Jeff Helsdon, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
A letter from Schep’s Bakery Ltd. to the Town of Tillsonburg informed council members about the new business’s intention to give away 4,500 individually wrapped Stroopwafel cookies at this year’s Santa Claus parade.
The Tillsonburg council agreed with Director of Finance Renato Pullia’s suggestions on how to allocate the $2.2 million surplus for 2024.
The allocation details included: employment reserve, $1.25 million; asset management reserve, $197,150; cemetery reserve, $90,493; facility infrastructure reserve, $180,338; fire department equipment reserve, $57,290; fleet and equipment reserve, $121,834; police reserve, $4,614; and tax rate stabilization reserve, $347,292.
The town council suggested including plans for a park in the Potter’s Gate subdivision in the budget for 2026.
The developer has given a parcel of land on Beretta Street to the town along with a payment of $112,000 as compensation for parkland.
Andrea Greenway, Director of Recreation, Culture and Parks told council during the Oct. 27 meeting that the town’s master plan indicates there should be parkland within 800 meters of homes.
“Currently, this subdivision doesn’t have one in that distance,” she said.
Coun. Kelly Spencer mentioned she has heard from residents in that subdivision about their need for a park.
“A park would be beneficial for the people in this area,” she said.
Deputy Mayor Dave Beres noted that as more families move into the subdivision he has observed kids running across streets to play on church grass which he feels isn’t safe.
Horticultural society agreement extended
Council approved extending its memorandum of understanding with the Tillsonburg Horticultural Society.
& lt; p. Class=-wn YVgt84L’Dir-AUTO’id=’Viewer-QZPV444824’>To look at alternative physician model.< br />Coun Cil ‘acknowledged’ motion requesting staff report examining system used in Colwood B. C where local authorities run physician clinics. Meanwhile , Coun. Kelly Spencer insisted on promoting “municipally-led initiative aimed directly recruiting family physicians and managing clinics so they don’t impose financial burdens onto taxpayers. This report will explore options such as leasing space to clinic operations employing doctors while searching potential collaborations offering financial aid implementation plans considerations tied with Ministry Health.”Once finished , that analysis will be presented before Community Healthcare Advisory Committee M. P. P Minister Health &. -class*=”_GQPxo53WO-DIR-AUTO-ID-VIEWER-KT59RX546″>" Many doctors are nearing retirement soon so we’re seeing lots of people travelling long distances back home just reach their old practices", Spencer remarked after discussing her motion.”They’re often unassigned adding further pressure. We can’t afford overlook our community’s needs.”' ; This kind approach could prove cost neutral benefiting everyone involved when explored thoroughly.
Coun Chris Rosehart queried if staff could oversee operation if set up occurs. C. A. O Kyle Pratt confirmed it would fall under manager innovation but lacked full knowledge regarding Colwood specifics.
