Oct 17 - Local News, Views & Notices
Plus: Several vacancies open on City Committees; Owen Sound man charged after fleeing scene of collision
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The City of Owen Sound's application period is open for positions on key committees, including Community Services and the Tom Thomson Art Gallery Advisory Committee.
With opportunities for public input shrinking, this is a crucial time to get involved in shaping local governance and advising on important community policies.
Applications are being accepted until November 20, 2024—find out how you can make an impact.
City of Owen Sound Accepting Applications for Committee Positions
The City is accepting applications until Nov 20 for open committee positions, including the Community Services and Tom Thomson Art Gallery Advisory Committees.
Public Notices
This Saturday, October 19th, is the last Household Hazardous Waste Day of 2024, taking place at the Public Works Facility (1900 20th Street East). See details at OwenSound.ca/Waste to know what materials are accepted, complete a form beforehand, and more.
The next City of Owen Sound Council meeting is on Monday, October 21, at 5:30 p.m. in Council Chambers at City Hall, 808 2nd Avenue East.
Open Letter: Provincial Policies Harming Local Daycare Centres & Families
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Carron Standoloft, Managing Director of the Queen of Hearts Nursery Schools, appeals to Ontario's Minister of Education to pause the planned withdrawal of the Provincial Wage Enhancement grant.
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