The Corporation of the Town of LaSalle

Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Town of LaSalle Council

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Council Chambers, LaSalle Civic Centre, 5950 Malden Road
Members of Council Present:
  • Mayor Crystal Meloche, 
  • Councillor Terry Burns, 
  • Councillor Sue Desjarlais, 
  • Councillor Jeff Renaud, 
  • and Councillor Anita Riccio-Spagnuolo 
Members of Council Absent:
  • Deputy Mayor Michael Akpata 
  • and Councillor Mark Carrick 
Administration Present:
  • J. Milicia, Chief Administrative Officer, 
  • J. Astrologo, Director of Council Services/Clerk, 
  • G. Beggs, Director of Planning and Development, 
  • P. Funaro, Director of Culture & Recreation, 
  • D. Hadre, Director of Strategy and Engagement, 
  • R. Hyra, Director of Human Resources, 
  • D. Langlois, Director of Finance and Treasurer, 
  • J. Osborne, Director of Public Works, 
  • K. Brcic, Manager of Planning & Development, 
  • M. Cappucci, Manager of Engineering, 
  • D. Dadalt, Legal Counsel, 
  • L. Jean, Deputy Clerk, 
  • M. Pearce, Chief of Police, 
  • M. Seguin, Deputy Fire Chief, 
  • Rosa Tufts, Council Coordinator, 
  • and A. Hussain, IS Administrator 

A.
Opening Business

 

1.
Call to Order

 

Mayor Meloche called the meeting to order at 6:01 p.m.

2.
Land Acknowledgement Statement

 

Mayor Meloche read the Land Acknowledgement Statement.

3.
Moment of Silent Reflection and Playing of National Anthem

 

B.
Adoption of Agenda

 
  • 237/24
    Moved by:Councillor Burns
    Seconded by:Councillor Riccio-Spagnuolo

    That the October 22, 2024, Regular Council Meeting Agenda be adopted as presented.

    Carried.

C.
Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest

 

None.

D.
Adoption of Minutes

This item has attachments. 
1.10.08.24 Reg Min.pdf
  • 238/24
    Moved by:Councillor Renaud
    Seconded by:Councillor Desjarlais

    That the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of Council held October 8, 2024, be adopted as presented.

    Carried.

E.
Mayor's Comments

 

Mayor Meloche acknowledged the passing of former volunteer firefighter Bob Price and extended condolences to the Price family. Bob served with LaSalle Fire Service from 1997 to 2008.  Full details of the visitation and funeral service are available on the Families First website.

Mayor Meloche advised that the annual Truck or Treat event will take place at the Vollmer Complex on Saturday, October 26th from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. in Parking Lot 3. Everyone is welcome.

Mayor Meloche noted that the Town will host a Remembrance Day ceremony on Monday, November 11th, at 11 a.m. at the LaSalle Cenotaph Park. She stated that the event would also be live-streamed on the Town of LaSalle YouTube channel.

Mayor Meloche reminded residents that she will be available for Mondays with the Mayor on October 28th from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the LaSalle Civic Centre. Please contact the Town if another date and time is preferred. 

Mayor Meloche highlighted that the Howard Bouffard Secondary Plan Statutory Public Meeting will be held on Tuesday, October 29th at 4:30 p.m. in Council Chambers. The public is encouraged to provide feedback. To register please visit lasalle.ca/HBSP.  All written comments are due by Friday, October 25th.   

F.
Public Meetings and/or Hearings

 

None.

G.
Presentations and Delegations

 

1.
Recognition Award to Kris Cooper

 

Mayor Meloche presented an award to Kris Cooper recognizing him for his on-going commitment in raising money for cancer research.

2.
2023 LaSalle Police Service Annual Report

This item has attachments. 
1.2023 LPS Annual Report - AODA.pdf

M. Pearce, Chief of Police presented the 2023 LaSalle Police Service Annual Report and noted that the Town has the best Crime Severity Index in Ontario for municipal police jurisdictions.

  • 239/24
    Moved by:Councillor Desjarlais
    Seconded by:Councillor Burns

    That the 2023 LaSalle Police Service Annual Report, as presented by Michael Pearce, Chief of Police, be received for information.

    Carried.

H.
Staff Reports and Correspondence for Council's Action

 

1.
Z-08-2024 Application to Remove the Holding Symbol for 1725 Sprucewood Avenue

This item has attachments. 
1.Z-08-2024 1725 Sprucewood H Removal.pdf
2.Figure 1 - Location Map.pdf
3.Figure 2 - Site Plan.pdf

K. Brcic, Manager of Planning and Development, presented the report.

  • 240/24
    Moved by:Councillor Burns
    Seconded by:Councillor Renaud

    That the report of the Manager of Planning and Development dated September 26, 2024 (PD-34-2024) regarding the request to remove the holding provision from the vacant land on Lorne Avenue be received;

    And that, Council approves the Applicant’s request to remove the holding zone symbol from the subject lands;

    And that, Administration prepares a corresponding By-law for adoption once the required development agreement is properly executed by the Corporation.

    Carried.

