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Road Closure — Notre Dame Street at Lapalme Street

Posted on Monday, February 07, 2022 04:29 PM

Please take note of the following road closure:

  • When: Wednesday, February 9, 2022 at 6:00p.m. to Thursday, February 10, 2022 at 7:00a.m.
  • Where: Notre Dame Street at Lapalme Street
  • Why: Water Valve Replacement

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

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COVID-19: Provincial Reopening of Recreational Amenities, January 31, 2022

Posted on Thursday, February 03, 2022 08:42 AM

A reminder as of Monday, January 31, 2022, indoor recreation facilities including the sports dome, arenas, and community centres have reopened following the ease of provincial restrictions. Applicable health measures and requirements still apply.

Town Hall and our satellite offices remain closed to the public until further notice. In-person services are through appointment only. Staff are available by phone and email.

Outdoor rinks are open for the winter season. The recreational trail will remain...

Follow-Up to the Township Building Leased to Brasserie Étienne Brulée

Posted on Thursday, January 27, 2022 12:21 PM

Office of the Mayor — January 27, 2022

Dear Residents,

In my statement on the Sale of the Building Currently Leased to Brasserie Étienne Brûlé on January 25th, 2022, I stated, "even offering to trade the building for a portion of the approximate 100 acres of land owned by the tenant on St-Guillaume Road near our industrial park".

Based on Mr. Ménard's response in the article of Le Droit today, (and after discussion with staff) I realize that I misunderstood what was precisely said between staff and...

Changes to Dog Tags

Posted on Tuesday, January 25, 2022 02:41 PM

Are you a dog owner? The Township of Russell has made changes to the Animal Care and Control By-Law to simplify the dog tag registration and renewal process. As of January 18, 2022, the following changes are in effect:

  • Property owners/homeowners no longer require any action to renew their dog tags. The fee will be added to the yearly property tax bill and remain until the owner informs the Township that the dog is no longer part of that household.
  • Since the renewal fee is already added to their...

Mayor's Statement on the Sale of the Township Building Currently Leased to Brasserie Étienne Brulée

Posted on Tuesday, January 25, 2022 11:07 AM

Office of the Mayor — January 25, 2022

Dear Residents,

I could go into in-depth details regarding the current situation of the Township owned building. However, I will keep my comments relatively short. Contrary to the one-sided article in the Review Newspaper, Township staff have been discussing in good faith with the tenant since the beginning of 2020 the different scenarios that could occur at the end of the December 31, 2020, lease; this is not new. Even though the lease ended, Township...

Waste Collection Cancelled January 17, 2022 Due to Winter Storm

Posted on Monday, January 17, 2022 09:26 AM

There will be no curbside garbage or recycling collection today, Monday, January 17, 2021. Collection will remain as scheduled for the rest of the week. Next Monday, January 24, 2021, two bags of garbage will be allowed to compensate for today’s cancelled collection, with no tag needed for the second bag.

This cancellation is for the safety of residents and collection crews during the major winter storm.

Five positions available on the Russell Namesake Rededication Committee

Posted on Wednesday, January 12, 2022 03:37 PM

After community debate over the Township’s current namesake, Peter Russell, the Township of Russell will be keeping its name but rededicating the honour of the name “Russell” to a new candidate who better represents the community’s ideals. See the Russell Namesake Rededication page for more information about why this initiative started.

Committee member requirements:

  1. Must be 18 years of age or older;
  2. Must be a Canadian Citizen;
  3. Must be a resident of the Township of Russell;
  4. Preferably bilingual...

COVID-19: Town Hall and Municipal Facilities Closed Due to Province’s Omicron Restrictions

Posted on Wednesday, January 05, 2022 11:53 AM

As of Wednesday, January 5, 2022, Town Hall and our satellite offices are closed to the public until further notice. In-person services are through appointment only. Staff are available by phone and email.

Indoor recreation facilities including the sports dome, arenas, and community centres, are closed to the public until further notice.

Outdoor rinks are not yet open for the winter season.

As recreation programs begin at the end of January, registration remains open. Participants who register will...

Mayor's 2021 Christmas Wishes

Posted on Friday, December 24, 2021 11:55 AM

December 22nd, 2021

As we approach Christmas 2021, I want to take a moment to reflect on how lucky we are in Russell Township. All of us can agree that these past 20 or so months have been unprecedented.  Our routines and traditions have been turned upside down, and we needed to adjust accordingly; new work models, new business models, new schooling models, overall new life models, but this has not stopped us!

In Russell Township, we have seen incredible growth, both on the residential and non-residential...

Tree Removal Near Embrun Roundabout

Posted on Tuesday, December 21, 2021 02:05 PM

Starting the week of December 20th, residents may see some tree removal activity on the small municipal lot of greenspace next to the roundabout in Embrun. This is a former section of the recreation trail.

A contractor will perform the work, which includes removing trees and notching stumps, over the next few weeks.

There have been concerns about the decision to have trees and bushes removed from the lot. Due to its prime location next to commercially zoned lands, this 0.8-acre of municipal property...

