{ "city": "Ramara", "state": "ON", "page": "https://canada.theboringparts.com/city/ramara/", "attribution": "MyTown / The Boring Parts — CC BY 4.0. Summaries AI-generated from official sources.", "license": "https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/", "generated": "2026-08-21", "upcoming": [ { "date": "2026-08-21", "body": "Council Information Package", "headline": null, "summary": null, "agenda_url": null, "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://ramara.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1081" }, { "date": "2026-08-27", "body": "Economic Development Committee", "headline": "Committee to review Community Improvement Plan presentation and 2027 budget", "summary": "The Ramara Economic Development Committee is meeting to receive updates and information items, including a presentation from Vitality Planning on the Community Improvement Plan (CIP), a verbal update on the 2027 budget submission, a draft news release for the new Giraffe Awards, and updates from the County of Simcoe and Chamber of Commerce. The agenda is largely informational, with no decisions or votes scheduled beyond adopting the agenda and minutes.", "agenda_url": "https://ramara.civicweb.net/document/133678/Economic%20Development%20Committee%20-%2007%20Aug%202026.pdf?handle=B68A995AA7C64534A387E6B58BA08DE7", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://ramara.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1001" }, { "date": "2026-08-28", "body": "Council Information Package", "headline": null, "summary": null, "agenda_url": null, "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://ramara.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1082" }, { "date": "2026-09-10", "body": "Lagoon City Parks and Waterways Commission", "headline": null, "summary": null, "agenda_url": null, "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://ramara.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1040" }, { "date": "2026-09-14", "body": "Regular Council", "headline": null, "summary": null, "agenda_url": null, "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://ramara.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1050" }, { "date": "2026-09-28", "body": "Regular Council", "headline": null, "summary": null, "agenda_url": null, "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://ramara.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1051" }, { "date": "2026-10-05", "body": "Regular Council", "headline": null, "summary": null, "agenda_url": null, "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://ramara.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1052" }, { "date": "2026-10-08", "body": "Lagoon City Parks and Waterways Commission", "headline": null, "summary": null, "agenda_url": null, "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://ramara.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1041" }, { "date": "2026-10-22", "body": "Economic Development Committee", "headline": null, "summary": null, "agenda_url": null, "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://ramara.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1002" }, { "date": "2026-11-12", "body": "Lagoon City Parks and Waterways Commission", "headline": null, "summary": null, "agenda_url": null, "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://ramara.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1042" }, { "date": "2026-12-03", "body": "Economic Development Committee", "headline": null, "summary": null, "agenda_url": null, "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://ramara.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1003" }, { "date": "2026-12-07", "body": "Regular Council", "headline": null, "summary": null, "agenda_url": null, "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://ramara.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1053" }, { "date": "2026-12-10", "body": "Lagoon City Parks and Waterways Commission", "headline": null, "summary": null, "agenda_url": null, "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://ramara.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1043" } ], "recent": [ { "date": "2026-08-20", "body": "Special Council re Proposed Pre-Motion Resolution Framework - Bertrand et al v. Township of Ramara et al 2026 ONSC 1662, HRTO File No.: 2026-67479-I Notice of Application, and Appointment of Interim Treasurer", "headline": "Ramara Council to discuss litigation framework, HRTO application, appoint interim treasurer", "summary": "This special council meeting is to discuss a proposed pre-motion resolution framework for the legal matter Bertrand et al v. Township of Ramara et al 2026 ONSC 1662, review the Notice of Application for HRTO File No. 2026-67479-I, and appoint an interim treasurer before the restricted acts period. The agenda includes a closed session for litigation, solicitor-client privilege, and negotiation matters. The public portion is largely procedural, with substantive discussion occurring behind closed doors.", "agenda_url": "https://ramara.civicweb.net/document/134352/Special%20Council%20re%20Proposed%20Pre-Motion%20Resoluti.pdf?handle=F9ABEC56DD3D4AC3AD9DFB8A02AACBE2", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://ramara.