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 & County News
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 […]
Phase 2 of Banar Watermain Replacement Begins March 27
Starting Monday, March 27, 2023 (weather permitting), Phase 2 construction begins on the Banar Subdivision Watermain Replacement project. Roads around the work zone will be closed to thru traffic. The work zone includes Woodlawn Crescent, Summerset Avenue, Commissioner Drive and Harold Cull Drive at Commissioner. Residents in the affected area […]
Windsor Regional Hospital President and CEO Responds To Ontario Budget
Statement by David Musyj, President and CEO, Windsor Regional Hospital, in response to the 2023 Ontario budget delivered on March 23, 2023 The last three years have been beyond difficult for everyone. I am very pleased to see the Ford government continues to recognize these facts and has made continued, […]
Road 7 East Closes to Replace Culverts Week of March 27
Please be advised that Road 7 East (Between Olinda Sideroad and County Road 31) will close the week of March 27th for culvert replacements. This work is necessary to advance our Road 7 East resurfacing project, which will happen later this year. The road will be closed entirely at each culvert […]
Delays to North and Southbound Traffic on Division Start March 27
The Town of Kingsville has scheduled construction at the intersection of Division and Road 2 from March 27 – 29, 2023. This work is part of the ongoing Road 2 East reconstruction project. There will be restrictions to east and westbound traffic on Road 2, and detour signs will be […]
Planning Items for Review at April 11, 2023 Council Meeting
Kingsville Town Council will review the following applications at its April 11, 2023, meeting: 848 Road 2 West: an application for a severance and zoning by-law amendment. The existing dwelling on the parcel is deemed surplus to the owner, and the applicant is proposing to sever the dwelling into a […]
Town of Kingsville Commences Facilities Review
The Town of Kingsville is launching a facilities review of all town-owned buildings. Council identified a Facility Review as a top 2023 priority. The facilities review will include analysis of each facility’s general physical condition, anticipated future costs of maintenance and repairs, as well as evaluate current and future uses. […]
Highlights from County Council Meeting on March 15
Deputy Warden Urges Residents to Sign Up for Municipal Alerts Essex County residents are encouraged to sign up for alerts from their local municipality to be prepared for severe weather and other emergencies, Deputy Warden Joe Bachetti said at the start of Wednesday’s council meeting. Each municipality in Essex County […]
Cogeco Customers Lose Internet Due to Construction
On Tuesday, March 14, 2023 Cogeco customers in Essex, Leamington, Kingsville, LaSalle, and Windsor lost their internet. Since 911 services were also affected, Cogeco recommended that customers have an alternate phone in case of emergency. It was later determined that the problem had been caused when a fiber was cut between […]
Seasonal Load Limits in Effect on County Roads
Seasonal load limits on designated Essex County roads are in effect 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 County of […]
Revised Notice: Item for Review at April 11, 2023 Council Meeting
Kingsville Town Council will review the following application at its April 11, 2023, meeting: 848 Road 2 West: an application for a severance and zoning by-law amendment. The existing dwelling on the parcel is deemed surplus to the owner, and the applicant is proposing to sever the dwelling into a […]
Essex County Council Meeting to Be Held March 15, 2023
There will be a meeting of Essex County Council on Wednesday, March 15, 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 […]
Recreation Update — Week of March 13, 2023
The Town of Kingsville is dedicated to expanding our recreational programs. See what’s happening at the Arena the week of March 13th. Monday March Break Camp, 9:00 am – 4:00 pm Drop-in Skating (various times) Public Skate 3:00 pm – 4:50 pm Tuesday March Break Camp, 9:00 am – 4:00 […]
Parking Ban Update — Kingsville Ends On-Street Parking Ban Early
Update on 72 Hour Parking Ban Declared on March 10, 2023: The on-street parking ban affecting the Town of Kingsville has ended. We appreciate your cooperation and thank our snow plow operators for their fast and efficient work. Please use caution when driving, as conditions could vary across the municipality. […]
Items for Review at March 21 Committee of Adjustment and Appeals
Planning Items for Review at March 21, 2023 Committee of Adjustment and Appeals The Committee of Adjustment and Appeals will review the following applications at its Tuesday, March 21, 2023, meeting: 17 Gregory Avenue, an application for a minor variance to increase the maximum allowable lot coverage from 35% to […]
Kingsville Declares On-Street Parking Ban Effective 12:30 pm on March 10
Kingsville Declares On-Street Parking Ban for 72 Hours Effective 12:30 pm on March 10, 2023 The Town of Kingsville has declared an on-street parking ban to commence winter control operations. On-street parking is now prohibited for a period of 72 hours, effective 12:30 pm on Friday, March 10, 2023. Parking on […]
Essex County Library Reaches Tentative Agreement with Staff
The Essex County Library has reached a tentative three-year agreement with staff represented by CUPE Local 2318. The agreement would go into effect April 1, 2023, when the current collective agreement expires. Details of the agreement are not being released until it has been ratified by members of the local […]
Leamington Grade 8 Students Ride Transit for Free During March Break
The Municipality of Leamington is encouraging Grade 8 students in Leamington to use its new LT-Go on-demand transit service by providing them with a free transit pass for March Break. Using the free transit pass, Leamington Grade 8 students can ride the LT-Go bus for free from Friday, March 10, […]
Point Pelee National Park Offers Early Bird Pass Sale Until March 31
