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 "city": "Wawa",
 "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": "2026-09-02",
   "body": "Cemetery Committee",
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   "summary": null,
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   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://wawa.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1786"
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  {
   "date": "2026-07-14",
   "body": "Public Meeting - Planning Act",
   "headline": "Council considers community improvement plan for 39 Algoma Street",
   "summary": "The municipality is reviewing a proposal to support private sector construction of rental apartment units at 39 Algoma Street. The plan includes financial incentives such as tax grants and a purpose-built rental housing grant. Council is also considering legal advice regarding a written objection from Mr. Joe Leadbetter concerning the sale of the property.",
   "agenda_url": "https://wawa.civicweb.net/document/170239/Public%20Meeting%20-%20Planning%20Act%20-%2014%20Jul%202026.pdf?handle=347772A0A37B444A9C47A0693C43F4B0",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://wawa.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1791"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-14",
   "body": "Committee of the Whole",
   "headline": "Wawa Council discusses fireworks by-law amendments and greenhouse gas reports",
   "summary": "The Committee of the Whole reviewed public feedback regarding proposed changes to the Fireworks By-Law and received reports on community greenhouse gas modeling. Additionally, departments provided monthly updates on infrastructure, protective services, and community tourism activities.",
   "agenda_url": "https://wawa.civicweb.net/document/170247/Committee%20of%20the%20Whole%20-%2014%20Jul%202026.pdf?handle=4E1B4D96E51A45C48903A5628589BEA5",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://wawa.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1783"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-14",
   "body": "Regular Council",
   "headline": "Wawa Council discusses waste collection, fireworks by-laws, and workforce camp agreement",
   "summary": "The Council will consider several new by-laws including a prohibition on fireworks and a site plan agreement for 120 Pinewood Drive. They will also review a by-law to establish and maintain a system for collectible waste collection.",
   "agenda_url": "https://wawa.civicweb.net/document/170255/Regular%20Council%20-%2014%20Jul%202026.pdf?handle=3514B563A69B4041A04011F35A65A30B",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://wawa.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1781"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-29",
   "body": "Special Council",
   "headline": "Council to weigh appeal of temporary zoning for 120 Pinewood Drive camp",
   "summary": "This special council meeting will consider a Notice of Appeal against Temporary Zoning Bylaw No.3883-26, which previously proposed a three-year temporary accommodation camp for up to 176 workers at 120 Pinewood Drive. Council will go into closed session for legal advice on the appeal, then return to adopt a resolution on its position.",
   "agenda_url": "https://wawa.civicweb.net/document/169974/Special%20Council%20-%2029%20Jun%202026.pdf?handle=ABC642EABF5344AE8E9E1DD2C6B87E5C",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://wawa.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1788"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-29",
   "body": "Economic Development and Tourism Advisory Committee",
   "headline": "Committee to consider net-zero action pathway report for Wawa",
   "summary": "The Economic Development and Tourism Advisory Committee will discuss the Net Zero Action Pathway and Community GHG Modelling reports from QUEST Canada, which set a baseline of 28,300 tonnes CO2 and $17.5M in annual energy spending. The committee will also receive updates on the Wawa Runestone Project, Mission Playground, Migrating North project, and Tourist Information Centre operations.",
   "agenda_url": "https://wawa.civicweb.net/document/169960/Economic%20Development%20and%20Tourism%20Advisory%20Commi.pdf?handle=57E54CCAE309466A97004DFF6E156D31",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://wawa.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1787"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-24",
   "body": "Cemetery Committee",
   "headline": "Cemetery Committee to discuss columbarium installation and fundraising event",
   "summary": "The Cemetery Committee will review ongoing beautification, maintenance (including installation of two new companion columbariums), fundraising activities (potential fall event replacing Ice Candle Celebration), and map installation. The meeting will also adopt previous minutes and handle administrative items.",
   "agenda_url": "https://wawa.civicweb.net/document/169727/Cemetery%20Committee%20-%2024%20Jun%202026.pdf?handle=965ED9DBCA4F41D699E1CD60FC9EEE8C",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://wawa.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1775"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-23",
   "body": "Special Council",
