West Grey Council defers decision to pause gravel pit operations

The West Grey Council in Ontario has postponed its decision on pausing the development of gravel pits via an Interim Control By-law due to community opposition and concerns over the environmental impact. The deferral comes amid pressure from local groups and the Ontario Stone, Sand & Gravel Association’s suggestion to await results from a similar situation in Caledon. The council is working with provincial ministries to address these issues while assessing infrastructure needs over the next 20 years. The decision is supported by those wary of hasty implementation, highlighting the need for further examination before incurring public expenses.