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Municipal Department Update: Director of Operations and Protective Services Discusses Repairs to the Storm Sewer System at Elm Street

Posted on Tuesday, July 20, 2021 03:30 AM

Director of Operations and Protective Services Discusses Repairs to the Storm Sewer System. Watch the July 20 video https://youtu.be/o-kVEImCBzU or review the highlights:

  • Crews are downtown today doing work on the Storm Sewer System by Elm Street and John Street
  • Crews are fixing the outfall pipes that lead to the Muskoka River
  • Outfall pipes are an important part of stormwater management. When rain flows into the sewer system, pipes redirect the water to an “outfall” stream, river or ditch. If the...

Municipal Department Update: Manager of Operations Provides an Update on Area Roads After July 15 Rainfall

Posted on Friday, July 16, 2021 10:30 AM

Manager of Operations provides an update on the rainfall received on July 15 in Huntsville. Road crews are continuing to address road concerns and are working to restore area roads as quickly as possible. Residents who would like to report a road concern are advised to fill out the Questions or Concern Form at huntsville.ca.  

Watch the July 15 video https://youtu.be/ke4jEcB5f-E

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Media Release: Swimming Advisory at Port Sydney Beach

Posted on Friday, July 16, 2021 08:30 AM

(HUNTSVILLE, ON) The Town of Huntsville has been notified by the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit that an advisory has been issued for Port Sydney Beach.

An advisory is a warning to swimmers but it is not a beach closure. During an advisory, a beach is posted with warning signs when the water contains levels of bacteria that indicate there may be an increased risk of developing minor skin, eye, ear, nose and throat infections and stomach disorders. If you choose to swim during an advisory, avoid...

Virtual Flag Raising

Posted on Friday, July 16, 2021 05:00 AM

In recognition and celebration of 2021 Muskoka Pride week July 17 - 25, the Town of Huntsville is pleased to host a virtual Muskoka Pride Flag raising. 

Visit the Muskoka Pride website for more information about Muskoka Pride week.  

Media Release: Huntsville Plans To Strengthen Investigation Efforts for Non-Compliant Short Term Rental Accommodations This Summer

Posted on Friday, June 18, 2021 09:30 AM

(Huntsville, ON) On June 11, Ontario transitioned into Step One of the government's Roadmap to Reopen and Short Term Rental Accommodations (STRA) were permitted to open with specific restrictions.

“The Town of Huntsville would like to remind Short Term Rental owners that the municipality has By-laws to ensure the safe operation of rental properties in our area,” notes Christopher Nagy, Chief Building Official for the Town of Huntsville. “This includes making sure that the property has an adequately...