Simcoe County public meetings in 2025
79 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Joint Council and Committee of the Whole
County Council and the Committee of the Whole are meeting to discuss a new 2025-2035 affordable housing strategy and the 2026 budget. The body is also reviewing waste management bylaws and regional planning amendments.
- Approval of 'Building Up Simcoe County – A Community Blueprint for Affordable Housing (2025-2035)'
- Allocation of $1,020,900 for Social and Community Investment Fund renewals and projects
- Approval of $179,000 for 2026 microgrants for urgent basic needs
- Proposed update to the Solid Waste Management By-law and set fines
- Approval of Official Plan Amendment No. 5 for the Township of Tiny
Affordable Housing Advisory Committee
The Simcoe County Affordable Housing Advisory Committee will consider Item AHA 2025-298, a presentation on the County’s Community Planning Permit System (CPPS) Template Project. The committee will receive the update and provide feedback on the vision statement for the CPP By‑law. The agenda also includes routine approvals of the agenda, disclosure of interests, and a review of the committee’s Terms of Reference.
- Resolution to approve the meeting agenda
- Presentation of CPPS Template Project Update (Item AHA 2025-298)
- Recommendation to receive Item AHA 2025-298
- Review of the Affordable Housing Advisory Committee Terms of Reference
- Standard disclosures of pecuniary interest
Planning Advisory Committee
The Planning Advisory Committee is meeting to receive presentations on County Official Plan updates. The body will also receive a verbal update regarding Bill 60, the Fighting Delays, Building Faster Act, 2025.
- Presentation on County Official Plan Update - Greenlands Inventory Project
- Presentation on County Official Plan Update – Conformity and Housekeeping Project
- Verbal update on Bill 60 – Fighting Delays, Building Faster Act, 2025
- Review of Planning Advisory Committee Terms of Reference
Economic Development Sub-Committee
The Economic Development Sub‑Committee will receive Item EDS 2025‑261, an update on workforce development, attraction and retention initiatives supported by the County’s Economic Development Office. It will also receive Item EDS 2025‑293, a report back on the 2023‑2024 Entrepreneurial Innovation Fund, and Item EDS 2025‑231, a tourism summer marketing update. No other decisions are noted for this meeting.
- EDS 2025‑261 – update on workforce development, attraction and retention initiatives, includes $73,100 Rural Economic Development grant
- EDS 2025‑293 – Entrepreneurial Innovation Fund 2023‑2024 report back
- EDS 2025‑231 – Tourism Summer Marketing update
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will receive and discuss the draft 2026 County of Simcoe budget, including options to address an operating balance deficit, and may approve the amended budget. It will also consider a series of consent items covering National Child Day, a Ministry of Health funding subsidy for paramedic services, and updates on long‑term care inspections and performance reporting. Additional matters include a request to remove woodlands at 7472 Concession Road 2, solid‑waste tipping‑fee adjustments, and the future operation of the Matchedash Transfer Station.
- CCW 2025‑302 – Follow‑up from Special Budget Meeting: review and possible approval of the 2026 County of Simcoe draft budget to address the operating balance deficit.
- CCW 2025‑290 – Dedicated Offload Nurses Program: request for additional Ministry of Health funding for 2025/2026 and a review of program funding model.
- CCW 2025‑238 – Exemption to remove 2.3 ha (5.7 ac) of woodlands at 7472 Concession Road 2, Township of Adjala‑Tosorontio, subject to Endangered Species Act compliance.
- CCW 2025‑260 – Solid Waste Management Facility tipping‑fee adjustments: proposed fee changes for county waste facilities.
- CCW 2025‑280 – Future of the Matchedash Transfer Station: recommendation to continue operating the station with its current design in 2026.
Council
The Simcoe County Council meeting will approve the agenda and adopt several prior minutes and Committee of the Whole reports. It will adopt Bills 7151‑25, 7152‑25, and 7153‑25 as new by‑laws, and confirm Bill 7154‑25. The council will also hear a community delegation requesting a speed‑limit reduction and safety zone on County Road 22. All actions are presented for formal approval.
- Adopt Bills No. 7151‑25 (council meeting procedures), 7152‑25 (amend traffic by‑law), and 7153‑25 (appoint a municipal law enforcement officer) as by‑laws
- Confirm Bill No. 7154‑25 as a confirmatory by‑law for the meeting
- Consider Horseshoe Valley community delegation on County Road 22 speed‑limit reduction and safety zone (Item 9.1)
- Adopt Committee of the Whole reports on Performance Management, Human Services, and Corporate Services (Oct 21 2025)
- Adopt Council minutes and Committee of the Whole reports from Oct 21 2025, Oct 28 2025, and Nov 4 2025
Accessibility Advisory Committee
The Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee will receive and may endorse Staff Report CLK 2025-022 on the proposed council chamber renovations. It will also review the Summary of the Accessibility Facility Review for Elmvale Arena. The meeting includes agenda approval, presentations, the 2025 work plan reference, and setting of 2026 meeting dates.
- Review and endorsement of Staff Report CLK 2025-022 – Proposed Council Chamber Renovations
- Review of Summary of Accessibility Facility Review – Elmvale Arena
- Adoption of the Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee Terms of Reference
- Presentation of the AAC Work Plan 2025
- Setting of 2026 meeting dates
Proposed Municipal Boundary Adjustments - Special Council
County Council will vote on a proposal to annex land from Oro-Medonte and Springwater to Barrie. The agenda includes a resolution to support Option 3, which requests the province exclude employment lands near Highway 400/11 and allows time for a South Simcoe growth review.
- Resolution to support Option 3 for Barrie boundary adjustment
- Request to exclude employment lands near Highway 400/11
- Correspondence from Barrie Mayor Alex Nuttall
- County Officer Report CO 2025-297
- By-law to confirm proceedings of Special Council
Special Budget Meeting - Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will approve the agenda and receive Item CCW 2025-251, the 2026 Draft County of Simcoe Budget. The item will be referred to the regular Committee of the Whole meeting on November 10 for review and then recommended to County Council on November 25. A closed session will be held under the Municipal Act for confidential information, including a verbal update on the City of Barrie proposed municipal boundary adjustments.
- Item CCW 2025-251 – 2026 Draft County of Simcoe Budget (received and referred)
- Closed Session under Municipal Act sections 239(2)(h) and 239(2)(k)
- Verbal update on City of Barrie proposed municipal boundary adjustments (closed session)
Simcoe County Housing Corporation Board
The Simcoe County Housing Corporation Board is reviewing an update to its Affordable Housing Master Plan, including the reprioritization of development projects for 2026/2027. The board is also considering the sale of a single scattered unit to transfer proceeds to the Social Housing Reserve.
