Kingsville Times

TOWN OF KINGSVILLE REGULAR MEETING OF COUNCIL AGENDA Monday, November 4, 2024 6:00 – 10:00 PM Unico Community Centre 37 Beech Street Kingsville, ON N9Y 1A9 The Agenda for the November 4, 2024 Council meeting is available on our website. View the meeting via Livestream at the time of the […]

Grant is part of more than $4.1 million given by Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation of Canada to public safety organizations across Canada Kingsville Fire and Rescue recently received a $23,326 grant from Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation of Canada to ensure our first responders have the necessary equipment to keep community […]

At its October 28, 2024 meeting, Council: Approved a Consent Application B-2024-23 to sever an existing surplus dwelling, subject to certain conditions. Approved final acceptance and assumption of the roadway and infrastructure for the Millbrook Estates Subdivision Stage 2 Phase 2. Approved the Subdivision Agreement for Kings Valley at the […]

At the Leamington Council meeting of Tuesday, October 22, 2024, Council: Approved an application to rezone 73, 97, 101, 111, 125, 129 Seacliff Drive to permit mixed-use buildings and existing residential uses. Provisionally approved a Minor Variance for the property located at 125 Talbot Street West, for relief from zoning […]

The applicant has formally withdrawn their proposal for a zoning by-law amendment for the Draft Plan of Subdivision at 175 Wigle. The rezoning application will not be heard at the November 4, 2024 Council meeting. We are now holding Council and Committee meetings at the Unico Hall Community Centre, 37 Beech […]

Province investing $22,500 to help boost local economy Late last week, Anthony Leardi, MPP for Essex, announced that the Town of Kingsville will receive up to $22,500 in funding through the latest intake of the Rural Economic Development (RED) program. The RED program supports projects that diversify and grow local […]

Artists from across Canada and United States propped their easels all over town, grabbing their inspiration from Kingsville’s various landscapes and landmarks, as part of the long-standing outdoor (or “en Plein air” in French) painting tradition that happens every fall in Kingsville. The four-day competition had over 100 participants  competing for […]

The Municipality of Leamington is excited to announce the 2024 Mayor’s Holiday Card Design Contest, an initiative led by Mayor Hilda MacDonald to engage local elementary school students in the spirit of the holiday season. Working directly with local schools, the Municipality is inviting students in grades 4 and 5 […]

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 […]

TOWN OF KINGSVILLE REGULAR MEETING OF COUNCIL AGENDA Monday, October 28, 2024 6:00 – 10:00 PM Unico Community Centre 37 Beech Street Kingsville, ON N9Y 1A9 The Agenda for the October 28, 2024 Council meeting is available on our website. View the meeting via Livestream at the time of the […]

Leamington’s own community choir, County Classic Chorale, is “singing for joy” to receive $1000 donation from Intact Insurance Better Communities Program to support their new accompanist Olga Nesterenko. Olga came to Canada in 2022 after the escalation of the Russian war in her home country of Ukraine. Trained in music […]

The Municipality of Leamington, in partnership with the Leamington 150 Anniversary Committee, is excited to announce two more free back-to-back concerts to celebrate Leamington’s 150th anniversary. These special events, featuring acclaimed artist Séan McCann and local talent, promise to deliver memorable performances filled with music and storytelling in honour of this […]

The Municipality of Leamington, in partnership with the Leamington 150 Anniversary Committee, is excited to announce two free back-to-back concerts to celebrate Leamington’s 150th anniversary. The concerts, featuring world-renowned Celtic music phenoms Natalie MacMaster and Donnell Leahy, will take place on Saturday, November 9, 2024, at 7:30 PM, and Sunday, […]

On Friday, November 1, 2024, Kingsville holds its annual Pumpkin Parade at Lakeside Park, 315 Queen Street. Our Communities in Bloom Committee organizes this event to help our Town recycle hundreds of pumpkins each year, donating them farms for compost or animal feed following the parade. “This is a purposeful event,” said […]

At the Leamington Council meeting of Tuesday, October 22, 2024, Council will: Hold a Public Meeting under the Planning Act to consider: An application which seeks to rezone 73, 97, 101, 111, 125, 129 Seacliff Drive to permit mixed-use buildings and existing residential uses. An application which seeks to rezone […]

Kingsville’s annual Migration Festival happened this past weekend, October 17 to 20. Please take our survey and let us know your thoughts about the event, or why you decided to skip it. Your feedback will help inform future planning.

