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Our bid / tender opportunities process is one of the many ways the Township of Montague is committed to providing a fair, open, and transparent procurement process. Through these posted opportunities, we are ensuring the Township obtains the best value for goods and services for the taxpayer, protects the Town’s financial interests, and encourages competitive bidding in accordance with applicable treaties such as Canadian Free Trade Agreement and Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement.
This is also public notification that the Township of Montague intends to participate in one or more procurements conducted by Canoe Procurement Group of Canada. For further information and access to the Canoe RFP notices, please visit the Canoe Procurement Portal at https://canoe.bidsandtenders.ca/Module/Tenders/en OR review the provincial designated tendering site. For further information about Canoe, please visit their website at www.canoeprocurement.ca.
CURRENT TENDERS CAN BE ACCESSED BELOW
Effective October 1st, 2022, the Township of Montague will be responsible for septic services for properties located within its jurisdiction. The Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit will continue to oversee applications submitted prior to that date.
Fees:
| APPLICATION | Fee | HST | Total Fee |
| SEWAGE SYSTEM PERMIT - For private sewage systems with flows up to 10,000 litres/day (See Note #1 below) | $721.00 | N/A | $721.00 |
| TERTIARY SEWAGE SYSTEM PERMIT (See Note #2 below) | $798.00 | N/A | $798.00 |
| PERMIT RENEWAL/REVISION - With Site Inspection | $206.00 | N/A | $206.00 |
| PERMIT RENEWAL/REVISION - Without Site Inspection | $62.00 | N/A | $62.00 |
| THIRD PARTY CERTIFICATES | $62.00 | N/A | $62.00 |
| SITE INSPECTIONS - Septic Tank Replacement Only, Alterations, Class 2 & 3 Sewage Systems | $360.00 | N/A | $360.00 |
| MAINTENANCE INSPECTIONS - Minor Variances, Zoning By-laws, Building Renovations, Septic Re-Inspections | $206.00 | N/A | $206.00 |
| SEVERANCE APPLICATION - If an inspection is required | $443.00 | N/A | $443.00 |
| * MULTIPLE SEVERANCES - When more than one application is submitted pertaining to a particular landholding, the fee is $180.00 for each additional application, if submitted at the same time. | |||
| SUBDIVISION PLAN REVIEW - Non-communal Sewage Systems | $200.00/lot up to a maximum fee of $5,000.00 | + 13% HST | |
| FILE SEARCHES | $103.00 | N/A | $103.00 |
These fees include the cost of legal services, review of studies, consultant services, administration, education, and promotional activities.
Note #1: The Ministry of the Environment will be responsible for sewage works where the design capacity is in excess of 10,000 litres/day under the Ontario Water Resources Act.
Note #2: Tertiary Treatment Systems (Level 4 Treatment) are Ecoflo, Eljen, Waterloo Biofilter, ATL, EnviroSeptic, Norweco, and Biomicrobics and require Maintenance Agreements upon installation completion.
Payment Options:
- Cash
- Debit
- Cheque (payable to Township of Montague)
- We do not accept credit cards
Applications and Forms:
The following forms are available for you to complete and submit to the Township Office, along with the applicable fees:
- Application for a Sewage System Maintenance Inspection (commonly used for minor variance and zoning inspections, or prior to sale/purchase of a property with a sewage system)
- Application for Permit to Construct or Demolish (Sewage System and/or Site Inspection application for new or replacement sewage system)
- Fee Schedule
- File Search (for records dating back to 1972)
- Holding Tanks – Pump-out Agreement-Owner’s Undertaking (These are required to be arranged to ensure a holding tank can get pump-out servicing)
- Transfer of Sewage System to New Owner (This form is used when the owners name has changed)
- Information on wells is stored by the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change. You can access it through their website if your well information was submitted.
