Michael Akpata
Deputy Mayor · seen 2017-01-10 to 2026-09-22 · served 2014–2018, 2018–2022, 2022–2026
178substantive motions movedof 349 meetings the minutes record them at
54procedural motions movedcounted separately, and never added to the above
360substantive motions secondedseconding is often a seat convention, not agreement
37meetings recorded absentof 349 they were on the record for
2–1recorded votes, for–againstrecorded votes are rare and a skewed sample
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How they voted, where it was recorded (3)
Regular Council Meeting May 27, 2025
For · 4–2 · CarriedThat Council reconsider the motion to hold a by-election. Councillor Burns requested recorded vote. For (4): Mayor Meloche, Deputy Mayor Akpata, Councillor Carrick, and Councillor Renaud Against (2): Councillor Burns…
Regular Council Meeting May 27, 2025
For · 4–2 · CarriedThat Council direct the Clerk to conduct a by-election. Councillor Burns requested recorded vote. For (4): Mayor Meloche, Deputy Mayor Akpata, Councillor Carrick, and Councillor Renaud Against (2): Councillor Burns,…
Regular Council Meeting November 24, 2020
Against · 0–4 · LostThat the report of the Director of Public Works dated November 1 2 , 20 20 ( PW-27-20 ) regarding the Richmond Court Subdivision Sidewalk be RECEIVED and that Council CONCUR that Town Administration work with…
Meetings the minutes record them as absent from (37)
Regular Meeting of CouncilSeptember 8, 2026
Regular Meeting of CouncilApril 14, 2026
Regular Council MeetingFebruary 24, 2026
Public Planning MeetingFebruary 24, 2026
Special Closed Council MeetingOctober 2, 2025
Regular Council MeetingJuly 8, 2025
Closed Council MeetingJuly 8, 2025
Regular Council MeetingJune 24, 2025
Public Planning MeetingJune 24, 2025
Regular Council MeetingOctober 22, 2024
Water and Wastewater Committee MeetingOctober 22, 2024
Regular Council MeetingAugust 13, 2024
Public Planning MeetingJune 11, 2024
Regular Council MeetingMay 14, 2024
Closed Council MeetingMay 14, 2024
Parks, Recreation and Events Committee MeetingApril 23, 2024
Parks, Recreation and Events Committee MeetingFebruary 27, 2024
Meeting to ConsiderNovember 28, 2023
Closed Council MeetingNovember 14, 2023
Regular Council MeetingNovember 14, 2023
Regular Council MeetingMarch 14, 2023
Closed Council MeetingApril 26, 2022
Meeting to ConsiderFebruary 22, 2022
Water and Wastewater Committee MeetingJanuary 25, 2022
By-Law CommitteeJanuary 18, 2022
Parks, Recreation and Events Committee MeetingSeptember 16, 2021
Regular Council MeetingMay 11, 2021
Regular Council MeetingFebruary 25, 2020
Water and Wastewater Committee MeetingJanuary 28, 2020
Regular Council MeetingJanuary 28, 2020
Regular Council MeetingNovember 26, 2019
Water and Wastewater Committee MeetingNovember 26, 2019
Meeting to ConsiderAugust 13, 2019
Regular Council MeetingAugust 13, 2019
Regular Council MeetingAugust 22, 2017
Regular Council MeetingJune 13, 2017
Regular Council MeetingMarch 14, 2017
Substantive motions moved (showing the 40 most recent of 178)
Mayor Akpata may move or caused to have moved: Whereas the Town of LaSalle was founded by the French in the mid 1700’s and whereby part of the existing history and culture of has a deep routed French heritage; And whereas, it has been reported that French language, heritage, and culture were part of the trade negotiations with the United States; And whereas, the current trade situation with the Un
Regular Meeting of Council, September 22, 2026 · Carried
That Council direct Administration to prepare an updated report on the Tree Planting Policy to be brought back before the 2027 Budget Deliberations.
Regular Meeting of Council, August 25, 2026 · Carried
That Administration coordinate with the County of Essex to review matters related to AI Data Centre development.
Regular Meeting of Council, August 11, 2026 · Carried
That items 1 through 8 on the Consent Agenda for July 14, 2026, be received.
Regular Meeting of Council, July 14, 2026 · Carried
That the County Council Highlights dated May 20, 2026, be received.
Regular Meeting of Council, June 9, 2026 · Carried
That the report of the Deputy Clerk dated March 23, 2026 (CS-2026-05) outlining current Freedom of Information activity be received.
Regular Meeting of Council, May 26, 2026 · Carried
That the report of the Director of Culture and Recreation dated May 11, 2026 (CR-2026-14) regarding the Essex Power Youth in Community Fund – 2026 be received.
Parks, Recreation and Events Committee, May 26, 2026 · Carried
That the report of the Manager and Supervisor of Facilities dated April 8,2026 (PW-2026-18) regarding the Vollmer Pool Wave Generator be received; And that, the matter be
Regular Meeting of Council, April 28, 2026 · Referred
That the report of the Supervisor of Programming dated February 18, 2026 (CR-2026-03) regarding Spring Activities Update be received.
