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Issue Timeline: roads

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169 civic action(s) on roads across 63 meeting(s) (2022-11-21 to 2026-06-22).

Timeline

2022-11-21 — Council Meeting - November 21 2022 (Minutes)

Connecting Links Program Application, St Clair Street Rehabilitation, Chatham (motion; carried)

Connecting Links Program Application, St Clair Street Rehabilitation

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

Centre Street Bus Stop Parking Control Modifications, Chatham (motion; carried)

Centre Street Bus Stop Parking Control Modifications

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

Notice of Motion - Include Chatham-Kent in MTO Golf Car Project (notice_of_motion; received)

Councillor Thompson presented a notice of motion regarding Request to Include Chatham-Kent into MTO Golf Car Project. This motion will be added to the December 5, 2022 Council Meeting.

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

2022-12-05 — Council Meeting - December 5 2022 (Minutes)

Contract Award T22-127-F Concrete Curb, Sidewalk and Driveway Repairs (motion; carried)

Contract Award T22-127-F Concrete Curb, Sidewalk and Driveway Repairs

Source: Council Meeting - December 5 2022 (Minutes) — Item 15b

Motion re Request to Include Chatham-Kent in MTO Golf Car Project (Councillor Thompson) (vote; carried (16-0))

Therefore be it resolved that Chatham-Kent authorize a letter to appropriate Ministers

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

Road Dedication By-laws (November 2022) (motion; carried)

Road Dedication By-laws

Source: Council Meeting - December 5 2022 (Minutes) — Item 18c

2023-01-16 — Combined Council Meeting - January 16 2023 (Minutes)

Talbot Trail Relocation EA - LRPP Plan Endorsement (Defeated) (vote; defeated (3-14))

The technical recommendations of the Environmental Assessment Study for a Long-Range Property Protection Plan (LRPP Plan) for a road and utility corridor be received and endorsed

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

Talbot Trail Relocation EA - Option 3 Phase 1 ESR (Carried) (vote; carried (14-3))

to file the ESR for the Phase 1 component only (Talbot Trail Municipal Class EA from 2nd Concession Line (Ellerbeck Road) to Stevenson Road), and only document separately the hazard zone for Phase 2 that was proposed by this study.

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

Notice of Motion - Speed Limit Zones on Park Avenue West (notice_of_motion; received)

Councillor Amy Finn presented a notice of motion regarding speed Limit zones on Park Avenue West between Keil Drive and Bloomfield Road.

Source: Combined Council Meeting - January 16 2023 (Minutes) — Item 23(a)

2023-02-06 — Council Meeting - February 6 2023 (Minutes)

Speed Limit Review - Park Avenue West, Chatham (vote; carried (17-0))

That administration review the current 60 km/hr and 70 km/hr speed limit zones on Park Avenue West in the Community of Chatham and determine if any reductions or adjustments are required.

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

Notice of Motion - Pedestrian Crosswalk on Park Avenue East (notice_of_motion; received)

Councillor Crew presented a notice of motion regarding a pedestrian activated cross walk crossing Park Avenue East, adjacent to the transit shelter.

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

2023-03-06 — Council Meeting - March 6 2023 (Minutes)

Contract T23-110 Road Crack Cleaning and Sealing (motion; carried)

Contract T23-110 - Road Crack Cleaning and Sealing

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

Middle Line and Wheatley Road Intersection Traffic Study (vote; carried (15-0))

An All-Way Stop be installed at the intersection of Middle Line and Wheatley Road/Queen Street South in the Community of Tilbury East, subject to approval from the County of Essex.

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

Motion re Pedestrian Crosswalk on Park Avenue East (motion; carried)

Motion by Councillor Crew re Investigation of a Pedestrian activated cross walk on Park Avenue East

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

2023-03-27 — Council Meeting - March 27 2023 (Minutes)

Contract Amendment R20-291 Grand Avenue East Road Reconstruction consulting (motion; carried)

This report was approved as part of the Consent Agenda.

Source: Council Meeting - March 27 2023 (Minutes) — Item 14(a)

Expropriations for Queen's Line and Merlin Road Intersection Improvement (motion; carried)

This report was approved as part of the Consent Agenda.

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

Snow Avenue Extension, Community of Blenheim (motion; received)

This information report was approved as part of the Consent Agenda.

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

Motion by Councillor Ceccacci re Railway Crossing Safety and Maintenance (motion; carried)

This motion was approved as part of the Consent Agenda.

Source: Council Meeting - March 27 2023 (Minutes) — Item 21(a)

2023-04-03 — Council Meeting - April 3 2023 (Minutes)

Contract T23-102 Surface Treatment (motion; carried)

This report was approved as part of the Consent Agenda.

Source: Council Meeting - April 3 2023 (Minutes) — Item 15(a)

Contract T23-102A Fibre Reinforced Surface Treatment (motion; carried)

This report was approved as part of the Consent Agenda.

Source: Council Meeting - April 3 2023 (Minutes) — Item 15(b)

Contract T23-162 Wrights Lane Reconstruction (motion; carried)

This report was approved as part of the Consent Agenda.

Source: Council Meeting - April 3 2023 (Minutes) — Item 15(d)

Contract T23-113 Pavement Markings Materials and Services (motion; carried)

This report was approved as part of the Consent Agenda.

Source: Council Meeting - April 3 2023 (Minutes) — Item 15(e)

Tender Award T23-103 Supply and Place Gravel (vote; carried (17-0))

The low bid of $28.75 per tonne from Rene Blain Trucking Ltd. for the supply and place of road gravel to the Dover division be accepted.

Source: Council Meeting - April 3 2023 (Minutes) — Item 15(f)

2023-04-24 — Combined Council Meeting - April 24 2023 (Minutes)

RFP Award - Contract R23-168 - Engineering Services for Wyandott Street Reconstruction (motion; carried)

This report was approved as part of the Consent Agenda.

Source: Combined Council Meeting - April 24 2023 (Minutes) — Item 16(a)

Tender Award - Contract T23-105C - Cold in Place Pavement Recycling (motion; carried)

This report was approved as part of the Consent Agenda.

Source: Combined Council Meeting - April 24 2023 (Minutes) — Item 16(b)

RFP Award R23-104 - Supply and Application of Dust Suppressants (motion; carried (16-0))

The proposal for the supply and delivery of dust suppressants for gravel roadways within the Municipality be awarded to Den-Mar Brines Limited and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign the necessary agreement.