The Municipality of Leamington will be performing an update to its phone system during the week of October 21, 2024. As a result, there may be intermittent periods when phone lines are temporarily unavailable. During these times, callers may experience difficulties reaching the Municipality by phone. We encourage residents to […]

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 […]

A contractor will be repainting the lines for the new right-hand turning lane on Main Street East. Work is scheduled to begin at 7:00 PM tonight. OPP will be onsite to direct traffic while the work is completed. Motorists should use caution when driving though the work zone. A traffic […]

Contractors working on behalf of the Municipality of Leamington will be undertaking a watermain replacement project on Robson Road from Erie Street South to Cherry Lane. The construction is scheduled to begin on Monday, October 21, 2024, weather permitting, and is anticipated to last for approximately two months. During the […]

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 […]

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. […]

COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE AGENDA Monday, October 21, 2024 Unico Community Centre 37 Beech Street Kingsville, ON N9Y 1A9 The Town of Kingsville’s Meeting of the Committee of the Whole for October 21, 2024 has been cancelled. Town of Kingsville Website: Kingsville Ontario Phone: (519) 733-2305 Facebook: Town of Kingsville

Residential leaf collection begins November 4, 2024, and will end November 30, 2024. Leamington residents who live in the urban sector may either: 1. Bag fallen leaves for pick-up on your regular yard waste collection date. (Residents must place their leaves in an acceptable yard waste container – plastic bags […]

At its October 7, 2024 meeting, Council: Referred the Report from the Heritage Advisory Committee regarding the Assessment of the Main Street Properties to Administration for review and further comment Adopted the Engineer’s Report regarding new access over the Irwin Drain for parcel 620-03300 Adopted the Engineer’s Report regarding new […]

Recycling will be picked up on Thursday Oct. 17 this week due to the Thanksgiving holiday which fell this Monday. There is no set collection time for recycling. Collection can occur anytime between 6:00 am and 6:00 pm on your scheduled day. Set-out Acceptable Materials only. Some materials such as hardcover and […]

Attention drivers: the control device for the traffic signals at Division Road North and Road 2 has been damaged and needs replacement. We have replacement parts on order, but unfortunately, they won’t arrive until later this week. In the meantime, we’ve installed temporary stop signs and closed the left-hand turn […]

At the Leamington Council meeting of Tuesday, October 8, 2024, Council: Authorized the creation of a new municipal drain branching off the Sturgeon Creek Drain, to be named Brunato Drain; authorized the tendering of the project and directed that a Court of Revision to be scheduled. Approved the severing of […]

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 […]

The Town of Kingsville is collecting public feedback on the draft Short Term Rental (STR) By-law. The comments submitted will help inform changes to the Draft By-law before it is presented to Council. Initially, Administration intended to present the  Draft By-law to Council for consideration at the October 28, 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 […]

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, […]

Please note the following municipal service level adjustments on Thanksgiving Day, Monday, October 14, 2024: Leamington Municipal Building The Leamington Municipal Building will be closed on Thanksgiving Day. Residents can continue to report non-urgent municipal issues online at leamington.ca/reportanissue. Nature Fresh Farms Recreation Centre The Nature Fresh Farms Recreation Centre will […]

  The Municipality of Leamington will soon begin upgrades to the Leamington Marina parking lot, which will include reconfiguration and repaving to enhance accessibility and improve overall facilities. The Leamington Marina will be closed starting October 16, 2024. There will be no access to the Marina parking lot or boat […]

E.L.K. Energy has deployed two powerline maintainers to Florida to assist Florida Power and Light (FPL) in restoring power to residents impacted by Hurricane Helene, with further preparations also underway for the arrival of Hurricane Milton. Sherry Bondy, Mayor of Essex and E.L.K. Board Chair highlighted the importance of this […]

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 […]

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 […]

Anthony Leardi, MPP for the riding of Essex, is pleased to announce that the Ontario government is investing $9,859,700 across the riding of Essex through the Ontario Community Infrastructure Fund (OCIF). This funding will be given to municipalities to support local infrastructure projects in five municipalities and the County of […]

Walk the Block receives My Main Street support to draw visitors and increase local vibrancy in Kingsville The Town of Kingsville is pleased to announce that our Walk the Block was selected for My Main Street Community Activator support for a multi-faceted, collaborative initiative that promotes community connection by encouraging residents and […]

