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A LOOK INSIDE Essex Council meeting notes - June 6, 2022
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Bicentennial Museum celebrates Queen’s Platinum Jubilee
PAGE 3 ______________ Essex sends PC’s Leardi to Queen’s Park in “historic” win PAGE 9 _______________ Essex County Council notes for June 1st PAGE 10 _______________ Home-Sweet-Home & Garden Special Feature PAGES 12 - 17 _______________ WFCU Credit Union Community Entrance to the Chrysler Canada Greenway is opened
An attendee decorates a crown at the Maidstone Bicentennial Museum as a part of the Platinum Jubilee celebration on Saturday.
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Attendees watch as a magician performs at the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee celebration put on by the Maidstone Bicentennial Museum on Saturday.
by Garrett Fodor In celebrating Queen Elizabeth II’s Platinum Jubilee, the Maidstone Bicentennial Museum brought a taste of England across the pond in honour of Her Majesty. On Saturday, in recognition of the 70-years Queen Elizabeth II has overseen the United Kingdom and the Commonweath, the Maidstone Bicentennial Museum transformed its grounds for a day fit for royalty. Beginning with a tree commemoration, the day shifted to an “Old Fashioned English Country Fair,” which featured
live entertainment, including a magician, puppet shows, and a bagpipe performance. “She is an important part of our culture and our heritage as a country, and a lot of people may not realize that,” Victoria Beaulieu, Curator of the Maidstone Bicentennial Museum, said of the Queen. “It’s an accomplishment for her to serve as long as she has. I mean, this is where all the foundation of our country and Parliament came from.” Attendees were invited to enjoy tea and snacks, try their hand at croquet, and play a game of
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coconut toss. Children were also able to decorate their own crowns and have their faces painted, all while learning more about Her Majesty and the impact she has had in her reign. In honour of the Platinum Jubilee, Beaulieu noted there was an exhibit on display, featuring various items commemorating various times of Her Majesty’s 70-years of service. “We put out a call to action and we are just extremely proud of the community support we received from members of the
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community, corporate sponsors, and the Canadian government,” Beaulieu said. “We were able to assemble such a great display of memorabilia that we could not have imagined. Some of it will remain on display, while some is temporary, but it will be up until about September for people to checkout and learn more about.” Beaulieu added she is really pleased to see how the community came out and showed their general interest in Queen Elizabeth II and the impact she has had on Canada. The event served as one of the first
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June is Recreation and Parks Month! submitted to EFP June is Recreation and Parks Month and The Town of Essex is, once again, recognizing the value and benefits of quality recreation and parks within the community. “The Town of Essex is committed to promoting healthy and active living in our community,” said Cynthia Cakebread, Manager, Recreation and Culture. “During the month of June, we encourage everyone to join in and learn more about our exceptional recreation programs that the Town of Essex has to offer.” This year, the Town of Essex is pleased to join the ParticipACTION Community Better Challenge, a national physical activity initiative that encourages Canadians to get active in search of Canada’s Most Active Community. The program
events the Maidstone Bicentennial Museum has had in over two-years, following the COVID-19 pandemic. Beaulieu noted that for many visitors on Saturday, it was the first time they were able to see the recent expansion to the Museum that was made possible through a 2019 Ontario Trillium Foundation capital expenditure grant. She is excited to be back and open once again for another season, adding the Bicentennial Museum will host a Bee Day on June 18, to educate on the importance of the pollinators and the role they play.
is open to everyone, and all minutes tracked on the app and website from June 1 – 30 will count toward the community’s total score. To participate, download the ParticipACTION app from the App Store or Google Play and start tracking your physical activity today! In addition, the Town will host a number of free “Try-It” sessions, to provide residents the opportunity to explore many activities, including Spin H20, Adult Lengths, Pickleball, Aquafit, Drum Fit, Rec/Leisure Swims, Dance Fusion, and a Community Bike Ride. Use the online form, found on the Town’s
website at: essex.ca, to track any activities you participate in from the ‘June is Recreation and Parks Month’ calendar for a chance to WIN! “Throughout the municipality, parks, playgrounds, cycling trails, and a beautiful lakeside property at Colchester Beach provide residents with a wide range of recreation and leisure opportunities. We encourage everyone to get out and get active.” says Jake Morassut, Director, Community Services. For more information on Recreation and Parks Month, visit essex.ca
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From Monday, June 6, 2022 INSIDE ESSEX COUNCIL NOTES... • E.L.K. presents 2021 Financial Statements and Annual Resolutions • • Essex to continue offering free menstrual products at Essex and Harrow Arenas • • Alley between McAffee and Victoria could be named after Brian Meyer • • NoM: Town to look into ways to protect parks, facilities from vandalism • & MORE...
Photo submitted by the Town of Essex: Mayor Richard Meloche presented Anne Marontate with the 2022 Senior of the Year award on Monday evening.
by Sylene Argent Anne Marontate presented with 2022 Senior of the Year award On Monday evening, Essex Council presented long-time Essex Communities in Bloom member, Anne Marontate, with the 2022 Senior of the Year award. Council chose Marontate for the award prior to the Committee of the Whole meeting held in April. The Ministry of Citizenship and Multiculturalism asked the Town of Essex to nominate an outstanding local senior for the recognition, who, after the age of 65, has
enriched the social, cultural, or civic life of the community. M a y o r Richard Meloche nominated Marontate last month, as she is involved
with the Town of Essex Communities in Bloom Committee. “Communities in Bloom would not have been the same without Anne on this committee,”
Meloche said. “She is so knowledgeable about what goes on.” One would think Communities in Bloom is all about flowers, Meloche added, but it is also about community volunteerism, having a stake in the community, and knowing what the community is all about, including history. “Anne helped us out with all those attributes with Communities in Bloom,” Meloche added. Marontate has been involved in other initiatives in the municipality. “She’s very much a volunteer in our community, one of those local heroes.” Meloche presented her with a certificate, recognizing her as the 2022 Senior of the Year. At that April meeting, Councillor Kim Verbeek nominated her mother, JoAnne Hayes, for the work she continues to do for Canadian Blood Services in recruiting volunteers, but was pleased to also support Marontate as a candidate. A draw took place. As a result, Marontate was selected as the 2022 Continued on Page 5
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Howling at the Moon ••• Comment by Sylene Argent ••• Moving forward after the Provincial Election
Another election is done and gone, and the PC candidate, Anthony Leardi, will represent us at Queen’s Park. I was curious as to what the voter turnout would be this election. On one hand, I thought the pandemic would spark a lot of interest in this election as to whether people agreed or disagreed with the governance experienced over the past two-years, in addition to wanting to have a voice about how to move forward. And, for years, people have complained about the lack of choice on the ballot, as upper-tier governance is like a perpetuating revolving door of ‘I voted for this party, because I am upset with this one’ mentality. This year, there were a few new choices, and I wondered if that would entice those who typically do not bother to vote to get out and cast their ballot. On the other hand, I could not help but notice the lack of election
signs leading up to ballot day, and I was unsure if that was a sign of voter apathy or if there were other reasons for that. Locally, we had a 47.04 percent voter turnout for the Essex Riding, which was around nine-percent lower than the 2018 Provincial Election. It was slightly higher than the provincial average of 43 percent, which was down from 57 percent in 2018. So, I can’t help but wonder the reason for the lower voter turnout. Perhaps people are tired of the sameold-same-old, but if that was the case, then it is time to double down on change, not turn a blind eye as some kind of apathetic gesture. I think it is interesting the PCs managed to scoop up a few new ridings this election. After the 2018 election, the PCs won 76 seats, the NDP had 40, with the Liberals earning seven, resulting in a loss of Official Party Status.
In the 2022 election, the PCs gained 16 seats, the NDP lost seven, and the Liberals gained just one seat. I think with the PC’s victory, the majority of those who chose to vote must have been worried about the economy, affordability, and job creation. And honestly, affordability is something I have been concerned about since I started as a reporter in 2008. Things have not gotten better, but significantly more challenging. Here’s hoping for more prosperity moving forward. With the Provincial Election over, we will certainly have our attention turned to the Essex Municipal Election. I am logging onto the Town of Essex’s election website periodically to see who has officially put their names forward as a candidate to date.
