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Zorra, Ontario

Zorra   Ontario average (StatCan 2021 Census)
Population8,628
Median household income$106,000
Median home value$600,000

Prochaines réunions

Thu Aug 13, 2026 · 09:30 AM

Regular Council

Council Chambers, Township Municipal Office
Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 07:00 PM

Zorra Multi-Use Court Committee

Beaty Room, Thamesford Library
Wed Sep 16, 2026 · 09:30 AM

Regular Council

Council Chambers, Township Municipal Office
Wed Oct 7, 2026 · 09:30 AM

Regular Council

Council Chambers, Township Municipal Office
Wed Oct 21, 2026 · 06:00 PM

Regular Council

Council Chambers, Township Municipal Office
Wed Nov 18, 2026 · 04:00 PM

Regular Council

Council Chambers, Township Municipal Office

Réunions récentes

Wed Jul 15, 2026 · 09:30 AM

Regular Council

Zorra Council to review zoning changes and financial statements

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.

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AGENDA Regular Council Township of Zorra 163 Brock Street July 15, 2026 at 9:30 AM Township of Zorra Council meetings are open to the public to attend. The public is also invited to view our meetings via live stream at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCceQkQTakEgGU4PYRUT_C7g 1 CALL TO ORDER 2 ADOPTION OF AGENDA 3 DECLARATION OF PECUNIARY INTEREST 4 MINUTES & BUSINESS ARISING OUT OF THE MINUTES (a) Minutes from the Council meeting held on June 17, 2026. Regular Council - 17 Jun 2026 - Minutes - Pdf 5 PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD Submission deadline Tuesday, July 14 at noon. 6 PUBLIC MEETINGS & DRAINAGE MEETINGS Minor Variance Agenda (a) 9:30 a.m. Minor Variance Application A12-26 submitted by Tru-Willynn Dairy Ltd (c/o Ruud Arts) pertaining to lands described as Lots 6-7, Concession 14, (East Nissouri) and municipally known as 743449 Road 74, Township of Zorra. a12-26z - report Zoning and OP Agenda (b) 9:30 a.m. Zone Change Application ZN5-26-07 submitted by David Clendinning and Andrew Christie pertaining to lands described as Part Lot 21, Concession 5 (North Dorchester) and municipally known as 602760 Road 60, Township of Zorra. 5-26-07_report (b) 9:30 a.m. Official Plan Application OP25-22-5 and Zone Change Application ZN5-25-15 submitted by Prychley Wood Farms Ltd. pertaining to lands described as Part of Lot 21, Concession 2 (West Zorra) and municipally known as 316686 31st Line, Township of Zorra. Regular Council - 1 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu Jun 25, 2026 · 04:00 PM

Embro Dog Park Committee

Le comité doit décider de l'éclairage et de l'inclusion de l'eau pour le parc à chiens

Le Comité du parc à chiens Embro votera pour savoir s'il faut inclure l'éclairage et les infrastructures d'eau dans le projet de parc à chiens au parc Matheson. Le personnel recommande de retirer ces commodités afin de maintenir le budget en dessous de 42 000 $ et d'éviter des préoccupations opérationnelles. La résolution sera ensuite transmise au conseil de Zorra pour examen le 15 juillet. Cette décision affectera le coût, le calendrier et les efforts de collecte de fonds du projet.

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AGENDA Embro Dog Park Committee Township of Zorra Embro-Zorra Community Centre June 25, 2026 at 4:00 PM 1 CALL TO ORDER 2 ADOPTION OF AGENDA 3 DECLARATION OF PECUNIARY INTEREST 4 MINUTES 4(a) Minutes from the EDPC meeting held on May 21, 2026. Embro Dog Park Committee - 21 May 2026 - Minutes - Pdf 5 DELEGATIONS No items. 6 BUSINESS ARISING FROM THE MINUTES 6(a) Report from the Manager of Recreation and Facilities regarding dog park budget and review of amenities. Committee next steps / actions to be taken at this meeting: 1. Committee to pass a resolution. Option 1: Resolution to approve staff recommendation (no lightning or water included in project scope). Option 2: Resolution to include water and/or lighting in project scope. 2.The resolution will proceed to Zorra Council for review and consideration at the July 15 Council meeting. 3. Staff will communicate Council's decision to the Committee. 2026-052 - Dog Park Budget and Amenities Review - Pdf 7 REPORTS 7(a) Public Engagement for Embro dog park Embro Dog Park Committee - 25 Jun 2026 7(b) Fundraising Update 8 INFORMATION ITEMS No items. 9 PUBLIC QUESTION PERIOD 10 NEXT MEETING The next regular EDPC meeting is to be determined. 11 ADJOURNMENT Page 2 of 9 MINUTES Embro Dog Park Committee Township of Zorra Embro-Zorra Community Centre May 21, 2026 at 4:00 PM An Embro Dog Park Committee meeting was held at 4:00 PM on May 21, 202 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Jun 17, 2026 · 06:00 PM

Regular Council

Le Conseil examinera l'achat d'une excavatrice, des projets de drainage et les redevances de développement

Le Conseil votera sur l'achat d'une nouvelle excavatrice de dix tonnes 2027 et d'une remorque sur plateau à essieux tandem, attribuera un appel d'offres pour le Pearson-Sims Drain Branch A, et examinera une pétition pour une nouvelle branche de la North Branch du Martin Drain. Une demande de modification mineure pour le 231 Washington Street, des mises à jour de l'indexation des redevances de développement et un projet de programme de réduction des redevances de développement sont également à l'ordre du jour. La correspondance comprend une demande de la OPP d'Oxford pour des balances de pesage portables et une demande d'exemption au règlement sur le bruit.

