Tay, ON

Heritage Committee

Horticulture Committee

Committee of Adjustment

Tay Township Public Library Board

Inaugural Council

Committee of the Whole

Committee of Adjustment

Council

Tay Township Public Library Board

Committee of Adjustment

Council

Council is deciding on the 2027 User Fees and Service Charges By-law, the 2027 Interim Tax Levy, and 2027 Water and Wastewater Rates. The body will also consider a payment plan for development charges and the removal of a holding symbol for a specific property.

• 2027 User Fees and Service Charges By-law (By-law No. 2026-40)
• 2027 Interim Tax Levy (By-law No. 2026-43)
• 2027 Water and Wastewater Rates (By-law No. 2026-39)
• Development Charge Installment Payment Plan for 436 and 440 Fifth Avenue, Port McNicoll
• Removal of Holding Symbol (G) for 73 Silver Birch Crescent (By-law No. 2026-45)

Planning Public Meeting

The Township of Tay is holding a public meeting to consider a Zoning By-law amendment for 1420 Newton Street. The meeting includes presentations from the Manager of Planning and Development Services and MHBC Planning Consultants.

• Proposed Zoning By-law Amendment (ZBA-2026-06) for 1420 Newton Street

Council Information Package

This Council Information Package contains correspondence and advisories for information only. There are no items scheduled for decision or discussion.

• Consultation from the Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks regarding the Conservation Authorities Act, Clean Water Act, and Lake Simcoe Protection Act
• Advisory from the County of Simcoe regarding a virtual Remembrance Day lecture series at the Simcoe County Museum
• Release from the County of Simcoe celebrating child care workers and early childhood educators

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will hold a public meeting to consider several consent and minor variance applications. Staff recommend granting a consent application to create one new lot at 6836 Highway 93.

• Consent and Minor Variance Applications for 6836 HWY 93 (2026-B-24 & 2026-A-19)
• Minor Variance Application for 484 Assiniboia Street (2026-A-23)
• Minor Variance Application for 14 King Road (2026-A-24)
• Consent Application for 471 Fifth Avenue (2026-B-11-17)
• Consent Applications for 482 Fifth Avenue (2026-B-18-21) and 3323 Triple Bay Road (2026-B-25-26)

Council Information Package

This Council Information Package contains correspondence for the council's information. It includes a resolution from the Township of Springwater and an event advisory from the County of Simcoe.

• Resolution from Township of Springwater regarding Huronia West OPP traffic calming and speed mitigation techniques
• Advisory for 'Night at the BOO-seum' event at Simcoe County Museum from October 28 to 30, 2026

Tay Township Public Library Board

The Library Board will review and approve a new logo option and discuss programming policy. The meeting includes a review of September 2026 accounts and a closed session for a performance review.

• Approval of September 2026 Library Board accounts in the amount of $6,147
• Selection of a new Tay Township Public Library Logo
• Discussion regarding Programming Policy
• Closed session for a performance review of an identifiable individual

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss a request to permit a nature school at 2703 Triple Bay Road for up to three years. The body will also review proposed updates to 2027 user fees and service charges.

• Temporary Use By-law 2026-ZBA-05 for a nature school at 2703 Triple Bay Road
• 2027 User Fees and Service Charges By-law updates
• Development charges deferral request for 440 & 436 Fifth Avenue, Port McNicoll
• Request for no parking signs on Hearthstone Drive

Public Meeting - Building and Planning Fee Review

Council is holding a public meeting to receive comments on proposed increases to building and planning application fees. The review was conducted by Hemson Consulting using a benchmark methodology.

• Public meeting regarding proposed amendments to building related fees and charges
• Discussion on proposed fee increases for planning applications
• Presentation by Andrew Mirabella of Hemson Consulting regarding the fee review

Horticulture Committee

The Horticulture Committee is meeting to discuss seasonal maintenance and decorating plans. The agenda includes reviews of planting and decoration schedules for the township.

• Bulb planting plan
• Entrance Sign decorating discussion
• Fall decoration removal, Remembrance Crosses, and winter decorating
• Stipend sheets

Council Information Package

This document is a weekly information package containing correspondence for Council's review. It includes news releases from the County of Simcoe and a resolution from another municipality.

