Vol. 4 - Issue 2
February 25, 2021
  • Join the March 4 Virtual Open House on Affordable Housing
  • Council Meeting on March 1
  • Mayor’s Message
  • Halton Hills Approves New Five-Year Economic Development and Tourism Strategy
  • Maple Avenue Roadway Improvements this Spring
  • Outdoor Tennis and Pickleball Review
  • Artrepreneur Halton Hills: Business Training for Creatives
  • The Helson Gallery Reopening
  • Job Opportunities
  • Stay Current on Coronavirus
Join the March 4 Virtual Open House
on Affordable Housing
The Town is hosting a virtual Affordable Housing Open House on Thursday, March 4 at 6:30 p.m. as part of Halton Hills’ affordable housing awareness and engagement strategy.
 
Topics include affordable housing initiatives in the Town and the benefits of accessory dwelling units in today’s housing market. Healthy communities need a range of housing options to attract and retain a viable workforce.
 
Join the virtual Open House and help shape the future of affordable housing initiatives in Halton Hills.
 
Town Council Meeting on March 1
The Town will hold a Council meeting on March 1, 2021 at 3 p.m. via Zoom. In our efforts to contain the spread of COVID-19 and to protect all individuals, public attendance at Council meetings will not be permitted at this time. 

Members of the public may request to delegate to this virtual meeting by completing the online delegation form by no later than 4:30 p.m. on Friday, February 26, 2021. Members of the public who would like to submit feedback, please email your comments to clerks@haltonhills.ca prior to the meeting. 

Comments submitted will be circulated to Council Members in advance of the meeting and will be part of the public record.
Mayor's Message
Check out the Mayor's February message.
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Halton Hills Approves New Five-Year
Economic Development and Tourism Strategy
On February 1, Council approved a new five-year Economic Development and Tourism Strategy to ensure Halton Hills’ long-term economic prosperity, grow non-residential investment, increase local jobs, and support strategic decision making.

The strategy is comprised of 26 goals and objectives, as well as 137 associated actions. It is modern, practical, actionable, and comprehensive. It also positions the Town as a leading stakeholder and central driver for economic prosperity, locally and regionally.

The flexible strategy also allows the Town to respond to challenges and changing economic conditions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Maple Avenue Improvements this Spring
The Town will be completing active transportation improvements on Maple Avenue and operational and safety modifications at the Maple Avenue and Guelph Street (Highway 7) intersection.

Set to begin this spring and continue into the summer of 2021, the proposed roadway improvements include:
  • New on-road and off-road active transportation facilities between Main Street and Mountainview Road.
  • Turn lane modifications and reconstruction of the signalized intersection at Maple Avenue and Guelph Street.
  • Road resurfacing and maintenance from Guelph Street to Mountainview Road.
  • Lighting to accommodate new and existing infrastructure. 
Outdoor Tennis and Pickleball Review
Staff are working with community stakeholders to complete the Outdoor Pickleball and Tennis Review to understand demand, establish standards and support use.

Town staff are committed to providing additional opportunities and improving the playing surface for spring 2021 play at Emmerson Park and fall 2021 at the Gellert Court. Staff will ensure Council is apprised of the outcomes later in 2021 and as part of any agreements to be brought forward.
Artrepreneur Halton Hills:
Business Training for Creatives
Artrepreneur Halton Hills is back for a second year. People who work in the arts and cultural sector can apply for 10 weeks of free virtual instruction (Wednesdays, 6 - 8 p.m., March 24 - May 26) with sessions covering business planning, marketing, grant-writing, networking, and more taught by industry experts.

A $100 deposit will be returned to participants upon completion of the program.
The Helson Gallery Reopening
The Helson Gallery will reopen to the public on March 4 with limited public hours: Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays from 1 – 3 p.m.

Visitors to the Helson Gallery are required to wear masks and observe social distancing. A maximum of five people will be allowed in the gallery at any time.

On view: Field Notes – Observations on Climate Change 
Job Opportunities
Stay Current on the Coronavirus
Information on Town operations, facility closures, mandatory masks and more can be found on the Town's COVID-19 web page.

For health-related information, including vaccination information, visit Halton Region.
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