Early Bird Pass Sale for Point Pelee National Park Purchase a park pass at a discounted rate! The early bird sale is on from February 1st until March 31st, 2023. There are two ways to purchase or renew a pass: 1. By phone Call the park Monday to Friday 9am to […]
March 6 Town Council Meeting Agenda Available Online
REGULAR MEETING OF COUNCIL AGENDA Monday, March 06, 2023 from 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Council Chambers 2021 Division Road N Kingsville, Ontario N9Y 2Y9 The agenda for the March 6, 2023 meeting is available on our website. View Livestream at the time of the proceedings at https://www.kingsville.ca/livestream For information pertaining to […]
$750,000 For UWindsor Researchers To Pursue ‘Surprise’ Cancer Discovery
University of Windsor researchers have been awarded $750,000 by the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) to determine how a protein changes cell biology, fat accumulation in the liver, and how this can lead to liver cancer. Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD), the most common liver condition in the developed […]
2023 Leamington Municipal Budget Approved
As a result of budget deliberations held on February 27 and February 28, 2023, Leamington Council approved the proposed 2023 municipal budget ensuring the Municipality can continue to deliver essential services while advancing priorities outlined in the Municipality’s 2023-2026 Strategic Plan. The approved budget equates to an $82.63 annual tax levy […]
Highlights from County Council Meeting on March 1
Warden Thanks Hydro Workers and Others for Ice Storm Response Warden Hilda MacDonald thanked hydro workers, Essex County road crews and staff at the local municipalities for their responses to last week’s ice storm. The ice caused numerous power outages on Feb. 22 and Feb. 23, she noted at the […]
Town Defers Yard Waste Pickup to Focus on Chipping Large Piles
The Town of Kingsville is delaying the previously scheduled yard waste pickup with our contractor until Town staff have removed most of the large wood piles. The Town initially scheduled the Yard Waste pickup for March 2nd. “We need more time to clear large areas before our contractor can come […]
Bill 23 – More Homes Built Faster Act Prompts Town-wide Zoning Amendment
At its February 27, 2023 meeting, Kingsville Town Council passed a Zoning amendment to comply with the More Homes Built Faster Act, 2022 (Bill 23). This Act is the Provincial response to helping more Ontarians find a home that meets their needs and budget. As a result of Bill 23, the Planning […]
Ice Storm Cleanup Underway in Essex County Municipalities
Essex County residents are asked to be patient and check local municipal websites for updates as the cleanup of tree branches brought down during last week’s ice storm continues. The county’s Infrastructure and Planning Services department is consulting with local municipalities to ensure all areas are covered. Essex County road […]
Town Adds Yard Waste Pickup Date and Begins Post-Storm Cleanup
Yard waste collection date added In response to the recent ice storm, the Town of Kingsville has added a yard waste collection date on Thursday, March 2, 2023. Please ensure you meet the yard waste requirements outlined on page six of our collection calendar, or our contractor will bypass your collection: […]
Essex County Council Regular Meeting Notice for March 1
There will be a meeting of Essex County Council on Wednesday, March 1, 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 […]
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UWSS Continues to Monitor East Palestine, Ohio Chemical Spill
Early in February, 2023 a train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio caused a chemical spill. The Union Water Supply System has been monitoring this situation in order to assess any impact it may have on the UWSS source of drinking water in the western basin of Lake Erie. The […]
Leamington Lays 88 Charges Upon 12 Greenhouse Owners
As a result of an ongoing investigation of Leamington Greenhouse Owners who have been operating in contravention of the Municipality of Leamington’s Greenhouse Light Abatement By-law, the Municipality has laid 88 charges under Part III of the Provincial Offences Act upon 12 individual Leamington greenhouse owners. At its meeting held […]
UPDATE FEB. 24 at 4:45 pm: Arena Open Till 10 pm
We are keeping the Warming / Charging Station open at the Arena until 10:00 pm tonight. Please feel free to charge your devices and use our WiFi. Yard Waste Pick Up We added a yard waste collection date on Thursday, March 2, 2023. Our contractor will only collect yard waste […]
February 27 Town Council Meeting Agenda Available Online
REGULAR MEETING OF COUNCIL AGENDA Monday, February 27, 2023 from 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Council Chambers 2021 Division Road N Kingsville, Ontario N9Y 2Y9 The agenda for the February 27, 2023 meeting is available on our website. View Livestream at the time of the proceedings at https://www.kingsville.ca/livestream For information pertaining […]
Kingsville Arena Open for Charging Devices, WiFi Available
If you are still without power, our Arena is open, and you’re welcome to come in to charge your devices and use the WiFi. We are looking into adding a yard waste pick-up before the first scheduled date in April. We’ll have details on that in the coming days. Thanks […]
Essex County Civic Centre Elevator Temporarily Out of Service
The elevator at the Essex County Civic Centre is currently out of service due to an unexpected mechanical issue. The outage is expected to be temporary. If you are planning to attend the Civic Centre today (Feb. 24, 2023) and require the elevator, please call the office you want to […]
Notice of a Public Meeting Regarding the 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: Wednesday, April 5, 2023 5 p.m. County of Essex, Council Chambers 360 […]
Update 5 pm: Kingsville Opens Charging Station in Prolonged Power Outage
UPDATE FEBRUARY 23, 2023, at 5:00 pm: We understand various sections of the Town have power restored, and Hydro One and E.L.K continue to make progress. Please continue to be vigilant of falling branches. As the ice melts, trees are loosening away from power lines. The cracked tree limbs that […]