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That Council for the Corporation of the Township of Madawaska Valley further supports the resolution from the Township of Brudenell, Lyndoch and Raglan supporting the resolution for the Town of Bruce Mines regarding Bill 97 FIPPA, Plan to Protect Ontario Act and that the Council motion of support be forwarded to AMO, and MPP Billy Denault.
THAT Council in Committee recommend to Council to approve the staff recommendation to award the Tender submitted for Tender File #MV2026-11 Winter Sand to R.J. Selle and Son Ltd. in the amount of $122,266.00 (HST included), subject to the requirements of the Tender; and THAT it be expensed against the Budget 2026 Roadway Materials and Supplies Line 185 Sanding and Salting #01-5-0814-78508.
THAT Council approve the use of the fundraising rate for the softball field for the Valley Lakes Fundraising Tournament on August 29 2026.
Approval of the Agenda THAT the meeting enter In-Camera Session at 11:40a.m. to discuss Page 10 of 12 Council in Committee Minutes August 5, 2026 matters pertaining to "Personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees" ,"(i) a trade secret or scientific, technical, commercial, financial or labour relations information, supplied in confidence to the mu
THAT the Council in Committee Agenda for June 30th, 2026 be approved Council in Committee Minutes June 30, 2026 as amended to receive the report under item 10.1.4 -Tender Crooked Slide Park Chute and walkway repair.
THAT Council grant approval to the Treasurer to apply the insurance Claim No. P30010025 settlement funds received for 2025 MNRF Fire Suppression Costs in the amount of $44,013.54 to the Weather Events Reserve.
THAT the Council for the Corporation of the Township of Madawaska Valley supports the motion from the Council of the Township of Armour, and that it be forwarded to AMO, and the MPP of Renfrew Nipissing Pembroke.
THAT Council approve the resolution for Roadside Parks as amended, and direct the CAO/Clerk to circulate the resolution.
WHEREAS roadside parks and rest areas provide important public benefits including highway safety, tourism support, economic development, environmental stewardship, and recreational opportunities for residents and visitors; and WHEREAS a number of roadside parks established by the Government of Ontario located within the County of Renfrew, including those situated along Highway 60, Highway 62, and
Be it resolved that the Council for the Corporation of the Township of Madawaska Valley supports the correspondence from the Township of Perry to maintain and protect reduced-rate postal distribution for library materials; And further that this resolution be forwarded to the Township of Perry, the Minister of Government Transportation, Public Services, and Procurement, MP Cheryl Gallant, MPP Billy
THAT By-Law 2026-61 being a By-Law authorizing the entering into and the execution of a Boundary Road Agreement between The Corporation of the Municipality of Brudenell, Lyndoch, and Raglan and The Corporation of the Township of Madawaska Valley be read a first, second, and third time, and finally passed this 16th day of June, 2026.
THAT the Council in Committee Agenda for June 2nd, 2026 be approved Council in Committee Minutes June 2, 2026 as presented.
THAT Council grant approval to the Superintendent of Operations to award Tender MV2026-06 Connecting Link Milling and Asphalt Resurfacing to Bonnechere Excavating Inc (BEI) in the amount of $477,323.56 which includes the non-rebateable 1.76% HST; AND THAT the balance of $112,884.44 budgeted amount be used to complete a portion of Provisional Item 4 Concrete Curb and Gutter identified in the tender
THAT Council approve the Entrance Application 2026-06 which meets the criteria and intent of By-Law 2014-139, Section 5 in relation for an additional entrance for the purpose of access to front door, residents off of Sand Hill Drive owned by Kelby Gutz and Ashley Faulkner, Sherwood Plan 551 Lot 17, 18 Township Roll #026-010-58120.
THAT Council endorse the staff application to the Community Wildland Fire Protection Planning Communities Grant Program for the creation of Community Wildland Fire Protection Plan and/or Fire Hazard Mapping; and THAT this report be accepted as information.
THAT Council approve the use of the fundraising rate for the softball field on July 11 2026.
WHEREAS Seniors’ Month is an annual province-wide celebration; and WHEREAS seniors have contributed and continue to contribute immensely to the life and vibrancy of this community; and WHEREAS seniors continue to serve as leaders, mentors, volunteers and important and active members of this community; and WHEREAS their contributions past and present warrant appreciation and recognition and their s
THAT the items listed under the Correspondence - Information Section, item 11.6 be approved by consent and be received by the Corporation of the Township of Madawaska Valley to be filed as information.
THAT By-Law 2026-51 Being a By-Law to repeal and replace By-law 2026- 48 to enact Rules and Regulations for the installation, repair, maintenance and access to Water Meters and related appurtenances including the Billing and Collection of Charges for Water Usage and the Penalties for Offences be read a first, second, and third time, and finally passed this 20th day of May, 2026
THAT By-Law 2026-53 Being a By-Law to authorize the entering into and execution of a Subdivision Agreement between Combermere Lodge Limited and The Corporation of the Township of Madawaska Valley be read a first, second, and third time, and finally passed this 20th day of May, 2026.
