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 "city": "Warwick",
 "state": "Ontario",
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 "attribution": "MyTown / The Boring Parts — CC BY 4.0. Summaries AI-generated from official sources.",
 "license": "https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/",
 "generated": "2026-07-26",
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  {
   "date": "2026-07-27",
   "body": "Regular Council",
   "headline": null,
   "summary": null,
   "agenda_url": "https://warwick.civicweb.net/document/123955/Regular%20Council%20-%2027%20Jul%202026.pdf?handle=201C73B2E088461E91AD5F853E5458E3",
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   "source": "https://warwick.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1325"
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  {
   "date": "2026-07-08",
   "body": "Heritage & Historical Committee",
   "headline": "County library revitalization update and Old Watford water tower discussion",
   "summary": "The Heritage & Historical Committee will receive an update on the Library Revitalization Project from the County of Lambton's Deputy CAO. The committee will also discuss a citizen inquiry regarding the Old Watford Water Tower. Sub-committee reports include progress on the Old Firehall Museum renovation, a concrete lower-level project, and updates on collections and archives procedures.",
   "agenda_url": "https://warwick.civicweb.net/document/123635/Heritage%20_%20Historical%20Committee%20-%2008%20Jul%202026.pdf?handle=F2D9A8C531BD47F38F095096F8B044DE",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://warwick.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1320"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-06",
   "body": "Regular Council",
   "headline": "Council to decide on $16,000 Churchill Line engineering and three zoning amendments",
   "summary": "This meeting includes public hearings on three zoning amendments (Rombouts, Fullsend Farms, MacDermid). Council will vote on approving up to $16,000 for phase 2 of the Churchill Line Rehabilitation project. Several bylaws are up for final passage, including tax levy, multiple zoning amendments, a drain improvement, and a CUPE agreement. A closed session is scheduled for matters under the Municipal Act.",
   "agenda_url": "https://warwick.civicweb.net/document/123618/Regular%20Council%20-%2006%20Jul%202026.pdf?handle=223FFD1686654201B9FF6472031BE413",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://warwick.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1322"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-17",
   "body": "Parks and Recreation Committee",
   "headline": "Committee to discuss All Access Membership Pass and Rotary sign",
   "summary": "This meeting of the Warwick Parks and Recreation Committee will receive and file the Parks and Recreation Committee Update Report (P&R-13-26), which provides updates on capital projects, staffing, funding applications, and park operations. The committee will also hold a verbal discussion on the Leisure and Recreation All Access Membership Pass, potentially considering fees for drop-in programs. Additionally, there will be discussion of a Rotary sign at Sunken Gardens.",
   "agenda_url": "https://warwick.civicweb.net/document/123276/Parks%20and%20Recreation%20Committee%20-%2017%20Jun%202026.pdf?handle=FF71B811FB754DDB9BE58F3B35766FE3",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://warwick.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1319"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-10",
   "body": "Special Council",
   "headline": "Council to decide on opting out of 'Bring Your Own' alcohol legislation",
   "summary": "This special council meeting will decide whether to opt out of Ontario's 'Bring Your Own' legislation, which would allow residents to bring alcohol to outdoor public events. Council will also consider approving two drain improvement projects (McLellan Drain and Brandon/Huctwith Drain) under the Drainage Act, declaring surplus assets including a 2010 Volvo Tandem and an Olympia Ice Resurfacer, and directing an Official Plan Amendment on surplus farm dwelling severances.",
   "agenda_url": "https://warwick.civicweb.net/document/123196/Special%20Council%20-%2010%20Jun%202026.pdf?handle=4435C36D01A649DBA9A1A16B5E222F6F",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://warwick.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1317"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-14",
   "body": "Warwick Township Cemetery Board",
   "headline": "Board approves purchase of vacant graves from L. Barnes and P. Vail",
   "summary": "The Warwick Township Cemetery Board will discuss Decoration Day scheduling for Sunday, August 30, 2026 at both Warwick and Watford Cemeteries, including a possible extra half‑hour of services. The board will consider requests from K. Griggs and others to sell graves back to the board. It voted to approve the purchase of vacant graves from L. Barnes and P. Vail, conditional on staff confirming the graves are re‑sellable.",
   "agenda_url": "https://warwick.civicweb.net/document/122574/Warwick%20Township%20Cemetery%20Board%20-%2014%20May%202026.pdf?handle=7662D693280B461C81BD57A5569D4B75",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://warwick.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1312"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-08",
   "body": "Committee of Adjustment",
   "headline": "Committee to hear lot line adjustment application B-01-26",
