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On May 12, 2026, the Town of Essex is proud to support the 7th Annual Provincial Day of Action on Litter.

Town Hall and the Gesto Office will be closed on Monday, May 18, 2026, for Victoria Day. Both offices will return to regular business hours on Tuesday, May 19, 2026. Residents can report non-urgent issues online at essex.ca/reportaproblem.

The Town of Essex is initiating this study to develop a Master Plan that will provide a comprehensive and strategic framework for municipal water, wastewater, and stormwater servicing across the study area.

The Town offers many Basement Flooding Protection Subsidy Programs to assist homeowners in reducing the risk of basement flooding on private property.

Balloons can lift our spirits, but when released, they can also harm our environment.

The Town of Essex has introduced new measures to protect local ecosystems and reduce litter by restricting the intentional release of helium balloons. While balloons are often used to celebrate special moments, their environmental impact can be severe and long-lasting.

The Council for the Town of Essex will hold a Special Council Meeting on Monday, April 27, 2026, starting at 6:00pm at the Essex Municipal Building, 33 Talbot Street South, Essex, Ontario to consider an amendment to the Official Plan and the General Zoning By-law 1037 under the provisions of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990.

The Council for the Town of Essex will hold a Special Council Meeting on Monday, April 27, 2026, starting at 5:00pm at the Essex Municipal Building, 33 Talbot Street South, Essex, Ontario to consider an amendment to the General Zoning By-law 1037 under the provisions of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990.

Town Hall and the Gesto Office will be closed on Friday, April 3, 2026, and Monday, April 6, 2026, in observance of the Easter holidays. Residents can report non-urgent issues online at essex.ca/reportaproblem.