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Waste Collection on Tuesday, January 9, 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 by this evening. 

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...

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Grand River Conservation Authority Watershed Conditions Statement - Water Safety

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

The current weather system crossing the watershed is bringing above freezing temperatures and approximately 30-40 mm of mixed snow and rain, resulting in increased river flows throughout the Grand River watershed.

No significant flooding is expected with this event; however, river flows in local waterways will be higher than normal for this time of year, increasing the risk in...

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Spring and Summer 2024 Floor Requests

The County of Brant is now accepting requests for indoor floor use for Spring/Summer 2024. The floor is available at the Burford Community Centre and the Gaukel Memorial Community Centre from April 8 to August 23, 2024.

Please submit your request by 4:00 pm on Thursday, February 8, 2024. Any submissions received after the due date will be dealt with on a first come, first serve basis if floor time allows.  Submit the request online via the County of Brant Floor Request Online Form. 

The rates for...

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The County of Brant is seeking feedback on the proposed 2024 Budget and Long-term Financial Plan

Beginning today, Monday, January 8, 2024, the County of Brant will be asking for community feedback regarding the proposed 2024 budget. The budget will outline priorities, respond to the needs of a growing community, and set the direction for work to be completed over the upcoming year.

"We are committed to ensuring that our budget and financial planning processes reflect the needs and aspirations of our diverse community,” said County of Brant General Manager of Corporate Services, Heather Boyd...

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The new Brant Transit app is now available - download today!

Starting today, you can book rides for January 2 - January 16, 2024 with the new Brant Transit app. Get around the same locations you’re familiar with — and enjoy easier bookings! Download the new app today, visit www.brant.ca/Transit to learn more!

Ready to start?  Here’s what you need to know:

1. Create an account. Download the new Brant Transit app and sign up with your name, phone number, and email address.

2. Plan 1-14 days ahead. You can now book rides for January 2- January 16. Starting...

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Grand River Street North Closure between Scott Ave and Woodslee Ave

Notification of Proposed Work: Grand River Street North – Trunk Sewer and Watermain Replacement

Location: Grand River Street North between Scott Avenue and Woodslee Avenue

Work Commencing: Monday January 8 to Friday March 29 2024

Work Performed by: Regional Sewer and Watermain Ltd for County of Brant

Notes:

• No through traffic, no local traffic, no emergency access
• The intersection of Grand River Street North and Scott Avenue will remain open
• Traffic detour: Scott Avenue, Lee Avenue, Woodslee Avenue

Please...

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Grand River Street North Construction will return on Monday, January 8

Grand River Street North Construction will return this Monday, January 8, 2024. 

Please continue to support our local businesses as they remain open during construction. 

Thank you for your patience and understanding as we make important improvements to our municipal infrastructure.

For more information on this project and to subscribe to updates, visit the Grand River Street North Engage Brant webpage.

Please refer to Municipal 511 http://www.municipal511.ca for the most up-to-date traffic information...

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Garbage and Recycling Reminder for the week of January 1 to January 6

Regular curbside collection will not occur tomorrow - Monday, January 1. ⁠
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This week, curbside collection days will move to the following day. Example: Monday collection will move to Tuesday, Tuesday collection will move to Wednesday, etc.⁠
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⁠Curbside Christmas tree collection will begin this week on your collection day. Trees must be free of bags and decorations.⁠

Christmas tree collection will also be available the week of January 8 to January 12.

Please place your waste at the curb by 7:00 am.⁠
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Garbage and Recycling Reminder for the week of December 25 to December 30

Regular curbside collection will not occur tomorrow - Monday, December 25. ⁠
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This week, curbside collection days will move to the following day. Example: Monday collection will move to Tuesday, Tuesday collection will move to Wednesday, etc.⁠
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Please place your waste at the curb by 7:00 am.⁠
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Curbside Christmas tree collection will occur during the first two weeks of January on your regular collection day. Trees must be free of bags and decorations.⁠
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For information about garbage and recycling,...

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Join us for a skate this holiday season!

The County of Brant is pleased to host a variety of drop-in skates during the holidays! 

• Tuesday, January 2 from 10:00 am to 11:00 am at the Brant Sports Complex. This skate is sponsored by Nathan Ackland Insurance. 
• Tuesday, January 2 from 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm at the Burford Community Centre. MPP Will Bouma invites you to for a free skate!
• Wednesday, January 3 from 10:00 am to 11:00 am at the Brant Sports Complex. This skate is sponsored by the Grand Erie School Board...

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