Declaration of a Significant Weather Event
Friday, March 28, 2025
The Township of North Kawartha has made the decision to declare a Significant Weather Event, as per Ontario Regulation 239/02, "Minimum Maintenance Standards".
Environment Canada has issued a Freezing Rain warning with ice accretion in excess of 25mm possible. Freezing Rain is projected to start this evening, March 28, 2025, and continue through Monday, March 31, 2025.
A significant weather event is defined as an approaching or occurring weather hazard with the potential to pose significant danger to the users of the Township road network.
The Township of North Kawartha wants to be clear to our residents that a declaration of a significant weather event only addresses the timelines and does not reduce the level of service provided by our Roads Department. The declarations primary objective is to notify the residents of North Kawartha, that due to the current forecasted conditions, caution needs to be exercised when travelling on Township Maintained roads and drive accordingly based on road conditions until the roads have been properly serviced by the sanders.
Public Notice: Reduced Load Restrictions in Effect Starting March 10, 2025
Starting March 10, 2025, reduced load restrictions will be in effect for all Township of North Kawartha roads.
Reduced load restrictions are applied each spring during the thaw when the road network is most vulnerable to help prevent permanent damages to pavement and surface treated roads.
While in the reduced load restrictions are in place, vehicles are restricted to load limits of 5 tonnes per axle.
Your cooperation and understanding are greatly appreciated.
Due to ongoing hydro, telephone, and internet service disruptions, the Municipal Office at 280 Burleigh Street, Apsley will be closed on Monday, March 31, 2025.
The North Kawartha Community Centre (NKCC) at 340 McFadden Road, Apsley, is open as a warming station until 9:00 PM. Please note that telephone and internet services are unavailable, and all ice surface activities and rentals have been cancelled.
Due to current weather and road conditions, curbside collection for garbage and recycling within the Township of North Kawartha has been cancelled for today, Monday, March 31, 2025. A double collection will be accepted on Monday. April 7, 2025.
Due to expected inclement weather, the North Kawartha Figure Skating Club's annual ice show on Saturday, March 29th has been postponed to ensure everyone’s safety. But don’t worry, the magic is still happening!
New Event Date: Saturday, April 5, 2025
Showtime: 6:00 p.m.
Location: North Kawartha Community Center, 340 McFadden Road, Apsley
The Township of North Kawartha has made the decision to declare a Significant Weather Event, as per Ontario Regulation 239/02, "Minimum Maintenance Standards".
Environment Canada has issued a Freezing Rain warning with ice accretion in excess of 25mm possible. Freezing Rain is projected to start this evening, March 28, 2025, and continue through Monday, March 31, 2025.
Notice of Public Hearing for Minor Variance(s) being considered by the Committee of Adjustment on April 1, 2025.
Application No. A-04-25 & Application No. A-05-25
Notice of Public Meeting for a Proposed Community Improvement Project Area and Amendment to the Plan
The Township of North Kawartha is proposing changes to the current Community Improvement Plan (CIP) adopted by Council in 2018. The CIP offers financial incentive programs for certain eligible properties to promote the revitalization and renewal of communities within the Township. Please refer to the public notice for further information on the proposed changes and details of the public meeting.
Public Notice: Take Notice that the Township of North Kawartha has declared those Lands being part lot 6 & 7 Concession 15 (former Township of Burleigh) Township of North Kawartha, being part 40 on Plan 45R-363, surplus to the needs of the Township, and intends to sell the Lands by public tender.
See news item for full details and copies of Notice and Draft By-Law.
Notice of decision for Minor Variance(s) approved by the Committee of Adjustment on March 4, 2025.
Application No. A-02-25
Application No. A-03-25
Last day to appeal these decisions is March 24, 2025.
Starting March 10, 2025, reduced load restrictions will be in effect for all Township of North Kawartha roads.
Reduced load restrictions are applied each spring during the thaw when the road network is most vulnerable to help prevent permanent damages to pavement and surface treated roads.
While in the reduced load restrictions are in place, vehicles are restricted to load limits of 5 tonnes per axle.
Notice of Public Hearing for Minor Variance(s) being considered by the Committee of Adjustment on March 4, 2025.
Application No. A-02-25
Property Description/Land Affected: Part of Lot 20, Concession 5, Chandos Ward, 446 Renwick Road, Roll #1536-010-200-32600-0000
Application No. A-03-25
Property Description/Land Affected: Part of Lot 3, Concession 8, Chandos Ward, 65 Fire Route 20, Roll # 1536-020-001-82300-0000
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Township of North Kawartha
280 Burleigh Street
PO Box 550
Apsley, ON K0L 1A0
Tel: 705-656-4445
Toll free: 1-800-755-6931
Fax: 705-656-4446
Roads After Hours: 705-740-6158
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