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Lennox and Addington County

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Estimate for new libraries in Amherstview and Napanee comes in at over $12M each
November 21, 2024 by Ted Evans

Projected construction costs for two new libraries in Lennox and Addington were presented to Lennox and Addington County Council this week, with each build totaling over $12 million. Operating cost projections were presented as well, at approximately $1.1 million per year.

Construction costs are based on January 2024 rates, while operating costs are still based on 2022 numbers. Annual operating costs do not include any internal staffing changes.

An update to the county’s library service review was presented to council in 2019, and council approved staff to investigate the development of two future libraries, with consideration also given to the future of the current smaller, community libraries. 

Staff noted that strategic capital planning is a priority for the county, including the future direction of new libraries. With a preliminary estimation of financial impacts for new library builds, council can better prepare for the development of its 2025 operating and capital budgets, and beyond.

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County asks Loyalist Township to consider donating land for affordable housing project
November 14, 2024 by Ted Evans

Loyalist Township council received a request from Lennox and Addington County this week asking them to consider donating a portion of land to construct mixed market affordable housing. The agreement would include an exemption for all development charges 

County council agreed to explore a partnership with one of its lower-tier municipalities at their September 18 meeting, while Director of Social Services, Lynn Chenier, came to Loyalist Township council this week to formally make the request. 

A working group was formed which included staff in social services, finance, property services, and economic development within the county. The group provided council with funding options and an estimate of costs to build high density social housing. They also reviewed existing county owned properties, but found no suitable properties for this type of project. 

Staff noted that if the project were to move forward, all funding opportunities would be applied for.

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New pantomime production coming to Odessa for the holidays
November 1, 2024 by Ted Evans

A Toronto production company that has relocated to Lennox and Addington are preparing to host the first ever holiday pantomime production in the area. Torrent Productions are presenting Cinderella – A Merry Magical Pantomime at Emmanuel United Church in Odessa this December.

The show is set to run 8 times between December 19th and 24th, with some days including multiple performances. Tickets are now on sale.

Pantomimes of this sort are a staple for family entertainment in the UK. They’re theatrical productions that involve music, topical jokes, and slapstick comedy. Pantomimes commonly based on a fairy tales, nursery rhymes and other family-friendly fare. They are usually performed around Christmas or other holiday festivities.

Torrent Productions is run by husband and wife team, Rob Torr and award-winning choreographer, Stephanie Graham. They hope to make this an annual tradition for the community in Lennox and Addington.

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Lennox and Addington looking to manage projected budget deficit for library services
October 17, 2024 by Ted Evans

To help manage a projected $16,721.58 budget deficit, Lennox and Addington libraries will be reducing their monthly checkout limit, setting price caps on items, and implementing a daily budget cap for items loaned through their digital media service, Hoopla. Due to rising demand and the absence of spending controls, the library’s 2024 Hoopla spending has exceeded its allocated budget.

According to staff’s report, these changes can align the rising costs of Hoopla with the library’s budget. So far this year they’ve spent $43,594.86 on Hoopla, with an average monthly cost of $5,015.34. Ultimately, these measures are to help avoid future deficits while ensuring libraries can continue to provide clients with access to a wide range of resources.

According to staff, Similar strategies have already been successfully implemented by both the Belleville Public Library and the Kingston Public Library.

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John M. Parrott Centre begins flu shots, notes other monthly highlights for council
October 17, 2024 by Ted Evans

Residents and staff at the John M. Parrott Centre started receiving flu shots this week. Staff reported this among a list of other highlights in their monthly compliance report.

At the Behavioural Supports Ontario (BSO) Integration Day in Kingston this month, the centre featured a program for families dealing with dementia that was developed by their BSO lead Michelle Hickey Clark. It includes a full day education session for families focused on the “Dementia Journey.” According to staff, it has been well received, and has been shared with the south east BSO team.

Staff also noted the centre is less reliant on agencies for hiring, and are also seeing consistent users of their respite services.

The centre has three managers participating in a four-month long-term care management training program through AdvantageON. It includes small group sessions, one-on-one coaching sessions and sector specific management training.

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County examining strategies to take on rapid increase in homelessness
October 17, 2024 by Ted Evans

Prince Edward Lennox and Addington Social Services (PELASS) brought forth a report to council this week detailing the issues and possible solutions for a rapid increase in homelessness in the area. The report noted opioid-based overdoses in the area as well.

PELASS currently has a list of 87 people who are known to be homeless in area. Out of those, 69 are in Lennox and Addington County and 18 are in Prince Edward County.

In their report, staff noted PELASS receives funding through the Homelessness Prevention Program. PELASS uses this funding to provide life stabilization services to people experiencing a housing crisis, fund community agencies to address homelessness, and to fund rent supplements.

PELASS helps with financial assistance, finding and maintaining housing, and making connections to community resources. They also works with other community organizations to discuss collective actions that can be taken to improve outcomes for people experiencing homelessness.

