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  • AMO Workshops – Running for Council

    Considering running for Council 2026?

    Whether it’s your first time, or you’re running for re-election – strong communities start with strong local leaders!

    Check out AMO’s new FREE online workshop series - Stronger leaders, Stronger Communities. This workshop series will provide you with the tools you need to lead with purpose, handle conflict, protect your wellbeing, and build genuine community support.

    There are two streams – one for elected officials considering re-election and for first-time candidates exploring a run.

    The series consists of 4 sessions (Nov 2025-Apr 2026), with one workshop per month in the evening from 6:30-8:30pm

    To learn more & register, please visit the AMO website.

  • 2026 Operating Budget

    The draft 2026 Operating Budget is expected to be posted during the 2nd week of December, with Council holding a Special Meeting to consider it on Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 6:30 pm. 

    Submit your comments prior to the document being posted by November 30, 2025 to consultations@bayham.on.ca

  • Dune Restoration Planting Summary - Port Burwell East Beach (East Bio-Swale)

    The dune restoration work completed at the Port Burwell East Beach on November 5, 2025, formed part of the North Shore Resilience Action Plan, which focuses on restoring and enhancing dune systems along the North Shore of Lake Erie. This multi-phase initiative spans from Long Point to Port Glasgow.

    As part of this project, municipal staff worked alongside community volunteers and representatives from the Long Point Biosphere to complete significant restoration planting, including:

    • 200 native beach grass plants
    • 150 little bluestem plants
    • 200 switchgrass plants
    • 7 cottonwood trees
    • 8 cedar trees

    In addition to the plantings, staff installed fencing, with posts and rope to be added as a future boundary marker. The area will be designated with Sensitive Area signage to protect the restoration zone as it establishes.

    Further information about this initiative can be found on the North Shore Resilience website.

  • Hydro One - Vegetation Management Plan

    As part of the Hydro One Vegetation Management Plan, they will be removing hazardous brush and vegetation through the next several months from road allowances and private lands.

    The project is expected to start in the Fall/Winter 2025 – 2026 and could continue into Spring 2026.

    All brush will be removed except the larger trunks, which will have to be removed by the Municipality. 

    Hydro has been advised to remove all branches on the day of clearing and not create piles on the roadside or private property. 

    The blue line in the MAP shows what areas will be completed during this time.

  • Notice of Public Meeting - Minor Variance COA-06/25 Dan Froese Farms Inc.

    Notice of Public Meeting - Minor Variance Application COA-06/25 Dan Froese Farms Inc. - see NOTICE for details

  • TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE - Stewart Road

    Please be advised that Stewart Road will be temporarily closed from Maple Grove Line to Sandytown Rd, on Monday, November 3, 2025, until 3pm, due to a culvert replacement.

    Road will be closed to all Vehicles 250 meters west of Sandytown Road and will be reopen in-time for buses. Access to 8594 Stewart Road from the East - Sandytown Rd.  Access to 8635 Stewart Road from the West - Maple Grove Line

    Please see NOTICE.

  • Notice of Public Meeting - Zoning By-law Amendment ZBA-23/25 Heritage Grown Inc

    Notice of Public Meeting - Zoning By-law Amendment ZBA-23/25 Heritage Grown Inc - see NOTICE for details

  • Carbon Monoxide Awareness Week

    In Ontario, Carbon Monoxide (CO) Awareness Week is the first week of November (November 1–7) and is a reminder of the importance of keeping your home healthy, eco-friendly, and safe. 

    Take a moment this week to learn more about carbon monoxide safety, look for ways to reduce household waste, and practice proper sorting. Keep your home safe, and live sustainably. It’s the perfect time to ensure your home is both secure and environmentally conscious.

    For more information and safety tips, please visit our Fire & Emergency Services page on our website and go to the Carbon Monoxide Awareness Week subpage.

  • Ontario Community Infrastructure Fund (OCIF)

    The Ontario government is investing $469,523 to help renew and rehabilitate critical infrastructure in Bayham. The funding will be delivered in 2026 through the Ontario Community Infrastructure Fund (OCIF).

     “For a smaller municipality like ours, we are very appreciative of the financial assistance of upper levels of government for Bayham capital infrastructure renewal and rehabilitation projects. The OCIF Formula Funding helps supplement the capital tax levy for the municipality”, said Ed Ketchabaw, Mayor of Bayham. “This annual funding has helped the municipality improve its asset management plan funding and lifecycle renewal. Without the annual OCIF Formula Funding, infrastructure projects would fall behind for a rural municipality like Bayham and our infrastructure gap would continue to widen.”

     

    Past Capital OCIF Projects in Bayham

    Year

    Project

    2024

    Stewart Bridge, Tunnel Line Culvert Works, Tollgate Rd and Gravel Works Replacement

    2023

    Tollgate Rd and Pressey Line

    2022

    Tollgate Rd, Pressey Line and James Line

    2021

    Coyle Rd and Bayham Norfolk Rd/Eden Line

    2020

    Van Order Culvert, Best Line, Harmony Acres Line, Sandytown Rd, Ottergate Line, Coyle Rd, Vienna Line, Green Line and Stewart Rd

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