Councillor Hebert asked about a contingency plan for election voter letters if there is a postal strike. The Clerk advised that the bulk of the ballots were to be mailed out on September 18, 2018.
Councillor Vaughan advised the Grand Bend Sewage Treatment financial statements are going to be sent out within the next week or so. The agreement provides for a 30 day period to give Councils the opportunity to ask questions and make comments on the financial statements. The next board meeting is November 9, 2018 and the current budget will continue until the new council passes the 2019 budget.
Councillor Vaughan mentioned that the Health and Wellness Trade show is Thursday from 2 to 7 p.m.
Councillor Oke noted the Kirkton-Woodham Fair committee did a great job and the fair was very successful with record attendance.
Councillor Tomes spoke to the Grand Bend Sewage Treatment budget and noted very little movement. He noted in the news that Huron County may build a new administration office.
Deputy Mayor Frayne advised that he is part of the building facilities review for Huron County and that the project is still in the preliminary stage. He provided guides he obtained at the AMO Conference regarding Engineered precast, modular precast bridges, a Guide to programs and services for seniors in Ontario and Age-Friendly Community Planning.
Mayor Cole attended the FCM board meeting and read the press release that will be added to correspondence at the October 1st regular council meeting.