Trent Hills public meetings in 2024
36 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Council
Council is deciding on the approval of the 2025 Municipal Budget and the 2025 Water and Wastewater Budgets. The meeting also includes discussions on human resources policies, risk management services, and a zoning amendment.
- 2025 Municipal Budget of $27,450,748 with a tax levy requirement of $17,245,999
- 2025 Water Budget of $3,325,960 and Wastewater Budget of $5,689,349
- Severance and Zoning Amendment Application C20/2024 for Jeff and Erin Pettey at 383 11th Line West
- Agreement with Campbellford Lions Club for water service charge support for Lions Community Park
- Adoption of Employee Training and Development (POL-HR-027) and Acknowledgement of Retirement (POL-HR-028) policies
Heritage Advisory Committee
The Heritage Advisory Committee will discuss the selection of a supplier for the Heritage Awareness Plaque Program. The committee is also reviewing listed heritage registry properties to determine which may be designated.
- Selection of a design proposal and supplier for the Heritage Awareness Plaque Program (Report HAC-2024-06)
- Review of listed heritage registry properties to identify potential designated heritage structures (Report HAC-2024-07)
- Proposal to schedule a workshop to confirm significant heritage features of listed structures
- Receipt of correspondence from the Minister of Citizenship and Multiculturalism regarding Ontario's heritage framework
Public Hearings/Public Meetings
Council will hold a public meeting to hear input on proposed changes to the 2025 Building Permit Fee Schedule. Also, three public hearings under the Planning Act will be held for a minor variance and two severance applications. No decisions will be made at this meeting; staff will prepare a recommendation report later.
- Minor variance A03/2024: request to reduce interior side yard setback from 3m to 1.2m at 122 Trentview Drive (Percy)
- Severance consent B30/2024: proposed land severance at Maple Street/130 Maple Street (Campbellford)
- Severance consent B31/2024: proposed land severance at 75 Woodlawn Drive/77 Woodlawn Drive (Percy)
- Public meeting on proposed 2025 Building Permit Fee Schedule revisions
Community Development Advisory Committee
The Community Development Advisory Committee will receive a presentation on a review of parking provisions in Trent Hills, with further discussion scheduled for the next meeting. The committee will also receive updates on Council motions from previous meetings, including those related to downtown revitalization and parking requirements, as well as a verbal update on the Campbellford Mural Strategy. The meeting includes routine approval of previous minutes and agenda.
- Trent Hills Parking Provisions Review presented by planner Cameron Law and Michael Alexander, deferred for further discussion
- Council Motion No. THC-241022-13 re: Downtown Revitalization and Business Development – Parking Requirements received
- Campbellford Mural Strategy verbal update by Community Development Manager Kira Mees
- Council motions from April 2024 meeting (THC-240425-4 through -8) on special event by-law and fees received
- Minutes of April 17, 2024 meeting to be approved
Council
The Trent Hills Council will adopt the agenda and minutes from the November 12 meeting, approve a $12,035 accessibility grant for the public library, and receive staff reports on the 2025 municipal and water‑wastewater budgets. It will consider a speed‑limit reduction study on Old Hastings Road and adopt an amendment to the Proclamation, Lighting and Community Flag Raising Policy. The Council will also approve severance consent applications B24/2024, B25/2024 and B28/2024, along with a zoning amendment (C16/2024) for the same properties.
- Approve $12,035.00 plus HST grant for new automatic front entry at Trent Hills Public Library
- Approve $5,150 Community Improvement Plan funding for 39 Bridge Street East, Campbellford
- Study and possible by‑law for permanent speed reduction to 40 km/h on Old Hastings Road until July 31 2025
- Adopt amendment to Proclamation, Lighting and Community Flag Raising Policy (POL‑ADM‑014)
- Approve Severance Consent Applications B24/2024, B25/2024, B28/2024 and Zoning Amendment C16/2024
Council
Council will consider amendments to Development Charges by-laws, with recalculated fees set to take effect November 15, 2024. Also on the agenda are two Community Improvement Plan grants totaling $9,500, repeal of the private outdoor pool enclosure by-law, and a resolution supporting a shared regional training centre for firefighters.
- Amendments to Development Charges by-laws for highway, fire protection, and parks services (By-laws 2024-109, 2024-110, 2024-111)
- Community Improvement Plan grant up to $5,000 for 39 Doxsee Avenue North, Campbellford
- Community Improvement Plan grant up to $4,500 for 26 Main Street, Warkworth
- Repeal of By-law 2023-072 regulating private outdoor pools and pool enclosures
- Support for a shared Regional Training Centre for Firefighters, per MPP David Piccini's correspondence
Accessibility Advisory Committee
The Trent Hills Accessibility Advisory Committee will receive and consider a draft Accessibility Plan for 2024-2027, a request for an accessibility grant from the Trent Hills Public Library for a new automatic entry system, and a council motion regarding accessibility improvements at the Warkworth Community Medical Centre. The committee may recommend adopting the plan or sending it back for amendments.
