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, […]
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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 […]
Public Invited to Consultation about County Road 46 in Tecumseh
Notice of Public Consultation Centre No. 2 County of Essex and Town of Tecumseh County Road 46 from Highway 401 to County Road 19 Town of Tecumseh Concession Roads 8 and 9 from County Road 46 northerly to the Town Boundary Municipal Class Environmental Assessment Introduction The County of Essex […]
Regional Health Care Partners Working to Prepare for High Seasonal Volumes
In anticipation of increased hospital volumes as we head into the winter, local health care partners – Erie Shores HealthCare (ESHC), Essex-Windsor EMS (EMS), Hôtel-Dieu Grace Healthcare (HDGH) and Windsor Regional Hospital (WRH) – are collaborating on capacity and resource management and spreading the word about what our community should […]
Essex County Council Regular Meeting Notice for November 6, 2024
There will be a meeting of Essex County Council on Wednesday, November 6, 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, […]
Construction and Road Closures Update – Nov. 1, 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. County Road […]
Construction and Road Closures Update as of October 25, 2024
County Road 15 will be closed between County Road 11 and County Road 18 for bridge rehabilitation work beginning Aug. 13 for approximately 14 weeks. County Road 18 will be closed between County Road 11 and County Road 9 for a culvert replacement beginning Sept. 23 for approximately four weeks. County Road […]
Construction and Road Closures Update as of Oct. 18, 2024
County Road 15 will be closed between County Road 11 and County Road 18 for bridge rehabilitation work beginning Aug. 13 for approximately 14 weeks. County Road 18 will be closed between County Road 11 and County Road 9 for a culvert replacement beginning Sept. 23 for approximately four weeks. County Road […]
County Road 42 Reopens Following Roundabout Completion
Traffic in both directions on County Road 42 was reopened to motorists in time for Thursday evening’s commute following the completion of the roundabout at the new, realigned intersection of County Road 42 and County Road 43/Banwell Road in Tecumseh. “We want to thank residents and businesses for their patience […]
County Council Highlights for Oct. 16, 2024
Local Government Week Focuses on Awareness and Opportunities Local Government Week in Ontario (Oct. 20-26) is a time for shining a spotlight on the important role municipalities play and the opportunities they have for young adults, Warden Hilda MacDonald said in her opening remarks to Essex County Council on Wednesday. […]
Windsor-Essex Conducting Point-in-Time Homeless Enumeration
The City of Windsor is once again conducting the federally mandated 2024 Point in Time (PiT) Count, homelessness enumeration (street count) and survey for our region. During this community event, dozens of trained volunteers will be deployed throughout the city and county to ensure individuals, families and youth experiencing homelessness […]
Essex County Construction and Road Closures Update – Oct. 11, 2024
County Road 15 will be closed between County Road 11 and County Road 18 for bridge rehabilitation work beginning Aug. 13 for approximately 14 weeks. County Road 18 will be closed between County Road 11 and County Road 9 for a culvert replacement beginning Sept. 23 for approximately four weeks. County Road […]
Essex County Council Regular Meeting Notice for Wednesday, Oct. 16
There will be a meeting of Essex County Council on Wednesday, October 16, 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, […]
Release of Request for Proposals for Pathway to Potential (P2P) Program
Release of Request for Proposals (RFP) for Pathway to Potential (P2P) Neighbourhoods Program The City of Windsor and the County of Essex are seeking organizations from across Windsor-Essex to submit proposals to implement a new Pathway to Potential (P2P) program in targeted priority neighbourhoods throughout Windsor-Essex. Pathway to Potential is […]
Help Create a Windsor-Essex Regional Affordable Housing Strategy
The City of Windsor and County of Essex are developing a Regional Affordable Housing Strategy and want to hear from you! Help shape the future of housing in Windsor-Essex. Join us at one of the community feedback events happening near you. These are drop-in events. No registration is necessary. Event […]
Construction and Road Closures Update – October 7, 2024
County Road 15 will be closed between County Road 11 and County Road 18 for bridge rehabilitation work beginning Aug. 13 for approximately 14 weeks. County Road 18 will be closed between County Road 11 and County Road 9 for a culvert replacement beginning Sept. 23 for approximately four weeks. County Road […]
County Council Highlights for Oct. 2, 2024
Deputy Warden Encourages Residents to Visit their Libraries Essex County Library branches are community hubs that provide multiple avenues for discovery and learning to residents, Deputy Warden Joe Bachetti said in his opening remarks to council Wednesday. “As chair of the Essex County Library Board, nothing makes me prouder than […]
