Councillor Anderson

That Council waive the notice requirement to allow a motion by Councillor Allin to be voted on at this meeting.

That the November 21, 2022 Council Information Package be approved.

That the December 5, 2022 Council Information Package be approved.

Melissa Harrigan, Councillor for West Kent Ward 1, be authorized to be absent from regular and special meetings of Council for a period of three successive months or more

to permit the development of a new five (5) storey Mixed Use Commercial / Residential Building, approximately 1,685 sq. m (18,139 sq. ft.) in area, be approved

The technical recommendations of the Environmental Assessment Study for a Long-Range Property Protection Plan (LRPP Plan) for a road and utility corridor be received and endorsed

to file the ESR for the Phase 1 component only (Talbot Trail Municipal Class EA from 2nd Concession Line (Ellerbeck Road) to Stevenson Road), and only document separately the hazard zone for Phase 2 that was proposed by this study.

That the meeting be extended to 10:30 p.m.

the Municipality of Chatham-Kent calls on the federal government to commit $1 billion in funding over five years for a strengthened Freshwater Action Plan in Budget 2023.

That the By-laws be taken as read for the first time.

That the By-laws be taken as read for the second time.

The purchase of one dump truck be awarded to Carrier Truck Centre Inc. at a total value of $271,826 (including HST).

The General Manager, Community Human Services and the Chief Financial Officer be authorized to enter into a Memorandum of Understand (MOU) with Indwell Community Homes regarding collaboration on submission of necessary applications for 95 supportive affordable housing units at 55 Croydon Street, Chatham

An All-Way Stop be installed at the intersection of Middle Line and Wheatley Road/Queen Street South in the Community of Tilbury East, subject to approval from the County of Essex.

Councillor Anderson presented a notice of motion regarding improvements to the Wheatley Area/Arena.

That the March 6, 2023 Council Information Package be approved.

Consent application File B-12/23 to sever and convey a new residential lot, approximately 0.29 ha (0.72 ac.) in area, shown as Part 1 on the applicant

Recommendations 2, 3 & 4 be postponed to a future meeting in which public notice will be given.

Zoning By-law Amendment application File D-14 RO/05/23/R, be approved, and the implementing by-law be adopted.

Be it resolved that administration, in consultation with the public, develop a plan for achievable improvements to Wheatley Area Arena over the short and medium-term with a goal to improve the accessibility, aesthetics, and overall experience of patrons and that this plan be returned to Council for funding consideration through the Capital Plan, Lifecycle Plan, grants, fundraising, or through other sources as they may become available.

That the report be brought back to Council on April 24, 2023 with the recommendation to increase the farm tax ratio from 0.22 to 0.23 after consulting with affected stakeholders.

That the April 3, 2023 Council Information Package be approved.

Zoning By-law Amendment application File D-14 TI/16/23/F to rezone the subject lands known as 38 Queen Street North, in Part of Lot 4, Plan 189, in the Community of Tilbury

The proposed By-law to regulate the lighting of greenhouses, attached as Appendix A to this Report, be approved.

5. The Farm Class Transition Ratio be increased to from 22% to 23%.

A by-law to establish capping policies for certain Commercial properties for the 2023 taxation year be approved.

Current municipal summer camp fees remain unchanged, with any resulting deficit being included in this year

That Chatham-Kent Council adjourn to its next Meeting to be held on Monday, May 8, 2023 and that Chatham-Kent Council authorize itself to meet in closed session on that day to discuss any matters permitted by The Municipal Act.

Permit a Multiple Dwelling as an additional permitted use; and,

Increase the maximum permitted density from 74 units per hectare to 80 units per hectare;

Zoning By-law Amendment application File D-14 WH/27/23/D be approved, and the implementing by-law be adopted.

which proposes 48 vacant residential Lots, subject to the draft conditions set out in Appendix D, be approved; and,

be referred back to administration for a traffic study.

Councillor Anderson presented a notice of motion regarding a Talbot Trail Interim Solution. This motion will be added to the May 29, 2023 Council agenda for discussion and voting.

A Mobile Stage Trailer (Showmobile) be sole sourced to Stageline at a total value of $256,221.85 including HST.

That administration be requested to develop an interim solution that meets an Infrastructure Protection Design Criteria for a 30-to-100-year hazard zone through an Environmental Assessment addendum to the approved plan between Coatsworth Road and Stevenson Road.

Consent application File B-63/23 to sever and convey a new residential lot, approximately 580 sq. m (6,242 sq. ft.) in area, shown as Parts 3 and 4 on Registered Plan 24R-11189, in Part of Lot 28, Concession North Middleton Road, in the Community of Tilbury, be approved, subject to the following conditions:

The pathway in Tilbury’s Memorial Park be named the Bryon Fluker Memorial Trail.

That the September 11, 2023 Council Information Package be received.

