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121,781
Median household income
$87,000
Median home value
$548,000
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Fri Aug 21, 2026 · 9:30 AM

Council Meeting - Oxford County

Oxford County Council to award wastewater biogas contract

Oxford County Council is meeting to consider a contract award for the Woodstock Wastewater Treatment Plant Biogas Utilization Project, along with routine agenda items and a closed session for confidential matters. The only substantive public item is the Public Works report on the contract award.

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Agenda Agenda Open Video in new Window Video AGENDA COUNTY OF OXFORD COUNCIL Friday, August 21, 2026 at 9 :30 A . m . - 12 :30 P . m . 21 Reeve Street, Woodstock and online www.oxfordcounty.ca/livestream 1. CALL TO ORDER   2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA   3. DISCLOSURES OF PECUNIARY INTEREST AND THE GENERAL NATURE THEREOF   4. ADOPTION OF COUNCIL MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING   5. PUBLIC MEETINGS   6. DELEGATIONS, PRESENTATIONS AND CONSIDERATION THEREOF   7. CONSIDERATION OF CORRESPONDENCE   8. REPORTS FROM DEPARTMENTS   8.1 PUBLIC WORKS   8.1.1 PW 2026-32 Contract Award – Woodstock Wastewater Treatment Plant Biogas Utilization Project   9. UNFINISHED BUSINESS   10. MOTIONS   11. NOTICE OF MOTIONS   12. ENQUIRIES   13. CLOSED SESSION   To consider: Correspondence and Report FS (CS) 2026-19 regarding information explicitly supplied in confidence to the municipality or local board by Canada, a province or territory or a Crown agency of any of them; and, Report PW (CS) 2026-33 regarding a proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the municipality or local board.  13.1 CONSIDER …
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Wed Sep 9, 2026 · 9:30 AM

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Wed Sep 23, 2026 · 9:30 AM

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Wed Oct 14, 2026 · 9:30 AM

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Wed Oct 28, 2026 · 9:30 AM

Council Meeting - Oxford County

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Wed Nov 11, 2026 · 9:30 AM

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Wed Nov 25, 2026 · 9:30 AM

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Wed Dec 9, 2026 · 9:30 AM

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Thu Dec 10, 2026 · 9:30 AM

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Meeting agenda contains only procedural boilerplate

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Mon Dec 14, 2026 · 9:30 AM

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Fri Dec 25, 2026 · 2:00 PM

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Wed Jan 13, 2027 · 9:30 AM

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Oxford County Council meets Jan 13, 2027; no substantive agenda items listed

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Wed Aug 12, 2026 · 9:30 AM

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No substantive items listed for the August 12 meeting

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Thank you. Moved by myself and seconded by Councillor Ancioni, resolve that the agenda be approved as amended by changing the order of business so that closed session and consideration of matters arising from closed session be considered following item 5.5, consideration of report PW2026-27. Is there any discussion? All in favour? Opposed? That is carried. Having adopted the agenda, are there any disclosures of pec uniary interest and the general nature thereof? Councillor Gilvase. Thank you. Councillor Gilvase. I, Deb Gilvase, declare pecuniary interest related to item 8.5.1 on the open meeting agenda of August 12, 26 because my mother-in-law is a resident of Whittingford. And thank you for handing that to the clerk. Again, having adopted the agenda, are there any other disc losures of pecuniary interest and the general nature thereof ? Not seeing any. Adoption of the council minutes of the previous meeting Councillor Martin. Sorry, Deputy Warden Martin. Moved by myself and seconded by Councillor Peterson, resolve that the council minutes of July 8, 2026 be adopted . Is there any discussion? All those in favour? Opposed? That is carried. Public meetings. Resolution to go into a public meeting pursuant to the Planning Act and the disposal of land policy. Councillor Peterson. Thank you, Warden. Moved by myself, seconded by Councillor Gavese, resolve that the council minutes of the council minutes and go into a public meeting pursuant to the Planning Act and disposal of land po …
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Wed Jul 8, 2026 · 9:30 AM

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Council to decide on 64-unit townhouse project in Woodstock

Oxford County Council will hold a public hearing and vote on an official plan amendment to allow 64 stacked townhouse units on Huron Street in Woodstock. Council will also consider several financing by-laws, including $388,388 in internal debt for Zorra drains and multiple OILC debenture applications. Other items include a speed reduction on Oxford Road 28, a council compensation review, and responses to correspondence about a road petition and provincial regulations.

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Thank you. Thank you, Ward and Ryan. Through you, moved by myself, seconded by Councillor Peterson. Resolved that the agenda be approved as amended by changing the order of business so that closed session and consideration of matters arising from closed session be considered following item 5.3, consideration of report CP20 26-215. Is there any discussion? All those in favour? Opposed? That is carried. Having adopted the agenda, are there any disclosures of pec uniary interest and the general nature thereof? Councillor Giovesi. Thank you, Warden. I, Deb Giovesi, declare pecuniary interest related to item 1.1.1 in the closed meeting agenda of July 8th because of the following reasons. My mother-in-law is a resident of Whittingford. Thank you. And you'll have that in writing. Thank you. Are there any other disclosures of pecuniary interest and the general nature thereof? Not seeing any. Adoption of the council minutes of the previous meeting. Councillor Mayberry. Thank you, Warden. Moved by myself, seconded by Deputy Warden Martin. Resolved that the council minutes of June 24th, 2026 be adopted. Is there any discussion? All those in favour? Opposed? That is carried. And public meeting. Resolution to go into a public meeting pursuant to the Planning Act. Councillor Palmer. Thank you, Warden. Moved by myself, seconded by Councillor Gilbezi. Resolved that council rise and go into a public meeting pursuant to the Planning Act and that the warden share the public meeting. Is there an …
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Agenda Agenda Open Video in new Window Video AGENDA COUNTY OF OXFORD COUNCIL Wednesday, July 08, 2026 at 9 :30 A . m . - 2 :30 P . m . 21 Reeve Street, Woodstock and online www.oxfordcounty.ca/livestream 1. CALL TO ORDER   2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA   3. DISCLOSURES OF PECUNIARY INTEREST AND THE GENERAL NATURE THEREOF   4. ADOPTION OF COUNCIL MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING   4.1 June 24, 2026   1. Post-Meeting Minutes - Council Meeting - Oxford County_Jun24_2026 - English.pdf 5. PUBLIC MEETINGS   5.1 Resolution to go into a Public Meeting Pursuant to the Planning Act   5.1.1 Application for Official Plan Amendment OP 26-02-8 - 190 Huron Street Inc.   The Official Plan Amendment proposes to redesignate the subject lands from Low Density Residential to Medium Density Residential with site specific development policies to facilitate the development of 64 stacked townhouse dwelling units on two properties fronting on Huron Street in the City of Woodstock. *See Report CP 2026-215  5.2 Resolution to Adjourn the Public Meeting   5.3 Consideration of Report CP 2026-215 Application for Official Plan Amendment OP 26-02-8 - 190 Huron Street Inc.   6. DELEGATIONS, PRESENTATIONS AND CONSIDERATION …
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Wed Jun 24, 2026 · 9:30 AM

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Council approves 24-unit townhouse development in Tillsonburg

Oxford County Council will consider adopting an Official Plan amendment to rezone land in Tillsonburg for a 24-unit stacked townhouse development, alongside several administrative by-laws and a new Climate Action Plan.

