North Middlesex public meetings in 2024
37 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Council Meeting
Council will vote on endorsing the Nairn Trails subdivision and official plan amendment, pre-approve $799,720 for 2025 road reconstruction, and award a $837,500 gravel tender. Other decisions include drainage works, surplus land declaration, utility billing changes, community improvement plan grants, and a letter of no objection for firearm sales.
- Nairn Trails Subdivision – endorse plan of subdivision 39T-NM-2401 and Official Plan Amendment OPA 15
- Official Plan Amendment OPA 16 and Zoning By-law Amendment for 3610 West Corner Drive
- Pre-approve $799,720 for Sylvan Road reconstruction and road extensions in 2025 budget
- Award gravel tender RD1 to E&W Blane Trucking for $837,500
- CIP grants to 273 Main St., Parkhill: $4,987.50 (accessibility) and $3,478.50 (beautification)
Council Meeting
Council will hold a public hearing for a zoning by-law amendment at 3610 West Corner Drive, and decide on pre-approving $799,720 for the 2025 Asphalt Program including Sylvan Road Reconstruction and extensions on Nairn Road and Parkhill Drive. The meeting also considers borrowing from OILC via a debenture for capital works, adopts an updated Electronic Sign Policy and a Utility Collection and Billing Policy, and authorizes digital dressing room signage at no cost.
- Public hearing for ZBA-23-2024 at 3610 West Corner Drive
- Pre-approval of $799,720 for 2025 Asphalt Program: Sylvan Road Reconstruction, Nairn Road and Parkhill Drive approaches
- Consideration of By-law 099 for OILC debenture borrowing for capital works
- Adoption of updated Electronic Sign Policy and Utility Collection and Billing Policy (By-law 093)
- Authorizing agreement with Futuresign Multimedia Displays Inc. for digital dressing room signage at no cost
Council Meeting
Council will consider approving an Employment Status of Firefighters policy and a revised Firefighter Remuneration policy. Other items include a petition for a new municipal drain, endorsement of the Bog Line Smoke Show as a municipally significant event with a three-year fee arrangement, and two Community Improvement Plan grants. A clerical error on a 2022 drainage by-law will be corrected to show total costs of $166,700.
- Firefighter Employment Status policy and revised Remuneration policy (FD-2024-4 and FD-2024-3) up for approval
- Petition to start a new municipal drain under Section 4 of the Drainage Act, with Spriet Associates as engineer
- Bog Line Smoke Show BBQ Festival endorsed as municipally significant; no fee for inaugural year, staffing cost for years 2 and 3
- Lucan Country Gardens (34603 Richmond St) awarded $1,329.37 under Community Improvement Plan
- Four Seasons Fashions, Gifts and More (214 Parkhill Main St) awarded $1,380.96 for beautification
Recreation Advisory Committee
The provided agenda contains only procedural software boilerplate and no specific discussion or decision items. No business was listed for this meeting.
LSAC Meeting
The Local Schools Advisory Committee is meeting to receive updates from the School Board Trustee and discuss reports from committee member Bill Irwin regarding school principals. The body will also review a special project and out-of-area transportation.
- Update from School Board Trustee
- Discussions with 5 principals by member Bill Irwin
- Special Project Discussion (follow-up from June 13, 2024)
- Out of Area Transportation
Community Development Fund Committee
The North Middlesex Community Development Fund Committee will meet to discuss several policy and operational items, including merging two funding pathways into a single pool, whether the fund should cover ongoing expenses like flower maintenance and facility rentals, appropriate applicant groups, financial statement requirements, and long-term hospital funding. No decisions are expected; all items are listed for discussion only.
- Merging two funding pathways into a single pool
- Discussion on flower maintenance as an operational service
- Discussion on municipality paying itself facility rentals from the fund
- Discussion on whether larger parent groups should apply instead of subsidiaries
- Discussion on requiring financial statements from applicants
Policy Committee
The Policy Committee is meeting to review several municipal policies. The agenda includes discussions on firefighter remuneration and employment status, as well as electronic signatures and water charge exceptions.
- Firefighter Remuneration
- Firefighter Employment Status
- Electronic Sign Policy
- Water Charges Exception Policy
- Sewer Use Policy
Council Meeting
Council will consider awarding snow removal and drainage contracts, including two major drain projects. The meeting also includes public hearings for zoning amendments and a minor variance request.