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AGENDA Regular Council Township of Zorra 163 Brock Street June 17, 2026 at 6:00 PM Township of Zorra Council meetings are open to the public to attend. The public is also invited to view our meetings via live stream at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCceQkQTakEgGU4PYRUT_C7g 1 CALL TO ORDER 2 ADOPTION OF AGENDA 3 DECLARATION OF PECUNIARY INTEREST 4 MINUTES & BUSINESS ARISING OUT OF THE MINUTES (a) Minutes from the Council meeting held on June 3, 2026. Regular Council - 03 Jun 2026 - Minutes - Pdf Regular Council - 03 Jun 2026 - Minutes - Html 5 PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD Submission deadline Tuesday, June 16 at noon. 6 PUBLIC MEETINGS & DRAINAGE MEETINGS Minor Variance Agenda (a) 6:00 p.m. - Minor Variance Application A11-26 submitted by Alec Lockhart pertaining to lands described as Lot 20, Plan 643, in the Township of Zorra and municipally known as 231 Washington Street, Thamesford. a11-26z-rpt 7 DELEGATIONS No items. 8 REPORTS FROM PUBLIC SERVICES DEPARTMENT 8.1 Roads Division (a) Report 2026-064 from the Director of Public Services regarding Purchase of a 2027 Ten Ton Excavator and Tandem Axel Float Trailer. 2026-064 - New 2027 Ten Ton Excavator and Tandem Axel Float Trailer Regular Council - 17 Jun 2026 Purchase Recommendation - Pdf 8.2 Recreation and Facilities Division No items. 9 REPORTS FROM CORPORATE AND PROTECTIVE SERVICES DEPARTMENT 9.1 Emergency Services No items. 9.2 Building, Drainage, and By-law [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Jun 3, 2026 · 09:30 AM

Regular Council

Le Conseil votera sur des modifications de règlements, un changement de zonage et deux demandes de dérogations mineures

Le conseil du canton de Zorra adoptera son ordre du jour et entendra les commentaires du public avant d'examiner deux demandes de dérogations mineures pour des propriétés situées sur la 15th Line. Les membres du Conseil voteront sur plusieurs articles de règlements, notamment des amendements aux règlements sur les modes de vote alternatifs et sur la nomination du chef des incendies, l'abrogation du règlement sur l'entretien du drainage, ainsi qu'un changement de zonage pour McIntosh (ZN5-26-04). Les prix de Personnalité de l'année et de Bénévole de l'année seront remis, et les rapports du collecteur de taxes et du directeur général seront reçus pour information.

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Council Chambers, Township Municipal Office
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AGENDA Regular Council Township of Zorra 163 Brock Street June 3, 2026 at 9:30 AM Township of Zorra Council meetings are open to the public to attend. The public is also invited to view our meetings via live stream at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCceQkQTakEgGU4PYRUT_C7g 1 CALL TO ORDER 2 ADOPTION OF AGENDA 3 DECLARATION OF PECUNIARY INTEREST 4 MINUTES & BUSINESS ARISING OUT OF THE MINUTES (a) Minutes from the Council meeting held on May 20, 2026. Regular Council - 20 May 2026 - Minutes - Pdf 5 PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD Submission deadline Tuesday, June 2, 2026 at noon. 6 PUBLIC MEETINGS & DRAINAGE MEETINGS Minor Variance Agenda (a) 9:30 a.m. Minor Variance Application A09-26 submitted by Kyle Gledhill and Alisha Koot pertaining to lands described as West Part Lot 3, Concession 10 (East Nissouri) and municipally known as 155150 15th Line, Township of Zorra. a09-26z_rpt (b) 9:30 a.m. Minor Variance Application A10-26 submitted by Betty Semeniuk pertaining to lands described as Part Lot 3, Concession 9 (East Nissouri) and municipally known as 155167 and 155169 15th Line, Township of Zorra. a10-26z -rpt 7 DELEGATIONS (a) 10:00 a.m. - Senior of the Year award - Doug Turvey Volunteer of the Year award - Doris Weir Regular Council - 03 Jun 2026 8 REPORTS FROM PUBLIC SERVICES DEPARTMENT 8.1 Roads Division No items. 8.2 Recreation and Facilities Division No items. 9 REPORTS FROM CORPORATE AND PROTECTIVE SERVICES [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue May 26, 2026 · 07:00 PM

SPECIAL meeting - Zorra Multi-Use Court Committee

Le comité finalise la portée des terrains multi-usages : acrylique ou terrains supplémentaires

Le Zorra Multi-Use Court Committee discute d'une mise à jour de l'RFP et finalise la portée du projet, en choisissant entre un revêtement acrylique ou l'ajout de deux terrains de pickleball supplémentaires. Cela fait suite à une décision antérieure de réduire le nombre de terrains dédiés au pickleball à deux et de solliciter des prix provisoires pour les deux options.

