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Notice of Public Meeting - August 15, 2023 - Complete Zoning Bylaw Amendment - 364 Spring Street

TAKE NOTICE that a Public Meeting will be held virtually via Zoom on Tuesday, August 15, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. to consider a proposed Zoning By-law Amendment under Section 34 of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter P.13.

AND TAKE NOTICE that the Municipality continues to take steps to limit the transmission of COVID 19 and to protect the health and safety of the public, Council and employees. Therefore, in accordance with Procedural By-law 20-127, the Public Meeting for this Zoning By-law...

Temporary Closure of Almonte General Hospital Emergency Department - July 15, 2023

Press Release - Mississippi River Health Alliance

 The Emergency Department at Almonte General Hospital (AGH) will close on Saturday, July 15 at 7 p.m. and will reopen at 7 a.m. on Sunday, July 16. 

The Emergency Department at Carleton Place & District Memorial Hospital (CPDMH) will also be closed Friday, July 14 at 3 p.m., reopening at 7 a.m. on Saturday, July 15. 

 These temporary closures are due to a shortage of nursing staff. The rest of the hospitals are still open and caring for patients,...

Sections of OVRT Closed Next Week for Resurfacing

Press Release - Lanark County

Sections of the Ottawa Valley Recreation Trail (OVRT) will be closed intermittently between July 18 and 21 to allow for resurfacing work.

Public Works Manager Sean Derouin explained Lanark County has retained Arnott Brothers Construction to add new stone dust to the trail surface north of Almonte, from the McPhail Side Road to Ridge Road, and north of Blakeney, from Panmure Road to Needham Side Road.

Sections of the trail will be closed between concession roads to...

Applications Open for Lanark County Affordable Housing Capital Grants

A new capital grant program has been launched by Lanark County to encourage the construction of more affordable housing units.

The Affordable Housing Capital Grant provides funding in the form of a 15-year forgivable loan and is available to Lanark County property owners, community agencies, non-profit and for-profit residential developers who are planning to build new affordable rental housing units or convert non-residential buildings to new affordable rental housing units.

Homeowners in Lanark...

Field Naturalists Sponsoring 2 Students to Attend Youth Summit

Press Release – Mississippi Valley Field Naturalists

The Mississippi Valley Field Naturalists (MVFN) are pleased to once again sponsor two students to attend this action packed weekend, to the Ontario Nature's Youth Summit for Mother Earth, from September 22-24, 2023.

What is it?

The 2023 Youth Summit for Mother Earth brings together young people in grades 9-12 from across Ontario for a weekend of nature exploration, environmental learning and outdoor fun.

Ontario Nature will offer a unique...

County Launches Public Consultation for Draft Speed Management Policy

Press Release – County of Lanark

The County of Lanark is pleased to announce the commencement of the public consultation period for its new draft Speed Management Policy. The policy aims to establish a standardized approach for evaluating and addressing requests for speed management measures on county roads, with the ultimate goal of enhancing safety for all road users, curbing aggressive driving, and improving the overall livability of our communities.

Recognizing the importance of engaging with...

Restricted Fire Zone Lifted, Municipal Ban Lowered to Level 4

The Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry has lifted the fire ban status in the Restricted Fire Zone.

Mississippi Mills burn status is now at a Level 4, Extreme Risk, supervised campfires only. Brush fires are NOT permitted at this time. Please be advised that any unauthorized burning can result in fines.
 
The Mississippi Mills Fire Department reminds all residents that they must have an activated burn permit before burning. Residents in eligible areas must obtain a free permit online at mm...