Scugog, Ontario

Committee of Adjustment

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Council Information Index

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Council Information Index

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Council Information Index

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Council Information Index

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Committee of Adjustment

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Council Information Index

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Council Information Index

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Council Information Index

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Council Meeting

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Council Information Index

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Council Information Index

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Committee of Adjustment

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Council Information Index

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Council Information Index

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Council Information Index

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Council Information Index

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Committee of Adjustment

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Council Information Index

This is the agenda for the Scugog Council Information Index meeting on October 30, 2026. The provided text contains only procedural placeholders and no specific items for discussion or decision. No decisions, proposals, or public hearings are listed.

Council Information Index

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Council Information Index

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Council Information Index

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Inaugural Council Meeting

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Council Information Index

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Council Information Index

The agenda for the Scugog Council meeting on December 4, 2026 contains no listed items. It appears to be a placeholder with only generic sections and no decisions or discussions recorded.

Council Information Index

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• Agenda index for December 11, 2026 meeting
• Meeting details and voting records section
• Procedural agenda items listed by category

Council Meeting

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Council Information Index

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Council Information Index

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Council Information Index

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• Meeting date: July 17, 2026
• Meeting type: Council Information Index
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Special Council Meeting

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Council Information Index

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Council Information Index

This is a Council Information Index, an electronic package of correspondence for information only; no decisions are made at this session. Items include a submission from the Scugog Environmental and Climate Change Advisory Committee on the Reach Street development, a Regional Municipality of Durham motion denouncing Islamophobia, and a public notice for Regional Road 57. Several resolutions from other Ontario municipalities are also included for Council's awareness.

• Scugog Environmental and Climate Change Advisory Committee comments on Reach Street development
• Regional Municipality of Durham motion denouncing Islamophobia
• Public notice for Regional Road 57, Location 4
• Town of Ajax notice of adoption for GO Station Secondary Plan (OPA 99 and Z11-26)
• Resolutions from other municipalities on property tax reassessment, voters lists, Planning Act changes, firefighter certification, and invasive plants

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment is meeting to consider one land division application (LD 03/2025) at 675 View Lake Road. The agenda also includes routine items such as adoption of prior minutes and public comments.

• File LD 03/2025 – A. Edwards & A. Downie, 675 View Lake Rd (staff report attached)

Council Information Index

This is a Council Information Index, an electronic package of correspondence and reports for information, not a meeting. No decisions are being made. Items include a bi-annual report on removal of hold provisions, indexing of municipal development charges, and correspondence from other municipalities and the region.

• Bi-annual report on removal of hold provisions (January to June 2026) from Development Services
• Indexing of municipal development charges from Finance Department
• Durham Region's Strategic Plan (2026-COW-32) correspondence
• Notice of construction on Saintfield Road Bridge, Scugog
• Correspondence regarding Ontario Land Tribunal and municipal planning decisions

Council Meeting

Council will enter closed session to discuss litigation, labour negotiations, and potential land acquisitions. In open session, they will receive the 2025 audited financial statements, consider proposed 2027 fees and charges, and vote on several by-laws including an ADU registration system, heritage designations, and a mini-pumper fire truck tender.

• Closed session: Greenbank litigation update, CUPE contract talks, fire service negotiations, land deals for Blackstock United Church and Old Cartwright High School
• By-law 31-26 to impose 2027 fees and charges for services and municipal property use
• By-law 39-26 to establish a registration system for additional dwelling units
• Heritage designation by-laws for Caesar Cemetery (3490 Highway 7A) and Cartwright Old Town Hall (13940 Old Scugog Road)
• Report FIRE-2026-009: Award of tender for a mini-pumper fire truck

Council Information Index

This is an information-only session where staff will present correspondence to Council. No decisions are made; the package is for informational purposes.

• Correspondence from City of Burlington on Development Charge Reduction Program
• Correspondence from Township of McGarry regarding OPP billing model and Northern Ontario Policing Grant
• Correspondence from Town of Petawawa on sustainable provincial grant funding for fire services
• Correspondence from Ministry of Natural Resources on Aggregate Resource Act policies
• Correspondence from Ministry of Natural Resources on flood hazard technical guidance

Planning and Community Affairs Committee

The Planning and Community Affairs Committee will discuss a draft plan of subdivision and zoning bylaw amendment for 1520, 1540, and 1580 Reach Street, along with a delegation regarding an AGCO wine license. The committee will also review reports on on-farm diversified uses, short-term rental accommodations, and a procurement by-law update.

• Public meeting presentation for Reach Street subdivision, OPA, and ZBLA
• Delegation from Ocala Winery regarding AGCO Wine by the Glass License
• Report on Short Term Rental Accommodations Study
• Procurement By-law Update for Buy Ontario
• Canada Ontario Development Charges Reduction Program Intake

The committee approved a request to support Ocala Winery's application to the AGCO for a wine-by-the-glass endorsement. A public meeting was also held regarding a proposed residential development on Reach Street, though no decisions were made on that application.

• Approved support for Ocala Winery & Orchards' AGCO Wine-by-the-Glass License Application for its tasting room at 971 High Point Road (Carried)

Council Information Index

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• Public notice for watermain cleaning and structural lining in Blackstock
• Region of Durham correspondence regarding Hotel Development Charge Deferral Program
• Region of Durham correspondence regarding Advisory Committee Review
• Correspondence from other municipalities regarding Blue Box regulations and Community Safety Well-Being Plan
• Resolutions from other municipalities regarding heritage designations, firefighter certification, and food insecurity

Council Information Index

The Council Information Index is an electronic package that provides Council and the public with recent correspondence from regional, municipal and provincial bodies. No items are being decided at this meeting; the package is for information only. Items may be added to future agendas if submitted to the Municipal Clerk by the specified deadline. The package includes items such as a motion on the Durham Regional Development Charge Deferral Program, a growth‑management study notice, and several municipal resolutions.

• Durham Regional Development Charge Deferral Program motion (June 3, 2026)
• Growth Management Study Public Information Centre notice (June 18, 2026)
• Clearview Township resolution on Vacant Commercial Storefront Tax (June 2, 2026)
• Bill 119 Protecting Ontario’s Streets and Communities Act notification (June 1, 2026)
• Township of Machar resolution opposing changes to the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (June 3, 2026)

General Purpose and Administration Committee

The General Purpose and Administration Committee will discuss a municipal service agreement extension with the OLG and review several financial reports, including the 2025 operating surplus. The body will also consider a draft bylaw amendment regarding kennel licenses and on-farm diversified uses.

• Extension request for Municipal Service Agreement with OLG (CAO-2026-003)
• Draft Kennel Licence Bylaw Amendment for On-Farm Diversified Uses (FIRE-2026-006)
• Old Simcoe Road Rehabilitation Design from Queen St. to Reach St. (PWR-2026-027)
• Preliminary investigation into the replacement of the ERP System (FIN-2026-016)
• Delegation from Scugog Arts regarding Federal Local Festivals Grant Application support

The committee received a delegation from Scugog Arts and agreed to draft a letter of support for its festival grant application. It transferred $400,000 of the 2025 operating surplus to the Municipal Projects Reserve for ERP software and allocated the remaining $88,000 across several reserve funds. The council waived background‑check requirements for Canada Day vendors, approved the OLG service‑agreement extension, created a capital project for ERP research with a $100,000 reallocation, amended the Kennel By‑law for site‑specific exemptions, and closed several capital projects while uncommitting over $5 million in reserve funds.

