Councillor Jubenville

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

Councillor Jubenville presented a notice of motion regarding the suspension of the balance of the Employee Vaccination Verification and Testing Policy for all Municipal Staff which requires new hires to be vaccinated as a condition of hire.

Consent application File B-128/22, to sever a surplus dwelling (29914 Tramway Road), six (6) outbuildings, and one (1) steel bin on a new 0.72 ha (1.79 ac.) lot

Consent application File B-122/22, to sever and convey a new residential parcel, approximately 1,214 sq. m. (13,068 sq. ft.) in area

That any further vaccination employment policies be decided upon collaboratively between Chatham-Kent Council and the Chatham-Kent Executive Management Team

The Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute Community Support Agreements on the terms outlined in this report

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

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

That the following items be approved as presented: 14(a), 14(b), 14(c), 14(d), 14(e), 15(b), 15(c), 15(d), 15(g), 15(h), 15(i), 16(b), 16(c), 16(d), 19(a), 20(b), 20(c), 20(d), 20(f), 20(g), 20(h), 20(i), 22(a), 22(b) and 22(c).

Councillor Jubenville presented a notice of motion regarding amendments to the Sign By-law #156-2004.

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

Consent application File B-05/23, to sever a surplus dwelling (10235 Pioneer Line) and five (5) outbuildings on a new 1.6 ha (4.00 ac.) lot

This motion was approved as part of the Consent Agenda.

Councillor Jubenville presented a notice of motion regarding flags at the Chatham-Kent Municipal Centres. This motion will be added to the April 24, 2023 Council agenda for discussion and voting.

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

That Council direct Administration to avoid controversy and discrimination while encouraging inclusion of all Chatham-Kent residents under the Federal, Provincial and Municipal flags, by stating the only flags that shall be flown at the Chatham-Kent Civic Centre and all Municipal service centers across Chatham-Kent, will be the Canadian National Flag, the Ontario Provincial Flag and the Chatham Kent Municipal Flag.

That the April 24, 2023 Council Information Package be approved.

That the May 8, 2023 Council Information Package be approved.

Councillor Jubenville presented a notice of motion regarding well water testing of sediment in North Kent. This motion will be added to the May 29, 2023 Council agenda for discussion and voting.

That the following items be approved as presented: 14(a), 14(b), 14(c), 14(d), 14(e), 14(f), 14(g), 14(h), 15(a), 15(b), 15(c), 15(d), 15(e), 17(a), 19(c), 19(d), 19(e), 20(a), 20(b), 20(c), 21(a).

Deeming By-law application File D-14 RO/07/23/R, to deem the subject lands, in the Community of Romney, Lots 1-52, Plan 394, Lots 1-28, Plan 391 and Lots 1-10 & Lots 18-28, Plan 390, not to be on a Plan of Subdivision, be approved, and the by-law be adopted.

That Council direct administration to negotiate the potential of a shorter term extension or examine placing a clause that permits the potential for the municipality to opt out of particular provisions, or to terminate the contract early at a specified time period noted in the contract.

Consent application File B-47/23 to sever and convey a new agricultural parcel, approximately 21.4 ha (52.8 ac.) in area, shown as Parts 1 & 2 on the applicant

Consent application File B-52/23 to sever and convey a new surplus dwelling lot, consisting of two (2) existing dwellings (10201 & 10203 Pioneer Line), approximately 1.42 ha (3.5 ac.) in area

The proposal submitted by Altus Group Limited in response to RFP R23-197 Building Condition Assessments with Energy Savings Recommendations and Two Accessibility Audits, be accepted at a cost of $169,317.07 (including HST less HST rebate) subject to the negotiation of a contract satisfactory to the General Manager, Health and Human Services, and the Chief Legal Officer.

That Council direct administration to bring back a report in the Spring of 2024 with costing associated to a backyard chicken program for all of Chatham-Kent.

That the following items be approved as presented: 14(a), 14(b), 14(c), 14(d), 15(a), 15(b), 15(c), 15(d), 15(e), 15(f), 15(g), 16(c), 17(a), 18(b), 18(c), 18(d), 19(a), 19(b), 19(c), 20(e), 20(f), 20(g), 21(a), 22(a), 22(b), 22(c), 22(d), 22(e), 22(f), 22(g), 22(h), 22(i), 22(j).

Zoning By-law Amendment application File D-14 CH/38/23/C, to rezone the subject lands, in Part of Lot 6 & 7, Part of the Road Allowance Between Lots 6 & 7, Concession 2, in the Community of Chatham (Township), to Holding-Residential Medium Density Second-1691 (H-RM2-1691), to be subject to removal of the H-Holding Symbol, once identified site improvements have been made to the satisfaction of the Municipality;

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

That Chatham-Kent Council adjourn to its next Meeting to be held on Monday, September 25, 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.