- Draft Accessibility Plan 2024-2027 – committee to review and possibly recommend adoption
- Request for Accessibility Grant from Trent Hills Public Library for automatic front entry system at Hastings Library (amount to be determined)
- Council Motion No. THC-240924-14 re: Warkworth Community Medical Centre accessibility improvements – $20,000 financial contribution and $3,000 in-kind glass reception panels
- Approval of minutes from June 22, 2023 meeting
Council
The council will adopt the agenda and approve minutes from recent meetings. It will receive staff reports and approve a loan agreement with the Royal Bank of Canada to fund the Sunny Life Recreation and Wellness Centre. The council will also approve applications for a $150,000 roof repair grant for Warkworth Arena and a $2,773,118 water‑systems fund for Front Street West. Several severance consent and zoning amendment applications are also set for approval.
- Approve loan agreement with Royal Bank of Canada for Sunny Life Recreation and Wellness Centre
- Submit $150,000 grant application for repairs to the Warkworth Arena roof
- Submit $2,773,118 application to the Housing Enabling Water Systems Fund for Front Street West infrastructure
- Approve Severance Consent Application B19/2024 and Zoning Amendment Application C12/2024 for William Thompson
- Approve Severance Consent Applications B22/2024 and B23/2024 for Murray MacLennan and partners
Council
The Trent Hills Council will discuss part lot control exemptions and redline revision requests for McDonald Homes developments. The body is also deciding on a Community Improvement Plan agreement and the appointment of a Treasurer and enforcement officers.
- Part Lot Control Exemption for Homewood Avenue Subdivision (McDonald Homes)
- Redline Revision Request for Draft Plan of Subdivision in Village of Hastings (McDonald Homes)
- By-law 2024-101: Community Improvement Plan agreement for 4 Front Street South, Campbellford
- By-law 2024-102: Appointment of Christina Beaushaw as Treasurer
- By-law 2024-103: Appointment of By-law Enforcement and Provincial Offences Officers
Special Council
Trent Hills Council will hold a Special Council meeting to confirm the proceedings of a meeting held on October 7, 2024. The agenda includes a closed session regarding Water Treatment Plant Operations and the adoption of a confirmation by-law.
- Closed session to discuss Water Treatment Plant Operations
- By-law No. 2024-104 to confirm proceedings of the October 7, 2024 meeting
- Territorial acknowledgement for the Alderville First Nation
Public Hearings/Public Meetings
The Council will hold a statutory public hearing to receive comments on two severance consent applications (B24/2024 and B25/2024) that propose creating two new residential parcels, and a related zoning amendment (C16/2024) that would change the parcels to Rural Residential. No decisions will be made at this meeting; staff will prepare a recommendation after considering public and agency input.
- Severance Consent Applications B24/2024 and B25/2024 – create two 0.925‑hectare parcels at 3241 11th Line East
- Zoning Amendment Application C16/2024 – change new parcels from Rural (RU) to Rural Residential (RR)
- Public comments accepted in person, via Zoom, or in writing before the meeting
- Appeal period of 20 days after a decision, with fees payable to the Ontario Minister of Finance
Council
The Council is reviewing several severance and zoning applications in the Township of Seymour. The meeting also includes decisions on heritage and community improvement funding for properties in Warkworth and Campbellford.
- Heritage grant for exterior restoration at 52 Main Street, Warkworth, up to $8,000
- Community Improvement Plan funding for 4 Front St. S., Campbellford, up to $4,500
- Severance and Rural Residential rezoning for 1179 12th Line West
- Easement application for 7650E and 7650C County Road 50
- Lot addition for parking and storage at 1120 County Road 8
Heritage Advisory Committee
The Trent Hills Heritage Advisory Committee will review draft plaques for two properties and consider a staff recommendation to approve a heritage grant for property repairs. The committee will also discuss a report regarding a property on Doxsee Avenue North.
