South Glengarry public meetings in 2025
41 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Cornwall Regional Airport Commission
The Cornwall Regional Airport Commission will meet to consider approving the 2025 and 2026 budgets and renewing agreements for 2026. They will also receive an airport manager's report and review fuel sales. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and discussion of any business arising.
- 2025 and 2026 Budget Approvals
- Agreement Renewals for 2026
- Airport Manager Report with Fuel Sales Spreadsheet
- Approval of Minutes from April 30, 2025
- Correspondence: None
Council Meeting
The South Glengarry Council will discuss several new by-laws regarding site plan control, grading and drainage, and the appointment of the 2026 Committee of Adjustment. The meeting includes a review of a subdivision draft plan and a request for a road extension on Concession 10.
- Riverview North Subdivision Draft Plan Approval
- Concession 10 Road Extension Request
- Site Plan Control By-law and Grading and Drainage By-law
- Final reading of Peanut Line Speed Limits by-law
- Proposal to discontinue courtesy winter snow clearing for private laneways
The council approved an agreement to extend Concession 10 road past the west property line and authorized the General Manager of Infrastructure Services to sign the documents. It also approved the draft plan for the Riverview North Subdivision and adopted several by‑laws covering the Committee of Adjustment, site‑plan control, grading and drainage, a community‑group agreement, and Peanut Line trail speed limits. Additionally, the council directed continued courtesy snow clearing for a private laneway at 20788 South Service Road for the 2025/2026 winter season. All listed resolutions were carried.
- Approved Concession 10 road extension agreement (Resolution 2025‑320)
- Approved draft plan approval for Riverview North Subdivision (Resolution 2025‑321)
- Adopted By‑law 2025‑69 to appoint Committee of Adjustment for 2026
- Adopted By‑law 2025‑70 to designate Site Plan Control Area
- Adopted By‑law 2025‑71 to control grading and drainage on small lots
- Adopted By‑law 2025‑72 agreement with Martintown and District Good Timers
- Adopted By‑law 2025‑55 final reading of Peanut Line speed limits
- Directed continuation of courtesy winter snow clearing for 20788 South Service Road (Resolution 2025‑327)
Special Meeting
The Township of South Glengarry will hold a special meeting to review the 2026 draft budget and approve a confirming by-law for the December 5, 2025 meeting.
- 2026 Draft Budget Presentation
- Confirming By-law 2025-68
- Delegations and Presentations
- Declaration of Pecuniary Interest
- Approval of Agenda
The council opened the special meeting, approved the agenda, and confirmed By‑law 2025‑68. After presentations of departmental budgets, council approved the 2026 draft budget as amended in principle, with a formal adoption to follow. The meeting was adjourned at 4:33 p.m.
- Opened special council meeting (Resolution 2025‑313) – carried
- Approved agenda (Resolution 2025‑314) – carried
- Confirmed By‑law 2025‑68 (Resolution 2025‑315) – carried
- Approved 2026 draft budget as amended in principle – carried
- Adjourned meeting (Resolution 2025‑316) – carried
Environment Committee
The agenda for the South Glengarry Environment Committee meeting on November 25, 2025, contains only procedural boilerplate and no specific items for discussion or decision. No reports, motions, or public hearings are listed.
Council Meeting
The South Glengarry Council will approve the agenda and minutes from the November 10 meeting, receive presentations on heritage designation and the 2023 auditor's report, and review accessibility updates. It will consider several resolutions, including support for the Ontario Community Infrastructure Fund and the Ontario Airport Capital Assistance Program. Additional consent agenda items address snowmobile trail permits, conservation authority matters, and curbside recycling partnerships.
- Resolution - Ontario Community Infrastructure Fund (Councillor Jaworski)
- Resolution - Ontario Airport Capital Assistance Program (Deputy Mayor Lang)
- Resolution - Ontario Snowmobile Trail Permits (Municipality of South Dundas)
- Resolution - Conservation Authorities (SDG Counties)
- Resolution - Curbside Recycling - Non Profits (Township of Selwyn)
The council adopted the 2026‑2030 Multi‑Year Accessibility Plan and accepted the 2025 Accessibility Annual Status Update. It also received the 2023 audited financial statements, approved the consent agenda items, and passed support resolutions for the Ontario Community Infrastructure Fund and the Ontario Airport Capital Assistance Program. The council confirmed By‑law 2025‑67, directed administration to act on closed‑session matters, and adjourned the meeting.
- Adopted 2026‑2030 Multi‑Year Accessibility Plan (carried)
- Accepted 2025 Accessibility Annual Status Update report (carried)
- Received and accepted 2023 audited financial statements (carried)
- Approved all items on the Consent Agenda (carried)
- Supported resolution urging extension of Ontario Community Infrastructure Fund (carried)
- Supported resolution urging implementation of Ontario Airport Capital Assistance Program (carried)
- Confirmed By‑law 2025‑67 (carried)
- Adjourned the council meeting at 8:54 pm (carried)
Committee of Adjustment
The South Glengarry Committee of Adjustment will meet to discuss new business and reports. The primary item for consideration is a public meeting notice regarding application A-13-2025 for Sabourin.
