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Fare Free Transit pilot update coming to Orangeville Council

Posted on Wednesday, September 18, 2024 04:12 PM

The Town of Orangeville’s two-year Fare Free Transit pilot program will be coming to an end in the next few months, with staff bringing a project update to Council on September 23.

Fare Free Transit was introduced in January of 2023, after Council voted to move forward with the pilot in July 2022. By moving forward with a pilot, the Town could provide a proper assessment of utilizing this kind of transit structure and identify whether it would be successful.

With the end of the pilot in sight,...

Construction Update - Sept. 17 to 20

Posted on Tuesday, September 17, 2024 03:50 PM

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...

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Construction Update - Sept 9 to 13

Posted on Tuesday, September 10, 2024 12:30 PM

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

Posted on Wednesday, September 04, 2024 04:31 PM

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

Posted on Wednesday, September 04, 2024 04:24 PM

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

Posted on Tuesday, September 03, 2024 04:10 PM

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

Posted on Tuesday, September 03, 2024 04:05 PM

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...

Temporary Orange Route Detour: September 4

Posted on Tuesday, September 03, 2024 04:01 PM

Attention Orange Route riders

Due to overnight road resurfacing on C-Line, the Orange Route will detour from Broadway onto Diane Dr., then across Brenda Blvd. starting at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, September 4.

Quick facts:
  • Last stop before detour: Stop #2 (Avalon Centre)

  • First stop following detour: Stop #5 (Alder St. and C-Line)

Regular routing will resume Thursday, September 5.

Orange route returns to regular routing at Alder St. and C-Line

Posted on Friday, August 30, 2024 02:17 PM

Good news, orange route riders! Starting this afternoon (August 30) at 3 p.m., the orange route will resume regular routing at Alder St. and C-Line.

  • Stop #5 (Alder St. and C-Line) will be back in service
  • The temporary stop at Thompson Rd. and Balsam St. will be removed
For the latest transit updates, visit orangeville.ca/Transit

2024 Final Property Taxes Reminder – Commercial, Industrial and Multi-Residential

Posted on Friday, August 30, 2024 02:12 PM

For commercial, industrial, and multi-residential properties, the first installment of the 2024 final tax bill is due on Wednesday, September 4, 2024.

Note, not receiving your tax bill doesn’t exempt you from paying or late penalties.

If you haven’t received your bill, please contact Customer Service:

  • 519-941-0440 Ext. 2210
  • [email protected]
  • Visit us at Town Hall, 87 Broadway, Orangeville

Transit Alert: August 29

Posted on Thursday, August 29, 2024 01:32 PM

Attention Transit Riders

Eastbound lane resurfacing is happening today on Broadway between Wellington St. and Townline. Safety measures are in place to assist with boarding and exiting the bus.

There may be some delays and potential stop accessibility restrictions.

Thanks for your patience!

Overnight Lane Closure on C-Line: September 4

Posted on Thursday, August 29, 2024 11:47 AM

Overnight Lane Closure Alert

The temporary lane closure for paving work on C-Line, between Brenda Boulevard and Broadway, has been rescheduled to Wednesday, September 4, starting at 7 p.m.

Local traffic can still access homes and businesses. No through traffic at C-Line and Broadway.