Council Meeting

it Resolved That the presentation by John Grant, Brock Arts and Culture with respect to Winter Holiday Art Installations be received; and That Council endorse and support the installation; and That Council directs staff to work with Brock Arts and Culture and the Region of Durham to have the art installation approved by the Region of Durham.

it Resolved That Council adopts all minutes of previous Council meetings as listed in Section 9.1: Council - October 27, 2025 Special Council - November 3, 2025 Special Council - Closed - November 3, 2025

It Resolved That Report 2025-OP-033, MacLeod Bridge Update, be received; and That Council direct staff to tender the repair project; and That the MacLeod Bridge Repair be

it Resolved That Resolution C-2025-404 be amended to include "That Council direct staff to present a report to Council on how the Public Works facilities will be inspected moving forward".

it Resolved That Report 2025-OP-030 Sunderland Sand Dome, be received; and That Council authorize staff to proceed with the Section 6.5 “Cooperative Purchasing” of the Township’s Procurement By-law #3148-2022-FI, in order to purchase a new fabric covered dome with a temporary foundation to replace the old Sunderland sand dome as soon as possible; and That Council directs staff to present a report to Council with a process for public works facilities to be inspected moving forward.

it Resolved That Report 2025-OP-032 Concession 11 Bridge Repair, be received; and That Council direct staff to proceed with the design and tender the repair of Concession 11 bridge as soon as possible after the 2026 budget has been approved.

It Resolved That Report 2025-PRF-027, Facility Booking Policy, be received, and That Council approve the Facility Booking Policy PR12 as attached to Report 2025-PRF-027.

It Resolved That Report 2025-PRF-026, Annual Camp Summary be received; and That Staff do not plan for a 2025/2026 Winter Day Camp Program; and That Staff plan for a 2026 March Break Camp Program; and That Staff plan for a 2026 Summer Day Camp Program for 9 weeks in Beaverton and 9 weeks in Cannington, with no weeks being scheduled at Sunderland Arena due to the scheduled renovation; and That staff plan for Summer Camp with 3 short weeks – June 29 th , August 3 th , August 24 th ; and That staff set registration cut-off for the Monday of the week prior to the week of camp being registered for; and That The Township continue with providing the Ontario Works Subsidy Program and the Child Care Fee Subsidy Program; and That Council direct staff to proceed with only full week registrations for 2026 with consideration continuing to be given to individual day registration in future years; and That staff continue to engage and secure special guests for our summer camp offerings.

it Resolved That Council direct staff to bring forward a report on the dimensions, cost, and integrity of the current sign post and options moving forward for the harbour sign; and That Council direct staff to develop a Sign Policy which should include procurement, materials, consultation, design and size for municipal signage.

it Resolved That Resolution C-2025-410 be amended to include " That Council direct staff to install temporary fence in the spring and remove it in the fall, with costs being absorbed operationally.

It Resolved That Communication Number 643/25, Request for Installation of Fencing at Old Mill Gateway Park in Beaverton, submitted by Amy Burrows be received; and That Council direct staff to install temporary fence in the spring and remove it in the fall, with costs being absorbed operationally.

It Resolved That Communication Number 646/25, Request to Reduce Speed Limit on Ethel Park Drive, submitted by Julie Lindsay be received; and That Council direct staff to investigate and report back on lowering the speed limit to 40 km/h on Ethel Park Drive.

It Resolved That Communication Number 649/25, Request for 4-way stop at Munro Street and Albert Street, Cannington, submitted by Ryan Kent be received; and That Council direct staff to investigate and report back on the feasibility of a 4-way stop at Munro and Albert Street in Cannington.

