Author: The Millbrook Times
Water Rate Relief for Millbrook
After repeated complaints about water rates since the opening of the new treatment plant, Council directed staff to investigate ways to reduce them. Rates had risen significantly in part because the new facility was…
Cavan Agri Services: Helping Generations of Farmers Grow Their Businesses
It’s basic math, applied to chemistry. Crops use nutrients, absorbing them to fuel their growth. When crops are harvested, these nutrients are harvested as well, leaving behind soil that has been depleted by its…
What’s On at Our Libraries – March 2019
Spring is just around the corner, come and see what the CMLibraries has to offer! Warmer days are within reach, so this month’s Knit it Forward Club’s pattern is a beautiful market bag.…
Pump Track Proposal Receives Warm Reception
Council was introduced to an interesting recreational opportunity at last month’s Council meeting when biking enthusiasts John Frizzle and David D’Agostino outlined their proposal for a local Pump Track. These installations consist of a…
Thanks for years of service
Former Council members John Fallis and Jordan Landry were thanked for their years of service last month, receiving a photo of the Millbrook Valley Trail by local artist George Raab. Pictured is Mayor McFadden,…
Local Litter
Photo supplied. Pictured is one of a steady stream of discarded beer cases that find their way onto township roads. Bud Light seems to be a particular favourite along Zion Line. Not only is…
Township’s Building Boom Continues
It should be no surprise that building activity in the township was extraordinary last year. According to the Building Permit Activity Report filed by Chief Building Official Kyle Phillips at the January 14th Council…
Remembering the ’70’s and ’80’s
Just a few decades ago, but so many changes! Locally the 1970’s and 1980’s looked and felt a lot different from now. Don’t let those memories slip away! There’s no better time than now,…
OLG Revenue to Help Township Address Aging Infrastructure
Last week, the township received a third-quarter (October 1, 2018 to December 31, 2018) non-tax gaming revenue payment of $89,963 from Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG) for hosting Shorelines Slots at Kawartha Downs. …