Body: Council Type: Document Meeting: Regular Date: January 26, 2026 Collection: Documents Municipality: Central Frontenac
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The Corporation of the Township of Central Frontenac Regular Meeting Of Council Agenda Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 6:00 PM Council Chambers, 14216 Road 38, Sharbot Lake, ON
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Call to Order
Land Acknowledgement We would like to begin by acknowledging that the land on which we gather is the traditional and unceded territory of the Algonquin nation.
National Anthem Please stand for the National Anthem
Approval of the Agenda THAT the agenda for the regular meeting of Council to be held January 13, 2026, be approved as presented [amended].
Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest
Approval of the Minutes
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Regular Meeting of Council - Dec 09 2025 - Minutes- Draft.docx
THAT the minutes from the regular meeting of Council held on December 9, 2025, be approved as presented [amended]. 7.
Mayors Remarks
Delegations a.
Alto High Speed Rail Alexis Doyle, Manager Of Community Relations THAT Council receive the Presentation from Alexis Doyle regarding Alto High Speed Rail, for information.
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b.
North Frontenac Little Theatre Art Holloway and Angela Cowdy THAT Council receive the Presentation from Art Holloway and Angela Cowdy regarding North Frontenac Little Theatre Company, for information.
Public Meeting
Consent Agenda a.
Correspondence received for January 13, 2025
- December 4, 2025 – City of Toronto regarding Swim to Survive Program and Inclusion in the Ontario Curriculum.
- December 9, 2025 – Town of Ingersoll regarding Conservation Authorities and Bill 68.
- December 9, 2025 – Municipal Engineers Association regarding Appointment of New Board of Directors.
- December 12, 2025 – Town of Smiths Falls regarding Ontario Community Infrastructure Fund (OCIF).
- December 12, 2025 – Government of Canada, News Release regarding Alto High-Speed Rail – Starting Point Announcement.
- December 12, 2025 – Eastern Ontario Wardens’ Caucus regarding December 2025 Newsletter.
- December 14, 2025 – City of Peterborough regarding Elect Respect Campaign.
- December 14, 2025 – City of Welland regarding Standing Together for Justice and the Protection of Canada’s Children.
- December 15, 2025 – City of Hamilton regarding Drowning Prevention and Swim Safety in Ontario.
- December 17, 2025 – County of Oxford regarding Bill 68 and Proposed Consolidation of Conservation Authorities.
- December 18, 2025 – Township of Perry regarding Removal of HST on New Home Purchases.
- December 18, 2025 – Municipality of Chatham-Kent regarding Bill 68 and Amalgamation of Conservation Authorities.
- December 19, 2025 – Township of Amaranth regarding Page 2 of 103
Bill 68 and Amalgamation of Conservation Authorities. 14. December 19, 2025 – Kawartha Conservation regarding Bill 68 and Amalgamation of Conservation Authorities. 15. December 22, 2025 – Township of Huron Shores regarding Rent Protection for Tenants. 16. December 22, 2025 – Township of Huron Shores regarding Improvements to Highways 17 and 11. 17. December 24, 2025 – Town of Cobourg regarding “Elbows Up” for Climate Action Letter. 18. December 24, 2025 – Township of Machar regarding Bill 68 and Amalgamation of Conservation Authorities. 19. December 29, 2025 – Town of Cobourg regarding Bill 68 and Amalgamation of Conservation Authorities. 20. January 5, 2026 – Alto High-Speed Rail regarding Public Consultation Letter. 21. January 5, 2026 – Alto High-Speed Rail regarding Project Announcement. 22. January 5, 2026 – Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) regarding Submission on Proposed Consolidation of Conservation Authorities. 23. January 5, 2026 – Kathleen Dussome regarding Transportation Needs in Central Frontenac. 24. January 5, 2026 – Village of Mallorytown regarding Closure of Satellite Offices – Southwest Public Health. b.
EORN ( Eastern Ontario Regional Network) Update
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November 2025.docx
c.
Sharbot Lake Farmers Market - November 23, 2025 - Minutes
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SLFM Meeting November 23 2025.docx
THAT Council receive items a) to c) for information, as they are considered routine items. 11.
Deferred Items
Staff Reports/Departmental Updates a.
Report No. 1-2026 Development Services Activity Report
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1-2026 - DS Building Activity December 2025 -A.docx Page 3 of 103
THAT Council receive the Construction Detail (Activity) Report for December 2025, for information. b.
Report No. 2-2026 Development Services Building Fees Report
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2-2026 -DS -Building Fees 2026 -A.docx
WHEREAS By-law 2014-27 requires that the fees set out in Schedule “C” shall be adjusted annually and effective the 1st of February based upon the 3rd quarter Bank of Canada Total CPI (https://www.bankofcanada.ca/rates/price-indexes/cip/). NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that Council approve a 2.0% increase to building permit fees effective February 1, 2026, in accordance with Section 7.4 of By-law 2014-27 (as amended) which links annual fee updates to the Bank of Canada Total CPI (Q3); AND THAT the Chief Building Official be directed to update Schedule “C” accordingly. c.
Report No. 3-2026 Public Works Activity Report
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3-2026 - Public Works Activity Report -A.docx
THAT Council receive the Public Works Activity Report as presented by the Public Works Manager, for information. d.
Report No. 4-2026 Public Works Capital Projects Status Report
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4-2026 - Public Works Capital Project Status Report -A.docx
THAT Council receive the Public Works Capital Project Status Report as presented by the Public Works Manager, for information. e.
Report No. 5-2026 Public Works Response to Inquiries from December 9, 2025
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5-2026 - Public Works - Response to Inquiries -A.docx
THAT Council receive the Public Works Response to Inquiries report as presented by the Public Works Manager, for Page 4 of 103
information. f.
Report No. 6-2026 Public Works Final Parking By-Law
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6-2026 - Public Works Final Parking Bylaw -A.docx Final Draft Parking Regulations- September 2025 JL CSWAN(121569967.1) Changes accepted.docx 2026-02 Amend AMPS and Designate Parking Bylaw.docx Map 1 - Crow Lake Boat Launch.pdf Map 2 - Long Lake Boat Launch.pdf Map 3 - Eagle Lake.pdf Map 4 - Kennebec Hall - By Permit Only.pdf Map 5 - Dickson_Gordon Cres_GREC.pdf Map 6 - Village of Sharbot Lake.pdf Map 7- Lower Elizabeth St at Cannon Rd.pdf Map 8 - Main Business Hub.pdf Map 9 - 38 to Medical Centre.pdf Map 10 - Road 38 & Elizabeth Street.pdf Map 11 - Township office(14216) & Robert Street Intersection.pdf
WHEREAS the Township has reviewed and updated its Parking By-law to modernize regulations and improve clarity; AND WHEREAS the updated Parking By-law includes provisions for an Administrative Monetary Penalty System (AMPS) in accordance with applicable legislation; AND WHEREAS public consultation has been completed and feedback has been considered as part of the update; AND WHEREAS the proposed Parking By-law has undergone a legal review to ensure compliance with provincial requirements; AND WHEREAS it is necessary to amend Schedule C of By-law 2024-43 (Administrative Monetary Penalty System) by adding Page 5 of 103
Table 3 to reflect updated parking-related penalties; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council hereby receives the updated Parking By-law as presented; AND FURTHER THAT Schedule C of By-law 2024-43 be amended by adding Table 3, as attached; AND FURTHER THAT the Parking By-law be brought forward for adoption later in this meeting. g.
Report No. 7-2026 Public Survey Results-Draft Sewage Systems Standards Bylaw
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7-2026 ADMIN Public Survey Results on the Draft Sewage System Standards By-Law- A.docx
WHEREAS Council, by resolution at its November 25, 2025, Regular Meeting, directed staff to release a public survey to gather comments on the Preliminary Draft Sewage System Standards By-law, with a closing date of December 31, 2025; AND WHEREAS the results of the public survey have been compiled and submitted to Council; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council hereby receives the public survey results regarding the Preliminary Draft Sewage System Standards By-law for information 13.
Committee/Other Reports a.
Heritage Festival Committee- Terms of Reference
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Heritage Festival Committee TOR draft REVISED .docx
THAT Council approve and adopt the Heritage Festival Committee terms of reference as presented. 14.
Communications/Correspondence for Action a.
Registered Mail dated December 31, 2025 From Ontario Infrastructure and Lands Corporation. Regarding Extension of Lease for Soldiers Memorial HallPage 6 of 103
Ontario Courts Use WHEREAS the Corporation of the Township of Central Frontenac entered into a licence agreement dated July 1, 2001, as amended (the “Licence”), with the Province of Ontario for the rental of approximately 2,274 square feet of space at Soldiers Memorial Hall, located at 1107 Garrett Street in the community of Sharbot Lake; AND WHEREAS the licensed space is located on the main floor of Soldiers Memorial Hall and has been used by the Province of Ontario under the terms of the Licence; AND WHEREAS the Licence includes an option for the Province of Ontario to extend the agreement for an additional five (5) years; AND WHEREAS the Township has received notice that the Province of Ontario is exercising its option to extend the Licence for a further five (5) years, from July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2031, under the same terms and conditions; AND WHEREAS Ontario Infrastructure and Lands Corporation, through its agent CBRE Limited, will be working with the Township to finalize the extension agreement; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that Council acknowledges and accepts the extension of the Licence for the rental of space at Soldiers Memorial Hall for the period of July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2031; AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT the Mayor and the CAO/Clerk are hereby authorized to sign the Licence extension agreement and any related documents. 15.
By-Laws/Agreements a.
2026-01 Parking By-Law
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2026-01 - Parking By-Law.docx
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Map 1 - Crow Lake Boat Launch.pdf Map 2 - Long Lake Boat Launch.pdf Map 3 - Eagle Lake.pdf Map 4 - Kennebec Hall - By Permit Only.pdf Map 5 - Dickson_Gordon Cres_GREC.pdf Map 6 - Village of Sharbot Lake.pdf Map 7- Lower Elizabeth St at Cannon Rd.pdf Map 8 - Main Business Hub.pdf Map 9 - 38 to Medical Centre.pdf Map 10 - Road 38 & Elizabeth Street.pdf Map 11 - Township office(14216) & Robert Street Intersection.pdf
THAT By-Law 2026-01, being a by-law for the establishment and enforcement of parking regulations in the Township of Central Frontenac, be read a first, second and third time and finally passed this 13th day of January 2026. b.
2026-02 By-Law to Amend Administrative Monetary Penalties (AMPS) and Designate Parking By-law
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2026-02 Amend AMPS and Designate Parking Bylaw.docx
THAT By-Law 2026-02, Being a by-law to amend the Administrative Monetary Penalties (AMPS) by-law to designate a Parking By-law, be read a first, second and third time and finally passed this 13th day of January 2026. c.
2026-03 By-Law to Appoint a Committee of Adjustment for 2026
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2026-03 By-Law -Committee of Adjustment Appointment 2026.docx
THAT By-Law 2026-03, Being a by-law to appoint a Committee of Adjustment for 2026, be read a first, second and third time and finally passed this 13th day of January 2026. 16.
Notice of Motions
Giving Notice of Motions
New/Other Business Page 8 of 103
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Closed Session
Adjournment a.
Confirming By-Law 2026-04
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2026-04 Confirming By-Law January 13, 2026.docx
THAT By-Law 2026-04 being a by-law to confirm the proceedings of the regular council meeting held January 13, 2025, be read first, second, and third time, and finally passed this 13th day of January 2026; AND FURTHER THAT this meeting be adjourned until Tuesday, January 27, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. for a regular meeting of Council, said meeting to be held in the Council Chambers located at 14216 Road 38, Sharbot Lake.
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The Corporation of the Township of Central Frontenac Regular Meeting of Council Minutes Tuesday, December 9, 2025, at 6:00 PM Soldiers Memorial Hall, 1107 Garrett St. Sharbot Lake, ON
Roll Call Members: Frances Smith, Mayor; Councillors: Susan Irwin, Dan Meeks, Nicki Gowdy, Duncan McGregor, Bill Everett, Lynn Klages, and Cindy Kelsey Regrets: Phillip Smith Staff in Attendance: Cathy MacMunn, CAO/Clerk; Jody Legue, Deputy Clerk; Abigail McKinnon, Planning Coordinator ( Virtual); Chris Nelson, Community Services Coordinator; Chris McDonough, Fire Chief ( Virtual); Andy Dillon, Chief Building Official ( Virtual); Nicole Shorts, Bylaw Enforcement; Michael McGovern, Treasurer; Jennie Kapusta, Community Planner County Of Frontenac; Steve Gould, Public Works Manager; Amanda Fellows, Public Works Technical Assistant 1.
Call to Order Mayor Smith called the meeting to order at 6:00 PM
Land Acknowledgement We would like to begin by acknowledging that the land on which we gather is the traditional and unceded territory of the Algonquin nation.
National Anthem Please stand for the National Anthem
Approval of the Agenda Moved by: Cindy Kelsey Seconded by: Susan Irwin THAT the agenda for the regular meeting of Council to be held December 9, 2025, be approved as presented. Carried Page 1 of 13
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5.
Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest None Declared
Approval of the Minutes November 25, 2025 & December 4, 2025 Moved by: Lynn Klages Seconded by: Dan Meeks THAT the minutes from the regular meeting of Council held on November 25, 2025, and the Special Meeting of Council held on December 4th, 2025, be approved as presented. Carried
Mayors Remarks a.
Mayor Smith announced that she will not veto any of the Council amendments made at the December 4, 2025 meeting and has submitted a Mayoral Decision to confirm this. As a result, the 2026 Budget is hereby adopted, incorporating Council’s amendments, with a final levy increase of 4.9%.
b.
