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Champlain public meetings in 2023

29 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Thu Nov 23, 2023 · 6:00 PM

Public Meeting (Zoning)

Proposed zoning by-law amendment for Claude

The Township of Champlain is holding a public meeting to discuss a proposed zoning by-law amendment. The item is identified as File Z-07-2023 and involves a staff presentation regarding the proposal.

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UCPR Council Chambers
Thu Nov 23, 2023 · 6:15 PM

Regular Council Meeting

Champlain Council to consider water, sewer, and user fee amendments

The Township of Champlain will review by-law amendments regarding water, sewer, and user fees. The agenda also includes road assumptions for the La Seigneurie Subdivision and a zoning amendment. Additionally, council will address a lease agreement with The Higginson Tower Committee.

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UCPR Council Chambers
Thu Nov 9, 2023 · 5:00 PM

Committee of the Whole

Council discusses 2024 meeting schedule and human resources

The Committee of the Whole will review the Council meeting schedule for 2024. The committee will also hold an in-camera session regarding Human Resources - Day Care Services.

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UCPR Council Chambers
Thu Oct 26, 2023 · 6:00 PM

Regular Council Meeting

Champlain Council discusses zoning, accessibility plans, and municipal leases

The Council is reviewing several planning items including zoning amendments and land severances. They are also considering an accessibility policy, a museum lease renewal, and various administrative reports.

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UCPR Council Chambers
Thu Oct 12, 2023 · 4:00 PM

Committee of the Whole

Discussion of daycare services, homelessness prevention, and conservation programs

The Committee of the Whole will review a presentation on homelessness prevention in Prescott and Russell. Members will also discuss South Nation Conservation watershed programs and a potential transfer of daycare services.

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UCPR Council Chambers
Thu Sep 28, 2023 · 6:00 PM

Public Meeting (Zoning)

Proposed zoning by-law amendments for Wilson and housekeeping updates

The Township of Champlain is holding a public meeting to discuss two proposed zoning by-law amendments. These include File Z-05-2023 regarding Wilson and File Z-06-2023 for housekeeping amendments.

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UCPR Council Chambers
Thu Sep 28, 2023 · 6:30 PM

Regular Council Meeting

Council to consider zoning amendments and new municipal programs

The Champlain Council will review several zoning by-law amendments, including changes for La Ferme Tabouate and Wilson. The agenda also includes the adoption of a backyard hens pilot program and the establishment of a Heritage Advisory Committee. Additionally, council will review public consultation results regarding tiny homes.

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UCPR Council Chambers
Thu Sep 14, 2023 · 6:00 PM

Committee of the Whole

Champlain Committee discusses Senior Planner selection and Fire Department awards

The Committee of the Whole will discuss the interview and selection committee for a Senior Planner position. Council is also scheduled to present Fire Department Service Awards.

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UCPR Council Chambers
Thu Aug 24, 2023 · 6:00 PM

Public Meeting (Zoning)

Proposed zoning by-law amendment for La Ferme Tabouate

The Township of Champlain is holding a public meeting to discuss a proposed zoning by-law amendment. The discussion pertains to File Z-04-2023 regarding La Ferme Tabouate.

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✓ Decided: Council heard proposal to rezone land for La Ferme Tabouate

Council received a staff presentation regarding a proposed zoning by-law amendment for 1438 Greenlane Road West. The proposal seeks to allow the expansion of agricultural buildings on lands designated with aggregate reserve. No decision was recorded on the amendment during this meeting.

UCPR Council Chambers
Thu Aug 24, 2023 · 6:10 PM

Regular Council Meeting

Council to consider several zoning amendments and road widening by-laws

The Champlain Council will review various planning applications, including zoning amendments for Smith and La Ferme Tabouate. The meeting also includes discussions on short-term accommodation regulations and a proposed land acknowledgement statement. Additionally, the council will address infrastructure reports regarding drainage and road maintenance.

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✓ Decided: Council approves land acknowledgement and moves toward short-term rental rules

Council approved a Land Acknowledgement Statement for the township website and directed staff to draft a short-term rental licensing by-law. Several zoning amendments and road designations were passed, and a maintenance agreement for Lalonde Road was established.

