Essex Police Services Board learns about Youth Diversion, gets 12 Good Samaritan submissions
Firefighter Steven Whitfield receives assistance during an equipment demonstration from (left to right) Mabel Wiley, Ewart Wiley, and Tyler Greenen.
If the size of the crowd was any indication, it
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The opportunity to have an up-close experience with fire and rescue equipment, along with a hearty breakfast and sunny skies, proved to be a winning combination for the Kingsville Fire Fest Celebration, which took place on Saturday, September 10 at Ridgeview Park in Cottam. This was the second edition of this event following its launch in 2021.
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“When people think of firefighters, they often picture us dealing with home fires, but that is only part of what we do. Besides structural fires, we also perform water and ice rescues, as well as tiered response with EMS.”
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Hosted by Kingsville Fire & Rescue as a community education initiative, this morning event showcased several of the department’s vehicles. This included four pumper engines, two rescue trucks, a ladder truck and a rescue boat. Attendees had an opportunity to experience these vehicles first hand, as well as meet with local firefighters who provided demonstrations and answered questions.
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Future firefighter Cora Gagnier.
The festival opened up with a breakfast fundraiser, with local firefighters taking on the kitchen duties. According to Kingsville Fire & Rescue Administrator Stephanie Coussens, over 100 people were served. She added that the proceeds of the breakfast will be used to help local families in need.
#3. Schinkels’ exterior was rebuilt after the explosion and served the business until the move to it’s current location.
To celebrate our 60th anniversary this year we will have six weeks of anniversary ads with some blast from the past photos. This week we look at additional different store fronts and the rebuilding of the storefront after a 1980 gas explosion changed the landscape of downtown Essex, forever. FootballSemi-Boneless Hams Football Steaks $6.99 lb Whole or Half Hams Black Forest Hams Deli-Sliced or Ham Steaks $7.99 lb HoneyBone-In Glazed Spiral Sliced Hams Made In BonelessStore• Presliced Honey Glazed Hams $599lb. $749lb. $749lb $899lb Boneless Frozen • Easy to Carve & Oven Ready! Turducken $73EA8-9Smalllbs. Boneless Turkey stuffed with Boneless, Skinless Duck, Chicken & Sausage meat $599lb Elite Stweets • 600 g Pkg Tiramisu Reg. $9.49 Frozen $799ea. Made In Store • Pre-Cooked Just Heat & Serve! TomatoRollsCabbageinSauce Reg. $6.99$599lb Made Fresh In Store JalapenoCheddarSausage Reg. $4.99$399lb Frozen • Boneless, Skinless Fillets Cod Reg. $14.49 $1299lb. Made In Store • 900g • Oven Ready! Pizza4Deluxe,Topping Reg. $9.49 $799ea. Frozen • 2.24 kg Box • 14 x 160g Skewers KabobsAllBoxesFlavours While Supplies Last Only! Save$10OFF2ndBoxMadeStoreIn CaughtWild 4 FLAVOURS • Chicken • Turkey • Roast Beef • Hamburg
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#2. Valentine’s day 1980 is a day anyone living in Essex at the time will never forget. Over the rubble of the natural gas explosion you can see the white bricks of Schinkels’ Meat Market. The building was deem structurally unsafe and had to be torn down. Amazingly the building was torn down, rebuilt and open for business on June 3.
The Lifesaving Society has been teaching water safety and water rescue in Canada since 1896.On behalf of Council,
“It is nice we have people in the community like that, who are willing to step forward and put out there what they do know,” Meloche said, noting it can be challenging to jump in and act when an emergency comes up. Council members present on ConferenceAMO
In July of 2020, Kolasa – a highly skilled Lifesaving Society Examiner Mentor – was at Holiday Harbour Resort, when a family friend called for him. A migrant worker had gone missing and was submerged.
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In January of 2020, Brett came upon a twocar accident in Windsor on her way home from work. As a former employee of the Essex Recreation Centre, she had taken the Society’s First Aid course. Utilizing her training, she tried her best to stabilize one of the driver’s head and airway, as he was slumped over and bleeding heavily. She kept the individual calm, while updating the individual on the phone
Amy Brett, Zak Kolasa receive Rescue Award of Merit Essex Council received correspondence from the Lifesaving Society of Ontario –a national, volunteer organization – that awarded Amy Brett and Zac Kolasa with a Rescue Award of Merit.
with emergency services on his“Amycondition.was quick to credit her years of training with the Town of Essex in helping her feel confident enough to step in,” the correspondence to Council noted. “The victim suffered serious injuries and faced a long recovery, but Amy’s care and assistance helped to keep him alive.”
to be. After feeling the victim with his shin, he dove down six-feet, retrieved the unconscious individual, towed him back to shore, and began compression-only CPR –as an AED or masks were not available – with the help of
Four members of Essex Council detailed their involvement with the recent Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) conference that took place in BowmanCouncillorOttawa.MorleyandCAODoug
“Oneothers.of the police officers on the scene mentioned that in all his years attending emergency scenes, he had never seen such a spontaneous, coordinated effort to reach out and help,” Newton Unfortunately,said. the individual passed.
Mayor Richard Meloche congratulated Brett and Kolasa on their courageous efforts.
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This award is presented to individuals who are involved in water-related rescues, as well as Lifesaving Society award-holders in non-aquatic rescue situations.Essex Recreation Complex staff member, Sarah Newton, and George Turnbull, a staff member for the Town of Lakeshore, presented the awards on behalf of the Lifesaving Society.
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For the love of all that is fashionable…
I am a child of the ‘90s. I love a good, well-placed rip in the jeans.
The Give And Go Sport Education documentary will assist Canadian athletes, parents, educators, sport administrators, and volunteers to better understand the healthy sport/life balance.
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Sport specialization is not only a disadvantage to children, it can prove to be a dangerous path for kids who are developing physically, socially, mentally, and emotionally.Thisbold statement is at the centre of a new documentary being created to encourage children to grow into healthy adults, both mentally and physically.
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I don’t get it. I am not sure how anyone thinks it is a good look. Heck, I am not even sure how it came back into being a trend, and yet there they are…everywhere I look.
I have always tried to not judge anyone on how they decide to brand themselves. We all have a “look” we choose, because we believe it best represents us and signals to the world the type of person we are, or at least, who we are trying to be.
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Yes, I am talking about that ghastly moustache. You know the one, that we all say reminds us of an ‘80s adult film star.
one ever looks at my getup and has had the thought, “what the heck does she have going on there?”
There are few men who call pull off that ‘stash, and my hat is off to you. It takes a lot to maintain. But most, meh. It just does not jive.
There are certain fashion types that just need to stay in the past, one is the aforementioned moustache. Others include tie-dye shirts, bellbottoms, oversized shoulder pads, those 1970s eyeglasses with the oversized lenses, and those baggy, super-oversized jeans from the ‘90s that could fit two people in them.
Oh, and one of the things that has become acceptable, but really should not be, is wearing sweats or pajammas to the grocery store. I say that, sure I have been guilty of that at some point.
I do think it is okay, however, every once in a while, to take a good look in the mirror and genuinely ask ourselves, “What do I have going on here?”
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Well, it seems the ‘80s has returned, and not in the best way. Everywhere I look, I am seeing them upon the upper lip of men everywhere, and I am just left wondering…who thinks it looks…andgood?itisnot even “Movember.”
On Monday, September 19 at 7 p.m. at the St. Clair College SportsPlex (2000 Talbot St., Windsor), the Canadian Mental Health Association, Windsor-Essex County Branch (CMHA-WECB), and Give And Go Sport Education (GGSE) will proudly present “Move At Your OwnJoiningSport.” this event will be Joe Siddall, former Major League Baseball player and currently a commentator for the Toronto Blue Jays, and multiple gold medal-winning Paralympic swimmer, Danielle Campo, who will speak about how her own multi-sport experiences shaped her legacy as an elite, world-class athlete.
“Move At Your Own Sport” will explain how the seasonal multi-sport experience is of much greater benefit to children in youth sports.
Practices (BMPs) and began as an initiative of Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) in 1992.
BMPs are developed by government and industry experts using ongoing research and best available science, and help guide farmers on the best ways to approach everything from managing pests, controlling soil erosion and proper land drainage to nutrient management planning, notill crop production and managing irrigation.
In fact, farmers are sometimes called the original environmentalists because of the many things we have long been doing to look after the land that is in our care – and the new practices we’re adopting on an ongoing basis as part of a long-term approach of continual improvement.
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Farmers more than most people have a very close relationship with the environment. We depend on air, soil, and water to grow our crops and raise our livestock, so we know first-hand how important it is to care for and nurture our natural ecosystems as best as we can.
The Ontario Federation of Agriculture (OFA) works in partnership with the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs (OMAFRA) and AAFC on BMP development and to produce detailed guidebooks for farmers on how to implement those BMPs on farms across Ontario.Many BMPs have also been incorporated into the Environmental Farm Plan (EFP), a voluntary program launched by farm organizations with support from government in 1993 to help farmers assess where and how they can make ourthewhichEFPhavefarms.improvementsenvironmentalontheirOver40,000peopleparticipatedinthesinceitslaunch,furtherhighlightsstrongcommitmentsectorhaslonghadto
always been important on our farm, where we’ve planted cover crops to build soil health and minimize erosion and built fences to keep cattle out of our creeks and streams to protect water quality. We also actively participate in environmental research projects with universities, government, and industry partners to help in the search for sustainability and climate change solutions for farmers.