- Well Record Verification (This is to confirm location and casing depth of an existing well)
- Authorization for an Application for a Sewage System Permit by a Person Other Than The Legal Owner (This form is required if a third party other than the owner is applying for the permit i.e. sewage installer, engineer or agent)
- As Constructed Plan and Backfill Notification Form
- Filter Sand Affidavit
- Septic Stone Affidavit
Contact Information:
Address: Township of Montague, 6457 Roger Stevens Drive, P. O. Box 755, Smiths Falls, Ontario, K7A 4W6
Hours: Monday through Friday from 9:00am until 4:30pm (excluding statutory holidays)
Phone: 613-283-7478 x 270
This is the official website providing information regarding the 2022 Municipal/School Board Elections for the Township of Montague.
Please check back regularly as the website will be updated as new information becomes available.
The next Municipal Elections are Monday, October 24th, 2022.
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(as of October 24, 9:15pm)
| Total Eligible Electors | Total Participation | |
| Montague Township Council - Reeve & Deputy Reeve | 3,391 | 40.2% |
| Upper Canada District School Board - English Public Trustee | 2,994 | 39.4% |
| Catholic District School Board of Eastern Ontario - English Separate Trustee | 256 | 49.6% |
Unofficial List of Candidates (as of 2:00 pm August 19, 2022)
| OFFICE | NAME OF CANDIDATE | QUALIFYING ADDRESS | DATE FILED | CONTACT INFORMATION |
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| REEVE | ||||
| Vince Carroll | 704 Kelly-Jordan Road, Smiths Falls, ON K7A 4S4 | May 6, 2022 | This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. | |
| Pat Dolan - WITHDRAWN August 19, 2022 at 1:44 p.m. | 279 Harper Condie, Smiths Falls, ON K7A 4S6 | August 4, 2022 | This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. | |
| Klaas Van Der Meer | 127 Rainbow Valley Drive, Smiths Falls, ON K7A 5B8 | August 12, 2022 | This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. | |
| Karen (Francis) Jennings | Part Lot 21, Concession 6, Part 3 on 27R-6942 | August 17, 2022 | This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. | |
| DEPUTY REEVE | ||||
| Jeffrey Carroll | 864 Carroll Road, Smiths Falls, ON K7A 4S4 | July 11, 2022 | This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. | |
| David Marion | 4703 Roger Stevens Drive, Smiths Falls, ON K7A 4S6 | August 19, 2022 | This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. | |
| Pat Dolan | 279 Harper Condie Road, Smiths Falls, ON K7A 4S6 | August 19, 2022 | This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. | |
| COUNCILLOR | ||||
| Jim Abbass | 10 Uphill Street, Smiths Falls, ON K7A 4Z9 | August 4, 2022 | This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. | |
| Morgan Kenny | 499 Burchill Road, Merrickville, ON K0G 1N0 | August 10, 2022 | This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. | |
| Gerald Crabtree | 280 Ford Road, Smiths Falls, ON K7A 4S4 | August 18, 2022 | This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. | |
| SCHOOL BOARD ELECTIONS | |||
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| OFFICE | NAME OF CANDIDATE | QUALIFYING ADDRESS | DATE FILED |
| ENGLISH SEPARATE SCHOOL BOARD TRUSTEE (CATHOLIC) | Jennifer Cooney | 3193 Old Perth Road, Mississippi Mills, ON K0A 1A0 | May 20, 2022 |
| Max Benda | 6 McLean Blvd., Perth, ON K7H 2Z3 | August 18, 2022 | |
| ENGLISH PUBLIC SCHOOL BOARD TRUSTEE | William (Bill) MacPherson | 537 Armstrong Road, Perth, ON K7H 4S4 | May 20, 2022 |
| Carole Dufort | 299 Birch Grove Road, Perth, ON K7H 3C5 | August 18, 2022 | |
| FRENCH SEPARATE SCHOOL BOARD TRUSTEE | Diane Burns | 99 Queensborough Road, Tweed, ON K0K 3J0 | June 24, 2022 |
| FRENCH PUBLIC SCHOOL BOARD TRUSTEE | Colette Stitt | 1208 Pembroke Street East, Pembroke, ON K8A 7R7 | July 28, 2022 |
Official List of Candidates and Acclamations
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To run for municipal office you must be nominated and qualify. To be a qualified candidate you must be:
*Despite the above disqualification, MPs, MPPs and Senators may be nominated for municipal office without having to resign their current seat in parliament. However by 2:00 p.m. on August 19, 2022 (Nomination Day), MPs, MPPs and Senators will be required to resign their current seat should they wish to continue to seek municipal office. If you are a federal or provincial cabinet minister, you must step down from cabinet prior to filing your nomination and must resign your seat by the close of nominations.
