Council Highlights- November 2nd, 2026

West Perth Council Highlights | November 2, 2026

Planning & Development

• Council approved two zoning by-law amendments related to surplus farm dwelling severances at 3585 Road 164 and 5302 Line 29.
• Council supported a land severance application for 5603 Line 16, which will now proceed to the Perth County Land Division Committee for final consideration.

Financial Update

• Council received the Third Quarter Variance Report.
• Municipal finances remain in good overall condition, although higher-than-expected tax assessment write-offs and increased policing costs are creating budget pressures.
• Strong revenues from landfill operations and favourable Conservation Authority costs are helping offset some of these impacts.

Heron Industrial Park

• Council awarded the construction tender for the Heron Industrial Park servicing project to Infrastructure Limited for $5.8 million.
• The project includes road, water, sanitary sewer and stormwater infrastructure and is a significant step toward creating new industrial development opportunities in West Perth.
• Financing will be repaid through future industrial land sales rather than the municipal tax levy.

Santa Claus Parade Approved

• Council approved the Mitchell Lions Club Santa Claus Parade, scheduled for Friday, December 4, 2026.

Remembrance Day

• Council finalized wreath-laying arrangements for the November 11 Remembrance Day ceremonies.

Council Reflections

• As the final meeting of the 2022-2026 term, members reflected on the accomplishments of the past four years, including:
  • Mitchell Homecoming celebrations
  • Arena improvements
  • The Heron Industrial Park project
  • Community partnerships and volunteer initiatives
  • Infrastructure investments throughout West Perth

The meeting concluded with council and staff expressing appreciation for the collaborative spirit and accomplishments achieved during the 2022-2026 term.