• Received Scugog Arts delegation and approved letter of support (Carried)
• Transferred $400,000 surplus to Municipal Projects Reserve for ERP software (Carried)
• Allocated remaining $88,000 surplus to various reserve funds (Carried)
• Waived criminal background check for Canada Day vendors (Carried)
• Authorized Mayor and Clerk to execute OLG Municipal Service Agreement Extension (Carried)
• Created ERP research capital project and reallocated $100,000 to fund it (Carried)
• Approved amendment to Kennel By‑law 86-08 for site‑specific exemptions (Carried)
• Approved closure of listed capital projects and uncommitted $1,118,750.68 and $3,898,250.73 from reserves (Carried)

Council Information Index

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Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will consider two applications by D. and C. Cini for properties at 3263 Chandler Drive. The meeting also includes adoption of previous minutes, disclosures, and public comments. No other substantive items are listed.

• Consideration of LD 04/2026 and LD 05/2026 - D. and C. Cini at 3263 Chandler Drive
• Adoption of minutes from March 24, 2026

Council Meeting

The Scugog Township Council will consider a proposed acquisition or disposition of land involving the Scugog Shores Museum property in a closed‑session discussion. The meeting also includes public presentations on the Blackstock Community Arena 5‑Year Plan and an update from the Durham Regional Police Service Board. Several by‑law items will be considered, including multiple Part Lot Control exemptions and a Site Alteration By‑law. A consent agenda will adopt minutes from previous meetings and review the 2027 budget timeline.

• Presentation: Blackstock Community Arena Development Committee – 5‑Year Plan (item 6.1)
• Presentation: Durham Regional Police Service Board – policing and governance update (item 6.2)
• By‑law: Part Lot Control exemptions for various lots in Plan 40M‑2799 (items 7.4.2‑7.4.8)
• By‑law: Site Alteration and Fill Movement regulation (item 7.4.9)
• Closed‑session discussion: Proposed acquisition/disposition of Scugog Shores Museum property (item 11.2)

Council approved the purchase and installation of a permanent refrigeration plant for the Blackstock Arena. The project will be funded through the Development Charges Reserve Fund, Major Facilities Reserve Fund, and other contributions. Council also created a new reserve fund for donations related to the arena's planning and development.

• Approved purchase and installation of Permanent Refrigeration Plant at Blackstock Arena
• Approved funding up to $980,000 for refrigeration plant from reserve funds and contributions
• Created Blackstock Arena Development Reserve Fund for donated funds
• Passed By-Law 19-26 to dedicate Block 130, Plan 40M-2029 as a public highway
• Passed By-Law 20-26 to exempt certain lands from Part Lot Control
• Approved extension of delegation time by 2 minutes for Lakeridge Citizens for Clean Water

Economic Development Advisory Committee

The Economic Development Advisory Committee will convene to review the Welcome Wagon Impact Report and discuss updates on local businesses, including closures and new openings.

• Welcome Wagon Impact Report presentation
• Howey Kitchen Bath and Interiors store closure
• Artisan Autoworks new business opening
• Vets Around the Corner new business opening

The Economic Development Advisory Committee approved forwarding the Welcome Wagon program details to the next committee for continuation. The committee also discussed the status of a tourism centre at the Old Mill and the creation of a social media campaign to promote local businesses.

• Approved forwarding Welcome Wagon program details to next committee (Carried)
• Discussed tourism centre at Old Mill (Corner unit use not proceeding)
• Discussed creating 'Business Spotlights' social media campaign
• Approved minutes of February 27, 2026 meeting (Carried)
• Approved adjournment of meeting (Carried)

Council Information Index

The Township of Scugog’s Council Information Index (CII) for May 22 2026 is an electronic package of correspondence received by staff for council and public information. The CII is not a meeting and no decisions are being made at this time. It includes letters and resolutions from other municipalities and government agencies on topics such as the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, heritage grants, and the provincial‑municipal fiscal framework. Members of the public may submit comments on any item as a delegation.

• Township of Stone Mills – Letter of Opposition to changes to Ontario’s Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (May 14 2026)
• County of Prince Edward – Resolution on Vacant Commercial Storefront Tax (May 19 2026)
• City of Kitchener – Letter regarding Heritage Helping Housing Building Grant (May 21 2026)
• Municipality of Wawa – Letter opposing proposed changes to the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (May 21 2026)
• Township of Brudenell, Lyndoch and Raglan – Letter supporting Canada Post rate reduction for libraries (May 21 2026)

Council Information Index

This is an information-only session where Council reviews correspondence from other municipalities and the public. No decisions are made.

• Correspondence from Region of Durham
• Correspondence from Durham Municipalities
• Correspondence from Municipality of Bluewater
• Correspondence from Town of Bruce Mines
• Correspondence from Township of Matachewan

Housing Advisory Committee

The Housing Advisory Committee will adopt minutes from a previous meeting and receive a presentation on New Urbanism. The committee will also review an Additional Dwelling Unit brochure and a newsletter on community engagement.

• Adoption of 2026-01-Scugog Housing Advisory Committee Minutes
• Presentation on New Urbanism by Steven Rowe
• Review of Additional Dwelling Unit (ADU) Brochure
• Review of Happy Cities Newsletter on community engagement

Blackstock Recreation Advisory Committee

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Planning and Community Affairs Committee

The Planning and Community Affairs Committee will review a recommendation to update the Site Alteration By-law. The committee will also consider a by-law to dedicate lands as a public highway on Mead Drive.

• Site Alteration By-law Update Recommendation (DEV-2026-011)
• By-law to lift 0.3m reserve to dedicate lands as public highway - Mead Drive (DEV-2026-014)

The Planning and Community Affairs Committee received and endorsed a site alteration by-law update (DEV-2026-011), directing staff to bring the implementing by-law and updated fee structure to Council for adoption. The committee also approved a by-law (DEV-2026-014) to lift a 0.3-metre reserve and dedicate Block 130, Plan 40M-2029 as part of Mead Drive. Both motions were carried without recorded opposition.

• Approved site alteration by-law update (DEV-2026-011), directing implementing by-law and fee structure to Council (carried)
• Approved by-law to lift 0.3m reserve and dedicate lands on Mead Drive as public highway (DEV-2026-014) (carried)

Council Information Index

This is an information package, not a meeting of Council or Committee. It contains correspondence received by staff for Council's and the public's information. Items may be added to future committee agendas upon request.

• City of Pickering resolution on Provincial School Board Governance Consultation Process
• Township of Nipigon resolution on Ontario Community Infrastructure Fund (OCIF)
• Town of Parry Sound resolution supporting Guaranteed Basic Income
• Town of Parry Sound resolution to extend Ontario Community Infrastructure Funds
• Municipality of Wawa request to amend Land Transfer Tax Act

Tourism Advisory Committee

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Environmental and Climate Change Advisory Committee

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• Environmental and Climate Change Advisory Committee meeting
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Heritage Advisory Committee

The Heritage Advisory Committee held its final regular meeting of the current council term, adopting previous minutes and reviewing outstanding matters. Members discussed heritage grants up to $15,000 for two properties (Meta4 Building at 200 Queen Street and Port Perry United Church at 294 Queen Street) and noted budget allocations totaling $115,000 for heritage programs. No further meetings are scheduled unless an urgent matter arises.

• Heritage grant up to $15,000 approved for Meta4 Building at 200 Queen Street
• Port Perry United Church restoration approved but not yet commenced
• Tower clock maintenance assigned to Recreation Department, no timeline confirmed
• Budget reviewed: Heritage Grant Program $30,000, Residential HCD review $30,000, Operating $5,000, CIP funding $50,000 ($30,000 for heritage)
• Discussion on Port Perry Grain Elevator designation by-law update pending

The Scugog Heritage Advisory Committee adopted the April 7, 2026 meeting minutes. No substantive decisions were made; updates were provided on heritage grants, permit reminders, and the Port Perry Grain Elevator restoration. The committee noted that no further regular meetings are scheduled for the current council term, with future meetings only for urgent matters.

• Adopted April 7, 2026 meeting minutes (carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 3:58 p.m. (carried)

General Purpose and Administration Committee

The General Purpose and Administration Committee will hear delegations from Oak Ridges Hospice and Lakeridge Health, and receive the Integrity Commissioner's periodic report. The consent agenda includes several 2025 financial reports and a recommendation to replace the Blackstock Arena refrigeration plant. The committee will also consider updates to the Traffic By-Law schedules.

