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Local Fire Ban Lifted in South Frontenac

For Immediate Release                                                     

Please be advised that effective Wednesday, May 6th, 2020, at 8:00 am, the total burning ban has been lifted in the Township of South Frontenac. This means that residents can return to having open air fires including open air cooking fires, camping fires, and approved incinerator or brush pile fires that are in compliance with the regulations set in the Township’s burning Bylaw 2012-68.

Mayor Ron Vandewal spoke to the lifting of the ban, “Spending more time at home during the...

Cancellation of South Frontenac Canada Day Events

For Immediate Release                                                                                   

Given the current uncertainty surrounding coronavirus (COVID-19) and the Province extending the state of emergency, Canada Day planning committees, with support from the Township, have had to make the difficult decision to not proceed with 2020 Canada Day Events.

“With the health and safety of all residents being the priority, and giving consideration to the immense amount of planning that goes into organizing these events, I understand and support this difficult decision by...

CRCA News: Watershed Conditions Statement – Water Safety Issued for Inland Lakes and Streams

Kingston - Cataraqui Conservation has issued a Watershed Conditions Statement – Water Safety today in response to a significant weather system crossing the Province.

Expected rainfall amounts are uncertain, but forecasts are calling for 35-75 mm from this event before it wraps up on May 1, 2020. Higher amounts are possible.

A somewhat drier than average April, so far, has resulted in below average creek flows. The forecasted rainfall is expected to cause significant increases to current levels...

COVID-19 Response: Community Questions

For Immediate Release 

South Frontenac Council wants to ensure that residents feel equipped with the information they need during this difficult time. In an effort to alleviate some of the stress surrounding the pandemic, the Township has set up an online form for submitting your questions to Council. 

Council will make its best effort to answer the most common or pressing questions at its public Council meetings (currently being live audio streamed) and will add questions and answers to our...

Reopening of Some Waste Disposal Sites

For Immediate Release                                                                                   

Beginning May 4th, 2020, the Township will be reopening select landfill sites to the public in support of residents’ waste disposal needs during this uncertain time.

We ask that residents continue to follow Public Health recommendations and use the landfill for critical or essential drop-offs only. For the sake of our frontline staff, please remain at home if you are sick or should be in self-isolation.

The following sites will open the week of May 4th, 2020, and remain open...