Tay, ON

Heritage Committee

Horticulture Committee

Public Meeting - Building and Planning Fee Review

Committee of the Whole

Tay Township Public Library Board

Committee of Adjustment

Council

Heritage Committee

Horticulture Committee

Committee of Adjustment

Tay Township Public Library Board

Inaugural Council

Committee of the Whole

Council

Committee of Adjustment

Tay Township Public Library Board

Committee of Adjustment

Council Information Package

This is a Council Information Package for the Corporation of the Township of Tay dated Monday, September 28, 2026. It is a collection of correspondence for Council's information, not a decision agenda: no items are listed as decided or voted on. The package contains Simcoe County releases and advisories, one North Simcoe stakeholder letter, and two resolutions from other municipalities. Sections for correspondence from the Province, internal correspondence, and correspondence from residents all state 'None received.'

• Simcoe County Museum 'Last Blast' vintage construction equipment event on October 17, 2026, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at 1151 ON-26, Minesing; admission $10 adults, $8 seniors, $8 youth, $5 children, free for preschoolers and Museum Members
• County of Simcoe advisory: nomination deadline extended for the 14th Annual Newcomer Recognition Awards
• County of Simcoe release: bi-weekly fall leaf and yard waste collection resumes in October in Simcoe County
• County of Simcoe release: County to conduct a controlled burn in Clearview
• County of Simcoe release: applications open for the Bradford West Gwillimbury Community Liaison Group

Planning Public Meeting

Tay Township Council is holding a Planning Public Meeting to consider a proposed temporary use by-law for 2703 Triple Bay Road (application 2026-ZBA-05), submitted by owners Franco and Royanne Naccarato. The meeting includes a presentation by the Manager of Planning and Development Services, followed by public and council question periods. The agenda lists no other substantive items.

• Proposed temporary use by-law for 2703 Triple Bay Road (2026-ZBA-05)
• Application by Franco and Royanne Naccarato to amend Zoning By-law 2000-57
• Public correspondence from G. Bourque (2775 Triple Bay Road), J. & A. Casa (2450 Irish Line, Coldwater), and K. Rawlings
• Meeting held in Council Chambers, 450 Park Street, Victoria Harbour, and livestreamed on YouTube

Special Council - DC Complaint Hearing Continuation

Tay Township Council is holding a continuation of a hearing on a Development Charges Act complaint filed by Wye Heritage Marine Resort regarding development charges for a property at 3282 Ogdens Beach Road. The council will hear presentations from the resort and school boards, then consider staff reports and decide whether to dismiss or adjust the complaint. The meeting also includes a closed session for solicitor-client privileged advice.

• Development Charges Act complaint by Wye Heritage Marine Resort regarding Building Permit 2026-046 issued April 15, 2026
• Presentation by Derek Lubert and Andy Blenkarn of Maple Leaf Marinas on the complaint
• Joint responding submission from Simcoe County District School Board and Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board
• Staff report CS-2026-062 on the Tay portion of the development charges complaint
• Staff report CS-2026-073 on the school boards portion of the complaint

Council

Tay Township Council will receive the Treasurer's 2027 Budget and Economic Outlook report and consider a target for the overall increase to the Municipal Tax Rate Levy. Council will also enact three by-laws, including one setting council remuneration, one authorizing an agreement with the Georgian Bay Snowriders Club, and one allowing a temporary use at 2057 Old Fort Road. The agenda includes routine approvals of minutes and committee reports, a logo design contest winner announcement, and a verbal update on the Sunset Court petition.

• 2027 Budget and Economic Outlook report (CS-2026-074) with proposed tax levy increase target
• By-law 2026-34: establishes rate of remuneration for Council members
• By-law 2026-35: authorizes agreement with Georgian Bay Snowriders Club
• By-law 2026-36: allows temporary use at 2057 Old Fort Road (Concession 4, W Pt Lot 9)
• Correspondence from resident of 15 Hearthstone Drive requesting a no parking sign

Council Information Package

This is a weekly Council Information Package for the Township of Tay, containing correspondence for Council's information only, with no decisions or discussions. It includes a County of Simcoe release about a citizenship ceremony for 34 new Canadians and a notice that nominations for the Newcomer Recognition Awards are open until September 25. No other correspondence was received.

• Newcomer Recognition Awards nomination deadline extended to September 25
• County of Simcoe concludes Week of Welcome with citizenship ceremony for 34 new Canadians
• No correspondence received from Province, residents, North Simcoe stakeholders, or other municipalities

Tay Township Public Library Board

The Tay Township Public Library Board will consider a recommendation to Council on transitioning to a single-branch library system, including collection size, branch size, and operational timeline. The board will also approve August 2026 accounts of $5,740 and receive activity, statistics, and newsletter reports. A closed session is scheduled for a verbal report on personal matters about an identifiable individual (human resources).