- Proposed sale of a single scattered unit with proceeds to the Social Housing Reserve
- Approval of the Affordable Housing Master Plan and re-prioritized development projects
- Update on 20 Rose Street, Barrie project with a total cost of $217,449,000
- Update on Urban Native Secondary Suites and Garden Suite pilot project with $1,600,000 in total capital funding
- Discussion of development at 29 and 45 Birch Street, Collingwood
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole is reviewing paramedic response targets, a revised approach for PFAS in private wells, and updates to a municipal services partnership agreement. The body is also deciding on a speed limit reduction and community safety zone near Horseshoe Heights Public School.
- Proposed speed limit reduction and Community Safety Zone on County Road 22 near Line 4 / Horseshoe Heights Public School
- Proposal for the County to pay for filter exchanges on private wells where PFAS is partially attributable to a County landfill
- Proposed 2026 Paramedic Services Response Time Performance Targets and revocation of Stretch Targets
- Updates to the Municipal Services Management Partnership Agreement
- Presentation by Child and Youth Advocacy Centre Simcoe Muskoka
Council
Council will consider adopting new by-laws for procurement and real estate acquisition and disposition. The body will also discuss the City of Barrie restructuring proposals and the impact of Canada Post strikes on recycling outreach.
- Bill No. 7147-25: By-law to adopt the County of Simcoe Procurement Policy
- Bill No. 7148-25: By-law to adopt the Real Estate Acquisition and Disposition Policy
- CO 2025-286: Update on City of Barrie Restructuring Proposals
- CO 2025-287: Mailing impacts of Canada Post work stoppage on recycling promotion
- Approval of Performance Management, Human Services, and Corporate Services reports
Governance Committee
The Simcoe County Governance Committee will receive and approve the draft updated Procedure By-law (Item GOV 2025-270) and note that it will be presented to County Council for adoption and the repeal of By-laws No. 6703, 6842 and 6867. The committee will also receive and approve updates to the Accountability and Transparency Policy and the Public Notice Policy (Item GOV 2025-271). These actions are part of the committee’s regular review of governance processes.
- Approve draft updated Procedure By-law (GOV 2025-270) and recommend its adoption by County Council
- Recommend repeal of By‑law No. 6703, 6842 and 6867 alongside the new Procedure By‑law
- Approve updated Accountability and Transparency Policy (GOV 2025-271)
- Approve updated Public Notice Policy (GOV 2025-271)
- Meeting follows the Proposed Municipal Boundary Adjustments public meeting
Proposed Municipal Boundary Adjustments - Public Meeting - Special Council
The Special Council held a statutory public meeting to receive comments on the City of Barrie's proposed municipal boundary adjustments with the Townships of Oro‑Medonte and Springwater. No decision was made at this meeting; the final consideration will occur at the October 21, 2025 County Council meeting. Presentations included draft restructuring proposals, a letter of commitment from Barrie to Simcoe County, and updates from the provincial facilitator.
- Draft Restructuring Proposal – City of Barrie and Township of Oro‑Medonte (including mapping)
- Draft Restructuring Proposal – City of Barrie and Township of Springwater (including mapping)
- Letter of Commitment dated September 29, 2025 from City of Barrie to County of Simcoe
- Public verbal submissions from residents (e.g., Jane Voorheis, Darren Vella, Alex Lusty, etc.)
- City of Barrie's conditional offer to invest $5,000,000 toward an economic‑development project
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will approve the meeting agenda and several consent items, including an update on recycling transition and the Emergency Management Provincial Annual Compliance report. It will receive and approve funding updates for EarlyON Child and Family Centres and other early learning initiatives, as well as the Affordable Housing Advisory Committee report. The body will also authorize $61,000 in additional funds to purchase a replacement transportation maintenance pickup truck. Finally, the committee will move into a closed session to consider confidential land acquisition and litigation matters.
- Approve $61,000 additional funds for a replacement transportation maintenance pickup truck (CCW 2025-274)
- Receive and approve Early Learning and Child Care Funding and Growth Update (CCW 2025-262)
- Approve recommendations from the Affordable Housing Advisory Committee report (Oct 2, 2025)
- Receive update on Recycling Transition (CCW 2025-277)
- Receive Emergency Management Provincial Annual Compliance item (CCW 2025-269)
Council
The Simcoe County Council meeting will approve the agenda and adopt recent council minutes. It will approve several Committee of the Whole recommendations, receive the Lake Simcoe Regional Airport Board minutes, and consider a motion asking the Deputy Warden to voluntarily resign due to a perceived conflict over City of Barrie boundary adjustments. The council will also enact Bill No. 7146-25 as a confirmatory by‑law.
- Councillor James Leduc moves a motion requesting the Deputy Warden voluntarily resign for the remainder of the term to avoid perceived conflict in City of Barrie boundary adjustment discussions.
- Adoption of Bill No. 7146-25 as a confirmatory by‑law of the council's proceedings on October 7, 2025.
- Approval of Performance Management recommendations from the Committee of the Whole Report dated September 23, 2025.
- Approval of Human Services recommendations (including a confidential item) from the Committee of the Whole Report dated September 23, 2025.
- Receipt of Lake Simcoe Regional Airport Board minutes (draft and confidential) from the September 18, 2025 meeting.
Affordable Housing Advisory Committee
The Affordable Housing Advisory Committee is reviewing a draft strategy for 2025-2035 aimed at increasing housing supply and preventing homelessness. The proposed plan sets a 10-year target to serve 20,996 total households through capital projects, subsidies, and prevention programs.
- Draft Strategy: Building Up Simcoe County: Our Community Blueprint for Affordable Housing and Homelessness Prevention 2025-2035
- Proposed 10-year housing target of 5,080 households
- Estimated total cost of $911.9M for full target implementation
- Update on 10-Year Affordable Housing and Homelessness Prevention Strategy (Item AHA 2025-266)
- Project update on Community Planning Permit System Template (CCW 2025-237)
Affordable Housing Advisory Committee
The Affordable Housing Advisory Committee will hear a presentation on the draft “Building Up Simcoe County” strategy and receive an update on the County’s 10‑Year Affordable Housing and Homelessness Prevention Strategy (Item AHA 2025‑266). The committee will also get a verbal update on the Community Planning Permit System Template (CCW 2025‑237). After these discussions, the committee will consider and receive the update item as a matter for consideration.
- Presentation of Draft Strategy: “Building Up Simcoe County” by Mina Fayez‑Bahgat and Brittany Doner‑Gilroy
- Item AHA 2025‑266 – Update on 10‑Year Affordable Housing and Homelessness Prevention Strategy (to be received)
- CCW 2025‑237 – Community Planning Permit System Template – verbal project update
- Resolution to approve the agenda
- Disclosure of pecuniary interest
Proposed Simcoe County Official Plan Amendment - Public Meeting - Special Council
Simcoe County Council held a public meeting to discuss a proposal by Bradford Highlands Joint Venture to expand the settlement area boundary for residential development. The proposal seeks to add 938 housing units to help meet population growth targets for 2031.