Minstry of Municipal Affairs and Housing Candidates Guide By-Law 3485-2015 Delegation of Authority By-Law 3633-2018 Amend Delegation of Authority By-Law 3485-2015 By-Law 3672-2018 Council Code of Conduct By-Law 3767-2020 Procedural By-Law 2022 Municipal Election Candidates Introductory Letter Information for Candidates - 2022 Key Dates Notice of Additional Nominations Candidate Campaigning and Campaign Advertising Election Campaign Material Policy Municipal Employee Involvement Policy Use of Corporate Resources Policy
Montague Township is reviewing and updating its Zoning By-Law!
What is a Zoning By-Law?
A Zoning By-Law controls the use of land in your community. It states:
- how land may be used
- where buildings and other structures can be located
- the type of buildings that are permitted and how they may be used
- lot sizes and dimensions, parking requirements, building heights and setbacks
An Official Plan sets out the Township's general land-use policies. The Zoning By-Law puts the plan into effect and provides for the day-to-day administration. The Zoning By-Law contains specific requirements that are legally enforceable. Construction or development that does not comply with a Zoning By-Law is not allowed, and a building permit can be refused.
Why do Municipalities need a Zoning By-Law?
A Zoning By-Law:
- implements the objectives and policies of a municipality's Official Plan
- provides a legal and precise way of managing land use and future development
- protects you from conflicting and possible dangerous land uses
Why are we Reviewing our Zoning By-Law?
The Planning Act requires that municipalities review and update their Zoning By-Law to conform with the Official Plan within 3 years of an Official Plan update.
Jp2g Consultants Inc. was retained by the Township to assist with this project.
How Do I Get Involved?
Opportunities for public input on the Zoning By-Law Review and Update will be provided during the review process. The Planning Act requires that Council hold at least one public meeting to give members of the community an opportunity to ask questions and to discuss possible revisions to the Zoning By-Law.
Draft Zoning By-law Amendment for Open House and Public Meeting
The Draft Zoning By-law amendment can be found here.
The Draft Schedule A can be found here.
The Draft Schedule A1 can be found here.
If you require a paper copy of these documents, please contact the Township Office.
Meetings and Notices
Notice of the Statutory Open House and Public Meeting can be found here.
Documents
The Notice of Decision can be found here
The May 21st Council-approved Zoning By-law can be found here (subject to 20-day appeal period)
The May 21st Council-approved Schedule A can be found here (subject to 20-day appeal period)
The May 21st Council-approved Schedule A-1 can be found here (subject to 20-day appeal period)
The May 7th version of the Draft Zoning By-law can be found here
The May 7th version of Schedule A can be found here
The May 7th version of Schedule A-1 can be found here
Public & Agency Comments can be found here
If you have any questions or comments about any aspect of the Zoning By-law Update, please direct your comments to:
Kirsten Cote
Junior Planner, Township of Montague
613-283-7478 x 260
In 2005, the Ontario Government passed the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act to make Ontario accessible by 2025.
Accessibility standards have been created as part of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. These standards are rules that businesses and organizations in Ontario need to follow to identify, remove and prevent barriers so that people with disabilities have more opportunities to participate in everyday life.
The Accessibility Standard for Customer Service was the first standard to become law.
The next four standards - Information and Communications, Employment, Transportation and the Built Environment (buildings and outdoor spaces) - have been combined under one regulation, the Integrated Accessibility Standards Regulation. This regulation is now law and the requirements currently in the regulation are being phased in between 2011 and 2021.
Statement of Commitment
The Municipality is committed to treating all people in a way that allows them to maintain their dignity and independence. We believe in integration and equal opportunity. We are committed to meeting the needs of people with disabilities in a timely manner, and shall do so by preventing and removing barriers to accessibility and meeting the accessibility requirements under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 .