It Resolved That Communication Number 657/25, Request for Brock Council Support - Resolution Regarding Ontario Captive Wildlife, submitted by Story Book Farm Primate Sanctuary be received; and That Council endorse the following resolution: Whereas Ontario has more private non-native (exotic) wild animal keepers, roadside zoos, mobile zoos, wildlife exhibits and other captive wildlife operations than any other province; and, Whereas The Province of Ontario has of yet not developed regulations to prohibit or restrict animal possession, breeding, or use of non-native ("exotic") wild animals in captivity; and, Whereas non-native ("exotic") wild animals can pose very serious human health and safety risks, and attacks causing human injury and death have occurred in the province; and, Whereas the keeping of non-native ("exotic") wild animals can cause poor animal welfare and suffering, and poses risks to local environments and wildlife; and, Whereas the owners of non-native ("exotic") wild animals can move from one community to another even after their operations have been shut down due to animal welfare or public health and safety concerns; and, Whereas municipalities have struggled, often for months or years, to deal with non-native ("exotic") wild animal issues and have experienced substantive regulatory, administrative, enforcement and financial challenges; And Whereas the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO), the Association of Municipal Managers, Clerks and Treasurer

It Resolved that Communication Number 733/25, Floyd Hales Fish Huts Lease Renewal, submitted by Bill Vieveen of Floyd Hales Fish Huts be received; and That Council approve the continuation of Floyd Hales Fish Huts Lease at the west side of the Beaverton Harbour Park from December 1, 2025 - March 31, 2026; and That the Mayor and Clerk are hereby authorized to enter into an agreement with Floyd Hales Fish Huts for the Floyd Hales Fish Huts lease.

It Resolved That Communication Number 747/25, Durham Region's Response to the Province's Proposed Updates to the Projection Methodology Guideline be received.

It Resolved That Communication Number 754/25, Permission to Access Municipal Property - submitted by Paul Nealon Contracting be received; and That Council grant permission for Paul Nealon Contracting to access one of the Township’s properties known as: unopened road allowance known as Thorah Concession Road 2; or unopened road allowance known as Thorah Park Blvd; or municipal park known as Thorah Park, to access the shoreline to conduct work for the “owner” at 24380 Thorah Park Blvd; and That Council authorize staff to enter into an agreement with the contractor, subject to Paul Nealon Contracting repairing any damages to municipal property and indemnifying the Township of Brock from any liability.

democracy is healthy when everyone is able to participate fully and safely and contribute to the well-being of their community; And Whereas we are witnessing the dissolution of democratic discourse and respectful debate across all levels of government and in neighbouring jurisdictions; And Whereas Ontario’s municipally elected officials are dealing with increasingly hostile, unsafe work environments facing threats and harassment; And Whereas social media platforms have exacerbated disrespectful dialogue, negative commentary, and toxic engagement which disincentivizes individuals, especially women and candidates from diverse backgrounds from running for office; And Whereas better decisions are made when democracy is respectful and constructive and the voices of diverse genders, identities, ethnicities, races, sexual orientation, ages and abilities are heard and represented around municipal council tables; And Whereas the Association of Municipalities of Ontario’s Healthy Democracy Project has identified concerning trends with fewer people voting in local elections and running for municipal office; And Whereas in 2024, female elected representatives from across Halton formed a group called H.E.R. (Halton Elected Representatives) which pledged to speak out against harassment and negativity in politics and call on elected officials to uphold the highest standards of conduct; And Whereas H.E.R. Halton has launched a campaign called Elect Respect to promote the importance of health

it Resolved That By-laws 3372-2025, 3373-2025, 3374-2025, 3375-2025 and 3376-2025 be taken as read, enacted and signed by the Mayor and Deputy Clerk.

it Resolved That Council break for a recess at 12:26 p.m.

it Resolved That Council proceed into a Closed Meeting at 1:00 p.m. to discuss the following matters: personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees pursuant to Section 239(2)(b) of the Municipal Act.

it Resolved That By-law Number 3377-2025, being a By-law to confirm the proceedings of the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Brock at its meeting held on November 10, 2025 be taken as read, enacted and signed by the Mayor Deputy Clerk.

it Resolved That the meeting of Council adjourn at 2:35 p.m.

