Councillor Elmslie provided an update stating that work is continuing in Lindsay and will be completed prior to the summer months. Improvements and upgrades to the downtown in Fenelon Falls is starting in March will stop for the summer months and restart in September to be completed by December of 2021. Access will be available to all stores during construction.
Councillor Elmslie stated it has been a busy winter with snow and working with the Public Works Division to improve the removal of snow and sidewalk plowing. This conversation is ongoing.
Councillor Elmslie stated that Council passed the budget and within that budget is funding for Pandemic relief for not for profits, business and organizations. If assistance is required they are urged to register on the City's website and the committee will be touch.
Councillor Elmslie stated that Council is trying to make Logie Street safer and more accessible. They have agreed to create designated bike lanes.
Councillor Elmslie advised the Haliburton Kawartha Pine Ridge District Health Unit has outlined the roll out of vaccines and this information can be found on their website. He stated the Health Unit has decided to continue to meet virtually until is safe to meet in person.
The Kawartha Lakes Accessibility Advisory Committee agreed that until it is safe to meet in person that they will continue to meet virtually.