Comments received regarding the proposed South Wheatley Secondary Plan be referred to Administration for consideration and potential revisions to the Plan; and that the final Official Plan policy be presented for adoption at a future Council meeting, for which public notice will be given in accordance with the Planning Act.

That Zoning By-law Amendment application file D-14 WH/47/23/O be postponed to the October 23 Council Planning meeting, and that no further public notice is required.

Zoning By-law Amendment Application File D-14 RO/49/23/T, be approved, and the implementing by-law be adopted.

Be it therefore moved that administration look into a mass information sharing system through instant alerts, text messaging and/or automated phone calling system for pricing and the availability to implement such services as soon as possible and report back to council at the earliest possible time.

That Council waive the notice requirement to allow a motion by Councillor Anderson to be voted on at this meeting.

That administration formulate a Bottled Water Policy to be utilized in all future boil water advisories, floods, tornados or other emergencies in Chatham-Kent.

That the Municipality of Chatham-Kent supply bottled water to members of the communities of Wheatley and Tilbury areas affected by the boil water advisory and the cost of the bottled water be referred to the PUC for consideration of being funded by water reserves.

That Council waive the notice requirement to allow a motion by Councillor Anderson to be voted on at this meeting.

That the by-laws be taken as read for a third time and finally passed.

That the following items be approved as presented: 14(a), 14(b), 14(c), 14(d), 14(e), 15(a), 15(b), 15(d), 18(a), 19(e).

Consent Application File B-91/23 to sever a surplus dwelling (4334 Middle Line) and two (2) outbuildings on a new lot, approximately 1.96 ha (4.85 ac.) in area, shown as Part 1 on the applicant

Zoning By-law Amendment application D-14 TI/68/23/B to rezone the subject property, known as 17 Centre Street East, in Part of Lots 10 & 11, Plan 246, described as Parts 5 & 7 on Registered Plan 24R-4137, in the Community of Tilbury, to Residential Low Density First-1695 (RL1-1695)

The proposal in the amount of $401,731.95 (including HST) for the Engineering Services for Queens Line and Merlin Road Roundabout be awarded to LEA Consulting Ltd.

That the following items be approved as presented: 13(a), 13(b), 13(c), 14(a), 14(b), 16(b), 16(d), 18(a), 18(b), 18(c), 18(e), 19(a), 22(f).

That Chatham-Kent Council adjourn to its next Meeting to be held on Monday, November 27, 2023 and that Chatham-Kent Council authorize itself to meet in closed session on that day to discuss any matters permitted by The Municipal Act.

Council authorize Administration to hire a contracted Economic Development Officer staff member for a period of two years in order to support the efforts of the Wheatley Task Force, to be entirely funded by the Province of Ontario.

The modification of the 2024 curbside refuse collection program to accept only automatically serviceable containers at the curb be approved.

That Chatham-Kent Council adjourn to its next Meeting to be held on Monday, December 11, 2023 and that Chatham-Kent Council authorize itself to meet in closed session on that day to discuss any matters permitted by The Municipal Act.

That the December 11, 2023 Council Information Package be received.

Construction of an elevator and accessible washrooms at the Wheatley Area Arena be considered as part of the 2025 update to the multi-year Capital Budget process.

Council authorize and approve those actions taken by the Mayor and administration in response to the emergency in Wheatley, including purchases that were deemed necessary in response to the emergency from October 3, 2022, to date.

"That Chatham-Kent Council adjourn to its next Meeting to be held on Monday, February 26, 2024 and that Chatham-Kent Council authorize itself to meet in closed session on that day to discuss any matters permitted by The Municipal Act."

Zoning By-law Amendment application File D-14 RO/82/23/H be approved and the implementing by-law be adopted.

The Technically Preferred Alternative (Interim Solution) as outlined in Talbot Trail Environmental Assessment Addendum be approved and implemented in 2025.

2. Local representative from Architectural Conservancy of Ontario"

3. Art Advisory Committee”

Municipal Heritage Committee

“That staff return to Council with a report outlining the following:

That the by-laws be taken as read for a third time and finally passed.

The 2024 Water and Wastewater Development Charge Background Study Report, dated January 18, 2024, as amended by Addendum #1, dated February 20, 2024 be received and approved.

The Development Charges By-law include the Phase In percentages for Residential and Non-Residential for the next 5 years and continuing for the life of the By Law presented in this report be approved.

That a working group be formed with invitations extended to members of the PUC, Natural Gas providers, Hydro providers, appropriate Municipality of Chatham-Kent staff, Ontario Greenhouse Vegetable Growers representatives, and Greenhouse Stakeholders

"That the Council Information Package be received."

“That the following items be approved as presented: 9(a), 10(a), 13(a), 13(b), 13(e)”

The amended Building Development Services permit fee schedule attached as Appendix A be approved.