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✓ Decided: Council approves Tillsonburg 24-unit stacked townhouse Official Plan amendment

Council held a public meeting on an application to redesignate Tillsonburg lands from Low to Medium Density Residential for a 24-unit stacked townhouse development. A motion to reject the application failed 4-6, and Council then adopted the report's recommendations, approving Official Plan Amendment Number 360 and By-law 6840-2026. Council also adopted the 2026-2030 Climate Action Plan and approved administrative amendments to the Woodlands By-law.

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Thank you. Correspondence items 7.2 to 7.5 inclusive and 7.8 and 7.9 are considered before the consideration of items 5.3. Report CP 2026194 titled Official Plan Application OP 25-20 -7 2455892 Ontario Inc. Is there any discussion? All those in favour? Opposed? That is carried. Having adopted the agenda, are there any disclosures of pec uniary interest and the general nature thereof? Not seeing any. Adoption of the council minutes of the previous meeting. Councillor Palmer. Thank you, Warden. Moved by myself, seconded by Councillor Schaefer. Resolved that the council minutes of June 10, 10, 2026 be adopted. Is there any discussion? All those in favour? Opposed? That is carried. And public meetings. Resolution to go into a public meeting pursuant to the Planning Act. Alternate Councillor Demarest. Thank you, Warden. Through you. Moved by myself, seconded by Councillor Tate. Resolved that council rise and go into public meeting pursu ant to the Planning Act. And that Warden chair the public meeting. Is there any discussion? All those in favour? Opposed? That is carried. And Manager Gilbert to present application for Official Plan Amendment OP 25-20-7 2455892 Ontario. Thank you. This is an application for Official Plan Amendment in the Town of Tilsonburg. The application proposes to redesignate the lands from low density to medium density residential to prevent the development of 24 stacked townhouse units on the subject property. The lands are located on the south side of Conce …
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Agenda Agenda Addendum Revised Agenda Open Video in new Window Video AGENDA COUNTY OF OXFORD COUNCIL Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 9 :30 A . m . - 2 :30 P . m . 21 Reeve Street, Woodstock and online www.oxfordcounty.ca/livestream 1. CALL TO ORDER   2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA   3. DISCLOSURES OF PECUNIARY INTEREST AND THE GENERAL NATURE THEREOF   4. ADOPTION OF COUNCIL MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING   4.1 June 10, 2026   1. Post-Meeting Minutes - Council Meeting - Oxford County_Jun10_2026 2.pdf 5. PUBLIC MEETINGS   5.1 Resolution to go into a Public Meeting pursuant to the Planning Act   5.1.1 Application for Official Plan Amendment OP 25-20-7 2455892 Ontario Inc.   The Application for Official Plan Amendment proposes to redesignate the subject lands from ‘Low Density Residential’ to ‘Medium Density Residential’ to facilitate a development of a 24-unit stacked townhouse development, in the Town of Tillsonburg.  *See Report CP 2026-194 5.2 Resolution to Adjourn the Public Meeting   5.3 Consideration of Report CP 2026-194 Application for Official Plan Amendment OP 25-20-7 2455892 Ontario Inc.   6. DELEGATIONS, PRESENTATIONS AND CONSIDERATION THEREOF …
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June 24, 2026 1 of 10 OXFORD COUNTY COUNCIL MINUTES June 24, 2026 Council Present Warden Marcus Ryan Deputy Warden Bernia Martin Councillor Jerry Acchione Councillor Deb Gilvesy Councillor David Mayberry Councillor Jim Palmer Councillor Brian Petrie Councillor Phil Schaefer Councillor Deborah Tait Alternate Councillor Nancy Demarest Council Absent Councillor Mark Peterson Staff Present B. Addley, Chief Administrative Officer M. Abercrombie, Director of Public Works M. Dager, Director of Long-Term Care E. Gilbert, Manager of Development Planning R. Hall, Director of Paramedic Services C. King, Director of Financial Services L. Mansbridge, Clerk A. Smith, Director of Human Resources and Corporate Services R. Smith, Director of Human Services 1. CALL TO ORDER Oxford County Council meets in regular session this twenty fourth day of June, 2026 in the Council Chamber, County Administration Building, Woodstock at 9:30 a.m. with Warden Ryan in the chair. 2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA RESOLUTION NO. 1 Moved By: Bernia Martin Seconded By: Brian Petrie Resolved that the Agenda be approved as amended and that the order of business be amended so that Correspondence Items 7.2 to 7.5 inclusive and 7.8 and 7.9 are considered before the consideration of Item 5.3 - Report CP 2026-194 titled Official Plan Application OP 25-20-7 2455892 Ontario Inc. June 24, 2026 2 of 10 DISPOSITION: Motion Carried 3. DISCLOSURES OF PECUNIARY INTEREST AND THE GENERAL NATURE THERE …
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Wed Jun 10, 2026 · 9:30 AM

Council Meeting - Oxford County

Council to address public input on Homelessness Support Centre location and operations

Council will hold a public meeting on an official plan amendment to redesignate land for a residential lot addition at 55 Greenhill Drive, Tillsonburg. They will also consider a community engagement plan for a proposed Homelessness Support Centre at 808 Dundas Street and vote on a notice of motion demanding a public information session on the centre's location and operations. Other items include accepting audited financial statements, approving reserve policy updates, and setting the 2027 budget schedule.

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✓ Decided: Council directs staff to pursue Development Charge Reduction Program with 50% cut

Council approved the Official Plan Amendment OP 26‑04‑7 to re‑designate land for a low‑density residential lot. The Homelessness Support Centre community engagement plan was adopted. The 2025 audited financial statements and the 2027 draft budget schedule were accepted. Staff were instructed to pursue the Development Charge Reduction Program with a target 50 % reduction, approved by a 9‑0 vote.