Source: Combined Council Meeting - April 24 2023 (Minutes) — Item 16(c)

Tender Award - Contract T23-164 - Keil Drive South Extension (motion; carried (17-0))

The tender award in the amount of $3,729,000 (including HST) for the Keil Drive South Extension, Community of Chatham be awarded to Clarke Construction Inc.

Source: Combined Council Meeting - April 24 2023 (Minutes) — Item 16(d)

Contract Extension - R18-186 Supply and Haul of Bulk Coarse Highway Salt (motion; carried)

This report was approved as part of the Consent Agenda.

Source: Combined Council Meeting - April 24 2023 (Minutes) — Item 16(e)

Letter of support re South Huron School Bus Stop Arm Cameras (motion; carried)

That Chatham-Kent Council send a letter of support for the resolution from the Municipality of South Huron regarding Support for the School Bus Stop Arm Cameras.

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

2023-05-08 — Council Meeting - May 8 2023 (Minutes)

Tender Award - Dufferin Avenue Road Rehabilitation (T23-191) (vote; carried (17-0))

The tender in the amount of $8,747,892.86 (including HST) for the Dufferin Avenue Road Rehabilitation be awarded to Birnam Excavating Ltd.

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The Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign the necessary agreement,

Source: Council Meeting - May 8 2023 (Minutes) — Item 16(a)

Tender Award - Hot-Mix Resurfacing (T23-105) (motion; carried)

Tender Award – Contract T23-105 – Hot-Mix Resurfacing

Source: Council Meeting - May 8 2023 (Minutes) — Item 16(e)

2023-05-29 — Council Meeting - May 29 2023 (Minutes)

Emergency Work - Rose Beach Access Laneway, Howard (motion; carried)

Emergency Work - Rose Beach Access Laneway, Community of Howard (information report)

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

Talbot Trail Interim Solution (vote; carried (15-0))

That administration be requested to develop an interim solution that meets an Infrastructure Protection Design Criteria for a 30-to-100-year hazard zone through an Environmental Assessment addendum to the approved plan between Coatsworth Road and Stevenson Road.

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

Road Dedication Bylaws (motion; carried)

Road Dedication Bylaws May 29 2023

Source: Council Meeting - May 29 2023 (Minutes) — Item 20(b)

2023-06-26 — Council Meeting - June 26 2023 (Minutes)

Tender Award T23-217 - LO Stonehouse Memorial Walkbridge Bridge Rehabilitation (vote; carried (17-0))

The tender in the amount of $2,304,500.35 (including HST) for the LO Stonehouse Memorial Walkbridge over the Sydenham River Bridge Rehabilitation, be awarded to Dayson Industrial Services Inc.

Source: Council Meeting - June 26 2023 (Minutes) — Item 14(d)

Tender Award T23-107 - Concrete Curb Repair Program (motion; carried)

Tender Award – Contract T23-107 – Concrete Curb Repair Program

Source: Council Meeting - June 26 2023 (Minutes)

Tender Award T23-232 - Traffic Signal Cabinet Purchase (motion; carried)

Tender Award: Contract T23-232 – Traffic Signal Cabinet Purchase

Source: Council Meeting - June 26 2023 (Minutes)

Purchase of Lands for Queen's Line and Merlin Road Intersection (motion; carried)

Purchase of Lands for Queen

Source: Council Meeting - June 26 2023 (Minutes)

Contract Amendment - Drake Road Bridge Rehabilitation (motion; carried)

Contract Amendment - Consulting Engineering Services - Drake Road Bridge Rehabilitation over Finn and Cooper Drain

Source: Council Meeting - June 26 2023 (Minutes)

2023-07-10 — Combined Council Meeting - July 10 2023 (Minutes)

PIN 00502-0253 Road Allowance Closing and Sale to 2719545 Ontario Inc. (motion; carried)

PIN 00502-0253 Road Allowance Closing and Sale to 2719545 Ontario Inc.

Source: Combined Council Meeting - July 10 2023 (Minutes) — Item 19(a)

Pedestrian Crossing Traffic Study - Park Avenue East at Park Street, Chatham (motion; received)

Pedestrian Crossing Traffic Study – Park Avenue East at Park Street, Community of Chatham (information report)

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

2023-08-14 — Combined Council Meeting - August 14 2023 (Minutes)

Tender Award - Contract T23-216 Albert Avenue Reconstruction, Ridgetown (motion; carried)

Tender Award - Contract T23-216 – Albert Avenue Reconstruction, Community of Ridgetown

Source: Combined Council Meeting - August 14 2023 (Minutes) — Item 17(a)

Park Avenue West and Howard Avenue Speed Limits (motion; carried)

Park Avenue West and Howard Avenue Speed Limits

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

Motion by Councillor Doyle re Long Term Plan for Gravel Roads (vote; carried (12-4))

That administration be requested to develop a long-term plan for gravel roadways that includes the prioritization of upgrades to surface treatment or pavement for roadways that a key connector or where the traffic volumes meet the requirements.

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

2023-09-11 — Council Meeting - September 11 2023 (Minutes)

Sole Source Award Wheeler Line Rehabilitation (motion; carried)

Sole Source Award – Wheeler Line Rehabilitation

Source: Council Meeting - September 11 2023 (Minutes)

On-Street Parking Removal for Bike Lanes Indian Creek Road West (vote; carried (16-0))

On-street parking be removed from the south side of Indian Creek Road West between Lacroix Street and Howard Road in Chatham to accommodate bike lanes.

Source: Council Meeting - September 11 2023 (Minutes)

Motion re ATV By-law (motion; carried)

Motion by Councillor McGrail re ATV By-law

Source: Council Meeting - September 11 2023 (Minutes)

Notice of Motion re Haul Route By-law (notice_of_motion; received)

Councillor Ceccacci presented a notice of motion with regard to the Haul Route By-law. This matter will be added to the September 25, 2023 agenda for discussion and voting.