- Proposed residential development of 938 units (308 singles, 208 semis, 266 street towns, 156 B2B towns)
- Request to incorporate subject lands into the settlement area boundary for residential use
- Public opposition regarding the impact on over 40 existing private drinking water wells
- Concerns from residents about proceeding before the completion of the BWG Growth Management Plan to 2051
- Proposal to convey 9.16 hectares of additional environmental lands into public ownership
Simcoe County Housing Corporation Board
The Simcoe County Housing Corporation Board will receive the 2025 Second Quarter Report (Item HCB 2025-207) and approve mortgage renewal resolutions for its properties (Item HCB 2025-223). The Board will adopt the agenda, confirm the minutes from the May 27, 2025 meeting, and authorize the General Manager and Clerk to execute the necessary mortgage documents with the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing and the lender.
- Approve and adopt mortgage renewal resolutions in Schedules 1, 2 and 3 of Item HCB 2025-223.
- Authorize execution of mortgage documents with the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing and the lender.
- Receive the 2025 Second Quarter Report (Item HCB 2025-207).
- Approve the meeting agenda.
- Confirm and adopt minutes from the May 27, 2025 Board meeting.
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole approved a $4.1 million budget increase to construct a 10th-floor event venue at the 20 Rose Street development in Barrie. The body also approved submitting costs from the 2025 Ice Storm to the province for reimbursement and set the 2026 meeting schedule.
- Approve $4.1M construction budget for 20 Rose Street event space
- Submit 2025 Ice Storm costs for provincial reimbursement
- Approve 2026 regular meeting schedule
- Approve Economic Development Sub-Committee recommendations
- Approve Bursary Committee recommendations
Council
Simcoe County Council will approve a confirmatory by‑law (Bill No. 7145-25) that records the proceedings of its September 23, 2025 meeting. The council will also adopt minutes from the September 9 meeting, approve Committee of the Whole reports on performance management, human services and corporate services, and receive a letter from the Building Industry and Land Development Association about a new multi‑residential property tax subclass. Minutes of the Lake Simcoe Regional Airport Board meeting will be received as well.
- Bill No. 7145-25 – By‑law to confirm proceedings of the September 23, 2025 council meeting
- Adoption of County Council minutes and Committee of the Whole reports dated September 9, 2025
- Letter from the Building Industry and Land Development Association regarding a new multi‑residential property tax subclass
- Receipt of Lake Simcoe Regional Airport Board draft minutes (September 18, 2025)
- Approval of Council Communications and Proclamations for September 9‑22, 2025
Audit and Finance Committee
The Simcoe County Audit and Finance Committee will consider and vote on several items, including audit engagement and planning letters from Baker Tilly KDN LLP, the 2025 draft audit plan, and the 2026 draft work plan. It will also receive and approve revisions to the County's Procurement By-law, adopting the updated policy and repealing By-law No. 6759. Additionally, the committee will adopt revised Real Estate Acquisition and Disposition Policy provisions and repeal By-law No. 6204. All recommendations are presented for approval at the September 19, 2025 meeting.
- Approve Audit Engagement Letter (Item AUC 2025-247) from Baker Tilly KDN LLP
- Approve Audit Committee Planning Letter (Item AUC 2025-248) from Baker Tilly KDN LLP
- Approve 2025 Draft Audit Plan (Item AUC 2025-249)
- Approve Procurement By-law revisions (Item AUC 2025-232) and repeal By-law No. 6759
- Approve Real Estate Acquisition and Disposition Policy revisions (Item AUC 2025-233) and repeal By-law No. 6204
Lake Simcoe Regional Airport Board
The Lake Simcoe Regional Airport Board will receive an update on the runway extension project (item LSRA 2025-253) and an update on the airport certification public consultation (item LSRA 2025-254). The board will also hold a closed session to vote on confidential real estate and legal matters (item LSRA 2025-255). All three items will be formally received and, for the confidential matter, approved.
- LSRA 2025-253 – Runway extension update (design 50% complete, DFO letter pending) – received
- LSRA 2025-254 – Airport certification public consultation update – received
- Confidential LSRA 2025-255 – Real estate and legal matters – voted and approved in closed session
Bursary Committee
The Simcoe County Bursary Committee will elect a Chair and Vice‑Chair, approve its agenda, and receive the 2025 County Bursary Program Status report (BUR 2025‑198). It will also consider a confidential item (BUR 2025‑199) to approve the selection of bursary applicants in closed session under the Municipal Act. The committee will then adjourn the meeting.
- Election of Chair and Vice‑Chair (Item 2)
- Approval of agenda (Item 3)
- Receipt of BUR 2025‑198 – 2025 County Bursary Program Status (Item 8.1)
- Confidential BUR 2025‑199 – 2025 Bursary Program Applicant Selection (Item 10.1)
- Resolution to enter closed session under Municipal Act Section 239(2)(b)
Economic Development Sub-Committee
The Simcoe County Economic Development Sub‑Committee will receive an update on manufacturing sector initiatives (Item EDS‑2025‑222) and approve the execution of Rural Ontario Development Program and Trade‑Impacted Communities Program funding contracts for those activities. The committee will also receive an update on tourism stakeholder relations (Item EDS‑2025‑217). No other decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Receive Item EDS‑2025‑222 – Manufacturing Sector Initiatives update and approve execution of Rural Ontario Development Program and Trade‑Impacted Communities Program contracts
- Receive Item EDS‑2025‑217 – Tourism Stakeholder Relations update
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole approved a new Paramedic Driving Enhancement Program to improve safety and consistency for County paramedics. The body also approved funding allocations for housing initiatives and the Simcoe County Hospice Alliance, and received a report on a new multi-residential property tax subclass.
- Paramedic Driving Enhancement Program approved
- Housing funding allocations for COCHI and OPHI approved
- Simcoe County Hospice Alliance capital funding approved
- Report on new multi-residential property tax subclass received
- Confidential land acquisition and funding matters discussed in closed session
Council
The meeting is primarily procedural, focusing on the approval of the agenda and the adoption of minutes from the August 12, 2025, session. Council will also receive communications and proclamations issued by the Warden.
- Confirmation of Joint County Council and Committee of the Whole minutes from August 12, 2025
- Proclamation designating September 9, 2025, as Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Awareness Day
- Enactment of Bill No. 7144-25 to confirm proceedings of the September 9 meeting
Special Accessibility Advisory Committee
The Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee meeting will approve its agenda, review its Terms of Reference and Site Plan Review Guidelines, and consider two site‑plan control applications: SPA‑04‑25‑16728 for Highway 12 and SPA‑05‑25‑259 for King Street.
