Taken from the roll call in the town’s own minutes. The minutes record who was not there and almost never why.
What was decided (6 motions)
6 carried, 0 recorded otherwise. Every motion below is printed as the minutes print it.
BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Minutes of the March 3, 2026 Public Services Committee Meeting be adopted as circulated.
Moved by Luke Vine, seconded by J. Pirrie
Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Public Services Committee recommends that Council authorizes the CAO/Clerk to submit an application for funding under the Royal Canadian Legion, Ontario Provincial Command Branches and Ladies’ Auxiliaries Charitable Foundation, as per the request of the Fire Chief, for a Rescue Basket Stretcher and associated equipment for Station 2 - Iron Bridge.
Moved by J. Pirrie, seconded by Luke Vine
Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Public Services Committee recommends that Council authorize staff to submit an application to the Enhancing Access to Spaces for Everyone (EASE) Grant Program for accessibility upgrades to Beharriel Park to enhance the quality of life for people with disabilities and older adults; AND THAT Council approve the quote from Watts Accessibility Consulting dated March 25, 2026, in the amount of $4,687.20 plus HST, for the completion of an accessibility audit in support of the application; AND THAT the associated costs be funded from the Working Reserve.
Moved by Luke Vine, seconded by J. Pirrie
Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Public Services Committee recommends that Council amend the Animal Control By-law to provide flexibility to support animal sheltering and fostering in appropriate circumstances.
Moved by T. Currie, seconded by Luke Vine
Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Public Services Committee recommends that Council approve the deferral of the ESU 2 replacement vehicle to prioritize the acquisition of a pumper tanker; AND THAT Council authorize the Fire Chief to issue a tender for the supply of a 2025 or newer pumper tanker.
Moved by T. Currie, seconded by J. Pirrie
Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Public Services Committee does adjourn at 2:00 p.m.