Common Ground – May 2021
“For May is full of flowers” Robert Southwell Like a lot of people I rushed out and cut daffodils before the late April snowfall. My rational mind knew that all the spring bulbs are unaffected by snow and freezing temperatures. But there I was anyway cutting masses of daffodils to bring into the house.…
Trout Unlimited Millbrook 2021 Spring Update
Trout Unlimited Millbrook had some big plans this spring and, like many of you, we have had to plan, replan, then change our plans due to the recent COVID related lockdowns. We did however make some progress with our fundraising efforts thanks to the kind folks in this town. Here are a few updates.…
Local Educators Embrace Program to Foster Environmental Stewardship
Local Grade six students are familiar with Camp Kawartha through the annual winter camp event that has been a tradition in the curriculum for decades. Established in 1921, the camp is an accredited, award-winning not-for-profit educational organization offering environmental education for students ages four to seventeen. Through their extensive programs, Camp leaders are catch…
Ward Boundary Review Process Continues
Last week a third public information session was held to provide insight into the Ward Boundary Review process status and collect community feedback on the issue. The township is undertaking review of its ward boundaries to ensure fair and equitable representation of municipal residents on Council. Consultants with Watson and Associates Economists Ltd have…
Executive Director Manages Planning, Building and Economic Development
While we haven’t met him in person, residents watching virtual Council and Public Information meetings over the last few months have seen a new staff member at work. John Connolly joined the municipal staff last May as the Executive Director of Planning and Development. The position was created as part of a restructuring of…