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A water main valve replacement is scheduled for tomorrow, October 23, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM on Alessio Drive, Angus. Affected residents have been notified. For any inquiries, please contact Charlie Bowler at 705-794-3188.
The Township of Essa has completed its Transportation and Trails Master Plan (TTMP) to guide infrastructure for the next 20 years. The plan aims to create a multi-modal network, improving roads, trails, and traffic policies for a connected community by 2043. The draft plan is open for public review from October 21 to November 19, 2024, on the Township’s website. Feedback can be submitted via email (EssaTTMP@publicinput.com). Contact Michael Mikael (CAO) or Brett Sears (Senior Project Manager) for more details.
The Township of Essa has officially proclaimed October 20 to 26, 2024, as 'Local Government Week.' This initiative highlights the essential services provided by municipal governments and their significant role in shaping the character, priorities, and quality of life in communities across Ontario. In partnership with the Association of Municipal Managers, Clerks, and Treasurers of Ontario (AMCTO), Essa Township joins municipalities across the province in celebrating the contributions of local government to daily life.
Essa is currently seeking an individual to fill the requirements of a Full-time Deputy Chief Building Official position.
Maplewood Park Drive will be closed between Gold Park Gate and Sasco Way from October 7th to October 11th, 2024, for construction. Only local and emergency traffic will be allowed. Expect traffic disruptions and limited access to driveways/merchants.
Construction for intersection improvements at Murphy Road and Denney Drive, and Denney Drive and Felhazi Trail will be taking place from October to late November 2024.
The Township is currently seeking individuals to fill the requirements of Loader/Truck Driver positions.
At its meeting on September 18, 2024, Essa Council proclaimed October 1-7, 2024, as National Breastfeeding Week, recognizing the benefits of breastfeeding and supporting the theme "Empower Parents, Enable Breastfeeding."
TAKE NOTICE that an application has been submitted for a Minor Variance application on the lands known legally as PLAN 160A PT LOT 17 E FRASER; ST RP 51R39080 PART 1 & 2 ESSA, municipally known 1 & 3 Fraser Street. The subject property is zoned Core Commercial (C2). The applicant is seeking relief from Section 30, Section 20.2r), Section 4.35a), and Section 4.35d) of Essa Township’s Zoning By-law 2003-50 for relief regarding setbacks, a residential unit being located on the first storey of a commercial building, the minimum floor area of a residential unit in a commercial building, and the maximum allowable portion of a commercial building that can be dedicated to residential uses.