- Drainage contract for Gilbert-Windsor Drain Branch A, D and Main Drain to Robinson Farm Drainage Limited for $199,596.00
- Drainage contract for Canada Company Drain North to Van Bree Drainage and Bulldozing Limited for $109,322.40
- Minor variance application MV-14-2024 for a detached garage at 34751 Brinsley Road
- Zoning By-law Amendment ZBA-11-2024 for hold removal at 84 Queen Street
- Zoning By-law Amendment ZBA-21-2024 for 1069 West Corner Drive
Council Meeting
The North Middlesex Council will consider several drainage petitions, award $1,500 to Gokstorp Farms for a rural economic development project, and vote to raise the West Williams Hall roof repair budget by $20,000 to $150,000. It will also receive a Court of Revision report on the Prance Drain assessment schedule and amend the Policy Committee Terms of Reference to set quarterly meetings.
- Award $1,500 to Gokstorp Farms (3610 West Corner Drive) for a rural economic development project under the Community Improvement Plan
- Increase the West Williams Hall roof repair capital project budget by $20,000 to a total of $150,000
- Receive petitions for Conlin Drain and Pickering Drain and appoint R. Dobbin Engineering Inc. as engineer for each project
- Court of Revision to confirm assessment schedule for the Prance Drain Section 76 report
- Amend the Policy Committee Terms of Reference to schedule meetings quarterly and allow the Chair to call urgent meetings
Council Meeting
Council will receive final reports on two drainage projects and consider a zoning by-law amendment to rezone a property from industrial to agricultural. The meeting also includes public hearings on land-use applications.
- Receive Canada Company Drain North final report
- Receive Gilbert-Windsor Drain final report
- Consider zoning by-law amendment ZBA-20-2024
- Public meeting for land-use application B21-2024
- Public meeting for land-use application B22-2024
Budget Committee
The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and software interface text. No specific decisions, discussions, or budget items are listed.
Recreation Advisory Committee
The agenda for the North Middlesex Recreation Advisory Committee meeting on September 24, 2024 contains no listed items. It appears only procedural headings and a video placeholder are present.
Council Meeting
The Council will consider several Committee of Adjustment items, including a minor variance for an accessory structure at 35963 Grand Bend Road, a consent application for 160 Parkhill Main Street, and a zoning by‑law amendment for 31946 Sylvan Road. Staff reports will be received on building activity, radar speed‑sign installation, ice‑season extension, and a Housing Accelerator Fund Round 2 application. The Council will also read multiple by‑laws for the second and third readings and appoint the Clerk as a by‑law enforcement officer.
- Minor Variance MV‑13‑2024 – grant accessory structure height up to 8.6 m at 35963 Grand Bend Road, with use conditions.
- Consent Application B20‑2024 – grant for 160 Parkhill Main Street under Section 53 of the Planning Act, subject to report conditions.
- Zoning By‑law Amendment ZBA‑19‑2024 – rezone parcels at 31946 Sylvan Road to AG1‑40 and A1‑109, first and second reading approved.
- Radar Speed Signs Report – approve installation of speed radar signs at six identified locations.
- Ice Season Extension – direct staff to extend arena operations to the second week of May.
Council Meeting
The North Middlesex Council will discuss zoning amendments for properties on Maguire Road and Elginfield Road. The body is also deciding on several infrastructure contracts and updating municipal policies regarding travel and staff compensation.
- Contract award of $101,524.00 to B.M. Ross and Associates Limited for Ailsa Craig Inflow and Infiltration Study
- Contract award of $36,721.00 to C. Robert Robinson Contracting Ltd. for Prance Drain Maintenance
- Zoning amendment ZBA-17-2024 for 35850 Maguire Road
- Temporary Use Zoning amendment ZBA-18-2024 for 3900 Elginfield Road
- Proposed speed limit by-law for Lieury Road in Mount Carmel
Council Meeting
The council will consider several drainage matters, including confirming assessment schedules for the Rock Drain and other drains, and awarding two major drainage contracts. It will also approve the minutes from the June 19, 2024 meeting and hear multiple applications before the Committee of Adjustment. A zoning by‑law amendment for 2026 Bornish Drive will be presented for information.
- Award Lockhart Drain “A” and “D” contract to Robinson Farm Drainage Limited for $473,351.00 (excluding HST)
- Award McKinnon Drain Extension, Van Aert Drain No. 1 and Branch contract to Robinson Farm Drainage Limited for $356,671.00 (excluding HST)
- Court of Revision to confirm assessment schedules for the Rock Drain and for the McKinnon Drain Extension, Van Aert Drain No. 1 and Branch per R. Dobbin Engineering Inc. report dated May 6 2024
- Committee of Adjustment to grant consent applications B16‑2024 (31946 Sylvan Rd), B17‑2024 (222 Roskeen St), B18‑2024 (204 McLeod St) and minor variance applications MV‑11‑2024 and MV‑12‑2024
- Council to receive report on Zoning By‑law Amendment ZBA‑13‑2024 for 2026 Bornish Drive
Special Council Meeting
The Council is meeting to begin an Official Plan Review under Section 26 of the Planning Act. Planner Abby Heddle-Jacobs will present a report regarding this process, which includes a session for public input.
