That By-law 2026-071 to confirm and adopt the proceedings of Council at the Special Meeting held on September 9, 2026 listed herein be signed and sealed by the Mayor and Clerk.
That the minutes of boards, committees and other organizations listed herein, be received as information: 1) Minutes of the Severn Sound Environmental Association of April 30, 2026 2) Minutes of the Severn Sound Source Protection Authority of April 30, 2026 3) Minutes of the Professional Health Services Complex Ad Hoc Committee Meeting of May 5, 2026 4) Minutes of the Agricultural Advisory Committ
Whereas the Township of Stone Mills and numerous municipalities across Ontario have expressed concern regarding amendments to Ontario's Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act that exclude records of the Premier, Cabinet Ministers and their staff from public access requests; and, Whereas these amendments, including provisions with retroactive application, may unnecessarily restrict pu
That the Huronia West OPP Resolution regarding Traffic Calming and Speed Mitigation Techniques be received as information; and, That Council hereby supports the resolution to advocate that the province expand its stated interest and financial commitment to include all municipalities in Ontario, adopting a province-wide approach to public safety and thereby ensuring the well-being of all Ontarians;
That the Special meeting of the Council of the Township of Springwater of September 2, 2026 come to order at 5:00 p.m.
That the matter now before Council be
That the by-laws listed herein be signed and sealed by the Mayor and Clerk 2026-062 Ontario Infrastructure and Lands Corporation (OILC) Application for Long-Term Borrowing 2026-063 Authorization to Issue Debentures for Capital Works
That Council, having held a Public Meeting in accordance with Section 34 of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. P 13, as amended, for Zoning By-law Amendment ZB-2026-006 by Brian Hancock on behalf of Mark Furlong, owner of the subject lands, having noted correspondence and input received, direct: That the application be approved and that the appropriate document(s) be submitted to Council for consid
That the delegation from the Severn Sound Environmental Association, be received.
That the Memo from the Elmvale District Highschool Donation Fund Ad Hoc Committee Regarding Funding Recommendation - EDHS Fit Trrail Park, be received; and, That Council hereby supports the request from the Elmvale District Highschool Donation Fund Ad Hoc Committee to allocate an upset limit of $185,215.44 towards a Fit Trail on the EDHS Property from the EDHS Fundraising Efforts account.
That the Report items listed herein, be received as information, with the exception of item 13.8, to be dealt with separately. 13.2 - Changes to the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (MFIPPA) 13.3 - Traffic Calming Measures 13.4 - Natural Snow Fence Trial 13.5 - Springwater Township Subsidies for External Recreational Programs 13.6 - Procurement By-law Authorities and
That the by-laws listed herein be signed and sealed by the Mayor and Clerk 2026-055 Special Event By-law 2026-056 Amend Parking By-law 2026-057 Delegation of Powers - Lame Duck 2026-058 Road Naming – SU-2025-002 (Cameron Estates Phase 3) 1200 Seadon Road 2026-059 OP-2024-001 - ZB-2024-002 - 1084 Coughlin Road (Bubel) 5000-418 LH-2026-001 - Thompson Phase 1 A 5000-419 ZB-2026-006 1804 Old Second No
That the Delegation from the Severn Sound Environmental Association be received.
That Action Report items 10.2 through to 10.10 be received; and, That the recommendations contained therein be approved, as presented, with the exception of of items 10.2, 10.4 and 10.10, to be dealt with separately. 10.2 - Draft Fence and Pool Enclosure By-law 10.3 - Special Events By-law Update 10.4 - Grenfel Community Park Outdoor Rink Board Replacement 10.5 - Request for Addendum to Swoop Fibe
That the report from the Manager of Municipal Law Enforcement regarding the draft Special Events By-law, dated June 17, 2026, be received; and, That the proposed draft Special Events By-law be presented for consideration at the July 8, 2026, Regular Council meeting.
That the report from the Director, Recreation, Parks, and Facilities regarding a Request for Addendum to Swoop Fiber Public Wifi, dated June 17, 2026, be received; and, That Council approve an addendum to the existing Wi ‑ Fi License Agreement with SwoopFiber Inc. (Swoop) to add the Elmvale Community Hall / Community Centre and associated parking area at 33 Queen Street West, Elmvale, for free pub
That the report from the Manager of Development Engineering regarding Doran Water Treatment Plant & Sewage Pumping Station - Security Reduction Request for Stage 2 Agreement, dated June 17, 2026, be received; and, That the total securities for this development be released in the amount of $18,314,372.84.
That the report from the Manager of Development Engineering regarding Carson Neighbourhood Phase 1B - Security Reduction Request of Water Treatment Plant, dated June 17, 2026, be received; and, That the total securities for this development be released by the amount of $3,222,564.50.
That the report from the Director, Public Works and Infrastructure regarding Award of 2026-32-PW – Professional Engineering Consulting Services for Roads Needs Study, dated June 17, 2026, be received; and, That Council award contract RFP 2026-32-PW to R.J. Burnside & Associates Limited for the provision of professional engineering consulting services for the Roads Needs Study, in in the amount of
That the report from the Manager of Development Engineering regarding Midhurst Heights Phase 1CD Servicing & Site Alteration works - Security Reduction Request for Stage 1 & Stage 2 Agreements, dated June 17, 2026, be received; and, That the total securities for this development be released by the amount of $29,014.50 + $2,545,815.98 for a total of $2,574,830.45.