“Not sure about financial implications possibly creating it”
Town looks at Saturday parking limitsStaff plans examine two-hour parking restrictions every Saturday downtown. < p. Class–xf Tu52AY. V-C. I-DIR=AUTOD_ID=”””viewed PR-u74368714″”>"; IF YOU SHOP AT THE STORE AND GRAB LUNCH , YOU MAY END UP WITH A TICKET BEFORE KNOWING YOUR TWO HOURS ARE UP.’ </ ULUC WIVSR el-h. Een UI 
 ; COUN. BOB PARSONSTHERE HAS BEEN TIME RESTRICTION FOR YEARS THUS GIVING BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY CONVENIENT OPTIONS FOR CLIENTS TO COME GO". He added commenting results should go BIA feedback. Rosenart acknowledged restriction existed however weekend tickling was uncommon previously. Counsel Kelly Spencer asked if retail study regarding downtown exists noting Saturdays busiest shopping day. Development Commissioner Cephas Panschow confirmed traffic data indicated weekends attract most customers. “Difference is we don’t have thousands working here over weekends,” he stated. The former Elliot Fairburn School is about go up for sale. Located at 31 Earle Street , this property became surplus back 2019 since People Care planned build long-term care facility there after relocating however Development Commissioner Cephas Panschow now recommends disposing property avoid costly upkeep. This site leased OPP as training venue since purchase nearly twenty years ago. Current lease continues through until twenty twenty-nine possibly transferable under new ownership. Coun. Chris Rosehart questioned whether OPP had been notified sale proposal occurred telling him they were made aware. Council endorsed moving forward sell recommendation. Town examines municipal right-of-way bylaws Council returned staff report municipal right-of-way bylaw back additional work before approval consideration. Municipal right-of-way represents areas owned by town providing access sidewalks utilities until now without formal regulation addressing related issues (bylaws). Staff recommended establishing clear guidelines governing rights usage. Deputy Mayor Dave Beres raised concerns surrounding existing water sprinklers located therein requiring encroachment permits before usage arises being essential info needed beforehand digging tasks conducted nearby, Chief Building Official Geno Vanhaelewyn replied affirmatively indicating applicable permit fee costing fifty dollars requiring location awareness outside assistance requested. Coun Chris Rosehart raised queries towards possible regulations impacting pool drainage specifically questioning where utilized water directed afterwards? Vanhaelewyn explained certain rules ensure chlorinated draining process properly handled preventing environmental hazards must consider these aspects carefully! Coun Chris Parker voiced worries surfacing skateboard scooter utilization affecting safety within those rights. Report referred staff determine clarity defining leisure equipment restrictions snow accumulations restorations required mud tracking regulations along necessary drainage processing along any encroachment requirements. Community centre safety review The Tillsonburg Community Centre passed inspection during recent OPP facilitated Safeguard Assessment review focusing its security standards evaluation concluded positive marks overall effectiveness – identifying strengths being effective management alongside multiple suggestions improvements ahead! Julie Dawley Recreation Programs Services Manager expressed noteworthy observations highlighting few potential changes involving secure gates currently lacking locking mechanisms separating closed-off zones open sections building especially events taking place causing visitors wandering restricted wings not suitable access! Dawley commented “to enhance safety protocols locking off designated zones might help preserve security”. Additionally included recommendations increasing camera installations placing convex mirrors where blind corners found making disposal syringes available restrooms securing dumpsters implementing other measures too!
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Under this agreement, which expires on December 31st-the society has taken care of numerous gardens around town including Annandale House, Broadway Parkette among others.
The work done by this volunteer group is simply amazing in our community," said Councillor Bob Parsons.</PP> < p Class=-d Xs Sg7MBJ10-dir-auto-id=view G32r E12426>The new memorandum extends the agreement for three years</strong>></pp>
Cleaning contracts extended Council authorized an extension on cleaning contracts covering various municipal facilities for another year. Council supported staff recommendations to exercise a one-year optional contract extension with two cleaning service providers. According to reports, cleaning responsibilities are divided between Cheema Cleaning Service and Horizon Maintenance for places like customer service center corporate offices public works fire station police station and Annandale National Historic Site Council approved these recommendations&.& lt; p. Class=-wn YVgt84L’Dir-AUTO’id=’Viewer-QZPV444824’>To look at alternative physician model.< br />Coun Cil ‘acknowledged’ motion requesting staff report examining system used in Colwood B. C where local authorities run physician clinics. Meanwhile , Coun. Kelly Spencer insisted on promoting “municipally-led initiative aimed directly recruiting family physicians and managing clinics so they don’t impose financial burdens onto taxpayers. This report will explore options such as leasing space to clinic operations employing doctors while searching potential collaborations offering financial aid implementation plans considerations tied with Ministry Health.”Once finished , that analysis will be presented before Community Healthcare Advisory Committee M. P. P Minister Health &. -class*=”_GQPxo53WO-DIR-AUTO-ID-VIEWER-KT59RX546″>" Many doctors are nearing retirement soon so we’re seeing lots of people travelling long distances back home just reach their old practices", Spencer remarked after discussing her motion.”They’re often unassigned adding further pressure. We can’t afford overlook our community’s needs.”' ; This kind approach could prove cost neutral benefiting everyone involved when explored thoroughly.
