Deseronto public meetings in 2024
30 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Water & Sewer Liaison Board
The Water & Sewer Liaison Board will discuss new serviced water and sewer units at Ferry Lane and the FNTI hangar building, and review a community capacity assessment for the MBQ plants. It will examine the North Street Development’s impacts on traffic, waste, emergency services, infrastructure and water‑sewer services. The board will also compile a working group report for the Town of Deseronto‑MBQ contractual agreement slated for November 2025 and consider a stand‑pipe replacement report.
- New serviced water & sewer units – Ferry Lane and FNTI hangar building
- Capacity assessment study for MBQ plant and Town of Deseronto allocated capacity
- North Street Development review – traffic, waste, emergency services, infrastructure, water & sewer
- Town of Deseronto and MBQ contractual agreement – November 2025 (working‑group compilation)
- Stand pipe replacement report
Regular Council
The Deseronto Regular Council meeting will consider the adoption of the agenda, approval of minutes, and a presentation on the 2023 financial statements. It will approve the Schedule of Accounts numbered 19‑2024 for the amount of $67,583.64. The council will also review Traffic By‑Law 47‑17 Parking and discuss unfinished items such as the Video Surveillance Policy. Additional items include a staff report on reallocating the second Deputy Chief salary and a letter from Honourable Paul Calandra about changes to the Planning Act.
- Approval of Schedule of Accounts 19‑2024 for $67,583.64
- Review of Traffic By‑Law 47‑17 Parking
- Reallocation of second Deputy Chief salary (budget change)
- Video Surveillance Policy (unfinished business)
- Letter from Honourable Paul Calandra on Planning Act changes
Regular Council
The Deseronto Town Council will hear the 2023 financial statements presented by Baker Tilly and a standpipe presentation from Wes Henneberry of OCWA. Unfinished business includes a welcome package and a video surveillance policy. The council will approve the Schedule of Accounts and consider a severance application for comment before confirming the meeting proceedings by by-law.
- Presentation of 2023 financial statements by Baker Tilly
- Standpipe presentation by Wes Henneberry (OCWA)
- Discussion of Video Surveillance Policy (unfinished business)
- Approval of Schedule of Accounts (amount $283,200.07)
- Severance application for comment (new business)
Special Council Meeting
The Deseronto Town Council held a special meeting on November 26, 2024. Council adopted the meeting agenda, authorized a closed‑session for education and training purposes, and passed By‑law 45‑2024 to confirm the proceedings of the meeting. The meeting was then adjourned.
- Resolution 28-24-01 – Adoption of the meeting agenda
- Resolution 28-24-02 – Closed session for education/training under Section 239.3.1
- Resolution 28-24-03 – By‑law 45‑2024 to confirm the special council meeting proceedings
- Resolution 28-24-04 – Adjournment of the meeting
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on an application to reduce the minimum interior side‑yard provision from 1.5 metres to 1.143 metres at 320 Thomas Street, Deseronto. The meeting will also adopt its agenda, record any pecuniary interests, and pass By‑law XX‑2024 to confirm the proceedings of the Committee of Adjustment meeting held on November 13, 2024.
- Public hearing application for a minor variance at 320 Thomas Street to reduce interior side‑yard setback
- Adoption of the meeting agenda
- Disclosure of pecuniary interest by members
- By‑law XX‑2024 to confirm the proceedings of the Committee of Adjustment meeting
Regular Council
Council will discuss a new by-law for the regulation and licensing of dogs and review a paving project report. The meeting includes reports on arena score clock replacement and a Section 357 application.
- By-Law 42-2024: Regulation, Restriction, Keeping and Licensing of Dogs
- Approval of Schedule of Accounts No. 18-2024 in the amount of $283,200.07
- Public Works Manager Paving Report
- Town Manager report on arena score clock replacement
- Treasurer report on Section 357 application
Regular Council
The council will discuss the 2025 annual billing for the OPP and a report on downtown parking. Members will also consider a Notice of Disruption of Services Policy and a Video Surveillance Policy.
- Approval of Schedule of Accounts 17-2024 in the amount of $134,368.69
- OPP 2025 Annual Billing summary package
- Clerk's report on Downtown Parking
- Notice of Disruption of Services Policy and Video Surveillance Policy
- Minutes from June 4 and September 10, 2024, Public Library Board meetings
Regular Council
The Council will discuss the 2024 Third Quarter Revenue & Expenditure Report. The meeting also includes reviews of town manager policies and a report on community centre vending machines.
- Third Quarter 2024 Revenue & Expenditure Report
- Amended Complaints Policy
- Notice of Disruption of Services Policy
- Clerk's report on Community Centre vending machines
- OPP 2025 Annual Billing information
Regular Council
The Deseronto Regular Council meeting will adopt the agenda, receive several staff reports, and approve the Schedule of Accounts No. 15‑2024 for $502,148.19. Council will consider By‑law XX‑2024 to enter into a contract for funding from the Ontario Trillium Foundation for a library grant. The meeting also includes a closed‑session to discuss personal, labour‑relations, and litigation matters under Section 239 of the Municipal Act.
