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 Southern Victoria Council Meeting – August 10, 2026

Community engagement remains a key focus as participation in the Community Strategic Plan survey continues to grow. Residents still have time to share their feedback, with surveys being accepted until September 10. Input gathered through the survey will help guide future priorities and investments across Southern Victoria.  Click Here to complete the survey. Your voice matters!

A new Cooling and Warming Centre Activation Policy was approved to help ensure safe public spaces are available during periods of extreme heat or cold. The policy strengthens emergency preparedness efforts and supports the well-being of residents during severe weather events.

Progress continues on local infrastructure projects, including the planned paving of DTI’s East Riverside Drive. The project is currently out for tender, with submissions closing on August 20.

Another step was taken toward formalizing access to the Aroostook Boat Launch through approval to proceed with a Land Use Agreement with J.D. Irving, Limited. Once finalized, the agreement would help formalize public access and recreational use of the route leading to the boat launch, an important recreational asset for residents and visitors. Municipal staff have been working to improve the road access.

Council continues to work on several municipal policies and by-laws, including reviews of the Animal Control By-law, Code of Conduct By-law, and Procedural By-law. Discussion is also underway regarding an Open Communication Policy aimed at supporting transparency and effective communication with residents.

Additional updates included transportation and infrastructure planning, public safety reporting, and administrative, fire, and water system operations. These ongoing initiatives help support informed decision-making and the continued delivery of municipal services throughout Southern Victoria.

Code of Conduct Complaints

The meeting also included consideration of a Code of Conduct complaint that had been investigated by an independent third party. Following receipt of the investigator's report and independent legal advice, a resolution was passed accepting the findings of the investigation and imposing sanctions in accordance with the municipality's Code of Conduct By-law. A motion for a 35-day suspension of Mayor Titus was approved. To see the original complaints – click here. To see the full resolution – click here.