Warwick public meetings in 2025
36 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Regular Council
Warwick Township Council will meet to approve water-sewer rate changes, zoning amendments, and a flexible work policy. The session will also include a closed meeting regarding security, personnel, and litigation.
- By-law 77 of 2025 - Amending Water-Sewer Rates
- By-law 79 of 2025 - Zoning Amendment
- By-law 80 of 2025 - Zoning Amendment
- CAO-06-25 - Flexible Working Arrangements
- In-Camera Session regarding security, personnel, and litigation
Special Council - BUDGET
Warwick Township Council will present the proposed 2026 budget and consider a municipal resolution that backs the Long-Term Capacity Services Project under the IESO LT2(c-1) request for proposals. The resolution satisfies a mandatory requirement for municipal support and does not constitute project approval. The budget includes a recommended 5% property tax increase expected to raise $156,000 in additional revenue. By‑law 76 of 2025 will be read and formally passed.
- Presentation of the proposed 2026 Budget by CAO/Treasurer Trevor Jarrett
- Adoption of a municipal resolution supporting the Long-Term Capacity Services Project proposal (IESO LT2(c-1) RFP)
- Proposed 5% property tax increase projected to generate an additional $156,000
- By‑law 76 of 2025 to be read and passed
- Acknowledgement of ancestral lands and commitment to Indigenous reconciliation
Regular Council
Warwick Township Council approved a Section 78 improvement for the Smith‑Hollingsworth Drain after rejecting a request to abandon part of it. The council also approved drainage work for the Lucas Drain and the Vance Award Drain, each requiring a 30‑day notice to the St. Clair Region Conservation Authority and a new report by Spriet Associates before work can begin. Additional actions included passing By‑laws 70‑75 of 2025, adopting the 2026 council and committee meeting calendar, and approving façade and signage grants for 494 Front Street.
- Reject abandonment and approve Section 78 improvement of Smith‑Hollingsworth Drain
- Approve Lucas Drain improvements under Section 78 with 30‑day notice and Spriet Associates report
- Approve Vance Award Drain improvements under Section 4 with 30‑day notice and Spriet Associates report
- Approve façade improvement grant $12,308.00 and signage grant $3,940.24 for 494 Front Street, conditional on a Letter of Undertaking
- Adopt 2026 Council and Committee meeting calendar as presented in report CL‑06‑25
Parks and Recreation Committee
The committee is meeting to receive and file a departmental update report. The report covers ongoing capital projects, staffing requests for 2026, and the development of a Sports Wall of Fame at the East Lambton Community Complex.
- Insurance claim of $177,952.00 for ball diamond light standards and wind netting
- Estimated $150,000 for library foundation repairs and $200,000 for Watford playground replacement
- Approval of $125,000 grant for Centennial Park accessible playground replacement
- Proposed 2026 staffing requests for 3 additional summer students and 1 part-time year-round employee
- Installation of Warwick Village Christmas lights using $3,500-$4,000 in funding and a $4,000 donation
Warwick Township Cemetery Board
The Warwick Township Cemetery Board will meet to review previous minutes, discuss the layout at Warwick Cemetery, and address feedback from Decoration Day. The agenda includes a notice of increased prices for columbarium plaques and requests from two individuals to sell graves back to the Board.
- Review of previous meeting minutes
- Update on Watford Cemetery map corrections
- Layout at Warwick Cemetery
- Feedback on Decoration Day and planning for 2026
- Notice of increased price for columbarium plaques
Heritage & Historical Committee
The Heritage & Historical Committee met to receive updates on museum revitalization, collections, and outreach activities. A verbal update reported the Old Fire Hall Museum project is nearing completion, with countertops ordered and plumbing still to be finished. The committee also heard about pest‑management work on the bell tower, a review of the collections policy, and interest in a future screening of the Story of Farmerettes. No formal decisions were recorded; items were noted for follow‑up at future meetings.
- Old Fire Hall Museum project: countertops ordered, plumbing still pending (verbal update)
- Bell tower pest management: Orkin contracted to clean, spray, and seal the tower
- Collections policy review: committee to examine and bring questions to next meeting
- Story of Farmerettes screening: interest gauged, not scheduled at this time
- School Archive Room viewing scheduled for October 10, 2025 (time TBD)
Regular Council
Warwick Township Council will review the 2025 Annual Review of the Twin Creeks Landfill and decide on several community grants. The body is also considering a construction contract for Thomas Drain No. 1 and the abandonment of a segment of the Collins Drain South Branch.
