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A growing petition in Greater Napanee is urging officials to prove that removing mature oak trees along County Road 9 is truly necessary before taking irreversible action.

The County Agricultural Advisory Committee debates grant program updates, supports soil health ideas, and advances a road safety motion.

The County’s Agricultural Advisory Committee examines farm grant participation, considers program updates, and discusses improving road safety for agricultural vehicles.

In Prince Edward County, a council meeting controversy has shifted from a single remark to a broader question of respect, accountability, and whether resident concerns about rural roads will lead to meaningful action.

A planned rebuild of County Road 3 in Prince Edward County is raising questions from residents about road priorities, spending decisions, and whether the County has clearly explained why this project is moving ahead now.

Big Island residents are voicing concerns over road conditions, saying ongoing issues are affecting safety and daily travel.

Council discusses housing progress, election sign rules, and service contracts while outlining what decisions mean for residents across Prince Edward County.

A divided but decisive PEC Council wrestled with how fast to act on infrastructure funding, balancing urgency, affordability, and the challenge of explaining tough choices to residents.

PEC Council meeting tackled the true cost of maintaining roads, bridges, buildings, and parks, revealing a major funding gap and setting the stage for tough budget decisions ahead.

PEC’s Accessibility Advisory Committee pushed for earlier and stronger accessibility planning, spotlighting York Street Laneway concerns, parking gaps, and the need to embed accessibility into County projects from the start.

Council endorsed public art expansion, seasonal transit service, disability advocacy, and budget process reform, while rejecting a proposed Roads Working Group after a recorded vote.

Prince Edward County Council held its first asset management working session, examining road conditions, infrastructure funding gaps, and the long-term tax implications of maintaining local roads.

This PEC Council working session focused on the County’s Asset Management Plan, highlighting the financial realities of maintaining and improving road infrastructure. Council members raised concerns about data accuracy, rural fairness, and long-term costs, while staff outlined operational limits and funding pressures.

Committee discussions focused on development charges, public consultation, audit oversight, and project management. Decisions aim to improve transparency, accountability, and long-term planning for PEC infrastructure projects.

Committee discussions focused on development charges, audit oversight, and infrastructure planning. Key decisions aim to improve transparency, manage growth-related costs, and strengthen financial accountability in PEC.

Council backs a county-wide road allowance bylaw with amendments while denying waste service expansion for Port Picton, citing precedent concerns.

Council hears competing views on Glen Lane use, rejects expanded waste services for Port Picton, and moves toward regulating municipal rights-of-way.

Council advances a major sidewalk project, hears concerns over integrity oversight, and delays a key long-term care upgrade pending clearer financial details.

Discussions focused on protecting heritage properties, improving permit processes, and expanding cultural landscape recognition. Community input highlighted the need for broader consultation, while decisions aimed to balance conservation with practical development needs.

One of the most detailed and emotionally charged discussions of the meeting focused on the heritage permit application for Tara Hall. Liz Driver explained the heritage planning principles behind the committee’s concerns, emphasizing that alterations to historic buildings should protect original materials, remain visually compatible, and ideally be reversible in the future. She stressed the importance of maintaining the building’s historic proportions and ensuring new addition