The Corporation of the Town of Essex

Regular Council Meeting Minutes

Monday, August 12, 2024 at 6:00 P.m. - 9:00 P.m.

Location: Essex Municipal Building, 33 Talbot Street South and by livestream at https://www.youtube.com/user/EssexOntario

Present:

• Mayor Sherry Bondy
• Deputy Mayor Rob Shepley
• Ward 1 Councillor Joe Garon
• Ward 1 Councillor Katie McGuire-Blais
• Ward 2 Councillor Kim Verbeek
• Ward 3 Councillor Brad Allard
• Ward 3 Councillor Jason Matyi
• Ward 4 Councillor Rodney Hammond

Also Present:

• Doug Sweet, Chief Administrative Officer
• Jake Morassut, Director, Community Services
• Kate Giurissevich, Director, Corporate Services
• Lori Chadwick, Director, Development Services
• Kevin Girard, Director, Infrastructure Services
• Shelley Brown, Deputy Clerk, Legal and Legislative Services
• Colin Pyne, Youth Council Member
• Lauryn Smith, Youth Council Member
• Cassandra Roy, Legislative Clerk
• Rita Jabbour, Manager, Planning Services
• Kevin Carter, Manager, Building Services/Chief Building Official
• Mike Diemer, By-Law Enforcement Officer
• David McBeth, Manager, Capital Works & Asset Management
• Rob Mackie, Manager, Environmental Services
• Erica Tilley, Assistant Manager, Capital Works & Asset Management

​Accessible formats or communication supports are available upon request. Please contact the Clerk’s Office at [email protected] or 519-776-7336 extension 1100 or 1101.

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1.

Call to Order

Mayor Bondy called the meeting to order at 6:00 PM.

2.

Land Acknowledgement

We acknowledge that this land is the traditional territory of the Three Fires Confederacy of First Nations (comprised of the Ojibway, the Odawa, and the Potawatomi Peoples), and of the Huron-Wendat Peoples. We value the significant historical and contemporary contributions of local and regional First Nations and all of the Original Peoples of Turtle Island who have been living and working on the land from time immemorial.

3.

National Anthem

Moment of Silence

• A moment of silence was observed in honour of the recent passing of Councillor Patrick "Paddy" Bryne of Lakeshore and Jaida Chartier the daughter of Essex firefighter Brandon Chartier.

4.

Closed Meeting Report

5.

Declarations of Conflict of Interest

There were no declarations of conflict of interest noted at this time.

6.

Adoption of Published Agenda

6.1

Regular Council Meeting Agenda for August 12, 2024

• R24-08-320
  Moved By Councillor Garon
  Seconded By Councillor Matyi

  That the published agenda for the August 12, 2024 Regular Council Meeting be adopted as presented.

  Carried

7.

Adoption of Minutes

7.1

Regular Council Meeting Minutes for July 15, 2024

• R24-08-321
  Moved By Deputy Mayor Shepley
  Seconded By Councillor Allard

  That the minutes of the Regular Council Meeting held July 15, 2024 be adopted as circulated.

  Carried

7.2

Special Council Meeting Minutes for May 21, 2024

RE: Amendments respecting Housing Regulations

• R24-08-322
  Moved By Councillor Matyi
  Seconded By Councillor Hammond

  That the minutes of the Special Council Meeting held May 21, 2024 be adopted as circulated.

  Carried

7.3

Special Council Meeting Minutes for June 10, 2024

RE: Committee of the Whole

• R24-08-323
  Moved By Councillor Verbeek
  Seconded By Deputy Mayor Shepley

  That the minutes of the Special Council Meeting held June 10, 2024 be adopted as circulated.

  Carried

7.4

Special Council Meeting Minutes for June 17, 2024

RE: Water and Wastewater Study

• R24-08-324
  Moved By Deputy Mayor Shepley
  Seconded By Councillor Hammond

  That the minutes of the Special Council Meeting held June 17, 2024 be adopted as circulated.

  Carried

8.

