South Frontenac public meetings in 2025
48 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Frontenac OPP Detachment Board
The Frontenac O.P.P. Detachment Board will give By-law 2025-04 first, second, and third readings and pass it to create a formal complaints‑forwarding policy. The board will also provide comments to the Detachment Commander on the draft 2026‑2029 Frontenac Detachment Action Plan. A statistical report will be presented and proposed meeting dates for 2026 are listed. The meeting includes a closed session to consider personal matters about an identifiable individual.
- Adoption (first, second, and third reading) of By-law 2025-04 – Complaints Policy
- Board to comment on the draft 2026‑2029 Frontenac Detachment Action Plan
- Presentation of the Frontenac O.P.P. Detachment Board statistical report
- Proposed 2026 meeting dates: March 18, June 18, August 20, October 1
- Closed meeting to consider personal matters about an identifiable individual
Committee Of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment is meeting to decide on several new consent applications for land division and minor variance requests for structures near lakes. The body will review proposals for new residential lots, shed expansions, and boathouse modifications.
- PL-BDJ-2025-0114: Proposal to create a new 9-acre residential lot at 3590 Harrowsmith Road
- PL-BDJ-2025-0115: Proposal for a 60-acre lot addition at 3590 Harrowsmith Road
- PL-ZNA-2025-0104: Variance for a 288sqft sleeping cabin setback of 24.4m from Thirty Island Lake at 198A Brooks Lane
- PL-ZNA-2025-0113: Permission to connect two sheds into one 398sqft shed at 4291 Genge Street
- PL-ZNA-2025-0117: Permission to increase a boathouse footprint to 480sqft on Sydenham Lake at 1277 Sheila Lane
Council
The council will vote to endorse the Build Canada Homes application for a total of $21 million, including a $6 million capital grant and a $15 million repayable loan. It will also consider a zoning by‑law amendment (PL‑ZBA‑2025‑0101) to sever and rezone a parcel at 4413 Road 38. Additional items include third‑reading approvals of By‑laws 2025‑77, 2025‑78 and 2025‑79, and motions opposing the proposed consolidation of Conservation Authorities under Bill 68.
- Endorse Build Canada Homes application: $21 M total ($6 M grant, $15 M loan)
- Zoning By‑law Amendment PL‑ZBA‑2025‑0101 for 4413 Road 38 (sever parcel, rezone RU to RU‑XX)
- Third‑reading approval of By‑laws 2025‑77 (deeming) and 2025‑78 (reserve dedication)
- Motion opposing Bill 68 consolidation of Conservation Authorities
- Motion requesting Bank of Montreal reconsider closure of Verona BMO branch
Council
Council will hear a presentation from Alto regarding a proposed electrified high-speed rail network between Toronto and Quebec City. The meeting includes motions to oppose the provincial amalgamation of Conservation Authorities and the 'Strong Mayor' model.
- Appointment of Councillor Pegrum as Deputy Mayor
- Presentation by Alto on proposed high-speed rail services
- Close Out Report for 2025 Private Lane Upgrade Assistance Program
- Pavement Condition Rating Updates 2025 and 5-year road plan update
- Motions opposing Bill 68 (Conservation Authority amalgamation) and Bill 60
Recreation & Leisure Services Advisory Committee
The Recreation & Leisure Services Advisory Committee will review proposed changes to the summer program registration model, including a four-week participation cap, and receive an update on the 2026 Capital Budget.
- Summer program registration model updates
- 2026 Capital Budget presentation
- 2026 User Fee Updates
- Canada Day fireworks program review
- Quarterly Event Report
Council
Council will discuss a proposed by-law for cemetery rules and regulations and the 2026 meeting calendar. The meeting includes a delegation regarding climate action budget priorities and a closed session regarding land in Portland District.
- Proposed By-law 2025-72 for rules and regulations for licensed cemeteries
- Proposed amendments to fee by-law 2024-59 and notice by-law 2025-33
- Approval of the 2026 Council and Committee meeting calendar
- 2026 Long Range Financial Plan update
- Closed session regarding proposed or pending land acquisition or disposition in Portland District
Committee Of Adjustment
The South Frontenac Committee of Adjustment will hear applications to sever land for new residential lots and approve the enlargement of two non-conforming cottages on Dog Lake. The committee will also consider a minor variance to allow new lots near a quarry.
