01-21 Regular Council Meeting

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Frontenac County Council Meeting Wednesday, January 21, 2026, 9:30 AM County of Frontenac Administration Building 2069 Battersea Road, Glenburnie, ON Meeting YouTube link

Call to Order We begin this gathering by acknowledging and celebrating these traditional lands as a gathering place of the first peoples and their ancestors who are entrusted to care for mother earth since time immemorial. We do so respecting both the land and the Indigenous People who continue to walk with us through this world. Today, the County is committed to working with Indigenous peoples and all residents to pursue a united path of reconciliation.

Roll Call

Closed Session

Approval of Addendum

Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest and General Nature Thereof

Minutes of Meeting held December 17, 2025 Resolved That the minutes of the regular Council meeting held December 17, 2025 be adopted. 25-12-17 Regular Council Minutes

Delegations and or Presentations

Proclamations 8.1.

National 211 Day Whereas every year on February 11th, United Ways and 211 programs across Canada celebrate National 211 Day, which is a public awareness initiative for the award-winning 211 service that helps guide individuals and families through the complex network of human services, and; Whereas 211 provides the residents, workers and agencies of Frontenac County with information and referrals to the complete range of government, health, community and social services in their communities, and; Whereas 211 is a free and confidential service available 24/7 in 200+

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languages by phone, online at 211ontario.ca and via text, chat and email available to all Canadians for free when they need help dealing with life’s challenges; Now Therefore Be It Resolved That the day of February 11th 2026, be proclaimed “211 Day” in the County of Frontenac and do commend its thoughtful observance to all citizens of our municipality.

Move into Committee of the Whole That Council adjourn and meet as Committee of the Whole Council, with the Deputy Warden in the Chair.

10. Briefings 10.1. CAO Briefing Mr. Kevin Farrell, Chief Administrative Officer, will provide Council with his monthly CAO briefing. 2026-01-21 CAO Monthly Report

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11. Unfinished Business
12. Consent Reports from the Chief Administrative Officer
13. Committee of Management of Fairmount Home
14. Recommend Reports from the Chief Administrative Officer 14.1. Report 2026-001 - Corporate Services Authorization to enter into a Transfer Payment Agreement with the Province of Ontario Be It Resolved That the Council of the County of Frontenac authorize the Warden and Clerk to execute a Transfer Payment Agreement with the Province of Ontario for provincial assistance for incremental costs related to the March 2025 ice storm. Report 2026-001 - Corporate Services Authorization to enter into a Transfer Payment Agreement with the Province of Ontario

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14.2. Report 2026-002 - Corporate Services Authorization to enter into a Lease Extension Agreement with the City of Kingston for 1665 Highway 15 Be It Resolved That the Council of the County of Frontenac authorize the Warden and Clerk to enter into a Lease Extension Agreement with the City of Kingston for the property municipally known as 1665 Highway 15, Kingston. Report 2026-002 - Corporate Services Authorization to enter into a Lease Extension Agreement with the City of Kingston for 1665 Highway 15

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14.3. Report 2026-005 - Corporate Services 2026 User Fees and Charges Bylaw Resolved That Council pass a by-law later in the meeting to Impose User Fees and Charges for Services and rescind By-law 2025-002 being a By-law to Impose User Fees and Charges for Services. Report 2026-005 - Corporate Services 2026 User Fees and Charges By-law

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14.4. Report 2026-006 - Corporate Services 2026 Temporary Borrowing By-law Be It Resolved That the Clerk be directed to introduce a by-law later in the meeting to authorize current borrowings from time to time during 2026. Report 2026-006 - Corporate Services 2026 Temporary Borrowing By-law

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14.5. Report 2026-004 - Corporate Services 2025 Canada Community-Building Fund Allocation Amendment Be It Resolved That the Clerk for the County of Frontenac is authorized to bring forward an amending By-Law for the distribution of the Canada Community-Building Fund (C.C.B.F) for 2025. Report 2026-004 - Corporate Services 2025 Canada Community-Building Fund Allocation Amendment

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15. Information Reports from the Chief Administrative Officer 15.1. Report 2026-003 - Office of the Chief Administrative Officer Unified Road Naming and Civic Addressing Policy for Frontenac County Report 2026-003 - Office of the Chief Administrative Officer Unified Road Naming and Civic Addressing Policy for Frontenac County

16. Reports from Advisory Committees of County Council

17. Return to Council That Council revert from Committee of the Whole Council, to Council.

18. Adoption of the Report of the Committee of the Whole Council That the report of the Committee of the Whole Council be adopted and that the necessary actions or by-laws be enacted.

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19. Motions Notice of Which has Been Given 20. Giving Notice of Motion 21. Communications That Council consent to the following communications of interest to Council listed below be received and filed:

1. From Grey Sauble Conservation providing its submission to the ERO Posting, opposing the consolidation of Ontario’s conservation authorities
2. From Tay Valley Township regarding a Resolution on the Proposed Boundaries for the Regional Consolidation of Ontario’s Conservation Authorities
3. From the Ganaraska Conservation regarding a Resolution calling for further consultation on the consolidation of conservation authorities
4. From the Municipality of Grey Highlands regarding a Resolution concerning the Conservation Authority Changes
5. From the Municipality of Meaford regarding a Resolution concerning the Proposed Conservation Authority Consolidations
6. From the Town of Smiths Falls regarding a Resolution on the Consolidation of Conservation Authorities
7. From the Town of Smiths Falls regarding a Resolution Urging the Province to Reinstate the Eligibility for Curbside Blue Box Collection
8. From the Township of Drummond North Elmsley regarding a Resolution of Support for Consolidation Provincial Conservation Agency
9. From the Township of Hamilton regarding a Resolution of Support of Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority Resolution concerning Consolidation of conservation authorities
10. From the Township of Nairn and Hyman regarding a Resolution concerning the Elect Respect Pledge
11. From the Township of Nairn and Hyman regarding a Resolution of support for Steel and Lumber Sectors
12. From the Township of Nairn and Hyman regarding a Resolution of support for the request for Nation Building Improvements to Highway 11 and 17
13. From the United Counties of Stormont, Dundas & Glengarry regarding a Resolution opposing the consolidation of Conservation Authorities
14. From the City of Brantford regarding a Resolution concerning the Call for Reform and Publication of the Ontario Sex Offender Registry

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15. From the Municipality of South Huron regarding a Resolution on the Proposed Boundaries for the Regional Consolidation of Ontario’s Conservation Authorities (UTRCA) 16. From the Town of Cobourg Council regarding a Resolution concerning the GRCA Board Resolution in response to Bill 68 and consolidation of CA’s 17. From the Town of Cobourg regarding a Resolution on Elbows Up for Climate Action 18. From the Township of Scugog regarding a Resolution concerning Regional Consolidation of Conservation Authorities 19. From the United Counties of Leeds and Grenville regarding a Resolution concerning the Municipal Accountability Act 20. From the City of Stratford regarding a Resolution concerning Bill 68 and the Conservation Authorities 21. From the City of Welland regarding a Resolution on Call to Action for Justice and Protection of Canada’s Children 22. From the Eastern Ontario Warden’s Caucus Announcing its 2026 Chair and ViceChair 23. From the EOWC regarding a Resolution concerning OMERS Governance Changes and Bill 68 24. From the Municipality of Shuniah regarding a Resolution concerning Bill 9 and Municipal Accountability 25. From the Town of Saugeen Shores regarding a Resolution opposing the amalgamation of Conservation Authorities 26. From the Township of Larder Lake regarding a Resolution to Support the Elect Respect Pledge

22. Other Business
23. Bylaws General Bylaws and Confirmatory Bylaw 23.1. First and Second Reading Resolved That leave be given the mover to introduce by-laws 2) through 7) that have been circulated to all Members of County Council and that by-laws

2. through 7) be read a first and second time.

23.2. Third Reading Resolved That by-laws 1) through 7) be read a third time, signed, sealed and finally passed.

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23.3. Bylaws

1. By-law 2025-044 To declare lands of the County owned property located in Tichborne near Fream Street; legally described as CON 1 PT LOTS 18 TO 20 CON 2 PT LOTS 16 20 AND 21 in the former township of Hinchinbrooke, surplus for the purpose of transferring excess portions of the K&P Trail to 11628 Road 38.

2. By-law 2026-001 To authorize the Execution of a Transfer Payment Agreement with the Province of Ontario for provincial assistance for incremental costs related to the March 2025 ice storm

3. By-law 2026-002 To authorize the Warden and Clerk to enter into a Lease Extension Agreement with the City of Kingston for the property municipally known as 1665 Highway 15, Kingston.

4. By-law 2026-003 To amend By-law 2025-044 (to authorize the Corporation of the County of Frontenac to distribute the Canada Community Building Fund)

5. By-law 2026-004 To Impose User Fees and Charges for Services

6. By-law 2026-005 To authorize temporary borrowing for current expenditures for the year 2026

7. By-law 2026-006 To confirm all actions and proceedings of County Council on January 21, 2026 By-law 2025-033 To declare lands of the County owned property located in Tichborne near Fream Street (2) By-law 2026-001 to authorize the Execution of a Transfer Payment Agreement with the Province of Ontario for provincial assistance for incremental costs related to the March 2025 ice storm By-Law 2026-002 to authorize the Warden and Clerk to enter into a Lease Extension Agreement with the City of Kingston for the property municipally known as 1665 Highway 15, Kingston By-Law 2026-003 - To Distribute 2025 Canada Community Building Fund to the Township By-law 2026-004- User Fees and Charges for Services 2026 By-Law 2026-005 - To Authorize Temporary Borrowing for 2026 By-law 2026-006 Confirmatory

8. Adjournment That the meeting hereby adjourn at

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Minutes of the Regular Meeting of Council December 17, 2025 A regular meeting of the Council of the County of Frontenac was held in the Frontenac Room of the County Administrative Office, 2069 Battersea Road, Glenburnie on December 17, 2025 at 9:30 AM. Present:

Warden Bill Saunders, Deputy Warden Ron Vandewal, Councillors Fred Fowler, Nicki Gowdy, Ray Leonard, and Gerry Lichty

Regrets:

Councillors Judy Greenwood-Speers and Fran Smith

Also Present:

County: Richard Allen, Manager of Economic Development Jannette Amini, Manager of Legislative Services/Clerk Susan Brant, Administrator-Fairmount Home Rob Dillbough, Manager of Marine Services Kevin Farrell, Chief Administrative Officer Joe Gallivan, Director of Planning and Economic Development Marc Goudie, Chief/Director of Emergency & Transportation Services Alex Lemieux, Director of Corporate Services/Treasurer Brieanna McEathron, Deputy Clerk Barb McCulloch, Director of Human Resource

Call to Order We begin this gathering by acknowledging and celebrating these traditional lands as a gathering place of the first peoples and their ancestors who are entrusted to care for mother earth since time immemorial. We do so respecting both the land and the Indigenous People who continue to walk with us through this world. Today, the County is committed to working with Indigenous peoples and all residents to pursue a united path of reconciliation. Closed Session Approval of Addendum

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Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest and General Nature Thereof There were none. Adoption of Minutes a)

Minutes of Meeting held November 19, 2025

Motion #: 213-25

Moved By: Seconded By:

Councillor Lichty Councillor Gowdy

Resolved That the minutes of the regular Council meeting held November 19, 2025 be adopted. Carried Delegations and/or Presentations Proclamations Move into Committee of the Whole Motion #: 214-25

Moved By: Seconded By:

Councillor Leonard Councillor Fowler

That Council adjourn and meet as Committee of the Whole Council, with the Deputy Warden in the Chair. Carried Briefings a)

Mr. Kevin Farrell, Chief Administrative Officer, provided Council with his monthly CAO briefing. Unfinished Business Consent Reports from the Chief Administrative Officer Committee of Management of Fairmount Home

Regular Meeting of Council Minutes December 17, 2025

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a)

Move into Committee of Management of Fairmount Home

Motion #: 215-25

Moved By: Seconded By:

Councillor Lichty Councillor Gowdy

That Committee of the Whole Council adjourn and meet as Committee of Management of Fairmount Home, with the Deputy Warden in the Chair. Carried b) c)

d)

2025-102 Fairmount Home CARF Accreditation 2025-103 Fairmount Home Q3 Quarterly Update Report Return to Committee of the Whole Council

Motion #: 216-25

Moved By: Seconded By:

Councillor Leonard Warden Saunders

That the Committee of Management of Fairmount Home adjourn and revert back to Committee of the Whole Council. Carried Recommend Reports from the Chief Administrative Officer a)

2025-093 Corporate Services 2025 Canada Community-Building Fund Allocation Motion #: 217-25 Moved By: Councillor Fowler Seconded By: Councillor Lichty Be It Resolved That the Council of the County of Frontenac accept the Corporate Services – 2025 Canada Community-Building Fund Distribution By-law report; And Further That the Clerk be directed to bring forward a by-law to authorize the distribution of the Canada Community-Building Fund allocation to the Townships for 2025. Carried

Regular Meeting of Council Minutes December 17, 2025

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b)

2025-095 Corporate Services 2025 Fairmount Home Accounts Receivables Write-Offs Motion #: 218-25 Moved By: Councillor Gowdy Seconded By: Warden Saunders Be It Resolved That the Council of the County authorize the Treasurer to write off accounts totalling $36,157.47. Carried c)

2025-096 Corporate Services 2026 Tax Ratios and Tax Rate Reductions Motion #: 219-25 Moved By: Councillor Leonard Seconded By: Councillor Fowler Be It Resolved That the Council of the County of Frontenac accept the Corporate Services –2026 Tax Ratios and Tax Rate Reductions report; And Further That Council consider a by-law, introduced later in the meeting, to confirm the 2026 tax ratios and tax rate. Carried d)

2025-097 Corporate Services 2026 Tax Rate Motion #: 220-25 Moved By: Seconded By:

Councillor Lichty Councillor Gowdy

Resolved That the Council of the County of Frontenac accept the Corporate Services 2026 Tax Rate report; And Further That Council consider a by-law, introduced later in the meeting, to establish the 2026 tax rates. Carried e)

2025-099 Emergency and Transportation Services Neighbours saving Neighbours Motion #: 221-25 Moved By: Councillor Leonard Seconded By: Warden Saunders Be It Resolved That the Council of the County of Frontenac receive the Emergency and Transportation Services – Neighbours Saving Neighbours report further to the last update in September 2024.

