*Please see below a news release issued by the Region of Halton. The Regional Municipality of Halton For Immediate Release June 8, 2022 Halton Region Public Health has confirmed Halton’s first reported case of monkeypox virus. The individual is currently isolating at home and all contacts have been notified by
*Please see below a news release issued by the City of Burlington. Burlington, Ont. — June 6, 2022 — The spongy moth, commonly known as the gypsy moth or Lymantria dispar dispar (LDD), is an invasive pest that is a nuisance and can cause damage to trees in Burlington and throughout many
Welcome to the Mayor’s Monday Mailbag, an initiative Burlington Mayor Marianne Meed Ward and the Mayor’s Office launched to share weekly answers to questions from the public we’ve received through our main email inbox at mayor@burlington.ca or the Mayor’s social media platforms. At the end of the month, we’ll publish a roundup
Good morning Burlington, It’s Committee Week — and we have a lot of important reports being presented to Council members, including: Options to enhance our closed meeting policies (CSSRA Committee today – June 6); Burlington’s Housing Strategy (CPRM Committee – Tuesday, June 7); and Leash-free site applications for Ward 1
With immense gratitude and my full support, I would like to extend my congratulations and best wishes to Victoria Langdon as she embarks on her next career move. Her last day with the City of Burlington is today: Friday, June 3. Victoria has been my Chief of Staff since January
*Please see below a news release issued by the City of Burlington. Burlington, Ont. — June 2, 2022 — City of Burlington staff will present its final Housing Strategy, Staff report and recommendation for approval of the Strategy to the Community Planning, Regulation and Mobility Committee on Tuesday, June 7, 2022 at 9:30
Council members will be discussing options to enhance procedures for closed meetings, at committee June 6. The options are contained in an independent report from the city’s Closed Meeting Investigator. The report was commissioned following a unanimous vote by City Council on a report by the City Manager, with a
*Please see below a news release issued by the City of Burlington. Burlington, Ont. — June 1, 2022 — The City of Burlington is updating the Urban Forest Master Plan (UFMP). The UFMP will provide the strategic direction important to managing the urban forest in response to new pressures and
Last night (May 31, 2022), the City of Burlington held a virtual public information session to continue sharing details related to the City’s proposed land transaction with the Halton District School Board (HDSB) and leasing arrangements with the HDSB and Brock University for the City’s planned acquisition of the Robert
*Please see below a news release issued by the City of Burlington. Burlington, Ont. — May 31, 2022 — June is the Month of Play and a perfect time for the city’s parks, trails, outdoor pools, splash pads, cultural areas, and events come to life with activities, people, and fun.
*Please see below a news release issued by the City of Burlington. Burlington, Ont. — May 30, 2022 — The City of Burlington is inviting artists, artist-led teams and community groups to submit their ideas to create art in Burlington public spaces celebrating Burlington’s diverse communities. A total of $29,000
*Please see below a news release issued by the City of Burlington. Burlington, Ont. — May 30, 2022 — The City of Burlington is celebrating Bike Month, from May 30 to June 30. Bike Month is an opportunity for people to try riding a bike for the first time, learn new
MAYOR MEED WARD’S TAKE: Our Burlington Fire volunteer fire fighters are a crucial part of our community’s emergency response team. Congratulations to the nine new recruits who graduated last night! We know the training and sacrifice it takes to become a fire fighter. Thank you for stepping up to serve!
Welcome to the Mayor’s Mailbag – May 2022 roundup. The Mayor’s Monday Mailbag is a weekly initiative Burlington Mayor Marianne Meed Ward and the Mayor’s Office has launched to share answers to questions from the public we’ve received through our main email inbox at mayor@burlington.ca or the Mayor’s social media platforms. At
Good morning Burlington, It’s hard to believe June is upon us this week! It’s a month where many important causes and initiatives are celebrated, including Pride Month, Bike Month, Seniors Month, and National Indigenous History Month. June 1 is also Red Shirt Day and Canada Clean Air Day. June also
At our May 17 meeting, Burlington City Council received a report from staff outlining the City’s new ‘Right to Disconnect From Work’ policy for employees. Click the links below for the: Staff report: HR-05-22 Right to Disconnect Policy – Staff Report Appendices: HR-05-22 Appendix A Right To Disconnect_Policy(1) HR-05-22 Appendix
At our May 17 meeting, Burlington City Council received a staff report and draft on our Climate Resilient Burlington action plan to help us adapt to our warmer, wetter and wilder weather. Click the links below for the: Staff report: EICS-02-22 Climate Resilient Burlington – Staff Report Climate Resilient Burlington
The Mayor’s Office has been getting various questions related to the City of Burlington’s proposed land transaction with the Halton District School Board (HDSB) and leasing arrangements with the HDSB and Brock University for the City’s planned acquisition of the Robert Bateman High School building and property. We’ve put together
The Moon in June Road Race is entering its 30th year in the City of Burlington on Saturday, June 4, 2022! Making this year’s event that much more special will be the opportunity to join or support our great friend Gordon Schottlander during his “Gordon’s Great K.” At 97, Gordon
At our May 17 meeting, Burlington Council unanimously authorized City staff to accept a community donation from The Patrick J McNally Charitable Foundation for various recreation and park infrastructure amenities in our city. The City of Burlington and the Patrick J McNally Charitable Foundation (the Foundation) have developed an excellent
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