Quinte West, Ontario

OPP Detachment Board

The Quinte West OPP Detachment Board will review a request from Central Taxi to establish a licensed taxi service. The board will also receive reports on 2026 taxi company statistics and various provincial policing memoranda.

• Decision on taxi license request from Central Taxi
• Staff Report OPP-2026-001 regarding Licensed Taxi Company Statistics 2026
• Review of 2025 Annual Report and April-June 2026 report
• Correspondence regarding Preventing Auto Thefts Grant Program (2026-27 cycle)
• Memoranda from the Inspector General on police integrity and hate-motivated incidents

Economic Development, Tourism & Special Events Advisory Committee

Environmental Stewardship Advisory Committee

Council

Committee of Adjustment

Property Standards Committee

Planning Advisory Committee

Accessibility Advisory Committee

Personnel Committee

Council

Committee of Adjustment

Agricultural Advisory Committee

Planning Advisory Committee

Council

Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee

Council

Committee of Adjustment

Planning Advisory Committee

Property Standards Committee

Committee of Adjustment

Inaugural Meeting of Council

Council Orientation

Council Orientation

Council Orientation

Personnel Committee

Council

Committee of Adjustment

Council

Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee approved its agenda and the minutes from the May 28 meeting. It received Staff Report 26-007CS on Hanna Park Engagement as information, which includes a $45,000 budget for design concepts. The committee also received a verbal update on the arena and turf field feasibility studies. No other decisions were made.

• Staff Report 26-007CS on Hanna Park Engagement received (includes $45,000 design budget)
• Verbal update on Arena and Turf Field Feasibility Studies received
• Agenda approved
• Minutes from May 28, 2026 approved
• No delegations or presentations

Active Transportation & Traffic Safety Advisory Committee - 20 Jul 2026 (RESCHEDULED from 6 Jul 2026)

The Active Transportation & Traffic Safety Advisory Committee will discuss traffic calming policies, a petition for a speed limit review on Murray Harrington Road, and a request to designate Teal Road as a no-heavy-truck route. The committee also received a notice of motion to study pedestrian crossovers near Hanna and Centennial Parks.

• Notice of motion for pedestrian crossovers near Hanna Park and Centennial Park
• Recommendation to designate Teal Road as a No Heavy Truck Route
• Petition for speed limit review on Murray Harrington Road
• Petition for speed limit review on Zion Road between Corrigan Road and Pitcher's Road
• Correspondence requesting prohibited parking on Stonecrest Boulevard and Ledgerock Crescent

Planning Advisory Committee

The Planning Advisory Committee will hold public meetings to discuss two requested zoning by-law amendments. The committee will also review monthly building reports and quarterly tracking for official plan amendments.

• Zoning By-law Amendment for property west of 422 Rosebush Road (Owners: John Visser and Colin Carlisle)
• Zoning By-law Amendment for 338 Harrington Road (Owners: Craig and Tammy Gerow)
• Review of June 2026 Building Department Report
• Review of 2026 Year to Date Zoning By-law and Official Plan Amendment Application Quarterly Tracking

Council

Council will review several housing community improvement plan grants for rental developments. The agenda also includes a zoning by-law amendment for 270 West Street and the approval of various city financial statements.

• Zoning By-law Amendment for 270 West Street
• Development Charge Grant for JMK Homes at 467 Front Street
• Development Charge and Municipal Fees Grant for 182 Shuter Street
• Tax Increment Equivalent Grant for 1A George Street
• Tax Increment Equivalent Grant for 1B George Street

CANCELLED - Personnel Committee

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will hold public hearings on four consent applications (B16/26M through B19/26S) involving lot additions and severances at properties on Stockdale Road, County Road 28, and Harrington Road. The committee will also approve minutes from the June 11 meeting.

• Consent B16/26M: Katie Jane Macauley seeks to sever 0.4 ha for lot addition at 251 Stockdale Road (staff report recommends approval with conditions).
• Consent B17/26M & B18/26M: Thomas & Alida St. Denis propose two severances at 1595 County Road 28.
• Consent B19/26S: Craig & Tammy Gerow application for severance at 338 Harrington Road.
• Approval of June 11, 2026 meeting minutes.

