Regular Meeting

THAT it be resolved that the Regular Meeting Agenda dated January 13, 2026 be approved. There is a recorded vote on resolution #1/2026 Thompson, Hook and Yanch – Yea Yeas – 3 Nays – 0 Abstentions – 0 Absent – 0 As a result of the recorded vote resolution #1/2026 is

THAT it be resolved that the report prepared by the CAO/Clerk-Treasurer regarding the Ward 1 Councillor Vacancy and the Process for Appointment be received and further that the proposed process be approved as amended to revise #19 to have members of Council cast their votes by ballot as opposed to stating their choice verbally. There is a recorded vote on resolution #3/2026 Thompson, Hook and Yanch – Yea Yeas – 3 Nays – 0 Abstentions – 0 Absent – 0 As a result of the recorded vote resolution #3/2026 is

THAT it be resolved that the request to waive the rental fees for the Finton Rink to host a community charity hockey game on February 28, 2026 from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm be received and approved. There is a recorded vote on resolution #5/2026 Thompson, Hook and Yanch – Yea Yeas – 3 Nays – 0 Abstentions – 0 Absent – 0 As a result of the recorded vote resolution #5/2026 is

THAT it be resolved that the Mississippi Valley Conservation Authority 2026 draft budget be received and

Hook THAT it be resolved that the resolution from the Municipality of Huron Shores formally endorsing the adoption and phased implementation of a 2+1 highway program on Highways 17 and 11 as a nation-building project; and that the Government of Canada be urged to designate this initiative as a project of national interest under the Building Canada Act and to partner with Ontario to co-fund and accelerate planning, design, procurement, and construction; and that the Government of Ontario be urged to expand the announced pilot to a corridor-wide program, sequencing works as follows (subject to readiness and safety benefit): That the Government of Ontario prioritize these projects into the Ministry of Transportation’s Major Projects Division; and that both governments ensure early, ongoing, and capacity-supported engagement with affected Indigenous Nations, with opportunities for Indigenous training, contracting, and equity participation; and that the program incorporate corridor-wide safety features (barrier-separated 2+1 cross-sections, controlled passing frequency, wildlife considerations), resilience measures (closure mitigation, climate adaption), and clean-growth elements (EV charging readiness, recycled aggregates, lower-carbon materials) be received and supported. There is a recorded vote on resolution #7/2026 Thompson, Hook and Yanch – Yea Yeas – 3 Nays – 0 Abstentions – 0 Absent – 0 As a result of the recorded vote resolution #7/2026 is

THAT it be resolved that the resolution from the City of Brantford calling for reform to sentencing, parole, and registry provisions concerning violent sexual offenders; and that the Province of Ontario be urged to amend Christopher's Law (Sexual Offender Registry), 2000 to make the Ontario Sex Offender Registry publicly accessible, subject to appropriate privacy and safety safeguards be received and supported. There is a recorded vote on resolution #9/2026 Thompson, Hook and Yanch – Yea Yeas – 3 Nays – 0 Abstentions – 0 Absent – 0 As a result of the recorded vote resolution #9/2026 is

THAT it be resolved that the resolution from the Township of Front of Yonge formally expressing its concern regarding the closure of the eight Southeast Health Unit satellite offices without municipal consultation or an assessment of the potential impact on the rural communities they serve; and urging the Southeast Health Unit to identify and undertake a rigorous process to ensure that any future decisions regarding service delivery are transparent, based on community needs and involve significant engagement and feedback from rural municipalities be received and supported. There is a recorded vote on resolution #10/2026 Thompson, Hook and Yanch – Yea Yeas – 3 Nays – 0 Abstentions – 0 Absent – 0 As a result of the recorded vote resolution #10/2026 is

Hook THAT it be resolved that all matters for information be received. There is a recorded vote on resolution #11/2026 Thompson, Hook and Yanch – Yea Yeas – 3 Nays – 0 Abstentions – 0 Absent – 0 As a result of the recorded vote resolution #11/2026 is

Hook THAT the Properties and Recreation Committee Draft Terms of Reference Update be received and approved. There is a recorded vote on resolution #12/2026 Thompson, Hook and Yanch – Yea Yeas – 3 Nays – 0 Abstentions – 0 Absent – 0 As a result of the recorded vote resolution #12/2026 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 #13/2026 Thompson, Hook and Yanch – Yea Yeas – 3 Nays – 0 Abstentions – 0 Absent – 0 As a result of the recorded vote resolution #13/2026 is

Hook THAT it be resolved that the report prepared by the Manager of Roads and Waste regarding the Bridge Street Culvert be received and that the installation of the temporary crossing be approved and further that Staff be directed to work with the consulting engineer to clearly define the scope of the necessary work related to replacing the culvert. There is a recorded vote on resolution #14/2026 Thompson, Hook and Yanch – Yea Yeas – 3 Nays – 0 Abstentions – 0 Absent – 0 As a result of the recorded vote resolution #14/2026 is

THAT it be resolved that By-law #1005/2026 be passed pursuant to three readings thereof and be signed and sealed. There is a recorded vote on resolution #16/2026 Thompson, Hook and Yanch – Yea Yeas – 3 Nays – 0 Abstentions – 0 Absent – 0 As a result of the recorded vote resolution #16/2026 is

THAT it be resolved that By-law #1007/2026 be passed pursuant to three readings thereof and be signed and sealed. There is a recorded vote on resolution #18/2026 Thompson, Hook and Yanch – Yea Yeas – 3 Nays – 0 Abstentions – 0 Absent – 0 As a result of the recorded vote resolution #18/2026 is

THAT it be resolved that By-law #1008/2026 be passed pursuant to three readings thereof and be signed and sealed. There is a recorded vote on resolution #19/2026 Thompson, Hook and Yanch – Yea Yeas – 3 Nays – 0 Abstentions – 0 Absent – 0 As a result of the recorded vote resolution #19/2026 is

THAT it be resolved that the meeting be adjourned at 2:03 pm. There is a recorded vote on resolution #20/2026 Thompson, Hook and Yanch – Yea Yeas – 3 Nays – 0 Abstentions – 0 Absent – 0 As a result of the recorded vote resolution #20/2026 is