Meeting: Council Meeting - April 13 2026 (Minutes)

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:
Advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege with regard to Waste to Energy Project. Section 239(2)(f), Municipal Act, 2001.
Litigation and advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege with regard to York1 Litigation. Section 239(2)(e) & (f), Municipal Act, 2001.
Labour relations or employee negotiations with regard to Emergency Services Collective Agreement. Section 239(2)(d), Municipal Act, 2001.
Personal information about identifiable individuals with regard to Election Compliance Audit Committee Appointments. Section 239(2)(b), Municipal Act, 2001.

MovedCouncillor DoyleSecondedCouncillor Jubenville“Whereas administration has returned with the report on substance use treatment and recovery in Chatham-Kent, prepared in response to the Motion passed on August 15, 2025;
Whereas the report identifies that Chatham-Kent currently lacks a Phase 2 withdrawal management program—an essential service that provides individuals recovering from substance use with a sober, supportive environment between detox and entry into a recovery home, facility or program, as well as temporary accommodation after completing a recovery program, along with counselling and preparation for long-term, ongoing treatment;
Whereas numerous professionals, across both meetings facilitated at the result of the original Motion, emphasized that a facility similar to Ryan’s House in Sarnia would address critical gaps in Chatham-Kent’s recovery continuum;
Therefore, be it resolved that Council direct Administration to prepare a report outlining potential options for partnering with the Chatham Kent Health Alliance and for establishing a municipally supported home modeled after Ryan’s House in Sarnia.
Be it further resolved that the report include:
projected capital costs to purchase or alternatively, establish such a home or facility from existing Municipally owned properties, including renovating and furnishing costs,
projected operating costs; including but not limited to: staffing, utilities, food,
programming, maintenance, insurance & liability, and transportation for clients.
partnership options with CKHA, including models in which CKHA operates the home, as well as any other potential partnership structures that may be feasible;
potential funding sources, including reserves and grants from both levels of upper government; partnerships with health agencies, along with philanthropic or community fundraising and possible locations for the home.
Be it further resolved that Administration provide this report to Council on or before the July 13, 2026 Council meeting.”Yes (15)Mayor Canniff, Councillor Bondy, Councillor Ceccacci, Councillor Crew, Councillor Finn, Councillor Hall, Councillor McGrail, Councillor B. McGregor, Councillor Wright, Councillor Allin, Councillor Anderson, Councillor Doyle, Councillor Jubenville, Councillor Storey, and Councillor McDonaldConflict (1)Councillor HarriganAbsent (2)Councillor C. McGregor, and Councillor ThompsonMotion Carried (15 to 0)

MovedCouncillor BondySecondedCouncillor Jubenville“That
Administration issue a Request for Proposals (RFP) to retain an independent consultant to evaluate Chatham Kent’s encampment response and the Transitional Cabins project (Pathways on Park), and to provide recommendations for enhancements or potential changes to how Chatham-Kent delivers services, at a cost not to exceed $55,000 (inclusive of HST and any municipal tax rebates).
The Key RFP Terms attached to this report (Scope, Mandatory Requirements, Deliverables, Timeline) be approved and incorporated into the solicitation posted on the Municipality’s Bids & Tenders portal.
The results of the RFP be brought to Council for approval.
The Director, Housing Services be authorized to execute the resulting agreement.
Funding for the $55,000 study be drawn from the Housing Services Operation Reserve 17316.
Administration report back to Council with the consultant’s final report and an implementation plan with a recommended funding source for any proposed enhancements.”
Yes (15)Mayor Canniff, Councillor Bondy, Councillor Ceccacci, 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 McDonaldConflict (1)Councillor CrewAbsent (2)Councillor C. McGregor, and Councillor ThompsonMotion Carried (15 to 0)

