Council here carried two motions concerning grant applications for local properties during their July 20 regular meeting.
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Howick authorizes up to $300,000 for new pumper-tanker
HOWICK – Howick council has authorized staff to spend up to $300,000 from the township’s fire reserve to purchase a used pumper-tanker after one of the fire department’s aging trucks failed its annual pump performance test and was removed from emergency firefighting service.
Howick to partner with Hanover for technical rescue services
HOWICK – Howick Township will enter into an agreement with the Town of Hanover to provide specialized technical rescue services, with officials calling the partnership the most practical and cost-effective way to ensure residents have access to specialized emergency response capabilities.
Huron County recognizes nearly 50 employees with long-service awards
Late last month, Huron County council recognized 48 staff members with special awards for serving the county for at least 10 years.
HPPH seeking community feedback on sexual health clinics
Residents of Huron and Perth counties are invited to share their feedback through an online survey that opened on July 13.
HPPH seeking community feedback on sexual health clinics
STRATFORD – Huron Perth Public Health (HPPH) is seeking input on its sexual health clinic services. Residents of Huron and Perth counties are invited to share their feedback through an online survey that opened on July 13.
Morris-Turnberry council approves new recycling fee for industrial, commerical, institutional properties in 2027
Council here followed staff recommendations, carrying a vote to implement the industrial, commercial, and institutional (ICI) curbside recycling user fee of $160, per bin, effective January 1, 2027.
Pre-transition meeting results in questions
Maitland Conservation (MC) board has a better idea of what the amalgamation proposed for Huron County will look like after a pre-transition committee meeting was held between the conservation authorities slated to become the Lake Huron Regional Conservation Authority.
Maitland Conservation moves forward with Goderich project
Instead of holding a special meeting to approve a tender for the construction of the Goderich Restoration Complex, the Maitland Conservation (MC) board decided to give signing power to Chair Ed McGugan (Huron-Kinloss) and Vice Chair Matt Duncan (North Perth) and report back during the MC board meeti
New aerial apparatus replacement approved for fire department
The Council of the Township of North Huron approved the purchase of a refurbished aerial apparatus, replacement of Ladder 2, at its July 20 meeting.