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submitted to EFP Essex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has seen an increase in complaints regarding Off Road Vehicles (ORV) on roads, trails, and destroying private property across Essex County. The OPP would like to remind ORV operators the trails known as the Chrysler Canada Greenway, the County Wide Active Transportation System (CWATS), as well as decommissioned rail lines, the use of motorized vehicles of any kind are prohibited. Essex County OPP would also like to remind riders to check with their local municipality to determine if usage is permitted. Municipalities have the authority to create by-laws to restrict/prohibit usage of ORVs, including new types, such as dirt bikes and Extreme Terrain Vehicles (EXTs) commonly referred to as an Argo. Other areas that are prohibited; • Town and Municipal parks (soccer fields, baseball diamonds, beaches etc… • Railroad tracks • Private property (unless consent was obtained by the owner.) At all times, please obey the laws, respect other’s property, and ride safely & responsibly. OPP will have officers on ATV patrol in problem areas and violators will be charged if found to be violating any laws. ORVs are year-round utility and recreational vehicles that can offer hours of enjoyment for outdoor enthusiasts, as long as they obey the law and follow safety precautions. The Smart Ride Safe Ride ORV Handbook is a great resource that outlines the rules and requirements for ORVs. It will tell you: • Where you can ride your ATV/ORV • Who can drive an ATV/ORV in Ontario
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• The rules of the road you must follow • How to be a safe and responsible rider. To access the handbook, please follow the link: www. mto.gov.on.ca/english/driver/pdfs/smart-ride-safe-rideATV.pdf Some highlights include: • For any on road usage, all operators must be at least 16 years old and hold at a minimum a valid G2 or M2 licence. • Children under 12 may only legally operate an ATV/ORV on private land occupied by the ATV/ORV operator. Close supervision must be provided at all times. • Wear an approved motorcycle helmet. • ORVs must be driven in the same direction as traffic and on the shoulder where available; when not available on the right most portion of the roadway. • Vehicles must be registered, plated, and insured. • No passengers under the age of 8 and the number of occupants are limited to the number of available seating positions. • Have full lighting on (headlights and taillights) between sunset and sunrise or when the weather is unfavourable. • If the posted speed limit is 50 km/h or less the limit for the ORV is 20 km/h • If the posted speed limit is greater than 50 km/h the limit for the ORV is 50 km/h At all times, please obey the laws, respect other’s property, and ride safely & responsibly. LEARN MORE: www.ontario.ca/atv Anyone with information regarding this or any other incident is asked to call the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or leave an anonymous online message at www.catchcrooks.com where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.
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nomination for the Senior of the Year Award for Essex, and Hayes will be put forward for the award next year. TWEPI presents plans for 2022 and the 2022/2023 Official Visitor Guide Representatives of the Tourism Windsor Essex Pelee Island (TWEPI) presented its plans for the year and its 2022/2023 Official Visitors Guide. The group presented this information to County Council recently. Chief Executive Officer, Gordon Orr, said the tourism industry took a hard hit during the pandemic. E.L.K. presents 2021 Financial Statements and Annual Resolutions Essex Council received the 2021 Consolidated Financial Statements of E.L.K. Energy Inc., and also supported the signing of the annual resolutions of E.L.K. Energy Inc., appointing the Directors and KPMG as auditor. Mayor Richard Meloche was authorized to sign the documents on behalf of The Corporation of the Town of Essex. Cheryl Tratechaud, Chief Financial Officer and Director of Stakeholder Relations for E.L.K. Energy Inc., and Cynthia Swift, Lead Audit Engagement Partner for KPMG LLP, made the presentation. Swift said the financial statements were in accordance with IFRS. KPMG did provide an unmodified audit opinion, and presented the financial statements to the E.L.K. Board of Directors last month. A few of the financial highlights, Swift said, include that total assets and regulatory balances totalled $32M, $10.3M for liabilities, $12.9M for equities, and $8.8M for regulatory liabilities. In addition, income for the year totalled $853,000, a decrease from the $1.1M earned in 2020. This was a result of a decrease in
revenues, due to decrease in demand for electricity in 2021. Cash, she said, is fairly consistent with the prior year, at $5.9M. E.L.K., she added, spent $1.5M on infrastructure, repaid debt in the amount of $400,000, and declared a dividend to the Town of Essex of $201,000. Councillor Sherry Bondy was glad to see more investment in infrastructure over the years. She still believes cost-saving shared services should be looked at. Essex owns the entirety of the local utility. King Street parking changes Council authorized and directed the department of Infrastructure Services to amend the parking by-law for King Street West, between Erie Street North and Roseborough Road, which will move the permitted parking from the north-side of King Street to the southside. The change was suggested by Administration for safety reasons. The Report to Council on the matter notes as part of the Harrow Streetscape project, changes were made to the parking and pavement markings to improve the safety and traffic flow at the intersection of King Street and Erie Street. It adds the westbound lane immediately east of Erie was shifted to the north to accommodate additional turning radius for large commercial vehicles heading eastbound to turn right onto Erie Street. Deputy Mayor Steve Bjorkman asked what the plan is to make the change. He suggested a sign to note
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a change has happened. Norm Nussio, Manager of Operations and Drainage, hopes the change can be done within the next few weeks. Tender of Supply of Backhoe Loader 2022 awarded Council awarded the Request for Tender for the supply of a Backhoe Loader to Brandt Tractor Ltd., in the amount of $192,326.40, including non-refundable harmonized sales tax. The Report to Council notes the 2022 Capital budget included $220,000 for the replacement of a Cat Backhoe, so the purchase of the Backhoe Loader in the amount of $192,326.40 is within the budgeted funds for this project. Essex to continue offering free menstrual products at Essex and Harrow Arenas Council directed Administration to continue to
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Essex Council meeting notes - June 6, 2022... provide free menstrual products at the Essex Centre Sports Complex and Harrow & Colchester South Community Centre, funded through the yearly operating budget for each facility. The Report adds through implementation, Administration saw the social benefit to the community as there were several positive comments from
members of the public. During the past year, through the 2021-2022 pilot project, Administration installed dispensers and products in the Essex Centre Sports Complex and the Harrow and Colchester South Community Centre, with the total cost of $1,297.00 for the Essex Arena and $648.50 for the Harrow Arena.
Ride LaSalle Transit for free during 2022 LaSalle Strawberry Festival submitted to EFP Everyone can ride LaSalle Transit for free from June 9 to 12! The bus service has been enhanced during the LaSalle Strawberry Festival with free service and extended hours to match those of the festival. One bus will run during all festival hours with final pick-ups at the Vollmer Culture and Recreation Complex taking place a few minutes after the festival closes. In addition, bus service has also been added on Sunday. Schedules will be posted on the LaSalle Transit page on the Town’s website. Two shuttle buses will also operate on Friday night to bring patrons to and from the festival for the fireworks. One bus will travel between Town Hall and the Vollmer Complex, and one between the old Centennial Arena site (on Front Road behind the Goodwill Donation Centre) and the Vollmer Complex. The shuttles will run between 7:00 pm and 11:00 pm. Parking is first come first serve in both locations. A schedule for the free shuttle service will be available soon. The fireworks will be launched near
the pond at the Vollmer Complex around 10:00 pm on Friday, June 10. The best viewing areas will be in parking lot 1 at the Vollmer Complex, at the pavilion/ playground area, and on the hill behind the pavilion. Parking may be difficult at the Vollmer Complex throughout the weekend. Parking will be first come first serve all weekend. Patrons are reminded not to park in No Parking zones as they could be ticketed and/or towed. Patrons can also ride their bicycles to the festival and take advantage of the free bike valet service hosted by Bike Friendly Windsor Essex. The valet service is located close to the entrance into the festival. Watch for the signs that will direct you to the valet service. The LaSalle Strawberry Festival takes place from June 9-12, 2022 at the Vollmer Culture and Recreation Complex featuring a carnival, fireworks, parade, entertainment, and local strawberries. Visit the LaSalle Strawberry Festival web page for more information, including a complete schedule.
