The Addington Highlands Record

Ken Hook

Councillor · seen 2022-04-20 to 2026-07-15

368substantive motions movedof 94 meetings the minutes record them at
38procedural motions movedcounted separately, and never added to the above
236substantive motions secondedseconding is often a seat convention, not agreement
4meetings recorded absentof 94 they were on the record for
—recorded votes, for–againstthis council recorded no vote they took part in

Vote count and office as published by the Ontario Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing, 2022 municipal election results (Open Government Licence – Ontario). Everything else on this page is read from Addington Highlands’s own minutes.

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This council rarely calls recorded votes, so individual positions are only on the record where one was demanded. Under the Municipal Act that is the council's choice, not an omission in this record.

Meetings the minutes record them as absent from (4)

Regular MeetingJuly 8, 2025
Committee of AdjustmentMay 21, 2025
Regular MeetingNovember 21, 2023
Regular MeetingSeptember 19, 2023

Substantive motions moved (showing the 40 most recent of 368)

THAT it be resolved that the Regular Meeting Agenda dated April 7, 2026 be approved. There is a recorded vote on resolution #110/2026 Thompson, Hook, Leveille, and Yanch – Yea Yeas – 4 Nays – 0 Abstentions – 0 Absent – 0 As a result of the recorded vote resolution #110/2026 is
Regular Meeting, April 7, 2026 · Carried
THAT it be resolved that the presentation from Jim Knapp, President of Frontenac ATV Club regarding access to Addington Highlands section of Tay/Havelock trail be received and further the Township meet with the Eastern Ontario Trials Alliance to discuss and further the group be comprised of the EOTA representative, the CAO or designate, the Reeve and Councillor Leveille. There is a recorded vote o
Regular Meeting, April 7, 2026 · Carried
THAT it be resolved that the request from Louri Snider to hang Green Ribbons throughout the Township of Addington Highlands for Mental Health Awareness in May be received and approved. There is a recorded vote on resolution #117/2026 Page 5 of 25 Regular Meeting April 7, 2026 Thompson, Hook, Leveille, and Yanch – Yea Yeas – 4 Nays – 0 Abstentions – 0 Absent – 0 As a result of the recorded vote res
Regular Meeting, April 7, 2026 · Carried
THAT it be resolved that the resolution from the Town of Whitby calling on the Province of Ontario to work collaboratively with the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) and Ontario Big City Mayors (OBCM) to undertake a comprehensive Social and Economic Prosperity Review to modernize and realign the provincial-municipal fiscal framework, ensuring that municipal revenues are aligned with t
Regular Meeting, April 7, 2026 · Carried
THAT it be resolved that all matters of information be received. There is a recorded vote on resolution #123/2026 Thompson, Hook, Leveille, and Yanch – Yea Yeas – 4 Nays – 0 Abstentions – 0 Absent – 0 As a result of the recorded vote resolution #123/2026 is
Regular Meeting, April 7, 2026 · Carried
THAT it be resolved that the report prepared by the CAO/Clerk- Treasurer regarding a policy to address recounts in the upcoming municipal election and the draft Recount Policy be received and further that Council directs staff to prepare a by- law to adopt the proposed policy for the next regular meeting. There is a recorded vote on resolution #126/2026 Thompson, Hook, Leveille, and Yanch – Yea Ye
Regular Meeting, April 7, 2026 · Carried
THAT it be resolved that the verbal report by the Clerk regarding the request for a donation of $300.00 from the organizers of the Pitch In 4 Mother Earth Event be received and approved. There is a recorded vote on resolution #127/2026 Thompson, Hook, Leveille, and Yanch – Yea Yeas – 4 Nays – 0 Abstentions – 0 Absent – 0 Page 13 of 25 Regular Meeting April 7, 2026 As a result of the recorded vote
Regular Meeting, April 7, 2026 · Carried
THAT it be recommended that the report prepared by the Deputy Clerk - Planning Secretary regarding the review of By- Law 0801/2022 be received. There is a recorded vote on resolution #129/2026 Thompson, Hook, Leveille, and Yanch – Yea Yeas – 4 Nays – 0 Abstentions – 0 Absent – 0 Page 14 of 25 Regular Meeting April 7, 2026 As a result of the recorded vote resolution #129/2026 is
