Issue Timeline: parks

Pickleball Courts Tender (Community Building Fund) (vote; carried (18-0))

• Mover: Hall, Seconder: Thompson
• Summary: Councillor Hall moved, seconded by Councillor Thompson, that the Westhoek Construction tender for 8 pickleball courts in Blenheim, Dresden, Tilbury and Wallaceburg be awarded and related funding be approved. Motion carried 18-0.
• Related tags: community_services, procurement, budget

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

Intercounty Baseball League Team Agreement (vote; carried (18-0))

• Mover: Hall, Seconder: B. McGregor
• Summary: Councillor Hall moved, seconded by Councillor B. McGregor, that the five-year Intercounty Baseball League team agreement be approved with related capital and operating funding and signing authority. Motion carried 18-0.
• Related tags: community_services, budget

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

Notice of Motion - Safety Improvements to Erieau Beach (notice_of_motion; received)

• Mover: Thompson
• Summary: Councillor Thompson presented a notice of motion regarding Safety Improvements to Erieau Beach, to be added to the December 5, 2022 Council Meeting.
• Related tags: public_safety

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

Additional Work Q22-308 Pool Liner Replacement, Howard Community Pool, Ridgetown (motion; carried)

• Mover: —
• Summary: Council approved, as part of the consent agenda, the additional work required for Q22-308 replacement of the pool liner at Howard Community Pool, Ridgetown.
• Related tags: procurement, community_services

Replacement of Pool Liner at Howard Community Pool, Ridgetown

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

Motion re Safety Improvements to Erieau Beach (Councillor Thompson) (motion; carried)

• Mover: —
• Summary: Council approved, as part of the consent agenda, the Motion by Councillor Thompson re Safety Improvements to Erieau Beach.
• Related tags: public_safety

Motion by Councillor Thompson re Safety Improvements to Erieau Beach

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

Pickleball Court Expansion Strategy (motion; received)

• Mover: —
• Summary: Council received the information report on the Pickleball Court Expansion Strategy. Received as part of the Consent Agenda.
• Related tags: community_services

Pickleball Court Expansion Strategy (information report)

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

Kyle Park Future Development and Community Engagement (vote; carried (16-1))

• Mover: Ceccacci, Seconder: Thompson
• Summary: Council directed Administration to negotiate with community groups to develop Kyle Park in Blenheim (multi-use sports pad, community garden, pathway, trees, benches, picnic tables), prepare naming and signage, and return with final plans and financial impacts. Pulled from consent after deputations. Moved by Councillor Ceccacci, seconded by Councillor Thompson. Carried 16-1.
• Related tags: community_services, development

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)

Blenheim Memorial Arena Ice Plant Replacement (vote; carried (17-0))

• Mover: Ceccacci, Seconder: Thompson
• Summary: Council directed that the Blenheim Memorial Arena ice plant be planned for replacement with a natural refrigerant system, authorized exploring/submitting funding applications, and endorsed actions to extend the existing plant's life. Pulled from consent. Moved by Councillor Ceccacci, seconded by Councillor Thompson. Carried 17-0.
• Related tags: infrastructure, budget

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)

Notice of Motion - Arena Usage Report (notice_of_motion; received)

• Mover: Ceccacci
• Summary: Councillor Ceccacci presented a notice of motion asking Administration to provide Council with an updated usage report on the municipality's 10 arenas, to be added to the March 6, 2023 Council agenda.
• Related tags: community_services

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)

Tender Award T23-100 Municipal Grass Cutting (vote; carried (13-1))

• Mover: Storey, Seconder: B. McGregor
• Summary: Pulled from consent. Councillor Storey moved, seconded by Councillor B. McGregor, to enter into a five-year 2023-2027 Municipal Grass Cutting Contract (T23-100) with compliant tenderers and to direct additional measures for future tenders. Carried 13-1, with Councillor Ceccacci opposed and Councillor Thompson declaring a conflict.
• Related tags: procurement

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 Parks Lifecycle Projects Supplemental (motion; carried)

• Mover: —
• Summary: The supplemental report on 2023 Parks Lifecycle Projects was approved as part of the Consent Agenda.
• Related tags: infrastructure, consent_agenda

2023 Parks Lifecycle Projects - Supplemental

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

Solvay Park Ball Diamond Update (vote; carried (15-0))

• Mover: Ceccacci, Seconder: Thompson
• Summary: Councillor Ceccacci moved, seconded by Councillor Thompson, to allocate $115,000 in proceeds from the sale of the Solvay Drive ball diamond to the Capital Budget for a new Blenheim ball diamond and to have Administration investigate locating new ball diamonds on municipally-owned Hyland Drive lands. Motion carried 15-0.
• Related tags: property, budget, infrastructure

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)

Wheatley Arena Improvements (vote; carried (16-0))

• Mover: Anderson, Seconder: Ceccacci
• Summary: Councillor Anderson moved, seconded by Councillor Ceccacci, that administration develop a plan for achievable improvements to the Wheatley Area Arena over the short and medium term, returning it to Council for funding consideration. Motion carried 16-0.
• Related tags: infrastructure, community_services

