NEWS RELEASE
TOWNSHIP OF SPRINGWATER
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The Township of Springwater is taking precautions to help protect our vulnerable residents. Following a meeting of the Emergency Management Team, the Township has made the difficult decision to cancel all programming and close some facilities, effective Friday, March 13 at 12 midnight. The closures and cancellations will remain in effect until further notice.
The following programs and facilities are impacted:
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Service/Facility
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Impact
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Action
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Elmvale Arena
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Closed – All programming and rentals are cancelled
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Full refunds will be issued.
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Community Halls / Community Hall Rentals
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Closed – All programming and rentals are cancelled
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Full refunds will be issued.
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Springwater Library
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Closed – All programming and rentals are cancelled
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Full refunds will be issued.
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Township Administration Centre
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Open
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All guests are asked to use self-screening practices or conduct their business online through our website.
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Minesing Fire Station
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Open
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All guests are asked to use self-screening practices or conduct their business online through our website.
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March Break Camps
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Cancelled
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Full refunds will be issued.
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Fitness Programs
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Cancelled
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Pro-rated refunds will be issued.
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Backyard Chickens Public Meeting
March 30
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Postponed
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Notice for a rescheduled date will be issued.
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Capital Plan Open House
April 8
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Cancelled
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No plans to reschedule.
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Skilled Trades Expo
May 14
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Cancelled
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No plans to reschedule.
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Council Meetings
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Proceeding as scheduled
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All guests are asked to use self-screening practices or view the live stream online at springwater.ca/live
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Committee of Adjustment
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Proceeding as scheduled
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All guests are asked to use self-screening practices.
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Advisory Committees of Council:
· Heritage
· Agricultural
· Planning and Development
· Recreation
· Cultural Activities
· Grants
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Cancelled
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Notice will be posted when meetings resume.
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This is a fluid situation and the Township will continue to communicate with our residents regarding COVID-19. Please visit the Township website springwater.ca for any information related to municipal services.
For more information on the state of COVID-19 in our area, please contact the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit at 705-721-7520 or 1-877-721-752 or visit their website at simcoemuskokahealth.org.
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