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COVID-19 Update - March 13
Dr. Paula Stewart, the Medical Officer of Health for Leeds, Grenville and Lanark Health Unit has issued a statement on preparation and preventative measures that the Health Unit and the community is taking in relation to COVID-19. Currently the risk in in the Leeds, Grenville and Lanark area continues to be low and the Health Unit will continue to monitor and assess the situation. The full statement can be found at this link: https://healthunit.org/coronavirus/
During a pandemic event, the Township does not play a primary role. We will be taking direction from the Medical Officer of Health for Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit and from the Provincial and Federal governments. We do not have any authority over how the Health Unit operates or what actions they may choose to take.
The Township will be monitoring the pandemic updates for any new information from the Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC), the Provincial government, and the Health Unit. We will share updates as they become available to keep residents informed of any changes.
We urge residents to also take direction as provided by the province, federal government and the Health Unit and take the recommended course of action as needed.
Additional Resources:
- Health Unit COVID-19 Updates
- Public Health Ontario
- Public Health Agency of Canada
- PHAC – “COVID-19 Being Prepared”
- Perth & Smiths Falls District Hospitals
- Lanark Lodge
- Telehealth Ontario Phone: 866 797 0000
Committees
Upcoming Meeting
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Committee of Adjustment
Drummond/North Elmsley Trail Committee
Economic Development Committee
Environmental Initiatives Committee
Ferguson’s Falls Community Hall Redevelopment Committee
Private Roads Review Committee
MVCA/RVCA Municipal and Contractor Information Session
Both MVCA and RVCA are pleased to host this event.
This annual event serves as a communication tool between CAs, member municipalities and contractors. Providing an opportunity for dialogue and discussion, the focus of this event is to maintain existing relationships with all watershed partners and deliver information based on development queries in 2019.
Topics of interest include:
- The Flood of 2019, a recap of events
- How to make a permit application
- Erosion and Sediment Control
- Stormwater Management: Why are CA's involved?
- A brief legislative update
Lunch is included within the $10 registration fee.
To register, visit Eventbrite.
Perth and District Little League 2020 Season
Parent Information Night
Baseball Families! Please attend the Perth and District Little League's Parents Informarion Night on February 20, 2020 from 7:00pm to 9:00pm at St. John's High School. This is your opportunity to find out ALL the changes coming to the Perth and District Little League! The Board will be there to answer any and all questions about what to expect with the upcoming 2020 Season!
Walk-in Registrations
Payments of Cheque, Cash or Money order will be accepted and a receipt will be issued upon request.
| Locaton | Date | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Perth Pool | February 21 | 6pm - 8pm |
| Perth Library | February 22 | 10am - 12pm |
| Lanark Library | February 25 | 6pm - 7:30pm |
| Perth Library | February 29 | 6pm - 8pm |
| Lanark Library | March 3 | 6pm - 7:30pm |
| Perth Pool | March 6 | 6pm - 8pm |
| Perth Library | March 12 | 6pm - 8pm |
| Lanark Library | March 14 | 6pm - 7:30pm |
Softball Umpires Needed
Those interested in umpiring softball, will need to take a 7 hour course, on a Saturday or Sunday, at a cost of $55.00. The cost includes: insurance for the season and a Junior Development Umpire Certificate. Umpires must be at least 12 years of age or older.
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Visit Perth and District Little League website for more information on the 2020 Season.
Notice of Public Meeting Concerning Proposed Zoning By-law Amendment
TAKE NOTICE that the Township of Drummond/North Elmsley has received a zoning by-law amendment application which was deemed to be a complete application on January 20, 2020.
Meeting Date: February 25, 2020 at 5:00pm
To: EVERY LANDOWNER
File No.: ZA-20-01
Subject Land: 3193 Drummond Concession 5A Part Lot 1, Concession 5, Drummond
Owner:Bews and Adam
Planet Youth
Join us as we celebrate being the FIRST CANADIAN community to adopt the Planet Youth model preventing youth substance use!
DATE
January 20th, 2020
Zion Memorial Church, 37 Franklin St.,
Carleton Place, Ontario 7:00pm - official announcement Drop in
Planet Youth Lanark County (PYLC) is a community driven effort to bring a proven problematic substance-use prevention model to Lanark County and Smiths Falls. Find out more about how we are using the model here.
