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Parks, Recreation & Culture Master Plan Update

The updated Parks, Recreation & Culture Master Plan to guide the City’s decision-making is now nearing completion. 

The City is hosting a drop-in Public Open House on April 24th, 2025 - Come by and have your say!!

This is an opportunity to learn about the plan and its importance on the current and future delivery of parks, recreation and culture infrastructure, programs and services.  You will be able to review the key directions and options for recommendations developed, provide feedback, and ask...

April 4, 2025 - Flood Watch

SNC advises that a Flood Watch Statement is being extended in anticipation of additional snowmelt and rainfall in the upcoming week.
Weather Forecast: Environment Canada is forecasting approximately 35 mm of rainfall over the next week, with up to 20 mm forecasted on Saturday, and the potential for an additional 15 mm of rainfall by next Friday. Daytime temperatures will likely melt remaining snow adding additional runoff to local systems.
Environmental Conditions: The melting of snow and ice in...

NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING REGARDING DEVELOPMENT CHARGES

Take notice that on Wednesday, April 9, 2025, the Council of the City of Clarence-Rockland will hold a public meeting pursuant to The Development Charges Act, 1997, regarding proposed development charge rates and policies that will be applied throughout the City. It is proposed that enactment of a development charges by-law by Council would occur on a date subsequent to the public meeting.

Development charges are levied against new development, and are a primary source of funding for...

Public Works : Significant Weather Event

The City of Clarence-Rockland has declared a significant weather event due to an expected prolonged period of freezing rain. This weather may cause power outages, slippery surfaces, and falling branches due to ice accumulation.

Declaration start time: March 28, 2025, at 7:00 p.m.

Stay safe and take necessary precautions:
• Avoid non-essential travel.
• Be patient: our municipal crews are working hard to maintain the roads and ensure public safety, but conditions may slow down operations.

Stay informed...

Be Prepared – Special Weather Statement in Effect

As you may know, Environment Canada has issued a Special Weather Statement warning of significant ice accretion due to freezing rain. Forecasted conditions include:

• Ice buildup: 5 to 15 mm, with some areas possibly exceeding 20 mm
• Snow and ice pellets: 5 to 15 cm
• Potential impacts: Slippery surfaces, broken tree branches, and utility outages

Are You Prepared?

Make sure your emergency preparedness kit is ready! It should contain everything you and your household need to stay safe and self-sufficient for at...