LaSalle public meetings in 2021
78 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
eSCRIBE
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Committee of Adjustment Meeting
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Planning Advisory Committee Meeting
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By-Law Committee
This is the agenda for the LaSalle, ON By-Law Committee meeting on December 21, 2021. The agenda contains only boilerplate interface text and no substantive items, decisions, or discussions. It appears to be a placeholder or empty agenda with no listed business.
Parks, Recreation and Events Committee Meeting
This agenda for the LaSalle Parks, Recreation and Events Committee meeting on December 16, 2021 contains only procedural boilerplate and embedded content placeholders. No specific agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics are listed in the provided text.
Regular Council Meeting
The Town of LaSalle Council is meeting to consider a range of reports and by-laws, including a request to extend draft approval for Phase 3B of the Forest Trail Estates Subdivision, a minor variance for the Malden Square pylon sign, and the 2022 insurance renewal. Council will also vote on several by-laws covering appointments, an alley closure, and the Emergency Response Plan.
- Forest Trail Subdivision Phase 3B draft approval extension request (3 years)
- Minor variance to increase height of Malden Square pylon sign
- 2022 insurance renewal with Frank Cowan Company, plus cyber insurance purchase
- By-law 8649 to close and sell an alley west of Lots 1-4, Registered Plan 843
- By-law 8648 authorizing vote-counting equipment for 2022 municipal election
Council approved a one-year garbage collection extension with GFL Environmental Inc. and authorized continued negotiations if GFL is the sole bidder. They also approved a revised Emergency Response Plan, a minor variance for a pylon sign at Malden Square, and a new Drainage Billing and Collection Policy. All motions were carried unanimously.
- Approved one-year garbage collection extension with GFL (carried)
- Approved revised Emergency Response Plan by By-law 8650 (carried)
- Approved minor variance to increase Malden Square pylon sign height (carried)
- Approved Drainage Billing and Collection Policy (carried)
- Appointed Michael Cappucci as Drainage Superintendent (carried)
- Approved 2022 insurance renewal with Frank Cowan Company, excluding cyber; purchased cyber insurance through CFC Underwriting (carried)
- Approved Option 2 for alternating parking: maintain in new developments, prepare procedure for existing (carried)
- Approved 10 by-laws including alley closure, vote-counting equipment, and agreements (carried)
Accessibility Advisory Committee Meeting
This is the agenda for the LaSalle, ON Accessibility Advisory Committee meeting on December 7, 2021. The agenda contains only boilerplate navigation text and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics. It appears to be a procedural placeholder with no substantive content.
Regular Council Meeting
LaSalle Council is meeting to decide on several items, including approving a revised LaSalle Police Service fee schedule, authorizing negotiations with Transit Windsor for a contract extension for the LaSalle 25 transit route, and receiving reports on the proposed 2022 budget, waterfront park railing treatment, and the Sprucewood Condo Project. Council will also give readings to by-laws for developer agreements, police fees, and an alley closure.
- Approve revised LaSalle Police Service fee schedule and repeal By-laws #6489, #7347, #7792
- Authorize negotiations with Transit Windsor for LaSalle 25 transit route contract extension
- Receive proposed 2022 budget reports (FIN-33-2021)
- By-law 8640: impose fees for LaSalle Police Service
- By-law 8641: close and sell alley system in Registered Plan 664
Council approved the revised LaSalle Police Service fee schedule and authorized repeal of three related by-laws, adopting By-law 8640. It also authorized negotiations with Transit Windsor for a contract extension on the LaSalle 25 route, and passed five by-laws covering a severance agreement, a site plan agreement, police fees, an alley closure, and a transfer payment agreement. All motions carried as presented.
- Approved revised LaSalle Police Service fee schedule and adopted By-law 8640, repealing By-laws #6489, #7347, and #7792.
- Authorized administration to enter negotiations with Transit Windsor for a contract extension for the LaSalle 25 transit route.
- Received CUPE correspondence on OMERS investment performance for information.
- Received County of Essex correspondence on the Accelerated High Speed Internet Program (AHSIP).
- Received report on waterfront park railing treatment.
- Received proposed 2022 budget release and highlights report.
- Received update on the Sprucewood Condo Project.
- Passed By-laws 8621, 8622, 8640, 8641, and 8642 (first, second, and third reading).
Water and Wastewater Committee Meeting
This is the agenda for the LaSalle Water and Wastewater Committee meeting on November 23, 2021. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and no specific items, decisions, or discussions are listed.
Fire Committee Meeting
The LaSalle Fire Committee is meeting virtually to adopt the minutes from its September 16, 2021 meeting and to receive the third-quarter 2021 fire report from the Fire Chief. The agenda contains no other substantive items.
- Adoption of minutes from September 16, 2021 Fire Committee meeting
- Receive Q3 2021 Fire Report (report FIRE-21-09, dated October 28, 2021)
The Fire Committee met virtually and adopted the minutes from the September 16, 2021 meeting. The committee also received the Q3 2021 Fire Report (FIRE-21-09) from the Director of Fire Service/Fire Chief. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Adopted the minutes of the September 16, 2021 Fire Committee meeting as presented.
- Received the Q3 2021 Fire Report (FIRE-21-09) as information.
Parks, Recreation and Events Committee Meeting
The Parks, Recreation and Events Committee is meeting virtually to consider two reports: one proposing to change its meeting schedule from monthly to quarterly, and another outlining planned recreation programs and events from December 2021 to March 2022. The committee will also adopt minutes from its September 16, 2021 meeting and cancel its December 16, 2021 meeting.
- Recommendation to change committee meeting schedule from monthly to quarterly (report CR-2021-26)
- Report on planned activities for December 2021 to March 2022 (CR-2021-27)
- Adoption of minutes from September 16, 2021 meeting
- Cancellation of December 16, 2021 meeting; meetings resume February 2022
The Parks, Recreation and Events Committee approved a recommendation to change its meeting schedule from monthly to quarterly, and will send the revised schedule and amended Terms of Reference to Council for final approval. The committee also received a report on planned activities from December 2021 to March 2022, and cancelled its December 16, 2021 meeting, with regular meetings resuming in February 2022.
- Approved changing the committee's meeting schedule from monthly to quarterly, subject to Council approval.
- Received a report on planned activities for December 2021 to March 2022.
- Cancelled the December 16, 2021 meeting; regular meetings resume in February 2022.
Committee of Adjustment Meeting
The Committee of Adjustment is holding a public hearing to consider one application for consent to sever a parcel at 360 Bouffard Road to create a new lot. The agenda also includes adoption of the previous meeting's minutes. The meeting is held virtually and the public can comment.
- Application B-13-21 File 4124: consent to sever land at 360 Bouffard Road to create one new lot fronting on Bouffard Road
- Applicant: Carlo Casoni (owner), Christopher Todorovski (agent)
- Staff recommendation: approve subject to conditions including a reference plan and a severance agreement with the Town
- Conditions to be fulfilled by November 17, 2022
- Adoption of minutes from October 21, 2021 meeting
The Committee of Adjustment approved Application B-13/21 to create one new lot at 360 Bouffard Road, subject to conditions including submission of a reference plan and a severance agreement with the Town. The meeting also adopted the previous minutes and rescheduled the next meeting from December 15 to December 22, 2021. No other applications were withdrawn or deferred.
- Approved Application B-13/21 to create one new lot at 360 Bouffard Road, subject to conditions
- Adopted the minutes of the October 21, 2021 meeting as presented
- Rescheduled the next meeting from December 15, 2021 to December 22, 2021 at 5:00 p.m.
Regular Council Meeting
Council will consider several staff reports and by-laws, including an amendment to the school zone speed limit by-law, a request from Forest Trails Estates (LaSalle) Inc. regarding a subdivision agreement and land transfer, and a new Municipal Tree Maintenance Policy. The meeting also includes routine items such as adoption of minutes, property tax write-offs, and quarterly financial reports.
- Amend By-law 7783 to remove Prince Andrew Public Elementary School zone on Kelly Road and add Legacy Oak Trail Public School zone on Leptis Magna Drive
- Approve amendment to Forest Trail Estate Subdivision agreement and land transfer with Forest Trails Estates (LaSalle) Inc.
- Adopt Municipal Tree Maintenance Policy
- By-laws 8635-8638: school zone speed limits, Municipal Modernization Transfer Payment Agreement, alley closure sale to Paul Gavin Lemmon and Kimberly Anne Lemmon, and closure of part of Judy Reker Crescent
- Receive 2021 3rd Quarter Property Tax Write Offs and quarterly financial reports
Council approved an amending agreement for the Forest Trail Estate Subdivision, updated school zone speed limits, adopted a Municipal Tree Maintenance Policy, and passed four by-laws including community safety zones and alley closures. It also requested the federal government to drop COVID-19 testing for land border crossings.
