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The Town of Kingsville is dedicated to making Kingsville a progressive and prosperous place. In fact, a key strategic priority for Kingsville Council is to "promote the betterment, self-image and attitude of the community through improved communications with residents, business owners and visitors".
We welcome you to the Town’s “Have your say” webpage.
This page will be used to improve public engagement and the way you interact with local decision-makers by allowing, you to directly provide input, ideas and feedback on various matters based on where you live, work and play.
| Storefront Cannabis Operations - Community Survey |
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The Town of Kingsville is asking for your input regarding Storefront Cannabis operations.
On October 17, 2018 Cannabis was legalized in Canada by the Federal Government. As of October 17, 2018 consumers 19 years of age or older became legally able to purchase recreational cannabis but through an online retail platform only, one operated by the Ontario Cannabis store. Next Step
On April 1, 2019 Ontario will allow licensed private sector retailers to sell recreational cannabis from store fronts in communities across the Province. Municipalities are faced with an all or nothing decision to regulating retail cannabis stores: 1. Municipalities can opt out of allowing retail storefront sales entirely OR 2. Municipalities can allow retail storefront sales These are the two options available to Municipalities: Opt Out: Town Council must pass a resolution and provide it to the province by January 22, 2019 to opt out. The Town can subsequently opt in at any time, but will be unable to opt out in the future. If the Town opts out, the province will not issue any retail store authorizations for locations in Kingsville and there will be no legal storefronts located within The Town of Kingsville limits. Individuals can purchase recreational cannabis online from the Ontario Cannabis Store or from a cannabis retail store in a municipality that has not opted out. If the Town opts out, we will still receive a first payment from the Ontario Cannabis Legalization Implementation Fund but the second payment will be limited to $5,000 and there will be no opportunity to share in the federal excise duty. The province is setting aside $10 million from the Fund for “unforeseen circumstances” and priority will be given to municipalities that did not opt out as of January 22, 2019. Opt In: If the Town doesn't opt out the Town is automatically deemed to have opted in and cannot opt out in the future. The province controls the licensing and operation of the private cannabis retail stores. The province requires a cannabis retail store to be a minimum distance of 150 metres from a school. The Town is not permitted to impose any additional restrictions specific to cannabis retail stores through its zoning by-law (i.e. distance separation from: other cannabis retail stores, addiction treatment facilities, parks, sports fields, community centres, long-term care homes, etc.). The Town is not permitted to limit the number of cannabis retail stores in the boundary of the Town of Kingsville. The Town is not permitted to create business licensing regulations specific to cannabis retail stores. The AGCO will require applicants to post a placard at a proposed store location for 15 calendar days. The AGCO will also post a notice on its website. During the 15 day notice period the Town and its residents may provide written submissions to the AGCO through its website. The submissions can only relate to 3 public interest factors: (1) protection of public health and safety; (2) protection of youth and the restriction of their access to cannabis; and (3) prevention of illicit activities in relation to cannabis. By opting in, the Town will receive the first payment under the Fund but will also receive a second payment that is based on a per household basis and priority access to the “unforeseen circumstances” funding. If the province’s portion of the federal excise duty on recreational cannabis over the first two years of legalization exceeds $100 million, the province will provide 50% of the surplus only to those municipalities that have not opted out as of January 22, 2019. |
| Lions Park Project |
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The Town of Kingsville is currently reviewing a final concept plan pertaining to the rejuvenation of Lions Park. Basketball, a multi-use court, walking trails, washroom facilities and outdoor play equipment are some of the amenities currently proposed in this final plan. Pickleball, although initially considered for this property, is now being proposed for construction on the arena grounds. The public is invited to an Open House to review and comment on this final concept plan:
Thursday, May 31st, 2018
Town staff and landscape architects will be present to answer questions pertaining to the purposed works. We encourage you to attend this Open House and look forward to your feedback with respect to this new development. In the event you are not able to attend the Open House, the concept plans (and feedback form) can be viewed by clicking on the links below: |
| Mayor's Roundtable - Affordable Housing Strategy |
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The Town of Kingsville is in the process of creating an Affordable Housing Strategy and is requesting input as well as feedback on the implementation plan and future strategic actions, which will guide decision-making on affordable housing over the next 10 years. The public may provide feedback through a public open house on February 6, 2018 at 7:00pm at the Kingsville Arena. “Providing the right mix of housing for a diverse population is a priority to Town Council in the Municipality of Kingsville,” said Mayor Nelson Santos. “This strategy will help guide the Town’s actions for the next 10 years as we continue to address housing affordability concerns in our region and to ensure that Kingsville remains a progressive and prosperous place for our residents by offering a variety of housing opportunities.” This public presentation represents the initial steps of developing this strategy. It is the intent of this meeting to help provide a greater understanding of housing affordability throughout Essex County and to help identify key trends, housing gaps and priority groups in need within Kingsville. This information will be used when creating the Town’s existing affordable housing policies, and help shape a set of policy recommendations in consultation with key stakeholders in an effort to help address housing inventory, waiting lists, and access to affordable home ownership or rental opportunities. The public and stakeholders are encouraged to attend the meeting to learn more about the development of an Affordable Housing Strategy and to provide feedback on the implementation plan and future actions:
Workshop: Tuesday, February 6, 2018 at 7:00pm 2nd Floor - Kingsville Arena 1741 Jasperson Dr., Kingsville ON This will be a free event however registration is required.