• Recommendation LRC-2026-001: Transition to a One Branch Library, including building needs and time frame
• Library Board Accounts for August 2026 in the amount of $5,740 to be received
• Library Activities Report - August 2026
• Library Statistics - August 2026
• Closed session: Verbal Report, Library CEO, re: personal matters about an identifiable individual (Human Resources)

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will hold a virtual public meeting to consider four planning applications: one deferred consent and minor variance application, two minor variance applications, and one consent application. Staff recommendations are included for the minor variance applications, while the deferred item will be discussed. The meeting is procedural and focuses on individual property requests.

• 2026-B-24 & 2026-A-19, 6836 HWY 93 - Consent and Minor Variance Applications (DEFERRED)
• 2026-A-20, 105 Lumber Road - Minor Variance Application (carport, staff recommends approval with conditions)
• 2026-A-21, 6692 HWY 93 - Minor Variance Application
• 2026-A-22, 98 Hoyt Avenue - Minor Variance Application
• 2026-B-22 & 2026-B-23, 549 Fifth Avenue - Consent Applications

Seniors Advisory Committee

Council Information Package

This is a Council Information Package for the Township of Tay, containing correspondence and notices for Council's information rather than decisions. Items include a provincial notice about proposed regulations under the Municipal Accountability Act, 2026, County of Simcoe advisories and releases, minutes from the Port McNicoll Recreation Committee, and resolutions from other municipalities. No resident correspondence was received.

• Correspondence from Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing: Municipal Accountability Act, 2026 regulations posted for public comment
• Advisory: County of Simcoe Week of Welcome, September 14-18, 2026
• Advisory: Simcoe County Quilt, Rug and Artisan Fair
• Release: Doors Open invites visits to Simcoe County cultural and heritage assets
• Resolutions from New Tecumseth and Springwater on Canada North Vehicles Initiative; Springwater resolution opposing changes to Ontario's Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing several staff reports, including monthly activity updates for various departments. Key discussions include a potential four-year snowmobile access agreement for the Tay Shore Trail and a temporary use extension for a business at 2057 Old Fort Road.

• Proposed 18-month temporary use extension for vehicle and equipment storage at 2057 Old Fort Road
• Proposed four-year agreement for Georgian Bay Snowriders Club to use the Tay Shore Trail
• Approval of $2,391.83 in 2026 Q2 tax adjustments
• Authorization of easement agreements for 122 and 124 Juneau Road
• Approval of the 2027 Committee of the Whole and Council meeting schedule

Council Information Package

This document is a weekly Council Information Package containing correspondence and resolutions from other government levels and municipalities. It serves to inform the Council of external communications rather than presenting new items for local decision.

• Thank you letter from Midland Curling Club regarding sponsorship
• City of Toronto resolution regarding heritage property protection expiry dates
• Town of Parry Sound resolution requesting a provincial regulatory framework for e-scooters

Horticulture Committee

The Township of Tay Horticulture Committee will meet on September 8, 2026, to approve its agenda and discuss committee business. The agenda includes setting dates for fall garden and decorating work, determining the placement date for Remembrance Day crosses, and outlining the application process for the 2026-2030 term. No correspondence was received, and the next meeting is scheduled for October 13, 2026.

• Setting dates for fall garden and decorating work
• Determining placement date for Remembrance Day crosses
• Outlining the Committee Application process for the 2026-2030 term

Heritage Committee

The Heritage Committee will meet to review several information items regarding heritage working groups. These include updates on a youth contest, storyboard signs, street signs, the heritage register, and designations.

• Heritage Month Display information item
• Tay Heritage Youth Contest working group
• Storyboard Signs working group
• Street Signs working group
• Heritage Register and Designations working groups

Council Information Package

Planning Public Meeting

Tay Township Council is holding a Planning Public Meeting to consider a proposed extension to a temporary use by-law for a sawmill business at 2057 Old Fort Road. The applicant, Chris Woods, requests an extension of 12 to 18 months for activities including vehicle and equipment storage, firewood splitting, and log and wood chip storage. Council has not yet taken a position and is seeking public and agency input before deciding.

• Public meeting for proposed extension to Temporary Use By-law at 2057 Old Fort Road (2026-ZBA-02)
• Applicant: Chris Woods, owner of 2057 Old Fort Road
• Proposed extension duration: 12 to 18 months
• Permitted uses: sawmill business, vehicle/equipment storage, firewood splitting, log and wood chip storage
• Meeting held in Council Chambers, 450 Park Street, Victoria Harbour, and live-streamed on YouTube

Council

Council will consider a follow-up review of building and planning fees, directing staff to proceed with benchmarking and schedule a public meeting. It will also consider housekeeping amendments to Zoning By-law 2000-57 and approve appointments and terms of reference for the 2026-2030 Joint Compliance Audit Committee and other committees.