Mayor Smith expressed her appreciation and gratitude for all the work Staff has done throughout the year, on behalf of herself and Council.
c.
Councillor Irwin echoed the Mayor’s sentiments and expressed her thanks to staff.
d.
Councillor Irwin reported that she met with Diane Lake of the Historical Society and conveyed their appreciation to Council for waiving the hall rental fees for next year’s anniversary celebration. She also suggested that Council may wish to consider using the Harvey Barber Shop—the former Public Works office—as a temporary historical museum until the building is required for Township purposes.
e.
Councillor Gowdy expressed her thanks to the Residents and Businesses in the Township for participating in the Peanut Butter and Jam Challenge to raise much-needed donations for the North Frontenac Food Bank. Page 2 of 13
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Appointment of Deputy Mayor Under By-Law 2023-53-A, the Deputy Mayor is appointed annually at the first Council meeting in December, with the role rotating through each ward over the four-year term. Following the established order— Hinchinbrooke, Oso, Olden, then Kennebec—the Kennebec Ward is next for the Deputy Mayor appointment. a.
Nomination Moved by: Nicki Gowdy Seconded by: Bill Everett THAT Cindy Kelsey be nominated for appointment of Deputy Mayor for the 2026 Council year. Carried
b.
Appointment Moved by: Nicki Gowdy Seconded by: Duncan McGregor THAT Cindy Kelsey be appointed to serve as Deputy Mayor for the 2026 Council year. Carried
Delegations a.
Cheryl Furlong & Al Reid Regarding Wilkinson Road Mayor Smith noted that Public Works will respond to all questions raised and expressed confidence in the training, expertise, and professionalism of staff. Moved by: Nicki Gowdy Seconded by: Phillip Smith THAT Council receive the presentation from Cheryl Furlong and Al Reid regarding Wilkinson Road, for information. Carried
Public Meeting None Page 3 of 13
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11.
Consent Agenda Approval of the Consent Agenda Moved by: Duncan McGregor Seconded by: Cindy Kelsey THAT Item a of the Consent Agenda be hereby received for information, as it is deemed to be routine. Carried
Deferred Items None
Staff Reports/Departmental Updates a.
227-2025 DS November Building Activity Report Moved by: Duncan McGregor Seconded by: Susan Irwin THAT Council receives the Construction Details (Building Activity) report for November 2025 for information. Carried
b.
228-2025 DS 2025 Capital Project Update Moved by: Bill Everett Seconded by: Dan Meeks THAT Council receives the Capital Projects report as presented by the Chief Building Official for information. Carried
c.
229-2025 DS Rural Ontario Development (ROD) Grant Application Moved by: Lynn Klages Seconded by: Susan Irwin WHEREAS Soldiers Memorial Hall and surrounding community would benefit from upgrades to the hall kitchen; Page 4 of 13
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AND WHEREAS The Rural Ontario Development (ROD) Grant offers up to 35% or $25,000 to fund small community infrastructure enhancements; NOW THERFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council approve the recommendation of the Chief Building Official to work with the Community Services Coordinator and apply for the ROD grant to enhance the kitchen at Soldiers Memorial Hall. Carried d.
230-2025 PW December Activity Report Moved by: Duncan McGregor Seconded by: Nicki Gowdy THAT Council receives the Public Works Activity Report as presented by the Public Works Manager for information. Carried
e.
231-2025 PW December Capital Project Report Moved by: Dan Meeks Seconded by: Susan Irwin THAT Council receive the Public Works Status Report as presented by the Public Works Manager for information. Carried
f.
232-2025 PW Business Recycling Update Moved by: Phillip Smith Seconded by: Cindy Kelsey THAT Council receives the Business Recycling Report dated December 9, 2025, as presented by the Public Works Manager for information. Carried
g.
233-2025 CFFRS December Activity Report Page 5 of 13
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Moved by: Bill Everett Seconded by: Phillip Smith THAT Council receive the Central Frontenac Fire Rescue (CFFR) Activity Report prepared by the Manager of Emergency Services/Fire Chief dated December 9, 2025. Carried h.
234-2025 FIN Accounts Payable- December 2025 Moved by: Cindy Kelsey Seconded by: Susan Irwin THAT Council receives the Accounts Payable Report (Cheque Distribution) in the amount of $559,241.24 as prepared by the Treasurer, for information. Carried
i.
235-2025 FIN December 357, 358, 359 Responses Moved by: Duncan McGregor Seconded by: Nicki Gowdy THAT Council for the Township of Central Frontenac approves the following reduction/change of Assessment pursuant to the Municipal Act. Roll Number 10-39-060-010-15810-0000 for the period of August 11, 2025, to December 31, 2025, as reported by MPAC. Reason – Demolition/ Razed by fire, demolition, or otherwise (357) (1)(d)(i) – Class changes from exempt to taxable. AND FURTHER THAT Council approves an adjustment of taxes to be calculated by the tax department for the related period. Carried
j.
236-2025 ADMIN CA Consolidation & Lunch and Learn Session November 7, 2025 MOTION 1 Page 6 of 13
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Moved by: Bill Everett Seconded by: Dan Meeks THAT Council receives for information the summary of updates regarding Conservation Authority consolidation, Source Protection amendments, floodplain mapping projects, and related provincial legislative changes presented through the Lunch and Learn session held on November 7, 2025, as prepared by the Planning Coordinator. Carried MOTION 2 Moved by: Lynn Klages Seconded by: Susan Irwin WHEREAS the Conservation Authorities Act (1946) enables municipalities to establish local conservation authorities, and when municipalities choose to form such authorities, they assume responsibility for governance and funding through the appointment of a Board of Directors and the provision of an annual levy; AND WHEREAS local municipalities established the Rideau Valley Conservation Authority in 1966, the Mississippi Valley Conservation Authority in 1968, and the Quinte Conservation Authority in 1947, and currently provide over 50% of total conservation authority funding, while the Province of Ontario provides less than 5%; AND WHEREAS municipalities have governed their respective conservation authorities for decades, tailoring programs and services to local watershed needs, maintaining accountable services standards, and ensuring fair and predictable costs for ratepayers; AND WHEREAS Bill 68 (Schedule 3) and ERO posting 025-1257 proposes to consolidate Ontario’s 36 conservation authorities into seven regional authorities and create the Ontario Provincial Conservation Agency, a Crown agency that would Page 7 of 13
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assume oversight over conservation authorities and have the ability to levy authorities to cover its costs; AND WHEREAS the Province already possesses the authority to establish overarching legislation, regulations, standards and policies across all conservation authorities through the Conservation Authorities Act and the Ministry of Environment, Conservation and Parks; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Corporation of the Township of Central Frontenac calls on the Government of Ontario to maintain local, independent, municipally governed, watershed-based conservation authorities to ensure strong local representation in decisions related to municipal levies, community-focused service delivery, and the protection and management of conservation lands; AND FURTHER THAT while the Corporation of the Township of Central Frontenac supports provincial goals for consistent permit approval processes, shared services and digital modernization, imposing a new top-down agency structure without strong local accountability and governance risks creating unnecessary cost, red tape, and bureaucracy, thereby undermining efficiency and responsiveness to local community needs; AND FURTHER THAT the Corporation of the Township of Central Frontenac supports efforts to balance expertise, capacity and program delivery across the province, and requests that the province work collaboratively with municipalities and local conservation authorities to determine the most effective level of strategic consolidation to achieve both provincial and local objectives; AND THAT a copy of this resolution be sent to the Ontario Minister of Environment, Conservation and Parks, to the local MP(s) and MPP(s), the Association of Municipalities of Ontario, the Rural Ontario Municipal Association, the local conservation authority(s), and all municipalities in Ontario. Page 8 of 13
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Carried k.
237-2025 Road Allowance Closure Request (Rostron) Moved by: Cindy Kelsey Seconded by: Nicki Gowdy THAT Council approves in principle the recommendation of the Planning Coordinator to close part of the unopened road allowance between Concession 4 & 5, Lot 20, Geographic Township of Hinchinbrooke, being part of PIN 36156-0202; AND THAT Council authorize staff to proceed to a public meeting to receive resident input on the proposed closure. Carried
l.
238-2025 ADMIN Change of Conditions Consent APPRN2024-0033 Moved by: Dan Meeks Seconded by: Phillip Smith THAT Council receives the report titled Change of Conditions of Provisional Approval for Consent Application APPN-20250033, for information; AND FURTHER THAT subject to any discussion at the December 9th, 2025, meeting, that Council approves the application for Change of Conditions for Consent Application as submitted. Carried
m.
239-2025 ADMIN Year End Activity Report Moved by: Bill Everett Seconded by: Lynn Klages THAT Council receives the 2026 Year End Activity Report as prepared by the Deputy Clerk, for information.
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Carried n.
240-2025 Holiday Hours & Office Closure Notice Moved by: Susan Irwin Seconded by: Duncan McGregor WHEREAS it has been past practice for the municipal office to be closed between Christmas and the New Year; AND WHEREAS the Municipality grants employees a half day off with pay on December 24th and December 31st, as outlined in the Employee Policy; AND WHEREAS it is proposed that the municipal office be closed from the end of the business day on December 23rd to and including January 2nd, which will require employees to use four (4) days of vacation; AND WHEREAS it has been customary for the municipal office to close during the Christmas holiday period, with some staff choosing to take vacation on December 22nd and 23rd while others remain scheduled to work; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that Council acknowledge and recognize the continued practice of closing the municipal office between Christmas and the New Year. Carried
Committee/Other Reports a.
Motion from the Central Frontenac Recreation Advisory Committee (CFRAC) For Consideration Presented by CFRAC Chair- Phillip Smith Moved by: Phillip Smith Seconded by: Bill Everett Moved by: Phillip Smith Seconded by: Bill Everett Page 10 of 13
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THAT Council accept the recommendation of the Central Frontenac Recreation Advisory Committee (CFRAC) to transfer any unspent funds from the CFRAC 2025 budget into reserves; AND FURTHER THAT these funds be designated in reserves specifically for the Central Frontenac Recreation Advisory Committee. Carried 15.
Communications/Correspondence for Action
By-Laws/Agreements a.
2025-53 Provide a 2026 Interim Tax Levy Moved by: Phillip Smith Seconded by: Duncan McGregor THAT By-Law 2025-53, being a by law to provide a 2026 interim Tax Levy, be read a first, second and third time and finally passed this 9th day of December 2025. Carried
Notice of Motions a.
Councillor Gowdy- Amend Bylaw 2024-41 (Canine Bylaw) Moved by: Nicki Gowdy Seconded by: Cindy Kelsey WHEREAS By-law No. 2024-41, being a bylaw for the licensing of dogs and prohibiting the running at large of dogs within the Township of Central Frontenac, was enacted on November 26, 2024; AND WHEREAS Council considers it desirable to amend the said by-law to update some definitions and changing sections 5.3, 9.1 & 2 and correcting a spelling error in section 10 a;
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NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT By-law No. 2024-41 be amended as follows: Section 5.3 is amended to read “Every person who owns or harbors a dog shall remove and sanitarily dispose of any excrement left by the dog anywhere on Township property and from any other property that same becomes a nuisance or sanitary hazard.” Section 9.1 is replaced with the following: “No owner of any dog shall cause or permit a dog to run at large within the limits of the Township unless the animal is a “Working dog”.” Section 9.2 is replaced with the following: “Unless a dog is on a premises with the premises owner’s permission, every dog shall be under the control of a capable person.” Section 10 a the number 3 be replaced with a number 4 to correct the number to match the verbiage. Definitions: Running at large shall mean “any animal as defined herein that is found any place other than the premises of the owner, without permission of the premises owner and is not under the control of capable person.” Definitions: Under the control of a capable person shall mean " a dog that is at all times on a leash or restraint of a maximum length of 2 meter and under care and control and capable of being physically restrained in such a manner as to prevent contact with people and other animals." Definitions: Working dog shall mean “any dog doing useful work, such as hunting, guarding livestock, herding animals or pulling wagons or sleds.” AND FURTHER THAT the Clerk be directed to prepare the necessary amending by-law for consideration at the January 13, 2026, meeting. Page 12 of 13
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Deferred 18.
Giving Notice of Motions
New/Other Business
Closed Session
Adjournment Confirming By-Law 2025-54 Moved by: Susan Irwin Seconded by: Bill Everett THAT By-Law 2025-54 being a by-law to confirm the proceedings of the regular council meeting held December 9th, 2025, be read first, second, and third time, and finally passed this 9th day of December 2025; AND FURTHER THAT this meeting be adjourned until Tuesday, January 13th, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. for a regular meeting of the Council, said meeting to be held at the Soldiers Memorial Hall, 1107 Garrett Street, Sharbot Lake ON. Carried The meeting was adjourned at 7:10 pm
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EORN Cell Gap Project Monthly Update November 2025 Regional view Planned
Completed
New this month
Upgrades to existing towers 311
311
n/a
New towers in service
258
153
4
New co-locations
75
69
0
Land use authority
257
253
0
Please note that this information is collected monthly and is subject to change as the project moves forward.
Frontenac County Planned
Completed
New this month
Upgrades to existing towers
13
13
n/a
New towers in service
14
7
0
New co-locations
6
4
0
Land use authority
14
14
n/a
Please note that this information is collected monthly and is subject to change as the project moves forward.
Note: data is updated by Rogers on the 15th of each month. Data provided for this update was received on November 15, 2025.