- Consent applications for new residential lots on Winding Creek Lane and Burega Lane
- Enlargement of non-conforming cottages at 4571 Stair Step Lane
- Minor variance to allow new lots 300 metres from a quarry
- Lot addition to 2008 Ormsbee Road to increase property to 5.02 acres
- Creation of right-of-ways for access to new lots on Burega Lane
Heritage Advisory Committee
The committee will discuss finalizing text and photograph lists for the Sydenham and Verona walking tours. Members will also debrief on the October 8th heritage event and discuss the Heritage Property Inventory.
- Finalization of draft text and photo lists for Sydenham and Verona walking tours
- Debrief of the October 8th Heritage Event
- Discussion of the Heritage Property Inventory
Council
South Frontenac Council will consider authorizing alternative voting methods for the 2026 Municipal Election and reviewing the operational plan for the Sydenham Drinking Water System. The meeting also includes a presentation from Kingston Frontenac Housing Corporation regarding the rebuild of McMullen Manor.
- Council to authorize alternative voting methods for 2026 Municipal Election
- Council to re-endorse Operational Plan for Sydenham Drinking Water System
- Kingston Frontenac Housing Corporation presentation on McMullen Manor rebuild
- Council to dedicate and assume Kona Crescent as public highway
- Council to approve minutes of October 21, 2025 meeting
Council
Council will review Zoning By‑law Amendment Application PL‑ZBA‑2025‑0090 for Hickey Lane, proposing to change the zone from Rural (RU) to Limited Service Residential‑Waterfront (RLSW). The related By‑law 2025‑66 will receive first, second, and third readings. The meeting also includes a $50,000 funding request for a Community Emergency Preparedness Grant and items such as the 2024 audited financial statements and vesting of failed tax‑sale properties.
- Zoning By‑law Amendment Application PL‑ZBA‑2025‑0090 (Hickey Lane) – rezoning RU to RLSW
- By‑law 2025‑66 to amend zoning on Lot 17‑18, Concession 3 – first, second, and third readings
- Request for $50,000 from Working Funds Reserve to support Community Emergency Preparedness Grant
- Vesting of properties listed in Report 2025‑140 as surplus for failed tax‑sale RFP
- Presentation of 2024 audited financial statements (Report 2025‑149)
Committee Of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment will consider creating a new rural residential lot on 1856 Rutledge Road and several zoning variance applications, including a garage expansion and a house enlargement near Loughborough Lake.
- Consent application to create a 26-acre rural lot at 1856 Rutledge Road
- Minor variance to reduce frontage from 76m to 58.5m for the severed lot
- Minor variance to allow a 6.4m side yard setback for a 624 sq ft garage at 1075 Kona Crescent
- Permission to enlarge a house at 4508 Red Maple Lane near Loughborough Lake
- Approval of minutes from the September 11, 2025 meeting
Council
At its October 7, 2025 meeting, the South Frontenac Council will consider and vote on several by‑law amendments. Key decisions include approving amendments to the Waste Management By‑law and the Fees and Charges By‑law that change fees at the Loughborough Waste Disposal Site, and granting a zoning amendment for 4293‑4353 Miller Road. The council will also approve lake‑ecosystem grants totaling $19,160, a licence agreement for an unopened road allowance with the Votary family, and a new 60 km/h speed transition zone on Road 38 south of Harrowsmith.
- Zoning By‑law Amendment Application PL‑ZBA‑2025‑0093 for 4293‑4353 Miller Road, Portland District
- By‑law 2025‑64 and 2025‑65 to amend By‑law 2005‑98 and By‑law 2024‑59, changing waste fees at Loughborough Waste Disposal Site
- Lake Ecosystem Grants – $9,500 to Garter Lake Lane Association, $2,000 to Wolfe Lake Association, $10,000 to Queen’s University Biological Station (total $19,160)
- Licence Agreement By‑law 2025‑62 authorizing a licence with Marilyn and Robert Votary for the unopened road allowance between Concessions 7 and 8, Loughborough
- By‑law 2025‑66 creating a 60 km/h speed transition zone on Road 38 south of Harrowsmith
Recreation & Leisure Services Advisory Committee
The Recreation & Leisure Services Advisory Committee will advise Council to endorse the ongoing Canada Day fireworks program, keeping the annual rotating site model at Sydenham Point Park, Gerald Ball Memorial Park and Centennial Park, and to maintain the shuttle‑bus service. The committee will also recommend approval of the 2026 municipal event roster as outlined in Report 2025‑010. Additional reports on the quarterly event update, a Community Sport and Recreation Infrastructure Fund application, and the summer program season summary will be presented for information only.
