Building Inspection Leads to Record-Keeping Questions
Building Inspection Leads to Record-Keeping Questions A routine building inspection at a local business in South Algonquin highlights inspection practices, municipal record keeping, and how accessible government records are to residents. An insulation inspection later led to a Freedom of Information (FOI) request, an appeal to the Information and Privacy Commissioner of Ontario, and enquiries […]
The South Algonquin CAO: Hiring and Salary History
The South Algonquin CAO: Hiring and Salary History The Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) is the most senior staff position in the Township of South Algonquin. The CAO oversees municipal operations, manages staff, prepares budgets, and advises council on policy and administration. In South Algonquin, the role also combines the responsibilities of Clerk and Treasurer, making […]
CBO and the Chip Truck Case: What the Court Record Shows
In 2016, a dispute over whether a chip truck qualified as a “building” under Ontario’s Building Code Act led to years of litigation involving Chief Building Official Michael J. Anderson. The case remains scheduled for trial in 2026. With Anderson now serving as Building Inspector in South Algonquin, the court record provides important public context.