Parks, Recreation and Events Committee Meeting, March 10, 2026 · Carried
That the report of the Manager of Finance/Deputy Treasurer dated January 5, 2026 ( FIN-01-2026 ) regarding the 2026 Schedule of Fees - Post Budget update be received; And that, Council endorses the new fee schedule and adopts the Fees and Charges By-law during the By-law stage of the agenda.
Regular Council Meeting, January 27, 2026 · Carried
That the report of the Supervisor of Engineering dated October 31, 2025 ( PW-23-2025 ) regarding amendments made to the Traffic Calming Policy be received; And that, the existing Traffic Calming Policy (M-PW-002) be repealed; And that, the new policy be adopted as presented.
Regular Council Meeting, January 27, 2026 · Carried
That the report of the Deputy CAO dated November 21, 2025 (AD-2025-15) regarding the Transit Master Plan RFP Award be received; And that, the Transit Master Plan contract be awarded for the bid price of $52,268.00 plus H.S.T. to Left Turn Right Turn Ltd.; And that, this amount be funded from the Transit Reserve.
Regular Council Meeting, December 9, 2025 · Carried
That Property Tax Write Offs line item in the proposed 2026 Budget be reduced by $25,000.
Budget Meeting, November 27, 2025 · Carried
That the OP/Zoning Application Revenue line item in the proposed 2026 Budget be increased by $5,000.
Budget Meeting, November 27, 2025 · Carried
That the Pubic Works Parks - Vollmer Complex Baseball Fertilizer/Seed line item in the proposed 2026 Budget be reduced by $5,000.
Budget Meeting, November 27, 2025 · Carried
That the County Council Highlights dated November 5, 2025, be received.
Regular Council Meeting, November 25, 2025 · Carried
That the report of the Manager of Culture and Recreation dated November 7, 2025 (CR-2025-31) regarding 2025 Summer Session Report of Joint Programs and Events between Culture and Recreation and Public Works be received.
Parks, Recreation and Events Committee Meeting, November 25, 2025 · Carried
That the report of the Director of Culture and Recreation dated October 21, 2025 ( CR-2025-28 ) regarding the Vipers’ request for facility modifications at the Vollmer Complex be received; And that Council approve the requested modifications to the Vollmer facility, including the construction of a wall with two doors at the end of the arena dressing room hallway, and the installation of cabinets,
Regular Council Meeting, November 10, 2025 · Carried
That the following By-law be given a first, second, and third reading and finally passed: 2025-093, Being a By-law to authorize the purchase of lands municipally known as 128 Elsworth Avenue, LaSalle.
Regular Council Meeting, November 10, 2025 · Carried
That the report of the Manager of Planning and Development dated October 6, 2025 (PD-33-2025) regarding the request to remove the holding provision from the property known as 6135 Malden Road be received; And that, Council approves the Applicant’s request to remove the holding zone symbol from the above-noted lands; And that, Council adopts a corresponding By-law for removal of the holding provisi
Regular Council Meeting, October 28, 2025 · Carried
That the following By-laws be given a first, second, and third reading and finally passed: 2025-085, Being a By-law to amend Zoning by-law No. 8600, as amended, the Town’s Comprehensive Zoning By-Law, as amended. 2025-088, Being a By-law to authorize the sale of the Westerly Half of Block R, Registered Plan 1080 (Part of Goodrich Ave closed by R1509268) to CDG Properties Inc. 2025-089, Being a By-
Regular Council Meeting, October 28, 2025 · Carried
That the letter from EWSWA regarding the Circular Material Program Changes, be received.
Regular Council Meeting, October 7, 2025 · Carried
That the following By-laws be given a first, second, and third reading and finally passed: 2025-082, Being a By-law to Amend By-law 8692, being a By-law to govern the calling of and proceedings of Council and Committee Meetings, and the conduct of its members 2025-083, Being a By-law to Amend By-law 8501, being a By-law to Impose Development Charges on certain Residential and Non-Residential Devel
Regular Council Meeting, September 23, 2025 · Carried
That the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of Council held August 26, 2025 be adopted as presented.
Regular Council Meeting, September 9, 2025 · Carried
That the report of the Drainage Superintendent dated August 15, 2025 ( PW-16-2025 ) regarding the Lafferty Drain Minor Improvement Final Assessment be received; And, that corresponding By-law 2025-074 be passed at the By-Law stage of the agenda.
Regular Council Meeting, September 9, 2025 · Carried
That the minutes of the Accessibility Advisory Committee, dated May 21, 2025, be received.
Regular Council Meeting, September 9, 2025 · Carried
That items 1 through 4 on the Consent Agenda for August 26, 2025, be received.
Regular Council Meeting, August 26, 2025 · Carried
That the report of the Supervisor of Programming dated July 25, 2025 (CR-2025-16) regarding Upcoming Activities from September 2025 to January 2026 be received.