Regular Meeting, April 7, 2026 · Carried
THAT it be resolved that the report prepared by the Deputy Clerk - Planning Secretary titled Amendment to Ontario Regulation 747/21 under the Liquor Licence and Control Act to Permit Bring-Your-Own Alcoholic Beverages to Municipally Designated Cultural or Community Outdoor Public Events be received and further that staff be directed to prepare a policy and process for determining whether an event
Regular Meeting, April 7, 2026 · Carried
THAT it be resolved that the recommendations from the Closed Meeting be adopted. There is a recorded vote on resolution #137/2026 Thompson, Hook, Leveille, and Yanch – Yea Yeas – 4 Nays – 0 Abstentions – 0 Absent – 0 As a result of the recorded vote resolution #137/2026 is
Regular Meeting, April 7, 2026 · Carried
THAT it be resolved that Councillor Helen Yanch be appointed as the Alternate to County Council. There is a recorded vote on resolution #91/2026 Thompson, Hook, Leveille, and Yanch – Yea Yeas – 4 Nays – 0 Abstentions – 0 Absent – 0 As a result of the recorded vote resolution #91/2026 is
Regular Meeting, March 17, 2026 · Carried
THAT it be resolved that By-law #1018/2026 be passed pursuant to three readings thereof and be signed and sealed. There is a recorded vote on resolution #92/2026 Thompson, Hook, Leveille, and Yanch – Yea Yeas – 4 Nays – 0 Abstentions – 0 Absent – 0 As a result of the recorded vote resolution #92/2026 is
Regular Meeting, March 17, 2026 · Carried
THAT it be resolved that the resolution from the Township of McNab/Braeside seeking support of a review and modernization of the Heritage Organization Development Grant, including restoring its real purchasing power through inflationary adjustment and exploring options for increased or multi-year operating stability be received and further be supported. There is a recorded vote on resolution #93/2
Regular Meeting, March 17, 2026 · Carried
THAT it be resolved that the resolution from the Regional Municipality of York calling upon the Province of Ontario to intervene to ensure that Circular Materials Ontario and its contractors provide fair, consistent, and equitable recycling collection service levels across all municipalities in Ontario; and that the Province be requested to establish, enforce, and publicly report on consistent pro
Regular Meeting, March 17, 2026 · Carried
THAT it be resolved that the Purchasing (Lease Financing) Report for 2025 be received. There is a recorded vote on resolution #99/2026 Thompson, Hook, Leveille, and Yanch – Yea Yeas – 4 Nays – 0 Abstentions – 0 Absent – 0 As a result of the recorded vote resolution #99/2026 is
Regular Meeting, March 17, 2026 · Carried
Page 9 of 21 Regular Meeting March 17, 2026 THAT the property described as Concession 7, Part Lot 26, 29R7838 Part 1, Geographic Township of Kaladar be declared surplus to the needs of the Township; AND FURTHER the sale of the subject property to the County of Lennox & Addington be approved in principle; AND FURTHER THAT Council hereby authorize staff to negotiate the terms of a property transfer
Regular Meeting, March 17, 2026 · Carried
THAT it be resolved that the Regular Meeting Agenda dated March 3, 2026 be approved. There is a recorded vote on resolution #68/2026 Thompson, Hook, Leveille and Yanch – Yea Yeas – 4 Nays – 0 Abstentions – 0 Absent – 0 As a result of the recorded vote resolution #68/2026 is
Regular Meeting, March 3, 2026 · Carried
THAT it be resolved that the report prepared by the Deputy Clerk/Planning Secretary regarding the ALTO High-speed Rail Project Brief and Council Position be received and further that approved and submitted as amended. There is a recorded vote on resolution #70/2026 Thompson, Hook, Leveille and Yanch – Yea Yeas – 4 Nays – 0 Abstentions – 0 Absent – 0 As a result of the recorded vote resolution #70/
Regular Meeting, March 3, 2026 · Carried
THAT it be resolved that the resolution from the Municipality of Highlands East seeking support for their resolution calling on the Government of Canada and the Government of Ontario to remove the GST/HST from all new homes purchased as primary residences in Ontario be received. Page 5 of 20 Regular Meeting March 3, 2026 There is a recorded vote on resolution #72/2026 Thompson, Hook, Leveille and
Regular Meeting, March 3, 2026 · Carried
