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The second wave of COVID has hit us, with new cases being seen in our community and the surrounding Grey/Bruce area. We expected this possibility as students returned to school and stage 3 of recovery settled in, so now we must respond in the way we know will reduce the spread of the virus. Wearing masks, frequent handwashing, and staying within our limited social bubbles is necessary to protect our most vulnerable folks, our residents and our staff.  
Last weekend,...
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As the summer season slips away displaying more brilliant colours, with the scent of apples in the air and a cool, crisp hint of what’s to come, this was the time to think about the family and community traditions that have always been such a part of the excitement of Fall. There are so many questions still in the air, and with another spike in Covid cases across the province we wonder if we will be trick-or-treating this Halloween, or bringing the extended family together...
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The Municipality of Meaford would like to hear from you as we prepare the 2021 Municipal budget. Please take our survey , and come to the budget engagement session at the Woodford Community Centre at 6:30 p.m. on October 28, 2020.
At their meeting on September 14, Meaford Council provided direction to staff to prepare a draft 2021 budget which includes:
No enhancements to services or staff unless required to mitigate the impacts of COVID-19
A 1% tax levy increase...
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For many – including me – Labour Day has marked the start of a new year – full of the energy the cooler temperatures bring and the excitement of perhaps starting something new.  This has been a short but hectic week with students of all ages heading back to the classroom, some in person and some online. It has certainly been a first week of school like no other, as we adjust to the changes and work out the kinks that come with them. But I hope all parents...
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Meaford Council will be meeting in person once again beginning with the September 14 th Council meeting.
Throughout the COVID-19 Pandemic, Council meetings were held virtually with members streaming in from remote locations. Through the month of August, staff worked on transitioning back to in-person meetings, with proper safety measures in place.
Upcoming council meetings will be moved to the Meaford Hall Opera House, beginning with the meeting on September 14. This...
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