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Meeting: Combined Council Meeting - July 13 2026 (Minutes)
Items pulled from consent for individual discussion or vote: 16(b), 16(c), 17(a), 17(b), 17(d), 17(m), 18(a), 19(a), 20(a)
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Combined Council Meeting - July 13 2026 (Minutes) (source_id=95)
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4.Recess to Closed Session - 4:00 p.m. Councillor Hall, Closed Session Chair
That Council moved into a Closed Session Meeting of Council pursuant to Section 239 of the Municipal Act, 2001, as amended, for the following reasons:
Proposed disposition of land by the municipality with regard to Offer to Purchase - PIN 00938 1079, 5th Street, Community of Erieau. Section 239(2)(c), Municipal Act, 2001.
Proposed disposition of land by the municipality with regard to Offer to Purchase - PIN 00938 1080 Samson Street, Community of Erieau. Section 239(2)(c), Municipal Act, 2001.
Proposed acquisition of land by the municipality and advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege with regard to Properties in Bothwell. Section 239(2)(c), Municipal Act, 2001.
Proposed acquisition of land by the municipality and a position, plan, procedure or instruction to be applied to any negotiations carried on by or on behalf of the municipality with regard to Strategic Future Land Needs. Section 239(2)(c) & (k), Municipal Act, 2001.
10 — Conflict disclosure for L.C. Leclair Farms planning applications
a.Councillor Storey - Applications for Consent & Zoning By-law Amendment PL202600103 – Peter Anderson 15072 Scott Line, Community of Orford (West Kent) Her father's business represents the applicant.
10 — Conflict disclosure for growth management and servicing study
- source tags: conflict of interest, growth management, servicing
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c.Councillor Storey - Growth Management Policy Amendment to the Official Plan & Southwest Chatham Servicing Study Her father's business represents land owners that would be affected by this report.
10 — Conflict disclosure for private sanitary force main
- source tags: growth management, official plan, zoning, water, wastewater
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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)
12 — L.C. Leclair Farms consent and zoning applications
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MovedCouncillor McGrailSecondedCouncillor Jubenville"That
Consent application File B-36/26 to sever and convey a portion of land, approximately 0.3 ha (0.77 ac.) in area, shown as Part 1 on the applicant’s sketch, in Part of Lot 18, Concession 8, in the Community of Dover, as a lot addition, be approved, subject to the following conditions:
that the Chatham-Kent Zoning By-law be amended to:
Rezone the lot addition lands from Agricultural-1 (A1-1) to Agricultural (A1).
Rezone the retained lands from Agricultural-1 (A1-1) to Agricultural-1789 (A1-1789), to recognize the reduced lot area being 19.0 ha (47.0 ac) and continue to prohibit a new dwelling from being constructed.
that the lands to be severed, shown as Part 1 on the applicant’s sketch, be conveyed to the owner of the abutting parcel (7807 Rivard Line / PIN: 00774-0088) 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 one-foot square from the receiving lot (7807 Rivard Line / PIN: 00774-0088) be conveyed to the Municipality free of charge and clear of all encumbrances, and that the transfer confirming ownership of the one-foot square being the Corporation of the Municipality of Chatham-Kent be submitted to the Municipality;
that the applicant pay $85 for the registration of the dedication by-law for the one-foot square conveyance pursuant to condition (c);
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 B-14 DO/22/26/L, 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)
- source tags: planning, zoning, institutional use
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MovedCouncillor JubenvilleSecondedCouncillor McGrail"That
Zoning By-law Amendment Application File D-14 CH/21/26/M, concerning the property known as 9399 McNaughton Line, in Part of Lot 6 & 7, and Part of the Road Allowance Between Lots 6 & 7, Concession 2, in the Community of Chatham (Township), to rezone the lands to Institutional (I), be approved and the implementing by-law be adopted."
Yes (16)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, Councillor Storey, and Councillor McDonaldAbsent (2)Councillor Crew, and Councillor WrightMotion Carried (16 to 0)
12 — Peter Anderson consent and zoning applications
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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)
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a.Tender Award – Contract T25-277 – Rosedale Line over King and Whittle Drain Culvert Replacement "That
The tender in the amount of $1,177,087.50 (excluding HST) for the Rosedale Line over King and Whittle Drain culvert replacement be awarded to Henry Heyink Construction Ltd.
A Contract Amendment in the amount of $25,000.00 (excluding HST) for Contract Administration and Inspection Services, be approved for Hrycay Consulting Engineers Inc.
The project be partially funded by a transfer of $223,244.24 from the Lifeamp Bridge Lifecycle Reserve to the Rosedale Line over King and Whittle Drain project account (23ENG3022).
The Mayor and Clerk be authorized to enter into the recommended agreements."
This report was approved as part of the Consent Agenda.
16(b) — Dover Public Works Yard and Big Pointe Road tender
- source tags: procurement, public works, road improvements
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MovedCouncillor McGrailSecondedCouncillor Jubenville"That
The tender in the amount of $1,420,000.00 (excluding HST) for the Dover Public Works Yard and Big Pointe Road be awarded to Gillier Construction Inc.
