Deep River Council to consider traffic light, pool enclosure bylaw
Deep River council members reviewed several proposals at their June 24 meeting, including a request for a traffic light at a busy highway intersection and a new bylaw for swimming pool enclosures. The meeting agenda also included approval of the Recreation and Culture Master Plan and adoption of the Development Charges Treasurer's Annual Statement for 2025. Minutes from the meeting have not yet been published, so final decisions are not available.
Traffic light request
Council considered a request to install a traffic light at the intersection of Highway 17 and Ridge Road. The proposal aims to improve pedestrian safety at the crossing. No vote tally or outcome was recorded in the posted agenda.
Pool enclosure bylaw
A new bylaw regulating swimming pool fences and enclosures was also on the agenda. The proposed rules would set requirements for pool barriers. The item was listed for consideration but no decision has been reported.
Master plan and other business
The agenda included approval of Draft 2 of the Recreation and Culture Master Plan, a document that outlines long-term priorities for parks, recreation facilities, and cultural programming. Council also considered adopting the Development Charges Treasurer's Annual Statement for 2025, which reports on how development fees have been collected and spent. Another item was a by-law to delegate certain authority to the Chief Administrative Officer.
Coming up
No upcoming council or committee meetings are scheduled in the next 14 days, according to the town's current meeting calendar. Residents are encouraged to check the town website for any future postings.