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103 civic action(s) tagged parks across 50 meeting date(s) (2022-11-21 to 2026-03-23).

Related Councillors

Allin, Anderson, B. McGregor, Bondy, C. McGregor, Canniff, Ceccacci, Crew, Doyle, Finn, Hall, Harrigan, Jubenville, McDonald, McGrail, Pinsonneault, Storey, Thompson, Wright

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2022-11-21 — Pickleball Courts Tender (Community Building Fund)

The tender be awarded to Westhoek Construction as the lowest bidder for construction of a total of 8 pickleball courts in the communities of Blenheim, Dresden, Tilbury and Wallaceburg in the amount of $627,581.70 (HST included.)

Source: Council Meeting - November 21 2022 (Minutes) — Item 13d

2022-11-21 — Intercounty Baseball League Team Agreement

The five-year agreement between the Intercounty Baseball League (IBL) team and the Municipality of Chatham-Kent be approved.

Source: Council Meeting - November 21 2022 (Minutes) — Item 18a

2022-11-21 — Notice of Motion - Safety Improvements to Erieau Beach

Councillor Thompson presented a notice of motion regarding Safety Improvements to Erieau Beach. This motion will be added to the December 5, 2022 Council Meeting.

Source: Council Meeting - November 21 2022 (Minutes) — Item 21a

2022-12-05 — Additional Work Q22-308 Pool Liner Replacement, Howard Community Pool, Ridgetown

Replacement of Pool Liner at Howard Community Pool, Ridgetown

Source: Council Meeting - December 5 2022 (Minutes) — Item 16b

2022-12-05 — Motion re Safety Improvements to Erieau Beach (Councillor Thompson)

Motion by Councillor Thompson re Safety Improvements to Erieau Beach

Source: Council Meeting - December 5 2022 (Minutes) — Item 16d

2023-01-16 — Pickleball Court Expansion Strategy

Pickleball Court Expansion Strategy (information report)

Source: Combined Council Meeting - January 16 2023 (Minutes) — Item 18(b)

2023-01-16 — Kyle Park Future Development and Community Engagement

Engage in negotiations with interested community groups to develop the area referred to as Kyle Park in the Community of Blenheim

Source: Combined Council Meeting - January 16 2023 (Minutes) — Item 18(c)

2023-02-06 — Blenheim Memorial Arena Ice Plant Replacement

The ice plant at Blenheim Memorial Arena be planned for replacement with a natural refrigerant system.

Source: Council Meeting - February 6 2023 (Minutes) — Item 18(b)

2023-02-06 — Notice of Motion - Arena Usage Report

Councillor Ceccacci presented a notice of motion asking administration to provide Council with an updated usage report regarding our 10 arenas.

Source: Council Meeting - February 6 2023 (Minutes) — Item 20(a)

2023-03-06 — Tender Award T23-100 Municipal Grass Cutting

The Municipality enter into a five (5) year agreement for the 2023-2027 Municipal Grass Cutting Contract, No. T23-100, with the following tenderers that submitted compliant bids:

Source: Council Meeting - March 6 2023 (Minutes) — Item 15(a)

2023-03-06 — 2023 Parks Lifecycle Projects Supplemental

2023 Parks Lifecycle Projects - Supplemental

Source: Council Meeting - March 6 2023 (Minutes) — Item 20(f)

2023-03-27 — Solvay Park Ball Diamond Update

Proceeds of $115,000 from the contracted sale of the ball diamond area at 1 Solvay Drive, Blenheim be allocated to the Capital Budget for the purpose of constructing a new ball diamond in Blenheim.

Source: Council Meeting - March 27 2023 (Minutes) — Item 17(b)

2023-03-27 — Wheatley Arena Improvements

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.

Source: Council Meeting - March 27 2023 (Minutes) — Item 17(d)

2023-03-27 — Fergie Jenkins Statue Unveiling Ceremony

Administration be authorized to spend up to $20,000 for costs associated with the delivery and promotion of the event, to be funded from the Together CK reserve.

Source: Council Meeting - March 27 2023 (Minutes) — Item 18(b)

2023-03-27 — Veteran Memorials Renovations

Parks, Recreation and Cemeteries complete the projects at the various veteran memorial parks in accordance with the Purchasing By-law, and the value of those projects will not exceed $200,000.

Source: Council Meeting - March 27 2023 (Minutes) — Item 18(c)

2023-03-27 — Notice of motion - Maximizing seasonal usage of Splash Pads

Councillor Brock McGregor presented a notice of motion regarding the maximizing the seasonal usage of Splash Pads. This motion will be added to the April 3, 2023 Council Agenda for discussion and voting.

Source: Council Meeting - March 27 2023 (Minutes) — Item 22(a)

2023-04-03 — Cemetery Operations Information UpdateNeeds human review

Councillor C. McGregor asked if mini excavators would be a benefit to Public Works as well as the Cemeteries area.

Source: Council Meeting - April 3 2023 (Minutes) — Item 19(a)

2023-04-03 — Budget Allocation for Parks, Trails, and Cemeteries Operating Funding

This report was approved as part of the Consent Agenda.

Source: Council Meeting - April 3 2023 (Minutes) — Item 19(g)

2023-04-03 — Maximizing Seasonal Usage of Splash Pads

That Council direct administration to review the opening and closing dates of all splash pads in Chatham-Kent, with the goal of maximizing seasonal usage. And that these changes be made as soon as possible.

Source: Council Meeting - April 3 2023 (Minutes) — Item 19(h)

2023-04-24 — Motion by Councillor C. McGregor re Rental of two Mini Excavators

That the motion by Councillor C. McGregor re rental of two mini excavators be referred back to administration for the May 29 meeting for further information on costs and potential usage.

Source: Combined Council Meeting - April 24 2023 (Minutes) — Item 20(b)

2023-05-29 — Dresden Dog Off-Leash Recreation Area

Dresden Dog Off-Leash Recreation Area

Source: Council Meeting - May 29 2023 (Minutes) — Item 19(d)

2023-05-29 — St. Clair College Donation of Land for Recreational Purposes

St. Clair College Donation of Land for Recreational Purposes

Source: Council Meeting - May 29 2023 (Minutes) — Item 19(e)

2023-05-29 — Aqua City lease and profit-sharing agreement

That Council authorize the General Manager, Infrastructure & Engineering Services to negotiate and approve a lease and profit-sharing agreement with Aqua City, regarding: use of portions of CK land for a kiosk tent and storage container, non-exclusive parking rights, and profit sharing, subject to terms of the lease and profit sharing agreement being satisfactory to the Chief Financial Officer and Director, Legal Services;

Source: Council Meeting - May 29 2023 (Minutes) — Item 19(g)

2023-07-10 — Trial Period for Reduced Ice Rental Rates

Trial Period for Reduced Ice Rental Rates

Source: Combined Council Meeting - July 10 2023 (Minutes) — Item 21(d)

2023-07-10 — Taylor Park Redevelopment Project - Community of Chatham

Taylor Park Redevelopment Project – Community of Chatham

Source: Combined Council Meeting - July 10 2023 (Minutes) — Item 21(e)

2023-07-10 — Construction of the Multi-Use Pump Track Project - Community of Chatham

Construction of the Multi-Use Pump Track Project – Community of Chatham

Source: Combined Council Meeting - July 10 2023 (Minutes) — Item 21(f)

2023-07-10 — Storage Unit at Steinhoff Park, Community of Wallaceburg

Storage Unit at Steinhoff Park, Community of Wallaceburg

Source: Combined Council Meeting - July 10 2023 (Minutes) — Item 21(g)

2023-08-14 — Chatham Lawn Bowling Clubhouse Decommissioning

The Chatham Lawn Bowling Clubhouse located in Tecumseh Park be demolished at an estimated cost of $58,760 (HST included) and be funded from the Parks – Rec Fac Lifecycle Reserve.

Source: Combined Council Meeting - August 14 2023 (Minutes) — Item 22(b)

2023-08-14 — Motion on Splash Pad Operations

All Chatham-Kent splash pads operate utilizing a sixteen-week season each summer with additional annual costs of $22,323 be referred to the 2024-2027 budget.

Source: Combined Council Meeting - August 14 2023 (Minutes) — Item 22(c)

2023-08-14 — Regional Park Development Along Bear Line Road

The preliminary landscape plan for the Regional Park along Bear Line Road be adopted.
Further engagement with impacted user groups be conducted to inform future site plan revisions and timelines on phased implementation.

Source: Combined Council Meeting - August 14 2023 (Minutes) — Item 22(d)

2023-09-11 — Naming of the Bryon Fluker Memorial Trail

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

Source: Council Meeting - September 11 2023 (Minutes)

2023-09-11 — Wallaceburg and Chatham Minor Baseball Scoreboard Agreements

Wallaceburg Minor Baseball Association (WMBA) be authorized to fundraise for the cost of a new electronic scoreboard to be located at Andy Johnson Field at Kinsmen Park in Wallaceburg.

