Aberdeen

The Council addressed financial matters, including the approval of financial statements and the ratification of accounts. Business agenda items included voting on partnerships with SREDA and NCTPC, both of which were defeated, and the approval of a seasonal employee position. The Council approved a flower proposal and a drone presentation request, while a drainage plan proposal was defeated. Bylaw 01-2026 regarding garbage, recycling, and compost collection rates was adopted. Additionally, the Council held an executive session and received reports regarding library operations, hall renovations, and municipal infrastructure maintenance.

The council held a special joint meeting to discuss several operational and community matters. Key discussions included a proposal for the Aberdeen Wellness Committee and a seniors' ride share program, as well as a presentation regarding replacement equipment for the Aberdeen & District Fire Department. The council also addressed administrative items such as the purchase of security cameras for the Fire and Committee Halls, the allocation of GST rebates, updates to parks and recreation agreements, hiring a summer student, and potential plans for campground sites. Additionally, there was discussion regarding the feasibility of the Hall Committee opening a separate bank account and the need to procure a new cleaning service for the Firehall.

The council meeting addressed various administrative and operational items, including continuing advertisements in the Aberdeen Newsletter and adopting a Code of Ethics Bylaw for volunteer boards. Significant discussions involved approving budget requests for Aberdeen Fire and Rescue, the first responder's service, and the Aberdeen Library. The council also authorized the sale of an old first responder vehicle, the procurement of new SCBAs for the fire department, and various maintenance projects at the Aberdeen Community Hall, including asbestos remediation and flooring replacement. Furthermore, the council discussed the establishment and budget of the Aberdeen Wellness Committee, rental fees for the Seniors Centre, transfer station cost-sharing arrangements, and the funding of the Parks and Recreation Association.

The meeting focused on the discussion of the 2026 budget, which was conducted in camera as permitted under the Municipalities Act.

The special meeting addressed administrative matters concerning elections and future council meetings. Key decisions included rescinding motion 020/2026 and subsequently approving a motion to hold a byelection for a vacant Councilor seat on March 24th, 2026. Additionally, the Council rescinded motion 021/2026 and scheduled the regular Council meetings for March 2026 (on March 17th) and February 2026 (on February 10th).