- Endorse continued Canada Day fireworks program with rotating sites and shuttle‑bus service; explore drone or hybrid show feasibility
- Recommend approval of the 2026 municipal event roster (Report 2025‑010)
- Quarterly Event Update (information only)
- Application approved for the Community Sport and Recreation Infrastructure Fund (information only)
- Summer Program Season Summary (information only)
Frontenac OPP Detachment Board
The Board will adopt three governance by‑laws—Procedure (By‑law 2025‑01), Travel and Remuneration (By‑law 2025‑02) and Budget Administration (By‑law 2025‑03)—by giving each a third reading, signing and sealing them. It will also approve the 2026 Frontenac OPP Detachment Board Budget Estimate attached to Report 2025‑008. Additional agenda items include a statistical report, an inspectorate of policing update, and a presentation on Indigenous hunting.
- Third reading, signing and sealing of By‑law 2025‑01 (Procedure By‑law)
- Third reading, signing and sealing of By‑law 2025‑02 (Travel and Remuneration By‑law)
- Third reading, signing and sealing of By‑law 2025‑03 (Budget Administration By‑law)
- Approval of the 2026 Frontenac OPP Detachment Board Budget Estimate (Report 2025‑008)
- Update on Indigenous hunting presentations to the Frontenac OPP Detachment
Committee Of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment will consider revised consent applications PL-BDJ-2025-0074 and PL-BDJ-2025-0075 to create vacant residential lots on 3629 Quinn Road East, each 0.8 ha (2 acres) with 63 m frontage. It will also hear minor variance application PL-ZNA-2025-0076 requesting reduced frontages of 63 m and 64 m instead of the 76 m minimum. The meeting includes routine items such as adoption of the agenda, approval of the August 14, 2025 minutes, and a Delegated Consent Authority Report.
- Consent application PL-BDJ-2025-0074 – creation of one vacant residential lot (0.8 ha, 63 m frontage) at 3629 Quinn Road East
- Consent application PL-BDJ-2025-0075 – creation of a second vacant residential lot (0.8 ha, 63 m frontage) at the same address
- Minor variance application PL-ZNA-2025-0076 – request to reduce required frontage to 63 m/64 m for the new lots
- Delegated Consent Authority Report – summary of previously granted consents in Portland, Storrington, Loughborough, and other districts
- Approval of minutes from the August 14, 2025 Committee of Adjustment meeting
Council
The council will endorse a $1.4 million grant application to the City of Kingston under COCHI/OPHI for the Verona Housing Project. It will also approve the 2025 Asset Management Plan for non‑core infrastructure, appoint a Deputy Chief Building Official, and approve the closure of a portion of Hinchinbrooke Road. Additionally, the council will support the purchase of a 2007 Spartan fire pumper for $130,000.
- Endorse $1.4 M COCHI/OPHI grant for Verona Housing Project
- Approve By-law 2025-58 to appoint Deputy Chief Building Official
- Approve By-law 2025-59 to stop up and close a portion of Hinchinbrooke Road
- Support purchase of 2007 Spartan fire pumper for $130,000 from the Asset Investment Reserve
- Approve 2025 Asset Management Plan for non‑core infrastructure assets
Committee Of Adjustment
The South Frontenac Committee of Adjustment will hear new consent applications to create two 1.0‑ha residential lots on Quinn Road East, along with a minor variance to reduce required frontages. It will also consider several minor‑variance requests for properties on Island Drive Lane, Old Mine Lane, and Stair Step Lane. Decisions will be made by vote after public comment.
