Councillor Kelly is a retired self-employed businessman. He has served on a wide variety of municipal committees including, but not limited to: Planning Advisory Committee, Committee of Adjustment, Parks and Recreation Committee, Protection to Persons and Property Committee and the Economic Development Committee. Terry is a Director of the Federation of Northern Ontario Municipalities (FONOM) representing 10 municipalities in the Nipissing District. He is also FONOM's representative on the Nuclear Waste Management Organization Committee. Councillor Kelly is an active 20 year veteran of the East Ferris Volunteer Fire Department and teaches 2 fitness classes per week for seniors in our community through the VON. Terry has been President of the East Ferris Fitness Centre since its inception over 14 years ago.
THAT the draft agenda presented to Council for the Special Meeting and dated the 5th day of October, 2026 be hereby adopted as circulated.
WHEREAS Council for the Municipality of East Ferris deems it expedient to pass three readings of the following by-law at this session; BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED THAT a by-law to authorize the execution of a Subdivision Agreement in accordance with the approval of SB-2024-01 (1851477 Ontario Inc). BE READ a first, second and third time, passed and numbered 2026-38; AND THAT said by-law be signed by the
THAT Council of the Municipality of East Ferris supports the Municipality of Trent Hills request that the Province of Ontario and the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board review the impacts of eliminating the Second Injury and Enhancement Fund (SIEF), consult with employers, municipalities, labour representatives and other stakeholders, and consider modernizing or revising the program rather than
THAT Council approve the Correspondence and Information as circulated with the agenda of September 8th, 2026.
WHEREAS Council for the Municipality of East Ferris deems it expedient to pass three readings of the following by-law at this session; BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED THAT a by-law to amend Zoning By-law No. 2021-60, as amended, relating to Zoning By-law Amendment File No. C-2026-04, BE READ a first, second and third time, passed and numbered 2026-35; AND THAT said by-law be signed by the Mayor and Clerk an
THAT Council for the Municipality of East Ferris directs staff to bring forward a recommendation report to Council for implementing automatic peer reviews of certain studies submitted with development applications inclusive of criteria that trigger reviews and any exemptions.
WHEREAS at the June 9 th , 2026 Council meeting, Council gave direction to the Municipal Engineer to get costings for the complete reconstruction of Meadow Drive and Ridgemount Drive; AND WHEREAS at the July 9 th , 2026 Public Works Committee meeting the Committee reviewed the costings provided by the Municipal Engineer; AND WHEREAS the Public Works and Infrastructure Committee recommends to Counc
WHEREAS the Fire and Emergency Services Committee recommends to Council that the East Ferris Fire & Emergency Services 2025 Annual Update be accepted for information purposes; BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED that Council approves of this recommendation.
THAT Council of the Corporation of the Municipality of East Ferris accepts the recommendation from the Fire Chief and authorize staff to proceed with Option 1 contained in Report No. FD-2026-01 and award the contract for the replacement of the septic system at 1229 Village Road (Astorville – Fire Station 2) to EBL Groundworks in the amount of $22,300.00 plus HST.
THAT Council of the Municipality of East Ferris supports the Town of Caledon in their request that the Government of Ontario investigate and implement measures to reduce burgeoning tick populations and to mitigate their associated public health risks; AND THAT the Province consider increased funding and support for local public health units to address tick-borne disease prevention; AND FURTHER THA
THAT the draft agenda presented to Council and dated the 9th day of June, 2026 be adopted as prepared.
WHEREAS public input was received and considered at the public meeting of the Planning Advisory Committee Meeting held May 20th, 2026 regarding Files No. SB-2026-01, OPA-2026-03, C-2026-03 - Applicant Tulloch Engineering c/o Steve McArthur on behalf of 1000328150 Ontario Inc. c/o Marcel and Dan Degagne; AND WHEREAS the owner(s) of the lands described as Part of Lots 13 and 14, Concession 7 & Part
THAT By-law No. 2026-25 being a By-law to amend Zoning By-law No. 2021-60, as amended, relating to Zoning By-law Amendment File No. C-2026-03 be read a third time and passed this 9th day of June, 2026; AND THAT said By-Law be signed by the Mayor and Clerk, and sealed with the Seal of the Corporation.
THAT Council of the Municipality of East Ferris supports the Township of Armour in their request that the Government of Ontario and Government of Canada to prioritize the development of new and upgraded highway rest stops and traveller infrastructure along Highways 11 and 17 across Northern Ontario AND THAT this resolution be forwarded to the FONOM, NOMA, AMO, MPP Vic Fedeli, MP Pauline Rochefort,
THAT Council of the Municipality of East Ferris supports the Township of Baldwin in their request that the Province of Ontario to conduct an immediate review of the OPP Municipal Policing Model and the policing structure for unorganized territories; AND THAT this resolution be forwarded to the Solicitor General, MPP Vic Fedeli, AMO, FONOM, and NOMA.
THAT Council for the Municipality of East Ferris directs staff to report back to Council on the cost of a peer review for the Hydro Geological study pertaining to Files SB-2026-01, OPA-2026-03 and C-2026-03. Results of Recorded Vote as requested by Councillor Rooyakkers: Councillor Rooyakkers Yea Deputy Mayor Kelly Nay Councillor Trahan Yea Councillor Brazeau Yea Mayor Champagne Nay
THAT Council for the Municipality of East Ferris award the Tender for the Elevator Replacement at the East Ferris Community Centre and Arena to Venasse Building Group Inc. in the amount of $375,000.00 + HST.
