Northumberland County and the town of Cobourg reached a deal earlier this week that will allow the county to open its warming room at 310 Division Street.
This In Their Words shares the open session where council finalized its direction. Most of the meeting was in closed session due to the legal nature of the information. The open session was short, just over five minutes.
County council dropped its plan to appeal the Emergency Care Establishment bylaw. It also approved $587,700 for additional expenses to meet the bylaw.
CAO Jennifer Moore said Friday $300,000 will go to additional security. Another $67,700 towards property management for responding to off-site waste and other concerns beyond the 310 Division Street property.
A new position is created for a compliance coordinator. This person will make sure all aspects of the bylaw are followed, along with any other regulations placed on the shelter, she said.
Then, there is $20,000 for the additional insurance required by the town’s bylaw, she explained.
There is $100,000 for contingency, she said.
The money will come from the County General Reserve to fund any costs for 2024 and that the 2025 Budget be updated to include financing requirements for ECE By-law compliance from the levy.
In Their Words is a feature that allows people to listen to what is going on at the various councils within Northumberland. No spin. No opinions. No one is telling you what to think. Just what was said.
It is a chance you might not have otherwise to hear directly from your elected representatives. I hope you find it useful and informative.
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