Lucan Biddulph public meetings in 2024
49 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Special Council Meeting
The Council of the Township of Lucan Biddulph is meeting to discuss the proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land. The meeting includes a closed session and the confirmation of meeting proceedings via by-law.
- Closed session to discuss proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land
- By-law 59-2024 to adopt and confirm actions and proceedings of the December 19, 2024 meeting
Council Meeting
Council will receive the 2025 Draft Budget presentation and is asked to give direction on the final municipal tax rate increase. A public meeting will consider a consent application and zoning amendment to sever and rezone land at 6407 Whalen Line. Council will also consider a new fees by-law, industrial park tender results, and enter closed session to discuss litigation regarding Official Plan Amendment No. 10.
- Draft Budget 2025 presented; council to give direction on final tax rate increase.
- Public hearing for consent application B-19/2024 and zoning amendment ZBA-12/2024 at 6407 Whalen Line (Knip).
- By-law 57-2024 to establish updated fees and charges for the Township.
- Staff recommend conditional acceptance of SP Properties Ltd. tender for Lots A & B in Industrial Park; Lot C to be re-tendered.
- Accounts paid November 2024 total $1,743,835.18.
Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee
The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee will meet to review the adoption of the Recreation Master Plan and its recommendations. The agenda also includes updates on live streaming and a general activity report.
- Parks and Recreation Master Plan adoption and recommendations
- Live Streaming Update
- Activity Report
- Adoption of September 19, 2024 meeting minutes
Special Council Meeting
The Council will receive a presentation regarding the 2025 Capital Budget Planning. Additionally, the Council is scheduled to enter a closed session to discuss a proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land.
- 2025 Capital Budget Planning presentation
- Closed session regarding proposed or pending land acquisition or disposition
- By-law 56-2024 to confirm Council actions and proceedings
Council Meeting
Council will vote on a zoning by-law amendment to rezone 34400 Granton Line for residential development, adopt 2025 water/wastewater rates, approve a 2% COLA for staff, and set 2025 fees and charges. A Recreation Master Plan and a livestreaming agreement for the community centre are also up for adoption.
- Zoning by-law amendment Z-9-2024 to rezone 34400 Granton Line from Highway Commercial to site-specific Residential (R3-14-H-5) with holding provisions
- Adoption of projected 2025-2030 water and wastewater rates and 2025-2034 Water Financial Plan
- 2% Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) for municipal staff effective January 1, 2025
- Approval of proposed 2025 Fees and Charges bylaw
- Adoption of the Lucan Biddulph Recreation Master Plan (October 2024)
Special Council Meeting
The special council meeting will move into closed session to discuss a proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the municipality, as permitted under the Municipal Act. The rest of the agenda contains only procedural items such as call to order, disclosure, by-laws, and adjournment.
- Closed session under Section 239(2) of the Municipal Act for a proposed or pending land acquisition or disposition
Community Economic Development Committee
The Community Economic Development Committee is meeting to discuss updates regarding the 2025 budget and related project ideas. The body will also review the Streetscape Strategy and the Community Improvement Plan.
- 2025 Budget update and project ideas
- Streetscape Strategy and 2025 Streetscape Budget Proposal
- Community Improvement Plan
- Street Pole Banner update
Finance Committee
The Lucan Biddulph Finance Committee is continuing its meeting from November 13-14, 2024. The main item is receiving report FIN-13-2024 on the draft 2025 operating budget, including general and parks & recreation budget drafts, for information only. No votes on adoption are scheduled; the report is being presented for review and discussion.
- FIN-13-2024: Operating Draft Budget 2025, with attached 2025 Budget Draft v1 - General and 2025 Budget Draft v1 - Parks and Rec
Council Meeting
Lucan Biddulph Council will meet to adopt a revised drainage assessment for the Whitfield Drain and consider several planning applications, including a land severance and minor variances for residential development.
