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Update on the Vacant Ward 2 Council Seat

At the recent Committee of the Whole meeting, Council Members considered Report CS-03-24, which explored options for filling the vacant seat in Ward 2. After comprehensive discussion, direction was provided to appoint the runner-up from the 2022 Municipal Election for Ward 2 as the potential new Councillor. The first runner up in 2022 was Darrell Toms. The Clerk is contacting Mr. Toms to confirm his eligibility and willingness to serve our community in this capacity through the end of the...

Contract Awarded for Next Phase of Walton Street Reconstruction

The Municipality is pleased to share updates on the Walton Street Reconstruction Project. The bidding process for the project's second phase concluded on January 31, and we are delighted to announce that Clearway Construction has been awarded the contract.

"We are thrilled to move forward with the next phase of the Walton Street Reconstruction Project, a key initiative aimed at enhancing our community's infrastructure and livability,” notes Mayor Olena Hankivsky. “The successful awarding of the...

Special Council Meeting - February 20, 2024

A Special Council Meeting has been scheduled for Tuesday, February 20, 2024 at 5:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at Town Hall, 56 Queen Street, Port Hope.

At this meeting, Council will proceed into a closed session, in accordance with the Municipal Act, 2001, S.O., c.25 for the purpose of litigation or potential litigation, including matters before administrative tribunals, affecting the Municipality or local board (Section 239(2)(e)) and advice that is subject to solicitor/ client privilege,...

Transit Route B - February 12 Re-route

Residents are advised that Transit Route B will be rerouted on Monday, February 12 due to the Barrett Street closure. Stops B4 and B5 will not be in service for the day. We apologize for any inconvenience.

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Road Closure and Water Service Impacts for Hydrant and Watermain Repairs – February 12

Water crews will be conducting an urgent repair to a hydrant and watermain on Barrett Street from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Monday, February 12. As a result, Barrett Street will be closed from Ontario Street to Cavan Street during this work.

To carry out this critical work, it will be necessary to suspend the water service for residences and buildings on Barrett Street, Mill Street North, and Ontario Street. Notices regarding this interruption have been distributed to residents and business...