West Lincoln Township public meetings in 2024
30 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Council
The West Lincoln Township Council will approve the 2025 Interim Tax By-law and consider several zoning by-law amendments, including for properties at 5377 Elcho Road and 1985 Hodgkins Road. The meeting will also confirm minutes from previous committee sessions and authorize an agreement with the Regional Municipality of Niagara.
- By-law 2024-83: 2025 Interim Tax Levy
- By-law 2024-86: Zoning amendment for 5377 Elcho Road
- By-law 2024-87: Zoning amendment for 1985 Hodgkins Road
- By-law 2024-88: Agreement with Niagara Region
- By-law 2024-82: Consolidated User Fees and Charges 2025
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee will consider a Minor Variance application (A24/2024WL) to permit a new private garage at 2286 Caistor Centre Road, seeking a reduced interior side setback of 2 m instead of the required 7.5 m in an Agricultural ‘A’ zone. The meeting will also approve the hearing minutes from November 27, August 28, and June 26, 2024.
- Minor variance application A24/2024WL for 2286 Caistor Centre Road – garage relocation and setback relief request
- Approval of November 27, 2024 Committee of Adjustment hearing minutes
- Approval of August 28, 2024 Committee of Adjustment hearing minutes
- Approval of June 26, 2024 Committee of Adjustment hearing minutes
All Committees Meeting (Including Public Meetings)
The council will consider an application to amend the zoning bylaw for 1985 Hodgkins Road. It will also review a two‑year Service Level Agreement with the Niagara Region for planning services, a delegated authority by‑law, a consolidated user‑fees by‑law effective Jan 1 2025, and a land‑transfer declaration for Concession 3 Road. Additionally, a $60,000 budget amendment for operations and maintenance manuals will be considered.
- Zoning Bylaw Amendment for 1985 Hodgkins Road (Concession 5, Part Lot 9)
- Two‑year Service Level Agreement with Niagara Regional for planning services
- Delegated Authority By‑law (draft) for council approval
- Consolidated User Fees and Charges By‑law effective Jan 1 2025
- $60,000 budget amendment for CLI‑ECA operations and maintenance manuals (funded $30,000 from Capital Reserve and $30,000 from Sewer Reserve)
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment will consider a minor variance application (A23/2024WL) to permit a 130.16 m² garage addition at 7948 Concession 7 Road, seeking relief from the township’s Zoning By‑Law 2017‑70 which limits garage width to 9.2 m. The Committee will also vote to approve the hearing minutes from July 24, September 25, and October 30, 2024.
- Minor variance A23/2024WL for a 130.16 m² garage addition at 7948 Concession 7 Road (proposed width 16.2 m, exceeds bylaw limit of 9.2 m)
- Approval of July 24, 2024 Committee of Adjustment hearing minutes
- Approval of September 25, 2024 Committee of Adjustment hearing minutes
- Approval of October 30, 2024 Committee of Adjustment hearing minutes
Council
Council is meeting to adopt several by-laws regarding zoning amendments and municipal appointments. The body will also review minutes from previous committee meetings and hold a closed session regarding a nomination for Peninsula West Power Inc.
- By-law 2024-77: Rezoning for Ross Robins-Evelyn Duck
- By-law 2024-76: Housekeeping amendment to Zoning By-law No. 2017-70
- By-law 2024-78: Appointment of Tim Hofsink as Acting Fire Chief
- By-law 2024-79: Appointment of Katelyn Repovs as Treasurer
- By-law 2024-80: Appointment of Donna DeFilippis as Acting Deputy Treasurer
Corporate Services Committee
The Administration/Finance/Fire Committee is reviewing a budget amendment for asset management and a financial update for the third quarter of 2024. The body is also receiving reports on organizational restructuring and fire department activities.
- Budget Amendment BA2024-12 for $60,000 for Asset Management Plan Phase 3
- Funding of $5,088 for the 2020 Smithville North Drain assessment update
- Quarter 3 Financial Update for September 2024
- Information Report CAO-05-2024 regarding Organizational Restructuring
- October 2024 Monthly Update from the Fire Chief
Infrastructure Committee
The Public Works & Recreation Committee will consider three staff reports. It will endorse a 2024 Memorandum of Understanding for engineering services in Niagara, direct public engagement on designating Canada fleabane as a local noxious weed, and accept a three‑year fuel supply tender from Canada Clean Fuels Inc. The meeting also includes standard procedural items and an opportunity for public comments.
