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 "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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   "body": "Regular Council",
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   "source": "https://zorra.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=369"
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   "source": "https://zorra.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=371"
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   "body": "Regular Council",
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   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://zorra.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=377"
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   "body": "Regular Council",
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   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://zorra.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=354"
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   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://zorra.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=376"
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   "body": "Regular Council",
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   "summary": null,
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  {
   "date": "2026-07-15",
   "body": "Regular Council",
   "headline": "Zorra Council to review zoning changes and financial statements",
   "summary": "The Council will consider three land-use applications, including a minor variance for Tru-Willynn Dairy Ltd. The meeting includes a review of the 2025 financial statements and a request for water access for the Embro Dog Park.",
   "agenda_url": "https://zorra.civicweb.net/document/62450/Regular%20Council%20-%2015%20Jul%202026.pdf?handle=0F4039AFE8F647D8AB7C2F83F98DC52D",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://zorra.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=368"
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  {
   "date": "2026-06-25",
   "body": "Embro Dog Park Committee",
   "headline": "Committee to decide on dog park lighting and water inclusion",
   "summary": "The Embro Dog Park Committee will vote on whether to include lighting and water infrastructure in the dog park project at Matheson Park. Staff recommend removing these amenities to keep the budget under $42,000 and avoid operational concerns. The resolution will then go to Zorra Council for review on July 15. This decision will affect the project's cost, timeline, and fundraising efforts.",
   "agenda_url": "https://zorra.civicweb.net/document/61869/Embro%20Dog%20Park%20Committee%20-%2025%20Jun%202026%20-%20Agenda.pdf?handle=12211DE57D9B40A389289808DFB7F82A",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://zorra.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=374"
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  {
   "date": "2026-06-17",
   "body": "Regular Council",
   "headline": "Council to consider excavator purchase, drainage projects, and development charges",
   "summary": "Council will vote on purchasing a new 2027 ten-ton excavator and tandem-axle float trailer, award a tender for the Pearson-Sims Drain Branch A, and consider a petition for a new branch off the North Branch of the Martin Drain. A minor variance application for 231 Washington Street, updates to development charge indexing, and a proposed Development Charge Reduction Program are also on the agenda. Correspondence includes a request from Oxford OPP for portable weighing scales and a noise by-law exemption request.",
   "agenda_url": "https://zorra.civicweb.net/document/61888/Regular%20Council%20-%2017%20Jun%202026.pdf?handle=179557397EE4450E99D50B393DBB15E5",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://zorra.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=367"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-03",
   "body": "Regular Council",
   "headline": "Council will vote on by-law changes, a zone change, and two minor variance applications",
   "summary": "The Township of Zorra Council will adopt its agenda and hear public comments before considering two minor variance applications for properties on 15th Line. Council members will vote on several by-law items, including amendments to the Alternative Voting Methods and Fire Chief Appointment bylaws, a repeal of the Drainage Maintenance bylaw, and a zone change for McIntosh (ZN5-26-04). Awards for Senior of the Year and Volunteer of the Year will be presented, and reports from the Tax Collector and Chief Administrative Officer will be received for information.",
   "agenda_url": "https://zorra.civicweb.net/document/61673/Regular%20Council%20-%2003%20Jun%202026.pdf?handle=E3FA91E686B647C993C9BC1E359E79B6",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://zorra.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=366"
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  {
   "date": "2026-05-26",
   "body": "SPECIAL meeting - Zorra Multi-Use Court Committee",
   "headline": "Committee finalizes scope for multi-use courts: acrylic vs. extra courts",
   "summary": "The Zorra Multi-Use Court Committee is discussing an RFP update and finalizing the project scope, deciding between acrylic surfacing or adding two more pickleball courts. This follows a prior decision to reduce dedicated pickleball courts to two and seek provisional pricing for both options.",
   "agenda_url": "https://zorra.civicweb.net/document/61488/SPECIAL%20meeting%20-%20Zorra%20Multi-Use%20Court%20Committ.pdf?handle=E02B79ABB4E54758ABECA7A8FE8592F8",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://zorra.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=372"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-21",
   "body": "Embro Dog Park Committee",