• Delegation from Oak Ridges Hospice regarding Hike for Hospice event on June 7, 2026
• Presentation from Lakeridge Health on its yearly delegation for 2026
• Blackstock Arena refrigeration plant replacement (PWR-2026-020)
• Updated Traffic By-Law schedule updates and revisions (PWR-2026-021)
• Annual reports on reserve funds, development charges, building permit fees, and parkland reserve

The committee waived park rental fees for a local hospice fundraiser, approved several reserve fund reports, and referred a $980,000 arena equipment replacement to a future council meeting. The committee also received updates on local hospital operations and municipal governance compliance. The approved reserve fund reports track municipal savings and development charges that fund future infrastructure, while the referred arena decision will determine whether the Blackstock Recreation Complex receives a permanent cooling system.

• Waived rental fees for Oak Ridges Hospice's June 7 Hike for Hospice event at Palmer Park and Latcham Centre
• Approved financial reports for reserve funds, including the Parkland and Development Charges Reserve Funds
• Engaged Hemson Consulting to draft a Local Service Policy per Bill 60, funded from the Development Charges Reserve Fund
• Received the 2025 Annual Lease Financing Report and noted the Municipal Office annex will transfer to full municipal ownership in 2029
• Received the 2025 Building Permit Fees Reserve Fund report, noting a balance of approximately $940,000
• Lost motion to approve up to $980,000 for the Blackstock Arena refrigeration plant replacement
• Referred the Blackstock Arena refrigeration plant matter to the May 25, 2026 council meeting
• Received annual presentations from Lakeridge Health and the Township Integrity Commissioner

Council Information Index

This is an information-only session where the Township of Scugog reviews correspondence from the Region of Durham, other municipalities, and provincial/federal bodies. No decisions are made.

• Regional Municipality of Durham correspondence on Bill 100, Bill 9, and water/wastewater amendments
• Regional Municipality of Durham notice of study completion for Port Perry Employment Lands Class EA
• Town of Whitby resolution on sanctions for coercive misuse of office by councillors
• Town of Halton Hills resolution on school bus stop-arm cameras
• Town of Saugeen Shores resolution requesting $10M per year for Halton Hills

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment meeting is scheduled for April 28, 2026. The agenda text is currently procedural boilerplate with no specific items listed.

Council Meeting

The Council will review several reports including a 2026 final tax levy by-law and local roads resurfacing contracts. Discussion items include an aerodrome request for 715 Blue Mountain Road and a modular bridge replacement on Scugog Line 2.

• 2026 Final Tax Levy By-law
• Aerodrome Request - 715 Blue Mountain Road
• Modular Bridge Replacement and Associated Works, Scugog Line 2
• Local Roads Resurfacing 2026 Contract Award
• Zoning By-Law Amendment - Temporary Use - 1401 Scugog Line 6

Council awarded the Local Roads Resurfacing 2026 contract to Road Surface Recycling Limited for $892,597.91, funded by the Ontario Community Infrastructure Fund and Road Levy Reserve. It also passed the 2026 Final Tax Levy By-law (17-26) and a zoning by-law amendment for temporary use at 1401 Scugog Line 6. Several minutes and reports were adopted, including a presentation from the Port Perry BIA on their 2026 budget.

• Awarded Local Roads Resurfacing 2026 contract to Road Surface Recycling Limited for $892,597.91 (carried)
• Passed By-law 17-26, 2026 Final Tax Levy By-law (carried)
• Passed By-law 16-26, Zoning By-law Amendment Temporary Use at 1401 Scugog Line 6 (carried)
• Adopted Council meeting minutes of March 23, 2026 (carried)
• Adopted General Purpose and Administrative Committee minutes of April 13, 2026 (carried)
• Adopted Heritage Advisory Committee minutes of April 7, 2026 (carried)
• Adopted Port Perry BIA meeting minutes of March 11 and April 8, 2026 (carried)
• Received reports on election, aerodrome consultation, and modular bridge replacement (carried)

Council Information Index

This Council Information Index is an information package, not a meeting. It includes correspondence received by staff for council and public information. Items include resolutions from other municipalities on topics such as high-speed rail, bail notification, and farmland protection.

• Township of Otonabee-South Monaghan resolution opposing ALTO High Speed Rail
• Town of Fort Frances resolution on accessible roadside rest areas washrooms
• Township of Madawaska Valley resolution on Protect our Food Act, 2025
• Township of Ramara resolution declaring intimate partner violence an epidemic
• Ministry of the Environment proposed amendments to Environmental Assessment Act

Planning and Community Affairs Committee

The Planning and Community Affairs Committee will hear public meeting presentations on three zoning by‑law amendments: a temporary‑use amendment for 1401 Scugog Line 6, a draft subdivision and zoning amendment for 1370 King Street, and a zoning amendment for 5 Crestview Avenue. Staff will present the related recommendation reports (DEV‑2026‑007, DEV‑2026‑008, DEV‑2026‑009) and the 2025 Development Activity Report (DEV‑2026‑003). The committee will discuss these items and consider any recommendations before making decisions at a later date.

• Public meeting presentation on temporary‑use zoning amendment (Z‑2025‑02) for 1401 Scugog Line 6 – see DEV‑2026‑007
• Public meeting presentation on draft plan of subdivision and zoning amendment (S‑S‑2021‑01 & Z‑2021‑01) for 1370 King Street – see DEV‑2026‑008
• Public meeting presentation on zoning amendment (Z/01/2026) for 5 Crestview Avenue – see DEV‑2026‑009
• Presentation of Planning and Building 2025 Development Activity Report – DEV‑2026‑003
• Delegations from the public (item 6)

The committee approved a three-year temporary zoning amendment allowing Big Brothers Big Sisters to continue hosting the Winding Roads Country Festival at 1401 Scugog Line 6, an event that has raised approximately $50,000 annually for local initiatives. The committee also directed staff to prepare recommendation reports for Township Council on two separate zoning and subdivision proposals in Manchester and Blackstock after reviewing public and agency comments. No final decisions were made on those two applications, which involve residential lot creation and commercial zoning changes.

• Approved 3-year temporary use zoning amendment for Winding Roads Country Festival at 1401 Scugog Line 6
• Authorized Mayor and CAO to execute a Memorandum of Understanding with Big Brothers Big Sisters of North Durham
• Directed staff to prepare a Council recommendation report for a 6-lot subdivision and HR1 rezoning at 1370 King Street, Manchester
• Directed staff to prepare a Council recommendation report for a C1 commercial rezoning and lot severance at 5 Crestview Avenue, Blackstock

Council Information Index

The Council Information Index is an electronic package that provides correspondence received by staff for the information of council and the public. It is not a meeting and contains no decisions or votes. Council members may submit items for future agendas by notifying the municipal clerk before the deadline.

• Township of North Dumfries – Resolution from the Architectural Conservancy of Ontario (ACO) proposal (April 14, 2026).
• Town of Plympton‑Wyoming – Support letters for Swim to Survive, Ontario Regulation 391‑21, and Sustainable Police Services Funding (April 17, 2026).
• Municipality of Shuniah – Resolution to extend the Ontario Community Infrastructure Fund (OCIF) (April 15, 2026).
• Region of Waterloo – Motion regarding the Community Safety and Well‑Being Plan (April 13, 2026).
• Municipal Engineers Association – Letters on harmonizing municipal road construction standards and comments to the Ontario Regulatory Registry (April 10, 2026).

General Purpose and Administration Committee

The committee will decide on the 2026 final tax levy, which sets property tax rates for the year. It will also consider a tiered response agreement with Region of Durham Paramedic Services and renew several memorandums of understanding, including with the Scugog Float Flyers and Blackstock Arena committee. Delegations address sign permits and aerial spraying.

