Taken from the roll call in the town’s own minutes. The minutes record who was not there and almost never why.
What was decided (23 motions)
23 carried, 0 recorded otherwise. Every motion below is printed as the minutes print it.
That the Council approve the April 13, 2026 Planning meeting agenda as presented.
Moved by Councillor Emily Rowley, seconded by Deputy Mayor Ron Anderson
Carried
That Council move into Statutory Public Meeting April 13, 2026 at 6:31 p.m.
Moved by Councillor Hannah MacAusland, seconded by Councillor Anne Butwell
Carried
That Council receives this Report and the Draft Secondary Plan (Version 2) for purposes of receiving information and public consultation; And That Council direct staff to receive and consider public and agency comments arising from the Statutory Public Meeting as part of the continued refinement of the Draft Secondary Plan.
Moved by Councillor Emily Rowley, seconded by Deputy Mayor Ron Anderson
Carried
That Council enacts a By-law (see By-laws section of this agenda) to rezone portions of the severed lands from the ‘Rural (RU) Zone’ to the ‘Rural Residential (RR) Zone’ (the retained lands will remain the ‘Rural (RU) Zone’).
Moved by Councillor Anne Butwell, seconded by Councillor Jeff Wheeldon
Carried
That Council approve Consent application B02-2026, for a Lot Addition to 40 Rosslyn Drive, subject to the Conditions outlined in this report.
Moved by Councillor Bobbi Wright, seconded by Councillor Emily Rowley
Carried
That Council enacts a By-law (see By-laws section of this agenda) to rezone portions of the subject lands identified as 175A Ontario Street from ‘Future Development’ to ‘Urban Residential One Exception No. 48 (R1-48) Zone’ in accordance with the Municipality of Brighton Zoning By-law 140-2002, as amended, as detailed in this Staff report.
Moved by Councillor Anne Butwell, seconded by Councillor Hannah MacAusland
Carried
That Council give provisional Consent to Consent Application B03-2026, in accordance with the Conditions of Consent provided in this report.
Moved by Councillor Bobbi Wright, seconded by Councillor Emily Rowley
Carried
That Council move out of Statutory Public Meeting April 13, 2026 at 7:48 p.m.
Moved by Councillor Anne Butwell, seconded by Councillor Hannah MacAusland
Carried
That Council reconsider the motion regarding Consent Application B01-2026 that was considered and voted on at this evening’s meeting; and further, That the motion be amended to add the following recommendation: “That Council approve Consent Application B01-2026, for a new lot, subject to the conditions outlined in this report.”
Moved by Councillor Emily Rowley, seconded by Councillor Hannah MacAusland
Carried
That Council pass an amending By-law to the Municipality’s Parking By-Law, as shown in the By-laws section of this agenda, for purposes of temporarily restricting on-street parking to expedite traffic through a construction detour route associated with the reconstruction project of Prince Edward Street.
Moved by Councillor Emily Rowley, seconded by Deputy Mayor Ron Anderson
Carried
That the project Deliverable #3 of the Integrated Community Sustainability Plan, being the Community Engagement Report, be received; And That Deliverable #4 of the project, Workshop 3 – Findings, Vision and Objectives, be received; And That Council adopt a Sustainability Statement to form part of Council’s Strategic Plan, as follows: “Brighton is a resilient and inclusive community where people of all ages and abilities can live, work, contribute, and thrive. Sustainability in Brighton is a shared responsibility and a common project—embedded in every decision we make to protect and enhance our natural environment, cultural heritage, and economic resources. Guided by kindness, respect, and collaboration, we strengthen social connections, support existing and new local businesses, and deliver modern, efficient services. Through continuous efforts, stewardship, innovation, and community leadership, we are building an accessible, vibrant, and sustainable future for current and future generations.”; And That Council adopt the Themes and Action Objectives as referenced in this report for a feasibility review of each item to be undertaken by the consultant of record, Sia Partners Inc.
Moved by Councillor Anne Butwell, seconded by Councillor Hannah MacAusland
Carried
That Council receive this report for information regarding Bill 98, Building Homes and Improving Transportation Infrastructure Act, 2026, associated Planning Act reform consultations, and the potential implications for municipal planning tools, including parkland dedication and secondary planning.
