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Heritage committee bypassed in approval for Drake Devonshire extension
By Sharon Harrison The disputed heritage permit application for the Drake Devonshire’s planned three-storey addition at 20 and 24 Wharf Street in Wellington, has been approved by council. Construction will proceed in accordance with the drawing package from Superkül Architects, along with a re-consideration (also approved by council) for a recommendation for the provision to […]
Hydro One denies appeal to save 300+ year old trees; now up to County
Neighbours, Prince Edward County Field Naturalists and South Shore Joint Initiative members have appealed unsuccessfully to Hydro One and to the Hydro One Ombudsman to save 300-400 year-old trees on County Road 13. “We are hoping that an appeal to the PEC Operational Services department will result in a last-minute reprieve for the trees,” said […]
Water/wastewater path forward stalls with failed vote
By Sharon Harrison A consultant’s strategy for the County saying it needs $255 million over the next 10 years to build new water treatment facilities and associated infrastructure was not accepted, and approval for staff to explore options also failed in a tie vote during Thursday’s committee of the whole meeting. The issue goes to […]
Wellington Town Hall independent ownership expected Jan. 1
By Sharon Harrison Transition of the responsibility for the management of the Wellington Town Hall has moved forward another step it was heard at Tuesday’s council meeting. There was no discussion around the horseshoe. Council was told the community group, the not-for-profit Wellington Town Hall Stewardship Association (formerly the Wellington Town Hall Foundation), has successfully […]
Council proposes more public talks about Delhi pickleball courts
By Sharon Harrison Pickleball has been a hot topic of discussion around the County recently, with a large contingent of residents upset with the proposed Delhi Park location (right across from the Picton Community Gardens) for the construction of six dedicated pickleball courts to be installed. Council had decided on Jan. 30, 2024 that it […]
County delegation advocates for several local issues at AMO conference
A County of Prince Edward delegation led by Mayor Steve Ferguson discussed several local issues with provincial officials during the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) annual general meeting and conference last week in Ottawa. “The AMO conference is a unique opportunity to meet face-to-face with ministers and parliamentary assistants, as well as their staff,” […]
Hwy 62/Cty Rd 1 roundabout construction to begin next spring
By Sharon Harrison The long-awaited fix to improve the intersection where Highway 62 meets County Road 1 (Schoharie Road), just north of Bloomfield, is expected with construction of a new roundabout to begin in spring 2027 – with a current estimate for completion at 120 days. The intersection has seen many vehicular accidents in recent […]
Cultural heritage master plan adopted at planning meeting
By Sharon Harrison At its recent planning and development committee meeting, council voted to adopt the County Cultural Heritage Master Plan now three years in the making as it has undergone revision and extensive public consultation. Council also agreed to support a proposed work plan as a framework to advance cultural heritage priorities which outlines […]
PEC official: 3 candidates for mayor; 29 for councillors; 3 acclaimed
Three candidates for mayor and 29 candidates for 13 councillor positions have filed intention to run in the Oct. 26 municipal election. The filing of nominations papers closed Friday, Aug. 21 at 2 p.m. Following a review by the clerk, an official list of candidates and acclamations will soon be announced. (UPDATE: Clerk and Chief […]
Base31’s Hilltop housing to begin construction this year, first with apartments
By Sharon Harrison Residential construction is to begin this year for Base 31’s Hilltop development at the corner of Kingsley Road and County Road 22. The area is formerly known as Loch Sloy Business Park and Airport, ‘The Heights’ and home of the Royal Airforce’s No. 31 Bombing and Gunnery School. This is part of […]
