Help Shape the 2025 Budget

The Town of Lincoln provides more than 90 programs and services that impact your life every day, including road maintenance, recreation programs, public libraries, by-law enforcement, fire services and parks.

That is why the Town’s budget is so important! The budget is a financial plan that determines how we will fund and provide services to our residents. It guides decisions on key infrastructure investments and how they will be funded.

As we prepare for the 2025 Budget, we invite you to take our survey. Your input will help us prioritize the Town of Lincoln’s portion of your tax dollars.

Complete the survey by July 31 for your chance to win four NPCA NaturePlus Passes!

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Beamsville District Secondary School Update

In June 2024, the Town of Lincoln successfully finalized an agreement to acquire the surplus Beamsville District Secondary School (BDSS) site from the District School Board of Niagara.

This is an important opportunity for the Town to take future ownership of a property that is not only centrally located in Beamsville and within walking distance of many amenities and services, but one that is also rich in history.

By purchasing the site, the Town will shape its future and we are excited about leading this transformational project. With our commitment to the tagline ‘Preserve, Evolve, Thrive,’ we aim not only to embrace the rich heritage of this site but also to spearhead a new era of community benefits and sustainable growth.

The Town is seeking public feedback to shape future plans for the former BDSS site, ensuring it aligns with our community’s evolving needs. Recognizing that part of the site will likely include a private sector partner, the Town is seeking feedback on what both public and private uses look like, while ensuring delivery of services and community benefits.

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12 Month Pre-Authorized Payment Plan for Property Taxes

Our 12-month Pre-Authorized Payment (PAP) plan allows taxpayers to make monthly payments more evenly throughout the year. This plan is one way we are making it more manageable for families or individuals on a fixed income, looking to plan more easily for regular expenses and manage their household budgets. It also means that the incremental increase in payments that normally occurs in July when the final tax bills are issued will be distributed throughout the remainder of the year. Payments are due on the first day of each month.

Check your mailboxes in early July for the final 2024 tax bill and learn more about how your property taxes are distributed.

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Tourism Updates

Our Asset Plan - And Why It Matters

In 2024, Lincoln Council approved an increase in the portion of the tax bill dedicated towards capital infrastructure. This demonstrates Lincoln’s commitment to investing in our community, ensuring the sustainability of our infrastructure for future generations.

Infrastructure is critical to the competitiveness of our economy, the quality of life citizens enjoy, and the delivery of public services. Municipalities in Ontario are legislated to have an Asset Management Plan (AMP) to guide infrastructure investment. The Town of Lincoln’s plan prioritizes investments in our infrastructure (or municipal assets) at the right time to maximize the tax dollar.

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Work in Lincoln

In 2023, the Town of Lincoln’s Economic Development Office, in partnership with the Employment Help Centre, launched the Work in Lincoln program to help connect local employers to talented job seekers in the area.

• Job Fairs - The Town’s Economic Development office, in collaboration with the Employment Help Centre, organized its third job fair on March 27, 2024. The event proved highly successful, drawing an impressive crowd of approximately 400 attendees and participation from 28 local businesses.
• Workinlincoln.ca allows local employers to create an account and submit job postings at their own leisure, while allowing job seekers to apply for job postings and join the resume database.

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Jordan Village Public Realm Donation Program

The Jordan Village Public Realm Donation Program gives businesses and residents the opportunity to provide street furniture in newly renovated Jordan Village. Donations will be subject to the following:

• Donations can be made toward a bench or bike rack located within a specified area of Jordan Village.
• Each will include a personalized donation plaque.
• Staff will work with donors to determine a specific location, installation and maintenance of the amenity for a predetermined lifecycle.

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Investing in Traffic Safety Infrastructure Initiatives

Regional Transportation Projects in Lincoln

The following projects are managed by Niagara Region and fall within their jurisdiction due to the different levels of service between local and regional government, and/or presence on regional roads.

• Ontario Street watermain replacement
• Victoria Avenue watermain replacement
• Vision Zero road safety initiative

Learn More about Regional Projects in Lincoln

Go Green: Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Stations in Lincoln!

Town of Lincoln electric vehicle charging stations are available at the following locations:

• Charles Daley Park (1969 North Service Road)
• Jordan Village Public (3763 Nineteenth Street)
• Parking Lot Town Hall (4800 South Service Road)
• Rotary Park (5020 Serena Drive)
• Vineland Public Parking Lot (Victoria Avenue & Tallman Drive)

User fees apply.

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Shape Lincoln 2051

The Town of Lincoln is reviewing its Official Plan to guide growth and development until 2051, aligning with regional and provincial policies.

An open house, public meeting and survey took place for members of the public to review and provide feedback on the revised draft Official Plan. The Town is actively reviewing all the feedback received to inform proposed updates to the Official Plan. The draft policy amendments were provided for further community feedback at another public consultation session held at the end of May. Thank you for your continued engagement in shaping the future of Lincoln.

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Council & Committee Meetings

Council meets regularly to discuss the Town’s business as representatives of the public. Most meetings start at 6 p.m., are open to the public, and are live-streamed on our YouTube Channel. Visit our website to view a calendar of meetings, including agendas, minutes, and how to get involved.

