County Road 27 will be closed between County Road 8 and County Road 46 for bridge rehabilitation work beginning July 14 for approximately 15 weeks. Please use caution and follow the posted detour. County Road 11 will be closed between County Road 10 to County Road 12 for approximately 15 weeks beginning […]
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Essex County Council Regular Meeting September 17, 2025
There will be a meeting of Essex County Council on Wednesday, September 17, 2025, which is scheduled to commence at 6:00 PM. The agenda has been published, and members of the public may view or download the County Council Agenda on the County website. The meeting will take place in accordance with […]
County to Use Grant to Improve Safety at CR14/Graham Side Road
Stop-sign enhancements are expected to improve safety at the busy intersection of County Road 14 and Graham Side Road in the Town of Kingsville, just east of Cottam. The enhancements were funded largely by a $5,000 Fueling Futures grant from Enbridge. On average, more than 1,000 vehicles every day pass […]
Roads to Prosperity: County Advocates for Infrastructure Funding
A County of Essex delegation met with provincial officials at the Association of Municipalities of Ontario conference in August to advocate for funding to complete a vital infrastructure project. Warden Hilda MacDonald and CAO Sandra Zwiers met with Prabmeet Sarkaria, Ontario’s Minister of Transportation, seeking provincial assistance to construct a […]
Construction and Road Closures Update — September 2, 2025
County Road 27 will be closed between County Road 8 and County Road 46 for bridge rehabilitation work, beginning July 14, 2025 for approximately 15 weeks. Please use caution and follow the posted detour. County Road 11 will be closed from County Road 10 to County Road 12 for approximately 15 weeks […]
Essex County Council Regular Meeting September 3, 2025
There will be a meeting of Essex County Council on Wednesday, September 3, 2025, which is scheduled to commence at 6:00 PM. The agenda has been published, and members of the public may view or download the County Council Agenda on the County website. The meeting will take place in accordance with […]
Construction and Road Closures Update — August 22, 2025
County Road 27 will be closed between County Road 8 and County Road 46 for bridge rehabilitation work, beginning July 14, 2025 for approximately 15 weeks. Please use caution and follow the posted detour. County Road 11 will be closed from County Road 10 to County Road 12 for approximately 15 weeks […]
Outdoor Accessibility Fest-For-All Moves to Amherstburg
The Essex County Accessibility Advisory Committee (ECAAC) is excited to announce that the second annual Outdoor Accessibility Fest-For-All is taking place on Friday, September 12, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Libro Credit Union Centre in Amherstburg. This is a free event and all are welcome to […]
Construction and Road Closures Update — August 15, 2025
County Road 27 will be closed between County Road 8 and County Road 46 for bridge rehabilitation work, beginning July 14, 2025 for approximately 15 weeks. Please use caution and follow the posted detour. County Road 11 will be closed between County Road 10 to County Road 12 for approximately 15 weeks […]
Construction and Road Closures Update — August 8, 2025
County Road 27 will be closed between County Road 8 and County Road 46 for bridge rehabilitation work, beginning July 14, 2025 for approximately 15 weeks. Please use caution and follow the posted detour. County Road 11 will be closed between County Road 10 to County Road 12 for approximately 15 weeks […]
County Road 42 Roundabout Halfway Completed
County of Essex road crews have reached the halfway point of their big 2025 summer project – the new roundabout at the intersection of County Road 42 and Manning Road. All concrete surfaces have been poured on the east side of the roundabout, which sits at the Tecumseh/Lakeshore border. And […]
County Council Highlights for August 6, 2025
Warden Highlights Roundabout Project, AED Loaner Program Warden Hilda MacDonald announced that the midway point has been reached on the roundabout construction project at the intersection of County Road 42 and County Road 19/Manning Road. The east side of the roundabout will be completed this week. It will open to […]
Essex County Council Regular Meeting August 6, 2025
