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 […]
Town & County News
Town of Kingsville’s ‘Walk the Block’ to Take Place this Fall
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 […]
Migration Fest To Receive $25K From St. Clair Alumni
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 […]
Leamington Council Considers – October 8, 2024
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 […]
Construction and Road Closures Update – October 7, 2024
County Road 15 will be closed between County Road 11 and County Road 18 for bridge rehabilitation work beginning Aug. 13 for approximately 14 weeks. County Road 18 will be closed between County Road 11 and County Road 9 for a culvert replacement beginning Sept. 23 for approximately four weeks. County Road […]
Lighting Nuisance Concerns Expected to Rise With Change in Season
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, […]
Board Game Café — Drop-in Thursday, October 10
The Town of Kingsville is excited to hold another Board Game Café at the Grovedale Arts & Culture Centre on Thursday, October 10, 2024, from 7:00 – 9:00 pm. Whether you’re a board game enthusiast, looking to discover new games, or just interested in a social evening with like-minded people, […]
Kingsville Fire and Rescue Reminds Residents About Fire Prevention Week
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 […]
County Council Highlights for Oct. 2, 2024
Deputy Warden Encourages Residents to Visit their Libraries Essex County Library branches are community hubs that provide multiple avenues for discovery and learning to residents, Deputy Warden Joe Bachetti said in his opening remarks to council Wednesday. “As chair of the Essex County Library Board, nothing makes me prouder than […]
October 7 Kingsville Town Council Meeting Agenda Is Online
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 Community Grant Fund Now Accepting Applications
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 […]
Planning Items for Review at October 7 Kingsville Council Meeting
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 […]
Leamington Council Matters – September 24, 2024
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 […]
Kingsville Town Council to Hold Special Closed Meeting Oct. 2
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 […]
Ontario Investing To Attract And Retain International Agri-Food Workers
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 […]
Essex County Council Meeting Notice for Oct. 2, 2024
There will be a meeting of Essex County Council on Wednesday, October 2, 2024, which is scheduled to commence at 6:00 PM. As permitted pursuant to By-law 2024-26, being a by-law to provide rules governing the order and proceedings of the Council of the Corporation of the County of Essex, […]
Kingsville Town Council to Hold Special Closed Meeting Sept. 30
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 […]
Have Your Say Kingsville – Draft Short Term Rental Bylaw Now Online
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 […]
Town of Kingsville Council Brief from September 23, 2024 Meeting
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 […]
HaveYourSay – September 21st Kingsville Block Party Event Feedback
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.
Leamington Council Considers – September 24, 2024
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 […]
Kingsville Honours National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation commemorates the survivors and victims of residential schools, their families and communities. The first observance of a National Day for Truth and Reconciliation was held on September 30, 2021, following the identification of unmarked burials at former Indian Residential School sites. Recognizing this day was […]
Essex County Construction and Road Closures Update — Sept. 23, 2024
County Road 15 will be closed between County Road 11 and County Road 18 for bridge rehabilitation work beginning Aug. 13 for approximately 14 weeks. County Road 18 will be closed between County Road 11 and County Road 9 for a culvert replacement beginning Sept. 23 for approximately four weeks. County Road […]
Public Information Meeting on Draft ‘Short Term Rental Licensing By-law’
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 […]
Closure on County Road 31 Starts Monday
County Road 31 will be closed between County Road 8 and County Road 14 starting Monday, Sept. 23, 2024, for culvert work. The culvert is just south of County Road 8 and no traffic will be able to get through during construction. Local traffic can access County Road 31 from […]
Temporary Closure of Essex Road 18 at Hwy 3 for Widening Project
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 […]
Updated: September 23 Kingsville Council Meeting Agenda Online
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 […]
County Council Highlights for Sept. 18, 2024
Warden Celebrates Good News for Local Hospitals Recent donations and developments at local hospitals illustrate the Windsor-Essex region’s commitment to building a strong, comprehensive and integrated health-care system, Warden Hilda MacDonald said in her opening remarks at Wednesday’s meeting of Essex County Council. The warden earlier in the week attended […]
Update: County Road 22 Corridor Enhancement Project
