Regular Meeting

THAT it be resolved that the Regular Meeting Agenda dated November 4, 2025 be approved. There is a recorded vote on resolution #392/2025 Thompson, Hook and Yanch – Yea Yeas – 3 Nays – 0 Abstentions – 0 Absent – 0 As a result of the recorded vote resolution #392/2025 is

THAT it be resolved that the Regular Meeting Minutes of October 7, 2025 be adopted as circulated. There is a recorded vote on resolution #393/2025 Thompson, Hook and Yanch – Yea Yeas – 3 Nays – 0 Abstentions – 0 Absent – 0 As a result of the recorded vote resolution #393/2025 is

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 health goals. There is a recorded vote on resolution #394/2025 Thompson, Hook and Yanch – Yea Yeas – 3 Nays – 0 Abstentions – 0 Absent – 0 As a result of the recorded vote resolution #394/2025 is

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 resolution #395/2025 is

THAT it be resolved that the presentation from the Skootamatta District Ratepayers Association providing an update on their invasive species initiatives appended to the Minutes as Appendix “A” thereto be received. There is a recorded vote on resolution #396/2025 Thompson, Hook and Yanch – Yea Yeas – 3 Nays – 0 Abstentions – 0 Absent – 0 As a result of the recorded vote resolution #396/2025 is

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

THAT it be resolved that the request from the Flinton Recreation Club for a Noise By-law Exemption, the Use of All Township Property at 72 Edward Street in Flinton, and the Township Logo for Advertising for their 50 th Anniversary and the 175 th Anniversary of the Village of Flinton being held on August 1, 2026 be received and approved. There is a recorded vote on resolution #398/2025 Thompson, Hook and Yanch – Yea Yeas – 3 Nays – 0 Abstentions – 0 Absent – 0 As a result of the recorded vote resolution #398/2025 is

THAT it be resolved that the invitation to participate in the 2025 Denbigh Festival of Lights at 5pm on December 13, 2025 be received and further be accepted. There is a recorded vote on resolution #399/2025 Thompson, Hook and Yanch – Yea Yeas – 3 Nays – 0 Abstentions – 0 Absent – 0 As a result of the recorded vote resolution #399/2025 is

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

THAT it be resolved that the request from the Denbigh Recreation Club for a Noise By-law Exemption for a fireworks display at the 2025 Festival of Trees, Township assistance with the loader backhoe to install and remove the Memorial Tree for the Denbigh Festival of Lights, approval to leave the light display on overnight from December 1 st to January 9 th , 2026 and a donation for their fireworks display be received and approved. There is a recorded vote on resolution #401/2025 Thompson, Hook and Yanch – Yea Yeas – 3 Nays – 0 Abstentions – 0 Absent – 0 As a result of the recorded vote resolution #401/2025 is

THAT it be resolved that the resolution from the Municipality of Bluewater urging the Province of Ontario to immediately implement other service delivery models that are being successfully modeled elsewhere in the province to address the Early Childhood Educator shortage be received and supported. There is a recorded vote on resolution #402/2025 Thompson, Hook and Yanch – Yea Yeas – 3 Nays – 0 Abstentions – 0 Absent – 0 As a result of the recorded vote resolution #402/2025 is

THAT it be resolved that the resolution from the Niagara Region advocating that the Province support a coordinated approach between the Ministry of Health, the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing, and the Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services to address ongoing challenges related to mental health, homelessness and opioid addiction; and for Provincial funding to address identified gaps in programs and services contributing to the state of emergency including affordable housing, supportive housing, addictions treatment, and mental health supports for vulnerable populations be received and supported. There is a recorded vote on resolution #403/2025 Thompson, Hook and Yanch – Yea Yeas – 3 Nays – 0 Abstentions – 0 Absent – 0 As a result of the recorded vote resolution #403/2025 is

