Lakeshore Approves 2024 Budget
Posted on Thursday, February 15, 2024 05:17 PM
Budget features the lowest tax rate increase in the region at 2.97%
On Thursday, February 15, 2024, Lakeshore Council approved the municipality’s 2024 Budget.
On average, the approved tax rate increase will add $54 per year ($4.50 per month) to the municipal portion of property tax bills. County of Essex and school board levies will add $122 per year ($10.16 per month).
“This was a budget process with bold, focused leadership and I greatly appreciate my fellow Council members who worked hard on...
Council Meeting Summary: February 13, 2024
Posted on Thursday, February 15, 2024 09:26 AM
The following is a summary of issues and matters that Council dealt with at the meeting held on February 13, 2024. A video recording of the meeting will also be posted at Lakeshore.ca/TV.
These highlights are not official minutes of the meeting and are meant solely for general communications. The approved minutes are the only official record of Council Proceedings and decisions.
Council:
- Received a presentation of the new Land Acknowledgement video, which will be played at all upcoming Council,...
Council Meeting (Planning) Summary: February 6, 2024
Posted on Thursday, February 08, 2024 02:21 PM
At the meeting on February 6, 2024, Lakeshore Council deliberated on several Planning Act matters. As a new addition to Council’s calendar, the meeting was the first of three Planning Act meetings scheduled for Council in 2024.
“Planning items are often some of the most important decisions that come up around the Council table,” said Mayor Tracey Bailey. “These meetings will ensure Council has the time and opportunity to deliberate on critical planning issues that may impact residents and our communities...

Lakeshore’s Pothole Filling is Underway
Posted on Monday, February 05, 2024 02:00 PM
Lakeshore's annual pothole-filling operations start to roll out this week, with crews prioritizing high-traffic roads.
Local roadways have faced particularly difficult conditions this year with several freeze-thaw cycles. The fluctuations in temperatures have caused snow to melt and then refreeze, which expands small cracks in roads and creates potholes. Recent wintry weather has also delayed the start of pothole-filling, as staff have focused on snow clearing and salting local roads.
"We've...

Lakeshore’s 2024 Collection Calendar is Now Available
Posted on Monday, February 05, 2024 09:40 AM
Lakeshore’s 2024 collection calendar is now available online and has been mailed out to residents and businesses through Canada Post. Residents can expect to have their copy in the mail later this week or early next week!
If residents have not received their calendars by February 20, 2024, a limited number of printed versions will be available at the Atlas Tube Recreation Centre and Lakeshore Town Hall for pickup. The Essex-Windsor Solid Waste Authority will also upload an online version for...
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