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Chatham-KentON averageStatCan 2021 Census
Population
103,988
Median household income
$72,000
Median home value
$348,000
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Mon Nov 9, 2026 · 2:30 PM

Board of Health

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Civic Centre
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Mon Nov 16, 2026 · 6:00 PM

Inaugural Meeting and Swearing In Ceremony

Inaugural meeting and swearing‑in ceremony for new council members

The council will hold its inaugural meeting and conduct the swearing‑in ceremony for newly elected members. No policy decisions, contracts, or ordinances are on the agenda. The meeting is primarily ceremonial.

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Council Chambers, Chatham-Kent Civic Centre
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Thu Nov 19, 2026 · 9:00 AM

Committee of Adjustment

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Council Chambers, Chatham-Kent Civic Centre
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Mon Nov 23, 2026 · 6:00 PM

Combined Council Meeting

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Mon Dec 7, 2026 · 6:00 PM

Council Meeting

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Mon Dec 14, 2026 · 6:00 PM

Combined Council Meeting

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Thu Dec 17, 2026 · 9:00 AM

Committee of Adjustment

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Thu Oct 22, 2026 · 9:00 AM

Committee of Adjustment

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Thu Oct 15, 2026 · 9:00 AM

Committee of Adjustment

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Mon Oct 5, 2026 · 6:00 PM

Combined Council Meeting

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Thu Oct 1, 2026 · 9:00 AM

Committee of Adjustment

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Mon Sep 21, 2026 · 2:30 PM

Board of Health

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Civic Centre
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Mon Sep 21, 2026 · 6:00 PM

Combined Council Meeting

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This agenda for the Chatham-Kent Combined Council Meeting on September 21, 2026, contains only procedural boilerplate with no listed decisions, proposals, or discussions. The document includes placeholders for video, title, description, and voting history but no actual agenda items.

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✓ Decided: Council orders comprehensive review of Fire & Rescue staffing and deployment

Council approved a report and potential $50,000 consultant study to evaluate Fire & Rescue staffing models and volunteer utilization. Other key actions included approving several zoning amendments and directing a study on AI data centre land use policies.

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The Corporation of the Municipality of Chatham-Kent Chatham-Kent Council Meeting Monday, September 21, 2026 at 6 :00 P . m . - 10 :00 P . m . Council Chambers, Chatham-Kent Civic Centre 315 King St W, Chatham ON Present: Mayor Canniff,  Councillor Allin,  Councillor Anderson,  Councillor Bondy,  Councillor Ceccacci,  Councillor Crew,  Councillor Doyle,  Councillor Finn,  Councillor Hall,  Councillor Harrigan,  Councillor Jubenville,  Councillor McDonald,  Councillor B. McGregor,  Councillor C. McGregor,  Councillor Storey,  Councillor Thompson,  and Councillor Wright  Absent: Councillor McGrail  1. Call to Order   2. Disclosures of Pecuniary Interest (Direct or Indirect) for Closed Session Agenda Items and the General Nature There Of   3. Supplementary Closed Session Agenda Items   4. Recess to Closed Session - 4:30 p.m.   Councillor Hall, Closed Session Chair That Council moved into a Closed Session Meeting of Council pursuant to Section 239 of the Municipal Act, 2001, as amended, for the following reasons: Litigation and advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege with regard to York1 Litigation . Section 239(2)(e) & (f), Municipal Act, 2001. Section 239(2)(e) & (f), Municipal Act, 2001. 5. Adjournment of Closed Session   6. Resumption of Open Council Meeting – 6:00 p.m.   7. Playing of the National Anthem   8. …
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🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
“That this motion be referred to the next term of council with a fulsome update outlining the current status of implementation of the CK Fire Master Plan in the 2nd quarter of 2027.”
10 nay · 6 yea · 2 absent
Mayor Canniff yea · Councillor Allin yea · Councillor Ceccacci yea · Councillor Crew yea · Councillor Hall yea · Councillor B. McGregor yea · Councillor Bondy nay · Councillor Doyle nay · Councillor Finn nay · Councillor Harrigan nay · Councillor Jubenville nay · Councillor McDonald nay · Councillor C. McGregor nay · Councillor Storey nay · Councillor Thompson nay · Councillor Wright nay · Councillor Anderson absent · Councillor McGrail absent
“ WHEREAS Council has a responsibility to ensure Fire Protection Services are delivered in a manner that is effective, sustainable, fiscally responsible, and aligned with the needs of the community…
12 yea · 5 nay · 1 absent
Councillor Anderson yea · Councillor Bondy yea · Councillor Doyle yea · Councillor Finn yea · Councillor Hall yea · Councillor Harrigan yea · Councillor Jubenville yea · Councillor McDonald yea · Councillor C. McGregor yea · Councillor Storey yea · Councillor Thompson yea · Councillor Wright yea · Mayor Canniff nay · Councillor Allin nay · Councillor Ceccacci nay · Councillor Crew nay · Councillor B. McGregor nay · Councillor McGrail absent
4. Expanding volunteer and paid-on-call participation in station coverage and emergency response where operationally feasible.
12 yea · 5 nay · 1 absent
Councillor Bondy yea · Councillor Ceccacci yea · Councillor Doyle yea · Councillor Finn yea · Councillor Hall yea · Councillor Harrigan yea · Councillor Jubenville yea · Councillor McDonald yea · Councillor C. McGregor yea · Councillor Storey yea · Councillor Thompson yea · Councillor Wright yea · Mayor Canniff nay · Councillor Allin nay · Councillor Anderson nay · Councillor Crew nay · Councillor B. McGregor nay · Councillor McGrail absent
The other 8 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Thu Sep 17, 2026 · 9:00 AM

Committee of Adjustment

Committee of Adjustment meeting agenda contains no substantive items

This agenda for the Chatham-Kent Committee of Adjustment meeting on September 17, 2026, contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussions. The document provides no details on any applications, hearings, or actions to be taken.

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Mon Sep 14, 2026 · 6:00 PM

Council Meeting

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✓ Decided: Council approves several road and infrastructure contracts

Council awarded multiple tenders for road conversions and facility design. The 2025 audited financial statements were approved, and a motion to extend the backyard chickens pilot program was defeated.

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The Corporation of the Municipality of Chatham-Kent Chatham-Kent Council Meeting Monday, September 14, 2026 at 6 :00 P . m . - 10 :00 P . m . Council Chambers, Chatham-Kent Civic Centre 315 King St W, Chatham ON Present: Mayor Canniff,  Councillor Allin,  Councillor Anderson,  Councillor Bondy,  Councillor Ceccacci,  Councillor Crew,  Councillor Doyle,  Councillor Finn,  Councillor Hall,  Councillor Harrigan,  Councillor Jubenville,  Councillor McDonald,  Councillor McGrail,  Councillor B. McGregor,  Councillor C. McGregor,  Councillor Storey,  and Councillor Wright  Absent: Councillor Thompson  1. Call to Order   2. Disclosures of Pecuniary Interest (Direct or Indirect) for Closed Session Agenda Items and the General Nature There Of   3. Supplementary Closed Session Agenda Items   4. Recess to Closed Session - 5:00 p.m.   Councillor Hall, Closed Session Chair That Council moved into a Closed Session Meeting of Council pursuant to Section 239 of the Municipal Act, 2001, as amended, for the following reasons: Litigation affecting the municipality and advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose with regard to litigation involving a Member of Council . Section 239(2)(e) & (f), Municipal Act, 2001. 5. Adjournment of Closed Session   6. Resumption of Open Council Meeting – 6:00 p.m. …
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🗳️ How they voted — 4 divided votes
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"That The proposal in the amount of $475,750.00 (excluding HST) for design services for Fire Station No. 1 be awarded to Architecttura Inc. The Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign the necessary…
15 yea · 2 nay · 1 absent
Mayor Canniff yea · Councillor Allin yea · Councillor Anderson yea · Councillor Bondy yea · Councillor Ceccacci yea · Councillor Crew yea · Councillor Doyle yea · Councillor Hall yea · Councillor Harrigan yea · Councillor Jubenville yea · Councillor McDonald yea · Councillor McGrail yea · Councillor B. McGregor yea · Councillor C. McGregor yea · Councillor Wright yea · Councillor Finn nay · Councillor Storey nay · Councillor Thompson absent
"That The Backyard Chickens Pilot Program be extended to May 31, 2027."
9 nay · 8 yea · 1 absent
Councillor Doyle yea · Councillor Finn yea · Councillor Hall yea · Councillor Harrigan yea · Councillor Jubenville yea · Councillor McDonald yea · Councillor B. McGregor yea · Councillor Wright yea · Mayor Canniff nay · Councillor Allin nay · Councillor Anderson nay · Councillor Bondy nay · Councillor Ceccacci nay · Councillor Crew nay · Councillor McGrail nay · Councillor C. McGregor nay · Councillor Storey nay · Councillor Thompson absent
“That Council reconsider the previous decision on the Encampment Advisory Committee pilot term.”
14 yea · 3 nay · 1 absent
Mayor Canniff yea · Councillor Allin yea · Councillor Anderson yea · Councillor Bondy yea · Councillor Ceccacci yea · Councillor Doyle yea · Councillor Finn yea · Councillor Hall yea · Councillor Harrigan yea · Councillor Jubenville yea · Councillor McDonald yea · Councillor B. McGregor yea · Councillor C. McGregor yea · Councillor Wright yea · Councillor Crew nay · Councillor McGrail nay · Councillor Storey nay · Councillor Thompson absent
"That the motion be postponed to the October 5, 2026 Council Agenda."
14 yea · 3 nay · 1 absent
Mayor Canniff yea · Councillor Allin yea · Councillor Ceccacci yea · Councillor Crew yea · Councillor Finn yea · Councillor Hall yea · Councillor Harrigan yea · Councillor Jubenville yea · Councillor McDonald yea · Councillor McGrail yea · Councillor B. McGregor yea · Councillor C. McGregor yea · Councillor Storey yea · Councillor Wright yea · Councillor Anderson nay · Councillor Bondy nay · Councillor Doyle nay · Councillor Thompson absent
The other 6 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Thu Sep 10, 2026 · 9:00 AM

Committee of Adjustment

Chatham-Kent Committee of Adjustment agenda posted

The agenda for the Committee of Adjustment meeting on September 10, 2026, is available online. The document lists meeting details but does not contain the specific agenda items or applications to be discussed.

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Thu Aug 20, 2026 · 9:00 AM

Committee of Adjustment

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Mon Aug 10, 2026 · 6:00 PM

Combined Council Meeting

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✓ Decided: Council approved a $3.95M contract for the Elgin Street reconstruction.

Chatham-Kent Council approved major infrastructure tenders, including a $3.95-million contract for the Elgin Street reconstruction and $1.64 million for intersection work at Park Avenue East and Sass Road. Council also authorized the $1.55-million purchase of 32 acres on Allison Line in Blenheim for a future sports complex and utility reservoir. Additionally, council approved purchasing 110 Sandys Street for $1.76 million to convey it to The Quiring Holding Foundation for $1.00.