Regular Meeting of Council Minutes December 17, 2025

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And Further That the Council of the County of Frontenac support continuing the Neighbours Saving Neighbours program through to December 2026 in order to maintain current program delivery. And Further That the Council of the County of Frontenac authorizes the estimated cost of maintaining the program of $1,000 to be absorbed into current operating budget. Carried f)

Staff Briefing: Ms. Debbi Miller briefed the Committee of the Whole on Healthcare and the Eastern Ontario Physician Recruitment Alliance.

g)

2025-101 Planning and Economic Development Eastern Ontario Physician Recruitment Alliance (EOPRA) Update and 2026 Motion #: 222-25 Moved By: Councillor Fowler Seconded By: Councillor Lichty Be It Resolved That the Council of the County of Frontenac authorize staff to enter into partnership agreements with the Eastern Ontario Physician Recruitment Alliance (EOPRA) for 2026 and 2027 And Further That $3,500 be authorized from the Strategic Project Reserve in 2026 and in 2027 to participate in the Eastern Ontario Physician Recruitment Alliance. Carried Information Reports from the Chief Administrative Officer a) b)

c)

2025-094 Planning and Economic Development Healthcare in our Community – Implementation Plan Update 2025-098 Emergency and Transportation Services Mental Health Supports for Public Safety Personnel Grant Program 2025-2026 2025-100 Corporate Services 2025 Third Quarter Financial Summary and Outlook

Regular Meeting of Council Minutes December 17, 2025

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Reports from Advisory Committees of County Council a)

Report of the Planning and Economic Development Advisory Committee All items listed on the Planning and Economic Development Advisory Committee Report shall be the subject of one motion. Any member of County Council may ask for any item(s) included in the Planning and Economic Development Advisory Committee Report to be separated from that motion and considered separately, whereupon the Planning and Economic Development Advisory Committee Report without the separated item(s) shall be put to the vote and the separated item(s) shall be considered immediately thereafter.

Motion #: 223-25

Moved By: Seconded By:

Councillor Gowdy Warden Saunders

That the Report received from the Planning and Economic Development Advisory Committee be received and adopted. Report of the Planning and Economic Development Advisory Committee The Planning and Economic Development Advisory Committee reports and recommends as follows: a. 2025-089 Planning and Economic Development K&P Trail – Requirement for all motorized off-road trail users to hold a membership with an authorized partner organization Be It Resolved That staff be authorized to enter into a three-year memorandum of understanding with the Frontenac ATV Club (OFATV Affiliate) and the Eastern Ontario Trails Alliance for non-exclusive use of the K&P Trail under the existing terms and conditions. b. 2025-090 Planning and Economic Development Open Farms 2025 and Support for Food and Agriculture Be it Resolved That the Open Farms event be suspended for the foreseeable future; And Further That the staff and financial resources used for coordinating and hosting the Open Farms event be redeployed for supporting the food and agriculture sector through a variety of initiatives, including:

1. Strategic Partnerships
2. Increased Support for Farmers Markets
3. Continued Support for Plowing Matches Regular Meeting of Council Minutes December 17, 2025

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4. Improved Farm, Food & Beverage Information on County Websites 5. Farm to Fork Connection Building Carried Return to Council Motion #: 224-25

Moved By: Seconded By:

Councillor Leonard Councillor Fowler

That Council revert from Committee of the Whole Council, to Council. Carried Adoption of the Report of the Committee of the Whole Council Motion #: 225-25

Moved By: Seconded By:

Deputy Warden Vandewal Councillor Lichty

That the report of the Committee of the Whole Council be adopted and that the necessary actions or by-laws be enacted. Carried Motions, Notice of Which has Been Given a)

County of Frontenac opposition to Proposed Amalgamation of Conservation Authorities

Motion #: 226-25

Moved By: Seconded By:

Deputy Warden Vandewal Warden Saunders

Whereas the Conservation Authorities Act (1946) established Conservation Authorities (CAs) as local, watershed-based bodies to manage natural resources in partnership with municipalities; And Whereas Conservation Authorities are governed by Boards of Directors comprised of municipally elected officials or appointees, ensuring direct accountability to the local tax base; And Whereas the current funding model relies heavily on municipal levies (~50% of operating budgets) and self-generated revenue, with the Province of Ontario contributing approximately 5% or less to operating budgets; And Whereas the Province of Ontario has passed Schedule 3 of Bill 68 and put forward Environmental Registry of Ontario (ERO) posting 025-1257, which proposes to amalgamate Ontario’s thirty-six (36) Conservation Authorities into seven (7) centralized regional entities governed by a new “Ontario Provincial Conservation Agency”;

Regular Meeting of Council Minutes December 17, 2025

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And Whereas this forced amalgamation threatens to dilute local decision-making, sever the critical link between local property taxes and local service delivery, and ignore the unique hydrological and environmental differences between our distinct watersheds; Now Therefore Be It Resolved That the Council of the Corporation of the County of Frontenac formally opposes the proposed amalgamation of Conservation Authorities as outlined in ERO 025-1257; And Further That Council calls upon the Province of Ontario to:

1. Pause the implementation of Bill 68, Schedule 3;
2. Maintain the current watershed-based governance model that ensures local accountability; and
3. Engage in meaningful consultation with municipalities to address specific concerns regarding efficiency without dismantling local governance; And Further That a copy of this resolution be forwarded to the Honourable Doug Ford, Premier of Ontario, the Honourable Todd J. McCarthy, Minister of the Environment, Conservation and Parks, the Honourable Rob Flack, Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, John Jordan, MPP, Lanark-Frontenac-Kingston, Ted Hsu, MPP, Kingston and the Islands, the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO), and all Conservation Authorities within our region. Carried Giving Notice of Motion Warden Saunders advised that he will be bringing a motion to the January County Council meeting to support the request by the Township of Frontenac Islands requesting funding to establish a Nurse Practitioner Pilot Program (See Communications v)) Communications That Council consent to the following communications of interest to Council listed below be received and filed: a) b) c) d)

From the Town of Fort Erie regarding a Resolution concerning Automated Speed Enforcement From the Town of Kingsville regarding a Resolution in Opposition to Consolidation of Conservation Authorities From the Town of Parry Sound regarding a Resolution in Opposition to provincial removal of Automated Speed Enforcement (ASE) cameras From the Town of Parry Sound regarding a Resolution of Support for the removal of GST-HST from all new homes purchased as primary residences

Regular Meeting of Council Minutes December 17, 2025

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e) f) g) h) i) j) k) l) m) n) o) p) q) r) s) t) u) v)

From the Township of Frontenac Islands regarding a Resolution concerning the Canadian Union of Postal Workers – Canada Post Mandate Review From the United Counties of Stormont, Dundas & Glengarry regarding a Resolution opposing consolidation of Conservation Authorities From Northumberland County regarding a Resolution of Support concerning Increased Income Support Thresholds for Veterans From Northumberland County regarding a Resolution of Support concerning the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Cities Initiative From the City of Windsor regarding a Resolution regarding changes to the Conservation Authorities Act From the Kingston Frontenac Public Library providing its October 22, 2025 Board Meeting Minutes From the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing regarding Royal Ascent of Bill 17, Protect Ontario by Building Faster and Smarter Act, 2025, and changes to the Planning Act From the Municipality of Calvin regarding a Resolution on Strengthening Self Defense Protections and Addressing Rising Home Invasions in Ontario From the Town of Wasaga Beach regarding a Resolution for the Advocacy for Funds to Effectively Manage the Emerald Ash Borer Infestation From the Ministry of the Attorney General confirming the release of the 2026 OPP Billing Statements From the Town of Parry Sound regarding a Resolution of Support for alcohol container return system From the County of Brant regarding a Resolution concerning Provincial Decision on Automated Speed Enforcement From the Municipality of Magnetawan regarding a Resolution on Site Ready Funding From the Municipality of South Huron regarding a Resolution in Opposition to Proposed Consolidation of Conservation Authorities From the Municipality of St. Charles regarding a Resolution to Extend the Deadline for the Fire Certification From the Town of Smiths Falls regarding a Resolution concerning the Ontario Community Infrastructure Fund (OCIF) From the Town of Perth regarding a Resolution concerning the Rideau Valley Conservation Authority From the Township of Frontenac Islands requesting funding to establish a Nurse Practitioner Pilot Program

Regular Meeting of Council Minutes December 17, 2025

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Other Business a)

Appointment to the Planning and Economic Development Advisory Committee (due to the resignation of Deputy Warden Vandewal)

Motion #: 227-25

Moved By: Seconded By:

Councillor Gowdy Councillor Fowler

That Councillor Ray Leonard be appointed to the Planning and Economic Development Advisory Committee, whose appointment will end November 14, 2026; And Further That Procedural By-law 2022-0026, as amended, be further amended to reflect this appointment. Carried By-Laws – General By-laws and Confirmatory By-law a)

First and Second Reading

Motion #: 228-25

Moved By: Seconded By:

Councillor Leonard Councillor Lichty

Resolved That leave be given the mover to introduce by-laws a) through e) that have been circulated to all Members of County Council and that by-laws a) through e) be read a first and second time. Carried b)

Third Reading

Motion #: 229-25

Moved By: Seconded By:

Councillor Leonard Councillor Lichty

Resolved That by-laws a) through e) be read a third time, signed, sealed and finally passed. Carried By-Laws a)

To authorize the Corporation of the County of Frontenac to distribute the Canada Community Building Fund amongst its four lower-tier municipalities (Proposed By-law No. 2025-044)

Regular Meeting of Council Minutes December 17, 2025

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b)

To set tax ratios and tax rate reductions for prescribed property subclasses for County of Frontenac purposes and Local Municipal purposes for the taxation year 2026 (Proposed By-law No. 2025-045)

c)

To establish Tax Rates for the year 2025 for the purposes of the County of Frontenac and to establish rates to be levied for same against the Townships of Frontenac Islands, South Frontenac, Central Frontenac and North Frontenac (Proposed By-law No. 2025-046)

d)

To Amend Procedural by-law 2022-0026 (Appointments to the Planning and Economic Development Advisory Committee) (Proposed By-law No. 2025-047)

e)

To confirm all actions and proceedings of County Council on December 17, 2025 (Proposed By-law No. 2025-048) Adjournment

Motion #: 230-25

Moved By: Seconded By:

Councillor Gowdy Deputy Warden Vandewal

That the meeting hereby adjourn at 10:15 a.m. Carried

Bill Saunders, Warden

Jannette Amini, Clerk

Regular Meeting of Council Minutes December 17, 2025

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Administrative Report Ja nua ry 21 , 202 6 Rep ort 202 6-01

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CAO Schedule Highlights - January • • • • • • • • • • • • •

EOWC AGM – January 8-9 Physician Recruitment & Retention Meeting – January 12 MTO & Frontenac Islands/County Partnership Meeting – January 14 FLA OHT Town Hall – January 15 FMSC Enforcement Legal Review – January 15 MECP Meeting – January 16 ROMA - January 17-20 County Council – January 21 Old House Staff Meeting – January 22 Alto High Speed Rail Meeting – January 26 Frontenac CAOs/Treasurers Meeting – January 29 PEDAC Meeting – January 29 Leadership Rounds at Paramedic Bases – January 30

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Human Resources Update – Key Activity •

Recruitment: • • • • •

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Labour Relations: • •

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416 postings year end 2025 Recruitment ongoing for Director of Human Resources Full-time Superintendent of Professional Standards and Training - Complete Part-time Superintendent of Operations - Complete Temporary full-time Community Development Officer – Complete Fairmount – Ongoing

CUPE 2290 - Pay Equity Maintenance Plan updated OPSEU 462 – no new bargaining dates at this time

Miscellaneous: • •

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HR moving to SharePoint – in progress EDI committee met on January 6th 360 feedback surveys in progress for additional leaders

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Frontenac Paramedics •

Congratulations to ACP Scott Snider

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Congratulations to Superintendent Jakob Rodgers

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Kashechewan Evacuation •

Kingston has received 183 evacuees to date.

