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Municipal Statement Regarding Negative Social Media Use in our Community
Posted on Thursday, July 06, 2023 04:17 PM
Social media can be a useful tool, and most people understand that it should be used for socializing, entertainment, or, depending on the source, as a credible resource for information. It’s a great way to stay connected with family and friends and people with similar interests as you.
Unfortunately, anyone can post on social media without a requirement to be accurate, truthful, or transparent. Some online groups are set up for this purpose and encourage this type of dialogue. Many people make...
Precautionary Boil Water Advisory Lifted for Residents on Lakeshore Road
Posted on Saturday, July 01, 2023 05:01 PM
Residents are advised that the precautionary Boil Water Advisory that was issued on Thursday, June 29 has now been lifted (July 1, 2023). Working in conjunction with the HKPR Health Unit, all follow-up tests have returned negative. Municipal Staff have consulted with the Health Unit and they have advised the water is safe to consume. This advisory affected a limited number of homes on Lakeshore Road between Shortt Street and Strachan Street.
It is suspected that the original sample was a false...
Precautionary Notice to Boil Water in Isolated Section of Port Hope
Posted on Thursday, June 29, 2023 04:01 PM
Residents are advised that a Boil Water Advisory has been issued to a limited number of homes on Lakeshore Road between Shortt Street and Strachan Street. Working in conjunction with the HKPR Health Unit, it was decided that a Boil Water Advisory was a precautionary step to protect the health and safety of residents in this area.
The Port Hope water system is tested regularly at multiple locations and one test result indicated possible contamination. Water samples are being retested to determine...
Additional Information for Special Council Meeting – June 29, 2023
Posted on Friday, June 23, 2023 02:49 PM
Residents are advised that the agenda has been published for the Special Council Meeting scheduled for June 29, 2023, at 5:00 p.m. At this meeting, Council will consider a staff report and the Heritage Permit Application for Demolition filed for the property at 65 Ward Street.
Meeting agenda informationThe agenda is subject to alteration and adjustment. The Staff report is being finalized and will be posted on the agenda on Monday, June 26, 2023.
A reminder that the decision before Council and the...
Annual Railway Vegetation Management Program
Posted on Thursday, June 22, 2023 10:56 AM
Residents are advised that CN Rail is conducting vegetation control activities in the Municipality until October 2023. Once available, a regularly updated schedule and FAQ will be available at www.cn.ca/vegetation.
If not managed properly, trees, brush or other vegetation can severely compromise public safety. Vegetation can impede the view motorists have of incoming trains, increasing the risk of crossing accidents. Additionally, unwanted vegetation can damage the integrity of the railway,...