Elizabethtown-Kitley, ON

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will review a minor variance application for the Greaves property. The applicant is seeking permission to build a detached second dwelling that deviates from current zoning bylaws regarding sewage, size, and distance from the main house.

• Application A10/26: Request for a second detached dwelling at 10834 Jellyby Rd
• Proposed variance to allow a separate sewage disposal system instead of a shared one
• Proposed variance for a floor area of 100m2, exceeding the 95m2 maximum
• Proposed variance to place the second dwelling 65m from the principal dwelling, exceeding the 9m limit

Special

The Council will meet in a special session to discuss several closed items. These include personnel matters regarding the Fire Department and issues related to privacy and potential litigation.

• Closed session: Personnel Matter - Fire Department
• Closed session: Privacy Concerns
• Closed session: Potential litigation regarding Privacy Concerns
• Bylaw 26-58: By-law to Confirm Proceedings of Council's Special Meeting on October 20, 2026

Planning Advisory Committee

The Planning Advisory Committee will consider a proposed zoning by-law amendment and two land severance applications. The body will also review decisions regarding land divisions for Jobo Farms Inc. properties.

• Proposed Zoning By-law 13-21 amendment for 409 Wanda Drive (File No. Z-09-26)
• Severance application for Kloosterman Property at Vacant Lot Rudl Rd (B-58-26)
• Severance application for Melchers Property at 24 Perth Street (B-63-26)
• Land division decisions for Jobo Farms Inc. properties (B-32-26 and B-33-26)
• Notice of passing for Zoning By-law Amendment Z-06-26 at 1804 County Rd 2

Regular Council

The Elizabethtown-Kitley Council will review several staff reports, including updates on fire services and building permits. The body is deciding on a one-year extension for Integrity Commissioner services and a recreation cost-sharing agreement with the Town of Smiths Falls.

• Proposed stop up, closure and conveyance of road allowance adjoining 2558 Old Red Road
• One-year extension for Integrity Commissioner Services
• One-year extension for Town of Smiths Falls Recreation Cost Sharing Agreement
• Draft HR policies regarding overtime, vacation, payroll, and personal information
• Q3 2026 updates for Fire Services and the Strategic Plan

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole meets Monday, October 5, 2026 at 6:00 PM in Council Chambers. Members will receive staff reports on 2026 facilities management capital items, a chain of office, water system consultations, HR policies, and a tax collection policy. The agenda also includes adoption of the September 8, 2026 minutes and a public question period. No decisions are recorded in this agenda; items are for committee review and recommendation to Council.

• FM-26-02: 2026 Facilities Management Capital Items Update, including Spring Valley Library front entrance ramp design and Frankville Public School draft architectural design
• A-26-44: Township of Elizabethtown-Kitley Water System Consultations, with public meeting notes from March 23, April 20, and May 19, 2026
• A-26-45: HR Policies, including Electronic Monitoring, Health and Safety, and Employee Conduct policies
• F-26-30: Tax Collection Policy, referencing By-Law 20-37
• A-26-43: Chain of Office report

Regular Council

The Township of Elizabethtown-Kitley Regular Council meets Monday, September 28, 2026 at 7:00 PM in Council Chambers. Staff reports cover the United Counties Growth Management Strategy update, a draft Council Remuneration Policy, Integrity Commissioner services, a site-specific bylaw for 7554 County Road 28 (Cleroux Kennels), and HR policies. Council will also receive correspondence on Buy Ontario procurement and a resident email about a tax bill, and is asked to confirm the meeting's proceedings by bylaw.