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Evacuees are staying at the Double Tree Hotel. Clinics are being setup to address non-urgent and chronic medical issues.

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Wrap around supports are being organized by various community partners.

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Fairmount Home Inspired by the BPSO Program, Marlisa Ringelberg, our Behaviour Supports RN has submitted a proposal for the Advanced Clinical Practice Fellowship Program (ACPF) through the Registered Nurses Association of Ontario (RNAO). The Fellowship program will provide an opportunity to advance a Behavioural Supports project for Fairmount with support from mentors. Behavioural Support Program goals include: • Development of needs assessment tool that can be tailored for multiple disciplines •

Increased communication about responsive behaviours

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Sustainable education plan to enhance staff knowledge Consistency when applying non-pharmacological interventions Decrease in critical incidents related to responsive behaviours Opportunity to collaborative with external stakeholders such as Seniors Mental Health and RNAO

RNAO will assess the submitted proposals and select projects by March 13, 2026

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Communications 2025 Website Pageviews FrontenacCounty.ca VisitFrontenac.ca FrontenacMaps.ca EngageFrontenac.ca CivicWebPortal

Overall engagements, all channels, by year 1,000,000

237,388 188,262 77,347 53,794 17,885

Social Media Engagement County Facebook & Instagram County X Twitter County Youtube County LinkedIn FPS X Twitter Visit Frontenac Facebook & Instagram Fairmount Facebook K&P Trail Facebook Group H.I. Ferry X Twitter

207,183 5,212 6,417 10,620 5,665 14,560 36,984 8,702 422

Total engagements in 2025 Change from 2024

870,441 16.4%

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2025

Howe Island County Ferry Howe Island Ferry Mainland & Island Terminals

2025 Crossing Numbers for the Frontenac Howe Islander County Ferry Service

Small Vehicles

161,124

Large Vehicles (3000 kgs and above)

7,111

Bicycles

922

Passengers

249,186

Vehicles Left

12,364

Trips

47,760

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Construction is scheduled to begin on January 26 th, 2026, and to be completed by April 30 th, 2026. (10) 8-hour nightly closures scheduled between February 12-26 th, 2026. (4) 56-hour closures between March 2 nd and April 13 th, 2026.

EOWC Annual General Meeting Past Warden Gerry Lichty was recognized for his contributions to the EOWC Board. Warden Bill Saunders was officially appointed as a member of the EOWC Board.

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Report 2026-001

Council Recommend Report To:

Warden and Members of County Council

From:

Kevin Farrell, Chief Administrative Officer

Prepared by:

Jannette Amini, Clerk’s Office

Date of meeting:

January 21, 2026

Re:

Corporate Services Authorization to enter into a Transfer Payment Agreement with the Province of Ontario

Recommendation Be It Resolved That the Council of the County of Frontenac authorize the Warden and Clerk to execute a Transfer Payment Agreement with the Province of Ontario for provincial assistance for incremental costs related to the March 2025 ice storm. Background In the late summer of 2025, the Province announced the introduction of the Municipal Ice Storm Assistance (M.I.S.A) program which was an application-based program to provide one-time support to eligible municipalities for incremental costs arising from the ice storm that started on March 28, 2025. In a report to Council at its September 17, 2025, meeting, staff advised Council that the County of Frontenac faced several issues during the March ice storm which resulted in an extended power outage. During the power outage the generator fuel went down to 30% and the generator lost prime and stopped working. The elevator help button stopped working due to a lack of power, with one employee trapped inside. Staff were initially unable to hear calls for help. TK Elevator (Canada) Limited were called on site to respond to the elevator entrapment. The parking lots and lane ways were blocked due to tree damage and required Timber Tree Service to respond. Trees were also downed on portions of the K&P Trail. Kennebec Tree and Lawn were retained to restore safe use of the trail.

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Incremental costs directly linked to the 2025 ice storm incurred by the County were for the clean up and removal of heavy tree damage and to resolve the elevator entrapment. Total related costs were $15,909 which were eligible to be submitted under the program. As a required step in the process, the County’s Community Emergency Management Coordinator (C.E.M.C) completed and submitted the Expression of Interest survey on July 21, 2025. As part of the required supporting documentation, a link to the C.A.O Briefing for the April 16th, 2025, County Council meeting, where Council was updated on the impacts to the County of the March ice storm, was included. Additional documentation and evidence for the County of Frontenac in regard to its Expression of Interest and intent to apply for M.I.S.A was provided to M.I.S.A via email. As a result, at its regular meeting held September 17, 2025, Council passed the following motion, Recommend Reports from the Chief Administrative Officer, clause b): b)

2025-069 Corporate Services Application to the Municipal Ice Storm Assistance (M.I.S.A) Program Motion #: 168-25 Moved By: Councillor Gowdy Seconded By: Councillor Leonard Whereas the municipality of the County of Frontenac has eligible costs directly linked to the March 2025 ice storm; Therefore Be It Resolved That the Council of the Corporation of the County of Frontenac hereby requests assistance under the Municipal Ice Storm Assistance program; And Further That the Acting Treasurer, is given delegated authority to verify and attest to the accuracy of the application package. Carried An application was submitted to the Municipal Disaster Recovery Assistance program on October 23, 2025, with a confirmation letter received October 28, 2025. Comment On December 18, 2025, staff received correspondence from the Honourable Robert J. Flack, Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, advising that the Ministry had completed its initial review and that the County of Frontenac is eligible for provincial assistance of up to $12,000 for incremental costs related to the March 2025 ice storm and is eligible for an interim payment of 35%, or $4,176. Once the Ministry has completed its detailed review of the County’s claim, payment of any remaining funding will be made based on the County’s actual eligible costs. In order to receive funding under the program, including an interim payment, the County is required to enter into a transfer payment agreement with the province. The transfer payment agreement will be sent in January 2026, and the interim payment will be made following execution of the grant agreement. Council Recommend Report Corporate Services Authorization to enter into a Transfer Payment Agreement with the Province of Ontario January 21, 2026 Page 2 of 3

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Timing of future payment for any remaining funding will depend on several factors, including the complexity of the claim and the completeness of supporting documentation. At this time, staff are seeking authorization to execute the Transfer Payment Agreement. Strategic Priority Implications Priority 4 4.1 4.2

Maximize Administrative Leadership within the County Administration

Ensure efficient and responsible financial management of County resources. Ensure transparency and accountability of the governance of the County of Frontenac.

Financial Implications A total estimated cost of $15,909 was included in the expression of interest survey submitted to the Municipal Ice Storm Assistance (M.I.S.A) program. The County received a total of four (4) invoices related to the tree removal at Fairmount and the K&P Trail due to the ice storm, totaling $14,882 in cleanup costs. The County also received one (1) invoice related to the elevator failure and employee entrapment totaling $1,027. These incremental costs were not included as part of the 2025 budget based on actual costs. Based on the correspondence from the Minister, the County of Frontenac is eligible for provincial assistance of up to $12,000, representing a shortfall of $3,909 which will need to be absorbed into the budget. Organizations, Departments and Individuals Consulted and/or Affected Phil Piasetzki, Acting Treasurer

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Report 2026-002

Council Recommend Report To:

Warden and Members of County Council

From:

Kevin Farrell, Chief Administrative Officer

Prepared by:

Jannette Amini, Clerk’s Office

Date of meeting:

January 21, 2026

Re:

Corporate Services Authorization to enter into a Lease Extension Agreement with the City of Kingston for 1665 Highway 15

Recommendation Be It Resolved That the Council of the County of Frontenac authorize the Warden and Clerk to enter into a Lease Extension Agreement with the City of Kingston for the property municipally known as 1665 Highway 15, Kingston. Background Since the County assumed direct delivery responsibilities of Land Ambulance in January 2004, it has operated the historic base located at 1665 Highway 15. Initially this was leased from Hotel Dieu Hospital until such time that the City of Kingston became the leaser. Records that the Clerk was able to find indicated that the lease for this property expired in August 2007 and suspect that at that time, new leases were signed with the City of Kingston. Comment The County of Frontenac received a Lease Renewal from the City of Kingston on December 8, 2025, with the existing lease set to expire April 30, 2026. The existing lease contains clause 2.3 which provides the County with the option to extend the lease agreement for a second term of (10) years upon the same terms and conditions except for rent which shall be negotiated. Page 29 of 86

Under the new Lease Renewal, the option for a further extension has been removed, this will be the final extension of the lease. Given the state of the base, the lease could potentially be terminated sooner than the 10 years, as the County and the City have already commenced preliminary discussions and investigations on possible new locations once the lease is up. At this point, staff are seeking Councils authority to renew the lease for the Paramedic base located at 1665 Highway 15 for another 10 years while these investigations are taking place. Strategic Priority Implications Priority 3. Strengthen Quality of Life through Enhanced Service Delivery •

Focus on Frontenac Paramedics ➢ Improve response times and coverage throughout Frontenac County. ➢ Provide additional facilities for Frontenac Paramedics that will effectively meet steadily growing demand for services and accommodate more paramedic training.

Financial Implications The base rent payable for the property includes a 2% annual increase, payable in monthly installments and has been incorporated into the annual budgets. The lease costs for the first renewal period (March 1, 2026 – February 28, 2027) is $2,742.74 monthly. Organizations, Departments and Individuals Consulted and/or Affected Marc Goudie, Paramedic Chief and Director of Emergency and Transportation Services Phil Piasetzki, Acting Treasurer

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Report 2026-005

Council Recommend Report To:

Warden and Members of County Council

From:

Kevin Farrell, Chief Administrative Officer

Prepared by:

Phil Piasetzki, Acting Treasurer

Date of meeting:

January 21, 2026

Re:

Corporate Services 2026 User Fees and Charges By-law

Recommendation Resolved That Council pass a by-law later in the meeting to Impose User Fees and Charges for Services and rescind By-law 2025-002 being a By-law to Impose User Fees and Charges for Services. Background Subsections 391 (1) and (3) of the Municipal Act, 2001 S.O. 2001, c. 25, as amended, authorizes a municipality to impose fees or charges including costs incurred by the municipality related to administration, enforcement and the establishment, acquisition, and replacement of capital assets. Subsection 394 (1) outlines restrictions on the imposition of user fees or charges. Comment Administration: Fees are charged for photocopying, faxing, document research and provision of G.I.S documents. No change is proposed to the current fees; however, fees charged with respect to requests made under the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act are found in Ontario Regulation 460/823 and are identified as a separate fee. (Schedule A) The County also requires a Facility fee for use of the Frontenac County Meeting Room and the Kingston Frontenac Rotary Auditorium (Schedule B).

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Land Use Planning: A comprehensive review of Planning Fees was conducted in 2023 considering time spent on land use planning activities and reviewing comparator municipalities. An updated schedule of fees was presented to the Planning and Economic Development Advisory Committee on December 13, 2023, and adopted for 2024. No changes are proposed for 2026. Land Use Policy: Back in 2014, Council adopted a County Land Use Policy in response to citizen land use requests on County owned property. These fees were also reviewed in 2023 and the proposed updates supported by the Planning and Economic Development Advisory Committee on December 13, 2023. Fees for certain types of land use were added to the Fees and Fares by-law noted below as Schedule F. These fees are for the application and inspection process which is based upon 4 to 12 hours for pre and post inspection and administration by County staff. These types of land use agreements are required to be registered with the Land Registry Office, which is done by the County solicitor, with the cost being borne by the requester. No changes are proposed for 2026. Fairmount Home: Charges are applied for catering activities. The County also provides telephone, satellite television service and Wi-Fi to the residents of Fairmount Home. (Schedule D). Frontenac Paramedics: Paramedics are requested occasionally to provide services at community events. The rate for cost recovery on these services has been reviewed, and changes are recommended to Schedule E based on changes in wage rates and the increased cost of vehicles and equipment. Frontenac-Howe Islander Ferry: The rates are set annually prior to year-end for the next calendar year by separate County By-law. Strategic Priority Implications Priority 4 4.1

Maximize Administrative Leadership within the County Administration.

Ensure efficient and responsible financial management of County resources.