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Thank you. We talk about you. We're in the Thank you. We're in the Thank you. That's a decision. We're seeing you. housing units they enable as well as maximizing the funding we can receive through this program. Should Council also wish to proceed staff will continue to work internally to bundle and prioritize into the five strongest projects to support a competitive application. This work will need to occur in a very compressed timeline and given that this is the only Council meeting prior to the application deadline we felt it was important to bring this report forward even with imperfect information to obtain some direction. I 'd like to emphasize that the preparing this for application of this scale will require significant commitment of staff resources across financial services, public works and planning and we will need to shift our current priorities and with some of the current initiatives and projects being delayed which may impact some of our ongoing service delivery. If Council directs staff to proceed we will work to submit the most competitive application we can by June 19th and following that I would like to note that there are three Council meetings between now in August 15th which is when a fully executed transfer payment agreement must be executed. It is unclear where in this timeline we will receive notification from the province on our application as this may or may not align with Council meetings. If account if an application is successful staff would retu …
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Agenda Agenda Open Video in new Window Video AGENDA COUNTY OF OXFORD COUNCIL Wednesday, June 10, 2026 at 9 :30 A . m . - 2 :30 P . m . 21 Reeve Street, Woodstock and online www.oxfordcounty.ca/livestream 1. CALL TO ORDER   2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA   3. DISCLOSURES OF PECUNIARY INTEREST AND THE GENERAL NATURE THEREOF   4. ADOPTION OF COUNCIL MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING   4.1 May 27, 2026   1. Post-Meeting Minutes - Council Meeting - Oxford County_May27_2026 - English.pdf 5. PUBLIC MEETINGS   5.1 Resolution to go into a Public Meeting Pursuant to the Planning Act   5.1.1 Application for Official Plan Amendment OP 26-04-7 – The Bridges Inc.   To consider an Application for Official Plan Amendment to facilitate a residential lot addition. An associated consent application (B26-06-7) is proposing that a portion of the subject lands be severed and added to the residential parcel municipally known as 55 Greenhill Drive in the Town of Tillsonburg. The Amendment has been submitted to redesignate a portion of the lands from ‘Open Space’ to ‘Low Density Residential’ and ‘Environmental Protection’ to facilitate a lot addition for the purposes of providing additional amenity space for a single detached dwelling being constructed on the lan …
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June 10, 2026 1 of 11 OXFORD COUNTY COUNCIL MINUTES June 10, 2026 Council Present Warden Marcus Ryan Deputy Warden Bernia Martin Councillor Brian Petrie Councillor Deb Gilvesy Councillor David Mayberry Councillor Jim Palmer Councillor Mark Peterson Councillor Phil Schaefer Councillor Deborah Tait Alternate Councillor Connie Lauder Council Absent Councillor Jerry Acchione Staff Present B. Addley, Chief Administrative Officer M. Abercrombie, Director of Public Works M. Dager, Director of Long-Term Care R. Hall, Director of Paramedic Services C. King, Director of Financial Services L. Mansbridge, Clerk P. Michiels, Director of Community Planning A. Smith, Director of Human Resources and Corporate Services R. Smith, Director of Human Services 1. CALL TO ORDER Oxford County Council meets in regular session this tenth day of June, in the Council Chamber, County Administration Building, Woodstock at 9:30 a.m. with Warden Ryan in the chair. 2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA RESOLUTION NO. 1 Moved By: Bernia Martin Seconded By: David Mayberry Resolved that the Agenda be approved as amended. DISPOSITION: Motion Carried June 10, 2026 2 of 11 3. DISCLOSURES OF PECUNIARY INTEREST AND THE GENERAL NATURE THEREOF 3.1 Councillor Deb Gilvesy discloses a Pecuniary Interest regarding Items 13.1.2.1 and14.1 – HRCS (CS) 2026-03 on the Open and Closed Meeting Agendas of June 10, as her mother-in-law is a resident of Woodingford Lodge, Tillsonburg. …
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Wed May 27, 2026 · 9:30 AM

Council Meeting - Oxford County

Council to consider two new housing subdivisions in Blandford-Blenheim

Oxford County Council will review two draft plans of subdivision from VanWees Roses Inc. for single detached dwellings. The meeting also includes a decision on design services for a homelessness support centre and a motion regarding public consultation for that facility.

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✓ Decided: Approved two draft plans of subdivision for 81 new homes in Princeton

Council granted draft plan approval for two subdivisions (SB 23-04-1 and SB 23-05-1) proposed by VanWees Roses Inc., totaling 81 single-detached lots in Blandford-Blenheim Township, with a 3-year lapsing date subject to conditions. Also approved a single-source $250,000 design contract for the Homelessness Support Centre at 808 Dundas Street (8-2). Directed staff to organize an evening public meeting on the centre by July 30, 2026.

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Agenda Agenda Open Video in new Window Video AGENDA COUNTY OF OXFORD COUNCIL Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at 9 :30 A . m . - 2 :30 P . m . 21 Reeve Street, Woodstock and online www.oxfordcounty.ca/livestream 1. CALL TO ORDER   2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA   3. DISCLOSURES OF PECUNIARY INTEREST AND THE GENERAL NATURE THEREOF   4. ADOPTION OF COUNCIL MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING   4.1 May 13, 2026   1. Post-Meeting Minutes - Council Meeting - Oxford County_May13_2026 - English.pdf 4.2 May 19, 2026 Special Council Meeting   1. Post-Meeting Minutes - Council Meeting - Oxford County_May19_2026 - English.pdf 5. PUBLIC MEETINGS   5.1 Resolution to go into a Public Meeting Pursuant to the Planning Act   5.1.1 Application for Draft Plan of Subdivision SB 23-04-1 - VanWees Roses Inc.   The Draft Plan of Subdivision Application proposes 40 lots for single detached dwellings to be serviced by municipal water and private septic services. Two new public streets are proposed to service the development and one block for a walkway to Princeton Park is proposed, in the Township of Blandford-Blenheim. *See Report CP 2026-135 5.1.2 Application for Draft Plan of Subdivision SB 23-05-1 - VanWees Roses Inc.   The Dra …
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Tue May 19, 2026 · 1:00 PM

Council Meeting - Oxford County

Council enters closed session for negotiations and land acquisition

This is a largely procedural council meeting with no public action items. The main substantive item is a closed session to receive verbal reports from the Chief Administrative Officer and the Warden concerning negotiations and a proposed land acquisition by the county. Only a confirming by-law is listed for public vote.

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✓ Decided: Council backs Homelessness Support Centre plan and property talks

Council received verbal reports from the CAO and Warden in closed session. They directed staff to implement previously planned communications regarding the Homelessness Support Centre and authorized the Warden to speak on the acquisition of property for the centre. A confirmation by-law was also passed.

