Lakeshore public meetings in 2024

Special Council Meeting

The Lakeshore Special Council will open the meeting, move into a closed session to discuss a proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land in the Summit Street and Marla Crescent area, record any pecuniary interest disclosures, and then adjourn.

• Call to Order
• Closed Session to discuss a proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land in the Summit Street and Marla Crescent area (per Municipal Act paragraph 239(2)(c))
• Disclosures of Pecuniary Interest
• Adjournment

Hearing Committee

The Lakeshore Hearing Committee will hold a hearing on an appeal of an Animal Care and Control By-law order concerning a dangerous dog. The hearing will include presentations by the respondent and the appellant, questions from committee members, and a final decision to confirm, rescind, or modify the order. The committee will also vote to approve the minutes from the October 10, 2024 meeting.

• Appeal of Order - Animal Care and Control By-law (Dangerous Dog Order)
• Presentation by Respondent
• Presentation by Appellant
• Committee decision options: confirm, rescind, or modify the order
• Approval of October 10, 2024 meeting minutes

Regular Council Meeting

The Lakeshore Council will consider and vote on ten by‑laws, including a parkland dedication by‑law, a marriage licence modernization agreement, a source‑water protection enforcement transfer, an OCWA service agreement, and several amendments related to the River Ridge Phase 7 subdivision. The meeting also includes a closed session for training on by‑law enforcement and litigation matters, and a presentation of the 2025 Essex County OPP Detachment budget. All listed by‑laws are recommended for reading and passage in open session.

• By‑law 110‑2024 – dedication of parkland or cash in lieu thereof
• By‑law 113‑2024 – agreement for Marriage Licence Modernization Phase 2
• By‑law 119‑2024 – Source Water Protection Plan Part IV Enforcement Transfer with ERCA
• By‑law 120‑2024 – Operations and Maintenance Service Agreement with OCWA for 2025
• By‑laws 114‑2024, 115‑2024, 116‑2024 – River Ridge Phase 7 subdivision amendment and Part Lot Control exemptions

Drainage Board

The Drainage Board is meeting to open the Court of Revision to consider appeals regarding By-law 95-2024. The board will also discuss the adoption of a Schedule of Assessment for the Hostine Drain East Branch.

• Consideration of appeals for By-law 95-2024
• Proposed adoption of Schedule of Assessment for Hostine Drain East Branch based on Rood Engineering Inc. report dated September 12, 2024
• Discussion of a letter from a landowner regarding the Hostine Drain East Branch

Committee of Adjustment

The Lakeshore Committee of Adjustment will consider approval of consent application B‑08‑2024 for a surplus dwelling lot at 16325 Lakeshore Road and consent application B‑13‑2024 for a lot addition linking 2380 and 2368 Lakeshore Road. Both applications include multiple conditions such as surveys, tax payment, deed stamping and zoning amendments. The meeting will also address unfinished business, approve the November 13, 2024 minutes, and adjourn.

• Approve B‑08‑2024: creation of one surplus dwelling lot (~4,479.87 m²) at 16325 Lakeshore Road with conditions on reference plan, water well, parkland dedication fee, zoning amendment and other requirements
• Approve B‑13‑2024: sever ~900 m² from 2380 Lakeshore Road to add to the rear of 2368 Lakeshore Road, subject to survey, tax payment, deed stamping, drainage agreement and a notice about the “h9” holding symbol
• Approve minutes of the November 13, 2024 meeting
• Complete unfinished business (no specific items listed)
• Adjourn the meeting

CAO Hiring Committee

The CAO Hiring Committee will meet to approve minutes from a previous session and discuss the recruitment of a Chief Administrative Officer. The meeting will include a closed session to discuss personal matters regarding potential candidates.

• Approval of November 18, 2024 meeting minutes
• Discussion of Chief Administrative Officer recruitment
• Closed session regarding personal matters of identifiable individuals

Regular Council Meeting

The Lakeshore Council will consider a long‑term borrowing of $45,281,427.72 to fund the expansion of the Denis St. Pierre Water Treatment Plant. Other agenda items include a zoning by‑law amendment for 12100 Lakeshore Road 303, tender awards for a health‑and‑safety audit ($82,500 plus $32,500 reserve) and a bridge over Renaud Line Drain ($275,260.80), and an update to the Site Plan Control By‑law. A closed session will address labour relations and employee negotiations for non‑union staff.

