HomeMy WebLinkAboutDecember 04, 2025 - CouncilTHE CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF BAYHAM
COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA
MUNICIPAL OFFICE
56169 Heritage Line, Straffordville, ON
Council Chambers – HYBRID
Thursday, December 4, 2025
7:00 p.m.
The December 4, 2025 Council Meeting will allow for a hybrid meeting function.
You may attend in person or virtually through the live-stream
on the Municipality of Bayham’s YouTube Channel
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. DISCLOSURES OF PECUNIARY INTEREST & THE GENERAL NATURE THEREOF
3. REVIEW OF ITEMS NOT LISTED ON AGENDA
4. ANNOUNCEMENTS
5. PRESENTATIONS
A. Maggie Broda re Brushstrokes for Change
6. DELEGATIONS
7. ADOPTION OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING(S)
A. Regular Meeting of Council held November 20, 2025
B. Statutory Planning Meeting held November 20, 2025
8. MOTIONS AND NOTICE OF MOTION
9. OPEN FORUM
10. RECREATION, CULTURE, TOURISM AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
10.1 Correspondence
10.1.1 Receive for Information
10.1.2 Requiring Action
10.2 Reports to Council
11. PHYSICAL SERVICES – EMERGENCY SERVICES
11.1 Correspondence
11.1.1 Receive for Information
11.1.2 Requiring Action
11.2 Reports to Council
12. DEVELOPMENT SERVICES – SUSTAINABILITY AND CONSERVATION
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12.1 Correspondence
12.1.1 Receive for Information
A. Notice of Decision re Minor Variance Application COA-06/25 Dan Froese Farms Inc.
B. Notice of Decision re Zoning By-law Amendment ZBA-22/25 Weber
C. Notice of Public Meeting re Minor Variance Application COA-08/25 Banman
12.1.2 Requiring Action
12.2 Reports to Council
A. Report DS-51/25 by Margaret Underhill, Planning Coordinator/Deputy Clerk re Zoning By-
law Amendment ZBA-23/25 Heritage Grown Inc. 57238 Light Line
13. FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION
13.1 Correspondence
13.1.1 Receive for Information
A. Town of Kingsville re Opposition to Proposed Consolidation of Conservation Authorities
B. City of Brantford re Professional Activity Day on Municipal Election Day
C. Association of Ontario Road Supervisors re Fall 2025 Newsletter
D. Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing re Bill 60
E. Watson & Associates Economists Ltd. re Water and Wastewater Public Corporations Act,
2025
F. Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing re Bill 17
G. Ministry of Emergency Preparedness and Response re FPT Meeting on Emergency
Management
13.1.2 Requiring Action
A. Long Point Region Conservation Authority re 2026 Draft Budget
13.2 Reports to Council
A. Report CL-08/25 by Meagan Elliott, Clerk re 2026 Rates and Fees
14. BY-LAWS
A. By-law No. Z819-2025 Being a by-law to amend By-law No. Z456-2003 – Heritage
Grown Inc.
15. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
16. OTHER BUSINESS
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A. Draft Minutes of the November 18, 2025 Joint Cemetery Board Meeting
16.1 In Camera
A. Confidential Item re Labour relations, employee negotiations (Staffing)
16.2 Out of Camera
17. BY-LAW TO CONFIRM THE PROCEEDINGS OF COUNCIL
A. By-law No. 2025-070 Being a by-law to confirm all actions of Council
18. ADJOURNMENT
Reflections of Past President of the Women’s Art Association of Canada
I would be pleased to give your council a brief presentation of my newly published book,
Brushstrokes for Change, inspired by Mary Ella Dignam of Port Burwell Ont.
Thank you for your interest
Maggie Broda
THE CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF BAYHAM
COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
MUNICIPAL OFFICE
56169 Heritage Line, Straffordville, ON
Council Chambers – HYBRID
Thursday, November 20, 2025
7:00 p.m.
The November 20, 2025 Council Meeting was held using hybrid technologies via Zoom and
livestreamed on YouTube.
PRESENT:
MAYOR ED KETCHABAW
DEPUTY MAYOR RAINEY WEISLER *via Zoom
COUNCILLORS TIMOTHY EMERSON
SUSAN CHILCOTT
DAN FROESE
STAFF PRESENT:
CAO THOMAS THAYER
CLERK MEAGAN ELLIOTT
PLANNING COORDINATOR / DEPUTY CLERK MARGARET UNDERHILL
BY-LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICER MARK RUSSELL
MANAGER OF PUBLIC WORKS /
DRAINAGE SUPERINTENDENT STEVE ADAMS
1. CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Ketchabaw called the meeting to order at 7:00 pm.
2. DISCLOSURES OF PECUNIARY INTEREST & THE GENERAL NATURE THEREOF
Councillor Dan Froese declared a pecuniary interest to item 12.1.1 A.
3. REVIEW OF ITEMS NOT LISTED ON AGENDA
16.1 A. Confidential Item re Litigation or potential litigation, including matters before
administrative tribunals, affecting the municipality or local board; Advice that is subject to solicitor-
client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose (Staffing)
16.1 B. Confidential Item re Labour relations, employee negotiations (Compensation)
4. ANNOUNCEMENTS
Mayor Ketchabaw reminded residents that the Straffordville Parkette Lighting Ceremony is on
Friday, November 28th at 6:30 pm.
5. PRESENTATIONS
6. DELEGATIONS
7. ADOPTION OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING(S)
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A. Special Meeting of Council held November 4, 2025
B. Regular Meeting of Council held November 6, 2025
C. Statutory Planning Meeting held November 6, 2025
Moved by: Councillor Emerson
Seconded by: Councillor Chilcott
THAT the minutes from the Special Meeting of Council held November 4, 2025, the minutes
from the Regular Meeting of Council held November 6, 2025 and the minutes of the Statutory
Planning Meeting held November 6, 2025 be approved as presented.
CARRIED
8. MOTIONS AND NOTICE OF MOTION
9. OPEN FORUM
10. RECREATION, CULTURE, TOURISM AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
10.1 Correspondence
10.1.1 Receive for Information
10.1.2 Requiring Action
10.2 Reports to Council
11. PHYSICAL SERVICES – EMERGENCY SERVICES
11.1 Correspondence
11.1.1 Receive for Information
11.1.2 Requiring Action
11.2 Reports to Council
A. Report BL-05/25 by Mark Russell, By-law Enforcement Officer re Port Burwell East Beach
– 2025 Paid Parking Pilot Program
The Council Meeting recessed for a Statutory Planning Meeting at 7:29 pm.
The Council Meeting resumed at 7:33 pm.
Moved by: Councillor Emerson
Seconded by: Councillor Chilcott
THAT Report BL-05/25 re Port Burwell East Beach – 2025 Paid Parking Pilot Program be
received;
AND THAT Council establish paid parking at the East Beach as a permanent program for
2026 with the following amendments:
• Pass through applicable HST and service-level user fees to users for hourly and daily
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transactions
• Implement a non-resident seasonal parking pass for Monday through Thursday at a rate
of $72 + applicable HST and user fees
AND THAT the $61,553.01 service-level surplus from the 2025 pilot be identified in the 2026
surplus report as a reserve transfer for future capital works at the East Beach.
AND THAT Council refer further discussion about accessing Infrastructure Ontario (IO) or
other debt instruments for East Beach capital, including impacts of additional annual debt
service, to the 2026 Operating Budget discussion.
CARRIED
12. DEVELOPMENT SERVICES – SUSTAINABILITY AND CONSERVATION
12.1 Correspondence
12.1.1 Receive for Information
A. Notice of Public Meeting re Minor Variance Application COA-06/25 Dan Froese Farms Inc.
B. Notice of Public Meeting re Proposed Zoning Amendment ZBA-23/25 Heritage Grown Inc.
Moved by: Councillor Emerson
Seconded by: Councillor Chilcott
THAT items 12.1.1 A & B be received for information.
CARRIED
12.1.2 Requiring Action
12.2 Reports to Council
A. Report DR-12/25 by Steve Adams, Manager of Public Works/Drainage Superintendent re
Petition for Drainage – Frank Enns and Ben Rempel – Pine Street Subdivision
Moved by: Councillor Chilcott
Seconded by: Deputy Mayor Weisler
THAT Report DR-12/25 re Petition for Drainage – Frank Enns and Ben Rempel – Pine Street
Subdivision be received;
AND THAT the Council of The Corporation of the Municipality of Bayham acknowledges the
filing with the Clerk of the Petition for drainage works from Frank Enns and Ben Rempel;
AND THAT Council wishes to proceed with this matter and appoints Spriet Associates Ltd.,
Engineers, to prepare a report on the proposed drainage area pursuant to Section 5 and
Section 8(1) of the Drainage Act, for Council’s consideration.
CARRIED
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B. Report DS-48/25 by Margaret Underhill, Planning Coordinator/Deputy Clerk re Rezoning
Application ZBA-22/25 Weber, 53680 Heritage Line
Moved by: Councillor Froese
Seconded by: Councillor Chilcott
THAT Report DS-48/25 regarding the Weber rezoning application ZBA-22/25 be received for
information;
AND THAT pursuant to Planning Act Regulations Bill 73 Smart Growth for our Communities
Act, 2015, it be pointed out that at the public participation meeting held November 6, 2025
associated with this application, there were no oral presentations and no written public
submissions regarding this matter;
AND THAT all considerations were taken into account in Council’s decision passing this
resolution;
AND THAT Zoning By-law No. Z456-2003, as amended, be further amended by changing
the zoning on a specified area of the subject property located in Part Lot 110 Concession 7
NTR, municipally identified as 53680 Heritage Line, from Agricultural (A1) Zone to Site-
specific Farm Commercial (FC-2) Zone to permit the construction of a detached accessory
building, seeking relief from the following provisions:
• Section 13.10.1 to zone a defined area of 5,329m2 of the subject property as Farm
Commercial (as shown on Schedule A, Map 4); and
• Section 13.10.2 to permit a Lot Frontage of 20m; whereas Section 13.3 requires a
minimum Lot Frontage of 30.0 m.
AND THAT Zoning By-law No. Z818-2025 be presented to Council for enactment.
CARRIED
C. Report DS-49/25 by Margaret Underhill, Planning Coordinator/Deputy Clerk re Consent
Application E69-25 Teichroeb Exteriors Inc. 55480 and 55482 Vienna Line
Moved by: Councillor Chilcott
Seconded by: Councillor Froese
THAT Report DS-49/25 regarding the Consent Application E69-25 submitted by Teichroeb
Exteriors Inc. be received;
AND THAT Council recommend to the Elgin County Land Division Committee that Consent
Application E69-25 proposing to create one (1) new residential lot to sever the existing semi-
detached dwellings between the common wall, subject to the following conditions and
considerations:
1. That the Owner provides an engineered grading, drainage and storm water
management plan for each parcel to demonstrate that the lands will drain properly with
no negative impacts on the neighbouring lands or the street, to the satisfaction of the
Municipality of Bayham;
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2. That the Owner provides confirmation with respect to the location of the existing
municipal water and sanitary service connections to the severed and retained lands.
Should the existing municipal servicing laterals cross the proposed property lines or do
not have sufficient clearance, the Owner shall obtain a permit from the Municipality of
Bayham for the installation of a new municipal water and sanitary service
connection(s) as applicable;
3. That the rear wood deck shown on Parcel “B” is brought into conformity with the
Zoning By-law, Section 4.2e) by removing the deck, relocating the deck, or obtaining
an approved Minor Variance Application for the existing location of the deck.
4. That the Owner pay fees as required in Municipal By-law No. 2025-007 Cash-in-lieu of
Parkland;
5. That the Owner provides a digital copy of a survey of the subject lands;
6. That the Owner provides a Planning Report Fee payable to the Municipality of
Bayham, upon the granting of consent.
CARRIED
13. FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION
13.1 Correspondence
13.1.1 Receive for Information
A. Township of McGarry re GST/HST for New Homes
B. City of Brantford re Provincial Support of the Ontario Airport Capital Assistance Program
C. Watson & Associates re Bill 60
D. Lake Erie Source Protection Region re Notice of Consultation – Draft Update to the Long
Point Source Protection Plan and Assessment Report
E. Long Point Region Conservation Authority re Media Releases – Conservation Authority
Consolidation Announcement
F. Long Point Region Conservation Authority re October 1, 2025 Meeting Minutes
Moved by: Councillor Chilcott
Seconded by: Councillor Froese
THAT items 13.1.1 A – F be received for information.
CARRIED
13.1.2 Requiring Action
13.2 Reports to Council
A. Report CL-07/25 by Meagan Elliott, Clerk re Social Media Update
Moved by: Councillor Froese
Seconded by: Councillor Chilcott
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THAT Report CL-07/25 re Social Media Update be received for information;
AND THAT staff be directed to continue utilizing the corporate website and Voyent Alert as
the main sources of online information;
AND THAT any amendments required to the social media policy be presented to Council for
adoption;
AND THAT staff report back to Council with any updates to Social Media use.
CARRIED
B. Report CAO-45/25 by Thomas Thayer, CAO re Indemnification By-law
Moved by: Councillor Froese
Seconded by: Councillor Chilcott
THAT Report CAO-45/25 re Indemnification By-law be received for information;
AND THAT the Indemnification By-law, being By-law No. 2025-067, be brought forward for
Council’s consideration.
CARRIED
C. Report CAO-46/25 by Thomas Thayer, CAO re Group Benefits Consultant
Moved by: Councillor Chilcott
Seconded by: Councillor Froese
THAT Report CAO-46/25 re Group Benefits Consultant be received for information;
AND THAT Council continues with Mosey&Mosey as Bayham’s group benefits provider for
the Municipality’s benefits plan.
CARRIED
14. BY-LAWS
A. By-law No. 2025-067 Being a by-law to provide for the indemnity and defence of
members of Council, members of Local Boards, and employees of the Municipality of
Bayham against loss or liability incurred while acting on behalf of the Municipality
B. By-law No. 2025-068 Being a by-law to authorize the execution of an agreement
between the Corporation of the Municipality of Bayham and PK Construction Inc. for the
Bayham (Straffordville) Community Centre Expansion Works
C. By-law No. Z818-2025 Being a by-law to amend By-law No. Z456-2003 – Weber
Moved by: Deputy Mayor Weisler
Seconded by: Councillor Froese
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THAT By-law Nos. 2025-067, 2025-068 and Z818-2025 be read a first, second, and third
time and finally passed.
CARRIED
15. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
16. OTHER BUSINESS
16.1 In Camera
Moved by: Councillor Emerson
Seconded by: Councillor Froese
THAT the Council do now rise to enter into an “In Camera” Session at 8:50 p.m. to
discuss:
A. Confidential Item re Litigation or potential litigation, including matters before administrative
tribunals, affecting the municipality or local board; Advice that is subject to solicitor-client
privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose (Staffing)
B. Confidential Item re Labour relations, employee negotiations (Compensation)
CARRIED
16.2 Out of Camera
Moved by: Councillor Chilcott
Seconded by: Councillor Emerson
THAT the Council do now rise from the “In Camera” Session at 9:10 pm and report on
Confidential Item re Litigation or potential litigation, including matters before administrative
tribunals, affecting the municipality or local board; Advice that is subject to solicitor-client
privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose (Staffing) and Confidential
Item re Labour relations, employee negotiations (Compensation)
CARRIED
Moved by: Councillor Emerson
Seconded by: Deputy Mayor Weisler
THAT Confidential Item re Litigation or potential litigation, including matters before
administrative tribunals, affecting the municipality or local board; Advice that is subject to
solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose (Staffing) be
received for information;
AND THAT staff proceed as directed.
CARRIED
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Moved by: Councillor Froese
Seconded by: Councillor Emerson
THAT Confidential Item re Labour relations, employee negotiations (Compensation)
AND THAT staff proceed as directed.
CARRIED
17. BY-LAW TO CONFIRM THE PROCEEDINGS OF COUNCIL
A. By-law No. 2025-069 Being a by-law to confirm all actions of Council
Moved by: Councillor Chilcott
Seconded by: Councillor Emerson
THAT Confirming By-law No. 2025-069 be read a first, second and third time and finally
passed.
CARRIED
18. ADJOURNMENT
Moved by: Councillor Froese
Seconded by: Councillor Chilcott
THAT the Council meeting be adjourned at 9:11 p.m.
CARRIED
MAYOR CLERK
THE CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF BAYHAM
STATUTORY PLANNING MEETING MINUTES
MUNICIPAL OFFICE
56169 Heritage Line, Straffordville, ON
Council Chambers – HYBRID
Thursday, November 20, 2025
7:30 p.m.
A. Proposed Zoning By-law Amendment ZBA-23/25 Heritage Grown Inc. 57238 Light Line
PRESENT:
MAYOR ED KETCHABAW
DEPUTY MAYOR RAINEY WEISLER *via Zoom
COUNCILLORS TIMOTHY EMERSON
SUSAN CHILCOTT
DAN FROESE
STAFF PRESENT:
CAO THOMAS THAYER
CLERK MEAGAN ELLIOTT
PLANNING COORDINATOR / DEPUTY CLERK MARGARET UNDERHILL
BY-LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICER MARK RUSSELL
MANAGER OF PUBLIC WORKS /
DRAINAGE SUPERINTENDENT STEVE ADAMS
PUBLIC ATTENDEES A: N/A
1. CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Ketchabaw called the meeting to order at 7:30 pm.
2. DISCLOSURES OF PECUNIARY INTEREST & THE GENERAL NATURE THEREOF
3. CHAIRMAN’S REMARKS ON THE PURPOSE OF THE MEETING
4. PURPOSE AND EFFECT OF THE PROPOSED AMENDMENT
A. Proposed Zoning By-law Amendment ZBA-23/25 Heritage Grown Inc. 57238 Light Line
THE PURPOSE of this By-law Amendment is to rezone two portions of the subject lands as a result of
a surplus farm dwelling severance in Zoning By-law Z456-2003. The proposed Severed Lot is to be
rezoned from ‘Agricultural (A1-1)’ to Site-Specific ‘Rural Residential (RR-XX)’ Zone, which requires
relief from the following provisions:
• Section 7.3 to permit a Minimum Lot Area of 0.26 hectares, whereas 0.4 hectares is required;
• Section 7.4 to permit a Minimum Lot Frontage of 34.5 metres, whereas 50.0 metres is required; and,
• Section 7.10 to permit a Minimum Rear Yard Depth of 5.5 metres, whereas 15.0 metres is required.
The proposed Retained Lot is to be rezoned from ‘Agricultural (A1-1)’ to a Site-Specific ‘Special
Agricultural (A2-XX)’ Zone to prohibit new dwellings, and requires relief from the following provision:
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• Section 6.9 to permit a Minimum Side Yard Width of 7.7 metres, whereas 10.0 metres is required.
The subject lands are known as 57238 Light Line, north side, and west of Elgin County Road 55.
THE EFFECT of this By-law will be to recognize the residential nature of the newly created residential
lot and to prohibit new dwellings on the retained farm parcel in accordance with the Official Plan, as
part of the clearing of Consent Conditions for Elgin Land Division Committee file number E24-25.
5. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
No public participation.
6. CORRESPONDENCE
No correspondence.
7. OTHER BUSINESS
No other business.
8. ADJOURNMENT
Moved by: Councillor Emerson
Seconded by: Councillor Chilcott
THAT the Zoning By-law be considered at a future meeting of Council;
AND THAT pursuant to the Planning Act requirements, the Public Meeting for Zoning
Application ZBA-23/25 is now complete at 7:33 p.m.
CARRIED
MAYOR CLERK
ZBA-22/25
PLANNING ACT NOTICE OF THE PASSING OF ZONING BY-LAW Z818-2025 BY THE CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF BAYHAM APPLICANT: DWAYNE and NANCY WEBER LOCATION: 53680 HERITAGE LINE TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the Corporation of the Municipality of Bayham passed By-Law No. Z818-
2025 on the 20th day of November 2025 under Section 34 of the Planning Act.
AND TAKE NOTICE that any person or agency as described below may appeal to the Ontario Land
Tribunal in respect of all or part of this By-law by filing with the Clerk of the Municipality of Bayham either via
the OLT e-file service (first-time users will need to register for a My Ontario Account) at
https://olt.gov.on.ca/e-file-service by selecting the Municipality of Bayham as the Approval Authority or by
mail to the Municipality of Bayham at the address listed below no later than 4:30 p.m. on 11th day of
December 2025. The filing of an appeal after 4:30 p.m., in person or electronically, will be deemed to have
been received the next business day. The appeal fee of $1,100 can be paid online through e-file or by
certified cheque/money order to the Minister of Finance, Province of Ontario. If you wish to appeal to the
Ontario Land Tribunal (OLT) or request a fee reduction for an appeal, forms are available from the OLT
website at www.olt.gov.on.ca. If the e-file portal is down, you can submit your appeal to
munderhill@bayham.on.ca. The notice of appeal must set out the objection to the By-law and the reasons in
support of the objection.
THE PURPOSE of this By-law Amendment is to rezone a specified area within the subject property from
‘Agricultural (A1)’ Zone to a ‘Site-Specific Farm Commercial (FC-2)’ Zone to permit the development of an
accessory building, which requires relief from the following provisions:
• Section 13.10.1 to zone a defined area of 5,329m² (as shown on the Key Map) as Farm
Commercial (FC-2); and,
• Section 13.10.2, to permit a ‘Minimum Lot Frontage’ of 20m; whereas 30m is required under the FC zone; The subject property is known as 53680 Heritage Line, north side, and west of Richmond Road.
THE EFFECT of this By-law is to permit a new building for the storage and distribution of agricultural feed and
seed.
ONLY THE APPLICANT, SPECIFIED PERSONS, PUBLIC BODIES, REGISTERED OWNERS OF LAND
TO WHICH THIS BY-LAW WOULD APPLY, AND THE MINISTER may appeal a by-law to the Ontario Land
Tribunal. A notice of appeal may not be filed by an unincorporated association or group. However, a notice of
appeal may be filed in the name of an individual who is a member of the association or the group on its behalf.
NO SPECIFIED PERSON PUBLIC BODY, OR REGISTERED OWNER OF LAND TO WHICH THIS BY-
LAW WOULD APPLY SHALL be added as a party to the hearing of the appeal unless, before the by-law
was passed, the specified person, public body, or registered owner of land to which the by-law would apply
made oral submissions at a public meeting or written submissions to the council or, in the opinion of the
Ontario Land Tribunal, there are reasonable grounds to add the person or public body as a party.
The complete By-law is available for inspection by contacting the municipal office.
DATED at the Municipality of Bayham this 21st Day of November 2025.
Margaret Underhill Planning Coordinator/Deputy Clerk Municipality of Bayham 56169 Heritage Line, P.O. Box 160 Straffordville, ON, N0J 1Y0 T: 519-866-5521 Ext 222 F: 519-866-3884 E: munderhill@bayham.on.ca
NOTE: For information regarding the fees associated with an appeal to
the Ontario Land Tribunal, please see the following link:
https://olt.gov.on.ca/appeals-process/fee-chart/ or contact the Municipality.
COA-08/25 NOTICE OF A PUBLIC MEETING CONCERNING A PROPOSED MINOR VARIANCE IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF BAYHAM APPLICANT: HENRY AND ANNA BANMAN LOCATION: 55547 MAIN STREET, STRAFFORDVILLE
TAKE NOTICE that the Municipality of Bayham has received a complete application for a proposed Minor Variance (COA-08/25).
AND TAKE NOTICE that the Committee of Adjustment of the Corporation of the Municipality of Bayham will hold a public meeting on December 4, 2025, at 6:45 pm in the Municipal Council Chambers, 56169 Heritage Line, Straffordville, to consider a proposed Minor Variance to Zoning By-law No. Z456-2003 under Section 45 of the Planning Act. Committee of Adjustment Meetings may also be viewed virtually through the live-stream on the Municipality of Bayham YouTube Channel: Bayham YouTube
THE PURPOSE of this variance is to grant the following relief from the Zoning By-law regulation on the subject property located at 55547 Main Street, south side, west of Plank Road, in the Village of Straffordville:
• Section 10.6 to permit a Maximum Lot Coverage of 34%, whereas 30% is required
THE EFFECT of this variance is to permit an increased maximum lot coverage on the subject property that is permitted in the Village Residential 1 (R1) Zone. ANY PERSON may attend the public meeting and/or make a written or verbal representation in support of or in opposition to the proposed minor variance. Please be advised that equal consideration is given to all written and oral presentations provided prior to or at the public
meeting. When possible, please consider utilizing written correspondence to be submitted to the undersigned by 9:00 am on November 27, 2025, to be included in the Committee of Adjustment agenda. IF YOU WISH to be notified of the decision of the Committee of Adjustment, you must make a written request to the undersigned. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION relating to the proposed minor variance may be obtained by contacting the Municipal Office. Dated at the Municipality of Bayham this 21st day of November 2025.
Margaret Underhill Planning Coordinator/Deputy Clerk Municipality of Bayham P.O. Box 160, 56169 Heritage Line Straffordville, ON, N0J 1Y0 T: 519-866-5521 Ext 222 F: 519-866-3884 E: munderhill@bayham.on.ca W: www.bayham.on.ca
REPORT
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
TO: Mayor & Members of Council
FROM: Margaret Underhill, Planning Coordinator/Deputy Clerk
DATE: December 4, 2025
REPORT: DS-51/25 FILE NO. C-07 / D13.HERI
Roll # 3401-000-002-19000 SUBJECT: Rezoning Application ZBA-23/25 Heritage Grown Inc. 57238 Light Line
Draft Zoning By-law No. Z819-2025
BACKGROUND
Agent Jesse Froese submitted a zoning amendment application on behalf of Heritage Grown Inc. to
rezone the property at 57238 Light Line, north side, west of Elgin County Road 55 and east of Toll
Gate Road. The applicant is requesting consent for the severance of 0.26 ha (0.65 acres) of land and
to retain 82.41 ha. (203.64 acres) of land. The intent is to create a residential lot containing an
existing dwelling surplus to the needs of the farm operation. The lands are designated as ‘Agriculture’
in Schedule ‘A1’ (Land Use) in the Bayham Official Plan. The lands are zoned Agricultural (A1-A) in
Schedule ‘A1’ Map No. 12 of the Municipality of Bayham Zoning By-law No. Z456-2003.
The purpose of this By-law Amendment is to rezone two portions of the subject lands because of a
surplus farm dwelling severance in Zoning By-law No. Z456-2003. The proposed Severed Lot is to be
rezoned from ‘Agricultural (A1-1)’ to Site-Specific ‘Rural Residential (RR-55)’ Zone, which requires
relief from the following provisions:
• Section 7.3 to permit a Minimum Lot Area of 0.26 hectares, whereas 0.4 hectares is required;
• Section 7.4 to permit a Minimum Lot Frontage of 34.5 metres, whereas 50.0 metres is
required; and,
• Section 7.10 to permit a Minimum Rear Yard Depth of 5.5 metres, whereas 15.0 metres is
required.
The proposed Retained Lot is to be rezoned from ‘Agricultural (A1-1)’ to a Site-Specific ‘Special
Agricultural (A2-22)’ Zone to prohibit new dwellings, and requires relief from the following provision:
• Section 6.9 to permit a Minimum Side Yard Width of 7.7 metres, whereas 10.0 metres is
required.
The effect of this By-law will be to recognize the residential nature of the newly created residential lot
and to prohibit new dwellings on the retained farm parcel in accordance with the Official Plan, as part
Staff Report DS-51/25 Heritage Grown 2
of the clearing of Consent Conditions for Elgin Land Division Committee file number E24-25.
The public meeting was held on November 20, 2025, with no public attendees. No public comments
have been received.
DISCUSSION Agency comments were received from LPRCA. LPRCA has no concerns with the application.
The planner’s memorandum, dated June 11, 2025, included with this Report and previously considered with the consent on June 19, 2025, provides the analysis of the purpose for the zoning amendment. Staff and planner concur the rezoning application meets the policies and recommend approval to change the zoning on the severed portion from Agricultural (A1-1) to Site-specific Rural Residential (RR-55) Zone requiring relief from the Zoning By-law provisions. Draft Zoning By-law No. Z819-2025 is presented for consideration. STRATEGIC PLAN Not applicable.
ATTACHMENTS:
1. Rezoning Application ZBA-23/25 Heritage Grown Inc. 2. Arcadis Memorandum, dated June 11, 2025 3. LPRCA email dated November 13, 2025 4. Draft Zoning By-law No. Z819-2025 RECOMMENDATION THAT Report DS-51/25 regarding the Heritage Grown Inc. rezoning application ZBA-23/25 be received for information; AND THAT pursuant to Planning Act Regulations Bill 73 Smart Growth for our Communities
Act, 2015, it be pointed out that at the public participation meeting held November 20, 2025, associated with this application, there were no oral presentations and no written public submissions regarding this matter; AND THAT all considerations were taken into account in Council’s decision passing this resolution; AND THAT Zoning By-law No. Z456-2003, as amended, be further amended by changing the zoning on the subject property located in South Part Lot 25 Concession 4, municipally identified as 57238 Light Line, as a condition of a surplus farm dwelling severance from Agricultural (A1-1) Zone to Site-specific Rural Residential (RR-55) Zone on the severed lot requiring relief from the following provisions:
• Section 7.3 to permit a Minimum Lot Area of 0.26 hectares, whereas 0.4 hectares is required;
• Section 7.4 to permit a Minimum Lot Frontage of 34.5 metres, whereas 50.0 metres is required; and,
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• Section 7.10 to permit a Minimum Rear Yard Depth of 5.5 metres, whereas 15.0 metres is required.
and changing the zoning from Agricultural (A1-1) to a Site-specific Special Agricultural (A2-22) on the retained lot to prohibit new dwellings, and requiring relief from the following provision:
• Section 6.9 to permit a Minimum Side Yard Width of 7.7 metres, whereas 10.0 metres
is required.
AND THAT Zoning By-law No. Z819-2025 be presented to Council for enactment. Respectfully Submitted by: Reviewed by:
Margaret Underhill Thomas Thayer, CMO, AOMC
Planning Coordinator/Deputy Clerk Chief Administrative Officer
420 Wes Graham Way, Suite 106 Waterloo, ON, N2L 0J6
Memorandum
To/Attention Municipality of Bayham Date June 11, 2025
From Jeff Henry, RPP, MCIP Project No 3404-1000
Subject Heritage Grown Inc. – 57238 Light Line – Application for Consent
E24-25
1. We have completed our review of Consent Application E24-25, submitted by
Jesse Froese on behalf of Heritage Grown Inc. (hereafter “owner” or “applicant”)
for the lands located at 57238 Light Line, west of Elgin County Road 55 and east
of Toll Gate Road. The applicant is requesting consent for the severance of 0.26
ha (0.65 acres) of land and to retain 82.41 ha. (203.64 acres) of land. The intent
is to create a residential lot containing an existing dwelling surplus to the needs
of the farm operation. The lands are designated as ‘Agriculture’ in Schedule ‘A1’
(Land Use) in the Bayham Official Plan. The lands are zoned Agricultural (A1-A)
in Schedule ‘A1’ Map No. 12 of the Municipality of Bayham Zoning By-law Z456-
2003.
2. As per Schedule ‘A1’ of the Bayham Official Plan, natural heritage features are
located along the eastern property line of the subject property, with a watercourse
located near the front southeast corner of the subject property. Lands further
along the eastern and northern property line of the subject property are regulated
by the LPRCA. The existing watercourse and natural heritage features are not
anticipated to be impacted by the severance, as the lot configuration of the
proposed retained and severed lot will not fragment these features, while no new
buildings or structures are proposed on the subject property.
3. The proposed severed parcel has lot frontage of 34.5 metres (113.2 feet), a lot
depth of 76.0 metres (249.3 feet) and total lot area of 0.26 hectares (0.65 acres)
to accommodate the existing single-detached dwelling and existing private well
and septic system. The proposed retained lot has a lot frontage of 420.0 metres
(1378.0 feet), a lot depth of 1,000.0 metres (3280.8 feet) and an approximate lot
area of 82.41 hectares (203.64 acres). It is understood that the existing
agricultural operations on the lands to be retained are to continue as they exist
today. There are a total of five (5) farm buildings and structures on the retained
lot consisting of three (3) barns used for storing farm equipment located northeast
of the proposed severed lot and two (2) old greenhouses located near the front
southeast corner of the retained lot.
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4. There is one (1) existing driveway access that meanders through the proposed
severed lot to the proposed retained lot, which will be maintained. As a condition
of approval, as noted in Paragraph 11 of this Memo, the applicant will require
either (a) an easement over the existing driveway on the severed lands in favour
of the retained lands to enable access to the proposed retained lot, or (b) a new
access permit and driveway from the Municipality solely on the retained lot.
5. The surrounding uses are predominantly agricultural, with some rural residential
lots further west of the subject lands along Light Line.
6. The Provincial Planning Statement (hereafter, “PPS”) provides policy direction
with respect to Lot Creation and Lot Adjustments in prime agricultural areas for
surplus farm dwelling severances. Section 4.3.3.1.c) of the PPS reads as follows:
4.3.3.1 one new residential lot per farm consolidation for a residence surplus to
an agricultural operation, provided that:
c) a residence surplus to a farming operation as a result of farm
consolidation, provided that:
1. the new lot will be limited to a minimum size needed to
accommodate the use and appropriate sewage and water
services; and
Comment: Based on the current Severance Sketch, the proposed
severed lot is no larger than necessary to meet the minimum size
needed to accommodate the existing private well and septic
system. The applicant is required to provide a new well on the
retained lot to provide a separate water source for the agricultural
operations on the retained lot, as a condition of approval in
Paragraph 11 of this Memo.
2. the planning authority ensures that new dwellings and additional
residential units are prohibited on any remnant parcel of farmland
created by the severance. The approach used to ensure that no
new dwellings or additional residential units are permitted on the
remnant parcel may be recommended by the Province, or based
on municipal approaches that achieve the same objective; and
Comment: As noted in Paragraph 11 of this Memo below, the
applicant is required to rezone the retained lot from A1-A to A2 to
prohibit the development of a future residential dwelling.
Therefore, it is our opinion that the proposed consent is consistent with the PPS.
7. In the Elgin County Official Plan (hereafter, ‘Elgin OP’), policies for Consent and
Lot Creation on Lands in the Agricultural Area are found in Section E1.2.3 (New
Lots by Consent). Section E1.2.3 indicates that proposals for Consent shall be in
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conformity with the relevant policies in the Elgin OP, the local Official Plan and
the provisions of the Planning Act.
Elgin County OP Section E1.2.3.1 provides further direction with respect to the
general criteria that consent applications shall address as follows:
Provisional consent may be granted subject to appropriate conditions of
approval for the severed and/or retained lot. Prior to issuing provisional consent
for a new lot for any purpose, the approval authority shall be satisfied that the
lot to be retained and the lot to be severed:
a) Fronts on and will be directly accessed by a public road that is maintained
on a year-round basis;
Comment: The severed and retained lots will have continued frontage
along Light Line. The severed lot will maintain the existing driveway access,
while either an easement over the existing driveway or a new access permit
from the Municipality will be required to ensure access to the proposed
retained lot is maintained, as noted in Paragraph 11 of this Memo.
b) Does not have direct access to a Provincial Highway or County Road,
unless the Province or the County permits a request for access;
Comment: Not applicable, as the proposed severed and retained lots will
have direct access to Light Line, which is identified as a Local Road in
Schedule ‘A2’ of the Bayham Official Plan.
c) will not cause a traffic hazard;
Comment: The proposed severance will not cause a traffic hazard, as the
existing access to the severed lot will remain unaltered as it exists today. It
is our opinion that a new access to the retained lot can be provided that will
not cause a traffic hazard, as Light Line is straight and generally level for
ease of access.
d) has adequate size and frontage for the proposed use in accordance with
the local municipal Zoning By-law;
Comment: The proposed retained lot will meet the minimum lot area and
lot frontage requirements of the A2 zone. Based on the current Severance
Sketch, the proposed severed lot will not meet the minimum lot area and
lot frontage requirements of the future RR Zone. Based on our review of
the current parcel fabric, it is our opinion that the lot size and frontage of
the proposed severed lot is appropriate to limit the impact on existing
agricultural operations on the proposed retained lot, while providing
adequate space for the existing well and septic system on the proposed
severed lot.
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Please see Paragraph 11 and the Conditions of Approval for further details.
Therefore, we are of the opinion these criteria can be met, subject to the
Conditions of Approval.
e) notwithstanding d) above, where a zoning by-law amendment or minor
variance is required, approval of such amendment or variance shall be
included as a condition of the approval of the consent;
Comment: As a Condition of Approval, the applicant is required to rezone
the proposed severed lot from A1-A to RR and the retained lot from A1-A
to A2. Please see Paragraph 11 of this Memo below.
f) can be serviced with an appropriate water supply and means of sewage
disposal, provided there is confirmation of sufficient reserve sewage
system capacity and reserve water system capacity within municipal
sewage services and municipal water services;
Comment: Based on the current Severance Sketch, the owner/applicant
intends to service the severed lot with the existing private well and septic
system. The applicant provided a supporting bacteriological analysis of the
drinking water from the existing well, demonstrating that there is no fecal
contamination to the drinking water supplied by the existing well on the
proposed severed lot. As a condition of approval, the applicant is required
to provide a new well on the retained lot to provide a separate water source
for the agricultural operations on the retained lot.
g) will not have a negative impact on the drainage patterns in the area;
Comment: There are no other physical changes to the lands proposed,
therefore, no negative impacts to drainage patterns are anticipated.
h) will not restrict the development of the retained lands or other parcels of
land, particularly as it relates to the provision of access, if they are
designated for development by this Plan;
Comment: The proposed consent will not restrict the development of the
retained lands (or other parcels), as the applicant will be required to provide
an easement over the existing driveway to enable access to the proposed
retained lot through the severed lot or will be required to obtain a new
access permit from the Municipality to ensure future access to the
proposed retained lot.
i) will not have a negative impact on the significant features and functions of
any natural heritage feature; in this regard, lots should be restricted in size
in order to conserve other lands in larger blocks for natural heritage
purposes;
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Comment: As per the Bayham Official Plan, natural heritage features are
located along the eastern property line of the subject property, with a
watercourse located near the front southeast corner of the subject property.
Based on the current Severance Sketch, the proposed lot configuration of
the proposed severed and retained lot will not fragment the existing
watercourse or natural heritage features on the subject property. In
addition, no new development is proposed on the subject property. It is our
opinion that the severance will not further impact the existing watercourse
and natural heritage features on the subject property.
j) will not have a negative impact on the quality and quantity of groundwater
available for other uses in the area;
Comment: The owner/applicant provided supporting bacteriological
analysis of drinking water of the existing well on the proposed severed lot,
demonstrating that there is no fecal contamination to the drinking water
supplied by the existing well. As the proposed severance does not propose
any physical changes to the subject lands, as the existing single-detached
dwelling and agricultural operations will remain as they exist today, it is our
opinion that the proposed severance will not have negative impact on the
quality and quantity of groundwater in the area, as demonstrated by the
documentation provided by the applicant.
As a Condition of Approval, the applicant will be required to demonstrate
through appropriate documentation from a qualified professional that the
new well on the retained lot will not have a negative impact on the quality
and quantity of groundwater in the area in accordance with Provincial
standards.
k) will not have an adverse effect on natural hazard processes such as
flooding and erosion;
Comment: The proposed severance does not propose any physical
changes to the subject lands, as the existing single-detached dwelling and
agricultural operations will remain as they exist today. Therefore, no
adverse impacts will occur.
l) conform with the local Official Plan; and,
Comment: The proposed severance will conform to the Bayham Official
Plan, subject to the recommendations proposed below.
m) will conform to Section 51 (24) of the Planning Act, as amended.
Comment: Section 51(24) of the Planning Act pertains to the consideration
of a Draft Plan of Subdivision.
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Therefore, it is our opinion that the proposed Consent Application conforms to the
Elgin OP, subject to the Conditions of Approval listed below.
8. The Municipality of Bayham Official Plan Section 2.1.7.1 indicates that “farm consolidation shall mean the acquisition of additional farm parcels to be operated as one farm operation”. There are several policies within Section 2.7.1, which are listed as follows:
In the opinion of Municipal Council, a land use conflict shall not be created
with agricultural operations or other existing land uses in the immediate area of the subject lands;
Comment: It is our opinion that the proposed consent will not result in land use conflicts. The existing single-detached dwelling to be severed as a surplus farm dwelling and existing agricultural operation to be retained will
remain as they exist today.
Where a farm parcel with more than one existing dwelling is being consolidated into a farm operation, only one dwelling may be severed from
that farm parcel, and no more than one severance of a surplus dwelling shall be allowed from an original farm parcel regardless of changes in
boundary or ownership;
Comment: The proposed consent only contemplates the severance of one (1) surplus farm dwelling as a result of farm consolidation.
A minimum of one existing dwelling within the Municipality of Bayham must
be retained by the proponent farm operation, or a registered owner of the
proponent farm operation. Comment: The owner/applicant owns a minimum of one (1) existing dwelling within the Municipality of Bayham.
Sections 2.1.7.2 and 2.1.7.2 of the Bayham Official Plan provides consideration
for the approval and requirements of severances for surplus farm dwellings as
follows:
2.1.7.2 The severed lot with the surplus farm dwelling shall:
a) Be no larger than is necessary to support a private sanitary sewage
treatment and disposal system as determined by the appropriate approval
authority, and be serviced by a potable water supply;
Comment: The proposed severed lot is no larger than necessary to
support the existing private well and septic system.
b) Meet the provisions of the MDS 1 for livestock facilities and manure
storage facilities on the proposed retained lands; and,
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Comment: As per Section 2.1.2.2 of the Bayham Official Plan and The
Minimum Distance Separation (MDS) Document Publication 853,
Guideline #9, it is understood that MDS 1 is not applied to the proposed
surplus farm dwelling severance, given that the existing farm buildings on
the retained lot are not used for livestock facilities.
c) Be rezoned in a Rural Residential Zone in the Zoning By-law of the
Municipality of Bayham
Comment: As detailed further in Paragraph 11 of this Memo below, the
applicant is required to rezone the proposed severed lot from A1-A to RR.
2.1.7.3 The severed lot with the surplus farm dwelling may:
a) Include accessory buildings and structures if in the opinion of Municipal
Council a land use conflict will not be created; and,
Comment: It is understood that the proposed severed lot does not feature
accessory buildings or structures.
b) Include accessory buildings and structures where the property has been
rezoned to prohibit the keeping of livestock
Comment: See comment above.
Section 2.1.7.4 of the Bayham Official Plan provides additional consideration for
the approval and requirements of the retained agricultural lands as follows:
a) Depending on the current zoning and lot size, meet the provisions of the
Agricultural (A1 / A1-A) Zone regulations of the Zoning By-law of the
Municipality of Bayham; and,
Comment: The applicant is required to rezone the retained lot from A1-A
to A2 to prohibit the development of a future residential dwelling. The
proposed retained lot will have an area of approximately 82.41 hectares
and 420 metres of lot frontage along Light Line, which meets the minimum
lot area and lot frontage requirements for the A2 Zone.
b) Be rezoned to prohibit the placement, development, or establishment of
any additional type or form of residential dwelling units thereon, regardless
of changes in property boundary or ownership.
Comment: As noted above and in Paragraph 11 of this Memo below, the
applicant is required to rezone the retained lot from A1-A to A2 to prohibit
the development of a future residential dwelling.
Therefore, based on the analysis provided above, the proposed consent is in
conformity with Bayham Official Plan, subject to the Conditions of Approval listed
below.
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9. The proposed retained lot is currently zoned A1-A and must be rezoned to a
Special Agricultural (A2) zone to prohibit new dwellings, as per Official Plan
Section 2.1.7.4. The proposed lot configuration by the applicant can
accommodate the minimum Lot Area of 20.0 hectares and minimum Lot Frontage
of 150.0 metres as required in the A2 zone.
The proposed severed lot is currently zoned A1-A and must be rezoned to a Rural
Residential (RR) zone consistent to the resulting residential use and Official Plan
Section 2.1.7.2. The proposed severed lot does not meet the minimum Lot Area
of 0.4 hectares and the minimum Lot Frontage of 50.0 metres required in the RR
zone. It is our opinion that the lot size and frontage of the proposed severed lot is
appropriate to limit the impact on existing agricultural operations on the proposed
retained lot, while providing adequate space for the existing well and septic
system on the proposed severed lot.
As a Condition of Approval, the applicant is required to request and receive
approval for the required zoning by-law amendments noted above, including site-
specific zoning exceptions to the minimum lot frontage and minimum lot area
regulations of the RR zone for the severed lot.
11. Based on the above review of Consent Application E24-25, we have no objection
to the proposed consent to create a residential lot for the existing dwelling surplus
to the needs of the farm operation and recommend the following conditions for
approval:
a) That the owner obtains approval of a Zoning By-law Amendment for the
proposed severed parcel from an Agricultural (A1-A) zone to a Site-Specific
Rural Residential (RR-XX) Zone to permit a Minimum Lot Area of 0.26 ha
and a Minimum Lot Frontage of 34.5 m.
b) That the owner obtains approval of a Zoning By-law Amendment for the
proposed retained lands from an Agricultural (A1-A) zone to a Special
Agricultural (A2) Zone to prohibit new dwellings.
c) That the owner demonstrates legal access to the retained lands either
through a registered easement over the driveway on the severed lands or
through an access permit from the Municipality for a new driveway access
to the retained lot.
d) That the owner installs a new well on the proposed retained lot with
appropriate documentation from a qualified professional that the new well
will be sited to ensure no negative impacts occur on the quality and quantity
of groundwater in the area in accordance with Provincial standards.
e) That the owner provides a Planning Report Fee payable to the Municipality
of Bayham.
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f) That the owner provides a digital copy of a survey of the subject property.
g) That the applicant applies to and pay all fees to the Municipality with respect
to Civic Addressing/signage for the retained lot, where necessary.
Jeff Henry
Arcadis Professional Services (Canada) Inc. Jeff Henry, RPP, MCIP Consulting Planner to the Municipality of Bayham
THE CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF BAYHAM BY-LAW NO. Z819-2025
HERITAGE GROWN INC.
BEING A BY-LAW TO AMEND BY-LAW No. Z456-2003, AS AMENDED
WHEREAS the Council of the Corporation of the Municipality of Bayham deems it necessary to amend Zoning By-law No. Z456-2003, as amended;
THEREFORE, the Council of the Corporation of the Municipality of Bayham enacts as follows:
1) THAT By-law No. Z456-2003, as amended, is hereby further amended by amending Schedule “A”, Map 12 by changing the zoning symbol on the lands from ‘Agricultural (A1-1)’ Zone to a ‘Site-Specific Rural Residential (RR-55)’ Zone, which lands are outlined in
heavy solid lines and marked “RR-55” on Schedule “A”, Map 12 to this By-law, which schedule is attached to and forms part of this By-law.
2) THAT By-law No. Z456-2003, as amended, is hereby further amended by amending Schedule “A”, Map 12 by changing the zoning symbol on the lands from ‘Agricultural (A1-1)’ Zone to a ‘Site-Specific Special Agricultural (A2-22)’ Zone, which lands are outlined in heavy solid lines and marked “A2-22 on Schedule “A”, Map 12 to this By-law, which
schedule is attached to and forms part of this By-law.
3) THAT By-law No. Z456-2003, as amended, is hereby further amended by amending Section 7.13 Exceptions – Rural Residential (RR) Zone by adding the following clauses:
7.13.55.1 Defined Area
RR-55 as shown on Schedule “A”, Map 12 to this By-law.