- Endorse the 2024 Memorandum of Understanding for Engineering Function and Review in Niagara
- Direct public engagement on designating Canada fleabane (Conyza Canadensis) as a local noxious weed
- Accept the tender from Canada Clean Fuels Inc. for supply and delivery of fuel products for a three‑year term ending September 2027
- No appointments or presentations scheduled
- No consent agenda items
Growth and Sustainability Committee
The Planning/Building/Environmental Committee is considering several zoning by-law amendments and a draft plan extension. The body is also reviewing a contract award for a rural employment land use study.
- Zoning By-law Amendment for 7395 Twenty Road (File No. 1601-004-24)
- Housekeeping By-law Amendment No. 8 (File No. 1601-005-24)
- One-year extension of Draft Plan Approval for Crossings on the Twenty North Condominium
- Contract award to WSP Group Inc. for the Fulton Rural Employment Land Use Project
- Public meeting regarding zoning by-law amendment for 5357 and 5377 Elcho Road
Committee of Adjustment
The West Lincoln Township Committee of Adjustment will consider a minor variance for an agricultural storage building, a farmland boundary adjustment, and a request to remove a condition from a previous consent.
- Minor Variance for 4203 Elcho Road (891 sqm storage building)
- Boundary adjustment for 5357 and 5377 Elcho Road (2.03 ha farmland)
- Change of condition request for Consent B08/202WL (TeBrake)
Council
The West Lincoln Township Council met to confirm minutes and adopt nine by-laws, including authorization for the demolition of Fire Station 2, the imposition of development charges, and an agreement with Peninsula Construction Inc. for the 2024 guiderail program.
- By-law 2024-67: Authorizes demolition of Fire Station 2
- By-law 2024-70: Imposes Development Charges
- By-law 2024-73: Authorizes agreement with Peninsula Construction for guiderail program
- By-law 2024-74: Establishes public highway on Concession 2 Road
- By-law 2024-71: Amends zoning by-law for William and Cathy Vitucci
Infrastructure Committee
The Public Works & Recreation Committee is meeting to discuss infrastructure updates and facility leases. Key items include a road land transfer and a tender award for guiderail replacements.
- Awarding a $341,292.00 contract (excluding HST) to Peninsula Construction Inc. for the 2024 Guiderail Replacement Program
- Proposed $20,000.00 budget amendment (BA2024-10) funded by the Bridge Reserve
- Proposed by-law to declare parts of 996 Abingdon Road on Concession 2 Road and Abingdon Road as a Public Highway
- Renewal of the Concession Stand Lease Agreement at the West Lincoln Community Centre with the Minor Hockey Association (WNMHA)
Corporate Services Committee
The Administration/Finance/Fire Committee is reviewing a proposed by-law for development charges and an updated interest policy. The body is also considering the approval of the 2024 Asset Management Plan. Additionally, the committee will process resignations from municipal advisory boards.
- Proposed By-Law 2024-70, Imposition of Development Charges
- 2024 Asset Management Plan approval
- Development Charges Interest Policy (POL-T-01-2022) update
- Resignation of Danielle Stoyls from West Lincoln Heritage Committee
- Resignation of Reighan Van Duzen from Mayor's Youth Advisory Committee
Growth and Sustainability Committee
The Planning/Building/Environmental Committee is reviewing proposed regulations for backyard chickens and modifications to the Clean Yard By-law. The body is also considering zoning amendments and the removal of a provincial highway bypass from local planning.