• Staff report P-26-28: United Counties Growth Management Strategy Update (Michael Michaud, Director of Development Services)
• Staff report A-26-39: draft Council Remuneration Policy POL.HR.26.021 (Rob Nolan, CAO/Deputy Clerk)
• Staff report A-26-40: Integrity Commissioner Services, with a letter from Tony Fleming
• Staff report A-26-41: site-specific bylaw for 7554 County Road 28 (Cleroux Kennels / A. Cleroux exemption)
• Correspondence: Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing on Buy Ontario procurement policies; R. Bycroft email re tax bill

Heritage Elizabethtown-Kitley Committee

The Heritage Elizabethtown-Kitley Committee discussed the history of heritage inventories and the challenges of protecting buildings from deterioration. The meeting also addressed a resolution to proceed with restoration at Fulford Pioneer Cemetery.

• Resolution passed to proceed with restoration at Fulford Pioneer Cemetery
• Discussion of OHA Designation deadline
• Inquiry regarding Methodist Churches of Kitley
• Inquiry regarding Oral History Cassette Collection
• Inquiry regarding Railway Photograph

Regular Council

Elizabethtown-Kitley Council will hold public meetings for proposed zoning by-law amendments at 4823 County Road 6 and 409 Wanda Drive, then consider staff reports on building permits, drainage, council pay, cemetery repairs, a legal opinion, and a road closure. The meeting includes a closed session for solicitor-client privileged advice on the Alto information sharing agreement.

• Public meeting: Zoning By-law Amendment Z-04-26 at 4823 County Road 6
• Public meeting: Zoning By-law Amendment Z-09-26 at 409 Wanda Drive
• Staff report PW-26-35: Greenbush Lane drainage improvements
• Staff report A-26-35: Fulford Cemetery wall repair (Stonelock Masonry quote)
• Staff report A-26-37: Proposed closure and conveyance of road allowance adjoining 2558 Old Red Road

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee is meeting to discuss the Bill Thake Memorial Award for Economic Development Leadership, an appointment to the St. Lawrence Corridor Economic Development Commission, and a verbal update on North Augusta property development studies. The committee will also enter a closed session to select the 2026 Business of the Year.

• Bill Thake Memorial Award for Economic Development Leadership - deadline September 18
• St. Lawrence Corridor Economic Development Commission - Industrial Representative Appointment
• North Augusta Property Development Studies (verbal update)
• Closed meeting: 2026 Business of the Year selection
• Adoption of minutes from June 2 and August 11, 2026

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will review several public works and administrative items. Key discussions include a proposed 50 km/h speed limit for the Hamlet of Greenbush and various infrastructure updates.

• By-law 26-51 to establish a 50 km/h maximum speed limit in the Hamlet of Greenbush
• Survey and geotechnical services for the New Dublin Public Works Garage
• Engineering services for roof repairs at Frankville School Property
• Emergency preparedness regarding the Township Office generator
• Burnbrae Farms Community Volunteer Day at Clifford E. Hall Park

Heritage Elizabethtown-Kitley Committee

The committee will review correspondence regarding heritage designations and property inquiries. Members will also discuss the sale of the Greenbush Wesleyan Church and updates on the Fulford Pioneer Cemetery pathway repairs.

• Fulford Pioneer Cemetery pathway repair update from CAO Rob Nolan
• Discussion of Greenbush Wesleyan Church property listed for sale
• Review of Ministry of Citizenship and Multiculturalism letter regarding OHA designation deadlines
• Community Heritage Membership renewal confirmation
• Discussion of committee term conclusion and 2026 municipal election

Special Meeting of Council

Planning Advisory Committee

The Planning Advisory Committee will review a proposed amendment to Zoning By-law 13-21 for the Brockville Correctional Centre property at 1804 County Rd 2. The agenda also includes adoption of the June 18, 2026 minutes and routine procedural items. No decisions are made at this meeting; it is a discussion and recommendation stage.

• Proposed zoning amendment for Brockville Correctional Centre, 1804 County Rd 2, Con. 1, Pt. Lots 5 & 6, Elizabethtown (File Z-06-26)
• Adoption of Planning Advisory Committee minutes from June 18, 2026
• Public question period and next meeting scheduled for September 24, 2026

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee is meeting to discuss several economic development topics, including a growth study, community improvement plan opportunities, community identity and tourism, trail and recreation, and heritage routes. These are discussion items, not decisions. The committee will also receive updates on the Business of the Year Award and the Counties' website.

