Zorra public meetings in 2025
24 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Regular Council
The council will consider several reports, including the final costs and funding for the Zorra Municipal Centre and updates to reserve and investment policies. It will review multiple by‑law items such as the Zorra‑Ingersoll Cemetery Agreement and several zone change applications, including Happy Hills and Kamarah Farms. The meeting also includes a ground‑maintenance grant delegation for Richard Hryniw and a public comment period.
- Report 2025-135 – Final Costs and Funding of the Zorra Municipal Centre
- By‑law 60-25 – Zorra‑Ingersoll Cemetery Agreement
- Zone Change Application ZN5-24-13 – Happy Hills Resort
- Ground Maintenance Grant – Richard Hryniw, Christ Church Lakeside
- Report 2025-138 – Ingersoll Rural Cemetery Agreement and Transition
Regular Council
The Township of Zorra Council will meet to adopt the 2026 budget by-law, approve boundary road agreements with neighbouring municipalities, and consider zoning and minor variance applications.
- Adoption of 2026 Budget By-law (51-25)
- Zorra-Middlesex County Boundary Road Agreement (52-25)
- Zorra-Thames Centre Boundary Road Agreement (53-25)
- Zone Change Application ZN5-25-12
- Minor Variance Application A17-25
Zorra Multi-Use Court Committee
The Zorra Multi-Use Court Committee will receive a report from the Manager of Recreation and Facilities on design details for the Request for Proposal (RFP) for new multi-use courts. The report (2025‑127) outlines recommended changes to the engineered design, including adjustments to the number of pickleball courts and surfacing requirements. No decisions or votes are scheduled for this agenda item.
- Report from Manager of Recreation and Facilities (Report No: 2025‑127) on RFP design details for multi-use courts
Regular Council
The Zorra Township Council will vote on an amendment to the Animal Control By-law (item 47-25). It will also consider motions to appoint Shane Caskanette as Fire Chief (item 48-25) and to appoint a CEMC and an alternate (item 49-25). A confirmatory by-law (item 50-25) will be presented. Additional items include delegations for an Official Plan amendment, grant requests for Embro Dog Park and Minor Baseball, and reports on the 2026 budget and school closures.
- 47-25 AMEND Animal Control By-law 43-15
- 48-25 Appoint Shane Caskanette as Fire Chief
- 49-25 Appoint CEMC and Alternate
- 50-25 Confirmatory By-law
- Delegations: Embro Dog Park Grant Request and Embro Minor Baseball Grant Request
Regular Council
The Zorra Township Council will review a Minor Variance Application (A18-25) submitted by Tammy Betzner for land described as Part Lot 6, Concession 12, East Nissouri, municipally known as 743129 Road 74. The meeting will also consider amendments to the Fees By-law (45-25), a confirmatory By-law (46-25), and a report on the 2026 Draft Operating Budget and Capital Plan. Delegations include a presentation on the Rural Oxford 2026‑2030 Strategic Plan and an update on the Harrington and Embro Dams budget.
- Minor Variance Application A18-25 for Part Lot 6, Concession 12 (743129 Road 74)
- Amend Fees By-law 45-25
- Confirmatory By-law 46-25
- 2026 Draft Operating Budget and Capital Plan report (Financial Services)
- Delegation: ROEDC Rural Oxford 2026‑2030 Strategic Plan
Regular Council
The Zorra Township Council meeting will adopt its agenda, hear reports from financial and legislative services, and consider several by‑law items. Key actions include a confirmatory by‑law (44-25) to formally approve the October 1 meeting, zone change by‑law 43-25 for Murray, and amendments to the annual fees by‑law. The council will also receive a report on the method of calculating the annual tax rate and a correspondence from the City of Pickering about an Elect Respect support resolution.
- Confirmatory By-law 44-25 to ratify the October 1 council meeting
- Zone Change By-law 43-25 (ZN5-25-05) for Murray
- Annual Fees By-law Amendments (Report 2025-101)
- Report 2025-107 on the Method of the Calculation of the Annual Tax Rate
- Correspondence from the City of Pickering regarding Elect Respect Support Resolution
Regular Council
The Township of Zorra Council will review several zone change applications and the results of the 2026 Budget Survey. The meeting includes delegations regarding the annual OPP report and backyard chickens, as well as a discussion on the 2026 business plan and meeting schedule.
