{
 "city": "Tay",
 "state": "ON",
 "page": "https://canada.theboringparts.com/city/tay/",
 "attribution": "MyTown / The Boring Parts — CC BY 4.0. Summaries AI-generated from official sources.",
 "license": "https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/",
 "generated": "2026-08-21",
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 "recent": [
  {
   "date": "2026-08-20",
   "body": "Tay Township Public Library Board",
   "headline": "Library Board to receive June/July accounts and stats, hear services review update",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://tay.civicweb.net/document/51265/Tay%20Township%20Public%20Library%20Board%20-%2020%20Aug%202026.pdf?handle=066A16E0FBFB4597922C09578520A2F2",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://tay.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=547"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-19",
   "body": "Audit Committee",
   "headline": "Audit Committee to review 2023 audited financial statements and reappoint auditor",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://tay.civicweb.net/document/51223/Audit%20Committee%20-%2019%20Aug%202026.pdf?handle=785B3FB85DE1432B95DAE5A28C69DF6B",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://tay.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=602"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-19",
   "body": "Committee of Adjustment",
   "headline": "Committee to hear three minor variance applications, including accessory dwelling at 105 Grandview Road",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://tay.civicweb.net/document/51229/Committee%20of%20Adjustment%20-%2019%20Aug%202026.pdf?handle=EB8903B6085B49AB877EB87EC8C5263E",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://tay.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=502"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-17",
   "body": "Council Information Package",
   "headline": "Council receives OPP 2027 policing cost update and County notices",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://tay.civicweb.net/document/51310/Council%20Information%20Package%20-%2017%20Aug%202026.pdf?handle=74C58D3B09914B2292C801A30D09F410",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://tay.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=604"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-11",
   "body": "Horticulture Committee",
   "headline": "Tay Horticulture Committee to plan fall displays and garden cleanup",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://tay.civicweb.net/document/51175/Horticulture%20Committee%20-%2011%20Aug%202026.pdf?handle=72A7C413078946E99D7B70769A1DB4A0",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://tay.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=514"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-10",
   "body": "Council Information Package",
   "headline": "Tay council receives provincial conservation and heritage updates",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://tay.civicweb.net/document/51173/Council%20Information%20Package%20-%2010%20Aug%202026.pdf?handle=0C99A5A075B945A08D8C31A57F985BDC",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://tay.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=603"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-04",
   "body": "Council Information Package",
   "headline": "Province seeks input on conservation authority regulations",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://tay.civicweb.net/document/51043/Council%20Information%20Package%20-%2004%20Aug%202026.pdf?handle=7896949B811B4CA3862ACB28FE81CC69",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://tay.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=600"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-04",
   "body": "Heritage Committee",
   "headline": "Tay Heritage Committee to review terms of reference and youth contest",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://tay.civicweb.net/document/51010/Heritage%20Committee%20-%2004%20Aug%202026.pdf?handle=A24BBD7175514ACE9BB5DF37C86C4AAD",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://tay.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=486"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-27",
   "body": "Council Information Package",
   "headline": "Council receives information package with community funding requests",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://tay.civicweb.net/document/50962/Council%20Information%20Package%20-%2027%20Jul%202026.pdf?handle=2A08C707EADD4D6EBCE57B3C92A991A5",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://tay.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=598"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-22",
   "body": "Council",
   "headline": "Council to rezone 466 Fifth Avenue and adopt dog control bylaw",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://tay.civicweb.net/document/50837/Council%20-%2022%20Jul%202026.pdf?handle=2DEBEB54149D45D9AB511641E0DE1DEB",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://tay.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=472"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-22",
   "body": "Planning Public Meeting",