- Review draft Heritage Awareness Plaque for 89 Albert Street East, Hastings
- Review draft Designation Plaque for 52 Main Street, Warkworth
- Consider approval of Heritage Grant for repairs at 52 Main Street, Warkworth (up to $8,000)
- Review report regarding 79 Doxsee Avenue North, Campbellford
- Receive Council Motion regarding previous committee recommendations
Public Hearings/Public Meetings
The Trent Hills Council will hold a public hearing to receive comments on several severance consent and zoning amendment applications. Items include William Thompson's Severance Consent B19/2024 and Zoning Amendment C12/2024 at 1840 13th Line East, Sunny Life Properties' applications B20, B21 and amendments C13, C14 on Nappan Island Road, and other applications on Maple Street and Oliver Road. No decisions will be made at this meeting; staff will prepare a recommendation report after considering the feedback.
- Severance Consent Application B19/2024 and Zoning Amendment C12/2024 – William Thompson, 1840 13th Line East
- Severance Consent Applications B20/2024, B21/2024 and Zoning Amendments C13/2024, C14/2024 – Sunny Life Properties, Nappan Island Road
- Severance Consent Application B22/2024 – Linda Gay, Maple Street / 91 High Street
- Severance Consent Application B23/2024 – Roxanne O'Dell, Maple Street / 95 High Street
- Zoning Amendment Application C15/2024 – James Steele, Leah Steele, Ken Nicholson, 199 Oliver Road
Council
The Council is reviewing several municipal reports including a Corporate Energy Management Plan and various infrastructure contracts. Items include awards for water treatment plant roof replacement and vertical turbine pumps, alongside multiple land rezoning and severance applications.
- Corporate Energy Management Plan 2024 - 2029
- Fire Communications Tower Agreement with Northumberland County at 184 Country Road 35
- Warkworth Water Treatment Plant Roof Replacement award to ICI Roofing Limited for $57,340.00 plus HST
- Vertical Turbine Pumps award to Interpump Supply Ltd. for $165,921.00 plus HST
- Zoning amendment and severance applications for various properties in Percy Township
Council
Council will consider a report regarding the regulation of firearm discharge within the municipality. They will also review a zoning amendment for expanded Bed & Breakfast provisions and a community improvement funding request.
- Regulation of the Discharge of Firearms within the Municipality of Trent Hills (Report BLD-2024-004)
- Zoning Amendment C08/2024 - Bed & Breakfast Expanded Provisions
- Community Improvement Plan funding request for 3 Dit Clapper Drive, Hastings ($5,000 upset limit)
- Municipal Significance Designation for Hastings Canada Day Celebration
Council
The Council will review the 2023 draft consolidated financial statements and audit documents. Discussions include an official plan amendment for 122 Mill Street and a community improvement plan funding request for 4 Water Street.
- Official Plan Amendment OPA No. 11 regarding 122 Mill Street
- Community Improvement Plan funding request for 4 Water Street up to $2,222
- 2023 Draft Consolidated Financial Statements and Audit Related Documents
- New Building By-law (By-law No. 2024-077)
- Subdivision Agreement with 1865106 Ontario Limited (Nappan Island)
Public Hearings/Public Meetings
The municipality is holding public hearings regarding several land-use proposals. These include a technical severance for an easement on Percy St, a municipally initiated rezoning at 13 Lake Road, and additional severance and zoning applications for property on Concession Road 11 East.
- Severance Consent Application B14/2024: Easement for Orchard Hill Development on Percy St
- Zoning Amendment Application C10/2024: Rezoning of 13 Lake Road from Recreation Commercial to Shoreline Residential
- Severance Consent Application B15/2024: Proposed application for 161 Concession Road 11 East
- Zoning Amendment Application C11/2024: Proposed application for 161 Concession Road 11 East
Council
The Council is reviewing several planning matters including severance applications for residential building and the assumption of roads into the municipal system. They are also considering a rezoning amendment for Division St. W and preparing a notice for the sale and redevelopment of the Hastings Arena lands.
- $267,638.00 for engineering design and survey work on Frank Street and Saskatoon Avenue
- Severance Consent Application B11/2024 (2.30 hectares) at 6th Line West
- Severance Consent Application B12/2024 (1.21 hectares) at 6th Line West
- Assumption of roads into the municipal system at Concession 6 and Meyers Island
- Rezoning of Division St. W from Residential Type 1 to Development Zone
Council
The Council is reviewing several municipal reports including water operational updates and new financial policies. Key discussions involve engineering design services for Frank Street and Saskatoon Avenue, as well as land transfer procedures for a townhouse development in Hastings.
