Council Meeting

That the minutes of the Council meetings held on July 8, 2026 be adopted as printed.

That the “Amendment to Comprehensive Zoning By-law 2025-052, Kincardine Housekeeping Amendment By-law” be deemed to be read a first, second and third time, finally passed and numbered as By-law No. 2026 - 081.

That the “Amendment to Comprehensive Zoning By-law 2025-052, (Evans) By-law” be deemed to be read a first, second and third time, finally passed and numbered as By-law No. 2026 - 082.

THAT Council refer 5.2 a. Kincardine Environmental Action Network delegation to staff for a report on staff's experience in implementing some of the sustainability initiatives in event planning with recommendations for future years, and potential budget 2027.

That the Council of the Municipality of Kincardine pass a by-law for the removal of the Holding ‘H1’ provision from 728 North Line - PART 1 of PLAN 3R-10986, Municipality of Kincardine (geographic Township of Kincardine)

That the Council of the Municipality of Kincardine pass a road dedication by-law for Part 4 Plan 3R-10592, which is part of ADELAIDE ST PL 61 BTN BRUCE AVE & KINCARDINE AV; KINCARDINE (PIN 33316-0086); and That the Council of the Municipality of Kincardine pass a by-law to enter into a Road Access Agreement over the lands known as Parts 1 & 3 Plan 3R-10592, which is part of ADELAIDE ST PL 61 BTN BRUCE AVE & KINCARDINE AV; KINCARDINE (PIN 33316-0086) with the owners of 310 Adelaide Street known as LOT 23 TO 28 ADELAIDE W (PIN 33316-0079); and Further that the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute any documents on behalf of the Municipality.

That Council approves a submission to the Build Communities Strong Fund (BCSF) for the proposed Davidson Centre Ice Floor Replacement Project.

That Council approves the Charitable Donations Policy.

That Council receive Report Economic Development-2026-05; and That Council approve a Community Improvement Plan (CIP) grant in the amount of $11,302.26 to JB's Lingerie under the Building Improvement / Structural Program for the installation of a new high efficiency HVAC system at 787/789 Queen Street, Kincardine.

Whereas the Kincardine Wastewater Treatment Plant (KWTP) is currently addressing two significant operational issues: sludge accumulation and insufficient dissolved oxygen levels within the aeration pond; and Whereas the dissolved oxygen deficiency may have contributed to operational challenges and odour impacts in the surrounding area, requiring ongoing operational adjustments and technical investigation; and Whereas Council is committed to maintaining public trust through transparent governance, effective oversight, and timely communication with the community; and Whereas Council recognizes the significant work being undertaken by staff and technical consultants to investigate the causes of the dissolved oxygen deficiency and implement appropriate corrective actions; and Whereas the work to resolve these issues is expected to continue beyond the current term of Council and into the next Council following the October 2026 municipal election; Therefore Be It Resolved That Council requests a comprehensive technical troubleshooting report respecting the dissolved oxygen deficiency in the aeration pond that: summarizes the operational issues being addressed; outlines the investigative process undertaken by staff and technical consultants; documents available evidence, data, findings, assumptions and conclusions that may be publicly disclosed; identifies corrective actions completed, underway and planned; and establishes a baseline reference document for future reporting and Counc

That the “Alan Smith CAO Appointment By-law” be deemed to be read a first, second and third time, finally passed and numbered as By-law No. 2026 - 083.

That the “Joint Compliance Audit Committee Appointment 2026 By-law” be deemed to be read a first, second and third time, finally passed and numbered as By-law No. 2026 - 084.

That the “Appointment By-law Enforcement Officers (Municipal Support Services Inc.) 2026 By-law” be deemed to be read a first, second and third time, finally passed and numbered as By-law No. 2026 - 085.

That the following By-laws are hereby read a first, second and third time, and finally passed this 22nd day of July, 2026: 1. Amend Zoning By-law - Holding Removal (728 North Line) By-law 2026 - 086 2. Road Dedication Part 4 Plan 3R-10592 (Adelaide Street) By-law 2026 - 087 3. Road Use Agreement (310 Adelaide Street) By-law 2026 - 088 4. Charitable Donations Policy By-law 2026 - 089.

That Council approve the recommendations contained in the consent agenda dated July 22, 2026 and direct staff to proceed with all necessary administrative actions.

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 July 8, 2026; 2) A position, plan procedure, criteria, or instruction to be applied to any negotiations

That the By-law to confirm the proceedings of the Council of The Corporation of the Municipality of Kincardine of July 22, 2026 be deemed to be read a first, second and third time, finally passed and numbered as By-law No. 2026 - 090.

That this Regular Council Meeting adjourns at 7:49 p.m.