Notice of Open House for a Planning Application for a Proposed Subdivison in Horning’s Mills located at 537086 Main Street
Place: Horning’s Mills Community Hall
Date: Wednesday, November 27, 2024
Time: 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Please note that this is not a Melancthon Township hosted event. The Township is posting this Notice on behalf of the applicant to inform the public about this Open House.
The Council of the Township of Melancthon is hosting a Town Hall Meeting – Public Consultation on Road Safety for Horse and Buggies on Thursday, October 24, 2024 from 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. at the Horning’s Mills Community Hall, 14 Mill Street, Horning’s Mills. The Agenda for the meeting can be found here. All of the public is welcome to attend.
*NEW* TREE PROGRAM FOR 2025
The Township of Melancthon, in partnership with the Grand River Conservation Authority (GRCA), is excited to offer a new tree seedling program for distribution in Spring 2025!
Let’s plant for a greener future!
If you’re interested in placing an order, please ensure the form is submitted to the Township Office by November 15, 2024.
Please click here to access the order form.
NOTICE OF ROAD CLOSURE DUE TO THE REHABILITATION OF BRIDGE 2023
Help Us Fight Hunger in our Communities!
How you can help! Please donate non-perishable items and personal hygiene products at the Township Office during regular business hours or drop them off at the Horning’s Mills Community Hall during one of their many events — there will be a donation box inside the front door. Monetary donations may be made at the Township Office to your Food Bank of choice. The challenge will end on November 29th.
For more information on the challenge, please contact the Township Office at 519-925-5525.
BOARD VACANCY – HORNING’S MILLS COMMUNITY HALL BOARD
Due to the resignation of a Board Member, there is a vacancy on the Horning’s Mills Community Hall Board and the Council of the Township of Melancthon is accepting applications from interested individuals to fill this position until November 14, 2026.
Anyone interested in serving on the above noted Board should apply in writing to the undersigned providing a brief outline of their background, experience and interest. Applications must be received by Wednesday, October 2, 2024 by 12 noon so they can be presented to Council at the meeting on October 3, 2024.
Summary of Qualifications, Duties and Responsibilities – Board Members must be at least eighteen (18) years of age, a Canadian Citizen, a resident of Melancthon Township and not employed by the Board or the Municipality. Members will be required to attend meetings and special meetings as set or deemed necessary by the Board.
Please forward applications to:
Township of Melancthon
Denise B. Holmes, AMCT
CAO/Clerk
157101 Highway 10
Melancthon, Ontario
L9V 2E6
dholmes@melancthontownship.ca
Notice of OPEN HOUSE regarding two Planning Applications submitted by Duivenvoorden Haulage Ltd. to expand the existing pit operations located at 437202 4th Line OS and 437138 4th Line OS.
Date: Wednesday, September 4th, 2024
Time: 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Location: Horning’s Mills Community Hall
Please note that this is not a Melancthon Township hosted event. The Township is sending out this Notice as a courtesy to inform the public about this Open House.
TOWNSHIP OF MELANCTHON – NOTICE OF PASSING OF MUNICIPAL-WIDE DEVELOPMENT CHARGES BY-LAW
TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Melancthon passed municipal-wide Development Charges By-law 30-2024 on the 18th day of July, 2024 under section 2 (1) of the Development Charges Act, 1997, S.O., 1997 c. 27, as amended.
Please click here for the Notice of Passing.
Please click here for the By-law 30-2024
Dated at the Township of Melancthon Municipal Office, Melancthon, Ontario, this 19th day of July, 2024.
Denise B. Holmes, AMCT, CAO/Clerk
DEVELOPMENT CHARGES BY-LAW AND ADDENDUM TO DC BACKGROUND STUDY
The Council of the Township of Melancthon intends to adopt the 2024 Development Charges By-law at its meeting held on July 18, 2024. The Addendum to the 2024 Development Charges Background Study which will be considered at that meeting can be found here.
COMMITTEE MEMBER OPPORTUNITY – TOWNSHIP OF MELANCTHON HERITAGE ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Due to a Council Representative Vacancy on the Township of Melancthon Heritage Advisory Committee, Council is opening this position up to a Public Member to join. The purpose of the Committee is to promote and make the public aware of heritage within the Township.
The Council of the Township of Melancthon will accept applications from interested individuals to fill this position until the end of the term of Council (November 14, 2026). Anyone interested in serving on the above noted Committee should apply in writing to the undersigned providing a brief outline of their background, experience and interest. Applications must be received by Wednesday, June 12, 2024 by 12 noon.
Summary of Qualifications, Duties and Responsibilities – Committee Members must be at least eighteen (18) years of age, a Canadian Citizen, a resident of Melancthon Township and not employed by the Committee or the Municipality. Members will be required to attend meetings and special meetings as set or deemed necessary by the Committee.
Please forward applications to:
Township of Melancthon
Denise B. Holmes, AMCT
CAO/Clerk
157101 Highway 10
Melancthon, Ontario
L9V 2E6
dholmes@melancthontownship.ca
TOWNSHIP OF MELANCTHON – DEVELOPMENT CHARGE BACKGROUND STUDY
May 16, 2024 – On Thursday, June 6, 2024, the Council of the Township of Melancthon will hold a public meeting pursuant to Section 12 of the Development Charges Act, 1997, to present and obtain input from the public on the municipality’s proposed Development Charges By-law and underlying Background Study. To view the Background Study, click here.
To submit comments on the DC Background Study, please email them to the Clerk, dholmes@melancthontownship.ca by 12 noon on Wednesday, May 29, 2024.