- Contract award to Van Bree Infrastructure for Thomas Drain No. 1 2025 Construction for $91,704.80
- Façade Improvement Grant of $12,308.00 and Façade Signage Grant of $3,940.24 for 494 Front Street
- Partnership agreement for 2026 Watford Summer Market including $1,000 budget for staffing and promotion
- By-law 68 of 2025 to abandon a segment of the Collins Drain South Branch
- Review of the TRT 2025 WM Twin Creeks Landfill Annual Review
Parks and Recreation Committee
The Parks and Recreation Committee accepted its October 22 update report, approved a recommendation for a 50% rental fee reduction for the Upper Arena Hall to support a St. Peters Canisus school fundraiser on November 8, 2025, and denied a vending‑machine application. The meeting also included updates on replacing the sleigh in Sunken Gardens, ball‑diamond lights and wind netting, a tender for library foundation repairs, and a proposed wall‑of‑Fame location in the East Lambton Community Complex.
- 50% fee reduction for Upper Arena Hall rental for St. Peters Canisus fundraiser on Nov 8, 2025
- Denial of vending‑machine request
- Replacement of the sleigh in Sunken Gardens this year
- Replacement of ball‑diamond lights and wind netting after storm damage (insurance claim completed)
- Tender issued for library foundation repairs (cost to be provided at 2026 budget)
Regular Council
Warwick Township Council will approve a contract for internet voting services and read three by-laws to first, second, and third time. The meeting also includes a closed session and a delegation regarding a zoning amendment.
- Accepts internet voting proposal from Simply Voting Inc. for $20,551.73
- Reads By-law 58 of 2025 - Community Improvement Plan
- Reads By-law 65 of 2025 - Zoning Amendment
- Reads By-law 66 of 2025 - Confirming By-law
- Delegation on Zoning Amendment - Vanden Ouwelands
Special Council
Council is meeting to tour municipal facilities to assist with budget deliberations. The meeting also includes the passing of a confirming by-law for previous resolutions.
- Tour of Municipal facilities for budget deliberations
- By-law 64 of 2025 to confirm resolutions and motions adopted up to October 16, 2025
Committee of Adjustment
The Warwick Township Committee of Adjustment approved a minor variance (Application A-04-25) for a farm dwelling severance and approved the related severance (Application B-02-25). Both approvals are subject to a series of conditions, including a $250.00 fee for deed stamping and requirements for drainage, road access, septic assessment, and a change‑of‑use permit. The meeting also included routine items such as call to order, conflict‑of‑interest disclosures, and approval of previous minutes.
- Application A-04-25 – minor variance to reduce farm frontage to ~78.85 m
- Application B-02-25 – severance of farm parcel with multiple conditions
- Fee of $250.00 payable to the Township for stamping final deeds
- Requirement for applicant to enter drainage assessment agreement with the Township
- Requirement for septic assessment, change‑of‑use permit, and road access verification
Regular Council
Warwick Township Council will approve 2026 public service hours and a $20,000 grant for a local business. The meeting also includes a delegation on a community plan and a closed session on potential litigation.
- Approve 2026 public service hours
- Authorize $20,000 grant to Yai Yai's Kitchen
- Receive electric zamboni donation from Bluewater Power
- Delegation on updated Community Improvement Plan
- Closed session on potential litigation
Special Council
Warwick Township Council will tour municipal roads to help with budget planning and is set to approve a contract for repairing the Site 40 concrete bridge on Bethesda Road. The council also plans to amend procedural rules regarding delegations and confirm previous council actions.
- Award Site 40 Rehabilitation contract to Vandenberk Construction Inc. for $37,301.15
- Tour of municipal roads to assist with budget deliberations
- Amend Procedural By-law 85 of 2022 to restrict certain delegation topics
- Confirm By-law 62 of 2025 to validate previous council resolutions
- Descoped guardrail work to be carried forward to 2026
Regular Council
Warwick Township Council will discuss a zoning amendment application and the Auld-Redmond Drain. The body is also deciding on the procurement of a snow basket attachment and updating 2026 public service hours.
