Change of Date - Budget Meeting The Budget meeting scheduled to take place on December 18, 2024 has been re-scheduled to December 10, 2024 (8:30 am to 1:00 pm).

Notice of a Public Meeting Pursuant to the Planning Act Concerning A Temporary Use By-law (Z3-24) (253 Barrie Street, Thornton, Con 11 N Pt Lot 15) The Township of Essa Council will hold a public meeting on Wednesday, December 4, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. at the Essa Administration Centre (5786 County Road No. 21, near Baxter) to consider a Temporary Use By-law Amendment for 253 Barrie Street. The proposal requests temporary permission to use a single-family dwelling as a real estate office in a Residential (R1) zone, where commercial use is not typically permitted. Residents are encouraged to attend and provide feedback. Written submissions are also welcome. For more information or to receive notice of the decision, contact Development Planner Owen Curnew (ocurnew@essatownship.on.ca) or the Clerk's office (llehr@essatownship.on.ca).

Employment Opportunity: Engineering Coordinator The Township of Essa seeks a detail-oriented Engineering Coordinator to support capital and development projects, enforce agreements, and manage engineering standards. Key qualifications include a degree or diploma in Civil Engineering, strong Civil 3D/AutoCAD skills, and a valid Class "G" driver's license. This full-time role offers a salary range of $74,469.62 - $87,618.94, plus benefits. Apply by December 9, 2024, to Athena Piskopos at apiskopos@essatownship.on.ca. The Township is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive and accessible hiring practices.

Notice of Passage - By-law to Amend Essa's DCs Notice - a By-law to amend Essa's Development Charges By-law 2023-32 was passed by Council at its meeting of November 6, 2024.

Notice - Change to Start Time for November 20th Meetings There has been a change in the start time for the Committee of the Whole and Council meetings scheduled to take place on November 20, 2024.