   "summary": "The Committee of Adjustment will consider two applications: a lot line adjustment (B-01-26) by TVA Farms Ltd and a combined minor variance and consent application (A-06-26 & B-03-26) by Flew the Coop. No details are provided for the second application in the agenda. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and other routine business.",
   "agenda_url": "https://warwick.civicweb.net/document/122522/Committee%20of%20Adjustment%20-%2008%20May%202026.pdf?handle=A43EDF6A6A154D9C8ADE79618F856AC7",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://warwick.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1313"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-06",
   "body": "Heritage & Historical Committee",
   "headline": "Committee to discuss Township website and family birth certificate request",
   "summary": "The Heritage & Historical Committee will hear a delegation from the Economic Development and Communications Officer regarding the Township of Warwick website. The committee will also discuss a request to help locate a grandfather's birth certificate. Sub-committee updates include museum revitalization projects and a youth cooking program with a historical component.",
   "agenda_url": "https://warwick.civicweb.net/document/122463/Heritage%20_%20Historical%20Committee%20-%2006%20May%202026.pdf?handle=DBC497DBFA0B48AA9AEB693EAE8615AD",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://warwick.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1314"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-04",
   "body": "Regular Council",
   "headline": "Council to consider Churchill Line rehab and 2026 capital budget",
   "summary": "Council will vote on awarding a contract for the 2026 Churchill Line rehabilitation and on adopting the 2026 Capital Budget by-law. They will also consider a report on ice rental fees for parks and recreation, approve accounts and first quarter variances, and hold a closed session for matters including property, personnel, and litigation.",
   "agenda_url": "https://warwick.civicweb.net/document/122461/Regular%20Council%20-%2004%20May%202026.pdf?handle=39FAB30263E54D34B49BF6B24EAC80D0",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://warwick.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1310"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-17",
   "body": "Committee of Adjustment",
   "headline": "Committee to review three minor variance and consent applications",
   "summary": "The Warwick Committee of Adjustment will hear three applications: A-03-26 (WILLEMSE), A-04-26 (VAN AERT), and A-05-26 & B-02-26 (HOGERVORST). The agenda includes approval of previous minutes and disclosure of interests. No details on the nature of the applications are provided in the agenda.",
   "agenda_url": "https://warwick.civicweb.net/document/122255/Committee%20of%20Adjustment%20-%2017%20Apr%202026.pdf?handle=B01440E470CE4E80910BC468973AED2B",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://warwick.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1309"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-15",
   "body": "Parks and Recreation Committee",
   "headline": "Delegation requests paving of path near dog park",
   "summary": "The Warwick Parks and Recreation Committee will hear a delegation from Jessica Aarts requesting paving of a path near the dog park. The committee will also revisit a tabled item on a designated parking spot for concession stand operators, and receive an update report covering summer student hiring, capital projects, and program cancellations.",
   "agenda_url": "https://warwick.civicweb.net/document/121908/Parks%20and%20Recreation%20Committee%20-%2015%20Apr%202026.pdf?handle=475DC2D794E242DE95B85473C6AF5B2A",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://warwick.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1306"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-13",
   "body": "Regular Council",
   "headline": "Council to vote on $185,698 road rehab contract for Guy, Kelly, William Sts",
   "summary": "Warwick Township Council will consider approving a $185,698.65 road rehabilitation contract for Guy, Kelly, and William Streets, an economic development strategy contract for $70,650, and a sidewalk cleaning agreement renewal. The council also has public hearings on two zoning applications and will accept petitions for a new municipal drain. A closed session is scheduled for matters involving property, personnel, and litigation.",
   "agenda_url": "https://warwick.civicweb.net/document/122029/Regular%20Council%20-%2013%20Apr%202026.pdf?handle=BADD606857D74E82BAA8C075019BA9D8",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://warwick.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1303"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-03-30",
   "body": "Special Council",
   "headline": "Warwick Township Council to hold special meeting on labour relations",
   "summary": "Council will meet for a special session to discuss a matter regarding labour relations or employee negotiations. This item is scheduled for a closed In Camera session.",
   "agenda_url": "https://warwick.civicweb.net/document/121694/Special%20Council%20-%2030%20Mar%202026.pdf?handle=864AD1E3721F4052B269E60D2572E99F",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://warwick.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1304"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-03-23",
   "body": "Special Council",
   "headline": "Council approves $272,295 contract for Auld Redmond Drain construction",
