Andy Coghill

The Council meeting involved discussions on several key items, including an integrity commissioner investigation report regarding a pickleball vote, where it was determined that no conflict of interest occurred. The Council also reviewed the operational management of the LaSalle Boat Ramp, resolving to maintain the existing parking system, and considered amendments to the Administrative Penalty System By-law to include new regulations regarding off-road vehicles and parks. Additionally, Council addressed correspondence regarding various regional municipal matters and reviewed reports on closed meeting complaints.

The committee reviewed reports regarding the 2025 and 2026 LaSalle Strawberry Festival and the Last Call Before Fall Event 2026. Additionally, the committee received the 2025 annual report covering joint programs and events between Culture and Recreation and Public Works, as well as an update on upcoming spring activities.

The committee discussed the LaSalle Water Distribution System Summary Report for 2025, which covered treatment equipment, operational checks, microbiological sampling, and watermain break data. Additionally, the committee reviewed updates to the Water and Wastewater Billing and Collection Policy, focusing on meter maintenance procedures, property owner notification protocols, and the application of surcharges for unaddressed meter maintenance.

The council discussed and addressed several key matters, including a resolution calling on the provincial government to enact 'Finlay's Law' regarding pediatric emergency care standards. The council approved the 2026-2035 Development Charges Background report and directed administration to phase in charges over two years. A construction contract for new pickleball courts was awarded to Front Construction Industries Inc. Additionally, the council requested a report on municipal event security services and reviewed committee reports from the library board and county council. A zoning amendment by-law and a confirmatory by-law were also passed.

This document, the 2025 Year End Accessibility Status Report, details the progress made in 2025 towards the goals of The Corporation of the Town of LaSalle's 2023-2027 Multi-Year Accessibility Plan. Key advancements include initiatives by the Accessibility Advisory Committee, enhanced accessible employment practices within Human Resources, improvements in accessible information and communication, the creation of accessible public spaces, and strengthened customer service through inclusive programming and support. The report reinforces the Town's commitment to continuous improvement and inclusive service delivery.