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An Informed and Involved Township

Posted on March 21, 2016 by Ross Sutherland

Last week the Frontenac News ran an editorial arguing that South Frontenac Council is too involved in evaluating the subdivision proposals coming before Council. The following is the comment I have sent back to the paper: Dear Frontenac News, Your … Continue reading →

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How is the Township Working

Posted on February 29, 2016 by Ross Sutherland

In the midst of this wonky winter it is a good time to hunker down and do some indoor work. The Township seems to feel the same. Township Organizational Review Council agreed to review the Township’s organizational structure to see … Continue reading →

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February Updates

Posted on January 31, 2016 by Ross Sutherland

During this on-again-off-again winter numerous Township projects are moving towards conclusion.  Here are some updates on these and other issues people have been asking about. Perth Road Fire Hall A conditional offer from the Township to buy two acers of … Continue reading →

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New Year Openness

Posted on January 2, 2016 by Ross Sutherland

Interestingly, after a year with very few split decisions, Council ended the year with one of its most acrimonious debates – maybe it was a sign that Council was maturing? After all, it would be unhealthy to have no significant … Continue reading →

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Close Votes and Progress

Posted on December 2, 2015 by Ross Sutherland

After a year of sometimes difficult debate we are close to a plan for development on Johnson Point and getting closer to a final Hartington subdivision agreement. Johnson Point The subdivision at Johnson Point came back to Council on December … Continue reading →

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Water Everywhere, But Where to Swim?

Posted on November 5, 2015 by Ross Sutherland

Last month there were some interesting discussions on lake use.  One, a small local issue with larger community impacts, is about a little Canoe Lake beach. Canoe Lake Public Access At the west end of the James Wilson Road causeway that … Continue reading →

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Opportunities Missed and Technical Difficulties

Posted on September 12, 2015 by Ross Sutherland

Official Plan: Missed Opportunities The official plan review is wrapping up and we have missed an opportunity. We have spent our time responding to changes proposed by the province rather than seriously reviewing how we want to plan and develop … Continue reading →

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Defying the Doldrums of Summer

Posted on August 5, 2015 by Ross Sutherland

Defying the doldrums of summer the August Council meeting proved very effective at moving forward some important issues. More Open Budget Process For the first-time the Township’s budget process will include input from the public. At the September 8 meeting … Continue reading →

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Water, Sun and Construction – Summer Comes to South Frontenac

Posted on June 30, 2015 by Ross Sutherland

Council’s focus in June reflected our desire for summer to return (remember we hit 30 degrees in early May). Sydenham Water Besides some roads, the Sydenham water system may be the largest piece of infrastructure owned by the Township. While … Continue reading →

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Plans, Power and Potholes

Posted on May 28, 2015 by Ross Sutherland

 Strategic Plan I was skeptical of the process, but South Frontenac has a new strategic plan and I think it will be good for South Frontenac.  The new strategic plan adds weight to four forward-looking concerns: More resident engagement in … Continue reading →

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