The Jack Miner Migratory Bird Foundation is pleased to announce St. Clair College Alumni Association’s 5-year event sponsorship of Jack Miner’s Migration Festival totalling $25,000. This new funding support will enhance the Sanctuary’s ability to deliver one of Windsor-Essex’s most beloved free family-friendly annual festivals, Migration Festival, which serves as […]

At the Leamington Council meeting of Tuesday, October 8, 2024, Council will: Consider adopting policy COM-2024-01 – Social Media including Appendices I and II. Consider adopting the 2024-2029 Multi-Year Accessibility Plan. Hold a public meeting under the Drainage Act to consider: Brunato Drain, Section 4 New Petition Drain Hold a […]

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 […]

The Town of Kingsville is committed to ensuring residents can enjoy their properties. Its Lighting and Odour Nuisance By-Law (By-Law 96-2020) requires every landowner or occupier to prevent light from plant cultivation from causing inconvenience to others by shining onto neighbouring properties or into the night sky. As the days grow shorter, […]

Fire Prevention Week is October 6th – 12th Kingsville Fire and Rescue has teamed up with the National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®) to educate everyone about the importance of having working smoke alarms in the home. This year’s theme is “Smoke alarms: Make them work for you!” According to NFPA, smoke alarms reduce the […]

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 […]

TOWN OF KINGSVILLE REGULAR MEETING OF COUNCIL AGENDA Monday, October 7, 2024 6:00 – 10:00 PM Unico Community Centre 37 Beech Street Kingsville, ON N9Y 1A9 ~ This news release has been revised to include an Addendum Agenda ~ The Agenda for the October 7, 2024 Council meeting is available […]

Kingsville is accepting applications for its Community Grant Fund, which provides financial assistance to organizations that benefit the general public. The deadline to apply is November 30. Applicants must be a registered charitable organization, registered not-for-profit organization, or volunteer group to qualify. Funding categories include: Social and community services Seniors or […]

Council will review the following applications at its October 7, 2024 meeting: 175 Wigle Avenue: An application for a draft plan of subdivision. The owner is proposing a residential subdivision consisting of twenty-eight (28) lots for fifty-six (56) semi-detached dwelling units, two (2) blocks for natural heritage protection, and a pedestrian […]

At the Leamington Council meeting of Tuesday, September 24, 2024, Council: Received a progress report regarding the Records and Information Management System implementation. Approved the draft 2025 Fee Schedule for the Municipality of Leamington. Approved new provisions for the Fees and Charges By-law. Authorized an agreement with St. Clair College […]

TOWN OF KINGSVILLE Special Closed Meeting of Council Agenda Wednesday, October 2, 2024 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. The Grovedale Arts & Culture Centre 103 Park Street  Kingsville, ON N9Y 0E7 The Agenda for the October 2, 2024 Council meeting is available on our website. View the meeting via Livestream […]

New funding will help not-for-profits and municipalities provide additional supports for agri-food workers The governments of Canada and Ontario are investing up to $1.5 million over four years to create a more welcoming environment for international agri-food workers (IAWs) who work in Ontario’s $51 billion agri-food sector and provide them […]

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, […]

TOWN OF KINGSVILLE Special Closed Meeting of Council Agenda Monday, September 30, 2024 6:00 – 9:00 PM Unico Community Centre 37 Beech Street Kingsville, ON N9Y 1A9 The Agenda for the September 30, 2024 Council meeting is available on our website. View the meeting via Livestream at the time of […]

The Town of Kingsville has prepared a Draft Short-Term Rental (STR) By-law that would license the short-term rental market in our community. Council will consider this By-law at an upcoming Council meeting in the Fall. Administration held a Public Information Meeting on September 24, 2024 to present the main aspects […]

At its September 23, 2024 meeting, Council: Adopted: The Engineer’s Report prepared by Rood Engineering dated March 20, 2024, for new access for parcel 390-03502 under Section 78 of the Drainage Act. The Engineer’s Report prepared by N.J. Peralta Engineering dated July 19, 2024, on the 7th Concession Drain for […]

Our Glow Night Kingsville Block Party happened on Saturday, September 21st, 2024, at the intersection of King and Chestnut. Please take our survey and let us know your thoughts about the event, or why you decided to skip it. Your feedback will help inform future planning.