- New consent applications PL‑BDJ‑2025‑0074 and PL‑BDJ‑2025‑0075 for two 1.0 ha residential lots at 3629 Quinn Road East
- Minor variance PL‑ZNA‑2025‑0076 to allow 63 m frontages (instead of 76 m) for the new Quinn Road East lots
- Minor variance PL‑ZNA‑2025‑0060 for a seasonal dwelling and detached garage at 282 Island Drive Lane
- Minor variance PL‑ZNA‑2025‑0065 for a dwelling with attached deck at 1179 Old Mine Lane
- Minor variance PL‑ZNA‑2025‑0067 to enlarge a non‑conforming dwelling at 4569 Stair Step Lane
Council
The South Frontenac Council is set to approve zoning by-law amendments for three properties, including a Town Hall expansion budget increase. The meeting will also consider dog control by-law updates and fee changes for the Loughborough Waste Disposal Site.
- Zoning by-law amendment for 2529 Freeman Road (RLSW-147)
- Zoning by-law amendment for 1029 Benjamin Lane (RLSW-147)
- Zoning by-law amendment for 223 Spruce Lane (RLSW-148)
- Dog Control By-law amendment (By-law 2025-51)
- Waste Management By-law fee changes for Loughborough Waste Disposal Site
Heritage Advisory Committee
The Heritage Advisory Committee will meet to discuss the Bedford Driving Tour on Mast Road and the status of the inventory project. The body will also determine next steps for walking tours in Sydenham and Verona and confirm a fall heritage event.
- Bedford Driving Tour - 'Mast Road'
- Inventory Project discussion
- Sydenham Walking Tour next steps
- Verona Walking Tour next steps
- Confirmation of Fall Heritage Event
Property Standards Committee
The Property Standards Committee will meet to conduct an education session regarding the Property Standards By-law during a closed session. The remainder of the agenda consists of procedural items.
- Closed session education session regarding the Property Standards By-law
Council
South Frontenac Council will consider approving zoning by-law amendments for two properties, including a proposed change to a commercial zone at 3810 Perth Road. The meeting also includes a request to endorse a $3.15 million grant application for the Verona Housing Project and a public hearing on a separate zoning change.
- Zoning by-law amendment for 3977 Sydenham Road (Loughborough)
- Zoning by-law amendment for 3810 Perth Road (Storrington)
- CMHC Affordable Housing Innovation Fund grant of $3.15 million
- Public hearing for zoning by-law amendment PL-ZBA-2025-0068
- Award of tender for Eagle Creek Bridge Replacement
Committee Of Adjustment
The South Frontenac Committee of Adjustment will consider several new consent applications to sever parcels, including a roughly 2‑acre lot at 5007 Battersea Road. It will also hear new minor‑variance applications for reduced road frontage and building setbacks on Washburn Road, Island Drive Lane, and Lakeside Road. A delegated authority consent report will be presented for resolution.
- PL‑BDJ‑2025‑0023 – Consent to sever a ~2‑acre lot with ~50 m frontage from 5007 Battersea Road; minor variances for road frontage.
- PL‑BDJ‑2025‑0051 – Consent to sever two 0.8 ha lots on Washburn Road (ARN 102906003007000); minor variances for frontage.
- PL‑BDJ‑2025‑0052 – Consent to sever two 0.8 ha lots on Washburn Road (ARN 102906003007000); minor variances for frontage.
- PL‑ZNA‑2025‑0024 – Minor variance to allow the severed and retained lots at 5007 Battersea Road to have less than 76 m road frontage.
- PL‑ZNA‑2025‑0060 – Minor variance to permit a larger dwelling setback 15 ft from the high‑water mark of Bob’s Lake at 282 Island Drive Lane.
Emergency Council Meeting
The Township of South Frontenac is holding an emergency council meeting on June 25, 2025. Council will approve the agenda, confirm By‑law 2025‑46 that ratifies all actions taken at the meeting, and hold a closed‑session Committee of the Whole to discuss a municipal special event designation. The meeting will also set the date for the next council meeting on July 15, 2025.
- Emergency Council meeting called under By‑law 2025‑21
- Closed‑session Committee of the Whole to consider solicitor‑client privileged advice on a municipal special event designation
- Confirmation By‑law 2025‑46 given first, second, and third readings, signed and sealed
- Next council meeting scheduled for July 15, 2025 at 7:00 p.m.
