Based on the current precipitation forecast and watershed conditions, major flooding is not expected. Watercourses will respond quickly due to saturated soils and river levels that are already elevated from last week’s rain and snowmelt. Water levels are again likely to reach or exceed bankfull conditions resulting in ponding and minor flooding in typical low-lying areas.
Technical issues including device failure or malfunction occurred for the Council Meeting on March 20, 2023.
While the Municipality makes every effort to ensure that Live Streaming is available, it takes no responsibility for, and cannot be held liable for technical issues beyond its control.
A recording of the meeting is available on our YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/5Fx_Q6xNpKU
We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused.
“Investments like these from the Ontario Trillium Foundation are valuable because the Township of Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh now has the opportunity to work with local communities and residents to identify priorities as well as targeted goals and actions,” said Lisa Thompson, MPP for Huron-Bruce. “Supporting the development of a strategic plan to guide the municipality’s future developments is very important and I hope everyone appreciates the opportunity they have to engage and participate.”
An Open House has been scheduled for Wednesday, March 15, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. (with remarks to begin at 6:30 p.m.) to review the draft recommendations for the Parks and Recreation Strategic plan that has been prepared over the last 6-months.
Read the February 2023 Council Meeting Monthly Highlights here!
Winter/Spring 2023 Newsletter now available!
R.J. Burnside & Associates Limited was retained by the Townships of Howick, North Huron and Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh to assess current landfill practices and to develop a recycling plan to accommodate the transition of recycling (Blue Box) from municipal collection and processing to Producer Responsibility. The transition is to proceed in accordance with the ‘Blue Box Regulation’ (O.Reg. 391/21) under the ‘Resource Recovery and Circular Economy Act, 2016’.
2023 Benmiller Softball Registration is now open! Children born in 2018 - 2005 are eligible to play in our softball leagues.
Register before Friday, March 31, 2023 to avoid a late fee!
During the summer months the Township of Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh and the Lucknow & District Recreation Department welcome 12 students for seasonal positions.
Now available!
The combination of above-seasonal temperatures and light rain will result in a steady melt of the snowpack left from last week’s blizzard. Runoff generated from the snowmelt and rain will lead to saturated ground conditions and elevate water levels in rivers and streams throughout the watershed.
Now available!
Please be advised that the Township of Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh is declaring a Significant Weather Event in accordance with O Reg 239/2 Minimum Maintenance Standards for Municipal Highways.
All roads owned and maintained by the Township of Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh may receive reduced service due to inclement weather. Winter maintenance shall be performed as it is safe to do so.
Due to road conditions Waste Management has canceled waste and recycling scheduled for Area 2 and abutting lakeshore for today Monday, December 26, 2022. The next collection for this area is scheduled for Monday, January 9, 2023.
Household garbage will be accepted at the Ashfield Landfill located at 36739 Glens Hill Road Dungannon, ON N0M 1R0 on Saturday, December 31, 2022.
Due to inclement weather the Ashfield Landfill located at 36739 Glens Hill Road will be closed on Saturday, December 24, 2022.
Safe results have been received from samples collected in Century Heights. For that reason the Precautionary Boil Water Notice has been lifted.
Safe results have been received from samples collected in the Huron Sands area and cleared by the HPPH. For that reason the Precautionary Boil Water Notice has been lifted.
Read the November 2022 Council Meeting Highlights here!
The Township of Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh is accepting applications for the above positions to fill within the Public Works Department. Reporting directly to the Public Works Superintendent, the position will provide a variety of snow and ice removal maintenance, construction, and repair service to roads equipment and Township property.
The Environmental Assessment Process (EA) for the expansion of the Century Heights Water System is moving forward. The well has been drilled, pump tests have occurred, and the Source Water Protection committee is reviewing the findings.
The Open House style meeting will have some display boards, that are prepared by our Engineers, B.M. Ross & Associates, and a presentation with time for questions and comments after.
For more information visit the Project Page.
Highlights from the Township of Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh Council Meetings in October are now available at https://acwtownship.ca/government/agendas-minutes. Let us know what you think of the Council Meeting Monthly Highlights by commenting below or e-mail info@acwtownship.ca.
The Township of Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh invites applications for the position of member of the Economic Development Committee (EDC).
Members of the EDC have the opportunity to share their knowledge, networks, experience and unique perspective to animate the Township’s vision of ACW as a diverse, thriving and sustainable economy and rural community.
Pursuant to the Development Charges Act 1997, the Council of the Township of Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh has passed a Development Charges By-law. By-law No. 68-2022 passed on Tuesday September 20, 2022, sets out a range of charges to be collected from new residential and non-residential development.
Sealed quotations, clearly marked as to contents will be received until Tuesday, October 11, 2022 at 2:00 p.m. for the rental of municipally owned farmland at various locations for the 2023 to 2026 planting seasons. Full details can be found on the Tenders & RFP page or contact the Township Office.