Source: Council Meeting - September 11 2023 (Minutes)

2023-10-30 — Incentive Options for Woodlot Conservation

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.

Source: Council Meeting - October 30 2023 (Minutes) — Item 16(c)

2023-10-30 — Native Plant and Tree Nursery Project UpdateNeeds human review

Native Plant and Tree Nursery Project Update (information report)

Source: Council Meeting - October 30 2023 (Minutes) — Item 20(d)

2023-11-06 — Designated Fire Lanes - Erieau

The designated fire lanes in the community of Erieau identified as surplus in this report be listed for sale through the Disposition of Property By-Law.

Source: Council Meeting - November 6 2023 (Minutes) — Item 22(d) - Designated Fire Lanes Erieau

2023-11-27 — Lease Agreement with Chatham Minor Baseball Association

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

Source: Council Meeting - November 27 2023 (Minutes) — Item 20a

2023-12-11 — Advertising in Municipal Arenas

That the report be referred back to administration for a report on what this would cost and feasibility to bring the service in house and if there is the possibility of the user groups playing a role.

Source: Combined Council Meeting - December 11 2023 (Minutes) — Item 20a

2023-12-11 — Notice of Motion re CK Field of Dreams

Councillor Crew presented a notice of motion regarding CK Field of Dreams. The matter will be added to the January 15, 2023 Council agenda for discussion and voting.

Source: Combined Council Meeting - December 11 2023 (Minutes) — Item 22a

2024-01-15 — Wheatley Arena Improvements

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.

Source: Combined Council Meeting - January 15 2024 (Minutes) — Item 18(b)

2024-01-15 — Motion by Councillor Crew re CK Field of Dreams

Motion by Councillor Crew re CK Field of Dreams

Source: Combined Council Meeting - January 15 2024 (Minutes) — Item 18(j)

2024-02-05 — Public WiFi in Chatham-Kent Recreational Buildings

Councillor Harrigan presented a notice of motion regarding public WiFi in Chatham-Kent recreational buildings.

Source: Council Meeting - February 5 2024 (Minutes) — Item 22(a)

2024-02-05 — Letter of Support - Blenheim Golden Acres Curling ClubNeeds human review

"That a letter of support be sent to the Blenheim Golden Acres Curling Club to be included in their Ontario Trillium Foundation Grant application."

Source: Council Meeting - February 5 2024 (Minutes) — Item 24(a)

2024-02-26 — Public Wi-Fi in Chatham-Kent Recreational Buildings

“That staff prepare a business case for debate and discussion for public Wi-Fi in arenas for the 2025 budget

Source: Combined Council Meeting - February 26 2024 (Minutes) — Item 17(g)

2024-04-29 — Tender Award - Bear Line Regional Park - Phase 1

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.

Source: Combined Council Meeting - April 29 2024 (Minutes) — Item 15(b)

2024-04-29 — Review of Municipal Day Camps

Councillor Brock McGregor presented a notice of motion regarding Review of Municipal Day Camps. The matter will be added to the May 13, 2024 agenda for discussion and voting.

Source: Combined Council Meeting - April 29 2024 (Minutes) — Item 22(a)

2024-05-13 — Motion by Councillor B. McGregor re Review of Municipal Day Camps

Motion by Councillor B. McGregor re Review of Municipal Day Camps

Source: Council Meeting - May 13 2024 (Minutes) — Item 22(a)

2024-06-10 — A.L.L. for Kids Program Information Update

Activity, Leisure, Lessons (A.L.L) for Kids Program Information Update (information report)

Source: Council Meeting - June 10 2024 (Minutes) — Item 18(b)

2024-06-24 — Permanent Closure of the Access to Burns Beach (Raleigh)

The permanent closure of the access to “Burns Beach” at the south limit of Dillon Road be approved.

Source: Combined Council Meeting - June 24 2024 (Minutes) — Item 21(a)

2024-06-24 — Field of Dreams Baseball Project

The Field of Dreams Committee be authorized to fundraise for the capital cost of constructing a new fully accessible regulation size baseball diamond, pending final Council approval of location and municipal budget impacts.

