Committee tables cooperating agreement for social‑services funding to council

A proposed cooperating agreement for social‑services funding was introduced and seconded for discussion; one member argued that because the measure originates from council and affects budget priorities, council should discuss it first and direct the policy committee. Another member asked for tabling so council could consider it; the committee voted 3–2 to send the matter to council for further consideration.

The motion to table was seconded and carried by majority; committee members noted the topic is contentious and tied closely to council’s budget authority. The item now moves to council for further review and direction.