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Thank you. 1-0-1, I'll call the meeting to order. First item of business is adoption of the agenda. Deputy Warden Martin. Thank you, Warden. Through you. Moved by myself and seconded by Councillor Peterson, resolved that the agenda be approved. Is there any discussion? All those in favour? Opposed? That is carried. To drop the agenda, are there any disclosures of pecuniary interest and the general nature thereof? Not seeing any. There is several procedural items in the agenda that I'm going to skip over as this is an emergency council meeting and go straight down to are there any notices of motion? Not seeing any. Any inquiries of staff? Not seeing any. Closed session. Councillor Petrie. Thank you, Warden. Through you. Moved by myself and seconded by Councillor Mayberry that Oxford County Council go into a closed meeting and discuss the following matters pursuant to section 239 of the Ontario Municipal Act of the Ontario Municipal Act. One, section 239.2k, a position, plan, procedure, criteria or instruction to be applied to any negotiations carried on or to be carried on by or on behalf of the Municipality or local board. Agreement negotiations section 106.1, development charge relief. And two, section 239.2c, a proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the Municipality or local board property acquisition human services. Is there any discussion? Those in favour? Opposed? That is carried and we will now move into closing. Thank you. Mayor Mrakas: 241 and we ar …
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Agenda Agenda Open Video in new Window Video AGENDA COUNTY OF OXFORD COUNCIL Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 1 :00 P . m . - 3 :00 P . m . 21 Reeve Street, Woodstock and online www.oxfordcounty.ca/livestream 1. CALL TO ORDER   2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA   3. DISCLOSURES OF PECUNIARY INTEREST AND THE GENERAL NATURE THEREOF   4. ADOPTION OF COUNCIL MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING   5. PUBLIC MEETINGS   6. DELEGATIONS, PRESENTATIONS AND CONSIDERATION THEREOF   7. CONSIDERATION OF CORRESPONDENCE   8. REPORTS FROM DEPARTMENTS   9. UNFINISHED BUSINESS   10. MOTIONS   11. NOTICE OF MOTIONS   12. ENQUIRIES   13. CLOSED SESSION   To consider a Verbal Report from the Chief Administrative Officer and a Verbal Report from the Warden regarding a position, plan, procedure, criteria or instruction to be applied to any negotiations carried on or to be carried on by or on behalf of the municipality or local board and a proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the County or local board. 13.1 Closed Session Begins   Public Comments: 13.1.1 Verbal Report from the Chief Administrative Officer   Public Comments: 13. …
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Wed May 13, 2026 · 9:30 AM

Council Meeting - Oxford County

Council to consider townhouse development and self-storage facility approvals

Oxford County Council will review several Official Plan amendments, including a request for medium-density residential housing in Zorra and a self-storage facility in Tillsonburg. The body will also decide on declaring land on Karn Road as surplus and authorize internal debt financing for municipal drains.

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✓ Decided: Council approved development charge relief for VDK Inc. investment

Council approved development charge relief for VDK Development Inc. after the province issued a regulation enabling the exception. Conditions include receipt of provincial funding, a 10-year no-tax-appeal commitment, repayment if the property is sold or business ceases, and no further relief on adjacent lands. Staff will negotiate an agreement funded from the Corporate General Reserve.

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Agenda Agenda Open Video in new Window Video AGENDA COUNTY OF OXFORD COUNCIL Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 9 :30 A . m . - 2 :30 P . m . 21 Reeve Street, Woodstock and online www.oxfordcounty.ca/livestream 1. CALL TO ORDER   2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA   3. DISCLOSURES OF PECUNIARY INTEREST AND THE GENERAL NATURE THEREOF   4. ADOPTION OF COUNCIL MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING   4.1 April 22, 2026   1. Post-Meeting Minutes - Council Meeting - Oxford County_Apr22_2026 - English.pdf 4.2 April 28, 2026 Special Meeting   1. Post-Meeting Minutes - Council Meeting - Oxford County_Apr28_2026 - English fv.pdf 5. PUBLIC MEETINGS   5.1 Resolution to go into a Public Meeting Pursuant to the Planning Act and the County of Oxford Disposal of Land Policy   5.1.1 Application for Official Plan Amendment OP 25-17-5 John and Susanne Langlois   The Official Plan amendment is proposing to redesignate an approximate 2.1 ha (5.2 ac) area of the subject lands to ‘Medium Density Residential’ (MDR) to facilitate future development currently anticipated to be comprised of townhouse dwellings, in the Township of Zorra. *See Report CP 2026-124 5.1.2 Application for Official Plan Amendment OP 26-01-7 – 2780480 Ontario Inc.   …
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Tue Apr 28, 2026 · 1:00 PM

Council Meeting - Oxford County

Council to hold closed session over trade secret report

This meeting is mostly procedural (approving minutes, agenda, etc.). The only substantive item is a closed session to discuss a verbal report from the Warden involving a trade secret or commercial information with monetary value. Council will also pass a by-law confirming all actions.

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✓ Decided: Council directs staff on confidential trade secret matter

Council met in closed session to discuss a trade secret. After reconvening, they received a verbal report from the Warden and directed staff to act on the direction provided. No other substantive decisions were made publicly.

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Agenda Agenda Open Video in new Window Video AGENDA COUNTY OF OXFORD COUNCIL Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 1 :00 P . m . - 3 :00 P . m . 21 Reeve Street, Woodstock and online www.oxfordcounty.ca/livestream 1. CALL TO ORDER   2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA   3. DISCLOSURES OF PECUNIARY INTEREST AND THE GENERAL NATURE THEREOF   4. ADOPTION OF COUNCIL MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING   5. PUBLIC MEETINGS   6. DELEGATIONS, PRESENTATIONS AND CONSIDERATION THEREOF   7. CONSIDERATION OF CORRESPONDENCE   8. REPORTS FROM DEPARTMENTS   9. UNFINISHED BUSINESS   10. MOTIONS   11. NOTICE OF MOTIONS   12. ENQUIRIES   13. CLOSED SESSION   To consider a Verbal Report from the Warden regarding a trade secret or scientific, technical, commercial or financial information that belongs to the municipality or local board and has monetary value or potential monetary value.  13.1 Closed Session Begins   Public Comments: 13.1.1 Verbal Report from the Warden   Public Comments: 13.2 Closed Session Ends   Public Comments: 14. CONSIDERATION OF MATTERS ARISING FROM THE CLOSED SESSION   14.1 Verbal R …
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Wed Apr 22, 2026 · 9:30 AM

Council Meeting - Oxford County

County council to vote on 30-unit affordable housing apartment in Tillsonburg

Council will decide on an official plan amendment to allow a 30-unit apartment development by Tillsonburg Non-Profit Housing. They will also consider endorsing comments on provincial Bill 98, receiving the 2025 housing plan progress report, approving three new all-way stops with $75,000 in funding, and authorizing $250,000 for wastewater odour control. A notice of motion calls for resuming property assessments.

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✓ Decided: Approved rezoning for 30-unit affordable apartment in Tillsonburg

Council approved an official plan amendment to redesignate lands to Medium Density Residential for a 30-unit apartment development by the Town of Tillsonburg Non-Profit Housing Corporation. It endorsed the Age Friendly Strategy and directed staff to consider it in all policies. Council also approved funding for all-way stops at three intersections and additional funds for wastewater odour control.

