June Report
- pproderick9
- Jun 27
- 9 min read
June 5th Seniors Expo
June 9th Culture Talk
June 10th Council and Committee of the Whole Meeting
June 11th TuNesday in the Park
June 13th Budget Review Committee CRCA
June 13th Minister's Announcement
June 14th Amherst Island Agricultural Society
June 19th Fairfield Gutzeit House Visit
June 23rd Conservation Ontario Meeting
June 24th Council and Committee of the Whole Meeting
June 25th CRCA Full Authority Board Hearing
June 25th Cataraqui Source Water Protection Authority
June 25th CRCA Full Authority Board Meeting
June 5th Seniors Expo
I attended Staying Active, Staying Connected — Together! What an amazing day at our 3rd annual Seniors Expo in celebration of Seniors Month! From engaging activities to warm conversations, the community spirit was shining bright. Huge thanks to everyone who made it special—attendees, sponsors, partners, and service providers. If you missed it this year? We’ll see you next time for year four! I took the challenge and enrolled in two sessions of the Wood Working Program offered through the Seniors Centre in Odessa. I am pleased to report no injuries resulted!
June 9th Culture Talk
I attended the Culture talk at the Bath Museum as it had great personal interest. The construction of Ernestown Station began 170 years ago and was part of the first phase of the Grand Trunk Railway construction. Steve Manders, author of the First Spike, explored how the arrival of the railway transformed Loyalist Township. The Former Grand Trunk Railway Station at Ernestown is a one-storey, stone railway station, built in 1855-56 and holds unique heritage value as one of the few remaining original Grand Trunk Railway stations. The Ernestown Station truly holds a remarkable place in Canada’s rail heritage. Not just because it was part of the Grand Trunk Railway’s ambitious push across the country, but because it stands today as a rare and tangible link to that transformative era. Its one-storey stone structure is more than just architecture—it’s a symbol of connection: of goods, people, and ideas that began flowing more freely once the rails were laid.
June 10th Council and Committee of the Whole Meeting
Presentations
Jessica Jones, Community Appointee on the East Lennox and Addington OPP Detachment Board provided a presentation on the 2024 Annual OPP Detachment Board Report.
Annalee Adair, from Evoke Consulting provided a presentation on the development of the Arts, Culture and Heritage Master Plan.
Trevor Morgan and Bill Gurney from Newline Skateparks and Brian Paquin from Ainley Group provided Council with a presentation on community skatepark and pump track trends and development considerations.
Council made the following decisions:
Directed staff to submit an application to the Municipal Housing Infrastructure Program - Health and Safety Water Stream for the Lakeview Sewage Pumping Station Capacity, Mechanical, and Electrical Upgrades.
Approved the waiving of the minor variance application fee for an upcoming minor variance application for a hot tub at 142 Lodge Street.
Approved the extension for the NRK Development Limited Draft Plan of Subdivision. The extension shall lapse on June 13, 2028.
Council directed staff to proceed with the development of a Skate Park and Pump Track at Loyalist Park, 133 Pratt Drive, Amherstview and bring a final design back to Council for approval, once public consultation is completed. Council directed staff to establish a Site Access and Construction Agreement with the confidential Donor and once established, that the Mayor and CAO execute the agreement.
Committee of the Whole
• Alex Scott, Asset Management & Strategic Initiatives Coordinator provided the Committee with a presentation on the Asset Management Plan - Proposed Levels of Service. The Committee recommended that Council endorse the proposed service level targets and that staff incorporate the targets into the 2025 Asset Management Plan and continue to optimize financial strategies to meet the proposed service levels sustainably.
• Luke MacDonald, Engineering Manager and Cory Grant, Engineering Supervisor provided the Committee with a presentation on the Subdivision Engineering Technical Guidelines. The Committee recommended that Council endorse the draft Subdivision Engineering Technical Guidelines.
