Council discussed the use of mandatory masks in public spaces during the standing committee meeting on Aug. 25 but made no decision going forward.
The Evergreens Foundation has agreed to take over accessible transportation services for residents with mobility limitations, previously offered by the Freedom Express bus.
Council directed administration to bring back an infill development policy to a standing committee meeting by March 31, 2021.
A rumour about the removal of the Freedom Express bus by council arose online on Friday, July 31, which was quickly shut down by the Mayor, several council members, and other Town of Hinton administrative members.
After nearly seven months of searching for applicants, vetting, and interviews, the Town of Hinton hired Emily Olsen as their next chief administrative officer (CAO).
A report providing an explanation of the ongoing work regarding the replacement of the Maxwell Bridge was brought to council during the July 21 standing committee meeting.
The remuneration policy returned for discussion at the standing committee meeting on July 21 and some minor changes were added.
A recommendation was made by council during the standing committee meeting on July 21 that the vacant third Community Peace Officer Level 1 (CPO1) position be held pending a decision in the 2021 budget.
Council approved the modernization of the municipal waste collection system for both residential and commercial customers with a full cost recovery model, during the regular council meeting on July 13.
Council approved an amended procurement policy that includes a section to express the Town’s commitment to consider local vendors for procurement.