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The Corporation of the Municipality of Chatham-Kent Chatham-Kent Council Meeting Monday, August 10, 2026 at 6 :00 P . m . - 10 :00 P . m . Council Chambers, Chatham-Kent Civic Centre 315 King St W, Chatham ON Present: Mayor Canniff,  Councillor Allin,  Councillor Anderson,  Councillor Bondy,  Councillor Ceccacci,  Councillor Crew,  Councillor Doyle,  Councillor Finn,  Councillor Hall,  Councillor Harrigan,  Councillor Jubenville,  Councillor McDonald,  Councillor McGrail,  Councillor B. McGregor,  Councillor C. McGregor,  Councillor Storey,  and Councillor Thompson  Absent: Councillor Wright  1. Call to Order   2. Disclosures of Pecuniary Interest (Direct or Indirect) for Closed Session Agenda Items and the General Nature There Of   3. Supplementary Closed Session Agenda Items   4. Recess to Closed Session - 5:00 p.m.   Councillor Hall, Closed Session Chair That Council moved into a Closed Session Meeting of Council pursuant to Section 239 of the Municipal Act, 2001, as amended, for the following reasons: Personal matters about an identifiable individual with regard to Chatham Historical BIA - Replacement of Board Member . Section 239(2)(b), Municipal Act, 2001. Litigation and advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege with regard to OLT Appeal Update - 135 Semenyn Ave., Chatham . Section 239(2)(e) & (f), Municipal Act, 2001. 5. Adjournment of Closed …
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🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
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“That Council Authorize the Chief Financial Officer to grant the estimated $13,880 plus applicable taxes for the gate installation to the Historic Downtown Chatham BIA, funded from the Strategic…
15 yea · 1 nay · 1 absent
Mayor Canniff yea · Councillor Allin yea · Councillor Anderson yea · Councillor Bondy yea · Councillor Crew yea · Councillor Doyle yea · Councillor Finn yea · Councillor Hall yea · Councillor Harrigan yea · Councillor Jubenville yea · Councillor McDonald yea · Councillor McGrail yea · Councillor B. McGregor yea · Councillor C. McGregor yea · Councillor Storey yea · Councillor Thompson nay · Councillor Wright absent
“ That Council discuss areas of concern for the potential placement of additional CCTV Cameras and direct administration to investigate areas of concern by Council and residents and report back on…
16 yea · 1 nay · 1 absent
Mayor Canniff yea · Councillor Allin yea · Councillor Anderson yea · Councillor Bondy yea · Councillor Ceccacci yea · Councillor Crew yea · Councillor Finn yea · Councillor Hall yea · Councillor Harrigan yea · Councillor Jubenville yea · Councillor McDonald yea · Councillor McGrail yea · Councillor B. McGregor yea · Councillor C. McGregor yea · Councillor Storey yea · Councillor Thompson yea · Councillor Doyle nay · Councillor Wright absent
The other 9 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Thu Jul 30, 2026 · 9:00 AM

Committee of Adjustment

No substantive items listed for Committee of Adjustment meeting

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Council Chambers, Chatham-Kent Civic Centre
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Municipality of Chatham-Kent Committee of Adjustment Meeting Thursday, July 30, 2026 9 :00 A . m . - 11 :00 A . m . Council Chambers, Chatham-Kent Civic Centre 315 King St W, Chatham ON 1. Call to Order   2. Provision For Disclosure Of Conflict Of Interest And The General Nature Thereof:   3. Approval of Minutes Of The Committee Held:   4. Business Arising From The Minutes:   5. Hearing Of Applications:   a. Application for Consent PL202600126 – Sylson Farms Inc. 7724 & 7750 Mallard Line, Community of Dover (North Kent)   1. Jul 30-26 Sylson Farms Inc Report.pdf b. Application for Minor Variance PL202600123 – Ranjith & Esther Chandrasena 11530 Rondeau Drive, Community of Ha   1. Jul 30-26 Chandrasena Report.pdf c. Applications for Consent and Minor Variance PL202600122 – Kevin Kerulcin 10691 & 10695 Knights Line, Community of Harwich (South Kent)   1. Jul 30-26 Kerulcin Report.pdf d. Applications for Consent & Minor Variance PL202600127 – Stan Gillier Farms Ltd. 22634 Kent Bridge Road, Community of Harwich (South Kent)   1. Jul 30-26 Stan Gillier Farms Ltd. Report.pdf e. Application for Minor Variance PL202600131 – 1001471404 Ontario Inc. 555 Tweedsmuir Avenue West, Community of Chatham (City)   1. Jul 30-26 1001471404 Ontario Inc. Report.pdf f. Applic …
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Mon Jul 27, 2026 · 6:00 PM

Council Meeting

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✓ Decided: Council refers Clearville Park review back for options

Council voted 15-0 to refer the Clearville Park Review back to administration for a report with options prioritizing critical infrastructure, improving efficiency, and exploring revenue opportunities while maintaining municipal ownership. Council also approved amendments to the User Fee By-law for recreation advertising and sponsorship rates, and received the Long Term Financial Plan as information. Five notices of motion were presented for the August 10, 2026 agenda.

Council Chambers, Chatham-Kent Civic Centre
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Ottawa, Potawatomi, and Ojibwe. The Lunapel also inhibited these lands at the time of the written treaties. We also acknowledge the Indigenous people who traveled these lands before the written treaties. Today, Chatham-Kent neighbors the Lunapel at Elnipawi, Lak awit, also called Delaware Nation at Moravian Town, and the unceded territory of Bukajwanong, Wapu Island, First Nation. Chatham-Kent continues to be home to diverse First Nation, Métis, and Inuit peoples. Chatham-Kent is covered by Treaty 2, the Detroit Treaty of 1790, Treaty 7, Somber Township Treaty of 1796, and Treaty 25, Longwoods Treaty of 1822. We also recognize that this region is subject to earlier w ampum agreements, like the two-row wampum and the dish-with-one-spoon wampum. As beneficiaries of these treaties, we recognize our responsibilities, including our collective responsibilities to the land and water. Please be seated. Mr. Mayor, we do not have a supplementary agenda this evening. Rules of decorum at a Council meeting. The municipality of Chatham-Kent supports open meetings that welcome debate of public policy issues in an atmosphere of inclusiveness, integrity, civility, fairness, and respect for differing points of view. Anyone conducting themselves in a way that disturbs, disrupts, or impedes the orderly conduct of the meeting, interrupts or makes derogatory statements or hate speech, defamatory comments about councillors, staff, speakers, or fellow members of the public may result in removal from …
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Agenda Open Video in new Window Video Title × close This is an embedded content area. To exit and return to the dialog, use your screen reader command to move to the parent document or exit the frame. Powered by eSCRIBE Software Ltd. Details × close Title Description Category Number Stage Department Attachments History Meeting Type Meeting Date Stage Status Number Vote Vote Result × close 1 ( 0 )
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The Corporation of the Municipality of Chatham-Kent Chatham-Kent Council Meeting Monday, July 27, 2026 at 6 :00 P . m . - 10 :00 P . m . Council Chambers, Chatham-Kent Civic Centre 315 King St W, Chatham ON Present: Mayor Canniff,  Councillor Allin,  Councillor Anderson,  Councillor Bondy,  Councillor Ceccacci,  Councillor Crew,  Councillor Doyle,  Councillor Finn,  Councillor Hall,  Councillor Harrigan,  Councillor Jubenville,  Councillor McDonald,  Councillor McGrail,  Councillor C. McGregor,  and Councillor Storey  Absent: Councillor B. McGregor,  Councillor Thompson,  and Councillor Wright  1. Call to Order   2. Disclosures of Pecuniary Interest (Direct or Indirect) for Closed Session Agenda Items and the General Nature There Of   3. Supplementary Closed Session Agenda Items   4. Recess to Closed Session - 5:00 p.m.   Councillor Hall, Closed Session Chair That Council moved into a Closed Session Meeting of Council pursuant to Section 239 of the Municipal Act, 2001, as amended, for the following reasons: Litigation and advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege with regard to OLT Appeal - 9 Sarah Crescent, Chatham . Section 239(2)(e) & (f), Municipal Act, 2001. 5. Adjournment of Closed Session   6. Resumption of Op …
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🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
"That the following items be approved as presented: 13(b), 13(c), 14(a) ."
15 yea · 3 absent
Mayor Canniff yea · Councillor Bondy yea · Councillor Ceccacci yea · Councillor Crew yea · Councillor Finn yea · Councillor Hall yea · Councillor Harrigan yea · Councillor McGrail yea · Councillor C. McGregor yea · Councillor Allin yea · Councillor Anderson yea · Councillor Doyle yea · Councillor Jubenville yea · Councillor Storey yea · Councillor McDonald yea · Councillor B. McGregor absent · Councillor Thompson absent · Councillor Wright absent
“That the report be referred back to administration for a report back with options and recommendations that: Prioritize critical infrastructure and operational needs of the park. Identify…
15 yea · 3 absent
Mayor Canniff yea · Councillor Bondy yea · Councillor Ceccacci yea · Councillor Crew yea · Councillor Finn yea · Councillor Hall yea · Councillor Harrigan yea · Councillor McGrail yea · Councillor C. McGregor yea · Councillor Allin yea · Councillor Anderson yea · Councillor Doyle yea · Councillor Jubenville yea · Councillor Storey yea · Councillor McDonald yea · Councillor B. McGregor absent · Councillor Thompson absent · Councillor Wright absent
“That the Closed Session Reports from June 22, July 13 and July 27, 2026 be approved."
15 yea · 3 absent
Mayor Canniff yea · Councillor Bondy yea · Councillor Ceccacci yea · Councillor Crew yea · Councillor Finn yea · Councillor Hall yea · Councillor Harrigan yea · Councillor McGrail yea · Councillor C. McGregor yea · Councillor Allin yea · Councillor Anderson yea · Councillor Doyle yea · Councillor Jubenville yea · Councillor Storey yea · Councillor McDonald yea · Councillor B. McGregor absent · Councillor Thompson absent · Councillor Wright absent
Mon Jul 13, 2026 · 6:00 PM

Combined Council Meeting

No substantive items on Chatham-Kent council agenda

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✓ Decided: Council approves growth plan, zoning changes, and major construction tenders

Council approved Official Plan Amendment No. 90, updating growth management policies to plan for population, employment, and housing growth to 2051, along with a related zoning by-law amendment and the Southwest Chatham Servicing Study. Council also approved several construction tenders, including a $1.42 million contract for Dover Public Works Yard and Big Pointe Road improvements and a $1.71 million contract for Riverview Gardens Child Care Centre renovations. Additionally, Council approved a motion requiring quarterly public reports on the Chatham Hub construction project's finances and schedule.