Source: Council Meeting - September 11 2023 (Minutes)

2023-09-25 — Council Meeting - September 25 2023 (Minutes)

Decorative Crosswalk Guideline (motion; carried)

Decorative Crosswalk Guideline

Source: Council Meeting - September 25 2023 (Minutes) — Item 21(a)

Motion by Councillor Ceccacci re Haul Route By-law (motion; carried)

Motion by Councillor Ceccacci re Haul Route By-law

Source: Council Meeting - September 25 2023 (Minutes) — Item 21(d)

2023-10-16 — Council Meeting - October 16 2023 (Minutes)

Tender Award T23-276 Extruded Cold Plastic Pavement Markings (vote; carried (17-0))

The tender award in the amount of $105,575.90 (including HST) for T23-273 (Supply and Installation of Extruded Cold Plastic Pavement Markings) be awarded to McGuinness Coating Ltd.

Source: Council Meeting - October 16 2023 (Minutes) — Item 15(c)

Pedestrian Crossings - Multiple Communities (vote; carried (17-0))

The following works be considered as part of the 2024-2027 capital budget:

Source: Council Meeting - October 16 2023 (Minutes) — Item 19(a)

Update on Ministry of Transportation Projects - 401 Median Barriers (vote; carried (17-0))

Therefore, I move that a response letter be sent to the Ontario Ministry of Transportation to request that concrete median barrier installation is expedited and a specific timeline is provided to the municipality and all relevant stakeholders as soon as possible.

Source: Council Meeting - October 16 2023 (Minutes) — Item 19(b)

2023-10-30 — Council Meeting - October 30 2023 (Minutes)

RFP Award Engineering Services Queens Line and Merlin Road Roundabout (vote; carried (14-4))

The proposal in the amount of $401,731.95 (including HST) for the Engineering Services for Queens Line and Merlin Road Roundabout be awarded to LEA Consulting Ltd.

Source: Council Meeting - October 30 2023 (Minutes) — Item 15(b)

Gravel Road Conversion Prioritization Framework (agenda_item; received)

Council received this report for information.

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

By-laws Third and Final Reading (motion; unknown)

That the by-laws be taken as read for a third time and finally passed.

Source: Council Meeting - October 30 2023 (Minutes) — Item 25(e) - Third and Final Reading

2023-11-06 — Council Meeting - November 6 2023 (Minutes)

RFP Award - King Street West Reconstruction Engineering Services (motion; carried)

RFP Award – Contract R23-235 – Engineering Services for King Street West Reconstruction (Lacroix Street to Second Street)

Source: Council Meeting - November 6 2023 (Minutes) — Item 14(a)

Road Safety Action Plan (vote; carried (17-0))

The Road Safety Action Plan, attached as Appendix A, be adopted.

Source: Council Meeting - November 6 2023 (Minutes) — Item 22(a) - Road Safety Action Plan

Traffic Calming Policy (vote; carried (16-0))

The Traffic Calming Policy, attached as Appendix A, be adopted.

Source: Council Meeting - November 6 2023 (Minutes) — Item 22(b) - Traffic Calming Policy

Sidewalk Network Completion Policy (vote; carried (17-0))

The Sidewalk Network Completion Policy, attached as Appendix A, be adopted.

Source: Council Meeting - November 6 2023 (Minutes) — Item 22(c) - Sidewalk Network Completion Policy

Decorative Crosswalks Honouring Veterans (notice_of_motion; received)

Councillor Ceccacci presented a notice of motion regarding decorative crosswalks honouring Veterans. The matter will be added to the November 27, 2023 Council agenda for discussion and voting.

Source: Council Meeting - November 6 2023 (Minutes) — Item 23 - Notices of Motion

2023-11-27 — Council Meeting - November 27 2023 (Minutes)

Decorative Crosswalks Honouring Veterans (motion; carried)

Motion by Councillor Ceccacci re Decorative Crosswalks Honouring Veterans

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

Roadways previously funded by the Provincial Government (notice_of_motion; received)

Councillor B. McGregor presented a notice of motion regarding roadways previously funded by the Provincial Government. This matter will be added to the December 11, 2023 Council agenda for discussion and voting.

Source: Council Meeting - November 27 2023 (Minutes) — Item 21a

2023-12-11 — Combined Council Meeting - December 11 2023 (Minutes)

Traffic & Parking By-law Amendment - Various Items (Blenheim, Chatham, Chatham Township, Romney) (motion; carried)

Traffic & Parking By-law Amendment – Various Items (Communities of Blenheim, Chatham, Chatham Township, and Romney)

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

Motion re Roadways funded by the Province (vote; carried (17-0))

That Chatham Kent council direct administration to identify roadways previously funded by the province and draft a letter requesting similar treatment, including an uploading of said identified roadways to the province.

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

Road Dedication By-laws December 11, 2023 (motion; carried)

Road Dedication By-laws December 11, 2023

Source: Combined Council Meeting - December 11 2023 (Minutes) — Item 21b

2024-01-15 — Combined Council Meeting - January 15 2024 (Minutes)

Library Lane (Municipal Lot 1) Parking Amendments (motion; carried)

Library Lane (Municipal Lot 1) Parking Amendments

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

Upgrade of McKinlay Line between Rose Beach Line and New Scotland Line (notice_of_motion; —)

Councillor Pinsonneault presented a notice of motion regarding Upgrade of McKinlay Line between Rose Beach Line and New Scotland Line.

Source: Combined Council Meeting - January 15 2024 (Minutes) — Item 23(a)

2024-02-05 — Council Meeting - February 5 2024 (Minutes)

Upgrade of McKinlay Road between New Scotland Line and Rose Beach Line (vote; carried)

“That McKinlay Road between New Scotland Line and Rose Beach Line be considered a priority in the gravel road improvement process.”

Source: Council Meeting - February 5 2024 (Minutes) — Item 18(d)

Catherine Street Downtown Winter Control (notice_of_motion; —)

Councillor Doyle presented a notice of motion regarding including Catherine Street between Talbot Street West and Marlborough Street South in the Downtown Business Area winter control.

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

Waive Notice for Councillor Doyle Motion (vote; defeated)

“That Council waive the notice requirement to allow a motion by Councillor Doyle to be voted on at this meeting.”

