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Road Closure – St-Guillaume at Commercial Development

Work will begin September 5th 2023, on a new Roundabout on St-Guillaume Road at the commercial development (between Route 300 and Notre-Dame Street). This closure is to facilitate construction works for the intersection improvements at St-Guillaume Road and the new commercial development local road.

St-Guillaume Road will be closed Route 300 to Bay Street from September 5th until November 1st 2023. It will be open to local traffic for homes and access to Ultramar with a detour in place via...

Road Closure - Enterprise Road

Please take note of the following road closure.

When: Tuesday, August 22nd 2023, from 7 am to 4 pm
Where: Enterprise Road (Between St-Guillaume Road and Clément Street)
Why: Culvert replacement - No emergency access
  

Detour Information: Please see the map from www.Municipal511.ca for detour information, if any apply.

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Township of Russell Appoints Interim CAO

Richard Godin has been appointed as the interim Chief Administrative Officer for the Township of Russell effective August 19th, 2023.

Township of Russell Council appointed the interim CAO at the special council meeting of August 17th, 2023 following the imminent departure of current CAO, Dan Faughnan.

Richard Godin has been with the Township of Russell as the Director of Corporate Services/Treasurer for over nine years.
“Council is confident that Richard Godin and our Department Heads will...

2023 Paving Projects Underway

We want to inform you that our dedicated crew has started paving projects within our Township. Your safety is our top priority, so we kindly ask for your cooperation during this time.

Please drive carefully and follow these precautions:

• Reduce your speed when approaching construction areas.
• Maintain a safe distance from construction equipment and workers.
• Obey all posted signs and signals.
• Expect temporary changes in traffic patterns.

We greatly appreciate your patience and understanding as we work...

Road Closure - Leclerc Road

Please take note of the following road closure.

When: Tuesday, August 15th 2023, from 4 am to 10 pm
Where: Leclerc Rd from Macdonald Rd to 153m South of Macdonald Rd
Why: Culvert replacement
Detour Information: Please see the map from www.Municipal511.ca for detour information, if any apply.

Detour Information: Please see the map from www.Municipal511.ca for detour information, if any apply.

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Landscaping Now Completed at Snow Disposal Facility

The Township of Russell’s snow disposal facility now includes 400 newly planted trees! This landscaping completes the final stage of our snow disposal facility.

Earlier this spring, the Infrastructure Department also built bird habitats to help protect the barn swallow species and compensate for the removal of some of their previous habitats. The habitats are equipped with nesting cups and protect the birds from weather and predators.

This site, located just past our dog park, includes a snow pad...

Grand Opening of Yahoo Park Splash Pad Addition

On Saturday July 22, 2023 the official inauguration of the Yahoo Park Splash Pad addition was held at 2, Marcel Street in Embrun. Organized by the Embrun Optimist Club, this event brought the community together for a morning filled with laughter, refreshments, and, of course, splashing in the water!

With a total expense of $66,645.27, this project was funded through community effort. The mayor’s contribution from his “selfie with the mayor campaign” brought in $17,727.00, while the Optimist Club...

Road Closure - Craig Street - Phase 4

Work continues on the storm sewer replacement on Craig Street in Russell as we move on to Phase 4, starting July 24, 2023.

• Phase 4: Underground Construction – Craig Street (from Mill St. to Concession St.)
  Craig Street will be closed from Mill Street to MacDougall Street starting July 24, 2023 with a detour in place on Mill Street.

This multi phase project has been planned to avoid road closures as much as possible. Detour information is available on the Municipal 511 website. Detour signs will be...

Notice of Study Commencement

Public Notice - July 19, 2023

Municipal Class Environmental Assessment Study Master Plan Update for Russell Township Water and Wastewater Systems

The Corporation of the Township of Russell (Township) is initiating a Class Environmental Assessment (Class EA)
study to update its 2016 Water and Wastewater Master Plan.

The 2016 Master Plan outlined a 20-year strategy for water and wastewater infrastructure upgrades based on growth forecasted at the time. Since the completion of the 2016 Master Plan, the...

Road Closure - Blais Street

Please take note of the following temporary road closure.

