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The Township of Essa has received a significant amount of snow this winter. Staff have been working diligently at plowing, sanding and salting in order to keep roads and sidewalks open and safe for the public. As weather allows, staff is working on snow removal to reduce snowbanks to keep the streets clear and passable for residents and emergency vehicles.
Due to the significant amount of snow this winter season. There is a high potential for flooding based on the snow accumulation and potential heavy rain, snow melt, high wind and other conditions that could lead to high runoff, cause ice jams and flooding or erosion in spring. The Township will be placing sand & sandbags at the end of Park Rd, at the intersection of Simcoe St & Water St & the Angus Firehall early spring.
Essa Township is hiring an Engineering Coordinator. This position reports to the Manager of Public Works and/or the CAO, the Engineering Coordinator assists with the development and implementation of the long and short-term Capital and development projects/programs; assists in the enforcement of development agreements; maintains the Township’s Engineering Standards; and provides project coordination and site inspection for capital, maintenance, and development projects, which includes traffic, water, sewer and storm sewer projects. Salary range is 83,575.68 - $101,015.00 (2025). Essa Township offers benefits and a competitive compensation package.
A Non-Statutory Public Meeting has been scheduled to take place in the Council Chambers at the Administration Centre located at 5786 County Road 21, Utopia, at approximately 6:00 pm on February 5, 2025, concerning a proposed Official Plan Amendment (OPA 47), Zoning By-law Amendment (Z15-23), and Site Plan Control Application (SP3-23), for the property known municipally as 8949 Smith Road.
Notice of Public Meeting: Zoning By-law Amendment (Z2-25) The Township of Essa will hold a public meeting on February 5, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. at 5786 County Rd 21 to discuss proposed zoning changes, including defining "In-law Suites" and updated lot coverage rules for ARUs. For details, contact ocurnew@essatownship.on.ca or (705) 424-9770 ext. 104.
Notice of Public Meeting: Zoning By-law Amendment (Z1-25) The Township of Essa will hold a public meeting on February 5, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. at 5786 County Rd 21 to discuss proposed changes to the Zoning By-law, including rezoning properties, updated childcare definitions, and revisions to school parking standards. For details, contact ocurnew@essatownship.on.ca or (705) 424-9770 ext. 104.
Notice of Passing: Temporary Zoning By-law Amendment (Z3-24) The Township of Essa has passed By-law No. 2025-02 on January 15, 2025, temporarily rezoning 253 Barrie Street to permit a real estate office on the first floor of the existing home for up to three years, ending January 15, 2028. Appeals to the Ontario Land Tribunal (OLT) must be filed by February 5, 2025, at 4:30 p.m., along with the required fees. For details or to file an appeal, contact plan@essatownship.on.ca or call 705-424-9770.
Notice of the Passing of a Temporary Zoning By-Law Amendment No Z2-24 The Township of Essa passed By-law No. 2025-03 on January 15, 2025, introducing housekeeping changes to Zoning By-law 2003-50, affecting all lands within the Township. Appeals to the Ontario Land Tribunal (OLT) must be submitted by February 5, 2025, at 4:30 p.m., including required fees. Appeals can be filed via plan@essatownship.on.ca or the OLT E-Service portal. For more information, contact 705-424-9770 or plan@essatownship.on.ca.
A Minor Variance application for 100 Vernon Street seeks to allow an existing front yard entrance to an Additional Residential Unit, contrary to Zoning By-law 2003-50. The Committee of Adjustment will review the application on January 31, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. Written comments and requests for notification of the decision can be sent to Owen Curnew at ocurnew@essatownship.on.ca. Issued: January 10, 2025.