Tyendinaga public meetings in 2024
32 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment will review a request from Linda Hume to build a 19.4ft x 12.0ft addition at 31 Young Street, Shannonville. The application seeks to reduce the required front yard setback from 24.6ft to 8.5ft to create a handicap accessible living area and entrance.
- Minor Variance Application #D13-02-2024 for 31 Young Street, Shannonville
- Proposed 19.4ft x 12.0ft addition with a reduced front lot line setback of 8.5ft
- Written opposition from resident Brenda Johnston regarding drainage and snow storage
- No objection reports from Hastings County and Quinte Conservation
Regular Meeting
Tyendinaga Township Council gave final reading to By-laws 81-2024 and 82-2024 to amend the Comprehensive Zoning By-law for the Bates property, and approved By-law 83-2024 establishing new fees and charges. The meeting also included presentations on community events and staff activity reports.
- By-law 81-2024: Amends Comprehensive Zoning By-law No. 03-16 for Bates (D14-35-2024)
- By-law 82-2024: Amends Comprehensive Zoning By-law No. 03-16 for Bates (D14-36-2024)
- By-law 83-2024: Establishes and requires payment of various fees & charges
- By-law 84-2024: Appoints the Committee of Adjustment for 2025
- Public meeting held regarding zoning by-law amendments for Bates property
Regular Meeting
The Tyendinaga Township Council convened a statutory public meeting under the Planning Act to hear comments on four proposed amendments to By-Law 03-16, the township's zoning by-law. Applications reviewed include Carmela Estates Winery (D14-11-2024) and three submissions by Elaine Wendel and 1632370 Ontario Inc. (files D14-32-2024, D14-33-2024, D14-34-2024). The council will not decide at this meeting but will consider the recommendations for a future regular council vote. Additional agenda items covered routine consent items, staff reports on roads and finance, and a notice of motion requesting provincial land‑transfer‑tax and GST redistribution.
- Zoning by‑law amendment D14-11-2024 – Carmela Estates Winery
- Zoning by‑law amendment D14-32-2024 – Elaine Wendel
- Zoning by‑law amendment D14-33-2024 – Elaine Wendel
- Zoning by‑law amendment D14-34-2024 – 1632370 Ontario Inc.
- Staff report: Reopening of Salmon River Road and postponement of pilot project
Regular Meeting
Tyendinaga Township Council adopted By-law 72-2024 to authorize borrowing for fire apparatus capital works and received routine reports on roads, budget, and OPP billing.
- By-law 72-2024: Fire apparatus borrowing authorization
- 2024 OSIM Assessment report
- Operating Budget to Actuals Report as of September 30, 2024
- 2025 OPP Annual Billing Statement
- Quinte Conservation 2025 Preliminary Budget
Special Meeting
Tyendinaga Township Council held a special meeting on November 6, 2024, to confirm the actions taken during the session. The meeting included a closed session regarding personal matters and labour relations, followed by the adoption of By-law 70-2024 to ratify the council's decisions.
- Closed session to discuss personal matters and labour relations
- Adoption of By-law 70-2024 to confirm council proceedings
- Hybrid meeting held at Tyendinaga Township Recreation Hall
Regular Meeting
The Tyendinaga Township Council held a statutory public meeting to review two applications to amend Zoning By-law 03-16 for the Carmela Estates Winery (files D14-10-2024 and D14-11-2024). Council will not decide at the public meeting but will consider the amendments later that evening. The agenda includes first, second and third readings of By-law 69-2024 and By-law 70-2024 to enact the zoning changes. A staff report on the reconsideration of the Milltown Bridge is also presented.