Partners on the PYLC Steering Committee include:
- Open Doors for Lanark Children and Youth;
- United Way East Ontario;
- the Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit;
- Representatives from both English language school boards
- Community volunteers from Municipal Drug Strategy committees
- and the wide communities.
For more information, visit: www.planetyouthlanark.ca or https://planetyouth.org/get-involved/communities/
Township of Drummond/North Elmsley Recognizes Three Employees for 10 years of Service
The Township of Drummond/North Elmsley recognizes three employees for 10 years of service.
The Township recognises employees for their dedicated service and the contributions they make to the Township during the course of their employment. Awards are given to celebrate length of service to highlight each individual and the contributions of each employee being recognised.
Three staff members received 10 year long-term services awards on December 20, 2019
- Shawn James – Public Works Supervisor
- Brian Richmond – Public Works Equipment Operator
- Cathy Ryder – Deputy Clerk
Conveniently Report Minor Crimes Online
Save Resources and Time
(ORILLIA, ON) - The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) invite citizens to consider using Online Reporting - a secure, simple and convenient tool to report minor crimes.
In 2018, the OPP Provincial Communications Centres (PCC) received over two million 9-1-1, non-emergency and administrative calls. Of these, officers were dispatched to approximately 1.05 million occurrences. An increased use of Online Reporting will allow our frontline officers to focus efforts on urgent calls and crime prevention strategies within our communities.
Crimes that are eligible for Online Reporting are occurrences that include:
- Theft Under $5000;
- Mischief / Damage to Property Under $5000;
- Mischief / Damage to Vehicle Under $5000;
- Theft from Vehicle;
- Lost / Missing Property Under $5000;
- Stolen License Plates; and
- Driving Complaints (after the occurrence)
Online Reporting is a user friendly process that can be completed from any mobile device, laptop, tablet or computer with internet access. To access the system, a user can go to opp.ca/reporting, choose their location and click on Start a Report. This will take the user to a secure link where they will be given precise instructions on how to fill out the report.
LEARN MORE
View the Online Reporting video at: on YouTube
To report a minor crime and for more information: opp.ca/reporting
"The Ontario Provincial Police continually strives to improve efficiency in processes and service delivery, including effectively using technology to better serve the public. By using Online Reporting to report minor crimes, such as thefts, minor damage to property and vehicles and graffiti, you are increasing the availability of officers and communications operators for the most urgent calls."
- Chris Harkins, OPP Deputy Commissioner
WANTED: Advisory Committee Members
The Mississippi Valley Conservation Authority (MVCA) is developing a Watershed Plan and you are invited to sit on the Public Advisory Committee (PAC). Apply now to have a seat at the table.
MVCA are looking for representation from across the Mississippi River watershed and a cross section of landowners and businesses
Learn more about applying to be an advisory committee member.
Recreation Master Plan
Township of Drummond/North Elmsley, Tay Valley Township, and the Town of Perth - Joint Recreation Master Plan
The Township of Drummond/North Elmsley, Tay Valley Township, and the Town of Perth are embarking on the preparation of a joint Recreation Master Plan to guide the municipalities’ direction in planning recreational facilities and services. Sierra Planning and Management has been commissioned to develop the Master Plan. The principal objectives of the project are to determine community priorities and develop a series of recommendations and action steps to accommodate the current and future recreational needs of the three municipalities. The Plan will guide future investment in facilities, programs, services and partnerships.
Get involved!
The Master Plan will be developed through a comprehensive consultation process, including public engagement sessions and public and user group online surveys. Keep checking this webpage to follow progress of the project and see how you can provide your input to the Master Plan.
Proposed project and community engagement timeline
- Public introductory meetings:
- Sat July 20th from 09:30 to 11:30 am at the Lanark County Council Chambers, 99 Christie Lake Road, Perth, ON K7H 3C6
- Tues July 23rd from 5:30 to 7:30 pm at the Lanark County Council Chambers, 99 Christie Lake Road, Perth, ON K7H 3C6
- Online public and user group survey: Commencing late July 2019
- Public Open House: Mid-October 2019
- Submission of the final Joint Recreation Master Plan: Early December 2019