CANCELLED - Active Transportation & Traffic Safety Advisory Committee

Special Council

The Quinte West City Council will adopt a by-law that confirms and adopts the minutes, motions, and resolutions from its special council meeting held on June 22, 2026. The by-law formally records the proceedings as if they were directly embodied in the legislation.

• Adopt by-law confirming minutes and actions of the June 22, 2026 special council meeting

Audit & Risk Advisory Committee - 22 Jun 2026 (RESCHEDULED from 04 May 2026)

The Audit & Risk Advisory Committee will hear presentations on the 2025 financial statements and the 2026 audit plan, as well as a summary of Phase 3 of the Insurance Actuarial Project. The committee will consider several staff reports, including a recommendation to authorize staff to negotiate auto liability coverage for 2027 and approve an increase of the deductible up to $250,000. Other items include approval of the 2025 consolidated financial statements, year-end debt reporting, and reserve fund reports.

• Staff report recommending council authorize negotiation of 2027 auto liability coverage and increase deductible up to $250,000
• Presentation of 2025 draft consolidated financial statements for council approval
• Year-end development charges reserve fund deficit of ($27,024,747)
• Year-end consolidated reserve and reserve fund report in the amount of $88,427,261
• Presentation of Phase 3 of the Insurance Actuarial Project by BFL Canada

Planning Advisory Committee

The Planning Advisory Committee will hold public meetings for four zoning and condominium applications and make decisions on a draft plan of subdivision and a zoning amendment. Routine business includes approval of agenda and minutes.

• Zoning by-law amendment for vacant property south of 2175 Wallbridge Loyalist Road (owner: Jesse and Anna MacDonald)
• Zoning by-law amendment for 195 Bellevue Drive (owner: 1518106 Ontario Inc.)
• Draft plan of condominium for 10 Hillside Meadow Drive (owner: Klemencic Homes Inc.)
• Zoning by-law amendment for 7 Riverside Drive (owner: 1813239 Ontario Inc., agent: Shawn Bouchard)
• Decision on draft plan of subdivision and zoning amendment for vacant property east of 144 Huffman Road (owner: Hastings Enterprises Inc., agent: DorAnn Homes Ltd.)

Council

Council will consider an agreement-in-principle for a 30% reduction in development charges, subject to provincial funding. Several by-laws are up for approval, including rezoning properties, a subdivision for 22 townhouses, and a purchase and sale agreement for affordable housing. A $21,103.60 grant under the Commercial and Tourism Community Improvement Plan is proposed for the Landmark Venue. Policy updates for the Community Fund Grant and Fee Waiver, plus a change to wastewater billing for Prince Edward Estates, are also on the agenda.

• Development Charges Reduction Program agreement-in-principle for 30% DC rate reduction
• $21,103.60 Commercial and Tourism CIP grant to Landmark Venue at 16 Marmora Street, Trenton
• By-law 26-085 authorizing purchase and sale agreement for affordable housing with Connect Quinte and All-Together
• Rezoning of 64 Powerline Road from Agricultural to Agricultural Exception 1 and Rural Residential Exception 95
• Prince Edward Estates wastewater monthly base charge alignment with By-law 24-131, eliminating separate rate

CANCELLED - Agricultural Advisory Committee

Economic Development, Tourism & Special Events Advisory Committee - 15 June 2026 (RESCHEDULED from 7 May 2026)

The Economic Development, Tourism & Special Events Advisory Committee is meeting to receive staff updates on local business and tourism initiatives. The session includes a presentation from the Town of Stouffville regarding a community exchange project.

• Presentation by Town of Stouffville on the First Impressions Community Exchange (FICE) project
• Staff Report 26-006CS regarding Economic Development and Tourism Updates
• Report on Work in Quinte Career Fair with 314 job seekers and 39 employers
• Commercial and Tourism Community Improvement Plan providing approximately $70,000 in grants
• Tourism Development Fund grants totaling $27,000 distributed to 7 organizations

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will hold public hearings and consider staff recommendations on three consent applications (land severances) and three minor variance applications. Properties involved include 1363 County Road 40, 21-27 King Street, 582 Oak Lake Road, 2163 Hamilton Road, 300 Bird Road, and a W H (Quinte) Development Corporation site. Decisions will determine whether to approve lot creation and zoning relief for these properties.