The County of Essex in consultation with the Municipality of Lakeshore is modifying the design of the County Road 22 corridor enhancement project in response to feedback received from the public and will hold another Public Consultation Centre to seek input on the changes. Council supported a plan presented by the […]
Update to School Property Project on Have Your Say Kingsville
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 […]
Leamington Council Matters – September 10, 2024
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 […]
Kingsville Fire and Rescue Encourages Residents to be ‘Saved by the Beep’
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 […]
Leamington Seeks Applications For Essex Power Corp. Board of Directors
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, […]
Essex County Construction and Road Closures Update – Sept. 13, 2024
The intersection of County Road 9 and County Road 10 is now open and is operating with two way stopping control. County Road 9 will be reduced to one lane between North Side Road and County Road 10 beginning July for approximately six weeks. Please obey temporary traffic signals and exercise caution in […]
Notice Of Leamington Road Resurfacing Projects
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 […]
Essex County Council Regular Meeting Notice for September 18, 2024
There will be a meeting of Essex County Council on Wednesday, September 18, 2024, which is scheduled to commence at 6:00 PM. As permitted pursuant to By-law 2024-26, being a by-law to provide rules governing the order and proceedings of the Council of the Corporation of the County of Essex, […]
Town of Kingsville Committee of the Whole September 16 Agenda Online
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 […]
Leamington Transit Service Now Available On Sundays
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 […]
Cement Spill at Main West and Queen
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.
Kingsville Council Brief from September 9, 2024 Meeting
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 […]
Leamington Celebrations Feature Euchre And Pepper Tournaments
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 […]
Next Kingsville Block Party is Saturday, September 21st
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 […]
Leamington Council Considers – September 10, 2024
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 […]
County Council Highlights for Sept. 4, 2024
Come to the Outdoor Accessibility Fest-for-All, Warden Urges Warden Hilda MacDonald, in her opening remarks at Wednesday’s Essex County Council meeting, encouraged everyone to visit the first-ever Outdoor Accessibility Fest-for-All on Sept. 13. The free public event hosted by the Essex County Accessibility Advisory Committee will be held at Colchester […]
September 9 Kingsville Town Council Meeting Agenda Is Online
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 Advances Regional Interests at AMO Conference
County of Essex delegations recently met with Ontario government officials to advocate on three issues of importance to the region. The presentations were made in Ottawa at the 2024 Association of Municipalities of Ontario Conference. The conference, held Aug. 18-21, was attended by more than 3,300 municipal leaders, government officials, […]
Outdoor Accessibility Fest-for-All on September 13
The public is invited to a fun and interactive outdoor experience for those of all abilities hosted by the Essex County Accessibility Advisory Committee. Come to the Outdoor Accessibility Fest-for-All! Friday, Sept. 13, 2024 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Colchester Park, County Road 50, Essex, Ontario The festival in the beautiful […]
Essex County Council Meeting Notice for September 4, 2024
There will be a meeting of Essex County Council on Wednesday, September 4, 2024, which is scheduled to commence at 6:00 PM. As permitted pursuant to By-law 2024-26, being a by-law to provide rules governing the order and proceedings of the Council of the Corporation of the County of Essex, […]
Recycling to Be Collected a Day Later This Week
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 […]
Harrow Fair Pie Auction Shatters Record
$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 […]
Leamington Council Matters – August 27, 2024
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 […]
Municipality of Leamington Announces Labour Day Hours
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 […]
Planning Items for Review at September 9, 2024 Council Meeting
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 […]
Changes to Blue/Red Box Recycling Program Beginning August 28th, 2024
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 […]
Residents Invited to Complete Affordable Housing Survey
The County of Essex and City of Windsor are developing a Regional Affordable Housing Strategy in consultation with local municipalities and are inviting residents to provide input through a survey. SHS Consulting has been hired to assist and, as a first step, is conducting a survey of Essex County and […]
Leamington Council Considers – August 27, 2024
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 […]
Main Street at Jasperson Construction Update
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.