- Zoning Amendment By-Law 59 of 2025
- Auld-Redmond Drain By-Law 57 of 2025 (1st and 2nd reading)
- Procurement of an AMI snow basket attachment (PW-19-25)
- Ice Rate Update Fee Schedule (By-Law 55 of 2025)
- 2025 Holiday Customer Service Levels and 2026 Hours Open to the Public (CAO-04-25)
Heritage & Historical Committee
The Heritage & Historical Committee received updates on the Old Fire Hall Museum project, noting countertops have been ordered and plumbing work remains. They also heard that Orkin completed pest removal and sealing of the bell tower. The committee discussed interest in screening the film "Story of Farmerettes" and reviewed the current collections policy, planning to bring any questions to the next meeting. A viewing of the school archive room is scheduled for October 10, 2025.
- Old Fire Hall Museum project: countertops ordered, plumbing pending
- Orkin pest removal contract for bell tower: birds and droppings removed, tower sealed
- Discussion of potential screening of "Story of Farmerettes"
- Review of Collections Policy with questions to be raised at next meeting
- Scheduled viewing of school archive room on October 10, 2025
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment approved a minor variance (Application A-03-25) that reduces the Minimum Distance Separation II setback from 249 m to 235.7 m for a new livestock barn and manure storage on the De Koning property. The meeting also considered a notice of public hearing for Application A-04-25 (Logan) to sever a surplus farm dwelling, and Application B-02-25 (Logan). Standard items such as disclosure of a conflict of interest and approval of previous meeting minutes were also addressed.
- Approved minor variance A-03-25: setback reduced from 249 m to 235.7 m for livestock barn (De Koning)
- Notice of public hearing for Application A-04-25 – minor variance to sever surplus farm dwelling (Logan)
- Application B-02-25 – Logan (no further details provided)
- Approval of minutes from the March 4, 2025 Committee of Adjustment meeting
- Councillor Wayne Morris declared a conflict of interest and left the table
Parks and Recreation Committee
The Warwick Parks and Recreation Committee reviewed its update report and discussed several topics, including BMX park access, summer student staffing, and park fee alignment. It moved two motions: to file the P&R-15-25 update report and to decline moving forward with a vending‑machine proposal for the East Lambton Community Complex. The committee also noted upcoming capital projects and holiday‑lights fundraising for the next meeting.
- Vending‑machine proposal for East Lambton Community Complex rejected (motion carried).
- Discussion of removing the BMX park gate to allow public access.
- Consideration of additional summer horticulture students for the 2026 budget.
- Review of current Parks & Recreation fees for service, with further analysis planned.
- Talk of 2026 capital projects and a potential sports hall of fame, deferred to future meetings.
Special Council
Warwick Township Council will meet to develop a strategy regarding the proposed Twin Creeks Landfill expansion. The meeting includes a closed session for solicitor-client privilege and negotiations, followed by the passing of By-law 52 of 2025 to confirm previous council actions.
- Discussion on Twin Creeks Landfill expansion strategy
- Closed session for solicitor-client privilege and negotiations
- Passing of By-law 52 of 2025 to confirm council actions
- Council commitments and verbal reports
- Acknowledgement of ancestral lands
Regular Council
Warwick Township Council will vote on a 2.5% cost‑of‑living wage adjustment for employees effective August 1, 2025. The council will also adopt a new purchasing policy, update the signing‑cheques by‑law, approve a website redevelopment agreement with LOOP, and authorize a $41,747.80 contract for Ross Hall drain maintenance. Additional items include installing two stop signs at the St. Clair/McGregor intersection.
- Approve 2.5% cost‑of‑living wage adjustment for 2025 (effective August 1)
- Adopt new Purchasing Policy by‑law (F‑03‑25)
- Update Signing Cheques By‑law for amounts under $10,000 (F‑04‑25)
- Authorize website redevelopment contract with LOOP (P&D‑16‑25)
- Award Ross Hall Drain Maintenance contract to Bruce Poland & Sons Trucking Inc for $41,747.80 (excluding HST)
Warwick Township Cemetery Board
The Warwick Township Cemetery Board will discuss preparations for Decoration Day services and review the current memorial program. The meeting includes updates on a donation for Warwick Cemetery beautification and a mapping error at Watford Cemetery.