The tender award in the amount of $105,575.90 (including HST) for T23-273 (Supply and Installation of Extruded Cold Plastic Pavement Markings) be awarded to McGuinness Coating Ltd.

be changed to $100,000.

The 2024 Council Meeting Schedule (Attachment A) be approved.

That Chatham-Kent Council send a letter of support to the Town of Midland with regard to their Catch and Release resolution.

Consent application File B-94/23, to sever a surplus dwelling (6854 St. Philippe Line) on a new 0.98 ha. (2.43 ac.) lot, shown as Part 1 on the applicant

The 2023 Municipal Comprehensive Review Report (25-Year Growth Forecasts, Land Supply and Land Needs Analysis) prepared by Watson & Associates Economists Ltd., be adopted.

That administration prepare an updated report for the March 4, 2024 Council meeting outlining potential Incentive options only, both to encourage the preservation of existing woodlots and to encourage the expansion of tree cover across the Municipality. The report shall also propose options for further public consultation regarding the various incentive options.

That when the report returns to Council, administration consider the need for the Natural Heritage Committee of the Whole and the potential to dissolve the Committee, seeing how it is no longer active.

Action items listed on Appendix B be removed from the Council Action list and no further action occur on these items.

$3,000,000 of the 2023 projected surplus be transferred to the Tax Rate Stabilization Reserve for use in the 2024-2027 Multi-Year Budget to fund one-time budget requests.

SC Consulting be appointed as the Integrity Commissioner/Closed Meeting Investigator for the Municipality of Chatham-Kent for a two-year period, plus two 1 year extensions, if desired by both parties.

Councillor Jubenville presented a notice of motion regarding the Natural Heritage Committee of the Whole. The matter will be added to the November 27, 2023 Council agenda for discussion and voting.

Councillor Jubenville presented a notice of motion regarding Water Wells along the Hydro One St. Clair Transmission Line. This motion will be added to the next regular Council Agenda.

That Chatham Kent Municipal Council send a letter to Hydro One, asking them for more information on how they intend to address the potential impact on the integrity of the water wells from the projects.

Councillor Jubenville withdrew her motion.

The existing lease agreement with Chatham Minor Baseball Association (CMBA) regarding Rotary Park in Chatham be terminated.

Consent Application File B-119/23 to sever a surplus dwelling (8336 Wren Line) on a new lot, approximately 0.88 ha (2.18 ac.) in area, shown as Parts 1 & 2 on the applicant

By-law 111-2022, a by-law to delegate certain routine approvals be repealed.

"That the January 15, 2024 Council Information Package be received."

Councillor Jubenville presented a notice of motion regarding Ward Boundary and Size of Council Review.

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

as additional permitted uses, and to exempt the property from Section 4.40(b), Agri-Tourism Use, be approved, and the implementing by-law be adopted.

1. The existing size of Council membership to decrease the size of Council, providing various options."

2. The review should include consideration of respecting communities of interest, and options to ensure both rural and urban voices are represented and included in each ward,

That the February 26, 2024 Council Information Package be received.

Chatham-Kent Council is opposed in principle to the application, and calls on the Province to reject the applications for a waste processing, storage and transfer and landfilling facility currently open for public comments;

"That the March 18, 2024 Closed Session Report be approved."

Implement policies to permit additional detached dwellings in rural areas, including on farm and non-farm properties, and;

The Director of Housing Services be authorized to enter into a 12-month sole source agreement with ROCK Missions to provide housing-focused outreach services with the possibility to renew for one additional one-year term.

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

The contract for RFP R24-211 Council Composition and Ward Boundary Review be awarded to Strategy Corp in the amount of $68,251.50 (including HST) and funded from the Strategic Development Reserve (Account #17266).

The tender in the amount of $2,938,000.00, including HST for the Bear Line Regional Park – Phase 1 be awarded to Gillier Construction Inc.

The 2024 lifecycle replacement of municipal workstation/computers be awarded to Dell Technologies through the Ontario Education Collaborative Marketplace (OECM) End-User Computing Devices and Services agreement at a total value of $670,951 including HST.

The RFP # R24-177 be awarded to Waste Connections Canada (WCC) to service forty-three (43) Chatham-Kent municipal facilities for a one-year term at an estimated cost of $61,896 (including HST), with a possible two, one-year extensions.

