North Grenville public meetings in 2024
89 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Council Meeting
The North Grenville Council is meeting to discuss infrastructure for pedestrians and cyclists and to review the 2023 financial audit. The body will also consider updating the municipal Asset Management Plan 2024.
- Proposed active transportation connections west of County Road 44 to Sommerville Road, including a crosswalk at Pinehill Rd
- Proposed multi-use pathways or sidewalks on the south side of Van Buren Street
- Proposed Active Transportation Study of the Downtown Commercial Area (C1), specifically Reuben Cres
- Approval of the Municipalities Asset Management Plan 2024 (Report FIN-2024-011)
- Presentation of the 2023 Financial Audit by KPMG
Mayor's Task Force on Clean Technology
The Mayor's Task Force on Clean Technology meets on Dec 16, 2024 in Meeting Room 1, 285 County Road 44 to consider several reports. Items include a Clean Technology Company Attraction report and an interim report outlining the task force’s examination of current clean‑tech status and possible strategies, with a council deadline of Jan 31, 2025. The agenda also covers routine items such as a land acknowledgement, approval of the agenda and minutes, and discussion of Climate Action Plan documents. No formal decisions are listed for this meeting.
- Review of Clean Technology Company Attraction report (presented by James McNeil)
- Presentation of Task Force Interim Report on clean‑tech status and strategy options (deadline to council Jan 31, 2025)
- Discussion of Climate Action Plan documents (Climate Action Plan Planning-HG.pdf, Climate Docs-HG.pdf)
- Planning for next meeting items: Green Tech discussion paper and potential European green initiatives
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Advisory Committee
The North Grenville Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Advisory Committee will approve the agenda, disclose interests, and adopt minutes from the November 14 meeting. It will review the North Grenville EDI Strategy (October 15, 2024) and discuss recent NG Times articles. The committee will consider outreach items including a guide to welcome francophone newcomers and immigration partnership focus groups.
- Review of North Grenville EDI Strategy – October 15, 2024
- Discussion of NG Times article response (NG Times article v3.pdf)
- Presentation of "91 Gestures to Welcome a Francophone Newcomer"
- Immigration Partnership Focus Groups
- Delegation from Dr. David Shanahan
Council Meeting
Council will discuss zoning amendments for properties on Beach Road and in the Geographic Township of Oxford-on-Rideau. The body is also considering a resolution to support the establishment of an Ontario Rural Road Safety Program.
- Proposed rezoning of 1980 Beach Road from Agriculture One (A1) to Agriculture Two (A2) and Agriculture One – Exception Thirteen (A1-13)
- Proposed rezoning of Part Lots 21 and 22, Concession 9, from Rural (RU) to Residential – First Density – Exception Zone (R1-46) and Rural – Exception Zone (RU-72)
- Proposed sale of an unopened road allowance between Lot 15 and Lot 16 in the 6th Concession
- Endorsement of the North Grenville Asset Management Plan
- Addition of Citizen of the Year, Volunteer of the Year, and Compassionate Care awards to the Civic Awards Program
Health, Wellness, Fitness and Active Transportation
The Health, Wellness, Fitness and Active Transportation Advisory Committee will discuss its updated work plan and draft terms of reference. It will consider a Naloxone Council decision and an update on the Active School Travel "North Grenville Way" project. Two notice of motions will be presented: one for active‑transport connections at County Rd 43 and Van Buren, and another for active‑transport on Reuben Crescent.
- Workplan discussion (updated June 11 2024)
- Draft Terms of Reference for the committee
- Naloxone Council decision (Report PD‑2024‑013)
- Active School Travel: The North Grenville Way Project
- Notice of Motion – County Rd 43 and Van Buren (active‑transport connections)
Special Council Meeting
The North Grenville Council is holding a special meeting to enter a closed session. The primary purpose of this session is to discuss a building feasibility study.
- Closed session regarding a building feasibility study
- Adoption of By-Law 118-24 to confirm proceedings
Special Council Meeting
The council will approve the agenda for this special meeting, hold a closed session for council training, and adopt By‑Law 119‑24 to confirm the meeting’s proceedings. No other reports or public items are listed on the agenda.
- Approval of the agenda for the special meeting
- Closed session for council training under Municipal Act Section 239(3.1)
- Adoption of By‑Law 119‑24 to confirm the special meeting proceedings
Housing Advisory Committee
The Housing Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss housing matters and review a summary report of the Official Plan consultation. The meeting includes a delegation from Shalom Homes.
- Delegation from Shalom Homes (Janne Ritskes and Corey Lockwood)
- Review of North Grenville What We Heard Summary Report
- Review of Housing Advisory Committee Terms of Reference
Special Council Meeting
The council will review a series of 2025 grant applications from local groups such as JL Toys, Kemptville Minor Football Club, Kemptville Street Piano, and North Grenville Arts Guild. It will also adopt By‑Law 113‑24 to formally confirm the special meeting’s proceedings. No other reports are scheduled for this meeting.
- Review of 2025 Grant Application – JL Toys
- Review of 2025 Grant Application – Kemptville Minor Football Club
- Review of 2025 Grant Application – Kemptville Street Piano
- Review of 2025 Grant Application – North Grenville Arts Guild
- Adoption of By‑Law 113‑24 to confirm the special meeting
Special Council Meeting
The Municipality of North Grenville will hold a special virtual meeting to discuss a loan agreement, which is subject to solicitor-client privilege. The meeting will also include the adoption of a confirmation by-law for the proceedings.
- Closed session to discuss loan agreement
- Adoption of By-Law 114-24
- Virtually held meeting
- Pre-registration required for deputations
Council Meeting
North Grenville Council will discuss the adoption of an Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) Strategy to guide municipal projects. The body will also deliberate on options for implementing Naloxone within the municipality.
