| | Remembrance Day Services The Town of The Blue Mountains joins communities across Canada in commemorating Remembrance Day on Saturday, November 11. The following ceremonies are available to the community:
Thornbury Remembrance Day Service
Date: Saturday, November 11, 2023
Time: 10:40 a.m. (Moment of silence at 11:00 a.m.)
Location: Thornbury Cenotaph at Jack Acres Park Ravenna Remembrance Day Service
Date: Saturday, November 11, 2023
Time: 1:00 p.m.
Location: Ravenna Cenotaph at Ravenna Memorial Park
For those who wish to learn more about the area's local military history, The Blue Mountains Public Library has online exhibits available on its website.
For more information, please contact the Director of Community Services. | | | | Council Meeting Dates The Town would like to advise residents that the 2023 Council Meeting Calendar has been revised to accommodate scheduled audio/visual upgrades taking place in the Council Chambers. - The Monday, December 11, 2023, Council Meeting has been rescheduled to Monday, December 18, 2023.
- The Tuesday, December 12, 2023, Council Meeting has been rescheduled to Tuesday, December 19, 2023.
To submit correspondence or a deputation for inclusion on the December 18, 2023, Council Agenda, please contact the Clerk’s office for assistance regarding the deadlines for materials to be submitted. Learn More | | | Update Regarding the Blue Mountains Attainable Housing Corporation The Town would like to provide an update regarding the Blue Mountains Attainable Housing Corporation (BMAHC). On Monday, October 30, 2023, a staff report was presented to Council providing two options regarding how best to proceed with the current operating loan that the Town holds with the BMAHC. Council passed a motion to direct staff to complete all required processes to formally release the BMAHC and its Board of Directors of its responsibilities to repay the current operating loan, with the loan agreement terminating as of October 30, 2023. Council also will provide formal written notice of intent to continue the BMAHC under a modified mandate, as recommended by the municipal member of The Blue Mountains, and request that this notice be included on The BMAHC’s 2023 Annual General Meeting Agenda. This motion was carried 7-0. A recording of the meeting is available on the Town’s website. The portion of the meeting regarding the BMAHC begins at 6:45:31. A copy of the staff report presented to Council is available online. For more information, please contact:
Shawn Everitt
Chief Administrative Officer
(519) 599-3131 ext. 234 | | | Seasonal Facility Closures The Town of The Blue Mountains would like to advise the public of the following seasonal closures: Municipal Golf Course & Outdoor Pickleball Courts:
The Municipal Golf Course and outdoor Pickleball Courts closed for the season on Sunday, October 29, 2023.
Tennis Courts & Outdoor Public Washrooms:
The Tennis Courts and Outdoor Public Washrooms will be closed for the season on Wednesday, November 1, 2023. Read More | | | | Chief Fire Prevention Officer Recognized for 25 Years of Service The Town is excited to announce that Chief Fire Prevention Officer, Duncan Rydall was recently recognized by the Fire Marshal of Ontario for 25 years of service and was awarded The Fire Services Long Services Medal. The Town would like to congratulate Duncan on this achievement and extend appreciation for his courageous and dedicated services. | | | Official Plan Review - Phase 2 Public Workshops The Town would like to remind residents that workshops for Phase 2 of the Official Plan Review project have been scheduled throughout November and early December. There are two types of workshops: large-format sessions, which include a presentation, Q&A and breakout table sessions, and informal drop-in sessions, which will provide a more informal opportunity for residents to attend and discuss all Official Plan topics with Town staff and project consultants. Large-Format Sessions
In Person & Virtual - Registration is Required
To register, please visit the project webpage. - #1 - Environment, Climate Change, Agriculture & Parks
Saturday, November 4, 9:30am - 12:00pm - #2 - Infrastructure, Transportation, Commercial & Indigenous Engagement
Thursday, November 16, 2:00 - 4:30pm - #3 - Growth, Density, Housing, Building Height, Character and Community Design
Thursday, November 30, 2:00 – 5:00pm Drop-In Sessions
In Person Only & Registration is not required. - Ravenna Hall - Wednesday, November 8, 12:00 - 4:00pm
- Marsh Street Centre - Saturday, November 18, 12:00 - 4:00pm
- Craigleith Community Centre - Saturday, December 2, 9:30am – 12:30pm
For more information and to register, please visit the project webpage. Learn More | | | Moreau Park Revitalization The initial public survey for the Moreau Park Revitalization project is now closed. More than 760 responses were received during the survey period. Results will be compiled and presented to Town Council for their consideration and direction at an upcoming meeting. Learn More | | | | TWWTP Expansion The Town's contractors have been working on building and installing the formwork and rebar for the walls of the new Activated Sludge building and aeration tank. Work will continue over the coming weeks to prepare for the next round of concrete pours, which will include the walls for the aeration tank and lower walls for the Activated Sludge building. Learn More | | | | Upcoming Public Meeting A Public Meeting will be held on November 21, 2023 at 9:30am to consider an Application for Permanent Easements as part of the 150 and 160 King Street East project. The application seeks to create these easements for parking, entrance, servicing and access in order to establish rights of use between the separately owned parcels of land. Learn More | | | | | | |
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