- Public meeting to review Zoning By-law amendment D14-10-2024 (Carmela Estates Winery)
- Public meeting to review Zoning By-law amendment D14-11-2024 (Carmela Estates Winery)
- Written comments received from Hastings County, Quinte Conservation, and Ministry of Transportation
- Adoption of By-law 69-2024 amending Zoning By-law 03-16 for Carmela Estates Winery (D14-10-2024)
- Adoption of By-law 70-2024 amending Zoning By-law 03-16 for Carmela Estates Winery (D14-11-2024)
Regular Meeting
The Township Council will adopt Confirmatory By‑law 68‑2024, finalizing the meeting’s proceedings. Staff reports on the September roads activity, the 2025 budget timetable, and senior/accessible parking will be received. The Public Library Board’s request to use an electronic message board and Zodiac signs for the November 1‑2 Melrose Craft Show will be approved. A statutory public meeting will be held under the Planning Act to hear comments on five zoning by‑law amendment applications (files D14‑27‑2024 to D14‑31‑2024); no decision on those applications will be made at this meeting.
- Adopt Confirmatory By‑law 68‑2024 (final reading, mayor and CAO to sign)
- Staff report: Roads Activity Report September 1‑30, 2024
- Staff report: Budget Timetable and Preparation for 2025
- Library Board request to use electronic message board and Zodiac signs for the 2024 Melrose Craft Show (Nov 1‑2)
- Public meeting on zoning by‑law amendment applications D14‑27‑2024 through D14‑31‑2024 (Fobert and Mike Whalen’s General Carpentry)
Special Meeting
The Tyendinaga Township Council will hold a special meeting to adopt By‑law 67‑2024, which formally confirms the actions taken at this meeting. A closed‑session will be held to discuss personal matters about an identifiable individual under s.239(2)(b). The agenda also includes routine items such as adoption of the agenda and a declaration of pecuniary interest.
- Adopt By‑law 67‑2024 to ratify the Council's actions at the October 2, 2024 special meeting
- Closed‑session discussion of personal matters about an identifiable individual per s.239(2)(b)
- Adoption of the meeting agenda
- Declaration of pecuniary interest by council members
- Land acknowledgement of the Haudenosaunee and Mohawk territories
Regular Meeting
The Township of Tyendinaga will hold a public meeting to review five zoning by-law amendment applications. Council will also consider adopting a Community Risk Assessment and authorizing the sale of retired fire equipment.
- Zoning by-law amendments for Fobert (D14-27-2024, D14-28-2024) and Mike Whalen's General Carpentry (D14-29-2024, D14-30-2024, D14-31-2024)
- Adoption of the Community Risk Assessment (CRA) via By-law 65-2024
- Authorization to sell Old Pumper 801 and Scott 22166 SCBA equipment on GovDeals
- Review of Fire Service Activity Report for August 2024
- Information items regarding Mohawks of the Bay of Quinte Paramedic Base opening
Special Meeting
This special meeting consists primarily of procedural items and a closed session. Council is scheduled to discuss personal matters and potential litigation in private.
- Closed session to discuss personal matters about an identifiable individual
- Closed session to discuss litigation or potential litigation
- By-law 59-2024 to confirm the proceedings of the September 18, 2024 Special Meeting
Regular Meeting
The Tyendinaga Township Council gave first, second and final readings to By-law 56-2024 establishing a policy for unmaintained municipal roads and private lanes, and to By-law 57-2024 limiting the gross vehicle weight on the Milltown Bridge to 10 tonnes. The Council also approved the Winter Operations Plan 2024‑2025 and selected a finance option for a new fire pumper apparatus. By-law 58-2024 was adopted to confirm the council's proceedings. Several staff reports on roads and finance were received for information.
- By-law 56-2024 – Assumption of Unmaintained Municipal Roads and Private Lanes Policy
- By-law 57-2024 – Gross vehicle weight limit of 10 tonnes on Milltown Bridge
- By-law 58-2024 – Confirmatory by-law for council proceedings
- Approval of Fire Pumper Apparatus Finance Options (Option 1, 2, or 3)
- Replacement Options for Milltown Bridge – timber deck replacement in October 2024 and future capital planning
Regular Meeting
The Council will consider approving the 2024-2034 Strategic Plan and a new policy for the assumption of unmaintained municipal roads and private lanes. The meeting includes a public hearing for two zoning by-law amendments regarding properties owned by Chadwick. Council will also discuss infrastructure changes to Queen Street and Milltown Bridge.
