Tillsonburg Update - June 22
Employment Opportunities
The Town of Tillsonburg is currently hiring:
- Manager of Engineering
- Fitness Instructor
Visit careers.tillsonburg.ca for full details.
Rules for Recreational Fires
Open-air burning is regulated in the Town of Tillsonburg by By-Law 3072. The total burn ban has now been lifted.
In general, you are allowed to have a recreational fire or open air fire if certain requirements are met. However, if there are complaints from neighbours, your fire may be required to be extinguished, even if all other conditions are met.
Learn more about the rules for recreational fires at www.tillsonburg.ca/burning
Large Item Collection
Oxford County’s large item collection program in Tillsonburg has begun. The town has been divided into three collection zones. See www.tillsonburg.ca/items to see when collection is happening in your area.
Zone 2 - Begins June 26
Zone 3 - Begins July 3
Only items that weigh less than 45 kg (100 lbs) will be collected.
Additional restrictions include:
- no items that are eligible for a County recycling program
- no glass, mirror or automotive parts
- no items that can be broken down to fit into a garbage bag
- no loose items on wagons, trailers or in boxes (including large number of smaller item
Non-eligible material will be left behind, and the homeowner will be responsible for removing it. Please ensure your materials are set out by 7 a.m. the Monday of your collection week. Late materials will not be collected.
Do It Right: Backyard Pools
Thinking about getting a pool this summer? Owning a pool is terrific—but it comes with responsibilities.
Outdoor swimming pools can pose a danger to young children if left unattended and unprotected. By-law 4008 requires every outdoor swimming pool that is capable of holding water deeper than 24 inches or is greater than 22 sq. ft. to be enclosed by
a fence.
A permit for a swimming pool enclosure must be obtained before the pool is installed.
Remember to investigate the cost of proper fencing/enclosure before purchasing any pool—including soft-sided and inflatable models.
Learn more about the requirements for pools at www.tillsonburg.ca/pools.
Retirement Open House
After 33 years of service to the Town of Tillsonburg, By-Law Enforcement Officer Kathleen Musselman is retiring. An open house for Kathleen will be held at Annandale National Historic Site (30 Tillson Ave.) on June 23 from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
2024 Budget Survey now open
Have your say! The 2024 Budget survey is now online. This is your chance to let both the Town of Tillsonburg and Oxford County know which services you think should be a priority in the coming budget year. Learn more and fill out the survey at www.tillsonburg.ca/2024survey. The survey is open until August 31.
Continuing Watering Restrictions
Hot, dry weather can push Oxford County’s water systems to their limit. Due to continuing dry conditions, Oxford County is restricting outdoor water use in the Town of Tillsonburg. Until further notice, residents on the municipal water system are asked to limit outdoor watering of lawns and gardens by hose, irrigation system or attachment. Watering is only permitted a maximum of once per week, and is determined by your address.
Monday: Addresses ending in 0 or 1
Tuesday: Addresses ending in 2 or 3
Wednesday: Addresses ending in 4 or 5
Thursday: Addresses ending in 6 or 7
Friday: Addresses ending in 8 or 9
Saturday: No watering
Sunday: No watering
Watering hours are also restricted to the following time periods only:
Residential:
6:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. or
6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Commercial:
8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. or
3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Watering freshly planted gardens with a watering can or other container is permitted.
Learn about Oxford’s Water Conservation By-Law at https://www.oxfordcounty.ca/waterconservation
Intent to Declare Surplus Lands
The Corporation of the Town of Tillsonburg intends to declare portions of the Unopened Right-of-Way, described as parts of Part 8, Plan 41R-940, and portions of a 1 foot reserve described as parts of Block 45, Plan 41M-232, south of Wood Haven Drive, as surplus to the needs of the Town at the June 26, 2023 Council Meeting and the Town is hereby providing notice of its intent to sell thesame property to an adjacent property owner. For full details, visit www.tillsonburg.ca/surplus
Lake Lisgar Waterpark now open
Enjoy family time at Lake Lisgar Waterpark this weekend (June 24-25). Open Saturday and Sunday, 12:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Open daily beginning June 30.
Weekdays 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 pm.
Weekends 12:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Remember, there will be no changeroom or snack bar facilities available during construction. See www.tillsonburg.ca/waterpark for full details.