There will be a meeting of Essex County Council on Wednesday, August 6, 2025, which is scheduled to commence at 6:00 PM. As permitted pursuant to By-law 2024-26, being a by-law to provide rules governing the order and proceedings of the Council of the Corporation of the County of Essex, […]
Construction and Road Closures Update — August 1, 2025
County Road 27 will be closed between County Road 8 and County Road 46 for bridge rehabilitation work, beginning July 14 for approximately 15 weeks. Please use caution and follow the posted detour. County Road 11 will be closed between County Road 10 and County Road 12 for approximately 15 weeks beginning the […]
Essex-Windsor EMS now Loans out AEDs to the Public
Essex-Windsor EMS has launched a new initiative to get life-saving AEDs into the hands of organizers of events and gatherings across Windsor and Essex County. Holding a big family reunion? A wedding? A fundraiser golf tournament? Any weekend sports tournament? Or any outsized gathering of people? Then you should strongly consider […]
NDPW 2025: Cold Water Dangers
It’s peak summer now. But, much as we might hate to think about it, cold weather is coming, and cold water can be fatal. The County’s special National Drowning Prevention Week coverage concludes with this video, in which Dan Metcalfe – the County’s Emergency Measures Coordinator – explains why the […]
NDPW 2025: Open-Water Dangers
Boating is fun. Jet-skiing is fun. Same with kayaking, canoeing. And swimming too. If you enjoy the open waters that surround Essex County – particularly on Lakes Erie and St. Clair – then there are all kinds of dangers you need to know about, as explained in our final four […]
NDPW 2025: Water Wings? BIG No!
For decades, parents have been frustratingly yanking inflated “water wings” onto and up the arms of their young children, to help them learn to swim. Fact is, these inflatables – as with all others, such as blow-up rafts and rings – are dangerous. Especially on open waters. Watch the video […]
NDPW 2025: Why Life Jackets are Safer than PFDs
A personal flotation device, or PFD, will keep you afloat, yes. But if you’re unconscious, it won’t turn your face up in the water – as a life jacket is designed to do. That’s a vital difference, and another key message of National Drowning Prevention Week in Essex County and […]
Why Even Wading is Forbidden at the Tip of Point Pelee
One of the most dangerous places to swim anywhere is at the very tip of Point Pelee National Park. The famous, triangular-shaped peninsula is located in Essex County, on Lake Erie’s north shore. Its ever-shifting bottom tip signifies the southern-most point of mainland Canada. What makes currents there so perilous, […]
Drowning Prevention Week July 20-26, 2025
The County of Essex is surrounded on three sides by water and it’s vital that everyone, especially young children and teens, is safe and sensible when in, or near, water — from background pools to River Canard to the Detroit River to Lakes Erie and St. Clair. July 20 to […]
Construction and Road Closures Update — July 18, 2025
County Road 27 will be closed between County Road 8 and County Road 46 for bridge rehabilitation work, beginning Monday, July 14, 2025 for approximately 15 weeks. Please use caution and follow the posted detour. County Road 11 will have lane restrictions between County Road 10 and County Road 12 beginning Monday, […]
County Council Highlights for July 16, 2025
Warden Highlights County’s Birthday, New Homelessness Initiative Members of Council sported pins with the County of Essex tartan as Warden Hilda MacDonald wished the County of Essex a Happy 233rd Birthday at the start of the council meeting Wednesday night. It was back on July 16, 1792 that Lieutenant John Graves […]
Essex County Library Employees Give Back
How far can $1,500 in charitable money be stretched to directly benefit the less fortunate in Essex County? You’d be hard-pressed to top the creativity and thriftiness of Kandice Cramer and Julie Feher. The two big-hearted Resource Assistants at the Amherstburg branch of the Essex County Library — with key […]
Essex County Council Regular Meeting July 16, 2025
There will be a meeting of Essex County Council on Wednesday, July 16, 2025, which is scheduled to commence at 6:00 PM. The agenda has been published, and members of the public may view or download the County Council Agenda on the County website. The meeting will take place in accordance with […]
Leamington Names Roadway After County EMS Pioneer
John Jacobs Sr., a pioneer provider of Essex County EMS services, has been honoured by the Municipality of Leamington. A roadway leading into Leamington Marina now bears the name “John Jacobs Way.” For decades starting in the 1950s, Jacobs and his brother Ed owned and operated Sun Parlor Ambulance Service, […]