Councillor Sherry Bondy would like the program extended to the McGregor Community Centre. Director of Community Services, Jake Morassut, said the program could be expanded. Council would have to increase budgets for the smaller facilities they would want the program extended to, if there was a desire to expand the program. Councillor Kim Verbeek said this is a program she takes pride in. Update provided on STRs at Colchester Harbour Council received the report “May 2022 Update on Short Term Rentals at Colchester Harbour.” The Report notes Council has directed Administration to prepare a monthly report updating Council on any issues involving Short-Term Rentals at the Colchester Harbour. It adds during the month of May 2022, one complaint was made regarding the STRs; however, after investigation, it was found that the incident did not involve any of the STR operations. Alley between McAffee and Victoria could be named after Brian Meyer Council authorized the naming of the alley between McAffee and Victoria in Harrow as Meyer Alley, subject to Administration ensuring no other streets have a similar name. Public notice will be given on the Town’s website, in accordance with the Town of Essex Public Notice Policy. The Report from Administration originally suggested Morency Alley, in accordance with the Town’s streetnaming by-law. Councillor Sherry Bondy, however, suggested naming it Meyer Alley, instead, after Brian Meyer, who she said was a pillar of the Harrow community. He passed away in 2017. He always
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put service above self and was involved with many organizations within the community. His chartered accountant business backed onto the alley for 35-years. She asked for a friendly amendment to change the name to Meyer Alley. Council unanimously supported the motion. St. Paul’s request flag raising for Windsor-Essex Pride Festival Council supported St. Paul’s Anglican Church’s request for their flag to be flown at Town Hall on August 4, 2022 in support of the Windsor-Essex Pride Festival. NoM: Town to look into ways to protect parks, facilities from vandalism At the May 16 Council Meeting, Councillor Joe Garon put forward a Notice of Motion, for discussion at the June 6 meeting, to ask Council to direct Administration to look into a means of better protecting public parks and Townowned properties from graffiti and other vandalism through design strategies that minimize opportunity. Garon said vandalism is not new in Essex, but is a problem. He wanted to have a discussion on how to prevent it. Councillor Kim Verbeek, who is also the Chairperson of the Essex Police Services Board, said the committee asked the OPP to work with the Town on crime prevention through environmental design to make parks safer and be more proactive. Verbeek and CAO Doug Sweet also spoke of the recently adopted WindsorEssex Regional Community Safety and Well-Being Plan. One of the action items is to create a pilot for regional crime prevention. Sweet suggested
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PUBLIC NOTICE – PESTICIDE USE WITHIN THE TOWN OF ESSEX The Town of Essex intends to spray noxious weeds on all rural roadsides. The following pesticides will be used which are registered under the Pest Control Products Act (Canada): Clearview Herbicide PCP Reg.#29752, containing active ingredients Metsulfuron-Methyl and Aminopyralid (present as Potassium Salt) in combination with Gateway Adjuvant, containing active ingredients Paraffinic Oil, and Alkoxylated alcohol non-ionic surfactants (Registration Number 31470); Navius FLEX, containing the active ingredients Metsulfuron – methyl and Aminocyclopyrachlor (Registration number 30922) in combination with Hasten NT Ultra Spray Adjuvant, containing active ingredients Methyl and ethyl oleate (Registration Number 31760) We are controlling Noxious Weeds under Public Works Exception of the Cosmetic Pesticides Ban for the promotion of public health and safety Spraying will commence on June 15th, 2022 weather permitting and continue until July15th, 2022. For information contact: (Collect Calls Accepted) Town of Essex or Norman Nussio Manager of Operations and Drainage 519.776.7336
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Essex Council meeting notes - June 6, 2022... having a meeting with the document developers to determine next steps. Councillor Sherry Bondy asked if auxiliary officers could be utilized in parks, or possibly hire high school students to monitor. Director of Community Services, Jake Morassut, said vandalism does not always happen at night. There is a 10pm park curfew. He hopes to have a marketing campaign for the Town’s Report a Problem tool residents can use to relay these types of issues. When designing parks, open areas are considered, he added, to increase visibility. When working on the Parks, Recreation, and Master Plan document, lighting can be considered as a means to deter vandalism.
Council passed Garon’s motion. NoM: Amending parking by-law for enforceability discussed At the May 16 Council Meeting, Councillor Sherry Bondy put forward a Notice of Motion, for discussion at the June 6 meeting, to ask Council to direct Administration to amend the parking bylaw to ensure the OPP can enforce the parking regulations. Bondy said this has come up in a few areas where cars are blocking driveways or fire hydrants. She believes parking issues need to be addressed for safety. CAO Doug Sweet can meet with OPP Administration to discuss any issues. It was noted police can ticket for each issue mentioned. Sweet said he will
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bring up the parking issue at the next Essex Police Services Board meeting. Bondy spoke of specific issues brought to her attention, and wondered if there was a way to find a solution for those residents. She said calling the police is how to handle the situation, but can be frustrating for a resident who can’t get out of a driveway, but needs to leave for work, for example. Bondy withdrew her motion as the matter was discussed. Notices of Motion to be discussed at the June 20 at the Council Meeting: • Councillor Chris Vander Doelen will ask Council to discuss the difficulty some farmers in Ward 3 have been encountering, while trying to get raw water lines and other infrastructure approved for their foodgrowing operations. • Mayor Richard Meloche will ask Council to direct Administration to review the feasibility of developing a regulation/ by-law limiting storage of any type/classification of fireworks in any one location that totals in excess of 100lbs for
not longer than threemonths from the date of delivery into the Town of Essex. All Provincial and Federal regulations would still apply to the manner in which these fireworks need to be stored. • Councillor Sherry Councillor Bondy will ask Council to consider a “caution children playing” sign be added on Morris, as there is a park on Morris and residents are requesting a sign there. • Mayor Richard Meloche will ask Council to consider directing Administration to include $60,000 in the 2023 budget to have a consultant prepare a document on feasibility, operating processes, and funding to secure public transit for a route from St. Clair College, up County Road 11, with stops at Paquette Corners, McGregor, and Harrow, then travels down County Road 13 to Colchester. This is because the cost of gasoline is becoming unaffordable to the
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average family or person, and because the Town of Essex is committed to being environmentally responsible. • Councillor Sherry Bondy will ask Council to consider putting the sidewalk slated for Morris Drive on hold, and that a review be done to see if an active transportation trail can be placed on the same side as the drainage retention pond. • Councillor Sherry Bondy will ask Council to consider sending a letter to the provincial and federal governments to share resident concerns regarding the increase in the price of gasoline. “Lame Duck” Council Period by-law passed By-Law 2157, to Temporarily delegate certain authorities during a “Lame Duck” Council
Period, was given its final reading and was passed. By-law to provide Rules of Procedure for the Conduct of Meetings passed By-Law 2159, to provide Rules of Procedure for the Conduct of Meetings of the Municipal Council and its Committees and Boards, was read a third time and finally passed. This will ensure Council members who participate in regular and special meetings electronically will count towards quorum. Up to three members of Council can participate in a meeting electronically.
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Vandalism and Damage Prompts Closure of Park Washrooms in Lakeshore - Residents urged to contact OPP with information related to vandalism Since opening at the beginning of May, several outdoor washrooms at Lakeshore’s parks have been vandalized and damaged. In many cases, the damage created unsafe conditions which has prompted the municipality to close the facilities. Over the last month, nearly all of Lakeshore’s outdoor public washrooms have experienced significant vandalism, including graffiti, broken doors, smashed mirrors, removal and/or damage of garbage containers, soap and toilet paper dispensers, as well as sinks and toilets ripped from their anchors. The current cost of damage is estimated to be over $16,000, with more than 150 hours of staff and contractor time dedicated to making repairs and replacing items. “This is a frustrating situation, not just for park users who can no longer enjoy the incredible amenities our parks have to offer, but also for Council and our hardworking staff. We put a lot of pride into creating welcoming public spaces, and, unfortunately, the actions of a few have spoiled it for everyone else,” said Mayor Tom Bain. “We know this is not just a Lakeshore issue. We’ve heard similar stories from many of our municipal neighbours and regional
partners, so we hope someone out there has information that will lead authorities to the perpetrators.” A report outlining options for additional security and monitoring of outdoor facilities is expected to be
presented to Council in the coming weeks. Anyone with information related to acts of vandalism should contact Lakeshore OPP at 519-728-1810 or anonymously via CrimeStoppers at www.
CrimeStoppers.ca or 1-800-222-8477. To report a problem related to vandalism or damage to local facilities, please contact the Municipality of Lakeshore at 519-728-2488 or online at Lakeshore.ca/ReportAProblem.
Milestone Celebration Certificate request offered by the Town of Essex submitted to EFP The Town of Essex would like to recognize residents who are celebrating significant milestone anniversaries and birthdays with a congratulatory announcement at Town Council and an official certificate, signed by the Mayor. “We are thrilled to offer this unique opportunity to recognize residents celebrating a significant anniversary or birthday with a special message from Town Council,” Richard Meloche, Mayor of Essex said. Residents celebrating the following milestones within the calendar year are eligible to submit a request: • 25, 50, 60, or 75 year wedding anniversary • 75, 80, 85, 90, 95, or 100 year birthday Submit a request for yourself or an individual/couple you know who will soon celebrate a milestone by completing the online form at www.essex.ca/CertificateRequest.
Municipality of Lakeshore NOTICE OF PASSING OF A MUNICIPAL-WIDE DEVELOPMENT CHARGES BY-LAW Take notice that the Council of the Municipality of Lakeshore passed a municipal-wide development charges By-law 56-2022, amending By-law 89-2020, being a by-law for the imposition of development charges, on the 31st day of May, 2022 under section 2 (1) of the Development Charges Act, 1997, S.O., 1997 c. 27; And take notice that any person or organization may appeal to the Ontario Land Tribunal under section 14 of the Act, in respect of By-law 56-2022, by filing with the Clerk of the Municipality of Lakeshore on or before the 11th day of July, 2022 a notice of appeal setting out the objection to By-law 56-2022 and the reasons supporting the objection. The schedule of development charges imposed by By-law 56-2022, which came into effect on May 31, 2022, is as follows (identified in Schedule B of the by-law):
The By-law applies to all lands located within the Municipality of Lakeshore. Copies of By-law 89-2020 and By-law 56-2022 are available for examination at Lakeshore Town Hall, 419 Notre Dame Street, Belle River, Ontario, N0R 1A0, during regular business hours (weekdays from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM) excluding statutory holidays.
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Essex sends PC’s Leardi to Queen’s Park in “historic” win
by Sylene Argent The political wave for the region received a splash of blue as a result of last Thursday’s Provincial Election. Two local wins for the Progressive Conservative (PC) Party added to its second majority win, with Amherstburgbased lawyer, Anthony Leardi, being elected for the Essex Riding, and Tecumseh Councillor and Engineer, Andrew Dowie, being elected for WindsorTecumseh. With NDP incumbents Taras Natyshak, for the Essex Riding, and Percy Hatfield, for WindsorTecumseh, announcing they would not run in the election, the PC candidates used the opportunity to gain the seats at Queen’s Park. Unofficial Election results listed Leardi as having received just over 51 percent of the vote for the Essex Riding, with 24,682 ballots cast in his favour, which was nearly 11,000 more than NDP’s Ron LeClair received.
