Rideau Lakes public meetings in 2024
92 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Planning Advisory and Committee of Adjustment
The Planning Advisory and Committee of Adjustment will review two Section 45 rezoning applications for properties at 4521 R45 and 25 Lilly Lane. It will also consider the Four Corners Subdivision application (08‑T‑20245) located at 4779 Briton Houghton Bay Rd. A site‑plan control exemption request for Lower Beverley Lake Park will be discussed, and the manager’s report will be presented.
- Section 45 rezoning – A‑24‑2024 for Burgess Concession 2 Part Lot 25, 4521 R45 (Ward of Bastard & South Burgess)
- Section 45 rezoning – A‑25‑2024 for Concession 5 Part Lot 8, 25 Lilly Lane (Ward of North Crosby‑Newboro)
- Subdivision application 08‑T‑20245 – Four Corners Subdivision (Riley) at 4779 Briton Houghton Bay Rd (Ward of Bastard & South Burgess)
- Lower Beverley Lake Park – site‑plan control exemption request
- Manager’s Report – includes Village of Westport ZBA completion notice and Minister’s letter on ARUs
Municipal Services Committee (PW)
The Municipal Services Committee will review updates from Development Services, Roads, Environmental Services, Municipal Properties, Finance, Fire Services, Recreation, and the township's strategic plan. It will also consider a motion to create a cell phone allowance as part of council remuneration. Presentations include the Hospice Hub and a proposal to rename private road lanes off B12.
- Proposed renaming of private road lanes off B12 (DS-2024-36)
- Drummond Street Newboro speed reduction proposal (RDS-2024-30)
- Future use study for 4428 Old Kingston Road (FAC-2024-31)
- Fire Department paid on‑call compensation review (FIRE-2024-21)
- Notice of motion: council remuneration – cell phone allowance (Councillor J. Banks)
🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
South Elmsley and Area CEC Meeting
The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and software interface text. There are no specific decisions, proposals, or discussion items listed for this meeting.
Special Municipal Services Committee (GG)
The Special Municipal Services Committee will review the township’s 2025 Capital Budget, including community grant allocations, operating projects, and capital projects. The meeting also includes routine items such as call to order, roll call, agenda adoption, and declarations of interest. No specific dollar amounts or project details are listed in the agenda.
- 2025 Capital Budget
- 2025 Community Grants (Operating Budget)
- 2025 Operating Projects
- 2025 Capital Projects
Special Municipal Services Committee (GG)
The Special Municipal Services Committee will review the 2025 Operating Budget documents for various departments, including Corporate Services, Community and Leisure, Roads, and Environmental Services. The agenda also includes the Library's draft budget and proposed budgets for the Municipal Homelessness Action Committee.
- 2025 Operating Budget review
- Library draft budget
- Municipal Homelessness Action Committee budget
- Corporate Services budget
- Roads budget
Elgin and Area CEC Meeting
The Elgin and Area CEC meeting scheduled for December 10, 2024, contains no listed agenda items. The agenda text consists only of placeholders and generic headings without any specific decisions, proposals, or discussions. As a result, there are no concrete items to report.
Elgin Seniors Housing Board
The board will receive a financial update and discuss the 2025 budget. It will also hear updates from the Facilities Custodian and Tenant Liaison and the Municipal Properties Supervisor. New business includes a review of By‑Law 2011‑87, board appointments, the 2025 meeting schedule, and signing authority. The meeting will conclude with a confirmation of By‑Law 2024‑02 proceedings.
- Financial Update & 2025 Budget (Dave Schur, Acting Treasurer)
- Municipal Properties updates from Nicole Halladay and Rob Hennessy
- Review of By‑Law 2011‑87 (Office Consolidation Establish Elgin Seniors Housing Board)
- Board appointments
- Signing authority
Economic Development Committee
The Township of Rideau Lakes Economic Development Committee will discuss the Eastern Ontario Rail Trail Tourism Loop and the Newboro Concept. The meeting will also cover the adoption of the November 4, 2024 minutes and an action listing update.
- Discussion on Eastern Ontario Rail Trail Tourism Loop partnership
- Discussion on Newboro Concept support
- Adoption of Post-Meeting Minutes from November 4, 2024
- Review of 2024-12-02 ECD Action Listing update
- Presentation by Parks Canada's Mark Brus
Regular Council Meeting
The Council will discuss a variety of administrative updates, including a new Human Resources Policy and Procedure Manual and a Corporate Asset Naming Policy. The meeting includes several proposed service agreements and a review of the Multi-Year Accessibility Plan.
- Agreement with Andrew Parent for Municipal Pound Services (By-Law 2024-118)
- Agreement with ADR Chambers Inc. for Integrity Commissioner Services (By-Law 2024-119)
- Agreement with PSD Citywide Inc. for an Asset Management Plan (By-Law 2024-120)
- Road renaming for R12A (Redwing Highlife Stargazer Higginson Trail) (By-Law 2024-116)
- Closing of Part 3 Plan28R4230 at 20 Colborne St. Portland (By-Law 2024-117)
🗳️ How they voted — 5 divided votes
Delta and Area CEC Meeting
The agenda for the Rideau Lakes Delta and Area CEC meeting on November 27, 2024 contains no listed items. It appears to be a placeholder with only generic headings and no substantive proposals, decisions, or discussions. As a result, the council will likely address only routine procedural matters.
