At the Leamington Council meeting on Tuesday, June 27, 2023, Council will: Hold a Public Meeting under the Planning Act to consider the following matter: Consent Application B-12-23 to add 696.97 square metres of land from 504 Highway 77 to 510 Highway 77 and Zoning By-law Amendment Application (ZBA) No. […]
Town & County News
Lawn Watering ByLaw — Annual Reminder from Union Water Supply System
Union Water Supply System (UWSS) serves Kingsville, Leamington, Essex and Lakeshore. Kingsville has a Lawn Watering Bylaw to assist the water treatment plant with reducing peak demands on hot days that helps everyone share water resources without putting unnecessary strain on the system. Watering your lawn or garden is based […]
Essex County Construction and Road Closures Update — June 23, 2023
The following are part of Phase 1 of the County Road 42 construction project: Construction is ongoing on County Road 42 between Banwell Road and Manning Road, and in the surrounding area. Please use caution and obey all flag persons and construction signs. County Road 42 will be closed between Strawberry Drive and Lesperance Road, […]
June 26 Kingsville Town Council Meeting Agenda Is Online
TOWN OF KINGSVILLE REGULAR MEETING OF COUNCIL AGENDA Monday, June 26, 2023 6:00 – 10:00 PM Council Chambers 2021 Division Road N Kingsville, Ontario N9Y 2Y9 The Agenda for the June 26, 2023 Council meeting is available on our website. View Livestream at the time of the proceedings at https://www.kingsville.ca/livestream […]
Highlights from County Council Meeting on June 21, 2023
Warden Commends Community Living Essex County and Multicultural Council Warden Hilda MacDonald in her opening remarks to Essex County Council on Wednesday praised the work of Community Living Essex County and encouraged residents to get behind it by donating or getting involved. The non-profit organization has been supporting individuals with […]
County Reaches Tentative Agreement with CUPE Local 2974.2
The County of Essex has reached a tentative 4-year agreement with Essex-Windsor EMS staff represented by CUPE Local 2974.2. The agreement would go into effect retroactively to April 1, 2022, when the collective agreement expired. Details of the agreement are not being released until it has been ratified by union […]
Town of Kingsville Committee of the Whole June 22 Agenda Is Online
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE AGENDA Thursday, June 22, 2023 Grovedale Arts & Culture Centre 103 Park Street Kingsville, ON N9Y 0E7 The agenda for the Town of Kingsville’s Meeting of the Committee of the Whole on June 22nd is available on the Town website. The meeting will run from 5 […]
Leamington Council Meeting Minutes from June 13, 2023
At the Leamington Council meeting held June 13, 2023, Council: Held a Public Meeting under the Drainage Act and: Approved improvements to the outlet portion of the Gorrell Drain to address the continual drain bank erosion within the subject property at 418 Seacliff Drive West (County Road 20). Adopted the […]
Essex County Council Regular Meeting Notice for June 21
There will be a meeting of Essex County Council on Wednesday, June 21, 2023, which is scheduled to commence at 6:00 PM. As permitted pursuant to By-law 2022-31, being a by-law to provide rules governing the order and proceedings of the Council of the Corporation of the County of Essex, […]
Town Launches Public Engagement Platform: Have Your Say, Kingsville!