- Review of draft programs for Decoration Day services
- Notice of services to be placed in Petrolia Independent on August 21 and 28
- Update on donation for Warwick Cemetery beautification
- Update on Watford Cemetery map error
- Review of current Memorial Program
Regular Council
Warwick Township Council will vote on several drainage petitions, including creating a new municipal drain that starts at the Brown‑Jarriott Drain outlet and flows to Bear Creek, and another that starts at the Watford water tower and flows to Brown Creek. The council will also approve improvements to the Klemm‑Bryson Drain under the Drainage Act, adopt the presented Accounts Payable, and read and pass By‑Laws 26‑43 of 2025 covering drain maintenance, a tax levy, and other matters.
- Accept petition to create new municipal drain to Bear Creek (Brown‑Jarriott Drain outlet)
- Accept petition to create new municipal drain to Brown Creek (from Watford water tower)
- Approve improvements to Klemm‑Bryson Drain under Section 78 of the Drainage Act
- Approve Accounts Payable as presented
- Read and pass By‑Laws 26‑43 of 2025, including multiple drain maintenance by‑laws and Tax Levy By‑Law
Special Council
Warwick Township Council will consider three business items: waiving the township's 50% share of vendor fees for first‑time vendors at the Watford Summer Market, contracting All Seasons Excavating for $3,950 plus HST to re‑grade BMX Bike Park berms, and awarding JLH Excavating Inc a $27,972.50 contract (excluding HST) for Sisson Drain Maintenance. The council will also move to an In Camera session and reconvene in open session. By‑law 25 of 2025 will be read and passed.
- Waive 50% of the township’s vendor fee for first‑time vendors at the Watford Summer Market
- Contract All Seasons Excavating to re‑grade BMX Bike Park berms at a cost of $3,950.00 plus HST
- Award JLH Excavating Inc the contract for Sisson Drain Maintenance for $27,972.50 (excluding HST)
- Motion to hold an In Camera session under Section 239 of the Municipal Act
- Read and pass By‑law 25 of 2025
Regular Council
Warwick Township Council approved a $5 per hour increase to the ice‑rental fee for the 2025/2026 season, effective September 1, 2025, and updated the Comprehensive User Fee and Charges By‑law. The council also approved the purchase of a 2025 MetalFab rescue truck, reimbursement of costs for DZ licensing to firefighters, and new recreation fee‑waiver and assistance programs. By‑laws 014, 022, 023 and 024 of 2025 were read and passed. Additional routine items such as minutes approval, accounts, and scheduled meetings were addressed.
- Approve $5/hour ice‑rental fee increase for 2025/2026 season and update fee by‑law
- Approve purchase of a 2025 MetalFab rescue truck
- Approve reimbursement of costs for DZ licensing to firefighters
- Approve amended Fee Waiver/Reduction form and launch Everyone Plays recreation fee assistance program
- Read and pass By‑law 014 (Thomas Drain No. 1) third reading and By‑laws 022‑024 first/second/third readings
Warwick Township Cemetery Board
The Warwick Township Cemetery Board approved a $20,000 budget line for repairs to the Watford Cemetery building. It also renewed the Cemetery Grass Cutting Agreement with 4M Services for the second year of a three‑year contract. The board voted to hold both Warwick and Watford Cemetery Decoration Days on the last Sunday in August and authorized new signage for the event. Additional items included a groundwater monitoring request for the Watford Cemetery well and an annual tour of township cemeteries.
- Approval of $20,000 budget allocation for Watford Cemetery building repairs
- Renewal of the Cemetery Grass Cutting Agreement with 4M Services for year 2
- Adoption of a joint Decoration Day for Warwick and Watford Cemeteries on the last Sunday in August
- Authorization for new Decoration Day signage at both cemeteries
- Correspondence regarding 2025 semi‑annual groundwater monitoring at the Watford Cemetery well
Regular Council
Warwick Township Council approved the minutes from the April 7 meeting, financial reports, and several motions. The council authorized a $716,419.27 contract for Brick Yard Line rehabilitation, approved a fire services agreement with Brooke‑Alvinston, and adopted the 2025‑2029 Multi‑Year Accessibility Plan. It also approved the Gilliland‑Geerts Drain improvements and appointed members to two Courts of Revision. The meeting concluded with an in‑camera session and the passage of By‑law 21 of 2025.
