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WoolwichON averageStatCan 2021 Census
Population
26,999
Median household income
$115,000
Median home value
$755,000
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Tue Aug 25, 2026 · Tuesday, August 25, 2026 - Call to Order: 7:00 p.m.

Regular Meeting of Council

Woolwich Council agenda has only procedural items

This meeting agenda contains only technical boilerplate and no substantive agenda items. No public hearings, rezoning, contracts, or other decisions are listed for discussion.

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Tue Sep 15, 2026 · Tuesday, September 15, 2026 - Call to Order: 7:00 p.m.

Regular Meeting of Council

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Thu Sep 17, 2026 · 6:00 PM

Technical Remediation Advisory Committee (TRAC)

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Tue Sep 29, 2026 · Tuesday, September 29, 2026 - Call to Order: 7:00 p.m.

Regular Meeting of Council

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Tue Oct 6, 2026 · Tuesday, October 06, 2026 - Call to Order: 7:00 p.m.

Regular Meeting of Council

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Tue Nov 3, 2026 · Tuesday, November 03, 2026 - Call to Order: 7:00 p.m.

Regular Meeting of Council

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Tue Dec 1, 2026 · Tuesday, December 01, 2026 - Call to Order: 7:00 p.m.

Regular Meeting of Council

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Thu Dec 10, 2026 · 6:00 PM

Technical Remediation Advisory Committee (TRAC)

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Tue Dec 15, 2026 · Tuesday, December 15, 2026 - Call to Order: 7:00 p.m.

Regular Meeting of Council

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Thu Aug 20, 2026 · Thursday, August 20, 2026 - Call to Order: 7:00 p.m.

Special Council

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Tue Aug 11, 2026 · Tuesday, August 11, 2026 - Call to Order: 7:00 p.m.

Regular Meeting of Council

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Tue Jun 23, 2026 · Tuesday, June 23, 2026 - Call to Order: 7:00 p.m.

Regular Meeting of Council

Council approves new water allocation policy and related by-laws

Woolwich Council will vote on a new water allocation policy, approve a $162,738 road maintenance contract, and discontinue the Elmira sidewalk snow clearing program while adding $85,000 to the 2027 budget. The meeting also includes public presentations on the Gateway Employment Lands Official Plan amendment and a train whistle cessation motion, alongside updates on cemetery regulations and climate action.

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Agenda Agenda Revised Agenda Open Video in new Window Video Township of Woolwich Regular Meeting of Council Agenda Council Chambers - with YouTube Livestream 24 Church Street West, Elmira ON, N3B 2Z6 Tuesday, June 23, 2026 Call to Order: 7:00 p.m. Council Chambers 24 Church Street West, Elmira ON, N3B 2Z6 1. Approval of Agenda (6:00pm)   2. Closed Session   2.1 Public Resolution to Move Into Closed Session   Recommended Resolution: That the Council of the Township of Woolwich convenes in closed session on June 23rd, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. in accordance with section 239 of the Municipal Act, 2001 , for the purposes of considering the following: for the purpose of educating or training the members (Water Allocation Training); litigation or potential litigation, including matters before administrative tribunals, affecting the municipality or local board/ personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees (Property Enforcement Matter) ; and  for the purpose of educating or training the members (Live Barn Training). 3. Call to Order (7:00 p.m.)   3.1 Roll Call   3.2 Public Resolution to Reconvene in Open Session   Recommended Resolution: That Council reconvenes in …
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Thu Jun 18, 2026 · 6:00 PM

Technical Remediation Advisory Committee (TRAC)

Committee reviews creek contamination clean-up and risk assessment

The Technical Remediation Advisory Committee will receive an update on offsite contamination clean-up progress and a creek risk assessment from Integral Consulting. They will also discuss the 2028 order deadline and consider environmental impacts on the Elmira aquifer. Correspondence includes LANXESS monthly progress reports and a biomonitoring amendment approval from the Ministry of Environment.

