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Wed Oct 21, 2026 · 06:00 PM
Committee of Adjustment
Hybrid - In person and Virtual
Tue Nov 10, 2026 · 07:00 PM
Agricultural Advisory Committee
Administration Centre - Council Chambers 2231 Nursery Road, Minesing ON
Thu Nov 12, 2026 · 05:30 PM
Cultural and Heritage Advisory Committee
Administration Centre - Council Chambers 2231 Nursery Road, Minesing ON
Wed Nov 25, 2026 · 06:00 PM
Committee of Adjustment
Hybrid - In person and Virtual
Fri Jan 1, 2027 · 03:30 PM
Regular Council
Hybrid - In person and Virtual
Recent meetings
Fri Oct 2, 2026
Council Information Package
Thu Oct 1, 2026
Professional Health Services Complex Ad Hoc Committee
Springwater committee seeks Official Plan change for medical campus at 1432 Snow Valley Road
The Professional Health Services Complex Ad Hoc Committee meets virtually on October 1, 2026 to review legal advice on development options and a draft resolution asking that 1432 Snow Valley Road be redesignated in the Township's Official Plan (2051) to allow a medical campus. The committee will also receive an updated planning process overview, a draft concept plan for the Springwater Medical Campus, utility campus maps, a WHPA map, and County of Simcoe comments on an entrance, plus a South Development Map on phasing and timing. Most items are receive-as-information recommendations; the meeting is being held by Zoom only, with no in-person attendance.
- Draft resolution requesting redesignation of 1432 Snow Valley Road (about 20.55 hectares / 50.8 acres) in the Official Plan (2051) review to support a medical campus and ancillary uses
- Legal opinion from Barriston Law on potential development options, received as information
- Draft concept plan for the Springwater Medical Campus and revised planning process overview (pre-consultation on concept plan)
- South Development Map on phasing and timing of development, received as information
- Approval of minutes from the July 21, 2026 meeting; next meeting date is TBD
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Professional Health Services
Complex Ad Hoc Committee
Meeting
Thursday, October 1, 2026 - 2:00 p.m.
Virtual Via Zoom
Page
1.
Call to Order
Be advised that this meeting of the Professional Health Services Complex Ad
Hoc Committee will be held as a virtual meeting allowing for remote
participation only. Residents are provided with the following options to watch or
listen to the Professional Health Services Ad Hoc Committee meeting:
1) Watch the meeting live at https://springwater-
ca.zoom.us/j/86438948773?pwd=yy1a4MvTE4F8uMGN0HtLtP9G39M6NR.1
using the following meeting ID 830 7384 4068 and passcode 380725. This
option will only be available for the duration of the meeting.
2) Listen to the meeting live from a telephone device or cellular device by
calling 1-587-328-1099 and using the following meeting ID 830 7384 4068.
This option will only be available for the duration of the meeting.
1.1.
Call to Order
Recommendation
That this meeting of the Professional Health Services Complex Ad Hoc
Committee come to order at __________ p.m.
2.
Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest
3.
Previous Minutes
3.1.
Approval of Minutes from July 21, 2026
Recommendation
That the July 21, 2026 Minutes of the Professional Health Services
Complex Ad Hoc Committee be approved as presented.
Minutes of the Professional Health Services Complex Ad Hoc
Committee of July 21, 2026
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4.
New Business / Reports for Discussion
4.1. …
Fri Sep 25, 2026
Council Information Package
Springwater council package shares other municipalities' resolutions; no decisions on its own agenda
This is Springwater Township's weekly Council Information Package for September 25, 2026 — a collection of correspondence circulated to Council for information, not a decision meeting. It contains resolutions and notices from other municipalities and agencies, including Guelph's request to the province to review the Ontario Land Tribunal, plus construction and road-closure notices. Council members may ask that any item be placed on a future Council agenda under "Correspondence" with a recommendation.
- Guelph resolution (passed Sept 15, 2026) asks Ontario to review the Ontario Land Tribunal's role and mandate to give more respect to municipal planning decisions
- Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing communication on supporting Ontario and Canadian suppliers through municipal procurement ("Buy Ontario")
- Town of Aylmer resolution on a Vacant Commercial Storefront Tax
- Township of North Glengarry resolution on traffic calming and speeding mitigation; Town of New Tecumseth resolution on marketing and sale of electric scooters
- Notice of construction on Gill Road from Doran Road to White Cedar Road, and Springwater notice of road closures for bridge replacements
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Council Information Package
Friday, September 25, 2026
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1.
Council Information Package
Council Information Packages are circulated to Council and made publicly
available every Friday.
These packages include correspondence for Council's information such as
memos from staff regarding various Township information, public notices,
tenders, notices to residents, news releases, requests for support/donations,
resolutions from other municipalities and other information items as deemed by
the Clerk. Council members may request, at any time, that a Council
Information Item be placed on the next Council agenda under
"Correspondence", along with a recommendation to accompany the item.
1.1.
Resolution: Review of the Ontario Land Tribunal and Enhancing
Deference to Municipal Planning Decisions - City of Guelph (September
18, 2026)
Resolution: Review of the Ontario Land Tribunal and Enhancing
Deference to Municipal Planning Decisions - City of Guelph (September
18, 2026)
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1.2.
Correspondence: Supporting Ontario and Canadian Suppliers Through
Municipal Procurement - Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing
(September 18, 2026)
Communication: Buy Ontario - Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing
(September 18, 2026)
6 - 7
1.3.
Release: County of Simcoe Concludes Week of Welcome with
Citizenship Ceremony for 34 New Canadians - County of Simcoe
(September 18, 2026)
Release: County of Simcoe Concludes Week of Welcome with
C …
Wed Sep 23, 2026 · 06:00 PM
Committee of Adjustment
Hybrid - In person and Virtual
Fri Sep 18, 2026
Council Information Package
Council receives correspondence on OPP costs, code of conduct, and road closures
This is a Council Information Package for information only, with no decisions being made. It includes correspondence and resolutions from other municipalities on topics like OPP policing costs, municipal code of conduct, and e-scooter regulation, plus local notices about road closures and construction.
- Correspondence from Township of McNab/Braeside requesting review of OPP municipal policing cost model
- Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing correspondence on Municipal Accountability Act, 2026 code of conduct
- Public notice: temporary closure of Vigo Road between Flos Road 5 West and Flos Road 6 West for culvert replacement
- Notice of construction on Gill Road from Doran Road to White Cedar Road
- Notice of road closures for bridge replacements in Springwater
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Council Information Package
Friday, September 18, 2026
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1.