• Building and Planning Fee Review (CS-2026-059) - proceed with benchmarking, exclude Oro-Medonte, schedule public meeting
• Housekeeping amendments to Zoning By-law 2000-57 (PDS-2026-028)
• Approve 2026-2030 Joint Compliance Audit Committee appointments and Terms of Reference (CS-2026-061)
• Approve updates to Terms of Reference for all Committees of Council (CS-2026-063)
• Adoption of minutes from July 22, 2026 meetings

Council Information Package

This is a Council Information Package for the Township of Tay, containing correspondence and notices for Council's information rather than decisions. It includes a resident's letter urging governance reform and cost efficiency across Tiny, Tay, Midland, and Penetanguishene, plus County of Simcoe releases on newcomer awards, homelessness supports, long-term care, and healthcare expansion. No votes or formal actions are scheduled.

• Resident Charles Glassier correspondence on governance reform and cost efficiency across Tiny, Tay, Midland, and Penetanguishene
• County of Simcoe advisory: nominations open for 14th Annual Newcomer Recognition Awards until September 18, 2026
• County of Simcoe release: investment in Barrie property to strengthen homelessness supports
• County of Simcoe release: investing in long-term care
• County of Simcoe release: expansion of community-based healthcare services in Orillia with Huronia Nurse Practitioner-Led Clinic

Tay Township Public Library Board

The Tay Township Public Library Board is meeting to approve routine items: the June 18, 2026 minutes, June and July accounts ($2,060 and $5,276), activity reports, and revised circulation statistics for January through April 2026. The board will also receive a verbal update from the Library CEO on the Library Services Review, which previously led to a recommendation to close the Waubaushene branch by December 31, 2026.

• Approve June 2026 accounts totaling $2,060
• Approve July 2026 accounts totaling $5,276
• Receive revised circulation statistics for January–April 2026
• Receive library statistics for May–July 2026
• Verbal report on Library Services Review update

Audit Committee

The Audit Committee will review the draft 2023 audited financial statements and related audit findings, and consider a recommendation to approve them. The committee will also discuss appointing Pahapill and Associates as auditor for the 2025 and 2026 fiscal years, with a by-law to be presented at a future Council meeting.

• Review of draft 2023 Township of Tay consolidated financial statements
• Recommendation to approve the 2023 audited financial statements
• Appointment of Pahapill and Associates as auditor for 2025 and 2026 fiscal years
• Audit findings letter and management representation letter for 2023 audit

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will hold a virtual public meeting on August 19, 2026, to consider three minor variance applications. Staff recommend approval for all three, including a proposal to build an accessory dwelling unit above a garage at 105 Grandview Road. The other applications are for properties at 154 William Street and 312 Robins Point Road. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom.

• 2026-A-16: 105 Grandview Road – accessory dwelling unit above garage (136.01 m², 7.71 m high), three detached accessory structures over 15 m², and a new structure made of two shipping containers
• 2026-A-17: 154 William Street – minor variance application
• 2026-A-18: 312 Robins Point Road – minor variance application
• Staff recommend approval for all three applications

Council Information Package

This is a Council Information Package for the Township of Tay, containing correspondence for Council's information rather than decisions. It includes an update from the Solicitor General on OPP municipal policing costs for 2027, advisories and releases from the County of Simcoe, and an invitation from the Royal Canadian Legion. No internal, resident, or other municipal correspondence was received.

• Correspondence from Solicitor General on OPP municipal policing costs for 2027
• County of Simcoe advisory: Canadian Festival of Old Cars at Simcoe County Museum
• County of Simcoe release: governance changes and Head of Council title for 2026-2030 term
• County of Simcoe release: Zoo Park Phase 2 affordable housing development in Wasaga Beach
• Invitation from Royal Canadian Legion Waubaushene Branch 316 to commemorate RCL's 100th anniversary

Horticulture Committee

The Township of Tay Horticulture Committee is meeting on August 11, 2026, to discuss routine business. Items include an update on Remembrance Day crosses, a September garden clean-up work schedule, and quantities and arrangements needed for fall displays. The agenda is largely procedural with no major decisions or financial items listed.

• Update on Remembrance Day Crosses progress
• September garden clean-up work schedule
• Quantities and arrangements for Fall Displays

Council Information Package

This is a Council Information Package for the Township of Tay, containing correspondence and notices for council's information rather than decisions. Items include provincial consultations on conservation authority regulations and heritage property designations, as well as County of Simcoe releases on housing, a reception centre, and a paramedic post. No internal or resident correspondence was received.

