200609 Development AGDThe Corporation of the Town of Tillsonburg
Economic Development Advisory Committee Meeting
June 9, 2020
7:30 a.m.
Electronic Meeting
AGENDA
1.Roll Call
2.Call to Order
3.Adoption of Agenda
Proposed Resolution #1
Moved by:
Seconded by:
THAT the Agenda as prepared for the Economic Development Advisory Committee
meeting of June 9, 2020, be adopted.
4.Adoption of Previous Minutes
Proposed Resolution #2
Moved by:
Seconded by:
THAT the Minutes as prepared for the Economic Development Advisory Committee
meeting of April 14, 2020, be adopted.
5.Disclosures of Pecuniary Interest and the General Nature Thereof
6.General Business & Reports
6.1 Monthly Projects Update
6.2 Mayor’s COVID Business Recovery Working Group- Update on Actions
6.2.1 COVID-19 Business Impact Survey 2.0 Results Summary
6.2.2 Webinar Series Update (Getting on the Road to Recovery)
6.3 Future Industrial Lands Update
6.4 Economic Development Strategy Update
6.5 Tillsonburg Hydro Inc.
6.5.1 Hydro Subcommittee Update – Presentation to THI Board on May 26
6.6 Town Hall Task Force
6.7 Community Strategic Plan
6.7.1 Excellence in Local Government
6.7.2 Economic Sustainability
6.7.3 Demographic Balance
6.7.4 Culture and Community
7.Community Organization Updates
7.1 Downtown Business Improvement Association
7.2 Tillsonburg District Chamber of Commerce
7.3 Tillsonburg District Real Estate Board
7.3.1 April 2020
8.Round Table
9.Next Meeting
10. Adjournment
Proposed Resolution #3
Moved by:
Seconded by:
THAT the June 9, 2020 Economic Development Advisory Committee meeting be
adjourned at _____ a.m.
The Corporation of the Town of Tillsonburg
Economic Development Advisory Committee Meeting
April 14, 2020
7:30 a.m.
Electronic Meeting
MINUTES
Present: Collette Takacs, Randy Thornton, Councillor Deb Gilvesy Jesse Goossens,
Andrew Burns, Steve Spanjers, Lisa Gilvesy, Cedric Tomico
Staff: Kyle Pratt, CAO; Cephas Panschow, Development Commissioner; Laura
Pickersgill, Legislative Services Coordinator
Guest: Suzanne Renken, CEO, Tillsonburg District Chamber of Commerce
Regrets: Jeff VanRybroeck, Mayor Stephen Molnar, Kirby Heckford, Lindsay-Morgan
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1. Call to Order
The meeting was called to order at 7:37 a.m.
2. Adoption of Agenda
Resolution #1
Moved by: Deb Gilvesy
Seconded by: Cedric Tomico
THAT the Agenda as prepared for the Economic Development Advisory Committee
Special meeting of April 14, 2020, be adopted.
Carried
3. Minutes of the Previous Meeting
Resolution #2
Moved by: Cedric Tomico
Seconded by: Andrew Burns
THAT the Minutes as prepared for the Economic Development Advisory Committee
Special meeting of April 7, 2020, be adopted.
Carried
4. Disclosures of Pecuniary Interest and the General Nature Thereof
None
5. Local Business Support Programs
Cedric Tomico noted that businesses can provide information using the following
links to assist advertising their business during this pandemic:
https://www.country1073.ca/supportlocal
https://www.easy1013.ca/supportlocal
http://www.jack1023.com/supportlocal
It was suggested that a website be set up to allow local businesses to sell their
goods and services online to encourage consumers to purchase locally rather than
shopping on Amazon, for example.
The Development Commissioner noted that there is a list being compiled on the
services/deliveries/curbside pickups that local businesses are providing. It was
suggested that this list be made available on the Town’s website and in PDF
document format. It was noted that the survey link circulated to local businesses will
remain active.
