Highlights of the Meeting of Council on Tuesday, September 24, 2024

Addition of Illumination Requests to the Town’s Flag Policy

Aurora Town Council approved adding illumination requests to the Flag Protocol and Flag Raising Policy. The new building and outdoor space at Aurora Town Square can light up its exterior in various colours, allowing the Town to accept illumination requests. Illumination requests, generally made by charities and not-for-profits, is meant to raise awareness for a cause. The Town Clerk will approve them based on the terms in the updated policy. Council also requested that the Clerk report back in one year with a summary of requests and any impact on the neighbourhood.

Council approved updates to the Street Naming Policy which addresses veteran poppy symbol application and Legion notification. Going forward, the Town will select names from the cenotaph be chosen as street names before any other name is approved. Lastly, Council requested that the name Folliot Street be changed to Folliott Street to correct the misspelling of fallen RCAF member Eric Walter Folliott, who the street was named after.

Asset Management Funding Strategy 2025 and 2026

Aurora Town Council approved the Asset Management Funding Strategy for 2025 and 2026. The recommended short-term asset management reserve balancing strategy ensures that Aurora remains on a financially sustainable path without increasing the previously presented levy increase for 2025 and 2026. An expanded financial strategy commencing in 2027 and beyond will be presented to Council prior to the 2027 Budget.

Windrow Pilot Program Eligibility Criteria

Aurora Town Council approved the eligibility criteria for the extension of the Town’s Windrow Removal Pilot Program as well as a fee of $100 per household to help offset the costs of the program. There will be a fee exemption for low-income residents. To qualify for the free program, the total net income of your household must be below the Statistics Canada low-income cut-offs.