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County to explore $15M affordable housing project
September 24, 2024 by Ted Evans

Staff at Lennox and Addington county are exploring a partnership with one or more of the lower-tier municipalities for a $15.7M affordable housing project. Council received the report at their meeting on Sept. 18.

With a 42-unit building mentioned in the report, staff also spoke to council about other multi-unit options in one or more of the municipalities. The estimated total cost is based on the partnership including the donation of land and an exemption for development charges.

As of July, there are 477 individuals/families on the centralized waitlist for rent-geared-to-income housing. The largest need based on the centralized waitlist is for one-bedroom units.

Staff noted that if the project were to move forward, all funding opportunities would be applied for. The working group has also reviewed existing county-owned properties, but noted no suitable properties for this type of project.

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County staff address public concerns about Highway 41 closure
September 20, 2024 by Ted Evans

This week, Lennox and Addington addressed concerns about the current Highway 41 closure for culvert replacements raised by the township of Addington Highlands, but weren’t able to offer an immediate solution.

To address potential reductions in service, emergency services are planning to add staff in the northern area of the closure. They have coordinated with the Central Ambulance Communication Centre (CACC) to ensure neighboring services are informed, and to mitigate delays in critical situations, according to Lennox and Addington. Transporting patients from this area will require rerouting to hospitals in Perth, Belleville, or Kingston, as going to Napanee would be significantly longer. Overall, these adjustments are aimed at minimizing impact during the closure, but offer no solution other than detouring around the closure.

A road closure notice was issued on Aug. 30 informing emergency services, residents, and businesses that closures would take place from Sept. 16-25.

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Lennox and Addington seeking almost $3M for improvements to County Road 6
September 19, 2024 by Ted Evans

Staff at Lennox and Addington county will be applying for nearly $3M to reconstruct a portion of County Road 6 between Taylor Kidd and Highway 33.

This week, Council approved staff to apply under the Municipal Housing Infrastructure Program (MHIP) through the Housing Enabling Core Servicing Stream (HECS).

Successful projects could see costs shared 50/50 with the province. Projects funded through the program will include repair and expansion of municipal roads and bridges that will help promote growth for developing communities. The estimated cost for the County Road 6 project is $6M.

County staff reviewed potential projects including the county road 23 extension, new roads in
Greater Napanee connecting Bridge to Jim Kimmett, and the County Road 1 realignment. Based on the funding criteria, staff chose the reconstruction of County Road 6 to be the best candidate for funding approval. This project would include intersection improvements as well.

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John M. Parrott Centre to receive over $400,000 in upgrades
September 19, 2024 by Ted Evans

The John M. Parrott Centre (JMPC) long term care home will be updating and replacing a range of equipment and infrastructure after having received over $427,000 from the province this month.

This one-time funding from the ministry of long-term care has seen all long-term care homes in Ontario receive $2,543 per bed for installation of sprinklers. The initiative is designed to help homes meet Ontario fire code requirements by Jan. 1, 2025. Any homes that already had sprinklers, such as JMPC, were able to use the funds elsewhere to address key priorities in their spaces.

The JMPC will be fully updating its wireless phone system, as their current phones have reached the end of their life and replacement parts are no longer available. Staff have also budgeted for 70 new chairs for residents’ rooms, new digital call bell displays, and the replacement of hand rails throughout the centre.

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L&A Studio Tour to host live music for first time
August 30, 2024 by Ted Evans

The L&A Studio Tour will feature live music at the studios for the first time this year.

The weekend features 32 artists in 17 studios located in Lennox and Addington County. The tour runs Sept. 7- 8, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day, and participants are invited to visit different studios throughout the county.

With a chance to meet artists in their studios and homes, there will also be live music taking place in various spaces from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. each day. Participants can learn about each artist’s artistic process, see demos in various mediums, and purchase new artworks from the artists. The musical acts to be featured throughout the weekend are Kathryn McConnell, Tim Babcock, The Cork Sniffers, Jen Calder, Steve Giberson, Kay Francis, and Steve Tanner.

It is a self-guided tour with no cost for admission. A tour map and guide-book are available for download on the event website.

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Townend elected to Association of Municipalities Ontario board in rural caucus
August 23, 2024 by Ted Evans

The deputy mayor of Loyalist Township and deputy warden of Lennox and Addington County has been elected to the Association of Municipalities Ontario (AMO) executive board in the rural caucus. Nathan Townend will serve for the 2024-2026 term.

Nine candidates were up for election to fill the four spots on the board. With Townend as the first representative from the area in years, he notes that more locally-related issues will be brought to the table.

Townend also noted other representatives from Eastern Ontario that sit on the same, or similar boards. Mayor of Westport Robin Jones is the president elect, Mayor of Kingston Bryan Patterson sits on the large urban caucus, and Mayor of Mississippi Mills Christa Lowry is the chair of rural caucus.

The AMO represents and advocates for municipalities in the province. Members of these boards help develop government policy, relaying concerns and issues that municipalities face.

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