- Approval of agenda
- Review of Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee Terms of Reference
- Review of Site Plan Review Guidelines
- Review of AAC Work Plan 2025
- Consideration of Site Plan Control Approval Application SPA‑04‑25‑16728 (Highway 12) and SPA‑05‑25‑259 (King Street)
Accessibility Advisory Committee (Facility Review)
The Accessibility Advisory Committee will conduct a facility review at the County of Simcoe Bradford Affordable Housing Facility, 151 Simcoe St., Bradford. The review covers exterior paths, entrances, parking, interior corridors, amenities, restrooms, public amenities, and play space accessibility. The committee will assess compliance with accessibility standards and universal design principles.
- Exterior paths of travel, sidewalks, and parking accessibility
- Building entrance, automatic door openers, and signage
- Interior corridors, elevators, and floor safety
- Accessible restrooms and fixtures
- Play space routes and adaptive equipment
Planning Advisory Committee
The Planning Advisory Committee will elect a Chair and Vice‑Chair to lead the new term. Members will approve the meeting agenda and receive a planning orientation presentation from staff. The Committee will also review its Terms of Reference, which outline its purpose and responsibilities. No other decisions or policy items are on the agenda.
- Election of Chair and Vice‑Chair
- Approval of agenda
- Planning orientation presentation by Dan Amadio and Tiffany Thompson
- Review of Planning Advisory Committee Terms of Reference
- Disclosure of pecuniary interest
Economic Development Sub-Committee
The Economic Development Sub‑Committee will consider an application to establish a Regional Technology Development Site for automotive and electric‑vehicle sectors in Simcoe County, Barrie and Orillia. The committee will vote to allocate $520,000 from the Economic Development and Planning Reserve over four years, subject to a successful grant from the Ontario Vehicle Innovation Network that could leverage up to $1.2 million. The funding would support the site from 2025 to 2029. A tourism projects update is also on the agenda.
- Allocation of $520,000 over four years for the Regional Technology Development Site (EDS 2025-208)
- Potential grant of up to $1.2 million from the Ontario Vehicle Innovation Network (OVIN)
- Application to establish the Regional Technology Development Site covering Simcoe County, Barrie and Orillia
- Tourism Projects Update (EDS 2025-209) to be received
- Review of Economic Development Sub‑Committee Terms of Reference (Item 5.1)
Joint Council and Committee of the Whole
County Council and the Committee of the Whole are meeting to discuss 2026 budget assumptions and a new organics capture program. The body is also considering paramedic service updates and a settlement area boundary expansion in Bradford West Gwillimbury.
- Proposed rule starting Nov 1, 2025, where garbage is only collected if an organics cart is also put out
- Reduction of organics cart delivery fee to $25 from Oct 1 to Dec 31, 2025
- Approval of 2026 High Level Draft Budget Assumptions
- Official Plan Amendment application for 23 Brownlee Drive & 2820, 2824, 2848 Line 5, Bradford West Gwillimbury
- Development Charge deferral agreement for 1090 6th Line, Innisfil
Accessibility Advisory Committee (Facility Review)
The Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee will meet on Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at 10:00 AM to conduct a facility review of the Elmvale Community Arena (14 George St., Elmvale) for the Township of Springwater. The review will use a detailed checklist to examine exterior paths, parking, entrances, interior circulation, restrooms, play space and other public amenities. No decisions or approvals are listed; the meeting is for assessment and discussion of accessibility compliance.
- Exterior paths of travel and parking accessibility
- Building entrance doors and automatic door openers
- Interior paths, elevators, signage, and lighting
- Restroom accessibility features and signage
- Play space accessibility and adaptive equipment
Shareholder of the Lake Simcoe Regional Airport Inc.
The Shareholder of the Lake Simcoe Regional Airport Inc. will hold its annual general meeting on June 24, 2025. At the meeting the board will consider electing the individuals listed in Schedule 1 as directors, appointing Baker Tilly KDN LLP as auditor, approving the 2024 draft audited financial statements, and ratifying the actions of the board since the last AGM. The agenda also includes routine approvals of the agenda, previous minutes, and a resolution to adjourn.
- Election of directors named in Schedule 1 to the LSRA Board
- Appointment of Baker Tilly KDN LLP as auditor for the LSRA
- Approval of the 2024 draft audited financial statements
- Approval of the LSRA Board’s actions since the previous AGM
- Adoption of the agenda, previous minutes, and adjournment resolution
Joint Council and Committee of the Whole
The Joint Council and Committee of the Whole are reviewing several human services and infrastructure projects. Key decisions include the acquisition of homeless shelter capacity and updates to waste management and emergency services.
- Approval of a 40-bedroom modular facility for unsheltered homelessness response for up to $1.2 million
- One-time $20,000 operational fund for Crime Stoppers of Simcoe-Dufferin-Muskoka
- Proposed garbage collection rule requiring organics cart use for garbage pickup starting November 1, 2025
- Temporary road closures on County Road 25 for the Terry Fox Run and County Road 17 for culvert replacements
- Approval of revised fees for the Public Access Defibrillator Program
Shareholder of the Simcoe County Housing Corporation
The Simcoe County Housing Corporation shareholder meeting on June 24, 2025 will consider Item HCB‑2025‑123. The board recommends electing the individuals listed in Schedule 1 as directors, appointing Baker Tilly KDN LLP as auditor, approving the 2024 draft audited financial statements, and ratifying the board’s actions since the last AGM. The agenda and previous minutes will also be approved.
- Election of directors as named in Schedule 1
- Appointment of Baker Tilly KDN LLP as auditor
- Approval of the 2024 draft audited financial statements
- Ratification of SCHC board actions since the prior AGM
- Approval of agenda and adoption of previous minutes
Accessibility Advisory Committee
The Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee will discuss the design and accessibility features of the Birch Street Affordable Housing Project, a $18M redevelopment in Collingwood. The committee will also review annual accessibility status reports from several municipalities.
- Birch Street Affordable Housing Project presentation
- Town of Midland 2024 Accessibility Status Report
- Springwater 2024 Annual Accessibility Status Report
- Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee Terms of Reference
- AAC Work Plan 2025
Transit Planning Workshop - Special Council
County Council is convening a special meeting for a transit planning workshop. The session includes a presentation by Dillon Consulting and a facilitated discussion on transit planning.
- Transit Planning Presentation by Dennis Kar of Dillon Consulting
- Bill No. 7135-25 to confirm proceedings of the special meeting
Economic Development Sub-Committee
The Sub-Committee is receiving updates on investment attraction activities, tourism marketing, and cycling tourism. The meeting includes a review of the Sub-Committee's Terms of Reference.
- EDS 2025-159: Update on investment attraction, including $6,000 in CanExport Community Investments Program funding
- EDS 2025-101: Tourism Marketing Update
- EDS 2025-102: Tourism Cycling Update
- Review of Economic Development Sub-Committee Terms of Reference
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole approved the Simcoe County Archives renovation project and the reopening update. The body also approved a funding plan for the Georgian Manor Long-Term Care 16-bed expansion and received a report on the Age-Friendly Community Needs Assessment.