- Approved Forest Trail Estate Subdivision amending agreement and land transfer
- Approved school zone bylaw amendment removing Prince Andrew PS and adding Legacy Oak Trail PS
- Approved Municipal Tree Maintenance Policy
- Requested federal government remove COVID-19 testing for land border crossings
- Passed By-law 8635 amending school zone speed limits
- Passed By-law 8636 authorizing Transfer Payment Agreement with Ontario
- Passed By-law 8637 closing and selling part of alley system
- Passed By-law 8638 closing portion of Judy Reker Crescent
Regular Council Meeting
The Town of LaSalle Council is meeting to consider several items, including approving e-voting for the 2022 municipal election, endorsing a community safety plan, and passing by-laws for an alley closure and a LaSalle Vipers agreement. They will also receive committee minutes and correspondence.
- Approve e-voting (internet/telephone) for 2022 Municipal Election
- Receive Community Safety and Well Being Plan, delegate approval to Essex County Council
- By-law 8628 to close and sell alley portions in Registered Plan 661
- By-law 8630 authorizing agreement with LaSalle Vipers for Vollmer Culture and Recreation Centre use
- Re-appoint William Greenaway and David Greenaway as Hearing Officers for 3 years
Council approved e-voting as the alternative voting method for the 2022 Municipal and School Board Elections, and adopted the necessary by-law. Council also passed six other by-laws, including the sale of lands to Leptis Magna Development Inc. and an agreement with the LaSalle Vipers. The Community Safety and Well-Being Plan was received, with authority to approve it delegated to Essex County Council.
- Approved e-voting for 2022 Municipal and School Board Elections
- Passed By-law 8633 authorizing sale of lands to Leptis Magna Development Inc.
- Passed By-law 8630 authorizing agreement with LaSalle Vipers for Vollmer Complex use
- Passed By-law 8628 to close and sell alley systems in Registered Plan 661
- Re-appointed William Wright and David Greenaway as Hearing Officers for 3 years
- Received Community Safety and Well-Being Plan; delegated approval to Essex County Council
- Endorsed Town of Kingsville correspondence regarding Save Eye Care in Ontario
- Adopted minutes of October 12, 2021 meeting
Parks, Recreation and Events Committee Meeting
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Committee of Adjustment Meeting
The Committee of Adjustment is holding a public hearing for four applications under sections 45 and 53 of the Planning Act. The committee will consider three minor variance applications and one consent application, with staff recommending approval for all four. The meeting is being held virtually, and the public can submit written comments or speak to applications.
- A-10-21: Minor variance to reduce rear yard setback from 2m to 0m for accessory structure at 6325 Malden Road (Roscon Holdings)
- A-11-21: Minor variance to increase accessory structure height from 4.5m to 5.4m at 8620 Disputed Road (Matthew Polegato)
- A-12-21: Minor variance to increase accessory structure height from 4.5m to 5.3m at 6325 Disputed Road (James and Leona Hodges)
- B-12-21: Consent application for lot addition to rear of property at 6325 Disputed Road (Ahmed Swedan)
- Adoption of minutes from August 18, 2021 meeting
The Committee of Adjustment approved all four applications on the agenda: three minor variances (A-10-21, A-11-21, A-12-21) and one consent for a lot addition (B-12-21). All motions were carried unanimously. No applications were withdrawn or deferred.
- Approved minor variance A-10-21 for 6555 Malden Road to allow reduced rear yard depth from 2m to 0m for accessory structure (carried)
- Approved minor variance A-11-21 for 8620 Dispute Road to allow increased height for proposed accessory structure (carried)
- Approved minor variance A-12-21 for 390 Martin Lane to allow increased height for proposed accessory structure (carried)
- Approved consent B-12-21 for lot addition, subject to 3 conditions including submission of reference plan and solicitor's undertaking (carried)
Planning Advisory Committee Meeting
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By-Law Committee
The By-law Committee will consider two planning reports: an appeal to keep chickens and pigeons at 605 Reaume Road, and a report on recreational vehicle parking near North Woodmont. The committee will also adopt minutes from its June 15, 2021 meeting. No decisions are made at this stage; the reports are only being received.
- Appeal to maintain chickens and pigeons at 605 Reaume Road (report DS-38-2021)
- Parking of recreational vehicles near North Woodmont (report DS-39-2021)
- Adoption of June 15, 2021 committee minutes
The By-Law Committee upheld the By-Law Enforcement Officer's decision to remove all livestock from 605 Reaume Road and denied the owners' appeal to maintain chickens and pigeons. The property owners did not attend the meeting. A report on recreational vehicle parking was deferred until further notice because the delegate was unavailable.
- Denied appeal to maintain chickens and pigeons at 605 Reaume Road
- Upheld By-Law Enforcement Officer's order to remove all livestock from 605 Reaume Road
- Deferred report on parking of recreational vehicles (DS-39-2021) until further notice
- Adopted minutes of June 15, 2021 meeting as presented
Regular Council Meeting
This regular Council meeting includes several action items: approving minutes, extending Court of Revision appointments, issuing a request for proposals for waste collection services, cancelling the Vollmer tennis court project, and endorsing a County of Essex affordable housing strategy. Council will also give readings to three by-laws, including a contribution agreement and development agreements.
- Issue RFP for waste collection services effective Jan 1, 2022 through Dec 31, 2026
- Cancel Vollmer tennis court project, refer funds to 2022 budget
- Endorse County of Essex Regional Affordable Housing Strategy and Social Housing Cost Sharing review
- By-law 8620: Contribution Agreement under Canada Community Revitalization Fund
- By-laws 8621 and 8622: Developer's Severance and Site Plan Control Agreements
Council approved issuing a request for proposals for waste collection services for 2022-2026 after the current agreement expires. The Vollmer tennis court project was cancelled, with funds referred to the 2022 budget. Council also extended Court of Revision appointments to Dec. 31, 2022, endorsed a County of Essex affordable housing resolution, and approved facility user agreements with local sports groups. Several by-laws were passed, including contribution and user agreements.
- Approved issuing RFP for waste collection services, Jan. 1, 2022 to Dec. 31, 2026
- Cancelled Vollmer tennis court project; referred additional money to 2022 budget
- Extended Court of Revision member appointments until Dec. 31, 2022
- Endorsed County of Essex resolution on Regional Affordable Housing Strategy
- Approved facility user agreements with LaSalle Minor Hockey, Skate LaSalle, and LaSalle Vipers
- Received August 2021 financial statements and reports
- Gave first, second, and third reading to by-laws 8620 and 8623-8626
- Passed confirmatory by-law 8627
Accessibility Advisory Committee Meeting
This is the agenda for the LaSalle Accessibility Advisory Committee meeting on October 5, 2021. The agenda contains only boilerplate interface text and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics. The meeting appears to be procedural with no substantive business specified.
Regular Council Meeting
Council approved in principle the Malden Road Environmental Assessment Addendum and issuance of the Notice of Study Completion, despite opposition from residents. Council also recommended draft approval of the Huron Acres subdivision plan to the County of Essex, with conditions. Draft by-law 8613 for a second fire station land acquisition was deferred, and by-law 8615 was deleted. Several other by-laws were passed.
- Approved Malden Road EA Addendum in principle and Notice of Study Completion (carried)
- Recommended draft approval of Huron Acres subdivision to County of Essex with conditions (carried)
- Deferred draft by-law 8613 for second fire station land acquisition (carried)
- Approved closing offices Sept 30 for National Day for Truth and Reconciliation (carried)
- Gave final reading to by-laws 8614, 8616, 8617, 8618 (land donation, budget software, e-permits, severance agreement)
- Deleted by-law 8615 (land donation from Kamrad)
- Adopted minutes of Sept 14, 2021 meeting (carried)
- Passed confirmatory by-law 8619 (carried)
Committee of Adjustment Meeting
This agenda for the LaSalle Committee of Adjustment meeting on September 22, 2021, contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive items. No decisions or discussions are listed.
Fire Committee Meeting
The LaSalle Fire Committee is meeting virtually to adopt the minutes from its May 20, 2021 meeting and to receive the Q2 2021 Fire Report from the Fire Chief. The next meeting is scheduled for November 18, 2021.
- Adoption of May 20, 2021 Fire Committee minutes
- Receive Q2 2021 Fire Report (FIRE-21-02) from Fire Chief dated August 18, 2021
The Fire Committee met virtually on September 16, 2021, and adopted the minutes from its May 20, 2021 meeting as presented. The committee also received the Q2 2021 Fire Report (FIRE-21-02) from the Fire Chief, covering LaSalle Fire Service activities. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was procedural in nature.
- Adopted minutes of May 20, 2021 meeting (carried)
- Received Q2 2021 Fire Report FIRE-21-02 (carried)
Parks, Recreation and Events Committee Meeting
The Parks, Recreation and Events Committee met virtually and adopted the minutes from its May 27, 2021 meeting. It received three administrative reports: an update on the Benoit House Museum, software efficiencies, and summer 2021 programming initiatives. All three reports were received as information, with no decisions made beyond adopting the prior minutes. The next meeting is scheduled for October 21, 2021.
- Adopted the minutes of the May 27, 2021 Parks, Recreation and Events Committee meeting as presented.
- Received the report CR-2021-21 on the Benoit House Museum update.
- Received the report CR-2021-23 on software efficiencies.
