Special Council Meeting

That Goderich Town Council hereby unanimously consents to discussing and considering the following at the December 15, 2025, Special Council meeting at 4 PM. 1) 2026 Draft Fee By-Law 2) Cycling Without Age Program 3) Donation Policy 4) A Look Ahead to 2026 5) 2026 Proposed Fees 6) By-Law 167 of 2025 to set fees for 2026 7) 2025 Salt and Harvest Festival Report 8) Goderich Heritage Enhancement Fund

That the Town of Goderich Council hereby accepts the December 15, 2025, Special Council Agenda, as presented.

That Goderich Town Council enters a Public Meeting at 4:01 PM to consider the 2026 Draft Fee By-Law.

That Goderich Town Council now adjourns the Public Meeting and returns to Regular Session of Council at 4:20 PM.

That the Staff Reports be received for information and the noted action be approved.

That Goderich Town Council approves the like for like replacement of two HVAC units for the Community Hall portion and lobby heating, as well as repairs to remedy the current plumbing issues for a cost up to $148,000 with funding to be provided by the Recreation Reserve Fund; And That a competitive procurement process be followed for the project, led by Goderich Memorial Community Centre Committee, and in consultation with Town staff.

That Goderich Town Council supports the capital projects provided by staff and refers the items to the 2026 Mayor's budget with the following recommended changes: Removal of the automated washroom Removal of the splash pad Addition of North Harbour stairs in the amount of $700,000.00, contingent on grant approval.

That Goderich Town Council proceed with approval of $25,000 for 2026 pre-budget approval only for those items requiring deposits prior to the budget approval, being the bands for entertainment and the petting zoo; And That, in future years Council be presented with a pre-budget for consideration.

That Schedule K be amended to reflect a bingo licence fee of 1.5% of prizes from 3%; And That Schedule N be amended to reflect the Non-Resident seasonal permit fee be raised from $65.00 to $70.00.

That By-Law 167 of 2025, be read a first, second, third time and finally passed, as amended.

That Goderich Town Council approve the grant application for 90 St. Patrick Street and approve the grant under the Goderich Heritage Enhancement Fund in compliance with the criteria outlined in the By-Law.

That leave be given to introduce By-Law No. 172 of 2025 being a By-Law to confirm the proceedings of the Goderich Town Council meeting held on December 15, 2025, and that it now be read a first, second and third time, and finally passed this 15th day of December 2025.

That Goderich Town Council does adjourn at 6:24 PM to meet again at the regular meeting of Council scheduled for January 12, 2026, at 4 PM.

That Goderich Town Council supports the capital projects provided by staff and refers the items to the 2026 Mayor's budget with the following recommended changes: 1. Removal of the automated washroom 2. Removal of the splash pad 3. Addition of North Harbour stairs in the amount of $700,000.00, contingent on grant approval.