Source: Combined Council Meeting - June 24 2024 (Minutes) — Item 21(c)

2024-06-24 — Blenheim Dog Off-Leash Recreation Area

Blenheim Dog Off-Leash Recreation Area

Source: Combined Council Meeting - June 24 2024 (Minutes) — Item 21(d)

2024-06-24 — Tilbury Dog Off-Leash Recreation Area

Tilbury Dog Off-Leash Recreation Area

Source: Combined Council Meeting - June 24 2024 (Minutes) — Item 21(e)

2024-09-09 — Chatham-Kent Dream Field Project UpdateNeeds human review

The report was received for information.

Source: Council Meeting - September 9 2024 (Minutes) — Item 18(a)

2024-09-23 — Motion by Councillor Ceccacci re Rondeau Park Barrier Beach

Motion by Councillor Ceccacci re Rondeau Park Barrier Beach

Source: Combined Council Meeting - September 23 2024 (Minutes) — Item 16(b)

2024-10-07 — Recreation Facility Funding OpportunitiesNeeds human review

This report was received for information.

Source: Council Meeting - October 7 2024 (Minutes) — Item 19(c)

2024-10-07 — Blenheim Tennis CourtsNeeds human review

This report was received for information.

Source: Council Meeting - October 7 2024 (Minutes) — Item 19(d)

2024-12-09 — Bothwell Arena Canteen Operating Agreement

Bothwell Arena Canteen Operating Agreement

Source: Council Meeting - December 9 2024 (Minutes) — Item 23(a)

2024-12-16 — Motion on Accessible Recreational AmenitiesNeeds human review

Council received the report for information.

Source: Combined Council Meeting - December 16 2024 (Minutes) — Item 22(d)

2025-01-13 — Divestment of Clearville Park

Councillor Wright presented a notice of motion regarding the Divestment of Clearville Park.

Source: Council Meeting - January 13 2025 (Minutes) — Item 17(a)

2025-01-27 — Tennis Dome Facility Lease - St. Clair College Community Park

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.

Source: Combined Council Meeting - January 27 2025 (Minutes) — Item 18(e)

2025-02-10 — Clearville Park Divestment

Divestment of Clearville Park is deferred until a full consultation has been undertaken with users of Clearville Park and surrounding areas.

Source: Council Meeting - February 10 2025 (Minutes) — Item 16(d)

2025-02-24 — Rotary Park and Fergie Jenkins Field Improvements

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

Source: Combined Council Meeting - February 24 2025 (Minutes) — Item 16(a)

2025-02-24 — 2024 Recreation Summer Camp ReviewNeeds human review

2024 Recreation Summer Camp Review (information report)

Source: Combined Council Meeting - February 24 2025 (Minutes) — Item 18(a)

2025-03-17 — Physical Literacy Chatham-Kent ProjectNeeds human review

Physical Literacy Chatham-Kent Project (information report and presentation by Chris Sherman). The report was received for information.

Source: Combined Council Meeting - March 17 2025 (Minutes) — Item 17(b)

2025-04-07 — Taylor Park Revitalization Project

with Clarke Construction Inc. for construction of hard surface walkways and recreation amenities at Taylor Park

Source: Council Meeting - April 7 2025 (Minutes) — Item 20(g)

2025-04-07 — Chatham Minor Girls Softball - Blythe Park Agreement

with the Chatham Minor Girls Softball Association concerning use of Blythe Park in Chatham

Source: Council Meeting - April 7 2025 (Minutes) — Item 20(h)

2025-05-12 — Naming of Wheatley Arboretum Trail Phase 2

the Wheatley Arboretum and Learning Trail Phase 2 be named Doc. McKibben Way.

Source: Council Meeting - May 12 2025 (Minutes) — Item 17(a)

2025-06-09 — St. Clair College Community Park - Phase 2Needs human review

St. Clair College Community Park - Phase 2 (information report)

Source: Council Meeting - June 9 2025 (Minutes) — Item 18(a)

2025-06-09 — Expanding the Community Gardens Program

Councillor McDonald presented a notice of motion regarding Expanding the Community Gardens Program.

Source: Council Meeting - June 9 2025 (Minutes) — Item 21(a)

2025-06-23 — Ridgetown Arena Parking Lot Improvements (T25-143)

for the Ridgetown Arena Parking Lot Improvements be awarded to Gillier Construction Inc.

Source: Combined Council Meeting - June 23 2025 (Minutes) — Item 14(f)

2025-06-23 — Expanding the Community Gardens Program

Council authorize Chatham-Kent administration to provide a report outlining the possibility of partnering with Public Health by expanding the current Community Gardens program to all wards.