- Public meeting for zoning by-law amendments D14-25-2024 and D14-26-2024 (Chadwick)
- Proposed 10-tonne load restriction and potential closure of Milltown Bridge by November 1, 2024
- Proposed removal of sidewalk on Queen Street between York Road and Beach Road
- Approval of the 2024-2034 Strategic Plan
- Approval of Assumption of Unmaintained Municipal Roads and Private Lanes Policy
Regular Meeting
Council will conduct a statutory public meeting to review a proposed zoning by-law amendment for the Babiak application (file D14-24-2024). The meeting also includes reviews of municipal activity reports and several land-use agreements.
- Public meeting for Zoning By-law amendment file D14-24-2024 (Babiak)
- Contract for Employee Group Evaluation, Pay Equity and Compensation Review with Pesce & Associates for $23,800 plus HST
- Mutual Aid Agreement for Fire Protection Services with the Town of Greater Napanee
- By-law 50-2024 to stop up and close a forced road traversing Part of Lot 17, Concession 4
- Encroachment Agreement for 2035 Shannon Road (James Edward Walsh Estate)
Special Meeting
The Tyendinaga Township Council held a special meeting on July 17, 2024. The council adopted By‑law 52‑2024, which formally confirms the motions and resolutions passed at this meeting. The council entered a closed session to discuss a position, plan, procedure, criteria or instruction related to municipal negotiations under s.239(2)(k). The meeting concluded with adjournment.
- Adoption of Confirmatory By‑law 52‑2024 to ratify the meeting’s proceedings
- Closed‑session discussion of s.239(2)(k) negotiation position, plan, or criteria
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment is deciding on a minor variance application for a single-family dwelling on Main Street, which would exceed the maximum building height of 7.5 metres. The applicant, Michael & Janel Whalen, is requesting to build a dwelling with a height of 11 metres. The committee will consider the application and hear comments from the public.
- Minor variance application D13-01-2024 for 11m building height
- Property located on Main Street (formerly Lumber Street), Marysville
Regular Meeting
The Council will hold a statutory public meeting to review zoning amendment applications for properties involving Hongren Jiao and Suzan & Bob DeSnoo. Following the public session, Council will move to give three readings to By-laws 43-2024, 44-2024, and 45-2024. The agenda also includes reports on wayfinding strategies and administrative penalties.
- Zoning by-law amendments for files D14-20-2024, D14-22-2024, and D14-23-2024
- Three readings of By-laws 43-2024, 44-2024, and 45-2024
- Research into Administrative Monetary Penalty By-Law implementation
- Support for Shannonville Agricultural Society liquor license application
- Review of Draft Wayfinding Strategy report
Regular Meeting
The Council will hold a public meeting to review six different zoning by-law amendment applications. They are also considering a pilot project to close part of Salmon River Road to combat illegal garbage dumping. Additionally, the Energy Conservation and Demand Management Plan is up for approval.
- Review of six zoning by-law amendment applications (D14-14-2024 to D14-19-2024)
- Pilot project to close part of Salmon River Road to combat illegal dumping
- Decision regarding maintenance of unmaintained portion of Main Street
- Approval of the Energy Conservation and Demand Management Plan
- Proposed upgrade to Plumb Road Allowance at 7455 Old Highway 2
Regular Meeting
Council will hold a public meeting to review two zoning by-law amendment applications. Additionally, the council is set to award a road surface treatment contract to Greenwood Paving (Pembroke) Ltd.
- Zoning By-law Amendment: Robinson (File D14-12-2024)
- Zoning By-law Amendment: Mike Whalen's General Carpentry Ltd. (File D14-13-2024)
- Road Surface Treatment contract award to Greenwood Paving (Pembroke) Ltd. for $144,768.00
- By-law 34-2024 to establish a Joint Municipal Election Compliance Audit Committee
- Support for West Nile virus prevention and larviciding activities
Regular Meeting
The Township of Tyendinaga will hold a statutory public meeting to review five proposed zoning by-law amendments. Council will also consider the purchase of a half-ton truck and the assumption of lands for a public highway.