Public Presentations

8.1

Carmen White

RE: Domestic Chickens

Carmen White explained a new pilot program that could be implemented in the community to benefit residents and create revenue for the Town by allowing residents in Town to have urban domestic chickens. She stated that there are many benefits of chickens, and their companionship can support positive emotional and mental health. She explained that the Town could generate income by providing a permit process with safety measures such as providing proof of vaccinations and providing proof of adequate housing which would include yearly inspections.

Kevin Carter, Manager, Chief Building Official, stated that there is a by-law restricting chickens (livestock) in certain zoning districts that includes residential areas.

Lori Chadwick, Director, Infrastructure Services clarified that although chickens are restricted in urban areas, they are permitted in Pleasant Valley which is a residential district in the Town.

A motion to direct Administration to prepare a report regarding domestic chickens was brought forth and subsequently failed. 

• R24-08-325
  Moved By Deputy Mayor Shepley
  Seconded By Councillor Garon

  That the delegation by Carmen White regarding domestic chickens be received.

  Carried

8.1.1

Correspondence from Lorraine Geelen

RE: Domestic Chickens

9.

Unfinished Business

10.

Reports from Administration

10.1

Building and By-law Enforcement-2024-04

RE: Bi-Annual By-Law Enforcement Report

Mike Diemer, By-Law Enforcement Officer stated that the purpose of the report was to illustrate the enforcement conducted amongst various municipal by-laws between January and June 2024. He stated that a total of 316 issues were reported, and 298 issues were resolved, with the remaining 18 issues being actively investigated. He further explained the method of complaints and stated that property standards had the most violations reported. He noted that the property standards by-law has a wide range of offences; however, the main offences consist of tall grass/weeds and exterior property debris.

Kevin Carter, Manager, Chief Building Inspector, highlighted that By-Law enforcement in the Town has been proactive by 251 percent.

• R24-08-326
  Moved By Deputy Mayor Shepley
  Seconded By Councillor Verbeek

  That Building and By-Law Enforcement Report-2024-04 entitled Bi-Annual By-Law Enforcement Report prepared by Mike Diemer, By-Law/Property Standards Officer dated August 12, 2024, be received for information.

  Carried

10.2

Community Services-2024-32

RE: Revised Lease Agreement with Chittle Sports Academy at the Essex Centre Sports Complex

Jake Morassut, Director, Community Services, stated that this revised lease agreement eliminates Defined Fitness, extends the length of the lease term to a three-year lease with the option to extend another three years, removes the 20 feet that Essex 73's currently utilize, increases the cost per square foot to $6 and each September an increase in the lease based on the Consumer Price Index will be imposed.

Director Morassut stated that Administration discussed various concerns with representatives from the Essex 73's that were not listed in the lease agreement as they were operational in nature or did not pertain to Chittle Sports Academy's lease agreement. He noted that Administration felt that it would not be fair to restrict Chittle Sports Academy from operating their business during the Essex 73's games. Chittle Sports Academy has agreed to permit a 5-foot walk space to allow the Essex 73's to transport their equipment.

Pat Chittle, on behalf of Chittle Sport Academy, explained that he fully supports the Essex 73's and there will be no denial of access however, the stated request for blackout times is not realistic especially during a practice night. He stated that he wants to help support the success of both organizations.

Council discussed the particulars of the agreement and expressed concerns that both parties were not in complete agreement.

• R24-08-327
  Moved By Deputy Mayor Shepley
  Seconded By Councillor Hammond

  That Community Services Report-2024-32 entitled Revised Lease Agreement with Chittle Sports Academy at the Essex Centre Sports Complex prepared by Jake Morassut, Director, Community Services dated August 12, 2024, be received; and

  That the lease of the storage rooms by Chittle Sports Academy at the Essex Centre Sports Complex be extended for a period of 60 days; and

  That the lease for workout space at the Essex Centre Sports Complex with Pat Chittle, operating as Chittle Sports Academy, to operate within the Libro Rink Hallway be deferred to allow for additional time for all parties to further communicate and agree on the terms of the lease.

  Carried
• R24-08-328
  Moved By Deputy Mayor Shepley
  Seconded By Councillor Matyi

  That Council accept the delegation from the floor by Patrick Chittle, Chittle Sports Academy.