TOWNSHIP OF MELANCTHON
NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING
On Thursday, June 6, 2024 the Council of the Township of Melancthon will hold a public meeting, pursuant to section 12 of the Development Charges Act, 1997, as amended, to present and obtain public input on the municipality’s proposed development charges (D.C.) By-law and underlying Background Study.
All interested parties are invited to attend the Public Meeting of Council and any person who attends the meeting may make representations relating to the proposed D.C. By-law and Background Study. The meeting is to be held:
Date: Thursday June 6, 2024
Time: 6:00 p.m.
Location: Council Chambers, 157101 Highway 10, Melancthon, ON, L9V 2E6
In order that sufficient information is made available to the public, the proposed D.C. By-law and Background Study is being made available online at the www.melancthontownship.ca under Public Notices on May 17, 2024 or from the Municipal Clerk at the above location during regular office hours.
Interested persons may express their comments at the public meeting, or in writing addressed to the Municipal Clerk by 12 noon on Wednesday, May 29, 2024 so they may be included in the Agenda Package for the June 6, 2024 Council meeting. Should you have any questions, please contact the Township Office at 519-925-5525.
TOWNSHIP OF MELANCTHON HERITAGE ADVISORY COMMITTEE VACANCY
There is a vacancy for one Member on the Township of Melancthon Heritage Advisory Committee. The purpose of the Committee is to promote and make the public aware of heritage within the Township.
The Council of the Township of Melancthon will accept applications from interested individuals to fill this position until November 14, 2026. Anyone interested in serving on the above noted Committee should apply in writing to the undersigned providing a brief outline of their background, experience and interest. Applications must be received by Wednesday, May 8, 2024 by 12 noon.
Summary of Qualifications, Duties and Responsibilities – Committee Members must be at least eighteen (18) years of age, a Canadian Citizen, a resident of Melancthon Township and not employed by the Committee or the Municipality. Members will be required to attend meetings and special meetings as set or deemed necessary by the Committee.
Please forward applications to:
Township of Melancthon
Denise B. Holmes, AMCT
CAO/Clerk
157101 Highway 10
Melancthon, Ontario
L9V 2E6
dholmes@melancthontownship.ca
CANCELLED – APRIL 16, 2024
SALE OF LAND BY PUBLIC TENDER
Take Notice that tenders are invited for the purchase of the land(s) described below and will be received until 3:00 p.m local time on May 13, 2024 at 157101 Highway 10, Melancthon, Ontario, L9V 2E6.
The tenders will then be opened in public on the same day at 3:30 p.m local time at 157101 Highway 10, Melancthon, Ontario, L9V 2E6.
Description of land(s): Lots 11-17, Plan 332; Melancthon [PIN 34158-0048 (LT), PIN 34158-0049 (LT), PIN 34158-0050 (LT), PIN 34158-0051 (LT), PIN 34158-0052 (LT), PIN 34158-0053 (LT), PIN 34158-0054 (LT)]
Minimum tender amount: $32,082.44
Tenders must be submitted in the prescribed form and must be accompanied by a deposit of at least 20 per cent of the tender amount, which deposit shall be made by way of a certified cheque/bank draft/ money order payable to the municipality (or board).
Except as follows, the municipality makes no representation regarding the title to or any other matters relating to the land(s) to be sold. Responsibility for ascertaining these matters rests with the potential purchasers.
This sale is governed by the Municipal Act, 2001 and the Municipal Tax Sales Rules made under that Act. The successful purchaser will be required to pay the amount tendered plus accumulated taxes and any taxes that may be applicable, such as a land transfer tax.
The municipality has no obligation to provide vacant possession to the successful purchaser.
According to the last returned assessment roll, the assessed value of the land is $80,000.00.
Tender packages and further information about this matter can be found below. Please note that the successful tenderer will need to contact their own legal counsel in order to complete the transaction.
SARAH CULSHAW TREASURER/DEPUTY-CLERK
CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF MELANCTHON
157101 HIGHWAY 10
MELANCTHON, ONTARIO, L9V 2E6
519-925-5525
sculshaw@melancthontownship.ca
Please note: The information provided in the Information Sheet is informal and should not be relied upon by a potential purchaser. Persons submitting a tender should satisfy themselves through independent sources.
CANCELLED – APRIL 16, 2024
SALE OF LAND BY PUBLIC TENDER
Take Notice that tenders are invited for the purchase of the land(s) described below and will be received until 3:00 p.m local time on May 13, 2024 at 157101 Highway 10, Melancthon, Ontario, L9V 2E6.
The tenders will then be opened in public on the same day at 3:30 p.m local time at 157101 Highway 10, Melancthon, Ontario, L9V 2E6.
Description of land(s): Lots 18-31, Plan 332; Township of Melancthon
[PIN 34158-0055 (LT), PIN 34158-0056 (LT), PIN 34158-0057 (LT), PIN 34158-0058 (LT), PIN 34158-0059 (LT), PIN 34158-0060 (LT), PIN 34158-0061 (LT), PIN 34158-0062 (LT), PIN 34158-0064 (LT), PIN 34158-0065 (LT), PIN 34158-0066 (LT), PIN 34158-0067 (LT), PIN 34158-0068 (LT), PIN 34158-0069 (LT)]
Minimum tender amount: $54,131.76
Tenders must be submitted in the prescribed form and must be accompanied by a deposit of at least 20 per cent of the tender amount, which deposit shall be made by way of a certified cheque/bank draft/ money order payable to the municipality (or board).
Except as follows, the municipality makes no representation regarding the title to or any other matters relating to the land(s) to be sold. Responsibility for ascertaining these matters rests with the potential purchasers.