At the Leamington Council meeting of Tuesday, September 24, 2024, Council will: Consider a report regarding a request for an exemption to the Pool Standards By-law to reduce the minimum setback between the pool enclosure and the swimming pool from the required 1.22 metres to 0.52 metres. Consider a progress […]

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 […]

The Town of Kingsville is holding a Public Information Meeting at Grovedale Arts & Culture Centre on Tuesday, September 24, 2024, from 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm to present a summary of the main aspects of the Draft Short Term Rental By-law, and obtain public input. Council will discuss and make […]

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 […]

We have been informed that September 25th to November 5th, Essex Road 18 – both north and south of Highway 3 will be closed to facilitate the reconstruction of the intersection to its final configuration. All work will be completed while maintaining traffic in both directions on Highway 3. During […]

TOWN OF KINGSVILLE REGULAR MEETING OF COUNCIL AGENDA Monday, September 23, 2024 6:00 – 10:00 PM Unico Community Centre 37 Beech Street Kingsville, ON N9Y 1A9 Addendum published to add a report regarding the award of a tender for the Cottam Community Centre. The Agenda for the September 23, 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 […]

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 […]

The Town of Kingsville has provided new updates for its “Future of the School Properties” project on its citizen engagement portal, HaveYourSayKingsville.ca, including property appraisal reports for 170 Main Street East and 36 Water Street, a ‘Mayor’s Vision’ Presentation from the September 16, 2024 Committee of the Whole meeting, and a […]

At the Leamington Council meeting of Tuesday, September 10, 2024, Council: Authorized the lifecycle replacement of 37 Motorola Minitor pagers through Kelcom in the amount of $18,343, excluding applicable taxes, and funded the purchase through the Fire Services Reserve. Approved the purchase and installation of replacement radio system hardware through […]

Test Your Smoke Alarm Day Takes Place September 28 Across Ontario Kingsville’s Fire & Rescue is calling on all residents to test their smoke alarms on September 28 as part of Test Your Smoke Alarm Day. Be prepared to be Saved by the Beep with a working smoke alarm – it is your […]

The Municipality of Leamington is seeking an applicant to fill one (1) Board of Director position on the Essex Power Corporation (EPC) Board of Directors for a four (4) year term commencing January 1, 2025, and ending December 31, 2028. Essex Power Corporation is a dynamic energy company that provides safe, […]

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 […]

The Municipality of Leamington is set to begin road resurfacing efforts starting Monday, September 30, 2024. The following areas are scheduled for milling and paving: Clark Street East (from Erie Street North to Victoria Avenue) Camelot Avenue (from Marlborough Street East to Oak Street East) Westmoreland Avenue (from Talbot Street West to Oak […]

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, […]

COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE AGENDA Monday, September 16, 2024 Unico Community Centre 37 Beech Street Kingsville, ON N9Y 1A9 The Town of Kingsville’s Meeting of the Committee of the Whole will take place on September 16th from 6 p.m. – 10 p.m. Agenda (PDF): Agenda Package – Committee of the […]

The Municipality of Leamington is pleased to announce the expansion of LT-Go Transit service hours to include Sundays. LT-Go Transit will now add transit services on Sundays from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM, offering continuous service seven days a week. This service extension is part of Leamington’s commitment to enhancing […]

A cement truck has spilled along Main Street West and up Queen Street. We’re aware of this issue and have contacted the cement company. Staff are providing support to get it cleaned as quickly as possible. Please avoid the area.

At its September 9, 2024 meeting, Council: Approved: A Zoning By-Law application with certain uses for 2014 Road 3 A Consent application for lot creation and easement for storm sewer at 719 Seacliff Drive Directed Administration to apply $10,000 from its 2024 operating budget to fund its 2024 commitment to the […]

The Leamington 150 Anniversary Committee, in partnership with the Leamington & District Half Century Centre and supported by the Municipality of Leamington, is happy to announce two upcoming all-ages card tournaments in celebration of Leamington’s 150th Anniversary. A Euchre Tournament will take place on Saturday, September 14, 2024, followed by […]

The Town of Kingsville is excited to announce its next Kingsville Block Party happens on Saturday, September 21, 2024. This is our last Block Party of the summer! Join us at the intersection of King and Chestnut from 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm. This month’s theme is “Glow Night” and will feature […]

