Township Seeks Input on Ranked Ballot Proposal
Voter turnout in the last Cavan Monaghan municipal election exceeded that of the four previous elections, because of, or in some opinions despite of, the introduction of electronic voting. In addition, the results were delivered in less than 15 minutes, and best of all, the process was less expensive than the traditional paper ballot…
Peterborough Police Develop Next Three-Year Strategic Plan
Consultants Michael Mitchel and Maurice Hodgson introduced themselves to Council members at the January 16th meeting and explained their role in preparing the next Business plan for the Peterborough Police Service, a task they have performed for Peterborough and other forces many times. The preparation of a plan is regulatory requirement for all Ontario…
Council Column: So what has been going on with the Millbrook Dam you ask?
The simple answer is a lot. The most obvious activities to date have been centered around strengthening the toe berm and stopping a leak around the penstock intake. The toe berm runs along the back side (dry side) of the dam, reinforcing the structure by giving it added width at the base. The penstock…
Free Tax Clinic on March 24
Cathy Meehan, pictured here, the Office Manager at Centennial Place, is inviting residents to meet with a group of volunteers who prepare tax returns for free. Your return needs to be simple with an income under $40,000 to be eligible for this free service. These volunteers are associated with Revenue Canada and some have…
Kawartha Lakes Clear Bag Program Boosts Recyclables by 20% in First Month
During the first month of the new Clear Bag waste program results were double what was expected. During the month of January 2017, the City collected 20% more recyclables compared with January last year. This could have a significant impact on our landfills, a 20% decrease in waste means 4,000 fewer tonnes of waste…
Public Budget Meeting Draws Little Interest
Last year’s public budget meeting attracted a dozen residents who asked questions and presented suggestions and Council members listened. As a result, the rise in the municipal levy fell from the proposed 7.22% to the final 3.32% increase. Despite this evidence of public influence on budget decisions, only three residents (the usual suspects) came…