Leardi Opposes Drug Injection Sites, Advocates For Compassionate Care
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 Reminds Public of Lithium-Ion Battery Safety
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 […]
HaveYourSay – August 17th Kingsville Block Party Event Feedback
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 […]
Kingsville Council Brief from August 12, 2024 Meeting
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 […]
County Council Highlights for August 14, 2024
Warden Applauds Summer Events in Essex County With so many events to attend and enjoy, summer is a great time to be in Essex County, Warden Hilda MacDonald said in her opening remarks at Wednesday’s council meeting. “This past weekend, we celebrated our agricultural history at the Essex County Steam […]
Leamington Council Matters – August 13, 2024
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 […]
Leamington Council Considers – August 13, 2024
At the Leamington Council meeting of Tuesday, August 13, 2024, Council will: Hold a Public Meeting under the Planning Act to consider: An application to create a surplus dwelling lot located at 2219 County Road 14 and rezone the severed lot from Agricultural Hobby Farm to Agricultural Residential Zone. The […]
Notice of Public Meeting: Proposed New Official Plan
Purpose Essex County Council will hold a statutory public meeting, pursuant to Section 26(3) of the Planning Act, R.S.O., 1990, as amended, for the purposes of discussing the proposed new Official Plan. The public meeting will be held as follows: Thursday, September 5, 2024 at 6 p.m. County of Essex Council Chambers, […]
Essex County Construction and Road Closures Update – August 9, 2024
The intersection of County Road 9 and County Road 10 is open and operating with two-way stopping control. County Road 9 will be reduced to one lane between North Side Road and County Road 10 beginning July 5 for approximately six weeks. Please obey temporary traffic signals and exercise caution in the area. County Road […]
Public Notice of Pesticide Use Starting August 20, 2024
The Town of Kingsville intends to control Phragmites along all rural roads in the Municipality. Commencing August 20, 2024, weather permitting to September 29, 2024. We are controlling Phragmites under the Public Works exemption to the Cosmetic Pesticide Ban for the promotion of public health or safety and to remove […]
August 14, 2024 Essex County Council Meeting Notice
There will be a meeting of Essex County Council on Wednesday, August 14, 2024, which is scheduled to commence at 6:00 PM. As permitted pursuant to By-law 2024-26, being a by-law to provide rules governing the order and proceedings of the Council of the Corporation of the County of Essex, […]
August 12 Kingsville Town Council Meeting Agenda Is Online
TOWN OF KINGSVILLE REGULAR MEETING OF COUNCIL AGENDA Monday, August 12, 2024 6:00 – 10:00 PM Unico Community Centre 37 Beech Street Kingsville, ON N9Y 1A9 The Agenda for the August 12, 2024 Council meeting is available on our website. View the meeting via Livestream at the time of the […]
Next Kingsville Block Party Saturday, August 17, 2024
The Town of Kingsville is excited to announce its next Kingsville Block Party happens on Saturday, August 17, 2024. Join us at the intersection of King and Chestnut from 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm. This month’s theme is “Country Night” and includes fun activities like mechanical bull rides for $10, and live […]
Items for Review at August 20 Committee of Adjustment and Appeals
The Committee of Adjustment and Appeals will review the following application at its August 20, 2024 meeting: 79 Victoria Avenue: The applicant is proposing the construction of an Additional Dwelling Unit. As a result, the applicant is requesting to increase the maximum lot coverage of accessory buildings from 12% to 16%. A-2024-7 […]
Recycling a Day Later This Week
Recycling is a day later this week for Kingsville because of Civic Holiday. That means you need to put your red and blue boxes out on Wednesday night, August 7th for Thursday morning this week. The next recycling day two weeks from now will be back to the regular schedule […]
Revved Up For A Cause: Thousands Roll Into Town For Hogs For Hospice
Saturday, August 3 saw thousands of bikes cruise into Kingsville as part of this year’s Hogs for Hospice. Dubbed the ‘2024 Tour the Tip’ event, participants in Canada’s southernmost motorcycle rally made their way to Main Street around noon for a lively block party. Riders and pedestrians mingled in the […]
Leamington Extends LT-Go Transit Hours This Weekend
