Tyendinaga public meetings in 2024
17 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment will review a request from Linda Hume to build a 19.4ft x 12.0ft addition at 31 Young Street, Shannonville. The application seeks to reduce the required front yard setback from 24.6ft to 8.5ft to create a handicap accessible living area and entrance.
- Minor Variance Application #D13-02-2024 for 31 Young Street, Shannonville
- Proposed 19.4ft x 12.0ft addition with a reduced front lot line setback of 8.5ft
- Written opposition from resident Brenda Johnston regarding drainage and snow storage
- No objection reports from Hastings County and Quinte Conservation
Regular Meeting
Tyendinaga Township Council gave final reading to By-laws 81-2024 and 82-2024 to amend the Comprehensive Zoning By-law for the Bates property, and approved By-law 83-2024 establishing new fees and charges. The meeting also included presentations on community events and staff activity reports.
- By-law 81-2024: Amends Comprehensive Zoning By-law No. 03-16 for Bates (D14-35-2024)
- By-law 82-2024: Amends Comprehensive Zoning By-law No. 03-16 for Bates (D14-36-2024)
- By-law 83-2024: Establishes and requires payment of various fees & charges
- By-law 84-2024: Appoints the Committee of Adjustment for 2025
- Public meeting held regarding zoning by-law amendments for Bates property
Regular Meeting
The Tyendinaga Township Council convened a statutory public meeting under the Planning Act to hear comments on four proposed amendments to By-Law 03-16, the township's zoning by-law. Applications reviewed include Carmela Estates Winery (D14-11-2024) and three submissions by Elaine Wendel and 1632370 Ontario Inc. (files D14-32-2024, D14-33-2024, D14-34-2024). The council will not decide at this meeting but will consider the recommendations for a future regular council vote. Additional agenda items covered routine consent items, staff reports on roads and finance, and a notice of motion requesting provincial land‑transfer‑tax and GST redistribution.
- Zoning by‑law amendment D14-11-2024 – Carmela Estates Winery
- Zoning by‑law amendment D14-32-2024 – Elaine Wendel
- Zoning by‑law amendment D14-33-2024 – Elaine Wendel
- Zoning by‑law amendment D14-34-2024 – 1632370 Ontario Inc.
- Staff report: Reopening of Salmon River Road and postponement of pilot project
Regular Meeting
Tyendinaga Township Council adopted By-law 72-2024 to authorize borrowing for fire apparatus capital works and received routine reports on roads, budget, and OPP billing.
- By-law 72-2024: Fire apparatus borrowing authorization
- 2024 OSIM Assessment report
- Operating Budget to Actuals Report as of September 30, 2024
- 2025 OPP Annual Billing Statement
- Quinte Conservation 2025 Preliminary Budget
Special Meeting
Tyendinaga Township Council held a special meeting on November 6, 2024, to confirm the actions taken during the session. The meeting included a closed session regarding personal matters and labour relations, followed by the adoption of By-law 70-2024 to ratify the council's decisions.
- Closed session to discuss personal matters and labour relations
- Adoption of By-law 70-2024 to confirm council proceedings
- Hybrid meeting held at Tyendinaga Township Recreation Hall
Regular Meeting
The Tyendinaga Township Council held a statutory public meeting to review two applications to amend Zoning By-law 03-16 for the Carmela Estates Winery (files D14-10-2024 and D14-11-2024). Council will not decide at the public meeting but will consider the amendments later that evening. The agenda includes first, second and third readings of By-law 69-2024 and By-law 70-2024 to enact the zoning changes. A staff report on the reconsideration of the Milltown Bridge is also presented.
- Public meeting to review Zoning By-law amendment D14-10-2024 (Carmela Estates Winery)
- Public meeting to review Zoning By-law amendment D14-11-2024 (Carmela Estates Winery)
- Written comments received from Hastings County, Quinte Conservation, and Ministry of Transportation
- Adoption of By-law 69-2024 amending Zoning By-law 03-16 for Carmela Estates Winery (D14-10-2024)
- Adoption of By-law 70-2024 amending Zoning By-law 03-16 for Carmela Estates Winery (D14-11-2024)
Regular Meeting
The Township Council will adopt Confirmatory By‑law 68‑2024, finalizing the meeting’s proceedings. Staff reports on the September roads activity, the 2025 budget timetable, and senior/accessible parking will be received. The Public Library Board’s request to use an electronic message board and Zodiac signs for the November 1‑2 Melrose Craft Show will be approved. A statutory public meeting will be held under the Planning Act to hear comments on five zoning by‑law amendment applications (files D14‑27‑2024 to D14‑31‑2024); no decision on those applications will be made at this meeting.
- Adopt Confirmatory By‑law 68‑2024 (final reading, mayor and CAO to sign)
- Staff report: Roads Activity Report September 1‑30, 2024
- Staff report: Budget Timetable and Preparation for 2025
- Library Board request to use electronic message board and Zodiac signs for the 2024 Melrose Craft Show (Nov 1‑2)
- Public meeting on zoning by‑law amendment applications D14‑27‑2024 through D14‑31‑2024 (Fobert and Mike Whalen’s General Carpentry)
Special Meeting
The Tyendinaga Township Council will hold a special meeting to adopt By‑law 67‑2024, which formally confirms the actions taken at this meeting. A closed‑session will be held to discuss personal matters about an identifiable individual under s.239(2)(b). The agenda also includes routine items such as adoption of the agenda and a declaration of pecuniary interest.