Construction and Road Closures Update — June 27, 2025
County Road 8 will have lane restrictions between Walker Sideroad and County Road 15 beginning Monday, May 5 for road construction. County Road 20 will have lane restrictions between County Road 23 (Arner Townline Rd) and McCain Sideroad beginning Monday, May 12 for road construction. Fox Side Road and Gore Road will have […]
Construction and Road Closures Update — June 20, 2025
County Road 14 will have lane restrictions at the intersection of County Road 37 and County Road 14 from June 23 to June 27 for road construction. (Map ID#1) County Road 8 will have lane restrictions between Walker Sideroad and County Road 15 beginning May 5 for road construction. (Map ID#2) County […]
County Council Highlights for June 18, 2025
Warden encourages public feedback about transportation plans Warden Hilda MacDonald in her opening remarks to council thanked Essex County residents for their patience during road construction season and encouraged them to help plan future improvements. “Our 2025 construction program includes $67 million for roadway expansion and $20 million to rehabilitate […]
Construction and Road Closures Update — June 13, 2025
County Road 14 will have lane restrictions at the intersection of County Road 37 and County Road 14 beginning June 9 to June 13 to for road construction. County Road 8 will have lane restrictions between Walker Sideroad and County Road 15 beginning May 15 for road construction. County Road 8 will have […]
Essex County Council Regular Meeting June 18, 2025
There will be a meeting of Essex County Council on Wednesday, June 18, 2025, which is scheduled to commence at 6 p.m. As permitted pursuant to By-law 2024-26, being a by-law to provide rules governing the order and proceedings of the Council of the Corporation of the County of Essex, […]
Construction and Road Closures Update — June 6, 2025
County Road 14 will have lane restrictions at the intersection of County Road 37 and County Road 14 beginning June 9 to June 13 for road construction. County Road 8 will have lane restrictions between Walker Sideroad and County Road 15 beginning May 5 for road construction. County Road 8 will have lane restrictions […]
County Council Highlights for June 4, 2025
Warden marks start of festival season and Pride Month The County of Essex recognizes Pride Month by flying the Pride flag in June, Warden Hilda MacDonald noted as she opened Wednesday’s council meeting by wishing everyone a happy Pride Month. The warden also highlighted Italian Heritage Month and all the […]
County Road 50 Feasibility Study: Notice of Public Information Centre
690 Heritage Road to Lake Drive Road Improvements INTRODUCTION The County of Essex in partnership with the Town of Kingsville has retained ConceptDash Inc. to study the feasibility of road improvements on County Road 50 between 690 Heritage Road (Gosfield South Sewage Plant) and Lake Drive. The purpose of this […]
County Transportation Master Plan: Public Information Centres
The County of Essex is hosting Public Information Centres in three local municipalities in June to seek public input as we update our Transportation Master Plan. The sessions will be held at the venues and times listed below: Location 1: Kingsville Date: Monday, June 23, 2025 Time: 6 p.m. to […]
New Paramedics Welcomed in Ceremony
Essex-Windsor EMS officially welcomed 22 new paramedics at a commencement ceremony today held in council chambers at the County of Essex Administration Building. The paramedics were presented with their service coins and epaulettes as family members, other guests and paramedics who guided them through their orientation watched. “Here at Essex-Windsor […]
Construction and Road Closures Update — May 30, 2025
County Road 8 will have lane restrictions between Walker Sideroad and County Road 15 beginning May 5 for road construction. County Road 8 will have lane restrictions between Country Road 27 and Cameron Side Road beginning May 23 for road construction. County Road 20 will have lane restrictions between County Road 3 and […]
County Road 42 to Close for Roundabout Construction
County Road 42 will be closed at County Road 19/Manning Road starting at 7 a.m. Monday, June 2, for the construction of a new roundabout. Construction of the roundabout is expected to last until late September. Area motorists are advised of the following closures and detours: Westbound traffic along County […]