- Public meeting for zoning amendments: McFarlane (D14-05-2024, D14-06-2024), Kirby (D14-07-2024), and McGuinness (D14-08-2024, D14-09-2024)
- Proposed purchase of a 2023 Ford F150 4x4 Supercrew from Boyer Stirling
- Assumption of lands for a public highway at Part North Range Lt 15 Con 4 Tyendinaga Pt 3 21R26609
- Review of Quarterly Finance Operating Budget to Actuals Report Q1 as of March 31, 2024
- Presentation by House League Select regarding the creation of select teams
Special Meeting
The Council is convening a special meeting to conduct business in both open and closed sessions. The agenda includes a closed session to discuss land acquisitions, personal matters, labour relations, and confidential information.
- Closed session regarding land acquisition or disposition
- Closed session regarding personal matters of individuals or employees
- Closed session regarding labour relations or employee negotiations
- By-law 22-2024 to confirm Council proceedings
Regular Meeting
The Tyendinaga Township Council is meeting to review staff reports on fire services and council remuneration. The body is also considering a land consent application involving rezoning and development agreements.
- Application for Consent B149/22 (Steven Fobert) involving rezoning to Rural Residential and Environmental Protection zones
- 2023 Council Remuneration Report
- Waste Management of Canada Corporation Annual Monitoring Report #37
- Third Party Support Application from Tyendinaga Township Public Library for its 50th Anniversary
- Pay Equity Review request from the Tyendinaga Township Public Library Board
Regular Meeting
Council will consider approving the 2024 Operating and Capital Budget and a new General Fees and Charges By-law. The meeting includes a public hearing for three zoning by-law amendments and a vote on a winter sand and gravel contract.
- Approval of 2024 Operating and Capital Budget
- Award of $81,600.00 contract for Winter Sand and Gravel Crushing to Team Henderson Custom Crushing
- Public meeting for zoning amendments D14-02-2024 (Patrick Buckley), D14-03-2024, and D14-04-2024 (1632370 Ontario Inc.)
- By-law 20-2024 to establish and require payment of various fees and charges
- Authorization to dispose of a surplus truck via online auction
Special Meeting
Council is meeting to discuss the second draft of the 2024 operating budget and capital projects. The body is also reviewing a proposed annual CPI-based adjustment for municipal fees and charges effective June 1, 2024.
- Proposed $853,000 road resurfacing (Option 1) for Shannonville Road, Old Highway 2, and Cross Road
- Request for $50,000 to purchase a used half-ton truck for the Roads Department
- Proposed annual fee adjustments based on Consumer Price Index (CPI) with an estimated $63,000 revenue increase
- Review of third-party and cemetery support requests totaling up to $6,000
- Proposed fee increases for dog licensing, kennel licensing, and youth soccer
Regular Meeting
The Council is establishing a joint board for the Lennox & Addington O.P.P Detachment to comply with the Community Safety and Policing Act, 2019. The body will also review monthly activity reports for recreation and fire services.
- Appointment of a representative to the Lennox & Addington Joint O.P.P Detachment Joint Board
- Formation of a community appointee selection committee for the O.P.P Joint Board
- Recreation & Facilities Monthly Activity Report for February 2024
- Fire Service Activity Report for February 2024
- Northern Rural Networks Municipal Agreement Request
Regular Meeting
The Township of Tyendinaga is meeting to review roads activity and traffic counts on Shannonville Road. Council will decide on the pre-approval and release of a Request for Tender for winter sand and gravel crushing.
- Pre-approval for the Release of Winter Sand and Gravel Crushing RFT
- Updated Traffic Counts on Shannonville Road
- 2023 Annual Water Report - Tyendinaga Distribution System (MBQ)
- MBQ Water Treatment Plant Report 4th Q 2023
- Support resolutions for various municipalities regarding Enbridge Gas, Occupational Health and Safety Act, and road safety
Regular Meeting
Council is deciding on a boundary road agreement with the County of Lennox & Addington and a zoning by-law amendment. The body is also discussing a feasibility study for Shannon and Phillips Roads and the recruitment of recreation committees.