Council Recommend Report Corporate Services 2026 User Fees and Charges By-law January 21, 2026

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Financial Implications The user fees and charges for services rates have been reflected in the 2026 Budget to the extent these could be estimated. All fees, other than for exempt services, are subject to the applicable taxes. Organizations, Departments and Individuals Consulted and/or Affected Marc Goudie, Chief/Director of Emergency and Transportation Services Susan Brant, Administrator, Fairmount Home Joe Gallivan, Director of Planning and Economic Development Kristy Elderhorst, Supervisor of GIS

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Schedule A Fees for Services for County Administration and Geographic Information System (GIS) Mapping Administration Photocopying (per copy)

$0.25

Faxing (per page)

$1.00

Archival Material Search – Hourly Rate

$35.00

Document Searches (pursuant to MFIPPA)1 per hour

$30.00

Geographic Information System (GIS) And Map-Related Products Digital True Colour Ortho-Photography for 2008, 2014 and 2019 (1km x 1km tiles MrSID, JPEG2000, GeoTIFF); $50.00 per tile Printed Map Products Small Basic Map (8½” x 11”; no customization) Black and white

$6.00

Colour

$8.00

Medium Basic Map (11” x 17”; no customization) Black and white

$10.00

Colour

$12.00

Large Basic Map (no customization, exceeds 11” x 17” and up to 42” wide; requires the use of large-scale GIS plotter) $30.00 FMIS Member Rate for Large Basic Map

$5.00

Custom Map Products Hourly Rate (includes mapping/ analysis/ consultation; does not include printed final product or shipping charges; minimum fee of 1 hour $60.00 Note:

These fees are not applicable to services provided to the Townships within the County of Frontenac with the exception of the FMIS Member Rate for Large Basic Map. 1

– Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act

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Schedule B Fees for Facility Rentals Notes: After hour charges are applicable outside of normal County hours of operation (8:30 am to 4:00 pm, Monday to Friday) Kingston Frontenac Rotary Auditorium

County Meeting Rooms County Use (includes member Townships)

•

No Charge

•

No Charge Including Fairmount Home sponsored residents/family events

•

50% Deposit Required (Non-Refundable if cancelled within 48 hours) $30/half day (4 hours) $50/day (8 hours) After hours charge ($40/hr.) Stand-by Tech Support charge is ($50/hr.) Damage Deposit ($250)

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50% Deposit Required (Non-Refundable if cancelled within 48 hours) $120/half day (4 hours) $200/day (8 hours) After hours charge ($40/hr.) Stand-by Tech Support charge is ($50/hr.) Damage Deposit ($250)

50% Deposit Required (Non-Refundable if cancelled within 48 hours) Proof of insurance required $45/half day (4 hours) $75/day (8 hours) After hours charge ($40/hr) Stand-by Tech Support charge is ($50/hr.) Damage Deposit ($250)

•

(Must have staff sponsor or assigned designate who will be present for the meeting and will be responsible for clean-up/close down procedures) County Affiliate or Not for Profit (Must have affiliate / association sponsor who will be present for the meeting and will be responsible for clean-up/close down procedures)

• • • • •

For Profit Company

•

• • • • • •

• • • • •

• • • • • •

50% Deposit Required (Non-Refundable if cancelled within 48 hours) Proof of insurance required $150/half day (4 hours) $250/day (8 hours) After hours charge ($40/hr) Stand-by Tech Support charge is ($50/hr) Damage Deposit ($250)

Multiple day rates may be discounted up to 30% depending upon availability and set up/break down requirements. No onsite catering is available. A list of recommended local caterers is available upon request. No charge to the City of Kingston for the Kingston Frontenac Rotary Auditorium . Council Recommend Report Corporate Services 2026 User Fees and Charges By-law January 21, 2026

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Schedule C Tariff of Fees for Land Use Planning Pre-Application Consultation Official Plan Amendments to County Official Plan, Draft Plan of Subdivision, Draft Plan of Condominium - $300.00 As per the County’s Pre-Application Consultation By-Law, the pre-application consultation process for plans of subdivision and plans of condominium involves a site visit to the subject property, including the County’s consulting hydrogeologist. The applicant is responsible for covering all costs associated with the County hydrogeologist’s site visit to the subject property. Official Plan County Official Plan Amendment (OPA): Initial Application Fee - $2,500.00 Deposit: In addition to the initial application fee, the applicant shall provide to the County of Frontenac a $1,000.00 deposit against which the County may charge any professional fees and expenses incurred related to the peer review of any supporting documentation submitted with the application. Any remaining balance of the deposit will be refunded after County Council has made a decision on the application and any required appeal period has lapsed. Refund: 60% of the initial application fee shall be returned if an application is rejected by the County of Frontenac as being deemed incomplete or is withdrawn by the applicant prior to the circulation of the application. Amendment to County OPA Application - $500.00 Approval of Local OPA not initiated by a Township - $1,000.00 Plan of Subdivision/Condominium Initial Application Fee • 1 to 20 developable lots/blocks/units - $3,250.00 • 21 to 50 developable lots/blocks/units - $4,750.00 • More than 50 developable lots/blocks/units - $6,250.00 Deposit: In addition to the initial application fee, the applicant shall provide to the County of Frontenac a $5,000.00 deposit against which the County may charge any professional fees and expenses incurred related to the peer review of any supporting documentation submitted with the application. Any remaining balance of the deposit will be refunded at the time of registration Refund: 60% of the initial application fee shall be returned if an application is rejected by the County of Frontenac as being deemed incomplete or is withdrawn by the applicant prior to the circulation of the application. Major Plan Revision (re-circulation) - $1,500.00

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Minor Plan Revision (no re-circulation) - $800.00 Amendment to conditions following draft plan approval - $700.00 Draft Plan Approval Extension – $800.00 Final Plan of Subdivision/Condominium: Clearance of Conditions - $1,200.00 Condominium Exemption Application Fee - $1,000.00 For any plan of condominium submitted to the County of Frontenac for exemption under Section 50 of The Condominium Act, R.S.O. 1990, C26, as amended. Deeming By-Law/Part Lot Control Deeming By-law (Application Fee) - $700.00 Part Lot Control By-law (Application Fee) - $700.00 Other Planning and Administrative Items Public Notices • Notice to Cancel a Public Meeting - $100.00 • Circulation of an Additional Public Meeting Notice (due to an amended application, rescheduling a public meeting, or the need to hold a second public meeting) - $100.00 Minimum Distance Separation (MDS) • Calculation - $200.00 • Re-calculation - $100.00 General Inquiries and Archive/File Search Fee • First hour – no charge • More than an hour - $60.00 per hour External Fees and Other Charges The applicant shall provide the County of Frontenac, upon request, a deposit against which the County may, from time to time, charge any professional fees and expenses incurred related to the peer review of material submitted in support of an application. If such fees and expenses exceed the deposit, the applicant shall pay the difference upon being billed by the County with interest at a rate of 1.25% per month on accounts overdue more than 30 days.

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Schedule D Fees for Services for Fairmount Home Other Charges Satellite Television for Residents Telephone for Residents

$5.00/month $7.00/month plus long-distance charges

Wi-Fi for Residents

$12.00/month $5.00 one-time set up fee

External Catering On-site catering provided by Sodexo. Details available upon request.

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Schedule E Fees for Services for Frontenac Paramedic Services Special Events Attendance of one (1) Ambulance and Paramedic crew at Special Events Basic Charge: 4 hours coverage minimum charge

$980.00

Additional Charges: For each hour or portion thereof

$245.00

The deposit amount is due prior to the event, and any adjustment/refund will be resolved after the special event. Retrieving an Ambulance Call Report Per report

$35.00

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Schedule F Fees for Citizen Land Use on County Owned Property

Certificate of Permission Application and Inspection Fee …………………………………………………………………….. $350* (Based upon 4 to 8 hours for pre and post inspection and administration) License of Occupation Application and Inspection Fee …………………………………………………………………….. $350* for the duration of the agreement …………………………………………………………. + $100/year (Based upon 4 to 8 hours for pre and post inspection and administration) Encroachment Agreement Application Fee …………………………………………………………………………………………… $700* (Based upon 8 to 12 hours for pre and post inspection and administration) Right of Way (RoW) Application Fee …………………………………………………………………………………………… $700* (Based upon 8 to 12 hours for pre and post inspection and administration) Sale Application Fee …………………………………………………………………………………………… $350* (Based upon 4 to 8 hours for pre and post inspection and administration) All sales in must be in accordance with the County’s Sale of Real Property By-law.

• Plus related disbursements.

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Report 2026-006

Council Recommend Report To:

Warden and Members of County Council

From:

Kevin Farrell, Chief Administrative Officer

Prepared by:

Phil Piasetzki, Acting Treasurer

Date of meeting:

January 21, 2026

Re:

Corporate Services 2026 Temporary Borrowing By-law

Recommendation Be It Resolved That the Clerk be directed to introduce a by-law later in the meeting to authorize current borrowings from time to time during 2026. Background On an annual basis, the Municipal Act, Chapter 25 of the Statutes of Ontario 2001, permits a Council to pass a by-law authorizing the Head and Treasurer to borrow, from time to time by way of promissory note or banker’s acceptance, such sums as the Council considers necessary to meet current expenditures during the year. These provisions read as: 407(2) Except with the approval of the Ontario Municipal Board, the total amount borrowed at any one time plus any outstanding amounts of principal borrowed and accrued interest shall not exceed, (a) from January 1 to September 30 in the year, 50 per cent of the total estimated revenues of the municipality as set out in the budget adopted for the year; and

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(b) from October 1 to December 31 in the year, 25 per cent of the total estimated revenues of the municipality as set out in the budget adopted for the year. 407(3) Until the budget is adopted in a year, the limits upon borrowing under subsection (2) shall temporarily be calculated using the estimated revenues of the municipality set out in the budget adopted for the previous year. Comment Following 407(3), subsection (2), based on our 2025 estimates, unpaid temporary borrowings should not exceed $32,221,197 for the first three-quarters of the year and $16,110,598 for the final quarter of 2026. Strategic Priority Implications Priority 4 4.1

Maximize Administrative Leadership within the County Administration.

Ensure efficient and responsible financial management of County resources.

Financial Implications There are no financial implications directly associated with this report. Organizations, Departments and Individuals Consulted and/or Affected

[Recommend or Information] Report to Council Title of report Date of meeting

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Report 2026-004

Council Recommend Report To:

Warden and Members of County Council

From:

Kevin Farrell, Chief Administrative Officer

Prepared by:

Kathie Shaw, Senior Financial Analyst

Date of meeting:

January 21, 2026

Re:

Corporate Services 2025 Canada Community-Building Fund Allocation Amendment

Recommendation Be It Resolved That the Clerk for the County of Frontenac is authorized to bring forward an amending By-Law for the distribution of the Canada Community-Building Fund (C.C.B.F) for 2025. Background At the December 17, 2025, Council meeting, Council passed By-Law 2025-044 for the Distribution of the Canada Community-Building Fund. Following that meeting in late December, a new receipt had been presented for Community Improvement Plans to be added to the distribution. Comment Staff are recommending to Council to amend By-Law 2025-044 to adjust the C.C.B.F allocation. The original allocation to the Townships does not change and is as follows:

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Township

Weighted Assessment

Allocation

Frontenac Islands

9.34%

$89.598.04

South Frontenac

58.59%

$562,136.59

Central Frontenac

16.47%

$158,010.54

North Frontenac

15.60%

$149,669.76

Total

100.00%

$959,414.93

Community Improvement Plans (CIPs) Prior to 2013, funds were distributed on a per project basis. Council gave direction to allocate $70,000 to assist with the implementation of Community Improvement Plans (C.I.P.s) within the County, with $35,000 allocated to the County to help in the implementation of Community Improvement Plans. Transfers are claims-based and are summarized below: In 2025, the County incurred $3,256.32 working with a consultant to review the updated C.C.B.F. requirements for the C.I.P.s. The distribution of $3,256.32 will be made to the County of Frontenac using the funds previously allocated Community Improvement Plan. Township

Balance to Spend, End of 2024

2025 Transfers

Balance to Spend, End of 2025

North Frontenac (Township-wide)

$0

$0

$0

Central Frontenac (Sharbot Lake)

$0

$0

$0

South Frontenac (Harrowsmith)

$34,263.31

$0

$34,263.31

Frontenac Islands (Marysville)

$41,080.18

$0

$41,080.18

County of Frontenac

$33,747.60

$3,256.32

$30,491.28

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Strategic Priority Implications Priority 4: Maximize Administrative Leadership within the County Administration ➢ Ensure efficient and responsible financial management of County resources Financial Implications A transfer from the Canada Community-Building Fund Reserve to the Townships and County of Frontenac as identified in the amending by-law is required. Organizations, Departments and Individuals Consulted and/or Affected Phil Piasetzki, Acting Treasurer Richard Allen, Manager of Economic Development.