Notice of Public Consultation Centre: County Road 46 Corridor
The County of Essex, in partnership with the Town of Tecumseh, will hold a third and final Public Consultation Centre to seek feedback on improving the County Road 46 corridor and Concession Roads 8 and 9 in Tecumseh. The PCC will be held from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. on […]
Notice to Property Owners: Destruction of Weeds Before June 30, 2025
Notice is given to all persons in possession of land, in accordance with the Weed Control Act, R.S.O. 1990, c W.5, Sections 3, 16, 23 that an order for the destruction of noxious weeds or weed seeds must be completed on all lands within the County of Essex, before June […]
Accessibility Flag Raised at County of Essex Administration Building
A locally designed Accessibility flag was raised at the County of Essex Administration Building Monday to mark National AccessAbility Week, which runs this year from May 25 to May 31. The flag features the word “Accessibility” beneath a stylized figure in a wheelchair facing the right side of the flag, […]
Survivor Day Celebrates Lives Saved in 2024
Jack Luck was a strapping 18-year-old with a new job as a bank customer service representative and a passion for kickboxing when he suddenly went into cardiac arrest while at home talking to his dad one evening. The nearly fatal attack came out of the blue. Jack hadn’t been feeling […]
Construction and Road Closures Update — May 23, 2025
County Road 8 will have lane restrictions between Walker Sideroad and County Road 15 beginning May 5 for road construction. (Map ID#1) County Road 8 will have lane restrictions between Country Road 27 and Cameron Side Road beginning May 23 for road construction. (Map ID#2) County Road 20 will have lane restrictions between […]
Notice of Complete Application and Public Meeting: Official Plan Amendment
Take Notice Essex County Council will hold a public meeting on Wednesday, June 4, 2025, at 5 p.m., in Council Chambers in the County of Essex Administrative Building, located at 360 Fairview Avenue West, in Essex, to consider a proposed Official Plan Amendment to the County of Essex Official Plan, under […]
Public Notice of County Pesticide Use for 2025
The Corporation of the County of Essex intends to control noxious weeds by spot spraying along the following rural roadsides: Road From/To Distance (km) County Road 8 Kent Road 1 to Road 3 46.6 County Road 9 South Talbot Road to CR 8 4.47 County Road 11 Hwy 3 to […]
County Moving To New ‘Report A Problem’ Platform
The County of Essex will be moving to a new, online platform for residents to report road-related issues starting on May 28. Residents can continue reporting problems related to roads, trails, ditches, traffic signals or other traffic-related issues using the form on our Report a Problem page at www.countyofessex.ca/reportaproblem. Following the […]
Call for Expression of Interest (EOI) for an Accessibility Festival
The Essex County Accessibility Advisory Committee is planning for the 2025 Accessibility Fest-for-All and is pleased to announce the event will be held at the Libro Credit Union Centre in Amherstburg, Ontario on September 12, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This special event aims to showcase accessible activities […]
Essex County Council Regular Meeting For May 21, 2025
There will be a meeting of Essex County Council on Wednesday, May 21, 2025, which is scheduled to commence at 6:00 PM. As permitted pursuant to By-law 2024-26, being a by-law to provide rules governing the order and proceedings of the Council of the Corporation of the County of Essex, […]
Construction and Road Closures Update — May 16, 2025
County Road 8 will have lane restrictions between Walker Sideroad and County Road 15 beginning May 5 for road construction. County Road 20 will have lane restrictions between County Road 3 and River Canard Bridge beginning May 5 for road construction County Road 27 will have lane restrictions between MN#2678 and 350m North […]
Windsor-Essex Seeks Public Feedback on Community Safety and Well-Being Plan
Residents of Windsor-Essex are encouraged to share their input to help update the Regional Community Safety and Well-Being Plan. Participants are invited to join a virtual community focus group for their area of interest (Windsor or Essex County) and/or share their thoughts in an online survey available from May 16 to […]
May 9, 2025 — Construction and Road Closures Update
