The Council meeting involved presentations regarding the New Local Action Plan for the Peterborough County OPP Detachment and an update on the Conservation Authorities Amalgamation Process, with authorization given for the County to submit comments on the proposal. Consent items covered a range of operational and policy matters, including support for resolutions on municipal election conduct and Highway 28 reviews. Additionally, the Council approved an Economic and Strategic Assessment Framework response for data centers, implemented a Responsible AI Use Framework, authorized the 2026 insurance policy renewal, and updated several corporate policies, including those related to video surveillance and privacy.
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The Council reviewed the Peterborough County OPP Detachment Action Plan and received updates on the Conservation Authorities Amalgamation Process. Key business included the adoption of the 2025 audited financial statements, endorsement of the Lakefield Transportation Master Plan, and approval of surplus dispositions. The Council also processed various staff reports regarding corporate insurance renewal, investment reporting, policy updates, and the adoption of the Eastern Ontario Information Technology Committee's Artificial Intelligence report. Additionally, the Council addressed official plan amendments, borrowing by-laws, and various committee appointments.
Aug 26, 2026·Board meeting
County Council Regular Meeting
The council discussed matters regarding the resolution of a closed session, the confirmation of a bylaw, and concluded with a motion to adjourn the meeting.
Aug 5, 2026·Board meeting
County Council Regular Meeting
The meeting featured presentations on the County's audited financial statements, confirming a clean, unqualified report and highlighting an increase in investment income. Discussions also addressed landfill post-closure liabilities and the Lakefield Transportation Master Plan, specifically regarding the municipal class environmental assessment process, the potential need for a second river crossing, and projected population growth in the area.