- Proposed by-law for backyard chickens regarding limits, locations, and waste disposal
- Zoning By-law Amendment for 5447 Regional Road 20 (William and Cathy Vitucci)
- Zoning By-law Amendment for 7395 Twenty Road (Ross Robins)
- Proposed minor modifications to the Clean Yard By-law
- Extension of Draft Plan Approval for Smithville West Dunloe and Thrive subdivisions
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment will consider four minor‑variance applications for 1 Tara Place, 7125 Young Street, and 4040 Concession 4 Road, and a consent application to sever a farm dwelling at 1985 Hodgkins Road. The minor‑variance requests seek changes to setbacks, garage dimensions, and accessory‑building distances. The consent request proposes to split 0.613 ha (1.51 acres) from a larger farm, with zoning conditions for the severed parcel and the remaining 21.1 ha (52.14 acres). Decisions will be recorded in the meeting minutes.
- Minor variance A19/2024WL – accessory building (40.88 m²) at 1 Tara Place, setback 1 m vs required 2 m
- Minor variance A20/2024WL – garage width 12.2 m and door height 4.6 m for new dwelling at 7125 Young Street
- Minor variance A21/2024WL – detached garage (9.14 m × 15.24 m) and storage building (139.3 m²) at 4040 Concession 4 Road, distance relief from zoning limits
- Consent B08/2024WL – severance of 0.613 ha (1.51 acres) farm dwelling at 1985 Hodgkins Road, leaving 21.1 ha (52.14 acres) farmland with Rural Residential and Agricultural Purposes Only zoning conditions
Council
Council is meeting to adopt several by-laws, including an amendment to the Official Plan and multiple road allowance conveyances. The body will also review a final report from the Ontario Ombudsman and approve an agreement for trail reconstruction.
- By-Law 2024-57: Official Plan Amendment No. 57 for the Spring Creek Secondary Plan
- By-Law 2024-56: Agreement with Stevensville Lawn Service Inc. for Murgatroyd Trail reconstruction
- By-Laws 2024-58 through 2024-64: Road allowance closures and conveyances at Attercliffe
- By-Law 2024-65: Appointment of Tim Carr as Municipal By-law Enforcement and Property Standards Officer
- Acceptance of the Ontario Ombudsman Final Report dated September 18, 2024
Corporate Services Committee
The Administration/Finance/Fire Committee will consider several items, including a request for a fireworks display at 2906 South Grimsby Road 8 on September 20, 2024, and the approval of a demolition contract for Fire Station #2. The committee will receive information reports on the 2023 Development Charges, the 2025 budget process, and the August 2024 fire department update. It will also approve the township’s winter break operating schedule and related facility closures.
- Approve Niagara Pallet’s request for a fireworks display at 2906 South Grimsby Road 8 on September 20, 2024
- Accept York 1 Demolition’s RFP for Fire Station #2 demolition, approve Option A for $78,400 plus HST, and authorize a by‑law to enter the agreement
- Receive Treasurer’s Annual Statement for 2023 Development Charges for information
- Receive Information Report on the 2025 Budget Process and Schedule for information
- Approve winter break operating schedule, including closure of the Administration Building on Dec 27, 30‑31, 2024 and other facility hours
Infrastructure Committee
The committee will receive Recommendation Report PW-22-2024 and approve the award of the Murgatroyd Trail reconstruction contract to Stevensville Lawn Service Inc. for $167,987 (excluding HST). It will also approve an engineering agreement with Kerry T. Howe Engineering Limited for contract administration and inspection services up to $25,000 (excluding HST). Additionally, the committee will receive an information report noting the withdrawal of the Mill Creek Municipal Drain petition.
- Award contract to Stevensville Lawn Service Inc. for Murgatroyd Trail reconstruction – $167,987 (excl. HST)
- Engineering agreement with Kerry T. Howe Engineering Limited for contract administration/inspection – up to $25,000 (excl. HST)
- Information report on withdrawn Mill Creek Municipal Drain petition (PW-21-2024)
- Verbal updates from members of boards and committees (Item PW32-24)
- Other informative business items from council members (Item PW33-24)
Growth and Sustainability Committee
The Growth and Sustainability Committee will consider staff reports to close, convey and sell a portion of an unopened road allowance adjacent to Lots 1 and 2, Concession 1, South Boundary (Attercliffe), and to approve Official Plan Amendment No. 57 for the Spring Creek Heights Secondary Plan. The committee is asked to receive the reports, approve the amendment and its implementation by‑law, and authorize the conveyances to the listed adjacent property owners. It will also consider initiating a zoning by‑law amendment for urban and rural boundary expansion.