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AGENDA SPECIAL MEETING Zorra Multi-Use Court Committee Township of Zorra ZOOM Meeting May 26, 2026 at 7:00 PM Contact [email protected] for ZOOM meeting details. 1 CALL TO ORDER 2 ADOPTION OF AGENDA 3 DECLARATION OF PECUNIARY INTEREST 4 MINUTES 4(a) Minutes from the ZMCC meeting held on December 2, 2025. Zorra Multi-Use Court Committee - 02 Dec 2025 - Minutes - Pdf 5 DELEGATIONS No items. 6 BUSINESS ARISING FROM THE MINUTES No items. 7 NEW BUSINESS 7(a) RFP Update and Scope Finalization - acrylic surfacing vs. additional court(s) 2025-127 - RFP Design details for Multi-Use Courts Proposal - Pdf 8 INFORMATION ITEMS No items. 9 PUBLIC QUESTION PERIOD 10 NEXT MEETING 11 ADJOURNMENT SPECIAL meeting - Zorra Multi-Use Court Committee - 26 May 2026 Page 2 of 11 MINUTES Zorra Multi-Use Court Committee Township of Zorra Beaty Room, Thamesford Library December 2, 2025 at 7:00 PM A Zorra Multi-Use Court Committee meeting was held at 7:00 PM on December 2, 2025 at the 163 Brock Street, Thamesford. Members Present: Andrew Goodwin, Chair, Brenda Carnahan, , Julie Riley, , Katie Grigg, Deputy Mayor, Ward 2 Councillor, Kate Lockhart, , Libby Wilkinson, , and Rebecca Ruddy Staff Present: Sofia Caldwell, Manager of Recreation and Facilities and Maggie McLaughlin, Legislative Coordinator / Deputy Clerk 1 CALL TO ORDER Andrew Goodwin calls the meeting to order at 7:01p.m. 2 ADOPTION OF AGENDA 01-12-2 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu May 21, 2026 · 04:00 PM

Embro Dog Park Committee

Le comité du parc à chiens décidera de la suppression de l'eau et de l'éclairage pour réaliser des économies

Le comité du parc à chiens d'Embro discutera et pourrait décider de suivre la recommandation du personnel visant à retirer l'éclairage et l'infrastructure hydraulique sur place du projet de parc à chiens de Matheson Park afin de réduire les coûts et d'accélérer la collecte de fonds. Ils examineront également un budget mis à jour ainsi qu'un point sur la collecte de fonds. L'emplacement de Matheson Park a déjà été approuvé par le conseil le 6 mai 2026.

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AGENDA Embro Dog Park Committee Township of Zorra Embro-Zorra Community Centre May 21, 2026 at 4:00 PM 1 CALL TO ORDER 2 ADOPTION OF AGENDA 3 DECLARATION OF PECUNIARY INTEREST 4 MINUTES 4(a) Minutes from the EDPC meeting held on April 23, 2026. Embro Dog Park Committee - 23 Apr 2026 - Minutes - Pdf 5 DELEGATIONS No items. 6 BUSINESS ARISING FROM THE MINUTES No items. 7 REPORTS 7(a) Site Location Evaluation 2026-047 - Embro Dog Park - Location Evaluation Results - Pdf 7(b) Report from the Manager of Recreation and Facilities regarding dog park budget and review of amenities. 2026-052 - Dog Park Budget and Amenities Review - Pdf 7(c) Fundraising Update 8 INFORMATION ITEMS No items. 9 PUBLIC QUESTION PERIOD 10 NEXT MEETING The next regular EDPC meeting is TBD. Embro Dog Park Committee - 21 May 2026 11 ADJOURNMENT Page 2 of 23 MINUTES Embro Dog Park Committee Township of Zorra Matheson Park April 23, 2026 at 4:00 PM An Embro Dog Park Committee meeting was held at 4:00 PM on April 23, 2026 at Matheson Park and the Embro-Zorra Community Centre. Members Present: Crystal Finch, Ward 4 Councillor, Teighan Morris, , Deb Baker, , Carys Wyn Hughes, , Emily Moitoso, , and Diane Normand, Chair Staff Present: Sofia Caldwell, Manager of Recreation and Facilities and Alycia Wettlaufer, Legislative Services Coordinator / Deputy Clerk 1 CALL TO ORDER Chair Diane Normand calls the meeting to order [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed May 20, 2026 · 06:00 PM

Regular Council

Le conseil examinera des modifications de tarifs, un changement de zonage et les règles électorales pour la période de transition

Le conseil tiendra des réunions publiques pour un tribunal de révision et une demande de variance mineure, entendra une mise à jour concernant un musée et examinera des rapports sur les activités de construction/drainage du premier trimestre ainsi que les dispositions relatives à la période de transition pour l'élection municipale de 2026. Les règlements soumis au vote comprennent un changement de zone pour Van Dam (ZN5-26-02) et des modifications au règlement sur les tarifs (11-09). Un avis de motion sur le cycle d'évaluation foncière sera également discuté.

