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Norfolk County will join Canadians across the country on Remembrance Day in paying tribute to the courage and sacrifice of those who served and continue to serve our country during times of war, military conflict, and peace.
Each year, on November 8, World Town Planning Day recognizes and promotes the role of planning in creating livable and vibrant communities. Over 30 countries worldwide recognize this annual event.
The Bridge Project, located on Norfolk County Road 45, is now complete. Situated close to Langton between Highway 59 and East Quarter Line Road, the new bridge is a single-lane prefabricated modular panel bridge 5.7 metres wide and has a life span of between 50 and 75 years.
Norfolk County’s Budget Committee has reviewed and approved the 2024-2033 Capital Plan. Norfolk’s 2024 Capital Budget is heavily focused on managing existing assets, with notable expenditures in roads, facilities, and water and wastewater treatment plants.
Grab your spookiest costume (and your swim trunks) and join Norfolk Recreation for a back-to-back dose of Halloween fun on October 28.
Fall Leaf and Yard Waste collection begins next week in Norfolk County. With that in mind, residents should avoid raking or blowing leaves onto the street or a neighbouring property as per by-law 2004-213.
Norfolk is joining the Ontario Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing, the Association of Municipalities of Ontario, and many other municipalities across the province to celebrate Local Government Week from October 15 to 21.
This year’s Waterford Lions Pumpkinfest, running from Friday, October 13 to Sunday, October 15, offers the many favourites the festival is known for, along with an exciting lineup of live music.
Norfolk staff, along with community partners Port Dover Board of Trade, Port Dover Kinsmen Club, and Norfolk County OPP, are preparing for October’s Friday the 13th event in Port Dover.
County staff are working closely with Friday the 13th organizers to support traffic-related issues, emergency contingency plans, licensing requirements, and enforcement matters to ensure a safe and enjoyable event for motorcycle enthusiasts.
Community partners coordinate street vendors, shuttle services, beer tents and camping for visitors.
Norfolk County encourages residents to be aware of safety processes when interacting with any County employee at their home or place of business, and in the community.
All Norfolk County employees are issued identification badges to improve customer service and security. Badges include the employee’s name, job title and division, headshot photo, and date of issue. Employees must wear this badge for identification while on County property, during interactions with clients, and while performing their duties.
The Norfolk County Fire Department is teaming up with the National Fire Protection Association for Fire Prevention Week from October 8 to 14, 2023.
This year’s theme is “Cooking Safety Starts with You! Pay Attention to Prevention.”
Cooking-related fires are a leading cause of home fires in Norfolk County, with the department already responding to 32 such fires this year.
“The primary cause of cooking fires is leaving a heat source unattended,” explained Norfolk County Fire Chief Gord Stilwell.
Norfolk County is reminding residents that there are some changes to programs, facilities and services with Thanksgiving taking place this weekend.
County Administration Buildings
All buildings will be closed Monday, October 9, reopening Tuesday, October 10.
Health Unit
All branches will be closed Monday, October 9, reopening Tuesday, October 10. For public health emergencies or hazards, such as outbreaks, food poisoning, meningitis, or rabies, please call the after-hours emergency phone number at 1-877-298-5888.
Norfolk County Recreation’s team is encouraging residents to be aware of upcoming closures over the next few weeks.
The following facilities will be closed leading up to, and throughout, the 2023 Norfolk County Fair and Horse Show:
All Norfolk County arenas will be closed on Saturday, September 30 to observe National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, and will resume regular hours on Sunday, October 1.
September 29, 2023 – Norfolk County is seeking resident input in prioritizing services and investments for the coming year. Council and staff will consider all ideas, comments and suggestions for the 2024 budget process.
The budget is the financial plan that directs the flow of funds to programs and services in Norfolk County. Careful budget planning and control ensure that funds are used as effectively as possible to meet the community’s needs now and into the future.
With National Day for Truth and Reconciliation taking place on Saturday, September 30, Norfolk County will raise the ‘Survivor Flag’ on Friday, September 29.
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation seeks to honour First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Survivors and their families and communities and to ensure that public commemoration of their history and the legacy of residential schools remains a vital component of the reconciliation process.
On Friday, September 29, Norfolk County staff will raise the ‘Survivor Flag’ at the County Administration Building in Simcoe.
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