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My husband and I farm in Dundas County, south of Ottawa, where we grow crops and have a small beef herd. The environment has
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AttenTION! Fall in. This is Major General, your commanding officer. His rules are law and anyone who fails to comply with them will be subjected to corporal punishment...if you get the drift. He is sometimes quick to fire if you’re not listening.
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I encourage all farmers to visit bmpbooks.com and take a look at the wide range of digital resources that are now available.
I’m also involved with our local conservation area, supporting farmers and landowners in environmental practices that benefit soil and water quality, and helping to build awareness of the many stewardship activities happening on our Infarms. agriculture, these environmental stewardship activities are called Best Management
use is an excellent way for farmers to continue the environmental stewardship work they’ve already been doing voluntarily for decades. Reducing tillage, adopting precision technologies or planting cover crops are all examples of best management practice that can help manage and reduce synthetic fertilizer use on farm. Another example is an approach also recognized in source
The Queen made 22 official trips to Canada during her historic reign, including two memorable trips to the Windsor-Essex region. She had a personal and profound impact on the residents of our region, who join me now in mourning her death and honouring her incredible life.
Flags at the Essex County Civic Centre and other County facilities are being lowered to half-staff.” Essex County Warden, Gary MacNamara
The Windsor-Essex County Humane Society shelter is at 1375 Provincial Rd., Windsor. Ph: 519-966-5751. To start the adoption process online, please go to: windsorhumane.org/adoptable-animals
Our thoughts are with the members of the Royal Family, the people of Great Britain and the many more millions across the world who admired the Queen for her compassion, her sense of duty and her unwavering commitment to serving the Commonwealth.
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If you have what it takes to enlist in Major General’s brigade, fill out your enrolment papers and he’ll see if you have what it takes to be his personal aide-de-camp. That is all. At ease.
“Overall, AMO was an excellent opportunity for learning,” Meloche said. “It gives us an opportunity to present Essex’s request.”
Jason Matyi sat in with the Ministry of Transportation about possible grant money for a bus line, and the Ontario Minister of Infrastructure about aging infrastructure in the Town of Essex.
This is a really big deal for our downtown community, our businesses,” he said.
Sweet approached the Minister of Tourism, Culture, and Sport about how the Town will need further investment from the province, and the federal government, for the Essex Sports Fields.
Council approved the revised project cost of $343,440 for the Heritage Park Washrooms and that the
The approved budget for this project was $300,000, including a $50,000 donation from the Rotary Club of Essex and a $100,000 donation from the Essex Centre
BIA.“It shows what can be done when all of our groups come together with a common goal in something that benefits the town,” Deputy Mayor Steve Bjorkman said, who added the washroom addition will allow families to spend time downtown and at the Heritage Gardens Park, and not have to head home as soon as the first person in their group announces they need to use the Addingwashroom.apublic
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He thanked Council for supporting the additional
Councillor Chris Vander Doelen spoke about the MPAC update he attended at the conference. Bad news, he said, is the new assessment continues to be delayed. Good news is that the expanding property value bubble “that has been scaring everyone, especially in the Toronto area, has peeked. It is hoped the delay in the MPAC assessment means the changes in property valuations will be less sharp than what they might have been. MPAC noted it would advise in the fall when the next valuation will take place.”
Mayor Richard Meloche spoke about his meeting with the Ministry of Transportation. He said the Town will put forward a request to get a transportation line from St. Clair, up Walker Road to McGregor and Harrow, and then into Colchester. He tried to tell the Ministry about the need for this line.
MPAC, he said, records the value of homes and buildings. The Town only collects more money if it raises
Barriers he heard during the conference, he said, included the polarizing effect of social media and how it finds ways into Council Chambers, and officials are not connecting with constituents enough.
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Council also approved an operating transfer from the Urban Revitalization cost centre in the amount of $10,000 into the Parks and Recreation General Reserve to be used towards the project.
project overage, in the amount of $43,440, be funded from the Parks and Recreation General Reserve.
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the theme was on diversity and inclusion. He has been hearing the Town wants more diversity and inclusion, so he went there searching for more practices on that. He spoke on yearly training on the matter.
He also spoke about a joint-meeting including County of Essex and City reps, with the Ministry of Economic Development, Job Creation, and Trade. Additional road money was requested at the meeting, because hundreds of millions of dollars will have to be implemented around the upcoming EV battery plant.
washroom downtown was discussed when he was on the Essex Centre BIA 11-years ago.
Bowman spoke about hearing about a female Councillor in another municipality, who decided not to run again because she could not afford it. He noted, often, Councillors work on a part-time wage, and demand on the position can be a lot, which can discourage individuals from wanting to get involved.
“That is probably the biggest hindrance, not only to women in the political realm, but anybody who is in the minority position in society,” he said.
Council received the presentations.
Installing the washrooms is a joint project between the Town of Essex, the Essex Centre BIA, and the Rotary Club of Essex.
“It helps us become the conscious and ethical leaders that our constituents want,” he said, hoping the conversation continues.
He decided to go to the conference when he learned
During the 2022 budget deliberations, Council approved that Parks and Facilities build washrooms at the Heritage Gardens Park to promote events and tourism, the Report to Council notes.
CSCEC.Council will send a letter of support to the Community Support Centre of Essex County to confirm Town of Essex’s support for transfer of Management of SALC and commitment to maintain its financial support of the SALC.
At the August 22 regular Council meeting, Councillor Sherry Bondy presented a Notice of Motion for discussion at the September 6 meeting, that asked Council to consider directing Administration to make the active transportation trail more accessible by installing two curb cuts on the bike lane on South Talbot Road, across from Diane Street, so residents can access the walking path with walkers, wheelchairs, bikes, and strollers.How the MTO got away without a curb cut is beyond her, she said, adding it makes sense to have residents on the trail and not on the road, as residents have come to Essex Council recently regarding concerns with speeding.
Bondy said businesses have loved the ribbon cuttings the Town offers. She gets messages about some businesses that may be missed for this opportunity when they open. This registration can be used to inform Town staff about the new businesses, so they can ask for a ribbon cutting.
The motion was
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Essex Council received correspondence from the Community Support Centre of Essex County (CSCEC) regarding the transfer of Management of Senior Active Living Centre (SALC) from the Essex Retirees’ Social Club to
The correspondence to Essex Council on the matter notes the two organizations have proceeded with integrative discussions.
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CAO Doug Sweet said the Clerk’s department has been working on the
At the August 22 regular Council meeting, Councillor Sherry Bondy presented a Notice of Motion for discussion at the September 6 meeting, that asked Council to consider directing Administration to set up a free business registration section on the Town website, where businesses can select a ribbon cutting and obtain information about Town services.
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Council moved to ask Administration to report back to Council on both procedures at a future date.In the meantime, staff will look to promote that new businesses can reach out to the Town if they would like a ribbon cutting, and will look to place information on the Town’sCouncillorwebsite.Joe Garon suggested compiling criteria as to who can apply for a ribbon cutting.
matter, and the Economic Development Officer has been working on a ribbon cutting policy. It is hoped to tie these two components together.
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funds, noting the benefit outweighs the additional dollars needed to install the washrooms.
permanent trail is created. She wanted Council to be proactive in planning. Motion carried. NoM: invite to E.L.K. to update Council on OEB application
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Expansion of Public Works facility at Ferris Road approved Council awarded the Result of Tender for the Operations Facility Expansion to Barrineti Construction Ltd. in the amount of $625,824.
Director of Infrastructure, Kevin Girard, said the trail was designed by the MTO as part of the Highway 3 expansion. He added the South Talbot Road Trail is temporary. Just south of Diane Street, it will be relocated closer to the highway. Town Administration has told the MTO there is a desire for more accessibility for the final design of the trail.Councillor Morley Bowman said by addingcurb cuts at the different intersections, the Town is promoting crossing at the stretches, where there is no mitigation for traffic to slowdown. He believes this needs to be looked at more when the Town gets control of Whetherit. it is temporary or not, Bondy thinks this trail will be in place for a few years still. She said a letter needs to be sent to the MTO noting some of the most vulnerable residents cannot use the trail.
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In addition, Council approved the additional funding of $130,583 from the Development Charge Reserve - Transportation for the building expansion and washroom upgrade project.The approved 2022 Capital Budget included $495,241 for the building expansion and washroom upgrade.The Report to Council notes the existing Public Works facility at Ferris Road no longer adequately meets its operational needs, so a stand-alone 75 foot x 80 foot shop expansion was tendered. This facility will also aid in the protection of valuable assets that are currently stored
In the past, discussion has surrounded starting a process on registering businesses, Deputy Mayor Steve Bjorkman said, asking about an update on the project.
defeated, with Bondy and Councillors Kim Verbeek and Jason Matyi in favour. Bondy put forward a second motion, that Council would like to see the MTO plan an accessible trail on South Talbot Road when the
At the August 22
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NoM: installing updated and new population signs
where they will participate in a Day of Service throughout the region.