• UCLG Growth Study discussion
• Community Improvement Plan opportunities (beautification, façade improvements, streetscaping)
• Community branding, gateways, and tourism promotion
• Trail development and active transportation
• Heritage and tourism routes

Regular Council

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will consider two minor variance applications regarding Zoning By-law 13-21. Decisions will be made on requests for setback relief for a porch and sewage system requirements for a detached second dwelling.

• Application A08/26: Request for setback relief to build an attached unenclosed porch at 5273 County Rd 46
• Application A09/26: Request to permit a detached second dwelling unit at 6464 New Dublin Rd to use a separate sewage disposal system

Special

The council will consider the fire department's recommendation on the invoice issued to the owner of 6657 Nash Side Road for unauthorized open‑air burning. They will also receive and approve the Drinking Water Quality Management System financial plan for the County Road 2 West waterline for 2026‑2031. Both items will be voted on during the special meeting.

• Invoice of $22,491.56 to 6657 Nash Side Road for fire response costs (By‑Law 24‑66)
• Three options for invoice relief: no relief, payment plan, or revised invoice
• Approval of DWQMS financial plan for water system #26000777, County Road 2 West (2026‑2031)
• Confirmatory By‑law 26‑46 to formalize the special meeting proceedings
• Public Question Period (15‑minute limit) for resident inquiries

Economic Development Committee

Regular Council

The Council reviewed several public works updates including a waste management master plan and landfill cell development. Discussions also covered water line communication failures, recycling collection concerns, and the New Dublin Garage project.

• Waste Management Master Plan Update (F-26-24)
• Asphalt Paving, Patching, and Shouldering RFT-PW-2026-01
• Winter Control Route Optimization Review (PW-26-27)
• Kitley Recycling Collection resident frustrations (A-26-27)
• Lily Bay Waterline communications link failure (A-26-29)

Closed Council

Lyn Bandshell Ad Hoc Committee

Frankville School Consultations

Lyn Bandshell Ad Hoc Committee

Le comité Ad Hoc du Lyn Bandshell se réunira principalement pour adopter les procès-verbaux précédents et discuter de la collecte de fonds ainsi que des mises à jour du personnel. Lors de la réunion du 13 mai, le comité a recommandé de commander des briques (sans briques vierges) et d'ajouter une plaque à proximité des briques. La construction est en cours ; les fondations ont été coulées et huit chargements de gravier ont été utilisés. Le total des fonds collectés à ce jour est de 59 264,39 $, incluant 3 775 $ pour les briques.

• Adoption des procès-verbaux du 13 mai recommandant la commande de briques sans briques vierges
• Discussion sur les efforts de collecte de fonds
• Mise à jour du personnel sur la construction du bandshell (fondations coulées ; date d'achèvement inconnue)
• Total des fonds collectés : 59 264,39 $ ; 3 775 $ pour les briques
• Proposition d'une plaque pour Sherril Mitchell à proximité des briques

Committee of Adjustment

Le Comité des dérogations (Committee of Adjustment) tiendra des audiences publiques concernant quatre demandes de dérogations mineures. Celles-ci comprennent des demandes de résidences secondaires avec des systèmes d'eau et d'égouts distincts et des marges de recul plus grandes, une piscine située plus près de l'eau, ainsi que l'agrandissement d'une clinique vétérinaire non conforme. La réunion comprend également l'adoption des procès-verbaux précédents et des questions de procédure.

