Attention: developers applying for building permits!
The core area exemption program will end on December 31, 2009. In addition, individuals applying for building permits have a few months remaining to take advantage of the 2009 development rates, before the new January 1, 2010 rates come into effect.
City of Waterloo Museum
The community is invited to check out our new heritage museum at Conestoga Mall. Currently, museum hours are Wednesday to Friday from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.
Community cash grant applications are now available
Community cash grants are available to groups and organizations who provide recreation, leisure and/or community programs/services that enhance the quality of life for the residents of the City of Waterloo.
Davenport Road Upgrades
We're improving our roads thanks to the Build Canada Fund. Read on to learn more about this road project.
Fire Service Agreements
Last month, there was a tragic fire in Wilmot Township that resulted in the deaths of two people. Under the Fire Protection and Prevention Act, every municipality determines the fire services that are necessary to meet its needs and circumstances. In Ontario, there are three types of agreements that fire departments can enter into to provide assistance to each other when needed. They are mutual aid, automatic aid, and fire protection agreements.
Master Plans Under Review
What's happening with the City's Official Plan Review, the Bechtel Park, Waterloo Park and the Transportation Master Plan.
New Year's Levee
Mayor Brenda Halloran and Council invite you to the 2010 New Year’s Levee on Sunday, Jan. 10, 2010, from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., at RIM Park.
Olympic Torch Relay
The 2010 Olympic Torch Relay is coming to the City of Waterloo this winter – you won’t want to miss out on the festivities that are being planned for Sunday, Dec. 27.
Stormwater Management Funding Proposal
...a new approach to funding an important community service. On Monday, December 14, 2009, during a regularly scheduled Council meeting, Waterloo Council will make a decision with respect to shifting the funding method for stormwater from property taxes to a user rate.
Urban Design Manual
The City of Waterloo is moving forward with a new Urban Design Manual and Guidelines that will have a significant impact on how this community looks and feels in the future.
Waterloo proposes a new noise bylaw
Staff are currently undertaking a thorough review of City noise bylaws with the intention of producing a new, modern, comprehenstive by-law. Staff are looking to the community for input. Please consider completing a noise survey.
Waterloo's statistical profiles have been updated
The profiles contain planning district as well as city wide statistical data. Data for a number of variables such as population, income, labour force, housing and development activity, and immigration are available.
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