Councillor Sherry Bondy presented a Notice of Motion for discussion at the September 6 meeting, that asked Council to consider inviting the E.L.K. Energy Board to provide Council, as its sole shareholder, with an update on its most recent Ontario Energy Board (OEB)Sheapplication.saidtheOEB recently approved the most recent E.L.K. application for a rate increase. She thought it would be a good idea to keep communication going between the E.L.K. Board Members and Council.Deputy Mayor Steve Bjorkman said it is not a bad idea to have the E.L.K. Board report to Council once or twice a year.After discussion on how the Board could present as five members of Essex Council sit on the E.L.K. Board, the motion was amended, and passed, to ask the E.L.K. Energy Board Chairperson to provide Council with an update.
Deputy Mayor Steve Bjorkman asked if there is a process followed to replace the signs. Girard said there is not formalized process to replace the signs.
At the August 22 regular Council meeting, Councillor Sherry Bondy presented a Notice of Motion for discussion at the September 6 meeting, that asked Council to consider installing updated and new population signs based on the most recent census.
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“The clubs in our district do a terrific job of taking our motto of Service Above Self to heart,” said District 6400 Governor, Traci Sincock. “Sometimes we get so involved in our own projects, though, that we forget to see the big picture. By coordinating some of the projects to
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carry out meaningful and sustainable projects that promote peace, fight disease, provide clean water, help mothers and children, support education, and grow local economies.Rotary’s top priority is the global eradication of polio. Rotary launched its polio immunization program, PolioPlus, in 1985 and in 1988 became a leading partner in the Global Polio Eradication Initiative.
of community leaders dedicated to tackling the world’s most pressing humanitarian challenges. We connect 1.2 million members from more than 35,000 Rotary clubs in almost every country in the world. Their service improves lives both locally and internationally, from helping those in need in their own communities to working toward a poliofree Visitworld.Rotary.org and endpolio.org for more information about Rotary and its efforts to eradicate polio. 6400 Rotary members to engage in Day of Service to showcase their impact throughout the region.
Rotary Day of Service - Saturday, September 17
projects on September 17 will include food banks and birthday boxes, clothing and book drives, garden and park cleanups, community picnics and events, and fundraising golf tournaments.Rotary members throughout the world take action to make communities better. They contribute their time, energy, and passion to
clubs will work on projects simultaneously to illustrate to themselves and to their communities their far-reaching impact.
Bondy said the population signs are outdated and ugly. She hoped new signs can be purchased to also complement the down streetscape projects for Harrow and Essex DirectorCentre.ofInfrastructure, Kevin Girard, said Town staff contacted the County of Essex, as the sign and rightof-way owner, and should have an update in the near future.
The 1,500 members in the district’s 52 clubs have long supported their communities through a range of service projects. On the Day of Service,
She was able to make that connection last Thursday, during the Essex Police Services Board September meeting.
Last week, she was pleased to learn 12 entries were submitted into the Good
Last spring, she learned the Essex OPP had over $700 of unclaimed money that good Samaritans found and surrendered to the police over the last severalVerbeekyears.noted that after so long, if those dollars are unclaimed, they are
“I was extremely happy to get 12 submissions. It’s exciting,” Verbeek said.
Following the public presentation Joanna Conrad, Executive Director of Youth Diversion, made to Essex Council in July, it was hoped she could meet with members of the Essex Police Services Board members.
Her idea was that because the money was returned by good Samaritans, Verbeek wanted a way to honour that. So, she came up with an idea to have a contest in Essex, where people could submit a name, accompanied with a short essay outlining the good deeds that person has done.
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Conrad explained to Essex Council that Youth Diversion holds young people accountable for their actions, while examining the underlying reasons for theirFollowingbehaviour. the incident of airsoft guns being brought to a dance in May, Conrad reached out to Councillor Sherry Bondy over her concerns of what she called was a lack of diversion referrals from the OPP.
Verbeek said Youth Diversion is an excellent program, and having Conrad attend the meeting last week was a great way for members of the Board to learn about the program and its benefits. In addition, Conrad was able to present her information to Essex Staff Sergeant Jen Wilson and Essex OPP’s new Detachment Commander, Inspector AngelaVerbeekFerguson.said Ferguson is keen on addressing youth-related matters and the meeting went over well.
The winners will be recognized at the Town of Essex Volunteer Appreciation Night in November. This will make handing out the awards a little more
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Verbeek, who is also the Chairperson of the Essex Police Services Board.
“It was well received,” she said. “I thought it was important for our new Detachment Commander, Staff Sergeant, and members of the Essex Police Services Board to meet with [Conrad].”
Samaritan contest. Members of the Police Services Board will now go through the submissions to select the five winners, each of whom will receive $100.
Conrad used the opportunity to connect with its members and local officers to explain the benefits this program offers to youths who may find themselves in trouble with the law, or may be headed down that path.
As a result, Conrad was able to meet with Bondy, CAO Doug Sweet, Mayor Richard Meloche, and Councillor Kim
The hope was that, after that initial meeting took place last week, more officers will become aware of Youth Diversion and divert youths to the program.Verbeek said Youth Diversion gets involved with youths brought to its attention right away.
Verbeek was excited to learn about the interest in the Good Samaritan contest she brought forward in May.
Essex Police Services Board learns about Youth Diversion, gets 12 Good Samaritan submissions
Youth Diversion supports those six to 18-years of age throughout Windsor and Essex County through effective prevention and intervention services. The program accepts justice and outreach referrals, and from the public as well, as a proactive and preventative measure. It can also be used as an intervention tool.
supposed to be returned to the Police Services Board.
“We’ve had a great turnout. It’s great to see so many people take an interest in what we do.”
Also on hand were three representatives from Essex Fire & Rescue, who provided Engine No. 2 for display. Essex Fire Chief Ed Lepain explained that they were happy to support this event.
“When people think of firefighters, they often picture us dealing with home fires, but that is only part of what we do. Besides structural fires, we also perform water and ice rescues, as well as tiered response with EMS.”
Lepain added that the firefighters of Essex and Kingsville are no strangers to each other. These departments, along with those in other municipalities, occasionally provide mutual aid to each other.
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Besides being a fun family outing, Kingsville’s South Station Chief Bob Brando explained that the Fire Fest Celebration shows just how much firefighting has changed over the years.
“This is our first time coming here. It’s our way of supporting our neighbours.”
appears that the second edition of this event has built momentum as an annual community tradition. Deputy Fire Chief Jason Suchi, who was busy throughout the morning speaking with local residents, agreed.
South Station Chief Bob Brando summed up why he felt that this event is important.
“If citizens of the town have questions, we can answer them. An event like this gives them the assurance that when they need to dial 911, we can provide a proper response.”
The monument was painted as the Spitfire Billing flew over the beaches of Normandy on June 6, 1944, D-day.
Essex Memorial Spitfi re Committee recognizes the Queen Display commemorating Queen Elizabeth II at the Maidstone Bicentennial Museum will remain up for viewing
the Queen was slated to be taken down last week, but will remain in place a little while longer to commemorate her life.
which featured live entertainment, including a magician, puppet shows, and a bagpipe performance; all commemorating Queen Elizabeth II’s Platinum Jubilee.In honour of the Platinum Jubilee, an exhibit was displayed, featuring various items commemorating Her Majesty’s 70-years of service. The items were collected from members of the saidCurator,Bicentennialcommunity.MaidstoneMuseumVictoriaBeaulieu,thedisplayhonouring
An educational display will then be set up to recognize Truth and Reconciliation Day on September 30.
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In September of 2014, members of the Committee dedicated the Essex Memorial Spitfire and its Honour Wall, which later
needed to be expanded and now houses the names of over 1800 Essex County individuals who served in the RCAF and RAF during WWII in any capacity.
Members of the community who wish to see the display can see it Tuesday to Saturday, from 10-4pm, or during the Essex County in the War of 1812 Encampment, which will take place on September 24 and 25.
flyover at Dieppe Gardens. Billing passed away in 2015.This Spitfire monument was named after former Councillor Randy Voakes’s daughter, Priscilla (Voakes) Campbell, who passed away in 2014. Her motto was “And though she be but little, she is fierce,” which also described a Spitfire“Honouringperfectly. others is our motivation,” Committee member, Michael Beale, said when the group visited the Spitfire memorial last week, while the flags were flown at half-mast also recognizing the Queen’s passing.InJune, the Maidstone Bicentennial Museum hosted an “Old Fashioned English Country Fair,”
After the monument was installed, members of the Essex Memorial Spitfire Committee wrote to the Queen of England to wish her a happy 90th birthday. The response letter from a Lady in Waiting, written in June of 2016, was replicated and is on display beneath the Spitfire Monument.
After hearing Queen Elizabeth II passed on September 8, 2022, members of the former Essex Memorial Spitfire Committee gathered inside the Heritage Gardens Park on Sunday, beneath the wings of the massive monument they brought to town, to pay their respects to Her Majesty.