  Carried

10.2.1

Delegation - Kris Wojnarowki, Essex 73's Junior Hockey

Kris Wojnarowki, Essex 73's Junior Hockey explained that he is opposed to a full-time business operating in the Essex Centre Sports Complex hallway. He noted that the Essex 73's have met with the Town and Chittle Sports Academy regarding this agreement and their concerns were not addressed in the lease agreement. He explained that they requested Chittle Sports Academy to be responsible in full for the cost of the construction of the proposed wall, have keys to access the hallway, have a fully operational camera within its area and access to 5 feet through that hallway for game days and practices. Essex 73's additional requested that Chittle Sports Academy does not conduct business one hour prior to the Essex 73's game until one hour after the conclusion of a game and 30 minutes prior to a practice until 30 minutes after the conclusion of the practice.

10.3

Planning-2024-21

RE: Heritage Designation for Various Properties within the Town of Essex

Rita Jabbour, Manager, Planning Services presented the by-laws of the various properties in the Town of Essex that Councill authorized the Notice of Intention to Designate at the Regular Council Meeting of June 17, 2024.

• R24-08-329
  Moved By Councillor Garon
  Seconded By Councillor McGuire-Blais

  That Planning Report-2024-21 entitled Heritage Designation for Various Properties within the Town of Essex prepared by Rita Jabbour, RPP, Manager, Planning Services dated August 12, 2024, be received.

  Carried
• R24-08-330
  Moved By Deputy Mayor Shepley
  Seconded By Councillor Garon

  That By-Law Number 2354, being a By-Law to designate the property municipally known as 49 Talbot Street South (Essex United Church in Essex Centre) under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act as a property of cultural heritage value or interest, be read a first and a second time and be provisionally adopted on August 12, 2024.

  Carried
• R24-08-331
  Moved By Councillor Hammond
  Seconded By Councillor Garon

  That By-Law Number 2358, being a By-Law to designate the property municipally known as 103 King Street West (John McIntyre’s Harness Shop in Harrow) under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act as a property of cultural heritage value or interest, be read a first and a second time and be provisionally adopted on August 12, 2024.

  Carried
• R24-08-332
  Moved By Deputy Mayor Shepley
  Seconded By Councillor Verbeek

  That the following By-Laws, being By-Laws to designate certain properties within the Town of Essex under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act as properties of cultural heritage value or interest, be read a first, second and third time and finally passed on August 12, 2024:

  1. By-Law Number 2350, being a By-Law to designate the property municipally known as 190 Bagot Street (Christ Church in Colchester)
  2. By-Law Number 2351, being a By-Law to designate the property municipally known as 0 Sullivan Street (Christ Church Cemetery in Colchester)
  3. By-Law Number 2352, being a By-Law to designate the property municipally known as 179 County Road 50 (John Snider House)
  4. By-Law Number 2353, being a By-Law to designate the property municipally known as 120 Talbot Street North (Grace Baptist Church in Essex)
  5. By-Law Number 2355, being a By-Law to designate the property municipally known as 54 Talbot Street South (Dr. Robert B. Potts House in Essex Centre)
  6. By-Law Number 2356, being a By-Law to designate the property municipally known as 138 Albert Street (Charles Roberts House in Essex Centre)
  7. By-Law Number 2357, being a By-Law to designate the property municipally known as 0 County Road 12 (African Methodist Episcopal/New Canaan Cemetery)
  8. By-Law Number 2359, being a By-Law to designate the property municipally known as 4005 County Road 11 (Central Grove African Methodist Episcopal Church)
  9. By-Law Number 2360, being a By-Law to designate the property municipally known as 11 King Street West (E.F. Darby’s Drugstore in Harrow)
  10. By-Law Number 2361, being a By-Law to designate the property municipally known as 3 King Street west (John McAfee’s General Store in Harrow)
  11. By-Law Number 2362, being a By-Law to designate the property municipally known as 44 King Street East (Former Harrow Municipal Building)
  Carried

10.4

Planning-2024-20

RE: Request for Notice of Intention to Designate for Various Properties within the Town of Essex

Rita Jabbour, Manager, Planning Services presented an overview of a new list of various properties in the Town of Essex eligible for Heritage Designation and noted the properties historical/associative value and contextual value.

