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Trail Closure: Barker's Bush - July 9, 2024

Invasive Species Removal will begin along the Barker’s Bush Trail starting on Tuesday, July 9. Please be advised that portions of the trail, beginning at the Sensory Trail, will be closed during this time.

This removal will mainly involve cutting and spraying of Buckthorn, but other species might include Autumn Olive, Multi Flora Rose, Garlic Mustard and Honeysuckle.

Through this initiative we aim to restore the natural balance, preserve biodiversity, and safeguard our wetlands and other areas.

Temporary Road Use of Old Onondaga Road East and Brant School Road for TV Show Motorheads

Please be advised that on Tuesday, July 9, 2024, Grid Filming - vehicles moving with traffic will be taking place during filming activity. Full details listed below:

Location: Old Onondaga Road East and Brant School Road

Date: Tuesday, July 9 2024, 8:00 am to 10:00 pm

Please see the Filming Notices webpage for more information and maps.

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

It is our goal to minimize any inconvenience to our...

Tickets now available for the 2024 Salute to Brant Business Event

The County of Brant is excited to announce that tickets are now available to purchase for the 2024 Salute to Brant Business event. This year’s event will be held on Thursday, September 26, 2024 from 5:00 to 9:00 pm at the TF Warren Group Cainsville Community Centre.

“We are excited to welcome the business community back for our annual event,” said Zach Gable, Director of Economic Development and Tourism for the County of Brant. “Salute to Brant is an opportunity to network with local businesses,...

Temporary Road Use in Paris for TV Show Motorheads

Please be advised that on Monday, July 8 and Tuesday, July 9, 2024, Grid Filming - vehicles moving with traffic will be taking place during filming activity. Full details listed below:

Monday, July 8, 2024, all day:

Route 1a: William Street, Willow Street, Green Lane, Dundas Street East

Route 1b: Keg Lane, Ayr Road and Watts Pond Road

Route 2: Broadway Street East, Emily Street, Grand River St North, Mechanic Street

Tuesday, July 9, 2024, all day:

Route 2: Broadway Street East, Emily Street, Grand River...

Public Notice: Bean Park River Access

Please be advised that river access at Bean Park in Paris will be closed and/or limited on Tuesday, July 9 and Wednesday, July 10, 2024.

Due to ongoing filming activity, river entry at Bean Park will be closed to the public for the duration of filming. 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...

Join the Brant O.P.P. Detachment Board

Join the Brant O.P.P. Detachment Board

The County of Brant invites applications for a Community Representative on the Brant O.P.P. Detachment Board. Contribute to your community by helping determine policing priorities, reviewing reports, and monitoring performance. Board members receive an honorarium and serve until the 2026 Council term.

Applicants must be eligible under the Community Safety and Policing Act, 2019, and will be required to submit a police record check. Mandatory training is...

Urban Area Yard Waste Collection will take place next week - July 8-12

Urban Area Yard Waste Collection will take place next week, July 8-12, 2024

Yard waste curbside collection is offered to residential properties within urban areas. Leaf and Yard Waste is also free for disposal at the Landfill and Transfer Station for residential users. 

Set Out Requirements:

• Materials are to be set out by 7:00 am on your regular collection day
  • Please note that due to the fluctuating volume of yard waste set out for each collection week, collection of material may not occur on your...

Taxes Due July 31, 2024 and September 27, 2024

Please be advised that all final tax bills have been mailed. Due dates for taxes are July 31, 2024 and September 27, 2024.  If you have not received a tax bill, please contact the Tax Division.

There are a number of ways you can pay your taxes. 

1. Municipal taxes can be paid at Customer Service Offices in:
   • Burford, 26 Park Ave, Burford
   • Paris, 66 Grand River St. N, Paris
   • St. George Library, 78 Main St. N, St George
   • Scotland-Oakland Library, 281 Oakland Rd, Scotland
   • Burford Library, 24 Park Ave, Burford

Filming Notice in Downtown Paris - July 4-12

Filming is back in Downtown Paris and surrounding area from July 4–12, 2024. Details of locations and dates are listed below:

Downtown businesses will remain open during filming. Notices will be issued by the production company to residents and businesses in the impacted areas.

Locations:

• Bean Park
• Downtown Paris (including Cobblestone Commons and the Paris Cenotaph)
• Penman’s Dam

Preparation Dates: July 4–7

Wrap-up Dates: July 10-12

Filming:

July 8: 7:00 am - 4:30 pm at 65 & 30 Grand River Street North

July...

Temporary Road Usage for TV Series Motorheads in Paris, ON - July 8-10

Please be advised that beginning July 8, 2024 through to July 10, 2024, Intermittent Traffic Control by Brant County OPP Detachment will be in affect during filming activity in Downtown Paris and surrounding areas for the following dates and locations:

Monday, July 8, 2024

65 Grand River Street North and 30 Grand River Street North - 7:00 am to 4:30 pm

1. Grand River Street North between William Street and Mechanic Street
2. Mechanic Street at Broadway Street West

Penman’s Dam - 4:30 pm to 10:00 pm

1. Willow...