Essex County Council Meeting Notice for Oct. 2, 2024
There will be a meeting of Essex County Council on Wednesday, October 2, 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, […]
Essex County Construction and Road Closures Update — Sept. 23, 2024
County Road 15 will be closed between County Road 11 and County Road 18 for bridge rehabilitation work beginning Aug. 13 for approximately 14 weeks. County Road 18 will be closed between County Road 11 and County Road 9 for a culvert replacement beginning Sept. 23 for approximately four weeks. County Road […]
Closure on County Road 31 Starts Monday
County Road 31 will be closed between County Road 8 and County Road 14 starting Monday, Sept. 23, 2024, for culvert work. The culvert is just south of County Road 8 and no traffic will be able to get through during construction. Local traffic can access County Road 31 from […]
County Council Highlights for Sept. 18, 2024
Warden Celebrates Good News for Local Hospitals Recent donations and developments at local hospitals illustrate the Windsor-Essex region’s commitment to building a strong, comprehensive and integrated health-care system, Warden Hilda MacDonald said in her opening remarks at Wednesday’s meeting of Essex County Council. The warden earlier in the week attended […]
Update: County Road 22 Corridor Enhancement Project
The County of Essex in consultation with the Municipality of Lakeshore is modifying the design of the County Road 22 corridor enhancement project in response to feedback received from the public and will hold another Public Consultation Centre to seek input on the changes. Council supported a plan presented by the […]
Essex County Construction and Road Closures Update – Sept. 13, 2024
The intersection of County Road 9 and County Road 10 is now open and is operating with two way stopping control. County Road 9 will be reduced to one lane between North Side Road and County Road 10 beginning July for approximately six weeks. Please obey temporary traffic signals and exercise caution in […]
Essex County Council Regular Meeting Notice for September 18, 2024
There will be a meeting of Essex County Council on Wednesday, September 18, 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 Council Highlights for Sept. 4, 2024
Come to the Outdoor Accessibility Fest-for-All, Warden Urges Warden Hilda MacDonald, in her opening remarks at Wednesday’s Essex County Council meeting, encouraged everyone to visit the first-ever Outdoor Accessibility Fest-for-All on Sept. 13. The free public event hosted by the Essex County Accessibility Advisory Committee will be held at Colchester […]
County Advances Regional Interests at AMO 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 Ottawa at the 2024 Association of Municipalities of Ontario Conference. The conference, held Aug. 18-21, was attended by more than 3,300 municipal leaders, government officials, […]
Outdoor Accessibility Fest-for-All on September 13
The public is invited to a fun and interactive outdoor experience for those of all abilities hosted by the Essex County Accessibility Advisory Committee. Come to the Outdoor Accessibility Fest-for-All! Friday, Sept. 13, 2024 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Colchester Park, County Road 50, Essex, Ontario The festival in the beautiful […]
Essex County Council Meeting Notice for September 4, 2024
There will be a meeting of Essex County Council on Wednesday, September 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, […]
Residents Invited to Complete Affordable Housing Survey
The County of Essex and City of Windsor are developing a Regional Affordable Housing Strategy in consultation with local municipalities and are inviting residents to provide input through a survey. SHS Consulting has been hired to assist and, as a first step, is conducting a survey of Essex County and […]
County Council Highlights for August 14, 2024
Warden Applauds Summer Events in Essex County With so many events to attend and enjoy, summer is a great time to be in Essex County, Warden Hilda MacDonald said in her opening remarks at Wednesday’s council meeting. “This past weekend, we celebrated our agricultural history at the Essex County Steam […]
Notice of Public Meeting: Proposed New Official Plan
Purpose Essex County Council will hold a statutory public meeting, pursuant to Section 26(3) of the Planning Act, R.S.O., 1990, as amended, for the purposes of discussing the proposed new Official Plan. The public meeting will be held as follows: Thursday, September 5, 2024 at 6 p.m. County of Essex Council Chambers, […]
Essex County Construction and Road Closures Update – August 9, 2024
The intersection of County Road 9 and County Road 10 is open and operating with two-way stopping control. County Road 9 will be reduced to one lane between North Side Road and County Road 10 beginning July 5 for approximately six weeks. Please obey temporary traffic signals and exercise caution in the area. County Road […]
August 14, 2024 Essex County Council Meeting Notice
There will be a meeting of Essex County Council on Wednesday, August 14, 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, […]
Essex County Construction and Road Closures Update – July 26, 2024