- Court of Revision to adopt revised Whitfield Drain assessment schedule
- Consent application to sever 0.3 acres at 34399 Granton Line
- Minor variance for reduced frontage at 34397 Granton Line
- Minor variance for townhouse construction at Timber Ridge Subdivision
- Water and Wastewater Rate Study presentation
Finance Committee
The Lucan Biddulph Finance Committee is scheduled to meet on November 14, 2024, to review the Operating Draft Budget 2025. The meeting is a standard procedural session with no specific agenda items listed beyond the budget report.
- Review of Operating Draft Budget 2025 (FIN-13-2024)
- Adoption of previous meeting minutes
- Disclosure of pecuniary interests
Finance Committee
The Lucan Biddulph Finance Committee will receive report FIN-13-2024 on the draft 2025 operating budget for information. The committee will also consider adopting meeting minutes from January 25, January 29, and February 5, 2024. No dollar amounts or specific decisions are mentioned in the agenda.
- Consideration of report FIN-13-2024: 2025 Operating Draft Budget, with attachments for General and Parks and Rec budgets
- Adoption of minutes from January 25, 2024 Finance Committee meeting
- Adoption of minutes from January 29, 2024 Finance Committee meeting
- Adoption of minutes from February 5, 2024 Finance Committee meeting
Biddulph Blanshard Fire Board
The Biddulph Blanshard Fire Board will consider adopting the 2025 draft budget totaling $362,095 and approving 2024 wage rates for fire personnel. They will also review year-to-date financial statements, approve accounts paid of $21,902.97, and discuss succession planning, a code of conduct update, and a swift water rescue report from the Town of Minto.
- Adoption of 2025 draft budget with total revenues and expenses of $362,095
- Approval of 2024 wage rates including Fire Chief ($13,242), Deputy Chief ($3,312), and rate per firefighting hour ($35.16/hr)
- Approval of accounts paid from July 1 to Sept 30, 2024 totaling $21,902.97
- Discussion on succession planning for fire board members
- Appointment of new secretary-treasurer for 2025
Council Meeting
Council will discuss the division and sale of approximately 6 acres of Industrial Park Phase 1 lands. The meeting also includes decisions on building services agreements and a municipal access agreement for telephone services.
- Proposed sale of three lots on Fallon Drive and retention of a 3-acre lot for expansion
- Renewal of Building and By-law Enforcement Services Agreement with Municipality of Middlesex Centre (Jan 1, 2025 – Dec 31, 2027)
- Municipal Access Agreement with Northern Frontenac Telephone Midwest Corp
- Request for rental fee exemption for Villages United Church Vacation Bible School at Granton Pavillion
- Adoption of the 2025 Council Meeting Schedule
Biddulph Blanshard Fire Board
The Biddulph Blanshard Fire Board will meet on October 30, 2024, to hear a presentation on the OFM Essentials Program and discuss procedural matters.
- Presentation on OFM Essentials Program
- Disclosure of pecuniary interest
- Meeting at Biddulph-Blanshard Fire Station
Council Meeting
Council will meet as a Committee of Adjustment to review several consent applications and a minor variance. The meeting includes a public planning session for a temporary use zoning amendment and a resolution regarding provincial transit funding.
- Minor variance for accessory building height at 35088 Coursey Line
- Lot severance application for 1020 Heenan Court including $1,000 parkland dedication
- Lease agreement consent for severed lands at 321 Main Street (McDonald's)
- Boundary adjustment of 0.3 acres at 34399B Granton Line
- Temporary use zoning for a garden suite at 34112 Richmond St. with a $5,000 deposit
Council Meeting
Council will consider the 2024 Engineer's Report for the Whitfield Drain and provide direction on the development of municipally owned lands in the Phase 1 Industrial Park. The meeting also includes a presentation of the final Parks and Recreation Master Plan.