7.13.55.2 Minimum Lot Area
0.26 hectares
7.13.55.3 Minimum Lot Frontage
34.5 metres
7.13.55.4 Minimum Rear Yard Depth
5.5 metres
4) THAT By-law No. Z456-2003, as amended, is hereby further amended by amending Section 6.12 Exceptions – Special Agricultural (A2) Zone by adding the following clauses:
6.12.22.1 Defined Area
A2-22 as shown on Schedule “A”, Map 12 to this By-law.
6.12.22.2 Minimum Side Yard Width
7.7 metres
5) THIS By-law comes into force:
a) Where no notice of objection has been filed with the Municipal Clerk within the time prescribed by the Planning Act and regulations pursuant thereto, upon the expiration of the prescribed time; or
b) Where notice of objection has been filed with the Municipal Clerk within the time prescribed by the Planning Act and regulations pursuant thereto, upon the approval of the Ontario Land Tribunal.
READ A FIRST AND SECOND TIME THIS 4TH DAY OF DECEMBER 2025.
READ A THIRD TIME AND FINALLY PASSED THIS 4TH DAY OF DECEMBER 2025.
MAYOR CLERK
2021 Division Road North
Kingsville, Ontario N9Y 2Y9
Phone: (519) 733-2305
www.kingsville.ca
November 19, 2025
Honourable Doug Ford, Premier of Ontario
Via Email: premier@ontario.ca
Public Input Coordinator
Via Email: ca.office@ontario.ca
Dear Premier Ford,
Re: Opposition to Proposed Consolidation of Conservation Authorities
Please be advised that at its Regular Meeting held Monday, November 17, 2025, the
Council of the Corporation of the Town of Kingsville passed the following resolution
respecting the matter referenced in the above subject line:
195-11172025
Moved By: Councillor Neufeld
Seconded By: Councillor Patterson
Whereas the Conservation Authorities Act, 1990 (the “Act”), originally enacted in
1946, was established to allow municipalities to form conservation authorities that
are equipped to develop and deliver local, watershed-based conservation,
restoration and natural resource management programs on behalf of the province
and municipalities;
And whereas there are thirty-six (36) conservation authorities in Ontario, each of
which is distinct and reflects the unique environmental, geographic and
community needs of its watershed;
And whereas on October 31, 2025, the Minister of the Environment,
Conservation and Parks announced the Government’s intention to introduce
legislation which would amend the Act to create the Ontario Provincial
Conservation Agency and consolidate Ontario’s 36 conservation authorities into
seven (7) regional conservation authorities.
Now therefore be it resolved that the Council of the Corporation of the
Town of Kingsville:
• Wishes to formally state that it opposes the consolidation of Ontario’s
conservation authorities without knowing the full financial and operational
impact to municipalities and the conservation authorities; and,
• Directs the Acting Clerk to forward a copy of this resolution to the
Honourable Doug Ford, Premier of Ontario, the Honourable Minister of the
Environment, Conservation and Parks, Todd McCarthy, the Honourable
Rob Flack, Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing, Anthony Leardi,
MPP, Essex, Lisa Gretzky, MPP Windsor West, Andrew Dowie, MPP
Windsor-Tecumseh, Trevor Jones, MPP Chatham-Kent-Leamington,
AMCTO, AMO and all Ontario Municipalities.
Carried.
Please accept this correspondence as an official confirmation of Council’s decision with
respect to the same. Any questions may be directed to the undersigned.
Sincerely,
Angela Toole
Acting Manager of Municipal Governance/Clerk
519-733-2305 ext. 223
atoole@kingsville.ca
cc. Honourable Todd McCarthy, Minister of the Environment, Conservation and Parks
Honourable Rob Flack, Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing
Anthony Leardi, MPP, Essex
Lisa Gretzky, MPP, Windsor West
Andrew Dowie, MPP, Windsor-Tecumseh
Trevor Jones, MPP, Chatham-Kent-Leamington
Essex Region Conservation Authority
Conservation Ontario
AMCTO
AMO
All Ontario Municipalities
CITY CLERK’S OFFICE City Hall, 58 Dalhousie Street, Brantford, ON N3T 2J2 P.O Box 818, Brantford, ON N3T 5R7
Phone: (519) 759-4150 Fax: (519) 759-7840 www.brantford.ca
November 28, 2025
Premier Doug Ford
Sent via email: premier@ontario.ca Dear Premier Doug Ford:
Please be advised that Brantford City Council at its meeting held November 25,
2025 adopted the following:
12.4.11 Professional Activity (P.A) Day on Municipal Election Day – School Boards - Councillor Carpenter
Councillor Carpenter read the title of his notice of motion:
WHEREAS municipalities across Ontario are responsible for organizing and
administering municipal and school board elections every four years, as mandated
under the Municipal Elections Act, 1996; and
WHEREAS local schools are traditionally among the most convenient, accessible, and
familiar polling locations for voters in all communities; and
WHEREAS schools offer important accessibility features such as level entrances,
parking, and public visibility that make them ideal polling stations, particularly for
seniors, parents, and persons with disabilities; and
WHEREAS the use of schools as polling locations can lead to increased costs with
regards to ensuring the safety and security of students; and
WHEREAS many municipalities face challenges securing suitable and accessible
alternative voting locations, resulting in increased costs and reduced accessibility for
voters; and
WHEREAS the Municipal Elections Act provides that school boards shall provide their
facilities free of charge for the Municipal and School board elections; and
WHEREAS holding a province-wide Professional Activity (P.A.) Day for all publicly
funded schools on municipal election day would alleviate concerns from school
administrators for voting purposes while maintaining student safety; and
WHEREAS this coordinated approach would enhance voter convenience, improve
accessibility, and help strengthen civic engagement and democratic participation by
allowing electors to vote at their local schools without disrupting the student body; and
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CITY CLERK’S OFFICE City Hall, 58 Dalhousie Street, Brantford, ON N3T 2J2 P.O Box 818, Brantford, ON N3T 5R7
Phone: (519) 759-4150 Fax: (519) 759-7840 www.brantford.ca
WHEREAS it would also create efficiencies and potential cost savings for municipalities
by reducing the need to rent alternative facilities or implement special security
measures; and
WHEREAS aligning a P.A. Day with municipal election day would require minimal
disruption to the school calendar, as school boards already schedule several P.A. Days
each academic year; and
WHEREAS this measure would demonstrate a spirit of cooperation between the
Province of Ontario, local municipalities, and school boards to promote civic
engagement and fiscal responsibility;
WHEREAS the Association of Municipal Clerks and Treasurers of Ontario and it’s
members have lobbied the Province to establish a
P.A day on Election Day;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT:
A. The Council of the City of Brantford respectfully requests the Premier of Ontario to
consider directing all publicly funded school boards in Ontario to schedule a
Professional Activity (P.A.) Day on the date of the municipal election in each
election year; and
B. That this direction be made in consultation with the Ministry of Education,
the
Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO), and school board associations, to
ensure consistency across the province; and
C. THAT a copy of this resolution be forwarded to:
i. The Premier of Ontario;
ii. The Minister of Education;
iii. The Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO);
iv. The Ontario Public School Boards’ Association (OPSBA);
v. The Ontario Catholic School Trustees’ Association (OCSTA); and
vi. All Ontario municipalities for their information and support
vii. MPP Will Bouma
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CITY CLERK’S OFFICE City Hall, 58 Dalhousie Street, Brantford, ON N3T 2J2 P.O Box 818, Brantford, ON N3T 5R7
Phone: (519) 759-4150 Fax: (519) 759-7840 www.brantford.ca
I trust this information is of assistance.
Yours truly,
Chris Gauthier City Clerk, cgauthier@brantford.ca
CC - The Minister of Education paul.calandra@pc.ola.org
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The Ontario Catholic School Trustees’ Association (OCSTA) aobrien@ocsta.on.ca
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THE NEWSLETTER FOR ONTARIO’S PUBLIC WORKS PROFESSIONALS
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Promoting knowledge Pursuing excellence
2 TRADESHOW 2025
4 2025 PROVINCIAL TRUCK ROADEO
8 AORS UPDATE
13 PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE
16 BEING AN ELECTED OFFICIAL IS NOT A SHIELD
18 FROM FACTORY FLOOR TO MUNICIPAL FLEET
19 IT’S TIME TO HARMONIZE HOW WE BUILD ROADS IN CANADA
21 EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR’S MESSAGE
22 DESLUDGING IN NORTH MIDDLESEX
23 PROTECTING THE ENVIRONMENT IN SEGUIN TOWNSHIP
26 LA NEWS
30 PWA ZONE
35 SORRY, YOU CAN’T HAVE THAT
Making History at the Roadeo!
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SAVE THE DATE
2026 AORS TRADE SHOW
Renfrew County Road
Supervisors Association
JUNE 3–4, 2026
The 2025 AORS Municipal Public Works Trade Show, held June 4–5 at the Woodstock Fairgrounds in
partnership with the Oxford County Road Supervisors Association, was the largest in the event’s history.
With over 300 exhibitors and well over 2,000 attendees from across Ontario and beyond, the show
proved once again to be the premier gathering for municipal public works professionals, suppliers,
and industry leaders.
Jim Borton, CRS-S, Trade Show
Committee President, praised the
collaborative effort that made the
event such a success, “this year’s
trade show truly set a new standard.
The energy on the show floor was
incredible, and it was inspiring to see
the exchange of ideas, the innovative
products on display, and the
connections being made. Thank you
to every exhibitor, attendee, volunteer,
and partner who helped make this
AORS’ biggest and best show yet.”
The show featured live
demonstrations, including the
first-ever Battery Demonstration Booth
showcasing cutting-edge equipment
from STIHL, Greenworks, and Colvoy
Equipment. Networking opportunities
and product showcases kept the
fairgrounds buzzing throughout
the two-day event.
“This event is more than just an
exhibition—it’s where municipalities
and suppliers come together to share
knowledge, discover new technologies,
and build lasting relationships. The
feedback from attendees and
exhibitors has been overwhelmingly
positive, and we are already
looking forward to building on
this momentum,” says Dennis
O’Neil, CRS-S, AORS Member
Services Coordinator, who
emphasizes the importance of the
trade show to Ontario’s municipal
public works community.
AORS extends heartfelt thanks
to everyone who attended, exhibited,
and supported the 2025 show. Your
participation is what makes this event a
cornerstone of our association’s calendar
and a vital resource for our members.
The excitement is already building for
the 2026 AORS Municipal Public Works
Trade Show, hosted in partnership with
the Renfrew County Road Supervisors
Association, taking place
June 3–4, 2026, in Petawawa, Ontario.
Brad Faught, CRS-S, 2026 Trade
Show Committee President,
encourages everyone to mark their
calendars saying “Petawawa is ready
to welcome you! The 2026 show
promises to be another outstanding
event, with new features and the same
great networking opportunities our
attendees have come to expect.
Save the date—June 3–4, 2026—
and don’t miss it!”
With over 80% of booth space
already sold, exhibitors are encouraged
to book early to secure their spot. For
exhibitor information, contact the
AORS office at admin@aors.on.ca.
LOOKING BACK ON THE 2025 AORS TRADE SHOW AND WHAT LAYS AHEAD
Proudly Hosted By
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Ross Mckenzie Memorial Golf Tournament
This year, the Oxford County Road Supervisors Association hosted the
30th Anniversary of the Ross McKenzie Memorial Golf Tournament that
is hosted annually with the AORS Municipal Public Works Trade Show at
the beautiful Craigowan Golf Club in Woodstock, Ontario.
Ross McKenzie was a Roads Superintendent with the Township of Lobo
and the Township of West Nissouri. He was AORS’ very first full-time
Executive Director, when he suddenly passed away in 1993. Ross, and
Shirley Dufton, worked out of the AORS’ office, at 160 King Street in
Thorndale (Township of West Nissouri). Both split their time working for
AORS and the township.
We were pleased to be joined at the event by Ross’ family—his wife
Gayle, his sons Cam and Brent, and his grandson Charlie. Shirley Dufton
also attended the evening. Gayle was kind enough to bring along some
memorabilia that we put on display during the reception and supper for
guests to enjoy seeing the history of AORS during Ross’ tenure and all
enjoyed the evening sharing stories and memories of Ross.
Congratulations to the team from Innovative Surface Solutions who
won the Golf Tournament!
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2 Ross McKenzie Family
3 Gerald Simpson and Mike Ward
from Viking-Cives 4 Family and Innovative Solution
Winners
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2025
AORS ANNUAL TRUCK SAFETY ROADEO
The best of the best competed, and the results are in!At the AORS Provincial Safety
Truck Roadeo held on
September 24 in Beckwith
Township, Josh Cousins from the City
of St. Thomas was crowned “Top
Driver of the Year.” Taylor Blackburn
from Central Frontenac Township
earned first runner-up, while Jeff
Neilsen from the Municipality of Trent
Hills took home second runner-up.
The Roadeo, co-hosted by the
Association of Ontario Road Supervisors
(AORS) and the Lanark County Road
Supervisors Association (LCRSA),
brought together elite municipal
equipment operators from across
Ontario. Competitors had each earned
their place at the provincial level by first
winning local competitions, proving
their skill and commitment to safety
in their communities.
Participants were challenged to
complete a series of driving and safety
tests designed to mirror real-world
scenarios faced on Ontario’s roads.
Precision maneuvering, obstacle
navigation, and vehicle safety checks
all tested their abilities under pressure,
while showcasing the professionalism
and dedication municipal operators
bring to their work every day.
“This event celebrates the dedication
and expertise of municipal equipment
operators,” said Karla Musso Garcia,
CRS-I, President of AORS.
“Congratulations to all competitors—
your work keeps Ontario moving.”
Local hosts were equally proud to
welcome competitors, families, and
supporters to Lanark County. “On behalf
of the Lanark County Road Supervisors
Association, I want to sincerely thank
everyone who participated, volunteered,
and helped make this year’s Roadeo
such a success,” said Darwin Nolan,
CRS-S, AORS Representative for
LCRSA. “This event not only highlights
the skills of our operators but also
builds a sense of pride and camaraderie
across municipalities.”
The Roadeo is more than a
competition—it’s a celebration of the
men and women who keep Ontario’s
roads safe, year-round. Congratulations
to all participants on a job well done,
and especially to this year’s champions
who have set the bar for excellence in
municipal road operations.
Roadeo Champion Josh Cousins, City of St. Thomas
Ontario’s Top Municipal Equipment Operator Crowned at Provincial Safety Truck Roadeo
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Roadeo Winners: Left to Right, Jeff Neilsen from the Municipality of Trent Hills (Second Runner-Up), Josh Cousins from the
City of St. Thomas (Driver of the Year) and Taylor Blackburn from Central Frontenac Township (First Runner-Up)
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MAKING HISTORY AT THE ROADEO!
On August 21, the Transportation Professionals of Waterloo Region (TPOWR) hosted their annual municipal
equipment roadeo. Among the many skilled operators who put their abilities to the test, one competitor made
history. Darby Lehmann, an equipment operator with the Region of Waterloo, secured second place and earned the
honour of representing TPOWR at the 2025 AORS Provincial Roadeo in Beckwith Township this past September.
Darby’s achievement is groundbreaking—she is the first female operator to compete at the provincial level in the
long history of the AORS Roadeo. Her success not only highlights her own skill and dedication, but also serves as
an inspiration to other women considering careers in municipal public works.
We had the opportunity to sit down with Darby to learn more about her career path, what she loves about her
work, and what advice she has for others looking to follow in her footsteps.
Can you tell us a little about your background and how you first got into municipal public works?
I’m 26 and have been driving with a
DZ commercial license since 2018.
I began by delivering HVAC, plumbing
and electrical supplies to different job
sites, but after a few weeks of learning
and driving around with a coworker, the
company I worked for said I couldn’t
continue because I wasn’t 25. I was too
young to be covered by their insurance.
That’s when I started looking for a new
opportunity that would allow me at 19 to
drive a commercial vehicle and get more
experience. I first got into municipal work
with EMCON working on the highway.
What led you to pursue a role as
an equipment operator with the
Region of Waterloo?
I always wanted to work at the
Region, ever since I was 16. It’s an
amazing workplace because there
are always new opportunities
available, and the Region has
provided me the support I need
to grow as a person and as
a professional.
Congratulations on your incredible
finish at the TPOWR Roadeo! How
did it feel to place second and be
able to compete at the Provincials?
I’m excited to have this opportunity.
TPOWR and AORS have done an
amazing job organizing the roadeos.
It is such a neat way to bring municipal
workers together. I first heard about
the roadeos from my dad, who
competed in one 2 years ago and
works for Bruce County. He is their
grader operator in the summer and
plow/patroller in the winter. To say
he’s proud of me for having come in
second would be an understatement.
You’re making history as the first female operator to compete at the AORS Provincial Roadeo. What does that mean to you personally, and what do you hope it means for other women in public works?
I’m excited to represent The Region of
Waterloo at provincials alongside Kris,
who took the top spot. I’m grateful to be
representing not only the Region, but
my colleagues, especially the other
hard-working women. I’m hoping my
accomplishment helps motivate other
women in public works to try something
new, challenge themselves and show
everyone how capable they are.
Can you walk us through what it’s
like to compete in a Roadeo event?
What’s the most challenging part,
and what do you enjoy most?
For me, the Roadeo is a friendly
competition, but most importantly also
a way to test myself. Yes, there may be
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some bragging rights amongst
coworkers. But the best part is the
opportunity to meet new people from
other yards and laugh and joke around
and just have fun. It doesn’t matter
who you work for at the end of the
day, we all do the same jobs and when
it comes to plowing snow in the winter
there is nothing more important than
to know we all care for the public’s
safety when driving our roads.
What do you love most about your job as an equipment operator?
Personally, being 5’1 feet tall, it’s fun to
just drive a big piece of equipment,
whether it’s the loader or the plows.
Instead of playing in a 4-by-4-foot
sand box with Tonkas trucks, I actually
get to live the real-life version of it.
What are some of the biggest
challenges you face in your role,
and how do you overcome them?
My past jobs have helped shape me
and helped me adjust to working in
this field. In the past, it was very
difficult being a young, female driver.
I was overlooked and told I can’t do
something because of my size, or my
age, or because I’m a woman. This is
changing. Stereotypes are fading,
making work easier and more
welcoming, and allowing everyone to
stand out and prove themselves. I think
my ability to do my job well every day
helps overcome these difficulties and
I don’t face these challenges or
obstacles at the Region of Waterloo.
How has your team at the Region of Waterloo supported you in your career journey?
The Region does a great job of being
inclusive and making opportunities
available to everyone. Never once have
I felt uncomfortable or that my ability
was not good enough. I’m currently in
the Operation Program at the Region,
doing bridge washing in the spring
and during the summer we are crack
sealing on the roads. The people here
who I see more than my actual family,
have become a second family to me.
To go home stress free and wake up
in the mornings not dreading going to
work is the best.
Why do you think more women should consider a career in municipal public works?
If other women are thinking about
municipal work they should give it a
shot. There are tons of different job
options in municipal work. The Region
and Cities have different opportunities,
so there are so many options to find
your spot and something you enjoy.
It’s also a job with opportunities to
grow, starting off as a worker to
someday becoming a lead hand
and then supervisor.
What advice would you give to young women or girls who may be considering a future in this field?
The advice I would give would be the
same for anyone who is considering
working as an equipment operator.
Consider what you want out of a job,
and how it can fit with your life. Come
in with thick skin and a willingness to
learn. Then show people what you
can do and that you are good at it.
What does it mean to you to be a role model for other women entering the industry?
I am honoured to be a role model for
women in the industry, but truthfully
I wouldn’t be here if it wasn’t for the
amazing women I already work with
who have paved the way for me. I look
forward to being the first of many to
compete at provincials. All I can say is:
anything is possible, if you’re willing to
go through with it. You are your
biggest obstacle in life.
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ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
March 31, 2025
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1 Brian Anderson, CRS received his
Long Term Service Award for his
dedication to the road sector and
the AORS Certification Board.
2 Don Hamly, CRS-S, received his
Long Term Service Award with
his retirement notice from the
Township of Hamilton as the
Foreman of Road Operations.
3 Ron Cooper retired from the
Town of Hanover as the Director
of Public Works, and received his
Long Term Service Award.
4 Mark Bennett from the City of
London received his PWLDP
Certificate of Completion.
5 Sanford Clause, CRS-S from the
Oneida Nation of the Thames
received his PWLDP Certificate
of Completion.
6 James Lane, CRS-I from the Town
of Caledon received his PWLDP
Certificate of Completion.
7 Curtis O’Brien, CRS-I from the
United Counties of Leeds and
Grenville received his PWLDP
Certificate of Completion.
8 Dax McAllister, CRS-S from the
City of Greater Sudbury received
his PWLDP Certificate of
Completion.
9 Jamie Simpson, CRS from the
Municipality of Chatham-Kent
received his PWLDP Certificate
of Completion.
10 Brad Wilson, Assoc R.S. from the
City of Belleville received his
PWLDP Certificate of Completion.
11 John Rivers from Cedar Signs was
awarded the Larry Maddeaux
Volunteer of the Year Award for his
dedication to local associations,
including his work putting together
trade show brochures like the one
from the recent 2025 Oxford
County trade show.
12 Dave Lukezich, Assoc R.S. was
awarded the Marvin D. Halladay
Education Award for having the
highest mark in all eight modules
of the Public Works Leadership
Development Program (PWLDP).
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Thank you to everyone who attended AORS
Annual General Meeting in conjunction with the
Good Roads Conference on Monday March 31,
2025. For the second year in a row, we had over
200 people in attendance! In addition to normal
business, a number of members were recognized
including the graduates of the Public Works
Leadership Development Program (PWLDP), the
winner of the Marvin D. Halladay Memorial
Education Award, recipients of the Long Term
Service Awards and the winner of the Larry
Maddeaux Volunteer of the Year Award.
President Karla Musso-Garcia, CRS-I was joined by her husband, children, brother
and parents to cheer for her as she was inducted as President!
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YOUR AORS 2025 EXECUTIVE
At the AGM in March, your new
AORS Executive was announced.
Your Executive L-R: Immediate Past
President Joe Reid, CRS-S (District 8
Road Supervisors Association),
2nd Vice President Jim Borton,
CRS-S (Oxford County Road
Supervisor Association), President
Karla Musso-Garcia, CRS-I (Simcoe
County Road Supervisors Association)
and 1st Vice President Cyrus Rife,
CRS-I (Transportation Professionals
of Waterloo Region).
At our 2025 Annual General Meeting, we took a meaningful
step in ensuring that one such extraordinary volunteer is never
forgotten. Moving forward, the AORS Volunteer of the Year Award
will be known as the Larry Maddeaux Volunteer of the Year Award.
Larry Maddeaux, CRS-I is more than just a volunteer; he is a
mentor, a leader, and a tireless advocate for AORS and the
people behind it. His contributions to AORS are immeasurable,
from mentoring new members, being the Spotlight Committee
Co-Chair, to being the face of AORS at events that strengthened
our network across Ontario. He embodies the very spirit of
service that this award represents.
By renaming this award in his honor, we ensure that Larry’s passion
lives on—not just in name, but in the continued spirit of volunteerism
he so deeply values. To every volunteer who follows in his footsteps,
this award will serve as a reminder of what true dedication looks like.
Thank you, Larry, for everything you have done. And thank you
to all of our volunteers—past, present, and future—who help
make AORS the strong and supportive organization it is today.
Good RoadsConference 2026
March 29— April 01, 2026Ideas. Inspirations.Contacts.
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LARRY MADDEAUX VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR AWARD
Larry Maddeaux,
CRS-I and Past
President Greg
Demers, CRS-S
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SPOTLIGHT
Get ready to start raking leaves
and putting away all that
summer lawn furniture you
just pulled out, because fall is just
around the corner and the campaign
to launch the 40th edition of that most
useful and trusting Municipal Magazine
“Spotlight” has begun.
Yes, if you missed out renewing
your ad in time to be entered into the
draw that was held on Sept. 11th, you
will probably be contacted by one of
our professional and knowledgeable
committee members very soon.
I would like to take a moment and
congratulate Cornell Construction
Limited, a dedicated Spotlight Supplier
member since 1992, for renewing their
ad at the 2025 Trade Show before it
ended and successfully won the free
Trade Show booth in next year's
2026 Show in Petawawa.
Again, this year Derek Scholten of
Colvoy Equipment, my co-chair and I
would be very disappointed if any of
our loyal supplier members missed
out on the opportunity to advertise
their services and/or products in what
I would like to believe is one of the
most valuable pieces of equipment
a Municipal employee needs in the
office or their vehicle.
It is my sincere hope that this
40th edition will break the record
for the number of ads, as we have
a great team of very dedicated
committee members. My call for
new members at our last meeting
did not fall on deaf ears.
Dan O’Brien from Creighton
Rock Drill, Kyle Boulet from Amaco
Construction (replacing Larry
Andrews), Shawn Blackmore from
Charles Jones Industrial, Chris Mantha
CRS-S from Petawawa, and Mike
Fletcher CRS-I from Niagara Region,
all came on board as new committee
members with Don Hamly CRS-S and
Kyle Lewis stepping down. We thank
Larry, Don, and Kyle for their support
on the committee. Check out our full
list of committee members in the
front of the book as well as our
special new advertiser’s page.
November comes as quickly as
summer disappeared, so get online
and fill out our easy-to-use Fillable
Spotlight Form and miss out on all the
annoying emails and phone calls from
our numerous committee members.
Remember you not only get your
ad placed in a plastic spiral bound,
4000 copy, Canadian Produced and
Printed, easily read, high quality, gloss
hardcover magazine, at a very
reasonable price, but for no extra cost
you get included in the Spotlight
Searchable Online Directory and your
ad placed in a very impressive online
flipbook version on the AORS website.
This online flipbook version has the
look and feel of the hardcopy but with
individual ads hyperlinked from the
index pages. It also has a database,
searchable by company name,
product, or keywords.
In closing I would like to thank all
our supplier members especially those
that have been with Spotlight since
1987. Champion Equipment, Den-Mar
Brines, Spriet Associates, Valley
Blades, and Viking-Cives Group.
I only have a limited space so please
take a moment and check the entire
list of Long Term Advertisers in the
front of the book and remember when
dealing with any or all of our suppliers
let them know- “YOU SAW THEIR AD
IN THE NEWEST EDITION OF
SPOTLIGHT”
Every September, we draw a prize for a $1,000 gift card of your choice
for any member who brings in a new Spotlight ad. This year, the winner
was Larry Maddeaux! Spotlight Co-Chair Derek Scholton from Colvoy
Equipment presented Larry with his gift card, so he can get a new BBQ!
Remember, you don’t need to be a Spotlight Committee member to
be added to the draw—just make sure your name is listed as the AORS
Representative on their Spotlight application!
Larry Maddeaux , CRS-I
Spotlight Committee Co-chair
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MEET THE NEWEST AORS BOARD MEMBERS
David Moncion, CRS-I Public Works Supervisor for the Township of Sables-Spanish Rivers
David started his municipal career
in 2007 as an intern Project
Coordinator for the Township of
Sables-Spanish Rivers and was first
introduced to AORS for the first
time participating in LA meetings
with the Manitoulin & Northshore
Road Supervisors Association. In
2007 he attained his OACETT C.
Tech designation. From 2013 to 2019
he became Manager of Public
Works for the Township of Larder
Lake. In 2018 he achieved his CRS-I
designation with AORS, and his
CMM III with an Infrastructure
Specialist enhancement with
Ontario Municipal Managers
Institute in collaboration with
Ontario Good Roads. In 2024 he
returned to where his municipal
career had started, becoming the
Public Works Supervisor for the
Township of Sables-Spanish Rivers.
In 2025 he was nominated President
and AORS Representative for the
Manitoulin & Northshore Road
Supervisors Association.
Kate Walkom Supervisor of Traffic Safety & Operations for the Town of Georgina
I’m the Supervisor of Traffic Safety
& Operations for the Town of Georgina
where I lead programs that focus on
improving road safety, active
transportation, and municipal
operations. My journey in public
works began over a decade ago
as a university student working in
Operations for the City of Pickering,
and I’ve been passionate about
municipal service ever since.
I hold a Masters degree in
Bioenvironmental Monitoring &
Assessment from Trent University and
a Bachelor of Science in Environmental
Sciences from the University of Guelph.
I look forward to pursuing professional
designations like CRS-I that will deepen
my understanding of municipal
operations and help me continue
growing as a leader in traffic safety
and public works.
I live in York Region with my
husband and our three kids. Being
part of the York Region Roads
Supervisors Association as both
Director and Secretary has been a
great experience, and I’m excited
to collaborate with Board Members
across Ontario and contribute to
the AORS team.
Ann Carr Nipissing Road Association
My grandfather was on council in
Monteagle Township, now Hastings
Highlands, for 18 years. Although I did
not expect to follow in his footsteps,
my upbringing provided a deep-
rooted sense of community.
I began my municipal career in
the Township of Bonfield where I
was given opportunity to learn the
industry and the importance of
working in my community. Eleven
years later I am currently the Public
Works Superintendent in the
Municipality of Calvin. Working in
Public Works in small communities
such as Bonfield and Calvin, means
that roads is not all I am responsible
for. The position also entails waste
management, parks and recreation,
as well as cemeteries. Having the
ability to manage diverse
responsibilities provides a strong
sense of community as well as an
opportunity to be committed to
public service.
I am proud to represent the
Nipissing Road Association on
the Board of Directors with AORS
where I can contribute to advancing
the professional standards and
supporting public works
professionals across the province
of Ontario.
Your AORS Representative brings forward your
concerns, questions and ideas to the Board of
Directors, so be sure to reach out to them!
Welcome to our new Directors.
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After what felt like a never-ending winter, we shook off the cold,
and before we knew it, we were deep in tree and road maintenance
projects and are now already preparing for fall and winter again. With
so many events along the way, summer seemed to pass in the blink
of an eye. As we turn into fall, our members’ focus is on ensuring our
roads, equipment, and teams are ready for what’s ahead.
Being a public works professional
is more than a job, it is an important
part of a community and in the current
state of the daily news that can feel
divisive and uncertain, our profession
provides something steady: safety,
stability, and connection to the
communities we serve. We build, we
maintain, we quietly hold communities
together, often behind the scenes, out
of the spotlight, but always making a
real difference. And I know I would
hear from Larry Maddeaux, CRS-I if
I didn’t clarify that you should be in
SPOTLIGHT, remember to reach out
to Larry for details!
As Past President Joe Reid,
CRS-S said, we are "Public Works
Superheroes." Not because we
occasionally pull off what at times
can feel like miracles when we are in
the thick of it, but because what we
do is essential and we lead our teams
to do it with pride.
This year so far has been especially
meaningful to me as AORS’s first female
president. I’ve had the privilege of
seeing the association’s strength and
opportunities firsthand. Together, we’ve
continued to lay a strong foundation
through the development of a new
constitution, a new Strategic Plan,
Corporate processes reviews, enhanced
outreach, and the continued focus on
enhancing training programs all
designed to support our members and
ensure AORS thrives well into the future.
We’ve also celebrated milestones that
reflect the growth in our industry and
association. For the first time in our
Provincial Roadeo, we had a female
competitor, Darby Lehmann representing
TPOWR competed at this year’s
Provincial Roadeo. Her participation
is not just a first, it is an inspiration,
showing talent and opportunity within
our association. Our board also now has
three female directors including Ann Carr
from Nipissing Road Association and
Kate Walkom from York Region Road
Supervisors Association. As well, we
are growing and bringing on new
local associations.
This year was filled with loss and
legacy as we continue to honor those
who paved the way. The leadership
of past presidents, including the late
Paul Dalton, Brian Kral, and Ross
MacKenzie continues to be evident as
they continue to guide us through our
mentorships, collaboration, and strong
foundation. Legacy was also felt at this
year’s AORS Tradeshow and events,
held in Oxford County which was
bursting with energy and the public
works spirit. From being able to
honour Ross MacKenzie again with his
family present at the golf tournament,
to the exchange of knowledge and
ideas from vendors and students that
will carry us well into the year ahead.
Amazing record setting show from Jim
Borton, CRS-S and the Oxford County
Road Supervisors Association team!
My environmental mindset continues
to be a key part of our work and
partnerships. From highlighting
the great products our vendor
members provide, to the practices
we use daily, to initiatives training
and funding opportunities; we are
maintaining sustainable communities
with innovative grassroots problem
solving our members are known for.
And yes, after the ice storm this past
spring that left so many communities
damaged, some of us got more
“hands-on” environmental exposure
than expected.
As a wonderful man once said,
“The future is bright for AORS”, and
with trees constantly being on my
mind as of late, I see our work like
planting trees for the long term:
we are not only planting the seeds,
we are growing strong roots now,
so that future generations can enjoy
the shade, stability, and community
we’ve built together. Programs like
the Municipal Public Works Operator
Program and the demand for these
opportunities is overwhelming, and
as our summer students return to
school, remember we are already
nurturing the next generation of
professionals, bringing fresh ideas,
energy, and enthusiasm to
municipalities across Ontario.
We are entering a chapter full of
growth, opportunity, and collaboration,
where together as leaders in the
industry, we’re planting roots that will
support our association and the public
works community for years to come,
roots so strong even the wildest ice
storms can’t knock them over. I’m
proud to be part of this team and
grateful for each of the public works
professionals, the people who show
up, roll up their sleeves, and make
the tough jobs look easy. Public works
isn’t glamorous, but it matters every
day to everyone, and I wouldn’t want
to do it with anyone else. Here’s to
keeping our roads safe, our teams
strong, our trees growing, and our
collaboration as neighbours, always
along the way, cause we all know it’s
those small moments that make the
biggest difference.
Sincerely,
Karla Musso-Garcia, CRS-I
President, Association of Ontario
Road Supervisors (AORS)
PRESIDENT’SMessage
2025 President Karla Musso-Garcia, CRS-I
AORS ADVANCE FALL 202514
On September 11, the AORS Board of Directors,
staff, and supplier members were warmly welcomed
to the Transportation Professionals of Waterloo
Region (TPOWR) area by 1st Vice President Cyrus
Rife, CRS-I, for the Annual Supplier–Director Meeting
and an afternoon of networking.
The day began with the Annual Past Presidents
Advisory Committee Meeting, where AORS Past
Presidents came together to reconnect, share their
experience, and provide valuable guidance to the
current Executive. Their continued engagement
helps ensure that AORS remains strong and
forward-thinking.
From there, the focus shifted to our valued Supplier
members. The open dialogue allowed both AORS
leadership and suppliers to explore how we can
continue working together to better support our
local associations and communities across Ontario.
After a productive morning, it was time to relax
and network. Attendees enjoyed their choice of
activities: a round of golf at the scenic Grey Silo
Golf Club, or a guided bus tour with stops at some
of Waterloo Region’s highlights, including the St.
Jacobs Farmers’ Market, Murphy’s Law Distillery,
and Rural Roots Brewery.
Reflecting on the event, Cyrus Rife shared, “it was
an absolute pleasure to host the AORS Board, staff,
and suppliers here in the beautiful Waterloo Region.
We are proud of everything our community has to
offer, and it was wonderful to share that with
colleagues while building relationships that
strengthen AORS as a whole.”
The day was a great reminder of the value of
collaboration—bringing together the wisdom of our
past leaders, the innovation of our suppliers, and the
commitment of our Board and staff to support the
future of municipal public works in Ontario.
continued
update
AORS Board and Suppliers Gather in Waterloo Region for Annual Meeting and Networking
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During the Suppliers-Director meeting,
Past-President Joe Reid, CRS-S and
1st Vice-President Cyrus Rife, CRS-I completed
a 50/50 draw to raise money for The Food Bank
of Waterloo Region. $330 was donated, providing
660 meals to the Waterloo Region!
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On July 2, 2025, I appeared before the Ontario Standing Committee for Heritage, Infrastructure and
Cultural Policy to speak in favour of Bill 9 on behalf of our AORS members. While the need for Bill 9 has
become increasingly important, the Bill presented by the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing Rob
Flack, does not go far enough to protect municipal staff. Below you will find the comments I provided
to the Standing Committee with our recommendations.
Good afternoon Chair and
Members of the Committee,
Thank you for the opportunity to
speak with you today regarding Bill 9.
My name is Kelly Elliott, and I am
speaking to you representing the
Association of Ontario Road
Supervisors. I am here to voice strong
support for this Bill on behalf of AORS,
and to advocate for the critical
improvements still needed to protect
municipal staff across Ontario.
I would first like to extend my
thanks to the Honourable Minister
of Municipal Affairs and Housing
for once again bringing forward
legislation to strengthen codes of
conduct for municipal elected
officials. This is not the first time
legislation has been introduced, and
the persistence to address this
longstanding issue is appreciated.
But let me be clear: the municipal
employees across Ontario that AORS
represents, do not have the same
rights to a safe and respectful
workplace as any other worker in this
province does. They are expected to
work under the authority of elected
officials—mayors, councillors, reeves—
who can commit acts of abuse,
harassment, or discrimination without
meaningful consequences.
Unlike in the private sector or broader
public service, there is no mechanism
for removal of elected officials whose
behaviour is egregious or violent. There
is no protection from retaliation for
those who report misconduct, and there
is no safety net for staff trying to do the
right thing by speaking up.
Right now, the only consequence for
an elected official who retaliates against
a staff member for filing a complaint is...
another Integrity Commissioner
complaint. There are no real safeguards,
no whistleblower protection, and no
assurance that their jobs, their mental
health, or that their safety will be
preserved. This is unacceptable.
Bill 9 takes an important step in
recognizing that gaps exist. But it must
go further, particularly when it comes to
enabling the removal of officials found
to have committed serious acts of
harassment or violence.
Previous versions of this legislation
proposed a judicial review process,
which added a layer of independence
and fairness. That safeguard is
missing in Bill 9. Instead, the current
version returns the decision to
municipal councils—many of which
are rife with political alliances or
fear of setting precedent.
If Council is to retain this authority,
then at a minimum, the threshold for
removal should be changed from
unanimous consent to two-thirds
support. Otherwise, a single
colleague can shield an abuser
from consequences.
Beyond that, having the decision
for removal to go back to Council is
not best practice. We believe the
government must establish a provincial
Integrity Commissioner Panel—an
independent body of qualified
professionals who can oversee the
most serious cases with transparency
and objectivity instead of only the
Provincial Integrity Commissioner. This
distributes power at this level, helping
to support a fair and balanced expert
recommendation on any Code violation.
Council should be removed completely,
as relying on local councils to be the last
standing tier for the adjudication the
most severe breaches of conduct is
neither fair to victims nor effective in
delivering accountability.
In addition, we urge the
Committee to consider these nine
critical recommendations:
BEING AN ELECTED OFFICIAL IS NOT A SHIELD TO PERPETRATE ABUSE
BY KELLY ELLIOTT,
MARKETING AND
COMMUNICATIONS
SPECIALIST
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1. Whistleblower protection: Municipal employees
must be able to report misconduct without fear of
losing their jobs or being targeted. Protection must
be embedded in the legislation.
2. A duty to report: Safe workplaces are everyone’s
responsibility. All municipal officials and staff should
be required to report known or suspected abuses.
3. Include workplace discrimination as a specific
violation in Codes of Conduct. Discrimination—
whether based on gender, race, disability, or any
other protected ground—is a form of abuse, and
must be treated as such.
4. Prioritize egregious acts of violence, harassment,
and abuse that create a hostile workplace and pose
a safety risk to others. These cases must move to
the front of the line and be resolved swiftly.
5. Strengthen penalties: Any councillor removed for
a serious code violation should be ineligible to run
again for at least two full terms, and must disclose
their prior removal when seeking future office.
6. Expand penalty options: If removal isn’t
actioned, there must be a menu of alternative
penalties available—greater than simple
reprimands or suspensions of pay. Consequences
must be proportionate and enforceable.
7. Dismissal of frivolous complaints: Integrity
Commissioners must have clear authority with
specific provisions to dismiss frivolous or vexatious
complaints, so the process remains focused and fair.
8. Minimum standards for Integrity Commissioners:
All ICs should be required to meet consistent
professional qualifications and training to ensure
consistent application of the code and public trust.
9. Automatic leave for criminal charges: If a councillor
is charged with assault, they should be placed on
leave—just like we expect for police officers,
firefighters, teachers, or any other public servant.
If convicted, removal should be automatic. It’s a
basic standard of integrity for holding public office.
In closing, the role of a councillor is a privilege.
It is not a shield for the perpetration of abuse.
Municipal employees deserve dignity, safety, and
respect—just like every other worker in this province.
Let’s not allow loopholes, politics, or outdated
processes to prevent that any longer.
Thank you for your time.
MARK CUSACK,
markc@mpeshows.com
506.333.1064
ANDREW BURNS,
andrewb@mpeshows.com
506.300.4118
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BY MONIKA PINEDA,
COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER,
MUNICIPALITY OF CENTRAL ELGIN
The Municipality of Central
Elgin recently toured the
Trackless Vehicles plant in
Courtland, Ontario, to see first-hand
how the Municipality’s recently
purchased Trackless MT7 municipal
tractor was built.
For Central Elgin, Trackless
equipment is more than machinery;
it powers the daily services residents
rely on. These versatile units are used
year-round for winter sidewalk plowing,
sweeping, mowing around guardrails,
and even managing invasive
phragmites. When our 2010 Trackless
sidewalk machine, with 2,500 operating
hours, began experiencing significant
engine issues, it became clear the unit
had reached the end of its service life.
Since most machines last 10 to 15 years,
depending on maintenance and
operating conditions, replacing the
2010 unit was timely and necessary.
Purchasing a new municipal tractor
is a major investment. During the plant
tour, Mayor Andrew Sloan and staff
gained valuable insight into how the
equipment is built and the rigorous
quality standards behind each unit.
Trackless Vehicles Manufacturing Facility
The Courtland plant spans 110,000
square feet on 28 acres and has been
operating since 2002. It features
CNC machines, robotic welding, laser
cutting, and an in-house paint line to
ensure precision and quality. The
assembly line is designed for both
safety and productivity, and a
500-horsepower Cummins generator
maintains uninterrupted operations
during power outages. Trackless
Vehicles continues to invest in its
infrastructure, including a
10,000-square-foot warehouse
expansion in 2017 to support growth
and production capacity. Seeing the
production process firsthand helps
staff make informed decisions about
fleet maintenance, replacement
cycles, and long-term investments.
Ensuring Value in Municipal Fleet Investments
This kind of due diligence reflects
our broader responsibility as stewards
of public funds. Every dollar we
invest in fleet replacement must
balance fiscal responsibility with
service reliability. Residents may only
see the final product and the service
provided—the plow clearing a sidewalk
after a winter storm or the tractor
mowing roadside grass—but behind
that service is a long chain of
decisions, partnerships, and factors
that influence cost and availability.
In today’s climate, those factors
increasingly extend beyond Canadian
borders. International trade agreements
and tariffs have added new layers of
complexity to equipment procurement.
Even when prioritizing Canadian-made
products, specialized machinery often
relies on globally sourced components,
making it essential for public works
professionals to understand how these
supply chains function and how they
can affect local budgets.
Central Elgin’s investment in a
new Trackless MT7 not only ensures
reliable service delivery but also
supports a local Ontario-based
manufacturer. It’s an example of
how municipalities can balance the
immediate needs of their community
with long-term planning, global
awareness, and financial stewardship.
For public works, equipment is
about trust. Trust that sidewalks will
be safe in winter, roads will be
maintained in summer, and tax dollars
are spent wisely. By understanding
the equipment we purchase and the
facilities that produce it, we reinforce
that trust, ensure fiscal responsibility,
and maintain the dependable public
services our communities expect.
FROM FACTORY FLOOR TO MUNICIPAL FLEET
Central Elgin Tours Trackless Vehicles Plant
Pictured (Left–Right ): Joe Lampert, Sales
Representative, Work Equipment Ltd.; Cindy
Vermeer, Senior Engineering Technologist,
Municipality of Central Elgin; Alex Piggott,
Manager of Water, Wastewater and Roads
Operations, Municipality of Central Elgin;
Andrew Sloan, Mayor of Central Elgin; and Kevin
Luckhardt, Sales Representative & Factory
Support, Trackless Vehicles.
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As we prepare for another winter and another pothole season that will set in, Canadians
will once again find themselves questioning the state of our roads. While the freeze-thaw
cycle is a natural culprit, the inconsistency in how we design and build roads across our
cities is a problem entirely of our own making.
In Canada, every municipality
is responsible for its own road
design specifications. This
might seem like a technical
nuance, but it has real and costly
consequences. Contractors
bidding on public works projects
must constantly adjust to unique
local specifications, even when
working just a few kilometres
apart. What’s worse, these micro-
differences create barriers to trade
and mobility not just between
provinces—but within them.
In no other sector do we tolerate
this level of fragmentation.
Compare that to the United
States, where state departments
of transportation (DOTs) set
standardized design frameworks.
Municipalities build within them.
This alignment fosters
competition, creates efficiencies,
and reduces costs—an approach
we would do well to emulate.
One of the clearest examples
is asphalt design. In Ontario
alone, municipalities use varying
standards for mix types,
materials, and performance
expectations. By harmonizing
asphalt specifications across
jurisdictions, we can unlock
measurable cost savings for
cities and better value for
taxpayers. Contractors would
no longer need to retool
operations for every municipal
job, saving time and money.
Material producers could achieve
economies of scale. And most
importantly, roads would be built
to consistent, high-performance
standards that stand up better
over time.
There’s also a broader
economic benefit. In a global
environment increasingly shaped
by volatility—think supply chain
disruptions and tariffs under
Trump-era trade policy—Canada
must look inward to improve
productivity and reduce self-
imposed inefficiencies.
Harmonizing road design is
low-hanging fruit.
The potential payoff is
significant. A standardized
approach would support job
creation by making it easier for
contractors to operate across
municipal borders. It would
increase project completeness
and delivery speed by reducing
confusion and design rework.
It would allow municipal
staff to focus more on asset
management and less on
custom engineering. And
critically, it would stretch limited
infrastructure dollars further
at a time when cities across the
country are facing mounting
fiscal pressures.
We’re not talking about
handing all authority over to
upper levels of government.
Municipalities should retain
control over priorities and
investments. But when it comes
to how we design the roads
themselves, adopting shared
technical standards—just like we
do with the national building
code—is simply common sense.
Canadians deserve durable
roads, efficient use of their tax
dollars, and a construction sector
that is built to compete. As another
winter gives way to the cracks and
craters of spring, let’s not just
patch our roads—let’s fix the way
we build them in the first place.
BY STEVEN CROMBIE, SENIOR
DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS AT
THE ONTARIO ROAD BUILDERS’
ASSOCIATION.
It’s Time to Harmonize How We Build Roads in Canada
AORS ADVANCE FALL 202520
Paul joined the AORS Board of Directors
representing Lambton County Road
Supervisors Association in 2000, and
served as their representative until 2023.
Paul served as the President for two
consecutive years in 2004 and 2005.
Paul worked at the Township of Dawn-
Euphemia for over 45 years and dedicated
himself to the residents. "He was more
than just a colleague to his work family—
he was a trusted friend, a local legend,
and someone who would drop everything
to lend a hand. He was well known for his
colorful expressions and sharp sense of
humor, always bringing laughter and light
to those around him. His absence leaves
a void not only in the Township but in the
hearts of all who had the honor of knowing
him," says Mayor Alan Broad from the
Township of Dawn-Euphemia.
Paul passed away suddenly on
April 16, 2025.
REMEMBERING PAUL DALTON
Brian Kral served as President of the
Association of Ontario Road Supervisors
in 2013, and was a dedicated Director
on the Board.
Brian dedicated his career to public
service with the City of Thunder Bay,
where he worked in Public Works for
over 30 years, ultimately as Supervisor
of Maintenance Operations, Roads North
before retiring in 2016. He was known
for his professionalism, mentorship, and
commitment to strengthening Ontario's
municipal public works community.
