The Council discussed and received various reports, including those regarding the Governance Review Scope and Framework Task Force, advisory committee mandates, and a quarterly community services activity report. Key actions included the approval of an Official Plan Amendment for the Town of Mono, authorization for supplemental services regarding County Official Plan Amendment No. 5, approval of 2027 market rent increases for County-owned housing, and the acceptance of 2025 audited financial statements. The Council also addressed procurement reports, paramedic service updates, and capital equipment purchases, as well as passing resolutions regarding infrastructure funding advocacy and local planning authority.
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The council conducted a Municipal Program Review and received a related report and presentation from the Chief Administrative Officer. The council approved the implementation timelines, recommendations, and incorporating lessons learned from the review into future planning and initiatives. The meeting also included a farewell recognition for the Director of People and Equity and the enactment of a confirmatory by-law.
Jul 9, 2026·Board meeting
Dufferin County Council Council Minutes
The Council discussed amendments to the Clean Water Act regarding source protection plans and assessment reports and approved the advancement of the Edelbrock Centre Health and Human Services Hub construction. Other key topics included the Long Term Waste Management Strategy update, Official Plan Amendment No. 5, Bill 119 regarding the Protecting Ontario's Streets and Communities Act, the Community Safety and Well-Being Plan 2025, and the Dufferin Oaks rooftop replacement tender. Additionally, the Council addressed the Canada-Ontario Community Housing Initiative and Ontario Priorities Housing Initiative funding, the Homelessness Prevention Program, shelter operations standards, the Annual Asset Management Progress Report, and a request to designate Orangeville as a Justice Centre. A decision was also made to establish a task force to conduct a comprehensive governance review.
Jun 25, 2026·Board meeting
Dufferin County Council Special Meeting Minutes
The Council conducted a comprehensive Municipal Program Review, discussing and deciding on various programs and services. Key outcomes included the approval of phased paperless accounts payable, the implementation of AI-supported processes for building services, and adjustments to garbage bag tag fees. Several programs were maintained at current service levels, including the HRIS implementation, roadside guiderail repairs, and waste services outreach programs. Other decisions involved outsourcing housing unit turnover, transitioning crack sealing to an in-house model, and eliminating the Collections Condo Garbage Rebate Program. The Council also addressed scholarship administration, facilities procurement strategies, and the Nuisance Beaver Program, with several items deferred to an upcoming workshop.