The intersection of County Road 9 and County Road 10 is open and operating with two-way stopping control. County Road 9 will be reduced to one lane between North Side Road and County Road 10 beginning July 5 for approximately six weeks. Please obey temporary traffic signals and exercise caution in the area. (Map […]
Essex County Construction and Road Closures Update – July 18, 2024
The intersection of County Road 9 and County Road 10 is open and operating with two-way stopping control. County Road 9 will be reduced to one lane between North Side Road and County Road 10 beginning July 5 for approximately six weeks. (Map ID#1) County Road 50 remains closed between County Road 13 (Erie Road) […]
County Council Highlights for July 17, 2024
Warden Applauds County’s History and Partnerships Essex County has much to celebrate as it marks 232 years this week, Warden Hilda MacDonald said in her opening remarks at Wednesday’s Essex County Council meeting. “Since it was created on July 16, 1792, Essex County has grown by tens of thousands of […]
Essex County Construction and Road Closures Update – July 12, 2024
The intersection of County Road 9 and County Road 10 is open and operating with two-way stopping control. County Road 9 will be reduced to one lane between North Side Road and County Road 10 beginning July 5 for approximately six weeks. (Map ID#1) County Road 50 remains closed between County Road 13 (Erie Road) […]
July 17, 2024 Essex County Council Meeting Notice
There will be a meeting of Essex County Council on Wednesday, July 17, 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, […]
Essex County Construction and Road Closures Update – July 5, 2024
The intersection of County Road 9 and County Road 10 will open on July 8, operating with two way stopping control due to ongoing construction of the quarry access culvert. County Road 9 will be reduced to one lane between North Side Road and County Road 10 beginning July 5 for approximately six weeks. […]
Essex County Construction and Road Closures Update – June 28, 2024
The intersection of County Road 9 and County Road 10 remains closed for bridge rehabilitation work. Please follow the posted detour. County Road 50 will have lane restrictions between County Road 41 and Wright Road beginning July 2 for road construction. County Road 22 will have upcoming lane restrictions west of Patillo Road for road repairs. […]
Essex County Construction and Road Closures Update – June 21, 2024
The intersection of County Road 9 and County Road 10 remains closed for bridge rehabilitation work. Please follow the posted detour. (Map ID#1) County Road 50 will have lane restrictions between County Road 41 and Wright Road beginning June 27 for road construction. (Map ID#2) County Road 22 will have upcoming lane restrictions west of Patillo […]
County Council Highlights for June 19, 2024
Warden Urges Respect and Patience for Road Workers Warden Hilda MacDonald in her opening remarks to Essex County Council on Wednesday urged drivers to show respect and patience for road maintenance and construction workers. “Please slow down, be patient and follow the posted directions when driving around crews doing roadwork,” […]
Transportation Master Plan: Notice of Public Information Centre
The Study The County of Essex has initiated a Transportation Master Plan study to identify a long-term transportation vision and strategy to achieve the County’s objectives for safe, efficient movement of people and goods, and to address current needs and anticipated growth in the County to 2053. The Transportation Master […]
Essex County Construction and Road Closures Update – June 14, 2024
The intersection of County Road 9 and County Road 10 remains closed for bridge rehabilitation work. Please follow the posted detour. (Map ID#1) County Road 50 will have lane restrictions between County Road 41 and Wright Road beginning May 13 for road construction. (Map ID#2) County Road 22 will have upcoming lane restrictions west of Patillo […]
Roundabout Construction on County Road 42 Commencing
Construction of a roundabout at the intersection of County Road 42 and County 43 is commencing – a significant step toward the enhancement of the County Road 42 corridor between the City of Windsor border and County Road 19. County Road 42 will be closed in both directions with local […]
June 19, 2024 Essex County Council Meeting Notice
There will be a meeting of Essex County Council on Wednesday, June 19, 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 Council Highlights for June 5, 2024
Warden Encourages Embracing Accessibility, Inclusion and Diversity Essex County residents can help ensure trails and pathways are accessible to all by participating in WE Check the Trails, Warden Hilda MacDonald said in her opening remarks to council Wednesday. WE Check the Trails is an initiative of the Essex County Accessibility […]
County of Essex Official Plan: Notice of Open House June 26
Purpose of the Open House The County of Essex is completing a review of its existing approved Official Plan. This review is being undertaken in accordance with the provisions set out in the Planning Act. The Official Plan includes a broad range of goals and policies that guide and provide […]
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 County Road 22 from I.C. Roy Drive to West Belle River Road. The design incorporates […]