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)

Fergie Jenkins Statue Unveiling Ceremony (vote; carried (14-0))

• Mover: Storey, Seconder: Crew
• Summary: Councillor Storey moved, seconded by Councillor Crew, that Administration be authorized to spend up to $20,000 for the delivery and promotion of the Fergie Jenkins statue unveiling event, funded from the Together CK reserve. Motion carried 14-0.
• Related tags: budget, community_services

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)

Veteran Memorials Renovations (vote; carried (15-0))

• Mover: Storey, Seconder: B. McGregor
• Summary: Councillor Storey moved, seconded by Councillor B. McGregor, that Parks, Recreation and Cemeteries complete projects at veteran memorial parks (not exceeding $200,000), apply for federal Community War Memorial funding, with funds from the LifeAMP Parks reserve. Motion carried 15-0.
• Related tags: budget, infrastructure, property

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)

Notice of motion - Maximizing seasonal usage of Splash Pads (notice_of_motion; received)

• Mover: B. McGregor
• Summary: Councillor Brock McGregor presented a notice of motion regarding maximizing the seasonal usage of Splash Pads, to be added to the April 3, 2023 Council agenda for discussion and voting.
• Related tags: community_services

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)

Cemetery Operations Information Update (agenda_item; received)

• Mover: —
• Summary: Information update on cemetery operations was presented; Councillor C. McGregor asked whether mini excavators would benefit Public Works, and staff explained their use would be very limited for Public Works. Pulled from consent for discussion but no motion or vote was recorded.
• Related tags: infrastructure
• Needs human review: No clear sponsoring councillor in the minutes

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)

Budget Allocation for Parks, Trails, and Cemeteries Operating Funding (motion; carried)

• Mover: —
• Summary: Report on budget allocation for parks, trails, and cemeteries operating funding, approved as part of the Consent Agenda.
• Related tags: budget, consent_agenda

This report was approved as part of the Consent Agenda.

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

Maximizing Seasonal Usage of Splash Pads (vote; carried (17-0))

• Mover: B. McGregor, Seconder: Crew
• Summary: Councillor B. McGregor moved, seconded by Councillor Crew, that Council direct administration to review the opening and closing dates of all splash pads in Chatham-Kent to maximize seasonal usage, with changes made as soon as possible. Carried 17-0 with Councillor Harrigan absent.
• Related tags: community_services

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)

Motion by Councillor C. McGregor re Rental of two Mini Excavators (motion; deferred (14-3))

• Mover: Ceccacci, Seconder: Pinsonneault
• Summary: Pulled from consent. Moved by Ceccacci, seconded by Pinsonneault, that the mini excavator rental motion be referred back to administration for the May 29 meeting for further information on costs and usage. Carried 14-3.
• Related tags: procurement, infrastructure

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)

Dresden Dog Off-Leash Recreation Area (motion; carried)

• Mover: —
• Summary: The Dresden Dog Off-Leash Recreation Area report was approved as part of the Consent Agenda.
• Related tags: community_services, consent_agenda

Dresden Dog Off-Leash Recreation Area

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

St. Clair College Donation of Land for Recreational Purposes (motion; carried)

• Mover: —
• Summary: The St. Clair College Donation of Land for Recreational Purposes report was approved as part of the Consent Agenda.
• Related tags: property, consent_agenda
• Entities: St. Clair College

St. Clair College Donation of Land for Recreational Purposes

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

Aqua City lease and profit-sharing agreement (vote; carried (11-4))

• Mover: Doyle, Seconder: Thompson
• Summary: Councillor Doyle moved, seconded by Councillor Thompson, to authorize the GM of Infrastructure & Engineering Services to negotiate a lease and profit-sharing agreement with Aqua City for use of CK land at Erieau beach, and related directions on parking, location, regulatory compliance, and a dedicated profit-sharing account. Pulled from consent; carried 11-4.
• Related tags: property, community_services
• Entities: Aqua City

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)

Trial Period for Reduced Ice Rental Rates (motion; carried)

• Mover: —
• Summary: As part of the consent agenda, Council approved the Trial Period for Reduced Ice Rental Rates.
• Related tags: community_services, consent_agenda

Trial Period for Reduced Ice Rental Rates

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

Taylor Park Redevelopment Project - Community of Chatham (motion; carried)

• Mover: —
• Summary: As part of the consent agenda, Council approved the Taylor Park Redevelopment Project in the Community of Chatham.
• Related tags: infrastructure, consent_agenda

Taylor Park Redevelopment Project – Community of Chatham

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

Construction of the Multi-Use Pump Track Project - Community of Chatham (motion; carried)

• Mover: —
• Summary: As part of the consent agenda, Council approved the Construction of the Multi-Use Pump Track Project in the Community of Chatham.
• Related tags: infrastructure, consent_agenda

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

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

Storage Unit at Steinhoff Park, Community of Wallaceburg (motion; carried)