Zoning By-law Amendment application File D-14 TI/10/24/C, to rezone the subject lands, known as 42 Lyon Avenue North, in Lot 15, Registrar’s Compiled Plan 791, from Institutional (I) to Urban Commercial (Highway Commercial First Density) (UC(HC1)), be approved, and the implementing by-law be adopted.

"That a letter be written to Minister Lisa Thompson requesting that the province reconsider the decision to phase-out of free private well testing in Ontario;

"That Chatham-Kent Council adjourn to its next Meeting to be held on Monday, May 13, 2024 and that Chatham-Kent Council authorize itself to meet in closed session on that day to discuss any matters permitted by The Municipal Act."

be it therefore resolved that Administration investigate and report back on creative ways to support/and or incentivize the development of primary health care access points.

Consent application File B-09/24 to sever and convey a new commercial lot, approximately 1,474 sq. m (15,870 sq. ft.) in area, shown as Parts 2 and 4 on the applicant’s sketch,

concerning lands known as 115 Erie Street South, in Part of Lot 10, Registrar’s Compiled Plan 775, in the Community of Merlin, to:

"That the June 24, 2024 Closed Session Report be approved."

Single source purchase to 360 Engineering and Environmental Consulting Ltd. for the amount of $6,009,575 + HST be approved;

That the following items be approved as presented: 15a, 15b, 15c, 16a, 16c, 16e, 16f, 16g, 16h, 17d, 18a, 19a, 20a, 21a, 22a, 22b, 22c, 22d, 22e.”

The tender in the amount of $336,062.00 (including HST) for the Goulet-Rammelaere Drain East Branch and Larsh Drain Construction and Improvements be awarded to Clarke Construction Inc.

The final 2023 operating surplus of 2.11M be allocated as follows:

"That Chatham-Kent Council adjourn to its next Meeting to be held on Monday, September 9, 2024 and that Chatham-Kent Council authorize itself to meet in closed session on that day to discuss any matters permitted by The Municipal Act."

T24-152 Snow Removal & Winter Maintenance Contract in the amount of $122,707.36 (including HST) per snow event be awarded to the various contractors listed within.

The proposal in the amount of $6,587,593.77 (including HST) for the Construction Services for Queens Line and Merlin Road Intersection Improvements be awarded to Huron Construction, a division of Brennan Paving & Construction Ltd.

"That Chatham-Kent Council send a letter of support for the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Cities Initiative's Great Lakes Coastal Cleanup project."

"That the by-laws be taken as read for a first time."

"That the by-laws be taken as read for a second time."

Official Plan Amendment No. 82 (OPA No. 82), being the South Wheatley Secondary Plan, be approved and the implementing by-law be adopted; and

The Shrewsbury Stormwater Servicing Report be accepted and implemented beginning in 2025.

Administration procures services to make the necessary modifications to the Kelly Crescent Stormwater Pump Station and the Queensgate Stormwater Pump Station and purchase two portable generators at a total estimated cost of $33,900.00 (including HST).

Administration enter into a contract with an appropriate consulting firm, in compliance with purchasing bylaw processes, to perform a Public Utilities Commission (PUC) Governance Review

StrategyCorp be directed to present options of ward boundaries (Maps A-J) for public consultation on Thursday, November 14, 2024 and Monday, November 25, 2024 and report back to Council on Monday, December 16th with a final proposal.

"That the November 4, 2024 Closed Session Report be approved."

"That the by-laws be taken as read for a first time."

"That the by-laws be taken as read for a second time."

“That Chatham-Kent Council adopt the 2025 Annual Budget Update, as recommended by the Budget Committee, and end Council’s budget review, resulting in a 2025 tax impact of 4.99%.”

“That the 2025 Annual Update closed budget provisions as presented in the draft budget be adopted:

“That Councillor McGrail be appointed to represent Chatham-Kent on the SWIFT Board for a two-year term.”

"That the December 16, 2024 Council Information Package be received."

"That Chatham-Kent Council affirm its support for the Ontario Big City Mayors Caucus Solve the Crisis Campaign."

That the by-laws be taken as read for a first time.

That the by-laws be taken as read for a second time.

Council authorize up to $100,000 from the Hydro One Community Benefit Fund for the installation of a perimeter fence around Fergie Jenkins Field

That the February 10 and February 24, 2025 Closed Session Reports be approved.

rezone the residential surplus dwelling lot to a site-specific Agricultural-1173 (A1-1173) Zone that permits a surplus dwelling on a lot greater than 0.8 ha (1.98 ac.)

That the Council Information Package be received for information.

Council advocate to both the Provincial and Federal Governments of the urgent need for funding for all types of infrastructure projects including supportive housing, affordable housing, roads, bridges, water, wastewater, storm water, emergency services

the Sign Manufacturing Materials Supplier Roster (R24-388) be approved for a period of one (1) year

Administration be authorized to issue a Request for Proposals (RFP) for a consultant to complete a Strategic Housing Action Plan

a request for $5M of Provincial funding for the Talbot Trail project

the motion be postponed to a future meeting by the end of 2025.

