What a relief! In a protracted stretch of negotiations over many months, we have finally come to an agreement that makes both councils feel like winners.
No loosers! Just winners!
The people of our two municipalities, it seems to me, went through a number of emotions as they observed the proceedings over many months. Puzzlement, Impatience, Anger, Frustration! I hope the feeling now is mainly one of Relief and Satisfaction.
I have talked to several Morris Turnberry councillors and officials. They are all expressing relief, and calling it a win-win situation.
That's the feeling of North Huron council as well. It's certainly how I feel.
From my perspective as a North Huron councillor, our partners are delighted with the result, and I am pleased that there is no change in the fire service costs to North Huron residents.
We have agreed to Morris-Turnberry's request to provide fire coverage for the portion of Turnberry ward which had been covered by another fire department. This is for no addition cost to M-T and will not require North Huron to buy extra equipment or increase its budget.
Our policy to provide fire service to our neighbours at cost can continue without change.
Brock Vodden
(My opinion only)