• Zoning By‑law Amendment (ZBA‑17‑2024) for 12100 Lakeshore Road 303
• Tender award $82,500 (plus $32,500 reserve) for Health & Safety Program audit
• Long‑term borrowing authorization of $45,281,427.72 for Denis St. Pierre plant expansion
• Tender award $275,260.80 for Bridge over Renaud Line Drain
• Site Plan Control By‑law Update (By‑law 106‑2024)

CAO Hiring Committee

The Lakeshore CAO Hiring Committee will review meeting minutes and discuss the recruitment of a Chief Administrative Officer. The meeting includes a recommendation to enter closed session to discuss personal matters related to the recruitment process.

• Approval of October 16, 2024 meeting minutes
• Discussion of unfinished business
• Recommendation to enter closed session for CAO recruitment
• Review of reports for information and direction

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will consider several minor variance applications, including 21 semi‑detached lots on Xavier Circle, an accessory building at 1819 County Road 27, and porch setback reliefs at 15940 Couture Beach Road. It will also review consent applications to create or separate lots at 1370 Lakeshore Road 203, 0 Orsini Court, and 475 & 477 Charron Beach Road. Decisions will include approvals with conditions as recommended in the agenda.

• Minor variance A‑18‑2024: approve 21 semi‑detached lots on Xavier Circle
• Minor variance A‑28‑2024: approve accessory building at 1819 County Road 27 (max 143.07 m², height 5.27 m)
• Minor variance A‑30‑2024: approve porch setback reliefs at 15940 Couture Beach Road
• Consent B‑09‑2024: approve creation of a 1.71‑acre lot at 1370 Lakeshore Road 203
• Consent B‑11‑2024: approve two semi‑detached residential lots at 0 Orsini Court

Executive Committee

The agenda contains no listed items. The meeting appears to be procedural with no decisions or discussions recorded.

Regular Council Meeting

The Lakeshore Council will consider several by‑laws, including an interim tax levy and authorizations for borrowing. It will approve a temporary borrowing of up to $4,700,000 to cover current expenditures for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2025. Additional items include a $2,000,000 drainage borrowing, a development‑charge amendment for 1650 Manning Road, and the discontinuation of the Dog Tag Registration Program.

• Authorize temporary borrowing of up to $4,700,000 for 2025 fiscal year expenditures
• Drainage borrowing by‑law to raise $2,000,000 under the Tile Drainage Act
• Amendment to Development Charge By‑law extending demolition credit at 1650 Manning Road
• Discontinuation of the Municipality’s Dog Tag Registration Program in 2025
• Regional IT Mutual Aid Agreement authorizing execution by the Mayor and CAO

Drainage Board

The Lakeshore Drainage Board will open a Court of Revision to hear appeals related to By-law 98-2024. It will consider the Bridge over the Renaud Line Drain, adopt the Schedule of Assessment prepared by N.J. Peralta Engineering Ltd., and adopt By-law 98-2024 for the new drain. The meeting will also approve the minutes from the October 9, 2024 Board meeting and then close the Court of Revision.

• Approve minutes of the October 9, 2024 Drainage Board meeting
• Open Court of Revision to consider appeals concerning By-law 98-2024
• Review report for the Bridge over the Renaud Line Drain (D23-095)
• Adopt Schedule of Assessment for the new bridge drain (prepared by N.J. Peralta Engineering Ltd.)
• Adopt By-law 98-2024 for the Bridge over the Renaud Line Drain and close the Court of Revision

Regular Council Meeting

The Lakeshore Council is deciding on several large construction tenders and the allocation of 2023 year-end budget surpluses. The body is also reviewing a community benefit agreement for battery storage and the 2025 meeting schedule.

• Public Works West Yard Upgrade tender award to Barrineti Construction Ltd for $1,851,930.24
• Town Hall Renovations tender award to Fina Construction Ltd for $994,606.62
• ATRC Glycol Warm Floor Rink Piping tender award to Lekter Industrial Services Inc. for $297,000
• Approval of $2,002,884 taxation-supported surplus for the year ended December 31, 2023
• Community Benefit Agreement with Tilbury Battery Storage Inc. (By-law 99-2024)

CAO Hiring Committee

The CAO Hiring Committee will approve the minutes from the October 7, 2024 meeting. It will then move into a closed session under Municipal Act paragraph 239(2)(b) to address personal matters related to the recruitment of a Chief Administrative Officer. The meeting will conclude with an adjournment.