- Approve Brick Yard Line Rehabilitation contract with 1197245 Ontario Limited o/a Sev‑Con Paving for $716,419.27 (excl. HST)
- Approve Gilliland‑Geerts Drain improvements and require Spriet Associates report after 30‑day notice
- Approve Fire Services Agreement with Brooke‑Alvinston and adopt By‑law 18 of 2025
- Approve 2025‑2029 Multi‑Year Accessibility Plan
- Appoint members to the Court of Revision for the Kernohan‑O'Donnell Drain and the Logan Drain
Regular Council
Warwick Township Council will discuss a road rehabilitation contract and a fire services agreement with Brooke-Alvinston. The body is also set to approve a multi-year accessibility plan and a 2024 compliance report.
- Contract award to 1197245 Ontario Limited o/a Sev-Con Paving for Brick Yard Line Rehabilitation for $716,419.27 (excluding HST)
- Approval of Fire Agreement with Brooke-Alvinston and By-law 18 of 2025
- Approval of 2025-2029 Multi-Year Accessibility Plan
- Approval of 2024 Annual Accessibility Compliance Report
- Delegation from Ontario Clean Water Agency regarding Watford Lagoon: IPEX Aeration Pilot
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment will meet to discuss a minor variance application for a new livestock barn and manure storage. The body will determine if the proposed construction can be closer to a residential property than currently permitted.
- Application A-03-25 (Alex De Koning): Request to reduce Minimum Distance Separation (MDS) to 235.7m from a required 249m at 8289 Egremont Road
Regular Council
Warwick Township Council will adopt internet voting as an alternative method for the 2026 election and will join a joint request for proposals with other Lambton County municipalities. The council also approved new street names for the Richfield West subdivision and a $1470 sidewalk‑maintenance agreement with Lambton County Development Services. Additional items included readings of the Thomas Drain No. 1 by‑law and receipt of a peer‑review report on the Twin Creeks landfill expansion.
- Authorize internet voting for the 2026 municipal election and joint RFP for a service provider (CL-03-25)
- Approve new street names “Rosalie Lane” and “Clayton Walk” at 308 St. Clair Street in Richfield West subdivision
- Approve LCDS Downtown Sidewalk Maintenance Agreement with Lambton County Development Services for $1470 plus HST
- Read and pass By‑law 14 of 2025 – Thomas Drain No. 1 (first and second reading)
- Receive Peer Review Team draft report on the Twin Creeks Landfill Optimization Project for information
Special Council
Warwick Township Council will hear a presentation from Jesse Auspitz and Joe Nethery of Niagara Planning Solutions on a zoning by-law review. Staff will recommend maintaining the current parking direction by-law (PW-08-25). The council will consider motions to move into an In Camera session under Section 239 of the Municipal Act and will read and pass By-law 13 of 2025.
- Presentation by Jesse Auspitz and Joe Nethery (Niagara Planning Solutions) on zoning by-law update
- Staff report PW-08-25 recommending the existing parking direction by-law be maintained
- Motion to move into In Camera meeting under Section 239 of the Municipal Act, 2001
- Motion to reconvene in Open Council after In Camera session
- Reading and final passage of By-law 13 of 2025
Regular Council
Warwick Township Council is approving several infrastructure contracts, including a $3,399,985.74 reconstruction of Confederation Line and Sunset Avenue. The council also approves contracts for the Birnam Line asphalt replacement ($633,264) and Kingscourt culvert replacement ($397,570). A Damage Deposit Fee for special and licensed events is added to the Fees for Service By-law, and a gravel supply quote of $18.14 per tonne for 26,000 tonnes is accepted.
- Award L82 Construction Limited the Confederation Line and Sunset Ave Reconstruction contract for $3,399,985.74 (excluding HST)
- Award Dufferin Construction Company the Birnam Line Asphalt Replacement contract for $633,264.00 (excluding HST)
- Award J. L. H. Excavating Ltd. the Kingscourt Culvert Replacement contract for $397,570.00 (excluding HST)
- Approve a Damage Deposit Fee for all special and licensed events at municipal facilities
- Approve McKenzie & Henderson Ltd. quote of $18.14 per tonne to supply and deliver 26,000 tonnes of maintenance gravel
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment will review two applications. One involves a request by Flew The Coop Ltd. to reduce required separation distances for a 20,000-chicken layer hen barn and manure storage, which planning staff recommend refusing.
