Township of Uxbridge public meetings in 2024
30 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Council Meeting
The Council will discuss several municipal reports, including a new pool grant application and a corporate website platform. The meeting includes delegations regarding a disc golf course at Quaker Commons Park and spay/neuter initiatives. Council is also considering several by-laws related to taxes, fees, and borrowing.
- By-law 2024-106 to authorize borrowing $5,000,000.00 for 2025 expenditures
- By-law 2024-103 for 2025 interim tax levies
- By-law 2024-105 to establish fees and charges for township property and services
- Proposal from Optimist Club for an 18-hole disc golf course at Quaker Commons Park
- Report RC-14/24 regarding a new pool and grant application
Accessibility Advisory Committee
The Accessibility Advisory Committee of the Township of Uxbridge will meet to approve minutes, discuss the 2025-2030 Multi-Year Accessibility Plan, and review a presentation on the Animal Shelter Drawings.
- Approval of October 29, 2024 minutes
- Presentation on Animal Shelter Drawings
- Discussion on 2025-2030 Multi-Year Accessibility Plan
- Review of Brock St and Toronto St pedestrian timings
- Discussion on 2025 meeting dates
Public Planning Meeting
The Planning Committee will review Township File No. Zoning By‑Law Amendment 2024‑08 for the King Street Parkette. The proposal seeks to change the site's zoning from Recreational (RE) to Residential First Density (R1) to permit residential uses. The committee will accept public comments and written submissions on the amendment. The meeting also includes standard procedural items such as call to order, disclosures of pecuniary interest, and other business.
- Zoning By‑Law Amendment 2024‑08 (King Street Parkette) – rezoning RE to R1
- Public participation – oral or written submissions accepted
- Attachments: submissions from Hanno Rein and Kennedy Self regarding the amendment
- Standard procedural items: call to order, disclosure of pecuniary interest, chairman’s remarks
- Other business – unspecified items
General Purpose and Administration Committee
The General Purpose and Administration Committee is discussing financial bylaws for 2025, including interim tax levies and temporary borrowing. The body is also reviewing proposed fee schedules for 2025 and 2026 across multiple municipal departments.
- Proposed 2025 and 2026 Fees and Charges for Administration, Animal Control, Development Services, Fire, Library, Public Works, and Treasury
- By-law to provide for 2025 Interim Tax Levies
- Request for a Temporary Borrowing By-law for 2025
- Proposed designation of the Udora United Church at 14800 Regional Road 1
- Grant application for Downtown Community Improvement Plan (CIP) at 54 Main Street S.
Special Council Meeting
The Council is meeting to discuss the 2025-2026 Operating Budget and Capital Investment Plan. The meeting also includes a report on financial disclosure requirements under Ontario Regulation 284/09.
- 2025-2026 Operating Budget and Capital Investment Plan (Report TR-27/24)
- Financial Disclosure Requirement – Ontario Regulation 284-09 (Report TR-25/24)
- Confirming by-law 2024-102
Finance Committee Budget Meeting
The Finance Committee will hold a budget review meeting, examining the township's overall finances. Items include a presentation on public works, township property, and parks and trails, as well as any unfinished business. No specific decisions or dollar amounts are listed in the agenda.
- Public Works, Township Property and Parks and Trails (presentation attached)
- Budget Review Presentation – November 28, 2024
- Unfinished Business
Finance Committee Budget Meeting
The Finance Committee will consider budget review presentations for General Government, Development Services and Fire; Library, Recreation, Culture & Tourism, Health & Safety, Arena and Facilities; and BIA and other financial items. The meeting also includes standard items such as call to order, disclosure of pecuniary interest, delegations, unfinished business, and adjournment.
- Presentation – Budget Review Meeting – General Government, Development Services and Fire
- Presentation – Budget Review Meeting – Library, Recreation, Culture & Tourism, Health & Safety, Arena and Facilities
- Presentation – Budget Review Meeting – BIA and other financial items
Council Meeting
The Township of Uxbridge Council will meet to approve agreements for a new animal shelter architect, office space at the Uxbridge Arena, and amendments to the traffic by-law. The meeting also includes presentations on the 2024 Slabtown Fest and the 2024 audit plan.