• Resolution from the Township of The Archipelago supporting the permanent doubling of the Ontario Community Infrastructure Fund
• County of Simcoe release regarding 2026 Age-Friendly Recognition Awards
• County of Simcoe notice regarding citizen appointments for committees or boards

Heritage Committee

The Tay Heritage Committee meets Tuesday, October 6, 2026 at 2:00 PM in the Vic Kelly Boardroom at the Municipal Office. The agenda is largely procedural: approval of the agenda, disclosure of interest, and adjournment. Items for information include working groups on Story Board Signs, Designations, and the Heritage Youth Contest, plus a heritage presentation to Council in 2027 and the Victoria Harbour Reunion. No decisions, contracts, or dollar amounts are listed on the agenda itself.

• Working Group: Story Board Signs
• Working Group: Designations
• Working Group: Heritage Youth Contest — letter to Mr. Nye proposes grades 4-6 junior and grades 7-8 senior, with prizes of $100, $75 and $50 per division
• Heritage Presentation to Council 2027
• Victoria Harbour Reunion

Council Information Package

This document is a weekly information package containing correspondence for Council's information. It does not list any items for decision or formal discussion.

• Correspondence regarding the 2026 Ontario Senior Achievement Award
• County of Simcoe advisory on Age-Friendly Champions
• County of Simcoe release on a September 30 controlled burn in Clearview
• Georgian Bay General Hospital Foundation correspondence regarding a Tay Canada Day donation
• Township of Ramara resolutions regarding Conservation Authority governance and water aerodrome consultation

Council Information Package

This is a Council Information Package for the Corporation of the Township of Tay dated Monday, September 28, 2026. It is a collection of correspondence for Council's information, not a decision agenda: no items are listed as decided or voted on. The package contains Simcoe County releases and advisories, one North Simcoe stakeholder letter, and two resolutions from other municipalities. Sections for correspondence from the Province, internal correspondence, and correspondence from residents all state 'None received.'

• Simcoe County Museum 'Last Blast' vintage construction equipment event on October 17, 2026, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at 1151 ON-26, Minesing; admission $10 adults, $8 seniors, $8 youth, $5 children, free for preschoolers and Museum Members
• County of Simcoe advisory: nomination deadline extended for the 14th Annual Newcomer Recognition Awards
• County of Simcoe release: bi-weekly fall leaf and yard waste collection resumes in October in Simcoe County
• County of Simcoe release: County to conduct a controlled burn in Clearview
• County of Simcoe release: applications open for the Bradford West Gwillimbury Community Liaison Group

Planning Public Meeting

Tay Township Council is holding a Planning Public Meeting to consider a proposed temporary use by-law for 2703 Triple Bay Road (application 2026-ZBA-05), submitted by owners Franco and Royanne Naccarato. The meeting includes a presentation by the Manager of Planning and Development Services, followed by public and council question periods. The agenda lists no other substantive items.

• Proposed temporary use by-law for 2703 Triple Bay Road (2026-ZBA-05)
• Application by Franco and Royanne Naccarato to amend Zoning By-law 2000-57
• Public correspondence from G. Bourque (2775 Triple Bay Road), J. & A. Casa (2450 Irish Line, Coldwater), and K. Rawlings
• Meeting held in Council Chambers, 450 Park Street, Victoria Harbour, and livestreamed on YouTube

Special Council - DC Complaint Hearing Continuation

Tay Township Council is holding a continuation of a hearing on a Development Charges Act complaint filed by Wye Heritage Marine Resort regarding development charges for a property at 3282 Ogdens Beach Road. The council will hear presentations from the resort and school boards, then consider staff reports and decide whether to dismiss or adjust the complaint. The meeting also includes a closed session for solicitor-client privileged advice.

• Development Charges Act complaint by Wye Heritage Marine Resort regarding Building Permit 2026-046 issued April 15, 2026
• Presentation by Derek Lubert and Andy Blenkarn of Maple Leaf Marinas on the complaint
• Joint responding submission from Simcoe County District School Board and Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board
• Staff report CS-2026-062 on the Tay portion of the development charges complaint
• Staff report CS-2026-073 on the school boards portion of the complaint

Council

Tay Township Council will receive the Treasurer's 2027 Budget and Economic Outlook report and consider a target for the overall increase to the Municipal Tax Rate Levy. Council will also enact three by-laws, including one setting council remuneration, one authorizing an agreement with the Georgian Bay Snowriders Club, and one allowing a temporary use at 2057 Old Fort Road. The agenda includes routine approvals of minutes and committee reports, a logo design contest winner announcement, and a verbal update on the Sunset Court petition.

