22 - November 12, 2025 County Council Agenda PackageEl m ou sty
Elgin County Council
Regular Council Meeting
Orders of the Day
Wednesday, November 12, 2025, 9:00 a.m.
Council Chambers
450 Sunset Drive
St. Thomas ON
Note for Members of the Public:
Please click the link below to watch the meeting:
https://video.isilive.ca/elgincounty/live.html
Accessible formats available upon request.
Pages
1. Meeting Call to Order
2. Approval of Agenda
3. Introductions, Recognitions, Memorials
4. Adoption of Minutes 3
5. Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest and the General Nature Thereof
6. Presenting Petitions, Presentations and Delegations
6.1 Kimberly Earls, Executive Director, SCOR EDC - SCOR EDC Member 7
Update Presentation
7. Motion to Adopt Recommendations from the Committee of the Whole
7.1 Recommendations from the Committee of the Whole - October 28, 2025 21
8. Committee Recommendations
9. Reports for Information and Immediate Consideration
9.1 Warden Jones - Warden's Activity Report (October 2025) 28
9.2 Tree Commissioner/Weed Inspector - Tree Commissioner/Weed 30
Inspector Quarterly Report April - June 2025 and Quarterly Report July -
September 2025
9.3 Director of Community and Cultural Services - Aylmer Branch of the Elgin 32
County Library Expansion Status Update
10. Council Correspondence
10.1 Letter from Hon. Peter Bethlenfalvy, Minister of Finance providing an 41
update on the 2026 Ontario Municipal Partnership Fund (OMPF)
10.2
Letter from Hon. Robert J. Flack, Minister of Municipal Affairs and
43
Housing providing an update on amendments to the Development
Charges Act, 1997 that were made by Bill 17, and corresponding
changes to Ontario's Building Code.
10.3
Resolution from the Municipality of St. Charles urging the Province to
45
address staffing shortages leading to the closure of before and after
school programs
10.4
Resolution from the Town of East Gwillimbury expressing opposition to
46
the Protect Ontario by Unleashing Our Economy Act, 2025
10.5
Resolution from the City of Cambridge urging the Province of Ontario to
49
provide protection to tenants against excessive and malicious rent
increases
10.6
Western Ontario Wardens Caucus October 2025 Newsletter
51
10.7 Letter from Susan Graves regarding the Old Town Hall in the Town of 56
Aylmer
11. Statements/Inquiries by Members
12. Closed Meeting Items
13. Motion to Rise and Report
14. Consideration of By -Laws
14.1 By -Law No. 25-37 Confirmation
15. Adjournment
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Elgin County Council
Regular Council Meeting
Minutes
October 28, 2025, 9:00 a.m.
Council Chambers
450 Sunset Drive
St. Thomas ON
Members Present: Warden Grant Jones
Deputy Warden Ed Ketchabaw
Councillor Dominique Giguere
Councillor Mark Widner
Councillor Jack Couckuyt
Councillor Mike Hentz
Councillor Richard Leatham
Members Absent: Councillor Andrew Sloan (with notice)
Councillor Todd Noble (with notice)
Staff Present: Blaine Parkin, Chief Administrative Officer/Clerk
Nicholas Loeb, Director of Legal Services
Michele Harris, Director of Homes and Seniors Services
Brian Masschaele, Director of Community & Cultural Services
Jennifer Ford, Director of Financial Services/Treasurer
Mat Vaughan, Director of Planning and Development
Holly Hurley, Director of People & Culture
Emily Waldick, Manager of Human Resources
Katherine Thompson, Manager of Administrative
Services/Deputy Clerk
Jenna Fentie, Legislative Services Coordinator
Stefanie Heide, Legislative Services Coordinator
Jason Warren, Manager of IT
Meeting Call to Order
The meeting was called to order at 9:00 a.m. with Warden Jones in the chair.
2. Approval of Agenda
Moved by: Councillor Widner
Seconded by: Councillor Hentz
RESOLVED THAT the agenda for the October 28, 2025 County Council Meeting
be approved as presented.
Motion Carried.
3. Introductions, Recognitions, Memorials
None.
4. Adoption of Minutes
Moved by: Councillor Leatham
Seconded by: Councillor Hentz
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RESOLVED THAT the minutes of the meeting held on October 14, 2025 be
adopted.
Motion Carried.
5. Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest and the General Nature Thereof
None.
6. Presenting Petitions, Presentations and Delegations
6.1 Steph Ouellet, CEO, Paul Cavanagh, Board Vice -Chair and Murray
Mackey, Board Treasurer Secretary, Alzheimer Society Southwest
Partners - Reimagining Dementia Care
Steph Ouellet, CEO, Paul Cavanagh, Board Vice -Chair and Murray
Mackey, Board Treasurer/Secretary of the Alzheimer Society Southwest
Partners provided a presentation to Council detailing the programs and
services provided to support dementia care in Elgin County.
Moved by: Deputy Warden Ketchabaw
Seconded by: Councillor Giguere
RESOLVED THAT the presentation from the Alzheimer Society Southwest
Partners be received and filed.
Motion Carried.
6.2 Mary Van Den Neucker MN, RN, Program Manager and Emily
Robertson MN, RN Public Health Nurse, Southwestern Public Health -
iHEAL Program
Mary Van Den Neucker, MN, RN, Program Manager and Emily Robertson,
MN, RN, Public Health Nurse of Southwestern Public Health provided a
presentation to Council on the iHEAL program that provides support to
women who have experienced or continue to experience abuse from a
current or ex -partner.
Moved by: Councillor Widner
Seconded by: Councillor Leatham
RESOLVED THAT the presentation from Southwestern Public Health be
received and filed.
Motion Carried.