Council - November 10, 2025 Be it Resolved That the presentation by John Grant, Brock Arts and Culture with respect to Winter Holiday Art Installations be received; and That Council endorse and support the installation; and That Council directs staff to work with Brock Arts and Culture and the Region of Durham to have the art installation approved by the Region of Durham.

Be it Resolved That Council adopts all minutes of previous Council meetings as listed in Section 9.1:  Council - October 27, 2025  Special Council - November 3, 2025  Special Council - Closed - November 3, 2025

Be It Resolved That Report 2025-OP-033, MacLeod Bridge Update, be received; and That Council direct staff to tender the repair project; and That the MacLeod Bridge Repair be

Be it Resolved That Resolution C-2025-404 be amended to include "That Council direct staff to present a report to Council on how the Public Works facilities will be inspected moving forward". Council - November 10, 2025

Be it Resolved That Report 2025-OP-030 Sunderland Sand Dome, be received; and That Council authorize staff to proceed with the Section 6.5 “Cooperative Purchasing” of the Township’s Procurement By-law #3148-2022-FI, in order to purchase a new fabric covered dome with a temporary foundation to replace the old Sunderland sand dome as soon as possible; and That Council directs staff to present a report to Council with a process for public works facilities to be inspected moving forward.

Be it Resolved That Report 2025-OP-032 Concession 11 Bridge Repair, be received; and That Council direct staff to proceed with the design and tender the repair of Concession 11 bridge as soon as possible after the 2026 budget has been approved.

Be It Resolved That Report 2025-PRF-027, Facility Booking Policy, be received, and That Council approve the Facility Booking Policy PR12 as attached to Report 2025-PRF-027.

Be It Resolved That Report 2025-PRF-026, Annual Camp Summary be received; and That Staff do not plan for a 2025/2026 Winter Day Camp Program; and That Staff plan for a 2026 March Break Camp Program; and That Staff plan for a 2026 Summer Day Camp Program for 9 weeks in Beaverton and 9 weeks in Cannington, with no weeks being scheduled at Sunderland Arena due to the scheduled renovation; and That staff plan for Summer Camp with 3 short weeks – June 29th, August 3th, August 24th; and That staff set registration cut-off for the Monday of the week prior to the week of camp being registered for; and That The Township continue with providing the Ontario Works Subsidy Program and the Child Care Fee Subsidy Program; and That Council direct staff to proceed with only full week registrations for 2026 with consideration continuing to be given to individual day registration in future years; and That staff continue to engage and secure special guests for our summer camp offerings.

Be it Resolved That Council direct staff to bring forward a report on the dimensions, cost, and integrity of the current sign post and options moving forward for the harbour sign; and That Council direct staff to develop a Sign Policy which should include procurement, materials, consultation, design and size for municipal signage.

Be it Resolved That Resolution C-2025-410 be amended to include "That Council direct staff to install temporary fence in the spring and remove it in the fall, with costs being absorbed operationally.

Be It Resolved That Communication Number 643/25, Request for Installation of Fencing at Old Mill Gateway Park in Beaverton, submitted by Amy Burrows be received; and That Council direct staff to install temporary fence in the spring and remove it in the fall, with costs being absorbed operationally.

Be It Resolved That Communication Number 646/25, Request to Reduce Speed Limit on Ethel Park Drive, submitted by Julie Lindsay be received; and Council - November 10, 2025 That Council direct staff to investigate and report back on lowering the speed limit to 40 km/h on Ethel Park Drive.

Be It Resolved That Communication Number 649/25, Request for 4-way stop at Munro Street and Albert Street, Cannington, submitted by Ryan Kent be received; and That Council direct staff to investigate and report back on the feasibility of a 4-way stop at Munro and Albert Street in Cannington.

