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Items pulled from consent for individual discussion or vote: 13(a), 15(a)
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Council Meeting - July 27 2026 (Minutes) (source_id=96)
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4.Recess to Closed Session - 5:00 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:
Litigation and advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege with regard to OLT Appeal - 9 Sarah Crescent, Chatham. Section 239(2)(e) & (f), Municipal Act, 2001.
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MovedCouncillor CeccacciSecondedCouncillor McDonald“That the report be referred back to administration for a report back with options and recommendations that:
Prioritize critical infrastructure and operational needs of the park.
Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency and maximize existing assets, including transient sites;
Explore creative revenue-generating, partnership, and investment opportunities, additional consultation.
Provide Council with sustainable options to support the long-term viability of Clearville Park while maintaining municipal ownership and operation.”
Yes (15)Mayor Canniff, Councillor Bondy, Councillor Ceccacci, Councillor Crew, Councillor Finn, Councillor Hall, Councillor Harrigan, Councillor McGrail, Councillor C. McGregor, Councillor Allin, Councillor Anderson, Councillor Doyle, Councillor Jubenville, Councillor Storey, and Councillor McDonaldAbsent (3)Councillor B. McGregor, Councillor Thompson, and Councillor WrightMotion Carried (15 to 0)
13(b) — Recreation advertising and sponsorship user fees
- source tags: recreation, advertising, sponsorship, user fees
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b.Recreation Advertising and Sponsorship Update "That
Amendments to By-law 159-2025 User Fee By-law, attached as Appendix C, be approved."
This report was approved as part of the Consent Agenda.
- source tags: community facilities, use agreements
Review status: Verified against source text
a.Presentation of new Notices of Motion Councillor McDonald presented a notice of motion re Ridgetown Rotary Youth Centre Use Agreements with 1st Ridgetown Scout Group and IODE Ridgetown-Confederation Chapter.
16 — Security at the L.O. Stonehouse Pedestrian Bridge
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a.Presentation of new Notices of Motion Councillor McDonald presented a notice of motion re Ridgetown Rotary Youth Centre Use Agreements with 1st Ridgetown Scout Group and IODE Ridgetown-Confederation Chapter. The motion will be added to the August 10, 2026 Council Agenda for discussion and voting.
Councillor Ceccacci presented a notice of motion re CCTV Cameras. The motion will be added to the August 10, 2026 Council Agenda for discussion and voting.
Councillor Hall presented a notice of motion re Rail Crossings in Wallaceburg. The motion will be added to the August 10, 2026 Council Agenda for discussion and voting.
Councillor Harrigan presented a notice of motion re Provincial Advocacy to protect Multi-Bedroom Rental Units. The motion will be added to the August 10, 2026 Council Agenda for discussion and voting.
Councillor C. McGregor presented a notice of motion re Enhanced Security Measures at the L.O. Stonehouse Pedestrian Bridge. The motion will be added to the August 10, 2026 Council Agenda for discussion and voting.
- source tags: environmental registry, waste disposal, public comments
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19.Non Agenda Business Councillor Storey noted that the ERO posting for the Anerobic Digestor Waste Disposal Project with the Municipality and Greenfield Global has been re-opened for an additional 30 days, closing on July 29, 2026.
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19.Non Agenda Business Councillor Storey noted that the ERO posting for the Anerobic Digestor Waste Disposal Project with the Municipality and Greenfield Global has been re-opened for an additional 30 days, closing on July 29, 2026. She encouraged anyone that has comments on this project to go on the ERO website.
Councillor C. McGregor invited everyone to attend WAMBO in Wallaceburg coming up on August 7th to 9th.
Councillor Jubenville requested an update on how the homeless situation is being addressed in Dresden and who the pubic should contact. The General Manager of Health and Human Services explained that concerned residents should contact 311 so that the concerns can be documented and forwarded to the appropriate staff.
Councillor Jubenville noted that residents have seen trucks speeding through Dresden and concerns that the York1 truck route would go through Dresden. The Chief Administrative Officer explained that by-law enforcement officers have not seen any trucks on the York1 site. He encouraged anyone that sees speeding vehicles to call the Police and record as much information as possible about the date, time, location and vehicle information. Administration continues to monitor the York1 site for any used that are not allowed.
Councillor Anderson noted that Hogs for Hospice is taking place this weekend and Wheatley is on the route. She thanked all the volunteers and praised the collaboration between the Town of Leamington and Municipality of Chatham-Kent.
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MovedCouncillor HallSecondedCouncillor Ceccacci"That Chatham-Kent Council adjourn to its next Meeting to be held on Monday, August 10, 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