MovedCouncillor WrightSecondedCouncillor Crew"That
One-time capital funding in the amount of $1,559,061.00 for the purchase of two (2) new tandem axle snowplow/salter units and one (1) new triaxle snowplow/salter unit be approved and funded from the Municipal Fleet Reserve (17866).
Administration be given the authority to procure these additional units immediately.
A business case be brought to the 2028 Budget process for consideration to reduce the Public Works operating budget as described in this report.
The General Manager of Infrastructure and Engineering Services (I&ES) be authorized to negotiate and execute a one-year contract for the supply and operation of tandem axle snowplows/salter units for the 2026/2027 winter control season, continuing the services previously provided under project R23-303, with such agreement being in a form and on terms satisfactory with General Manager of I&ES and the Director of Legal Services."
Yes (13)Mayor Canniff, Councillor Bondy, Councillor Ceccacci, Councillor Crew, Councillor Finn, Councillor Hall, Councillor Harrigan, Councillor McGrail, Councillor B. McGregor, Councillor Anderson, Councillor Jubenville, Councillor Storey, and Councillor McDonaldNo (2)Councillor Wright, and Councillor DoyleAbsent (3)Councillor C. McGregor, Councillor Thompson, and Councillor AllinMotion Carried (13 to 2)

MovedCouncillor McGrailSecondedCouncillor Crew“That the following items be approved as presented: 15(a), 15(b), 15(d), 15(e), 15(f), 16(c), 17(d), 18(b), 18(c), 18(d), 18(e), 20(a), 20(d), 20(e), 20(f), 20(g), 21(c)”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 McGrailSecondedCouncillor Crew“That the following items be approved as presented: 15(a), 15(b), 15(d), 15(e), 15(f), 16(c), 17(d), 18(b), 18(c), 18(d), 18(e), 20(a), 20(d), 20(e), 20(f), 20(g), 21(c)”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 McGrailSecondedCouncillor Crew“That the following items be approved as presented: 15(a), 15(b), 15(d), 15(e), 15(f), 16(c), 17(d), 18(b), 18(c), 18(d), 18(e), 20(a), 20(d), 20(e), 20(f), 20(g), 21(c)”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 McGrailSecondedCouncillor Crew“That the following items be approved as presented: 15(a), 15(b), 15(d), 15(e), 15(f), 16(c), 17(d), 18(b), 18(c), 18(d), 18(e), 20(a), 20(d), 20(e), 20(f), 20(g), 21(c)”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 McGrailSecondedCouncillor Crew“That the following items be approved as presented: 15(a), 15(b), 15(d), 15(e), 15(f), 16(c), 17(d), 18(b), 18(c), 18(d), 18(e), 20(a), 20(d), 20(e), 20(f), 20(g), 21(c)”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 McGrailSecondedCouncillor Crew“That the following items be approved as presented: 15(a), 15(b), 15(d), 15(e), 15(f), 16(c), 17(d), 18(b), 18(c), 18(d), 18(e), 20(a), 20(d), 20(e), 20(f), 20(g), 21(c)”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 DoyleSecondedCouncillor McGrail
"That
The low tender of Rene Blain Trucking Ltd. for the per tonne unit price of $33.50 be accepted for the supply and haul 16,035 tonnes of 100% crushed dolomite quarry stone 0-22 mm granular “A” roadway maintenance gravel for the Dover division.
The low tender of Rene Blain Trucking Ltd. for the per tonne unit price of $32.50 be accepted for the supply and haul of 21,250 tonnes of 100% crushed dolomite quarry stone 0-22 mm granular “A” roadway maintenance gravel for the Chatham Township division.
The low tender of Johnston Bros. (Bothwell) Ltd. for the per tonne unit price of $26.50 be accepted for the supply and haul of 13,725 tonnes of 0-19 mm granular “A” roadway maintenance gravel for the Thamesville division.
The low tender of Johnston Bros. (Bothwell) Ltd. for the per tonne unit price of $32.25 be accepted for the supply and haul of 2,400 tonnes of 100% crushed dolomite 0-22 mm granular “A” roadway maintenance gravel for the Wallaceburg division.
The low tender of Rene Blain Trucking Ltd. For the per tonne unit price of $28.49 be accepted for the supply and haul of 18,525 tonnes of 100% crushed 0-22 mm Limestone “A” roadway maintenance gravel for the Tilbury division.
The low tender of Rene Blain Trucking Ltd. for the per tonne unit price of $30.34 be accepted for the supply and haul of 18,300 tonnes of 100% crushed 0-22 mm limestone granular “A” roadway maintenance gravel for the Raleigh division.
The low tender of Johnston Bros. (Bothwell) Ltd. for the per tonne unit price of $26.95 be accepted for the supply and haul of 20,250 tonnes of 0-19 mm granular “A” roadway maintenance gravel for the Kent Centre division.
The low tender of Johnston Bros. (Bothwell) Ltd. for the per tonne unit price of $25.85 be accepted for the supply and haul of 23,475 tonnes of 0-19 mm granular “A” roadway maintenance gravel for the Ridgetown division.
The low tender of Rene Blain Trucking Ltd. for the per tonne unit price of $28.91 be accepted for the supply and haul 884 tonnes of 0-19 mm granular “A” shoulder maintenance gravel for the Dover division.
The low tender of Rene Blain Trucking Ltd for the per tonne unit price of $29.41 for the supply and haul 1000 tonnes of 0-19 mm granular “A” shoulder maintenance gravel for the Chatham Township division.
The low tender of Johnston Bros. (Bothwell) Ltd. for the per tonne unit price of $31.25 be accepted for the supply and haul 200 tonnes of 0-19 mm granular “A” shoulder maintenance gravel for the Wallaceburg division.
The low tender of Johnston Bros. (Bothwell) Ltd. for the per tonne unit price of $26.50 be accepted for the supply and haul 805 tonnes of 0-19 mm granular “A” shoulder maintenance gravel for the Thamesville division.
The low tender of Rene Blain Trucking Ltd. for the per tonne unit price of $27.91 be accepted for the supply and haul 1,060 tonnes of 0-19 mm granular “A” shoulder maintenance gravel for the Tilbury division.
The low tender of Rene Blain Trucking Ltd. for the per tonne unit price of $27.91 be accepted for the supply and haul 950 tonnes of 0-19 mm granular “A” shoulder maintenance gravel for the Raleigh division.
The low tender of Johnston Bros. (Bothwell) Ltd. for the per tonne unit price of $26.95 be accepted for the supply and haul 1,400 tonnes of 0-19 mm granular “A” shoulder maintenance gravel for the Kent Centre division.
The low tender of Johnston Bros. (Bothwell) Ltd. for the per tonne unit price of $25.85 be accepted for the supply and haul 1,310 tonnes of 0-19 mm granular “A” shoulder maintenance gravel for the Ridgetown division.
The total estimated program cost of $4,605,849.67 be funded from the project 24PWGRAVEL"
Yes (15)Mayor Canniff, 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 (3)Councillor Bondy, Councillor C. McGregor, and Councillor ThompsonMotion Carried (15 to 0)