County Road 8 will be closed between County Road 9 and County Road 3 for bridge rehabilitation work beginning February 18 for approximately four months. Please use caution and follow the posted detour. County Road 8 will have lane restrictions between Walker Sideroad and County Road 15 beginning May 5 for road […]
County Council Highlights for May 7, 2025
Warden pays tribute to local veteran who died in April Warden Hilda MacDonald paid tribute to Second World War veteran Charles Davis, who died April 10 at 102 years of age. He had planned to attend liberation commemoration ceremonies in the Netherlands this month after “never missing an opportunity to […]
May 4-10 Emergency Preparedness Week: Plan for Every Season
Essex County residents are being asked during Emergency Preparedness Week to take some simple actions designed to keep themselves and their families safe in the event of natural disasters and situations like power outages that can arise from adverse weather events. The federal and provincial themes for this year’s Emergency […]
Construction and Road Closures Update — May 2, 2025
County Road 8 will be closed between County Road 9 and County Road 3 for bridge rehabilitation work, beginning February 18 for about 4 months. Please use caution and follow the posted detour. (Map ID#1) County Road 8 will have lane restrictions between Walker Sideroad and County Road 15 beginning Monday, May […]
Essex County Council Regular Meeting on Wednesday, May 7
There will be a meeting of Essex County Council on Wednesday, May 7, 2025, which is scheduled to commence at 6:00 PM. As permitted pursuant to By-law 2024-26, being a by-law to provide rules governing the order and proceedings of the Council of the Corporation of the County of Essex, […]
Construction on County Roads 42 and 19 Set to Begin May 12
Work on Phases 3 and 4 of the County Road 42 and County Road 19 reconstruction project is scheduled to begin on May 12. Motorists should expect detours and intermittent road closures. The completion of Phase 3 and 4 work will include: The construction of a roundabout at the intersection […]
Essex-Windsor EMS Paramedic Recognized by Trillium Gift of Life Network
An Essex-Windsor EMS paramedic has received a provincial award for his efforts to ensure tissue donations that help save and improve lives can be made even if the donors die at home. Gerry Seguin has been named the 2024 Provincial Donation Champion Award recipient by Trillium Gift of Life Network […]
Development Charges Background Study Released and Public Meetings Planned
The County of Essex has released a Development Charges Background Study and is planning public information sessions as it continues exploring the feasibility of implementing development charges to help pay for growth-related services. The study assesses the growth-related costs of County-wide services including library, land ambulance, long-term care, roads and waste diversion. […]
County Council Highlights for April 16, 2025
Warden and council support Hospice Dove Pin campaign Warden Hilda MacDonald encouraged residents to support the annual Hospice of Windsor and Essex County Dove Pin campaign. The warden and members of council wore the blue Dove Pins at Wednesday’s meeting to promote the campaign, which runs from April 24 to […]
Work to Resume Near County Road 42 Roundabout
Clean up and restoration work near the new County Road 42 roundabout resumes April 22 and is expected to last several weeks. The construction work will include: Full-depth pavement removal between the new Banwell Road cul-de-sac and Connector Road. Installation of a barrier curb along the parking lot at County […]
Essex County Counts: Federal Election Priorities
Make sure the candidates knocking on your door during the federal election campaign know that Essex County counts! The County of Essex has identified priorities it wants the incoming federal government to address to help build a more resilient economy and a brighter, more prosperous future for the residents of […]
April 16, 2025 Essex County Council Meeting Notice
There will be a meeting of Essex County Council on Wednesday, April 16, 2025, which is scheduled to commence at 6:00 PM. As permitted pursuant to By-law 2024-26, being a by-law to provide rules governing the order and proceedings of the Council of the Corporation of the County of Essex, […]
County Council Highlights for April 2, 2025
Warden encourages participation in the library’s spring cleanup Grab a kit at an Essex County Library branch and join The Great Cleanup Challenge. Warden Hilda MacDonald encouraged residents to take part in the fun, month-long challenge put on by the library and the Essex Region Conservation Authority. Kits available at […]
