I, strongly oppose the…

I, strongly oppose the proposed boundaries for the regional consolidation of Ontario’s Conservation Authorities.

The proposed changes will erode accountability and local services, impose significant costs on taxpayers, and cause delays for landowners, builder and developers.

Conservation Authorities are an integral part of our communities. They provide many programs and services including but not limited to:

• Outdoor recreation opportunities
• Emergency flood management
• Rural and urban stewardship funding for landowners
• Agricultural programs for local farmers
• Experiential learning through education initiatives
These services are vital and cannot be effectively delivered under a consolidated model.

If this transition proceeds, local accountability will be severely diminished. From Kitchener-Waterloo to Windsor, small municipalities and rural areas will lose their voices and may be forced to pay for services they no longer benefit from.