Leamington

The Municipality of Leamington's 2026 Election Accessibility Plan is designed to identify and eliminate barriers, ensuring full participation for all electors, candidates, election officials, and volunteers in the municipal election. Key focus areas include accessible election communications, physically accessible voting locations, inclusive voting methods, comprehensive accessibility training for election officials, and assistance for candidates. The plan aims to achieve compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA), ensure independent voting for persons with disabilities, and provide full and equal access to all election-related information and processes.

The agenda for the Council meeting includes calls to order, disclosures of pecuniary interest, land acknowledgment, and playing of the National Anthem. Key discussion items involve the approval of several previous meeting minutes from December 2024 and January 2026. A Public Meeting is scheduled to address Zoning By-law Amendment Applications ZBA 357 and ZBA 362. Reports of Staff cover the 2024 Audited Financial Statements, 2024 Year End Variance Analysis, Municipal Office Building Automation System Upgrades, Amendments to Sewer Connection and Sewer Use By-laws, and various IT infrastructure refreshes. Consent Reports address firefighting foam and departmental fleet purchases. Consideration will be given to a Council Information Package and the third reading of By-law 94-25 regarding Cost Sharing for Bridges. Additionally, the agenda lists matters concerning new notices of motion, non-debatable comments, and adjournment procedures, including a motion to meet in closed session on a future date.

This Official Plan serves as a comprehensive guide for the future development of the Municipality of Leamington, aiming to enhance the overall quality of life for its residents. Key objectives include designating lands for compatible development, ensuring efficient public services, and managing growth within financial capabilities. The plan prioritizes the preservation of prime agricultural land, protection of natural heritage features, and responsible management of mineral and petroleum resources. It also focuses on improving public amenities, fostering residential intensification, promoting active transportation, and supporting sustainable infrastructure, with a planning horizon extending to 2021.

The Mayor decided not to veto several by-laws passed at the May 27, 2025, Council meeting. These included by-laws amending the Comprehensive Zoning By-law No. 890-09 for various subject lands and a by-law to adopt Official Plan Amendment No. 31 for all lands in the Municipality of Leamington. Additionally, a by-law to close a portion of the alley between 88 and 92 Marlborough Street East on Plan 1464 and a by-law to confirm the proceedings of the Council meeting held on May 27, 2025, were also included.

The special council meeting is dedicated to the 2026 budget agenda. Key discussion areas include an overview of the 2026 budget, covering reserves, capital summary, and operating overview. Specific budget reviews will be conducted for the Business Improvement Area and various municipal departments, including the Office of the Chief Administrative Officer, Financial Services, Technology & Funding Strategies, Strategic Initiatives and Municipal Design, Legal and Legislative Services, Community Services, and Infrastructure Services. The agenda also includes potential council amendments, closing remarks, and the reading of by-laws to confirm the meeting's proceedings.