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1098" }, { "date": "2026-08-14", "body": "Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee", "headline": "Committee to review draft 2027-2031 Accessibility Plan and community survey", "summary": "The Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee will receive an update on the Township of Ramara's 2027-2031 Multi-Year Accessibility Plan and provide feedback on the draft community survey (Schedule A). The committee will also adopt minutes from the May 29, 2026 meeting. The agenda includes no other substantive items.", "agenda_url": "https://ramara.civicweb.net/document/133932/Joint%20Accessibility%20Advisory%20Committee%20-%2014%20Aug.pdf?handle=74AC00D68D794D6692C29F67EDD35EAF", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://ramara.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1095" }, { "date": "2026-08-14", "body": "Council Information Package", "headline": "Council reviews draft comments on proposed Ramara Quarry licence", "summary": "This is a Council Information Package for the August 14, 2026 meeting, containing correspondence and draft minutes for council's information. The most substantive item is the Compliance Manager's draft Township comments on the proposed Ramara Quarry (Licence #626728). Other items include a response from the Minister of Transport regarding a safety review of the Lake Country Airways Water Aerodrome, and various correspondence from other municipalities and associations.", "agenda_url": "https://ramara.civicweb.net/document/134146/Council%20Information%20Package%20-%2014%20Aug%202026.pdf?handle=BFBC7D8D253743FC84D0A82EDF7EAA68", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://ramara.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1080" }, { "date": "2026-08-13", "body": "Lagoon City Parks and Waterways Commission", "headline": "Commission to review 2027 draft budget and water mover noise study", "summary": "The Lagoon City Parks and Waterways Commission is meeting to consider its draft 2027 operating and capital budgets, receive updates on the water mover noise study and canal maintenance, and discuss scheduling for October 2026. The agenda also includes routine items like adopting minutes and receiving financial reports, plus requests from Commissioner Hart on footbridge lighting, private beach security, and goose management.", "agenda_url": "https://ramara.civicweb.net/document/133846/Lagoon%20City%20Parks%20and%20Waterways%20Commission%20-%2013.pdf?handle=786F34B99BCF42278B1AA186BB180A74", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://ramara.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1039" }, { "date": "2026-08-11", "body": "Committee of Adjustment", "headline": "Committee to decide on lot severance at 8149 Rama Road", "summary": "The Committee of Adjustment is deciding on a consent application to sever a new lot at 8149 Rama Road, along with a minor variance for reduced lot frontage on the retained lands. The application was deferred from July 9, 2026, at the owner's request for further review of development charge conditions. The committee will also consider boundary adjustments between lots at 5089 and 5037 Highway 12.", "agenda_url": "https://ramara.civicweb.net/document/133500/Committee%20of%20Adjustment%20-%2011%20Aug%202026.pdf?handle=119205ECA7854039BBAA9EDB1E3372B7", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://ramara.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1071" }, { "date": "2026-08-11", "body": "Property Standards Committee", "headline": "Committee hears two property standards appeals, including Monck Road order", "summary": "The Property Standards Committee will hear two property standards appeals: file #2026-001 for 1162 Monck Road and file #2025-03 for 1427 Canal Road. The committee will also adopt the agenda and minutes from the October 7, 2025 meeting, and may enter closed session to discuss a personal matter. The Monck Road appeal concerns an order to cease occupancy and remove rubbish from a collapsed dwelling, with compliance originally due July 7, 2026.", "agenda_url": "https://ramara.civicweb.net/document/133701/Property%20Standards%20Committee%20-%2011%20Aug%202026.pdf?handle=28A4D7782913496D85E1242922335062", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://ramara.