The Brock Record

Council Meeting

February 9, 2026

Who was there

Present (6): Lynn Campbell, Angela Canavan, Peter Frank, Ron Hodgson, Michael Jubb, Cria Pettingill

Absent (1): Claire Doble

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 (32 motions)

30 carried, 2 recorded otherwise. Every motion below is printed as the minutes print it.

it Resolved That Council adopts all minutes of previous Council meetings as listed in Section 9.1: Council - January 26, 2026 Council - Closed - January 26, 2026
Moved by Councillor Frank, seconded by Councillor Hodgson Be
Carried
It Resolved that Report 2026-OP-004, Cold Mixed, Open Graded Bituminous Pavement (FACT) be received; and That Council approve the contract amount of $672,073.92 (including non-refundable HST) with Miller Paving Limited; and That Council authorize the Mayor and Clerk to execute any agreement necessary for capital project "Cold Mixed, Open Graded Bituminous Pavement (FACT)".
Moved by Councillor Frank, seconded by Councillor Canavan Be
Carried
It Resolved That Report No. 2026-OP-005 Slurry Seal, be received; and That Council approve the contract amount of $293,532.82 (including non-refundable HST) to Miller Paving Limited, which includes a refundable share for work performed for the City of Kawartha Lakes in the amount of $99,960; and That Council authorize the Mayor and Clerk to execute any agreement necessary for capital project Slurry Seal.
Moved by Councillor Hodgson, seconded by Councillor Canavan Be
Carried
It Resolved That Report 2026-PRF-004, Municipal Administration Building Humidifiers be received; and That staff be directed to proceed with the ordering and installation of the three replacement humidifiers, and That staff be directed to utilize the Public Building Capital Reserve fund with an upset limit of $18,000 to include purchasing and installation.
Moved by Mayor Jubb, seconded by Councillor Frank Be
Carried
It Resolved That Report 2026-PRF-001, Brock High School Hockey Program be received, and That Council direct staff to create a new non-prime school rate of $120 and that this rate be maintained until Uxbridge and/or Scugog have raised their school rates beyond this amount; and That staff continue to work with Uxbridge and Scugog municipalities to determine if/when the rates reach the $120 or are going to exceed this rate and recommend an increased rate consistent with the other municipalities; and That staff coordinate ice usage with the Brock High School for ice allocation for the 2026/2027 season and report back to Council of the success or challenges associated with this program; and That staff bring forth an amendment to the "Fee's and Charges" by-law incorporating the new non-prime rate of $120 at the next available Council meeting.
Moved by Councillor Canavan, seconded by Regional Councillor Pettingill Be
Carried
It Resolved That Report 2026-TED-001, Region of Durham Rural Cycling Wayfinding Signage Program be received; and That Council Authorize Mayor and Clerk to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding with the Region of Durham with regards to the Rural Cycling Tourism Wayfinding Signage.
Moved by Regional Councillor Pettingill, seconded by Mayor Jubb Be
Carried
It Resolved That Report 2026-PS-002, Mandatory Firefighter Certification be received.
Moved by Councillor Campbell, seconded by Councillor Canavan Be
Carried
It Resolved That Report 2026-PS-01, Fire Department 2025 Stats be received.
Moved by Councillor Campbell, seconded by Mayor Jubb Be
Carried
It Resolved That Report 2026-GG-004, 2024-2025 Communication Update be received.
Moved by Councillor Canavan, seconded by Regional Councillor Pettingill Be
Carried
It Resolved That Report 2026-GG-005, Council Calendar Update - Post Municipal Elections be received.
Moved by Councillor Canavan, seconded by Councillor Campbell Be
Carried
