Tweed public meetings in 2024
44 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Budget Meeting
Council will discuss the overall 2025 budget, including tax allocations by department and the average tax per household. The meeting includes reviews of user fees and specific funding requests for municipal services.
- Review of water, sewer, waste, and general user fee rates
- Request to authorize the purchase of a used tandem snowplow
- Discussion on adding an additional Public Works Operator
- Review of one-time police cost savings and OPP cost relief
- Analysis of the 2025 tax levy impact and breakdown of tax levy increases
Council Meeting
Council will consider three by-laws: limiting gross vehicle weight on certain bridges, correcting a road widening error, and removing an encroachment agreement. A notice of motion proposes 'No Heavy Trucks' signs on Moneymore and Marlbank Roads. Delegations include the Quinte Field Naturalists requesting lagoon access for bird watching.
- By-law 2024-91 to limit gross vehicle weight over certain bridges
- By-law 2024-96 to correct error in road widening by-law 2009-26
- By-law 2024-97 to delete encroachment agreement at 325 Victoria St N
- Notice of motion to install 'No Heavy Trucks' signs on Moneymore and Marlbank roads
- Presentation from Quinte Field Naturalists to access Tweed lagoons for bird watching
Special Council Meeting
This special council meeting is solely for a closed session under Section 239(2) of the Municipal Act, addressing personal matters about an identifiable individual and labour relations or employee negotiations. No public decisions or discussions are scheduled.
- Closed meeting for personal matters about an identifiable individual (Section 239(2)(b))
- Closed meeting for labour relations or employee negotiations (Section 239(2)(d))
Council Meeting
The Municipality of Tweed Council will vote on amending zoning by-laws for specific properties, authorize a development agreement, and consider a request to designate a hockey tournament as a Municipally Significant event for a liquor licence. Residents are also set to discuss private lane services and a dog ownership by-law amendment.
- By-law 2024-90: Amend zoning by-law for 274 Rockies Rd
- By-law 2024-92: Approve Boundary Agreement with Centre Hastings
- By-law 2024-94: Authorize Development Agreement with Frederick Northey
- Lager Dawg Invitational: Request to designate as Municipally Significant event
- Request to amend By-law 2014-07 regarding dog limits on multi-unit properties
Joint Fire Services Board
The Joint Fire Services Board will review the draft 2025 budget and the October 2024 financial statements. The agenda also includes the Fire Chief's report and the approval of the September 2024 meeting minutes.
- Review draft 2025 budget
- Review October 2024 financial statements
- Approval of September 2024 meeting minutes
- Fire Chief's report on training and maintenance
- Next meeting date to be set
Council Meeting
Council will hold a public meeting for a zoning by-law amendment to rezone a 1-hectare lot at 121 Carss Road from Rural to Rural Residential. Also on the agenda are a presentation about a proposed Tweed Tech Hub co-working space, a draft boundary road agreement with Centre Hastings, and consideration of resolutions from other municipalities supporting Tweed's call for sustainable OPP funding. The meeting also includes routine reports and correspondence.
- Public meeting for zoning amendment ZA20/24 to rezone 121 Carss Road from Rural (RU) to Rural Residential (RR)
- Presentation by Sentisor Software for a Tweed Tech Hub co-working space
- Draft Boundary Road Agreement between Tweed and Centre Hastings
- Resolution requests from other municipalities supporting Tweed's OPP funding stance
- Request to release $500 deposit for trailer at Cox property during construction
Budget Meeting
The Tweed Town Council will review the draft 2025 operating budgets for General Government, Protection Services, Transportation Services, Environmental Services, Recreation Services, Planning Services, and the public library. Council will also examine the overall budget summary, tax impact analysis, user‑fee reviews, reserve fund updates and a capital summary under O.Reg 284/09. The meeting provides information and public input before the budget is finalized.
- Draft 2025 General Government operating budget presentation
- Draft 2025 Protection Services operating budget presentation
- Draft 2025 Transportation Services operating budget presentation
- Budget summary and 2025 tax impact analysis
- User fee review and reserve fund update under O.Reg 284/09
Special Council Meeting
The Municipality of Tweed is holding a special council meeting to conduct a closed session. The purpose is to consider personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees.
