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Council Highlights: June 2024

Council Highlights for June 2024:

• The Court of Revision was held for the Laird Drain with no appeals received
• A public meeting was held for a OPA and ZBA for 9395 Ipperwash Road to allow the development of a seasonal campground; the applications were approved
• A public meeting was held for a ZBA for 5958 Lakeshore Road to permit a campground; the application was approved
• Council received a presentation on the Stormwater Management Master Plan for Grand Bend
• Stop signs were approved for the...

Ontario Government Announces Funding at Camp Attawandaron

The Ontario government is providing nearly $52,000 to Scouts Canada to help restore the Oak Savanna at Camp Attawandaron, in Lambton Shores. Oak Savanna is a globally rare ecosystem that exists between prairie grassland and oak woodland.

Scots pines, which were planted in the area decades ago, are now known to be invasive and are quickly overtaking the natural oak habitat. This project aims to restore the area to its natural biodiversity, which will include the planting of native trees and shrubs...

Construction Notice: Washington Street North Parking Lot Resurfacing

The Municipality will be undertaking asphalt resurfacing at the Washington Street North parking lot. Construction is expected to commence Tuesday, June 25, 2024 with an anticipated completion date of July 5, 2024.

While crews are working, the parking lot will be closed to the public. Alternatively, parking will be available on adjacent streets during this time.

The schedule is subject to change due to weather conditions or other unforeseen circumstances.

Your patience and understanding during the...

Construction Notice: Legacy Recreation Centre Parking Lot Resurfacing

The Municipality will be undertaking asphalt resurfacing at the Legacy Recreation Centre parking lot. Construction is expected to commence Tuesday, June 25, 2024 with an anticipated completion date of July 5, 2024.

While crews are working, the parking lots will be closed to the public. Alternatively, parking will be available on adjacent streets during this time. The Legacy Recreation Centre will remain open during the parking lot resurfacing, and staff will be on-site to help direct facility...

Heat Warning Across Lambton County

UPDATE (June 19, 2024): With the hot and humid weather expected to continue through Sunday, June 23, an Extended Heat Warning has been issued for Lambton County by the Medical Officer of Health, Dr. Karalyn Dueck.

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With the prediction of hot and humid weather expected for today, June 17, and Tuesday, June 18, Environment and Climate Change Canada has issued a Heat Warning for Lambton County, including the Municipality of Lambton Shores.

Heat warnings are issued when two or more consecutive days...