Be It Resolved That Communication Number 657/25, Request for Brock Council Support - Resolution Regarding Ontario Captive Wildlife, submitted by Story Book Farm Primate Sanctuary be received; and That Council endorse the following resolution: Whereas Ontario has more private non-native (exotic) wild animal keepers, roadside zoos, mobile zoos, wildlife exhibits and other captive wildlife operations than any other province; and, Whereas The Province of Ontario has of yet not developed regulations to prohibit or restrict animal possession, breeding, or use of non-native ("exotic") wild animals in captivity; and, Council - November 10, 2025 Whereas non-native ("exotic") wild animals can pose very serious human health and safety risks, and attacks causing human injury and death have occurred in the province; and, Whereas the keeping of non-native ("exotic") wild animals can cause poor animal welfare and suffering, and poses risks to local environments and wildlife; and, Whereas the owners of non-native ("exotic") wild animals can move from one community to another even after their operations have been shut down due to animal welfare or public health and safety concerns; and, Whereas municipalities have struggled, often for months or years, to deal with non-native ("exotic") wild animal issues and have experienced substantive regulatory, administrative, enforcement and financial challenges; And Whereas the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO), the Association of Municipal

Be It Resolved that Communication Number 733/25, Floyd Hales Fish Huts Lease Renewal, submitted by Bill Vieveen of Floyd Hales Fish Huts be received; and That Council approve the continuation of Floyd Hales Fish Huts Lease at the west side of the Beaverton Harbour Park from December 1, 2025 - March 31, 2026; and That the Mayor and Clerk are hereby authorized to enter into an agreement with Floyd Hales Fish Huts for the Floyd Hales Fish Huts lease.

Be It Resolved That Communication Number 747/25, Durham Region's Response to the Province's Proposed Updates to the Projection Methodology Guideline be received.

Be It Resolved That Communication Number 754/25, Permission to Access Municipal Property - submitted by Paul Nealon Contracting be received; and Council - November 10, 2025 That Council grant permission for Paul Nealon Contracting to access one of the Township’s properties known as: unopened road allowance known as Thorah Concession Road 2; or unopened road allowance known as Thorah Park Blvd; or municipal park known as Thorah Park, to access the shoreline to conduct work for the “owner” at 24380 Thorah Park Blvd; and That Council authorize staff to enter into an agreement with the contractor, subject to Paul Nealon Contracting repairing any damages to municipal property and indemnifying the Township of Brock from any liability.

Whereas democracy is healthy when everyone is able to participate fully and safely and contribute to the well-being of their community; And Whereas we are witnessing the dissolution of democratic discourse and respectful debate across all levels of government and in neighbouring jurisdictions; And Whereas Ontario’s municipally elected officials are dealing with increasingly hostile, unsafe work environments facing threats and harassment; And Whereas social media platforms have exacerbated disrespectful dialogue, negative commentary, and toxic engagement which disincentivizes individuals, especially women and candidates from diverse backgrounds from running for office; And Whereas better decisions are made when democracy is respectful and constructive and the voices of diverse genders, identities, ethnicities, races, sexual orientation, ages and abilities are heard and represented around municipal council tables; And Whereas the Association of Municipalities of Ontario’s Healthy Democracy Project has identified concerning trends with fewer people voting in local elections and running for municipal office; Council - November 10, 2025 And Whereas in 2024, female elected representatives from across Halton formed a group called H.E.R. (Halton Elected Representatives) which pledged to speak out against harassment and negativity in politics and call on elected officials to uphold the highest standards of conduct; And Whereas H.E.R. Halton has launched a campaign called Elect Respect

Be it Resolved That By-laws 3372-2025, 3373-2025, 3374-2025, 3375-2025 and 3376-2025 be taken as read, enacted and signed by the Mayor and Deputy Clerk.

Be it Resolved That Council break for a recess at 12:26 p.m.

Be it Resolved That Council proceed into a Closed Meeting at 1:00 p.m. to discuss the following matters: Council - November 10, 2025  personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees pursuant to Section 239(2)(b) of the Municipal Act.

Council - November 10, 2025 Be it Resolved That By-law Number 3377-2025, being a By-law to confirm the proceedings of the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Brock at its meeting held on November 10, 2025 be taken as read, enacted and signed by the Mayor Deputy Clerk.

Be it Resolved That the meeting of Council adjourn at 2:35 p.m.