Amaranth public meetings in 2024

Special Meeting of Council

The Amaranth Council will consider three by‑law motions: lifting the holding provision for the Ritchie Bros site, appointing a chief building official, deputy chief building official and inspector, and confirming the special meeting itself. Each motion will be introduced, read, and numbered for passage. The meeting also includes routine items such as agenda approval and adjournment.

• Lift of Hold – Ritchie Bros zoning by‑law (Zoning By‑law 2‑2009, amendments 17‑2014, 68‑2021)
• Appointment of Building Officials (CBO, DCBO, Inspector) under the Building Code Act
• Confirming By‑law to validate the special meeting of council on Dec 19 2024

Council approved a by-law to lift the holding provision on the north part of the Ritchie Bros lands, subject to review of amended drawings and a comprehensive agreement. They also passed a by-law appointing RSM Building Consultants as building officials effective January 1, 2025. A confirming by-law for the meeting was passed, and the meeting adjourned.

• Approved by-law to lift holding provision on Ritchie Bros lands (carried)
• Approved by-law to appoint RSM Building Consultants as building officials (carried)
• Approved confirming by-law for the special meeting (carried)
• Adjourned to regular meeting on January 15, 2025 (carried)

Council Meeting

The Amaranth Council will consider a Site Plan Agreement with Ritchie Bros Ltd to develop an auctioneer facility and receive land for road widening. The meeting also includes a presentation supporting the Credit Valley Conservation Authority 2025 municipal levy of $30,313,095, with Amaranth’s share of $1,664. Additional items are procedural by‑law reviews and various committee reports.

• Approve Site Plan (Final) Agreement with Ritchie Bros Ltd for auctioneer facility
• Support CVC 2025 municipal levy of $30,313,095 (Amaranth share $1,664)
• Procedural By‑Law amendments (Memo 2024-044 and 2024-045)
• Resolution requesting redistribution of Land Transfer Tax and GST for infrastructure
• Proclamation request for Christian Heritage Month

Council approved the Credit Valley Conservation 2025 municipal levy with Amaranth's share at $1,664, and adopted the 2023 financial statements as presented by BDO. They also authorized a site plan agreement for Ritchie Bros, passed several by-laws including the 2025 interim tax levy and fees and charges, and proclaimed December as Christian Heritage Month. No substantive decisions were made on the parking complaint, which was only discussed.

• Supported CVC 2025 municipal levy, Amaranth share $1,664 (carried)
• Adopted 2023 financial statements as presented by BDO (carried)
• Authorized execution of Ritchie Bros site plan agreement upon road widening transfer (carried)
• Proclaimed December as Christian Heritage Month (carried)
• Moved CAO/Clerk to step 5 (Job Rate) effective Nov 15, 2024 (carried)
• Introduced by-law to delegate site plan approval to staff (carried)
• Introduced 2025 interim tax levy by-law (carried)
• Introduced fees and charges by-law amendments (carried)

Council Meeting

Council will hold a public meeting and consider adopting a new building permit fee schedule under the Building Code Act. They will also vote on a zoning by-law amendment for temporary residential uses and a consent application for land severance. Other business includes appointing a public member to the Police Services Board and approving 2025 meeting dates.

• Public hearing and potential adoption of a new building permit fee schedule (Report 2024-073)
• Zoning By-Law Amendment Z07-2024 for temporary residential uses on defined lands (Verstegen)
• Consent Application B06-2024 for land severance on Concession 2, Part Lot 1
• Appointment of a public member to the Police Services Board
• Approval of 2025 Council meeting dates

Council Meeting

The Amaranth Township Council will hold a Planning Act public meeting to hear four applications: Z06-2024 (Baumlisberger – 223227 Station Street), Z07-2024 (Verstegen – Concession 5, Part Lot 14), Z08-2024 (Ritchie Bros. – Concession 2, Parts 1 & 2) and B06-2024 (OpTrust – 513058 2nd Line). Reports on each zoning by‑law amendment will be presented for discussion. The council will also consider adopting an Investment Policy Statement that adds ONE Investment portfolios as an allowable option, and will declare a 2014 Ford F‑150 XL SuperCab as surplus for liquidation.