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Thank you. the exception of the industrial use across Tilson Ave to the west and some service commercial uses further to the south. The site itself is surrounded by roads on three sides local streets on the north and south side of the site but on the westerly side of the site is Tilson Ave which is an arterial road which is one of the requirements for medium-density location. The site is located in proximity to a number of parks the Trans-Canada trail and to the south a number of commercial services and there's also a T ego transit stop by directly in front of the site providing transit service and access to this location. This shows the proposed site layout the building is proposed to be oriented on the westerly side of the site so along Tilson Avenue which will provide for greater transition between this building and the low density uses to the east and it also allows the parking and amenity space to be located to the rear of the building further from from Tilson Ave. There is a zoning bylaw amendment that accompanies this it'll allow for some reduced setbacks a reduced parking requirement from the 1.25 down to the one space per unit recognizing that it is affordable housing and there's typically a lower parking generation need from those types of units substantiated by Tilsonburg not- for-profit housing and a review of their other facilities. So the zoning bylaw will really just allow for the proposed building location and and accommodate that reduced parking on this site. …
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Agenda Agenda Open Video in new Window Video AGENDA COUNTY OF OXFORD COUNCIL Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 9 :30 A . m . - 2 :30 P . m . 21 Reeve Street, Woodstock and online www.oxfordcounty.ca/livestream 1. CALL TO ORDER   2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA   3. DISCLOSURES OF PECUNIARY INTEREST AND THE GENERAL NATURE THEREOF   4. ADOPTION OF COUNCIL MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING   4.1 April 8, 2026    1. Post-Meeting Minutes - Council Meeting - Oxford County_Apr08_2026 - English.pdf 5. PUBLIC MEETINGS   5.1 Resolution to go into a Public Meeting pursuant to the Planning Act   5.1.1 Application for Official Plan Amendment OP 26-05-7 - Town of Tillsonburg Non-Profit Housing Corporation   The Official Plan Amendment Application OP 26-05-7, submitted by Town of Tillsonburg Non-Profit Housing Corporation to redesignate lands to Medium Density Residential to facilitate a three storey 30-unit apartment development, in the Town of Tillsonburg. *See Report CP 2026-124 5.2 Resolution to Adjourn the Public Meeting   5.3 Consideration of Report CP 2026-124 Application for Official Plan Amendment OP 26-05-7 Town of Tillsonburg Non-Profit Housing Corporation   6. DELEGATIONS, PRESENTATIONS AND CONSIDERATION …
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Wed Apr 8, 2026 · 9:30 AM

Council Meeting - Oxford County

Council sets 2026 tax rates and creates on-farm business subclass

County Council will vote on by-laws establishing the 2026 tax policy and rates for upper-tier purposes, including a new optional subclass for small-scale on-farm businesses. Council will also receive a framework for a new Official Plan and reports on archives and tourism. Several part-lot control removals and an updated grants policy are also on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Council approves 2026 tax rates and new farm business subclass

Council adopted the 2026 Tax Policy and Rates By-Laws, including a new small-scale on-farm business subclass. They also approved the framework for a new Official Plan, updated the Grants Program Policy, and appointed two lay members to the Accessibility Advisory Committee. A resolution supporting stronger protections for road workers was endorsed.

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Agenda Agenda Open Video in new Window Video AGENDA COUNTY OF OXFORD COUNCIL Wednesday, April 08, 2026 at 9 :30 A . m . - 2 :30 P . m . 21 Reeve Street, Woodstock and online www.oxfordcounty.ca/livestream 1. CALL TO ORDER   2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA   3. DISCLOSURES OF PECUNIARY INTEREST AND THE GENERAL NATURE THEREOF   4. ADOPTION OF COUNCIL MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING   4.1 March 25, 2026   1. Post-Meeting Minutes - Council Meeting - Oxford County_Mar25_2026 - English.pdf 5. PUBLIC MEETINGS   6. DELEGATIONS, PRESENTATIONS AND CONSIDERATION THEREOF   7. CONSIDERATION OF CORRESPONDENCE   7.1 Township of Oro-Medonte   1. corr 01 9a. Oro-Medonte - Support Request from AORS.pdf March 13, 2026  Re: Association of Ontario Road Supervisors (AORS) request for Provincial Legislation Amendments, Health and Safety 7.2 Township of South-West Oxford   1. corr 2 SWOX letter.pdf March 25, 2026 Re: Resolution of Support for Township of Blandford-Blenheim and Township of Zorra and Rural Oxford Economic Development Corporation re: Tax Class Advocacy  8. REPORTS FROM DEPARTMENTS   8.1 COMMUNITY PLANNING   8.1.1 CP 2026-41 New Official Plan: …
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Wed Mar 25, 2026 · 9:30 AM

Council Meeting - Oxford County

Council considers rezoning for 92-unit apartment and townhouse project in Ingersoll

The council will hold a public meeting and vote on an Official Plan Amendment to redesignate land in Ingersoll from low-density to high-density residential, allowing two apartment buildings and five townhouses (92 units). Council will also receive a climate hazard assessment presentation, update the grants program policy, and discuss the 2026 tax policy. Delegations will address Bill 21, the Protect Our Food Act.

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✓ Decided: Council approves Official Plan amendment for residential development in Ingersoll

Council approved an Official Plan amendment to allow two apartment buildings and five townhouses in the Town of Ingersoll. The Council also adopted a Climate Hazard Assessment and passed several by-laws.

