The Township of Drummond/North Elmsley continues to follow instructions from the Public Health Authorities to limit the transmission of the COVID-19 virus.

Effective immediately the Township has implemented these measures until further notice:

• Public access to Township-owned buildings (Municipal Office, Drummond Hall and Garage and Ferguson Falls Hall) will not be permitted;
• The Township will remain open for business, providing services by phone and email;
• The Code Road Landfill will remain open during its regular hours;
• The Re-Use Centre at the Code Road Landfill will be closed for both drop-off and pick-up of items. Residents are requested to not bring items to the Re-UseCentre during this time;
• Payments to the Township should be made using on-line banking, by mailing a cheque, or by dropping payment in the mailbox at the front door of the municipal office at 310 Port Elmsley Road;
• Please call 613-267-6500 or check online at www.dnetownship.ca for a directory of services and contact information.

The Township will continue to monitor the situation and take direction from the Federal, Provincial and local health agencies. As the situation continues to evolve, we will keep you updated through the Township’s website and social media platforms.

Residents and staff are encouraged to be proactive. Please follow Health Unit directives on social distancing to protect yourselves and your families during this time.

Regards,

Steve Fournier, Reeve