From the Council Chambers – January 14 Elgin County Council Meeting
The following list provides a high-level overview of items discussed:
✅ County Councillor Committee Appointments
Every year, Elgin County’s Warden is required to recommend the appointments of Elgin County Councillors to various Committees of Council and Local Boards.
During the January 14th Council Meeting, Elgin County Council approved the proposed appointments for 2025.
For the complete list of 2025 appointments, please refer to Appendix 1 of the Committee Appointment Report found in the Agenda.
✅ East Road Pedestrian Crossing Update
In 2024, the County of Elgin implemented a pedestrian crossing on East Road, just north of Joseph Street in Port Stanley, to enhance pedestrian safety.
To tackle the ongoing concerns regarding the unique geometry and sightlines of the intersection, County Council has decided to reduce the speed limit on Joseph Street to 30 km/h, while also keeping the all-way stop in place.
✅ Farm Tax Ratio Remains at 0.23%
Elgin County Council unanimously agreed with the Elgin Farmers – Elgin Federation of Agriculture‘s (EFA) request to keep Elgin’s Farm Class Tax Ratio at 0.23% for the 2025 Budget year.
This decision demonstrates Council’s continued commitment to Elgin’s $609M agricultural sector, and acknowledges the essential contributions of farmers in supporting our rural communities.
✅ Council Seeks Input on Municipal Accountability Act
The Ontario Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing has proposed the Municipal Accountability Act, 2024, to help strengthen Ontario’s Municipal Code of Conduct. Key updates to this Act include a standard code of conduct, improved investigation processes, and provisions for removing Council members for serious violations, aiming for consistent governance across Ontario Municipalities by Fall 2026.
County Council has asked staff to collect Councillor feedback for further discussion at the January 28th County Council Meeting
For all items discussed and the full agenda, please click here
Next Council Meeting:
Date: Tuesday, January 28th, 2025
Time: 10:00 a.m. (Please note the time change from the regular 9:00 a.m. meeting time)