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City Hall News - December 2022

The October 2022 edition of City Hall News is now available on our website.

This month's edition features:

• Mark your calendars for Christmas in Port Colborne
• SnowPORTant information - A Guide to Winter Control Services in the City of Port Colborne
• Water Service and Sewer Lateral Replacement Grants and Loan Program
• Fall/Winter Arena Programming Schedule for the Vale Health & Wellness Centre and learn more about the Port Colborne YMCA’s FREE Swim Instructor & Lifeguard Training
• What’s new at your Port...

Hydrant fire flow activities happening Tuesday, November 22

Please be advised on Tuesday, Nov. 22, the City’s Utilities department will be conducting hydrant fire flow testing in the city, see map below for affected area and more details. Flow testing and flushing is done annually to ensure adequate water flow for firefighting activities, fire sprinkler systems, residents, and businesses.

                 

 

The goal is to clear any iron and mineral deposits from watermains to help maintain the City’s water...

Bridge 21 closed November 22 from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Bridge 21, the Clarence Street Bridge, will be closed to all vehicular and pedestrian traffic Tuesday, Nov. 22, 2022, from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. for bridge and road maintenance.

For more information, please visit the Bridge Status page. Port Colborne bridge closure updates can also be found on the Great Lakes St. Lawrence Seaway System site.

Prepare your home for winter

Preventing wildlife and rodents

InPort Colborne we live side by side with wild animals, including coyotes, foxes, andraccoons.

As winter approaches and animals look for safety/warmthand/or foodwe all have a role to play in making sure weare not attracting unwanted wildlife to our property.

Here are some things you can do to either prevent an encounter or discouragewildlife from entering your property:

• Clear away bushes and dense weeds near your home
• Close off spaces under porches, decks, and sheds....

Restoration & Water Well Decommissioning Cost-Sharing Grant Programs Aim to Improve Water Quality

Applications are being accepted for projects in 2023

The Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority (NPCA) is seeking applications for its Restoration and Water Well Decommissioning grant programs for projects in 2023. Selected projects will help improve water quality and wildlife habitat as part of ongoing efforts to restore and preserve the Niagara Peninsula watershed’s natural heritage and water resources.

“The Restoration Grant Program is one of several...