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Ernie Margetson, Brad Nieman, and Terry Shortt say they would avoid using strong mayor powers, but what would that mean in practice? Explore the rules around budgets, development approvals, council votes, and the balance between local representation and County-wide priorities.

PEC councillors weighed in on youth programs, road projects, affordable housing and Wellbanks House. See who raised concerns, how Council voted and what it means for locals.

Prince Edward County Council discussed youth engagement, local agriculture, road projects, housing services and municipal priorities during its September 22 meeting.

PEC councillors take different positions on water infrastructure costs, growth, developer funding, and other key County decisions.

PEC Committee of the Whole weighs policing, water infrastructure, dark sky initiatives, affordable housing, and municipal funding priorities.

PEC Council weighs competing views on Delhi Park while advancing Wellington Town Hall stewardship and approving the Drake Devonshire heritage permit.

Firefighter agreement, governance issues, and compensation debate shape council discussions.

Council pay, infrastructure overruns, and long-term financing drive key decisions.

Council weighs service expectations, rising costs, and fire safety updates in a discussion shaping future County decisions.

Noise rules, infrastructure planning, heritage timelines, and council pay spark key discussions at County Council.

Council splits on pay, aligns on noise rules and heritage, and moves cautiously on water planning.

Council discussions focused on youth transit access, financial reserves for growth, and environmental land protection, highlighting key priorities shaping the County’s future.

Council debates reveal divisions on housing, strong support for infrastructure upgrades, and growing concern over provincial influence on local decision-making.

Council splits on fire service planning and consultation approach while aligning in full support of the Feed the Meter program and community wellbeing.

Examines where councillors stood on key issues, including rural housing, temporary commercial use, and decision-making power, and what those positions signal for residents.

The County councillors show clear divides on housing, service levels, and financial risk while aligning on key community challenges.

The County Committee examines hidden housing issues, municipal service pressures, and organizational challenges as key decisions approach.

At the May 11, 2023 Council meeting, Prince Edward County approved the Queen Elizabeth School Expression of Interest process, confirmed a Tenant Selection Committee, passed a homelessness resolution calling for provincial action, and moved forward with a Habitat for Humanity land sale in Picton.

The County Council tackles road maintenance issues, revisits a divisive heritage debate, and advances infrastructure projects amid strong public input.

The County Council splits on statue debate, acknowledges rural road concerns, and moves forward with key infrastructure project approval.