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Rural Transit Survey

The City of Kingston, in partnership with the Township of South Frontenac, Town of Gananoque, and Loyalist Township is undertaking a Rural Commuter Transit Study to examine possible public transit solutions for area residents, workers, students, and visitors. To help with the study, we are asking all South Frontenac residents to take a short survey by February 15, 2023, whether you would use any kind of transit service or not. Look for the survey link on the news post on our website or scan the QR code below to take the survey.

Apply for a 2023 Community Grant

Applications for the Community Project Grant Program are now being accepted. Not for profit community organizations including charitable organizations and unincorporated groups who meet the project guidelines can apply until March 31, 2023. For more information see www.southfrontenac.net/grants/.

Budget Survey Results

Thanks to everyone who took our budget survey. 589 people took the survey. 77.9% preferred a reasonable increase to property taxes to maintain or enhance services. You can find a summary of the results on our public engagement site, engagefrontenac.ca/2023-south-frontenac-budget.

Roads Study

In 2022, the Township hired WSP/Golder, an engineering firm to do a comprehensive roads needs study. The study assessed the state of the municipal-owned roads in the Township. Overall, the Township’s network average ratings for hard surfaced roads were “Good” due to our ongoing pavement preservation and maintenance programs, and “Fair” for gravel roads. You can find a summary of the key findings, an A-Z list of roads and their conditions and the full report at engagefrontenac.ca/roads-study. The study provides accurate data to help Council make informed decisions when deciding which roads to prioritize for road work in the short-term and long-term.

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Family Day in South Frontenac

Things To Do

Join us at the Frontenac Community Arena on Monday, February 20 from 11 am – 3 pm for our Family Day in South Frontenac community event. There will be snowtubing and other snow activities, free skating and more. Volunteers needed. For more information email recsupport@southfrontenac.net.

Storrington Centre Reopening Celebration

Members of the public are invited to join us for the reopening of the newly renovated Storrington Centre, 3910 Battersea Road on Thursday, February 23 at 12 noon. Light refreshments will be served.

Community Recreation & Leisure Services Fair

South Frontenac service clubs, sport leagues, teams, and community associations are invited to participate in the upcoming Community Recreation & Leisure Services Fair on March 25 at the Storrington Centre in Sunbury. The fair is free and will be from 10 am – 2 pm. Space is limited, so be sure to RSVP by March 1. For more information and to save your spot, email recsupport@southfrontenac.net or call 613-453-6846.

2023 Swim & Day Camp Registration

Our Swim & Camp program is a place where children and youth belong, grow, thrive, and lead. Children ages 4 - 12 are welcome to join our enthusiastic, energetic, caring staff members in a safe environment that encourages children to realize their potential and follow their dreams. Our camps are hosted at The Point in Sydenham and Gilmour’s Point in Battersea in July and August. Registration will be open online on March 20, 2023. See our website for more information.

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Job Opportunities

• Summer Students: Are you a student looking for a summer job that is rewarding and local in your community? We’re hiring for a number of positions. Closing date is February 17

• Operations Technologist: Competition #23-06-PS. Closing date is February 20

• Facilities Technologist: Competition #23-06-PS. Closing date is February 20

For details on all current open positions including salary and job descriptions, see www.southfrontenac.net/careers/.

Planning Applications & Public Meetings

Council and the Committee of Adjustment hold regular public meetings to review planning applications and to invite public input. Please see our website under Open for Business/Current Planning Applications for a list of applications that are scheduled for a public meeting or in the public review period.

Upcoming Meetings

Here is a list of upcoming Council and Committee of the Whole meetings:

• February 14, 2023 – Committee of the Whole – 7 pm

• February 16, 2023 – Committee of the Whole

• February 21, 2023

How to Participate

9 am

Council

7 pm

Public meetings take place on Zoom (computer and telephone) and are streamed live on our Facebook page @SouthFrontenacTwp. Go to the Events Calendar on our website for the link to register. If you want to attend the meeting in person, please email jthompson@southfrontenac.net before noon on the day of the meeting to confirm if space is available.