• 2026 Final Tax Levy (FIN-2026-006) – sets property tax rates for the year
• Tiered Response Agreement with Region of Durham Paramedic Services (FIRE-2026-004)
• Memorandum of Understanding renewal with Scugog Float Flyers (PWR-2026-016)
• Memorandum of Understanding with Blackstock Arena Planning and Development Committee (PWR-2026-017)
• Rural Cycling Tourism Wayfinding and Signage Project MOU (PWR-2026-018)

Council approved sign permits for KOR Construction after a delegation, subject to payment and compliance with the Sign By-law. The committee also authorized a revised Tiered Response Agreement with Durham Region Paramedic Services, a cost-neutral change that adjusts Scugog Fire's dispatch level. The 2026 Final Tax Levy was adopted, directing staff to prepare final tax bills. Several memoranda of understanding were renewed or authorized, including with the Scugog Float Flyers and for a rural cycling wayfinding project.

• Approved sign permits for KOR Construction at 20450 Simcoe St and 24 Medd Rd, subject to payment and by-law compliance (carried)
• Authorized Mayor and Clerk to execute revised Tiered Response Agreement with Durham Paramedic Services (carried)
• Adopted 2026 Final Tax Levy and directed preparation of final tax bills (carried)
• Renewed Memorandum of Understanding with Scugog Float Flyers Club for use of municipal property (carried)
• Delegated authority to Director of Public Works to sign Rural Cycling Tourism Wayfinding MOU (carried)
• Received report on Memorandum of Understanding with Blackstock Arena Planning and Development Committee (carried)

Economic Development Advisory Committee

The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and software interface text. No specific decisions, proposals, or discussion items are listed.

Council Information Index

The Council Information Index (CII) for the Township of Scugog on April 10 2026 is an electronic information package, not a council meeting. It contains correspondence received from the Region of Durham, other municipalities, and provincial/federal agencies for the council’s and public’s information. Members of the public may submit comments as a delegation, but no items are being voted on or resolved at this time.

• Town of Ajax – Notice of Statutory Public Open House for the Ajax GO Station Secondary Plan (April 28 2026)
• City of Pickering – Resolution calling for reform and publication of the Ontario Sex Offender Registry (April 8 2026)
• Township of Brudenell, Lyndoch and Raglan – Letter of support for enhanced school‑bus safety and stop‑arm cameras (April 7 2026)
• City of Mississauga – Resolution 0060‑2026 on locally elected school board trustees (April 2 2026)
• AMO – Policy update on regional governance changes and OEB natural‑gas franchise consultations (April 2 2026)

Heritage Advisory Committee

The agenda for the Scugog Heritage Advisory Committee meeting on April 7, 2026 contains no listed items. The document appears to be a placeholder with only generic interface elements and no substantive agenda entries. No decisions, discussions, or public hearings are indicated.

The Heritage Advisory Committee approved a $15,000 grant to Port Perry United Church for window restoration and painting of heritage features. The motion was moved by Guy Latreille and carried. The committee also adopted the March 10, 2026 meeting minutes. No other motions were voted on; remaining items were discussed or referred for further work.

• Approved $15,000 grant to Port Perry United Church (Carried)
• Adopted March 10, 2026 Heritage Advisory Committee minutes (Carried)

Council Information Index

The Township of Scugog posted a Council Information Index (CII) on April 3, 2026, which is an electronic package for information only and not a meeting. It contains correspondence from other municipalities, regional bodies, and provincial agencies, each with attached documents. Council members may submit items for future agendas by notifying the municipal clerk by the specified deadline. The public may comment on CII items as a delegation.

• Town of Georgina – Resolution on mitigation of Water Soldier in Lake Simcoe (March 27, 2026)
• Town of Goderich – Resolution supporting Ontario Heritage Organization development grant advocacy (March 27, 2026)
• Town of Mattawa – Resolution on Ontario Veterinary College enrollment capacity (March 30, 2026)
• Township of North Stormont – Resolution regarding Ontario Community Infrastructure Fund (March 30, 2026)
• Ministry of Ontario Seniors and Accessibility – 2026 Ontario Senior of the Year (March 20, 2026)

Tourism Advisory Committee

The provided agenda contains only procedural software boilerplate and no specific discussion items or decisions. No business was listed for this meeting.

Council Information Index

The Township of Scugog Council Information Index provides an electronic package of correspondence received by staff for the council and public. No decisions are made at this time; items may be submitted for future agenda consideration if the clerk is notified by the specified deadline. The package includes letters and resolutions from the Region of Durham, other municipalities, and provincial/federal agencies.

• Region of Durham – Resolution Approval of 2026‑2030 Meeting Schedule and first Regional Council meeting (Mar 25 2026)
• Region of Durham – Request for comprehensive review of the Provincial‑Municipal Fiscal Framework (Mar 25 2026)
• Region of Durham – Smart Mobility Durham 2025 Annual Report and 2026 Workplan (Mar 25 2026)
• Municipality of Chatham‑Kent – Motion declaring a Food Insecurity Emergency (Mar 23 2026)
• Township of Greater Madawaska – Resolution #59‑26 Ontario Community Infrastructure Fund extension and review (Mar 23 2026)

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will meet to consider two specific property applications. The body will also vote on the adoption of minutes from the February 24, 2026 meeting.

• Application A/04/2026: W & P Binks at 600 Alma Street
• Application A/05/2026: M & D. Newbold at 447 Lakeshore Drive

Community Grants Committee

The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and software interface text. There are no specific decisions, discussions, or grant applications listed for this meeting.

Council Meeting

The Township of Scugog Council will meet to discuss local road triage in Port Perry and review several new by-laws. The session includes a presentation on the Uxbridge/Scugog Animal Shelter and a closed session regarding lease extensions for Theatre on the Ridge.

• Zoning By-law Amendment Z-08-2025 for 10651 Old Scugog Road
• By-law 09-26 regarding private swimming pool enclosures
• By-law 10-26 amending park use and fishing regulations
• By-law 11-26 for a lease agreement with Blackstock Agricultural Society
• Report PWR-2026-014 on triaging local roads in Port Perry Urban Area

The council adopted four by‑laws covering private swimming pools, park regulation, a lease with Blackstock Agricultural Society, and a zoning amendment. It approved the use of uncommitted Roads Levy Reserve Funds to rehabilitate about three kilometres of local roads in Port Perry and directed staff to tender the work. The Economic Development Advisory Committee 2026 work plan and the Heritage Advisory Committee recommendations, including a grant for 200 Queen Street and a heritage designation, were also endorsed.

• Adopted By‑Law 09‑26 regulating private swimming pools (Carried)
• Adopted By‑Law 10‑26 amending park regulation by‑law (Carried)
• Adopted By‑Law 11‑26 authorizing lease with Blackstock Agricultural Society (Carried)
• Adopted By‑Law 12‑26 amending Zoning By‑law 14‑14 (Carried)
• Approved allocation of Roads Levy Reserve Funds for ~3 km road rehab in Port Perry (Carried)
• Directed staff to tender and award the road construction contract (Carried)
• Endorsed Economic Development Advisory Committee 2026 work plan (Carried)
• Endorsed Heritage Advisory Committee recommendations, including grant for 200 Queen Street and heritage designation of Cartwright Old Town Hall (Carried)

Council Information Index

The Council Information Index (CII) for the Township of Scugog on March 20 2026 is an electronic information package, not a meeting of Council or a Committee. It contains correspondence received by staff for the information of Council and the public. Items include a 2025 Annual Report from the Region of Durham (dated March 18 2026) and several resolutions and support letters from other municipalities such as Bluewater, Black River‑Matheson, Deep River, Fort Frances, Northumberland County, Oro‑Medonte, Prince Edward County, Puslinch, Strathroy‑Caradoc, and Wellesley. No items are scheduled for discussion or decision at this time.