- Received the report CR-2021-22 on summer 2021 programming initiatives.
Accessibility Advisory Committee Meeting
The Accessibility Advisory Committee received a report on the Communication Board Project and discussed future projects, referring a question about accessible picnic tables to the 2022 budget deliberations. The committee also cancelled its October 5, 2021 meeting, resuming on December 7, 2021. No substantive decisions were made beyond these procedural actions.
- Received Communication Board Project report (CL-10-2021) (carried)
- Referred accessible picnic tables question to 2022 Budget Deliberations (carried)
- Cancelled October 5, 2021 meeting and rescheduled to December 7, 2021 (carried)
Regular Council Meeting
The Town of LaSalle Council is meeting to consider routine business, including approving a sidewalk petition, receiving committee minutes and financial reports, and passing several by-laws. The most substantive item is a recommendation to have the developer install sidewalks on the east side of D'Amore Drive as per the development agreement.
- Approve developer-installed sidewalks on east side of D'Amore Drive from Gabrieau to Sixth Concession
- Receive July 2021 financial statements and reports
- Pass By-law 8608 authorizing civil marriage solemnization services
- Pass By-laws 8609 and 8610 appointing a Chief Building Official and a Building Inspector
- Pass By-law 8611 to amend By-law 7932 regarding a portion of Registered Plan 635
Council approved the installation of sidewalks on the east side of D'Amore Drive from Gabrieau to Sixth Concession, as required by the developer's agreement, despite two residents speaking against it. Council also supported the LaSalle Rowing Club's grant application to the Ontario Trillium Foundation. Four by-laws were passed, including one authorizing civil marriage solemnization services and one appointing a Chief Building Official. The July 2021 financial statements were received.
- Approved D'Amore Drive sidewalk installation (motion carried)
- Supported LaSalle Rowing Club's Ontario Trillium grant application (motion carried)
- Received Accessibility Advisory Committee minutes and approved all committee matters (motion carried)
- Received July 2021 financial statement and reports (motion carried)
- Passed By-law 8608 authorizing civil marriage solemnization services
- Passed By-law 8609 appointing a Chief Building Official
- Passed By-law 8610 amending building inspector appointment by-law
- Passed By-law 8611 amending plan of subdivision by-law
Regular Council Meeting
LaSalle Council is meeting to consider adopting a new Comprehensive Zoning By-law, approving the 2022 budget timeline, adding a Land Acknowledgement to meeting procedures, and supporting a three-year extension for the Grillo Subdivision draft plan. Council will also give readings to seven by-laws covering infrastructure funding, waste collection, and service agreements.
- Adopt Final Draft of new Comprehensive Zoning By-law (CZBL), repealing By-law 5050
- Approve 2022 Budget and Departmental Business Plan timeline
- Support 3-year extension of Draft Plan Approval for Grillo Subdivision (County file 37-T-04004)
- By-law 8599: Transfer Payment Agreement for COVID-19 Resilience under Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program
- By-laws 8603 and 8604: Agreements with J.P. Thomson Architects for Vollmer Tennis Courts and Waterfront Event Centre consultation
Council adopted the Final Draft of the new Comprehensive Zoning By-law (CZBL), repealing By-law 5050. Council also approved the 2022 budget timeline, added a Land Acknowledgement to meeting agendas, and awarded demolition contracts totaling $56,000 to the Jones Group Ltd. for three properties.
- Adopted new Comprehensive Zoning By-law, repealing By-law 5050
- Approved 2022 Budget and Departmental Business Plan timeline
- Added Land Acknowledgement to Council meeting agenda
- Approved resolution supporting 3-year extension for Grillo Subdivision draft plan
- Awarded demolition contracts to Jones Group Ltd. totaling $56,000
- Passed By-laws 8599-8606 (final reading)
- Passed confirmatory By-law 8607
Parks, Recreation and Events Committee Meeting
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Committee of Adjustment Meeting
The Committee of Adjustment will hold a virtual public hearing to consider five applications under the Planning Act: three minor variances for property alterations and two consents for land severance or easements. Staff recommend approval for all five, with conditions on the two consent applications. The meeting is open to public comment via written submissions or virtual participation.
- Minor variance for reduced rear yard setback (7.6m to 7.0m) for sunroom at 560 Farrell (A-08-21)
- Minor variance for reduced rear yard setback (7.6m to 6.5m) for sunroom at 290 International (A-07-21)
- Minor variance for reduced first floor height (4.25m to 3.25m) for two apartment buildings on Laurier Parkway (A-09-21)
- Consent to create two building lots on Reaume Road and lot addition to 1300 Monty Street (B-09-21)
- Consent to create access easement at 2978 Front Road (B-10-21)
The Committee of Adjustment approved all five applications on the agenda: three minor variances (A-08/21, A-07/21, A-09/21) and two consents (B-09/21, B-10/21), each with no conditions or with specific conditions as noted. The next meeting scheduled for September 22, 2021 was cancelled.
- Approved minor variance A-08/21 for a four-season room (no conditions)
- Approved minor variance A-07/21 for reduced rear yard depth at 290 International (no conditions)
- Approved minor variance A-09/21 for height reduction at Laurier and Huron Church Line Road (no conditions)
- Approved consent B-09/21 for two new lots and a lot addition at 1123 Reaume Road, subject to conditions including a severance agreement
- Approved consent B-10/21 for access easement at 2982 Front Road, subject to conditions
- Cancelled next meeting scheduled for September 22, 2021
By-Law Committee
This agenda for the LaSalle, ON By-Law Committee meeting on 2021-08-17 contains only procedural boilerplate and embedded content placeholders. No specific by-law items, decisions, or discussions are listed in the provided text.
Regular Council Meeting
This is a regular meeting of LaSalle Town Council. Council will receive the LaSalle Police Service Annual Report 2020, along with various committee minutes and financial reports. Council will also consider giving first, second, and third reading to six by-laws, including a fence by-law and several development agreements.
- LaSalle Police Service Annual Report 2020 presented by Mayor Marc Bondy and Acting Chief Duncan Davies
- By-law 8593: Outdoor Illumination By-law
- By-law 8594: Fence By-law (regulates fences, swimming pool enclosures, hydro-massage pools, outdoor pools)
- By-law 8595: Site Plan Control Agreement with 25959160 Ontario Ltd.
- By-law 8596: Developer's Subdivision Agreement with 971043 Ontario Inc.
Council gave final reading to six by-laws covering civil marriage solemnization, outdoor illumination, fences and pool enclosures, and site plan/subdivision agreements with three developers. All motions were carried unanimously. Council also received several reports and committee minutes, and noted the appointment of Duncan Davies as Police Chief.
- Passed By-law 8592 authorizing civil marriage solemnization services
- Passed By-law 8593 on outdoor illumination
- Passed By-law 8594 regulating fences and pool enclosures
- Passed By-law 8595 approving site plan agreement with 2595160 Ontario Limited
- Passed By-law 8596 approving subdivision agreement with 971043 Ontario Inc.
- Passed By-law 8597 approving site plan agreement with LaSalle Horizons Inc.
- Received LaSalle Police Service Annual Report 2020
- Received 2021 2nd quarter financial and procurement reports
Accessibility Advisory Committee Meeting
The Accessibility Advisory Committee received a presentation from John McGivney Children's Centre about creating a communication board for the Town of LaSalle. The committee decided to review options and present them to the chair at the next meeting. Minutes from the June 1, 2021 meeting were adopted. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Adopted minutes of June 1, 2021 meeting (carried)
- Received discussion on communication board and directed review of options for next meeting (carried)
Committee of Adjustment Meeting
The Committee of Adjustment approved three consent applications (B-07/21, B-06/21, B-08/21) for land severances, each subject to conditions including submission of reference plans, entering into agreements with the Town, and fulfilling conditions by July 21, 2022. No requests for withdrawal or deferral were received, and no pecuniary interests were disclosed.
- Approved consent application B-07/21 File #4112 (carried)
- Approved consent application B-06/21 File #4111 (carried)
- Approved consent application B-08/21 File #4113 (carried)
Fire Committee Meeting
This agenda for the LaSalle Fire Committee meeting on July 15, 2021, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics. The document appears to be a placeholder with no substantive content for residents.
Parks, Recreation and Events Committee Meeting
This agenda contains only boilerplate and no substantive items. The meeting appears to be a routine committee session with no listed decisions, discussions, or public hearings.
Regular Council Meeting
Council will receive reports and consider recommendations on a Normandy sidewalk review, a Malden Road environmental assessment delegation request, a Rural Economic Development Grant agreement, and a town hall renovation tender award. They will also give readings to several by-laws, including a rezoning and agreements.
- Normandy sidewalk review referred to 2022 budget
- Malden Road EA addendum delegation request referred to formal process
- Rural Economic Development Grant agreement for Cenotaph Park Winter Holiday Display
- Townhall renovation tender award to SJOC Construction Inc.