That the Council Information Package be received for information.

That the by-laws be taken as read for a first time.

the amendment to the User Fee By-law No. 157-2024 to update the Refrigerant Removal user fees updating fee to $50 per unit, be approved.

That the following items be approved as presented: 14(b), 14(c), 14(d), 14(e), 14(f), 15(c), 18(c), 18(d), 18(e), 19(a).

That the report be postponed to the July 14, 2025 Council Meeting.

the proposed levels of service for the Non-Core Detailed Asset Management plans be adopted by Council

a contract amendment in the amount of $920,950.00 (including HST) for the Stage 4 Archaeological Assessment for the Talbot Trail Realignment project be approved for AECOM Canada Ltd.

That Council waive the notice requirement to allow motions regarding encampments to be voted on at this meeting.

That the by-laws be taken as read for a third time and finally passed.

to permit the development of a new four-storey Apartment Dwelling, approximately 307 sq. m (3,300 sq. ft.) in area, be approved

That the following items be approved as presented: 14(b), 14(c), 15(b), 15(c), 15(d), 15(e), 17(a).

That Temporary Shelters are permitted to be erected on Municipal land from one hour before sunset to one hour after sunrise by any person experiencing homelessness

Councillor Anderson presented a Notice of Motion regarding Wheatley Legion Grant.

That Chatham-Kent Council grant approximately $92,500 from the Strategic Reserve to transfer to the various divisions to offset the Development Charges, Building Permit fees, Planning fees and 2024 and 2025 Property taxes for the Wheatley Legion new building project

That Council waive notice to allow a motion by Councillor Harrigan to be voted on at this meeting.

the Municipality of Chatham-Kent waives the recuperation of its $250,000 insurance deductible pertaining to the Wheatley Class Action Lawsuit.

That the Council Information Package be received for information.

That the by-laws be taken as read for a first time.

That the by-laws be taken as read for a second time.

Council requests the PUC to reconsider its decision to close the Coatsworth bulk water station, and keep it operational and that the PUC report back to Council the outcome of their decision.

Eighteen applications are approved for a total of $311,660 in funding annually for 2026 through 2029 from Together CK Core Grants

Applicants only permitted to submit a single application per funding stream: Significant Events, Community Events, and Community Projects

That the by-laws be taken as read for a third time and finally passed.

That the following items be approved as presented: 14(a), 14(b), 14(c), 14(d), 15(a), 17(d), 17(e), 17(f), 17(g), 18(a), 18(b).

the current Hydro One Councillor Ward Funding approach be maintained, except that Mayor/Councillor-supported community culture and recreation projects be managed through a quarterly intake process.

rezone the residential surplus dwelling lot to a site-specific Agricultural-1173 (A1-1173) Zone that permits a surplus dwelling lot greater than 0.8 ha (1.98 ac.)

rezone the lands to Holding-Residential Low Density Second-1766 (H-RL2-1766), to facilitate the future development of a new low-density residential subdivision

A contract amendment in the amount of $621,500.00 (including HST) for the Stage 4 Archaeological Assessment for the Talbot Trail Realignment project be approved for AECOM Canada Ltd.

Council authorize staff to engage with residents in Tilbury, Blenheim, Thamesville and Bothwell to confirm the commitment of these communities

the by-laws be taken as read for a third time and finally passed.

Chatham-Kent Council adjourn to its next Meeting to be held on Monday, January 26, 2026

to amend the Special Zone Provisions for an Apartment Dwelling use, in the Urban Commercial (Highway Commercial First Density)-1531 (UC(HC1)-1531) Zone

to sever and convey a new 0.16 ha (0.4 ac.) residential parcel, consisting of Parts 5 and 6 on Plan 24R-1224

A donation in the amount of $45,000 from the Ridge Landfill Community Trust for the purpose of funding the development of a new 3 on 3 basketball court at McGregor Kinsmen Park in Blenheim be received.

Council adopt in principal the recommendations of the KPMG Chatham-Kent Public Utilities Commission Governance Review final report dated December 3, 2025.

the following items be approved as presented: 14(a), 14(b), 14(c), 14(d), 14(e), 14(f), 15(a), 16(b), 16(c), 17(b), 18(a), 18(b), 18(c)

the by-laws be taken as read for a third time and finally passed.

Amend the Land Use Designation of a portion of 3575 Queen's Line from Employment Area to Residential Area

MovedCouncillor DoyleSecondedCouncillor Anderson"That

The purchase in the amount of $254,000.00 (excluding HST) of one used 2022 Airport Fuel Truck be awarded to Brandon Flight Centre Inc.

