After significant debate regarding retrofitting existing equipment and procurement processes, the Council of the Municipality of South Bruce decided to purchase a water tank that came in 20 per cent over budget due to US tariffs.
South Bruce development charges taking shape with council direction
After receiving direction from council to continue investigating development charges (DCs) for the municipality, South Bruce staff looked for further direction on preferred exemptions, phasing in plans and discounts in the program.
Brockton community rebranding initiative closer to fruition
Communities within Brockton will be the focus of a rebranding exercise approved by municipal council last week.
Brockton defers transfer to landfill reserves due to disagreement
A $270,000 transfer to reserves was deferred by Brockton Council during its April 8 meeting, as some council members felt the move wasn’t fair to all residents.
Brockton increases summer staff due to high program demand
Due to a significant increase in interest during the 2024 summer season and a similar surge in interest this year, Brockton council approved the hiring of additional summer students to run summer day camps.
Brockton to support Walkerton homecoming with seed money and discount
The Municipality of Brockton will support the 2026 Walkerton Homecoming with seed money at council’s direction, which also sets a standard facility rental reduction for similar future requests.
With or without CanCon, start watching, listening, reading Canadian
“First of all, there is no Canadian culture. I’ve never read any Canadian literature. And when have you ever heard anyone say, ‘Honey, let’s stay in and order Canadian food?’” – Stu Smiley (as played by Kevin Pollack) in Canadian Bacon.
South Bruce approves replacement of truck
Despite a recommendation from staff to purchase a vehicle from Leslie Motors, South Bruce Council voted to go with a 2025 Chevrolet Silverado from Hallman GMC to replace a vehicle that was lost last year.
OCC’s Tisch optimistic about Canada weathering trade war
The Huron Chamber of Commerce welcomed Daniel Tisch, president and chief executive officer of the Ontario Chamber of Commerce, to Blyth to discuss the impact of tariffs on local businesses.
South Bruce Council costs top $100,000 in 2024
In 2024, South Bruce Municipal Council cost ratepayers a total of $107,345.15 between honorariums, meeting expenses, and per diems.
Organic waste, new blue box program debated by county council
As part of a discussion regarding the transition to the new blue box system and potential for collection of source-separated organics, Bruce County Council discussed numerous options for the future of waste collection in the county.
Peabody: county council decision a step in the right direction
Brockton Mayor Chris Peabody is happy with how discussion and decisions played out during Bruce County Council’s April 3 meeting regarding development in Walkerton, however there’s still more work to be done.
Webers add to record, help St. Theresa with school playground
Jace Weber, with the assistance of his sister Ruby, added to his own world record for collecting pop tabs and, in doing so, is helping to make his school more accessible.
Cargill Rookies claim provincial gold after undefeated season
The Cargill Rookies broomball team had an impressive season, going undefeated across several tournaments and once again claiming provincial gold.
Millions transferred to reserves by county council
Due to some changes to the Bruce County 2024 actual financial statements, Bruce County Council was able to earmark $2.83 million for reserves and pull $447,348 from development charges for 2024 projects.