7. Motion to Adopt Recommendations from the Committee of the Whole
7.1 Recommendations from Committee of the Whole - October 14, 2025
Moved by: Councillor Hentz
Seconded by: Councillor Giguere
RESOLVED THAT items CW25-74 - CW25-80 from the Committee of the
Whole meeting dated October 14, 2025 and the recommendations therein
be adopted.
Motion Carried.
8. Committee Recommendations
8.1 Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee Recommendation - October
14, 2025
Moved by: Councillor Giguere
Seconded by: Councillor Hentz
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RESOLVED THAT item JAAC25-13 from the Joint Accessibility Advisory
Committee meeting dated October 14, 2025 and the recommendations
therein be adopted.
Motion Carried.
8.2 Draft Committee Meeting Minutes
8.2.1 Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee -October 14, 2025 Draft
Meeting Minutes
9. Reports for Information and Immediate Consideration
None.
10. Council Correspondence
Moved by: Deputy Warden Ketchabaw
Seconded by: Councillor Leatham
RESOLVED THAT Correspondence Items 10.1 - 10.3 be received and filed.
Motion Carried.
10.1 Resolution from the Town of Aylmer regarding the Aylmer Library
Redevelopment Project Conceptual Design
10.2 Resolution from the Township of Malahide regarding the relocation
of the Aylmer Branch of the Elgin County Library to the East Elgin
Community Complex
10.3 Letter from Daniel Soos, President, Elgin ATV Club requesting a
letter of support from Elgin County Council to help the Elgin ATV
Club secure land access agreements for developing managed ATV
trails in the region
11. Statements/Inquiries by Members
11.1 Councillor Giguere -Announcements
Councillor Giguere notified Council that the St. Thomas -Elgin Public Art
Centre is hosting their Fall Art Auction on November 7, 2025 at 7:00 p.m.
and indicated that tickets for the event are available for purchase on the
St. Thomas -Elgin Public Art Centre website.
Councillor Giguere also announced her candidacy for Warden for 2026.
She expressed a desire to focus on sharpening priorities and drive results
for initiatives Council has identified and to position the next term of Council
with a clear path forward.
12. Closed Meeting Items
None.
13. Motion to Rise and Report
None.
14. Consideration of By -Laws
14.1 By -Law No. 25-36 Confirmation
BEING a By -Law to Confirm Proceedings of the Municipal Council of the
Corporation of the County of Elgin at the October 28, 2025 meeting.
Moved by: Councillor Hentz
Seconded by: Councillor Couckuyt
RESOLVED THAT By -Law No. 25-36 be now read a first, second, and
third time and finally passed.
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Motion Carried.
15. Adjournment
Moved by: Deputy Warden Ketchabaw
Seconded by: Councillor Widner
RESOLVED THAT we do now adjourn at 9:52 a.m. to meet again on November
12, 2025 at 9:00 a.m.
Motion Carried.
Blaine Parkin, Grant Jones,
Chief Administrative Officer/Clerk. Warden.
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Agenda Number:
Resolution Number
Title:
Date:
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Resolution Page
Committee of the Whole Meeting
2.
CW25-81
Approval of Agenda
Tuesday, October 28, 2025
Councillor Couckuyt
Councillor Leatham
D,
ElginCounty
RESOLVED THAT the agenda for the October 28, 2025 Committee of the Whole Meeting be approved
as presented.
Motion Carried.
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Agenda Number:
Resolution Number
Title:
Date:
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Resolution Page
Committee of the Whole Meeting
3.
CW25-82
Adoption of Minutes
Tuesday, October 28, 2025
Councillor Widner
Councillor Hentz
RESOLVED THAT the minutes of the meeting held on October 14, 2025 be adopted.
Motion Carried.
D,
ElginCounty
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Resolution Page
Committee of the Whole Meeting
D,
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Agenda Number: 6.1.
Resolution Number CW25-83
Title: Manager of Information Technology - Phone System Replacement and
Nurse Call System Upgrade at Bobier Villa and Elgin Manor — Single
Source Contract Award
Date: Tuesday, October 28, 2025
Moved by: Councillor Widner
Seconded by: Deputy Warden Ketchabaw
RESOLVED THAT Council approve the single source purchase of Mitel phone system hardware and
services from Kelcom — Revolution IP in the amount of $72,959.00 (plus HST) in accordance with
section 4.7(c)(iii) of the Procurement Policy, and;
THAT Council approve the single source purchase of a nurse call server and software upgrade from
KR Communications in the amount of $51,310.00 (plus HST) in accordance with section 4.7(c)(iii) of
the Procurement Policy, and;
THAT the Manager of Procurement & Risk be authorized to issue purchase orders to Kelcom —
Revolution IP and KR Communications for this project.
Motion Carried.
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Agenda Number:
Resolution Number
Title:
Date:
Resolution Page
Committee of the Whole Meeting
D,
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6.2.
CW25-84
Director of Legal Services - LS 25-5 — Parts III and IX POA Interim
Transfer Agreement Extension
Tuesday, October 28, 2025
Moved by: Councillor Hentz
Seconded by: Councillor Leatham
RESOLVED THAT the report titled "Parts III and IX POA Interim Transfer Agreement Extension" dated
October 28, 2025 from the Director of Legal Services be received and filed; and
THAT Council of the County of Elgin authorize the Warden and CAO to execute the Parts III and IX
Provincial Offences Act Interim Transfer Agreement Extension, attached to this report as Appendix "A",
for a term ending on January 4, 2028.
Motion Carried.
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Agenda Number:
Resolution Number
Title:
Date:
Resolution Page
Committee of the Whole Meeting
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6.3.
CW25-85
Manager of Administrative Services/Deputy Clerk - Council and
Committee of the Whole Meeting Schedule 2026
Tuesday, October 28, 2025
Moved by: Councillor Giguere
Seconded by: Councillor Hentz
RESOLVED THAT Council approve the proposed Council and Committee of the Whole Schedule for
2026.