Council Information Package
Council Information Packages are circulated to Council and made publicly
available every Friday.
These packages include correspondence for Council's information such as
memos from staff regarding various Township information, public notices,
tenders, notices to residents, news releases, requests for support/donations,
resolutions from other municipalities and other information items as deemed by
the Clerk. Council members may request, at any time, that a Council
Information Item be placed on the next Council agenda under
"Correspondence", along with a recommendation to accompany the item.
1.1.
Correspondence: Request for Review of the OPP Municipal Policing
Cost Model - Township of McNab/Braeside (September 14, 2026)
Correspondence: Request for Review of the OPP Municipal Policing
Cost Model - Township of McNab/Braeside (September 14, 2026)
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1.2.
Correspondence: Municipal Accountability Act, 2026 - Request for
Proposals to Establish a Standardized Municipal Code of Conduct -
Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing (September 10, 2026)
Correspondence: Municipal Accountability Act, 2026 - Request for
Proposals to Establish a Standardized Municipal Code of Conduct -
Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing (September 10, 2026)
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1.3.
Media Release: Volunteer to turn a pond into a wetland in Mono -
Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Aut …
Wed Sep 16, 2026 · 06:30 PM
Regular Council
Springwater Council meets Sept 16, 2026; agenda is procedural only
This is the agenda for the Township of Springwater's Regular Council meeting on September 16, 2026. The agenda contains only routine procedural items: call to order, national anthem, disclosure of pecuniary interest, deputations, and question period. No substantive decisions or discussions are listed.
- Call to order and procedural formalities
- Public question period (max 15 minutes, 3 minutes per speaker)
- Rules for oral submissions and election-related restrictions
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Council Meeting
Wednesday, September 16, 2026 - 6:30 p.m.
Hybrid - In person and Virtual
Page
1
Call to Order
Be advised that meetings of Council are held as hybrid meetings allowing for in
person and remote participation. Residents are provided with the following
options to watch or listen to the Council meeting:
1) Watch the meeting live online at www.springwater.ca/live
2) Listen in to the meeting live from a telephone or cellular device by calling 1-
647-558-0588 and using the following meeting ID 820 8142 5964. This option
will only be available for the duration of the meeting.
3) Attend the meeting in person in Council Chambers at the Township's
Administration Centre located at 2231 Nursery Road, Minesing, ON.
Those who are unable to watch the live stream are encouraged to review the
meeting at their convenience by watching the video on the Township's
YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/@springwatertwp
Question Period Procedures: In an effort to accommodate question period,
the following process will be followed.
Submit a request to make oral submission. Members of the public may
request to make an oral submission, via electronic attendance through zoom or
in person at the Administration Centre, during the Question Period portion of
the agenda.
a) Email
[email protected] with the subject line reading "Question Period
Submission".
b) Provide your full name, address and stated question or comment noting the …
Wed Sep 16, 2026
Special Council
Council to hold closed session on Barrie boundary adjustment legal matter
This special meeting of Springwater Council is largely procedural, with the main substantive item being a move into closed session to review legal correspondence and documents related to the Barrie boundary adjustment matter. The agenda also includes routine items such as a confirmatory by-law and adjournment. No public decisions or discussions are listed on the agenda.
- Closed session to review legal correspondence re Barrie boundary adjustment matter
- Confirmatory By-law 2026-074 to adopt proceedings of the meeting
- Meeting held hybrid at 2231 Nursery Road, Minesing, ON
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Special Meeting
Wednesday, September 16, 2026 - 5:00 p.m.
Hybrid - In person and Virtual
Wednesday, September 16, 2026 - 5:00 p.m.
Hybrid - In person and Virtual
Page
1
Call to Order
Be advised that meetings of Council are held as hybrid meetings allowing for in
person and remote participation. Residents are provided with the following
options to watch or listen to the Council meeting:
Be advised that meetings of Council are held as hybrid meetings allowing for in
person and remote participation. Residents are provided with the following
options to watch or listen to the Council meeting:
Be advised that meetings of Council are held as hybrid meetings allowing for in
person and remote participation. Residents are provided with the following
options to watch or listen to the Council meeting:
1) Watch the meeting live online at www.springwater.ca/live
1) Watch the meeting live online at www.springwater.ca/live
2) Attend the meeting in person in Council Chambers at the Township's
Administration Centre located at 2231 Nursery Road, Minesing, ON.
2) Attend the meeting in person in Council Chambers at the Township's
Administration Centre located at 2231 Nursery Road, Minesing, ON.
Those who are unable to watch the live stream are encouraged to review the
meeting at their convenience by watching the video on the Township's
YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/@springwatertwp
Those who are unable to watch the live …
Fri Sep 11, 2026
Council Information Package
Springwater Council receives info package with fire station opening, road closures
This is a Council Information Package circulated to Council and made publicly available, containing correspondence for information only. It includes meeting highlights from September 2, 2026, media releases, advisories, resolutions from other municipalities, and staff memos. No decisions are being made at this meeting; items may be placed on a future Council agenda if requested.
- Grand opening of Fire Station 2 celebrated (media release)
- Notice of road closures for bridge replacements
- Notice of construction on Gill Road from Doran Road to White Cedar Road
- Resolution requesting permanent doubling of Ontario Community Infrastructure Fund (OCIF) beyond 2026
- Staff memo on CIP Development Update - Subdivision Plan Registrations
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Friday, September 11, 2026
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1. Council Information Package
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Council Information Packages are circulated to Council and made publicly
available every Friday.
Council Information Packages are circulated to Council and made publicly
available every Friday.
These packages include correspondence for Council's information such as
memos from staff regarding various Township information, public notices,
tenders, notices to residents, news releases, requests for support/donations,
resolutions from other municipalities and other information items as deemed by
the Clerk. Council members may request, at any time, that a Council
Information Item be placed on the next Council agenda under
"Correspondence", along with a recommendation to accompany the item.
These packages include correspondence for Council's information such as
memos from staff regarding various Township information, public notices,
tenders, notices to residents, news releases, requests for support/donations,
resolutions from other municipalities and other information items as deemed by
the Clerk. Council members may request, at any time, that a Council
Information Item be placed on the next Council agenda under
"Correspondence", along with a recommendation to accompany the item.
These packages include correspondence for Council's information such as
memos fr …
Thu Sep 10, 2026 · 05:30 PM
Cultural and Heritage Advisory Committee
Springwater committee concludes 2022-2026 term with transition and award policy items
The Cultural and Heritage Advisory Committee is conducting its final meeting of the current term. The committee is reviewing an end-of-term transition document and a draft policy for the Springwater's Cultural & Heritage Excellence Award.