This sale is governed by the Municipal Act, 2001 and the Municipal Tax Sales Rules made under that Act. The successful purchaser will be required to pay the amount tendered plus accumulated taxes and any taxes that may be applicable, such as a land transfer tax.
The municipality has no obligation to provide vacant possession to the successful purchaser.
According to the last returned assessment roll, the assessed value of the land is $87,000.00.
Tender packages and further information about this matter can be found below. Please note that the successful tenderer will need to contact their own legal counsel in order to complete the transaction.
SARAH CULSHAW TREASURER/DEPUTY-CLERK
CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF MELANCTHON
157101 HIGHWAY 10
MELANCTHON, ONTARIO, L9V 2E6
519-925-5525
sculshaw@melancthontownship.ca
Please note: The information provided in the Information Sheet is informal and should not be relied upon by a potential purchaser. Persons submitting a tender should satisfy themselves through independent sources.
CANCELLED – APRIL 16, 2024
SALE OF LAND BY PUBLIC TENDER
Take Notice that tenders are invited for the purchase of the land(s) described below and will be received until 3:00 p.m local time on May 13, 2024 at 157101 Highway 10, Melancthon, Ontario, L9V 2E6.The tenders will then be opened in public on the same day at 3:30 p.m local time at 157101 Highway 10, Melancthon, Ontario, L9V 2E6.
Description of land(s): Lot 32, Plan 332; Melancthon [PIN 34158-0070 (LT)], Lot 33, Plan 332; Melancthon [PIN 34158-0071 (LT)], Lot 34, Plan 332; S/T MF194699 Melancthon [PIN34158-0072 (LT)]
Minimum tender amount: $22,733.14
Tenders must be submitted in the prescribed form and must be accompanied by a deposit of at least 20 per cent of the tender amount, which deposit shall be made by way of a certified cheque/bank draft/ money order payable to the municipality (or board).
Except as follows, the municipality makes no representation regarding the title to or any other matters relating to the land(s) to be sold. Responsibility for ascertaining these matters rests with the potential purchasers.
This sale is governed by the Municipal Act, 2001 and the Municipal Tax Sales Rules made under that Act. The successful purchaser will be required to pay the amount tendered plus accumulated taxes and any taxes that may be applicable, such as a land transfer tax.
The municipality has no obligation to provide vacant possession to the successful purchaser.
According to the last returned assessment roll, the assessed value of the land is $75,000.00.
Tender packages and further information about this matter can be found below. Please note that the successful tenderer will need to contact their own legal counsel in order to complete the transaction.
SARAH CULSHAW TREASURER/DEPUTY-CLERK
CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF MELANCTHON
157101 HIGHWAY 10
MELANCTHON, ONTARIO, L9V 2E6
519-925-5525
sculshaw@melancthontownship.ca
Please note: The information provided in the Information Sheet is informal and should not be relied upon by a potential purchaser. Persons submitting a tender should satisfy themselves through independent sources.
NOTICE OF A PUBLIC OPEN HOUSE
ADDITIONAL RESIDENTIAL UNIT (ARU) POLICY
TAKE NOTICE that the Township of Melancthon has initiated a review to introduce a new policy that aims to permit the construction of Additional Residential Units (ARU) on lands throughout the Township of Melancthon. This policy specifically aims to allow up to three (3) ARU’s per lot.
PUBLIC MEETING: A public open house has been scheduled for Tuesday, April 30, 2024, between the hours of 5:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m., in the Council Chambers at the Township Office located at 157101 Highway 10, Melancthon. Staff will present the proposed new policy at 6:00 p.m. and a public discussion and question and answer period will follow.
Township Planning Staff have prepared information and reports, which will be available for public review on the website and at the Township Office during regular business hours:
For more information about the Township initiated Zoning By-law amendment, please feel free to contact one of the undersigned.
Kaitlin Dinnick
Administration and Finance Assistant
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Liam Morgan
Development Planner
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Please visit our Strategic Planning Page for more information on the new Strategic Plan and to access the Community Survey
Melancthon Council Award for Community Leadership
Do you know a Melancthon resident who has made exceptional and outstanding contributions to the well-being of the Community? If you do, please nominate them for the Melancthon Council Award for Community Leadership.
This Award celebrates one Melancthon resident per year who has made exceptional and outstanding contributions to the well-being of the community. The deadline for submissions is 12:00 p.m. on May 9, 2024, and the successful candidate will be publicly announced and awarded at Melancthon Day on June 22, 2024, at the Horning’s Mills Community Park. To submit a nomination, please click here for further information.
March 1, 2024 – A Message from Mayor Darren White on the passing of Former Canadian Prime Minister Brian Mulroney:
On behalf of the Council for the Corporation of the Township of Melancthon and all of our residents, I want to take a moment to offer our condolences to the family of the Right Honourable Brian Mulroney, 18th Prime Minister of our great country, on the sad occasion of his passing.
Prime Minister Mulroney had many accomplishments in his role as our leader in his day. He was the first Prime Minister to take the environmental portfolio seriously. He was the first to challenge the United States and demand an Acid Rain Treaty. Many younger Canadians may never know the difference the Acid Rain Treaty made to their future, I do. He was the Prime Minister who worked towards and successfully obtained the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA), and worked with the current government to renegotiate it a few short years ago. Ground breaking legislation for its time, and a model by which other trade agreements came to follow.
Brian Mulroney was a leader on many fronts, not the least of which was human rights. He is known across the world as a champion for the rights of people regardless of their background. Brian Mulroney was one of the first world leaders to call for an end to apartheid and then rally other leaders to demand it end as well. Nelson Mandela personally credited Brian Mulroney, as being a big voice in the end of apartheid.