Motion Carried.
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Agenda Number:
Resolution Number
Title:
Date:
Resolution Page
Committee of the Whole Meeting
D,
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6.4.
CW25-86
Manager of Administrative Services/Deputy Clerk - ROMA Delegation
Requests 2026
Tuesday, October 28, 2025
Moved by: Deputy Warden Ketchabaw
Seconded by: Councillor Widner
RESOLVED THAT staff be directed to incorporate Council's feedback and proceed with submitting
delegation requests to the appropriate ministries for the 2026 Rural Ontario Municipal Association
(ROMA) Conference in alignment with identified County priorities.
Motion Carried.
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Agenda Number:
Resolution Number
Title:
Date:
Moved by:
Seconded by:
Resolution Page
Committee of the Whole Meeting
7.
CW25-87
Adjournment
Tuesday, October 28, 2025
Councillor Couckuyt
Councillor Leatham
D,
ElginCounty
RESOLVED THAT we do now adjourn at 10:34 a.m. to meet again on November 12, 2025 at 9:30 a.m.
Motion Carried.
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Report to County Council
From: Grant Jones, Warden
Date: November 12, 2025
Subject: Warden's Activity Report (October 2025)
Recommendation(s):
THAT the report titled "Warden's Activity Report (October 2025) dated November 12,
2025, from Warden Jones be received and filed.
Introduction:
The purpose of this report is to provide a high-level summary of the meetings and
official functions I have attended during the month of October as Elgin County Warden.
Background and Discussion:
Events/Meetings Attended by Warden:
October 2025:
WOWC Meeting (October 3)
SWPH Building Committee (October 3)
Health Recruitment Partnership (October 6)
Human Resources Committee (October 7)
Fall Youth Services Fair (October 8)
Elgin County Council/Committee of the Whole (October 14)
Elgin St. Thomas Coalition to End Poverty Flag Raising (October 14)
Regional Leaders Meeting (October 15)
Economic Development Cultivating Success in a Small Town (October 15)
Western Ontario Warden's Caucus Western Ontario Municipal Conference (October 17)
Meeting with CAO (October 21)
Health Recruitment Partnership Cheque Presentation (October 22)
SWPH BOH (October 23)
Fall Youth Services Fair (October 23)
Talbotville Firehall Grand Opening (October 25)
Elgin County Council/Committee of the Whole (October 28)
Meeting with MPP Minister Rob Flack (October 31)
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Financial Implications:
None.
Advancement of the Strateaic Plan:
Local Municipal Partner Impact:
Elgin County continues to work with and find ways to collaborate with Elgin's municipal
partners.
Communication Requirements:
None.
Conclusion:
I am deeply honored to have been selected by my colleagues for the office of Warden. I
eagerly anticipate representing the County and advocating for its interests at events and
meetings throughout the year.
All of which is Respectfully Submitted
Grant Jones
Warden
Approved for Submission
Blaine Parkin
Chief Administrative Officer/Clerk
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Report to County Council
From: Jeff Lawrence, Tree Commissioner/Weed Inspector
Date: November 12, 2025
Subject: Tree Commissioner/Weed Inspector Quarterly Report April — June 2025 and
Quarterly Report July — September 2025
Recommendation(s):
THAT the report titled "Tree Commissioner/Weed Inspector Quarterly Report April —
June 2025 and Quarterly Report July — September 2025" from the Tree
Commissioner/Weed Inspector dated November 12, 2025 be received and filed.
Introduction:
The following is a summary of activity related to the Elgin Woodlands Conservation By -
Law for the period April 1, 2025 to June 30, 2025 and the period July 1, 2025 to
September 30, 2025 and weed inspection activity for the same two periods.
Background and Discussion:
Logging Activity/Applications to Harvest:
A total of 8 (17) applications to harvest were submitted from April 1, 2024 to June 30,
2024. Applications were filed by municipality as follows: West Elgin-1(2),
Dutton/Dunwich-0(1), Southwold-1(5), Central Elgin-3(2), Malahide-2(3), and Bayham-
1(4). The total volume for harvest was approximately 314 thousand board feet(540).
The total forested area involved in these harvests was approximately 196 acres(426).
Numbers in brackets are corresponding second quarter numbers from 2024.
A total of 11(11) applications to harvest were submitted from July 1, 2025 to September
30, 2025. Applications were filed by municipality as follows: West Elgin-0(1),
Dutton/Dunwich-0(1), Southwold-2(1), Central Elgin-5(4), Malahide-3(1), and Bayham-
1(3). The total volume for harvest was approximately 248 thousand board feet(373).
The total forested area involved in these harvests was approximately 249 acres(262).
The numbers in brackets are corresponding third quarter numbers from 2024.
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Applications for Woodland Clearings:
One (1) Council Exemption for Woodland Clearing application was received between
April 1, 2025 and June 30, 2025 for the clearing of approximately 0.8 hectares(-1.98
acres) in the Township of Southwold. This Council Exemption for Woodland Clearing
application was approved in the third quarter conditional upon adherence to Elgin
County No -Net -Loss Policy and replanting 1400 trees in 0.8 hectares in the Township of
Southwold.
Weed Complaints and Orders:
Five (5) weed complaints were received in the second quarter of 2025. Three (3) of
these complaints were negative for Giant Hogweed. The remaining complaints were
addressed by the landowners. No Weed Destruction Orders were issued in the second
quarter of 2025.
Four weed complaints were received in the third quarter of 2025. Three of these
complaints were for weeds listed on the Provincial Schedule of Noxious Weeds and
were addressed by the landowners. No Weed Destruction Orders were issued in the
third quarter of 2025.
Financial Implications:
None.
Alignment with Strategic Priorities:
Local Municipal Partner Impact:
None.