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Agenda Agenda Revised Agenda Open Video in new Window Video Technical Remediation Advisory Committee Agenda Thursday, June 18, 2026 6 :00 P . m . - 8 :00 P . m . Council Chambers - Hybrid with YouTube Recording 24 Church Street West, Elmira, ON, N3B 2Z6 Chair: Councillor Nathan Cadeau 1. Land Acknowledgement   2. Disclosures of Pecuniary Interest   3. Approval of Previous Minutes   1. TRAC - 2026 April Minutes (DRAFT).pdf 4. Delegations   5. Offsite Contamination Clean-Up Progress and Creek Risk Assessment Updates   5.1 Creek Risk Assessment    1. 2026 June Integral TRAC Presentation Rev 1.pdf Jennifer Lyndall, Integral Consulting 6. 2028 Order Deadline   7. Other Business   7.1 2026 Meeting Dates and Draft Agenda Items   1. 2026 Proposed TRAC Meeting Schedule and Draft Agenda Items.pdf 7.2 Consideration of Environmental Impacts on Potential Future Use of the Elmira Aquifer   8. Correspondence   8.1 LANXESS Canada Co./Cie March & April Monthly Progress Reports   1. 2026_-_LANXESS_Monthly_Progress_Report_-_March.pdf 2. 2026_-_LANXESS_Monthly_Progress_Report_-_April.pdf 8.2 Corrections regarding the 2025 Annual Monit …
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Tue Jun 16, 2026 · Tuesday, June 16, 2026 - Call to Order: 7:00 p.m.

Special Council

Woolwich Council to hold closed session for development charge training

This special council meeting will begin with a closed session to discuss development charge training, followed by open session business including a by-law to confirm council actions and a review of a development charge reduction program application.

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Agenda Agenda Revised Agenda Open Video in new Window Video Township of Woolwich Special Council Agenda Council Chambers - with YouTube Livestream 24 Church Street West, Elmira ON, N3B 2Z6 Tuesday, June 16, 2026 Call to Order: 7:00 p.m. Council Chambers - Hybrid with YouTube Livestream 24 Church Street West, Elmira ON, N3B 2Z6 Chair: Mayor Sandy Shantz 1. Approval of Agenda (6:00 p.m.)   2. Closed Session   2.1 Public Resolution to Move Into Closed Session   Recommended Resolution: That the Council of the Township of Woolwich convenes in closed session on  June 16, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. in accordance with section 239 of the Municipal Act, 2001 , for the purposes of considering the following: educating or training the members (Development Charges Training). 3. Call to Order (7:00 p.m.)   3.1 Roll Call   3.2 Public Resolution to Reconvene in Open Session   Recommended Resolution: That Council reconvenes in open session. 3.3 Land Acknowledgement   3.4 Disclosures of Pecuniary Interest   4. Council (Chair: Mayor Shantz)   4.1 Items to Come Forward from Closed Session   4.2 Council Business   4.2.1 Development Charge …
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Tue Jun 9, 2026 · Tuesday, June 09, 2026 - Call to Order: 7:00 p.m.

Regular Meeting of Council

Council to consider ending train whistle at St. Jacobs crossing

Council will hold a public delegation on a motion to cease train whistling at the King Street crossing in St. Jacobs, pending safety upgrades. They will also vote on awarding contracts for bridge replacements on South Field Drive ($146,861) and Cox Creek Road ($295,087 + $60,000). Other decisions include reallocating $24,885 for EV charging stations and approving a $25,000 tourism grant change.

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Agenda Agenda Revised Agenda Open Video in new Window Video Township of Woolwich Regular Meeting of Council Agenda Council Chambers - with YouTube Livestream 24 Church Street West, Elmira ON, N3B 2Z6 Tuesday, June 09, 2026 Call to Order: 7:00 p.m. Council Chambers - Hybrid with YouTube Livestream 24 Church Street West, Elmira ON, N3B 2Z6 Chair: Mayor Sandy Shantz 1. Approval of Agenda (6:00 p.m.)   2. Closed Session   2.1 Public Resolution to Move Into Closed Session   Recommended Resolution: That the Council of the Township of Woolwich convenes in closed session on June 9th, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. in accordance with section 239 of the Municipal Act, 2001 , for the purposes of considering the following: educating or training the members (Water Allocation Training); educating or training the members (Development Charges Training); and personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees (Staffing Matter). 3. Call to Order (7:00 p.m.)   3.1 Roll Call   3.2 Public Resolution to Reconvene in Open Session   Recommended Resolution: That Council reconvenes in open session. 3.3 Chair's Opening Remarks   3.4 Land Acknowledgement   3.5 …
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Tue May 26, 2026 · Tuesday, May 26, 2026 - Call to Order: 7:00 p.m.