Mayor Bondy left the meeting during the presentation at 7:41 PM and returned at 7:43 PM.

Councillor McGuire-Blais requested that a report from Administration regarding this property be brought back for Council's consideration. 

Director Chadwick advised that, if possible, Administration would disclose a copy of the engineering report regarding the structural integrity of the building. Director Chadwick further advised that Administration will provide the notice to evict and information on the heritage review which will outline the benefits of Heritage Designation.

Council deferred the decision to designate the property at 18 Talbot Street North (Imperial Bank of Canada).

• R24-08-333
  Moved By Councillor McGuire-Blais
  Seconded By Councillor Allard

  That Planning Report-2024-20 entitled Request for Notice of Intention to Designate for Various Properties within the Town of Essex prepared by Rita Jabbour, RPP, Manager, Planning Services dated August 12, 2024 be received;

  That Council defer the decision to designate Item 2. - 18 Talbot Street North (Imperial Bank of Canada); and

  That Council authorize the ‘Notice of Intention to Designate’ in accordance with Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act for the properties municipally known as:

  1. 400 County Road 13 (Klie Farm)

  3. 94 Talbot Street South (Arthur Raines House)

  4. 98 Talbot Street South (Essex United Church Manse)

  5.102 Talbot Street South (Victorian House)

  6. 21 King Street East (Robert Heaton Building)

  7. 22 King Street West (I.O.O.F. Building)

  8. 314 Queen Street (Station Master’s House)

  9. 0 County Road 11 (Gilgal Cemetery)

  10. 0 Ferriss Road (Ferriss Cemetery)

  Carried

10.5

Drainage-2024-06

RE: Appointment of an Engineer under Section 78 and 76 of the Drainage Act to review the 4th Concession Road Drain South Side

• R24-08-334
  Moved By Councillor McGuire-Blais
  Seconded By Councillor Verbeek

  That Drainage Report-2024-06 entitled Appointment of an Engineer under Section 78 and 76 of the Drainage Act to review the 4th Concession Road Drain South Side prepared by Lindsay Dean, Drainage Superintendent dated August 12, 2024, be received; and

  That Council appoint R. Dobbin Engineering Inc. under Section 78 and 76 of the Drainage Act to review the 4^th Concession Road Drain South Side.

  Carried

10.6

Environmental Services-2024-04

RE: Harrow-Colchester Water Supply Model Results

• R24-08-335
  Moved By Deputy Mayor Shepley
  Seconded By Councillor Matyi

  That Environmental Services Report-2024-04 entitled, Harrow-Colchester South Water Supply System Model Results prepared by Rob Mackie, Manager, Environmental Services August 12, 2024, be received for information.

  Carried

10.7

Environmental Services-2024-05

RE: Lakeshore-Essex Fringe Sanitary Servicing Study

• R24-08-336
  Moved By Deputy Mayor Shepley
  Seconded By Councillor Garon

  That Environmental Services Report-2024-05 entitled, Lakeshore-Essex Fringe Sanitary Servicing Study prepared by Kevin Girard, Director, Infrastructure Services dated August 12, 2024 be received; and

  That Council appoint Stantec Consulting Ltd. to provide engineering services to complete the feasibility study to service the Essex Fringe area of the Municipality of Lakeshore with wastewater servicing in accordance with the completed request under Section 22 of the Town of Essex Procurement By-Law 2129 for a total cost of $27,500 including non-refundable HST, to be paid for fully by the Municipality of Lakeshore.

  Carried

10.8

Capital Works and Asset Management-2024-10

RE: Trees in Developments and Tree Request Policy

David McBeth, Manager, Capital Works and Asset Management, proposed amendments to the Development Standards Manual which includes allowing trees every 12 metres rather than one tree per lot, having the Town of Essex be responsible for planting trees rather than the developer, and having the developers pay a “per tree” rate to the Town of Essex. He advised that Council direct Administration to prepare a policy which will be presented at the next Regular Council Meeting held on September 3, 2024.

