Regular Council Meeting

THAT the Agenda for the April 20, 2026 Meeting of Council be approved.

2 THAT the minutes of the Adelaide Metcalfe Meeting of Council held on April 7, 2026 be adopted as printed.

THAT Council convene as the Committee of Adjustment at 7:02 pm.

THAT Minor Variance Application A01-2026 which requests relief from Section 5.1.2 of the Township’s Zoning By-law to permit an accessory structure to be located in what is technically defined as the front yard and to grant relief from Section 5.1.3 to permit a maximum accessory structure height, as measured from grade to peak, of 7.26 m (23.82 ft), be GRANTED subject to the following conditions: 1. The relief solely applies to the accessory structure as shown on the site sketch submitted with the subject application. 2. 911 addressing signage shall be posted to the satisfaction of the County of Middlesex and Township of Adelaide Metcalfe. 3. That the accessory structure shall be used exclusively for personal storage purposes and shall not be used for human habitation, home occupation, home industry, or any commercial or business activity, unless otherwise permitted by the Municipality through the appropriate 4 approval process and in accordance with all applicable legislation and regulations. REASONS:  The intent of the Township of Adelaide Metcalfe Official Plan is maintained;  The intent of the Township of Adelaide Metcalfe Zoning By-law is maintained;  The variance is considered "minor" in nature; and,  The variance is desirable for the appropriate use and development of the lands.

That the application for Consent B01-2026, submitted under Section 53 of the Planning Act be APPROVED by the Township’s Committee of Adjustment with the following conditions: 1. That pursuant to Section 53(41) of the Planning Act all conditions imposed shall be completed to the satisfaction of the Township within a maximum period of two (2) years after the Notice of Decision was issued. Pursuant to Section 53(42) of the Planning Act, the Clerk of the Township of Adelaide Metcalfe shall issue a Certificate of Consent to the owner’s solicitor stating that the consent has been given, and the Certificate of Consent is 7 conclusive evidence that the consent was given and that the provisions of the Planning Act leading to the Consent have been complied with. 2. That the owner or their solicitor shall provide a written submission and supporting documentation to the satisfaction of the Clerk of the Township of Adelaide Metcalfe detailing how each condition of Consent has been fulfilled, prior to the issuance of the Certificate of Consent. 3. That the owner’s solicitor shall submit an undertaking, in a form satisfactory to the Township of Adelaide Metcalfe, to register an electronic transfer of title consistent with the Consent decision. This undertaking shall include verbiage confirming that ‘Added Parcel’ is merged with the abutting lands to the south that are legally described as METCALFE CON 14 N PT LOT 20 RP 33R20547 PART 1, municipally known as 23920 Tait’s Road, and that no new

THAT the Committee of Adjustment be adjourned at 7:18 pm. 9

THAT Council direct staff to revise the Council Remuneration By-Law to implement a half-day per diem.

THAT Council receive the "2026 Compensation Review for Elected Officials" presentation prepared by ML Consulting.

That Items 7.a through 7.g listed under the heading of Consent Agenda for the April 20th, 2026 Meeting of Council be adopted as recommended. 12

THAT Council receive and file correspondence items 8.a through to 8.d

THAT Council receive the “Adelaide Metcalfe Fire Department – First Quarter 2026 Update” report

THAT Council designates the Optimist Club of Kerwood Adelaide Metcalfe Annual Ball Tournament, June 12th, 13th and 14th, 2026, to be an event of municipal and/or community significance and to advise the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario that it has no objection to this event.

THAT the 2025 Drain Maintenance By-Law be approved.

THAT Council approve the implementation of a cost recovery model for ICI recycling services through user fees, AND FURTHER THAT Council direct staff to advise the Bluewater Recycling Association of the Township’s selected approach in advance of the June 30, 2026 deadline; AND FURTHER THAT Council direct staff to notify affected properties of the upcoming changes and the associated implementation timeline; AND FURTHER THAT Council approve an amendment to the Township’s Fees and Charges By-law to implement a 2026 ICI recycling fee of $71.40 per bin, effective July 1, 2026; AND FURTHER THAT Council direct staff to incorporate the 2027 ICI bin rate of $160 into the Township’s 2027 Fees and Charges By-law review process for Council consideration.

THAT Council approve the Middlesex County Employment Lands Readiness Program Funding Agreement for the Centre Road Industrial Lands Project; AND THAT the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute the agreement; AND FURTHER THAT the Treasurer be authorized to complete any required reporting and administrative actions associated with the agreement.

THAT Council approve a bronze level sponsorship in the amount of $1,000 to support the Canadian Plowing Organization for the 2026 Canadian Plowing Championships.

THAT By-Law 12 of 2026 (2025 Drain Maintenance), By-Law 13 of 2026 (Amend Fees & Charges - ICI Recycling fees), By-Law 14 of 2026 (Agreement - Middlesex County Employment Lands Readiness Program) and By-Law 15 of 2026 (Confirming April 20th, 2026) receive first, second and third and final readings.

THAT the meeting be adjourned at 8:18 PM.