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

2024-02-26 — Combined Council Meeting - February 26 2024 (Minutes)

Extension to Blenheim Downtown Business Area Winter Control (vote; carried (14-0))

“That administration be directed to immediately include the following streets into the “Downtown Business Areas”:

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

2024-03-04 — Council Meeting - March 4 2024 (Minutes)

On-Street Parking Amendments - Tweedsmuir Avenue West (Chatham) (motion; carried)

On-Street Parking Amendments – Tweedsmuir Avenue West Adjacent to Rotary Park (Community of Chatham)

Source: Council Meeting - March 4 2024 (Minutes) — Item 18(b)

Road Dedication Bylaws - River Line, Tupperville Road, Riverview Line (motion; carried)

Road Dedication Bylaws – River Line, Tupperville Road, and Riverview Line

Source: Council Meeting - March 4 2024 (Minutes) — Item 19(a)

2024-03-25 — Council Meeting - March 25 2024 (Minutes)

Tender Award - T24-103 Supply and Place Gravel (motion; carried)

Tender Award – T24-103 Supply and Place Gravel

Source: Council Meeting - March 25 2024 (Minutes) — Item 14(b)

Tender Award - Contract T24-166 - Elizabeth Street and Lisgar Street Reconstruction (motion; carried)

Tender Award – Contract T24-166 – Elizabeth Street and Lisgar Street Reconstruction

Source: Council Meeting - March 25 2024 (Minutes) — Item 14(c)

2024-04-29 — Combined Council Meeting - April 29 2024 (Minutes)

Sole Source Award - Queens Line and Merlin Road Intersection Improvements (motion; carried)

Sole Source Award – Queens Line and Merlin Road Intersection Improvements – Hydro Relocations

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

On-Street Parking Amendments - King Street West (Chatham) (motion; carried)

On-Street Parking Amendments – King Street West (Community of Chatham)

Source: Combined Council Meeting - April 29 2024 (Minutes) — Item 21(c)

2024-05-13 — Council Meeting - May 13 2024 (Minutes)

Single Source Award - Contract T24-102 Surface Treatment (motion; carried)

Single Source Award – Contract T24-102 – Surface Treatment

Source: Council Meeting - May 13 2024 (Minutes) — Item 16(a)

Tender Award - Contract T24-105C Cold in Place Pavement Recycling (motion; carried)

Tender Award – Contract T24-105C – Cold in Place Pavement Recycling

Source: Council Meeting - May 13 2024 (Minutes) — Item 16(b)

Tender Award - Contract T24-105W Hot-Mix Resurfacing (Tilbury and Wheatley) (motion; carried)

Tender Award – Contract T24-105W – Hot-Mix Resurfacing (Tilbury and Wheatley)

Source: Council Meeting - May 13 2024 (Minutes) — Item 16(c)

2024-05-27 — Combined Council Meeting - May 27 2024 (Minutes)

Contract Amendment - Dufferin Avenue Road Rehabilitation (T23-191) (motion; carried)

Contract Amendment – Contract T23-191 – Dufferin Avenue Road Rehabilitation

Source: Combined Council Meeting - May 27 2024 (Minutes) — Item 16(a)

Tender Award - Wyandott Street Reconstruction (T23-230) (motion; carried)

Tender Award – Contract T23-230 – Wyandott Street Reconstruction

Source: Combined Council Meeting - May 27 2024 (Minutes) — Item 16(b)

Tender Award - Cathcart Street Reconstruction (T24-199) (motion; carried)

Tender Award – Contract T24-199 – Cathcart Street Reconstruction

Source: Combined Council Meeting - May 27 2024 (Minutes) — Item 16(c)

2024-06-10 — Council Meeting - June 10 2024 (Minutes)

Chatham-Kent Tourism Area Profile Highway 401 Signage Update (motion; carried)

Chatham-Kent Tourism Area Profile Highway 401 Signage Update

Source: Council Meeting - June 10 2024 (Minutes) — Item 20(a)

Notice of Motion re Review of King Street, Chatham in Transportation Master Plan (notice_of_motion; —)

Councillor Allin presented a notice of motion regarding inclusion of a review of King Street, Chatham in the Transportation Master Plan.

Source: Council Meeting - June 10 2024 (Minutes) — Item 23

2024-06-24 — Combined Council Meeting - June 24 2024 (Minutes)

Tender Award - Contract T24-105 Hot Mix Resurfacing (vote; carried (18-0))

The tender award in the amount of $6,141,808.78 (including HST) for Hot Mix Resurfacing be awarded to Huron Construction Company, A division of Brennan Paving and Construction Ltd.

Source: Combined Council Meeting - June 24 2024 (Minutes) — Item 16(a)

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

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)

Traffic and Parking By-law Update for School Areas (Chatham) (vote; carried (18-0))

That the Municipal Traffic and Parking By-Law 245-2004 be amended as follows and as per Appendix A:

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

Motion by Councillor Allin re Review of King Street in Transportation Master Plan (vote; defeated (6-12))

“That as part of the Transportation Master Plan staff review the feasibility of converting portions of King Street in downtown Chatham to one-way and introducing Angled parking,

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

Road Safety Assessment at Ridge Line and Kent Bridge Road (notice_of_motion; —)

Councillor Wright presented a notice of motion regarding a road safety assessment at the intersection of Ridge Line and Kent Bridge Road.

Source: Combined Council Meeting - June 24 2024 (Minutes) — Item 22(a)

2024-07-15 — Combined Council Meeting - July 15 2024 (Minutes)

Traffic By-law Update for Erieau Road and Victoria Street - London Road (motion; carried)

Traffic By-law Update for Erieau Road and Intersection of Victoria Street – London Road (Communities of Harwich and Thamesville)

Source: Combined Council Meeting - July 15 2024 (Minutes) — Item 20(e)

Motion re Road Safety Assessment - Ridge Line and Kent Bridge Road (vote; carried (15-0))

"That staff conduct a road safety assessment at the intersection of Ridge Line and Kent Bridge Road and report back to Council with recommendations."

Source: Combined Council Meeting - July 15 2024 (Minutes) — Item 20(f)

2024-09-09 — Council Meeting - September 9 2024 (Minutes)

Contract Award T24-152 Snow Removal and Winter Maintenance (vote; carried (15-0))

T24-152 Snow Removal & Winter Maintenance Contract in the amount of $122,707.36 (including HST) per snow event be awarded to the various contractors listed within.

Source: Council Meeting - September 9 2024 (Minutes) — Item 16(b)

RFP Award R24-217 Queens Line and Merlin Road Intersection Improvements (vote; carried (15-1))

The proposal in the amount of $6,587,593.77 (including HST) for the Construction Services for Queens Line and Merlin Road Intersection Improvements be awarded to Huron Construction, a division of Brennan Paving & Construction Ltd.