Frontenac OPP Detachment Board
The Frontenac O.P.P. Detachment Board is meeting to approve a contract for legal services and acknowledge branding procedures. The board will also review the Local Action Plan and the Q2 Statistical Report.
- Award of contract for legal services to Andrea Risk of Cunningham Swan Carty Little and Bonham LLP
- Acknowledgement of O.P.P. Standard Operating Procedures for Standardized Branding/Logo Use
- Oaths or Affirmations for Robert Allan Badour
- Review of Local Action Plan and Q2 Statistical Report
Committee Of Adjustment
The South Frontenac Committee of Adjustment will hear five applications for zoning relief, including requests to enlarge legal non-conforming dwellings and build accessory structures near water.
- Enlarge seasonal dwelling at 287 Island Drive Lane (Bob's Lake)
- Build deck addition at 93 Partridge Lane (Bob's Lake)
- Construct detached garage at 1939 Ormsbee Road
- Add second story to dwelling at 1028 Poppy Lane (Loughborough Lake)
- Build Additional Dwelling Unit (ADU) at 3727 Stage Coach Road
Council
The council will hold public meetings on two zoning‑by‑law amendment applications (PL‑ZBA‑2025‑0044 at 3977 Sydenham Road and PL‑ZBA‑2025‑0045 at 2529 Freeman Road). It will approve $768,350 to fund unplanned road repairs on Henderson Road, Latimer Road and Long Swamp Road using savings from the forecasted surplus. The council will also adopt By‑law 2025‑43 to rezone a parcel in the District of Loughborough and By‑law 2025‑44 to appoint a Building Inspector.
- Public zoning‑by‑law amendment PL‑ZBA‑2025‑0044 for Roman Catholic Episcopal, 3977 Sydenham Road
- Public zoning‑by‑law amendment PL‑ZBA‑2025‑0045 for Heyman, 2529 Freeman Road
- By‑law 2025‑43 to rezone Part of Lot 6, Concession 4, District of Loughborough from Rural to Rural Industrial – Special Provision
- By‑law 2025‑44 to appoint a Building Inspector
- Approval of $768,350 funding for unplanned road repairs on Henderson, Latimer and Long Swamp Roads
Recreation & Leisure Services Advisory Committee
The South Frontenac Recreation & Leisure Services Advisory Committee will consider a resolution to either endorse the continuation of existing municipally led programs and events or direct staff to explore changes for 2026 without adding new offerings. The meeting also includes informational reports on the quarterly event update and the recommendation to declare June as Recreation and Parks Month. Procedural items such as agenda and minutes approval will also be addressed, and the next meeting is scheduled for August 28, 2025.
- Community Event Review – decision to endorse current programs or explore changes for 2026
- Quarterly Event Update Report – information only
- June is Recreation and Parks Month report – information only
- Approval of agenda and minutes from previous meetings
- Date of next meeting set for August 28, 2025
Council
Council will discuss the adoption of a new Official Plan and a proposed Property Standards By-law. The meeting includes a proposal for a group home on Stage Coach Road and a financial plan for Sydenham Water.
- Adoption of New Official Plan (By-law 2025-41)
- Proposed Property Standards By-law and appointment of Property Standards Officers
- Sydenham Water Financial Plan 2025-2031
- Rogers Communications wireless installation proposal on Perth Road
- Bunker Hill Road project: road assumption (By-law 2025-35) and closure (By-law 2025-36)
Committee Of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment will consider several requests for zoning relief regarding residential construction, setbacks, and lot frontages. The meeting includes hearings for new and previous applications across the Bedford, Storrington, and Loughborough districts.
- PL-ZNA-2025-0029: Variance for a 12.6m x 1.5m deck at 60 McColl Lane
- PL-ZNA-2025-0021: Variance for a ~60sqm seasonal dwelling and septic system on Steve Babcock Lane
- PL-ZNA-2025-0026: Variance for two lots near a quarry and a 72m frontage on Princess Road
- PL-ZNA-2025-0040: Variance for a 1,320 sq ft detached garage at 545 Oak Bluffs Road
- PL-ZNA-2025-0041: Permission for a 400 sq ft addition and 220 sq ft lean-to at 6401 Salmon Lake Road
Council
Council will approve the purchase of a used fire pumper for $102,764, funded from the Asset Investment Reserve with repayment from the Fire Equipment Reserve in 2027. The council will also approve the land title correction for Part of Lots 10 & 11, Concession 8 (Quarry Road) and adopt By‑law 2025‑33 governing notice procedures. Additional approvals include the 2025 PSAB budget, a five‑year extension of the curbside waste collection contract with Percy Snider at $120 per household for 2025, and the cancellation of listed capital projects.
