Municipal Community Newsletter

35 Alice Street | Brighton, ON K0K 1H0 CA

Featured in the May newsletter...

News and Notices
Major Projects Update
Municipal Department News and Updates
Municipal Committee Corner
Community Events in Brighton
Council and Committee Highlights
Upcoming Council and Committee Meetings

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Municipal Office and Library Victoria Day Closure

Please be advised that our Municipal Offices and Library locations will be closed on Monday, May 19 for the Victoria Day weekend.

We look forward to welcoming you on Tuesday, May 20 during our regular hours.

If you require urgent Municipal assistance during the closure from one of our departments, please use the 'Contact Us' section of our website.

After Hours Contact Information

Spring Leaf and Yard Waste Collection

Collection dates for each area are:

Area 1: Monday, May 5

Area 4: Monday, May 26

Area 1: Monday, June 2

Please remember, bags need to be:

✅ less than 20kgs (44lbs),

✅ rolled at the top,

✅ curbside by 7 a.m. on your collection date and,

✅ brush and branches are not collected

Learn More about Leaf and Yard Waste Pick-Up

Traffic Closure Notice: County Road 64 (Prince Edward St.)

From May 5 to 16, County Road 64 (Prince Edward St.) will be closed to all southbound traffic daily from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. for utility relocation work. Northbound traffic will remain open, and both lanes will reopen in the evenings.

This work is in preparation for the upcoming County Road 64 reconstruction project.

We appreciate your patience as we undertake these important upgrades to improve our infrastructure.

Notice of Public Review Period - Transportation Master Plan

The Municipality of Brighton is undertaking a 30-day Public Review Period starting May 6, 2025, and ending June 6, 2025, to seek public input regarding the Transportation Master Plan (TMP) Study.

View the Final Draft

The team at the Municipality of Brighton is committed to working together to meet the needs of our residents, visitors and those who choose to invest in our area. We dedicate ourselves to providing superior services to customers.

For more information about each of our departments, visit the Municipal Services Page on our website.

As we enter into the core of the spring season and the unofficial beginning of the summer season on the Victoria Day Long weekend, we begin to remember the joys of long evenings, fresh mornings, days by the water, days on the golf course, summer events and festivals and enjoying a meal on your favourite patio. These are the things that May means and you can enjoy all of these things locally.

Even though the official “Love Local” campaign is over, there is never a bad time to shop locally and seek out the products you use everyday that are sold in Brighton and made in Canada.

As we begin the process of getting our backyards and personal properties back to spring and summer standards after the harsh elements of winter, please be reminded that landscape supplies are solid in Brighton, so please seek out those services and businesses locally.

Yours in Economic Development,

Ben Hagerman

Manager of Economic Development and Communications

Winter has come and gone, and the public works crews are working diligently to clean up our community.

The annual clean up involves:

Street sweeping
Pothole repairs
Brush and branch collection
Sidewalk maintenance

If you notice areas in our community that need attention, kindly submit a request through our online service request portal.

Brighton Service Request Portal

May 4th to 10th is Emergency Preparedness Week. During this week we encourage residents to take action to ensure they’re prepared in case of an emergency by creating their own 72-Hour Emergency Kit.

Supplies to include are:

Food
A manual can opener
Bottled water – 4 litres per person, per day and backup water purification tablets
First aid kit and any medications
Toilet paper and toiletries
Backup chargers or power banks
Flashlight with extra batteries
Cash in small bill
Candles with matches or a lighter
Whistle
Crank radio
Hand sanitizer
Extra car and house keys

To learn more about how you can be prepared follow Brighton Fire and Rescue on Facebook or visit Northumberland County’s Emergency Preparedness website.

If you are looking to stay in shape, or learn a new sport, be sure to check out the variety of Spring and Summer youth and adult leagues in our community.

Visit our website for a list of clubs and organizations brighton.ca.

