Council

THAT the Council of the Town of Halton Hills meet in closed session in order to address the following matters: 2.2 COMMUNITY SERVICES REPORT NO. CSE-2026-012 dated April 24, 2026 regarding the security of the property of the municipality or local board. (Funding Opportunity) 2.3 PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT REPORT NO. PD-2026-045 dated May 11, 2026 regarding advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose. (OLT) 2.4 PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT REPORT NO. PD-2026-046 dated May 11, 2026 regarding advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose. (OLT) 2.5 PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT REPORT NO. PD-2026-047 dated May 11, 2026 regarding advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose. (OLT) 2.6 COMMUNITY SERVICES CONFIDENTIAL APPENDIX TO PUBLIC MEMORANDUM NO. CSE-2026-006 dated April 20, 2026 regarding the security of the property of the municipality or local board. (Armed Attacker Response Procedure)

THAT the Council for the Town of Halton Hills reconvene this meeting in open session.

THAT the following minutes are hereby approved: 6.1 Confidential Minutes from the Council Workshop held on Monday March 16, 2026. (

THAT the following Consent Items are hereby approved: Report No. CES-2026-006 THAT Report No. CES-2026-006 dated May 11, 2026, regarding the 2025 Annual Report on Investments and Cash Management be received for information. Memorandum No. CSE-2026-006 THAT Memorandum No. CSE-2026-006 dated April 20, 2026 regarding Armed Attacker Response Procedure be received. Memorandum No. TPW-2026-002 THAT Memorandum No. TPW-2026-002 dated April 21, 2026 regarding Annual Province Wide School Crossing Guard Appreciation Week - June 1 to June 5, 2026 be received.

THAT Council do now convene into General Committee.

WHEREAS the Hamlets of Halton Hills, including but not limited to Glen Williams, Limehouse, Norval, Ballinafad, Stewarttown, Terra Cotta, and other rural settlements in Halton Hills each possess a unique historical, cultural, and rural character that contributes significantly to the identity of the Town as a whole; AND WHEREAS these areas are highly valued by residents for their distinct streetscapes, built form, road profiles, natural landscapes and overall sense of place; AND WHEREAS ongoing development pressures, infrastructure upgrades, and maintenance practices while necessary, can unintentionally erode or homogenise the unique character of these communities if not carefully managed; AND WHEREAS there is currently no consolidated Town0wide structure that clearly defines, protects, and guides the preservation of Hamlet character in a consistent and proactive manner; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that staff be directed to report back to Council on options to develop a Hamlet Character Preservation Structure for the Town of Halton Hills including financial implications and implementation considerations; AND FURTHER THAT the report include a draft Terms of Reference that would consider:  The existing character as defined in the various Hamlet Secondary Plans;  The public engagement opportunities for each Town-led project (engineering or planning-led);  A description of the defining characteristics of each hamlet (including elements such as streetscape, road design standard

WHEREAS Farm accidents can occur in the most remote locations, making it difficult for first responders to easily locate the situation; AND WHEREAS if a property doesn’t have a structure on it such as a farmers field or woodlot, it is considered vacant, and vacant land isn’t assigned a civic address; AND WHEREAS when a 911 call is received from a cell phone in a field without a civic address, the dispatcher relies on the caller’s verbal description of the location; AND WHEREAS Farm 911, The Emily Project was launched to improve emergency services in rural communities by helping farmers and landowners obtain proper civic address signs on fields and woodlots; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT staff be directed to bring a report to Council on the feasibility of the implementation of a Farm 911 program within the Town of Halton Hills; AND FURTHER THAT the report focus on the steps required for the implementation of the program including:  staffing resources;  integration into existing 911 dispatch systems;  approach for assigning and managing field entrance identification;  budget impacts;  any required municipal policies, by-laws or procedural changes to support implementation; AND FURTHER THAT staff engage with the local agricultural community, including the Halton Hills Agricultural Round Table and any relevant external organization where appropriate; AND FURTHER THAT this motion be circulated to the Ontario Federation of Agriculture (OFA), Halton Region Federation of Agr

WHEREAS the Province of Ontario has introduced Bill 98 which will eliminate the ability of municipalities to adopt Green Development Standards (GDS); AND WHEREAS GDS were introduced by municipalities in response to the urgent need to reduce the greenhouse gas emissions from new buildings and a desire to build more energy efficient homes that reduce operating costs for home buyers; AND WHEREAS GDS have also been used to improve building site outcomes such as improved permeability, native plantings, thickness of topsoil, and retention of storm water; AND WHEREAS GDS were also used to encourage the rough-in for EV charging in new multi-unit buildings that significantly reduces the cost of adding EV charging when it is desired by the tenants; AND WHEREAS all of the important improvements achieved by GDS could be achieved in a consistent manner through improvements to the OBC which would provide the building industry with uniform requirements across all municipalities and would also result in an improved housing stock throughout Ontario; AND WHEREAS Minister Flack has pledged to appoint a panel to review the OBC; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Town of Halton Hills urges the Province of Ontario to update the OBC as soon as possible to help Ontarians reduce their home operating costs and reduce greenhouse gas emissions from all new buildings; AND FURTHER THAT site plan conditions be added to the scope of work included in the OBC; AND FURTHER THAT until this update is adopted

WHEREAS the Ministry of Energy and Mines and the Independent Electricity System Operator have initiated a Transmission Corridor Study, which includes lands within the Town of Halton Hills; AND WHEREAS the purpose of the study is to identify and preserve corridors for future electricity transmission infrastructure, which may restrict development and impact existing land uses; AND WHEREAS the proposed study area includes lands that directly affect the Croatian Centre, a significant cultural, religious, and community hub in Halton Hills, including a church, heritage elements, and outdoor recreation facilities; AND WHEREAS the Croatian Centre serves as an important gathering place for residents and families, and its continued viability is of strong community interest; AND WHEREAS planning authorities are required under the Provincial Planning Statement (2024) to protect such corridors, even in the absence of finalized mapping or full understanding of local impacts; AND WHEREAS there is currently limited clarity regarding the exact location, scope, and long-term implications of the proposed transmission corridor within Halton Hills; AND WHEREAS impacted landowners and municipalities require certainty, transparency, and fair treatment in advance of any corridor designation that may affect property rights and community assets; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT The Town of Halton Hills requests that the Province of Ontario provide clear, detailed, and site- specific mapping of any pr

THAT the General Information Package dated May 11, 2026 be received.

THAT the following Bills are hereby passed by Council; AND FURTHER THAT the Mayor and Clerk are hereby authorized to execute the said by-laws and affix the seal of the Corporation thereto: BY-LAW NO. 2026-0040 A By-law to approve the acquisition of the lands of the Ashgrove Cemetery in Halton Hills, together with all the rights and obligations in respect thereof and the assets, funds and trust accounts related thereto. BY-LAW NO. 2026-0041 A By-law to provide for the levy and collection of rates or levies required for the Town of Halton Hills for the year of 2026 and to provide for the mailing of notices for the payment of taxes. BY-LAW NO. 2026-0042 A By-law to adopt the proceedings of the Council Meeting held on the 11th day of May, 2026 and to authorize its execution.

THAT this Council meeting do now adjourn at 9:19 p.m.