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1084" }, { "date": "2026-08-10", "body": "Regular Council", "headline": "Council to consider $950K repurchase of industrial park lands", "summary": "Ramara Council is meeting to decide on several items, including allocating up to $950,000 to repurchase lands in the Township's Industrial Park, receiving a mid-year financial update, and considering a site alteration bylaw repeal and replacement. The agenda also includes a closed session for an Ombudsman investigation report, a land repurchase option, and a personal matter involving councillor social media. Several routine reports and correspondence items are scheduled for consent.", "agenda_url": "https://ramara.civicweb.net/document/133741/Regular%20Council%20-%2010%20Aug%202026.pdf?handle=F5331575577A400C90B5D1C84A2C3861", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://ramara.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1049" }, { "date": "2026-08-07", "body": "Council Information Package", "headline": "Ramara Council reviews building reports and zoning amendments", "summary": "The Council is reviewing the 2025 Annual Building Department Report, which details permit activity and revenue. The agenda also includes a public meeting notice for a zoning amendment at 2284 Concession Road 10 and correspondence regarding heritage property deadlines.", "agenda_url": "https://ramara.civicweb.net/document/133746/Council%20Information%20Package%20-%2007%20Aug%202026.pdf?handle=79AD01E25F194BBB88DFFE58E48F4DAB", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://ramara.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1079" }, { "date": "2026-07-31", "body": "Council Information Package", "headline": "Council appoints new member to Lagoon City Parks and Waterways Commission", "summary": "Council is reviewing administrative updates, including the appointment of Mark Langdon to a local commission and the initiation of effluent hauling for Wastewater Facility 202. The package also includes notifications for upcoming road name changes and public hearings for land boundary adjustments.", "agenda_url": "https://ramara.civicweb.net/document/133456/Council%20Information%20Package%20-%2031%20Jul%202026.pdf?handle=073CB4BF06714F70BD488AB188A23F35", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://ramara.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1078" }, { "date": "2026-07-27", "body": "Special Council re Interviews for Lagoon City Parks and Waterways Commission Vacancy", "headline": "Council to interview applicants for Lagoon City Parks and Waterways Commission vacancy", "summary": "This special council meeting is held to interview applicants for a vacant position on the Lagoon City Parks and Waterways Commission and select a commissioner to serve the remainder of the 2026–2029 term. The interviews will be conducted in closed session under personal matters about identifiable individuals. Following closed session, council will bring forward a motion to appoint the selected candidate and pass a confirmation bylaw.", "agenda_url": "https://ramara.civicweb.net/document/133292/Special%20Council%20re%20Interviews%20for%20Lagoon%20City%20P.pdf?handle=19A11F5CD6FA4483A3C4D7824FC4669A", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://ramara.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1093" }, { "date": "2026-07-24", "body": "Council Information Package", "headline": "Council receives update on $2.26M investment gain and governance review", "summary": "This Council Information Package contains informational items and updates, not decisions. Notable items include a $2,262,000 non-budgeted gain from redeeming a $3,000,000 investment note, a legal and governance review by WeirFoulds LLP, and a bylaw enforcement statistical report. The package also includes correspondence on regional resolutions and project updates.", "agenda_url": "https://ramara.civicweb.net/document/133285/Council%20Information%20Package%20-%2024%20Jul%202026.pdf?handle=24B40F1149B349E0AD74FB998552E22F", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://ramara.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1077" }, { "date": "2026-07-17", "body": "Council Information Package", "headline": "Council sends safety review request for Lake Country Airways water aerodrome", "summary": "The Township of Ramara Council is acting on safety concerns for the Lake Country Airways water aerodrome on Rama Road. It adopted Resolution No. CR.173.2026, authorizing the Mayor to send correspondence to Transport Canada, the Minister of Transport, the Simcoe North MP and the Transportation Safety Board requesting an operational safety review, including flight paths and impacts on recreational water activities. The Council Information Package also includes assorted inter‑municipal communications and updates on other municipal matters.", "agenda_url": "https://ramara.civicweb.net/document/132884/Council%20Information%20Package%20-%2017%20Jul%202026.pdf?handle=C64807725F9745B98046E75AFDA8256B", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://ramara.