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Notice of Public Information Centre 1 for Transportation Master Plan
The City of Kawartha Lakes has experienced a 5.1% growth in population from approximately 75,423 people in 2016 to 79,247 people in 2021.
2024 Budget readies for growth while maintaining affordability and sustainability
On October 17 and 31, 2023, Kawartha Lakes held Special Council Meetings to provide preliminary information on the proposed 2024 Budget. During these meetings, senior staff provided departmental overviews with highlights of 2023 accomplishments and priorities for 2024. Both meetings can be viewed on the City’s YouTube channel and presentations are available for download on our Budget and Finance webpage.
Waste Management fall diversion program reminders
Kawartha Lakes is excited to share some of the great diversion programs available to residents this fall through the Waste Management division, like curbside textile recycling, winter landfill hours and seasonal road collection, fall curbside leaf and yard waste collection, woodchip (mulch) and compost giveaway, paint reuse program, mattress recycling program, bulky plastic recycling program.
The Fenelon Station Gallery Remodels the Train Station
The Fenelon Station Gallery makes its home in Fenelon Falls’ historic train station. The old ‘makeup’ has been stripped from the building exterior with new boards replacing deteriorated ones. Currently, it is an exciting mess!
Public Information Meeting: Are you on Fenelon Falls Sewers?
Public information session: Come learn how to disconnect your rain drainage if it’s still hooked up to your sewer. Learn more and help our sewer system! Refreshments provided and child care on site. Tuesday May 9th from 7-8pm at St James Anglican Church.
Hike for Hospice 2023 is Coming Soon!
Mark your Calendars! Hike for Hospice 2023 is going to be in person this year for the first time since 2019! The Hike will take place at Auk’s Lodge Fleming College, 200 Albert St S. Lindsay, on May 7th 2023.
You No Longer Need To Get Called Down To The Principal’s Office To See Some Exceptional Canadian Art
In 2020, Mark Cossarin the Principal of Lindsay Collegiate and Vocational Institute (LCVI), a secondary school in Lindsay, Ontario, knew that the school had some significant pieces of Canadian artwork on the walls of the school, and contacted Kawartha Art Gallery in Lindsay, Ontario, to discuss the possibility of a long-term loan of the artwork to the Gallery.
Passport to Christmas PRIZES!
There are 10 shoppings days, including one double stamp weekend (Dec 16 -18) left to fill up your passports! The process is simple; make a purchase of any amount at a participating business and receive a stamp on your passport.
New Holiday Decor in Fenelon Falls
The Fenelon Falls & District Chamber of Commerce (FFDCC) was able to make the dream of new holiday decor a reality with funding from the Government of Canada’s Tourism Relief Fund
Cable Cable, Ruralwave + Kawartha Lakes Food Source Provide Thanksgiving Meals
To help combat food insecurity in our region and give back to the community of Kawartha Lakes, Cable Cable and Ruralwave partnered with the Kawartha Lakes Food Source (KLFS) to provide 50 families with Thanksgiving meal kits.
FLATO Developments makes historic gift to Ross Memorial
Today, the Ross Memorial Hospital Foundation invited local dignitaries and the local media to celebrate a landmark moment: FLATO Developments is making the largest donation in the hospital’s history!
The Kawartha Lakes-Haliburton Housing Corporation seeks new members for their Board of Directors
The Kawartha Lakes-Haliburton (KLH) Housing Corporation is seeking three to four individuals to serve as directors on the corporation’s Board of Directors. One new director will be a KLH Housing Corporation tenant.
Q & A with Candidates for Mayor and Ward 3 Councillor
The Fenelon Falls & District Chamber of Commerce and Kawartha Works Community Co-op are sponsoring an opportunity for the public to hear the candidates for Mayor and Ward 3 Councillor discuss election issues. The event is scheduled for Tuesday, Sept 13th from 6:30 to 8:15 p.m.
Proposed Clifton St Pedestrian Bridge
The Fenelon Falls and District Chamber of Commerce Waterfront Improvement Committee, in partnership with the City of Kawartha Lakes, is currently investigating the feasibility of constructing a single span pedestrian bridge over the Fenelon River roughly in alignment with Clifton Street.
The Ross Memorial Hospital Auxiliary Thanks the Burnt River GALS
The Ross Memorial Hospital Auxiliary thanks the Burnt River GALS – whose name stands for ‘Give A Little Support’ – for the donation of a beautiful log cabin quilt as an early bird draw prize in the Ross Family & Friends 50/50 raffle.
Downtown Fenelon Falls Reconstruction Project Update for June 2022
The Fenelon Falls Reconstruction project is progressing well and work will continue in the coming weeks. Recent and upcoming action items include:
Volunteer Board Members Required
Kawartha Lakes Health Care Initiative (KLHCI) is currently seeking three (3) individuals who are passionate about all citizens having access to a family doctor. These individuals will fill vacancies on the volunteer Board of Directors.
Road Closures and Related Road Notifications Available on Municipal511
Did you know? The municipality reports all road and bridge closures, and road construction on the Municipal511 website. This website is used by municipalities and emergency partners to share information in real time with the public. It is available for desktop and mobile users.
Downtown Update: Second Crossing?
The municipality of Kawartha Lakes, in partnership with the project’s consultant, Dillon Consulting, will be hosting an additional virtual public meeting for the Fenelon Falls Second Crossing project on May 29, 2021. The purpose of this meeting is to inform seasonal and full time residents, within the areas of potential impact, of the study findings and recommendations. Areas of potential impact include the Town of Fenelon Falls, the community of Baddow along Concession Road 3 and along the Burnt River near Concession Road 3.
Colborne Street Reconstruction Update
The construction in Downtown Fenelon Falls is well underway, and we know, it isn't the prettiest or most convenient scenario at the moment. With that said, the end results are going to be beautiful and functional, giving the downtown a well deserved facelift.