City Hall asking for public input on snow removal

“Maybe you think our snow removal system is great because you’re happy that we removed the snow from the end of your driveway.”

“Maybe you think that we should do it more often because the path you drive to work is not an arterial and you feel that it doesn’t get removed often enough.”

Council also approved, by a 7-2 vote, a motion from Councillor Dylan Bressey to look at options for possible service reduction.

Bressey says the city should not just be looking at ways to increase service but also for ways to move money around.

“I don’t think anybody wants to spend less on snow removal, but we do have to look at are we spending it in the most effective ways possible or are there ways that we can better prioritize that budget.”

Councillors Chris Thiessen and Michael O’Connor cast the two no votes on Bressey’s motion.

Clayton says these consultations are a good chance for people to share their opinions.

“Rather than just being upset come out, tell us what you think, good or bad, and let’s talk about efficiencies and opportunities in snow removal.

“If you think it’s great, let us know. If you think that there is too much money being spent on snow removal, let us know. We just want to hear your opinion.”

The online survey is expected to launch later this week with in-person consultations expected next month.

The information from the consultations will be compiled into a report that will go to a city committee in September.

Clayton says the information will also be included as part of fall budget deliberations.

by Curtis Galbraith

City Hall asking for public input on snow removal

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