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1076" }, { "date": "2026-07-15", "body": "Climate Action Committee", "headline": "Committee reviews Council memos on climate emergency and workplans", "summary": "The Climate Action Committee is reviewing several Council memos regarding township climate initiatives. These include a draft resolution declaring a climate emergency, proposed changes to the committee's terms of reference, and a consolidated workplan for adaptation, mitigation, and education.", "agenda_url": "https://ramara.civicweb.net/document/132593/Climate%20Action%20Committee%20-%2015%20Jul%202026.pdf?handle=27E7027D64FB40CD86D1CB448D86A558", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://ramara.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1065" }, { "date": "2026-07-15", "body": "Ramara Trails Committee", "headline": "Ramara Trails Committee will adopt a trails maintenance standard and approve a 10-year plan.", "summary": "The Ramara Trails Committee will vote to adopt the Trails Maintenance Standard, which will guide upkeep through current operations and future budgets. Members will also approve a Trails 10-Year Plan for Township Council review and final adoption. Additionally, the committee will receive an informational progress update on the Uptergrove Public School Bike Bus Pilot.", "agenda_url": "https://ramara.civicweb.net/document/132600/Ramara%20Trails%20Committee%20-%2015%20Jul%202026.pdf?handle=B23B15E2BFDA45449713465D420DF528", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://ramara.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1083" }, { "date": "2026-07-13", "body": "Regular Council", "headline": "Ramara Council discusses water plans, building demolitions, and road updates", "summary": "The Council will review several municipal reports including a new Water Financial Plan and proposed changes to the Site Alteration Bylaw. Discussions also include demolition of Brechin municipal buildings and various road and sign updates.", "agenda_url": "https://ramara.civicweb.net/document/132590/Regular%20Council%20-%2013%20Jul%202026.pdf?handle=0A0A881271DE4707B6D585351627E696", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://ramara.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1048" }, { "date": "2026-07-13", "body": "Regular Council Meeting - Addendum to Agenda", "headline": "Council to discuss Site Alteration Bylaw update and aerodrome motion", "summary": "Council received a departmental report on the proposed Site Alteration Bylaw update, along with a public letter recommending stronger environmental protections. The addendum also includes a notice of motion from Councillor Snutch regarding an aerodrome. No decisions have been made; items are presented for discussion.", "agenda_url": "https://ramara.civicweb.net/document/132663/Regular%20Council%20Meeting%20-%20Addendum%20to%20Agenda%20-%20.pdf?handle=CC6608FCEBDB4A36BDCB4449577DA6DB", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://ramara.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1085" }, { "date": "2026-07-10", "body": "Council Information Package", "headline": "Council considers road assumptions and summer infrastructure updates", "summary": "The Council is reviewing several items including road assumption by-laws for Orkney Beach, Fountain Drive, and Lakeshore Drive. Additionally, staff provided an update on seasonal maintenance activities such as line painting and dust control.", "agenda_url": "https://ramara.civicweb.net/document/132640/Council%20Information%20Package%20-%2010%20Jul%202026.pdf?handle=18E5F319214C48F99CB83BE962CC55EF", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://ramara.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1075" }, { "date": "2026-07-09", "body": "Lagoon City Parks and Waterways Commission", "headline": "Invasive species presentation on Water Soldier in Lake Simcoe", "summary": "The Commission will hear a deputation from the Invasive Species Centre on the Water Soldier invasive plant recently found in Lake Simcoe. They will also receive accounts and budget reports, and discuss forthcoming staff reports on weed management and private beach security. The meeting will move into closed session for a litigation update on the Bertrand et al. case.", "agenda_url": "https://ramara.civicweb.net/document/132295/Lagoon%20City%20Parks%20and%20Waterways%20Commission%20-%2009.pdf?handle=1FC2F9164FE6481481ECA4B6BA4977BE", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://ramara.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1038" }, { "date": "2026-07-03", "body": "Council Information Package", "headline": "Province directs conservation authority transition ahead of 2027", "summary": "This is an information package with no decisions or votes. It includes correspondence from the Ministry of the Environment directing conservation authorities on budget and apportionment during transition to a regional model, and several resolutions from other municipalities on topics like property reassessment and shelter funding.", "agenda_url": "https://ramara.civicweb.net/document/132253/Council%20Information%20Package%20-%2003%20Jul%202026.pdf?handle=2D1E5AE2C87F4DDFB6E1C27AC73B07A4", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://ramara.