Plympton–Wyoming
Upcoming
Regular Council Meeting
Council will decide on a petition to incorporate new storm sewers on Isabella Street into a municipal drain, appointing M. Gerrits Consulting Inc. to produce a report. Also on the agenda: a short-term rental licence for 3538 Queen Street, and approval of a $23,580 stair replacement at Hyde Street beach access. Other items include drainage assessments and maintenance collection by-laws.
- Short-term rental licence for 3538 Queen Street
- Stair replacement at Hyde Street beach access - $23,580
- Appointment of M. Gerrits Consulting for new drain study on Isabella Street
- Approval of By-law 58 for 2025 Drain Maintenance Collection
- Apportionment of drainage assessment for Braaksma Drain due to land severance
Anderson and Brand Drain Improvements - Consideration Meeting
The Town of Plympton-Wyoming council is holding a consideration meeting to discuss and potentially adopt the Engineer's Report for the Anderson and Brand Drain Improvements. The report details upgrades to drainage works, including tile replacement and open channel cleanouts, with a total estimated cost of $593,649. Council will vote on a provisional by-law to authorize the project. Landowners have raised concerns about cost and preferred rerouting options, but environmental constraints have limited alternatives.
- Drain improvements estimated at $593,649 for tile replacement, cleanouts, and open channel work
- Discussions on rerouting drain southerly rejected due to environmental impact and approvals
- Provincial By-law 66 of 2026 to authorize the Anderson and Brand Drain Improvements
- Landowners expressed concerns over cost and preferred no open-channel work upstream of Lakeshore Road
- Conservation Authority requires Environmental Impact Study for rerouting, estimated at $58,000
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Planning Council Meeting
The Planning Council will receive a presentation on the 2026 Development Charges Draft Background Study, which outlines projected growth and capital projects for the next decade. The study details proposed infrastructure projects, including new fire stations, park improvements, and wastewater upgrades, and proposes specific development charge rates for residential and non-residential units.
- Presentation of 2026 Development Charges Draft Background Study
- Contracting B.M. Ross and Associates to update Community Improvement Plan
- By-law 64 of 2026: Phase 1 Waterside Estates Subdivision Infrastructure Assumption
- By-law 65 of 2026: Confirmatory by-law for June 29, 2026 meeting
- Council to move into In-Camera session for litigation and solicitor-client privilege
Regular Council Meeting
The Council will approve a $391,432 contract for Montgomery Drain maintenance and a sole-source purchase of $87,628 for a Pump Station 8A control panel. They will also reaffirm the ban on alcohol consumption in town parks and approve a temporary patio agreement at 597-599 Broadway Street.
- Accept tender for Montgomery Drain maintenance ($391,432)
- Approve sole-source control panel for Pump Station 8A ($87,628)
- Reaffirm ban on alcohol in town parks and properties
- Authorize temporary patio at 597-599 Broadway Street
- Endorse naming Camlachie Community Centre kitchen 'Jack McEwen Kitchen'
Parks and Recreation Committee Meeting
The Parks and Recreation Committee will review a feasibility study for the Camlachie Community Centre and endorse an application for an Ontario Trillium Foundation seed grant for an Active Transportation Master Plan. The meeting will also cover accounts payable and committee reports.
- Camlachie Community Centre Feasibility Study
- Ontario Trillium Foundation Seed Grant application
- May 2026 Payables totaling $52,073
- Portable restroom request for Reece's Corners trail
- Live stream and virtual participation procedures
SUPPLEMENTARY Parks and Recreation Committee Meeting
The Parks and Recreation Committee is receiving correspondence from residents about safety hazards at the Highland Glen boat launch, including newly installed metal poles for a future floating dock and missing navigation lights. The committee will discuss these concerns as information.
- Resident correspondence about safety issues at the Highland Glen boat launch
- Metal poles installed for a floating dock causing accidents and property damage
- Absence of navigation lights and beacons at the boat launch
Special Council Meeting
This special council meeting is primarily procedural, consisting of a call to order, a closed session for council education, and an adjournment. No public decisions or agenda items are scheduled.
- Live stream and recording of the meeting
- Closed session for council education and training
- Adjournment of the meeting