Public Notices

Special Council Meeting - January 10, 2023

Due to unforeseen circumstances, the Special Council Meeting on January 10, 2023 has been cancelled. This Special Council meeting will be rescheduled, and the new date will be publicized accordingly. 

Residents are advised that a Special Council Meeting will take place on Tuesday, January 10, 2023 beginning at 5:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at Town Hall as part of the ongoing Council Orientation. 

At the meeting, Council Members will be given a high-level overview of the Port Hope Area...

2023 Budget Information Timelines

In previous years, the Municipality has held budget meetings and passed the upcoming year’s budget in December. This year, due to the timing of the municipal election, budget meetings will begin in January 2023. Passing the budget in the New Year is a requirement of the Municipal Act, after an election period.

Staff continue to prepare the 2023 operating and capital budgets and will share the draft documents publicly on our website in January.

The 2023 Community Grant Requests and Donation...

Winter Storm Update

Residents are advised of the following winter storm updates:

• The Municipality is aware of wind damage to buildings throughout the community, including damage to municipal infrastructure.
•  There has been significant roof damage to the Water Treatment Plant at 35 Marsh Street. There is no impact to the drinking water system and staff are taking steps to repair the damage when safe to do so. Staff will also be on site 24/7 to maintain operations as necessary.
• Staff have responded to numerous trees...

Winter Storm Warning

Environment Canada has issued a winter storm warning for our region, expected late this week and into the holiday weekend. It is likely that heavy amounts of precipitation, flash freezing temperatures and high winds will occur.

Residents are reminded to be prepared for winter storms and power outages, which should include a plan and sufficient supplies to last for a minimum of 72 hours. Visit our emergency preparedness webpage for more information and suggestions on how you can prepare.

If you...

Nominations Now Open for Civic Awards

Nominations are now open for the Municipality of Port Hope’s Civic Awards Program, an annual initiative that recognizes outstanding achievements and contributions to the community.

The program is designed to highlight a variety of elements that make up Port Hope’s inspiring culture by acknowledging those who contribute time, talent, and resources towards improving the quality of life in the community.

Nine categories are open to receive submissions: Outstanding Citizen, Outstanding Youth,...