• Public hearing Z06-2024 zoning amendment – Baumlisberger, 223227 Station Street
• Public hearing Z07-2024 zoning amendment – Verstegen, Concession 5, Part Lot 14
• Public hearing Z08-2024 zoning amendment – Ritchie Bros., Concession 2, Parts 1 & 2
• Public hearing B06-2024 consent application – OpTrust, 513058 2nd Line
• Adopt Investment Policy Statement to allow ONE Investment portfolios

Council Meeting

Council will discuss the 2024 Asset Management Plan and review several zoning by-law amendments and consent applications. The body is also considering a resolution to request a provincial rural road safety program and a proclamation for the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women.

• Proposed addition of a Deputy Treasurer position to the 2025 budget
• Zoning By-Law Amendment Z05-2024
• Zoning applications Z06-2024 (Station Street), Z07-2024 (County Road 12), and Z08-2024 (County Road 109)
• Consent application B06-2024 for 2nd Line and County Road 109
• Review of the Grand Valley Public Library agreement regarding representative proportions and financial verbiage

Council Meeting

The council will hold a public meeting under the Planning Act to discuss the Z05-2024 zoning by‑law amendment for 24 Country Meadows Drive. It will also consider motions to repair the Potter and Hamilton drainage works, and to approve a draft Building Services Agreement with Dufferin County. By‑law motions to appoint a Shelburne Fire Chief and to authorize a municipal access agreement with Wightman Telecom will be introduced.

• Z05-2024 zoning by‑law amendment for 24 Country Meadows Drive (public meeting)
• Repair and minor improvement to Potter Drainage Works, C Drain Tile
• Repair and maintenance to Hamilton Drainage works, A Drain Improvement
• Draft Building Services Agreement with the County of Dufferin
• By‑law to appoint a Chief for the Shelburne and District Fire Department

Council Meeting

The Township of Amaranth Council will discuss requests for the Province of Ontario to modernize the Municipal Elections Act and address physician shortages. The meeting also includes a presentation from Headwaters Health Care Centre and updates on local roads and planning applications.

• Proposed motion to call for provincial updates to the Municipal Elections Act before Summer 2025
• Proposed motion urging the Province of Ontario to fund health care and address physician shortages
• Zoning application Z05-2024 for 24 Country Meadows Drive
• Site plan circulation SPA 24/05 for 300 Second Line, Shelburne
• Donation request from the Shelburne Food Bank

Council Meeting

The Township of Amaranth Council will consider approving a building services proposal for $12,000, purchasing Cloudpermit software for $7,000, and reviewing the 2025 Budgeting Plan. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes and various reports on drainage, culverts, and cemetery fees.

• Award $19,660 for geotechnical investigation for Structures 22 & 23
• Award $98,727.91 for culvert replacement on 20th Sideroad
• Approve building services proposal from RSM Building Consultants ($12,000)
• Approve purchase of Cloudpermit building permit software ($7,000)
• Review 2025 Budgeting Plan and preliminary discussion

Council awarded a $98,727.91 culvert replacement contract on 20th Sideroad to Cox Construction Ltd., and a $19,660 geotechnical investigation for Structures 22 & 23 to JLP Services Inc. They also approved a building services proposal with RSM Building Consultants and Cloudpermit software, and directed staff to proceed with the 2025 soccer program. Budget discussions directed staff to exclude additional staffing and prioritize department requests.

• Awarded culvert replacement on 20th Sd Rd to Cox Construction Ltd. for $98,727.91 plus taxes
• Awarded geotechnical investigation for Structures 22 & 23 to JLP Services Inc. for $19,660 plus taxes
• Approved building services proposal from RSM Building Consultants (~$12,000) and Cloudpermit software (~$7,000)
• Directed staff to proceed with 2025 soccer program and remove grass cutting expense from reports
• Directed Treasurer to exclude additional staffing from 2025 budget and prioritize department requests
• Approved request for Grand Valley Board to review agreements and report by Nov 29, 2024
• Accepted Energy Conservation and Demand Management Plan
• Authorized Site Alteration Agreement with Ritchie Bros Properties Ltd

Council Meeting

The Township of Amaranth Council is meeting to discuss infrastructure awards, planning agreements, and the potential for municipal restructuring. The body is also reviewing a community risk assessment and a new by-law for development charges.

• Proposed award to Roubos Farm Services for Amaranth Bridge 21 & 36 Design Build, including a $150,000.00 contingency
• Proposed by-law for the imposition of Development Charges
• Discussion on municipal restructuring and exploratory conversations with the Township of East Garafraxa
• Zoning By-law Amendment C20-24 and Official Plan Amendment OPA1-24 regarding Renewable Energy Sources
• Acceptance of the Community Risk Assessment plan prepared by Centred Performance

Council Meeting

The Township of Amaranth Council is meeting to discuss infrastructure projects, including bridge design and facility repairs. The body is also considering a motion to explore municipal restructuring and amalgamation with neighboring municipalities.