the Township of Brock wishes to provide comments on ERO No. 025-1257 regarding the proposed boundaries for the regional consolidation of Ontario’s Conservation Authorities; and Whereas the Township of Brock shares the Province of Ontario’s vision for enhancing service delivery, increasing efficiencies and improving governance while committing to working collaboratively to achieve mutually desired outcomes; and Whereas the Township of Brock recognizes that achieving these outcomes requires careful planning, clear direction, and significant coordination to address the many operational, financial, and governance considerations involved; and Whereas Lake Simcoe is one of Ontario’s most important freshwater ecosystems. It is vital to the ecological health, cultural identity and economic wellbeing of the community. Brock residents, cottagers, and our close neighbours – the Chippewas of Georgina Island First Nation - all rely on Lake Simcoe for our drinking water, economic development, and quality of life, such as swimming, boating, and fishing. The health of the Lake is intrinsically linked to the economic success of Brock and the region; and Whereas Lake Simcoe is the only watershed with its own legislation and policy document - the Lake Simcoe Protection Act and Plan – and the current governance structure of Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority ensures decisions remain tied to local needs; and Whereas the Township of Brock is concerned that under this mandated consolidation,
Moved by Regional Councillor Pettingill, seconded by Mayor Jubb
Lost
it Resolved That By-laws 3399-2026, 3400-2026 and 3402-2026 be taken as read, enacted and signed by the Mayor and Municipal Clerk.
Moved by Councillor Frank, seconded by Councillor Campbell Be
Carried
it Resolved That Council proceed into a Closed Meeting at 10:54 a.m. to discuss the following matters: a proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the municipality or local board pursuant to Section 239(2)(c) of the Municipal Act
Moved by Regional Councillor Pettingill, seconded by Councillor Hodgson Be
Carried
it Resolved That Council rise & report from Closed Meeting of Council at 11:31 a.m.; and, That Council endorse all direction provided to staff, at the Closed Meeting of Council held on February 9, 2026.
Moved by Councillor Campbell, seconded by Councillor Frank Be
Carried
it Resolved That By-law Number 3401-2026, being a By-law to confirm the proceedings of the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Brock at its meeting held on February 9, 2026 be taken as read, enacted and signed by the Mayor and Clerk/Deputy CAO.
Moved by Councillor Frank, seconded by Councillor Hodgson Be
Carried
it Resolved That the meeting of Council adjourn at 11:35 a.m.
Moved by Regional Councillor Pettingill, seconded by Councillor Frank Be
Carried
Be it Resolved That Council adopts all minutes of previous Council meetings as listed in Section 9.1:  Council - January 26, 2026  Council - Closed - January 26, 2026
Moved by Councillor Frank, seconded by Councillor Hodgson
Carried
Be It Resolved that Report 2026-OP-004, Cold Mixed, Open Graded Bituminous Pavement (FACT) be received; and That Council approve the contract amount of $672,073.92 (including non-refundable HST) with Miller Paving Limited; and That Council authorize the Mayor and Clerk to execute any agreement necessary for capital project "Cold Mixed, Open Graded Bituminous Pavement (FACT)"
Moved by Councillor Frank, seconded by Councillor Canavan
Carried
Be It Resolved That Report No. 2026-OP-005 Slurry Seal, be received; and That Council approve the contract amount of $293,532.82 (including non-refundable HST) to Miller Paving Limited, which Council - February 9, 2026 draft includes a refundable share for work performed for the City of Kawartha Lakes in the amount of $99,960; and That Council authorize the Mayor and Clerk to execute any agreement necessary for capital project Slurry Seal.
Moved by Councillor Hodgson, seconded by Councillor Canavan
Carried
Be It Resolved That Report 2026-PRF-004, Municipal Administration Building Humidifiers be received; and That staff be directed to proceed with the ordering and installation of the three replacement humidifiers, and That staff be directed to utilize the Public Building Capital Reserve fund with an upset limit of $18,000 to include purchasing and installation.
Moved by Mayor Jubb, seconded by Councillor Frank
Carried
Be It Resolved That Report 2026-PRF-001, Brock High School Hockey Program be received, and That Council direct staff to create a new non-prime school rate of $120 and that this rate be maintained until Uxbridge and/or Scugog have raised their school rates beyond this amount; and That staff continue to work with Uxbridge and Scugog municipalities to determine if/when the rates reach the $120 or are going to Council - February 9, 2026 draft exceed this rate and recommend an increased rate consistent with the other municipalities; and That staff coordinate ice usage with the Brock High School for ice allocation for the 2026/2027 season and report back to Council of the success or challenges associated with this program; and That staff bring forth an amendment to the "Fee's and Charges" by- law incorporating the new non-prime rate of $120 at the next available Council meeting.