- Application A-01-25: Request by Flew The Coop Ltd. for a minor variance to reduce Minimum Distance Separation from 279m to 165.3m at 8673 Egremont Road
- Application A-02-25: Application by COZMA
- Approval of December 3, 2024 meeting minutes
Regular Council
Warwick Township Council approved a gravel supply contract and a road reconstruction project, while also setting the agenda for the upcoming 2025 budget discussion.
- Gravel tender approved for $18.14 per tonne
- Confederation Line and Sunset Ave reconstruction contract awarded for $3,399,985.74
- Damage Deposit Fee to be added to municipal facility fees
- 2025 Budget to be lifted from the table
- Special Council meeting time changed to 3:00 p.m.
Committee of Adjustment - 04 Feb 2025 - CANCELLED
The Warwick Township Committee of Adjustment scheduled for February 4, 2025 was cancelled, so no items will be voted on. The agenda listed a notice of public hearing for Application A-06-24 (Bakker) seeking a minor variance to reduce the rear yard setback from 7.0 m to 6.0 m at 8928 Egremont Rd. It also referenced the prior approval of Application A-05-24 (Doyle) for a 7 m tall vehicle storage shed with a $75 septic assessment fee.
- Notice of public hearing for Application A-06-24 – minor variance to reduce rear yard setback to 6.0 m at 8928 Egremont Rd
- Prior approval of Application A-05-24 – tall vehicle storage shed/garage, height 7 m, with $75 septic assessment fee
- Meeting cancellation – no decisions or votes will occur on February 4, 2025
Regular Council
Warwick Township Council will consider several motions, including approving the Social Media Policy update and a liquid calcium contract for unpaved roads. The council will lift the 2025 municipal budget from the table and approve minutes from prior In Camera sessions. By-laws and a confirming by‑law will be read and passed. Standard procedural items such as the GL Report, Accounts Payable and routine correspondence will also be approved.
- Approve P&D-03-25 Social Media Policy and add it to the Corporate Policy Manual
- Approve liquid calcium supply at $0.1175 per litre for 900,000 litres for township roads
- Lift the 2025 Budget from the table for consideration
- Approve In Camera minutes from the January 13, 2025 regular Council meeting and other prior sessions
- Pass By‑law 007 of 2025 (Confirming By‑law) after three readings
Special Council - BUDGET
Warwick Township Council will consider Treasurer Trevor Jarrett's presentation of the proposed 2025 budget, which includes a recommended 5% property tax increase that would generate roughly $153,000 in revenue and draw $286,000 from reserves to cover the operating shortfall. The council will also review a capital budget totaling $4,812,200, with $4,093,125 allocated to major projects and $719,075 for minor works, funded from sources such as a $2.5 M host fee, OCIF formula funding, and reserve balances. Additional agenda items include the reading and passage of By‑law 6 of 2025 and motions to move the meeting in‑camera and then back to open session.
- Presentation of the Proposed 2025 Budget by Treasurer/Deputy CAO Trevor Jarrett
- Recommended 5% property tax increase generating ~$153,000 and a $286,000 reserve draw
- Capital budget of $4,812,200 (Capex $4,093,125, Minor $719,075) with funding sources listed
- By‑law 6 of 2025 to be read three times and passed
- Motion to move into an In Camera session under Municipal Act sections 239(2)(b), (i), (k)
Regular Council
Warwick Township Council will meet to discuss park development concepts and drainage improvements. The body will also vote on five by-laws, including an interim tax levy and a borrowing by-law.
- Endorsement of Centennial Park Revitalization Plan and Concepts
- Approval of McGill Drain improvements under Section 78 of the Drainage Act
- By-law 002 of 2025 - Interim Tax Levy By-law
- By-law 001 of 2025 - Borrowing By-law
- By-law 003 of 2025 - Amending Consolidated Comprehensive User Fee and Charges By-Law Schedule 'E'