Billing flew a Spitfire for 56-years, sometimes just above the treetops of EssexBillingCentre.had the honour of flying for Queen Elizabeth II twice. The first time was in 1954, when he was an exchange pilot serving for the RAF at Air Fighter Development Squadron Raynham. He displayed a F-86 Sabre IV for Her Majesty at Balmoral Castle on September 18, 1954, according to www. jerrybilling.ca.Members of the Essex Memorial Spitfire Committee also spoke fondly of how, in 1984 when Her Majesty visited Windsor, Billing flew Spitfire MK923 during a
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The letter indicated the Queen was interested to hear about the “splendid Spitfire and Honour Wall,” and that she was glad to hear it was erected in time so that Jerry Billing, Essex’s own WWII Spitfire Pilot, was able to see it.
2. Horses have the largest eyes of any mammal that lives on land.
3. People once believed horses were colorblind. In fact, horses can see colors, but are better at detecting yellows and greens than purples body contains 205 bones.
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Dogs may be man’s best friend, but horses have been companion and assistance animals for millenia. In fact, archaeological evidence indicates that humans formed intermingled relationships with horses nearly 5,500 years
Horsesago. provided people with much of the essentials they required for group survival. Khan Academy indicates that the domestication of the horse ushered in an era of innovation in transport and communication. Horses also were invaluable animals on the farm or in earlyHorsesvillages.still serve many practical functions, but they’re more often than not companion animals or relied on for riding hobbies and sport. Horses are majestic and fascinating animals, and these 15 interesting facts show just how incredible these beautiful animals are.
1. Horses can sleep both lying down and standing up.
15. Horses like sweet flavors, which is why you can tempt them with sweet treats like apples and sugar cubes.metrocreativeconnection.com
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7. Horses evolved from a very small animal about the size of a dog or baby lamb that was called a hyracotherium. This ancestor lived in tropical rain forests in North America and ate leaves.
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6. The fastest sprinting speed ever recorded for a horse is 55 miles per hour, though they generally trot at around four miles per hour.
8. Hooves are made from the same protein that comprises human fingernails and hair.
14. An adult horse’s brain weighs 22 ounces, or about half the weight of a human brain.
9. The Przewalski’s horse is the only truly wild horse species still in existence. The last remaining wild population is in Mongolia.
12. Estimates suggest there are around 60 million horses in the world.
consumption of horse meat was a pagan practice and had to be abolished. Islamic and Jewish communities also advocated toward avoiding horse meat. Today there is no specific law in the U.S. banning horse meat, but most people still steer clear of it.
10. A male horse is called a stallion, while a young male horse is a colt. A female horse is a mare, while a young female is a filly.11. Ponies are not immature horses. They are a small variety of horse.
5. Because a horse’s eyes are on the side of its head, it is capable of seeing nearly 360 degrees at one time.
13. Early civilizations used horses as a form of food. But in 732 A.D., Pope Gregory III said the ritual
James Bryant, Director of Watershed Management Services for the Essex Region Conservation Authority (ERCA), asked County Council for support in submitting a grant application for the Flood Hazard Identification and Mapping Program (FHIMP) project.
Next steps include refining the project scope and collaborating with the County to submit the application before the deadline of September 16.
the projections are predicated on a number of significant assumptions.Thoseassumptions include favourable resolution to various outstanding wage-related matters within collective bargaining groups, winter control activities remaining within the five-year average, social services caseloads and Social Housing costs remaining favourable, no significant tax write-offs; stable returns on investments within the Corporation’s investment portfolio, a stabilization of existing inflationary conditions, and that the impacts of COVID-19 remain at projected levels for the remainder of the year, the Report to Council continues.
Zwiers added, in accordance with the Corporation’s Reserve Strategy, any net surplus deficit is transferred to the Rate Stabilization Reserve at year-end. She is making a bit of a deviation from that policy this year, and is recommending any deficit this year be covered by the COVID Safe Restart Fund, as many issues, resulting in deficits, stemmed from the ongoing pandemic pressures.
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ERCA requests County support submitting grant for Flood Hazard Identification
During the recent Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) Conference, Warden of Essex County, Gary McNamara, said County reps let their voices be heard regarding two issues. One of which concerned ambulance
ERCA wants to submit an application for the program to help fund much-needed coastal flood hazard mapping updates for the Essex County region, which would provide better understanding of potential climate change impacts, Bryant said.
He said FHIMP is a federal funding mechanism, through Natural Resources Canada. It is administered through the province’s Ministry of Natural Resources and Forests.The program will fund $7.1M to municipalities, conservation authorities, and Indigenous communities to support flood mapping projects falling under three categories: data acquisition, flood hazard modelling, and dissemination of flood hazard information. Some of the projects, Bryant said, will fall under more than one of the categories.ERCA worked closely with the County of Essex previously to complete the Essex County Flood Prioritization Study last year, which evaluated the flood risks across the region.
The information in that study proved valuable in getting a large grant for natural disaster mitigation, which
Recruitment was delayed and the position was filled later in the year, which generated savings. Additional savings from a long-term medical leave and wage recoveries from the Essex County Library for interim leadership support are contributing to the departmental surplus in wages.
County sends letter to Province re: ambulance code blacks, EMS offload delay crisis
He asked the County to submit a letter of support to accompany the submission, outlining the benefit these maps would provide to the local coastal communities.
Building on that past success, ERCA is looking to partner with the County again to update the Regional Coastal Flood Hazard Mapping, which was last captured in 1976.“Much has changed since that time, including development trends and availability of technical resource information,” Bryant said, noting the Regional Coastal Flood Hazard Mapping is in dire need of updating to support regulatory obligations under the Conservation Authorities Act and with municipal obligations under the Provincial Policy Statement.
2022 financial results of operations projects net deficit position of $2,000 County Council received the report, “Financial Projected Results of Operations 2022,” which Sandra Zwiers, Director of Financial Services/ Treasurer,Basedsubmitted.onJuly yearto-date activity and discussions with the senior administrative team, the Corporation is projected to be in a net deficit position of approximately“Operationally,$2,000. the Corporation is projected to be in a surplus position of approximately $229,000, offset by a projected deficit in the Corporation’s capital programs of approximately $231,000,” she explained in the report, which noted
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Combined, Sun Parlour Home and EWEMS continue to experience COVID-19 related pressure, particularly in regards to staffing shortages. Sun Parlour Home is projected to be in a surplus position of $115,250. Driving the net surplus was due, in part, to receiving subsidies from the EWEMSprovince.isprojected to be in a net deficit position of $341,650. COVID-related and supply chain issues are directly impacting EMS. This is due, in part, to delayed receipt of new ambulances to relieve the fleet of aging vehicles, which nearly doubled projected repair and maintenanceInfrastructurecosts.and Planning Services is projected to have a net deficit of $46,200, due to economic factors, such as inflation and construction market capacity issues, in addition to increases in the cost of asphalt and fuel.
is supporting flood modeling work in Windsor, Tecumseh, and LaSalle, Bryant said.
“Such flood hazard maps provide the baseline for ensuring new development is reasonably safe from flooding,” Bryant said, adding they would also help ensure the threats for existing developments are better understood to minimize flood-related impacts before, during, and after a potential flood.
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There is a projected surplus of $264,200 in General Government. She noted the 2022 Budget included the hiring of a Records Management Specialist in March.
County Council supported the request.
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Should any changes happen before the end of the year, she said she would inform County Council.
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explained it, “We had all this momentum from our first record and then the
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charges, and 20 for mental health. In addition, there were 53 traffic stops, 17 tickets issued, and seven warnings.Some of the stats that stood out included 104 Criminal Code/ YCJA Charges and 117 property crimerelated matters taking place in Leamington. In addition, six driver’s licence suspensions and 180 provincial offence charges took place in Lakeshore
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In July, Essex had the following calls: 11 for violent crime, 19 property crime, 34 motor vehicle collisions, no impaired and exceed offences or driver’s licence suspensions, 27 Criminal Code/YCJA Charges, no drug offences, 17 provincial offence
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When selfproclaimed rock-and roll band “Justin Latam & The Stride” founded as a group in 2019, the musicians quickly worked magic together. They dedicated time to practicing and writing songs, which would later go on their first album that was released in March of 2020.
At the time, the four members of the band, having extensive music backgrounds and
The top call for service for Essex in July was for motor vehicle collisions, with 33; followed by 25 for community service, 21 traffic complaints, 20 property checks, 20 property-related, 20 bylaw matters, 19 domestic instances, 17 neighbour disputes, 16 suspicious person calls, 15 theft, and 15 well-being checks.
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Overall, in July, 423 calls were put into the OPP from Essex, which was the lowest when comparing other OPP policed communities. Tecumseh had 427, Kingsville had 454, Lakeshore had 722, and Leamington had 965.
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The remaining funds will be sent back to the police services. Officers often lend a hand, when they see people in need in the community. Those funds can be used to help those officers with helping various needs within the community they come across, at their discretion.During last week’s meeting, members of the Essex Police Services Board were also presented with the overview for the month of July.
