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Business Park will bring 200 acres of industrial development to Georgina
The Town of Georgina is excited to announce Panattoni Development Company has acquired 200 acres of zoned industrial land at the northeast corner of Woodbine Avenue and Glenwoods Avenue in Keswick, which can be readied for immediate development. The site is located three kilometres from Highway 404 in an area that has seen considerable growth. With another 2,500 residential units in the approval process and the new Multi-use Recreation Complex scheduled to be built nearby, this development supports Georgina’s commitment for well-balanced economic growth. 
Tax and water bill deferral
The Town is offering deferrals for the first instalment of the 2021 interim property tax bill for property owners who have been financially impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Eligible applicants will have their Feb. 26, 2021 instalment deferred until April 26, 2021, meaning no penalty or interest charges. Eligible applicants may also have their quarterly water/wastewater bill deferred penalty free until April 26, 2021 or until their next billing cycle after that. Property owners must apply to the Town of Georgina in order to receive the deferral. 
Waterfront Parks Master Plan survey
Have you taken the Waterfront Parks Master Plan survey? We need your input. Take the online survey (it closes Feb. 12) and tell us what you think about the concepts, and what you think should be included or changed in our waterfront parks. To learn more and take the survey, visit georgina.ca/WaterfrontParksPlan.
snow-covered pond with sign
Stormwater Ponds
Stormwater ponds are NOT to be used for skating. They are not intended or designed for that as rapid temperature changes, snowfall and rain make them unsafe for skating or any other recreational activities. This is extremely dangerous and poses many safety risks for residents.
Recreation
Take part in our Snow Place like Home Community Challenge. It’s as easy as 1, 2, 3.
 
1. Build a snowperson
2. Snap a photo
3. Submit for a chance to win awesome prizes
 
Prizes include a $100 gift card to your favourite local business, or $50 and $25 Tim Hortons gift cards.
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Pefferlaw Ice Pad
The Pefferlaw Ice Pad (PIP) is open with new COVID-19 protocols in place. There are strict capacity limits, and all participants will be required to complete a health screening and book skating sessions in advance.
 
General hours of operation are Tuesday to Thursday from 1 p.m. to 9 p.m. and Monday, Friday, Saturday and Sundays from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Public skating will be the only permitted activity. No shinny or hockey games will be allowed.
Winter Operations
The Town of Georgina is committed to providing a consistent level of snow removal service throughout the winter season. Using a combination of Town staff and contractors, plowing, sanding and salting is performed each winter with consideration to safety, environmental and budgetary concerns.
Council
The Town of Georgina is holding virtual Council meetings. These meetings will be broadcast as usual through the Town’s live streaming tool.
Exterior Town of Georgina Civic Centre
Upcoming Council Meetings
Feb. 3 – 9 a.m.
Feb. 10 – 7 p.m. – Public Planning meeting
Feb. 24 – 9 a.m.
Public participation by phone is available. A pre-registration form is required to be submitted to the Clerks Division by noon the day before the meeting. The form can be found at georgina.ca/CouncilMeetings.
The ROC
The following ROC amenities are closed the municipally maintained toboggan hill, skating rink and tube and terrain hill. The balance of the ROC property will remain open for permitted use. This closure is in response to the latest COVID-19 measures from the Province of Ontario.
Georgina Economic Development and Tourism
Taste of Georgina
It may be chilly out there, but the Town of Georgina is heating things up with an exciting take-out food event! Between Feb. 6 and Feb. 19, you’re invited to experience Taste of Georgina, a prix fixe food series that will awaken your taste buds and allow you to explore a variety of local restaurants. Bring some excitement to your table this winter and feel good about doing your part to support local businesses.
Employment Opportunities
Are you a talented professional looking to make a career move? Georgina is a progressive, growing and vibrant municipality. Take a look at what Georgina has to offer. The Town looks forward to having you join us, and be part of Georgina’s talented and growing team.
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