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For Immediate Release
In response to recent trends that show an alarming increase in COVID-19 hospitalizations, the Ontario government is temporarily moving the province into a modified version of Step Two of the Roadmap to Reopen. These measures are intended to slow transmission of the virus and prevent hospitals from becoming overwhelmed as the province continues to accelerate its booster dose rollout. As part of the province’s response to the Omicron variant, students will also pivot to remote learning as of January 5, 2022.
As a result of these announcements, all indoor rental facilities and administrative offices in Sydenham at 4432 George Street, and at 2490 Keeley Rd., will remain closed until further notice.
While offices will be closed to foot traffic, the Township will remain open for business and almost all municipal services will continue to be delivered. Public communications via telephone, email, virtual meetings and drop box will remain in place during regular business hours.
In situations where there is no suitable alternative to an in-person meeting or document drop-off, staff will work with residents to setup appointments in order to deliver services.
Service Delivery Reminders
- Property tax and utility bill payments can continue to be made via online banking, credit card, telephone banking, mail, or by leaving a cheque in the drop box located at 4432 George St., in Sydenham. Payments in other departments can be made via cheque.
- During the closure, 2022 Dog Tags can be purchased at one of five local retailers.
- Garbage Bag tags can be purchased by contacting the Public Services Department at 613-376-3027 ext. 4330 or by visiting one of ten (10) local retailers.
- The Frontenac Community Arena will be closed effective January 5, 2022, until at least January 26, 2022, in accordance with the provincial mandate.
- The 2022 Snow Social event scheduled for January 22, 2022, at the Point Park in Sydenham has been cancelled.
- South Frontenac Building Inspectors will adhere the following inspection protocol:
- COVID-19 pre-screening questions will be asked at the time inspections are booked AND again when inspectors arrive on site.
- Inspections within occupied dwellings will not be completed at this time unless the inspection is related to an immediate health and safety concern.
- Inspectors will work with residents to conduct interior inspections virtually where possible.
For the most up to date information on COVID-19, please visit www.kflaph.ca or www.Ontario.ca/coronavirus.
Residents’ cooperation and patience is appreciated during this time as Council and staff continue to navigate these new measures. It is the Township’s goal to continue providing quality services under these challenging circumstances while also keeping residents and staff safe.
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Emily Caird
Executive Assistant & Communications Officer
613-376-3027 ext.2260
communications@southfrontenac.net
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