- Proposed adoption of the Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) Strategy
- Discussion on Naloxone implementation options
- Proposed one-year extension for eQuinelle Phase 5 Draft Plan conditions
- Extension of the Kemptville Campus Memorandum of Understanding to March 31, 2025
- Notice of Motion to establish a By-Law for the care and maintenance of municipal trees as natural assets
Special Council Meeting
The special council meeting will hear 2025 community grant applications from a range of local groups, including the 2nd Kemptville Cubs, Beyond the Label, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Leeds Grenville, Compassionate North Grenville, and others. The council will also adopt By-Law 111-24 to confirm the proceedings of this special meeting. No other agenda items are listed.
- Review of 2025 grant application from 2nd Kemptville Cubs
- Review of 2025 grant application from Beyond the Label
- Review of 2025 grant application from Big Brothers Big Sisters of Leeds Grenville
- Review of 2025 grant application from Compassionate North Grenville
- Adoption of By-Law 111-24 to confirm the meeting proceedings
Community and Economic Development Advisory Committee
The North Grenville Community and Economic Development Advisory Committee will open the meeting, acknowledge Indigenous territory, approve the agenda, disclose interests, and vote to approve the November 4, 2024 meeting minutes. The committee will receive a report on the Kemptville Campus and discuss a member question about why people are leaving Kemptville. Updates from several working groups on competitive analysis, workforce challenges, rural development, clean‑tech sustainability, and arts and culture will also be presented before public questions are taken.
- Approve minutes of the November 4, 2024 committee meeting
- Review report on the Kemptville Campus
- Member question: key factors driving people to leave Kemptville
- Working groups update – competitive analysis
- Working groups update – workforce challenges
Arts, Culture, and Heritage Advisory Committee
The North Grenville Arts, Culture, and Heritage Advisory Committee will discuss a draft Public Art Policy that proposes funding for arts, culture and heritage initiatives. It will also consider workplan changes, the creation of an Arts Council, a Fragile Inheritance Resolution to increase cultural spaces, and a review of the Arts Culture Development Fund. These items are presented as decision items for the meeting.
- Public Art Policy (draft) – establishing funding for arts, culture and heritage
- Workplan Changes/Updates
- Creation of Arts Council – Advisory Committee Significant Resolution (CAO-2024-023)
- Fragile Inheritance Resolution – draft commitment to increase cultural spaces
- Arts Culture Development Fund Review – recommendations (October 2024)
Mayor's Task Force on Clean Technology
The Mayor's Task Force on Clean Technology will approve the minutes from its October 21, 2024 meeting and discuss its interim report on clean‑technology status and opportunities, which must be submitted to council by January 31, 2025. The agenda also includes a review of a brainstorming web document and a delegation from the Town of Caledon presenting its Resilient Caledon Community Climate Action Plan. Items for the next meeting are listed, covering green‑technology discussion papers and potential European green initiatives.
- Approve minutes of the October 21, 2024 meeting (Post‑Meeting Minutes_Oct21_2024).
- Task Force's Interim Report – deadline to council January 31, 2025.
- Task Force Brainstorm Web (Mayor's Task Force on Clean Technology - Brainstorm Web.pdf).
- Delegation from Town of Caledon – Resilient Caledon Community Climate Action Plan.
- Items for next meeting: Green Tech discussion paper, Clean Technology Company Attraction, Potential European Green Initiatives, Delegation – Janice Ashworth.
Environmental Action Advisory Committee
The Environmental Action Advisory Committee will consider several informational items, including a review of its terms of reference and work plan. It will receive updates on developers and greenspace, the Crimson King Norway Maple project in Crozier Park, water security, a maple‑leaf‑from‑space presentation, the task force status, and the municipal Climate Action Plan. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Terms of Reference review
- Workplan Review
- Developers and Greenspace discussion
- Crimson King Norway Maple – Crozier Park
- Water Security Update
Special Council Meeting
The North Grenville Council will consider and approve a contract for an organizational and compensation review. The contract is awarded to Strategy Corp for $112,977.97 (HST inclusive). The meeting will also adopt By‑Law 110‑2024 to confirm the special meeting proceedings and approve the agenda.
- Award of Organizational and Compensation Review contract to Strategy Corp for $112,977.97 (HST inclusive)
- Adoption of By‑Law 110‑2024 to confirm the special meeting proceedings
- Approval of the meeting agenda as presented
- Disclosure of interest by council members
- Period for public and media questions on agenda items
Council Meeting
North Grenville Council is meeting to discuss municipal funding for the Ferguson Forest Centre and the creation of a non-profit Arts Council. The body is also reviewing a new 5-year agreement with the Kemptville 73’s Hockey Club and the 2025 meeting schedule.
- Proposed allocation of funds and first mortgage registration for Ferguson Forest Centre at 200 Van Buren, Kemptville
- Creation of a non-profit Arts Council with a baseline budget for 2025
- New 5-year User Agreement with Kemptville 73’s Hockey Club including a 2,042 sq. ft. gym
- Decision to let the Oxford Mills Transfer Station recycling contract with Circular Materials expire December 31, 2025
- Rental fee waivers of $185.32 for Urbandale Arts Centre and $594.95 for Paramedic Charity Hockey Tournament
Special Council Meeting
The North Grenville Council will pass By-Law No. 107-24 to implement an Administrative Monetary Penalty System and By-Law No. 106-24 to set related policies. It will also adopt By-Law No. 59-24 as amended and a series of by-laws numbered 97-24 through 105-24 covering animal control, roads, fences, noise, parks, property, sewer, smoking/vaping, and yards. Finally, the council will adopt By-Law 108-24 to confirm the proceedings of this special meeting.
- By-Law No. 107-24 – Administrative Monetary Penalty System (AMPS)
- By-Law No. 106-24 – Policies for the AMPS
- By-Law No. 59-24 – Officers by-law amendment
- By-Laws 97-24 to 105-24 – Animal, roads, fence, noise, parks, property, sewer, smoking/vaping, and yard regulations
- By-Law 108-24 – Confirmation of the special meeting proceedings
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Advisory Committee
The Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Advisory Committee will meet to discuss several reports and updates, including a review of the North Grenville EDI Strategy workplan. Items on the agenda include a cultural calendar, safety by-law information from Jeff Baribeau, and a North Grenville Times update. The meeting also covers items for the next meeting such as an NG Times article.