A Contract Amendment in the amount of $25,000.00 (excluding HST) for the Contract Administration and Inspection Services, be approved for LEA Consulting Ltd.
The Mayor and Clerk be authorized to enter into the recommended agreements."
Yes (14)Mayor Canniff, Councillor Bondy, Councillor Ceccacci, Councillor Finn, Councillor Hall, Councillor Harrigan, Councillor McGrail, Councillor B. McGregor, Councillor C. McGregor, Councillor Allin, Councillor Doyle, Councillor Jubenville, Councillor Storey, and Councillor McDonaldAbsent (4)Councillor Crew, Councillor Thompson, Councillor Wright, and Councillor AndersonMotion Carried (14 to 0)
- source tags: procurement, child care, renovations
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MovedCouncillor StoreySecondedCouncillor McDonald"That
The proposal in the amount of $1,713,507 (excluding HST) for the renovations to Riverview Gardens to establish a childcare Centre be awarded to Vince Ferro Construction.
The fees for consulting services in the amount of $42,300 (excluding HST) for the Contract Administration Services be awarded as a contract amendment to A+Link Architecture Inc.
Administration be authorized to use $2,068,811.91 from the Early Learning Child Care Infrastructure Fund towards this capital project.
The Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign the necessary agreements."
Yes (16)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, Councillor Storey, and Councillor McDonaldAbsent (2)Councillor Crew, and Councillor WrightMotion Carried (16 to 0)
- source tags: procurement, airport, septic system
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d.Tender Award – T26-192 Airport Maintenance Facility "That
The tender in the amount of $797,837.00 (excluding HST) for the Airport Maintenance Facility be awarded to Agri-Urban Building Inc.
A contract amendment in the amount of $10,000.00 (excluding HST) for contract administration and inspection services, be approved for Spriet Associates Ltd.
Council authorize administration to enter into an agreement with SJCT Properties Inc. satisfactory to the Director of Legal Services for the connection of the terminal building and airport maintenance facility to the septic system servicing hangar 6. Consideration for this agreement is payable to SJCT Properties Ltd. in the amount of $52,078.00 (excluding HST)
The Mayor and Clerk be authorized to enter into the recommended agreements."
This report was approved as part of the Consent Agenda.
e.Award of R26-221, Evaluation of Chatham-Kent’s Encampment Protocol "That
The Evaluation of Chatham-Kent’s Encampment Protocol, R26-221 be awarded to Vink Consulting at a total value of $48,933.75 (including HST).
The total project cost of $48,933.75 (including HST), will be funded from the Housing Services division’s previously approved operating budget and charged to the Housing Services Professional Fees Account (15558.50072.SHADMIN)."
This report was approved as part of the Consent Agenda.
- source tags: asset management, service levels, multi-year budget
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MovedCouncillor HarriganSecondedCouncillor Ceccacci"That
The proposed levels of service for the Consolidated Detailed Asset Management plans be adopted by Council and the funding implications of those levels of service be referred into the 2028-2031 Multi-Year Budget process.
The consolidated Detailed Asset Management Plans for be adopted by Council."
Yes (16)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, Councillor Storey, and Councillor McDonaldAbsent (2)Councillor Crew, and Councillor WrightMotion Carried (16 to 0)
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MovedCouncillor CeccacciSecondedCouncillor B. McGregor"That
The annual Asset Management Program Review report for 2026 be approved.
The strategies to address Asset Management programs success outlined in this report be implemented over the next 12 months, with progress reported though the next annual Asset Management Program Review."
Yes (14)Mayor Canniff, Councillor Ceccacci, Councillor Finn, Councillor Hall, Councillor Harrigan, Councillor McGrail, Councillor B. McGregor, Councillor C. McGregor, Councillor Thompson, Councillor Allin, Councillor Doyle, Councillor Jubenville, Councillor Storey, and Councillor McDonaldAbsent (4)Councillor Bondy, Councillor Crew, Councillor Wright, and Councillor AndersonMotion Carried (14 to 0)
17(d) — Station 1 and former Children's Treatment Centre reports
- source tags: civic facilities, fire station, redevelopment
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MovedCouncillor B. McGregorSecondedCouncillor Ceccacci"That
Administration be directed to bring forward reports on the relocation of Station 1 and the redevelopment of the former Children’s Treatment Centre."
Yes (13)Mayor Canniff, Councillor Ceccacci, Councillor Hall, Councillor Harrigan, Councillor McGrail, Councillor B. McGregor, Councillor C. McGregor, Councillor Thompson, Councillor Allin, Councillor Anderson, Councillor Doyle, Councillor Jubenville, and Councillor McDonaldNo (3)Councillor Bondy, Councillor Finn, and Councillor StoreyAbsent (2)Councillor Crew, and Councillor WrightMotion Carried (13 to 3)
17(d) — Updated appraisals for Chatham civic properties
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MovedCouncillor B. McGregorSecondedCouncillor Ceccacci
Administration obtain updated appraisals in 2027 for the Civic Centre, Chatham Library, Library Parking lot and Fire Hall Station 1 to inform the property disposition process.”