Accessibility Policy
Our policy describes how the Municipality will meet its obligations under the Integrated Accessibility Standards.
Accessibility Plan
Our plan describes the measures that the Municipality may undertake to identify, remove and prevent barriers so that goods, services, facilities, accommodation, employment, buildings, structures and premises are accessible to persons with disabilities.
If you require information in alternate formats or would like to make a complaint or inquiry regarding the accessibility of our customer service, please contact the Clerk.
Valley Heartland
The Valley Heartland Community Futures Development Corporation offers a variety of services for entrepreneurs starting or expanding their business. They have business loans available up to $250,000 as well as business counselling and workshops to help develop or expand a successful business.
For Inquiries
Website: valleycfdc.com
Phone: 613-283-7002 ext.103.
Small Business Advisory Center
Are you thinking about starting a small business, need help with questions on your existing business? Are you starting a business in the Lanark, Smiths Falls, Perth, Carleton Place, Mississippi Mills area? If so, the Small Business Advisory Centre is here to support you, the entrepreneur!
The Small Business Advisory Centre is an initiative of the Ministry of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade, in partnership with the Town of Smiths Falls and funding support from the County of Lanark and the United Counties of Leeds and Grenville. A business advisor is available (by appointment) to meet with you whether you have questions about starting or growing a small business. The advisory services are free of charge and provide you with the information required to get your business going and keep it running smoothly and profitably. The Centre in the local service provider for programs such as Summer Company and Starter Company Plus and they offer many informative webinars and events throughout the year for businesses. The centre and personnel are very resourceful and can steer you to various other sources for more specialized information, if need.
The Small Business Advisory office provides confidential business advisory services to small business start-ups, as well as on-going support for existing small businesses. They are also a business information source designed to point entrepreneurs in the right direction whether they are just starting out or growing their business.
- Free business consultations (thinking, starting, growing) (Consultations via phone, virtual or in person by prebooked appointment)
- Seminars, Webinars and Events
- Outreach to Communities for consultations
- Business Programs (youth and adults)
Contact for more information:
Cindy James Manager, Small Business Advisory Centre
Smiths Falls/Lanark County/Leeds-Grenville
77 Beckwith Street N. Smiths Falls
Phone: 613-283-0062
Current Population and Dwelling Count
Population Distribution
16.2%
In 2021, 635 children aged 0 to 14 were enumerated in Montague (Township), representing respectively 16.2% of the total population. In comparison, for Canada, the proportion of children was 16.3% in 2021.
64.2%
The working age population (15 to 64) represented 64.2% of the total population. In comparison, for Canada, the proportion of the population aged 15 to 64 was 64.8% in 2021.
19.5%
In 2021, 765 persons aged 65 and over were enumerated in Montague (Township), representing respectively 19.5% of the total population. In comparison, for Canada, the proportion of seniors was 19.0% in 2021.
Labour Force Activity
The Township recently updated their Sale or Other Disposition of Township-Owned Land Policy, noted as By-Law 4060-2024. Schedule "A" to the by-law outlines the procedure, and can be viewed here: Sale or Other Disposition of Township-Owned Land Policy.
Interested in a property? Complete the application form here: Application to Purchase Township-Owned Lands
The Finance/Treasury Department is responsible for the handling of the financial affairs of the Township and ensuring the overall financial well-being of the Township of Montague.
Budget
The Municipality passes an annual budget that consists of two parts, an operating budget, including all the expenditures required to deliver day-to-day Municipal services and the expected revenue (user fees, permits, etc.) and a capital budget which includes one-time expenditures for new or existing major projects or infrastructure (roads, sidewalks, bridges, etc.).