• Region of Durham – 2025 Annual Report (March 18 2026) attached as DocdForDurham - Annual Report 2025 (f).pdf
• Municipality of Bluewater – Resolution supporting Avon Maitland District School Board (March 19 2026)
• Township of Black River‑Matheson – Resolution 2026‑81 Prioritization of Safety on HWY 11 & 17 (March 19 2026)
• Town of Deep River – Pilot Project Off‑Road Motorcycle access on municipal roads (March 19 2026) with two attachments
• Town of Fort Frances – Resolution supporting Mayoral Authority and Municipal Police Budget Sustainability (March 16 2026)

Scugog Accessibility, Diversity, Inclusion, Equity Advisory Committee

The Scugog Accessibility, Diversity, Inclusion, Equity Advisory Committee agenda for March 19, 2026 does not list any specific items for discussion or decision. It only includes generic headings and placeholders without details. Consequently, no concrete actions, proposals, or votes are documented for this meeting.

Council Information Index

This document is an electronic information package and not a meeting of Council or Committee. It contains correspondence received by staff for the information of Council and the public.

• Town of Whitby request for review of Provincial-Municipal Fiscal Framework
• Support for Bill 21, Protect our Food Act, 2025 from multiple municipalities
• Support for Ontario Community Infrastructure Fund from Town of The Blue Mountains
• City of Ottawa proposal regarding Restricting Consumption of Illegal Substances Act
• Township of Otonabee-South Monaghan resolution on school bus stop-arm camera systems

Housing Advisory Committee

The Housing Advisory Committee agenda contains no listed items. Only placeholders and procedural sections appear in the document.

Heritage Advisory Committee

The Scugog Heritage Advisory Committee will adopt the minutes from the February 19 meeting and hear several presentations. It will review a heritage grant application for exterior foundation waterproofing at 200 Queen St (Meta4 Gallery) and consider permit matters for Caesar Cemetery and Cartwright Old Town Hall. The committee will also discuss the upcoming 1st Annual Scugog Heritage Fair scheduled for April 11, 2026.

• Heritage grant application for exterior foundation waterproofing at 200 Queen St (Meta4 Gallery)
• Heritage permit review for Caesar Cemetery
• Heritage permit review for Cartwright Old Town Hall
• Presentation by Eva & James Mueller regarding 230 Queen St
• Planning of the 1st Annual Scugog Heritage Fair on April 11, 2026

The Heritage Advisory Committee approved a $15,000 grant for exterior foundation waterproofing at 200 Queen Street (Meta4 Gallery). It recommended that Council approve a Notice of Intent to designate Cartwright Old Town Hall (13940 Old Scugog Road) under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act. The committee confirmed participation in the 1st annual Scugog Heritage Fair on April 11, 2026. It also recommended that Council authorize maintenance for four historic clocks, including the Town Hall 1873 clock.

• Approved $15,000 heritage grant for exterior foundation waterproofing at 200 Queen St. (Meta4 Gallery) – Carried
• Recommended Council approve Notice of Intent to designate Cartwright Old Town Hall – Carried
• Confirmed Committee participation in the 1st annual Scugog Heritage Fair – Carried
• Recommended Council authorize staff to schedule maintenance for historic clocks – Carried
• Recommended Council consider a line‑item for annual maintenance of the Town Hall 1873 clock – Carried
• Recommended Council review and update Seasonal Patio Standards policy – Carried

Planning and Community Affairs Committee

The Planning and Community Affairs Committee will hold a public meeting regarding a zoning by-law amendment for a property on Old Scugog Road. The committee will also consider an implementation plan for the development application process review.

• Public meeting and recommendation report for Zoning By-law Amendment (Z/08/2025) at 10651 Old Scugog Road
• Development Application Process Review Implementation Plan (DEV-2026-004)

The committee approved the Zoning By‑law Amendment (Z/08/2025) to rezone a surplus farm dwelling lot and the retained farm parcel at 10651 Old Scugog Road. It also approved the Development Application Process Review Implementation Plan, converting two vacant positions into a Planning Assistant and a Development Engineering Coordinator. Staff were directed to enact the by‑law amendment and implement the plan. The meeting was adjourned at 7:01 p.m.

• Approved Zoning By‑law Amendment (Z/08/2025) for 10651 Old Scugog Road
• Directed staff to bring forward the amending by‑law for enactment
• Approved Development Application Process Review Implementation Plan
• Approved conversion of two vacant positions to Planning Assistant and Development Engineering Coordinator

Special Council Meeting

The Township of Scugog is holding a special council meeting to discuss fairgrounds community outreach. The session includes a delegation regarding "Your Voice, Your Fairgrounds" discussions and a report from the Director of Communications and Strategic Projects.

• Delegation from Don Farquharson and Larry Corrigan regarding "Your Voice, Your Fairgrounds" discussions
• Review of CSP-2026-002 - Fairgrounds Community Outreach Interim Report
• Consideration of Confirming By-Law - 08-26 (BYLAWS-2026-008)

The council received a delegation from Entente Education Canada for information. It also received correspondence from the Port Perry Agricultural Society president and several fairgrounds outreach presentations for information. The staff steering committee, along with consultants, was directed to begin Round 2 of the fairgrounds public consultation in spring 2026. By‑Law 08‑26 confirming the special meeting proceedings was read and passed.

• Delegation from Don Farquharson and Larry Corrigan received for information (carried)
• Correspondence from Paul Puckrin received for information (carried)
• Presentation on fairgrounds community outreach interim report received for information (carried)
• Report CSP‑2026‑002 received for information (carried)
• Staff Steering Committee, Darwin Pivot and J.L. Richards to proceed with Round 2 of fairgrounds public consultation (carried)
• By‑Law 08‑26 confirming special meeting proceedings read and passed (carried)
• Meeting adjourned (carried)

Council Information Index

The Township of Scugog posted a Council Information Index, which is an electronic package of correspondence for information only and not a meeting. It includes letters and resolutions from neighboring municipalities and regional bodies. Council members may request items be added to a future agenda by notifying the municipal clerk. The public may comment on items as a delegation.

• Township of Brudenell, Lyndoch and Raglan – Letter of Support for OMERS Governance Changes and Bill 68
• Township of Brudenell, Lyndoch and Raglan – Letter of Support for Collaborative Action on Sustainable Waste Management
• Municipality of Markstay‑Warren – Resolution on Highway 11/17 Improvements
• Township of McNab/Braeside – Motion for Ontario Heritage Organization Development Grant Advocacy
• Township of North Glengarry – Resolution for Ontario Community Infrastructure Fund

Tourism Advisory Committee

The Tourism Advisory Committee is meeting to review reports and establish its operational goals for the year. The session includes updates on film tourism and a report from the Scugog Shores Museum.

• 2026 Tourism Advisory Committee Work Plan
• Scugog Shores Museum Curator Report by Helen Lister
• Central Counties Tourism Symposium - Film Tourism Panel update by Christy Stone-Curry
• Review of upcoming tourism events

The committee adopted the minutes from the January 8, 2026 meeting. It approved a $4,000 budget for media productions and other tourism initiatives identified in the Visitor Growth Plan and the Scugog Business Plan. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved adoption of the January 8, 2026 meeting minutes (Carried)
• Approved $4,000 Tourism Advisory Committee budget for media productions and tourism initiatives (Carried)
• Adjourned the meeting (Carried)

Environmental and Climate Change Advisory Committee

The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and software interface text. No specific discussion items or decisions are listed.

General Purpose and Administration Committee

The General Purpose and Administration Committee will consider a consent agenda that includes several policy updates, bylaw amendments, and contract awards, notably the River Street Rehabilitation contract and the land use agreement for the Port Perry Lakefront Farmer's Market. The committee will also hear a presentation on the Fire Master Plan and delegations concerning the Lishman Memorial Project and the Port Perry Lakefront Farmers Market land use. Additional items include reports on council remuneration, asset management, and upcoming community events.

