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 (27 motions)
27 carried, 0 recorded otherwise. Every motion below is printed as the minutes print it.
BE IT RESOLVED that the Council of the Township of Faraday adopt the Agenda for the June 03, 2026 meeting, as circulated. -
Moved by Councillor Bowers, seconded by Councillor O'Donnell
Carried
Page 2 of 8 June 3, 2026 Council BE IT RESOLVED that the Council of the Township of Faraday goes into a Public Meeting to discuss the rezoning of property located at 2353 Bay Lake Road, known legally as Part Lot 52, Concession WHR, Township of Faraday, County of Hastings. -
Moved by Councillor Green, seconded by Deputy Mayor Nicholson
Carried
BE IT RESOLVED that the Council of the Township of Faraday come out of the Public Meeting, resuming the regular meeting of Council. -
Moved by Deputy Mayor Nicholson, seconded by Councillor Bowers
Carried
BE IT RESOLVED that the Council of the Township of Faraday approve of the rezoning of property located at 2353 Bay Lake Road, known legally as Part Lot 52, Concession WHR, Township of Faraday, County of Hastings, from Rural (RU) zone to Commercial Exception 17-Holding (C-17-h) zone. -
Moved by Councillor O'Donnell, seconded by Deputy Mayor Nicholson
Carried
BE IT RESOLVED that the Council of the Township of Faraday approve the minutes of the regular Council meeting of May 06, 2026 as circulated. -
Moved by Councillor Bowers, seconded by Councillor O'Donnell
Carried
Page 3 of 8 June 3, 2026 Council BE IT RESOLVED that the Council of the Township of Faraday receive and file the correspondence presented for information purposes. -
Moved by Councillor Green, seconded by Councillor Bowers
Carried
BE IT RESOLVED that the Council of the Township of Faraday support the correspondence received from the City of Richmond Hill requesting the Regional Municipality of York consider exploring innovative models of housing and support for adults with developmental disabilities, including the potential for an “Integrated Living and Participation Model”; and That such consideration includes opportunities for co-location or partnership with existing regional services, including long-term care and community housing, where appropriate; and That this model emphasizes voluntary, supported, and meaningful participation in activities that enhance quality of life, social inclusion, and community engagement, without displacing existing workforce roles; and That Council request that the Region engage with relevant stakeholders, including developmental service organizations, families, and advocacy groups, in considering such approaches. -
Moved by Councillor O'Donnell, seconded by Councillor Green
Carried
BE IT RESOLVED that the Council of the Township of Faraday support the correspondence received from North Hastings Wood Share; and FURTHER, that Council agrees to provide North Hastings Wood Share with a donation in the amount of $500.00. -
Moved by Deputy Mayor Nicholson, seconded by Councillor Green
Carried
Page 4 of 8 June 3, 2026 Council BE IT RESOLVED that the Council of the Township of Faraday receive and file the correspondence received from the Corridor Train Alliance. -
Moved by Deputy Mayor Nicholson, seconded by Councillor Green
Carried
BE IT RESOLVED that the Council of the Township of Faraday support the correspondence received from the Township of Stone Mills dated May 14, 2026 and hereby opposes the proposed changes to FIPPA; and FURTHER, calls on the Province to ensure records related to government business remain accessible to the public; and FURTHER, urges the Province to consult with the Information and Privacy Commissioner of Ontario and the public before proceeding. -
Moved by Deputy Mayor Nicholson, seconded by Councillor Bowers
Carried
BE IT RESOLVED that the Council of the Township of Faraday approve the Accounts for May, 2026, as presented. -
Moved by Councillor Green, seconded by Councillor O'Donnell
Carried
BE IT RESOLVED that the Council of the Township of Faraday accept the CAO/Clerk- Treasurer Report, as presented. -
Moved by Councillor Bowers, seconded by Councillor O'Donnell
Carried
BE IT RESOLVED that the Council of the Township of Faraday accept the Deputy Clerk's Report, as presented. Page 5 of 8 June 3, 2026 Council -
Moved by Deputy Mayor Nicholson, seconded by Councillor Green
Carried
BE IT RESOLVED that the Council of the Township of Faraday receive the Deputy Clerk's report, as presented; and FURTHER, that Council accept the 2026 Annual Review of Asset Management Progress, as presented. -
Moved by Councillor Bowers, seconded by Councillor Green
Carried
BE IT RESOLVED that the Council of the Township of Faraday receive the Deputy Clerk's Report regarding St. Mark's Cemetery, as presented. -
Moved by Councillor Bowers, seconded by Deputy Mayor Nicholson
Carried
BE IT RESOLVED that the Council of the Township of Faraday accept the Operations Report, as presented. -
Moved by Councillor Green, seconded by Deputy Mayor Nicholson
Carried
BE IT RESOLVED that the Council of the Township of Faraday accept the Fire Chief Report, as presented. -
Moved by Councillor Bowers, seconded by Councillor Green
Carried
BE IT RESOLVED that the Council of the Township of Faraday accept the Library Report, as presented. -
Moved by Deputy Mayor Nicholson, seconded by Councillor O'Donnell
Carried
Page 6 of 8 June 3, 2026 Council BE IT RESOLVED that By-law 37-2026, being a by-law to amend By-law No. 21-2012 for the lands described as Part Lot 52, Concession WHR, Township of Faraday, from Rural (RU) zone to Commercial Exception 17-Holding (C-17-h) zone, be passed this 03rd day of June, 2026, to be signed by the Mayor and Clerk with the corporate seal affixed hereto. -
Moved by Councillor O'Donnell, seconded by Councillor Green
Carried
BE IT RESOLVED that By-law 38-2026, being a by-law to allow for the Mayor and Clerk to execute an Agreement with the Township of Carlow/Mayo, be passed this 03rd day of June, 2026, to be signed by the Mayor and Clerk with the corporate seal affixed hereto. -
Moved by Councillor Bowers, seconded by Deputy Mayor Nicholson
Carried
BE IT RESOLVED that By-law 39-2026, being a by-law to appoint Allen Musclow as the Animal Control Officer and By-law Enforcement Officer, be passed this 03rd day of June, 2026, to be signed by the Mayor and Clerk with the corporate seal affixed hereto. -
Moved by Councillor O'Donnell, seconded by Councillor Bowers
Carried
BE IT RESOLVED that By-law 40-2026, being a by-law to allow for the Mayor and Clerk to execute a Deed, and any other necessary documents, for a portion of Lower Faraday Road, be passed this 03rd day of June, 2026, to be signed by the Mayor and Clerk with the corporate seal affixed hereto. -
Moved by Councillor Green, seconded by Deputy Mayor Nicholson
Carried
BE IT RESOLVED that By-law 41-2026, being a by-law to allow for the Mayor and Clerk to execute an Agreement with the Township of Wollaston, be passed this 03rd day of June, 2026, to be signed by the Mayor and Clerk with the corporate seal affixed hereto. -
Moved by Councillor Bowers, seconded by Councillor O'Donnell
Carried
BE IT RESOLVED that the Council of the Township of Faraday go into a closed meeting pursuant to the Ontario Municipal Act, 2001: 1. Under Section 239(2)(e) litigation or potential litigation, including matters before administrative tribunals, affecting the municipality or local board - Updates; 2. Under Section 239(2)(f) advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose - Updates; 3. Approve closed meeting minutes of May 06, 2026. -
Moved by Councillor O'Donnell, seconded by Councillor Bowers
Carried
BE IT RESOLVED that the Council of the Township of Faraday rise from the closed meeting, resuming regular business. -
Moved by Deputy Mayor Nicholson, seconded by Councillor Bowers
Carried
BE IT RESOLVED that By-law 42-2026, being a By-law to confirm the proceedings of the June 03, 2026 meeting, be passed this 03rd day of June, 2026, to be signed by the Mayor and Clerk with the Corporate Seal affixed hereto. -
Moved by Councillor O'Donnell, seconded by Councillor Green
Carried
BE IT RESOLVED that the Council of the Township of Faraday adjourn at 11:38 a.m. to meet again on August 05, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. at the Township of Faraday Council Chambers or at the call of the Mayor. -
Moved by Councillor Bowers, seconded by Councillor Green