- By-law 8590 to amend Zoning By-law 5050 (DAmore rezoning)
Council awarded the Town Hall renovation tender to SJOC Construction Inc. and authorized the execution of the contract by by-law. They also endorsed a resolution from Fort Erie regarding capital gains tax on primary residences, approved a Rural Economic Development Grant agreement for the Cenotaph Park Winter Holiday Display, and referred the Normandy sidewalk review to the 2022 budget session. All votes were carried unanimously.
- Awarded Town Hall renovation tender to SJOC Construction Inc. (carried)
- Endorsed Fort Erie resolution on capital gains tax on primary residence (carried)
- Approved Rural Economic Development Grant agreement for Cenotaph Park Winter Holiday Display (carried)
- Referred Normandy sidewalk review to 2022 budget session (carried)
- Referred Malden Road EA addendum delegation to continue with administration (carried)
- Cancelled July 27, 2021 Regular Council meeting (carried)
- Passed By-laws 8582-8590 (first, second, third reading) (carried)
- Passed confirmatory By-law 8591 (carried)
Special Meeting of Council
This is a special meeting of LaSalle Town Council on June 29, 2021, held electronically. The agenda contains only routine procedural items: call to order, disclosures, minutes adoption, and a confirmatory by-law (8581) to be passed through three readings. No substantive decisions, public hearings, or reports are listed.
- Confirmatory By-law 8581 to be given first, second, and third reading and finally passed
- Meeting held electronically; quorum counted with members participating remotely
- Meeting location: Council Chambers, LaSalle Civic Centre, 5950 Malden Road
Council received the draft Comprehensive Zoning By-law and directed staff to prepare a summary of comments and a final draft for adoption. Several residents expressed concerns during the public meeting. A confirmatory by-law was passed.
- Received the report on the draft Comprehensive Zoning By-law and directed staff to prepare a summary of comments and a final draft for adoption.
- Gave first, second, and third reading to Confirmatory By-law 8581, passing it finally.
Regular Council Meeting
Council will hold public meetings on two zoning by-law amendments for condominium developments: one at Sprucewood Avenue and Malden Road, and another at the Sunnyside Tavern site. They will also receive the 2020 audited financial statements, consider a revised policy on closing and selling alleys, and vote on several other items including a transit bicycle locker project and a townhall renovation pre-tender award.
- Z-03-2021: Rezone Sprucewood condo lands from Town Centre Commercial (C4-10) to Site-Specific Town Centre Commercial
- Z-04-2021: Rezone Sunnyside Tavern lands from Residential One (R1-23) and General Commercial (C2) to Site-Specific Residential Five
- 2020 Audited Financial Statements to be approved and submitted to Ministry of Municipal Affairs
- Transit Bicycle Lockers project: agreement with Minister of Transportation under ICIP Public Transit Stream
- LaSalle Community Healthcare Centre addition: 100 sq m office/staff area site plan approval
Council granted approval in principle to rezone lands for the Sprucewood Condo Development and the Sunnyside Tavern Redevelopment, authorizing staff to prepare condominium site plan control agreements. The 2020 audited financial statements were approved and adopted. A revised Closing and Sale of Alleys Policy was approved despite opposition from residents and Deputy Mayor Meloche. The town also approved a transit bicycle lockers project agreement and a temporary road closure for a graduation parade.
- Approved in principle rezoning for Sprucewood Condo Development from Town Centre Commercial to Site-Specific Town Centre Commercial
- Approved in principle rezoning for Sunnyside Tavern Redevelopment from Residential One and General Commercial to Site-Specific Residential Five
- Approved and adopted the 2020 Audited Financial Statements and authorized submission to the Ministry of Municipal Affairs
- Approved the revised Closing and Sale of Alleys Policy (opposed by Deputy Mayor Meloche)
- Approved and authorized an agreement for the Transit Bicycle Lockers project under the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program
- Approved a site plan control application for a 100 square metre addition to the LaSalle Community Healthcare Centre
- Approved proceeding with the Townhall renovation pre-tender award
- Approved a temporary road closure for the Sandwich Secondary Graduation Parade on June 29, 2021
Parks, Recreation and Events Committee Meeting
This agenda for the Parks, Recreation and Events Committee meeting on June 17, 2021, contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive items for discussion or decision. The document provides no details on specific topics, proposals, or actions.
Committee of Adjustment Meeting
This agenda for the LaSalle Committee of Adjustment meeting on 2021-06-16 is only procedural boilerplate. It contains no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics.
Planning Advisory Committee Meeting
This is the agenda for the LaSalle Planning Advisory Committee meeting of June 15, 2021. The provided text contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics.
By-Law Committee
The By-law Committee is meeting to adopt minutes from May 18 and to consider a report on a request from Mr. & Mrs. Renaud at 221 Gignac to increase the height of an existing fence to maintain attached privacy screens. The recommendation is to receive the report, ask the Renauds to investigate alternatives for by-law compliance, and have the By-Law Compliance Officer notified by October 19, 2021.
- Fence height relief request for 221 Gignac to maintain privacy screens
- Recommendation to have By-Law Compliance Officer notified by October 19, 2021
- Adoption of May 18, 2021 meeting minutes
The By-Law Committee received a request from Matt and Katherine Renaud to maintain privacy screens exceeding fence height limits at 221 Gignac. The committee did not grant the relief; instead, it directed the Renauds to investigate alternatives to comply with the fence by-law and notify the By-Law Compliance Officer by October 19, 2021. The motion was carried unanimously. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was otherwise procedural.
- Adopted minutes of May 18, 2021 By-Law Review and Enforcement Committee meeting (carried)
- Received report DS-19-2021 on fence height relief request at 221 Gignac (carried)
- Directed Renauds to investigate compliance alternatives and notify By-Law Compliance Officer by October 19, 2021 (carried)
Regular Council Meeting
Council will consider several contracts and project approvals, including a $625,693 mill and pave contract, a new dog park design, and a playground replacement. They will also vote on six by-laws covering these and other items, and receive financial reports and presentations.
- Award 2021 Mill and Pave Contract to Mill-Am Corporation for $625,693 plus HST
- Approve LaSalle Dog Park design and start construction
- Award St. Clair Park Playground Replacement contract to New World Park Solutions
- Approve purchase of CityWide Budgeting Software from Public Sector Digest Inc.
- Give final reading to By-laws 8571-8576, including closing a portion of Mia Anne Street
Council approved the 2021 Mill and Pave contract award to Mill-Am Corporation for $625,693 plus HST, funded from the Roads Reserve and $32,500 from the Parks Reserve for the Dog Park project. Council also approved the LaSalle Dog Park design, awarded the St. Clair Park Playground replacement to New World Park Solutions, and approved the purchase of CityWide Budgeting Software from Public Sector Digest Inc. Six by-laws (8571-8576) were passed, including agreements for the mill and pave, software, playground, and Municipal Event Centre renovation. Mayor Bondy was appointed proxy holder for Essex Power Corporation's annual meeting.
- Approved 2021 Mill and Pave contract to Mill-Am Corporation for $625,693 plus HST (carried)
- Approved LaSalle Dog Park design to start construction (carried)
- Awarded St. Clair Park Playground Replacement contract to New World Park Solutions (carried)
- Approved purchase of CityWide Budgeting Software from Public Sector Digest Inc. (carried)
- Appointed Mayor Bondy as proxy holder for Essex Power Corporation's 2021 shareholders' meeting (carried)
- Passed By-laws 8571-8576, including agreements for mill and pave, software, playground, and Municipal Event Centre renovation (carried)
- Received April 2021 Financial Statement and Financial Reports (carried)
- Received Tourism Windsor Essex Pelee Island presentation and new Regional Tourism Video (carried)
Accessibility Advisory Committee Meeting
The Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting virtually to receive a report on installing a communication board in a LaSalle park, adopt prior meeting minutes, and reschedule the next meeting. The agenda is mostly routine, with the communication board as the only substantive item.
- Report CL-05-21 on communication board installation in a LaSalle park
- Adoption of March 24, 2021 meeting minutes
- Move August 3, 2021 meeting to July 14, 2021 at 4:00 p.m.
The Accessibility Advisory Committee received a report on installing a communication board in a LaSalle park, and moved the next meeting to July 14, 2021. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Received report CL-05-21 on communication board installation (carried)
- Moved August 3, 2021 meeting to July 14, 2021 (carried)
Parks, Recreation and Events Committee Meeting
The Parks, Recreation and Events Committee is meeting to receive reports on June event cancellations, upcoming virtual events, and summer programming. The main action item is approving $52,500 from the 2021 Culture and Recreation Operating budget for community programming. The committee will also receive an update on the Benoit House Community Working Group and consider cancelling the June 17 regular meeting.
- Approve $52,500 for summer community programming from 2021 Culture and Recreation Operating budget
- Receive report on cancellation of June events (CR-2021-15)
- Receive report on upcoming virtual events (CR-2021-16)
- Receive report on Benoit House Community Working Group (CR-2021-18)
- Cancel regular meeting scheduled for June 17, 2021
The Parks, Recreation and Events Committee approved spending $52,500 from the 2021 Culture and Recreation Operating budget for summer community programming. It also received reports on the cancellation of June events, upcoming virtual events, and the Benoit House Community Working Group. The next regular meeting scheduled for June 17, 2021 was cancelled.