Liberal Manpreet Brar came in third, earning 4,126 and Ontario Party’s Frank Causarano received 3,305. In addition, New Blue’s Danielle Sylvester received 1283 votes, Green Party’s Nicholas Wendler earned 979 votes, and Kevin Linfield from the None of the Above Direct Democracy Party earned 269 votes. The voter turnout was 47.04 percent for the Essex Riding, which was slightly higher than the recorded Provincial average of 43 percent, but significantly lower than the local voter turnout of 56.12 percent in 2018. “It’s a historic night,” Leardi said of winning the riding. This was the first time in 60-years – since Richard Thrasher served as the rep for Essex South from 1957-1962 – the Essex Riding voted to send a Progressive Conservative candidate to Toronto. “These things only happen with great leadership. There was
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followed by NDP’s Gemma Grey-Hall with nearly 30 percent, and Liberal Gary Kaschak, who earned 14.5 percent. Moving forward, Tecumseh Council will determine how to fill the vacant Ward 1 seat in due course, information from the Town of Tecumseh noted. In Windsor West, NDP’s Lisa Gretzky retained her seat as a result of a tight race. Unofficial Election Results notes she earned 45 percent of the vote, while PC candidate John Leontowicz earned 35 percent and Liberal Linda L McCurdy earned 13 percent.
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Essex County Council notes for Wednesday, June 1 by Sylene Argent County receives correspondence re: community safety and well-being plan Essex County Council received correspondence from Sylvia Jones, Solicitor General of Ontario, which was directed to Windsor Mayor Drew Dilkens. The letter sent thanks for the region’s completion of the community safety and well-being (CSWB) plan, which was created through a collaboration between Essex County and its seven municipalities, in addition to the City of Windsor. “The Windsor-Essex Regional Community Safety and Well-Being Plan: 2022-2026 demonstrates leadership and commitment to proactively addressing crime and complex social issues facing your community,” Jones stated in the letter, commending the seven County municipalities and the City – in addition to the participating multi-sectoral partners – for their efforts on the development of a comprehensive plan targeting the local priority risks, such as good governance and data, engaged and safe communities,
mental health, and substance use supports, through the implementation of the identified programs and strategies. “As you know, it is by working together that we can truly make our communities safer and healthier. The positive impacts of CSWB planning are clear. Through this collaborative planning process, communities can ensure better coordination between police services and community partners. Your CSWB plan will allow for appropriate crisis response and proactive programs that address local risks and improve the social determinants of health, such as education, housing, and mental services,” she wrote. In November, members of Essex County Council approved the final report for the Windsor Essex Regional Community Safety and WellBeing Plan for submission to the Solicitor General, and voted in favour of Essex County Council championing the Plan and recognizing its implementation necessitates active engagement and meaningful participation of key sectors, residents, and communities across the region.
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In addition, all regional municipalities passed a motion authorizing Essex County Council to approve the Plan and any subsequent reports on their behalf, including Council for the Town of Essex. As of January 1, 2019, the Safer Ontario Act, 2018 required municipalities to prepare and adopt community safety and well-being plans in partnership with a multi-sectoral advisory committee. The local plan had to be submitted and endorsed by City and County Councils by December 31, 2021. Some of the needs provided from Essex residents through public sessions held while the project was being created included affordable and/or attainable housing, access to affordable leisure activities for children, resident and community safety, in addition to the need for mental health and substance abuse services, employment skills development, and specialized education programs. Additional comments from Essex-based respondents included the need for more accessible transportation options, within and between municipalities, and the importance of avoiding school closures. Canada Community-Building Fund Allocated Essex County Council approved the 2022 Canada Community-Building Fund (CCFB) Distribution Schedule (formerly known as the Federal Gas Tax Fund) and an accompanying By-Law. Sandra Zwiers, Director of Financial Services/ Treasurer for the County of Essex, noted in her Report to County Council the CCBF is a permanent source of funding for provinces and territories to flow to their municipalities in support of local infrastructure priorities. The Report adds the payments will be received from the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO). The funds will be redistributed to the local municipalities in accordance with the local agreement to share funds on an 80 percent local municipal and 20 percent County agreement.
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submitted to EFP On May 13, 2022, at approximately 9:08 p.m., officers from the Essex Detachment Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) investigated a weapons incident after being called to the Essex Sports Complex located at 60 Fairview Avenue West in the Town of Essex, Ontario. As a result of investigation, police were able to identify two youths that were involved after investigators received information and assistance from the public. It was determined that the weapon was an Airsoft gun which police located and seized. On May 31, 2022, two 13-year-old youths, who cannot be identified under the Youth Criminal Justice Act (YCJA), were diverted using the Pre-Charge Diversion Program as per the YCJA. The Pre-Charge Diversion Program is an innovative police/community partnership designed to hold the young person accountable; to increase the victims and communities’ involvement in this diversion process; and to reduce youth crime through activities that influence attitudes and behaviours. Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to call the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or leave an anonymous online message at www.catchcrooks.com where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.
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Essex County Council notes for Wednesday, June 1... The fund forwarded $11,514,504 to the County. Due to the local funding agreement, $3,454,351 of the County’s allocation is being redistributed to the local municipalities, based on the 2021 Census Data. This will forward $1,012,766 to the Town of Essex, $1,112,247 to Tecumseh, $1,416,803 to Leamington, $1,561,968 to LaSalle, $1,929,008 to Lakeshore, $1,055,871 to Kingsville, and $1,122,940 to Amherstburg, leaving the County with $2,302,901. Paved shoulders contract awarded to Rudak Excavating Essex County Council awarded the 2022 CWATS Paved Shoulders tender to Rudak Excavating Inc. for $553,600.00, plus
applicable taxes. This is for 1.2km on County Road 2, from Stuart Lane to Moison Creek Bridge, and 0.5km on County Road 34, from County Road 18 to Highway 3. As the County Road 2 project is within a settlement area, 40 percent of the cost will be paid for by the County of Essex, with the remaining 60 percent paid for by the Municipality of Lakeshore. As the County Road 34 project is not in a settlement area, the entire cost will be paid for by the County of Essex. This amount was within what was approved in the 2022 Budget. In addition, Rudak Excavating Inc. submitted the lowest tender for the project.
County Council members will continue to serve on Committee of Management for Sun Parlour Home Essex County Council directed Administration to prepare a by-law to formalize the appointment of all members of Essex County Council to serve as the Committee of Management for the Sun Parlor Home. In the Report to County Council Jayne BrooksKeller, Administrator of Sun Parlor Home, and David Sundin, County Solicitor, submitted, it explained the Fixing Long-Term Care Act and the obligations the new legislation places on the members of the Committee of Management of the County-run Sun Parlor Home.
The Report outlines the old and new Acts require a Committee of Management be appointed for the Sun Parlor Home from among the members of County Council. To ensure compliance with screening requirements set out in the new Act, it notes each member of the Committee of Management needs to obtain a police record check and provide disclosure related to certain criminal charges and professional misconduct. It adds under the new Act, a formal Bylaw acknowledging the historical practice of Sun Parlor Home with respect to the Committee of Management and formally appointing at least three members of County
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responded to the scene and confirmed that no one was injured. Essex County OPP Crime Unit with the assistance of West Region OPP Identification Services are currently investigating this incident. Investigators believe this is a targeted incident and there are no concerns for public safety at this time. Essex County OPP are asking anyone in the 13000 block of Riverside Drive to check surveillance, dashcams or door-cams for
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The Year of the Garden is worth celebrating (NC) While each spring we celebrate the return of gardening season, this year’s celebrations may be extra special. The Canadian Garden Council and Communities in Bloom are inviting individual gardeners and municipalities to celebrate gardening in Canada. Whether you are a long-time gardener, or just took up the pastime during the pandemic, the Year of the Garden is a great opportunity to grow your interest and your skills. Gardens and gardening come with a wide array of benefits. Creating more urban green spaces has longterm sustainability benefits. For example, plants and gardens produce oxygen, sequester carbon, and mitigate the heat island effect in urban areas. Gardening also has
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(NC) No matter the size of your project, planning ahead is important to keep it on track, including a schedule and a detailed budget. Here are three important things to consider before getting started: 1. Assemble your team A reno takes teamwork, so make sure you have the right people with you from the start.