Registration can be found at Eventbrite |
| Town of Kingsville Affordable Housing Strategy Development |
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The Town has completed a draft of the proposed Affordable Housing Strategy based on public comment and review of a number of other existing strategies in the Province. The document is attached for review. Any comments should be forwarded to the Manager of Planning Services rbrown@kingsville.ca by November 5, 2018. Affordable Housing Presentation Comments from the Public Meeting AFFORDABLE HOUSING STRATEGY DRAFT FOR REVIEW
The following links may also be helpful to you through this process |
| Kingsville 5-Year Official Plan Review |
5 Year Official Plan ReviewThe Town is undertaking a 5-Year Review of its Official Plan, and has retained WSP Canada Group Limited to assist in the Review. Your input is important to assist in identifying the issues and matters that should be addressed in the Town’s Official Plan to direct and manage future growth and development in the Town. What is an Official Plan?The Official Plan is a statement of goals, objectives and policies intended to guide future land use, physical development, and growth within the Town of Kingsville. The policies of the Plan are designed to promote the public interest in the future development of the Town, reduce uncertainty relating to future development, and to provide a basis for the Zoning By-law and other land use controls. Ontario’s Planning Act requires municipalities to conduct an Official Plan Review every five years. The Town’s current Official Plan was approved in February 2012. Based on the requirements of the Planning Act, it is now time to update the Official Plan to ensure that the polices of the Plan are consistent with the latest Provincial policies, the County of Essex Official Plan, and other various planning studies and strategies that have been completed by the Town since the current Official Plan was approved. The focus of this scoped Official Plan Review is intended to primarily address matters of Provincial and County policy conformity. One of the key parts of the Official Plan review process is public input. We encourage residents, business owners, developers, community groups and others to take an active role. While it is certainly not a stimulating read the Official Plan outlines the basis plan
Kingsville Official Plan 2012Official Plan Map SchedulesProvincial Policy Statement 2014Additional Information is available under the Planning Resources Tab of Planning and Zoning Click Here |
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Kingsville Official Plan - Open House Notice |
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Next Open House: The draft amendments for the Official Plan are being completed based on comment to-date. An additional open house will be scheduled so check back regularly and keep an eye on the Town's Facebook page.
Comment and questions are always welcome, please contact:
Robert Brown, H. Ba, MCIP, RPP Manager of Planning Services Planning & Development Services Department The Corporation of the Town of Kingsville 2021 Division Road North Kingsville, Ontario N9Y 2Y9 Phone: (519) 733-2305 Ext # 250
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| Cottam Revitalization Plan |
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The Cottam Revitalization Committee Public Open House was held May 8, 2018 from 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. at the Cottam United Church located at 137 County Rd 34. With over 60 residents attending it was a great success. The Committee would like to take this moment to thank everyone who attended and provided their unique insight into the plan.
If you were unable to make the event please find the presentation and slides that were shown.
An online survey is also available to provide input.
The survey will be kept open until Sunday May 27th, 2018.
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Mayor's Round Table - "Tourism" |
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We're in the process of creating a tourism strategy and we're looking for input on several key issues that will help guide long-term planning in the sector. Join us at our Mayor's Round Table on Thursday, September 6, 2018 to HAVE YOUR SAY. Discussion points include strategic planning / research, seasonality (extending the tourism season into the shoulder months), support to tourism operators, target markets, access to labour, and more.
OPEN HOUSE Thursday, September 6, 2018, Doors Open at 6:30pm 2nd floor – Kingsville Arena 1741 Jasperson Dr., Kingsville ON This is a free event however registration is required |
| Kingsville Accessibility Advisory Committee (KAAC) - Online Survey |
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Kingsville is a growing community that wants to accommodate persons with all levels of ability. The Kingsville Accessibility Advisory Committee (KAAC) offers guidance to Kingsville's Town Council with the goal of improving access for anyone who lives in or visits Kingsville. By completing this survey, you will help the KAAC understand the accessibility needs of Kingsville residents and visitors. This, in turn, will assist the KAAC to advise Kingsville's Town Council on how the Town can improve accessibility. The survey is completely anonymous and your participation is entirely voluntary. |
| Open Air Burning By-Law - Online Survey |
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We are currently reviewing the open air burning by-law to ensure it meets the needs of both residents and reduces fire department responses. We are looking for public input on the new proposed by-law. The current by-law prohibits back yard camp fires and the regulations of agricultural burning are confusing. Enforcement is currently by OPP, the proposed by-law would be enforced by OPP and the Kingsville Fire Department. The new by-law addresses a variety of concerns from the current by-law and brings it into alignment with neighbouring municipalities. We would like you to have your say by taking our survey.
Please see the helpful links below for more information Current Open Air Burning By-Law |
