Municipality of North Grenville joins Communities in Bloom

submitted by Jill Sturdy, Municipality of NG

The Municipality of North Grenville is excited to announce its participation in Communities in Bloom (CIB) Ontario. Communities in Bloom is a non-profit charitable organization that aims to improve the aesthetic appeal of communities and promote friendly competition between Canadian communities to beautify their civic spaces.

Communities in Bloom aims to promote civic pride, environmental responsibility, and beautification through community involvement and the use of green spaces.

“We know so many residents who take pride in their gardens. This program is a wonderful opportunity to amplify our community pride and highlight the beautiful places in which we live, work, play and visit by showcasing our community’s gardens and green spaces,” highlighted Mayor Nancy Peckford.

As part of the program, North Grenville will create a community profile book and host judges on a tour of the community. Anyone who is interested in supporting the Communities in Bloom initiative can contact the Municipality at vision@northgrenville.on.ca or via 613-258-9569 extension 177.

Additionally, residents, businesses, and community groups are invited to participate and submit photos of their gardens to North Grenville’s municipal website. Photos will be featured there and will be used as part of the judging.

“We encourage residents, businesses and community groups to submit photos of their beautiful gardens to display on the municipal website. Not only can gardening provide a natural way to reduce stress, planting flowers and plants can bring joy and happiness to so many of us. Simply put, this program is a wonderful way to showcase North Grenville in Bloom!” added Councillor Debbie Wilson.

2023 Colour of the Year - Purple

Communities in Bloom has chosen purple as the colour of the year due to the “variety of effects on the mind and body, including uplifting spirits, calming the mind, enhancing feelings of spirituality and encouraging imagination and creativity.”

Judging

The judging process is designed to encourage communities to work together to create beautiful, sustainable, and environmentally responsible spaces to enhance the quality of life of their residents.

A team of trained judges will tour the community later this summer and evaluate it based on the following criteria:

- Environmental Action

- Floral Displays

- Heritage Conservation

- Landscaped Areas

- Tidiness

- Urban Forestry & Trails

Based on the evaluation, communities may be awarded ratings from one to five blooms, five blooms being the highest rating. Based on their ranking, communities can move on to the national and international competitions. Communities may also be eligible for special awards based on specific criteria such as sustainability, biodiversity, or community involvement.

For more information and to participate visit www.northgrenville.ca/projects.

Municipal Office Hours

The Municipal office is open to the public Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Visit our events calendar to find out what’s happening in the community: www.northgrenville.ca/events

Sign-up to receive Mayor Peckford’s e-newsletter at: northgrenville.ca/connect.

YARD WASTE COLLECTION WEEKS – SPRING 2023

• Monday, May 15 through Friday, May 19

There is a charge of $1.00 per bag (leaf/yard waste bag tag required.) Residents are invited to take advantage of ALL leaf & yard waste collection weeks. You can purchase Leaf & Yard Waste bag tags at the North Grenville Municipal Centre (business hours) or at Jonsson’s Independent Grocer. Details can be found on the municipal website at www. ngrecycles.ca.

UPCOMING MEETINGS

COUNCIL MEETINGS

Please see the Council agenda for further details on how to participate in Council meetings. All Council meetings will be live streamed on YouTube at: youtube.com/user/NorthGrenville/ featured and on the Municipality’s website at: www.northgrenville.ca/meetings.

To make a deputation in relation to an item on the agenda, please provide your comments no later than two hours prior to the start of the meeting to clerk@northgrenville.on.ca Council agendas are available at: www.northgrenville.ca/meetings.

• Tuesday, June 6, 2023 at 6:30 p.m. (Open Session) – Council Chambers

COMMITTEE MEETINGS

Committees may be meeting in-person or virtually. Please see the Committee agenda for details on how to attend. Agendas can be found on the Municipal website at www.northgrenville.ca/meetings

• Mayor’s Youth Advisory Committee – Wednesday, May 24, 2023 at 4:00 p.m.

• Environmental Action Advisory Committee – Monday, May 29, 2023 at 6:00 p.m.

• Arts and Culture Advisory Committee – Tuesday, May 30, 2023 at 5:00 p.m.

• Community and Economic Development Advisory Committee – Monday, June 4, 2023 at 3:30 p.m.

• Agriculture and Rural Affairs Advisory Committee – Wednesday, June 7, 2023 at 4:15 p.m.

Volunteer And Employment Opportunities

Waste Transfer Station Attendant

The Municipality of North Grenville is seeking to fill the part-time, casual position of Waste Transfer Station Attendant. Interested applicants may submit a cover letter and resume outlining qualifications in confidence to Human Resources by 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday, May 23, 2023. Visit www.northgrenville.ca/careers for details and more information on how to apply.

Benefits and Staffing Officer

The Municipality of North Grenville is seeking to fill the position of Benefits and Staffing Officer in the Client Services Department. Interested applicants may submit a cover letter and resume outlining qualification in confidence to Human Resources by 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday, May 23, 2023. Visit www.northgrenville.ca/careers for details and more information on how to apply.

MAYOR’S ADDRESS

The North Grenville Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the Municipality of North Grenville, is hosting the annual Mayor’s Address on Thursday, May 25 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the North Grenville Municipal Centre. For more details and to register for the event visit www.northgrenville.ca

The Municipality of North Grenville 285 County Rd. 44, PO Box 130 , Kemptville, ON K0G 1J0 Tel: 613-258-9569 Fax: 613-258-9620 general@northgrenville.on.ca www.NorthGrenville.ca

Building: 613-258-9569 x130 Fax: 613-258-1441

Fire Services Info: 613-258-9569 x201

Fax: 613-258-1031

By-Law Services: email: bylawinquiries@northgrenville.on.ca

613-258-9569 x211

Police Administration: 613-258-3441

Animal Control: 613-862-9002