For family and friends who help out, be sure to get everyone on the same page right away when it comes to responsibilities. Let any unpaid helpers decide how they want to contribute based on their interests and skillset. Plan for someone to stay on top of the plans, someone to work on any DIY projects and someone to take care of
any household disruptions that come along with a major reno. As for professionals, if you’re dealing with electrical work, make sure you have a Licensed Electrical Contracting business on your team. You can ask for their 7-digit ECRA/ESA number to confirm. They will ensure everything is kept to code
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Affordable ways to make homes more appealing to modern buyers Home trends come and go. Today’s must-have items tend to become tomorrow’s outdated features in the blink of an eye. Homeowners who plan to stay in their current homes for years to come needn’t prioritize modern trends over personal preferences. However, homeowners looking to sell their homes can consider these favoured features to increase their properties’ appeal to modern buyers. • Separate laundry room: According to the
National Association of Home Builders’ 2021 What Home Buyers Really Want report, a separate room dedicated to laundry was the most desired feature among prospective home buyers. Though it might not inspire the awe of an outdoor living room or floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking a wooded backyard, a laundry room fills a direct and universal need. Perhaps that’s why 87 percent of buyers want a room dedicated to laundry in a home. • Exterior lighting:
Drive through a modern suburban neighbourhood at night and it won’t take long before you realize the popularity of exterior lighting. And that’s no coincidence, as homeowners everywhere appear to embrace exterior lighting. The NAHB report indicates that exterior lighting is the most soughtafter outdoor feature. The good news for prospective sellers is that exterior lighting is an inexpensive and instant way to transform a property at night. Some solar-powered
lighting along walkways and outside the front door can make a home feel more safe, while some uplighting of large trees in the backyard can produce a sight to behold once the sun goes down. • Energy-efficient upgrades: Inflation has driven up the cost of just about everything over the last year-plus, and energy is no exception. So it should come as no surprise that 83 percent of prospective home buyers are looking for energy-efficient windows and appliances in a home. These features save money and benefit the planet, making them a winwin among buyers. • Patio: Patio spaces have long been popular, but that popularity reached new heights during the pandemic. When forced to stay at home for long periods of time, millions of people longed for ways to spend more time outdoors without breaking
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lockdown rules. Patios provide outdoor living spaces, and 82 percent of buyers indicated they wanted a patio with their next property. • Side-by-side sink: A double or side-by-side sink is among the more affordable features buyers are looking for. At less than $1,000 on average, a side-
by-sink is an affordable way to make a home more appealing to modern buyers. Modern buyers want a lot out of their homes, and sellers can do their best to meet those desires while getting the most money for their properties. Source: Metro Creative Graphics
Popular insect repellant plants... Continued from Page 13 notes it can be used to repel mosquitoes and moths. • Lavender: Fleas, flies, mosquitoes, and moths are not fans of this aromatic and colourful member of the mint family. Bees tend to be drawn to lavender, a durable plant that many garden centers recommend in areas prone to drought or hot summers without much precipitation. • Mint: Mint is another plant that is instantly recognizable for its aroma. But mint lovers may not realize that it’s also great for keeping ants at bay. Mint also can be used to repel mosquitoes, but gardeners with no experience
planting mint should plant it in pots. That’s because the Farmers Almanac notes mint is an especially aggressive spreader that can quickly take over a garden. Separating mint in pots can prevent it from bullying its way into other plants’ domains. • Lemongrass: Lemongrass is a tropical grass that’s so fragrant it’s often used in perfumes. Lemongrass contains citronella, which many people associate with repelling mosquitoes. A potted lemongrass plant can repel these unwanted guests, keeping them away from decks, porches and/or patios all summer long.
• Chrysanthemums: The Farmers’ Almanac® recommends using chrysanthemums, which repel a range of insects from bedbugs to fleas to ants, as border plants around a home. That’s because they contain the natural insecticide pyrethrin, which can serve as something of an insectrepelling boundary around a home. Insects are unwanted guests around a home each spring, summer and fall. Certain plants can help repel insects and serve as an eco-friendly alternative to insecticides.
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Revitalize your landscape on a budget propagate by division. Figure out the best times of year to divide the plants and start growing them in individual containers before planting the sturdy new shoots in the ground. A single variety of plants grouped together in mass plantings is affordable and easy. • Shop end-of season sales. Garden centres may begin to make room for holiday items come the fall. Take advantage
of reduced costs on remaining plants and landscape accessories during this time of year. Plants can be covered or allowed to thrive indoors until they can be planted in the spring. • Pool your resources. Homeowners planning on a big landscaping or revitalization project may want to speak with neighbours to see if they’re interested in doing the same. Contractors
guaranteed business from a few homes in the same neighbourhood may be willing to negotiate lower prices for the volume of work on things like driveway repaving, deck- or fence-building, or installation of paver patios. Some handy ideas can help homeowners transform landscapes without spending too much.
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Many homeowners think they have to spend tons of green to get green in their landscape, but that isn’t necessarily so. Homeowners can improve their landscapes without digging themselves into financial holes. These strategies can help anyone save some cash and still end up with attractive gardens and more. • Use stones or gravel for a walkway. If commercially installed pavers or cement walkways are not within your budget, there are some affordable alternatives. Flagstone or individually purchased and spaced pavers and pea gravel can be used to create pathways. Some construction sites even offer free stones when asked. Soften the look with moss or other plants on the perimeter. • Remove some lawn. Lawns can require hours of upkeep that may involve the application of expensive fertilizers and weed-killing products that are not always so ecofriendly. Reduce the size of a lawn by putting in a mixed planting bed of
perennials or ornamental grasses, or use landscape fabric and mulch. • Look for free mulch. Municipal recycling centres may offer residents access to free mulch made from grinding up leaves, branches and other plant debris collected throughout the town. Simply bring a few containers to the recycling centre and spread the mulch for an ornamental look or to insulate landscapes over winter and protect against weeds. • Repurpose old items into planters. Old wheelbarrows, barrels, watering cans, and other items can be repurposed into container gardening vessels. Figure out if items marked for the garbage bin can be incorporated into garden features instead. • Invest in plants that are easy to propagate. Perennials are the gardener’s friend when it comes to saving money. These plants sprout anew each year, and many, such as sedum, catmint, ferns, hostas, and black-eyed Susans, can
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Small changes can add up to big savings (NC) Rising global gas prices have many homeowners and communities making changes big and small to take control of their energy use. The most costeffective way to reduce energy costs is through energy efficiency. Try these energy-reducing tips to help save money • Install a smart thermostat to save automatically on heating and cooling yearround. • Air dry dishes from the dishwasher once the wash cycle is complete. • Wash clothes in cold water. • If you have a pool, switch to a natural gas pool heater—it’s more efficient than an electric heater. • When it’s time to upgrade or replace appliances and heating systems, choose high-efficiency options and consider upgrading to a hybrid heating system to lower energy use by up to 30 percent. • Barbecue with natural gas—it costs 67 percent less than propane. Reducing energy use can also help the
environment as the greenest energy is the energy we don’t use. Energy efficiency can also be achieved by using renewable sources and in the way energy is produced. While most of us have heard about solar and wind energy, renewable natural gas (RNG) is also a valuable source of cleaner energy. RNG is made by capturing methane emissions from organic waste, landfills and wastewater treatment plants and converting it into carbon-neutral energy. Companies and communities can produce and sell it as an additional revenue source and are already doing so across Canada. Households can help grow the use of RNG, too. For example, Enbridge Gas residential customers can join the OptUp program, which directly funds the purchase of RNG for Ontario’s natural gas system to heat homes and businesses more sustainably in Ontario. Find more energy saving tips at enbridgegas.com.
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style that evokes the tranquility of the countryside. To help you get the look, Sharon Grech, Benjamin Moore colour and design expert shares her top three tips. Celebrate crafts and comfort Strongly influenced by nostalgia, cottagecore style is a celebration of crafts, vintage pieces, and a slower pace of living. “Cottagecore spaces are defined by their connection to nature and nod to historical inspiration.
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WFCU Credit Union Community Entrance to the Chrysler Canada Greenway is opened submitted to EFP The Town of Kingsville has a new access point to the Chrysler Canada Greenway, thanks to the opening of the WFCU Credit Union Community Entrance. On Thursday, June 2, dozens of trail enthusiasts gathered to celebrate its opening in time for International Trails Day, which is recognized annually on the first Saturday in June. Located on Union Avenue (County Rd. 34) in Kingsville, the WFCU Credit Union Community Entrance is the first point of welcome to the Town of Kingsville for walkers, joggers and cyclists travelling from the east along the Chrysler Canada Greenway. The WFCU Credit Union Community
Entrance features a resting area, bike repair station, parking and signage to promote this trail access point in Kingsville. “Giving back to the communities we serve is part of our mission as a credit union,” said Eddie Francis, President and CEO of WFCU Credit Union. “This entrance represents our continuous investment in Essex County and the importance of providing further opportunity and experiences for our members, their families, and the communities that welcome us.” The Chrysler Canada Greenway opened in the year 2000 and stretches nearly 50 kilometres from Leamington to Harrow, and then north to Tecumseh. It intersects
with the Cypher Systems Group Greenway which connects Amherstburg to the urban centre of Essex. With the addition of the Rotary (1918) Centennial Hub in 2017, the system now connects all municipalities in the Windsor-Essex region with safe, off-road trails. “Trails increase the value of nearby properties, boost spending at local businesses, and provide active transportation to cut fuel expenses something important to all of us these days,” said Mr. Claire Wales, President of the Essex Region Conservation Foundation. “Homebuyers rank walking and biking paths as one of the most important features in choosing where they want to live. The new WFCU
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Credit Union Community Entrance is an important amenity that enhances the trail system in our region, encourages healthy lifestyles, and provides an economic benefit to the Town of Kingsville, and the entire Windsor-Essex community.” “The addition of this new community entrance defines the very essence of community and what it takes to support the health and vitality of all
those who have chosen to call Kingsville, and more specifically, Ruthven, their home. Community partners, like today’s commitment from WFCU, understand this sense of community and we are thankful to them for helping create these places for life and quality of life with us,” added Kingsville Mayor Nelson Santos. “On behalf of the families who will access
the Greenway trails through the WFCU Credit Union Community Entrance for recreational enjoyment; members of the workforce who will use it for environmentallyfriendly and lower cost transportation; from the businesses who will benefit and from the community at large – we thank you,” said ERCA Chair Tania Jobin.
