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Included in this newsletter...
- Major Project Updates
- News and Notices
- Community Events
- Business Resources
- Council Highlights and Committee Meeting Updates
- What's on the Agenda
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π· Crews working on site at the Lakeshore Road / Greenway Circle Drainage Improvement Project | |
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Progress is well underway for the Lakeshore Road / Greenway Circle Drainage Improvement project. The outlet swale between Lakecrest and Greenway Circles is now complete. The wide stormwater outlet ditch and maintenance road will be easier to maintain and permit Public Works staff to access and maintain the outlet at Lake Ontario.
In the spring, a grass seed mixture will be spread over the swale to be left in a natural state.
ο»ΏTim Donaldson Excavation is now installing stormwater pipes along Lakeshore Road to capture as much stormwater into this improved outlet. Piping is necessary due to steep slopes created by ditching the road for both safety and stability purposes.
Work is anticipated to be completed by November 15, 2024.
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Municipality of Brighton Transportation Master Plan
Notice of Public Information Centre #2 (2nd Round)
The Municipality of Brighton is hosting the second round of the second Public Information Centre in a new location, to encourage all residents of Brighton to attend and participate.
Join us...
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Wednesday, November 27, 2024 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
π Codrington Community Centre, 2992 County Rd 30, Codrington.
ο»ΏThe Public Information Centre #2 (2nd round) will present the proposed improvement alternatives identified in the study and the preferred solutions.
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Holiday Office Closure
The Municipality of Brighton Offices will be closed over the holidays from 12:00 p.m. on December 24, 2024 until 8:30 a.m. during January 2nd, 2025.
During the closure, Bag Tags can be purchased online here or,
in-person at locations listed here.
Our Public Works and Environmental Services Teams will remain on-call during the closure and can be reached in the event of an EMERGENCY using our After Hours contacts which can be found on our website here.
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Leaf and Yard Waste Pick Up for Brighton Residents
Fall is here, and so is the fall leaf and yard waste collection. 2024 collection dates for each area are:
Area 4: Monday, November 25
Area 1: Monday, December 2
Please remember, bags must be:
- Less than 20kgs (44lbs)
- Rolled at the top
- Curbside by 7 a.m. on your collection date
- Brush and branches are not collected
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Winter Parking Reminder
Residents are reminded winter parking restrictions are in effect until April 1, 2025 from 12:00 a.m. to 7:00 a.m. There will be no parking on all roadways, streets and shoulders of the road between those times. Thank you for your cooperation.
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Book Your Family Holiday Skate at the King Edward Park Arena
Skating rentals are available throughout the holiday season. For more information or to reserve ice time, please contact our Parks and Recreation Department.
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Shop Local, Shop Brighton This Season
As we welcome in the holiday shopping season, we are encouraging our residents to support local by shopping at the many stores, boutiques, and restaurants that Brighton has to offer. Brighton is home to many unique, one of a kind shops and restaurants that are waiting to be explored.
Visit our Shop in Brighton page for more information on local businesses in Brighton and Codrington.
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Ice Programming Schedule at King Edward Park βΈ
The winter months are full of ice programming! Grab your skates, family and friends and head to King Edward Park Arena.
Parent & Tot Skating
Dates: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10:30am to 11:20am
Location: King Edward Park Arena, 75 Elizabeth Street
Details: For children 6 and under, $2.00 per adult and the child skates for free
Adult Skate
Dates: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 12:00pm to 12:50pm
Location: King Edward Park Arena, 75 Elizabeth Street
Details: $2.00 per person
Senior Skate
Dates: Wednesdays, 1:30pm to 2:50pm
Location: King Edward Park Arena, 75 Elizabeth Street
Details: $2.00 per person
Public Skating
Dates: Wednesdays, 3:00pm to 4:20pm & Fridays 7:00pm to 8:20pm
Location: King Edward Park Arena, 75 Elizabeth Street
Details: $3.00 per person
Adult Pickup Shinny Hockey
Dates: Fridays, 1:00pm to 2:00pm
Location: King Edward Park Arena, 75 Elizabeth Street
Details: $10.00 per person (No charge for goalies)
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Food Bank Donation Drop-Off at Municipal Centre π₯«
The Municipality of Brighton is currently collecting donations for the Brighton Fare Share Food Bank at our 35 Alice Street office.
Items that are currently in need include:
- Peanut Butter
- Apple Juice
- Canned Fruit
- Soup
- Canned Veggies
- Canned Meat (no tuna please)
- Deodorant
- Bars of soap
If you are interested in donating, donations can be dropped off at either of these locations until January 2, 2025:
π Brighton Municipal Office, 35 Alice Street, Brighton
π¦ Donations can be dropped off to the large cardboard box in the Municipal Centre Lobby between the Finance and Clerks Department
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Monday to Friday between 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
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π Brighton Fare Share Food Bank, 39a Elizabeth Street, Brighton
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Monday and Wednesdays between 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
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The Municipality of Brighton encourages resident involvement through a variety of advisory committees and local boards advise to make recommendations to Council.
The Municipality is currently seeking individuals who are connected to the community, have strong communication skills and, and have the ability to collaborate amongst a team.