- Appointment of Cathy Bradley, Clerk of the County of Hastings, to act as Clerk during the closed session
Budget Meeting
The Tweed municipal council will examine the Long Term Capital Plan and the 2025 Capital Needs Budget Summary, including proposed funding sources and debt obligations. Managers will present departmental capital needs and asset management information. The meeting also includes informational videos on municipal budgeting and asset planning.
- Review Long Term Capital Planning documents (General Summary of Municipal Assets, 10‑Year Capital Needs Draft Plan)
- Examine 2025 Capital Needs Budget Summary and proposed funding sources
- Discuss Unfunded Capital Repayment Plan, Reserve Fund Loan Repayment Plans, and Debt Service Obligations
- Watch informational videos on how the municipal budget works and asset management planning
Committee of Adjustment-Planning
The Committee will review two severance applications that propose new non-farm residential parcels on Countryman Road and Ervine Road. It will also discuss two public planning meetings: one for Official Plan Amendment No. 12 and Zoning By-law Amendment ZA14/24 to rezone land for a self-storage facility at 17 Countryman Rd, and another for Zoning Amendment ZA19/24 to permit an accessory storage garage on 274 Rockies Road. Decisions on these applications and amendments will be taken by the Committee.
- Severance Application B104/24 – Douglas Countryman proposes a non-farm rural residential parcel (~1.4 ha) on Countryman Road, Lot 8, Concession 9, Hungerford.
- Severance Application B105 & 106/24 – William Fox proposes two non-farm residential lots (~2.5 ha each) and a retained parcel on Ervine Road and Windmill Road.
- Official Plan Amendment No. 12 & Zoning By-law Amendment ZA14/24 – 2607325 Ontario Inc. seeks to change land use from Extractive to Rural/Waterfront and rezone to Special Rural Industrial (RI‑7) for a self-storage facility of five buildings (~1,844.5 m²) at 17 Countryman Rd.
- Zoning Amendment ZA19/24 – James and Erin Denyer request a special provision to allow a 1,120 ft² accessory storage garage on a 229‑acre lot zoned Special Limited Service Residential (LSR‑10) at 274 Rockies Road.
- Items for Consideration – agenda items for the Planning Committee (no details provided).
Council Meeting
The Municipality of Tweed will review three zoning by-law amendments and a commercial lease agreement with Bright Beginnings. Council will also discuss a speed reduction by-law and review Q3 2024 financial reports.
- By-law 2024-83: Commercial Lease Agreement with Bright Beginnings of Tweed and District
- By-law 2024-84: Zoning amendment for 571 Elzevir Rd
- By-law 2024-85: Zoning amendment for 1622 Vanderwater Rd
- By-law 2024-86: Zoning amendment for French Settlement Rd
- Consideration of a Speed Reduction By-Law
Special Council Meeting
The Special Council Meeting will include a closed session under Section 239(2) of the Municipal Act to consider personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees. Council will appoint Cathy Bradley, Clerk of the County of Hastings, to act as clerk for that closed session. The meeting otherwise follows standard procedural items such as agenda approval and disclosures.
- Appointment of Cathy Bradley as clerk for the closed meeting
- Closed meeting to consider personal matters about an identifiable individual
- Reference to Section 239(2) of the Municipal Act, 2001
Council Meeting
The Municipality of Tweed Council will meet to approve minutes, hear public presentations on three zoning amendments, and consider by-laws to amend fees and zoning regulations.
- Public meeting for Zoning Amendment ZA16/24 at 571 Elzevir Rd
- Public meeting for Zoning Amendment ZA17/24 at 1622 Vanderwater Rd
- Public meeting for Zoning Amendment ZA18/24 at 990 French Settlement Rd
- By-law 2024-79 to amend fees and charges
- By-law 2024-80 to amend comprehensive zoning by-law
Committee of Adjustment-Planning
The Committee of Adjustment and Planning will discuss a proposal to sever and add land to an adjoining property. The application aims to consolidate vacant lands for future development and separate an existing dwelling from those holdings.
- Severance Application B96/24 B97/24 for 55 French Settlement Rd by 976777 Ontario Inc.
