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Regional Chair and Durham mayors participate in provincial review of Regional government
Posted on Wednesday, February 27, 2019 02:00 AM
Whitby, Ontario – On Monday, representatives of The Regional Municipality of Durham and our eight local-tier municipalities participated in interviews with the Province of Ontario’s special advisors to the Regional Government Review process.
All nine heads of council welcomed the opportunity to convey our productive and strong track record; working together to serve our residents. Feedback was provided by Regional Chair and Chief Executive Officer John Henry; and mayors Shaun Collier (Ajax), Debbie...
Durham Region’s 2019 Property Tax Supported Business Plans and Budgets to be presented at committee and council
Posted on Tuesday, February 26, 2019 10:45 AM
Whitby, Ontario – The proposed 2019 Property Tax Supported Business Plans and Budgets for The Regional Municipality of Durham will be presented for consideration to the Finance & Administration Committee and Durham Regional Council in the coming weeks.
When: The Finance & Administration Committee is scheduled to meet on Tuesday, March 19 and Wednesday, March 20 (if required).
Subject to approval of the business plans and budgets by the Finance & Administration Committee, they will be presented...
Weight restriction season on Regional roads begins March 1
Posted on Tuesday, February 26, 2019 09:30 AM
Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham, Works Department would like to advise residents that the Region restricts the operation of motor vehicles on designated roads during the spring weight restriction season, as per the Highway Traffic Act. This affects vehicles that are heavier than 5,000 kilograms or five tonnes per axle.
When: March 1 to approximately April 30. The actual end date will be determined following periodic reviews of road and weather conditions towards the end of the...
Durham Region Roundtable on Climate Change is seeking expressions of interest for citizen members
Posted on Wednesday, February 20, 2019 12:00 PM
Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham is now accepting expressions of interest from individuals who wish to be considered for volunteer membership on the Durham Region Roundtable on Climate Change (DRRCC).
When: Expressions of interest must be submitted by March 15, 2019. A decision on the appointments will be made by Durham Regional Council on April 24, 2019.
How: Membership is open to Durham residents with an interest in the Region’s climate change initiatives. Interested individuals...
Construction on Athol Street in downtown Oshawa
Posted on Wednesday, February 20, 2019 02:45 AM
Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham, in partnership with the City of Oshawa, would like to advise residents that a portion of Athol Street in downtown Oshawa will be under construction until August.
When: Work is scheduled to begin March 4 and is expected to be complete by August 2. Unfavourable weather conditions may affect the work schedule.
Where: Athol Street, between Centre Street South and Mary Street in the City of Oshawa, will be reduced to one-way eastbound traffic only....
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