• Proposed award of Design Build for Structure 21 and Structure 36 to Roubos Farm Services with a $150,000 contingency
• Proposed purchase of a John Deere tractor and equipment for the 2025 budget
• Request for Tender for exterior insulation and fire escape repairs at Town Hall and Public Works
• Proposed exploratory conversations on municipal restructuring with the Township of East Garafraxa
• Resolution urging the Province of Ontario to recognize and fund the physician shortage

Council Meeting

The Township Council will hold a public meeting regarding the Development Charges Study. Discussion items include bridge replacements, drainage work, and potential tractor purchases for the 2025 budget.

• Public Meeting: Development Charges Study
• Instruction to include John Deere tractor and equipment in 2025 budget
• Appointment of R.J. Burnside & Associates Limited for bridge structure reviews
• Repairs to Underwood Drainage Works, B Drain, and D Drain
• Repairs to No. 1 and No. 1 Extension Drainage Works

Special Meeting of Council

The Township of Amaranth Council discussed a submission to the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry regarding the Amarlinc site. The discussion focused on the source and volume of fill material for the proposed project. No site alteration application has been submitted to the Township at this time.

• Discussion of Amarlinc fill proposal and MNRF submission
• Review of fill material source and volume

Council Meeting

The Township of Amaranth Council is reviewing several municipal matters including a proposed Tidy Yards By-Law and a zoning amendment. Public works discussions include road updates, site alteration agreements, and the replacement of bridge structures 22 and 23.

• Zoning By-Law Amendment Z04-2024
• Replacement of bridge structures 22 and 23
• Site Alteration Agreement for Smith property
• Drafting of a Tidy Yards By-Law
• Appointment of a Livestock Investigator

Council Meeting

The Council will review a zoning by-law amendment for Ritchie Bros Properties Inc. at 205399 County Road 109. They will also consider a consent application for property at 333128 7th Line and site plan amendments for Kal Tire.

• Zoning By-Law Amendment (Z04-2024) for 205399 County Road 109
• Consent Application B05-2024 for 333128 7th Line
• Site Plan amendment for Kal Tire
• $25.00 support for Laurelwoods Elementary School Grade 8 graduation award

Council Meeting

The Township of Amaranth Council will address a resolution requesting the province maintain free private drinking water testing. The meeting also includes a public meeting for a consent application at Concession 7 East Part Lot 3 and discussions regarding surplus tractor equipment.

• Public Meeting: Consent Application B05-2024 - Concession 7 East Part Lot 3
• Resolution to request the Province reconsider phasing out free private drinking water testing
• Declaration of 2003 John Deere 5220 tractor and 6 ft mower as surplus
• Proclamation of June 27, 2024, as Multicultural Day
• Notice to internalize Health and Safety program support by June 30, 2024

Special Meeting of Council

The Township of Amaranth Council will discuss the Transportation Master Plan. The council is considering a motion to request that the County of Dufferin defer decisions on the proposed Shelburne By Pass route until meaningful consultation with the township has occurred.

• Motion to request County of Dufferin defer decisions on the proposed Shelburne By Pass route
• Discussion regarding the Transportation Master Plan

Council Meeting

The Township of Amaranth Council is reviewing several planning matters including zoning by-law amendments and consent applications. The meeting also includes updates on road structures and the approval of a medical and dental centre budget.

• Consent Application B04-2024 for 513375 2nd Line, Amaranth
• Notice of Complete Consent Application B05-2024 at 333128 7th Line
• Public Notice of Demolition for a church structure at Concession 4 near County Road 12
• Structure Replacement Updates regarding temporary bridge installations
• Approval of the 2024 Grand Valley & District Medical and Dental Centre Board budget of $132,702.36

Council Meeting

Council will hold a public meeting regarding zoning and consent applications for Geurts and Brummell properties. The agenda also includes several contract awards, including a $224,619.50 dust control tender. Additionally, the council will review a proposed water tank purchase.

