The Addington Highlands Record

Regular Meeting

June 16, 2026

Who was there

Present (3): Leveille, Thompson, Yanch

Taken from the roll call in the town’s own minutes. The minutes record who was not there and almost never why.

What was decided (17 motions)

16 carried, 1 recorded otherwise. Every motion below is printed as the minutes print it.

THAT it be resolved that the Regular Meeting Agenda dated June 16, 2026 be approved. There is a recorded vote on resolution #255/2026 Thompson, Hook, Leveille and Yanch – Yea Yeas – 4 Nays – 0 Abstentions – 0 Absent – 0 As a result of the recorded vote resolution #255/2026 is
Moved by Councillor Thompson, seconded by Councillor Leveille
Carried
Hook THAT it be resolved that the Regular Meeting Minutes of June 2, 2026 be adopted as circulated. There is a recorded vote on resolution #256/2026 Thompson, Hook, Leveille and Yanch – Yea Yeas – 4 Nays – 0 Abstentions – 0 Absent – 0 As a result of the recorded vote resolution #256/2026 is
Moved by Councillor Yanch
Carried
THAT it be resolved that the request from Blackwell Construction and Team Small Engine Repairs to use the Township property on Pineview Drive for a fireworks display on July 1st, 2026 be received and approved. There is a recorded vote on resolution #258/2026 Thompson, Hook, Leveille and Yanch – Yea Yeas – 4 Nays – 0 Abstentions – 0 Absent – 0 As a result of the recorded vote resolution #258/2026 is
Moved by Councillor Yanch, seconded by Councillor Thompson
Carried
Hook THAT it be resolved that the invitation from Hydro One to apply for funding for programs and initiatives that strengthen local emergency preparedness, critical infrastructure or community well-being be received and further that staff be approved to apply for a grant to install a back-up generator for Denbigh Fire Hall and Denbigh Garage. There is a recorded vote on resolution #260/2026 Thompson, Hook, Leveille and Yanch – Yea Yeas – 4 Nays – 0 Abstentions – 0 Absent – 0 As a result of the recorded vote resolution #260/2026 is
Moved by Councillor Thompson
Carried
THAT it be resolved that the letter from Glenn Davison be
Moved by Councillor Yanch, seconded by Councillor Thompson
Deferred
THAT it be resolved that the resolution from the Township of South Stormont declaring that food insecurity an emergency(crisis) in South Stormont; and requesting the Provincial Government to immediately raise social assistance rates to meet life's basic needs; and requesting the Provincial and Federal Governments act to address the causes of food insecurity by establishing a Guaranteed Liveable Basic Income; and requesting that the Provincial and Federal Governments include the reduction of food insecurity as a component of all appropriate government policies; and developing a working relationship with Food Banks United and other local food programs to communicate local needs and resources, and to advocate on behalf of people experiencing food insecurity at the local government level, and to strategize solutions to immediate food insecurity needs be received. There is a recorded vote on resolution #263/2026 Thompson, Hook, Leveille and Yanch – Yea Yeas – 4 Nays – 0 Abstentions – 0 Absent – 0 As a result of the recorded vote resolution #263/2026 is
Moved by Councillor Yanch, seconded by Councillor Leveille
Carried
Hook THAT it be resolved that the resolution from the Town of South Bruce Peninsula requesting that the Province of Ontario recognize outdoor education as an essential educational service and commit to equitable access for all Ontario students; and halt the closure of outdoor education centres and restore stable funding for programming across Ontario be received and supported. There is a recorded vote on resolution #264/2026 Thompson, Hook, Leveille and Yanch – Yea Yeas – 4 Nays – 0 Abstentions – 0 Absent – 0 As a result of the recorded vote resolution #264/2026 is
Moved by Councillor Yanch
Carried
