Port Colborne politicians return to the Council Chambers on April 26

It has sat empty for nearly two years now but the Port Colborne politicians will finally return to in-person sessions in their Council Chamber on April 26.

After the initial session on April 26, Port Colborne will return to their previously regular schedule of full Council meeting in the Chamber every second and fourth Tuesday of the month, beginning each session at 6:30 pm.

Port Colborne CAO Scott Luey noted, “We’re looking forward to re-connecting in council chambers, but we would also like to thank councillors, staff, and our live stream team for their work while we transitioned online to ensure city business could continue through staff reports to council.”

As well as the councillors and city staff themselves, the public are also welcome back to council chambers when in-person meetings. However, those not comfortable with group meetings can still tune in from home, whether online or via YourTV on Cogeco channel 10 on Thursdays following council meetings at 9 a.m.

The city said some changes will be made to the chambers to allow physical distancing for councillors, staff, and the public.

“On behalf of council and staff we would also like to thank the community for adapting to our online delegation process and tuning in to our council meetings, whether online or on television,” said Port Colborne Mayor Bill Steele.

“As members of council, our job is to serve and advocate for our constituents, and despite the barriers that presented themselves, we have still been able to connect and move projects and initiatives forward that are in the best interest of our community.”

This means delegations to council are also back in-person, starting April 26. As it was in the past, delegation requests are made by emailing [email protected], calling 905-835-2900 ext. 115 or visiting the second floor of City Hall at 66 Charlotte Street.