Council Chambers, Chatham-Kent Civic Centre
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conduct of the meeting, interrupts or makes derogatory statements or hate speech, defamatory comments about councillors, staff, speakers or fellow members of the public may result in removal from the premises. This also applies to deputations. We ask that you do not approach members of council if they are seated in their council seats. The public, unless invited, is not permitted to come into the gated horseshoe area. The use of posters, signage or literature is also prohibited. Mr. Mayor, we have two councillors participating virtually, that's Councillor Hall and Councillor C. McGregor and we have regrets from Councillor Crewe and Councillor Wright. We have three disclosures of pecuniary interest for open session agenda items. The first one is 12A, the planning application for 15072 Scott Line by Councillor Story. The second, conflict of interest by Councillor Story for the LC Leclerc Farms on Rivard Line. And the third, conflict of interest is Councillor Jubin ville with regards to 17J, the encroachment of private sanitary force main in the community of Dover. We will now move on to the artist feature and I will pass it over to Councillor McGrail. Councillor McGrail: Thank you. Through you, Mayor Canoff. Performing for us tonight is Jacqueline Wills. Hailing from Dresden, Jacqueline is a rising star in country music. Since releasing her debut single, "Hate That I Can't Hate You", in 2024, Jacqueline has been on a steady climb, capturing ears and hearts across the country. S …
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Municipality of Chatham-Kent Combined Council Meeting Agenda Monday, July 13, 2026 6 :00 P . m . - 10 :00 P . m . Council Chambers, Chatham-Kent Civic Centre 315 King St W, Chatham ON A livestream of the Council Meeting will be available at: YourTV CK’s YouTube Channel 1. Call to Order   2. Disclosures of Pecuniary Interest (Direct or Indirect) for Closed Session Agenda Items and the General Nature There Of   3. Supplementary Closed Session Agenda Items   4. Recess to Closed Session - 4:00 p.m.   Councillor Hall, Closed Session Chair That Council moved into a Closed Session Meeting of Council pursuant to Section 239 of the Municipal Act, 2001, as amended, for the following reasons: Proposed disposition of land by the municipality with regard to Offer to Purchase - PIN 00938 1079, 5th Street, Community of Erieau. Section 239(2)(c), Municipal Act, 2001. Proposed disposition of land by the municipality with regard to Offer to Purchase - PIN 00938 1080 Samson Street, Community of Erieau . Section 239(2)(c), Municipal Act, 2001.  Proposed acquisition of land by the municipality and advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege with regard to Properties in Bothwell . Section 239(2)(c), Municipal Act, 2001. Proposed acquisition of land by the municipality and a position, plan, procedure or instruction to be applied to any negotiations carr …
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The Corporation of the Municipality of Chatham-Kent Chatham-Kent Council Meeting Monday, July 13, 2026 at 6 :00 P . m . - 10 :00 P . m . Council Chambers, Chatham-Kent Civic Centre 315 King St W, Chatham ON Present: Mayor Canniff,  Councillor Allin,  Councillor Anderson,  Councillor Bondy,  Councillor Ceccacci,  Councillor Doyle,  Councillor Finn,  Councillor Hall,  Councillor Harrigan,  Councillor Jubenville,  Councillor McDonald,  Councillor McGrail,  Councillor B. McGregor,  Councillor C. McGregor,  Councillor Storey,  and Councillor Thompson  Absent: Councillor Crew  and Councillor Wright  1. Call to Order   2. Disclosures of Pecuniary Interest (Direct or Indirect) for Closed Session Agenda Items and the General Nature There Of   3. Supplementary Closed Session Agenda Items   4. Recess to Closed Session - 4:00 p.m.   Councillor Hall, Closed Session Chair That Council moved into a Closed Session Meeting of Council pursuant to Section 239 of the Municipal Act, 2001, as amended, for the following reasons: Proposed disposition of land by the municipality with regard to Offer to Purchase - PIN 00938 1079, 5th Street, Community of Erieau. Section 239(2)(c), Municipal Act, 2001. Proposed disposition of land by the municipality with regard to Offer to Purcha …
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"That Administration be directed to bring forward reports on the relocation of Station 1 and the redevelopment of the former Children’s Treatment Centre."
13 yea · 3 nay · 2 absent
Mayor Canniff yea · Councillor Ceccacci yea · Councillor Hall yea · Councillor Harrigan yea · Councillor McGrail yea · Councillor B. McGregor yea · Councillor C. McGregor yea · Councillor Thompson yea · Councillor Allin yea · Councillor Anderson yea · Councillor Doyle yea · Councillor Jubenville yea · Councillor McDonald yea · Councillor Bondy nay · Councillor Finn nay · Councillor Storey nay · Councillor Crew absent · Councillor Wright absent
The other 12 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Mon Jul 13, 2026 · 2:30 PM

Board of Health

Chatham-Kent Board of Health meeting with no substantive items

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✓ Decided: Board of Health approves 2025 Annual Report and one new Food Policy Council member

The Chatham-Kent Board of Health approved its 2025 Annual Report and Attestation, and approved the appointment of one new member to the Chatham-Kent Food Policy Council. The Board also approved minutes from its May 25, 2026 meeting, received verbal education reports on beach water safety and a 2025 coroner's inquest, and received information reports including the Community Gardens Program and the Director's Report for Q2 2026. All motions carried; no vote tallies were recorded. The meeting adjourned at 2:55 p.m.

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Chatham-Kent Board of Health Agenda Monday, July 13, 2026 2 :30 P . m . - 3 :30 P . m . Civic Centre 315 King St W, Chatham ON To attend virtually please email [email protected] 1. Call of the Roll   2. Disclosures of Pecuniary Interest (Direct or Indirect) and the General Nature There Of   3. Land Acknowledgement   4. Minutes of the Board Meeting   a. Minutes of the Board Meeting of May 25, 2026   1. Meeting Minutes - Board of Health_May25_2026 - English.pdf 5. Education and Training   a. Verbal Update by Dr. Shanker Nesathurai, Medical Officer of Health   a. Beaches and Natural Waterways   b. Coroner's Inquest   6. Business Arising From the Minutes   7. New Business   a. Items Requiring Action   a. Chatham-Kent Food Policy Council Membership Approval   1. BOH Recommendation Report - CKFPC Membership Approval July 2026.pdf b. 2025 Annual Report and Attestation   1. 2025 Annual Report and Attestation.pdf 2. Appendix A 2025 Annual Report and Attestion.pdf b. Information Reports to be Received   a. Chatham-Kent Community Gardens Program   1. Chatham-Kent Community Gardens Program.pdf 2. 5-Step-Guide-to-Starting-a-Community-Garden-in-Cha …
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Chatham-Kent Board of Health Minutes Monday, July 13, 2026 at 2 :30 P . m . - 3 :30 P . m . Civic Centre 315 King St W, Chatham ON Present: Councillor Lauren Anderson,  Stephanie Harper,  Councillor Melissa Harrigan,  Councillor Brock McGregor (Chair),  Councillor Carmen McGregor (Vice Chair),  and Evan Rogers  Regrets: Joshua Caron  1. Call of the Roll   2. Disclosures of Pecuniary Interest (Direct or Indirect) and the General Nature There Of   3. Land Acknowledgement   4. Minutes of the Board Meeting   a. Minutes of the Board Meeting of May 25, 2026   1. Meeting Minutes - Board of Health_May25_2026 - English.pdf Moved Councillor Melissa Harrigan Seconded Evan Rogers That the minutes of the Board of Health meeting of May 25, 2026 be approved. Motion Carried 5. Education and Training   a. Verbal Update by Dr. Shanker Nesathurai, Medical Officer of Health   Moved Councillor Melissa Harrigan Seconded Evan Rogers That the verbal reports be received as information. Motion Carried a. Beaches and Natural Waterways   Dr. Shanker Nesathurai, Medical Officer of Health, provided education on beach water safety and the role of Chatham-Kent Public Health in monitoring public beaches. He explained that while swimming at beaches and other natural water bodies is an enjoyable recreational ac …
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Thu Jul 9, 2026 · 9:00 AM

Committee of Adjustment

Committee to hear 6 variance and consent applications

The Committee of Adjustment will hold public hearings on six applications for minor variances and consents. These include requests at 204 Prince Street, 120 Erie Street South, 29305 Zone Road 4, 30035 Hale School Road, 19227 Mull Road, and 25779 Baldoon Road.

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Council Chambers, Chatham-Kent Civic Centre
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Municipality of Chatham-Kent Committee of Adjustment Meeting Thursday, July 09, 2026 9 :00 A . m . - 11 :00 A . m . Council Chambers, Chatham-Kent Civic Centre 315 King St W, Chatham ON 1. Call to Order   2. Provision For Disclosure Of Conflict Of Interest And The General Nature Thereof:   3. Approval of Minutes Of The Committee Held:   4. Business Arising From The Minutes:   5. Hearing Of Applications:   a. Application for Minor Variance PL202600114 – Ronald & Vernice Smith 204 Prince Street, Community of Harwich (South Kent)   1. Jul 09-26 Smith Report.pdf b. Application for Consent PL202600117 – Brian & Pamela Van Geest 120 Erie Street South, Community of Merlin (West Kent)   1. Jul 09-26 Van Geest Report.pdf c. Application for Consent PL202600099 – Harley & Rick McPhail 29305 Zone Road 4, Community of Zone (East Kent)   1. Jul 09-26 McPhail.pdf d. Application for Consent PL202600109 – Parkins Family Farms Ltd. 30035 Hale School Road, Community of Camden (North Kent)   1. Jul 09-26 Parkins Family Farms Ltd Report.pdf e. Application for Minor Variance PL202600118 – Rudy Van De Wynckel & Marlene Slade 19227 Mull Road, Community of Harwich (South Kent)   1. Jul 09-26 Van De Wynckel and Slade Report.pdf f. Application for Consent PL202600108 – Rosanna a …
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Mon Jun 22, 2026 · 6:00 PM

Combined Council Meeting

Chatham-Kent Council discusses zoning, contracts, and rental by-law changes

Chatham-Kent Combined Council will meet on June 22, 2026, to discuss a zoning by-law amendment for 221 Queen Street, award several municipal construction and service contracts, and review a proposed rental renovation licence by-law.

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✓ Decided: Council approves renoviction licence by-law, $500 per unit fee

Council approved a Rental Renovation Licence By-law effective October 1, 2026, requiring landlords to obtain a licence per unit at a fee of $500, with implementation costs of approximately $152,365 funded from the Strategic Development Reserve. Council also directed administration to advocate for a province-wide approach to reducing renovictions. The by-law and associated user fee amendment received three readings and were finally passed.

Council Chambers, Chatham-Kent Civic Centre
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Municipality of Chatham-Kent Combined Council Meeting Agenda Monday, June 22, 2026 6 :00 P . m . - 10 :00 P . m . Council Chambers, Chatham-Kent Civic Centre 315 King St W, Chatham ON A livestream of the Council Meeting will be available at: YourTV CK’s YouTube Channel 1. Call to Order   2. Disclosures of Pecuniary Interest (Direct or Indirect) for Closed Session Agenda Items and the General Nature There Of   3. Supplementary Closed Session Agenda Items   4. Recess to Closed Session - 4:00 p.m.   Councillor Hall, Closed Session Chair That Council moved into a Closed Session Meeting of Council pursuant to Section 239 of the Municipal Act, 2001, as amended, for the following reasons: Proposed disposition of land by the municipality with regard to Offer to Purchase - PIN 00938 1076, 2nd Street, Erieau. Section 239(2)(c), Municipal Act, 2001. Labour relations or contract negotiations with regard to EMS Contract Adjustment . Section 239(2)(d), Municipal Act, 2001 Labour relations or contract negotiations with regard to Fire Response in Wallaceburg . Section 239(2)(d), Municipal Act, 2001. Litigation and advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege with regard to OLT Appeal – 49 Taylor Ave. Chatham . Section 239(2)(e) & (f), Municipal Act, 2001 5. Adjournment of Closed Session   6. Resumption of Open Council Meeti …
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The Corporation of the Municipality of Chatham-Kent Chatham-Kent Council Meeting Monday, June 22, 2026 at 6 :00 P . m . - 10 :00 P . m . Council Chambers, Chatham-Kent Civic Centre 315 King St W, Chatham ON Present: Mayor Canniff,  Councillor Allin,  Councillor Anderson,  Councillor Bondy,  Councillor Ceccacci,  Councillor Crew,  Councillor Doyle,  Councillor Finn,  Councillor Hall,  Councillor Harrigan,  Councillor Jubenville,  Councillor McDonald,  Councillor McGrail,  Councillor B. McGregor,  Councillor C. McGregor,  Councillor Storey,  Councillor Thompson,  and Councillor Wright  1. Call to Order   2. Disclosures of Pecuniary Interest (Direct or Indirect) for Closed Session Agenda Items and the General Nature There Of   3. Supplementary Closed Session Agenda Items   4. Recess to Closed Session - 4:00 p.m.   Councillor Hall, Closed Session Chair That Council moved into a Closed Session Meeting of Council pursuant to Section 239 of the Municipal Act, 2001, as amended, for the following reasons: Proposed disposition of land by the municipality with regard to Offer to Purchase - PIN 00938 1076, 2nd Street, Erieau. Section 239(2)(c), Municipal Act, 2001. Labour relations or contract negotiations with regard to EMS Contract Adjustment . Section 239(2)(d), Muni …
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"That The Chatham-Kent Public Library Board Naming Rights & Sponsorships Policy be approved; Administration be directed to pursue Naming Rights & Sponsorships for the Chatham-Kent Public Library and…
17 yea · 1 nay
Mayor Canniff yea · Councillor Bondy yea · Councillor Ceccacci yea · Councillor Crew yea · Councillor Finn yea · Councillor Hall yea · Councillor Harrigan yea · Councillor McGrail yea · Councillor B. McGregor yea · Councillor C. McGregor yea · Councillor Thompson yea · Councillor Wright yea · Councillor Allin yea · Councillor Anderson yea · Councillor Doyle yea · Councillor Jubenville yea · Councillor McDonald yea · Councillor Storey nay
"Whereas costs continue to rise across the municipality faster than the ability of taxpayers to shoulder the burden. And whereas Council should always be looking for ways to trim tax increases…
10 yea · 7 nay · 1 absent
Councillor Bondy yea · Councillor Ceccacci yea · Councillor Crew yea · Councillor Hall yea · Councillor McGrail yea · Councillor C. McGregor yea · Councillor Thompson yea · Councillor Wright yea · Councillor Allin yea · Councillor McDonald yea · Mayor Canniff nay · Councillor Finn nay · Councillor Harrigan nay · Councillor B. McGregor nay · Councillor Doyle nay · Councillor Jubenville nay · Councillor Storey nay · Councillor Anderson absent
The other 13 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Thu Jun 18, 2026 · 9:00 AM

Committee of Adjustment

Committee to hear 13 land-use applications

The Committee of Adjustment will hear applications for consent and minor variances affecting properties in Chatham-Kent, including requests on Park Avenue West, River Line, and Tecumseh Line.