As President of AORS, Brian championed
training, collaboration, and the value of
the Certified Road Supervisor designation,
inspiring others to take pride in their
profession.
REMEMBERING BRIAN KRAL
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Family and Community
As I previewed the articles for this
edition of the newsletter, I noticed a
recurring theme: the importance of
family and community. In the 13 years
that I’ve been Executive Director of
AORS, I’ve been reminded many times
of the importance of community and
family. Not just in general terms, but
specifically as it applies to our
members. The men and women who
make it their mission to ensure the
roads and other critical infrastructure
that their communities depend upon
are constructed and maintained to
standards that ensure a level of safety
and quality of life that so many of us
take for granted. As populations age
and as they migrate from urban to rural
municipalities, expectations change.
So do the demands on our members.
They, and their staff, would not be
able to deliver these services if it wasn’t
for the support and sacrifices of their
own families. The long hour and
the 3 a.m. call-ins. The extreme
weather events and the emergency
declarations. Not to mention the
casual encounters at the grocery
store with concerned citizens who
expect better service.
This is the third year that AORS has
been participating in the Level Up
Skilled Trades Career Fairs across
Ontario. Not to mention other local
career fairs hosted by municipalities.
I’ve participated in several, and I’m
always surprised at how many young
people who stop at our booth have no
idea what public works is, let alone the
critical role it plays in making their
communities livable. What can we do
to ensure the communities where we
work and live understand and
appreciate the important roles our
members play? And how do we
convince families to instill that passion
in their children, and encourage them
to pursue a career in public works?
While each of us has our immediate
family to lean on, we also belong to
families in the broader sense, such as
the municipality or company that you
work for, or the Local Association you
belong to. In my case that includes the
AORS staff, a small but dedicated team
that works diligently to support our
members. It also includes the AORS
Board of Directors, a devoted group of
volunteers who commit their own
personal time to represent their Local
Association members at the provincial
level, and provide leadership and
oversight on behalf of their members.
And of course, all AORS members are
part of a large family that supports one
another, whether it means sharing best
practices or sharing resources.
As families and communities grow,
they become more diverse. AORS is
no exception. While most of our
members share many common roles
and responsibilities, they vary based
on several factors, such as large vs
small municipalities, rural vs urban,
northern vs. southern, and different
demographics. How does AORS find
the common ground that brings our
members together? At their September
meeting, the AORS Board of Directors
approved a new Strategic Plan for
2026–2030: named The Future is
Bright for AORS, a phrase frequently
used by the late Paul Dalton. The
plan was developed by bringing our
directors and members from across
the province together, to share and
prioritize their concerns and
challenges, and brainstorm
strategies to deal with them.
In closing, family and community
are the drivers for so much of what
our members do. And I’m honoured
to be part of the AORS family.
John Maheu
Executive Director
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR’S MESSAGE
As families and communities grow,
they become more diverse. AORS
is no exception. While most of our
members share many common roles
and responsibilities, they vary based on
several factors, such as large vs small
municipalities, rural vs urban, northern
vs. southern, and different demographics.”
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The Municipality of North
Middlesex is currently
completing the Parkhill Lagoon
Desludging Project, an important
investment in the community’s
water and wastewater
infrastructure.
This preventative maintenance project
involves removing built-up sludge
from the lagoon system to improve
efficiency, protect local waterways,
add additional housing capacity, and
ensure reliable long-term service for
residents. By acting now, North
Middlesex is taking proactive steps to
safeguard the environment and extend
the lifespan of critical infrastructure.
“I want to thank the Canada
Mortgage and Housing Corporation
for their support, as well as our
contractor, consultant, and the
entire project team for their hard
work in making the Parkhill Lagoon
Desludging Project a success. By
maintaining the lagoon today, we’re
protecting our local waterways and
making sure Parkhill residents can
count on reliable service for years to
come, while doing our part to support
ongoing housing development.”
Said Samuel Shannon, Director
of Infrastructure and Operations.
“Routine desludging is essential
to maintaining the efficiency and
longevity of our infrastructure.
It not only prevents blockages and
environmental hazards but also
ensures safe and reliable service
for our communities.” Said Faishal
Diwan, Manager of Infrastructure.
Work is nearly completed at the
Parkhill Lagoon, with minimal
disruption expected for local residents.
Regular lagoon maintenance projects
such as this one play a key role in
ensuring that municipal wastewater
systems continue to operate effectively
and meet environmental standards.
DESLUDGING IN NORTH MIDDLESEX
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BY TOM MCLEOD, DIRECTOR OF
PUBLIC WORKS, SEGUIN TOWNSHIP
Seguin Township is a thriving
municipality located in the regional
district of Parry Sound with a
deep commitment to prioritizing the
environment. Seguin has a strong
working relationship with the UNESCO
designated Georgian Bay Mnidoo Gamii
Biosphere (GBB) and Generations
Effect, the consulting social enterprise of
GBB. Generations Effect (GenE) offers
services that advance ecosystem health,
collaborative partnerships, climate and
energy solutions, and contributes to the
financial sustainability of GBB as a
non-profit registered charity.
One of the most successful
collaborations to date was inspired
by events related to the pandemic,
when grassy areas at Seguin Township
transfer stations became overgrown,
revealing an abundance of native
wildflowers. Ratepayers, known to
have a passion for the natural features
of Seguin Township, did not complain
about the overgrowth. In fact, the
Township received compliments from
ratepayers and others in response
to this ‘return to nature.’ This happy
discovery inspired collaboration on a
robust native species planting project!
Seguin Township, like all
municipalities, must cut back roadside
growth to enhance visibility and safety.
Unfortunately, this work causes
significant wildflower loss. Inspired
by the wildflower growth at transfer
sites, Generations Effect and Seguin
Township launched a planting project
that for the last two years, has led to
native species plantings at several of
Seguin’s transfer sites, cemeteries and
other public spaces in the spirit of
keeping strong wildflower stock present.
One benefit of these designated areas is
the higher quality milkweed for monarch
butterflies that can grow in these
protected spots. Milkweed on roadsides
can often get covered in dust and
calcium and draws monarchs closer
to threats of collision with cars.
Native plants matter because they
occur naturally in a region, having
co-adapted to local conditions
alongside other native species, such
as pollinators, that rely on them.
Across Ontario there are thousands
of pollinator species that play a vital
role in supporting the overall health of
ecosystems and other species, as well
as producing many different food crops
that people depend upon. But
pollinator species are in serious decline,
in part due to habitat loss. Native plants
are the safest bet when it comes to
creating habitat for pollinators!
For the Seguin projects, native
plants were sourced by GenE from
Grow Wild, a native plant nursery in
Ontario (https://www.
nativeplantnursery.ca/). Species
were selected based on hardiness
(ensuring minimal water is needed
to get established), and a variety of
bloom types and timing, serving both
aesthetic and pollinator needs.
Hundreds of individual flowers,
ferns, and shrubs have been planted,
such as: asters, milkweeds, wild
columbine, black-eyed Susan, and
dogwoods. After planting, the sites are
staked and small signs put in place.
Already success is visible as mature
plants establish and flower each year!
GBB provides a number of free
resources to support natural habitat
in the Biosphere region, along the
eastern shores of Georgian Bay,
such as a “Best for the Biosphere”
list, and a “Planting for Pollinators”
guidebook available online (https://
georgianbaybiosphere.com/
conservation-guides/#plants).
For more information, visit:
»www.seguin.ca
»www.georgianbaybiosphere.com
»www.generationseffect.com
Protecting The Environment in Seguin Township
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It’s not often you find both a father
and son actively involved in different
local road associations, but for my
Dad and me, it's been a unique and
meaningful part of our professional
lives. What makes it even more special
is the way he’s passed the torch, not
just in terms of career experience, but
in his passion for the connections and
camaraderie that come from being
involved in organizations like AORS.
Growing up, I watched my Dad build strong
relationships through the courses, trade
shows, and events held by his local association.
He often talked about how valuable those
connections were not just for learning and
development, but for sharing ideas, solving
common challenges, and being part of a
community that truly understands the
demands of the job.
Now, as he is near retirement, I find
myself walking a similar path. Being involved
in my own association has given me the
chance to experience firsthand the benefits
he always spoke about. Whether it's golf
tournaments, technical training, or trade
shows, these events are more than just dates
on a calendar, they’re opportunities to grow,
collaborate, and carry on a tradition that’s
served our industry well for generations.
What makes this journey even more
meaningful is getting to spend time together
on a personal level, doing what we both love
on a professional level. Sharing that common
passion has brought us even closer, and created
memories that go beyond the job itself.
My Dad has always believed in giving back
and helping the next group of public works
professionals feel welcomed and supported.
That’s a value I intend to carry forward. It's been
a privilege to continue what he started, and I’m
proud to be part of a new generation working to
build on the foundation he and so many others
helped establish.
A FAMILY LEGACY IN THE AORS LOCAL ASSOCIATIONS A FATHER AND SON'S JOURNEY THROUGH THE AORS COMMUNITY
BY MIKE FLETCHER CRS-I
NIAGARA ROADS SUPERVISOR
ASSOCIATION (INCLUDING
HIS DAD, JOHN FLETCHER—
BRANT COUNTY ROAD
SUPERVISORS ASSOCIATION)
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AORS Winner
Aaron Hatton, CRS was the winner of the YETI
cooler at the AORS Hospitality Suite during the
Good Roads Conference. Aaron is presented the
cooler by 2nd Vice-President Jim Borton, CRS-S.
A huge thank you to Jeff Convey from
Superior Road Products who donated the
cooler to giveaway!
LANews
Lambton County Road Supervisors Association
Michael Cumming, CRS receives his Long Term
Service Award at the Lambton County Road
Supervisors Association meeting in June. Michael
retired from the Township of Enniskillen as the
Road Superintendent.
to be featured in the newsletter and/or on AORS social media
CONTACT
kellyelliott@aors.on.ca
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They offer our members immediate, easy and cost-effective opportunities to:
»Participate in activities and events
»Utilize their right to vote and hold office
»Attend educational programs
»Network with colleagues and peers in a professional setting
»Exchange public works technologies/trends with colleagues, and
»Help support and promote our Association.
These stories are the best examples of the LA contribution to our
Association and to our communities!
Niagara Region Road Supervisors Association
Michael Fletcher, CRS-I and Brandon Brisson, CRS-I receive
their PWLDP Certificate of Completion from AORS Training
and Programming Coordinator Christie Little at a Niagara
Region Road Supervisors Association meeting.
Our 34 Local Associations (LA) are the basic ‘close to home’ organizational element of AORS.
COMMUNITYAORS
York Region Roads Supervisors Association
Andrew Saltes, Assoc. R.S. from Aurora and
Michael Szajner from Vaughan were the top
drivers at the York Region Roads Supervisors
Association’s local roadeo.
Essex County Municipal Supervisors Association
Essex County Municipal Supervisors Association had over 30 drivers out to compete and made
it through the “100 degree heat”!
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LANews
AORS hosted LA Workshop
AORS hosted a successful LA Workshop in June at Horseshoe
Valley Resort where we developed the framework for the
2026-2030 Strategic Plan. Thank you to all of those who
attended the workshop!
20 Year Award
Larry Maddeaux, CRS-I presented Walker
Industries with their 20 Year Award for
advertising in Spotlight and thanked them
for being a dedicated partner of AORS.
Finding Buried Treasure in Magnetawan!
The Municipality of Magnetawan had a Time Capsule buried
25 years ago and had since lost the maps and location, but it
was to be opened during the festivities at the 2025 Canada
Day Weekend. The task was given to the Roads Department
to find and unearth the time capsule. By using old aerial
photos, they were able to determine changes in the landscape
and soils and chose a location to do the last “kick at the can”
dig. As luck would have it, we found it with dedicated staff
and team work!
District 8 Retiree Coffee Social
AORS Past President Darrell Townsend,
CRS-I was the driving force behind District
8 Road Supervisors Association’s first-ever
Retiree Coffee Social back in April at the
Loyalist Township Works Garage.
The event was a warm and casual
gathering, providing a great opportunity
for past and present members to
reconnect. It was our way of keeping in
touch with the retirees who helped shape
roads and communities—and to show
appreciation for the years of service
they dedicated to the profession and
re-connect. About 35 were in attendance
for the inaugural event!
Left to right…. Road
Superintendent Scott
Edwards , Foreman
Charles Saunders, and
Casual Equipment
Operator Morely
Matthews
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Building Relationships
The District 8 Road Supervisors
Association gathered at the
Mohawk Community Centre
on the Tyendinaga Mohawk
Territory for a special
opportunity to learn more
about their neighbours, the
Mohawks of the Bay of Quinte.
Members were welcomed to
hear about the culture, history,
and traditions of the community,
as well as the many programs
and services that support their
members. A highlight of the
day was the delicious lunch,
prepared and served by students
from the Ohahase Education
Centre, showcasing both
talent and hospitality.
UPCOMING EVENTS
You can find AORS at these upcoming events:
»LEVEL UP CAREER FAIRS—
Barrie (Oct 1–Oct 2), Sudbury
(Oct 8–9), Timmins (Oct 14–6),
Windsor (Oct 29–30), Hamilton
(Nov 5–6), London (Nov 11–13),
Oshawa (Nov 18-20), Mississauga
(Nov 25–28), Kingston (Dec 2–3)
and Ottawa (Dec 10–12)
»WESTERN ONTARIO WARDENS
CAUCUS CONFERENCE—
October 17, London, ON
»ONTARIO ONE CALL
CONFERENCE—October 22–24,
Blue Mountains, ON
»LANDSCAPE ONTARIO—
January 6–8, International Centre,
Mississauga, ON (Use the code
ASSOE5 when registering to get
your complimentary admission!)
»DSAO/LICO CONFERENCE—
January 20–22, London, ON,
Lamplighter Inn
»AORS ANNUAL GENERAL
MEETING—March 30,
Fairmont Royal York, Toronto, ON
»GOOD ROADS CONFERENCE—
March 29–April 1, Fairmont Royal
York, Toronto, ON
»TRUCK WORLD—April 16–18,
International Centre, Mississauga,
ON
»NATIONAL HEAVY EQUIPMENT
SHOW—Apr 23–24, International
Centre, Mississauga, ON
“This was an incredible opportunity to connect and
learn,” said Joe Reid, CRS-S, AORS Representative
for District 8 and AORS Past President. “It’s so
important for our local associations to build
and grow relationships with the First Nations
communities in our regions. Understanding
their perspectives and celebrating their culture
strengthens our partnerships and helps us work
better together.”
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THE AORS VALUE PROPOSITION
To all those invested in public works
training and professional development,
AORS aims to meet the needs of our
members by providing the following:
Public Works Academy Training + Professional Certification
EXPERTISEAORS
Investing in Training
Shaping Winter-Ready and Leadership-Capable Public Works Teams
As 2025 transitions toward winter,
this fall is an essential time to
highlight how investing in education
directly correlates with safer, more
effective public works operations—
and building a robust leadership
pipeline for the future.
Winter-Ready and Safety First
Winter presents high stakes
for public works crews—from
unpredictable weather to intensive
equipment use. Our NEW! Winter
Maintenance Safety Review offers
a practical, engaging approach that
blends theory with hands-on
application, including a pre-trip
inspection of a snowplow. Offered
in compact half-day or full-day
formats, it ensures staff are both
confident and compliant on the road.
This valuable new offering
complements AORS’s traditional
Winter Maintenance School and the
full Winter Operations Training
Series, designed to build deep
competence across supervisors,
operators, and patrollers.
TRAINING UPDATE
BY CHRISTIE LITTLE, AORS
PROGRAMMING & TRAINING
COORDINATOR AND DENNIS O’NEIL,
AORS MEMBER SERVICES COORDINATOR
»60+ training courses designed
and delivered through a variety
of options/formats
»Cooperative Local Association/LA
(i.e. close-to-home) programs to
reduce fees for courses, seminars and
professional development programs
»Customized adult ‘peer to peer’
learning experiences to
accommodate specific needs
»Strategic cooperative agreements
with other professional and
private sector organizations
(e.g. Good Roads, SWANA)
to deliver a wide range of cost-
effective, high-quality programs
»Volunteer Education Committee
and Certification Board to organize
and approve all training and
professional development programs
»Professional training and human
resource development staff
committed to quality control
and on-going improvement
»Public works career professional
development paths with clear
guidelines to ensure verification
of public works expertise and
improved employability
“ The Almaguin Road
Superintendents Association
put together the AORS Winter
Maintenance Safety Review at
the Municipality of Magnetawan
Roads Yard and had an excellent
turnout. The instructor was both
knowledgeable and had real life
experiences that made the open
discussion engaging and a great
interaction.”
— SCOTT EDWARDS CRS-S, PUBLIC WORKS
SUPERINTENDENT, MUNICIPALITY OF
MAGNETAWAN
REAL VOICES REAL IMPACT
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1900+
MEMBERS IN ONTARIO
60+
TRAINING PROGRAMS
$
SAVE
ON TRAINING
& EDUCATION
Cultivating Leadership The PWLDP
Building strong leadership starts now. The Public Works
Leadership Development Program (PWLDP) supports current and
emerging leaders—managers, supervisors, and even administrative
staff—in developing essential skills to guide Ontario’s public works
operations into the future.
Why the PWLDP Stands Out
»Comprehensive, modular learning:
Eight focused modules (Local
Government, Customer Service,
Leadership & Supervision, Financial
Management, Talent Management,
Process Management, Continuous
Improvement, Communications),
each aligning with levels of the
Certified Road Supervisor
(Assoc. R.S., CRS, CRS-I, CRS-S)
designations.
»Flexible delivery: Offered in both
in-person and live webinar formats,
allowing municipalities to train
staff effectively within budget
and scheduling constraints.
»Engaging learning format:
Each module emphasizes
experiential, interactive learning—
case studies, group discussions,
simulations—led by seasoned
municipal professionals.
»Career-building credential:
Completion of all eight modules
earns a PWLDP Certificate of
Completion, which satisfies the
leadership training requirement for
all three CRS designations. Modules
can also be taken individually to
meet specific needs or timelines.
»Provincially recognized pathway:
The CRS is the only designation
for public works supervisors
recognized under Ontario legislation
(Association of Ontario Road
Superintendents Act, 1996).
The PWLDP provides a direct,
sanctioned route toward achieving
this credential.
»Networking opportunities:
Each session brings together peers
from municipalities across Ontario,
creating valuable opportunities to
share experiences, exchange best
practices, and build connections
that last long after the course ends.
“ The Public Works
Leadership Development
Program is a valuable
addition to my skill set...
highly transferable...
helps us to better serve
the public and the team.”
— KIM PAYEUR, ASSOC. R.S.,
CITY OF BELLEVILLE
(ADMINISTRATIVE
PROFESSIONAL)
“ Just wanted to thank you for the recent PWLDP courses. I wasn’t sure what to expect but was pleasantly surprised by both the material and the instructors. The Customer Service course was the best I’ve ever taken, and the leadership training provided the foundation I’ve been looking for. I’ve even pulled a few pages from the handouts to review each morning to help calibrate my mindset in how I interact with the public and my coworkers.”
— JEFF WOLFE, TOWN OF ST.
MARYS, INFRASTRUCTURE
SERVICES MANAGER
REAL VOICES REAL IMPACT
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Public Works Academy Training + Professional Certification 1900+
Certified At Certification Board Meeting February 21, 2025
Eric Armstrong Mun.of Marmora and Lake Assoc. R.S.
Ryan Baker Twp. of Wellesley CRS
Giancarlo Barranca City of Brampton Assoc. R.S.
Shawn Bromley Mun.of Huron East Assoc. R.S.
Alexander Kevin
Bryson
Reg. Mun.of Niagara Assoc. R.S.
Dennis Caddick City of Belleville Assoc. R.S.
Rob Camelon Mun.of Dysart et al CRS-S
Jeffrey Cawker Mun.of Port Hope CRS-I
Sanford Clause Oneida Nation of the
Thames
CRS-S
John Collison Twp. of Dawn-Euphemia CRS-I
Stephen Cooper City of Hamilton CRS
Jamie Davis County of Oxford CRS
Josh Decoste Twp. of North Glengarry Assoc. R.S.
Paul Dobias Town of Gravenhurst CRS
Travis French City of Vaughan Assoc. R.S.
John Gleeson Mun.of Mississippi Mills CRS-S
Joseph Gratton Loyalist Twp. CRS
Philip Heinen Town of Grimsby Assoc. R.S.
Greg Hodgson Mun.of Chatham-Kent Assoc. R.S.
James Levac Twp. of South Glengarry Assoc. R.S.
Tom Lewis Town of Ajax CRS
Adam Ling Town of Halton Hills CRS
Matthew MacKay City of Mississauga CRS
Javier Marcos County of Brant Assoc. R.S.
Greg Maxwell Twp. of Limerick CRS-I
Dax McAllister City of Greater Sudbury CRS-S
Shawn McGilchrist Reg. Mun.of Peel Assoc. R.S.
Allan McLeod Mun.of York Region Assoc. R.S.
Ethan Mosley Reg. Mun.of Niagara Assoc. R.S.
Kimberly Payeur City of Belleville Assoc. R.S.
Stephen Preston City of Brampton CRS
Trevor Prevost Mun.of Tweed CRS
Ryan Reid Mun.of Tweed CRS
Gregory R.
Robinson
County of Haliburton CRS
Daniel Sepe City of Vaughan CRS
Paul Spoelstra City of Hamilton CRS
Shaun Thomson Mun.of Bluewater CRS-I
Shane Timmermans Mun.of South Huron CRS-I
Evan Whillans City of Brampton Assoc. R.S.
James William
Wilkinson
Town of Smiths Falls Assoc. R.S.
TOTAL CERTIFIED
TO AUGUST 2025 (including Associate Members)
A Call to Action for Fall Budget Planners
Municipal councils and decision-makers:
elevate training from the sidelines to the
centerpiece of fall budgeting. Programs
like the Winter Maintenance Safety
Review and PWLDP are investments
in operational excellence, community
safety, and long-term resiliency.
“Investing now—in safety and leadership—
means being ready for every road and every
season to come.”
Ready to Learn More or Book?
Explore upcoming sessions and register
through the AORS Education portal:
https://aors.on.ca/education
For tailored training or bookings contact:
Dennis O’Neil, Member Services Coordinator,
dennisoneil@aors.on.ca
Christie Little, Programming & Training
Coordinator, christielittle@aors.on.ca
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The Provincially recognized designation of Certified Road Supervisor (CRS) is well recognized and respected throughout the public
works industry in Ontario. Each quarter the AORS Certification Board considers applications from public works professionals to obtain
their CRS designation. The various levels of certification require a specific number of years of roads related supervisory experience as
well as designated courses. AORS, in cooperation with Good Roads, have strived to make these courses available through the pandemic,
to allow individuals to continue to pursue their CRS certification or to advance to various levels of designation. The following lists
represent those individuals who have been granted certification or reclassification over the last year. Congratulations to all!!
Certified At Certification Board Meeting May 23, 2025
Jonathan Angrove City of Markham CRS
Mike Dakin City of Welland CRS-I
Ryan Deer Mun. of Kincardine CRS
Mike Fletcher Reg. Mun. of Niagara CRS-I
Scott Hodgson City of Kawartha Lakes CRS-I
Robert Douglas
Hutchinson
County of Simcoe CRS-I
Ryan Johnston Mun. of Middlesex Centre CRS
Kyle Labbett Loyalist Twp.CRS-I
Rejean Lacroix City of Woodstock CRS
Steven Lewis City of Kawartha Lakes CRS-I
Lance Martens Haldimand County CRS
Paul Nicol Town of New Tecumseth CRS
Anthony Vani Reg. Mun. of Niagara CRS-I
Ken Young County of Grey CRS
Jean-Luc Boucher The Nation Municipality Assoc. R.S.
Adam Dobson
Dobson
Town of New Tecumseth Assoc. R.S.
Brian Lidster Town of New Tecumseth Assoc. R.S.
Tyler Rumble Town of New Tecumseth Assoc. R.S.
Phil Dominas Reg. Mun. of Waterloo Assoc. R.S.
Robert
Fitzsimmons
The Town of The Blue
Mountains
Assoc. R.S.
Cody Hannan Town of New Market CRS
John Kirk Twp. of Oro-Medonte CRS
Ryan Love City of Thunder Bay CRS
David Alphonse
Moncion
Twp. of Sables-Spanish
Rivers
CRS-I
Curtis Neuman Loyalist Twp.CRS
Joshawa Ostertag County of Simcoe Assoc. R.S.
Jason Pavao City of Hamilton CRS
Deanna Ridgley City of Belleville Assoc. R.S.
Andrew Saltes Town of Aurora Assoc. R.S.
Blake
Sceppacerqua
Reg. Mun. of Niagara CRS
Niall Stocking Town of Georgina CRS
Daryl Teeter Mun. of Grey Highlands CRS
Matthew Vriens City of St. Thomas CRS-S
Scott Wonch Twp. of Carling Assoc. R.S.
Certified At Certification Board Meeting August 21, 2025
Dave Lukezich CRS-S
Bill Finley Mun.of North Grenville CRS
John Marshall City of Brockville CRS
Dan Rose Reg. Mun. of Waterloo CRS
Gregory Paul
Dalton
County of Lambton CRS
Timothy Morris Twp. of Severn CRS
James Lane Town of Caledon CRS-S
Brandon Brisson Reg. Mun.of Niagara CRS-S
Warren Waugh City of Woodstock CRS-S
Gary Medeiros City of Burlington CRS-I
Dwayne Gregson Reg. Mun.of Peel CRS-S
Adam Knapp Twp. of Horton CRS-S
Ryan Day City of Hamilton CRS-S
Martin Clouthier Mun.of French River CRS-I
John Costabile City of St. Catharines CRS-I
Ryan Newton Town of Grimsby CRS-I
Ronald
Klingenberg
Mun.of Central Manitoulin CRS-I
Andy Dickie Town of Innisfil CRS-I
Evan Bancroft Twp. of South Frontenac CRS
Alex Brown County of Oxford CRS-I
Nigel Bruneau Town of Bracebridge Assoc. R.S.
Mary Cutting Town of New Tecumseth Assoc. R.S.
Jason Flemming City of Orillia Assoc. R.S.
Caroline J.
Kirkpatrick
Town of Gravenhurst CRS
James Knight Town of Essex Assoc. R.S.
Kevin Laube Twp. of Adjala Tosorontio Assoc. R.S.
Brett Leggett Twp. of Wainfleet Assoc. R.S.
Paul Leonard District Mun.of Muskoka Assoc. R.S.
Tyler Pearce District Mun.of Muskoka Assoc. R.S.
Mckinley Skrypetz District Mun.of Muskoka Assoc. R.S.
Karen Levesque Town of Caledon CRS
Dale Lockridge Twp. of Tyendinaga CRS
Ryan Ondusko Town of Orangeville CRS
John Piccinin City of Thunder Bay CRS
Cory Plumadore U.C. of Stormont, Dundas
and Glengarry
Assoc. R.S.
Alexander Saldana Town of Aurora Assoc. R.S.
Brian Scott U.C. of Leeds and Grenville CRS
Johnathan
Spidalieri
County of Essex Assoc. R.S.
Greg Turnbull Mun.of South Bruce CRS
Evan Zinn City of Kitchener Assoc. R.S.
Taylor Thomson City of Markham CRS
James W.
Wilkinson
Town of Smiths Falls CRS
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5 STEPS TO CERTIFICATION
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM
The Certified Road Supervisor (CRS) is a legislated,
widely recognized and highly successful professional public
works accreditation. The CRS program is designed to raise
professional standards, improve individual performance,
and identify professionals who demonstrate the knowledge
vital to public works management.
AORS has the exclusive right to
use the CRS designation. Our
accreditation program is recognized
under provincial statute law.
1 Confirms the
importance of
the profession
2 Increases public
trust in the
profession
3 Increases career
opportunities in
the marketplace
4 More consultation
by government
on related policy
issues
5 More credibility
as public works
experts
BENEFITS OF BEING A REGULATED PROFESSION
5 ALL LANES OPEN TO YOUR PUBLIC WORKS CAREER
Who is eligible for the CRS?
If you are an employee
within the private/municipal
sector hired to supervise
construction, rehabilitation
or maintenance of core civil
public works infrastructure,
you are eligible to apply for
AORS CRS public works
professional development
accreditation.
1. Gain hands-on supervisory experience in the public works industry
2. Expand your experience with training
3. Decide which certification applies to you: complete the application
4. Display your CRS certificate and Code of Ethics
5. Progress to the next level of certification
Public Works Academy Training + Professional Certification
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STEPS TO CERTIFICATION
BY GREGG FURTNEY, CRS, CAO OF THE TOWN OF MINTO, DARREN MACKENZIE,
DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS FOR THE TOWN OF NIAGARA ON THE LAKE, AND
STEVE GRUBER AND SHANE MCCAUSLAND, COFOUNDERS OF GRUMAC INC.
Collaborating for Smarter Budgets
The Municipal Shared Equipment Model
Budget season always seems
to arrive sooner than expected.
For municipalities, it brings not
just financial analysis and spreadsheets,
but also the shared responsibility of
balancing fiscal prudence with the
expectations of residents. Every
department feels the weight of this
task—from Corporate Services/
Treasury to Public Works and beyond.
Communities expect reliable services
and strong infrastructure, but no resident
is eager to see their tax bill climb.
The Challenge of Capital Costs
For Public Works directors and
managers, budgeting can feel like
navigating a maze of constraints.
Requests for equipment upgrades
are often met with a firm, “Sorry, you
can’t have that—find another way.”
These words, whether from a Treasurer,
CAO, or council, reflect a common
reality: capital budgets are usually
the first to face reductions.
Rising costs only add to the
challenge. Inflation, tariffs, and supply
chain pressures push prices higher
every year. A motor grader now
exceeds $550,000. A tractor starts
at $150,000. Even used equipment,
while cheaper, rarely delivers the
reliability municipalities need. Yet,
who dares propose spending half
a million dollars on a machine that
may sit idle for months at a time?
Clearly, municipalities need another
approach—one that respects taxpayer
dollars while still ensuring communities
receive high-quality services.
A Collaborative Solution
As Plato once noted, “Necessity is the
mother of invention.” Innovation often
emerges when constraints demand it.
In that spirit, municipalities are
embracing a new idea: the Municipal
Collaborative Equipment Model.
The concept is straightforward.
Municipalities, conservation authorities,
utilities, and even educational
institutions own expensive equipment
that often sits unused for long
stretches. Why not share these
resources? With short-term lease
agreements, one organization can
generate revenue from underutilized
machinery, while another gains access
without shouldering the burden of a
large capital purchase.
To simplify the process, a dedicated
online marketplace—grushare.com,
managed by GruMac Inc.—connects
organizations looking to lease out
equipment with those in need. The
Lessor benefits by turning idle assets
into revenue streams, often adding
to reserves or funding new projects.
The Lessee gains the equipment
necessary to maintain or enhance
service delivery. It’s a win-win solution,
strengthening fiscal responsibility while
promoting inter-agency collaboration.
A Tale of Two Towns
This model is already proving effective.
Take the partnership between the
Town of Niagara-on-the-Lake (NOTL)
and the Town of Minto.
Minto needed a motor grader
but couldn’t justify the steep capital
cost of buying one. Through the
collaborative model, they leased
the equipment from NOTL, saving
significant taxpayer dollars. Meanwhile,
NOTL needed a tractor for seasonal
work. Instead of buying one outright,
they leased from Minto, generating
revenue for Minto while ensuring their
tractor avoided long idle periods.
These agreements, vetted by
municipal legal teams, showcase
fiscal responsibility, creativity, and
collaboration. Both towns benefited
financially and strengthened their
partnership in the process.
The Bigger Picture
The Municipal Collaborative Equipment
Model won’t solve every budget
challenge, but it provides one more tool
in the municipal toolkit. By generating
revenue, reducing unnecessary capital
expenditures, and maximizing the use
of existing assets, municipalities can
continue serving residents while
demonstrating responsible stewardship
of public funds.
At its heart, this initiative is
about more than money—it is about
innovation, collaboration, and
leadership. When municipalities work
together, they stretch every dollar
further, strengthen relationships, and
inspire confidence among council
members, staff, and residents alike.
That is a story worth celebrating.
SORRY, You Can’t Have That Find Another Way!
AORS
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ATTENTION READERS:
Please send comments, new ideas or suggestions to:
Marketing & Communications Committee
Chair: Karla Musso-Garcia CRS-I
Members: Scott Boughner CRS-S,
Larry Maddeaux CRS-I, Chris Mantha CRS-S,
Darrell Townsend CRS-I, Bill Wilson CRS,
Dennis O’Neil CRS-S, John Maheu,
Christie Little, Kelly Elliott, Phil Wilson,
Ann Carr, Samantha Clarke
(NATT Safety Serv.)
AORS
P.O. Box 2669, St. Marys
Ontario N4X 1A4
Phone (226) 661-2002
Fax (226) 661-2003
www.aors.on.ca
Email: admin@aors.on.ca
YOUR PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATION
LEARN MORE ABOUT AORS AT OUR WEBSITE www.aors.on.ca
PROUDLY HOSTED BY
Association ofOntario RoadSupervisors 2026
JUNE 3–4, 2026 PETAWAWA CIVIC CENTRE
234-2025-4857
On October 23, 2025, our government introduced the Fighting Delays, Building Faster
Act, 2025 (Bill 60). Through this legislation and other changes, we are protecting
Ontario’s economy and keeping workers on the job by cutting red tape, getting shovels
in the ground faster and supporting the construction of homes, roads and infrastructure.
The bill contains bold actions, creating the conditions for building housing and transportation infrastructure faster to support families, attract investments, create good
jobs and keep Ontario competitive.
You are invited to review the Environmental Registry of Ontario and Regulatory Registry of Ontario posting links provided with this letter and share any feedback you may have.
If you have any questions, please reach out to my Director of Stakeholder and Caucus
Relations, Tanner Zelenko, at Tanner.Zelenko@ontario.ca.
In the face of economic uncertainty, we must protect Ontario. I look forward to continued collaboration with you, our municipal partners, to build the more prosperous, resilient
and competitive economy that Ontario needs today, tomorrow, and in the decades to
come.
Sincerely,
Hon. Robert J. Flack Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing
c.Prabmeet Sarkaria, Minister of Transportation
Doug Downey, Attorney General of OntarioTodd McCarthy, Minister of the Environment, Conservation and Parks & ActingMinister of Infrastructure
Graydon Smith, Associate Minister of Municipal Affairs and HousingRobert Dodd, Chief of Staff, Minister’s OfficeMatthew Rae, Parliamentary Assistant, Municipal Affairs and HousingLaura Smith, Parliamentary Assistant, Municipal Affairs and HousingBrian Saunderson, Parliamentary Assistant, Municipal Affairs and HousingMartha Greenberg, Deputy Minister, Municipal Affairs and HousingDavid McLean, Assistant Deputy Minister, Municipal Affairs and HousingCaspar Hall, Assistant Deputy Minister, Municipal Affairs and HousingSean Fraser, Assistant Deputy Minister, Municipal Affairs and HousingMunicipal Chief Administrative Officers
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Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing
Office of the Minister
777 Bay Street, 17th Floor Toronto ON M7A 2J3 Tel.: 416 585-7000
November 12, 2025
Dear Head of Council,
Ministère des Affaires municipales et du Logement
Bureau du ministre
777, rue Bay, 17e étage Toronto (Ontario) M7A 2J3 Tél. : 416 585-7000
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Development Charges Act – Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing Schedule 3 of the Bill would make amendments to the Development Charges Act, 1997.
Land Acquisition Costs A new subsection 7 (3.1) of the Development Charges Act, 1997 would require development charge-eligible land acquisition costs to be part of a class in a
development charge by-law consisting only of those costs. Land acquisition costs would,
pursuant to a new section 5.3, be exempted from the historic service level cap, and these costs, for certain services, would be limited to those that relate to the ten-year period after the background study.
A new subsection 35 (1.1) of the Act would provide that money in an existing reserve
fund established to pay for growth-related capital costs of eligible services can continue to be used for growth-related land acquisition costs of the applicable service, so long as those costs are not being paid from the reserve fund for the land acquisition class.
Requiring Local Service Policies
A new subsection 59 (2.2) of the Act would require municipalities that levy development charges to establish local service policies for each service to which the by-law relates and for which a part of the service would be provided as a local service.
The local service policy must identify the works or classes of works that are intended to
be for the provision of local services. It could also identify works or classes of works that are not intended to be for the provision of local services (e.g. works that would be funded through development charges) or works or classes of works that would only partially be intended to be for the provision of local services.
A municipality could not require a work for the provision of local service to be paid for or constructed as a condition of land division if it is not identified as being intended to be so provided in the local service policy. This rule applies on the earlier of 18 months after Royal Assent or the day on which the local service policy is established.
The municipality would need to send a copy of the local service policy to the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing on request, by the date specified in the request. If a local service policy has been established, it must be reviewed and a resolution
passed by council at the same time as a development charge by-law is passed,
indicating whether revisions would be needed. Requiring Treasurer’s Statements to be Submitted by a Specific Date Subsection 43 (1) of the Act is amended to require the municipal treasurer to give
council a development charges financial statement (commonly referred to as the
treasurer’s statement) on or before June 30 annually. Subsection 43 (3) of the Act is amended to require the treasurer to give a copy of the financial statement to the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing no later than July 15 of the year in which the statement
is provided to council.
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Requiring Municipal Documents to be Submitted to the Ministry on Request A new subsection 10 (5) of the Act would require municipal councils to give a copy of the development charge background study to the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing on request, by the deadline specified in the request
A new subsection 13 (5) of the Act, requires municipal councils to give a copy of the development charge by-law passed by the municipality to the Minister on request, by the deadline specified in the request.
You may provide your comments on the proposed changes to the Development
Charges Act, 1997 through the Ontario Regulatory Registry (25-MMAH018) from October 23, 2025 to November 22, 2025. Municipal Act – Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing
Schedule 7 of the Bill propose changes to the Municipal Act, 2001, to transfer jurisdiction over water and wastewater (sewage) services from Peel Region to the lower-tier municipalities of Mississauga and Brampton, and Caledon, effective January 1, 2029, or a different date as prescribed by the Minister. The proposed amendments
prevent the transfer of jurisdiction over water and wastewater back from the lower-tier
municipalities to Peel Region using existing authority to transfer services in the
Municipal Act, 2001. You may provide your comments on the proposed changes to the Municipal Act, 2001.
through the Environmental Registry of Ontario (ERO) notice and the Ontario Regulatory
Registry (025-1098) from October 23, 2025 to November 22, 2025. Planning Act – Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing
Schedule 10 of the Bill proposes the following amendments to the Planning Act that would help create the conditions necessary to support housing and community development. If passed, the proposed changes would:
• Provide authority for the Minister to make regulations that would remove the need
for certain minor variances,
• Allow certain official plan amendments modifying the authorized uses of land within a Protected Major Transit Station Areas (PMTSA) to be exempt from Minister’s approval,
• Make provincial policy statements inapplicable with respect to all Minister’s decisions under the Planning Act outside the Greenbelt Area. A transparent and accountable oversight framework would be developed to support implementation,
• Enable all upper-tier municipalities to establish regional Community Improvement
Plans (CIPs) without being prescribed, allow municipalities to fund the CIPs of their respective upper- or lower-tier municipalities, and, for upper-tier municipalities without planning responsibilities, to revive CIPs that were in effect
on the day before the municipality lost its planning responsibilities, and
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We are interested in receiving your comments on these proposed measures. Comments can be made through the Environmental Registry of Ontario and the Ontario Regulatory Registry from October 23, 2025, to November 22, 2025:
• ERO 025-1097 Proposed Planning Act Changes (Schedule 10 of Bill 60 - Fighting
Delays, Building Faster Act, 2025). We are also interested in receiving any comments you may have on associated consultation postings:
• ERO 025-1099: Consultation on simplifying and standardizing official plans.
• ERO 025-1100: Consultation to better understand the linkage between minimum lot sizes on urban residential lands and increased housing options and
affordability.
• ERO 025-1101: Consultation to understand current municipal practices with respect to green development standards at the lot level (outside of building) in order to assess whether future changes are needed to prohibit mandatory green
development standards in order to improve consistency and clarity across
Ontario. The Environmental Registry postings provide additional details regarding the proposed changes.
City of Toronto Act, 2006 – Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing The proposed change would, through a proclamation order, remove the City of Toronto’s authority, under the City of Toronto Act, 2006, to require green roofs or other
alternative roof surfaces on buildings, effective November 3, 2025.
Residential Tenancies Act – Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing / Ministry of the Attorney General
Schedule 12 of the Bill amends the Residential Tenancies Act, 2006 (RTA) to help
address delays and support backlog reduction efforts at the Landlord and Tenant Board (LTB) and adjust the balance of landlord and tenant rights and responsibilities. If passed, the proposed changes would:
• Remove the requirement for a landlord to provide compensation to a tenant when evicting for personal use of the rental unit, if the landlord gives at least 120 days’ notice of termination, instead of the required 60 days’ notice;
• Shorten the notice period a landlord must provide to a fixed-term or month-to-month tenant to evict them for rent arrears from 14 days to 7 days;
• Remove a tenant’s ability to raise issues that could otherwise be the subject of a tenant application to the LTB as part of a rent arrears hearing, if the tenant has
not paid at least half of the rent arrears claimed in the application filed by the
landlord;
• Remove a tenant’s ability to raise issues that could otherwise be the subject of a tenant application to the LTB on the day of a rent arrears hearing, if the tenant
has not given prior notice in accordance with LTB timelines;
• Specify a 15-day period for a landlord or tenant to request internal review of a final order or decision of the LTB; and
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• Create new regulation-making authorities for the government to prescribe: o The form of a notice given by a landlord or tenant to terminate a tenancy.
o Rules and guidelines for determining what qualifies as a “persistent” failure
to pay rent / monthly housing charges, when they are due, by a tenant / member of non-profit housing co-operative. o Limitations on the LTB’s ability to postpone the enforcement of an eviction order and/or factors the LTB must consider before postponing
enforcement.
o Limitations, conditions, or tests related to a tenant / member of non-profit housing co-operative making a motion to set aside an eviction order that has been issued, without a hearing, when the tenant/member has given notice of termination to a landlord/co-op, or the parties have entered into
an agreement to end a tenancy.
o Limits or conditions on the power of the LTB to review its final decisions and orders. The proposed amendments would come into force on a day to be named by order of the
Lieutenant Governor in Council.
You may provide your comments on the proposed change through the Ontario Regulatory Registry rom October 23, 2025, to November 22, 2025 at the links below:
• RR 25-MMAH019: Seeking Feedback on Proposed Amendments to the Rules Related to Tenants Raising New Issues at a Landlord and Tenant Board (LTB) Rent Arrears Hearing
• RR 25-MMAH024: Seeking Feedback on Proposed Amendments to Shorten the
Rent Arrears Eviction Notice Period
• RR 25-MMAH025: Seeking Feedback on Proposed Amendments to the Compensation Requirements for Landlord's Own Use Evictions
• RR 25-MAG017: Seeking Feedback on Proposed Amendment to the Residential Tenancies Act, 2006 (RTA) to Shorten the Period of Time Available to Request a Review of an LTB order Water and Wastewater Public Corporations Act – Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing Schedule 16 of the Bill proposes a new Act which sets out a framework for a new delivery model for water and wastewater services. The new framework will include legislative authority for the Minister to:
• Designate corporations as water and wastewater public corporations by regulation.
• Require prescribed municipalities to deliver water and wastewater exclusively
through a water and wastewater public corporation beginning on a date as
prescribed.
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Under the new framework, the Minister will have regulation-making authority, including the ability to: o Prescribe duties and responsibilities for the water and wastewater public
corporation.
o Govern the transfer, issuance, redemption and purchase of shares and dividends of a water and wastewater public corporation. o Govern requirements related to the nomination, appointment, election, resignation or removal of members of the board of directors of the
corporation.
o Govern powers for the water and wastewater public corporation to impose and collect fees and charges. If required by LGIC regulation, the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing would have oversight powers over rate plans (and additional plans that may be prescribed in regulations).
o Provide for additional transitional matters.
Subject to future regulations setting out the share allocation, the first corporation would provide water and wastewater services in Peel Region and would be jointly owned by Mississauga, Brampton and Caledon. A corporation would be incorporated under the
Ontario Business Corporations Act at the direction of the Minister that the Minister
would designate as a water and wastewater public corporation. The council of a municipality prescribed by the regulations shall, by the date specified in the regulations, make by-laws transferring employees, assets, liabilities, rights and
obligations of the municipality to a water and wastewater public corporation for the
purpose of providing water and wastewater services. You may provide your comments on the proposed changes to the Municipal Act, 2001. through the Environmental Registry of Ontario (ERO) notice and the Ontario Regulatory
Registry (025-1098) from October 23, 2025 to November 22, 2025.
GO Transit Station Funding Act – Ministry of Infrastructure Schedule 4 of the Bill proposes changes the GO Transit Station Funding Act, 2023, to
enable Municipalities the flexibility to specify payment of a transit station charge, in
respect of any part of a development that consists of residential development, upon occupancy and require financial security to secure the payment of any transit station charge that is required to be paid upon occupancy of residential development.
Additional amendments will provide for the determination of a transit station charge that
is payable upon occupancy of residential development. You may provide your comments on the proposed change to the GO Transit Station Funding Act, 2023 through the Environmental Registry of Ontario (ERO) notice 025-
1182 from October 23, 2025 to November 22, 2025.
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Toronto Waterfront Revitalization Corporation Act – Ministry of Infrastructure The proposed amendments to the Toronto Waterfront Revitalization Corporation Act,
2002 would extend the mandate of Waterfront Toronto from 2028 to 2035, and allow for
a further extension up to 2040. The amendments also include provisions relating to a strategic review of Waterfront Toronto in 2031-32 that may inform the extension, a provision requiring the provincial
government to consult with the federal government and City of Toronto prior to winding-
up the corporation, and the repeal of provisions in the Act that are no longer applicable. You may provide your comments on the proposed change to the Toronto Waterfront Revitalization Corporation Act, 2002 through the Environmental Registry of Ontario
(ERO) notice 025-1182 from October 23, 2025 to November 22, 2025. Transit-Oriented Communities Act – Ministry of Infrastructure Schedule 15 of the Bill proposes to amend the Transit-Oriented Communities Act, 2020,
which may allow the Minister to establish a Transit-Oriented Communities Advisory Panel. The Minister may appoint up to four individuals to this Advisory Panel and appoint a Chair from among them. The Transit-Oriented Communities Advisory Panel would advise and make
recommendations to the Minister, in respect of such matters as the Minister directs, related to infrastructure, transit-oriented community projects, land designated as transit-oriented community land under the Act, and other related matters. The amendments will also enable the Minister to make an order requiring an owner of
land designated as transit-oriented community land to enter into an agreement with a municipality addressing any matters that the Minister considers necessary for the appropriate development of the transit-oriented community land. Municipalities will also be required to designate a municipal officer or employee to give
to the Minister such information as the Minister requests with respect to the implementation of transit-oriented community projects that are located within that municipality. You may provide your comments on the proposed change to the Transit-Oriented
Communities Act, 2020 through the Environmental Registry of Ontario (ERO) notice 025-1182 from October 23, 2025 to November 22, 2025. Construction Act - Ministry of the Attorney General
Schedule 2 of the bill proposes the following amendments to the Construction Act that would, if passed, refine the new annual release of holdback system that was enacted in 2024 but that is not yet in force:
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Section 30 is re-enacted in order to apply with respect to the abandonment or termination of a contract or subcontract, rather than to a circumstance in which a contractor or subcontractor defaults in the performance of a contract or subcontract.