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Agenda Agenda Open Video in new Window Video AGENDA COUNTY OF OXFORD COUNCIL Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 9 :30 A . m . - 2 :30 P . m . 21 Reeve Street, Woodstock and online www.oxfordcounty.ca/livestream 1. CALL TO ORDER   2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA   3. DISCLOSURES OF PECUNIARY INTEREST AND THE GENERAL NATURE THEREOF   4. ADOPTION OF COUNCIL MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING   4.1 March 11, 2026    1. Post-Meeting Minutes - Council Meeting - Oxford County_Mar11_2026 - English.pdf 5. PUBLIC MEETINGS   5.1 Resolution to go into a Public Meeting pursuant to the Planning Act   5.1.1 Application for Official Plan Amendment OP 25-09-6 - 1000419812 Ontario Inc.   The Official Plan amendment is proposing to redesignate the subject lands from ‘Low Density Residential’ to ‘High Density Residential’ to permit the development of two new apartment buildings as well as a site-specific special policy to permit the development of 5 townhouse dwellings, for a total of 92 dwelling units on the property in the Town of Ingersoll.  *See Report CP 2026-94 5.2 Resolution to Adjourn the Public Meeting   5.3 Consideration of Report CP 2026-94 Application for Official Plan Amendment OP 25-09-6 - 1000419812 Ontario Inc. …
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March 25, 2026 1 of 8 OXFORD COUNTY COUNCIL MINUTES March 25, 2026 Council Present Warden Marcus Ryan Deputy Warden Bernia Martin Councillor Jerry Acchione Councillor Deb Gilvesy Councillor David Mayberry Councillor Jim Palmer Councillor Mark Peterson Councillor Brian Petrie Councillor Phil Schaefer Councillor Deborah Tait Council Absent N/A Staff Present B. Addley, Chief Administrative Officer F. Gross, Manager of Transportation and Waste Management R. Hall, Director of Paramedic Services C. King, Director of Financial Services L. Mansbridge, Clerk P. Michiels, Director of Community Planning R. Smith, Director of Human Services 1. CALL TO ORDER Oxford County Council meets in regular session this twenty-fifth day of March 2026, in the Council Chamber, County Administration Building, Woodstock at 9:30 a.m. with Warden Ryan in the chair. 2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA RESOLUTION NO. 1 Moved By: Bernia Martin Seconded By: Jerry Acchione Resolved that the Agenda be approved. DISPOSITION: Motion Carried 3. DISCLOSURES OF PECUNIARY INTEREST AND THE GENERAL NATURE THEREOF NIL March 25, 2026 2 of 8 4. ADOPTION OF COUNCIL MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING 4.1 March 11, 2026 RESOLUTION NO. 2 Moved By: David Mayberry Seconded By: Jim Palmer Resolved that the Council Minutes of March 11, 2026, be adopted. DISPOSITION: Motion Carried 5. PUBLIC MEETINGS 5.1 Resolution to go into a Public Meeting pursuant to the Planning Act RESOLUTI …
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Wed Mar 11, 2026 · 9:30 AM

Council Meeting - Oxford County

Council to consider $13.3M Thamesford wastewater plant upgrade contract

Council will hold public meetings on three planning applications: a subdivision for a recreation centre and school in Ingersoll, a subdivision for institutional development in Woodstock (Cowan Fields), and an Official Plan Amendment to rezone land from Open Space to High Density Residential in Woodstock. Key decisions include awarding a $13.3 million contract for Thamesford Wastewater Treatment Plant upgrades, plus $940,110 for engineering inspection, and authorizing up to $8.6 million in debt. Council will also receive annual reports on wastewater, drinking water, and waste management, and consider an overtime policy amendment for non-union employees.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $13.3M wastewater plant contract and growth plan updates

Oxford County Council approved a $13,267,340 construction contract for the Thamesford Wastewater Treatment Plant upgrades, along with a $940,110 engineering services contract and related debt financing. Council also adopted growth forecast updates, including a 25% residential intensification target, and approved three planning applications for subdivisions and an official plan amendment. All decisions were carried unanimously.

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Agenda Agenda Open Video in new Window Video AGENDA COUNTY OF OXFORD COUNCIL Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at 9 :30 A . m . - 2 :30 P . m . 21 Reeve Street, Woodstock and online www.oxfordcounty.ca/livestream 1. CALL TO ORDER   2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA   3. DISCLOSURES OF PECUNIARY INTEREST AND THE GENERAL NATURE THEREOF   4. ADOPTION OF COUNCIL MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING   4.1 February 25, 2026   1. Post-Meeting Minutes - Council Meeting - Oxford County_Feb25_2026 - English.pdf 5. PUBLIC MEETINGS   5.1 Resolution to go into a Public Meeting pursuant to the Planning Act   5.1.1 Application for Draft Plan of Subdivision SB 25-04-6 - Town of Ingersoll   The application for draft plan of subdivision has been requested to facilitate the creation of 7 blocks for the development of a municipally owned multi-use recreation centre, a public school, and future residential development, together with the creation of one new local street, in the Town of Ingersoll.  *See Report CP 2026-59  5.1.2 Application for Draft Plan of Subdivision SB 25-06-8 - City of Woodstock (Cowan Fields)   The Application submitted by the City of Woodstock for draft plan of subdivision approval to create 5 blocks for future institut …
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March 11, 2026 Page 1 of 11 OXFORD COUNTY COUNCIL MINUTES March 11, 2026 Council Present Warden Marcus Ryan Councillor Brian Petrie Councillor Jerry Acchione Deputy Warden Bernia Martin Councillor David Mayberry Councillor Jim Palmer Councillor Mark Peterson Councillor Phil Schaefer Alternate Councillor Chris Parker Council Absent Councillor Deb Gilvesy Councillor Deborah Tait Staff Present B. Addley, Chief Administrative Officer M. Abercrombie, Director of Public Works M. Dager, Director of Long Term Care R. Hall, Director of Paramedic Services C. King, Director of Financial Services L. Mansbridge, Clerk P. Michiels, Director of Community Planning A. Smith, Director of Human Resources and Corporate Services R. Smith, Director of Human Services 1. CALL TO ORDER Oxford County Council meets in regular session this eleventh day of March 2026, in the Council Chamber, County Administration Building, Woodstock at 9:31 a.m. with Warden Ryan in the chair. 2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA RESOLUTION NO. 1 Moved By: Bernia Martin Seconded By: Mark Peterson March 11, 2026 Page 2 of 11 Resolved that the Agenda be approved as amended to include a correspondence item 7.3 from the Oxford County federation of Agriculture regarding the Oxford Growth Plan. DISPOSITION: Motion Carried 3. DISCLOSURES OF PECUNIARY INTEREST AND THE GENERAL NATURE THEREOF NIL 4. ADOPTION OF COUNCIL MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING 4.1 February 25, 2026 RESOLUTION NO. 2 …
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Wed Feb 25, 2026 · 9:30 AM

Council Meeting - Oxford County

Council to vote on updating Official Plan implementation policies

Council will consider adopting Amendment 351 to the County Official Plan to update implementation policies and restore two site-specific policies. They will also review speed management and road safety reports for multiple communities, and consider a deferred update to growth forecasts. Additional reports include the 2025 Managed Forest Plan, Drinking Water System Performance, and Investment Activity.

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✓ Decided: Council adopts Amendment 351 to Oxford County Official Plan

The council approved the proposed amendments to Chapters 10, 5 and 3 of the County Official Plan and adopted By‑Law 6802‑2026 to enact Amendment Number 351. It also adopted speed‑management recommendations, including new 60 km/h limits on sections of County Roads 2, 29 and 59. Several reports on road safety, forest planning, drinking water and financial investment were received and approved.