- Proposed lot addition of 23.8 ha (58 acres) to adjoining property
- Request for a right of way over severed lands for an existing driveway
Council Meeting
The Municipality of Tweed is holding a council meeting to discuss zoning changes for several lots and the adoption of new municipal consent and procurement policies. The body will also review requests for infrastructure repairs and community event permissions.
- Public meeting for Zoning Amendment ZA15/24 to change lots from Rural (RU) to Rural Residential (RR)
- By-law No. 2024-76 to adopt a Municipal Consent Policy
- By-law No. 2024-77 to adopt a Procurement Policy
- Request to remove holding provision from Zoning By-law No. 2022-41 for 82 & 88 Conchie Rd
- Request for the Municipality to pay half the cost to paint and repair barns at the Fairgrounds
Committee of Adjustment-Planning
The Committee of Adjustment/Planning will review three severance applications: B53/24 by Anthony LaJoie for two new rural lots on Sulphide Road, B79/24 by Candice & Luc Faucher for a new residential lot on Minnie Avenue, and B78/24 by George & Mary Collins for a right‑of‑way over a laneway on Potter Settlement Road. The meeting also includes a public planning meeting on Zoning Amendment ZA13/24 to change a 3.8‑acre lot at 19 Sherry Court from Rural Residential to Special Rural Residential, permitting up to two pygmy goats. Standard procedural items such as call to order, agenda approval, and adoption of minutes are also on the agenda.
- Severance Application B53/24 – creation of two rural lots (~15 ha and ~22 ha) on Sulphide Road
- Severance Application B79/24 – creation of a new residential lot (~0.14 acre) on Minnie Avenue
- Severance Application B78/24 – right‑of‑way over existing laneway on Potter Settlement Road
- Public Planning Meeting for Zoning Amendment ZA13/24 – change of 3.8‑acre lot at 19 Sherry Court to Special Rural Residential (allows two pygmy goats)
- Procedural items: call to order, agenda approval, minutes adoption
Special Council Meeting
The Municipality of Tweed will consider awarding a fuel tender and reviewing replacement options for the Queensborough Bridge at a special meeting on August 16, 2024.
- Award of Tender 310-2024-04 (Fuel)
- Queensborough Bridge Replacement Options Report
Council Meeting
Council will hold a public meeting to discuss allowing mobile homes in Rural and Rural Residential zones. The meeting also includes votes on several new municipal policies and road widening by-laws.
- Zoning Amendment ZA12/24 to permit mobile homes in Rural (RU) and Rural Residential (RR) Zones
- By-laws 2024-64 and 2024-65 for road widening on East Hungerford Road and Rapids Road
- By-law 2024-65 to amend the traffic and parking set fines schedule
- Adoption of Employee and Volunteer Code of Conduct, Health, Safety and Wellness, and Workplace Violence and Harassment policies
- Request for speed reduction to 40 mph on Morton Road
Council Meeting
The Council will review several internal policies including the Code of Conduct and Strategic Asset Management. The agenda includes various by-law considerations regarding development agreements, social media, and road widening on East Hungerford Road.
- Zoning Amendment Z11/24 for 215 Jamieson St E
- By-law 2024-53: Development Agreement for Severance B54-22
- By-law 2024-54: Municipal Funding Agreement for Canada Community-Building Fund
- By-law 2024-56: Amendment to Comprehensive Zoning By-law 2012-30
- By-law 2024-57: East Hungerford Road Widening Conveyance
Committee of Adjustment-Planning
The Committee of Adjustment/Planning will hold a public hearing on a zoning amendment for 215 Jamieson St. E. that would rezone the property to allow a fourplex on a 6,435 sq. ft. lot. The agenda also lists a proposed by-law change to permit mobile homes in rural zones and a minor variance request for a front-yard accessory building at 387 Bethel Rd. These items are open for public review and staff discussion before any decisions are made.
- Public hearing for Zoning Amendment ZA11/24 to rezone 215 Jamieson St. E. for a fourplex
- Council motion to amend the zoning by-law to allow mobile homes in rural and rural residential zones
- Minor variance application A4/24 for a front-yard accessory building at 387 Bethel Rd.