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Municipality of Chatham-Kent Committee of Adjustment Meeting Thursday, June 18, 2026 9 :00 A . m . - 11 :00 A . m . Council Chambers, Chatham-Kent Civic Centre 315 King St W, Chatham ON 1. Call to Order   2. Provision For Disclosure Of Conflict Of Interest And The General Nature Thereof:   3. Approval of Minutes Of The Committee Held:   4. Business Arising From The Minutes:   5. Hearing Of Applications:   a. Application for Consent PL202600043 – 1000200034 Ontario Inc. 1001 Park Avenue West, Community of Chatham (City)   1. Jun 18-26 1000200034 Ontario Inc Report.pdf b. Application for Minor Variance PL202600095 – William McLellan 24713, 24715 & 24729 Centre Side Road, Community   1. Jun 18-26 McLellan Report.pdf c. Application for Consent PL202600094 – Willmore Farms Ltd. 10580 River Line, Community of Harwich (South Kent)   1. Jun 18-26 Willmore Farms Ltd. Report.pdf d. Applications for Consent and Minor Variance PL202600091 – Alice & Stephen Uher 8453 Ninth Line, Community of Raleigh (South Kent)   1. Jun 18-26 Uher Report.pdf e. Application for Consent PL202600077 – Donna Pollard 5393 Middle Line, Community of Tilbury-East (West Kent)   1. Jun 18-26 Pollard Report.pdf f. Application for Minor Variance PL202600102 - Kari Worst, 710 Ross Lane, Commun …
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Mon Jun 8, 2026 · 6:00 PM

Council Meeting

Council to review Strategic Housing Action Plan

Chatham-Kent Council will hear a presentation on the Strategic Housing Action Plan and consider a tender award for drainage work. Several motions are on the agenda, including a call for an arena feasibility study and relocation of the Fergie Jenkins statue. Council will also enter closed session to discuss an OLT appeal and a property sale.

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✓ Decided: Council adopts 2026-2050 Strategic Housing Action Plan

Council adopted the Strategic Housing Action Plan (2026–2050) as the municipality's long-term housing framework, with implementation costs to be referred to future budget processes. Council also awarded a $2,117,000 tender for the Myers Drain and Pump Works to Clarke Construction Inc. and approved a feasibility study for a new arena, including a 5,000-plus seat option for a potential OHL franchise. A motion to report on councillor motions and agenda pulls was defeated.

Council Chambers, Chatham-Kent Civic Centre
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Thank you. staff, speakers or fellow members of the public, may result in removal from the premises. This also applies to deputations. We ask that you do not approach members of Council if they are seated in Council seats. The public, unless invited, is not permitted to come into the Gated Horseshoe area. The use of posters, signage and literature is also prohibited. Mr. Mayor, this evening we have regrets from Councillor Wright and also Councillor C. McGregor will be participating virtually a bit later. We have one disclosure of pecuniary interest and that is from Councillor Harrigan with regards to 16D, which is the motion of Councillor Doyle regarding the municipally owned treatment and recovery centre. We'll now move on to the recognitions. Mr. Mayor, Madam Clerk, before we go on, do we need approval for the supplementary agenda? Sure, we can take that. Okay, Councillor CREW and Councillor McGrail, can I get you to move the supplementary agenda, please? Second. Anyone opposed? Seeing none. Motion is carried. The first recognition is the artist feature, Portuguese club youth dancers. And this evening, the art in the Council chambers will begin with the Taste of Chatham-Kent presentation. I would like to invite Tracy Collihan and Mary Poulin, Ch airs of the Taste of Chatham-Kent, to come forward for the presentation. Red light. There we go. Good evening, your Worship, Mayor Caniff, members of Council, administration and members of the public. I'm Tracy Collihan, the Executi …
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Municipality of Chatham-Kent Council Agenda Monday, June 08, 2026 6 :00 P . m . - 10 :00 P . m . Council Chambers, Chatham-Kent Civic Centre 315 King St W, Chatham ON A livestream of the Council Meeting will be available at: YourTV CK’s YouTube Channel 1. Call to Order   2. Disclosures of Pecuniary Interest (Direct or Indirect) for Closed Session Agenda Items and the General Nature There Of   3. Supplementary Closed Session Agenda Items   4. Recess to Closed Session - 4:30 p.m.   Councillor Hall, Closed Session Chair That Council moved into a Closed Session Meeting of Council pursuant to Section 239 of the Municipal Act, 2001, as amended, for the following reasons: Litigation and advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege with regard to OLT Appeal - 135 Semenyn Ave. Chatham . Section 239(2)(e) & (f), Municipal Act, 2001. Proposed property disposition with regard to Offer to Purchas Big Pointe Road, Community of Dover. Section 239(2)(c), Municipal Act, 2001. 5. Adjournment of Closed Session   6. Resumption of Open Council Meeting – 6:00 p.m.   7. Playing of the National Anthem   8. Land Acknowledgement   9. Approval of Supplementary Agenda   10. Disclosures of Pecuniary Interest (Direct or Indirect) for Open Session Agenda Items and the …
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The Corporation of the Municipality of Chatham-Kent Chatham-Kent Council Meeting Monday, June 08, 2026 at 6 :00 P . m . - 10 :00 P . m . Council Chambers, Chatham-Kent Civic Centre 315 King St W, Chatham ON Present: Mayor Canniff,  Councillor Allin,  Councillor Anderson,  Councillor Bondy,  Councillor Ceccacci,  Councillor Crew,  Councillor Doyle,  Councillor Finn,  Councillor Hall,  Councillor Harrigan,  Councillor Jubenville,  Councillor McDonald,  Councillor McGrail,  Councillor B. McGregor,  Councillor C. McGregor,  Councillor Storey,  and Councillor Thompson  Absent: Councillor Wright  1. Call to Order   2. Disclosures of Pecuniary Interest (Direct or Indirect) for Closed Session Agenda Items and the General Nature There Of   3. Supplementary Closed Session Agenda Items   4. Recess to Closed Session - 4:30 p.m.   Councillor Hall, Closed Session Chair That Council moved into a Closed Session Meeting of Council pursuant to Section 239 of the Municipal Act, 2001, as amended, for the following reasons: Litigation and advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege with regard to OLT Appeal - 135 Semenyn Ave. Chatham . Section 239(2)(e) & (f), Municipal Act, 2001. Proposed property disposition with regard to Offer to Purchas Big Pointe Road, Com …
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🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
"Whereas Council during the last term, moved to a new type of agenda procedure where all items not pulled by any Councillors are passed in one vote called the consent agenda; Whereas reading the…
14 nay · 3 yea · 1 absent
Councillor Bondy yea · Councillor Doyle yea · Councillor Jubenville yea · Mayor Canniff nay · Councillor Ceccacci nay · Councillor Crew nay · Councillor Finn nay · Councillor Hall nay · Councillor Harrigan nay · Councillor McGrail nay · Councillor B. McGregor nay · Councillor C. McGregor nay · Councillor Thompson nay · Councillor Allin nay · Councillor Anderson nay · Councillor Storey nay · Councillor McDonald nay · Councillor Wright absent
b. Constructing a 5000 plus seat arena (to accommodate an OHL franchise) with additional playing surfaces consistent with community need.
16 yea · 1 nay · 1 absent
Mayor Canniff yea · Councillor Bondy yea · Councillor Ceccacci yea · Councillor Crew yea · Councillor Finn yea · Councillor Hall yea · Councillor Harrigan yea · Councillor McGrail yea · Councillor B. McGregor yea · Councillor C. McGregor yea · Councillor Thompson yea · Councillor Allin yea · Councillor Anderson yea · Councillor Doyle yea · Councillor Storey yea · Councillor McDonald yea · Councillor Jubenville nay · Councillor Wright absent
“That Chatham-Kent Council and the Chatham-Kent PUC delegate to the following Executive Management Team members the authority to apply to the Canada-Ontario Development Charges Reduction Program with…
14 yea · 2 nay · 2 absent
Mayor Canniff yea · Councillor Ceccacci yea · Councillor Crew yea · Councillor Hall yea · Councillor Harrigan yea · Councillor McGrail yea · Councillor B. McGregor yea · Councillor C. McGregor yea · Councillor Thompson yea · Councillor Allin yea · Councillor Anderson yea · Councillor Doyle yea · Councillor Jubenville yea · Councillor McDonald yea · Councillor Finn nay · Councillor Storey nay · Councillor Bondy absent · Councillor Wright absent
The other 9 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Mon May 25, 2026 · 6:00 PM

Combined Council Meeting

Chatham-Kent council to consider zoning changes and drainage by-laws

Chatham-Kent Combined Council will meet to discuss zoning by-law amendments for three properties, including a proposed affordable housing project at 199 Westcourt Boulevard, and authorize drainage work for several drains in the municipality.

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✓ Decided: Council awards $30.9M contract for 199 Westcourt affordable housing build

Council awarded the $30,943,118 construction contract for the 199 Westcourt Boulevard affordable housing project in Wallaceburg to S.E.M. Construction Limited, along with a $658,019 consulting contract amendment to Barry Bryan Associates. Council also approved three zoning by-law amendments, including one for the Westcourt site, and approved a motion directing staff to provide community input options for the Blenheim stormwater master plan. All votes were 15-0, with three councillors absent.