- Approval of Schedule of Accounts No. 15‑2024 in the amount of $502,148.19
- By‑law XX‑2024 to enter into a contract to receive funding from the Ontario Trillium Foundation (library grant)
- Staff report on Pearl Street exemption request
- Staff report on 2024 recreation programming
- Closed‑session items: personal matter, labour‑relations issue, and potential litigation
Water & Sewer Liaison Board
The Water & Sewer Liaison Board will meet to discuss infrastructure updates and the renewal of the service agreement with the Mohawks of the Bay of Quinte (MBQ). The board is reviewing communications protocols and servicing for specific local developments.
- Discussion on services for North Street Development
- Update on Bell's Rd/North St Servicing Project
- Discussion on upgrades for the Mill/Maple Street Pumping Station
- Process for renewal of the MBQ Contract service agreement
- Update on Town of Deseronto and MBQ Infrastructure Communications Protocol
Regular Council
The Deseronto Town Council will adopt its agenda, approve minutes and accounts, and receive several staff reports on traffic, a CSRIF grant, and policy updates. New business includes a proposal for vending machines and a request from April Bolton to amend the parking zoning by‑law. The council will also consider by‑law 33-2024 on water and wastewater service charges and by‑law 34-2024 to contract fire‑protection services with Greater Napanee.
- New business: proposal for vending machines (item 13.1)
- New business: request from April Bolton – parking zoning by‑law amendment (item 13.2)
- Approval of Schedule of Accounts $306,231.16 (item 8.1)
- By‑law 33-2024 – water and wastewater service charges (item 15.1)
- By‑law 34-2024 – agreement with Greater Napanee for fire protection services (item 15.2)
Regular Council
The Deseronto Council will consider approving water and wastewater service charges for the fourth billing of 2024 and a new agreement with Greater Napanee for fire protection services. The meeting also includes the approval of accounts, staff reports on insurance and parking, and the receipt of second-quarter financials.
- Approval of water and wastewater service charges (By-law XX-2024)
- Agreement with Greater Napanee for fire protection services (By-law XX-2024)
- Approval of Schedule of Accounts
- Town Manager's report on insurance
- Main & Thomas Street parking report
Regular Council
The meeting includes discussions regarding a multi-year Accessibility Plan and Whitley Field practice rates. Council will also consider by-laws for recycling services and the Canada Community-Building Fund.
- By-law to enter an agreement with Circular Materials for recycling
- By-law to enter an agreement with AMO for the Canada Community-Building Fund
- Approval of Schedule of Accounts 12-2024 in the amount of $267,108.07
- Review of the multi-year Accessibility Plan
- Proposal to write off small utility account balances
Special Council Meeting
The agenda for this special meeting consists of procedural items and a closed session regarding personal matters about an identifiable person. The council will also consider a by-law to confirm the proceedings of the June 26, 2024, meeting.
- Closed session regarding personal matters about an identifiable person
- By-law XX-2024 to confirm the proceedings of the June 26, 2024, meeting
Regular Council
Council will hear a presentation regarding the transition of the blue box recycling program to full producer responsibility. Staff reports will be reviewed concerning the arena roof tender recommendation and a multi-year accessibility plan. The agenda also includes discussions on combining municipal reserves.
- Presentation on the new blue box recycling program
- Review of the arena roof tender recommendation
- Report on the Multi-year Accessibility Plan
- Discussion regarding combining municipal reserves
- Community Recreation Programming Grant report
Special Council Meeting
The meeting includes a closed session for legal advice subject to solicitor-client privilege. The agenda also includes a by-law to confirm the proceedings of this specific meeting.
- Closed session regarding legal advice under Section 239 2(f)
- By-law XX-2024 to confirm council proceedings
Regular Council
The Town Council will discuss a transit service contract and a corresponding by-law for funding with Greater Napanee. The meeting also includes reviews of wastewater and performance reports and a contract with Circular Materials.
- Contract and By-law XX-2024 for transit funding with Greater Napanee
- Contract with Circular Materials
- Approval of Schedule of Accounts No. 10-2024 in the amount of $134,596.50
- 2023 Wastewater Treatment Plant Annual Report
- First Quarter Performance Report for 2024
Regular Council
Council will discuss staff reports regarding food concessions and tree removal and planting. The body is also considering a by-law to update members of the Joint Municipal Election Compliance Audit Committee.
- Approval of Schedule of Accounts No. 9-2024 in the amount of $408,012.49
- By-law XX-2024 to update members of the Joint Municipal Election Compliance Audit Committee
- Staff report on 2024 Tree Removal & Planting
- Staff report on Food Concessions
- Action item regarding Community Recreation Grant
Regular Council
The Council is reviewing the 2024 municipal budget and related tax rates. Discussions include a request for the Firemen’s Association to use Centennial Park and updates on various staff reports.
- By-law 19-2024 regarding funds to purchase a new Freightliner fire truck
- By-law XX-2024 to pass the 2024 municipal budget and tax rates
- New Community Centre Rates - 49-20 Fees for Service By-law
- Fire Dept. request for Centennial Park use on May 4, 2024
- Request from the 1st Deseronto Girl Guides
Special Council Meeting
The Town Council is meeting to discuss and approve the 2024 budget and final tax rates. The meeting also includes planning for May community clean-up events.