- Review and potential adoption of the Whitfield Drain 2024 report by Spriet and Associates
- Direction on development of municipally owned lands in Phase 1 Industrial Park (EDC-05-2024)
- By-laws 44-2024 and 45-2024 to assume ownership of Olde Clover Village Subdivision Phases 2 and 3
- By-law 46-2024 to dedicate Reserve Block 49 (Plan 33M653) and Reserve Block 27 (Plan 33M748) as public highways
- Presentation of the final Lucan Biddulph Parks & Recreation Master Plan by Monteith Brown Planning Consultants
Lucan Biddulph Fire Area Board
The Lucan Biddulph Fire Area Board will consider adopting a 2025 draft budget of $387,100 and approving specific wage rates for fire department staff. The board will also review financial statements and authorize a fire services agreement with North Middlesex.
- Adopt 2025 draft budget of $387,100
- Approve wage rates for Fire Chief ($13,242) and Deputy Chief ($3,312)
- Authorize execution of Fire Services Agreement with North Middlesex
- Review YTD 2024 financial statements
- Approve payment of payables totaling $69,522.61
Council Meeting
The Lucan Biddulph Council will consider a consent application to sever a parcel on Saintsbury Line, including a $1,500 cash‑in‑lieu payment. It will also vote on a zoning by‑law amendment (Z‑10/2024) to rezone the retained lands to Residential First Density (R1) and a site‑specific Future Residential – Exception 5 (FR‑5) zone. The Court of Revision will adopt the Nagle Drain 2024 drainage assessment schedule, and the meeting will include routine approvals of minutes, accounts and by‑law readings.
- Consent Application B‑14‑2024: sever a parcel on Saintsbury Line; applicant to pay $1,500 cash‑in‑lieu of parkland dedication.
- Zoning By‑law Amendment Application Z‑10/2024: rezone retained portion of the Cabral property to Residential First Density (R1) and the remnant to Future Residential – Exception 5 (FR‑5).
- Court of Revision adopts the Nagle Drain 2024 Drainage Assessment Schedule dated June 12 2024.
- Accounts Paid for August 2024 approved, total amount $605,541.10.
- By‑law 209‑2024 to amend the Comprehensive Zoning By‑law for Kleinfeldt Avenue and Princess Street considered for first, second and third readings.
Special Council Meeting
The Lucan Biddulph Special Council meeting will be held electronically on September 5, 2024. The primary agenda item is a motion to enter closed session to discuss a proposed land acquisition or disposition.
- Closed session to discuss proposed land acquisition or disposition
- Electronic meeting held via YouTube
- Mandatory disclosure of pecuniary interests
- By-laws to be considered
- Adjournment of the meeting
Special Council Meeting
The Council is meeting to discuss a proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the municipality or local board. This portion of the meeting is scheduled to be held in a closed session.
- Closed session to discuss proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land
Trails and Connectivity Advisory Committee
The Trails & Connectivity Advisory Committee will adopt the minutes from the November 23, 2023 meeting. It will hear reports on the Granton Park Trail (TCAC-01-2024) and the Campanale Soccer Complex Trail (TCAC-02-2024). New business includes a discussion of a sidewalk request from George Bowa with the Richmond Site Plan Drawings Request. The meeting will conclude with a round‑table discussion and adjournment.
- Adopt minutes of the November 23, 2023 meeting
- Report on Granton Park Trail (TCAC-01-2024)
- Report on Campanale Soccer Complex Trail (TCAC-02-2024)
- New business: George Bowa sidewalk – Richmond Site Plan Drawings Request
- Round‑table discussion
Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee
The provided document contains only procedural software information and no meeting details. There are no specific topics, discussions, or decisions listed for this Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee meeting.
Lucan Biddulph Fire Services Advisory Committee
The committee is reviewing recommendations from the Fire Services Master Plan priority chart. Members are also reviewing several establishing and regulating bylaws. Additionally, the agenda includes a request to consider ice and swift water rescue.
