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Interview With Woodstock Mayor Trevor Birtch

Tuesday, 14 April 2020 14:31

Mayor Birtch talks about the parks and trails still being open in Woodstock, asking residents to stop policing kids trying to get fresh air, City Council, the Budget, COVID-19 Financial relief measures in the City and potential layoffs.

WOODSTOCK - Woodstock Mayor Trevor Birtch did his weekly phone interview with Heart FM today. 

Here is a complete rundown of the topics he went over with News Director Chris McMillan. 

- Encouraging people to get outside and get fresh air. Making it clear that parks and trails are still open to go for a walk or run around, you just CAN'T use any of the playground or sports equipment.

- How disappointed the Mayor is to hear people are yelling at kids, who outside using the parks and trails. 

- The upcoming Woodstock City Council meeting and how that will look during the COVID-19 pandemic.

- The 2020 Woodstock City Budget

- COVID-19 Financial relief measures that will be discussed at council, including tax relief measures, deferred payments and taking money from the City Surplus to help offset lost revenue. 

- Mayor Birtch talks about potential layoffs at the City Woodstock, including seasonal and part time staff. 

- The new hours at the Enviro-Depot 

You can listen to the full interview below.

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