Dysart et al public meetings in 2025
37 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Special Meeting of Council
The Municipality of Dysart et al is reviewing a proposed 2026 budget that includes a 5.83% property tax increase. The budget outlines significant spending for infrastructure, including bridge replacements and road construction. Council has 30 days to propose amendments to this budget.
- 5.83% proposed property taxation increase
- $3,803,700 for bridge construction (Redstone Brook, Barry's Bay, and Head Lake)
- $1,281,972 for road construction and rehabilitation
- $1,282,550 for Highland Street sidewalk rehabilitation
- $244,993 increase in the OPP Levy
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to consider two minor variance applications. One seeks to allow a garage with reduced front and street setbacks at 1691 Wenona Lake Road, and the other seeks a reduced rear setback and increased lot coverage for a garage at 1015 Delaney Road. The committee will also adopt minutes from the previous meeting.
- D13-MV-2025-030: Variance to allow garage at 1691 Wenona Lake Road with 7m front setback (required 13.5m) and 11m street setback (required 23.5m).
- D13-MV-2025-030: Conditions include removing a woodshed and dock from municipal road allowance and obtaining an entrance permit.
- D13-MV-2025-031: Variance to allow garage at 1015 Delaney Road with 6m rear setback (required 7.5m) and 18.5% lot coverage (max 15%).
- D13-MV-2025-031: Condition to remove a tarp structure not permitted by the Building Code Act.
- Adoption of minutes from the November 12, 2025 meeting.
Regular Council
The Municipality of Dysart et al will hold a public meeting and regular council session on December 9, 2025. Key items include proposed Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendments regarding structures in the minimum water setback, several lease agreements, and various departmental reports. The council will also discuss a cultural plan update and enter closed session for a land acquisition matter.
- Public meeting on Official Plan Amendment D08-OP-2023-004 and Zoning By-law Amendment D14-ZB-2025-003 (structures in minimum water setback)
- By-law 2025-119: Lease with Life Labs LP
- By-law 2025-120: Lease with Your Hometown Dentist
- Application to purchase shore road allowance (L07-RO-2025-013, 1042 Barbara Rd.)
- Closed session re: proposed land acquisition (Stothart Creek Subdivision)
Cultural Resources Committee
The committee is reviewing the proposed 2026 budget and discussing updates to the municipal Cultural Plan. The agenda also includes discussions on public art projects, Skyline Park, and upcoming committee initiatives.
- Proposed 2026 committee budget of $6,350.00
- Update to Dysart et al Cultural Plan
- Public Art Project updates
- Skyline Park revitalization information panels
- Review of November 5th gathering
Regular Council
The Council will consider several by-laws regarding emergency management, fire protection agreements with the Township of Highlands East, and a tiered response agreement with the County of Haliburton. The agenda also includes discussions on building permit fee changes, shore road allowance purchases, and asset management updates.
- By-law 2025-106: Proposed changes to Building Permit fees
- By-law 2025-109: Proposed tiered response agreement with the County of Haliburton
- By-law 2025-111: Proposed Fire Protection Agreements with the Township of Highlands East
- By-law 2025-113 & 2025-114: Official Plan and Zoning amendments regarding structures in minimum water setbacks
- Application to purchase shore road allowance adjacent to Wilkinson Rd. (File L07-RO-2024-024)
Glebe Park and Museum Committee
The Glebe Park and Museum Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially decide on items including the Stewardship Plan action items, the Bring Back the Pine Project final report, the Glebe Park workplan, and the 2026 draft budget. The agenda also includes a presentation on current digital initiatives and adoption of minutes from the previous meeting.
- Review of Stewardship Plan action items, including potential new picnic areas and a pavilion
- Bring Back the Pine Project final report (November 2025)
- 2026 Draft Budget for Glebe Park (November 6, 2025)
- Action items for Glebe Park updated November 10, 2025
- Presentation on digital initiatives by Danielle Vibert
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment will meet to appoint a new chair, as recommended by Council, and to hold public hearings on three minor variance applications. The agenda includes adopting minutes from the previous meeting and considering variances for properties on Chandler Drive, Redkenn Road, and Glamorgan Road.
