Council this Week: Highlights from the November 9 County Council agenda - 20221109

County Council meetings are broadcast live at www.oxfordcounty.ca/livestream. To download the full agenda or view past recordings of council meetings, visit www.oxfordcounty.ca/council.

 

Presentations to outgoing County Councillors

The November 9 County Council meeting includes a presentation to outgoing County Councillors for their service and contributions. Receiving acknowledgements are Councillors Sandra Talbot (29 years serving as a County Councillor), Don McKay (22 years), Stephen...

Set your clocks, check your stocks!

Don’t fall behind in an emergency, make sure to check your emergency supply kits when you are changing your clocks this weekend

When it’s time to change your clocks this weekend, use that extra hour of daylight to check your 72-hour emergency preparedness kit.

Oxford County’s Set Your Clocks, Check Your Stocks campaign is reminding people to refresh their emergency supplies now before a disaster occurs. It is important to be prepared as the coming months can bring unpredictable emergencies,...

Tourism Champion of the Year

Tourism lead Meredith Maywood recognized by Tourism Industry Association of Ontario

Oxford County’s exceptional work in tourism was recognized last week at the Ontario Tourism Resiliency Awards in Huntsville, where Meredith Maywood, the County’s tourism lead, was recognized as the 2022 Tourism Champion of the Year.

The Tourism Champion award, bestowed through Tourism Industry Association of Ontario peer nominations, is awarded annually to an individual who embodies Ontario's tourism spirit....

Oxford County seeks engaged citizens for boards and committees

Several opportunities available for residents who want to make a difference in their community

If you would like to contribute more to your community, Oxford County is looking for engaged citizens to join one of several boards and committees.

As a board or committee member, you will provide advice and recommendations to County Council on matters that affect our entire community. There are currently 26 positions open for the 2023 - 2026 council term.

The openings include:

• Accessibility Advisory...