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Town of Penetanguishene announces staffing redeployments due to COVID-19 changes

January 29, 2021

(Penetanguishene)- In light of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and recent stay-at-home order declared on January 12th, 2021, the Town of Penetanguishene has reviewed all department services and conducted redeployments where necessary. Three (3) staff members from areas that have service level impacts to the public have been redeployed to support the continuity of operations in areas that are deemed critical services to our community.

Municipalities urge snowmobilers to follow COVID-19 guidelines and to remember that No Ice is Safe Ice

January 29, 2021

The COVID-19 pandemic has increased sales of snowmobile trail permits as well as snowmobiles in our area. Each year we work with our Southern Georgian Bay OPP detachment along with the Georgian Bay Snowriders Club to promote snowmobile safety. This year, along with the usual safety tips, snowmobilers are reminded that COVID-19 regulations apply, regardless of if you are on the trails, ice, or in a public meeting area.

COVID-19 Municipal Update: Stay Home Ontario

January 29, 2021

The Town of Penetanguishene continues to monitor news and updates concerning COVID-19 to ensure we work to keep our community members safe. The following update provided on January 29th, 2021 is in addition to the updates provided in previous weeks below.

Notice of Intention to Pass an Amending By-law to Remove a Holding 'H' Symbol

January 29, 2021

Town of Penetanguishene Council will hold an Electronic Public Meeting on Wednesday, February 10th, 2021 at 7:00 p.m. to pass a Zoning By-law amendment to remove a Holding “H” Symbol from the Zoning By-law as per Section 36 of the Planning Act R.S.O 1990 c.P.13. The electronic Public Meeting with be hosted using the “Zoom” platform for online meetings where the public can participate via video or telephone.

Special Council Meeting Highlights - January 20th, 2021

January 26, 2021

Council Highlights provide a brief overview of noteworthy decisions and presentations made at Town of Penetanguishene Council meetings. Detailed agendas and minutes from the meetings are available on our website or you can view our livestream for additional details.

COVID-19 Municipal Impacts – January 22, 2021

January 22, 2021

The Town of Penetanguishene continues to monitor news and updates concerning COVID-19 to ensure we work to keep our community members safe. The following update provided on January 22nd, 2021 is in addition to the updates provided in previous weeks below.

Excess Snow Removal Planned in Residential Areas: January 20th - 21st

January 20, 2021

The Town of Penetanguishene Public Works Department would like to advise the residents/businesses that snow will be hauled/removed from the following streets starting tonight January 20th at 11:30 pm till 7:00 am of January 21st, 2021, weather permitting.

Mid-Pen Transit Service's Online Portal

January 15, 2021

Penetanguishene - With Municipal offices being closed to the public, the Town of Penetanguishene would like to remind Mid-Pen Transit riders that they can now reload their transit SmartCards from the comfort of their homes by using the new Mid-Pen Transit Service Online Portal.

Notice of a Complete Application and Public Meeting on a Proposed Zoning By-Law Amendment: 77 Fox Street

January 15, 2021

The Town of Penetanguishene deemed the following application to amend the Town’s Zoning By-law 2000-02, as amended, “Complete” Applications under Subsection 34 of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. P.13 on the 13th day of January 2021.