With a return of live music, local band “Justin Latam & The Stride” is celebrating by preparing to release its second project, an EP titled, “Ampersand Jam,” on September 24.
history with one-another, believed it was only right to combine their talents. And then, as Latam
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Pursuant to the Town’s policy entitled “Prohibition on the Use of Corporate Resources
HELP WANTED: Tilray Inc. is looking for Greenhouse Production Associates to join their team. Duties include daily crop maintenance, harvesting, crop rotation, inventory counts, and cleaning of greenhouse. No public transportation available. Located in Leamington, ON. Compensation starts at $15.00/hour. Full time hours - Monday through Friday with occasional Saturdays. Please apply at careers@tilray.com or mail resume to P.O. Box 20009 269 Erie St. S. Leamington, ON N8H 3C4.
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For more information, contact: Kirby McArdle, Manager Public Works & Transportation Town of Tecumseh
Email: rauger@essex.ca Fax: 519-776-8811
Prop: Jim Klassen (The Former Nickels Orchard) Auctioneers: David and Doug Jacob 519-348-9896
MARTY’S SMALL ENGINE REPAIRS - Tune-ups, repairs, & service on snowblowers, riding lawn mowers, chainsaws, & more! 519-733-0986, (c) 519-965-5918. 1-tf
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Using the following pesticides registered under the Pest Control Products Act Canada: Navius Flex containing active ingredients Aminocyclopyrachlor, present as potassium salt and Metsulfuron–methyl (Registration Number 30922) and; Gateway Adjuvant containing active ingredients, Paraffinic Oil, Alkoxylated alcohol non-ionic surfactants (Registration Number 31470). The program will commence on September 1, 2022 (weather permitting) and end on October 31, 2022.
We are controlling Noxious Weeds under the Public Works Exception of the Cosmetic Pesticides Ban for the promotion of public health and safety.
HELP WANTED Part time picture framing assistant. We will train. One full day per week, plus more hours when needed at our Essex location. Please email full resume to greatart@suchiu. com. 29-tfn
LOOKING FOR MATURE INHOME WORKER for 2 young adults. Duties would include respite, personal care, and community outings. Reliable transportation and able to drive wheelchair van is a must. 15-35 hours/ week. Day/Aft/Saturday shifts. Please email resume to: clarksonhouse@ wavedirect.net or call 519-776-4597 33-3t
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Implements: Turbo Mist 600gal PTO orchard sprayer; Bauer E2 irrigation reel w/5in hose and gun; Votex FLV175 3pth PTO shredder; Weed Badger 4000 3pth hyd. drive rotary weeder; 10ft 3pth blade; 11ft 3pth cultivator; IH 10ft disc; JD 4F semi-mt plow; 13ft land leveller; Landoll 9-shank 3pth chisel plow; IH 181 15ft rotary hoe; 200gal sprayer w/15ft boom; Perfect 9 and 10ft mowers; IH 70 DA snowblower; McKee 6 1/2ft snowblower; bin trailer
Call Jeff Siefker (cell) 519-796-1240 or (home) 519-776-9501.
Greenhouse: Approx. 144ft x 20ft greenhouse w/Reznor furnace (to be dismantled by purchaser)
Partial Road Section: 12th Concession Road, from South Talbot Road to County Road 8 12th Concession Road, from County Road 46 to Hwy 401 Sexton Road, from South Talbot Road to County Road 46 Malden Road, from the CN tracks to County Road 8 Oldcastle Road, from North Talbot Road to Walker Road Baseline Road, from County Road 19 to City of Windsor Boundary North Talbot Road, from 9th Concession Road to Oldcastle Sideroad
KENNETH YARDWORKS Summer Clean-Up. Trees, bushes, trimmed or removed. Sod, mulch, eavestrough cleaning and repairs, power washing. Loads to the dump. Fully licensed & insured. Free estimates. Call Kenneth: 519-982-0362. 1-tfn
CLASSIFIED RATES Word Ads - 25 words or less ........................ $6.00 + HST Extra words .................................................... 20¢/word Display Classifieds ....................................... Call for ratesClassifieds Your $6.00 goes a LONG way! Sell It! Find it! Rent It! Buy It! In The Classifieds 519-776-4268 ~ 11,000 weekly copies ~ Sell It! Find it! Rent It! Buy It! in The Classifieds 519-776-4268 Continued on Page 17 GET UP TO1-(800)-211-3550$50,000 or send a (647)560-4274 Information on this and all Town of Tecumseh news and events is available at www.tecumseh.ca, www.tecumsehapp.ca, Twitter (@TownofTecumseh), and Facebook (Town of Tecumseh). PUBLIC NOTICE of Pesticide Use The Corporation of the Town of Tecumseh intends to control noxious weeds along the following rural roadsides: Full Road Section: Holden Road 10th Concession Road 8th
Misc: Burg hyd. bin dumper w/6ft conveyor; Bartel produce washer w/FMC Sta-Fresh applicator and Agritech 12ft roller conveyor; Crown WP2300 electric pallet jack; manual pallet jacks; Ideal bag stitchers; 4, 5 and 6in irrigation pipe and fittings; 2-1300L steel fuel tanks; Honda GX120 transfer pump; Stihl chain saws; pneumatic and battery limb pruners; Fimco estate sprayer; Air-Automatic horizontal compressor; power and hand tools; toolboxes; orchard ladders; and much more
Please be advised therefore that any use of the town logo or such other town resources in campaign materials or advertising may be a violation of the Policy and is not in any event to be treated as an endorsement of that candidate by the Town of PotentialEssex.
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PUREBRED YELLOW LAB FOR SALEpuppies, vaccinated, de-wormed. Ready September 29. 2 females & one male available. Call: 519-791-0866.
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Auctioneers Note: A diverse offering of 180 lots. Terms: Cash, Etransfer, known cheque, or Interac. 10% buyer premium capped at $1000.00 per item. Viewing: Thursday Sept. 22 from 10AM until 3PM or by appointment by calling Jim at 519-324-1330. Pickup is one day only-Saturday September 24 from 10AM until 2PM. For bidding and catalogue, see jacobauctions.hibid.com for information call Jim at 519-324-1330
HELP WANTED Local truss assembly plant is hiring full-time truss builders. Monday to Friday and occasional Saturdays during busy season. Benefits after 3 months along with a boot allowance. Experience an asset but not required. Call 519-839-4301 or email resume to cindyh@rivardtruss.com.
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PUBLIC www.tecumseh.caNOTICE JD 5510N MFWD w/2 remotes, SyncReverser (1831hrs); JD 3140 w/orchard fenders, 2 remotes (9912hrs); IH 784 w/loader, single remote (3897hrs); vintage Case gas tractor w/orchard fenders and mounted PTO air compressor
Phone: 519-735-2184 Ext 144
HIRING! LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE and LANDSCAPE LABOURERS, $18/hour. Experience necessary. Fax your resume to (519) 723-2336 or email to quinlaninc@ kelcom.igs.net 1-1tf
Notice to Residents of the Town of Essex Re: Use of Municipal Corporate Resources
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Email: contact@essexfreepress.com Concession Road 11th Concession Road 9th Concession Road Snake Lane South Talbot Road
HELP WANTED: Greenhouse and Packing line Labour. General greenhouse labour, duties include pruning, picking, planting and cleaning of greenhouse. Packing line labour, duties include inspecting, weighing and packing produce on assembly line. Lifting, bending and standing is required. Must be able to work all shifts. Rural area. No public transportation available. No specific education required. Experience is an asset. Rate of pay- $15.00. To apply please email: Lindsay@policellafarms. com Or Mail to Domric International, PO Box 218, Ruthven ON N0P 2G0. 1-tfn
SINGLE HOME LOTS FOR SALE in McGregor. Sizes vary from 60’ to 75’ with depth from 112’ x 164’. Call: (519) 7371253. 32 -5t*
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When registering for the 2022 election the candidates and registered third party advertisers were made aware of and acknowledged that any use of Town corporate resources for election or campaign purposes was strictly prohibited.
Email: Collectkmcardle@tecumseh.cacallswillbeacceptedfrom individuals calling long distance.
Online Clearing Auction Of Tractors; Implements; Greenhouse; and Misc. to be held at 1498 County Road 34, Kingsville, Ontario Auction Begins to Close: Friday September 23 at 6:00 PM Tractors:
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WANTED: New or Used 2”-2 1/4” Birch hardwood flooring. Please contact Randy at: 519-776-7479. 34-2t
The largest of those costs are for building, upgrading, and maintaining roads that are used by tractor trailers hauling greenhouse produce and supplies, in addition to the costs of planning and reviewing sophisticated development applications, as well as recreation, health, and social services provided to greenhouse businesses and their“Large-scaleemployees
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Another option is for the Province to reinstate the agricultural subsidy it once provided to offset the low tax rate for farmland, which currently includes greenhouses, the letter adds.
If they were taxed at the same rate as other industries, they would pay over $24 million. Your government has an opportunity to level the field as we continue to work with the greenhouse industry to ensure its long-term success.”
YARD SALE - Fri., Sat., & Sun., September 16, 17, & 18, from 10am - 4pm. 660 Talbot Rd., North, Maidstone (in back).
County Council received a letter to be sent to Peter Bethlenfalvy, Minister of Finance, regarding meeting with County reps at the AMO conference to discuss the importance of “Leveling the Field” so residential property owners stop paying for the cost of greenhouse growth.
