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Key Decisions from Smooth Rock Falls Council Meeting on October 7, 2024

Justin Barber

Oct 24, 2024 — 1 min read

The Smooth Rock Falls council meeting on October 7, 2024, covered several important topics:

2024 Budget Update: The Treasurer provided an update on the progress of the 2024 budgeted projects and planned purchases.
Volunteer Policy Amendment: The council approved an amendment to the Volunteer Policy.
Temporary Borrowing By-Law: A by-law was passed authorizing temporary borrowings to meet current expenditures for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2024.
Property Appraisal: An appraisal report from Northern Ontario Appraisal valued the property at 251 Highway 11 at $96,000.
ROMA Conference Attendance: Councillor Leslie Gagnon and the CAO/Treasurer will attend the 2025 Rural Ontario Municipal Association’s Annual Conference in Toronto from January 19th to 21st.
Aging at Home Request: The council approved a request from Aging at Home to rent the Community Centre for one night per week at a reduced rate of $100 per month to support activities for seniors.
Recreational Program Staffing: Councillor Angèle Rochon requested options and costs for staffing recreational programs.

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