- Approval of Chair Mahon's End-of-Term Transition Document
- Approval of Draft Policy for Springwater's Cultural & Heritage Excellence Award
- Prioritizing properties on the Heritage Register
- Staging of the Hillsdale Lockup
- Educational promotional campaign for heritage designation
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Administration Centre - Council Chambers 2231 Nursery Road, Minesing ON
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## Cultural and Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting
##### Thursday, September 10, 2026 - 5:30 p.m.
Administration Centre-Council Chambers 2231 Nursery Road, Minesing ON
This is the final meeting of the 2022-2026 Term of the Cultural and Heritage Advisory Committee.
##### 1. Call to Order 1.1. Call to Order
##### Recommendation
That this meeting of the Township of Springwater Cultural and Heritage Advisory Committee come to order at __________ p.m.
##### 2. Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest
##### 3. Previous Minutes 3.1. Approval of Minutes from July 2, 2026 4 - 8
##### Recommendation
That the July 2, 2026 Minutes of the Township of Springwater's Cultural and Heritage Advisory Committee be approved as presented. <u>Minutes of the Cultural and Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting of</u> July 2, 2026
|4.||New Business / Reports for Discussion||
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||4.1. 4.2.|End-of-Term Transition Document Recommendation That the Committee receive Chair Mahon's End-of-Term Transition Document as information; and, That the Committee approve the document as presented; and, That the Committee requests Staff provide this document to the 2026- 2030 Term of the Cultural & Heritage Advisory Committee. End-of-Term Transition Document Springwater's Cultural & Heritage Excellence Award Recommendation|9 - 13 14 - 18|
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That the Committee receive Chair Mahon's Report regarding Springwater's Cultural & Heritage Excellence Award as information; and,
That …
Wed Sep 9, 2026
Special Council - Public Meeting
Springwater Council holds public meeting on Official Plan 2051 Update
Springwater Township Council is holding a special public meeting to receive input on the Official Plan 2051 Update, which aims to manage growth to 2051, including a proposed settlement area boundary expansion in Midhurst for employment lands. The meeting includes presentations and written submissions, and after the public session, Council will consider directing staff on next steps.
- Official Plan 2051 Update public meeting under Planning Act sections 17, 26, 27
- Proposed Midhurst Settlement Area Boundary Expansion for employment lands
- Introduction of policy for Forbes Road/Highway 400 Employment Area
- Draft Official Plan and schedules A1-A13, B, C, D1-D3, F
- Confirmatory By-law 2026-071 to adopt proceedings
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Special Meeting
Wednesday, September 9, 2026 - 6:30 p.m.
Hybrid - In person and Virtual
Page
1
Call to Order
Be advised that meetings of Council are held as hybrid meetings allowing for in
person and remote participation. Residents are provided with the following
options to watch or listen to the Council meeting:
1) Watch the meeting live online at www.springwater.ca/live
2) Listen in to the meeting live from a telephone or cellular device by calling 1-
647-558-0588 and using the following meeting ID 830 0947 9250. This option
will only be available for the duration of the meeting.
3) Attend the meeting in person in Council Chambers at the Township's
Administration Centre located at 2231 Nursery Road, Minesing, ON.
Those who are unable to watch the live stream are encouraged to review the
meeting at their convenience by watching the video on the Township's
YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/@springwatertwp
How to Participate:
Interested persons that would like to comment/participate in the hybrid Council
meeting in person are asked to please pre-register with the Township prior to
Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at 5:30 p.m., by emailing
[email protected] or calling 705-728-4784 x 2019.
Written and oral submissions will form part of the public meeting record,
including the name and address of the commenters, as information collected
under the Planning Act. The minutes, written submissions and a recording of
the meeti …
Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 07:00 PM
Agricultural Advisory Committee
Final meeting of Springwater Agricultural Advisory Committee term
This is the final meeting of the 2022-2026 term of the Agricultural Advisory Committee. The agenda includes routine items such as approving the July 15, 2026 minutes, receiving an information memo about MDS, and discussing active work plan items like advocating for reduced 1/2 load restrictions and hosting a meeting with the NCVA. The next meeting date will be set with the incoming 2026-2030 term.
- Approval of minutes from July 15, 2026
- Discussion on advocating for reduced 1/2 load restrictions
- Hosting a meeting with the NCVA
- Farm tour including ditches and drains
- End-of-term recognition
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Administration Centre - Council Chambers 2231 Nursery Road, Minesing ON
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Agricultural Advisory
Committee Meeting
Agricultural Advisory
Committee Meeting
Tuesday, September 8, 2026 - 7:00 p.m.
Administration Centre - Council Chambers 2231
Nursery Road, Minesing ON
Tuesday, September 8, 2026 - 7:00 p.m.
Administration Centre - Council Chambers 2231
Nursery Road, Minesing ON
Tuesday, September 8, 2026 - 7:00 p.m.
Administration Centre - Council Chambers 2231
Nursery Road, Minesing ON
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This is the final meeting of the 2022-2026 Term of the Agricultural Advisory
Committee.
This is the final meeting of the 2022-2026 Term of the Agricultural Advisory
Committee.
1.
Call to Order
1.1.
Call to Order
1.1.
Call to Order
Recommendation
That this meeting of the Township of Springwater Agricultural Advisory
Committee come to order at __________ p.m.
Recommendation
That this meeting of the Township of Springwater Agricultural Advisory
Committee come to order at __________ p.m.
Recommendation
That this meeting of the Township of Springwater Agricultural Advisory
Committee come to order at __________ p.m.
2.
Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest
3.
Previous Minutes
3.1.
Previous Minutes
3.1.
Approval of Minutes from July 15, 2026
Recommendation
That the July 15, 2026, Minutes of the Township of Springwater
Agricultural Advisory Committee be approved as presented.
Minutes of the Agricultural Advisory Committee of July 15, 2026
Recommendatio …
Fri Sep 4, 2026
Council Information Package
Springwater Council receives weekly information package and correspondence
This document is a Council Information Package containing staff memos, public notices, and resolutions for informational purposes. It includes updates on regional conservation, municipal funding requests, and local construction notices.