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Frontenac County EORN Cell Gap Project Monthly Update
Frontenac County Uplifts Build Schedule Tower identifier Site name
Municipality
In-service plan
C0234
Arden
Township of Central FrontenacIn-service
C0235
Sharbot Lake
Township of Central FrontenacIn-service
C2169
Godfrey
Township of Central FrontenacIn-service
C2170
Parham
Township of Central FrontenacIn-service
C3467
Highway 7 at Mountain Grove
Township of Central FrontenacIn-service
C3629
Highway 7Kaladar ( – Arden)
Township of Central FrontenacIn-service
C3406
Howe Island
Township of Frontenac IslandsIn-service
C3469
Bon Echo
Township of North Frontenac In-service
C1978
Harrowsmith
Township of South Frontenac In-service
C3368
Verona
Township of South Frontenac In-service
C3647
Frontenac Provincial Park 0 South Township of South Frontenac In-service
C4105
Missouri
Township of South Frontenac In-service
C4106
Sydenham South
Township of South Frontenac In-service
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Frontenac County EORN Cell Gap Project Monthly Update
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Frontenac County EORN Cell Gap Project Monthly Update
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The Corporation of the Township of Central Frontenac Sharbot Lake Farmers Market Minutes November 23, 2025 at 1:00 pm Kick and Push Brewery
Roll Call Members: Ali & Mike Williams-Winding Road Coffee, Amanda Neadow-Middleton: Neadow Farm, Mary Ellen Whan-Whan Farm, Darlene & George Conboy- Conboy Maple Syrup, Sarah Winney- Rise Farm, Lianne Parkhill- Fen Valley Farm, Susan IrwinCF Council Rep & Chair Regrets: Ken & Joyce Waller- Waller Woodcrafts Staff in Attendance: Sarah Winney, SLFM Manager 1.
Call to Order Susan Irwin called the meeting to order at 1:15 pm
Approval of Agenda MOVED BY: Amanda Neadow-Middleton Seconded by Darlene Conboy THAT the agenda of the November 23, 2025 meeting be approved as presented. Carried
Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest None disclosed.
Approval of Minutes June 11, 2025 MOVED BY Ali Williams, Seconded by Mary Ellen Whan THAT the minutes of the June 11, 2025 meeting be approved as presented. Carried
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5.
Business a) Season Wrap Up – Report from Sarah Winney: 2025 was a fantastic season with 1 or more Community Partners in attendance each week. The Food Bank was a welcome addition. NFLT returned this year on a weekly basis and saw good results, and brought good energy on Saturday mornings. David Yerxa attended promoting his swimathon, and the Girl Guides were also present at several Markets. Opening Day with Sharbot Lake Chiropractic and Wellness was a good kick off for the 2025 Market season. The Corn Roast, support of the Food Bank, donations from Cardinal and Belong, as well as Heidi from Tiny Honey presenting during Open Farms weekend were all highlights this past summer. Everyone was in agreement that the Gift Basket Draws were a great addition this year, and it was nice to see that our regular customers were the winners. Everyone in attendance agreed that the highlights in 2025 were seeing regular customers each week, the community spirit that the market has fostered, the social atmosphere that has been created on Saturdays at the Beach, the Flash Mob with NFLT, and becoming a destination for cottagers. 2025 Season saw 2744 people in attendance approximately 188/weekThese numbers indicate that attendance is back to pre-covid numbers. Sarah commended Vendors who had committed to the 14 weeks creating a solid vendor base for the Market. b) Market Finances $4065.96 currently in the bank account- more vendors this year and more 1- or 2-time vendors meant more revenue. BBQs brought in a small amount of money- but everyone agreed that they are a positive experience for market goers and promoting community. Christmas Market – December 6, 2025- Fees are $25/ table. These fees will go toward the 2026 season. The Gift Certificates that each Vendor awarded to customers was great marketing- creating repeat customers. Invoice 2025-1 Market Manager Fees Sept 2024- March 2025 $1350 Invoice 2025-2 Manager Manager Fees April 2025- Sept 2025 $2650
Farmers Market Meeting November 23, 2025 1:00 p.m. Kick and Push Brewery
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Frontenac News- September Insert
$201.18
MOVED BY: Mary Ellen Whan SECONDED BY: Darlene Conboy THAT Invoice 2025-1 and Invoice 2025-2 for Market Manager Fees be approved as presented. Carried MOVED BY: Ali Williams SECONDED BY: Amanda Neadow-Middleton THAT payment of expenses for the advertisements in the Frontenac News: September insert and upcoming Holiday/Christmas Market ad, are approved. Carried c) Holiday Market Saturday, December 6, 2025, 10 a.m. -1 p.m. 4 $25 gift certificates have been donated to the Festival of Trees and must be used at the Holiday Market. 15 Vendors have expressed interest in attending. There will be 1 new Vendor, Angela from Harlowe Green A representative from the Heritage Railway Museum may also be in attendance. A Farm to Table Lunch will be served featuring Beef Chili, Vegetarian Chili and Butternut Squash Soup, Bread, and Maple Candy for dessert. Winding Road Coffee will have Gourmet Hot Chocolate and Warm Apple Cider. d) 2026 Season Opening Saturday June 30. Closing Day Saturday September 26 14 week season. A Season Meet and Greet for all vendors will be organized for the beginning of June. Expansion of Farm Vendors will be a goal for 2026 which will then allow for more crafters. A coffee tote will be available in the trailer for Saturdays that Winding Road is not available. Percy – Food Truck will also be attending again in 2026. Dutch Spice Mill has indicated that they will also be a part of the 2026 Market.
Farmers Market Meeting November 23, 2025 1:00 p.m. Kick and Push Brewery
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6.
New/Other Business A Spring Fling Market will be planned for March 28th (if Oso Hall is available) Details to follow
Next Meeting- Date and location to be determined
Adjournment
MOVED BY: Mary Ellen Whan SECONDED BY: Amanda Neadow-Middleton THAT this meeting be adjourned at 2:15 p.m. Carried
Note: A market vendor social was held following the Committee meeting
Farmers Market Meeting November 23, 2025 1:00 p.m. Kick and Push Brewery
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STAFF REPORT TO COUNCIL Township of Central Frontenac 14216 Road 38 Sharbot Lake, Ontario
REPORT NUMBER: DATE: FROM: PREPARED BY: RE:
1-2026 January 13, 2026 Andy Dillon, Chief Building Official Crystal Nedow, Building Inspector December Construction Details (Building Activity) Report
RECOMMENDATION That Council receive the Construction Detail Report - December 2025 for information Dec-24 Dec-23 Dec-25 Construction Value $253,600 $375,000 $2,695,950 Construction Value, Year to Date $12,250,493 $19,151,340 $16,562,680 Permit Fees $2,138 $6,912 $47,604 Permit Fees, Year to Date $233,910 $355,514 $285,851 Number of Permits in 7 4 17 Total, Year to Date 175 194 137 New Residential Units 1 0 3 New Residential Units, Year to Date 18 19 23 New Seasonal Units 0 0 1 New Seasonal Units, Year to Date 12 12 15 New Com/Inds/Inst Units 0 0 0 New Com/Inds/Inst Units, Year to Date 1 0 0 Sewage System 3 1 6 Sewage System, Year to Date 69 63 34 Closed Permits, Year to Date 175 110 57
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$25,000,000 $20,000,000 $15,000,000 $10,000,000 $5,000,000 $0
Dec-25 Dec-24 Dec-23 Construction Value
Construction Value, Year to Date
250 200 150
Dec-25
100
Dec-24
50
Dec-23
0
Number of Permits in
Number of Permits in 2025
Total, Year to Date
District #1 KE
District #2 OL
District #3 OS
District #4 HI
38
47
50
40
Number of Permits in 2025 60 50 40 30 20 10 0
District #1 KE
District #2 OL
District #3 OS
District #4 HI
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STAFF REPORT TO COUNCIL Township of Central Frontenac 14216 Road 38 Sharbot Lake, Ontario
REPORT NUMBER: DATE: FROM: PREPARED BY: RE:
2-2026 January 13, 2026 Andy Dillon, Chief Building Official Andy Dillon, Chief Building Official Annual adjustment to Schedule “C” building permit fees under By-law 2014-27 (as amended), effective February 1, 2026
RECOMMENDATION WHEREAS By-law 2014-27 requires that the fees set out in Schedule “C” shall be adjusted annually and effective the 1st of February based upon the 3rd quarter Bank of Canada Total CPI (https://www.bankofcanada.ca/rates/price-indexes/cip/). NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that Council approve a 2.0% increase to building permit fees effective February 1, 2026, in accordance with Section 7.4 of Bylaw 2014-27 (as amended) which links annual fee updates to the Bank of Canada Total CPI (Q3); AND THAT the Chief Building Official be directed to update Schedule “C” accordingly. BACKGROUND Section 7.4 of By-law 2014-27 (as amended by 2022-22) provides for annual adjustments to building permit fees. Increases are required to maintain cost recovery for the delivery of building services, including wage growth, vehicle maintenance, insurance, and the administration of the Septic Re‑Inspection Program. Over the past three years, more than 500 permits were issued, with nearly 350 still open, many being homeowner-led projects that span multiple years. A dedicated reserve is needed to cover future inspections and to buffer against economic downturns. A minimum reserve target of three years of operating costs is recommended before fees are frozen. In 2025, the Building Department is estimated to have run a $15,000 deficit, with the reserve projected at $175,000 (down 7.5% from 2024). Permit fee revenue in 2025 was approximately $230,000, the lowest since before the COVID‑19 pandemic. Ancillary
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corporate costs (e.g., space rental, heat, hydro, IT) are not precisely allocated to the department. DISCUSSION A modest 2.0% fee increase aligns with the by-law’s CPI-based methodology and helps ensure growth pays for growth rather than shifting costs onto existing taxpayers. While the department generated small surpluses in previous years, the 2025 deficit underscores the need to maintain cost recovery and service continuity. The additional full-time employee budgeted for 2026 will support delivery and enforcement of the sewage system maintenance inspection program, which imposes significant administrative demands. If permit volumes in 2026 remain at 2025 levels, the increase would add roughly $4,600 (2% of $230,000) in revenue—helpful but not sufficient alone to offset a larger deficit; ongoing monitoring of volumes and cost drivers will be required. While Central Frontenac’s building permit fees are on the higher end compared to neighbouring municipalities, it is important to note that operating costs vary significantly by region, influencing overall fee structures. STRATEGIC PLAN PRIORITY Sustainable Core Services
- Maintain sufficient reserves to manage unanticipated downloads or other needs Healthy Community Development
- Strengthen and support the enforcement of bylaws Resilient Natural Environment
- Continue the septic system re-inspection program FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS The 2026 operating budget for Building Code Act enforcement, including one additional full-time employee, is projected to increase by about $65,000 to $300,000. 2025 permit fee revenue was approximately $230,000. If 2026 volumes are similar, a 2.0% fee increase would yield an estimated $4,600 in additional revenue. Without an increase in permit volumes or other efficiencies, the department could face a larger deficit in 2026; therefore, maintaining CPI-linked adjustments and monitoring reserve adequacy are recommended. ATTACHMENTS/REFERENCES
- Fee comparison to surrounding municipalities.
- Central Frontenac’s proposed fee schedule for 2025.
- By-law 2014-27 (as amended by 2022-22) - Being a By-Law to regulate Construction,
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Demolition and Change of Use Permits for Buildings, Structures, and All Other Related services
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Fee comparison to surrounding municipalities
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Central Frontenac’s proposed fee schedule for 2025 Table 1 - Permits Permit Type
2024 Fee + 2025 Fee + 2026 2025 Fee 1.6% 2.0% Proposed
Project Type
2014 Base Fee
Ne w Buildings, Structure s a nd De signa te d Structure s a s de fine d by the Building Code not liste d be low.
$14.00 pe r thousa nd dolla rs of proje ct va lue .
$16.91
$17
$17.25
$17
All Additions a nd Re nova tions/Alte ra tions to buildings or structure s.
$14.00 pe r thousa nd dolla rs of proje ct va lue .
$16.91
$17
$17.25
$17
Whe re compe nsa ting construction is re quire d.
$14.00 pe r thousa nd dolla rs of proje ct va lue .
$16.91
$17
$17.25
$17
Pursua nt to s. 10 of the Building Code Act whe re no construction is propose d or re quire d.
$80.00 Fla t fe e
$117.25
$117
$119.59
$120
Demolition
Comple te building or structure de molition.
$90.00 pe r structure
Pa rtia l de molition of structure or building.
$80.00 pe r structure
$117.25 $117.25
$117 $117
$119.59 $119.59
$120 $120
Occupancy
Applica ble to only proje cts tha t re quire occupa ncy pursua nt to the building code .
$25.00 pe r unit
$29.31
$29
$29.90
$30
Partial Permit
Re que ste d by a pplica nt. Whe re pe rmit is issue d to a llow pa rtia l construction of a building.
$80.00 pe r re que st, plus a pplica ble fe e s note d in Ta ble 1
$117.25
$117
$119.59
$120
Construction or a lte ra tion of a Cla ss 2,3,4,or 5 se wa ge syste m othe r tha n a cla ss Ase wa ge syste m.
N/A
$978.00
$994
$997.56
$998
Construction or a lte ra tion of a Cla ss Ase wa ge syste m.(Cla ss A syste m re pre se nts flows gre a te r tha n 4500 litre s)
N/A
$1,080.00
$1,097 $1,101.60
$1,102
Insta lla tion of re pla ce me nt se ptic ta nk only.
N/A
Pla ns re vie w to confirm loca tion only of e xisting syste m.
N/A
On-site re vie w to confirm loca tion only of e xisting se wa ge syste m.