THAT By-Law 2026-56 Being a By-Law to Acquire Land as a Public Highway be read a first, second, and third time, and finally passed this 20th day of May, 2026 Page 10 of 16 Regular Council Meeting Minutes May 20, 2026
THAT Council approve the use of the softball field at the fundraising rate for the annual Tim Horton's Camp Day Tournament on June 20 2026.
THAT the Council meeting extend past 2:00pm
THAT Council receive this report for the execution of a road use agreement as information; THAT Council direct staff to bring forward final By-Laws to the May 20, 2026, Regular meeting of Council to authorize the Mayor and Clerk to enter into a road use agreement with Peter Daniel Cybulski, Daniel Philip Cybulski, Victoria Hannah Cybulski-Blank, Karen Ann Cybulski and Catherine Anne Cybulski, bein
THAT By-Law 2026-49 Being a By-Law to Confirm the Proceedings of the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Madawaska Valley at the Council in Committee Meeting of May 5th, 2026 be read a first, second and third time and finally passed this 5th day of May 2026.
THAT the meeting enter In-Camera Session at 9:03am to discuss matters pertaining to "Personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees" and "Educating or training the members of Council" pursuant to the Ontario Municipal Act, S.O. 2001, c.25, Section 239 (2) (b) & (3.1) (1). 1. County of Renfrew(Greg Belmore, Amanda Nesbitt) CAO Performance Appraisal
THAT Council receive this report for information and direct staff to implement the immediate and short-term utility-reduction measures outlined herein, and further that staff reports back with a detailed long-term Energy Efficiency and Utility Reduction Plan, including capital requirements and projected savings.
THAT Council approve the request from the Barry's Bay BIA for support on their annual Bay Day event on Saturday May 16: road closure on Opeongo Line, supply of picnic tables, garbage cans, and stage float; and hanging of Bay Day banner over Highway 60; and THAT Council approve the request from the Barry's Bay BIA for use of the fundraising rate at PJYCC on Thursday May 14 2026.
THAT Council approve the donation request submitted by the Wilno Heritage Society for their May 9 2026 event.
THAT Council in Committee receives this report related to the acquisition and dedication of land as a Public Highway (Road Widening of Prince Road); THAT the Council in Committee direct staff to bring forward a final By-Lawto Acquire and Dedicate Land as a Public Highway (Road Widening of Prince Road) to the April 21, 2026, Regular Meeting of Council.
THAT By-Law 2026-36, being a By-law to Close to vehicular traffic Highways/Streets or Portions Thereof under the Jurisdiction of Council for such Social, Recreational, Community or Athletic Purpose or Combination of such Purposes for the Bay Day Event be read a first, second and third time and finally passed this 8th day of April 2026.
THAT By-Law 2026-37 Being a By-Law to Confirm the Proceedings of the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Madawaska Valley at the Council in Committee Meeting of April 8th, 2026 be read a first, second and third time and finally passed this 8th day of April 2026.
THAT By-Law 2026-30 Being a By-law to Close to vehicular traffic Highways/Streets or Portions Thereof under the Jurisdiction of Council for such Social, Recreational, Community or Athletic Purpose or Combination of such Purposes for the Taste of the Valley Annual Event be read a first, second and third time and finally passed this 17th day of March 2026.
THAT By-Law 2026-34 Being a By-Law to Confirm the Proceedings of the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Madawaska Valley at the Regular Council Meeting of March 17th, 2026 be read a first, second and third time and finally passed this 17th day of March 2026.
THAT Council in Committee recommend to Council to receive and approve the 2025 Annual Report for the Barry's Bay Water Drinking System as presented.
THAT By-Law 2026-26 Being a By-Law to Adopt the 2026 Water System Budget and Establish the Water System Rates and that it be read a first, second and third time and finally passed this 3rd day of March 2026.
THAT By-Law 2014-130 Special Council Meeting - November 27, 2014 Being a By-Law to confirm the proceedings of the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Madawaska Valley at a Special Council Meeting of November 27, 2014 be given first and second reading this 27th day of November, 2014.
THAT the Special Council Meeting Agenda for Thursday, November 20, 2014 be approved as amended attaching a competencies performance appraisal form to In-Camera.
THAT the Meeting enter In-Camera Session at 9:15 a.m. to discuss matters pertaining to “personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees”, Ontario Municipal Act 2011, c.25, s.239 (2)(b). 1. CAO/Clerk Operational Review 2. Goals and Objectives Appraisal
THAT the Meeting return to Open Session at 11:48 a.m.