- Authorization for architect services for the new Animal Shelter
- Lease agreement with Precious Minds for office space at Uxbridge Arena
- Amendment to traffic by-law regarding fire routes
- Planning fees agreement with 123 Hwy 47 Inc.
- Agreement with Horsemen's Association for use of Elgin Park
General Purpose and Administration Committee
The General Purpose and Administration Committee will review financial operating results for September 2024. The body will also consider requests for event hosting at Elgin Park and a designation for a show at the Uxbridge Music Hall.
- Review of Operating Results – Actual to Budget – September 2024
- Request to host 'Run for the Diamond' and exclusive use of Elgin Park on June 22, 2025
- Request to designate 'Throwback Country Live' at Uxbridge Music Hall as a Municipally Significant event
- Report PWO-26/19 regarding the Goodwood Shed
- Correspondence regarding Uxpool refurbishment
General Purpose and Administration Committee
The General Purpose & Administration Committee will hear reports from several sub‑committees, including the Planning and Economic Development Committee’s review of the New Provincial Planning Statement for additional residential units. It will also consider a CAO report on recruiting film production to the township and a by‑law services third‑quarter statistical report. Additional items include a request to update veteran street names and implement uniform street signs with a poppy symbol.
- Review of New Provincial Planning Statement (Clarington PDS‑043‑24) on additional residential units
- CAO report on recruiting film production to the Township of Uxbridge (FilmProduction.pdf)
- By‑law Services Third Quarter Statistical Report (BL‑10‑24)
- Request to update veteran street name list and implement uniform street signs with poppy symbol (Veteran Street Names and Poppy Signs.pdf)
Accessibility Advisory Committee
The Accessibility Advisory Committee will hear a presentation on the Uxbridge Pool renovation, including a floor plan and rendered images from the Director of Community Services and the Aquatic Program Supervisor. The committee will also approve minutes from the August 27, 2024 meeting and consider follow‑up on an Accessibility Grant Program submission. Additional discussion items include accessible Halloween support, a possible invitation to explore Uxbridge Urban Provincial Park, and updates on facility accessibility design standards.
- Presentation on Uxbridge Pool Renovation – floor plan and rendered images (Amanda Ferraro, Colin Beyea)
- Accessibility Grant Program submission follow‑up (Kyle McFarlane, Golf Association of Ontario)
- Discussion of Accessible Halloween Support
- Invitation to explore Uxbridge Urban Provincial Park
- Facility Accessibility Design Standards – Clarington & Uxbridge
Council Meeting
The Uxbridge Council will review several reports, including a taxi by‑law amendment, tax adjustments under the Municipal Act, and a zoning amendment for 181 Ashworth Road. Delegations include a presentation from the Durham Regional Police Service Board and a fire‑invoice matter. The agenda also contains three Planning Fees Agreements, a Development Agreement with Good Life Developments, and a resolution on provincial updates to the Municipal Elections Act. The meeting will conclude with a confirming by‑law for the session.
- Resolution 2024-08 – AMCTO Provincial Updates to the Municipal Elections Act
- Taxi By‑law Number 2006‑227 – Proposed Amendment (BL‑09‑24)
- Zoning By‑law Amendment for 181 Ashworth Road (Report DS‑64‑24)
- Planning Fees Agreement with Oak Valley Health (2024‑091)
- Development Agreement with Good Life Developments Ltd. (2024‑093)
Special Council Meeting
The Township of Uxbridge Council is meeting to discuss and potentially adopt amendments to the Official Plan and Zoning By-law. These items specifically relate to the Downtown Revitalization Strategic Plan and Action Plan Implementation.
- By-law 2024-088: Amendment No. 73 to the Official Plan for Downtown Revitalization
- By-law 2024-089: Zoning By-law No. 81-19 amendment for Part Lots 30 and 31, Concessions 6 and 7
General Purpose and Administration Committee
The General Purpose and Administration Committee will review several land division applications and a sign by-law exemption. The meeting includes delegations regarding pool renovations, senior survey results, and a fire invoice. Members will also receive correspondence on local infrastructure and provincial health and election updates.