- Initiation of Official Plan Review under Section 26 of the Planning Act
- By-law 057 of 2024 reading and confirmation
Council Meeting
The Council is reviewing several municipal by-laws including tax rates and water/wastewater rates. Discussions include a fire protection agreement with Lambton Shores and the adoption of a Youth Advisory Committee.
- Endorsement of Fire Protection Agreement with Lambton Shores
- Awarding of Economic Development strategy contract to Mellor Murray Consulting Inc
- Adoption of the 2024 Conservation and Demand Management plan
- By-Law 052 of 2024 regarding 2024 and 2025 Water Wastewater Rates
- By-Law 054 of 2024 regarding the 2024 Tax Rate
Special Council Meeting
The Council will meet to discuss a refresh of the municipality's strategic plan. The discussion includes the Community and Corporate Strategic Plan 2018-2028. A closed meeting is also scheduled under Section 239 of the Municipal Act.
- Strategic Plan Refresh discussion
- Review of North Middlesex - Community and Corporate Strategic Plan 2018-2028
Council Meeting
Council will consider several drainage matters including the McLellan Drain and McKinnon Drain extension. The meeting also includes a Committee of Adjustment session for various consent and variance applications, as well as a discussion on naming rights for the North Middlesex Arena.
- Awarding $122,591.80 contract to Van Bree Drainage & Bulldozing Ltd. for McLellan Drain
- Awarding $114,595.00 contract to McCann Redi-Mix Inc. for Mawson-Erskine Drain Branch B
- Consent application B13-2024 for 115 James Street
- Consent application B14-2024 for 3511 Elginfield Road
- Naming the North Middlesex Arena & Fitness Centre as 'HMS Insurance Centre'
Recreation Advisory Committee
The provided document contains no specific meeting topics, proposals, or decisions. It consists of empty fields and software-related placeholders.
Council Meeting
Council will consider several infrastructure and community service proposals. These include approving a new water financial plan, purchasing a motor grader, and authorizing funds for washroom repairs and disaster recovery planning.
- Purchase of 2024 John Deere 870GP Motor Grader for $735,548.64
- Approval of the 2024-2033 Water Financial Plan
- Authorization of $11,250.00 for Lieury washroom roof replacement
- Matching Parkhill Trail fundraising up to $5,000.00
- Allocation of $10,150.58 for a Disaster Recovery Plan
Special Council Meeting
The North Middlesex Council is holding a special meeting to discuss urgent matters in a closed session. The meeting includes discussion under sections 239(2)(h) and 239(2)(i) of the Municipal Act.
- Closed meeting regarding protected items under Section 239(2)(h) and 239(2)(i) of the Municipal Act
Council Meeting
The meeting includes decisions on drainage contract awards for the Michielsen and Van Aert drains. The Committee of Adjustment will also consider several zoning variances and land severance applications.
- Award $150,005.60 contract to Van Bree Drainage & Bulldozing Ltd for Michielsen and Tap Drains
- Award $48,714.31 contract to McCann Redi-Mix Inc. for Van Aert Drain No. 2
- Grant minor variance for accessory structure coverage at 118 Centre Road
- Grant land severance applications B6-2024 and B7-2024 at 11734 Petty Street
- Deny land severance application B8-2024 at 26215 Coldstream Road
North Middlesex Policy Committee
The provided document is a procedural agenda for the North Middlesex Policy Committee. No specific discussion topics or decisions are listed in the text.
Council Meeting
The Council will review several departmental reports including infrastructure projects and financial updates. Key discussions include a water meter replacement project, a gravel tender award, and various committee updates.
- 2024 Water Meter Replacement Project contract with Evans Supply Limited for $122,089.00 (excluding HST)
- Gravel Tender RD-1 of 2024 award to E&W Blane Trucking & Excavating Ltd. for $758,000.00 (excluding HST)
- By-law 033 of 2024 regarding Fire Committee Terms of Reference
- By-law 034 of 2024 to appoint Matt Klein as Municipal By-Law Officer
- By-law 035 of 2024 to appoint Matt Klein as Municipal Livestock Valuer
Council Meeting
The Council will review several drainage assessment reports for the Van Aert, Michielsen, and Tap drains. Additionally, the Committee of Adjustment will consider multiple minor variance and consent applications regarding property heights, lot areas, and land use.
