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Council Meeting Highlights - March 1

Below is a summary of key items discussed at the Municipality of Port Hope Council and Committee of the Whole Meetings held on Tuesday, March 1, 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.

Mayor statement on Ukraine crisis

At the beginning of Council, Mayor Sanderson provided a statement...

Statement by Mayor Sanderson on Events in Ukraine

At the Council meeting on Tuesday, March 1, 2022, Mayor Sanderson made the following statement regarding the ongoing crisis in Ukraine:

“In light of the recent and tragic events taking place in Ukraine, the Municipality of Port Hope joins national and international leaders in denouncing political aggression. Our thoughts are with the hundreds of thousands of Ukrainians who have been displaced and are seeking refuge. We applaud the humanitarian relief efforts made by our Provincial and Federal...

Sanitary Sewer Repair - Walton Street

Residents are advised that during today’s routine sanitary sewer repair on Walton Street, staff determined that more extensive repair is required. A temporary road closure on Walton Street, from Pine Street to Brown Street is in place until approximately 6:00 p.m. The repair work will not affect sanitary sewer / water usage.

Thank you for your patience and understanding.

 2022-02-23

Changes to Drop-in Program Operations

As key public health and system indicators continue to improve, Ontario is cautiously and gradually easing public health and workplace measures. As a result, starting on Sunday, February 20, 2022, you will no longer be required to pre-register for your favorite programs including swimming, skating, pickleball and badminton. You can just drop in for your program and check in at the customer service desk to process payment.

Capacity limits have been removed for programs. This may mean an adjustment...

Warming Centres

We have made a change to our warming centre operations. The Town Park Recreation Centre is no longer the only designated warming centre. Residents may visit any of the following facilities during operating hours as a temporary space for relief from inclement weather and cold temperatures.

• Port Hope Public Library Mary J. Benson Branch, 31 Queen Street
• Jack Burger Sports Complex, 60 Highland Drive
• Town Park Recreation Centre, 62 McCaul Street

For information about shelters and/or emergency housing...