UCPR Council Chambers
Thu Aug 10, 2023 · 4:00 PM

Committee of the Whole

Noise by-law exemption request and human resources presentation

The Committee of the Whole will review a request for a noise by-law exemption regarding fireworks. The meeting also includes an in-camera human resources presentation by Jean Leduc Consulting.

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✓ Decided: Committee recommends noise by-law exemption for private fireworks display

The Committee of the Whole recommended that Council grant a noise by-law exemption for a private fireworks display on August 19, 2023. The committee also held an in-camera session to discuss personal matters and employee negotiations.

Champlain Township Hall
Thu Jun 22, 2023 · 6:00 PM

Regular Council Meeting

Council votes on zoning changes, tiny homes policy, and fire service agreements

The Township of Champlain Council is deciding on several planning applications, including a zoning amendment for the Smith property and two land severance requests. Staff reports also cover new policies for backyard hens and tiny homes, as well as the award of a construction tender for the Mill Creek Municipal Drain. Additionally, the council will adopt by-laws authorizing agreements with the UCPR for fire communications and with Circular Materials for waste services.

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✓ Decided: Council awards $1.96M contract for Mill Creek Municipal Drain Project

Council approved a construction contract for the Mill Creek Municipal Drain and granted two land severance applications. Administration was directed to conduct public consultations regarding backyard hens and tiny homes. Staff were also instructed to report back in August regarding sanitary sewer backups in the Riverlane subdivision.

UCPR Council Chambers
Thu Jun 22, 2023 · 6:00 PM

Public Meeting (Zoning)

✓ Decided: Council held public meeting on zoning amendment for 1863 County Rd. 17

The Planner presented a proposed zoning by-law amendment (File Z-03-2023) to rezone lands at 1863 County Rd. 17 from Agricultural to Agricultural Special Exception Zones 34 and 36. The meeting was procedural, and no vote was recorded on the amendment itself.

UCPR Council Chambers
Thu May 25, 2023 · 6:00 PM

Regular Council Meeting

Champlain Council discusses zoning, tax rates, and community center budget

The Township of Champlain is reviewing several municipal by-laws including a zoning amendment for Dawn Litvin. Council will also consider the 2023 tax rates and a budget increase for the Vankleek Hill Community Centre rehabilitation.

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✓ Decided: Council increases Vankleek Hill Community Centre project budget by $100,000

Council approved a budget increase and new debt for the Phase 2 Arena project and authorized a 5-year lease for the Vankleek Hill & District Historical Society. A zoning by-law amendment for Dawn Litvin was also passed. Municipal support was granted for the Vankleek Hill Agricultural Society’s Truck Pull event.

UCPR Council Chambers
Thu Apr 27, 2023 · 6:00 PM

Regular Council Meeting

Council to consider zoning change, property standards committee, and Court Street traffic change

The Township of Champlain Council is meeting to review the 2022 audited financial statements, consider a zoning by-law amendment for Dawn Litvin, and decide on several by-laws including establishing a Property Standards Committee and temporarily removing the one-way designation on Court Street in L'Orignal. Staff reports cover planning, roads, fire, and other departments, and the meeting includes in-camera sessions for contract negotiations and human resources.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $595,200 for road reconstructions

Council approved the reconstruction of Perreault, Chartrand, and Ladouceur Streets. The board also granted two readings for a zoning by-law amendment for Dawn Litvin and approved road closures for two special events in Vankleek Hill.

UCPR Council Chambers
Thu Apr 27, 2023 · 6:00 PM

Public Meeting (Zoning)

Public meeting to discuss zoning by-law amendment for Dawn Litvin

The Township of Champlain is holding a public meeting to discuss a proposed zoning by-law amendment. The session focuses on file Z-02-2023 regarding Dawn Litvin.

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✓ Decided: Council holds public meeting on zoning amendment for 1340 Greenlane Road West

Council heard a staff presentation regarding a proposed zoning by-law amendment for 1340 Greenlane Road West to rezone lands from Rural to Rural Residential and Rural Special Exception Zone. No decisions were recorded on the amendment during this meeting.

