*Please see below a media release issued by the City of Burlington. Burlington, Ont. — Aug. 14, 2020 — In an effort to expand protections and reduce transmission of COVID-19, as of Aug. 20, the temporary Mask By-law will apply to most common areas of condominiums and apartment buildings, with
Next week the annual Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) conference takes place. This event is always a great opportunity for elected officials and city staff from across the province to come together and discuss issues of shared importance, meet with provincial ministers, and bring local issues to the table.
*Please see a media release below issued by the City of Burlington. Burlington, Ont.—Aug. 12, 2020 — As the City of Burlington continues to resume services during COVID-19, fiscal responsibility has been a priority to make sure the City is able to deliver services and keep tax rates reasonable without
*Please see below a joint media release issued by Ontario’s Big City Mayors (formerly the Large Urban Mayors’ Caucus of Ontario) and Mayors and Regional Chairs of Ontario. Guelph, Ontario, August 12, 2020 – The path to economic and social recovery from COVID-19 was the focus of the annual joint
*Please see below a media release issued by the City of Burlington. Burlington, Ont. — Aug. 11, 2020 — Burlington’s parks are a space for gathering, for play, for relaxation and for making memories. Every few years, the City of Burlington asks residents what they love most about our parks
*Please see an update below issued by Ontario’s Big City Mayors (OBCM, formerly Large Urban Mayors’ Caucus of Ontario – LUMCO). LUMCO is excited to announce its new name: Ontario’s Big City Mayors (OBCM). While the name has changed, our mission remains the same: to represent the interests of Ontario’s
The Region of Halton released a statement today related to the proposed CN truck-rail hub in Milton. As per the release, “With a final decision about CN’s proposal expected from the Minister of Environment and Climate Change by September 23, the Halton Municipalities are calling on the community to join
The technical documents related to the Nelson Quarry Expansion are now available on the City of Burlington’s web page dedicated to this project. We welcome community input on these documents, and throughout this process. Residents may have recently received a mailed notice from the City of Burlington, and more recently
*Please see a media release below issued by the City of Burlington. Burlington, Ont. — Aug. 7, 2020 — The City of Burlington is pleased to support the work of an anonymous artist who will be painting a mural in front of City Hall to pay tribute to the Black
At next Thursday’s Corporate Services, Strategy, Risk and Accountability (CSSRA) Committee meeting, staff from the clerks department will be bringing forward a report on voting options for the 2022 municipal election and ranked ballots. This report is looking to get direction from Council to inform the RFP process to obtain
At Monday’s (Aug. 10) Environment, Infrastructure and Community Services (EICS) Committee meeting, Burlington Economic Development will bring forward a report on supports for main street businesses. The recommendation is provided below, while you can view the full report by clicking this link: BEDC 05-20 COVID-19 Business Support. Receive and file
The COVID-19 pandemic has forced us to re-evaluate and change how we run certain programs and services at the City. At the Aug. 10 Environment, Infrastructure and Community Services (EICS) Committee, staff will be bringing forward a report on options for our annual loose-leaf collection program. Typically, the program —
One of the key items on the agenda for next week’s Community Planning, Regulation and Mobility (CPRM) Committee on Tuesday, Aug. 11 is a staff report with recommendations on the Downtown Urban Growth Centre (UGC) and Major Transit Station Area (MTSA) designations. The staff recommendation calls for Halton Region to
*Please see below a media release issued by the City of Burlington. Burlington, Ont.—Aug. 6, 2020—The City of Burlington is calling for local artists, cultural professionals and creative organizations to host free, interactive online events and activities during the 11th annual Culture Days. Culture Days is extending beyond the traditional
The public is invited to attend a virtual information on Tuesday, Aug. 18 to learn more, provide feedback and ask questions about the staff recommended modifications to the downtown policies. In June, the City of Burlington “Taking a Closer Look” project team released recommended modifications to the downtown policies in
*Please see below a media release issued by Halton Regional Police Service. For Release: 8/6/2020 11:03 AM Originator: D/Constable Ed Spence, Regional Fraud Unit, (905) 465-8742 Contact: D/Constable Ed Spence, Regional Fraud Unit, (905) 465-8742 Location: Burlington The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) has made three arrests after an investigation
The Local Planning Appeal Tribunal (LPAT) has approved the National Homes 2100 Brant Street development after the local neighbourhood group Vision 2100 Brant withdrew as an opposing party to the hearing. Two residents with participant status at the hearing also withdrew. In advance of the hearing on July 28, Vision
Council members received a memo from Urban Forestry staff (Memo to Council_Gypsy Moth Program_July 30_2020) providing an update to the Gypsy Moth Program as we continue to deal with COVID-19 and its ramifications. Please click the link above or read further down the information provided in that memo: At this
*Please see below a media release issued by the City of Burlington. Burlington, Ont. — July 27, 2020 — The Elgin Street Promenade construction is entering its final phase and residents are asked to pick one of two carefully thought-out designs. Each design option will: maximize the space, fit the
*Please see below a media release issued by the EPUC Child Care Centre. Burlington Community Creates Vital Essential Service for Local Children BURLINGTON – Aug. 4, 2020 – As daycare becomes more vulnerable and the pandemic puts more pressure on working parents, an Aldershot community has come up with a
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