- Public meeting notice for A-13-2025 - Sabourin
Council Meeting
The council will decide on replacing the dehumidifier at the Char-Lan Recreation Centre, consider a fee waiver request from the Glendaler's Winter Sports Club, and vote on a by-law to convey a road widening at 20415 Old Montreal Road. A presentation on SDG OPP year-to-date statistics will be given, and bridge assessments for St Raphael’s and Sutherland Creek bridges will be reviewed. The meeting also includes a closed session to discuss land disposition and negotiations.
- Char-Lan Recreation Centre dehumidifier replacement (staff report by S. Harbers)
- Fee waiver request from Glendaler's Winter Sports Club
- By-law to convey road widening at 20415 Old Montreal Road
- SDG OPP year-to-date review presentation
- Bridge assessments for St Raphael’s Bridge and Sutherland Creek Bridge
The Township Council approved a $66,523 contract to install a dehumidifier at the Char‑Lan Recreation Centre and waived a $130 rental fee for Glendaler’s Winter Sports Club. It passed By‑law 2025‑65 to accept land as a road allowance and adopted By‑law 2025‑66 to ratify prior resolutions. The Council also supported the creation of a St. Lawrence Energy Task Force and held a closed session on land disposition and negotiation instructions.
- Approved $66,523 dehumidifier contract for Char‑Lan Recreation Centre (Resolution 2025‑289)
- Approved $130 rental fee waiver for Glendaler’s Winter Sports Club (Resolution 2025‑290)
- Passed By‑law 2025‑65 to accept land as road allowance (Resolution 2025‑291)
- Supported creation of St. Lawrence Energy Task Force (Resolution 2025‑293)
- Adopted consent agenda items including letters and resolutions (Resolution 2025‑292)
- Approved By‑law 2025‑66 to ratify matters dealt with by resolutions (Resolution 2025‑297)
- Convened closed session to discuss land disposition and negotiation instructions (Resolution 2025‑294)
- Directed administration to implement actions from closed‑session minutes (Resolution 2025‑296)
Council Meeting
The South Glengarry Council meeting on October 27, 2025 will review the Acceptance of the Water Financial Plan for 2025‑2034 and approve the 2026 Council meeting schedule. It will also consider the third and final reading of the 2026 Comprehensive Fee By‑law, appoint a Livestock Valuer and a Deputy Treasurer, and discuss a Specialized Rescue Agreement with Ottawa Fire Services. Additional items include a proposed sale of the property at 20382 Church Street.
- Acceptance of Water Financial Plan – 2025‑2034
- Approval of 2026 Council Meeting Schedule
- Appointment of Livestock Valuer
- Third and Final Reading of 2026 Comprehensive Fee By‑law
- Specialized Rescue Agreement – Ottawa Fire Services
The council passed By-law 2025-63 authorizing the sale of the property at 20382 Church Street to John Gieger. The mayor and clerk were authorized to sign the necessary documents. The council also endorsed the Water Financial Plan for 2025‑2034 and approved the 2026 council meeting schedule.
- Approved sale of 20382 Church Street to John Gieger (By-law 2025-63) – CARRIED
- Endorsed Water Financial Plan 2025‑2034 and directed submission to MECP (Resolution 2025-274) – CARRIED
- Approved 2026 Council Meeting schedule (Resolution 2025-275) – CARRIED
- Appointed Livestock Valuer (By-law 2025-60) – CARRIED
- Appointed Deputy Treasurer and updated signing authority (By-law 2025-61) – CARRIED
- Adopted Comprehensive Fee By-law (By-law 2025-54) – CARRIED
- Entered Specialized Rescue Agreement with City of Ottawa (By-law 2025-62) – CARRIED
- Supported Parry Sound Mega School resolution (Resolution 2025-282) – CARRIED
Council Meeting
The council will consider awarding the RFP (SDG-2025-01) for a voting system to be used in the 2026 elections. It will also vote on authorizing alternative voting methods for that election and on a reallocation of funds for the Char‑Lan Recreation Centre. Additional items include a purchase of wheeled excavator attachments and updates to several by‑laws.
- Award RFP SDG-2025-01 – Voting System for 2026 Elections
- Authorization of Alternative Voting Methods – 2026 Election
- Reallocation of Funds – Char‑Lan Recreation Centre
- Purchase of Wheeled Excavator Attachments
- Updated Comprehensive Fee By‑law
The council approved the award of RFP SDG-2025-01 to Voatz Canada Ltd. for a telephone and internet voting system for the 2026 municipal election. It also approved the purchase of wheeled excavator attachments for $117,750 from the Roads Equipment reserve. The council reallocated capital maintenance funds to replace the water softener system at the Char‑Lan Recreation Centre. Several by‑laws were passed, including alternative voting methods for the 2026 election and a new comprehensive fee by‑law.
- Awarded RFP SDG-2025-01 for voting system to Voatz Canada Ltd. – CARRIED
- Approved purchase of wheeled excavator attachments for $117,750 – CARRIED
- Reallocated capital maintenance funds to replace Char‑Lan Recreation Centre water softener – CARRIED
- Passed By‑law 2025-53 to authorize alternative voting methods for 2026 election – CARRIED
- Passed By‑law 2025-54 to establish comprehensive fees – CARRIED
- Passed By‑law 2025-55 (first reading) for Peanut Line speed limits – CARRIED
- Passed By‑law 2025-56 to lease Lancaster Fire Station space to Cornwall SDG Paramedic Services – CARRIED
- Supported Municipality of Tweed resolution on incineration and recycling, and sent it to the Premier and MPP – CARRIED
Committee of the Whole
The South Glengarry Committee of the Whole will hold a meeting on October 7, 2025. Members will receive presentations on the Classification and Entrance Policy, Road Operations, and Asset Management. No formal decisions or votes are listed on the agenda.
