Alnwick/Haldimand meeting summaries, agendas, and minutes

Alnwick/Haldimand council weighs zoning changes, arena repair funds; no decisions published yet

The Township of Alnwick/Haldimand held three meetings in the past two weeks, but no decisions have been published yet. The most consequential items on the agenda include a $10,000 withdrawal for arena repairs and several zoning by-law amendments. All three meetings are listed as agenda only, with minutes not yet available.

Council meeting (July 28)

The Municipal Planning / Regular Council meeting considered four zoning by-law amendments, a development agreement, and a funding withdrawal. Specifically, the agenda included:

• By-law #2026-58: General Zoning By-law Amendment for Farm Produce Outlets and Shipping Containers
• By-law #2026-59: Execute Development Agreement for 285 Cherry Hill Road
• By-law #2026-50: Set Remuneration and Expenses for Members of Council (2026-2030 Term)
• Authorize $10,000 withdrawal from General Government - Working Capital reserve for Grafton Community Centre flood claim

The by-law #2026-58 appears twice on the agenda, but no vote or outcome has been reported.

Committee of Adjustment / Land Division (July 28)

The committee reviewed two consent amendments:

• A proposed amendment to AH20/2024 (Estate of Graham Stratford, 265 Cherry Hill Rd) to add a development agreement for archaeological and environmental studies.
• A proposed extension to March 6, 2027, for P.A.C.I.F.I.C INC (Bijan Pardis) to fulfill conditions for two rural residential lots on McGlennon Rd (AH01-2024 & AH02-2024).

Both items were on the agenda; no decisions have been published.

Fundraising committee (August 5)

The Haldimand Memorial Arena & Recreational Complex Fundraising Ad Hoc Committee discussed committee events, reviewed working group updates, and approved the agenda and minutes from the July 2, 2026 meeting. No specific actions or outcomes were reported.

Coming up

No upcoming meetings are listed for the next 14 days. Residents should check the township’s official website for future agendas and minutes.

Alnwick/Haldimand council agenda included zoning by-laws and $10,000 arena repair withdrawal

Township of Alnwick/Haldimand council had a full agenda for its July 28 meeting, with four zoning by-law amendments, a development agreement, and a $10,000 reserve withdrawal for Grafton Community Centre flood repairs all listed for consideration. Minutes from that meeting have not yet been published, so outcomes — including vote tallies — are not yet confirmed in the public record.

Council meeting: zoning, remuneration, and flood claim funding

The July 28 Municipal Planning and Regular Council meeting agenda listed several items for council action:

• **By-law #2026-58** — A general zoning by-law amendment covering farm produce outlets and shipping containers. This item appeared twice on the agenda.
• **By-law #2026-59** — Authorization to execute a development agreement for 285 Cherry Hill Road.
• **By-law #2026-50** — Setting remuneration and expenses for members of council for the 2026–2030 term.
• **$10,000 withdrawal** — Authorization to draw $10,000 from the General Government – Working Capital reserve fund for a Grafton Community Centre flood claim.

Because minutes have not been published, it is not yet possible to confirm which by-laws were passed, whether the reserve withdrawal was approved, or how council members voted.

Committee of Adjustment: lot creation and consent amendments

Also on July 28, the Committee of Adjustment / Land Division met to consider two items:

• A proposed amendment to consent file **AH20/2024** (Estate of Graham Stratford, 265 Cherry Hill Rd) that would add a development agreement requiring archaeological and environmental studies.
• A proposed extension to **March 6, 2027** for P.A.C.I.F.I.C INC (Bijan Pardis) to fulfill conditions tied to two rural residential lots on McGlennon Road, filed under consent applications AH01-2024 and AH02-2024.

Again, minutes are not yet available, so the outcomes of these items are not confirmed.

Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee

On July 20, the Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee was scheduled to receive an update from the Manager of Parks, Recreation & Facilities on maintenance at Nawautin sanctuary and Vernonville Community Centre. The committee was also set to approve its June 15, 2026 minutes and hear working group updates. No other new business or public hearings were listed. Minutes from this meeting have not been published.

What this means for residents

The zoning by-law amendment on farm produce outlets and shipping containers could affect how agricultural properties operate and what structures are permitted on them. The $10,000 reserve withdrawal for the Grafton Community Centre flood claim relates to repairing a public facility. The council remuneration by-law sets pay for the upcoming 2026–2030 term. The Committee of Adjustment items involve residential lot creation and development conditions on specific local properties.