In keeping with the MCK’s declaration of a climate emergency, other areas should be assessed to ensure we are protecting the environment and also ensuring the safety of our citizens.

Prior to any tree removal, the Ontario Ministry of the Environment, the LTVCA and the Sydenham Field Naturalists be consulted to determine if roosting, nesting or migratory habitats will be affected.

A second opinion regarding the 30 trees on Victoria Avenue slated for removal or potential removal, be commissioned to an arborist with a stated emphasis on preservation.”

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

That administration draft a by-law that may include, but not limited to:

"That the pilot project include residential properties over 1 acre."

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

“That the following items be approved as presented: 15(a), 15(b), 15(c), 18(b), 19(1), 20(a), 21(d), 21(e), 21(h)”

The Public Conduct Policy, a policy identifying and responding to behaviour that qualifies as misconduct, be approved.

Councillor Jubenville presented a notice of motion regarding Chatham-Kent being an unwilling host for future IESO Wind Energy Procurements in Chatham-Kent.

"That the Council Information Package be received for information."

Administration be directed to carry out public consultation regarding:

Therefore be it resolved that Chatham-Kent Council does not support the establishment of any new wind turbine projects within the municipality;

"That the Council Information Package be received for information."

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

associated with Transitional Housing Program be awarded to NOW Housing.

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.

Procedure By-law # 57-2023, a procedure by-law governing council, committees and local boards of the municipality of Chatham-Kent and the Conduct of its members, be repealed.

Consent application File B-63/24 to sever a surplus dwelling (9808 Base Line) and three (3) outbuildings, on a new 1.8 ha (4.45 ac.) lot, shown as Part 1 on the applicant’s sketch,

Strategy Corp bring back options for Council composition of 13-15 (inclusive of the Mayor).

Strategy Corp include the option of keeping the Council number status quo.

In-person deputations are permitted for the October 21st Council meeting (open session) regarding the next phase of this proposal.

The Municipality of Chatham-Kent purchase the 3.02 acres (1.223 hectares) 110 Sandys Street, Chatham, Property Identification Number 00539-0221, from Jarlette Health Services for $1,699,000, plus any associated closing costs.

Councillor Jubenville presented a notice of motion regarding the Chatham-Kent Community Hub.

Councillor Jubenville presented a notice of motion regarding Referendum on the Chatham-Kent Community Hub.

The Asset Management Overview Document be adopted by Council.

The amendment to the Responsible Animal Ownership By-law No. 170-2021 regulating a two-year pilot program for backyard chickens in “rural residential” and “village residential” zones, except in the Community of Erieau, as defined by the Comprehensive Zoning By-law No. 216-2009, as amended, be approved.

“That Council direct Administration to complete a report pursuant to the Municipal Elections Act complete with how to proceed in the most efficient and fiscally responsible way with a Referendum in Chatham-Kent.”

"That the Information Package be received for information."

Zoning By-law Amendment application File D-14 CH/32/24/P be approved and the implementing by-law be adopted."

Official Plan Amendment, being OPA No. 84, in the Municipality of Chatham-Kent, to amend policies regarding Housing, be approved, and the implementing by-law adopted.

The attached Drainage and Municipal Works Roster list (Appendix B) be approved for a period of one-year, with the option for two additional one-year terms.

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

The Director, Information Technology & Transformation and Director, Legal Services be authorized to enter into Information Technology related mutual aid agreements with other municipal organizations.

Councillor Jubenville presented a notice of motion regarding invoking the Notwithstanding Clause to address encampments.

“That the following items be approved as presented: 15(a), 15(b), 16(a), 16(b), 17(b), 17(c), 19(a), 19(b), 20(a), 20(b), 20(c), 21(a), 21(b), 22(a), 22(c).”

“That any new non union hire over a salary of $100,000 require the approval of Council. This policy will include all employment, including replacement hires.”

The Municipality of Chatham-Kent opposes the use of the notwithstanding clause by the Government of Ontario in connection with any legislation that would facilitate the eviction or displacement of encampment residents.

The Technically Preferred Alternative of Re-Align Road for Site #2, located near 9250 Glasgow Line,

The Alternative of Retain and Protect for Site #2, located near 9250 Glasgow Line,

The Technically Preferred Alternative of Retain and Protect for Site #1, located near 9112 Glasgow Line, as outlined in the Sydenham River Slope Stabilization, Glasgow Line and Short Line Municipal Class Environmental Assessment, be approved and implemented through 2025 and 2026.

