Regular Meeting

BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council adopt the minutes of the Special Public and Regular meeting of Council held Wednesday, March 11, 2026, as circulated.

BE IT RESOLVED THAT By-law #26-19 being a By-law of the Corporation of the Municipality of Huron Shores to amend the Comprehensive Zoning By-law #26-10 to repeal and replace Section 3.20 regarding the "Height or Building Height" was passed in open Council this 8th day of April, 2026; AND THAT all other provisions of By-law 26-10, as amended, shall continue to apply.

BE IT RESOLVED THAT By-law #26-20 being a by-law of the Corporation of the Municipality of Huron Shores to Execute a Transfer Payment Agreement with his Majesty the King in Right of Ontario as presented by the Minister of Emergency Preparedness and Response for funding under the Community Emergency Preparedness Grant to purchase road barricades, solar-powered warning lights, a towable generator, a radar speed monitor/traffic counter, and emergency-preparedness material was passed in open Council this 8th day of April, 2026.

BE IT RESOLVED THAT By-law #26-21 being a by-law of the Corporation of the Municipality of Huron Shores to Delegate Authority to the Chief Administrative Officer/Clerk during the Election Period in the event that Council is subject to the restricted acts as set out in Section 265 of the Municipal Act, 2001, was passed in open Council this 8th day of April, 2026.

WHEREAS By-law 22-76 regulates the keeping and control of animals within the Municipality; AND WHEREAS Council recognizes the need to provide flexibility to support animal sheltering and fostering in appropriate circumstances; AND WHEREAS it is desirable to authorize the By-law Enforcement Officer to grant approvals on a case-by-case basis, subject to conditions; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT By-law 26-22 being a By-law of the Corporation of the Municipality of Huron Shores to amend By-law 22-76, being the Animal Control By-law to repeal and replace Section 4.7.1(f) was passed in open Council this 8 th day of April, 2026; AND THAT all other provisions of By-law 22-76 shall continue to apply.

BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council receives the Minutes of the following municipal committee: Environmental Advisory Committee - December 9, 2025 and January 22, 2026

BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council, as per the recommendation of the Public Services Committee, authorizes the CAO/Clerk to submit an application for funding under the Royal Canadian Legion, Ontario Provincial Command Branches and Ladies’ Auxiliaries Charitable Foundation, as requested by the Fire Chief, for a rescue basket stretcher and associated equipment for Station 2 – Iron Bridge.

BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council, as per the recommendation of the Public Services Committee, authorizes staff to submit an application to the Enhancing Access to Spaces for Everyone (EASE) Grant Program for accessibility upgrades to Beharriel Park to enhance the quality of life for people with disabilities and older adults; AND THAT Council approves the quote from Watts Accessibility Consulting, dated March 25, 2026, in the amount of $4,687.20 plus HST, for the completion of an accessibility audit in support of the application; AND THAT the associated costs be funded from the Working Reserve.

BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council approve the updated “ Flood Emergency Management Plan – Annex H(a) ” to the Municipality’s Emergency Response Plan, as amended; AND THAT Council authorize the CAO/Clerk to engage with neighbouring municipalities and external agencies to negotiate and enter into agreements, as necessary, to support emergency management preparedness, response, and recovery activities, in accordance with the Municipality’s Emergency Response Plan and applicable legislation.

BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council accepts with regret the resignation of David Membury from the Huron Shores Fire Department, Station 1, effective April 8, 2026. AND THAT Council express its sincere appreciation and gratitude for his dedicated service and commitment to the community over the years.

WHEREAS the Fire Department’s 2004 pumper truck has exceeded 20 years of service and is approaching the end of its recommended lifecycle, with increasing challenges in sourcing replacement parts; AND WHEREAS Council recognizes the operational need to prioritize replacement of critical frontline fire apparatus; AND WHEREAS Council has previously approved funding in the 2026 budget for the replacement of ESU 2, which can be

BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council directs staff to submit a delegation request to the Federation of Northern Ontario Municipalities (FONOM) for the 2026 Conference, being held on May 11–13, 2026, to discuss the impacts of unorganized townships on Northern Ontario municipalities, and any other Ministry related concerns.

BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Municipality of Huron Shores supports the resolution of the Town of Saugeen Shores endorsing the Architectural Conservancy of Ontario (ACO) proposal to include $10 million per year in the 2026 Provincial Budget for the Heritage Helping Housing (HHH) grant program; AND THAT a copy of this resolution be forwarded to the Premier of Ontario, the Minister of Finance, the Minister of Citizenship and Multiculturalism, the local MPP, and all Ontario municipalities.

BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Municipality of Huron Shores supports the request of the Town of Northeastern Manitoulin and the Islands that the Ministry of the Environment reconsider the use of lighter-grade oils for chip-and-tar surface treatment, or develop a suitable alternative, in recognition of the reduced durability and increased maintenance costs experienced by municipalities; AND THAT a copy of this resolution be forwarded to the Ministry of the Environment, the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO), the Federation of Northern Ontario Municipalities (FONOM), Good Roads, the local MPP, and all Ontario municipalities for their awareness and support.

BE IT RESOLVED THAT By-law #26-23, being a by-law of the Corporation of the Municipality of Huron Shores to Adopt the Minutes of the Special Public and Regular Council Meeting held Wednesday, April 8, 2026, authorizing the taking of any action authorized therein and thereby, was passed in open Council this 8th day of April, 2026.

BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council does adjourn at 7:54 p.m.

BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council receives the Minutes of the following joint boards on which the Municipality has representation:  Algoma District Services Administration Board - January 8, 2026

BE IT RESOLVED THAT, as per the recommendation of the Recreation Committee, Council authorize the organization of an ATV Fun Run at the Little Rapids Community Hall and Gazebo in 2026; AND THAT Council approve an unbudgeted expenditure in the amount of $2,500.00, to be funded from Ward 1 Recreation Reserve; AND THAT the Recreation Committee provide a post-event financial report to Council outlining revenues, expenditures, and net proceeds.