It's been months in the making, but the Meaford Public Library Board and the North Grey Union Public Library board have come to an agreement on a new service contract that ensures continued membership for Sydenham residents, and also opens the door for any Meaford resident who wants to use the Owen Sound library.
A half-million dollar rehabilitation project of municipal structure 030, known locally as 'Bakeshop Bridge', got underway last week and is expected to be completed by mid- September.
After receiving an updated report from staff at their June 5 meeting, Meaford council voted in favour of having municipal staff assume the responsibility for the operation of the municipal wastewater treatment plant.
After a one-year pilot project aimed at providing some municipal services at the Sydenham Centre in rural Meaford, the municipality says that low usage has resulted in a decision to discontinue the project.