The Town of Kingsville is excited to announce the launch of its new online engagement platform, Have Your Say, Kingsville! This platform will help the Town foster two-way engagement with residents and community members in a convenient online portal. At HaveYourSayKingsville.ca, registered users can interact with local decision-makers, share ideas and provide input […]
Essex County Construction and Road Closures Update — June 16, 2023
The following are part of Phase 1 of the County Road 42 construction project: Construction is ongoing on County Road 42 between Banwell Road and Manning Road, and in the surrounding area. Please use caution and obey all flag persons and construction signs. County Road 42 will be closed between Strawberry Drive and Lesperance Road, […]
UWSS to Commence Municipal Class EAS for Peaking Capacity
Winners From 2023 Mayor’s Recognition Awards Announced
The winners of the 2023 Mayor’s Recognition Awards were announced on the June 13, 2023 Leamington Council meeting. The Mayor’s Recognition Awards is an annual initiative that recognizes and honours individuals, groups and organizations who have brought honour and recognition to Leamington. The 2023 Mayor’s Recognition Awards winners, by category, […]
Town of Kingsville Lifts Fire Ban
With the improvements in air quality and the recent rain, the Town of Kingsville has lifted the temporary ban on open-air burning. Residents who have received an approved open burn permit for a residential or agricultural burn will be able to resume those in accordance with the terms and conditions […]
St. Clair College Students Keeping Senior Patients Busy
A group of students from St. Clair College are making sure some of our senior patients stay stimulated while spending time in the hospital. Students from the Fashion Design Program have designed and created more than 25 fidget blankets to be given to patients — but what is a fidget […]
Town of Kingsville Council Brief from June 12 Meeting
At its June 12, 2023 meeting, Council: Approved the Part Lot Control Exemption for Branco Estates subject to County approval Approved the zoning by-law amendment and consent to sever 217 County Road 27 subject to conditions Approved the zoning by-law amendment and draft plan of subdivision for 150 Heritage Road, […]
Kingsville Announces Plan for 2023 Canada Day Celebrations
The Town of Kingsville’s Canada Day celebration returns to the Kingsville Arena (1741 Jasperson Drive) on Saturday, July 1, 2023, from 1:30 pm to 7:00 pm. The event features live music and entertainment, including Best of Mad Science, Magic: Bill Nuvo Experience, and performances by Some Guys Who Like to […]
Leamington Council Matters — June 13, 2023
At the Leamington Council meeting of Tuesday, June 13, 2023, Council will: Hold a Public Meeting under the Drainage Act to consider the following matters: Improvements to the outlet portion of the Gorrell Drain to address the continual drain bank erosion within the subject property at 418 Seacliff Drive West […]
Planning Item for Review at June 20 Committee of Adjustment & Appeals
Kingsville’s Committee of Adjustment and Appeals will review the following application at its June 20, 2023, meeting: 167 Grandview Drive: an application for a minor variance to allow a second entrance for a new detached garage. The proposed entrance is in the northeast corner of the property on Gregory Drive. A-2023-6 Please […]
Essex County Construction and Road Closures Update — June 12, 2023
The following are part of Phase 1 of the County Road 42 construction project: Construction is ongoing on County Road 42 between Banwell Road and Manning Road, and in the surrounding area. Please use caution and obey all flag persons and construction signs. County Road 42 will be closed between Strawberry Drive and Lesperance Road, […]
June 12 Kingsville Town Council Meeting Agenda Is Online
TOWN OF KINGSVILLE REGULAR MEETING OF COUNCIL AGENDA Monday, June 12, 2023 6:00 – 10:00 PM Council Chambers 2021 Division Road N Kingsville, Ontario N9Y 2Y9 The Agenda for the June 12, 2023 Council meeting is available on our website. View Livestream at the time of the proceedings at https://www.kingsville.ca/livestream […]
Kingsville Issues Temporary Fire Ban Effective Immediately
Smoke from wildfires spreading across Canada continue to impact air quality in our region. Due to poor air quality coupled with dry conditions from lack of rainfall, Kingsville Fire and Rescue is issuing an immediate fire ban for both agricultural and residential burns in the interest of public safety. Can I […]
Food Grade Red Dye in Roadside Drains Poses No Danger
The Town of Kingsville has received questions about red-stained water in roadside drains and creeks near Road 2; this is from a food-grade dye the contractor is using to locate a possible water leak in a new section of the recently installed water main. We want to assure residents this […]
