Regular Council Meeting

That the February 11, 2025, Regular Council Meeting Agenda be adopted as presented.

That the Minutes of the Public Planning Meeting, Regular Meeting of Council and Closed Meeting of Council held on January 28, 2025, be adopted as presented.

That the report of the Supervisor of Engineering dated January 17, 2025, PW-38-2024, regarding the Fill Permit Review - 7619 Broderick Rd be received; And that, Council approve Administration the authority to hire a contractor to complete the unfinished works as per By-law #7080 – Placing of Fill or Removal of Topsoil on Lands in the Town of LaSalle.

That the report of the Legal Counsel dated January 24, 2025 (AD-2025-02) regarding the acquisition of properties required as part of Phase 1 of the Malden Road expansion be received; And that, Council authorize Administration to take any and all steps necessary to acquire ownership of the lands outlined in the report, including proceeding with an Application for Approval to Expropriate Land under the Expropriations Act , as the lands are required for the expansion of Malden Road in accordance with the Malden Road Environmental Assessment and its related Addendum.

Whereas: The Town of LaSalle recognizes the importance of supporting local businesses and ensuring that public funds are invested in a manner that strengthens the local economy and builds a sustainable, resilient community. The Government of Canada and the Province of Ontario have programs and regulations in place that allow for local and national preferences in procurement policies, which could benefit Canadian businesses and industries. Promoting Canadian-made products and services through procurement practices helps sustain Canadian industries, create local jobs, foster innovation, and contribute to the overall growth of the national economy. LaSalle acknowledges the economic value of boosting local businesses, especially small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), by supporting them in accessing public procurement opportunities, thereby enhancing their competitiveness and long-term sustainability. A strong Canadian procurement policy ensures that tax dollars are spent wisely, while also supporting environmental sustainability, innovation, and the development of Canadian talent and skills in industries such as technology, manufacturing, and construction. The Town of LaSalle recognizes that it is important for all levels of government to collaborate and work toward policies that will increase economic opportunities for Canadian citizens, businesses, and communities across the country. Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved That: The Town Council of LaSalle will request that the Prem

That the report of the Manager of Finance/Deputy Treasurer dated January 15, 2025 (FIN-01-2025) regarding Procurement 2024 Fourth Quarter Report be received for information.

That items 2 through 3 on the Consent Agenda for February 11, 2025, be received.

That the Essex County Council Highlights for January 15, 2025, be received.

Whereas, Councillor Burns exceeded his conference spending limit in 2024 and has not been reimbursed for the amounts incurred over the spending limit; And Whereas, the 2025 conference spending limit is $7,500; Now therefore, Councillor Burns requests that Council authorizes a reimbursement to him for the amounts he overspent by applying those amounts to his 2025 conference spending limit.

That Council provides Essex Power Corporation a letter of support in relation to energy infrastructure investments that will enable economic development and growth in the Essex County region.

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 2025-015- A By-law to stop up, close and sell an alley system running east-west lying south of lots 89 to 92, and lots 107 to 109, Registered Plan 645, LaSalle; and an alley system running north-south lying east of lots 93 to 99, Registered Plan 645, LaSalle 2025-016- A By-law to authorize the execution of Amending Agreement regarding the Source Protection Plan Part IV Enforcement Transfer Agreement with the Essex Region Conservation Authority under Part IV of the Clean Water Act, 2006 2025-017- A By-law to authorize the sale of an alley system running east-west lying north of lot 62, Registered Plan 645, LaSalle

That Confirmatory By-law 2025-019 be given a first, second, and third reading and finally passed.

Whereas: 1. The Town of LaSalle recognizes the importance of supporting local businesses and ensuring that public funds are invested in a manner that strengthens the local economy and builds a sustainable, resilient community. 2. The Government of Canada and the Province of Ontario have programs and regulations in place that allow for local and national preferences in procurement policies, which could benefit Canadian businesses and industries. 3. Promoting Canadian-made products and services through procurement practices helps sustain Canadian industries, create local jobs, foster innovation, and contribute to the overall growth of the national economy. 4. LaSalle acknowledges the economic value of boosting local businesses, especially small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), by supporting them in accessing public procurement opportunities, thereby enhancing their competitiveness and long- term sustainability. 5. A strong Canadian procurement policy ensures that tax dollars are spent wisely, while also supporting environmental sustainability, innovation, and the development of Canadian talent and skills in industries such as technology, manufacturing, and construction. 6. The Town of LaSalle recognizes that it is important for all levels of government to collaborate and work toward policies that will increase economic opportunities for Canadian citizens, businesses, and communities across the country. Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved That: 1. The Town Council of LaSalle will