Township News – April/May 2024
Council Meeting Schedule
Regularly scheduled Meetings of Council for the months of April and May, 2024 will take place on the following dates:
Council Meetings: Wednesday, April 10th– 3:00 p.m. Public Session Wednesday, April 24th– 3:00 p.m. Public Session Wednesday, May 8th– 3:00 p.m. Public Session Wednesday, May 22nd – 3:00 p.m. Public Session
Development Services Committee Meetings: Wednesday, April 3rd – 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 1st – 5:30 p.m.
All meeting times are subject to change and Special Meetings of Council may also be called on an as needed basis. For a complete schedule of 2024 Council meetings, please visit the Council Portal available through our website – bit.ly/3Gz6S1B.
Please Note: Township Council Chambers are open to the public. To ensure safety of the public, members of Council, and staff, room capacity limits are in place.
Virtual attendance is available, with Council meetings following a hybrid format and continued live-streaming. Members of the public are welcome to view Special Council and Development Services Committee Meetings via livestream on the Township’s YouTube channel.
Public Participation in Electronic Meetings
The Township of Oro-Medonte has amended its Procedural By-law to allow for electronic participation at Council meetings. Protocols have been established to advise how to participate in the public portions of these meetings. Please visit oro-medonte.ca/Pages/Public-Participation.aspx for more information, including how to participate in Open Forum or request a deputation/presentation.
Live Streaming
Township of Oro-Medonte Council meetings are live streamed. To view meetings live, visit bit.ly/44CAbLT and subscribe to the Township’s YouTube channel – Township of Oro-Medonte
Spring/Summer Recreation Programs and Registration
The Township is offering a variety of programs for pre-school, children, and adults. To learn about program offerings and registration information, please see – Spring/Summer Recreation Program Guide.
Summer Camp Programs and Registration
Registration for summer camp is open. To view camp program details and to register your child, please see page 12 of the Spring/Summer Recreation Program Guide.
Recreation Program Ideas and Suggestions
The Township is interested in hearing from residents regarding potential ideas and suggestions for recreation programs and activities. If you have a program idea, please share your thoughts with us here – Township of Oro-Medonte Program ideas.
Parking Reminder
The Municipal Law Department reminds all residents that from December 1st through to April 1st, parking is not permitted on any Township road from 2:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. For additional information regarding parking, and to review the Township’s Parking and Traffic By-law (No. 2021-005), please visit Parking | Township of Oro-Medonte.
Emergency Preparedness Week May 5th – 11th
Emergency Preparedness Week is an opportunity to take action to ensure you are prepared to protect yourself, your family, and your community during an emergency.
Please visit oro-medonte.ca, follow the Township’s social media channels (Twitter at Twp. of Oro-Medonte (@TwpOroMedonte) / Twitter, Facebook at Township of Oro-Medonte | Facebook and Instagram at Township of Oro-Medonte (@oromedontetwp)) for Emergency Preparedness week details as they become available.
Visit Emergency management | ontario.ca or getprepared.ca for resources and information, or contact the Fire & Emergency Services Department.
Spring Road Sweeping
Following winter operations, road sweeping is scheduled to start mid to late April and will take approximately 6-8 weeks to complete. Residents are reminded Township staff only sweep the roadway. However, residents are encouraged to rake sand out onto the road prior to commencement of sweeping operations. To receive updates regarding completion of zones and additional information, please follow the Township of Oro-Medonte on Facebook, Twitter (X), and Instagram.
Urban Stormwater Pond Safety Reminder
We remind the public that access to areas for urban stormwater management is prohibited for public safety. These areas are often subject to dramatic and rapid changes in water levels during periods of rain and snow melt. Site conditions including muddy water, sudden drop offs, subsurface currents, and the potential for entanglement with vegetation and debris are all possible. For additional information regarding urban stormwater management and safety precautions, please visit oro-medonte.ca/municipal-services/environmental-services/urban-stormwater.
2024 Dog Tags
2024 dog tags are now available. To avoid late fees, please purchase or renew tag(s) before March 31st by visiting Dog Tag Licensing | Township of Oro-Medonte.
County of Simcoe Waste Collection Zone Change Reminder
A reminder the County of Simcoe is responsible for waste collection in Oro-Medonte. The County moved to new zones for bi-weekly waste collection in December 2023. To learn more, please check your Waste Wizard app available for download here – simcoe.ca/dpt/swm/when and visit bit.ly/4aO6HOp for additional information.
Township Social Media Channels
General Township information that might be of interest can be found by visiting and following the Township’s social media channels:
Twitter/X
Twp. of Oro-Medonte (@TwpOroMedonte) / Twitter
Oro-Medonte Tourism Ambassador Certificate Program
Upcoming Office Closures
Please Support Local Business
Suggested ways of how you can help local businesses:
- When possible, buy local
- Look for local farm gate sales, buy from local producers
- Purchase from local businesses by visiting in person or shopping online
- Order local meals for takeout or delivery
- Share messages about local businesses through social media
- Share businesses social posts through your social media channels
- Write positive reviews of businesses you have visited
- Purchase gift certificates now that can be used later
COVID-19 Information
The Township continues to monitor the status of Covid-19. The Township Administration Centre and Township facilities are open for customer service, with appropriate safety measures in place.
Residents have the option to utilize electronic means for Township related business – staff are available to provide customer service by phone or e-mail. To learn more, please Contact Us.
To stay informed about information provided by the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit, please visit simcoemuskokahealth.org/Topics/COVID-19.
Please note: COVID-19 is a fluid situation and information is subject to change.
Township of Oro-Medonte News
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Phone: (705) 487-2171
Fax: (705) 487-0133
Email: info@oro-medonte.ca
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Update Regarding Community Centre and Elementary School Partnership in Horseshoe Valley
In partnership, the Township of Oro-Medonte and the Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) have commenced development of a new shared Elementary School and Community Centre, located at 739 Horseshoe Valley Road, adjacent to the Horseshoe Valley Memorial Park. The partnership has followed a dynamic and evolutionary path since 2017.
The project is supported by an investment of nearly $30 million, which includes $8.5 million from the Township of Oro-Medonte for the Community Centre component, providing a Township wide facility located within the geographic centre of Oro-Medonte, for all residents to enjoy.
The community centre will share a full-size gymnasium (high school sized) with the elementary school, and also includes the following amenities:
- full locker/changeroom with showers;
- multi-purpose programming space suitable for both active and passive recreation activities;
- administrative space to accommodate other municipal services; and
- considerations for future phased development of 11,150 ft2 to accommodate the potential addition of a fitness center.
The elementary school with accommodation for 570 students will include:
- 3 kindergarten classrooms
- 11 regular classrooms
- 2 resource rooms
- learning centre
- library; and
- full-size gymnasium (high school sized).
The new school will ensure quality education for area students responsive to growth of the Horseshoe Valley area, while optimizing tax dollars through public partnership.
It is anticipated the Province of Ontario will make further announcements with additional details regarding the elementary school as the project progresses.
On-site preliminary earthworks have started, (i.e. movement of soil forming a component of site preparation) and a significant amount of activity will be taking place at the site over the coming months.
As the project progresses, construction activities will be confined to specific areas of the site, with the existing forest and trail system preserved as much as possible for continued enjoyment of the community. To ensure safety of residents and neighbours, the Township and SCDSB ask for your cooperation and patience throughout the construction process. Please avoid construction areas which will be identified by fencing and signage.