• Zoning By-Law Amendment Z03-2024 for Geurts at 334150 7th Line
• Consent Application B04-2024 for Brummell at 513375 2nd Line
• $224,619.50 dust control tender award to Da-Lee Dust Control Ltd
• $30,500 water tank purchase from Husky Farm Equipment Ltd
• Introduction of a new Heavy Truck By-Law

Council Meeting

Council will consider a motion to request that Dufferin County be deemed an upper-tier municipality without planning responsibilities. The agenda also includes consent applications for 515509 2nd Line and a site plan amendment for Community Living Dufferin. Additionally, the meeting covers public works updates and a fire department by-law.

• Motion to request Dufferin County be deemed an "upper-tier municipality without planning responsibility"
• Consent applications B02-2024 and B03-2024 for 515509 2nd Line
• Site Plan Amendment application for Community Living Dufferin at Dufferin County Road 3
• Grand Valley & District Fire Department Regulating By-Law
• Proclamation of April 2024 as Sikh Heritage Month

Council Meeting

Amaranth Council will conduct a statutory public meeting regarding consent applications for 515509 2nd Line. The agenda also includes a resolution to support Sunday gun hunting and discussions on funding options for the Grand Valley Medical Centre. Additionally, council will review site alteration applications and updates to travel expense policies.

• Consent applications (B02-2024 and B03-2024) for 515509 2nd Line
• Resolution to support Sunday gun hunting and prepare a by-law
• Site alteration application for Braiden Farms at 475326 County Road 11
• $250.00 donation request for the Orangeville Optimist Club
• Update to Council travel mileage reimbursement rate

Police Services Board

The Amaranth Police Services Board will review the 2023 fourth quarter commander's report and discuss road safety correspondence. The meeting also includes a recommendation regarding the selection of new board appointees.

• Detachment Commander's Fourth Quarter Report 2023
• Orangeville Police Services Board resolution on Intimate Partner Violence
• Correspondence regarding road safety
• Recommendation for new board appointee selection to be referred to Council

Council Meeting

The Township of Amaranth Council will review the final 2024 Draft Budget and Water Budget, which includes a request for a levying by-law. The agenda also includes discussions on municipal funding requests and various planning applications.

• Approval of the 2024 Draft Budget and Water Budget
• $70,700 tile drain loan application for 255505 9th Line
• Proposed donations to local community groups totaling $1,000
• Notice of motion regarding Sunday Gun Hunting support
• Consent applications for 515509 2nd Line

Council Meeting

The Township of Amaranth Council is reviewing several municipal matters including a request to pause Highway 413 and redirect funds. The meeting includes discussions on a drainage petition for Gallaro, park land transfers, and ongoing 2024 budget discussions.

• Notice of Motion to request the Province pause Highway 413 and redirect $8 billion to municipal infrastructure
• Procurement of Star Next Software for Black Cat Unit at approximately $1,802.35
• Gallaro Drainage Petition involving R. J. Burnside & Associates Limited
• Transfer of $80,000.00 from Park Land Dedication funds for Waldemar Park improvements
• Resolution regarding natural gas access and the Ontario Energy Board decision

Council Meeting

The council will consider a resolution regarding drinking water issues and the boundary review process at Primrose Elementary School. The agenda also includes reviews of zoning amendments and a consent application for 513297 2nd Line. Additionally, officials will discuss supporting a provincial-funded equipment operator course.

• Resolution regarding Primrose Elementary School water and boundary review
• Consent Application B01-2024 for 513297 2nd Line
• Support for Municipal Equipment Operator Course
• Site Alteration Agreement SAA03-2024 (7th Line)
• Zoning By-Law Amendment Z01-2024

Special Meeting of Council

The Township of Amaranth Council is meeting for a special session to discuss the 2024 budget. This includes a review of the Treasury Report, IT capital budgets, and grants and donations schedules.

• 2024 Budget Discussion (Report 2024-007)
• IT Capital Budget review
• Grants and Donations Schedule 2023 - 2026
• Review of loan amortization schedule

Council Meeting

The meeting includes public hearings for zoning and consent applications at 2nd Line and County Road 109. Council will also consider a letter of concurrence for a Rogers telecommunications tower and review the draft budget report. Additionally, the agenda includes updates on human resources policies and site alteration requests.

• Zoning By-Law Amendment for 204297 County Road 109
• Consent Application for 513297 2nd Line
• Rogers telecommunications tower construction at 334233 7th Line
• Site alteration application for 2,450 cubic meters of fill at 475326 County Road 11
• Review of the draft budget report