Communication Reauirements:
None.
Conclusion:
The above report details the activities of the Tree Commissioner/Weed Inspector for the
period of April - September 2025.
All of which is Respectfully Submitted
Jeff Lawrence
Tree Commissioner/Weed Inspector
Approved for Submission
Blaine Parkin
Chief Administrative Officer/Clerk
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Report to County Council
From: Brian Masschaele, Director of Community and Cultural Services
Date: November 12, 2025
Subject: Aylmer Branch of the Elgin County Library Expansion Status Update
Recommendation(s):
THAT the report titled "Aylmer Library Expansion Status Update" from the Director of
Community and Cultural Services dated November 12, 2025, be received and filed.
Introduction:
County Council gave staff direction to provide a summary report on the exploration of
the move of the Aylmer Branch of the Elgin County Library to the East Elgin Community
Complex (EECC) for the information of the EECC Board of Management at the August
12, 2025 meeting. The Warden subsequently issued a letter on behalf of County
Council dated August 13, 2025 requesting a commitment from the EECC Board to
accommodate the branch at the complex based on County Council's previous direction
on this matter and in accordance with County Council's previously endorsed space
needs (see attached letter from the Warden).
This report summarizes recent developments on this matter.
Background and Discussion:
➢ Approval of Design Concept, Costing Analysis and Financing Plan by EECC
Board of Management — October 8, 2025
The EECC Board invited the Director of Community and Cultural Services as a
delegation to its October 8, 2025 meeting to present relevant information regarding the
potential relocation of the Aylmer Branch of the Elgin County Library to the complex,
with a request to engage in the necessary work to update previously developed
designs, a costing analysis and any related financial information for the Board's
consideration. After receiving this delegation, the EECC Board approved the following
resolution:
"WHEREAS Elgin County Council has requested a commitment as soon as feasible
from the Board of Management of the East Elgin Community Complex (EECC) to
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accommodate the Aylmer branch of the Elgin County Library based on County Council's
identified space needs to take effect as soon as January 1 st, 2028; and,
WHEREAS the EECC Board of Management is supportive of obtaining updated
drawings, costs and a financing plan for the potential relocation of the Aylmer Library to
EECC that will meet County Council's identified space needs for the Board's further
review;
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the EECC Board of Management hereby
approves the allocation of up to $10,000 for the purposes of obtaining a design concept,
costing analysis and financing plan in consultation with staff at the County of Elgin as
soon as feasible and before the end of 2025 for the Board's further consideration.
AND THAT the Board's approval be forwarded to the Councils of the Town of Aylmer
and the Township of Malahide for endorsement pursuant to the EECC Terms of
Reference."
➢ Endorsement of a Design Concept to Expand the Current Location of the Aylmer
Branch of the Elgin County Library by Aylmer Town Council — October 15, 2025
Aylmer Town Council received three design concepts to expand the Aylmer Branch of
the Elgin County Library in proximity to its current location at its October 15, 2025
meeting. These concepts can be reviewed under items 5.4.1 and 5.6.1 on the agenda
linked
.........................
Aylmer Town Council endorsed the following resolution at that same meeting
(correspondence attached):
"That Report CAO 43-25 respecting Library Redevelopment Project — Conceptual
Design be received for information; and,
That Council approve with proceeding with Option One as outlined by JPM; and,
That Council's approval be forwarded to Elgin County Council for information; and,
That staff prepare a further report outlining the process and timelines for the detailed
design of Option One before proceeding with further engagement of JPM upon this
component of the project."
➢ Deferral of a $5,000 Contribution Towards a Design Concept, Costing Analysis
and Financing Plan for Relocation of the Aylmer Branch of the Elgin County
Library to EECC by Aylmer Town Council — October 15, 2025
At its October 15, 2025 meeting, Aylmer Town Council approved the following
resolution:
"That the Council of the Town of Aylmer defer the decision to approve the allocation of
up to $10,000 ($5000.00 per municipal partner) for the purposes of obtaining a design
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concept, costing analysis and financing plan for the potential relocation of the Aylmer
Library to EECC"
➢ Approval of a $10,000 Contribution Towards a Design Concept, Costing Analysis
and Financing Plan for Relocation of the Aylmer Branch of the Elgin County
Library to EECC by Township of Malahide Council — October 16, 2025
At its October 16, 2025 meeting, Township of Malahide Council approved the following
resolution (correspondence attached):
"WHEREAS the EECC Board passed a resolution requesting that its municipal partners
equally share the cost of obtaining a design concept, costing analysis, and financing
plan for the potential relocation of the Aylmer Library to the EECC;
AND WHEREAS the Town of Aylmer deferred consideration of the EECC Board's
request;
AND WHEREAS the Township of Malahide Council recognizes that obtaining a design
concept, costing analysis, and financing plan for the potential relocation of the Aylmer
Library to the EECC is essential to support long-term capital planning and informed
decision -making, as the Township funds 50% of the EECC's capital needs and requires
this information to assess future commitments and ensure responsible financial
management;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Council of the Township of Malahide
authorize the allocation of up to $10,000 to fund the development of a design concept,
costing analysis, and financing plan for the potential relocation of the Aylmer Library to
the EECC;
AND THAT the Township offer to administer the contract on behalf of the EECC Board,
in consultation with staff from the County of Elgin, as soon as feasible and prior to the
end of 2025 for the Board's further consideration."
Financial Implications:
Fees associated with updating designs and a costing analysis for the potential
relocation of the Aylmer Branch of the Elgin County Library to EECC are being invested
by the Township of Malahide and there are no direct costs to the County of Elgin for this
specific work. However, County staff are providing necessary input into the process.
Advancement of the Strategic Plan:
Strategy #5 — Community Well-being and Inclusivity
Goal 3: Future expansion of the Aylmer Branch of the Elgin County Library will increase
utilization of the County's library system.
