The Town of Tillsonburg will investigate ways to better communicate with the public going forward.
Mar 10, 2026 •
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The Town of Tillsonburg will explore options for improving communication with the public in the future.
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Councillor Kelly Spencer introduced a motion at the town’s March 9 meeting asking staff to look into “enhanced physical and/or digital municipal signage to improve communication of community announcements and events.”
The report, as directed by council, will include cost estimates, location analysis, and implementation considerations.
“Our staff does a wonderful job,” Spencer began, pointing out existing newspaper ads and social media activity.
“(However) people keep asking for banners or signs. I’m not sure if people don’t see the (town’s) social media stuff due to algorithms or they don’t get a newspaper. I don’t know what the reason is, but I know this request has come through several times by several different people. I believe there is some onus on the community to read the one-page ad in the paper that is out frequently; however, in a sea of information, things can get lost.”
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The Downtown Tillsonburg BIA has digital signs at both the north and southeast entrances to town, but their system is outdated according to Spencer.
“Perhaps town staff could work with the BIA to upgrade the digital (signage) in exchange for usage,” she suggested. “This is an exact example of how it could save revenue or cost while promoting the events we have in town.”
The motion passed but faced some pushback.
Mayor Deb Gilvesy pointed out that new signage might need a comprehensive town policy similar to what was created for flags displayed on town property.
“The other thing is, oil prices are increasing which will impact paving and operational costs that could affect our past budget,” Gilvesy added. “This is also the last year of council. We shouldn’t be looking at spending money on non-budgeted items. I feel staff time is very valuable and limited. Staff have budget items to deliver on, and we shouldn’t be adding to their workload.”
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Councillor Chris Rosehart suggested renting portable signs when needed.
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“You don’t see a lot of that anymore,” she said,“but they are out there to be used.”
New advisory committee members
Tillsonburg’s advisory committees have welcomed several new members recently.
Monday’s meeting saw council approve newcomers including Brittany Vaughan and Michael Brown for the accessibility advisory committee; Courtney Booth with museum culture heritage and special awards advisory committee; Dane Willson Evan Prouse Bryan Wiltshire and Frank Van Heck joining affordable and attainable housing advisory committee.
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