Zorra council to weigh road closure, fire station site, and dog park construction
No decisions were made at Zorra's three meetings this week — all were agenda-only, with minutes not yet published. The most consequential item on the table is a request from Amrize (LaFarge) to close and purchase 33rd Line, which council will hear as a delegation at its regular meeting. Also pending are a recommendation on the future Embro Fire Station site and a proposal to advance construction of the Embro dog park to 2026.
Regular Council — August 13
Council's agenda includes a delegation from Amrize Canada about closing and purchasing 33rd Line, along with a recommendation on the future Embro Fire Station site. Several by-laws are up for a vote, including a new Special Event By-law (No. 46-26) and an Entrance By-law.
Other items on the agenda:
- Zone change application 5-26-06 by Paul and Jayme Claessens for Part Lot 22, Concession 3, 642914 Road 64
- Bridge 140 and Bridge Culvert 70 tender results and recommendation
- Cobble Hills Road upload from County Road 2 to Road 84
No vote tallies or dollar amounts were listed in the agenda.
Embro Dog Park Committee
The committee will consider a request from Chair Diane Normand to advance construction of the Embro dog park to 2026. The request cites $19,000 in raised funds against a total project cost of $23,500. The committee will also review construction timelines, additional amenities (lighting, water, waste receptacles), and a fundraising update including Garagefest and potential donations from Carmuse and Lafarge.
A Zorra Council resolution from July 15, 2026 declined water installation at the park and deferred the accessible trail to the 2027 budget. That resolution is part of the committee's discussion materials.
Special Council
A special council meeting on August 21 was largely procedural. The main substantive item was a closed session under Municipal Act s. 239.2(h) to discuss information supplied in confidence by a senior government regarding the Development Charges Reduction Program. The open portion included agenda adoption, declarations of interest, and a public comment period. Council also considered a confirmatory by-law (51-26) to ratify the meeting's proceedings. The meeting was not livestreamed.
Coming up
No upcoming meetings are listed for the next 14 days. Residents should check the township's official calendar for future notices.