Source: Council Meeting - September 9 2024 (Minutes) — Item 16(c)

Speed Limits on Queens Line and Merlin Road (motion; carried)

Speed Limits on Queens Line and Merlin Road (Communities of Raleigh and Tilbury East)

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

2024-09-23 — Combined Council Meeting - September 23 2024 (Minutes)

Road Dedication Bylaws - Rosewood Cres, Centre Side Rd, Tuscany Trail (motion; carried)

Road Dedication Bylaws – Rosewood Cres, Centre Side Rd, Tuscany Trail

Source: Combined Council Meeting - September 23 2024 (Minutes) — Item 17(b)

Road Safety Action Plan Education Campaign (notice_of_motion; —)

Councillor Ceccacci presented a notice of motion regarding Road Safety Action Plan Education Campaign.

Source: Combined Council Meeting - September 23 2024 (Minutes) — Item 18

2024-10-07 — Council Meeting - October 7 2024 (Minutes)

Motion re Road Safety Action Plan Education Campaign (motion; deferred)

At the request of Councillor Ceccacci, this motion was postponed to the November 4, 2024 Council Meeting.

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

2024-11-04 — Council Meeting - November 4 2024 (Minutes)

Sydenham River Slope Stabilization, Glasgow Line and Short Line Municipal Class EA (vote; carried (17-0))

“That the report be referred back to administration for more information about the emergency access and traffic patterns in Section 2 of the Environmental Assessment.”

Source: Council Meeting - November 4 2024 (Minutes) — Item 19(b)

Road Safety Action Plan Education Campaign (vote; carried (17-0))

“That administration carry out an education campaign focused on the priorities identified the Road Safety Action Plan, including speeding.”

Source: Council Meeting - November 4 2024 (Minutes) — Item 19(c)

Letter of Support for Good Roads Ontario Rural Road Safety Program (motion; carried)

"That Chatham-Kent Council send a letter of support for the Good Roads Ontario Rural Road Safety Program."

Source: Council Meeting - November 4 2024 (Minutes) — Item 24(a)

2024-11-18 — Combined Council Meeting - November 18 2024 (Minutes)

Lakeshore Drive name change to Cedar Road (motion; carried)

Lakeshore Drive name change to Cedar Road

Source: Combined Council Meeting - November 18 2024 (Minutes) — Item 17(d)

Permanent Road Closure - Zone Rd. 10 at CN Railway Crossing (motion; carried)

Permanent Road Closure – Zone Rd. 10 at CN Railway Crossing

Source: Combined Council Meeting - November 18 2024 (Minutes) — Item 20(b)

2024-12-09 — Council Meeting - December 9 2024 (Minutes)

Traffic and Parking By-law Update for Subdivisions in Chatham-Kent (vote; carried (18-0))

The Traffic and Parking By-law 245-2004 be amended as attached in Appendix A.

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

2024-12-16 — Combined Council Meeting - December 16 2024 (Minutes)

Road Dedication Bylaws (multiple roads) (motion; carried)

Road Dedication Bylaws: Dashwheel Road, Smoke Line, Pioneer Line, Pioneer Line, Corktown Line, Howard Road, Talbot Trail, Queens Line, Tecumseh Line and Harwich Road

Source: Combined Council Meeting - December 16 2024 (Minutes) — Item 17(c)

Conversion of Yield to Stop Controlled Intersection (motion; carried)

Conversion of Yield to Stop Controlled Intersection in Chatham-Kent

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

On-Street Parking Amendments - King Street near Blenheim Memorial Arena (motion; carried)

On-Street Parking Amendments – King Street near Blenheim Memorial Arena (Community of Blenheim)

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

2025-01-27 — Combined Council Meeting - January 27 2025 (Minutes)

Sidewalk Winter Maintenance By-Law Amendments (motion; carried)

That By-Law Number 178-2019 be amended, as per Appendix A, replacing Schedule A with updated mapping.

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

Traffic Signal Maintenance Contract Limit Increase (vote; carried (11-0))

The Maintenance of Traffic Control Signals and Related Electrical Devices, awarded to Maple City Electric, be increased to $1,272,131.21 including HST.

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

2025-02-10 — Council Meeting - February 10 2025 (Minutes)

Sidewalk Winter Control (notice_of_motion; —)

Councillor Ceccacci presented a notice of motion regarding Sidewalk Winter Control.

Source: Council Meeting - February 10 2025 (Minutes) — Item 19(a)

2025-02-24 — Combined Council Meeting - February 24 2025 (Minutes)

Sidewalk Winter Control Level of Service (vote; carried (16-0))

That administration bring a business case to the 2026 budget update with current best practices employed by other municipalities and the costs associated with altering the current service level.

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

Road Closure - Wheatley Rd., Tilbury (motion; carried)

That a By-Law be passed to close Part of Property Identification Number 00830 0039, in the Community of Tilbury.

Source: Combined Council Meeting - February 24 2025 (Minutes) — Item 17(b)

2025-03-03 — Council Meeting - March 3 2025 (Minutes)

Gravel Road Conversion Debenture Plan (vote; carried (16-0))

That staff report back on an investment and debenture plan of approximately $30 million to accelerate the conversion of gravel roads in Chatham-Kent.

Source: Council Meeting - March 3 2025 (Minutes) — Item 16(a)

2025-03-17 — Combined Council Meeting - March 17 2025 (Minutes)

Gravel Tender T25-103 - Roadway Maintenance Gravel (vote; carried (17-0))

The total estimated program cost of $4,154,418.86 be funded from the 17770-LifeAMP ROW Infrastructure Reserve.

Source: Combined Council Meeting - March 17 2025 (Minutes) — Item 16(a)

Road Dedication By-laws - Grand Avenue East and Ridge Line (motion; carried)

a By-law to dedicate certain lands as part of Grand Avenue East be approved.

Source: Combined Council Meeting - March 17 2025 (Minutes) — Item 22(a)

2025-04-07 — Council Meeting - April 7 2025 (Minutes)

Road Safety Assessment - Kent Bridge Road / Ridge Line (vote; carried (16-0))

the short-term recommendations of the road safety assessment for the Kent Bridge Road and Ridge Line intersection, attached as Appendix A, be implemented.

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

Temporary Closure - Erie Shore Drive at Dyke Rd (motion; carried)

the portion of the highway known as Erie Shore Drive be temporarily closed where it exists immediately adjacent to the highway known as Dyke Road

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

Provincial Highways Funding Request (notice_of_motion; —)

Councillor Doyle presented a notice of motion regarding Provincial Highways Funding Request.