- Resolution to support doubling Ontario Community Infrastructure Fund (OCIF) to $400 million annually
- NVCA acquisition of 40 hectares in Minesing Wetlands
- Notice of construction on Gill Road from Doran Road to White Cedar Road
- Notice of road closures for bridge replacements in Springwater
- Request for traffic calming and speeding mitigation from Township of Southgate
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Friday, September 4, 2026
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1. Council Information Package
Council Information Packages are circulated to Council and made publicly
available every Friday.
Council Information Packages are circulated to Council and made publicly
available every Friday.
These packages include correspondence for Council's information such as
memos from staff regarding various Township information, public notices,
tenders, notices to residents, news releases, requests for support/donations,
resolutions from other municipalities and other information items as deemed by
the Clerk. Council members may request, at any time, that a Council
Information Item be placed on the next Council agenda under
"Correspondence", along with a recommendation to accompany the item.
These packages include correspondence for Council's information such as
memos from staff regarding various Township information, public notices,
tenders, notices to residents, news releases, requests for support/donations,
resolutions from other municipalities and other information items as deemed by
the Clerk. Council members may request, at any time, that a Council
Information Item be placed on the next Council agenda under
"Correspondence", along with a recommendation to accompany the item.
These packages include correspondence for Council's information such as
memos from …
Wed Sep 2, 2026
Special Council
Council confirms closed session actions on OPP lease and wireless tower site
This special meeting is primarily procedural, focused on ratifying decisions made in a closed session. Council will review confidential documents regarding a proposed OPP lease at 2303 Ronald Rd and a tower site lease for Ultrafast T1 Wireless. The meeting concludes with the signing of a confirmatory by-law to adopt these proceedings.
- Closed session discussion of OPP Lease - 2303 Ronald Rd
- Closed session discussion of Tower Site Lease - Ultrafast T1 Wireless
- Adoption of By-law 2026-065 to confirm meeting proceedings
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Special Meeting
Wednesday, September 2, 2026 - 5:00 p.m.
Hybrid - In person and Virtual
Wednesday, September 2, 2026 - 5:00 p.m.
Hybrid - In person and Virtual
Page
1
Call to Order
Be advised that meetings of Council are held as hybrid meetings allowing for in
person and remote participation. Residents are provided with the following
options to watch or listen to the Council meeting:
Be advised that meetings of Council are held as hybrid meetings allowing for in
person and remote participation. Residents are provided with the following
options to watch or listen to the Council meeting:
Be advised that meetings of Council are held as hybrid meetings allowing for in
person and remote participation. Residents are provided with the following
options to watch or listen to the Council meeting:
1) Watch the meeting live online at www.springwater.ca/live
1) Watch the meeting live online at www.springwater.ca/live
2) Attend the meeting in person in Council Chambers at the Township's
Administration Centre located at 2231 Nursery Road, Minesing, ON.
2) Attend the meeting in person in Council Chambers at the Township's
Administration Centre located at 2231 Nursery Road, Minesing, ON.
Those who are unable to watch the live stream are encouraged to review the
meeting at their convenience by watching the video on the Township's
YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/@springwatertwp
Those who are unable to watch the live s …
Wed Sep 2, 2026 · 06:30 PM
Regular Council
Council to discuss zoning by-law housekeeping amendments
The Springwater Council meeting includes a public meeting session regarding planning matters. The primary focus is a presentation and discussion of Zoning By-law Amendment ZB-2026-008, which involves housekeeping updates.
- Public Meeting Session for Zoning By-law Amendment ZB-2026-008
- Presentation: Zoning By-law Housekeeping Update
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Council Meeting
Wednesday, September 2, 2026 - 6:30 p.m.
Hybrid - In person and Virtual
Page
1
Call to Order
Be advised that meetings of Council are held as hybrid meetings allowing for in
person and remote participation. Residents are provided with the following
options to watch or listen to the Council meeting:
1) Watch the meeting live online at www.springwater.ca/live
2) Listen in to the meeting live from a telephone or cellular device by calling 1-
647-558-0588 and using the following meeting ID 820 8142 5964. This option
will only be available for the duration of the meeting.
3) Attend the meeting in person in Council Chambers at the Township's
Administration Centre located at 2231 Nursery Road, Minesing, ON.
Those who are unable to watch the live stream are encouraged to review the
meeting at their convenience by watching the video on the Township's
YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/@springwatertwp
Question Period Procedures: In an effort to accommodate question period,
the following process will be followed.
Submit a request to make oral submission. Members of the public may
request to make an oral submission, via electronic attendance through zoom or
in person at the Administration Centre, during the Question Period portion of
the agenda.
a) Email
[email protected] with the subject line reading "Question Period
Submission".
b) Provide your full name, address and stated question or comment noting the …
Fri Aug 28, 2026
Council Information Package
Springwater Council receives information package with municipal resolutions
This document is a Council Information Package containing correspondence and notices for Council's information. It includes resolutions from other municipalities and notices regarding local construction and road closures.
- Resolution from Orillia regarding invasive plant rules
- Resolution from Port Colborne regarding Finlay's Law on Emergency Room Reform
- Resolution from New Tecumseth regarding land for non-market housing
- Notice of construction on Gill Road from Doran Road to White Cedar Road
- Notice of road closures for bridge replacements
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1. Council Information Package
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1. Council Information Package
Council Information Packages are circulated to Council and made publicly
available every Friday.
Council Information Packages are circulated to Council and made publicly
available every Friday.
These packages include correspondence for Council's information such as
memos from staff regarding various Township information, public notices,
tenders, notices to residents, news releases, requests for support/donations,
resolutions from other municipalities and other information items as deemed by
the Clerk. Council members may request, at any time, that a Council
Information Item be placed on the next Council agenda under
"Correspondence", along with a recommendation to accompany the item.
These packages include correspondence for Council's information such as
memos from staff regarding various Township information, public notices,
tenders, notices to residents, news releases, requests for support/donations,
resolutions from other municipalities and other information items as deemed by
the Clerk. Council members may request, at any time, that a Council
Information Item be placed on the next Council agenda under
"Correspondence", along with a recommendation to accompany the item.
These packages include correspondence for Council's information such as
memos from sta …
Wed Aug 26, 2026 · 06:00 PM
Committee of Adjustment
Hybrid - In person and Virtual
Fri Aug 21, 2026
Council Information Package
Council reviews resolutions on library funding, voters' list, traffic calming
This is a Council Information Package for August 21, 2026, containing correspondence and notices for Council's information, not decisions. Items include resolutions from other municipalities on provincial library funding, voters' list accuracy, and traffic calming, plus releases from environmental boards and construction notices.
