Council this Week: Highlights from the May 22 County Council agenda - 20240522

Curbside collection changes, audited financial statements and more

County Council meetings are broadcast live at www.oxfordcounty.ca/livestream. To download the full agenda or view past recordings of council meetings, visit www.oxfordcounty.ca/council.

Oxford County Council will be asked to approve a number of actions to prepare the County’s waste management program for upcoming legislated changes, including the start of a food and organic waste (green bin)...

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Oxford County Library unveils forward-thinking Strategic Plan

The 2024-2028 plan focuses on adapting to changing community needs

Oxford County Library (OCL) is proud to release its 2024-2028 Strategic Plan, which offers a vision for the future of library services to meet the evolving needs of Oxford County's diverse communities.

The Strategic Plan, developed in consultation with community members, library partners, staff, and board members, is a roadmap for innovation and excellence. It reflects OCL's commitment to embracing change, fostering engagement,...

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Use FOG cups to keep fats, oils and grease out of the drain

At home or at work, fats, oils and grease (FOG) should never go down the drain.

Oxford County safely treats residential and industrial wastewater that goes down drains and into sewers, but keeping our infrastructure running is everyone’s responsibility. Fats, oils and grease can clog drains, leading to costly plumbing repairs, potentially both for the homeowner and the County, which in turn can impact rates. Industrial users can even face fines under the County’s sewer use by-law.

FOG cups are a...

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SWIFT fibre optic network buildout complete in Oxford County

Read this news release on the SWIFT website 

(Oxford County, ON) May 3, 2024– SWIFT is pleased to announce the successful completion of several high-speed internet projects in Oxford County, marking a pivotal achievement in the advancement of broadband infrastructure in the region.

With a combined investment of $10.5 million, SWIFT, in partnership with the municipality and local service providers, has extended high-speed internet service to 1,718 homes and businesses that previously lacked access....

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Emergency Preparedness Week, May 5 - 11

Emergency Preparedness Week is May 5 - 11 and this year’s theme is Plan for Every Season. Oxford County Paramedic Services is taking this opportunity to remind our communities that emergencies can happen any time of the year, and that through a few simple steps they can prepare and plan for every season.

When planning for every season, remember to swap out seasonal items in your emergency preparedness kit, like winter hats and gloves, in favour of sunscreen and bug spray. It’s important to note...

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