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Civic Awards Nominations Open
Posted on Thursday, January 14, 2021 12:33 PM
Nominations are now open for the Municipality of Port Hope’s Civic Awards Program, an annual initiative that provides recognition for outstanding achievements and contributions to the community.
“The Civic Awards program provides an opportunity for the Municipality to publicly recognize the talents and efforts of our community members,” notes Bob Sanderson, Mayor of the Municipality of Port Hope. “In a community the size of Port Hope, volunteerism is what enables so many projects and...
COVID-19 Update 21
Posted on Thursday, January 14, 2021 09:56 AM
On Tuesday, January 12, 2021, the Ontario Government declared a state of emergency and issued a Stay-at-Home Order as a result of the increase in COVID-19 infections provincially and to prevent the further spread of the virus. In response to the new measures directed by the Province, Municipal operations will continue as follows:
Staff services and continuity of businessMunicipal staff continue to operate under a modified work model. Municipal facilities remain closed to the public and staff members...
Emergency Alert System
Posted on Monday, January 11, 2021 02:14 PM
Public safety officials in the Municipality of Port Hope announce that Rave Mobile Emergency Alert is now available to all residents, replacing the previous Rapid Notify system.
Rave Mobile is a free service that allows individuals to receive notifications sent from municipal authorities to stay informed of potentially hazardous situations involving weather, traffic, and other emergencies.
“Rave Mobile strengthens the Municipality’s ability to communicate with residents when it matters...
Council Meeting Highlights - January 5
Posted on Thursday, January 07, 2021 12:10 PM
Below is a summary of key items discussed at the Municipality of Port Hope Council Meeting held on Tuesday, January 5, 2021. The full agenda and staff reports are available on the Council Portal. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, this meeting was held electronically via video conference.
Delegation from Port Hope and District Chamber of CommerceA delegation was made by the Chief Executive Officer of the Port Hope and District Chamber of Commerce on the 2021 – 2024 Strategic Plan.
Staff Reporting StructureCouncil...
Caroline Street Rink
Posted on Wednesday, January 06, 2021 03:14 PM
The Caroline Street outdoor rink relies on mother nature to provide consistent cold weather in order to make ice. The rink does not have a refrigeration system. Our practice is to begin ice making when long range weather forecasts indicate daytime highs of minus eight degrees Celsius or colder for a period of five days or greater. The building of the ice is completed with the help of municipal staff and volunteers. Ice thickness of a minimum one and a half inches is required before the ice surface...