2.
Matchett Intersections Improvement Options

This item has attachments. 
1.Matchett Intersections Improvement Options.pdf

M. Cappucci, Manager of Engineering, presented the report.

Mike Fisher, speaking on behalf of Friends of Ojibway Prairie, requested that Administration: a) review traffic volume and speed impacts for Matchett Rd. along Ojibway corridor, b) consult with park partners and expert environmental NGOs, and c) engage in community consultation on the proposed modifications 

Nancy Pancheshan, speaking on behalf of Save Ojibway, opposed to the Matchett intersection improvements and asked that the Council turn down the project.

  • 241/24
    Moved by:Councillor Burns
    Seconded by:Councillor Riccio-Spagnuolo

    That the report of the Manager of Engineering, dated September 19, 2024 (PW-33-2024) regarding Matchett Intersections Improvement Options be received;

    And that, RC Spencer and Associates finalizes the detailed design of the Matchett/Sprucewood intersection to include signals and protected left turn lanes on Matchett Road;

    And that, RC Spencer and Associates finalizes the detailed design of the Matchett/Morton intersection to include turning lanes on Matchett Road;

    And that, Administration brings forward the temporary intersection improvements with sidewalks for Council consideration as part of the 2025 Proposed Capital Budget.

    And that, Administration reevaluate the intersection at Matchett and Morton one year after it opens to provide an update to Council regarding the implemented improvements. 

    Carried.

3.
November 11, 2025, Council Meeting

 
  • 242/24
    Moved by:Councillor Burns
    Seconded by:Councillor Desjarlais

    Whereas in accordance with Section 4.6 of the Procedure By-law, Regular Meetings of Council shall be held on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month; 

    And whereas, Section 4.8 of the Procedure By-law authorizes Council by resolution to alter the date, time and or location of the Meetings provided adequate notice of the change is communicated to the public;

    And whereas, the November 11, 2025, Regular Council Meeting falls on the Remembrance Day holiday;

    Now therefore, The Council of the Corporation of the Town of LaSalle hereby resolves, 

    That the Regular Council Meeting be moved from Tuesday, November 11, 2025 to Monday, November 10, 2025.                                              

    Carried.

I.
Consent Agenda

 

J.
Committee Matters

 

1.
Essex County Council Highlights for October 2, 2024

This item has attachments. 
1.County Council Highlights for Oct 2, 2024.pdf
  • 244/24
    Moved by:Councillor Riccio-Spagnuolo
    Seconded by:Councillor Desjarlais

    That the Essex County Council Highlights for October 2, 2024, be received.

    Carried.

2.
Accessibility Advisory Committee Meeting May 15, 2024

This item has attachments. 
1.Accessibility Advisory Committee Meeting May 15, 2024.pdf
2.Post-Meeting Minutes - Accessibility Advisory Committee Meeting_May15_2024 - Accessible.pdf
  • 245/24
    Moved by:Councillor Renaud
    Seconded by:Councillor Burns

    That the Minutes of the Accessibility Advisory Committee and Committee Matters dated May 15, 2024, be received.

    Carried.

K.
Questions and Statements by Council Members

 

Councillor Renaud inquired when the holiday lights will be turned on at the Civic Centre.  Ms. Furnaro advised that the holiday lights schedule will officially start Friday, November 22 at 6:00 p.m.

Mr. Milicia advised that the concrete pour for the LaSalle Loop (the multi-season, multi-use trail at the LaSalle Landing site) is delayed and the noise by-law extension that was granted to the end of October will be extended to November 14, 2024.  

L.
Notices of Motion

 

None.

M.
Closed Session

 

None.

N.
By-laws

This item has attachments. 
1.By-law 8927.pdf
2.By-law 8931.pdf
3.By-law 8932.pdf
  • 246/24
    Moved by:Councillor Desjarlais
    Seconded by:Councillor Riccio-Spagnuolo

    That the following By-laws be given a first, second, and third reading and finally passed:

    8927-  A By-law to repeal By-law 8905 and to authorize the execution of a Lease Extension Agreement between Bella Vista Holdings Inc., LaSalle Bella Vista Ltd., and The Corporation of the Town of LaSalle

    8931- A By-law to authorize the execution of a Lease Extension Agreement between The Corporation of the County of Essex and The Corporation of the Town of LaSalle for the Emergency Medical Services Station

    8932- A By-law to authorize the donation of Parts 2, 3 and 4 on Reference Plan 12R28633 with Christopher James Bezaire, James Allen Bezaire and the estate of Marianne DePape

    Carried.

O.
Confirmatory By-law

This item has attachments. 
1.8933- Confirmatory.pdf
  • 247/24
    Moved by:Councillor Burns
    Seconded by:Councillor Renaud

    That Confirmatory By-law 8933 be given a first, second, and third reading and finally passed.

    Carried.

P.
Schedule of Meetings

 

Public Planning Meeting (Howard/Bouffard Secondary Plan) October 29, 2024, 4:30 p.m.

Public Planning Meeting November 12, 2024, 4:30 p.m.

Regular Council Meeting November 12, 2024, 6:00 p.m.

Accessibility Advisory Committee Meeting November 20, 2024, 3:30 p.m.

Committee of Adjustment November 20, 2024, 5:00 p.m. 

Parks, Recreation and Events Committee Meeting November 26, 2024, 4:30 p.m.

Regular Council Meeting November 26, 2024, 6:00 p.m.

Q.
Adjournment

 

Meeting adjourned at the call of the Chair at 7:15 p.m.

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