News and Notices

Compost and mulch available for purchase at County of Simcoe waste facilities starting May 6

Popular compost and mulch sale returns for 2024

Between May 6 and May 25 the County of Simcoe is again offering its popular compost and mulch sale at all County waste facilities. 

Severn residents can purchase compost for use in gardens to add nutrients, or as top dressing for lawns to help retain moisture. The compost is produced in-house using leaf and yard waste material generated throughout the County of Simcoe's Yard Waste program. Learn more about how the County uses your yard waste to make...

Notice of road work: Brodie Drive and Carlyon Line

About this project

Township of Severn is undertaking asphalt resurfacing and culvert replacements in the area of Brodie Drive and Carlyon Line starting May 6, 2024. This project was awarded to Georgian Paving, a division of Miller Paving Limited. The work is anticipated to be completed by Fall 2024.

The investment of $2.6 million in this infrastructure project will improve the quality of the road for drivers and will also include the addition of new paved shoulders to increase the safety and comfort...

Notice of Public Information Centre on May 29: Servicing Master Plan

Servicing Master Plan overview

Township of Severn is undertaking a Servicing Master Plan (SMP) to evaluate water, wastewater, and stormwater servicing strategies to accommodate growth. The SMP will focus on three primary settlement areas, five rural settlement areas, and two municipal drinking water systems.

The project will include:

• an assessment of existing water, wastewater, and stormwater systems
• evaluation of growth area demands and reserve capacity impact
• provide recommendations on system...

April Recreation, Parks, and Facilities update

About Severn’s Recreation, Parks and Facilities department

Severn has started on an exciting journey to enhance recreational opportunities for our community. We want to transform Severn into a vibrant hub of activity where residents of all ages can engage in quality programs while enjoying our indoor and outdoor spaces.

Staff profile

Stephanie Van Luven joined Severn earlier this year as the department's first Recreation Programmer. With over a decade of experience in recreation, Stephanie brings passion and...

Notice of road closure for Cumberland Road on April 25

Notice of temporary road closure

Cumberland Road (east of Bayou Road to west of Beachview Avenue) will be closed on Thursday, April 25, 2024 from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. for pump station maintenance. 

There will be no through access in the noted area (roadway and sidewalks) during the closure. A detour will be available via Beachview Avenue to Bell Avenue to Bayou Road. 

If you have any questions, please contact our Public Works department. 

Staff contact

Wendy Dewey
Administrative Assistant
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