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Music in the Parks Cancellation - July 16, 2024

Music in the Parks is cancelled for July 16, 2024

Due to the severe weather expected this evening, including extreme heat, tonight's Music in the Parks performance has been cancelled.

We apologize for the inconvenience and hope to see you next week.

Upcoming Music in the Parks include:

Tuesday, July 23 – TF Warren Group Cainsville Community Centre, Outdoor Patio and Banquet Hall

• Performer: Branson Palanio Organ Trio / Genre: Jazz/Soul/Funk Instrumental

Tuesday, July 30 – Art Cadman Burford Lions Park,...

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Public Notice Reminder: Bean Park River Access

Please be advised that river entry at Bean Park will be closed to the public for the duration of filming on Tuesday, July 16, 2024. Please note that river access is available at Penman’s Dam, 116 Willow Street, Paris.

Those exiting the river at Bean Park may expect delays, as the access point will be closed periodically for filming.

We apologize for any inconvenience.

For more information and updates, visit the Filming Notices page on our website.

To find alternate river access points, visit the

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Ball Diamond and Soccer Field Cancellations - Monday, July 15, 2024

Due to wet field conditions ALL County of Brant baseball diamonds are cancelled:

• Mt. Pleasant Park
• Burford Community Centre
• Green Lane Sports Complex
• Victoria Park
• Paris Optimist Park
• Pete Lavoie (Paris Lions Park)
• Two Rivers Stadium (Syl Apps Community Centre)
• Gaukel Memorial Community Centre
• Harrisburg Park
• King William Park

The following soccer fields are also cancelled for Monday, July 15:

• Charlton Park
• Green Lane Sports Complex
• Mile Hill Park
• Forest Drive Park

Please check with your league organizer for...

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Garbage & Recycling Collection Delay Notice - Monday, July 15, 2024

It is anticipated Garbage and Recycling in some areas of today’s collection will not get picked up by 5:00 pm today. Collection Crews are working diligently and are hopeful to complete collection today.

If your material has not been picked up by 8:00 pm tonight, please either leave your materials curbside overnight, or remove and place it back at curbside by 7:00 am tomorrow morning, and it will be collected by the end of day.

We apologize for any inconvenience and thank you for your patience.

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Grand River Conservation Authority issues Watershed Conditions Statement - Water Safety

The Grand River Conservation Authority (GRCA) has shared the following Watershed Conditions Statement – Water Safety:

Heavy rain fell across the Grand River watershed last week creating saturated soil conditions, making the watershed very reactive to further rain. Rain and thunderstorms are expected between July 15 and 16, with a total accumulation of approximately 40 mm expected by Wednesday, July 17.  Thunderstorms may further increase the amount of rainfall in localized areas.

Water levels and...

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Roller Skating Cancellation - July 16

Please be advised that Roller Skating at the Burford Arena has been cancelled for Tuesday, July 16.

We are sorry for any inconvenience.

To learn more visit the Roller Skating webpage.

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Notice of Public Information Meeting: Communication Tower and Antenna Protocol

Telecommunication towers are essential for ensuring strong communication networks, including mobile phone, radio, and television services. These towers are regulated and managed by the federal government through Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED).

The County of Brant is undertaking a project to streamline and improve the process for installing telecommunications towers within the community, including potential changes to the County's existing Communication Tower and...

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Update - Hillside Avenue and Race Street Sanitary Sewer Replacement

Please be advised of the most recent update regarding the reconstruction of Hillside Avenue and Race Street:

• Surface asphalt has been placed and all sod has been placed throughout the project area.
• Remaining works include final rolling and continued watering of sod and restoration of interlocking stone walks and driveways.
• Remaining asphalt driveways are being completed by private property owners in partnership with the County.

Traffic conditions remain unchanged.

Locations:

• Hillside Avenue from Old...

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Storm Sewer Maintenance July 15-26

Please be advised that from July 15 to 26, the County of Brant will be conducting routine inspection and maintenance work on the Storm Sewer System in the following areas:

• Paris (various streets)
• St. George (various streets)

The work is scheduled to take place during the day on between the hours of 7:00 am to 5:00 pm.

This routine maintenance work involves video inspection of the pipes and may involve high pressure cleaning of the storm sewers within the roadway. The cleaning activity is to be...

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Road Closure Update: Lost Mile Road Reopened

Please be advised that Lost Mile Road has reopened to traffic after an emergency culvert replacement. 

Your patience through any disruption is greatly appreciated. 

Current road closure information in the County of Brant can be found on the Road Closures webpage.

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

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