Council of the Town of Gananoque Regular Council Meeting
The council meeting covered several key agenda items, including a closed session regarding personal matters and a temporary staffing extension. Presentations were received regarding the 2025 audited financial statements from KPMG and a business case for a transit study working group, which includes proposed public transit connections between Gananoque and Kingston. The council authorized a declaration against religious violence, supported a request for permanent Ontario Community Infrastructure Fund funding, approved budget deviations for the Tourism Advisory Panel, and considered grant applications for recreational infrastructure. Additionally, the council reviewed quarterly library reports, supported the "Gananoque After Dark" proposal, and addressed various municipal administrative and staffing matters.
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Council of the Town of Gananoque Regular Council Meeting Minutes
The council meeting addressed several significant items, including presentations from the Eastern Workforce Innovation Board and the Elmwood Subdivision Group. Key actions included the approval of a draft plan of subdivision and a development permit for the Elmwood Drive project, with conditions relating to floodplain setbacks, archaeological assessments, and parkland dedication. The council also authorized long-term borrowing debentures for infrastructure projects, approved the joint compliance audit committee terms and appointments, and adopted the 2026 Business Improvement Area budget. Additionally, the council directed staff to investigate the feasibility of rideshare services and extended the curfew for the meeting.
Sep 16, 2026·Board meeting agenda packet
Town of Gananoque Council Regular Council Meeting Agenda
The agenda focuses on delegations from the Eastern Workforce Innovation Board regarding community resources and the Elmwood Subdivision Group concerning a proposed development. Council will review a development proposal for Elmwood Drive, which includes subdivision plans and a class III development permit. Additionally, the meeting will address unfinished business regarding a provincial e-scooter pilot program and development permit applications for the Elmwood Drive project, which have faced community opposition as detailed in the attached petitions.
Sep 2, 2026·Board meeting
Town of Gananoque Council Regular Council Meeting
The council held a closed session regarding legal advice and land acquisition. Significant agenda items included the postponement of a report on council benefits, acceptance of revenue and project updates regarding municipal taxes, the East End Pumping Station, and water and wastewater management. The council approved funding for equipment for a new fire aerial truck and discussed, but ultimately defeated, proposals regarding the installation of garbage receptacles at vehicle charging stations and the implementation of public audio/video recordings for future council meetings. Additionally, a request to host a memorial display on town hall grounds was supported.