Regular Meeting of Council

Council to adopt water allocation policy for new development

Council will vote on adopting a Water Allocation Policy to guide development applications as water capacity becomes available. They will also hear a delegation on sanitary sewer levy concerns for Woolwich St S, and consider a motion to investigate a short-term disability program. A by-law to rezone 955 Sawmill Road in Bloomingdale is up for final passage.

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Agenda Agenda Revised Agenda Open Video in new Window Video Township of Woolwich Regular Meeting of Council Agenda Council Chambers - with YouTube Livestream 24 Church Street West, Elmira ON, N3B 2Z6 Tuesday, May 26, 2026 Call to Order: 7:00 p.m. Council Chambers 24 Church Street West, Elmira ON, N3B 2Z6 1. Approval of Agenda (5:30 p.m.)   2. Closed Session   2.1 Public Resolution to Move Into Closed Session   Recommended Resolution: That the Council of the Township of Woolwich convenes in closed session on May 26, 2026 at 5:30 p.m. in accordance with section 239 of the Municipal Act, 2001 , for the purposes of considering the following: advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose (A Utility Legal Matter); a position, plan, procedure, criteria or instruction to be applied to any negotiations carried on or to be carried on by or on behalf of the municipality or local board (A Water Capacity Negotiation Matter); personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees (A Committee Matter); advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose (A Planning Legal Matter); educating or training the members (HR Data Repor …
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Tue May 12, 2026 · Tuesday, May 12, 2026 - Call to Order: 7:00 p.m.

Regular Meeting of Council

Council to adopt 2026 final tax rates after years of high increases

Council will adopt the final tax rates, special area rates, and charges for 2026. They will also vote on extending an interim control by-law limiting development in Breslau until November 2026. A motion to enforce and tighten the township's overtime policy, citing four years of high tax increases, will be debated.

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Agenda Agenda Revised Agenda Open Video in new Window Video Township of Woolwich Regular Meeting of Council Agenda Council Chambers - with YouTube Livestream 24 Church Street West, Elmira ON, N3B 2Z6 Tuesday, May 12, 2026 Call to Order: 7:00 p.m. Council Chambers 24 Church Street West, Elmira ON, N3B 2Z6 1. Approval of Agenda (5:15 p.m.)   2. Closed Session   2.1 Public Resolution to Move Into Closed Session   Recommended Resolution: That the Council of the Township of Woolwich convenes in closed session on Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 5:15 p.m. in accordance with section 239 (2) of the Municipal Act, 2001, for the purposes of considering the following: personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees (A Financial Hardship Hearing); educating or training the members (Tax Rate Training); advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose (A Planning Legal Matter); advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose (A Servicing Legal Matter); and advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose (A Utility Legal Matter). 3. Call to Order (7:00 p.m.) …
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Tue Apr 28, 2026 · Tuesday, April 28, 2026 - Call to Order: 7:00 p.m.

Regular Meeting of Council

Public hearing on major employment lands development at Bridge St, King St, Martin Grove

Council will hold a public meeting for an Official Plan Amendment to redevelop employment lands at 985 Bridge St W, 730 King St N, and Martin Grove Road. Several infrastructure contracts are up for award, including a $3.3M paving program, $1.7M sewer lining, and $624K culvert replacement. Council will also consider relocating the Bloomingdale Library into the community centre and approve additional funding for Arthur Street tree planting.

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Agenda Agenda Revised Agenda Open Video in new Window Video Township of Woolwich Regular Meeting of Council Agenda Council Chambers - with YouTube Livestream 24 Church Street West, Elmira ON, N3B 2Z6 Tuesday, April 28, 2026 Call to Order: 7:00 p.m. Council Chambers 24 Church Street West, Elmira ON, N3B 2Z6 1. Approval of Agenda (6:00 P.M.)   2. Closed Session   2.1 Public Resolution to Move Into Closed Session   Recommended Resolution: That the Council of the Township of Woolwich convenes in closed session on  April 28th, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. in accordance with section 239 of the Municipal Act, 2001 , for the purposes of considering the following: advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose (Legal Matter); and personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees (Staffing Matter). 3. Call to Order (7:00 p.m.)   3.1 Roll Call   3.2 Public Resolution to Reconvene in Open Session   Recommended Resolution: That Council reconvenes in open session. 3.3 Chair's Opening Remarks   3.4 Land Acknowledgement   3.5 Disclosures of Pecuniary Interest   4. …
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Thu Apr 16, 2026 · 6:00 PM

Technical Remediation Advisory Committee (TRAC)

Review of LANXESS remediation progress and 2028 cleanup deadline

The committee will review the 2025 Annual Monitoring Report for the LANXESS Elmira remediation site, including a presentation by WSP. They will also discuss drinking water standards and treated effluent concentrations. A discussion on the 2028 Order Deadline and potential future use of the Elmira aquifer will occur.