County Council Highlights for March 19, 2025
Employee Excellence Awards presented to outstanding county staff The first annual Employee Excellence Awards were presented to four winners and 20 others who received honourable mentions at the start of Wednesday’s Essex County Council meeting. “We are extremely fortunate to have such exceptional, experienced, passionate and skilled professionals here at […]
Essex County Council Regular and Closed Meeting on March 19, 2025
There will be a meeting of Essex County Council on Wednesday, March 19, 2025, which is scheduled to commence at 6:00 PM. As permitted pursuant to By-law 2024-26, being a by-law to provide rules governing the order and proceedings of the Council of the Corporation of the County of Essex, […]
County Council Highlights for March 5, 2025
Council recognizes food donation helpers, staff and medal recipients Representatives of Erie James Produce and the Leamington Regional Food Hub were presented with certificates of appreciation by Warden Hilda MacDonald at the start of Wednesday’s Essex County Council meeting. Both assisted Essex-Windsor EMS with distributing almost two tons of dried […]
County Road 22 Reconstruction: Notice of Public Consultation Centre
Notice of Public Consultation Centre County of Essex and Municipality of Lakeshore County Road 22 Reconstruction Introduction The County of Essex in partnership with the Municipality of Lakeshore has retained BT Engineering Inc. to design the reconstruction of County Road 22 from I.C. Roy Street easterly to West Belle River […]
County Road 42 Roundabout Project Wins Award
Good Roads has recognized the construction of a two-lane concrete roundabout connecting County Road 42 and County Road 43 for setting a high standard for workmanship, aesthetics and innovation while meeting all specifications and tight construction deadlines. The County of Essex and contractor Green Infrastructure Partners (GIP) were selected from […]
Seasonal Load Limits in Effect on County Roads
Seasonal load limits on designated Essex County roads are in effect for 2025 and will remain in place while signs are posted. Operators are advised to observe the 5 tonne per axle load restriction signs on county roads during this period. Roads with seasonal load limits are listed on Schedule K of […]
Essex County Council Meeting Notice for March 5, 2025
There will be a Regular meeting of Essex County Council on Wednesday, March 5, 2025, which is scheduled to commence at 6:00 PM. As permitted pursuant to By-law 2024-26, being a by-law to provide rules governing the order and proceedings of the Council of the Corporation of the County of […]
Beware of Road Damage Due to Freezing
Drive with extra caution and an eye to the pavement as some Essex County roads may have been damaged recently by weather conditions. Freezing water can create large cracks or boils in road pavement that appear suddenly when mild winter weather is followed by snow and colder temperatures. County of […]
County Council Highlights for Feb. 19, 2025
Warden urges support for local businesses in light of U.S. threats Warden Hilda MacDonald in her remarks at the start of Wednesday’s Essex County Council meeting applauded and encouraged support for local businesses and all companies that have invested in the Essex-Windsor region. “The County of Essex and the rest […]
Essex County Construction and Road Closures Update — Feb. 14, 2025
County Road 8 will be closed between County Road 9 and County Road 3 for bridge rehabilitation work, beginning February 18 for approximately four months. Please use caution and follow the posted detour. (Map ID#1)
February 19, 2025 Essex County Council Regular Meeting Notice
There will be a meeting of Essex County Council on Wednesday, February 19, 2025, which is scheduled to commence at 6:00 PM. As permitted pursuant to By-law 2024-26, being a by-law to provide rules governing the order and proceedings of the Council of the Corporation of the County of Essex, […]
Essex County Counts: Priorities for the Provincial Election
The County of Essex is calling on provincial candidates running for election on February 27 to commit to addressing priority issues identified by Essex County Council, which is comprised of the mayors and deputy mayors of the county’s seven local municipalities. Addressing these priorities is crucial to the quality of […]
County Advances Regional Interests at ROMA Conference
