City Hall CKL COUNCIL HIGHLIGHTS
The following are highlights of the Committee of the Whole meeting on October 6, 2020.
2020 Budget Update and 2021 Proposed Budget
Earlier in June, Council received a presentation regarding the City’s cash flow for the year and Jennifer Stover, Director of Corporate Services, provided Council with another update on the 2020 Budget, as well as discussed the 2021 Proposed Budget. Following Council’s direction, staff have found efficiencies to achieve a zero deficit budget at year end despite constraints due to the pandemic. The 2021 Budget will be approved in the new year, however staff are currently working on a limited capital budget of priorities that is recommended for approval in lateNovember. Mayor Letham proposed a one-time tax rebate on 2021 taxes equalling the $3 million surplus from the 2019 budget. Full details on the budget presentation to follow.
Quality
Master Fire Plan – Future Recommendations
Darryl Culley, President of Emergency Management and Training Inc., delivered a presentation to Council regarding an analysis of current operations for Kawartha Lakes Fire Rescue and future recommendations in order to improve efficiencies and continue to meet standards with anticipated growth. Fire Rescue Service will be bringing forward an updated Master Fire Plan in early 2021.
Coboconk Wellness Centre Feasibility Report
The Coboconk and District area is currently served by a temporary medical facility on the Coboconk Service Centre/Coboconk Lion’s Park property. The community, led by the Chamber of Commerce, have shown the need for a Wellness Centre in Coboconk and four potential locations were reviewed. Craig Shanks, Director of Community Services, presented a proposal to establish a permanent Wellness Centre on the preferred location of Legion Park, including the historic Coboconk Train Station, to help address service gaps in the northern part of the municipality going forward.
Craftsmanship
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