- Land Division Hearings for 15 Jonathan Street, 2320 Concession 4, and 3 Deerfoot Drive
- Sign By-law Exemption request for the Goodwood Community Centre Sign
- Proposed Zoning By-law amendment 2024-04 for Mason Homes Phase 2
- Request to install an LED sign on the Zephyr Hall
- Request to install bird diverters on hydro lines along Main Street adjacent to Elgin Pond
Public Planning Meeting
The Planning Committee will review Temporary Use By‑law Amendment 2024‑07 for 55 Anderson Boulevard, submitted by Guild Electric. The amendment seeks to permit outdoor storage on the property for a three‑year period starting October 7, 2024. Committee members may approve, reject, or request changes to the amendment after public comments.
- Temporary Use By‑law Amendment 2024‑07 – permits outdoor storage at 55 Anderson Blvd (Guild Electric) for three years (Oct 7 2024 – Oct 7 2027).
Special Council Meeting
The Township of Uxbridge Council will review Report DS-56-24 and discuss several by-law items. Items include a zoning by-law amendment (2024-085) for Guild Electric’s temporary use at 55 Anderson Blvd, a contract by-law (2024-086) authorizing work with Ratcliff Excavating for the South Balsam Pond Retrofit, and a confirming by-law (2024-087) for the meeting proceedings. Standard agenda items such as minutes approval, reports, and public comment periods are also on the agenda.
- 2024-085 – Zoning by-law amendment for temporary use at 55 Anderson Blvd (Guild Electric)
- 2024-086 – Contract authorizing Ratcliff Excavating for South Balsam Pond Retrofit (U24-09)
- Report DS-56-24 by Haley Dickson on the zoning amendment
- 2024-087 – By-law confirming the proceedings of this special meeting
- Resolution items (unspecified) scheduled for discussion
General Purpose and Administration Committee
The General Purpose & Administration Committee will hear reports from the Finance and Emergency Services, Heritage, Parks, Environment, Public Works, Planning and Administration committees, as well as a presentation of fire fighters’ long‑term service awards. It will consider a report on changing the township website provider and construction of a new website. The meeting consists mainly of committee reports, updates and public comment items.
- Report CL-27-24 – Change of Website Provider/Construction of a New Website
- Report PWO‑14‑24 – Reach Street Sidewalk at the Venetian Development
- Report PWO‑13‑24 – Proposed Speed Board Policy
- Report RC‑13‑24 – Alcohol Sales at Uxbridge Pioneers Hockey Games
- Report DS‑57‑24 – Downtown Revitalization Strategic Plan and Official Plan/Zoning By‑law Amendments (OPA 73, ZBA 2024‑06)
Council Meeting
The Uxbridge Council will consider several by‑laws, including two Planning Fees agreements with Guild Electric, an advertising recycling receptacle agreement, and a lease with DC Hockey Concepts for space in the community centre arena. It will also vote on the appointment of Evan Hampson as a Municipal Law Enforcement Officer. Additional delegation items include requests to sell alcohol at the community centre and arena, to add a taxi owners licence, and to install temporary lights for a high‑school football game.
- 2024-079 – Planning Fees Agreement with Guild Electric (Site Plan)
- 2024-080 – Planning Fees Agreement with Guild Electric (Zoning)
- 2024-081 – Appointment of Evan Hampson as Municipal Law Enforcement Officer
- 2024-082 – Agreement with Creative Outdoor Advertising for recycling receptacles
- 2024-083 – One‑year lease with DC Hockey Concepts for space in the Uxbridge Community Centre arena
Public Planning Meeting
The Planning Committee will review Zoning By-law Amendment 2024-04 submitted by Mason Homes (Uxbridge) Limited. The amendment seeks to rezone land currently in the Rural (RU) Zone to Residential Second Density Exception No. 35 (R2-35), Residential Multiple Density Exception No. 28 (RM-28) and Environmental Protection Exception No. 75 (EP-75) zones, with a Holding Provision pending water and sewer capacity confirmation by the Region of Durham. The property lies east of Centre Road, west of Main Street North and north of Mason Homes Park, and is also the subject of a concurrent Draft Plan of Subdivision (Regional File No. S-U-2024-01). Public comments will be accepted before the committee decides on the amendment.