Source: Combined Council Meeting - June 23 2025 (Minutes) — Item 19(a)

2025-07-14 — CCTV Camera Expansion

That the following locations have CCTV cameras implemented, with one-time costs of $94,000 paid from the strategic reserve, and ongoing operating expenses of $32,000 to be included in the 2026 budget update.

Source: Combined Council Meeting - July 14 2025 (Minutes) — Item 20(a)

2025-08-11 — Encampment Protocol - 10m from Recreational Paths

10 metres away from a recreational path.

Source: Combined Council Meeting - August 11 2025 (Minutes) — Item 18(a)

2025-08-11 — Encampment Protocol - Close/Adjust Recreation Amenities (initial)

That Council direct administration to close or adjust recreation amenities that are inconsistent with the protocols outlined in this motion.

Source: Combined Council Meeting - August 11 2025 (Minutes) — Item 18(a)

2025-08-11 — Encampments - Prohibit on Specified Parks (Defeated)

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

Source: Combined Council Meeting - August 11 2025 (Minutes) — Item 18(a)

2025-08-11 — Encampments - Reconsider Recreation Amenities (1st, Defeated)

That the following motion be reconsidered: j) That Council direct administration to close or adjust recreation amenities

Source: Combined Council Meeting - August 11 2025 (Minutes) — Item 18(a)

2025-08-11 — Encampments - Reconsider Recreation Amenities (2nd, Carried)

That the following motion be reconsidered (second attempt)

Source: Combined Council Meeting - August 11 2025 (Minutes) — Item 18(a)

2025-08-11 — Encampments - Recreation Amenities Re-Vote (Defeated)

j. That Council direct administration to close or adjust recreation amenities that are inconsistent with the protocols outlined in this motion (re-vote).

Source: Combined Council Meeting - August 11 2025 (Minutes) — Item 18(a)

2025-08-25 — Parks and Recreation Master Plan UpdateNeeds human review

Parks and Recreation Master Plan Update (presentation by Ian Clark, Manager, Parks, Recreation and Cemeteries)

Source: Council Meeting - August 25 2025 (Minutes) — Item 14(a)

2025-09-08 — Chatham-Kent Dream Field Project - Detailed Design

a procurement package be issued for the detailed design of the Dream Field Project following receipt of funds from the Dream Field Committee

Source: Council Meeting - September 8 2025 (Minutes) — Item 18(c)

2025-09-08 — Recreation Summer Camp Review - Fee Freeze

That Stay n Play camp fees be frozen until the next 4 year budget update

Source: Council Meeting - September 8 2025 (Minutes) — Item 18(d)

2025-11-03 — CASO Trail Damage and Improper Use

Councillor Wright presented a Notice of Motion regarding Damage and Improper Use of the CASO Trail.

Source: Council Meeting - November 3 2025 (Minutes) — Item 19(a)

2025-11-03 — Ice Allocation Policy Review

Councillor Ceccacci presented a Notice of Motion regarding Ice Allocation Policy Review.

Source: Council Meeting - November 3 2025 (Minutes) — Item 19(a)

2025-11-17 — Motion - Damage and Improper Use of the CASO Trail

administration consult with Entegrus and Chatham-Kent Police Services regarding options to address and prevent damage and improper use of the CASO trail

Source: Combined Council Meeting - November 17 2025 (Minutes) — Item 22(c)

2025-11-17 — Motion - Seasonal Ice User Policy Review and Update

administration consult with associations and user groups and review current processes and provide council with a report that include potential recommendations and possible improvements.

Source: Combined Council Meeting - November 17 2025 (Minutes) — Item 22(e)

2025-12-01 — Tender Award T25-302 - St. Clair College Community Park, Phase 2 (Westhoek)

St. Clair College Community Park, Phase 2 be awarded to Westhoek Construction Limited in the amount of $3,303,906.71 (including HST).

Source: Council Meeting - December 01 2025 (Minutes) — Item 16(a)

2025-12-15 — Parks and Recreation Master Plan - Recommendation 1 (Adoption)

The 2025 Parks and Recreation Master Plan be adopted.