- Approved $52,500 for summer community programming from 2021 Culture and Recreation Operating budget (carried)
- Received report on cancellation of June events (CR-2021-15) (carried)
- Received report on upcoming virtual events (CR-2021-16) (carried)
- Received report on Benoit House Community Working Group (CR-2021-18) (carried)
- Cancelled regular meeting of June 17, 2021 (carried)
Regular Council Meeting
Council awarded a $6,540,520 contract to Vince Ferro Construction for the Event Centre renovation, and approved a $785,350 watermain replacement contract with D'Amore Construction. Council also approved a zoning amendment for The Crossings at Heritage Phase 3 and 4, and approved a trail change on Meo Boulevard despite opposition from two councillors.
- Approved Event Centre renovation contract with Vince Ferro Construction for $6,540,520 plus HST (carried)
- Awarded River Ave watermain replacement contract to D'Amore Construction for $785,350 including HST (carried)
- Approved zoning amendment and draft plan of condominium for The Crossings at Heritage Phase 3 and 4 (carried)
- Approved Meo Boulevard trail change to concrete sidewalk in front of 7229-7241 Meo Blvd, with costs covered by developer (carried, opposed by Councillors Renaud and Riccio-Spagnuolo)
- Approved Vollmer access road upgrade and expenditures from reserves (carried)
- Approved Phase 1 build of Vollmer tennis and pickleball courts in 2021 (carried)
- Received 2021 1st quarter financial report (carried)
- Passed By-laws 8568 and 8569 for severance agreement and watermain project (carried)
Fire Committee Meeting
The Fire Committee is meeting to adopt the minutes from March 18, 2021, receive the Fire Chief's quarterly report on LaSalle Fire Service activities for Q1 2021, and consider cancelling the July 15, 2021 meeting. The agenda is mostly routine, with no major decisions or public hearings.
- Adoption of minutes from March 18, 2021 meeting
- Receive Quarterly Report - Q1 2021 (report FIRE-07-21)
- Proposal to cancel July 15, 2021 meeting and reschedule at Chair's call
The Fire Committee adopted the minutes from its March 18, 2021 meeting and received the Q1 2021 quarterly report from the Director of Fire Service/Fire Chief (FIRE-07-21). The committee also cancelled its July 15, 2021 meeting, to be rescheduled at the call of the Chair. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Adopted minutes of March 18, 2021 Fire Committee meeting (carried)
- Received Q1 2021 quarterly report from Fire Chief (FIRE-07-21) (carried)
- Cancelled July 15, 2021 Fire Committee meeting, to be rescheduled at call of Chair (carried)
Committee of Adjustment Meeting
The LaSalle Committee of Adjustment holds a virtual public hearing for applications under sections 45 and 53 of the Planning Act. Staff recommend approving a minor variance at 7340 Disputed Road, a consent on Martin Lane, and a combined consent and minor variance at 451 Front Road, each with conditions. The public can comment in writing or speak to applications.
- Minor variance A-05/21 for Reginald Mulligan at 7340 Disputed Road — recommended approval
- Consent B-04/21 for George & Karen Linner on Martin Lane — recommended approval with conditions
- Consent B-05/21 and minor variance A-06/21 for Marilyn Woodrich at 451 Front Road — recommended approval with conditions
- Conditions include survey plans, solicitor undertakings, and severance agreements
- Next meeting scheduled for June 16, 2021
The Committee of Adjustment approved all three applications before it: a minor variance (A-05/21), a consent (B-04/21), and a combined consent and minor variance (B-05/21 and A-06/21). Each approval was subject to conditions, including submission of reference plans, severance agreements, and deadlines. No applications were denied or deferred.
- Approved minor variance A-05/21 (File #4108) with no conditions
- Approved consent B-04/21 (File #4109) with conditions including reference plan, solicitor's undertaking, and severance agreement
- Approved consent B-05/21 (File #4109) with conditions including reference plan and severance agreement
- Approved minor variance A-06/21 (File #4109) with conditions including approval of B-05/21
By-Law Committee
The By-Law Committee is reviewing proposed amendments to several by-laws, including outdoor illumination, fences and pool enclosures, and waste collection. They are also discussing the town's responsibility for monitoring safety at illegal cannabis grow operations. The committee will receive reports and recommend that some amended by-laws be adopted at a future Council meeting.
- Amendments to the Outdoor Illumination By-law (report AD-06-2021)
- Amendments to the Fences, Swimming Pool Enclosure, Hydro-massage Pool and Outdoor Swimming Pool By-law (report AD-07-2021)
- Report on municipal responsibility for housing safety with cannabis grow operations (AD-04-2021)
- Review of various by-laws, including the Collection and Disposal of Waste By-law (DSI-02-2021)
The By-Law Committee received reports on amendments to the Outdoor Illumination By-law and the Fences, Swimming Pool Enclosures, Hydro-massage Pool and Outdoor Swimming Pool By-law, and recommended both for adoption at a future Council meeting. It also received a report on municipal responsibility for housing safety with cannabis grow operations and a review of various by-laws, including sending the Collection and Disposal of Waste By-law to Council for consideration. All motions were carried unanimously.
- Received report on Outdoor Illumination By-law amendments; recommended adoption at future Council meeting (carried)
- Received report on Fences, Swimming Pool Enclosures, Hydro-massage Pool and Outdoor Swimming Pool By-law amendments; recommended adoption at future Council meeting (carried)
- Received report on municipal responsibility for housing safety with cannabis grow operations (carried)
- Received review of various by-laws; sent Collection and Disposal of Waste By-law to Council for consideration (carried)
Planning Advisory Committee Meeting
The LaSalle Planning Advisory Committee is holding a public meeting to consider two Zoning By-law Amendment applications. Both applications propose rezoning land to permit new multi-unit residential buildings, and the committee will hear public input before making a recommendation.
- Z-04/21: Rezone ~1 ha at Wahneta Ave and Old Front Road from R1-23 and C2 to Site-Specific Residential Five, permitting a 6-storey, 56-unit apartment building and boat docking improvements (Owner: Sunnyside Realty Development Inc.)
- Z-03/21: Rezone ~1 ha at Sprucewood Avenue and Malden Road from C4-10 to Site-Specific Town Centre Commercial, permitting two 5-storey buildings with 70 dwelling units and ~400 m² of commercial space (Owner: 2708617 Ontario Ltd.)
Regular Council Meeting
Council will reconsider its November 2020 decision on the Richmond Court Development sidewalk, with a recommendation to install the originally planned sidewalk plus an additional sidewalk on Normandy from Richmond to Sovereign. Council will also vote on by-laws including the 2021 tax rates, a land donation, a disaster mitigation agreement, and a deeming by-law. Several reports and information items will be received.
- Reconsideration of Richmond Court Development sidewalk; proposed additional sidewalk on north side of Normandy from Richmond to Sovereign
- By-law 8563: adopt 2021 tax rates and penalty/interest provisions
- By-law 8564: confirm land donation from Bruna Verro, Loreto Fiorini, Giorgio Paniccia, Emma Paniccia (Lots 396-426, 428-461, Plan 1010)
- By-law 8565: authorize Transfer Payment Agreement under Disaster Mitigation and Adaptation Fund
- By-law 8566: deem portion of Registered Plan 849 not a plan of subdivision
Council received a report on the Richmond Court Development Sidewalk Reconsideration and, despite opposition from several residents, voted to install the originally planned sidewalk, add a sidewalk on the north side of Normandy from Richmond to Sovereign, and review/install a pedestrian crossing at Normandy and Sovereign. The motion carried with Deputy Mayor Meloche and Councillor Riccio-Spagnuolo opposed. Council also passed four by-laws (8563-8566) covering tax rates, land donations, a transfer payment agreement, and a planning act matter, and adopted the minutes of the April 27, 2021 meeting.
- Approved Richmond Court sidewalk as originally planned, plus additional Normandy sidewalk and pedestrian crossing (5-2)
- Adopted minutes of April 27, 2021 regular council meeting
- Received 2021 1st Quarter Property Tax Write Offs report (FIN-14-2021)
- Received Summary of Reports to Council report
- Gave first, second, and third reading to By-laws 8563-8566 (tax rates, land donation, transfer payment agreement, planning act)
- Gave first, second, and third reading to Confirmatory By-law 8567
Regular Council Meeting
Council will consider a request to reconsider a 2020 decision on a wood privacy fence at 61 Adams Lane, and vote on a $46,000 contract for strategic and operational plans to run the Benoit House as a community museum. They will also decide on several spending items, including a fire safety grant program, tennis court resurfacing, and a new procurement policy. Multiple by-laws are scheduled for final passage.
- Reconsideration of motion to build wood privacy fence at 61 Adams Lane
- $46,000 contract to ADS Consulting Group for Benoit House strategic and operational plans
- Tennis court resurfacing at $42,500 plus taxes, funded from Parks Reserve Fund
- Approval of street names for Harmony Lakes Subdivision
- Site plan for 230 sq m mixed-use building with two apartments at Front Road and Major Blvd
Council approved operating the Benoit House as a Community Museum and authorized a $46,000 contract with ADS Consulting Group for strategic and operational plans. Council also approved a reconsideration request for a wood privacy fence at 61 Adams Lane, authorizing construction at town expense. Several other reports and by-laws were approved, including a new procurement policy and tennis court resurfacing.