Planning Advisory and Committee of Adjustment
The agenda for the Rideau Lakes Planning Advisory and Committee of Adjustment meeting on 2024-11-27 contains no listed items; it appears to be a placeholder with no substantive proposals or decisions.
Municipal Services Committee (GG)
The Municipal Services Committee will review several community grant presentations, a Treasury year‑to‑date financial summary for October 2024, and an update from Fire Services. It will consider the award of a Request for Proposal for a Pound Service Facility and a proposed motion to amend the Procedural By‑Law on delegations. Additional items include an RFP for Integrity Commissioner services and updates to human‑resource and asset‑naming policies.
- Award of RFP – Pound Service Facility (Fire Services)
- 2025 Community Grants presentations (Delta Mill Society, Newboro & Area Heritage Society, Rideau Environmental Action League, Royal Canadian Legion Branch 207, Secondhand Stories)
- Treasury YTD Summary – October 2024
- Proposed Motion – Amend Procedural By‑Law on Delegations (Councillor Dunfield)
- RFP for Integrity Commissioner Services (Clerk Mary Ellen Truelove)
Municipal Heritage Advisory Committee
The Municipal Heritage Advisory Committee is meeting to approve heritage property research and discuss the 2025 budget. The body will also review seed fund requests from heritage societies and a demolition application for St. Peter's Anglican Church Hall.
- Demolition application for Newboyne Church Hall (St. Peter's Anglican Church Hall)
- Approval of heritage property research for Powhatan Lodge, Brier Hill Cemetery, Blair House, Knowlton Cemetery, Old Stone Mill Delta, Newboro Courthouse, and Freeland Properties
- Discussion of the draft 2025 MHAC Budget
- 2025 seed fund requests from CLAHS, DMS, EAHS, NAHS, and PRHS
- Review of Cultural Heritage Strategy recommendations
North Crosby and Area CEC Meeting
The North Crosby and Area Community Environmental Committee meeting is scheduled for November 21, 2024. The agenda is currently procedural and does not list specific decisions or items for discussion.
Portland and Area CEC Meeting
The Portland and Area CEC meeting agenda for November 20, 2024 contains no listed items, only generic headings and software interface elements. No decisions, discussions, or proposals are detailed in the provided agenda.
Elgin and Area CEC Meeting
The agenda for the Rideau Lakes Elgin and Area CEC meeting on 2024-11-19 contains no listed items. It consists only of generic headings and placeholders, indicating a procedural or informational session without specific decisions or discussions.
Newboro and Area CEC Meeting
The agenda for the Rideau Lakes Newboro and Area CEC meeting on 2024-11-19 contains no listed items or decisions. It appears to be a placeholder or procedural notice without substantive proposals.
Special Municipal Services Committee (GG)
The Special Municipal Services Committee will review a Parks and Recreation Master Plan and Strategic Plan actions. The committee will also consider a proposed motion to establish a Recreation and Volunteer Committee.
- Review of Parks and Recreation Master Plan
- Review of Strategic Plan actions
- Proposed motion to establish Recreation and Volunteer Committee
- Ronald E. Holman Municipal Complex project components
- Municipal Office, Chantry
Accessibility Advisory Committee
The Rideau Lakes Accessibility Advisory Committee will adopt the minutes from the October 10, 2024 meeting and review a draft Multi-Year Accessibility Plan for 2025-2029. The committee will also discuss improving accessible customer service standards and review the AODA Toolbox.
- Adoption of October 10, 2024 minutes
- Review of draft Multi-Year Accessibility Plan (2025-2029)
- Discussion on improving accessible customer service standards
- Review of AODA Toolbox - October 2024
- Public consultation open for customer service standards
Planning Advisory and Committee of Adjustment
The Planning Advisory and Committee of Adjustment will consider a site‑plan control exemption request for Lower Beverley Lake Park, review a cost‑reconsideration request (RC‑2‑2024) from Barry and Heather Coote concerning 216 Mother Barnes Road, and discuss Section 45 applications for Rocky Pines Island Corporation at 62 Scott Lane. They will also receive the manager’s report on drinking‑water source protection and a watershed strategy survey. The meeting includes routine items such as adoption of the agenda and minutes and a tentative closed‑session.
- Lower Beverley Lake Park – Site Plan Control Exemption Request (Nov 13 2024 attachments)
- RC‑2‑2024 Cost Re‑Consideration Request by Barry and Heather Coote (216 Mother Barnes Road)
- Section 45 Applications – A‑21‑2024 for Rocky Pines Island Corporation, Concession 1 Part Lot 6, 62 Scott Lane
- Manager’s Report – Drinking Water Source Protection public consultation and amendment summary
- Closed Session – Tentative item (no details provided)
Municipal Services Committee (PW)
The Municipal Services Committee will discuss infrastructure updates, including road renaming and 2025 civic addressing. The body is also reviewing a draft video surveillance policy for municipal properties and various proposed motions regarding bursaries and council remuneration.