Mulroney was known as a statesman worldwide. He was known as the man who got Canada to “punch above its weight” on the world stage. He tried to unite Canada and bring Quebec into our constitution, and was a large part of the multinational force to push Iraq from their invasion of Kuwait. What other statesman do you know that was asked to eulogize two American Presidents.
Prime Minister Mulroney is also known for bringing in the GST, and while many still disagree with that, history has shown it set our country on a path to fiscal sustainability, and led to true economic reform in Canada.
Respected by friends and foes alike, honoured by other world leaders, his Irish ancestry was always on display when dealing with people. A confidante to many leaders, a mentor to others, he was truly a giant in Canadian politics and will be missed.
NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING TO CONSIDER THE 2024 DRAFT OPERATING AND CAPITAL BUDGETS
Date: Thursday, February 15, 2024 – 6:30 p.m.
Location: This meeting will be held in person in the Council Chambers and via Zoom (Hybrid) – Link will be available on the Agenda.
This is the Public’s opportunity to formally comment on the Draft 2024 Operating and Capital Budgets before they are passed. Written comments can be submitted to the Clerk’s Office by 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, February 14, 2024- Denise Holmes, dholmes@melancthontownship.ca. Questions regarding the Draft Budgets can be directed to Sarah Culshaw, Treasurer – sculshaw@melancthontownship.ca.
NOTICE OF INTENT TO PASS PROCEDURAL BY-LAW AND PROCUREMENT BY-LAW
Please take notice that the Township of Melancthon Council intends to adopt a new Procedural By-law and a new Procurement By-law at the Council meeting to be held on Thursday, January 11th, 2024. The Hybrid Council meeting starts at 9:00 a.m.
Date of Notice – January 2, 2024
Melancthon’s numbers are in for the Food Bank Challenge!
Thank you so much to the Community for their generous support! The Township joined the Township of Amaranth’s challenge on November 16th and from November 17th until December 14th, we collected 3,587 pounds for our local food banks (Shelburne, Dundalk and Orangeville).
We had 587 pounds of non-perishable and personal hygiene items donated, as well as 3,000 pounds of potaotes. A BIG thank you to Tupling Farms, Downey Farms and Rutledge Farms who each donated 100 10-pound bags of potaotes to this challenge.
The Township Office will be closed from December 22nd until January 2nd. For roads related issues, please call 519-925-5525, ext 105 and leave a message for Public Works.
BOARD VACANCY
Due to the resignation of a Board Member from the Horning’s Mills Community Hall Board, the Council of the Township of Melancthon is accepting applications from interested individuals to fill this position until November 14, 2026.
Anyone interested in serving on the above noted Board should apply in writing to the undersigned providing a brief outline of their background, experience and interest. Applications must be received by Thursday, December 7, 2023 by 12 noon.
Summary of Qualifications, Duties and Responsibilities – Board Members must be at least eighteen (18) years of age, a Canadian Citizen, a resident of Melancthon Township and not employed by the Board or the Municipality. Members will be required to attend meetings and special meetings as set or deemed necessary by the Board.
Please forward applications to:
Township of Melancthon
Denise B. Holmes, AMCT
CAO/Clerk
157101 Highway 10
Melancthon, Ontario
L9V 2E6
dholmes@melancthontownship.ca
November 20, 2023 – Public Notice – The Township Municipal Office will be closed on Wednesday, December 6, 2023 for Staff Training.
The Township of Amaranth has challenged the Township of Melancthon, as well as the other lower tier municipalities in Dufferin County, to a Food Bank Challenge and we say…… challenge accepted!!
Starting today, until December 15th, please help and support our local foodbanks with donations of non-perishable food items, along with personal and hygiene items for the holiday season. These items can be dropped off at the Township of Melancthon Municipal Office from Monday – Friday – 8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. & 1:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Let’s collect as many pounds of food as possible to fill the shelves at our local food banks and help the Township of Melancthon win bragging rights in Dufferin County!
NEW PROCEDURAL BY-LAW
September 13, 2023 – Council is updating its current Procedural By-law to ensure it supports the governance of the Township and aligns with Provincial Legislation. A number of changes have been made to the Draft Procedural By-law which can be found here and Council is inviting public comment before the By-law is adopted. Please provide your comments to the Clerk – dholmes@melancthontownship.ca by 12:00 p.m. on Thursday, September 28, 2023, in order for comments to be included in the Agenda package for the October 5, 2023 Council meeting.
ARE YOU PASSIONATE ABOUT RECREATION IN YOUR COMMUNITY?
The Council of the Township of Melancthon has accepted a recommendation from the Recreation Task Force for the creation of a Recreation Committee. The Committee will be composed of two Members of Council and five Community Members at large.
The mandate of the Recreation Committee is to develop and implement a Strategic Plan for Recreation and Sport in and for Melancthon Township residents. The Committee will be responsible for developing a Terms of Reference.
If you are interested in this exciting volunteer opportunity, please apply in writing to the undersigned providing a brief outline of your background, experience and interest. Applications must be received by Thursday, September 28, 2023 by 12 noon.
Summary of Qualifications, Duties and Responsibilities – Committee Members must be at least eighteen (18) years of age, a Canadian Citizen, a resident of Melancthon Township and not employed by the Board or the Municipality. Members will be required to attend meetings and special meetings as set or deemed necessary by the Committee.