- Presentation: Classification and Entrance Policy (S. McDonald and J. Haley)
- Presentation: Road Operations (S. McDonald and J. Levac)
- Presentation: Asset Management (S. McDonald and K. McIntosh)
The Committee of the Whole opened at 4:08 p.m. after a resolution was carried. The agenda was approved, and the meeting was adjourned at 6:46 p.m. Council also gave direction to tender mowing services for 2026, keep in‑house snow removal for Martintown, consider adding a night route, and update the road asset‑management plan for future adoption.
- Opened meeting (Resolution 2025-248) – Carried
- Approved agenda (Resolution 2025-249) – Carried
- Adjourned meeting (Resolution 2025-250) – Carried
Environment Committee
The meeting agenda contains no listed items and appears to be a procedural placeholder. No decisions, proposals, or discussions are detailed in the provided agenda.
Council Meeting
The South Glengarry Council will vote on several by‑laws, such as the Seasonal Sidewalk Closure By‑law, the Rate of Speed By‑law, and the Road Classification Policy. Action requests include a snow‑clearing contract for Zone 6 (2025‑2028), a fleet disposition adjustment, and a support request to the MTO for a Fraser Road underpass detour. Presentations on the water financial plan and the Cornwall and Region Animal Centre are also on the agenda.
- Seasonal Sidewalk Closure By‑law – third and final reading
- Rate of Speed By‑law – third and final reading
- Road Classification Policy – first and second reading
- Award RFQ 2025‑02 – Facility Snow Clearing (2025‑2028) for Zone 6
- MTO Support Request – Fraser Road Underpass detour
The council approved the amended agenda and adopted the September 8 meeting minutes. It directed staff to consult on a heritage conservation district for South Lancaster and awarded the Zone 6 snow‑clearing contract to Len’s Backhoe & Snow Service. The council also supported the Ministry of Transportation’s plan to close Fraser Road during construction and to lower its speed limit to 60 km/h, and it passed several by‑laws covering seasonal sidewalk closures, speed limits, a winter‑maintenance agreement, and a drinking‑water advisory policy.
- Approved agenda amendment (Resolution 2025-230) – carried
- Directed heritage committee consultation for South Lancaster (Resolution 2025-232) – carried
- Awarded Zone 6 snow‑clearing contract to Len’s Backhoe & Snow Service (Resolution 2025-233) – carried
- Supported MTO Fraser Road closure and speed reduction to 60 km/h (Resolution 2025-235) – carried
- Passed Seasonal Sidewalk Closure By‑law 2025-45 (Resolution 2025-236) – carried
- Passed Rate of Speed By‑law 2025-46 (Resolution 2025-237) – carried
- Approved SDG Winter Maintenance Agreement By‑law 2025-50 (Resolution 2025-239) – carried
- Adopted Drinking Water Advisory Notification Policy By‑law 2025-51 (Resolution 2025-240) – carried
Council Meeting
The South Glengarry Council meeting will discuss several action items, including a proposal to declare the property at 20382 Church Street as surplus. They will also review the award of a snow‑clearing contract for 2025‑2028 and the 2026 solid waste management service levels. Additional items include two by‑law readings on winter sidewalk closures and speed limits, and a development agreement for the Laporte project.
- Declaration of surplus property – 20382 Church Street
- Award of RFQ 2025-02 for facility snow clearing (2025‑2028)
- Solid Waste Management – 2026 Level of Service proposal
- Annual Winter Sidewalk Closures By‑law (first and second reading)
- Consolidated Speed Limit By‑law (first and second reading)
The council declared 20382 Church Street surplus property. It awarded the 2025‑2028 facility snow‑clearing contract to Lauzon Trucking for Zones 1 and 4 and to Jack Pine Limited for Zones 2, 3 and 5. The 2026 solid‑waste service levels were approved. By‑laws for winter sidewalk closures, speed limits, and a development agreement with Claude Laporte on Fernwood Drive were read, passed and signed.
- Declared 20382 Church Street surplus property (Resolution 2025‑218)
- Awarded Facility Snow Clearing 2025‑2028 contract to Lauzon Trucking (Zones 1 & 4) and Jack Pine Limited (Zones 2‑5) (Resolution 2025‑219)
- Approved 2026 Solid Waste Management service levels (Resolution 2025‑220)
- Read and passed By‑law 2025‑45 for annual winter sidewalk closures (Resolution 2025‑221)
- Read and passed By‑law 2025‑46 for consolidated speed limits (Resolution 2025‑222)
- Approved Development Agreement with Claude Laporte for Fernwood Drive (By‑law 2025‑47, Resolution 2025‑223)
- Accepted items on the Consent Agenda (Resolution 2025‑224)
- Constituted Closed Session to discuss performance evaluation (Resolution 2025‑225)
Council Meeting
The South Glengarry Council will vote on two by‑law items: final approval of the Lumley Vacant Land Condominium Agreement and the dedication of Beaupre Road as a public highway. It will also consider award contracts for engineering services on the CLRC project and for stone‑dust supply, and a support application for the Growing Canada’s Community Canopies Initiative. Additional agenda items include a river‑institute remediation update and routine consent agenda items.