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Local Municipal Partner Impact:
Not applicable.
Communication Requirements:
Not applicable.
Conclusion:
County Council has provided clear direction regarding identified space needs. The
EECC Board, in an attempt to fulfill County Council's request to pursue relocation to the
complex, has requested that additional information regarding design concepts and
associated costing be obtained. The Township of Malahide is providing up to $10,000
of funding to support updating design concepts and a costing analysis for the Aylmer
Branch of the Elgin County Library's potential move to the EECC. This work should be
completed by the end of 2025, thereby giving the Board information it will need to
further consider County Council's request. County Council will then have ample time to
enter into negotiations with the Board towards securing a lease at the complex, along
with the completion of recommended renovations for occupancy beginning January 1st,
2028.
Aylmer Town Council has now approved a design concept that will also satisfy County
Council's identified space needs. Indications are that a commitment to build through a
formal tender process will not materialize during this term of Town Council, nor will such
a project be complete before the expiration of the lease at the present location. County
Council is not yet in a position to endorse a `Letter of Intent' to the Town committing to
leasing the proposed space until such time as a commitment to construction through a
tender process is made by the Town. An alternate location will be required if County
Council's endorsed space needs are going to be met as part of a future lease renewal.
Staff will continue to align their efforts with County Council's direction and will report
back to County Council as things continue to develop .
All of which is Respectfully Submitted
Brian Masschaele
Director of Community and
Cultural Services
Approved for Submission
Blaine Parkin
Chief Administrative Officer/Clerk
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OFFICE OF THE WARDEN
August 13, 2025
Co -Chairs Giguere and Couckuyt
East Elgin Community Complex Board of Management
531 Talbot Street West
Aylmer, ON N5H 2T9
Dear Members of the Board,
Re: Request for Commitment Regarding Potential Relocation of the Aylmer Branch
of the Elgin County Library
On behalf of Elgin County Council, I am writing to respectfully request a commitment from
the Board of Management of the East Elgin Community Complex, as soon as feasible,
regarding your willingness to accommodate the Aylmer Branch of the Elgin County Library
at your facility, in accordance with space needs identified by Council. Should a commitment
be possible, the desired timeline for implementation is on or before January 1, 2028.
This potential relocation represents a significant opportunity to enhance library services for
residents of Aylmer and the surrounding area. To this end, Elgin County Council is hopeful
that the Board will be willing to engage in discussions at the earliest feasible opportunity.
Should the Board of Management indicate its willingness to support the proposed
relocation, we would welcome the opportunity to enter into further discussions on critical
matters such as necessary capital renovations and the terms of a leasing agreement.
To assist in your deliberations, please find attached the following documents:
A report from the Director of Community and Cultural Services titled "Analysis of
Consultation Process on the Relocation of Aylmer Library to East Elgin
Community Complex", which summarizes the recent community consultation
process and corresponding analysis regarding this proposed move; and
A comprehensive summary report of all activities undertaken to date related to the
exploration of relocating the Aylmer Library Branch to the East Elgin Community
Complex. This report has been reviewed and approved by Elgin County Council to
support your consideration.
Elgin County Council values the longstanding partnership with the East Elgin Community
Complex and believes this initiative could further strengthen the connection between our
organizations and the communities we serve.
We look forward to your response and sincerely hope to work collaboratively toward a
shared vision for improved access to public library services.
Yours truly,
VV2ndeD Grant Jones
519-671-0182
CC Brian M2SSCh2e|e, Elgin County Oi[eCtO[ of Community and Cultural Services
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The Corporation of the Town of Aylmer
46 Talbot Street West, Aylmer, Ontario N5H 1 J7
Office:519-773-3164 Fax:519-765-1446
www.aylmer.ca
October 16, 2025
Warden Grant Jones and Elgin County Council
Elgin County
450 Sunset Drive
St. Thomas, ON N5R 5V1
Re: Library Redevelopment Project — Conceptual Design
At their Regular Meeting held on October 15, 2025, the Council for the Town of Aylmer
passed the following resolution:
Resolution No. 242-25
Moved by Deputy Mayor Barbour and seconded by Councillor Oslach:
That Report CAO 43-25 respecting Library Redevelopment Project — Conceptual
Design be received for information; and,
That Council approve with proceeding with Option One as outlined by JPM; and,
That Council's approval be forwarded to Elgin County Council for information; and,
That staff prepare a further report outlining the process and timelines for the detailed
design of Option One before proceeding with further engagement of JPM upon this
component of the project.
A copy of the report titled "Library Redevelopment Project — Conceptual Designs" from the
Chief Administrative Officer as well as the conceptual designs from JPM are attached as
information.
Owen Jaggard
Director of Legislative Services/Clerk
519-773-3164 ext. 4913
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87 John Street South
Aylmer ON N5H 20
Phone: 519-773-5344
Fax: 519-773-5334
www.malahide.ca
October 17, 2025
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EECC Board
c/o Owen Jaggard - EECC Board Secretary
46 Talbot Street West, Aylmer, ON N5H 1 J7
(sent via email: oia ardgtown.aylmer.on.ca)
A proud tradition, a brightfuture.