- Renaming of private roads off R12A (Bastard & South Burgess)
- Draft Video Surveillance Policy for municipal properties
- 2025 Civic Addressing Projects
- Proposed motion for agricultural bursary guidelines
- Proposed motion to amend Council Conference/Seminar Per Diem rates
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Morton and Area CEC Meeting
The agenda provided contains no listed items, proposals, or decisions. It appears to be a placeholder without substantive content.
Economic Development Committee
The Economic Development Committee will discuss the draft 2025 budget and recommendations for village visioning in Lombardy. The meeting includes a presentation from the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Agri-Business and Ministry of Rural Affairs.
- Draft 2025 Economic Development Budget
- Village Visioning for the Community of Lombardy recommendations by Hawn Consulting
- Reports on the former Maple Syrup Factory in Delta, including a Phase Two Environmental Site Assessment
- Discussion on the 2025 New Business Award recognition program
- Review of the Rideau Lakes Draft Business List
Regular Council Meeting
The Rideau Lakes Council will review several by-laws including zoning amendments and user fee changes. The meeting also includes a report from the Integrity Commissioner regarding two councillors and a summary of the Village Visioning Program.
- By-Law 2024-110: Zoning amendment for 1242-1244 Eight Concession Road
- By-Law 2024-111: Zoning amendment for 5296 Salem Road
- By-Law 2024-113: Amendment to 2015-1 User Fees and Charges
- By-Law 2024-112: CAZ Debenture for Old Kingston Road
- Integrity Commissioner Report regarding Councillors Jeff and Paula Banks
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Delta and Area CEC Meeting
The agenda for the Rideau Lakes Delta and Area CEC meeting on 2024-10-30 contains no listed items. It appears to be a procedural placeholder with no decisions or discussions recorded. No rezoning, contracts, ordinances, fee changes, or public hearings are mentioned.
Newboro and Area CEC Meeting
The agenda for the Rideau Lakes, Ontario Newboro and Area CEC meeting on 2024-10-29 contains no listed items; it only includes standard headings and placeholders. No decisions, proposals, or discussions are detailed in the provided document.
Municipal Services Committee (GG)
The Municipal Services Committee will review finance documents including the Treasury YTD Summary, Q3 2024 forecast, and 2025 Budget Guidelines. It will receive updates from Fire Services, Public Works on the IDEA initial concept design, and Development Services on building permit fees. The committee will also consider a proposed motion by Councillor P. Banks regarding involuntary care for individuals with severe mental health and addictions issues.
- Proposed Motion – Involuntary Care for Individuals with Severe Mental Health and Addictions Issues (Councillor P. Banks)
- Building Permit Fees Update (Development Services)
- IDEA Initial Concept Design Report for Chantry Office (Public Works – Municipal Properties)
- 2025 Budget Guidelines (Finance)
- Fire Services Update – September Dispatch and Response Report (Community Protective Services)
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Municipal Heritage Advisory Committee
The Municipal Heritage Advisory Committee is meeting to review research on several local heritage properties and discuss the draft 2025 budget. The body will also consider a concept for the Gallagher Property and review quotes for an archive feasibility study.
- Review and approval of property sheets for Blair House, Brier Hill Cemetery, Knowlton Cemetery, Newboro Courthouse, Old Stone Mill Delta, and Powhatan Lodge Pine Island
- Discussion of the Dowsett Boat Heritage of Portland concept for the Gallagher Property
- Discussion of the draft 2025 MHAC Budget
- Review of quotes for the Heritage Centre Working Group Archive Feasibility Study
- Review of Chaffeys Lock Walking Tour content
Elgin and Area CEC Meeting
The agenda for the Rideau Lakes Elgin and Area CEC meeting on 2024-10-17 contains no listed items. It appears to be a placeholder with only video and software interface elements. No decisions, proposals, or discussions are detailed in the provided document.
South Elmsley and Area CEC Meeting
The agenda for the Rideau Lakes South Elmsley and Area CEC meeting on 2024-10-17 contains no listed items. No decisions, proposals, or discussions are detailed in the provided document.
North Crosby and Area CEC Meeting
The agenda contains no listed items, decisions, or discussions. It appears to be a placeholder with only video and software references and no concrete agenda content.
Portland and Area CEC Meeting
The agenda for the Rideau Lakes Portland and Area CEC meeting on 2024-10-16 contains no listed items. It appears to be a procedural or placeholder meeting without specific decisions or discussions recorded.
Municipal Services Committee (PW)
The Municipal Services Committee is meeting to discuss infrastructure updates, environmental reports, and community recreation programs. Key agenda items include a report on the Delta Maple Syrup Factory and concept designs for the Chantry Offices.
- Delta Maple Syrup Factory environmental site assessment and risk reports
- Chantry Offices concept design deliverable 1
- Township of Rideau Lakes Municipal Office Redevelopment presentation by IDEA
- Commemorative Bench and Tree Policy
- Integrity Commissioner report regarding Councillor Carr
🗳️ How they voted — 4 divided votes
Accessibility Advisory Committee
The Rideau Lakes Accessibility Advisory Committee will adopt the minutes from its March 7, 2024 meeting and review a draft Multi-Year Accessibility Plan for 2024-2028. The committee will also discuss AODA training and grant opportunities submitted by the Clerk.