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Agenda Agenda Open Video in new Window Video Technical Remediation Advisory Committee Agenda Thursday, April 16, 2026 6 :00 P . m . - 8 :00 P . m . Council Chambers - Hybrid with YouTube Recording 24 Church Street West, Elmira, ON, N3B 2Z6 Chair: Councillor Nathan Cadeau 1. Land Acknowledgement   2. Disclosures of Pecuniary Interest   3. Approval of Previous Minutes   1. Technical_Remediation_Advisory_Committee_Minutes_-_2026_-_February_19.pdf 4. Delegations   5. Offsite Contamination Clean-Up Progress and Risk Updates   5.1 2025 Annual Monitoring Report Presentation   1. LXS Elmira Remediation Effectiveness Report 2026-3-26.pdf 2. Joe Ricker - LANXESS Elmira PSA Presentation 2026-03.pdf Joe Ricker, Technical Fellow with WSP 5.2 Drinking Water Standards and Treated Effluent Concentrations – LANXESS Follow Up from February 19 Meeting   1. LANXESS Spreadsheets for Update.pdf 6. 2028 Order Deadline   7. Other Business   7.1 Topics to Report to Council   7.2 2026 Meeting Dates and Draft Agenda Items   1. 2026 Proposed TRAC Meeting Schedule and Draft Agenda Items.pdf 7.3 Consideration of Environmental Impacts on Potential Future Use of the Elmira Aquifer …
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Tue Apr 14, 2026 · Tuesday, April 14, 2026 - Call to Order: 7:00 p.m.

Regular Meeting of Council

Council considers $2.7M+ debenture for Breslau Drain #1 costs

Council will vote on levying costs for the Breslau Drain #1 project, including options for residential landowners to pay assessments over 5 or 10 years at 6.45% interest. Additional debenture financing of up to $3.5 million is proposed. A temporary patio extension for Polski Dom 2000 and parking bylaw amendments for St. Jacobs Farmers Market are also up for approval. The meeting includes presentations on development charges and an update on the Finance Accounting System Transformation project.

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Agenda Agenda Revised Agenda Open Video in new Window Video Township of Woolwich Regular Meeting of Council Agenda Council Chambers - with YouTube Livestream 24 Church Street West, Elmira ON, N3B 2Z6 Tuesday, April 14, 2026 Call to Order: 7:00 p.m. Council Chambers 24 Church Street West, Elmira ON, N3B 2Z6 1. Approval of Agenda (6:15)   2. Closed Session   2.1 Public Resolution to Move Into Closed Session   Recommended Resolution: That the Council of the Township of Woolwich convenes in closed session on  April 14th ,2026 at 6:15 p.m. in accordance with section 239 of the Municipal Act, 2001 , for the purposes of considering the following: a position, plan, procedure, criteria or instruction to be applied to any negotiations carried on or to be carried on by or on behalf of the municipality or local board (Winter Maintenance Contract Matter). 3. Call to Order (7:00 p.m.)   3.1 Roll Call   3.2 Public Resolution to Reconvene in Open Session   Recommended Resolution: That Council reconvenes in open session. 3.3 Chair's Opening Remarks   3.4 Land Acknowledgement   3.5 Disclosures of Pecuniary Interest   4. Council (Chair: Mayor Shantz) &n …
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Tue Mar 31, 2026 · Tuesday, March 31, 2026 - Call to Order: 7:00 p.m.

Regular Meeting of Council

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Tue Mar 24, 2026 · Tuesday, March 24, 2026 - Call to Order: 7:00 p.m.

Regular Meeting of Council

Council approves water fees, wastewater costs, and zoning changes

The Woolwich Township Council will consider approving a new water and wastewater fee schedule, a wastewater cost recovery by-law for specific streets, and a zoning change for a Floradale property. The meeting also includes a closed session regarding water capacity and a financial hardship hearing.