   "summary": "Warwick Township Council will vote to award Van Bree Infrastructure a $272,295.20 contract for the Auld Redmond Drain project. The council will also consider a $75,000 increase to fund traffic signal installation at the Confederation Line and Nauvoo Road intersection. Additional items include approval of accounts payable, reading and passing By‑laws 016 and 017 of 2026, and motions to hold an in‑camera session before reconvening in open council.",
   "agenda_url": "https://warwick.civicweb.net/document/121507/Special%20Council%20-%2023%20Mar%202026.pdf?handle=4A6967F1B61247F19D0F5DDA6B7CCB73",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://warwick.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1300"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-03-18",
   "body": "Parks and Recreation Committee",
   "headline": "Committee to discuss budget for summer staff and approve sports wall of fame design",
   "summary": "The Parks and Recreation Committee will receive a report on department updates, including requests for 6 additional summer students and 1 part-time staff. The committee is also set to approve the design for the new Sports Wall of Fame.",
   "agenda_url": "https://warwick.civicweb.net/document/121413/Parks%20and%20Recreation%20Committee%20-%2018%20Mar%202026.pdf?handle=23E727D4DE754FDAA38841696F3C6B16",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://warwick.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1302"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-03-13",
   "body": "Committee of Adjustment",
   "headline": "Committee to hear consent and variance applications",
   "summary": "The Committee of Adjustment will review a consent application for a lot line adjustment and a minor variance for a residential accessory structure. The meeting will also approve minutes from a previous session.",
   "agenda_url": "https://warwick.civicweb.net/document/121249/Committee%20of%20Adjustment%20-%2013%20Mar%202026.pdf?handle=9B63B8E48829463299B051A87FAA3248",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://warwick.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1299"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-03-09",
   "body": "Regular Council",
   "headline": "Warwick Council to consider zoning amendment and transfer payment agreement",
   "summary": "Warwick Township Council will meet to vote on three by-laws, including a zoning amendment. The body will also review reports on ice extension and a grant, and hold a closed session to discuss land acquisition and litigation.",
   "agenda_url": "https://warwick.civicweb.net/document/121170/Regular%20Council%20-%2009%20Mar%202026.pdf?handle=E20E02736F074CBEBACF98F00B0E9E1B",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://warwick.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1296"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-03-04",
   "body": "Heritage & Historical Committee",
   "headline": "Committee adopts new mission statement for heritage initiatives",
   "summary": "The Heritage & Historical Committee formally adopted its mission statement. It received updates on the museum revitalization project, library improvements, and discussed rules for displays near the cenotaph. The committee also considered a future visit to a brick kiln on Brickyard Line and the use of GIS mapping for heritage sites.",
   "agenda_url": "https://warwick.civicweb.net/document/120889/Heritage%20_%20Historical%20Committee%20-%2004%20Mar%202026.pdf?handle=2941D757184A4050A8FB7FA595B12209",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://warwick.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1295"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-02-23",
   "body": "Regular Council",
   "headline": "Council approves $101,710 library wall repair contract and other key items",
   "summary": "At the February 23, 2026 regular council meeting, Warwick Township Council approved several contracts and motions, including a $101,710 interior wall repair contract for the Watford Library, a $1,016.16 façade signage grant for 5303 Nauvoo Road, and a gravel supply tender at $18.13 per tonne for 26,000 tonnes of maintenance gravel. The council also approved a zoning amendment to the by‑law for 8673 Egremont Road and adopted the 2026 Occupational Health and Safety Policy. Additional approvals covered a liquid calcium application, a public works summer student hire, and community initiatives such as a shredding event and a Sports Wall of Fame program.",
   "agenda_url": "https://warwick.civicweb.net/document/120844/Regular%20Council%20-%2023%20Feb%202026.pdf?handle=565CBD2E1F154D5980BE45B4886197C4",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://warwick.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1289"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-02-17",
   "body": "Special Council",
   "headline": "Council to receive draft peer‑review report on WM landfill expansion project",
   "summary": "At the February 17, 2026 special council meeting, Warwick Township Council will consider a resolution to accept the draft report and recommendations of the Township Peer Review Team on the Waste Management of Canada Corporation’s proposed Twin Creeks Landfill Optimization Project environmental assessment. The resolution also directs staff to forward the draft report and recommendation tracking table to WM for response and to bring the final PRT report and WM’s response to a future meeting for final direction. The agenda also includes the reading and passing of By‑Laws 008‑011 of 2026 (including a signage grant for 5303 Nauvoo Road, an appointment of deputy chiefs, a zoning amendment for 8673 Egremont Road, and a confirming by‑law). Council will vote on moving into an In Camera session under the Municipal Act for personal‑matter and labour‑relation items and then reconvene in open session.",