- Appointment of Barry Boice as Chair for the remainder of the term, per staff recommendation
- Public hearing: D13-MV-2024-007, Lands of Geller, 1756 Chandler Drive, Township of Dysart
- Public hearing: D13-MV-2025-026, Lands of Keyes, 1926 Redkenn Road, Township of Havelock
- Public hearing: D13-MV-2025-027, Lands of Humphrey, 4199 Glamorgan Road, Township of Dysart
Regular Council
This regular council meeting includes public meetings and decisions on several zoning by-law amendments, including properties in Guilford, Dysart, and a temporary amendment for Haliburton Lumber. Council will also consider delegations from local groups, approve borrowing by-laws for equipment and bridge work, and discuss various planning applications such as road closures and land purchases. The agenda is largely procedural with routine reports and by-laws, but includes several concrete land-use and financial decisions.
- Public meetings for zoning by-law amendments: D14-ZB-2025-015 (Lands of 5029636), D14-ZB-2025-016 (Hutchings), D14-ZB-2025-017 (Haliburton Lumber, 5152 County Road 21)
- By-law 2025-102: Borrowing for a backhoe loader and loader-mounted snowblower
- By-law 2025-103: Borrowing for the Redstone Brook Bridge
- By-law 2025-100: Lease with Bracebridge Generation Ltd.
- Road closing by-laws: 2025-97 (Lewis, Drag Lake), 2025-98 (Harcourt Park Inc., Straggle Lake)
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to decide on two minor variance applications: one to legalize a private cabin at 1036 Manitou Road (Cheeseman) and one to permit a seasonal dwelling closer to the water at 6045 Haliburton Lake Road (Klossner). The meeting also includes adoption of the previous minutes and declarations of interest.
- D13-MV-2025-023: Cheeseman, 1036 Manitou Road — variance to permit private cabin in front yard abutting shoreline (two-storey variance withdrawn as cabin has attic)
- D13-MV-2025-024: Klossner, 6045 Haliburton Lake Road — variance to reduce water setback to 7 m (22.9 ft) from 10 m (32.8 ft)
- D13-MV-2025-024: Klossner — variance to allow seasonal dwelling height of 7.9 m (26 ft) within 10 m of high water mark (permitted 0 m)
- D13-MV-2025-024: Klossner — variance to allow 17.5 m² (188 sq ft) encroachment within 10 m of high water mark (permitted 0 m²)
- Adoption of minutes from September 10, 2025 meeting
Special Meeting of Council
Council will consider directing staff to amend the Official Plan and Zoning By-law for municipally-owned lands on County Road 21 and the Industrial Park, preparing them for sale to a developer. The amendments would change designations to Mixed Use, adjust settlement boundaries, and restrict certain industrial uses. Council will also decide who is responsible for funding and constructing infrastructure and obtaining required studies.
- Amend Official Plan designation from Rural/Commercial to Mixed Use for 34.97 ha County Road 21 property
- Adjust Haliburton Village Urban Policy Area and Service Area boundaries
- Prohibit Class 2 and 3 industrial uses on part of Industrial Park Phase 3
- Direct staff to work with consultant on project plan and technical studies
- Include 2026 budget items for infrastructure and studies
Regular Council
The Municipality of Dysart et al will hold its regular council meeting on September 23, 2025, featuring public meetings on an Official Plan Amendment for the Algonquin Garden development at Benoir Lake and two zoning by-law amendments. Council will also hear delegations on an EV charging station funding opportunity, invasive phragmites removal, a sewage fee waiver, land acquisition requests, and a severance proposal. Several by-laws will be considered, including winter maintenance services, leases, and various land-related approvals.
- Public meeting: OPA By-law 2025-XX for Algonquin Garden (2463756 Ontario Inc.) at Benoir Lake, Part Lot 27, Concessions 10 & 11, Harcourt
- Public meeting: Zoning By-law Amendment D14-ZB-2025-012 (Hay) at 1023 Stothart Creek Road
- Public meeting: Zoning By-law Amendment D14-ZB-2025-013 (Abbey Gardens Community Trust) on Irish Line Road
- Delegation: Lakeland Solutions on Level 3 charging station funding opportunity
- By-law 2025-79: Winter maintenance services agreement with County of Haliburton for 2025-2026
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on four minor variance applications for properties in Dysart, Harcourt, Dudley, and Guilford townships. Decisions will be made on each application, which seek relief from zoning by-laws for structures like cabins, garages, and setbacks. The agenda also includes adoption of the previous meeting's minutes.
