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Winter Parking Restrictions Begin December 1

Winter parking restrictions take effect on December 1 and continue through the winter until March 15. This means there is no on-street parking permitted on snow routes from 2:00 a.m. to 7:00 a.m. This is in effect so that our snowplows can clear the streets safely, when required.

Here are additional useful winter tips:

• According to our By-law, residents are required to clear sidewalks of snow and ice within 48 hours after the storm starts. Please don't shovel the snow onto the street as that can...

Impacts of Canada Post Labour Disruption on Municipal Mail Services

The Municipality of Port Hope advises residents that incoming and outgoing regular mail is being affected by the current Canada Post labour disruption.

During this time, please take note of the alternative methods for payments and notifications outlined below:

Public Meeting Notices

• Residents within 120 metres of a proposed development will receive hand-delivered notices of upcoming Statutory Public Meetings, with a minimum of 20 days’ notice of the meeting date.
• Property owners residing outside of...

Proposed 2025 Budget to be Considered for Approval on November 26

Municipality of Port Hope Council will consider adopting the proposed 2025 Budget By-law at their regular meeting on Tuesday, November 26, 2024. This decision follows months of planning by municipal staff and a thorough review process by Council, ensuring fiscal responsibility and incorporating community input.

As part of the budget development process, staff delivered several presentations, including discussions on user fees and charges on October 1, Community Grants, Donations, and Development...

Municipality of Port Hope Appoints Tonia Bennett Interim Chief Administrative Officer

For Immediate Release
Thursday, November 21, 2024 – Port Hope, ON

Today, Municipality of Port Hope Council announced that Tonia Bennett has been appointed Interim Chief Administrative Officer (CAO). Ms. Bennett will serve as Interim CAO throughout the recruitment process to fill the permanent position, which is now underway and is expected to be finalized by Spring 2025.

“I am pleased that Tonia has accepted the position of Interim CAO and look forward to getting to know and working with her in...

Approval of Updated Property Standards By-law

At its Council meeting on November 5, 2024, Municipality of Port Hope Council approved the updated Property Standards By-law, which is now in effect. This By-law enhances the standards for the maintenance and occupancy of property within our community, supporting safe, clean, and sustainable environments for all residents.

Key updates to the by-law include:

• Enhanced Maintenance Standards: Property owners are required to ensure buildings, structures, and yards are maintained to specified health,...