communication could help make our governance more accessible to everyone. I’m looking forward to seeing more of Ms. Herd’s ideas in action! As kids return to school, let’s focus on ensuring safe paths for all. The removal of this summer’s contentious new stop sign, spearheaded by Mayor Sloan and Councillor Graham, has been a relief for many. However, with more homes come more students, and with more students come more buses. Port Stanley gets busier every year! As our community continues to grow, we must remain mindful of the safety of school bus pickup locations and the pedestrian routes that families use to reach them. Thank you to everyone for your role in keeping our kids safe this September!
Councillor’s Corner by Morgaine Griffin With summer drawing to a close, Council is preparing to resume its regular meeting schedule and shift back into high gear. Our summer break has been a valuable time for councillors to spend more hours in the community, enjoying wonderful celebrations like Canada Day, Calipso, Colours of the Beach, and Elgin Pride Week. What a privilege it is to be part of a community that comes together to create so much joy and unity. Our new CAO, Ms. Herd, has been getting familiar with Central Elgin. Among other initiatives, she’s been working on making Council meetings more efficient. Shorter meetings and clearer
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