- Approval of May 31 planning meeting minutes
Council Meeting
The Municipality of Tweed Council will review administrative zoning amendments to align with the Hastings County Official Plan and consider a by-law to rezone a parcel at 238 Metcalf St. The agenda also outlines the initialization of the 2025 budget, a request to purchase a tandem truck with winter implements, and a policy review of the Social Media Policy. These zoning changes and budget steps set the framework for local development and service funding. Council will hold a closed meeting to discuss personal matters and potential litigation.
- Public hearing for Zoning Amendment ZA10/24 to align the Comprehensive Zoning By-law with the Hastings County Official Plan
- By-law 2024-51 to rezone 238 Metcalf St from CF-12 to R1-11
- By-law 2024-52 to amend parking provisions in the Comprehensive Zoning By-law
- 2025 Budget Initialization Process report
- Request to purchase a new tandem truck with winter implements for Public Works
Council Meeting
The Council will consider several by-laws, including a weight limit for Queensborough Bridge and updates to the Comprehensive Zoning By-law. The agenda also includes a notice of motion regarding mobile home use in current zoning and a public meeting for parking space amendments.
- Zoning Amendment ZA9/24 regarding residential parking space requirements
- Notice of Motion to update zoning for Mobile Home use
- By-law 2024-47 to limit gross vehicle weight on Queensborough Bridge
- By-law 2024-45 to amend Comprehensive Zoning By-law
- Severance applications for properties B17, B18, B30.24, B31.24, and B32, 33, 34.24
Committee of Adjustment-Planning
The Committee of Adjustment is reviewing multiple applications to sever land for residential development. The agenda also includes a public planning meeting regarding a zoning amendment for a property on Metcalf Street.
- Severance at 487 Queensborough Rd. to create two new rural lots
- Severance at 0 Robinson Rd. to create one new residential lot
- Severance at 1876 Moneymore Rd. to create a 1.5-hectare parcel
- Severance at 745 Otter Creek Road to create two non-farm residential lots
- Zoning amendment for 238 Metcalf St. to change use from food bank/thrift store to single detached dwelling
Council Meeting
The Council will review a zoning amendment for a property at 494 Labarge Rd involving lot severance and wetland buffers. Additionally, Enbridge Gas will present on the Tweed Natural Gas Community Expansion Project.
- Zoning Amendment ZA8/24: Rezoning of approx. 5.5-acre and 18.8-acre lots at 494 Labarge Rd
- Enbridge Gas presentation regarding natural gas line expansion in the Village of Tweed
- Request for Proposal for the Parks and Recreation Master Plan
- By-law No. 2024-37 to appoint a Clerk
- By-law No. 2024-38 to appoint a Deputy-Clerk
Council Meeting
The Council will consider several zoning amendment proposals for properties in Hungerford. The agenda also includes the adoption of multiple by-laws regarding taxation, fees, and road widening.
- Zoning Amendment ZA5/24: Rezoning 12.5 acres on Rapids Rd from Rural to Rural Residential
- Zoning Amendment ZA7/24: Rezoning two 1.0-acre lots on Bethel Rd from Rural to Rural Residential
- By-law 2024-31: Property conveyance for road widening purposes
- By-law 2024-34: Adoption of 2024 estimates and taxation rates
- Public Meeting: Request for speed bumps south of Marlbank Hamlet
Special Council Meeting
The Municipality of Tweed will hold a special council meeting to conduct business in a closed session. The discussion is designated for personal matters about an identifiable individual and labour relations or employee negotiations.
- Closed meeting regarding personal matters about an identifiable individual
- Closed meeting regarding labour relations or employee negotiations
Committee of Adjustment-Planning
The Committee is reviewing several land severance proposals for residential development across various locations. Additionally, the body will discuss a zoning amendment for a multi-residential fourplex and a proposal regarding parking space requirements.
- Severance application B147/23: creation of a 0.43 ha lot on Old Hungerford Rd
- Severance applications B148 & B149/23: creation of two 0.4 ha lots at 1520 Old Hungerford Rd
- Severance application B150/23: creation of a 3.9 ha lot at 2571 Rapids Rd
- Severance application B151/23: lot addition for 20 Old Troy Rd
- Severance application B153/23: creation of a 2.1 ha lot at 687 Elzevir Rd
Council Meeting
The Council will review a zoning amendment for a residential lot on Vanderwater Rd. and consider a motion regarding O.P.P. force costs. Additional items include discussions on municipal audits, quarterly financial reports, and various community requests.
