Plans, Reports and Studies

In November 2024, the Council of the Township of Hamilton approved the 2024-2029 Multi-Year Accessibility Plan. This plan describes the measures that the Township of Hamilton has taken in the past and measures those that the Township will undertake in the coming years to identify, remove, and prevent barriers to people with disabilities who use the facilities and services of the Township, including permanent residents, employees, tourists, and other visitors.

The new Multi-Year Plan identifies proposed future initiatives to enhance accessibility in the Township of Hamilton in an effort to make the Township holistically accessible and inclusive.

Read the Multi-Year Accessibility Plan

The Communications Plan supports the Township of Hamilton 2023-2026 Strategic Plan. The priorities for the Plan are designed to enhance communication with the community, with the goal of establishing trust in accuracy and timeliness of information. The priorities, goals and action items foster a well-informed community, support two-way communication, and encourage public participation in municipal business through a strong sense of community connection.

Challenges include limited media options and residents limited access to high-speed internet and digital technology. Challenges are encountered in engaging residents and encouraging local government as a priority.

Development of the Plan included public input, interviews, departmental interviews, and municipal best practices. A working group of Council members, staff, and members of Township of Hamilton Advisory Committees were instrumental in developing this Plan.

Read the 2024-2027 Communications Plan

The Emergency Plan is designed to ensure that all agencies who may become involved in an emergency are fully aware of their respective roles and responsibilities. Additionally, the Plan make provisions to ensure: the earliest possible response to an emergency, the coordination of all actions of agencies involved in an emergency to ensure an efficient response, the manpower and resource capabilities of the Township are understood, and that additional expertise and resources can be called upon if required. The Plan identifies contingencies to ensure the safety of life, property, the environment and the elimination of potential dangers.

Read the complete Emergency Response Plan

The Township of Hamilton’s Parks and Recreation Master Plan is a strategic roadmap that supports the goals of the Township’s broader Strategic Plan. It identifies current and future recreation needs based on trends, demographics, and community input, with a focus on making the most of existing parks and facilities. While the Township primarily supports services delivered by other providers, this Plan emphasizes expanding programming, events, and community use through better coordination and a new Recreation Program/Event Developer staff position. With 129 recommendations and a clear implementation strategy through 2031, the Master Plan aims to enhance quality of life and support healthy, active living across the Township.

Read the complete Parks and Recreation Master Plan