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Upcoming Council Meeting - September 10, 2024
Friday, 06 September 2024
A Special Committee of the Whole meeting will be held in the Council Chambers at 1:30 p.m. on Tuesday, September 10, 2024. The Regular Council Meeting will follow the Special Committee of the Whole Meeting. Links Special CoW Agenda Council Agenda For further information contact:Janie Laidlaw, Deputy Clerk613-267-6500 This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Notice of Adoption Official Plan Amendment No. 9
Wednesday, 28 August 2024
TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the Township of Drummond/North Elmsley, has passed By-law No. 2024-023 to adopt Official Plan Amendment No.9 to update the Township of Drummond/North Elmsley Official Plan on the 13th day of August 2024. Please see the full notice here Official Plan Notice of Adoption - August…
Health Unit recognizes community partners on Overdose Awareness Day
Tuesday, 27 August 2024
MEDIA RELEASE:Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit Health Unit recognizes community partners on Overdose Awareness Day International Overdose Awareness Day is an international initiative observed by many agencies each August 31st. This year’s theme is Together We Can. Over the last few years, the Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District…
Rideau Ferry Yacht Club Beach not Recommended for Swimming - August 23, 2024
Monday, 26 August 2024
CAUTION – The water is not recommended for swimming at the Rideau Ferry Yacht Club beach. The latest bacterial tests of the water indicated unacceptable levels of bacteria. Testing is performed weekly by the Health Unit, for more information please visit their website https://healthunit.org/health-information/recreational-water/weekly-beach-results
Low Cost Rabies Vaccination Clinics return September 11 to Nine Communities in Leeds, Grenville and Lanark
Tuesday, 20 August 2024
Media Release:Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health UnitAugust 16, 2024 Rabies is a deadly disease that can be prevented. Help prevent the spread of rabies by vaccinating your furry companions who add so much to your lives. Together with partner veterinarians, municipalities and local partners, the Health Unit is offering low-cost…
WATER SAFETY – Forecasted Precipitation to Increase Water Levels Across Mississippi Valley Watershed
Thursday, 08 August 2024
WATERSHED CONDITIONS STATEMENT – Water Safety A Water Safety Statement is to provide notice of high flows, unsafe banks, melting ice or other factors that could be dangerous for recreational users such as anglers, canoeists, hikers, children, pets, etc. Flooding is not expected.Weather Forecast: A low pressure system combined with the remnants of…
WATER SAFETY – Forecasted Precipitation to Increase Water Levels Across Rideau Valley Watershed
Thursday, 08 August 2024
August 8, 2024 The Rideau Valley Conservation Authority is issuing a WATER SAFETY message for the entire Rideau Valley Watershed. A low-pressure system associated with remnants of Tropical Storm Debby is expected to produce heavy rainfall throughout the region. Local estimates of 50 to 100 mm of rainfall are possible beginning Thursday evening…
MVCA - LAND CONSERVATION STRATEGY Tell us what you think
Wednesday, 24 July 2024
MVCA is asking some big questions about how it manages land and the programs and services we deliver. Do we need more conservation areas in the watershed? Should we be delivering heritage programs and services? How should we cost recover for programs of local benefit? Have a say in the…
Rideau Ferry Yacht Club Beach not Recommended for Swimming - July 17, 2024
Wednesday, 17 July 2024
CAUTION – The water is not recommended for swimming at the Rideau Ferry Yacht Club beach. The latest bacterial tests of the water indicated unacceptable levels of bacteria. Testing is performed weekly by the Health Unit, for more information please visit their website https://healthunit.org/health-information/recreational-water/weekly-beach-results
Take Precautions During the Hot and Humid Weather
Monday, 15 July 2024
Media ReleaseHealth UnitJuly 15, 2024 High temperatures and humidity are expected to continue and this may affect your health. Becoming over heated can cause dehydration, heat exhaustion, heat stroke and in some cases death. Even short periods of exposure to high temperatures can cause health problems. If you experience the…