• Province consults on two proposed regulations under the Conservation Authorities Act
• Ministry of Citizenship and Multiculturalism updates deadline for designating non-designated heritage properties
• County of Simcoe to build 3-storey, 30-unit affordable housing development in Collingwood
• County of Simcoe to establish temporary reception centre in Bradford West Gwillimbury
• New County of Simcoe paramedic post coming to Barrie

Council Information Package

Council received correspondence from the Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks regarding a 45-day public consultation on two proposed regulations under the Conservation Authorities Act. The proposals cover a tiered formula for appointing members to regional conservation authorities and new ineligibility criteria for the Ontario Provincial Conservation Agency board. No other correspondence or resolutions were received.

• Province proposes Tiered Allocation Formula for appointing municipal members to regional conservation authorities
• Province proposes ineligibility criteria for OPCA board: registered lobbyists, current CA members, and CA officers/senior staff
• Public comment period closes September 12, 2026; virtual info sessions on August 5 and August 12
• Invitation received from The Guesthouse for Strike Away Homelessness bowling fundraiser on August 14, 2026 in Midland

Heritage Committee

The Heritage Committee is meeting to discuss several information items and working group updates. The session includes a review of the committee's Terms of Reference and updates on local heritage projects.

• Review of Heritage Committee Terms of Reference
• Tay Heritage Youth Contest working group
• Designations working group
• Old Fort School Bell
• Remember When project

Council Information Package

This is a Council Information Package containing correspondence for information only. No decisions are being made at this meeting, as the document consists of notices, invitations, and requests from external organizations.

• Request from Huronia Community Foundation for a $1,000 to $2,500 matching contribution to the Heart of Georgian Bay Community Forward Fund
• Request from Huronia Community Foundation for a $200 sponsorship of the Annual Community Report on September 24, 2026
• Notice of a new affordable housing development groundbreaking in Collingwood from Simcoe County
• Update from Martyrs' Shrine regarding its Centennial Mass and upcoming summer concert series
• Invitation to the 'Discover What's New at HCF' event on July 29

Special Council - Development Charges Complaint Hearing

The Special Council will hold a Development Charges Act hearing on July 22, 2026 at 5:30 p.m. to consider a complaint from Wye Heritage Marine Resort regarding a $20,048 development charge. Written comments must be submitted to Municipal Clerk Katelyn Johns by July 15, 2026. The meeting will also confirm By‑law No. 2026‑28 to adopt the meeting proceedings.

• Development Charges Act hearing for 3282 Ogdens Beach Road (Wye Heritage Marine Resort)
• Complaint submitted by Derek Lubert and Andy Blenkarn of Maple Leaf Marinas
• Legal submission by Katherine Chan of Barriston Law
• Confirmation of By‑law No. 2026‑28 to adopt meeting proceedings
• Deadline for written comments to Katelyn Johns by July 15, 2026

Planning Public Meeting

The Township of Tay will hold a public meeting to discuss proposed housekeeping amendments to Zoning By-law 2000-57. The changes aim to clarify technical issues, update definitions, and modify specific zoning provisions.

• Public meeting to discuss proposed housekeeping amendments to Zoning By-law 2000-57
• Clarification of maximum lot coverage for detached accessory buildings
• Provision for one detached accessory building less than 15m2 in the front yard
• New definition for 'Floating Accommodation' and 'High Water Mark'
• Prohibition of human habitation on vacant lands

Council

The Council will consider a by‑law to amend the zoning by‑law for the property at 466 Fifth Avenue, changing its designation from R2*21(H) to R2*21. It will also adopt a by‑law amending the 2025 dog‑control by‑law. Additional items include removal of the holding symbol for 466 Fifth Avenue, a review of building and planning fee options, and a vote on the township’s new logo.

• Removal of the holding symbol for 466 Fifth Avenue (PDS‑2026‑026)
• Building and Planning Fee Review with multiple cost‑recovery options (CS‑2026‑056)
• Township logo redevelopment – selection among four options (CS‑2026‑058)
• By‑law No. 2026‑30 – rezoning of 466 Fifth Avenue from R2*21(H) to R2*21
• By‑law No. 2026‑27 – amendment to the dog‑control by‑law

Council Information Package

This is a Council Information Package containing correspondence and resolutions for information only. No decisions are being made at this meeting; the document provides updates on regional programs and requests from other municipalities.

• Delivery of additional recycling carts to eligible residents starting August 3, 2026
• Launch of the $465,000 Veterans First program to end veteran homelessness in Simcoe County
• Resolution from Town of Plympton-Wyoming regarding Public Sector Salary Disclosure Inflation
• Resolution from Town of Plympton-Wyoming regarding Vacant Commercial Storefront Tax
• Resolution from Township of Ramara regarding Lake Country Airways Water Aerodrome safety on Rama Road