At the Leamington Council meeting of Tuesday, September 10, 2024, Council will: Consider authorizing the lifecycle replacement of 37 Motorola Minitor pagers through Kelcom in the amount of $18,343 excluding applicable taxes and fund the purchase through the Fire Services Reserve. Consider the purchase and installation of replacement radio system […]

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 […]

TOWN OF KINGSVILLE REGULAR MEETING OF COUNCIL AGENDA Monday, September 9, 2024 6:00 – 10:00 PM Unico Community Centre 37 Beech Street Kingsville, ON N9Y 1A9 The Agenda for the September 9, 2024 Council meeting is available on our website. View the meeting via Livestream at the time of the […]

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, […]

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 […]

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, […]

Recycling will be picked up on Thursday this week due to the Labour Day holiday which fell this Monday. That means you should put your red and blue boxes out on Wednesday night, September 4th for Thursday morning this week or have it out by 6 a.m. on Thursday. A […]

$117,500 Raised in Support of the John McGivney Children’s Centre The John McGivney Children’s Centre (JMCC) is thrilled to announce that this year’s Brad and Joanne Stannard Memorial Pie Auction held August 29th at the Harrow Fair has raised a record-breaking $117,500. These funds will directly support the Centre’s mission […]

At the Leamington Council meeting of Tuesday, August 27, 2024, Council: Deferred an application to redesignate 806 and 810 Mersea Road 4 from Highway 77 Commercial Corridor to Agricultural, and to rezone 806 Mersea Road 4 to an Agricultural General Zone and 810 Mersea Road 4 to an Agricultural General […]

Please note the following municipal service level adjustments on Labour Day, Monday, September 2, 2024: Leamington Municipal Building The Leamington Municipal Building will be closed on Labour Day. Residents can continue to report non-urgent municipal issues online at leamington.ca/reportanissue. Nature Fresh Farms Recreation Centre The Nature Fresh Farms Recreation Centre […]

Council will review the following applications at its September 9, 2024 meeting: 2014 Road 3 East: An application for a Zoning By-Law Amendment. The applicant wants to change the zoning designation to support a future site plan approval to let the existing micro-brewery operate as an agriculture-related use and add additional accessory […]

The Blue/Red Box Recycling Program is transitioning to a Producer model. The Essex-Windsor Solid Waste Authority (EWSWA) is looking to remind its residents to continue to show their same commitment to recycling and participate. Residents should follow these program tips to continue to receive collection: Set-out recycling by 6 am […]

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 […]

At the Leamington Council meeting of Tuesday, August 27, 2024, Council will: Hold a Public Meeting under the Planning Act to consider: An application regarding an Official Plan Amendment to redesignate 806 and 810 Mersea Road 4 from Highway 77 Commercial Corridor to Agricultural. The Application also seeks to rezone […]

Construction on Main Street at Jasperson is nearing completion. Asphalt installation is expected to start the week of August 26th. Once complete, line painting and minor restoration will follow. For more details about the project, visit our HaveYourSayKingsville project page: Westbound Right Hand Turn Lane Main and Jasperson.

MPP Anthony Leardi has taken a public position on drug injection sites. “I am 100% opposed to locating any drug injection sites in Essex County,” says Anthony Leardi, who is also the Parliamentary Assistant to the Minister of Health. “We don’t need more drug injection sites, we need less. I […]

Kingsville Fire & Rescue would like to remind you that it’s important to take proper precautions when using devices powered by lithium-ion batteries. Lithium-ion batteries supply power to many kinds of devices including smart phones, laptops, e-bikes, smoke alarms, and toys. But if misused or damaged, they can catch fire […]

Our Country Night Kingsville Block Party happened on Saturday, August 17, 2024, at the intersection of King and Chestnut. Please take our survey and let us know your thoughts about the event, or why you decided to skip it. Your feedback will help inform future planning. Our final Block Party of the […]

At its August 12, 2024 meeting, Council: Adopted Engineer’s Reports for: Improvements to the Upper Portion of the 4th Concession Road Drain for the MTO Widening Project Improvements to the Upper Portion of the No. 5 Drain for the MTO Widening Project Approved final acceptance and assumption of the roadway […]

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 […]

At the Leamington Council meeting of Tuesday, August 13, 2024, Council: Deferred consideration on an application to create a surplus dwelling lot located at 2219 County Road 14 and rezone the severed lot and the retained parcel to the August 27, 2024, meeting of Council. Approved an application to allow […]