• Mover: —
• Summary: As part of the consent agenda, Council approved the Storage Unit at Steinhoff Park in the Community of Wallaceburg.
• Related tags: infrastructure, consent_agenda

Storage Unit at Steinhoff Park, Community of Wallaceburg

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

Chatham Lawn Bowling Clubhouse Decommissioning (vote; carried (16-0))

• Mover: Storey, Seconder: Finn
• Summary: Pulled from consent for discussion. Moved by Storey, seconded by Finn, to demolish the Chatham Lawn Bowling Clubhouse in Tecumseh Park (estimated $58,760) and authorize a new lease agreement with the Chatham Lawn Bowling Club. Carried 16 to 0.
• Related tags: property, community_services

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)

Motion on Splash Pad Operations (vote; carried (16-0))

• Mover: B. McGregor, Seconder: Pinsonneault
• Summary: Pulled from consent for discussion. Moved by B. McGregor, seconded by Pinsonneault, that all Chatham-Kent splash pads operate on a sixteen-week season with additional annual costs of $22,323 referred to the 2024-2027 budget. Carried 16 to 0.
• Related tags: budget, community_services

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)

Regional Park Development Along Bear Line Road (vote; carried (17-0))

• Mover: B. McGregor, Seconder: McGrail
• Summary: Pulled from consent for discussion. Moved by B. McGregor, seconded by McGrail, to adopt the preliminary landscape plan for the Regional Park along Bear Line Road, fund up to $2,000,000 for Phase 1, and authorize a lease for a domed tennis facility. Carried 17 to 0.
• Related tags: budget, infrastructure, community_services

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)

Naming of the Bryon Fluker Memorial Trail (vote; carried (17-0))

• Mover: Anderson, Seconder: Ceccacci
• Summary: Councillor Anderson moved, seconded by Councillor Ceccacci, that the pathway in Tilbury's Memorial Park be named the Bryon Fluker Memorial Trail. Pulled from consent and carried 17-0 with Councillor Harrigan absent.
• Related tags: community_services

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

Source: Council Meeting - September 11 2023 (Minutes)

Wallaceburg and Chatham Minor Baseball Scoreboard Agreements (vote; carried (17-0))

• Mover: Doyle, Seconder: McGrail
• Summary: Councillor Doyle moved, seconded by Councillor McGrail, authorizing WMBA to fundraise for a new electronic scoreboard at Andy Johnson Field and authorizing related agreements, including negotiating with Chatham Minor Baseball Association. Pulled from consent and carried 17-0 with Councillor Harrigan absent.
• Related tags: community_services

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)

Incentive Options for Woodlot Conservation (vote; defeated (4-13))

• Mover: Doyle, Seconder: Jubenville
• Summary: Councillor Doyle moved, seconded by Councillor Jubenville, that administration prepare an updated report for the March 4, 2024 Council meeting outlining incentive options to preserve woodlots and expand tree cover. Defeated 4-13. Councillor Wright declared a conflict. This item was pulled from the consent agenda.
• Related tags: environment

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)

Native Plant and Tree Nursery Project Update (agenda_item; received)

• Mover: —
• Summary: The Native Plant and Tree Nursery Project Update information report was presented. This item was placed aside from consent for discussion; no mover or recorded vote was printed.
• Related tags: environment
• Needs human review: No clear sponsoring councillor in the minutes

Native Plant and Tree Nursery Project Update (information report)

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

Designated Fire Lanes - Erieau (vote; carried (17-0))

• Mover: Harrigan, Seconder: Ceccacci
• Summary: Councillor Harrigan moved, seconded by Councillor Ceccacci, that surplus designated fire lanes in Erieau be listed for sale, two kayak launches be designed at Third Street and Stass Lane, community engagement occur via Let's Talk CK, and a review of the Erieau fire services fleet be undertaken for FUS accreditation. Carried 17-0 on a recorded vote, with Councillor C. McGregor absent. Pulled from consent.
• Related tags: property, public_safety, infrastructure

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

Lease Agreement with Chatham Minor Baseball Association (vote; carried (16-0))

• Mover: Jubenville, Seconder: Doyle
• Summary: Councillor Jubenville moved, seconded by Councillor Doyle, that the existing lease with Chatham Minor Baseball Association for Rotary Park be terminated and a new 10-year lease be authorized with specified terms. Motion carried 16-0.
• Related tags: property, community_services

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

Advertising in Municipal Arenas (vote; carried (15-1))

• Mover: McGrail, Seconder: Ceccacci
• Summary: Pulled from consent. Moved by Councillor McGrail, seconded by Councillor Ceccacci, that the report be referred back to administration for a report on cost, feasibility of bringing the service in house, and possible user-group role. Carried 15-1. Councillor Jubenville declared a conflict.
• Related tags: community_services

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

Notice of Motion re CK Field of Dreams (notice_of_motion; received)

• Mover: Crew
• Summary: Councillor Crew presented a notice of motion regarding CK Field of Dreams, to be added to the January 15 Council agenda for discussion and voting.
• Related tags: community_services

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

Wheatley Arena Improvements (vote; carried (18-0))

• Mover: Anderson, Seconder: Ceccacci
• Summary: Council directed that construction of an elevator and accessible washrooms at the Wheatley Area Arena be considered in the 2025 Capital Budget update, and directed staff to review accessible parking at all arena locations. Moved by Councillor Anderson, seconded by Councillor Ceccacci.
• Related tags: community_services, budget

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)

Motion by Councillor Crew re CK Field of Dreams (motion; carried)

• Mover: Crew
• Summary: Councillor Crew's motion regarding the CK Field of Dreams was approved as part of the consent agenda.