- Resolution from Township of Armour seeking sustainable provincial funding for public libraries, noting library funding frozen at $13,914 since 1990
- Resolution from Township of Ramara requesting provincial action on municipal voters' list accuracy
- Resolution from Township of Ramara supporting expanded provincial funding for traffic calming and speed mitigation
- Release of Severn Sound Environmental Association Q1 and Q2 2026 board meeting minutes and highlights
- Notice of construction on Gill Road from Doran Road to White Cedar Road
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Council Information Package
Friday, August 21, 2026
Page
Friday, August 21, 2026
Page
1. Council Information Package
1. Council Information Package
1. Council Information Package
Council Information Packages are circulated to Council and made publicly
available every Friday.
Council Information Packages are circulated to Council and made publicly
available every Friday.
These packages include correspondence for Council's information such as
memos from staff regarding various Township information, public notices,
tenders, notices to residents, news releases, requests for support/donations,
resolutions from other municipalities and other information items as deemed by
the Clerk. Council members may request, at any time, that a Council
Information Item be placed on the next Council agenda under
"Correspondence", along with a recommendation to accompany the item.
These packages include correspondence for Council's information such as
memos from staff regarding various Township information, public notices,
tenders, notices to residents, news releases, requests for support/donations,
resolutions from other municipalities and other information items as deemed by
the Clerk. Council members may request, at any time, that a Council
Information Item be placed on the next Council agenda under
"Correspondence", along with a recommendation to accompany the item.
These packages include correspondence for Council's information such as
memos from sta …
Wed Aug 19, 2026
Special Council
Springwater Council to consider borrowing, debentures, and governance review
This special virtual meeting of Springwater Council includes a request for proposals for an independent governance review, a decision on releasing confidential correspondence, and the adoption of by-laws authorizing long-term borrowing and debenture issuance for capital works. The agenda is largely procedural, with the governance review report to be added before the meeting.
- Request for Proposal - Independent Governance Review (report to be added)
- Release of confidential correspondence, including legal proposals from Loopstra Nixon LLP re: municipal annexation/restructuring
- By-law 2026-062: OILC application for long-term borrowing
- By-law 2026-063: Authorization to issue debentures for capital works
- By-law 2026-064: Confirmatory by-law
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Special Meeting
Wednesday, August 19, 2026 - 5:00 p.m.
Virtual
Wednesday, August 19, 2026 - 5:00 p.m.
Virtual
Page
.
***NOTICE - The Special Meeting of Council of August 19, 2026 will be held
virtually only. No in-person option will be available.
***NOTICE - The Special Meeting of Council of August 19, 2026 will be held
virtually only. No in-person option will be available.
1
Call to Order
Residents are provided with the following options to watch or listen to the
Council meeting:
Residents are provided with the following options to watch or listen to the
Council meeting:
1) Watch the meeting live online at www.springwater.ca/live
1) Watch the meeting live online at www.springwater.ca/live
2) Listen in to the meeting live from a telephone or cellular device by calling 1-
647-558-0588 and using the following meeting ID 898 9027 6071. This option
will only be available for the duration of the meeting.
2) Listen in to the meeting live from a telephone or cellular device by calling 1-
647-558-0588 and using the following meeting ID 898 9027 6071. This option
will only be available for the duration of the meeting.
2) Listen in to the meeting live from a telephone or cellular device by calling 1-
647-558-0588 and using the following meeting ID 898 9027 6071. This option
will only be available for the duration of the meeting.
Those who are unable to watch the live stream are encouraged to review the
mee …
Fri Aug 14, 2026
Council Information Package
Council receives info package with business coaching pop-up and OLT resolutions
This is a Council Information Package for information only, not a decision-making meeting. It includes a media release about free business coaching pop-ups at the Elmvale library, resolutions from other municipalities on topics like Ontario Land Tribunal deference and vacant storefront taxes, and notices about construction and tree harvesting. No votes or decisions are scheduled.
- Free business coaching pop-up at Elmvale library starting Sept 16
- Resolution from North Perth and Ingersoll on OLT deference
- Resolution from Ingersoll on vacant commercial storefront tax
- Notice of construction on Gill Road from Doran Road to White Cedar Road
- Ministry reminder: Municipal Energy Plan feedback due Aug 22
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Friday, August 14, 2026
Page
Friday, August 14, 2026
Page
1. Council Information Package
1. Council Information Package
1. Council Information Package
Council Information Packages are circulated to Council and made publicly
available every Friday.
Council Information Packages are circulated to Council and made publicly
available every Friday.
These packages include correspondence for Council's information such as
memos from staff regarding various Township information, public notices,
tenders, notices to residents, news releases, requests for support/donations,
resolutions from other municipalities and other information items as deemed by
the Clerk. Council members may request, at any time, that a Council
Information Item be placed on the next Council agenda under
"Correspondence", along with a recommendation to accompany the item.
These packages include correspondence for Council's information such as
memos from staff regarding various Township information, public notices,
tenders, notices to residents, news releases, requests for support/donations,
resolutions from other municipalities and other information items as deemed by
the Clerk. Council members may request, at any time, that a Council
Information Item be placed on the next Council agenda under
"Correspondence", along with a recommendation to accompany the item.
These packages include correspondence for Council's information such as
memos from sta …
Fri Aug 7, 2026
Council Information Package
Council receives info package; no decisions on agenda
This is a Council Information Package for August 7, 2026, circulated for Council's information only. It includes correspondence, public notices, and news releases, but no items for decision or discussion at a meeting. Council members may request items be placed on a future agenda.
- Resolution from Municipality of South Huron supporting Penetanguishene's Heads and Beds Payment-in-Lieu of Taxes program collaboration
- Public notice: Temporary closure of Old Second Road South for railway crossing maintenance
- County of Simcoe release: Temporary Reception Centre in Bradford West Gwillimbury
- County of Simcoe release: New paramedic post in Barrie
- Notice of construction: Finlay Mill Road from Spence Avenue to Cowdray Park Lane
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Council Information Package
Friday, August 7, 2026
Page
Friday, August 7, 2026
Page
1. Council Information Package
1. Council Information Package
1. Council Information Package
Council Information Packages are circulated to Council and made publicly
available every Friday.
Council Information Packages are circulated to Council and made publicly
available every Friday.
These packages include correspondence for Council's information such as
memos from staff regarding various Township information, public notices,
tenders, notices to residents, news releases, requests for support/donations,
resolutions from other municipalities and other information items as deemed by
the Clerk. Council members may request, at any time, that a Council
Information Item be placed on the next Council agenda under
"Correspondence", along with a recommendation to accompany the item.