- Zoning Amendment ZA4/24: Rezoning of approx. 1.51-acre lot at Vanderwater Rd., Hungerford from Rural (RU) to Rural Residential (RR)
- Notice of Motion: Uploading O.P.P. Force costs back to the Provincial Ontario Budget
- Marlbank Recreation Committee request for internet at the Dome
- Tweed Area Chamber of Commerce request to waive yard sale permit fees
- 2023 Draft Audited Financial Statements presentation
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole is reviewing several municipal by-laws and policies. Discussions include a review of Property Standards By-law 2001-02 and comments regarding Zoning By-law 2012-30 from local developers. The committee will also review parking provisions and entrance policies.
- Review of Property Standards By-law 2001-02 including Fire, By-law, and Building Department comments
- Zoning By-law 2012-30 developer comments from Tim Rashotte and Gary Scott (McClellan St. and Jamieson St.)
- Parking Requirements Report regarding Zoning By-law parking provisions
- Entrance Policy Review regarding Zoning By-law amendments
- Affordable Housing Model presentation by Mike Labbe
Council Meeting
The Council will review several departmental reports including public works, community development, and fire services. Key discussion items include the Enbridge Gas Tweed Community Expansion Project and environmental applications for waste disposal sites.
- Enbridge Gas - Tweed Community Expansion Project Notice of Study
- By-law No. 2024-25 to amend Comprehensive Zoning By-law No. 2012-30
- Renewal of Hauled Sewage ECA at 6251 Highway 37, Tweed ON
- New ECA for Hauled Sewage for Surface Spreading at Lot 8, Concession 7, Tweed ON
- Award of RFP 310-2024-02 Need Studies
Council Meeting
The Council will review a zoning amendment for a lot on Mothers Rd. and consider a septic agreement for Bright Beginnings of Tweed & District. Additional items include a review of animal control by-laws and updates on public works and council remuneration.
- Zoning Amendment ZA3/24 for 23A/23B Mothers Rd.
- Severance Application B21/24
- By-law No. 2024-23 regarding 125 Hungerford Rd.
- Septic Agreement with Bright Beginnings of Tweed & District
- Review of Animal Control By-laws (2008-40, 2014-07, and 2016-32)
Special Council Meeting
The Municipality of Tweed will hold a special council meeting for a closed session. The discussion is intended to address litigation or potential litigation, as well as information provided in confidence by another level of government.
- Closed meeting regarding litigation or potential litigation
- Closed meeting regarding information supplied in confidence by another level of government
Committee of Adjustment-Planning
The Committee of Adjustment will review a severance application for property on Vanderwater Road. Members will also consider two minor variance requests regarding residential setbacks and lot coverage.
- Severance application B21/24 for 1622 Vanderwater Rd to create a 1-acre lot
- Minor variance A1/24 at 3 Tweedsmuir Lane to reduce setback from Mineral Extractive Reserve Zone
- Minor variance A2/24 at 125 Hungerford Rd to reduce rear yard setback and increase lot coverage for an 8-unit building
Council Meeting
The Municipality of Tweed Council is reviewing several by-laws regarding advisory committee appointments, a disconnecting from work policy, and property conveyance for road widening. The agenda also includes requests for water-sewer reimbursements and the removal of a holding provision for residential development.
- By-law 2024-19: Appointing Council members to advisory committees and local boards
- By-law 2024-20: Adopting a Disconnecting From Work Policy
- By-law 2024-21: Property conveyance for Deroche Road widening purposes
- Request for water-sewer reimbursement at 324 Victoria St. N.
- Request to remove holding provision from Zoning By-law 2021-43 at 125 Hungerford Rd.
Council Meeting
The Municipality of Tweed Council will review operational reports, including a proposal to increase bulk item removal costs and a summary of potential savings to address the 2023 deficit. Council is also considering By-laws No. 2024-16 and 2024-17, which amend Comprehensive Zoning By-law No. 2012-30, alongside Severance Application B113/23. Additional items cover board appointments, environmental assessment feedback requests, and information reports on sewage lagoon operations and by-law enforcement.