Motion by Councillor Crew re CK Field of Dreams

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

Public WiFi in Chatham-Kent Recreational Buildings (notice_of_motion; —)

• Mover: Councillor Harrigan
• Summary: Councillor Harrigan presented a notice of motion regarding public WiFi in Chatham-Kent recreational buildings, to be added to the February 26, 2024 Council Agenda for discussion and voting.
• Related tags: technology

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)

Letter of Support - Blenheim Golden Acres Curling Club (motion; carried)

• Mover: Councillor Ceccacci, Seconder: Councillor Doyle
• Summary: Council approved sending a letter of support to the Blenheim Golden Acres Curling Club to be included in their Ontario Trillium Foundation Grant application. Moved by Councillor Ceccacci, seconded by Councillor Doyle; carried by show of hands.
• Related tags: governance, grants
• Entities: Blenheim Golden Acres Curling Club, Ontario Trillium Foundation
• Needs human review: Motion outcome listed, but no recorded vote tally

"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)

Public Wi-Fi in Chatham-Kent Recreational Buildings (vote; carried (13-0))

• Mover: Councillor Harrigan, Seconder: Councillor C. McGregor
• Summary: Council directed staff to prepare a business case for public Wi-Fi in arenas for the 2025 budget, to consider Wi-Fi in other recreational buildings in the CK Recreation Master Plan, and to include cost implications in the 2026 budget deliberations. Moved by Councillor Harrigan, seconded by Councillor C. McGregor; Councillor Jubenville declared a conflict.
• Related tags: wi_fi, budget

“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)

Tender Award - Bear Line Regional Park - Phase 1 (vote; carried (16-0))

• Mover: Storey, Seconder: Jubenville
• Summary: Council awarded the Bear Line Regional Park - Phase 1 tender ($2,938,000 incl. HST) to Gillier Construction Inc., approved a $65,879 contract amendment to McGuigan Engineering Inc. for contract administration, authorized signing the agreements, and directed administration to investigate a multi-purpose indoor soccer facility in Phase 2. Moved by Councillor Storey, seconded by Councillor Jubenville.
• Related tags: procurement
• Entities: Gillier Construction Inc., McGuigan Engineering Inc.

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)

Review of Municipal Day Camps (notice_of_motion; —)

• Mover: B. McGregor
• Summary: Councillor B. McGregor presented a notice of motion regarding a Review of Municipal Day Camps. The matter will be added to the May 13, 2024 agenda for discussion and voting.
• Related tags: community_services

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)

Motion by Councillor B. McGregor re Review of Municipal Day Camps (motion; carried)

• Mover: B. McGregor
• Summary: Councillor B. McGregor's motion regarding a review of municipal day camps was approved as part of the Consent Agenda.
• Related tags: community_services, review

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

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

A.L.L. for Kids Program Information Update (motion; received)

• Mover: —
• Summary: The Activity, Leisure, Lessons (A.L.L) for Kids Program Information Update was received for information as part of the consent agenda.
• Related tags: community_services, procedural

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

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

Permanent Closure of the Access to Burns Beach (Raleigh) (vote; carried (13-5))

• Mover: Councillor Bondy, Seconder: Councillor Ceccacci
• Summary: Council approved the permanent closure of the access to Burns Beach at the south limit of Dillon Road in the Community of Raleigh. Moved by Councillor Bondy, seconded by Councillor Ceccacci.
• Related tags: roads, closure

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)

Field of Dreams Baseball Project (vote; carried (12-6))

• Mover: Councillor Crew, Seconder: Councillor Allin
• Summary: Council authorized the Field of Dreams Committee to fundraise for a new fully accessible baseball diamond, identified the Kiwanis Stadium soccer field at Rotary Park as the preferred location subject to design and Council approval, and referred $35,000 in design costs to the 2025 Budget Update. Moved by Councillor Crew, seconded by Councillor Allin.
• Related tags: community_services
• Entities: Field of Dreams Committee

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)

Blenheim Dog Off-Leash Recreation Area (motion; carried)

• Mover: —
• Summary: Council approved the Blenheim Dog Off-Leash Recreation Area report as part of the consent agenda.

Blenheim Dog Off-Leash Recreation Area

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

Tilbury Dog Off-Leash Recreation Area (motion; carried)

• Mover: —
• Summary: Council approved the Tilbury Dog Off-Leash Recreation Area report as part of the consent agenda.