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Agenda Agenda Open Video in new Window Video AGENDA COUNTY OF OXFORD COUNCIL Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 9 :30 A . m . - 2 :30 P . m . 21 Reeve Street, Woodstock and online www.oxfordcounty.ca/livestream 1. CALL TO ORDER   2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA   3. DISCLOSURES OF PECUNIARY INTEREST AND THE GENERAL NATURE THEREOF   4. ADOPTION OF COUNCIL MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING   4.1 February 11, 2026   1. Post-Meeting Minutes - Council Meeting - Oxford County_Feb11_2026 - English.pdf 5. PUBLIC MEETINGS   5.1 Resolution to go into a Public Meeting pursuant to the Planning Act   5.1.1 Updating the Implementation Policies   The proposed amendments serve to update the implementation polices in the Official Plan (i.e. Various policies in Chapter 10 and one in Chapter 5) and restore two site-specific policies that were inadvertently removed from Chapter 3.  *See Report CP 2026-37  5.2 Resolution to Adjourn the Public Meeting   5.3 Consideration of Report CP 2026-37 Updating the Implementation Policies   6. DELEGATIONS, PRESENTATIONS AND CONSIDERATION THEREOF   6.1 Mike Renaud   1. Del 02_Redacted.pdf Oxford County Resident Re: Speed Management …
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February 25, 2026 1 of 10 OXFORD COUNTY COUNCIL MINUTES February 25, 2026 Council Present Warden Marcus Ryan Councillor Brian Petrie Councillor Jerry Acchione Deputy Warden Bernia Martin Councillor David Mayberry Councillor Jim Palmer Councillor Mark Peterson Councillor Deborah Tait Council Absent Councillor Deb Gilvesy Councillor Phil Schaefer Staff Present B. Addley, Chief Administrative Officer M. Abercrombie, Director of Public Works M. Dager, Director of Long-Term Care R. Hall, Director of Paramedic Services C. King, Director of Financial Services L. Mansbridge, Clerk P. Michiels, Director of Community Planning A. Smith, Director of Human Resources R. Smith, Director of Human Services 1. CALL TO ORDER Oxford County Council meets in regular session this twenty fifth day of February 2026 in the Council Chamber, County Administration Building, Woodstock at 9:30 a.m. with Warden Ryan in the chair. 2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA RESOLUTION NO. 1 Moved By: Bernia Martin Seconded By: Mark Peterson Resolved that the Agenda be approved. DISPOSITION: Motion Carried February 25, 2026 2 of 10 3. DISCLOSURES OF PECUNIARY INTEREST AND THE GENERAL NATURE THEREOF NIL 4. ADOPTION OF COUNCIL MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING 4.1 February 11, 2026 RESOLUTION NO. 2 Moved By: David Mayberry Seconded By: Brian Petrie Resolved that the Council Minutes of February 11, 2026, be adopted. DISPOSITION: Motion Carried 5. PUBLIC MEETINGS 5.1 …
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Wed Feb 11, 2026 · 9:30 AM

Council Meeting - Oxford County

Council to approve updated Safe and Well Oxford Plan

Oxford County Council will consider adopting an updated 'Safe and Well Oxford' plan and amending a delegation policy. The meeting also includes reports on council expenses and growth forecasts.

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✓ Decided: Council adopts updated Safe and Well Oxford Plan and related actions

The council approved its agenda and adopted the minutes from the January 28 meeting. It received a correspondence item from the Township of Blandford‑Blenheim and adopted several reports, including the Safe and Well Oxford Plan with authorization to implement it. The Delegation of Powers and Duties Policy was amended, and the growth‑forecast report was deferred. The meeting concluded with the passage of a by‑law and adjournment.

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Agenda Agenda Open Video in new Window Video AGENDA COUNTY OF OXFORD COUNCIL Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 9 :30 A . m . - 2 :30 P . m . 21 Reeve Street, Woodstock and online www.oxfordcounty.ca/livestream 1. CALL TO ORDER   2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA   3. DISCLOSURES OF PECUNIARY INTEREST AND THE GENERAL NATURE THEREOF   4. ADOPTION OF COUNCIL MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING   4.1 January 28, 2026   1. Post-Meeting Minutes - Council Meeting - Oxford County_Jan28_2026 - English.pdf 5. PUBLIC MEETINGS   6. DELEGATIONS, PRESENTATIONS AND CONSIDERATION THEREOF   7. CONSIDERATION OF CORRESPONDENCE   7.1 Township of Blandford-Blenheim   1. Corr 01 Twp of BB.pdf February 4, 2026 Re: Plattsville Municipal Drinking Water System 8. REPORTS FROM DEPARTMENTS   8.1 FINANCIAL SERVICES   8.1.1 FS 2026-03 Council Remuneration and Expenses - 2025   1. FS 2026-03 Council Remuneration and Expenses - 2025.pdf 2. FS 2026-03 Council Remuneration and Expenses - 2025 Attachment 1.pdf RECOMMENDATION: That Report FS 2026-03 entitled “Council Remuneration and Expenses - 2025”, for the year ended December 31, 2025, be received as information. 8.2 CAO …
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1 of 9 OXFORD COUNTY COUNCIL MINUTES February 11, 2026 Council Present Warden Marcus Ryan Deputy Warden Bernia Martin Councillor Jerry Acchione Councillor Deb Gilvesy Councillor David Mayberry Councillor Jim Palmer Councillor Mark Peterson Councillor Brian Petrie Councillor Phil Schaefer Councillor Deborah Tait Council Absent N/A Staff Present B. Addley, Chief Administrative Officer M. Abercrombie, Director of Public Works M. Dager, Director of Long-Term Care R. Hall, Director of Paramedic Services C. King, Director of Financial Services L. Mansbridge, Clerk P. Michiels, Director of Community Planning A. Smith, Director of Human Resources and Corporate Services R. Smith, Director of Human Services 1. CALL TO ORDER Oxford County Council meets in regular session this eleventh day of February, 2026 in the Council Chamber, County Administration Building, Woodstock at 9:32 a.m. with Warden Ryan in the chair. 2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA RESOLUTION NO. 1 Moved By: Bernia Martin Seconded By: Mark Peterson Resolved that the Agenda be approved. DISPOSITION: Motion Carried 2 of 9 3. DISCLOSURES OF PECUNIARY INTEREST AND THE GENERAL NATURE THEREOF 3.1 Councillor Deb Gilvesy discloses a Pecuniary Interest regarding Item 13.2.1 - Report WDFL (CS) 2025-06 on the Closed Agenda of February 11, 2026, as her mother-in-law is a resident of Woodingford Lodge. 4. ADOPTION OF COUNCIL MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING 4.1 January 28, 2026 R …
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Wed Jan 28, 2026 · 9:30 AM

Council Meeting - Oxford County

Council to adopt Official Plan amendment for 47-unit apartment

Oxford County Council will consider adopting an Official Plan amendment to allow a 47-unit apartment building in Tillsonburg and a draft condominium plan in Drumbo. The meeting also includes reports on growth forecasts and long-term care.

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✓ Decided: Council approved a 47‑unit affordable housing plan for Tillsonburg

The council adopted the Official Plan Amendment OP 24‑02‑7, allowing a 47‑unit apartment building in Tillsonburg. It also approved a draft condominium plan for 17 townhouses in Blandford‑Blenheim. The council accepted Warden Marcus Ryan’s resignation from the Southwestern Public Health Board and endorsed Councillor Jim Palmer as his replacement. A report on the County Growth Forecast and Land Needs Assessment was deferred pending further study.