- Adoption of March 7, 2024 AAC Minutes
- Review of Draft Multi-Year Accessibility Plan 2024-2028
- Discussion on AODA Training for Clerk
- Review of Grant Opportunities Submitted
- Review of AODA Toolbox: August 2024
Planning Advisory and Committee of Adjustment
The Planning Advisory and Committee of Adjustment will consider two zoning by‑law amendment applications (ZBA‑14‑2024 and ZBA‑15‑2024) submitted by Salem Restoration Ltd for properties on Eight Concession Road and Salem Road. It will also hear two Section 45 development applications: one from Rocky Pines Island Corp for 62 Scott Lane and another from Smiths Falls Golf and Country for 125 Golf Club Road. A business‑arising item (RC‑4‑2024) will address an encroachment agreement for the property at 80 Pegg Road. The meeting includes routine items such as adoption of the September 25, 2024 minutes and the manager’s report.
- ZBA‑14‑2024 & ZBA‑15‑2024: zoning by‑law amendment applications by Salem Restoration Ltd for 1242‑1244 Eight Concession Rd and 5296 Salem Rd (North Crosby‑Newboro)
- A‑21‑2024: Section 45 application by Rocky Pines Island Corp for 62 Scott Lane (North Crosby‑Newboro)
- A‑22‑2024: Section 45 application by Smiths Falls Golf and Country for 125 Golf Club Rd (South Elmsley)
- RC‑4‑2024: business‑arising item concerning an encroachment agreement for 80 Pegg Rd (South Elmsley)
- Adoption of minutes from the September 25, 2024 meeting
Economic Development Committee
The Economic Development Committee will hear a Leeds‑Grenville economic development update, review the draft business listing and village vision reports, receive a financial update, and consider the Tourism Growth Fund and the 2025 Business Recognition Program. It will also discuss the upcoming Economic Developers of Ontario conference and hold a committee roundtable.
- Tourism Growth Fund – PW Rec 173-2024 and related documents
- Business Recognition Program 2025 – event planning discussion
- Economic Developers of Ontario Conference – Fall 2025 overview
- Financial Update – Ec. Dev Financial Update 07-31-24
- Village Vision consolidated report – operations update
Regular Council Meeting
The Rideau Lakes Council will consider a series of by‑law motions, including a Community Improvement Plan funding agreement for Poplars Resort Ltd. Other items include new zoning amendments, establishment of development charges, and regulation of seasonal tourist campgrounds. The council will also hear a motion to reconsider the release of an Integrity Commissioner report and several proposed motions on regional issues.
- By‑Law 2024‑107: Community Improvement Plan Funding Agreement – Poplars Resort Ltd.
- By‑Law 2024‑105: Establish Development Charges
- By‑Law 2024‑106: Regulate and Govern Seasonal Tourist Campground Businesses
- By‑Law 2024‑91: Zoning amendment for Campbell (1629 County Rd 42 – B&SB)
- Motion for Reconsideration to Release Integrity Commissioner Report – Councillor P. Banks
🗳️ How they voted — 6 divided votes
Rideau Lakes Lake Association Committee (RLLAC)
The provided agenda contains only procedural software boilerplate and empty fields. There are no specific decisions, proposals, or discussion items listed.
Special Council Meeting
The Township of Rideau Lakes is holding a virtual special council meeting on October 2, 2024, to discuss council concerns and a closed session. No substantive agenda items are listed.
- Virtual-only special council meeting
- Closed meeting regarding personal matters
- By-law #101 governing council proceedings
- Questions from media and public
Special Municipal Services Committee (GG)
The Special Municipal Services Committee will meet to discuss an asset management plan presentation by Matthew Van Dommelen. The meeting is scheduled for Monday, September 30, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. at the Municipal Office in Chantry.
- Matthew Van Dommelen to present PSD City Wide Asset Management Plan
- Committee to adopt agenda and conduct roll call
- Public and media questions regarding agenda items
Planning Advisory and Committee of Adjustment
The Planning Advisory and Committee of Adjustment will consider several zoning by-law amendments and Section 45 applications. The body will also review a Community Improvement Program application and discuss tourist campground licensing.
- Zoning By-Law Amendment ZBA-13-2024 for Edna Lane (Norwood)
- Section 45 Application A-19-2024 for 173 Sunrise Lane (Lahey)
- Section 45 Application A-20-2024 for 3237 MacDonald Island Rd (McNeely and Jesty)
- Community Improvement Program application CIP-02-2024 for 8 By St (The Poplars Resort Ltd)
- Discussion on Tourist Campground Licensing
Delta and Area CEC Meeting
The provided agenda contains only procedural software boilerplate and no specific discussion or decision items.
Municipal Services Committee (GG)
The Municipal Services Committee will review reports on recreation planning, wastewater, finance, fire services, and capital projects. It will consider two notice of motion items: a letter to Premier Ford about farmland expropriation and a motion on provincial removal of wetlands protection for Eastern Ontario. The committee will also receive updates on the Portland Transfer Station retaining wall RFP results and Chaffey’s pedestrian access report.