Tilbury Dog Off-Leash Recreation Area

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

Chatham-Kent Dream Field Project Update (agenda_item; received)

• Mover: —
• Summary: The Chatham-Kent Dream Field Project Update information report was received for information.
• Related tags: dream_field
• Needs human review: No clear sponsoring councillor in the minutes

The report was received for information.

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

Motion by Councillor Ceccacci re Rondeau Park Barrier Beach (motion; carried)

• Mover: Councillor Ceccacci
• Summary: Councillor Ceccacci's motion regarding the Rondeau Park Barrier Beach was approved as part of the Consent Agenda. Deputations were received on this item from Jeff Vidler, Ronald Fordham (emailed) and Sharon Pfaff (read at the meeting).
• Related tags: environment, rondeau

Motion by Councillor Ceccacci re Rondeau Park Barrier Beach

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

Recreation Facility Funding Opportunities (agenda_item; received)

• Mover: —
• Summary: The Recreation Facility Funding Opportunities information report was received for information after being placed aside for discussion.
• Related tags: funding
• Needs human review: No clear sponsoring councillor in the minutes

This report was received for information.

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

Blenheim Tennis Courts (agenda_item; received)

• Mover: —
• Summary: The Blenheim Tennis Courts information report was received for information after being placed aside for discussion.
• Needs human review: No clear sponsoring councillor in the minutes

This report was received for information.

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

Bothwell Arena Canteen Operating Agreement (motion; carried)

• Mover: —
• Summary: Council approved the Bothwell Arena Canteen Operating Agreement as part of the consent agenda.
• Related tags: infrastructure, agreement

Bothwell Arena Canteen Operating Agreement

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

Motion on Accessible Recreational Amenities (agenda_item; received)

• Mover: —
• Summary: Council received the Motion on Accessible Recreational Amenities information report for information.
• Related tags: community_services
• Needs human review: No clear sponsoring councillor in the minutes

Council received the report for information.

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

Divestment of Clearville Park (notice_of_motion; —)

• Mover: Wright
• Summary: Councillor Wright presented a notice of motion regarding the Divestment of Clearville Park, to be added to the February 10, 2025 agenda.
• Related tags: property

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

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

Tennis Dome Facility Lease - St. Clair College Community Park (vote; carried (11-0))

• Mover: Jubenville, Seconder: Bondy
• Summary: Council authorized a lease amendment to allow Tennis Clubs of Canada to build and operate a year-round domed tennis facility at St. Clair College Community Park; item pulled from consent. Moved by Councillor Jubenville, seconded by Councillor Bondy. Carried 11-0.
• Related tags: development
• Entities: Tennis Clubs of Canada

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)

Clearville Park Divestment (vote; carried (18-0))

• Mover: Wright, Seconder: Thompson
• Summary: Council deferred divestment of Clearville Park pending full consultation, with a report to return in Fall 2025. Moved by Councillor Wright, seconded by Councillor Thompson.
• Related tags: property
• Entities: Lower Thames Valley Conservation Authority

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)

Rotary Park and Fergie Jenkins Field Improvements (vote; carried (15-1))

• Mover: Crew, Seconder: Anderson
• Summary: Council authorized funding for a perimeter fence and additional bleachers at Fergie Jenkins Field and a 20-year agreement with the Chatham-Kent Barnstormers; item pulled from consent. Moved by Councillor Crew, seconded by Councillor Anderson. Councillor Storey opposed.
• Entities: Chatham-Kent Barnstormers, Hydro One Community Benefit Fund

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)

2024 Recreation Summer Camp Review (agenda_item; received)

• Mover: —
• Summary: Council received the 2024 Recreation Summer Camp Review information report for information; item pulled from the consent agenda.
• Needs human review: No clear sponsoring councillor in the minutes

2024 Recreation Summer Camp Review (information report)

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

Physical Literacy Chatham-Kent Project (motion; received)

• Mover: —
• Summary: The Physical Literacy Chatham-Kent Project information report was pulled from consent for discussion and received for information; no recorded vote or mover.
• Related tags: community_services
• Needs human review: No clear sponsoring councillor in the minutes

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)

Taylor Park Revitalization Project (motion; carried)

• Mover: —
• Summary: Council authorized an agreement with Clarke Construction Inc. for walkways and recreation amenities at Taylor Park, Chatham. Approved as part of the Consent Agenda.
• Entities: Clarke Construction Inc.