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Agenda Agenda Open Video in new Window Video AGENDA COUNTY OF OXFORD COUNCIL Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 9 :30 A . m . - 2 :30 P . m . 21 Reeve Street, Woodstock and online www.oxfordcounty.ca/livestream 1. CALL TO ORDER   2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA   3. DISCLOSURES OF PECUNIARY INTEREST AND THE GENERAL NATURE THEREOF   4. ADOPTION OF COUNCIL MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING   4.1 January 14, 2026   1. Post-Meeting Minutes - Council Meeting - Oxford County_Jan14_2026 final.pdf 5. PUBLIC MEETINGS   5.1 Resolution to go into a Public Meeting pursuant to the Planning Act   5.1.1 Application for Official Plan Amendment OP 24-02-7 – Town of Tillsonburg   The Official Plan Amendment proposes to accommodate the development of a 47-unit apartment building containing affordable and attainable housing units, in partnership with Oxford County’s Human Services Department in the Town of Tillsonburg.  *See Report CP 2026-23 5.1.2 Application for Draft Plan of Condominium CD 24-06-1 – 2825085 Ontario Inc.   Application for Draft Plan of Condominium proposing a standard condominium with 17 townhouse units to be serviced by municipal water and wastewater services, in the Township of Blandford-Blenheim.  *See Repo …
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January 28, 2026 1 of 12 OXFORD COUNTY COUNCIL MINUTES January 28, 2026 Council Present Warden Marcus Ryan Deputy Warden Bernia Martin Councillor Jerry Acchione Councillor Deb Gilvesy Councillor David Mayberry Councillor Jim Palmer Councillor Mark Peterson Councillor Brian Petrie Councillor Phil Schaefer Councillor Deborah Tait Council Absent N/A Staff Present B. Addley, Chief Administrative Officer M. Abercrombie, Director of Public Works M. Dager, Director of Long-Term Care R. Hall, Director of Paramedic Services C. King, Director of Financial Services L. Mansbridge, Clerk P. Michiels, Director of Community Planning A. Smith, Director of Human Resources and Corporate Services R. Smith, Director of Human Services 1. CALL TO ORDER Oxford County Council meets in regular session this twenty eighth day of January, 2026 in the Council Chamber, County Administration Building, Woodstock at 9:30 a.m. with Warden Ryan in the chair. 2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA RESOLUTION NO. 1 Moved By: Bernia Martin Seconded By: Mark Peterson Resolved that the Agenda be approved as amended by: Adding Correspondence from Warden Marcus Ryan as Item 7.1; and, January 28, 2026 2 of 12 Changing the order of business by moving Closed Session (Item 13.1) and Consideration of Matters Arising from the Closed Session (Item 14.1) following Item 8.2.1. DISPOSITION: Motion Carried 3. DISCLOSURES OF PECUNIARY INTEREST AND THE GENERAL NATURE THEREOF Councillor De …
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Wed Jan 14, 2026 · 9:30 AM

Council Meeting - Oxford County

Council to approve over $18M in debentures and 2026 budget

Oxford County Council will vote on two Official Plan amendments for Tillsonburg, approve a package of debentures totaling about $18.2M for capital projects in the County, Woodstock, Tillsonburg, and Blandford-Blenheim, adopt the 2026 interim tax levy and budget, and set water and wastewater rates for the year. Council will also consider correspondence opposing consolidation of conservation authorities and a motion to reconsider a deferred report.

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✓ Decided: Council adopts two Official Plan amendments and approves several debenture by‑laws

The council adopted Official Plan Amendment OP 25-15-7 to re‑designate land for low‑density residential use and OP 25-18-7 to permit a community facility. It also approved multiple borrowing by‑laws for debentures and the 2026 interim tax levy. In addition, a council member was nominated to the SWIFT board and the meeting moved into a closed session.

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Agenda Agenda Open Video in new Window Video AGENDA COUNTY OF OXFORD COUNCIL Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 9 :30 A . m . - 2 :30 P . m . 21 Reeve Street, Woodstock and online www.oxfordcounty.ca/livestream 1. CALL TO ORDER   2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA   3. DISCLOSURES OF PECUNIARY INTEREST AND THE GENERAL NATURE THEREOF   4. ADOPTION OF COUNCIL MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING   4.1 December 10, 2025    1. Post-Meeting Minutes - Council Meeting - Oxford County_Dec10_2025 - English final final.pdf 5. PUBLIC MEETINGS   5.1 Resolution to go into a Public Meeting pursuant to the Planning Act   5.1.1 Application for Official Plan Amendment OP 25-15-7 - Michael Perovich   The Official Plan Amendment proposes to redesignate a portion of the subject lands from ‘Open Space’ to ‘Low Density Residential’ to facilitate the future creation of residential infill lots through severance in the Town of Tillsonburg.  *See Report CP 2026-04 5.1.2 Application for Official Plan Amendment OP 25-18-7 - Thames Valley District School Board   The Official Plan Amendment proposes to redesignate a portion of the subject lands from ‘Low Density Residential’ and ‘Open Space’ to ‘Community Facility’ to facilitate the development of a pl …
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January 14, 2026 1 of 13 OXFORD COUNTY COUNCIL MINUTES January 14, 2026 Council Present Warden Marcus Ryan Deputy Warden Bernia Martin Councillor Jerry Acchione Councillor Deb Gilvesy Councillor David Mayberry Councillor Jim Palmer Councillor Mark Peterson Councillor Brian Petrie Councillor Phil Schaefer Alternate Councillor Connie Lauder Council Absent Councillor Deborah Tait Staff Present B. Addley, Chief Administrative Officer M. Abercrombie, Director of Public Works M. Dager, Director of Long-Term Care R. Hall, Director of Paramedic Services C. King, Director of Financial Services L. Mansbridge, Clerk P. Michiels, Director of Community Planning A. Smith, Director of Human Resources and Corporate Services R. Smith, Director of Human Services 1. CALL TO ORDER Oxford County Council meets in regular session this fourteenth day of January, 2026 in the Council Chamber, County Administration Building, Woodstock at 9:30 a.m. with Warden Ryan in the chair. 2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA RESOLUTION NO. 1 Moved By: Bernia Martin Seconded By: Mark Peterson Resolved that the Agenda be approved. DISPOSITION: Motion Carried January 14, 2026 2 of 13 3. DISCLOSURES OF PECUNIARY INTEREST AND THE GENERAL NATURE THEREOF NIL 4. ADOPTION OF COUNCIL MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING 4.1 December 10, 2025 RESOLUTION NO. 2 Moved By: David Mayberry Seconded By: Brian Petrie Resolved that the Council Minutes of December 10, 2025, be adopted. DISP …
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