The Municipality of Leamington is pleased to announce that it will extend its LT-Go Transit operating hours this weekend to accommodate concert-goers attending the Hogs for Hospice Motorcycle Rally concert events on Friday, August 2, and Saturday, August 3, 2024. To ensure safe and efficient transportation, LT-Go Transit will operate […]
Have Your Say Kingsville on the Future of School Properties
The Town of Kingsville has added a new project on its HaveYourSayKingsville.ca citizen engagement portal to discuss the future of the three closed school properties. If and when the school board lists these properties for sale, Kingsville Town Council will have to make an important decision: Should the municipality “buy” or “not […]
Leamington’s Rick Atkin Park To Undergo Major Renewal Project
The Municipality of Leamington is excited to announce a major renewal project for Rick Atkin Park, a cherished community space located along Robson Road adjacent to the Leamington Marina and the waterfront promenade. This project aims to enhance the park’s accessibility, functionality, and overall visitor experience with various upgrades. This […]
Notice Of Temporary Road Closures – Hogs For Hospice
The Hogs for Hospice Motorcycle Rally will be taking place in Leamington from Friday, August 2, to Sunday, August 4, 2024. In light of the scheduled events, there will be temporary road closures throughout the weekend. Road Closures: The following roads will be closed from Friday, August 2, through Sunday, […]
Essex County Construction and Road Closures Update – July 26, 2024
The intersection of County Road 9 and County Road 10 is open and operating with two-way stopping control. County Road 9 will be reduced to one lane between North Side Road and County Road 10 beginning July 5 for approximately six weeks. Please obey temporary traffic signals and exercise caution in the area. (Map […]
Leamington Council Matters – July 23, 2024
At the Leamington Council meeting of Tuesday, July 23, 2024, Council: Supported the Ellison Avenue Plan of Subdivision and forwarded conditions for draft plan approval to the County of Essex and approved a Zoning By-law Amendment to rezone lands located within the subdivision. Authorized a three-year use of space agreement […]
Leamington Council Considers – July 23, 2024
At the Leamington Council meeting of Tuesday, July 23, 2024, Council will: Hold a Public Meeting under the Planning Act to consider a proposed Plan of Subdivision on vacant land located on the east side of Ellison Avenue which would rezone the subdivision to site-specific Residential Zone with relief requested […]
HaveYourSay – July 20th Kingsville Block Party Event Feedback
Our last Kingsville Block Party happened on Saturday, July 20, 2024, at the intersection of King and Chestnut. Did you make it out? If so, we want to hear from you! Please take our survey and let us know your thoughts about the event. Your feedback will help inform future planning.
Scott Moore Appointed As New Kingsville Fire Chief
The Town of Kingsville is pleased to announce that Scott Moore will be its next Fire Chief. Moore is a long-time Kingsville resident and has served the Kingsville community for over 18 years in various positions including Volunteer Firefighter, Fire Prevention Officer, and most recently as Assistant Deputy Chief. “Scott […]
Workplace Injury Results In $65K Fine For Leamington Company
A Leamington company has been found guilty of failing to shore the walls of a trench as required under section 34(1) of Regulation 213/91 of the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) which resulted in a workplace injury. South Essex Fabricating Inc., a fabricator of commercial greenhouse structures and pre-engineered buildings, was […]
Essex County Construction and Road Closures Update – July 18, 2024
The intersection of County Road 9 and County Road 10 is open and operating with two-way stopping control. County Road 9 will be reduced to one lane between North Side Road and County Road 10 beginning July 5 for approximately six weeks. (Map ID#1) County Road 50 remains closed between County Road 13 (Erie Road) […]
Downtown Vacancy Report 2024
Administration has recently conducted a downtown vacancy study to assess the state of our rural main streets. The first study was conducted during the summer of 2017, the second in the summer of 2022, and the most recent assessment completed during the spring of 2024. The Town of Essex has […]
County Council Highlights for July 17, 2024
Warden Applauds County’s History and Partnerships Essex County has much to celebrate as it marks 232 years this week, Warden Hilda MacDonald said in her opening remarks at Wednesday’s Essex County Council meeting. “Since it was created on July 16, 1792, Essex County has grown by tens of thousands of […]
Notice – Indemnity Deposit Refund
