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

A major service review, service level discussions, and updated burning rules shape key County decisions.

June 2026 in Prince Edward County features a vibrant mix of live performances, outdoor festivals, and community events that showcase the region’s culture and creativity. From theatre and concerts to wellness rides and eco-festivals, visitors can enjoy a variety of experiences throughout the month, making it an ideal time to explore and unwind.

May 2026 in Prince Edward County features a lively mix of seasonal events, from wine and cider tastings and wedding showcases to family-friendly activities and creative workshops. It’s a month that highlights local talent, community connection, and the start of a vibrant spring season across the County.

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

After two terms, Mayor Steve Ferguson is stepping aside, setting up an open mayoral race at a pivotal time for Prince Edward County.

Prince Edward County Council met on April 7, 2026 at Shire Hall in Picton, covering key issues from public health funding gaps and stable 2026 property taxes to Municipal Accommodation Tax discussions and strong usage of recreation facilities. Councillors emphasized transparency, long-term financial planning, and community engagement, while also highlighting local recognitions and organ donation awareness.

The County Council addresses public health costs, tax policies, and community service updates shaping local priorities.

Council appointed a new CAO, recognized firefighter recruits, and voted to move forward with Bloomfield road construction while addressing infrastructure and public safety updates.

Council addresses rising student food needs, tourism data strategy, and makes key decisions on winter maintenance and local road changes.

A revived resort proposal at Roblin Lake is drawing strong local concern over water capacity, ecology, and long-term impacts.

Council hears strong public concern over Roblin Lake retreat proposal while approving rural consents with amended conditions and advancing Picton zoning changes.

The County Committee aligns on economic strategy while debating tourism impacts and future Chamber funding, highlighting differing priorities across communities.

Organics strategy, tourism oversight, and election planning frame key County discussions.

Council opposes strong mayor powers and Bill 5, while debating cell coverage gaps and infrastructure concerns affecting communities across the County.

This highlights who spoke, how the committee made decisions, and what the outcomes mean for locals, including approvals for small-scale rural projects, agricultural severances, and conditional zoning for the Dunes Outlook Resort.

This recap highlights statutory planning applications, public comments on resort development, and the committee’s approval of a rezoning request for the Dunes Outlook Resort, demonstrating careful review of tourism, agricultural, and environmental considerations.

Council heard strong statements on Wellington waterworks, received policing and tourism reports, approved PECSA’s shed replacement and security upgrades, and endorsed three County Transit vehicles, while formally recording a future non confidence motion.

Council received the OPP annual report, endorsed tourism data tracking and community engagement, approved a soccer storage shed replacement as a Project of Community Interest, and passed bylaws related to taxation and transit, while addressing Wellington waterworks and public communication concerns.

Prince Edward County’s Planning & Development Committee reviewed the draft comprehensive zoning by-law, discussing agricultural land protection, winery and agritourism regulations, rural zoning changes, and additional planning applications affecting development and infrastructure.