These packages include correspondence for Council's information such as
memos from staff regarding various Township information, public notices,
tenders, notices to residents, news releases, requests for support/donations,
resolutions from other municipalities and other information items as deemed by
the Clerk. Council members may request, at any time, that a Council
Information Item be placed on the next Council agenda under
"Correspondence", along with a recommendation to accompany the item.
These packages include correspondence for Council's information such as
memos from staff …
Fri Jul 31, 2026
Council Information Package
Springwater council reviews zoning changes and infrastructure funding requests
Springwater council reviews a public notice for a proposed zoning amendment to By-law 5000, a road closure on Vespra Valley Road for bridge work, and several resolutions from other municipalities regarding infrastructure funding and traffic safety. The meeting also includes a staff memo releasing correspondence related to a prior council resolution.
- Proposed amendment to Comprehensive Zoning By-law 5000 (public notice)
- Road closure on Vespra Valley Road for bridge and culvert work
- Resolution supporting review of Ontario Land Tribunal and deference to municipal planning decisions
- Resolution requesting province-wide traffic calming and speeding mitigation funding
- Resolution seeking permanent funding for Ontario Community Infrastructure Fund (OCIF)
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Council Information Package
Friday, July 31, 2026
Page
1. Council Information Package
Council Information Packages are circulated to Council and made publicly
available every Friday.
These packages include correspondence for Council's information such as
memos from staff regarding various Township information, public notices,
tenders, notices to residents, news releases, requests for support/donations,
resolutions from other municipalities and other information items as deemed by
the Clerk. Council members may request, at any time, that a Council
Information Item be placed on the next Council agenda under
"Correspondence", along with a recommendation to accompany the item.
1.1. Release: County and Town to Break Ground on New Affordable
Housing Development in Collingwood - County of Simcoe (July 23,
2026)
Release: County and Town to Break Ground on New Affordable
Housing Development in Collingwood - County of Simcoe (July 23,
2026)
4
1.2. Resolution: Review and Reform of Provincial Offences System - Huron
OPP Detachment Board (July 24, 2026)
Resolution: Review and Reform of Provincial Offences System - Huron
OPP Detachment Board (July 24, 2026)
5 - 8
1.3. Resolution: Ontario Community Infrastructure Fund (OCIF) - Township
of North Stormont (July 27, 2026)
Resolution: Ontario Community Infrastructure Fund (OCIF) - Township
of North Stormont (July 27, 2026)
9
1.4. Resolution: Request for Traffic Calming & Speeding Mitigation
Techn …
Wed Jul 29, 2026
Special Council
Council to hire independent reviewer for legal spending audit
Springwater Council will decide whether to hire an independent forensic reviewer to audit $416,289 in legal and professional invoices related to the City of Barrie boundary adjustment. The review aims to assess governance, transparency, and accountability of these expenditures.
- Hire independent reviewer to audit $416,289 in legal/professional invoices (Affleck Greene McMurtry LLP, Aird & Berlis LLP, Loopstra Nixon LLP, others)
- Review covers invoices paid as of June 25, 2026, including Loopstra Nixon LLP ($207,165.30), Affleck Greene McMurtry LLP ($100,122.83)
- Council to reconsider reprimand for integrity commissioner matter IC-35801-0126
- Virtual-only meeting with live stream and phone access options
- Staff to report back on August 19, 2026 with RFQ results and cost estimates
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Special Meeting
Wednesday, July 29, 2026 - 6:00 p.m.
Virtual
Page
***NOTICE - The Special Meeting of Council of July 29, 2026 will be held
virtually only. No in-person option will be available.
Petition for Special Meeting requested by Deputy Mayor Cabral and supported
by Councillor Alexander, Councillor Moore, and Councillor Fisher.
1 Call to Order
Residents are provided with the following options to watch or listen to the
Council meeting:
1) Watch the meeting live online at www.springwater.ca/live
2) Listen in to the meeting live from a telephone or cellular device by calling 1-
647-558-0588 and using the following meeting ID 820 8142 5964. This option
will only be available for the duration of the meeting.
Those who are unable to watch the live stream are encouraged to review the
meeting at their convenience by watching the video on the Township's
YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/@springwatertwp
1.1. Open Meeting
Recommendation
That the Special meeting of the Council of the Township of Springwater
of July 29, 2026 come to order at _________p.m.
2 Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest
3 Discussion Items
3.1. Independent Forensic Governance Review of Significant Legal and
Related Professional Expenditures
Re: Staff Memo: City of Barrie Boundary Adjustment - Release of
Invoices - Township of Springwater (June 25, 2026)
Item 1.7 on the June 26, 2026 Council Information Package
Presented by: Deputy M …
Fri Jul 24, 2026
Council Information Package
Council receives information package with resolutions from other municipalities
This is a routine Council Information Package circulated for information only. No decisions or discussions are scheduled; the package includes correspondence, resolutions from other municipalities on topics such as tick-borne diseases, emergency shelter funding, pesticide use, and intimate partner violence, as well as notices of construction and tree harvesting.
- Resolution from Township of Ramara supporting provincial action on tick-borne diseases
- Resolution from Township of Ramara supporting review of emergency shelter funding and length-of-stay standards for women and children experiencing IPV
- Resolution from Township of South-West Oxford regarding pesticide use in public recreational spaces
- Resolution from Village of Sunridge opposing changes to FIPPA
- Notice of construction: Finlay Mill Road from Spence Avenue to Cowdray Park Lane, commencing July 6, 2026
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Council Information Package
Friday, July 24, 2026
Page
1. Council Information Package
Council Information Packages are circulated to Council and made publicly
available every Friday.
These packages include correspondence for Council's information such as
memos from staff regarding various Township information, public notices,
tenders, notices to residents, news releases, requests for support/donations,
resolutions from other municipalities and other information items as deemed by
the Clerk. Council members may request, at any time, that a Council
Information Item be placed on the next Council agenda under
"Correspondence", along with a recommendation to accompany the item.
