{ "city": "Alvinston", "state": "ON", "page": "https://canada.theboringparts.com/city/pub-southwestmiddlesex/", "attribution": "MyTown / The Boring Parts — CC BY 4.0. Summaries AI-generated from official sources.", "license": "https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/", "generated": "2026-08-21", "upcoming": [ { "date": "2026-09-18", "body": "Recreation Committee 2025-2026", "headline": "Recreation committee meeting with no substantive items", "summary": "This agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and embedded content placeholders. No discussion items, decisions, or public hearings are listed.", "agenda_url": "https://pub-southwestmiddlesex.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=95ddb4b3-c624-417d-8c7d-90b2b93da3b9&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://pub-southwestmiddlesex.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=95ddb4b3-c624-417d-8c7d-90b2b93da3b9&lang=English" } ], "recent": [ { "date": "2026-08-19", "body": "Committee of Adjustment", "headline": "Committee to decide three consent applications, including two farm land severances", "summary": "The Committee of Adjustment will hold a public meeting to consider three consent applications under the Planning Act. Two applications propose severing farmland (one surplus residence, one agricultural parcel), and one proposes establishing a well-access easement. The committee will hear from the planner, applicants, and the public before making decisions, with staff recommending approval subject to conditions.", "agenda_url": "https://pub-southwestmiddlesex.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=d52b7cc9-006c-4c17-8a2e-f2e5170ca0a0&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://pub-southwestmiddlesex.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=d52b7cc9-006c-4c17-8a2e-f2e5170ca0a0&lang=English" }, { "date": "2026-08-19", "body": "Regular Council 2022-2026", "headline": "No substantive items on this agenda", "summary": "This meeting agenda contains only procedural boilerplate with no specific items listed for discussion or decision.", "agenda_url": "https://pub-southwestmiddlesex.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=d27c0a6a-d7f3-4593-b69f-af55e1819314&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://pub-southwestmiddlesex.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=d27c0a6a-d7f3-4593-b69f-af55e1819314&lang=English" }, { "date": "2026-08-05", "body": "Special Meeting of Council 2025-2026", "headline": "Council to vote on zoning change for Arvai Developments site on Appin Road", "summary": "The Municipality of Southwest Middlesex holds a special council meeting to confirm the agenda, receive a planning report, and give first, second, third, and final readings to two zoning-related bylaws. The meeting includes a disclosure of pecuniary interests and a confirmatory motion to adjourn.", "agenda_url": "https://pub-southwestmiddlesex.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=7ec50eb3-79c5-4a6f-8d02-872571b658da&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://pub-southwestmiddlesex.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=7ec50eb3-79c5-4a6f-8d02-872571b658da&lang=English" }, { "date": "2026-07-15", "body": "Committee of Adjustment", "headline": "Land severance application for 1052 Longwoods Road", "summary": "The Committee of Adjustment will consider a consent application to sever a parcel of land containing a sawmill operation at 1052 Longwoods Road. The proposal includes a request for a zoning by-law amendment and several conditions regarding road widening, water supply, and site plan approval.", "agenda_url": "https://pub-southwestmiddlesex.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=61fe4f1b-3267-4f67-84b1-065130d8d5cc&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://pub-southwestmiddlesex.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=61fe4f1b-3267-4f67-84b1-065130d8d5cc&lang=English" }, { "date": "2026-07-15", "body": "Regular Council 2022-2026", "headline": "Agenda contains no substantive items", "summary": "This meeting agenda appears to be only procedural boilerplate with no items listed for discussion or decision.", "agenda_url": "https://pub-southwestmiddlesex.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=ee2e4819-d33e-4493-a591-9f6192cc8761&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://pub-southwestmiddlesex.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=ee2e4819-d33e-4493-a591-9f6192cc8761&lang=English" }, { "date": "2026-06-25", "body": "Economic Development 2025-2026", "headline": "The agenda contains no substantive items to review.", "summary": "This agenda is entirely procedural boilerplate with no actual meeting items listed. No decisions, discussions, or public hearings are scheduled for this session.", "agenda_url": "https://pub-southwestmiddlesex.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=8a1de7c1-8ef4-4b24-8d32-0cf67d1daf0d&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://pub-southwestmiddlesex.