Council only moved forward with first and second reading July 5th- the bylaw is coming back to council for 3rd reading July 19th. There is still time to send us your feedback. I am interested in hearing from those for and against fireworks so we can balance the desire of… Read More »Fireworks Bylaw- Seeking Feedback.
Another packed agenda- 378 pages! Here is a sneak peak of some highlights, to view the full agenda click the link below. You can also follow along on YouTube- The Town of Essex. Reports from Administration10.1. Economic Development-2021-08 20RE: Essex Tourism Events Fund Applications That Economic Development-2021-08 entitled Essex Tourism… Read More »Agenda Tee-Up: Regular Council Meeting, Monday, July 5, 2021 6:00 p.m.
Speeding is a top complaint- it is time to take it seriously. Before the start of this term of council speeding was high on the list of complaints, so much so that I had it as one of my 5 issues on my election literature. Recently I sponsored SLOW DOWN… Read More »Discussion on Traffic Enforcement Improvements: Not Welcomed by Essex Mayor
Today Kara and I got to tour the brand new Homestead Heritage Centre! It is a fabulous education/exhibit space with accessible washrooms for visitors, tourists and students. This new cultural space will create a tourism gateway and complement the region’s growing cycling infrastructure. The Heritage Centre includes a Welcome Space/Tourism… Read More »John R. Park Homestead Heritage Hub Reveal
Monday Council has a special meeting at 5:00, follow along on our YouTube Channel, https://www.youtube.com/user/EssexOntario “The Windsor Essex Approach• Plan is being guided by the Regional CSWB Systems Leadership Table and the Enhanced Sector Network.• Will create a Regional Plan that includes regional recommendations as well as appendices for each… Read More »Notice of Special Council Meeting: Community Safety and Well-Being Project, Monday, July 5, 2021 5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m
At this time, the road base on County road 50 from County Road 13 to Collison Road, a total of 11.3km is identified as a road that needs repair within 1-3 years. The proposed road rehabilitation strategy is based on the condition of the road base as it relates to… Read More »Multi-Year Rehabilitation Plan (County Road 50)& Culvert Replacement
June 21st Mr. Danelon came to council, watch the full discussion on Youtube, Essex Ontario starting at the 16:40 minute mark. Please watch the full discussion and all the questions by council. Mark Danelon, Chief Financial Officer, Director Stakeholders Relations,E.L.K. Energy Inc. 2020 Consolidated Financial Statements That the presentation of… Read More »ELK Presents Audited Financial Statements to Essex Council
Drop off your empties and support the Colchester Guardian this summer! Drop them in the wagon at 255 Wellington in Harrow. Colchester Guardian Rescue Inc. is a non-profit organization that provides a marine rescue service dedicated to saving lives and safe boating activities. Our objectives are: To prevent loss of… Read More »Colchester Guardian Empty Drive Fundraiser
Speeding continues to be a top complaint in our municipality. I encourage residents to continue to call the OPP non-emergency line to increase enforcement in problem areas. In addition, I have sponsored half of the cost of some, “Please Slow Down” signs which are available for 5 dollars on my… Read More »Join the Campaign Against Speeding: Neighbors Don’t Speed on Neighbors
Work has begun on a Request for Proposal to have an audit report completed with costing on the status of the facility. Email me if you want to be part of a team that crosses the finish line with regards to a community hub in Harrow! sbondy@essex.ca It is time… Read More »CALL OUT FOR COMMUNITY MEMBERS TO CREATE A COMMUNITY HUB Community Hands on – Private Developers Hands OFF the Former Harrow High School!
At this Statutory Public Meeting, Council hears representations from the public in regards to the merits and concerns related to the proposed addition of new zoning by-law regulations related to the provision of Short Term Rentals (STR) Council does not make a decision at this time. Some highlights of the… Read More »Notice of Special Council Meeting: Rezoning for Short Term Rentals, Monday, June 21, 2021 4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Grove, Crew, ELK and Secondary Dwelling Units Oh My! It is another packed agenda, 424 pages! I listed some highlights here but please check out the full agenda on the town website. https://calendar.essex.ca/meetings/Detail/2021-06-21-1800-Regular-Council-Meeting/56cc7342-22ad-4f9b-b96a-ad4a01037484 Public Presentations: Ron McDermott: At the May 31, 2021 Special Council Meeting, Council nominated Ron “Tout” McDermott… Read More »Agenda Tee Up: Regular Council Meeting, Monday, June 21, 2021 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.