Public Notices

Black Bear Sightings in Urban Area

Residents are advised that there have been reported black bear sightings in various locations in the urban area of the Municipality.

The Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry (MNRF) cautions that at this time of year, natural food sources for bears can be scarce, so bears are seeking other available food sources (attractants), some of which may be available on or near your property. It is recommended that residents follow these steps to ensure that attractants are not available on or near residential...

Tree Removal on Lakeshore Road

Council and staff have received numerous inquiries from residents about trees that have been removed along Ridout Street and Lakeshore Road. Below is a review of the project details.

The tree removal is part of the Lakeshore Road Reconstruction Project, an undertaking that is a critical expansion and one that will have a significant impact on the ability for residents to safely walk on a sidewalk rather than on the side of the road. This has long been a request advocated by many residents over time.

During...

Easter Weekend Transit Closure

Residents are advised that Municipal Transit will not operate during the observed Easter holidays: Friday, April 10 and Monday, April 13, 2020.

All buses will operate as usual on Saturday, April 11, 2020.

Questions may be directed to the Municipal Transit Coordinator Jerry Siebarth at jsiebarth@porthope.ca.

Site Plan Application - 3923 County Road 28

As part of the Municipality’s ongoing efforts to enhance communication with the community, we are pleased to provide notice of a Site Plan Amendment Application from Dobri Engineering Ltd on behalf of Sunrise Tourist Corporation for the lands municipally known as 3923 County Road 28. A sign will be posted within the lands subject to the proposed development.

The application seeks approval for a 274.50 m2 addition to the existing 421.83 m2 RV dealership which will result in the building having...

Site Plan Approval Application - Henderson Street

As part of the Municipality’s ongoing efforts to provide updates to the community, we are pleased to share notice of a Site Plan Application from the agent D. G. Biddle and Associated Limited on behalf of the applicant 1413369 Ontario Ltd for lands in the Business Park, municipally known as 85-95 Henderson Street. A sign will also be posted on the lands subject to the proposed development.

The application seeks approval for the development of a 1,998.48 m2 (GFA) one-storey industrial building...