David Twiddy

The council convened to discuss and authorize the contract for municipal land use planning services under RFP 2026-04, ultimately awarding the agreement to the Boulevard Group. The discussion included the anticipated benefits of the new contract, specifically regarding the planner's involvement in pre-consultation processes and site visits. Furthermore, the council entered a closed session to receive updates from the Personnel and Finance Committee concerning the Ward 1 Handy Person position and to address a request under the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

The council meeting was convened to review applications for the vacant Ward 1 counselor position. The proceedings included opportunities for applicants to address the council and participate in a question-and-answer session. The council discussed the procedure for filling the vacancy by appointment and conducted a voting process to select the new counselor.

The council convened a closed session to receive an update regarding litigation affecting the municipality. In the open portion of the meeting, the council formally declared the head of council seat vacant following the passing of the Reeve. Additionally, the council approved a confirming bylaw to finalize the meeting proceedings.

The council held a special meeting which included a closed session to receive updates regarding litigation or potential litigation affecting the municipality. Upon reconvening in an open session, the council formally adopted the recommendations arising from the closed meeting and proceeded with the three readings of a confirming bylaw.

The council discussed the request for municipal concurrence regarding a proposed Rogers communication tower at 156 Sheldrick Lake Road. Staff provided an overview of the site selection process, noting previous locations considered and the project's importance for local connectivity. Members of the public and council raised concerns regarding the use of a private road for construction access, potential visual impacts, and the tower's height. The proponent addressed queries about construction logistics, maintenance requirements, and tower specifications, and staff recommended granting the municipal concurrence.