Deputy Mayor DeYong gave Notice of Motion and noted that at the April 14, 2025 Regular Meeting of Council she may move or cause to have moved the following:
Whereas E.L.K. Energy Inc. (“E.L.K.”) is a local electricity distribution company that services the over 12,600 customers in the communities of Belle River, Comber, Essex, Harrow, Cottam and Kingsville;
And whereas on Friday, March 14, 2025, Enwin Utilities Ltd. (“Enwin”) announced their purchase of E.L.K.;
And whereas given that electricity is a critical and essential service, Town of Kingsville Council has previously advocated to E.L.K. on behalf of Kingsville and Cottam customers for quality customer service, regular tree maintenance, and increased investments on its distribution infrastructure;
Now therefore be it resolved that Council directs Administration to write a letter to Enwin, as the new owner of E.L.K., conveying:
That Town of Kingsville Council and Administration (the “Town”) are committed to building and maintaining a positive working relationship with Enwin premised on the Town’s advocacy position for Kingsville and Cottam customers;
And that the Town is hopeful E.L.K.’s current mission statement to provide the highest quality of service to its customers by ensuring that the electrical system is designed, constructed and maintained to ensure its reliability, safety and affordability while increasing shareholder value continues, despite the purchase;
And that the Town requests the continuation of regular tree maintenance for Kingsville and Cottam customers;
And that the Town requests the expedited construction and installation of a second feeder line to increase the reliability of electricity service for customers in Kingsville and Cottam.