News and Notices

Supplementary tax bills issued in response to MPAC reassessments

Property owners may receive a supplemental tax bill because the Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC)[1] has made a change to your property’s assessment value. This value is what is used to calculate your property taxes. This supplementary tax bill is in response to a Property Assessment Change Notice (PACN) you should have received from MPAC. 

Questions about your reassessment? 

If you disagree with the assessment increase, have questions, or did not receive your PACN, please contact MPAC...

Update: Watermain repair complete in Washago

Watermain repair complete in Washago

UPDATE: The repairs have been completed as scheduled, and Muskoka Street has reopened. 

3386 Muskoka Street to Hamilton Street will be closed on Monday, September 23 from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. for emergency watermain repair. A detour will be available via County Road 169 to Hamilton Street. 

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Public Works. 

Impact to your water supply

This repair should cause little to no impact to your water delivery.

The water can...

Proclamation to designate September 23 to 29, 2024 as Rail Safety Week

WHEREAS Rail Safety Week is to be held across Canada from September 23 to 29, 2024;

WHEREAS 229 railway crossing and trespassing incidents occurred in Canada in 2023 resulting in 66 avoidable fatalities and 39 avoidable serious injuries;

WHEREAS educating and informing the public about rail safety (reminding the public that railway rights-of-way are private property, enhancing public awareness of the dangers associated with highway-rail grade crossings, ensuring pedestrians and motorists are...

Fall Recreation update

As the leaves start to change and the air turns crisp, Severn has a variety of events and programs lined up with something for everyone to enjoy. Whether you're looking to attend community events, get skating, or participate in special Halloween activities, we've got you covered.

Ice surface at the Coldwater Community Centre to be ready for use in early October

The ice surface will be installed and ready for skating at the Coldwater Community Centre (11 Michael Anne Drive) on October 7. If you're...

Section of Uhthoff Trail to be closed from October 24 to 25

Notice details

A portion of the Uhthoff Trail between Heron Drive and Highway 400 in Fesserton will be closed starting Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 a.m. The trail is expected to reopen by 4:00 p.m. on Friday, October 25.

Trail users can detour via County Road 16 at Fesserton Sideroad and cross back over to the Trans Canada Trail using the Pine Street intersection then travelling north-east to Coldwater Road. 

Please use caution around equipment, crew, and when using any detour routes.

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