- By‑law approval: Lumley Vacant Land Condominium Agreement (final approval)
- By‑law approval: Dedication of Public Highway – Beaupre Road
- Award RFP 2025-14 – Engineering and Construction Administrative Services for CLRC Project
- Award RFQ 2025-01 – Supply and Delivery of Stone Dust
- Support application for the Federation of Canadian Municipalities’ Growing Canada’s Community Canopies Initiative
The council approved a $112,998 engineering contract for the Char‑Lan Recreation Centre and a stone‑dust supply contract with Cornwall Gravel Company. It passed by‑laws to create the Lumley Vacant Land Condominium and to dedicate part of Beaupre Road as a public highway. The council also endorsed the Growing Canada’s Community Canopies tree‑planting initiative and accepted the consent agenda items.
- Approved support for Growing Canada’s Community Canopies initiative (Resolution 2025-204) – carried
- Awarded Engineering and Construction Administrative Services contract to EVB Engineering for $112,998 + HST (Resolution 2025-205) – carried
- Awarded supply of stone dust to Cornwall Gravel Company Ltd. at $14.65 per tonne for 1,000 tonnes (Resolution 2025-206) – carried
- Passed By‑law 2025‑41 to enter Condominium Agreement for Lumley Vacant Land Condominium (Resolution 2025-207) – carried
- Passed By‑law 2025‑42 to dedicate part of Beaupre Road as a public highway (Resolution 2025-208) – carried
- Accepted items on the Consent Agenda (Resolution 2025-209) – carried
- Confirmed By‑law 2025‑43 to adopt and ratify matters dealt with by resolution (Resolution 2025-213) – carried
- Convene closed session to discuss potential land disposition (Resolution 2025-210) – carried
Special Meeting
The council will open the meeting, approve the agenda, and declare any pecuniary interests. A closed‑session will be held to discuss negotiations as required by Section 239(2)(k) of the Municipal Act. The council will also confirm By‑law 2025‑37, which authorizes the special meeting, before adjourning.
- Closed session to discuss negotiations under Municipal Act Section 239(2)(k)
- Confirm By‑law 2025‑37 – authorizing the special meeting
- Call to order
- Approval of agenda
- Declaration of pecuniary interest
Committee of Adjustment
The South Glengarry Committee of Adjustment will hold a public meeting on July 28, 2025 to consider application A-12-2025 by Campeau O'Shaughnessy. The meeting is scheduled from 6:15 PM to 6:30 PM at Tartan Hall in Williamstown. No other business is listed beyond procedural items and approval of previous minutes.
- Public hearing for minor variance or consent application A-12-2025 (Campeau O'Shaughnessy)
Council Meeting
The South Glengarry Council meeting will review two zoning by-law amendment applications – one from 2272234 Ontario Inc. and another from Impala Developments Inc. It will also consider the Administrative Monetary Penalty Systems By-law and an action request on the Unopened Road Allowance Inventory. Presentations on Koala Place victim services and the South Lancaster rezoning application are scheduled, followed by routine consent agenda items and a resolution supporting Blue Box producers.
- Zoning By-law Amendment – 2272234 Ontario Inc.
- Zoning By-law Amendment – Impala Developments Inc.
- Administrative Monetary Penalty Systems By-law
- Action Request – Unopened Road Allowance Inventory (J. Fawthrop)
- Presentation – South Lancaster Rezoning Application (Maurice Gatien)
The council adopted two zoning by‑law amendments, including one that rezones 20378 Old Montreal Rd to permit an eight‑unit apartment building with reduced setbacks. It directed staff to engage the Agricultural Resource Committee on unopened road allowances and passed an Administrative Monetary Penalty Systems by‑law. The council also supported a provincial amendment to the Blue Box recycling program and confirmed several routine by‑laws and agenda items.
- Approved Zoning By‑law Amendment 2025‑39 for 20378 Old Montreal Rd (8‑unit building) – unanimous Yes vote
- Approved Zoning By‑law Amendment 2025‑38 for 21127 Concession 5 Rd/County Rd 18 – approved
- Directed Administration to engage Agricultural Resource Committee on unopened road allowances – approved
- Approved Administrative Monetary Penalty Systems By‑law 2025‑30 – approved
- Supported Tweed’s Blue Box resolution and requested provincial amendment – approved
- Confirmed By‑law 2025‑40 to ratify matters dealt with by resolution – approved
- Accepted items on the Consent Agenda – approved
- Closed session convened to discuss negotiation plans – approved
Committee of Adjustment
The South Glengarry Committee of Adjustment will meet on July 14, 2025, to review two applications requiring public notice: Shaver-Kudell Manufacturing Inc. and Sesbrano. The meeting is scheduled for 6:00 p.m. at Tartan Hall in Williamstown.
- Public meeting for A-10-2025: Shaver-Kudell Manufacturing Inc.
- Public meeting for A-11-2025: Sesbrano
- Approval of previous minutes from June 23, 2025
- Next meeting scheduled for July 28, 2025
The Committee of Adjustment approved the minor variance application for Shaver‑Kudell Manufacturing Inc. to build a 6,300‑sq‑ft workshop with reduced parking and deferred fencing. It also approved the minor variance for Franklin General Contracting Inc. to reduce front and rear yard setbacks for a deck and addition. Both decisions are subject to a 20‑day appeal period.
