It’s a bit funny to apply (or re-apply) for a job by talking to everyone in town. But when done right, elections are an invaluable way of ensuring that our council members are in touch with the community, aware of pressing issues, and responsive to people’s concerns and aspirations. But what does “done right” lookContinue reading “2026 Election Campaign”
Tag Archives: Brighton Ontario
Committee Consolidation
I first started blogging in seminary to help me think through an issue thoroughly. How to have a successful resident committee is something I’ve been thinking about for the past five years, off and on, and that issue is coming to a head at Monday’s council meeting. So now is the perfect time for aContinue reading “Committee Consolidation”
End of Term Evaluation: Collaboration
In 2022 I ran on three key values: Vision, Communication, and Collaboration. Each of those values had three key goals. I hope to return to council for the 2026-2030 term, so I thought it worthwhile to evaluate how well I did in achieving those goals. Those values and goals have been on the front pageContinue reading “End of Term Evaluation: Collaboration”
End of Term Evaluation: Vision
In 2022 I ran on three key values: Vision, Communication, and Collaboration. Each of those values had three key goals. I hope to return to council for the 2026-2030 term, so I thought it worthwhile to evaluate how well I did in achieving those goals. Those values and goals have been on the front pageContinue reading “End of Term Evaluation: Vision”
Conservation Authorities in Crisis
I hate click-bait headlines about crises. Maybe especially when they’re true. I’m crisis-ed out. But here we are. It has been a privilege to sit on the board of directors for Lower Trent Conservation Authority this term of council. When councillors were being delegated to various committees and boards, this was one that I wasContinue reading “Conservation Authorities in Crisis”
The Wrong Thing for the Right Reasons
Today I learned that the Hamilton Public Library has reduced its hours, and now requires all library users to scan their library card before they can enter. I feel queasy just thinking about this: public libraries are joyful places where everyone is welcome, knowledge is free, and connection and belonging are available to all. SeeingContinue reading “The Wrong Thing for the Right Reasons”
Bang for Buck
This morning I attended the Codrington breakfast (which was lovely, as always!), and had a lively conversation over pancakes and sausages about rural broadband and the critical role it plays in economic development and the livelihood of residents. It brought up the question of how governments decide how to spend public funds for infrastructure: doContinue reading “Bang for Buck”
The Future of the Landfill
This week I attended a meeting of the Brighton Landfill Liaison Committee, and there’s a lot to talk about, starting with acknowledging the passing of the former Chair of the committee, Peter McCann; I agreed to take on the Chair position in his absence, and the County will be advertising for a new member ofContinue reading “The Future of the Landfill”
2025 in Review
What a year it’s been in Brighton, and Northumberland County! So much has happened that I needed to review the meeting minutes. Here are some of my highlights and things I’m most proud of for 2025. January We were a little behind on budget last year, so much of January was spent in Committee ofContinue reading “2025 in Review”
The Brighton Homelessness Task Force
My last few posts stimulated a lot of comments along the lines of “why don’t you advocate for a shelter/warming room/safe consumption site/etc in Brighton, instead of Cobourg?” There are two answers to that. Why Are Services in Cobourg? Northumberland County Social Services, like all Northumberland County services, are headquartered in Cobourg. It’s what isContinue reading “The Brighton Homelessness Task Force”