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)

Chatham Minor Girls Softball - Blythe Park Agreement (motion; carried)

• Mover: —
• Summary: Council authorized a five-year agreement with the Chatham Minor Girls Softball Association for use of Blythe Park, Chatham. Approved as part of the Consent Agenda.
• Related tags: community_services

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

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

Naming of Wheatley Arboretum Trail Phase 2 (motion; carried)

• Mover: —
• Summary: Council named the Wheatley Arboretum and Learning Trail Phase 2 'Doc. McKibben Way'. Approved as part of the Consent Agenda.
• Related tags: community_services

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

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

St. Clair College Community Park - Phase 2 (motion; received)

• Mover: —
• Summary: The St. Clair College Community Park Phase 2 information report was pulled from consent and received for information; no recorded vote or mover.
• Needs human review: No clear sponsoring councillor in the minutes

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

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

Expanding the Community Gardens Program (notice_of_motion; —)

• Mover: McDonald
• Summary: Councillor McDonald presented a notice of motion regarding expanding the Community Gardens Program, to be added to the June 23, 2025 agenda.
• Related tags: community_services

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

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

Ridgetown Arena Parking Lot Improvements (T25-143) (motion; carried)

• Mover: —
• Summary: Council awarded the ~$1.24M Ridgetown Arena parking lot improvements tender to Gillier Construction. Approved as part of the Consent Agenda.
• Related tags: infrastructure, procurement, budget
• Entities: Gillier Construction Inc.

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

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

Expanding the Community Gardens Program (motion; carried)

• Mover: McDonald
• Summary: Council directed a report on expanding the Public Health Community Gardens program to all wards, including costs, locations, and sponsorship/grant opportunities. A motion by Councillor McDonald, approved as part of the Consent Agenda.
• Related tags: community_services

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)

CCTV Camera Expansion (vote; carried (15-2))

• Mover: Harrigan, Seconder: Ceccacci
• Summary: Council approved CCTV cameras at five parks, with one-time costs from the strategic reserve and operating costs in the 2026 budget; item pulled from consent. Moved by Councillor Harrigan, seconded by Councillor Ceccacci. Councillors Doyle and Jubenville opposed.
• Related tags: emergency_services, budget

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)

Encampment Protocol - 10m from Recreational Paths (vote; carried (13-2))

• Mover: Canniff, Seconder: Finn
• Summary: Council amended encampment protocols requiring 10 m setback from recreational paths. Moved by Mayor Canniff, seconded by Councillor Finn. Councillor Crew declared a conflict. Carried 13-2.
• Related tags: housing, community_services

10 metres away from a recreational path.

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

Encampment Protocol - Close/Adjust Recreation Amenities (initial) (vote; carried (8-7))

• Mover: Canniff, Seconder: Finn
• Summary: Council initially carried a motion to direct administration to close or adjust recreation amenities inconsistent with the protocols. Moved by Mayor Canniff, seconded by Councillor Finn. Councillor Crew declared a conflict. Carried 8-7 (later reconsidered and defeated).
• Related tags: housing, community_services

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)

Encampments - Prohibit on Specified Parks (Defeated) (vote; defeated (6-8))

• Mover: Doyle, Seconder: Jubenville
• Summary: A motion by Councillor Doyle to prohibit encampments on PUC property, O'Neil Nature Preserve, Mud Creek Park and Kingston Park was defeated. Seconded by Councillor Jubenville. Councillor Crew declared a conflict. Defeated 6-8.
• Related tags: housing, community_services

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)

Encampments - Reconsider Recreation Amenities (1st, Defeated) (vote; defeated (6-9))

• Mover: Canniff, Seconder: B. McGregor
• Summary: A motion to reconsider the recreation-amenities clause (j) was defeated on the first attempt. Moved by Mayor Canniff, seconded by Councillor B. McGregor. Councillor Crew declared a conflict. Defeated 6-9.
• Related tags: procedural, housing

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)

Encampments - Reconsider Recreation Amenities (2nd, Carried) (vote; carried (10-4))

• Mover: Canniff, Seconder: B. McGregor
• Summary: On a second attempt, Council voted to reconsider the recreation-amenities clause (j). Moved by Mayor Canniff, seconded by Councillor B. McGregor. Councillor Crew declared a conflict. Carried 10-4.
• Related tags: procedural, housing

That the following motion be reconsidered (second attempt)

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

Encampments - Recreation Amenities Re-Vote (Defeated) (vote; defeated (6-8))

• Mover: Canniff, Seconder: Finn
• Summary: On the reconsidered re-vote, the recreation-amenities clause (j) was defeated, reversing its earlier passage. Moved by Mayor Canniff, seconded by Councillor Finn. Councillor Crew declared a conflict. Defeated 6-8.
• Related tags: housing, community_services

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)

Parks and Recreation Master Plan Update (motion; received)

• Mover: —
• Summary: The Parks and Recreation Master Plan Update was pulled from consent for presentation and received for information; no recorded vote or mover.
• Related tags: community_services
• Needs human review: No clear sponsoring councillor in the minutes

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)

Chatham-Kent Dream Field Project - Detailed Design (vote; carried (15-0))

• Mover: Crew, Seconder: B. McGregor
• Summary: Council authorized a procurement package for the detailed design of the Dream Field Project following receipt of committee funds. Moved by Councillor Crew, seconded by Councillor B. McGregor. Carried 15-0.
• Related tags: community_services

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)

Recreation Summer Camp Review - Fee Freeze (vote; carried (15-0))

• Mover: B. McGregor, Seconder: Harrigan
• Summary: Council froze Stay n Play camp fees until the next four-year budget update and directed a cost-implications report. Moved by Councillor B. McGregor, seconded by Councillor Harrigan. Carried 15-0.
• Related tags: community_services, budget

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)

CASO Trail Damage and Improper Use (notice_of_motion; —)

• Mover: Wright
• Summary: Councillor Wright presented a notice of motion regarding damage and improper use of the CASO Trail, to be added to the November 17 agenda.

