News

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...

April 21 Council Meeting Highlights

Municipality of Port Hope Council Meeting - April 21, 2020

For Immediate Release

Wednesday, April 22, 2020 - Port Hope, ON

Below is a summary of key items discussed at the Municipality of Port Hope regular Council Meeting held on Tuesday, April 21, 2020. 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.

Land use restrictions

Council authorized the closure of all lands and parks under ownership...

April 21 Council Meeting Public Participation

The Council and Committee of the Whole Meetings on April 21, 2020 are being held electronically using ZOOM meeting software. The Council meeting will begin at 1 p.m. and the Committee of the Whole meeting will begin shortly after the Council meeting ends.

If you wish to participate on your computer or tablet:
To view the Council or Committee of the Whole Meeting through your computer (or smartphone with the ZOOM app) go to:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86842626020

If you wish to participate by telephone...

COVID-19 Update 10

Municipality of Port Hope COVID-19 Update #10: Municipal Projects and Maintenance Activities

For Immediate Release

Friday, April 17, 2020 – Port Hope, ON

The Municipality has been closely monitoring Provincial Orders that have been issued under the Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act as they relate to our proposed municipal construction and maintenance work. The Ontario government has recently expanded the list of non-essential workplaces with the introduction of Ontario Regulation 119/20:...