Not-yet-in-force amendments to section 31 that would have been made by section 27 of Schedule 4 to the Building Ontario For You Act (Budget Measures), 2024 – providing for annual lien expiry – are repealed. Section 31 is amended to retain the provisions of those amendments dealing with notice of termination and its effects. The not-yet-in-
force re-enacted version of section 26 (payment of basic holdback) is consequently
amended to require the annual release of holdback without the expiry of liens. Section 87.4 is amended by adding a separate transition rule for alternative financing and procurement arrangements (otherwise known as “public-private partnerships”) and
to adjust the transition rules respecting amendments made to section 31.
Transitional regulation-making authority in section 88 is made more generally applicable and is transferred from the Lieutenant Governor in Council to the Minister.
The amendments are to come into force at the same time as related amendments to the
Act made by the Building Ontario For You Act (Budget Measures), 2024, except for the transitional regulation-making authority which comes into force on Royal Assent. Ontario Water Resources Act - Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and
Parks Schedule 8 of the bill proposes amendments to the Ontario Water Resources Act
(OWRA) that would, if enacted, would reduce the time and costs with providing on-site sewage treatment to on-farm worker housing by allowing larger systems (comprised of
multiple systems with design capacities no greater than 10,000 L/d each and up to
50,000 L/d total per lot or parcel of land) to be regulated under the Ontario’s Building Code and exempting these systems from existing Ontario Water Resources Act requirements for environmental compliance approvals.
You may provide your comments on the proposed change to the Ontario Water
Resources Act through the Environmental Registry of Ontario (ERO) notice ERO 025-0900 from October 23, 2025 to November 22, 2025. In parallel, the government is also consulting on a policy proposal on how the Ontario Building Code will continue to provide protection to human health, the environment, and neighbouring properties in
relation to these on-farm systems. You may provide comments on this supporting
policy proposal to the Ontario Building Code through Environmental Registry of Ontario notice ERO 025-0899 from October 24, 2025 to December 7, 2025.
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Building Transit Faster Act, 2020 – Ministry of Transportation Schedule 1 of the bill proposes amendments to the Building Transit Faster Act, 2020 (BTFA) that, if passed, would remove barriers and streamline processes that may
otherwise result in delays to the timely completion of provincial transit projects by:
• Reducing the notice period to property owners from 30 to 15 days for Metrolinx to conduct due diligence work (e.g., carrying out inspections, removing
obstructions), extending access to municipal right-of-way and third-party lands to
the operation and maintenance of projects, and expanding the application of Minister’s access orders to additional infrastructure (e.g., tunnels, life safety systems, buildings, bridges). Amendments will also create Minister’s regulation-making authorities to name additional infrastructure and to delegate powers for
access orders to Metrolinx or to an MTO official.
You may provide your comments on the proposed change to the BTFA through the Environmental Registry of Ontario notice ERO 025-1035.
Highway Traffic Act – Ministry of Transportation
Schedule 5 of the bill amends the Highway Traffic Act (HTA) to require applicants for a Driver’s Licence, Photo Card and Registrant Identification Number demonstrate that the person is a resident of Ontario, that the person has legal status in Canada and, with
respect to an application for a commercial class driver’s licence, that the person is lawfully able to work in Canada. The Schedule also makes amendments to Part II.1 of the HTA to address concerns
about the impact of vehicle lane reductions on traffic flow, congestion, and
transportation efficiency. Amendments to s.195.3 would prohibit all municipalities from
reducing the number of motor vehicle lanes when installing new bicycle lanes.
Regulation-making authority is also proposed that would allow the Minister to expand
the prohibition to include other municipal activities or provide exemptions to the
prohibition altogether.
Finally, amendments to s. 195.9 would streamline the process for reimbursement
regarding the existing bicycle lane provisions.
You may provide your comments on the proposed changes through Environmental
Registry of Ontario notice ERO 025-1071 and Regulatory Registry notice RR 25-MTO019. Local Roads Boards Act – Ministry of Transportation
Schedule 6 of the bill amends the Local Roads Boards Act to allow owners of certain tax-exempt lands to make voluntary payments to their local roads boards. If approved by the Minister, the voluntary payments would be eligible for matching provincial government funding. The Minister is provided regulation-making authority to prescribe
lands for this purpose, as well as to establish an approvals process for such payments.
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Photo Card Act, 2008 – Ministry of Transportation Schedule 9 of the bill amends the Photo Card Act, 2008, to require that an applicant for a photo card establish that they are a resident of Ontario, and that they are in Canada
lawfully.
Public Transportation and Highway Improvement Act – Ministry of Transportation Schedule 11 of the bill adds a new section to the Public Transportation and Highway
Improvement Act (PTHIA), stating that various things under the Act do not constitute an
expropriation or injurious affection. This Schedule also repeals and replaces s. 117 of the Act. The Minister of Transportation has existing authority under this section to set mandatory standards for
highways, including for municipal roads; however, there is no such regulation currently
in place. Proposed amendments would support implementation of common road construction standards across the province by creating new regulation-making authorities to allow the province to prescribe requirements for road construction contracts, establish an exemption process, and set reporting requirements pertaining to
road standards. Amendments also allow the Minister to require input from stakeholders
regarding standards upon request. You may provide your comments on the proposed change to the PTHIA related to road construction standards through the Environmental Registry of Ontario notice ERO 025-
1140.
Towing and Storage Safety and Enforcement Act, 2021 – Ministry of Transportation
Schedule 14 of the bill amends the Towing and Storage Safety and Enforcement Act,
2021, such that tow operators and vehicle storage operators are not required to submit their rates to the ministry for a service where a maximum amount for that service has been set by regulation.
You may provide your comments on the proposed changes through Regulatory Registry
notice RR 25-MTO017.
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November 19, 2025
To our Municipal Clients:
Re: Water and Wastewater Public Corporations Act, 2025
In our continued efforts to keep our clients up to date on legislative changes that may
impact them, we are writing to inform you that the provincial government has introduced
the Water and Wastewater Public Corporations Act, 2025 (W.W.P.C.A.), as presented
in Schedule 16 of Bill 60, Fighting Delays, Building Faster Act, 2025.
This letter provides a summary and preliminary analysis of the proposed W.W.P.C.A.
1. Background
The W.W.P.C.A. allows the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing to designate a
corporation as a water and wastewater public corporation (W.W.P.C.) to provide water
and sewage services on behalf of the lower-tier municipalities prescribed by the
regulations.
These W.W.P.C.s will own and operate the municipal water and sewage systems, with
their own governance structure and rate-setting capabilities.
On October 28, 2025, the Province held a technical briefing for Bill 60 to present the
Bill’s contents and answer attendees’ questions. As part of this briefing, the Province
outlined their proposed amendments to the Municipal Act, 2001 under Bill 60 (Schedule
7), which will transfer jurisdiction of the water and sewage public utilities from the
Regional Municipality of Peel to the City of Mississauga, the City of Brampton, and the
Town of Caledon. Subsequent to this transfer, it was noted that the Minister intends to
designate a W.W.P.C. on behalf of the three aforementioned municipalities.
1.1 Proposed Legislation
The following provides a summary of the proposed legislation and commentary from the
Province’s recent Bill 60 technical briefing held on October 28, 2025:
1.1.1 Overview
The Minister may, by regulation, designate a corporation as a water and wastewater
public corporation to provide water and sewage services on behalf of the lower-tier
municipalities prescribed in the regulations. The W.W.P.C.A. describes the ability of
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public corporations to provide sewage services. Under the Municipal Act, 2001, the
definition of “sewage” includes the following:
• storm water and other drainage from land; and
• commercial wastes and industrial wastes that are disposed of in a sewage
system.
Unless the regulations limit the public corporations’ service delivery to water and
wastewater, storm water may be included as part of their scope.
Once a W.W.P.C. has been designated for a particular lower-tier municipality, the
municipality shall provide water and sewage services only through that water and
wastewater public corporation as of the date prescribed by the regulations.
Potential Impacts
This legislative proposal empowers the Minister to require municipalities to establish a
public corporation for water and sewage services without a prior local consultation
process. This differs from the process for creating a Municipal Service Corporation
(M.S.C.) under the Municipal Act, 2001, which requires several steps prior to
establishing an M.S.C. (i.e., creating a business case, consulting with the community,
etc.).
It is noted that the W.W.P.C.A. appears to be directed at lower-tier municipalities only,
with the City of Mississauga, the City of Brampton, and the Town of Caledon being the
first to be affected (pending the transfer of water and wastewater jurisdiction from Peel
Region). The Province, however, does have the authority to amend the Municipal Act to
revise jurisdictional responsibility, as well as designate W.W.P.C.s for any other
municipality in the future.
1.1.2 Governance and Ownership
A W.W.P.C. is proposed to have the following governance and ownership framework:
• The W.W.P.C.s will not act as agents of the Crown, local boards, or similar
entities.
• In accordance with regulations, the W.W.P.C.s can issue shares and dividends.
• Municipal councils will be required to transfer assets and other prescribed items
to the W.W.P.C.
• The W.W.P.C. will be governed by a board of directors, with rules for its creation
and operation set out in the regulations.
• Roles and responsibilities of directors, officers, and shareholders will be
governed by regulation and associated agreements.
• Municipalities may provide assistance to a W.W.P.C. without violating the
bonusing provisions under section 106 of the Municipal Act, 2001.
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• The Crown, its representatives, or representatives of the designated
municipalities will be immune from liability.
Potential Impacts
At the outset, the governance and ownership structure of the W.W.P.C., including the
transfer of assets and assistance from municipalities, appears to be similar to M.S.C.s
under the Municipal Act, 2001. Both types of corporations can be governed by a board
of directors or trustees appointed by the municipal government or elected by
shareholders.
An M.S.C. that provides water or wastewater services, however, cannot be owned
(wholly or partially) by a private person.[1] This restriction on ownership does not appear
to be contained within the draft W.W.P.C.A., and it is unclear whether this will be
addressed in the regulations. Under the Safe Drinking Water Act, 2002, the owner and
operating authority are responsible for the standard of care of the municipal drinking
water system. If the regulations allow for ownership by a private person, then that
responsibility may fall on the officers and directors of the W.W.P.C.
Subject to legal review, the W.W.P.C.A. appears to remove liability from the Crown, its
representatives, or representatives of the designated municipalities. This immunity does
not appear to be consistent with the Safe Drinking Water Act, 2002.
Additionally, the W.W.P.C. is not considered a local board, except as prescribed by the
regulations. If the W.W.P.C.’s status is not considered a local board for the purposes of
the Development Charges Act, 1997 (D.C.A.), then it will be unable to utilize
development charges for its growth-related infrastructure. In contrast, an M.S.C. is
considered a local board if it is wholly owned by the municipality (section 21 (3) of
O. Reg. 599/06). While it is unclear whether a lower-tier municipality can continue to
collect development charges on behalf of the W.W.P.C., the proposed legislation does
allow for the W.W.P.C. to impose charges and, at present, there appear to be no
restrictions on the imposition of a capital charge on new developments beyond the rules
of the D.C.A.
Furthermore, a municipality’s debt capacity and annual repayment limit are based on a
calculation of 25% of its own-source revenues, which include property taxes, grants,
water, wastewater, and other user fees. If, however, the water and wastewater services
are transferred from the lower-tier municipalities to a W.W.P.C., then this will effectively
reduce the overall revenues for municipalities, resulting in lower debt capacity and
annual repayment limits. For municipalities that rely on their water and wastewater
revenues to allow for a higher proportion of their debt to be related to other municipal
[1] Subsection 18 (5) of Ontario Regulation 599/06.
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services, this may result in those municipalities exceeding the 25% annual repayment
limit.
1.1.3 Fees and Charges
W.W.P.C.s will have the authority to impose and collect fees or charges and other
powers prescribed by regulation. They may be required to submit rate plans and other
plans to the Minister, as prescribed. The Minister may approve, refuse, or require
amendments to those plans. If the Minister does not undertake one of the
aforementioned three steps within the prescribed time period, the rate plan is deemed to
be approved.
Uncollected fees and charges are considered debts, and unpaid amounts may be
added to the municipal tax roll and collected in the same manner as taxes. Regulations
may establish procedures and priority lien status.
Potential Impacts
The ability for a W.W.P.C. to prepare a rate plan and impose fees and charges is similar
to the current practice for municipal water and wastewater systems.
The current rate-setting process typically involves a rate study that requires Council
approval and adoption of the water and wastewater rates. The proposed process under
the W.W.P.C.A. allows a W.W.P.C. to set fees and charges, but the Minister can require
submission of the rate plans for approval or refusal via regulations. It is unclear whether
the rate-setting process will be transparent to the general public and whether profit
margins are factored into the imposed rates.
Regarding the uncollected fees and charges, which are considered debt and added to
the municipal tax roll, this may result in additional administrative time and costs for
affected municipalities. Municipalities may also require legal advice for imposing taxes
to recover for a service they no longer provide or own.
We would note that subsection 7 (1) of the W.W.P.C.A. appears to have an error where
it states “waste” rather than “water”:
7 (1) “If the regulations so provide, a waste and wastewater public
corporation shall submit to the Minister a rate plan for fees or charges
specified in the regulations and any other plans prescribed by the
regulations.” (emphasis added)
1.1.4 Reporting
A W.W.P.C. shall submit to the Minister an annual report, including audited financial
statements and such other reports and information as may be prescribed by the
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regulations. A W.W.P.C. may be required by the Minister to examine, report, and advise
on any question respecting water and sewage services.
Potential Impacts
The reporting requirements appear to be similar to current practices undertaken by
municipalities. It also appears that the municipal drinking water licence applications (i.e.,
drinking water works permit, operational plan, accreditation, financial plan, and permit to
take water) may be the responsibility of the W.W.P.C.
2. Concluding Remarks
The proposed W.W.P.C.A. appears to be similar to an M.S.C. in its intent to assist
municipalities with the operations and administration of municipal services. There are
key distinctions, however, between the proposed W.W.P.C. and a water and
wastewater M.S.C., including:
• Shares and voting rights for an M.S.C. shall not be given to a private person,
whereas a W.W.P.C. opens the possibility for private ownership.
• An M.S.C. can be considered a local board for development charge purposes,
whereas a W.W.P.C. appears not to be considered a local board (subject to
regulations).
• The creation of an M.S.C. requires a public consultation, whereas a W.W.P.C.
only requires a Minister’s designation.
Watson has concerns about a public utility, such as water and wastewater, being
privately owned. This could potentially introduce profit-seeking behaviour and result in
increased costs for customers.
While the status of a W.W.P.C. not being considered a local board for the purposes of
development charges may impact the ability to impose a development charge to fund
growth-related infrastructure (for both future and existing commitments), the W.W.P.C.
may have the ability to impose capital charges to recover the cost of growth-related
works. In the event that a separate capital charge is not imposed for new customers,
this may likely lead to increases in water and wastewater rates. Furthermore, it is
unclear how the proposed growth-related water and wastewater capital works currently
identified in the Region of Peel’s development charges study will be transitioned within
the W.W.P.C. framework.
Another concern with the W.W.P.C. is the removal of water and wastewater revenues
from a municipality’s debt capacity calculations. If water and wastewater services are
transferred from lower-tier municipalities to a W.W.P.C., this will effectively reduce the
overall revenues for municipalities, resulting in lower debt capacity and annual
repayment limits. For municipalities that rely on their water and wastewater revenues to
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allow for a higher proportion of their debt to be related to other municipal services, this
may result in those municipalities exceeding the 25% annual repayment limit.
Additionally, the ability of the Minister to designate a W.W.P.C. for any lower-tier
municipality beyond Peel Region, without public consultation, removes the municipal
council’s authority over a service that falls within their sphere of jurisdiction.
Furthermore, the Province can, at any time, amend the Municipal Act to change the
sphere of jurisdiction from existing upper-tier municipalities to their lower-tier
municipalities.
We will continue to monitor any changes and inform you of the potential impacts on
municipalities.
Should you have any questions, please contact any of the undersigned or send an
email to info@watsonecon.ca.
Yours very truly,
WATSON & ASSOCIATES ECONOMISTS LTD.
Andrew Grunda, MBA, CPA, CMA, CEO
Peter Simcisko, BA (Hons), MBE, Managing Partner
Sean-Michael Stephen, MBA, Managing Partner
Daryl Abbs, BA (Hons), MBE, PLE, Managing Partner
Jamie Cook, MCIP, RPP, PLE, Managing Partner
Jack Ammendolia, BES, PLE, Managing Partner
234-2025-4982
November 25, 2025
Dear Head of Council:
Through the Protect Ontario by Building Faster and Smarter Act, 2025 (Bill 17), which
received Royal Assent on June 5, 2025, changes were made to the Planning Act that
will help streamline and standardize municipal development processes.
This includes changes that enable the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, by
regulation, to permit variation from a zoning by-law “as of right” if a proposal is within a
prescribed percentage of the required setback (the minimum distance a building or
structure must be from a property line) on specified lands. This new authority was
intended to reduce planning applications for minor variances.
Today, our government announced further action to streamline planning approvals by
exercising my authority established under Bill 17 to amend Ontario Regulation 545/06
(Zoning By-laws, Holding By-laws and Interim Control By-laws) to allow variations to be
permitted “as-of-right” if a proposal is within 10% of setback requirements applicable to
specified lands. Specified lands include any parcel of urban residential lands outside of
the Greenbelt Area, and exclude areas such as hazardous lands, and lands near
shorelines and railways. These changes in Ontario Regulation 257/25 were filed on
November 21, 2025 and took effect upon filing.
Any variances sought beyond the prescribed percentage of the setback requirement
would be subject to the usual minor variance or rezoning approval process and other
zoning standards (e.g., height limits, etc.) would continue to apply, helping to mitigate
potential land use compatibility issues.
This “as-of-right” permission is intended to remove the need for certain variances that
are the most minor in nature, resulting in fewer applications submitted and fewer
hearings for minor variances before a municipal committee of adjustment for these
proposals.
The proposed regulation works with the Additional Residential Units regulation (Ontario
Regulation 299/19) to help create additional residential units, such as basement suites,
by eliminating additional barriers related to setbacks.
… /2
Ministry of
Municipal Affairs
and Housing
Office of the Minister
777 Bay Street, 17th Floor
Toronto ON M7A 2J3
Tel.: 416 585-7000
Ministère des
Affaires municipales
et du Logement
Bureau du ministre
777, rue Bay, 17e étage
Toronto (Ontario) M7A 2J3
Tél.: 416 585-7000
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We look forward to continued collaboration with our municipal partners as we work
together to achieve our goal of building the homes that Ontarians need.
Sincerely,
Hon. Robert J. Flack
Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing
c. Robert Dodd, Chief of Staff, Municipal Affairs and Housing (MMAH)
Martha Greenberg, Deputy Minister, MMAH
David McLean, Assistant Deputy Minister, Housing Planning and Policy Division,
MMAH
Municipal Chief Administrative Officer
Ministry of Emergency
Preparedness and Response
Office of the Minister
438 University Ave., 14th Floor
Toronto ON M5G 2K8
Ministère de la Protection civile
et de l’Intervention en cas d'urgence
Bureau de la ministre
438, av. University, 14e étage
Toronto ON M5G 2K8
DATE:
November 18, 2025
MEMORANDUM TO:
Ontario Corps Partners and Community Emergency Management
Coordinators
SUBJECT:
FPT Meeting on Emergency Management
Dear partners,
Last week I had the honour of co-chairing the Federal-Provincial-Territorial ministers meeting
responsible for emergency management in Toronto. I am writing to highlight the collaborative
efforts underway among leaders across Canada to protect Ontario and all of Canada. The
meeting served as a platform to advance coordinated approaches to emergency management,
engaging government and Indigenous leadership in meaningful dialogue and shared action.
Throughout our discussions, we addressed challenging topics with purpose – lessons learned
from this summer’s significant wildland fire season, civilian response capabilities,
communications infrastructure and our approach to the renewal of our national emergency
management strategy. Many of us also highlighted our own volunteer-based initiatives, such as
Ontario Corps, to build opportunities for a pan-Canadian approach to civilian involvement
through work with volunteers and partner organizations.
We also launched the call for nominations for the Emergency Management Exemplary Service
Award, which will run until April 30, 2026. This prestigious award recognizes individuals and
groups for their work to prevent, prepare for, respond to and recover from emergencies. If you
have someone in Ontario that you would like to nominate, visit Ontario.ca/EMESA.
These discussions reinforced that emergency management is a national priority, reflecting a
shared commitment among all partners to protect communities and strengthen resilience across
Canada.
As this work progresses, we remain committed to keeping all partners informed and engaged,
ensuring transparency and continued collaboration across all levels of government and
Indigenous leadership. I look forward to continuing this important work together in the months
ahead.
Sincerely,
The Honourable Jill Dunlop
Minister of Emergency Preparedness and Response
Sent Via Email
November 17, 2025 File: 1.4.5.1
Thomas Thayer, CAO tthayer@bayham.on.ca
Re: 30-Day Notice to Affected Municipalities – 2026 Draft LPRCA Budget
Dear Mr. Thayer,
The Board of Directors budget meeting was held on Thursday, November 13, 2025. The Draft 2026 LPRCA Operating and Capital Budgets were recommended to be circulated to member
municipalities for review and comment. The proposed overall increase for the municipal levy is $0.00 or 0.00% versus last year’s increase of 2.58%.
The overall municipal support requested for the 2026 operating budget of $6,370,228 is $2,238,181 representing an increase in the general levy of 0.02% or $500. The overall municipal support requested for the 2026 capital budget of $1,199,455 is $157,000 representing a decrease in the general levy of -0.32% or $500. The municipal levy is calculated using the Modified Current Value Assessment provided by the Ministry of Natural Resources as outlined in Ontario Regulation 402/22. Specific municipal levy allocation can be found in attachment 4.
Ontario Regulation 402/22 calls for a 30-day notice to affected municipal partners in order for them to consider and provide comment regarding the draft budget. The Regulation also requires that the notice be accompanied by the financial information used to determine that levy. As such, please find attached the following information on LPRCA’s budgets for its member municipalities:
1. 2026 Draft Consolidated Budget Summary2. 2026 Draft Consolidated Operating Budget3.LPRCA 2026 Municipal Levy – Consolidated - Draft4.Five Year Summary by Municipality of Levy Apportioned by CVA %
LPRCA is requesting any comments regarding the Draft 2026 Budget to be forwarded to this office no later than 4 p.m., Friday, December 19th, 2025.
The weighted vote for the Final 2026 LPRCA Budget will take place the evening of Wednesday, January 7th, 2026 as part of the regular meeting of the LPRCA Board of Directors.
If your officials request a presentation of the Draft 2026 Budget, we would be pleased to present at your Councils earliest convenience on behalf of the LPRCA Board of Directors. If you have any questions or need further information, please contact Aaron LeDuc, Manager of Corporate Services at aleduc@lprca.on.ca or 519-842-4242, ext. 224.
Sincerely,
Judy Maxwell
General Manager
cc.Lorne James, TreasurerSandra McQuiggan, Finance ClerkMeagan Elliott, ClerkEncl. (4)
2023 2024 2025 2025 2026
Actual Actual Sept 30 YTD Budget Budget
$$$$$$%
Total Operating Expenditures 5,706,284 6,022,736 4,172,733 6,082,265 6,370,228 287,963 4.7%84.2%
Total Capital Expenditures *349,326 349,326 170,336 808,864 1,199,455 390,591 48.3%15.8%
Total Expenditures 6,055,610 6,372,062 4,343,069 6,891,129 7,569,683 678,554 9.85%100.0%
SOURCES OF REVENUE
Municipal Levy - Operating 2,164,617 2,174,447 1,678,261 2,237,681 2,238,181 500 0.02%29.6%
Municipal Levy - Capital 349,326 349,326 368,550 157,500 157,000 (500) -0.32%2.1%
Municipal Levy - Total 2,513,943 2,523,773 2,046,811 2,395,181 2,395,181 0 0.00% 31.64%
Municipal Levy - Special Norfolk - - - 100,000 260,000 160,000 160.00%3.4%
Total Municipal Levy 2,513,943 2,523,773 2,046,811 2,495,181 2,655,181 160,000 6.41% 35.08%
Provincial Funding 73,440 38,861 10,668 4,500 4,500 - 0.0%0.1%
MNR Grant 35,229 35,229 35,229 35,229 35,229 - 0.0%0.5%
MNR WECI & Municipal Funding 56,387 69,971 - 147,500 135,000 (12,500) 0.0%1.8%
Federal Funding 42,758 8,295 - 10,585 25,559 14,974 141.5%0.3%
User Fees 3,306,904 3,442,048 3,293,151 3,369,136 3,465,785 96,649 2.9%45.8%
Community Support 797,313 792,905 807,157 642,544 613,038 (29,506) (4.6%)8.1%
Interest on Investments 23,813 33,769 - - - - 0.0%0.0%
Land Donation - - - - - - 0.0%0.0%
Gain on Sale of Assets 11,271 - 15,328 15,328 - (15,328) 0.0%0.0%
Contribution from(to) Reserves (805,450) (572,790) - 186,455 635,391 448,936 240.8%8.4%
TOTAL REVENUE 6,055,610 6,372,062 6,208,344 6,906,457 7,569,683 663,226 9.60% 100.0%
* The Capital Expenditures in the 2026 Draft Budget are proposed to be funded by Municipal Levy of $157,000.
**Special Levy of $260,000 to Norfolk County.
Long Point Region Conservation Authority
2026 DRAFT Consolidated Budget Summary
2026 Change from % of Approved
Budget2025 Budget
Attachment 1
2023 2024 2025 2025 2026
Actual Actual Sept 30 YTD Budget Draft Budget
$$ $$$%
Program:
Watershed Planning and Technical Services 473,215 481,055 324,180 506,160 497,990 (8,170) (1.6%)- 40,830
Watershed Flood Control Services 373,087 395,486 130,837 368,890 386,914 18,024 4.9%- 3,024
Healthy Watershed Services 273,472 285,601 189,848 229,726 218,079 (11,647) (5.1%)- (2,852)
Conservation Authority Lands 418,652 507,883 377,058 738,447 782,315 43,868 5.9% 5,765 34,801
Communication and Marketing Services 68,768 97,510 74,595 122,411 125,663 3,252 2.7%- 2,002
Backus Heritage and Education Services 317,138 310,351 211,866 334,746 328,803 (5,943) (1.8%)- 2,457
Conservation Parks Management Services 1,625,798 1,725,711 1,381,791 1,713,973 1,864,790 150,817 8.8%- No levy
Public Forest Land Management Services 344,037 358,754 265,454 319,295 326,511 7,216 2.3% 2,511 No levy
Private Forest Land Management Services 116,074 92,887 67,242 147,394 159,603 12,210 8.3%- No levy
Maintenance OperationsServices 454,620 485,362 274,888 407,898 451,462 43,564 10.7%- 27,284
Corporate Services 1,241,423 1,282,135 874,974 1,193,325 1,228,097 34,772 2.9% 136,660 (107,046)
Total Program Expenditures 5,706,284 6,022,736 4,172,733 6,082,265 6,370,228 287,963 4.7% 144,936 500
Objects of Expenses:
Staff Expenses 3,086,063 3,467,652 2,511,069 3,898,139 4,148,928 250,789 6.4%
Staff Related Expenses 41,698 32,834 26,524 49,775 44,925 (4,850) (9.7%)
Materials and Supplies 330,194 314,802 300,628 360,888 388,878 27,989 7.8%
Purchased Services 1,855,278 1,777,659 1,227,625 1,647,616 1,662,366 14,750 0.9%
Equipment 43,680 45,949 48,639 55,725 54,225 (1,500) (2.7%)
Other 66,652 63,299 58,248 70,122 70,906 784 1.1%
Amortization 282,719 320,540 - - - - 0.0%
Total Expenditures 5,706,284 6,022,736 4,172,733 6,082,265 6,370,228 287,963 4.7%
Sources of Revenue:-
Municipal Levy - Operating 2,164,617 2,174,447 1,678,261 2,237,681 2,238,181 500 0.02%
Provincial Funding 73,440 38,861 10,668 4,500 4,500 - 0.0%
MNR Grant 35,229 35,229 35,229 35,229 35,229 - 0.0%
MNR WECI & Municipal Funding 56,387 69,971 - - - - 0.0%
Federal Funding 42,758 8,295 - 10,585 25,559 14,974 141.5%
User Fees 3,306,904 3,442,048 3,293,151 3,369,136 3,465,785 96,649 2.9%
Community Support 797,313 792,905 807,157 642,544 613,038 (29,506) (4.6%)
Interest on Investments 23,813 33,769 - - - - 0.0%
Land Donation - - - - - - 0.0%
Gain on Sale of Assets 11,271 - 15,328 - - - 0.0%
Contribution from (to) Reserves (805,450) (572,790) - 5,346 144,936 139,590 2,611.0%
Transfer from/(to) Current Year Surplus - - - 0 0 (0) 0.0%
Total Revenue 5,706,284 6,022,736 5,839,794 6,305,020 6,527,228 222,207 3.5%
Surplus - current year - - 1,667,061 222,755 157,000 (65,755) (29.5%)
Long Point Region Conservation Authority
2026 DRAFT Consolidated Operating Budget
2026 Change from Contribution
(to) from
Reserves $
Increase to
Levy $2025 Budget
Attachment 2
PER CAPITA PER CAPITA
OPERATING CAPITAL TOTAL (Watershed) (Municipality)
Haldimand County $326,076 $22,873 $348,949 $23.29 $8.15
Norfolk County $1,129,071 $79,200 $1,208,271 $23.54 $22.36
Norwich Twp.$158,549 $11,122 $169,670 $27.11 $20.06
South-West Oxford Twp.$45,436 $3,187 $48,623 $27.84 $8.35
Tillsonburg $296,759 $20,816 $317,575 $22.21 $22.21
Total Oxford County $500,743 $35,125 $535,868
Brant County $166,170 $11,656 $177,826 $31.76 $5.43
Bayham Municipality $100,351 $7,039 $107,390 $19.77 $19.77
Malahide Township $15,770 $1,106 $16,876 $25.61 $2.56
$2,238,181 $157,000 $2,395,181 $23.88 $14.08
Increase over 2025 $500 ($500)$0
Per Capita Increase over 2025 $0.00 ($0.00) $0.00
LPRCA 2026 MUNICIPAL LEVY - CONSOLIDATED - DRAFT
MUNICIPALITY
LEVY AMOUNTS
Attachment 3
LPRCA
Draft Budget Operating Levy Draft Budget Capital Levy Draft Budget Total Levy
2,238,181$ $157,000 $2,395,181
Municipality Year
Haldimand
County 2022 $245,330 14.23%$5,239 2.25% $54,309 14.23%$938 1.72% $299,638 14.23%$6,177 2.15%
2023 $302,661 14.42%$57,331 23.37% $21,624 14.42%($32,685)-60.18% $324,284 14.42%$24,646 8.23%
2024 $308,299 14.37%$5,638 1.86% $27,144 14.37%$5,520 25.53% $335,443 14.37%$11,159 3.44%
2025 $324,627 14.51%$16,328 5.30% $22,849 14.51%($4,295)-15.82% $347,476 14.51%$12,034 3.59%
2026 $326,076 14.57%$1,449 0.45% $22,873 14.57%$24 0.11% $348,949 14.57%$1,473 0.42%
Norfolk
County 2022 $901,067 52.26%$18,883 2.18% $199,470 52.26%$3,364 1.65% $1,100,537 52.26%$22,247 2.08%
2023 $1,088,124 51.83%$187,057 20.76% $77,741 51.83%($121,729)-61.03% $1,165,865 51.83%$65,328 5.94%
2024 $1,102,753 51.39%$14,629 1.34% $97,091 51.39%$19,350 24.89% $1,199,844 51.39%$33,978 2.91%
2025 $1,136,959 50.81%$34,206 3.10% $80,025 50.81%($17,066)-17.58% $1,216,984 50.81%$17,140 1.43%
2026 $1,129,071 50.45%($7,887)-0.69% $79,200 50.45%($825)-1.03% $1,208,271 50.45%($8,712)-0.72%
Oxford
County*2022 $368,308 21.36%$7,699 2.20% $81,533 21.36%$1,371 1.67% $449,841 21.36%$9,070 2.10%
2023 $451,909 21.52%$83,601 22.70% $32,287 21.52%($49,246)-60.40% $484,196 21.52%$34,355 7.64%
2024 $469,365 21.87%$17,456 3.86% $41,325 21.87%$9,038 27.99% $510,690 21.87%$26,494 5.47%
2025 $497,571 22.24%$28,207 6.01% $35,022 22.24%($6,303)-15.25% $532,593 22.24%$21,904 4.29%
2026 $500,743 22.37%$3,172 0.64% $35,125 22.37%$104 0.30% $535,868 22.37%$3,275 0.61%
Brant
County 2022 $119,089 6.91%$4,159 3.78% $26,363 6.91%$814 3.15% $145,452 6.91%$4,974 3.66%
2023 $147,095 7.01%$28,006 23.52% $10,509 7.01%($15,854)-60.14% $157,605 7.01%$12,153 8.36%
2024 $152,855 7.12%$5,760 3.92% $13,458 7.12%$2,949 28.06% $166,313 7.12%$8,709 5.53%
2025 $162,960 7.28%$10,104 6.61% $11,470 7.28%($1,988)-14.77% $174,429 7.28%$8,116 4.88%
2026 $166,170 7.42%$3,210 1.97% $11,656 7.42%$186 1.62% $177,826 7.42%$3,396 1.95%
Bayham
Municipality 2022 $77,927 4.52%$1,256 1.68% $17,251 4.52%$207 1.18% $95,177 4.52%$1,463 1.58%
2023 $94,466 4.50%$16,539 21.22% $6,749 4.50%($10,502)-59.78% $101,215 4.50%$6,038 6.34%
2024 $97,190 4.53%$2,724 2.88% $8,557 4.53%$1,808 10.61% $105,747 4.53%$4,532 4.48%
2025 $99,651 4.45%$2,461 2.53% $7,014 4.45%($1,543)-8.94% $106,665 4.45%$918 0.87%
2026 $100,351 4.48%$700 0.70% $7,039 4.48%$25 0.37% $107,390 4.48%$725 0.68%
Malahide `
Township 2022 $12,538 0.74%$594 5.00% $2,775 0.74%($17)-0.62% $15,313 0.74%$576 3.93%
2023 $15,255 0.73%$79 0.66% $1,090 0.73%$6 0.21% $16,345 0.73%$84 0.58%
2024 $15,502 0.73%$2,717 21.67% $1,365 0.73%($1,686)-60.73% $16,867 0.73%$1,032 7.04%
2025 $15,913 0.72%$247 1.62% $1,120 0.72%$275 25.23% $17,033 0.72%$522 3.43%
2026 $15,770 0.70%($144)-0.90% $1,106 0.70%($14)-1.24% $16,876 0.70%($158)-0.96%
2026 $2,238,181 $500 0.02%$157,000 ($500)-0.32%$2,395,181 $0 0.00%
% Increase
Year over
Year
5 Year Summary by Municipality of Levy Apportioned by CVA %
Municipal Levy - Operating Municipal Levy - Capital Municipal Levy - Combined
Amount of
Levy Share
% of Total
Levy*
$ Increase
Year over
Year
% Increase
Year over
Year
Amount of Levy
Share
% of Total
Levy*
$ Increase
Year over
Year
% Increase
Year over
Year
Amount of
Levy Share
% of Total
Levy*
$ Increase
Year over
Year
Attachment 4
Operating Capital Combined
2022 1,724,258$ 381,700$ 2,105,959$
2023 2,099,510$ 375,251$ 21.76%150,000$ (231,700)$ -60.70% 2,249,510$ 143,551$ 6.82%
2024 2,145,963$ 46,453$ 2.21%188,940$ 38,940$ 25.96% 2,334,903$ 85,393$ 3.80%
2025 2,237,681$ 91,718$ 4.27%157,500$ (31,440)$ -16.64% 2,395,181$ 60,278$ 2.58%
2026 2,238,181$ 500$ 0.02%157,000$ (500)$ -0.32% 2,395,181$ 0$ 0.00%
Total 10,445,592$ 1,035,140$ 11,480,733$
Notes: Operating Notes: Capital Notes: Combined
2022 $17.71 per capita 2022 $3.92 per capita 2022 $22.94 per capita
2023 $21.41 per capita 2023 $1.53 per capita 2023 $22.94 per capita
2024 $21.65 per capita 2024 $1.91 per capita 2024 $23.56 per capita
2025 $22.40 per capita 2025 $1.58 per capita 2025 $23.98 per capita
2026 $22.32 per capita 2026 $1.57 per capita 2026 $23.88 per capita
Oxford County Apportionment:Oxford County Apportionment:Oxford County Apportionment:
Norwich Twp. 158,549$ Norwich Twp. 11,122$ Norwich Twp. 169,670$
South-West Oxford 45,436$ South-West Oxford 3,187$ South-West Oxford 48,623$
Tillsonburg 296,759$ Tillsonburg 20,816$ Tillsonburg 317,575$
500,743$ 35,125$ 535,868$
2025
Long Point Region Conservation AuthorityBoard of Directors
Draft Budget Package
2026
November 13, 2025
About
Long Point Region Conservation Authority (LPRCA) is a special purpose environmental body tasked with conserving natural resources for economic, social and environmental benefits and protecting people and
property within the Long Point Region watershed from flooding, erosion and other natural hazards. Committed to working together to shape the future wellbeing of our watershed, LPRCA provides our eight member municipalities with watershed-based programs and services, and participates actively in collaborative
partnerships with landowners, community organizations and all levels of government.
LPRCA was formed in 1971 as a result of the amalgamation of the Big Creek Region (1948-1970) and Otter Creek (1954-1970) Conservation Authorities. Our area of responsibility, the Long Point Region watershed, is home to approximately 99,000 people and covers an area of 2,782 square kilometers. This watershed encompasses the entire Municipality of Bayham and the Town of Tillsonburg; most of Norfolk County; and portions of Haldimand County, the County of Brant, the Township of Norwich, and the Townships of Malahide and South-West Oxford.
LPRCA provides quality of life and value-added services to residents through our programs. Services offered
include watershed management, erosion control and mitigation, flood forecasting and warning, water quality and quantity monitoring, plan input and review, environmental education and land stewardship. LPRCA owns and manages over 11,000 acres of land throughout the watershed, preserving and improving the health of the
region and providing recreational opportunities to watershed residents and visitors.
Funded through municipal levy, revenue-generating activities and provincial support for government-mandated services, LPRCA's science-based integrated watershed management addresses the unique needs of the Long
Point Region watershed, protecting and enhancing the varied natural landscapes, ecosystems and natural areas and ensuring a thriving, resilient and economically sustainable watershed for generations to come.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2026 DRAFT BUDGET 2
About ......................................................................................................................................... 2 Introduction .......... ..................................................................................................................... 4
Budget Reports .......................................................................................................................... 5 Consolidated Operating Budget ...................................................................................... 5 Consolidated Budget Summary ....................................................................................... 6 Municipal Levy – Consolidated ........................................................................................ 7 Capital Levy by Municipality ............................................................................................ 8
Current Value Assessment Apportionment (2026) .......................................................... 9 Current Value Assessment Apportionment (2025) ........................................................ 10 5 Year Summary by Municipality of Levy Apportionment ............................................. 11 Watershed Planning and Technical Services Budget .............................................................. 13 Technical and Planning Service User Fees ................................................................... 15
Ontario Regulation 41/24 Permit Fee Schedule ............................................................ 16 Planning Act Review Fee Schedule .............................................................................. 17 Watershed Flood Control Services Budget .............................................................................. 18 Healthy Watershed Services Budget ....................................................................................... 19 Conservation Authority Lands Budget ...................................................................................... 20
Forestry Fee Schedule .................................................................................................. 21 Lee Brown Marsh Fee Schedule ................................................................................... 21 Lands and Waters Fee Schedule .................................................................................. 21 Communication and Marketing Services Budget ..................................................................... 22
Backus Heritage and Education Services Budget .................................................................... 23
Conservation Parks Management Services Budget ................................................................. 24 Conservation Area User Fees ....................................................................................... 25 Public Forest Land Management Services Budget .................................................................. 27 Private Forest Land Management Services Budget ................................................................. 28
Maintenance Operation Services Budget ................................................................................. 29
Corporate Services Budget ...................................................................................................... 30 Corporate Services Fee Schedule ................................................................................ 30 Capital Budget Summary – 2026 ............................................................................................. 31 Capital Budget Summary – 2026–2030 ................................................................................... 32
2026-2034 Flood Control Structures Capital Summary ............................................................ 33
Watershed Services Capital Project Detail Sheets .................................................................. 41 Conservation Authority Lands Capital Project Detail Sheets ................................................... 44 Backus Heritage and Education Services Capital Project Detail Sheets .................................. 48Conservation Parks Management Services Capital Project Detail Sheets ............................... 49
Maintenance Operation Services Capital Project Detail Sheets .............................................. 56
Corporate Services Capital Project Detail Sheets .................................................................... 60 Schedule of Land Holdings 2025 ............................................................................................. 61 Appendix A: Fee Schedules ..................................................................................................... 66 Planning Act Review Fee Schedule ............................................................................ ..66
Ontario Regulation 41/24 Permit Fee Schedule .......................................................... ..67
Conservation Area User Fees .......................................................................................69 Corporate Services Fee Schedule ................................................................................71Forestry Fee Schedule ..................................................................................................71 Lee Brown Marsh Fee Schedule ...................................................................................71 Lands and Waters Fee Schedule ..................................................................................71
Table of Contents
BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2026 DRAFT BUDGET 3
Introduction
The Audit and Finance Committee met on August 8th, 2025 and budget direction wasprovided to prepare the Draft 2026 Budget with a maximum upside target increase to
the municipal levy of 4.0%.
The draft 2026 operating budget in the amount of $6,370,228 requiring $2,238,181 of
general levy representing an increase in the general levy of 0.02% or $500.
The proposed 2026 capital budget of $1,199,455 requiring $157,000 of general levy
representing a decrease in the general capital levy of -0.32% or $500.
The combined total general municipal levy of $2,395,181 requiring an increase of
0.00% or $0.00 overall compared to 2025.
The 2026 budget includes a special levy of $260,000 for Norfolk County.
The 2026 operating budget includes a surplus of $157,000 that will fund the capital
acquisition of motor pool equipment & vehicles.
The Draft Operating Budget of $6,370,228 delivers the support to continue the
programs and services provided throughout the watershed. The 2026 Draft Capital
Budget represents an investment of $1,199,455 into capital infrastructure, technology
improvements and studies to provide programs and services. The 2026 draft budget
provides the organization with the resources necessary to provide quality services and
experience to visitors and residents of the watershed and value to our municipal
partners and stakeholders.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2026 DRAFT BUDGET 4
2023 2024 2025 2025 2026
Actual Actual Sept 30 YTD Budget Draft Budget$$ $$$%
Program:
Watershed Planning and Technical Services 473,215 481,055 324,180 506,160 497,990 (8,170) (1.6%)- 40,830 Watershed Flood Control Services 373,087 395,486 130,837 368,890 386,914 18,024 4.9%- 3,024 Healthy Watershed Services 273,472 285,601 189,848 229,726 218,079 (11,647) (5.1%)- (2,852)
Conservation Authority Lands 418,652 507,883 377,058 738,447 782,315 43,868 5.9%5,765 34,801
Communication and Marketing Services 68,768 97,510 74,595 122,411 125,663 3,252 2.7%- 2,002
Backus Heritage and Education Services 317,138 310,351 211,866 334,746 328,803 (5,943) (1.8%)- 2,457 Conservation Parks Management Services 1,625,798 1,725,711 1,381,791 1,713,973 1,864,790 150,817 8.8%- No levyPublic Forest Land Management Services 344,037 358,754 265,454 319,295 326,511 7,216 2.3%2,511 No levyPrivate Forest Land Management Services 116,074 92,887 67,242 147,394 159,603 12,210 8.3%- No levy
Maintenance OperationsServices 454,620 485,362 274,888 407,898 451,462 43,564 10.7%- 27,284
Corporate Services 1,241,423 1,282,135 874,974 1,193,325 1,228,097 34,772 2.9% 136,660 (107,046)
Total Program Expenditures 5,706,284 6,022,736 4,172,733 6,082,265 6,370,228 287,963 4.7% 144,936 500
Objects of Expenses:
Staff Expenses 3,086,063 3,467,652 2,511,069 3,898,139 4,148,928 250,789 6.4%Staff Related Expenses 41,698 32,834 26,524 49,775 44,925 (4,850) (9.7%)Materials and Supplies 330,194 314,802 300,628 360,888 388,878 27,989 7.8%
Purchased Services 1,855,278 1,777,659 1,227,625 1,647,616 1,662,366 14,750 0.9%
Equipment 43,680 45,949 48,639 55,725 54,225 (1,500) (2.7%)
Other 66,652 63,299 58,248 70,122 70,906 784 1.1%
Amortization 282,719 320,540 - - - - 0.0%
Total Expenditures 5,706,284 6,022,736 4,172,733 6,082,265 6,370,228 287,963 4.7%
Sources of Revenue:-
Municipal Levy - Operating 2,164,617 2,174,447 1,678,261 2,237,681 2,238,181 500 0.02%Provincial Funding 73,440 38,861 10,668 4,500 4,500 - 0.0%
MNR Grant 35,229 35,229 35,229 35,229 35,229 - 0.0%
MNR WECI & Municipal Funding 56,387 69,971 - - - - 0.0%
Federal Funding 42,758 8,295 - 10,585 25,559 14,974 141.5%
User Fees 3,306,904 3,442,048 3,293,151 3,369,136 3,465,785 96,649 2.9%Community Support 797,313 792,905 807,157 642,544 613,038 (29,506) (4.6%)Interest on Investments 23,813 33,769 - - - - 0.0%
Land Donation - - - - - - 0.0%
Gain on Sale of Assets 11,271 - 15,328 - - - 0.0%
Contribution from (to) Reserves (805,450) (572,790) - 5,346 144,936 139,590 2,611.0%Transfer from/(to) Current Year Surplus - - - 0 0 (0) 0.0%
Total Revenue 5,706,284 6,022,736 5,839,794 6,305,020 6,527,228 222,207 3.5%
Surplus - current year - - 1,667,061 222,755 157,000 (65,755) (29.5%)
Long Point Region Conservation Authority
2026 DRAFT Consolidated Operating Budget
2026 Change from Contribution
(to) from
Reserves $
Increase to
Levy $2025 Budget
BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2026 DRAFT BUDGET 5
2023 2024 2025 2025 2026
Actual Actual Sept 30 YTD Budget Budget
$$$$$$%
Total Operating Expenditures 5,706,284 6,022,736 4,172,733 6,082,265 6,370,228 287,963 4.7%84.2%Total Capital Expenditures *349,326 349,326 170,336 808,864 1,199,455 390,591 48.3%15.8%
Total Expenditures 6,055,610 6,372,062 4,343,069 6,891,129 7,569,683 678,554 9.85%100.0%
SOURCES OF REVENUE
Municipal Levy - Operating 2,164,617 2,174,447 1,678,261 2,237,681 2,238,181 500 0.02%29.6%
Municipal Levy - Capital 349,326 349,326 368,550 157,500 157,000 (500) -0.32%2.1%
Municipal Levy - Total 2,513,943 2,523,773 2,046,811 2,395,181 2,395,181 0 0.00% 31.64%
Municipal Levy - Special Norfolk - - - 100,000 260,000 160,000 160.00%3.4%
Total Municipal Levy 2,513,943 2,523,773 2,046,811 2,495,181 2,655,181 160,000 6.41% 35.08%
Provincial Funding 73,440 38,861 10,668 4,500 4,500 - 0.0%0.1%
MNR Grant 35,229 35,229 35,229 35,229 35,229 - 0.0%0.5%MNR WECI & Municipal Funding 56,387 69,971 - 147,500 135,000 (12,500) 0.0%1.8%Federal Funding 42,758 8,295 - 10,585 25,559 14,974 141.5%0.3%
User Fees 3,306,904 3,442,048 3,293,151 3,369,136 3,465,785 96,649 2.9%45.8%Community Support 797,313 792,905 807,157 642,544 613,038 (29,506) (4.6%)8.1%
Interest on Investments 23,813 33,769 - - - - 0.0%0.0%
Land Donation - - - - - - 0.0%0.0%Gain on Sale of Assets 11,271 - 15,328 15,328 - (15,328) 0.0%0.0%Contribution from(to) Reserves (805,450) (572,790) - 186,455 635,391 448,936 240.8%8.4%
TOTAL REVENUE 6,055,610 6,372,062 6,208,344 6,906,457 7,569,683 663,226 9.60% 100.0%
* The Capital Expenditures in the 2026 Draft Budget are proposed to be funded by Municipal Levy of $157,000.