• Approve minutes of the October 7, 2024 meeting
• Move into closed session to discuss CAO recruitment per Municipal Act 239(2)(b)
• Adjourn the meeting

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will consider three applications: two minor variance requests for accessory buildings at 3194 St. Clair Road and 1292 County Road 31, and a consent application to create a new 2.8‑acre lot at 15709 Lakeshore Road 309. Each application is recommended for approval with specific conditions. The meeting will also approve the minutes from the September 18 meeting and address new business.

• A-23-2024 – Minor variance at 3194 St. Clair Road: increase accessory building floor area to 177.5 m² and height to 5.07 m, with demolition of existing garage.
• A-29-2024 – Minor variance at 1292 County Road 31: increase accessory building floor area to 130.81 m² and height to 7.4 m for a second‑storey addition.
• B-10-2024 – Consent for new lot at 15709 Lakeshore Road 309 (≈2.8 acres, 94.49 m frontage) with ten conditions including reference plan, septic inspection, park fee, zoning amendment, and deadline of 17 Oct 2026.
• Approval of September 18 meeting minutes.
• Presentation of PPS 2024 for the Committee of Adjustment.

Hearing Committee

The Lakeshore Hearing Committee will hold a hearing on an appeal of an Animal Care and Control By-law order concerning a dangerous dog. The hearing will include presentations by the respondent and the appellant, as well as questions from committee members. After the presentations, the committee will decide whether to confirm, rescind, or modify the order. The agenda also includes approval of the June 6, 2024 meeting minutes.

• Appeal of Order – Animal Care and Control By-law (dangerous dog order)
• Presentation by the respondent
• Presentation by the appellant
• Committee decision options: confirm, rescind, or modify the order
• Approval of June 6, 2024 meeting minutes

Drainage Board

The Drainage Board is meeting to review engineering reports and recommend by-laws for several drainage projects. The board will also open a Court of Revision to consider appeals regarding By-law 86-2024.

• Recommendation for By-Law 95-2024 regarding Hostine Drain East Branch
• Recommendation for By-Law 98-2024 regarding Bridge over the Renaud Line Drain
• Adoption of Schedule of Assessment and recommendation for By-Law 86-2024 for the St. Pierre Drain
• Opening of the Court of Revision for appeals regarding By-law 86-2024

Regular Council Meeting

Council is deciding on a significant digital transformation project and reviewing the 2024 Water Wastewater Master Plan. The meeting includes votes on professional service contracts and an agreement to install cameras for the Lakeshore Canadiens.

• ERP Implementation Plan award to BDO Canada and Microsoft Dynamics 365 for $800,000
• Water Wastewater Master Plan update and proposed $95,000 for rate and development charge studies
• Professional services contract for Energy Conservation and Demand Management Plan to Aladaco Consulting Inc. for $127,200
• Amendment to Lakeshore Canadiens agreement to install streaming cameras at Atlas Tube Recreation Centre
• Appointment of Ed Hooker to the Essex County OPP Detachment Board 1

CAO Hiring Committee

The CAO Hiring Committee is meeting to approve previous minutes and conduct recruitment activities. The committee is scheduled to move into a closed session to discuss personal matters regarding the recruitment of a Chief Administrative Officer.

• Approval of September 20, 2024 meeting minutes
• Approval of September 23, 2024 meeting minutes
• Closed session for recruitment of a Chief Administrative Officer

Regular Council Meeting - Planning Act

The council will fill the Ward 2 councillor vacancy with By‑law 90‑2024 and appoint Michael Hoffman to the Dog Pound Committee. It will approve two zoning by‑law amendments—ZBA‑12‑2024 for 0 Rourke Line Road and ZBA‑14‑2024 for 1477 County Road 22—changing the lands from Mixed‑Use Exception 37 to Mixed‑Use Holding Provision 30. The council also supports the draft subdivision plan for those parcels and authorizes a subdivision agreement for River Ridge Phase 8 under By‑law 85‑2024. Additional items include a green‑house business park study update with no further action and a heritage committee recommendation.