Please forward applications to:
Township of Melancthon
Denise B. Holmes, AMCT
CAO/Clerk
157101 Highway 10
Melancthon, Ontario
L9V 2E6
dholmes@melancthontownship.ca
BOARD VACANCY
Due to the resignation of a Board Member from the Horning’s Mills Community Hall Board, the Council of the Township of Melancthon is accepting applications from interested individuals to fill this position until December 31, 2023.
Anyone interested in serving on the above noted Board should apply in writing to the undersigned providing a brief outline of their background, experience and interest. Applications must be received by Thursday, August 31, 2023 by 12 noon.
Summary of Qualifications, Duties and Responsibilities – Board Members must be at least eighteen (18) years of age, a Canadian Citizen, a resident of Melancthon Township and not employed by the Board or the Municipality. Members will be required to attend meetings and special meetings as set or deemed necessary by the Board.
Please forward applications to:
Township of Melancthon
Denise B. Holmes, AMCT
CAO/Clerk
157101 Highway 10
Melancthon, Ontario
L9V 2E6
dholmes@melancthontownship.ca
July 7, 2023 – Please note that the Council meeting scheduled to begin at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 13, 2023, will now begin at 4:00 p.m. The meeting can be attended virtually or in person. The Agenda for the meeting will be posted on the Township website on Monday.
PUBLIC NOTICE – SALE OF SURPLUS LANDS
June 16, 2023 – Please be advised that the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Melancthon proposes to sell part of a Road Allowance between the Townships of Melancthon and Proton lying SE of the Centreline from the Westerly Limited of Highway # 10 to the West limit of the Road Allowance between Concession 2 & D SWTS, Being Part 1 7R-6814; Melancthon, to the Corporation of the Township of Southgate.
Council declared the property surplus at the Council meeting held on June 15, 2023 and the method of disposition will be by Agreement negotiated by Staff and approved by Council.
The Township is providing notice of this sale to the public pursuant to Section 4 of By-law 58-2015 – A By-law to adopt a Policy for the Sale and Other Dispositions of Municipal Land.
Denise B. Holmes, AMCT
CAO/Clerk
June 15, 2023 – the Fire Ban has been lifted and the fire rating has been updated to moderate.
June 8, 2023 – Burn ban in place for Dufferin County, effective immediately!
The Fire Departments of Dufferin County have issued a County-wide fire ban, prohibiting all open-air burning effective immediately. This County-wide ban includes properties with approved burn permits but does not include areas within the Town of Orangeville.
The decision to issue a burn ban comes after particularly dry weather conditions in the Dufferin area and limited rainfall along with air quality warnings for the region due to smoke from wildfires in Ontario and Quebec.
People failing to comply with open-air burning regulations in the Ontario Fire Code and Municipal Open-air Burning By-laws may be fined.
Dufferin residents are encouraged to help local fire prevention efforts by keeping lawns cut and well-watered and moving brush, wood, and yard waste away from structures and heat sources. Fire officials are also asking people to use extreme caution when cooking on barbecues during this time.
PLEASE NOTE THAT MELANCTHON TOWNSHIP WILL NOT BE ISSUING ANY FIRE PERMITS UNTIL THE BAN HAS BEEN LIFTED.
June 1, 2023 – Effective immediately, the Fire Chiefs of Dufferin County have announced a High fire danger due to dry and hot weather conditions. This alert applies to the Township of Melancthon. Please avoid all unnecessary outdoor fire burning until the weather conditions change and we return to normal levels of fire danger.
BLUE BOX TRANSITION BEGINS JULY 1ST, 2023
May 1, 2023 – Please be advised that the half load restrictions for all Township roads have been lifted.
PUBLIC NOTICE – AMENDMENT TO BY-LAWS
The Council of the Township of Melancthon intends to pass a By-law to amend the Procedural By-law to allow for Hybrid Council meetings on May 4, 2023.
The Council of the Township of Melancthon intends to pass a By-law to amend the Property Standards By-law to add a section to the By-law pertaining to Exterior Lighting on May 4, 2023.
Questions regarding these amendments may be directed to the Clerk, Denise Holmes, at dholmes@melancthontownship.ca
Date of Notice: April 25, 2023
April 21, 2023 – Just a reminder that reduced loads are still in effect until May 15th, on ALL Township Roads, even though some municipalities around us are lifting or have already lifted theirs. The restrictions may be removed earlier than May 15th subject to adequate road and weather conditions.
The Township of Melancthon’s Heritage Advisory Committee is looking for information from anyone who attended or taught at a one room schoolhouse in Melancthon Township. Please reach out to Kaitlin, Secretary of the Heritage Advisory Committee at kdinnick@melancthontownship.ca or 519-925-5525.
Calling all Volunteers from Horning’s Mills and the surrounding area!
The Horning’s Mills Community Hall is designated as a temporary shelter for persons affected by emergency situations, and the Township is seeking volunteers to assist with shelter operations during an emergency.
If you are interested in volunteering, please contact Denise Holmes, CAO/Clerk – 519-925-5525 or dholmes@melancthontownship.ca. There will be an information training session for all volunteers, conducted by the County of Dufferin, in early May.
ARE YOU PASSIONATE ABOUT RECREATION IN YOUR COMMUNITY?
The Council of the Township of Melancthon has accepted a recommendation from the Recreation Task Force for the creation of a Recreation Committee. The Committee will be composed of two Members of Council and five Community Members at large.
The mandate of the Recreation Committee is to develop and implement a Strategic Plan for Recreation and Sport in and for Melancthon Township residents. The Committee will be responsible for developing a Terms of Reference.
If you are interested in this exciting volunteer opportunity, please apply in writing to the undersigned providing a brief outline of your background, experience and interest. Applications must be received by Thursday, March 30, 2023 by 12 noon.