- Cultural Calendar
- Safety By-Laws – Jeff Baribeau
- North Grenville Times Update
- Workplan Review – North Grenville EDI Strategy (Oct 15, 2024)
- Items for Next Meeting – NG Times Article
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment will open the meeting, acknowledge the Anishnabek territory, approve the minutes from the October 9, 2024 meeting, and collect disclosures of interest. It will then hold a public hearing on two minor variance applications: A‑14‑24 for 206 Bridge Street South and A‑15‑24 for 2793 Rideau Glen Lane. The meeting will conclude with adjournment.
- Public hearing on minor variance A‑14‑24 for 206 Bridge Street South
- Public hearing on minor variance A‑15‑24 for 2793 Rideau Glen Lane
- Approval of minutes from the October 9, 2024 Committee of Adjustment meeting
- Land acknowledgment of the Anishnabek territory
- Disclosure of interest by committee members
Council Meeting
North Grenville Council will deliberate on allocating municipal funds to help the Ferguson Forest Centre with financial challenges. The meeting includes a presentation on Official Plan consultation findings and several by-law approvals regarding land and infrastructure.
- Proposed $10,000 annual budget for Arts, Culture and Heritage Advisory Committee heritage projects
- Sale of surplus land and closing of an unopened road allowance on Lindsay Road (By-Law 94-24)
- Assumption of infrastructure in Phase 2 of the River Run Subdivision (By-Law 95-24)
- Three-year extension of Part Lot Control exemption for The Creek Subdivision (By-Law 93-24)
- Removal of expiry date for Development Charges By-law 104-19 (By-Law 92-24)
Grenville OPP Detachment Board
The Grenville OPP Detachment Board will consider moving part of the meeting into closed session under Section 44(2)(f) of the Community Safety and Policing Act, and later returning to open session. The board will also review a staff proposal to shift the next regular meeting from Jan 2 2025 to Jan 9 2025 due to a holiday closure. Additional reports from the OPP, chairperson, members, and treasurer will be presented.
- Recommendation to enter closed session per Section 44(2)(f) of the Community Safety and Policing Act
- Recommendation to revert to open session later in the meeting
- Discussion of liability coverage – insurance and legal opinion (closed session item)
- Staff proposal to change next meeting date from Jan 2 2025 to Jan 9 2025
Housing Advisory Committee
The North Grenville Housing Advisory Committee will meet on November 7, 2024 to consider several informational reports and updates. Items include a Cahdco report on Bell Hall, the committee's terms of reference, a follow‑up from a Brockville housing meeting, a quarterly housing update, and a matter concerning an identifiable individual. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Cahdco Report of Bell Hall
- Housing Advisory Committee Terms of Reference
- Identifiable Individual, Nadia Diakun‑Thibault
- Brockville Housing Meeting Follow Up
- Quarterly Update on Housing
Agriculture and Rural Affairs Advisory Committee
The Agriculture and Rural Affairs Advisory Committee will discuss a draft Backyard Chickens Bylaw, an update on Lindsay Road, a biodiversity discussion with the EAAC, and comments on the Rural Capital Improvement Plan. Routine items such as agenda approval, minutes approval, and disclosures are also on the agenda. No formal decisions are listed for this meeting.
- Backyard Chickens Bylaw (information item)
- Lindsay Rd Update – Clerk's Office (information item)
- Biodiversity Discussion with EAAC (information item)
- Rural CIP comments – draft proposal for Rural Capital Improvement Plan
Council Meeting
North Grenville Council will deliberate on municipal funding to address financial challenges at the Ferguson Forest Centre. The body is also considering pre-design work for a multi-use sports dome and reviewing the first six months of NGtransit service.
- Proposed $50,000 upset limit for multi-use sports dome pre-design works
- Contract award of $89,410 to Watson & Associates Economists Ltd for a Municipal Fee Review
- Review of NGtransit to explore adding a second bus and 10-ticket bundles
- Integrity Commissioner report regarding a Code of Conduct complaint against Deputy Mayor John Barclay
- Delegations from Kemptville Youth Centre and Ferguson Forest Centre
Community and Economic Development Advisory Committee
The Community and Economic Development Advisory Committee will discuss the Ferguson Forest land discussion and nursery operations. It will also review a competitive analysis presented by Rick Tachuk. In addition, the committee will receive updates from its working groups on workforce challenges, serviceable lands, clean‑tech development, heritage, arts and culture.
- Ferguson Forest – land discussion and nursery operations
- Competitive Analysis presented by Rick Tachuk
- Working Groups Update – workforce challenges, serviceable lands, clean‑tech development, heritage, arts and culture
- Kemptville Campus presentation by Annie Hillis, Executive Director
Environmental Action Advisory Committee
The Environmental Action Advisory Committee will review a report on tree canopy by‑laws in Canadian cities and discuss the municipality's tree canopy strategy. It will consider the terms of reference for its work, examine issues related to developers and greenspace development, and review the workplan. The committee will also look at a report on a 'Crimson King' Norway maple in Crozier Park.
- Tree canopy discussion – Map Tree Canopy By‑laws in Canadian Cities.pdf
- Terms of reference – Terms of Reference.pdf
- Developers and greenspace development – discussion item
- Workplan review – discussion item
- 'Crimson King' Norway maple – Crimson King Norway Maple - Corzier Park.pdf
Accessibility Advisory Committee
The Accessibility Advisory Committee will consider several informational updates, including a transit bench location report, options for meeting accessibility, a review of its 2023‑2024 workplan, and an update on the Accessibility Summit. No formal decision items are listed on the agenda. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of minutes and a land acknowledgement.
- Washing Machine Update
- NG Transit Activity Informed Bench Locations
- Accessibility Options for Advisory Committee Meetings
- Workplan Review – Accessibility Advisory Committee Workplan 2023‑2024
- Accessibility Summit Update – AODA, Mary Remmig
Arts, Culture, and Heritage Advisory Committee
The Arts, Culture, and Heritage Advisory Committee will review the Arts & Culture Development Fund report and its recommendations. The committee will receive a delegation from Dr. Fred Schueler regarding a heritage collection. Updates to the advisory committee workplan will be presented. Items on the public art policy and heritage plaques are postponed to the next meeting.
