A lengthy debate ensued at the North Huron regular council meeting on July 16 after Reeve Paul Heffer put forward a Notice of Motion to reconsider their original decision to deny payment of an invoice from the Knights of Columbus for work they considered unauthorized.
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North Huron joins Southwestern Ontario Isotope Coalition
The Township of North Huron has joined the Southwestern Ontario Isotope Coalition (SOIC), becoming the newest partner in the growing and dynamic sector dedicated to promoting and supporting the research, investment opportunities, development, and production of isotopes.
North Perth officially appoints new CBO
Council unanimously passed a bylaw at its July 8 meeting to officially appoint Sally McMullen as the Chief Building Official (CBO) for the Municipality of North Perth.
Integrity commissioner finds Kellum did not have conflict of interest
A report by Guy Giorno, Integrity Commissioner for the Municipality of North Perth, dated July 2, 2024, found Deputy Mayor Doug Kellum did not violate the Municipal Conflict of Interest Act. The report stemmed from a complaint made by Ron Scott.
Mildmay subdivision project discussed by South Bruce council
Council here recommended the adoption of an Official Plan (OP) amendment during the July 9 meeting, the proposed project including several new residential units.
Council removes holding on Listowel mobile home community expansion
Council agreed to remove a holding provision, thus allowing the expansion of the Listowel mobile home community at its July 8 council meeting.
Repairs planned on Bruce Road 6 bridge
Bridge rehabilitation repairs will be taking place at Fischer Bridge on Bruce Road 6, between Bruce Road 4 and Bruce Road 12, east of Teeswater later this month.
Brockton has a new deputy mayor – Kym Hutcheon
Brockton has a new deputy mayor – Kym Hutcheon.
Robins appointed deputy chief
Council here received a Fire Department Appointment report during the July 9 meeting and officially appointed Jeff Robins the new deputy chief.
Arran-Elderslie appoints new CAO
Mayor Steve Hammell and Members of Arran-Elderslie Council recently announced that, after an extensive recruitment search, Emily Dance has been recruited as the new chief administrative officer (CAO) for Arran-Elderslie, effective Tuesday, Aug. 6.
Local author launches series of books with information on community businesses
Author and entrepreneur Kevin McKague has just launched a series of 26 books that promise to be a great resource for those interested in learning more about Bruce County businesses and their owners, from the late 1800s to the early 1900s.
Council approves zoning bylaw amendment for farm dwelling
A planning matter came before Brockton council on July 9, with a recommendation that council not approve a zoning bylaw amendment for a property west of Chepstow. Council voted contrary to the recommendation and approved the amendment.
Two of three convictions overturned in Stephen Hill appeal
Huron County Justice Timothy G. Macdonald dismissed two of three convictions against Wingham restaurant owner Stephen Hill (Buck and Jo’s Restaurant) in a July 11 decision on appeal of the sentencing and fines in the case.
Council defers decision on community flagpole, seeking input from diversity committee
Council had requested that staff collect information regarding the potential installation of a Community Flagpole for the Municipality of North Perth.
Character Square parkette opened
The Municipality of North Perth held a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the grand opening of the new parkette located in the downtown core of Listowel on July 3.
