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Meadow and Tree Maintenance at Watt's Pond

Please note the County of Brant is conducting routine meadow maintenance for meadow habitat preservation at 816 Watt’s Pond (Hartley Ave).

General tree clean up and maintenance will also occur in the coming weeks to address hazardous trees and invasive species along Watts Pond. 

Natural meadows are an important feature of our biodiversity and natural heritage, offering urban habitat for rare bird species as well as many pollinating insects that need meadows and open grassland to thrive.

Unlike...

Market Street Temporary Road Closure on Tuesday March 19 and Wednesday, March 20

Location: Market Street between Wellington Street and Spruce Street

Work Date: Tuesday, March 19 to Wednesday, March 20 2024

Work Performed by: Amico for County of Brant

Reason: Sanitary Sewer Repairs

Notes:

• Market Street will be temporarily closed at Wellington Street
• No access to Market Street from Wellington Street, no through traffic
• 23 - 25 Market Street will have no access to their driveways, park on Wellington Street
• 17 - 22 Market Street access from Spruce Street

Please refer to Municipal 511

Paris Roads Winter Cleanup

The Paris Roads Department will begin winter cleanup later this week with curbside and sidewalk sweeping.

Residents are reminded to obey parking signs and avoid parking overnight in areas that are posted no parking from 4:00 am to 7:00 am.

Bylaw enforcement will be proactively enforcing these areas over the next week to allow road crews to properly access the area for winter cleanup.

We thank you for your cooperation.

2024 Community Grant Applications are now open

The County of Brant and the Brant Community Foundation are pleased to announce the opening of the 2024 County of Brant Community Grant Applications.

“We are thrilled to combine the granting expertise of the Brant Community Foundation with the County’s impactful Community Grants Program,” said Anne Marie Peirce, Executive Director for the Brant Community Foundation.

The County of Brant has awarded Community Grants for many years, historically as part of the budget process and more recently through...

Engage with us! Chickens in Residential Areas

County of Brant residents are invited to provide their valuable input on the development of regulations and guidelines for keeping chickens in residential areas. As the County of Brant prepares regulations for the keeping of chickens in residential areas, through public engagement, we aim to develop regulations and guidelines that balance the interests of residents with the benefits and challenges associated with residential chicken keeping.

The County of Brant invites you to attend a Public...

2024 Picnic Requests are now open

Picnic requests for the 2024 season are now open!

Picnic rentals are available starting Saturday, May 18, 2024. 

For a list of picnic areas available in the County of Brant, rental prices and rules, visit our Picnic Areas webpage. 

To rent a picnic area, submit the Picnic and Park Request online. 

March Break is here!

March Break is here! Looking for activities to do this week? 

Check out our schedule of drop-in skates and Kinderplay!  No registration is required. 

Burford Community Centre Skates Date TimeType of SkateFee per participant  Sunday, March 10 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm Public Skate - all ages $3.00  Monday, March 11 10:00 am to 11:00 am  Parent and Tot Skate - 6 and under Free Tuesday, March 12 10:00 am to 11:00 am  Parent and Tot Skate - 6 and under Free 11:00 am to 1:00 pm  Adult Skate - 16 + $2.00 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm  Public Skate...

The County of Brant is developing a Stormwater Utility Program

Beginning today, Friday, March 8, the County of Brant is providing information and requesting feedback on the development of a new Stormwater Utility Program for defined stormwater utility areas directly benefiting from County operated and maintained stormwater infrastructure. This will support regulatory requirements, operation and maintenance needs, infrastructure improvements, as well as ensure protection of property and the environment. 

"A stormwater utility is not only needed but crucial...

Community Centre Fundraising Campaign is Seeking Major Donors

The County of Brant has launched a fundraising campaign for a new community centre in Paris.

“By investing in the $400,000 fundraising campaign, you are investing in an inclusive, supportive, and vibrant community that values the contributions and well-being of our entire population,” said County of Brant Mayor David Bailey. “Together, we will build a space where our residents can thrive, connect, and continue to enrich our communities for generations to come. The new community centre will...

Curb and Sidewalk Restoration - Grand River Street North from Scott Avenue to Bradbury Crescent

Curb and Sidewalk Restoration will take place on Grand River Street North from Scott Avenue to Bradbury Crescent on Monday, March 11, 2024. 

Location: Grand River Street North from Scott Avenue to Bradbury Crescent

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

Reason: Curb and Sidewalk Restoration

Note:

• Localized lane closures where the northbound lane shifts around the work zone
• Work commences Monday March 11 2024

Please refer to Municipal 511 for the most up-to-date traffic...