- Proposed 2024 Municipal Purpose Levy of $1,569,868.13
- By-law to approve 2024 budget and tax rates
- Curbside spring brush and leaf pick-up from May 8 to May 11, 2024
- Clean Up Day at Arctic Gardens site on May 25, 2024, with fees of $30 for small cars/SUVs and $55 for pick-ups/trailers
Special Council Meeting
The Town of Deseronto called a special meeting to discuss a closed session item. The agenda focuses on a matter involving litigation or potential litigation.
- Closed session item under Section 239 2(e) regarding litigation or potential litigation
Regular Council
Council will discuss the 2024 budget and a corresponding by-law to establish final tax rates and collection penalties. The meeting also includes a report on a proposed mutual aid agreement with Greater Napanee fire services.
- By-law to adopt 2024 Budget and establish final tax rates
- Municipal Purpose Levy of $1,569,868.13
- Staff report from Fire Chief Brinklow regarding Deseronto-Greater Napanee Mutual Aid Agreement
- Approval of Schedule of Accounts
Regular Council
Council is discussing the establishment of the Lennox and Addington Detachment Joint Police Services Board to comply with the Community Safety and Policing Act, 2019. The body must appoint one elected official to the board and form a selection committee for a community appointee.
- Appointment of one elected official to the Lennox and Addington Detachment Joint Police Services Board
- Formation of the LADJPSB Appointee Selection Committee
- Town Manager's report on the arena
- CEMC report on the upcoming solar eclipse
- Deseronto Water Treatment Plant 2023 Annual Report
Special Council Meeting
Council is reviewing the third draft of the 2024 budget, including a $170,692.47 request from the Public Library. The meeting also covers the prioritization of capital works using Gas Tax Reserves and the disposition of surplus water and sewer vehicles.
- Proposed 2024 Capital projects: Dundas Street ($988,000), Brant Street ($520,000), Stanley Avenue ($313,500), St. George Street ($237,500), and Cross Street ($195,000)
- Deseronto Public Library 2024 budget request of $170,692.47
- Proposal to retain a 2018 Ford F-150 for municipal use and auction a 2010 GMC Sierra via Govdeals.ca
- Discussion of Main Street Tunnel options including a $271,759.28 re-lining quote
- Review of OCWA major maintenance and capital projects
Special Council Meeting
The Council is meeting to discuss several financial matters. These include the 2024 Budget, transit funding from the United Way of Hastings & Prince Edward, OCWA Capital, and reserves.
- 2024 Budget discussion
- Transit Funding Decision from the United Way of Hastings & Prince Edward
- OCWA Capital
- Reserves
Regular Council
Council will discuss a draft service agreement for a public bus service between Deseronto and Greater Napanee. The meeting also includes a proposal to opt out of vacancy rebates for commercial and industrial properties.
- Draft Transit Service Agreement with Town of Greater Napanee featuring a $12,000 monthly service fee
- Proposed By-law to opt out of the Vacant Unit Rebate Program for commercial and industrial properties
- Draft contract and waiver for the Deseronto Fitness Centre
- Review of the 4th Quarter 2023 Water/Wastewater Performance Report
- Deseronto Water Pollution Control Plant Quarter 4 Bypass and Overflow Report
Regular Council
Council will discuss the Mill & Maple Pumping Station and review the Town's 2022 Financial Statements. The body is also deciding on a by-law to apply for funding for a new fire truck.
- By-law 06-2024: application to Ontario Infrastructure and Lands Corporation (OILC) for new fire truck funding
- Presentation of 2022 Financial Statements by Baker Tilly
- Discussion on Mill & Maple Pumping Station
- EcoVue comments regarding 14 Main Street
- Building Inspections and By-Law Enforcement Services Board reports for January 2024
Special Council Meeting
The Town of Deseronto is holding a special council meeting to discuss the first draft of the 2024 Budget. The meeting includes a review of the budget's executive summary.
- Discussion of 2024 Budget - 1st draft
- By-law 05-2024 to confirm the proceedings of the meeting
Regular Council
The Council will discuss reports from the Fire Chief regarding bunker gear and firefighter training. The meeting includes the appointment of a Town Manager, transit driver, and administrative assistant, as well as a review of the Schedule of Accounts.
- Approval of Schedule of Accounts No. 2-2024 in the amount of $194,854.20
- Appointment of Bryan Brooks as Town Manager
- Appointment of John Peakman as transit driver
- Appointment of Pam Miller as Administrative Assistant
- Review of Hastings County Draft Plan of Subdivision Decision
Regular Council
Council will discuss several municipal policies and receive updates on transit and building inspection services. The meeting includes decisions on a borrowing by-law and an interim tax levy.
- By-law 01-2024 to authorize the municipality to borrow money
- By-law 02-2024 to provide for an interim tax levy
- Approval of Schedule of Accounts 01-2024 in the amount of $373,396.97
- Review of policies including Dress Code, Vacation, and Lieu and Overtime
- Town Manager transit update including route maps and tickets