• Contract Award for River Street Rehabilitation (PWR-2026-010)
• Land Use Agreement for Port Perry Lakefront Farmer's Market (PWR-2026-011)
• Updated Pool Enclosure Bylaw (FIRE-2026-002)
• Parks Bylaw Fishing Amendment (FIRE-2026-001)
• Presentation on Fire Master Plan (FIRE-2026-003)

The committee approved the $104,950 contract for River Street Rehabilitation and authorized up to $113,500 from the Canada Community‑Building Fund for related design work. It also approved a flat hydro fee of $400 per season for the Port Perry Lakefront Farmers’ Market and waived $4,330 in rental fees for the 2026 Dragon Boat Festival. Several reports and bylaws were received for information and will be forwarded for future council consideration.

• Approved River Street Rehabilitation contract for $104,950 (Carried)
• Authorized up to $113,500 additional design funding from Canada Community‑Building Fund (Carried)
• Approved flat hydro fee of $400 per season for Port Perry Lakefront Farmers’ Market (Carried)
• Waived $4,330 rental fees for 2026 Dragon Boat Festival (Carried)
• Received Lishman Memorial Project delegation (Carried)
• Received and directed staff to bring forward Updated Pool Enclosure By‑law for council consideration (Carried)
• Endorsed Fire Master Plan and directed posting on township website (Carried)
• Advanced Brunon Avenue Rehabilitation project from 2027 to 2026 (Carried)

Economic Development Advisory Committee

The Economic Development Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss its 2026 work plan and the Scugog Business Program. The session includes an update from the Welcome Wagon Subcommittee and the introduction of new member David McCallum.

• 2026 Economic Development Advisory Committee Work Plan
• Scugog Business Program discussion
• Welcome Wagon Subcommittee update
• Business closure: Port Perry Medical Supplies - 462 Paxton Street
• Business relocation: Eternal Beauty Bar - 158 Casimer St., Unit 205

The Economic Development Advisory Committee approved its 2026 work plan, confirming a $2,500 budget. It directed the North Durham Chamber of Commerce to draft a budget and cost‑for‑service agreement for the Welcome Wagon program for the May 2026 meeting. The committee recorded the closure of Port Perry Medical Supplies and the relocation of Eternal Beauty Bar. It also agreed to circulate the Fairgrounds Visioning Exercise report for committee feedback.

• Approved 2026 Economic Development work plan (Carried)
• Directed North Durham Chamber to draft Welcome Wagon budget and cost‑for‑service agreement (Carried)
• Closed Port Perry Medical Supplies at 462 Paxton Street (Carried)
• Moved Eternal Beauty Bar to 158 Casimer St., Unit 205 (Carried)
• Created On‑farm Accommodation working group with Matthew Somerville and Penny Waller (Carried)
• Created Visitor Centre working group (Carried)
• Ordered circulation of Fairgrounds Visioning Exercise report for feedback (Carried)
• Adopted minutes of the January 9, 2026 meeting (Carried)

Council Information Index

The Council Information Index (CII) is an electronic package that provides Council and the public with correspondence received by staff; it is not a meeting and contains no decisions. Items include a memo about the Scugog Community Recreation Centre Parking Lot Reconstruction Phase 1, a survey of the Centennial Park Master Plan, letters of support for OMERS Bill 68 from several townships, and various municipal resolutions such as school‑bus safety and Swim to Survive. The CII invites public comments on these items but does not select any for immediate action.

• Memo: Scugog Community Recreation Centre Parking Lot Reconstruction Phase 1 (Feb 25 2026)
• Survey: Centennial Park Master Plan (Feb 23 2026)
• Letters of Support: OMERS Bill 68 from Townships of Casey, Harley, Hudson (Feb 24 2026)
• Resolution: School Bus Safety and Stop‑Arm Camera Systems (Feb 23 2026)
• Resolution: Swim to Survive (Feb 26 2026)

Blackstock Recreation Advisory Committee

The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. The committee will meet to adopt minutes from November 27, 2025, and discuss general business, reports, and new matters.

• Adoption of November 27, 2025 meeting minutes

Committee of Adjustment

The Scugog Committee of Adjustment will consider three land‑development applications (LD/01/2026, LD/02/2026, LD/03/2026) submitted by J. Malcolm for the property at 16201 Marsh Hill Road. The meeting also includes adoption of the January 27, 2026 minutes and routine business items. No decisions are recorded in the agenda.

• Adoption of minutes from the January 27, 2026 Committee of Adjustment meeting
• Business arising from the minutes
• Announcements
• Review of applications LD/01/2026, LD/02/2026, LD/03/2026 – 16201 Marsh Hill Rd, submitted by J. Malcolm

Council Meeting

The Scugog Township Council will review a lease renewal request from the Blackstock Agricultural Society and a proposed repeal by‑law that would exempt Block 197, Plan 40M‑2250, from Part Lot Control. The meeting also includes a presentation on the Durham Agricultural Advisory Committee, adoption of previous minutes, appointments to the Compliance Audit Committee, and an update to the Scugog Tourism Visitor Growth Plan.

• Presentation from Region of Durham – Durham Agricultural Advisory Committee (DAAC)
• Adoption of minutes from the January 26, 2026 council meeting and several committee meetings
• Compliance Audit Committee member appointments for 2026‑2030 (CORP‑2026‑002)
• Repeal By‑law 04‑26 to exempt Block 197, Plan 40M‑2250 from Part Lot Control
• Closed‑session item CONF‑2026‑006 – Blackstock Agricultural Society lease renewal

Council approved the minutes from the January 26, 2026 meeting and other committee minutes. It appointed three members and an alternate to the Compliance Audit Committee for 2026‑2030 and approved the appointment of Madalyn Calzavara to the Scugog Memorial Public Library Board. The council also endorsed the Scugog Tourism Visitor Growth Plan, directed staff to lead its implementation, repealed By‑law 04‑26 via By‑law 06‑26, and authorized execution of a lease for the Blackstock Agricultural Society.

• Adopted minutes of the Jan 26, 2026 Council meeting (consent agenda) – Carried
• Appointed Heather Allison, Danielle Knight, Mario Longo as members and Richard Haydon as alternate to the Compliance Audit Committee (2026‑2030) – Carried
• Endorsed the Scugog Tourism Visitor Growth Plan and directed staff to implement it – Carried
• Repealed By‑law 04‑26 (Block 197) by passing By‑law 06‑26 – Carried
• Authorized Mayor and Clerk to sign By‑law 06‑26 – Carried
• Approved appointment of Madalyn Calzavara to the Scugog Memorial Public Library Board – Carried
• Authorized execution of the lease for Blackstock Agricultural Society at 3416 & 3440 Church Street – Carried
• Passed confirming By‑law 07‑26 for the regular meeting minutes – Carried

Council Information Index

The Council Information Index (CII) is an electronic information package, not a meeting. It contains correspondence received by staff from other municipalities, regional and provincial bodies for the council’s and public’s information. Members of the public may speak on any CII item as a delegation. Items may be added to future agendas if submitted to the municipal clerk by the specified deadline.

• Town of Ajax – Resolution Awareness, Prevention, and Support Initiatives Addressing Missing and Vulnerable Youth (Feb 19 2026)
• Town of Bracebridge – Resolution Elect Respect (Feb 17 2026)
• Township of Edwardsburgh/Cardinal – Resolution Ontario Community Infrastructure Fund (Feb 18 2026)
• Township of Joly – Resolution Nation Building Improvements to Highways 11/17 (Feb 19 2026)
• Township of Joly – Resolution Supporting Opposition to Consolidate Conservation Authorities (Feb 19 2026)

Heritage Advisory Committee

The Scugog Heritage Advisory Committee will meet on February 19, 2026 to review heritage grant and permit matters, provide updates on Cartwright High School and the Port Perry grain elevator, and present the 2026 committee budget overview. The agenda also includes adoption of minutes, public comments, and new business.