   "headline": "Council to adopt new waste collection by-law for the Municipality of Wawa",
   "summary": "At the June 23, 2026 special council meeting, Council will give first and second readings to By‑law No. 3891‑26, which creates a new waste collection system and repeals By‑law 31‑69. The meeting also includes discussion of the Draft Algoma Housing Community Improvement Plan for 39 Algoma Street, with a statutory public hearing scheduled for July 14, 2026 and proposed grant funding of up to $200,000. Additional agenda items include confirming the June 23 council proceedings (By‑law No. 3890‑26) and moving to a closed‑session for legal matters.",
   "agenda_url": "https://wawa.civicweb.net/document/169749/Special%20Council%20-%2023%20Jun%202026.pdf?handle=5F43AC87A19B41F0A834EC4B0EA3147B",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://wawa.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1784"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-16",
   "body": "Heritage Committee",
   "headline": "Heritage Committee to hear Ontario Heritage Designation presentation",
   "summary": "The Heritage Committee will discuss ongoing projects including updates on the Mackenzie/Bethune Cemetery accessibility upgrades, the Wawa Heritage Digitization project, and the Wawa Runestone site protection. New business includes a presentation on Ontario Heritage Designation, a book on A.Y. Jackson's time in Wawa, and restoration of faded heritage doors at the Tourist Information Center.",
   "agenda_url": "https://wawa.civicweb.net/document/168225/Heritage%20Committee%20-%2016%20Jun%202026.pdf?handle=B534CF381F644696884A9CCE341C2B1F",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://wawa.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1763"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-16",
   "body": "Committee of the Whole",
   "headline": "Council to reconsider proposed fireworks by‑law after public comment review",
   "summary": "The Committee of the Whole will consider staff recommendations to revisit the proposed Fireworks By‑law, following a memorandum that summarized 39 public submissions. The memorandum noted 35 submissions opposed the amendments, three supported them, and one offered conditional support. The meeting also includes presentations of monthly departmental reports and an EDO report on the Net Zero Action Pathway and community GHG modelling. The next Council meeting is scheduled for July 14, 2026.",
   "agenda_url": "https://wawa.civicweb.net/document/169509/Committee%20of%20the%20Whole%20-%2016%20Jun%202026.pdf?handle=DE09252C7C4842A8BCA7E8D25C7DC37B",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://wawa.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1779"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-16",
   "body": "Regular Council",
   "headline": "Council to vote on lease agreement with Wawa Family Health Team for space at 96 Broadway Avenue",
   "summary": "Council will consider several by-laws, including a purchase and sale agreement for 39 Algoma Street and a lease with the Wawa Family Health Team at 96 Broadway Avenue. They will also vote on resolutions supporting school board governance consultation and Finlay's Law on emergency room reform, and appoint a representative to the Algoma Public Health Board. The meeting includes a closed session for legal and labour relations matters.",
   "agenda_url": "https://wawa.civicweb.net/document/169513/Regular%20Council%20-%2016%20Jun%202026.pdf?handle=66D129327B9B4DA380B1361B24251EFD",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://wawa.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1778"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-16",
   "body": "Age Friendly Committee",
   "headline": "Committee to discuss seniors housing needs assessment and new $50K federal grant",
   "summary": "The Wawa Age Friendly Committee will receive updates from community organizations, review old business on the downtown electronic signboard and seniors expo (both awaiting funding), and discuss new items including a seniors housing needs assessment, transit bus operations, and a new $50,000 federal grant opportunity under the New Horizons for Seniors Program.",
   "agenda_url": "https://wawa.civicweb.net/document/169479/Age%20Friendly%20Committee%20-%2016%20Jun%202026.pdf?handle=2283D4A2D9C649D1BBABC3AE00D0F4ED",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://wawa.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1782"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-02",
   "body": "Public Meeting - Planning Act",
   "headline": "Council to consider temporary work camp zoning for 120 Pinewood Drive",
   "summary": "The Council will discuss a Zoning By-Law Amendment that would allow a temporary work camp at 120 Pinewood Drive for up to 170 persons for a period of up to 36 months. The application was submitted by Trevor Laing and is intended to house contractors working for Alamos Gold. Staff recommends receiving the application and approving the amendment to By-Law No. 2821-15. No additional public meeting is required before the amendment can be passed.",
   "agenda_url": "https://wawa.civicweb.net/document/168946/Public%20Meeting%20-%20Planning%20Act%20-%2002%20Jun%202026.pdf?handle=96AA55FD79D744E9B1AF274D52028F5F",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://wawa.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1777"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-02",