**Special Levy of $260,000 to Norfolk County.
Long Point Region Conservation Authority
2026 DRAFT Consolidated Budget Summary
2026 Change from % of Approved
Budget2025 Budget
BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2026 DRAFT BUDGET 6
PER CAPITA PER CAPITA
OPERATING CAPITAL TOTAL (Watershed) (Municipality)
Haldimand County $326,076 $22,873 $348,949 $23.29 $8.15
Norfolk County $1,129,071 $79,200 $1,208,271 $23.54 $22.36
Norwich Twp.$158,549 $11,122 $169,670 $27.11 $20.06South-West Oxford Twp.$45,436 $3,187 $48,623 $27.84 $8.35
Tillsonburg $296,759 $20,816 $317,575 $22.21 $22.21
Total Oxford County $500,743 $35,125 $535,868
Brant County $166,170 $11,656 $177,826 $31.76 $5.43
Bayham Municipality $100,351 $7,039 $107,390 $19.77 $19.77
Malahide Township $15,770 $1,106 $16,876 $25.61 $2.56
$2,238,181 $157,000 $2,395,181 $23.88 $14.08
Increase over 2025 $911.46 ($745) $167
Per Capita Increase over 2025 $0.01 ($0.01)$0.00
LPRCA 2026 MUNICIPAL LEVY - CONSOLIDATED - DRAFT
MUNICIPALITY
LEVY AMOUNTS
BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2026 DRAFT BUDGET 7
LPRCA
Haldimand Norfolk Norwich South-West Brant Bayham Malahide
Project County County Township Oxford Twp. Tillsonburg County Municipality Township Total
Watershed Services 14,569$ 50,446$ 7,084$ 2,030$ 13,259$ 7,424$ 4,484$ 705$ 100,000$
Conservation Authority Lands 6,119$ 21,187$ 2,975$ 853$ 5,569$ 3,118$ 1,883$ 296$ 42,000$
Conservation Parks Management Services -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$
Backus Heritage and Education Services -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$
Maintenance Operations Services -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$
Communication and Marketing Services -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$
Corporate Services 2,185$ 7,567$ 1,063$ 305$ 1,989$ 1,114$ 673$ 106$ 15,000$
TOTAL 22,873$ 79,200$ 11,122$ 3,187$ 20,816$ 11,656$ 7,039$ 1,106$ 157,000$
2026 Draft Capital Levy By Municipality Apportioned by CVA %
BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2026 DRAFT BUDGET 8BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2026 DRAFT BUDGET 8
Municipality % in CA Municipal Population
Municipal Population in
CA Jurisdiction
2023 Tax Year Current
Value Assessment
(CVA) (Modified)
2023 Tax Year CVA
(Modified) in CA
Jurisdiction
CVA Based
Apportionment
Percentage
County of Brant -463 79 304,261,549 52,028,725 0.1418%
Bayham M -62 62 21,078,965 21,078,965 0.0303%
Malahide Tp --13 -1 11,947,007 1,194,701 -0.0066%
Haldimand County -338 118 175,993,197 61,597,619 0.0615%
Norfolk County --80 -76 111,097,986 105,543,087 -0.3638%Norwich Tp -6 4 43,583,256 32,251,609 0.0422%
South-West Oxford Tp -54 16 6,739,665 2,021,900 -0.0265%
Tillsonburg T -210 210 68,223,370 68,223,370 0.1211%
TOTAL CHANGE 1040 413 742,924,995 343,939,975 0.00%
Long Point Region Conservation Authority
Levy Apportionment Data for 2026 (CVA)
Year over Year Analysis
Municipality % in CA Municipal Population
Municipal Population in
CA Jurisdiction
2024 Tax Year Current
Value Assessment
(CVA) (Modified)
2024 Tax Year CVA
(Modified) in CA
Jurisdiction
CVA Based
Apportionment
Percentage
17 32748 5,600 7.4243%
100 5431 5,431 4.4836%
10 6590 659 0.7046%
35 42799 14,980 14.5688%
95 54026 51,325 50.4459%
74 8459 6,260 7.0838%
30 5822 1,747 2.0300%
County of Brant
Bayham M
Malahide Tp
Haldimand County
Norfolk County
Norwich Tp
South-West Oxford Tp
Tillsonburg T 100 14297 14,297
8,261,080,919
853,104,505
1,340,609,606
7,920,129,193
10,103,660,718
1,821,426,826
1,287,536,995
2,522,808,423
1,412,644,837
853,104,505
134,060,961
2,772,045,218
9,598,477,682
1,347,855,851
386,261,099
2,522,808,423 13.2589%
170,172 100,298 19,027,258,575 100.00%
Long Point Region Conservation Authority
Levy Apportionment Data for 2026 (CVA)
BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2026 DRAFT BUDGET 9
Municipality % in CA Municipal Population
Municipal Population in
CA Jurisdiction
2023 Tax Year Current
Value Assessment
(CVA) (Modified)
2023 Tax Year CVA
(Modified) in CA
Jurisdiction
CVA Based
Apportionment
Percentage
17 32,285 5,521 7.2825%
100 5,369 5,369 4.4533%
10 6,603 660 0.7111%
35 42,461 14,861 14.5073%
95 54,106 51,401 50.8097%
74 8,453 6,255 7.0416%
30 5,768 1,730 2.0566%
County of Brant
Bayham M
Malahide Tp
Haldimand County
Norfolk County
Norwich Tp
South-West Oxford Tp
Tillsonburg T 100 14,087 14,087
7,956,819,370
832,025,540
1,328,662,599
7,744,135,997
9,992,562,732
1,777,843,570
1,280,797,330
2,454,585,053
1,360,616,112
832,025,540
132,866,260
2,710,447,599
9,492,934,595
1,315,604,242
384,239,199
2,454,585,053 13.1378%
169,132 99,885 18,683,318,600 100.00%
Levy Apportionment Data for 2025 (CVA)
BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2026 DRAFT BUDGET 10
LPRCA
Draft Budget Operating Levy Draft Budget Capital Levy Draft Budget Total Levy
2,238,181$ $157,000 $2,395,181
Municipality Year
Haldimand
County 2022 $245,330 14.23%$5,239 2.25% $54,309 14.23%$938 1.72% $299,638 14.23%$6,177 2.15%
2023 $302,661 14.42%$57,331 23.37% $21,624 14.42%($32,685) -60.18% $324,284 14.42%$24,646 8.23%
2024 $308,299 14.37%$5,638 1.86% $27,144 14.37%$5,520 25.53% $335,443 14.37%$11,159 3.44%
2025 $324,627 14.51%$16,328 5.30% $22,849 14.51%($4,295) -15.82% $347,476 14.51%$12,034 3.59%2026 $326,076 14.57%$1,449 0.45% $22,873 14.57%$24 0.11% $348,949 14.57%$1,473 0.42%
Norfolk
County 2022 $901,067 52.26%$18,883 2.18% $199,470 52.26%$3,364 1.65% $1,100,537 52.26%$22,247 2.08%
2023 $1,088,124 51.83%$187,057 20.76% $77,741 51.83%($121,729) -61.03% $1,165,865 51.83%$65,328 5.94%
2024 $1,102,753 51.39%$14,629 1.34% $97,091 51.39%$19,350 24.89% $1,199,844 51.39%$33,978 2.91%2025 $1,136,959 50.81%$34,206 3.10% $80,025 50.81%($17,066) -17.58% $1,216,984 50.81%$17,140 1.43%
2026 $1,129,071 50.45%($7,887)-0.69% $79,200 50.45%($825) -1.03% $1,208,271 50.45%($8,712) -0.72%
Oxford
County*2022 $368,308 21.36%$7,699 2.20% $81,533 21.36%$1,371 1.67% $449,841 21.36%$9,070 2.10%
2023 $451,909 21.52%$83,601 22.70% $32,287 21.52%($49,246) -60.40% $484,196 21.52%$34,355 7.64%
2024 $469,365 21.87%$17,456 3.86% $41,325 21.87%$9,038 27.99% $510,690 21.87%$26,494 5.47%
2025 $497,571 22.24%$28,207 6.01% $35,022 22.24%($6,303) -15.25% $532,593 22.24%$21,904 4.29%2026 $500,743 22.37%$3,172 0.64% $35,125 22.37%$104 0.30% $535,868 22.37%$3,275 0.61%
Brant
County 2022 $119,089 6.91%$4,159 3.78% $26,363 6.91%$814 3.15% $145,452 6.91%$4,974 3.66%
2023 $147,095 7.01%$28,006 23.52% $10,509 7.01%($15,854) -60.14% $157,605 7.01%$12,153 8.36%
2024 $152,855 7.12%$5,760 3.92% $13,458 7.12%$2,949 28.06% $166,313 7.12%$8,709 5.53%
2025 $162,960 7.28%$10,104 6.61% $11,470 7.28%($1,988) -14.77% $174,429 7.28%$8,116 4.88%
2026 $166,170 7.42%$3,210 1.97% $11,656 7.42%$186 1.62% $177,826 7.42%$3,396 1.95%
% Increase
Year over
Year
5 Year Summary by Municipality of Levy Apportioned by CVA %
Municipal Levy - Operating Municipal Levy - Capital Municipal Levy - Combined
Amount of
Levy Share
% of Total
Levy*
$ Increase
Year over Year
% Increase
Year over Year Amount of Levy Share % of Total Levy*
$ Increase
Year over Year
% Increase
Year over Year Amount of Levy Share % of Total Levy*
$ Increase
Year over Year
BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2026 DRAFT BUDGET 11BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2026 DRAFT BUDGET 11
BayhamMunicipality 2022 $77,927 4.52%$1,256 1.68% $17,251 4.52%$207 1.18% $95,177 4.52%$1,463 1.58%
2023 $94,466 4.50%$16,539 21.22% $6,749 4.50%($10,502) -59.78% $101,215 4.50%$6,038 6.34%
2024 $97,190 4.53%$2,724 2.88% $8,557 4.53%$1,808 10.61% $105,747 4.53%$4,532 4.48%
2025 $99,651 4.45%$2,461 2.53% $7,014 4.45%($1,543) -8.94% $106,665 4.45%$918 0.87%
2026 $100,351 4.48%$700 0.70% $7,039 4.48%$25 0.37% $107,390 4.48%$725 0.68%
Malahide `
Township 2022 $12,538 0.74%$594 5.00% $2,775 0.74%($17) -0.62% $15,313 0.74%$576 3.93%2023 $15,255 0.73%$79 0.66% $1,090 0.73%$6 0.21% $16,345 0.73%$84 0.58%
2024 $15,502 0.73%$2,717 21.67% $1,365 0.73%($1,686) -60.73% $16,867 0.73%$1,032 7.04%
2025 $15,913 0.72%$247 1.62% $1,120 0.72%$275 25.23% $17,033 0.72%$522 3.43%
2026 $15,770 0.70%($144)-0.90% $1,106 0.70%($14) -1.24% $16,876 0.70%($158) -0.96%
2026 $2,238,181 $500 0.02% $157,000 ($500) -0.32% $2,395,181 $0 0.00%
Operating Capital Combined
2022 1,724,258$ 381,700$ 2,105,959$ 2023 2,099,510$ 375,251$ 21.76%150,000$ (231,700)$ -60.70% 2,249,510$ 143,551$ 6.82%
2024 2,145,963$ 46,453$ 2.21%188,940$ 38,940$ 25.96% 2,334,903$ 85,393$ 3.80%2025 2,237,681$ 91,718$ 4.27%157,500$ (31,440)$ -16.64% 2,395,181$ 60,278$ 2.58%
2026 2,238,181$ 500$ 0.02%157,000$ (500)$ -0.32% 2,395,181$ 0$ 0.00%
Total 10,445,592$ 1,035,140$ 11,480,733$
Notes: Operating Notes: Capital Notes: Combined
2022 $17.71 per capita 2022 $3.92 per capita 2022 $22.94 per capita
2023 $21.41 per capita 2023 $1.53 per capita 2023 $22.94 per capita
2024 $21.65 per capita 2024 $1.91 per capita 2024 $23.56 per capita
2025 $22.40 per capita 2025 $1.58 per capita 2025 $23.98 per capita
2026 $22.32 per capita 2026 $1.57 per capita 2026 $23.88 per capita
Oxford County Apportionment:Oxford County Apportionment:Oxford County Apportionment:
Norwich Twp.158,549$ Norwich Twp.11,122$ Norwich Twp.169,670$
South-West Oxford 45,436$ South-West Oxford 3,187$ South-West Oxford 48,623$
Tillsonburg 296,759$ Tillsonburg 20,816$ Tillsonburg 317,575$
BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2026 DRAFT BUDGET 12BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2026 DRAFT BUDGET 12
PROGRAM NAME LINKS TO STRATEGIC PLAN
Strategic Directions
#1 Protect People & Property From Flooding & Natural Hazards#2 Deliver Exceptional Services & Experiences
PROGRAM MANAGER Action Plan
Complete annual mapping updates as required under O.Reg 41/24.FHIMP funded projects - Upper Big Creek and Nanicoke Creek projects.Report on permit application turnaround times consistent with O.Reg 41/24.
2023 2024 2025 2025 2026
Actual Actual Sep 30 YTD Budget Budget
$$$$ $ $%ACTIVITIES
Technical and Planning Services 224,634$ 269,503$ 229,315$ 266,731$ 284,792$ 18,062$ 7%
Technical Study Services 32,555 50,584 25,938 96,724 66,157$ (30,567)$ -32%
Administration and Enforcement 168,226 111,099 68,928 142,705$ 147,041$ 4,336$ 3%
Amortization 47,800 49,869 - - -$ -$ 0%473,215$ 481,055$ 324,180$ 506,160$ 497,990$ (8,170)$ -1.61%
OBJECTS OF EXPENSES
Staff Expenses - Note 1 383,978$ 375,466$ 304,448$ 464,060$ 460,290$ (3,770)$ -1%
Staff Related Expenses - Note 2 6,022 5,981 421 6,400 4,200 (2,200) -34%
Materials and Supplies 112 1,077 730 4,700 2,000 (2,700) -57%Purchased Services - Note 3 32,528 45,854 15,501 27,500 28,000 500 2%Equipment 2,775 2,808 3,080 3,500 3,500 - 0%Amortization 47,800 49,869 - - - - 0%
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 473,215$ 481,055$ 324,180$ 506,160$ 497,990$ (8,170)$ -1.61%
SOURCES OF REVENUE
Municipal Levy 168,100$ 175,338$ 201,639$ 268,852$ 309,683$ 40,830$ 15.19%
Provincial Funding 9,088 30,912 - - - - 0%MNRF Transfer Payment 8,807 8,807 8,807 8,807 8,807 - 0%User Fees - Pre-Consultation 5,400 4,750 3,933 7,500 5,000 (2,500) -33%
User Fees - Lawyer Inquiries 27,905 22,701 10,125 21,000 13,500 (7,500) -36%
Planning Act Review Fees 100,294 67,153 41,538 80,000 56,000 (24,000) -30%
User Fees - Planning/Technical Service Fees 112,497 107,833 80,067 120,000 105,000 (15,000) -13%
Contribution from/(to) Reserves 41,125 63,561 - - - - 0%TOTAL REVENUE 473,215$ 481,055$ 346,109$ 506,160$ 497,990$ (8,170)$ -1.61%
NOTES
1. COLA increase, 1 employee moving in the pay grid steps.2. Courses and professional memberships for 3 staff members.
3. Planning legal fees, motor pool and credit card fees.
STAFFING LEVELS (FTE)CHANGES IN SERVICES & ACTIVITY LEVELS
2026 2025 Engineering Technologist reduced from 0.10 to 0.00 FTE.
3.71 4.13 Engineer Special Projects reduced from 0.50 to 0.19 FTE (contract).
Staffing TOTAL DEPARTMENT FTE 2026 2025 2024
Manager of Watershed Services 1.00 90%0.90 0.90 0.90Manager of Engineering & Infrastructure 0.00 25%0.25 0.25 0.25
Lands & Waters Supervisor 0.00 8%0.08 0.08 0.05
Engineer Special Projects 1.00 19%0.19 0.50 0.00Project Consultant 1.00 30%0.30 0.30 0.05
Resource Planner 2.00 200%2.00 2.00 2.00
Engineering Technologist 0.00 0%0.00 0.10 0.10
LONG POINT REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY
2026 DRAFT BUDGET
WATERSHED PLANNING AND TECHNICAL SERVICES
WATERSHED PLANNING AND TECHNICAL SERVICES
Leigh-Anne Mauthe
2026 Change
from 2025 Budget
5.00 3.71 4.13 3.15
BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2026 DRAFT BUDGET 13
Technical and Planning Service User Fees
Program Cost Recovery Goal
In 2012, the LPRCA Board of Directors directed staff to prepare a planning fee implementation strategy designed to achieve a 60/40 user/municipal cost sharing for Technical and Planning Services through the administration of fees. The 60/40 user/municipal cost-share is chosen to represent the proportion of the
program cost for reviewing and providing comment on municipal planning applications, Section 28 permit applications, and responding to lawyer inquiries, versus all other related activities.
The 2026 budget user fees represent 36%, MNR Grant 2% and municipal levy of 62% cost-share.
Staff time and resources dedicated to Planning Act applications, Section 28 permit applications, and lawyer’s inquiries are cost recovery, and the time spent on administration, training, and enforcement is supported by the levy.
2025 Revenue
Planning User fees are down approximately 16% from this time last year and projected to come in approximately 20% below the 2025 budget target.
Proposed 2026 Technical and Planning Service User Fees
In the 2023 budget staff proposed planning users fees increase of 3% and prior to the fee schedule taking
effect, the Minister of Natural Resources and Forestry by a Minister’s Direction prohibited Conservation Authorities to make any changes to the fee amount charged associated with planning, development and permitting fees effective from January 1, 2023, to December 31, 2023. The 2024 and 2025 draft budget
included a 5% average increase to to planning fees and the Minister continued the freeze initiated in 2023 into 2024 and 2025. The freeze was applied to all 36 Conservation Authorities. As a result, LPRCA fees relating to planning, development and permitting have been frozen at the 2022 levels.
Staff are proposing the fees for 2026 to increase on average 5%. The 2026 user fee revenue budget has been decreased by 10.4% from the 2025 projection of $228,500 to $179,500 taking into consideration the trend
analysis of the previous four years.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2026 DRAFT BUDGET 14
Application Type 2025 Fees Proposed
2026 Fees % Change
Very minor development
Development with very low risk of impact on natural hazards or natural features.
Examples:
˜ Non-habitable accessory structures less than 23 m2 (247 ft2)
, e.g. decks, fences,
above-ground pools, barns, sheds
˜ Fill placement removal and/or grading (landscaping, driveway top-dressing)
˜ Off-line pond maintenance
$ 200 $ 210 5%
Minor development, interference and alteration
Development/work with low risk of impact on natural hazards or natural features. No
technical reports are required. Examples:
˜ Raising building or additions not requiring engineered drawings
˜ Repairs/renovations to existing building
˜Non-habitable accessory structures less than 100 m2 (1076ft2)
˜ Septic system
˜ Fill placement, removal/or grading (not requiring engineered plans)
˜ Minor development (as listed above) more than 30 metres from a wetlands
˜ New or replacement residential structures more than 30 metres from a wetland
˜ Minor utilities (directional bore)˜New offline ponds (grading plan required)
˜ Docks, boathouses
˜ Routine/maintenance dredging
˜ Minor repairs to existing shoreline structures
˜ Maintenance, repair or replacement of access crossings
˜ Other applications not deemed by staff to be “Major” in nature
$ 405 $ 425 5%
Major development, interference and alteration
Development/work with moderate risk of impact on natural hazards or natural features. Detailed report and/or plans are required. Examples:
˜ Raising building or additions requiring engineered plans
˜ Non-habitable accessory structures greater than 100 m2 (1076ft2)
˜ New or replacement structures in a natural hazard area
˜ Fill placement, removal and/or grading (requiring engineered plans)
˜Development (including minor development as listed above) less than 30 metres
from a wetland˜ Major development greater than 30 m from a wetland
˜ New offline pond with overflow or channel connection˜ Maintenance/repairs to existing shoreline structures
˜ Water crossing, bridge repair
˜ Stormwater management outlet structure
˜ Other applications deemed by staff to be “Major” in nature
$ 695 $ 730 5%
Ontario Regulation 41/24 Permit Fees
BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2026 DRAFT BUDGET 15
Application Type 2025 Proposed
2026 Fees % Change
Complex development, interference and alteration
Development/work with a high risk and/or potential impact to natural hazards or natural
features. One or more studies are required, e.g. an environmental impact study,
hydraulic analysis, storm water management report or slope stability study. Examples:
˜ Large fill placement, removal, grading (greater than 1000 m3)
˜ Golf courses
˜ New watercourse bank stabilization
˜ New Lake Erie shoreline protection structure
˜Bridge replacement˜Channel realignment
$ 1,380 $ 1,450 5%
General
On Site Technical Advice Fee
(Will be applied to permit application if submitted within 12 months from inspection)$ 248.60
HST included
$ 260.00
HST included 5%
Wetland Boundary Delineation
(Review of MNRF Wetland boundary in the field by LPRCA ecologist, on property owner request) $ 360.00
HST
included
$ 375.00
HST included 4%
Title Clearance
(solicitor, realtor, other requests for detailed property information)$ 248.60 HST
included
$ 260.00
HST included 5%
Violations/Application where work has proceeded without authorization 2 x Fee 2 x Fee
Permit Revisions
(Must be minor in nature and permit must still be valid.) $ 95 $ 100 5%
Renewal Fee (New) $ - $ 100 0%
Minister's Zoning Order (MZO)
(Permit associated with a Minister's Zoning Order) Cost
recovery
Cost
recovery
6. Where a Section 28 permit approval is required in addition to a Planning Act application for the same activity, the Section 28
permit fee will be discounted 50%.
8. Costs associated with permits (including any conditions) issued under a Minister's Zoning Order shall be paid by the applicant, this
includes but is not limited to staff time, any legal review, board expenses, etc.
Ontario Regulation 41/24 Permit Fees
1. It is strongly recommended that proponents pre-consult with LPRCA and, if necessary the municipality, prior to the submission ofan application and the preparation of detailed plans and technical report(s).
2. Fees must be paid at the time the permit application is submitted. Fees may be paid by debit, cash or cheque (made out to the
Long Point Region Conservation Authority) over the phone by credit card or at the LPRCA administration office
3. In the event that the application is placed in a higher fee category, the difference in fee must be paid prior to review. If theapplication is placed in a lower category, LPRCA will reimburse the applicant accordingly.
4. Fees are assessed based on the extent of review required. LPRCA reserves the right to levy supplementary fees should the
review require a substantially greater level of effort than covered by the standard categories above; this supplementary fee includes
the peer review of any relevant documents or information.
5. The fees for technical review include one comprehensive review, and one review of the resubmission. Second and each
additional resubmission shall are subject to a resubmission fee of 20% of the original application up to a maximum of $525.
General Notes for all Application Fees
7. Where a permit has been submitted for an activity across multiple properties and applicants working together, the fee for each
property shall be calculated as 50% of the permit fee. For example, the fee for a new shoreline protection structure constructed
across two properties is $725 each.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2026 DRAFT BUDGET 16
Application Type 2025 Fees Proposed
2026 Fees % Change
Preconsultation Fee
Review, comment, or participation in preconsultation process $ 300 $ 315 5%
Subdivision and Vacant Land Condominium $1,380 +
$100/lot (Total
Maximum
$15,000.00 +HST)
$1,450 +
$105/lot
(Total
Maximum $15,000.00 +HST)
5%
To draft plan approval
including associated OPA and ZBA $ 455 $ 475 4%
Red-line revision (applicant initiated) $ 720 $ 755 5%
Technical plans and reports (SWM with grading & sediment $ 225 $ 235 4%
Clearance letter (each phase)
Zoning By-Law Amendment
Minor $ 455 $ 475 4%
Accompanied by 1 technical report $ 720 $ 755 5%
Accompanied by 2 technical reports $ 1,430 $ 1,500 5%
Combined Official Plan/Zoning By-Law Amendment
Minor $ 720 $ 755 5%
Accompanied by 1 technical report $ 1,430 $ 1,500 5%
Accompanied by 2 technical reports $ 2,060 $ 2,160 5%
Consent (severance)
Minor $ 455 $ 475 4%
Accompanied by 1 technical report $ 720 $ 755 5%
Accompanied by 2 technical reports $ 1,430 $ 1,500 5%
Variance
Minor $ 455 $ 477 5%
Accompanied by 1 technical report $ 720 $ 755 5%
Accompanied by 2 technical reports $ 1,430 $ 1,500 5%
Site Plan Control
Minor $ 455 $ 475 4%
Accompanied by 1 technical report $ 720 $ 755 5%
Accompanied by 2 technical reports $ 1,430 $ 1,500 5%
Complex Application (incl. OPA/ZBL/Site Plan)
for golf courses, trailer parks, campgrounds and lifestyle
communities.
$ 2,060 $ 2,160 5%
General Notes for All Application Fees:
Planning Act Review Fees
1. It is strongly recommended that proponents pre-consult with LPRCA and, if necessary the municipality, prior
to the submission of all applications and the preparation of detailed technical reports(s).
2. This fee schedule is effective as of January 1, 2026 and LPRCA reserves the right to revise this fee
schedule at any time without notice to adequately cover the costs to provide the service.
3. All applicable taxes are extra.
4. Applications that fall under one or more categories will be charged at the highest rate.
5. Fees are assessed based on the extent of review required. LPRCA reserves the right to levy supplementary
6. The fees for technical review include one comprehensive review, and one review of the resubmission.
Second and each additional resubmission shall are subject to a resubmission fee of 20% of the original
application up to a maximum of $525.
7. Fees must be paid at the time the application is submitted.
8. Where a Section 28 permit approval is required in addition to a Planning Act application for the same activity,
the Section 28 permit fee will be discounted 50%.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2026 DRAFT BUDGET 17
PROGRAM NAME LINKS TO STRATEGIC PLAN
Strategic Directions#1 Protect People & Property From Flooding & Natural Hazards
#2 Deliver Exceptional Services & Experiences
PROGRAM MANAGER Action Plan
Deer Creek Dam - Install Dam Safety Boom.Sutton Dam structure removal and remediation.
Complete Teeterville EA.Vittoria Dam EA preferred option Design and Implementation Plan.
2023 2024 2025 2025 2026
Actual Actual Sept 30 YTD Budget Budget
$$$$ $ $%ACTIVITIES
Flood Control Administrative Services 101,220$ 136,426$ 71,081$ 138,776$ 99,303$ (39,473)$ -28%Flood Forecasting and Warning Services 24,085 47,019 49,468 91,878 98,310 6,432 7%General Operational Services 5,986 25,200 8,286 42,070 53,927 11,857 28%
Structures - Minor Maintenance Services 10,365 6,240 576 68,076 56,360 (11,716) -17%Structures - Preventative Maintenance Services 19,677 14,696 1,426 28,090 64,014 35,924 128%Norwich Dam - Embankment Design - WECI 211,755 165,904 - - - - 0%
Vittoria Dam - CWA Grant - - - - 15,000 15,000 0%373,087$ 395,486$ 130,837$ 368,890$ 386,914$ 18,024$ 4.89%
OBJECTS OF EXPENSES
Staff Expenses - Note 1 147,780$ 229,717$ 115,692$ 316,865$ 332,633$ 15,768$ 5%Staff Related Expenses - Note 2 2,817 2,642 346 2,700 2,700 - 0%Materials and Supplies 2,555 9,374 822 10,300 10,300 - 0%
Purchased Services 212,846 149,927 6,128 30,025 32,281 2,256 8%Equipment 7,089$ 3,826$ 7,848$ 9,000$ 9,000 - 0%TOTAL EXPENDITURES 373,087$ 395,486$ 130,837$ 368,890$ 386,914$ 18,024$ 4.89%
SOURCES OF REVENUE
Municipal Levy 298,868$ 319,702$ 256,851$ 342,468$ 345,492$ 3,024$ 1%
Provincial Funding 49,858 - - - - - 0%MNRF Transfer Payment 26,422 26,422 26,422 26,422 26,422 - 0%MNR WECI & Municipal Funding 56,387 69,971 - - - - 0%
Federal Funding - - - - 15,000 15,000 0%Contribution from/(to) Reserves (58,447) (20,609) - - - - 0%TOTAL REVENUE 373,087$ 395,486$ 283,273$ 368,890$ 386,914$ 18,024$ 4.89%
NOTES
1. COLA increase and 2 staff moving in the grid.2. Conference, course, and memberships expenses for two staff.
STAFFING LEVELS (FTE) CHANGES IN SERVICES & ACTIVITY LEVELS
2026 2025 Manager of Engineering & Infrastructure increased to 0.75 FTE from 0.65 FTE.
2.77 2.76 Engineer Technologist increased to 0.98 from 0.78 FTE.
Workshop Supervisor reduced 0.10 to 0.05 FTE and Seasonal Support increased 0.14 to 0.18 FTE.
Staffing TOTAL DEPARTMENT FTE 2026 2025 2024
Manager of Engineering & Infrastructure 1.00 67%0.67 0.65 0.50Project Consultant 0.00 10%0.10 0.10 0.05Engineering Technologist 1.00 98%0.98 0.78 0.80Engineer Special Projects 0.00 6%0.06 0.17 0.00Lands & Waters Supervisor 1.00 38%0.38 0.38 0.34Workshop Technician 0.00 10%0.10 0.20 0.20HWS Technician 0.00 25%0.25 0.25 0.00Workshop Supervisor 0.00 5%0.05 0.10 0.10Seasonal Support 0.00 18%0.18 0.14 0.143.00 2.77 2.76 2.13
2025 Budget
LONG POINT REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY
2026 DRAFT BUDGET
WATERSHED FLOOD CONTROL SERVICES
WATERSHED FLOOD CONTROL SERVICES
Saifur Rahman
2026 Change from
BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2026 DRAFT BUDGET 18
PROGRAM NAME LINKS TO STRATEGIC PLAN
Strategic Directions#1 Protect People & Property From Flooding & Natural Hazards
#2 Deliver Exceptional Services & Experiences
PROGRAM MANAGER Action Plan
Target Big Otter watershed for grant funded cover crops and erosion control measures.
Monitor phosphorus sensor on Big Otter Creek, compile data and report.
Report on stream health monitoring efforts within the watershed.
2023 2024 2025 2025 2026
Actual Actual Sep 30 YTD Budget Budget
$$$$ $ $%
ACTIVITIES
Healthy Watershed Technical Support Services *56,661$ 41,945$ 12,669$ 18,617$ 19,451$ 833$ 4%Drain Classification - DFO/Norfolk County 3,135 4,194 2,907 2,860 2,750 (110)$ 0%
Surface & Groundwater Quality Monitoring Services 45,460 37,713 34,823 51,885 49,393 (2,493)$ -5%
Sediment and Erosion Control Services - - - - - -$ 0%Watershed Low Water Response Services 1,680 1,728 2,037 3,309 2,950 (359)$ -11%
Lamprey Barrier Inspection Services 4,013 2,107 2,001 7,725 7,810 85$ 1%Water Supply Source Protection Planning 4,490 3,811 1,269 14,405 12,440 (1,965)$ -14%Stream Health Monitoring*- 10,494 3,303 10,925 10,787 (138)$ 0%
ICAP - Integrated Conservation Action Plan 89,102 98,036 34,161 45,000 - (45,000)$ 0%COA Agreement 19,125 15,960 6,395 - - -$ Specific Initiatives and Services 49,806 62,799 33,170 - - -$
ECCC - GLFEI - Big Otter - 6,814 57,111 75,000 112,500 37,500$
0%0%
0%273,472$ 285,601$ 189,848$ 229,726$ 218,079$ (11,647)$ -5.07%
OBJECTS OF EXPENSES
Staff Expenses - Note 1 109,333$ 125,222$ 82,636$ 124,228$ 110,951$ (13,277)$ -11%
Staff Related Expenses 316 370 618 400 400 - 0%Materials and Supplies 23,247 50,811 40,944 23,984 5,749 (18,235) -76%
Purchased Services 140,575 109,199 65,650 81,115 100,980 19,865 24%TOTAL EXPENDITURES 273,472$ 285,601$ 189,848$ 229,726$ 218,079$ (11,647)$ -5.07%
SOURCES OF REVENUE
Municipal Levy 146,553$ 69,953$ 41,396$ 55,195$ 52,342$ (2,852)$ (5.17%)
Provincial Funding 1,829 - 1,127 - - - 0%
Federal Funding 7,795 8,295 - 10,585 10,559 (26) (0%)
User Fees 1,239 350 700 - - - 0%Community Support 160,389 187,353 172,320 134,405 124,940 (9,465) (7%)
Contribution from/(to) Reserves (44,333) 19,650 - - - - 0%Transfer from/(to) Current Year Surplus - Note 2 - - - 29,542 30,238 696 2%TOTAL REVENUE 273,472$ 285,601$ 215,543$ 229,726$ 218,079$ (11,647)$ -5.07%
NOTES
* Category 3 programs and services funded by current year surplus transfer.
1. COLA increase and 1 staff moving in the pay grid steps.2. Transfer from current year surplus to fund Healthy Watershed Category 3 programs and services $30,238.
STAFFING LEVELS (FTE)CHANGES IN SERVICES & ACTIVITY LEVELS
2026 2025 Lands & Waters Supervisor increased to 0.34 FTE from 0.24 FTE.
0.96 1.08 Engineering Technologist for Source Water Protection.
Healthy Watershed Technician reduced to 0.53 FTE.
STAFFING TOTAL DEPARTMENT FTE 2026 2025 2024
Manager of Watershed Services 0.00 10%0.10 0.10 0.10Lands & Waters Supervisor 0.00 31%0.31 0.34 0.24Engineering Technologist 0.00 12%0.12 0.10 0.10HWS Technician 1.00 43%0.43 0.53 0.58General Manager 0.00 1%0.01 0.01 0.01
1.00 0.96 1.08 1.03
2025 Budget
LONG POINT REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY
2026 DRAFT BUDGET
HEALTHY WATERSHED SERVICES
HEALTHY WATERSHED SERVICES
Leigh-Anne Mauthe
2026 Change from
BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2026 DRAFT BUDGET 19
PROGRAM NAME LINKS TO STRATEGIC PLAN
Strategic Directions
#1 Protect People & Property From Flooding & Natural Hazards
#2 Deliver Exceptional Services & Experiences
PROGRAM MANAGER #4 Organizational Excellence
Action Plan
Manage Lee Brown Marsh for sustainable hunting opportunities and a healthy ecosystem.Parking lot/fencing upgrades, install forest tract gates and property signage.
Property surveys and enforcement of activities on Authority own lands.Clear encampments from Authority property.Maintenance of parkettes and Authority trails.
2023 2024 2025 2025 2026
Actual Actual Sep 30 YTD Budget Budget
$$$ $ $ $ %
ACTIVITIES
Administration & Enforcement 212,661$ 258,021$ 187,931$ 359,563$ 372,846$ 13,283$ 4%
Parkettes Services 74,031 68,710 69,052 94,897 108,743 13,847 15%
Lee Brown Waterfowl Management Services 97,342 117,812 82,961 171,180 182,500 11,320 7%Hazard Tree Removal 32,157 57,300 33,764 103,962 108,961 4,999 5%
Fish and Wildlife Support Services 2,461 4,341 3,350 3,500 3,500 - 0%Partner Agreement Management - 1,700 - 5,346 5,765 419 8%418,652$ 507,883$ 377,058$ 738,447$ 782,315$ 43,868$ 5.94%
OBJECTS OF EXPENSES
Staff Expenses - Note 1 171,894$ 215,651$ 153,521$ 440,165$ 485,601$ 45,436$ 10%Staff Related Expenses - - - 150 150 - 0%Materials and Supplies 17,870 24,506 18,493 31,223 30,893 (330) -1%
Purchased Services 228,887 267,726 205,044 266,909 265,671 (1,238) 0%TOTAL EXPENDITURES 418,652$ 507,883$ 377,058$ 738,447$ 782,315$ 43,868$ 5.94%
SOURCES OF REVENUE
Municipal Levy 345,971$ 418,186$ 354,529$ 472,705$ 507,506$ 34,801$ 7.36%
User Fees - Note 2 240,382 256,929 267,923 260,396 269,044 8,648$ 3%
Contribution from/(to) Reserves - Note 3 (167,701) (167,232) - 5,346 5,765 419$ 8%
TOTAL REVENUE 418,652$ 507,883$ 622,452$ 738,447$ 782,315$ 43,868$ 5.94%
NOTES
1. COLA increase, 3 staff moving up the grid.
2. Lee Brown Marsh fees - $119,000.
3. Partner Agreement Management - $5,765 from reserves.
STAFFING LEVELS (FTE) CHANGES IN SERVICES & ACTIVITY LEVELS
2026 2025 Manager of Operations Lands decreased to 0.23 FTE from 0.40 FTE.
5.19 4.23 Seasonal Support Staff increased to 2.65 from 2.01 FTE.
HWS Technician reduced to 0.10 from 0.19.
STAFFING TOTAL DEPARTMENT FTE 2026 2025 2024
Manager of Operations 0.00 23%0.23 0.40 0.30
Lee Brown Marsh Manager 1.00 100%1.00 1.00 1.00Support Staff (5)5.00 226%2.26 1.63 0.82Support Staff (2)2.00 38%0.38 0.38 0.48Superintendent of Conservation Areas 0.00 28%0.28 0.31 0.18
Supervisor of Forestry 0.00 26%0.26 0.26 0.43
Forestry Technician 0.00 27%0.27 0.06 0.06
Junior Forestry Technician 0.00 42%0.42 0.00 0.00
HWS Technician 0.00 10%0.10 0.19 0.00
8.00 5.19 4.23 3.27
2025 Budget
LONG POINT REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY
2026 DRAFT BUDGET
CONSERVATION AUTHORITY LANDS
Conservation Authority Lands
Judy Maxwell
2026 Change from
BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2026 DRAFT BUDGET 20
Draft 2026
before HST
CORPORATE SERVICES
Hold Harmless Agreements for research or events $45.13
Irrigation Access Permits within Conservation Authority owned properties $1,000.00
FORESTRY
Consulation Service per hour $125.00
LANDS AND WATERS
Tree Planting Program - Forest Ontario Sponsored
Full Service (Seedling and Planting) per tree1 $0.75
Private Landowner Tree Planting Program
Land Owner Cost per tree2 $1.00 - $2.39
Full Service (Seedling and Planting) per tree3 $1.85 - $3.10
Rental of Tree Planter per day for trees purchased from the Conservation Authority $75.00
Restoration Program
Erosion Control - Landowner Plans $309.73
LEE BROWN MARSH
Goose Relocation
- Per Canada goose $6.20
Hunting Fees
1-Day Field Hunt , 1 person $53.10
1-Day (midweek) Marsh Hunt, 1 person $518.89
1-Day (midweek) Marsh Hunt, 4 people $1,770.32
3-Day Marsh Hunt for 4 people $4,425.78
1 Pricing subject to change without notice. Subject to approval and availability. Minimum 500 seedlings
must be planted.
2 Pricing subject to change without notice. Subject to availability. Minimum 150 seedlings/species.
3 Pricing subject to change without notice. Subject to availability. Minimum 5 acres and 500 seedlings.
CORPORATE SERVICES AND CONSERVATION LANDS FEE SCHEDULE
LONG POINT REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY
BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2026 DRAFT BUDGET 21
PROGRAM NAME LINKS TO STRATEGIC PLAN
Strategic Directions
#1 Protect People & Property From Flooding & Natural Hazards
#2 Deliver Exceptional Services & Experiences
PROGRAM MANAGER #4 Organizational Excellence
Action Plan
Outreach supporting the Great Lakes Freshwater Ecosystem project - phosphorous reduction.
Outreach supporting the Canada Water Agency project - Vittoria Dam decommissioning.Promote Authority's program's & services and accomplishments.
Increase community interactivity & engagement with the Authority via social media.
2023 2024 2025 2025 2026
Actual Actual Sep 30 YTD Budget Budget
$$$$$$%ACTIVITIES
Communication and Marketing Services 59,249$ 85,859$ 64,814$ 110,908$ 113,863$ 2,955$ 3%Leighton & Betty Brown Scholarship Trust Fund 2,000 1,000 1,000 1,000 1,000 - 0%
LPRCA Memorial Woodlot Services 7,518 10,651 8,781 10,503 10,801 297 3%68,768$ 97,510$ 74,595$ 122,411$ 125,663$ 3,252$ 2.66%
OBJECTS OF EXPENSES
Staff Expenses - Note 1 55,673$ 76,675$ 59,900$ 87,161$ 94,313$ 7,152$ 8%Staff Related Expenses 120 25 186 1,650 1,150 (500) -30%
Materials and Supplies 8,078 5,235 6,793 11,300 10,650 (650) -6%Purchased Services 4,896 15,575 7,717 22,300 19,550 (2,750) -12%TOTAL EXPENDITURES 68,768$ 97,510$ 74,595$ 122,411$ 125,663$ 3,252$ 2.66%
SOURCES OF REVENUE
Municipal Levy 130,277$ 128,299$ 86,746$ 115,661$ 117,663$ 2,002$ 1.73%
Community Support - Note 2 12,197 12,714 7,826 6,750 8,000 1,250 19%Contribution from/(to) Reserves (73,706) (43,503) - - - - 0%TOTAL REVENUE 68,768$ 97,510$ 94,572$ 122,411$ 125,663$ 3,252$ 2.66%
NOTES
1. COLA increase, 1 employee moving up the grid.
2. Memorial Woodlot Donations of $7,000 and the Leighton & Betty Brown Fund Interest for Scholarships of $1,000.
STAFFING LEVELS (FTE)CHANGES IN SERVICES & ACTIVITY LEVELS
2026 2025 Seasonal Support for Memorial Forest reduced from 0.08 to 0.05 FTE.
1.05 1.08
STAFFING TOTAL DEPARTMENT FTE 2026 2025 2024
Marketing & Social Media Associate 1.00 100% 1.00 1.00 1.00Seasonal Support 0.00 5% 0.05 0.08 0.08
1.00 1.05 1.08 1.08
2025 Budget
LONG POINT REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY
2026 DRAFT BUDGET
COMMUNICATION AND MARKETING SERVICES
COMMUNICATION AND MARKETING SERVICES
Aaron LeDuc
2026 Change from
BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2026 DRAFT BUDGET 22
PROGRAM NAME LINKS TO STRATEGIC PLAN
Strategic Directions#2 Deliver Exceptional Services & Experiences
#4 Organizational Excellence
PROGRAM MANAGER
Action Plan
Deliver student Outdoor Education & Heritage Programs.
Collection Management project continuation.
Grand opening for the Davidson Decoy Gallery.
2023 2024 2025 2025 2026
Actual Actual Sep 30 YTD Budget Budget
ACTIVITIES $$$$$$%
Education Centre 44,470$ 32,021$ 48,426$ 43,416$ 46,894$ 3,478$ 8%
Educational and Interactive Program Services 62,159 65,176 45,944 106,782 106,364 (417) 0%Heritage Village and Historical Services*132,820 160,144 117,496 184,549 175,546 (9,004) -5%Tourism Relief Fund Ed Centre Reno 26,886 - - - - - 0%Amortization 50,803 53,010 - - - - 0%317,138$ 310,351$ 211,866$ 334,746$ 328,803$ (5,943)$ -1.78%
OBJECTS OF EXPENSES
Staff Expenses - Note 1 209,018$ 212,406$ 150,943$ 260,204$ 248,916$ (11,289)$ -4%Staff Related Expenses 500 441 176 1,550 1,550 - 0%Materials and Supplies 15,242 8,102 10,422 13,731 16,707 2,976 22%
Purchased Services 41,575 36,391 50,326 59,261 61,631 2,370 4%Amortization 50,803 53,010 - - - - 0%TOTAL EXPENDITURES 317,138$ 310,351$ 211,866$ 334,746$ 328,803$ (5,943)$ -1.78%
SOURCES OF REVENUE 0.00
Municipal Levy 150,426$ 5,582$ 2,959$ 3,945$ 6,402$ 2,457$ 62%
Provincial Funding-Student programs 2,155 7,949 7,133 4,500 4,500 - 0%Federal Funding - COVID-19 Funding 34,963 - - - - - 0%User Fees - Educational non contract programs 180 775 8,402 1,000 1,000 - 0%
User Fees - Heritage non contract programs 11,050 12,953 3,899 5,108 5,108 - 0%Community Support - Note 2 165,454 126,865 133,197 191,727 190,148 (1,579) -1%
Contribution from (to) Reserves (47,090) 156,227 - - - - 0%Transfer from/(to) Current Year Surplus - Note 3 - - - 128,466 121,646 (6,821) 0%TOTAL REVENUE 317,138$ 310,351$ 155,590$ 334,746$ 328,803$ (5,943)$ -1.78%
NOTES
* Category 3 programs and services funded by current year surplus transfer.
1. COLA increase, 3 staff moving up the grid.2. Community support revenue includes the interest from the endowment fund of $100,000 and the contracts with the school boards is $86,052.3. Transfer from user fee programs & services to fund Heritage programs of $128,646.
STAFFING LEVELS (FTE) CHANGES IN SERVICES & ACTIVITY LEVELS20262025Superintendent of CA's reduced from 0.25 to 0.00 FTE.
3.29 3.10 Manager of Operations added to 0.13 FTE.
Outdoor Education Student increased to 0.31 from 0.04 FTE.
Staffing TOTAL DEPARTMENT FTE 2026 2025 2024Manager of Operations 0.0 13%0.13 0.20 0.00
Superintendent of Conservation Areas 0.0 0%0.00 0.00 0.25Curator1.0 96%0.96 0.96 0.90
Heritage Programmer 1.0 85%0.85 0.85 0.81Outdoor Educator 1.0 50%0.50 0.50 0.50Workshop Supervisor 0.0 5%0.05 0.05 0.05
Heritage Program Students (2)2.0 50%0.50 0.50 0.50Outdoor Education Student 1.0 31%0.31 0.04 0.04
6.00 3.29 3.10 3.05
2025 Budget
LONG POINT REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY
2026 DRAFT BUDGET
BACKUS HERITAGE AND EDUCATION SERVICES
BACKUS HERITAGE AND
EDUCATION SERVICES
Judy Maxwell
2026 Change from
BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2026 DRAFT BUDGET 23
PROGRAM NAME LINKS TO STRATEGIC PLANStrategic Directions
#2 Deliver Exceptional Services & Experiences
#4 Organizational ExcellencePROGRAM MANAGER Action Plan
Continue to provide visitors and campers exceptional experiences.
