Taken from the roll call in the town’s own minutes. The minutes record who was not there and almost never why.
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Councillor Williamsin the closed session
What was decided (13 motions)
13 carried, 0 recorded otherwise. Every motion below is printed as the minutes print it.
That the minutes of the Council meetings held on May 14, 2025 be adopted as printed.
Moved by Bill Stewart, seconded by Rory Cavanagh
Carried
That staff be directed to continue the exploration of the Municipal Accommodation Tax (MAT) and Short-Term Rental Accommodation Tax (STRA) licensing as outlined in the next steps identified in Strategic Initiatives -2025-10. Yes (6) Stellina Williams, Beth Blackwell, Mike Hinchberger, Rory Cavanagh, Jennifer Prenger, and Amanda Steinhoff-Gray No (2) Bill Stewart, and Andrea Clarke
Moved by Beth Blackwell, seconded by Stellina Williams
Carried
That the Council of the Municipality of Kincardine pass a Road Assumption By-law for Blocks 45, 47, 48, 49, 51, 53, 54, 55 on Plan 3M-226 along Mahood-Johnston Drive; and Further that the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute any documents on behalf of the Municipality.
Moved by Bill Stewart, seconded by Mike Hinchberger
Carried
That the Council of the Municipality of Kincardine direct staff to proceed with preparing the Encroachment Agreement for 4 Kuehner Street and that the Agreement be considered at a future meeting of Council.
Moved by Stellina Williams, seconded by Beth Blackwell
Carried
That the Council of the Municipality of Kincardine direct staff to proceed with preparing the Encroachment Agreement for 95C John Street for the existing cottage and that the agreement be considered at a future meeting of Council.
Moved by Jennifer Prenger, seconded by Bill Stewart
Carried
That Council pass a by-law to remove certain lands known as Lot 6, reference plan 3M-220 from Part Lot Control and authorize the Mayor and CAO to execute all required documentation on behalf of the Municipality.
Moved by Bill Stewart, seconded by Mike Hinchberger
Carried
That the “Delegation of Powers and Duties Policy By-law” be deemed to be read a first, second and third time, finally passed and numbered as By-law No. 2025 - 070.
Moved by Beth Blackwell, seconded by Mike Hinchberger
Carried
That the following By-laws are hereby read a first, second and third time, and finally passed this 28th day of May, 2025: 1. Mahood-Johnston Drive Assume as Public Highway By-law 2025 - 072 2. Part Lot Control Exemption for Lot 6, Plan 3M-220 By-law 2025 - 073
Moved by Beth Blackwell, seconded by Bill Stewart
Carried
That Council approve the recommendations contained in the consent agenda dated May 28, 2025 and direct staff to proceed with all necessary administrative actions.
Moved by Beth Blackwell, seconded by Bill Stewart
Carried
That Council move into closed session pursuant to Section 239 (2) of the Municipal Act, 2001, as amended for the purpose of considering: 1) The Closed Session minutes dated May 14, 2025; 2) A position, plan, procedure, criteria, or instruction to be applied to any negotiations
Moved by Mike Hinchberger, seconded by Stellina Williams
Carried
That the “Kincardine Family Health Organization Agreement (2025) By-law” be deemed to be read a first, second and third time, finally passed and numbered as By-law No. 2025 – 074.
Moved by Bill Stewart, seconded by Beth Blackwell
Carried
That the By-law to confirm the proceedings of the Council of The Corporation of the Municipality of Kincardine of May 28, 2025 be deemed to be read a first, second and third time, finally passed and numbered as By-law No. 2025 - 075.
Moved by Mike Hinchberger, seconded by Rory Cavanagh
Carried
That this Council Meeting adjourn at 8:37p.m.
Moved by Bill Stewart, seconded by Jennifer Prenger