N/A
Re vie w of pe rforma nce le ve l of e xisting on-site se wa a ge syste m.
N/A
$784 $105 $261 $523 $156
$787.44 $105.06 $262.14 $525.30 $157.08
$787 $105 $262 $525 $157
Building
Change of Use
N/A
$772.00 $103.00 $257.00 $515.00 $154.00
Re vie w for ne w lots in a subdivision, condominium, se ve ra nce or lot a ddition.
N/A
$515.00
$523
$525.30
$525
Re vie w for minor va ria nce a pplica tion or zoning by-la w a me ndme nt.
N/A
$463.00
$470
$472.26
$472
Re vie w for minor va ria nce in combina tion with a re vie w of pe rforma nce le ve l.
N/A
$720.00
$732
$734.40
$734
Re vie w for minor va ria nce in combina tion with a ne w cla ss 2,3,4, or 5 se wa ge syste m othe r tha n a cla ss Ase wa ge syste m.
N/A
$1,183.00
$1,202 $1,206.66
$1,207
All ne w or re pla ce me nt signs tha t re quire a building pe rmit, a s pre scribe d in the building code .
$14.00 pe r thousa nd dolla rs of proje ct va lue .
On-Site Sewage Ce rtifica te of Approva l re ne wa l. Systems ***
Sign
$16.91
$17
$17.25
Solar As re gula te d by the building code . $100 pe r pe rmit $117.25 $117 $119.59 Photovoltaic Swimming Pools $14.00 pe r thousa nd As re gula te d by the building code . $16.91 $17 $17.25 dolla rs of proje ct va lue . (Public) Swimming Pools For pool fe ncing re gula te d unde r the Municipa l a ct (fe e doe s not $80.00 pe r pe rmit $117.25 $117 $119.59 include de cks). (Private) As re gula te d by the building code . $100 pe r pe rmit Tents $117.25 $117 $119.59 Wood Stove or $80.00 pe r pe rmit Fireplace or As re gula te d by the building code . $117.25 $117 $119.59 Chimney
- 2022 Switched from non-residential construction price index to consumer price index. First time fees increased since 2014. *** Sewage System fees not increased in 2024 as directed by council
$17 $120 $17 $120 $120 $120
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Table 2 - Clerical & Administrative Fees Function
Detail Additional Inspections.
Clerical
2014 Base Fee
2024 Fee + 2025 Fee 1.6%
$80 per repeat re-inspections of same stage of construction, at the Chief Building Officials discretion.
Building compliance title search. $80 per building Compliance letters to other government authorities. $80 per letter Consent & zoning by-law amendment application $80 per report issued. review and comments. $60 per deferral of revocation of permit that may be Renewal of building permit. revoked in accordance to the building code. Review of revised permit documents. $60 per hour Special requests for file research. $60 per hour Transfer of permit to new property owner. $60 per permit
Investigations Construct or demolish without permit issued. To offset additional Non-compliance inspection. investigative Order registered on title. Issuance of summons. and administrative Subdivision lot grading non-compliance. costs.
Double norma l pe rmit fe e , $15,000.00 ma ximum prior to the is s ua nce of a n Orde r purs ua nt to the Building Code Act.
2025 Fee + 2026 2.0% Proposed
$110.48
$110
$112.69
$113
$117.25 $117.25
$117 $117
$119.59 $119.59
$120 $120
$117.25
$117
$119.59
$120
$110.48
$110
$112.69
$113
$83.43 $83.43 $83.43
$83 $83 $83
$85.09 $85.09 $85.09
$85 $85 $85
$20,816 $21,232.19
$21,232
$20,815.87
$100 per inspection $500 per Order $500 per summons plus legal expenses.
$138.67 $694.46 $694.46
$139 $694 $694
$141.44 $708.35 $708.35
$141 $708 $708
$80 pe r s ite ins pe ctions or me e tings to de te rmine or obs e rve corre ctive me a s ure s whe re gra ding not ins ta lle d a s pe r a pprove d s ubdivis ion pla n
$117.25
$117
$119.59
$120
Third Party Whe re de te rmine d by the chie f building officia l tha t pe e r The a pplica nt or pe rmit holde r s ha ll re imburs e the municipa lity a ll fe e s a nd e xpe ns e s of the cons ulta nt, in Review or re vie w a nd/ or cons ulta tion by a third-pa rty cons ulta nt is a ddition to the fe e s note d in this s che dule . Consultation re quire d.
- 2022 Switched from non-residential construction price index to consumer price index. First time fees increased since 2014
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Table 3 - Conditional Permits and Agreements Permit type Conditional Building Permits
Where determined by the Chief Building Official that peer review and/ or consultation by a third party consultant is required to process any application. The applicant shall reimburse the municipality all fees and expenses of the consultant, in addition to the fees noted in this table.
Agreement type
2014 Base Fee
2024 Fee 2025 Fee 2026 2025 Fee
- 1.6%
- 2.0% Proposed
$200.00, plus applicable fees noted in Table 1, and refundable deposits stipulated in the agreement.
$235.62
Other agreements, including but not limited to, $2000.00, plus applicable fees noted remediation of buildings or structures in Table 1 and refundable deposits previously used as illicit marijuana grow-op or stipulated in the agreement clandestine labs.
$2,353.96
Simple agreement, not listed below.
Applicable fees noted in Table 1. $2000.00, plus applicable fees noted Request to use alternative solution. $2,775.60 in Table 1 Request for Chief Building Official to accept $2000.00, plus applicable fees noted $2,775.60 Alternative Material in Table 1 $200.00 fee, plus a refundable Temporary two dwelling agreement $235.62 $10,000.00 deposit Dwelling trailers under a temporary living $200.00 fee per unit, plus a Temporary until occupancy is granted $235.62 agreement. refundable $3000.00 deposit per unit
- 2022 Switched from non-residential construction price index to consumer price index. First increase since 2014.
$236
$240.33
$240
$2,354 $2,401.04
$2,401
$2,776 $2,831.11
$2,831
$2,776 $2,831.11
$2,831
Retrofit Order from Fire Dept.
$236
$240.33
$240
$236
$240.33
$240
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STAFF REPORT TO COUNCIL Township of Central Frontenac 14216 Road 38 Sharbot Lake, Ontario
REPORT NUMBER: DATE: FROM: PREPARED BY: RE:
3-2026 January 13, 2026 Steve Gould, Public Works Manager Amanda Fellows, Public Works Technical Assistant, Lance Cowdy, Public Works Supervisor Public Works Activity Report
RECOMMENDATION THAT Council receive the Public Works Activity Report as presented by the Public Works Manager for information. BACKGROUND The Public Works Manager provides a monthly report to Council summarizing the key activities and operational highlights undertaken by the Public Works Department throughout the Township. DISCUSSION Brushing activities were completed on Oak Flats Road prior to the holiday season to improve sightlines, enhance roadway safety, and support effective winter maintenance operations. Throughout the month of December, Township Road crews responded extensively to winter weather conditions, plowing and sanding roads on 19 of the 31 days. Toward the end of the month, the Township experienced a significant ice storm. Both road crews were fully prepared and responded immediately, allowing ice to be cleared and road conditions to be restored in a timely and efficient manner. Council and residents are reminded that road maintenance activities in Ontario are governed by provincially regulated Minimum Maintenance Standards. These standards establish the legally required timelines for municipalities to identify and address road hazards such as potholes, snow accumulation, and ice buildup. The standards are based on road classifications ranging from Class 1 (most heavily travelled) to Class 5 (least travelled). Most of the roads within the Township are classified as Class 4 or Class 5. Under these standards, response times for certain hazards on these road classes may range from 30 to 60 days, and road patrols may only be required once every 30 days. Despite these allowances, Central Frontenac consistently exceeds the
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minimum service levels prescribed by legislation. The Township takes pride in its response times and service delivery, and staff remain committed to maintaining the high standard of service residents expect. During extreme weather conditions, the Township may declare a Significant Weather Event. Such a declaration occurs when conditions, including heavy snowfall, freezing rain, or ice accumulation, make roads and sidewalks particularly hazardous. When a Significant Weather Event is declared, normal maintenance timelines are temporarily suspended to allow crews to prioritize critical routes and operate safely. The declaration also serves as a public safety notice, advising residents to exercise extreme caution or avoid travel when possible. Standard maintenance operations resume once the event has concluded. Residents are also reminded that plowing, shoveling, or otherwise depositing snow onto or across a roadway is prohibited. Section 181 of the Highway Traffic Act makes it illegal to deposit snow or ice onto a roadway without written permission from the road authority. Depositing snow onto roadways creates significant safety risks by increasing the likelihood of icy conditions, reducing visibility, interfering with snow removal operations, and potentially forming frozen snowbanks. These frozen accumulations pose a serious hazard to motorists and equipment operators. If a municipal plow encounters an unexpected frozen snowbank, it may result in equipment damage, loss of vehicle control, or the plow being forced into the ditch, placing motorists, pedestrians, and operators at risk of serious injury or death. Repeated violations may result in enforcement action and fines. Residents are encouraged to remain calm during storm events, monitor weather forecasts, and prepare in advance for anticipated conditions. Allowing extra travel time and exercising caution helps reduce risks during winter weather. The Township also asks for patience and cooperation while road crews work safely to clear snow, ice, and fallen trees. These operations require time and must be completed in a manner that ensures the safety of both workers and the community. Township road crews remain dedicated to maintaining safe and passable roads and to supporting the safety of Central Frontenac residents throughout the winter season.
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STAFF REPORT TO COUNCIL Township of Central Frontenac 14216 Road 38 Sharbot Lake, Ontario
REPORT NUMBER: DATE: FROM: PREPARED BY: RE:
4-2026 January 13, 2026 Steve Gould, Public Works Manager Amanda Fellows, Public Works Technical Assistant, Lance Cowdy, Public Works Supervisor Public Works Project Status Report
RECOMMENDATION THAT Council receive the Public Works Capital Project Status Report as presented by the Public Works Manager for information. BACKGROUND A report outlining the status of the capital and major operational projects in the 2025 budget year. DISCUSSION Operational Projects Project Name Gravel Calcium Street Sweeping Winter Sand
Description New gravel applied Dust Control Sweeping up sand
Winter Sand for Roads Salt Salt for roads in winter not complete totals
Status Completed Completed Completed
Budget $528,740.00 $225,000.00 $35,000.00
Actuals $538,784.00 $215,407.00 $14,846.00
Completed
$208,000.00
$128,630.00
Ongoing
$240,000.00
$274,731.00
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Capital Projects Project Name 2024 Tandem Truck 2025 Tandem Truck 2025 Half Ton 2025 Tractor and Chipper 2024 Brusher and Tractor 2024 Sharbot Lake Causeway Bridge 2020 Sharbot Lake Village Project 2025 Dickson Crescent 2025 Road 509
Description Replace Truck 20
Status In Progress
Budget $450,000.000
Actuals
Replace Truck 13
Completed
$410,000.00
$375,184.00
Replace Truck 4 Roadside Clean up New Brushing Machine and Tractor Replace old Bearings
Completed Completed
$60,000.00 $120,000.00
$54,690.00 $119,643.00
Completed/ In Progress
$520,000.00
$417,678.00
Completed
$220,000.00
$206,157.00
Planning
$470,239.00
Completed
$80,000.00
$71,232.00
Completed
$350,000.00
$317,732.53
Completed
$800,000.00
$601,072.00
Planning
$120,000.00
Cannon Road, Matthew Street, Garrett Street Resurface Dickson Cres. Resurface a Portion of Road 509 2025 CRF, MicroPavement Surface, Crack Preservation Sealing Hinchinbrooke Replacing Sand Sand Dome Dome Tarp not complete totals
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STAFF REPORT TO COUNCIL Township of Central Frontenac 14216 Road 38 Sharbot Lake, Ontario
REPORT NUMBER: DATE: FROM: PREPARED BY: RE:
5-2026 January 13, 2026 Steve Gould, Public Works Manager Amanda Fellows, Public Works Technical Assistant, Lance Cowdy, Public Works Supervisor Public Works – Response to Inquiries
RECOMMENDATION THAT Council receive the Public Works – Response to Inquiries report as presented by the Public Works Manager for information. BACKGROUND At the December 9, 2025 Council meeting, a delegation raised concerns related to Public Works operations in the South end of the Township. These concerns prompted questions regarding supervision, equipment use and roadway maintenance practices, and overall operational oversight. The following information is provided to clearly explain current procedures, operational constraints, and the rationale behind existing practices. These responses are intended to inform Council and the public by providing accurate context on how Public Works operations are managed. DISCUSSION
- Do the Supervisor or Manager inspect the work crews do? Yes. The supervisor actively inspects and oversees the work completed by all crews and is directly responsible for daily operations in the field. The Manager’s role is broader in scope and focuses on strategic and administrative responsibilities suchn as asset management, staffing, budgeting, policy development, and overall departmental oversight. Together, these roles are clearly defined and complementary, ensuring effective supervision, operational accountability, and appropriate management of Public Works activities.