The letter notes the financial success of greenhouse operations, which have grown exponentially over the last three decades, has bolstered provincial and federal tax revenues, however, “Local property tax revenues are
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LARGE YARD SALE - 274 East County Rd. 34 (one mile east of Cottam) Sat. & Sun., September 17 & 18, 10am4pm. Vintage silver & china, women’s & infant’s clothing, and a long list of items.
greenhouse operations will pay $3 million in property taxes to the County of Essex and the municipalities of Leamington, Kingsville, Amherstburg and Essex this year. If they were taxed at the same rate as residential property owners, they would pay $12 million.
County sends letter re: Level the Field – Residents Are Paying for Greenhouse Growth
“Offload delays are an inefficient use of precious Paramedic resources and an obvious and ongoing risk to public safety. They have a negative impact on Paramedic morale and public faith in the system, the quality of emergency care, and the use of precious tax dollars. This problem can only be solved through provincial leadership and province-wide action,” the letter states.
During the recent Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) Conference, Warden of Essex County, Gary McNamara, said County reps let their voices be heard regarding two issues. One of which concerned residents paying for greenhouse growth.
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falling far short of the escalating costs municipalities are shouldering to maintain roads and other services required by these increasingly industrialized greenhouse operations. The cost of municipal services provided to the greenhouse industry is being heavily subsidized by residential property taxpayers and small businesses.”
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CASH PAID for antiques, costume jewellery, furniture, gold, sterling, coins, tools, complete estates. We take it all! Free appraisals. Call 519-727-8894. 1-tfn
code blacks, which is a period of time when there are no available EMS to respond to an emergency.
CASH PAID for scrap cars and trucks. Free removal. Please phone: 519-776-1361 or 519-791-5046. 1-tfn
GARAGE SALE - Fri., September 16, 12-5pm & Sat., September 17, 9am4pm at 110 Palmer St., Kingsville (just off Division, near downtown). Loads of tools, tool cabinet, household items, generator, etc.
TheCrisis.letter notes these “offload delays” are caused by rules requiring Paramedics to remain with their patients until they have been admitted to the hospital, which can last 12-hours or more.
BUYING for CASH $$ ALL ROLEX watches + ALL GOLD SILVER JEWELRY + ALL - on Friday, September 23 at K of C Hall 190 Richmond St. Amherstburg, 9am -4pm - PRIVATE APPOINTMENTS AVAILABLE –FREE ESTIMATES –Buying ALL GOLD + SILVER Coins, OLD COINS; Canada, USA, World War Medals, Mintsets, Pocket + Wrist watches. House Calls also available. Dan Jones B.A.B.Ed. 54 years Exp. 519818-1805 34-2t
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During last Wednesday’s meeting, County Council received a letter it will send to Minister of Health, Sylvia Jones, regarding the County’s delegation at the AMO conference on Code Black - Solving the EMS Offload Delay
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It continues that the Province can emulate successes in New Brunswick and Quebec, where there is a culture that places a priority on having Paramedics on the road, by implementing several targeted measures for hospitals, including: creating incentives to meet 30-minute offload targets and enforce consequences; triaging patients brought in by Paramedics as a first priority, implementing Fit-toSit programs; developing escalation plans mobilizing all levels of the hospital to deal with emergency department surges and offload delays; and creating standardized measurements and reporting between hospitals and paramedics to ensure consistent and accurate data collection to inform decisions.
ANTIQUE YARD SALE - Friday & Saturday, Sept. 16 & 17, 9am - 4pm at 15751 County Rd. 8, between Essex and Pauquette Corners. Included other household items.
The letter urged the Province to work with MPAC in order to create a separate property tax classification for large-scale greenhouses that lets single and upper tier municipalities set the rate. This will provide municipalities with a way to collect property taxes that are more inline with the significant burden of large-scale greenhouses.
Buying or selling a farm? Do you know the right questions and answers? Farm Experienced Realtor Carl Idzinski, Keller Williams Lifestyles Realty - Brokerage. 519-817-8891. 1-tt*
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OSBORNE, Charles William - 97 years, on September 6, 2022, at the Iler Lodge in Essex. Son of Clarence and Effie Osborne. Beloved husband of Ida Elizabeth Osborne (Terryberry) (1992), Artie Guill and Hazel Masse. Loving father of Gerry Osborne (Vickie Komar), Jim Osborne (Pam Callus), Wayne Osborne (Linda), Brian Osborne (Pam), Cheryl Carmichael (Bill), and Shelley Johanson (Paul). Grandfather of 20 grandchildren and 31 great-grandchildren. Loving brother of Gladys Shura and the late Lorraine Raymont and Morris Osborne. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Special thanks to the staff of Iler Lodge and Southgate Residence for all your care and compassion. A private service has taken place at the Kennedy Funeral Home Ltd. (519-776-7378) 128 Talbot St. N, Essex. Interment followed at Evergreen Memorial Park Cemetery. Donations may be made to the Cottam United Church. You may send your condolences online at www.kennedyfh.
September 10, 1945-September 14, 2021 still love you with all my heart. the bestest thing that ever happened to me”.
The state funeral for Queen Elizabeth II will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, September 19, at Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace.
Elizabeth Alexandra Mary Windsor was born on 21 April 1926, in London, the first child of Albert, Duke of York, second son of George V, and his duchess, the former Lady Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon.TheQueen grew up in a loving and supportive family with her sister Margaret and her parents. They led a relatively quiet life until her father’s unexpected accession to the throne in 1936.Theengagement of Princess Elizabeth to Prince Philip was announced and the couple were married in Westminster Abbey on November 20, 1947.
The Queen and Prince Philip went on to have two more sons: Prince Andrew, born in 1960 and Prince Edward, in 1964.Queen Elizabeth II is survived by her four children, eight grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren.
On Friday, September 8, 2022, the official statement from Buckingham Palace was simple. “The Queen died peacefully at Balmoral this afternoon. The King and The Queen Consort will remain at Balmoral this evening and will return to London tomorrow.”
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On Sunday, September 10, Elizabeth’s coffin travelled Balmoral on a six-hour journey to Edinburgh were an
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(Marco), JJ Blanchette (Tiffany), Dan Bechard (Linda), Becky Dagley (David), and Jeff Bechard (Shannon). Cherished Grandpa of 19 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren. Son of the late James and Elva Blanchette and brother of the late Ronni Blanchette. Brother-in-law of Ken Rivard (Nancy), Len Rivard (Estelita), the late Ruth Lesperance and the late Larry Rivard. For many years, Jay was a Mechanic, owning Maaco Body Shop and J&B Automotive and he also spent many years as a Real Estate Agent. Jay was an avid boater and he loved his motorcycle. As per Jay’s wishes, cremation has taken place. A celebration of Jay’s life will take place at a later date. Arrangements entrusted to Cremation First (Essex) 519-398-9188. Online condolences and cherished memories may be shared with the family at www.cremationfirst.ca.
The service will be televised, and a national two minutes’ silence is planned to be held.
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honour guard received it at the Palace of Holyroodhouse, the sovereign’s official residence in Scotland. On Monday, the Queen’s body layed in rest at St. Giles’ Cathedral in Edinburgh, before the coffin was flown to London to rest at Buckingham Palace, on Tuesday, September 13.
Queen Elizabeth II 1926 - 2022
The Queen’s coffin will then be taken to St. George’s Chapel at Windsor Castle for a televised committal service.Later in the evening, a private interment service with senior members of the royal family will be held.
- Rose-Anne - Love you and miss you, Dad.
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MOLNAR, Sidonia (nee Drzik) - Passed away peacefully surrounded by her family at the Iler Lodge in Essex on September 5, 2022, at 91 years of age. Beloved wife of the late Julius (2006). Loving mother of Dale Molnar (Jennifer) and Laurie Molnar. Treasured grandma of Michael and Matthew. Many thanks to the staff of Iler Lodge and Erie Shores Healthcare.
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The couple’s life changed significantly when King George VI’s health began to fail in 1951. Upon his death on February 6, 1952, she was proclaimed, ‘Queen Elizabeth II’ at just 25-years of Followingage.Her Majesty’s Accession, the Queen granted Prince Philip “place, pre-eminence and precedence” and on February 22, 1957 she created him a Prince of the United Kingdom so that his title was from then on His Royal Highness The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh.
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Donations may be made to the MS Society. A private service will take place. You may send condolences online at www. kennedyfh.com
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SCRATCH, Harold (Hank) - With deep sadness and heavy hearts we announce the sudden passing of our beloved father and grandfather on 21 Aug 2022 at the age of 89. Dad is reunited with his true love of 46 years, Jane (Red) Whitson, whom we lost in 2000. He will be missed greatly by his daughters Lindy Masse (Dennis), Brenda Ryall (Edward), and Shelley Laramie. Special father to Shane Renaud (Magda). Grandfather to Stephen, Kenneth, Jason (Tiffany), Jonathan (Sarah), Nathan (Sarah), and Sara. Great Grandfather to Thea and Sophie. Harold worked for 31 years at General Motors and served his community as a firefighter in Essex, retiring as Fire Chief in 1990. Harold and Jane nurtured many foster children making a difference in everyone’s lives. Harold loved reading, old time movies, and feeding his birds, but mostly being there for his family. He was our pillar of strength and lifetime example of a caring thoughtful and supportive father whom we all loved. Words cannot express how heartbroken we all feel at this time but our many happy memories will keep him with us always. Heartfelt thanks to all the Doctors and nurses who took such good care of Dad all these years. Cremation has taken place with a private Celebration of Life planed for the future. Expressions of sympathy can be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Essex County Humane Society. Kennedy Funeral Home Ltd. (519-776-7378) entrusted with the arrangements. You may send your condolences online at www.kennedyfh.com
Prince Charles - now The King - was born in 1948, and Princess Anne two years later.