   "agenda_url": "https://warwick.civicweb.net/document/120695/Special%20Council%20-%2017%20Feb%202026.pdf?handle=AD241174D07B4C51B67665204CAFF08F",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://warwick.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1292"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-01-30",
   "body": "Committee of Adjustment",
   "headline": "Committee to consider severing farm lots",
   "summary": "The Committee of Adjustment will meet to approve minutes from a previous meeting and consider two applications to sever surplus farm dwellings from larger agricultural parcels.",
   "agenda_url": "https://warwick.civicweb.net/document/120519/Committee%20of%20Adjustment%20-%2030%20Jan%202026.pdf?handle=7DF4421452684ADD9E49F65D0AE6E7E6",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://warwick.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1290"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-01-22",
   "body": "Special Council - BUDGET",
   "headline": "Council to approve 2026 budget with 5% tax increase and $5.88 M capital plan",
   "summary": "The Warwick Township Council will consider the proposed 2026 budget, which includes a recommended 5% property tax increase expected to generate about $156,000 in revenue and a projected operating shortfall of $209,000. The capital budget totals $5,882,875 and is funded through sources such as a $2,800,000 host fee revenue, OCIF formula funding, and various reserve accounts. Specific capital projects include the Nauvoo/Confederation Intersection ($80,000) and the Brown/Jariott South Branch Outlet Rehabilitation ($450,000). By‑law 7 of 2026 will be read and passed to confirm prior council resolutions.",
   "agenda_url": "https://warwick.civicweb.net/document/120251/Special%20Council%20-%20BUDGET%20-%2022%20Jan%202026.pdf?handle=CC48A830021A4D0CA08C8B31B957354A",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://warwick.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1287"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-01-21",
   "body": "Parks and Recreation Committee",
   "headline": "Insurance claim funds $177,952 for ball diamond light and pole replacement",
   "summary": "The Parks and Recreation Committee reviewed the January 21 update report, approved it for filing, and discussed several capital projects and program initiatives. Key items included a $177,952 insurance‑claim funded replacement of lights and poles at the Optimist Diamond, a $101,710 library foundation repair tender, and the implementation of the Sports Wall of Fame. The committee also considered staffing requests, fee‑for‑service reviews, and upcoming community events.",
   "agenda_url": "https://warwick.civicweb.net/document/120453/Parks%20and%20Recreation%20Committee%20-%2021%20Jan%202026.pdf?handle=A3E84D5F7D0C4654852FADE68A45BAE1",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://warwick.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1288"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-01-16",
   "body": "Committee of Adjustment",
   "headline": "Committee of Adjustment to review two land applications",
   "summary": "The Committee of Adjustment will meet to discuss and decide on two specific applications. The body will also review minutes from the October 7, 2025 meeting.",
   "agenda_url": "https://warwick.civicweb.net/document/120215/Committee%20of%20Adjustment%20-%2016%20Jan%202026.pdf?handle=BEB00CFE7A87497E98434704D0A8FF72",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://warwick.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1285"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-01-12",
   "body": "Regular Council",
   "headline": "Council approves $101,710 library interior wall repair contract",
   "summary": "Warwick Township Council will vote on several items, including a $101,710 contract for interior wall repair at the Watford Library Foundation and a $1,016.16 façade signage grant for 494 Front Street. The council will also adopt an Occupational Health & Safety Policy for 2026 and pass six by‑laws covering borrowing, tax levy, cemetery fees, legion patio, fire department and confirming provisions. A motion will move part of the meeting into an In Camera session under the Municipal Act.",
   "agenda_url": "https://warwick.civicweb.net/document/120146/Regular%20Council%20-%2012%20Jan%202026.pdf?handle=DBBBBC80DA0844BDBCFC0F404B3A2A9C",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://warwick.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1282"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-01-07",
   "body": "Heritage & Historical Committee",
   "headline": "Committee reviews Old Firehall Museum project status and upcoming heritage initiatives",
   "summary": "The Warwick Heritage & Historical Committee discussed updates on the Old Firehall Museum, including remaining plumbing, wainscoting and staining work. Members reviewed the collections policy, potential software purchase (Past Perfect), and grant applications for the 2026 budget. The committee also considered the mission‑statement draft, participation in the WWHS Christmas Home Tour, and upcoming events such as Moon Light Madness at the Forest Library.",
   "agenda_url": "https://warwick.civicweb.net/document/119916/Heritage%20_%20Historical%20Committee%20-%2007%20Jan%202026.pdf?handle=B2AFF9073E21472CB2961756ACE72FAB",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://warwick.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1284"
  }
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