• Consent Application B13/26M by 1000521560 Ontario Corp to sever a lot at 1363 County Road 40
• Consent Application B14/26T by Trenton Nova Holdings Inc. to sever at 21-27 King Street
• Consent Application B15/26S by Gary Greer to sever a lot at 582 Oak Lake Road
• Minor Variance Application A4/26S by Tom Hunt at 2163 Hamilton Road
• Minor Variance Application A5/26S by Jayton & Kaitlyn Wallace at 300 Bird Road

Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Accessibility Advisory Committee will review a staff report and a presentation on the 2026 Municipal Election Accessibility Plan. It will vote on a resolution to endorse the plan as presented. The meeting also includes routine agenda and minutes approval, public input, and distribution of the 2025‑2029 Multi‑Year Accessibility Plan.

• Presentation of the 2026 Municipal Election Accessibility Plan by Paige Matthews and Virginia LaTour
• Staff Report 26-001COR: 2026 Municipal Election Accessibility Plan
• Resolution to endorse the 2026 Municipal Election Accessibility Plan
• Publication of the Quinte West 2025‑2029 Multi‑Year Accessibility Plan
• Approval of agenda, minutes, and routine procedural items

Council

Council will consider a closed session for legal advice, then return to open session to approve a $25,000 grant to Trenton Integrated Health Centre, approve Environmental Stewardship Award nominees, and adopt several bylaws including 2026 tax rates and tax ratios. Several proclamations and correspondence items are also on the agenda.

• Adoption of 2026 tax rates, tax ratios, and school board requisitions (by-laws 26-073, 26-074, 26-075)
• Approval of $25,000 Commercial and Tourism CIP grant to Trenton Integrated Health Centre at 244 Dundas Street East
• Approval of Environmental Stewardship Award nominees: NOD Apiary (Business), Lucie Renaud (Individual), Rotary Club of Quinte Sunrise and Buy Nothing Quinte West (Organization)
• Proclamation of June 17 as John Garrett Day with blue illumination of Veterans Skyway Bridge
• Proclamation of June 18 as International Day for Countering Hate Speech with yellow illumination of Quinte West sign and bridge

Special Personnel Committee

The Special Personnel Committee is meeting to approve previous minutes and then immediately move into closed session. The closed session will cover confidential staff reports about personal matters involving an identifiable municipal employee (report 26-007PWES) and labour relations or employee negotiations (report 26-001CAO). No public decisions or financial items are on the open agenda.

• Confidential staff report 26-007PWES regarding personal matters about an identifiable individual (municipal employee)
• Confidential staff report 26-001CAO regarding labour relations or employee negotiations
• Confidential discussion about personal matters about an identifiable individual (municipal employee)

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Advisory Committee

The Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Advisory Committee will approve its agenda and the minutes from the December 1, 2025 meeting. It will then receive a verbal update from the sub‑committee on Canada Day and a verbal update from Jaclyn Grimmon, Director of Community Services and Strategic Partnerships. No other business is scheduled.

• Approval of the June 1, 2026 agenda
• Approval of the December 1, 2025 meeting minutes
• Verbal update from the sub‑committee regarding Canada Day
• Verbal update from Jaclyn Grimmon on committee business

Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee

The committee will receive a staff report on the possibility of reintroducing monthly camping at Frankford Tourist Park, as directed by a previous motion. The report outlines administrative steps, estimated monthly fees of $1,920 to $1,984 (including HST), and the need for Parks Canada approval. Additionally, staff will provide a verbal update on the Parks & Recreation Month marketing campaign.

• Staff report on reintroducing monthly camping at Frankford Tourist Park
• Estimated monthly camping rates: $1,984 (July/August), $1,920 (September), $768 (October 1–12)
• Automatic gate installed June 2025 to improve security at campground
• Only 3 seasonal sites reserved for 2026 season as of report publication
• Verbal update on Parks & Recreation Month marketing campaign

Heritage Advisory Committee

The Heritage Advisory Committee will review and approve a draft letter to owners of properties that may be designated as heritage. The committee will also discuss which buildings in Frankford should be recommended for designation. Additionally, status updates on the Municipal Property Tax Rebate and Heritage Easement Agreement will be received.

