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County of Brant Celebrates Successful 2024 Culture Days

Posted on Wednesday, November 20, 2024 02:00 PM

The County of Brant is pleased to share the success of this year’s Culture Days, held from September 20 to October 13, 2024. The 2024 event marked the first time Brant was chosen as a Culture Days Festival Hub, thanks to the community’s enthusiastic participation in last year’s inaugural event.

“This year’s Culture Days celebration was a testament to the incredible community we have right here in Brant,” said County of Brant Mayor David Bailey. “As a municipality, we are proud to have supported...

West River Street Reconstruction 2024 – Temporary Road Closure, November 19-20

Posted on Tuesday, November 19, 2024 04:15 PM

Please be advised of a temporary road closure taking place on West River Street at Charlotte Street in Paris. The closure is expected to last from Tuesday, November 19, 5:00 pm until Wednesday, November 20, 7:00 am. Full details are listed below:

Location: West River Street at Charlotte Street

Work Dates: Tuesday, November 19, 5:00 pm until Wednesday, November 20, 7:00 am

Work Performed by: BEECH Infrastructure Group Ltd. for County of Brant

Reason: Full road reconstruction including replacement of...

Garbage & Recycling Collection Delay Notice - November 19

Posted on Tuesday, November 19, 2024 04:10 PM

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.

Emergency Road Closure Reopened– Ayr Road

Posted on Monday, November 18, 2024 04:36 PM

Please be advised that Ayr Road between Paris Plains Church Road and Keg Lane has reopened.

Thank you for your patience. Please refer to Municipal511 for the most up-to-date information regarding road construction and closures.

Help Shape the Downtown Paris Zoning By-Law Amendment

Posted on Monday, November 18, 2024 03:00 PM

As the County continues to make investments into the reconstruction of roads and infrastructure in Downtown Paris, we will be undertaking a corresponding Zoning By-Law Amendment. These changes to the zoning will provide direction for future development of the area.

We will be looking at the following zoning requirements to ensure they align with the community's vision for the growth of the area while conserving the historic charm of Downtown Paris.

Building height
Permitted uses
Parking
Floodplain...

Emergency Road Closure – Ayr Road

Posted on Monday, November 18, 2024 09:41 AM

Please be advised of an emergency road closure taking place on Ayr Road between Paris Plains Church Road and Keg Lane from Monday, November 18, 2024, until further notice. Full details are listed below:

Location: Ayr Road between Paris Plains Church Road and Keg Lane

Date: Monday, November 18, 2024, until further notice

By: OPP

Note: No through traffic, emergency vehicles only

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

It is our goal to...

Temporary Lane Closure and Parking Lot Closure Downtown Paris - Update

Posted on Thursday, November 14, 2024 03:45 PM

Please be advised of an update to the temporary lane closure on Grand River Street North between Mechanic Street and Nith River Bridge, and parking lot closure of the Municipal Parking Lot 3 beside the Cenotaph War Memorial. The projected completion day has been extended until Friday, November 22, weather permitting. Full details are listed below:

Location: Grand River Street North between Mechanic Street and Nith River Bridge, and Municipal Parking Lot 3 beside the Cenotaph War Memorial

Revised...

Drop-in Program Cancellations - November 14-15

Posted on Thursday, November 14, 2024 02:30 PM

Please be advised of the following Drop-in program cancellations this week:

Drop-in Children's Multi-Sport program at Mt. Pleasant Elementary School has been cancelled for this evening, Thursday, November 14.
Co-ed Adult Drop-In Pickleball at Scotland Community Centre is cancelled for tomorrow, Friday, November 15.
Co-ed Adult Drop-In Basketball at Cobblestone Elementary School is cancelled for tomorrow, Friday, November 15.

We are sorry for any inconvenience. To find the complete schedule of...

Household Hazardous Waste Event - November 16

Posted on Thursday, November 14, 2024 01:00 PM

The County of Brant and City of Brantford have partnered to offer County residents more opportunities to safely dispose of Household Hazardous Waste. These events will now be held multiple times a year, replacing the previous single-day annual event.

Don’t miss the final Household Hazardous Waste event of the year this Saturday, November 16! It’s a great chance to clear out hazardous items from your home and dispose of them responsibly.

Date: Saturday, November 16

Location: Mohawk Street Landfill...

West River Street Reconstruction 2024 – Temporary Road Closure Update, November 13-15

Posted on Thursday, November 14, 2024 11:00 AM

Please be advised of an update to the temporary road closure taking place on West River Street at Charlotte Street in Paris. The temporary road closure is expected to last until Friday, November 15, 7:00 am. Full details are listed below: