The Corporation of the Municipality of Brockton
Brockton Council Meeting Agenda

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 7:00 P.m. - 10:00 P.m.

Bruce County Council Chambers - 30 Park Street, Walkerton, ON

Council:

• Chris Peabody - Mayor, 
• Kym Hutcheon - Deputy Mayor, 
• Mitch Clark - Councillor, 
• Michael Crawford, Councillor, 
• Tim Elphick - Councillor, 
• Gregory J. McLean - Councillor, 
• and Steve Travale, Councillor 

Staff:

• Sonya Watson - Chief Administrative Officer, 
• Fiona Hamilton - Director of Legislative and Legal Services (Clerk), 
• Trish Serratore - Chief Financial Officer, 
• Colleen Gillis, Director of Community Services, 
• Brad Thomson, Facilities and Parks Supervisor, 
• Nicholas Schnurr, Director of Operations, 
• and Dominic Paquette, Building and Planning Manager/CBO 

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1.

National Anthem of Canada

The Council Meeting will begin with the playing of Toronto Symphony Orchestra's instrumental recording of O' Canada.

2.

Indigenous Land Acknowledgement Statement

3.

Recognition Certificate - Jackson Huber, Actor

Mayor Peabody will present a Recognition Certificate congratulating Jackson Huber on his acting career with JRP Virtual and his upcoming debut performance in Eli Roth’s film, Ice Cream Man coming out in August.

4.

Acceptance of Council Agenda

5.

Declaration of Pecuniary Interest and General Nature Thereof

6.

Public Meetings Required Under the Planning Act

7.

Delegations

7.1

Veolia Water Canada - 2025 Annual Water and Wastewater Report Review

Scott Gowan, Project Manager and Bailey McGarrity, Assistant Project Manager

7.2

Neighbourhood Lobies Park Landowners - Formal Challenge to Dog Park Placement

Denise & Tim Brasher, Heather & Ken Stark, and Brian & Lisa Nogler

8.

Minutes

8.1

Council Minutes - March 24, 2026

9.

Business Arising From the Minutes

10.

Reports

10.1

Pilot Dog Park Location Concerns

Colleen Gillis, Director of Community Services

10.2

Centennial Pool Main Pump Recirculatory Replacement

Brad Thomson, Facilities and Parks Supervisor

10.3

Well 7 and 9 UV Replacement Order

Nicholas Schnurr, Director of Operations

10.4

Lake Rosalind Septic Inspection Request

Dominic Paquette, Building and Planning Manager

10.5

Barry’s Construction Request for Extension 2026

Fiona Hamilton, Director of Legislative and Legal Services (Clerk)

10.6

2025 Property Tax Arrears

Jessica Schmidt, Deputy Treasurer/Tax Collector

10.7

2026 Court Security Prisoner Transportation Grant

Trish Serratore, Chief Financial Officer

10.8

2026 Municipal and School Board Election Proposal

Sarah Johnson, Deputy Clerk

11.

Public Notification

11.1

Volunteer Recognition Award Nominations Opening Soon

The Municipality of Brockton recognizes the dedication of our community’s volunteers and are pleased to announce that nominations for our Volunteer Recognition Awards will be opening the week of April 20^th for the Good Neighbour Award, the Outstanding Youth Award sponsored by the Walkerton and District Optimist Club, and the Edward J. (Ted) Cobean Heritage Conservation Award. Visit Brockton.ca/VolunteerAward to view more information about the awards and submit your nomination forms.   

11.2

Recruitment for Bruce County Joint Compliance Audit Committee

Participating Municipalities in Bruce County are recruiting experienced professionals for appointment on the Bruce County Joint Compliance Audit Committee (Bruce County JCAC) for the 2026 Municipal Election. The committee reviews applications for compliance audits of campaign finances and provides an impartial, knowledgeable assessment under the Municipal Elections Act. Ideal applicants have experience in accounting, municipal administration, and/or law. Applications are due April 24, 2026. Visit the Bruce County Joint Compliance Audit Committee webpage to view the online application forms and additional information.

11.3

Information Session for Candidates Running for Election

Candidates wishing to run for Election are invited to attend a Candidate Information Session which will be held online and in-person at the Bruce County Office (30 Park Street, Walkerton) on Thursday, May 14, 2026, at 6:00 p.m., to learn more about being on Council. Individuals can register through EventBrite for the online or in-person session.

12.

Correspondence Requiring Action

12.1

Grey Bruce Labour Council - Invitation to Day of Mourning Event

Please let staff know if you plan on attending the Grey Bruce Labour Council's Annual Day of Mourning event on April 22, 2026 at 10:30 a.m. at the Chesley Community Centre.

13.

Information

13.1

Ministry for Seniors and Accessibility - Accessibility in Convenience Stores

13.2

Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing - Building Homes and Improving Transportation Infrastructure Act, 2026 (Bill 98)

13.3

Ontario Energy Board Notice of Hearing - Generic Review of Model Franchise Agreement for Natural Gas

13.4

Notice of Decision - Subdivision Application S-2025-008 (Eastridge)

13.5

Bruce County Media Release - Up to $50,000 available through Affordable Additional Residential Unit Funding Program

13.6

Grey Bruce Health Unit Media Release - Join the Conversation Register for 2026 Healthy Communities Conference

13.7

Joint Media Release - Counties Seek Resident Feedback on Regional Transit Priorities

13.8

Saugeen Mobility and Regional Transit Board Minutes - February 13, 2026

13.9

Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority Board & Executive Committee Minutes - January-March 2026

13.10

Region of Durham Resolution - Mayoral Authority and Municipal Police Budget Sustainability

13.11

Town of Goderich Resolution - Ontario Heritage Organization Development Grant Advocacy

13.12

Town of Lincoln Resolution - Request to Extend Deadline for Notices of Intention to Designate Listed Heritage Properties

13.13

Municipal Resolutions - Ontario Community Infrastructure Fund (OCIF) Extension

13.14

Town of Northeastern Manitoulin and the Islands Resolution - Chip-and-Tar Surface Treatment

13.15

City of Sarnia Resolution - Strengthening Municipal Accountability and Public Trust (Bill 9)

13.16

Town of Saugeen Shores Resolution - Architectural Conservancy of Ontario Proposal for Heritage Helping Housing Grant Funding

13.17

Municipality of South Huron Resolution - Ontario Veterinary College Enrollment Capacity

13.18

Municipality of South Huron Resolution - Ontario Heritage Organization Development Grant Advocacy

14.

By-Laws

14.1

By-Law 2026-033 - Appoint Alex Riehl as Building Inspector, Property Standards and Provincial Offences Officer By-Law

14.2

By-Law 2026-034 - 10 Jackson Street South Walkerton Encroachment Agreement By-Law

14.3

By-Law 2026-035 - Declare PT LT 34 CON 1 NDR BRANT, PTS 9 and 10 3R-10640; PIN 33196 - 0616 (LT) and PT LT 34 CON 1 NDR BRANT, Part 1 3R10027, PIN 33196 - 0558 (LT)

15.

Committee Minutes

15.1

Accessibility Advisory Committee Minutes - November 2025 & February 2026

15.2

Brockton Parks and Recreation Minutes - February 27, 2024

16.

New Business Brought Forward

17.

Closed Session

The Council of the Municipality of Brockton will enter into Closed Session in order to address a matter pertaining to:

• Personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees - Workplace Investigation
• Labour relations or employee negotiations - Workplace Investigation
• A proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the municipality or local board - Eastridge Business Park Offer to Purchase

18.

Confirmation of Proceedings

18.1

By-Law 2026-036 - April 14, 2026 Confirmatory By-Law

19.

Adjournment