Summary of Qualifications, Duties and Responsibilities – Committee Members must be at least eighteen (18) years of age, a Canadian Citizen, a resident of Melancthon Township and not employed by the Board or the Municipality. Members will be required to attend meetings and special meetings as set or deemed necessary by the Committee.
Please forward applications to:
Township of Melancthon
Denise B. Holmes, AMCT
CAO/Clerk
157101 Highway 10
Melancthon, Ontario
L9V 2E6
dholmes@melancthontownship.ca
REDUCED LOAD PERIOD
Effective March 1, 2023 – Reduced loads are in effect starting today, until May 15th on ALL Township of Melancthon roads. Restrictions may be removed earlier, subject to adequate road and weather conditions.
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NOTICE OF A PUBLIC MEETING TO INFORM THE PUBLIC OF A PROPOSED OFFICIAL PLAN AND ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT
TAKE NOTICE that Township of Melancthon has received a complete application from Duivenvoorden Haulage Ltd. (DHL) to amend the Township’s Official Plan and Municipal Zoning By-law 12-1979, as amended by By-law 12-1982. The application affects lands located in Part of East Half of Lot 13 and the East Half of Lot 14, Concession 4 OS (4th Line OS) in the Township of Melancthon (see attached Key Map). The purpose of the applications are to redesignate and rezone lands for the purpose of expanding existing pit operations currently utilized by DHL.
Date of Public Meeting – Thursday, March 16, 2023 at 5:20 p.m.
PUBLIC BUDGET MEETING – Thursday, March 2, 2023 – 6:30 p.m.
A public meeting has been called to consider the Draft 2023 Operating and Capital Budgets.
The Budget will be included in the Agenda package for the March 2nd Council meeting. The Agenda package will be posted to the website under Agendas and Minutes on February 27, 2023.
Questions pertaining the Budget can be directed to Sarah Culshaw, Treasurer, at 519-925-5525 ext. 102 or sculshaw@melancthontownship.ca.
PUBLIC NOTICE – Monday, December 26, 2022 – 2:15 p.m – Significant Weather Event Declaration has ENDED.
Christmas Afternoon Update:
First off, a huge thank you to Melancthon Township’s amazing Public Works Department for their tireless snow clearing efforts since Friday afternoon. Most times it was a losing battle with the winds over the past couple days. We hope that you can get home now and enjoy the rest of Christmas Day with your families.
We are happy to report that all of our local roads are open. Please use caution on the 2nd Line SW from Highway 89 to County Road 17 and 5th Line OS from 4th Line NE to County Road 17, as there are still some abandoned vehicles on those roads.
Happy Holidays!!
ROAD CLOSURE UPDATE – FRIDAY, DECEMBER 23RD, 2022 – 3:15 P.M.
OPP have closed ALL ROADS in Dufferin County. All Melancthon Township Roads are now closed until further notice.
The Township Public Works Department is pausing snow clearing operations until tomorrow morning.
Stay home and stay safe.
Pursuant to s.16.9 of O.Reg. 239/02 as amended, the Township of Melancthon is declaring a Significant Weather Event in respect to blowing snow and reduced visibility, starting at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, December 23rd, 2022 and continuing until further notice.
Users of the roads in the Township are advised to avoid unnecessary travel and to use caution if doing so.
The Township will issue a public notice when this Significant Weather Event has ended.
PLEASE NOTE: the Township may pause snow control operations during this time should the conditions warrant.
PUBLIC NOTICE – The Council of the Township of Melancthon will be making citizen appointments to the below listed Local Boards & Committee at its meeting on Thursday, December 15, 2022. Anyone interested in serving on any of the below Boards & Committee, please apply in writing to the undersigned providing a brief outline of your background, experience and interest.
Applications must be received no later than 12 noon on Thursday, December 8, 2022. The term of office for most positions is concurrent with the term of Council, being four years (ending on November 14, 2026), or as determined by Council.
Board/Committee – Number of Vacancies
Horning’s Mills Community Hall – 4 Public members, 1 Horning’s Mills Women’s Institute member
Horning’s Mills Community Park – 3 Public members
Corbetton Community Park – 4 Public members
Township of Melancthon Police Services – 1 Public member
North Dufferin Community Centre – 3 Public members
Melancthon Township Heritage Advisory Committee – 3 Public members
Summary of Qualifications, Duties and Responsibilities – Board/Committee Members must be at least eighteen (18) years of age, a Canadian Citizen, a resident, owner, co-owner of land, or tenant within the Township of Melancthon and not employed by the Board or the Municipality. Members will be required to attend meetings and special meetings as set or deemed necessary by the Board/Committee.
Please forward submissions to:
Corporation of the Township of Melancthon
Attention: Denise B. Holmes, AMCT
CAO/Clerk
157101 Highway 10
Melancthon, Ontario
L9V 2E6
dholmes@melancthontownship.ca
PRE-AUTHORIZED DEBIT – PROPERTY TAXES
The Township is now offering pre-authorized debit plan for payment of property taxes.
Please see the link below for more information and the enrollment form.
TOWNSHIP OF MULMUR – SURVEY FOR THE NORTH DUFFERIN COMMUNITY CENTRE (HONEYWOOD ARENA)
The Township of Mulmur wants your input on what their priorities should be at the North Dufferin Community Centre (Honeywood Arena). Complete the Township of Mulmur’s survey here https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/YWFTPPG
HAVE YOUR SAY!