- Zone changes for Kamarah Farms (By-laws 38-25 and 39-25)
- Zone change for Hiebert (By-law 40-25)
- Amendment to By-law 30-20 regarding Open Air Burning
- Report 2025-099 regarding 2026 Budget Survey Responses
- Report 2025-094 regarding Organizational Structure and 2026 Business Plan
Zorra Multi-Use Court Committee
The committee is discussing a construction update and seeking input on the initial concept design for multi-use courts. Staff are coordinating grading with Kingwood and TVDSB to potentially save $30,000, with a plan to re-issue the RFP in early 2026.
- Potential $30,000 savings if Kingwood completes grading as part of Phase One work
- Proposed design featuring basketball, tennis, and pickleball courts with North/South orientation
- Plan to re-issue Request For Proposal (RFP) in early 2026
- Correspondence from Chair Andrew Goodwin to Mayor Marcus Ryan regarding project delays and funding concerns
Regular Council
The Zorra Township Council will consider three zone change applications: ZN5-25-07 and ZN5-25-08 from Kamarah Farms Ltd for lands at 156701 15th Line and 156681 15th Line, and ZN5-25-10 from Brett Prekup for the property at 316828 31st Line / 8 Cornelia Street. The council will also act on By‑law items 35‑25 (zone change ZN5-25-10), 36‑25 (amendment to Fees By‑law 11‑09), and 37‑25 (confirmatory by‑law). Additional agenda items include public comment, reports from various departments, and delegation updates.
- Zone Change Application ZN5-25-07 – Kamarah Farms Ltd, 156701 15th Line
- Zone Change Application ZN5-25-08 – Kamarah Farms Ltd, 156681 15th Line
- Zone Change Application ZN5-25-10 – Brett Prekup, 316828 31st Line / 8 Cornelia Street
- By‑law 36‑25 – amendment to Fees By‑law 11‑09
- By‑law 37‑25 – confirmatory by‑law
Regular Council
Council will consider several minor variance and zone change applications, including a request for Tru-Built Construction. The meeting includes a presentation of the 2024 financial statements and a pre-budget request for a Fire Master Plan.
- Zone Change Application ZN5-25-09 for 115 Commissioner Street (Tru-Built Construction)
- Zone Change Application ZN5-25-06 for 434932 43rd Line
- Minor Variance Application A15-25 for 376580 37th Line
- Minor Variance Application A16-25 for 476917 47th Line
- Pre-budget request for the creation of a Fire Master Plan
Regular Council
The Zorra Township Council will review several minor variance applications and zone change applications, including two submissions by White Coad LLP for lands on 39th Line. The meeting also includes discussion of an official plan amendment, an encroachment agreement for 115 Argyle Street, and a Kingwood Phase 1A&B assumption. Reports on provincial grant updates, a federal drain tender award, and a green development standards policy will be presented.
- Minor Variance Application A12-25 by Bryan Willsie – Part Lot 4, Concession 5 (West Zorra), municipally known as 415239 41st Line
- Minor Variance Application A13-25 by Justin and Sarah Benner – Part Lot 25, Conc. 10 (East Nissouri), municipally known as 196517 19th Line
- Zone Change Applications ZN 5-24-14 & ZN 5-25-04 by White Coad LLP – Part Lot 3, Concession 5 (West Zorra), municipally known as 395103 39th Line and 395129 39th Line
- Encroachment Agreement – 115 Argyle Street, Embro
- Kingwood Phase 1A&B Assumption – as outlined in Report 2025-076
Regular Council
The Township of Zorra Council will meet to discuss three proposed by-law amendments, including changes to livestock valuer and fireworks regulations, and review the 2025 Asset Management Plan.
- Minor Variance Applications A09-25 and A11-25
- Report 2025-068 on 2025 Asset Management Plan
- By-law 25-25 to amend Appoint Livestock Valuers By-law 65-13
- By-law 26-25 to amend Fireworks By-law 36-14
- By-law 27-25 to amend Fees By-law 11-09
Regular Council
The Township of Zorra Council will review several reports and by‑law items, including a drainage maintenance billing by‑law (22‑25) and an authorization for telephone and internet voting (23‑25). Minor variance applications will be discussed, such as Application A10‑25 for lots 16 and 17 on 41st Line. Additional reports include a comprehensive building fee review, a North Branch Martin drain petition, and the 2025 Asset Management Plan.
