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NOTICE - Essa is Undertaking a Transportation and Trails Master Plan & Automated Speed Camera Enforcement

September 28, 2022

Under Council direction, the Township of Essa is currently undertaking a Transportation and Trails Master Plan Project and an Automated Speed Enforcement Program to bring forward new traffic calming measures, enforce speed limits across the Township, and to help make our communities safer along with reviewing our community Safety Zones. The Township will be conducting several Public Meetings in the near future to provide for public input and to ensure that all voices are heard for both projects.

Notice - Essa Completed Municipal Class Environmental Assessment

September 13, 2022

The Township of Essa has completed a Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (Class EA) to develop an Infrastructure Master Plan (IMP) for the Community of Angus. The purpose of the IMP is to complete a 25 - year forecast of proposed capital projects for water, wastewater and transportation servicing requirements to facilitate future growth expected in Angus.

Notice of Preliminary Investigation

August 04, 2022

This notice is to advise that the Township will be conducting a Preliminary Investigation on the gravel section of the following roads: 8th Line from the 5th Sideroad to the 10th Sideroad 9th Line from County Road 21 to the 10th Sideroad 11th Line from County Road 21 to the 20th Sideroad

Release - Popular secondary suites program creates affordable rentals across the region

June 29, 2022

The County of Simcoe reminds residents of its popular secondary suites program, which adds critical affordable rentals across the region. This program provides nearly $1 million in forgivable loans annually across the County of Simcoe to homeowners who wish to create affordable rental secondary suites in their homes or garden suites.

Release - New Fire Hall Planned for Angus

May 16, 2022

Essa Township is excited to announce the purchase of land for a future new firehall for Angus and Essa. The existing Station #2 in Angus was constructed about 50 years ago and Essa’s population has grown such that a new firehall is needed.

Release - Essa Offers Paperless Billing to Residents

March 25, 2022

In an effort to modernize the way that we provide services to our residents, Essa Township is excited to announce that residents can now opt-in to receive their property tax and/or water and sewer invoices by email. Click the link to this article to learn how to opt-in for paperless billing.

Notice of Authorized Site Works - 58 Vernon Street (Angus)

March 21, 2022

Please be advised that the municipality has authorized site works to commence for the property located at 58 Vernon Street in Angus. The purpose of the site works is to allow for tree removal and soil testing.

Volunteer to be a Volunteer Firefighter with Essa Township

March 07, 2022

Are you interested in becoming a Volunteer Firefighter? Essa Township is currently accepting applications for Volunteer Firefighters for both the Angus and Thornton stations. Cover letters and resumes are being accepted.