Parks, Recreation and Events Committee Meeting, August 26, 2025 · Carried
That the report of the Director of Planning and Director of Finance dated July 25, 2025 ( PD-32-2025 ) regarding Summary Report: Bill 17, Protect Ontario by Building Faster and Smarter Act be received.
Regular Council Meeting, August 12, 2025 · Carried
That items 1 through 6 on the Consent Agenda for August 12, 2025, be received.
Regular Council Meeting, August 12, 2025 · Carried
That the report of the Director of Culture and Recreation dated May 12, 2025 (CR-2025-13) regarding a Memorandum of Understanding between the Town and the LaSalle Pickleball Association be received; And that, the Town enters into a Memorandum of Understanding with the LaSalle Pickleball Association granting exclusive use of three (3) pickleball courts at LaSalle Landing as a pilot project.
Regular Council Meeting, June 10, 2025 · Carried
That the Clerk be directed to commence preparations for a By-election. Motion is Put and is
Regular Council Meeting, May 27, 2025 · Lost
That the report of the Manager of Culture and Recreation dated April 7, 2025 (CR-2025-08) regarding the 2025 Winter Session be received.
Parks, Recreation and Events Committee Meeting, April 22, 2025 · Carried
That the report of the Director of Strategy and Engagement dated February 21, 2025 (SE-01-2025) regarding Business Networking Opportunities be received; And that, the Strategy and Engagement Department be authorized to host networking events for the business community, using funds from the Strategic Plan – Grow and Diversify its Local Economy budget.
Regular Council Meeting, March 11, 2025 · Carried
That the request received from the Eastern Ontario Warden's Caucus, seeking support for the Canadian and Ontario Governments' negotiations with the United States Government on trade tariffs, be supported, and that copies of the support be sent to those listed in the correspondence.
Regular Council Meeting, March 11, 2025 · Carried
That the report of the Manager of Engineering dated February 4, 2025 (PW-04-2025) regarding Matchett and Sprucewood Contract Award be received; And that, Council authorizes administration to award the Road Widening and Signalization at Matchett Road Intersections Contract to Piera Con Enterprises Inc. for a bid price of $1,530,931.50 excluding H.S.T.; And that, the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to
Regular Council Meeting, February 25, 2025 · Carried
That the Summary of Reports on the Consent Agenda for February 25, 2025, be received.
Regular Council Meeting, February 25, 2025 · Carried
the recent threats of an imposition on tariffs on Canadian production will have a substantial effect on the items produced in the County of Essex and purchased in the Town of LaSalle; And Whereas there has only been a 30-day reprieve granted; And Whereas, a tariff on Canadian steel and aluminum has been threatened; And Whereas, these tariffs were going to be applied by another country and therefor
Regular Council Meeting, February 25, 2025 · Carried
Whereas the recent threats of an imposition on tariffs on Canadian production will have a substantial effect on the items produced in the County of Essex and purchased in the Town of LaSalle; And Whereas there has only been a 30-day reprieve granted; And Whereas, a tariff on Canadian steel and aluminum has been threatened; And Whereas, these tariffs were going to be applied by another country and
Regular Council Meeting, February 25, 2025 · Carried
That the following By-laws be given a first, second, and third reading and finally passed: 2025-007- A By-law to amend By-law number 7852 being a By-law to establish User Fees or Charges for Services, Activities or the Use of Property 2025-014- A By-law to stop up, close and sell an alley system running east-west lying south of lots 67 to 70, and lots 85 to 88, Registered Plan 645, LaSalle 2025-01
Regular Council Meeting, February 11, 2025 · Carried
In the record
312meetings recorded presentthe minutes record presence, not a rate
14conflicts of interest declareda member saying they should not vote on a matter
Regular Meeting of Council July 28, 2026
on Item H-3 as he is bound by the Community Safety and Policing Act , 2018, through his employment
Regular Meeting of Council June 23, 2026
on Item G-1 as he is bound by the Community Safety and Policing Act, 2019, through his employment
Regular Meeting of Council March 24, 2026
on Item I-8 as he is bound by the Community Safety and Policing Act, 2019 through his employment
Budget Meeting November 27, 2025
on Item F-1, as he is bound by the Community Safety and Policing Act , 2019, through the nature of his employment
Regular Council Meeting November 10, 2025
on Item L-1, as he is bound by the Community Safety and Policing Act, 2019 through his employment
Regular Council Meeting October 28, 2025
as he is bound by the Community Safety and Policing Act, 2019 through his employment
Regular Council Meeting April 22, 2025
on Item 4, citing a conflict arising due to the nature of his employment
Budget Meeting December 4, 2024
on Item D, specifically related to the LaSalle Police Service Departmental 2025 Budget Review and the 2025 Capital Budget Review, citing a conflict arising due to the nature of his employment
Regular Council Meeting November 26, 2024
on item I1(a), Town of Whitewater Region Council Resolution regarding Provincial Police Costs 2025, as he is bound by the Community Safety and Policing Act, 2019 through his employment and cannot be…
Budget Meeting December 6, 2023
on the discussion of the Police Services budget because he is going to be sworn in under the Police Services Act
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