The Emergency Response Microloan will assist smaller businesses to gain access
to financial loans as some businesses do not have a large enough payroll base to
qualify for other Provincial loans.
It was suggested that promotion of the Community Garden with information on how
to can and jar goods would be beneficial.
Council to receive the potential of deferring property taxes and water/wastewater
fees at the Council meeting to be held this evening. Applications must be made to
defer a property tax due date. Councillor Gilvesy will seek clarity at this evening’s
Council meeting on what “proof” is required to be eligible for property tax deferral.
Discussion was held regarding the difficulty surrounding property tax deferrals as
many property managers/landlords rely on rent as part of their income.
It was suggested that the Committee could draft a letter to Town Council, County
Council and/or the Provincial Government providing suggestions to assist the local
economy.
It was noted that the discussion took place at the Mayor’s COVID-19 Working Group
about whether local businesses need to come together to discuss available
resources and strategies. The Working Group decided that this was not necessary
as there is already information available to business owners on programs and
resources.
It was suggested that a series of webinars be developed to allow local professionals
to answer generic local business owners’ questions. Suzanne Renken indicated she
could get access to a registration application for this purpose as well as Chamber
members could be invited to participate in the webinar series. It was recommended
that these series be held to target different sized businesses and be held at various
times throughout the day. It was suggested that participant’s questions be identified
prior to the webinar to allow for the panel to prepare an appropriate answer. The
following individuals indicated interest in participating in setting up this series: Cedric
Tomico, Jesse Goossens, Collette Takacs, Cephas Panschow, Suzanne Renken
and Deb Gilvesy. It was noted that Shane Curtis, member of the Mayor’s COVID-19
Working Group, be invited to participate in this initiative. Councillor Gilvesy will
introduce this initiative at tonight’s Council meeting.
A summary of the Barter Pay Program was provided. Suzanne Renken noted that
this program will be introduced online. This program gives businesses the
opportunity to get rid of inventory and receive inventory.
It was suggested that an emphasis on the importance of shopping local be
advertised.
It was suggested that the Marketing Coordinator for the BIA could put together short
videos showcasing local businesses. The program ‘WeVideo’ was recommended as
a tool to use. Suzanne Renken noted that she could reach out to the Chamber’s
contact for developing short videos.
“Day Zero” is new terminology emerging that is referencing the ‘day’ when things go
back to normal.
6. Next Meeting
To Be Determined
7. Adjournment
Resolution #3
Moved by: Deb Gilvesy
Seconded by: Collette Takacs
THAT the April 14, 2020 Economic Development Advisory Committee Special
meeting be adjourned at 9:05 a.m.
Carried
Monthly Project Update – (June 2020)
Prepared for the Economic Development Advisory Committee
Project Name/Reference Status
Downtown Business Development Staff preparing a marketing profile based on data from the retail study to
support retail recruitment efforts.
Development of a vacant space marketing program initiated.
Future Industrial Growth Consider listing the properties on MLS and/or using the Town’s online
tendering software. Draft survey for input from realtors and construction
industry professionals has been prepared.
Preliminary Servicing Plan has been prepared for lands in the Highway 3
west corridor.
High Tech Manufacturing Sub-
cluster Action Plan
Delayed due to pandemic.
Hydro Subcommittee Delegation at the May 26, 2020 board meeting.
Post-Secondary Education
Enhancements
Program delayed due to labour unrest then pandemic.
Town Hall Project Delayed due to pandemic.
Van Norman Innovation Park Environmental Compliance Applications submitted February 20
(MOECP) and March 2 (County). Requested expedited response by mid
June. Tenders are in progress for release. Rezoning for south lands
submitted. Electrical grid design underway.
Wayfinding Signage Update Delayed due to pandemic.