• 2027 Budget and Economic Outlook report (CS-2026-074) with proposed tax levy increase target
• By-law 2026-34: establishes rate of remuneration for Council members
• By-law 2026-35: authorizes agreement with Georgian Bay Snowriders Club
• By-law 2026-36: allows temporary use at 2057 Old Fort Road (Concession 4, W Pt Lot 9)
• Correspondence from resident of 15 Hearthstone Drive requesting a no parking sign

Council Information Package

This is a weekly Council Information Package for the Township of Tay, containing correspondence for Council's information only, with no decisions or discussions. It includes a County of Simcoe release about a citizenship ceremony for 34 new Canadians and a notice that nominations for the Newcomer Recognition Awards are open until September 25. No other correspondence was received.

• Newcomer Recognition Awards nomination deadline extended to September 25
• County of Simcoe concludes Week of Welcome with citizenship ceremony for 34 new Canadians
• No correspondence received from Province, residents, North Simcoe stakeholders, or other municipalities

Tay Township Public Library Board

The Tay Township Public Library Board will consider a recommendation to Council on transitioning to a single-branch library system, including collection size, branch size, and operational timeline. The board will also approve August 2026 accounts of $5,740 and receive activity, statistics, and newsletter reports. A closed session is scheduled for a verbal report on personal matters about an identifiable individual (human resources).

• Recommendation LRC-2026-001: Transition to a One Branch Library, including building needs and time frame
• Library Board Accounts for August 2026 in the amount of $5,740 to be received
• Library Activities Report - August 2026
• Library Statistics - August 2026
• Closed session: Verbal Report, Library CEO, re: personal matters about an identifiable individual (Human Resources)

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will hold a virtual public meeting to consider four planning applications: one deferred consent and minor variance application, two minor variance applications, and one consent application. Staff recommendations are included for the minor variance applications, while the deferred item will be discussed. The meeting is procedural and focuses on individual property requests.

• 2026-B-24 & 2026-A-19, 6836 HWY 93 - Consent and Minor Variance Applications (DEFERRED)
• 2026-A-20, 105 Lumber Road - Minor Variance Application (carport, staff recommends approval with conditions)
• 2026-A-21, 6692 HWY 93 - Minor Variance Application
• 2026-A-22, 98 Hoyt Avenue - Minor Variance Application
• 2026-B-22 & 2026-B-23, 549 Fifth Avenue - Consent Applications

Seniors Advisory Committee

Council Information Package

This is a Council Information Package for the Township of Tay, containing correspondence and notices for Council's information rather than decisions. Items include a provincial notice about proposed regulations under the Municipal Accountability Act, 2026, County of Simcoe advisories and releases, minutes from the Port McNicoll Recreation Committee, and resolutions from other municipalities. No resident correspondence was received.

• Correspondence from Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing: Municipal Accountability Act, 2026 regulations posted for public comment
• Advisory: County of Simcoe Week of Welcome, September 14-18, 2026
• Advisory: Simcoe County Quilt, Rug and Artisan Fair
• Release: Doors Open invites visits to Simcoe County cultural and heritage assets
• Resolutions from New Tecumseth and Springwater on Canada North Vehicles Initiative; Springwater resolution opposing changes to Ontario's Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing several staff reports, including monthly activity updates for various departments. Key discussions include a potential four-year snowmobile access agreement for the Tay Shore Trail and a temporary use extension for a business at 2057 Old Fort Road.

• Proposed 18-month temporary use extension for vehicle and equipment storage at 2057 Old Fort Road
• Proposed four-year agreement for Georgian Bay Snowriders Club to use the Tay Shore Trail
• Approval of $2,391.83 in 2026 Q2 tax adjustments
• Authorization of easement agreements for 122 and 124 Juneau Road
• Approval of the 2027 Committee of the Whole and Council meeting schedule

Council Information Package

This document is a weekly Council Information Package containing correspondence and resolutions from other government levels and municipalities. It serves to inform the Council of external communications rather than presenting new items for local decision.