- PD‑37‑2024 – Permanently close, convey and sell a portion of unopened road allowance adjacent to Lots 1 & 2, Concession 1, South Boundary (Attercliffe)
- PD‑40‑2024 – Approval of Official Plan Amendment No. 57 (Spring Creek Heights Secondary Plan) and related implementation by‑law
- PD‑41‑2024 – Technical report to initiate a zoning by‑law amendment for urban and rural settlement boundary expansion
- Verbal update on Parks and Recreation Master Plan
- Other business matters of an informative nature
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment is meeting to consider several applications for land severances and minor variances. These requests include boundary adjustments for residential development and relief from zoning bylaws regarding building setbacks and lot frontage.
- B05/2024WL: Severance application for 5324 Canborough Road to create two parcels of 1 acre and 1.80 acres
- B06/2024WL: Boundary adjustment at 131 St. Catharines Street to sever ±2,378.5 square metres for residential development
- B07/2024WL: Boundary adjustment at 141 Mill Street to sever ±735.7 square metres for natural heritage maintenance
- A17/2024WL: Minor variance for a new home on Canborough Road to allow a garage to project 5.79 metres closer to the front lot line
- A18/2024WL: Minor variance for 5324 Canborough Road regarding front yard setbacks and a lot frontage of 12.88 metres
Special Council
The Special Council will conduct an appeal hearing on a muzzle order issued under By-law 2023-54 after a dog incident on July 4, 2024. Evidence, statements, and public input will be reviewed before the Appeal Committee renders a decision. A closed‑session portion will address confidential matters related to potential litigation.
- Appeal hearing of muzzle order under By-law 2023-54 (dog incident July 4, 2024)
- Review of evidence including incident report, photos, and the original muzzle order
- Statements and questioning of Niagara SPCA Animal Control Officer David Scanlan and appellant Dan Templeton
- Public input and opportunity for questions from council members and witnesses
- Closed‑session resolution on the muzzle order due to potential litigation
Council (includes All Committees)
Council is deciding on a by-election for a vacant Ward 3 seat and reviewing several planning and development applications. The meeting also includes updates from the Niagara Regional Police and reports on stormwater management assessments.
- Approval of up to $30,000 from Contingency Reserve to fund the Ward 3 by-election
- Approval of By-law 2024-54 for a garden suite temporary use zoning amendment at 4961 Canborough Road
- One-year extension of Draft Plan of Condominium approval for 167 St. Catharines Street
- Discussion on a Service Level Agreement for planning expertise with the Region of Niagara
- Presentation on Stormwater Management Facility Assessments by Matrix Solutions Inc.
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment will consider five applications, including four minor variance requests for properties on Grassie Road, South Grimsby Road 19, Wade Road, and Sixteen Road, and one consent application for a farm dwelling severance at Regional Road 20. Each request seeks relief from specific setback, lot coverage, or zoning requirements under the Township’s Zoning By-law 2017-70. The Committee will vote on these applications after standard disclosures and procedural items.
- A13/2024WL – Kordic – 3227 Grassie Road – minor variance for a 189.5 m² agricultural accessory building and a covered front porch, seeking reduced interior side yard setback (3.6 m vs 7.5 m) and front yard setback (6.2 m vs 15 m).
- A14/2024WL – Blokker – 2931 South Grimsby Road 19 – minor variance to meet lot area and frontage requirements for retained lands (approximately 3.35 ha, 13 m frontage) after a related conditional consent.
- A15/2024WL – Haining & Cook – 56 Wade Road – minor variance for an accessory building (total lot coverage 113 m² vs 100 m² limit) and a 3 m exterior side setback (vs 6 m).
- A16/2024WL – Gestion Queylus Inc. – 3651 Sixteen Road – minor variance for a 911 m² addition to a winery, a 15 m front yard setback (vs 20 m minimum) and a second loading dock located within the required front yard.
- B04/2024WL – William and Cathleen Vitucci – 5447 Regional Road 20 – consent application to sever a 1.25‑acre farm dwelling parcel, retaining 57.5 acres of farmland, with zoning conditions requiring Rural Residential (RUR) for the severed parcel and Agricultural Purposes Only (APO) for the retained farmland.