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Celebrate the abundance of Ontario agriculture this Local Food Week By Teresa Van Raay, Director-at-Large, Ontario Federation of Agriculture June 6th kicked-off of Local Food Week in Ontario. It’s an annual highlight for our industry and all the hardworking individuals that grow, nurture and harvest the food that nourishes Ontarians, the province and the world. This special week of recognition takes place from June 6-12 and is the opportune time to celebrate the abundance of fresh, healthy food that is grown, produced, and processed right here at home. It’s the perfect month to commemorate local food as the growing season gains momentum with early season favourites such as asparagus, field strawberries and rhubarb. The Ontario Federation of Agriculture (OFA) challenges everyone to take a moment this week to pause, reflect and celebrate how lucky we are to have easy, affordable access to high-quality foods. It’s important that we recognize the critical links in the supply chain that work tirelessly to ensure Ontarians have food on the table that is proudly grown, produced or raised in Ontario. From field-to-fork, more than 10% of Ontario’s labour force is employed in the agri-food sector in our province. Whether farmer or consumer; we can all partake in celebrating Local Food Week by sourcing, purchasing and preparing local meats, produce, grains, preserves, beverages and condiments. Visit a community farmers’ market to gather in-season goodies such as produce, flowers and herbs. Additionally, be sure to check out community butcher shops, local restaurants and bakeries.
Local food is more available and accessible than ever before. The 2021 Census of Agriculture shows marked increases in farms reporting direct to consumer sales across many categories, including farm gate sales, U-pick operations, farmers’ markets and Community Supported Agriculture. The census also captured a surging number of farms offering direct deliveries to consumers, a pandemic-driven trend that is expected to continue. Many municipalities prepare directories, maps, tours and ‘buy local’ campaigns to help consumers access local food direct from the farmer. Try a quick internet search to see what’s available in your area or check out Farm Fresh Ontario to find a local farm. My family farm business sells direct to consumer, and we are beyond thankful for the public’s interest in local food. Ontario farmers work around the clock to provide high-quality food and meeting our customers makes all our efforts worth it. Our on-farm store provides us with the opportunity to connect with our customers and I love to answer their questions on modern-day farming practices. We truly love what we do and we couldn’t do it without the support of our community. Thank you to everyone that has taken the initiative to know their community farmers and who continues to support them through sourcing local. Oftentimes, summer crops are featured as local and consumers are left wondering where to find local for the remainder of the year. Remember, local food is always in season and readily accessible. Local food extends beyond seasonal fruits and
vegetables. It also includes a diverse range of commodities from the dairy in your fridge to the meat on your barbeque. Ontario meat, eggs, grains and dairy are in season throughout the year. Agri-food workers also go to great lengths to process
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by Sylene Argent During the month of April, there were 27 Community Service calls put into the OPP from within the Town of Essex, which was the Top Call for Service for that month. Other Top Calls for Service included 26 for Alarms, 23 for motor vehicle collisions, 19 traffic complaints, 19 property-related, 18 for by-laws, 17 property checks, 15 emergency number misdials, 15 for traffic enforcement, and 1 domestic issue. In total, 355 calls were put into the OPP from within Essex during the month of April, which was comparable to the 386 put in during the same month in 2021 and 344 in 2020. Essex had the lowest number of total
calls put into the OPP in April, when comparing other locally OPP policed communities. Kingsville had 372, Tecumseh had 436, and Lakeshore had 708. In addition, the Provincial Unit received 214 calls. Looking at the four locally policed OPP communities, there was a 6.6 percent decrease in
Calls for Service, when comparing April 2022 to April 2021. Of the four locally policed OPP communities, Essex had the lowest number of violent crime calls in April, with six. Tecumseh had seven, Kingsville had nine, and Lakeshore had 15. Essex
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NIVEN, Eric Frederick - With sadness, his family announces that, on June 2nd, 2022, Eric’s long and heroic battle with cancer ended. Born May 7, 1943, in Windsor, Ontario to Frederick Niven (1950) and Goldina (Gagnon) (1992) (Francis Souilliere (1989). He is survived by his daughters Shelley (Richard Parkinson) and Andrea (Michael Pannunzio), grandfather to Jessica (Jeff Azar), Andrew Beaudoin (Chelsey), Morgan, Dante, and Marina Pannunzio. Loving brother to Roberta (Tom Carroll). He leaves behind his former wife, Sandy (Deslippe) Kennedy. Eric will be missed by his loving, longtime sweetheart Susie Gay and her family; Grant & Kelsey Gay (Xavier, Andrew, Jasper) and Lana Gay. He will be missed by his nephew, Alan Piper (Laura), Colleen White (1992), Todd (Ricki-Lynn), and great-nieces and nephews Livy, Kaylee, and Savannah, as well as his extended family and many acquaintances. Thank you to his sister, Roberta Carroll, and to his sweetheart, Susie Gay, for the unwavering love, support, and care they provided to Eric in his battle living with cancer. A special thank you to the professional care provided to him by his doctors and medical staff of Windsor Regional Hospital as well as the palliative care provided by the caring medical staff that helped to keep him comfortable at home. You are all special angels who made Eric’s transition to Heaven possible. Eric was a lifelong resident of Essex County (Malden Twsp.). Eric lived a full life that included a career with the Department of Highways, a proprietor of a pheasant and hunting preserve, farming, horse stables, and competitive Horse Cutting participant. He loved playing guitar and found joy in his music. His respect and love of the outdoors allowed him to experience extraordinary adventures of sports hunting and fishing with friends and fellow outdoorsmen (many who are awaiting his arrival in Heaven). Eric was a master storyteller, who loved to share his experiences with others. To anyone who crossed Eric’s life path, they know he truly had an original personality. Although he will be missed, the thread he wove into the fabric of the lives of those who knew and loved him, will ensure he is never forgotten. “Along the road of suffering you found a little lane that took you up to Heaven, and ended all your pain. You may be out of sight; we may be worlds apart, but you are always in our prayers and forever in our hearts.” As per Eric’s wishes, cremation has taken place. There will be no visitation. A Funeral Mass to celebrate Eric’s extraordinary life, will be held on Saturday, June 11, 2022 at 11 a.m., at St. John the Baptist Church, 225 Brock Street, Amherstburg. Arrangements entrusted to James Sutton Funeral Home, Amherstburg. Online condolences and memories can be shared at www.jhsuttonfuneral.ca. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Windsor Regional Cancer Centre Foundation. _______________________________________________
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PAHOWSKI, Barbara Ann (nee Spence) - passed away peacefully with family by her side on Monday, May 30, 2022 at Hudson Manor in Tilbury. Beloved wife of the late John (2000). Loving Mom of Dan O’Neill and wife Kristy. Proud Grandma of Dustin, Dylan, Devon and Abby. Predeceased by her parents, Jack and Louise Spence. Dearest sister of late Patricia Grona (Harry), Jackie Hendricks (Bob), Stuart Spence, Les Spence (Sharon). Barb will also be remembered and missed by her many nieces and nephews. Barb worked as a PSW, giving many years of service at Country Village HCC. She was a fabulous baker and cook. She was also a talented artist, gifting her many paintings and crafts to family and friends. Her sense of humour, her smile, and her love for family will always be treasured. Visitation was held at Reid Funeral Home, 87 Maidstone Ave. E., Essex (519-776-4233). Funeral Service celebrating Barb’s life was held from the funeral home on Saturday, June 4, 2022. If desired, memorial donations made to Essex Food Bank or charity of choice would be appreciated. Family and friends are invited to share their memories online at www.reidfuneralhome.ca
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ALEXANDER, Margaret Ileen (McLean) - Passed away peacefully on June 2, 2022, at 85 years of age. Loving wife of Bruce Alexander. Dear mother of Beverly Bunn (Mark) and David Alexander (Debbie). Treasured Grandma of Jason Alexander (Laura) and Jessica Szaefer (Barry). Great-grandma of Grady, Kinsley, Wrenley, Aubriana, and Ryeler. Predeceased by her parents, Mary and Mark McLean. Sister of Wilma McLean (late Murray), late Ila Bridgen (late Delmer), late Max McLean (late Marion), late George McLean, Winnis Mountain (late Ron). Also survived by many nieces and nephews. As per Margaret’s request, cremation has taken place. A private immediate family gathering will take place at a later date. Donations may be made to the Erie Shores Health Foundation (Erie Shores Hospice) in Leamington. Arrangements under the care of the Kennedy Funeral Home Ltd. (519-776-7378) 128 Talbot St. N, Essex. You may send your condolences online at www.kennedyfh.com
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If you are out on Tuesday mornings, stop in at the church at: 26 Talbot St. South, Essex, any time between 10a.m. Noon. SA Cafe will offer tea, coffee, and a snack, and a chance to relax. There is no program and no charge, so stop by! Major Jim Hann’s message on Sunday, June 12 will focus on ‘’Hope.’’ We invite you to join us for Family Worship at 10:30a.m. We have an elevator for those who need it. Our Food Bank operates on Wednesdays and Fridays from 9am-Noon. Please call the office at 519-776-4628. Donations of non perishable food are received on Tues., Wed., & Fri. 9a.m. to 2p.m. Please continue to pray for our sick and shut-ins - a phone call, card, or visit would brighten their day.
