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Huron Shores Area Transit Launches New Library Pass Program

Huron Shores Area Transit (HSAT) has partnered with local libraries to launch a Smart Card Library Pass to provide library cardholders unlimited free rides during a five-day loan period. Participating libraries include Lambton, Huron, North Middlesex, and Kettle & Stony Point FN.

The new Smart Card Library program is designed to encourage residents who have not yet tried the local public transit option and experience the convenient and affordable travel option. The program is planned to be in...

Klondyke Sports Park - Pickleball and Tennis Court Construction

Construction is underway at the Klondyke Sports Park for the installation of six (6) pickleball courts and one (1) tennis court adjacent to the existing washroom facility. The anticipated completion date for the project is July 2024.

During construction, Klondyke Road will be open to two-way traffic at all times, however, there may be intermittent lane disruptions. This work is located within the Park, adjacent to the existing washroom facility, and should largely be separated and have minimal...

Flags at half-mast: The Right Honourable Brian Mulroney

The flags at all Municipal facilities have been lowered to half-mast in honour of The Right Honourable Brian Mulroney P.C. C.C. G.O.Q., 18th Prime Minister of Canada, who passed away on February 29, 2024.

Mr. Mulroney served the citizens of Canada as Prime Minister from 1984-1993. Our thoughts are with his family and loved ones.

A date for the funeral and/or memorial service has not yet been determined.

Council Highlights: February 2024

Council Highlights from February:

• Council awarded the tender for construction of pickleball and tennis courts at Klondyke Sports Park to All Season Excavating for $ 573,887.45
• Dredging operations at Port Franks Marina were discussed and Council approved a special dredging charge for all slips at the marina
• A site plan agreement with Gold Leaf Properties for 5 Argyle Street was approved
• Applications to the Community Vibrancy Fund – Large Projects were approved for Arkona Lions and Royal Canadian...

Thedford Water Booster Station Rehabilitation

The Municipality of Lambton Shores is undertaking a construction project in Thedford. The project involves rehabilitation to both the water booster station building and underground reservoirs that also includes surface restoration alterations.

The project is expected to begin in January with an anticipated completion date of October 2024. Staff do not anticipate any major disruptions to service during the project for those in the area. Whenever possible, any disruptions will be communicated in...