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 For Immediate Release                                                                                       

Effective February 10th, 2021, the Government of Ontario placed KFL&A Public Health in the Green-Prevent level of its updated COVID-19 Response Framework. This means that South Frontenac and the KFL&A region will no longer be subject to the Stay-at-Home order.

As a result of this announcement, the Township will reopen its office doors to the public in the Village of Sydenham at 4432 George Street and at 2490 Keeley Road, effective Tuesday, February 16th 2021 at 8:00 am.

The following steps are being taken to ensure we all remain safe and that our staff and facilities are prepared for the public’s return:

  • Patrons will be required to wear a mask when entering the building. Should a patron enter our facilities without a mask, they will be asked to leave.
  • Office areas that are open to the public will continue to be sanitized with a special Clorox 360 disinfectant fogging system on a regular schedule.
  • The Township will continue to accept inquiries through its website or by telephone or email in order to minimize risk to customers and employees. The Township encourages the use of these channels whenever possible.
  • Offices are open to the public for typical transactions such as submitting applications, processing payments, and answering standard questions; however, patrons are asked to make an appointment for any inquiries or transactions that will require a greater amount of staff time or attention. This ensures staff availability and preparedness, and prevents longer lineups.
  • When accessing Township offices, customers will be expected to adhere to the following guidelines:
    • Ensure you do not feel ill or exhibit any symptoms related to COVID-19.
    • Follow the posted line queuing protocols & social distancing floor decals.
    • Only one (1) customer can enter at a time, to a maximum of two (2) people per household.
    • Debit or cheques are the preferred form of payment during this time.
    • The drop-box at the front door at 4432 George Street in Sydenham remains available to drop off applications and payments.

At this time, all other Township indoor facilities will remain closed to the public and facility rentals will not be accepted.

Building & Planning Service Delivery Updates

Effective Wednesday, February 10, 2021, all restrictions put in place to limit non-essential construction have been lifted. This means that all types of construction within the Township can resume, subject to issuance of a permit from the building department where required. 

While inspections on all construction can now occur, Building Inspectors will continue following a new inspection protocol due to the COVID-19 pandemic. This includes:

  • Inspectors will not engage in interpersonal contact at sites;
  • Inspectors will resume conducting interior inspections;
  • Prior to attending sites, staff will inquire if any persons on the site or related to the site are exhibiting symptoms associated with COVID-19, have been exposed to a probable case of the virus, or are in self-isolation

For additional inquiries regarding building permits or inspections, please contact the Building Department by phone at 613-376-3027 ext. 2226 or by email at building@southfrontenac.net .

Planning services are unchanged at this time. For inquiries regarding planning matters, please contact staff via phone at 613-376-3027 ext. 2224 or by email at planning@southfrontenac.net

As businesses and workplaces reopen in Ontario over the next few weeks, we must work together to maintain the excellent results this region has achieved in combatting the spread of COVID-19. The Township thanks all residents in advance for following these important guidelines when visiting our offices.

The Township is committed to balancing community needs with the safety of its residents and employees in its approach to the COVID-19 pandemic. For more information regarding the Townships response to COVID-19 please visit www.southfrontenac.net.

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For more information please contact:

Emily Caird
Executive Assistant
communications@southfrontenac.net 

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