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Municipality of Chatham-Kent Combined Council Meeting Agenda Monday, May 25, 2026 6 :00 P . m . - 10 :00 P . m . Council Chambers, Chatham-Kent Civic Centre 315 King St W, Chatham ON A livestream of the Council Meeting will be available at: YourTV CK’s YouTube Channel 1. Call to Order   2. Disclosures of Pecuniary Interest (Direct or Indirect) for Closed Session Agenda Items and the General Nature There Of   3. Supplementary Closed Session Agenda Items   4. Recess to Closed Session - 4:00 p.m.   Councillor Hall, Closed Session Chair That Council moved into a Closed Session Meeting of Council pursuant to Section 239 of the Municipal Act, 2001, as amended, for the following reasons: Advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege with regard to Waiving Privilege regarding legal advice for 50 Indian Creek Rd. W, Chatham . Section 239(2)(f), Municipal Act, 2001. Information explicitly supplied in confidence to the municipality or local board by Canada, a province or territory or a Crown agency of any of them with regard to 199 Westcourt Blvd Affordable Housing Build. Section 239(2)(h), Municipal Act, 2001. Labour relations or employee negotiations with regard to Bargaining Authority for Fire and ONA RVG . Section 239(2)(d), Municipal Act, 2001. Litigation and advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege with regard to Ontario Land Trib …
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The Corporation of the Municipality of Chatham-Kent Chatham-Kent Council Meeting Monday, May 25, 2026 at 6 :00 P . m . - 10 :00 P . m . Council Chambers, Chatham-Kent Civic Centre 315 King St W, Chatham ON Present: Mayor Canniff,  Councillor Allin,  Councillor Bondy,  Councillor Ceccacci,  Councillor Crew,  Councillor Doyle,  Councillor Hall,  Councillor Harrigan,  Councillor Jubenville,  Councillor McGrail,  Councillor B. McGregor,  Councillor C. McGregor,  Councillor Storey,  Councillor Thompson,  and Councillor Wright  Absent: Councillor Anderson,  Councillor Finn,  and Councillor McDonald  1. Call to Order   2. Disclosures of Pecuniary Interest (Direct or Indirect) for Closed Session Agenda Items and the General Nature There Of   3. Supplementary Closed Session Agenda Items   4. Recess to Closed Session - 4:00 p.m.   Councillor Hall, Closed Session Chair That Council moved into a Closed Session Meeting of Council pursuant to Section 239 of the Municipal Act, 2001, as amended, for the following reasons: Advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege with regard to Waiving Privilege regarding legal advice for 50 Indian Creek Rd. W, Chatham . Section 239(2)(f), Municipal Act, 2001. Information explicitly supplied in confidence to the municipality …
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🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
"That Zoning By-law Amendment application File D-14 CH/13/26/J, concerning the property known as 9877 & 9879 Longwoods Road, in Part of Lot 10, Concession 1, in the Community of Chatham (Township)…
15 yea · 3 absent
Mayor Canniff yea · Councillor Bondy yea · Councillor Ceccacci yea · Councillor Crew yea · Councillor Hall yea · Councillor Harrigan yea · Councillor McGrail yea · Councillor B. McGregor yea · Councillor C. McGregor yea · Councillor Thompson yea · Councillor Wright yea · Councillor Allin yea · Councillor Doyle yea · Councillor Jubenville yea · Councillor Storey yea · Councillor Finn absent · Councillor Anderson absent · Councillor McDonald absent
"That Consent application File B-32/26 to sever and convey a residential parcel, approximately 0.38 ha (0.94 ac.) in area, shown as Part 1 on the applicant’s sketch, in Part of Lot 3, Concession 2…
15 yea · 3 absent
Mayor Canniff yea · Councillor Bondy yea · Councillor Ceccacci yea · Councillor Crew yea · Councillor Hall yea · Councillor Harrigan yea · Councillor McGrail yea · Councillor B. McGregor yea · Councillor C. McGregor yea · Councillor Thompson yea · Councillor Wright yea · Councillor Allin yea · Councillor Doyle yea · Councillor Jubenville yea · Councillor Storey yea · Councillor Finn absent · Councillor Anderson absent · Councillor McDonald absent
"That Zoning By-law Amendment, to amend the Chatham-Kent Zoning By-law 216-2009, as amended, on the lands known as 199 Westcourt Boulevard, Community of Wallaceburg, to reflect the planned municipal…
15 yea · 3 absent
Mayor Canniff yea · Councillor Bondy yea · Councillor Ceccacci yea · Councillor Crew yea · Councillor Hall yea · Councillor Harrigan yea · Councillor McGrail yea · Councillor B. McGregor yea · Councillor C. McGregor yea · Councillor Thompson yea · Councillor Wright yea · Councillor Allin yea · Councillor Doyle yea · Councillor Jubenville yea · Councillor Storey yea · Councillor Finn absent · Councillor Anderson absent · Councillor McDonald absent
"That the following items be approved as presented: 15(a), 15(b), 15(c), 15(e), 20(a).”
15 yea · 3 absent
Mayor Canniff yea · Councillor Bondy yea · Councillor Ceccacci yea · Councillor Crew yea · Councillor Hall yea · Councillor Harrigan yea · Councillor McGrail yea · Councillor B. McGregor yea · Councillor C. McGregor yea · Councillor Thompson yea · Councillor Wright yea · Councillor Allin yea · Councillor Doyle yea · Councillor Jubenville yea · Councillor Storey yea · Councillor Finn absent · Councillor Anderson absent · Councillor McDonald absent
"That the Drainage Board Recommendations from its meeting held on May 11, 2026 be approved.:
15 yea · 3 absent
Mayor Canniff yea · Councillor Bondy yea · Councillor Ceccacci yea · Councillor Crew yea · Councillor Hall yea · Councillor Harrigan yea · Councillor McGrail yea · Councillor B. McGregor yea · Councillor C. McGregor yea · Councillor Thompson yea · Councillor Wright yea · Councillor Allin yea · Councillor Doyle yea · Councillor Jubenville yea · Councillor Storey yea · Councillor Finn absent · Councillor Anderson absent · Councillor McDonald absent
"That The proposal in the amount of $30,943,118.00 (excluding HST) for the construction of Affordable Housing at 199 Westcourt Boulevard in Wallaceburg be awarded to S.E.M. Construction Limited. The…
15 yea · 3 absent
Mayor Canniff yea · Councillor Bondy yea · Councillor Ceccacci yea · Councillor Crew yea · Councillor Hall yea · Councillor Harrigan yea · Councillor McGrail yea · Councillor B. McGregor yea · Councillor C. McGregor yea · Councillor Thompson yea · Councillor Wright yea · Councillor Allin yea · Councillor Doyle yea · Councillor Jubenville yea · Councillor Storey yea · Councillor Finn absent · Councillor Anderson absent · Councillor McDonald absent
“Whereas the municipality of Chatham Kent will be undertaken a storm water master plan for Blenheim. Be it resolved that staff provide a method for community input and communication options for…
15 yea · 3 absent
Mayor Canniff yea · Councillor Bondy yea · Councillor Ceccacci yea · Councillor Crew yea · Councillor Hall yea · Councillor Harrigan yea · Councillor McGrail yea · Councillor B. McGregor yea · Councillor C. McGregor yea · Councillor Thompson yea · Councillor Wright yea · Councillor Allin yea · Councillor Doyle yea · Councillor Jubenville yea · Councillor Storey yea · Councillor Finn absent · Councillor Anderson absent · Councillor McDonald absent
"That the Closed Session Report from May 25, 2026 be approved."
15 yea · 3 absent
Mayor Canniff yea · Councillor Bondy yea · Councillor Ceccacci yea · Councillor Crew yea · Councillor Hall yea · Councillor Harrigan yea · Councillor McGrail yea · Councillor B. McGregor yea · Councillor C. McGregor yea · Councillor Thompson yea · Councillor Wright yea · Councillor Allin yea · Councillor Doyle yea · Councillor Jubenville yea · Councillor Storey yea · Councillor Finn absent · Councillor Anderson absent · Councillor McDonald absent
Mon May 25, 2026 · 2:30 PM

Board of Health

Board to approve public health plan and food council membership

The Chatham-Kent Board of Health will discuss the 2026 Public Health Service Plan and approve membership for the Food Policy Council. The agenda includes updates on student nutrition and perinatal mental health support.

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✓ Decided: Board approves 2026 Public Health Service Plan and appoints new Food Council member

The Board approved the minutes from the March 23, 2026 meeting and received a verbal health update as information. It approved the appointment of one new member to the Chatham‑Kent Food Policy Council and adopted the 2026 Public Health Service Plan. Several reports—including perinatal mental‑health feedback, the Ontario Student Nutrition Program, and the Director’s Report—were received as information. The Board also designated four voting delegates for the 2026 alPHa Annual General Meeting.

Civic Centre
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Chatham-Kent Board of Health Agenda Monday, May 25, 2026 2 :30 P . m . - 3 :30 P . m . Civic Centre 315 King St W, Chatham ON To attend virtually please email [email protected] 1. Call of the Roll   2. Disclosures of Pecuniary Interest (Direct or Indirect) and the General Nature There Of   3. Land Acknowledgement   4. Minutes of the Board Meeting   1. Minutes of Board Meeting March 23, 2026.pdf 5. Education and Training   a. Verbal Update by Dr. Shanker Nesathurai, Medical Officer of Health   6. Business Arising From the Minutes   7. New Business   a. Items Requiring Action   a. Chatham-Kent Food Policy Council Membership Approval   1. Chatham-Kent Food Policy Council Membership Approval - May 2026.pdf b. 2026 Chatham-Kent Public Health Service Plan Submission   1. 2026 Chatham-Kent Public Health Service Plan Submission.pdf 2. 2026 Annual Service Plan.pdf b. Information Reports to be Received   a. Perinatal Mental Health Support Group 2025 Feedback   1. Perinatal Mental Health Support Group 2025 Feedback.pdf b. Ontario Student Nutrition Program – Chatham Kent   1. Ontario Student Nutrition Program (OSNP) – Chatham Kent.pdf c. Director’s Report – April and May 2026 …
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Chatham-Kent Board of Health Minutes Monday, May 25, 2026 at 2 :30 P . m . - 3 :30 P . m . Civic Centre 315 King St W, Chatham ON Present: Councillor Lauren Anderson,  Councillor Melissa Harrigan,  Councillor Brock McGregor (Chair),  Councillor Carmen McGregor (Vice Chair),  and Evan Rogers  Regrets: Joshua Caron  and Stephanie Harper  1. Call of the Roll   2. Disclosures of Pecuniary Interest (Direct or Indirect) and the General Nature There Of   None 3. Land Acknowledgement   4. Minutes of the Board Meeting   1. Minutes of Board Meeting March 23, 2026.pdf Moved Councillor Melissa Harrigan Seconded Evan Rogers That the minutes of the Board of Health meeting of March 23, 2026 be approved. Motion Carried 5. Education and Training   a. Verbal Update by Dr. Shanker Nesathurai, Medical Officer of Health   Dr. Shanker Nesathurai, Medical Officer of Health, provided a verbal update to the Board regarding the role and responsibilities of Public Health Inspectors within Chatham-Kent Public Health.  While they may be less visible than other professions, their work is central to the mission of preventing illness and protecting community health. Inspectors are highly trained, requiring at least four years of university education and national certification. Public H …
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Thu May 21, 2026 · 9:00 AM

Committee of Adjustment

Committee to hear zoning variance and consent applications

The Committee of Adjustment will hear applications for minor variances and consents regarding land use changes in Chatham-Kent. The meeting is scheduled for Thursday, May 21, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. in the Council Chambers.

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Council Chambers, Chatham-Kent Civic Centre
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Municipality of Chatham-Kent Committee of Adjustment Meeting Thursday, May 21, 2026 9 :00 A . m . - 11 :00 A . m . Council Chambers, Chatham-Kent Civic Centre 315 King St W, Chatham ON 1. Call to Order   2. Provision For Disclosure Of Conflict Of Interest And The General Nature Thereof:   3. Approval of Minutes Of The Committee Held:   4. Business Arising From The Minutes:   5. Hearing Of Applications:   a. Application for Expansion of a Legal Non-Conforming Use - Linda Barber & Joseph Riegling, 23144 Dillon Road, Community of Raleigh   1. May 21-26 Barber and Riegling Report.pdf b. Application for Minor Variance PL202600073 – De & Gregory Gillies 15258 Cleeves Line, Community of Orford (Ea   1. May 21-26 Gillies Report.pdf c. Application for Consent PL202600070 – Geraldine Gillier 10660 Blind Fourth Line, Community of Harwich (South Kent)   1. May 21-26 Gillier Report.pdf d. Application for Consent PL202600065 – Dieleman Farms Limited 12596 Longwoods Road, Community of Camden (East Kent)   1. May 21-26 Dieleman Farms Limited Report.pdf e. Application for Minor Variance PL202600061 – Cornelio & Nancy Harms 23067 Mull Road, Community of Harwich (South Kent)   1. May 21-26 Harms Report.pdf f. Application for Minor Variance - Susan Warnock, 11756 Bates Dr …
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Mon May 11, 2026 · 6:00 PM

Council Meeting

Chatham-Kent Council sets 2026 tax rates and approves road resurfacing contracts

Chatham-Kent Council will vote on adopting 2026 tax rates and business improvement area rates, approve pavement resurfacing contracts, and consider previously postponed items including arena oversight and child care expansion.

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✓ Decided: Council approves 2026 tax rates and pavement resurfacing contract

Chatham-Kent Council approved the 2026 tax rates and awarded a $6.3 million pavement resurfacing contract. The council also directed staff to investigate other options for the 110 Sandy Street redevelopment and set the status quo for sidewalk winter control.