- Draft Parks and Recreation Master Plan presentation
- Portland Transfer Station Retaining Wall RFP Results
- Chaffey's Pedestrian Access Report
- Notice of Motion – Letter to Premier Ford on farmland expropriation
- Notice of Motion – Province removes wetlands protection for Eastern Ontario
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
South Elmsley and Area CEC Meeting
The agenda for the South Elmsley and Area CEC meeting on September 19, 2024 contains no listed items. No decisions, proposals, or discussions are detailed in the provided document.
Municipal Heritage Advisory Committee
The Municipal Heritage Advisory Committee will consider a Heritage Meet and Greet event scheduled for October 18. It will discuss the final Cultural Heritage Strategy document. The committee will also receive verbal updates on the Heritage Centre Working Group, Doors Open Working Group, Historical Society Seed Funds 2025, and the Tourism Growth Program.
- Heritage Meet and Greet – Oct 18 (discussion)
- Cultural Heritage Strategy Review (discussion)
- Heritage Centre Working Group – verbal update (information)
- Historical Society Seed Funds 2025 – applications due Oct 31 (information)
- Tourism Growth Program – information
North Crosby and Area CEC Meeting
The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and software interface text. There are no specific decisions, proposals, or discussion items listed.
Morton and Area CEC Meeting
The agenda for the Rideau Lakes, Ontario Morton and Area CEC meeting on 2024-09-18 contains no listed items, descriptions, or decisions. No specific topics, contracts, rezoning proposals, or hearings are recorded in the provided document.
Portland and Area CEC Meeting
The provided agenda contains only procedural software placeholders and boilerplate text. No specific decisions, proposals, or discussion items are listed.
Special Municipal Services Committee (GG)
The Special Municipal Services Committee will hear a delegation from Chris Warner-Smith of IDEA regarding the Chantry Municipal Office. The meeting includes a presentation of a space program and two site option boards.
- Delegation from Chris Warner-Smith, IDEA, regarding Chantry Municipal Office
- Review of Space Program
- Review of Option 1 Site Presentation Board
- Review of Option 2 Presentation Board
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Municipal Heritage Advisory Committee
The Municipal Heritage Advisory Committee will meet on September 11, 2024 to consider a draft strategic plan input for Sector 10 submitted by George German. The agenda includes reviewing the August 15, 2024 MHAC minutes, receiving reports from committee members, and fielding questions from the public. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Discussion of Draft Strategic Plan – Sector 10 input submitted by George German (PDF attachment)
- Review of the 2024-08-15 MHAC minutes (PDF attachment)
- Reports from committee members
- Public questions session
- Standard procedural items (call to order, roll call, disclosures, adjournment)
Planning Advisory and Committee of Adjustment
The Planning Advisory and Committee of Adjustment will consider three Section 45 applications: A‑17‑2024 (Strickland) for lots 29 and 30 at 251 Otter Lake Rd, A‑18‑2024 (Stretton and French) for Lot 146 at 95 Sand‑Birch Island, and RC‑4‑2024 Large road‑closure and encroachment at 80 Pegg Rd. The meeting also includes the manager’s report and a fee‑reduction request from Salem Restoration (Snider). No decisions are recorded in the agenda.
- A‑17‑2024 STRICKLAND – Section 45 application for South Elmsley Concession 2 Part Lots 29 and 30, 251 Otter Lake Rd
- A‑18‑2024 STRETTON and FRENCH – Section 45 application for Plan 353 RCP Lot 146, 95 Sand‑Birch Island
- RC‑4‑2024 LARGE – Road closure and encroachment licence application for 80 Pegg Rd
- Manager’s Report – includes Salem Restoration (Snider) fee‑reduction request
- Adoption of minutes from August 28, 2024
Newboro and Area CEC Meeting
The provided agenda contains only procedural software boilerplate and no specific discussion or decision items.
Municipal Services Committee (PW)
The Municipal Services Committee will review updates from Development Services, Public Works (roads, environmental services, and municipal properties), and administration. It will also consider several proposed motions, including an automated speed enforcement program, Westport wastewater, support for the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program, harbour launching and parking pay meters, and a staff appreciation day. Additional items include a draft tourist campground licensing by‑law and a memorandum of understanding with the local food bank and clothing co‑op.
- Draft Tourist Campground Licensing By‑law (DS 2024‑24 ATTC 1)
- MOU with Food Bank and Clothing Co‑op (FAC 2024‑22)
- Proposed Motion – Automated Speed Enforcement Program (Councillor P. Banks)
- Proposed Motion – Westport Wastewater (Councillor J. Banks)
- Proposed Motion – Harbour Launching and Parking Pay Meters (Councillor P. Banks)
Economic Development Committee
The Rideau Lakes Economic Development Committee will discuss a draft business list, a verbal update on Lombardy village visioning, a financial update for July 31, 2024, plans for the 2025 EDCO conference, and a tourism growth program operations report.
