As you may have already heard, Premier Ford and his team announced earlier this afternoon that students will be returning to school in Ontario this September. I know this decision was not made lightly, and factors such as the mental well-being, physical development and social growth of our children was
While we continue to find ways to enjoy ourselves during this very strange and challenging time, I want to take a moment to remind everyone about the use of Fireworks in our community. Many of us love fireworks, and some (including many beloved pets) do not. We’re always engaging the
At a special meeting July 28, Burlington City Council approved amendments to our temporary Mask By-law which regulates the use of face masks and coverings within enclosed spaces open to the public. The amendments were made for consistency with Halton Region’s Mask Bylaw and on advice received from Halton Region’s
Municipalities got great news today when the province announced $4 billion in funding for cities for COVID19-related revenue loss and added costs. The amount includes $2 billion for transit, half from the federal government, match by half from the province. My Take: This is our tax dollars coming back to
Coletara Development, the new developers for a proposed six story building at 1085 Clearview Avenue, have submitted a revised proposal to the city, incorporating a number of changes requested from the public and staff. Residents will have an opportunity to provide their input to council on the revisions at the
*Please see below a media release issued by the City of Burlington. Burlington, Ont. — July 23, 2020 — Summer will be in full swing soon as Burlington enters Stage 3 on July 24, which means playground equipment can be open for use. Parents and caregivers should note that the
*Please see below a media release issued by the City of Burlington. Burlington, Ont.—July 23, 2020 — The In My Hood program has launched with the intention to connect Burlington residents through kindness – random or planned and to increase social connectedness amongst one another. Residents are encouraged to collaborate
I’m encouraging all local businesses today to voluntarily make the POST (stands for People Outside Safely Together) Promise and take some steps to inspire customer confidence as Burlington enters Stage 3. The measures listed at the bottom (and part of the POST Promise) will help get our local economy going
*Please see below a media release issued by Joseph Brant Hospital. For Immediate Release July 23, 2020 – Burlington, ON – Joseph Brant Hospital is increasing its COVID-19 testing capacity by opening a new drive-thru clinic to better serve the Burlington community. The clinic is dedicated to testing individuals who
The application to expand the Nelson Quarry in Burlington into a neighbouring golf course and other properties has now been deemed “complete,” beginning the lengthy process of reviewing the application. The existing quarry is located on No. 2 Side Road and the expansion proposes to extend the quarry to Cedar
*Please see below a media release issued by the Region of Halton. The Regional Municipality of Halton For Immediate Release July 22, 2020 Halton Region, including Burlington, Halton Hills, Milton and Oakville will be moving to Stage 3 of reopening effective Friday, July 24. As more businesses and public spaces
Today, I sent letters to the leadership and members of the Hamilton District Apartment Association (HDAA) and Condo Owners Association (COA) – Burlington asking for support from apartment and condo owners in the creation of mandatory mask guidelines in public common spaces, such as elevators and other shared spaces. The
*Please see below a media release issued by the Region of Halton. The Regional Municipality of Halton For Immediate Release July 20, 2020 On July 15, 2020, Regional Council approved Halton’s 2021 Budget Directions Report. The Report provides guidelines to staff to maintain existing service levels for Regional programs with
Today, the Province announced Halton Region Public Health will be added to the municipalities entering Stage 3 in Ontario’s phased reopening, starting this Friday (July 24). In Stage 3: Indoor gathering limits will increase to a maximum of 50 people; Outdoor gathering limits will increase to a maximum of 100 people;
*POST UPDATED – Thursday, July 23, 2020 As of today (July 20), the City of Burlington has a temporary bylaw making the wearing of masks mandatory in enclosed and public indoor places — whether those places are City-owned or privately-owned. It was unanimously passed by your City Council. A similar
*Please see below a media release issued by the City of Burlington. Burlington, Ont.—July 20, 2020 —Starting July 30, visitors to Burlington’s beautiful Lowville Park will be required to make an online reservation before they can enter the park. The reservations are free and available in three-hour time slots. Information
In the last few weeks, myself, your Ward 6 Councillor Angelo Bentivegna, and Ward 3 Councillor Rory Nisan, have had the opportunity to meet virtually or in person with representatives of Millcroft Against Development (M.A.D), We Love Millcroft and the applicant for Millcroft Greens to discuss the proposed development and the format
Yesterday was the 12th meeting of the Burlington COVID-19 Task Force and as we continue to see low numbers in new cases and hospitalizations, we are moving to a monthly schedule going forward with the flexibility to meet more frequently again should circumstances change. Discussions by the group at meeting
Cities and towns will finally be getting some financial relief thanks to Ontario’s $7-billion portion of the Federal Government’s $19-billion “safe restart” funding plan, announced yesterday (July 16). Details on how the funding will be distributed provincially are still being finalized, but this is welcomed news for sure. The mayors’
*Please see a media release below issued by the City of Burlington. Burlington, Ont.—July 16, 2020 — Beginning Monday, July 20, the Service Burlington counter at City Hall, at 426 Brant St., will be open to the public to offer in-person payments for the following services: Parking permits and tickets
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