• R24-08-337
  Moved By Councillor Allard
  Seconded By Councillor McGuire-Blais

  That Capital Works and Asset Management Report-2024-10 entitled Trees in Developments and Tree Request Policy prepared by David McBeth, Manager, Capital Work and Asset Management dated August 12, 2024 be received; and

  That Council approve the following changes effective immediately, to the Development Standards Manual regarding trees in new developments, which will be updated in the next iteration of the manual:

  • Change the requirement from 1 tree per lot to trees being planted every 12m along each side of the right of way.
  • Add that the Town of Essex will take over the responsibility for planting the trees in new developments.
  • Add that the developers are to pay (by cash or cheque) for the number of trees required by the annual average tree price rounded to the nearest $25, including non-refundable Harmonized Sales Tax ($1,050 per tree in 2024) to the Town of Essex at the time of submission of development securities.

  That Council direct Administration to create a Tree Planting Request Policy for residents looking for a tree to be planted in front of their property in the Town’s right-of-way.

  Carried

10.9

Capital Works and Asset Management-2024-11

RE: Asset Management Policy

• R24-08-338
  Moved By Councillor Hammond
  Seconded By Councillor Allard

  That Capital Works and Asset Management Report-2024-11 entitled, Asset Management Policy by Erica Tilley, Assistant Manager, Capital Work and Asset Management dated August 12, 2024 be received; and

  That Council adopt the policy attached hereto titled, Asset Management Policy.

  Carried

10.10

Recreation and Culture-2024-03

RE: Reallocation of Mural Funds

• R24-08-339
  Moved By Deputy Mayor Shepley
  Seconded By Councillor Hammond

  That Recreation and Culture Report-2024-08-03 entitled Reallocation of Mural Funds prepared by Cynthia Cakebread dated August 12, 2024, be received;

  That Council approve the reallocation of unused mural project funds from CS-22-0058 in the amount of $7,622.00 and CS-23-0035 in the amount of $10,000.00 to instead be used for the rehabilitation of the Liberation Mural located at 103 Talbot St. N (attached to The Royal Canadian Legion Branch 201); and

  That any remaining unused funds be reallocated to CS-24-0002 Art Installation by December 2024.

  Carried

10.11

Community Services-2024-30

RE: Co-An Park Master Plan

Jake Morassut, Director, Community Services, explained that the Co-An Master Plan presented was created based on the survey results and public feedback. He noted that if this is approved, Essex will work with Amherstburg to design a new playground that was approved in the 2024 budget deliberations. He advised that any future projects will be subjected to the regular budgeting process with the Town of Essex and Town of Amherstburg.

• R24-08-340
  Moved By Councillor Verbeek
  Seconded By Councillor Hammond

  That Community Services Report-2024-30 entitled Co-An Park Master Plan, prepared by Jake Morassut, Director, Community Services, dated August 12, 2024, be received;

  That Council approve the Master Plan for Co-An Park, as presented; and

  That Council direct Administration to update and negotiate the agreements that govern the operational use, capital investment, service delivery and programming of Co-An Park with the Town of Amherstburg, including any sub agreements required with the Essex County Steam and Gas Museum and the Co-An Park Board.

  Carried

10.12

Community Services-2024-31

RE: Arena Canteen Lease Agreement

• R24-08-341
  Moved By Councillor Matyi
  Seconded By Councillor Verbeek

  That Community Services Report-2024-31 entitled Arena Canteen Lease Agreement prepared by Jake Morassut, Director, Community Services dated August 12, 2024, be received;

  That the Council approve entering into a lease agreement with M&M Concessions for leased space at 243 McAffee Street in Harrow and 60 Fairview Avenue West in Essex Centre for a three-year term, commencing September 1, 2024, subject to the general terms and conditions as outlined in By-Law 2363; and

  That By-Law 2363 be read a first, a second and a third time and finally passed on August 12, 2024.

  Carried

10.13

Community Services-2024-33

RE: Special Events Resource Team (SERT) – August 2024 Update

• R24-08-342
  Moved By Councillor McGuire-Blais
  Seconded By Councillor Garon

  That Community Services Report-2024-27 entitled Special Event Resources Team (SERT) – August 2024 Update prepared by Jake Morassut, Director, Community Services, dated August 12, 2024, be received for information.