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1074" }, { "date": "2026-06-29", "body": "Special Council Meeting regarding Ongoing File Updates and 2023-2026 Strategic Plan Progress", "headline": "Council reviews 2023-2026 Strategic Plan progress and receives department updates.", "summary": "The Township of Ramara Council is reviewing a progress report on its 2023-2026 Strategic Plan, covering infrastructure, finance, and community services. Staff will present ongoing file updates from development, emergency services, finance, and human resources. The meeting also includes a closed session to discuss confidential legal matters and a confirmation bylaw to formalize the proceedings.", "agenda_url": "https://ramara.civicweb.net/document/132061/Special%20Council%20Meeting%20regarding%20Ongoing%20File%20.pdf?handle=75BDAE2919FF4ED784C7403F8E253538", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://ramara.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1073" }, { "date": "2026-06-26", "body": "Council Information Package", "headline": "Council reviews 2025 development charge finances and community program updates.", "summary": "This agenda is an informational package for review rather than active decision-making. Council will examine the 2025 development charge financial statement, receive updates on the Sportsklub flag football program, and review Atherley Community Centre meeting minutes. Staff also provided correspondence on provincial policy updates and inter-municipal requests.", "agenda_url": "https://ramara.civicweb.net/document/132110/Council%20Information%20Package%20-%2026%20Jun%202026.pdf?handle=94180959E59F41C0BA7AE1B9462A7D2C", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://ramara.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1069" }, { "date": "2026-06-25", "body": "Economic Development Committee", "headline": "Committee to receive updates on economic development strategy and county partnerships", "summary": "This meeting of the Ramara Economic Development Committee primarily consists of receiving informational updates. Key updates include a partner update from the County of Simcoe covering workforce development, investment attraction, and a tariff action plan. The committee will also hear verbal updates on the Economic Development Strategy update and CIP sub-committees, Teeny Tiny Summits planning, and tourism video/photography filming.", "agenda_url": "https://ramara.civicweb.net/document/131777/Economic%20Development%20Committee%20-%2025%20Jun%202026.pdf?handle=26FA4EBC3A2E43AD92A46BBF4596A6BA", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://ramara.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1000" }, { "date": "2026-06-22", "body": "Regular Council", "headline": "Council approves $200k for financial system reviews and ends Rogers funding", "summary": "Ramara Council will authorize $200,000 for financial and governance reviews and terminate its funding contribution with Rogers Communications. The meeting also includes a closed session regarding a councillor communication matter and the adoption of a new Traffic Calming Policy.", "agenda_url": "https://ramara.civicweb.net/document/131704/Regular%20Council%20-%2022%20Jun%202026.pdf?handle=8E3306DC52B147368517741A9B13D6D3", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://ramara.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1047" }, { "date": "2026-06-19", "body": "Council Information Package", "headline": "Ramara Council reviews health risks, zoning updates, and municipal correspondence", "summary": "The council is reviewing various administrative reports including public health warnings regarding cooling towers and flooding recovery updates. The agenda also includes notices for a zoning by-law update open house and several pieces of inter-municipal correspondence.", "agenda_url": "https://ramara.civicweb.net/document/131708/Council%20Information%20Package%20-%2019%20Jun%202026.pdf?handle=A37CBC211B5C43AFB02416A9D1DA21B6", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://ramara.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1068" }, { "date": "2026-06-17", "body": "Special Council re Canada-Ontario Development Charge Reduction Program", "headline": "Council decides on applying to Development Charge Reduction Program", "summary": "The Township of Ramara is deciding whether to apply to the Canada-Ontario Development Charge Reduction Program, which offers grant funding for infrastructure in exchange for reducing development charges by 30-50% for three years. Staff present two potential projects: a $275.4M Rama Road water/sewer expansion enabling 3,567 units, and a $51.7M Brechin/Lagoon City sewer upgrade enabling 1,890 units. Council must decide by the June 19 application deadline.", "agenda_url": "https://ramara.civicweb.net/document/131485/Special%20Council%20re%20Canada-Ontario%20Development%20C.pdf?handle=F08D5C815BC142F888A2F2BF980895B4", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://ramara.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1072" } ] }