The Manitouwadge Record

Regular Council

May 27, 2026

Who was there

Present (4): Kathy Hudson, Braden Kotyk, Jim Moffat, Tonilynn Ruff

Absent (1): Dave Arola

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 (10 motions)

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

RESOLVED THAT: the Regular Meeting commence at the hour of 7:00 p.m. AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT: Council acknowledges that we are meeting in the Robinson-Superior Treaty area on lands that have been traditionally used by several Indigenous nations, but, we would like to pay special recognition to our closest Indigenous neighbours, the communities of Biigtigong Nishnaabeg and Netmizaaggamig Nishnaabeg First Nations. We wish to recognize the long history of the First Nations and Métispeoples in our region, specifically, and show respect to them today.
Moved by Councillor Braden Kotyk, seconded by Councillor Tonilynn Ruff
Carried
RESOLVED THAT: the agenda be approved as circulated.
Moved by Councillor Kathy Hudson, seconded by Councillor Braden Kotyk
Carried
RESOLVED THAT: the Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting held May 13, 2026, are adopted as circulated.
Moved by Councillor Braden Kotyk, seconded by Councillor Tonilynn Ruff
Carried
RESOLVED THAT: the Minutes of Meetings of the Manitouwadge Public Library Board held April 13, 2026, be accepted as received.
Moved by Councillor Tonilynn Ruff, seconded by Councillor Kathy Hudson
Carried
RESOLVED THAT: Council is in receipt of Administration Report ADM2026-07, submitted by Joleen Keough, CAO/Clerk, regarding Restricted Acts of Council (Lame Duck Periods) during the 2026 Municipal Election; and further, THATCouncil approves the Bylaw to authorize the delegation of authority to the Chief Administrative Officer for certain acts during a “Lame Duck” period. Page 2 of 4
Moved by Councillor Tonilynn Ruff, seconded by Councillor Braden Kotyk
Carried
RESOLVED THAT: Council is in receipt of Administration Report CS2026-03, submitted by Trish Boileau, Director of Community Services, regarding the Oasis Pool; and further, THATCouncil formally discontinues efforts to reopen the outdoor pool and direct administration to:  Declare the outdoor pool permanently closed due to unsustainable capital and operational costs.  Develop options for decommissioning or repurposing the pool area, including cost estimates and potential grant opportunities for alternative recreational amenities.  Communicate the decision to the public, outlining the financial, staffing, and operational factors that make reopening unfeasible.
Moved by Councillor Braden Kotyk, seconded by Councillor Kathy Hudson
Carried
RESOLVED THAT:the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Manitouwadge hereby appoint the following member of Council to serve on the Manitouwadge Recreational Trails Advisory Committee, concurrent with their present term in office:  Councillor Dave Arola
Moved by Councillor Tonilynn Ruff, seconded by Councillor Kathy Hudson
Carried
Being a Bylaw to Authorize the Delegation of Authority to the Chief Administrative Officer for Certain Acts During a “Lame Duck” Period, be read a first and second time. Page 3 of 4 And Furthermore, be read a third time, passed and numbered as Bylaw No. 2026- 17.
Moved by Councillor Kathy Hudson, seconded by Councillor Braden Kotyk
Carried
Being a Bylaw to Confirm the Proceedings of the Council of the Township of Manitouwadge at its Regular meeting held on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, be read a first and second time. And Furthermore, be read a third time, passed and numbered as Bylaw No. 2026- 18.
Moved by Councillor Braden Kotyk, seconded by Councillor Tonilynn Ruff
Carried
RESOLVED THAT: the Regular Meeting adjourn at the hour of 7:20 p.m.
Moved by Councillor Tonilynn Ruff, seconded by Councillor Kathy Hudson
Carried

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