Smooth Rock Falls Council Meeting Highlights - September 16, 2024
Smooth Rock Falls Council Meeting Highlights - September 16, 2024
The Smooth Rock Falls council held its regular meeting on September 16, 2024. Key decisions and updates from the meeting are as follows:
- 2025 Budget Process: Council established tentative timelines for the 2025 budget. Key dates include:
- November 6, 2024: First draft presentation
- November 27, 2024: Second draft presentation
- December 11, 2024: Third draft presentation
- January 20, 2025: Final approval
- Operational Budget Analysis: The 2024 operational budget utilization was reported at 61% as of August 27, 2024.
- Arena Canteen Operations: Winter operations of the arena canteen will be managed by Smooth Rock Falls Minor Hockey.
- Arena Chiller System: An update was provided on the replacement of the chiller system at the arena.
- Septic System Compliance: A compliance order was issued against a property due to serious deficiencies in its septic system. Further updates will be provided as required.
- Blue Box Program: Council decided not to enter into an agreement to operate the Blue Box program during the transition period from January 1, 2025, to December 31, 2025.
- Water & Wastewater Arrears: Council adopted a new policy regarding water and wastewater arrears.