The Saugeen Shores Record

Council Meeting - Regular

September 14, 2026

Who was there

Present (8): John Divinski, Justin Duhaime, Cheryl Grace, Bud Halpin, Diane Huber, Mike Myatt, Dave Myette, Rachel Stack

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 (15 motions)

15 carried, 0 recorded otherwise. Every motion below is printed as the minutes print it.

That Council adopt the minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of August 24, 2026, as presented.
Moved by M. Myatt, seconded by R. Stack
Carried
That Council approve the 2025 Financial Statements.
Moved by M. Myatt, seconded by D. Myette
Carried
That Council receive the Municipal Healthcare Regional and Intergovernmental Alignment report for information.
Moved by R. Stack, seconded by B. Halpin
Carried
That Council move into a Closed to Public Session in accordance with Section 239 of the Municipal Act, 2001, to consider the following: Item 10.2. Adoption of Closed to Public Minutes of August 10, 2026; and, Item 10.3.1 553 Goderich Street Encampment Section 239(2)(f) Advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose; and, Item 10.3.2 Town v. 2706913 Ontario Inc. (CCV) Section 239(2)(f) advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose; and, Item 10.3.3 Innovation Park Update Section 239(2)(c) a proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the municipality or local board.
Moved by C. Grace, seconded by J. Divinski
Carried
That Council arise from the Closed to Public Session and resume the Regular Council Meeting.
Moved by R. Stack, seconded by C. Grace
Carried
That Items 12.1 through 12.4 be approved and received for information.
Moved by R. Stack, seconded by C. Grace
Carried
That Council support Item 12.4.2 County of Peterborough Resolution 129-2026 - Request for Provincial Action on the Accuracy of Municipal Voters List.
Moved by D. Huber, seconded by J. Divinski
Carried
That Council support Item 12.4.3 Mississauga Resolution - Support for Shelters Housing Woman and Children Experiencing Partner Violence.
Moved by D. Huber, seconded by C. Grace
Carried
That Council support Item 12.4.13 Town of Whitby Resolution 166-26 Review of the OLT and Enhancing Deference to Municipal Planning Decisions.
Moved by C. Grace, seconded by R. Stack
Carried
That Council amend the recommendation to strike out ' Whereas Council believes the current location of the SOUTH sign does not align with the objectives of the High Street reconstruction;' and; That Council amend the final paragraph to strike out 'alternate.'
Moved by J. Divinski, seconded by B. Halpin
Carried
Council greatly values the contributions of the Southampton BIA to support Southampton businesses, and the community; and Whereas Council supports the Southampton community’s desire to maintain downtown Southampton’s traditional character, and THEREFORE, the Council of the Town of Saugeen Shores directs staff to engage the Southampton BIA and the public to find an appropriate location, and to report back to Council.
Moved by C. Grace, seconded by D. Huber
Carried
the Town of Saugeen Shores Council has adopted a Public Facilities Naming Policy that permits the naming of parks and other municipal facilities after an individuals with a historical connection to the site; and, Whereas Mr. Ray Fenton, as President of Port Elgin Farms Ltd., the former owner of the Bluewater Lands dedicated the parkland through the Plan of Subdivision that will comprise the Bluewater Lands Neighbourhood Park; and, Whereas Mr. Fenton's contributions to the community as an educator, principal, business leader, developer, mentor, and philanthropist have had a significant and lasting impact on Saugeen Shores; and, Whereas Mr. Fenton has provided consent to the use of his name for the purpose of naming the Bluewater Lands Neighbourhood Park; and, Whereas Council is the approving authority for the naming of public facilities. Now therefore be it resolved that Council approve the naming of the Bluewater Lands Neighbourhood Park as Fenton Park.
Moved by D. Myette, seconded by D. Huber
Carried
That By-laws 86-2026 and 87-2026 are hereby read, passed, and sealed this 14 th day of September, 2026.
Moved by B. Halpin, seconded by D. Huber
Carried
That By-law 88-2026 being a By-law to confirm the proceedings of the Council of the Town of Saugeen Shores is hereby read, passed, and sealed this 14th day of September, 2026.
Moved by R. Stack, seconded by J. Divinski
Carried
That this Regular Council meeting of September 14, 2026, hereby adjourns at 9:45 p.m.
Moved by R. Stack, seconded by C. Grace
Carried

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