November 2023 Council’s Corner

In Davidson Town Council’s Strategic Plan, one of the values identified was transparency in municipal decision making, finances, and communication.  Council’s Corner will focus on these strategic priorities as it relates to the Strategic Action Plan:

1. Engagement, Communications and Team Work

• Council is continuing to look at ways to fund recreation going forward as costs are rapidly rising. We are exploring all options to enhance partnerships.
• The Christmas Parade has been set for Monday, December 18^th at 7 p.m. The parade route will be advertised in the Davidson Leader December 11^th.
• The Town is now accepting donations for Secret Santa to assist families at this time of year. Cash donations or unwrapped gifts are accepted at the Town Office until December 13^th.
• A reminder to please remove your garbage and recycle carts from the street as soon as possible after pickup. This will help with snow removal this winter.  As well, removal of your garbage cans and stands in the back alley will make clean-up of the alleys much easier.
• We enjoyed another successful crop year with the Davidson Kinsmen in our joint land project with a total profit being $36,757. Profits each year are split between the two groups; with the Town using their share towards recreation. Thank you to all involved with this great project.
• Council continues to support STARS with an annual donation
• Following the Public Hearing November 21^st, Council adopted the Zoning Bylaw amendment that defines Mobile Storage Containers (seacans), extends the zoning districts that they are allowed, and outlines related conditions.
• The Davidson Legion and Library Board have partnered to add an elevator in the Library, making it more accessible for all users.

2. Infrastructure

• Council authorized a temporary fix to our water tower issues earlier this month, and have now partnered with Municipal Utilities for a permanent fix in early 2024.
• The Town recently received word that we were successful with our December 2022 ICIP grant application for upgrades to the water tower, which will include removal of the deteriorated exterior coating, repair areas of corrosion, recoat the tower exterior, replace the altitude valve and level controls. The total estimated cost of this project is $455,000, which will be funded by the federal and provincial government (73.33%), and the Town of Davidson (26.67%).
• Council signed an agreement with Walker Projects to design a plan for upgrades to the sewer lift station in 2024, which will include electrical upgrades, new standby power generator, and upgrades to the mechanical system to address ventilation issues.

3. Economic Development

• The Economic Development Committee is planning their first meeting for January 2024.

4. Recreation and Cultural Programs

• The AGT Centre is busy with hockey, curling, and public skating. To view the weekly schedule, visit the Town website (townofdavidson.com)
• Public skating passes are available at the Town Office: $111 for a family pass; $55.50 for a single pass; or $2 for drop-in. There is also a drop box just outside the office at the rink.

If you have questions or want more information, please contact the Town Office.