The Melancthon Township Recreation Task Force has created a survey to gather input from Melancthon residents regarding recreation planning, opportunities, funding and the future direction for recreation in the Township of Melancthon.
Please use the below link to access the survey:
Thank you for your participation in this survey!
Notice of Public Meeting
Towing Services and Vehicle Storage Yard Facility By-law
Take Notice that a Public Meeting will be held to provide the public with an opportunity to comment and provide input in relation to Towing Services and Vehicle Storage Yard Facility By-law, on:
Wednesday, July 13, 2022 at 7:00 P.M.
(Electronic Participation)
Public Meeting protocol during the COVID-19 Pandemic
Due to the efforts to contain the spread of COVID-19 and to protect all individuals, the Council Chambers at Town Hall will not be open to the public to attend a Public Meeting until further notice.
All persons interested in the above matter are invited to observe this Public Meeting through the Town’s live stream broadcast of this meeting online at www.youtube.com/c/OrangevilleCouncil
Members of the public who have an interest in this matter may:
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up until 10:00 a.m. on the day of the scheduled Public Meeting email the Clerks Division at councilagenda@orangeville.ca indicating their request to speak to the matter. A phone number and conference ID code will be provided to join the virtual meeting and provide comments to Council.
Members of the public wishing to raise a question about the above matter during the public question period of the Public Meeting may, beginning at 7:00 p.m. on the evening of the Public Meeting, call +1 289-801-5774, Conference ID: 476 716 550#
Written comments may also be submitted prior to the meeting and can be addressed to the Mayor and Members of Council, and/or the staff contact provided below. All written comments received will be taken into consideration through the overall review of this matter and will become a matter of public record.
Information Available:
To obtain a copy of the proposed Towing Services and Vehicle Storage Yard Facility By-law, please refer to the agenda package for the July 13, 2022 Public Meeting, found on our website at calendar.orangeville.ca/meetings
For more information about this matter, contact, Clerks Division, Corporate Services at 519-941-0440 Ext. 2256 or by e-mail at clerksdept@orangeville.ca during normal business hours.
Notice Issued: June 20, 2022
Notice of Construction in Melancthon Township – Provincial Highway 10 – grading and hot mix paving from 0.20 km North of 3rd Line, Northerly to 0.09 km South of Dufferin Road 17 from June 27, 2022 until July 22, 2022.
Working hours for the duration of the construction will be weekdays 7:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
During working hours, traffic will be reduced to a single lane and people can expect approximately a 10 minute delay. All lanes will be open outside of the working hours, as well as on June 30th, 2022 and July 1st 2022.
For questions regarding the construction, please contact Aaron Kingsbury, Project Manager (416)-453-5936.
Township of Melancthon Recreation Task Force
At the meeting of Council held on May 19, 2022, Council endorsed a motion to create a Recreation Task Force to research and report on recreation uses and interests in the Township of Melancthon. Council is seeking interest from Melancthon residents to form the Recreation Task Force.
If you are interested in this initiative, please apply in writing to the undersigned providing a brief outline of your background, experience and interest in the Recreation Task Force. Applications must be received by Thursday, June 30th, 2022 by 12 noon.
Summary of Qualifications, Duties and Responsibilities – Task Force Members must be at least eighteen (18) years of age, a Canadian Citizen, a resident of Melancthon Township and not employed by the Board or the Municipality. Members will be required to attend meetings and special meetings as set or deemed necessary by the Task Force.
Please forward applications to:
Township of Melancthon
Denise B. Holmes, AMCT
CAO/Clerk
157101 Highway 10
Melancthon, Ontario
L9V 2E6
dholmes@melancthontownship.ca
Notice is hereby given that the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Melancthon intends to pass a By-law to amend Section 37 of Procedural By-law No. 16-2015 at the Council meeting on Thursday, May 5, 2022. The meeting starts at 5:00 p.m. The amendment is as follows:
PETITIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS
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(a) Communications – Council
Every communication addressed to Council, including a petition designed to be presented to the Council, shall be legibly written or printed, shall not contain any obscene or improper language; and must include the author’s full name and current contact information, at a minimum, the author’s address, telephone number and email and filed with the Clerk. Once received, the communication shall be published in the Agenda package and form part of the public record. The communication shall be submitted in accordance with Section 16 of the Procedural By-law.
(b) Communications – Public
Any communications submitted by the public to be considered or addressed by Council shall form part of the agenda for the appropriate meeting and shall be considered to be a public document and therefore, subject to disclosure.
(c) Communications – Referral to Committee
Any communication within the jurisdiction of a Committee shall first be placed on the Agenda for the appropriate Committee, unless the communication relates to a subject or report scheduled to be considered by Council.
Dufferin County is celebrating Earth Week with the release of the first annual Climate Action Report Card!
The report provides a progress update on the implementation of the Dufferin Climate Action Plan that was adopted on March 11, 2021.
The Climate Action Report Card identifies the status of each action and highlights the key initiatives undertaken throughout 2021 including:
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Installation of the Charge Up in Dufferin network of 24 public electric vehicle charging stations
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Completion of feasibility study for a community deep energy retrofit financing program
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Activation of the Experimental Acres Farm pilot in partnership with Wellington County
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3,200 tonnes of organics composted through Dufferin Waste’s Green Bin program
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Explore the Report Card:
PUBLIC NOTICE
At the Special Council meeting held on Thursday, March 24, 2022, Council chose Bill Neilson to fill the vacancy on Melancthon Council. Mr. Neilson will be sworn in at the Council meeting on Thursday, April 7, 2022 at 9:00 a.m. The meeting will be held virtually.
