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Committee discusses water rate approach, affordability issues, and long-term planning for water and wastewater services in the County.

The Committee of the Whole meeting on November 13, 2025 set direction on parks and recreation, water and wastewater capacity, sidewalk winter maintenance, and vehicle for hire rules, highlighting how the County is balancing growth, service limits, and long term planning ahead of decisions later in November.

November 13, 2025 Committee of the Whole meeting, revealing clear differences by ward on parks planning, water capacity, sidewalk services, and taxi regulation, and how those positions connect to local priorities across Prince Edward County.

PEC Council reviewed a Regional Water Supply Master Servicing Plan for the County’s small drinking water systems, weighing long-term costs, regulatory risk, and system viability.

Council debate on water and wastewater systems highlighted sharp tension between cost, risk, and regulatory limits.

PEC Council reviewed development charge reserves, parkland funding constraints, a new DEI strategic plan, and updated water and wastewater capacity figures that sharply define future growth limits.

PEC Council’s latest meeting highlighted growing frustration over stalled development projects, parkland rules that don’t fit rural realities, and long-standing uncertainty around water and wastewater capacity.

Council voted 9–4 to advance the QE School redevelopment, rejected delays, and chose to revisit Cold Creek plans to avoid a tribunal appeal.

Discussions focused on questionable growth assumptions, high development charges, and the financial risks of building infrastructure ahead of demand. Committee members pushed for clearer data, stronger analysis, and accountability before major spending decisions move forward.

Audit Committee Part 2 spoke who , what was decided, and how water, wastewater, and financial risks could impact PEC residents.

Audit Committee Meeting Recap – Public concerns, committee discussion, and next steps for water and wastewater financial planning in Prince Edward County.