Essex County Construction and Road Closures Update – June 3, 2024
The intersection of County Road 9 and County Road 10 remains closed for bridge rehabilitation work. Please follow the posted detour. (Map ID#1) County Road 37 will have lane restrictions between County Road 8 and County Road 14 beginning April 29 for road construction. (Map ID#2) County Road 18 will have lane restrictions between County Road […]
Essex-Windsor EMS Welcomes 20 New Paramedics
Essex-Windsor EMS officially welcomed 20 new paramedics today (May 31) at a commencement ceremony held in council chambers at the Essex County Civic Centre. The paramedics were presented with their service coins and epaulettes as family members, other guests and paramedics who guided them through their orientation watched. Chief Justin […]
June 5, 2024 Essex County Council Meeting Notice
There will be a meeting of Essex County Council on Wednesday, June 5, 2024, which is scheduled to commence at 6:00 PM. As permitted pursuant to By-law 2023-58, being a by-law to provide rules governing the order and proceedings of the Council of the Corporation of the County of Essex, […]
Call for Expression of Interest (EOI) for an Outdoor Accessibility Festival
The Essex County Accessibility Advisory Committee is in the early stages of planning for an Outdoor Accessibility Festival to be held in September 2024. This special outdoor event aims to showcase accessible activities through demonstrations, products, services and information by engaging with the local community of accessibility-minded businesses and people […]
Public Invited to Report Accessibility Issues on County Road 2 Pathway
The Essex County Accessibility Advisory Committee is encouraging the public to help identify obstacles that prevent those of all abilities from using the multi-use pathway and paved shoulders along County Road 2 in Lakeshore. The County Wide Active Transportation System (CWATS) corridor along the road from East Pike Creek to […]
Flag Raised to Mark AccessAbility Week 2024
A locally designed Accessibility flag was raised at the Essex County Civic Centre Monday to mark National AccessAbility Week, which runs from May 26 to June 1. The flag, designed by Kristine Verbeek and selected above others by the accessibility advisory committees of Essex County and the local municipalities, features […]
Notice to Property Owners: Destruction of Weeds
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 […]
Survivor Day Celebrates Lives Saved in 2023
The stories of 27 survivors and those who helped save them were shared during the Essex-Windsor EMS and Southwest Ontario Regional Base Hospital Program 11th Annual Survivor Day. The event, held May 24, 2024, at the St. Clair Centre for the Arts, celebrated survivors of trauma and out-of-hospital cardiac arrest […]
County of Essex Public Notice of Pesticide Use
The Corporation of the County of Essex intends to control noxious weeds along the following rural roadsides: The following pesticides that will be used are registered under the “Pest Control Products Act” (Canada): ClearView Herbicide (Reg. #29752) containing the active ingredients: Metsulfuron-methyl and Aminopyralid, (present as potassium salt) Gateway Adjuvant (Reg.#31470) containing […]
Essex County Construction and Road Closures Update – May 21, 2024
The intersection of County Road 9 and County Road 10 remains closed for bridge rehabilitation work. Please follow the posted detour. (Map ID#1) County Road 50 remains closed between County Road 13 (Erie Road) and Klies Beach Road for culvert replacement. (Map ID#2) Truck traffic should use the posted detour. All businesses remain open during […]
County Council Highlights for May 15, 2024
Warden Applauds Library’s Litter Cleanup and Previews Paramedic Services Week Warden Hilda MacDonald praised the Essex County Library for its litter cleanup campaign and urged residents to thank paramedics next week. The library’s litter cleanup campaign in April resulted in 342 bags of garbage being collected by civic-minded residents. The […]
Essex County Construction and Road Closures Update – May 10, 2024
The intersection of County Road 9 and County Road 10 remains closed for bridge rehabilitation work. Please follow the posted detour. (Map ID#1) County Road 50 remains closed between County Road 13 (Erie Road) and Klies Beach Road for culvert replacement. (Map ID#2) Truck traffic should use the posted detour. All businesses remain open during […]
May 10 Construction Update: Tom Wright Drain Culvert
Work on the Tom Wright Drain Culvert reconstruction project on County Road 50 in Colchester resumes today (Friday, May 10). Thank you to Hydro One for working with us so efficiently to move this vital project forward. The County started work early in the construction season with the goal of […]
May 15, 2024 Essex County Council Meeting Notice
There will be a meeting of Essex County Council on Wednesday, May 15, 2024, which is scheduled to commence at 6:00 PM. As permitted pursuant to By-law 2023-58, being a by-law to provide rules governing the order and proceedings of the Council of the Corporation of the County of Essex, […]























