2022 COUNCIL VACANCY NOMINATIONS – FINAL
The following people have submitted Council Vacancy Applications for consideration by Council and their Applications have been certified by the Clerk.
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Brian Dawson
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Bill Neilson
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Ruth Plowright
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Darcy Timmins
Council will hear from all Candidates at the Council meeting on Thursday, March 17, 2022 at 7:00 p.m. and will select the new Councillor on Thursday, March 24, 2022 – meeting to start at 5:00 p.m.
PUBLIC NOTICE 2022 MUNICIPAL BUDGET PUBLIC MEETING
March 7, 2022 – Notice is hereby given that the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Melancthon will be holding a public budget meeting on Thursday, March 17, 2022 at 6:30 p.m. to consider the 5th draft of the Budget with the intent to adopt the Budget at that meeting.
Written submissions can be emailed to the Clerk at dholmes@melancthontownship.ca or individuals may address Council during the public meeting. Please have written submissions to the Clerk by noon on Thursday, March 10th, 2022 so they can be included in the Agenda package.
Click here for the 2022 Budget that will be considered by Council on March 17, 2022.
During the Budget Public Meeting, Council will also take questions regarding the Final Road Safety Taskforce Report.
2022 Council Vacancy Nominations
Unofficial List
The following people have submitted a Council Vacancy Application for consideration by Council:
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Nancy Malek, 108 Main Street, Melancthon, 519-925-0591, bentertainment@rogers.com (filed February 28, 2022) **Nomination withdrawn on March 11, 2022 at 9:30 a.m.**
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Bill Neilson, 238135 4th Line NE, Melancthon, 519-215-0207, bneilson2879@gmail.com (filed March 7, 2022)
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Darcy Timmins, 437146 4th Line, Melancthon, 519-806-9190, algonquinfleetmanagement1@gmail.com (filed March 9, 2022)
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Brian Dawson, 87 Argyle Street, Melancthon (filed March 9, 2022)
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Ruth Plowright, 193 Main Street, Melancthon, 519-942-6333, srplow@sympatico.ca (filed March 10, 2022)
Nominations will be certified by the Clerk and a final list of nominations will be posted after 2:00 p.m. on Friday, March 11, 2022.
PUBLIC NOTICE – MUNICIPAL COUNCIL VACANCY
TAKE NOTICE THAT a vacancy exists on the Township of Melancthon Council for one (1) Councillor Position. Council has determined that it wishes to fill this vacancy by appointment in accordance with the Township of Melancthon Council Vacancy Procedure.
The term of this position is from the date of the Council appointment for the balance of the Council term until November 14, 2022.
A candidate for municipal office must be a qualified municipal elector as set out in the Municipal Elections Act, 1996. Qualified electors must be:
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18 years of age or older;
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a Canadian citizen
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a resident of the Township of Melancthon, or an owner or tenant of land in the Township or the spouse of such an owner or tenant; and
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not prohibited from voting under any other Act or disqualified from holding municipal office
Any qualified individual may submit, in person with identification, a completed Council Vacancy Application form, along with a signed declaration of qualification, by 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 10, 2022 at the following address, 157101 Highway 10, Melancthon, Ontario.
Inquires regarding the Council Vacancy may be directed to Denise B. Holmes, CAO/Clerk – dholmes@melancthontownship.ca or 519-925-5525, ext. 101.
The Council Vacancy Application Form can be found here or can be picked up from the Municipal Office at the above address.
The approved Council Vacancy Appointment Procedure can be found here.
February 21, 2022 — The Township’s Significant Weather Event declared on February 19, 2022 has ended.
All roads have reopened in the Township with the exception of the 2nd Line SW between County Road 17 and 260 Sideroad, which remains closed until further notice.
TOWNSHIP OF MELANCTHON
DECLARATION OF SIGNIFICANT WEATHER EVENT
Pursuant to s.16.9 of O.Reg. 239/02 as amended
The Township of Melancthon is declaring a Significant Weather Event in respect to blowing snow and reduced visibility, starting at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, February 19, 2022 and continuing until further notice.
Users of the roads in the Township are advised to avoid unnecessary travel.
The Township will issue a public notice when this Significant Weather Event has ended.
Denise B. Holmes, AMCT
CAO/Clerk — Township of Melancthon
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Resignation of Councillor Wayne Hannon
Melancthon, ON (February 15, 2022) The CAO/Clerk of the Corporation of the Township of Melancthon received written notification on February 15, 2022 from Councillor Wayne Hannon of his resignation from Council, effective immediately. The notification indicates the reasons for his decision, which is attached hereto.
The Township of Melancthon wishes to thank Mr. Hannon for his service and dedication to the Township and to the many Boards and Committees he has served on.
Pursuant to the Municipal Act, Council will declare the seat vacant at the next regular meeting of Council.
Contacts:
Denise B. Holmes, AMCT
CAO/Clerk
519-925-5525 x 101
dholmes@melancthontownship.ca
The Township will also be raising the Pan African Flag on Tuesday, February 1, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. with Alethia O’Hara-Stephenson, President & Founder, Dufferin County Canadian Black Association to recognize Black History Month. The Flag will be raised until Tuesday, March 1, 2022.
NOTICE OF PASSING OF ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS BY-LAW 40-2021
The Council of the Township of Melancthon would like to thank those who submitted an entry for its Slogan Contest. The contest which ran until September 30, 2016 was open to Melancthon residents, Council Members and Staff. There were a total of nine slogans received. The slogans were reviewed at the October 6th Committee of the Whole meeting and voted on and the following slogan, submitted by Denise Holmes, was chosen: “Preserving the Past ~ Protecting Your Future”.