- D13-MV-2025-017 (Cox): variance to allow two-storey private cabin (576 sq ft) and water closet in garage at 3403 Kashagawigamog Lake Road, Dysart
- D13-MV-2025-019 (Honderich): variance to reduce street setback for garage to 6 m from 7.5 m at 1024 Remembrance Lane, Harcourt
- D13-MV-2025-020 (Knowles): variance at 16505 Highway 118, Dudley (details in staff report)
- D13-MV-2025-022 (Pentland): variance at 1111 White Fawn Trail, Guilford (details in staff report)
Cultural Resources Committee
The Cultural Resources Committee will hear a delegation from Heather Reid on the Dysart et al Cultural Plan Survey, and discuss the Cultural Plan, a Cultural Managers' Meeting/Community Cultural Forum, the Public Art Project, a website update, and Skyline Park. The agenda also includes adoption of the May 22, 2025 minutes and review of financials as of July 31st. This is a regular business meeting with no major decisions listed beyond routine approvals.
- Delegation: Heather Reid on Dysart et al Cultural Plan Survey
- Discussion: Cultural Plan update (consultant contract with Heather Reid approved in May)
- Discussion: Public Art Project (water treatment box wraps)
- Discussion: Skyline Park revitalization (Rotary proposal)
- Financial report: CRC financials at July 31st
Regular Council
The Municipality of Dysart et al Regular Council meeting on August 26, 2025 includes public meetings on three zoning by-law amendments, delegations on short-term rental regulations and other matters, and decisions on contracts, by-laws, and reports. Council will also enter closed session to discuss cybersecurity, land acquisition, and land disposition.
- Public meetings for zoning by-law amendments: Popp & Arndt (D14-ZB-2024-012), Anderson (D14-ZB-2025-004, 6051 Haliburton Lake Road), Jones & Bennett-Jones (D14-ZB-2025-010, 1229 Coleman Lake Road)
- Delegations: Alderville First Nation on Rice Lake Properties Corp. (L07-RO-2024-010), RE/MAX sign by-law relief, SWEAT Games in Glebe Park, invasive phragmite removal, short-term rental regulations, and two severance proposals (Grierson, Haliburton Land Development Co.)
- By-Law 2025-69: Fire Dispatch Communications Centre Services Agreement with Smiths Falls
- Tender results: Supply of one tandem axle truck with snowplow equipment (RFT 2025-PW-15) and mechanical brushing
- By-Law 2025-68: Appoint Brayden Robinson as Treasurer
Glebe Park and Museum Committee
The committee will review updates on the Stewardship Plan, forest initiatives, and the Glebe Park workplan. The meeting also includes a presentation from the Haliburton Mountain Bike Club and discussions regarding HSAD Residence landscaping.
- Delegation from Jason Bradley, President of Haliburton Mountain Bike Club
- Bench proposal from CFUW
- Review of HSAD Residence landscaping and pathway completion
- Discussion of Stewardship Plan action items and forest initiatives
- Review of July 2025 financial reports and P&L summary
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment will hold a public hearing and decide on one minor variance application (D13-MV-2025-016) for the property at 12955 Highway 118, owned by Elizabeth and Kenneth Madill. The requested variance would permit an additional dwelling unit in the front yard, contrary to the RR-5 zoning by-law. Staff recommend approval with conditions, including removal of a tarp structure and shipping container by November 1, 2025, unless a building permit is issued. The meeting will also adopt the minutes from the July 9, 2025 meeting.