View the Meeting Calendar

Legislative Services

Did you know that in addition to overseeing services related to Council and Committees and open governance, the Legislative Services Team offers a variety of services including:

• Marriage Licenses
• Civil Ceremonies and Renewal of Marriage Vows
• Oaths and Declarations
• Licensing
• Municipal Elections
• Council Information Packages
• Cemeteries

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Honour Your Loved Ones Through Our Commemorative Program

The Town of Lincoln’s Park and Amenities Commemorative Program is an opportunity to provide a unique dedication in honour of a loved one, individual, or group. Donations can be made toward a park, trail or facility amenity such as a tree, bench, picnic table or arena seat within one of the beautiful parks, trails, cemeteries or arenas in Lincoln.

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Mini Forests Project & “No-Mow” Areas

The Town’s Urban Forest Working Group, Ontariogreen Conservation Association, NPCA, and Town departmental representatives, will be undertaking a Miyawaki Mini Forests Pilot Project. The Town has received a $17,000 grant from the Niagara Community Foundation, and a $10,000 grant from the Greenbelt Foundation through the Living Cities Canada Fund, a program of Green Communities Canada to fund this initiative. This generous funding will enable the Town to implement a Miyawaki Mini Forest in our community, helping to naturalize urban spaces, mitigate and address climate change, and enrich biodiversity.

Planning for the Fall 2024 Community Tree Planting project – the “Miyawaki Mini Forests Pilot Project” is well underway. Two neighbouring planting locations have been selected in Konkle Creek and Rotary Park. The planting sites have been strategically selected to prioritize the Town’s environmental priorities. The two mini forest areas will be naturalized once tree planting occurs, so they will not be mowed.

Other current “no-mow” or naturalized areas in Lincoln are located at:

• Meadowood Park
• St. Volodymyr Park
• Jordan Park Woodlot (New in 2024)

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Volunteer at the Val Fleming Butterfly Garden

Join in maintaining the Val Fleming Butterfly Garden at Rotary Park while also having the opportunity to learn from the very experienced horticulture designer who created the beautiful, native planting design. Volunteers are encouraged to bring their own gardening tools such as a trowel, bucket, gloves and kneeling pad, however the organizers will have extra trowels and buckets on-site. Please join us on:

• September 7  |  9 a.m. - noon
• October 5  |  9 a.m. - noon

This is an initiative of the Fleming Foundation and Ontariogreen.

Stay Safe While Enjoying Our Open Spaces & Trails This Summer!

Protect yourself and your pets from tick bites this summer! Reduce your risk of Lyme disease and other tick-borne illnesses with these essential tips:

• Wear light-coloured clothing to spot ticks easily
• Use insect repellents containing DEET or Icaridin
• Perform full body checks on yourself & pets after outdoor activities
• Keep your grass trimmed and dispose of leaf litter
• Outdoor workers should shower or bath within two hours of being in forested or long grass areas

Remember, ticks are tiny and hard to spot! Stay vigilant and enjoy the outdoors safely.

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Seasonal Fun Begins: Aquatics & Drop-In Programs

Skip the line! Through your PlayLincoln account, register quickly and easily for summer recreation programs including public swimming and drop-in programming.

Register for a PlayLincoln Account

Discover Your Park

Recreation staff and community partners will be visiting your local park throughout the summer. Join in the FREE activities and discover the highlights of your neighbourhood park.

• July 17  |  10 a.m. - noon  |  Rotary Park  |  Theme: Bug Hunt
• July 25  |  10 a.m. - noon |  Angelina Prokich Park  |  Theme: Sports & Games
• July 30  |  10 a.m. - noon  |  Charles Daley Park  |  Theme: Hide & Seek
• August 7  |  10 a.m. - noon  |  Vineland Neighbourhood Park  |  Theme: Teddy Bear Picnic
• August 15  |  10 a.m. - noon  |  Hilary Bald Park  |  Theme: Jump Around
• August 20  |  10 a.m. - noon  |  Ashby Drive Park  |  Theme: On the Move
• August 28  |  10 a.m. - noon  |  Rotary Park  |  Theme: Choose Your Own Adventure

Movie Nights in the Park!

Bring your lawn chair or blanket and your favourite movie snacks for a fun family movie night! Consider bringing a non-perishable food donation for Community Care and receive a slice of pizza from Little Caesars!

• July 12  |  Hilary Bald Park  |  Playing: Luca
• August 16  |  Rotary Park  |  Playing: Wall-E

Cherry Heights Park Opening This Summer

This new park is located in the Cherry Heights Subdivision on the south side of Maitland Street. Dialogue between Town Council, staff and Indigenous communities has led to the evolution of an open space concept that offers a passive pedestrian experience for residents within the community. Specifically, the space will include an asphalt trail and stairs along Maitland Street (to be constructed in late Summer/Fall 2024) as well as various tree and shrub plantings throughout.

