May Report
- pproderick9
- Jun 19
- 6 min read
May 4th Odessa Town Hall
May 8th Local Food Working Group
May 8th CRCA Monthly Road Map Meeting
May 10th Family Fishing Day
May 13th Council and Committee of the Whole Meeting
May 14th TuNesday in the Park
May 20th Amherst Island Town Hall
May 21st Lennox & Addington County Council
May 22nd Wilton Town Hall
May 26th Amherstview Town Hall
May 27th Council and Committee of the Whole Meeting
May 28th CRCA Full Authority Board Meeting
As listed above I attended 4 of the 5 town halls this session and heard residents concerns, I ws unable to attend the 5th town hall as I was chairing a meeting of the Conservation Authority. Thanks to all who attended and contributed their concerns to staff and council.
May 8th Local Food Working Group
I virtually attended this meeting and the following items were discussed in the committee
Local Food Initiatives: Updates on current projects aimed at promoting local agriculture and food systems.
Community Engagement: Strategies for increasing community participation in local food programs.
Partnership Opportunities: Discussion on potential collaborations with local businesses and organizations.
Funding and Resources: Review of available grants and resources to support local food initiatives.
The group emphasized the importance of increasing awareness about the benefits of local food.
Several members shared success stories from recent local food events and markets.
Ideas for new workshops and educational programs were proposed to engage the community.
Develop a marketing plan to promote local food events.
May 8th CRCA Monthly Road Map Meeting
In my role as chair I meet once a month with the general manager to discuss items of information that may be upcoming in authority meetings and events. I also meet with staff to review monthly financials as well as receive updates on ministry policy.
May 10th Family Fishing Day
The Family Fishing Day in Loyalist Township was an engaging community event designed to promote fishing as a family-friendly activity. This event included various activities and programs aimed at encouraging families to spend time outdoors and enjoy the local waterways. I attended and as i the past managed to go home with no catches registered.
May 13th Council and Committee of the Whole Meeting
Council made the following decisions:
• Council met in closed to consider nominations to the 2025 Civic Awards.
• Enacted a by-law to redivide the existing Township Wards from three to five. Through the same by-law, Council confirmed that Council will be comprised of seven members, including the mayor (elected at-large), deputy mayor (elected at-large), and five councillors elected by ward (one from each of the five wards). The changes will be effective in planning the 2026 Municipal Election. There is a legislated 45-day appeal period.
• Declared 5555 Front Road, Amherst Island, 231 Amherst Drive, Amherstview, Part 3 of 29R7212 on Church Street, Bath and 102 Main Street, Odessa a surplus; and directed staff to offer County of Lennox and Addington parcels that could be used for the purpose of affordable housing projects including 231 Amherst Drive, 363 Amherst Drive (north portion), and the property on Church Street (Part 3 of 29R-7212).
• Passed a by-law establish and assume a one foot reserve described as Block 12 on Plan 29M72.
• Directed the Mayor and Chief Administrative Officer to enter into the Cost Sharing Agreement for the reconstruction of Pruyn Cres and Sir John Johnson Dr.
• Proclaimed June 1st to 30th as Stroke and Aphasia Awareness Month.
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole considered design options for the reconstruction of Odessa Main Street and a petition requesting that no multi-use pathway be constructed on the north or south side of Odessa Main Street. The Committee directed staff to reinstate the existing cross-section and explore alternatives to connectivity routes as outlined in the report.
Consent Agenda
• SR- 2935 - Invasive Phragmites 2024 Monitoring Results in Loyalist Township
• SR- 2928 - Building Activity Report - March 2025
• April 22, 2025 Council and Committee of the Whole Meeting Minutes
• April 29, 2025 Special Committee of the Whole Meeting Minutes
• Minutes of the East Lennox and Addington OPP Detachment Board
• April 17, 2025 Heritage Committee Minutes
You can view the highlights from the Council and Committee of the Whole meeting and view the full Council Meeting Agenda Package at https://loyalist.civicweb.net/document/212259/
May 14th TuNesday in the Park
The Nostalgic Sound Big Band played this past month blending small combos with big Jazz and Swing bands. Featuring saxophones, trumpets, trombone, rhythm section, and a female vocalist, they've expanded to include guitar and a third trumpet. Their repertoire spans Swing, Jazz, Funk, Rock, Latin, and Soul, ensuring danceable tunes for all.
