Grey Highlands Council — Wednesday, September 2, 2026 @ 10:00 AM

What to Watch The headline item is the proposed adoption of a brand-new Comprehensive Zoning By-law (2026-088) to replace the municipality’s 2004 by-law, alongside Official Plan Amendment No. 51 — the new rules don’t take effect until the County approves the OPA, but this is a major planning milestone. Council must also give direction on whether Grey Highlands will commit to or opt out of the County’s proposed hybrid planning services model, with a response due to the County Clerk by September 24.

• A new area-specific development charge for Markdale wastewater is being advanced, with staff directed to bring forward the enabling by-law.
• Bridge E12 replacement is recommended for award to Alexman Contracting Inc. at $189,141.50 (excl. HST).
• Four zoning by-law amendments are up for approval: 172 Napoleon Street; 468042 12th Concession B (McIntyre); Bushview Farms Inc.; and Russell Cabinets Inc.
• Council is asked to formally assume completed public works in the Stonebrook Phase I & II subdivision (Plans 16M-70 and 16M-80), taking on municipal maintenance responsibility.
• A revised accessibility lift design for Stothart Hall replaces a previously approved ramp; staff seek authorization to tender Phase 1 work estimated at ~$155,000.
• Grey Sauble Conservation Authority presents its 2027 draft budget and discusses provincial changes to the Conservation Authorities Act (30-min. presentation).

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