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 histories of serious violent offences, improving inter-agency information sharing among police, Crown prosecutors, and corrections, and prioritizing victim and community impact in bail decisions and calling on the federal and provincial governments to to review the Criminal Code time limits and rules for stay of proceedings in cases involving serious and violent offences be received and supported. There is a recorded vote on resolution #404/2025 Thompson, Hook and Yanch – Yea Yeas – 3 Nays – 0 Abstentions – 0 Absent – 0 As a result of the recorded vote resolution #404/2025 is

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 implemented, including warning tickets, well ahead of activating the cameras, and install permanent flashing signs at the camera locations; and establish a maximum fine amount for ASE, and establish a maximum number of cameras per municipality be received and supported. There is a recorded vote on resolution #405/2025 Thompson, Hook and Yanch – Yea Yeas – 3 Nays – 0 Abstentions – 0 Absent – 0 As a result of the recorded vote resolution #405/2025 is

THAT it be resolved that the resolution from the Town of Plympton-Wyoming urging the Province of Ontario to reconsider the fee freeze mandate and to implement a funding framework that protects municipal taxpayers from cost recovery deficits, while supporting a sustainable and balanced approach to conservation authority financing be received. There is a recorded vote on resolution #406/2025 Thompson, Hook and Yanch – Yea Yeas – 3 Nays – 0 Abstentions – 0 Absent – 0 As a result of the recorded vote resolution #406/2025 is

THAT it be resolved that the resolution from the Municipality of Brighton seeks support for their resolution calling upon the provincial and federal governments to enact electoral reform, adopting proportional systems in which every vote counts and polarization is diminished, in order to safeguard and empower Canadian democracy be received and supported. There is a recorded vote on resolution #407/2025 Thompson, Hook and Yanch – Yea Yeas – 3 Nays – 0 Abstentions – 0 Absent – 0 As a result of the recorded vote resolution #407/2025 is

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 Consumer Price Index (CPI), calculated on a calendar-year basis and disbursed in the first quarter of each fiscal year; and establishing a new five-year OCIF funding framework that guarantees annual envelopes and allocation percentages by municipality, enabling long-tern capital planning and stable cash-flow management; and undertaking a formal review of the OCIF allocation formula at least once every four years, incorporation current municipal asset management data, demographic projections, climate resilience metrics and rural equity considerations; and dedicating a contingency reserve equal to 5 percent of the annual OCIF envelope be created within the fund to address extraordinary cost escalations, emergency repairs or project overruns without reallocating core funding; and publishing an annual OCIF performance report-including program disbursements, allocation adjustments and reserve expenditures-in a transparent, publicly accessible online dashboard be received and supported. There is a recorded vote on resolution #408/2025 Thompson, Hook and Yanch – Yea Yeas – 3 Nays – 0 Abstent

THAT it be resolved that the resolution from the Municipality of Bluewater urging the Government of Canada to maintain climate change as a top priority, reflected in legislation, national planning, funding, and public policy; prioritize investments in the clean energy transition in the upcoming Federal budget; continue to support municipalities in their efforts to mitigate and adapt to climate change including sustainable infrastructure funding, disaster preparedness support, and clean energy investments since municipalities have the ability to influence change in ~50% of emissions within Canada; accelerate the transition to a low-carbon economy, ensuring that it is just inclusive, and economically beneficial for all regions and communities; engage in transparent, science-based policymaking that reflects the urgency of the climate crisis and the lived experiences of Canadians; collaborate with Indigenous communities and respect Indigenous knowledge and leadership in addressing climate change including obtaining free, prior and informed consent; and continue to report annually on national progress in reducing emissions and implementing adaption strategies be received and supported. There is a recorded vote on resolution #409/2025 Thompson, Hook – Yea Yanch – Nay Yeas – 2 Nays – 1 Abstentions – 0 Absent – 0 As a result of the recorded vote resolution #409/2025 is