- Approved agenda for the July 14, 2025 meeting (carried)
- Approved minutes of the June 23, 2025 meeting (carried)
- Approved Minor Variance A-10-2025 for Shaver‑Kudell Manufacturing Inc. (carried)
- Approved Minor Variance A-11-2025 for Franklin General Contracting Inc. (carried)
Council Meeting
The Council will hold a public meeting regarding a zoning by-law for 2272234 Ontario Inc. and consider a zoning amendment for Laporte. The meeting also includes presentations on the Fraser Road Underpass replacement and the South Lancaster Heritage District.
- Public meeting for ZBLW-07-2025 (2272234 Ontario Inc.)
- Laporte Zoning By-law Amendment (ZBLW-05-2025)
- Award of RFP 2025-12 for the supply and delivery of one ton gas truck
- Appointment of Deputy Fire Chief Bill Chafe
- 2025-2026 Insurance Renewal
The council adopted the Laporte Zoning By‑law Amendment, changing the zoning of a lot on Fernwood Drive to allow a single detached dwelling with reduced setbacks. It also approved a $94,979 gas‑truck procurement, insurance renewal for 2025‑2026, and support for the 2025 Williamstown Fair. The Cairn Island historic‑site report was accepted, a Deputy Fire Chief was appointed, and the council entered a closed session to discuss municipal property matters.
- Approved Laporte Zoning By‑law Amendment (ZBLW-05-2025) – CARRIED
- Awarded RFP 2025-12 for one‑ton gas truck to Miller Hughes Ford Sales Limited – CARRIED
- Approved requests supporting the 2025 Williamstown Fair – CARRIED
- Accepted the Cairn Island National Historic Site consultation report – CARRIED
- Authorized insurance renewal with Intact Public Entities Inc. and CFC Underwriting for $273,853 plus taxes – CARRIED
- Appointed a Deputy Fire Chief – CARRIED
- Accepted all items on the Consent Agenda – CARRIED
- Convene closed session to discuss municipal property interests – CARRIED
Committee of Adjustment
The South Glengarry Committee of Adjustment will hold a brief meeting with a single substantive item: a public meeting on file A-09-2025 (Fontaine). The rest of the agenda is procedural, including approval of previous minutes and setting the next meeting date.
- A-09-2025 Fontaine – Notice of Public Meeting (public hearing on an application)
Council Meeting
This regular meeting includes public hearings on two zoning by-law amendments (Laporte and Impala Developments), third and final reading of a Solid Waste Management By-law, and adoption of an Administrative Monetary Penalty System by-law. Council will also appoint municipal auditors for 2023-2025, accept the stormwater management pond for Place St. Laurent Phase 3, and award the Third Line Bridge Rehabilitation contract. Several items are routine or consent, such as an asset management update and letters of support.
- Public hearings for zoning amendments ZBLW-05-25 (Laporte) and ZBLW-06-25 (Impala Developments Inc.)
- Third and final reading of Solid Waste Management By-law (2025-28)
- Adoption of Administrative Monetary Penalty System By-law (2025-30) with fine schedules
- Award of RFP 2025-10 for Third Line Bridge Rehabilitation
- Appointment of municipal auditors for fiscal years 2023-2025
The council appointed MNP LLP as municipal auditors for 2023‑2025. It gave final acceptance to the Place St. Laurent Phase 3 works and released remaining security. It awarded the Third Line Bridge Rehabilitation contract to Clearwater Structures Inc. for $636,592.90 (excluding HST). It also passed the Solid Waste Management By‑law and approved several zoning amendments.
- Appointed MNP LLP as municipal auditors for 2023‑2025 (Resolution 2025-153) – CARRIED
- Approved final acceptance of Place St. Laurent Phase 3 and release of security (Resolution 2025-154) – CARRIED
- Awarded Third Line Bridge Rehabilitation contract to Clearwater Structures Inc. for $636,592.90 (Resolution 2025-155) – CARRIED
- Passed Solid Waste Management By‑law 2025‑28 (Resolution 2025-156) – CARRIED
- Approved Administrative Monetary Penalty System By‑law 2025‑30 (Resolution 2025-157) – CARRIED
- Approved Zoning By‑law Amendment 03‑25 to rezone lot at 19091 County Road 18 (Resolution 2025-158) – CARRIED
- Denied Zoning By‑law Amendment 04‑25 for lot 97 (Resolution 2025-159) – DEFEATED
- Passed Zoning By‑law Amendment 04‑25 for lot 97 after review (Resolution 2025-160) – CARRIED
Council Meeting
The South Glengarry Council will hold a regular meeting to discuss a new waste management by-law and conduct public meetings regarding zoning. The body will also review several regional incentive program agreements and equipment procurement awards.
- First and second reading of the Solid Waste Management By-law
- Public meetings for zoning matters ZBLW-03-25 (McDonell) and ZBLW-04-25 (Dancause)
- Regional Incentive Program agreements for Fraser Creek Pizza Farm, Butterfly Barn, and YouTopia Nature Spa
- Award of RFP 2025-08 for the supply and delivery of a wheeled excavator
- Award of RFP 2025-09 for canteen services
The council approved regional incentive program financial agreements with Fraser Creek Pizza Farm, Butterfly Barn and YouTopia Nature Spa, authorizing the mayor and clerk to sign the documents. It also approved a fee waiver for the Martintown Masonic Lodge, awarded a $250‑per‑month canteen contract to Snack Shack Canteen, and extended the top‑course asphalt schedule for Sapphire Estates Phase 5 to October 2028. Additionally, the solid‑waste management by‑law was read for first and second time and later confirmed.