The Municipal budget can be found here: Operating and Capital Budget 2024 The DRAFT Municipal budget for 2024 can be found here: DRAFT 2024 Water & Sewer Budget Document
2024 BUDGETS
2024 DRAFT WATER & SEWER BUDGET
The Municipal budget can be found here: Operating and Capital Budget 2023 The Municipal budget for Water and Wastewater can be found here: Water and Wastewater Budget 2023
2023 BUDGETS
ASSET MANAGEMENT PLAN The Township of Montague's Asset Management Plan can be found here: The Finance/Treasury Department provides the following services:
FINANCIAL REPORTING The Finance Department is responsible to ensure compliance with a variety of legislated reporting requirements. Some of the required reports include the annual Financial Information Returns, annual Financial Statements, etc. 2023's Annual Financial Statements and FIRs can be found by clicking here: 2023 Township of Montague Financial Statements Interested in previous years? Email to receive a copy.
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KAREN JENNINGS, Reeve
Karen sits on the following committees and boards:
- Lanark County OPP Detachment Board
- Airport Commission
- Committee of Adjustment
- County Council
Contact Reeve Jennings by email at or by calling 613-284-3994
JEFFREY CARROLL, Deputy Reeve
Jeff sits on the following committees and boards:
- Recreation Committee Alternate
- Airport Commission
- Committee of Adjustment
- County Council
Contact Deputy Reeve Carroll by email at or by calling 613-323-4121
JIM ABBASS, Councillor
Jim sits on the following committees and boards:
- Recreation Committee
- Committee of Adjustment
- Property Standards
Contact Councillor Abbass by email at or by calling 613-223-5433
GERALD CRABTREE, Councillor
Gerald sits on the following committees and boards:
- Recreation Committee
- Emergency Management Program Committee
Contact Councillor Crabtree by email at or by calling 613-866-1918
TREVOR JOHNSON, Councillor
Trevor sits on the following committees and boards:
- Rideau Valley Conservation Authority
Contact Councillor Johnson by email at or by calling 613-859-7145
DECLARATION OF INTEREST REGISTRY Where a Member of Council or Local Board declares a direct or indirect pecuniary interest in accordance with the Municipal Conflict of Interest Act or a conflict of interest in accordance with the Code of Conduct for Council and Local Boards, the Municipality is required to maintain a registry. The original declaration filed can be viewed at the Municipal Office during regular office hours.
Type of Meeting Date Member Agenda Item General Nature of Interest Committee of the Whole 20-Apr-21 Klaas Van Der Meer RFQ for Custodian Services I hold the custodial services contract Committee of the Whole 06-Apr-21 Ian Streight Roadside Mowing Brother bid the job originally Council 16-Mar-21 Klaas Van Der Meer Custodian Services I hold the custodial services contract Committee of the Whole 16-Feb-21 Klaas Van Der Meer Office Cleaning Contract Renewal I hold the custodial services contract Committee of the Whole 19-Jan-21 Klaas Van Der Meer Road Classification Family members are owners of property on Lorne Street Council 15-Dec-20 Klaas Van Der Meer 4C The Baker family is related to me Council 01-Dec-20 Klaas Van Der Meer Baker Rezoning "Baker Public Meeting" due to his relationship with the family Committee of the Whole 06-Oct-20 Klaas Van Der Meer Contract Service Review Committee of the Whole 02-Jun-20 Klaas Van Der Meer Roads Bylaw Relatives owning property on Lorne Street Council 04-Feb-20 Klaas Van Der Meer 9A - Lorne Street Maintenance Report Buffams are both related to me Council 15-Dec-19 Klaas Van Der Meer 4C The Baker family is related to me Council 03-Dec-19 Ian Streight Rosedale Hall Reno The company (division) I work for is performing some of the work at the hall Council 17-Sep-19 Ian Streight Rosedale Hall Reno Company I work for may be interested in the work Council 03-Sep-19 Ian Streight Rosedale Hall Company I work for may be interested in the work Council 18-Jun-19 Klaas Van Der Meer 3E Mower Purchase I am in the grass cutting business and have in the past cut the grass for Montague Township Council 15-Jun-19 Ian Streight Cannabis Zoning Potential pecuniery intest with this item Council 04-Jun-19 Ian Streight Cannabis Conversation I have an interest in this area Council 21-May-19 Ian Streight Merrickville Fine Rate I live in the effected area concering the rate changes Committee of the Whole 21-May-19 Ian Streight Cannabis Zoning Interest in this area personally, do not want to influence zoning process Council 07-May-19 Ian Streight Item 4A Cannabis I have considerable intesrest in this area which includes zoning changes Council 16-Apr-19 Ian Streight Council Item 3A I have interest in the area, which conflicts with the item being discussed Council 02-Apr-19 Klaas Van Der Meer 7C Rosedale Hall Operations I have contract as custodian for Rosedale Hall Council 02-Apr-19 Ian Streight Cannabis Zoning Vested interest in this item. Committee of the Whole 05-Mar-19 Ian Streight Cannabis Zoning Possible interest in this area Committee of the Whole 19-Feb-19 Ian Streight Cannabis Zoning Investigating possibilities in this field Committee of the Whole 05-Feb-19 Ian Streight Cannabis Zoning I have investigated possible investing into this business Council 18-Dec-18 Ian Streight Public Works Hiring Know someone who is potentially applying
Committees of Council
The Township of Montague Council deems it necessary and desirable to make appointments to various boards, committees and other statutory poistions as per the authoirty set out in the statutes of Ontario.
