The Haliburton County Record

Regular Council

June 24, 2026

Who was there

Present (5): Bob Carter, Pat Casey, Walt McKechnie, Cecil Ryall, Lisa Schell

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 (6 motions)

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

That the June 24, 2026 Haliburton County Council Agenda be approved.
Moved by Councillor Bob Carter, seconded by Councillor Lisa Schell
Carried
That staff report CSWB-06-2026 - Community Safety & Well-Being June 2026 Status Update be received as information.
Moved by Councillor Bob Carter, seconded by Councillor Pat Casey
Carried
That report PLN-09-2026 be received for information.
Moved by Mayor Walt, seconded by Councillor Cecil Ryall
Carried
WHEREAS 100.9 & 97.1 Canoe FM operates as a vital, volunteer-driven, and not-for-profit community radio station serving the residents and seasonal visitors of the Haliburton Highlands; and WHEREAS Canoe FM relies on more than 120 dedicated local volunteers who give their time, voices, and energy to connect families with the community, entertain, promote local businesses and services, celebrate local musical talent, and share essential stories across our region; and WHEREAS the station acts as an invaluable public service by broadcasting local news, promoting community events, and supporting the cultural, social and economic vitality of Haliburton County by sharing radio bingo proceeds and raising awareness; and WHEREAS the annual Canoe FM Radiothon serves as a cornerstone fundraising event that allows the community to come together to support and sustain independent local broadcasting; and WHEREAS municipal leadership recognizes the profound impact that community-oriented media has on fostering civic pride and keeping our citizens informed and connected; NOW THEREFORE, I, Dave Burton, Warden of the County of Haliburton, do hereby proclaim July 4, 2026, as "Canoe FM Day" in Haliburton County, and encourage all residents to celebrate the voices of our neighbours, recognize the invaluable efforts of its volunteers, and support our community radio station.
Moved by Councillor Bob Carter, seconded by Councillor Pat Casey
Carried
That By-law 4352 Being a by-law to delegate Council’s authority to the Chief Administrative Officer for the period of nomination day to election day (August 21, 2026 to October 26, 2026)
Moved by Councillor Bob Carter, seconded by Councillor Cecil Ryall
Carried
That the June 24, 2026 meeting of Haliburton County Council be adjourned. at 10:05 am
Moved by Mayor Walt, seconded by Councillor Cecil Ryall
Carried

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