• Approval of draft letter to owners of properties that may be designated
• Discussion on which buildings in Frankford should be recommended for designation
• Status update on Municipal Property Tax Rebate
• Status update on Heritage Easement Agreement
• Approval of minutes from March 30, 2026 closed session

Planning Advisory Committee

The committee will hold public hearings on three zoning by-law amendments at 669 Foxboro-Stirling Road, 191 North Murray Street, and 64 Powerline Road. Decision items include an Official Plan Amendment for a vacant property east of 144 Huffman Road, a Deeming By-law for 43 Deerfield Road, and a sign variance for St. George's Church at 25 John Street. The committee will also receive a report on a comprehensive zoning by-law review.

• Public hearings: three zoning by-law amendments at 669 Foxboro-Stirling Road, 191 North Murray Street, and 64 Powerline Road
• Decision: Official Plan Amendment for Hastings Enterprises Inc. / DorAnn Homes Ltd. on vacant property east of 144 Huffman Road
• Decision: Deeming By-law for Walmshields Ltd. at 43 Deerfield Road
• Decision: Sign Variance for electronic message display sign at St. George's Church, 25 John Street
• Staff report on Zoning By-law Comprehensive Review (26-029PD)

Council

The council approved additional capital funding for two wastewater projects: $75,000 for the Trenton WWTP tertiary building HVAC upgrades and $385,000 for the Trenton WWTP elevator replacement, including a single‑source procurement of $335,202.04 plus HST. A notice of motion was introduced to study a water and wastewater rebate policy for low‑income seniors and persons with disabilities. Several confidential staff reports on land acquisition or disposition were reviewed in closed session, and rezoning by‑laws for properties on County Road 5 and Neighbourly Road were passed.

• Approval of $75,000 additional funding for the Trenton WWTP tertiary building HVAC upgrade from the wastewater capital reserve.
• Approval of $385,000 additional funding for the Trenton WWTP elevator replacement and a single‑source procurement with TK Elevator Canada for $335,202.04 plus HST.
• Notice of Motion to direct staff to report on the feasibility of a water and wastewater rebate policy for low‑income seniors and persons with disabilities for the 2027 budget.
• Closed‑session review of confidential staff reports QW-2026-00064, QW-2026-00065, QW-2026-00075, and QW-2026-00092 regarding proposed or pending land acquisition or disposition.
• Passage of by‑laws 26-070 and 26-071 to rezone property west of 1074 County Road 5 and 30A Neighbourly Road from agricultural to rural residential zones.

Environmental Stewardship Advisory Committee

The Environmental Stewardship Advisory Committee will select nominees for the Environmental Stewardship Award and choose a native tree species for a June 5 planting ceremony. They will also receive verbal updates on pollinator funding from the Canadian Wildlife Federation, a BioBlitz report, the Waste Standardization Program, and involvement in the Quinte Region Phragmites Management Area.

• Selection of Environmental Stewardship Award winners to be recognized at a tree-planting ceremony on June 5, 2026
• Decision on native tree species for the City's Tree Planting Ceremony on June 5
• Verbal update on pollinator funding from Canadian Wildlife Federation to naturalize selected areas
• Verbal update on BioBlitz report for Council consideration
• Verbal update on Waste Standardization Program at City facilities

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will hold public hearings on five applications: consent applications B10/26S and B11/26S, minor variance A3/26S (all at 178 Fish & Game Club Road), consent B12/26S, and minor variance A2/26S. Staff recommend denial of B10/26S because it would create a new lot within 300 metres of an existing strip residential development, contrary to the Official Plan. A concurrent minor variance (A3/26S) seeks reduced frontage for the same property.

• Staff report recommends denial of consent B10/26S at 178 Fish & Game Club Road due to strip development policy
• Concurrent minor variance A3/26S for reduced lot frontage (50 m vs. required 60 m)
• Consent application B11/26S by William & Cindy Barker at 257 Smith Road
• Consent application B12/26S for Estate of Joseph Beers south of 1652 Frankford-Stirling Road
• Minor variance A2/26S for Frank Vreugdenhil east of 661 Hearns Road

CANCELLED - Property Standards Committee

CANCELLED - Economic Development, Tourism & Special Events Advisory Committee

CANCELLED - Personnel Committee

Council

Council will consider funding for park rehabilitation and pavement markings, as well as land-use agreements in Frankford. The meeting includes presentations on annual water and wastewater reports and several municipal proclamations.

