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Snowfall Warning - January 25-26

Environment Canada has issued a snowfall warning for our region, expected Wednesday (January 25) afternoon into Thursday morning. It is likely that significant, rapidly accumulating snowfall and low visibility will occur, with possible power outages.

Storm preparedness

Residents are reminded to be prepared for winter storms and power outages, which should include a plan and sufficient supplies to last for a minimum of 72 hours. Visit our emergency preparedness webpage for more information and...

Special Finance Committee Meeting

A presentation of the proposed budget will take place at the upcoming Special Meeting of Finance Committee on Tuesday, January 31, 2023, and continue Thursday, February 2, 2023. Members of the public can attend this meeting and ask questions during the designated question period, which will take place at the end of the meeting on February 2. Meeting participation information will be posted on the meeting agenda, once it is ready and posted on our Agendas and Minutes page.

Community engagement for...

Sculthorpe Marsh Parking Lot Closure

Residents are advised that a long-term closure of the Sculthorpe March parking lot will begin on Monday, February 6, 2023, to accommodate the industrial cleanup work conducted by the Port Hope Area Initiative at the Chemetron Lagoon.

Alternative parking is available at the corner of Lake Street and Hope Street, and overflow parking is available further down the Waterfront Trail, at Gages Creek.

Trail access in the area remains open but watch for future updates regarding trail improvement work to...

Special Council Meeting - January 27, 2023

Residents are advised that a Special Meeting of Council will be held on Friday, January 27, 2023, at 9:00 a.m. at the Water Treatment Plant, 35 Marsh Street, for the purpose of educating and training Council as part of the ongoing 2022-2026 Council Orientation.

At the meeting, Council will proceed into a closed session, in accordance with the Municipal Act. Council Members will be given a high-level overview of responsibilities under the Statutory of Care – Safe Drinking Water Act. During the session,...

Mayor's Corner - January 20, 2023

Mayor's message

This time of year is particularly busy with further orientation, training and budget sessions.
Today, Council is having a Special Session on strategic visioning and team building. I hope that some of you can join us as we begin discussions about steps, processes, and areas of focus for developing the priorities for the next Strategic Plan for Port Hope. If you can't make the in-person session, you can find the session our our YouTube channel. 

I am very excited to be attending...