- Rezoning from Rural (RU) Zone to R2-35, RM-28, and EP-75 zones
- Holding Provision restricting use until Durham Region confirms water and sewer capacity
- Location: east side of Centre Road, west side of Main Street North, north of Mason Homes Park
- Concurrent Draft Plan of Subdivision application with Region of Durham (Regional File No. S-U-2024-01)
- Public comment period and attached meeting notice and presentation documents
Public Planning Meeting
The Planning Committee will consider Township File No. Zoning By‑law Amendment 2024‑05 (ZBA‑2024‑05) submitted by Dale Long. The amendment seeks to change the Zoning By‑law to allow a secondary unit within an accessory building on 181 Ashworth Rd, a property in the Prime Agricultural Area and zoned Rural (RU). The committee will hear public comments and discuss the purpose and effect of the proposed amendment.
- Zoning By‑law Amendment 2024‑05 – permit a secondary unit in an accessory building at 181 Ashworth Rd
General Purpose and Administration Committee
The General Purpose & Administration Committee will review several reports and presentations, including the adoption of the Community Tourism Plan, the 2025 Community Service Rates by-law, and a cost‑sharing MOU for a Family Physician Recruitment Program. It will also consider updates on the South Balsam Pond retrofit and multiple land‑division applications. Public comments are scheduled throughout the meeting.
- Adoption of Community Tourism Plan (RC‑10/24)
- Community Service Rates for 2025 (RC‑11/24)
- Family Physician Recruitment Program – Cost Sharing MOU
- South Balsam Pond Retrofit award recommendation
- Land Division Applications: 12 Pine Street; 50 Third Avenue South; 6179 Concession 7; 15 Jonathan Street
Public Planning Meeting
The Planning Committee is discussing Official Plan Amendment 73 and Zoning By-law Amendment 2024-06. These changes aim to implement the Downtown Revitalization Strategic Plan & Action Plan to create a pedestrian-focused downtown.
- Official Plan Amendment (OPA 73) and Zoning By-law Amendment (ZBA 2024-06)
- Proposed regulations for non-residential uses on ground floors of buildings on Toronto Street and Main Street
- Revised approach to building height and design
- New direction regarding a Town Square
- Policies for the maintenance and incorporation of heritage buildings into new development
Council Meeting
The council will consider two by‑law motions authorizing planning fees agreements with Popular Car Wash Uxbridge Inc. and Sremos Developments Inc. for properties on Main Street North and Victoria Street North. Additional agenda items include presentations from the environmental advisory committee, a request to host a musical event at the Uxbridge Music Hall, and a noise‑by‑law exemption request for a wedding. The meeting also covers routine correspondence, reports, and the confirmation of council proceedings.
- By‑law 2024-076 – Planning Fees Agreement with Popular Car Wash Uxbridge Inc. for land at 150 Main St. N., Uxbridge
- By‑law 2024-077 – Planning Fees Agreement with Sremos Developments Inc. for land at 14 Victoria St. North, Uxbridge
- Presentation of nominations for the Environmental Heroes Award 2024 and the Brook Never Sleeps event
- Request to host the musical event “All My Friends Are Cool” at the Uxbridge Music Hall (Sept 29–Oct 6, 2024) and adjust the fee schedule
- Noise by‑law exemption request for a wedding at 2379 Concession Road 3 on Sept 14, 2024
Council Meeting
The Township of Uxbridge Council is meeting to discuss financial reports, a proposed 2025 budget timetable, and several site alteration permits. The body will also consider zoning amendments and lease agreements for municipal properties.
