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While the Agricultural Advisory Committee did not make major policy decisions during its July 27 meeting, members clearly showed where they stand on several important issues that could shape future council discussions. Much of the meeting focused on building consensus around protecting farmland, improving road safety, and tackling invasive weeds before they become an even larger problem. Every motion brought forward during the meeting was carried without opposition, showing b

PEC agricultural committee discussions highlight priorities for farmers and farmland protection.

PEC’s Built and Cultural Heritage Advisory Committee discussed remembrance projects, Indigenous representation, heritage designations, and long-delayed signage, highlighting the urgency to protect the County’s cultural landmarks before legislative deadlines.

Prince Edward County council addressed economic uncertainty, major job losses, international community ties, and critical infrastructure decisions during a full agenda that included approvals for a Friendship City Agreement with Krasiliv, new rights-of-way enforcement, and the long-awaited York Street reconstruction.

The Prince Edward County OPP Detachment Board reviewed new responsibilities under the Community Safety and Policing Act, adopted 2025 policing priorities, approved a draft 2026 budget, and received updates on the appointment process for a permanent detachment commander.

Prince Edward County council highlighted major gains in physician recruitment, approved municipal support for renewable energy and agrivoltaics projects, and reinforced expectations around Indigenous partnership and local benefits during a strategy-focused meeting.

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 Audit Committee received a clean 2024 audit from KPMG but wrestled with rising net debt, long-term sustainability, and growing concern over provincial policies shaping the County’s financial future.

A clean audit confirmed accurate County finances, but Audit Committee members made clear that long-term affordability, rising debt, and provincial growth pressures now demand a more strategic financial story.

An Accessibility Advisory Committee meeting highlighted progress on small fixes but underscored a deeper problem: accessibility is still being addressed too late, too inconsistently, and without a clear County-wide lens.

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 debated a proposed governance structure review during the February 15 Committee of the Whole meeting, with strong public input and divided votes, while also advancing Strategic Plan performance measures.