- Approval of used fire pumper purchase for $102,764 (Asset Investment Reserve, repayment 2027)
- Land title correction for Part of Lots 10 & 11, Concession 8 (Quarry Road)
- Adoption of By‑law 2025‑33 to prescribe form, manner and times for notice (first, second, third reading)
- Extension of curbside waste collection contract with Percy Snider for five years at $120 per household for 2025
- Approval of the 2025 PSAB budget (Report 2025‑063)
Special Council Meeting
The South Frontenac Special Council will approve its agenda, record any pecuniary interests, and conduct a closed‑session educational training on municipal infrastructure. No substantive policy decisions or financial commitments are on the agenda.
- Approval of agenda (and addendum)
- Disclosure of pecuniary interest
- Closed‑session educational training session on municipal infrastructure
Council
The South Frontenac Council will consider the 2025 Final Tax Rate By-law and the purchase of new fire department vehicles. The meeting also includes several zoning by-law amendments and a report on municipal waste disposal sites.
- Purchase of a new pumper ($725,000) and tanker ($690,000) for a total of $1,415,000
- Approval of the 2025 Final Tax Rate By-law (By-law 2025-30)
- Zoning amendments for 4996 Battersea Road, 1125-1137 Willy’s Lane, and Part of Lot 6, Concession 7
- Proposed amendment to the Noise By-law regarding the definition of 'point of reception'
- Renewal of the automatic aid agreement for fire protection with Central Frontenac
Heritage Advisory Committee
The committee is reviewing a draft framework for a Fall 2025 heritage event to raise the profile of built heritage in the township. Members will also discuss letters to heritage property owners and updates on walking tours for Sydenham and Verona.
- Planning session for 2025 Heritage Event featuring potential speakers Dr. John Gray and Ron Sleeth
- Review of letters to designated heritage property owners regarding the Heritage Grant Program
- Update and next steps for walking tours in Sydenham and Verona
Committee Of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment will consider two consent applications (PL‑BDJ‑2024‑0136 and PL‑BDJ‑2024‑0137) to sever a property at 1146 Devil Lake Road into new rural residential lots. It will also hear a consent application (PL‑BDJ‑2025‑0003) to sever a parcel at the corner of Cottage Road and Everett Lane. Additional items include minor‑variance requests for properties at 103 Grouse Lane and 60 McColl Lane.
- PL‑BDJ‑2024‑0136 – consent to sever ~22 Ac lot at 1146 Devil Lake Road
- PL‑BDJ‑2024‑0137 – consent to sever ~28 Ac lot at 1146 Devil Lake Road
- PL‑BDJ‑2025‑0003 – consent to sever 6 Ac lot at Cottage Road & Everett Lane
- PL‑ZNA‑2025‑0025 – minor variance for deck and cottage at 103 Grouse Lane
- PL‑ZNA‑2025‑0029 – minor variance for deck at 60 McColl Lane
Council
The council will consider adopting the township’s new Official Plan by passing By‑law 2025‑25 through first, second and third readings. Staff will be directed to forward the adopted plan to the County of Frontenac for final approval. The meeting also includes a confirmation by‑law (2025‑26) and a closed‑session education on the Council Procedural By‑law.
- Adopt New Official Plan – By‑law 2025‑25 first, second and third readings
- Direct staff to forward the adopted plan to the County of Frontenac
- Confirmation By‑law 2025‑26 first, second and third readings
- Closed‑session education on the Council Procedural By‑law
- Approve March 18, 2025, Committee of the Whole closed‑session minutes
Council
Council will hold a public meeting to discuss a new procedural by-law intended to replace the existing structure. The body is also considering a mid-term evaluation of several advisory committees, including the potential dissolution of one committee.