• Amendment to 2026 Capital Budget for $135,000 for Brett Park improvements ($85,000 from reserves, $50,000 donation)
• Reallocation of $115,000 from tax stabilization fund to 2026 Pavement Markings Program
• Approval of $30,000 for 2026 Tourism Development Fund Grant Applications
• Encroachment agreement for 12 Wolfe Street and easement request for 95 Scott Avenue in Frankford
• Licensing agreement with the Department of National Defense for the use of fire halls

CANCELLED Audit & Risk Advisory Committee - 04 May 2026 (RESCHEDULED TO 22 Jun 2026)

Quinte West O.P.P. Detachment Board

The Quinte West OPP Detachment Board will decide whether to approve or deny a taxi licence request from Sky Wings Taxi Ltd., deferred from January. The board will also consider allocating $10,000 from the Community Safety Policing Grant to Volunteer and Information Quinte (VIQ). Other business includes receiving the Q1 budget report and an Inspector General memo on police integrity.

• Decision on Sky Wings Taxi Ltd. licence request (approve or deny)
• Allocation of $10,000 Community Safety Policing Grant to Volunteer and Information Quinte
• Discussion of existing licensed taxi companies by City Clerk Josh Machesney
• Receipt of Inspector General Memo #9 on police integrity and anti-corruption
• Quinte West OPP Detachment Board budget to-date and January–March 2026 report

Council

Council will decide on a $16,000 rent and utility waiver for the Quinte West Youth Centre and authorize agreements with seasonal and rotating pop-up vendors for 2026. The meeting also includes resolutions on road widening registration errors, purchasing policy updates, and various proclamations.

• Quinte West Youth Centre rent and water/sewer fee waiver up to $16,000
• By-law to authorize 2026 Pop-ups vendor agreements (Banana Splitz, The Forge Woodfired Pizza, etc.)
• By-law to amend zoning at 263 Marsh Hill Road from Rural (RU) to Rural Residential (RR)
• By-law to establish the Joint Municipal Election Compliance Audit Committee for 2026-2030
• By-law to amend road widening registration error at 1308 County Road 40

Planning Advisory Committee

The Planning Advisory Committee will hold public meetings on two proposed zoning by-law amendments: one for a vacant property west of 1074 County Road 5, and another for 30A Neighbourly Road. No decision items are listed; the agenda also includes monthly planning and building reports for review.

• Public meeting: Zoning By-law Amendment for vacant property west of 1074 County Road 5 (File D09/M02/26, Owner: James and Catherine St John)
• Public meeting: Zoning By-law Amendment for 30A Neighbourly Road (File D09/S03/26, Owner: Scott Symons and Amanda Thornton, Agent: Fronter Homes Quinte)
• Monthly Planning Reports: Zoning By-law and Official Plan Amendment Application Tracking (Year to Date Jan-Dec 2025)
• Building Department Report: Monthly March 2026 and Year to Date Jan-Mar 2026
• Site Plan Control Minutes: Special Meeting Feb 12, 2026 and Regular Meeting Mar 5, 2026

Committee of Adjustment

The Quinte West Committee of Adjustment will hold public hearings on two applications. The first is a consent application (B9/26M) by Trenton‑Frankford Properties Inc. to sever a parcel on the west side of Highway 33 south of Highway 401. The second is a minor variance application (A1/26S) submitted by Rory & Rebecca O'Neill for a property at 67 Carmel Road. No other business is listed.

• Consent Application B9/26M – sever parcel west of Hwy 33 south of Hwy 401 (Trenton‑Frankford Properties Inc.)
• Minor Variance Application A1/26S – 67 Carmel Road (Rory & Rebecca O'Neill)
• Staff report recommends approval of the consent application subject to survey, transfer and tax conditions
• Public hearing scheduled for both applications
• No additional business items

Council

The Quinte West City Council reviewed closed‑session reports and approved the minutes from the March 18 meeting. It established a Joint Compliance Audit Committee for the 2026‑2030 term and received a public meeting request about surplus land at 170 Wickens Road. The council also adopted several by‑laws related to leases, development charges, and a provincial gas‑tax funding agreement, and proclaimed several community awareness days.