Highlights from County of Essex Council Meeting on June 7, 2023
Essex County Council held two public meetings on Wednesday. The first was a special meeting at which members of council and the public provided input about what they would like to see included in the new County of Essex Official Plan. The second was a special regular meeting of council […]
Planning Items for Review at June 12 Kingsville Town Council Meeting
This notice has been revised to correct an error on ZBA-2023-8 & SUB 05 22. The number of semi-detached dwellings proposed was corrected from 44 to 48. Kingsville Town Council will review the following planning applications at its June 12, 2023 meeting: 217 County Road 27: an application for surplus dwelling. […]
Kingsville Launches ‘See Your Selfie Here’ Tourism Campaign
You could see your selfie on the Town of Kingsville’s revamped tourism website and social media accounts by participating in the “See Your Selfie Here” campaign. Just snap a picture of yourself at your favourite Kingsville locations. Upload the selfie through our Photo Release Form, and give us consent to use it. Then […]
Essex County Council Special Meeting Notice for June 7, 2023
Essex County Council will hold a second public meeting, through virtual means on Wednesday June 7, 2023 at 6:00 PM, pursuant to Section 26(3) of the Planning Act, R.S.O., 1990, as amended, for the purposes of discussing issues to be considered in the development of the new Official Plan. The […]
Town of Kingsville Special Council Meeting — Facilities Tour
TOWN OF KINGSVILLE SPECIAL MEETING OF COUNCIL AGENDA Wednesday, June 07, 2023 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Council Chambers 2021 Division Road N Kingsville, Ontario N9Y 2Y9 The Agenda for the June 7, 2023 Council meeting is available on the Town website. Pursuant to Section 239 of the Municipal Act, […]
Kingsville Water Pollution Control Plant Class Environmental Assessment
(Schedule C) The Ontario Clean Water Agency (OCWA) and the Town of Kingsville (Town) are carrying out a Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (Class EA) to expand or upgrade the Kingsville Wastewater Collection and Treatment System (wastewater system). The study is being completed in accordance with a Schedule ‘C’ Municipal Class […]
Essex County Construction and Road Closures Update – June 2, 2023
The following are part of Phase 1 of the County Road 42 construction project: Construction is ongoing on County Road 42 between Banwell Road and Manning Road, and in the surrounding area. Please use caution and obey all flag persons and construction signs. (Map ID #1) County Road 42 will be closed between Strawberry Drive […]
Dog Registration Enforcement Begins In Leamington June 14
Beginning June 14, 2023, representatives of the Municipality of Leamington will attend door-to-door to ensure compliance with the Municipality’s Animal Control By-law 668-06. Each municipal representative will be identified with a Municipality of Leamington identification name tag. In accordance with By-law 668-06, every person who owns or keeps a dog in […]
Notice: Pesticide Use in Town of Kingsville Starts June 5
Please be advised that the Town of Kingsville will begin using certain pesticides registered under the Pest Control Products Act (Canada) to control noxious weeds commencing on June 5, 2023, weather permitting, and ending September 29, 2023. This is required to promote public health and safety. The Town’s noxious weed control program […]
UWSS Issues Yearly Reminder on Lawn Watering Restrictions
It’s that time of year again. The Union Water Supply System has issued their yearly reminder about watering restrictions that need to be followed from May 1st to September 30th. Odd-numbered homes can water on odd days of the month. Even-numbered homes can water on even days. Watering can be […]
Leamington Council Matters — May 23, 2023
At the Leamington Council meeting held May 23, 2023, Council: Held a Public Meeting under the Planning Act and: Approved Zoning By-law Amendment (ZBA) No. 274 to add a new definition to Section 3 Definitions and a new provision to Section 4 General Provisions of Zoning By-law 890-09. Approved Official […]
Survivor Day: A Celebration of Lives Saved at Centre for the Arts
The stories of 25 survivors and the paramedics, ambulance communication officers, other first responders and community members who gave them a second chance at life in 2022 were celebrated on Friday, May 26 at the 10th Annual Survivor Day. The event, which honours the survivors of trauma and out-of-hospital cardiac arrest, is put […]
Construction and Road Closures Update as of May 26, 2023