• By‑law 90‑2024 to fill the Ward 2 councillor vacancy
• Appointment of Michael Hoffman to the Dog Pound Committee
• Zoning By‑law Amendment ZBA‑12‑2024 (0 Rourke Line Road) – rezoning to Mixed‑Use Holding Provision 30
• Zoning By‑law Amendment ZBA‑14‑2024 (1477 County Road 22) – rezoning to Mixed‑Use Holding Provision 30
• By‑law 85‑2024 authorizing the subdivision agreement for River Ridge Phase 8

Regular Council Meeting

The Lakeshore Council will consider several financial and operational items, including a municipal tax reduction of $11,530.54, the award of major public‑works contracts, and the adoption of a new Enterprise Resource Planning system costing $800,000. The meeting also includes discussion of the Fire Master Plan, by‑law readings, and a request for a traffic study on Renaud Line Road and County Road 42.

• Authorize a $11,530.54 reduction of municipal taxes under Section 357 for 2022‑2024.
• Award a $391,090 contract to Sherway Construction (Windsor) Limited for the 2023 Culvert Replacement on South Middle Road over Government Drain.
• Approve a $800,000 Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Implementation Plan with BDO Canada and Microsoft Dynamics 365.
• Approve a $240,000 contract for a new salt storage facility, a $40,094 contract for asphalt perimeter, and a $65,818 overage to complete the salt shed project.
• Extend the M&M Concessions contract at the Atlas Tube Recreation Centre for an additional two years.

CAO Hiring Committee

The Lakeshore CAO Hiring Committee will meet on September 23, 2024 to conduct routine business such as call to order, disclosures, and approval of minutes. The primary agenda item is a closed‑session discussion, as required by Municipal Act, 2001 paragraph 239(2)(b), to consider personal matters about an identifiable individual related to the recruitment of a Chief Administrative Officer. The meeting will adjourn after the closed session.

• Closed session to discuss personal matters about a CAO candidate per Municipal Act 239(2)(b)
• Call to Order
• Disclosures of Pecuniary Interest
• Approval of Minutes
• Reports for Information and Direction

CAO Hiring Committee

The agenda for the Lakeshore CAO Hiring Committee meeting on 2024-09-20 does not list any items, proposals, or decisions. No contracts, rezoning, ordinances, or fee changes are mentioned. The document appears to be a procedural placeholder with no substantive agenda content.

Committee of Adjustment

The Lakeshore Committee of Adjustment will consider several minor variance applications for accessory structures and a sunroom at properties on Harvest Lane, Manning Road, St. Clair Road, and Faith Drive. It will also approve three 25‑year lease consents (B‑04, B‑06, B‑07) that include renewal terms and require surveys, tax payment, and filing of registration documents. Additionally, the committee will vote on a condition change for consent B‑12‑2023 at 492 County Road 8.

• Minor variance A-24-2024 – sunroom addition at 395 Harvest Lane
• Minor variance A-25-2024 – accessory building setback relief at 3362 Manning Road
• Minor variance A-26-2024 – reduced setback for accessory building at 2358 St. Clair Road
• Minor variance A-27-2024 – size and height relief for accessory building at 1220 Faith Drive
• Approve three 25‑year lease consents (B-04, B-06, B-07) with renewal options and conditions

Drainage Board

The Lakeshore Drainage Board is meeting to review a report regarding the St. Pierre Drain. The board will consider adopting an engineering report and recommending a by-law for first and second reading.

• Adoption of N.J. Peralta Engineering Ltd. report dated August 23, 2024, for St. Pierre Drain (D23-057)
• Recommendation of By-Law 86-2024 for first and second reading

Accessibility Advisory Committee

The committee will approve the minutes from the July 10, 2024 meeting. It will review two unfinished projects – the Accessibility Fest For All and the Accessible Path at Optimist Park. New business includes discussion of an AODA assessment request for proposals and the upcoming budget.

