A Collingwood judicial inquiry found numerous conflicts of interest pointing to the need for the province to plug holes in its laws around municipal politicians’ conflicts of interest.
The 914 page report with 306 recommendations covers unfair bidding practices, unfair procurement practices, conflicts of interest, inaccurate and misleading town council reports, the misuse and inappropriate disclosure of the town’s confidential information.
On Tuesday, October 20,2020 Council received a report from the Town’s CFO: C19 Financial Update #2
Rather than an updated budget, the report outlines a number of changes to the Town’s revenues and expenditures.
The report indicates that the Town should expect a $261K surplus.… Continue Reading
The Cobourg Taxpayers association (CTA) is celebrating its five year anniversary.
There has been so much that has happened over the five years and with your help, we have accomplished so much.
We have made numerous presentations and delegations, sent letters and emails to Council, met with individual Councillors and Town staff, and have spoken out when we felt residents were unfairly treated.
We would like to welcome Tracey Vaughan as Cobourg’s new Chief Administrative Office (CAO).
This is a very unsettling time, where residents are concerned about their health and safety, their employment, paying their bills, not losing their home, and and how our Town will cope with meeting their needs without adversely affecting them.
Northumberland County Council and staff are seeking feedback from residents about areas of focus for the County’s current and long-term financial priorities.
Each year, Northumberland County engages with residents to review and confirm financial priorities as staff prepare a draft budget and updated long-term financial plan for Council’s review and consideration.
© 2020 Cobourg Taxpayers Association