The following notices are part of the County Road 42 Construction Project: Construction is ongoing on County Road 42 between Banwell Road and Manning Road, and in the surrounding area. Please use caution and obey all flag persons and construction signage. County Road 42 will be closed between Manning Road and Strawberry Drive from May […]
Public Notice of Pesticide Use for County of Essex
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 […]
Catalytic Converter Theft Upends Family Visit to Kingsville
A short, two-day trip home to Kingsville to celebrate the Mother’s Day long weekend didn’t turn out as planned for Cory Thuy. On Monday morning, Cory had his pickup truck packed and was ready to start off on the 11-hour journey back to North Carolina with his wife. He started […]
Town of Kingsville Council Brief from May 23 Meeting
At its May 23, 2023 meeting, Council: Appointed Councillor Lowrie to the Migration Festival Advisory Committee Approved the zoning by-law amendment and consent to sever 169 South Talbot Road subject to conditions. Approved the zoning by-law amendment for 14 and 40 Cameron Side Road with: Outdoor storage accessory to the industrial […]
Kingsville’s Cedar Island Beach Unveils Mobility Mat
The Town of Kingsville is excited to announce the unveiling of its new Cedar Island Beach Mobility (Mobi) Mat. Join Mayor Dennis Rogers, members of Council and representatives from our Kingsville Accessibility Advisory Committee at 1:00 pm on Friday, June 2, 2023 for a grand opening ribbon cutting ceremony. The […]
May 23 Kingsville Town Council Meeting Agenda Is Online
TOWN OF KINGSVILLE REGULAR MEETING OF COUNCIL AGENDA Tuesday, May 23, 2023 6:00 – 10:00 PM Council Chambers 2021 Division Road N Kingsville, Ontario N9Y 2Y9 The Agenda for the May 23, 2023, Council meeting is available on our website. You can attend the meeting in person or watch it […]
Essex County Council Highlights for May 17, 2023
Warden Praises Paramedics and Work of Accessibility Advisory Committee Warden Hilda MacDonald opened Wednesday’s meeting by thanking the paramedics and support staff of Essex-Windsor EMS for keeping the community safe. “You have incredibly difficult jobs and you perform them admirably, with professionalism and pride. You provide care and comfort in […]
Planning Items for Review at May 23, 2023 Kingsville Town Council Meeting
Kingsville Town Council will review the following applications at its May 23, 2023 Council meeting: 1. 1666 & 1678 Division Road North: An application for zoning amendment. The applicant proposes a four-storey, 100-unit multiple-dwelling structure (condominium tenure) and parking area. The proposal requires a zoning amendment to accommodate. Read the […]
Construction and Road Closures Update — May 18, 2023
The following notices are part of the County Road 42 Construction Project: Construction is ongoing on County Road 42 between Banwell Road and Manning Road, and in the surrounding area. Please use caution and obey all flag persons and construction signage. (Map ID #1) County Road 42 will be closed between Manning Road and Strawberry […]
Town’s Municipal Office Closed Monday, May 22 for Victoria Day
The Municipal Office for the Town of Kingsville will not be open on Monday, May 22, 2023. It will be closed for the Victoria Day long weekend. The office will be open again for regular hours on Tuesday, May 23. Have a happy Victoria Day weekend! Location: 2021 Division Road […]
Leamington Launches By-law Enforcement Bike Patrol Unit
To enhance community engagement and increase education about municipal by-laws, the Municipality of Leamington introduced a new By-law Enforcement Bike Patrol Unit (BPU) this week. The BPU includes by-law enforcement officers who have been specially trained to patrol on bicycles. The BPU will increase officer visibility throughout the Municipality and […]
Arena Front Desk Team Located at Town Hall Until Friday, May 19
There is construction work being done at the Kingsville Arena Complex. Because of this, the Arena Front Desk team will not be in the main entrance of the arena where you usually find them. The Team will be at the Town Hall until Friday, May 19. The Town Hall is […]
Essex County Council Meeting to be Held Wednesday, May 17
There will be a meeting of Essex County Council on Wednesday, May 17, 2023, which is scheduled to commence at 6:00 PM. As permitted pursuant to By-law 2022-31, being a by-law to provide rules governing the order and proceedings of the Council of the Corporation of the County of Essex, […]
Leamington Council Matters — May 9, 2023
At the Leamington Council meeting held May 9, 2023, Council: Held a Court of Revision under the Drainage Act and: Confirmed the Schedule of Assessment outlined in the Addendum Assessment Schedule dated April 10, 2023, to provide for new bridges and an updated Assessment Schedule over the B & C […]