- Arts & Culture Development Fund – review and recommendations (Committee Agenda Report_October 2024_ ACDF.pdf; ACDF _Recommendations for changes_October 2024.pdf)
- Workplan changes/updates (ACHAC_Workplan - Revised July 23, 2024.pdf)
- Delegation from Dr. Fred Schueler – heritage collection (Committee Agenda Report - Dr Fred Schueler.pdf; museum proposal 22 Oct 2024.pdf)
- Public Art Policy – moved to next meeting (Ardis Lerner and Tabitha Valliant)
- Heritage plaques update – moved to next meeting
Special Council Meeting
The council will approve the agenda, conduct a closed session on matters such as solicitor‑client privilege, a land‑use agreement, and an integrity commissioner report, and then present reports from the Chief Administrative Officer, Finance, Parks, Recreation and Culture, and other departments. The meeting will conclude with the adoption of By‑Law 90‑24 to confirm the proceedings and a resolution to adjourn.
- Approval of the agenda
- Closed session on solicitor‑client privilege, land‑use agreement, and integrity commissioner report
- Reports from Chief Administrative Officer, Finance, Parks, Recreation and Culture, etc.
- Adoption of By‑Law 90‑24 to confirm the special meeting proceedings
- Resolution to adjourn the meeting
Special Council Meeting
The Council is meeting virtually to enter a closed session to discuss solicitor-client privilege, a cost sharing agreement, and the Ontario Human Rights Tribunal. The meeting includes standard reports from various municipal departments.
- Closed session regarding Ontario Human Rights Tribunal litigation
- Closed session regarding a cost sharing agreement negotiation
- Closed session for advice subject to solicitor-client privilege
- Adoption of By-Law 89-24 to confirm proceedings
Mayor's Task Force on Clean Technology
The Mayor's Task Force on Clean Technology will approve the agenda, acknowledge the land, and approve minutes from the September 16, 2024 meeting. It will hear delegations from the Federation of Canadian Municipalities and Community Futures Grenville, and review several informational items including Clean Air Partnership materials, an update on the resolution to join the FCM‑ICLEI Partners for Climate Protection Program, and a draft Sustainable North Grenville climate action plan. No formal decisions are listed for this meeting.
- Approve minutes of the September 16, 2024 meeting
- Delegation from Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) – funding and grants discussion
- Delegation from Community Futures Grenville – business needs in the clean‑technology sector
- Review of Clean Air Partnership delegation materials (no action required)
- Update on resolution to join FCM‑ICLEI Partners for Climate Protection Program (no action required)
Indigenous Advisory Circle
The Indigenous Advisory Circle will meet on Thursday, October 17, 2024, in Meeting Room 1 at 285 County Road 44. The agenda includes routine items such as opening prayer, approval of the agenda and minutes, and a series of decision items. The council will discuss a Draft Reconciliation Framework, a November 2 event, an Indigenous Veterans Day event on November 8, a value‑mapping/archaeological exercise, and plans for future events. Public questions will also be taken.
- Draft Reconciliation Framework
- November 2 Event
- November 8 - Indigneous Veterans Day
- Planning a Value Mapping/Archaeological Exercise
- Future Events
Council Meeting
The council will award Tender PRC 24-43 to ASL Contractors for the Heron’s Nest Park construction and installation project at a cost of $323,940.50. It will adopt By‑Law 87‑24 to add an unmaintained portion of Beulah Road between Limerick Road and Black Road, and By‑Law 86‑24 to amend the Downtown Kemptville Community Improvement Plan guidelines. The council will also approve $14,083.00 in funding for the Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Fund and proclaim October 19, 2024 as International Repair Day.
- Award of Tender PRC 24-43 to ASL Contractors for Heron’s Nest Park construction – $323,940.50
- Adoption of By‑Law 87‑24 to include a portion of Beulah Road between Limerick Road and Black Road
- Adoption of By‑Law 86‑24 to amend the Downtown Kemptville Community Improvement Plan guidelines
- Approval of $14,083.00 for Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Fund projects
- Proclamation of October 19, 2024 as International Repair Day
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Advisory Committee
The Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Advisory Committee will meet to review the North Grenville EDI Strategy and approve minutes from previous meetings. The agenda includes items regarding the selection of a co-chair and planning for Diversity Day on November 5, 2024.
- Review North Grenville EDI Strategy
- Approve minutes from June 13, 2024
- Approve minutes from September 12, 2024
- Select a co-chair
- Plan Diversity Day for November 5, 2024
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to consider an application for a minor variance. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from September 11, 2024.
- Public hearing for minor variance application A13-24 regarding 216 Clothier St. E
Council Meeting
The council will consider By‑Law 83‑24 to lift the holding provision for Oxford Village Phase I. It will also adopt By‑Law 84‑24 extending the expiry of the Development Charges By‑Law to November 19, 2025. A proclamation will name October 20‑26, 2024 as Local Government Week. Routine items include approval of September 11, 2024 minutes and the Development Charges By‑Law extension on the consent agenda.
- By‑Law 83‑24: lift holding provision for Oxford Village Phase I (Planning and Development)
- By‑Law 84‑24: extend Development Charges By‑Law expiry to November 19, 2025
- Proclamation of Local Government Week (Oct 20‑26, 2024)
- Approval of regular meeting minutes from September 11, 2024
- Consent agenda approval of Development Charges By‑Law extension
Health, Wellness, Fitness and Active Transportation
The Health, Wellness, Fitness and Active Transportation Advisory Committee is meeting to review its workplan and terms of reference. The body will discuss the Active School Travel: The North Grenville Way Project and receive updates on naloxone and bike rack cost sharing.