- Proposed By-law 2025-21 to govern Council proceedings
- Proposed dissolution of the Lake Ecosystem Advisory Committee
- Proposed extension of the Recreation & Leisure Services Advisory Committee term to September 1, 2026
- Proposed amendments to the Lake Ecosystem Grant Program Policy
- Review of Committee of Adjustment terms of reference
Frontenac OPP Detachment Board
The Frontenac O.P.P. Detachment Board will consider approving in principle two draft by‑laws – one for a Travel and Remuneration Policy and another for a Detachment Commander Selection and Performance Review Policy – and will vote on the 2025 operating budget. The budget recommendation includes equal billing of the Township of Central Frontenac, Township of North Frontenac and Township of South Frontenac, with any surplus or deficit to be handled through the operating reserve. The Board will also set a limit on the operating reserve at 50 % of current year expenses and direct staff to prepare a Budget Policy for the 2026 cycle.
- Approve in principle draft By‑law 2025‑XX for a Travel and Remuneration Policy
- Approve in principle draft By‑law 2025‑XX for a Detachment Commander Selection and Performance Review Policy
- Approve the 2025 Frontenac O.P.P. Detachment Board Operating Budget
- Bill Central Frontenac, North Frontenac and South Frontenac equally for budget costs
- Limit operating reserve to a maximum of 50 % of current year operating expenses
Council
Council will decide on an application to close and transfer a portion of an unopened road allowance in Bedford. The meeting includes a briefing from the Fourteen Island & Mink Lakes Watershed Association regarding the completed rehabilitation of the Fourteen Island Lake Dam.
- Application by Tim Cook on behalf of Lelah Cook to stop up, close and transfer unopened road allowance between Lots 5 & 6, Concession 13, Bedford
- Briefing on Fourteen Island Lake Dam rehabilitation totaling $335,098.92 ($200,000 from Township)
- Review of Draft Official Plan Update
- Closed session to discuss enforcement litigation
- First, second, and third reading of confirmatory By-law 2025-20
Committee Of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment will meet to consider two new applications for minor variances and permissions regarding residential construction and setbacks from highwater marks.
- PL-ZNA-2023-0004 (Vowles): Request to build a new house and garage at 4938 Alex McLean Lane with setbacks of 26m and 17m from Loughborough Lake highwater mark
- PL-ZNA-2025-0010 (Widrow): Request to enlarge a dwelling at 1125 James Wilson Road to ~272sqm within 30m of Canoe Lake highwater mark
Council
Council will hold public meetings regarding a zoning by-law amendment and an unopened road allowance purchase. The body is also deciding on the appointment of a Treasurer and Deputy Fire Chief, and designating several 2025 community events as municipally significant for alcohol permits.
- Zoning By-law Amendment Application PL-ZBA-2025-0001 for 1125, 1127 and 1137 Willy’s Lane
- By-law 2025-16 to close and sell unopened road allowance at 1173 Narrows Lane
- By-law 2025-15 to amend zoning at 1015 Little Deer Lane
- Appointment of Deputy Fire Chief (By-law 2025-17) and Treasurer (By-law 2025-18)
- Designation of Frontenac Farmers Market and Summer Kickoff Music Festival events as municipally significant for AGCO permits
Recreation & Leisure Services Advisory Committee
The Recreation & Leisure Services Advisory Committee will discuss updates to recreation service fees and summer program registration. The body is also considering a motion to have staff assess the effectiveness of all 2025 events and evaluate the feasibility of adding new activities, such as movies in the park.
- Motion to review 2025 events and assess resource impacts for new events like movies in the park in Battersea, Sydenham, and Harrowsmith
- Recreation Service Fee and Facility Allocation Project update
- Summer Program Registration Fees and Model update
- Quarterly Event Report including metrics for the January 25 Snow Social and February 17 Family Day
- Election of Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson
Council
Council will consider and vote on several by‑laws, including the load‑restriction by‑law for Fish Creek Bridge on Bob’s Lake Road. The council will also direct the Public Services department to operate recycle depots at Loughborough and Portland landfill sites for non‑eligible sources, funded in the approved 2025 operating budget. Additional items include approval of a draft Council Procedural By‑law, an award of Tender # PS‑2025‑01 for the surface‑treatment program, and the confirmatory By‑law 2025‑13.