Backus CA Playground Equipment instalation.Haldimand CA Playground Equipment instalation.
2023 2024 2025 2025 2026
Actual Actual Sep 30 YTD Budget Budget
$$$$ $ $%ACTIVITIES
Backus Conservation Area Services 372,989$ 383,764$ 333,095$ 357,572$ 397,201$ 39,629$ 11%Norfolk Conservation Park Services 305,692 327,605 262,918 368,256 386,911 18,655 5%Deer Creek Conservation Park Services 217,232 210,339 184,394 224,186 255,340 31,155 14%Haldimand Conservation Park Services 310,449 366,968 332,445 391,569 424,452 32,883 8%Waterford North Conservation Park Services 314,831 353,731 268,938 372,391 400,886 28,495 8%Amortization 104,605 83,304 - - - - 0%1,625,798$ 1,725,711$ 1,381,791$ 1,713,973$ 1,864,790$ 150,817$ 8.80%
OBJECTS OF EXPENSES
Staff Expenses - Note 1 843,881$ 937,718$ 761,014$ 1,022,117$ 1,117,434$ 95,317$ 9%
Staff Related Expenses 4,072 4,302 3,774 6,075 5,925 (150) -2%Materials and Supplies 94,155 84,090 122,567 76,125 116,375 40,250 53%
Purchased Services 556,360 592,571 470,710 584,931 601,831 16,900 3%Equipment - Note 2 22,725 23,725 23,725 24,725 23,225 (1,500) -6%
Amortization 104,605 83,304 - - - - 0%TOTAL EXPENDITURES 1,625,798$ 1,725,711$ 1,381,791$ 1,713,973$ 1,864,790$ 150,817$ 8.80%
SOURCES OF REVENUE
Municipal Levy -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 0%
User Fees - Note 3 2,034,057 2,152,252 2,155,464 2,025,200 2,147,550 122,350 6.0%
Provincial Funding-Student programs 10,510 - 2,408 - - - 0Contribution from (to) Reserves (418,769) (426,541) - - - - 0%
Transfer from/(to) Current Year Surplus - Note 4 - - - (260,472) (282,760) (22,288) 9%TOTAL REVENUE 1,625,798$ 1,725,711$ 2,157,872$ 1,764,728$ 1,864,790$ 100,062$ 5.67%
SURPLUS -$ -$ 776,081$ 50,755$ (0)$ (50,755)$ -100.00%
NOTES
1. COLA increase, and grid movement.2. Equipment charges for CAMIS reservation system and hardware increasing to $23,225.3. Camping revenues budgeted to increasing 6.0% to reflect fee increase and projected usage.4. Transfer to Healthy Watershed Services ($30,238), Backus Heritage ($121,646) and Corporate Services ($130,877).
STAFFING LEVELS (FTE)CHANGES IN SERVICES & ACTIVITY LEVELS20262025Manager of Operations 0.35FTE from 0.40 FTE.15.99 15.69 Superintendent of CA's increased to 0.73 fro 0.69 FTE.Workshop Supervisor added 0.25 FTE.
FTE TOTAL DEPARTMENT FTE 2026 2025 2024
Manager of Operations 1.00 35%0.35 0.40 0.50Superintendent of Conservation Areas 1.00 73%0.73 0.69 0.58
Deer Creek Supervisor and Assistant (2)2.00 108%1.08 1.08 1.08
Deer Creek summer/students (2)3.00 104%1.04 1.04 1.04
Backus Supervisor and Assistant (2)2.00 108%1.08 1.08 1.08Backus summer/students (2)10.00 258%2.58 2.58 2.58Norfolk Supervisor and Assistant (2)2.00 108%1.08 1.08 1.08Norfolk summer/students (4)4.00 144%1.44 1.44 1.44
Haldimand Supervisor and Assistant (2)2.00 108%1.08 1.08 1.21
Haldimand summer/students (4)4.00 144%1.44 1.44 1.44
Waterford Supervisor and Assistant (2)2.00 108%1.08 1.08 1.08
Waterford summer/students (3)5.00 173%1.73 1.73 1.73Workshop Supervisor 0.00 25%0.25 0.00 0.00Seasonal Support (4)0.00 105%1.05 0.98 1.15
38.00 15.99 15.69 15.97
2025 Budget
LONG POINT REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY
2026 DRAFT BUDGET
CONSERVATION PARKS MANAGEMENT SERVICES
CONSERVATION PARKS
MANAGEMENT SERVICES
Judy Maxwell
2026 Change from
BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2026 DRAFT BUDGET 24
2021
HST included
2022
HST included
2023
HST included
2024
HST included
2025
HST included
Draft 2026
HST
included
Draft
increase %
DAY USE FEES
Walk-in (under 12 free) $6.00 $6.00 $6.00 $6.00 $7.00 $7.00 0.00%
Vehicle $15.00 $15.00 $15.00 $15.00 $16.00 $16.00 0.00%
Motorcycle $9.00 $9.00 $9.00 $9.00 $10.00 $10.00 0.00%
Season Vehicle Day Pass $95.00 $95.00 $100.00 $100.00 $110.00 $110.00 0.00%
Season Vehicle Pass Replacement $10.00 $10.00 $10.00 $10.00 $10.00 $10.00 0.00%
Mini Bus $55.00 $55.00 $55.00 $55.00 $55.00 $55.00 0.00%
Bus $120.00 $120.00 $120.00 $120.00 $120.00 $120.00 0.00%
Operator Permit Fee - Annual $350.00 $350.00 $375.00 $375.00 $375.00 $375.00 0.00%
Operator Customer Fee - per person $4.00 $4.00 $4.00 $4.00 $4.00 $4.00 0.00%
Picnic Site $32.00 $32.00 0.00%
CAMPING FEES
Per Night
Unserviced*$38.00 $38.00 $40.00 $41.00 $42.00 $43.00 2.38%
With Hydro & Water 15 amp*$50.00 $50.00 $53.00 $55.00 $57.00 $58.50 2.63%
With Hydro & Water 30 amp*$59.00 $59.00 $60.00 $63.00 $65.00 $66.50 2.31%
With Hydro, Water & Sewer 15 amp*$61.00 $61.00 $64.00 $66.00 $69.00 $70.50 2.17%
With Hydro, Water & Sewer 30 amp*$70.00 $70.00 $70.00 $73.00 $76.00 $78.00 2.63%
*20% discount for overnight camping for seniors & the disabled. Must show senior or disability permit.
Cabin Rental Per Night
Cabin 900 A (Backus only)$60.00 $60.00 $65.00 $70.00 $73.00 $75.00 2.74%
Cabin 901 D (Backus only)$105.00 $105.00 $110.00 $115.00 $120.00 $120.00 0.00%
Cabin (New Backus)$0.00 $150.00 0.00%
Per Week
Unserviced $225.00 $225.00 $240.00 $246.00 $252.00 $258.00 2.38%
With Hydro & Water 15 amp $305.00 $305.00 $318.00 $330.00 $342.00 $351.00 2.63%
With Hydro & Water 30 amp $350.00 $350.00 $360.00 $378.00 $390.00 $399.00 2.31%
With Hydro, Water & Sewer 15 amp $368.00 $368.00 $384.00 $396.00 $414.00 $423.00 2.17%
With Hydro, Water & Sewer 30 amp $415.00 $415.00 $420.00 $438.00 $456.00 $468.00 2.63%
Cabin Rental Per Week
Cabin 900 A (Backus only)$360.00 $360.00 $360.00 $385.00 $400.00 $412.50 3.13%
Cabin 901 D (Backus only)$630.00 $630.00 $630.00 $635.00 $660.00 $660.00 0.00%
Cabin (New Backus)$825.00 0.00%
Per Month
Unserviced $675.00 $675.00 $720.00 $738.00 $756.00 $774.00 2.38%
With Hydro & Water 15 amp $915.00 $915.00 $954.00 $990.00 $1,026.00 $1,053.00 2.63%
With Hydro & Water 30 amp $1,050.00 $1,050.00 $1,080.00 $1,134.00 $1,170.00 $1,197.00 2.31%
With Hydro, Water & Sewer 15 amp $1,100.00 $1,100.00 $1,152.00 $1,188.00 $1,242.00 $1,269.00 2.17%
With Hydro, Water & Sewer 30 amp $1,240.00 $1,240.00 $1,260.00 $1,314.00 $1,368.00 $1,404.00 2.63%
Per Season
Unserviced $1,770.00 N/A N/A N/A N/A
With Hydro & Water 15 amp $2,520.00 $2,570.00 $2,623.50 $2,722.50 $2,821.50 $2,895.00 2.60%
With Hydro & Water 30 amp $2,785.00 $2,840.00 $2,970.00 $3,118.50 $3,217.50 $3,290.00 2.25%
With Hydro, Water & Sewer 15 amp $3,045.00 $3,105.00 $3,168.00 $3,267.00 $3,415.50 $3,490.00 2.18%
With Hydro, Water & Sewer 30 amp $3,285.00 $3,350.00 $3,465.00 $3,613.50 $3,762.00 $3,860.00 2.60%
Premium & 30 amp $3,360.00 $3,430.00 $3,565.00 $3,740.00 $3,925.00 $4,025.00 2.55%
Premium Sewer & 30 amp $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $4,310.00 0.00%
2nd Season Vehicle Day Pass $55.00 $55.00 $60.00 $60.00 $60.00 $65.00 8.33%
Exterior Fridge (Seasonal)$300.00 $300.00 $325.00 $335.00 $335.00 $335.00 0.00%
Seasonal Camper Late Payment Fee $75.00 $75.00 $75.00 0.00%
CONSERVATION AREA FEE SCHEDULE
Backus, Deer Creek, Haldimand, Norfok and Waterford North
BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2026 DRAFT BUDGET 25
CONSERVATION AREA FEE SCHEDULE
Backus, Deer Creek, Haldimand, Norfok and Waterford North
2021
HST included
2022
HST included
2023
HST included
Draft 2024
HST included
Draft 2025
HST included
Draft 2026
HST included
Draft
increase %
Group Camping
Group Camping Tents Only
Group Camping (per night)$55.00 $55.00 $60.00 $60.00 $65.00 $65.00 0.00%
Group Camping (per person/night)$6.00 $6.00 $7.00 $7.00 $8.00 $8.00 0.00%
Portable Toilet Rental $205.00 $205.00 0.00%
OTHER FEES
Reservation Fee - online $13.00 $13.00 $14.00 $15.00 $15.00 $16.00 6.67%
Reservation Fee - by phone $15.00 $15.00 $15.00 $15.00 $15.00 $17.50 16.67%
Cancellation/Change Fee $15.00 $15.00 $15.00 $15.00 $15.00 $16.00 6.67%
2nd Vehicle Parking $12.00 $12.00 $13.00 $13.00 $13.00 $16.00 23.08%
Pavilion $75.00 $75.00 $75.00 $75.00 $75.00 $75.00 0.00%
Wood $10.00 $10.00 $10.00 $10.00 $10.00 $10.00 0.00%
Kindling $5.00 $5.00 $5.00 $5.00 $5.00 $5.00 0.00%
Ice $4.00 $4.00 $4.00 $4.00 $4.00 $4.00 0.00%
Picnic Tables (per table per day)$6.00 $6.00 $6.00 $6.00 $6.00 $7.50 25.00%
Bait / Worms $3.50 $3.50 $3.50 $3.50 $4.00 $4.00 0.00%
Vendor permit $60.00 $60.00 $60.00 $60.00 $60.00 $60.00 0.00%
Canoe/Kayak Rental - per hour $15.00 $15.00 $15.00 $15.00 $20.00 $20.00 0.00%
- per 1/2 day (4 hours)$50.00 $50.00 $50.00 $50.00 $60.00 $60.00 0.00%
Boat/Trailer Storage - off site $375.00 $375.00 $375.00 $375.00 $375.00 $375.00 0.00%
Winter Trailer Storage/camp site $225.00 $225.00 $225.00 $225.00 $250.00 $250.00 0.00%
Winter Storage Late Fee (per day)$10.00 $10.00 $10.00 $10.00 $10.00 $10.00 0.00%
BACKUS HERITAGE CONSERVATION AREA
Rentals
Church Rental $250.00 $250.00 $250.00 $250.00 $250.00 $0.00 -100.00%
Ed. Centre Rentals
- 1/2 day $240.00 $240.00 $240.00 $240.00 $247.00 $250.00 1.21%
- full day Auditorium or Classroom $400.00 $400.00 $400.00 $400.00 $412.00 $425.00 3.16%
- add for 2nd room $50.00 $50.00 $50.00 $50.00 $50.00 $75.00 50.00%
Photography
Photography Fee $75.00 $75.00 $75.00 $75.00 $100.00 $100.00 0.00%
- includes entry for 2 passenger vehicles
Education Programming- full day**$560.84 $583.62 $606.97 $625.18 3.00%- 1/2 day**$280.42 $291.81 $303.48 $312.59 3.00%
**Maximum 40 students per class per day.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2026 DRAFT BUDGET 26
PROGRAM NAME LINKS TO STRATEGIC PLAN
Strategic Directions
#1 Organizational Excellence
#3 Support & Empower Our PeoplePROGRAM MANAGER
Action Plan
Continue sustainable harvesting following 20-year FMP and the 5-year operating plan 2025 - 2030.
Protection of SAR by continuing with Ecological Surveys.
Complete prescriptions, tender marked forest tracts and monitor ongoing logging operations.
Ongoing monitoring of the Spongy Month, Oak Wilt and HWA.
Begin preparing the 2028 - 2037 MFTIP Forest Plan.
2023 2024 2025 2025 2026
Actual Actual Sep 30 YTD Budget Budget
$$ $ $ $ $ %
ACTIVITIES
General Forestry Management Services 242,968$ 230,695$ 152,255$ 247,378$ 326,511$ 79,133$ 32%LPBLT - Upland Habitat Program 88,430 85,201 52,230 71,917 - (71,917) 0%Long Point Biosphere Reserve 12,639 42,859 - - - - 0%
Invasive Species Centre - - 16,514 - - - 0%ISAF - Upland/Lowland Habitat - - 44,454 - - - 0%
344,037$ 358,754$ 265,454$ 319,295$ 326,511$ 7,216$ 2.26%
OBJECTS OF EXPENSES
Staff Expenses - Note 1 242,698$ 246,382$ 192,941$ 210,619$ 239,711$ 29,092$ 14%Staff Related Expenses - Note 2 10,500 3,521$ 9,763 11,800 11,800 - 0%
Materials and Supplies 18,234 15,993$ 19,293 19,276 16,900 (2,376) -12%
Purchased Services - Note 4 72,605 92,858$ 43,457 77,600 58,100 (19,500) -25%
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 344,037$ 358,754$ 265,454$ 319,295$ 326,511$ 7,216$ 2.26%
SOURCES OF REVENUE
Municipal Levy -$ -$ -$ -$ - -$ 0%
User Fees - Forest Revenue 332,157 316,722 346,858 310,000 310,000 - 0%
Community Support - Note 3 61,782 91,359 59,326 35,000 14,000 (21,000) -60%
Contribution from (to) Reserves (49,902) (49,327) - - 2,511 2,511 0%
Transfer from/(to) Current Year Surplus - Note 5 - - - (25,705) - 25,705 -100%
TOTAL REVENUE 344,037$ 358,754$ 406,184$ 319,295$ 326,511$ 7,216$ 2.26%
SURPLUS -$ -$ 140,730$ -$ -$ (0)$ 0%
NOTES
2. $8,500 included for membership fees including the Eastern Ontario Model Forest Association. 3. Project Learning Tree Canada Grant Funding of $14,000.4. Subcontractors are: $25,000 for ecological survey and $5,000 for a Forestry Consultant.
5. Transfer from User Fee Reserve $2,511.
STAFFING LEVELS (FTE) CHANGES IN SERVICES & ACTIVITY LEVELS
2026 2025 Forestry Technician decreased from 0.94 to 0.50 FTE.
2.00 1.79 Junior Forestry Technician added 0.42 FTE.
FTE TOTAL DEPARTMENT FTE 2026 2025 2024Manager Conservation Land Services 0%0.00 0%0.00 0.00 0.20
Supervisor of Forestry 100%1.00 74%0.74 0.74 0.50Lands & Waters Supervisor 0%0.00 5%0.05 0.05 0.00
Forestry Technician 100%1.00 74%0.74 0.94 0.94
Junior Forestry Technician 100%1.00 42%0.42 0.00 0.00HWS Technician 0%0.00 5%0.05 0.05 0.00
Seasonal Staff 0%0.00 1%0.01 0.01 0.013.00 2.00 1.79 1.65
2025 Budget
1. COLA increase.
LONG POINT REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY
2026 DRAFT BUDGET
PUBLIC FOREST LAND MANAGEMENT SERVICES
PUBLIC FOREST LAND MANAGEMENT
SERVICES
Judy Maxwell
2026 Change from
BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2026 DRAFT BUDGET 27
PROGRAM NAME LINKS TO STRATEGIC PLAN
Strategic Directions
#2 Deliver Exceptional Services & Experiences#4 Organizational Excellence
PROGRAM MANAGER
Action Plan
Plant 40,000 trees on private and LPRCA owned properties.
Complete tree survival monitoring and reporting.
2023 2024 2025 2025 2026
Actual Actual Sep 30 YTD Budget Budget
$$$ $ $ $%
ACTIVITIES
Private Property Tree Planting Services 93,155$ 92,203$ 67,242$ 134,582$ 149,603$ 15,021$ 11%
OPG Tree Planting Services - - - - - - 0%LPB/OPG Long Term Tree Planting Services 6,420 684 - - 10,000 10,000 0%Trees for Roads 16,498 - - 12,812 - (12,812) 0%116,074$ 92,887$ 67,242$ 147,394$ 159,603$ 12,210$ 8.28%
OBJECTS OF EXPENSES
Staff Expenses - Note 1 47,254$ 45,933$ 31,274$ 35,494$ 47,878$ 12,384$ 35%
Staff Related Expenses 680 695 81 850 850 - 0%
Materials and Supplies - Note 2 47,144 18,760 15,965 69,650 66,975 (2,675) -4%
Purchased Services - Note 3 20,995 27,498 19,923 41,400 43,900 2,500 6%TOTAL EXPENDITURES 116,074$ 92,887$ 67,242$ 147,394$ 159,603$ 12,210$ 8.28%
SOURCES OF REVENUE
Municipal Levy -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 0%
User Fees - Note 4 40,763 67,776 48,466 106,582 119,603 13,021 12%
Community Support - Note 5 71,505 29,170 25,069 40,812 40,000 (812) -2%
Contribution from (to) Reserves 3,805 (4,059.08) - - - - 0%
TOTAL REVENUE 116,074$ 92,887$ 73,535$ 147,394$ 159,603$ 12,210$ 8.28%
NOTES
1. COLA increase, one staff moving up grid.
2. Nursery stock of $64,000. 3. Subcontractors expense for the tree planting of $64,000 and motorpool expenses of $11,000.
4. User fees are private property tree planting funding from Forest Ontario.
5. Community Support is fees charged to landowners, trees for roads program and grant funding.
STAFFING LEVELS (FTE) CHANGES IN SERVICES & ACTIVITY LEVELS
2026 2025 Lands & Waters Supervisor decreased 0.16 FTE to grant funded program.
0.38 0.64 HWS Technician decreased to 0.10 FTE from 0.42 FTE.
FTE TOTAL DEPARTMENT FTE 2026 2025 2024
Lands & Waters Supervisor 0.00 24%0.17 0.16 0.32
HWS Technician 0.00 3%0.15 0.42 0.03
Support Staff 0.00 6%0.06 0.06 0.06
0.00 0.38 0.64 0.41
2025 Budget
LONG POINT REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY
2026 DRAFT BUDGET
PRIVATE FOREST LAND MANAGEMENT SERVICES
PRIVATE FOREST LAND MANAGEMENT
SERVICES
Leigh-Anne Mauthe
2026 Change from
BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2026 DRAFT BUDGET 28
PROGRAM NAME LINKS TO STRATEGIC PLAN
Strategic Directions
#2 Deliver Exceptional Services & Experiences
#4 Organizational Excellence
PROGRAM MANAGER
Action Plan
Support operations for parks, parkettes, flood control structures, forestry and motor pool.
Maintain the equipment and vehicles for the Authority.
Facilite the deliver and completion of capital projects.
2023 2024 2025 2025 2026
Actual Actual Sep 30 YTD Budget Budget
$$$$ $$%
ACTIVITIES
General Facility Maintenance Services 208,384$ 185,450$ 141,989$ 196,854$ 188,482$ (8,372)$ -4%Motor Pool Services 177,043 173,224 132,899 211,044 262,980 51,936 25%Amortization 69,194 126,688 - - - - 0%
454,620$ 485,362$ 274,888$ 407,898$ 451,462$ 43,564$ 10.68%
OBJECTS OF EXPENSES
Staff Expenses- Note 1 195,584$ 188,306$ 156,256$ 225,548$ 252,483$ 26,935$ 12%Staff Related Expenses 3,803 4,046 3,887 3,600 3,600 - 0%
Materials and Supplies - Note 2 93,084 89,487 56,919 90,300 101,929 11,629 13%
Purchased Services 92,955 76,835 57,826 88,450 93,450 5,000 6%
Amortization 69,194 126,688 - - - - 0%TOTAL EXPENDITURES 454,620$ 485,362$ 274,888$ 407,898$ 451,462$ 43,564$ 10.68%
SOURCES OF REVENUE -$
Municipal Levy 197,722$ 227,039$ 120,898$ 161,198$ 188,482$ 27,284$ 17%
User Fees - Note 3 390,427 417,434 315,571 418,700 419,980 1,280 0%
Contribution from (to) Reserves (133,529) (159,111) - - - - 0%
TOTAL REVENUE 454,620$ 485,362$ 436,470$ 579,898$ 608,462$ 28,564$ 4.93%
SURPLUS - Note 4 -$ -$ -$ 172,000$ 157,000$ -$ 34.78%
NOTES
1. COLA increase, 1 staff moving up the grid.
2. Fuel, Diesel and motor pool repairs.3. Motor Pool revenues of $418,700.4. 2025 Capital Budget includes the acquisition of $172,000 equipment & vehicles.
STAFFING LEVELS (FTE)CHANGES IN SERVICES & ACTIVITY LEVELS
2026 2025 Manager of Engineering and Infrastructure reduced to 0.10 FTE from 0.25 FTE allocation.
2.06 2.15 Workshop Technician increased from 0.75 FTE to 0.80 FTE.
STAFFING TOTAL DEPARTMENT FTE 2026 2025 2024
Manager of Operations 0.00 15%0.15 0.00 0.00
Manager of Engineering & Infrastructure 0.00 25%0.08 0.10 0.20
Workshop Technician 1.00 75%0.78 0.8 0.69Workshop Supervisor 1.00 85%0.65 0.85 0.85
Support Staff 0.00 35%0.40 0.40 0.35
2.00 2.06 2.15 2.09
2025 Budget
LONG POINT REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY
2026 DRAFT BUDGET
Maintenance Operations Services
Maintenance Operations Services
Saifur Rahman
2026 Change from
BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2026 DRAFT BUDGET 29
PROGRAM NAME LINKS TO STRATEGIC PLAN
Strategic Directions
#2 Deliver Exceptional Services & Experiences
#3 Support & Empower Our People
PROGRAM MANAGER #4 Organizational Excellence
Action Plan
Provide accounting, administrative, finance, human resources and payroll services.
Review and update Corporate policies.
2023 2024 2025 2025 2026
Actual Actual Sep 30 YTD Budget Budget
$$$$ $ $%
ACTIVITIES
LPRCA Board 66,652$ 63,299$ 58,248$ 70,122$ 70,906$ 784$ 1%
Corporate / IT Services 1,164,454 1,211,167 816,726 1,123,203 1,157,191 33,988 3%Amortization 10,317 7,669 - - - - 0%1,241,423$ 1,282,135$ 874,974$ 1,193,325$ 1,228,097$ 34,772$ 2.91%
OBJECTS OF EXPENSES
Staff Expenses - Note 1 678,969$ 814,174$ 502,445$ 711,678$ 758,719$ 47,041$ 7%
Staff Related Expenses 12,867 10,810 7,271 14,600 12,600 (2,000) -14%
Materials and Supplies 10,472 7,366 7,681 10,300 10,400 100 1%Purchased Services - Note 2 451,055 363,226 285,343 368,125 356,972 (11,153) -3%Equipment 11,091 15,590 13,986 18,500 18,500 - 0%Other 66,652 63,299 58,248 70,122 70,906 784 1%Amortization 10,317 7,669 - - - - 0%TOTAL EXPENDITURES 1,241,423$ 1,282,135$ 874,974$ 1,193,325$ 1,228,097$ 34,772$ 2.91%
SOURCES OF REVENUE
Municipal Levy 726,699$ 830,348$ 613,242$ 817,656$ 710,610$ (107,046)$ -13%
User Fees - Note 3 10,555 14,421 10,206 13,650 14,000 350 3%
Community Support - Note 4 325,986 345,443 409,419 233,850 235,950 2,100 1%
Interest on Investments 23,813 33,769 - - - - 0%
Gain on Sale of Assets 11,271 - 15,328 - - - 0%Contribution from (to) Reserves - Note 6 143,098 58,155 - - 136,660 136,660 0%Transfer from/(to) Current Year Surplus - Note 5 - - - 128,168 130,877 2,708 2%TOTAL REVENUE 1,241,423$ 1,282,135$ 1,048,195$ 1,193,325$ 1,228,097$ 34,772$ 2.91%
NOTES
1. COLA increase, three staff moving up the grid.
2. Includes the lease of the administration office space $119,725.
3. Rental of office space $14,000.
4. Gas lease revenue of $2,000, water irrigation permit fee of $1,100, interest revenue $200,250 andendowment interest of $20,000 to cover overhead, taxes and insurance for Backus Education Center.5. The transfer from current year surplus user fee departments is $130,877.6. Transfer from reserves $136,660.
STAFFING LEVELS (FTE)CHANGES IN SERVICES & ACTIVITY LEVELS
2026 2025 Project Consultant reduced to 0.0 FTE from 0.4 FTE.
5.92 5.92 Special Projects reduced to 0.0 FTE from 0.25 FTE.
STAFFING TOTAL DEPARTMENT FTE 2026 2025 2024
General Manager 1.00 99%0.99 0.99 0.99
Manager of Corporate Services 1.00 100%1.00 1.00 1.00
Accounting Clerk (2)2.00 190%1.90 1.90 1.90HR Associate/Receptionist 1.00 100%1.00 1.00 1.00
Receptionist 1.00 100%1.00 1.00 1.00Project Consultant 0.00 0%0.00 0.00 0.40
Special Projects 0.00 0%0.00 0.00 0.25
Seasonal Support Staff 0.00 3%0.03 0.03 0.026.00 5.92 5.92 6.56
2025 Budget
LONG POINT REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY
2026 DRAFT BUDGET
CORPORATE SERVICES
CORPORATE SERVICES
Aaron LeDuc
2026 Change from
30
Draft 2026
before HST CORPORATE SERVICES
$45.13Hold Harmless Agreements for research or events
Irrigation Access Permits within Conservation Authority owned properties $1,000.00
LONG POINT REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY
CORPORATE SERVICES FEE SCHEDULE
CAPITAL PROJECTS 2026 General Special Provincial Endowment Unrestricted User Fee Prior Year In-Year TotalLevyLevyFunding Funding Reserves Reserve Capital Levy Surplus
Watershed Services
Flood Control Structure Repairs and Studies 100,000 260,000 75,000 435,000
Nanticoke Creek Flood Hazard Mapping 25,000 25,000 50,000 Upper Big Creek Flood and Erosion Hazard Mapping 35,000 35,000 70,000
Conservation Authority Lands
Property Gates 5,000 5,000
Signage Project 6,000 6,000
Parking Lots and Fencing Upgrades 14,000 14,000
Building Demolitions 17,000 17,000
Backus Heritage and Education Services Backus Mill Structural Review 14,500 14,500
Conservation Parks Management Services
Campground Washroom Upgrades 18,000 18,000
Waterford North Premium Site Additions 12,500 12,500
Backus CA Playground Equipment 83,280 83,280
Haldimand CA Playground Equipment 56,575 56,575
Backus CA Barn/Workshop Replacement 190,000 190,000 Campground Cabin 27,600 27,600
Haldimand and Norfolk CA Water Upgrades 20,000 20,000
Maintenance Operation Services
Workshop Lighting Upgrade 8,000 8,000
Vehicle Replacement (2 1/2 ton Pickup Truck)118,000 118,000
Equipment Replacement (2 Riding Lawn Mowers)39,000 39,000
Corporate Services
Computer Upgrades 15,000 15,000
Total 157,000$ 260,000$ 135,000$ -$ 83,280$ 246,575$ 160,600$ 157,000$ 1,199,455$
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Capital Budget Summary 2026
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PROGRAMS AND PROJECTS
Flood Control Structure Repairs and Studies 435,000 885,500 2,085,000 1,085,000 250,000 $4,740,500 Nanticoke Creek Flood Hazard Mapping 50,000 $50,000
Upper Big Creek Flood and Erosion Hazard Mapping 70,000 50,000 $120,000
Property Gates 5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000 $25,000 Signage Project 6,000 6,000 6,000 6,000 $24,000
Parking Lot and Fencing Upgrades 14,000 $14,000
Backus Heritage and Education Services
Building Demolitions 17,000 $17,000
Backus Mill Structural Review 14,500 $14,500
Campgrounds Washroom Upgrades 18,000 $18,000 Waterford North Premium Site Addition 12,500 $12,500
Backus CA Playground Equipment 83,280 $83,280 Haldimand Playground Equipment 56,575 $56,575
Backus CA Barn/Workshop Replacement 190,000 $190,000
Campgrounds Cabin Replacement 27,600 $27,600
Campgrounds CA Water Upgrades 20,000 20,000 20,000 20,000 20,000 $100,000
Maintenance Operation Services
Vehicle Replacement (1 1500 pickup trucks)118,000 59,000 59,000 59,000 59,000 $354,000 Equipment Replacement (1 riding lawnmower)39,000 19,000 19,000 19,000 19,000 $115,000
Equipment Replacement (1 Tractor)55,000 $55,000
Workshop Lighting Upgrade 8,000 $8,000
Corporate Services
Computer Upgrades 15,000 12,500 12,500 12,500 12,500 $65,000
1,199,455$ 1,057,000$ 2,206,500$ 1,261,500$ 365,500$ 6,089,955$
157,000$ 23,500$ 173,500$ 173,500$ 17,500$ 545,000$
MUNICIPAL SPECIAL LEVY - Capital 260,000$ 885,500$ 1,635,000$ 735,000$ 250,000$ 3,765,500$
135,000$ 25,000$ 300,000$ 200,000$ -$ 660,000$
Endowment Funding -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$
Unrestricted Reserves 83,280$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 83,280$
User Fee Reserve 246,575$ 20,000$ 20,000$ 20,000$ 20,000$ 326,575$
160,600$ 25,000$ -$ -$ -$ 185,600$
Surplus - current year 157,000$ 78,000$ 78,000$ 133,000$ 78,000$ 524,000$
1,199,455$ 1,057,000$ 2,206,500$ 1,261,500$ 365,500$ 6,089,955$
Long Point Region Conservation Authority FIVE YEAR DRAFT CAPITAL BUDGET 2026-2030CORPORATE SUMMARY
2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 TotalOBJECTS OF EXPENSES
Watershed Services
Conservation Authority Lands
MUNICIPAL GENERAL LEVY - Capital
Conservation Parks Management Services
SOURCES OF REVENUE
Grants - Provincial (MNR) (WECI/FHIMP/CWA)
Capital Levy Reserves
Capital Budget Summary 2026-2030
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Flood Control Structures Capital Summary 2026-
2035
The Long Point Region Conservation Authority currently owns and operates 12 dams and water
control structures within its watershed. Historically, these structures were constructed for a variety of reasons including water storage, flow augmentation, municipal and agricultural water sources, power generation and recreation. Many of these structures were constructed in the
1960s while others were constructed over 100 years ago. In 2014 LPRCA hired Riggs Engineering to undertake a visual inspection of six structures. The
structures identified and inspected were Backus Mill, Deer Creek, Hay Creek, Lehman, Norwich and Teeterville dams. The inspections identified a number of concerns with the structures relating to public safety and maintenance. As part of the inspection, corrective action and tasks
were identified based on priority intervals of 1-2, 2-5 and 5-10 years. Dam Safety Reviews and Condition Assessments (DSR) have been completed for Vittoria, Teeterville, Backus Mill, Hay Creek, Norwich, and Deer Creek Dams. The DSR for Lehman Dam is currently being completed in 2025. Recommendations from the inspections along with the DSR have been incorporated into the Capital Plan for Dams. Where possible, LPRCA staff applies for matching funds from the Water and Erosion Control Infrastructure (WECI) Program administered by the Ministry of Natural Resources. The WECI
Program is competitive amongst all conservation authorities with a limited amount of funding allocated based on a priority scoring system. 2026 Flood Control Structures Capital Plan
The Long Point Region Conservation Authority currently owns and operates 12 dams and water control structures within the watershed. For 2026, LPRCA staff are proposing to complete the
following: 1. Deer Creek Dam – Safety Boom Installation ($100,000)
Design, supply and installation of a new permanent public safety boom upstream of the Deer Creek Dam, including onshore and in-water anchors. The boom will be designed to withstand year-round environmental conditions such as ice and debris loading and will meet the current
Guidelines for Public Safety Around Dams (CDA 2011) and MNR Lakes and Rivers
Improvement Act technical requirements to prevent public access and enhance operational safety. 2. Sutton Dam – Structure Removal and Site Restoration ($160,000) Implementation of the removal of remaining dam components, including the concrete foundation that supported the stoplogs, and the footbridge with its piers and abutments. The work will restore the river’s natural flow, improve fish passage, and support long-term aquatic and riparian
habitat restoration. It will also enhance public safety by eliminating deteriorated infrastructure, reduce structural risk, and improve climate resilience by returning the river to its natural state and supporting local biodiversity. This construction phase will follow the design which is
underway and will complete the Sutton Dam decommissioning initiated in 2004
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3. Vittoria Dam – Implementation of 2024 Environmental Assessment Outcomes ($175,000) The Design Study to repair the concrete structure and to draw the reservoir down to the dam’s
control structure sill over a number of years and allow the area of the reservoir to naturalize. The Canada Water Agency (CWA) has committed $645,000 over four years (2025-2029) for the design and implementation. The design study will proceed in 2026 with reservoir drawdown and
dam decommissioning to follow in 2027 and 2028. The cost of the design study in 2026 is $175,000 of which CWA will contribute $75,000. Staff propose to apply for WECI funding assistance in 2026 for design study costs not covered by CWA.
LPRCA Flood Control Structures
Backus Mill Dam The Backus Mill Dam was constructed to power a grist mill approximately 11 km north of Port Rowan on Dedrick Creek in Norfolk County. Historically the Dam was constructed to power a grist mill in the 1800’s and continues to supply water to the historic mill and serves as a feature for the Backus Heritage Conservation Area. The Dam is a composite gravity dam with earthen embankments on either side and a concrete spillway with stoplogs for adjusting water levels.
The Riggs inspection identified the Dam to be in need of repairs to the bridge, spillway and embankment. A structural analysis and assessment of the timber bridge with respect to the Canadian Highway Bridge Design Code was completed. The bridge was reinforced for capacity requirements and curbs added for vehicular safety in 2016. Pedestrian railings around the
bridge and dam were added in 2017/18 to protect the public from fall hazards. Portions of the embankment were determined to be steep and over-steep with areas
experiencing localized loss of material. Potential solutions included bringing in new material, re-grading the downstream slope to a 2H:1V inclination and installing French drains at the new toe of slope. This would require extending downstream wingwalls at the spillway to accommodate
the re-graded 2H:1V inclination of the slope and extending the stilling basin to accommodate the re-graded slope. As required by the Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR) for such work, a Dam Safety Review was carried out in 2017. The Hazard Classification of the Dam is determined to
be LOW; however, the Dam fails to pass the 100-year Inflow Design Flood and would be overtopped.
A Lakes and Rivers Improvement Act (LRIA) permit is required from MNR for the dam repairs. The LRIA application requires the Dam to be modified to pass the IDF (100-year flow) as part of the necessary embankment repairs. Design for the repairs was completed by Riggs Engineering in March 2019. The capacity of the dam will be increased by constructing a semi-circular weir upstream of the dam to control the discharge, removing the logs from the dam control structure, and regrading the road to provide for controlled overflow. Funding opportunities are being assessed with construction scheduled post-2027. To date, all repairs and designs have been co-funded by the WECI program and LPRCA general levy.
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Brook Dam The Brook Dam is an earth fill dam which was built with three stop log sections. LPRCA purchased the property in 1972, and the dam has not been operated since 1980. A new railing at the bridge entrance was installed in 1994. The dam was partially decommissioned in 2007 and although the dam is not operating anymore, the concrete structure still remains. A Dam Safety Study is included in the Capital Plan for 2031 to determine if a dam failure is still a risk to the downstream properties.
Deer Creek Dam
The Dam was constructed on Deer Creek approximately 2.7 km north of the confluence with Big Creek in Norfolk County in the late 1960’s. LPRCA constructed the Dam as a water storage area, an agricultural irrigation source, a recreational opportunity and feature for the adjacent
Deer Creek Conservation Area, and to support Norfolk County Road 45 and its bridge over the watercourse and valley system. The Dam is a composite gravity dam with earthen embankments on either side and a concrete spillway. Stoplogs are included in the spillway for
minor adjustment of water levels but are not actively operated due to inaccessibility and lack of need.
The 2014 inspection identified the Dam to be in relatively good condition. Noted by the inspection is an ongoing alkai-silica reaction across the majority of the dam’s concrete. Alkai-
silica reaction of concrete is between the cement paste and the aggregate that leads to swelling resulting in spalling, loss of strength, and potential failure. Concrete repair planned in 2020 and 2021 was not approved for WECI funding but proceeded in 2022 with Norfolk County funding. An application made to the WECI program again in 2022 was approved, reducing the cost to Norfolk County. Additional items for further investigation and maintenance to ensure the structure’s long-term health and performance include a video camera inspection of the toe drains. The safety fence
was upgraded in 2018 to Ontario Building Code standards around hazards. The required Dam Safety Review, originally planned in 2020, was approved for WECI funding in 2024 and was completed in 2025.
Hay Creek Dam The Hay Creek Dam was originally constructed in 1967 by the Big Creek Conservation Authority approximately 4.5 km from Lake Erie. The dam was constructed as a water storage area, an agricultural irrigation source, a recreational opportunity and feature for the adjacent Hay Creek Conservation Area, and to support Port Ryerse Road and its bridge over the watercourse and
valley system.
The Dam was identified by the Riggs Engineering inspection as a high priority structure requiring immediate attention. Specifically identified with the Dam was the disabling of the shear pin mechanism without prior approval from MNRF under LRIA. The shear pin mechanism was intended to release stop logs during flood flows to increase flow capacity and reduce the potential for overtopping of the Dam. In 2015/16 WECI co-funded a hydraulic study of the disabled shear pin mechanism. It was determined the flow capacity of the Dam was reduced
and the structure would be overtopped during a 100-year flood. In response, the water level
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was reduced to an appropriate level (now current level) that allows the structure to pass the 100-year flood with adequate freeboard.
Deterioration of downstream wingwalls was identified in the Riggs inspection as a priority concern. Potential causes of the issues related to the walls include a buildup of water behind
the wingwalls and joint deterioration. A Dam Safety Review and Condition Assessment was completed in 2018 to assess the overall
condition of the Dam. The Hazard Classification was determined to be HIGH based on the potential loss of life due to flooding at one home downstream at Gilbert Road. However, Norfolk County enlarged the Gilbert Road culvert in 2023 at which time the hazard was reduced to
LOW. The Dam Safety Review concluded that the downstream embankment does not meet the structural stability standards. A potential solution would include repairing the concrete, adding wicking behind the wingwalls to improve drainage, installing a sheet pile wall mid-way down the downstream slope to improve stability, and maintaining the lower water level as has been the case since 2016. The design study for the repairs is underway in 2024-25 with construction shown in the capital forecast for 2027. Should LPRCA choose to explore abandonment or decommissioning of the dam in the long-
term, an environmental assessment and consultation process will be required. At Norfolk County’s request, the EA is shown in the capital forecast for 2028-29 to align with the County’s bridge repair planning.
Lehman Dam Lehman Dam was constructed in 1964 downstream of the confluence of North and South Creek to provide a drinking water source for the Town of Delhi. Norfolk County no longer uses the Dam’s reservoir as a municipal drinking water source. The reservoir continues to be used as an agricultural irrigation source and a conservation area feature.
The Dam and reservoir have been identified to be in relatively good condition by Riggs Engineering. Repairs to the fish ladder related to potential erosion were delayed in 2017 and
proposed in 2018 with co-funding from WECI (unsuccessfully). These repairs were considered in 2019/2020 but are being postponed until the MTO gives direction to the culvert on Hwy. #3. Action and safety items identified to be addressed in 2-5 years, including replacing safety
railings consistent with the Ontario Building Code were completed in 2023. Discussions with Norfolk County staff and the Ministry of Transportation (MTO) have called into
question the future of the Dam. New water supply wells east of Delhi have eliminated the need for the Dam and reservoir as a source for municipal water. An MTO culvert at the upper upstream limit of the reservoir is scheduled to be replaced. The backwater effects of the reservoir and future of the reservoir will likely impact the type of crossing constructed (bridge or culvert) and associated costs. An Environmental Assessment to consider the Dam’s future is included in the Capital Plan in 2029. The required Dam Safety Review for Lehman Dam is underway in 2025 with funding assistance from the MNR WECI program.
Norwich Dam
The Norwich Dam was originally constructed in the late 1960’s by the Big Otter Conservation Authority approximately 103 km upstream from Lake Erie within the village of Norwich on Big Otter Creek. In 1971, the Dam came under the ownership of the LPRCA after the Big Creek
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Region and Otter Creek Conservation Authorities merged. The Dam currently serves as a feature to the Norwich Conservation Area and has historically provided low flow augmentation.
The Dam has been identified to be in relatively good condition based on the inspection report. Additional action items identified to be addressed in 2-5 years include inspecting the
downstream stilling basin for erosion; assessing the upstream embankment condition; and adding riprap protection as necessary. The safety fence around public hazards was upgraded in 2018 to Ontario Building Code standards. A new all-season permanent public safety boom
was installed in February 2025 to enhance public safety. The boom was designed, supplied, and installed in accordance with the Canadian Dam Association (CDA) Guidelines for Public Safety Around Dams (2011) and MNR Lakes and Rivers Improvement Act technical
requirements. A Dam Safety Review and Condition Assessment, was completed in 2020 to assess the overall condition of the Dam. The Hazard Classification has been determined to be MEDIUM based on the potential property damage due to flooding downstream in the Town of Norwich. The Dam Safety Review concluded that the dam meets capacity standards and can pass the inflow design flood without overtopping. However, the dam does not meet the structural stability standard for winter ice loading conditions; the control structure will require anchoring or mass
adding to meet this structural stability standard. Ice loading considerations and options for remediation will be investigated further.
The severe erosion on the upstream slope of the earth embankment was repaired in 2022 with WECI funding assistance. The dam safety review also recommends a number of small operator and public safety repairs.
Sutton Dam
The Sutton Dam was reconstructed in 1960; at this time a new spillway section consisting of two
log sections, 6 feet wide by 12 feet high, were built. The dam was partially decommissioned in 2005 by removing all of the stop logs and the flashboards. A design study is underway in 2025 to deal with the deteriorating structure and erosion issues at the dam, with implementation planned for 2026.
Teeterville Dam
The Teeterville Dam was originally constructed in the early 1900’s approximately 36 km from Lake Erie within the village of Teeterville, Norfolk County on Big Creek. In 1954, the structure and reservoir were purchased by the former Big Creek Conservation Authority. After taking
ownership, the Big Creek Conservation Authority made modifications to the dam by adding stop logs to increase the reservoir level approximately 1.0 metre. The dam came under the ownership of LPRCA after the Big Creek Region and Otter Conservation Authorities merged in 1971. Norfolk County, LPRCA and privately-owned lands surround the dam and reservoir.
The structure was identified as a high priority structure based on its condition by the 2014 Riggs Engineering inspection. A Dam Safety Review and Condition Assessment was co-funded by WECI and completed by AECOM in 2016. The assessment determined the Dam does not meet stability requirements, the stilling basin is undermined and repairs are required to the concrete and operator bridge. The Dam was lowered to its winter operating level in October 2016 and will be maintained at its current level to reduce loading on the Dam and avoid the need for operator access on the unsafe bridge.
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The current reduced operating level will not address the inadequate stability condition of the
Dam. To address the instability, required portions of the Dam could potentially be anchored and/or mass added at a significant cost. A sediment management plan was completed in 2017 to facilitate LPRCA’s options including following through on the necessary repairs or lowering
the reservoir further.
In 2018/19 Stantec Engineering undertook a design to facilitate construction and obtain Lakes
and Rivers Improvement Act (LRIA) approval from MNRF for the repairs. The work will improve global stability to meet dam safety standards and LRIA requirements, repair deteriorated concrete and provide operator access. The old bridge was removed from the top of the dam by
Norfolk County in 2022.
Based on discussions with Norfolk County staff, an Environmental Assessment is underway with WECI funding assistance in 2024 and 2025 to consider options that include repair, modification, or decommissioning of the dam to meet long-term safety and stability requirements. The preferred alternative will be presented to the Board and Norfolk County Council in late 2025. Detailed design and permitting for the selected alternative identified through the Class Environmental Assessment (EA) is included in the Capital Plan in 2027.
Vittoria Dam
Vittoria Dam was first constructed between 1805 and 1810 near the town of Vittoria, Norfolk County to power grist and saw mills. During its operation the dam was rebuilt a number of times due to failure and deterioration. In 1964 the Big Creek Region Conservation Authority commissioned the dam to be rebuilt at its present location approximately 5 km from Lake Erie on Youngs Creek. The Vittoria Dam is primarily comprised of an earthen berm and concrete structure with stoplogs to control water levels. The majority of the structural components of the dam are located within the road allowance of Mill Pond Road with the berm of Vittoria Dam providing a base for the road and concrete structure supporting the bridge deck.
In 2015 a Dam Safety Review was completed by AECOM and co-funded by WECI. The study identified minor, major and safety repairs, as well as the hazard classification, associated inflow/design flood and stability requirements.
AECOM identified the need for concrete repair on the wingwalls, piers, abutments and deck, as well as operator safety repairs and repairs/improvements on the approach road and deck. The
operator safety repairs were completed in 2016.
The Dam Safety Review identified the Dam as a HIGH hazard classification structure based on
the potential loss of life at the homes in the floodplain downstream. The high hazard classification sets out very clear and stringent requirements for stability and ability to pass higher design flows. Based on the Dam Safety Review, the structure fails to meet most of these requirements and requires major structural modifications including an emergency spillway to increase discharge capacity, concrete repairs and base anchoring to meet earthquake stability requirements.
An Environmental Assessment was initiated in 2023 to investigate options to repair, modify,
abandon or decommission the Dam in consultation with the affected community and applicable government agencies. The approved option is to repair the concrete structure and to draw the
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reservoir down to the dam’s control structure sill over a number of years and allow the area of the reservoir to naturalize. The design study for the plan implementation was not approved for
WECI funding in 2025. However, the Canada Water Agency (CWA) has committed $645,000 over four years (2025-2028) for the design and implementation. The design study will proceed in 2026 with reservoir drawdown and dam decommissioning to follow in 2027 and 2028. Staff
propose to apply for WECI funding assistance in 2026 for the remainder of the design study costs not covered by CWA.