- By-law 12-2024: Boundary Road Agreement with the County of Lennox & Addington for County Road 10
- By-law 10-2024: Amendment to Comprehensive Zoning By-law No. 03-16 (Walsh D14-01-2024)
- By-law 11-2024: Authorizing the Clerk to give municipal conditions on minor planning applications for consent
- Approval of the Capital Projects Carry Forward Policy
- Recruitment for Recreation & Sports Committee and Canada Day and ATV Parade Ad Hoc Committees
Special Meeting
Council is meeting to receive the 2024 Draft Municipal Budget as information. The proposed budget includes a 19.74% increase in the combined tax rate, which represents a yearly difference of $497.45 for a residential property with a $200,000 assessment.
- Proposed combined tax rate increase of 19.74%
- Capital projects: Road resurfacing, Tandem Plow Truck, and Fire Pumper Truck
- Transportation projects: Blessington Road reconstruction and Shannonville Road resurfacing
- Recycling collection contract increase of $14,862
- Comprehensive Zoning By-law Review
Public Meeting
Council is reviewing an application to rezone a severed lot at 1187 Weese Road from Marginal Agriculture (MA) to Rural Residential (RR). The change is required because the lands no longer meet minimum lot area requirements for the MA zone. No decision will be made at this public meeting.
- Zoning By-law Amendment Application #D14-01-2024 for Pat & Kathy Walsh
- Proposed rezoning of 1187 Weese Road (Pt Lot 15, Con 4) from Marginal Agriculture to Rural Residential
- Review of Environmental Protection (EP) boundary adjustments based on Quinte Conservation comments
- Review of comments from Hastings County and Quinte Conservation
Regular Meeting
The Council is meeting to approve the 2022 Audited Financial Statements and a transfer of $110,091.33 in surplus to working capital reserves. The body will also consider a new Code of Conduct for Council and Local Boards and discuss emergency detour routes for Highway 401 closures.
- Approval of 2022 Audited Financial Statements and $110,091.33 surplus transfer to reserves
- By-law 07-2024 to establish a Code of Conduct for Council and Local Boards
- Emergency Detour Route (EDR) MTO 556-566 report regarding Highway 401 closures
- Request from Tomlinson for an exemption to By-law No. 2021-60 (Noise By-law)
- Removal of a Zoning By-law Amendment application from the meeting agenda
Regular Meeting
Council is meeting to decide on a 2024 interim tax levy and a borrowing by-law for current expenditures. The body will also consider zoning amendments and a new Code of Conduct for members of Council and local boards.
- By-law 03-2024: Provision for an Interim Tax Levy in 2024
- By-law 02-2024: Authorization to borrow money for current expenditures
- By-law 04-2024 and 05-2024: Amendments to Comprehensive Zoning By-law No. 03-16
- Proposed Code of Conduct for Members of Council and Local Boards
- Presentations from The Loomex Group on Community Risk Assessment and the Tyendinaga Township Public Library Board
Public Meeting
Council is holding a public meeting to review two applications for zoning by-law amendments. No decisions will be made during this meeting; instead, an amending by-law will be presented for approval at a Regular Council meeting later the same evening.
- Application D14-26-2023: Proposal to rezone 961 Lazier Rd from Marginal Agriculture (MA) to Rural Residential (RR)
- Application D14-27-2023: Zoning by-law amendment application by 1632370 Ontario Inc. (Andy Vos)
Regular Meeting
The Tyendinaga Township Council is meeting to discuss resident requests for Shannon Road improvements and a presentation on EV fast charging. The body is also reviewing several land consent applications for property severances and rezoning.
- Resident request for Shannon Road improvements
- Presentation by Jule on EV Fast Charging & Energy Storage
- Consent Application B136/23 (Hongren Jiao) including $900 parkland payment
- Consent Application B142/23 (Neil Griffith) including $900 parkland payment
- Consent Applications B156/23 and B157/23 (Carmela Estates Winery) including $900 parkland payments each