That this Public Meeting of Council held under Section 34 of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. P 13, as amended, for for Zoning By-law Amendments ZB-2026-002 by C. Jungkunz on behalf of G. Begley, owners of the subject lands, and ZB-2026-003 by L. Sandoval (Groundswell Planning Inc.) on behalf of 1000940902 Ontario Inc., owners of the subject lands, be called to order at 6:36 PM.
That the confidential memo from the Chief Administrative Officer regarding the Update - Third Party Notice of Claim/Demand Letter, dated April 1, 2026, be received.
That the by-laws listed herein be signed and sealed by the Mayor and Clerk: 2026-014 Mandatory Septic Reinspection By-law 2026-015 Professional Health Services Hub Ad Hoc Committee Appointments 2026-016 Amend Elmvale Business Improvement Area Board Appointments 2026-017 Amend Elmvale Community Recreation Association Appointments 2026-018 Amend Procedure By-law 2026-019 Amend Fill & Site Alteration
That the Special meeting of the Council of the Township of Springwater of March 18, 2026 come to order at 5:04 p.m.
That Council, having held a Public Meeting in accordance with Section 34 of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. P 13, as amended, for Zoning By-law Amendment ZB-2026-001 by MHBC Planning on behalf of Clarose Midhurst GP Inc., owners of the subject lands, having noted correspondence and input received, direct: That the application be
That the recommendation from the EDHS Donation Fund Ad Hoc Committee, be received. Amended C536B-2025 Moved by Alexander Seconded by Garwood That the motion now before Council be amended as follows: Add And That Council hereby supports the request from the EDHS Donation Fund Ad Hoc Committee, approving the release of an upset limit of $25,000 to EDHS for upgraded volleyball system.
That the recommendation from the EDHS Donation Fund Ad Hoc Committee, be received. And That Council hereby supports the request from the EDHS Donation Fund Ad Hoc Committee, approving the release of an upset limit of $25,000 to EDHS for upgraded volleyball system.
Whereas the Township of Springwater recognizes the importance of making our community accessible. Whereas the Hillsdale Community Recreation Association has obtained a quote for a removable ramp to be installed at the Hillsdale Community Centre for residents needing wheelchairs, walkers, canes and strollers. Now Therefore Be It Resolved that $1,465 be
That the Township of Springwater approve the allocation of $2,535 from Ward 2 discretionary fund to the Elmvale & District Food Bank for the purchase of food, particularly perishable items such as dairy, meat, and vegetables; And that staff be directed to issue the contribution as soon as possible to ensure timely support for holiday season. Amended C549B-2025 Moved by Moore Seconded by Fisher Tha
That the Township of Springwater approve the allocation of $2,535 from Ward 2 discretionary fund and the remainder of the Ward 4 discretionary fund to the Elmvale & District Food Bank for the purchase of food, particularly perishable items such as dairy, meat, and vegetables; And that staff be directed to issue the contribution as soon as possible to ensure timely support for holiday season.
That the presentation from the Severn Sound Environmental Association regarding the 2026 budget request, be received.
That the Special meeting of the Council of the Township of Springwater of November 12, 2025 come to order at 6:30 p.m.
That Council temporarily waive its procedure by-law in order to table a motion without notice
Whereas on 2 occasions, the Mayor has purported to veto council decisions on November 05/25 and November 10/2025; and, Whereas the Mayors veto – veto’s the confirming by-law of the two meetings where Council passed resolutions C446-2025 and C452-2025 which are not by-laws; and, Whereas the Mayors veto did not have the effect of vetoing the resolutions (C446 & C452) the resolutions stand; and, Now
That the Delegation introducing the Orr Lake Ratepayers Association, be received.
Whereas Council has received requests from residents to review zoning provisions related to the parking of special vehicles, including school buses and recreational/travel trailers; and, Whereas the Township’s Zoning By-law 5000, as amended, under Section 3.41, limits the storage/parking of one (1) licensed, operational school bus to the Rural Residential (RR) Zone; and, Whereas the Township’s Zon
That the Special meeting of the Council of the Township of Springwater of November 5, 2025 come to order at 5:00p.m.
That Council hereby directs staff to release the legal opinion from Loopstra Nixon LLP to the public on the November 5, 2025 Regular Council agenda immediately and the Township's website.
That Correspondence items 9.2 through to 9.13 be received as information: 9.2 - Correspondence from Loopstra Nixon on behalf of SCS Consulting Group on behalf of the Midhurst Landowners Group dated October 1, 2025 re: Joint Land Needs Analysis and Study - Stage 3 Engineering Analysis 9.3 - Correspondence from the County of Simcoe dated October 2, 2025 re: County to hold Public Meeting on proposed
That By-law 2025-082 to confirm and adopt the proceedings of Council at the Regular Meeting held on October 1, 2025 listed herein be signed and sealed by the Mayor and Clerk.