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AGENDA Regular Council Township of Zorra 163 Brock Street May 20, 2026 at 6:00 PM Township of Zorra Council meetings are open to the public to attend. The public is also invited to view our meetings via live stream at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCceQkQTakEgGU4PYRUT_C7g 1 CALL TO ORDER 2 ADOPTION OF AGENDA 3 DECLARATION OF PECUNIARY INTEREST 4 MINUTES & BUSINESS ARISING OUT OF THE MINUTES (a) Minutes from the Council meeting held on May 6, 2026. Regular Council - 06 May 2026 - Minutes - Pdf 5 PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD Submission deadline Tuesday, May 19 at noon. 6 PUBLIC MEETINGS & DRAINAGE MEETINGS Court of Revision Agenda (a) 6:00 p.m. - Court of Revision - Pearson-Sims Drain Branch A 2026 26-04-23 Notice of Sitting of Court of Revision Pearson-Sims Drain Branch A 2026 26-03-19 Pearson-Sims Drain 2025 Branch A Report Minor Variance Agenda (b) 6:10 p.m. - Minor Variance Application A08-26 submitted by 1000977063 Ontario Inc. (c/o Dwayne Minler) pertaining to lands described as Part Lots 9 & 10, Concession 3, (North Oxford) and municipally known as 643542 Road 64 Line, Township of Zorra. a08-26z -rpt 7 DELEGATIONS (a) 6:20 p.m. - Sydney Williams, Curator - Beachville Museum - Museum Update Delegation Form - Sidney Williams - - Pdf Regular Council - 20 May 2026 8 REPORTS FROM PUBLIC SERVICES DEPARTMENT 8.1 Roads Division No items. 8.2 Recreation and Facilities Division No items. 9 REPORTS FROM CORPORATE A [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed May 6, 2026 · 09:30 AM

Regular Council

Zorra Council to consider 2026 tax rates and multiple zoning changes

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.

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AGENDA Regular Council Township of Zorra 163 Brock Street May 6, 2026 at 9:30 AM Township of Zorra Council meetings are open to the public to attend. The public is also invited to view our meetings via live stream at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCceQkQTakEgGU4PYRUT_C7g 1 CALL TO ORDER 2 ADOPTION OF AGENDA 3 DECLARATION OF PECUNIARY INTEREST 4 MINUTES & BUSINESS ARISING OUT OF THE MINUTES (a) Minutes from the Council meeting held on April 15, 2026. Regular Council - 15 Apr 2026 - Minutes - Pdf 5 PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD Submission deadline Tuesday, May 5 at noon. 6 PUBLIC MEETINGS & DRAINAGE MEETINGS Minor Variance Agenda (a) 9:30 a.m. - Minor Variance Application A07-26 submitted by Brandon Twolan and Jacqueline Baker pertaining to lands described as Part Lot 12, Conc. 5 (West Zorra) Plan 41R7307, Part 1 and municipally known as 166 Argyle Street, Embro, Township of Zorra. a07-26z-rpt-20260421 Zoning Agenda (b) 9:30 a.m. - Zone Change Application ZN5-26-03 submitted by Eric and Michelle Hutchison pertaining to lands described as West Part Lot 5, Concession 3 (North Oxford) and municipally known as 194488 19th Line, Township of Zorra. 5-26-03_rpt (c) 9:30 a.m. - Zone Change Application ZN5-26-04 submitted by Mike Hishon, pertaining to lands described as Pt. Lot 36, Concession 5 (West Zorra) and municipally known as 984048 Perth-Oxford Road, Township of Zorra. Regular Council - 06 May 2026 5-26-04_rpt-20260411 (d) [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu Apr 23, 2026 · 04:00 PM

Embro Dog Park Committee

Le comité du parc à chiens visitera et évaluera deux sites potentiels

Le comité du parc à chiens d'Embro se réunira au parc Matheson pour examiner et évaluer deux emplacements proposés pour le parc à chiens : le parc Matheson et le centre communautaire Embro-Zorra. Le comité discutera également de la reconnaissance des donateurs et terminera une évaluation de la sélection du site à l'aide d'une fiche de notation. Aucune délégation publique ni aucun point de période de questions n'est inscrit.