• Heritage Grant Matters
• Heritage Permit Matters
• Cartwright High School Update
• 2026 Committee Budget Overview
• Port Perry Grain Elevator Update

The Heritage Advisory Committee adopted the minutes of its November 4, 2025 and January 13, 2026 meetings. It set the next meeting for March 10, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. and adjourned the session. Follow‑up tasks were assigned to review the Heritage Conservation District permitting process and fire‑service enforcement procedures.

• Adopt minutes of 2025‑11‑04 meeting (carried)
• Adopt minutes of 2026‑01‑13 meeting (carried)
• Schedule next meeting for March 10, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. (decided)
• Adjourn meeting (carried)
• Director Craven to review HCD permitting process and report back (task assigned)
• Fire Chief Matthews to review HCD enforcement procedures and report back (task assigned)

Council Information Index

This is not a meeting; it is an information package for council. The agenda lists correspondence from the Region of Durham, other Ontario municipalities, and provincial/federal agencies for informational purposes only.

• Town of Whitby correspondence on removing GST/HST from new homes
• County of Prince Edward resolution supporting Bill 21, Protect Our Food Act
• Municipality of Magnetawan resolution regarding Bell Fibre
• Township of Nipigon resolution on proposed changes to Conservation Authority governance
• Town of Parry Sound resolution on municipal support for school bus safety cameras

Planning and Community Affairs Committee

The Planning and Community Affairs Committee is scheduled to meet on February 9, 2026. The agenda is currently empty, indicating no specific items have been set for discussion.

Council Information Index

The Township of Scugog posted a Council Information Index, which is an electronic package of correspondence for council and public information and not a meeting. It includes letters and motions from other municipalities and government agencies on topics such as steel and lumber support, police funding, and school‑bus safety. Members of the public may comment on any item, and items can be added to a future agenda if submitted by the deadline.

• Letter of support for steel and lumber sectors – Township of Brudenell, Lyndoch and Raglan
• Letter of support for reform and publication of the Ontario Sex Offender Registry – Township of Brudenell, Lyndoch and Raglan
• Letter of support for justice and protection of Canada's children – Township of Brudenell, Lyndoch and Raglan
• Motion supporting sustainable funding for police services – Municipality of Central Manitoulin
• Resolution opposing closure of LifeLabs laboratory in Sudbury – Municipality of Markstay‑Warren

Tourism Advisory Committee

The agenda for the Scugog Tourism Advisory Committee meeting on February 5, 2026 contains no listed items. No decisions, proposals, or discussions are documented in the agenda.

General Purpose and Administration Committee

The General Purpose and Administration Committee will hear a presentation from R.V.A Associates on the design and construction of the Water Street Sanitary Sewage Pumping Station. It will also review reports on taxes receivable, a land transfer request on Reach Street across the Fairgrounds frontage, and a design award for Blackstock Recreation Complex repairs. A delegation regarding the Branching Out Florists – Poppy Project will be considered, and the consent agenda items will be adopted.

• Presentation: Water Street Sanitary Sewage Pumping Station (SSPS) design and construction (R.V.A Associates)
• Report FIN-2026-003 – Status of taxes receivable and upcoming tax sales
• Report PWR-2026-002 – Region of Durham land transfer request on Reach Street across the Fairgrounds frontage
• Report PWR-2026-007 – Blackstock Recreation Complex truss repairs and roof replacement design award
• Delegation from Sharon Runnalls – Branching Out Florists – Poppy Project Initiative

The committee approved the award of design assignment P2025-19 to Sense Engineering (GTA) Inc. for the Blackstock Recreation Complex truss repairs and roof replacement at a cost of $25,800. The council also asked Durham Region to present on the Reach Street widening project before the summer recess. Delegation from Sharon Runnalls regarding the Poppy Project was received. Presentations on the Water Street sanitary sewage pumping station and the 2025 Uxbridge‑Scugog animal shelter report were also received.

• Awarded design assignment P2025-19 to Sense Engineering (GTA) Inc. for $25,800
• Requested Durham Region to present on Reach Street widening before summer recess
• Received Sharon Runnalls delegation on Poppy Project (carried)
• Received Water Street SSPS design and construction presentation (carried)
• Received 2025 Uxbridge‑Scugog animal shelter report (carried)
• Received FIN-2026-003 tax receivable and upcoming tax sales report (carried)
• Received PWR-2026-007 Blackstock Recreation Complex design award report (carried)
• Received PWR-2026-002 Region of Durham land transfer request report (carried)

Council Information Index

This document is an electronic information package and not a meeting of Council or Committee. It contains correspondence received by staff for the information of Council and the public.

• Regional Municipality of Durham 2026 Business Plans and Budgets By-laws
• By-laws to set and levy 2026 taxation rates for Regional General, Police, Transit, and Solid Waste purposes
• 2025 Annual Reports and 2026 Workplans for Durham Active Transportation, Environment and Climate, and Agricultural Advisory Committees
• Town of Fort Frances resolution regarding an Ontario Airport Capital Assistance Program
• Northumberland County resolution supporting the Ontario Community Infrastructure Fund

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will consider three land‑use applications submitted by J. Thompson, T. Sangiuliano and Grainboys Holdings. The properties are located at 19834 Highway 7 & 12, 466 Fralicks Beach Rd and 4 Easy Street. The committee will review the staff reports for each application before making any recommendations.

• Application A/01/2026 – J. Thompson, 19834 Highway 7 & 12
• Application A/02/2026 – T. Sangiuliano, 466 Fralicks Beach Rd
• Application A/03/2026 – Grainboys Holdings, 4 Easy Street

Council Meeting

The council will hold a closed session to discuss several confidential litigation and property matters. In the open session, members will hear a presentation on the Currie Grain Elevator Restoration Project. They will also consider a series of by‑law motions covering site‑plan control, planning fee changes, municipal service assumptions, and a part‑lot control exemption. Finally, the consent agenda items, including minutes and reports, will be adopted.

• Presentation on Currie Grain Elevator Restoration Project (CAO-2026-002)
• By‑law to designate a Site Plan Control Area (BYLAWS-2026-001)
• By‑law to amend Planning Fees for on‑farm diversified uses (BYLAWS-2026-002)
• By‑law to assume municipal services and certain streets as public highways (BYLAWS-2026-003)
• By‑law to exempt Block 197, Plan 40M-2250 from Part Lot Control (BYLAWS-2026-004)

The council approved the interior renovation (and minor exterior work) of the Port Perry Grain Elevator and endorsed the draft Memorandum of Understanding with PPGE Renovation & Revitalization Inc. By‑law 01‑26 designating a Site Plan Control Area, By‑law 02‑26 amending planning fees, and By‑law 03‑26 assuming municipal services for certain streets were also passed. The council appointed David McCallum to the Economic Development Advisory Committee for the remainder of the 2022‑2026 term. Authority was delegated to the CAO and senior directors to finalize the MOU and the Mayor and Clerk were authorized to execute it.

• Approved interior renovation of Port Perry Grain Elevator (and minor exterior works)
• Approved in principle the draft Memorandum of Understanding with PPGE Renovation & Revitalization Inc.
• Delegated authority to CAO and senior directors to finalize and approve the MOU
• Authorized Mayor and Clerk to execute the final MOU
• Adopted By‑Law 01‑26 designating a Site Plan Control Area
• Adopted By‑Law 02‑26 amending Planning Fees By‑law for on‑farm diversified uses
• Adopted By‑Law 03‑26 assuming municipal services and certain streets as public highways
• Appointed David McCallum to the Economic Development Advisory Committee for the remainder of the term

Council Information Index

This document is an electronic information package of correspondence for Council and the public. It is not a meeting, and no decisions are being made.