• By‑Law 26‑046 amends By‑Law 24‑130 to update development charges
• By‑Law 26‑053 authorizes an agreement for Dedicated Gas Tax Funds for public transportation
• Joint Compliance Audit Committee created for 2026‑2030 term covering Quinte West, Belleville and local school boards
• Public meeting requested on surplus land crossing 170 Wickens Road (Unopened Road Allowance)
• Proclamation of Human Values Day on April 24, 2026

SPECIAL MEETING - Heritage Advisory Committee

The Heritage Advisory Committee will meet to approve the agenda and minutes for the March 30, 2026 special meeting. The committee will also discuss a closed session for training and return to open session.

• Approval of March 30, 2026 Special Heritage Advisory Committee agenda
• Approval of January 19, 2026 Heritage Advisory Committee meeting minutes
• Closed session for Committee Procedures training
• Return to open session
• Next regular meeting scheduled for Monday, May 25, 2026

CANCELLED - Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee

Planning Advisory Committee

The Planning Advisory Committee will hold public meetings regarding an Official Plan amendment, subdivision plan, and zoning changes for a vacant property east of 144 Huffman Road. The committee will also consider a zoning amendment for 263 Marsh Hill Road and a sign variance for 118-122 Dundas Street West.

• Official Plan Amendment, Draft Plan of Subdivision, and Zoning By-law Amendment for vacant property east of 144 Huffman Road (Hastings Enterprises Inc.)
• Zoning By-law Amendment for 263 Marsh Hill Road (2601645 Ontario Inc.)
• Sign Variance for Electronic Message Display Sign at 118-122 Dundas Street West (Film.ca Entertainment Corp)

Council

The Council reviewed confidential closed‑session reports and approved several financial items, including a lease for the OPP Building, a new wastewater base charge for Prince Edward Estates, and a development charge exemption for coverall buildings. It also approved a $14,338 grant to Vivacious and Hidden Gem Spa under the Commercial and Tourism CIP. The Council formally resolved not to support the proposed southern high‑speed rail corridor affecting the city. Several proclamations and multiple by‑laws were adopted.

• Lease Agreement for the OPP Building (Staff Report QW-2026-00035)
• Change to Prince Edward Estates wastewater monthly base charge (Staff Report QW-2026-00046)
• Development Charge exemption for coverall buildings and T‑sheds (Staff Report QW-2026-00050)
• $14,338 grant to Vivacious and Hidden Gem Spa (CIP – 101 Dundas Street West)
• Resolution not supporting the proposed southern high‑speed rail corridor

Agricultural Advisory Committee

The Agricultural Advisory Committee will discuss the impact of the Alto Train on local farms and a Wall of Fame item. Staff will present a recommendation to amend By‑Law 24‑130 to exempt non‑residential agricultural buildings from development charges. A new Agricultural Tile Drainage Encroachment on Municipal Property Policy will also be recommended for council approval. These items are slated for decision at the March 17, 2026 meeting.

• Recommendation to exempt non‑residential agricultural buildings from development charges (By‑Law 24‑130 amendment)
• Approval of Agricultural Tile Drainage Encroachment on Municipal Property Policy
• Discussion of Alto Train’s effect on agricultural properties (Chair Alyea)
• Wall of Fame discussion (Public Member Grills)
• Public input and other agenda items as listed

Committee of Adjustment

The Quinte West Committee of Adjustment approved seven consent applications to sever land for lot additions and road widening, including a proposed severance at 56 Fairground Road. The meeting also addressed a change to a demolition condition for a property on Highway 2.

• Approval of Consent Application B8/26S at 56 Fairground Road for lot addition
• Approval of Consent Application B6/26M at 17499 Hwy 2 for shared access and services
• Change to demolition condition for Consent Application B1/25M at 17282 Hwy 2
• Approval of Consent Application B1/26S to sever land West of 422 Rosebush Road
• Approval of Consent Application B2/26S to sever land at 669 Foxboro-Stirling Road

Council

The council approved the draft Election Sign By-law, directed an amendment to the Fees & Charges By-law to include a $250 election sign permit fee, and received multiple staff reports on finance, planning, and public works. It also read and passed five by-laws covering highways, borrowing authority, fee amendments, exclusion of certain lands from the Planning Act, and a licence agreement for waterfront trail access at 303-305 Dundas Street East. Proclamations were adopted for International Women’s Day, French Language Day, and Violence Awareness Week.