- Engineering design and survey work for Frank Street and Saskatoon Avenue
- Heritage Grant of up to $8,000.00 for 308 Grand Road, Campbellford
- Technical land transfer for Grey Jay Developments Inc. Lock 18 Townhouse Development
- Installation of a yard hydrant for Campbellford Memorial Hospital Healing Garden
- Allocation of $267,637.11 from the Public Works Reserve for road engineering
Public Meeting
The municipality is holding a public meeting to discuss the creation of a by-law regulating firearm discharge. The proposal includes potential prohibitions in urban and rural settlement areas, on municipal property, and near residential dwellings. No final decision will be made during this meeting.
- Proposed prohibition of firearms in Urban and Rural settlement areas
- Proposed prohibition within 300 metres of parks, conservation lands, and places of worship
- Proposed prohibition on parcels smaller than 1.0 hectare
- Proposed prohibition within 150 metres of residential dwellings
- Review of public comments regarding the proposed by-law
Heritage Advisory Committee
The committee is reviewing a heritage grant application for exterior repairs at 308 Grand Road. Members will also discuss potential heritage designation for a property on Doxsee Avenue North and review upcoming heritage training opportunities.
- Heritage Grant Application: Eric and Carla Buss, repair/restoration of Gables, Soffit, Facia, Exterior Doors at 308 Grand Road, Campbellford (recommendation: 50% of cost up to $8,000.00)
- Inquiry regarding heritage designation for the barn at 79 Doxsee Avenue North, Campbellford
- 2024 Ontario Heritage Conference, June 13 to 15, 2024
Council
The meeting includes reviewing new fees for special events and approving several land severance applications. Council will also receive reports regarding 2024 tax rates and a sidewalk rehabilitation bid.
- Awarding $102,937.50 contract to JT Concrete Ltd. for sidewalk removal and rehabilitation
- Establishing $500 fee for paid admission special events effective September 1, 2024
- Adopting a new Draft Special Event By-law
- Approving severance consent for property at 13437 County Road 29
- Approving severance applications and zoning amendment for 3699 10th Line East
Community Development Advisory Committee
The Community Development Advisory Committee is reviewing a draft Special Event Permit By-law. The committee is also considering several proposed fees for free admission events, paid admission events, and the designation of events of municipal significance.
- Draft Special Event Permit By-law
- Proposed fee for Free Admission Special Events with attendance over 1,000 people
- Proposed fee for Paid Admission Special Events
- Proposed fee for Designation of Event of Municipal Significance
Council
The Council is reviewing a $2,641,065 application for water infrastructure in Hastings and a $100,000 allocation for studies regarding a new consolidated operations facility. The agenda also includes a contract award for electrical upgrades at the Campbellford Wastewater Pump Station #2 and an operating agreement for the Campbellford Outdoor Pool.
- $2,641,065 application for water infrastructure on Front Street West in Hastings
- $125,580 contract award for Campbellford Wastewater Pump Station #2 upgrades
- $100,000 allocation for studies regarding a new Consolidated Operations Facility
- $24,870 agreement with YMCA Northumberland for the Campbellford Outdoor Pool
- Endorsement of the Trent Hills Active Transportation and Trails Plan
Public Hearings/Public Meetings
The municipality is holding public hearings regarding two land severance applications on 6th Line West in Seymour Township to create new residential lots. Council will also review a municipality-initiated zoning amendment for Division Street West in Hastings. No final decisions will be made during this meeting as the purpose is to receive public and agency feedback.
- Severance Consent Applications B11/2024 and B12/2024 (6th Line West)
- Zoning Amendment Application C09/2024 (Division Street West)
Council
The Council is considering a contract award for Hastings Wastewater Treatment Facility upgrades and financing for the Nappan Island Bridge Rehabilitation Project. The agenda also includes reviewing annual reports on building permit fees and reserve funds, as well as approving severance applications for County Road 45.
- Awarding CIMA+ $678,205.00 plus HST for Hastings WWTF Upgrades Design and Contract Administration
- Allocating $100,000 from the 2024 budget for wastewater project investigative studies
- Financing the Nappan Island Bridge Rehabilitation Project with an amended amount of $912,000.00
- Approving severance consent and zoning amendments for 11404 County Road 45
- Receiving the 2023 Annual Report on Building Permit Fees and Costs
Council
The Trent Hills Council is reviewing reports on drinking water quality and police service board changes. The meeting also includes decisions on heritage grant increases and special charges for road construction.
- Awarding $421,445.00 contract to Winslow Gerolamy Motors Limited for a tandem plow truck
- Increasing the Trent Hills Heritage Grant Program maximum amount to $8,000.00
- Appointing community members and Councillor Pope to the Northumberland OPP Detachment Board
- Allocating $4,000.00 toward the new Northumberland OPP Detachment Board
- Implementing special charges for Pollock Road construction via By-law No. 2024-039
Public Hearings/Public Meetings
The meeting includes public hearings for several property severance and zoning amendment applications. Council will also review a municipally initiated amendment regarding bed and breakfast provisions and nuisance by-laws. No final decisions are scheduled during this session.