Source: Council Meeting - April 7 2025 (Minutes) — Item 25(a)

Talbot Trail Realignment Funding (notice_of_motion; —)

Councillor Ceccacci presented a notice of motion regarding Talbot Trail Realignment Funding.

Source: Council Meeting - April 7 2025 (Minutes) — Item 25(a)

2025-04-28 — Combined Council Meeting - April 28 2025 (Minutes)

Sidewalk Inspections & Trip Hazard Removal (R25-151) (motion; carried)

the contract for R25-151 Annual Sidewalk Inspection and Trip Hazard Removal for 2025 be awarded to Safe Sidewalks Canada at a total value of $107,632.50 (including HST).

Source: Combined Council Meeting - April 28 2025 (Minutes) — Item 14(c)

Provincial Highways Funding Request (motion; carried)

administration prepare a report to Council detailing the former Provincial Highways downloaded to Chatham-Kent

Source: Combined Council Meeting - April 28 2025 (Minutes) — Item 16(e)

Talbot Trail Realignment Funding Request (vote; carried (17-0))

a request for $5M of Provincial funding for the Talbot Trail project

Source: Combined Council Meeting - April 28 2025 (Minutes) — Item 16(f)

2025-05-26 — Combined Council Meeting - May 26 2025 (Minutes)

Surface Treatment Program Tender (motion; carried)

tender in the amount of $1,461,794.01 (including HST) for the Surface Treatment Program be awarded to Walker Construction Limited.

Source: Combined Council Meeting - May 26 2025 (Minutes) — Item 16(c)

Dust Suppressant (notice_of_motion; —)

Councillor Bondy presented a notice of motion regarding Dust Suppressant.

Source: Combined Council Meeting - May 26 2025 (Minutes) — Item 22(a)

2025-06-09 — Council Meeting - June 9 2025 (Minutes)

Traffic By-law Update - Developments and Capital Projects (vote; carried (16-0))

the by-law to amend Traffic and Parking By-law 245-2004 be approved as listed and attached in Appendix A.

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

Dust Suppressants - 2025 Procurement (vote; carried (13-3))

That Council instruct administration to follow the procurement process for dust suppression program for 2025 with the goal of having a partial application completed this calendar year.

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

Dust Suppressants - Referral to Budget (Defeated) (vote; defeated (8-9))

the motion be referred to the budget update process and have an updated staff report outlining best practices related to addressing dust production on gravel roads in September.

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

Dust Suppressants - Report for Next Year (vote; carried (16-0))

That administration bring a report in time for next year's procurement in order to make a decision on whether to re-instate effective dust control on gravel roads.

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

2025-06-23 — Combined Council Meeting - June 23 2025 (Minutes)

Lamila Street Reconstruction (T25-268) (motion; carried)

for the Lamila Street Reconstruction be awarded to Gillier Construction Inc.

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

Cold in Place Pavement Recycling (T25-105C) (motion; carried)

for Cold in Place Pavement Recycling be awarded to Huron Construction Company, a division of Brennan Paving and Construction Ltd.

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

Pavement Resurfacing Program (T25-105) (motion; carried)

for Pavement Resurfacing be awarded to Huron Construction Company, a division of Brennan Paving and Construction Ltd.

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

King Street West - Historic Lamp Post Review (vote; carried (13-3))

That administration review options for the historic lamp post replacement and report back to Council.

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

King Street West Reconstruction & First Street Watermain (T25-231) (vote; carried (16-0))

the tender in the amount of $6,422,149.12 (including HST) for the King Street West Reconstruction and First Street Watermain Replacement be awarded to Henry Heyink Construction Ltd.

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

Talbot Trail Realignment - Stage 4 Archaeological Assessment (vote; carried (17-0))

a contract amendment in the amount of $920,950.00 (including HST) for the Stage 4 Archaeological Assessment for the Talbot Trail Realignment project be approved for AECOM Canada Ltd.

Source: Combined Council Meeting - June 23 2025 (Minutes) — Item 18(b)

1998 Provincial Highways Transfers - Funding Request (motion; carried)

a request be sent to the Province of Ontario to develop and deliver a sustainable and predictable means of assisting municipalities with the upkeep of roads and bridges.

Source: Combined Council Meeting - June 23 2025 (Minutes) — Item 18(c)

2025-07-14 — Combined Council Meeting - July 14 2025 (Minutes)

Traffic Control Signals Maintenance Tender (motion; carried)

the tender for Contract T25-255 for the maintenance of traffic control signals and related devices, in the amount of $2,424,053.97 (including HST), be awarded to Field Electrical Contractors Inc.

Source: Combined Council Meeting - July 14 2025 (Minutes) — Item 16(b)

Dust Suppressants Tender (vote; carried (17-0))

The tender in the amount of $292,670.00 (including HST) for the Supply and Application of Dust Suppressants be awarded to Den-Mar Brines Limited.

Source: Combined Council Meeting - July 14 2025 (Minutes) — Item 16(d)

2025-08-11 — Combined Council Meeting - August 11 2025 (Minutes)

Golf Cart By-law and Erieau Operation (vote; carried (16-0))

the Municipality authorize the operation of Golf Carts on roads in the Golf Cart Permit Area in Erieau.

Source: Combined Council Meeting - August 11 2025 (Minutes) — Item 16(a)

Golf Cart Pilot - Permit Fee (vote; carried (10-6))

That the annual permit fee be amended to $75 for the first year, to be re-evaluated after one year to determine the permit fee needed for full cost recovery.

Source: Combined Council Meeting - August 11 2025 (Minutes) — Item 16(a)

2025-08-25 — Council Meeting - August 25 2025 (Minutes)

Essex County Boundary Road Agreement (motion; carried)

the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute a boundary road agreement with The Corporation of the County of Essex

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

Traffic and Parking By-law Updates (motion; carried)

Traffic and Parking By-law Amendment be approved as listed and attached in Appendix A.

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

2025-09-08 — Council Meeting - September 8 2025 (Minutes)

Gravel Road Conversion Program Acceleration (motion; carried)

the Gravel Road Conversion Program Acceleration Plan be accepted and implemented beginning in 2026.

