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Municipality of Port Hope Celebrates Annual Civic Awards Ceremony

Friday, May 13, 2022
For Immediate Release

Music, dance, and celebration filled the theatre at the Cameco Capitol Arts Centre on Thursday, May 12, 2022, for the return of the in-person Port Hope Civic Awards ceremony, an event to recognize the many civic-minded volunteers in the community who, over the last year, have dedicated their time and talents to make a difference in the Municipality.

“It feels great to be back together – in-person – for the 34th annual Civic Awards,” noted Les Andrews,...

Notice of Intention to Designate

Take notice that the Municipal Council of The Corporation of the Municipality of Port Hope intends to designate the buildings located at 10 Armour Street, 18 Princess Street, and 46 Dorset Street East in the Municipality of Port Hope as a properties of cultural heritage value of interest, pursuant to the provisions of the Ontario Heritage Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter 0.18, Part IV, Section 29.

10 Armour Street

Built in 1868-1870, the Harvey Milton Rose House has physical and design value as a...

Prescribed Fees for Service - By-law Amendments

At the Committee of the Whole meeting on Tuesday, May 3, 2022, Finance Committee considered a report recommending draft amendments to the Prescribed Fees for Service By-law (By-law 71-2021). These amendments are in regard to curb cutting fees, parking meter fees and taxi fares. 

Proposed Amendments to the Prescribed Fees

The below fee changes are being proposed:

Curb cutting fee changes From $226.60 > 4 feet plus $20.60 per foot thereafter to $250.00 >4 feet plus $28.00 per foot thereafter Parking...

Municipality of Port Hope to Host In-person Civic Awards Ceremony, May 12

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Thursday, May 5, 2022 - Port Hope, ON

Join us as we celebrate the ‘Stars of Port Hope’ at the Annual Civic Awards ceremony on Thursday, May 12, 2022, beginning at 7:00 p.m. at the Capitol Theatre in Port Hope.

The Civic Awards Program recognizes the contributions and achievements of individuals and groups that bring honour and enrichment to the Municipality of Port Hope.

The ceremony is free to attend; however, award recipients are asked to reserve seats by contacting the Capitol...

Council Meeting Highlights - May 3

Below is a summary of key items discussed at the Municipality of Port Hope Council and Committee of the Whole Meetings held on Tuesday, May 3, 2022. The agendas and staff reports are available on the Agendas and Minutes page of our website. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, this meeting was held electronically via video conference.

Council Meeting:

The following are highlights from the Council Meeting.

Council compensation review

Council amended the resolution supported by Finance Committee for the...