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Report 2026-003

Council Information Report To:

Warden and Members of County Council

From:

Kevin Farrell, Chief Administrative Officer

Prepared by:

Kristy Elderhorst, Supervisor of GIS

Date of meeting:

January 21, 2026

Re:

Office of the Chief Administrative Officer Unified Road Naming and Civic Addressing Policy for Frontenac County

Recommendation This report is for information purposes only. Background For over twenty years, the Frontenac County member Townships have provided enhanced 9-1-1 (E.9-1-1) emergency response services to their residents. While the existing system has been a success for over two decades, it uses outdated technology that cannot keep pace with the current expectations of a modern 9-1-1 system. As a result, the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (C.R.T.C) is overseeing a mandatory, nation-wide replacement of the E9-1-1 system with Next Generation 9-1-1 (N.G.9-1-1), a new system that will take full advantage of modern-day wireless and IP-based communications devices and improve real-time information sharing during an emergency. The transition to NG9-1-1 is an ongoing coordinated effort between the C.R.T.C, provincial government, telecommunications carriers and 9-1-1 network providers, public safety answering points (P.S.A.P.s), emergency responders, and local government authorities (L.G.A.s). Critical geospatial data required for N.G.9-1-1 such as civic address points and road networks will be provided to provincial aggregators by L.G.A.s,

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and must be as accurate, complete and current as possible. NG9-1-1 implementation is scheduled for completion in early 2027. The County of Frontenac has collaborated with the Township of North Frontenac, the Township of Central Frontenac, the Township of South Frontenac and the Township of Frontenac Islands to prepare these critical datasets since the transition to N.G.9-1-1 was first announced by the C.R.T.C in 2017. Each township acts as the 911 authority for their jurisdiction, while the County G.I.S team acts as regional data aggregator and provides transition support to the townships. It was identified early in the preparation process that discrepancies exist in the civic addressing and road naming related by-laws from each township that would present difficulties to regional data aggregation for NG9-1-1. In 2020, the joint C.A.O group for the County and four Townships tasked the County G.I.S team with developing a unified policy for road naming and civic addressing that would allow for a consistent, regional system compatible with, and ensuring the proper operation of, NG9-1-1. The County G.I.S. team undertook a comprehensive review of the existing civic addressing and road naming related by-laws from each Township and proceeded to draft a unified policy that addresses topics such as roles and responsibilities, civic address and road range calculations, naming considerations, notification timelines, and specifications for sign installation. Consideration of fees, charges and penalties were not included in the unified policy and will remain in the individual Township by-laws. Publications from C.R.T.C working groups, the National Emergency Number Association (N.E.N.A), and Bell Canada were referenced in the development of the document, and Township staff and senior leadership were consulted through several rounds of collaborative consultations. The document, attached as the “Road Naming and Civic Addressing Policy” (hereafter referred to as “the Policy”), was given final approval from Township staff representatives in December 2025. Comment While the research and development of this policy was tasked to County G.I.S as the regional data aggregator, each Township is the 911 authority responsible for their own complete and consistent civic addressing system; by-laws related to civic addressing and road naming are under their purview. Each Township will therefore repeal or amend any existing by-laws or procedures inconsistent with the new Policy. It will be to the discretion of each Township whether the new Policy is incorporated into the main text of each by-law or included as a separate schedule. Senior leadership at each Township are aware of these next steps and will implement them on their own timeline. The finalization of this Policy marks a significant step forward in our preparation for N.G.9-1-1 and will be a cornerstone for the proper operation of the N.G.9-1-1 system in our region. Council Information Report Office of the Chief Administrative Officer Unified Road Naming and Civic Addressing Policy for Frontenac County January 21, 2026 Page 2 of 23

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Strategic Priority Implications The development of this unified Policy, and overall preparation for NG9-1-1, is relevant for strategic priority 3. Strengthen Quality of Life through Enhanced Service Delivery. Financial Implications There are no financial implications associated with this report. Organizations, Departments and Individuals Consulted and/or Affected Kristy Elderhorst, Supervisor of GIS, County of Frontenac Kevin Farrell, Chief Administrative Officer, County of Frontenac Corey Klatt, Chief Administrative Officer, Township of North Frontenac Cathy MacMunn, Chief Administrative Officer, Township of Central Frontenac Louise Fragnito, Chief Administrative Officer, Township of South Frontenac Vanessa Latimer, Chief Administrative Officer, Township of Frontenac Islands

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Road Naming and Civic Addressing Policy

Last Updated: 12-02-2025

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Table of Contents 1.0 Policy Statement ………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 4 2.0 Application ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 4 3.0 Review …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 4 4.0 Definitions ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 4 5.0 Authority …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 6 6.0 Roles and Responsibilities…………………………………………………………………………………………. 6 6.1 Municipal Delegate: …………………………………………………………………………………….. 6 6.2 County GIS: ………………………………………………………………………………………………… 6 7.0 Road Naming……………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 7 7.1 General Recommendations ………………………………………………………………………….. 7 7.2 Naming Considerations ……………………………………………………………………………….. 8 7.3 Public Roads ………………………………………………………………………………………………. 9 7.4 Private Lanes ……………………………………………………………………………………………… 9 7.5 Public Notification (Private Lane Naming or Renaming) ………………………………….. 9 7.6 Property Owner Notification ………………………………………………………………………… 10 8.0 Civic Addressing ……………………………………………………………………………………………………… 10 8.1 General Recommendations ………………………………………………………………………… 10 8.2 Determining Civic Addresses ……………………………………………………………………… 12 8.3 Sub-Addressing…………………………………………………………………………………………. 13 8.4 Multi Unit Properties…………………………………………………………………………………… 13 9.0 Water Access Only / Island Naming …………………………………………………………………………. 14 9.1 General Recommendations ………………………………………………………………………… 14 9.2 Naming Convention …………………………………………………………………………………… 15 9.3 Determining Address for a Shoreline …………………………………………………………… 15 Council Information Report Office of the Chief Administrative Officer Unified Road Naming and Civic Addressing Policy for Frontenac County January 21, 2026 Page 5 of 23

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9.4 Determining Address for an Island ………………………………………………………………. 16 9.5 Designated Access Points for Emergency Services ………………………………………. 17 10.0 Sign Installation, Specifications, and Maintenance …………………………………………………… 17 10.1 General Recommendations ………………………………………………………………………. 17 10.2 Installation of Civic Address Signage for Road Access Properties ………………… 18 10.3 Installation of Signage for Water Access Only (WAO) and Island Properties …. 19 10.4 Sign Maintenance ……………………………………………………………………………………. 19 11.0 Fees, Charges and Penalties ……………………………………………………………………….. 19 12.0 Enquiries for Additional Information ………………………………………………………………………… 20 13.0 Reference Documents …………………………………………………………………………………………… 20 Appendix A – List of Abbreviations …………………………………………………………………………………. 21

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1.0 Policy Statement This policy ensures a regional system for road naming and civic addressing is upheld by a consistent procedure to ensure proper operation of the Next Generation-9-1-1 system. This includes the maintenance of suitable records, and that the proper notifications and GIS data updates are sent to the appropriate agencies when applicable. 2.0 Application This policy applies to the Township of North Frontenac, Township of Central Frontenac, Township of South Frontenac, Township of Frontenac Islands, and the County of Frontenac. 3.0 Review This policy will be reviewed as required. Any by-laws, procedures, or names in registered plans inconsistent with this document will be repealed. 4.0 Definitions “Civic address” shall mean the name of the road, or in the case of water access and island lots, the name of the island and/or the name of the waterbody and the number assigned by the municipality to a property in accordance with this policy for the purpose of describing the property’s location within the municipality. “Council” shall mean the governing body of each municipality. “County” shall mean the County of Frontenac. “Delegate” shall mean the municipally appointed authority responsible for administering and enforcing the Road Naming and Civic Addressing policy. “Highway” shall mean any road or road allowance, either opened or unopened under the jurisdiction of the municipality, except where such highway is designated as a Provincial Highway. “Municipality” shall mean the Township of North Frontenac, Township of Central Frontenac, Township of South Frontenac, or the Township of Frontenac Islands. “Next Generation-9-1-1”, or “NG-9-1-1”, shall mean the upgrade to 911 infrastructure happening across North America that will replace E9-1-1 technology with a modern Internet Protocol-based system capable of consuming GIS data layers for call routing. “Number” shall mean the multi-digit number assigned by the municipality in accordance with this Policy as part of the civic address for the property. “Number blade” shall mean a plate on which the number or sub-number forming part of the civic address of a property is affixed in accordance with this Policy.

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“Owner” shall mean the person who is the registered owner of the property according to the last revised assessment roll for the municipality. “Property” shall mean a separate parcel of land to which an assessment roll number has been assigned according to the last revised assessment roll for the municipality. “Private lane” shall mean a road and lanes that have not been assumed by the Municipality or under private ownership, which serves two (2) or more legally conveyable lots and may include a right-of-way registered on title and maintenance of which is the responsibility of the abutting landowners. “Provincial highway” shall mean a highway under the jurisdiction of the Province of Ontario. “Regional GIS data aggregator” shall mean the entity responsible for aggregating, maintaining, validating and communicating the authoritative data layers required for Next Generation-9-1-1 service. “Road” shall mean any assumed road, unassumed road, or private lane that has been named or renamed in accordance with the road naming by-law(s) for each municipality. “Signpost” shall mean a support erected in accordance with this Policy to which a number blade is attached for the purpose of identifying the civic address of a property. “Sub-number” shall mean a number together with such additional numbers or alphabetic characters as may be required to identify the civic address of a property, unit or building that uses the same entrance as another property, unit or building to which a separate civic address has been assigned. “Water access property” shall mean an improved lot fronting on a lake, river or situated on an island, which can only be reached via boat or aircraft (no road access). 5.0 Authority Municipal authorities are responsible to enter into the Next Generation 9-1-1 Authority Service Agreement with Bell Canada. This agreement will supersede all existing 9-1-1 PERS Agreements and/or Province Wide E9-1-1 Service Agreements. A delegate for each municipality is appointed as the authority to administer and enforce the civic addressing and road naming policy, keeping their CAO informed of any major concerns with the civic addressing program. 6.0 Roles and Responsibilities 6.1 Municipal Delegate: The designated authority is responsible for:

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o Assigning civic addresses, installing signs, and accepting new lane applications for Council to consider. o Maintaining a complete and consistent addressing system. o Ensuring that no proposed new name or change conflicts with or is similar to an existing public or private road name within the same municipality, or an existing official road name within 5km of any neighbouring municipality, and if possible, within the entire 9-1-1 service area. o Acting as the point of contact with residents relating to civic addressing and road naming matters. o Notifying the property owner immediately after assignment of new or changed civic number or road name. o Making necessary updates to municipal records. o Notifying County GIS of a civic address or road addition, deletion, or change within 3 business days (or no greater than 30 days) of approval to update mapping. o Ensuring original supporting documents are filed under the appropriate roll number. 6.2 County GIS: The County GIS team are responsible for: o Acting as the regional GIS data aggregator. o Maintaining an Official Road Network dataset. ▪ Digitizing new roads and road ranges. ▪ Advising the municipal delegate whether a proposed new name or change conflicts with or is similar to an existing public or private road name within the same municipality, or an existing official road name within 5km of any neighbouring municipality. ▪ Apply QA/QC methods to ensure accuracy and completeness. o Maintaining an Official Civic Address point dataset. ▪ Digitizing new Civic Address points. ▪ Apply QA/QC methods to ensure accuracy and completeness. o Reviewing road and civic addressing updates from the municipality to ensure the information is accurately captured in the GIS mapping. o Provide recommendations to the municipal delegate to help resolve issues and anomalies in the civic addressing and road naming system. o Acting as initial point of contact with external emergency agencies and Public Safety Answering Points (PSAPs) to verify civic addressing. o Notifying the NG-9-1-1 provincial data aggregator of any new or revised information including but not limited to: ▪ new or revised civic addresses, new or revised road centrelines, names and ranges, new island, or water access only (WAO) properties within 3 days of notification from municipal delegate. Council Information Report Office of the Chief Administrative Officer Unified Road Naming and Civic Addressing Policy for Frontenac County January 21, 2026 Page 9 of 23

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o Provide and maintain a GIS mapping tool to view current information related to existing road names and ranges to assist with civic addressing. o Notifying relevant external agencies and organizations with updated information as required, including but not limited to Geospatial Ontario, KFL&A Mutual Aid fire personnel, and Canada Post. 7.0 Road Naming 7.1 General Recommendations All new road names or road name changes must be established by official by-law. Each road that requires naming must have a NAME and a SUFFIX; a directional prefix or suffix can be added if appropriate. Without exception, there shall be no duplication of road names within the municipality. No proposed new name or change can conflict or be similar to an existing road name within the same municipality, or an existing official road name within 5km of any neighbouring municipality, and if possible, within the entire 9-1-1 service area. All roads being named or re-named under this policy shall have a suffix that identifies it as either a public or private road. The use of the term “Road, Street, or Crescent” is reserved for municipal assumed public roads. Additional suffixes reserved for either public or private roads may be defined in a municipality’s Roads Name Listing by-law. While all efforts in administering prior policies have been made to ensure suffixes to road names reflect whether roads are public or private, in no case shall the suffix be considered to be determinative in establishing whether or not a road is public or private. 7.2 Naming Considerations The total length of a road name cannot exceed 27 characters (including punctuation, spaces, and suffix). Avoid the following: o Names containing misspellings, overly complicated, or cryptic names. o Awkward, corrupt spelling, discriminatory, or derogatory names. o Homonyms or names close in pronunciation to an existing road. o Phonetically difficult names, uncommon spellings, or the name of a living person. o Names containing common phrases. The use of apostrophes and hyphens are permitted (e.g., O’Malley Rd. or MorelandDixon Rd) but are discouraged. The following symbols are not permitted: Council Information Report Office of the Chief Administrative Officer Unified Road Naming and Civic Addressing Policy for Frontenac County January 21, 2026 Page 10 of 23

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Where a road crosses into another municipality it will only be named or renamed where the other municipality officially accepts the name through official by-law. 7.3 Public Roads All municipal public roads must be assigned a name in accordance with this policy regardless of the number of civic addresses on it. 7.4 Private Lanes Shared access driveways with a maximum of 4 civic addresses are not required to be named as a private lane unless there is a reasonable expectation that more civic addresses will be applied for in the future. The name for a private lane may be chosen by the owner from a list names for new or renamed roads that has been pre-approved by a municipality’s council if available or suggested as part of the New Lane Application. The owner submitting an application bears the associated advertising and administrative costs for a name request other than what’s on a municipality’s pre-approved names list. The municipality may name, rename, or refuse to name, or rename a private lane where they determine it is in the best interest of the public to do so, or where costs to the municipality would be prohibitive. In circumstances where existing private lane names have been assigned an incorrect suffix, the municipality may decide to rename the private lane to change the suffix or clarify the private status by amending the road sign to indicate it is “private” at the expense of the municipality. 7.5 Public Notification (Private Lane Naming or Renaming) When a road name is proposed by the owner as part of the New Lane Application, public notice will be given of proposed name prior to council considering it. Notice will be posted at the municipal office and on the website at least 10 days prior to the meeting where council will consider the by-law.