• Approval of draft Election Sign By-law and $250 election sign permit fee
• By-law 26-028 establishing highways within the municipality
• By-law 26-029 authorizing borrowing to meet current council expenditures
• By-law 26-030 amending By-law 24-154 to update fees and charges
• By-law 26-033 licence agreement for waterfront trail access at 303-305 Dundas Street East

CANCELLED - Personnel Committee

Active Transportation & Traffic Safety Advisory Committee

The Active Transportation & Traffic Safety Advisory Committee approved its agenda and the minutes from the November 3, 2025 meeting. It filed three pieces of resident correspondence about speed and signage on Austin Street, safety near Bayside Secondary School, and a speed‑limit review on Zion Road. The committee then received three staff reports for information: a traffic‑calming measures update, a parking review for Little Farm Boulevard, and a temporary loading/parking stall proposal for King Street.

• Staff Report 26-001 PWES – Traffic Calming Measures Update (information only)
• Staff Report 26-002 PWES – Little Farm Boulevard parking review update (information only)
• Staff Report 26-003 PWES – Temporary Loading/Parking Stall (King Street) (information only)
• Correspondence from resident Roy Jackson about speed and signage on Austin Street
• Correspondence from resident Nicole Hathway about speed and safety near Bayside Secondary School and Old Highway 2

CANCELLED - Accessibility Advisory Committee

CANCELLED - Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Advisory Committee - 23 Feb 2026 (RESCHEDULED from 2 Feb 2026)

CANCELLED - Planning Advisory Committee

Council

The Council approved the draft Election Sign By-law and directed staff to amend the Fees & Charges By-law to include a $250 election sign permit fee. It also approved the 2026 Quinte West Pop‑ups fee increase and authorized alterations to the heritage property at 62 County Road 5 (Wooler Schoolhouse). Several by‑laws covering collective agreements, accessibility, board appointments, ice‑storm assistance, and infrastructure assumptions were read, passed, and signed. Development charge exemptions for farm and coverall buildings were also approved.

• Adoption of draft Election Sign By-law and $250 election sign permit fee
• Approval of 2026 Quinte West Pop‑ups Proposed Fee Increase
• Heritage Permit alteration approved for 62 County Road 5 (Wooler Schoolhouse) – exterior restoration and rear two‑storey addition
• By‑laws 26‑024 to 26‑025 (collective agreement, accessibility plan, board appointments) read and passed
• Approval of Farm and Coverall building exemptions under Development Charges

Special Personnel Committee

The Special Personnel Committee is meeting to conduct a closed session. This session involves confidential discussions regarding personal matters of an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees.

• Closed session regarding personal matters of an identifiable individual

Environmental Stewardship Advisory Committee

The Environmental Stewardship Advisory Committee will receive updates on the proposed 2027 Quinte Bioblitz, the city’s Bee City Community involvement, and several waste‑management programs. It will review the 2026 Environmental Stewardship Awards nomination period and consider related correspondence, including the Bay of Quinte Phosphorus Management Plan. No formal motions are listed beyond routine approvals of the agenda and filing of printed items.

• Presentation by Jacqueline Miller on the proposed "Quinte Bioblitz" for 2027
• Update from sub‑committee regarding Quinte Bioblitz 2027
• Director Tracey verbal updates on Bee City Community, Quinte Trash Bash, Spring Giveaway Days, Waste Management Calendar, and Waste Standardization Program
• Environmental Stewardship Awards 2026 nomination period (March 2 – April 24 2026)
• Printed correspondence: Bay of Quinte Phosphorus Management Plan implementation plan

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will hear staff reports and consider approvals for seven consent applications to sever land in Quinte West. The agenda includes hybrid public hearings for applications ranging from Rosebush Road to Duncan Street.

• Consent Application B1/26S: Sever land west of 422 Rosebush Road
• Consent Application B2/26S: Sever land at 669 Foxboro-Stirling Road
• Consent Application B3/26S: Sever land at 25 Crowe Road
• Consent Application B4/26S: Sever land at 514 Old Hwy 2
• Consent Application B5/26S: Sever land at 50 Platt Road

CANCELLED - Property Standards Committee

Economic Development, Tourism & Special Events Advisory Committee

The Economic Development, Tourism & Special Events Advisory Committee will consider two staff reports: one on economic development and tourism updates and another on a proposed fee increase for the 2026 Quinte West Pop‑ups. A presentation on the Division Street reconstruction project will also be given. The committee will approve the agenda and minutes before discussing these items.