  Carried

11.

Reports from Youth Members

Colin Pyne, Youth Council Member announced that he will be stepping down as a Youth Council Member to pursue post-secondary education.

Lauryn Smith, Youth Council Member wished Colin Pyne good luck in his future endeavors.  

12.

County Council Update

Deputy Mayor Shepley announced that the Tom Wright Drain project is completed is now completed.  He highlighted a reduction in code blacks and red with the Emergency Medical Services (EMS). Deputy Mayor Shepley advised that County Council voted to raise the remuneration for County Council alternates and that the increase will be funded from the absent member’s remuneration and not through a budget increase.

13.

Correspondence

13.1

Correspondence to be received

• R24-08-343
  Moved By Councillor McGuire-Blais
  Seconded By Councillor Hammond

  That all of the correspondence listed in Agenda Item 13.1 be received and, where indicated, to further share such information with the community using suitable methods of communication.

  Carried

13.1.1

Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury

RE: Ontario Long Service Medals

13.1.3

Ministry of Citizenship and Multiculturalism

RE: Ontario Heritage Act (OHA) as part of Bill 23, More Homes Built Faster Act 2022.

13.1.4

Ministry of Infrastructure

RE: Update on the Community Project Application submitted under the Housing-Enabling Water Systems Fund (HEWSF)

13.1.2

The Town Of Plympton-Wyoming

RE: Underserviced Cellular Communication Services in Rural and Urban Centres

13.2

Correspondence to be considered for receipt and support

13.2.1

The Corporation of the Township of Terrace Bay

RE: Sustainable Funding for Ontario Provincial Police Small Rural Municipalities

• R24-08-344
  Moved By Councillor Verbeek
  Seconded By Councillor McGuire-Blais

  That the correspondence from the Corporation of the Township of Terrace Bay dated July 10, 2024, regarding sustainable funding for OPP small rural municipalities be received and supported; and

  That a letter of support be sent to the Honourable Doug Ford, Premier, the Honourable Michael S. Kerzner, Minister of Solicitor General, the Honourable Peter Bethlenfalvy, Minister of Finance, Anthony Leardi, MPP and the Association of Municipalities of Ontario.

  Carried

13.2.2

City of Toronto

RE: Requesting the Province to Support Family Physicians

• R24-08-345
  Moved By Councillor Verbeek
  Seconded By Councillor Allard

  That the correspondence from the City of Toronto dated July 31, 2024, requesting the Province to support family physicians be received and supported; and

  That a letter of support be sent to the Honourable Doug Ford, Premier, Minister of Health and Deputy Premier, Association of Municipalities of Ontario and Municipal Clerks of Ontario's Municipalities.

  Carried

13.2.3

Affordable Housing Task Force

RE: Appointment of Affordable Housing Task Force Member

• R24-08-346
  Moved By Councillor Verbeek
  Seconded By Councillor McGuire-Blais

  That the application by Christopher Carpenter to be appointed to the Affordable Housing Task Force be received and supported.

  Carried

14.

Committee Meeting Minutes

• R24-08-347
  Moved By Councillor Hammond
  Seconded By Councillor Matyi

  That the Committee Meeting minutes listed in Agenda Item 14, together with any recommendations to Council noted therein, be received, approved and adopted as circulated.

  Carried

14.1

Committee of Adjustment - June 18, 2024

14.2

Essex Centre Business Improvement Area - June 19, 2024

14.3

Essex Municipal Heritage Committee - June 27, 2024

15.

Financial

16.

New Business

17.

Notices of Motion

17.1

The following Notices of Motion were presented at the July 15, 2024 Regular Council Meeting and are being brought forward this evening for Council's consideration:

17.1.1

Councillor Allard

• R24-08-348
  Moved By Councillor Allard
  Seconded By Councillor Verbeek

  That Council direct Administration to include funding under the Essex Centre and Harrow Community Improvement Plan in the 2025 Budget for Accessible Entrances for Council’s deliberation.

  Carried

17.1.2

Mayor Bondy

Mayor Bondy handed Deputy Mayor Shepley the gavel at 8:48 PM and Deputy Mayor Shepley handed the gavel back to Mayor Bondy at 8:50 PM.