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7.6 Property Owner Notification The delegate will provide notice to all property owners using the lane at least 30 days prior to the meeting where council will consider the by-law, providing them the opportunity to give comments on the proposed name. The notification will include the suggested name and a copy of the road naming policy. Each owner will be given the opportunity to suggest an alternative name by notifying the municipality by mail or email within 20 days of issuance of the letter. If an alternative name is submitted to the municipality and it complies with Section 7.2 “Naming Considerations”, it will be provided to council for consideration. Anyone else interested in the road will be deemed ‘notified’ by the publications on the municipal website and in meeting minutes. If an owner chooses a name from a municipality’s pre-approved names list for new or renamed roads, it is the owner’s responsibility to discuss and agree upon the chosen name with all property owners using the lane in lieu of the municipal notification outlined above. Except as provided above, after a change or name addition has been approved by council and passed through by-law, it shall be the responsibility of the property owner(s) on the private lane to notify any persons or agencies of their address change, where it is in their personal interest to do so. 8.0 Civic Addressing 8.1 General Recommendations A civic address is required for every property that has an entrance onto a municipal road, unassumed road, private lane, water access only (WAO) or island, that has been improved or to which there is a reasonable expectation that emergency response could be dispatched. This includes but is not limited to residential (permanent or seasonal), vacant (ie. with a facility under construction), commercial, industrial (ie. quarries, hydro substations, tower sites), recreational (ie. parks, boat launches, cemeteries), religious and education (ie. schools, churches) properties. In some instances, there may be reasonable cause for the assignment of a civic address for properties that are not improved, such as crown land, for navigational purposes. Without exception, there shall be no duplication of a civic address within the municipality, and no duplication of a number on any one road, lane, lake, or island. Civic addresses shall be assigned in accordance with this policy. Where difficulties occur, the municipal delegate shall make a decision on the civic address or subaddress assignment in consultation with the CAO for the municipality. In these cases, Council Information Report Office of the Chief Administrative Officer Unified Road Naming and Civic Addressing Policy for Frontenac County January 21, 2026 Page 12 of 23

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the goal will be to adhere as closely as possible to this policy while providing balance, logic, and flexibility in the assigned number scheme. Each municipality shall maintain an accurate and current record of all civic addresses assigned to properties within the municipality. Any new civic numbers will be reviewed by County GIS to ensure correct parity, sequence, road name, and range. Prior to number assignment, owner must submit a complete application, copy of full legal description of the property, plan, survey, or sketch showing proposed location of building including the point of intersection of the approved entrance with abutting road. Civic address numbers are assigned when the application is deemed complete, and fee paid, and an approved entrance is established on the highway. The municipality will give the owner a notice of civic address by their preferred method of contact indicated in the application. No building permit or recreational vehicle license shall be issued until an address is assigned, the fee paid, and owner notified of their address by the municipality. With respect to civic address numbers for new lots created by consent (severance) application, the Township of North Frontenac and Township of Frontenac Islands shall issue a civic number during the severance process at the expense of the property owner, provided a municipally approved entrance exists on a highway. The Township of Central Frontenac and Township of South Frontenac issue a civic number outside of the severance process. If a civic address is a condition to sever, the applicant is required to construct an entrance, subject to an entrance permit if required. The owner will assume all responsibility / cost of reassigning the civic number if the entrance is moved to a different approved location along the property line. Numbers for new lots in plans of subdivision shall be assigned as per the subdivision agreement. Semi-detached or townhouses with direct access to the road for each unit are assigned a separate civic number. Any new entrance that is established on a private lane does not require an entrance permit but must complete the address application in order to obtain a civic number for that private entrance. The center of the driveway is used as the starting point to metre individual properties for Council Information Report Office of the Chief Administrative Officer Unified Road Naming and Civic Addressing Policy for Frontenac County January 21, 2026 Page 13 of 23

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a civic address number unless there are exceptional circumstances (e.g., water access and island properties). Numbering will continue consecutively along the entire road, even if it crosses a municipal boundary. The municipality will continue sequentially numbering on a road that enters from adjacent municipality that has an established system. Corner lots shall be numbered based on the road that provides the approved access. 8.2 Determining Civic Addresses The 10 metre frontage interval method is used to determine civic numbers. Two civic numbers are available (but not necessarily used) for every unit (10 metres) of frontage along the road – one on the left and one on the right. Even numbers should be assigned on the right and odd on the left; no mixed parity is allowed on any road. A modifier (100/101 or 1000/1001) may be added to the civic address interval calculation. If used as part of a municipality’s interval calculation, the desired modifier must be used consistently for all civic address assignments in that municipality. For road access properties, the number is determined by measuring the distance from the start of the road to the entrance using a metering device or through the use of the GIS mapping. Numbers are determined using the following calculation: Example: o 432 m (to centre of entrance from point where metering begins) o 432/10 (frontage interval) = 43.2 (drop everything after the decimal) o 43 * 2 (two numbers, one even and one odd, are available for each frontage interval) = 86 o 86 + modifier (100 or 1000) is used as civic number for even side of the road. o 86 + modifier (101 or 1001) is used as civic number for odd side of the road. If no modifier is used, the civic number should be assigned as 85 or 87. The civic address for a road access property consists of the civic number and road name (ie. 123 Sample Road). 8.3 Sub-Addressing A maximum of 4 sub-numbers may be assigned to the same entrance. Sub-addressing should be alpha-numeric. (Example: A, B, C, D) The combined address should appear on number blade at the shared main entrance. (Example: 123 A-D) An additional blade for each individual sub-number should be posted for each property entrance. (Example: 123A, 123B, 123C, 123D)

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Where the maximum amount of sub-numbers is exceeded, the entrance must be named as a private lane. Any existing numbers will be re-addressed to the newly established lane following Section 8.2 of this policy at the expense of the municipality. 8.4 Multi Unit Properties Multi-unit properties, trailer parks, campgrounds, apartment building complexes, or land cooperatives should be assigned one civic number by the municipality based on the shared entrance or access point. Individual units or sites should be assigned unit numbers by the property owner(s). The owner(s) should provide a layout to the municipality, that includes the internal road network and unit numbers so that the information can be included in the GIS mapping.

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Below is a typical representation of what occurs for a multi-unit property:

9.0 Water Access Only / Island Naming 9.1 General Recommendations Water access addressing is implemented by making available an official civic address for water access only properties that is standardized, maintained, and communicated, similar to road access civic addressing, by the responsible addressing authorities. Road civic addressing will be given precedence where a lot coincides with both road based and water access addressing. In the event of a water access property with posted signage that becomes accessible by road, its water access address will be changed to the road based civic address associated with that particular lot. A property shall not be assigned both a road based civic address and water access address as this represents an undesirable scenario that will delay the proper response type to that location. Water access numbers will be derived using the location of the main point of access to the improved area, typically a dock. If there is more than one access point or no clear access point to a lot the most logical site will be used. Due to the difficult nature in accurately measuring the perimeter of a waterbody feature, civic addressing staff should rely on the aid of GIS mapping tools to generate new water access civic addresses. Should something affect the number that was assigned for a property (such as a new development or new access/dock area) property owners should consult with the Council Information Report Office of the Chief Administrative Officer Unified Road Naming and Civic Addressing Policy for Frontenac County January 21, 2026 Page 16 of 23

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municipality. A new number may need to be assigned, since addressing must follow a logical order along the shoreline or island. 9.2 Naming Convention Where access to a property is by water only, the name designated within the addressing datasets for that particular portion of shoreline (waterbody or island) will, with preference, be that in which is recorded by the Ontario Geographic Names Board (OGNB), the provincial body that officiates naming. In all other instances, being only a locally known name or no name present for that geographic location, landowners are required to submit application to OGNB. The proposed name will be appropriate, non-offensive, and have proof of support by the “community” (the municipality may offer a letter of support along with a OGNB comment period). Names that are pending approval by the OGNB may be used for addressing purposes in the interest of time and safety until such becomes official. In this case, the property owner shall be made aware at the time of civic address assignment about pending official name approval and that the island name may be subject to change if ultimately denied by the OGNB. Changes to unofficial names that had been used to establish water access addressing can be undertaken at the discretion of the Municipality. 9.3 Determining Address for a Shoreline Water access properties along the shoreline of a waterbody are to be addressed using the 10 metre frontage interval method, originating from the most southerly point of the waterbody around the perimeter in a clockwise direction. Addressing along watercourses may require a linear approach, measuring through the centre of the feature instead of the shoreline perimeter. A modifier (101 or 1001) may be added to the shoreline civic number interval calculation. If used as part of a municipality’s interval calculation, the desired modifier must be used consistently for all shoreline WAO civic number assignments in that municipality. For Water Access Only (WAO) – Shoreline Addressing:

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o The most southerly point of the waterbody is the starting point for the measurement and moves clockwise around the lake perimeter to the point of main access to the property. o All WAO shoreline civic numbers are assigned an odd number. o The civic address for a shoreline property consists of the civic number and waterbody name (ie. 101 Sample Lake). Example: o 432 m (to the main access from most southerly point of the waterbody) o 432/10 (frontage interval) = 43.2 (drop everything after the decimal) o 43 * 2 (two numbers, one even and one odd, are available for each frontage interval. Only the odd number is used for shoreline properties.) = 86 o 85 or 87 + modifier (101 or 1001) is used as civic number for the shoreline property. 9.4 Determining Address for an Island Water access properties on an island are to be addressed using the 10 metre frontage interval method, originating from the most southerly point of the island around the perimeter in a clockwise direction. A modifier (100 or 1000) may be added to the island civic number interval calculation. If used as part of a municipality’s interval calculation, the desired modifier must be used consistently for all island WAO civic number assignments in that municipality.

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For Water Access Only (WAO) - Island Addressing: o If there is only one development on an island, the number can default to 100 regardless of access location. This strategy can be used for up to two developments on one island (ie. 100 and 200). o For more than two developments, use the calculation below: o The most southerly point of the island is the starting point for the measurement and moves clockwise around the island perimeter to the point of main access to the property. o All WAO island properties are assigned an even number. o The civic address for an island property consists of the civic number, island name and waterbody name (ie. 100 Pretend Island, Sample Lake). Example: o 432 m (to the main access from most southerly point of the island) o 432/10 (frontage interval) = 43.2 (drop everything after the decimal) o 43 * 2 (two numbers, one even and one odd, are available for each frontage interval. Only the even number is used for island properties.) = 86 o 86 + modifier (100 or 1000) is used as civic number for the island property. 9.5 Designated Access Points for Emergency Services Water access addressing does not guarantee direct response to the exact location on the water due to a number of factors and service provision standards that vary by emergency services that are responsible for a particular jurisdiction. Landowners shall be aware of designated major access points (being typically public boat launch or marina) whereby they would be expected to meet emergency services for medical evacuation type emergencies when a water-based response is not possible. 10.0 Sign Installation, Specifications, and Maintenance 10.1 General Recommendations A properly installed and maintained civic address sign is required to be posted at every property for which a civic address is required (8.1). When a new or adjusted road name is approved, the municipal delegate will erect new signage and add the name into the Roads Name Listing by-law. The municipality shall erect and maintain street name signs at corners of every named highway, road, private road on public or private property. There is an exception for provincial highways, which requires the municipality to notify the province of the new road name, send the by-law along with official documentation, and request that the Ministry of Transportation (MTO) erect the appropriate signage. Council Information Report Office of the Chief Administrative Officer Unified Road Naming and Civic Addressing Policy for Frontenac County January 21, 2026 Page 19 of 23

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Signage must be erected as soon as possible after approval; only in the case of restricted access due to weather conditions should there be any delay. Official municipal civic address and road name signage should be the only signage displayed to avoid confusion during emergency response. 10.2 Installation of Civic Address Signage for Road Access Properties Upon number assignment, the municipal delegate constructs the number blade and signpost, and installs it in accordance with the following: o The signpost must be not less than 1.2m and not greater than 1.7m above the ground. o Signpost must be installed in a uniform manner 1.5m from the principal driveway entrance and 2+m from the shoulder of the road. o The number blade must be clearly visible to oncoming traffic from both directions and not interfere with road maintenance. o Where it cannot be erected by these rules due to unusual circumstance, the municipal delegate is authorized to determine (in consultation with the owner) a suitable alternative location that best complies. o The number blade is constructed out of a 12-gauge aluminum blade, 162 mm by 305 mm (or as required), aluminum covered in blue engineering grade reflectorized 3M Scotch lite or MTO approved material equal on both sides of the blade. The numbers in white engineering grade reflectorized 3M Scotch lite or MTO approved material. o The signpost is to be made of coated galvanized square tubular steel, 25 mm by 25 mm conforming to Ontario standard, with the exception that the holes shall be punched/drilled as required. o All hardware is stainless steel/zinc coated. o In all aspects the number blade and signpost must conform to MTO Standard Specifications. 10.3 Installation of Signage for Water Access Only (WAO) and Island Properties Standardized civic address signage will be supplied by the municipality. Property owner, contractor, or staff installation of the number blade and signpost for WAO properties will be at the discretion of the municipality. The WAO signage must be installed within 30 days of the receipt of materials: o If a property owner or contractor is installing signage, the person receiving the materials is required to sign for receipt and must be given a copy of this policy for installation instruction and standards. o Number blades and signposts must be installed near the dock, firmly mounted on the shoreline in stable ground. o Number blades shall be posted in a way that is clearly visible year-round from the water in front of the property. Council Information Report Office of the Chief Administrative Officer Unified Road Naming and Civic Addressing Policy for Frontenac County January 21, 2026 Page 20 of 23

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10.4 Sign Maintenance Property owners are responsible for the maintenance of the number blade and signpost once installed. o Signs should at all times be kept in good condition, free of obstruction, and visible to oncoming traffic. o Signs shall not be moved, removed, altered, defaced, damaged, or destroyed without prior written approval from the municipality. o In the event of damage or removal of a sign through no fault of the municipality, the landowner shall request a replacement at the expense of the owner. 11.0 Fees, Charges and Penalties All fees, charges and penalties are to be in accordance with the relevant by-law(s) at each municipality.