- Approved Regional Incentive Program Agreement with Fraser Creek Pizza Farm (CARRIED)
- Approved Regional Incentive Program Agreement with Butterfly Barn (CARRIED)
- Approved Regional Incentive Program Agreement with YouTopia Nature Spa (CARRIED)
- Waived $75 fee for Martintown Masonic Lodge rental on Nov 16 2025 (CARRIED)
- Awarded canteen services contract to Snack Shack Canteen at $250 per month plus HST (CARRIED)
- Extended Sapphire Estates Phase 5 top‑course asphalt schedule to Oct 2028 (CARRIED)
- Read Solid Waste Management By‑law first and second time (CARRIED)
- Confirmed By‑law 2025‑28, ratifying matters dealt with by resolution (CARRIED)
Environment Committee
The agenda for the South Glengarry Environment Committee meeting on May 27, 2025, contains only procedural boilerplate from the eSCRIBE system and no actual agenda items, decisions, or discussions.
Council Meeting
The council will consider a request for a mobile food‑vendor by‑law exemption for Thum's Thai Cuisine, review the Solid Waste Diversion Initiative Clear Bag Program, award the contract to supply and deliver a one‑ton gas truck, and approve partnership agreements for the Char‑Lan Recreation Centre. They will also adopt the 2025 budget and tax‑rate by‑law. All items are listed on the agenda for discussion and decision.
- Request for Mobile Food Vendor By‑law Exemption – Thum's Thai Cuisine
- Solid Waste Diversion Initiative – Clear Bag Program
- Award RFP 2025‑07 – Supply and Delivery of One Ton Gas Truck
- Char‑Lan Recreation Centre Partnership Agreements (Brigade, Minor Hockey, Skating Club)
- 2025 Budget and Tax Rates By‑law
Council Meeting
The South Glengarry Council will discuss partnership agreement drafts for the Char-Lan Recreation Centre and a new Routine Disclosure Policy. The meeting includes requests for EV charging stations in Lancaster and a donation for the Glengarry Soccer League.
- Partnership agreement drafts for Char-Lan Recreation Centre, including agreements for Glengarry Brigade, Char-Lan Minor Hockey, and Char-Lan Skating Club
- Routine Disclosure Policy by-law
- Request for installation of EV Charging Stations in Lancaster
- Donation request from Glengarry Soccer League
- Request for issuance of driveway permits from Lyle Warden
The council directed administration to issue a request for proposals to supply and install electric vehicle charging stations at the Collin Street municipal parking lot. It also approved a $1,500 donation to the Glengarry Soccer League and adopted a Routine Disclosure Policy bylaw. Additional items approved included the consent agenda, confirmation of bylaw 2025‑24, and actions from the closed‑session meeting.
- Approved issuance of an RFP for EV charging stations at Collin Street municipal parking lot (Resolution 2025‑115)
- Approved a $1,500 donation to the Glengarry Soccer League (Resolution 2025‑116)
- Adopted the Routine Disclosure Policy bylaw 2025‑23 (Resolution 2025‑117)
- Accepted all items on the Consent Agenda (Resolution 2025‑118)
- Confirmed bylaw 2025‑24 to ratify matters dealt with by resolution (Resolution 2025‑122)
- Directed administration to carry out actions specified in the Closed Session minutes (Resolution 2025‑121)
- Approved the agenda as circulated (Resolution 2025‑113)
- Adopted minutes from previous meetings (Resolution 2025‑114)
Cornwall Regional Airport Commission
The Cornwall Regional Airport Commission will consider approval of December 2024 meeting minutes, receive the April 2025 Airport Manager's Report (including a fuel sales spreadsheet), and discuss new business: a letter updating CRAC directors and an engagement letter from Welch LLP for 2025 bookkeeping services. The meeting is largely procedural and routine.
- Approval of previous meeting minutes from December 9, 2024
- Airport Manager's Report for April 2025 with attached fuel sales spreadsheet
- CRA Letter regarding updating CRAC Directors
- Welch LLP Engagement Letter for bookkeeping services for 2025
Committee of Adjustment
The South Glengarry Committee of Adjustment will conduct its regular procedural business, including calling the meeting to order, confirming the agenda, and approving the minutes from the March 10 2025 meeting. It will also consider two public‑meeting notices: A‑07‑2025 for Cashion Latreille and A‑08‑2025 for Burelle (Gauthier). No other decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Approval of March 10 2025 meeting minutes
- Notice of public meeting – A‑07‑2025 – Cashion Latreille
- Notice of public meeting – A‑08‑2025 – Burelle (Gauthier)
- Call meeting to order
- Confirmation of agenda
Council Meeting
The South Glengarry Council meeting will review several by‑law items, including a lease agreement for Lancaster Dental and a zoning by‑law amendment for 6100 4th Line Road. Action requests include awarding contracted work for CLRC drainage and approving a fire‑protection grant transfer payment. A fire services report on regional collaboration initiatives will be presented, and routine consent‑agenda items such as the Q1 strategic plan update and various proclamations will be approved.
