Weather Event Update Crews have been working to restore power, open roads and clear debris throughout the municipality following the recent weather event. In the event of an emergency, please dial 9-1-1. Current Road Closures (10:30 a.m. on Thursday, April 3, 2025) - Grey Road 119 remains closed from Banks (4th Line) to the bottom of the hill on Scenic Caves Road.
- The 12th Sideroad is closed between the 3rd Line and the 4th Line.
Multiple roads in the municipality have been reduced to one lane due to downed trees or wires. Crews continue to work to restore access and clear debris. Following the rainfall event, some roads may have water on them. Please take extra precautions when driving throughout the municipality. The Blue Mountains Fire Department and the Blue Mountains OPP detachment are continuing wellness checks for residents who remain without power. Learn More | Sustainability Summit Returns April 24 Have you registered yet for the 2025 Sustainability Summit? Join us on April 24th at the Beaver Valley Community Centre in Thornbury for an essential event for leaders and innovators driving the future of sustainability. With an afternoon and evening session available to attend, this free event offers an exciting lineup of topics designed to inspire and challenge. The afternoon will focus on the theme of Social Sustainability, while the evening will put the spotlight on the Green Economy Hub. Free registration is now available, book your spot today! Learn More | Nominations Open For Senior of the Year Award Do you know someone over the age of 65 who makes The Blue Mountains a better community? Nominate them for the Province of Ontario Senior of the Year Award! The Senior of the Year Award honours an outstanding local senior who, after age 65, enriches the social, cultural or civic life of the community. Seniors who qualify for this award may have contributed to any number of fields such as arts, literature, community service, volunteering, education, environment, fitness and humanitarian activities. Nominations can be made in the form of a letter and must be submitted to the Town Clerk by Wednesday, April 16, 2025, at noon. In the letter, please include the nominator's name and contact information, the nominee's name and contact information, and details on why the Nominee should be considered for the award. Please contact the Town Clerk should you have any questions regarding the nomination process:
Town Clerk
(519) 599-3131 ext. 232 Learn More | Youth Climate Action Fund Deadline Extended The deadline to submit your application has been extended to April 7, 2025, at noon! Reach out to the Town's Sustainability department if... - you are 15-24 and have a project idea, but aren't sure who you would work with or how to put your proposal together or;
- you work with a non-profit organization that would like to support and work with youth leaders on local climate change initiatives
Up to $7000 in funding is available for projects. Submission guidelines, eligibility criteria and funding details are available on the Town's website. Learn More | Tourism Strategy Open House on April 3 The final draft of the Town's Tourism Strategy will be on display at an Open House at Town Hall on Thursday, April 3 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., including the destination development and tourism marketing framework. All businesses, tourism operators, accommodation providers, industry stakeholders, residents and anyone else that may be interested are invited to attend. The Open House is an informal opportunity to learn about the strategy and to engage directly with Town staff and the project consultants. There is no set agenda for the Open House and attendees may join at any time during the event. - What: Tourism Strategy Open House
- When: Thursday, April 3, 2025 – 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
- Where: Town Hall Council Chambers, 32 Mill Street, Thornbury
Learn More | Resignation of CAO Shawn Everitt The Town of The Blue Mountains would like to notify the public that Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) Shawn Everitt has resigned from his position, effective immediately, and will be joining the Municipality of Meaford as the new CAO beginning April 8, 2025. “The Town of The Blue Mountains has been extraordinarily fortunate and has benefited greatly to have Shawn Everitt as a dedicated employee for over three decades,” said Mayor Andrea Matrosovs. “I would like to thank Shawn for his dedication, passion and leadership in supporting Town initiatives and for guiding and inspiring employees at all levels in the organization. He has helped guide the Town through transformational changes and we are truly grateful for his service.” In Everitt’s absence, Adam Smith was named Acting Chief Administrative Officer on Friday, January 10, 2025. Smith has been with the Town since 2022 as the Director of Planning and Development Services. During this time, he has played an integral role in leading the planning and development portfolio and continues to support the Town through stable leadership, strategic planning and innovation. Further updates regarding the Chief Administrative Officer position will be announced by the Town when available. Learn More | Be on the Lookout for Wild Chervil this Spring When you’re driving in the Town this spring, be on the lookout for Wild Chervil. Commonly found along field edges, roadsides, stream edges and pastures, Wild Chervil is an invasive species that outcompetes native plants and has a negative impact on agricultural lands. If you suspect or identify Wild Chervil growing on your property, there are actions you can take to eliminate its spread. - Mowing Wild Chervil weekly and removing its roots can prevent the plant from going to seed.
- If the Wild Chervil has already flowered, cut and bag the plants and leave them in direct sunlight for several days. Then, dispose of the plant by burning or burying it deep underground. ꞏ
- Once the plant is removed, be careful not to move the infected soil and remember to thoroughly clean equipment, vehicles and footwear before leaving the infested site.
The Town of The Blue Mountains Operations Department will remove Wild Chervil that has grown on the Town’s Road Allowance. If you suspect or identify Wild Chervil on municipal roads, please contact the Town at:
operationsinfo@thebluemountains.ca
(519) 599-3131 ext. 276. If you suspect Wild Chervil on Grey County roads, please contact the Grey County Weed Inspector at (548) 877-0884 | It All Starts With A Scribble The Blue Mountains Public Library’s Arts and Culture Council (ACC) is thrilled to announce the opening of Beverley Smith’s latest exhibit It All Starts with a Scribble. This interactive art display showcases a selection of work Smith created during her two-year artist-residency at La Macina Di San Cresci, nestled in the rolling hills of Tuscany, Italy. Join the library for the exhibit’s opening on Saturday, April 5, from 2:00-4:00 p.m. Enjoy the opportunity to meet Beverley in person, explore her vibrant artwork, and hear the stories behind each piece while savouring refreshments. Free admission – all are welcome! Learn More | Lora Bay Park Selected as Outfall Assembly Site Lora Bay Park has been selected as the site for the staging and assembly of the new outfall. The outfall will be assembled in segments, and then towed across Georgian Bay for installation north of the Grey Street road allowance in Thornbury. Pre-construction preparation will be conducted before the July 15 window to ensure that work on the shoreline can be completed on time. Public access to Lora Bay Park will be prohibited during the pre-construction and construction window. At the completion of the construction of the outfall, restoration work for the park could potentially add benefits for the community, based on Council’s direction. Learn More | | | | |
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