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The Clarington General Government Committee has approved the acquisition of an electric van for Animal Services. The contract was awarded to Highbury Ford Sales Limited for a total bid amount of $60,870.80, which includes the net HST rebate. This decision was made during the committee meeting on September
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On September 9, 2024, the General Government Committee of Clarington discussed Report LGS-032-24, which proposed the approval of keeping backyard chickens in residential areas. The report outlined suggested guidelines for residents interested in maintaining chickens on their properties. During the meeting, a motion to approve the keeping of backyard chickens
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The General Government Committee of Clarington has addressed a request to amend the Kennel By-law 2013-25 and Noise By-law 2007-071. This request was presented by Sandra Kearns, who raised concerns about noise disturbances affecting neighboring properties. During the committee meeting, Kearns highlighted potential contradictions between the existing by-laws and the
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The Municipality of Clarington has formally requested the Province of Ontario to review the financial sustainability of municipalities. This request was made through a resolution passed by the General Government Committee on March 4, 2024. The resolution outlines several fiscal challenges faced by municipalities, including a reported shortfall of nearly
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The General Government Committee has approved additional funding for the Shaw House Renovation project, specifically aimed at enhancing accessibility. The committee has allocated an extra $131,170 from the Community Services Building Refurbishment Reserve Fund. Additionally, $193,830 of unspent capital project funds have been redirected to support these renovations.
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The General Government Committee of Clarington has proposed a new by-law to regulate encampments in public parks and spaces. This proposal was discussed during the committee meeting on March 4, 2024. The by-law is designed to replace the existing Parks By-law, specifying locations where encampments are not permitted and providing
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The General Government Committee of Clarington has proposed amendments to the Procedural By-law that governs delegations and public participation. These proposals were discussed in the committee meeting held on March 4, 2024. Key changes include a requirement for written submissions from individuals wishing to make delegations. This aims to streamline
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The Clarington Council has approved the inclusion of a project to install a hardwired lighting system at Bowmanville Leash Free Park in the 2025-2027 capital budget. This decision was documented in the General Government Committee meeting minutes from March 4, 2024. The project is intended to enhance the park'