Municipal enforcement statistics

OF NOTE THIS MONTH: JULY 2017

Parking infractions and unsightly premise occurrences continue to present the greatest challenge for bylaw and peace officers throughout the summer months, but both failed to result in a significant number of tickets issued, according to July's Municipal Enforcement report. Only four parking tickets were written in response to 47 occurrences logged in July, while none of the 26 unsightly premise reports resulted in a ticket.

Chief operating officer Doug Wagstaff told council during last week's priorities and planning meeting that this could be due to several factors, including lag time in processing and staffing shortages during summer holidays. In addition he said that unsightly premise occurrences that do not result in a ticket are indicative of cooperative residents and resolutions being reached.

Municipal enforcement statistics are presented every month during the town council's policies and procedures meeting. The top chart reflects the number of tickets that were issued for both bylaw and provincial violations. The bottom shows the number of occurrences, or incidents, that involved either a peace officer or a town bylaw officer. Not all occurrences result in a ticket -- some receive warnings, others are investigated and found to not violate any laws. Bylaw officers are not all permitted to make traffic stops, however can report incidents to other agents or issue a warning if the opportunity arises. Assists refer to other agencies – RCMP, fire or emergency services – requesting the assistance of a peace or bylaw officer.