RE: Relocation of the Aylmer Branch of the Elgin County Library to the EECC
At its regular meeting held on October 16, 2025, Malahide Township Council considered
a resolution to allocate funding for the purposes of obtaining a design concept, costing
analysis and financing plan for relocating the Aylmer Branch of the Elgin County Library
to the EECC and passed the following resolution:
Moved By: Scott Lewis
Seconded By: Rick Cerna
WHEREAS the EECC Board passed a resolution requesting that its municipal partners
equally share the cost of obtaining a design concept, costing analysis, and financing
plan for the potential relocation of the Aylmer Library to the EECC;
AND WHEREAS the Town of Aylmer deferred consideration of the EECC Board's
request;
AND WHEREAS the Township of Malahide Council recognizes that obtaining a design
concept, costing analysis, and financing plan for the potential relocation of the Aylmer
Library to the EECC is essential to support long-term capital planning and informed
decision -making, as the Township funds 50% of the EECC's capital needs and requires
this information to assess future commitments and ensure responsible financial
management;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Council of the Township of Malahide
authorize the allocation of up to $10,000 to fund the development of a design concept,
costing analysis, and financing plan for the potential relocation of the Aylmer Library to
the EECC;
AND THAT the Township offer to administer the contract on behalf of the EECC Board,
in consultation with staff from the County of Elgin, as soon as feasible and prior to the
end of 2025 for the Board's further consideration.
Recorded vote requested by Councilor Lewis.
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RECORDED VOTE:
Member Name: Vote:
Councillor Leitch
Yes
Councillor Wilson
Yes
Councilor Cerna
Yes
Councillor Lewis
Yes
Councillor Glinski
No
Deputy Mayor Widner
Yes
Mayor Giguere
Yes
The motion is carried.
Please do not hesitate to contact me if you require any further information.
Respectfully,
Allison Adams,
Manager of Legislative Services/Clerk
Cc: Katherine Thompson — County of Elgin, Manager of Administrative Services/Deputy Clerk
Brian Masschaele — County of Elgin, Director of Community and Cultural Services
Nathan Dias — Township of Malahide, CAO
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Ministry of Finance
Office of the Minister
Frost Building S, 7th Floor
7 Oueen s Park Crescent
Toronto ON M7A 1Y7
Tel.: 416-325-0400
Minister of Finance I Ministre des Finances
PETER BETHLENFALVY
October 31, 2025
Dear Head of Council:
Ministere des Finances
Bureau du ministre
tdifice Frost Sud 7e etage
7 Queen's Park Crescent
Toronto (Ontario) M7A 1Y7
Tel.: 416-325-0400
I am writing to provide you with an update on the 2026 Ontario Municipal Partnership Fund
(OMPF).
We understand the importance of the Ontario Municipal Partnership Fund to communities
across Ontario. The government is committed to supporting the economic vitality and
sustainability of Ontario's small, northern, and rural municipalities.
To support these objectives, as announced in Fall 2024, the government will invest a further $50
million into the OMPF for the payment cycle beginning in January 2026. This brings the two-
year incremental investment to $100 million, and increases the total funding envelope to $600
million. This continued enhancement for 2026 will once again be targeted towards small,
northern, and rural municipalities, as well as those with a limited property tax base. This
funding will assist municipalities in providing critical services to people across the province.
With the further $50 million enhancement to the OMPF, each of the program's core grant
components will again increase in 2026. The program will remain responsive to changing
circumstances of individual core grant recipient municipalities through annual data updates
and related adjustments. Transitional assistance will also ensure that core grant recipient
municipalities in northern Ontario receive at least 90 per cent of their 2025 OMPF allocation,
while those in southern Ontario receive at least 85 per cent.
In addition, starting in 2026, municipalities who are ineligible for core grants will be gradually
phased -out of Transitional Assistance over a five-year period. This adjustment will allow for
further investment in municipalities with measurable challenges, through the OMPF's four core
grant components.
The enhancement to the OMPF builds on the significant increases in support that the
government is providing to municipalities, including:
• An additional $1.6 billion investment through the Municipal Housing Infrastructure
Program (MHIP), increasing the total investment to $4 billion;
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A further $1 billion investment through the Ontario Community Infrastructure Fund
(OCIF) over five years, initiated in 2022; and
An increase in annual funding for Connecting Links from $30 million to $45 million to
support municipalities in addressing critical road and bridge improvement needs,
extending the life cycle of their assets and advancing local development.
We have always been committed to working closely with our municipal partners and recognize
how important the OMPF is for many municipalities. During consultations with municipalities
over this past summer, the government heard perspectives and advice on municipal priorities
for the program. We want to thank our municipal partners for their input on the future of the
OMPF. In early 2026, the ministry will be engaging municipalities through a short survey to
better understand how the OMPF is supporting local communities.
The Ministry of Finance's Provincial -Local Finance Division will be providing your municipal
treasurers and clerk -treasurers with further details on your 2026 OMPF allocation. Supporting
materials on the 2026 program are available on the ministry's website at
Ontario. ca/document/2026-ontario-municipal-partnership-fund.
As we continue to work together to build up our communities and move Ontario's economy
forward, maintaining a close relationship with our municipal partners remains critical. I look
forward to our continued collaboration in building a stronger future for our province.
Sincerely,
Peter Bethlenfalvy
Minister of Finance
The Honourable Rob Flack, Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing
The Honourable Lisa M. Thompson, Minister of Rural Affairs
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Ministry of
Municipal Affairs
and Housing
Office of the Minister
777 Bay Street, 17th Floor
Toronto ON M7A 2J3
Tel.: 416 585-7000
October 30, 2025
Dear Head of Council:
Ministere des
Affaires municipales
et du Logement
Bureau du ministre
777, rue Bay, 17' etage
Toronto (Ontario) M7A 2J3
Tel.: 416 585-7000
234-2025-4923
I am writing to update you on amendments to the Development Charges Act, 1997 (DCA) that
were made by Bill 17, the Protect Ontario by Building Faster and Smarter Act, 2025, and
corresponding changes to Ontario's Building Code.
As you recall, our government introduced Bill 17 to help speed up the construction of new
homes and infrastructure by streamlining development processes and reducing costs, in
partnership with municipalities. Among the changes, the Bill:
Amended the DCA to provide for payment of development charges (DCs) for non -
rental residential developments to be made in full at the earlier of the date an
occupancy permit is issued and the date a development is first occupied. This deferral
would encourage residential construction activity by enhancing a developer's cashflow
flexibility.