The Committee of Adjustment consists of three residents of the community and a secretary who is an employee of the Township. The Committee meets whenever there is an application for consideration. The purpose of the Committee is to evaluate and make decisions on minor variances and permit a change of use or extension of non-conforming use. Committee Members Tom May Jim Abbass (Council Member) Gerald Crabtree (Council Member) Karen Jennings (Council Member)
Brian Gibbs
While it is the legislative mandate of the OPP Detachment Board to work with the Detachment Commander to make decisions where appropriate and submit information to the Municipal Councils in other matters in accordance with the Community Safety and Policing Act (CSPA), the purpose of the OPP Detachment Board is to: View the Inaugural Meeting Agenda & Regular Meeting Agenda Package here: April 23, 2025 Inaugural & Regular Meeting Agendas
The MRCC meets on the fourth Thursday of every month at 7pm. The Terms of Reference can be found here: MRCC Terms of Reference Committee Members Jessica Lilley Katie Hammill Kevin Armstrong Kayla McCallum Katherina Khoury Christy Melvin Jim Abbass (Council Member) Gerald Crabtree (Council Member) Jeff Carroll (Council Member-Alternate)
Brandy Attewell
Council operates under a Committee of the Whole Structure whereby Community Services and Corporate Services committee meetings are held the first Wednesday of each month and Economic Development and Public Works committee meetings are held the fourth Wednesday of each month. County Council meets prior to each of the committee meetings at 5p.m. Montague Council Members Next Committee Meeting
Karen Jennings, Reeve (County Councillor)
Jeff Carroll, Deputy Reeve (County Councillor)
The first and fourth Wednesday of each month.
The Merrickville-Wolford Public Library Board is made up of 6 members appointed by the Municipal Council: 5 from Merrickville-Wolford (including one Council member) and 1 from Montague Township. The Public Libraries Act, a provincial statute, designates library boards as governing boards. As such, library boards perform many functions, including the following tasks: **** There are two representatives appointed to the Merrickville Public Library Board. ***** Montague Board Member Olivia Enns Next Board Meeting Please visit the Merrickville Public Library website by clicking here.
What does the Library Board do?
The second Tuesday of every month at 12:30 pm
Smiths Falls Library Board There is one citizen representative appointed to the Smiths Falls Library Board. Montague Board Member Sarrahlynn Martin
Livestock Investigators follow provincial mandates by OMAFA. More information can be found on the Ontario Government Website Contact: Clare Porter - 613-283-4841
Fenceviewers are required per the line fences act, found here: Ontario Line Fences Act To inquiry about a Fenceviewing, please contact Allison Vereyken at or 613-283-7478 ext. 250.
One member of Council is appointed to represent the Township. For more information on the Authority and their activities, please visit their website. Committee Members Trevor Johnson Next Committee Meeting
The fourth Thursday of every month at 6:30pm
COUNCIL POLICIES
Council and Staff Relations Policy
Township of Montague
6547 Roger Stevens Drive
P.O. Box 755
Smiths Falls, ON K7A 4W6
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