- Simcoe County Archives renovation and reopening update
- Georgian Manor Long-Term Care 16-bed expansion funding plan
- Early Learning and Child Care Service System Plan 2025-2029
- Request to remove 16.0 hectares of woodlands at 1895 Forbes Road
- Report on potential implications of Barrie boundary expansion
Council
The Simcoe County Council will adopt the May 27, 2025 council minutes and confirm Committee of the Whole reports on performance management, human services and corporate services. It will also approve Bills No. 7132‑25 to amend the Consolidated Traffic By‑law and No. 7133‑25 to enter a contribution agreement with the federal government for the Local Immigration Partnership, and enact Bill No. 7134‑25 as a confirmatory by‑law.
- Bill No. 7132‑25 – amendment to Consolidated Traffic By‑law No. 7098‑24
- Bill No. 7133‑25 – contribution agreement with the Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada for the Local Immigration Partnership
- Bill No. 7134‑25 – confirmatory by‑law for Council proceedings on June 10, 2025
- Adoption of County Council minutes and Committee of the Whole reports dated May 27, 2025
- Approval of performance management, human services and corporate services recommendations from Committee of the Whole
Affordable Housing Advisory Committee
The Affordable Housing Advisory Committee will receive an update on Simcoe County Housing Corporation’s affordable‑housing projects, including the 20 Rose Street mixed‑use development funded with about $5 million from Ontario Priorities Housing Initiatives and Canada‑Ontario Community Housing Initiative. It will also receive the homelessness point‑in‑time count report and the 2024 “Housing Our Future” annual report, which the committee will approve and forward to the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing. The meeting includes routine business such as electing a chair and vice‑chair, approving the agenda, and disclosing pecuniary interests.
- Receive Item AHA 2025‑134 – update on 20 Rose Street mixed‑use affordable housing project with $5 million provincial/federal funding
- Receive Item AHA 2025‑137 – homelessness enumeration point‑in‑time count report
- Approve and forward Item AHA 2025‑160 – 2024 “Housing Our Future” annual report
- Election of Chair and Vice‑Chair of the Advisory Committee
- Approval of agenda and disclosure of pecuniary interest
Meeting of the Municipal Representatives of the Affordable Housing Advisory Committee
The Municipal Representatives of the Affordable Housing Advisory Committee will consider Item AHA 2025-020, recommending the appointment of Jamie Charlebois as the new Mental Health and Addictions Care sector representative and confirming Stephanie Desroches as the alternate. The meeting also includes routine agenda approval, disclosures of pecuniary interest, and other procedural matters with no financial implications.
- Approval of the meeting agenda
- Disclosure of pecuniary interest by members
- Presentation of the Affordable Housing Advisory Committee Terms of Reference
- Appointment of Jamie Charlebois as Mental Health and Addictions Care sector representative
- Confirmation of Stephanie Desroches as the alternate member
Simcoe County Housing Corporation Board
The Board is reviewing the 2024 Fourth Quarter Report and preparing for the corporation's Annual General Meeting. The meeting will include recommendations for electing directors, appointing auditors, and approving 2024 audited financial statements.
- Annual General Meeting scheduled for June 24, 2025
- Recommendation to appoint Baker Tilly KDN LLP as auditors
- Approval of 2024 draft audited financial statements
- Receipt of the 2024 Fourth Quarter Report
- Election of SCHC Directors
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will review a grant agreement with Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada, receive updates on hospital operations and funding, and consider a proposed land acquisition. The committee will also recess to hold a meeting of the Simcoe County Housing Corporation Board.
- Grant agreement with Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (2025-2028)
- Emergency repair of Sunset Suites elevator
- Capital funding for Stevenson Memorial Hospital
- Temporary no-parking restriction on County Road 4
- Proposed land acquisition (Confidential)
Council
Simcoe County Council will consider approving a loan agreement for the Township of Clearview to fund water infrastructure at Klondike Park. The meeting also includes the adoption of previous council minutes and committee reports.
- Loan agreement for Klondike Park Water Infrastructure Project
- By-law to authorize purchase of Orrock Creek North Tract lands
- By-law to authorize Federal Transit Funding agreement
- Adoption of County Council and Committee of the Whole minutes
- Proclamation of June 2025 as Pride Month
Lake Simcoe Regional Airport Board
The Board will review the 2024 Year-End Report and decide on the approval of the 2025 Work Plan. Members will also discuss the airport's certification application and set the date for the Annual General Meeting.
- Approval of the 2025 Lake Simcoe Regional Airport Work Plan
- Update on the application for Airport Certification
- Scheduling of the Annual General Meeting for June 24, 2025
- Appointment of Baker Tilly KDN LLP as auditors
- Verbal update on the Barrie Air Show scheduled for June 7 to 8, 2025
Accessibility Advisory Committee
The Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee will hear a presentation on the Birch Street Affordable Housing Project, which the County Council approved for $18 million. The meeting will also review the Committee’s Terms of Reference and the 2025 work plan, and receive status‑report memos for the Town of Midland and the Township of Springwater. Verbal updates on AccessAbility Week events will be provided.
- Presentation on Birch Street Affordable Housing Project ($18 M approved)
- Review of Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee Terms of Reference
- Review of AAC Work Plan 2025
- Receipt of memo on Town of Midland 2024 Accessibility Status Report
- Receipt of memo on Springwater 2024 Accessibility Status Report
Governance Committee
The Governance Committee will consider two items. Item GOV 2025-158 seeks direction on possible amendments to the Procedure By-law regarding the circumstances in which a weighted vote may be used. Item GOV 2025-161 proposes an additional option for hybrid Council and Committee of the Whole meetings, with attached guidelines, and will be approved to take effect in September 2025.
- GOV 2025-158 – discussion of amendments to the Procedure By-law on when a weighted vote can be used
- GOV 2025-161 – approval of an additional hybrid meeting option for Council and Committee of the Whole, with guidelines to apply from September 2025
Audit and Finance Committee
The committee is meeting to review the 2024 draft audited financial statements and the 2024 Investment Report. The body will also consider the approval of a new Member Municipality Lending Policy.
- Approval of 2024 draft audited financial statements
- Approval of POL-FIN-016 Member Municipality Lending Policy
- Review of 2024 Investment Report
- Review of annual statement of development charge reserve funds as of December 31, 2024
- Presentation of County of Simcoe Comparative Analysis December 31, 2024 by Baker Tilly
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will consider a budget increase and temporary road closure for the County Road 54 Innisfil Tributary Culvert replacement. The body will also receive reports on emergency shelter activations, a multi-residential organics program, and a proposed land acquisition.