Council Chambers, Chatham-Kent Civic Centre
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Municipality of Chatham-Kent Council Agenda Monday, May 11, 2026 6 :00 P . m . - 10 :00 P . m . Council Chambers, Chatham-Kent Civic Centre 315 King St W, Chatham ON A livestream of the Council Meeting will be available at: YourTV CK’s YouTube Channel 1. Call to Order   2. Disclosures of Pecuniary Interest (Direct or Indirect) for Closed Session Agenda Items and the General Nature There Of   3. Supplementary Closed Session Agenda Items   4. Recess to Closed Session    Councillor Hall, Closed Session Chair At the time of publishing, there were no items to be discussed in closed session. 5. Adjournment of Closed Session   6. Resumption of Open Council Meeting – 6:00 p.m.   7. Playing of the National Anthem   8. Land Acknowledgement   9. Approval of Supplementary Agenda   10. Disclosures of Pecuniary Interest (Direct or Indirect) for Open Session Agenda Items and the General Nature There Of   11. Recognitions   a. Recognition of Sam Knowler for winning the National Arm Wrestling Championship   b. Artist Feature - May is Museum Month   12. Presentation   a. Dave Epp, MP, Chatham-Kent - Leamington   13. Items postponed from the April 27, 2026 Council Meet …
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🗳️ How they voted — 7 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
“Whereas in Canada's parliamentary system, MPs are elected to represent their constituents under a party banner, but unrestricted floor-crossing can erode voter trust amid rising political corruption…
11 nay · 5 yea · 2 absent
Councillor Bondy yea · Councillor Finn yea · Councillor Wright yea · Councillor Doyle yea · Councillor Jubenville yea · Mayor Canniff nay · Councillor Crew nay · Councillor Hall nay · Councillor Harrigan nay · Councillor McGrail nay · Councillor B. McGregor nay · Councillor C. McGregor nay · Councillor Thompson nay · Councillor Allin nay · Councillor Storey nay · Councillor McDonald nay · Councillor Ceccacci absent · Councillor Anderson absent
“That Council reconsider the previous direction given with regards to 110 Sandys St., Chatham.” The motion did not receive the support of 2/3 of the members present, therefore the motion to…
9 yea · 8 nay
Councillor Bondy yea · Councillor Ceccacci yea · Councillor Finn yea · Councillor Wright yea · Councillor Allin yea · Councillor Anderson yea · Councillor Doyle yea · Councillor Jubenville yea · Councillor Storey yea · Mayor Canniff nay · Councillor Crew nay · Councillor Hall nay · Councillor McGrail nay · Councillor B. McGregor nay · Councillor C. McGregor nay · Councillor Thompson nay · Councillor McDonald nay
“That the report be referred back to administration to further investigate other options for this property from the organizations that have submitted proposals.”
9 yea · 9 nay
Councillor Bondy yea · Councillor Ceccacci yea · Councillor Finn yea · Councillor Wright yea · Councillor Allin yea · Councillor Anderson yea · Councillor Doyle yea · Councillor Jubenville yea · Councillor Storey yea · Mayor Canniff nay · Councillor Crew nay · Councillor Hall nay · Councillor Harrigan nay · Councillor McGrail nay · Councillor B. McGregor nay · Councillor C. McGregor nay · Councillor Thompson nay · Councillor McDonald nay
"That The proposal in the amount of $498,625.00 (excluding HST) for the design, tendering, and contract administration for the redevelopment of 110 Sandys Street be awarded to Architecttura Inc…
10 yea · 8 nay
Mayor Canniff yea · Councillor Crew yea · Councillor Hall yea · Councillor Harrigan yea · Councillor McGrail yea · Councillor B. McGregor yea · Councillor C. McGregor yea · Councillor Thompson yea · Councillor Allin yea · Councillor McDonald yea · Councillor Bondy nay · Councillor Ceccacci nay · Councillor Finn nay · Councillor Wright nay · Councillor Anderson nay · Councillor Doyle nay · Councillor Jubenville nay · Councillor Storey nay
"That The 2026 Business Improvement Area (BIA) levies be approved."
15 yea · 2 nay · 1 absent
Mayor Canniff yea · Councillor Crew yea · Councillor Finn yea · Councillor Hall yea · Councillor Harrigan yea · Councillor McGrail yea · Councillor C. McGregor yea · Councillor Thompson yea · Councillor Wright yea · Councillor Allin yea · Councillor Anderson yea · Councillor Doyle yea · Councillor Jubenville yea · Councillor Storey yea · Councillor McDonald yea · Councillor Ceccacci nay · Councillor B. McGregor nay · Councillor Bondy absent
"That Section A(2) from the by-law be approved."
12 yea · 6 nay
Mayor Canniff yea · Councillor Ceccacci yea · Councillor Crew yea · Councillor Hall yea · Councillor Harrigan yea · Councillor McGrail yea · Councillor B. McGregor yea · Councillor C. McGregor yea · Councillor Wright yea · Councillor Allin yea · Councillor Anderson yea · Councillor McDonald yea · Councillor Bondy nay · Councillor Finn nay · Councillor Thompson nay · Councillor Doyle nay · Councillor Jubenville nay · Councillor Storey nay
"Whereas the Historic Downtown Chatham BIA has requested funding for gates to be installed in between the buildings at 202 and 210 King St. W, for the purposing of securing an alleyway that is…
11 yea · 6 nay
Mayor Canniff yea · Councillor Bondy yea · Councillor Crew yea · Councillor Hall yea · Councillor Harrigan yea · Councillor B. McGregor yea · Councillor C. McGregor yea · Councillor Allin yea · Councillor Anderson yea · Councillor Doyle yea · Councillor McDonald yea · Councillor Finn nay · Councillor McGrail nay · Councillor Thompson nay · Councillor Wright nay · Councillor Jubenville nay · Councillor Storey nay
The other 7 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Thu May 7, 2026 · 9:00 AM

Committee of Adjustment

Committee will hear five land-use applications, including a Certificate of Validation.

The Committee of Adjustment will consider several applications: a Certificate of Validation for 29599 Kimball Road, minor variances for 21 Forrest Street and 9 Sarah Crescent, and consents for 20572 Duart Road, 21325 Harbour Road, and 11455 Front Line. The meeting also includes a hearing on changes to conditions of provisional consents and other business.

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Council Chambers, Chatham-Kent Civic Centre
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Municipality of Chatham-Kent Committee of Adjustment Meeting Thursday, May 07, 2026 9 :00 A . m . - 11 :00 A . m . Council Chambers, Chatham-Kent Civic Centre 315 King St W, Chatham ON 1. Call to Order   2. Provision For Disclosure Of Conflict Of Interest And The General Nature Thereof:   3. Approval of Minutes Of The Committee Held:   4. Business Arising From The Minutes:   5. Hearing Of Applications:   a. Application for Certificate of Validation under Section 57 of the Planning Act PL202600050 – James & Godelieve Seys 29599 Kimball Road, Community of Chatham (Township)   1. May 07-26 Seys Report.pdf b. Application for Minor Variance PL202600071 – Ryan & Tiffany Beaulieu 21 Forrest Street, Community of Tilbury   1. May 07-26 Beaulieu Report.pdf c. Application for Consent PL202600076 – Clarkview Farms Limited 20572 Duart Road, Community of Orford (East Kent)   1. May 07-26 Clarkview Farms Ltd Report.pdf d. Application for Consent PL202600054 – Justin Alston 21325 Harbour Road, Community of Wheatley (West Kent)   1. May 07-26 Alston Report.pdf e. Application for Consent PL202600017 – Tollagri Inc. 11455 Front Line, Community of Harwich (South Kent)   1. May 7-26 Tollagri Inc. Report.pdf f. Application for Minor Variance PL202600075 – 9 Sarah Holdings I …
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Mon Apr 27, 2026 · 6:00 PM

Combined Council Meeting

Council to decide on Waste to Energy project and approve zoning changes

Chatham-Kent Council will decide whether to proceed with the Waste to Energy project and vote on several zoning by-law amendments. The meeting also includes reports on drainage, infrastructure, and community funding.

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✓ Decided: Council approved multiple consent and zoning amendments for Howard parcels

The council moved and seconded a motion to approve four consent applications (files B-77/25, B-13/26, B-15/26, B-14/25) and the related Zoning By-law Amendment D-14 HO/44/25/A for land in the Community of Howard. The motion carried unanimously with a 17‑to‑0 vote; Councillor Hall was absent. No deputations were received on any of the applications.

Council Chambers, Chatham-Kent Civic Centre
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We'll be right back. Thank you. Councilors participating virtually, and they are Councilor Brock McGregor, Councilor Harrigan, Councilor Wright, and Councilor C. McG regor. I understand two of them will be arriving into the Council Chambers within a half hour or so. Disclosures of pecuniary interest for open session agenda items. We have five this evening. Councilor Story has a conflict on three planning Item 11B, 11C, and 11F. Councilor Crew has a conflict on Item 20A, and Councilor Harrigan has a conflict on 20D. We'll now move on to planning services. Thank you, Mayor Kaniff. The planning meeting process will be as follows. First, the Clerk will announce the item, and if any written submissions are received. Second, the Mayor will ask if anyone, besides the applicant or an agent, is interested to speak to the item, and ask if they would raise their hand. Third, if anyone is present to speak to the item, administration will make a short presentation. Four, interested individuals will address Council here at the podium and give their name and address. Fourth, or fifth, sorry. The applicant may address Council at the podium. Sixth, Council may ask questions of each presenter and the applicant. Seventh, administration may comment based on the discussion . And eighth, Council will decide which action to take with regard to the item. Council decisions tonight at this planning meeting will be posted on the Municipal website. If you made an oral deputation or submitted comments on …
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Municipality of Chatham-Kent Combined Council Meeting Agenda Monday, April 27, 2026 6 :00 P . m . - 10 :00 P . m . Council Chambers, Chatham-Kent Civic Centre 315 King St W, Chatham ON A livestream of the Council Meeting will be available at: YourTV CK’s YouTube Channel 1. Call to Order   2. Disclosures of Pecuniary Interest (Direct or Indirect) for Closed Session Agenda Items and the General Nature There Of   3. Supplementary Closed Session Agenda Items   4. Recess to Closed Session - 4:00 p.m.   Councillor Hall, Closed Session Chair That Council moved into a Closed Session Meeting of Council pursuant to Section 239 of the Municipal Act, 2001, as amended, for the following reasons: Advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, a position, plan, procedure, criteria or instruction to be applied to any negotiations carried on by the municipality and a trade secret or scientific, technical, commercial, financial or labour relations information, supplied in confidence to the municipality or local board, which, if disclosed, could reasonably be expected to prejudice significantly the competitive position or interfere significantly with the contractual or other negotiations of a person, group of persons, or organization with regard to Waste to Energy Project. Section 239(2)(f), (i) & (k), Municipal Act, 2001. 5. Adjournment of Closed Sess …
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🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
"That The proposal in the amount of $6,545,129.50 (excluding HST) for the Construction Services for the Park Avenue Business Center Building Renovations be awarded to Oscar Construction Company…
16 yea · 1 nay · 1 absent
Mayor Canniff yea · Councillor Bondy yea · Councillor Ceccacci yea · Councillor Crew yea · Councillor Finn yea · Councillor Harrigan yea · Councillor McGrail yea · Councillor B. McGregor yea · Councillor C. McGregor yea · Councillor Thompson yea · Councillor Wright yea · Councillor Allin yea · Councillor Anderson yea · Councillor Doyle yea · Councillor Jubenville yea · Councillor McDonald yea · Councillor Storey nay · Councillor Hall absent
“That in the interests of transparency on how taxpayers dollars are being spent, be it resolved that this motion be postponed until in-person public consultations have been held on this item. This…
14 nay · 4 yea
Councillor Bondy yea · Councillor Finn yea · Councillor Jubenville yea · Councillor Storey yea · Mayor Canniff nay · Councillor Ceccacci nay · Councillor Crew nay · Councillor Hall nay · Councillor Harrigan nay · Councillor McGrail nay · Councillor B. McGregor nay · Councillor C. McGregor nay · Councillor Thompson nay · Councillor Wright nay · Councillor Allin nay · Councillor Anderson nay · Councillor Doyle nay · Councillor McDonald nay
"That Chatham-Kent Council approve the construction and operation of an anaerobic digestor operation at 175 Bloomfield Road, Chatham, Ontario, jointly with the Chatham-Kent Public Utilities…
14 yea · 4 nay
Mayor Canniff yea · Councillor Ceccacci yea · Councillor Crew yea · Councillor Hall yea · Councillor Harrigan yea · Councillor McGrail yea · Councillor B. McGregor yea · Councillor C. McGregor yea · Councillor Thompson yea · Councillor Wright yea · Councillor Allin yea · Councillor Anderson yea · Councillor Doyle yea · Councillor McDonald yea · Councillor Bondy nay · Councillor Finn nay · Councillor Jubenville nay · Councillor Storey nay
The other 14 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Thu Apr 23, 2026 · 9:00 AM

Committee of Adjustment

Committee of Adjustment to hear 11 property applications

The Committee of Adjustment meeting on April 23, 2026, will hear 11 applications for consents and minor variances across Chatham-Kent. Each application will be considered based on planning staff reports. No other substantive business is scheduled beyond agenda routine items.