Trinity Anglican Church Please remember those who are ill or suffering, and also offer a special prayer for peace. Thank you to all who helped with the bake and craft sale last weekend. Orders are being taken for frozen pies. Please call the church at 519-839-5303 to place your order. Take a book, leave a book at our little library by the gazebo. A thank you to Rev.’d Tom Anderson and family for filling the shoes of Hilton and Sandy the past four weeks. This week Rev.’d Hilton Gomes returns. All are welcome to join us. Sunday services are at 9:30am.
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are available during service for ages 18 month - Grade 6, beginning at 10:30am. Youth meet Friday’s at 7:30pm (doors open at 7pm). Young Adults meet every other Saturday at 7:30pm. For more information about other meetings and service times, please go to: antiochcanada.ca
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Worship Service this Sunday, June 12 is at 10am with Phil Hernandez bringing the message. Next Sunday, Father’s Day, June 19, Mark Storey will be with us. The church picnic is on Sunday, June 26. Please remember in prayer those in our community with health needs, those in nursings homes, and the people of Ukraine.
Come join us for Sunday Service and Sunday School at 10:45 am. Servicea are available online on our website: woodsleepastoralcharge.ca. The Bulletins are also available on the site. Please say special prayers for our friends on our Prayer List. Also pray for our sisters & brothers, as they fight for their freedom in Ukraine. Come in for a cup of coffee or tea and get in on the conversation every Thursday at 10am. Everyone is welcomed. The Woodslee Friendship Club plays Euchre on Mondays at 1pm and Pepper on Wednesdays at 1pm at Woodslee United Church Hall. We welcome all players but we require proof of double vax. Join us for fun afternoon.
Bethel-Maidstone United We will hold a Yard Sale and Bake Sale in the church hall on Saturday, June 11, from 9am - 1pm (no early birds please). Mask wearing is appreciated. All are welcome to join us to hear Rev. Paul’s message at 10am, Sunday morning. Our building is wheelchair accessible. The office will close May 30 - June 19. Regular day hours resume June 20. Contact info is on the answering machine. There is no Sunday School offered at this time. The Children’s Drop-In Centre also continues to be paused at this time until further notice. The secretary can be reached Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9am - 1pm. Our number is (519) 723-2284 and our email is bethelmaidstone@gmail.com. We are located at 933 Talbot Road, Maidstone. You can find us on the web at www.bethelmaidstone.com
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Homecoming Sunday at St. Stephen’s this Sunday, June 12th at 10a.m. The guest speaker will be Elaine Healey Burnside, daughter of the late Rev. Ed Healey. Following the service, there will be prayers in the cemetery and then a light lunch. There is no service at Redeemer. All are welcome. Redeemer’s Yard Sale and BBQ is this Friday and Saturday, June 10th and 11th, from 8a.m-3p.m. each day.
Essex Baptist Church Our congregation is open and welcomes you to join us for Sunday worship at 10:30 am. Recorded messages are on our website at: www.essexbaptist.com We contiue to pray for God’s blessing on all of Essex County. Let us know how we can, more specifically, pray for you. (email: pastor@essexbaptist.com). 71 Maidstone Ave East.
Essex United Church Join us for worship on Sunday, June 12th at 10:30am. It is Trinity Sunday. Everyone is welcome. Keep up-to-date here: www.essexunitedchurch.ca. and social media pages. The Essex Food Bank is open - Tuesdays and Thursdays, 8:30am – 11:45pm. The phone number is: 519-776-4070.
Essex Retirees’ Club News Monday afternoon’s Pepper games had Judie Teschke with high score, Low was Deb Vivier, and a tie for most Peppers was with Kevin Edwards and Terry Durance. At Wednesday Night’s Peper games, winners were Tom Dewhurst with high score, Cathy Dewhurst with low score, and Terry Durance with the most Peppers.
St. Paul’s Anglican Church submitted by Sandra Lypps
All are welcome to join us for our weekly Sunday Service, at 11am. The next vendor’s market is on Saturday, June 11, 10-2. June signals the beginning of the CanadaHelps Great Canadian Giving Challenge. Every donation made to an organisation through CanadaHelps adds to that organisation’s chance to win $20,000. To find more info and the link to donate, see our social media page. For more information about what is happening at St. Paul’s, visit online: www. stpaulstrinity.org, or social media. Call the office at 519776-7111 (Messages are checked regularly).
Antioch Christian Ministries Submitted by Karen Chaulk
Antioch Church, located at 455 County Rd. 34 W. Essex, invites you to join them for their Sunday Services at 10am - Children’s Ministry Classes
What’s Going On... JUNE 9 12 LASALLE STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL at the Vollmer Recreation Complex. Info at: lasalle.ca/en/things-to-do/strawberry-festival.aspx JUNE 10 11 YARD SALE & BBQ at Church of the Redeemer (corner of Paquette corners. 8am - 3pm. JUNE 10, 11,12 LEAMINGTON FAIR - All Inclusive ride passes, Wrestling, Demo Derby, Live Entertainment, & more. At 94 Erie St. N., Leamington. For info: ldasfair.weebly.com JUNE 11 COLCHESTER WALLEYE DERBY at Colchester Harbour from 6am - 3:30pm. Kid’s Derby from 9am - 11am. For costs and all info: colchesterwalleyederby.com JUNE 12 31ST ANNUAL MCGREGOR MUSIC FESTIVAL at Co-An Park, 11071 Conc. 11 - Gates at 10am. Proceeds to the WE Cancer Centre Foundation. JUNE 12 CTMHV FUN ON WHEELS Car show & auto flea market. Registration from 8am - 1pm. Starts at 10am for the public. at 6155 Arner Twln. RR#2. Info: CTMHV.COM JUNE 12 ESSEX COMMUNITY CONCERT BAND “SOUNDS OF SUMMER” at Essex Heritage Gardens at 2pm. Donations accepted. Please bring lawn chair. JUNE 17 MILL ST. MARKET In Leamington. From 5-10pm. Many Vendors. For info: www.leamingtonartscentre.com JUNE 21 AMHERSTBURG BLOOD DONOR CLINIC - at Knights of Columbus Hall, 190 Richmond St., Amherstburg . Visit online for times: blood.ca JUNE 25 KINGSVILLE HIGHLAND GAMES At Lakeside Park, Kingsville with gates opening 8:30am. Tickets and information available at: kingsville.ca/highlandgames. JUNE 25 ESSEX RETIREES’TAKE OUT SPAGHETTI DINNER Pick up at Essex Retirees’ between 5 - 6pm. Call: 519-776 -6689 for more info. JUNE 26 CTMHV TEA PARTY - Traditional afternoon tea and fashion show. 6155 Arner Twln. Kingsville. For info: CTMHV.com & tickets on eventbrite.ca HIATUS HOUSE: offers counselling services in Essex County. Women’s Fresh Start group therapy is once a week. For info or to schedule an intake appointment, call the 24-hour Hiatus House helpline at 519-252-7781. WINDSOR AND DISTRICT OSTOMY SUPPORT GROUP meeting on April 24, May 29, & June 26 at 1p.m. at Cottam United Church, 137 Talbot Rd. W. Cottam. Our support group is for those who have had or will have ostomy surgery. Family members and/ or friends welcomed.