THAT it be resolved that the resolution from the Municipality of St. Charles seeking support for their resolution requesting that the Honorable Minister Peter Bethlenfalvy, the Minister of Finance, amends the Assessment Act to include a Small Northern New Residential property tax class and subclass be received and supported. There is a recorded vote on resolution #75/2026 Thompson, Hook, Leveille
Regular Meeting, March 3, 2026 · Carried
THAT it be resolved that the resolution from Township of Tyendinaga seeking support for their resolution opposing the southern route option for the Alto high-speed rail project as it relates to lands within or affecting the Township; and directing staff to communicate this opposition to Alto, the Province of Ontario, and the Government of Canada, citing concerns related to land use impacts. commun
Regular Meeting, March 3, 2026 · Carried
Page 14 of 20 Regular Meeting March 3, 2026 THAT it be resolved that By-law #1017/2026 be passed pursuant to three readings thereof and be signed and sealed. There is a recorded vote on resolution #86/2026 Thompson, Hook, Leveille and Yanch – Yea Yeas – 4 Nays – 0 Abstentions – 0 Absent – 0 As a result of the recorded vote resolution #86/2026 is
Regular Meeting, March 3, 2026 · Carried
THAT it be resolved that the Regular Meeting Agenda dated December 2, 2025 be approved as amended to include Warden Nathan Townend as a Delegation. There is a recorded vote on resolution #462/2025 Thompson, Hook and Yanch – Yea Yeas – 3 Nays – 0 Abstentions – 0 Absent – 0 As a result of the recorded vote resolution #462/2025 is
Regular Meeting, December 2, 2025 · Carried
WHEREAS Reeve Hogg passed away on October 15, 2025; AND WHEREAS the Head of Council seat was declared vacant by resolution #435/2025 at a Special Meeting held on November 10, 2025; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that Council appoints Deputy Reeve Fritsch as Head of Council. There is a recorded vote on resolution #465/2025 Thompson, Hook and Yanch – Yea Yeas – 3 Nays – 0 Abstentions – 0 Absent – 0 As
Regular Meeting, December 2, 2025 · Carried
THAT it be resolved that the Regular Meeting Agenda dated November 18, 2025 be approved. There is a recorded vote on resolution #438/2025 Thompson, Hook and Yanch – Yea Yeas – 3 Nays – 0 Abstentions – 0 Absent – 0 As a result of the recorded vote resolution #438/2025 is
Regular Meeting, November 18, 2025 · Carried
THAT it be resolved that the draft terms of reference for the Lake Health Working Group be received and further that the draft terms of reference be approved as amended to include two representatives from Council and that Councillor Hook and Councillor Yanch be appointed to the working group. There is a recorded vote on resolution #441/2025 Thompson, Hook and Yanch – Yea Yeas – 3 Nays – 0 Abstenti
Regular Meeting, November 18, 2025 · Carried
THAT it be resolved that the request from the Land O’Lakes Community Service’s request to a donation for their 41 st Christmas Hamper Program be received and approved. There is a recorded vote on resolution #445/2025 Thompson, Hook and Yanch – Yea Yeas – 3 Nays – 0 Abstentions – 0 Absent – 0 As a result of the recorded vote resolution #445/2025 is
Regular Meeting, November 18, 2025 · Carried
THAT it be resolved that the resolution from the Corporation of the City of Dryden respectfully urging the Government of Ontario, through the Ministry of Education, to incorporate mandatory water safety and Swim-to-Survive training into the elementary school curriculum for all Ontario students be received and supported. There is a recorded vote on resolution #449/2025 Thompson, Hook and Yanch – Ye
Regular Meeting, November 18, 2025 · Carried
THAT it be resolved that Scott Robertson, Manager, Social Housing Prince Edward-Lennox & Addington Social Services be invited to attend a future meeting in order to provide Council with an update on social housing at a date which works best for him. There is a recorded vote on resolution #451/2025 Thompson, Hook and Yanch – Yea Yeas – 3 Nays – 0 Abstentions – 0 Absent – 0 As a result of the record
Regular Meeting, November 18, 2025 · Carried
THAT it be resolved that a meeting of the Working Group - Waste Diversion/Waste Management be scheduled for November 25th, 2025 at 9:00 am. There is a recorded vote on resolution #453/2025 Thompson, Hook and Yanch – Yea Yeas – 3 Nays – 0 Abstentions – 0 Absent – 0 As a result of the recorded vote resolution #453/2025 is