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Municipality of Chatham-Kent Committee of Adjustment Meeting Thursday, April 23, 2026 9 :00 A . m . - 11 :00 A . m . Council Chambers, Chatham-Kent Civic Centre 315 King St W, Chatham ON 1. Call to Order   2. Provision For Disclosure Of Conflict Of Interest And The General Nature Thereof:   3. Approval of Minutes Of The Committee Held:   4. Business Arising From The Minutes:   5. Hearing Of Applications:   a. Application for Consent PL202500190 – Mark Scott Moir & Mark Sherwood Moir 25122 St. Clair Road, Community of Dover (North Kent)   1. Apr 23-26 Moir Report.pdf b. Application for Minor Variance PL202600047 – Kenneth & Darlene Penney 50 Dundee Drive, Community of Chatham (   1. Apr 23-26 Penney Report.pdf c. Application for Minor Variance PL202600051 – Anthony Holman 22 Cecil Street South, Community of Ridgetown (East Kent)   1. Apr 23-26 Holman Report.pdf d. Application for Minor Variance PL202600055 – Alanna Aarssen 67 Alden Street, Community of Chatham (City)   1. Apr 23-26 Aarssen Report.pdf e. Application for Minor Variance PL202600033 – Community Living Wallaceburg 1005 Dufferin Avenue, Community of Wallaceburg   1. Apr 23-26 Community Living Wallaceburg Report.pdf f. Application for Consent PL202600058 – Frances & John Farrell 29702 Zone Roa …
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Mon Apr 13, 2026 · 6:00 PM

Council Meeting

Council to review remuneration for 2026-2030 term and new noise by-law

Chatham-Kent Council will discuss council member pay for the 2026-2030 term and consider a new noise by-law. The meeting includes reviews of emergency housing options, substance use treatment, and several property purchase offers.

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✓ Decided: Council approved $1.56M for three new snowplow units (13-2)

Council approved $1,559,061 for the purchase of three new snowplow/salter units, funded from the Municipal Fleet Reserve. It also directed administration to prepare reports on low-barrier emergency housing, a municipally supported substance use recovery home modeled after Ryan's House, and a consultant-led evaluation of the encampment response protocol. All items from the postponed March 23 meeting were resolved. The consent agenda containing various board minutes and contract awards was approved.

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Municipality of Chatham-Kent Council Agenda Monday, April 13, 2026 6 :00 P . m . - 10 :00 P . m . Council Chambers, Chatham-Kent Civic Centre 315 King St W, Chatham ON A livestream of the Council Meeting will be available at: YourTV CK’s YouTube Channel 1. Call to Order   2. Disclosures of Pecuniary Interest (Direct or Indirect) for Closed Session Agenda Items and the General Nature There Of   3. Supplementary Closed Session Agenda Items   4. Recess to Closed Session - 4:00 p.m.   Councillor Hall, Closed Session Chair That Council moved into a Closed Session Meeting of Council pursuant to Section 239 of the Municipal Act, 2001, as amended, for the following reasons: Advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege with regard to Waste to Energy Project. Section 239(2)(f), Municipal Act, 2001. Litigation and advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege with regard to York1 Litigation . Section 239(2)(e) & (f), Municipal Act, 2001. Labour relations or employee negotiations with regard to Emergency Services Collective Agreement . Section 239(2)(d), Municipal Act, 2001. Personal information about identifiable individuals with regard to Election Compliance Audit Committee Appointments . Section 239(2)(b), Municipal Act, 2001. 5. Adjournment of Closed Session   6. Resumption of Open Council Meeting – 6:00 p.m. …
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🗳️ How they voted — 8 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
"That One-time capital funding in the amount of $1,559,061.00 for the purchase of two (2) new tandem axle snowplow/salter units and one (1) new triaxle snowplow/salter unit be approved and funded…
13 yea · 3 absent · 2 nay
Mayor Canniff yea · Councillor Bondy yea · Councillor Ceccacci yea · Councillor Crew yea · Councillor Finn yea · Councillor Hall yea · Councillor Harrigan yea · Councillor McGrail yea · Councillor B. McGregor yea · Councillor Anderson yea · Councillor Jubenville yea · Councillor Storey yea · Councillor McDonald yea · Councillor Wright nay · Councillor Doyle nay · Councillor C. McGregor absent · Councillor Thompson absent · Councillor Allin absent
Th e Mayor receive a fixed increase effective January 1 of each year of the next Council term, the amount of $1,840 . Such amount to be p ro-rated for the first and final year of Council term .
10 yea · 5 nay · 3 absent
Mayor Canniff yea · Councillor Ceccacci yea · Councillor Crew yea · Councillor Hall yea · Councillor Harrigan yea · Councillor McGrail yea · Councillor B. McGregor yea · Councillor Allin yea · Councillor Storey yea · Councillor McDonald yea · Councillor Bondy nay · Councillor Finn nay · Councillor Wright nay · Councillor Doyle nay · Councillor Jubenville nay · Councillor C. McGregor absent · Councillor Thompson absent · Councillor Anderson absent
Each Councillor receive a fixed increase effective January 1 of each year of the next term of Council term, in the amount of $1,840. Such amount to be pro-rated for the first and final year of…
9 yea · 6 nay · 3 absent
Mayor Canniff yea · Councillor Ceccacci yea · Councillor Crew yea · Councillor Hall yea · Councillor Harrigan yea · Councillor McGrail yea · Councillor B. McGregor yea · Councillor Allin yea · Councillor McDonald yea · Councillor Bondy nay · Councillor Finn nay · Councillor Wright nay · Councillor Doyle nay · Councillor Jubenville nay · Councillor Storey nay · Councillor C. McGregor absent · Councillor Thompson absent · Councillor Anderson absent
The Health Care Spending Account amount for each Councillor be increased to $1,420 per calendar year. Such amount to be pro-rated for the first and final year of Council term.
10 yea · 5 nay · 3 absent
Mayor Canniff yea · Councillor Ceccacci yea · Councillor Hall yea · Councillor Harrigan yea · Councillor McGrail yea · Councillor B. McGregor yea · Councillor Wright yea · Councillor Allin yea · Councillor Storey yea · Councillor McDonald yea · Councillor Bondy nay · Councillor Crew nay · Councillor Finn nay · Councillor Doyle nay · Councillor Jubenville nay · Councillor C. McGregor absent · Councillor Thompson absent · Councillor Anderson absent
A Meal Allowance Per Diem be implemented for meal allowances when the Mayor and Councillors are travelling to conduct business on behalf of the Municipality, as follows: Breakfast: $15, Lunch: $25…
11 yea · 5 nay · 2 absent
Mayor Canniff yea · Councillor Ceccacci yea · Councillor Crew yea · Councillor Hall yea · Councillor Harrigan yea · Councillor McGrail yea · Councillor B. McGregor yea · Councillor Allin yea · Councillor Anderson yea · Councillor Storey yea · Councillor McDonald yea · Councillor Bondy nay · Councillor Finn nay · Councillor Wright nay · Councillor Doyle nay · Councillor Jubenville nay · Councillor C. McGregor absent · Councillor Thompson absent
A New Councillor Training Fund be created with allocated funding of $3,500.
14 yea · 2 nay · 2 absent
Mayor Canniff yea · Councillor Bondy yea · Councillor Crew yea · Councillor Finn yea · Councillor Hall yea · Councillor Harrigan yea · Councillor McGrail yea · Councillor B. McGregor yea · Councillor Wright yea · Councillor Allin yea · Councillor Anderson yea · Councillor Jubenville yea · Councillor Storey yea · Councillor McDonald yea · Councillor Ceccacci nay · Councillor Doyle nay · Councillor C. McGregor absent · Councillor Thompson absent
The remaining funds from the Council member remuneration review, (approx. $19,084), be allocated to the conference budgets.”
13 yea · 3 nay · 2 absent
Mayor Canniff yea · Councillor Bondy yea · Councillor Ceccacci yea · Councillor Crew yea · Councillor Hall yea · Councillor Harrigan yea · Councillor McGrail yea · Councillor B. McGregor yea · Councillor Wright yea · Councillor Allin yea · Councillor Anderson yea · Councillor Storey yea · Councillor McDonald yea · Councillor Finn nay · Councillor Doyle nay · Councillor Jubenville nay · Councillor C. McGregor absent · Councillor Thompson absent
“That the Mayor and Council of the Municipality of Chatham-Kent support the advocacy of the Chatham-Kent Food Policy Council in support of the passage of Senate Bill S-206. The Mayor create a…
8 yea · 8 nay · 2 absent
Councillor Crew yea · Councillor Finn yea · Councillor Hall yea · Councillor Harrigan yea · Councillor B. McGregor yea · Councillor Allin yea · Councillor Storey yea · Councillor McDonald yea · Mayor Canniff nay · Councillor Bondy nay · Councillor Ceccacci nay · Councillor McGrail nay · Councillor Wright nay · Councillor Anderson nay · Councillor Doyle nay · Councillor Jubenville nay · Councillor C. McGregor absent · Councillor Thompson absent
The other 13 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Thu Mar 26, 2026 · 9:00 AM

Committee of Adjustment

Committee reviews multiple land use applications including variances and consents

The Committee of Adjustment will hear a series of land‑use applications. Items include minor variance requests and consent applications for properties in Ridge, Harwich, Raleigh, Howard, and Chatham. The committee will consider each application and the attached planning reports.

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Municipality of Chatham-Kent Committee of Adjustment Meeting Thursday, March 26, 2026 9 :00 A . m . - 10 :00 A . m . Civic Centre 315 King St W, Chatham ON 1. Call to Order   2. Provision For Disclosure Of Conflict Of Interest And The General Nature Thereof:   3. Approval of Minutes Of The Committee Held:   4. Business Arising From The Minutes:   5. Hearing Of Applications:   a. Application for Minor Variance PL202500188 – John & Beverly Zandstra 83 Erie Street North, Community of Ridge   1. Mar 26-26 Zandstra Report.pdf b. Application for Consent PL202600031 – Estate of Helen Mary Zimmer 11044 Fairview Line, Community of Harwich (South Kent)   1. Mar 26-26 Estate of Helen Mary Zimmer and Boersma Report.pdf c. Applications for Consent and Minor Variance PL202600019 – Estate of Larry Beck 8924 English Line, Community of Harwich (South Kent)   1. Mar 26-26 Estate of Larry Beck Report.pdf d. Application for Consent PL202600015– Flook Farms Limited 7851 Ninth Line, Community of Raleigh (South Kent)   1. Mar 26-26 Flook Farms Limited.pdf e. Application for Consent PL202600032 – Clarke Family Farms Inc. 19789 Kent Bridge Road, Community of Howard (East Kent)   1. Mar 26-26 Clarke Family Farms Inc.pdf f. Application for Minor Variance PL202600042 – Top Qualit …
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Mon Mar 23, 2026 · 6:00 PM

Combined Council Meeting

Council to adopt several zoning and official plan amendment by‑laws

The council will consider and vote on a series of Official Plan and Zoning By‑law amendment applications for properties in Tilbury, Harwich, Chatham, Howard and the City of Chatham. It will also receive a single‑source contract award for a fibre‑reinforced surface treatment and review a presentation on the Waste‑to‑Energy project. A motion will be considered to bring high‑speed fibre internet to Ridgetown.