Moved by Councillor Canavan, seconded by Regional Councillor Pettingill
Carried
Be It Resolved That Report 2026-TED-001, Region of Durham Rural Cycling Wayfinding Signage Program be received; and That Council Authorize Mayor and Clerk to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding with the Region of Durham with regards to the Rural Cycling Tourism Wayfinding Signage.
Moved by Regional Councillor Pettingill, seconded by Mayor Jubb
Carried
Be It Resolved That Report 2026-PS-002, Mandatory Firefighter Certification be received. Council - February 9, 2026 draft
Moved by Councillor Campbell, seconded by Councillor Canavan
Carried
Be It Resolved That Report 2026-PS-01, Fire Department 2025 Stats be received.
Moved by Councillor Campbell, seconded by Mayor Jubb
Carried
Be It Resolved That Report 2026-GG-004, 2024-2025 Communication Update be received.
Moved by Councillor Canavan, seconded by Regional Councillor Pettingill
Carried
Be It Resolved That Report 2026-GG-005, Council Calendar Update - Post Municipal Elections be received.
Moved by Councillor Canavan, seconded by Councillor Campbell
Carried
Whereas the Township of Brock wishes to provide comments on ERO No. 025-1257 regarding the proposed boundaries for the regional consolidation of Ontario’s Conservation Authorities; and Whereas the Township of Brock shares the Province of Ontario’s vision for enhancing service delivery, increasing efficiencies and improving governance while committing to working collaboratively to achieve mutually desired outcomes; and Whereas the Township of Brock recognizes that achieving these outcomes requires careful planning, clear direction, and significant coordination to address the many operational, financial, and governance considerations involved; and Whereas Lake Simcoe is one of Ontario’s most important freshwater ecosystems. It is vital to the ecological health, cultural identity and economic wellbeing of the community. Brock residents, cottagers, and our close neighbours – the Chippewas of Georgina Island First Nation - all rely on Lake Simcoe for our drinking water, economic development, and quality of life, such as swimming, boating, and fishing. The health of the Council - February 9, 2026 draft Lake is intrinsically linked to the economic success of Brock and the region; and Whereas Lake Simcoe is the only watershed with its own legislation and policy document - the Lake Simcoe Protection Act and Plan – and the current governance structure of Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority ensures decisions remain tied to local needs; and Whereas the Township of Brock is concerne
Moved by Regional Councillor Pettingill, seconded by Mayor Jubb
Lost
Be it Resolved That By-laws 3399-2026, 3400-2026 and 3402-2026 be taken as read, enacted and signed by the Mayor and Municipal Clerk.
Moved by Councillor Frank, seconded by Councillor Campbell
Carried
Be it Resolved That Council proceed into a Closed Meeting at 10:54 a.m. to discuss the following matters:  a proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the municipality or local board pursuant to Section 239(2)(c) of the Municipal Act Council - February 9, 2026 draft
Moved by Regional Councillor Pettingill, seconded by Councillor Hodgson
Carried
Be it Resolved That Council rise & report from Closed Meeting of Council at 11:31 a.m.; and, That Council endorse all direction provided to staff, at the Closed Meeting of Council held on February 9, 2026.
Moved by Councillor Campbell, seconded by Councillor Frank
Carried
Council - February 9, 2026 draft Be it Resolved That By-law Number 3401-2026, being a By-law to confirm the proceedings of the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Brock at its meeting held on February 9, 2026 be taken as read, enacted and signed by the Mayor and Clerk/Deputy CAO.
Moved by Councillor Frank, seconded by Councillor Hodgson
Carried
Be it Resolved That the meeting of Council adjourn at 11:35 a.m.
Moved by Regional Councillor Pettingill, seconded by Councillor Frank
Carried

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