UCPR Council Chambers
Thu Apr 13, 2023 · 4:00 PM

Committee of the Whole

Committee discusses patio extensions and drainage assessments

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing staff reports regarding a temporary outdoor patio extension and a drainage assessment update. The meeting also includes in-camera staff presentations for council training.

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✓ Decided: Committee recommends new rules for temporary outdoor patio extensions

The Committee of the Whole recommended that Council approve a new process for temporary licensed patio extensions for the 2023 season. It also recommended an update to a specific drainage assessment and approved a patio extension for Windsor Tavern. Additionally, the Mayor announced special landfill hours and fee waivers following an ice storm.

UCPR Council Chambers
Tue Apr 4, 2023 · 4:00 PM

Special Council Meeting

Special council meeting to discuss contract negotiations in closed session

This is a special meeting of the Township of Champlain council, held on April 4, 2023. The agenda includes routine items like adopting the agenda and disclosing pecuniary interests, followed by a closed (in camera) session for contract negotiations. No other business is listed.

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✓ Decided: Council holds special meeting to discuss contract negotiations

The council met for a special session and voted to enter an in-camera session to discuss contract negotiations. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

Champlain Township Hall
Thu Mar 30, 2023 · 4:00 PM

Special Council Meeting

Special meeting to discuss hiring parks director and negotiations in camera

The Township of Champlain is holding a special council meeting with a closed session to discuss hiring a Director of Parks and Recreation and negotiations. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no public decisions or discussions listed.

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✓ Decided: Council authorizes hiring of a Director of Parks and Recreation

Council approved the agenda and held an in-camera session to discuss personnel and negotiations. Following the session, Council authorized the Acting Chief Administrative Officer to negotiate an employment agreement and hire a Director of Parks and Recreation.

Champlain Township Hall
Wed Mar 22, 2023 · 4:00 PM

Special Council Meeting

Champlain Township to discuss re-branding

The Township of Champlain is holding a special meeting to review staff reports regarding township re-branding. The council will also consider a confirming by-law.

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✓ Decided: Champlain Township approves new logo Concept 1A with modifications

Council approved a new logo for the township based on Concept 1A. The approval included instructions to increase the size of the letter "C" and incorporate it into the icon.

Champlain Township Hall
Wed Mar 22, 2023 · 6:00 PM

Regular Council Meeting

Council to vote on 2023 Budget Estimates and various municipal drain by-laws

The Township of Champlain Council is meeting to decide on the 2023 Budget Estimates and a new Diaper Grant Program Policy. The body will also consider zoning and land severance applications and discuss the proposed closure of the L'Orignal Campground.

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✓ Decided: Council orders closure of L'Orignal Campground for 2024

Council decided to close the L'Orignal Campground starting in 2024. Other key actions included adopting the 2023 budget estimates and establishing a new diaper grant program policy.

UCPR Council Chambers
Thu Mar 16, 2023 · 1:30 PM

Special (Budget) Meeting

Township of Champlain discusses the 2023 Draft Budget

The Township of Champlain is holding a special meeting to review the 2023 budget. The session includes a presentation regarding the 2023 Draft Budget.

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✓ Decided: Council approves 2023 budget in principle with minor modifications

Council approved the 2023 budget in principle following modifications to the Public Works budget. A proposal to set a 5% tax rate increase was defeated. The final budget is scheduled for adoption at the March 22, 2023 Regular Council Meeting.

UCPR Council Chambers
Tue Mar 14, 2023 · 4:00 PM

Committee of the Whole

Committee to weigh L'Orignal Campground closure, summer camp, trail, rebranding

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to hear presentations on the Prescott Russell Recreational Trail and a township rebranding, and to consider staff reports on hiring a Director of Parks and Recreation, a summer camp program, and a proposed closure of the L'Orignal Campground in 2024. The meeting also includes a public question period and an in-camera session on staff training.