Removed authority for municipalities to charge interest on any legislated DC deferral
amounts, except to the extent such interest has accrued prior to these changes
coming into force.
The amendments noted above require a commencement order to come into force. Following
consultations with municipal and industry experts, the government has issued a
commencement order to bring these changes into force on November 3, 2025.
To support the implementation of deferred development charges, I will be amending the
Building Code to require that all non -rental residential buildings subject to a deferred
development charge will now require an occupancy permit, which can only be issued once
these deferred development charges have been paid. These targeted changes will establish
a clear, enforceable payment trigger for municipalities while leaving all life -safety
requirements for occupancy unchanged. These Building Code amendments will take effect
alongside the DCA amendments on November 3, 2025. Municipalities without development
charges, and requirements for other buildings, are unaffected.
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I look forward to continuing to work together to get shovels in the ground to build more
homes that Ontarians can afford. Please accept my best wishes.
Sincerely,
Hon. Robert J. Flack
Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing
C. Municipal Chief Administrative Officer
Robert Dodd, Chief of Staff
Martha Greenberg, Deputy Minister
Caspar Hall, Assistant Deputy Minister, Local Government Division
David McLean, Assistant Deputy Minister, Housing Policy and Planning Division
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Agenda Number:
Resolution Number
Title:
Date:
The Corporation of the Municl ali of St. Charles
RESOLUTION lAGI
Regular Meeting of Council
5.4.2.
2025-241
Resolution of Support - Closure of Before and After School Programs
October 15, 2025
Moved by: Councillor Pothier
Seconded by: Councillor Laframboise
WHEREAS the Council of the Municipality of Bluewater, at its Regular Meeting of September 2, 2025,
passed a Resolution urging the Province of Ontario to address the staffing shortages leading to the
closure of before and after school programs;
AND WHEREAS the Municipality of St -Charles is experiencing a similar challenge, whereby financing
for before and after school programming is provided through the Manitoulin -Sudbury District Services
Board, but the managing organization has been unable to recruit sufficient staff to operate programs in
our local school, despite the e)astence of a substantial waiting list of families requiring care;
AND WHEREAS the Council of the Municipality of St -Charles recognizes the importance of before and
after school programs in providing a trusted, safe, and consistent environment for children outside of
regular school hours —support that many working parents and guardians rely upon to balance their
employment and family responsibilities;
BE IT THEREFORE RESOLVED that the Council of the Municipality of St -Charles hereby supports the
Municipality of Bluewater's September 2, 2025 resolution regarding the closure of before and after
school programs;
AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this Resolution be forwarded to the Honourable
Doug Ford, Premier of Ontario; the Honourable Paul Calandra, Minister of Education; John Vanthof,
MPP for Timiskaming—Cochrane; and all Ontario municipalities.
CARRIED
MAYOR
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October 28, 2025
SENT VIA EMAIL
The Honourable Doug Ford
Premier's Office
Room 281
Main Legislative Building, Queen's Park
Toronto, ON M7A 1A5
Dear Premier Ford,
Re: East Gwillimbury's Opposition to the Protect Ontario by Unleashing Our
Economy Act, 2025.
For your information and records, at its meeting of Municipal Council held on October
21, 2025, the Council of the Town of East Gwillimbury enacted as follows:
WHEREAS on April 17, 2025, the Government of Ontario brought forth Bill 5:
"Protect Ontario by Unleashing Our Economy", a broad omnibus legislation that
introduces sweeping changes to multiple environmental and planning statutes,
including the Environmental Assessment Act, Endangered Species Act, Ontario
Heritage Act, and others, and
WHEREAS this legislation was passed through the legislature in 49 days, thus
limiting opportunities to provide feedback, and
WHEREAS Bill 5 received Royal Assent on June 5, 2025, and
WHEREAS the "Protect Ontario by Unleashing Our Economy" Act, 2025 enables
the creation of Special Economic Zones (SEZs), which allow the provincial
cabinet to exempt projects from compliance with municipal bylaws,
environmental protections, and Indigenous consultation obligations, and
WHEREAS lands under protection through various provisions, such as the Oak
Ridges Moraine and the Greenbelt Protected Countryside, constitute 83% of the
total EG area, which makes EG relevant in environmental stewardship for the
Region and the Province, and
WHEREAS the Oak Ridges Moraine Conservation Plan and the Greenbelt Plan
are foundational to protecting the ecological and hydrological integrity of the
region, and the provisions in the Protect Ontario by Unleashing Our Economy
Act, 2025 directly conflict with the objectives of these plans, and
Town of East Gwillimbury
19000 Leslie Street, Sharon, Ontario LOG 1 Vo 1 905-478-4282 1 Fax: 905-478-2808
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WHEREAS in alignment with the 2022 — 2024 Strategic Plan, EG Council
declared a Climate Emergency in 2023 and approved the EG's Thinking Green
Environmental Strategy in 2024, highlighting EG's commitments and efforts to
preserve and restore the environment as EG grows, and
WHEREAS the Town of East Gwillimbury achieved 92% of its 2024 housing
target, regardless of current environmental provisions, demonstrating that
promoting sustainable growth is not only responsible but necessary,
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council acknowledges the stated goals
of economic growth and development in the Protect Ontario by Unleashing Our
Economy Act, 2025, but expresses serious concerns with the Act as it interferes
with local planning, limits public consultation, is inconsistent with the principles of
free, prior and informed consent in consultation processes with Indigenous
communities, and weakens protections to heritage and species, and formally
opposes the Protect Ontario by Unleashing Our Economy Act, 2025 in its current
form, and
THAT Council endorses the position of the Association of Municipalities of
Ontario (AMO) in requesting that municipalities be included in the development of
any regulatory frameworks related to Special Economic Zones, and
THAT Council directs staff to submit this resolution to:
• The Honourable Doug Ford, Premier of Ontario
• The Honourable Rob Flack, Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing
• The Honourable Todd McCarthy, Minister of the Environment,
Conservation and Parks
• The Honourable Caroline Mulroney, Minister of Francophone Affairs,
President of the Treasury Board, and MPP for York-Simcoe
• The Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO)
• All Ontario municipalities for their awareness and consideration
• The Rural Ontario Municipal Association (ROMA)
• Donna Big Canoe, Chief of the Chippewas of Georgina Island First Nation
• Abram Benedict, Ontario Regional Chief (ORC) for the Chiefs of Ontario, -
and
THAT Council encourages residents to contact their MPPs to express concerns
about the impacts of the Protect Ontario by Unleashing Our Economy Act, 2025,
on local governance, environmental protection, and Indigenous rights..