Source: Combined Council Meeting - December 15 2025 (Minutes) — Item 18(a)

2025-12-15 — Parks and Recreation Master Plan - Recommendation 2 ($2M Reserves for Studies)

Up to $1 million from the New Arena Build Reserve (17612) and up to $1 million from the Parks Lifecycle Reserve (17641) be approved

Source: Combined Council Meeting - December 15 2025 (Minutes) — Item 18(a)

2025-12-15 — Parks and Recreation Master Plan - Recommendation 3 (Project Manager FTE)

A Project Manager (1.0 FTE) position be approved to perform the above work and to deliver parks and recreation projects at an annual cost of $147,227.21

Source: Combined Council Meeting - December 15 2025 (Minutes) — Item 18(a)

2025-12-15 — Parks and Recreation Master Plan - Recommendation 4 (Growth Costs to DC Study)

Growth-related project costs be referred to the upcoming Development Charge Background Study for implementation in 2027.

Source: Combined Council Meeting - December 15 2025 (Minutes) — Item 18(a)

2025-12-15 — Parks and Recreation Master Plan - Recommendation 5 (Costs to Future Budgets)

Identified costs to implement recommendations be referred to the 2027 Budget Update, the 2028-2031 Multi-Year Budget, and the Long-Term AMP Financial Plan.

Source: Combined Council Meeting - December 15 2025 (Minutes) — Item 18(a)

2025-12-15 — Motion - User Fee Exemption, Wallaceburg Memorial Arena Upstairs Hall

administration be directed to waive the fees for the upstairs hall at the Wallaceburg Memorial Arena for minor sport organizations during tournaments

Source: Combined Council Meeting - December 15 2025 (Minutes) — Item 18(e)

2025-12-15 — Motion - Ball Diamond Maintenance Level of Service

administration investigate and bring a report back to Council prior to the 2027 budget process for a level of service increase

Source: Combined Council Meeting - December 15 2025 (Minutes) — Item 18(f)

2025-12-15 — Chatham-Kent Community Gardens Expansion

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

Source: Combined Council Meeting - December 15 2025 (Minutes) — Item 20(a)

2025-12-15 — Notice of Motion - Summer Ice Policy

Councillor Harrigan presented a notice of motion regarding Summer Ice Policy

Source: Combined Council Meeting - December 15 2025 (Minutes) — Item 22(a)

2026-01-26 — Basketball Court Installation - McGregor Kinsmen Park, Blenheim

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.

Source: Combined Council Meeting - January 26 2026 (Minutes) — Item 19(a)

2026-01-26 — Motion - Summer Ice Pilot (2026)

in 2026, summer ice be made available for the 2026 summer ice season at a minimum of one arena based on demand

Source: Combined Council Meeting - January 26 2026 (Minutes) — Item 19(d)

2026-02-09 — Kinsmen Club of Dover - Park Use Agreements (Grande Pointe & Paul Belanger Parks)

enter into an agreement, satisfactory to the Director, Legal Services, with the Kinsmen Club of Dover concerning use of Grande Pointe Park

Source: Council Meeting - February 09 2026 (Minutes) — Item 18(c)

2026-02-23 — Golf Cart Pilot Program - Erieau - 2026 Fee Update

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

Source: Combined Council Meeting - February 23 2026 (Minutes) — Item 18(a)

2026-03-09 — Growing Canada's Community Canopies Grant (FCM, $728K)

execute a grant agreement with the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) in the amount of $728,240

Source: Council Meeting - March 09 2026 (Minutes) — Item 17(b)

2026-03-09 — Dream Field Project Update (Chatham Minor Baseball)

The Dream Field Committee restructured through Chatham Minor Baseball Association be authorized to fundraise for the detailed design and capital costs for construction of a new regulation size baseball diamond.

Source: Council Meeting - March 09 2026 (Minutes) — Item 20(a)

2026-03-09 — Mitchell's Bay Marine Park - Channel Dredging

Up to $175,000 from the Mitchell's Bay Marine Park Lifecycle Reserve be approved to fund the Municipality's 50% share of costs to dredge the marine park channel

Source: Council Meeting - March 09 2026 (Minutes) — Item 20(b)

2026-03-09 — Agreement - Chatham Beach Volleyball Inc. (Courthouse Lane)

with Chatham Beach Volleyball Inc. concerning use of municipal property along Courthouse Lane, Chatham

Source: Council Meeting - March 09 2026 (Minutes) — Item 20(c)

2026-03-23 — Lease - Second Floor of 66 Regent Street, Blenheim (Fitness Centre)

with Chelsea and Jeff Mailing for use of the second floor of 66 Regent Street, Blenheim

Source: Combined Council Meeting - March 23 2026 (Minutes) — Item 21(b)