- Zoning By-law Amendment for a second residential unit at 471 Wagg Road
- Lease Agreement with Oak Valley Health for a helipad at 355 Main Street North
- Proposed transfer of land north of Parratt Road Industrial Park to Uxbridge Urban Provincial Park
- Planning Fees Agreements with Mason Homes and Dale Long (181 Ashworth Road)
- Review of Centre Road Revised Corridor Study and Elgin Park Dr. speed limit/trail crossing
Special Council Meeting
The Uxbridge Township Council will review a proposal to amend Traffic By-law 2013-184 (BL-07-24) and the accompanying Traffic Amendment By-law 2024-66. A confirming by‑law (2024-067) will also be presented to validate the special meeting proceedings. The meeting includes routine items such as call to order, disclosures, minutes approval, and reports.
- BL-07-24 Proposal for Amendment to Traffic By-law (PDF attachment)
- 2024-66 Traffic Amendment By-law to amend By-law 2013-184 (PDF attachment)
- 2024-067 Confirming By‑law to confirm the special meeting proceedings (PDF attachment)
- Report BL-07/24 from Hilary Williams, Director of By‑Law and Animal Services
- Standard agenda items: call to order, disclosures, minutes approval, reports
Council Meeting
The meeting includes reviewing correspondence regarding the Lafarge Pit Expansion and provincial planning updates. Council will consider a land exchange with the Lunn family and a zoning amendment for 67 Anderson Boulevard. Additionally, the agenda covers the appointment of a project manager for a new animal shelter.
- Zoning amendment to lift the 'H' symbol at 67 Anderson Boulevard
- Appointment of a Project Manager for Phase I of the New Animal Shelter
- Renewal of a five-year Can-Net Station Host Agreement with Cansel Survey Equipment Inc.
- Land exchange agreement between the Township and Brent and Kimberly Lunn
- Indexing of Township of Uxbridge Development Charges
Council Meeting
The Township of Uxbridge Council is meeting to consider several regulatory updates and financial reports. Key items include the adoption of a new Energy Conservation Demand Management Plan and amendments to the Municipal Servicing Allocation Policy. The agenda also includes discussions on regulating non-native wild animals and reviewing annual financial statements.
- Adoption of the 2024-2029 Energy Conservation Demand Management Plan
- Amendment to the Municipal Servicing Allocation Policy for the Uxbridge Urban Area
- Resolution regarding the restriction of non-native wild animals and zoo licensing
- Planning Fees Agreement with Lafarge Canada Inc. at 4900 Concession Road 4
- Proposal for a new Boulevard Maintenance By-law
Public Planning Meeting
The Planning Committee is reviewing applications for Official Plan Amendment 72 and Zoning By-law Amendment 2024-02. The proposal by Lafarge Canada Inc. seeks to extend an existing aggregate operation at 4900 Concession Road 4. This includes rezoning the property from Rural (RU) to Rural Resource Extraction (M3).
- Official Plan Amendment 72 (OPA 72)
- Zoning By-law Amendment No. 2024-02 (ZBA 2024-02)
- Rezoning of 4900 Concession Road 4 from Rural (RU) to Rural Resource Extraction (M3)
- Proposed extension of an existing aggregate operation by Lafarge Canada Inc.
General Purpose and Administration Committee
The committee will review the 2024 Asset Management Plan for Non-Core Assets and the 2023 OMAFRA Annual Report Card. The agenda also includes discussions on cemetery road reconstruction, waste bin sales, and a special event permit.
- 2024 Asset Management Plan for Non-Core Assets presentation
- Cemetery Road Reconstruction report
- Sale of Blue Boxes and Green Bins report
- Special Event Permit – Slabtown Cider Co. 5th Anniversary
- FCM Community Building Retrofit Program report
Council Meeting
The Uxbridge Council will consider declaring King Street Parkette surplus and reviewing its proposed sale. The agenda also includes discussions on amending the Kennel By-Law and authorizing a 9-1-1 agreement with the Region of Durham.
- Declaring King Street Parkette surplus and discussing its proposed sale
- By-law 2024-050: Authorizing a Durham 9-1-1 Agreement
- Recommendations to amend the Kennel By-Law
- Special event permit request for Slabtown Cider Co. (August 23-25, 2024)
- By-law 2024-051: Planning Fees Agreement for 29 Maple Street