The Mayor and Clerk be authorized to enter into the recommended agreement of purchase and sale."

Yes (16)Mayor Canniff, Councillor Bondy, Councillor Ceccacci, Councillor Crew, Councillor Finn, Councillor Hall, Councillor Harrigan, Councillor McGrail, Councillor B. McGregor, Councillor Wright, Councillor Allin, Councillor Anderson, Councillor Doyle, Councillor Jubenville, Councillor Storey, and Councillor McDonaldAbsent (2)Councillor C. McGregor, and Councillor ThompsonMotion Carried (16 to 0)

MovedCouncillor AndersonSecondedCouncillor Bondy"That

The Firefighter Decontamination Trailer be awarded to Canadian Safety Equipment Inc. at a total value of $162,514.34 (including HST).

The total purchase cost of $162,514.34 be funded from the Office of the Fire Marshal (OFM) Fire Protection Grant Year 2 funding."

Yes (16)Mayor Canniff, Councillor Bondy, Councillor Ceccacci, Councillor Crew, Councillor Finn, Councillor Hall, Councillor Harrigan, Councillor McGrail, Councillor B. McGregor, Councillor Wright, Councillor Allin, Councillor Anderson, Councillor Doyle, Councillor Jubenville, Councillor Storey, and Councillor McDonaldAbsent (2)Councillor C. McGregor, and Councillor ThompsonMotion Carried (16 to 0)

MovedCouncillor AndersonSecondedCouncillor Storey"That

The Public Transit Service Operator contract resulting from R20-294 with InTouch Connection be extended two years from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2028, for a value estimated at $7,110,554 (excl. HST).

The Mayor and Clerk sign the required amending agreement.

Additional funding of $94,589 be transferred from the Provincial Gas Tax reserve to bridge the 2026 funding gap in the Transit operational budget and additional area-rated funding of $198,372 be referred to the 2027 budget update."

Yes (16)Mayor Canniff, Councillor Bondy, Councillor Ceccacci, Councillor Crew, Councillor Finn, Councillor Hall, Councillor Harrigan, Councillor McGrail, Councillor B. McGregor, Councillor Wright, Councillor Allin, Councillor Anderson, Councillor Doyle, Councillor Jubenville, Councillor Storey, and Councillor McDonaldAbsent (2)Councillor C. McGregor, and Councillor ThompsonMotion Carried (16 to 0)

MovedCouncillor AndersonSecondedCouncillor Harrigan"That

Zoning By-law Amendment application File D-14 RO/07/26/R, concerning the property known as 1451 Talbot Trail, in Part of Lot 12, Concession 2, in the Community of Romney, to amend Rural Highway Commercial (RHC) Special Zone Provision No. 325 to add the following additional permitted uses, be approved and the implementing by-law be adopted:

Agricultural Industrial Establishment

Agricultural Service Establishment

Agricultural Supply Establishment

Office

Public Storage

Warehouse

Consent application File B-16/26, concerning the property known as 1369 Talbot Trail, in Part of Lot 12, Concession 2, in the Community of Romney, to sever and convey 0.4 ha (1 ac.) of land, shown as Part 2 on the applicant’s sketch, as a lot addition to 1451 Talbot Trail (PIN: 00847-0053), be approved, subject to the following conditions:

that the Chatham-Kent Zoning By-law be amended to:

rezone the lot addition lands to Rural Highway Commercial-325 (RHC-325) to match the receiving lot; and

rezone the retained parcel to a site-specific Agricultural-1777 (A1-1777) zone to recognize the resulting lot area being 19.48 ha (48.13 ac.);

that the lot addition lands to be severed, shown as Part 2 on the applicant’s sketch, be conveyed to the owner of the abutting parcel (1451 Talbot Trail / PIN: 00847-0053) and Section 50(3 or 5) of the Planning Act applies to any subsequent conveyance of or transaction involving the parcel of land that is subject of this consent;

that a legible hard copy of the final reference plan be submitted to the Municipality; and,

that the necessary deed(s), transfer or charges be submitted in triplicate; signed and fully executed (no photo copies). It will be necessary to allow up to three (3) working days after all conditions have been fulfilled and documentation filed for the issuance of the Certificate (stamping of deeds).

Zoning By-law Amendment application File D-14 RO/07/26/R be approved and the implementing by-law be adopted."

Yes (16)Mayor Canniff, Councillor Bondy, Councillor Ceccacci, Councillor Crew, Councillor Finn, Councillor Harrigan, Councillor McGrail, Councillor B. McGregor, Councillor C. McGregor, Councillor Thompson, Councillor Wright, Councillor Allin, Councillor Anderson, Councillor Doyle, Councillor Jubenville, and Councillor McDonaldConflict (1)Councillor StoreyAbsent (1)Councillor HallMotion Carried (16 to 0)

MovedCouncillor AndersonSecondedCouncillor Harrigan"That

The Long-Term Care Home Program, Staffing and Organizational Structure Review be awarded to Colliers Project Leaders Inc. at a total value of $105,100.00 (excluding HST).