   "body": "Fire Advisory Committee - 02 Jun 2026 - CANCELLED",
   "headline": null,
   "summary": null,
   "agenda_url": null,
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://wawa.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1761"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-02",
   "body": "Regular Council",
   "headline": "Council to vote on hotel tax, watermain contract, and land surplus",
   "summary": "Council will consider several by-laws including a new transient accommodation tax, a watermain construction contract with Villeneuve Construction, and an inter-municipal court services agreement with Sault Ste. Marie. A surplus land declaration at 39 Algoma Street and a temporary rezoning at 120 Pinewood Drive are also on the agenda.",
   "agenda_url": "https://wawa.civicweb.net/document/168971/Regular%20Council%20-%2002%20Jun%202026.pdf?handle=4473B33E51C04105A8DCF68E819E8BDC",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://wawa.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1774"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-02",
   "body": "Committee of the Whole",
   "headline": "Committee to discuss draft fireworks bylaw and waste disposal policy",
   "summary": "The Committee of the Whole will consider two main items: a draft by-law to regulate the sale and use of fireworks, following a request from the Great Canadian Dollar Store, and a policy governing contractor authorization and non-resident waste disposal at the landfill. The fireworks by-law would permit retail sales, while the waste policy sets rules for waste origin verification and contractor forms. Previous meeting minutes and future meeting dates are also on the agenda.",
   "agenda_url": "https://wawa.civicweb.net/document/168950/Committee%20of%20the%20Whole%20-%2002%20Jun%202026.pdf?handle=7688E4E014354A89B036D30702A9F9F1",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://wawa.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1773"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-20",
   "body": "Cemetery Committee",
   "headline": "Cemetery committee to discuss map installation, fundraising, and beautification",
   "summary": "The Wawa Cemetery Committee will hold a regular meeting on May 20, 2026, to discuss ongoing business including beautification of flower beds, maintenance updates, fundraising activities, and the installation of a cemetery map and index book (budget $3,500). The meeting will also include approval of previous minutes and announcements.",
   "agenda_url": "https://wawa.civicweb.net/document/168398/Cemetery%20Committee%20-%2020%20May%202026.pdf?handle=DAE0DC5AF69A449F8D4A6ACA98DF8942",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://wawa.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1762"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-19",
   "body": "Committee of the Whole",
   "headline": "Proposed sale of 39 Algoma Street considered",
   "summary": "The committee will hear a delegation from the Wawa MAT Tourism Committee presenting its terms of reference and general plan. They will also receive a report on the verification of a petition to place a fluoride removal question on the municipal ballot, consider a staff report on a request to sell fireworks, and discuss the proposed sale of the property at 39 Algoma Street. Monthly departmental reports for April are also scheduled.",
   "agenda_url": "https://wawa.civicweb.net/document/168458/Committee%20of%20the%20Whole%20-%2019%20May%202026.pdf?handle=2AA6F4A90633466E83BAA984FFD2DBAA",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://wawa.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1770"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-19",
   "body": "Regular Council",
   "headline": "Council to weigh releasing 2025 accommodation tax, temporary rezoning",
   "summary": "Council will vote on releasing the 2025 Municipal Accommodation Tax and likely pass resolutions on several correspondence items, including a temporary rezoning at 120 Pinewood and a request for a temporary greenhouse from John's Independent Grocer. Other actions include adopting minutes from prior meetings and a confirmation by-law.",
   "agenda_url": "https://wawa.civicweb.net/document/168467/Regular%20Council%20-%2019%20May%202026.pdf?handle=74FA487E57D84095AAD218BAA43EABB5",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://wawa.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1769"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-19",
   "body": "Age Friendly Committee - 19 May 2026 - NO QUORUM",
   "headline": "Age Friendly Committee to discuss seniors housing assessment",
   "summary": "The Wawa Age Friendly Committee will receive updates from local organizations and discuss old business items including the downtown electronic sign board and Seniors Expo. New business includes a presentation on the Municipality of Wawa Housing Needs Assessment focusing on seniors housing, and an update on the Wawa Transit Bus.",
   "agenda_url": "https://wawa.civicweb.net/document/168384/Age%20Friendly%20Committee%20-%2019%20May%202026.pdf?handle=1243716655C54514849CC92271C6F978",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://wawa.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1771"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-05",