Survey Results -
COVID-19
Business Impact
Survey 2.0
May 7, 2020
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Summary
•Second Business Impact Survey
•First one closed March 31
•Second one ran from April 23 to May 4, 2020
•131 responses versus 71 Responses to the first
business impact survey
•An increase of 85%!
•Tillsonburg administered the survey for all of
Oxford County
•Results will used to help advocate for Tillsonburg
and Oxford County
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Presentation Title | Section
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Summary
•No respondents indicated that they had closed
their business permanently
•60% of respondents had accessed government
support
•Good representation from across all sectors
•A few key points from the overall Oxford Survey
•52% of respondents had accessed government support
•Tillsonburg had the highest number of respondents with
131 (28%) followed by Woodstock at 124 (26%)
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Thanks!
Cephas Panschow
Development Commissioner
Town of Tillsonburg
519.688.5651
cpanschow@tillsonburg.ca
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39 OXFORD STREET, Tillsonburg, ON N4G2G2
MLS®#:242218
Price:$469,900.00
DOM:124 Status:Active
Sqft Total:0
Year Built:List Date:29-Jan-2020
Lot Size: Under .5 Acre
Lot Front:101 Acres:
Recreational:Waterfront:No No
Building Type:Business
Subdistrict:SW
Access: Municipal road
Fantastic location for yo ur business interests. List of po tential uses and
chattels available. Building and business may be purchased through a
share purchase agreement. Business name is not included. All o ffers must
be co nditional fo r 7 business days upo n Seller's lawyer approval.
J. E. NEWTON REALTY LTD, BROKERAGE
KEN WILLIAMS, Sales Representative (519) 688-7598
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14 GLENDALE DRIVE, Tillsonburg, ON N4G 1J2
MLS®#:244732
Price:$445,000.00
DOM:108 Status:Active
Sqft Total:1
Year Built:List Date:14-Feb-2020
Lot Size: 0.5-0.99 Acres
Lot Front:126 Acres:0.70
Recreational:No Waterfront:No No
Building Type:Institutional
Subdistrict:NW
Access: Municipal road, Paved Ro ad
Beautiful red brick church on a large lot in the heart of Tillsonburg. Enter
into this solid one sto rey brick building & be greeted by a huge
fo yer/vestibule. The main building o ffers a massive o pen concept
worship/meeting roo m, stained glass windo ws, high cathedral ceiling
with hardwo od floors/benches and seating fo r 200+. Private office. A full
lo wer level service kitchen & meeting roo m/auditorium. Multi stall his &
hers washrooms alo ng with storage areas. This building was constructed
in 1955 & has been beautifully maintained & cared for. Large o n-site
fenced parking area with rear sto rage shed. Minor Institutio nal Zone (IN1)
allo ws for many attractive do wntown uses (IE: Daycare, scho ol, residence
or home o ccupation). Call for full list. This property has Two(2) New
furnaces and Central Air Conditio ning. Newer 50 year ro of. Pro perty is
currently rented month to mo nth. Sign on front yard included. This
building and pro perty has been superbly maintained by present
congregation/o wner.
COLDWELL BANKER - G.R.PARET REALTY LIMITED, BROKERAGE
GARY PARET, Bro ker o f Record (519) 983-6357
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85 BROADWAY STREET, Tillsonburg, ON N4G 3P5
MLS®#:243295
Price:$59,900.00
DOM:117 Status:Active
Sqft Total:0
Year Built:List Date:05-Feb-2020
Lot Size: No t Applicable
Lot Front:0 Acres:
Recreational:No Waterfront:No No
Building Type:Retail
Subdistrict:SW
ESTABLISHED BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY! Premium, high-visibility locatio n
in the heart o f downto wn Tillso nburg. Located in fully restored, turn of
the century building with soaring ceilings and exposed brick. Nestled
among stylish boutiques and restaurants. Fun, diversified turn-key
o peration has no competitors in the region. Key pro duct lines include
Canada Billiards and Winmau. Exceptional gro wth potential to expand.