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Agenda Agenda Revised Agenda Open Video in new Window Video Township of Woolwich Regular Meeting of Council Agenda Council Chambers - with YouTube Livestream 24 Church Street West, Elmira ON, N3B 2Z6 Tuesday, March 24, 2026 Call to Order: 7:00 p.m. Council Chambers 24 Church Street West, Elmira ON, N3B 2Z6 1. Approval of Agenda (5:15 p.m.)   2. Closed Session   2.1 Public Resolution to Move Into Closed Session   Recommended Resolution: That the Council of the Township of Woolwich convenes in closed session on March 24, 2026 at 5:15 p.m. in accordance with section 239 of the Municipal Act, 2001 , for the purposes of considering the following: educating or training the members (Water Capacity Matter); and personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees (A Financial Hardship Hearing). 3. Call to Order (7:00 p.m.)   3.1 Roll Call   3.2 Public Resolution to Reconvene in Open Session   Recommended Resolution: That Council reconvenes in open session. 3.3 Chair's Opening Remarks   3.4 Land Acknowledgement   3.5 Disclosures of Pecuniary Interest   4. Council (Chair: Mayor Shantz)   4.1 Ite …
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Tue Mar 10, 2026 · Tuesday, March 10, 2026 - Call to Order: 7:00 p.m.

Regular Meeting of Council

Council approves $830,313 turf maintenance contract and $53,981 addendum

The council will approve several consent items, including $9,716 for fitness equipment, $7,575 for a counselling centre grant, and an amendment to development fees. It will award a four‑year turf‑maintenance contract to Durite Landscaping for $830,313.64 plus an $53,980.87 addendum. The meeting also considers a zone‑change application for Weber’s Sugarbush Supplies and options for the Arthur Street reconstruction project.

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Agenda Agenda Revised Agenda Open Video in new Window Video Township of Woolwich Regular Meeting of Council Agenda Council Chambers - with YouTube Livestream 24 Church Street West, Elmira ON, N3B 2Z6 Tuesday, March 10, 2026 Call to Order: 7:00 p.m. Council Chambers 24 Church Street West, Elmira ON, N3B 2Z6 1. Approval of Agenda (5:50 p.m.)   2. Closed Session   2.1 Public Resolution to Move Into Closed Session   Recommended Resolution: That the Council of the Township of Woolwich convenes in closed session on  March 10, 2026 at 5:50 p.m. in accordance with section 239 of the Municipal Act, 2001 , for the purposes of considering the following: a proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the municipality or local board (Land Purchase Matter); and the purpose of educating or training the members (Official Plan Training). 3. Call to Order (7:00 p.m.)   3.1 Roll Call   3.2 Public Resolution to Reconvene in Open Session   Recommended Resolution: That Council reconvenes in open session. 3.3 Chair's Opening Remarks   3.4 Land Acknowledgement   3.5 Disclosures of Pecuniary Interest   4. Council (Chair: Mayor Shantz)   …
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Tue Feb 24, 2026 · Tuesday, February 24, 2026 - Call to Order: 7:00 p.m.

Regular Meeting of Council

Council to adopt zoning by-law amendment and approve BIA budgets

The council will adopt By-law 09-2026 to amend the Township's Zoning By-law 26-2024. It will approve the 2026 Business Improvement Area budgets, allocating $30,000 to the Elmira BIA and $168,000 to the St. Jacobs BIA. A wastewater budget amendment will add $76,971 for debt servicing of the North Sanitary Pumping Station and reduce the capital reserve contribution by the same amount. The council will also adopt By-law 10-2026 to confirm all actions and proceedings of the council.

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Agenda Agenda Revised Agenda Open Video in new Window Video Township of Woolwich Regular Meeting of Council Agenda Council Chambers - with YouTube Livestream 24 Church Street West, Elmira ON, N3B 2Z6 Tuesday, February 24, 2026 Call to Order: 7:00 p.m. Council Chambers 24 Church Street West, Elmira ON, N3B 2Z6 1. Approval of Agenda (6:00 p.m.)   2. Closed Session   2.1 Public Resolution to Move Into Closed Session   Recommended Resolution: That the Council of the Township of Woolwich convenes in closed session on Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. in accordance with section 239 of the Municipal Act, 2001 , for the purposes of considering the following: personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees (Staffing Matter); and educating or training the members (2026 Training Plan). 3. Call to Order (7:00 p.m.)   3.1 Roll Call   3.2 Public Resolution to Reconvene in Open Session   Recommended Resolution: That Council reconvenes in open session. 3.3 Chair's Opening Remarks   3.4 Land Acknowledgement   3.5 Disclosures of Pecuniary Interest   4. Council (Chair: Mayor Shantz)   4.1 Item …
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Thu Feb 19, 2026 · 6:00 PM

Technical Remediation Advisory Committee (TRAC)

TRAC to review LANXESS clean-up workplan and 2028 Order deadline

The Technical Remediation Advisory Committee will review LANXESS' 2026 workplan update and discuss a community consultation plan for the 2028 Order deadline. The committee will also consider the environmental impacts on the Elmira Aquifer for future use.