County of Essex delegations recently met with Ontario government officials to advocate on three issues of importance to the region. The presentations were made in Toronto at the 2025 Rural Ontario Municipal Association Conference. The conference, held Jan. 19-21, was attended by more than 2,000 municipal leaders, government officials, public […]
County Council Highlights for Feb. 5, 2025
Warden Encourages Participation in Black History Month Events Essex County Warden Hilda MacDonald is encouraging residents to take part in local Black History Month events. “February is Black History Month – a time to celebrate and honour the legacy and contributions of Black Canadians and communities to the fabric of […]
County Issues RFP for Intensive Supportive Housing Program
The County of Essex is requesting proposals from interested parties to provide an Intensive Supportive Housing Program within the boundaries of the County of Essex to vulnerable adults with complex needs. The County is inviting responses from qualified service providers and/or supportive housing facilities, defined as any residence, rest home, […]
February 5, 2025 Essex County Council Regular Meeting Notice
There will be a meeting of Essex County Council on Wednesday, February 5, 2025, which is scheduled to commence at 6:00 PM. As permitted pursuant to By-law 2024-26, being a by-law to provide rules governing the order and proceedings of the Council of the Corporation of the County of Essex, […]
County of Essex Launches Council Feedback Form
The County of Essex has added an online form to its website so that members of the public can easily contact all members of Council at the same time. In the past, residents seeking to provide feedback to all members of Council at once had to type in individual email addresses. Now, […]
Homelessness Hub in Leamington Offers Warm Shelter at Night
Warming Centre The Essex County Homelessness Hub in Leamington is opening its doors for those who need a warm place to go at night. The drop-in centre – at 215 Talbot Street East in the South Essex Community Council (SECC) building – is now open from 10 p.m. to 8 a.m. seven days a […]
County Council Highlights for Jan. 15, 2025
Homelessness Hub is an Overnight Warming Centre The County of Essex is again providing a warming centre and haven from the cold to those experiencing homelessness this winter, Warden Hilda MacDonald said in her opening remarks to council on Wednesday. The Essex County Homelessness Hub in Leamington is currently open from 10 […]
Essex County Council Special and Regular Meeting Notice for January 15, 2025
There will be a Special and Regular Meeting of Essex County Council on Wednesday, January 15, 2025, which are scheduled to commence at 5:00 PM and 6:00 PM, respectively. As permitted pursuant to By-law 2024-26, being a by-law to provide rules governing the order and proceedings of the Council of […]
County of Essex Holiday Hours 2024
County of Essex offices will be closed Christmas Eve day (Tuesday, Dec. 24), Christmas Day (Wednesday, Dec. 25) and Boxing Day (Thursday, Dec. 26), reopening on Friday, Dec. 27. They will close again at noon on Tuesday, Dec. 31, and remain closed through New Year’s Day (Wednesday, Jan. 1), reopening […]
Public Meeting Notice: Official Plan Amendment Affecting Leamington
NOTICE OF COMPLETE APPLICATION AND PUBLIC MEETING Official Plan Amendment – File Number OPA-07 810 Mersea Road 4, Municipality of Leamington Take Notice Essex County Council will hold a public meeting on Wednesday, January 15, 2025, at 5 p.m., in Council Chambers in the County of Essex Administrative Building, located at […]
Essex County Construction and Road Closures Update — Dec. 6, 2024
County Road 31 will be closed between County Road 8 and County Road 14 for a culvert replacement beginning Sept. 23 for approximately 12 weeks. The intersection of County Road 29 and Kingsville Road 5 West will be closed for a culvert replacement beginning Nov. 11 for approximately six weeks. There will be a short-term […]
County Council Highlights from December 4 Meeting
Warden Commends Those Embracing the Spirit of Giving Warden Hilda MacDonald praised staff and residents who are getting into the holiday spirit by volunteering and donating to make the Christmas season merrier for others. Both the Essex County roads staff and Essex-Windsor EMS paramedics have been participating in Christmas parades […]
Public Thanked for Helping Register More Than 1,000 AEDs