1.1. Resolution: Provincial Support, Funding and Coordinated Plans to
Combat Tick Borne Diseases - Township of Ramara (July 17, 2026)
Resolution: Provincial Support, Funding and Coordinated Plans to
Combat Tick Borne Diseases - Township of Ramara (July 17, 2026)
3 - 6
1.2. Resolution: Request for a Provincial Review of Benchmarking, Funding
Formulas, and Length-of-Stay Standards for Emergency Shelters
Serving Women and Children Experiencing IPV - Township of Ramara
(July 17, 2026)
Resolution: Request for a Provincial Review of Benchmarking, Funding
Formulas, and Length-of-Stay Standards for Emergency Shelters
Serving Women and Children Experiencing IPV - Township of Ramara
(July 17, 2026)
7 - 10
1.3. Resolution: Pesticide Use in Public Recreational Spaces - Township …
Wed Jul 22, 2026 · 06:00 PM
Committee of Adjustment
Hybrid - In person and Virtual
Tue Jul 21, 2026 · 10:00 AM
Professional Health Services Complex Ad Hoc Committee
Committee reviews planning overview and concept plan for health services complex
The committee will review a planning process overview and a concept plan for the Professional Health Services Complex located at 1432 Snow Valley Road. Staff presented the need for an Official Plan Amendment and a Zoning By-law Amendment to permit the proposed medical facility. The meeting also includes approval of the May 5, 2026 minutes and routine procedural items.
- Approval of minutes from May 5, 2026
- Presentation of Planning Process Overview memo for 1432 Snow Valley Road
- Discussion of Concept Plan for the health services complex
- Recommendation for Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment
- Site Plan Application fees: $2,575 base fee plus $0.21 per sq m and $25,000 Development Engineering Review Fee
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Administration Centre - Council Chambers 2231 Nursery Road, Minesing ON
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Agenda
Professional Health Services
Complex Ad Hoc Committee
Meeting
Tuesday, July 21, 2026 - 10:00 a.m.
Virtual via Zoom
Page
1. Call to Order
Be advised that this meeting of the Professional Health Services Complex
Ad Hoc Committee will be held as a hybrid meeting allowing for in person
and remote participation. Residents are provided with the following options
to watch or listen to the Professional Health Services Ad Hoc Committee
meeting:
1) Attend the meeting in person in Council Chambers at the Township's
Administration Centre located at 2231 Nursery Road, Minesing, ON.
2) Watch the meeting live at https://springwater-
ca.zoom.us/j/86438948773?pwd=yy1a4MvTE4F8uMGN0HtLtP9G39M6NR.1
using the following meeting ID 864 3894 8773 and passcode 699288. This
option will only be available for the duration of the meeting.
3) Listen to the meeting live from a telephone device or cellular device by
calling 1-778-907-2071 and using the following meeting ID 864 3894 8773.
This option will only be available for the duration of the meeting.
1.1. Call to Order
Recommendation
That this meeting of the Professional Health Services Complex Ad Hoc
Committee come to order at __________ p.m.
2. Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest
3. Previous Minutes
3.1. Approval of Minutes from May 5, 2026
Recommendation
That the May 5, 2026, Minutes of the Professional Health Services
Complex Ad Hoc Committee be approved as presented.
Minutes of the Profess …
Fri Jul 17, 2026
Council Information Package
Power restored; Finlay Mill Road remains closed due to gas leak repairs
The Council Information Package informs council members of several items. It includes a public notice that power has been restored but Finlay Mill Road remains temporarily closed while gas‑related repairs continue. It also carries resolutions from other municipalities on traffic‑calming measures and heritage‑designation deadlines, a media release announcing committee‑member recruitment, and a construction notice for Finlay Mill Road. No formal decisions are being taken at this meeting; the items are for information only.
- Public Notice: Update on Power Restoration and Temporary Road Closure on Finlay Mill Road (Bayfield St to Wattie Rd)
- Resolution: Traffic Calming Speeding Mitigation Techniques – Huronia West O.P.P. Detachment Board
- Resolution: Extend Deadline for Notice of Intent to Designate Listed Heritage Properties – Municipality of Kincardine
- Media Release: 2026-2030 Committee and Board Member Recruitment – Township of Springwater
- Notice of Construction: Finlay Mill Road from Spence Avenue to Cowdray Park Lane – Crozier Consulting Engineers and the Rose Corporation
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Council Information Package
Friday, July 17, 2026
Page
1. Council Information Package
Council Information Packages are circulated to Council and made publicly
available every Friday.
These packages include correspondence for Council's information such as
memos from staff regarding various Township information, public notices,
tenders, notices to residents, news releases, requests for support/donations,
resolutions from other municipalities and other information items as deemed by
the Clerk. Council members may request, at any time, that a Council
Information Item be placed on the next Council agenda under
"Correspondence", along with a recommendation to accompany the item.
1.1. Public Notice: Update on Power Restoration and Temporary Road
Closure on Finlay Mill Road - Township of Springwater (July 10, 2026)
Public Notice: Update on Power Restoration and Temporary Road
Closure on Finlay Mill Road - Township of Springwater (July 10, 2026)
4
1.2. Resolution: Traffic Calming Speeding Mitigation Techniques - Huronia
West O.P.P. Detachment Board (July 13, 2026)
Resolution: Traffic Calming Speeding Mitigation Techniques - Huronia
West O.P.P Detachment Board (July 13, 2026)
5 - 6
1.3. Resolution: Extend Deadline for Notice of Intent to Designate Listed
Heritage Properties - Municipality of Kincardine (July 13, 2026)
Resolution: Extend Deadline for Notice of Intent to Designate Listed
Heritage Properties - Municipality of Kincardine (July 13, 2 …
Wed Jul 15, 2026 · 07:00 PM
Agricultural Advisory Committee
Springwater Ag Committee to discuss drainage with NVCA
The Agricultural Advisory Committee is holding a special hybrid meeting on July 15, 2026. They will approve the minutes from June 9 and then discuss drainage matters with the Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority (NVCA). The next regular meeting is scheduled for September 8, 2026.
- Drainage discussion with NVCA
- Approval of June 9, 2026 minutes
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Hybrid - Zoom & Administration Centre - Council Chambers 2231 Nursery Road, Minesing ON
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Agricultural Advisory
Committee Special Meeting
Wednesday, July 15, 2026 - 10:00 a.m.
Hybrid - Zoom & Administration Centre - Council
Chambers 2231 Nursery Road, Minesing ON
Page
1. Call to Order
Be advised this meeting of the Agricultural Advisory Committee will be
conducted as a hybrid meeting. Residents are provided the following
ways to participate:
1) Attend the meeting in person in Council Chambers at the Township's
Administration Centre located at 2231 Nursery Road, Minesing, ON.
2) Join the Zoom meeting using the following link: https://springwater-
ca.zoom.us/j/89118987640?pwd=PFp9KYjqyub1tDgwbFLnJEbILX4ykZ.1
and the following Meeting ID 891 1898 7640 and Passcode 945261. This
option will only be available for the duration of the meeting.