- Review of Fire Services Master Plan (FSMP) Priority Chart
- Review of Establishing Bylaw 67-2001
- Review of Adelaide Metcalfe By-law 46-2023
- Review of North Middlesex By-law 92-2020
- Consideration of Ice & Swift Water Rescue
Community Economic Development Committee
This agenda is primarily procedural and informational. The Community Economic Development Committee will review its May 29 minutes and receive updates on the Main Street Business Survey and an OMAFRA grant. The session also covers upcoming public events and sets the next meeting date. No rezonings, contracts, or public hearings are scheduled.
- Review and adoption of May 29, 2024 meeting minutes
- Summary of the Main Street Business Survey
- Update on an OMAFRA grant
- Overview of upcoming community events including Canada Day, a car show, and Summerfest
- Next meeting scheduled for September 25, 2024
Special Council Meeting
This special council meeting for Lucan Biddulph will be held electronically. The council will enter a closed session to discuss a proposed or pending land acquisition or disposition. Council will also consider By-law 28-2024, which will be passed through its three readings if no one speaks to it.
- Closed session to discuss a proposed or pending land acquisition or disposition
- By-law 28-2024 Confirming, scheduled for first, second, and third reading
- Electronic meeting format scheduled for June 24, 2024
- Standard disclosure of pecuniary interest procedure
Council Meeting
The Council is reviewing the 2023 draft financial statements and a Strategic Plan update. Additionally, several land-use items are on the agenda, including a consent application for Alice Street and a draft plan of subdivision for Kleinfeldt Avenue and Princess Street.
- Consent application for mutual access easement at 146 & 150 Alice Street
- Zoning By-law Amendment ZBA-8-2024 for 35237 and 35247 Mitchell Line
- Draft Plan of Subdivision and Official Plan Amendment for Kleinfeldt Avenue and Princess Street
- Development Charges By-law amendment following Bill 185
- May 2024 accounts totaling $1,341,591.25
Council Meeting
The Council will review several staff reports regarding financial surpluses, infrastructure, and equipment. Discussions include allocating industrial land sale proceeds to the building reserve and purchasing a new motor road grader.
- Allocation of 2023 industrial land sale proceeds to the building reserve
- Creation of an 'Unfinished Projects' reserve
- Allocation of 2023 general surplus to the road construction reserve
- Purchase of a Motor Road Grader from Brandt Tractor Ltd
- Execution of IT Services agreement with the County of Middlesex
Lucan Biddulph Fire Services Advisory Committee
The Fire Services Advisory Committee will elect a chair and vice chair. Members will also review the current Terms of Reference and the Township of Lucan Biddulph Fire Master Plan to set priorities for twenty-four recommendations.
- Election of Chair and Vice Chair
- Review of FSAC Terms of Reference 2024
- Priority setting for 24 recommendations in the Fire Master Plan
Community Economic Development Committee
The Community Economic Development Committee will review the March 27, 2024, meeting minutes. The agenda includes several updates regarding Main Street business surveys, markets, and promotion activities.
- Main Street Business Survey Summary 2024
- Main Street Market Update
- Main Street Promotion Activities
- Business After 5 update
Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee
The committee will review several project updates regarding local recreational facilities. Discussions include progress reports on park and court developments and a report on hockey and sports growth.
- All Wheels Park Update
- Multi Use Court Update
- Soccer Complex Update
- Hockey and Sports Growth Concern
- Summer Programs Update
Council Meeting
The Council will meet as a Committee of Adjustment to consider several minor variance applications. Additionally, the body will review a proposal for a water and wastewater system financial plan.
- Minor variance for 5822 William Street (0 metre rear yard setback)
- Minor variance for 5661 Clandeboye Drive (reduced frontage)
- Minor variance for 33812 Roman Line (accessory building height)
- Zoning amendment for 33406 Coursey Line
- Removal of holding symbol for Ausable Fields Block 13 townhouse development
Council Meeting
The Council will meet as a Committee of Adjustment to consider two land severance and rezoning applications on Saintsbury Line. Additionally, the Township is considering a resolution to request that the Province reconsider phasing out free private drinking water testing.
