Council Recap Newsletter – July 2026
Township of Alnwick/Haldimand Council Meeting Update Newsletter – July 2026
July 14, 2026 – Regular Council Meeting:
Council considered a notice of motion submitted by Councillor Mike Ainsworth regarding Township Town Crier Support. Council voted to financially support the Township Town Crier in the amount of $2,260 for the Crying World Championship.
Council received a report regarding a Development Agreement for Leach Road. Council authorized the execution of a development agreement with J. Drobac and V. Oakman-Drobac on Leach Road.
Council received a report regarding the Grafton Drinking Water System Monitoring Well MWd Replacement. Council approved up to $75,000 for the project to be drawn from the Township’s remaining 2025 Ontario Community Infrastructure Fund (OCIF) allocation. Staff will report back to Council to provide an update on the vendor selection.
Council deferred the consideration of Council Remuneration to a future meeting.
July 28, 2026 – Municipal Planning / Regular Council Meeting
Council passed a by-law for a Zoning By-law amendment for 259 Cherry Hill Road (Z-05-2025).
Council passed a by-law for a Zoning By-law amendment for 0 Bull Road (Z-06-2026).
Council passed a by-law for a Zoning By-law amendment for Part of Lot 17 Concession 3, Geographic Alnwick (Z-07-2026).
Council passed a by-law for a General Zoning By-law amendment to amend the definition of farm produce outlet, amend requirements for accessory buildings and permit shipping containers on Rural Residential properties.
Council authorized a Development Agreement with the Estate of Graham Stratford for 285 Cherry Hill Road.
Council authorized an agreement with Jp2g Consultants Inc. for Municipal Engineering Services.
Council received a presentation from the Lower Trent Conservation Authority regarding the 2027 draft budget.
Council received a delegation from Rebecca Dickey regarding modernizing backyard hen rules. Council referred the delegation to staff for a report back to Council.
Council received the following reports for information:
o Building Department – Q2 and Mid-Year Activity Report;
o Parks, Recreation and Facilities Q1 and Q2 Report 2026;
o Haldimand Community Memorial Arena Ice Pad Replacement Update;
o Parks and Recreation Emergency Capital Expense Trailer;
o Fire Department Annual Report;
o Q1 and Q2 Financial Reporting;
o Council Meeting Schedule – August 2026;
o Restricted Acts During an Election; and
o Council Resolution Tracking Update – 2026 Q2.
Council received a report regarding a position change for the Municipal Caretaker to Parks, Recreation and Facilities Labourer. Council approved the position change with the new Parks, Recreation and Facilities Labourer remaining at 21 hours per week.
Council received a report regarding Grafton Community Centre – Sewer Backup Insurance Claim and Repair Update. Council authorized $10,000 to be withdrawn from the General Government – Working Capital reserve to pay the insurance deductible for the flood claim.
Council directed the Treasurer to provide a report to Council on the Nawautin property sale and reserves.
Council received a report regarding Finance ERP System Update. Council approved the Township’s participation in a joint procurement with Northumberland County and all its member municipalities for a new, modern integrated financial system.
Council received reports regarding RFP awards for a Grafton Municipal Office Needs Assessment and Alnwick Haldimand Community Centers Needs Assessment and Facility Reviews. Council awarded the Grafton Municipal Office Needs Assessment to Q Engineering for the sum of $33,000 plus HST. Council awarded the Alnwick Haldimand Community Centers Needs Assessments and Facility Reviews to Q Engineering for the sum of $46,110 plus HST.
Council passed a by-law to appoint an acting Deputy Clerk.
Council supported the following correspondence:
o Correspondence received from the British Home Children Advocacy and Research Association regarding Beacons of Light British Home Children and Child Migrants;
o Correspondence received from Tay Valley Township regarding Reinstating the Requirement for Compliance with the FOI and Protection of Privacy Act;
o Correspondence received from the Town of Caledon regarding Provincial Support to Combat Tick Borne Diseases; and
o Correspondence received from CN regarding Rail Safety Week Proclamation Request.
Upcoming Council Meetings
September 8, 2026 – Regular Council Meeting
September 15, 2026 – Committee of the Whole Meeting
September 22, 2026 – Municipal Planning / Regular Council Meeting
To register to speak as a delegate at an upcoming Council meeting please complete a Request for Delegation Form and email it to clerks@ahtwp.ca at least twelve (12) days prior to a Committee of the Whole date.
Visit the Council Portal at alnwickhaldimand.civicweb.net/Portal/ for meeting times, locations, agendas and minutes.
2026 Municipal Elections
Residents have until August 12, 2026, to confirm, update or add their voter registration information. To ensure you’re ready to vote visit RegisterToVoteON.ca to verify that your information is accurate and up to date.
Residents interested in running for Township Council have until August 21, 2026, to file their nomination papers. To submit your nomination please call 905-349-2822 ext. 32 to schedule an appointment with the Clerk’s Department.
If you are thinking about running for Council, please consult the Association of Municipalities of Ontario workshop outlining what it means to be and what is involved with being a Councillor and whether elected office is right for you:
AMO’s Healthy Democracy Leaders Series: Stronger Leaders, Stronger Communities | AMO
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