• Audience publique pour A01/26 (4669 Airport Rd) – résidence secondaire avec eau/égouts distincts, entrée de garage séparée et située à 43 m de la résidence principale (reportée depuis février)
• Audience publique pour A05/26 (159 Brockmere Cliff) – piscine avec une marge de recul de 24 m par rapport à l'eau (30 m requis)
• Audience publique pour A06/26 (135 County Rd 7) – résidence secondaire avec systèmes distincts et superficie de plancher de 107 m² (maximum 95 m²)
• Audience publique pour A07/26 (2819 2nd Concession Rd) – agrandissement d'une clinique vétérinaire non conforme avec réduction des marges de recul avant et latérale
• Adoption des procès-verbaux du Comité des dérogations du 26 février et du 26 mars 2026

Closed Council

Regular Council

Le Conseil examinera plusieurs rapports du personnel, notamment une demande de prolongation d'un an pour le lotissement Deerbourne. Les discussions porteront sur un règlement sur le brûlage à l'air libre, le développement de sites de déchets et les options de desserte en eau pour North Augusta Road.

• Prolongation d'un an de l'approbation provisoire du lotissement Deerbourne
• Règlement sur le brûlage à l'air libre (FES-26-8)
• Modèle de prestation pour le nouveau projet New Dublin Garage
• Résultats de l'appel d'offres pour les options de desserte en eau et en eaux usées de North Augusta Road
• Amendements de zonage pour County Road 29, Anchorage Bay Road et County Road 46

Special

Le conseil tient une session spéciale qui passera immédiatement en séance à huis clos pour discuter d'une question de voirie forcée sous le privilège avocat-client et de deux questions de personnel (services de l'urbanisme et du greffe). À la suite de la séance à huis clos, le conseil adoptera un règlement de confirmation pour ratifier toute décision prise.

• Séance à huis clos : voirie forcée (privilège avocat-client, article 239(2)(f))
• Séance à huis clos : question personnelle concernant un employé du service de l'urbanisme
• Séance à huis clos : question personnelle concernant un employé du service du greffe
• Adoption du règlement de confirmation 26-38 pour confirmer les délibérations de la réunion spéciale

Planning Advisory Committee

Le Comité consultatif de planification discutera et pourrait recommander l'approbation de trois amendements au règlement de zonage afin de permettre une installation d'entreposage sur la County Road 29, ainsi que d'autres usages sur Anchorage Bay Road et la County Road 46. Il examinera également deux demandes de morcellement pour créer de nouveaux lots sur Jellyby Road et décidera des décisions de division de terrains précédemment recommandées.

• Amendement de zonage pour un terrain vacant sur la County Road 29 (propriété Gill) pour permettre une installation d'entreposage (MR-Special Exception)
• Amendement de zonage pour le 317 Anchorage Bay Rd (propriété Roth) - Dossier Z-05-26
• Amendement de zonage pour le 4208 County Rd 46 (propriété Steele) - Dossier Z-08-26
• Demandes de morcellement B-32-26 et B-33-26 (propriété Oosterhof) au 9511 Jellyby Rd pour de nouveaux lots
• Décisions de division de terrains sur les propriétés Branscombe et McCaw pour de nouveaux lots

Frankville School Public Consultation Meeting

Public Meeting / Open House

Le canton d'Elizabethtown-Kitley tient une réunion publique et une séance d'information pour examiner une proposition de modification du règlement de zonage concernant un établissement correctionnel au 1804 County Road 2. La modification réduirait le nombre de places de stationnement requises de 812 à 606 et permettrait une entrée de circulation pouvant atteindre 16 mètres de largeur. La propriété appartient au ministre de l'Infrastructure de l'Ontario.

• Proposition de modification du règlement de zonage (Z-06-26) pour le 1804 County Road 2
• Réduction de l'exigence de stationnement de 812 à 606 places (incluant 11 places accessibles)
• Augmentation de la largeur de l'entrée de 9 m à 16 m
• Zone d'exception spécifique au site I-XX pour le réaménagement de l'établissement correctionnel
• Propriété appartenant au ministre de l'Infrastructure de l'Ontario