   "headline": "Dog Park Committee to decide on removing water and lighting for cost savings",
   "summary": "The Embro Dog Park Committee will discuss and potentially decide on a staff recommendation to remove lighting and on-site water infrastructure from the Matheson Park dog park project to save costs and expedite fundraising. They will also review an updated budget and a fundraising update. The location at Matheson Park was already endorsed by council on May 6, 2026.",
   "agenda_url": "https://zorra.civicweb.net/document/61538/Embro%20Dog%20Park%20Committee%20-%2021%20May%202026.pdf?handle=4AF028D47E1B4AF2B4CBE96EE0C4826C",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://zorra.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=362"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-20",
   "body": "Regular Council",
   "headline": "Council to review fee amendments, zone change, and lame-duck election rules",
   "summary": "The council will hold public meetings for a drain court of revision and a minor variance application, hear a museum update, and consider reports on Q1 building/drainage activities and lame-duck provisions for the 2026 municipal election. By-laws up for vote include a zone change for Van Dam (ZN5-26-02) and amendments to the fees by-law (11-09). A notice of motion on the property assessment cycle will also be discussed.",
   "agenda_url": "https://zorra.civicweb.net/document/61527/Regular%20Council%20-%2020%20May%202026.pdf?handle=2425707AAED3409F95D341A430E4AC28",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://zorra.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=365"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-06",
   "body": "Regular Council",
   "headline": "Zorra Council to consider 2026 tax rates and multiple zoning changes",
   "summary": "The Township of Zorra Council will discuss the 2026 Final Tax Levy By-law and review several zone change and minor variance applications. The meeting also includes reports on the Embro Dog Park location and tender results for a recreation storage shed.",
   "agenda_url": "https://zorra.civicweb.net/document/61264/Regular%20Council%20-%2006%20May%202026.pdf?handle=D9FE5F9291974906B1DB8597B6561F55",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://zorra.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=364"
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  {
   "date": "2026-04-23",
   "body": "Embro Dog Park Committee",
   "headline": "Dog park committee to visit and evaluate two potential site locations",
   "summary": "The Embro Dog Park Committee will meet at Matheson Park to review and evaluate two proposed dog park locations: Matheson Park and the Embro-Zorra Community Centre. The committee will also discuss donor recognition and complete a site selection evaluation using a scoring worksheet. No public delegations or question period items are listed.",
   "agenda_url": "https://zorra.civicweb.net/document/61028/Embro%20Dog%20Park%20Committee%20-%2023%20Apr%202026.pdf?handle=7BFEAAA520E642DDA94E91C84AD14143",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://zorra.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=361"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-15",
   "body": "Regular Council",
   "headline": "Council to consider Pearson‑Sims Drain By‑law and two minor variance applications",
   "summary": "The Zorra Township Council will review a provisional by‑law for the Pearson‑Sims Drain Branch A 2026 project. It will also hear two minor variance applications: A06-25 from Dimmers Farms Ltd. for Lot 4 & 5 on Road 62, and A06-26 from Steele Hall Farm Inc. for East ½ Lot 9 on 19th Line. Additional items include a report on purchasing a new columbarium at Ingersoll Rural Cemetery and the 2025 Development Charges Reserve Fund annual report.",
   "agenda_url": "https://zorra.civicweb.net/document/60966/Regular%20Council%20-%2015%20Apr%202026.pdf?handle=4A8EF2753B564392A900571C32C2E6EF",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://zorra.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=359"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-01",
   "body": "Regular Council",
   "headline": "Council will vote on a Federal Drain By-law amendment and an Ehgoetz zone change.",
   "summary": "The Township of Zorra Council will consider several land‑use applications, including two minor variance requests for Dairydale Farms Ltd. and Van Westerop Farms Ltd. An Official Plan amendment submitted by John and Susanne Langlois will also be reviewed. The agenda includes a proposed amendment to the Federal Drain Provisional By‑law, a zone change for the Ehgoetz property, and a confirmatory by‑law.",
   "agenda_url": "https://zorra.civicweb.net/document/60170/Regular%20Council%20-%2001%20Apr%202026.pdf?handle=F677FF9D086945E19EDA417688C7C6F9",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://zorra.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=358"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-03-19",
   "body": "Embro Dog Park Committee",
   "headline": "Committee to endorse criteria and evaluate two dog park site options",
   "summary": "At the March 19 meeting the Embro Dog Park Committee will consider a recommendation to adopt evaluation criteria for selecting a dog‑park location. The committee is asked to endorse the criteria and to use the April 23 meeting to assess the two proposed sites – Matheson Park and the Embro Community Centre – and to gather cost information for the final location. Earlier items include approval to purchase 24 shirts at up to $20 each for fundraising, and discussion of fundraising ideas and volunteer tracking.",
   "agenda_url": "https://zorra.civicweb.net/document/60038/Embro%20Dog%20Park%20Committee%20-%2019%20Mar%202026.pdf?handle=237D89EB85C34C289EF9A841FD178885",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://zorra.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=360"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-03-18",