It is the perfect time to get outside and enjoy the beautiful parks in Brighton! Whether you're strolling, playing, or simply relaxing, our parks are here for everyone to enjoy. Our Parks and Recreation staff work hard to keep the grounds clean and safe, but we need your help too! Please remember to pick up after yourself, and use the park spaces responsibly.

Reminder! We are looking to expand the offerings and bring more experiences to our community! If you are interested in teaching a class/workshop at the Owen Gibb Community Hall, or if you have a program idea, contact vhallam@brighton.ca.

Brighton Recognizes Sixteen Citizens at Volunteer Recognition Event Thursday Evening

The Municipality of Brighton hosted their annual Volunteer Recognition Event on Thursday, May 1 at the Owen Gibb Community Hall. This event provided an opportunity for council members, staff, and community volunteers to gather, celebrate service, and recognize those who selflessly share their time.

The special occasion honoured sixteen citizens, fifteen of whom received the Spirit of Service Award for their diverse volunteerism in the community, and one recipient was awarded the prestigious Brighton Community Service Excellence Award.

2025 Spirit of Service Award Recipients:

Debbie Bradley
Brian Brose
David Crouch
Mel & Jeremy Dean
Brian Hollingsworth
Rose Massey
Kathy & George McCormack
Richard Robb
Mary Robertson
Des Rodrigues
Erv & June Ulmer
Linda Wallis

Wayne Jefferson was the recipient of the Brighton Community Service Excellence Award for his unwavering dedication to the Brighton community. Since moving to Brighton, Wayne has become involved in many organizations in our community, including the Brighton Garden Club, where he is often seen pulling weeds and planting in many of Brighton’s gardens, and the Brighton Downtown Business Improvement Area, where he serves as the board’s treasurer. Wayne has spent countless hours beautifying the downtown core and ensuring Brighton is a pleasant place to visit year-round.

“Wayne Jefferson is the embodiment of selfless service and dedication to our community.” said Mayor Brian Ostrander. “His tireless work with the Downtown Business Improvement Area, from organizing Light Up Brighton during the Christmas season to ensuring our downtown blooms with beautiful flowers, reflects his commitment to enhancing the vibrancy of our town. Wayne prefers to work quietly in the background, organizing things for the community and I know he’s been caught weeding the cracks in the sidewalk. His impact is profoundly felt, and we are incredibly fortunate to have someone of his caliber contributing so much to Brighton.”

The Brighton Community Service Excellence Award honours individuals who have made a significant impact in our municipality and its members. Past recipients include Ralph De Jong, and Craig Kerr.

Get ready to move and groove this summer! The Concerts in the Park series will return in June! 🎤 Check out our exciting line-up of local talent above!

📍 Memorial Park, Downtown Brighton

📅 Wednesdays beginning at 6:30 p.m.

Rain dates are Thursdays at 6:30 p.m.**

Please follow our social media and website for event updates.

The Brighton Accessibility Advisory Committee is pleased to join communities across Canada in recognizing National AccessAbility Week, a week dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of inclusion for people living with disabilities.

The committee invites residents to participate in a series of interactive activities on May 30, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in Downtown Brighton. The activities include navigating businesses, crossing streets, and using accessible public transit to better understand the importance of accessibility in our community.

The Accessibility Advisory Committee is committed to fostering an inclusive community by advocating for people with disabilities and ensuring there is equal access to opportunities in the municipality.

The Rural Advisory Committee is currently conducting a survey to gather feedback from residents living in rural communities. Survey topics include resident satisfaction related to government services, infrastructure, and safety.

If you are a rural resident living in Brighton, we encourage you to complete the survey. We appreciate and value your input. The results collected will help us determine our strengths and identify opportunities for improvement.

Complete the Survey

The Applefest Advisory Committee is excited to announce that applications for the 2025 Vendor Street fair are open!

Apply to be apart of this award-winning festival by completing the application form on the Municipal website. Applications are also available in hard copy format at the Municipal Centre, located at 35 Alice Street in Brighton. The application intake period runs from April 1 to June 2.