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AGENDA Embro Dog Park Committee Township of Zorra SPECIAL LOCATION - Matheson Park 140 Argyle Street, Embro April 23, 2026 at 4:00 PM The committee will be reviewing dog park site locations at Matheson Park and then at the Embro-Zorra Community Centre 1 CALL TO ORDER 2 ADOPTION OF AGENDA 3 DECLARATION OF PECUNIARY INTEREST 4 MINUTES 4(a) Minutes from the EDPC meeting held on March 19, 2026. Embro Dog Park Committee - 19 Mar 2026 - Minutes - Pdf 5 DELEGATIONS No items. 6 BUSINESS ARISING FROM THE MINUTES No items. 7 REPORTS 7(a) Donor Recognition 7(b) Site Location Evaluation Embro Dog Park Site Selection Sheet 8 INFORMATION ITEMS No items. 9 PUBLIC QUESTION PERIOD Embro Dog Park Committee - 23 Apr 2026 10 NEXT MEETING The next regular EDPC meeting is scheduled for day, May 21, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. at the Embro-Zorra Community Centre. 11 ADJOURNMENT Page 2 of 6 MINUTES Embro Dog Park Committee Township of Zorra Embro-Zorra Community Centre March 19, 2026 at 4:00 PM An Embro Dog Park Committee meeting was held at 4:00 PM on March 19, 2026 at the Embro-Zorra Community Centre. Members Present: Crystal Finch, Ward 4 Councillor, Teighan Morris, , Deb Baker, , Carys Wyn Hughes, , Emily Moitoso, , and Diane Normand, Chair Staff Present: Sofia Caldwell, Manager of Recreation and Facilities and Maggie McLaughlin, Legislative Coordinator / Deputy Clerk 1 CALL TO ORDER Diane Normand calls the me [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Apr 15, 2026 · 06:00 PM

Regular Council

Council to consider Pearson‑Sims Drain By‑law and two minor variance applications

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.

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AGENDA Regular Council Township of Zorra 163 Brock Street April 15, 2026 at 6:00 PM Township of Zorra Council meetings are open to the public to attend. The public is also invited to view our meetings via live stream at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCceQkQTakEgGU4PYRUT_C7g 1 CALL TO ORDER 2 ADOPTION OF AGENDA 3 DECLARATION OF PECUNIARY INTEREST 4 MINUTES & BUSINESS ARISING OUT OF THE MINUTES (a) Minutes from the Council meeting held on April 1, 2026. Regular Council - 01 Apr 2026 - Minutes - Pdf 5 PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD Submission deadline Tuesday, April 14 at noon. 6 PUBLIC MEETINGS & DRAINAGE MEETINGS Consideration of Report Agenda (a) 6:00 p.m. - Consideration of Report - Pearson-Sims Drain Branch A 2025 26-04-01 Notice of Meeting to Consider Engineers Report - Pearson Sims Drain 2026 26-03-19 Pearson-Sims Drain 2025 Branch A Report 060882 Pearson-Sims Drain Branch A Presentation Minor Variance Agenda (b) 6:15 p.m. - Minor Variance Application A06-25 submitted by Dimmers Farms Ltd. pertaining to lands described as Lot 4 and 5, Concession 3 (North Oxford) and municipally known as 623247 Road 62, Township of Zorra. a06-25z -rpt (c) 6:15 p.m. - Minor Variance Application A06-26 submitted by Steele Hall Farm Inc. (c/o John Steele) pertaining to lands described as East ½ Lot 9, Concession 10, (East Nissouri) and municipally known as 195541 19th Line, Township of Zorra. Regular Council - 15 Apr 2026 a06-26z -rpt [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Apr 1, 2026 · 09:30 AM

Regular Council

Council will vote on a Federal Drain By-law amendment and an Ehgoetz zone change.

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.

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AGENDA Regular Council Township of Zorra 163 Brock Street April 1, 2026 at 9:30 AM Township of Zorra Council meetings are open to the public to attend. The public is also invited to view our meetings via live stream at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCceQkQTakEgGU4PYRUT_C7g 1 CALL TO ORDER 2 ADOPTION OF AGENDA 3 DECLARATION OF PECUNIARY INTEREST 4 MINUTES & BUSINESS ARISING OUT OF THE MINUTES (a) Minutes from the Council meeting held on March 18, 2025. Regular Council - 18 Mar 2026 - Minutes - Pdf 5 PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD Submission deadline Tuesday, March 31 at noon. 6 PUBLIC MEETINGS & DRAINAGE MEETINGS Minor Variance Agenda (a) 9:30 a.m. - Minor Variance Application A04-26 submitted by Dairydale Farms Ltd. (Kurtis Garner) pertaining to lands described as Part Lots 18 and 19, Concession 4, (West Zorra) and municipally known as 376135 37th Line, Township of Zorra. a04-26z -rpt (b) 9:30 a.m. - Minor Variance Application A05-26 submitted by Van Westerop Farms Ltd and Francis Van Westerop pertaining to lands described as West ½ Lot 32, Concession 10, (East Nissouri) and municipally known as 156938 15th Line, Township of Zorra. A05-26-Rpt (c) 9:30 a.m. - Official Plan Amendment OP25-17-5 submitted by John and Susanne Langlois pertaining to lands described as Part Lot 11, Conc. 4, (West Zorra), save and except the lands contained within Registered Plan 41M-361, Township of Zorra and municipally known as 375653 37th Line. [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu Mar 19, 2026 · 04:00 PM

Embro Dog Park Committee

Committee to endorse criteria and evaluate two dog park site options

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.

