Council Highlights - May 20, 2025

Council meetings occur on the second, third, and fourth Monday of each month (the third Monday of the month is to discuss and consider planning and development matters). If a regular meeting falls on a public or civic holiday, the Council meets at the same hour on the next day that is not a public or civic holiday.

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Please note that these highlights are provided for your information but are not a substitute for Minutes approved by Council. The Minutes approved by Council are the official record of the meeting.

May 20, 2025

Strong Mayor Powers Implementation

On May 1, 2025 the Town of Saugeen Shores joined 214 other municipalities in being designated by the Province as having Strong Mayor Powers. The report provided Council and the public with information on these powers and outlined the intended approach the Town will take to implement the changes.

This was received for information.

Cultural Heritage Master Plan Final Draft and Implementation

On January 20, 2025, Council received the draft Cultural Heritage Master Plan (CHMP) and provided comments. The draft was posted for final public comments and was brought to Council for final consideration. Council amended the recommendation, directing that, while the designation process is being developed, all designations be brought to Council for approval prior to being advanced with the Municipal Heritage Committee.

This was carried, as amended.

Bluewater District School Board Administrative Procedure for Holding Zones and Holding Schools

Bluewater District School Board (BWDSB) adopted Administrative Procedure Holding Zones and Holding Schools (AP 3101- D) on November 27, 2024. This report outlined the procedure and potential future impacts to the Town.

This was defeated.

Hampton Woods Rental Agreement

As part of the Subdivision Agreement for Hampton Woods, the developer agreed to provide at least 11 dwellings to be available as rental. An agreement was required to be executed with the Town to affirm this requirement.

This was carried.

To learn more, view the Council meeting agenda.