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Happy Holidays and Merry Christmas!

Hopefully, over the holiday season, you can enjoy time with friends, family, and the special people in your life. It’s hard to believe how fast this year has flown by. This is especially noticeable now as the days are shorter, and we approach the end of another year. From my family to yours Happy Holidays…

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Council unanimously supports Official Plan and Zoning Bylaw Amendments for Land Use Policies & Regulations regarding Short Term Rentals

On Monday, December 18th Council received and unanimously supported the proposed Official Plan and Zoning Bylaw Amendments for the implementation of Land Use Policies and Regulations regarding Short Term Rentals in the Town of Fort Erie. This included all waterfront properties from west of Point Abino to Kraft Road within the Municipality. The Town of…

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Council will be receiving Report PDS-82-2023 on the Proposed Official Plan (OP) and Zoning Bylaw Amendments (ZBA) for the Implementation of Land Use Policies and Regulations regarding Short Term Rentals (STR)

On Monday December 18th at 6pm Council will be receiving and voting on the Recommendation Report for the Proposed Official Plan and Zoning Bylaw Amendments for the Implementation of Land Use Policies and Regulations regarding Short Term Rentals in the Town of Fort Erie. This will include a discussion and direction about including Waterfront properties…

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72-Hr Preparedness – Partnership with CNP

In an effort to help our community prepare for emergency situations that often include power outages. The Town of Fort Erie has partnered with Canadian Niagara Power Inc. to create a 72-hour emergency kit postcard that will be delivered to Fort Erie homes. This work was done by the Fort Erie Fire Department – Public…

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Remembrance Day Statement 2023

Today, on Remembrance Day we honour the women and men who served, and continue to serve our country, in times of war, conflict, and peace. We pause to remember their brave sacrifices. Today we pay tribute to those who have lost their lives, and those who have been physically or mentally scarred by their service,…

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Council-in-Budget Committee Meeting November 15th

The Municipal Corporation of the Town of Fort ErieCouncil-in-Budget Committee Meeting Agenda Wednesday, November 15, 2023, in Council Chambers, starting at 6:00 p.m. To view the Capital Budget documents once posted click here.

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The Town of Fort Erie calls on Niagara Region to keep the 2023 budget increase at or below inflation

Last budget year, the Region of Niagara approved significant increases to the budget, including a 7.58 percent increase to its operating budget, an 8.5 percent increase to the water and wastewater budget, and a 5.5 percent increase for wastewater management. “I was proud to second the motion by my colleague Councillor George McDermott and it…

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Crystal Beach 5k Run October 7th 2023

The Crystal Beach 5k race is on October 7th and this year will be the 19th Annual 5K run/walk. The race will begin at begin and end at Sneakers on Erie Rd in Crystal Beach. The 5K race begins at 11 a.m., with the 1K Kids Run starting at 10:15 a.m. All registrants will receive a participation medal and a CB5K t-shirt registration and additional…

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Truth and Reconciliation Walk 2023

The Truth and Reconciliation Walk is on Friday, September 29, 2023 The 3rd Annual Truth and Reconciliation Walk from Mather Arch to the Fort Erie Native Friendship Centre will take place on Friday. It is anticipated that there will be approximately 400-500 participants. The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation is Saturday, September 30, 2023.…

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Notice of Public Meeting for the proposed Official Plan and Zoning Bylaw amendments relating to the Town of Fort Erie Short Term Rental land-use study.

NOTICE OF COMPLETE PUBLIC MEETING- Town of Fort Erie Initiated Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments for Short-Term Rentals DATE: Monday, September 11, 2023TIME: 6:00 PMLOCATION: This will be a hybrid meeting. Members of the public may attend the meeting in person in Council Chambers, Town Hall, 1 Municipal Centre Drive, or virtually via Zoom.…