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Shelter work coming to two Orangeville Transit stops September 20

A heads up for Orangeville Transit riders:

Work will be done tomorrow (Friday, Sept. 20) on two shelters.

• Tony Rose Memorial Sports Centre (stop 28) – shelter repairs
• Headwaters Health Care Centre (stop 34) - shelter installation

There will be no disruptions to transit and regular stops will continue at these stops.

For schedules, maps, and rider information visit orangeville.ca/Transit.

Notice of Hearing - Committee of Adjustment (A-11/24)

Notice of Hearing
Minor Variance Application
File No. A-11/24

An application has been submitted for a minor variance at 21 Centre Street to Zoning By-law No. 22-90, as amended. The property is zoned as “Multiple Residential Medium Density (RM1).”

Purpose of the Application:

The application, made under Section 45 of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, c P.13, as amended, is seeking a minor variance to Zoning By-law No. 22-90, as amended, to reduce the rear yard from 10 to 6.1 metres. If approved, it would...

Notice of Hearing - Committee of Adjustment (A-10/24)

Notice of Hearing
Minor Variance Application
File No. A-10/24

An application has been submitted for a minor variance at 324 Perry Road to Zoning By-law No. 22-90, as amended. The property is zoned as “Residential Sixth Density (R6).”

Purpose of the Application:

The application, made under Section 45 of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, c P.13, as amended, is seeking a minor variance to Zoning By-law No. 22-90, as amended, to increase the rear yard encroachment for stairs from 0.6 metres to 1.57 metres....

Work begins on Dawson Road Watermain - Some traffic impacts will occur

Our private sector contractors are starting work on the Dawson Road Watermain. The work will occur on Dawson between Broadway and Hillside Drive/Centennial Road.

Here’s what you need to know:

• Dawson Road will be closed to through traffic
• Local businesses, transit, and commercial access will be maintained through a single lane.
• Emergency vehicles will be provided access
• Some full closures may be required at times – advanced notice will be provided.

As part of the project, the traffic signals at...

Town of Orangeville announces retirement of Orangeville Fire Services Chief Ronald Morden

Orangeville Fire Service and the Town of Orangeville are preparing to bid farewell to Chief Ronald Morden after 24 years of dedicated service.

After starting his career with the Orangeville Fire Service as Deputy Fire Chief in March 2000, Morden worked tirelessly to improve firefighter well-being through various health and safety initiatives.

“Chief Morden’s unwavering dedication and innovative approaches have had an enormous positive impact on the department and our community,” said Heather...

Construction Update - Sept. 17 to 20

Progress continues in Orangeville with ongoing roadwork, sidewalk work, and more.

Here's your construction update for the week of September 17 to 20:

• Alder Street – Bike lane symbol reinstatement.
• Broadway - Westbound right lane reduction due to construction at the Avalon.
• Broadway and Wellington Street – Construction of a new PXO.
• Cardwell Street (Townline to Princess Street) closure – Road reconstruction.
• College Avenue – Sidewalk and curb repairs as marked, driveway reinstatements.
• Dawson Road...

Construction Update - Sept 9 to 13

We're hard at work on improving our infrastructure, roads, sidewalks and more!
Here's your construction update for the week of September 9 to 13:

• 🚧 Alder Street – Bike Lane symbol reinstatement.
• 🚧 Broadway - Westbound right lane reduction: Due to construction at the Avalon.
• 🚧 Broadway and Wellington Street – Construction of a new PXO.
• 🚧 Caledon-East Garafraxa Townline (Townline to Dawson Road) – Shouldering Work.
• 🚧 Cardwell Street (Townline to Princess) closure – Road reconstruction.
• 🚧 College...

Construction Breakdown: September 4 to 6

Progress continues in Orangeville with ongoing roadwork, sidewalk work, and more. Here's your construction breakdown for the week of September 4 to 6:

• College Avenue – Sidewalk and curb repairs as marked.
• Alder Street – Line painting reinstatement.
• Broadway (eastbound lane) – Line painting reinstatement.
• St. Andrew Drive: Driveway apron paving.
• Victoria Street: Continued work on sewer replacement and service connections.
• Broadway and Wellington Street – Construction of a new PXO.
• Rotary Park –...

Back to school safety reminder

With the new school year starting, let’s prioritize safety.

Here are a few quick tips:

Walking in school zones: Stay alert and follow the crossing guard's direction. Always use available sidewalks - never walk on the road - and cross at intersections or crosswalks.

Driving in school zones: Reduce your speed, be prepared to stop at all times, and wait for children to reach the sidewalk before continuing.

School Buses: Remember to stop when the bus’s stop sign is extended and lights are flashing....

Transit Service Disruption Notice: September 4 to 17

Transit Service Disruption Notice:

Due to a road closure on Fourth Street at the intersection of Second Avenue, the Orange Route will encounter a slight service disruption.

When: September 4 to 17

• Last stop before the closure: Stop 18 - Fourth Street stop

• Route reconnection: Third Street and Second Avenue

• First stop following closure: Stop 20 - Third Street and Orangemill Court

Stop 19 will not be serviced during the closure.

Broadway lane closure alert: Starting September 9

Lane Closure Alert

The Avalon’s private sector contractor will implement two lane closures on Broadway starting September 9. The closure is expected to last approximately four weeks, weather permitting.

Here’s what you need to know:

• Eastbound and westbound traffic will each have one lane.
• Lane closures start just west of Tim Horton's.
• Westbound traffic will be rerouted around vehicles turning left into Tim Horton's.
• Left turns from westbound Broadway onto Diane Drive will be restricted.
• Closures end...