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=8a1de7c1-8ef4-4b24-8d32-0cf67d1daf0d&lang=English" }, { "date": "2026-06-17", "body": "Regular Council 2022-2026", "headline": "Council considers updating rules for Additional Residential Units (ARUs)", "summary": "Council will hold a public hearing on Official Plan Amendment No. 7, a housekeeping update to policies on Additional Residential Units (ARUs). They will also award a $274,177 contract for the James Lethbridge Drain, discuss a grant application for a backup generator at the Glencoe Agricultural Hall, and rule on two zoning amendments.", "agenda_url": "https://pub-southwestmiddlesex.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=39817d07-26a6-4321-82a6-4a5880bf873f&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://pub-southwestmiddlesex.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=39817d07-26a6-4321-82a6-4a5880bf873f&lang=English" }, { "date": "2026-06-03", "body": "Regular Council 2022-2026", "headline": "Council to approve $395,235 annual insurance renewal", "summary": "The Council will review the 2026 capital budget and debt management strategy and discuss updating water and wastewater connection fees. They are also considering a cost-sharing agreement for a sanitary pumping station on Industrial Road.", "agenda_url": "https://pub-southwestmiddlesex.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=251c7f33-7d6f-45d3-a3b2-15b71557a5c1&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://pub-southwestmiddlesex.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=251c7f33-7d6f-45d3-a3b2-15b71557a5c1&lang=English" }, { "date": "2026-05-20", "body": "Regular Council 2022-2026", "headline": "Council to amend loan agreement for Glencoe Industrial Park servicing", "summary": "Council will hear 2025 annual reports on Glencoe and Wardsville wastewater systems from OCWA. They will vote on adopting a formal Donation Policy and amending a county loan agreement for Glencoe Industrial Park servicing. A Court of Revision will be established for two drainage projects: Floyd Winship Drain Walch Branch and McCahon Drain. Several by-laws will receive final readings, including one for the Wardsville Outlet Drain 2026.", "agenda_url": "https://pub-southwestmiddlesex.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=2ae0961a-eef2-4bfd-9dc1-11b71913ebca&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://pub-southwestmiddlesex.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=2ae0961a-eef2-4bfd-9dc1-11b71913ebca&lang=English" }, { "date": "2026-05-20", "body": "Court of Revision", "headline": "Court to decide on drainage assessments for two projects", "summary": "The Court of Revision will hear appeals and decide whether to confirm assessments levied by Spriet Associates for the Floyd Winship Drain Walch Branch 2026 and the McCahon Drain 2026 projects. The assessments were adopted by provisional by-laws 2026/041 and 2026/042 respectively.", "agenda_url": "https://pub-southwestmiddlesex.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=1a3c40c2-22c9-41eb-9d53-ad2521c579b7&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://pub-southwestmiddlesex.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=1a3c40c2-22c9-41eb-9d53-ad2521c579b7&lang=English" }, { "date": "2026-05-20", "body": "Committee of Adjustment", "headline": "Committee to decide on two land severance applications", "summary": "The Committee of Adjustment will consider two consent applications under the Planning Act to sever land parcels. The first application seeks to sever a portion of land at 143 Victoria Street. The second proposes to sever a residence surplus to a farming operation at 3360 Centreville Drive. Both applications include multiple conditions regarding services, taxes, and zoning compliance.", "agenda_url": "https://pub-southwestmiddlesex.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=692046af-21f7-491c-a7e2-1a28a1e00197&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://pub-southwestmiddlesex.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=692046af-21f7-491c-a7e2-1a28a1e00197&lang=English" }, { "date": "2026-05-15", "body": "Recreation Committee 2025-2026", "headline": "No substantive items; meeting is procedural only.", "summary": "This agenda contains only boilerplate formatting and no specific items for discussion or decision. The meeting appears to be procedural in nature.", "agenda_url": "https://pub-southwestmiddlesex.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=f4e352ef-2875-4f0c-81f8-4c8d6b3ed2ed&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://pub-southwestmiddlesex.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=f4e352ef-2875-4f0c-81f8-4c8d6b3ed2ed&lang=English" }, { "date": "2026-05-06", "body": "Regular Council 2022-2026", "headline": "Council to vote on $20,500 tile drain loan for Clachan Road property", "summary": "Council will consider a $20,500 tile drain loan for a property at 30762 Clachan Road and establish a joint compliance audit committee for the 2026 municipal election. By-laws to collect costs for drainage maintenance and confirm meeting proceedings are also on the agenda. Several resolutions of support from other municipalities will be received.", "agenda_url": "https://pub-southwestmiddlesex.