- By-laws No. 2024-16 and 2024-17: Amendments to Comprehensive Zoning By-law No. 2012-30
- Severance Application B113/23 for council review
- Proposed increase to bulk item removal costs (reports attached)
- Summary of potential operational savings to address the 2023 deficit
- Request for nominations to the Quinte Conservation Source Protection Committee
Committee of Adjustment-Planning
The Committee of Adjustment is reviewing a severance application by Thomas Pawlick. The proposal involves creating a new 20.2 hectare lot to be conveyed to Ducks Unlimited for preservation and conservation, while retaining approximately 19.9 hectares for a hobby farm.
- Severance Application B113/23: 727 Hogs Back Rd (creation of ~20.2 ha lot for Ducks Unlimited)
Special Council Meeting
The Municipality of Tweed is holding a special meeting to receive presentations from bridge contractors. Council is exploring more economical technologies and costs for future bridge rehabilitation and replacement.
- Armtec presentation at 9:00 a.m.
- Lessard Welding presentation at 10:00 a.m.
Special Council Meeting
The Municipality of Tweed will hold a special council meeting for a closed session. The purpose is to discuss options related to a vacancy in the Administration Department and matters involving labour relations or employee negotiations.
- Closed meeting regarding an Administration Department vacancy
- Closed meeting regarding labour relations or employee negotiations
Council Meeting
The meeting includes public hearings for two zoning amendments on Hungerford Road. Council will also consider several new by-laws regarding traffic, parking, and a heritage reserve fund.
- Zoning Amendment ZA1/24: Setback reduction at 375 Hungerford Rd
- Zoning Amendment ZA2/24: Rezoning 948 East Hungerford Rd to Rural Residential
- By-law No. 2024-12: New regulations for traffic and parking in Tweed
- By-law No. 2024-09: Establishing a Heritage Centre Reserve Fund
- Request to trap, spay, and neuter feral cats at the Waste Disposal Site
Committee of Adjustment-Planning
The Committee of Adjustment-Planning is considering three severance applications to create or expand rural lots. These proposals involve lands on Marlbank Road, Concession 1, and Labarge Road. The committee will also appoint a Secretary-Treasurer.
- Severance Application B81/23: Lot addition at 2471 Marlbank Rd
- Severance Application B137.23: New rural lot at Concession 1
- Severance Application B2/24: New rural residential lot on Labarge Rd
- Appointment of Secretary-Treasurer
Council Meeting
The Council will review several by-laws including the 2024 municipal budget and updated fee schedules. Discussion items include a sidewalk plow purchase request, task force appointments, and lease renewals.
- By-law No. 2024-04: Adoption of the 2024 Municipal Budget
- By-law No. 2024-05: Impose fees and charges on persons for municipal services
- By-law No. 2024-06: Amendment to water and sewer charge billing
- By-law No. 2024-07: Establishment of staff wage scales through 2026
- Request to purchase a sidewalk plow
Special Council Meeting
The Municipality of Tweed is holding a special meeting for the public presentation of the 2024 Municipal Budget. The session is dedicated to presenting budget details to residents.
- Public presentation of the 2024 Municipal Budget
Special Council Meeting
The Municipality of Tweed will hold a special council meeting to conduct a closed session. The purpose is to discuss trade secrets or commercial and financial information supplied in confidence by a third party.
- Closed meeting pursuant to Section 239 (2) (i) of the Municipal Act, 2001
Council Meeting
The Council will consider several items including an interim tax levy and a request for electric vehicle fast charging stations. The meeting also includes departmental updates on public works, community development, and fire services.
- By-law No. 2024-02: Authorize an interim tax levy prior to 2024 estimates
- By-law No. 2024-01: Respecting the borrowing of money by the Municipality of Tweed
- Presentation regarding EV Fast Charging Stations in the Municipality of Tweed
- Request for a liquor sales licence for the Lager Dawg Invitational Hockey Tournament
- Request to place a construction bin on Spring St. during demolition at 301 Victoria St. N.