Public Notices

Sylvan Glen Bridge to Close for Replacement

The Sylvan Glen Bridge, located on Sylvan Glen Road, between Dale Road and 4th Line in the Municipality of Port Hope, will close on Monday, July 24th, 2023 to begin in-water work for the bridge replacement project. This closure includes the Bridge, the Sylvan Glen Conservation Area and access to the Ganaraska Hiking Trail, located on the north side of the Bridge. Access to the hiking trail is available at the 4th Line (Harris Road) access point, west of Sylvan Glen Road.

Detour routes, which...

Special Council Meeting - July 11, 2023

A Special Council Meeting has been scheduled for Tuesday, July 11, 2023, at 5:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at Town Hall, 56 Queen Street, Port Hope.

At the meeting, Council will proceed into a closed session, in accordance with the Municipal Act (section 239) to address several time-sensitive matters, including:

• CAO Recruitment - Section 239(2)(b) and Section 239(2)(d)
• A confidential employee matter - Section 239(2)(b)
• Surplus municipal property - Section 239(2)(c)

For questions, please email...

Municipal Statement Regarding Negative Social Media Use in our Community

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

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

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...