Proclamation – World Town Planning Day, November 8, 2026

“Whereas World Town Planning Day is celebrated annually on November 8 to recognize the important role that planning plays in shaping healthy, sustainable, and prosperous communities; and

Whereas planning professionals work with residents, businesses, Indigenous communities, community organizations, and governments to create communities where people can live, work, and play; and

Whereas Registered Professional Planners help guide responsible growth and development, support housing and economic opportunities, protect agricultural lands and natural heritage features, and promote environmental stewardship and community well-being; and

Whereas in Northumberland County, planning helps balance growth with the protection of the County’s agricultural lands, natural heritage systems, rural character, and unique communities while supporting a strong and resilient economy; and

Whereas World Town Planning Day provides an opportunity to recognize the contributions of planners and to celebrate the value of thoughtful, long-term planning for current and future generations;

Now Therefore Be It Resolved That I, Warden Robert Crate, on behalf of Northumberland County Council do hereby proclaim November 8^th to be ‘World Town Planning Day’ in Northumberland County.”