Town of Kingsville Committee of the Whole Agenda for May 15 Is Online
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE AGENDA Monday, May 15, 2023 Kingsville Arena – Committee Rooms B and C 1741 Jasperson Lane Kingsville, ON N9Y 2E4 The agenda for the Town of Kingsville’s meeting of the Committee of the Whole on May 15th is available on the Town website. The meeting will run […]
Planning Items for Review at May 23, 2023 Council Meeting
Kingsville Town Council will review the following applications at its May 23, 2023 Council meeting: 1. 1666 & 1678 Division Road North: An application for zoning amendment. The applicant proposes a four-storey, 100-unit multiple-dwelling structure (condominium tenure) and parking area. The proposal requires a zoning amendment to accommodate. Read the […]
Essex County Construction and Road Closures Update — May 11, 2023
The following are part of Phase 1 of the County Road 42 construction project: Construction is ongoing on County Road 42 between Banwell Road and Manning Road, and in the surrounding area. Please use caution and obey all flag persons and construction signage. (Map ID #1) The intersection of County Road 42 and Manning Road will […]
2023 Rural Road Program Pulverizing Update
The Town has begun construction on pulverizing and surface treatment of the following roads: Road 8 West (Between County Road 27 and Marsh Sideroad) Road 8 East (Between Graham Sideroad and County Road 31) Road 7 East (Between Olinda Sideroad and County Road 31) South Talbot Road (Between County Road […]
Detroit-Windsor Tunnel to Remain Open During Detroit Grand Prix
Preparations are now underway for the 2023 Chevrolet Detroit Grand Prix in downtown Detroit. Event weekend is June 2 to 4, 2023, but the build-out preparations are already underway. Most of the preparatory work will take place between the hours of 8 p.m. and 5 a.m., with nightly temporary rerouting in downtown Detroit. […]
Reminder for Landowners to Destroy Noxious Weeds Before May 30
The Town of Kingsville is reminding all landowners that noxious weeds negatively impact farmer fields and humans with respiratory issues. Weed seeds can travel many kilometres by wind to invade and kill healthy crops. Poison ivy, sumac and oak cause skin reactions; ragweed may trigger breathing difficulties. This is an […]
Town of Kingsville Not Associated with Platinum Maintenance
The Town of Kingsville has received word that some residents have been called by a maintenance service company which has identified itself as Platinum Maintenance. Platinum Maintenance has said that it is associated with the Town of Kingsville. The Town of Kingsville wishes to inform residents that it has no […]
EMS Chief Bruce Krauter Announces Plan to Retire
Chief Bruce Krauter has announced that he plans to retire on Feb. 29, 2024, after leading Essex-Windsor Emergency Medical Services for 10 years. He made the announcement to Essex County council and in an email to EMS staff, saying he wanted to provide ample time for the recruitment of a […]
Planning Items for Review at May 16 Committee of Adjustment & Appeals
The Committee of Adjustment and Appeals will review the following items at its May 16, 2023 meeting: 1. Consent (Lot Creation and Lot Addition) Vacant Land on County Road 34 West: An application for lot creation and lot addition. The subject property contains four existing structures, deemed surplus to the owner, […]
Virtual Official Plan Review Meeting Scheduled for June 7
The County of Essex will hold a virtual public meeting to gather input as part of its Official Plan Review process. The meeting will be held on Zoom on Wednesday, June 7, 2023 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. The meeting will be streamed live on the County of Essex website at […]
May 8 Town Council Meeting Agenda Available Online
TOWN OF KINGSVILLE REGULAR MEETING OF COUNCIL AGENDA Monday, May 08, 2023 6:00 – 10:00 PM Council Chambers 2021 Division Road N Kingsville, Ontario N9Y 2Y9 The Agenda for the May 8, 2023, Council meeting is available on our website. Feel free to watch it in person or via Livestream […]
Leamington Appoints Don Williamson as New Fire Chief
The Municipality of Leamington is pleased to announce that Don Williamson will take on the new interim role of Fire Chief of Leamington Fire Services while also continuing to serve as Fire Chief for the Municipality of Lakeshore. At its meeting held May 2, 2023, Lakeshore Council approved entering into […]
REVISED DATE: Planning Items for Review at May 8 Council Meeting