Dam Safety Review A Dam Safety Review (DSR) is a comprehensive study of the dam and its associated components. The study determines important information such as the Hazard Classification,
Inflow Design Flood, structural stability and condition of the dam, and operator safety. DSR’s were completed for the Vittoria, Teeterville, Backus Mill, Hay Creek and Norwich Dams based on their assessment and condition. A DSR provides valuable information when determining the
future of the dam, making LRIA applications and developing decommissioning plans. Dam Safety Reviews are required as part of the provincial Dam Safety Standards. MNR requires a completed Dam Safety Review accompany any application under the Lakes and River
Improvement Act for dam works including most major structural repairs. Dam Safety Reviews are to be reviewed and updated every 10 years.
2026 – 2035 Capital Plan Costs to undertake the necessary repairs and studies for the LPRCA water control structures are forecast as outlined below in Table A. Costs are based on the best available information
from the Dam Safety Review studies. Funding through the provincial WECI Program and other sources will be sought where possible.
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Long Point Region Conservation Authority
Table A: Capital Forecast Summary
2027 2028 2029 2030 2031 2032 2033 2034 2035
Repairs Studies
Backus Mill $ 55,000 $ 735,000 $125,000 $915,000
Brooks $ 119,000 $ 300,000 $419,000
Deer Creek1 100,000$ $ 200,000 $250,000 $550,000
Hay Creek $ 410,000 $ 150,000 $ 100,000 $512,000 $1,172,000
Lehman $ 150,000 $ 119,000 $ 487,000 $756,000
Norwich $ 150,000 $125,000 $275,000
Sutton2 $ 160,000 $160,000
Teeterville3 $ 108,000 $ 1,380,000 $125,000 $1,613,000
Vittoria4 $ 175,000 $ 367,500 $ 300,000 $ 200,000 $ 100,000 $1,142,500
Total– General $100,000 $0 $0 $150,000 $150,000 $0 $119,000 $0 $0 $250,000 $125,000 $894,000
Total - Grant $0 $75,000 $0 $300,000 $200,000 $0 $0 $575,000
Total– Special (Norfolk)$160,000 $100,000 $885,500 $1,635,000 $735,000 $100,000 $119,000 $487,000 $400,000 $512,000 $250,000 $5,383,500
Total– Special (Norwich)$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $150,000 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $150,000
Total Cost $260,000 $175,000 $885,500 $2,085,000 $1,085,000 $250,000 $238,000 $487,000 $400,000 $762,000 $375,000 $7,002,500
*GL Dam Safety Review *SL Engineering SL (Norfolk)Major Repair
GL Environmental Assessment GL Safety / Routine Repair SL (Norwich)Major Repair
Grant Funding
* GL = General Levy
* SL = Special Benefitting Levy
Assumptions:
Costs are based on best available cost information for Repair options.
1Deer Creek Dam - Public Safety Boom.
2Sutton Dam - Removal of existing structure and remediation.
3Teeterville Dam - Class EA will be completed by March 31, 2026.
4Vittoria Dam
Structure
Year
Total2026
- Engineered designed and implementation plan according to the Class EA to be funded by Norfolk County $100,000 and Canada Water Agency $75,000.
Table A: 2026-2035 Capital Plan
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PROJECT NUMBER
(use GL account #)
PROJECT NAME PROJECT DESCRIPTION
PROJECT MANAGER
2026 REPAIRS 2026 STUDIES 2027 2028 2029 2030 TOTAL
55,000$ 735,000$ 790,000$
100,000$ 200,000$ 300,000$
410,000$ 150,000$ 560,000$
150,000$ 150,000$
150,000$ 150,000$
108,000$ 1,380,000$ 1,488,000$
Vittoria - 3 175,000$ 367,500$ 300,000$ 200,000$ 100,000$ 1,142,500$
Big Creek Control Gate -$
-$
160,000$ 160,000$
Waterford Control Gate -$
TOTALS 260,000$ 175,000$ 885,500$ 2,085,000$ 1,085,000$ 250,000$ 4,740,500$
2026 REPAIRS 2026 STUDIES 2027 2028 2029 2030 TOTAL
100,000$ 150,000$ 150,000$ 400,000$
SPECIAL LEVY 160,000$ 100,000$ 885,500$ 1,635,000$ 735,000$ 250,000$ 3,765,500$
75,000$ 300,000$ 200,000$ 575,000$
-$
MOTOR POOL RESERVE -$
-$
-$
TOTALS 260,000$ 175,000$ 885,500$ 2,085,000$ 1,085,000$ 250,000$ 4,740,500$
Flood Control Structures
Saifur Rahman, Manager of Engineering and Infrastructure
2026-2030 CAPITAL BUDGET FOR LPRCA
CAPITAL PROJECT DETAIL SHEET
Repairs and studies for
various water control structures.
The Flood Control Structures 10-year Capital Summary 2026-2035 is presented in Table A: 2026-2035 Capital Plan Summary.
SOURCES OF FINANCING
Backus Mill
Deer Creek - 4
Hay Creek
Lehman
Norwich
Teeterville - 1
Sutton - 2
Brook
PRIOR YEAR CAPITAL LEVY
NOTES1. Teeterville Dam: Conservation Authority Class Environmental Assessment (Class EA) Year 2 of the project to investigate options to repair, modify, abandon
or decommission the Dam in consultation with the affected community and applicable government agencies. This was an approved WECI project in 2024 for a total project of $155,000. Finishes March 31, 2026
2. Sutton Dam Structure Design and Removal: The dam was decommissioned in 2005 by removing all of the stop logs and the flashboards. The remaining
concrete is deteriorating. The engineered design plan for the removal of the structure and implementation plan will restore natural waterflow, improve fish migrations and revitalize habitat. There is a footbridge on top of the structure. The removal and remediation is to take place.
3. Vittoria Dam: Engineered design and implementation plan according to the Class EA to be funded by Norfolk County and the Canada Water Agency4. Deer Creek: Public Safety Boom
MUNICIPAL GENERAL LEVY - Capital
UNRESTRICTED RESERVE
FEDERAL (CWA)
USER FEE RESERVE
Watershed Services Capital Project Detail Sheets
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PROJECT NUMBER
(use GL account #)
PROJECT NAME PROJECT DESCRIPTION NEED FOR PROJECT
PROJECT MANAGER
2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 TOTAL
-$
-$
50,000$ 50,000$
-$
-$
-$
-$
TOTALS 50,000$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 50,000$
2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 TOTAL
-$
25,000$ 25,000$
-$
-$
MOTOR POOL RESERVE -$
-$
25,000$ 25,000$
TOTALS 50,000$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 50,000$
NOTES
This project is approved by the Province for 50% funding under the Flood Hazard Identification and Mapping Program (FHIMP) and started in 2025.
PRIOR YEAR CAPITAL LEVY
SOURCES OF FINANCING
MUNICIPAL GENERAL LEVY - Capital
ENDOWMENT FUNDING
PROVINCIAL (FHIMP)
USER FEE RESERVE
UNRESTRICTED RESERVE
2026-2030 CAPITAL BUDGET FOR LPRCACAPITAL PROJECT DETAIL SHEET
Nanticoke Creek Flood
Hazard Mapping
Complete 46 kms of engineering quality flood hazard mapping on Nanticoke Creek
The existing mapping is from 1977. For the Planning Department and to inform Haldimand and Norfolk Counties of flood hazards in their jurisdiction.
Leigh-Mauthe, Manager of Watershed Services
MATERIALS AND SUPPLIES
EQUIPMENT
OTHER
ESTIMATED COSTS
LAND ACQUISITION
BUILDING CONSTRUCTION
CONSULTANTS
CONTRACTS
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PROJECT NUMBER
(use GL account #)
PROJECT NAME PROJECT DESCRIPTION NEED FOR PROJECT
PROJECT MANAGER
2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 TOTAL
-$
-$
70,000$ 50,000$ 120,000$
-$
-$
-$
-$
TOTALS 70,000$ 50,000$ -$ -$ -$ 120,000$
2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 TOTAL
-$
35,000$ 25,000$ 60,000$
-$
-$
MOTOR POOL RESERVE -$
35,000$ 25,000$ 60,000$
-$
TOTALS 70,000$ 50,000$ -$ -$ -$ 120,000$
PRIOR YEAR CAPITAL LEVY
NOTES
This project is approved for 50% funding under the Flood Hazard Identification and Mapping Program (FHIMP) and will start in 2026.
USER FEE RESERVE
UNRESTRICTED RESERVE
ESTIMATED COSTS
LAND ACQUISITION
BUILDING CONSTRUCTION
CONSULTANTS
CONTRACTS
MATERIALS AND SUPPLIES
EQUIPMENT
OTHER
SOURCES OF FINANCING
MUNICIPAL GENERAL LEVY - Capital
ENDOWMENT FUNDING
PROVINCIAL (FHIMP)
2026-2030 CAPITAL BUDGET FOR LPRCACAPITAL PROJECT DETAIL SHEET
Upper Big Creek Flood and Erosion Hazard
Mapping
Complete 32 kms of engineering quality flood and erosion hazard mapping on Big Creek
No flood hazard mapping exists for Big Creek above Delhi. For the Planning Department to inform Brant County of flooding and erosion hazards in their jurisdiction.
Leigh-Mauthe, Manager of
Watershed Services
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PROJECT NUMBER
(use GL account #)
PROJECT NAME PROJECT DESCRIPTION NEED FOR PROJECT
PROJECT MANAGER
2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 TOTAL
-$
-$
-$
-$
5,000$ 5,000$ 5,000$ 5,000$ 5,000$ 25,000$
-$
-$
TOTALS 5,000$ 5,000$ 5,000$ 5,000$ 5,000$ 25,000$
2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 TOTAL
5,000$ 5,000$ 5,000$ 5,000$ 5,000$ 25,000$
-$
-$
-$
PRIOR YEAR CAPITAL LEVY -$
MOTOR POOL RESERVE -$
-$
TOTALS 5,000$ 5,000$ 5,000$ 5,000$ 5,000$ 25,000$
NOTESGates are built and installed by the workshop staff.
USER FEE RESERVE
SOURCES OF FINANCING
MUNICIPAL GENERAL LEVY - Capital
ENDOWMENT FUNDING
UNRESTRICTED RESERVE
PROVINCIAL
2026-2030 CAPITAL BUDGET FOR LPRCACAPITAL PROJECT DETAIL SHEET
Property Gates Build and install gates at forest tract entrances.Some of the LPRCA forest tracts are missing gates at the entrances. The placement of gates discourages ATV trespassing and garbage dumping. LPRCA would like to continue installing four gates a year.
Judy Maxwell, General Manager
MATERIALS AND SUPPLIES
EQUIPMENT
OTHER
ESTIMATED COSTS
LAND ACQUISITION
BUILDING CONSTRUCTION
CONSULTANTS
CONTRACTS
Conservation Authority Lands Capital Project Detail Sheets
BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2026 DRAFT BUDGET 44
PROJECT NUMBER
(use GL account #)
PROJECT NAME PROJECT DESCRIPTION NEED FOR PROJECT
PROJECT MANAGER
2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 TOTAL
-$
-$
-$
-$
6,000$ 6,000$ 6,000$ 6,000$ 24,000$
-$
-$
TOTALS 6,000$ 6,000$ 6,000$ 6,000$ -$ 24,000$
2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 TOTAL
6,000$ 6,000$ 6,000$ 6,000$ 24,000$
PROVINCIAL -$
-$
-$
MOTOR POOL RESERVE -$
-$
TOTALS 6,000$ 6,000$ 6,000$ 6,000$ -$ 24,000$
2026-2030 CAPITAL BUDGET FOR LPRCACAPITAL PROJECT DETAIL SHEET
Signage project Signs, posts and hardware for 24 prioritized properties
Signage is required for risk management. The project started in 2025 and 24
additional properties will be completed in 2026.
Judy Maxwell, General Manager
UNRESTRICTED RESERVE
ESTIMATED COSTS
LAND ACQUISITION
BUILDING CONSTRUCTION
CONSULTANTS
CONTRACTS
MATERIALS AND SUPPLIES
EQUIPMENT
OTHER
SOURCES OF FINANCING
MUNICIPAL GENERAL LEVY - Capital
ENDOWMENT FUNDING
NOTES
As a result of a risk management review for insurance purposes, there was a suggestion to add signage with disclaimers and information on LPRCA properties. Staff has identified 24 properties as a priority based on frequency of usage and activities.
USER FEE RESERVE
BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2026 DRAFT BUDGET 45
PROJECT NUMBER
(use GL account #)
PROJECT NAME PROJECT DESCRIPTION NEED FOR PROJECT
PROJECT MANAGER
2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 TOTAL
-$
-$
-$
-$
14,000$ 14,000$
-$
-$
TOTALS 14,000$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 14,000$
2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 TOTAL
14,000$ 14,000$
PROVINCIAL -$
-$
-$
MOTOR POOL RESERVE -$
-$
TOTALS 14,000$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 14,000$
MATERIALS AND SUPPLIES
2026-2030 CAPITAL BUDGET FOR LPRCACAPITAL PROJECT DETAIL SHEET
Parking Lots and Fencing
Upgrades
Upgrade the parking lot and fencing at Brooks CA and Black Creek CA
The parking lots at Brooks CA and Black Creek CA are in need of repair for
visitor safety and enjoyment. Fencing along the river will also be installed at Brooks CA.
Judy Maxwell, General Manager
ESTIMATED COSTS
LAND ACQUISITION
BUILDING CONSTRUCTION
CONSULTANTS
CONTRACTS
USER FEE RESERVE
NOTES
The work will be completed by the workshop staff. There would be gravel added to the parking lots. Fences would be added to areas to improve the safety along the river bank and the trail. Overgrown trees and shrubs will be removed in the parking lot area.
EQUIPMENT
OTHER
SOURCES OF FINANCING
MUNICIPAL GENERAL LEVY - Capital
ENDOWMENT FUNDING
UNRESTRICTED RESERVE
BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2026 DRAFT BUDGET 46
PROJECT NUMBER
(use GL account #)
PROJECT NAME PROJECT DESCRIPTION NEED FOR PROJECT
PROJECT MANAGER
2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 TOTAL
-$
-$
-$
17,000$ 17,000$
-$
-$
-$
TOTALS 17,000$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 17,000$
2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 TOTAL
17,000$ 17,000$
PROVINCIAL -$
-$
-$
MOTOR POOL RESERVE -$
-$
-$
TOTALS 17,000$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 17,000$
2026-2030 CAPITAL BUDGET FOR LPRCA
CAPITAL PROJECT DETAIL SHEET
Historic Site Building Demolitions
Demolition of buildings in Historic Village Within the Heritage Site at Backus there are many buildings all in different physical conditions. A report was completed by an external consultant that identified structures and buildings that need to be demolished due to the physical conditions. These structures pose a staff and public safety hazard.
Judy Maxwell, General Manager
UNRESTRICTED RESERVE
ESTIMATED COSTS
LAND ACQUISITION
BUILDING CONSTRUCTION
CONSULTANTS
CONTRACTS
MATERIALS AND SUPPLIES
EQUIPMENT
OTHER
SOURCES OF FINANCING
MUNICIPAL GENERAL LEVY - Capital
ENDOWMENT FUNDING
USER FEE RESERVE
NOTES
The structures and buildings that were identified by Balan Engineering and PK Construction are: The Teeterville Baptist Church, the Drive Shed, the Vittoria Carriage Shop, the Shingle Mill, and the Treadmill Drag Saw.
IN YEAR SURPLUS
BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2026 DRAFT BUDGET 47
PROJECT NUMBER
(use GL account #)
PROJECT NAME PROJECT DESCRIPTION NEED FOR PROJECT
PROJECT MANAGER
2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 TOTAL
-$
-$
-$
14,500$ 14,500$
-$
-$
-$
TOTALS 14,500$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 14,500$
2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 TOTAL
-$
PROVINCIAL -$
-$
-$
MOTOR POOL RESERVE -$
14,500$ 14,500$
-$
TOTALS 14,500$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 14,500$
2026-2030 CAPITAL BUDGET FOR LPRCA
CAPITAL PROJECT DETAIL SHEET
Backus Grist Mill Full Structural Review
Backus Grist Mill Full
Structural Review
In 2025, a report was completed that identified many structural issues with the
Backus Historic Mill. To better understand these issues a full structural review of
the Backus Mill needs to be completed by an engineering firm and will include
cost estimates. This will assist in seeking funding to complete repairs.
Judy Maxwell, General Manager
UNRESTRICTED RESERVE
ESTIMATED COSTS
LAND ACQUISITION
BUILDING CONSTRUCTION
CONSULTANTS
CONTRACTS
MATERIALS AND SUPPLIES
EQUIPMENT
OTHER
SOURCES OF FINANCING
MUNICIPAL GENERAL LEVY - Capital
ENDOWMENT FUNDING
NOTES
In 2025, a capital levy was approved for $25,000 for the Backus Building Assessments, this amount it the remainder to complete the
assessment.
PRIOR YEAR CAPITAL
USER FEE RESERVE
Backus Heritage and Education Services Capital Project
Detail Sheets
BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2026 DRAFT BUDGET 48
PROJECT NUMBER
(use GL account #)
PROJECT NAME PROJECT DESCRIPTION NEED FOR PROJECT
PROJECT MANAGER
2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 TOTAL
-$
-$
-$
-$
18,000$ 18,000$
-$
-$
TOTALS 18,000$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 18,000$
2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 TOTAL
-$
PROVINCIAL -$
-$
-$
MOTOR POOL RESERVE -$
PRIOR YEAR CAPITAL 18,000$ 18,000$
USER FEE RESERVE -$
-$
TOTALS 18,000$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 18,000$
2026-2030 CAPITAL BUDGET FOR LPRCACAPITAL PROJECT DETAIL SHEET
Campground Washroom Facility Upgrade
Upgrade and update three washrooms, one at Norfolk CA, one at Haldimand CA, and one at Backus CA
Replace sinks, taps, countertops, toilets and plumbing valves and lines.
Judy Maxwell, General Manager
UNRESTRICTED RESERVE
ESTIMATED COSTS
LAND ACQUISITION
BUILDING CONSTRUCTION
CONSULTANTS
CONTRACTS
MATERIALS AND SUPPLIES
EQUIPMENT
OTHER
SOURCES OF FINANCING
MUNICIPAL GENERAL LEVY - Capital
ENDOWMENT FUNDING
NOTES
The estimated cost for each individual washroom is as follows: Backus CA $5,000; Norfolk CA main south washroom $ 8,000; and
Haldimand CA north main washroom $ 5,000.
IN-YEAR SURPLUS
Conservation Parks Management Services
Capital Project Sheets
BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2026 DRAFT BUDGET 49
PROJECT NUMBER
(use GL account #)
PROJECT NAME PROJECT DESCRIPTION NEED FOR PROJECT
PROJECT MANAGER
2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 TOTAL
-$
-$
-$
-$
12,500$ 12,500$
-$
-$
TOTALS 12,500$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 12,500$
2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 TOTAL
-$
PROVINCIAL -$
-$
-$
MOTOR POOL RESERVE -$
PRIOR YEAR CAPITAL 12,500$ 12,500$
USER FEE RESERVE -$
-$
TOTALS 12,500$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 12,500$
NOTESThe area will be reconfigured to gain three additional seasonal camping sites.
EQUIPMENT
OTHER
SOURCES OF FINANCING
MUNICIPAL GENERAL LEVY - Capital
ENDOWMENT FUNDING
UNRESTRICTED RESERVE
IN-YEAR SURPLUS
MATERIALS AND SUPPLIES
2026-2030 CAPITAL BUDGET FOR LPRCACAPITAL PROJECT DETAIL SHEET
Waterford North CA
Premium Site Additions
Bring water and 30 amp electricity to three new premium sites at Waterford North along with a fence
The sites water lines, and hydro boxes to be input along the shoreline of
Pickerel lake. Three new premium sites to be gained.
Judy Maxwell, General Manager
ESTIMATED COSTS
LAND ACQUISITION
BUILDING CONSTRUCTION
CONSULTANTS
CONTRACTS
BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2026 DRAFT BUDGET 50
PROJECT NUMBER
(use GL account #)
PROJECT NAME PROJECT DESCRIPTION NEED FOR PROJECT
PROJECT MANAGER
2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 TOTAL
-$
-$
-$
-$
27,680$ 27,680$
55,600$ 55,600$
-$
TOTALS 83,280$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 83,280$
2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 TOTAL
-$
PROVINCIAL -$
-$
83,280$ 83,280$
MOTOR POOL RESERVE -$
USER FEE RESERVE -$
-$
TOTALS 83,280$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 83,280$
NOTES
The full-structure playground includes a swing set, two slides, three climbing structures, and platforms. It would be professionally installed on-site. Robert Marshall generously left the Authority an unrestricted donation of $83,280.37, a portion of this donation will be used for this playground with signage and two benches paying recognition to the donation. A cement pad with a basketball net will also be installed. This report was brought forward to the Board in June 2025 and was received as information by resolution A-79. The workshop staff will prepare the site for installation and backfill with wood chips.
IN-YEAR SURPLUS
UNRESTRICTED RESERVE
ESTIMATED COSTS
LAND ACQUISITION
BUILDING CONSTRUCTION
CONSULTANTS
CONTRACTS
MATERIALS AND SUPPLIES
EQUIPMENT
OTHER
SOURCES OF FINANCING
MUNICIPAL GENERAL LEVY - Capital
ENDOWMENT FUNDING
2026-2030 CAPITAL BUDGET FOR LPRCACAPITAL PROJECT DETAIL SHEET
Backus Playground Equipment
Install a full-structure playground, two benches, signage, cement pad with a basketball net
There is currently a single metal climbing set and a swing at Backus CA. To further enhance the campground and the camping experience for families.
Judy Maxwell, General Manager
BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2026 DRAFT BUDGET 51
PROJECT NUMBER
(use GL account #)
PROJECT NAME PROJECT DESCRIPTION NEED FOR PROJECT
PROJECT MANAGER
2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 TOTAL
-$
-$
-$
-$
10,000$ 10,000$
46,575$ 46,575$
-$
TOTALS 56,575$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 56,575$
2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 TOTAL
-$
PROVINCIAL -$
-$
-$
MOTOR POOL RESERVE -$
USER FEE RESERVE 56,575$ 56,575$
-$
TOTALS 56,575$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 56,575$
2026-2030 CAPITAL BUDGET FOR LPRCACAPITAL PROJECT DETAIL SHEET
Haldimand Playground Equipment
Install a full-structure playground There is currently a single old wooden structure which has been at the park for close to 30 years and a swing at Haldimand CA. To further enhance the campground and the camping experience for families.
Judy Maxwell, General Manager
UNRESTRICTED RESERVE
ESTIMATED COSTS
LAND ACQUISITION
BUILDING CONSTRUCTION
CONSULTANTS
CONTRACTS
MATERIALS AND SUPPLIES
EQUIPMENT
OTHER
SOURCES OF FINANCING
MUNICIPAL GENERAL LEVY - Capital
ENDOWMENT FUNDING
NOTES
The full-structure playground includes a swing set, two slides, three climbing structures, and platforms. It would be professionally installed on-site. Workshop staff will prepare the site for installation and backfill with wood chips.
IN-YEAR SURPLUS
BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2026 DRAFT BUDGET 52
PROJECT NUMBER
(use GL account #)
PROJECT NAME PROJECT DESCRIPTION NEED FOR PROJECT
PROJECT MANAGER
2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 TOTAL
-$
175,000$ 175,000$
-$
15,000$ 15,000$
-$
-$
-$
TOTALS 190,000$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 190,000$
2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 TOTAL
-$
PROVINCIAL -$
-$
-$
MOTOR POOL RESERVE -$
190,000$ 190,000$
TOTALS 190,000$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 190,000$
2026-2030 CAPITAL BUDGET FOR LPRCACAPITAL PROJECT DETAIL SHEET
Backus Maintenance Barn Replacement
Demolition and replacement of the Backus Maintenance Barn
Within Backus, the old barn has functioned as the Maintenance shed and lunchroom for staff for years. The barn is a style with a hay loft and basement and has many structural issues.
Judy Maxwell, General Manager
UNRESTRICTED RESERVE
ESTIMATED COSTS
LAND ACQUISITION
BUILDING CONSTRUCTION
CONSULTANTS
CONTRACTS
MATERIALS AND SUPPLIES
EQUIPMENT
OTHER
SOURCES OF FINANCING
MUNICIPAL GENERAL LEVY - Capital
ENDOWMENT FUNDING
NOTES
The replacement to the barn will be used as storage for equipment, the Backus workshop, and a break area for staff. The new building will be 30 x 60 constructed by an outside contractor. The site preparation for the new barn and the demolition of the old barn will also be contracted.
USER FEE RESERVE
BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2026 DRAFT BUDGET 53
PROJECT NUMBER
(use GL account #)
PROJECT NAME NEED FOR PROJECT
PROJECT MANAGER
2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 TOTAL
-$
-$
-$
4,000$ 4,000$
6,100$ 6,100$
17,500$ 17,500$
-$
TOTALS 27,600$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 27,600$
2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 TOTAL
-$
PROVINCIAL -$
-$
-$
MOTOR POOL RESERVE -$
PRIOR YEAR CAPITAL 27,600$ 27,600$
USER FEE RESERVE -$
-$
TOTALS 27,600$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 27,600$
NOTES
The fully made cabin (sized at 12 X 20 including the porch) is priced out at: $17,500 for cabin and delivery; $6,100 for the interior and
exterior furnishings; and $4,000 for site prep, permit, engineering drawings, and hydro installation. Payback on this cabin is estimated to
be approximately 2.5 years.
IN-YEAR SURPLUS
UNRESTRICTED RESERVE
ESTIMATED COSTS
LAND ACQUISITION
BUILDING CONSTRUCTION
CONSULTANTS
CONTRACTS
MATERIALS AND SUPPLIES
EQUIPMENT
OTHER
SOURCES OF FINANCING
MUNICIPAL GENERAL LEVY - Capital
ENDOWMENT FUNDING
2026-2030 CAPITAL BUDGET FOR LPRCACAPITAL PROJECT DETAIL SHEET
Campground Cabin
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
Replace and install a new
Cabin at Backus CA to
rent for camping.
Backus CA has two aging wooden cabins. The cabin in campground D has been incredibly popular over the last few years, and cabins are very popular in other CAs and Provincial Parks. Due to the aging wood of the structure and roof, the cabin needs to be demolished and replaced.
Judy Maxwell, General Manager
BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2026 DRAFT BUDGET 54
PROJECT NUMBER
(use GL account #)
PROJECT NAME PROJECT DESCRIPTION NEED FOR PROJECT
PROJECT MANAGER
2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 TOTAL
-$
-$
-$
1,000$ 1,000$
19,000$ 19,000$
-$
-$
TOTALS 20,000$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 20,000$
2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 TOTAL
-$
PROVINCIAL -$
-$
-$
MOTOR POOL RESERVE -$
PRIOR YEAR CAPITAL 20,000$ 20,000$
USER FEE RESERVE 20,000$ 20,000$ 20,000$ 20,000$ 80,000$
-$
TOTALS 20,000$ 20,000$ 20,000$ 20,000$ 20,000$ 100,000$
2026-2030 CAPITAL BUDGET FOR LPRCACAPITAL PROJECT DETAIL SHEET
Campground Conservation Area Water System
Upgrades
Update the UV water system at Haldimand CA and Norfolk CA
The Haldimand and Norfolk water pumps and systems are older and require an upgrade to the Ultraviolet water treatment.
Judy Maxwell, General Manager
UNRESTRICTED RESERVE
ESTIMATED COSTS
LAND ACQUISITION
BUILDING CONSTRUCTION
CONSULTANTS
CONTRACTS
MATERIALS AND SUPPLIES
EQUIPMENT
OTHER
SOURCES OF FINANCING
MUNICIPAL GENERAL LEVY - Capital
ENDOWMENT FUNDING
NOTES
The parks water treatment systems were installed in 2008 and the aging systems need to be upgraded. Each potable water system has
chlorination and ultraviolet (UV) for treatment. Some systems have sand filters and aluminium sulphate treatment. This would be the start
of upgrades for the UV systems to be completed over the next 5 years.
IN-YEAR SURPLUS
BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2026 DRAFT BUDGET 55
PROJECT NUMBER
(use GL account #)
PROJECT NAME PROJECT DESCRIPTION NEED FOR PROJECT
PROJECT MANAGER
2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 TOTAL
-$
-$
-$
-$
8,000$ 8,000$
-$
-$
TOTALS 8,000$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 8,000$
2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 TOTAL
-$
PROVINCIAL -$
-$
-$
MOTOR POOL RESERVE -$
PRIOR YEAR CAPITAL LEVY 8,000$ 8,000$
USER FEE RESERVE -$
-$
TOTALS 8,000$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 8,000$
2026-2030 CAPITAL BUDGET FOR LPRCA
CAPITAL PROJECT DETAIL SHEET
Workshop Electrical and
Lighting Upgrade
Updated electrical panel
and lighting at LPRCA
maintenance workshop
The lighting at the workshop to be updated to LED light fixtures in the main building. A new larger 200amp panel will be installed.
Judy Maxwell, General Manager
UNRESTRICTED RESERVE
ESTIMATED COSTS
LAND ACQUISITION
BUILDING CONSTRUCTION
CONSULTANTS
CONTRACTS
MATERIALS AND SUPPLIES
EQUIPMENT
OTHER
SOURCES OF FINANCING
MUNICIPAL GENERAL LEVY - Capital
ENDOWMENT FUNDING
NOTES
There are lights not working in the workshop main building and the breaker box is outdated. The new 200amp panel will have larger capacity and the. Light bulbs are having to be changed on a regular basis as the ballasts have failed.
IN-YEAR SURPLUS
Maintenance Operation Services
Capital Project Sheets
BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2026 DRAFT BUDGET 56
PROJECT NUMBER
(use GL account #)
PROJECT NAME PROJECT DESCRIPTION NEED FOR PROJECT
PROJECT MANAGER
2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 TOTAL
-$
-$
-$
-$
-$
118,000$ 59,000$ 59,000$ 59,000$ 59,000$ 354,000$
-$
TOTALS 118,000$ 59,000$ 59,000$ 59,000$ 59,000$ 354,000$
2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 TOTAL
-$
PROVINCIAL -$
-$
-$
MOTOR POOL RESERVE -$
USER FEE RESERVE -$
118,000$ 59,000$ 59,000$ 59,000$ 59,000$ 354,000$
TOTALS 118,000$ 59,000$ 59,000$ 59,000$ 59,000$ 354,000$
NOTESEstimating price for a 4x4 1/2 ton pickup to be $59,000.
IN-YEAR SURPLUS
SOURCES OF FINANCING
MUNICIPAL GENERAL LEVY - Capital
ENDOWMENT FUNDING
UNRESTRICTED RESERVE
2026-2030 CAPITAL BUDGET FOR LPRCACAPITAL PROJECT DETAIL SHEET
Vehicle Replacement Purchase two new 1/2 ton 4x4 pickup truck.To upgrade and maintain the vehicle fleet. Replacing a 2010 Chevy Silverado with 149,477kms (V-035) and a 2011 Chevy Silverado with 176,933 km. (V-015)
Judy Maxwell, General Manager
MATERIALS AND SUPPLIES
EQUIPMENT
OTHER
ESTIMATED COSTS
LAND ACQUISITION
BUILDING CONSTRUCTION
CONSULTANTS
CONTRACTS
BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2026 DRAFT BUDGET 57
PROJECT NUMBER
(use GL account #)
PROJECT NAME PROJECT DESCRIPTION NEED FOR PROJECT
PROJECT MANAGER
2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 TOTAL
-$
-$
-$
-$
-$
39,000$ 19,000$ 19,000$ 19,000$ 19,000$ 115,000$
-$
TOTALS 39,000$ 19,000$ 19,000$ 19,000$ 19,000$ 115,000$
2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 TOTAL
-$
PROVINCIAL -$
-$
-$
MOTOR POOL RESERVE -$
USER FEE RESERVE -$
39,000$ 19,000$ 19,000$ 19,000$ 19,000$ 115,000$
TOTALS 39,000$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 115,000$
NOTESEstimating the price of a zero-turn diesel mower to be $19,000 each.
IN-YEAR SURPLUS
SOURCES OF FINANCING
MUNICIPAL GENERAL LEVY - Capital
ENDOWMENT FUNDING
UNRESTRICTED RESERVE
2026-2030 CAPITAL BUDGET FOR LPRCACAPITAL PROJECT DETAIL SHEET
Equipment Replacement The new mowers will replace a 2006 Toro. (E-009) and a 2009 John Deere (E-011) The fleet of lawnmowers are utilized to best match the need at the various locations at LPRCA.
Judy Maxwell, General Manager
Purchase of two new diesel zero-turn riding lawn mower.
MATERIALS AND SUPPLIES
EQUIPMENT
OTHER
ESTIMATED COSTS
LAND ACQUISITION
BUILDING CONSTRUCTION
CONSULTANTS
CONTRACTS
BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2026 DRAFT BUDGET 58
PROJECT NUMBER
(use GL account #)
PROJECT NAME PROJECT DESCRIPTION NEED FOR PROJECT
PROJECT MANAGER
2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 TOTAL
-$
-$
-$
-$
-$
55,000$ 55,000$
-$
TOTALS -$ -$ -$ 55,000$ -$ 55,000$
2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 TOTAL
-$
PROVINCIAL -$
-$
-$
MOTOR POOL RESERVE -$
USER FEE RESERVE -$
55,000$ 55,000$
TOTALS -$ -$ -$ 55,000$ -$ 55,000$
IN-YEAR SURPLUS
NOTES
EQUIPMENT
OTHER
SOURCES OF FINANCING
MUNICIPAL GENERAL LEVY - Capital
ENDOWMENT FUNDING
UNRESTRICTED RESERVE
MATERIALS AND SUPPLIES
2026-2030 CAPITAL BUDGET FOR LPRCACAPITAL PROJECT DETAIL SHEET
Equipment Purchase
A tractor will need to be purchased in the 2029 year to replace a 2004 Kubota. Listed in
the Capital projects for the 5-year projection.
Judy Maxwell, General Manager
ESTIMATED COSTS
LAND ACQUISITION
BUILDING CONSTRUCTION
CONSULTANTS
CONTRACTS
Purchase of one new 4WD
40 HP diesel tractor with front loader bucket
BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2026 DRAFT BUDGET 59
PROJECT NUMBER
(use GL account #)
PROJECT NAME PROJECT DESCRIPTION NEED FOR PROJECT
PROJECT MANAGER
2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 TOTAL
-$
-$
-$
-$
-$
15,000$ 12,500$ 12,500$ 12,500$ 12,500$ 65,000$
-$
TOTALS 15,000$ 12,500$ 12,500$ 12,500$ 12,500$ 65,000$
2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 TOTAL
15,000$ 12,500$ 12,500$ 12,500$ 12,500$ 65,000$
PROVINCIAL -$
-$
-$
MOTOR POOL RESERVE -$
USER FEE RESERVE -$
-$
TOTALS 15,000$ 12,500$ 12,500$ 12,500$ 12,500$ 65,000$
NOTES
IN-YEAR SURPLUS
SOURCES OF FINANCING
MUNICIPAL GENERAL LEVY - Capital
ENDOWMENT FUNDING
UNRESTRICTED RESERVE
2026-2030 CAPITAL BUDGET FOR LPRCACAPITAL PROJECT DETAIL SHEET
Computer and Phone
Upgrades
Five laptop replacements plus accessories and various components, along with updates to the phone system at Backus and the Waterford
To upgrade and maintain computer systems. Five laptops along with various
accessories will be purchased and deployed where needed. Upgrade the phone system at Backus CA and the Waterford Workshop to expand the IP phone system in use at the Admin office.
Judy Maxwell, General Manager
MATERIALS AND SUPPLIES
EQUIPMENT
OTHER
ESTIMATED COSTS
LAND ACQUISITION
BUILDING CONSTRUCTION
CONSULTANTS
CONTRACTS
Corporate Services Capital Project Detail Sheets
BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2026 DRAFT BUDGET 60
*Legend
FT FarmlandCL Conservation LandsRT Residential/Recreational
TT Managed Forest
NORFOLK ROLL NUMBER
33-10
TOTAL
ACRES
DESC.
CODE
ACRES
BREAKDOWN
REALTY
ASSESSMENT
2025
WATSON LANDS CA 541-010-29300-0000 179.96 TT 179.96 463,000
WATSON LANDS CA 541-010-38600-0000 94.02 TT 94.02 321,000 WATSON LANDS CA 541-010-38610-0000 0.77 CL 0.77 7,700
WATSON LANDS CA 541-020-10550-0000 30.2 TT 30.2 122,000
WATSON LANDS CA 541-050-01920-0000 1.49 CL 1.49 11,400PUBLIC TRUSTEE (GIBEL)541-020-01000-0000 65 TT 65 109,000
ABBOTT & TOWNSEND 541-020-66100-0000 95 TT 95 323,000VERMEERSCH TRACT 541-050-03510-0000 10 TT 10 32,000
PARROTT 541-060-00100-0000 100.04 TT 100.04 331,000
RINGLAND 541-060-04900-0000 100 TT 100 132,000MCCONKEY-MIDDLETON WETLANDS 541-060-06300-0000 137.43 TT 137.43 373,000
MIDDLETON WETLANDS 541-060-06310-0000 2.16 CL 2.16 30,000
not on MPAC statement RT 0.14 2,000LEE/ANDERSON/BECKER 541-060-09900-0000 200.1 TT 200.1 496,000
PARSONS 541-060-18000-0000 215.52 TT 215.52 522,000
CROTON CA 541-070-14320-0000 16 CL 16 108,000DEVOS542-020-21410-0000 94.15 TT 94.15 305,000
NEMETH 542-030-05000-0000 100 TT 100 324,000
DEER CREEK FOREST 542-030-10700-0000 252.04 TT 190.56 176,300DEER CREEK CA RT 59.13 56,700
CL 2.35JACKSON542-030-15200-0000 100 TT 100 324,000
HEPBURN/DEWANNAMACKER 542-030-18000-0000 101.44 TT 72.97 236,400
CL 28.47 93,600CARR542-040-24500-0000 50 TT 36.38 118,800
CL 13.62 66,200
LOWER BIG CREEK/TWIN GULLIES 542-040-20000-0000 CL 1.55 7,40089.89 TT 88.34 285,600
TWIN GULLIES 542-040-12100-0000 47.81 TT 47.81 122,000
WILSON 543-010-11700-0000 200 CL 200 198,000MOULTON/TOWNSEND 543-010-14700-0000 46.3 CL 46.3 276,000
FERRIS/ARMSTRONG/COPPENS 543-010-18200-0000 385.33 CL 385.33 321,000ROWAN MILLS CA 543-010-23300-0000 108.89 TT 108.89 138,000
HODGES 543-020-01800-0000 50 TT 50 162,000
A. BECKER C.A. FOREST 543-020-19200-0000 13 TT 13 53,000
BACKUS CA / MUSEUM 543-020-37500-0000 430.33 RT 73.5 227,200
BACKUS FOREST/DUMP TT 324.83 264,800FRONT FIELD-ARMSTRONG RENTAL FT 32 142,500
LB SANCTUARY/CRIDLAND 543-030-14910-0000 90.84 FT 90.84 131,000
VIERAITIS LAND RENTALLB-BOYD/VIERAITIS LAND RENTAL 543-030-19410-0000 70.18 FT 9.28 217,700
TT 60.9 44,300LB MARSH 543-030-19500-0000 545.58 RT 0.8 1,100
CL 544.78 795,900
LB-WALKER/VIERAITIS LAND RENTAL 543-030-19600-0000 39.26 FT 39.26 186,000LB-ROBINSON 543-050-00200-0000 55.8 CL 44.12 93,900
RT 11.68 24,700
TRAVIS/DESILVER 545-010-18800-0000 25.04 TT 25.04 81,000ALLAN545-020-01900-0000 50 TT 50 162,000
FLOYD/HARRIS 545-020-02900-0000 150 TT 95.95 264,800CL54.05 149,200BURWELL545-020-03500-0000 100 CL 35.76 118,500
TT 64.24 207,500
FLOYD/HARRIS 545-020-12100-0000 200 TT 200 496,000GESQUIERE545-030-04400-0000 62.02 TT 62.02 200,000
RONEY 545-030-07500-0000 80 TT 80 259,000
HARVEY 545-030-11000-0000 99.5 TT 45.04 145,900
CL 54.46 180,100
LONG 545-030-11500-0000 100 TT 100 245,000TULPIN543-020-36200-0000 6.08 RT 6.08 51,000
NEUFELD 543-010-23702-0000 45.19 TT 45.19 146,000WALSINGHAM FLATS C.A.-HUYGE 543-010-02210-0000 69.07 TT 61 197,300
CL 8.07 32,700
WALSINGHAM FLATS C.A.-HUYGE 543-010-02220-0000 9.42 RT 9.42 84,900
CL 1,100
SUBTOTAL:5,115 5,115 11,798,200
LONG POINT REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY
Schedule of Land Holdings 2025
Schedule of Land Holdings 2025
BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2026 DRAFT BUDGET 61
*Legend
FT FarmlandCL Conservation LandsRT Residential/Recreational
TT Managed Forest
LONG POINT REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY
Schedule of Land Holdings 2025
NORFOLKFORMER TOWNSHIP OF DELHI ROLL NUMBER33-10 TOTAL ACRES DESC. CODE ACRES BREAKDOWN
REALTY ASSESSMENT 2025
LITTLE LAKE CA 491-003-53000-0000 183.11 RT 9.37 34,300LITTLE LAKE WETLAND CL 82.43 179,900
TT 91.31 198,800GREATHEAD491-006-13000-0000 125 TT 125 325,000
PERSALL 491-006-14000-0000 22 TT 22 22,500
TARCZA 491-006-42000-0000 100.33 TT 100.33 293,000VANESSA CA 491-010-04000-0000 26 TT 26 27,500
TEETERVILLE CA 491-011-16500-0000 36.6 CL 31.07 179,100
RT 5.53 31,900McINTOSH491-020-09500-0000 22.32 TT 22.32 90,000
LIVSEY 491-022-34000-0000 20 TT 20 75,000
WINTEMUTE/COLLVER 491-022-81000-0000 60 TT 60 241,000RYDER491-023-35000-0000 45.5 TT 45.5 183,000
MADDEFORD 491-002-39150-0000 28.21 TT 28.21 72,000LANDON493-010-48600-0000 50 TT 50 38,500
MCKNIGHT 493-020-17400-0000 16.5 TT 16.5 17,600
EARL/DANYLVICH/HANSON 493-030-22300-0000 159.89 CL 76.53 197,200TT83.36 214,800
LANDON 493-040-20500-0000 50 TT 50 38,500
CA SMITH 493-050-03100-0000 50 TT 50 101,000KING/SWICK 493-050-03300-0000 200 TT 200 473,000
HAMMOND 493-050-11800-0000 50 TT 50 162,000
SOWDEN 493-060-32900-0000 55 TT 55 178,000VITTORIA CA BRAMHILL 493-060-33800-0000 20.12 CL 19.64 146,500
RT 0.48 3,500
VANLONDERSELE/ Janssen (old)493-030-11410-0000 25.56 TT 25.56 82,000VITTORIA CA 493-060-33900-0000 34 RT 13.26 8,200
CL 20.74 12,800LIPSETT/PENNER 493-070-03600-0000 137.85 CL 32.93 90,300
TT 104.92 287,700
BAKER 493-070-03700-0000 25 CL 9.89 81,100TT15.11 48,900
MACKAY/KYTE/LAFORGE 493-070-04300-0000 134 CL 79.08 219,400
TT 54.92 152,600MASON/BUCHNER 493-070-05900-0000 50 TT 50 35,000
FISHER CA 493-080-07500-0000 131.75 TT 131.75 118,000
CORNELL 493-080-08010-0000 17.32 CL 17.32 66,000ANDERSON TRACT 493-080-08200-0000 188 TT 188 225,000
LEHMAN DAM CA 494-040-12500-0000 30.87 RT 30.87 39,000CROTON494-070-14300-0000 22 CL 21.65 90,600
RT 0.35 1,400
SIDNEY BACK C.A. 494-070-12800-0000 72.17 TT 72.17 277,000SIDNEY BACK 494-070-12850-0000 19.48 TT 19.48 78,000
DE CLOET 491-002-39000-0000 76.26 TT 76.26 62,000
CASSELTON 493-070-02000-0000 14 TT 14 45,000GAGE PROPERTY 491-013-18000-0000 50 TT 50 202,000
BLOMMAERT TRACT 493-070-08300-0000 37.86 TT 37.86 122,000
SUBTOTAL: 2,387 2,387 5,867,600
NORFOLKTOWN OF SIMCOE ROLL NUMBER33-10 TOTAL ACRES DESC. CODE ACRES BREAKDOWN
REALTY ASSESSMENT 2025SUTTON CA 401-001-08500-0000 19.94 CL 18.12 260,800
RT 1.82 26,200
SUTTON CA/CANADIAN CANNERS 401-001-27000-0000 1.2 RT 0.39 14,200CL0.81 29,300
BROOK CA 401-015-35600-0000 30.04 TT 22.51 19,500
CL 7.53 6,500
SUBTOTAL:51 51 356,500
BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2026 DRAFT BUDGET 62
*Legend
FT FarmlandCL Conservation LandsRT Residential/Recreational
TT Managed Forest
LONG POINT REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY
Schedule of Land Holdings 2025
NORFOLKFORMER CITY OF NANTICOKE ROLL NUMBER33-10 TOTAL ACRES DESC. CODE ACRES BREAKDOWN
REALTY ASSESSMENT
2025
POW WETLAND 336-030-61800-0000 47.3 RT 0.79 1,900CL46.51 115,100
WAT. CA FOREST 336-050-02500-0000 294.21 TT 11.7684 79,800
CAMP TRILLIUM RT 236.7016 4,363,000WATERFORD C.A.(included in C.Trillium)CL 45.74 73,200
WORKSHOP 336-050-47300-0000 77 RT 8 6,700
WORKSHOP FOREST TT 69 58,300BLACK CREEK CA FOREST 337-040-14600-0000 21 TT 21 16,200
SOWDEN FOREST 337-060-00510-0000 15 TT 15 57,000HAY CR FOREST 337-060-01500-0000 98.5 TT 97.5 134,700
HAY CREEK CA RT 1 1,300
DEWAL/BLACK CREEK 337-040-18250-0000 2 RT 2 12,400VERN RYERSE MEMORIAL CA 337-060-07710-0000 2.34 RT 2.34 35,500
VERN RYERSE MEMORIAL CA 337-060-07800-0000 0.54 RT 0.54 7,700
NORFOLK CA 337-060-05200-0000 45.26 RT 45.26 334,000
SUBTOTAL: 603 603 5,296,800
TOTAL ACRES NORFOLK
FT 171CL1,949
RT 519.45
TT 5,516TOTAL NORFOLK 8,156
BRANT ROLL NUMBER29-20 TOTAL ACRES DESC. CODE ACRES BREAKDOWN
REALTY ASSESSMENT 2025FARKASH 29-20-011-040-29900 102 TT 102 163,000
MISNER 29-20-011-010-36600 50 TT 50 202,000
ROSWELL/BROWN/HARLEY TRACT 29-20-011- 040-26900 80 TT 80 137,000DROZD/CHERNISHENKO 29-20-011-010-37200 100 TT 100 193,000
DAWES/CHAMBERS/TONTSCH 29-20-011-040-21200 75 TT 75 127,000
PHIPPS 29-20-011-040-16600 8 RT 8 44,500DEAN 29-20-011-010-54000 202.51 TT 202.51 519,000
DAWES 29-20-011-040-14100 40 TT 40 60,000DAWES/NORRIS 29-20-011-010-57000 10.16 RT 10.16 99,000MOORE/FORCE 29-20-011-010-57200 50 CL 50 187,000
ARMSTRONG 29-20-011-010-59500 5.16 CL 5.16 80,000DAWES/LOCK/SAVAGE 29-20-011-010-60900 303.7 CL 292.07 244,300RT11.63 9,700
POOLE/DURHAM 29-20-011-010-65400 25.11 RT 3.72 22,400CL21.39 128,600
MOORE 29-20-011-010-64800 165 TT 165 184,000
CALEY 29-20-011-010-63600 263 TT 263 234,000MAWHINNEY29-20-011-010-65700 15 TT 15 60,000
HARLEY/ROSWELL/BROWN 29-20-011-040-26299 7.16 RT 7.16 105,000
TOTAL 1,502 1,502 2,799,500
TOTAL ACRES BRANT CL 369
RT 41TT1,093
TOTAL BRANT 1,502
BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2026 DRAFT BUDGET 63
*Legend
FT FarmlandCL Conservation LandsRT Residential/Recreational
TT Managed Forest
LONG POINT REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY
Schedule of Land Holdings 2025
NORWICH ROLL NUMBER32-02 TOTAL ACRES DESC. CODE ACRES BREAKDOWN
REALTY ASSESSMENT
2025
ARTHUR 3202-010-020-14500-0000 25 TT 25 24,500HUGHES3202-010-040-19500-0000 319.46 TT 319.46 333,000
OATMAN CA FOREST 3202-010-050-06100-0000 40 TT 40 34,500
ROCKS MILL FOREST 3202-010-050-11100-0000 77.94 TT 77.94 82,000ROCKS MILL 3202-010-050-11400-0000 5.35 RT 5.35 20,000
NORWICH CA 3202-020-020-00900-0000 31.85 RT 31.85 40,000NORWICH CA 3202-020-020-19406-0000 8.58 RT 8.58 10,200NORWICH CA 3202-030-010-24500-0000 71 RT 35.87 34,700
CL 35.13 25,800SACKRIDER3202-030-030-02400-0000 50 TT 50 63,000
SMITH 3202-030-030-02800-0000 43 TT 43 123,000
HOPKINS 3202-030-040-11300-0000 81.52 TT 11.21 12,300CL70.31 76,700
TOTAL:754 754 879,700
TOTAL ACRES NORWICH CL 105RT82
TT 567TOTAL NORWICH 754
TILLSONBURG ROLL NUMBER32-04 TOTAL ACRES DESC. CODE ACRES BREAKDOWN
REALTY ASSESSMENT 2025
TILLSONBURG CA 32-04-020-020-44200-0000 15.62 RT 15.62 18,000FARKAS32-04-030-030-22100-0000 1.49 RT 1.49 3,500
TOTAL:17 17 21,500
TOTAL ACRES TILLSONBURG
RT 17TOTAL TILLSONBURG 17
BAYHAM ROLL NUMBER
34-01
TOTAL
ACRES
DESC.