1.1. Call to Order
Recommendation
That this meeting of the Township of Springwater Agricultural Advisory
Committee come to order at __________ p.m.
2. Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest
3. Previous Minutes
3.1. Approval of Minutes from June 9, 2026
Recommendation
That the June 9, 2026, Minutes of the Township of Springwater
Agricultural Advisory Committee be approved as presented.
Minutes of the Agricultural Advisory Committee of June 9, 2026
3 - 5
4. New Business/Reports for Discussion
4.1. Drainage Discussion with NVCA
5. Adjournment
5.1. Adjournment
Recommendation
That the July 15, 2026, meeting of the Township of Springwater
Agricultural Advisory Committee doe …
Fri Jul 10, 2026
Council Information Package
Springwater Council receives updates on trails, conservation, and regional governance
This information package includes staff updates regarding erosion on the southern portion of the Hunter Russell Trail. It also contains correspondence from the County of Simcoe regarding intimate partner violence and a food waste survey, alongside reports from the Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority.
- Staff memo regarding southern erosion of the Hunter Russell Trail
- NVCA approved draft levy increase of $129,055.12
- NVCA approved 2027 Asset Management Plan levies of $612,870 and $35,405
- Notice of construction on Finlay Mill Road from Spence Avenue to Cowdray Park Lane
- Resolution by County of Simcoe declaring intimate partner violence an epidemic
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Council Information Package
Friday, July 10, 2026
Page
1. Council Information Package
Council Information Packages are circulated to Council and made publicly
available every Friday.
These packages include correspondence for Council's information such as
memos from staff regarding various Township information, public notices,
tenders, notices to residents, news releases, requests for support/donations,
resolutions from other municipalities and other information items as deemed by
the Clerk. Council members may request, at any time, that a Council
Information Item be placed on the next Council agenda under
"Correspondence", along with a recommendation to accompany the item.
1.1. Resolution: Provincial Bill 100 - Better Regional Governance Act - Town
of Goderich (June 2, 2026)
Resolution: Provincial Bill 100 - Better Regional Governance Act - Town
of Goderich (June 2, 2026)
3
1.2. Release: NVCA June 2026 Board Meeting Highlights - Nottawasaga
Valley Conservation Authority (July 6, 2026)
Release: NVCA June 2026 Board Meeting Highlights - Nottawasaga
Valley Conservation Authority (July 6, 2026)
4 - 5
1.3. Resolution: Intimate Partner Violence - County of Simcoe (July 7, 2026)
Resolution: Intimate Partner Violence - County of Simcoe (July 7, 2026)
6
1.4. Release: County of Simcoe Launches Survey on Food Waste and
Green Cart Use - County of Simcoe (July 7, 2026)
Release: County of Simcoe Launches Survey on Food Waste and
Green Cart Use …
Wed Jul 8, 2026 · 06:30 PM
Regular Council
Council to consider zoning amendment for 1804 Old Second North
The Council will hold a public meeting to decide on a zoning by-law amendment for a property at 1804 Old Second North. Additionally, the body will review a local climate action plan and receive reports from the Integrity Commissioner.
- Zoning By-law Amendment ZB-2026-006 for 1804 Old Second North
- Proposed $185,215.44 allocation for the EDHS Fit Trail Park
- Presentation on the Municipal Local Climate Change Action Plan
- Two reports from the Office of the Integrity Commissioner (IC-35900-0326 and IC-35801-0126)
- Resolution opposing changes to Ontario's Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act
zoningclimate-actionbudgetintegrity-commissionertransparency
Hybrid - In person and Virtual
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#### Agenda Council Meeting
##### Wednesday, July 8, 2026 - 6:30 p.m.
Hybrid-In person and Virtual Page
##### 1 Call to Order
Be advised that meetings of Council are held as hybrid meetings allowing for in person and remote participation. Residents are provided with the following options to watch or listen to the Council meeting:
1) Watch the meeting live online at <u>www.springwater.ca/live</u>
2) Listen in to the meeting live from a telephone or cellular device by calling 1- 647-558-0588 and using the following meeting ID 820 8142 5964. This option will only be available for the duration of the meeting.
3) Attend the meeting in person in Council Chambers at the Township's Administration Centre located at 2231 Nursery Road, Minesing, ON. Those who are unable to watch the live stream are encouraged to review the meeting at their convenience by watching the video on the Township's YouTube channel at <u>[https://www.youtube.com/@springwatertwp](https://www.youtube.com/@springwatertwp)</u> **Question Period Procedures:** In an effort to accommodate question period, the following process will be followed. **Submit a request to make oral submission**. Members of the public may request to make an oral submission, via electronic attendance through zoom or in person at the Administration Centre, during the Question Period portion of the agenda.
a) Email <u>
[email protected]</u> with the subject line reading "Question Period Submission".
b) Provide your full name, address and …
Wed Jul 8, 2026 · 05:00 PM
Special Council - Closed Session
Council enters closed session for personnel and HR updates
This special council meeting is primarily procedural boilerplate. The council will enter a closed session to discuss a personal human resources matter involving identifiable employees. A confirmatory by-law will be signed to formalize the meeting's proceedings.
- Closed session for personnel and HR updates
- Confirmatory By-law 2026-054 to ratify proceedings
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Hybrid - In person and Virtual
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Agenda
Special Meeting
Wednesday, July 8, 2026 - 5:00 p.m.
Hybrid - In person and Virtual
Page
1 Call to Order
Be advised that meetings of Council are held as hybrid meetings allowing for in
person and remote participation. Residents are provided with the following
options to watch or listen to the Council meeting:
1) Watch the meeting live online at www.springwater.ca/live
2) Attend the meeting in person in Council Chambers at the Township's
Administration Centre located at 2231 Nursery Road, Minesing, ON.
Those who are unable to watch the live stream are encouraged to review the
meeting at their convenience by watching the video on the Township's
YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/@springwatertwp
1.1. Open Meeting
Recommendation
That the Special meeting of the Council of the Township of Springwater
of July 8, 2026 come to order at _________p.m.
2 Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest
3 Closed Session
3.1. Enter into Closed Session
Recommendation
That in accordance with Section 239 of the Municipal Act, 2001, the
Corporation of the Township of Springwater does hereby resolve to
move into Closed Session at _________p.m. for discussion pertaining
to:
A personal matter about an identifiable individual, including
municipal or local board employees;
Topic: Human Resources Update
3.2. Reconvene
Recommendation
That the Council of the Township of Springwater does now rise from
Closed Session at ________ p.m. …
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