- County Road 54 (10 Sideroad) Innisfil Tributary Culvert replacement: $850,000 budget increase and 20-week temporary closure
- Approval of a County-wide multi-residential organics program
- Emergency shelter activation reports for Elmvale Community Centre
- Paramedic Services Week events and Family Fun Day
- Confidential items regarding land acquisition and federal funding
Council
The council will adopt Bill No. 7127‑25, a by‑law that creates fees and charges for services provided by the County of Simcoe and repeals By‑law No. 7054‑24. It will also pass Bill No. 7128‑25, a confirmatory by‑law confirming the council’s May 13, 2025 proceedings. The Governance Committee is tasked to recommend when the weighted‑vote provision in the Procedure By‑law may be used, and the council approves the Performance Management, Human Services and Corporate Services recommendations from the Committee of the Whole reports.
- Bill No. 7127‑25 – By‑law to establish fees and charges for County services
- Bill No. 7128‑25 – Confirmatory By‑law for the May 13, 2025 council meeting
- Governance Committee tasked to consider weighted‑vote recommendations
- Approval of Performance Management recommendations (Committee of the Whole)
- Approval of Human Services and Corporate Services recommendations (Committee of the Whole)
Governance Committee
The committee is seeking direction on preferred options for hybrid Council and Committee of the Whole meetings following a pilot phase. The body will also receive a proposed review process for the Procedure By-law and conduct several confidential performance appraisals.
- GOV 2025-071: Hybrid Council and Committee of the Whole Meeting Options
- GOV 2025-106: Procedure By-law Proposed Review Process
- Performance appraisal for CAO (GOV 2025-121)
- Performance appraisal for GM Health and Emergency Services (GOV 2025-120)
- Performance appraisals for GM Corporate Performance and GM Engineering, Planning and Environment
Economic Development Sub-Committee
The Economic Development Sub-Committee is reviewing a proposed Tariff Action Plan and a Memorandum of Understanding for economic development services with the Town of Penetanguishene. The body is also receiving updates on tourism strategies and workforce attraction initiatives.
- Approval of the proposed Tariff Action Plan (EDS 2025-097)
- Approval of a Memorandum of Understanding for Economic Development Services with the Town of Penetanguishene (EDS 2025-098)
- Update on workforce attraction initiatives supported by a $73,100 Rural Economic Development grant (EDS 2025-067)
- Review of the Made in Simcoe County Tourism Strategy (EDS 2025-094)
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole met on April 22 2025 to consider a range of items across human services, corporate services and performance management. It approved a new full‑time position to coordinate and support growth of licensed child‑care spaces and adopted amendments to the Consolidated Fees and Charges By‑law. The Committee also received updates on the LINX Transit 2024 status, the County Official Plan, additional 2025 road‑rehabilitation projects, and a request from Clearview Township for interim infrastructure support.
- Approval of a net new 1.0 FTE position to coordinate and support growth of licensed child‑care spaces (Human Services – Early Learning and Child Care)
- Adoption of Consolidated Fees and Charges By‑law Amendments to replace By‑law No. 7054‑24 (Performance Management – Finance)
- Receipt of the LINX Transit 2024 Status Update (Corporate Services – Consent)
- Receipt of the County Official Plan Update (Corporate Services – Consent)
- Initiation of tendering for additional 2025 Road Rehabilitation Projects (Corporate Services – Engineering)
Council
Simcoe County Council met to approve minutes, committee reports, and three by-laws regarding council composition, housing services, and confirming meeting proceedings. The meeting also received communications and proclamations.
- Bill No. 7119-25: By-law to change council composition
- Bill No. 7125-25: By-law to authorize remedies under Housing Services Act
- Bill No. 7126-25: By-law to confirm proceedings of April 22, 2025 meeting
- Approval of Committee of the Whole reports on Performance Management, Human Services, and Corporate Services
- Reception of Council Communications and Proclamations for April 8–21, 2025
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will approve the $18.1 million budget for the Birch Street Affordable Housing Redevelopment Project, authorize land transfer to Simcoe County Housing Corporation, and apply $750,000 of COCHI capital funding. It will also adopt a by‑law to enable supervisory management agreements under the Housing Services Act and authorize the purchase of a larger bus for the Simcoe Village redevelopment using federal, provincial and reserve funds. Additional items include a $44,312.50 draw for the Trails Connecting Communities grant, procurement of extra LINX transit buses, and approval of council remuneration and an accessibility advisory report.
- Approve $18.1 M budget and $750,000 COCHI funding for Birch Street Affordable Housing Redevelopment
- Authorize supervisory management agreements and by‑law under the Housing Services Act
- Approve purchase of a larger bus for Simcoe Village redevelopment using federal, provincial and reserve funds
- Draw $44,312.50 from the Planning and Economic Development Reserve for Trails Connecting Communities grant
- Procure additional LINX transit fleet under the Metrolinx Transit Procurement Initiative
Council
County Council adopted the March 25 minutes and approved performance, human services and corporate services recommendations from the Committee of the Whole. The council received an Ice Storm Emergency Response Status Update and directed extensions to brush‑drop‑off services. Bill No. 7124-25 was enacted as a confirmatory by‑law. A motion to refer Bill No. 7119-25, which would change the council composition, was defeated.
- Adoption of March 25 Council minutes and Committee of the Whole reports
- Approval of Performance Management, Human Services, and Corporate Services recommendations
- Ice Storm Emergency Response Status Update (CO 2025-114) with brush‑drop‑off extensions
- Enactment of Bill No. 7124-25 as a confirmatory by‑law
- Defeat of Resolution 2025-73 to refer Bill No. 7119-25 for council composition amendment
Special Council
The Special Council will enact three by‑laws: one to authorize borrowing for capital projects, one to set the 2025 county tax rates, and one to purchase the Orr Tract (about 115.14 acres) in the Township of Severn. It will also approve the Performance Management, Human Services, and Corporate Services recommendations from the Committee of the Whole. The meeting includes routine approvals of minutes, communications, and a closed‑session item.
- Bill No. 7120-25 – by‑law to authorize borrowing for capital work through OILC financing
- Bill No. 7121-25 – by‑law to establish County rates and tax ratios for 2025
- Bill No. 7122-25 – by‑law to purchase the Orr Tract (≈115.14 acres, Part Lot 19 Concession 3 North Orillia)
- Approval of Performance Management recommendations from the Committee of the Whole
- Approval of Human Services recommendations from the Committee of the Whole
Committee of the Whole
The Simcoe County Committee of the Whole will receive and approve several items, including authorizing staff to proceed with the deaccession of objects from the Simcoe County Museum collection. Other items include a report on the 2024 Emergency Management year‑end, an update on Health and Emergency Services recruitment and retention, a Living Classroom partnership with the Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board, and a study of trade‑tariff impacts on county procurement and budgeting. The meeting will also move to a closed session to consider a confidential housing governance matter.