Until minutes are published, residents should treat all of the above as agenda items that were scheduled for discussion or decision — not as confirmed outcomes.

Coming up

No upcoming meetings are listed on the township's published schedule for the next 14 days. Residents are encouraged to check the Township of Alnwick/Haldimand website for any newly posted agendas or schedule updates.

Alnwick/Haldimand council set to weigh zoning changes, community funding; arena fundraising committee outlines recognition plan

Council to consider zoning amendments and road allowance closure

Alnwick/Haldimand Council is scheduled to meet June 23 to vote on two zoning by-law amendments affecting 10063 County Road 2 and Lot 9, Concession 4. The same agenda includes a proposed closing and conveying of road allowances at 843 Eddystone Road.

Council will also review quarterly reports from planning, public works, and fire services.

Community funding requests on the agenda

Several local funding requests are listed for council's consideration:

• Up to $3,500 for Canada Day 2026 celebrations.
• Up to $4,000 for Nawautin Nature Sanctuary maintenance.
• Proposed $2,260 in financial support for the Township Town Crier.

Minutes for the June 23 council meeting had not been published as of July 6, so outcomes are not yet confirmed.

Committee of Adjustment to review Fife consent application

Also on June 23, the Committee of Adjustment is scheduled to consider a single consent application, AH-02/2026, filed by Melissa and Robert Fife. The application seeks to sever a parcel for a lot addition and create an easement in Part Lot 16, Concession 2, Alnwick Township.

The agenda recommends approval subject to conditions, including a registered survey, a DWG file, deed consolidation, a legal opinion, and tax payment clearance. The committee is also scheduled to approve the agenda and previous meeting minutes. Minutes were not yet published as of July 6.

Arena fundraising committee outlines donation recognition levels

The Haldimand Memorial Arena and Recreational Complex Fundraising Ad Hoc Committee met July 2 to continue planning its campaign. According to the agenda summary, the committee had previously adopted donation recognition levels ranging from $1,000–$4,999 up to $250,000+, with permanent wall and photo opportunities for donors.

The committee also planned a Canada Day booth featuring hockey nets, lock boxes, and donation pledge forms, and approved t-shirts bearing the municipal logo and a pop-up banner for fundraising events. Social media posts and website changes were approved to raise campaign awareness.

The committee recommended that Council endorse a Donor Bill of Rights.

Minutes for the July 2 meeting had not been published as of July 6.

Coming up

No upcoming meetings are listed in the next 14 days, according to the available schedule. Residents are encouraged to check the Township of Alnwick/Haldimand website for any newly posted meetings or agenda additions.

Arena committee establishes donor wall levels; Council to consider zoning, event funds

The Haldimand Memorial Arena Fundraising Ad Hoc Committee approved donation recognition levels ranging from $1,000 to $250,000 and planned a Canada Day outreach booth, while the municipal council prepared to vote on zoning changes and community funding requests.

Arena donor recognition program

On July 2, the committee formalized a tiered recognition system for contributions to the arena fundraising campaign. Donors at the $1,000–$4,999 level will be acknowledged alongside those giving $250,000 or more, with permanent wall displays and photo opportunities outlined in the plan. The committee also approved campaign-branded t-shirts using the municipal logo, a pop-up banner for events, and social media content to raise awareness. It recommended that council endorse a Donor Bill of Rights.

The committee spent part of the meeting reviewing preparations for a Canada Day booth that featured hockey nets, lock boxes, and pledge forms.

Council to weigh zoning, road closure, and grants

Council’s June 23 regular meeting agenda includes two zoning by-law amendments—for 10063 County Road 2 and for Lot 9, Concession 4—as well as a proposal to close and convey a road allowance at 843 Eddystone Road. Members will also consider:

• Up to $3,500 for Canada Day 2026 celebrations
• Up to $4,000 for maintenance at the Nawautin Nature Sanctuary
• A proposed $2,260 in financial support for the Township Town Crier

Quarterly reports from planning, public works, and fire services are also on the agenda. Minutes from this meeting have not yet been published, so final votes are not available.

Land division consent application

On June 23, the Committee of Adjustment reviewed a consent application from Melissa and Robert Fife to sever a parcel in Part Lot 16, Concession 2, Alnwick Township for a lot addition and an easement. The agenda recommends approval subject to conditions including a registered survey, a digital DWG file, deed consolidation, a legal opinion, and payment of taxes. The file is numbered AH-02/2026. As with the council meeting, minutes are not yet public.

Coming up

No public meetings are scheduled in the next 14 days, as of July 5, 2026.