Directing staff to explore a snow clearing support program for seniors living alone facing winter accessibility barriers
General Committee makes recommendations; City Council makes the final decision.
We haven’t matched this to Council’s final vote yet. Committee recommendations normally go to the City Council meeting on February 2, 2026.
Councillor Votes
Full Resolution Text
WHEREAS Peterborough’s aging population includes seniors who live alone and face increased risk and barriers during winter snow and ice events; and WHEREAS the cost of property maintenance, including snow clearing, has increased and can be challenging for seniors on fixed incomes and those with disabilities; and WHEREAS more severe winter storms can increase hazards and limit safe access to homes, sidewalks, and essential services; THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that staff be directed to investigate options for a Seniors Snow Clearing Support Program beyond baseline winter maintenance, including potential models implemented by other municipalities such as windrow assistance, subsidy/rebate, community/agency partnership or volunteer matching, and that investigates eligibility criteria, delivery methods, costs, and funding options; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that staff conduct community engagement including a public survey and stakeholder outreach to assess local needs and perspectives; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that staff report back to Council with findings, potential program options, estimated impacts/costs, and recommended next steps including the potential for a pilot program.