MovedCouncillor DoyleSecondedCouncillor Wright"That
The tender in the amount of $1,277,500.00 (excluding HST) for the supply and application of dust suppressants be awarded to Den-Mar Brines Ltd.
The Mayor and Clerk be authorized to enter into the recommended agreement for the initial term of the contract (2026).
The General Manager of Infrastructure and Engineering Services (I&ES), together with the Director of Legal Services, be authorized to execute the optional one-year contract extensions for the first and second renewal terms (2027 and 2028), as provided in the original contract documents, subject to the following conditions:
the supplier’s performance during the preceding term has been satisfactory;
both parties mutually agree to the contract extension;
funds are approved in the applicable future Council-approved budgets; and
all terms and conditions remain acceptable to the Municipality."
Yes (15)Mayor Canniff, 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 (3)Councillor Bondy, Councillor C. McGregor, and Councillor ThompsonMotion Carried (15 to 0)

c.Tender Award – Contract T24-323 – Longwoods Road Over Cruickshank Drain Culvert Replacement "That
The tender in the amount of $4,659,860.00 (excluding HST) for the Longwoods Road over Cruickshank Drain Culvert Replacement be awarded to Facca Incorporated.
A Contract Amendment in the amount of $82,700.00 (excluding HST) for Contract Administration and Inspection Services, be approved for GEI Consultants Canada.
The project be partially funded by a transfer of $889,029.06 from the Lifeamp Bridge Lifecycle Reserve to the Longwoods Road over Cruickshank Dr. project account (21ENG3008).
The Mayor and Clerk be authorized to enter into the recommended agreements."
This report was approved as part of the Consent Agenda.