Hook THAT it be resolved that the resolution from the Town of Halton Hills respectfully requesting the Province of Ontario, in consultation with municipalities, AMO, ROMA, conservation authorities, the Ontario Invasive Plant Council. Indigenous communities, agricultural organizations, environmental organizations, horticultural societies, the nursery and landscape sector, garden centres and other relevant stakeholders, undertake a review and modernization of Ontario's Invasive plant regulatory framework; and this review include consideration of expanding and regularly updating the list prohibited and restricted invasive plant species, including invasive plants, shrubs, vines, groundcovers, ornamental species, seeds and nursery stock that pose a risk to Ontario's natural heritage, agriculture, municipal infrastructure, parks, trails, roadsides, stormwater systems and private property; and requesting to prohibit the sale, distribution, propagation and trade of listed invasive plant species through garden centres, nurseries, landscaping suppliers, online retailers, seed distributors and other commercial pathways; and requesting to develop clear labelling, public education, and retailer guidance requirements so that residents, gardeners, landscapers and retailers can easily identify invasive species and choose native or non-invasive alternatives; and requesting to work with the nursery, garden centre and landscape sectors on a practical transition plan that supports compliance, pr
Moved by Councillor Thompson
Carried
THAT it be resolved that all matters for information be received. There is a recorded vote on resolution #266/2026 Thompson, Hook, Leveille and Yanch – Yea Yeas – 4 Nays – 0 Abstentions – 0 Absent – 0 As a result of the recorded vote resolution #266/2026 is
Moved by Councillor Thompson, seconded by Councillor Yanch
Carried
THAT it be resolved that the update prepared by the Manager of Roads and Waste be received. There is a recorded vote on resolution #267/2026 Thompson, Hook, Leveille and Yanch – Yea Yeas – 4 Nays – 0 Abstentions – 0 Absent – 0 As a result of the recorded vote resolution #267/2026 is
Moved by Councillor Thompson, seconded by Councillor Yanch
Carried
Hook THAT it be resolved that the report prepared by the CAO/Clerk-Treasurer regarding the Procedure By-law Update be received and further that the timeline proposed in the report be approved. There is a recorded vote on resolution #268/2026 Thompson, Hook, Leveille and Yanch – Yea Yeas – 4 Nays – 0 Abstentions – 0 Absent – 0 As a result of the recorded vote resolution #268/2026 is
Moved by Councillor Yanch
Carried
THAT it be resolved that the Accounts as of June 15, 2026 appended to the Minutes as Appendix "A" thereto be approved as circulated. There is a recorded vote on resolution #270/2026 Thompson, Hook, Leveille and Yanch – Yea Yeas – 4 Nays – 0 Abstentions – 0 Absent – 0 As a result of the recorded vote resolution #270/2026 is
Moved by Councillor Yanch, seconded by Councillor Leveille
Carried
THAT it be resolved that the verbal report from Reeve Fritsch be received. There is a recorded vote on resolution #271/2026 Thompson, Hook, Leveille and Yanch – Yea Yeas – 4 Nays – 0 Abstentions – 0 Absent – 0 As a result of the recorded vote resolution #271/2026 is
Moved by Councillor Thompson, seconded by Councillor Yanch
Carried
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 receive a recommendation from the Personnel & Finance Committee regarding the Weslemkoon Waste Site Custodian Position, and to receive and review resumes for the Ward 1 Handyman Position, and to receive and consider personal information regarding an identifiable individual namely a Township employee. There is a recorded vote on resolution #273/2026 Thompson, Hook, Leveille and Yanch – Yea Yeas – 4 Nays – 0 Abstentions – 0 Absent – 0 As a result of the recorded vote resolution #273/2026 is
Moved by Councillor Thompson, seconded by Councillor Leveille
Carried
THAT it be resolved that the recommendations from the Closed Meeting be adopted. There is a recorded vote on resolution #274/2026 Thompson, Hook, Leveille and Yanch – Yea Yeas – 4 Nays – 0 Abstentions – 0 Absent – 0 As a result of the recorded vote resolution #274/2026 is
Moved by Councillor Leveille, seconded by Councillor Thompson
Carried
Hook THAT it be resolved that By-law #1039/2026 be passed pursuant to three readings thereof and be signed and sealed. There is a recorded vote on resolution #275/2026 Thompson, Hook, Leveille and Yanch – Yea Yeas – 4 Nays – 0 Abstentions – 0 Absent – 0 As a result of the recorded vote resolution #275/2026 is
Moved by Councillor Thompson
Carried
THAT it be resolved that the meeting be adjourned at 2:46 p.m. There is a recorded vote on resolution #276/2026 Thompson, Hook, Leveille and Yanch – Yea Yeas – 4 Nays – 0 Abstentions – 0 Absent – 0 As a result of the recorded vote resolution #276/2026 is
Moved by Councillor Yanch, seconded by Councillor Leveille
Carried

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