To be eligible to participate as a board member, applicants must be:
a Municipality of Brighton resident, be over the age of 18, and/or a property owner, and cannot be employed by the municipality or a local committee.
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Health Services Advisory Committee
The Municipality is currently seeking one (1) public member to join the Health Services Advisory Committee.
This committee advises Council on attracting and retaining health services and providers in Brighton by sharing ideas from the community and making suggestions about health needs.
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Heritage Advisory Committee
The Municipality of Brighton is currently seeking one (1) public member to join the Heritage Advisory Committee.
This committee advises Council on preserving, celebrating, and raising awareness of Brighton's cultural heritage for the community's social, cultural, and economic benefit.
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Applefest Steering Committee
The Municipality is currently seeking two (2) public members to join the Applefest Steering Committee.
This committee is tasked by Council to plan, organize, and promote the Annual Applefest event with a goal to create a fun, high-quality event that builds community spirit and brings people together.
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Recreational Facility Advisory Committee
The Municipality is currently seeking three (3) public members to join the Recreational Facility Advisory Committee.
This committee provides support, guidance, and strategic advice to Municipal staff and Council on the development of a new Multi-Use Recreation Complex for the Municipality of Brighton. Its goal is to ensure the Municipality's plan is achievable, and feasible to implement.
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Countdown to Christmas Magicπ
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There are only a few days until the magic hits the streets of Brighton!
Join us for an evening of holiday cheer at the Brighton Santa Claus parade...
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Listen to a variety of local bands playing your favourite Christmas classics and watch the magical floats built by local businesses, organizations, and service clubs.
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Friday, November 15, 2024
β° Beginning at 7:00 p.m.
π Downtown Brighton
The parade will start at the intersection of Alice and Dundas Street, make its way up Main Street, turn onto Maplewood Avenue through to Chapel Street, make a left onto Prince Edward Street, down Elizabeth Street (Highway 2) and returning to the Dundas Street and Terry Fox Drive intersection.
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Light Up Brighton!
Head Downtown ahead of the Santa Claus Parade this Friday for the annual Light Up Brighton celebration in Memorial Park!
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Friday, November 15 beginning at 6:00 p.m.
π Memorial Park, Downtown Brighton
Join in the festivities...
- Happy Harmony Choir will be serenading us with sounds of the season,
- Smithfield Public School will be serving hot chocolate and treats for a monetary donation towards their playground project and,
- Memorial Park will officially be lit up for the season!
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Here Comes the CPKC Holiday Train π
The CPKC Holiday Train is back and will make a stop in Brighton on November 29 along its cross-country journey! This years stop will feature a performance by Tyler Shaw and Shawnee Kish.
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Friday, November 29, 2024 from 11:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.
πCP railway crossing on Prince Edward Street
A full schedule and details on this years Holiday Train and Holiday Express train can be found here.
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Starter Company Plus+ Applications Now Open
Are you a Northumberland County entrepreneur who is looking to expand your business and have been in operation for more than 6 months?
The Starter Company Growth Program offers businesses growth development, training, advice, and mentoring. Eligible approved applicants could receive a grant of up to $3,500.
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Grant application deadline is Friday, November 22, 2024
For eligibility requirements and the application process click here.
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Film and Television Professionals Meet Up π½οΈ
The Bay of Quinte Film Office is hosting a second meet up for local professionals working in the film & television sector.
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Wednesday November 20, 2024
β° 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
π Loyalist College Shark Tank Pub (376 Wallbridge Loyalist Road, Belleville)
Launched to increase film, television and other creative activity in the Quinte region, the Bay of Quinte Film Office invites professionals in these fields to attend this FREE networking event.
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π· Mike Gaudaur, Quinte Photo Studios | |
Brighton Brings Home Business Achievement Awards π
We're sending out a BIG congratulations to the Brighton businesses who were honoured at the Quinte Business Achievement Awards on Friday October 25! Your dedication to your businesses and the community make Brighton, and the Bay of Quinte region, a great place to live, work and play.
We're also sending a special congratulations to the Brighton businesses who were celebrated as being the best in their category. Congratulations to the Brighton businesses who were recognized as...
πAgricultural Business of the Year - Cheer Farms
πBusiness Excellence Award - McDougall Insurance & Financial
β Trades & Construction Business of the Year-Luke Joseph Carpentry Inc.
πNew Business of the Year - Mike and Lori's Garden
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Sprucing up the Trails π³
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In October, members of The Rotary Club of Brighton and Municipal Parks & Recreation staff gathered to plant trees along walking trails in Brighton. A total of 85 trees were planted near Orchard Gate, the Brighton Health Services Centre, and the trail at the Codrington Community Centre.
The Brighton Rotary's tree planting initiative in Brighton is just a small piece of the larger Northumberland 500 Trees Project being collaboratively spearheaded by Rotary Clubs across Northumberland in an effort to combat climate change in our communities.
To learn more about the project, check out the Rotary Club's website.
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Council highlights: read summaries of recent Council meetings.
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The Municipality of Brighton has a variety of committees that are working constantly to serve you better. Below is a list of all recent meetings.
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- November 18 - Council Meeting
- November 22 - Police Services Board
- December 2 - Council Meeting
- December 4 - Rural Advisory Committee
- December 5 - Economic Development Committee
- December 9 - Council Planning Meeting
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