The next event will take place at Loyalist Park from 6:30pm to 8:00pm with music by the HYDEAWAYS. The HYDEAWAYS are a talented and energetic trio based in Kingston, Ontario, specializing in acoustic rock, singer-songwriter, folk, country, and original music.
Bring your friends and family!
Pack a picnic blanket or chair
Check the weather and dress accordingly
Please bring a donation for the food bank for the main sponsors The Lions Club
We look forward to seeing you there for an evening of fun and community spirit!
May 21st Lennox & Addington County Council
I attended the monthly meeting of the County which was held in Loyalist this past month on Amherst Island
Two presentations were given which are worth looking at on the County website
The Chief of Emergency Services and the Deputy Chief, Community Programs and Professional Development, gave an overview of Community Paramedicine Activities taking place on Amherst Island and throughout the county
The Director of Community and Development Services gave a presentation about ongoing Tourism efforts being under taken by the County including the media campaign Naturally L & A
other items on the agenda included
Review of the current budget and financial position of the county.
Discussion on funding allocations for upcoming projects.
Updates on ongoing infrastructure projects, including road repairs and upgrades.
Approval of new infrastructure initiatives aimed at improving community services
Lennox & County Council agendas and minutes can be found at https://lennoxandaddington.civicweb.net
May 27th Council and Committee of the Whole Meeting
Council made the following decisions:
Approved the unused funds from 2024 Community Grant Program to be rolled into 2025. Henceforth, unused funds from each year would be rolled over into the following year.
Proclaimed June 2025 Recreation and Parks Month throughout the Township
Appointed Kevin Hawley, P.Eng, from Greer Galloway Group as the Township's Drainage Superintendent
Consent Agenda
The following items were received/approved by one vote in accordance with the recommendations contained in each item:
Status of Water and Sewage Uncommitted Reserve Capacity
Building Activity Report - April 2025
Drinking Water Systems 2024 Annual QMS Report
Violet Waste Disposal Site - 2024 Annual Development & Operations Report
Amherst Island Waste Disposal Site - 2024 Annual Development & Operations Report
Annual Stormwater Management System Performance Report – 2024
Loyalist Township Emergency Services 2024 Annual Report
Confirmation of the minutes of the May 13, 2025 meeting of Council and Committee of the Whole
By-law to appoint Christopher Beeg as a Building Official for enforcing the Building Code Act within Loyalist Township
You can view the highlights from the Council and Committee of the Whole meeting and view the full Council Meeting Agenda Package at https://loyalist.civicweb.net/document/212668/
May 28th CRCA Full Authority Board Meeting
The following reports were received and approved by the board.
General Manager’s Monthly Progress Report – May 2025 (report IR-045-25)
Collins / Glenvale Creek Flood Hazard Mapping Project - Tender Results (report IR-046-25)
Former Administration Building Update (report IR-047-25)
Capital Project - PR00338 Equipment Truck Mount Plow Attachment – Update (report IR-048-25)
A few highlights below, click for a larger image
Want to share an idea or opinion with Council? Share your ideas or opinions with Loyalist Township Council by emailing clerk@loyalist.ca The official record of Council is contained in the Council minutes, available on the CivicWeb Portal. Please refer any further questions to the Clerk’s Division clerk@loyalist.ca
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Lennox & County Council agendas and minutes can be found at https://lennoxandaddington.civicweb.net
Our county representatives are Mayor Hedagorn and Deputy Mayor Townend who can be contacted for County issues.
CamSafe
Registering your camera with CamSafe allows the OPP to locate cameras that may be of assistance in addressing a crime instead of going door to door in a neighbourhood looking for info. This is a totally volunteer program which is available to all residents and no cost and can be withdrawn from at anytime. For further information go to https://www.loyalist.ca/en/news/camsafe-program-launches-in-loyalist-township.aspx or https://camsafe.ca/
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On air with CJAI 101.3 Amherst Island Radio in the 8:00am-10:00am time slot on Tuesday Morning from the Bath Studio. Spinning some tunes interspersed with some local talk. If you know of any potential guests in the area who may wish to join me drop me a line! On the internet at cjai.ca
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