Warden McNeil and Mayor Finch accept the presentation from Minister Thompson alongside other members of government.
The County of Huron received a cheque from the Province of Ontario for almost $6.5 million this morning to help finance an upcoming affordable housing development in Exeter.
Parliamentary Assistant for Municipal Affairs and Housing Matthew Rae said that housing is an issue that needs to be addressed on all levels,
MPP Lisa Thompson also emphasized the collaborative nature of the investment.
MPP Lisa Thompson emphasized the forward thinking design of the building, ensuring that it remains in use for decades to come,
The shovel could be in the ground on the build any day now, and everyone seemed eager to get started.
MP Ben Lobb said that the project will fill a need in the community to create a continuum of housing for all types of people,
The build will feature 20 affordable units for the community.
Collaboration between all levels of government was the common thread in all of the addresses made, and Huron County Warden Glen McNeil echoed that sentiment,
Mayor George Finch had nothing but great things to say about the partnerships that the Municipality has built with the County, our MPP and MP,
Mayor Finch addressed the public about the announcement.
There was talk about ambition to cut the ribbon on the build as early as next Spring, although that would definitely be pushing the timeline.
Written by: B. Shakyaver
