Council Meeting

Be it hereby resolved that the agenda for May 20, 2026, Regular Meeting of Council be adopted as printed, and circulated.

Township of Blandford-Blenheim Council Minutes Be it hereby resolved that the minutes of the May 6, 2026, Regular Meeting of Council be adopted, as printed and circulated.

Be it hereby resolved that the presentation from Meagan Lichti, Southwestern Public Health (Oxford Age Friendly Committee), regarding the Age Friendly Strategy, be received as information; and further, That the Council of the Township of Blandford-Blenheim endorse the Oxford Age Friendly Strategy, as presented.

Be it hereby resolved that the delegation from Max Maschke regarding the Noise By-law Exemption Request, be received as information.

Be it hereby resolved that the delegation from Lisa Rocheleau and Tracy Litt, Great Lakes ATV, regarding the Noise By-law Exemption Request, be received as information.

Be it hereby resolved that the general correspondence item be received as information.

Be it hereby resolved that Report CBO-26-05 be received as information.

Be it hereby resolved that Report FC-26-05 be received as information.

Be it hereby resolved that Council receive Report CS-26-11 regarding the Plattsville Arena capital project updates for information purposes; and, That staff be authorized to proceed with obtaining quotations and moving forward with the replacement of the condenser tower and fire alarm panel at the Plattsville Arena; and further, That funding for these projects be allocated from the Township’s Long-Term Capital Reserve Funds in accordance with the Township’s Asset Management Plan and Long-Term Capital Budget.

Be it hereby resolved that Report DC-26-06 be received as information; and That Council adopt the Township of Blandford-Blenheim Adopt-A-Road Program Policy, as presented.

WHEREAS the Township of Blandford-Blenheim maintains an extensive network of gravel roads that are critical to the movement of residents, agricultural operations, and local businesses; AND WHEREAS the 2026 season has presented particular challenges with respect to gravel road maintenance, including end-of-season conditions that have resulted in concerns from residents regarding road quality and service levels; AND WHEREAS Council recognizes the importance of maintaining safe and reliable gravel road infrastructure while balancing financial sustainability and operational capacity; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council acknowledges the operational challenges experienced during the 2026 gravel road maintenance season; AND THAT staff be directed to prepare a report for Council’s consideration that: 1. Assesses the operational and financial implications of transitioning from the current three-year gravel application cycle to a two-year cycle; 2. Identifies the anticipated benefits, risks, and service level impacts associated with such a transition; 3. Explores alternative approaches or enhancements to the Township’s gravel road maintenance program, including practices, materials, or scheduling adjustments that may improve overall road conditions; and 4. Provides recommendations, including associated budgetary impacts, for Council’s consideration, ensuring that any proposed changes are financially feasible and aligned with the Township’s long-term asset management objectives; A

Be it hereby resolved that the following by-laws be read a first and second time: a) By-law 2546-2026, Being a By-law to provide for the adoption of budgetary estimates and tax rates for 2026, and to further provide for penalty and interest in default of payment; b) By-law 2547-2026, Being a By-law to appoint By-law Enforcement Officers; and, c) By-law 2548-2026, Being a By-law to confirm the proceedings of Council.

Be it hereby resolved that the following by-laws be read a third and final time: a) By-law 2546-2026, Being a By-law to provide for the adoption of budgetary estimates and tax rates for 2026, and to further provide for penalty and interest in default of payment; b) By-law 2547-2026, Being a By-law to appoint By-law Enforcement Officers; and, c) By-law 2548-2026, Being a By-law to confirm the proceedings of Council. Township of Blandford-Blenheim Council Minutes

Whereas business before Council has been completed at 5:30 p.m.; Be it hereby resolved that Council adjourn to meet again on Wednesday, June 3, 2026, at 4:00 p.m.