- Would a shift rotation be a better idea to get work done? No, a shift rotation model is not feasible given current financial, staffing, and operational conditions. Implementing shift-based operations would require a
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significant increase in equipment to allows multiple crews to operate concurrently without interruption, which is not financially sustainable. In addition, the Township does not currently have sufficient staffing levels, including mechanics and operators, to support and maintain a continuous shift rotation model. As a result, introducing shift rotations would not improve service delivery and would place undue strain on existing resources while increasing operational risk. 3. Is grading on a rotation not an option? Yes. Grading is performed using a rotational approach; however, the rotation is operationally flexible and may be adjusted in response to emergency situations, weather conditions, or other priority maintenance needs. The Township owns four graders and operates two crews, divided between the North and South areas of the Township. During grading operations, one grader begins at the southernmost point and progresses inward, while a second grader begins at the northernmost point and progresses inward. The remaining two graders are deployed from central locations and work outward toward the advancing graders. Once coverage is completed, the rotations recommence. This method ensures systematic roadway coverage while maintaining the ability to reassign resources when urgent conditions arise. 4. Can Wilkinson Road get tar and chip? At this time, the Township is relying on an outdated traffic count for Wilkinson Road. A new traffic count is scheduled to be conducted during the upcoming summer season, when traffic volumes are typically at their highest, to ensure the data accurately reflects current roadway usage. Once updated traffic data is available, the roadway will be reassessed in the fall to determine whether a tar and chip treatment is justified. As a general guideline, a roadway must experience a minimum average daily traffic volume of approximately 200 vehicles before consideration is given to transitioning from gravel to a tar and chip surface. 5. Do the trucks have chains? Yes. All Township trucks are equipped with tire chains. Chains are installed and used during periods of severe icy or slippery conditions when required to maintain safe and effective operations. 6. Are Public Works staff properly trained? Yes. All Public Works staff receive training appropriate to their roles and responsibilities and in accordance with applicable legislation, regulatory requirements and operation standards. Training is delivered through a combination of in-house instruction and external programs offered by recognized organizations specializing in municipal operations, including Good Roads training and road schools, which many staff members have attended. Ongoing training is provided to
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ensure staff remain qualified, compliant, and capable of performing their duties safely and effectively. Conclusion Public Works operations are carried out in accordance with established procedures that prioritize public safety, service reliability, fiscal responsibility, and regulatory compliance. While operational challenges and emergency situations may occasionally affect scheduled work, systems are in place to ensure appropriate oversight, accountability, and continuity of service. The information provided above reflects current practices and clarifies the rationale behind operational decisions.
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STAFF REPORT TO COUNCIL Township of Central Frontenac 14216 Road 38. Sharbot Lake, Ontario
REPORT NUMBER: DATE: FROM: PREPARED BY: RE:
6-2026 January 13, 2026 Steve Gould, Public Works Manager Jody Legue, Deputy Clerk Final Parking Bylaw
RECOMMENDATION WHEREAS the Township has reviewed and updated its Parking By-law to modernize regulations and improve clarity; AND WHEREAS the updated Parking By-law includes provisions for an Administrative Monetary Penalty System (AMPS) in accordance with applicable legislation; AND WHEREAS public consultation has been completed and feedback has been considered as part of the update; AND WHEREAS the proposed Parking By-law has undergone a legal review to ensure compliance with provincial requirements; AND WHEREAS it is necessary to amend Schedule C of By-law 2024-43 (Administrative Monetary Penalty System) by adding Table 3 to reflect updated parkingrelated penalties; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council hereby receives the updated Parking By-law as presented; AND FURTHER THAT Schedule C of By-law 2024-43 be amended by adding Table 3, as attached; AND FURTHER THAT the Parking By-law be brought forward for adoption later in this meeting.
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BACKGROUND The Township is updating its parking regulations to consolidate, modernize, and replace By-Laws 2004-156 and 2012-34. The new Parking By-Law establishes clear, enforceable parking rules for Township highways and municipal properties and aligns enforcement with the Township’s Administrative Monetary Penalty (AMP) framework under By-Law 2024-43. Ontario Regulation 333/07 authorizes municipalities to impose administrative penalties for parking, stopping, and standing offences, as an alternative to the Provincial Offences Act. This approach provides for more efficient enforcement, timely resolution, and reduced court involvement. DISCUSSION On September 9, 2025, staff presented a draft Parking By-law to Council for initial consideration. At that time, Council directed staff to seek public input, which was obtained through a survey posted on the Township website. The feedback received was reported back to Council, and Council provided direction to staff on revisions to the draft by-law. The revised draft Parking By-law was brought back to Council on October 14, 2025. Council indicated satisfaction with the updates and requested that the by-law undergo a legal review prior to adoption. The legal review has since been completed. As a result, the following refinements were made to the by-law: the addition of appropriate definitions; rewording for clarity and consistency without altering the intent of the provisions; the inclusion of Section 4(d) addressing School Zones; the addition of Section 4(f) to include Township-owned parking lots; and the removal of all references to the Provincial Offences Act (POA), as enforcement will be carried out through the Administrative Monetary Penalty System (AMPS). The proposed Set Penalty Schedule was developed through a comparison of penalty amounts used by other small municipalities. For accessible parking spaces, the provincially established penalty amount has been applied. To support implementation and public education, the Planning Coordinator, A. McKinnon, prepared maps illustrating parking restrictions throughout the Township. The Public Works Manager has reviewed the updated Parking By-law and is satisfied that it meets all legislative requirements and operational needs of the Township. Staff
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therefore recommend that Council pass the Parking By-law later in this meeting and amend the AMPS By-law to designate the Parking By-law as an enforceable by-law under the AMPS program. Upon implementation, the Township will commence an education and awareness campaign through its website and social media platforms, advising the public of the changes to the Parking By-law and identifying the locations of no-parking areas. STRATEGIC PLAN PRIORITY Healthy community development, strengthen and support the enforcement of bylaws. FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS The implementation of the Parking By-law is not expected to have a significant financial impact on the Township and can be accommodated within existing resources. ATTACHMENTS/REFERENCES Final Parking Bylaw Penalty Schedule (Schedule 3 Table 3, Bylaw 2024-43 (AMPS amendment))
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THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF CENTRAL FRONTENAC BY-LAW # 2026-xx BEING A BY-LAW FOR THE ESTABLISHMENT OF AND THE ENFORCEMENT OF PARKING REGULATIONS IN THE TOWNSHIP OF CENTRAL FRONTENAC
WHEREAS section 11(3) of the Municipal Act, 2001, S.O. 2001 c. 25 (the “Municipal Act”), provides that a municipality may pass by-laws for the purpose of regulating and prohibiting traffic and parking upon the highways under its jurisdiction; AND WHEREAS subsection 102.1 (1) of the Municipal Act provides that a municipality may require a person to pay an administrative penalty if the municipality is satisfied that the person failed to comply with any by-laws respecting the parking, standing or stopping of vehicles; AND WHEREAS Ontario Regulation 333/07: Administrative Penalties , pursuant to the Municipal Act, 2001 prescribes the regulations applicable to administrative penalties issued in respect of the parking, standing or stopping of vehicles; AND WHEREAS section 63 (1) of the Municipal Act provides that a municipality may provide for the removal and impounding or restraining and immobilising of vehicles placed, stopped, standing or parked on a highway in contravention of the by-law and subsection 170(15) of the Highway Traffic Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. H.8 applies with necessary modifications to the by-law; AND WHEREAS sections 100 and 100.1 of the Municipal Act provides that a local municipality may regulate and prohibit parking on private or municipal property; AND WHEREAS section 102 of the Municipal Act provides that a local municipality may require owners or operators of parking lots or other parking facilities to which public has access, to provide designated parking spaces for vehicles displaying a disabled parking permits and shall prescribe conditions of the use of disabled parking permits and prohibit the improper use of such permits; AND WHEREAS the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Central Frontenac desires to regulate traffic and parking on private and municipal property upon the highways within the municipality of Central Frontenac; AND WHEREAS the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Central Frontenac deems it expedient to regulate traffic and parking;
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Now therefore the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Central Frontenac enacts as follows:
- DEFINITIONS The following definitions shall apply to this By-Law: Accessible Parking Space means a parking space reserved for persons with disabilities as identified with authorized signs in accordance with section 11 of Ontario Regulation 581 made under the Highway Traffic Act. By-Law Enforcement Officer means any person appointed by the Township to enforce this or other by-laws of the Township. Highway means a common and public highway, any part of which is used by the general public for the passage of vehicles, and includes a street, road allowance, public lane, and any bridge, trestle, viaduct or structure that forms part of a highway. Park and parking mean the standing of a vehicle, whether occupied or not, except when standing temporarily for the purpose of and while actually engaged in loading or unloading goods or passengers; Police Officer shall mean a police officer as defined under the Community Safety and Policing Act, 2019, S.O. 2019, or its successor legislation. Public Works Manager means the person appointed to the position of Manager of Public Works for the Township of Central Frontenac or such similar position as may be established, from time to time. School Bus Loading Zone means the portion of a roadway or curb area designated by official signage for the exclusive use of school buses to pick up or drop off students, during the times indicated on the signage. Stop and stopping means the halting of a vehicle, even momentarily, whether occupied or not, except when necessary to avoid conflict with other traffic or in compliance with the directions of a police officer or of a traffic control sign or signal; Township means the Corporation of the Township of Central Frontenac Vehicle includes a motor vehicle and any other vehicle drawn, propelled or driven by any kind of power, including muscular power. Central Frontenac By-Law No. 2025-xx Draft Parking Bylaw V3 January 13, 2026
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2. APPLICATION a. This by-law applies to all Township highways and municipal parking lots, and all other property owned or occupied by the Township b. This by-law does not apply to a provincial highway or to a private road. c. This by-law does not apply to private parking lots. d. The attached Schedule(s) form part of this by-law. 3. TRAFFIC SIGNS AND SIGNALS a. The Public Works Manager or his or her designate is authorized to place or erect and maintain such official signs and traffic control signals as are required to give effect to the provisions of this Bylaw or as are required to warn or guide traffic for the safety or convenience of the public. b. A contravention of any parking regulation in this by-law occurs when a person fails to comply with the parking requirements as indicated by signs erected under this by-law 4. PARKING/STOPPING REGULATIONS a. No person shall park or stop a vehicle on the travelled portion of any highway at any time, except: i. When necessary to avoid conflict with other traffic; or ii. When required to comply with the directions of a police officer, a bylaw enforcement officer or a traffic control device. b. No person shall permit a vehicle under their control to be stopped or parked in such a manner as to obstruct or interfere with the normal movement of traffic on the traveled portion of the roadway. c. No person shall park or permit to be parked a vehicle on a highway or parts of highways contrary to any of the restrictions specified in Schedule “A” of this by-law. d. No person shall park or permit a vehicle to be parked within a School Bus Loading Zone during the times and on the days indicated by official signage, except for emergency vehicles. e. No person shall park or permit to be parked a vehicle on a highway or parts of highways at any time when such parking may obstruct or interfere with the removal of snow, or maintenance of the highway by municipal equipment or work crews. f. No person shall park a vehicle on any highway within the limits of the Township, or in any Township-owned parking lot, between the hours of 12:00 Central Frontenac By-Law No. 2025-xx Draft Parking Bylaw V3 January 13, 2026
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a.m. and 7:00 a.m., from November 15 of any year to March 31 of the following year (Eastern Standard Time). g. No person shall park a vehicle on a highway or parts of a highway at any time where the parked vehicle obstructs, or interferes with, the open access to and from a highway or a private laneway. h. No person shall park a vehicle on a highway or portion thereof except as follows: i. On highways carrying two-way traffic, where there is a raised curb, on the right side of the roadway of the highway having regard to the direction such vehicle was travelling, with its right front and rear wheels parallel to and not more than 30 centimeters out from such curb; ii. On highways carrying two-way traffic, where there is no curb or a rolled curb, with the right front and rear wheels parallel to and as near to the right -hand limit of the highway as is practicable without stopping over any part of a highway which is landscaped, or which is not intended for the use of vehicles i. No person shall park any motor vehicle on a property of the Township which parking is by sign designated as an area in which parking is prohibited. j. No person shall park any motor vehicle on a property of the Township where parking is by sign regulated by time limits for a longer period of time than that set out on the sign. k. No person shall park a vehicle on the roadway-side of any stopped or parked vehicle. l. No person shall park a vehicle on a highway for the purpose of displaying a vehicle for sale. m. No person shall park on a highway where the roadway width is six (6) metres or less. n. The following shall apply to Accessible Parking Spaces: i. No person shall park a motor vehicle in an Accessible Parking Space unless a valid accessible parking permit is visibly displayed on its dashboard or on the sun visor in accordance with the provisions of the Highway Traffic Act. ii. A displayed accessible parking permit shall not be valid when the motor vehicle in or on which it is displayed is not actually being used for the purposes of picking up or transporting a person with a disability as defined under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, S.O. 2005, c. 11. iii. No person, other than the person to whom it was issued or a person conveying the person to whom it was issued, or a person providing transportation services for a corporation or organization to whom it was Central Frontenac By-Law No. 2025-xx Draft Parking Bylaw V3 January 13, 2026
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issued to provide transportation services primarily to persons with disabilities shall use or display an accessible parking permit. 5. ENFORCEMENT a. This By-Law may be enforced by any By-Law Enforcement Officer or police officer. b. Any By-Law Enforcement Officer or police officer is authorized to issue a penalty notice in accordance with the Township’s Administrative Monetary Penalty By-Law 2024-43 to any person who contravenes a provision of this by-law, and may have any vehicle found in contravention of this by-law moved, removed, towed, detained, or impounded from a highway or from property near a highway in accordance with section 63(1) of the Municipal Act. c. No person shall provide false information or give a false statement to a ByLaw Enforcement Officer or police officer in the lawful exercise of a power or duty under this By-Law. d. No person shall hinder or otherwise obstruct, nor attempt to hinder or obstruct, either directly or indirectly, a By-Law Enforcement Officer or police officer in the lawful exercise of a power or duty under this By-Law. Without limiting the generality of the foregoing, failure to provide satisfactory proof of identification when requested to do shall constitute obstruction under this section. 6. PENALTIES a. Each day a vehicle is parked, stopped or standing in contravention of this Bylaw shall constitute a separate offence. b. In addition to any other penalties provided by this by-law, a police officer or By-Law Enforcement Officer may cause such vehicle to be moved or taken to and placed or stored in a suitable place and all costs and charges for the removing, care and storage thereof, if any, are a lien upon the vehicle being released and may be enforced in the manner provided by the Repair and Storage Liens Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter R.25 as amended. c. All parking, stopping, and standing provisions in this by-law are hereby designated for the purposes of section 3(1)(b) of Ontario Regulation 333/07 as provisions to which the Township’s Administrative Monetary Penalty ByLaw 2024-43 applies.