- By‑law 2025‑12 to restrict vehicle weight on Fish Creek Bridge (Bob’s Lake Road) – first, second and third reading
- Directive to proceed with recycle depots at Loughborough and Portland landfill sites for non‑eligible sources, funded in the 2025 operating budget
- Draft Council Procedural By‑law (Report 2025‑019) approved in principle for public meetings per By‑law 2016‑73
- Award of Tender # PS‑2025‑01 for the 2025 Surface Treatment Program
- Confirmatory By‑law 2025‑13 to ratify council actions – first, second and third reading
Committee Of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment will consider two planning applications in the Bedford District. The body will decide on a request to create a new residential lot and a request to enlarge a non-conforming dwelling near Burridge Lake.
- PL-BDJ-2024-0105: Request to create a 1.3ha residential lot at 184 Burridge Lake Road
- PL-ZNA-2025-0004: Request to enlarge a dwelling at 70 Palmer Lane, Unit C to 151sqm
- Appointment of Committee of Adjustment Chair and Vice-Chair
Council
The South Frontenac Council will consider a by‑law to establish interim property taxes for 2025. It will also hear public comments on the Fish Creek Bridge reconstruction project and on two zoning by‑law amendment applications. Additional items include a noise‑by‑law exemption for fireworks, a contract extension for the household hazardous waste depot, and a new 911 PSAP services agreement.
- Public meeting on Fish Creek Bridge reconstruction (approved budget $1,550,000)
- Noise By‑Law exemption for consumer fireworks at 86 Palmer Lane on Aug 30 2025
- Two‑year contract extension with Brendar Environmental for the Household Hazardous Waste Depot
- By‑law 2025‑07 to establish interim property taxes for 2025
- Zoning By‑law amendment applications for 1133 Sassy Tree Lane (RU to RLSW) and 6231 Battersea Road
Heritage Advisory Committee
The South Frontenac Heritage Advisory Committee will receive a progress update on the inventory project. Members will discuss a proposed draft of the Verona walking tour. The committee will also consider planning for a heritage event and talk about the de‑designation process. No formal resolutions are listed for these items.
- Inventory Project – progress update
- Verona Walking Tour – proposed draft
- Heritage Event Planning
- De‑designation Process Discussion
Council
The South Frontenac Council will vote on several contracts and by‑law changes, including a $325,632 purchase of a CAT 816F landfill compactor. It will also consider a by‑law to set new summer program registration fees. Additional items include a fire‑house grant application, a tanker quote up to $100,000, an agility championship event exemption, and a design‑services contract for the Sydenham Water Treatment Plant.
- Authorize purchase of a CAT 816F landfill compactor from Marcel Equipment Ltd for $325,632.00
- Approve By‑law 2025-2 to establish new Summer Program Registration Fees (first, second, and third reading)
- Authorize moving forward with a quote from PMC Welding and Fabrications for Tanker 351 replacement, up to $100,000 from fire equipment reserves
- Approve award of RFP # PS‑P01‑2024 to J. L. Richards & Associates for water‑treatment plant design services at $125,048.79 (net of HST)
- Authorize noise and camping exemptions for the Agility Association of Canada regional championship at Centennial Park, Harrowsmith
Frontenac OPP Detachment Board
The Frontenac O.P.P. Detachment Board will meet to consider its procedure by-law and review a quarterly report. The board will also receive updates on board composition and a previous OAPSB Zone 2 meeting.
- Consideration of Frontenac Ontario Provincial Police Detachment Board Procedure By-law
- Review of Frontenac O.P.P. Detachment Board Quarterly Report
- Update regarding November 29, 2024, OAPSB, Zone 2, Meeting
- Discussion regarding proposed 2025 Board Meeting Dates
- Update regarding Board Composition
Council
The Council will appoint four district councillors to the Committee of Adjustment for a term ending December 31, 2025. The meeting also includes a closed session to discuss negotiations for the Verona Housing Project and the approval of the 2025 Budget.
- Appointment of Councillors to Committee of Adjustment
- Closed Session: Verona Housing Project negotiations
- Closed Session: Loughborough District land acquisition
- Approval of 2025 Budget
- Confirmatory By-law 2025-1