It's March break and time to chill with the kids. If you're looking for some extra-fun ways to enjoy the week with them, here are a few suggestions, from special activities to tried and true favourites.
There's lots to choose from daily at Heritage Place Shopping Centre, the Owen Sound Library, Grey Roots Museum, the Tom Thomson Art Gallery, and the YMCA. You can also head to The Bowling Alley or check out the spring melt at Inglis Falls or Jones Falls. Looking for a great place to simply let loose, feed the birds, play basketball and enjoy this early spring weather? Head to Harrison Park.
Special family-friendly events this coming weekend include the Polar Bear Dip and Freez'n at the Roxy Theatre. Enjoy the break and read on for details!
The Operations Committee invites you to a Public Meeting on Wednesday March 23, 2016, at City Hall, 808 2nd Avenue East, in the Council Chambers beginning at 5:30 PM.
The meeting will inform residents of the proposed change to on-street parking on 4th Street West between 2nd Avenue East and 2nd Avenue West.
Due to concerns related to the road width and through-access on the street for large emergency vehicles, especially during the winter months when snow has accumulated, a public meeting will be held to receive
The City of Owen Sound has been notified by Southbridge Care Homes that they will not continue with their plans to redevelop the former Courthouse and Jail building.
"After an extensive review of the needs of the Owen Sound area it became clear the Courthouse location was too constrictive and would not accommodate the requirements of an expanded facility," said Southbridge CEO Keith McIntosh. "Southbridge is now pursuing a larger location in Owen Sound which will better suit a more extensive development. Southbridge continues to be committed to Owen Sound and looks forward to working with City Council to bring this project to fruition."
Southbridge explored a number of design options but were ultimately unable to accommodate the space
The City of Owen Sound is pleased to announce the opening of 'The Buff Bistro' at the Julie McArthur Regional Recreation Centre (JMRRC) beginning April 2016.
Council approved the signing of a five-year lease agreement with John Bartley, Terry Bartley, Kimberly Bartley, Mark Bartley and Jacob Bartley, to operate a concession 'The Buff Bistro' as part of the Operating Agreement the City has with the Family Y.
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The following excerpts are from the City of Owen Sound Public Works Division, and there is lots more information, including weather and road links, sidewalk maintenance and frequently asked questions on their website.
On average, Owen Sound receives about 300 centimetres (10 feet) of snow each winter. A major snowfall event can produce an accumulation of 30 to 60 centimetres (12 to 24 inches) of snow.
The primary goal of winter operations is to provide a safe and passable roadway for motorists, and
emergency response vehicles, with due regard for the prevailing conditions.
The City of Owen Sound utilizes the following equipment to maintain 280 (lane) kilometres of roadway, 100
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