- Public hearing and decision on variance D13-MV-2025-016 (Lands of Madill, 12955 Highway 118) to allow an additional dwelling unit in the front yard
- Staff recommend granting the variance, subject to conditions including removal of a tarp structure and shipping container by November 1, 2025
- No public comments received on the variance as of the staff report date
- Adoption of minutes from the July 9, 2025 Committee of Adjustment meeting
Regular Council
The Municipality of Dysart et al Council is meeting to decide on zoning by-law amendments, including a temporary zoning change for 77 Wallings Road, and to review tender results for bridge replacements and a sand storage structure. They will also hear delegations on service delivery, drainage, short-term rentals, septic compliance, and environmental zone map accuracy, and consider several road allowance purchase applications.
- Public meeting on zoning by-law amendment for Iles and Vanderwal lands, Lot 9, Concession 9
- Temporary zoning by-law amendment for 2784805 Ontario Inc. at 77 Wallings Road
- Tender results for replacement of two highway bridges (2025-PW-12)
- Tender results for supply of one sand storage structure (2025-PW-13)
- Request for pre-approval for one new tandem axle snowplow
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on four minor variance applications for seasonal dwellings and private cabins on waterfront lots in Dysart et al. The committee will decide whether to grant reduced setbacks and other zoning relief for each property. The agenda also includes adoption of the June 11 minutes and declarations of interest.
- D13-MV-2025-011: Barton & Sabir, 1011 Forget Me Not Lane, Havelock – variance to reduce interior side lot line setback to 1.2 m (required 4.5 m) for a seasonal dwelling
- D13-MV-2025-012: Plummer, 1197 Precipice Road, Dudley – variances to allow a private cabin in a front yard abutting a shoreline and reduce interior side lot line setback to 1.8 m (required 4.5 m)
- D13-MV-2025-013: Flood, 1267 Redstone Lake Road, Guilford – variance application (details in staff report)
- D13-MV-2025-015: Doiron, 1042 Barbara Road, Harcourt – variance application (details in staff report)
Special Meeting of Council
The Municipality of Dysart et al is holding a special meeting and public open house to discuss proposed amendments to the Official Plan and Zoning By-law that would permit one roofed structure (e.g., shed, gazebo, sauna) within the minimum water setback. Council will receive a staff presentation on the draft policies and the results of a public questionnaire, followed by public comments. No final decision is scheduled; Council is expected to provide direction after the open house.
- Proposed Official Plan Amendment D08-OP-2023-004 and Zoning By-law Amendment D14-ZB-2025-003 to allow one structure in the minimum water setback
- Draft policy would require a Shoreline Report with a 100% score from the Municipal Lake Health Assessment program
- Structures on shore road allowance would require purchase of the allowance
- Proposed removal of Special Policy Area LSP-2 (Percy Lake) which currently permits a small shed in the setback
- Public questionnaire received 735 responses; 56% favour policy change, 96% rate waterbodies as very or extremely important
Regular Council
The Municipality of Dysart et al is holding a regular council meeting to receive updates and make decisions on a range of items, including the 2024 audited financial statements, a wayfinding strategy, and a wastewater treatment plant update. Council will also consider several by-laws, including a parking amendment for the DYMO bus, a procedural by-law, and multiple road and shore road allowance closings. The meeting includes a closed session to discuss land disposition, litigation, and solicitor-client privileged matters.
- 2024 Audited Financial Statements presented by Doane Grant Thornton LLP
- By-Law 2025-60: Amendment to Parking By-Law 2024-13 to permit a parking space for the DYMO Bus
- By-Law 2025-54: Fire Department Mutual Aid authorization
- Request for temporary patio extension at Bonnie View Inn
- Multiple road closing and shore road allowance conveyance by-laws (e.g., By-Law 2025-56, 2025-57, 2025-58, 2025-59)
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to decide on two minor variance applications. The first, for lands at 1042 Barbara Road, seeks to increase maximum lot coverage to 19.2% and shoreland lot coverage to 18%, both above the 15% limit, to rebuild a seasonal dwelling and garage. The second, for lands at 3103 Haliburton Lake Road, requests a variance to permit a single-family dwelling with a maximum structure height of 11.5 metres (37.7 feet). The committee will also adopt minutes from the May 14, 2025 meeting.
