County hears townships’ feedback to common signage plan

By James MatthewsLocal Journalism Initiative Reporter The lower tier municipalities that make up Haliburton County have concerns about common countywide signage. Scott Ovell, director of economic development, updated county council on progress toward establishing a…

County continues reviewing short-term rental issues

By Vivian Collings Haliburton County council discussed the need to address the lack of long-term rentals during the options report of their short-term rental review.When considering what is to be deemed as an appropriate short-term…

Service delivery review recommends increased centralization

By Chad Ingram Service delivery review recommends increased centralizationThe centralization of functions, harmonizing of regulations and creation of new staffing positions are repeated themes in the plethora of recommendations contained in a service delivery review…

Shoreline protection talks resume

By Chad Ingram Haliburton County councillors have resumed conversations regarding a shoreline protection bylaw for the county, one that would restrict site alteration and the removal of vegetation within 30 metres of the high-water mark…