Deputy Mayor Frayne attended the rededication ceremony for the Legion monument and Vimy Oaks. He noted that the Huron Manufacturing Association Gala is coming up, and shared pamphlets about new pedestrian crossings.
Councillor Vaughan requested an update on the response to positions posted for committee members for the Recreation Centre/Community Hub and the Pool/Washroom projects. CAO Best advised that there has been very few responses and he will extend the timeline and ask for applications at the Public Information session on October 4. 2017.
Councillor Oke congratulated the County on the successful tent at the International Plowing Match and thanked South Huron volunteers.
Councillor Tomes noted his appreciation to those that helped with the Canada 150 Past and Present Council dinner. It was well attended and many positive comments have been received about the event.
Councillor Tomes requested clarification of the procedure for disposing of municipal lands. CAO Best advised of the process and clarified that disposing of jointly owned property would require collaboration with the other owner.
Councillor DeLuca noted that the Canada 150 Past and Present Council Dinner was a successful event, enjoyed by attendees.
Mayor Cole attended IPM and noted it was a great success. She reviewed interest shown by visitors to the South Huron barn regarding the proposed Community Hub project and concerns about increased property taxes.
Mayor Cole shared the O.P.P. strategic plan for the next three years, as developed by Inspector Younan.
She reiterated the need to explore funding options and she will proceed with exploring those options to move forward with recreation projects.
Councillor DeLuca noted the need for the CAO to be included in that process.