Persons holding an outstanding Building Department Permit issued by the Town of Kingsville prior to January 18, 2017 must notify the Planning and Development Services Department in person, on or before January 18, 2025 if they wish to inquire about a refund of any Indemnity Deposit balance being held. An […]
Committee of Adjustment and Appeals Meets July 16, 2024
The Corporation of the Town of Kingsville Committee of Adjustment and Appeals Agenda Tuesday, July 16, 2024 Unico Community Centre 37 Beech Street Kingsville, ON N9Y 1A9 Accessible formats or communication supports are available upon request. Contact the Clerk at atoole@kingsville.ca or by calling 519-733-2305. Agenda (PDF): Agenda Package – CADJ_Jul16_2024.pdf […]
Essex County Construction and Road Closures Update – July 12, 2024
The intersection of County Road 9 and County Road 10 is open and operating with two-way stopping control. County Road 9 will be reduced to one lane between North Side Road and County Road 10 beginning July 5 for approximately six weeks. (Map ID#1) County Road 50 remains closed between County Road 13 (Erie Road) […]
July 15 Town of Kingsville Special Council Meeting Agenda Online
TOWN OF KINGSVILLE REGULAR MEETING OF COUNCIL AGENDA Monday, July 15, 2024 6:00 – 10:00 PM Unico Community Centre 37 Beech Street Kingsville, ON N9Y 1A9 The Agenda for the July 15, 2024 Special Council meeting is available on our website. For information pertaining to this agenda or to arrange […]
July 17, 2024 Essex County Council Meeting Notice
There will be a meeting of Essex County Council on Wednesday, July 17, 2024, which is scheduled to commence at 6:00 PM. As permitted pursuant to By-law 2024-26, being a by-law to provide rules governing the order and proceedings of the Council of the Corporation of the County of Essex, […]
Bridge Replacement on Road 11 Starting July 17, 2024
The Town of Kingsville is replacing a bridge on Road 11. The work will require Road 11 to close between Albuna Townline (County Road 31) and Graham Side Road. The work begins July 17, 2024 and is expected to last until August 21, 2024. During construction, the road/bridge will be […]
Leamington Council Matters – July 9, 2024
At the Leamington Council meeting of Tuesday, July 9, 2024, Council: Authorized improvements to the Jacob Fox Drain. Approved an Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment application to permit an additional dwelling unit to be located in the detached accessory building on the property at 1900 Deer Run Road. Approved […]
Leamington Celebrates 150th With Summer Concert Series
The Municipality of Leamington, in partnership with The Bank Theatre and the Leamington 150 Anniversary Committee, is happy to announce the 2024 lineup for the Music Onthe42 Summer Concert Series. This year’s series, in celebration of Leamington’s 150th anniversary, promises to be a memorable celebration of local music and community […]
Kingsville Council Brief – July 8, 2024
At its July 8, 2024 meeting, Council: Adopted Engineer’s Reports for: Improvements to the Moroun Pumping Station. Improvements to the 8th Concession Drain for the MTO’s Highway 3 Widening Project. A culvert extension at the 9th Concession Drain for the MTO’s Highway 3 Widening Project Improvements to the Cottam Sideroad […]
Next Kingsville Block Party Saturday, July 20, 2024
The Town of Kingsville is excited to announce its next Kingsville Block Party happens on Saturday, July 20, 2024. Join us at the intersection of King and Chestnut from 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm. This month’s theme is “Christmas in July” and includes fun activities like giant Lego with Creative Club, Fantasy […]
Leamington Council Considers – July 9, 2024
At the Leamington Council meeting of Tuesday, July 9, 2024, Council will: Hold a Public Meeting under the Drainage Act to consider authorizing improvements to the Jacob Fox Drain. Hold a Public Meeting under the Planning Act to consider: An application for an Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment to […]
UWSS Environmental Study Report Available To Public June 27 – July 27
Leamington Celebrates 150th With Interactive LEGO Mosaic
The Leamington 150 Anniversary Committee, in partnership with Greater Essex ETFO Local, Greater Essex County Occasional Teachers Local, and UE Enclosures, is thrilled to announce an exciting event to celebrate Leamington’s 150th anniversary. Supported by the Municipality of Leamington, this interactive multi-generational LEGO mosaic event will take place at the Essex […]
Essex County Construction and Road Closures Update – July 5, 2024
The intersection of County Road 9 and County Road 10 will open on July 8, operating with two way stopping control due to ongoing construction of the quarry access culvert. County Road 9 will be reduced to one lane between North Side Road and County Road 10 beginning July 5 for approximately six weeks. […]