Municipality of Middlesex Centre
Municipal Update, May 2023
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To help keep you informed of what is happening at Middlesex Centre we send out regular updates on our website and Facebook and Twitter accounts, and through our e-newsletter.
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Happy Victoria Day Weekend!
The Middlesex Centre municipal office and the Komoka Wellness Centre will be closed Monday, May 22, for Victoria Day. Waste and recycling will be collected on your regular collection day. There is no change because of the holiday.
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Fires & Fireworks in Middlesex Centre
Planning an outdoor fire or fireworks for your Victoria Day celebration?
Remember: Fireworks are only permitted ON VICTORIA DAY - not all weekend.
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Public Works Truck & Equipment Display this Weekend - May 20
Get up-close to loaders, excavators, fire trucks and other equipment used by Middlesex Centre staff at our National Public Works Week display.
The event runs on May 20, from 9am to 12pm at the Komoka Wellness Centre.
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Splash Pads & Park Washrooms Open for the Summer |
Splash Pads
Middlesex Centre splash pads open for the season on May 19. They operate daily from 10:00am to 8:00pm (spring hours).
There are three splash pads in Middlesex Centre at:
Adult supervision is required for children visiting the splash pads.
Park Washrooms
Park washrooms, where available, opened May 16.
Washrooms are closed each evening, and re-opened and cleaned each morning. The exception is the Douglas B. Weldon Park washrooms, which open at 2:30pm, Monday to Friday, until June 30. These washrooms are open earlier on the weekend.
Vandalism continues to be a significant issue in our parks, and last year resulted in the closure of several of our park washrooms.
If you see vandalism in progress, please report it to the OPP.
If you see a park facility in need of repair, please report it using the "Report a Concern" form found on the municipal website or by calling 519-601-8022. |
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Summer Recreation Programs
Looking for yoga and other recreation programs in Middlesex Centre? Check-out our summer programs for youth and adults! (Youth programs and camps offered in partnership with BGC London and Next Level Sports.)
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Youth Advisory Committee Volunteers Needed
Are you between the ages of 9 and 17 and want to share your ideas on making Middlesex Centre a better place for young people? Join the Youth Advisory Committee! Apply on the website.
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At Work in the Community:
Infrastructure Projects in Middlesex Centre
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It’s construction season, with many municipal projects getting underway. Projects to watch for in May and June:
Municipal staff will also be mowing sports fields, preparing roads for tar and chip application and line painting, and clearing and cutting road shoulders, among other maintenance tasks.
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Put Fats, Oils and Grease in their Place |
When fats, oils and grease (FOG) from food are poured down the drain, they are often a warm liquid. As the liquid cools, the grease becomes a hardened mass. This build ups over time and eventually restricts the flow of sewage both on your property and under the roadway.
Pipes blocked by FOG are a common cause of sewage back-ups and septic issues in homes. FOG also clogs pipes in the municipal sewer system, costing a considerable amount of time and money for cleaning each year.
You can help by not pouring FOG down your sink or toilet. Put FOG into a cup
or can, and once solidified put it in the garbage. FOG cups are available free of charge at the municipal office and the Komoka Wellness Centre.
middlesexcentre.ca/fog
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Summer outdoor Watering Restrictions start June 1 |
Alternate day outdoor watering restrictions are in place from June 1 to September 15. Houses with even numbered addresses should water on even days, and odd numbered addresses on odd days.
Special rules apply for watering garden beds and new sod.
middlesexcentre.ca/water-conservation
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Reminder - Second Property Tax Instalment due May 31
The second instalment of your property taxes is due May 31. There are many options for paying your bill, including pre-authorized payments, online at your financial institution or in-person at the municipal office (drop-box provided for after hours).
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Shop Local - Dine Local - Play Local! |
Looking for local eateries, shops and activities?
Check-out what's happening in Middlesex Centre and across Middlesex County at Visit Middlesex. You can find maps, trail guides, culinary options and lots more!
Here are just a few upcoming events in our community:
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Komoka Community Market Opening Day
The Komoka Community Market opens on Saturday, May 20! Featuring local vendors, the market runs from 9am to 12pm at the Komoka Community Centre.
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Compost Sale
The Middlesex Centre Pollinator Team is back with their annual Compost Sale on May 20, from 8am to 12pm, at the Komoka Community Centre. Cost is $5 for 30L, cash only.
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Poplar Hill Cemetery Decoration Day
The annual Poplar Hill Cemetery Decoration Day will be held Sunday, May 28, at 2pm in the Cemetery.
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AORS Municipal Public Works Trade Show
The 2023 AORS Municipal Public Works Trade Show is set to take place at the Gemini Sportsplex in Strathroy, June 7 - 8, 2023.
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Ilderton Farmers Market Opening Day
Opening Day for the Ilderton Farmers Market is June 10, 2023! This summer the market is moving to a new location at Heritage Park.
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Poplar Hill Picnic
Everyone is welcome, although children remain the focus of this annual event held at Poplar Hill Park. This event is hosted by the Poplar Hill Picnic Committee.
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Concerns about Roads, Parks, Facilities? Let us know! |
Notice municipal parks or property in need of repair or attention?
If you have non-urgent or general concerns about roads, parks or municipal facilities, you can report a concern at any time through our website. |
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Municipality of Middlesex Centre
Phone: 519-666-0190 or 1-800-220-8968
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