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✓ Decided: Committee recommends closing L'Orignal Campground by 2024

The Committee of the Whole recommended the closure of the L'Orignal Campground starting in 2024. Members also moved to develop an agreement with the Prescott Russell Recreational Trail Committee and appointed a selection committee for a Director of Parks and Recreation.

UCPR Council Chambers
Wed Feb 22, 2023 · 6:00 PM

Public Meeting (Zoning)

Public meeting on proposed zoning by-law amendment for Kaeppner

The Township of Champlain is holding a public meeting to discuss a proposed zoning by-law amendment. The session focuses on file Z-01-2023 regarding Kaeppner.

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✓ Decided: Council held public meeting on zoning amendment for 1950 Greenlane Road West

The Planner presented a proposed zoning by-law amendment (File Z-01-2023) to rezone a portion of 1950 Greenlane Road West from Rural (RU) to Rural Residential (RR). No decisions were recorded regarding the approval or denial of the amendment during this meeting.

UCPR Council Chambers
Wed Feb 22, 2023 · 6:15 PM

Regular Council Meeting

Council to consider zoning amendment for Benjamin H. Kaeppner

The Township of Champlain Council is meeting to discuss planning applications, parking on High Street in Vankleek Hill, and intersection recommendations for HWY34 and CR10. The body will also review the 2022 Audit Service Plan and annual water reports for three drinking water systems.

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✓ Decided: Council approves 2023 community grants and new parking limits on High Street

Council approved various 2023 community, special event, and facility usage grants. New 2-hour parking limits were approved for the west side of High Street in Vankleek Hill. Council also authorized the hiring of a project manager for arena rehabilitation.

UCPR Council Chambers
Thu Feb 9, 2023 · 4:00 PM

Special Council Meeting

Council to consider budget increase for Vankleek Hill Community Centre

The Township of Champlain is holding a special meeting to discuss the final budget approval for the rehabilitation of the Vankleek Hill Community Centre. Council will also consider a confirming by-law for the meeting.

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✓ Decided: Council approves budget increase and contract for Vankleek Hill Community Centre

Council approved a budget increase for the rehabilitation of the Vankleek Hill Community Centre and awarded a contract for phase 2 of the project. The funding will be sourced from the Parks and Recreation Reserve and new debt.

Champlain Township Hall
Thu Feb 9, 2023 · 4:10 PM

Committee of the Whole

Champlain Committee of the Whole to discuss 2023 municipal grants

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to review staff reports on municipal grants and proposed amendments to the procedural by-law. The session includes deputations regarding artisan wineries, labor and housing shortages, and tiny homes.

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✓ Decided: Committee recommends 2023 municipal grants and support for artisan wineries

The Committee of the Whole recommended several community, facility usage, and special event grants for 2023. It also recommended supporting the elimination of LCBO mark-ups and levies on non-VQA Ontario wines. Additionally, the Senior Planner was tasked with reviewing the use of tiny homes for affordable housing.

Champlain Township Hall
Wed Jan 25, 2023 · 6:00 PM

Regular Council Meeting

Council to consider zoning amendments and new telecommunications facility

The Township of Champlain is reviewing several planning projects, including zoning amendments and subdivision agreements. Council will also discuss user fee modifications and the purchase of breathing apparatus for the fire department.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $405,554 for new fire department breathing apparatus

Council authorized the purchase of SCBA equipment and a $90,000 budget increase to fund it via debt. Several zoning amendments and subdivision agreements were passed, and a new Acting Director of Daycare Services was appointed. Council also approved a $2,000 budget for a Diaper Grant Program.

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Tue Jan 17, 2023 · 4:00 PM

Committee of the Whole

Township of Champlain Committee discusses campground changes and staff recruitment

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing reports regarding the L'Orignal Campground and an agreement for Council Chamber use. The meeting also includes several in-camera discussions regarding human resources, contract negotiations, and municipal agreements.

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✓ Decided: Committee recommends changes to L'Orignal Campground sites

The Committee of the Whole recommended converting several transient lots at the L'Orignal Campground to seasonal use and green space. They also requested a report on the potential closure of the campground in 2024 and recommended an agreement to use UCPR Council Chambers.

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