Essex-Windsor EMS is thanking the public for helping it locate and add to its registry more than 1,000 publicly accessible automated external defibrillators (AEDs). Chief Justin Lammers on Monday (Dec. 2) presented Tecumseh resident Andrea Ducharme with an Essex-Windsor EMS meritorious service coin for locating more than 20 AEDs. He […]
Crews Ready to Clear County Roads in Winter Weather
County of Essex road crews are ready to roll as winter weather strikes and are reminding motorists to adjust their driving habits in snowy conditions and be patient and alert when encountering snow removal equipment. Winter travel calls for extra care even under normal weather conditions, but snow and ice […]
Essex County Council Meeting Notice for December 4
There will be a meeting of Essex County Council on Wednesday, December 4, 2024, which is scheduled to commence at 6:00 PM. As permitted pursuant to By-law 2024-26, being a by-law to provide rules governing the order and proceedings of the Council of the Corporation of the County of Essex, […]
County of Essex Council Approves 2025 Budget
Essex County Council has approved a 2025 Budget that is fiscally responsible and maintains service levels despite inflationary pressures while making substantial investments in health care, affordable housing and infrastructure to accommodate historic growth and improve the quality of life for residents. “Our Strategic Plan calls for the County of Essex […]
Transportation Master Plan: County Hosting Panel, Launches Survey
The County of Essex has launched an online survey and is hosting an expert panel at the Ciociaro Club on Dec. 5 as it updates its Transportation Master Plan – a visionary road map for moving people and goods across the region for the next 30 years. The survey is […]
November 28 Essex County Council Budget Meeting
Essex County Council will meet on Thursday, November 28, 2024 at 9:00 AM to begin deliberations of the proposed 2025 County of Essex Budget. The proposed 2025 Budget is available for review on the County of Essex website and in person at the County of Essex Administration Building, 360 Fairview Avenue West, […]
Essex County Construction and Road Closures Update – Nov. 22, 2024
County Road 31 will be closed between County Road 8 and County Road 14 for a culvert replacement beginning Sept. 23 for approximately 12 weeks. County Road 37 will be closed between County Road 14 and County Road 34 for a culvert replacement beginning Oct. 15 for approximately eight weeks. The intersection […]
County Council Highlights for November 20
Drive Safe and Sober During the Festive Season Warden Hilda MacDonald opened Wednesday’s meeting by urging everyone to “drive safely and drive sober” during the upcoming fun and festive season. “Lots of people will be on the roads shopping, attending holiday celebrations and visiting families in the coming weeks. Please […]
Proposed 2025 County Budget Released
The proposed 2025 Budget is now available for review on the County of Essex website and in person at the County of Essex Administration Building. Alternative formats are also available upon request. Essex County Council will begin deliberating the proposed 2025 Budget on Thursday, November 28, 2024, at 9 a.m. The livestream […]
Essex County Construction and Road Closures Update – November 15
County Road 31 will be closed between County Road 8 and County Road 14 for a culvert replacement beginning Sept. 23 for approximately five weeks. County Road 37 will be closed between County Road 14 and County Road 34 for a culvert replacement beginning Oct. 15 for approximately five weeks. The intersection […]
November 20 Essex County Council Meeting Notice
There will be a meeting of Essex County Council on Wednesday, November 20, 2024, which is scheduled to commence at 6:00 PM. As permitted pursuant to By-law 2024-26, being a by-law to provide rules governing the order and proceedings of the Council of the Corporation of the County of Essex, […]
Resilience Plan Being Developed for the Pelee Coast
Property owners and residents along Lake Erie’s coast from Amherstburg to Port Alma are invited to help develop climate adaption solutions aimed at enhancing coastal resilience. The Pelee Coastal Resilience Committee is holding workshops about the project on two dates at venues in Wheatley and Kingsville: Monday, November 18, 2024 […]
Essex County Construction and Road Closures Update – Nov. 8, 2024
County Road 31 will be closed between County Road 8 and County Road 14 for a culvert replacement beginning Sept. 23 for approximately five weeks. County Road 37 will be closed between County Road 1 and County Road 34 for a culvert replacement beginning Oct. 15 for approximately five weeks. The intersection […]