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

2025-10-06 — Council Meeting - October 6 2025 (Minutes)

Offer to Purchase - Balmoral Line, Pain Court (motion; carried)

The offer to purchase from Balmoral Properties Corporation for a sale price of $90,000 for Part of Property Identification Number 00776 0066

Source: Council Meeting - October 6 2025 (Minutes) — Item 17(a)

Road Closure - PIN 00787 0257, Dover (motion; carried)

to close part of Property Identification Number 00787-0257, legally described as Part of Road Allowance Between Concession 1 & 3 (Not Open), Geographic Township of Dover.

Source: Council Meeting - October 6 2025 (Minutes) — Item 17(b)

2025-11-03 — Council Meeting - November 3 2025 (Minutes)

Snow Removal Services Sidewalks Contract Renewal (motion; carried)

That the contracts for T24-154 On-Call Snow Removal Services - Sidewalks be extended for the 2025-2026 winter control season commencing on November 9, 2025, and concluding April 1, 2026

Source: Council Meeting - November 3 2025 (Minutes) — Item 15(a)

Road Safety Assessment of Chatham Street, Blenheim (notice_of_motion; —)

Councillor Ceccacci presented a Notice of Motion regarding Road Safety Assessment of Chatham Street, Blenheim.

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

2025-11-17 — Combined Council Meeting - November 17 2025 (Minutes)

Contract T25-231 - King Street West Streetlighting Revision (vote; carried (15-1))

Contract amendments be approved for the Contractor, Henry Heyink Construction Ltd., and Consultant, RC Spencer Associates Inc., to a total amount of $50,000 (plus applicable HST)

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

Motion - Road Safety Assessment of Chatham Street, Blenheim (motion; carried)

staff conduct a road safety assessment of Chatham Street in the area of the Blenheim District High School and Harwich Raliegh and report back to Council with recommendations.

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

2025-12-15 — Combined Council Meeting - December 15 2025 (Minutes)

Road Dedication By-law - Emily Lane (motion; carried)

A By-law to dedicate certain lands as part of Emily Lane be approved.

Source: Combined Council Meeting - December 15 2025 (Minutes) — Item 17(c)

Talbot Trail Realignment - Land Purchases & Archaeological Assessment (vote; carried (14-0))

A contract amendment in the amount of $621,500.00 (including HST) for the Stage 4 Archaeological Assessment for the Talbot Trail Realignment project be approved for AECOM Canada Ltd.

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

Update on Bloomfield - 401 Interchange Project (motion; carried)

sign the necessary agreement(s) with the MTO regarding the relocation/construction of municipal infrastructure as part of the Bloomfield-401 interchange improvements.

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

Traffic and Parking By-law Updates - Speed Zones (motion; carried)

Traffic and Parking By-law Amendment be approved as listed and attached in Appendix A.

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

Downtown Chatham Parking Changes - King Street (Mayor's Motion) (vote; carried (16-0))

Convert a portion of the westbound right-turn lane on King Street at 5th Street to two 1-hour parking spaces

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

2026-02-23 — Combined Council Meeting - February 23 2026 (Minutes)

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

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)

Contract Extension - T25-256 Pavement Marking (Provincial Pavement Markings) (motion; carried)

be extended with Provincial Pavement Markings Inc. for the first extension term (2026), at a total value of $706,751.16 (including HST).

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

Notice of Motion - Highway 40 Safety Concerns (Chatham to Wallaceburg) (notice_of_motion; received)

Councillor Jubenville presented a notice of motion regarding Highway 40 Safety Concerns (Chatham to Wallaceburg).

Source: Combined Council Meeting - February 23 2026 (Minutes) — Item 20(a)

2026-03-09 — Council Meeting - March 09 2026 (Minutes)

Motion - Highway 40 Safety Review (Chatham to Wallaceburg) (vote; carried (18-0))

the Mayor write to the Minister of Transportation, the Honourable Prabmeet Sarkaria, to undertake an operational review of Highway 40 from Chatham to Wallaceburg

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

2026-03-23 — Combined Council Meeting - March 23 2026 (Minutes)

Single Source T26-102A - Fibre Reinforced Surface Treatment (Walker Construction) (motion; carried)

for the Fibre Reinforced Surface Treatment Program be awarded to Walker Construction Limited.

Source: Combined Council Meeting - March 23 2026 (Minutes) — Item 17(a)

2026-04-13 — Council Meeting - April 13 2026 (Minutes)

Winter control fleet expansion (vote; carried (13-2))

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)

Source: Council Meeting - April 13 2026 (Minutes) — Item 12(d)

Longwoods Road culvert replacement (motion; carried)

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.

Source: Council Meeting - April 13 2026 (Minutes) — Items 14 and 16(c)

2026-04-27 — Combined Council Meeting - April 27 2026 (Minutes)

Multiple dwelling zoning (vote; carried (17-0))

MovedCouncillor B. McGregorSecondedCouncillor Allin"That
Zoning By-law Amendment application File D-14 C/05/26/O, to rezone the lands known as 178 Wiliam Street South, in Part Park Lot A, South of Park Street, on Plan 349, from Residential Low Density Third (RL3) to a site-specific Residential Medium Density First-1784 (RM1-1784) Zone, to permit a Multiple Dwelling subject to the following regulations:
Maximum Density – 10 Dwelling Units;
Setback from Front Lot line (William Street South) – 2.3 m (7.55 ft.);
Exterior Side Yard setback (Duluth Street) – 3.5 m (11.48 ft.);
Off-street Parking Requirement – 1.2 spaces per unit;
One (1) off-street parking space is permitted within the exterior side yard (Duluth Street);
Setback for an unenclosed, uncovered stairway, stoop or porch to a Front Lot Line – 1.3 m (4.27 ft.);
Site Visibility Triangle at the William Street South and Duluth Street intersection, where no part of any building or structure shall be permitted – 7.5 m (24.61 ft.);
Front Lot Line – William Street South; and,
Any building or structure accessory to a Multiple Dwelling use be subject to the minimum front yard setback, and to maintain a minimum 1.0 m (3.28 ft.) setback from the interior side lot line and rear lot line;
be approved, and the implementing by-law be adopted."
Yes (17)Mayor Canniff, Councillor Bondy, Councillor Ceccacci, Councillor Crew, Councillor Finn, Councillor Harrigan, Councillor McGrail, Councillor B. McGregor, Councillor C. McGregor, Councillor Thompson, Councillor Wright, Councillor Allin, Councillor Anderson, Councillor Doyle, Councillor Jubenville, Councillor Storey, and Councillor McDonaldAbsent (1)Councillor HallMotion Carried (17 to 0)

Source: Combined Council Meeting - April 27 2026 (Minutes) — Item 11(e)

Sidewalk winter control (motion; deferred)

This report was postponed to the May 11, 2026 Council Meeting.