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Embro-Zorra Community Centre
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AGENDA Embro Dog Park Committee Township of Zorra Embro-Zorra Community Centre March 19, 2026 at 4:00 PM 1 CALL TO ORDER 2 ADOPTION OF AGENDA 3 DECLARATION OF PECUNIARY INTEREST 4 MINUTES 4(a) Minutes from the EDPC meeting held on March 19, 2026. Embro Dog Park Committee - 19 Feb 2026 - Minutes - Pdf 5 DELEGATIONS No items. 6 BUSINESS ARISING FROM THE MINUTES No items. 7 REPORTS 7(a) Fundraising Roundtable 7(b) Report from Manager of Recreation and Facilities regarding Scope of Project and Location Evaluation 2026-029 - Dog Park - Scope of Project Assessment - Pdf 8 INFORMATION ITEMS No items. 9 PUBLIC QUESTION PERIOD No items. 10 NEXT MEETING The next regular EDPC meeting is scheduled for Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. at the Embro-Zorra Community Centre. Embro Dog Park Committee - 19 Mar 2026 11 ADJOURNMENT Page 2 of 10 MINUTES Embro Dog Park Committee Township of Zorra Embro-Zorra Community Centre February 19, 2026 at 4:00 PM An Embro Dog Park Committee meeting was held at 4:00 PM on February 19, 2026 at the Embro-Zorra Community Centre. Members Present: Crystal Finch, Ward 4 Councillor, Teighan Morris, , Carys Wyn Hughes, , Emily Moitoso, , and Diane Normand, Chair Staff Present: Sofia Caldwell, Manager of Recreation and Facilities and Maggie McLaughlin, Legislative Coordinator / Deputy Clerk 1 CALL TO ORDER Diane Normand calls the meeting to order at 4:00 p.m. 2 ADOPTIO [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Mar 18, 2026 · 06:00 PM

Regular Council

Zorra Council to consider four land-use applications on March 18

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.

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AGENDA Regular Council Township of Zorra 163 Brock Street March 18, 2026 at 6:00 PM Township of Zorra Council meetings are open to the public to attend. The public is also invited to view our meetings via live stream at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCceQkQTakEgGU4PYRUT_C7g 1 CALL TO ORDER 2 ADOPTION OF AGENDA 3 DECLARATION OF PECUNIARY INTEREST 4 MINUTES & BUSINESS ARISING OUT OF THE MINUTES (a) Minutes from the Council meeting held on March 4, 2026. Regular Council - 04 Mar 2026 - Minutes - Pdf 5 PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD Submission deadline Tuesday, March 17 at noon. 6 PUBLIC MEETINGS & DRAINAGE MEETINGS Minor Variance Agenda (a) 6:00 p.m. - Minor Variance Application A01-26 submitted by Wesley Donker pertaining to lands described as West ½ Lot 28 and 29, Concession 6, (West Zorra) and municipally known as 416674 41st Line, Township of Zorra. a01-26z -rpt (b) 6:00 p.m. - Minor Variance Application A02-26 submitted by 2192528 Ontario Inc. (Sara McCready) pertaining to lands described as Pt. Lot 13, Concession 1 (North Oxford) and municipally known as 663805 Road 66, Township of Zorra. a02-26z -rpt (c) 6:00 p.m. - Minor Variance Application A03-26 submitted by 1000235700 Ontario Inc. (Christy Brekelmans) pertaining to lands described as Part Lot 2, Concession 13 North (East Nissouri) and municipally known as 255104 25th Line, Township of Zorra. a03-26z -rpt Zoning Agenda Regular Council - 18 Mar 2026 (d) 6:00 p.m. [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Mar 4, 2026 · 09:30 AM

Regular Council

Council will consider several zoning change applications and related by‑laws

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.

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AGENDA Regular Council Township of Zorra 163 Brock Street March 4, 2026 at 9:30 AM Township of Zorra Council meetings are open to the public to attend. The public is also invited to view our meetings via live stream at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCceQkQTakEgGU4PYRUT_C7g 1 CALL TO ORDER 2 ADOPTION OF AGENDA 3 DECLARATION OF PECUNIARY INTEREST 4 MINUTES & BUSINESS ARISING OUT OF THE MINUTES (a) Minutes from the Council meeting held on February 18, 2026. Regular Council - 18 Feb 2026 - Minutes - Pdf 5 PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD Submission deadline Tuesday, March 3 at noon. 6 PUBLIC MEETINGS & DRAINAGE MEETINGS Zoning Agenda (a) 9:30 a.m. - Zone Change Application ZN 5-25-16 submitted by Randy Barber pertaining to lands described as Lots 1-2, 11-13, Part Lots 3-10, 14, 15, Plan 96, Part 2 of 41R-1238, Part Lot 21, Concession 1 (North Oxford) and municipally known as 434932 43rd Line, Township of Zorra. zn5-25-16_rpt (b) 9:30 a.m. - Zone Change Application ZN 5-26-01 submitted by Ryan and Christie Eghoetz pertaining to lands described as Pt. Lot 33, Concession 13 (East Nissouri) and municipally known as 257010 25th Line, Township of Zorra. 5-26-01_rpt-20260220 7 DELEGATIONS No items. Regular Council - 04 Mar 2026 8 REPORTS FROM PUBLIC SERVICES DEPARTMENT 8.1 Roads Division (a) Report 2026-025 from the Director of Public Services regarding Financial Strategy for the Purchase of a New 2027 Tandem Axel Combination Pl [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu Feb 19, 2026 · 04:00 PM

