Cornwall council approves smaller planning committees

Cornwall council is headed for its biggest structural change since the 1980s, officially shrinking from eleven to nine members (eight councillors and the mayor) when the new term begins after the upcoming municipal election.In preparation for this smaller structure, city staff members and councillors are exploring how to reimagine municipal governance in Cornwall.A report presented at council’s Aug. 10 regular meeting outlined changes to two Cornwall planning committees, marking the first