Consent Agenda
•May 27th, 2025 Council and Committee of the Whole Meeting Minutes were approved
You can view the highlights from the Council and Committee of the Whole meeting and view the full Council Meeting Agenda Package at https://loyalist.civicweb.net/document/212998/
June 11th TuNesday in the Park
Last month Vintage Vibes played timeless songs seldom heard live. Featuring performers with many years of experience playing in various bands, they put together set lists with a mix of country, early rock and roll, and classic rock from the late 60’s and 70’s.
The next event will take place at Loyalist Park on July 9th from 6:30pm to 8:00pm with music by the HYDEAWAYS. The HYDEAWAYS are a talented and energetic trio based in Kingston, Ontario, specializing in acoustic rock, singer-songwriter, folk, country, and original music.
Bring your friends and family!
Pack a picnic blanket or chair
Check the weather and dress accordingly
Please bring a donation for the food bank for the main sponsors The Lions Club
We look forward to seeing you there for an evening of fun and community spirit!
June 13th Budget Review Committee CRCA
Items discussed from the Agenda
Cataraqui Conservation Fee Schedule 2026 was approved
Cataraqui Conservation Proposed 2026 Budget Summary Format Received
Capital Projects Data Base Received
June 13th Minister's Announcement
Neil Lumsden, the Minister of Sport announced that the Ontario government is investing over $9.1 million to protect jobs and support the renewal of the W.J. Henderson Recreation Centre in Loyalist Township. This project is part of the $200 million Community Sport and Recreation Infrastructure Fund (CSRIF) — a province
wide initiative to help communities revitalize local facilities, grow the economy and promote active, healthy living across Ontario.
June 14th Amherst Island Agricultural Society
I attended the official opening of the new pavilion on Amherst Island which was the dream and vision of the Amherst Island Agricultural Society. The pavilion will be a focal point for community events and currently a Saturday market will run there in season.
The Township is committed to enabling incorporated non-profit, charitable, and volunteer organizations to support programs for residents in health, social, cultural, economic, equity and environmental aspects. The Loyalist Township Community Grants program supported this project through funding provided by Windlectric Inc and Kingston Solar GP. The space is available for rental through the society.
June 19th Fairfield Gutzeit House Visit
Council was given a preview of the work done in the restoration of the Fairfield Gutzeit House in advance of its reopening in early July. Needless to say the work restored the house to it early roots with exterior and interior work of the tie. Furnishing and personal effects of the family and a personal touch to the site. Make it a point to visit one of the oldest buildings in our township. The before and after pictures below give you an idea of the restoration work.
June 23rd Conservation Ontario Meeting
DISCUSSION ITEMS
Request for Approval: Budget Status Report for the Period ending May 31, 2025 Approved
Request for Approval: Progress on Conservation Ontario’s 2025 Workplan Approved
Request for Approval: Conservation Ontario Governance Accountability and Transparency Initiative Approved
UPDATES
Adapting to Coastal Hazards Across the Great Lakes Project 31-34
Conservation Ontario’s comments on Bill 5, Protect Ontario by Unleashing our Economy Act, 2025
Conservation Ontario’s comments on amendments to the Planning Act and associated regulatory proposals (Bill 17, Protect Ontario by Building Faster and Smarter Act, 2025, Schedule
Provincial and Federal Ministers
CONSENT ITEMS
CA Natural Asset Management Working Group Update
2021 Memorandum of Understanding between Conservation Ontario and Hydro One Networks
Council Voting Delegates and Alternates
Municipal Resolutions Received
June 24th Council and Committee of the Whole Meeting
Statutory Public Meeting
• A Public Meeting was held to discuss the 2238052 Ontario Ltd. (Kaitlin Corporation), Loyalist Estates Phase 14 Draft Plan of Subdivision (D12-014) and Zoning By-law Amendment (D14- 009-2024). The proposed subdivision will have 48 single detached dwellings with direct access to a new 20-metre municipal ring road. The new road will be accessible via Country Club Drive in the Village of Bath. Council heard comments from staff, consultants, and any person who claims to be affected by these applications. Once comments from Council, the Township departments, agencies and public have been addressed, a recommendation will be brought to a future Council meeting.