- Minor Variance Application A10‑25 submitted by Gregory McIntosh for Part of Lots 16 and 17, Concession 6, municipally known as 415980 41st Line
- Drain Maintenance Billing By‑Law 22‑25 – Drainage Works Repairs and Maintenance Collection
- By‑law 23‑25 – Authorize Telephone and Internet Voting
- Report 2025‑054 – Comprehensive Building Fee Review
- Report 2025‑060 – North Branch Martin Drain Petition
Regular Council
The Township of Zorra Council will adopt its agenda, hear public comments, and review two minor variance applications: A07-25 for West ½ Lot 6, Concession 4 (35th Line) and A08-25 for 10 Victoria Street. The meeting also includes a notice of motion on a living‑wage proposal, correspondence from the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing, and an Ingersoll Council resolution on speeding, distracted driving and impaired driving.
- Minor Variance Application A07-25 – West ½ Lot 6, Concession 4 (municipally known as 355320 35th Line)
- Minor Variance Application A08-25 – 10 Victoria Street, Township of Zorra
- Notice of Motion on Living Wage moved by Councillor Finch
- Correspondence from the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing regarding an AMO delegation request
- Ingersoll Council Resolution concerning speeding, distracted driving, and impaired driving
Regular Council
The Township of Zorra Council will consider the 2025 Final Tax Levy and two zone change applications. The meeting includes quarterly reports from public services, emergency services, and building and by-law departments.
- By-law 17-25: Final Tax Levy 2025
- Zone Change Application ZN5-25-01 for 356006 35th Line (Brett and Sara Young)
- Zone Change Application ZN5-25-03 for 376707 37th Line (Amy & Scott Lichti)
- Minor Variance Application A05-25 for 256497 Sunova Crescent
- Fee waiver request from Westminster Church
Regular Council
Township of Zorra Council will hold a public meeting to discuss two proposed zone changes and vote on a federal drainage bylaw. Staff will also present a strategic plan update and annual waste management reports.
- Public meeting for Official Plan Amendment OP24-15-5 and Zone Change ZN5-24-11
- Public meeting for Zone Change Application ZN5-24-10
- Federal Drain Provisional Bylaw 06-25 for third and final reading
- Election Sign Amendment By-law 15-25
- Strategic Initiatives Update Report 2025-048
Regular Council
The council will consider three by‑law matters: adopting the SZMON Tile Drain Rating By‑law, appointing Matt Paul as the By‑law Enforcement Officer, and addressing the Faircrest Farms ZN5‑24‑06 item. The agenda also includes routine reports from public services, recreation, financial services and other departments, but no decisions are listed for those items. Standard procedural items such as adoption of the agenda and a public comment period are also scheduled.
- Adopt SZMON Tile Drain Rating By‑law (item 11‑25)
- Appoint Matt Paul as By‑law Enforcement Officer (item 12‑25)
- Faircrest Farms ZN5‑24‑06 item (item 13‑25)
- Confirmatory By‑law 14‑25 (April 2 Confirmatory)
- Federal Drain Court of Revision report (2025‑01‑31)
Regular Council
The Township of Zorra Council will review three minor variance applications (A02-25, A03-25, A04-25) that seek changes to side‑yard requirements for properties at 842967 Road 84 (Kintore), 842969 Road 84 (Kintore) and 125 St. Andrew Street (Embro). The meeting also includes a report updating the Purchasing Policy and an information item on the Oxford County Reduced Load Limit By‑law amendment. All items will be discussed and, where applicable, decided by the Council.