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)

Ice Allocation Policy Review (notice_of_motion; —)

• Mover: Ceccacci
• Summary: Councillor Ceccacci presented a notice of motion regarding an Ice Allocation Policy Review, to be added to the November 17 agenda.
• Related tags: community_services

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

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

Motion - Damage and Improper Use of the CASO Trail (vote; carried (16-0))

• Mover: Wright, Seconder: McDonald
• Summary: Council directed administration to consult with Entegrus and Chatham-Kent Police Services on measures to address ATV damage and improper use of the CASO trail, reporting back in early 2026. Moved by Councillor Wright, seconded by Councillor McDonald. Carried 16-0.
• Related tags: infrastructure, community_services
• Entities: Entegrus, Chatham-Kent Police Services

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)

Motion - Seasonal Ice User Policy Review and Update (motion; carried)

• Mover: —
• Summary: Council directed administration to consult ice associations and user groups and review allocation processes, reporting back with potential recommendations. Approved as part of the Consent Agenda (Councillor Ceccacci's motion). Councillor Jubenville declared a conflict.
• Related tags: community_services

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)

Tender Award T25-302 - St. Clair College Community Park, Phase 2 (Westhoek) (motion; carried)

• Mover: —
• Summary: Council awarded Tender T25-302 for St. Clair College Community Park, Phase 2 to Westhoek Construction Limited for $3,303,906.71 including HST. Approved as part of the Consent Agenda.
• Related tags: procurement, budget
• Entities: Westhoek Construction Limited

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)

Parks and Recreation Master Plan - Recommendation 1 (Adoption) (vote; carried (16-1))

• Mover: Harrigan, Seconder: Storey
• Summary: Council adopted the 2025 Parks and Recreation Master Plan (recommendation voted separately). Moved by Councillor Harrigan, seconded by Councillor Storey. Councillor Wright opposed. Carried 16-1.

The 2025 Parks and Recreation Master Plan be adopted.

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

Parks and Recreation Master Plan - Recommendation 2 ($2M Reserves for Studies) (vote; carried (16-1))

• Mover: Harrigan, Seconder: Storey
• Summary: Council approved up to $1 million each from the New Arena Build Reserve and Parks Lifecycle Reserve for feasibility studies, due diligence and early design to advance major capital projects (recommendation voted separately). Moved by Councillor Harrigan, seconded by Councillor Storey. Councillor Storey opposed. Carried 16-1.
• Related tags: budget

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)

Parks and Recreation Master Plan - Recommendation 3 (Project Manager FTE) (vote; carried (16-1))

• Mover: Harrigan, Seconder: Storey
• Summary: Council approved a 1.0 FTE Project Manager position to deliver parks and recreation projects at an annual cost of $147,227.21, funded from Asset Management Plan funding (recommendation voted separately). Moved by Councillor Harrigan, seconded by Councillor Storey. Councillor Storey opposed. Carried 16-1.
• Related tags: budget

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)

Parks and Recreation Master Plan - Recommendation 4 (Growth Costs to DC Study) (vote; carried (17-0))

• Mover: Harrigan, Seconder: Storey
• Summary: Council referred growth-related project costs to the upcoming Development Charge Background Study for implementation in 2027 (recommendation voted separately). Moved by Councillor Harrigan, seconded by Councillor Storey. Carried 17-0.
• Related tags: budget, development

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)

Parks and Recreation Master Plan - Recommendation 5 (Costs to Future Budgets) (vote; carried (17-0))

• Mover: Harrigan, Seconder: Storey
• Summary: Council referred identified implementation costs to the 2027 Budget Update, the 2028-2031 Multi-Year Budget, and the Long-Term AMP Financial Plan (recommendation voted separately). Moved by Councillor Harrigan, seconded by Councillor Storey. Carried 17-0.
• Related tags: budget

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)

Motion - User Fee Exemption, Wallaceburg Memorial Arena Upstairs Hall (vote; carried (16-0))

• Mover: Hall, Seconder: C. McGregor
• Summary: Council directed administration to waive upstairs hall fees at the Wallaceburg Memorial Arena for minor sport organizations during tournaments and jamborees pending the User Fee Review, and to review those fees. Moved by Councillor Hall, seconded by Councillor C. McGregor. Carried 16-0.
• Related tags: community_services

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)

Motion - Ball Diamond Maintenance Level of Service (vote; carried (16-0))

• Mover: Crew, Seconder: B. McGregor
• Summary: Council directed administration to investigate and report before the 2027 budget process on a level-of-service increase and user fee adjustment for baseball diamond field preparation between games. Moved by Councillor Crew, seconded by Councillor B. McGregor. Carried 16-0.
• Related tags: community_services