The Chief Administrative Officer and the Chief Financial Officer be authorized to execute a contribution agreement with the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation

a Public Meeting under the Planning Act be held on February 24, 2025, during the Council Planning meeting to consider amendments to the Zoning By-law to permit four (4) residential units on serviced urban residential properties

That the following items be approved as presented: 14(a), 14(b), 15(a), 15(b), 15(c), 15(d), 17(b), 18(a), 18(b), 18(d), 18(f), 18(h), 19(b), 19(c).

leasing a portion of the St. Clair College Community Park to Tennis Clubs of Canada and 1000476522 Ontario Inc. (TCC) for its construction and operation of a year-round domed tennis facility.

That the meeting be extended until 10:15 p.m.

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 the following items be approved as presented: 14(a), 15(b), 15(c), 15(d), 16(b), 16(c).

That Council direct administration to bring a by law of option 15-1 of the Strategy Corps report at the March 3, 2025 Council meeting for voting.

Administration be authorized to demolish the entire school building structure, including the gymnasium located at 55 Croydon Street, Chatham to prepare the site for future developments and eliminate risks as well as operating costs of maintaining the structure.

That Chatham-Kent Council adjourn to its next Meeting to be held on Monday, March 3, 2025 and that Chatham-Kent Council authorize itself to meet in closed session on that day to discuss any matters permitted by The Municipal Act.

As directed by Council, a by-law to reestablish the wards and council composition be approved.

That Chatham-Kent Council send a letter to Minister Calandra and Premier Doug Ford and the provincial government opposing any legislation that would allow for the removal of a duly elected municipal official

That Chatham-Kent Council send a letter of support to the City of Brampton for their resolution on Driver Training and Examinations Auditor General Report.

That Chatham-Kent Council send a letter of support for the Resolution by the City of Sarnia re Carbon Tax.

Councillor Jubenville presented a notice of motion regarding 29831 Irish School Road, York 1 Waste Processing, Storage and Transfer.

That Chatham-Kent Council adjourn to its next Meeting to be held on Monday, April 28, 2025

Chatham-Kent Council is still opposed in principle, to the use of this property as waste processing, storage and transfer and landfilling facility

the meeting be extended to 10:15 p.m.

the Closed Session Report for April 28, 2025 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.

92% of the accumulated tax arrears, interest, and penalty, on property roll number 3650 442 008 08600, be written off, of which the balance is $754,629.90

Council requests that the Mayor's Office write a letter to all other Ontario Municipalities, AMO, ROMA and FCM

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

Zoning By-law Amendment application File D-14 CH/22/25/O be approved and the implementing by-law be adopted.

to a site-specific Agricultural-1750 (A1-1750) Zone, to permit a kennel

Zoning By-law Amendment application File D-14 DO/14/25/M, be approved, and the implementing by-law be adopted.

That the Drainage Board Recommendations be approved.

in support of the Mitchell's Bay Area Association to recognize Mitchell's Bay as a Canada Post mailing place name

That the Council Information Package be received for information.

That the Mayor's Office, on behalf of Chatham-Kent Council send acknowledgement and thank you to Chief Thomas and the Walpole Island First Nations Council for all the work they have done in helping our community thus far with regard to Bill 5 and the Dresden concerns.

Council calls on the Province to reverse its decision to permit a landfill just north of Dresden at 29831 Irish School Road, without a full EA process

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

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

with 100 King Street Holdings Inc. and Chatham King Street LP, owners of 100 King Street West, Community of Chatham (City), to provide an annual grant equivalent to 100% of the increase in municipal property taxes

to rezone the lands known as 650 Park Street, in Part of Park Lot 3, Plan 133, in the Community of Dresden, to Residential Medium Density Second (RM2), to facilitate a change of use from a Senior Citizen Dwelling to an Apartment Dwelling, be approved

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

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

rezone the severed lands to a new site-specific Agricultural-1759 (A1-1759) Zone to permit an Agricultural Processing Facility as an additional permitted use

the tender award in the amount of $6,474,900.00 (including HST) for the Thames River Slope Stabilization, Thames Street be awarded to Clarke Construction Inc.

That the annual permit fee be amended to $75 for the first year, to be re-evaluated after one year to determine the permit fee needed for full cost recovery.

That encampments are not allowed on the PUC property, O'Neil Nature Preserve, Mud Creek Park and Kingston Park.

Councillor Jubenville presented a Notice of Motion regarding Establishing a Treatment Facility and Supportive Housing Centre.

the following amendments to the Municipal Encampment Protocol from the August 11, 2025 Council Meeting be reconsidered

reduce the set back of 100 metres from a habitable residence or business, with a set back of 25 metres from a habitable residence or business.