- Rideau Lakes Draft Business List for Review (September 2024)
- Village Visioning for the Community of Lombardy – verbal update by Marie White
- Economic Development Financial Update (07-31-24)
- EDCO Conference 2025 discussion
- Tourism Growth Program – operations report (ECD-2024-04 TGP)
Regular Council Meeting
Council will hear presentations on a development charges background study and the 2023 audit findings. The body is also considering several by-laws related to vehicle purchases, infrastructure contracts, and zoning amendments.
- By-Law 2024-85: Purchase of Development Services Inspection Vehicle from James Braden Ford
- By-Law 2024-86: Purchase of 2025 Ford F550 Waste Truck from Nexgen Municipal Inc.
- By-Law 2024-88: Agreement with Bircon Canada Ltd. for Portland Dock Replacement
- By-Law 2024-91, 92, and 93: Zoning amendments for 1629 County Road 42, 20 Colborne St., and 201-203 R33
- By-Law 2024-87: Agreement with Cambium Inc. for professional and engineering services for waste sites
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Planning Advisory and Committee of Adjustment
The Planning Advisory and Committee of Adjustment will discuss zoning by-law amendments and Section 45 applications. The body will also consider a community improvement program application and a subdivision agreement amendment.
- Zoning By-Law Amendment ZBA-4-2024 for 201-203 R33
- Zoning By-Law Amendment ZBA-12-2024 for Portland Firehall at 20 Colborne Street
- Section 45 Application A-16-2024 for Newboro Hall at 15 Drummond Street
- Community Improvement Program Application CIP-01-2024 for Stone Manor Studios at 11 New St
- Lloyds Lane Subdivision Agreement Amendment
Delta and Area CEC Meeting
The provided agenda contains only procedural software placeholders and boilerplate text. No specific decisions, discussions, or agenda items are listed.
North Crosby and Area CEC Meeting
The provided agenda contains only procedural software placeholders and boilerplate text. There are no specific decisions, proposals, or discussion items listed for this meeting.
Elgin and Area CEC Meeting
The agenda for the Rideau Lakes, Ontario Elgin and Area CEC meeting on 2024-08-15 contains no listed items. It appears to be an empty or placeholder agenda with no substantive discussions or decisions recorded.
Municipal Heritage Advisory Committee
The Municipal Heritage Advisory Committee will receive verbal updates from the Doors Open Working Group and the Heritage Centre Working Group. Members will discuss the committee’s input on the Rideau Lakes Strategic Plan and on the Gallagher Property Site Plan, as presented by Councillor Paula Banks. No formal decisions are indicated on the agenda.
- Verbal update from Doors Open Working Group – Sabina Barrett
- Verbal update from Heritage Centre Working Group – Dustin Bulloch
- Discussion of MHAC input on Rideau Lakes Strategic Plan – Councillor Paula Banks
- Discussion of MHAC input on Gallagher Property Site Plan – Councillor Paula Banks
Planning Advisory and Committee of Adjustment
The committee is meeting to discuss a zoning by-law amendment, a Section 45 application, and a road closure request. The agenda also includes a manager's report regarding accessibility amendments.
- Zoning By-Law Amendment ZBA-11-2024 for 1629 County Rd 42 (Campbell)
- Section 45 Application A-15-2024 for 6305 Big Rideau (Gibson)
- Road Closure and Encroachment Application RC-3-2024 for 281 Sundance Lane (Healey and Mackey)
- Notice of Public Meeting D14-2024-008 regarding Accessibility Amendments
Municipal Services Committee (PW)
The Municipal Services Committee is meeting to discuss a draft strategic plan and review results from several requests for proposals. The body will also consider updates on roads, environmental services, and various community grants.
- Award of RFP for Portland Harbour Dock Replacement
- RFP results for Waste Truck and Professional and Engineering Services
- RFP for Inspection Vehicle (DS-2024-01)
- Public notice regarding Development Charges Study and By-Law
- Proposed motion to investigate surveillance cameras for municipal properties
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Special Council Meeting
The Township of Rideau Lakes council will hold a closed meeting under Section 239(2) of the Municipal Act to consider a proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land. The agenda also includes standard procedural items such as call to order, roll call, adoption of agenda, declaration of pecuniary interest, a report on the closed session, and adoption of By‑law #2024‑81 governing the special council proceedings.
- Closed meeting: consideration of purchase offers for land (Section 239(2)(c))
- By‑law #2024‑81 governing proceedings of the special council
- Declaration of pecuniary interest
- Public comments (open session)
- Report regarding the closed session
South Elmsley and Area CEC Meeting
The agenda for the South Elmsley and Area CEC meeting on August 8, 2024 contains no listed items. No decisions, proposals, or discussions are detailed in the provided document. The meeting appears to be procedural with no specific agenda items recorded.
Rideau Lakes Lake Association Committee (RLLAC)
The Rideau Lakes Lake Association Committee met on August 8, 2024. The agenda and video recording are available online. No specific decisions or items were listed in the provided text.