• Division Street reconstruction project presentation by Robert Jackson, Manager of Engineering Services
• Staff Report 26-002CS – updates on career fairs, Industrial Lands CIP, Commercial and Tourism CIP, and other development initiatives
• Staff Report 26-003CS – proposal to increase fees for 2026 Quinte West Pop‑ups
• Business Retention and Expansion (BR+E) project funding application submitted through the Rural Ontario Development Program
• Front Street Farmers’ Market – applications accepted for the 2026 market season

Council

Quinte West Council will approve $60,968.50 in community fund grants, authorize a property transfer, and enter into snow fence agreements. The meeting also includes proclamations for Chinese New Year and Trenton Memorial Hospital Day, and a notice of motion opposing changes to the OMERS pension governance.

• Council approves $60,968.50 in 2026 Community Fund Grant Applications
• Council directs staff to complete property transfer on Green St
• Council approves temporary snow fence agreements with three parties
• Council proclaims February 17, 2026 as Chinese New Year
• Council proclaims February 25, 2026 as Trenton Memorial Hospital Day

CANCELLED - Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Advisory Committee

Quinte West O.P.P. Detachment Board

The Quinte West O.P.P. Detachment Board will meet to approve the January 26, 2026 agenda and minutes from the previous meeting. The board will receive correspondence including the 2025 Annual Report and a proposal for a licensed taxi service. No formal decisions are scheduled.

• Approval of agenda and minutes for January 26, 2026 meeting
• Receiving 2025 Annual Report and 2025 Operating Budget
• Receiving proposal for licensed taxi service in Quinte West
• Receiving correspondence from Solicitor General on hate-motivated crimes
• Verbal update on Vulnerable Sector Background Checks

Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee will receive Staff Report 26-001CS on the Frankford Tourist Park seasonal camping sites as information and discuss possible options for its future operation, including continuing, discontinuing, or a mixed model. The report notes a 2026 seasonal camping fee of $2,524 and provides projected revenue of $15,000 against expenses of $33,400. Director Grimmon will also give an update on 2026 projects. Routine approvals of the agenda and previous meeting minutes are also on the agenda.

• Receive Staff Report 26-001CS on Frankford Tourist Park seasonal camping sites (information only)
• Discuss options for future operation of the camping sites (continue, discontinue, mixed model)
• Note 2026 seasonal camping fee of $2,524 and projected budget figures
• Director Grimmon to provide update on 2026 projects
• Approve agenda for the meeting and minutes from the November 27, 2025 meeting

Council

Council approved new Health and Safety, Workplace Violence, and Harassment policies for city staff. The council also approved the 2nd Dug Hill Road widening project, increased the property deductible to $250,000, and adopted an Agricultural Tile Drainage Encroachment Permit Fee. A notice of motion established an Innovation and Efficiency Working Group to identify low‑capital technology solutions for operational savings.

• Approval of Health and Safety, Workplace Violence, and Workplace Harassment and Sexual Harassment policies (Staff Report 26-001HR)
• Approval of the 2nd Dug Hill Road widening – West Side of 2nd Dug Hill Road/Dead Creek (Staff Report QW-2026-00011)
• Increase of the Property deductible to $250,000 in the 2026 Risk Management Plan
• Adoption of Agricultural Tile Drainage Encroachment Permit Fee and related policy (By‑law update to 24-154)
• Establishment of an Innovation and Efficiency Working Group to study high‑ROI technologies (Notice of Motion)

CANCELLED - Personnel Committee

Heritage Advisory Committee

The Heritage Advisory Committee will consider a permit for exterior restoration and a rear addition at the Wooler Schoolhouse and discuss a proposed 40% tax rebate for designated heritage buildings.

• Staff Report 25-087PD: Alteration to 62 County Road 5 (Wooler Schoolhouse)
• Discussion: 40% tax rebate for designated heritage buildings
• Draft Heritage Conservation Agreement
• By-law 25-131: Tax Rebate
• Discussion: Properties to be municipally listed

CANCELLED - Planning Advisory Committee

CANCELLED - Special Council Budget