   "body": "Regular Council",
   "headline": "Zorra Council to consider four land-use applications on March 18",
   "summary": "Council will hold public meetings to discuss three minor variance applications and one zone change application. The body will also review correspondence regarding the Safe and Well Oxford Plan and the Roulston Drain Court of Revision.",
   "agenda_url": "https://zorra.civicweb.net/document/60003/Regular%20Council%20-%2018%20Mar%202026.pdf?handle=4F0731B9B7EF47E8A8309AA592F6EC84",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://zorra.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=353"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-03-04",
   "body": "Regular Council",
   "headline": "Council will consider several zoning change applications and related by‑laws",
   "summary": "The Township of Zorra Council will review two zone change applications submitted by Randy Barber and by Ryan and Christie Eghoetz. It will also consider by‑law items for zone changes ZN5‑24‑10 and ZN5‑25‑16, as well as a confirmatory by‑law. Reports on a new 2027 tandem‑axle plow truck, fire and emergency services, and council remuneration will be presented.",
   "agenda_url": "https://zorra.civicweb.net/document/59582/Regular%20Council%20-%2004%20Mar%202026.pdf?handle=29FAD948637C45EE8C203A514663805A",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://zorra.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=352"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-02-19",
   "body": "Embro Dog Park Committee",
   "headline": "Committee discusses fundraising and donation options for Embro Dog Park",
   "summary": "The Embro Dog Park Committee will hold a Fundraising Roundtable, review Volunteer Management, and discuss merchandise related to the dog park project. An information item will present the Embro Dog Park Donation Form, which outlines donation amounts and sponsorship levels. No formal decisions are recorded for this meeting.",
   "agenda_url": "https://zorra.civicweb.net/document/59431/Embro%20Dog%20Park%20Committee%20-%2019%20Feb%202026.pdf?handle=F4C4140495B74EE999854E05EB12D26F",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://zorra.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=356"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-02-18",
   "body": "Regular Council",
   "headline": "Council will consider a minor variance for Prychley Wood Farms Ltd. at 316632 Line",
   "summary": "The council will review Minor Variance Application A19-25 submitted by Prychley Wood Farms Ltd. for lands described as Lot 27 & Part Lot 28 (municipally known as 316632 Line). It will also hear a Zone Change Application ZN 5-25-14 submitted by Mike Hishon for 984048 Perth-Oxford Road. Additional items include a report on a Shared Fire Service and Leadership Model and amendments to Zoning By‑law 35‑99 (ARU amendments).",
   "agenda_url": "https://zorra.civicweb.net/document/59403/Regular%20Council%20-%2018%20Feb%202026.pdf?handle=8EC8FB80A9904C358C6DF2B5D94C5098",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://zorra.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=351"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-02-04",
   "body": "Regular Council",
   "headline": "Council will consider a motion to create a new property tax class",
   "summary": "The Zorra Township Council meeting will adopt its agenda, review minutes from the January 22 meeting, and hear public comments. Items include a minor variance application (A20-25) for 221 McCarty Street to increase accessory‑structure height, a notice of motion proposing a new property tax class, and several by‑law approvals. The council will also receive reports on drainage, financial results, and a draft budget presentation from the Upper Thames River Conservation Authority.",
   "agenda_url": "https://zorra.civicweb.net/document/59317/Regular%20Council%20-%2004%20Feb%202026.pdf?handle=D92FF6F142AB4E85BA0AA4949CCE853E",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://zorra.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=350"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-01-22",
   "body": "Embro Dog Park Committee",
   "headline": "Committee to adopt schedule for upcoming Embro Dog Park meetings",
   "summary": "The Embro Dog Park Committee reviewed its orientation presentation, fundraising procedures, and social‑media policy. It will decide whether to adopt the proposed four‑month meeting schedule for February 19, March 19, April 23 and May 21 2026. The committee may also consider alternative scheduling options such as a full‑year schedule or scheduling meetings one at a time.",
   "agenda_url": "https://zorra.civicweb.net/document/59152/Embro%20Dog%20Park%20Committee%20-%2022%20Jan%202026.pdf?handle=EB3D8C1D0A8F4E648E3C121ECE41F0CC",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://zorra.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=355"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-01-22",
   "body": "Regular Council",
   "headline": "Council will consider several by-law motions, including a borrowing by-law",
   "summary": "The Zorra Township Council meeting will review delegation presentations on road safety, a reading circle request, and a permanent closure of part of 33rd Line Road. Staff reports on drainage engineer appointments and drain abandonments will be discussed. The council will consider a series of by-law items covering drain cost allocations, drain abandonments, a borrowing by-law, and an interim tax collection by-law.",
   "agenda_url": "https://zorra.civicweb.net/document/59125/Regular%20Council%20-%2022%20Jan%202026.pdf?handle=743CF86B829C468595E6C5855226F8B6",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://zorra.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=348"
  }
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