UPDATE: The below proposal, originally scheduled for the May 8th, 2023 Council meeting, is postponed until further notice. We will send a revised notice when meeting details are finalized. 40 Cameron Side Road West. An application for a Zoning Bylaw Amendment. The applicant wants to sever land from 40 Cameron […]
Highlights from County Council Meeting on May 3
Warden Welcomes Summer Students and Applauds HR Team Warden Hilda MacDonald in her opening remarks at Wednesday’s Essex County council meeting welcomed summer students who are joining various departments, as well as the Essex-Windsor Solid Waste Authority and Essex-Windsor EMS. “As well as helping us complete important work over the […]
Virtual Public Meeting Notice: Process to Prepare New Official Plan
Notice of Virtual Public Meeting: Initiation of the Process to Prepare a New Official Plan PURPOSE Essex County Council will hold a second public meeting, through virtual means, pursuant to Section 26(3) of the Planning Act, R.S.O., 1990, as amended, for the purposes of discussing issues to be considered in the development […]
Essex County Council Meeting for May 3, 2023
There will be a meeting of Essex County Council on Wednesday, May 3, 2023 at 6:00 PM. As permitted under By-law 2022-31, being a by-law to provide rules governing the order and proceedings of the Council of the Corporation of the County of Essex, adopted on October 19, 2022, the […]
Essex County Construction and Road Closures Update — April 28, 2023
Construction is ongoing on County Road 42 between Banwell Road and Manning Road, as well as in the surrounding area. Please use caution and obey all flag persons and construction signage. Also, note the following upcoming temporary road closures: County Road 42 will be closed in both directions between Manning Road (County […]
County Road 42 at Pike Creek Temporarily Closing in Early May
County Road 42 from County Road 19 (Manning Road) to Pike Creek will be temporarily closed to traffic due to construction May 2 to May 11. Digital message signs have been placed on County Road 42 at County Road 19 (Manning Road) and Pike Creek to notify the public of […]
Jane’s Walks Happening in Kingsville on April 30
Jane’s Walks will be taking place in Kingsville this weekend. Local residents who have an interest and knowledge about the area will be giving free hour-long neighbourhood tours. There will be three Walks on Sunday hosted by Tamara Stomp, Grant Munroe and Veronica Brown. What is a Jane’s Walk? Jane’s […]
Kaidyn’s Dream Walk Makes Great Strides For Organ Transplant Program
On Saturday, April 22, over 200 walkers gathered at the Essex Centre Sports Complex to support Kaidyn Blair and his family on their half-marathon walk to Windsor Regional Hospital Metropolitan Campus. The event was organized to raise awareness for the organ transplant program and the need for organ donors. As […]
Planning Items for Review at May 8, 2023 Council Meeting
Kingsville Town Council will review the following application at its Monday, May 8, 2023, meeting: 40 Cameron Side Road West An application for a Zoning Bylaw Amendment. The applicant wants to sever land from 40 Cameron Side Road West and convey it to 14 Cameron Side Road West at a […]
Leamington Seeks Citizens for Union Water Supply System Board
As a Municipal Shareholder in the Union Water Supply System Inc. (UWSS Inc.), the Municipality of Leamington is seeking interested persons to serve as independent members (not a Council member or employee) on the UWSS Inc. Board for a four-year term (2023–2026). Serving on this Board is a great way […]
Highlights from April 24, 2023 Town Council Meeting
Council Meeting Highlights At the April 24th Council meeting, Council: • Conditionally approved a zoning amendment at Augustine Villas to allow the construction of two townhouse structures with a total of 12 units. • Awarded the tender of the Arena Slab Replacement Project. • Granted the Mayor authority to approve […]
April 24 Town Council Meeting Agenda Available Online
TOWN OF KINGSVILLE REGULAR MEETING OF COUNCIL AGENDA Monday, April 24, 2023, 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Council Chambers 2021 Division Road N Kingsville, Ontario N9Y 2Y9 The Agenda for the April 24th, 2023, Council meeting is available on our website. Feel free to watch it in person or via […]
Highlights from County Council Meeting on April 19
Warden Encourages Participation in Hospice Dove Pin Campaign Warden Hilda MacDonald is encouraging residents to contribute to The Hospice of Windsor and Essex County’s dove pin campaign. The dove pins and donation boxes will be available at stores throughout Essex County and Windsor the weekend of April 28-30. “This little […]
Leamington Council Matters — April 11, 2023