The total project cost of $106,949.76 is to be funded from Seniors Services Operational Reserve."

Yes (15)Mayor Canniff, Councillor Bondy, Councillor Crew, Councillor Finn, Councillor Harrigan, Councillor McGrail, Councillor B. McGregor, Councillor Thompson, Councillor Wright, Councillor Allin, Councillor Anderson, Councillor Doyle, Councillor Jubenville, Councillor Storey, and Councillor McDonaldAbsent (3)Councillor Ceccacci, Councillor Hall, and Councillor C. McGregorMotion Carried (15 to 0)

MovedCouncillor AndersonSecondedCouncillor Storey“Chatham-Kent Council supports the Cities Initiative as they encourage the Government of Canada and relevant provincial governments to:Establish a coordinated, region-wide strategy to strengthen the freshwater fisheries sector, including commercial fisheries, recreational fishing, tourism, processing, distribution and market access.Explore funding programs and partnerships that support modernization and automation of fish processing facilities, workforce development, infrastructure improvements and technological innovation across the fisheries value chain.Support recreational fishing and fisheries-related tourism through investments in infrastructure, access to waterways and sustainable tourism.Support greater market development, local consumption and value-added processing of freshwater fish products to enhance economic returns for regional communities and reduce reliance on imported seafood.And further be it resolved that copies of this resolution will be distributed to: the Canadian Minister of Environment and Climate Change, Julie Dabrusin; the Canadian Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, Heath MacDonald; the Canadian Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, Tim Hodgson; the Ontario Minister of the Environment, Conservation and Parks, Todd McCarthy; the Ontario Minister of Agriculture, Food and Agribusiness, Trevor Jones and the Ontario Minister of Natural Resources, Mike Harris, and AMO.”Yes (16)Mayor Canniff, Councillor Bondy, Councillor Ceccacci, Councillor Crew, Councillor Finn, Councillor Harrigan, Councillor McGrail, Councillor B. McGregor, Councillor Thompson, Councillor Wright, Councillor Allin, Councillor Anderson, Councillor Doyle, Councillor Jubenville, Councillor Storey, and Councillor McDonaldAbsent (2)Councillor Hall, and Councillor C. McGregorMotion Carried (16 to 0)

MovedCouncillor AndersonSecondedCouncillor Storey“That Council waive the notice requirement to allow a motion by Councillor Anderson to be voted on at this meeting.”Yes (15)Mayor Canniff, Councillor Bondy, Councillor Crew, Councillor Finn, Councillor Harrigan, Councillor McGrail, Councillor B. McGregor, Councillor Thompson, Councillor Wright, Councillor Allin, Councillor Anderson, Councillor Doyle, Councillor Jubenville, Councillor Storey, and Councillor McDonaldAbsent (3)Councillor Ceccacci, Councillor Hall, and Councillor C. McGregorMotion Carried (15 to 0)

MovedCouncillor AndersonSecondedCouncillor Harrigan"That

The onetime funding (100% provincial) of $813,700 received from the Ministry of Long-Term Care be directed toward projects at Riverview Gardens, thereby maximizing external funding and retaining internal lifecycle reserve dollars to be used to address future Senior Services lifecycle needs."

Yes (17)Mayor Canniff, Councillor Bondy, Councillor Ceccacci, Councillor Crew, Councillor Finn, Councillor Hall, Councillor Harrigan, Councillor McGrail, Councillor B. McGregor, Councillor C. McGregor, Councillor Thompson, Councillor Wright, Councillor Anderson, Councillor Doyle, Councillor Jubenville, Councillor Storey, and Councillor McDonaldAbsent (1)Councillor AllinMotion Carried (17 to 0)

MovedCouncillor AndersonSecondedCouncillor Bondy“Whereas the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) represents the interests of member municipalities on policy and program matters that fall within federal jurisdiction;

Whereas FCM’s Board of Directors is comprised of elected municipal officials from all regions and sizes of communities to form a broad base of support and provide FCM with the united voice required to carry the municipal message to the federal government; and

Whereas FCM’s Annual General Meeting (AGM) will be held in conjunction with the Annual Conference and Trade Show, from June 4 to June 7, 2026, followed by the election of FCM’s Board of Directors;

Be it resolved that Council of the Municipality of Chatham-Kent endorse Councillor Alysson Storey to stand for election on FCM’s Board of Directors, for the period starting in June 2026 until the end of this municipal term on November 14, 2026; and

Be it further resolved that Council assumes all costs associated with Alysson Storey attending FCM’s Board of Directors meetings.”Motion Carried

MovedCouncillor AndersonSecondedCouncillor Harrigan"That the by-laws be taken as read for a first time."Motion Carried

MovedCouncillor AndersonSecondedCouncillor Harrigan"That the by-laws be taken as read for a second time."Motion Carried

MovedCouncillor AndersonSecondedCouncillor Doyle“That

Council direct staff to ask the successful bidder, Architecturra Inc., Architects, for the design, tendering and contract administration for the redevelopment of 110 Sandys Street, Chatham, to hold their bid for 90 days, without liability, to allow staff to further research an alternative option that may provide cost savings.