Township of Russell Appoints Interim CAO

Posted on Tuesday, December 21, 2021 08:43 AM

Richard Godin has been appointed as the interim Chief Administrative Officer for the Township of Russell effective January 5, 2022.

Township of Russell Council appointed the interim CAO at the regular meeting of December 20, 2021 following the imminent departure for retirement of current CAO, Jean Leduc.

Richard Godin has been with the Township of Russell as the Director of Finance/Treasurer for over seven years.

“Council...

Township Launches "Shop" Local Shirt Campaign

Posted on Monday, December 20, 2021 02:01 PM

Buy a shirt to support our local businesses! These shirts are available as a crewneck sweater and a t-shirt.

Show your support for our local businesses by proudly wearing your shirt. If you post on social media, be sure to add the hashtags #MunRussellTwp and #SupportLocal so we can see it!

Costs:

  • Crewneck sweater: $30
  • T-shirt: $20

Order while limited quantities last.

Online Request Form 

Each item is final sale. See below for size chart. Only small and medium sizes left. 

No delivery is offered, items...

Russell Fire Department Awarded Critical Lifesaving Resources from Firehouse Subs

Posted on Wednesday, December 08, 2021 03:30 PM

Press Release
For Immediate Release

Russell, Ontario, December 8, 2021 – The nonprofit has provided more than $1.7 million to hometown heroes to date.

The Russell Fire Department has been named a 2021 grant recipient by Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation of Canada. Russell Township is safer than ever thanks to the Foundation providing important funding in the amount of $10,712.

The grant will be used to purchase a Williams gear dryer and ResQmax line launcher rescue device for the department...

Print Your Waste Collection Calendar

Posted on Monday, December 06, 2021 03:24 PM

Want to know the dates for hazardous waste, leaf and yard waste, and other special collections for 2022? Download the 2022 Waste Collection Calendar on our Garbage and Recycling page or get a printed copy at Town Hall.

Notice of the Passing of a Development Charges By-law

Posted on Wednesday, December 01, 2021 08:41 AM

TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the Township of Russell passed Development Charge By-law No. 2021-114 on the 15th day of November 2021, under Section 2 of the Development Charges Act, 1997.

AND TAKE NOTICE that any person or organization may appeal to the Ontario Land Tribunal under Section 14 of the Act, in respect of the Development Charges By-laws, by filing with the Clerk of the Township of Russell on or before Monday, December 27, 2021, a notice of appeal setting out the objection to the By-laws...

Take-out Delivery App Now Available in the Township of Russell!

Posted on Tuesday, November 30, 2021 08:57 AM

Great news! The Township has collaborated with "Valley Eats" to offer mobile food delivery to your door.

This app is similar to Uber Eats, but serves rural communities like ours.  You can find the free app on Google Play or in the App Store.

The app features participating local restaurants only. Don't see your favorite restaurant on the app? Ask them to register!

If you are a restaurant owner, contact Valley Eats to sign up.

The Township collaborated with Valley...

Enbridge Gas helps Russell Township Fire and Rescue Services Reduce Fire and Carbon Monoxide Deaths

Posted on Tuesday, November 16, 2021 08:50 AM

News Release

Municipality of Russell, November 15, 2021 – Today, Enbridge Gas, the Fire Marshal’s Public Fire Safety Council and Russell Township Fire and Rescue Services announced they are working to improve home safety and bring fire and carbon monoxide-related deaths down to zero.

The Russell and Embrun Fire Departments received 192 combination smoke and carbon monoxide alarms through Safe Community Project Zero–a public education campaign that will provide over 16,600 alarms to residents in 70...

Road Closure - St Andre Road, 109m South of Seguin Street

Posted on Monday, November 15, 2021 11:16 AM

Please take note of the following road closure.

  • When: Monday, November 15, 2021 to November 25, 2021
  • Where: St Andre Road, 166m South of Seguin Street
  • Why: Bridge repair 

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

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Gazebo at Jonathan Pitre Park - Help Support the Township's Grant Application!

Posted on Tuesday, November 09, 2021 08:54 AM

We need your help! Your Township has applied for a grant to add a Gazebo to the Jonathan Pitre Park. A gazebo would be a great place to rest after exercising or for shade while enjoying the park.

To support our grant application, we need the community to share positive stories and comments about the Jonathan Pitre Park project on Commonwell's grant webpage!

Share:

  • a quick story or comment about Jonathan Pitre;
  • a positive comment about the park; or
  • what it means for your community.

Township of Russell Begins Search for Next Chief Administrative Officer

Posted on Thursday, November 04, 2021 09:17 AM

Press Release
For immediate distribution

Embrun, ON, November 4, 2021 — The Township of Russell is looking for the next Chief Administrative Officer (CAO).

The administration began planning the recruitment for a new CAO in September when current CAO Jean Leduc announced his retirement, which is effective as of the end of this year.

“Jean Leduc has been an outstanding...

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