• Approve July 10, 2024 meeting minutes
• Accessibility Fest For All (unfinished business)
• Optimist Park - Accessible Path (unfinished business)
• AODA Assessment – Request for Proposals (new business)
• Budget (new business)

Regular Council Meeting

The council will consider and approve Zoning By-law Amendment ZBA-80-2024 to allow additional residential units and update the Official Plan sections. It will also approve the Lakeshore 2023 Community Risk Assessment and adopt the 2022 audited financial statements. Tender awards for a new bridge over the Leffler Drain (High Tech Drive) and for Little Baseline Road Drain East improvements will be authorized.

• Approve Zoning By-law Amendment ZBA-80-2024 for additional residential units and update Official Plan sections
• Award contract to Rudak Excavating Inc. for new bridge over Leffler Drain (High Tech Drive) – $109,697.28 (incl. HST)
• Award contract to Murray Mills Excavating & Trucking (Sarnia) Ltd. for Little Baseline Road Drain East improvements – $111,545.24 (incl. HST)
• Approve Lakeshore 2023 Community Risk Assessment and direct submission to the Office of the Fire Marshal
• Approve 2022 audited consolidated financial statements and related reserve fund statements

CAO Hiring Committee

The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and software interface text. No specific discussion items or decisions are listed.

CAO Hiring Committee

The CAO Hiring Committee is meeting to conduct initial activities regarding the recruitment of a Chief Administrative Officer. The committee is recommended to move into a closed session to discuss personal matters about identifiable individuals.

• Closed session for recruitment of a Chief Administrative Officer

Special Council Meeting

Council is discussing a motion by Deputy Mayor Walstedt to reconsider Resolution #266-08-2024. The proposal suggests switching from Option #2 to Option #1 to allow 4 units as-of-right via a Zoning By-law Amendment to apply for Housing Accelerator Fund funding.

• Reconsideration of Resolution #266-08-2024 regarding Housing Accelerator Funding – Round 2
• Proposed Zoning By-law Amendment to allow 4 units as-of-right
• Proposed amendment to the Housing Action Plan

Committee of Adjustment

The Lakeshore Committee of Adjustment will consider three minor‑variance applications and a deferred item. It will vote to approve the variances for 435 Lakeview Drive, 1107 Charlotte Crescent, and the enlargement of the storage building at 12960 Laforet Beach Rd, each with conditions. The committee will also approve the minutes from the July 17, 2024 meeting.

• Approve minor variance for 435 Lakeview Drive – accessory building setbacks and larger floor area
• Approve minor variance for 1107 Charlotte Crescent – pool house, shed, and equipment setbacks
• Approve enlargement of legal non‑conforming storage building at 12960 Laforet Beach Rd – height limit and structural conditions
• Approve minutes of the July 17, 2024 Committee of Adjustment meeting

Regular Council Meeting

The Council will discuss several infrastructure investments, including new fire pumpers and sidewalk construction. The meeting also includes a public hearing for a zoning amendment and discussions on housing and heritage strategies.

• Purchase of two new pumpers for Engine 5 and Tanker 2 for $2,071,284
• 2024 Sidewalk Construction Program tender award to Giorgi Bros (1994) Inc for $294,274.77 plus $25,000 for Christina Avenue
• Zoning By-law Amendment ZBA-10-2024 to rezone 475 Rochester Townline Road from Agriculture to Agriculture Zone Exception 1
• Tile loan application for Tyson Ruston at 0 County Road 46 in the amount of $50,000
• Proposal to allocate $5,000 in the 2025 budget for heritage property promotion and education

Drainage Board

The Lakeshore Drainage Board agenda for August 12, 2024 contains no listed items or decisions. The document consists mainly of placeholders and boilerplate text. As such, the meeting appears to be procedural with no specific actions identified.

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will review a minor variance application (A‑19‑2024) for 469 Lakeview Drive, which seeks several reliefs from Lakeshore Zoning By‑law 2‑2012, including increased building height and front‑yard setbacks. The Committee will also consider a consent application (B‑05‑2024) for 1287 & 1287 County Road 22, with a recommendation to defer the consent pending access clarification. In addition, the Committee will approve the minutes from the June 19 meeting and address unfinished business and new business items.