- Active School Travel: The North Grenville Way Project
- Naloxone Council decision update (Report PD-2024-013)
- Bike Rack Cost Sharing Program Update
- Committee Work Plan discussion
- Draft Terms of Reference review
Community and Economic Development Advisory Committee
The Community and Economic Development Advisory Committee will meet to review information items and reports. The session includes a 6-month review of NGtransit and updates from community partners.
- NGtransit 6-Month Review report by Hillary Geneau
- Community updates from UCLG, NGCC, and BIA
- Campus Update
- Working Groups Update
Housing Advisory Committee
The Housing Advisory Committee is meeting to review its operational framework and planning. The session includes discussions on the committee's work plan and terms of reference.
- Work Plan Discussion
- Terms of Reference review
- Information item regarding Municipal Housing Corporation, John Barclay
Council Meeting
North Grenville Council is meeting to decide on a new software contract for development approvals and a resolution to join a climate protection program. The body will also consider fee waivers and community grant reallocations.
- Contract award to MRF Geosystems Corporation for software: $81,000 initial cost and $68,000 annual fees for 3 years
- Proposal to join the FCM-ICLEI Partners for Climate Protection Program
- Rental fee waiver request for Mason’s of Kemptville in the amount of $495.00
- Reallocation of $788.63 in Community Grant funds for the 2024 Twilux Lantern Festival
- Proclamation of Waste Reduction Week from October 21 to 27, 2024
Accessibility Advisory Committee
The Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss information items and review previous meeting minutes. The session includes a six-month review report on NG Transit.
- NG Transit Report- 6 Month Review by Hillary Geneau
- Washing Machine Update
- Approval of July 3, 2024 and March 27, 2024 meeting minutes
Special Council Meeting
The council will hold a closed session to consider a building feasibility study, then emerge and adopt By‑Law 79‑24 to confirm the meeting’s proceedings. It will also receive reports from the Chief Administrative Officer, Client Services, Corporate Services, Emergency and Protective Services, Finance, Parks, Recreation and Culture, Planning and Development, and Public Works. No other decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Closed session to discuss a building feasibility study
- Adoption of By‑Law 79‑24 to confirm the special meeting
- Report from the Office of the Chief Administrative Officer
- Report from Client Services
- Report from Corporate Services
Arts, Culture, and Heritage Advisory Committee
The Arts, Culture, and Heritage Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss information items. The primary item on the agenda is a consultation regarding the Official Plan from Dillon Consulting.
- Official Plan Consultation, Dillon Consulting
Environmental Action Advisory Committee
The Environmental Action Advisory Committee will conduct its regular procedural business, including opening the meeting, a land acknowledgment, approval of the agenda, disclosure of interests, and approval of previous minutes. It will also consider delegations, correspondence, other business, public questions, and adjournment. No specific decision items or contracts are listed for this meeting.
- Open Meeting
- Land Acknowledgment
- Approval of the Agenda
- Disclosure of Interest
- Approve Minutes of Previous Meeting
Indigenous Advisory Circle
The Indigenous Advisory Circle will meet on September 19, 2024 to discuss two decision items: planning for an event scheduled for September 28 and 30, and a follow‑up on the EOCC archaeological assessment. The agenda also includes routine items such as approval of the agenda, disclosure of interest, and approval of minutes from the August 15 meeting.
- September 28/30 Event Planning
- EOCC Archaeological Assessment Follow-up
Council Meeting
The North Grenville Council will adopt a proclamation for Franco-Ontarien Day on September 25, 2024, designate the JAM Productions New Year’s Eve event as municipally significant, approve policy HR‑002 to remunerate volunteer firefighters effective October 1, 2024, allocate $60,000 in the 2025 capital budget for Arena 1 seat installation and start a tender process, and direct staff to study burial options including a columbarium, fee changes, and green burial sites.
- Proclaim September 25, 2024 as Franco-Ontarien Day
- Designate JAM Productions New Year’s Eve event as a Municipally Significant Event
- Approve Volunteer Firefighter Remuneration Policy HR‑002 and implement it Oct 1 2024
- Pre‑approve $60,000 in the 2025 capital budget for Arena 1 seats and begin tender in 2024
- Direct staff to consider a columbarium, review cemetery fees, and explore green burial sites
Mayor's Task Force on Clean Technology
The Mayor's Task Force on Clean Technology will discuss three reports: the Compostable Waste Project, potential European Green Initiatives, and the Resilient Caledon Community Climate Action Plan. The task force will advise staff on information needed for a report due in October 2024 and on how to address the European initiatives at a future meeting. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Compostable Waste Project – advise staff for October 2024 report
- Potential European Green Initiatives – advise staff for future agenda item
- Resilient Caledon – Community Climate Action Plan (link provided)
- Delegation from Clean Air Partnership
- Other Business items for next meeting (Community Futures Grenville, Compostable Yard Waste Project, Ottawa Climate Change Unit delegation)
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Advisory Committee
The Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Advisory Committee meets on September 12, 2024 in Meeting Room 1, 285 County Road 44. The committee will consider the EDI Fund by reviewing the EDI Fund Policy and the redacted applications attached to the agenda. It will also receive an Official Plan Consultation from Dillon Consulting.
- Official Plan Consultation – Dillon Consulting
- Review of EDI Fund Policy (attachment)
- Review of redacted EDI Fund applications (attachment)
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to consider a minor variance application. The meeting focuses on a single property request at 320 Colonnade Drive.
- Public hearing for minor variance application A-12-24 at 320 Colonnade Drive
Council Meeting
The council will vote to pass By-Law No. 76-24, which regulates and controls vehicle parking in North Grenville starting January 2, 2025. It will also consider updates to the Downtown Kemptville Community Action Plan, adopt a Heritage Evaluation Manual, and re‑zone a portion of 1971 Totem Ranch Road East from Rural to Highway Commercial – Exception Zone. Additional items include adopting new device, internet, and email use policies.