Council made the following decisions:
Declared the portion of the land described as Part 2, 3, 4 and 5 on Plan 29R-11494 as surplus and delegated the authority to the Mayor and CAO to execute and authorize the sale and acquisition of land documents. Any of the funds received from the sale of this property will be transferred to the Industrial and Business Parks Reserve.
Approved the updated 2026 budget schedule, taking into consideration the changes to the Municipal Act regarding Strong Mayor Powers. A Special Committee of the Whole meeting will be scheduled for November 4, 2025 and the November 17 and November 20 Committee of the Whole meetings will be changed to Council meetings, and a Council meeting for budget deliberations will be scheduled for November 24, 2025.
Approved the Part Lot Control lift request as it applies to Blocks 23, 24, 25, 26, and 27 on Plan 29M-75 and Lots 9, 10, 11, 12 and 13 on Plan 29M-36.
Declared the Road Allowance Between Lot 19 and 20 Concession 2 Closed by LA162597 Between Millhaven Road and CN Rail; Loyalist; as Parts 1-3 on Plan 29R-11490, as surplus land. Council delegated the authority to the Mayor and CAO to execute and authorize the sale and acquisition of land documents. The land approved to be transferred will be merged with the purchasers land. Any of the funds received from the sale of this property will be to the Industrial and Business Parks Reserve.
Approved the requirement of proponents of IESO energy projects seeking a municipal support resolution as part of an IESO energy procurement or program be required to undertake the engagement plan, prior to requesting a municipal support resolution from Council.
Authorized the Mayor and CAO to execute a Memorandum of Understanding for Species at Risk Habitat Compensation. The contribution will be allocated to a Deferred Revenue account until the funds are utilized towards the projects outlined in the agreement.
Consent Agenda
The following items were received/approved by one vote in accordance with the recommendations contained in each item:
Consent Agenda Building Activity Report - May 2025
Confirmation of the minutes of the June 10, 2025 meeting of Council and Committee of the Whole
You can view the highlights from the Council and Committee of the Whole meeting and view the full Council Meeting Agenda Package at https://loyalist.civicweb.net/document/213444/
Next Council and Committee of the Whole Meetings
July 8, 2025 at 6:00 p.m.
August 12, 2025 at 6:00 p.m.
September 9, 2025 at 6:00 p.m
June 25th CRCA Full Authority Board Hearing
The Board heard an appeal as permitted under the act of application F-69/25-SLR . After presentations by both parties the board voted to uphold the appeal allowing the applicant to move forward with their project.
June 25th Cataraqui Source Water Protection Authority
The following reports were received and approved by the board
Minutes of the Cataraqui Source Protection Authority Meeting of April 30, 2025
Amendments to the Cataraqui Source Protection Plan (Report 056-25-CSPA)
Cataraqui Source Protection Committee minutes of (October 24th 2024)
Verbal update on Correspondence with the Minister from John Williamson
June 25th CRCA Full Authority Board Meeting
The following reports were received and approved by the board.
General Manager’s Monthly Progress Report – June 2025 (report IR-057-25)
Operating Variance to May 31 and Estimates to Year End (report IR-058-25)
Wilton Road Dam- Improve Deck Access Project (report IR-059-25)
Capital Project - Bobolink Habitat Restoration Lemoine Pointy Conservation Area (report IR-060-25)
Seniors Capital Project (IR-061-25)
Report from Budget Review Committee (report IR-062-25) Report on Communications (report IR-063-25)
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The big event is upon us as we celebrate Canada Day, for information go to the following link to plan your day. Hope to see you there! Happy Canada Day!
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