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On April 7, 2025, the General Government Committee of Clarington convened to discuss proposed amendments to the Municipal Wide Development Charge (MCWDC) and Community Benefits Charge (CBC) By-law. Jackie Hall, representing Hemson Consulting, presented the 2025 Development Charge Study and Community Benefits Charge Strategy to the committee. Hall's
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The Clarington General Government Committee has sanctioned the use of the former Tourism Office at 181 Liberty Street South as a Winter Warming Centre. The facility will be operated by The Regional Municipality of Durham during the 2025-2026 winter season, from November to April, on a nominal lease agreement. The
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On April 7, 2025, the General Government Committee in Clarington convened to discuss updates on the 2025 Development Charges Study and Community Benefits Charges Strategy. Jackie Hall from Hemson Consulting led the presentation, detailing various aspects of the development focused strategy, including compliance with statutory exemptions under the Development Charges
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On March 3, 2025, an update regarding the Darlington Nuclear Generating Station was presented to the General Government Committee by Steve Gregoris, who serves as the Chief Nuclear Officer at Ontario Power Generation (OPG). According to Gregoris, the station's power reactor operating license has been renewed for a
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On March 3, 2025, the Clarington General Government Committee discussed a plan to install a cellular tower at the Tyrone Community Centre. This installation aims to enhance cellular service in the area, as outlined in Report CAO-005-25. Members of the Tyrone community have expressed substantial opposition to this proposal. At
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An upcoming fundraiser, the Marigold Hospice Care Hike and Bike event, is planned for September 21, 2025. It will be held on 2 acres of municipally owned land south of the Marigold Hospice Care facility at 1785 Cobbledick Road. The General Government Committee of Clarington approved the use of this
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The Darlington Nuclear Generating Station, a key facility near Clarington, Ontario, recently received an update on its operations from Ontario Power Generation (OPG). Steve Gregoris, Chief Nuclear Officer of OPG, presented details during a local government committee meeting. Among the highlights was the renewal of the station's operating
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The search for a suitable location for an off-leash dog park in North Bowmanville continues as addressed in the latest General Government Committee meeting. The decision for this project was part of the 2021 capital budget, highlighting the ongoing efforts by the city to locate viable municipal land for the
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Marigold Hospice Care will host a Hike or Bike fundraiser on municipally owned lands, scheduled for Sunday, September 21, 2025. The event venue is located immediately south of Marigold Hospice Care at 1785 Cobbledick Road. The Clarington General Government Committee has permitted the use of the municipally owned lands for
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On March 3, 2025, the General Government Committee in Clarington convened to address trade disputes and explore economic opportunities. The committee deliberated on actions aimed at supporting Canadian businesses. Members of the Clarington Council directed municipal staff to collaborate with counterparts from other municipalities to identify support strategies for Canadian
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The Clarington Council is currently evaluating potential sites for a new dog park in North Bowmanville, following objections raised by local conservation group Valleys 2000. The issue was a key topic during the General Government Committee meeting on March 3, 2025. A report identified that municipally owned lands have not
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During the General Government Committee meeting on February 3, 2025, the Samuel Wilmot Nature Area Management Advisory Committee (SWNAMAC) provided an annual update on their activities. This presentation was delivered by Chair Kate Potter and Vice-Chair Thomas Hossie. SWNAMAC outlined their mandate to manage the Samuel Wilmot Nature Area in