City Council Updates and Highlights

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City Council Meeting: February 24, 2015

Drinking Water System Summary Report and Overview

Last night, the Annual Drinking Water System Summary report was presented to Council to illustrate the effectiveness and performance of the drinking water system. The Annual Summary report provides detailed quantitative and qualitative information regarding the performance of the drinking water system.

Read The Full Report Here (Page 5)

City of Niagara Falls 2015 Budget

The City of Niagara Falls has finalized key dates for the 2015 budget timetable. Throughout this period, Council will discuss operations and capital projects for all departments. This process is held in open Council and is aired on COGECO Cable 10 to provide transparency.

As part of the budget process, Council authorized staff to undertake a review of policing costs related to the City of Niagara Falls.

Meeting Dates & Times
Date Description
Tuesday, March 10, 5:00 p.m. Operating/Capital Budget
Tuesday, March 24, 5:00 p.m. Operating/Capital Budget
Tuesday, April 14, 5:00 p.m. Parking and Utilities Budget

Budget presentations and documents will be available on the City of Niagara Falls website at www.niagarafalls.ca

Congratulations to the Niagara Falls Falcons
Major Peewee 'AA' Baseball Team - OBA Champions

Congratulations to the Niagara Falls Falcons
Minor Bantam AA - Ontario Champions

Cancer Awareness Month: April

The month of April is proclaimed as Cancer Awareness Month. During April, Canadian Cancer Society volunteers raise vital fund for the fight against cancer. Learn more about this national fundraising campaign.

World Autism Awareness Day: April 2, 2015

April 2, 2015 is proclaimed as World Autism Awareness Day. The day aims to increase public awareness about Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and the day-to-day issues faced by people with autism and their families. Learn more at www.autismontario.com

World Plumbing Day: March 11, 2015

March 11, 2015 is proclaimed as "World Plumbing Day" in City of Niagara Falls, at the request of the Canadian Institute of Plumbing and Heating. This day will aim to raise awareness of the importance of proper plumbing in relation to protecting the planet and its citizens. Learn more at www.ciph.com

REMINDER: Increase in Number of Frozen Water Services Calls
If you encounter a problem with a frozen water service, please call 905 356 1355 for the City's assistance. View the City Alert for additional information.

The next City Council Meeting will be held: March 10, 2015 at 5:00 p.m.