By-law enforcement services for the Encampment Response Protocol be single-sourced to Royal Protective Services, at a total value not to exceed $238,882, including HST

That Chatham-Kent Council direct Staff to investigate and present options for establishing partnerships with treatment facilities to reduce the time between detox and admission into recovery/treatment programs.

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

A By-Law to provide appointments of Contractual Encampment Enforcement Officers to enforce By-law # 111-2025

That the Council Information Package be received for information.

That Chatham-Kent Council send a letter of support for the Resolution of the Township of Woolwich re Strong Mayor Powers.

That Chatham-Kent Council send a letter of support for the resolution of the Municipality of Tweed re Collaborative Action on Sustainable Waste Management in Ontario.

Administration be directed to enter into a lease agreement with FLT Energy Inc. for approximately 8.9 hectares (22 acres) of municipally-owned industrially zoned land that is currently farmed located off of Mitton Line in Ridgetown

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

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

this item be postponed until complete ongoing costs of this proposal can be prepared by administration for Council and public review.

the Municipality of Chatham-Kent purchase the 6.20 acres (2.509 hectares) 92 Churchill Street, Chatham Property Identification Number 00534-0202 from the Lambton Kent District School Board (LKDSB) for $1,625,000.

the Municipality of Chatham-Kent purchase 398 Park Street, Chatham Property Identification Number 00509-0166 for $290,000

permit the installation of a non-conforming monument in Dresden cemetery by Lance Babcock and the Griffith Family non-conforming monument request at Maple Leaf Cemetery.

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 Council reconsider the previous decision regarding Unwilling Host for IESO Wind Energy Procurements in Chatham-Kent.

in support of the Mitchell's Bay Area Association to recognize Mitchell's Bay as a Canada Post mailing place name

That Council reconsider the previous decision regarding Request for a Canada Post Mailing Place Name.

That the Council Information Package be received for information.

That Chatham-Kent Council write a letter of support for the Resolution from Halton Region re Public Safety Requirements to Protect Our Communities.

rezone the lot addition lands to the site-specific Agricultural-1763 (A1-1763) zone to match the zoning of the receiving parcel

rezone the retained parcel to a site-specific Agricultural-1763 (A1-1763) zone to recognize the resulting lot area being 1.3 ha (3.2 ac.)

SC Consulting be appointed from November 26, 2025 to November 25, 2027 as the Integrity Commissioner/Closed Meeting Investigator for the Municipality of Chatham-Kent.

the Council Information Package be received for information.

Chatham-Kent Council send a letter of support to the Minister of Education for the position taken by the Lambton Kent District School Board

rezone the severed parcel to a site-specific Agricultural-1767 (A1-1767) Zone that permits two (2) single detached dwellings on a surplus dwelling lot with an area greater than 0.8 ha (1.98 ac.)

the following items be approved as presented: 15(a), 15(b), 15(c), 15(d), 15(e), 16(a), 17(c), 18(c), 18(d), 19(c), 19(d), 19(e), 21(a).

calls on the Government of Ontario to maintain local, independent, municipally governed, watershed-based conservation authorities

Part A: Infrastructure and installation services to Thames Communications Ltd. for $9,746,739.79 (including HST).

Administration be directed to prepare a Report and proposed key RFP terms, for an evaluation of the current encampment response and transitional cabins project, with a maximum budget of $55,000.

Councillor Jubenville presented a notice of motion regarding harm reduction services at Pathways on Park.

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

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

Two members of Council, with one of the Councillors appointed being from the Ward affected by the current encampment, be approved.

the Council Information Package be received for information.

the Municipal Services Corporation can be created pursuant to Section 203 of the Municipal Act for the purposes of holding the municipality's equity interests in the future jointly owned Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) Energy from Waste facility with Greenfield Global Inc.

Amendments to By-law 159-2025 User Fee By-law, attached as Appendix A, be approved for 2026

Councillor Jubenville presented a notice of motion regarding Highway 40 Safety Concerns (Chatham to Wallaceburg).

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

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

the Mayor write to the Minister of Transportation, the Honourable Prabmeet Sarkaria, to undertake an operational review of Highway 40 from Chatham to Wallaceburg

Chatham-Kent Council send a letter of support for the resolution from the Township of Southgate regarding Support for Bill 21, Protect Our Food Act, 2025.

Chatham-Kent Council send a letter of support for the resolution from the Town of Cochrane on behalf of the OPP Detachment Board - James Bay East regarding Provincial Bail Notification Program.

to sever a surplus dwelling (10962 Merritt Line) on a new 1.49 ha. (3.7 ac.) lot