Yes (16)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, Councillor Storey, and Councillor McDonaldAbsent (2)Councillor Crew, and Councillor WrightMotion Carried (16 to 0)
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f.Maple Leaf Cemetery Expansion – Land Purchase "That
The Municipality of Chatham-Kent purchases 10 acres (4.047 hectares) of the 32.86-acre property (PIN 00512-0010), owned by Joseph O’Neill, immediately north of Maple Leaf Cemetery, for a price of $600,000.
All associated fees related to the land transfer be paid through the approved budget for the project.
Signage recognizing the property owner be installed within the new section of the cemetery to be paid through the approved budget for the project.
The General Manager, Infrastructure and Engineering Services and the Chief Financial Officer be authorized to execute agreements related to the purchase."
This report was approved as part of the Consent Agenda.
g.Lease Agreement - Adventure Hours in Chatham Nursery School
"That
The General Manager, Infrastructure & Engineering Services and the Clerk be authorized to enter into an agreement, satisfactory to the Director, Legal Services, with Adventure Hours Nursery School for the operation of a nursery school at 92 Churchill Street, Chatham."
This report was approved as part of the Consent Agenda.
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i.Purchase of Portion of 55 Forest Street "That
The Municipality of Chatham-Kent purchase an approximate 0.07-acre portion of the property known as 55 Forest Street, Chatham, and legally described as LOT 2 PL 57; PART LOT 15 PLAN 18 AS IN 616113; MUNICIPALITY CHATHAM-KENT (PIN 00542-0639) for $43,000.00 exclusive of HST, plus any associated closing costs.
The Director of Public Works and the Treasurer be authorized to execute any agreements related to the purchase.
This purchase be funded from the Lifeamp ROW Infrastructure reserve (17770)."
This report was approved as part of the Consent Agenda.
j.Encroachment- Private Sanitary Force Main - Community of Dover Councillor Jubenville declared a conflict on this item. (Due to a family member.)"That
The Director of Public Works be authorized to enter into an encroachment agreement, to be drafted and approved by the Director of Legal Services, for the installation of a privately owned sanitary force main on the Municipal Highway known as Pain Court Line as depicted in Appendix A."
This report was approved as part of the Consent Agenda.
k.Capital Drains Report to Council – 2026 Tax Levy "That
Three readings to the Capital Drain Levying By-law be given to provide for the collection of construction drainage assessments on various municipal drains in accordance with Section 4 and Section 78 of the Drainage Act."
This report was approved as part of the Consent Agenda.
l.Drain Maintenance Report to Council – 2026 Tax Levy "That
Three readings to the Drain Maintenance Levying By-law be given to provide for the collection of repair and maintenance costs on various Municipal Drains in accordance with Section 74 of the Drainage Act."
This report was approved as part of the Consent Agenda.
17(m) — Chatham Hub financial and project reporting
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MovedCouncillor StoreySecondedCouncillor JubenvilleWhereas the Chatham Hub project is one of the largest and highest-cost construction projects in Chatham-Kent's history,
Whereas it is the role of Council to ensure taxpayer dollars are spent wisely and in a transparent manner,
Whereas it is standard practice for project managers to provide regular progress reports on public construction projects,
Be it resolved that in order to ensure public accountability with public funds, Administration provides Council with quarterly Information Reports with financial, schedule and site status updates and posted on the Let's Talk municipal webpage.
This report will include milestone markers comparing the approved project budget to realtime costs and the approved project timeline to up-to-date project timeline along in an easily understandable, clear language format. If this motion is passed, this reporting would begin immediately and continue through completion of the project."Yes (16)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, Councillor Storey, and Councillor McDonaldAbsent (2)Councillor Crew, and Councillor WrightMotion Carried (16 to 0)
- source tags: arts, cultural centre, relocation, reserve funding
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MovedCouncillor McDonaldSecondedCouncillor B. McGregor"That
Consulting services be procured in order to undertake a conceptual review and develop cost estimate(s) for potential future renovations to the Chatham Cultural Centre, and that the project be funded by a transfer of $100,000 from the Strategic Development Reserve (#17266).
The relocation of ART Space be paused for up to an additional two years, and alternatives be developed in consultation with a newly developed community advisory group, including various options for updated management models.
A business case be prepared to align the ARTspace operating budget with current operational expenses/revenues, noting the potential for an additional request for one-time, tax-payer funds to cover expenses to address operational items at the rental location."
Yes (16)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, Councillor Storey, and Councillor McDonaldAbsent (2)Councillor Crew, and Councillor WrightMotion Carried (16 to 0)
b.Amending Contractual Enforcement Officers 129-2025 "That
A By-law to amend By-law 129-2025, a By-law to appoint Contractual Enforcement Officers be approved."
This report was approved as part of the Consent Agenda.
c.Amending Appointment By-law 11-2026 for Deputy Division Registrars "That
A By-law to amend By-law 11-2026 to appoint Deputy Division Registrars be approved.
This report was approved as part of the Consent Agenda.
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25.Reading of By-law The Clerk noted that due to an appeal being filed, the Drainage By-law for the Arnold Creek Drain was being removed from the list of by-laws for three readings.
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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