- Severance and rezoning for 34119 Saintsbury Line (TVDSB/Fernando Cabral)
- $1,500 cash-in-lieu of parkland for 34119 Saintsbury Line
- Severance and rezoning for 34153 Saintsbury Line (TVDSB/Patrick Ryan)
- $1,500 cash-in-lieu of parkland for 34153 Saintsbury Line
- Resolution to oppose the phase-out of free provincial water testing services
Council Meeting
The Council will review applications for land severances on Clandeboye Drive and Butler Street. They are also considering the removal of a holding symbol for a 57-unit apartment building at 31 Olde Clover Drive. Additionally, staff requested approval for a $181,708.52 purchase of fire air packs.
- Removal of holding symbol for 57-unit apartment at 31 Olde Clover Drive
- $181,708.52 purchase of air packs for Biddulph-Blanshard Fire Area
- Land severance applications for 5661 Clandeboye Drive and 252 Butler Street
- Approval of March 2024 accounts totaling $1,892,366.88
Council Meeting
The Council will review the 2023 annual and quarterly operational reports for the Lucan and Granton water treatment plants. Members will also consider adopting a new Council Code of Conduct and Complaint Protocol. Additionally, the Council will consider appointing Scrimgeour & Company as auditor for a five-year term.
- Adoption of new Council Code of Conduct and Complaint Protocol
- Appointment of Scrimgeour & Company as auditor from 2024 through 2028
- Review of 2023 annual and quarterly reports for Lucan and Granton water facilities
- Proposal to move the June 18, 2024, council meeting to June 17, 2024
Community Economic Development Committee
The provided document contains only procedural software information and no meeting content. There are no specific topics, discussions, or decisions listed for this committee meeting.
Lucan Biddulph Fire Area Board
The Lucan Biddulph Fire Area Board will review the Fire Chief's report and unaudited 2023 financial statements. The board is also scheduled to approve payables totaling $138,299.74 for the period of November 1, 2023, to February 29, 2024.
- Approval of payables totaling $138,299.74
- Review of unaudited 2023 financial statements
- North Middlesex Agreement discussion
- Fire Services Advisory Committee update
Council Meeting
The Council is considering a single-source exemption to purchase air packs for the Biddulph-Blanshard Fire Area. Additionally, the Committee of Adjustment will review several minor variance and consent applications regarding property boundaries and accessory buildings.
- Single source procurement of fire air packs for $181,708.52
- Appointment of Spriet Associates as drainage engineer for the Whitfield Drain
- Minor variance for an accessory building at 34042 Granton Line
- Consent application for boundary adjustment at 34851 Coursey Line
- Consent application for boundary adjustment at 34700 Stonehouse Line
Biddulph Blanshard Fire Board
The board will review $136,360.98 in paid accounts and the 2023 unaudited income and expenditure report. There will also be an update regarding the Lucan Biddulph Fire Services Master Plan.
- Approval of payables totaling $136,360.98
- Review of 2023 unaudited Income & Expenditure Report
- Update on Lucan Biddulph Fire Services Master Plan
- Adoption of November 16, 2023, meeting minutes
Council Meeting
The Council is reviewing several infrastructure tenders including dust control and gravel supply. The meeting also includes motions for various staff professional development courses and the adoption of multiple by-laws.
- Dust Control Tender: $87,540.00 to Den-Mar Brines Ltd. for dust suppressant and road stabilization
- Gravel Tender: $168,520.00 to McCann Redi-Mix Inc. for 'Granular M' gravel supply and spreading
- Legal Awareness course: $550.00 + HST for Abby Vandermuren
- PRO Conference attendance: $985 + HST for Jeff Smale
- Registered Playground Practitioner course: $1,358.00 + HST for Brett Hodgins
Council Meeting
Council will receive an information report regarding a draft plan of subdivision for Kleinfeldt Avenue and Princess Street. The agenda also includes the purchase of a tandem snowplow truck and road grader, as well as a tax exemption for 171 Main Street.