- D13-MV-2025-009: Variance to increase lot coverage to 19.2% and shoreland lot coverage to 18% at 1042 Barbara Road (Doiron)
- D13-MV-2025-010: Variance to permit structure height of 11.5 metres at 3103 Haliburton Lake Road (Wheeler)
- Conditions recommended for Doiron file include shoreline renaturalization and removal of non-compliant accessory buildings
- Public hearing for both applications
Regular Council
The Municipality of Dysart et al is holding a regular council meeting with several delegations, including requests for sign by-law relief, a severance proposal, and a proposed telecommunications tower by Rogers. Council will also consider a zoning by-law amendment to permit additional dwelling units (ADUs) to be used as short-term rentals, along with multiple road allowance purchase and closing by-laws. The meeting includes routine reports from departments and committees, and a closed session to discuss a land disposition and training on strong mayor powers.
- Zoning By-law Amendment D14-ZB-2025-006 to allow ADUs as short-term rentals
- Proposed Rogers telecommunications tower on Burleigh Road (File A12-TOW-2025-001)
- Severance proposal for Brum & Churilov (Files D00-SV-2025-003 & 004)
- By-law 2025-45: Execute severance agreement for Harburn Holdings Ltd. (Peninsula Road)
- Request to waive Welcome Centre washroom fees for Rotary Music in the Park
Cultural Resources Committee
The Cultural Resources Committee will hear a delegation from the Haliburton Rotary Club requesting help drafting narrative content for up to five historical display panels at Skyline Park as part of a $200,000 revitalization. The committee will also discuss website updates, a public art project wrapping water treatment boxes, and an update to the Dysart Cultural Plan. The agenda includes adoption of minutes from the February 27, 2025 meeting and review of the committee's 2025 budget.
- Delegation: Ursula Devolin (Minden Rotary) requesting committee assistance drafting content for up to 5 display panels at Skyline Park
- Public Art Project: water treatment box wraps with local artist artwork, call for artists in May, installation late summer/early autumn
- Cultural Plan Update: subcommittee to shape role for local coordinator, hire in summer, draft update by November
- Budget: 2025 committee budget of $13,850, including $4,500 for public art projects and $7,500 for updated cultural plan
- Adoption of minutes from February 27, 2025 meeting
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on two minor variance applications. One seeks to allow a private garage with a reduced interior side lot line setback and increased shoreland lot coverage on a Kennisis Lake property. The other involves a variance for a property on Crossbill Lane. The meeting will also adopt minutes from the previous meeting.
- D13-MV-2025-006: Variance to allow garage setback of 0.5 m (vs. 1 m required) and shoreland lot coverage of 16% (vs. 15% max) at 2002 Wilkinson Road, Kennisis Lake.
- D13-MV-2025-007: Variance application for lands of Harcourt Park Inc. (Gohl and Hodson) at 1007 Crossbill Lane, Township of Harcourt.
- Public hearing to be held electronically via livestream.
- Adoption of minutes from April 9, 2025 meeting.
Glebe Park and Museum Committee
The Glebe Park and Museum Committee will discuss the HSAD residence construction's landscaping, pathways, and roadway, including accessibility and emergency vehicle access. They will also consider a memorial bench request from CFUW and review the stewardship plan, work plan, and management plan. The meeting is procedural, with updates on the museum, parks, and finances.
- HSAD residence construction: landscaping, pathways, roadway
- Request from CFUW for memorial bench placement
- Action Plan for Stewardship Plan
- Glebe Park Workplan 2025 May
- 2025-03 P&L Summary
Regular Council
Council will hold a public meeting and consider a zoning by-law amendment for Camp Adelaide, plus several land transactions including road allowance purchases and a licence of occupation. They will also hear delegations on the Fire Master Plan, a Legion crosswalk and generator request, and a sign by-law relief request. Administrative items include an alternative voting method by-law for the 2026 election and a workplace violence policy update.
- Zoning By-law Amendment for Camp Adelaide Ltd. (File D14-ZB-2025-002)
- Fire Master Plan presentation by Mike Vilneff, The Loomex Group
- Legion request for crosswalk and generator
- Application to purchase original road allowance (L07-RO-2025-003, Lands of Scheffee)
- By-Law 2025-40: Alternative Voting Method for 2026 election
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on three minor variance applications, including a deferred request for a shed at 1494 Curry Road. The Powell application seeks reduced setbacks despite Public Works concerns about snow deposition. Decisions will be made on each file.