- Adopt By-Law No. 76-24 – new Parking By-Law to take effect Jan 2 2025
- Approve Downtown Kemptville Community Action Plan update and direct staff to develop a cash‑in‑lieu parking by‑law
- Adopt the Heritage Evaluation Manual for assessing cultural and historical significance
- Approve By-Law 75-24 to re‑zone 1971 Totem Ranch Road East from Rural (RU) to Highway Commercial – Exception (C3‑11)
- Repeal By‑Law 21-17 and adopt new Device, Telecommunications, Acceptable Internet/E‑mail, and Electronic Monitoring policies
Health, Wellness, Fitness and Active Transportation
The Health, Wellness, Fitness and Active Transportation Advisory Committee will hear a report on the Official Plan Consultation from Dillon Consulting. All other agenda items are routine procedural matters such as the land acknowledgement, approval of the agenda, and disclosures. No formal decisions are listed for this meeting.
- Official Plan Consultation – presentation by Dillon Consulting
Housing Advisory Committee
The North Grenville Housing Advisory Committee will meet on September 5, 2024 at 5:00 p.m. in Meeting Room 1, 285 County Road 44. The agenda consists of standard procedural items such as a land acknowledgement, approval of the agenda, disclosure of interest, and approval of minutes (none). A report titled “Official Plan Consultation, Dillon Consulting” will be presented, but no specific decisions or contracts are listed.
- Official Plan Consultation – Dillon Consulting (report)
- Approval of agenda
- Disclosure of interest
- Approve minutes of previous meeting (none)
Agriculture and Rural Affairs Advisory Committee
The Agriculture and Rural Affairs Advisory Committee will meet to review correspondence and information items, including a report on Official Plan consultation by Dillon Consulting. The meeting is scheduled for 4:15 p.m. on September 4, 2024, in Meeting Room 1.
- Review Official Plan consultation report from Dillon Consulting
- Approval of previous committee minutes
- Public questions period
- Adjournment of meeting
Council Meeting
The council will consider a resolution calling on the federal government to install a structure that restores marine traffic through the Lasalle Causeway after its closure. The meeting also includes proclamations for Rail Safety Week (Sept 23‑29 2024), Child Care Worker & Early Childhood Educator Appreciation Day (Oct 24 2024), and Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. Additional items are a noise exemption for the Jon Festival at 4032 County Road 43, approval of official‑plan and zoning amendments for 4100 County Road 43, and routine consent‑agenda approvals such as a lottery license fee reduction and an integrity‑commissioner agreement.
- Resolution urging the Federal Government to install a structure to allow marine traffic through the Lasalle Causeway starting the 2025 Rideau Canal season
- Proclamation of Rail Safety Week for September 23‑29 2024
- Proclamation of Child Care Worker & Early Childhood Educator Appreciation Day on October 24 2024
- Noise exemption granted for the Jon Festival at 4032 County Road 43 on September 20‑22 2024
- By‑Law 71‑24 and By‑Law 72‑24 amend the Official Plan and Zoning By‑Law to redesignate and rezone 4100 County Road 43 for tourist commercial and open‑space uses
Community and Economic Development Advisory Committee
The Community and Economic Development Advisory Committee will approve the agenda, disclose interests, and approve minutes from previous meetings. It will receive a report on the Official Plan Consultation prepared by Dillon Consulting. The committee will also consider the 2024 Bill Thake Award nomination form and address public questions.
- Official Plan Consultation – Dillon Consulting report
- 2024 Bill Thake Award nomination form
- Approval of the agenda
- Approval of previous meeting minutes
- Public questions
Mayor's Task Force on Clean Technology
The Mayor's Task Force on Clean Technology will review the final draft Terms of Reference. It will also look at the committee webpage on the municipal site and prepare a work plan using the provided template. Additional items include upcoming delegations and a compostable yard waste project.
- Review CLEAN TECH MAYORS TF - FINAL DRAFT Terms of Reference (002).pdf
- Update committee webpage at https://www.northgrenville.ca/council-government/council/committees/tf1
- Prepare work plan using Committee WorkPlan Template.pdf
- Consider delegation of Katie Nolan, Executive Director for Community Futures Grenville (tentative Oct 21, 2024)
- Discuss Mike Finley, Director of Public Works – Compostable Yard Waste Project
Environmental Action Advisory Committee
The committee will review a Water Security Update, a Tree Canopy/Site Alteration Bylaw update, and a Green Burial options report. It will also discuss developers and greenspace development and receive a presentation titled “Maple Leaf Visible from Space”. The Terms of Reference will be considered. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Water Security Update
- Tree Canopy/Site Alteration Bylaw Update
- Green Burial Update (burial options report)
- Developers and Greenspace Development discussion
- Presentation: “Maple Leaf Visible from Space”
Indigenous Advisory Circle
The Indigenous Advisory Circle will approve the meeting agenda and disclose interests. It will approve the minutes from the July 18, 2024 meeting. The primary decision item is a proposal for a canoe sculpture, with supporting documents attached. The meeting also includes items for future meetings and an upcoming Official Plan consultation.
- Proposal for Canoe Sculpture (attachment: Proposal for Canoe Scupture 2024v2_compressed.pdf)
- Canoe Sculpture discussion (scheduled for September 28/30)
- Items for Next Meeting – September 19
- Official Plan Consultation – September 12, 6:00 p.m.
Council Meeting
The Council will vote on By‑Law 66‑24, which makes a series of general amendments to the Comprehensive Zoning By‑Law 50‑12. Several consent‑agenda items will be approved, including a part‑lot control exemption for Oxford Village, a rezoning of 2131 County Road 18, and a noise exemption for a snowmobile drag‑racing event at 252 Davis Road. The meeting also includes a budget increase for a pedestrian crossover project from $45,000 to $85,000.
- Adopt By‑Law 66‑24 to amend Comprehensive Zoning By‑Law 50‑12
- Adopt By‑Law 67‑24 to exempt Oxford Village subdivision lands from Part Lot Control
- Adopt By‑Law 68‑24 to re‑zone 2131 County Road 18 to Rural‑71 for a contractor’s yard
- Grant noise exemption for Snowmobile Drag Racing at 252 Davis Road, Sep 13‑15, 2024
- Increase budget for Asa St at Prescott St pedestrian crossover from $45,000 to $85,000
Special Council Meeting
Council will meet to discuss several items in a closed session, including a tax relief request and a building feasibility study. The meeting also includes a report on Fetherston Mobile Park tax arrears.
