On October 14, 2020, S&P Global Ratings released its Summary Issuer Credit Rating for the City of Hamilton at ‘AA+’ with a Stable outlook. The City of Hamilton has achieved ‘AA+’ credit rating and stable outlook each year since June 2017 when it received a credit rating upgrade from ‘AA’ to ‘AA+’. The rating of… Read More
Waterdown Dog Park Now Open at Joe Sams Park
The new Waterdown Dog Park at Joe Sams Park is ready to be enjoyed by our furbabies. The Dog Park, which has two separated runs for large and smaller dogs, is located next to the lower parking lot at Joe Sams Park, just north of Waterdown on Centre Road across from St. Thomas the Apostle… Read More
Survey and Public Meetings – Secondary Dwelling Unit Proposed Regulations
Dear Residents, The City is developing new Zoning By-law regulations for residential areas, including Second Dwelling Units (SDU)- staff are asking for feedback on proposed regulations for urban & rural types of SDU’s.A second dwelling unit is a separate and self-contained dwelling unit that is accessory to and located on the same lot as the… Read More
Historic La Salle Plaque
Dear Residents It has been brought to my attention that the Historic La Salle Plaque currently located in La Salle Park is now at risk of being removed and/or relocated. This plaque was donated by the former Wentworth Historical Society of Flamborough sometime in 1923, and has been on display since that date almost 100… Read More
Halloween Weekend Recommendations COVID-19
Dear Residents, I appreciate everyone’s efforts to keep each other safe as we watch the development of COVID-19, especially as we approach the weekend of Halloween. While staff are encouraging residents to stay home, avoid parties/gatherings and celebrate Halloween in different ways this year- please continue to keep each other safe and follow health &… Read More
‘Great news’; Metrolinx investigating Toronto to Waterdown BRT corridor on Dundas Street
40-km corridor would use BRT, HOV and bus infrastructure Mac ChristieFlamborough ReviewMonday, October 19, 2020 A City of Hamilton staff report shows that Metrolinx is investigating the business case for a bus rapid transit (BRT) route on Dundas Street from Waterdown to the Kipling subway station in Toronto. The report, which was provided as information… Read More
Dundas Street Identified As Preferred Option for Bus Rapid Transit (BRT)
Dear Residents, A 40km section of Dundas Street between Waterdown and the Kipling Subway station in Toronto has been identified as a preferred option for a Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) corridor. The BRT route will span Waterdown, Burlington, Oakville, Mississauga and Toronto along Dundas Street/Hwy 5. This project, originally as a GO Bus connection, has… Read More
Flamborough E-NEWS October 2020 Issue #111
Welcome to the October edition of ENEWS. There are important notices and updates to share with you this month, including Virtual Public Meetings for the Waterdown Secondary Plan and the Waterdown Transportation Management Plan, the latest Waterdown Bypass map with updated timelines, Waterdown Memorial Park washroom closures and more. This October, enjoy delicious, local Flamborough… Read More
Waterdown Secondary Plan Virtual Public Meeting – October 15, 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Staff are holding a live virtual public meeting on Thursday October 15, 2020 from 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm to provide an overview presentation of Phase 2 of the Waterdown Secondary Plan, answer questions and present project materials. Feedback will be used to develop the vision for how the Waterdown core should evolve in the… Read More
Waterdown Transportation Management Plan Public Meeting – October 21, 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
There will be a LIVE virtual public meeting on Wednesday, October 21, 2020, from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm to gather feedback from residents on the Waterdown Transportation Management Plan. The project team will provide an overview presentation of the project and answer your questions. Individuals can participate online or by phone. Pre-registration is required and… Read More