Regular Meeting

BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council adopt the minutes of the Special Public and Regular meeting of Council held Wednesday, April 8, 2026 and Special Meeting of Council held Wednesday, April 16, 2026, as circulated.

WHEREAS Consent Application File No. 2026-C-02 proposes the severance of a 5.56 ha parcel from lands legally described as DAY CON 3 LOT 7 SPT PCL 331; PCL 367 ALG, to be conveyed to the property municipally known as 1413 Basswood Lake Road, resulting in a retained parcel of approximately 24.2 ha and an enlarged benefiting parcel of approximately 6.11 ha, in the Municipality of Huron Shores; AND WHEREAS Planning Consultant Peter Tonazzo, by Planning Report dated May 5, 2026, recommends approval of the application; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT, under the provisions of Section 53 of the Planning Act, Council grants provisional consent to File No. 2026-C-02, subject to the standard conditions of consent and the following additional conditions: 1. That prior to final consent approval, a 20m Basswood Lake Road right-of-way be deeded to the Municipality, at no cost to the Municipality. The extent of the right of way shall include the full frontages of both subject properties

WHEREAS an application for a Certificate of Validation has been received for properties identified as PIN: 31438-0130 (R), and PIN: 31438-0255 (R); AND WHEREAS Planning Consultant Peter Tonazzo, by Planning Report dated May 5, 2026, recommends approval of the application; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council approve the issuance of a Validation Certificate pursuant to Section 57 of the Planning Act, to validate a prior conveyance affecting lands legally described as PT LT 4 CON 2 GLADSTONE AS IN T17788 & PT 9 & 10 1R5147; HURON SHORES, and PT LT 4 CON 2 GLADSTONE AS IN T366260; HURON SHORES.

BE IT RESOLVED THAT By-law #26-24, being a by-law of the Corporation of the Municipality of Huron Shores, to execute a Seasonal Waste Disposal Site Key Holder Agreement with:  Clear Lake Camp  Brownlee Lake Campground  McAlpine Beach Campground to allow after-hours access to the Municipal Waste Disposal Site, was passed in open Council this 13th day of May, 2026.

WHEREAS By-law #24-54 establishes policies and procedures for the sale and disposition of municipally owned lands; AND WHEREAS staff have identified the need to provide greater flexibility in the disposal of surplus lands; AND WHEREAS Council wishes to support opportunities related to community development, economic development, housing initiatives, and local business growth; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT By-law 2026-25, being a By-law of the Corporation of the Municipality of Huron Shores to amend By-law #24-54, being the Real Property Disposal By-law, is passed in open Council this 13th day of May, 2026; AND THAT all other provisions of By-law #24-54 remain in place.

BE IT RESOLVED THAT By-law #26-26, being a by-law to appoint a Chief Building Official and to authorize participation in the Central Algoma Building Services Intermunicipal Agreement, be hereby passed in Open Council this 13th day of May, 2026; AND THAT the Clerk is hereby authorized to execute the Central Algoma Building Services (CABS) Intermunicipal Agreement; AND THAT by-law #17-34 be hereby repealed.

BE IT RESOLVED THAT By-law #26-28, being a by-law of the Corporation of the Municipality of Huron Shores, to execute a Year Round Waste Disposal Site Key Holder Agreement with:  Rudy’s Creek Excavation, Dump Trailer & Hauling Services to allow after-hours access to the Municipal Waste Disposal Site, was passed in open Council this 13th day of May, 2026.

BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council receives the Minutes of the following municipal committee:  Huron Shores Public Library Board - February 3, 2026  Public Services Committee - April 7, 2026  Environmental Advisory Committee - March 10, 2026  Iron Bridge Historical Museum Committee - January 22, 2026  Huron Shores Recreation Committee - April 7, 2026  Community Development Advisory Committee - February 12 and March 5, 2026

BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council receives the Minutes of the following joint boards on which the Municipality has representation:  Algoma Public Heath Board of Health - February 25, 2026  Algoma District Services Administration Board - February 12, 2026

WHEREAS charitable and community fundraising events are held at municipal facilities and/or involve municipal committees, volunteers, and community organizations; AND WHEREAS Council recognizes the need to establish clear, consistent guidelines respecting the roles, responsibilities, and financial handling of such events; AND WHEREAS a formal policy would support transparency, accountability, and compliance with applicable requirements, including financial controls, insurance, safety, and administrative practices; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council direct staff to develop a Charitable Events Policy for consideration; AND THAT the policy establish a framework to clearly distinguish between municipally-led events and community-led fundraising initiatives; AND THAT the policy include two options for the delivery of such events: 1. A municipal model, where events are conducted under the municipal umbrella with funds managed through municipal processes; and 2. An independent community model, where events are organized outside of municipal financial processes with appropriate separation of roles and responsibilities; AND THAT the policy outline appropriate procedures, roles, and expectations for each model, including financial handling, accountability, and reporting requirements; AND THAT staff report back to Council with the proposed policy for consideration.

BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council receive the Integrity Commissioner’s 2025 Annual Report for information.

BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council approve the purchase and installation of upgraded paging and dispatch communication equipment for the Huron Shores Fire Department from Quattra Communications in the amount of $2,850.00 plus applicable taxes, together with the ongoing monthly tower rental and utility costs of $75.00 per month; AND THAT funding for the unbudgeted capital cost be allocated equally among the Fire Department Communication accounts.

BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council approve the 2025 Consolidated Financial Statements and Trust Fund Financial Statements as presented by Stefanizzi Professional Corporation, May 13, 2026.

