The Corporation of Norfolk County
Regular Council Meeting

Tuesday, April 28, 2026

1:00 P.m. - 5:00 P.m.

Council Chambers

Norfolk County Administration Building

50 Colborne St. S., Simcoe ON

 

Live Stream: www.norfolkcounty.ca/watch-norfolk-county-meetings

 

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1.

Indigenous Acknowledgement / Ceremonial Activities

The Municipality of Norfolk County is committed to furthering Truth and Reconciliation in our communities.  We recognize the historical and current contributions of Indigenous Peoples throughout Canada, and particularly in Norfolk County, that have added to the rich cultural and social fabric that exists here today.  We will strive to continually strengthen and develop the spirit of respect, cooperation and collaboration to the mutual benefit of all Norfolk County residents.

2.

Approval of Agenda/Changes to the Agenda

• Recommendation:

  That the agenda be approved as presented.

3.

Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest

4.

Early Closed Session

4.1

Negotiations and Disposal of Property re: Lynwood Historic Site

Pursuant to Section 239 (2) of the Municipal Act, 2001 as a amended, as the subject matter pertains to:

(c) a proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the municipality or local board;

(k) a position, plan, procedure, criteria or instruction to be applied to any negotiations carried on or to be carried on by or on behalf of the municipality or local board.

5.

Consent Items

• Recommendation:

  That the following Consent items be approved as presented:

5.1

Long Point Beach Access 2026 - CDS-26-059

• Recommendation:

  That the Information Memo regarding the Long Point Beach Access Points 2026 be received as information.

5.2

2025 Financial Statements - Lynnwood Art Centre - CS-26-074

• Recommendation:

  That the Information Memo regarding the 2025 Financial Statements – Lynnwood Art Centre be received as information.

5.3

By-the-Glass Endorsement - CS-26-073

• Recommendation:

  That the Information Memo regarding the By-the-Glass Endorsement be received as information; and

  That the Council of Norfolk County supports South 45 winery, located at 1155 North Road, Langton, application to the AGCO for a By-the-Glass Endorsement permit.

6.

Deputations

6.1

Paul Hammond, Lynnwood Arts Centre Board

Re: Lynnwood Arts Centre

7.

Presentations

8.

Communications

• Recommendation:

  That the following communication item be received as information:

8.1

Annual report from Boghosian and Allen LPP

Re: Norfolk County Integrity Commissioner Services Annual Report

9.

Approval of Minutes

• Recommendation:

  That the following minutes be approved as presented:

9.1

Council Meeting Minutes - March 24, 2026

10.

Reports of Committees of the Whole 

• Recommendation:

  That the following minutes be approved as presented:

10.1

Public Hearing Committee Meeting - April 8, 2026

10.2

Council-in-Committee Meeting Minutes - April 14, 2026

11.

Reports of Advisory Committees

• Recommendation:

  That the following minutes of the advisory committees and local boards be received as information: 

11.1

Simcoe BIA - Financial Statements - 2024

11.2

Delhi BIA - Financial Statements 2024

11.3

Grand Erie Public Health Meeting Minutes - February 18, 2026

11.4

Norfolk County Public Library Board Meeting Minutes - February 25, 2026

11.5

Long Point Region Conservation Authority Meeting Minutes - March 6, 2026

11.6

Delhi BIA Meeting Minutes - March 12, 2026

11.7

Grand Erie Public Health Meeting Minutes - March 25, 2026

11.8

Economic Development Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes - March 18, 2026

11.9

Norfolk Heritage Committee Minutes - February 23, 2026

11.10

Accessibility Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes - November 27, 2025

11.11

Recreation and Parks Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes - January 29, 2026

12.

Staff Reports/Discussion Items

12.1

Corporate Services 

12.2

Emergency & Social Services

12.3

Public Works

12.4

Community and Development Services

12.4.1

Request for Closure and Conveyance of Part King Street South, Plan 139, (Port Ryerse) Norfolk County, CDS-26-065

• Recommendation:

  That Report CS 25-076, Proposed Closure and Conveyance of Part King Street South, Plan 139, Norfolk County, be received as information;

  And Further That any comments received as part of the Public Hearings Committee meeting, in addition to those already received, be considered in a future recommendation staff report.