   "body": "Regular Council",
   "headline": "Council to adopt new transit policies and rider code of conduct",
   "summary": "The Wawa Council will consider several resolutions, including adopting new transit service policies and a rider code of conduct. It will also approve financial contributions to a youth health initiative, endorse the municipal drinking water operational plan, and award contracts for flooring at the Michipicoten Memorial Community Centre and a fish‑cleaning building at the Harry McCluskie Marina. Additional items include proclamations for Nursing Week and National Hope Air Day.",
   "agenda_url": "https://wawa.civicweb.net/document/167981/Regular%20Council%20-%2005%20May%202026.pdf?handle=AFD3F5AD874745F385F4E890FB656B2C",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://wawa.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1766"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-05",
   "body": "Committee of the Whole",
   "headline": "Council to consider request for year‑round consumer fireworks sales",
   "summary": "The Committee of the Whole will review a request from the Great Canadian Dollar Store to sell consumer fireworks year‑round at its Wawa location. It will also consider a Bethune Cemetery improvement project, several procurement memoranda (flooring, marina fish cleaning, tractor and attachments), a watermain and sanitary sewer construction tender report, and a petition related to municipal elections. The meeting includes adoption of minutes and routine procedural items.",
   "agenda_url": "https://wawa.civicweb.net/document/167973/Committee%20of%20the%20Whole%20-%2005%20May%202026.pdf?handle=D7096986DCA449BDA31863E5943315FD",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://wawa.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1765"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-04",
   "body": "Special Council",
   "headline": "Council to discuss land deal and labour negotiations in closed session",
   "summary": "This special council meeting's main business is a closed session to discuss a proposed land acquisition or disposition and a personnel/labour relations issue. No votes or public decisions are listed on the agenda.",
   "agenda_url": "https://wawa.civicweb.net/document/167989/Special%20Council%20-%2004%20May%202026.pdf?handle=A3D7C862F0A74C31B66328E65624DA07",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://wawa.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1768"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-29",
   "body": "Economic Development and Tourism Advisory Committee",
   "headline": "Committee to consider housing needs final report and seniors housing study",
   "summary": "The Economic Development and Tourism Committee will review several final reports, including a housing needs assessment for Wawa, a seniors housing report, and a net-zero energy project. They will also discuss the resignation of a member, the 2026 season for the Tourist Information Centre, a heritage application for Mackenzie Bethune Cemetery, and a CIP extension notice for 16 Broadway Avenue. The agenda includes approval of previous minutes and an update on the Teeny Tiny Summit in Manitouwadge.",
   "agenda_url": "https://wawa.civicweb.net/document/167554/Economic%20Development%20and%20Tourism%20Advisory%20Commi.pdf?handle=6D0CEF95EDEA4AF7839B54A3E4C0B589",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://wawa.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1764"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-22",
   "body": "Cemetery Committee",
   "headline": "Cemetery Committee to consider Mother's Day event and cemetery map sign",
   "summary": "The Cemetery Committee will discuss beautification, maintenance, and fundraising events from the previous meeting. New business includes planning a Mother's Day celebration and installing a cemetery map sign with an index book. The meeting will also adopt minutes from March 18, 2026.",
   "agenda_url": "https://wawa.civicweb.net/document/167187/Cemetery%20Committee%20-%2022%20Apr%202026.pdf?handle=79C6BE33D126416AAD3B4490D7BFE812",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://wawa.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1749"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-21",
   "body": "Fire Advisory Committee",
   "headline": "Committee to review fire department action plan and hydrant snow removal",
   "summary": "The Fire Advisory Committee will review the Fire Department Review Recommendations Action Plan Status Update, covering completed items and ongoing priorities such as fire chief recruitment and succession planning. They will also discuss winter hydrant snow removal, including a potential 'Adopt-a-Hydrant' program. The meeting will adopt minutes from the previous meeting on March 17, 2026.",
   "agenda_url": "https://wawa.civicweb.net/document/167139/Fire%20Advisory%20Committee%20-%2021%20Apr%202026.pdf?handle=0CB47E466A554A5B951B192EBC4C20C2",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://wawa.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1754"
  }
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