Town of East Gwillimbury
19000 Leslie Street, Sharon, Ontario LOG 1 Vo 1 905-478-4282 1 Fax: 905-478-2808
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If you have any further questions, feel free to contact the undersigned.
Yours truly,
Amanda McNeil, Hon. B.A., M.M.St.
Legislative Coordinator
CC:
The Honourable Rob Flack, Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing
The Honourable Todd McCarthy, Minister of the Environment, Conservation and Parks
The Honourable Caroline Mulroney, Minister of Francophone Affairs, President of the
Treasury Board, and MPP for York—Simcoe
The Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO)
All Ontario municipalities
The Rural Ontario Municipal Association (ROMA)
Donna Big Canoe, Chief of the Chippewas of Georgina Island First Nation
Abram Benedict, Ontario Regional Chief (ORC) for the Chiefs of Ontario
Town of East Gwilfirribury
19000 Leslie Street, Sharon, Ontario LOG 1 V0 1 905-478-4282 1 Fax: 905-478-2808
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The Corporation of the City of Cambridge
Corporate Services Department
Clerk's Division
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October 30, 2025
Re: Rent Protection for Tenants
At its Council Meeting of October 28, 2025, the Council of the Corporation of the
City of Cambridge passed the following Motion:
WHEREAS this council understands that the need for affordable rental housing
not only applies to new builds but also to the protection of existing affordable
units.
WHEREAS the removal of rent control in 2018 on any new residential rental unit
opened the door to excessive year over year rent increases and the resulting
anxiety and mental anguish that come with unpredictable rental costs and loss of
housing security.
WHEREAS the loss of rent control has caused a high number of people across
Ontario to be forced out of their homes due to their inability to afford their rent
increases.
AND WHEREAS without protection from excessive and malicious rent increases,
many Cambridge renters will also be at risk of being priced out of their own
homes.
WHEREAS unlimited rent increases can be used as a tool by landlords acting in
bad faith to remove existing tenants in order to replace them with new tenants at
increased rates.
WHEREAS providing housing stability, maintaining affordable housing stock, and
protecting renters from unfair rent increases is of utmost importance to this
council.
AND WHEREAS This council recognizes that landlords are essential to a
flourishing and affordable housing system,
AND WHEREAS maintaining Ontario as a location that is attractive to landlords is
of utmost importance.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that:
1. Cambridge City Council request the Province of Ontario provide
adequate protection against excessive and malicious rent increases for all
rental units occupied for residential purposes while maintaining the ability
for landlords to operate a viable and sustainable business, and that the City
Clerk for the City of Cambridge send a letter to Honourable Doug Ford
Premier of Ontario, MPP Jess Dixon, MPP Brian Riddell, and other
municipalities throughout Ontario for their endorsement consideration.
Should you have any questions related to the approved resolution, please contact me.
Yours Truly,
Jennifer Shaw
City Clerk
CC: (via email)
Honourable Doug Ford, Premier of Ontario
MPP Jess Dixon
MPP Brian Riddell
Ontario Municipalities
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COUNTY OF ELGIN
By -Law No. 25-37
"BEING A BY-LAW TO CONFIRM PROCEEDINGS OF THE MUNICIPAL COUNCIL OF
THE CORPORATION OF THE COUNTY OF ELGIN AT THE
NOVEMBER 12, 2025 MEETING"
WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 5.1 of the Municipal Act, 2001, S.O.2001, c.25, as
amended, the powers of a municipality shall be exercised by its Council;
AND WHEREAS pursuant to Section 5.3 of the Municipal Act, 2001, S.O. 2001, c.25, as
amended, the powers of every Council shall be exercised by by-law;
AND WHEREAS it is deemed expedient that the proceedings of the Municipal Council of
the Corporation of the County of Elgin at this meeting be confirmed and adopted by by-law
NOW THEREFORE the Municipal Council of the Corporation of the County of Elgin
enacts as follows:
THAT the actions of the Municipal Council of the Corporation of the County of Elgin,
in respect of each recommendation contained in the reports and each motion and
resolution passed and other action taken by the Municipal Council of the Corporation
of the County of Elgin, at its meeting held on November 12, 2025 be hereby adopted
and confirmed as if all such proceedings were expressly embodied in this by-law.
2. THAT the Warden and appropriate officials of the Corporation of the County of Elgin
are hereby authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to the
actions of the Municipal Council of the Corporation of the County of Elgin referred to in
the preceding section hereof.
3. THAT the Warden and the Chief Administrative Officer, or alternate, are authorized
and directed to execute all documents necessary in that behalf and to affix thereto the
seal of the Corporation of the County of Elgin.
READ A FIRST, SECOND AND THIRD TIME AND FINALLY PASSED THIS 12T" DAY OF
NOVEMBER 2025.
Blaine Parkin, Grant Jones,
Chief Administrative Officer/Clerk. Warden.
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