• Town of Georgina comments on consolidation of Regional Conservation Authorities
• Municipality of North Grenville support for school bus stop-arm camera systems
• Township of Southgate resolution regarding OMERS Bill 68
• Town of Wasaga Beach resolution on sentencing, parole, and the Ontario Sex Offender Registry

Council Information Index

The Township of Scugog Council Information Index is an electronic package, not a meeting, that shares correspondence received by staff. It includes letters from the Township of Scugog, Region of Durham, Durham Municipalities, other municipalities, and provincial/federal agencies. Members of the public may speak on any item as a delegation, and items can be added to future agendas if submitted by the deadline.

• Town of Aylmer – support for the City of Welland's Call to Action for Justice and Protection of Canada's Children
• Credit Valley Conservation – response to proposed changes to the Clean Water Act, 2006 and related legislation
• Township of Larder Lake – support for the City of Peterborough's Elect Respect Pledge
• United Countries of Leeds and Grenville – support for Resolution Bill 9, Municipal Accountability Act 2025
• Municipality of North Perth – support for removal of HST and GST from new homes

Scugog Accessibility, Diversity, Inclusion, Equity Advisory Committee

The Scugog Accessibility, Diversity, Inclusion, Equity Advisory Committee agenda for Jan 15, 2026 contains no detailed agenda items, descriptions, or attachments. It appears to be a procedural placeholder without specific decisions or discussions listed.

Heritage Advisory Committee

The agenda for the Scugog Heritage Advisory Committee meeting on Jan 13 2026 contains no listed items. It appears to be a procedural placeholder without substantive discussions, decisions, or proposals.

The committee elected Allan Honey as Chair and Marina Brock as Vice‑Chair for 2026, with both motions moved by Dan Stone and carried. The committee asked that formal quotes be added to the Port Perry United Church heritage grant application and resubmitted for consideration. A motion to adjourn the meeting was moved by Dan Stone and carried.

• Allan Honey elected Chair (motion moved by Dan Stone, carried)
• Marina Brock elected Vice‑Chair (motion moved by Dan Stone, carried)
• Committee requested formal quotes for United Church heritage grant and resubmission
• Meeting adjourned (motion moved by Dan Stone, carried)

General Purpose and Administration Committee

The General Purpose and Administration Committee will hear a presentation on the Development Application Process Review and then consider the final recommendation report on that review. It will also receive reports on an OMERS pension and Bill 68 change, the 2026 Sports Hall of Fame induction ceremony, and municipal representation on the Trent Conservation Coalition Source Protection Committee. These items are presented for discussion and possible approval as part of the consent agenda.

• Presentation: Development Application Process Review (item 6.1)
• Report: Development Application Process Review – Final Recommendation Report (item 7.1.1)
• Report: OMERS Pension and Bill 68 (item 7.1.2)
• Report: 2026 Sports Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony (item 7.1.3)
• Report: Municipal Representation on the Trent Conservation Coalition Source Protection Committee (item 7.2.1)

The committee received the Development Application Process Review report for information. It adopted a resolution opposing the changes proposed in Bill 68 to the OMERS pension plan. Several pieces of correspondence and a sports hall of fame report were also received for information. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Received Development Application Process Review Report (CAO-2026-001) for information – Carried
• Included John Lucyk correspondence in the minutes – Carried
• Received Mike Coll correspondence for information – Carried
• Adopted resolution opposing Bill 68 changes to OMERS pension – Carried
• Received 2026 Sports Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony report for information – Carried
• Received Municipal Representation on Trent Conservation Coalition correspondence for information – Carried
• Removed all items from the consent agenda for discussion – Carried
• Adjourned the meeting – Carried

Economic Development Advisory Committee

The Economic Development Advisory Committee will hear presentations, including preliminary discussions with Durham Transit and an update from the Welcome Wagon Subcommittee. It will provide an update on the Scugog Business Program and the ROD grant application. The committee will also elect a Chair and Vice‑Chair/Treasurer and adopt minutes from the November 7, 2025 meeting.

• Preliminary Discussions with Durham Transit (presentation)
• Welcome Wagon Subcommittee Update
• Scugog Business Program – ROD Grant Application Update
• Election of Chair and Vice‑Chair/Treasurer positions
• Adoption of Minutes from the November 7, 2025 meeting

The committee appointed Mike Cascone as Chair and Matthew Somerville as Vice Chair/Treasurer for 2026. It approved the November 5, 2025 meeting minutes and tabled the Welcome Wagon Subcommittee update. The group set the next meeting date and agreed to meet separately on the Port Perry Fairgrounds visioning exercise, requesting a facilitated session with the consultant.

• Appointed Mike Cascone as Chair of the Economic Development Advisory Committee for 2026 (Carried)
• Appointed Matthew Somerville as Vice Chair/Treasurer of the Economic Development Advisory Committee (Carried)
• Approved minutes of the November 5, 2025 Economic Development Advisory Committee meeting (Carried)
• Tabled the Welcome Wagon Subcommittee update for discussion at the next meeting (Carried)
• Set the next committee meeting for Friday, February 29, 2026 at 9 a.m. (Carried)
• Decided to meet separately on the Port Perry Fairgrounds visioning exercise and provide written input (Carried)
• Requested staff to arrange a facilitated session with the Fairgrounds consultant (Carried)

Council Information Index

This is an informational session where the Corporation of the Township of Scugog distributes electronic correspondence to Council and the public. No decisions or votes are scheduled.

• Township of Scugog correspondence on environmental registry posting
• Regional Municipality of Durham correspondence on municipal tax ratio by-law
• Correspondence on proposed consolidation of Ontario's conservation authorities
• City of Peterborough resolution request for sustainable police funding
• Correspondence on removing HST/GST from new homes for housing affordability

Tourism Advisory Committee

The Tourism Advisory Committee will meet to elect a Chair and Vice Chair and adopt previous minutes. The meeting includes a report on the Township of Scugog Visitor Growth Plan presented by Lori Bowers.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Report on Township of Scugog Visitor Growth Plan
• Review of upcoming tourism events

The committee elected Ross Martins‑Lomas as Chair and Carey Nicholson as Vice‑Chair/Treasurer, with both positions acclaimed. Members approved the minutes from the November 6, 2025 Tourism Advisory Committee meeting. A motion to adjourn the meeting was carried.

• Ross Martins‑Lomas elected Chair (acclaimed)
• Carey Nicholson elected Vice Chair/Treasurer (acclaimed)
• Approved November 6, 2025 meeting minutes (carried)
• Adjourned meeting (carried)

Housing Advisory Committee

The Housing Advisory Committee is meeting to conduct its annual election for the Chairperson and Vice Chair. The committee will also review minutes from November 2025 and discuss business arising from a previous presentation.

• Election of 2026 Chair and Vice Chair
• Adoption of November 13, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discussion on Sunnybrae Golf Club presentation from November 13, 2025

Environmental and Climate Change Advisory Committee

The agenda for the Scugog Environmental and Climate Change Advisory Committee meeting on Jan 7, 2026 contains no listed items. It appears to be a placeholder with no substantive agenda content.

The committee re‑elected Chair Keiko Lui, Vice‑Chair James Kamstra and Treasurer Steven Ardron by acclamation for the remaining three meetings of 2026. The minutes from the November 12, 2025 meeting were adopted. The committee endorsed the Year 3 Japanese Knotweed mitigation project along Williams Creek. The 2026 budget was approved at $1,500, with an additional $2,500 from the tree‑compensation account, and $2.51 remains from the 2025 budget.

• Chairperson Keiko Lui acclaimed (carried)
• Vice‑Chairperson James Kamstra acclaimed (carried)
• Treasurer Steven Ardron acclaimed (carried)
• Adopted minutes of November 12, 2025 meeting (carried)
• Endorsed Year 3 Japanese Knotweed mitigation project (carried)
• Approved 2026 budget $1,500 (carried)
• Allocated additional $2,500 from tree‑compensation account (carried)
• Scheduled Japanese Knotweed webinar for Jan 14 (carried)