- Approved Benoit House as Community Museum and $46,000 consulting contract (carried)
- Approved reconsideration of wood privacy fence at 61 Adams Lane (carried)
- Authorized construction of wood privacy fence near 1390 Front Road (5-2, Mayor and Renaud opposed)
- Approved Fire Safety Grant Program spending (carried)
- Approved new procurement policy, repealing By-law 7864 (carried)
- Approved tennis court resurfacing for $42,500 plus taxes from Parks Reserve Fund (carried)
- Approved site plan for mixed-use building at Front Road-Major Blvd (carried)
- Approved by-laws 8556-8561 and confirmatory by-law 8562 (carried)
Committee of Adjustment Meeting
The LaSalle Committee of Adjustment will hold a virtual public hearing for five applications under the Planning Act: two minor variances and three consents. Staff recommend approval for all five, with conditions for the consent applications. The public can comment in writing or speak to applications.
- Minor variance A-03-21 for 1575 Golfview Drive (Gideon Hesman)
- Minor variance A-04-21 for 1001 Victory Street (Tony Attieh and Rachel Pittao)
- Consent B-01-21 for 7455 Malden Road (RV Investments) with conditions including a reference plan and severance agreement
- Consent B-02-21 for Matchette Road (Essex Golf and Country Club)
- Consent B-03-21 for 31 Adams Lane (Michael Byrd) with conditions including a reference plan
The Committee of Adjustment approved all five applications on the agenda: two minor variances (A-03-21 and A-04-21) and three consents (B-01-21, B-02-21, B-03-21). Each approval was carried unanimously. Conditions were attached to the consent approvals, including submission of reference plans, severance agreements, and site servicing plans.
- Approved minor variance A-03-21 File #4106 (carried)
- Approved minor variance A-04-21 File #4107 (carried)
- Approved consent B-01-21 File #4101 with conditions (carried)
- Approved consent B-02-21 File #4102 (carried)
- Approved consent B-03-21 File #4105 with conditions (carried)
Planning Advisory Committee Meeting
The Planning Advisory Committee is meeting to consider a zoning by-law amendment and draft plan of condominium approval for about 1.8 hectares on the north side of Sandwich West Parkway, west of Mary Drive. The applicant is 2658718 Ontario Inc., with Scott D'Amore as agent and Melanie Muir of Dillon Consulting as planner. No other substantive items are on the agenda.
- Zoning By-Law Amendment and Draft Plan of Condominium Approval for approximately 1.8 hectares on north side of Sandwich West Parkway, west of Mary Drive
- Applicant: 2658718 Ontario Inc. (Scott D'Amore), agent Davide Petretta (Petretta Construction), planner Melanie Muir (Dillon Consulting)
By-Law Committee
The Town of LaSalle By-law Committee is meeting virtually to adopt minutes from January 19, 2021, and to consider an appeal of a dangerous dog designation for a property at 888 Victory. The committee will receive a report and is expected to make a final decision on the appeal within three weeks, with correspondence to be sent to the involved parties.
- Adoption of minutes from January 19, 2021 By-law Committee meeting
- Appeal of Dangerous Dog Designation for 888 Victory
- Report DSI-01-2021 from Supervisor of Planning & Development Services dated February 3, 2021
- Decision on appeal to be made within three weeks
- Correspondence to be sent to Mr. Soda, Ms. Dobsky, and Mr. Pukay
The By-Law Committee received an appeal of a dangerous dog designation from dog owners Susan Dobsky and Don Pukay, represented by Anthony Soda, LLB. The committee voted to receive the report and set a deadline of no longer than three weeks to make a final decision, after which correspondence will be sent to the owners and their representative. No final decision on the appeal was made at this meeting.
- Adopted minutes of January 19, 2021 By-Law Committee meeting (carried)
- Received report DSI-01-2021 on dangerous dog designation appeal; deferred final decision up to 3 weeks (carried)
Parks, Recreation and Events Committee Meeting
The Parks, Recreation and Events Committee is meeting virtually to consider several routine items. They will vote on adopting the previous meeting's minutes, receive reports on May events and 2021 sports field use, and decide on updates to the Private Rental Policy and the Sports Field Use Policy. The meeting is largely procedural, with no major new initiatives or budget items.
- Approve updates to the Private Rental Policy (report CR-2021-14)
- Receive report on May events (CR-2021-13)
- Approve updated Sports Field Use Policy for 2021 (CR-2021-12)
- Adopt minutes from March 18, 2021 meeting
- Reschedule May 20 meeting to May 27
The Parks, Recreation and Events Committee approved updates to the Private Rental Policy and the Sports Field Use Policy, and received reports on May events and 2021 sports field use. The May 20 meeting was rescheduled to May 27. All motions carried unanimously.
- Approved updated Private Rental Policy (carried)
- Approved updated Sports Field Use Policy (carried)
- Received report on May events (carried)
- Rescheduled May 20 meeting to May 27 (carried)
Regular Council Meeting
Council will consider approving site plan control and holding zone removal for the Valente Creekside Condominiums on Ellis Street, and will review public consultation results for the LaSalle Small Coast Waterfront Project, with recommendations to proceed with tenders for the event centre, sports zone, museum, and water feature. The agenda also includes first, second, and third readings of six by-laws covering site plan agreements, zoning amendments, a storm sewer repair agreement, a land donation, and closing an alley.
- Site plan control and holding zone removal for Valente Creekside Condominiums, Ellis Street and Trinity Avenue
- Authorization to finalize plans and tender for Event Centre renovations
- Authorization to tender for tennis courts, sand volleyball courts, and basketball court (budget dependent)
- Renovation of former Benoit House as a museum
- By-laws 8549-8554: site plan agreements, zoning amendment, storm sewer repair agreement, land donation, alley closure
Council approved the removal of the holding zone and the site plan control agreement for the Creekside Condominiums development on Ellis Street, despite resident opposition. Council also authorized proceeding with the LaSalle Small Coast Waterfront Project, including tendering for the Event Centre renovations and sports zone redevelopment. Six by-laws were passed, covering site plan agreements, zoning amendments, and property matters.
- Approved holding zone removal and site plan agreement for Creekside Condominiums (Valente) on Ellis Street (carried)
- Authorized finalizing plans and tendering for Event Centre renovations (carried)
- Authorized tendering for tennis, sand volleyball, and basketball courts (budget dependent) (carried)
- Authorized plans to renovate former Benoit House as a museum (carried)
- Authorized studies/permits for water feature/ice trail and property filling (carried)
- Passed By-laws 8549-8554 (site plan agreements, zoning amendment, storm sewer agreement, land donation, alley closure) (carried)
- Passed Confirmatory By-law 8555 (carried)
Accessibility Advisory Committee Meeting
This agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive items. The meeting is scheduled for April 6, 2021, but no decisions, discussions, or specific agenda items are listed.
Accessibility Advisory Committee Meeting
The Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting virtually to adopt prior minutes, receive a presentation on the Waterfront Small Coastal Experience project, and consider cancelling the April 6 meeting. The agenda is mostly procedural, with the main substantive item being the project presentation with attached floor plans and concept images.
- Adoption of February 24, 2021 meeting minutes
- Presentation on Waterfront Small Coastal Experience project with floor plans and concept images
- Proposal to cancel April 6, 2021 meeting and resume June 1, 2021
The Accessibility Advisory Committee met virtually and adopted the minutes from its February 24, 2021 meeting. It received a presentation from JP Thomson on the Waterfront Small Coastal Experience Project. The committee voted to cancel its April 6, 2021 meeting and resume on June 1, 2021 or at the call of the Chair. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Adopted the minutes of the February 24, 2021 meeting as presented.
- Received the presentation on the Waterfront Small Coastal Experience Project from JP Thomson.
- Cancelled the April 6, 2021 meeting and scheduled the next regular meeting for June 1, 2021 or at the call of the Chair.
Regular Council Meeting
Council will consider a recommendation to opt in to hosting retail cannabis stores, which would allow such stores to operate in the town. The meeting also includes a public hearing on a rezoning application for the Essex Golf and Country Club, and several reports on fleet purchases, policy updates, and appointments. Council will vote on 12 by-laws covering appointments, agreements, and land matters.
- Rezoning of 7.5 hectares at Essex Golf and Country Club from 'A' to 'RE-3'
- Purchase of replacement snow plow for $255,412 from International Trucks
- Purchase of water service van for $42,632 from Reaume Chevrolet
- Purchase of medium duty dump truck for $128,748 plus $18,306 for attachments from Victory Ford
- Approval of revised Specialty/Non-Traditional Crosswalk Policy
Council voted to opt in to hosting retail cannabis stores in LaSalle, authorizing the Clerk to notify the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario. They also approved a rezoning for the Essex Golf and Country Club, a revised crosswalk policy, and several fleet purchases. The meeting included the appointment of a new Fire Chief and Deputy Fire Chief, and the adoption of multiple by-laws.