• Thank you letter from Midland Curling Club regarding sponsorship
• City of Toronto resolution regarding heritage property protection expiry dates
• Town of Parry Sound resolution requesting a provincial regulatory framework for e-scooters

Horticulture Committee

The Township of Tay Horticulture Committee will meet on September 8, 2026, to approve its agenda and discuss committee business. The agenda includes setting dates for fall garden and decorating work, determining the placement date for Remembrance Day crosses, and outlining the application process for the 2026-2030 term. No correspondence was received, and the next meeting is scheduled for October 13, 2026.

• Setting dates for fall garden and decorating work
• Determining placement date for Remembrance Day crosses
• Outlining the Committee Application process for the 2026-2030 term

Heritage Committee

The Heritage Committee will meet to review several information items regarding heritage working groups. These include updates on a youth contest, storyboard signs, street signs, the heritage register, and designations.

• Heritage Month Display information item
• Tay Heritage Youth Contest working group
• Storyboard Signs working group
• Street Signs working group
• Heritage Register and Designations working groups

Council Information Package

Planning Public Meeting

Tay Township Council is holding a Planning Public Meeting to consider a proposed extension to a temporary use by-law for a sawmill business at 2057 Old Fort Road. The applicant, Chris Woods, requests an extension of 12 to 18 months for activities including vehicle and equipment storage, firewood splitting, and log and wood chip storage. Council has not yet taken a position and is seeking public and agency input before deciding.

• Public meeting for proposed extension to Temporary Use By-law at 2057 Old Fort Road (2026-ZBA-02)
• Applicant: Chris Woods, owner of 2057 Old Fort Road
• Proposed extension duration: 12 to 18 months
• Permitted uses: sawmill business, vehicle/equipment storage, firewood splitting, log and wood chip storage
• Meeting held in Council Chambers, 450 Park Street, Victoria Harbour, and live-streamed on YouTube

Council

Council will consider a follow-up review of building and planning fees, directing staff to proceed with benchmarking and schedule a public meeting. It will also consider housekeeping amendments to Zoning By-law 2000-57 and approve appointments and terms of reference for the 2026-2030 Joint Compliance Audit Committee and other committees.

• Building and Planning Fee Review (CS-2026-059) - proceed with benchmarking, exclude Oro-Medonte, schedule public meeting
• Housekeeping amendments to Zoning By-law 2000-57 (PDS-2026-028)
• Approve 2026-2030 Joint Compliance Audit Committee appointments and Terms of Reference (CS-2026-061)
• Approve updates to Terms of Reference for all Committees of Council (CS-2026-063)
• Adoption of minutes from July 22, 2026 meetings

Council Information Package

This is a Council Information Package for the Township of Tay, containing correspondence and notices for Council's information rather than decisions. It includes a resident's letter urging governance reform and cost efficiency across Tiny, Tay, Midland, and Penetanguishene, plus County of Simcoe releases on newcomer awards, homelessness supports, long-term care, and healthcare expansion. No votes or formal actions are scheduled.

• Resident Charles Glassier correspondence on governance reform and cost efficiency across Tiny, Tay, Midland, and Penetanguishene
• County of Simcoe advisory: nominations open for 14th Annual Newcomer Recognition Awards until September 18, 2026
• County of Simcoe release: investment in Barrie property to strengthen homelessness supports
• County of Simcoe release: investing in long-term care
• County of Simcoe release: expansion of community-based healthcare services in Orillia with Huronia Nurse Practitioner-Led Clinic

Tay Township Public Library Board

The Tay Township Public Library Board is meeting to approve routine items: the June 18, 2026 minutes, June and July accounts ($2,060 and $5,276), activity reports, and revised circulation statistics for January through April 2026. The board will also receive a verbal update from the Library CEO on the Library Services Review, which previously led to a recommendation to close the Waubaushene branch by December 31, 2026.

• Approve June 2026 accounts totaling $2,060
• Approve July 2026 accounts totaling $5,276
• Receive revised circulation statistics for January–April 2026
• Receive library statistics for May–July 2026
• Verbal report on Library Services Review update