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d. Every person who contravenes a provision of this by-law shall, when given a penalty notice under By-Law 2024-42, in accordance with said By-Law, be liable to pay the Corporation an administrative penalty in the amount specified. e. Administrative penalties shall be administered in accordance with By-Law 2024-43, including procedures respecting the issuance of penalty notices, screening reviews, hearing reviews, service of notices, payment deadlines, and any related administrative fees. 7. ADMINISTRATION a. By-Law Enforcement Officers and police officers are exempt from complying with the provisions of this by-law while actively engaged in its enforcement. b. The provisions of this by-law are subject to the provisions of the Highway Traffic Act as amended, which statute shall prevail to the extent of any conflict. c. In the event that any section of this By-Law, including any section or part of any of the schedules hereto, is declared by a Court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, the remaining parts shall remain valid and binding and shall be read as if the offending section had been struck out. 8. This By-Law is to be referred to as the “Parking Bylaw” 9. By-Law numbers 2004-156 & 2012-34 are hereby repealed 10. This By-Law shall come into force and take effect on its passing.
READ a first, second and third time, and finally passed on this 13th day of January 2026
Frances L Smith, Mayor
Cathy MacMunn, CAO/Clerk
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SCHEDULE “A” PARKING RESTRICTIONS Type
Highway
From
To
Direction
Handicap
Arden Road Parking Lot across from 1099 Garrett St.
Handicap
Oso Hall. Parking Lot
1107
Handicap
Elizabeth Street
1036
Handicap
Township office
14216
No Parking
Crow Lake Road
1895A
No Parking
Public Beach Road
1044
No Parking
Eagle Lake Road
1277
No Parking
Elizabeth Street
1053
No Parking
Cannon Road
1180
Both Directions Boat Launch and Loading Area
No Parking
Elizabeth Street
1036
East
Handicap
5998
1099
of
Signs
2
Notes No Parking
- By Permit Only
1
No Parking
- By Permit Only
14216
1066
1061
North bound Boat Launch and Loading Area Both Directions Boat Launch, Loading Area & Beach
4
8
1
No Parking
- By Permit Only No Parking
- By Permit Only
2
No Parking
- By Permit Only No Parking Anytime in Boat Launch
1
No Parking Anytime
2
1
No Parking Anytime
3
2
No Parking Anytime
7
3
No Parking Anytime Gov’t Dock
7
1
No Parking Anytime
8
1 East
Map
8 8
11
1
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No Parking
Road 38
14153
No Parking
Medical Center Road
1007
No Parking
No Parking
Road 38
14153
14225
Medical Center Road
2
No Parking Anytime on Road 38 (30 meters from intersection) No Parking Anytime Helipad Access
5
No Parking Anytime
10
South Bound Lane
2
No Parking Anytime 30 m North and South of Robert St Across from Twp Office
11
North and South
4
Southbound
3
Southbound Lane
Road 38
14202
No Parking
Road 38
Gorden Crescent North End
14216 Gorden Crescent South End
School Bus Loading Zone
Dickson Crescent
Road 38
1056 Dickson Crescent
Both Directions
Time Restriction
Elizabeth Street
1094
1102
North
1
Time Restriction
Elizabeth Street
1043
1053
West
2
Time Restriction
Elizabeth Street
1012
1046
East
4
2
No Parking Anytime no parking 7 am- 4pm, Monday to Friday, during school year 2 Hour Parking Limit 7 am 6pm 2 Hour Parking Limit 7 am 6pm 2 Hour Parking Limit 7 am 6pm
9
9
5
5
7
8
10
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SCHEDULE “B” PARKING RESTRICTION MAPS
Map 1
Crow Lake Boat Launch
Map 2
Long Lake Boat Launch
Map 3
Eagle Lake Boat Launch
Map 4
Kennebec Hall
Map 5
Dickson Crescent
Map 6
Village of Sharbot Lake
Map 7
Lower Elizabeth St at Cannon Rd.
Map 8
Sharbot Lake Business Hub
Map 9
Road 38 To Medical Center
Map 10
Road 38 & Elizabeth St.
Map 11
Road 38 & Township Office
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SCHEDULE “C” PARKING RESTRICTIONS SHORT FORM WORDING Item Short Form Wording (Contravention)
By-Law Section
1
Parked on travelled portion of highway
s. 4(a), 4(b)
2
Parked contrary to posted signage
s. 3(b), 4(c)
3
Parked in School Bus Loading Zone
s. 4(d)
4
Parked interfering with snow removal or maintenance
s. 4(e)
5
Overnight parking prohibited
s. 4(f)
6
Parked obstructing driveway or laneway
s. 4(g)
7
Improper parking position on roadway
s. 4(h)
8
Parked in prohibited Township property area
s. 4(i)
9
Exceeded posted time limit
s. 4(j)
10
Parked beside stopped or parked vehicle (double parking)
s. 4(k)
11
Parked vehicle for sale on highway
s. 4(l)
12
Parked on roadway six (6) metres or less
s. 4(m)
13
Parked in Accessible Parking Space without permit
s. 4(n)(i)
14
Improper use of Accessible Parking Permit
s. 4(n)(ii), (iii)
15
Obstruction of By-Law Enforcement Officer
s. 5(d)
16
Providing false information to Officer
s. 5(c)
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THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF CENTRAL FRONTENAC BY-LAW #2026-02 BEING A BY-LAW TO AMEND BY-LAW 2024-43, BEING A BY-LAW TO ESTABLISH AN ADMINISTRATIVE MONETARY PENALTIES (AMPS) SYSTEM FOR THE TOWNSHIP OF CENTRAL FRONTENAC WHEREAS the Municipal Act, 2001, S.O. 2001, c.25, as amended, authorizes a municipality to establish a system of administrative monetary penalties for the purpose of enforcing its by-laws; AND WHEREAS the Council of the Township of Central Frontenac passed By-law 2024-43, being a By-law to establish an Administrative Monetary Penalties (AMPS) system; AND WHEREAS Council deems it expedient to amend By-law 2024-43 to designate the Parking Bylaw 2026-02 as a by-law enforceable under the AMPS system, and to establish “Schedule C Table 3” setting out the associated penalties; NOW THEREFORE the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Central Frontenac enacts as follows:
- That Schedule “A” of By-law 2024-43 is hereby amended to include the Parking By-law 2026-02 as a designated by-law under the Administrative Monetary Penalties system.
- That “Schedule C Table 3” attached hereto and forming part of this By-law, be added to By-law 2024-43 to establish the applicable penalties for contraventions of the Parking By-Law 2026-02.
- That this By-law shall come into force and take effect on the date of passing.
READ a first, second and third time, and finally passed on this 13th Day of January 2026
Frances L Smith, Mayor
Cathy MacMunn, CAO/Clerk
Central Frontenac By-Law No. 2026-02 Amend bylaw 2024-42 Designate Parking Bylaw January 13, 2026
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SCHEDULE “A” BY-LAW 2024-43 ADMINISTRATIVE PENALTY BY-LAW DESIGNATED BY-LAWS DESIGNATED BY-LAW Canine Control By-Law Safe Yard By-Law Parking By-Law
BY-LAW NUMBER 2024-41 2025-40 2026-02
SCHEDULE “C” DESIGNATED BY-LAW 2026-02 PARKING BYLAW The following tables set out the Designated By-laws, short form wording and the set penalty for each offence TABLE 3: DESIGNATED BY-LAW 2026-02 PARKING BY-LAW
1 2 3
BY-LAW SECTION s. 4(a), 4(b) s. 3(b), 4(c) s. 4(d)
4
s. 4(e)
5 6 7 8 9
s. 4(f) s. 4(g) s. 4(h) s. 4(i) s. 4(j)
10
s. 4(k)
11 12 13
s. 4(l) s. 4(m) s. 4(n)(i) s. 4(n)(ii), (iii) s. 5(d) s. 5(c)
ITEM
14 15 16
SHORT FORM WORDING (CONTRAVENTION) Parked on travelled portion of highway Parked contrary to posted signage Parked in School Bus Loading Zone Parked interfering with snow removal or maintenance Overnight parking prohibited Parked obstructing driveway or laneway Improper parking position on roadway Parked in prohibited Township property area Exceeded posted time limit Parked beside stopped or parked vehicle (double parking) Parked vehicle for sale on highway Parked on roadway six (6) metres or less Parked in Accessible Parking Space without permit Improper use of Accessible Parking Permit Obstruction of By-Law Enforcement Officer Providing false information to Officer
PENALTY AMOUNT $40 $30 $60 $60 $40 $50 $30 $30 $25 $50 $40 $50 $300 $300 $100 $100
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No Parking Anytime
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Map 1
No Parking Anytime
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MAP 2
Eagle Lake Beach - No Parking
Legend Transportation
Frontenac Road Network Highway Major Road
Secondary Road Secondary Road Secondary Road Secondary Road Secondary Road Shoreline Boundaries
Ferry
Township Boundary
Property Information
Civic Address Points Assessment Parcels No Parking Anytime
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Parking By Permit Only
Legend Transportation
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Major Road
Secondary Road Secondary Road Secondary Road Secondary Road Secondary Road Shoreline Boundaries
Ferry
Township Boundary
Property Information Civic Address Points
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School Bus Loading / No Parking
Legend Transportation
Frontenac Road Network Highway
Major Road Secondary Road
Secondary Road Secondary Road Secondary Road Secondary Road Shoreline
Ferry
Township Boundary
Property Information
Civic Address Points Assessment Parcels No Parking School Bus Loading Zone
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Village of Sharbot Lake
MAP 6
Legend Transportation
Frontenac Road Network Highway
Major Road
Secondary Road Secondary Road Secondary Road Secondary Road Secondary Road Shoreline Ferry
Property Information Civic Address Points
Assessment Parcels Accessible Parking Only 2 Hour Parking Limit 7 am - 6pm Public Parking Lots No Parking Anytime
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Map Title
MAP 7
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Frontenac Road Network Highway
Major Road
Secondary Road Secondary Road Secondary Road Secondary Road Secondary Road Shoreline Ferry
Property Information Civic Address Points
Assessment Parcels Public Parking Lots No Parking Anytime
2 Hour Parking Limit 7 am - 6pm
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Frontenac Road Network Highway
Major Road Secondary Road Secondary Road Secondary Road Secondary Road Secondary Road Shoreline Ferry
Property Information Civic Address Points
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No Parking Anytime - All Directions
MAP 9
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Frontenac Road Network Highway
Major Road
Secondary Road Secondary Road Secondary Road Secondary Road Secondary Road Shoreline Boundaries
Ferry
Township Boundary
Property Information Civic Address Points
Assessment Parcels No Parking Anytime
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Southern Elizabeth St
MAP 10
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Major Road
Secondary Road Secondary Road Secondary Road Secondary Road Secondary Road Shoreline Ferry
Property Information Civic Address Points
Assessment Parcels No Parking Anytime
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Major Road
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Property Information Civic Address Points
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STAFF REPORT TO COUNCIL Township of Central Frontenac 14216 Road 38. Sharbot Lake, Ontario
REPORT NUMBER: DATE: FROM: PREPARED BY: RE:
7-2026 January 13,2026 Cathy MacMunn, Chief Administrative Officer/Clerk Jody Legue, Deputy Clerk Public Survey Results- Draft Sewage System Standards By-Law
RECOMMENDATION WHEREAS Council, by resolution at its November 25, 2025, Regular Meeting, directed staff to release a public survey to gather comments on the Preliminary Draft Sewage System Standards By-law, with a closing date of December 31, 2025; AND WHEREAS the results of the public survey have been compiled and submitted to Council; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council hereby receives the public survey results regarding the Preliminary Draft Sewage System Standards By-law for information BACKGROUND As part of the outcomes of the Septic Reinspection Program, the Septic Reinspection Advisory Committee recommended that Council consider the adoption of a Sewage System Standards By-law as a means of addressing failed or non-compliant sewage systems identified through the program. Failing or malfunctioning sewage systems pose risks to public health and have the potential to negatively impact surface water, groundwater, and the broader natural environment. Without the Administrative Monetary Penalties System (AMPS), enforcement of failed or non-compliant septic systems is carried out through traditional means, including orders to comply issued by the Chief Building Official, Provincial Offences Act charges, or legal action. These approaches can be time-consuming, resource-intensive, and may not
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result in timely compliance. The proposed Sewage System Standards By-law, supported by an AMPS framework, provides the Township with a more effective, proportionate, and timely compliance tool to address deficiencies identified through the reinspection program. The adoption of a Sewage System Standards By-law directly supports the Township’s Strategic Priorities. Specifically, it aligns with Healthy Community Development by strengthening and supporting the enforcement of municipal by-laws, and with a Resilient Natural Environment by supporting the continuation and effectiveness of the Septic Reinspection Program. Together, these measures enhance the Township’s ability to proactively address sewage system failures, protect the environment, and promote long-term community well-being. DISCUSSION Public feedback on the draft Sewage System Standards By-law was received from a total of 62 respondents across the Township of Central Frontenac. With respect to clarity and ease of understanding, responses were mixed, with a minority indicating the by-law was clear, while the majority felt it was only somewhat clear or not clear. Several respondents noted that the by-law follows a standard municipal by-law format; however, others raised concerns about specific provisions, suggesting that certain language— such as requirements related to odours—may be overly broad and would benefit from greater specificity to better distinguish normal system operation from non-compliant conditions. Feedback regarding the proposed standards and requirements was generally more critical. A significant portion of respondents felt the standards were not reasonable or appropriate, particularly in the context of a rural municipality. Key concerns included the potential financial impact on property owners, cumulative tax pressures, rising costs of living, and the expense of required sewage system upgrades or replacements. Several respondents expressed concern about the use of Administrative Monetary Penalties, emphasizing that enforcement should be proportionate and used as a last resort. While some respondents acknowledged the importance of maintaining safe and functional sewage systems to protect public health and the natural environment, there was a recurring theme that Council should consider flexibility, timing, and alternative compliance approaches in light of current economic conditions.