Embro Dog Park Committee

Committee discusses fundraising and donation options for Embro Dog Park

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.

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Embro-Zorra Community Centre
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AGENDA Embro Dog Park Committee Township of Zorra Embro-Zorra Community Centre February 19, 2026 at 4:00 PM 1 CALL TO ORDER 2 ADOPTION OF AGENDA 3 DECLARATION OF PECUNIARY INTEREST 4 MINUTES 4(a) Minutes from the EDPC meeting held on January 22, 2026. Embro Dog Park Committee - 22 Jan 2026 - Minutes - Pdf 5 DELEGATIONS No items. 6 BUSINESS ARISING FROM THE MINUTES No items. 7 REPORTS 7(a) Fundraising Roundtable 7(b) Volunteer Management 7(c) Merchandise Discussion 8 INFORMATION ITEMS 8(a) Donation Form Embro Dog Park Donation Form Two-Pager 9 PUBLIC QUESTION PERIOD 10 NEXT MEETING The next regular EDPC meeting is scheduled for Thursday March 19, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. at the Embro-Zorra Community Centre. Embro Dog Park Committee - 19 Feb 2026 11 ADJOURNMENT Page 2 of 7 MINUTES Embro Dog Park Committee Township of Zorra Embro-Zorra Community Centre January 22, 2026 at 4:00 PM An Embro Dog Park Committee meeting was held at 4:00 PM on January 22, 2026 at the Embro-Zorra Community Centre. Members Present: Carys Wyn Hughes, , Diane Normand, Chair, Emily Moitoso, , and Teighan Morris Staff Present: Sofia Caldwell, Manager of Recreation and Facilities and Maggie McLaughlin, Legislative Coordinator / Deputy Clerk 1 CALL TO ORDER The Chair calls the meeting to order at 4:01 p.m. 2 ADOPTION OF AGENDA 01-01-2026 Moved by Emily Moitoso Seconded by Diane Normand THAT the agenda be ado [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Feb 18, 2026 · 06:00 PM

Regular Council

Council will consider a minor variance for Prychley Wood Farms Ltd. at 316632 Line

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).

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AGENDA Regular Council Township of Zorra 163 Brock Street February 18, 2026 at 6:00 PM Township of Zorra Council meetings are open to the public to attend. The public is also invited to view our meetings via live stream at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCceQkQTakEgGU4PYRUT_C7g 1 CALL TO ORDER 2 ADOPTION OF AGENDA 3 DECLARATION OF PECUNIARY INTEREST 4 MINUTES & BUSINESS ARISING OUT OF THE MINUTES (a) Minutes from the Council meeting held on February 4, 2026. Regular Council - 04 Feb 2026 - Minutes - Pdf 5 PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD Submission deadline Tuesday, February 17 at noon. 6 PUBLIC MEETINGS & DRAINAGE MEETINGS Minor Variance Agenda (a) 6:00 p.m. - Minor Variance Application A19-25 submitted by Prychley Wood Farms Ltd. pertaining to lands described as Lot 27 & Part Lot 28, Conc. 2 (West Zorra) and municipally known as 316632 Line, Township of Zorra. a19-25z -rpt Zoning Agenda (b) 6:00 p.m. - Zone Change Application ZN 5-25-14 submitted by Mike Hishon pertaining to lands described Pt. Lot 36, Concession 5 West (West Zorra) and municipally known as 984048 Perth-Oxford Road, Township of Zorra. 5-25-14_rpt-20260114 7 DELEGATIONS (a) 6:30 p.m. - Robert Hogg - Severance Condition Delegation Form - ROBERT HOGG - - Pdf Regular Council - 18 Feb 2026 8 REPORTS FROM PUBLIC SERVICES DEPARTMENT 8.1 Roads Division No items. 8.2 Recreation and Facilities Division No items. 9 REPORTS FROM CORPORATE AND PROTECTIVE SERV [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Feb 4, 2026 · 09:30 AM

Regular Council

Council will consider a motion to create a new property tax class

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.