Council (includes All Committees)
West Lincoln Council is meeting to determine how to fill a vacant councillor position for Ward 3 and review the 2023 audited financial statements. The body will also consider zoning amendments and budget allocations for infrastructure and equipment.
- Decision on filling the vacancy for one Councillor position in Ward Three
- Approval of 2023 Draft Audited Financial Statements and Audit Findings
- Proposed use of $150,000 from 2023 Accumulated Operating Surplus for the 2025 Operating Budget
- Tender award of $110,439.20 (plus HST) to Premier Equipment for a John Deere 1600 mower
- Budget amendment of $80,000 for reconstruction detail design of Lincoln St., Welland St., and Niagara St.
All Committees Meeting (Including Public Meetings)
The agenda for the West Lincoln Township All Committees meeting on July 15, 2024 contains no detailed items. All fields are empty, indicating only boilerplate or procedural information. No decisions, discussions, or public hearing topics are specified.
Committee of Adjustment
The West Lincoln Committee of Adjustment will meet on June 26, 2024, to consider three minor variance applications. These requests involve an accessory dwelling unit, driveway width, and a machinery shed.
- Accessory dwelling unit variances at 3583 Regional Road 12 (Grimsby Road)
- Driveway width increase to 8.77 metres at 88 Anastasia Boulevard
- Permit a 50' x 80' machinery shed at 6025 Silver Street
Council
The West Lincoln Township Council will meet to adopt various by-laws, including amendments to development charges and a road closing. The agenda also includes the declaration of a vacancy for the Ward 3 Council seat. Additionally, council will review a noise exemption request for a wedding on Canborough Road.
- Declaration of vacancy for the Ward 3 Council seat
- Adoption of By-law 2024-44 with Circle P Paving Inc.
- Noise exemption request for 6696 Canborough Road
- Amendment to Development Charges By-Law (By-law 2024-42)
- Permanent road closing via By-law 2024-46
Corporate Services Committee
The Committee is reviewing a recommendation to provide grant funding up to $4,524,850 for the West Lincoln Memorial Hospital project. This includes a proposal to issue debentures of $2,670,950. The agenda also addresses committee resignations and updates to development charge by-laws.
- Grant funding up to $4,524,850 for West Lincoln Memorial Hospital construction
- Approval of a $2,670,950 debenture issue for the hospital project
- Resignations of Kathy Wetselaar and Martina Jol from the West Lincoln Heritage Committee
- Amendment to remove the expiry date from the Development Charges By-Law
- May 2024 monthly update from the West Lincoln Fire Department
Infrastructure Committee
The committee is reviewing several infrastructure and equipment proposals. This includes authorizing a paving contract and the purchase of a new tractor. An update on municipal drain maintenance is also scheduled for review.
- $216,200 contract with Circle P Paving Inc. for hot mix spot repairs and Fire Hall parking lot
- $278,395 purchase of a 2024 tractor with attachments from Premier Equipment Ltd.
- $84,000 budget amendment to fund the tractor purchase via the Equipment Reserve
- Dissolution of the Santa Claus Parade Committee
- Information report on Fifteen Mile Municipal Drain Maintenance
Special Council
The West Lincoln Township Special Council is meeting to adopt several by-laws. These include the appointment of Truper McBride as Chief Administrative Officer and Deputy Clerk, along with a new regulation for cemetery management.
- Appointment of Truper McBride as Chief Administrative Officer
- Appointment of Truper McBride as Deputy Clerk
- Authorization of CAO employment contract
- New Cemetery By-law governing township cemeteries
Growth and Sustainability Committee
The committee is reviewing a recommendation to approve a zoning by-law amendment for the Staples property on Range Road 2. The agenda also includes updates on residential lot inventory and road-related changes in Wellandport and Gainsborough Ward.
- Zoning By-law Amendment for Range Road 2 (Staples application)
- Residential Lot Inventory Update 2024 report
- Road widening conveyance at 5042 Regional Road 63
- Road closing between lots 31 and 32, Concession 6