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✓ Decided: Council approves Official Plan and zoning changes for 3575 Queen’s Line

The council approved an Official Plan amendment and a related zoning by‑law amendment for 3575 Queen’s Line and 25 Centre Street East with a 16‑to‑0 vote. It also approved consent applications and zoning amendments for properties on Maynard Line in Harwich and Merritt Line in Chatham, each by a 17‑to‑0 vote. An application for 12209 Beechwood Line was postponed to the April 27 2026 meeting, and a zoning amendment for 135 Semenyn Avenue was rejected by a 15‑to‑0 vote.

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Municipality of Chatham-Kent Combined Council Meeting Agenda Monday, March 23, 2026 6 :00 P . m . - 10 :00 P . m . Council Chambers, Chatham-Kent Civic Centre 315 King St W, Chatham ON A livestream of the Council Meeting will be available at: YourTV CK’s YouTube Channel 1. Call to Order   2. Disclosures of Pecuniary Interest (Direct or Indirect) for Closed Session Agenda Items and the General Nature There Of   3. Supplementary Closed Session Agenda Items   4. Recess to Closed Session - 5:00 p.m.   Councillor Hall, Closed Session Chair That Council moved into a Closed Session Meeting of Council pursuant to Section 239 of the Municipal Act, 2001, as amended, for the following reasons: Advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege with regard to Waste to Energy Project . Section 239(2)(f), Municipal Act, 2001. 5. Adjournment of Closed Session   6. Resumption of Open Council Meeting – 6:00 p.m.   7. Playing of the National Anthem   8. Land Acknowledgement   9. Approval of Supplementary Agenda   10. Disclosures of Pecuniary Interest (Direct or Indirect) for Open Session Agenda Items and the General Nature There Of   11. Recognition   a. Recognition of the u15A Kent Cobras for winning the International Silverstic …
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The Corporation of the Municipality of Chatham-Kent Chatham-Kent Council Meeting Monday, March 23, 2026 at 6 :00 P . m . - 10 :00 P . m . Council Chambers, Chatham-Kent Civic Centre 315 King St W, Chatham ON Present: Mayor Canniff,  Councillor Allin,  Councillor Anderson,  Councillor Bondy,  Councillor Ceccacci,  Councillor Crew,  Councillor Doyle,  Councillor Finn,  Councillor Hall,  Councillor Harrigan,  Councillor Jubenville,  Councillor McDonald,  Councillor B. McGregor,  Councillor C. McGregor,  Councillor Storey,  Councillor Thompson,  and Councillor Wright  Absent: Councillor McGrail  1. Call to Order   2. Disclosures of Pecuniary Interest (Direct or Indirect) for Closed Session Agenda Items and the General Nature There Of   3. Supplementary Closed Session Agenda Items   4. Recess to Closed Session - 5:00 p.m.   Councillor Hall, Closed Session Chair That Council moved into a Closed Session Meeting of Council pursuant to Section 239 of the Municipal Act, 2001, as amended, for the following reasons: Advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege with regard to Waste to Energy Project . Section 239(2)(f), Municipal Act, 2001. 5. Adjournment of Closed Session   6. Resumption of Open Council Meeting – 6:00 p.m. &n …
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🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
"That Official Plan Amendment application File D-09 TI/03/25/A, being OPA No. 86, in Part of Lots 16 & 17, Concession 4 (Tilbury-East), to: Amend the Land Use Designation of a portion of 3575 Queen’s…
16 yea · 1 absent
Mayor Canniff yea · Councillor Bondy yea · Councillor Ceccacci yea · Councillor Crew yea · Councillor Finn yea · Councillor Hall yea · Councillor Harrigan yea · Councillor B. McGregor yea · Councillor C. McGregor yea · Councillor Thompson yea · Councillor Wright yea · Councillor Allin yea · Councillor Anderson yea · Councillor Doyle yea · Councillor Jubenville yea · Councillor McDonald yea · Councillor McGrail absent
"That Consent application File B-09/26, concerning property located on Maynard Line, in Part of Lots 13 & 14, Concession 6, River Thames Survey, in the Community of Harwich, to sever and convey 0.57…
17 yea · 1 absent
Mayor Canniff yea · Councillor Bondy yea · Councillor Ceccacci yea · Councillor Crew yea · Councillor Finn yea · Councillor Hall yea · Councillor Harrigan yea · Councillor B. McGregor yea · Councillor C. McGregor yea · Councillor Thompson yea · Councillor Wright yea · Councillor Allin yea · Councillor Anderson yea · Councillor Doyle yea · Councillor Jubenville yea · Councillor Storey yea · Councillor McDonald yea · Councillor McGrail absent
"That Consent application File B-01/26, to sever a surplus dwelling (10962 Merritt Line) on a new 1.49 ha. (3.7 ac.) lot, shown as Part 1 on the applicants’ sketch, in Part of Lot 19, Concession 1…
17 yea · 1 absent
Mayor Canniff yea · Councillor Bondy yea · Councillor Ceccacci yea · Councillor Crew yea · Councillor Finn yea · Councillor Hall yea · Councillor Harrigan yea · Councillor B. McGregor yea · Councillor C. McGregor yea · Councillor Thompson yea · Councillor Wright yea · Councillor Allin yea · Councillor Anderson yea · Councillor Doyle yea · Councillor Jubenville yea · Councillor Storey yea · Councillor McDonald yea · Councillor McGrail absent
“That the application be postponed to the April 27, 2026 Council Meeting and that no further public notice be required.”
17 yea · 1 absent
Mayor Canniff yea · Councillor Bondy yea · Councillor Ceccacci yea · Councillor Crew yea · Councillor Finn yea · Councillor Hall yea · Councillor Harrigan yea · Councillor B. McGregor yea · Councillor C. McGregor yea · Councillor Thompson yea · Councillor Wright yea · Councillor Allin yea · Councillor Anderson yea · Councillor Doyle yea · Councillor Jubenville yea · Councillor Storey yea · Councillor McDonald yea · Councillor McGrail absent
"That Zoning By-law Amendment application File D-14 C/47/25/R, to rezone the lands known as 135 Semenyn Avenue, in Lot 31, Plan 555, to site-specific Residential Low Density Second-1764 (RL2-1764)…
15 nay · 1 absent
Mayor Canniff nay · Councillor Bondy nay · Councillor Ceccacci nay · Councillor Crew nay · Councillor Finn nay · Councillor Hall nay · Councillor Harrigan nay · Councillor B. McGregor nay · Councillor C. McGregor nay · Councillor Thompson nay · Councillor Allin nay · Councillor Anderson nay · Councillor Doyle nay · Councillor Jubenville nay · Councillor McDonald nay · Councillor McGrail absent
That the following items be approved as presented: 16(a), 16(b), 16(c), 17(a), 18(b), 18(c), 19(b), 19(d), 20(d), 21(b), 21(c)”
16 yea · 2 absent
Mayor Canniff yea · Councillor Bondy yea · Councillor Ceccacci yea · Councillor Crew yea · Councillor Finn yea · Councillor Hall yea · Councillor Harrigan yea · Councillor B. McGregor yea · Councillor C. McGregor yea · Councillor Thompson yea · Councillor Wright yea · Councillor Allin yea · Councillor Doyle yea · Councillor Jubenville yea · Councillor Storey yea · Councillor McDonald yea · Councillor McGrail absent · Councillor Anderson absent
"That The purchase of municipal insurance for a premium amount of $3,008,096.00 (plus tax, as applicable) from Marsh Canada for a 12-month period commencing April 1, 2026, and authorize continuation…
15 yea · 3 absent
Mayor Canniff yea · Councillor Bondy yea · Councillor Ceccacci yea · Councillor Crew yea · Councillor Finn yea · Councillor Hall yea · Councillor Harrigan yea · Councillor B. McGregor yea · Councillor C. McGregor yea · Councillor Wright yea · Councillor Allin yea · Councillor Doyle yea · Councillor Jubenville yea · Councillor Storey yea · Councillor McDonald yea · Councillor McGrail absent · Councillor Thompson absent · Councillor Anderson absent
Mon Mar 23, 2026 · 2:30 PM

Board of Health

Board to approve food council membership and review infection control funding

The Chatham-Kent Board of Health will meet to approve the Chatham-Kent Food Policy Council membership and review Infection Prevention and Control Hub funding. The agenda also includes receiving updates on food affordability and various health unit resolutions.

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✓ Decided: Board approved hiring a permanent public health nurse for the IPAC hub

The Board approved appointing two new members to the Chatham‑Kent Food Policy Council. It also approved hiring a permanent 1.0 FTE public health nurse to support the Infection Prevention and Control Hub. Minutes from the Food Policy Council meetings (May, September, November 2025) were approved, and a motion was approved to have the Council bring a Notice of Motion on Bill S‑206 to the municipal council. The Board supported Councillor Carmen McGregor’s nomination to the alPHa Board of Directors.

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Chatham-Kent Board of Health Agenda Monday, March 23, 2026 2 :30 P . m . - 3 :30 P . m . Civic Centre 315 King St W, Chatham ON To attend virtually please email [email protected] 1. Call of the Roll   2. Disclosures of Pecuniary Interest (Direct or Indirect) and the General Nature There Of   3. Land Acknowledgement   4. Minutes of the Board Meeting   a. Minutes of the Board Meeting of January 26, 2026   1. Minutes of Board Meeting January 26, 2026.pdf 5. Education and Training   a. Verbal Update by Dr. Shanker Nesathurai, Medical Officer of Health   6. Business Arising From the Minutes   7. New Business   a. Items Requiring Action   a. Chatham-Kent Food Policy Council Membership Approval   1. BOH Recommendation Report - CKFPC Membership Approval March 2026.pdf b. Infection Prevention and Control Hub Funding   1. IPAC Hub Funding.pdf c. Food Policy Council Minutes from May, September and November 2025   1. CK-Food-Policy-Council-Minutes-2025-05-29.pdf 2. CK-Food-Policy-Council-Minutes-2025-09-25.pdf 3. CK-Food-Policy-Council-Minutes-2025-11-27.pdf d. Monitoring Food Affordability and Household Food Insecurity Municipal Primer   1. Monitoring Food Affordability and Househ …
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Chatham-Kent Board of Health Minutes Monday, March 23, 2026 at 2 :30 P . m . - 3 :30 P . m . Civic Centre 315 King St W, Chatham ON Present: Councillor Lauren Anderson,  Stephanie Harper,  Councillor Melissa Harrigan,  Councillor Brock McGregor (Chair),  Councillor Carmen McGregor (Vice Chair),  and Evan Rogers  Regrets: Joshua Caron  1. Call of the Roll   2. Disclosures of Pecuniary Interest (Direct or Indirect) and the General Nature There Of   None 3. Land Acknowledgement   4. Minutes of the Board Meeting   a. Minutes of the Board Meeting of January 26, 2026   1. Minutes of Board Meeting January 26, 2026.pdf Moved Councillor Melissa Harrigan Seconded Councillor Carmen McGregor That the minutes of the Board of Health meeting of January 26, 2026 be approved. Motion Carried 5. Education and Training   a. Verbal Update by Dr. Shanker Nesathurai, Medical Officer of Health   Dr. Shanker Nesathurai, Medical Officer of Health, shared information with the Board regarding the increasing challenge of food insecurity in Chatham-Kent.  It was reported that approximately 25 percent of local household's experience food insecurity, defined as unreliable access to sufficient, nutritious food due to economic and social factors. Dr. Nesathurai referenced …
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