THAT it be resolved that the resolution from the Municipality of Wawa seeks support for their resolution urging the Government of Ontario develop an accessible, province-wide, and publicly accountable alcohol container return system that protects low-income earners and vulnerable residents who rely on bottle returns; closes gaps in the deposit-return cycle to reduce landfill waste and environmental harm; provides adequate infrastructure, training, and support to retailers participating in the return system; ensures strong, consistent enforcement and oversight of return program compliance; and safeguards the public interest in recycling and waste diversion amid increasing privatization pressures and to collaborate meaningfully with municipalities, retailers, environmental organization, and experts to implement a fair, effective , and inclusive solution that ensures the long-term success of Ontario's deposit return and recycling systems be received and supported. There is a recorded vote on resolution #410/2025 Thompson, Hook and Yanch – Yea Yeas – 3 Nays – 0 Abstentions – 0 Absent – 0 As a result of the recorded vote resolution #410/2025 is

THAT it be resolved that the resolution from the Corporation of the Township of Stone Mills requesting that the Provincial and Federal governments establish a dedicated fund to assist municipal governments, private organizations, and property owners in effectively managing the removal and replanting of trees, thereby addressing the aftermath of the EAB infestation and funding support should encompass grants for municipalities to fund community-wide removal and replanting initiatives; financial assistance for private organizations engaged in environmentally restorative work; and subsidies for individual property owners to safely remove and replace dead ash trees be received and supported. There is a recorded vote on resolution #411/2025 Thompson, Hook and Yanch – Yea Yeas – 3 Nays – 0 Abstentions – 0 Absent – 0 As a result of the recorded vote resolution #411/2025 is

THAT it be resolved that the resolution from the Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury calling on the Government of Canada to remove the GST/HST from all new homes purchased as primary residences, and to work in partnership with the Government of Ontario to ensure full elimination on the provincial portion as well be received and supported. There is a recorded vote on resolution #412/2025 Thompson – Yea Hook and Yanch - Nay Yeas – 1 Nays – 2 Abstentions – 0 Absent – 0 As a result of the recorded vote resolution #412/2025 is

THAT it be resolved that all matters for information be received. There is a recorded vote on resolution #413/2025 Thompson, Hook and Yanch – Yea Yeas – 3 Nays – 0 Abstentions – 0 Absent – 0 As a result of the recorded vote resolution #413/2025 is

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

THAT it be resolved that the update prepared by the Manager of Roads and Waste be received. There is a recorded vote on resolution #415/2025 Thompson, Hook and Yanch – Yea Yeas – 3 Nays – 0 Abstentions – 0 Absent – 0 As a result of the recorded vote resolution #415/2025 is

THAT it be resolved that the Manager of Roads and Waste be requested to contact Jewell Engineering to determine if it is possible to safely open Bridge St. to one lane of traffic. There is a recorded vote on resolution #416/2025 Thompson, Hook and Yanch – Yea Yeas – 3 Nays – 0 Abstentions – 0 Absent – 0 As a result of the recorded vote resolution #416/2025 is

THAT it be resolved that the Manager of Roads and Waste be requested to explore other options for the replacement of the culvert on Bridge St. aside from what has been recommended by Jewell Engineering. There is a recorded vote on resolution #417/2025 Thompson, Hook and Yanch – Yea Yeas – 3 Nays – 0 Abstentions – 0 Absent – 0 As a result of the recorded vote resolution #417/2025 is

THAT it be resolved that the report prepared by the Manager of Roads and Waste regarding the Bridge St. culvert failure be received. There is a recorded vote on resolution #418/2025 Thompson, Hook and Yanch – Yea Yeas – 3 Nays – 0 Abstentions – 0 Absent – 0 As a result of the recorded vote resolution #418/2025 is

THAT it be resolved that the report prepared by the Manager of Roads and Waste regarding the resurfacing of Bridge Street be received. There is a recorded vote on resolution #419/2025 Thompson, Hook and Yanch – Yea Yeas – 3 Nays – 0 Abstentions – 0 Absent – 0 As a result of the recorded vote resolution #419/2025 is