At the Leamington Council meeting held April 11, 2023, Council: Held a Public Meeting under the Planning Act and approved: Zoning By-law Amendment Application (ZBA) No. 272 to rezone the commercial property at 282 Erie Street South from a Commercial Highway (C2) Zone to a Commercial Highway (C2-22) Zone to […]
Essex County Council Meeting Notice for April 19, 2023
There will be a meeting of Essex County Council on Wednesday, April 19, 2023 at 6:00 PM. As permitted under By-law 2022-31, being a by-law to provide rules governing the order and proceedings of the Council of the Corporation of the County of Essex, adopted on October 19, 2022, the […]
Committee of the Whole Agenda for April 17, 2023 Available Online
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE AGENDA Monday, April 17, 2023 Kingsville Arena – Committee Rooms B and C 1741 Jasperson Lane Kingsville, ON N9Y 2E4 The agenda for the meeting of the Committee of the Whole on April 17th is available on our website. The meeting will run from 6 p.m. […]
Kingsville Seeks Citizens for Union Water Supply System Board of Directors
As a Municipal Shareholder in the Union Water Supply System Inc. (UWSS Inc.), the Town of Kingsville is seeking interested persons to serve as independent members (not a Council member or employee) on the UWSS Inc. Board for a four-year term (2023–2026). Serving on this Board is a great way […]
Kingsville Water Pollution Control Plant – Class Environmental Assessment
Notice of Commencement The Ontario Clean Water Agency (OCWA) and the Town of Kingsville are undertaking a Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (Class EA) to expand or upgrade the Kingsville Wastewater Collection and Treatment System (wastewater system). The study will follow the Schedule C Municipal Class EA process as set out […]
Arena Renovations Delay Ice Season — Information Session April 20
Kingsville’s Arena renovation project will begin with a Request for Proposal (RFP) coming to the last Council meeting in April. This renovation includes removing and replacing the concrete ice pad, installing new dasher boards and glass, and replacing the ice rink refrigeration piping system; it was approved in the 2023 Capital […]
Kingsville Begins Spring Bylaw Blitz
Kingsville’s Bylaw Enforcement Officers will conduct enforcement blitzes throughout the year, beginning this spring. Enforcement this month will concentrate on the following: Swimming pools: If you have a swimming pool, you must have a fence at least four feet tall with a self closing and self-latching gate. This requirement prevents small […]
Applications for Review at April 18 Committee of Adjustment & Appeals
Planning Applications for Review at the April 18, 2023 Committee of Adjustment and Appeals The Committee of Adjustment and Appeals will review the following applications at its April 18, 2023 meeting: 74 Jasperson Drive: The applicant recently received approval from Council for a zoning by-law amendment to permit semi-detached dwellings. The […]
Leamington Council Considers — April 11, 2023
At the Leamington Council meeting of Tuesday, April 11, 2023, Council will: Hold a Public Meeting under the Planning Act to consider the following matters: – Zoning By-law Amendment Application (ZBA) No. 272 to rezone the commercial property at 282 Erie Street South from a Commercial Highway (C2) Zone to […]
April 11 Town Council Meeting Agenda Available Online
TOWN OF KINGSVILLE REGULAR MEETING OF COUNCIL AGENDA Tuesday, April 11, 2023, 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Council Chambers 2021 Division Road N Kingsville, Ontario N9Y 2Y9 The Agenda for the April 11th, 2023, Council meeting is available on our website. Feel free to watch it in person or via Livestream at […]
Main Street Development Update at April 17 Committee of the Whole Meeting
This April 17th “Committee of the Whole” meeting will focus on the future of Main Street and downtown Kingsville. A review of the findings and comments of the Main Street Development Review Committee was identified as one of Council’s 2023 Strategic Priorities. In 2020, Council formed a Main Street Development […]
Caldwell First Nation Gas Bar First Step In Economic Reconciliation
After centuries of a struggle to reclaim its land and source of livelihood, the Caldwell First Nation is celebrating the opening of a vibrant new Gas Bar and Convenience Store which is the first step in the plan to rebuild a nation from the ground up. The Caldwell First Nation […]
Road 2 and Division Construction Update
Construction will continue within the intersection of Road 2 and Division until approximately Wednesday, April 12th. Minor traffic delays should be expected at this intersection during daylight hours. Delays are not anticipated for the weekend or during non-daylight hours. Thank you for your patience. Image by Tayeb MEZAHDIA from Pixabay
Leamington Council Matters — March 28, 2023