- CLRC Drainage – award contracted work
- Lancaster Dental – lease agreement
- Zoning By‑law Amendment – 6100 4th Line Road
- Transfer Payment Agreement – fire protection grant additional funds
- Fire Services – regional collaboration initiatives report
The Township of South Glengarry Council adopted a $42,077 non‑competitive drainage contract for the Char‑Lan Recreation Centre, approved a lease with Levon Kichian Dentistry Professional Corporation, and amended the zoning by‑law for 6100 4th Line Road. It also entered a fire‑protection grant agreement, adopted the consent agenda, confirmed by‑law 2025‑22, and adjourned the meeting at 7:27 pm.
- Awarded $42,077 drainage contract to David Vogel Excavation (carried)
- Approved lease agreement with Levon Kichian Dentistry Professional Corporation (carried)
- Amended zoning by‑law to rezone 6100 4th Line Road (carried)
- Entered fire‑protection grant agreement with the Province of Ontario (carried)
- Adopted all items on the consent agenda (carried)
- Confirmed by‑law 2025‑22 to ratify prior resolutions (carried)
- Adjourned the council meeting at 7:27 pm (carried)
Council Meeting
Council will hold a public meeting for a zoning bylaw amendment application by 2592765 Ontario Inc. (nArchitecture Inc.). They will also consider action requests including bridge rehabilitation on Third Line at Delisle River, procurement of an SUV, and a memorandum of understanding for the former Williamstown Fire Station. Presentations are scheduled on a hoarding support program and an EV charging station proposal. A closed session is planned for instructions on negotiations.
- Public meeting on ZBLW-01-2025 zoning bylaw amendment (2592765 Ontario Inc.)
- Third Line at Delisle River bridge rehabilitation action request
- Award procurement 06-2025 for SUV purchase (Planning, Building and Enforcement)
- Memorandum of Understanding for former Williamstown Fire Station usage
- By-law 2025-17 establishing a Municipal Mobile Device Policy
The council approved drawing up to $400,000 from the Bridge and Structures Reserve to fund major rehabilitation of the Third Line Road Bridge over the Delisle River (Structure No. 30054). It also approved the purchase of one gas SUV for $35,248.00 plus HST, adopted a Municipal Mobile Device Policy bylaw, and entered a Memorandum of Understanding with the St. Lawrence Valley Agricultural Society to use the property at 19652 John St., Williamstown. All items on the consent agenda were accepted.
- Approved up to $400,000 from Bridge and Structures Reserve for Third Line Bridge rehab (Resolution 2025-092)
- Approved purchase of one gas SUV for $35,248.00 plus HST from Roy’s Chevrolet Buick GMC (Resolution 2025-093)
- Approved Memorandum of Understanding to use 19652 John St., Williamstown property for fire station access (Resolution 2025-094)
- Adopted Municipal Mobile Device Policy bylaw 2025-17 (Resolution 2025-095)
- Accepted all items listed on the Consent Agenda (Resolution 2025-096)
- Adopted By-law 2025-18 to confirm matters dealt with by resolution (Resolution 2025-100)
- Authorized closed‑session meeting to discuss negotiation instructions (Resolution 2025-097)
- Directed administration to carry out actions specified in closed‑session minutes (Resolution 2025-099)
Environment Committee
The agenda for the South Glengarry Environment Committee meeting scheduled for March 25, 2025, consists only of boilerplate content from the eSCRIBE software. No specific items, proposals, or decisions are listed for discussion or action.
Council Meeting
Council will receive a presentation from OCWA on the water capital plan and consider a staff report on asset management. Other action items include whistle cessation requests for two roads, approval of 2025 capital road program additions with surplus budget, and a kennel licence increase for Belleview Pet Resort. Council will also consider several resolutions from other municipalities on issues like US tariff threats, landlord tenant reforms, and banning the Nazi swastika.
- OCWA water capital plan presentation
- Whistle cessation requests for CR27 and Fifth Line Road
- 2025 capital road program additions (surplus budget)
- Kennel licence increase for Belleview Pet Resort
- Resolution against US tariff threats on steel sector
The council approved a $420,000 purchase of a tandem truck to replace Unit 11, with the expense to be included in the 2026 budget. It also approved the return of Unit 13 to service, the removal of Unit 11 as a primary vehicle, and authorized tendering for a heavy pickup truck. Additional actions included extending Chapel Road paving, approving a kennel limit increase, and allocating $52,150 for new soccer goals.
- Approved $420,000 tandem truck purchase (Resolution 2025-073)
- Moved Unit 13 back to active service and retired Unit 11 as primary (Resolution 2025-074)
- Authorized tender for a heavy pickup truck funded by Roads Equipment Reserve and Water Budget (Resolution 2025-075)
- Extended asphalt paving limits on Chapel Road between Beaver Brook Road and County Road 18 (Resolution 2025-076)
- Approved increase of Belleview Pet Resort kennel limit from 15 to 50 dogs (Resolution 2025-079)
- Allocated $52,150 for replacement soccer goals at Char‑Lan District High School and Williamstown Public School (Resolution 2025-082)
- Directed partnership advertising agreements with local hockey and skating clubs (Resolution 2025-081)
- Confirmed by‑law 2025‑15 to ratify council resolutions (Resolution 2025-087)
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will meet on March 24, 2025 to consider a presentation on the township’s AMP fleet. The agenda also includes routine items such as call to order, agenda approval, and declaration of pecuniary interest. No specific motions or decisions are listed beyond the fleet discussion.