- Minor Variance Application A02-25 for South Pt. Lot 16, Conc. 10 (East Nissouri) – 842967 Road 84 (Kintore)
- Minor Variance Application A03-25 for Plan 39, North Part Lot 10 – 125 St. Andrew Street (Embro)
- Minor Variance Application A04-25 for Pt. Lot 16, Conc. 10 (East Nissouri) – 842969 Road 84 (Kintore)
- Report 2025-032 from Financial Services updating the Purchasing Policy
- Oxford County Reduced Load Limit By‑law amendment (information item)
Zorra Multi-Use Court Committee
The Zorra Multi‑Use Court Committee will receive a timeline update for the courts tied to the Kingwood development and review the revised Request for Proposals. The committee affirmed support for the amended Scope and Evaluation sections of the RFP and decided to continue the RFP process to gather additional information. A fundraising roundtable reported that the committee has met its goal, raising $305,827.92 including the Township’s contribution.
- RFP Review – support for amended Scope and Evaluation components
- Timeline update – discussion of potential delays for Kingwood site, decision to continue RFP process
- Fundraising roundtable – total raised $305,827.92, meeting the fundraising goal
Regular Council
The Zorra Township Council will conduct first and second readings of the Federal Drain Provisional Bylaw and consider a levy for the Kellum Drain. The agenda also includes the appointment of Fire Prevention Officer Paige Ford and a confirmatory by‑law for the March 5 meeting. Additional items are a support resolution from Tillsonburg on land‑transfer tax redistribution and a resolution from Woodstock on speeding and impaired driving.
- 06-25 Federal Drain Provisional Bylaw – first and second reading
- 07-25 Levying for Kellum Drain
- 08-25 Appointment of Fire Prevention Officer Paige Ford
- 09-25 Confirmatory By‑law for March 5 meeting
- Support Resolution from Tillsonburg on Provincial Land Transfer Tax redistribution
Regular Council
The Zorra Township Council will review the Minor Variance Application A01-25 submitted for the land known as 415475 41st Line. A notice of motion on road safety, presented by Deputy Mayor Katie Grigg, will also be considered. The meeting includes budget and recap presentations from the Beachville Museum and a dam presentation by the Upper Thames River Conservation Authority, as well as a report on the Federal Drain 2025 project.
- Minor Variance Application A01-25 for 415475 41st Line (East Pt. Lot 8, Conc. 5)
- Notice of Motion regarding Road Safety moved by Deputy Mayor Katie Grigg
- Beachville Museum 2024 recap and 2025 budget presentation
- Upper Thames River Conservation Authority presentation on Embro Dam and Harrington Dam
- Consideration of Federal Drain 2025 report
Regular Council
The Zorra Township Council will discuss a zone change application (ZN5-24-13) submitted by 409315 Ontario Ltd. for Lot 25, Concession 1 (West Zorra). The meeting also includes a delegation presentation on post‑monitoring speed review findings, a report on a Community Emergency Preparedness Grant for a reception trailer, and a confirmatory by‑law. Residents can submit public comments by noon on February 4.
- Zone Change Application ZN5-24-13 for Lot 25, Concession 1 (West Zorra) – 923590 Road 92 / 31st Line
- Delegation: Frank Gross and Shawn Vanacker presenting post‑monitoring speed review findings
- Report: Community Emergency Preparedness Grant awarded for a reception trailer
- Confirmatory By‑law 04‑25 to be considered
- Public comment period – submissions due Tuesday, Feb 4 at noon
Regular Council
The Township of Zorra Council will review zoning and development applications from Kingwood Riverside Developments Ltd. for properties in the Village of Thamesford. The meeting also includes reports on fire station boundaries, by-law enforcement, and the 2025 budget.
- Applications OP22-22-5, SB22-10-5, and ZN5-22-14 for 12 Middleton Street and 131 & 149 Brock Street
- 01-25 Borrowing By-law
- 02-25 Interim Collection of Taxes By-law
- Report 2025-007 regarding Zorra Fire Rescue station boundaries
- Report 2025-001 regarding Excluded Expenses in the 2025 Budget
Zorra Multi-Use Court Committee
The Zorra Multi-Use Court Committee will review a Request for Proposals for the design and installation of two outdoor multi-sport courts at 149 Brock St in Thamesford. The committee also received an update on the Kingwood land donation and discussed fundraising strategies.
- Review RFP for outdoor multi-sport courts at 149 Brock St
- Update on Kingwood land donation
- Discuss fundraising roundtable
- Review ZMCC project outline
- Next meeting scheduled for February 11, 2025