Posted on Friday, April 26, 2024 11:38 AM
Clarington faces a “perfect storm” of development and regulatory pressures
Recent changes to Provincial legislation are challenging Clarington’s efforts to create resilient and sustainable communities, as outlined in a staff report to Council.
As Clarington grows—especially with higher density neighbourhoods—parks and open space in new developments is critical. Yet, Province of Ontario’s Bill 23 reduced parkland dedication for new neighborhoods. Council directed staff to conduct Fiscal Impact...
Posted on Wednesday, March 27, 2024 11:36 AM
Parks, Recreation and Culture Master Plan moves forward
Council received a progress update on the Municipality’s proposed Parks, Recreation and Culture Master Plan.
Clarington engaged with residents to ask them about their priorities for parks, recreation and culture. Residents shared their opinions and recommendations online, at public open houses and in stakeholder focus groups. 3,203 surveys were submitted, representing over 8,000 people across all age groups.
Clarington’s parks, recreation, and culture is viewed...
Posted on Wednesday, February 28, 2024 01:35 PM
Council recognizes Clarington Public Library Board on winning two Ontario awards
Council was proud to congratulate the Clarington Public Library Board on being recognized for its outstanding work in the community at the Ontario Library Association (OLA) Super-Conference on January 25, 2024.
The Board was recognized with the OLA’s Les Fowlie Intellectual Freedom Award, given to individuals and organizations who demonstrate courage in defending the rights of library users to be able to freely access information.
The...
Posted on Wednesday, January 31, 2024 05:20 PM
2023 Mayor’s Golf Classic raises close to $33,000 for Marigold Hospice Care
Council presented proceeds from the 2023 Mayor’s Golf Classic to Marigold Hospice Care to help support construction and development of the site, which is anticipated to start in spring 2024. Members of the Marigold Hospice Care board were in attendance to receive the ceremonial cheque.
This donation is in addition to the $1.25 million in grant funding for the facility that was included in the 2024-27 Budget. The Municipality...
Posted on Friday, December 22, 2023 11:10 AM
Clarington meets Provincial housing targets in 2023
The Municipality has met its 2023 target for new housing starts with 953 units, a report from staff highlighted for Council.
In March 2023, Clarington signed a pledge to support the creation of 13,000 residential units by 2031, as part of the Province’s commitment of 1.5 million new units across Ontario during that period.
By meeting its 2023 target, Clarington is eligible to receive funding from Ontario’s Building Faster Fund (BFF), a new...
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