Source: Combined Council Meeting - April 27 2026 (Minutes) — Item 18(c)

2026-05-11 — Council Meeting - May 11 2026 (Minutes)

Sidewalk winter control level of service (vote; carried (18-0))

MovedCouncillor StoreySecondedCouncillor Jubenville"That
Council provide direction to Administration to proceed with option 2, status quo with minor improvements.
Administration return to Council with the required by-law amendments and financial implications of minor improvements that can be made for 2026-2027 winter control season.
Administration return to Council with details and costs of clearing transit stops to a width that includes accessibility considerations all arterial roads and any additional stops as identified by staff to be considered in the 2027 Budget process using current cost estimates of $350/km and complete public consultation."
Yes (18)Mayor Canniff, Councillor Bondy, Councillor Ceccacci, Councillor Crew, Councillor Finn, Councillor Hall, Councillor Harrigan, Councillor McGrail, Councillor B. McGregor, Councillor C. McGregor, Councillor Thompson, Councillor Wright, Councillor Allin, Councillor Anderson, Councillor Doyle, Councillor Jubenville, Councillor Storey, and Councillor McDonaldMotion Carried (18 to 0)

Source: Council Meeting - May 11 2026 (Minutes) — Item 13(b)

Pavement resurfacing tender award (vote; carried (15-0))

MovedCouncillor StoreySecondedCouncillor Allin"That
The tender award in the amount of $6,297,429.00 (excluding HST) for Pavement Resurfacing be awarded to Huron Construction Company, A division of Brennan Paving and Construction Ltd.
The Mayor and Clerk be authorized to enter into the recommended agreement."
Yes (15)Mayor Canniff, Councillor Ceccacci, Councillor Crew, Councillor Finn, Councillor Harrigan, Councillor McGrail, Councillor B. McGregor, Councillor Thompson, Councillor Wright, Councillor Allin, Councillor Anderson, Councillor Doyle, Councillor Jubenville, Councillor Storey, and Councillor McDonaldAbsent (3)Councillor Bondy, Councillor Hall, and Councillor C. McGregorMotion Carried (15 to 0)

Source: Council Meeting - May 11 2026 (Minutes) — Item 17(a)

Talbot Trail and 2nd Concession Bridge update (question; unknown)

Councillor Finn requested an update on Talbot Trail and the condition of the 2nd Concession Bridge. The Director of Engineering Services explained that all of the archeological field work has been completed. Currently working through the review and approval with the Ministry on the reporting piece.  The engineering is complete and the tender is being written. Staff are working with utility companies about their relocation along the new road alignment. The 2nd Concession Bridge was inspected and some repairs have been identified that will form part of the realignment project.

Source: Council Meeting - May 11 2026 (Minutes) — Item 26

2026-06-22 — Combined Council Meeting - June 22 2026 (Minutes)

Base Line Road pavement recycling tender (vote; carried)

a.Tender Award – Contract T26-105C – Base Line Road Cold-In Place Recycling "That
The tender in the amount of $3,929,467.00 (not including HST) for Base Line Road Cold in Place Pavement Recycling be awarded to Huron Construction Company, a division of Brennan Paving and Construction Ltd.
The Mayor and Clerk be authorized to enter into the recommended agreement."
This report was approved as part of the Consent Agenda.

Source: Combined Council Meeting - June 22 2026 (Minutes) — Item 17(a)

Traffic and Parking By-law updates (vote; carried (18-0))

MovedCouncillor StoreySecondedCouncillor Finn"That
The Traffic and Parking By-law Amendment be approved as listed and attached in Appendix A."
Yes (18)Mayor Canniff, Councillor Bondy, Councillor Ceccacci, Councillor Crew, Councillor Finn, Councillor Hall, Councillor Harrigan, Councillor McGrail, Councillor B. McGregor, Councillor C. McGregor, Councillor Thompson, Councillor Wright, Councillor Allin, Councillor Anderson, Councillor Doyle, Councillor Jubenville, Councillor Storey, and Councillor McDonaldMotion Carried (18 to 0)

Source: Combined Council Meeting - June 22 2026 (Minutes) — Item 19(c)

Speed limits, traffic calming and wildlife-sensitive roads (vote; carried (18-0))

MovedCouncillor CeccacciSecondedCouncillor Thompson"Whereas, managing vehicular speeds in urban areas is critical to enhancing pedestrian safety, reducing traffic collision severity, and fostering walkable, vibrant communities; and
Whereas standard urban speed limits may not reflect the safety needs of high-density residential areas, school zones, and active transportation corridors; and
Whereas the Municipality contains unique natural habitats and wildlife corridors where vehicular traffic poses risks to biodiversity and animal welfare; and
Whereas modern, ecology-focused road design and traffic calming measures can reduce vehicle speeds and wildlife fatalities;
Now therefore be it resolved that Council direct Staff to report to the next term of Council on the feasibility, costs, and impacts of lowering default urban speed limits in designated residential and high-pedestrian areas; and
Be it further resolved that staff identify areas of significant wildlife activity and intersect this with traffic collision data to map “High-Risk Wildlife-Sensitive Areas and Vehicle Collision Zones”; and
Be it further resolved that staff investigate and recommend appropriate traffic calming measures for such areas; and
Be it further resolved that staff explore the development of a “Wildlife-Sensitive Road Design Policy” for consideration in future major road construction, reconstruction, and maintenance projects, including measures such as wildlife crossings and right-of-way vegetation management; and
Be it further resolved that that staff present this report with policy options recommendations and best practices from other municipalities for public consultation, with recommendations reflecting feedback to the next term of council."Yes (18)Mayor Canniff, Councillor Bondy, Councillor Ceccacci, Councillor Crew, Councillor Finn, Councillor Hall, Councillor Harrigan, Councillor McGrail, Councillor B. McGregor, Councillor C. McGregor, Councillor Thompson, Councillor Wright, Councillor Allin, Councillor Anderson, Councillor Doyle, Councillor Jubenville, Councillor Storey, and Councillor McDonaldMotion Carried (18 to 0)

Source: Combined Council Meeting - June 22 2026 (Minutes) — Item 19(f)