- Opted in to hosting retail cannabis stores (carried)
- Approved rezoning of 7.5 hectares at Essex Golf and Country Club from 'A' to 'RE-3' (carried)
- Approved revised Specialty/Non-Traditional Crosswalk Policy (carried)
- Referred Closing and Sale of Alleys Policy back for revisions (carried)
- Approved $255,412 snow plow purchase from International Trucks (carried)
- Approved $42,632 water service van purchase from Reaume Chevrolet (carried)
- Approved $128,748 dump truck and $18,306 attachments from Victory Ford Lincoln (carried)
- Appointed Ed Thiessen as Fire Chief and Rick Malott as Deputy Fire Chief (carried)
Water and Wastewater Committee Meeting
The Water and Wastewater Committee is meeting to receive reports on the 2020 external and internal DWQMS audits, a 2020 water summary, and to recommend revised water and wastewater construction rates for multi-level condos. The rate change would be retroactive to July 1, 2020, and would require a revised bylaw for Council approval. The committee will also adopt minutes from the September 22, 2020 meeting.
- Revised construction water rates for multi-level condos, retroactive to July 1, 2020 (FIN-06-2021)
- DWQMS External Audit Report 2020 (PW-WWC-2021-02)
- DWQMS Internal Audit Report 2020 (PW-WWC-2020-03)
- Water Summary Report for 2020 (PW-WWC-2021-01)
- Adoption of minutes from September 22, 2020 meeting
The Water and Wastewater Committee received reports on the 2020 DWQMS external and internal audits and the 2020 water summary. It also received a report on revised water and wastewater construction rates for multi-level condos, recommending that a revised rate bylaw be brought to Council and that the new rates apply retroactively from July 1, 2020. No decisions were made on the rates themselves; the matter is pending Council approval.
- Adopted minutes of the September 22, 2020 committee meeting as presented.
- Received the DWQMS External Audit Report 2020 (PW-WWC-2021-02).
- Received the DWQMS Internal Audit Report 2020 (PW-WWC-2020-03).
- Received the report on revised water and wastewater construction rates for multi-level condos (FIN-06-2021) and recommended a revised rate bylaw be brought to Council, with rates retroactive to July 1, 2020.
- Received the Water Summary Report for 2020 (PW-WWC-2021-01).
Parks, Recreation and Events Committee Meeting
The Parks, Recreation and Events Committee is meeting virtually to consider several recommendations. The main action is approving $19,950 from the 2021 operating budget for alternative events, plus adopting an Activity Registration Policy and amending a Private Rental Policy. The committee will also receive reports on arena reopening protocols and an Active Net software update, and adopt the February minutes.
- Approve $19,950.00 for alternative 2021 events (CR-2021-06)
- Receive arena reopening protocols communication (CR-2021-07)
- Receive Active Net recreation software update (CR-2021-08)
- Approve Activity Registration Policy (CR-2021-09)
- Amend Private Rental Policy and bring back for review (CR-2021-10)
The Parks, Recreation and Events Committee approved spending $19,950 from the Culture and Recreation 2021 Operating Budget for alternative events, and approved the Activity Registration Policy. The Private Rental Policy was amended and will be brought back for further review. Other reports on arena reopening protocols and software updates were received without action.
- Approved $19,950 for alternative events in 2021 (carried)
- Approved Activity Registration Policy (carried)
- Amended Private Rental Policy and tabled for further review (carried)
- Received arena reopening protocols report (carried)
- Received Active Net software update report (carried)
Fire Committee Meeting
The LaSalle Fire Committee is meeting virtually to receive several verbal updates, including the renewal of a facility use agreement with St Clair College, the scheduled replacement of a command vehicle, and the implementation of the Fire Protection Services Master Plan. The committee will also receive the 2020 LaSalle Fire Service Annual Report and adopt the minutes from the January 21, 2021 meeting.
- Verbal update on renewal of Facility Use Agreement with St Clair College
- Verbal update on scheduled replacement of Command Vehicle
- Verbal update on Fire Protection Services Master Plan implementation
- 2020 LaSalle Fire Service Annual Report
The Fire Committee received the 2020 LaSalle Fire Services Annual Report and verbal updates on the renewal of the facility use agreement with St Clair College, the scheduled replacement of the command vehicle, and the Fire Protection Services Master Plan implementation. No decisions were made beyond receiving these items. The minutes from the January 21, 2021 meeting were adopted.
- Adopted the minutes of the January 21, 2021 Fire Committee meeting as presented.
- Received the verbal update from Chief Sutton on the renewal of the Facility Use Agreement with St Clair College.
- Received the verbal update from Deputy Chief Thiessen on the scheduled replacement of the Command Vehicle.
- Received the verbal update from Chief Sutton on the Fire Protection Services Master Plan implementation.
- Received the 2020 LaSalle Fire Services Annual Report from the Fire Chief.
Committee of Adjustment Meeting
The LaSalle Committee of Adjustment is holding a virtual public hearing to consider one minor variance application (A-02-21) for 6505 Malden Road, submitted by 2607573 Ontario Limited. The committee will also adopt minutes from its February 17, 2021 meeting. The recommendation is to approve the variance, subject to conditions including a site plan control agreement.
- Minor variance A-02-21 for 6505 Malden Road, applicant 2607573 Ontario Limited
- Recommended approval with conditions: site plan control agreement, easements, dedications
- Conditions must be met by March 17, 2022
- Adoption of February 17, 2021 meeting minutes
- Next meeting scheduled for April 21, 2021
The Committee of Adjustment approved Minor Variance application A-02-21 (File #4104) for Paul Crema to construct an addition to an existing commercial business. The approval is subject to conditions including entering into a Site Plan Control Agreement with the Town, providing all required easements and dedications, and meeting these conditions by March 17, 2022. The minutes from the February 17, 2021 meeting were adopted as presented, and no other applications or requests were received.
- Approved Minor Variance A-02-21 (File #4104) for a commercial addition, subject to a Site Plan Control Agreement, easements/dedications, and a March 17, 2022 deadline.
- Adopted the minutes of the February 17, 2021 Committee of Adjustment meeting as presented.
Regular Council Meeting
Council will consider several spending and land items, including a $213,600 purchase for holiday decorations at Town Hall Park, a $33,200 bridge needs study, and a town hall office expansion. It will also hear a petition about a Canada Post mailbox location and vote on two by-laws for land exchange and donation. Several reports and committee minutes are scheduled for approval or receipt.
- Approve $213,600 for holiday light display at Cenotaph/Town Hall Park
- Approve $33,200 bridge needs study with Dillon Consulting
- Approve Town Hall work station and office expansion
- Approve by-laws 8533 (land exchange) and 8534 (Nelson land donation)
- Receive petition on Serenity Circle community mailbox location
Council approved the purchase of holiday light decorations and materials for the Cenotaph/Town Hall Park at a cost of $213,600, with Councillor Akpata opposed. A motion to study relocating a community mailbox on Serenity Circle was defeated, and Council instead concurred with the current Canada Post mailbox location. Council also approved a $33,200 bridge needs study, office expansion, and several routine reports and by-laws.
- Approved $213,600 for holiday light display at Cenotaph/Town Hall Park (opposed: Akpata)
- Denied motion to study Serenity Circle mailbox relocation; concurred with current Canada Post location (4-2)
- Approved $33,200 bridge needs study with Dillon Consulting
- Approved Town Hall work station and office expansion
- Approved 2020 Development Charges Treasurer's Statement
- Approved 2020 Schedule of Council Remuneration
- Approved by-laws 8533-8534 for land exchange and donation
- Approved Confirmatory By-law 8535
Accessibility Advisory Committee Meeting
The LaSalle Accessibility Advisory Committee meets virtually to receive a presentation on the Waterfront Small Coastal Experience Project and to consider a report on annual website accessibility compliance. The committee will also vote on adopting prior minutes and on cancelling the April meeting.
- Presentation on Waterfront Small Coastal Experience Project
- Report CL-03-2021 on annual website accessibility scan
- Proposed $1,500.00 fee for Abledocs software to scan website
- Adoption of February 3, 2021 meeting minutes
- Proposal to cancel April 6, 2021 meeting and resume June 1, 2021
The Accessibility Advisory Committee received a presentation on the Waterfront Small Coastal Experience Project and approved a report to conduct an annual website accessibility scan using Abledocs software at a cost of $1,500, funded from the committee's budget. The next meeting scheduled for April 6, 2021 was cancelled, with regular meetings resuming June 1, 2021 or at the call of the Chair.
- Received the presentation on the Small Coastal Waterfront Experience Project.
- Approved the annual website accessibility scan (report CL-03-2021) and the $1,500 fee for Abledocs software, funded from the Accessibility Committee Budget.
- Cancelled the April 6, 2021 meeting; regular meetings to resume June 1, 2021 or at the call of the Chair.