   "headline": "Tay Township to consider housekeeping changes to zoning by-law",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://tay.civicweb.net/document/50835/Planning%20Public%20Meeting%20-%2022%20Jul%202026.pdf?handle=F59AC38CE06A4F2CBFBD0F28DCB2796D",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://tay.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=588"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-22",
   "body": "Special Council - Development Charges Complaint Hearing",
   "headline": "Council to hear Development Charges complaint for Wye Heritage Marine Resort",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://tay.civicweb.net/document/50833/Special%20Council%20-%20Development%20Charges%20Complaint.pdf?handle=F8E4F746840147A6B31BFFC92BB1D675",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://tay.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=589"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-20",
   "body": "Council Information Package",
   "headline": "Additional recycling carts to be delivered to Tay residents starting August 3",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://tay.civicweb.net/document/50898/Council%20Information%20Package%20-%2020%20Jul%202026.pdf?handle=620ABA0A71B849D6AB0574A1FCC881B9",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://tay.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=597"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-15",
   "body": "Committee of Adjustment",
   "headline": "Committee of Adjustment discusses accessory structure and home additions",
   "summary": "The Committee of Adjustment will review two minor variance applications. One involves increasing lot coverage for an accessory structure at 167 Mitchells Beach Road, and the other concerns a dwelling addition at 112 Sunview Lane.",
   "agenda_url": "https://tay.civicweb.net/document/50560/Committee%20of%20Adjustment%20-%2015%20Jul%202026.pdf?handle=57BC5DED925C4864B1FA431E35D4FB5C",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://tay.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=501"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-14",
   "body": "Horticulture Committee",
   "headline": "Horticulture Committee to review budget and plan Remembrance Day garden",
   "summary": "The Horticulture Committee will review its budget, discuss purchasing additional daffodils, and make plans for a Remembrance Day garden. A roundtable discussion and review of correspondence are also on the agenda.",
   "agenda_url": "https://tay.civicweb.net/document/50670/Horticulture%20Committee%20-%2014%20Jul%202026.pdf?handle=1523C75B009440FCBC1FA1F00FC1F551",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://tay.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=513"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-13",
   "body": "Council Information Package",
   "headline": "County of Simcoe declares intimate partner violence an epidemic",
   "summary": "This Council Information Package includes correspondence and resolutions for council's information only; no decisions are being made. Notable items include a County of Simcoe resolution declaring intimate partner violence an epidemic, a joint advisory on a housing program for homeless veterans at CFB Borden, and a survey on food waste and green cart use. Also included are a Legion branch postponing its centenary celebration and a thank-you letter from a local school.",
   "agenda_url": "https://tay.civicweb.net/document/50685/Council%20Information%20Package%20-%2013%20Jul%202026.pdf?handle=957B3155ACB34A0FB680961988BE2CDF",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://tay.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=596"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-07",
   "body": "Heritage Committee",
   "headline": "Tay Heritage Committee to review youth contest and signage projects",
   "summary": "The Heritage Committee is meeting to receive updates from various working groups. Discussions will focus on community outreach and the preservation of local history.",
   "agenda_url": "https://tay.civicweb.net/document/50209/Heritage%20Committee%20-%2007%20Jul%202026.pdf?handle=6C3EDE01AA3C4DCFA1155E1801B54ECE",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://tay.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=586"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-06",
   "body": "Council Information Package",
   "headline": "Province opens application for appointed Simcoe County Head of Council",
   "summary": "This Council Information Package is informational only, with no decisions or votes scheduled. It includes correspondence from the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing regarding the appointment process for a full-time County of Simcoe Head of Council (Warden) with strong chair powers, applications due July 13, 2026. Also included are a regulation amendment on parkland dedication (O. Reg. 207/26), a County release on a Housing Faster planning toolkit, and routine acknowledgments.",
   "agenda_url": "https://tay.civicweb.net/document/50387/Council%20Information%20Package%20-%2006%20Jul%202026.pdf?handle=26306248BE5B441499F186C8E132502A",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://tay.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=591"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-29",