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=d0a076f1-c878-4cde-8eef-342805ecc7c2&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://pub-southwestmiddlesex.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=d0a076f1-c878-4cde-8eef-342805ecc7c2&lang=English" }, { "date": "2026-04-22", "body": "Court of Revision", "headline": "Court of Revision hears appeal on Wardsville Outlet Drain assessment", "summary": "This Court of Revision meeting will hear appeals on the assessment for the Wardsville Outlet Drain No.1 2026 drainage works. The recommended motion is to confirm the assessment as levied by Spriet Associates and adopted by provisional by-law 2026/021.", "agenda_url": "https://pub-southwestmiddlesex.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=6b529d40-001e-49e2-ab7c-1de83311e95c&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://pub-southwestmiddlesex.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=6b529d40-001e-49e2-ab7c-1de83311e95c&lang=English" }, { "date": "2026-04-22", "body": "Regular Council 2022-2026", "headline": "Council to consider multiple drainage projects and a pollinator garden request", "summary": "This Southwest Middlesex council meeting will hold public hearings on three drainage projects (Floyd Winship Drain Walch Branch 2026, McCahon Drain 2026, and a realignment of Government Drain No. 1), including potential adoption of related bylaws. A delegation seeks financial support for an interpretive sign at the GDHS Pollinator Butterflyway Garden. Council will also receive various reports, including a March 2026 voucher report and updates from Middlesex County and the health unit.", "agenda_url": "https://pub-southwestmiddlesex.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=e7a26abb-88b9-4f28-afaf-0ed7ee6abbf7&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://pub-southwestmiddlesex.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=e7a26abb-88b9-4f28-afaf-0ed7ee6abbf7&lang=English" }, { "date": "2026-04-22", "body": "Committee of Adjustment", "headline": "Consent application for 4838 Switzer Drive by Silver Dove Inc.", "summary": "The Committee of Adjustment will consider consent application B11-2025 by Silver Dove Inc. for property at 4838 Switzer Drive. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and standard procedural items.", "agenda_url": "https://pub-southwestmiddlesex.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=c4652b6a-9966-493a-83f0-c48fea904122&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://pub-southwestmiddlesex.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=c4652b6a-9966-493a-83f0-c48fea904122&lang=English" }, { "date": "2026-04-08", "body": "Regular Council 2022-2026", "headline": "Council to award $2.4M Glencoe Business Park servicing contract to BKT Excavating Ltd.", "summary": "Council will decide whether to award a $2,411,620.60 contract for the Glencoe Business and Industrial Park Servicing Project and update the financing strategy with a County loan. Other decisions include awarding a surface treatment tender to Miller Paving ($82,168.48), renewing the animal control agreement for three years, restructuring the policy by-law, and preparing for the 2026 municipal election by delegating certain authorities to the CAO.", "agenda_url": "https://pub-southwestmiddlesex.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=5eb73a1f-1b57-478e-89f4-5fb6875cb091&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://pub-southwestmiddlesex.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=5eb73a1f-1b57-478e-89f4-5fb6875cb091&lang=English" }, { "date": "2026-03-18", "body": "Court of Revision", "headline": "Court of Revision to confirm assessment for James Lethbridge Drain 2026", "summary": "The Court of Revision will consider a motion to confirm the assessment levied by Spriet Associates on January 30, 2026 for the James Lethbridge Drain 2026 project. The assessment was adopted by provisional by‑law 2026/013 to fund the drainage works. Council members may ask questions before the deliberation and decision.", "agenda_url": "https://pub-southwestmiddlesex.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=ab03c4a1-091b-4632-b94e-f97e41e27d48&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://pub-southwestmiddlesex.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=ab03c4a1-091b-4632-b94e-f97e41e27d48&lang=English" }, { "date": "2026-03-18", "body": "Regular Council 2022-2026", "headline": "Council to vote on zoning changes for two properties, award $212K drain contract", "summary": "Council will decide on several by-laws, including zoning amendments for 5019 Glendon Drive and 4838 Switzer Drive, and award a drainage contract to McNally Excavating Ltd. for $212,000.60. They will also consider water/wastewater budget estimates for 2026 and a housing infrastructure agreement. Routine items include minutes, voucher reports, and a fire department annual report.", "agenda_url": "https://pub-southwestmiddlesex.