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Agenda Agenda Open Video in new Window Video Technical Remediation Advisory Committee Agenda Thursday, February 19, 2026 6 :00 P . m . - 8 :00 P . m . Council Chambers - Hybrid with YouTube Recording 24 Church Street West, Elmira, ON, N3B 2Z6 Chair: Councillor Nathan Cadeau 1. Land Acknowledgement   2. Disclosures of Pecuniary Interest   3. Approval of Previous Minutes   1. TRAC Dec 11 Minutes.pdf 4. Delegations   5. Offsite Contamination Clean-Up Progress and Risk Updates   5.1 LANXESS' 2026 Workplan Update   1. Elmira - TRAC Slides - LXS 2.19.26.pdf 6. 2028 Order Deadline   6.1 Community Consultation Plan   1. TRAC slides part 2.pdf 2. 2026 - Elmira Survey -.pdf 7. Other Business   7.1 2026 Meeting Dates and Draft Agenda Items   1. 2026 Proposed TRAC Meeting Schedule and Draft Agenda Items.pdf 7.2 Consideration of Environmental Impacts on Potential Future Use of the Elmira Aquifer   8. Correspondence   8.1 LANXESS Canada Co./Cie November, December 2025 and January 2026 Monthly Progress Reports   1. 11192137-58-LTR-87-Director-Progress Report November 2025.pdf 2. 11192137-58-LTR-88-Director-December 2025 Progress R …
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Tue Feb 10, 2026 · Tuesday, February 10, 2026 - Call to Order: 7:00 p.m.

Regular Meeting of Council

Council to approve internet voting and council pay raises

The Woolwich Township Council will consider approving internet voting for the 2026 municipal election, adjusting council remuneration, and allocating $466,500 in Municipal Accommodation Tax funding. The meeting also includes a public hearing on a zoning by-law amendment and a report on a new Comprehensive Transportation and Mobility Plan.

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Agenda Agenda Revised Agenda Open Video in new Window Video Township of Woolwich Regular Meeting of Council Agenda Council Chambers - with YouTube Livestream 24 Church Street West, Elmira ON, N3B 2Z6 Tuesday, February 10, 2026 Call to Order: 7:00 p.m. Council Chambers 24 Church Street West, Elmira ON, N3B 2Z6 1. Approval of Agenda (5:45p.m.)   2. Closed Session   2.1 Public Resolution to Move Into Closed Session   Recommended Resolution: That the Council of the Township of Woolwich convenes in closed session on Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 5:45 p.m. in accordance with section 239 (2) of the Municipal Act, 2001, for the purposes of considering the following: for the purpose of educating or training the members (2026 Training Plan); for the purpose of educating or training the members (Water Capacity Matter); and personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees (Staffing Matter). 3. Call to Order (7:00 p.m.)   3.1 Roll Call   3.2 Public Resolution to Reconvene in Open Session   Recommended Resolution: That Council reconvenes in open session. 3.3 Chair's Opening Remarks   3.4 Land Acknowledgement   3.5 Disclosures of …
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Tue Jan 27, 2026 · 6:00 PM

Budget

Council to approve Hawkesville Road servicing strategy

The Township of Woolwich Council will consider a comprehensive servicing strategy for the Hawkesville Road development area and confirm previous council actions. A draft 2026 water and wastewater budget is scheduled for discussion.

