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May 15, 2025
Council Highlights
Capacity Report – Richmond Water System
A Report was presented regarding the Richmond Water System and cost
estimates for a system expansion to 50 m3/day. Stantec estimated the cost of
expanding the system at $1,040,500 + HST, which would allow for 12 additional
connections in Richmond. The CAO, who presented the Report on behalf of the
Manager of Capital Projects, mentioned that the cost is $80,000 -$90,000 per new
connection, and our current development charge revenues only cover a small
portion of that.
Council received the Report for information and is not proceeding with a system
expansion at this time.
Emerson Official Plan / Rezoning Application
Council received a Report for a combined Official Plan and Zoning By-law
Amendment for 1498855 Ontario Inc. (Tim Emerson) for 92 Edison Drive, Vienna.
The Report was to be pulled from the Agenda by staff due to the Long Point Region
Conservation Authority advising of concerns that arose just prior to the meeting.
Council opted to pass a motion to keep the item on the Agenda for consideration.
Council ultimately adopted both applications. The Official Plan Amendment will now
be sent to Elgin County for consideration and approval.
Councillor Emerson did not participate in discussions, nor did he vote on the matter.
Development Charges Presentation
Council received a follow-up Report regarding the May 1, 2025 presentation from
Byron Tan (Watson and Associates) regarding development charges. Development
charges are a fee levied on new development at the time when a building permit is
issued. This ensures that new development is not subsidized by existing landowners.
Bayham already has development charges in place for water and wastewater. These
potential new development charges would be for fire services, parks and recreation,
and roads.
Council received information from the Treasurer and CAO regarding Bill 17 and its
potential impacts to any new development charge. The Report also addressed
Malahide as a comparator. The Treasurer mentioned that a number of Elgin
municipalities are undergoing development charge reviews, so their own may
change. Council directed staff to proceed with the completion of the Development
Charge Background Study, including the rates from the May 1, 2025 presentation.
Once complete, the Study will be made public for review.
For further details, view the meeting agenda and minutes HERE
and watch the YouTube live-stream HERE
DATED at the Municipality of Bayham this 20th day of May, 2025.
Municipality of Bayham
PO Box 160
56169 Heritage Line
Straffordville, ON N0J 1Y0
Telephone: 519-866-5521