Regular Meeting, November 18, 2025 · Carried
THAT it be resolved that the Skootamatta District Ratepayers Association be requested to provide information to assist in formulating a resolution requesting that the categorization of Ontario Eurasian Water Milfoil be moved from restricted to prohibited and further that Council approves forming a small working group with the Skootamatta District Ratepayers Association focused on shared lake healt
Regular Meeting, November 4, 2025 · Carried
THAT it be resolved that the request from the Skootamatta District Ratepayers Association for the Township to collaborate on their application for a new ISAF Grant to address the next set of Eurasian Water Milfoil objectives be approved. There is a recorded vote on resolution #395/2025 Thompson, Hook and Yanch – Yea Yeas – 3 Nays – 0 Abstentions – 0 Absent – 0 As a result of the recorded vote reso
Regular Meeting, November 4, 2025 · Carried
THAT it be resolved that the Quinte Conservation’s 2026 Preliminary Budget, Asset Management Plan and Fee Policy and Schedules be received. There is a recorded vote on resolution #397/2025 Thompson, Hook and Yanch – Yea Yeas – 3 Nays – 0 Abstentions – 0 Absent – 0 As a result of the recorded vote resolution #397/2025 is
Regular Meeting, November 4, 2025 · Carried
THAT it be resolved the invitation to participate in the Annual Lions Club of Land O’Lakes Santa Claus Parade at 3:30pm on November 22, 2025 be received and further be accepted. There is a recorded vote on resolution #400/2025 Thompson, Hook and Yanch – Yea Yeas – 3 Nays – 0 Abstentions – 0 Absent – 0 As a result of the recorded vote resolution #400/2025 is
Regular Meeting, November 4, 2025 · Carried
THAT it be resolved that the resolution from the Regional Municipality of Halton calling for the following policy considerations in future reforms; expanding reverse onus provisions for repeat violent offenders, establishing stronger mandatory bail conditions, including firearm prohibitions, curfews, electronic monitoring, and no-contact orders, limiting multiple bail releases for individuals with
Regular Meeting, November 4, 2025 · Carried
THAT it be resolved that the resolution from the Town of Newmarket requesting that the Ontario Government consider the following amendments to address Provincial concerns; only implement ASE in school zones; and establish a province-wide minimum threshold over the speed limit at which tickets are issued; and require extensive communication campaigns warning drivers that ASE cameras will be impleme
Regular Meeting, November 4, 2025 · Carried
THAT it be resolved that the resolution from the Township of Edwardsburgh Cardinal calling on the Government of Ontario to extend the annual OCIF envelope at not less than $400 million beyond its current five-year term ending in 2026, with no reductions in subsequent provincial budgets; and requesting to index the total annual OCIF envelope-and each individual municipal allocation-to the Ontario C
Regular Meeting, November 4, 2025 · Carried
THAT it be resolved that the report prepared by the Deputy Clerk be received and further that the Barn Quilt locations recommended be approved. There is a recorded vote on resolution #414/2025 Thompson, Hook and Yanch – Yea Yeas – 3 Nays – 0 Abstentions – 0 Absent – 0 As a result of the recorded vote resolution #414/2025 is
Regular Meeting, November 4, 2025 · Carried
THAT it be resolved that the report prepared by the CBO/MLEO/Facilities Manager be received. There is recorded vote on resolution #420/2025 Thompson, Hook and Yanch – Yea Yeas – 3 Nays – 0 Abstentions – 0 Absent – 0 As a result of the recorded vote resolution #420/2025 is
Regular Meeting, November 4, 2025 · Carried
THAT it be resolved that the report prepared by the Deputy Clerk/Planning Secretary regarding the purchase of shore road allowance submitted by (Suddick) be received. AND FURTHER THAT it be resolved that the municipal shore road allowance abutting Skootamatta Lake lying in front Judge's Plan 947, Part Lot 3, RP 29R-2279, Parts 2 & 5, more particularly described as Part 1 on RP 29R-6853, in the Geo
Regular Meeting, November 4, 2025 · Carried

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