- Meeting held on August 8, 2024
- Video recording available online
- Agenda and details accessible via eSCRIBE Software
Regular Council Meeting
The council will review a financing request to purchase the property at 4428 Old Kingston Road. Several by‑laws will be considered, including a road closure on Robinson Road and the appointment of by‑law enforcement officers. Two proposed motions will be discussed: one to investigate surveillance cameras for municipal properties and another on Westport wastewater. A notice of motion on the Lasalle Causeway closure in Kingston will also be presented.
- Funding request for purchase of 4428 Old Kingston Road (FIN‑2024‑18)
- By‑Law 2024‑58 Robinson Road Closure (SE)
- By‑Law 2024‑73 Amend By‑Law 2022‑53 to appoint By‑Law Enforcement Officers
- Proposed motion to investigate purchase of surveillance cameras for municipal properties (Councillor P. Banks)
- Proposed motion on Westport wastewater (Councillor J. Banks)
Special Municipal Services Committee (GG)
The Special Municipal Services Committee will receive the 2024 second‑quarter financial report, discuss the request for proposals (RFP ADM2024-01) for new municipal offices at Chantry, and consider a sanitary repair for the Chantry Office. No other items are on the agenda.
- 2024 Second Quarter financial report (general operating and capital projects)
- RFP ADM2024-01 for new municipal offices at Chantry
- Sanitary repair work for Chantry Office
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Economic Development Committee
The Economic Development Committee will review the Rideau Lakes Draft Business List for August 2024 and receive a verbal update on the Lombardy Village visioning project. New business includes a discussion on the location of municipal offices and a committee roundtable. The committee will also consider nominations for the Bill Thake Memorial Award for Economic Development Leadership.
- Rideau Lakes Draft Business List for Review (August 2024)
- Lombardy Village Visioning verbal update
- Location of municipal offices (discussion)
- Committee roundtable
- Nominations for Bill Thake Memorial Award
Newboro and Area CEC Meeting
The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and software interface text. No specific decisions, discussions, or action items are listed.
Accessibility Advisory Committee
The Accessibility Advisory Committee will handle routine items such as call to order, roll call, and adoption of the agenda and minutes. The main business is a discussion and feedback session on the first draft of the Multi‑Year Accessibility Plan 2024‑2028. The committee will also receive verbal updates on AODA training and on grant opportunities submitted, including the EnAbling Change and Inclusive Community Grant.
- Multi‑Year Accessibility Plan 2024‑2028 – 1st draft for discussion/feedback
- AODA Training update by Clerk Mary Ellen Truelove (verbal) – link: https://www.aoda.ca/free-online-training/
- Grant Opportunities Submitted – EnAbling Change and Inclusive Community Grant (verbal update)
Delta and Area CEC Meeting
The Delta and Area Community Environmental Committee (CEC) has scheduled a meeting for July 31, 2024. The agenda is currently procedural and contains no specific items for decision.
- Meeting scheduled for July 31, 2024
- Meeting type: Delta and Area CEC
- Status: Scheduled
Planning Advisory and Committee of Adjustment
The committee is meeting to discuss several land-use applications, including a Section 45 application and road closure requests. The session includes reviewing public comments and a road conveyance request.
- Section 45 Application A-14-2024 and SP-26-2024 for Courville at Indian Lake Rd
- Road Closure and Encroachment Application RC-2-2024 for Coote at 216 Mother Barnes Road
- Update on road closure RC-6-2022 for Robinson
- Road conveyance request for Wilson at 186 Davis Lock Road
North Crosby and Area CEC Meeting
The North Crosby and Area Community Environmental Committee (CEC) held a meeting on July 18, 2024. The agenda text provided is procedural boilerplate with no specific decisions, proposals, or topics listed.
- Meeting held on July 18, 2024
- North Crosby and Area CEC
- Procedural agenda text provided
Municipal Heritage Advisory Committee
The Municipal Heritage Advisory Committee will review staff reports, discuss heritage property research, and consider verbal updates on the Doors Open and Cemetery Research working groups. The committee will also receive information on the designation of a library branch and the repeal of a by-law.
- Designation of 10 Brock Street (Newboro Branch of the Rideau Lakes Public Library)
- Repeal By-Law Bast-1989-734 Gallagher Property
- Red Brick School - Replacement of Shingles
- Proposed Amendments to the Ontario Heritage Act
- Doors Open Working Group update
South Elmsley and Area CEC Meeting
The provided document contains only procedural boilerplate and software interface text. No specific decisions, proposals, or discussions are recorded in the text.
Planning Advisory and Committee of Adjustment
The committee will review an update to the Tourist Campground Licensing By-Law. The Manager's Report includes a notice for Bellamy Farms Subdivision Phase 3 and information regarding the Westport Subdivision. A report on application A-19-2023 is also scheduled for discussion.
- Tourist Campground Licensing By-Law update
- Bellamy Farms Subdivision Phase 3 public meeting notice
- Westport Subdivision information and maps
- Report on application A-19-2023 (Bastard Concession 9)
Municipal Services Committee (PW)
The Municipal Services Committee will review updates regarding roads, development, and environmental services. The agenda includes the 2025 waste vehicle replacement plan and a monitoring report for the Harts Gravel Closed Landfill. The committee will also consider RFP awards for the Red Brick School House and Gallagher Property.