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Community Service top call to Essex OPP in April... also had the lowest property crime incidents, with 15. This was far lower than Lakeshore, which had 39, Tecumseh, which had 27, and Kingsville, which had 21. The Provincial Unit also had two such incidents. Essex had 23 motor vehicle collisions, which was lower than the 26 that occurred in Kingsville, 35 in Tecumseh, and 36 in Lakeshore. There were also 31 such calls put into the Provincial Unit. This accounts for a 41.1 percent increase in Motor Vehicle Collisions when comparing April 2022 to April 2021 when considering all local OPP policed communities. There were two impaired and exceed offences in April in Essex, while there were four in Tecumseh, two in Lakeshore, two through the Provincial Unit, and one in Kingsville, accounting for a ten percent increase in
impaired/over 80 offences in April 2022 compared to April 2021. Of the 13 drivers’ license suspensions in April, two were in Essex, three were through the Provincial Unit, two were in Lakeshore, one was in Kingsville, and five were in Tecumseh. There were 29 criminal code charges in Essex in April, while there were 19 put in through the Provincial Unit, 17 in Kingsville, 25 in Tecumseh, and 48 in Lakeshore, accounting for a 70.4 percent increase in Criminal Code charges when comparing April 2022 to April 2021. Four drug offences were put in through locally policed OPP communities, but through the Provincial Unit. In April, there were nine Provincial Offences in
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Essex begins work on updating Official Plan with special meeting 1927 Star bought on Father’s Day A 1927 Star coach built in Leaside, near Toronto, by Durant Motors is now owned by Ralph and Koba Skinner of Cobourg, Ontario. They were married in 1961. Now fast forward to 2009, when they were driving to a car show in Peterborough. On the way, they saw a 1927 Star coach 1927 Star coach with “STAR1927” license plates. on someone’s front lawn with a For Sale sign. They stopped and looked it over. Their son, Brian, was with them and said: “Dad, if you don’t buy this car, you’re crazy.” It was the Father’s Day weekend in June 2009. Ralph and Koba bought the car. He drives it and she is happy being his passenger. The car needed work. The rad was leaking and the valves were bad. Also, the head on the four-cylinder engine was cracked. Ralph bought a complete Star engine from a man in Lakefield and rebuilt it. His career in rebuilding refrigerator compressors trained him well for the rebuild of the engine, which now sits in the car. The upholstery is in good condition and new tires were already on the car when they bought it. The wheels have wooden spokes and a Motometer sits on top of the radiator. The transmission is 3-speed on the floor. contact@essexfreepress.com They drive the car to all shows in their issuu.com/essexfreepress area and never haul it on a trailer. And Koba dresses in period costume! I’m always looking for stories. Email billtsherk@sympatico.ca
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by Sylene Argent On Monday evening, Essex Council met to begin the process of creating the Town’s new Official Plan (OP). This document will set the tone on how to use the land in the Town of Essex over the next 25-years. Through the document, policies are set for growth and development. “An Official Plan ensures new development and growth considers a broad-range of interests and perspective, and that land-use planning decisions reflect provincial, county, and municipal values,” Lori Chadwick, Director of Planning Services for the Town of Essex, said. In addition to Town staff in the Planning Department, consultants, Marisa Williams and Will Lamond for WSP Canada, will lead the project. In addition, Essex’s new OP must also conform to the County of Essex’s Official Plan. The County is also undertaking an Official Plan Review, which is expected to be completed in late 2023, Williams said. The Town project team is working with County staff to ensure alignment of the two projects. Williams noted the County of Essex is also currently undergoing a review, focusing on population, employment, household forecasts. WSP Canada, she added, will review that work when it is completed to ensure the allocations make sense for the Town of Essex. She added there is also a requirement through the County of Essex to identify what kind of land needs assessment is necessary for each of the seven local municipalities. “What that means is whether the amount of forecasted allocations of
population and employment can be accommodated within the municipality’s current boundaries, or whether it requires additional lands to be added onto individual municipalities, depending on what those numbers are for the forecasts,” Williams said, noting that document is expected to be completed next spring. Once that has been completed, WSP will review that material and identify potential ways of allocating that growth within the Town of Essex. The new OP will also take Towndriven initiatives that have come into effect since the last OP was adopted into consideration when developing the new OP, such as the 2019 - 2022 Strategic Plan; the Climate Change Adaptation Plan; the Agritourism Development Strategy; the Parks, Recreation, and Culture Master Plan; the Development Standards, Streetscape Plans, and Urban Design Guidelines; and the most recently adopted Short-term Rental policy. The new OP will concentrate on several areas of focus, including growth management; water source protection; parks and open space; residential intensification and affordable housing; cultural, architectural, and archeological heritage; agriculture and specialty crops; energy conservation & climate change; natural heritage; and implementation and interpretation. As part of the growth management component of the study, population, household, employment forecasts; feedback on growth allocations for Town of Essex; land needs assessment for local municipalities; and allocation of growth within Town of Essex will be reviewed.
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McDermott excited to begin as new Head Coach for the 73’s
by Garrett Fodor photo submitted to EFP Entering its 50th season, a new Head Coach will lead the Essex 73’s Junior “C” Hockey Organization from behind the bench. Following the 73’s elimination in the Stobbs Division finals, at the hands of the eventual Schmalz Cup champions, the Lakeshore Canadiens, it was announced the club would look for a new Head Coach. The club had noted Danny Anger had resigned from his role as Head Coach, but would still remain with the organization in another
capacity. The search eventually led to someone familiar with the team and the organization, Jamie McDermott, with the former Assistant Coach earning the promotion to Head Coach. “As a former player and Coach, I am extremely proud to be the Head Coach as we celebrate our 50th anniversary,” McDermott said. “My father was the Coach and the General Manager at one point, and my uncle was also the General Manager at another. Growing up in town, the 73’s games – that was our
NHL, everyone going to the rink to watch the games and as a kid, idolizing them, hoping to one day wear the jersey, too. I’m extremely fortunate to get to experience that now from all angles.” Carrying an extensive hockey resume, McDermott returned to the sport after a pair of heart surgeries and more than six-years away from the sport. Serving as an Assistant Coach on Anger’s staff, McDermott noted he was fortunate to have an opportunity to pick things up again and connect with so many of the players last year, while also learning from Anger. “I spent a number of years coaching under Tony Piroski in Leamington and in Essex, but after a few years away from the game, coming back last season, I was fortunate to have an opportunity to see Danny’s style. He is a great coach and is going to do great things down the road,” recounted McDermott. “The game has changed a lot; it has gotten a lot quicker. The kids are bigger, faster, and stronger. I’m hoping to take the experiences from this past year along with my past experiences into next season, and hopefully we are able to do something special in our 50th anniversary.” McDermott describes himself as a more defensive coach. Noting that “defense wins championships,” he hopes to bring a defensive first, hard-nosed style of hockey to Essex. With the team currently in offseason mode, McDermott
does not see any other major changes ahead of training camp in August. He envisions the same staff returning once again. On the ice, the team featured nine rookies last season, so there is the potential to retain a lot of the team. “It’s a dream come true,” McDermott said. “As long as my family allows me to and my health this is where I’d like to be. In my opinion, this is the best junior organization in Ontario, bar-none. Everyone gets treated like they are an NHL player, coach and fans, whatever it is.” Looking ahead, McDermott said he is excited to hit the ice and
begin the 50th season. He is looking forward to making his imprint on the team and helping the players achieve their individual and team goals. “If you want to be a part of the 73’s organization, you have to win, so that is our goal,” McDermott described. “I want to continue to develop on the
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I Thursday, May 26, 2022
Secondary school students with out-of-date immunization records to be suspended in September submitted to EFP The Immunization of School Pupils Act (ISPA) R.S.O.1990 requires all students in Ontario to be up to date on immunizations. Public health units are to maintain and review vaccine records for every student attending school in their region and those not up-to-date can be suspended from school for up to 20 days. As part of the continued work to prevent the spread of vaccine preventable diseases, the Windsor-Essex County Health Unit (WECHU) completed a review of all secondary student immunization records. At this time, there are 13,710 secondary students with records considered to be incomplete. These students are either overdue for one or more vaccines or they have not submitted their updated records to the Health Unit. Notices were mailed to affected students this week specifying which required vaccine(s) are missing from the student’s record and providing information on how to update immunization information with the Health Unit. Options for students and their families include: 1. Submitting updated immunization records to the WECHU: • Secure Online Reporting: https://immune.wechu. org • Phone: 519-960-0231 or 1-800-265-5822 extension 1222 (toll-free)
• Fax: 519-258-7288 2. Contacting their health care provider to obtain information and any missing vaccinations. 3. Booking an appointment at a WECHU Immunization Clinic: The WECHU is hosting daily clinics in the community and at the Health Unit offices by appointment only. Public health nurses will be available to update the student’s immunization record and/or administer vaccines for Hepatitis B, HPV, and Meningococcal disease if needed. An appointment can
Three EDHS athletes lace up for OFSAA
great for the local athletes, Hahn said. Those on the EDHS track and field team have been able to compete locally, at WECSSAA and at regionals, where the three local athletes qualified for OFSAA. That has not happened since June 2019, due to the pandemic, he said. “It’s been awesome,” Hahn said of this year’s track and field season.
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be booked online at www.wechu.org/getimmunized or by calling 519-258-2146 Ext. 4500. Students with incomplete immunization records at the start of the 2022/2023 school year (September) will receive a suspension notice, suspending them from school for up to 20 days. For more information on vaccines and school vaccine requirements, visit wechu.org/your-health/immunization/ school-immunization-clinics.
It’s BALL Season!
by Sylene Argent Photos submitted to EFP Beginning last Thursday, three Essex District High School (EDHS) athletes joined hundreds of top competitors from across the province to compete at the OFSAA track and field meet, held in Toronto. EDHS track and field coach, Andy Hahn, said the three local athletes competed well. Grade nine student Emma Colenutt placed ninth in the novice girls’ 100m, grade nine student Julia Jobin placed 14th in the novice girls’ 300m hurdles, and Kyra McKibbon placed 15th in the senior girls’ 400m hurdles. Getting to participate in a full season of track was
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