- D13-MV-2025-003: Powell – variances for shed setbacks at 1494 Curry Road (0.9m side, 5.4m street)
- D13-MV-2025-002: Harcourt Park Inc. (Marshall) – 1008 Veronica Lane
- D13-MV-2025-005: Speciale – 1714 Redkenn Road
- Site visit report from March 18, 2025, for Powell file
- Public Works opposes Powell variances due to snow deposition
Regular Council
Dysart et al Council will hear delegations on automated speed enforcement, short-term rental by-law feedback, and a draft plan of subdivision, then consider several by-laws including parking, severance, road closing, and service agreements. The agenda also includes routine reports from departments and committees, and a closed session on a proposed land disposition.
- Delegation on Automated Speed Enforcement by LAS
- Short-Term Rental By-law feedback from local resident
- Draft Plan of Subdivision 46-T-23001 & Condominium 46-CE-23002 (LRC Campbell Ltd)
- By-law 2025-29: Parking Agreement with Hook Line & Sinker (126 Highland Street)
- By-laws 2025-37 & 2025-38: Blue Box and Hazardous Products service agreements
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on four minor variance applications. The most consequential is a request to legalize three accessory structures at 5000 County Road 21, with conditions to remove non-compliant structures. Other applications involve a dwelling expansion, a garage extension, and a variance on Cowan Road. The meeting will also adopt the February 12, 2025 minutes.
- D13-MV-2024-025: Variance to permit 3 accessory buildings (RS zone) at 5000 County Road 21, with conditions to remove sheds, gazebo, swing, trailer, and convert cabin to shed.
- D13-MV-2025-001: Variance to expand legal non-conforming dwelling to 250 sq m (2691 sq ft) at 1197 Klondike Road.
- D13-MV-2025-003: Variance for property at 1494 Curry Road (Township of Harburn).
- D13-MV-2025-004: Variance for property on Cowan Road (Township of Dysart).
- Adoption of minutes from February 12, 2025 meeting.
Glebe Park and Museum Committee
The Glebe Park and Museum Committee is meeting to review the 2024 hazard tree report, the draft 2025 work plan, and updated management plan action items. They will also discuss the Parks and Recreation Master Plan, museum updates, and financial reports including the 2025 budget. The meeting is procedural and advisory, with no final decisions expected.
- Review of 2024 Glebe Park Hazard Tree Report: 56 hazard trees treated, zero remaining
- Draft 2025 Glebe Park Workplan
- Updated Action Items for Glebe Park (Feb 13, 2025)
- 2025 Budget - Glebe Park updated
- Museum updates on events and building work (Reid House chimney/roof, barn roof)
Cultural Resources Committee
The Dysart et al Cultural Resources Committee is meeting to adopt minutes from its November 2024 meeting and discuss several ongoing items, including a website update, a public art project, and cultural plan planning. The committee will also review its 2025 budget, which shows $13,850 in planned revenue and expenses for cultural planning. The agenda is largely procedural, with most items being discussion or update items rather than final decisions.
- Adoption of minutes from November 28, 2024 meeting
- Discussion of public art project to beautify local pump station control boxes
- Update on Dysart et al Cultural Plan planning
- Review of 2025 budget: $13,850 in revenue and expenses for cultural planning
- Website update for Arts and Culture pages
Regular Council
The Municipality of Dysart et al is holding a regular council meeting to consider zoning by-law amendments for properties on Kennaway Road and Soyers Lake Road, approve tender results for road resurfacing and supplies, and pass several by-laws including a new fees and charges by-law. The agenda also includes delegations on a planning grant, a site plan control waiver, and a sewage fee waiver, plus a closed session for land dispositions.