12.4.2

Application ZNPL2025329 to amend the Zoning By-law to change the zoning of a parcel of land on St. George Street, CDS-26-054

• Recommendation:

  That application ZNPL2025329, affecting the lands described as PORT DOVER PLAN 207 RWY PT LOT 19 IRREG PLAN 37R 213, Port Dover Norfolk County, to amend the Norfolk County Zoning By-Law 1-Z-2014 from Urban Residential Type 1 (R1-A) Zone to Urban Residential 4 (R4(H)) Zone with a Holding (H) provision and special provision, be approved, as shown in Attachment D to Report CDS-26-054 and

  Further that all public input received for this application was considered as part of the decision, as outlined in staff report CDS-26-054.

12.5

Office of the Chief Administrative Officer

12.5.1

Addressing Frivolous and Vexatious Actions That Impose Unnecessary Burden on Taxpayers

• Recommendation:

  That the Information Memo regarding addressing frivolous and vexatious actions that impose unnecessary burden on taxpayers be received as information.

  That Council provide further directions to staff, if/as deemed appropriate.

13.

By-Laws

• Recommendation:

  That By-Laws 2026-33 to 2026-39 consecutively be read a first, second and third time and finally passed in Open Council. 

13.1

By-Law 2026-33 - Being a by-law to Establish Tax Policies and Tax Rates for the 2026 Taxation Year.

13.2

By-Law 2026-34 - Being a by-law to amend the assessment schedules based on actual costs incurred for constructing various drains. 

13.3

By-Law 2026-35 - Being a by-law to amend the assessment schedules based on actual costs incurred for constructing various drains. 

13.4

By-Law 2026-36 - Being a by-law to Amend Zoning By-law 1-Z-2014, as amended, for property described as PORT DOVER PLAN 207 RWY PT LOT 19 IRREG PLAN 37R 213

13.5

By-Law 2026-37 - Being a by-law to amend the amended Consolidated Traffic Control by-law 2024-114, being a by-law to regulate traffic on highways under jurisdiction of The Corporation of Norfolk County 

13.6

By-Law 2026-38 - Being a by-law to Amend the Norfolk County Consolidated Rate of Speed By-law 2024-99, being a by-law to Prescribe A Lower or Higher Rate Of Speed For Motor Vehicles On Certain Highways Under The Jurisdiction Of The Corporation of Norfolk

13.7

By-Law 2026-39 - Being a by-law to provide rules governing the order and proceedings of the council and committees of the council of the Corporation of Norfolk County

14.

Motions

Item 14.1 requires a 2/3 majority vote to be considered. 

14.1

Motion to Reconsider - 45 Peel Street, Simcoe Heritage Status (Councillor Huffman)

Whereas Council previously passed a resolution to remove the heritage designation from the property municipally known as 45 Peel Street, Simcoe, being a property designated under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. O.18; and

Whereas the heritage designation was originally enacted by municipal by-law pursuant to section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act; and

Whereas Council is empowered under the Ontario Heritage Act to repeal a designating by-law, either on its own initiative or upon application by the owner, subject to the statutory requirements set out in the Act; and

Whereas Council has authority under its Procedural By-law to reconsider a decision of Council, provided the procedural requirements for reconsideration are met;

Now therefore be it resolved that the decision of Council respecting the removal of the heritage designation for 45 Peel Street, Simcoe, adopted on March 26, 2026, be reconsidered; and

Be it further resolved that, upon reconsideration, Council re‑examine the decision having regard to the cultural heritage value or interest of the property, the intent of the Ontario Heritage Act, and any additional information or considerations deemed relevant by Council; and

Be it further resolved that staff be directed to take any necessary steps arising from Council’s reconsidered decision, in accordance with the Ontario Heritage Act.

15.

Notices of Motion

16.

Other Business

17.

General Announcements

18.

Closed Session

18.1

Upcoming Union Negotiations - OPSEU Local 279

Pursuant to Section 239 (2) of the Municipal Act, 2001 as a amended, as the subject matter pertains to:

(d) labour relations or employee negotiations;

18.2

Upcoming Union Negotiations - SEIU Local 1 Canada and UPCW Local 175

Pursuant to Section 239 (2) of the Municipal Act, 2001 as a amended, as the subject matter pertains to:

(d) labour relations or employee negotiations;

19.

Confirming By-Law

• Recommendation:

  That By-Law 2026-40 being a By-law to confirm the proceedings of the Council of Norfolk County at this Regular Council Meeting held on the 28th day of April 2026, be read a first, second and third time and finally passed in Open Council.

19.1

By-law 2026-40 - Being a by-law to Confirm the Proceedings of the Council of Norfolk County at this Regular Council Meeting Held on the 28th Day of April, 2026.

20.

Adjournment

• Recommendation:

  That Council be adjourned at X:XX pm.