Tag Archives: South Frontenac Township

Who’s In-Charge, Anyway?

Posted on May 13, 2018 by Ross Sutherland

Residents concerned about the Johnson’s Point Condominium development took videos of areas on The Point that appear to have been cleared. The conditions of approval for the development state that: “all vegetation, with the exception of invasive species, shall be … Continue reading →

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Sydenham Main Street Improvement Proposals

Posted on April 8, 2018 by Ross Sutherland

The following proposals for improving the main streets of Sydenham were made and prioritized by the residents of Sydenham and the surrounding area.  Residents were contacted for their ideas.  Some were communicated directly to the Councillors.  Others were presented and … Continue reading →

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OMB Out, Main Streets In and Local Food for All

Posted on April 4, 2018 by Ross Sutherland

This is my 41th Councillor report.  These reports have helped me think seriously about Township issues and sparked many interesting and productive conversations.  Your comments on my comments were great.  Thank you. The OMB is No More On April 1, … Continue reading →

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What Would Improve Sydenham’s Main Streets?

Posted on March 28, 2018 by Ross Sutherland

Public Meeting What Would Improve Sydenham’s Main Streets? Community Room, Sydenham Library Saturday, April 7, 10am-11:30am South Frontenac is receiving a grant of $51,837 dollars to revitalize the Township’s main streets. Council is considering how to spend this money. Your … Continue reading →

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Bedford-Portland Road Site Plan

Posted on March 19, 2018 by Ross Sutherland

The link is to a site plan PDF for the Bedford-Portland Road reconstruction project.  It is small but can be blown up for greater detail. Please contact me or South Frontenac Public Works if you have any questions. Bedford Road … Continue reading →

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New Year Blahs and Money

Posted on January 27, 2018 by Ross Sutherland

The first month, under Council’s new rules of procedure, was slow.  There were only three meetings: a Council meeting, a Committee of the Whole meeting and a Corporate Affairs Committee. Rutledge Speed Reduction Hits Bump. The new rules are partially … Continue reading →

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Why the MNRF should Stop Johnson’s Point Development

Posted on December 12, 2017 by Ross Sutherland

The letter linked in this post is a good summary of why the MNRF, the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry, should stop the Johnson’s Point condominium development.  Many thanks to all the individuals who have worked so hard to … Continue reading →

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The Budget: The Good, the Bad and the Ugly

Posted on December 7, 2017 by Ross Sutherland

The Good The budget keeps the tax increase at a stable, affordable level (2%) and maintains a healthy reserve. It reflects the increased cost of drainage and winter maintenance due to the impacts of climate change.  This budget could be … Continue reading →

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November 2017 Report

Posted on October 29, 2017 by Ross Sutherland

Climate Change and Lake Health One of the emerging lake quality puzzles is that phosphate levels in lakes have decreased and stabilized, yet algae blooms, in particular blue-green algae (the poisonous one), have increased. This conundrum was recently addressed by … Continue reading →

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Water Meter Report to October 2 Council Meeting

Posted on September 30, 2017 by Ross Sutherland

The Public Works Committee is bring forward the following recommendation to Council on October 2, 2017.  If passed it will affect water rates and service. RECOMMENDATION  That Council approve Resolution No. PSC-09/21-02 of the Public Services Committee: “That the Agreement … Continue reading →

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