- Closed session regarding a tax relief request
- Closed session regarding Memorandum of Understanding negotiations
- Closed session regarding a 3rd party proposal analysis
- Closed session regarding a building feasibility study
- Report on Fetherston Mobile Park tax arrears
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment will open the meeting, acknowledge Indigenous territory, approve the July 10 minutes, and disclose interests. The main business is a public hearing on four minor variance applications for 211 Jack Street, 5462 County Road 19 (Rideau River Road), 412 Johnston Road, and 3814 McGahey Lane. The committee will consider the proposals and any public input before making a decision.
- A-07-24 – Minor variance application for 211 Jack Street
- A-09-24 – Minor variance application for 5462 County Road 19 (Rideau River Road)
- A-10-24 – Minor variance application for 412 Johnston Road
- A-11-24 – Minor variance application for 3814 McGahey Lane
Housing Advisory Committee
The Housing Advisory Committee is meeting to review a building feasibility study during a closed session. The meeting includes no other decision items or delegations.
- Closed session regarding a building feasibility study
- Approval of June 27, 2024 meeting minutes
Council Meeting
North Grenville Council is meeting to decide on several infrastructure contracts and by-law changes. The agenda includes approvals for emergency equipment, facility repairs, and road modifications. Council will also receive reports on water wastewater performance and landfill monitoring.
- Award tender to Fort Garry Fire Trucks for a mini rescue apparatus for $258,082
- Award contract to VanGilst Construction Ltd. for Maplewood Hall steel roof replacement for $61,000 plus HST and 25% contingency
- By-Law 62-24 to stop up and close a portion of Honour Way
- By-Law 63-24 to rename Fisher Way to Fisher Street in eQuinelle Phase 5
- Franchise Agreement renewal with Enbridge Gas Inc. via By-Law 61-24
Arts, Culture, and Heritage Advisory Committee
The Arts, Culture, and Heritage Advisory Committee will consider several reports, including the NG Heritage Property Evaluation Manual, the 2023 ACDF Outcome Reports, and an Arts Consultation Summary. It will provide an update on the Heritage Plaque Program and discuss the ACHAC workplan. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Review NG Heritage Property Evaluation Manual v4 (June 2024)
- Discuss 2023 ACDF Outcome Reports
- Heritage Plaque Program Update (July 15, 2024)
- Arts Consultation Summary Report
- Workplan Discussion (ACHAC Workplan, May 28, 2024)
Indigenous Advisory Circle
The Indigenous Advisory Circle is meeting to discuss several decision items and receive a planning overview delegation. The body will review requests from a childcare centre and the Haudenosaunee Development Institute.
- Planning Overview delegation
- Decision item: Tobacco Ties
- Decision item: September 30
- Request from Childcare Centre
- Request from Haudenosaunee Development Institute
Mayor's Task Force on Clean Technology
The Mayor's Task Force on Clean Technology will hear a presentation from the Green Municipal Fund and reports on partner municipalities' green initiatives. It will follow up on a Studio Ottawa community and economic development advisory committee item and discuss compostable yard‑waste projects from Public Works. The meeting also includes a delegation from the Ontario Chambers of Commerce and a public questions period.
- Green Municipal Fund presentation – GMF 101 – North Grenville
- Report on partner municipalities' green initiatives
- Studio Ottawa – Community and Economic Development Advisory Committee follow‑up
- North Grenville Public Works – compostable yard‑waste projects discussion
- Delegation from Ontario Chambers of Commerce
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment will hold a public hearing regarding a minor variance application for 335 Pinehill Road. The committee will also review and approve minutes from the June 19, 2024 meeting.
- Minor variance application A-08-24 for 335 Pinehill Road
- Approval of minutes from June 19, 2024
Council Meeting
North Grenville Council is reviewing several zoning amendments and municipal policies. Items include a temporary rezoning for an assembly hall at 646 River Road and a larger rezoning for Oxford Village Phase 2. The agenda also includes adopting a new Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Fund Policy.
- Temporary rezoning of 646 River Road to allow an assembly hall
- Rezoning of Oxford Village Phase 2 from Rural to Residential and Institutional
- Adoption of the Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Fund Policy
- Building permit fee waiver for the 2024 Kemptville Live Music Festival
- Amendment to the Transient Traders licensing by-law
Special Council Meeting
This special meeting includes a closed session regarding training for emergency preparedness and municipal fire protection services. The agenda also lists various departmental reports for review.
- Closed session on Emergency Preparedness and Municipal Fire Protection Services Training
Community and Economic Development Advisory Committee
The committee will hear a presentation from Studio Ottawa regarding uOttawa partnership opportunities. The agenda also includes community updates and a review of the Mayor's recent Op Ed. No decision items are listed for this meeting.
- Delegation from Studio Ottawa regarding partnership opportunities
- Community updates from UCLG, NGCC, and BIA
- Review of Mayor's Op Ed in the Ottawa Citizen
Special Council Meeting
North Grenville Council will meet for a special session regarding Council training and the administration of the Arts & Culture Fund Award. The agenda also includes scheduled reports from various municipal departments, including Finance and Public Works.
- Closed session: Council education and training
- Closed session: Arts & Culture Fund Award administration
Accessibility Advisory Committee
The committee will review updates regarding transit for ODSP and hospital clients and accessible crosswalks. The agenda also includes discussions on AODA training resources and the committee workplan. No decision items are scheduled for this meeting.
- NG Transit update for ODSP and Hospital clients
- AODA training resource options
- Washing machine update
- Committee Workplan review
- Pedestrian PXO update regarding accessible crosswalks
Housing Advisory Committee
The committee will review information regarding mass timber construction and building codes. The meeting also includes discussions on funding options for private and public sectors and a work plan review.
