Regular Council

THAT the agenda for the June 24, 2026 Regular Council meeting be accepted.

THAT Council receive the report entitled "LiveBarn Streaming Service Installation" as presented; FURTHER THAT Council approve the installation of the LiveBarn video streaming system within the Deseronto Community Recreation Centre; FURTHER THAT Council delegate administrative authority, with a memorandum of understanding, for the operation of the LiveBarn system, including scheduling, blackout requests, user communication, and coordination with LiveBarn, to the Deseronto & District Minor Hockey Association (DDMHA); FURTHER THAT Council direct staff to amend the Town's facility user group agreements and rental procedures to include acknowledgement of the LiveBarn streaming service and establish a process whereby user groups and renters may request that activities be streamed or designated as non-viewable through the LiveBarn platform; AND FURTHER THAT all revenues generated through the LiveBarn program, including referral and promotional revenues, be directed to the Deseronto & District Minor Hockey Association.

THAT the Fire Department Q2 report be moved to Items for Consideration for discussion.

THAT the minutes of the June 10, 2026 Regular meeting of Council be adopted as presented; FURTHER THAT Schedule of Accounts numbered 12-2026 in the amount of $258,822.59 be approved for payment; FURTHER THAT the By-Law Enforcement Services Board report for the month of May 2026 be received; FURTHER THAT the Eastern Ontario Warden's Caucus June 2026 newsetter be received; AND FURTHER THAT the Eastern Ontario Regional Network Cell Gap Report be received.

THAT the Deseronto Fire Department Q2 report be received.

THAT Council receive the Council Remuneration Review Report for information; FURTHER THAT Council approve the implementation of revised Council remuneration for the 2026-2030 term of Council based on the Average of the 25th Percentile and Median/Average comparator methodology as follows:  Mayor/Reeve: $18,161 annually;  Deputy Mayor/Reeve: $14,330 annually;  Councillor: $12,829 annually; FURTHER THAT no health benefit coverage be provided to members of Council during the 2026-2030 term; AND FURTHER THAT the Town continue its current practice of providing additional meeting stipends only for boards, committees, or appointments that have an established honorarium structure approved by Council.

THAT Council receive the report entitled "Municipal Capital Facility Designation Review – 331 Dundas Street"for information; FURTHER THAT after review of the current use of the property located at 331 Dundas Street, Council rescinded By-Law No. 03-2022, which gave the property a Municipal Capital Facility designation. AND FURTHER THAT staff advise the Lennox & Addington County General Hospital of Council's decision and advise them that they will be responsible for the property taxes and property maintenance as of August 1, 2026.

THAT Council receive the verbal presentation from Fire Chief McIlvaney regarding the Mutual Aid agreement with Greater Napanee.

THAT Council adopt the Town of Deseronto Water Financial Plan for the period of 2026-2031, as prepared by Agile Infrastructure; AND FURTHER THAT staff be directed to submit the plan to the Municipal Drinking Water Licensing Program.

THAT staff consult with Hastings County to inquire whether or not they will be doing a group tender for a Closed Meeting Investigator.

WHEREAS oral health is an essential component of overall health and well-being, and access to preventive dental care and oral health education contributes to healthier individuals, families, and communities; AND WHEREAS National Dental Care Day is a Canadian public awareness initiative dedicated to promoting oral health education, preventive care, and equitable access to oral healthcare services, particularly for underserved and vulnerable populations; AND WHEREAS this initiative recognizes the valuable contributions of dentists, dental hygienists, dental assistants, educators, volunteers, and community organizations that work to improve oral healthcare outcomes and support healthier communities; AND WHEREAS increasing awareness about preventive dental care, oral hygiene, and early intervention can help improve long-term health outcomes, reduce barriers to care, and strengthen public health and community wellness initiatives; NOW THEREFORE, the Council of the Town of Deseronto do hereby proclaim October 10, 2026 as “National Dental Care Day” in the Town of Deseronto and encourage residents to recognize the importance of oral health and support initiatives that promote accessible dental care, preventive education, and community wellness.

WHEREAS pregnancy and infant loss affects thousands of Canadian families each year; AND WHEREAS Council would like to help raise awareness, honour babies gone too soon, support bereaved families, reduce the stigma surrounding grief and loss, and encourage compassionate conversations about pregnancy loss, infant loss, stillbirth, and child loss within our communities. THEREFORE the Council of the Town of Deseronto does hereby proclaim October 15, 2026 as “Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Day” and the month of October as "Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month" in the Town of Deseronto.

THAT By-law 27-2026, being a by-law to approve and authorize the execution of a mutual aid agreement between the Town and Greater Napanee for fire protection services, having been read a first, second and third time and number assigned, be finally passed this 24th day of June 2026.

THAT By-law 28-2026, being a by-law to confirm the proceedings of the June 24, 2026 Council meeting, having been read a first, second and third time, be assigned a number and finally passed this 24th day of June 2026..

THAT the June 24, 2026 Regular Council meeting be adjourned.