Council News

Council Approves 2023 Budget

Tuesday, February 7, 2023 - Port Hope, ON

At their regular Council meeting this evening, Municipality of Port Hope Council voted to approve the 2023 budget.

“Our budget preparation is among the most important tasks for Council each year,” states Mayor Hankivsky. “The process is a lengthy one as the budget provides a foundation to meet the public service needs of our residents and to make decisions on municipal infrastructure. Post-pandemic recovery and inflation are not only affecting...

2023 Proposed Budget to be Presented to Council on February 7

The Finance Committee concluded their budget meetings yesterday, February 2, after two days of public deliberations. A by-law to adopt the 2023 Capital and Operating Budget will be presented at the next regular Council meeting on February 7, beginning at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers at Town Hall. The meeting will also be live streamed on the municipal YouTube Channel.

Recordings of the budget meetings are available on the Council webpage.

Budget documents have been updated and are available...

A Statement from Mayor Hankivsky on Black History Month

Throughout the month of February, Canadians honour Black History by celebrating and reflecting on the lived experiences, stories, and accomplishments of Black Canadians.

According to the recent census, our community has seen a small rise in residents who identify a member of a racialized group. Embracing diversity and making strides to foster inclusivity strengthens our community and supports a rich culture.

I encourage you take time this month, and at any time of the year, to learn more about Black...

Council Adopts New Deputy Mayor Schedule and Appoints Todd Attridge

At their recent meeting, Municipality of Port Hope Council amended the Procedural By-law to appoint the Deputy Mayor on a rotating basis for the 2022-2026 term, installing Todd Attridge as the first Deputy Mayor of this term of Council.

“I’m very excited to be this term’s first Deputy Mayor and I believe firmly in the distribution of responsibility and authority,” states Deputy Mayor Attridge. “During the election, I ran on a platform of greater communication, cooperation, and transparency...

New Council eNewsletter

Residents are advised that we have adopted an eNewsletter platform to replace the current post-Council Meeting media release. We will continue to highlight important items from the Council and Committee of the Whole meetings through this new and easy to read e-Newsletter platform. 

All those currently subscribed to Council News on our website have been automatically transferred to the eNewsletter subscription list and will continue receiving updates after Council and Committee of the Whole...