- Drainage assessment for Van Aert Drain No. 2
- Drainage assessment for Michielsen & Tap Drains
- Minor variance application MV-6-2024 at 10802 Argyle St
- Minor variance application MV-7-2024 at 3459 Mount Carmel Dr
- Minor variance application MV-8-2024 at 262 Milcraig St
Special Council Meeting
The North Middlesex Council is holding a special meeting for deliberations on the draft 2024 municipal budget. The session focuses on reviewing the proposed annual budget.
- Deliberations on the Draft 2024 Municipal Budget
Special Council Meeting
The Council is reviewing the Draft 2024 Municipal Capital Budget. Proposed actions include approving the operational and capital budgets, evaluating water/wastewater rates, and implementing a new Public Works position.
- Approval of 2024 Operational and Capital Budgets with a $9,091,072.00 tax levy
- Proposed residential tax rate of 0.00864710 (a 4.85% increase)
- Evaluation of water/wastewater rates pending a study by Watson and Associates Ltd.
- Implementation of an Operator 2 position for Public Works
Special Council Meeting
The North Middlesex Special Council meeting will focus on deliberations regarding the draft 2024 municipal budget. Other agenda items include standard procedural matters such as the disclosure of pecuniary interests.
- Deliberations on the draft 2024 municipal budget
Council Meeting
Council will review several departmental requests including a new tandem plow truck and sports equipment. The meeting also includes discussions on an electronic sign project in Ailsa Craig and the 2024 Community Guide.
- Purchase of a 2025 Freightliner tandem axle cab and chassis for $411,325.00
- Pre-approval of $30,000.00 for a By-Law Enforcement vehicle
- Purchase of soccer nets ($5,000.00), rugby frames ($10,000.00), and basketball nets ($12,000.00)
- Budget increase for Ailsa Craig electronic sign from $40,000.00 to $90,000.00
- Review of the 2023 Annual Water Report
Council Meeting
The Council will review multiple applications for minor variances regarding building heights and lot coverage. The agenda also includes reviewing final reports for local drainage systems. Additionally, recommendations will be presented for a new pound keeping contract and agricultural zoning renewals.
- Rezoning 273 Parkhill Main St to permit a duplex
- Awarding Pound Keeping Contract 2024 to Animal Care Centre Lobo
- Renewing temporary use zoning at 4486 Queen St for agriculture and equestrian use
- Reviewing final reports for Michielsen and Tap Drains
- Endorsing plan of subdivision for 34707 Lieury Rd
Council Meeting
Council will review the draft 2024 budget and consider several departmental reports. Key discussions include gravel road maintenance funding, organizational reviews, and various recreation facility agreements.
- $700,000 budgeted for Gravel Road Maintenance Program
- $350,000 budgeted for liquid calcium dust suppression program
- Appointment of Deputy Mayor Paul Hodgins to Middlesex County Police Services Board
- Installation of Pixellot TV at North Middlesex Arena & Fitness Centre
- Application for Ontario Trillium Grant for West Williams roof and washroom upgrades
North Middlesex Policy Committee
The provided text contains only procedural software boilerplate and does not list any specific topics or decisions for the North Middlesex Policy Committee meeting on February 21, 2024.
LSAC Meeting
The agenda for this Local Schools Advisory Committee meeting consists of procedural items. It includes the presentation of the committee agenda and disclosure of pecuniary interest. No substantive topics or decisions are listed in the provided text.
- Disclosure of pecuniary interest
Council Meeting
The Council will review several planning applications including minor variances and consents. Additionally, the meeting includes multiple requests to increase budgets for ongoing water tower, road, and sewage projects.
- Minor variance applications for 132 Old Mill St.
- Consent application B1-2024 at 25976 King St.
- Consent application B2-2024 at 1069 West Corner Dr.
- Zoning By-law Amendment ZBA-3-2024 for 29463 Coldstream Rd.
- Budget increase of $63,114 for Ailsa Craig Water Tower project
Council Meeting
North Middlesex Council will consider a zoning amendment for 34264 Brinsley Rd to allow for industrial use. The agenda also includes the adoption of several new municipal policies and reviews of drainage improvement requests. Additionally, officials will discuss negotiating a new fire protection agreement with Lucan-Biddulph.
- Rezoning 34264 Brinsley Rd from Agricultural to Extractive Industrial zone
- Appointment of R. Dobbin Engineering Inc. for drainage projects
- Adoption of new IT, stop sign, and procurement policies
- Negotiation of a new Fire Protection Agreement with Lucan-Biddulph
- Notice regarding Nairn Bridge closure
North Middlesex Fire Committee
The North Middlesex Fire Committee meeting on January 9, 2024, consists of procedural items. The committee will review the current meeting agenda and the draft minutes from the November 9, 2023, meeting.
- Review of November 9, 2023, draft Fire Committee minutes