• A‑19‑2024 minor variance for 469 Lakeview Drive: height increase to 6.4 m, front‑yard AC unit allowance, deck encroachment up to 4.57 m, parking setback of 1 m, and front‑yard setback reduction to 2.9 m.
• B‑05‑2024 consent for 1287 & 1287 County Road 22: recommendation to defer until access for severed and retained lots is demonstrated.
• Approval of June 19 Committee of Adjustment meeting minutes.
• Completion of unfinished business.
• Consideration of new business items.

Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Accessibility Advisory Committee will address AODA built environment recommendations and updates regarding the 2023-2028 Accessibility Plan. The agenda also includes LAAC training and approval of February 23, 2024 minutes.

• Approval of February 23, 2024 meeting minutes
• Accessibility Plan 2023-2028 updates
• LAAC Training
• AODA Built Environment Recommendations

Regular Council Meeting

The Lakeshore Council will review the proposed 2024 budget for the Essex County OPP Detachment Board #1. The agenda also includes an expression of interest for the Lakeview Pier Development Project and potential changes to by-law enforcement. Additionally, councillors have proposed amendments regarding recreational vehicle storage on canal-side properties.

• Approval of 2024 budget for Essex County OPP Detachment Board #1
• Expression of Interest for the Lakeview Pier Development Project
• Proposed zoning amendment for RV and trailer storage near canals
• Report on adding evening and weekend by-law compliance officer shifts
• Review of the 2023 Source Water Protection Annual Reports

Drainage Board

The provided document contains only procedural software interface text. No specific discussion topics or decisions are listed for this meeting.

Regular Council Meeting

The Lakeshore Council is reviewing zoning amendments for properties on O’Brien Sideroad and County Road 46. The agenda also includes approving renovation plans for Town Hall and the Operations Centre with an additional $330,000. Additionally, council will consider new customer service standards and software expansion costs.

• Zoning amendments for 1475 O’Brien Sideroad and 1162 County Road 46
• $330,000 allocation for Town Hall and Operations Centre renovations
• $208,000 expansion of PSD Citywide software for customer service
• Adoption of the Lakeshore Public Art Policy
• Support for River Ridge Phase 8 subdivision application

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee is reviewing minor variance applications for new dwellings at 843 Lakeshore Park Road and 1422 Caille Avenue. The agenda also includes a request to change conditions for a property at 3225 Gracey Sideroad.

• Minor variance at 843 Lakeshore Park Road for front yard setback and staircase encroachment
• Minor variance at 1422 Caille Avenue for railway, private road, and parking setbacks
• Request to change conditions for 3225 Gracey Sideroad regarding grain bin removal

Special Council Meeting

The Council will review new zoning regulations to permit additional residential units without site-specific amendments. Agenda items also include awarding a park trail replacement contract and approving a childcare services agreement with the City of Windsor. Additionally, the meeting covers user fee amendments and a sports hall of fame lease.

• $131,636.74 tender award to Quinlan Inc for the 2024 Park Trail and Pathway Replacement Program
• Designation of Sunsplash (July 12-14, 2024) as a municipally significant event
• Five-year licensing agreement with Lakeshore Sports Excellence Hall of Fame
• New zoning regulations for Additional Residential Units
• Amendment to the 2024 User Fee By-Law

Regular Council Meeting

The meeting includes a recommendation to refuse a zoning amendment for an event venue at 1356 County Road 46. Council will also discuss updates to the Water Wastewater Master Plan and review several service contracts. Additionally, new by-laws regarding noise regulations and Enbridge Gas road use agreements are on the agenda.

• Refusal of zoning amendment for an event venue at 1356 County Road 46
• $445,912.32 contract for fleet equipment from Delta Power Equipment Ltd.
• $152,437.00 contract for ATRC tennis and pickleball court resurfacing
• $245,698.51 contract for watermain replacements on Tellier, Riverside, and Deerbrook Drive
• New by-law to regulate nuisance noise in the municipality

Hearing Committee

The Lakeshore Hearing Committee will hold a hearing regarding an appeal of an order for a property at 2125 Big Creek Drive. Committee members will hear presentations and questions from both the respondent and appellant before deciding to confirm, rescind, or modify the original order. The remainder of the agenda covers routine procedural matters, including selecting committee leadership and approving previous minutes.

• Appeal hearing for an order at 2125 Big Creek Drive
• Selection of Hearing Committee Chair and Vice-Chair
• Approval of previous meeting minutes