Council direct staff to invite the Quiring Foundation to present their vision to Chatham-Kent Council at an upcoming Council meeting.”

Yes (16)Mayor Canniff, Councillor Ceccacci, Councillor Crew, Councillor Finn, Councillor Hall, Councillor Harrigan, Councillor McGrail, Councillor B. McGregor, Councillor C. McGregor, Councillor Thompson, Councillor Allin, Councillor Anderson, Councillor Doyle, Councillor Jubenville, Councillor Storey, and Councillor McDonaldAbsent (2)Councillor Bondy, and Councillor WrightMotion Carried (16 to 0)

MovedCouncillor AndersonSecondedCouncillor Doyle“That Council waive the notice requirement to allow a motion by Councillor Anderson to be voted on at this meeting.”Yes (16)Mayor Canniff, Councillor Ceccacci, Councillor Crew, Councillor Finn, Councillor Hall, Councillor Harrigan, Councillor McGrail, Councillor B. McGregor, Councillor C. McGregor, Councillor Thompson, Councillor Allin, Councillor Anderson, Councillor Doyle, Councillor Jubenville, Councillor Storey, and Councillor McDonaldAbsent (2)Councillor Bondy, and Councillor WrightMotion Carried (16 to 0)

MovedCouncillor DoyleSecondedCouncillor Anderson"That Chatham-Kent Council send a letter of support for the resolution from Plympton-Wyoming regarding Support for Sustainable Provincial Grant Funding for Fire Services in Ontario."Motion Carried

MovedCouncillor DoyleSecondedCouncillor Anderson“That Council direct Administration to bring a report back to the August 10, 2026 Council meeting summarizing the options for Council regarding the potential transfer of 110 Sandys Street and 55 Croydon Street to the Peter and Cathy Quiring Foundation, along with recommendations regarding methods to ensure long term public benefit of those properties, and the costs associated with property tax exemption/relief for these properties, and other related costs; and

Administration include in a future report a review and analysis of other municipally owned, private and potential partner properties within Chatham-Kent that may be suitable for supportive housing.”Yes (18)Mayor Canniff, Councillor Bondy, Councillor Ceccacci, Councillor Crew, Councillor Finn, Councillor Hall, Councillor Harrigan, Councillor McGrail, Councillor B. McGregor, Councillor C. McGregor, Councillor Thompson, Councillor Wright, Councillor Allin, Councillor Anderson, Councillor Doyle, Councillor Jubenville, Councillor Storey, and Councillor McDonaldMotion Carried (18 to 0)

MovedCouncillor ThompsonSecondedCouncillor Anderson"That the following items be approved as presented: 16(a), 16(b), 17(a), 17(c), 17(e), 18(d), 19(b), 19(d), 19(e), 21(a), 22(a), 22(b).”Yes (17)Mayor Canniff, Councillor Ceccacci, Councillor Crew, Councillor Finn, Councillor Hall, Councillor Harrigan, Councillor McGrail, Councillor B. McGregor, Councillor C. McGregor, Councillor Thompson, Councillor Wright, Councillor Allin, Councillor Anderson, Councillor Doyle, Councillor Jubenville, Councillor Storey, and Councillor McDonaldAbsent (1)Councillor BondyMotion Carried (17 to 0)

MovedCouncillor AndersonSecondedCouncillor Allin"That

An economic adjustment of $2,325,000 (HST Exempt) be added to the existing contract with Medavie EMS to ensure continuance of the provision of EMS Services until December 31, 2029. The 2026 adjustment in the amount of $225,000 be funded from the Labour Relations reserve (17196), with the remaining years amount referred to the 2027 Budget Update and 2028-2031 Multi-Year Budget.

The Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign the necessary agreements.

Administration begin planning and preparation for a Request for Proposals (RFP) sufficiently in advance of the current contract’s expiry, including the development of an internal bid to be evaluated alongside external submissions. Planning should commence in 2027 to ensure full preparedness for the end of the current contract of December 31, 2029."