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12.0 Enquiries for Additional Information For more information on this policy please contact the appropriate municipality: o Township of North Frontenac o Township of Central Frontenac o Township of South Frontenac o Township of Frontenac Islands o County of Frontenac 13.0 Reference Documents o o o o o o

9-1-1 Public Emergency Service Reporting (PERS) – Municipal Address Manual NENA Information Document for GIS Data Stewardship for Next Generation 911 NENA Standard for NG9-1-1 GIS Data Model NENA-STA-006.2-2022 Next Generation 9-1-1 Authority Service Agreement Ministry of Transportation Ontario Traffic Manual Ontario Geographic Names Board: https://www.ontario.ca/page/geographic-names

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Appendix A – List of Abbreviations Abbreviation

Definition

CAO

Chief Administrative Officer

E9-1-1

Enhanced 9-1-1

GIS

Geographic Information System

MTO

Ministry of Transportation Ontario

NENA

National Emergency Number Association

NG-9-1-1

Next Generation 9-1-1

OGNB

Ontario Geographic Names Board

PERS

Public Emergency Reporting Service

PSAP

Public Safety Answering Point

QA / QC

Quality Assurance / Quality Control

WAO

Water Access Only

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By-Law No. 2025-0033 Of The Corporation of the County of Frontenac Being a by-law to declare lands of the County owned property located in Tichborne near Fream Street; legally described as CON 1 PT LOTS 18 TO 20 CON 2 PT LOTS 16 20 AND 21 in the former township of Hinchinbrooke, surplus for the purpose of transferring excess portions of the K&P Trail to 11628 Road 38. Whereas the County of Frontenac By-law No. 2025-013 establishes procedures governing the sale of real property; And Whereas Section 3.1 requires that prior to the sale of any real property Council shall pass a by-law or resolution at a meeting open to the public to declare the real property to be surplus; And Whereas the Council for the Corporation of the County of Frontenac considers it desirable and expedient to declare lands of the County owned property located in Tichborne near Fream Street; legally described as CON 1 PT LOTS 18 TO 20 CON 2 PT LOTS 16 20 AND 21 in the former township of Hinchinbrooke, surplus for the purpose of transferring excess portions of the K&P Trail to 11628 Road 38; Now Therefore Be It Resolved That the Council of the Corporation of the County of Frontenac does hereby enacts the following: 1.

That lands of the County owned property located in Tichborne near Fream Street; legally described as CON 1 PT LOTS 18 TO 20 CON 2 PT LOTS 16 20 AND 21 in the former township of Hinchinbrooke, surplus for the purpose of transferring excess portions of the K&P Trail to 11628 Road 38;

That pursuant to By-law No. 2025-013, third reading of this by-law be given at a future meeting pending the successful passing of the purchasers application for Zoning By-law Amendment for the lands by the Council of the Township of Central Frontenac, to meet the public notice requirements;

That this by-law shall come into force and take effect upon the date of final passing.

Read a first and second time this 17th day of September, 2025. Read a third time, signed, sealed and finally passed this 21st day of January 2026. The Corporation of the County of Frontenac

Bill Saunders, Warden

Jannette Amini, Clerk

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By-Law Number 2026-001 of The Corporation of the County of Frontenac being a by-law to authorize the Execution of a Transfer Payment Agreement with the Province of Ontario for provincial assistance for incremental costs related to the March 2025 ice storm Whereas Sections 5 of the Municipal Act, 2001, as amended (hereinafter the Act) provides that a municipal power, including a municipality’s capacity, rights, powers and privileges, shall be exercised by its council by by-law, unless the municipality is specifically authorized to do otherwise; and, Whereas the County of Frontenac wishes to enter into an Agreement with the Province of Ontario for provincial assistance for incremental costs related to the March 2025 ice storm; Now Therefore Be It Resolved That the Council of the Corporation of the County of Frontenac enacts as follows: 1.

That the Warden and Clerk are hereby authorized to enter into a Transfer Payment Agreement with the Province of Ontario for provincial assistance for incremental costs related to the March 2025 ice storm.

That this By-law shall come into force and take effect upon the date of final passing.

Read a First and Second Time this 21st day of January, 2026. Read a Third Time, Signed, Sealed and Finally Passed this 21st day of January, 2026. The Corporation of the County of Frontenac

Bill Saunders, Warden

Jannette Amini, Clerk

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By-Law Number 2026-002 of The Corporation of the County of Frontenac being a by-law to authorize the Warden and Clerk to enter into a Lease Extension Agreement with the City of Kingston for the property municipally known as 1665 Highway 15, Kingston. Whereas Sections 5 of the Municipal Act, 2001, as amended (hereinafter the Act) provides that a municipal power, including a municipality’s capacity, rights, powers and privileges, shall be exercised by its council by by-law, unless the municipality is specifically authorized to do otherwise; and, Whereas the County of Frontenac wishes to enter into a Lease Extension Agreement with the City of Kingston for the property municipally known as 1665 Highway 15, Kingston; Now Therefore Be It Resolved That the Council of the Corporation of the County of Frontenac hereby enacts as follows:

1. That the Warden and the Clerk be authorized to enter into a Lease Extension Agreement with the City of Kingston for the property municipally known as 1665 Highway 15, Kingston.
2. That this By-law shall come into force and take effect upon the date of final passing. Read a First and Second Time this 21st day of January, 2026. Read a Third Time, Signed, Sealed and Finally Passed this 21st day of January, 2026. The Corporation of the County of Frontenac

Bill Saunders, Warden

Jannette Amini, Clerk

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By-Law No. 2026-003 Of The Corporation of the County of Frontenac being a by-law to amend By-law 2025-044 (to authorize the Corporation of the County of Frontenac to distribute the Canada Community Building Fund) Whereas the Corporation of the County of Frontenac (the Recipient) adopted By-law 2010-0015 which authorized the Warden and Clerk to execute an agreement with AMO regarding the Federal Gas Tax (since renamed the Canada Community-Building Fund as of June 29, 2021) since the execution of that agreement is mandatory if the County of Frontenac wanted to participate in the transfer of federal gas tax revenue; And Whereas the Corporation of the County of Frontenac (the Recipient) adopted Bylaw 2014-0027 to execute an amended agreement with AMO regarding Federal Gas Tax (now called the Canada Community-Building Fund); And Whereas Section 6.2 of the Agreement permits the Recipient to allocate funds to another Eligible Municipality; And Whereas Council passed By-law 2025-044, authorizing the Corporation of the County of Frontenac to distribute the Canada Community Building Fund amongst its four lower-tier municipalities for 2025 at its December 17, 2025 regular meeting; And Whereas Council wishes to amend By-law 2025-044 to correct the distribution of the Canada Community Building Fund to Eligible Municipalities For 2025; Now Therefore Be It Resolved That the Council of the Corporation of the County of Frontenac hereby orders and enacts: 1.

That By-law 2025-044 be amended by deleting the 2025 distribution Schedule and replacing with the 2025 distribution Schedule attached to this by-law;

That this By-law shall come into force and have effect upon the final passing thereof.

Read a First and Second Time this 21st day of January, 2026. Read a Third Time and Finally Passed, Signed and Sealed this 21st day of January, 2026. The Corporation of the County of Frontenac Bill Saunders, Warden

Jannette Amini, Clerk

By-law 2026-003 to amend By-law 2025-044 to authorize the Corporation of the County of Frontenac to distribute the Canada Community Building Fund amongst its four lower-tier municipalities January 21, 2026 Page 1 of 2 Page 72 of 86

County Of Frontenac Distribution of Canada Community Building Fund to Eligible Municipalities for 2025 Township

Weighted Assessment

Allocation

Frontenac Islands

9.34%

$89.598.04

South Frontenac

58.59%

$562,136.59

Central Frontenac

16.47%

$158,010.54

North Frontenac

15.60%

$149,669.76

Total

100.00%

$959,414.93

County Of Frontenac additional 2025 distribution of $3,256.32 to the County of Frontenac for a Community Improvement Plan endeavours for 2025 Township

Balance to Spend, End of 2024

2025 Transfers

Balance to Spend, End of 2025

North Frontenac (Township-wide)

$0

$0

$0

Central Frontenac (Sharbot Lake)

$0

$0

$0

South Frontenac (Harrowsmith)

$34,263.31

$0

$34,263.31

Frontenac Islands (Marysville)

$41,080.18

$0

$41,080.18

County of Frontenac

$33,747.60

$3,256.32

$30,491.28

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By-Law No. 2026-004 of The Corporation of the County of Frontenac being a By-law to Impose User Fees and Charges for Services

Whereas Sections 391 (1) and (3) of the Municipal Act, 2001 S.O. 2001, c. 25, as amended authorize a municipality to impose fees or charges including costs incurred by the municipality related to administration, enforcement and the establishment, acquisition and replacement of capital assets, on persons, (a)

for services or activities provided or done by or on behalf of it;

(b)

for costs payable by it for services or activities provided or done by or on behalf of any other municipality or local board; and

(c)

for the use of its property including property under its control.

And Whereas Section 69 of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, c.P.13, as amended, authorizes that the council of a municipality, by by-law, may establish a tariff of fees for the processing of applications made in respect of planning matters, which tariff shall be designed to meet only the anticipated cost to the municipality in respect of the processing of each type of application provided for in the tariff: Now Therefore Be It Resolved That the Council of the Corporation of the County of Frontenac enacts as follows: 1.

That Schedule A attached hereto and forming part of this by-law represents Fees for Services for County Administration and Geographic Information System (GIS) Mapping.

That Schedule B attached hereto and forming part of this by-law represents Fees for Services for Facility Rentals.

That Schedule C attached hereto and forming part of this by-law represents the Tariff of Fees for Land Use Planning.

That Schedule D attached hereto and forming part of this by-law represents the Fees for Services for Fairmount Home.

That Schedule E attached hereto and forming part of this by-law represents Fees for Services for Frontenac Paramedic Services.

That Schedule F attached hereto and forming part of this by-law represents Fees for Citizen Land Use on County Owned Property

That all fees, other than for exempt services, are subject to the applicable taxes.

That the fees for services outlined in the schedules to this by-law shall be reviewed annually. Page 74 of 86

9.

That By-law No. 2025-002 is hereby repealed.

10. That this By-law shall come into force and take effect upon the date of final passing. Read a First and Second Time this 21st day of January, 2026. Read a Third Time, Signed, Sealed and Finally Passed this 21st day of January, 2026.