- Severance and zoning amendments for 3699 10th Line East (B08/2024, B09/2024, C05/2024)
- Severance and zoning amendments for 383 11th Line West (B10/2024, C06/2024)
- Zoning amendment for 4 Front Street South (C07/2024)
- Municipality-wide zoning amendment regarding bed and breakfasts and nuisance by-laws (C08/2024)
Heritage Advisory Committee
The Trent Hills Heritage Advisory Committee will review recommendations to designate 52 Main Street, Warkworth and 280 Grand Road, Campbellford as properties of cultural heritage value or interest. Members will also discuss a staff report on the Burnley Creek Bridge Rehabilitation and consider increasing the maximum Heritage Grant Program award to $8,000.00 for Council approval. As an advisory body, all recommendations are forwarded to municipal Council for final decision.
- Recommendation to designate 52 Main Street, Warkworth as culturally valuable
- Recommendation to designate 280 Grand Road, Campbellford as culturally valuable
- Staff report on Burnley Creek Bridge Rehabilitation and archaeological assessment checklist
- Proposal to increase the maximum Heritage Grant Program award to $8,000.00 for Council consideration
- Review of a new Code of Conduct for Council members and advisory bodies
Council
The Council will discuss starting a public consultation process regarding the regulation of firearm discharge within the municipality. The agenda also includes a road assumption in Seymour and property rezoning in Campbellford.
- Proposed public consultation on regulating firearm discharge
- Assumption of a portion of road into the municipal system in Seymour
- Severance and rezoning for 57/59 Kent Street, Campbellford
- $1,393.28 fund application for Hastings Historical Society artifact storage
Community Development Advisory Committee
The Community Development Advisory Committee is reviewing several municipal policies. Members are continuing their review of the Designation of Event of Municipal Significance Policy and the Special Event Permit By-law.
- Review of Code of Conduct for Members of Council and Advisory Bodies (By-law 2024-021)
- Review of Designation of Event of Municipal Significance Policy
- Review of Special Event Permit By-law
Council
Trent Hills Council will consider decommissioning the outdoor pool at 21 Ranney Street after the 2024 season. The meeting also includes decisions on approving a development charges study and updating the municipal code of conduct. Additionally, council will review water system reports and a request from the Percy Agricultural Society to waive seasonal water service fees.
- Decommissioning the outdoor pool at 21 Ranney Street after the 2024 season
- Awarding calcium chloride supply contracts to Road Maintenance Equipment & Services Inc. and Miller Paving Limited
- Approving the 2023 Development Charges Background Study and capital project list
- Heritage designation by-laws for 52 Main Street, Warkworth and 280 Grand Road, Campbellford
- Updating the Code of Conduct for Council members and advisory bodies
Public Hearings/Public Meetings
The municipality will conduct public hearings regarding multiple severance consent and zoning amendment applications. These items include residential lot splits in Campbellford and various proposals within the Township of Percy.
- Severance and zoning amendment for 57/59 Kent Street, Campbellford
- Severance and zoning amendment for 11404 County Road 45, Township of Percy
- Severance and zoning amendment for County Road 45, Township of Percy
- Severance and zoning amendment for 501 Concession 13 E, Township of Percy
- Severance consent for 13437 County Road 29, Township of Percy
Council
The Council is considering a physician recruitment agreement for the Family Health Organization. Members will also decide on a $10,000 funding request from The Bridge Hospice Foundation. Other items include property tax write-offs and zoning amendments.
- Physician Retention and Recruitment Agreement for 2024
- $10,000 matching campaign request from The Bridge Hospice Foundation
- Severance and rezoning applications for 2518 13th Line East
- Write-off of uncollectible property taxes totaling $6,723.36
Council
The Council is reviewing proposed development charges and the Official Plan Review process. Key items include approving the 2024 Campbellford BIA budget and a funding request for a property in Hastings. The meeting also addresses several municipal by-laws regarding water rates and road assumptions.
- Pre-approval of $420,000 for a Tandem Plow/Sander Truck replacement in 2025
- Approval of the $51,500 budget for the 2024 Campbellford BIA
- Extension of Whitehorse Subdivision draft approval to December 31, 2026
- $1,425 funding request approved for 3 Bridge Street S., Hastings
- Public meeting regarding Proposed Development Charges By-law and Background Study