“Do not fear failure but rather fear not trying.” Roy T. Bennett
BLANCHETTE, James “Jay” Passed away peacefully at Country Village Homes with loving family at his side on September 6, 2022 at the age of 81. Beloved husband of Patricia Bechard-Blanchette (nee Rivard). Loving father to Dawn Blythe, Ron Blanchette (Micheline), Kelly Carter (Scott), Nicole Rustico
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On Wednesday, September 14, the Queen’s lying in state begins in Westminster Hall following a ceremonial procession through London. It will last four full days. The Archbishop of Canterbury will conduct a short service following the coffin’s arrival.The Queen’s state funeral is expected to take place at Westminster Abbey in central London, on Monday, September 19. The original plans are for the Queen’s coffin to process on a gun carriage to the abbey, pulled by naval ratings – sailors – using ropes rather than horses. Senior members of the family are expected to follow behind.
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St. Paul’s Anglican Church submitted by Sandra Lypps
time of prayer for one another, the church, community, and the lives of those living around us.
Looking for someplace to worship? You’re welcome to join us here at Trinity. Sundays at 9:30am with Rev.’d Hilton Gomes.
SEPT. 18 ESSEX COUNTY ORCHID SOCIETY MEETING At St Stephen’s Church, 5280 Howard Ave. New members welcome. For info: essexcountyorchidsociety.webs.com
SEPT. 24 - AUTUMN FEST BAZAAR 9am-3pm at Visitation Church Parish Hall, 5407 Comber Side Rd., Comber
SEPT. 27 BELLE RIVER BLOOD DONOR CLINIC- At St Simon & St Jude Parish Hall, 267 Meunier Street. To book an appointment, visit: blood.ca or call: 1-888-236-6283.
We still host Coffee Hour on Thursdays, at 10 am. Come and join us.
Join us for Family Worship Sunday, September 18 at 10:30a.m. Major Jim Hann’s sermon topic is “Mobilized to share Hope.”
The flag at Trinity has been lowered to half-staff, as we mourn the passing of Queen Elizabeth II. May she rest in peace.
NOTICE OF THE PASSING OF BY-LAW 2167
Visit online: www.stpaulstrinity.org, or social media. Call the office at 519-776-7111.
Being a By-law Regarding the Erection of Signs Within the Geographic Boundaries of the Town of Essex
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SEPT. 17 LITTLE TOMATO CHILDREN’S THEATRE “FROZEN JR.” AUDITIONS At Leamington United Church, 9 John St. For info: littletomatochildr.wixsite.com/ ltctwebsite or social media.
Salvation Army Essex Church submitted by Carolyn Barnett
Pasta dinners are back and our first one of the fall is on Friday, October 14th. We look forward to seeing you!
Our next Vendors Market will take place on Saturday October 29th. We are always looking for donations of gently used clothing for our Clothes Cupboard.
SEPT. 16 - BELLE RIVER STROLL THE STREET - 8 blocks of Notre Dame St. Closed from 5pm - 9pm. Food, shopping, entertainment, & family fun for all ages.
This by-law replaces By-law 1350, the former comprehensive sign by-law. While, in general, the regulations governing the placement and erection of signs have not changed, By-law 2167 has been formatted to make the regulation sections more user friendly and various definitions have been added or revised for greater ease of interpretation.
A Town Hall Meeting for church members will be held after the 11am service on Sunday, September 18th to discuss visioning for the future. New ideas welcome.
SEPT. 16, 17, 18 - AMHERSTBURG UNCOMMON FESTIVAL - Be curious! Expect the unexpected! For all info on the event: visitamherstburg.ca/uncommon
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Our Food Bank gratefully accepts your donations of non-perishable goods on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays between 9a.m. - 2p.m. For information, call the church office at 519-776-4628.
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Please keep in your prayers, those in the Church family who are confined to their homes or the ill.
On Tuesdays, meet at our SA Connections program, from 10am -1pm. Drop in on this free community program which offers fellowship, interesting programs, and lunch. It’s a great way to spend Tuesday morning. Then at 1p.m. Major Hann will continue Bible Study, exploring the Book of Luke. Anyone can attend and enjoy this interesting hour.
Mark your calendars! GEMS and Cadets will begin on Monday, September 19 from 6:30 – 8:00pm. This is a great club for girls and boys from Grade 1 – 8 where we participate in bible studies, crafts, and games. All are welcome to attend.
SEPT. 18 100TH ANNIVERSARY OF FAITHFUL SERVICE TO GOD & CANADA St. Simon & St. Jude Parish, Belle River. 10:30am mass & 1pm Banquet. Open to the public. For info: 519-728-2275.
SEPT. 25 LASALLE NIGHT MARKET At LaSalle Civic Centre, 5950 Malden Rd. from 4-8pm. For info: www.lasalle.ca/markets.
There is a BBQ Rib Dinner planned for September 24. Take out only from 3:00 - 6:00pm. For more information or for pick-up time contact Kelly at 519-791-7064.
SEPT. 21 KINGSVILLE BLOOD DONOR CLINIC- At Grovedale Arts & Culture Centre, 103 Park St. To book an appointment, visit: blood.ca or call: 1-888-236-6283.
HIATUS HOUSE: offers counselling services in Essex County. Women’s Fresh Start group therapy is once a week. For info or to schedule an intake appointment, call the 24-hour Hiatus House helpline at 519-252-7781.
Regular church services, in both churches, have returned to 10:45am. This Sunday, is our Memorial Sunday where we honour our church family we lost from 2021 to 2022. We welcome the family members who have lost their loved ones. Rev. Carl will lead the service. You can also view the service and read the bulletin on our website at: WoodsleePastoralCharge.ca.
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SEPT. 28 EVENING OF HEALING THROUGH MUSIC & PRAYER At Trinity Anglican Church, 235 County Rd. 34W., Cottam, at 7pm. All are welcome.
With September here, we have returned to our regular service time of 11am on Sundays. All are welcome to join us!
This past week, we celebrated the one-year anniversary of Rev’d Hilton and Sandy Gomes’ arrival at Trinity.Watch for folks from Trinity in the Fall Festival Parade on September 18th.
‘Take-a-book-Leave-a-book’ library located in front of the church. Come be part of the community. Join us on Saturday mornings from 8:45-9:30 am for a
SEPT. 18 TO 25 LEGION WEEK Royal Canadian Legion Essex Br. 201, 103 Talbot St. N. See the ad in this week’s edition or stop by the Legion for more info.
Celebrate with us in-person or online, each Sunday at 10am. Visit www.essexcrc.ca for a link to our social media page for upcoming services, information, and updates.Enjoyour
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Trinity Anglican Church
Keep cool in our air conditioned sanctuary! Brian
By-law 2167 came into effect on September 6, 2022. For a copy of the Bylaw, please visit https://www.essex.ca/en/Signs.aspx
SEPT. 24 - CAR SMASH FUNDRAISER -for Lola’s Roundtable from 9am - 12pm at Onyx Fitness. 35 Victoria Ave Unit 3, Essex.
An evening of Healing Through Music and Prayer will take place on September 28th at 7pm. All are welcome.
On September 6, 2022, Council approved By-law 2167, the new Town of Essex comprehensive sign by-law. Sanctioned under Section 11(3)7 of the Municipal Act, 2001, Council has the authority to adopt a sign by-law to regulate the placement and erection of all signage in the Town.
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The Wednesday winners were: Shirley Doey with high, Tom Dewhurst with most Peppers, and Terry Durance with low score.
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If you have a garden, please share any extra produce with our local food banks.
The card winners for the week of September 5 were: Terry Durance with high score, Gary West with most Peppers, and Richard Noel with low on the Monday.
We contiue to pray for God’s blessing on all of Essex County. Let us know how we can, more specifically, pray for you. (email: pastor@essexbaptist.com). 71 Maidstone Ave East.
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For more information about other meetings and service times, please visit: antiochcanada.ca
Keep up-to-date here: www.essexunitedchurch.ca. and social media pages.
Essex Baptist Church
Our congregation is open and welcomes you to join us for Sunday worship at 10:30am. Recorded messages are on our website at: www.essexbaptist.com
conditioned and wheelchair accessible.
Youth meet on Fridays at 7:30pm (doors open at 7pm). Young Adults meet every other Saturday at 7:30pm.
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Antioch Church, located at 455 County Rd. 34 W. Essex, invites you to join them for their Sunday Services at 10am - Children’s Ministry Classes are available during service for ages 18 month - Grade 6, beginning at 10:30am.
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The Essex Food Bank is open - Tuesdays and Thursdays, 8:30am – 11:45pm. The phone number is: 519-776-4070.
