The LASHA 2025 Annual General Meeting was held on Saturday October 25^th at the Lafontaine Community Centre with 19 members and guests in attendance.

Chuck Stradling opened the meeting introducing the Board members and special guests. He then handed the meeting over to Chair John Jamieson.

Don Nowak referred to the previously circulated report and gave a brief overview of the 2024 financials. He reported that total revenue for our fiscal year 2024 was $9,486.14 and total expenses were $7,615.61. As of December 31st, 2024, the total amount on deposit at the CIBC in Midland was $1,870.53.

He noted that the major expense was $3,313.45 for the welcome sign on Lafontaine Road West which was installed in September 2024.

Chuck Stradling recognized the retiring Board members.

John Jamieson – 7 years

Janice Murton – 7 years

Don Nowak – 10 years

Belinda Neudoerffer – 5 years

He advised that certificates of appreciation will be presented at the first meeting of the Board following the AGM.

Director Brian Holt then presented Chuck Stradling with a plaque that reads:

“To Chuck Stradling. As the Founder & President of LASHA we thank you for your leadership and commitment you have provided in support of the Lafontaine Areas Homeowners Association. Your loyalty to LASHA and our community is acknowledged and appreciated.”

Prior to presenting the slate for 2026, J. Jamieson advised that no other members had stepped forward to serve on the Board.

J. Jamieson put forward the following slate of Directors for 2026

Brian Holt

Carol Burton

Frank Klemenchuk

Rudy Limberger

It was noted that the current Board members will stay in place until Dec.31st to ensure a smooth transition.

Chuck Stradling referred to his previously circulated report and highlighted some of LASHA’s key achievements. Specifically, road paving, speed control and the welcome sign at the top of the Concession 16 hill. He also noted that LASHA will need to focus on ensuring that a new, qualified and responsive municipal council is elected in 2026.

He thanked those in attendance for their support and taking the time to attend the AGM.

Guest Presentations

Paul Cowley – President – Federation of Tiny Township Shoreline Associations (FoTTSA)

Mr. Cowley gave a brief outline of what FoTTSA was all about noting that four new associations have recently joined. These association are located along the designate shoreline area of Tiny and focuses primarily on the environment. Their primary initiative was protection of the purest water in the world under threat by gravel excavations in East Tiny. He noted that the current council has been the most difficult they have ever had to deal with and, with the exception of one councillor, they have no interest in the opinions of the taxpayers. Numerous deputations have been presented with absolutely no questions and just received as information. He suggested that until a new council is elected in October 2026 there is little that can be done to halt the construction of the new admin. bldg. Although protests will continue in an attempt to slow progress so that minimum expense is incurred. The other key issue is the shoreline protection bylaw. Although the initial intent was with merit, the

resulting bylaw is far too overreaching and impractical. Even after public input council refuses to listen to reason. FoTTSA and several taxpayers have filed objections with the Ontario Land Tribunal with hearings now scheduled in the new year. FoTTSA is establishing a Community Action Fund to address this and other issues that might arise. He estimates the shoreline bylaw issue alone could cost upwards of $250 K. for legal and professional services.

C. Stradling noted that FoTTSA is an association of 25 associations and does not have individual memberships. LASHA pays FoTTSA an annual fee based on the number of households represented which is currently stands at 120. Mr. Cowley noted that increasing the annual fee by $5.00 would only generate around $10 K. The bulk of their revenue comes from advertising in the twice-yearly Tiny Cottager that is mailed to all residents of Tiny and the monthly FoTTSA Flash.

Nancy Bryant – Tiny Township Residents Alliance (TTRA)

Ms. Bryant gave a brief overview of the TTRA noting that, unlike FoTTSA, it is made up of individual resident throughout the complete geographical area of Tiny. There is no cost to become a member. They are primarily focused on the New Admin. Bldg. and property tax issues as well as developing a recommended candidate list for the upcoming Municipal Elections in October 2026.

She noted that a priority will be getting the word out to seasonal property owners that they can vote in the Tiny Municipal elections as well as their full time residence municipality. As well, that 2026 will be the first time that residents can vote on-line.

The TTRA is a member and supporter of the Property Taxpayers Alliance of Ontario demanding budget transparency and the efficient and effective use of our hard-earned property tax dollars.

Open Discussion

J. Jamieson opened discussion noting the installation of the new Welcome sign on the 16^th Concession and the number of people stopping to take pictures in front of it. He noted that there could be additional messaging could be affixed to the sign addressing seasonal events etc. and requested input.

Other topics of discussion included the Shoreline By-law issue, STR’S, the new municipal building, municipal election 2026 and taxes.

The meeting adjourned at 11:30 am.

Your New Board

On November 5th, the new board of directors met with the existing members and elected the new officers.

Chair – Brian Holt

Treasurer – Frank Klemenchuk

Secretary – Carol Burton

Director, Communications – Rudy Limberger

LASHA is seeking at least one additional Board member for the 2026 term.

New LASHA Website

The new website has been launched and will function as a LASHA community hub. We appreciate your patience since it is still under construction with great new features to be added over the next several months. It now features a member only area for which you will be asked to set up your own personal password. Make sure to check it out regularly to see what is happening. Also, if you have suggestions on features you would like to see let us know through the contact form. https://mylasha.com/

2026 LASHA Fee Invoices on the Way

The 2026 invoices are currently being sent out with no changes to the fees since 2017. Your prompt payment will be greatly appreciated.

Business Directory

Danielle Dorion – Revel (Buy or sell your property)705-528-3133/705-427- 3456

http://www.georgianbaydreamteam.com

Dave and Christie Dunn – Dunn Family Yard Maintenance – (Yard Maintenance Services) 705-528-4232 Facebook Page

Bobbie Dupuis – ReMax Georgian Bay – (Buy or sell your property) 705-529-9754 bobbiedupuis.georgianbayproperties.com

Martin Goicoechea – Sails Café – 73 Main Street Penetanguishene – 705.881.1425

Matt Micek – MRPM- residential lawncare, tree trimming, eavestrough maintenance, snowplowing, yard cleanups and more…. 705- 920-4800

Christine Marshall – “The Romance of Nature” Studio & Gallery

705-533-2731 www.wildlifegallery.ca

Kathleen Murton – “The Tiny Hub” Restaurant (all day breakfast and seasonally inspired lunches in a LCBO licensed space) 705-533-3949 Tiny Hub Facebook

Matt and Danielle Nimeth – N3 Carpentry (Custom Interior & Exterior Carpentry) 905-246-5206 https://n3carpentry.com/N3 Carpentry

Brandon Renault – Liahona Insurance & Wealth Creation Inc. “Protecting your Life, Business, Family & Wealth” 705-427-2006 Liahonainsurance.ca