STRATEGIC PLAN PRIORITY
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Healthy Community Development- Strengthen and support the enforcement of bylaws Resilient Natural Environment- Continue the Septic Reinspection Program FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS N/A ATTACHMENTS/REFERENCES Public Survey Results
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TERMS OF REFERENCE FOR: Heritage Festival Committee 2023-2026
Mandate/Purpose: The heritage festival committee is a group of volunteers who come together each fall to plan, coordinate and deliver an annual Heritage event, celebrating the cultural, historical, and community heritage of the Township the long weekend in February.
Objectives:
- Develop schedule for the Heritage Festival events.
- Coordinate the event considering location(s), timing, activities and services.
- Encourage community involvement by working with existing community groups and organizations.
- Prepare and manage an annual festival budget within the allocation approved by Council.
- Consult with township staff regarding municipal policies, bylaws, safety requirements, and accessibility standards.
- Provide regular updates and a final report to Council following the event.
Organization of the Committee: ❖ STANDING/AD HOC: The Committee shall be comprised of up to 12 members, 2 of which shall be Councillor(s) appointed by council and 10 community members ❖ Community members should be interested in heritage activities, community programming and local events. ❖ A Council representative must be appointed Chair pursuant to the Township’s Procedural By-law.
Adopted: xxx xx, 2025
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Procedures for Committee ❖ The committee shall adopt and follow the Procedural By-Law approved by Council for the calling and running of meetings, including providing advance public notice of meetings and preparation of a formal agenda following the format set out in the procedural bylaw for committees. ❖ Agendas and approved minutes shall be given to the Clerk or designee to be uploaded to the website in a timely manner. Approved minutes shall be placed on the next council meeting agenda for council’s information. In time-sensitive situations or when a committee does not meet regularly, draft minutes may be placed on the council agenda, provided they are noted as “draft”.
Resources ❖ The committee will seek community space for meetings.
Adopted: xxx xx, 2025
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THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF CENTRAL FRONTENAC BY-LAW # 2026-01 BEING A BY-LAW FOR THE ESTABLISHMENT OF AND THE ENFORCEMENT OF PARKING REGULATIONS IN THE TOWNSHIP OF CENTRAL FRONTENAC
WHEREAS section 11(3) of the Municipal Act, 2001, S.O. 2001 c. 25 (the “Municipal Act”), provides that a municipality may pass by-laws for the purpose of regulating and prohibiting traffic and parking upon the highways under its jurisdiction; AND WHEREAS subsection 102.1 (1) of the Municipal Act provides that a municipality may require a person to pay an administrative penalty if the municipality is satisfied that the person failed to comply with any by-laws respecting the parking, standing or stopping of vehicles; AND WHEREAS Ontario Regulation 333/07: Administrative Penalties , pursuant to the Municipal Act, 2001 prescribes the regulations applicable to administrative penalties issued in respect of the parking, standing or stopping of vehicles; AND WHEREAS section 63 (1) of the Municipal Act provides that a municipality may provide for the removal and impounding or restraining and immobilising of vehicles placed, stopped, standing or parked on a highway in contravention of the by-law and subsection 170(15) of the Highway Traffic Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. H.8 applies with necessary modifications to the by-law; AND WHEREAS sections 100 and 100.1 of the Municipal Act provides that a local municipality may regulate and prohibit parking on private or municipal property; AND WHEREAS section 102 of the Municipal Act provides that a local municipality may require owners or operators of parking lots or other parking facilities to which public has access, to provide designated parking spaces for vehicles displaying a disabled parking permits and shall prescribe conditions of the use of disabled parking permits and prohibit the improper use of such permits; AND WHEREAS the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Central Frontenac desires to regulate traffic and parking on private and municipal property upon the highways within the municipality of Central Frontenac; AND WHEREAS the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Central Frontenac deems it expedient to regulate traffic and parking;
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Now therefore the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Central Frontenac enacts as follows:
- DEFINITIONS The following definitions shall apply to this By-Law: Accessible Parking Space means a parking space reserved for persons with disabilities as identified with authorized signs in accordance with section 11 of Ontario Regulation 581 made under the Highway Traffic Act. By-Law Enforcement Officer means any person appointed by the Township to enforce this or other by-laws of the Township. Highway means a common and public highway, any part of which is used by the general public for the passage of vehicles, and includes a street, road allowance, public lane, and any bridge, trestle, viaduct or structure that forms part of a highway. Park and parking mean the standing of a vehicle, whether occupied or not, except when standing temporarily for the purpose of and while actually engaged in loading or unloading goods or passengers; Police Officer shall mean a police officer as defined under the Community Safety and Policing Act, 2019, S.O. 2019, or its successor legislation. Public Works Manager means the person appointed to the position of Manager of Public Works for the Township of Central Frontenac or such similar position as may be established, from time to time. School Bus Loading Zone means the portion of a roadway or curb area designated by official signage for the exclusive use of school buses to pick up or drop off students, during the times indicated on the signage. Stop and stopping means the halting of a vehicle, even momentarily, whether occupied or not, except when necessary to avoid conflict with other traffic or in compliance with the directions of a police officer or of a traffic control sign or signal; Township means the Corporation of the Township of Central Frontenac Vehicle includes a motor vehicle and any other vehicle drawn, propelled or driven by any kind of power, including muscular power. Central Frontenac By-Law No. 2026-01 Final Parking By-law January 13, 2026
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2. APPLICATION a. This by-law applies to all Township highways and municipal parking lots, and all other property owned or occupied by the Township b. This by-law does not apply to a provincial highway or to a private road. c. This by-law does not apply to private parking lots. d. The attached Schedule(s) form part of this by-law. 3. TRAFFIC SIGNS AND SIGNALS a. The Public Works Manager or his or her designate is authorized to place or erect and maintain such official signs and traffic control signals as are required to give effect to the provisions of this Bylaw or as are required to warn or guide traffic for the safety or convenience of the public. b. A contravention of any parking regulation in this by-law occurs when a person fails to comply with the parking requirements as indicated by signs erected under this by-law 4. PARKING/STOPPING REGULATIONS a. No person shall park or stop a vehicle on the travelled portion of any highway at any time, except: i. When necessary to avoid conflict with other traffic; or ii. When required to comply with the directions of a police officer, a bylaw enforcement officer or a traffic control device. b. No person shall permit a vehicle under their control to be stopped or parked in such a manner as to obstruct or interfere with the normal movement of traffic on the traveled portion of the roadway. c. No person shall park or permit to be parked a vehicle on a highway or parts of highways contrary to any of the restrictions specified in Schedule “A” of this by-law. d. No person shall park or permit a vehicle to be parked within a School Bus Loading Zone during the times and on the days indicated by official signage, except for emergency vehicles. e. No person shall park or permit to be parked a vehicle on a highway or parts of highways at any time when such parking may obstruct or interfere with the removal of snow, or maintenance of the highway by municipal equipment or work crews. f. No person shall park a vehicle on any highway within the limits of the Township, or in any Township-owned parking lot, between the hours of 12:00 Central Frontenac By-Law No. 2026-01 Final Parking By-law January 13, 2026
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a.m. and 7:00 a.m., from November 15 of any year to March 31 of the following year (Eastern Standard Time). g. No person shall park a vehicle on a highway or parts of a highway at any time where the parked vehicle obstructs, or interferes with, the open access to and from a highway or a private laneway. h. No person shall park a vehicle on a highway or portion thereof except as follows: i. On highways carrying two-way traffic, where there is a raised curb, on the right side of the roadway of the highway having regard to the direction such vehicle was travelling, with its right front and rear wheels parallel to and not more than 30 centimeters out from such curb; ii. On highways carrying two-way traffic, where there is no curb or a rolled curb, with the right front and rear wheels parallel to and as near to the right -hand limit of the highway as is practicable without stopping over any part of a highway which is landscaped, or which is not intended for the use of vehicles i. No person shall park any motor vehicle on a property of the Township which parking is by sign designated as an area in which parking is prohibited. j. No person shall park any motor vehicle on a property of the Township where parking is by sign regulated by time limits for a longer period of time than that set out on the sign. k. No person shall park a vehicle on the roadway-side of any stopped or parked vehicle. l. No person shall park a vehicle on a highway for the purpose of displaying a vehicle for sale. m. No person shall park on a highway where the roadway width is six (6) metres or less. n. The following shall apply to Accessible Parking Spaces: i. No person shall park a motor vehicle in an Accessible Parking Space unless a valid accessible parking permit is visibly displayed on its dashboard or on the sun visor in accordance with the provisions of the Highway Traffic Act. ii. A displayed accessible parking permit shall not be valid when the motor vehicle in or on which it is displayed is not actually being used for the purposes of picking up or transporting a person with a disability as defined under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, S.O. 2005, c. 11. iii. No person, other than the person to whom it was issued or a person conveying the person to whom it was issued, or a person providing transportation services for a corporation or organization to whom it was Central Frontenac By-Law No. 2026-01 Final Parking By-law January 13, 2026
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issued to provide transportation services primarily to persons with disabilities shall use or display an accessible parking permit. 5. ENFORCEMENT a. This By-Law may be enforced by any By-Law Enforcement Officer or police officer. b. Any By-Law Enforcement Officer or police officer is authorized to issue a penalty notice in accordance with the Township’s Administrative Monetary Penalty By-Law 2024-43 to any person who contravenes a provision of this by-law, and may have any vehicle found in contravention of this by-law moved, removed, towed, detained, or impounded from a highway or from property near a highway in accordance with section 63(1) of the Municipal Act. c. No person shall provide false information or give a false statement to a ByLaw Enforcement Officer or police officer in the lawful exercise of a power or duty under this By-Law. d. No person shall hinder or otherwise obstruct, nor attempt to hinder or obstruct, either directly or indirectly, a By-Law Enforcement Officer or police officer in the lawful exercise of a power or duty under this By-Law. Without limiting the generality of the foregoing, failure to provide satisfactory proof of identification when requested to do shall constitute obstruction under this section. 6. PENALTIES a. Each day a vehicle is parked, stopped or standing in contravention of this Bylaw shall constitute a separate offence. b. In addition to any other penalties provided by this by-law, a police officer or By-Law Enforcement Officer may cause such vehicle to be moved or taken to and placed or stored in a suitable place and all costs and charges for the removing, care and storage thereof, if any, are a lien upon the vehicle being released and may be enforced in the manner provided by the Repair and Storage Liens Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter R.25 as amended. c. All parking, stopping, and standing provisions in this by-law are hereby designated for the purposes of section 3(1)(b) of Ontario Regulation 333/07 as provisions to which the Township’s Administrative Monetary Penalty ByLaw 2024-43 applies.
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d. Every person who contravenes a provision of this by-law shall, when given a penalty notice under By-Law 2024-43, in accordance with said By-Law, be liable to pay the Corporation an administrative penalty in the amount specified. e. Administrative penalties shall be administered in accordance with By-Law 2024-43, including procedures respecting the issuance of penalty notices, screening reviews, hearing reviews, service of notices, payment deadlines, and any related administrative fees. 7. ADMINISTRATION a. By-Law Enforcement Officers and police officers are exempt from complying with the provisions of this by-law while actively engaged in its enforcement. b. The provisions of this by-law are subject to the provisions of the Highway Traffic Act as amended, which statute shall prevail to the extent of any conflict. c. In the event that any section of this By-Law, including any section or part of any of the schedules hereto, is declared by a Court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, the remaining parts shall remain valid and binding and shall be read as if the offending section had been struck out. 8. This By-Law is to be referred to as the “Parking Bylaw” 9. By-Law numbers 2004-156 & 2012-34 are hereby repealed 10. This By-Law shall come into force and take effect on its passing.
READ a first, second and third time, and finally passed on this 13th day of January 2026
Cindy Kelsey, Deputy Mayor
Cathy MacMunn, CAO/Clerk
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SCHEDULE “A” PARKING RESTRICTIONS Type
Highway
From
To
Direction
Handicap
Arden Road Parking Lot across from 1099 Garrett St.