Regular Council Meeting
This regular Council meeting includes decisions on purchasing three pickup trucks for Public Works, cancelling the 2021 Strawberry Festival and Last Call Before Fall Festival, cancelling the 2021 Volunteer Recognition Event, and appointing a Community Emergency Management Coordinator. Council will also give readings to several by-laws, including those authorizing the truck purchases and a severance agreement with Sorge Enterprises Inc.
- Purchase of 3 pickup trucks: $44,155 (Roads) and $87,856 (two Parks trucks) from Victory Ford Lincoln Sales Ltd.
- Cancel 2021 Strawberry Festival and Last Call Before Fall Festival
- Cancel 2021 Volunteer Recognition Event; promote volunteers via social media during National Volunteer Week
- Appoint Community Emergency Management Coordinator (CEMC) via by-law 8526
- By-law 8528 authorizes severance agreement with Sorge Enterprises Inc.
Council approved the purchase of three pickup trucks for Public Works, cancelled the 2021 Strawberry Festival and Last Call Before Fall Festival, and cancelled the Volunteer Recognition Event in favor of a social media campaign. It also appointed a Community Emergency Management Coordinator and passed several by-laws, including one for civil marriage solemnization services.
- Approved purchase of 3 pickup trucks from Victory Ford Lincoln Sales Ltd ($44,155 + taxes for 1, $87,856 + taxes for 2)
- Cancelled 2021 Strawberry Festival and Last Call Before Fall Festival
- Cancelled 2021 Volunteer Recognition Event, replaced with social media campaign
- Appointed Community Emergency Management Coordinator (CEMC) via by-law 8526
- Passed by-laws 8526-8531 (CEMC, land dedication, severance agreement, truck purchases, civil marriage solemnization)
- Received Q4 2020 council member attendance report
- Received summary of reports to council
Parks, Recreation and Events Committee Meeting
The Parks, Recreation and Events Committee will consider three staff reports: changes to the Culture and Recreation fee structure, winter virtual programs, and an updated walking track policy. The committee will also adopt minutes from its November 19, 2020 meeting. All items are recommendations for action or receipt.
- Adoption of Nov 19, 2020 meeting minutes
- CR-2021-01: Changes to Culture and Recreation fee structure
- CR-2021-02: Winter Virtual Programs report
- CR-2021-03: Walking Track Policy update, with approval requested
- Next meeting scheduled for March 18, 2021
The Parks, Recreation and Events Committee received reports on fee structure changes and winter virtual programs, and approved an updated walking track policy. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was procedural and brief.
- Approved updated walking track policy (carried)
- Received report on Culture and Recreation fee structure changes (carried)
- Received report on winter virtual programs (carried)
- Adopted minutes of November 19, 2020 meeting (carried)
Committee of Adjustment Meeting
The LaSalle Committee of Adjustment is holding a virtual public hearing to consider one application for a minor variance. The applicant, Larry and Lynn Pajot, seeks relief from zoning by-law provisions to build a new accessory agricultural building at 555 Martin Lane. The committee will also adopt minutes from its December 9, 2020 meeting.
- Application A-01-21 File #4103: minor variance for new accessory farm building, 149 sq m floor area, 5.7 m height, at 555 Martin Lane
- Relief sought from Subsections 5.20f), 27.1.2, and 27.1.3 of By-Law No. 5050
- Recommendation to approve the minor variance with no conditions
- Adoption of minutes from December 9, 2020 meeting
The Committee of Adjustment approved a minor variance application (A-01-21, File #4103) with no conditions. The applicant was not present, but the committee proceeded with the motion. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved minor variance A-01-21 (File #4103) with no conditions
By-Law Committee
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Planning Advisory Committee Meeting
The Planning Advisory Committee is meeting to consider a zoning by-law amendment to rezone 7.5 hectares of land east of Matchette and north of Golfview Drive, on behalf of the Essex Golf and Country Club. The meeting is being held virtually. No other substantive items are on the agenda.
- Zoning by-law amendment: rezone 7.5 hectares east of Matchette and north of Golfview Drive
- Applicant: Lynda Heij & Mark Skipper on behalf of Essex Golf and Country Club
Regular Council Meeting
The LaSalle Town Council is meeting to consider a specialty/non-traditional crosswalk policy, extend a fire service radio communications agreement, and give readings to seven by-laws covering items like a developer's severance agreement, zoning, parking, gas tax funding, and fire routes. They will also receive reports on LaSalle's 30th anniversary and a summary of reports to council.
- Specialty/Non-Traditional Crosswalk Policy (PW-02-2021)
- Extension of Fire Service Radio Communications Agreement (Fire-21-01) to March 2022
- By-law 8518: Developer's Severance Agreement with Cromax Construction (Windsor) Ltd. and Roko Juricic
- By-law 8521: Parking By-law Amendment (Alternate Parking)
- By-law 8523: Fire Route Amendment on Rosati Dr
Council received the Specialty/Non-Traditional Crosswalk Policy report and amended it to include time limits and expiry dates for each approved crosswalk, with provisions for renewal. The policy will be open only to Town of LaSalle individuals, community groups, and organizations, and will be brought back for final approval. Council also approved several other items including a radio communications agreement extension and appointments.
- Amended Specialty/Non-Traditional Crosswalk Policy to add time limits and expiry dates (5-2, opposed: Carrick, Desjarlais)
- Approved extension of Fire Service Radio Communications Agreement (Fire-21-01)
- Endorsed appointment of Kevin Webb to Essex Region Source Protection Committee (2021-2026)
- Approved Fire Committee minutes and matters from January 21, 2021
- Received report on LaSalle's 30th Anniversary
- Received Summary of Reports to Council
- Gave first, second, and third reading to By-laws 8518-8524 (including zoning amendment, parking amendment, fire routes amendment, and Integrity Commissioner appointment)
- Passed Confirmatory By-law 8525
Accessibility Advisory Committee Meeting
The Accessibility Advisory Committee met virtually and adopted the minutes from its February 4, 2020 meeting. The committee received the December 2020 AODA Toolbox newsletter and the 2020 Year End Accessibility Report (CL-01-21) from the Deputy Clerk. No substantive decisions were made beyond receiving these informational items.
- Adopted minutes of February 4, 2020 meeting (carried)
- Received December 2020 AODA Toolbox newsletter (carried)
- Received 2020 Year End Accessibility Report CL-01-21 (carried)
Regular Council Meeting
This agenda for the January 26, 2021 Regular Council Meeting in LaSalle, ON contains no substantive items, only procedural boilerplate and embedded content placeholders. No decisions, proposals, or discussions are listed.
Fire Committee Meeting
The LaSalle Fire Committee is meeting to receive the fourth-quarter 2020 activity report from Fire Chief Sutton, consider extending the fire service radio communications agreement, and hear verbal updates on staff recruitment/hiring and the Fire Protection Services Master Plan implementation. The committee will also adopt minutes from its October 8, 2020 meeting. No votes on new spending or policy changes are listed; the agenda is largely routine oversight.
- Quarterly Report October to December 2020 from Chief Sutton
- Extension of Fire Service Radio Communications Agreement (report FIRE 21-01)
- Verbal update on staff recruitment and hiring processes
- Verbal update on Fire Protection Services Master Plan implementation
- Adoption of minutes from October 8, 2020 meeting
The Fire Committee met and adopted the minutes from October 8, 2020. They received several reports, including the quarterly activity report, an extension of the radio communications agreement, and verbal updates on staff recruitment and the Fire Protection Services Master Plan. No substantive decisions were made beyond receiving information.
- Adopted minutes of October 8, 2020 meeting
- Received quarterly report (Oct-Dec 2020) from Fire Chief
- Received report on extension of Fire Service Radio Communications Agreement
- Received verbal update on staff recruitment and hiring processes
- Received verbal update on Fire Protection Services Master Plan implementation
Committee of Adjustment Meeting
This is the agenda for the LaSalle Committee of Adjustment meeting on January 20, 2021. The provided text contains only procedural boilerplate and interface labels, with no specific agenda items, applications, or decisions listed. Residents should note that no concrete business is detailed in this document.
By-Law Committee
The By-Law Committee met on January 19, 2021, and adopted the minutes from the December 15, 2020 meeting. The only substantive item, an appeal of a dangerous dog designation, was deferred to a future meeting. No other decisions were made.
- Adopted minutes of December 15, 2020 meeting (carried)
- Deferred appeal of dangerous dog designation (carried)
Regular Council Meeting
LaSalle Council meets to consider the 2021 budget and related borrowing and tax by-laws, approve alternating parking on Maple and Lyons Avenues, and receive financial reports. A request for alternating parking on Omira Street has been withdrawn by the applicant but remains on the agenda for consideration. The meeting also includes a presentation on extending the town's branding.
- 2021 budget by-law (8507) and interim tax by-law (8509)
- Borrowing by-law (8508) authorizing $26,650,000 for current expenditures
- Alternating parking on Maple Ave and Lyons Ave from 1st St to end
- Withdrawn request for alternating parking on Omira St from Tuttle Ave to end
- Agreements for Municipal Asset Management Program with FCM and Public Sector Digest Inc.