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Whitby Council Approves 0.55% increase as 2021 Budget Target

Posted on Tuesday, January 19, 2021 03:32 AM

Protecting and maintaining essential service delivery through the pandemic.

Last night, Whitby continued its 2021 budget planning process with its budget target report. In recognition of the significant financial impact the pandemic has had on many residents and local businesses, Whitby Town Council approved a budget target of 0.55 per cent increase (or $2.57 per month for the average residential property*) on the total residential bill for Town services. This is a one-time measure that prioritizes...

Ontario Issues Stay-at-home Order and Declares Second Provincial Emergency

Posted on Tuesday, January 12, 2021 10:22 AM

Today, Tuesday, January 12, the Ontario government announced a stay-at-home order and declared a second state of emergency for the province, in addition to further restrictions and enforcement under the current province-wide lockdown.

The stay-at-home order is effective as of this Thursday, January 14 at 12:01 a.m. The state of emergency is effective immediately and will be re-evaluated by the Province in 14 days.

Here's what you need to know now:

Stay home

Residents must limit close contact to those...

Construction Project Updates January

Posted on Tuesday, January 05, 2021 07:38 AM

Town of Whitby Projects

Projects: 2021 Projects in tendering stage.

Region of Durham Whitby Projects

Projects: 2021 Projects in tendering stage.

Ministry of Transportation Projects

Brock Street Bridge Replacement and Highway 401 Improvements

Work will continue on this multi-year construction project. The Ministry of Transportation (MTO) has advised two lanes of traffic in each direction will be maintained on Brock Street during peak periods throughout the majority of the project and the road will...

Collection of Natural Christmas Trees Begins January 4

Posted on Tuesday, December 22, 2020 09:31 AM

Natural Christmas trees will be collected in Whitby after the holiday season on your regular garbage collection day from January 4 through to January 15.

In blue collection areas, trees will be collected between January 4 and 9. In yellow collection areas, trees will be collected from January 11 to 15.

To confirm your collection day, check the waste collection calendar or download the Whitby Waste Buddy app.

Preparation Tips for Collection

Remove plastic bags from trees
Remember the...

Statement from Mayor Don Mitchell on Celebrating the Holidays Safely This Year

Posted on Monday, December 21, 2020 09:14 AM

In light of the upcoming Christmas holidays and today’s announcement by the Ontario government, Mayor Mitchell is urging residents to continue to follow recommended public health measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19.

The following statement is being issued on behalf of Mayor Mitchell:

“The best gift you can give this year is to follow public health measures: stay home. Stay 2 metres apart when possible. If you cannot distance – wear a mask. Practice good hand hygiene. Avoid travelling and visiting...

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