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)

Chatham-Kent Community Gardens Expansion (vote; carried (16-0))

• Mover: McDonald, Seconder: Anderson
• Summary: Council authorized staff to engage residents in Tilbury, Blenheim, Thamesville and Bothwell and, if a volunteer site leader and at least 6 gardeners are secured, to expand community gardens to named parks, allocating up to $45,000 from the Public Health Operations Reserve. Deputation from Derwin Armstrong. Moved by Councillor McDonald, seconded by Councillor Anderson. Carried 16-0.
• Related tags: community_services

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)

Notice of Motion - Summer Ice Policy (notice_of_motion; received)

• Mover: Harrigan
• Summary: Councillor Harrigan presented a notice of motion regarding Summer Ice Policy, to be added to the January 26, 2026 Council agenda for discussion and voting.
• Related tags: community_services

Councillor Harrigan presented a notice of motion regarding Summer Ice Policy

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

Basketball Court Installation - McGregor Kinsmen Park, Blenheim (vote; carried (15-0))

• Mover: Ceccacci, Seconder: Anderson
• Summary: Council accepted a $45,000 Ridge Landfill Community Trust donation and approved a $90,000 3-on-3 basketball court at McGregor Kinsmen Park, Blenheim (built by AUBI Design Build), with the balance from Councillor Ceccacci's ward funds. Moved by Councillor Ceccacci, seconded by Councillor Anderson. Carried 15-0.
• Related tags: community_services
• Entities: Ridge Landfill Community Trust, AUBI Design Build

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)

Motion - Summer Ice Pilot (2026) (motion; carried)

• Mover: —
• Summary: Council approved Councillor Harrigan's Summer Ice Pilot: for 2026, make summer ice available at a minimum of one arena, remove the 30-hour booking requirement and the $50 summer premium, notify user groups by March 1, and report back in fall 2026 (any deficit funded from the strategic reserve). Approved as part of the Consent Agenda.
• Related tags: community_services

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)

Kinsmen Club of Dover - Park Use Agreements (Grande Pointe & Paul Belanger Parks) (motion; carried)

• Mover: —
• Summary: Council authorized five-year park-use agreements with the Kinsmen Club of Dover for Grande Pointe Park (ball diamond, pavilion, storage, signage) and Paul Belanger Park, Pain Court (tractor-pull grounds lease, signage). Approved as part of the Consent Agenda.
• Related tags: property
• Entities: Kinsmen Club of Dover

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)

Golf Cart Pilot Program - Erieau - 2026 Fee Update (vote; carried (15-0))

• Mover: Jubenville, Seconder: Doyle
• Summary: Council approved 2026 amendments to the User Fee By-law for the Erieau golf cart pilot program, with future golf-cart permit fee changes referred to budget/user-fee processes. Moved by Councillor Jubenville, seconded by Councillor Doyle. Carried 15-0.
• Related tags: by_laws, roads

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)

Growing Canada's Community Canopies Grant (FCM, $728K) (vote; carried (16-0))

• Mover: Storey, Seconder: B. McGregor
• Summary: Council authorized a $728,240 grant agreement with the Federation of Canadian Municipalities under the Growing Canada's Community Canopies program and committed $728,250 in matching funds from the Lifecycle Reforestation Reserve for tree planting. Moved by Councillor Storey, seconded by Councillor B. McGregor. Carried 16-0.
• Related tags: environment, budget
• Entities: Federation of Canadian Municipalities

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)

Dream Field Project Update (Chatham Minor Baseball) (vote; carried (17-0))

• Mover: Storey, Seconder: Crew
• Summary: Council authorized the Dream Field Committee (through Chatham Minor Baseball Association) to fundraise for a new regulation baseball diamond, directed a design procurement package after funds are received, and authorized use of the municipality's charitable number for donation tax receipts. Moved by Councillor Storey, seconded by Councillor Crew. Carried 17-0.
• Entities: Chatham Minor Baseball Association

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)

Mitchell's Bay Marine Park - Channel Dredging (motion; carried)

• Mover: —
• Summary: Council approved up to $175,000 from the Mitchell's Bay Marine Park Lifecycle Reserve for the municipality's 50% share of dredging the marine park channel. Approved as part of the Consent Agenda.
• Related tags: infrastructure, budget, water_sewer

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)

Agreement - Chatham Beach Volleyball Inc. (Courthouse Lane) (motion; carried)

• Mover: —
• Summary: Council authorized a 10-year (renewable) agreement with Chatham Beach Volleyball Inc. for use of municipal property on Courthouse Lane, Chatham. Approved as part of the Consent Agenda.
• Related tags: property
• Entities: Chatham Beach Volleyball Inc.

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

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

Lease - Second Floor of 66 Regent Street, Blenheim (Fitness Centre) (motion; carried)

• Mover: —
• Summary: Council authorized a 10-year lease of the second floor of 66 Regent Street, Blenheim to Chelsea and Jeff Mailing for a commercial fitness centre. Approved as part of the Consent Agenda.
• Related tags: property

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)