- CCW 2025-077 – authorization to deaccession identified museum objects
- CCW 2025-093 – potential impact of trade tariffs and counter‑tariffs on procurement and budget planning
- CCW 2025-080 – Emergency Management 2024 Year End Report
- CCW 2025-058 – Health and Emergency Services recruitment and retention update
- CCW 2025-081 – Living Classroom partnership with Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board
Council
The Simcoe County Council will adopt minutes and approve Committee of the Whole reports. It will enact four by‑laws: changing council composition, authorizing borrowing from OILC for capital projects, setting 2025 tax rates, and approving the purchase of the Orr Tract (about 115.14 acres). A confirmatory by‑law will also be passed to record the meeting proceedings.
- Bill No. 7119-25 – By‑law to change the composition of Council
- Bill No. 7120-25 – By‑law authorizing borrowing from OILC for capital work financing
- Bill No. 7121-25 – By‑law establishing County rates and tax ratios for 2025
- Bill No. 7122-25 – By‑law to purchase the Orr Tract (≈115.14 acres, Part Lot 19 Concession 3 North Orillia, PIN 74065-0023)
- Bill No. 7123-25 – Confirmatory by‑law for the March 25, 2025 Council meeting
Accessibility Advisory Committee
The committee is reviewing 2024 Annual Accessibility Status and Compliance reports for the County of Simcoe, Township of Adjala-Tosorontio, and Town of Midland. Members will also review design drawings for municipal renovations and discuss the 2025 work plan.
- Approval of the 2024 Annual Accessibility Status Report for the County of Simcoe
- Review of the 2024 Annual Accessibility Status Report for the Township of Adjala-Tosorontio
- Review of the 2024 Annual Accessibility Compliance Report for the Town of Midland
- Review of design drawings for renovating Shanty Bay Fire Hall into a Municipal Law Enforcement Office
- Review of design drawings for the Administration Centre Front Foyer
Grant Program Task Force
The Grant Program Task Force will consider approving the disbursement of $400,000 for the 2025 Tourism, Culture and Sport Enhancement Fund and renaming it the 'Experience Simcoe County Partnership Fund'. The body will also discuss reverting the applicant contribution requirement to a 1:1 matched funding model for 2026.
- Approval of $400,000 fund disbursement for 2025
- Renaming fund to 'Experience Simcoe County Partnership Fund'
- Discussion on reverting to 1:1 matched funding model for 2026
- Approval of agenda for March 18, 2025 meeting
- Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
Council Composition - Public Meeting - Special Council
County Council is discussing a draft By-law to change its composition for the 2026-2030 term. The proposal would limit membership to the Mayors of the 16 member municipalities and one appointed Warden. This meeting serves as the required public consultation period before a final vote on March 25, 2025.
- Draft By-law CO 2025-047 to reduce Council size from 32 to 17 members
- Proposal to change Warden selection to any eligible elector of the County of Simcoe
- Proposal to extend the Warden's term from two years to four years
- Proposed repeal of Weighted Vote By-law No. 4789 to adjust for reduced membership
- Public submissions received from 17 individuals, including Jonathan Scott and Dave Ritchie
Economic Development Sub-Committee
The Economic Development Sub‑Committee will receive and recommend on Item EDS 2025‑066, which outlines nine applications for the 2025 Entrepreneurial Innovation Fund with a total request of $197,259 and a maximum award of $75,000 per project. It will also receive Item EDS 2025‑079 on economic risks to Simcoe County from U.S. tariffs, and Item EDS 2025‑061 presenting the Tourism Craft Beverage Development Plan. The committee will decide whether to allocate funding to the successful applicants and record the other matters for consideration.
- EDS 2025‑066 – review of nine Entrepreneurial Innovation Fund applications (total $197,259 requested, up to $75,000 per project)
- EDS 2025‑079 – report on economic risks to Simcoe County from United States tariffs
- EDS 2025‑061 – presentation of the Tourism Craft Beverage Development Plan
- 5.1 – adoption of the Economic Development Sub‑Committee Terms of Reference
- Consent items – routine approvals (details not specified in agenda)
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will discuss 2025 property tax ratios and a proposed tax rate reduction. The body is also reviewing funding for licensed child care and several long-term care accountability agreements.
- Approval of 2025 Licensed Child Care and Early Years System Funding
- Execution of Long-Term Care and Multi-Sector Service Accountability Agreements
- Approval of 2025 tax ratios and tax rate reduction
- Project update on Matthews Innovation and Transportation Gallery including museum closure extension to June 1
- Closed session regarding forestry land acquisition or disposition
Council
County Council will consider recommendations from the February 25 Committee of the Whole reports regarding Performance Management, Human Services, and Corporate Services. The body will also proclaim March 18, 2025, as Transit Worker Appreciation Day.
- Approval of Performance Management recommendations from February 25 report
- Approval of Human Services recommendations from February 25 report
- Approval of Corporate Services recommendations from February 25 report
- Proclamation of March 18, 2025, as Transit Worker Appreciation Day
- Enactment of Bill No. 7118-25 to confirm proceedings of the March 11 meeting
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will receive and vote on several items, including a confidential proposal to acquire or dispose of land. It will also endorse the implementation plan for the Housing Attainable Supply Action Plan and approve a procurement for an organics‑capture pilot. Additional items include a waste audit report, funding for a behavioural unit at Georgian Manor Home for the Aged, and encouragement to join the #ITSTARTS anti‑racism campaign.
- CCW 2025-069 – Confidential land acquisition proposal to be voted on in closed session
- CCW 2025-052 – Endorsement of the Housing Attainable Supply Action Plan implementation
- CCW 2025-051 – Waste audit results and approval of procurement for an organics‑capture pilot
- CCW 2025-059 – Base funding for the Designated Behavioural Specialized Unit at Georgian Manor Home for the Aged
- CCW 2025-055 – Recommendation to encourage municipalities to participate in the #ITSTARTS anti‑racism campaign
Council
The Simcoe County Council will vote on three by‑laws. Bill No. 7115-25 would let the General Manager of Social and Community Services and the County Clerk sign agreements for the Homelessness Addiction and Recovery (HART) Hub project. Bill No. 7116-25 would authorize an application to the Ontario Infrastructure and Lands Corporation for financing, temporary borrowing and long‑term borrowing through debentures for ongoing capital work. Bill No. 7117-25 would confirm the proceedings of this February 25, 2025 meeting.
- Bill No. 7115-25 – authorize agreements for the Homelessness Addiction and Recovery (HART) Hub project
- Bill No. 7116-25 – authorize application to OILC for financing, temporary borrowing and debenture issuance for capital work
- Bill No. 7117-25 – confirm the proceedings of the February 25, 2025 Council meeting
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole is discussing the implementation of a Homelessness Addiction and Recovery Treatment (HART) Hub and shelter expansion initiatives. The body is also reviewing the Township of Severn Official Plan and financing for the Simcoe Village Campus Redevelopment Project.