- Adopt By‑law 67‑2024 to ratify the Council's actions at the October 2, 2024 special meeting
- Closed‑session discussion of personal matters about an identifiable individual per s.239(2)(b)
- Adoption of the meeting agenda
- Declaration of pecuniary interest by council members
- Land acknowledgement of the Haudenosaunee and Mohawk territories
Regular Meeting
The Township of Tyendinaga will hold a public meeting to review five zoning by-law amendment applications. Council will also consider adopting a Community Risk Assessment and authorizing the sale of retired fire equipment.
- Zoning by-law amendments for Fobert (D14-27-2024, D14-28-2024) and Mike Whalen's General Carpentry (D14-29-2024, D14-30-2024, D14-31-2024)
- Adoption of the Community Risk Assessment (CRA) via By-law 65-2024
- Authorization to sell Old Pumper 801 and Scott 22166 SCBA equipment on GovDeals
- Review of Fire Service Activity Report for August 2024
- Information items regarding Mohawks of the Bay of Quinte Paramedic Base opening
Special Meeting
This special meeting consists primarily of procedural items and a closed session. Council is scheduled to discuss personal matters and potential litigation in private.
- Closed session to discuss personal matters about an identifiable individual
- Closed session to discuss litigation or potential litigation
- By-law 59-2024 to confirm the proceedings of the September 18, 2024 Special Meeting
Regular Meeting
The Tyendinaga Township Council gave first, second and final readings to By-law 56-2024 establishing a policy for unmaintained municipal roads and private lanes, and to By-law 57-2024 limiting the gross vehicle weight on the Milltown Bridge to 10 tonnes. The Council also approved the Winter Operations Plan 2024‑2025 and selected a finance option for a new fire pumper apparatus. By-law 58-2024 was adopted to confirm the council's proceedings. Several staff reports on roads and finance were received for information.
- By-law 56-2024 – Assumption of Unmaintained Municipal Roads and Private Lanes Policy
- By-law 57-2024 – Gross vehicle weight limit of 10 tonnes on Milltown Bridge
- By-law 58-2024 – Confirmatory by-law for council proceedings
- Approval of Fire Pumper Apparatus Finance Options (Option 1, 2, or 3)
- Replacement Options for Milltown Bridge – timber deck replacement in October 2024 and future capital planning
Regular Meeting
The Council will consider approving the 2024-2034 Strategic Plan and a new policy for the assumption of unmaintained municipal roads and private lanes. The meeting includes a public hearing for two zoning by-law amendments regarding properties owned by Chadwick. Council will also discuss infrastructure changes to Queen Street and Milltown Bridge.
- Public meeting for zoning by-law amendments D14-25-2024 and D14-26-2024 (Chadwick)
- Proposed 10-tonne load restriction and potential closure of Milltown Bridge by November 1, 2024
- Proposed removal of sidewalk on Queen Street between York Road and Beach Road
- Approval of the 2024-2034 Strategic Plan
- Approval of Assumption of Unmaintained Municipal Roads and Private Lanes Policy
Regular Meeting
Council will conduct a statutory public meeting to review a proposed zoning by-law amendment for the Babiak application (file D14-24-2024). The meeting also includes reviews of municipal activity reports and several land-use agreements.
- Public meeting for Zoning By-law amendment file D14-24-2024 (Babiak)
- Contract for Employee Group Evaluation, Pay Equity and Compensation Review with Pesce & Associates for $23,800 plus HST
- Mutual Aid Agreement for Fire Protection Services with the Town of Greater Napanee
- By-law 50-2024 to stop up and close a forced road traversing Part of Lot 17, Concession 4
- Encroachment Agreement for 2035 Shannon Road (James Edward Walsh Estate)
Special Meeting
The Tyendinaga Township Council held a special meeting on July 17, 2024. The council adopted By‑law 52‑2024, which formally confirms the motions and resolutions passed at this meeting. The council entered a closed session to discuss a position, plan, procedure, criteria or instruction related to municipal negotiations under s.239(2)(k). The meeting concluded with adjournment.
- Adoption of Confirmatory By‑law 52‑2024 to ratify the meeting’s proceedings
- Closed‑session discussion of s.239(2)(k) negotiation position, plan, or criteria
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment is deciding on a minor variance application for a single-family dwelling on Main Street, which would exceed the maximum building height of 7.5 metres. The applicant, Michael & Janel Whalen, is requesting to build a dwelling with a height of 11 metres. The committee will consider the application and hear comments from the public.
- Minor variance application D13-01-2024 for 11m building height
- Property located on Main Street (formerly Lumber Street), Marysville
Regular Meeting
The Council will hold a statutory public meeting to review zoning amendment applications for properties involving Hongren Jiao and Suzan & Bob DeSnoo. Following the public session, Council will move to give three readings to By-laws 43-2024, 44-2024, and 45-2024. The agenda also includes reports on wayfinding strategies and administrative penalties.
- Zoning by-law amendments for files D14-20-2024, D14-22-2024, and D14-23-2024
- Three readings of By-laws 43-2024, 44-2024, and 45-2024
- Research into Administrative Monetary Penalty By-Law implementation
- Support for Shannonville Agricultural Society liquor license application
- Review of Draft Wayfinding Strategy report
Regular Meeting
The Council will hold a public meeting to review six different zoning by-law amendment applications. They are also considering a pilot project to close part of Salmon River Road to combat illegal garbage dumping. Additionally, the Energy Conservation and Demand Management Plan is up for approval.
- Review of six zoning by-law amendment applications (D14-14-2024 to D14-19-2024)
- Pilot project to close part of Salmon River Road to combat illegal dumping
- Decision regarding maintenance of unmaintained portion of Main Street
- Approval of the Energy Conservation and Demand Management Plan
- Proposed upgrade to Plumb Road Allowance at 7455 Old Highway 2