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

THAT it be resolved that the report prepared by the Deputy Clerk/Planning Secretary regarding the purchase of shore road allowance submitted by (Grennell) be received; AND FURTHER THAT part of the municipal original shore road allowance abutting Skootamatta Lake and the road allowance created by registered Plan 703, lying in front Plan 703, Lot 120, in the Geographic Township of Anglesea be declared surplus to the Township's needs further that the closure and sale to the abutting landowners (Grennell) be approved in principle pending staff review of the draft survey once completed. There is a recorded vote on resolution #421/2025 Thompson, Hook and Yanch – Yea Yeas – 3 Nays – 0 Abstentions – 0 Absent – 0 As a result of the recorded vote resolution #421/2025 is

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 Geographic Township of Anglesea be declared surplus to the Township's needs further that the closure and sale to the abutting landowners (Suddick) be approved in principle. There is a recorded vote on resolution #422/2025 Thompson, Hook and Yanch – Yea Yeas – 3 Nays – 0 Abstentions – 0 Absent – 0 As a result of the recorded vote resolution #422/2025 is

THAT it be resolved that Council receives and approves the revised draft Harassment In The Workplace Policy. There is a recorded vote on resolution #423/2025 Thompson, Hook and Yanch – Yea Yeas – 3 Nays – 0 Abstentions – 0 Absent – 0 As a result of the recorded vote resolution #423/2025 is

THAT it be resolved that the Accounts as of October 15, 2025 appended to the Minutes as Appendix "B” thereto be approved as circulated. There is a recorded vote on resolution #424/2025 Thompson, Hook and Yanch – Yea Yeas – 3 Nays – 0 Abstentions – 0 Absent – 0 As a result of the recorded vote resolution #424/2025 is

THAT it be resolved that the Accounts as of October 31, 2025 appended to the Minutes as Appendix "C” thereto be approved as circulated. There is a recorded vote on resolution #425/2025 Thompson, Hook and Yanch – Yea Yeas – 3 Nays – 0 Abstentions – 0 Absent – 0 As a result of the recorded vote resolution #425/2025 is

THAT it be resolved that staff be requested to investigate the implementation of a Chain of Office for the Township of Addington Highlands. There is a recorded vote on resolution #426/2025 Thompson, Hook and Yanch – Yea Yeas – 3 Nays – 0 Abstentions – 0 Absent – 0 As a result of the recorded vote resolution #426/2025 is

THAT it be resolved that By-law #0994/2025 be passed to three readings thereof and be signed and sealed. There is a recorded vote on resolution #427/2025 Thompson, Hook and Yanch – Yea Yeas – 3 Nays – 0 Abstentions – 0 Absent – 0 As a result of the recorded vote resolution #427/2025 is

THAT it be resolved that a Closed Meeting be held pursuant to Section 239(2) of the Municipal Act, 2001 as amended in order to adopt closed meeting minutes, to receive and update containing personal information about an identifiable individual, more specifically a Township Employee, and to receive an update about litigation or potential litigation affecting the municipality. There is a recorded vote on resolution #428/2025 Thompson, Hook and Yanch – Yea Yeas – 3 Nays – 0 Abstentions – 0 Absent – 0 As a result of the recorded vote resolution #428/2025 is

THAT it be resolved that the recommendations from the Closed Meeting be adopted. There is a recorded vote on resolution #429/2025 Thompson, Hook and Yanch – Yea Yeas – 3 Nays – 0 Abstentions – 0 Absent – 0 As a result of the recorded vote resolution #429/2025 is

THAT it be resolved that By-law #0955/2025 be passed pursuant to three readings thereof and be signed and sealed. There is a recorded vote on resolution #430/2025 Thompson, Hook and Yanch – Yea Yeas – 3 Nays – 0 Abstentions – 0 Absent – 0 As a result of the recorded vote resolution #430/2025 is

THAT it be resolved that the meeting be adjourned at 4:02 pm. There is a recorded vote on resolution #431/2025 Thompson, Hook and Yanch – Yea Yeas – 3 Nays – 0 Abstentions – 0 Absent – 0 As a result of the recorded vote resolution #431/2025 is