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 JubenvilleSecondedCouncillor Storey
A Meal Allowance Per Diem be implemented for meal allowances when the Mayor and Councillors are travelling to conduct business on behalf of the Municipality, as follows: Breakfast: $15, Lunch: $25, and Dinner: $40. Should a Council member encounter situations where the Per Diem cannot meet the expense, the Council Member may still make claim with a detailed explanation subject to review and approval by the Clerk.
Yes (11)Mayor Canniff, Councillor Ceccacci, Councillor Crew, Councillor Hall, Councillor Harrigan, Councillor McGrail, Councillor B. McGregor, Councillor Allin, Councillor Anderson, Councillor Storey, and Councillor McDonaldNo (5)Councillor Bondy, Councillor Finn, Councillor Wright, Councillor Doyle, and Councillor JubenvilleAbsent (2)Councillor C. McGregor, and Councillor ThompsonMotion Carried (11 to 5)

MovedCouncillor JubenvilleSecondedCouncillor Storey
The Health Care Spending Account amount for each Councillor be increased to $1,420 per calendar year. Such amount to be pro-rated for the first and final year of Council term.
Yes (10)Mayor Canniff, Councillor Ceccacci, Councillor Hall, Councillor Harrigan, Councillor McGrail, Councillor B. McGregor, Councillor Wright, Councillor Allin, Councillor Storey, and Councillor McDonaldNo (5)Councillor Bondy, Councillor Crew, Councillor Finn, Councillor Doyle, and Councillor JubenvilleAbsent (3)Councillor C. McGregor, Councillor Thompson, and Councillor AndersonMotion Carried (10 to 5)

MovedCouncillor JubenvilleSecondedCouncillor Storey
Each Councillor receive a fixed increase effective January 1 of each year of the next term of Council term, in the amount of $1,840. Such amount to be pro-rated for the first and final year of Council term.
Yes (9)Mayor Canniff, Councillor Ceccacci, Councillor Crew, Councillor Hall, Councillor Harrigan, Councillor McGrail, Councillor B. McGregor, Councillor Allin, and Councillor McDonaldNo (6)Councillor Bondy, Councillor Finn, Councillor Wright, Councillor Doyle, Councillor Jubenville, and Councillor StoreyAbsent (3)Councillor C. McGregor, Councillor Thompson, and Councillor AndersonMotion Carried (9 to 6)

MovedCouncillor JubenvilleSecondedCouncillor Storey
The Mayor receive a fixed increase effective January 1 of each year of the next Council term, the amount of $1,840. Such amount to be pro-rated for the first and final year of Council term.
Yes (10)Mayor Canniff, Councillor Ceccacci, Councillor Crew, Councillor Hall, Councillor Harrigan, Councillor McGrail, Councillor B. McGregor, Councillor Allin, Councillor Storey, and Councillor McDonaldNo (5)Councillor Bondy, Councillor Finn, Councillor Wright, Councillor Doyle, and Councillor JubenvilleAbsent (3)Councillor C. McGregor, Councillor Thompson, and Councillor AndersonMotion Carried (10 to 5)

MovedCouncillor McGrailSecondedCouncillor Jubenville"That
Council direct administration to:
defend the court application in the Ontario Superior Court of Justice to dispute that the property at 29831 Irish School Road has Legal Non-Conforming Use status; and
seek a declaration from the Court confirming that York1’s proposal to develop a waste and recycling facility at 29831 Irish School Road requires land use plannings approvals, including zoning, official plan and site plan, from Municipal Council under the Ontario Planning Act.
Council authorize the Chief Administrative Officer and Director of Legal Services to use such funding as may be required for legal, expert and related costs to oppose the York1 landfill and waste proposal from the Insurance and Risk Reserve and Strategic Reserve, to a maximum of $250,000."
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 StoreySecondedCouncillor Ceccacci“That the report be postpone until such time that the public has had the opportunity to learn about this proposal and provide feedback through both in-person and online public consultation.”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)

b.Microsoft Enterprise Agreement Negotiation "That
Administration proceed with direct negotiation with Microsoft Canada Inc. for the Municipality’s 2027–2030 Microsoft Enterprise Agreement, recognizing that Microsoft Canada Inc. is the sole provider of Microsoft software and cloud services in Canada.
Administration initiate a procurement process to select a Microsoft‑authorized Licensing Solution Partner (LSP) to administer the Enterprise Agreement on Microsoft Canada Inc.’s behalf, in accordance with the Municipality of Chatham‑Kent Purchasing By‑Law.
The Director, Information Technology & Transformation and Director, Legal Services be authorized to finalize the Microsoft Enterprise Agreement terms, pricing, and the recommended Licensing Solution Partner, within existing municipal budget."
This report was approved as part of the Consent Agenda.