THAT By-law No. 2026-26 being a By-law to amend the Official Plan of the Municipality relating to Official Plan Amendment File No. OPA-2026-03 be read a first and second time this 26th day of May, 2026.
THAT Council of the Municipality of East Ferris supports the Municipality of Morris-Turnberry in their opposition to the consolidation of Conservation Authorities in Ontario and calls upon the Province of Ontario to immediately halt the proposed consolidation process and recommit to strengthening the existing watershed-based Conservation Authority system, including through the provision of appropr
WHEREAS Jennifer Elliott has made a request to the Municipality for an exemption under Section 4 of Municipal By-law 2015-33; a By-law to Prohibit Excessive Noise; AND WHEREAS the requested exemption would apply from Saturday, August 8th, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. to Sunday, August 9th, 2026 at 12:00 a.m. for the purpose of a private wedding to be held on B2 Perron Island on Lake Nosbonsing; BE IT HEREBY
THAT Council for the Municipality of East Ferris directs staff to report back to Council on the cost of a peer review for the Hydro Geological study pertaining to Files SB-2026-01, OPA-2026-03 and C-2026-03. Results of
THAT the draft agenda presented to Council for the Special Meeting and dated the 14th day of May, 2026 be hereby adopted as circulated.
THAT the Council of the Municipality of East Ferris appoints Michael Philbin to the Planning Advisory Committee and Committee of Adjustment for the remainder of the 2022-2026 term of Council.
THAT the Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of March 24th, 2026 be adopted as circulated.
THAT Council approve the Correspondence and Information as circulated with the agenda of April 14th, 2026.
THAT Council for the Municipality of East Ferris approves the 2026 Capital Budget in the amount of $2,976,250; AND THAT the Treasurer be authorized to seek debt financing for certain capital projects as presented in the Draft 2026 Capital Budget Summary dated April 7, 2026.
THAT the draft agenda presented to Council and dated the 24th day of March, 2026 be adopted as prepared.
THAT Council for the Municipality of East Ferris awards RFQ-2026-03 – Supply and Application of Dust Control and Road Stabilization Materials to Pollard Distribution Inc. in the amount of $56,036.70 including HST.
THAT Council for the Municipality of East Ferris awards tender EF-2026-07 - Asphalt Paving - South Shore Road to Pioneer Construction Inc. in the amount of $ 445,677.65 including HST.
WHEREAS Council for the Municipality of East Ferris deems it expedient to pass three readings of the following by-law at this session; BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED THAT a by-law to amend the Official Plan for the Municipality of East Ferris, hereafter known as Official Plan Amendment 2026-02, BE READ a first, second and third time, passed and numbered 2026-16; AND THAT said by-law be signed by the Mayor
WHEREAS Council for the Municipality of East Ferris deems it expedient to pass three readings of the following by-law at this session; BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED THAT a By-law to authorize an agreement between the Corporation of the Municipality of East Ferris and His Majesty the King in Right of Ontario as represented by the Minister of Emergency Preparedness and Response, BE READ a first, second and
THAT Council of the Municipality of East Ferris supports the Avon Maitland District School Board in their request to the Government of Ontario to undertake a comprehensive, province-wide consultation process before moving forward with any changes to the governance structure of English public school boards; AND THAT this resolution be circulated to the Honourable Doug Ford, Premier of Ontario, the
WHEREAS the Director of Community Services completed a full review of the Official Plan Amendment OPA-2026-01 and Zoning By-law Amendment C-2026-01, as well as the review of the Amendment No. 2026-01 to the Official Plan of the Municipality of East Ferris - Trout Lake Influence Area; AND WHEREAS the Planning Advisory has recommended these amendments for approval; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT
THAT the Council of the Municipality of East Ferris supports the District of Nipissing Social Services Administration Board advocating for funding to support homelessness services and supports, including maintaining the 24-hour emergency low-barrier shelter services from May 1 to October 31, as well as additional emergency shelter overflow spaces; AND FURTHER THAT a copy of this resolution be forw
THAT Council approve the general accounts for the Municipality of East Ferris as indicated in the cheque register(s) dated March 10th, 2026 in the amount of $387,446.96.
WHEREAS Highway 94 was micropaved from Highway 17/Highway 94 intersection to Callander Bay Road/Highway 94 intersection in 2025; AND WHEREAS with recent thawing, it has become evident that the road has significantly deteriorated over the winter resulting in black asphalt emulsion residue covering the snowbanks adjacent to the highway and reaching adjacent properties; AND WHEREAS there are concerns
THAT this meeting proceeds to In-Camera at 4:28 p.m. under section 239(2)(e) of the Municipal Act – litigation or potential litigation, including matters before administrative tribunals, affecting the municipality or local board.
THAT the draft agenda presented to Council and dated the 24th day of February, 2026 be adopted as prepared.
That the Council for the Municipality of East Ferris directs staff to amend section 3.2.8 of Zoning By-Law 2021-60 to permit the placement and use of freight containers within Rural, Commercial, Institutional and Industrial Zones subject to the conditions outlined in Report No. BL-2026-01.
WHEREAS Council for the Municipality of East Ferris deems it expedient to pass three readings of the following by-law at this session; BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED THAT a By-law to confirm the proceedings of Council from February 11th, 2026 to February 24th, 2026, BE READ a first, second and third time, passed and numbered 2026-12; AND THAT said by-law be signed by the Mayor and Clerk and sealed with the