Ideal for the motivated entrepreneur who is young at heart. Owners are
retiring from lo ng-term 20 + year family-run business with exemplary
reputation within the region. They will assist you in the transitio n and
possible financing to the right buyer!
RE/MAX TWIN CITY REALTY INC., BROKERAGE
DAVID SCHOOLEY, . 519-577-1212
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86 BROADWAY STREET, Tillsonburg, ON N4G 3P6
MLS®#:257440
Price:$4,000.00
DOM:21 Status:Active
Sqft Total:3,000
Year Built:List Date:11-May-2020
Lot Size: U nder .5 Acre
Lot Front:36 Acres:
Recreational:Waterfront:No No
Building Type:Mixed
Subdistrict:NE
Access: Municipal road
Amazing 3,000 sq ft space lo cated in downtown Tillso nburg with excellent
main street expo sure. Exterio r facade recently updated maintaining the
character and charm of this beautiful brick building. One entrance with
two separate spaces, easily converted back to one entire space. Two
washroo ms, sto rage room, two boardroo ms, and a lunchroom area. There
is also rear access that backs onto a public parking lot. Lease term and
possession are flexible. Plenty of business uses allowed with the
Commerical zoning. Currently used as a professional o ffice space.
CENTURY 21 HERITAGE HOUSE LTD, BROKERAGE
CHRIS DECLARK, Sales Representative (519) 983-7000
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510 BROADWAY STREET, Tillso nburg, ON N4G3S5
MLS®#:248288
Price:$2,700.00
DOM:87 Status:Active
Sqft Total:2,000
Year Built:1986 List Date:06-Mar-2020
Lot Size: Under .5 Acre
Lot Front:0 Acres:
Recreational:No Waterfront:No No
Building Type:Retail
Subdistrict:NE
Access: Municipal road
High traffic street and exposure on No rth Broadway. Plenty o f o n site
parking. Adjacent to DNT Variety Co nvenience Sto re. Open span interior
with ceramic tile floo r. Service Commercial Zo ning. Landlord requires
minimum 2 year lease. All measurements are approximate.
RE/MAX TRI-COUNTY REALTY INC. BROKERAGE
LISA DEVOLDER, Sales Representative (519) 688-9140
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69 BROADWAY STREET, Tillsonburg, ON N4G3P4
MLS®#:241780
Price:$1,500.00
DOM:126 Status:Active
Sqft Total:1,100
Year Built:1950 List Date:27-Jan-2020
Lot Size: Under .5 Acre
Lot Front:20 Acres:
Recreational:No Waterfront:No No
Building Type:Retail
Subdistrict:SW
Access: Municipal road, Paved Ro ad, Year Round
Plenty of space and great blank canvas o pportunity to be downtown at
highly visible lo catio n. Central commercial zo ning allo ws for many
potential uses. Gross/All inclusive lease and term are entirely flexible and
ideal for any startup. Ideal office, retail, shop, etc. Call today fo r your
private showing.
CENTURY 21 HERITAGE HOUSE LTD, BROKERAGE
LANCE MACKENZIE, Sales Representative (226) 378-0345
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8 WASHINGTON GRAND AVENUE, Tillso nburg, ON N4G 1Y5
MLS®#:248029
Price:$650.00
DOM:74 Status:Active
Year Built:List Date:19-Mar-2020
Lot Size: Under .5 Acre
Lot Front:0 Acres:
Recreational:Waterfront:No No
Building Type:Mixed
Subdistrict:SW
Access: Municipal road, Paved Road, Year Round
PRIME LOCATION in downtown Tillsonburg! Current Business has enjoyed
for three decades, and this space is now available to ensure your business
thrives, to o. Approximately 650 sq. ft. of usable space is strategically
positio ned; close to all amenities including gro cery, shopping, banking,
medical, restaurants, library and many more. The zo ning is CC Commercial
with many uses permitted. Plenty of additional sto rage in the lower level
to better organize yo ur space and manage inventory. Ample street parking,
as well as a high visibility signage opportunity o n the so uth side of the
building. Call now for more details o r to view this gorgeous space!