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=147bb38b-a5e7-4967-9bdf-7f2edd1f84b8&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://pub-southwestmiddlesex.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=147bb38b-a5e7-4967-9bdf-7f2edd1f84b8&lang=English" }, { "date": "2026-03-12", "body": "Recreation Committee 2025-2026", "headline": "Alvinston Recreation Committee meets to discuss 2025-2026 operations", "summary": "The Alvinston Recreation Committee is scheduled to meet on March 12, 2026, to discuss the 2025-2026 cycle. The agenda includes a video recording of the meeting and a vote result section.", "agenda_url": "https://pub-southwestmiddlesex.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=463cb5c5-d6c7-44fd-98fb-ff62dd44545b&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://pub-southwestmiddlesex.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=463cb5c5-d6c7-44fd-98fb-ff62dd44545b&lang=English" }, { "date": "2026-03-04", "body": "Regular Council 2022-2026", "headline": "Council approves 2026 utility budget and road maintenance contracts", "summary": "The Southwest Middlesex Council will adopt the 2026 Proposed Utility Budget and award contracts for dust control, micro surfacing, and sidewalk construction. The meeting also includes the declaration of surplus land on River Drive and a fundraising partnership with the Glencoe & District Lions Club.", "agenda_url": "https://pub-southwestmiddlesex.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=720cfda5-37b3-4643-8009-c3d7edee27e2&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://pub-southwestmiddlesex.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=720cfda5-37b3-4643-8009-c3d7edee27e2&lang=English" }, { "date": "2026-02-18", "body": "Committee of Adjustment", "headline": "Committee considers refusal of land severance at 4838 Switzer Drive", "summary": "The Committee of Adjustment will vote on a consent application to sever land at 4838 Switzer Drive, with a recommended refusal. Two minor variance applications are also on the agenda: one to convert a basement into a second dwelling unit at 239 Elizabeth Street, and one to reduce a side yard setback at 280 King Street. The meeting will also approve the previous minutes and adjourn.", "agenda_url": "https://pub-southwestmiddlesex.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=b088cbef-c73f-4c22-a097-0084a3a8ff8d&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://pub-southwestmiddlesex.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=b088cbef-c73f-4c22-a097-0084a3a8ff8d&lang=English" }, { "date": "2026-02-18", "body": "Regular Council 2022-2026", "headline": "Council to award $178,837.98 bridge and culvert contract to Vandenberk Construction", "summary": "The Regular Council meeting will consider routine items such as the agenda confirmation and consent agenda, and will hold several public meetings on development charges, drainage, and zoning matters. A key decision is the award of the C110, C111, C119, C126, C127 and B208 bridge and culvert tender to Vandenberk Construction Inc. for $178,837.98 (excluding HST). The council will also receive reports on the James Lethbridge Drain project and on multiple zoning amendment applications. No action is planned on the development charges by‑law at this meeting.", "agenda_url": "https://pub-southwestmiddlesex.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=66bc71c3-dca7-4d34-bd40-0991fb55cf67&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://pub-southwestmiddlesex.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=66bc71c3-dca7-4d34-bd40-0991fb55cf67&lang=English" }, { "date": "2026-02-12", "body": "Economic Development 2025-2026", "headline": "Economic Development Committee to review Community Improvement Plan and budget", "summary": "The Southwest Middlesex Economic Development Committee will receive a report on updating the Community Improvement Plan (CIP) and discuss downtown market programming for Summer 2026. The committee is also directed to consider funding for an external CIP review as part of the 2027 budget process.", "agenda_url": "https://pub-southwestmiddlesex.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=c9b3e4b1-6384-4886-ab71-b7e03b88bed1&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://pub-southwestmiddlesex.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=c9b3e4b1-6384-4886-ab71-b7e03b88bed1&lang=English" }, { "date": "2026-02-11", "body": "Special Council Meeting - Budget", "headline": "Council to consider 2026 amended budget", "summary": "The council is meeting to receive and consider the 2026 Proposed Budget – Amended, as prepared by the Treasurer. A recommended motion would accept the budget in principle and direct staff to prepare a by-law for adoption at the next regular meeting. Correspondence regarding a budget survey comment on Little Kin Park is also on the agenda.", "agenda_url": "https://pub-southwestmiddlesex.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=3b844102-e45d-4ff1-887d-c27bac614e3f&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://pub-southwestmiddlesex.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=3b844102-e45d-4ff1-887d-c27bac614e3f&lang=English" } ] }