e.Offer to Purchase – Property Identification Number 00601 0093, 273 Main St. Dresden "That
The offer to purchase from Habitat for Humanity Chatham-Kent in the amount of $1 for Property Identification Number 00601 0093, legally described as PT LT 13 SW/S WATER ST, 14 S/S MAIN ST PL 131 PT 1 & 2 24R7034; S/T 617875; Municipality Chatham-Kent being the whole of the said PIN 00601 0093 (LT), be accepted in the negotiation process on an “As Is, Where Is” basis.
Section 11 of By-law 92-2020, further amended by 228-2021 and 20-2026, be waived.
Fees related to Zoning By-Law Amendments and Building Permits estimated to be less than $5,000 be waived for the purpose of this development and be funded by the Strategic Development Reserve."
This report was approved as part of the Consent Agenda.

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)

f.Chatham-Kent Community Improvement Plan Property Tax Increment Equivalent Grant Application PL202500104 – Ark Property Services Inc. 550 Tweedsmuir Avenue West, Community of Chatham (City) "That
The Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute the Community Improvement Plan, Property Tax Increment Equivalent Grant Agreement, with Ark Property Services Inc., owner of 550 Tweedsmuir Avenue West, Community of Chatham (City), to provide an annual grant equivalent to 70% of the increase in municipal property taxes resulting from the development of a Major Rental Housing Development, for ten (10) years; and transfer 30% of the increase to the Housing Reserve, for ten (10) years."
This report was approved as part of the Consent Agenda.

g.Brownfield and Bluefield Community Improvement Plan Tax Increment Based Grant Application Richard and Lynn Kloss 15162 Longwoods Road, Community of Zone (East Kent) "That
The Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute the Brownfield and Bluefield Community Improvement Plan Tax Increment Based Grant Agreement with Richard and Lynn Kloss, owner of 15162 Longwoods Road, Community of Zone, to provide an annual grant equivalent to 80% of the increase in municipal property taxes for up to ten (10) years, or up to the time when the total grant payments equal the total eligible program costs, whichever comes first; and transfer 20% of the increase to the Brownfield and Bluefield Leadership Projects Reserve."
This report was approved as part of the Consent Agenda.

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 StoreySecondedCouncillor Harrigan"That
The waste collection contract with Waste Connections of Canada Inc. arising from R22-117, be extended for a two-year period, to December 31, 2030, to realize annual savings estimated at $400,000 to the Waste Management operating budget.
The waste collection contract with Waste Connections of Canada Inc. arising from R22-117, be extended from December 31, 2030, to December 31, 2032, as a single-source to realize annual savings estimated at $750,000 to the Waste Management operating budget.
The Mayor and Clerk sign the necessary amending agreement(s)."
Yes (15)Mayor Canniff, Councillor Bondy, Councillor Ceccacci, Councillor Crew, Councillor Finn, Councillor Hall, Councillor Harrigan, Councillor McGrail, Councillor B. McGregor, Councillor Wright, Councillor Anderson, Councillor Doyle, Councillor Jubenville, Councillor Storey, and Councillor McDonaldAbsent (3)Councillor C. McGregor, Councillor Thompson, and Councillor AllinMotion Carried (15 to 0)

MovedCouncillor McDonaldSecondedCouncillor B. McGregor“That the Mayor and Council of the Municipality of Chatham-Kent support the advocacy of the Chatham-Kent Food Policy Council in support of the passage of Senate Bill S-206. The Mayor create a resolution requesting action based on the motion to be sent to the Federal Government. The resolution with a request for support be sent to FCM to distribute to all Municipalities across Canada.”Yes (8)Councillor Crew, Councillor Finn, Councillor Hall, Councillor Harrigan, Councillor B. McGregor, Councillor Allin, Councillor Storey, and Councillor McDonaldNo (8)Mayor Canniff, Councillor Bondy, Councillor Ceccacci, Councillor McGrail, Councillor Wright, Councillor Anderson, Councillor Doyle, and Councillor JubenvilleAbsent (2)Councillor C. McGregor, and Councillor ThompsonDefeated (8 to 8)