Construction is progressing well. The trail has been fully constructed, with grass seeding and native shrub and tree plantings taking place in early summer. Further overseeding will be undertaken later in the season. We expect that the park will be open for public use by press time of this publication and will remain open during stair installation. Please stay tuned for further updates in the coming months.

Sho’aríshon Park (formerly Jordan Hollow)

Project construction is now anticipated to begin in 2025 due to tender submissions exceeding the original approved budget. The Town continues to actively seek additional funding opportunities and has had some success in recent months. The Town of Lincoln gratefully acknowledges the financial support in the amount of $42,962 from the Niagara Community Foundation (NCF) - David S. Howes Fund; a public foundation serving the people of Niagara since 2000. NCF connects donors to causes and communities to resources through permanent endowment funds, providing grants to eligible charitable organizations in culture, health, education, environment, recreation and social service sectors.

Niagara Region’s 2024 Public Realm Improvement Program has again selected this project as a funding priority with the amount of $100,000. This additional funding will supplement the previous Regional commitment of $83,000 and the formal letter of award will be forthcoming this summer. The Town continues to work closely and collaborate with the Region on their Twenty Mile Creek Arch Bridge Replacement Project with the goal of realizing better economies of scale. We thank the community for their continued support and understanding and remain optimistic about completing the park next year.

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Lincoln Museum & Cultural Centre

In August, we celebrate the opening of our Fall exhibits. The historical exhibit Growing Up explores the history of rural Canadian childhood and how the concept of childhood has changed since the 1800s. Childhood is also explored by artist Steven White who uses recycled parts from thrift shops, yard sales, and junkyards in Ontario to playfully dream about the past, present, and future.

Historical Building Tours: Drop-in during our opening hours in June, July, and August and join our expert guides to explore the 1815 Fry House and 1859 Schoolhouse.

Museum Explorer Backpacks: Explore the museum with a themed backpack filled with intriguing items and fun activities. Backpacks can be borrowed for 1.5 hours and are available anytime during museum opening hours from the museum information desk.

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Fire Safety Tips for the BBQ Season

It’s important to follow simple fire safety tips that can help you and your family enjoy a safe BBQ season.

• Only use BBQs outdoors. The risk of fire or asphyxiation could result if used indoors or in any enclosed spaces, such as tents or garages.
• Place the BBQ at least a 3m distance from your home or other structures, and out from under eaves and overhanging branches.
• Make sure your grill is located on a flat, level surface.
• Keep BBQ away from paths of travel and play areas.
• Use long-handled utensils to keep a safe distance from heat and flames.
• When a BBQ is in use, never leave it unattended.
• Keep children and pets away from the BBQ.
• Ensure BBQ is fully cooled off before covering or storing away.
• If possible, have a portable residential fire extinguisher nearby.

Burn Permits

The Town of Lincoln prohibits open-air burning unless you obtain a burn permit, per the Town’s Open-Air Fire By-law. An “open-air fire” is defined as a fire in an open place, yard, field, or area not contained or enclosed by a building or structure and includes agricultural fires, chimineas, bonfires,
and campfires.   

• Permits are available online at a discounted rate of $25 or in-person at Town Hall for $50.
• Burn permits are valid for the calendar year and expire on December 31 of each year.

Learn More & Apply for a Burn Permit

Fireworks in the Town of Lincoln

Fireworks are prohibited in the Town of Lincoln. The only exceptions are on Victoria Day and Canada Day. Fireworks are permitted two days before and seven days following these holidays.

Lincoln Pelham Public Library

Get a Free Library Card: Did you know it is free to join the library? Stop by the Fleming Branch in Beamsville, the Rittenhouse Branch in Vineland, or sign up online and receive your library card by mail.

Learn More & Sign Up for a Library Card

PressReader

Get unlimited, instant daily access to more than 7,000 newspapers and magazines from around the world. All you need is a library card!

PressReader offers access to local, national, and international newspapers and magazines with 60 different language options to translate content. Inclusive reading allows customers to enjoy content with assistive technology such as accessibility mode, text-to-speech audio, font size control, and more. Access to these popular and local papers includes:

• The Hamilton Spectator
• Niagara Falls Review
• St. Catharines Standard
• Toronto Star
• Welland Tribune

Get Your Summer Read On!

Canada’s biggest bilingual summer reading program for kids of all ages, interests and abilities is now underway! Stop by the library in Beamsville or Vineland and sign up for the TD Summer Reading Club (TD SRC). Earn weekly incentives and enter to win some great draw prizes. Plus, check out teen and adult reading challenges, and tons of free children’s programming too.

New Memory Lab Available at Rittenhouse Branch

This community space houses specialized equipment to convert photos, videos, and cassettes to a digital format, preserving important memories for years to come. At the Memory Lab, you can:

• Convert 8 mm film, Super 8 film, VHS, slides, photo negatives, and photos to a digital format
• Print photos
• Restore/improve the quality of old photographs
• Design family trees

Meet The Fleet: Thank you to everyone who braved the weather to attend our first ‘Meet the Fleet’ event on May 25.

Fleming Centre's 10th Anniversary: Thank you to everyone who joined us to celebrate a decade of recreation and fun at the Fleming Centre.