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AGENDA Regular Council Township of Zorra 163 Brock Street February 4, 2026 at 9:30 AM Township of Zorra Council meetings are open to the public to attend. The public is also invited to view our meetings via live stream at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCceQkQTakEgGU4PYRUT_C7g 1 CALL TO ORDER 2 ADOPTION OF AGENDA 3 DECLARATION OF PECUNIARY INTEREST 4 MINUTES & BUSINESS ARISING OUT OF THE MINUTES (a) Minutes from the Council meeting held on January 22, 2026. Regular Council - 22 Jan 2026 - Minutes - Pdf 5 PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD Submission deadline Tuesday, February 3 at noon. 6 PUBLIC MEETINGS & DRAINAGE MEETINGS Minor Variance Agenda (a) 9:30 a.m. - Minor Variance Application A20-25 submitted by David Kasubeck and Laura Fletcher pertaining to lands described as Plan 987, Lot 6 E, Part Lot 5, Thamesford and municipally known as 221 McCarty Street, Thamesford, Township of Zorra. a20-25z 7 DELEGATIONS (a) 9:45 a.m. - Tracy Annett and Brian Petrie, Upper Thames River Conservation Authority - 2026 Budget UTRCA 2026 Draft Budget Presentation - Zorra 8 REPORTS FROM PUBLIC SERVICES DEPARTMENT 8.1 Roads Division (a) Report 2026-015 from the Director of Public Works regarding Emergency Regular Council - 04 Feb 2026 Culvert Replacement Financial Strategy 2026-015 - Emergency Culvert Replacement on the 23rd Line - Pdf (b) Report 2026-014 from the Director of Public Services regarding Roads Division Q4 Update 2026-014 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu Jan 22, 2026 · 04:00 PM

Embro Dog Park Committee

Committee to adopt schedule for upcoming Embro Dog Park meetings

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.

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AGENDA Embro Dog Park Committee Township of Zorra Embro-Zorra Community Centre January 22, 2026 at 4:00 PM 1 CALL TO ORDER 2 ADOPTION OF AGENDA 3 DECLARATION OF PECUNIARY INTEREST 4 MINUTES No items. 5 DELEGATIONS No items. 6 BUSINESS ARISING FROM THE MINUTES No items. 7 REPORTS 7(a) Committee Orientation Presentation Embro Dog Park - Orientation Powerpoint 7(b) Committee Chair Presentation Role of the Chair 7(c) Report 2026-011 from the Legislative Coordinator / Deputy Clerk regarding the EDPC Meeting Schedule 2026-011 - Embro Dog Park Meeting Schedule - Pdf 8 INFORMATION ITEMS No items. 9 PUBLIC QUESTION PERIOD 10 NEXT MEETING The next regular EDPC meeting is TBD. Embro Dog Park Committee - 22 Jan 2026 11 ADJOURNMENT Page 2 of 24 Committee Orientation Embro Dog Park January 22, 2026 Page 3 of 24 Committee Orientation - Agenda • Terms of Reference • Project Fundraising • Social Media • Work Plan Page 4 of 24 Terms of Reference – Duties and Functions • Create and carry out fundraising plan • Draft conceptual plans • Submit final site selection for Council approval • Stay updated on project progress through staff reports and meeting minutes • Provide construction input, when necessary • Attend ribbon-cutting • Disband once fundraising complete and project complete Page 5 of 24 Orientation – Making Recommendations Page 6 of 24 Project Fundraising Embro Dog Park January 22, 2026 Page 7 of 24 Fundraising Inc [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu Jan 22, 2026 · 09:30 AM

Regular Council

Council will consider several by-law motions, including a borrowing by-law

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.

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AGENDA Regular Council Township of Zorra 163 Brock Street January 22, 2026 at 9:30 AM Township of Zorra Council meetings are open to the public to attend. The public is also invited to view our meetings via live stream at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCceQkQTakEgGU4PYRUT_C7g 1 CALL TO ORDER 2 ADOPTION OF AGENDA 3 DECLARATION OF PECUNIARY INTEREST 4 MINUTES & BUSINESS ARISING OUT OF THE MINUTES (a) Minutes from the Council meeting held on December 17, 2025 Regular Council - 17 Dec 2025 - Minutes - Pdf 5 PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD Submission deadline Wednesday, January 21 at noon. 6 PUBLIC MEETINGS & DRAINAGE MEETINGS No items. 7 DELEGATIONS (a) 9:30 a.m. - Frank Gross and Shawn Vanacker, Oxford County Public Works - 2025 Speed and Road Safety Presentation Delegation Form - Brittany Pottruff - - Pdf Zorra Council Presentation (b) 9:45 a.m. - Tim Van de Kemp, Harrington and Area Community Association - Reading Circle Request Delegation Form - Tim Van de Kemp - - Pdf Reading Circle Proposal (c) 10:00 a.m. - Sarah Hamulecki and Marcus Ryan, Warden, Oxford County - Safe and Well Presentation AM Presentation Regular Council - 22 Jan 2026 (d) 10:30 a.m. - Caitlin Port and Mal Wensierski, MHBC Planning - Amrize 33rd Line Road Closure Delegation Form - Caitlin Port - - Pdf Amrize Cover Letter - Permanent Closing and Purchase of a Portion of 33rd Line vF Potential Road Closure Location Map January14 2026 8 REPORTS FROM [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]