CODE
ACRES
BREAKDOWN
REALTY ASSESSMENT 2025PT. BURWELL CA 34-01-000-001-01500-0000 0 TT 10.82 0
VIENNA CA 34-01-000-002-01000-0000 10.82 RT 0.16 15,900
BAKER 34-01-004-001-22900-0000 0.16 RT 0.61 60,000BARTLETT34-01-004-001-23900-0000 0.61 TT 2,000
RUGENUIS/CARSON LN 34-01-000-006-17250-0000 23.18 TT 23.18 50,000
BEATTIE 34-01-000-003-09120-0000 18.1 TT 18.1 41,500
TOTAL: 53 53 169,400
TOTAL ACRES BAYHAM
RT 1
TT 52TOTAL BAYHAM 53
BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2026 DRAFT BUDGET 64
*Legend
FT FarmlandCL Conservation LandsRT Residential/Recreational
TT Managed Forest
LONG POINT REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY
Schedule of Land Holdings 2025
SW OXFORD ROLL NUMBER
32-11
TOTAL
ACRES
DESC.
CODE
ACRES
BREAKDOWN
REALTY
ASSESSMENT
2025
DEREHAM WETLAND-FULLER 32-11-010-040-03502-0000 93.42
TT
93.42 89,000
DEREHAM WETLAND-BUTLER 32-11-010-040-03900-0000 25.24 CL 23.93 31,800 RT 1.31 1,700
DEREHAM WETLAND-JEFFERY 32-11-010-040-04200-0000 42.31 CL 41.24 49,700
RT 1.07 1,300DEREHAM WETLAND-STAFFORD 32-11-010-040-04400-0000 25 RT 1.01 1,300
CL 23.99 32,200DEREHAM WETLAND-LEE 32-11-010-040-04500-0000 19.13 RT 1.84 2,400
CL 17.29 22,600
DEREHAM WETLAND-ATKINSON 32-11-010-040-04600-0000 37.61 TT 13.75 18,200 CL 23.86 31,300
DEREHAM WETLAND-HAWKINS 32-11-010-050-02300-0000 50 TT 50 44,500
HUGHES 32-11-010-050-08400-0000 87.75 TT 87.75 103,000DEREHAM WETLANDS-PATON 32-11-010-040-04300-0000 10.1 FT 1.63 5,000
CL 8.47 26,500DEREHAM WETLANDS-PATON 32-11-010-040-04401-0000 19.17 FT 10.3 51,400CL8.87 26,600
TOTAL:410 410 538,500
TOTAL ACRES SW OXFORD FT 12
CL 148
RT 5TT245
TOTAL SW OXFORD 410
HALDIMAND ROLL NUMBER
28-10
TOTAL
ACRES
DESC.
CODE
ACRES
BREAKDOWN
REALTY
ASSESSMENT
2025
HALDIMAND NC 332-002-09410-0000 121.12 RT 36.4 229,000 TT 78.57 184,700
CL 6.15 20,300HALDIMAND SOUTH 2810-332-002-09420-0000 15.32 RT 15.32 120,000
JAQUES 332-002-09420-0000 40.77 TT 40.77 95,000
RT
TOTAL: 177 177 649,000
TOTAL ACRES HALDIMAND CL 6
RT 52
TT 119TOTAL HALDIMAND 177
LPRCA LAND HOLDINGS SUMMARY
Tax Class Acres Description
FT 183 FarmlandCL 2,577 Conservation Lands
RT 717 Residential / Recreational
TT 7,591 Managed ForestTOTAL11,068
BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2026 DRAFT BUDGET 65
Application Type 2025 Fees Proposed
2026 Fees % Change
Preconsultation Fee
Review, comment, or participation in preconsultation process $ 300 $ 315 5%
Subdivision and Vacant Land Condominium $1,380 +
$100/lot (Total
Maximum
$15,000.00 +HST)
$1,450 +
$105/lot
(Total
Maximum $15,000.00 +HST)
5%
To draft plan approval
including associated OPA and ZBA $ 455 $ 475 4%
Red-line revision (applicant initiated) $ 720 $ 755 5%
Technical plans and reports (SWM with grading & sediment $ 225 $ 235 4%
Clearance letter (each phase)
Zoning By-Law Amendment
Minor $ 455 $ 475 4%
Accompanied by 1 technical report $ 720 $ 755 5%
Accompanied by 2 technical reports $ 1,430 $ 1,500 5%
Combined Official Plan/Zoning By-Law Amendment
Minor $ 720 $ 755 5%
Accompanied by 1 technical report $ 1,430 $ 1,500 5%
Accompanied by 2 technical reports $ 2,060 $ 2,160 5%
Consent (severance)
Minor $ 455 $ 475 4%
Accompanied by 1 technical report $ 720 $ 755 5%
Accompanied by 2 technical reports $ 1,430 $ 1,500 5%
Variance
Minor $ 455 $ 477 5%
Accompanied by 1 technical report $ 720 $ 755 5%
Accompanied by 2 technical reports $ 1,430 $ 1,500 5%
Site Plan Control
Minor $ 455 $ 475 4%
Accompanied by 1 technical report $ 720 $ 755 5%
Accompanied by 2 technical reports $ 1,430 $ 1,500 5%
Complex Application (incl. OPA/ZBL/Site Plan)
for golf courses, trailer parks, campgrounds and lifestyle
communities.
$ 2,060 $ 2,160 5%
General Notes for All Application Fees:
Planning Act Review Fees
1. It is strongly recommended that proponents pre-consult with LPRCA and, if necessary the municipality, prior
to the submission of all applications and the preparation of detailed technical reports(s).
2. This fee schedule is effective as of January 1, 2026 and LPRCA reserves the right to revise this fee
schedule at any time without notice to adequately cover the costs to provide the service.
3. All applicable taxes are extra.
4. Applications that fall under one or more categories will be charged at the highest rate.
5. Fees are assessed based on the extent of review required. LPRCA reserves the right to levy supplementary
6. The fees for technical review include one comprehensive review, and one review of the resubmission.
Second and each additional resubmission shall are subject to a resubmission fee of 20% of the original
application up to a maximum of $525.
7. Fees must be paid at the time the application is submitted.
8. Where a Section 28 permit approval is required in addition to a Planning Act application for the same activity,
the Section 28 permit fee will be discounted 50%.
Appendix A: Fee Schedule
BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2026 DRAFT BUDGET 66
Application Type 2025 Fees Proposed
2026 Fees % Change
Very minor development
Development with very low risk of impact on natural hazards or natural features.
Examples:
˜ Non-habitable accessory structures less than 23 m2 (247 ft2)
, e.g. decks, fences,
above-ground pools, barns, sheds
˜ Fill placement removal and/or grading (landscaping, driveway top-dressing)
˜ Off-line pond maintenance
$ 200 $ 210 5%
Minor development, interference and alteration
Development/work with low risk of impact on natural hazards or natural features. No
technical reports are required. Examples:
˜ Raising building or additions not requiring engineered drawings
˜ Repairs/renovations to existing building
˜Non-habitable accessory structures less than 100 m2 (1076ft2)
˜ Septic system
˜ Fill placement, removal/or grading (not requiring engineered plans)
˜ Minor development (as listed above) more than 30 metres from a wetlands
˜ New or replacement residential structures more than 30 metres from a wetland
˜ Minor utilities (directional bore)˜New offline ponds (grading plan required)
˜ Docks, boathouses
˜ Routine/maintenance dredging
˜ Minor repairs to existing shoreline structures
˜ Maintenance, repair or replacement of access crossings
˜ Other applications not deemed by staff to be “Major” in nature
$ 405 $ 425 5%
Major development, interference and alteration
Development/work with moderate risk of impact on natural hazards or natural features. Detailed report and/or plans are required. Examples:
˜ Raising building or additions requiring engineered plans
˜ Non-habitable accessory structures greater than 100 m2 (1076ft2)
˜ New or replacement structures in a natural hazard area
˜ Fill placement, removal and/or grading (requiring engineered plans)
˜Development (including minor development as listed above) less than 30 metres
from a wetland˜ Major development greater than 30 m from a wetland
˜ New offline pond with overflow or channel connection˜ Maintenance/repairs to existing shoreline structures
˜ Water crossing, bridge repair
˜ Stormwater management outlet structure
˜ Other applications deemed by staff to be “Major” in nature
$ 695 $ 730 5%
Ontario Regulation 41/24 Permit Fees
BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2026 DRAFT BUDGET 67
Application Type 2025 Proposed
2026 Fees % Change
Complex development, interference and alteration
Development/work with a high risk and/or potential impact to natural hazards or natural
features. One or more studies are required, e.g. an environmental impact study,
hydraulic analysis, storm water management report or slope stability study. Examples:
˜ Large fill placement, removal, grading (greater than 1000 m3)
˜ Golf courses
˜ New watercourse bank stabilization
˜ New Lake Erie shoreline protection structure
˜Bridge replacement˜Channel realignment
$ 1,380 $ 1,450 5%
General
On Site Technical Advice Fee
(Will be applied to permit application if submitted within 12 months from inspection)$ 248.60
HST included
$ 260.00
HST included 5%
Wetland Boundary Delineation
(Review of MNRF Wetland boundary in the field by LPRCA ecologist, on property owner request) $ 360.00
HST
included
$ 375.00
HST included 4%
Title Clearance
(solicitor, realtor, other requests for detailed property information)$ 248.60 HST
included
$ 260.00
HST included 5%
Violations/Application where work has proceeded without authorization 2 x Fee 2 x Fee
Permit Revisions
(Must be minor in nature and permit must still be valid.) $ 95 $ 100 5%
Renewal Fee (New) $ - $ 100 0%
Minister's Zoning Order (MZO)
(Permit associated with a Minister's Zoning Order) Cost
recovery
Cost
recovery
6. Where a Section 28 permit approval is required in addition to a Planning Act application for the same activity, the Section 28
permit fee will be discounted 50%.
8. Costs associated with permits (including any conditions) issued under a Minister's Zoning Order shall be paid by the applicant, this
includes but is not limited to staff time, any legal review, board expenses, etc.
Ontario Regulation 41/24 Permit Fees
1. It is strongly recommended that proponents pre-consult with LPRCA and, if necessary the municipality, prior to the submission ofan application and the preparation of detailed plans and technical report(s).
2. Fees must be paid at the time the permit application is submitted. Fees may be paid by debit, cash or cheque (made out to the
Long Point Region Conservation Authority) over the phone by credit card or at the LPRCA administration office
3. In the event that the application is placed in a higher fee category, the difference in fee must be paid prior to review. If theapplication is placed in a lower category, LPRCA will reimburse the applicant accordingly.
4. Fees are assessed based on the extent of review required. LPRCA reserves the right to levy supplementary fees should the
review require a substantially greater level of effort than covered by the standard categories above; this supplementary fee includes
the peer review of any relevant documents or information.
5. The fees for technical review include one comprehensive review, and one review of the resubmission. Second and each
additional resubmission shall are subject to a resubmission fee of 20% of the original application up to a maximum of $525.
General Notes for all Application Fees
7. Where a permit has been submitted for an activity across multiple properties and applicants working together, the fee for each
property shall be calculated as 50% of the permit fee. For example, the fee for a new shoreline protection structure constructed
across two properties is $725 each.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2026 DRAFT BUDGET 68
2021
HST included
2022
HST included
2023
HST included
2024
HST included
2025
HST included
Draft 2026
HST
included
Draft
increase %
DAY USE FEES
Walk-in (under 12 free) $6.00 $6.00 $6.00 $6.00 $7.00 $7.00 0.00%
Vehicle $15.00 $15.00 $15.00 $15.00 $16.00 $16.00 0.00%
Motorcycle $9.00 $9.00 $9.00 $9.00 $10.00 $10.00 0.00%
Season Vehicle Day Pass $95.00 $95.00 $100.00 $100.00 $110.00 $110.00 0.00%
Season Vehicle Pass Replacement $10.00 $10.00 $10.00 $10.00 $10.00 $10.00 0.00%
Mini Bus $55.00 $55.00 $55.00 $55.00 $55.00 $55.00 0.00%
Bus $120.00 $120.00 $120.00 $120.00 $120.00 $120.00 0.00%
Operator Permit Fee - Annual $350.00 $350.00 $375.00 $375.00 $375.00 $375.00 0.00%
Operator Customer Fee - per person $4.00 $4.00 $4.00 $4.00 $4.00 $4.00 0.00%
Picnic Site $32.00 $32.00 0.00%
CAMPING FEES
Per Night
Unserviced*$38.00 $38.00 $40.00 $41.00 $42.00 $43.00 2.38%
With Hydro & Water 15 amp*$50.00 $50.00 $53.00 $55.00 $57.00 $58.50 2.63%
With Hydro & Water 30 amp*$59.00 $59.00 $60.00 $63.00 $65.00 $66.50 2.31%
With Hydro, Water & Sewer 15 amp*$61.00 $61.00 $64.00 $66.00 $69.00 $70.50 2.17%
With Hydro, Water & Sewer 30 amp*$70.00 $70.00 $70.00 $73.00 $76.00 $78.00 2.63%
*20% discount for overnight camping for seniors & the disabled. Must show senior or disability permit.
Cabin Rental Per Night
Cabin 900 A (Backus only)$60.00 $60.00 $65.00 $70.00 $73.00 $75.00 2.74%
Cabin 901 D (Backus only)$105.00 $105.00 $110.00 $115.00 $120.00 $120.00 0.00%
Cabin (New Backus)$0.00 $150.00 0.00%
Per Week
Unserviced $225.00 $225.00 $240.00 $246.00 $252.00 $258.00 2.38%
With Hydro & Water 15 amp $305.00 $305.00 $318.00 $330.00 $342.00 $351.00 2.63%
With Hydro & Water 30 amp $350.00 $350.00 $360.00 $378.00 $390.00 $399.00 2.31%
With Hydro, Water & Sewer 15 amp $368.00 $368.00 $384.00 $396.00 $414.00 $423.00 2.17%
With Hydro, Water & Sewer 30 amp $415.00 $415.00 $420.00 $438.00 $456.00 $468.00 2.63%
Cabin Rental Per Week
Cabin 900 A (Backus only)$360.00 $360.00 $360.00 $385.00 $400.00 $412.50 3.13%
Cabin 901 D (Backus only)$630.00 $630.00 $630.00 $635.00 $660.00 $660.00 0.00%
Cabin (New Backus)$825.00 0.00%
Per Month
Unserviced $675.00 $675.00 $720.00 $738.00 $756.00 $774.00 2.38%
With Hydro & Water 15 amp $915.00 $915.00 $954.00 $990.00 $1,026.00 $1,053.00 2.63%
With Hydro & Water 30 amp $1,050.00 $1,050.00 $1,080.00 $1,134.00 $1,170.00 $1,197.00 2.31%
With Hydro, Water & Sewer 15 amp $1,100.00 $1,100.00 $1,152.00 $1,188.00 $1,242.00 $1,269.00 2.17%
With Hydro, Water & Sewer 30 amp $1,240.00 $1,240.00 $1,260.00 $1,314.00 $1,368.00 $1,404.00 2.63%
Per Season
Unserviced $1,770.00 N/A N/A N/A N/A
With Hydro & Water 15 amp $2,520.00 $2,570.00 $2,623.50 $2,722.50 $2,821.50 $2,895.00 2.60%
With Hydro & Water 30 amp $2,785.00 $2,840.00 $2,970.00 $3,118.50 $3,217.50 $3,290.00 2.25%
With Hydro, Water & Sewer 15 amp $3,045.00 $3,105.00 $3,168.00 $3,267.00 $3,415.50 $3,490.00 2.18%
With Hydro, Water & Sewer 30 amp $3,285.00 $3,350.00 $3,465.00 $3,613.50 $3,762.00 $3,860.00 2.60%
Premium & 30 amp $3,360.00 $3,430.00 $3,565.00 $3,740.00 $3,925.00 $4,025.00 2.55%
Premium Sewer & 30 amp $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $4,310.00 0.00%
2nd Season Vehicle Day Pass $55.00 $55.00 $60.00 $60.00 $60.00 $65.00 8.33%
Exterior Fridge (Seasonal)$300.00 $300.00 $325.00 $335.00 $335.00 $335.00 0.00%
Seasonal Camper Late Payment Fee $75.00 $75.00 $75.00 0.00%
CONSERVATION AREA FEE SCHEDULE
Backus, Deer Creek, Haldimand, Norfok and Waterford North
BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2026 DRAFT BUDGET 69
CONSERVATION AREA FEE SCHEDULE
Backus, Deer Creek, Haldimand, Norfok and Waterford North
2021
HST included
2022
HST included
2023
HST included
Draft 2024
HST included
Draft 2025
HST included
Draft 2026
HST included
Draft
increase %
Group Camping
Group Camping Tents Only
Group Camping (per night)$55.00 $55.00 $60.00 $60.00 $65.00 $65.00 0.00%
Group Camping (per person/night)$6.00 $6.00 $7.00 $7.00 $8.00 $8.00 0.00%
Portable Toilet Rental $205.00 $205.00 0.00%
OTHER FEES
Reservation Fee - online $13.00 $13.00 $14.00 $15.00 $15.00 $16.00 6.67%
Reservation Fee - by phone $15.00 $15.00 $15.00 $15.00 $15.00 $17.50 16.67%
Cancellation/Change Fee $15.00 $15.00 $15.00 $15.00 $15.00 $16.00 6.67%
2nd Vehicle Parking $12.00 $12.00 $13.00 $13.00 $13.00 $16.00 23.08%
Pavilion $75.00 $75.00 $75.00 $75.00 $75.00 $75.00 0.00%
Wood $10.00 $10.00 $10.00 $10.00 $10.00 $10.00 0.00%
Kindling $5.00 $5.00 $5.00 $5.00 $5.00 $5.00 0.00%
Ice $4.00 $4.00 $4.00 $4.00 $4.00 $4.00 0.00%
Picnic Tables (per table per day)$6.00 $6.00 $6.00 $6.00 $6.00 $7.50 25.00%
Bait / Worms $3.50 $3.50 $3.50 $3.50 $4.00 $4.00 0.00%
Vendor permit $60.00 $60.00 $60.00 $60.00 $60.00 $60.00 0.00%
Canoe/Kayak Rental - per hour $15.00 $15.00 $15.00 $15.00 $20.00 $20.00 0.00%
- per 1/2 day (4 hours)$50.00 $50.00 $50.00 $50.00 $60.00 $60.00 0.00%
Boat/Trailer Storage - off site $375.00 $375.00 $375.00 $375.00 $375.00 $375.00 0.00%
Winter Trailer Storage/camp site $225.00 $225.00 $225.00 $225.00 $250.00 $250.00 0.00%
Winter Storage Late Fee (per day)$10.00 $10.00 $10.00 $10.00 $10.00 $10.00 0.00%
BACKUS HERITAGE CONSERVATION AREA
Rentals
Church Rental $250.00 $250.00 $250.00 $250.00 $250.00 $0.00 -100.00%
Ed. Centre Rentals
- 1/2 day $240.00 $240.00 $240.00 $240.00 $247.00 $250.00 1.21%
- full day Auditorium or Classroom $400.00 $400.00 $400.00 $400.00 $412.00 $425.00 3.16%
- add for 2nd room $50.00 $50.00 $50.00 $50.00 $50.00 $75.00 50.00%
Photography
Photography Fee $75.00 $75.00 $75.00 $75.00 $100.00 $100.00 0.00%
- includes entry for 2 passenger vehicles
Education Programming- full day**$560.84 $583.62 $606.97 $625.18 3.00%- 1/2 day**$280.42 $291.81 $303.48 $312.59 3.00%
**Maximum 40 students per class per day.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2026 DRAFT BUDGET 70
Draft 2026
before HST
CORPORATE SERVICES
Hold Harmless Agreements for research or events $45.13
Irrigation Access Permits within Conservation Authority owned properties $1,000.00
FORESTRY
Consulation Service per hour $125.00
LANDS AND WATERS
Tree Planting Program - Forest Ontario Sponsored
Full Service (Seedling and Planting) per tree1 $0.75
Private Landowner Tree Planting Program
Land Owner Cost per tree2 $1.00 - $2.39
Full Service (Seedling and Planting) per tree3 $1.85 - $3.10
Rental of Tree Planter per day for trees purchased from the Conservation Authority $75.00
Restoration Program
Erosion Control - Landowner Plans $309.73
LEE BROWN MARSH
Goose Relocation
- Per Canada goose $6.20
Hunting Fees
1-Day Field Hunt , 1 person $53.10
1-Day (midweek) Marsh Hunt, 1 person $518.89
1-Day (midweek) Marsh Hunt, 4 people $1,770.32
3-Day Marsh Hunt for 4 people $4,425.78
1 Pricing subject to change without notice. Subject to approval and availability. Minimum 500 seedlings
must be planted.
2 Pricing subject to change without notice. Subject to availability. Minimum 150 seedlings/species.
3 Pricing subject to change without notice. Subject to availability. Minimum 5 acres and 500 seedlings.
CORPORATE SERVICES AND CONSERVATION LANDS FEE SCHEDULE
LONG POINT REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY
BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2026 DRAFT BUDGET 71
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REPORT
CLERK
TO: Mayor & Members of Council
FROM: Meagan Elliott, Clerk
DATE: December 4, 2025
REPORT: CL-08/25 SUBJECT: 2026 RATES AND FEES
BACKGROUND
Municipalities may enact a by-law that outlines rates and fees to charge for services, activities,
applications, licenses, permits, etc. The Municipality of Bayham’s current rates and fees by-law is
By-law No. 2024-077, adopted in December of 2024 and which came into effect for January 2025.
Council has been reviewing the rates and fees by-law annually since 2023 and this Report is
presented for consideration to any changes to be in effect for January 2026.
DISCUSSION
Staff collaboratively reviewed the current rates and fees by-law and have the following changes
to present for consideration:
Increase by Consumer Price Index (CPI)
The by-law has language that allows for CPI increases to items as deemed appropriate without
formally amending the by-law, but they have been noted for information purposes as highlighted
blue in the attached document. The CPI for 2025 is 2.2 percent, and items with this applied
have been rounded to the nearest dollar.
Previously Approved Items
The previously-approved items are included in the attachment, and highlighted yellow. They are
as follows:
At the June 19, 2025 Regular Meeting Council passed the following resolution to increase the
price of garbage tags to $2.50 each:
Moved by: Deputy Mayor Weisler
Seconded by: Councillor Emerson
THAT Report CAO-30/25 re 2026 Garbage Bag Tag Program be received for information;
AND THAT the bag tag program moves towards non-expiring tags with allowing 2025 tags
to be used in 2026;
AND THAT the free bag tag packages continue as currently administered;
AND THAT the price of bag tags be increased to $2.50 per tag;
AND THAT the approved changes come into effect on January 1, 2026.
At the November 20, 2025 Regular Meeting, Council passed the following resolution for the Port
Burwell East Beach Paid Parking Program:
Moved by: Councillor Emerson
Seconded by: Councillor Chilcott
THAT Report BL-05/25 re Port Burwell East Beach – 2025 Paid Parking Pilot Program be
received;
AND THAT Council establish paid parking at the East Beach as a permanent program for
2026 with the following amendments:
• Pass through applicable HST and service-level user fees to users for hourly and daily
transactions
• Implement a non-resident seasonal parking pass for Monday through Thursday at a rate
of $72 + applicable HST and user fees
AND THAT the $61,553.01 service-level surplus from the 2025 pilot be identified in the
2026 surplus report as a reserve transfer for future capital works at the East Beach.
AND THAT Council refer further discussion about accessing Infrastructure Ontario (IO) or
other debt instruments for East Beach capital, including impacts of additional annual debt
service, to the 2026 Operating Budget discussion.
The breakdown of the totals on the attachment is as follows:
Rate & HST Service Fee Total cost
$4 (1 Hour) + Honk Fees + HST $4.52 $0.78 $5.30
$8 (2 Hour) + Honk Fees + HST $9.04 $1.01 $10.05
$12 (3 Hour) + Honk Fees + HST $13.56 $1.37 $14.93
$16 (4 Hour) + Honk Fees + HST $18.08 $1.72 $19.80
$18 (All Day) + Honk Fees + HST $20.34 $1.91 $22.25
Non-Resident Passes (Monday to Thursday)
$72 + Honk Fees + HST
$81.36 $4.16 $85.52
New Items
The proposed new items are on the attachment, and highlighted green. They are as follows:
Telecommunication Road Consent
The telecommunication fee is implemented to compensate the Municipality for staff time
required to review submitted permits, conduct site inspections, and provide responses
throughout the permitting process.
Since Infrastructure Ontario announced the Accelerated High-Speed Internet Program and the
Ontario Legislature passed the Supporting Broadband and Infrastructure Expansion Act, 2021,
Municipality of Bayham staff have logged more than 500 hours managing related agreements,
processing permits for contractors, responding to emergency call-outs, and addressing resident
concerns.
Utilizing the permitting fee and “per metre” fee, this would offset the expenses involved. Staff
expect to not be able to utilize this for existing agreements, however future providers will still be
applying at which time this can be utilized for these costs.
Additional Residential Unit (ARU) Signs
In accordance with the Civic Addressing Policy approved by Council November 6, 2025, the
additional signage fees apply to ARUs to provide proper addressing for additional dwelling units
as a matter of public health and safety.
Storm Private Drain Connection (PDC)
A storm PDC fee is applied to newly-developed lots that require a private drain connection.
These connections are typically found in the new subdivisions where stormwater is collected,
managed, and discharged into a municipal drain. The fee helps offset the cost of inspections as
well as the ongoing maintenance of stormwater management areas, which are now included as
part of the Consolidated Linear Infrastructure Environmental Compliance Approval (CLI-ECA).
Next Steps
Should Council approve what is being presented, the by-law will be included on the December
18, 2025 Regular Meeting agenda to be adopted, effective January 1, 2026.
STRATEGIC PLAN
3.2: Quality of Governance > To continually demonstrate financial responsibility to the
community.
Initiative(s): Investigate options for moving services to full cost recovery
ATTACHMENTS
Attachment 1 – Rates and Fees
RECOMMENDATION
THAT Report CL-08/25 re 2026 Rates and Fees be received for information;
AND THAT the noted changes and additions be approved, effective January 1, 2026;
AND THAT the by-law be presented for enactment at the December 18, 2025 Regular
Council Meeting.
Respectfully Submitted by: Reviewed by:
Meagan Elliott Thomas Thayer, CMO, AOMC
Clerk Chief Administrative Officer
CATEGORY ITEM FEE PROPOSED
Admin - Photocopying per page - black & white 8.5x11 or 15 $0.75
per page - black & white 11x17 $1.00
per page - coloured 8.5x11 or 15 $2.00
per page - coloured 11x17 $2.50
fax $1.00
per page - GIS maps & plans 8.5x11 $7.00
per page - GIS maps & plans 11x17 $11.00
copy of zoning by-law $25.00
copy of official plan $35.00
Admin - Culture and Tourism Councils & Historic Highlights + 5% HST $3.00
Bayham Memories & Milestones + 5% HST $12.00
Municipal Key Fobs $2.00
Discover Bayham Mugs $5.00
Admin - Lottery Lottery Licence 3% of cash value of all prize ($10
minimum fee)
Admin - Freedom of Information FOI Application $5.00
FOI Additional Charges
$7.50/15 min of seach and review of
documents, photocopying
$0.20/page
Admin - Miscellaneous Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario Municipal Information Form $25.00
Preparation, Registration or Discharge of Agreement/Interest Fee $500.00
Ontario Power Authority Fee in Tarriff Support Resolution $100.00
Garbage Tags $2.00 $2.50
Blue Box +HST $10.00
County Map $3.00
Municipal Pins First 15 pins free, each additional $1.00 (maximum 25 pins unless
special approval)
Commissioning of Affidavits $20.00 (senior pension forms
exempt)
Certification of Documents $20.00
Livestock Valuer $150.00
Food Truck License $500.00
Ice Cream Truck License $250.00
Stationary BBQ Vendor License $250.00
Stationary Food/Beverage Vendor License $250.00
Kennel Licence (first time)$250.00
Kennel Licence (renewal)$200.00
Animal Rescue Facility (First time)$150.00
Animal Rescue Facility (renewal) $100.00
East Beach Paid Parking 1 Hour (+HST and fees) $5.30
2 Hours (+HST and fees) $10.05
3 Hours (+HST and fees) $14.93
4 Hours (+HST and fees) $19.80
Daily (+HST and fees) $22.25
Non-Resident Permit (Monday-Thursday) (+HST and fees) $85.52
By-law Enforcement By-law Exemption Request $150.00
Noise Exemption $150.00
Remedial Action Fee Over $2000 Cost + 15%
Remedial Action Fee Under $2000 Cost + $300
Zoning Enforcement Compliance Date Extension Application Fee $100 Per Month Requested
Lot Maintenance Extension Fee $50.00
First Notice of Non-Compliance FREE
Second Notice of Non-Compliance $150.00
Third and Final Notice of Non-Compliance / Order $200.00
Use of Staff Resources - Per Member, One Hour Minimum $75/hour
Property Standards Appeal $500.00
Superior Court of Justice Appeal of Property Standards Decision $800.00
Title Search $50.00
Corporate Search Cost + $25
Reigster or Discharge an Order on Title $350.00
Registered Mail $10 per Letter
Execute Search Warrant $500.00
Locksmith Service Cost + 15%
Treasury Tax Certificate $75.00
Zoning Certificate $75.00
Building Work Order $75.00
Drainage Work Order $75.00
By-law/Fire Services Order $75.00
NSF Payment Fee $35.00
Tax Sale Registration Process Full Cost Recovery + $100.00
Planning Services Offical Plan Amendment Application $2542.00 plus $1000 deposit $2598.00 plus $1000 deposit
Zoning By-law Amendment Application $2542.00 plus $1000 deposit $2598.00 plus $1000 deposit
Temporary Use Zoning By-law $1,020 plus $1,000 deposit $1,043.00 plus $1,000 deposit
Temporary Use Zoning By-law Renewal $510 plus $1,000 deposit $521.00 plus $1,000 deposit
Zoning Amendment to Remove Holding $510.00 plus $1,000 deposit $521.00 plus $1,000 deposit
Minor Variance Application $1095.00 plus $1000 deposit $1119.00 plus $1000 deposit
Site Plan Application/Agreement $1437.00 plus $1000 deposit $1469.00 plus $1000 deposit
Site Plan Agreement - properties with accumulative
commercial/industrial/institutional building area of 150 m2 or less $255.00 plus $250.00 deposit $261.00 plus $250.00 deposit
Site Plan Agreement Amendment $510 plus $500 deposit $521.00 plus $500 deposit
Development Agreement $1,020 plus $1,000 deposit $1,043 plus $1,000 deposit
Plan of Subdivision Application $2658.00 plus $6000 deposit $2716.00 plus $6000 deposit
Defense of Local Planning Appeal Tribunal $5,000.00 deposit - full cost to
applicant
Planning Report $1200.00
Consent Application Clearance Letter $100.00
Planning Signage - Install and Remove $175.00
Third Party Review Fee Cost + $60
Preconsult $827.00 plus $300 deposit $845.00 plus $300 deposit
Zoning By-law - Section 4.12 Temporary Use Agreement Fee $10,000.00 Security Deposit
$1000.00 Development Agreement
Water/Wastewater Change of Occupancy - New Account Charge $50.00
Add to Tax Roll $50.00
Late Payment Charge 5%
Sewer Connection Permit $400.00
Sewer Connection Inspection $300.00
Water Connection Permit $400.00
Water Connection Inspection $300.00
Ontario OneCall Relocate/Remark +HST $200.00
Water Meter- Residential (including dual checkvalve, inspection,
meter tail and ball valve)$806.26 $824.00
Water Meter Register $484.50 $495.00
Water Meter Register for Pit Application $544.68 $557.00
Dual Check Valve $49.93 $51.00
Water Meter Bottom Plate with Gasket $25.50 $26.00
Water Meter Non-Residential Full Cost Recovery
Dual Check Valve Non-Residential Full Cost Recovery
Water Meter Test Full Cost Recovery
Water Shut off/on $110 + current OPSS pickup truck
rate
Water meter pit with radio antenna lid and associated
couplers/adaptors $1,855.00
Public Works Road Access - Road Consent Permit $300.00
MVC Response Current MTO Rate
Other Emergencies Response Current MTO Rate
Nuisance Calls Debris on Road Current MTO Rate
Telecommunication Road Consent Permit $200
Telecommunication Road Consent Additional $0.25/meter
Public Works - Civic Addressing Application Number Blade, Steel Post, Installation $200.00
Replacement Number Blade Only $150.00
Replacement Steel Post Only $100.00
ARU Number Blade $150
ARU Directional Number Sign $175
Public Works - Over Dimensional Load Permit Single Use $200.00
Annual $500.00
Private Utility Road Bore $300.00
Fire Services MVC Response Current MTO rate for pumper, rescue & tanker
Other Response Current MTO Rate
Burn Permit $50.00 per calendar year
Cost Recovery - Foam Full Cost Recovery
Fire Report - Post Fire $100.00
Fire Inspection - Real Estate - Minimum 2 hours $75.00/hr
Fire Safety Plan Review $100.00
Illegal or unauthorized fire (including arson)Full Cost Recovery
Hazardous Materials Clean-up (as per Environmental Protection Act, RSO 1990)Full Cost Recovery
Fire Response Fees (Indemnification
Technology Municipal Act)Current MTO Rate
Fireworks - review application and inspection $75.00/hr
Marine Museum Entrance Fees Children 12 years of age and under Free
Adults (13+)$3.00 per person
Family (up to 4 adults)$8.00 per family
Museum Admission - Children's Educational Program $4.00 per student
Museum Admission - Tour Groups of 10 or more adults $2.00 per person
Building Fees
Agricultural Permit Fees Fee Adder Units
Farm Buildings - new - up to 10,000 sq ft $150.00 $0.45 sq ft
Farm Buildings - new - over 10,000 sq ft $4,450.00 $0.40 sq ft
Farm Buildings - addition - up to 10,000 sq ft $150.00 $0.45 sq ft
Farm Buildings - addition - over 10,000 sq ft $4,450.00 $0.40 sq ft
Farm Buildings - renovations $150.00 $10.45 $000cv
Manure Tanks $150.00 $10.45 $000cv
Grain Bins $150.00 $10.45 $000cv
Silos $150.00 $10.45 $000cv
Bunker Silos $150.00 $10.45 $000cv
Kilns $200.00 Flat Rate
Corn Cribs $200.00 Flat Rate
Grain Dryers $150.00 $10.45 $000cv
Industrial, Commercial & Institutional (ICI) Permit Fees Fee Adder Units
I C I Buildings - new - up to 10,000 sq ft $150.00 $0.95 sq ft
I C I Buildings - new - over 10,000 sq ft $9,350.00 $0.95 sq ft
I C I Buildings - addition - up to 10,000 sq ft $150.00 $0.95 sq ft
I C I Buildings - addition - over 10,000 sq ft $9,350.00 $0.95 sq ft
I C I Buildings - renovations $150.00 $10.45 $000cv
Residential Permit Fees Fee Adder Units
Residential Dwellings - new - up to 1,500 sq ft $1,500.00 $0.00 sq ft
Residential Dwellings - new - over 1,500 sq ft $1,500.00 $0.95 sq ft
Accessory Buildings - up to 300 sq ft $300.00 Flat Rate
Accessory Buildings - over 300 sq ft $300.00 $0.55 sq ft
Garage - attached to new home $0.45 sq ft
Garages, carports, etc - up to 300 sq ft $150.00 Flat Rate
Garages, carports, etc - over 300 sq ft $300.00 $0.55 sq ft
Renovations $150.00 $10.45 $000cv
Decks, ramps & wood stoves $300.00 Flat Rate
Lot Grading Plan Deposit $1,000.00 refundable
Occupancy Permit (within 2 years)$0.00
Occupancy Permit (after 2 years)$300.00 Flat Rate
Septic Permit Fees Fee Adder Units
Class 1 - small $620.00 Flat Rate
Class 2-3 - small $620.00 Flat Rate
Class 4-5 - small $620.00 Flat Rate
Class 1 - large $1,350.00 Flat Rate
Class 2-3 - large $1,350.00 Flat Rate
Class 4-5 - large $1,350.00 Flat Rate
Leaching Beds $500.00 Flat Rate
Absorption Trench $500.00 Flat Rate
Filter Beds $500.00 Flat Rate
Repairs $500.00 Flat Rate
Lot Assessments $100.00 Flat Rate
Plumbing $150.00 $10.00 fixture
Swimming Pool $300.00 Flat Rate
Miscellaneous Permit Fees Fee Adder Units
Change of Use $200.00 Flat Rate
Other Inspections (as deemed by CBO)$200.00 Flat Rate
Signs $200.00 Flat Rate
Mobile Homes - as second dwelling on farm $200.00 $10.00 $000cv
Modular Homes $200.00 $0.60 sq ft
Temporary Mobile Homes (approved by Council)$200.00 $100.00 renewal
Temporary Mobile Homes (under construction)$200.00 Flat Rate
Existing buildings moved to a new site $200.00 $0.55 sq ft
Additions to moved structures (at move)$200.00 $0.55 sq ft
Additions to moved structures (after move)$200.00 $0.55 sq ft
Permit Transfer $200.00 Flat Rate
Tents - temporary/special occasion $200.00 Flat Rate
Solar Panel - roof mounted $200.00 Flat Rate
Demolition Permit $200.00 Flat Rate
Building Permit Annual Maintenance Fee $300.00
Municipal Property Damage Deposit $5,000.00
Building Permit Deposit - General $200.00
Building Permit Deposit - New House $500.00
Storm Private Drain Connection Fee $400.00
THE CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF BAYHAM BY-LAW NO. Z819-2025
HERITAGE GROWN INC.
BEING A BY-LAW TO AMEND BY-LAW No. Z456-2003, AS AMENDED
WHEREAS the Council of the Corporation of the Municipality of Bayham deems it necessary to amend Zoning By-law No. Z456-2003, as amended;
THEREFORE, the Council of the Corporation of the Municipality of Bayham enacts as follows:
1) THAT By-law No. Z456-2003, as amended, is hereby further amended by amending Schedule “A”, Map 12 by changing the zoning symbol on the lands from ‘Agricultural (A1-1)’ Zone to a ‘Site-Specific Rural Residential (RR-55)’ Zone, which lands are outlined in
heavy solid lines and marked “RR-55” on Schedule “A”, Map 12 to this By-law, which schedule is attached to and forms part of this By-law.
2) THAT By-law No. Z456-2003, as amended, is hereby further amended by amending Schedule “A”, Map 12 by changing the zoning symbol on the lands from ‘Agricultural (A1-1)’ Zone to a ‘Site-Specific Special Agricultural (A2-22)’ Zone, which lands are outlined in heavy solid lines and marked “A2-22 on Schedule “A”, Map 12 to this By-law, which
schedule is attached to and forms part of this By-law.
3) THAT By-law No. Z456-2003, as amended, is hereby further amended by amending Section 7.13 Exceptions – Rural Residential (RR) Zone by adding the following clauses:
7.13.55.1 Defined Area
RR-55 as shown on Schedule “A”, Map 12 to this By-law.
7.13.55.2 Minimum Lot Area
0.26 hectares
7.13.55.3 Minimum Lot Frontage
34.5 metres
7.13.55.4 Minimum Rear Yard Depth
5.5 metres
4) THAT By-law No. Z456-2003, as amended, is hereby further amended by amending Section 6.12 Exceptions – Special Agricultural (A2) Zone by adding the following clauses:
6.12.22.1 Defined Area
A2-22 as shown on Schedule “A”, Map 12 to this By-law.
6.12.22.2 Minimum Side Yard Width
7.7 metres
5) THIS By-law comes into force:
a) Where no notice of objection has been filed with the Municipal Clerk within the time prescribed by the Planning Act and regulations pursuant thereto, upon the expiration of the prescribed time; or
b) Where notice of objection has been filed with the Municipal Clerk within the time prescribed by the Planning Act and regulations pursuant thereto, upon the approval of the Ontario Land Tribunal.
READ A FIRST AND SECOND TIME THIS 4TH DAY OF DECEMBER 2025.
READ A THIRD TIME AND FINALLY PASSED THIS 4TH DAY OF DECEMBER 2025.
MAYOR CLERK
THE CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF BAYHAM
JOINT CEMETERY BOARD MINUTES
TRACKLESS LOUNGE
56169 Heritage Line, Straffordville, ON
Tuesday, November 18, 2025
6:30 p.m.
PRESENT:
CHAIR: DAN FROESE
COMMITTEE MEMBERS: PERRY GRANT
ROGER JAMES
BONNIE BALL
ED KETCHABAW (Ex-officio)
ABSENT: RALPH CARTER
STAFF ATTENDANCE:
TREASURER LORNE JAMES
DEPUTY CLERK MARGARET UNDERHILL
1. CALL TO ORDER
Chair Froese called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.
2. DISCLOSURES OF PECUNIARY INTEREST & THE GENERAL NATURE THEREOF
No disclosures of pecuniary interest were declared.
3. DELEGATIONS
4. ADOPTION OF MINUTES FROM PREVIOUS MEETING(S)
A. Minutes of the Joint Cemetery Board Meeting held April 29, 2025
Moved by: Committee Member James
Seconded by: Committee Member Grant
THAT the minutes of the Joint Cemetery Board Meeting held April 29, 2025 be approved as
presented.
CARRIED
5. MATTERS OF BUSINESS
A. Memo JCB-03/25 re 2026 Maintenance Needs
Moved by: Committee Member Grant
Seconded by: Committee Member Ball
THAT Memo JCB-03/25 re 2026 Maintenance Needs be received for information.
CARRIED
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B. Memo JCB-04/25 re Joint Cemetery Board Members / Staff Duties and Process
Moved by: Committee Member James
Seconded by: Committee Member Grant
THAT Memo JCB-04/25 re Joint Cemetery Board Members / Staff Duties and Process be
received for information;
AND THAT the Joint Cemetery Board recommends to Council to revise the cremation fee for
opening and closing a grave contained on the Cemetery Price Lice from $300 to $450.
DEFEATED
Moved by: Committee Member Grant
Seconded by: Committee Member Ball
THAT Memo JCB-04/25 re Joint Cemetery Board Members / Staff Duties and Process be
received for information.
CARRIED
C. Memo JCB-05/25 re Joint Cemetery Board Meeting Schedule
Moved by: Committee Member Ball
Seconded by: Committee Member Grant
THAT Memo JCB-05/25 re Joint Cemetery Board Meeting Schedule be received for information;
AND THAT the following meeting dates be the Regular Meetings for the Joint Cemetery Board
for 2026:
• Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 6:30 pm in the Trackless Lounge
• Tuesday, November 24, 2026 at 6:30 pm in the Trackless Lounge
CARRIED
6. ADJOURNMENT
Moved by: Committee Member Grant
Seconded by: Committee Member Ball
THAT the Joint Cemetery Board Meeting be adjourned at 7:38 p.m.
CARRIED
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CHAIR CLERK
THE CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF BAYHAM
BY-LAW NO. 2025-070
A BY-LAW TO CONFIRM ALL ACTIONS OF
THE COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF
THE MUNICIPALITY OF BAYHAM FOR THE
COUNCIL MEETING HELD DECEMBER 4, 2025
WHEREAS under Section 5 (1) of the Municipal Act, 2001 S.O. 2001, Chapter 25, the powers of
a municipal corporation are to be exercised by the Council of the municipality;
AND WHEREAS under Section 5 (3) of the Municipal Act, 2001, the powers of Council are to be
exercised by by-law;
AND WHEREAS the Council of The Corporation of the Municipality of Bayham deems it
advisable that the proceedings of the meeting be confirmed and adopted by by-law.
THEREFORE THE COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF
BAYHAM ENACTS AS FOLLOWS:
1. THAT the actions of the Council of The Corporation of the Municipality of Bayham in
respect of each recommendation and each motion and resolution passed and other
action by the Council at the Council meeting held December 4, 2025 is hereby adopted
and confirmed as if all proceedings were expressly embodied in this by-law.
2. THAT the Mayor and Clerk of The Corporation of the Municipality of Bayham are hereby
authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to the action of the
Council including executing all documents and affixing the Corporate Seal.
READ A FIRST, SECOND AND THIRD TIME AND FINALLY PASSED THIS 4th DAY
OF DECEMBER, 2025.
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MAYOR CLERK