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Agenda Agenda Revised Agenda Open Video in new Window Video Township of Woolwich Special Council Budget Agenda Meeting #: Date: Tuesday, January 27, 2026 Time: 6 :00 P . m . - 9 :00 P . m . Location: Council Chambers - Hybrid with YouTube Livestream 24 Church Street West, Elmira ON, N3B 2Z6 Chair: Mayor Sandy Shantz 1. Roll Call   2. Land Acknowledgement   3. Disclosures of Pecuniary Interest   4. DS01-2026: Hawkesville Road Servicing Strategy   1. DS01_2026_Council_Report_Hawkesville_Servicing_Strategy_20Jan2026.pdf 2. ATT_1_-_Hawkesville_Rd_Developments_-_Parcel_Map.pdf 3. ATT_2_-_Hawkesville_Rd_Developments_-_Roads_and_Mains.pdf Recommended Resolution: That the Council of the Township of Woolwich, considering Report DS01-2026 respecting Hawkesville Road Servicing Strategy: Approve in principle the comprehensive servicing strategy for the Hawkesville Road development area; and Direct staff to utilize the Hawkesville Road Servicing Strategy for development applications in the area. 5. Draft 2026 Water and Wastewater Budgets   To be included on the Revised Agenda 6. By-laws   Recommended Resolution: That the following by-law be read a first, second, third time and finally passed: 6.1 5-2026 …
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Tue Jan 20, 2026 · Tuesday, January 20, 2026 - Call to Order: 7:00 p.m.

Regular Meeting of Council

Council to approve by‑law authorizing internet and paper ballot voting for 2026 elections

The Woolwich Township Council will consider and vote on a by‑law to authorize internet voting and hand‑counted paper ballot voting for the 2026 municipal and school board elections. The meeting also includes approval of routine consent items, adoption of several by‑laws covering recreation fees, a heritage designation for 65 Arthur Street South, and an employee benefits reserve amendment. Committee of Whole items will address the Hawkesville Road Servicing Strategy and the Arthur Street Reconstruction and Elmira Bypass proposals. Unfinished business includes discussion of the 2026 budget.

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Agenda Agenda Revised Agenda Open Video in new Window Video Township of Woolwich Regular Meeting of Council Agenda Council Chambers - with YouTube Livestream 24 Church Street West, Elmira ON, N3B 2Z6 Tuesday, January 20, 2026 Call to Order: 7:00 p.m. Council Chambers - with YouTube Livestream 24 Church Street West, Elmira ON, N3B 2Z6 1. Approval of Agenda (5:45 P.M.)   2. Closed Session   2.1 Public Resolution to Move Into Closed Session   Recommended Resolution: That the Council of the Township of Woolwich convenes in closed session on  January 20, 2026 at 5:45 p.m. in accordance with section 239 of the Municipal Act, 2001 , for the purposes of considering the following: personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees(Staffing Matter); litigation or potential litigation, including matters before administrative tribunals, affecting the municipality or local board(Water Capacity Matter);and a position, plan, procedure, criteria or instruction to be applied to any negotiations carried on or to be carried on by or on behalf of the municipality or local board;   advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose;   litigation or potential litigation, includin …
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Tue Jan 13, 2026 · 6:00 PM

Budget

Council deliberates on 2026 budget after closed session on water and contract matters

The Woolwich Township Council is holding a special budget meeting to deliberate on the 2026 Budget Book. Before the open session, Council will meet in closed session to discuss a trade secret related to a Region Water Capacity Matter and a contract negotiation matter (including solicitor-client privilege). The open session includes the Mayor's budget proposal, CAO and Treasurer comments, a delegation from Edward Alderdice, and budget deliberations.

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Agenda Agenda Revised Agenda Open Video in new Window Video Township of Woolwich Special Council Budget Agenda Meeting #: Date: Tuesday, January 13, 2026 Time: 6 :00 P . m . - 9 :00 P . m . Location: Council Chambers - Hybrid with YouTube Livestream 24 Church Street West, Elmira ON, N3B 2Z6 Chair: Mayor Sandy Shantz 1. Public Resolution to Move into Closed Session (5:15 P.M.)   Recommended Resolution That the Council of the Township of Woolwich convenes in closed session on Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 5:15 p.m. in accordance with section 239 (2) of the Municipal Act, 2001, for the purposes of considering the following: a trade secret or scientific, technical, commercial, financial or labour relations information, supplied in confidence to the municipality or local board, which, if disclosed, could reasonably be expected to prejudice significantly the competitive position or interfere significantly with the contractual or other negotiations of a person, group of persons, or organization (Region Water Capacity Matter); and a position, plan, procedure, criteria or instruction to be applied to any negotiations carried on or to be carried on by or on behalf of the municipality or local board; advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose; litigation or pot …
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