At the Leamington Council meeting held March 28, 2023, Council: Adjourned the Court of Revision regarding the B & C Concession Drain West to May 9, 2023. Held a Public Meeting under the Planning Act and approved: Temporary Use Zoning By-law Amendment ZBA No. 270 to permit two single detached […]
Municipality of Leamington Holiday Hours for Easter Weekend
The Leamington Municipal Building will be closed on Friday, April 7, 2023, and Monday, April 10, 2023, in observance of the Good Friday and Easter Monday holidays. Residents can continue to report non-urgent municipal issues online at leamington.ca/reportanissue. Please note the following municipal service level adjustments because of the holiday: […]
Municipal Office Will Be Closed April 7 & 10 for Easter
We are closed Friday, April 7th and Monday, April 10th, for Easter weekend. Regular hours resume on Tuesday, April 11th. Have a safe and enjoyable long weekend with your friends and family. Join us at the Mayor’s Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 8th! Image by Alexa from Pixabay
Leamington Emergency Alerts Now Powered by Alertable
The Municipality of Leamington is now using Alertable to send emergency notifications through Leamington Alerts. Leamington Alerts is the Municipality’s public alert messaging system that provides trusted, timely and accurate information to residents and businesses in a variety of emergency situations, including evacuation notices, gas leaks, boil water advisories and […]
Essex County Council Meeting Notice for April 5, 2023
There will be a series of meetings of Essex County Council held on Wednesday, April 5, 2023. As permitted under By-law 2022-31, being a by-law to provide rules governing the order and proceedings of the Council of the Corporation of the County of Essex, adopted on October 19, 2022, the […]
Kingsville Completes Wood Chipping from February Ice Storm
The Town of Kingsville has completed door-to-door wood chipping from the February ice storm. We asked residents to have branches dragged to the municipal right-of-way by March 6th to have their piles removed by town staff. Since the deadline, our team and contractor have made their way down every street […]
Information Regarding Developer-Led Public Meetings
You may have noticed a recent increase in developer-led meetings requesting public input on proposed developments. We want to ensure residents understand this consultation is separate from and before the formal application process. These are pre-application meetings organized by the developer, with content and proposals that are brand new to […]
County Staff Member Earns International Accessibility Credential
County of Essex administrative assistant Crystal Sylvestre is one of the first 134 individuals in the world to receive an Accessible Document Specialist credential from the International Association of Accessibility Professionals (IAAP). On top of her numerous duties as part of the Legislative and Community Services team at the county, […]
Isaac Brogan to Represent County at Scripps National Spelling Bee
The WFCU Scripps Regional Spelling Bee was held at the St. Clair College Centre for the Arts on Sunday, March 26. It featured Jim Crichton of CTV Windsor fame as the Host, and Windsor Star Managing Editor Craig Pearson as the Pronouncer. It was sponsored by WFCU and the St. […]
High-speed Internet Coming Soon to Cottam
High-speed internet will be coming to Cottam this year. Construction on infrastructure will be carried out by Cogeco for more than 940 homes and businesses as the company expands its fibre-powered high-speed internet and EPICO IPTV service. Work will start soon and should be completed by the end of 2023. […]
Burn Permits Required for Controlled Open Air Burning
The Town of Kingsville offers burn permits for controlled open air burning for residents. Permits are required for all burning. Who can apply for a burn permit? Only property owners can apply for a burn permit. A tenant, worker, or family member wishing to apply for a burn permit must […]
Branch Clean Up and Additional Yard Waste Pick Up March 30
Cleanup efforts continue following the ice storm in February. Town staff have been working to clear the large, loose branches. Cottam, Ruthven and most rural areas were completed last week (except for County roads, which our contractor is completing). This past week, our team moved into Kingsville subdivisions and urban […]
March 27 Town Council Meeting Agenda Available Online
TOWN OF KINGSVILLE REGULAR MEETING OF COUNCIL AGENDA Monday, March 27, 2023, 6:00 PM Council Chambers 2021 Division Road N Kingsville, Ontario N9Y 2Y9 The Agenda for the March 27th, 2023, Council meeting is available on our website. Feel free to watch it in-person or via Livestream at the time of […]