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BWG Animal Services Partners with Alliston District Humane Society
BWG Animal Services is now partnering with the Alliston District Humane Society to provide Municipal Shelter Services for the Town.ADHS is volunteer based, with 2 veterinary technicians on site, ample staff to look after the animals, and a beautiful property with 49 acres of walking trails.
151 Simcoe Road (County Job) Paving WorkWork Notice
Paving work will be done on 151 Simcoe Road starting 8 a.m.
Local Volunteers Recognized at the 2023 Ontario Volunteer Service AwardsDuring a recognition ceremony held in Barrie yesterday evening, several local volunteers were recognized for their outstanding contributions and years of service toward different community organizations.
Congratulations to the following Ontario Volunteer Service Award recipients, recognized for their years of service and for playing an instrumental role in their respective community organization:
- Bill Jermyn, Chase Pickard (youth award recipient), Cyndie Pasquarella, Grace Wittig, John Blake, Park.
Notice of Construction Highway 11 Township of KingThis will serve as formal notification of construction on Highway 11, northwest of Bathurst Street in the Township of King.
Description:
- York Region is rehabilitating a bridge
- Bridges allow rivers, streams and wildlife to pass freely under the road
- This work includes improving the supports located underneath the bridge
Duration:
- September 15, 2023 until late November 2023
Impacts to Travellers:
- Bridge work will occur on weekdays and Saturdays from 7 a.
Statement From BWG Council Regarding Library StrikeIn a community update recently published by our Library CEO, the Bradford West Gwillimbury Public Library (BWGPL) Board shared that they have applied to the Ontario Labour Relations Board (OLRB) to request first collective agreement arbitration.
Although we didn’t expect to see things reach this point, Council supports the Board’s decision to apply for arbitration.
Carrot Fest Parking and Road ClosuresCarrot Fest 2024 Parking and Road Closures Notice:
Ahead of Carrot Fest next week please be advised of the following road closures, detours, parking, and transit details.
Free Parking will be available in various municipal lots surrounding the festival:- 29 Drury Steet
- 24 John Street West
- 31 Barrie Street
Additional event parking is available at the BWG Library & Cultural Centre (425 Holland Street West) and the GO Station (Bridge Street).
BWG’s Accessibility Advisory Committee Publishes Accessible Taxicab SurveyThe Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA), requires that municipalities consult with the public regarding the need for accessible taxicabs and transportation in the community. The Town of BWG’s Accessibility Advisory Committee (AAC) is looking at options to increase inclusive transportation for all residents.
Statement from Mayor Leduc Regarding Union Library Workers on StrikeNext week marks the fourth week that our Library workers are on strike. I understand and apologize for the impacts this strike and the library closure have caused our community.
