Does your organization have a great idea for a project to increase well-being and build community in Middlesex Centre?

Check-out the Council Grants Program to see if you are eligible for funding support. Grants of up to $5,000 are available. You may also apply for in-kind donation grants, such as the use of municipal parks and facilities.

Applications are due by November 30.

Remember there is no parking on municipal roads between 2:00 am and 7:00 am. This is particularly important in the winter to allow for snow clearing.

Also, remember to bring in your basketball and hockey nets from the edge of road, and out of the way of snow plows.

Middlesex Centre has a well-equipped, 24/7 winter response team that maintains roadways and sidewalks.

After a snowfall event ends, it can take 8 to 12 hours to clear priority roads, and 24 hours to clear all municipal roads. A larger or continuous snowfall event may extend the time necessary to clear snow from local streets and cul-de-sacs.

Sidewalks are cleared after more than 5 cm of snow accumulates. Sidewalk clearing is generally completed within 24 to 48 hours after the end of the storm.

You can learn more about winter roads maintenance and what you can do to help out after a snowfall event on the municipal website.

Council received information on the first part of the 2021 budget - the capital budget - at their meetings on Nov. 12.

The capital budget covers maintenance and repairs to large municipal-owned assets like buildings, land and roads, as well as the purchase of equipment such as vehicles. Capital expenditures are typically planned for years in advance through the municipality's asset management program, and may be funded through reserve funds, development charges, debt, and grants.

The proposed 2021 capital budget is $20.1 million. Some of the projects are being carried forward from 2020, after being put on hold in response to the pandemic. You can find all of the details about the capital budget on the municipal website.

The full draft budget, which includes the operating budget, will go to Council for consideration on Dec. 2.

Typically staff hold public meetings to share information about the budget and how it is created. 

Since we can't host meetings in the traditional fashion due to COVID-19, Middlesex Centre staff recorded a series of short videos on budget basics discussing:

We encourage you to take a few minutes to learn more about the budget and how your tax dollars are put into action.

If you have any questions about the budget process, please visit the municipal website or reach out to Tiffany Farrell, Director of Corporate Services.

As we head into the colder weather it's important to take some time to keep your heating system in good repair.

Heating equipment is a leading cause of home fires in Ontario.

Have your heating system, vents and chimney inspected and cleaned annually by a qualified service technician. Ensure all heating vents outside are not blocked by debris or snow.

Visit Middlesex is featuring some of unique, local shops to check out during this season of giving with their #GiftofLocal contest. Visit them on Facebook to learn more about the contest giveaways to some amazing local businesses in our area. Don't forget to check out their website for more local businesses, eateries and shops!

The municipal office is open for bill payment and similar front-desk services.

However, in response to COVID-19, appointments are required for services such as:

To book an appointment, contact customer service at the municipal office.

We encourage residents and businesses to take advantage of our online services where possible (billing, building permits), or to contact staff via phone or email.

Notice municipal parks or property in need of repair or attention?

If you have non-urgent or general concerns about roads, parks or municipal facility, you can report a concern at any time through our website.