• When: POSTPONED TO Wednesday July 26, 2023 from 7 am to 4 pm
• Where: Blais Street from Castlebeau to Notre-Dame (Lane going West remains open)
• Why: Valve repair
• Detour Information: Notre-Dame to Jeanne D'arc, to Blais

Please see the map from www.Municipal511.ca

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National Drowning Prevention Week 2023

The Lifesaving Society’s National Drowning Prevention Week (NDPW) takes place July 16 to 22, 2023. During this week, we wish to focus community attention on the drowning problem and drowning prevention.

1. Who is at risk – the statistics:

• With over 450 Canadians drowning in preventable water-related incidents annually, drowning is the third leading cause of unintentional death among Canadians under 60+ years of age. Even one drowning is one too many.
• The age groups with the highest risk of...

Meet Me on Main Street - Inside Russell Arena

A reminder that Meet Me on Main Street takes place tomorrow, Thursday July 13th, 2023, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Because of the expected rain, the event will now take place inside the Russell Arena at 1084 Concession Street to stay dry.

This year marks the 125th anniversary of the Police Village of Russell, and with the assistance of the 125th Steering Committee as well as other community groups, the Township of Russell is organizing this event where the community will gather and support local...

Protecting a Turtle Nest During Construction

In the midst of the ongoing Craig Street Storm Drain construction, a surprising discovery was made by the Township staff—a turtle nest. Recognizing the importance of safeguarding these delicate creatures and their future generations, our staff took swift action following instructions received from the Canadian Wildlife Federation (CWF) to ensure the safety of the turtle nest during the nesting season.

Turtle nests are extremely vulnerable to natural predators, and each year, countless nests are...

Road Closure - Route 200 (Eadie to St-Guillaume)

Please take note of the following road closure.

When: July 17, 2023 to August 11, 2023
Where: Route 200 from Eadie Road to St-Guillaume Road
Why: Culvert Replacement – Local traffic only

Detour Information: Eadie Road to Notre-Dame Street, to St-Guillaume Road
Please see the map from www.Municipal511.ca for detour information, if any apply. 

Detour Information: Please see the map from www.Municipal511.ca for detour information, if any apply.

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Craig Street Storm Sewer Replacement - Phase 3

Work continues on the storm sewer replacement on Craig Street in Russell as we move on to Phase 3. Starting today, Friday July 7th, 2023 the intersection of Craig Street and Mill Street is re-opened and the road closure will now be on Craig Street between Mill Street and MacDougall Street with the detour in place on Mills Street. For more information on this project see article on phase 1.

This multi phase project has been planned to avoid road closures as much as possible. Detour information is...

New Positive Ticket for Youth Recipient

We are rewarding youth for good deeds in our community!

Congratulations to Connor who has received a Positive Ticket and a gift card from a local business! This 8-year-old is often helping neighbors by cleaning their properties. What a great way to help!

Our Public Safety and Enforcement officers are issuing "positive tickets" to local youth for helpful actions, behaviour, and acts of kindness. Each “ticket” includes a gift card to a local business as a reward for being a great role model. If you...

Water Ban Lifted - July 1 2023

As of 9:00 a.m. July 1,, 2023, the water ban for Embrun has been lifted. Thank you to our staff who were able to fix the watermain break at the reservoir in record time and to our residents for helping to preserve water during this time.

Emergency Water Ban Notice - Embrun

June 30, 2023

Following a major watermain break at our reservoir, the Township of Russell has implemented water ban until further notice. To ensure we keep enough water in the system for household and firefighting needs, residents are asked to use water only when completely necessary.

The restriction applies to residents of Embrun which are served by the Township of Russell's water distribution system.

During this restriction, all outdoor use of water is suspended and prohibited, including the...

Ontario’s New Blue Box Regulation

Starting July 1, 2023, eligible communities in Ontario will begin transitioning their Blue Box programs to the new extended producer responsibility (EPR) framework under the Blue Box Regulation. During the transition, Stewardship Ontario will continue to administer the program on behalf of stewards, and residents will not see any disruption in the Blue Box services provided by their municipalities.

Why is this change happening?

The Government of Ontario has finalized the Blue Box Regulation under...

Enhancing Efficiency of Storm Pond through Restoration Efforts

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Russell, June 29, 2023 – The Municipality of Russell, in its ongoing commitment to environmental stewardship and public safety, is sharing required steps to maintain the stormwater pond located between Forced Road and Olde Towne Avenue in Russell. The initiative will optimize the efficiency and functionality of the stormwater pond while ensuring it performs at its intended capacity and reduce potential impacts to downstream watercourses (water quality and erosion).