- Zoning by-law amendments for Haliburton Biochar Ltd. (1088 Kennaway Road) and Blair (2572 Soyers Lake Road)
- Tender results for road resurfacing (2025-PW-04), liquid calcium chloride (2025-PW-05), and culverts (2025-PW-06)
- By-law 2025-18 to impose fees and charges
- Request to waive site plan control for lands on Part Lot 6, Concession 4, Guilford
- Road closing by-law for shore road allowance at Grace Lake (Lands of McPhee)
CANCELLED - Glebe Park and Museum Committee
This meeting of the Glebe Park and Museum Committee was cancelled due to inclement weather and will be rescheduled. The agenda included routine procedural items, a hazard tree report, work and management plans, financial reports, and updates on the museum and park activities.
- Meeting cancelled due to inclement weather; rescheduled
- Glebe Park Hazard Tree Report 2024: 56 hazard trees treated, zero remaining
- Glebe Park Workplan 2025 Draft
- Action Items for Glebe Park Updated February 13 2025
- 2025 Budget - Glebe Park updated
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to consider a minor variance application (D13-MV-2024-026) from David and Marie McGuffie for their property at 1011 Champlain Road on Kennisis Lake. The applicant seeks permission to exceed the maximum lot coverage and shoreland lot coverage, and to reduce the minimum interior side lot line setback for an existing private cabin, to allow a garage addition and legalize the cabin. Staff recommend approval subject to conditions, including shoreline renaturalization.
- Variance to permit lot coverage of 17.9% instead of the permitted 15%
- Variance to permit shoreland lot coverage of 19.6% instead of the permitted 15%
- Variance to reduce interior side lot line setback for private cabin to 3.6 metres (11.8 feet) from required 4.5 metres (14.7 feet)
- Property is on Kennisis Lake, a lake trout lake; staff note concerns about overdevelopment and shoreline vegetation
- Conditions proposed include surveyor confirmation of coverage and setbacks, entrance permit, and shoreline restoration with native vegetation
Regular Council
The Municipality of Dysart et al is holding its regular council meeting to decide on the 2025 budget, several zoning by-law amendments, and multiple road allowance purchase applications. Council will also consider fee changes, a community safety zone request, and other administrative matters. The meeting includes public meetings and a closed session for land transactions.
- By-law 2025-14 to adopt the 2025 budget, following a 4.64% levy increase from the second draft
- Zoning by-law amendments for properties in Havelock, Dudley, and Dysart townships (Files D14-ZB-2024-015, D14-ZB-2024-012, D14-ZB-2025-001)
- Applications to purchase road allowances for properties on Haliburton Lake, Grass Lake, Kennisis Lake, and others
- Proposed fee changes to Parks and Recreation fees and charges
- Request for a community safety zone on Wigamog Road
Special Meeting of Council
Council is reviewing the second draft of the 2025 budget, which proposes a 4.02% levy increase and includes $8.1 million in capital spending. The meeting also includes a closed session to discuss confidential wastewater infrastructure information. The agenda is largely procedural, with the budget review being the main substantive item.
- 2025 budget second draft: $12,706,052 in municipal taxation revenue, 4.02% levy increase
- Police services cost increase of $443,446 (20.6%) due to ratified OPP contract
- Wastewater treatment plant expansion: $250,000 for engineering/design, $30,000 for rate study
- Roads capital works: $1,747,780 for rehabilitation of 12.41 km on six roads
- Closed session to discuss wastewater infrastructure under Municipal Act Section 239(2)
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to decide on three minor variance applications. Two applications seek to permit additional accessory buildings or legalize a dwelling's setback on waterfront properties in the Township of Havelock, while a third involves a variance for lands of Common Ventures Corporation. The meeting will also include adoption of minutes and appointment of officers.
- D13-MV-2024-021: Variance to permit 3 accessory buildings (plus 1 small building) at 1574 Breckles Drive, Little Redstone Lake, instead of the permitted 2.
- D13-MV-2024-022: Variance to legalize a seasonal dwelling's water setback of 18.8 metres (62 feet) instead of required 20 metres (66 feet) at 6633 Kennisis Lake Road.
- D13-MV-2024-024: Variance application for lands of Common Ventures Corporation, Township of Havelock (details in attached report).
- Appointment of Secretary Treasurer and Deputy Secretary Treasurer.
- Adoption of minutes from the December 11, 2024 meeting.