Nicole Guthrie
Declaration of Significant Weather Event - March 30th
March 30th, 2025
Due to ongoing freezing rain conditions, a Significant Weather Event was declared on March 30, 2025 and will remain in effect until further notice.
In accordance with Ontario Regulation 239/02, Minimum Maintenance Standards for Municipal Highways,
The Township of Lanark Highlands is declaring a Significant Weather Event effective from Sunday, March 30, 2025, at approximately 1:15 p.m.
This declaration suspends the standard timelines required for Lanark Highlands to meet their winter maintenance objectives until the significant weather event has ended.
The Lanark Highlands Public Works Department will continue to focus on resident safety, but please note that it may take longer than usual to clear Township roadways.
Residents are encouraged to avoid any unnecessary travel for the duration of the significant weather event. The Township will update residents once the declaration has ended.
For up-to-date weather information, visit the Environment and Natural Resources Weather page
Waste Transfer Sites Closed - March 30th
Due to forecasted weather and ongoing freezing rain, the following waste transfer sites will be closed:
- Snye Road
- Flower Station
- Robertson Lake
McDonald’s Corners will remain open for regular business hours of 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Public Works crews are currently addressing road conditions.
Residents are advised to avoid any unnecessary travel.
Lanark Highlands Welcomes New Manager to the Public Works Team
The Township of Lanark Highlands is pleased to announce the hiring of Kathryn Maton as the new Manager of Public Works. Kathryn brings 17 years of experience in the public and private sectors, with expertise in municipal infrastructure, public works operations, and environmental technology.
Her extensive background includes roles as a GIS Specialist and Senior Environmental Technologist in the private sector, as well as municipal positions with Mississippi Mills, the Town of Perth, and the City of Kingston. Most recently, she served as Supervisor, Public Works – Roads at the City of Kingston, where she led a team of approximately 80 unionized employees, overseeing winter control, asphalt and concrete maintenance, drainage operations, and contract administration.
Kathryn holds several industry certifications, including Certified Engineering Technologist (C.E.T.), Road Construction Senior Inspector (RCSI), and Municipal Infrastructure Contract Administrator (MICA) with the Ontario Association of Technicians and Technologists (OACETT). She also possesses a GIS certificate and a DZ license.
CAO Charbonneau-Dent shared that "throughout the recruitment process, Kathryn’s technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and leadership abilities stood out, along with her passion, adaptability, and integrity. We are confident she will be a valuable addition to our team and look forward to her contributions in ensuring the safe and efficient delivery of public works services for our community."
Ontario Election Information
Ontario Election – February 27, 2025
Key Info:
- Elections Ontario manages the election, not the Town.
- Check, update, or register on the voters list at www.elections.on.ca.
Where & How to Vote:
✅ Early Voting: January 30 – February 26 at Smiths Falls Square, Unit 33 (next to Giant Tiger).
✅ Vote by Mail: Apply online; Elections Ontario must receive your ballot by 6 PM on February 27.
✅ Election Day: February 27, 2025 – Voting locations available after February 14.
Candidates in Lanark-Frontenac-Kingston:
| Candidate Name | Political Party |
|---|---|
| WENDY DILLISTONE-WHITAKER | Ontario Party |
| JOHN JORDAN | PC Party of Ontario |
| JOHN MACRAE | Ontario NDP/NPD |
| DAVID MOTTON | New Blue Party |
| SHANE O'NEILL | Independent |
| ROB RAINER | Ontario Liberal Party |
| MARLENE SPRUYT | Green Party of Ontario GPO |
For details: www.elections.on.ca or call 1-(833) 405-2629.
Lanark Highlands Hires New Treasurer, Rhonda Whitmarsh
Special Council Meeting - October 17th, 2024
PUBLIC NOTICE
SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING
Please be advised that pursuant to section 5.5 of the Procedural By-Law,
Reeve Peter McLaren has called a Special Meeting of the Township Council.
Date: Thursday, October 17th, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.
Lanark Highlands Municipal Office - 75 George Street, Lanark, Ontario
Conference Call Dial-In Number: 1-855-344-7722 or 613-244-1312
Conference ID: 2883824
Closed Session – Staffing
The agenda will be available on the Township’s website at www.lanarkhighlands.ca
For More Information, please contact:
Nicole Guthrie, Clerk
(613) 259 -2398 ext. 231
Amendments to Procedural By-law
The Council of the Corporation of the Township of Lanark Highlands is hereby giving notice that amendments to the Procedural By-Law will be considered at the 22 October 2024 meeting of Council. The purpose being to update various sections of the bylaw to reflect best practises.
The meeting will commence at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at the Administration Building, located at 75 George Street, Lanark. For further information, please contact Nicole Guthrie, Clerk at (613) 259-2398 ext. 231
NOTICE of PUBLIC MEETING TO CONSIDER A ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT FILE NO.: ZA-2024-05 MATUSIAK
TAKE NOTICE THAT, in accordance with the provisions of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, as amended, this notice is to advise that sufficient information has been presented to deem the application being processed under File ZA-2024-05 as complete.
AND THAT the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Lanark Highlands will hold a IN PERSON MEETING as per procedural By-law on Tuesday, September 24th, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. for the purpose of considering a proposed zoning by-law amendment under Section 34 of the Planning Act. If you would like to listen to the meeting, please dial 1-855-344-7722 or 613-244-1312 then enter Conference ID: 2883824. You can participate in person at the Municipal Complex, 75 George Street Lanark ON, to participate in the public meeting. In order to assist the Committee in its review of the proposal, you are requested to provide comments on or before September 24th, 2024 at 4:30pm.
PURPOSE AND EFFECT The purpose of the proposed Zoning By-Law Amendment is to restrict the use of existing buildings and structures from housing livestock. The Amendment does not preclude the establishment of a new livestock facility provided MDS can be met. The application is to satisfy a condition of consent for B23-132 which has conditional approval from Lanark County.
A copy of the written notice of application may be obtained by contacting the undersigned.
DATED at the Township of Lanark Highlands this 20th day of August 2024.
- Suzanne Charbonneau-Dent P.Eng., MPA T: 613-259-2398 ext. 231
- CAO F: 613-259-2291
- Township of Lanark Highlands E:
- 75 George Street W: www.lanarkhighlands.ca
- Lanark, ON, K0G 1K0
Notice of Application #B24 066-068 Fuoco/Tyagley
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