   "body": "Council Information Package",
   "headline": "Tay council reviews new provincial rules restricting strong mayor powers in election years.",
   "summary": "This weekly information package contains no votes, policy changes, or public hearings. Council will review correspondence and advisories from the province, Simcoe County, and neighboring municipalities. Discussions focus on new election-year restrictions for municipal leaders and updates on regional social services.",
   "agenda_url": "https://tay.civicweb.net/document/50083/Council%20Information%20Package%20-%2029%20Jun%202026.pdf?handle=AB4CAECB62574CC7B99B73AB6BBED982",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://tay.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=587"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-24",
   "body": "Council",
   "headline": "Council to select new township logo design",
   "summary": "Council will review and select a shortlisted design for the Township of Tay logo, along with receiving financial statements and hearing delegations on local projects.",
   "agenda_url": "https://tay.civicweb.net/document/49906/Council%20-%2024%20Jun%202026.pdf?handle=ADB67FB554C040D6B923EA3EB0DCBBCF",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://tay.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=471"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-24",
   "body": "Special Council (NT Power AGM)",
   "headline": "Council to vote on NT Power AGM resolutions and financial statements",
   "summary": "Tay Council is acting as sole shareholder of Tay Hydro Inc. to vote on resolutions at the NT Power AGM, including receiving 2025 audited financial statements, appointing auditors KPMG, and electing directors. The meeting also covers a presentation on NT Power's financial performance and the ongoing sale process to Alectra Inc.",
   "agenda_url": "https://tay.civicweb.net/document/49904/Special%20Council%20(NT%20Power%20AGM)%20-%2024%20Jun%202026.pdf?handle=BD92A943B36C4AD7872C5A740146069A",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://tay.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=564"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-22",
   "body": "Council Information Package",
   "headline": "Tay Township invests $37,500 in local healthcare and physician recruitment",
   "summary": "This is a Council Information Package containing correspondence and reports for council review. The most significant item is a $37,500 investment to support the Georgian Bay General Hospital and regional physician recruitment.",
   "agenda_url": "https://tay.civicweb.net/document/50019/Council%20Information%20Package%20-%2022%20Jun%202026.pdf?handle=5020FBF9C69A4A94B941145144A6AEAB",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://tay.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=585"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-18",
   "body": "Tay Township Public Library Board",
   "headline": "Library board to approve May accounts of $8,930",
   "summary": "This is a routine meeting of the Tay Township Public Library Board. Items include approving the agenda, previous minutes, and the May accounts totaling $8,930. Staff will present the May activities report and statistics, and the June newsletter will be received for information.",
   "agenda_url": "https://tay.civicweb.net/document/49748/Tay%20Township%20Public%20Library%20Board%20-%2018%20Jun%202026.pdf?handle=59DC2BD31EF64DEB84B35B380E83DA6E",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://tay.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=546"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-17",
   "body": "Committee of Adjustment",
   "headline": "Committee reviews deck variances, home industry requests, and land severance",
   "summary": "The Committee of Adjustment will consider several development applications. These include a deck setback variance at 550 Second Avenue, a home industry request at 1930 Gratrix Road, and a consent application for 105 Grandview Road.",
   "agenda_url": "https://tay.civicweb.net/document/49753/Committee%20of%20Adjustment%20-%2017%20Jun%202026.pdf?handle=A574F96346CB4A478C456D071A08F836",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://tay.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=500"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-15",
   "body": "Council Information Package",
   "headline": "Ministry updates aggregate resource policies; Tay council informed",
   "summary": "This is a weekly information package containing correspondence and notices for council's information only, with no decisions or votes scheduled. Key items include provincial updates to operational policies under the Aggregate Resources Act, County plans for a workforce conference and expansion of organics collection, and archival and newcomer recognition announcements.",
   "agenda_url": "https://tay.civicweb.net/document/49830/Council%20Information%20Package%20-%2015%20Jun%202026.pdf?handle=34006FED77284443BE1F18E41114D7D8",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://tay.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=584"
  }
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}