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Culture Days Parking Notice - Penman Textile Mill Commemorative Plaque Ceremony

Culture Days are happening in the County of Brant! Have you had a chance to visit a Culture Days event yet?  

Culture Days runs until October 13, 2024, across Brant and offers everyone the opportunity to celebrate arts, culture and heritage in our communities.

Due to local construction, please be aware of potential travel impacts when attending the Penman Textile Mill Commemorative Plaque Ceremony, which will take place on Saturday, October 5, at Penman Manor, 140 West River Street in Paris.

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Wilkin Family Community Centre Fundraising Committee seeks Community Support

The County of Brant is reaching out to the community to help achieve the $400,000 fundraising goal for the new Wilkin Family Community Centre.

“We are incredibly grateful to the businesses and organizations that have stepped up for this campaign,” said Mayor David Bailey. “We’re now in the home stretch with only $77,000 left to raise, and we’re looking for the community’s support to achieve it!”

The Wilkin Family Community Centre has a construction cost of $1.6 million, with a fundraising goal of...

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West River Street Reconstruction 2024 – Temporary Road Closure

Please be advised of a temporary road closure taking place on West River Street at William Street Intersection. The road closure is expected to last from 5:00 pm on Wednesday, October 2 until 7:00 am on Thursday, October 3. Full details are listed below:

Location: West River Street at William Street Intersection

Work Dates: Wednesday, October 2, 5:00 pm until Thursday, October 3, 7:00 am (or sooner when work has been completed – as early as the evening of October 2)

Work performed by: BEECH...

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Culture Days Event Update

We are halfway through celebrating Culture Days in the County of Brant! Have you had a chance to visit a Culture Days event yet?  

Culture Days runs until October 13, 2024, across Brant and offers everyone the opportunity to celebrate arts, culture and heritage in our communities.

Please note the following event update:

• The Living Library and Art Show on October 5 at the County of Brant Public Library, Burford Branch has been cancelled.

To learn more about Culture Days, visit the Culture Days page on...

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Automated Speed Enforcement is coming to the County of Brant

Through the Brant Safe Streets Strategy, the County of Brant is taking action to reduce speeding and enhance road safety for all users by implementing Automated Speed Enforcement (ASE) systems.

“Speeding has been an ongoing concern that is frequently voiced by County residents,” said Mayor David Bailey. “By employing Automated Speed Enforcement, we are confirming our commitment to keeping our residents safe.”

The first ASE system will be implemented on Silver Street in Paris on October 1, 2024, in...

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Forest Drive Park Closure - October 2

Please be advised that starting October 2, Forest Drive Park in Paris will be closed for renovations, with the closure expected to last until approximately October 21. The planned work includes the removal of old playground equipment and the installation of a new playground with concrete boards. The area where the old playground stood will be filled and seeded with grass.

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

If you have any questions regarding this upgrade, please contact:

John...

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County of Brant celebrates local businesses at the Salute to Brant business event

On Thursday, September 26, 2024, the County of Brant gathered at the TF Warren Group Cainsville Community Centre for the annual Salute to Brant Business event. The evening provided an opportunity to network, enjoy food and drink, hear from a keynote speaker, and celebrate the achievements of local business leaders with awards.

"We are incredibly grateful for our Brant business community," said Zach Gable, Director of Economic Development and Tourism. "Salute to Brant is a small token of...

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Extension of Road Construction Projects - Burtch Road and Maple Grove Road

Please be advised that the following Road Construction projects have been extended to Friday, November 1, 2024. We apologize for the inconvenience.

• Burtch Road, Mt. Pleasant (road construction)
• Intersection Of Maple Grove Road/Pleasant Ridge Road/Mt. Pleasant Road/King Street North (road construction)

Visit the Road Closures webpage for individual project details.

Please refer to the Municipal511 website for the most up-to-date information regarding road construction and closures.

It is our goal to...

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Asphalt Mill and Pave - Willow Street

Please be advised that Willow Street in Paris will undergo resurfacing beginning in October. Full details are listed below:

Location: Willow Street (Dundas St. E. to 6 Willow St)

Work Dates: October 2024

Note:

The resurfacing of Willow Street (Dundas St. E. to 6 Willow St) is projected to begin in October 2024. The work will take approximately one (1) week to complete. The scope of the project includes removal of surface asphalt and placing new surface asphalt.

Traffic will be reduced to one (1) lane...

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Asphalt Mill and Pave - King Edward Street

Please be advised that King Edward Street in Paris will undergo resurfacing beginning in October. Full details are listed below:

Location: King Edward St. (Church St. to Church St.)

Work Dates: October 2024

Note:

The resurfacing of King Edward St. (Church St. to Church St.) is projected to begin in October 2024. The work will take approximately two (2) weeks to complete. The scope of the project includes removal of surface asphalt and placing new surface asphalt.

Traffic will be reduced to one (1)...

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