- Draft plan of subdivision for Kleinfeldt Avenue and Princess Street
- Purchase of a tandem snowplow truck and road grader
- Tax exemption for 171 Main Street (Lucan and Area Heritage Society)
- Appointment of Deputy Mayor as alternate County Council member
- January 2024 accounts paid totaling $951,118.62
Special Council Meeting
The Special Council meeting includes a presentation for a strategic planning session. This session will be led by Jonathan Hack, Director of Sierra Planning and Management.
- Strategic Planning Session presentation by Jonathan Hack
Special Council Meeting
The Lucan Biddulph Council will review the draft 2024 budget, which includes a proposed municipal tax increase and a transfer from the tax rate stabilization reserve. The meeting also includes a proposal for a 3% inflationary adjustment to the Municipal Salary Grid policy.
- Review of Draft Budget 2024 (FIN-03-2024)
- Proposed 3% inflationary adjustment to the Municipal Salary Grid policy
- Closed session discussion regarding a Pay Equity Review
- Adoption of By-law 07-2024
Council Meeting
The Lucan Biddulph Council is reviewing several staff reports regarding municipal operations. Key discussions include the capacity of the Lucan Wastewater Treatment Plant and the pre-selection of equipment for its expansion.
- Approval of BM Ross to pre-select equipment for the Lucan WWTP expansion
- Authorization to use Canoe Procurement Group to purchase a snow plow tandem truck and a road grader
- Authorization for staff to attend the 2024 AMCTO Conference at $850 + HST
- Authorization for Ron Reymer to attend the OMAA Spring Workshop at $788 + HST
- Presentation by Blue Water Recycling regarding transition to producer responsibility
Finance Committee
The committee will review the 2024 operating draft budget report. This item is presented for information.
- Review of 2024 Operating Draft Budget (FIN-02-2024)
Community Economic Development Committee
The committee will review previous meeting minutes and receive updates on several economic development topics. Discussions include workshops, downtown art and events, the Community Improvement Plan, and business networking.
- Review of October 25, 2023, meeting minutes
- Updates on 2024 Workshops
- Updates on Public Art/Activations Downtown
- Updates on Downtown Events/Promotions
- Updates on Community Improvement Plan and Business Networking Events
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee is reviewing the 2024 operating draft budget. This includes specific budget drafts for Parks and Rec, Water, and Wastewater.
- FIN-02-2024 Operating Draft Budget 2024
- 2024 Budget Draft V1 - Parks and Rec
- 2024 Budget Draft V1 - Water
- 2024 Budget Draft V1 - Wastewater
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee is reviewing several draft versions of the 2024 operating budget. These drafts cover general operations, parks and recreation, water, and wastewater.
- 2024 Operating Draft Budget (FIN-02-2024)
- 2024 Budget Draft V1 - General
- 2024 Budget Draft V1 - Parks and Rec
- 2024 Budget Draft V1 - Water
- 2024 Budget Draft V1 - Wastewater
Council Meeting
The meeting includes presentations regarding the Lucan Wastewater Treatment Plant expansion and a council compensation review. Council will also consider supporting mosquito larviciding efforts and a cost-sharing agreement with UTRCA.
- Update on Lucan Wastewater Treatment Plant expansion from BM Ross & Associates
- Approval of Cost Apportionment Agreement with Upper Thames River Conservation Authority
- Installation of replacement ball diamond lights at Granton Centennial Park
- Endorsement of provincial funding for a municipal equipment operator course
- December 2023 accounts paid totaling $2,094,244.11
Council Meeting
The Council will review several by-laws including an interim tax levy for 2024 and a new schedule of fees and charges. The meeting also includes a closed session regarding member education or training.
- By-law 01-2024: Interim tax levies for the year 2024
- By-law 02-2024: Establishment of various fees and charges for The Township of Lucan Biddulph
- By-law 03-2024: Adoption of Council actions and proceedings
- Closed session regarding member education or training