Please join us as we welcome back Rev. Paul. All are welcome, the service begins at 10am. Our building is air
Essex K of C is hosting a Euchre night on Monday, September 19th at 7pm at Holy Name of Jesus parish hall.New office hours are Monday to Friday, 9am to 4pm.
There is a UCW Meeting on Monday, October 17th at 1pm in Simpkins Hall. All ladies of the congregation are invited and welcome to attend.
For up to date news please visit our website or find us on social media or at: centralessexcatholic.dol Please keep all the shut-ins and sick in your prayers.
We are planning a Fall Bazaar that will take place in the church hall on Saturday, November 19th.
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There is no Sunday School or Children’s Drop-In Centre available at this time. The secretary is available Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9 am to 1 pm, at (519) 723-2284 or email bethelmaidstone@gmail.com. We are located at 933 Talbot Road, Maidstone, near the corner of Manning and Talbot, or visit online: www.bethelmaidstone.com.
Ewan Woodsit, a Polish immigrant, came to Essex County to farm over 100 years ago. With his sister and small family left in Poland, Ewan sent for his wife Parasha and son Ely. They all faced a new country, new way of life, new language, and new surname since many immigrants had their names changed at the border.
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They settled on Concession B marshlands growing onions, corn, and soybeans. Ewan bought his brand new 1948 GMC 1 ton pickup from Ray Young which served well for farming duties and also became the family vehicle. In 1950, needing another vehicle, they purchased a used 3 ton 1950 Ford 150.
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1948 GMC with Marena Woodsit, June 1986.
Years later, the family had greenhouses and a peach orchard on Talbot West, a small farm in Staples, and Eugene’s farm on Talbot East still using the two trucks purchased years before.
When grandsons Eugene and William grew up and continued with the family farming, both trucks were used and shared among grandfather, father, and brothers.Ewan died in 1963 leaving behind his wife, son, grandsons, and a great granddaughter Marena: “I remember riding in those trucks like everyday vehicles with tiny back window, huge stick shift, and dashboard with large buttons. Until I saw an episode of the Waltons driving a similar vehicle did I realize we had some pretty old trucks.”
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Both trucks were sold in the late 1980s, with Eugene remembering the ‘48 GMC purchased by a collector. sympatico.ca
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a report of a sexual assault which occurred on Amy Croft Drive in the Municipality of Lakeshore.Atapproximately 8:45 p.m. on Thursday, September 1, 2022, the female victim was jogging when she was confronted by a stranger. The victim was able to quickly run to a place of safety.
Verbeek noted as part of the Highway 3 widening, the MTO will add extended active living paths at Victoria Avenue, underneath the overpass.
Vander Doelen brought up his idea of extending the pier at the Colchester Harbour a couple hundred feet. He has brought this up at Council before, and realizes there are barriers to getting it done, specifically in costing and getting Ministry approval to move forward.
been used for different political leaders, starting 20-years ago. He said the signs are obnoxious, but free speech is more important than a few people being offended.
On Monday, Essex Council assembled to host a Committee of the Whole meeting, which provides an opportunity to have a roundtable discussion on various departmental matters.CAO Doug Sweet presided over the meeting, allowing Council an opportunity to discuss an array of topics, and ask questions of Administration, in a more informal manner that would not be possible through a regular Council meeting.Leading up to the meeting, Councillors had a chance to send a list of items they wished to speak about at the meeting. Some of the topics brought forward spoke of current or future Town policies, while others focused on
Morassut said the site for the future new Fire Station # 3 will be looked at as the Town begins updating the Parks and Recreation Master Plan in the coming months.
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Vander Doelen’s idea would connect to the existing greenway at Sadler’s Nature Park.
Complex also has potential to grow as an event centre. She said the future location for Fire Station 3 is a big decision and hopes it will be heavily vetted.
He believes the extension would be great for tourism, allowing for fishing, bench areas, and walking out to the end point. He suggested, if there is interest, a 20-year program be utilized to make it work.
Jake Morassut, Director of Community Services, said he could reach out to the Ministry to see what steps need to be done in order to accomplish that, and provide that info for Council to get an understanding of the process.Councillor Jason Matyi
infrastructure and budget priorities.Councillor Sherry Bondy spoke of Harrow Streetscape deficiencies and parking issues, and relayed concerns to Administration.CouncillorKim Verbeek spoke of inappropriate flags and signage on private property, specifically of a political nature. She noted she has received complaints about these slogans from residents, who were most concerned about some of them being up around schools.
Chief Building Inspector, Kevin Carter, spoke of the Sign By-Law, but also suggested not proceeding on the matter, because of the Charter of Rights.Councillor Chris Vander Doelen agreed with Carter, noting such slogans have
see a pedestrian/cyclist bridge over Highway 3. He suggested a 10-year plan to implement such infrastructure, should Council want to consider it.
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Bondy also spoke of finding the future location of the new Fire Station 3 facility. At a previous Council meeting, it was suggested the Harrow Soccer Complex be used as the future site. Bondy was at an event at this site recently, and had some concerns and thoughts about this property as the future location. She added the Harrow Soccer
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Matyi also spoke of parking enforcement and security at the Colchester Harbour as it relates to overnight parking. He said residents have brought concerns to him about cars being parked there overnight.Morassut said his department is working on the Parks By-Law, which will look at addressing overnight parking.
Bondy said she would like there to be designated
spoke of coming across stand alone, portable washroom units he learned about while at the recent AMO conference, and brought this idea forward for Council to consider in park areas that currently do not have washroom facilities.There were some Councillors who liked the idea to try one out eventually. CAO Doug Sweet also suggested one could be used for events as well.Bondy asked about the process of site plans and penalties if they are not followed. Staff from the Planning Department detailed the checks and balances that goes into the process, and detailed all the phases that have to be undertaken before plans areWithapproved.Essex County being flat, Vander Doelen would like to
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A report on the devices will come to Council in October.
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Staff spoke of the recently adopted Development Standards Manual, which guides developers. This could be looked at and tweaked, if Council wishes, in 2023.
Bondy said there still is not a solution to address speeding, and wanted to discuss ways to look at the matter. Matyi asked if the Town could ask for more enforcement from the police.Sweet noted in the 2022 Budget, Council had
They plan to return to Council in November, hopefully with more data.
implement traffic calming measures and can assist police in knowing where problem areas are.
Councillor Matyi asked about the process for accessible audits of Town facilities, trails, and sidewalks to ensure they continue to meet AODA requirements.Morassutsaid there are requirements the Town has to follow. There is a plan to train a staff member on facility audits, so this individual can assist with future planning, etc.
The six songs on the EP span more thanLatam22-minutes.noted the group’s sound is influenced from classic rock and roll, pointing to the British Invasion period. As the songwriter, Latam said, in a way, the pandemic helped with the creative process and gave him material to use in the songs.
first lockdown happened.
“There’s ‘Stray Dog,’ which is kind of about just finding freedom in your own life and, I guess, I found creative freedom during the pandemic,” Latam said, as he recounted his creative process.“The song ‘Second Hand’ is about just being resourceful; something a lot of people had to tap into [in] kind of making the most of the situation. Then there’s ‘Stride On,’ which is now our mantra, moving forward regardless of what’sWhilehappening.”theband is not a heavy live performance band, and focuses rather on studio sessions, Latam said the group is excited to be back performing once again.Learn more about Justin Latam & The Stride visit JustinLatam.ca.
The Town did purchase some data-capturing devices that will record where and when speeding is anThatissue.data can be used to
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Councillors also spoke of how sidewalks on both sides of the street could affectMatyiparking.and Bondy also brought up the ongoing issue of speeding in the municipality and traffic enforcement.
overnight parking areas, so those who come from outof-town to cycle the local trails can register to use one for a few nights. This would help promote cycletourism, she Followingsaid.up on the meeting Council hosted with representatives of Hydro One in August, Bondy noted there was not a lot of data available for that meeting and hoped a follow-up meeting will be held to further the discussion.Sweethas followed up with the Hydro One reps since that August meeting, and was told they did not have much data about momentary outages and flickers, because there were limited calls from residents about them. They are planning to send a letter to residents, letting them know where they can send that information.
Matyi also spoke of an idea of creating a reserve to bring infrastructure up to AODA standards that can be used to support requirements as they come up.Another topic Matyi suggested was possibly requiring sidewalks to be added to both sides of streets in new developments. He wondered if there was an
the option to add a traffic enforcement officer, which would have cost $190,000 per year, but it did not pass.
“After the release of the album, we wanted to keep the momentum going, but with no opportunities for live performances, we decided to keep the wheels moving and create some new music,” Latam noted. “We just tried to meet whenever possible. Originally, it was not going to be a record at all, but as the lockdowns continued, we eventually had enough music for an EP.”
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Staff also noted there would be additional costs to developers to do so, and further noted there is limited right-of-way space available.Councillor Vander Doelen has spoken in support of sidewalks in the past. He liked that Matyi had brought up this idea. He suggested, perhaps, instead of every street in developments being required to have sidewalks on both sides, an alternative Council could consider having that requirement on the main street in a new subdivision.
Staff are being trained how to work the device.
Justin Latam & The Stride prepare for new EP...
Council hosts roundtable to discuss an array of Town-related matters...
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