Coun Chris Rosehart queried if staff could oversee operation if set up occurs. C. A. O Kyle Pratt confirmed it would fall under manager innovation but lacked full knowledge regarding Colwood specifics.
“Not sure about financial implications possibly creating it”
Town looks at Saturday parking limitsStaff plans examine two-hour parking restrictions every Saturday downtown. < p. Class–xf Tu52AY. V-C. I-DIR=AUTOD_ID=”””viewed PR-u74368714″”>"; IF YOU SHOP AT THE STORE AND GRAB LUNCH , YOU MAY END UP WITH A TICKET BEFORE KNOWING YOUR TWO HOURS ARE UP.’ </ ULUC WIVSR el-h. Een UI 
 ; COUN. BOB PARSONSTHERE HAS BEEN TIME RESTRICTION FOR YEARS THUS GIVING BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY CONVENIENT OPTIONS FOR CLIENTS TO COME GO". He added commenting results should go BIA feedback. Rosenart acknowledged restriction existed however weekend tickling was uncommon previously. Counsel Kelly Spencer asked if retail study regarding downtown exists noting Saturdays busiest shopping day. Development Commissioner Cephas Panschow confirmed traffic data indicated weekends attract most customers. “Difference is we don’t have thousands working here over weekends,” he stated. The former Elliot Fairburn School is about go up for sale. Located at 31 Earle Street , this property became surplus back 2019 since People Care planned build long-term care facility there after relocating however Development Commissioner Cephas Panschow now recommends disposing property avoid costly upkeep. This site leased OPP as training venue since purchase nearly twenty years ago. Current lease continues through until twenty twenty-nine possibly transferable under new ownership. Coun. Chris Rosehart questioned whether OPP had been notified sale proposal occurred telling him they were made aware. Council endorsed moving forward sell recommendation. Town examines municipal right-of-way bylaws Council returned staff report municipal right-of-way bylaw back additional work before approval consideration. Municipal right-of-way represents areas owned by town providing access sidewalks utilities until now without formal regulation addressing related issues (bylaws). Staff recommended establishing clear guidelines governing rights usage. Deputy Mayor Dave Beres raised concerns surrounding existing water sprinklers located therein requiring encroachment permits before usage arises being essential info needed beforehand digging tasks conducted nearby, Chief Building Official Geno Vanhaelewyn replied affirmatively indicating applicable permit fee costing fifty dollars requiring location awareness outside assistance requested. Coun Chris Rosehart raised queries towards possible regulations impacting pool drainage specifically questioning where utilized water directed afterwards? Vanhaelewyn explained certain rules ensure chlorinated draining process properly handled preventing environmental hazards must consider these aspects carefully! Coun Chris Parker voiced worries surfacing skateboard scooter utilization affecting safety within those rights. Report referred staff determine clarity defining leisure equipment restrictions snow accumulations restorations required mud tracking regulations along necessary drainage processing along any encroachment requirements. Community centre safety review The Tillsonburg Community Centre passed inspection during recent OPP facilitated Safeguard Assessment review focusing its security standards evaluation concluded positive marks overall effectiveness – identifying strengths being effective management alongside multiple suggestions improvements ahead! Julie Dawley Recreation Programs Services Manager expressed noteworthy observations highlighting few potential changes involving secure gates currently lacking locking mechanisms separating closed-off zones open sections building especially events taking place causing visitors wandering restricted wings not suitable access! Dawley commented “to enhance safety protocols locking off designated zones might help preserve security”. Additionally included recommendations increasing camera installations placing convex mirrors where blind corners found making disposal syringes available restrooms securing dumpsters implementing other measures too!
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