- AMP Fleet Discussion (presentation attached as COTW-2025-03-AMP Fleet Discussion 1.pdf)
The Committee of the Whole opened at 5:02 p.m. after a motion was carried. The council approved the circulated agenda. The meeting was adjourned at 6:26 p.m. following a carried motion.
- Opened Committee of the Whole (motion carried)
- Approved agenda (motion carried)
- Adjourned meeting (motion carried)
Council Meeting
The Township of South Glengarry Council will meet to approve contracts for a water tower and park pathways, accept a road widening, and consider a zoning by-law amendment. The agenda also includes a public presentation on a heritage building restoration and a draft solid waste management by-law.
- Award RFP 2025-01 - Smithfield Play Structure and Pathway
- Award RFT 2025-03 Glen Walter Park Pathway – Phase 1
- Award RFP 2025-04 - Glen Walter Water Tower Contract Administration
- Zoning By-law Amendment - 2867173 Ontario Inc.
- Acceptance of Road Widening – 19246 Caber Road
Committee of Adjustment
The South Glengarry Committee of Adjustment is meeting to consider two applications (A-05-2025 and A-06-2025) under the Planning Act, likely for minor variances or consents. The meeting includes confirmation of agenda, disclosure of interests, and approval of previous minutes.
- A-05-2025 – Summerset Acres Ltd. (Menard Robertson Custom Homes and Renovations Inc.) – Notice of Public Meeting
- A-06-2025 – 2595489 Ontario Inc. (Bruining) (D2K Design) – Notice of Public Meeting
- Approval of minutes from February 24, 2025 meeting
Committee of Adjustment
The South Glengarry Committee of Adjustment will meet to discuss three new business items. The meeting includes public notices for applications from Jaswal and Singh, Impala Developments Inc., and Petrie.
- A-01-2025 - Jaswal and Singh (Bazar) public meeting
- A-02-2025 - Impala Developments Inc. (Wilson Architectural Design Inc.) public meeting
- A-03-2025 - Petrie (McDonald) public meeting
Council Meeting
The South Glengarry Council will consider a by‑law to create an easement and land‑use agreement with Enbridge Gas Inc. It will also review a Capital Improvement Program (CIP) agreement for the property at 203‑207 Military Road in Lancaster. Additional action items include approval of the 2024 water and wastewater annual reports and an application for active‑transportation funding. A public meeting with 2867173 Ontario Inc. (De Saulniers Construction Ltd.) is also on the agenda.
- Enbridge Gas Inc. easement and land‑use agreement (by‑law)
- CIP agreement for 203‑207 Military Road, Lancaster (by‑law)
- Approval of 2024 water and wastewater annual reports for multiple systems
- Active Transportation Funding Application (submitted by S. McDonald)
- Public meeting with 2867173 Ontario Inc. (De Saulniers Construction Ltd.)
CIP Advisory Committee
The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and software interface text. There are no specific decisions, proposals, or discussion items listed for this meeting.
Council Meeting
The council will discuss and decide on proposed zoning by-law amendments for the Kissan Development and Smits industrial subdivision. A draft plan approval for the Kissan Development industrial subdivision will also be reviewed. Additional items include a fee waiver request for the Lancaster Optimist Club and a professional services contract for third‑line bridge rehabilitation.
- Kissan Development and Smits zoning by‑law amendments (draft plan approval attached)
- Fee waiver request for Lancaster Optimist Club events
- Ontario Trillium Foundation capital funding application for Smithfield Park multi‑use path
- RFP award for professional services – third line bridge rehabilitation (contract number 30054)
- 2025 Council per diem and mileage rate approval
Council Meeting
Council will decide on awarding a contract for construction of a water tower in Glen Walter (RFP 2024-14), and consider a drainage alternative to the Capital Bridge Project. Other decisions include confirming paving limits for Heron Road, allocating 2025 water and wastewater capacity, approving a health and safety water stream funding application, and adopting the 2025 grants and donations. The consent agenda includes departmental reports, the 2025 collection calendar, and several resolutions from other municipalities.
- Award of RFP 2024-14 for construction of a water tower in Glen Walter (dollar amount not specified in agenda)
- Direction to proceed with a drainage alternative to the Capital Bridge Project (S. McDonald)
- Confirmation of capital project paving limits for Heron Road
- Approval of 2025 capacity allocation for water and wastewater systems
- Approval of 2025 grants and donations (schedule attached)
Environment Committee
The provided agenda contains only procedural software placeholders and boilerplate text. There are no specific topics, decisions, or discussions listed for this meeting.
Council Meeting
Council will consider and potentially adopt the 2025 Interim Taxation By-law and the 2025 Temporary Borrowing By-law. They will also receive an OPP update, discuss an electronic tax bill payment portal, and consider a request for a new Environment Committee member. Consent agenda items include resolutions from other municipalities on planning act changes and paid-plasma-free zones.
- 2025 Interim Taxation By-law and 2025 Temporary Borrowing By-law for adoption
- iCity Online electronic tax bill delivery and customer payment portal proposal
- OPP update from Staff Sgt. Normand Lamontagne
- Environment Committee request for new member
- Ontario Transfer Payment Agreement for Fire Protection Grant