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In 2024, Norfolk County employees raised $36,250 for local charities in 2024 through the “Dress Down Days” initiative, also known as ‘3D Fridays.’  

Norfolk County is now accepting requests for tree planting along County-owned roadways as part of its 2025 Spring Tree Planting program. 

This initiative supports the County’s efforts to preserve and enhance tree canopy coverage by maintaining trees and replacing those removed for maintenance. A limited number of trees are available each year for roadside planting. 

Property owners interested in participating are encouraged to submit a Tree Planting Request to have their property frontage assessed for suitability.

Following several amendments to the proposed 2025 Levy Operating Budget, the Budget Committee has recommended the 2025 Budget at the meeting held on January 15, 2025.

Norfolk County Mayor Amy Martin has been elected Chair of the Western Ontario Wardens’ Caucus (WOWC) for a one-year term, effective immediately. 

Norfolk County is developing a Corporate Communications, Engagement, and Marketing Strategy to enhance the way information is shared, community engagement is conducted, and services and programs are promoted.

Norfolk County is taking steps to make five riverfront parcels of land on the eastern edge of downtown Simcoe, located on Pond Street and Argyle Street, available for redevelopment.

Since issuing a submission of interest in 2021 to explore potential use for these properties, Norfolk County has continued to investigate their future. Based on the results of studies, the County is moving forward with changes to the Official Plan and rezoning, aiming to establish new possibilities and uses for the sites which could help as a catalyst for continued downtown revitalization.

The Delhi Friendship Centre Seniors’ Group has donated $859.15 to the Delhi Sharing Pantry Food Bank. The funds were raised during the Centre’s summer Bazaar and Plant Sale, showcasing the generosity of the community.

As of January 2, 2025, the Norfolk County Cemeteries team will oversee all operations for the Delhi Cemetery. 

Norfolk County is reminding dog owners that 2025 dog licences are now available to be purchased.

Most Norfolk County offices will be closed to the public from Wednesday, December 25, 2024, to Wednesday, January 1, 2025. Offices will reopen on Thursday, January 2, 2025, at 8:30 a.m. 

Norfolk County is inviting residents to help shape the future of Ride Norfolk through the development of a Transit Master Plan, set for completion in early 2025. The plan aims to create a sustainable, efficient transit service that meets the County’s evolving needs. 

Today, Enbridge Gas Inc. (Enbridge Gas) and Norfolk County Fire Department announced they are working together to improve home safety and bring fire and carbon monoxide-related deaths down to zero.

Norfolk County is advising residents enrolled in the Pre-Authorized Payment (PAP) plan for property taxes about potential delays in receiving notification of their updated monthly payment amounts for January 2025.

Although postal service resumes today, Tuesday, December 17, the County cannot guarantee timely delivery of letters traditionally mailed in December.

While Norfolk County is committed to minimizing inconvenience caused by the postal disruption, PAP participants are encouraged to utilize the following resources to remain informed about their tax payments and avoid disruptions.

With cold weather expected, those planning to travel to Port Dover for Friday the 13th on December 13 are urged to exercise caution on the roads.

Norfolk County Archives is pleased to announce the launch of a new online newspaper database, making decades of local history accessible to the public.