exemplifies how Haliburton addresses multiple community needs through integrated planning. FUNDING AND STRATEGIC PRIORITIES Haliburton faces unique financial challenges that require innovative solutions and provincial partnership. The county’s expansive geography and aging infrastructure create ongoing funding pressures.“Funding for infrastructure, roads, bridges is important to our county given the geographic size of the county and the resources required to maintain our infrastructure,” Burton emphasizes, highlighting the need for sustainable investment. A key priority is advocating for provincial support to develop communal servicing projects, which would enable higher-density housing in rural areas. “Increased funding for support for the development of communal servicing projects in rural municipalities would provide an opportunity for more high-density development in communities,” Burton explains, noting this could help address the housing shortage. Healthcare accessibility remains another critical concern. The county is pushing for provincial 114 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 06, ISSUE 05
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