If you have any questions related to the application process, please email applefest@brighton.ca.

Applefest Music Applications are now open!

In the last number of years, the Applefest Advisory Committee has received an overwhelming amount of interest from musicians/bands wanting to share their talent with us at Applefest.

In an effort to ensure all interested acts are considered, the Applefest Advisory Committee is moving to an application system and is currently seeking applications from interested musicians/bands for this year's event on Saturday, September 27.

Apply by completing the form on the Municipal website. Applications are also available in hard copy format at the Municipal Centre, located at 35 Alice Street in Brighton. The application intake period runs until June 2.

All completed applications will be evaluated by the Applefest Music Coordinator, and successful applicants will be contacted to further coordinate their appearance at the event.

Applefest Music Applications

Racing returns at Brighton Speedway!

The 2025 season has started at Brighton Speedway and the team is thrilled to welcome fans back to the track!

📆 Saturday evenings

📍 775 County Road 64, Brighton

🎫 Tickets can be purchased online www.brightonspeedway.ca or at the ticket booth.

View the 2025 schedule here.

Enjoy your Sunday at the Market!

The Farmers’ Market in Codrington is now open every Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m!

Discover a variety of local vendors offering produce, homemade items, baked goods, and home decor!

📌 2992 County Rd. 30, Codrington

💻 www.codringtonfarmersmarket.ca

The Little Mermaid is making a splash on stage!🧜‍♀️🌊

Dive into an undersea adventure with East Northumberland Secondary School as they bring this beloved Disney classic to life on stage! Known for their high-caliber musical productions, this is one show you won't want to miss!

Theatre Dates: May 8, May 9, May 10

Time: The play begins at 7:00 p.m.

Matinee: Saturday May 3, at 2:00 p.m.

Tickets: $20 per adult and $10 per children (12 and under)

Tickets are available at these locations:

📍 The Shoe Store, Brighton (Cash Only)

Tickets available to purchase Monday to Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

📍 Bruinix Jewellers, Trenton (Cash Only)

Tickets available to purchase Monday to Friday 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. & Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

📍 ENSS Main Office, Brighton (Cash or Debit)

Tickets available to purchase Monday to Friday 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. & 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

📍 At the Door (cash or debit) on sale 1 hour before show times

💻 Online for KPR Families Only at ➡ kprdsb/schoolcashonline

Brighton Barn Theatre Presents - Jenny's House of Joy 🎭

Join the Brighton Barn Theatre for a delightful comedy about the oldest profession. Jenny runs the best little house of ill-repute in her corner of the old Wild West, but when a tireless young runaway shows up, begging for a job, the girls at Jenny's house don't foresee the new directions their lives will take.

This production promises clever, funny, and touching characters with comic surprises right to the end!

📅 7:30 p.m. evening performances (May 8 & 9)

📅 2:00 p.m. matinee performances (May 10, 11)

📍 Brighton Barn Theatre, 96 Yonge Street

🎟️ Admission is $20. For tickets, please call (613) 475-2144

Below is a list of recent Council and Committee meetings.

April 7 - Council Meeting
April 7 - Special Council Meeting
April 9 - Committee of Adjustment
April 14 - Council Planning Meeting
April 14 - Recreation Facility Advisory Committee
April 16 - Applefest Steering Committee
April 17 - Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Advisory Committee
April 22 - Council Meeting
April 23 - Brighton Public Library Board
April 28 - Special Council Meeting
April 29 - Environmental Sustainability Advisory Committee
May 1 - Homelessness Taskforce
May 5 - Council Meeting
May 5 - Recreation Facility Advisory Committee

Council and Committee meetings are held in the Council Chambers at the Municipal Centre, 35 Alice Street and are open to the public.

Council and Council Planning meetings are streamed live on our YouTube Channel.

Regular Council Meetings: These meetings are held on the first and third Monday of each month.
Planning Council Meetings: These meetings are held on the second Monday of each month.