Handicap
Oso Hall. Parking Lot
1107
Handicap
Elizabeth Street
1036
Handicap
Township office
14216
No Parking
Crow Lake Road
1895A
No Parking
Public Beach Road
1044
No Parking
Eagle Lake Road
1277
No Parking
Elizabeth Street
1053
No Parking
Cannon Road
1180
Both Directions Boat Launch and Loading Area
No Parking
Elizabeth Street
1036
East
Handicap
5998
1099
of
Signs
2
Notes No Parking
- By Permit Only
1
No Parking
- By Permit Only
14216
1066
1061
North bound Boat Launch and Loading Area Both Directions Boat Launch, Loading Area & Beach
4
8
1
No Parking
- By Permit Only No Parking
- By Permit Only
2
No Parking
- By Permit Only No Parking Anytime in Boat Launch
1
No Parking Anytime
2
1
No Parking Anytime
3
2
No Parking Anytime
7
3
No Parking Anytime Gov’t Dock
7
1
No Parking Anytime
8
1 East
Map
8 8
11
1
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No Parking
Road 38
14153
No Parking
Medical Center Road
1007
No Parking
No Parking
Road 38
14153
14225
Medical Center Road
2
No Parking Anytime on Road 38 (30 meters from intersection) No Parking Anytime Helipad Access
5
No Parking Anytime
10
South Bound Lane
2
No Parking Anytime 30 m North and South of Robert St Across from Twp Office
11
North and South
4
Southbound
3
Southbound Lane
Road 38
14202
No Parking
Road 38
Gorden Crescent North End
14216 Gorden Crescent South End
School Bus Loading Zone
Dickson Crescent
Road 38
1056 Dickson Crescent
Both Directions
Time Restriction
Elizabeth Street
1094
1102
North
1
Time Restriction
Elizabeth Street
1043
1053
West
2
Time Restriction
Elizabeth Street
1012
1046
East
4
2
No Parking Anytime no parking 7 am- 4pm, Monday to Friday, during school year 2 Hour Parking Limit 7 am 6pm 2 Hour Parking Limit 7 am 6pm 2 Hour Parking Limit 7 am 6pm
9
9
5
5
7
8
10
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SCHEDULE “B” PARKING RESTRICTION MAPS
Map 1
Crow Lake Boat Launch
Map 2
Long Lake Boat Launch
Map 3
Eagle Lake Boat Launch
Map 4
Kennebec Hall
Map 5
Dickson Crescent
Map 6
Village of Sharbot Lake
Map 7
Lower Elizabeth St at Cannon Rd.
Map 8
Sharbot Lake Business Hub
Map 9
Road 38 To Medical Center
Map 10
Road 38 & Elizabeth St.
Map 11
Road 38 & Township Office
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SCHEDULE “C” PARKING RESTRICTIONS SHORT FORM WORDING Item Short Form Wording (Contravention)
By-Law Section
1
Parked on travelled portion of highway
s. 4(a), 4(b)
2
Parked contrary to posted signage
s. 3(b), 4(c)
3
Parked in School Bus Loading Zone
s. 4(d)
4
Parked interfering with snow removal or maintenance
s. 4(e)
5
Overnight parking prohibited
s. 4(f)
6
Parked obstructing driveway or laneway
s. 4(g)
7
Improper parking position on roadway
s. 4(h)
8
Parked in prohibited Township property area
s. 4(i)
9
Exceeded posted time limit
s. 4(j)
10
Parked beside stopped or parked vehicle (double parking)
s. 4(k)
11
Parked vehicle for sale on highway
s. 4(l)
12
Parked on roadway six (6) metres or less
s. 4(m)
13
Parked in Accessible Parking Space without permit
s. 4(n)(i)
14
Improper use of Accessible Parking Permit
s. 4(n)(ii), (iii)
15
Obstruction of By-Law Enforcement Officer
s. 5(d)
16
Providing false information to Officer
s. 5(c)
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No Parking Anytime
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Map 1
No Parking Anytime
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MAP 2
Eagle Lake Beach - No Parking
Legend Transportation
Frontenac Road Network Highway Major Road
Secondary Road Secondary Road Secondary Road Secondary Road Secondary Road Shoreline Boundaries
Ferry
Township Boundary
Property Information
Civic Address Points Assessment Parcels No Parking Anytime
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Notes
Parking By Permit Only
Legend Transportation
Frontenac Road Network Highway
Major Road
Secondary Road Secondary Road Secondary Road Secondary Road Secondary Road Shoreline Boundaries
Ferry
Township Boundary
Property Information Civic Address Points
Assessment Parcels Accessible Parking Only
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Notes MAP 4
School Bus Loading / No Parking
Legend Transportation
Frontenac Road Network Highway
Major Road Secondary Road
Secondary Road Secondary Road Secondary Road Secondary Road Shoreline
Ferry
Township Boundary
Property Information
Civic Address Points Assessment Parcels No Parking School Bus Loading Zone
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Village of Sharbot Lake
MAP 6
Legend Transportation
Frontenac Road Network Highway
Major Road
Secondary Road Secondary Road Secondary Road Secondary Road Secondary Road Shoreline Ferry
Property Information Civic Address Points
Assessment Parcels Accessible Parking Only 2 Hour Parking Limit 7 am - 6pm Public Parking Lots No Parking Anytime
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No Parking Anytime / 2 Hour Parking Limit 7 am - 6pm / No Parking - By Permit Only / Public Parking Lots
Map Title
MAP 7
Legend Transportation
Frontenac Road Network Highway
Major Road
Secondary Road Secondary Road Secondary Road Secondary Road Secondary Road Shoreline Ferry
Property Information Civic Address Points
Assessment Parcels Public Parking Lots No Parking Anytime
2 Hour Parking Limit 7 am - 6pm
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No Parking Anytime / 2 Hour Parking Limit 7 am - 6pm / Public Parking Lot
Map Title
MAP 8
Legend Transportation
Frontenac Road Network Highway
Major Road Secondary Road Secondary Road Secondary Road Secondary Road Secondary Road Shoreline Ferry
Property Information Civic Address Points
Assessment Parcels Public Parking Lots Accessible Parking Only No Parking Anytime 2 Hour Parking Limit 7 am - 6pm
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No Parking Anytime / 2 Hour Parking Limit 7 am - 6pm / No Parking - By Permit Only /Public Parking Lot
No Parking Anytime - All Directions
MAP 9
Legend Transportation
Frontenac Road Network Highway
Major Road
Secondary Road Secondary Road Secondary Road Secondary Road Secondary Road Shoreline Boundaries
Ferry
Township Boundary
Property Information Civic Address Points
Assessment Parcels No Parking Anytime
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Southern Elizabeth St
MAP 10
Legend Transportation
Frontenac Road Network Highway
Major Road
Secondary Road Secondary Road Secondary Road Secondary Road Secondary Road Shoreline Ferry
Property Information Civic Address Points
Assessment Parcels No Parking Anytime
2 Hour Parking Limit 7 am - 6pm
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No Parking Anytime 30m from intersection - Both Directions / 2 Hour Parking Limit 7 am - 6pm
Map Title
MAP 11
Legend Transportation
Frontenac Road Network Highway
Major Road
Secondary Road Secondary Road Secondary Road Secondary Road Secondary Road Shoreline Ferry
Property Information Civic Address Points
Assessment Parcels Public Parking Lots Accessible Parking Only No Parking Anytime
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Notes
No Parking Anytime / No Parking - By Permit Only /Public Parking Lot
THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF CENTRAL FRONTENAC BY-LAW #2026-02 BEING A BY-LAW TO AMEND BY-LAW 2024-43, BEING A BY-LAW TO ESTABLISH AN ADMINISTRATIVE MONETARY PENALTIES (AMPS) SYSTEM FOR THE TOWNSHIP OF CENTRAL FRONTENAC WHEREAS the Municipal Act, 2001, S.O. 2001, c.25, as amended, authorizes a municipality to establish a system of administrative monetary penalties for the purpose of enforcing its by-laws; AND WHEREAS the Council of the Township of Central Frontenac passed By-law 2024-43, being a By-law to establish an Administrative Monetary Penalties (AMPS) system; AND WHEREAS Council deems it expedient to amend By-law 2024-43 to designate the Parking Bylaw 2026-02 as a by-law enforceable under the AMPS system, and to establish “Schedule C Table 3” setting out the associated penalties; NOW THEREFORE the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Central Frontenac enacts as follows:
- That Schedule “A” of By-law 2024-43 is hereby amended to include the Parking By-law 2026-02 as a designated by-law under the Administrative Monetary Penalties system.
- That “Schedule C Table 3” attached hereto and forming part of this By-law, be added to By-law 2024-43 to establish the applicable penalties for contraventions of the Parking By-Law 2026-02.
- That this By-law shall come into force and take effect on the date of passing.
READ a first, second and third time, and finally passed on this 13th Day of January 2026
Frances L Smith, Mayor
Cathy MacMunn, CAO/Clerk
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SCHEDULE “A” BY-LAW 2024-43 ADMINISTRATIVE PENALTY BY-LAW DESIGNATED BY-LAWS DESIGNATED BY-LAW Canine Control By-Law Safe Yard By-Law Parking By-Law
BY-LAW NUMBER 2024-41 2025-40 2026-02
SCHEDULE “C” DESIGNATED BY-LAW 2026-02 PARKING BYLAW The following tables set out the Designated By-laws, short form wording and the set penalty for each offence TABLE 3: DESIGNATED BY-LAW 2026-02 PARKING BY-LAW
1 2 3
BY-LAW SECTION s. 4(a), 4(b) s. 3(b), 4(c) s. 4(d)
4
s. 4(e)
5 6 7 8 9
s. 4(f) s. 4(g) s. 4(h) s. 4(i) s. 4(j)
10
s. 4(k)
11 12 13
s. 4(l) s. 4(m) s. 4(n)(i) s. 4(n)(ii), (iii) s. 5(d) s. 5(c)
ITEM
14 15 16
SHORT FORM WORDING (CONTRAVENTION) Parked on travelled portion of highway Parked contrary to posted signage Parked in School Bus Loading Zone Parked interfering with snow removal or maintenance Overnight parking prohibited Parked obstructing driveway or laneway Improper parking position on roadway Parked in prohibited Township property area Exceeded posted time limit Parked beside stopped or parked vehicle (double parking) Parked vehicle for sale on highway Parked on roadway six (6) metres or less Parked in Accessible Parking Space without permit Improper use of Accessible Parking Permit Obstruction of By-Law Enforcement Officer Providing false information to Officer
PENALTY AMOUNT $40 $30 $60 $60 $40 $50 $30 $30 $25 $50 $40 $50 $300 $300 $100 $100
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THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF CENTRAL FRONTENAC BY-LAW # 2026-03 BEING A BY-LAW TO APPOINT A COMMITTEE OF ADJUSTMENT
WHEREAS Section 44 of the Planning Act, Chapter P13, R.S.O. 1990, as amended, authorizes the Municipal Council to pass a by-law to constitute and appoint a Committee of Adjustment for the Township of Central Frontenac. AND WHEREAS Section 44(3) requires that members who are municipal council are to be appointed annually; AND WHEREAS the Committee shall be composed of not fewer than three. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Central Frontenac enacts as follows:
- That the Committee of Adjustment for the Township of Central Frontenac for 2026 shall consist of all elected officials of Council, namely Frances Smith, Cindy Kelsey, C. Lynn Klages, Bill Everett, Danny Meeks, Susan Irwin, Duncan McGregor, Nicki Gowdy and Phillip Smith.
- That the Committee shall elect one of themselves as chair, and when the chair is absent through illness or otherwise, the Committee may appoint another member to act as acting chair.
- That the Planning Coordinator be the Secretary-Treasurer of the Committee of Adjustment, with either the Deputy Clerk and/or CAO/Clerk as the Alternate Secretary-Treasurer. The Secretary-Treasurer shall keep on file minutes and records of all applications and the decisions thereon and of all other official business of the Committee.
- That, in addition to complying with the requirements of the Planning Act, the Committee shall comply with such rules of procedure as are prescribed.
- That the Committee of Adjustment, upon the application of the owner of any land, building or structure affected by any by-law that is passed under Section 34 or 38 of the Planning Act or a predecessor of such sections, or any person authorized in writing by the owner, may despite any other Act, authorize such minor variance from the provisions of the by-law in respect of the land, building or structure or the use thereof, as in its opinion is desirable for the appropriate development or use of the land, building or structure, if in the opinion of the Committee the general intent and purpose of the by-law and of the Official Plan, are maintained. Central Frontenac By-Law No. 2026-03 Being a By-Law to Appoint a Committee of Adjustment January 13, 2025
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6. Pursuant to Section 54 (2) of the Planning Act R.S.O. 1990, the authority to grant consent(s) shall be delegated to the Committee of Adjustment. 7. This by-law shall repeal By-law # 2025-09 and become effective upon its passing. READ a first, second and third time and finally passed this 13th day of January, 2026.
Frances L Smith, Mayor
Cathy MacMunn, CAO/Clerk
Central Frontenac By-Law No. 2026-03 Being a By-Law to Appoint a Committee of Adjustment January 13, 2025
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THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF CENTRAL FRONTENAC BY-LAW #2026-04 BEING A BY-LAW TO CONFIRM THE REGULAR MEETING OF COUNCIL HELD ON DECEMBER 9TH, 2025
The Council of the Corporation of the Township of Central Frontenac enacts as follows: The actions of the Council at the Regular Council meeting held on the 13th day of January 2026 in respect of each report, motion, resolution, or other action passed and taken by the Council at its meeting, is hereby adopted, ratified, and confirmed. The Mayor and the proper officers of the Corporation are hereby authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to the said action, to obtain approvals where required, and, except where otherwise provided, to execute all documents necessary on that behalf in accordance with the by-laws of Council relating thereto. Read a first, second, and third time and finally passed this 13th day of January 2026.
Frances Smith, Mayor
Cathy MacMunn, CAO/Clerk
Central Frontenac By-law No. 2026-04 Confirming By-Law January 13, 2026
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