Ramara welcomes Robin Dunn as Interim CAO

Immediate Release

Ramara/June 25, 2024 – The Township of Ramara has welcomed Robin Dunn as Interim Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) to support Mayor, Council & staff of the Township, during the recruitment of the Township’s next CAO.

“We are fortunate to have a knowledgeable and strong leader like Robin to guide the Township in the recruitment of a new CAO and to provide stability for staff during the leadership transition. Robin's extensive experience in municipal roles, most recently 16 plus...

Media Release -Reminder! Nominations for Ramara's 2024 Volunteer Recognition Award closes on June 28

Ramara/June 20, 2024 - With only eight days left until nominations close, the Ramara Awards Committee wants to remind residents to submit their nomination forms for the Ramara Wall of Fame and the Spirit of Ramara Awards by June 28, 2024, at 4:30 p.m.

The Ramara Wall of Fame award celebrates the talents, values, and contributions of residents within Ramara's boundaries. The Spirit of Ramara Award recognizes and highlights community groups, organizations, or individuals who have significantly...

Notice - Special Council Meeting on June 21

Notice  Special Council Meeting -  Closed Session Friday, June 21st, 2024 at 2:00 p.m.

The Council of the Township of Ramara will be holding a Special Closed Session Council meeting on Friday, June 21st, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. to discuss a litigation matter (adjudication determination Ramara Rd 47) in accordance with section 239(2)(e),(f) of the Municipal Act.  This meeting will be held via Zoom and livestreamed.

Dated this 19th day of June, 2024.

Jennifer Connor, CMO, AOMC

Director of Legislative &...

Media Release - Ramara opens cooling centres due to heat warning

Ramara/June 18, 2024 – Due to the heat warning, the Township of Ramara is opening two cooling centres tomorrow to provide air-conditioned cooling and hydration for public use. The Township encourages anyone—especially those susceptible to extreme heat—to use the cooling centres. The cooling centres will remain open until Friday, June 20, when the heat warning is anticipated to be lifted.

The locations and times of opening for the cooling centres are as follows:

The Simcoe Muskoka District Health...

Committee Highlights - June 13

Lagoon City Parks and Waterways Commission Meeting - June 13, 2024 Infrastructure Updates

• Staff updated the Commission regarding the sufficient power available at the Kiosk for the upcoming Beach Party for Lagoon City residents and their guests. Staff will meet with one of the party organizers on the Commission to schedule a site visit prior to the party.
• The Commission advised that the navigational buoys were in the wrong spots, and staff advised that they would be fixed.

Budget amount and list...