Moved by Councillor Hannah MacAusland, seconded by Councillor Anne Butwell
Carried
That Council authorize the award of the contract for the ‘Land Bank Program – Development Master Plan and Business Model’ (RFP PLN 2025-01) to Urban Strategies Inc. in the upset limit amount of $351,300.75 plus HST, inclusive of all disbursements; And That Council authorize the Mayor and Clerk to execute the agreement with Urban Strategies Inc.; And That Council direct staff to proceed with implementation of the Land Bank Program work plan upon execution of the agreement.
Moved by Councillor Emily Rowley, seconded by Deputy Mayor Ron Anderson
Carried
That Council direct the Mayor and Clerk to execute an Encroachment Agreement on behalf of the Municipality for 406 County Road 64; And Further, That Council authorize the Municipal Solicitor to register the enacted By-law for the Encroachment Agreement including making any necessary revisions to legal descriptions, names, or undertakings as may be necessary.
Moved by Councillor Anne Butwell, seconded by Councillor Hannah MacAusland
Carried
That Council receive the correspondence from the Ministry of Environment and Conservations and Parks regarding the Decision Notice on the Proposed Boundaries for the Regional Consolidation of Ontario’s Conservation Authorities.
Moved by Councillor Emily Rowley, seconded by Deputy Mayor Ron Anderson
Carried
That Council gives a bylaw its first, second and third reading and finally passes on this date: Being a By-Law to amend and update By-Law 126-2016, the By-Law to regulate and control vehicular parking on Municipal Property.
Moved by Councillor Anne Butwell, seconded by Councillor Jeff Wheeldon
Carried
That Council gives a bylaw its first, second and third reading and finally passes on this date: Being a By-Law under the provisions of Section 34 of the Planning Act, R.S.O., 1990, to amend By-law No. 140-2002, as otherwise amended, of the Corporation of the Municipality of Brighton as it applies to the lands located at 0 Guertin Road, described as BRIGHTON CON 5 PT LOT 4 on Registered Plan 38R5462
Moved by Councillor Bobbi Wright, seconded by Councillor Emily Rowley
Carried
That Council gives a bylaw its first, second and third reading and finally passes on this date: Being a By-Law under the provisions of Section 34 of the Planning Act, R.S.O., 1990, to amend By-law No. 140-2002, as otherwise amended, of the Corporation of the Municipality of Brighton as it applies to the lands located at 175A Ontario Street legally described as Part Lot 2 Concession 1, BRIGHTON, Parts 1 and 3, on Registered Plan 39R-15109; Brighton
Moved by Councillor Anne Butwell, seconded by Councillor Hannah MacAusland
Carried
That Council gives a bylaw its first, second and third reading and finally passes on this date: Being a By-Law to authorize the Mayor and the Clerk to execute an agreement between the Corporation of the Municipality of Brighton and Norman and Karine MacKenzie, regarding an encroachment onto the Municipal Road Allowance of Boes Road.
Moved by Councillor Bobbi Wright, seconded by Councillor Emily Rowley
Carried
That Council resolve into Closed Session April 13, 2026 at 8:48 p.m., pursuant to Section 239(2)(c) of the Ontario Municipal Act, 2001, as amended, to consider a matter respecting a proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the municipality or a local board, being a proposed purchase of land.
Moved by Councillor Anne Butwell, seconded by Councillor Jeff Wheeldon
Carried
That Council rise and report from Closed Session April 13, 2026 at 9:15 p.m., in accordance with Subsection 239 (2) of the Ontario Municipal Act, 2001, to discuss matters pertaining to (c) a proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the municipality or a local board, being a proposed purchase of land; And further that Council received information regarding a proposed purchase of land, and directed staff to engage in discussions respecting the potential acquisition of certain lands located within the Municipality of Brighton.; And that a procedural motion to adopt the Closed Session minutes of March 23, 2026 was voted on during Closed Session.
Moved by Councillor Emily Rowley, seconded by Deputy Mayor Ron Anderson
Carried
That Council gives a by-law its first, second and third reading and finally passed on this date; being a by-law to confirm the proceeds of the Corporation of the Municipality of Brighton Planning meeting held on April 13, 2026.
Moved by Councillor Hannah MacAusland, seconded by Councillor Anne Butwell
Carried
That the April 13, 2026 Council Planning meeting adjourn at 9:16 p.m.
Moved by Councillor Emily Rowley, seconded by Deputy Mayor Ron Anderson