ROYAL LEPAGE R.E.WOOD REALTY, BROKERAGE
DAVID BENNETT, Broker (519) 550-6642
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239 BROADWAY STREET, Tillsonburg, ON N4G 3R2
MLS®#:200303
Price:$30.00
DOM:346 Status:Active
Sqft Total:6,955
Year Built:List Date:21-Jun-2019
Lot Size: U nder .5 Acre
Lot Front:67 Acres:0.16
Recreational:Waterfront:No No
Building Type:Mixed
Subdistrict:SW
Access: Year Round
This build-to-suit opportunity is located in a very high traffic area!
Situated on the corner of Broadway St. and Bridge St. - have your new and
improved lo catio n designed to suit your exacting wants and needs. Site is
surrounded by many national chains including, but no t limited to: Metro,
Pita Pit, Canadian Tire, Medpoint Healthcare, Walmart, Kelsey's Restaurant,
LCBO. Site is zoned CC (Central Commercial) which provides fo r a number
of retail and co mmercial allo wances. The landlord is willing to build to a
maximum fo otprint o f approx. 6955 sq. ft. on the site. - all subject to
municipal co nfo rmity and to wn by-law allo wances.
ROYAL LEPAGE R.E.WOOD REALTY, BROKERAGE
DAVID BENNETT, Broker (519) 550-6642
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230 LISGAR AVENUE, Tillsonburg, ON N4G 4L4
MLS®#:248095
Price:$13.00
DOM:89 Status:Active
Sqft Total:3,837
Year Built:1975 List Date:04-Mar-2020
Lot Size: Not Applicable
Lot Front:0 Acres:
Recreational:Waterfront:No No
Building Type:Mixed, Retail
Subdistrict:NE
Totally renovated Lisgar Heights Plaza is filling up fast! Great retail or
professional business office in premium locatio n in the hub of Tillsonburg.
Spo rts and main recreatio n centre is directly across the road and high
populatio n density all along Lisgar Ave. Zoning is SC-E which allows retail,
o ffice, medical o r personal services. Units available from 1,000 square feet
to 1,570 square feet. Do n't hesitate to make this your new professio nal
business address!
ROYAL LEPAGE R.E.WOOD REALTY, BROKERAGE
DANE WILLSON, Broker (519) 777-2738
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101 SPRUCE STREET, Tillsonburg, ON N4G 5C4
MLS®#:224826
Price:$4.95
DOM:243 Status:Active
Sqft Total:55,581
Year Built:List Date:02-Oct-2019
Lot Size: 3-9.99 Acres
Lot Front:372 Acres:
Recreational:Waterfront:No No
Building Type:Industrial
Subdistrict:SW
55,581 sq.ft. Industrial building available for lease o n 4.43 acres of land.
Withing approximately 20 minutes o f Highway 401. Fenced and gated yard
with security cameras. Building complete with outdoo r patio , two floo rs of
office space with private offices and boardroom.