- 2025 Waste Vehicle Replacement and Fleet Size Increase
- WSP Monitoring Report - Harts Gravel Closed Landfill
- Award of RFP: Red Brick School House
- Award of RFP: Architectural Services for Gallagher Property
- Notice of Motion regarding surveillance cameras for municipal properties
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Regular Council Meeting
The Rideau Lakes Council will review several by-laws regarding local infrastructure and community services. This includes contracts for roof replacement and sidewalk work, as well as a road re-naming. The meeting also features a presentation from the North Leeds U18 Soccer Team.
- Contract with Eliot Roofing Ltd. for Chantry Dome roof replacement
- Sidewalk replacement in Portland by Royal Crown Construction
- Designation of 10 Brock Street as the Newboro Branch of the Public Library
- Amendment to the Open Air Burn By-Law regarding fireworks
- Road re-naming for 118 Little Cedar Bridge Lane
Economic Development Committee
The Economic Development Committee will review a draft business listing for July 2024. The committee will also receive an update regarding the RED Grant application for Portland Harbour rehabilitation and infrastructure upgrades.
- Review of Rideau Lakes Draft Business List (July 2024)
- Update on RED Grant for Portland Harbour Rehabilitation and Infrastructure Upgrades
- Correspondence regarding the Rideau Canal Management Plan
- Approval of June 3, 2024, meeting minutes
Planning Advisory and Committee of Adjustment
The provided text contains only software interface metadata and empty table headers for the June 26, 2024, meeting. No planning or committee of adjustment items are recorded in this document.
Delta and Area CEC Meeting
The provided text contains only procedural software interface elements and boilerplate information. No specific topics, decisions, or discussions are documented in this record.
Municipal Services Committee (GG)
The Municipal Services Committee will discuss updates to the fireworks by-law and emergency services. The agenda also includes equipment purchase requests for public works and several grant applications. A delegation will present a report on the municipal drug strategy.
- Fireworks By-Law Update
- Purchase of a backhoe
- Purchase of a guiderail cutter
- Heritage designation update for 14 Water Street Portland
- Municipal dock issue at 3800 Big Rideau Lake Rd
North Crosby and Area CEC Meeting
The provided text contains only procedural boilerplate and software interface elements. No specific topics, proposals, or decisions are recorded in the document.
Municipal Heritage Advisory Committee
The committee will review a staff report regarding the heritage designation of 14 Water Street in Portland. Members will also receive updates from the Heritage Centre, Doors Open, and Cemetery Research working groups. Additionally, the committee will discuss a letter from the Portland on the Rideau Historical Society.
- Heritage Property Designation Update for 14 Water Street in Portland
- Approval of Heritage Property Research Update
- Updates from the Heritage Centre, Doors Open, and Cemetery Research working groups
- Discussion regarding a boat display letter from Portland on the Rideau Historical Society
Morton and Area CEC Meeting
The provided text consists only of procedural boilerplate and software interface elements. No specific topics, motions, or decisions are documented in this record.
Planning Advisory and Committee of Adjustment
The Planning Advisory and Committee of Adjustment will review Section 45 applications. These include proposals for properties at 733 Indian Lake Rd and 21 Sherriff Lane. The committee will also receive a Manager's Report.
- Section 45 application A-13-2024/SP-19-2024 for 733 Indian Lake Rd
- Business arising regarding application A-11-2024/SP-15-2024 at 21 Sherriff Lane
- Manager's Report including South Frontenac and TLTI notices
Portland and Area CEC Meeting
The provided document contains only procedural software interface elements and boilerplate text. No specific meeting topics, decisions, or discussions are recorded.
Municipal Services Committee (PW)
The Municipal Services Committee will review contract awards for sidewalk replacement on Water Street in Portland and a dome roof replacement. The agenda also includes updates on roads, environmental services, and recreation policies. Additionally, the committee will hear presentations from local community groups.
- Award of RFP for Sidewalk Replacement on Water Street, Portland
- Award of RFP for Public Works Dome Roof Replacement
- Proposal for renaming a private road
- RFP for an inspection vehicle
- Review of Hall Storage Policy and Little Free Library agreement
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Rideau Lakes Lake Association Committee (RLLAC)
The provided document contains only software-related boilerplate and empty placeholders. No specific topics, decisions, or discussions are recorded for this meeting.
Delta and Area CEC Meeting
The provided text contains only procedural boilerplate and software interface elements. No specific topics, motions, or decisions are documented for this Delta and Area CEC Meeting.
Newboro and Area CEC Meeting
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Regular Council Meeting
The Township of Rideable Lakes Council will discuss motions regarding well water testing and updates to the procedural by-law. The agenda also includes several by-laws for zoning, road renaming, and municipal vehicle purchases.
- Contract with Petrie Ford Sales (Kingston) Ltd. for two 1-ton trucks
- Bill of sale for a 2012 International Plow Truck 7600
- Proposed motion regarding well water testing by Councillor Delaney
- By-Law 2024-50 to rename 58 Bays End Lane as 'Mossy Trails Lane'
- Zoning by-laws for Lowe and Mason (ZBA-9-2024) and the Estate of Mary Kenney (ZBA-10-2024)