- HART Hub funding: $6.31 million annually plus $1.8 million in start-up costs
- Encampment Response and Shelter Expansion Initiative: $2.43 million one-time funding
- Approval of the Township of Severn Official Plan (By-law 2024-40)
- Financing by-law for Simcoe Village Campus Redevelopment Project via Infrastructure Ontario
- One-time funding from Ontario Health for Long-Term Care equipment and training
Economic Development Sub-Committee
The committee will consider and vote on the 2025 Economic Development Office Work Plan and the associated 2024 Progress Report. It will also receive the county’s three‑year Tourism Marketing Plan and the three‑year Outdoor Tourism Plan. These items are presented for receipt, with the work plan slated for approval.
- Approve Item EDS‑2025‑021: 2025 Economic Development Work Plan and 2024 Progress Report
- Receive Item EDS‑2025‑035: Simcoe County three‑year Tourism Marketing Plan
- Receive Item EDS‑2025‑036: Simcoe County three‑year Outdoor Tourism Plan
Council
At the February 11, 2025 meeting, Simcoe County Council will vote to enact By‑law No. 7112‑25 and By‑law No. 7113‑25, authorizing agreements with community service providers to access provincial Homelessness Prevention Program funding and federal Reaching Home funding. The Council will also pass By‑law No. 7114‑25 to confirm the proceedings of the meeting. Other agenda items include routine approvals of minutes, a consent agenda, and adoption of committee reports.
- Bill No. 7112‑25 – By‑law to authorize agreements for provincial Homelessness Prevention Program funding
- Bill No. 7113‑25 – By‑law to authorize agreements for federal Reaching Home funding
- Bill No. 7114‑25 – Confirmatory By‑law for the February 11 meeting proceedings
- Consent agenda: Council Communications and Proclamations (Jan 28 – Feb 10, 2025)
- Adoption of County Council minutes and Committee of the Whole reports (Jan 28, 2025)
Audit and Finance Committee
The Simcoe County Audit and Finance Committee will consider several items at its February 4, 2025 meeting. It will receive an update on the Municipal Asset Management Planning Regulation (Item AUC 2025‑038). Additional items include an insurance program update (AUC 2025‑040), a review of financial policies (AUC 2025‑041), and a report on compliance and audit results (AUC 2025‑042). The committee will also elect a Chair and Vice‑Chair and approve the agenda.
- AUC 2025‑038 – Municipal Asset Management Planning Regulation Update
- AUC 2025‑040 – Insurance Program Update
- AUC 2025‑041 – Financial Policies review
- AUC 2025‑042 – Compliance, External Reporting, and Other Audit Results
- Election of Chair and Vice‑Chair
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole received and approved the 2025‑2026 Municipal Homelessness Funding and Provincial Homelessness Prevention Program allocations (Item CCW 2025-025) and the Reaching Home 2025‑2026 funding allocations and 2024‑2028 Community Plan (Item CCW 2025-026). It also authorized by‑laws allowing the General Manager or a Director of Social and Community Services, with the County Clerk, to enter agreements related to those funds. Additional items received included a report on Simcoe County Archives operations, the Workplace Inclusion Charter, and a short‑stay respite beds proposal for long‑term care.
- Approve 2025‑2026 Municipal Homelessness Funding & Provincial Homelessness Prevention allocations (CCW 2025-025)
- Approve Reaching Home 2025‑2026 funding allocations, 2024‑2028 Community Plan, and add one Program Supervisor (CCW 2025-026)
- Authorize by‑law for General Manager/Director to sign agreements for homelessness and Reaching Home funds
- Receive Simcoe County Archives Operations report for Nov‑Dec 2024 (CCW 2025-032)
- Receive Simcoe County Workplace Inclusion Charter (CCW 2025-009)
Council
County Council will vote on three by‑laws: Bill 7109‑25 to authorize the purchase of the Swaile Tract (about 70 acres) in the Township of Oro‑Medonte, Bill 7110‑25 to set retention periods for County records, and Bill 7111‑25 to confirm the proceedings of this meeting. The council will also consider a motion supporting Option 2 for a full‑time Warden and a 17‑member council. These items are presented after routine agenda approvals and disclosures.
- Bill 7109‑25 – authorize purchase of ~70‑acre Swaile Tract, Part Lot 22 Concession 8 Medonte, Township of Oro‑Medonte
- Bill 7110‑25 – establish a schedule of retention periods for County information and records
- Bill 7111‑25 – confirm the proceedings of the January 28, 2025 council meeting
- Motion to support Option 2 for a full‑time Warden and a 17‑member council composition
- Resolution to adopt the above bills as County by‑laws
Accessibility Advisory Committee
The Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting to elect a Chair and Vice-Chair and review the 2025 work plan. The body will consider an update to the Accessibility Standards Policy and provide feedback on several municipal renovation and site plan applications.
- Approval of the Accessibility Standards Policy Update (AAC 2025-022)
- Endorsement of the Municipal Centre Foyer Renovation proposed floor plan (CLK 2025-02)
- Review of Site Plan Control Application SPA-02-24 for 824 King Street
- Review of Site Plan Control Application SPA-04-24 for 120 Pillsbury Drive
- Procurement update for an accessible gazebo at the Simcoe County Museum
Joint County Council and Committee of the Whole
The Joint County Council and Committee of the Whole will adopt minutes from previous meetings and receive a series of reports. It will vote on the 2025 Borrowing By-law that permits temporary line‑of‑credit borrowing for the year. Other items include a $470K purchase of a solid‑waste loader, renewal of the 9‑1‑1 Primary Public Safety Answering Point Agreement, and updates to the Transportation Master Plan.
- Adopt CCW 2025-030 – 2025 Borrowing By‑law to allow temporary line‑of‑credit borrowing
- Approve $470,000 for a solid waste management loader replacement (CCW 2025-006)
- Renew the 9‑1‑1 Primary Public Safety Answering Point Agreement with OPP (CCW 2025-016)
- Endorse Provincial encampment funding application for homelessness response (CCW 2025-004)
- Receive Transportation Master Plan Update 2024 and initiate Official Plan revisions (CCW 2025-014)
Economic Development Sub-Committee
The Economic Development Sub‑Committee will elect a Chair and Vice‑Chair and approve its agenda. It will consider three tourism items and a funding request for the Simcoe County Federation of Agriculture. The committee is asked to release a $20,000 allocation to the Federation for its 2025 business plan.
- Election of Chair and Vice‑Chair for the Sub‑Committee
- Approval of the meeting agenda
- Release of $20,000 funding to the Simcoe County Federation of Agriculture (EDS‑2025‑001)
- Reception of Tourism Simcoe County 2025 Work Plan (EDS‑2025‑002)
- Reception of Tourism 2024 Progress Report (EDS‑2025‑003)