- Review of mass timber construction and building codes
- Discussion of funding options for private and public sectors
- Work plan discussion
- Approval of May 2, 2024 meeting minutes
Special Council Meeting
The Special Council meeting includes a closed session regarding legal advice and municipal fire protection services training. While various departmental reports are listed, the agenda provides no specific details for these items.
- Closed session for solicitor-client privilege advice
- Emergency preparedness and municipal fire protection services training
- Adoption of Confirmation By-Law 52-24
Arts, Culture, and Heritage Advisory Committee
The committee will decide on matters regarding 2023 ACDF recipient reports and review the Arts Consultation Summary Report. The meeting also includes a presentation on the Heritage Hamlet Tour and updates on heritage plaques and committee recruitment.
- Decision on 2023 ACDF Recipient's Missing Reports
- Heritage Hamlet Tour delegation by Lisa Poushinsky
- Review of Arts Consultation Summary Report
- Update on Heritage Plaques
- Discussion on procuring new committee members
Environmental Action Advisory Committee
The Environmental Action Advisory Committee will review its Terms of Reference for decision. The agenda also includes reports on roadside herbicides, habitat gardens, water security, and tree canopy status.
- Decision regarding Terms of Reference
- Report on roadside herbicides
- Habitat Garden update
- Tree Canopy/Site Alteration update
- Mayor's Task Force update
Special Council Meeting
The meeting includes a closed session regarding an ongoing Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario matter and an application to the Arts, Culture, and Heritage Advisory Committee. While several departmental reports are scheduled, no specific details were provided for those items.
- Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario matter (closed session)
- Arts, Culture, and Heritage Advisory Committee application (closed session)
- Confirmation By-Law 51-24
Council Meeting
North Grenville Council is deciding on the implementation of an Administrative Monetary Penalty System (AMPS) and several zoning amendments. The meeting includes votes on property standards officer appointments and the removal of a holding provision for a Rideau Street property.
- Implementation of Administrative Monetary Penalty System (AMPS) with estimated consulting costs of $5,000.00 to $6,000.00
- By-law 48-24 to reduce minimum lot area for townhouse dwellings at Lot 24/25, Concession 2
- By-law 47-24 to increase accessory structure lot coverage from 3% to 5.5% at 1055 County Road 43
- By-law 49-24 to remove the holding symbol from 311-315 Rideau Street
- By-law 46-24 to appoint Property Standards Officers
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment is meeting to consider a returning application for a minor variance. The body will also review minutes from the May 8, 2024 meeting.
- Minor variance application A-13-23 for 690 Monkman Rd
Council Meeting
The Council will review a presentation and petition regarding the proposed sale of Ferguson Forest Centre land. Members will also consider adopting a Blue Community Policy and approving a contract for sanitary rehabilitation. The agenda includes reports on economic development and police services.
- Petition to halt the sale of Ferguson Forestry Land
- Adoption of the Blue Community Policy
- $153,793.50 contract award for trenchless sanitary rehabilitation to Clean Water Works Inc.
- Presentation by Shelter Movers Ottawa regarding rural extension
Special Council Meeting
The North Grenville Council will hold a special meeting on June 17, 2024. The agenda includes a closed session regarding council training and the disposition of campus lands. Various departmental reports are also scheduled for review.
- Closed session: Education and training of Council
- Closed session: Disposition of Campus Lands
- Review of various departmental reports
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Advisory Committee
The committee is reviewing draft guidelines for an EDI Fund, including application and policy documents. Members will also select a Co-Chair and review the North Grenville EDI Strategy. The Tiny Town Association will present regarding a municipal affordable housing initiative.
- Review of draft EDI Fund Guidelines
- Selection of Committee Co-Chair
- Review of North Grenville EDI Strategy
- Delegation from Tiny Town Association regarding affordable housing
Indigenous Advisory Circle
The Indigenous Advisory Circle is reviewing the Draft Reconciliation Framework and the Indigenous Significant Events Calendar. The meeting also includes a discussion with Elder Aimee Bailey regarding a June 22 event and a blanket exercise at Kemptville Campus.
- Discussion with Elder Aimee Bailey regarding Kemptville Campus Blanket Exercise and June 22 Event
- Review of Draft Reconciliation Framework
- Indigenous Significant Events Calendar review
- Communities in Bloom Event on August 7
Health, Wellness, Fitness and Active Transportation
The committee will review an amendment to the Bike Rack Cost-sharing Program Policy. Members will also discuss the committee's Terms of Reference and work plan. A report on the Road Safety Community Partnership Program will be presented.
- Amended Bike Rack Policy (Amendment C-2024-131)
- Discussion of Terms of Reference
- Review of Committee Work Plan
- Road Safety Community Partnership Program report
Mayor's Task Force on Clean Technology
The Mayor’s Task Force on Clean Technology will meet virtually to approve recent minutes and review working group updates from March 2024. The agenda also covers a final draft of the task force’s terms of reference, an overview of other municipal partners’ clean technology work, and public questions. This meeting is primarily procedural and does not list specific policy votes or funding approvals.
- Review of March 2024 working group action items
- Final draft terms of reference for the task force
- Review of other municipal partners’ clean technology advancements
- Approval of May 21, 2024 meeting minutes
Agriculture and Rural Affairs Advisory Committee
The committee will review a draft proposal for a Rural and Agriculture CIP. Discussion is also scheduled regarding Kemptville Campus Ag Lands and backyard chickens.
- Review of Rural and Agriculture CIP draft proposal
- Discussion of Kemptville Campus Ag Lands
- Discussion regarding Backyard Chickens
Council Meeting
The Council will review a scope of work for public consultation regarding the adaptive re-use of the Former Oxford Mills Town Hall. The agenda also includes a decision on Naloxone kit placement in municipal settings and a request for a report on columbarium options at Kemptville Union Cemetery.
- Approve scope of work for Former Oxford Mills Town Hall public consultation
- Award $90,247.84 contract to Hydro Cam for storm and sanitary cleaning
- Decision not to mandate Naloxone kits in municipal public settings
- Request staff report on columbarium options for Kemptville Union Cemetery
- Designate 2024 Kemptville Live Music Festival as an Event of Municipal Significance