Yes (18)Mayor Canniff, Councillor Bondy, Councillor Ceccacci, Councillor Crew, Councillor Finn, Councillor Hall, Councillor Harrigan, Councillor McGrail, Councillor B. McGregor, Councillor C. McGregor, Councillor Thompson, Councillor Wright, Councillor Allin, Councillor Anderson, Councillor Doyle, Councillor Jubenville, Councillor Storey, and Councillor McDonaldMotion Carried (18 to 0)

MovedCouncillor CeccacciSecondedCouncillor Anderson"That

Official Plan Amendment, OPA No. 90, to amend policies regarding Growth Management, including policies to plan for population, employment and housing growth to 2051, be approved, and the implementing by-law adopted.

Zoning By-law Amendment, to amend the Chatham-Kent Zoning By-law 219-2009, as amended, to implement Official Plan Amendment No. 90, be approved, and the implementing by-law be adopted.

The Southwest Chatham Servicing Study Report be accepted and incorporated into the Water and Wastewater Master Plan."

Yes (15)Mayor Canniff, Councillor Bondy, Councillor Ceccacci, Councillor Finn, Councillor Hall, Councillor Harrigan, Councillor McGrail, Councillor B. McGregor, Councillor C. McGregor, Councillor Thompson, Councillor Allin, Councillor Anderson, Councillor Doyle, Councillor Jubenville, and Councillor McDonaldConflict (1)Councillor StoreyAbsent (2)Councillor Crew, and Councillor WrightMotion Carried (15 to 0)

MovedCouncillor AndersonSecondedCouncillor Harrigan"That

Consent application File B-43/26, to sever a surplus dwelling (15072 Scott Line) on a new 0.95 ha (2.35 ac.) lot, shown as Part 2 on the applicant’s sketch, in Part of Lot 11, Concession 4, in the Community of Orford, together with a permanent easement over the severed parcel in favour of the retained parcel for access to and over cultivated farm land, and to permit a partial discharge of the existing mortgage, be approved, subject to the following conditions:

that the Chatham-Kent Zoning By-law be amended to:

rezone the residential surplus dwelling lot to a site-specific Agricultural -1173 (A1-1173) zone that permits a surplus dwelling on a lot greater than 0.8 ha (1.98 ac.); and,

rezone the retained parcel to a site-specific Agricultural-1790 (A1-1790) zone to establish a minimum lot area of 18.98 ha (46.91 ac), and to prohibit future dwellings;

that the applicant demonstrate the septic system on the severed parcel is functioning in accordance with Municipal Protocol;

that the applicant pay $100 for the cost associated with the apportionment of assessment under the Drainage Act related to the subject lands;

that a legible hard copy of the final reference plan be submitted to the municipality; and,

that the necessary deed(s), transfer or charges be submitted in triplicate; signed and fully executed (no photo copies). It will be necessary to allow up to three (3) working days after all conditions have been fulfilled and documentation filed for the issuance of the Certificate (stamping of deeds).

Consent application File B-49/26, to establish a permanent easement, shown as Part 4 on the applicant’s sketch, in favour of the severed parcel, shown as Part 2 on the applicant’s sketch, to allow for the continued access and maintenance of an existing water well and service line, in Part of Lot 11, Concession 4, in the Community of Orford, be approved, subject to the following conditions:

that a legible hard copy of the final reference plan be submitted to the Municipality; and,

that the necessary deed(s), transfer or charges be submitted in triplicate; signed and fully executed (no photo copies). It will be necessary to allow up to three (3) working days after all conditions have been fulfilled and documentation filed for the issuance of the Certificate (stamping of deeds).

Zoning By-law Amendment application File D-14 OR/19/26/A be approved and the implementing by-law be adopted."

Yes (15)Mayor Canniff, Councillor Bondy, Councillor Ceccacci, Councillor Finn, Councillor Hall, Councillor Harrigan, Councillor McGrail, Councillor B. McGregor, Councillor C. McGregor, Councillor Thompson, Councillor Allin, Councillor Anderson, Councillor Doyle, Councillor Jubenville, and Councillor McDonaldConflict (1)Councillor StoreyAbsent (2)Councillor Crew, and Councillor WrightMotion Carried (15 to 0)

MovedCouncillor HallSecondedCouncillor Anderson"That Chatham-Kent Council adjourn to its next Meeting to be held on Monday, July 27, 2026 and that Chatham-Kent Council authorize itself to meet in closed session on that day to discuss any matters permitted by The Municipal Act."Motion Carried

MovedCouncillor AndersonSecondedCouncillor Storey"That the following items be approved as presented: 13(b), 13(c), 14(a) ."Yes (15)Mayor Canniff, Councillor Bondy, Councillor Ceccacci, Councillor Crew, Councillor Finn, Councillor Hall, Councillor Harrigan, Councillor McGrail, Councillor C. McGregor, Councillor Allin, Councillor Anderson, Councillor Doyle, Councillor Jubenville, Councillor Storey, and Councillor McDonaldAbsent (3)Councillor B. McGregor, Councillor Thompson, and Councillor WrightMotion Carried (15 to 0)