BE IT RESOLVED THAT, as per the recommendation of the Public Services Committee, Council directs staff to undertake preliminary site preparation, including tree marking and selective clearing, at the Little Rapids Natural Playground site in 2026, as an initial step toward advancing the project; AND THAT such work be completed within existing operational capacity, subject to staff availability.

WHEREAS two bids for the gravel tender were received to fulfill the requirements of the 2026 Gravel Contract being comprised of the following: 1. To supply, haul and place 3,000 cu. yds. of 5/8” Type “M” Gravel on various roads in Ward 1. 2. To supply, haul and place 3,000 cu. yds. of 5/8” Type “M” Gravel on various roads in Ward 2. 3. To supply, haul and place 2,000 cu. yds. of 5/8” Type “M” Gravel on various roads in Ward 4. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT, as recommended by the Public Services Committee, Council awards the 2026 Gravel Tender to Gilbertson Enterprises Limited in the amount of $211,040 plus applicable HST, noting that the gravel cost is over budget by ~1% and is expected to be offset by savings in the Roads Summer Maintenance - Gravel Patch.

BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council accept the tender submitted by Leroy Construction in the amount of $875,302.12 plus applicable taxes for the replacement of Culverts #20 and #21 under the Municipality’s Municipal Housing Infrastructure Program – Health and Safety Water Stream (MHIP-HSWS) funding project; AND THAT Council authorize the CAO/Clerk to execute any required agreements and documentation related thereto; AND THAT staff be authorized to work with the Ministry regarding any required project scope amendments or funding-related adjustments arising during the progression of the project, with any material changes to be reported back to Council.

BE IT RESOLVED THAT, as per the recommendation of the Public Services Committee, Council authorize a Roadside Safety Audit and associated topographic survey for the portion of Chevis Road adjacent to the Mississaugi River, extending approximately 1.6 kilometres westerly from the Dean Lake Road Bridge; AND THAT the audit include a review of existing roadside conditions against the Ministry of Transportation’s Roadside Safety Manual, 2023; AND THAT the total cost of the work, being $6,850 plus applicable HST, be funded from the Public Works budget or applicable reserves as determined appropriate by the Treasurer.

BE IT RESOLVED THAT, as per the recommendation of the Public Services Committee, Council directs the Fire Chief to establish a maintenance tracking and reporting system for all Fire Department fleet vehicles, including tracking of maintenance activities and hours/kilometers of use; AND THAT the Fire Chief report quarterly to Council.

BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council adopt a formal compensation administration framework for the CAO/Clerk position; AND THAT annual cost-of-living adjustments approved by Council for the Municipality’s staff compensation structure be applied within the framework, as applicable; AND THAT any progression within the framework remain subject to Council’s performance evaluation process and direction; AND THAT specific compensation matters related to the framework, including placement within the framework, be considered in Closed Session, as appropriate, pursuant to Section 239(2)(b) of the Municipal Act, 2001, as amended.

WHEREAS Council, by resolution 26-08-13, approved the deferral of the ESU 2 replacement vehicle to prioritize the acquisition of a pumper tanker and authorized the Fire Chief to issue a tender for the supply of a 2025, or newer, pumper tanker; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council accept the tender submitted by Commercial Truck Equipment Corporation for the supply of one (1) Pumper Apparatus Fire Truck in the amount of $659,000 plus applicable taxes, in accordance with the Municipality’s Request for Tender – Pumper Apparatus Fire Truck; AND THAT the purchase be funded in accordance with the Municipality’s equipment financing practice, with 50% funded through reserves and 50% funded through financing; AND THAT Council authorize the Mayor and CAO/Clerk to execute any required agreements or documentation related thereto.

BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council directs staff to proceed with the re-advertisement of the remaining surplus lands from the August 2025 tender process, for sale by best offer, in accordance with the Municipality’s Real Property Disposal By-law #24-54, as amended; AND THAT offers received be presented to Council for consideration at a future meeting.

BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Council of the Municipality of Huron Shores supports, in principle, the Crown Land Use Permit application submitted by Luke Vine related to Crown Land parcel G-1893, Lot 1, Concession 4, geographic Township of Kirkwood; AND THAT a certified copy of this resolution and a letter of support, signed by Mayor Armstrong, be provided to the applicant for inclusion with the provincial Crown Land Use Permit application.

BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council proceed in Closed Session at 8:57 p.m. pursuant to Sections 239(2)(b), (c), (d), and (k) of the Municipal Act, 2001, as amended, for the purpose of:  discussing personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal employees;  discussing labour relations or employee negotiations;  discussing a proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the Municipality; and  discussing a position, plan, procedure, criteria, or instruction to be applied to negotiations related to the proposed disposition and development of surplus municipal lands and the proposed transfer of municipal property.

BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council does return to open session at 9:32 p.m.

BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council approve the Agreement of Purchase and Sale, Option to Purchase Agreement, and related development agreements between the Corporation of the Municipality of Huron Shores and Northern Heritage Group Ltd. respecting surplus municipal lands located on High Street, Iron Bridge; AND THAT By-law 2026-27, being a By-law to Authorize the Execution of Agreements Between the Corporation of the Municipality of Huron Shores and Northern Heritage Group Ltd. for the Sale and Development of Surplus Municipal Lands on High Street, Iron Bridge, be passed in Open Council this 13 th day of May, 2026.

BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council authorize implementation of the CAO/Clerk Compensation Administration Framework in accordance with Council’s direction provided in Closed Session.

BE IT RESOLVED THAT By-law #26-29, 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, May 13, 2026, authorizing the taking of any action authorized therein and thereby, was passed in open Council this 13th day of May, 2026.

BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council does adjourn at 9:35 p.m.