The Corporation of the County of Frontenac

Bill Saunders, Warden

Jannette Amini, Clerk

Council Recommend Report Corporate Services 2026 User Fees and Charges By-law January 21, 2026 Page 2 of 9

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Schedule A Fees for Services for County Administration and Geographic Information System (GIS) Mapping Administration Photocopying (per copy)

$0.25

Faxing (per page)

$1.00

Archival Material Search – Hourly Rate

$35.00

Document Searches (pursuant to MFIPPA)1 per hour

$30.00

Geographic Information System (GIS) And Map-Related Products Digital True Colour Ortho-Photography for 2008, 2014 and 2019 (1km x 1km tiles MrSID, JPEG2000, GeoTIFF); $50.00 per tile Printed Map Products Small Basic Map (8½” x 11”; no customization) Black and white

$6.00

Colour

$8.00

Medium Basic Map (11” x 17”; no customization) Black and white

$10.00

Colour

$12.00

Large Basic Map (no customization, exceeds 11” x 17” and up to 42” wide; requires the use of large-scale GIS plotter) $30.00 FMIS Member Rate for Large Basic Map

$5.00

Custom Map Products Hourly Rate (includes mapping/ analysis/ consultation; does not include printed final product or shipping charges; minimum fee of 1 hour $60.00 Note:

These fees are not applicable to services provided to the Townships within the County of Frontenac with the exception of the FMIS Member Rate for Large Basic Map. 1

– Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act

Council Recommend Report Corporate Services 2026 User Fees and Charges By-law January 21, 2026 Page 3 of 9

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Schedule B Fees for Facility Rentals Notes: After hour charges are applicable outside of normal County hours of operation (8:30 am to 4:00 pm, Monday to Friday) County Meeting Rooms

County Use (includes member Townships)

Kingston Frontenac Rotary Auditorium

•

No Charge

•

No Charge Including Fairmount Home sponsored residents/family events

•

50% Deposit Required (NonRefundable if cancelled within 48 hours) $30/half day (4 hours) $50/day (8 hours) After hours charge ($40/hr.) Stand-by Tech Support charge is ($50/hr.) Damage Deposit ($250)

•

50% Deposit Required (NonRefundable if cancelled within 48 hours) $120/half day (4 hours) $200/day (8 hours) After hours charge ($40/hr.) Stand-by Tech Support charge is ($50/hr.) Damage Deposit ($250)

50% Deposit Required (NonRefundable if cancelled within 48 hours) Proof of insurance required $45/half day (4 hours) $75/day (8 hours) After hours charge ($40/hr) Stand-by Tech Support charge is ($50/hr.) Damage Deposit ($250)

•

(Must have staff sponsor or assigned designate who will be present for the meeting and will be responsible for clean-up/close down procedures) County Affiliate or Not for Profit (Must have affiliate / association sponsor who will be present for the meeting and will be responsible for cleanup/close down procedures) For Profit Company

• • • • • • • • • • • •

• • • • •

• • • • • •

50% Deposit Required (NonRefundable if cancelled within 48 hours) Proof of insurance required $150/half day (4 hours) $250/day (8 hours) After hours charge ($40/hr) Stand-by Tech Support charge is ($50/hr) Damage Deposit ($250)

Multiple day rates may be discounted up to 30% depending upon availability and set up/break down requirements. No onsite catering is available. A list of recommended local caterers is available upon request. No charge to the City of Kingston for the Kingston Frontenac Rotary Auditorium. Council Recommend Report Corporate Services 2026 User Fees and Charges By-law January 21, 2026 Page 4 of 9

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Schedule C Tariff of Fees for Land Use Planning Pre-Application Consultation Official Plan Amendments to County Official Plan, Draft Plan of Subdivision, Draft Plan of Condominium - $300.00 As per the County’s Pre-Application Consultation By-Law, the pre-application consultation process for plans of subdivision and plans of condominium involves a site visit to the subject property, including the County’s consulting hydrogeologist. The applicant is responsible for covering all costs associated with the County hydrogeologist’s site visit to the subject property. Official Plan County Official Plan Amendment (OPA): Initial Application Fee - $2,500.00 Deposit: In addition to the initial application fee, the applicant shall provide to the County of Frontenac a $1,000.00 deposit against which the County may charge any professional fees and expenses incurred related to the peer review of any supporting documentation submitted with the application. Any remaining balance of the deposit will be refunded after County Council has made a decision on the application and any required appeal period has lapsed. Refund: 60% of the initial application fee shall be returned if an application is rejected by the County of Frontenac as being deemed incomplete or is withdrawn by the applicant prior to the circulation of the application. Amendment to County OPA Application - $500.00 Approval of Local OPA not initiated by a Township - $1,000.00 Plan of Subdivision/Condominium Initial Application Fee • 1 to 20 developable lots/blocks/units - $3,250.00 • 21 to 50 developable lots/blocks/units - $4,750.00 • More than 50 developable lots/blocks/units - $6,250.00 Deposit: In addition to the initial application fee, the applicant shall provide to the County of Frontenac a $5,000.00 deposit against which the County may charge any professional fees and expenses incurred related to the peer review of any supporting documentation submitted with the application. Any remaining balance of the deposit will be refunded at the time of registration Refund: 60% of the initial application fee shall be returned if an application is rejected by the County of Frontenac as being deemed incomplete or is withdrawn by the applicant prior to the circulation of the application. Major Plan Revision (re-circulation) - $1,500.00 Minor Plan Revision (no re-circulation) - $800.00 Amendment to conditions following draft plan approval - $700.00 Page 78 of 86

Draft Plan Approval Extension – $800.00 Final Plan of Subdivision/Condominium: Clearance of Conditions - $1,200.00 Condominium Exemption Application Fee - $1,000.00 For any plan of condominium submitted to the County of Frontenac for exemption under Section 50 of The Condominium Act, R.S.O. 1990, C26, as amended. Deeming By-Law/Part Lot Control Deeming By-law (Application Fee) - $700.00 Part Lot Control By-law (Application Fee) - $700.00 Other Planning and Administrative Items Public Notices • Notice to Cancel a Public Meeting - $100.00 • Circulation of an Additional Public Meeting Notice (due to an amended application, rescheduling a public meeting, or the need to hold a second public meeting) - $100.00 Minimum Distance Separation (MDS) • Calculation - $200.00 • Re-calculation - $100.00 General Inquiries and Archive/File Search Fee • First hour – no charge • More than an hour - $60.00 per hour External Fees and Other Charges The applicant shall provide the County of Frontenac, upon request, a deposit against which the County may, from time to time, charge any professional fees and expenses incurred related to the peer review of material submitted in support of an application. If such fees and expenses exceed the deposit, the applicant shall pay the difference upon being billed by the County with interest at a rate of 1.25% per month on accounts overdue more than 30 days.

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Schedule D Fees for Services for Fairmount Home Other Charges Satellite Television for Residents Telephone for Residents

$5.00/month $7.00/month plus long-distance charges

Wi-Fi for Residents

$12.00/month $5.00 one-time set up fee

External Catering On-site catering provided by Sodexo. Details available upon request.

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Schedule E Fees for Services for Frontenac Paramedic Services Special Events Attendance of one (1) Ambulance and Paramedic crew at Special Events Basic Charge: 4 hours coverage minimum charge

$980.00

Additional Charges: For each hour or portion thereof

$245.00

The deposit amount is due prior to the event, and any adjustment/refund will be resolved after the special event. Retrieving an Ambulance Call Report Per report

$35.00

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Schedule F Fees for Citizen Land Use on County Owned Property

Certificate of Permission Application and Inspection Fee …………………………………………………………………….. $350* (Based upon 4 to 8 hours for pre and post inspection and administration) License of Occupation Application and Inspection Fee …………………………………………………………………….. $350* for the duration of the agreement …………………………………………………………. + $100/year (Based upon 4 to 8 hours for pre and post inspection and administration) Encroachment Agreement Application Fee …………………………………………………………………………………………… $700* (Based upon 8 to 12 hours for pre and post inspection and administration) Right of Way (RoW) Application Fee …………………………………………………………………………………………… $700* (Based upon 8 to 12 hours for pre and post inspection and administration) Sale Application Fee …………………………………………………………………………………………… $350* (Based upon 4 to 8 hours for pre and post inspection and administration) All sales in must be in accordance with the County’s Sale of Real Property By-law.

• Plus related disbursements.

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By-Law No. 2026-005 of The Corporation of the County of Frontenac being a by-law to authorize temporary borrowing for current expenditures for the year 2026 Whereas per Section 407(1) of the Municipal Act, 2001, as amended (“the Act”), at any time during a fiscal year, a municipality may authorize temporary borrowing, until the taxes are collected and other revenues are received, of the amounts that the municipality considers necessary to meet the current expenditures of the municipality for the year; And Whereas the Corporation of the County of Frontenac (“the County”) deems it necessary to borrow from time to time until other revenues are collected; And Whereas per Section 407(2) of the Act, except with the approval of the Ontario Municipal Board, the total amount borrowed at any one time plus any outstanding amounts of principal borrowed and accrued interest shall not exceed: (a)

from January 1 to September 30 in the year, 50 per cent of the total estimated revenues of the municipality as set out in the budget adopted for the year; and,

(b)

from October 1 to December 31 in the year, 25 per cent of the total estimated revenues of the municipality as set out in the budget adopted for the year.

And Whereas per Section 407(4) of the Act estimated revenues of the County as set forth in the estimates adopted for the year 2026 is $72,140,262, which does not include revenues derivable or derived from: (a)

arrears of taxes, fees or charges; or

(b)

a payment from a reserve fund of the municipality, whether or not the payment is for a capital purpose.

Now Therefore Be It Resolved That the Corporation of the County of Frontenac enacts as follows:

1. That the Warden and Treasurer are hereby authorized, on behalf of the County, to borrow from time to time, by way of promissory note or banker’s acceptance, from the TD Canada Trust (the “Bank”), any municipality or school board, a sum or sums not to exceed the aggregate of $32,221,197 from January 1, 2026 to September 30, 2026 and $16,110,598 from October

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1, 2026 to December 31, 2026 less the amount of similar borrowings which are still unpaid to meet, until the taxes are collected, the current expenditures of the County for the year 2026, including the amounts required for the purposes mentioned in Sub-section (1) of the said Section 407 and to give, on behalf of the County, to the said Bank, a promissory note(s) or banker’s acceptance(s), sealed with the corporate seal and signed by the Warden and Treasurer for the monies so borrowed with interest, in the case of borrowing from the Bank at the Bank’s prime interest rate less one-quarter per cent which shall be as notified by the Bank to the Treasurer from time to time, or in the case of borrowing from a municipality or school board at a rate to be negotiated with the municipality or school board but not to exceed the Bank’s prime lending rate at the time of borrowing. 2. That all sums borrowed pursuant to the authority of this by-law as well as all other sums borrowed in this year and in previous years from the said Bank, municipality or school board for any or all of the purposes mentioned in the said Section 407 of the Act shall, with interest thereon, be a charge upon the whole of the revenues of the County for the current year and for all preceding years, as and when such revenues are received. 3. That the Treasurer is hereby authorized and directed to apply in payment of all sums borrowed as aforesaid, together with interest thereon, all of the monies hereafter collected or received either on account or realized in respect of the taxes levied for the current year and preceding years, or from any other source, which may lawfully be applied for such purposes. 4. That this by-law shall come into force and effect on the final passing thereof. Read a First and Second Time this 21st day of January, 2026. Read a Third Time and Finally Passed, Signed and Sealed this 21st day of January, 2026. The Corporation of the County of Frontenac

Bill Saunders, Warden

Jannette Amini, Clerk

By-law No. 2026-005 To authorize temporary borrowing for current expenditures for 2026 January 21, 2026

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By-Law No. 2026-006 of The Corporation of the County OF Frontenac being a by-law to confirm all actions and proceedings of County Council on January 21, 2026

Whereas Section 8 of the Municipal Act, S.O. 2001, c.25 and amendments thereto provides that a municipality has the capacity, rights, powers and privileges of a natural person for the purpose of exercising its authority under the Municipal Act or any other Act; and; Whereas Subsection 2 of Section 11 of the Municipal Act, S.O. 2001, c.25 and amendments thereto provides that a lower-tier municipality and an upper-tier municipality may pass by-laws respecting matters within the spheres of jurisdiction described in the Table to Subsection 2 subject to certain provisions, and; Whereas Section 5 of the Municipal Act, S.O. 2001, c. 25 and amendments thereto provides that a municipal power, including a municipality’s capacity, rights, powers and privileges under Section 8 shall be exercised by its council and by by-law unless the municipality is specifically authorized to do otherwise; and; Whereas the Council of the County of Frontenac deems it expedient to confirm its actions and proceedings; Now Therefore Be It Resolved That the Council of the Corporation of the County of Frontenac hereby enacts as follows:

1. That all actions and proceedings of the Council of the County of Frontenac taken at its regular meeting held on January 21, 2026, be confirmed as actions for which the municipality has the capacity, rights, powers and privileges of a natural person.
2. That all actions and proceedings of the Council of the County of Frontenac taken at its regular meeting held on January 21, 2026, be confirmed as being matters within the spheres of jurisdiction described in Subsection 2 of Section 11 of the Municipal Act, S.O. 2001, c.25 and amendments thereto.
3. That all actions and proceedings of the Council of the Corporation of the County of Frontenac taken at its regular meeting held on January 21, 2026, except those taken by by-law and those required by by-law to be done by resolution are hereby sanctioned, ratified and confirmed as though set out within and forming part of this by-law.

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4. That this by-law shall come into force and take effect as of the final passing thereof. Read a First and Second Time this 21st day of January 2026 Read a Third Time and Finally Passed, Signed and Sealed this 21st day of January 2026.

The Corporation of the County of Frontenac

Bill Saunders, Warden

Jannette Amini, Clerk

By-Law No. 2026-006 – To Confirm all Actions and Proceedings of County Council January 21, 2026

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