• R24-08-349
  Moved By Mayor Bondy
  Seconded By Councillor Matyi

  Whereas the Town is receiving a number of complaints from the Public regarding damaged Bell pedestals and their unsightly appearance and risk to public safety;

  Whereas the Town has permitted the occupancy of such infrastructure to Bell within the Town to services its residents; and

  Whereas the unsightly condition of this infrastructure does not fit the aesthetic and care afforded to the residents of Essex by the Town.

  Be it Resolved that, Council direct administration to send a letter regarding the damaged pedestal boxes that requests the immediate attention to Bell’s infrastructure to address these concerns of safety and aesthetics within the Town of Essex.

  Carried

17.1.3

Councillor Verbeek

• R24-08-350
  Moved By Councillor Verbeek
  Seconded By Councillor McGuire-Blais

  That in light of events locally and around the region, Council supports Bill 173, Intimate Partner Violence Epidemic Act, and urges the Province to immediately pass Bill 173 and declare at the provincial level that Intimate Partner Violence is an epidemic.

  Carried

18.

Reports and Announcements from Council Members

Councillor Hammond and Councillor Matyi announced that on Saturday, August 17, 2024, at dusk there will be a movie night featuring "Wish" at Colchester Habour Park and the Colchester Village Market will be taking place on Saturday, August 17, 2024, at 10:00AM.

Deputy Mayor Shepley and Councillor McGuire-Blais announced that the Soap Box Derby will be taking place in Essex Centre on Saturday, August 17, 2024 from 9:00AM - 4:00PM.

Councillor Verbeek announced that the Mug Run will be coming to McGregor on September 28, 2024 and encouraged anyone looking to participate to contact Council or Administration.

19.

By-Laws

19.1

By-Laws that require a third and final reading

19.1.1

By-Law 2331

RE: Being a by-law to provide for Little Drain and Extension: Replacement Bridge for Thompson (2380 County Road 20 West), Geographic Township of Colchester South, Project REI2023D016

• R24-08-351
  Moved By Councillor McGuire-Blais
  Seconded By Councillor Garon

  That By-Law 2331 being a by-law to provide for Little Drain and Extension: Replacement Bridge for Thompson (2380 County Road 20 West), Geographic Township of Colchester South, Project REI2023D016 be read a third time and finally passed on August 12, 2024.

  Carried

19.1.2

By-Law 2347

RE: Being a by-law to confirm the proceedings of the July 15, 2024, Regular Meeting of Council of the Corporation of the Town of Essex

• R24-08-352
  Moved By Deputy Mayor Shepley
  Seconded By Councillor McGuire-Blais

  That By-Law 2347 being a by-law to confirm the proceedings of the July 15, 2024, Regular Meeting of Council of the Corporation of the Town of Essex be read a third time and finally passed on August 12, 2024.

  Carried

19.2

By-Laws that require a first, second, third and final reading

19.3

By-Laws that require a first and second reading

19.3.1

By-Law 2349

RE: Being a by-law to confirm the proceedings of the August 12, 2024, Regular Meeting of Council of the Corporation of the Town of Essex

• R24-08-353
  Moved By Councillor Matyi
  Seconded By Councillor Garon

  That By-Law 2349 being a by-law to confirm the proceedings of the August 12, 2024, Regular Meeting of Council of the Corporation of the Town of Essex be read a first, a second time and provisionally adopted on August 12, 2024.

  Carried

20.

Closed Session

• R24-08-354
  Moved By Councillor McGuire-Blais
  Seconded By Deputy Mayor Shepley

  That Council move into Closed session to discuss a proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the municipality or local board as permitted to do so by Section 239 2(c) of the Municipal Act, 2001.

  Carried
• R24-08-355
  Moved By Councillor Hammond
  Seconded By Councillor Matyi

  That Council move out of Closed session and move back into an Open Meeting at 9:33 PM.

  Carried

21.

Adjournment

• R24-08-356
  Moved By Councillor McGuire-Blais
  Seconded By Councillor Allard

  That the meeting be adjourned at 9:34 PM.

  Carried