CBRE LIMITED
PETER WHATMORE, Broker (519) 673-6444
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TILLSONBURG DISTRICT REAL ESTATE BOARD
YEAR TO DATE MONTHLY
2020 2019 % Difference 2020 2019 % Difference
$ value of Total Units Sold $90,151,515 $101,953,128 -11.58%$17,490,000 $37,898,422 -53.85%
$ value of Residential Units Sold $77,835,615 $83,569,578 -6.86%$15,821,000 $33,335,972 -52.54%
$ value of Other Units Sold $12,315,900 $18,383,550 $1,669,000 $4,562,450
Total # of Units Sold 215 251 -14.34%46 92 -50.00%
# of Residential Units Sold 189 213 -11.27%41 81 -49.38%
# of Other Units Sold 26 38 5 11
Total # of New Listings 316 389 -18.77%56 119 -52.94%
Total # of New Residential Listings 258 307 -15.96%45 97 -53.61%
Total # of Other New Listings 58 82 11 22
Total # Currently on Market See Monthly Numbers 202
# of Residential Currently on Market See Monthly Numbers 136
# of Other Listings Currently on Mkt See Monthly Numbers 66
Accum.Accum.Month Reporting Month Reporting
SALES BY CATEGORY 2020 TTL 2019 TTL 2020 2019 AVERAGE RESIDENTIAL SALE PRICE
$0 - $159,999 13 19 4 7
$160,000 - $179,999 4 1 1 0 2020 2019 % Difference
$180,000 - $199,999 2 2 0 0 MONTH $385,878 $411,555 -6.24%
$200,000 - $499,999 144 184 33 67 YTD $411,829 $392,345 4.97%
$500,000 - $599,999 23 23 4 9
$600,000 - $799,999 22 11 3 4
Over - $800,000 7 11 1 5
MLS® ACTIVITY FOR THE MONTH ENDING APRIL, 2020
Bayham Munic, Norfolk County, Norwich Twp, South-West Oxford Twp, Tillsonburg
YTD Totals - New Listings are run monthly as a ytd total & may not match the month to month accumulative total due to deleted listing(s)
The information only represents MLS® listings sold and reported through the Ontario Collective®. The information has been drawn from sources deemed to be reliable,
but the accuracy and completeness of the information is not guaranteed. In providing this information, the Tillsonburg District Real Estate Board does not assume any responsibility or liability.
TILLSONBURG DISTRICT REAL ESTATE BOARD
YEAR TO DATE MONTHLY
2020 2019 % Difference 2020 2019 % Difference
$ value of Total Units Sold $117,760,667 $144,359,371 -18.43%$27,609,152 $42,406,243 -34.89%
$ value of Residential Units Sold $101,478,267 $114,485,721 -11.36%$23,642,652 $30,916,143 -23.53%
$ value of Other Units Sold $16,282,400 $29,873,650 $3,966,500 $11,490,100
Total # of Units Sold 274 338 -18.93%59 87 -32.18%
# of Residential Units Sold 241 284 -15.14%52 71 -26.76%
# of Other Units Sold 33 54 7 16
Total # of New Listings 400 503 -20.48%84 114 -26.32%
Total # of New Residential Listings 334 408 -18.14%76 101 -24.75%
Total # of Other New Listings 66 95 8 13
Total # Currently on Market See Monthly Numbers 204
# of Residential Currently on Market See Monthly Numbers 136
# of Other Listings Currently on Mkt See Monthly Numbers 68
Accum.Accum.Month Reporting Month Reporting
SALES BY CATEGORY 2020 TTL 2019 TTL 2020 2019 AVERAGE RESIDENTIAL SALE PRICE
$0 - $159,999 15 26 2 7
$160,000 - $179,999 6 3 2 2 2020 2019 % Difference
$180,000 - $199,999 2 3 0 1 MONTH $454,666 $435,439 4.42%
$200,000 - $499,999 178 230 35 46 YTD $421,072 $403,119 4.45%
$500,000 - $599,999 33 31 10 8
$600,000 - $799,999 28 24 6 13
Over - $800,000 12 21 4 10
but the accuracy and completeness of the information is not guaranteed. In providing this information, the Tillsonburg District Real Estate Board does not assume any responsibility or liability.
MLS® ACTIVITY FOR THE MONTH ENDING MAY, 2020
Bayham Munic, Norfolk County, Norwich Twp, South-West Oxford Twp, Tillsonburg
YTD Totals - New Listings are run monthly as a ytd total & may not match the month to month accumulative total due to deleted listing(s)
The information only represents MLS® listings sold and reported through the Ontario Collective®. The information has been drawn from sources deemed to be reliable,