Tillsonburg Update - May 4

04 May 2023

Employment Opportunities

The Town of Tillsonburg is currently hiring:

  • Summer Student - Customer Service Representative
  • Facilities Custodian
  • Facility Operator I (P/T)
  • Fire Communicator (P/T)

Visit careers.tillsonburg.ca for full details.

 

Bid Opportunities

Request for Proposal - RFP 2023-009
Consulting Services to Develop a Streetscaping Plan for Bridge Street

Visit tillsonburg.bidsandtenders.ca for full details.

 

Watermain Flushing

The Town of Tillsonburg is continuing its spring water system maintenance program.

April 13- May 31
Directional flushing of watermains in all areas south of North Street and east of Tillson Avenue/Vienna Road.

Flushing will begin each morning at 8:00 a.m. and conclude by 3:00 p.m. Residents may notice some cloudy or discoloured water when watermain flushing occurs. These temporary side effects are not hazardous to the public and can be resolved by turning on the cold water taps to clear the system. If discolouring continues beyond a three-day period, please contact Customer Service at 519.688.3009.

 

Seasonal Water Restrictions

Oxford County relies entirely on groundwater for its drinking water supply.

Oxford County By-law No. 4193-2002 permits outdoor water use (by hose or attachment) every other day to ensure an adequate water supply for all residents. Outside water use includes watering lawns and gardens, washing your vehicle(s) and/or power washing your deck, driveway or house.

  • Even-numbered addresses water on even-numbered days
  • Odd-numbered addresses water on odd-numbered days

Outside water use for residential purposes is also restricted to 6:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m., and 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

You can apply for an outdoor water use exemption permit if you need to use water outside the designated hours (automatic sprinkler systems, new sod etc.).

The permit application can now be completed and submitted online at www.tillsonburg.ca/wateringpermit

 

Community Centre Rehabilitation: Customer Service Update

Renovations to the Aquatics wing at the Community Centre (45 Hardy) are now underway. For full details, visit www.tillsonburg.ca/upgrade

  • Safety walls are being installed
  • The primary Customer Service desk has been relocated to Marwood Lounge.
  • The Customer Service desk outside the Health Club area has been relocated to inside the gym.
  • Pool change rooms are closed. Arena dressing rooms 1 and 2 are available.
  • North entrance will provide access to auditorium only

 

Entrepreneurial Services Pop-Up

Connect with local business resources conveniently gathered together in one room! Participating organizations include:

  • Community Futures Oxford
  • The Small Business Centre
  • Tillsonburg Business Improvement Association
  • Tillsonburg District Chamber of Commerce
  • Tillsonburg Economic Development and Marketing
  • Tourism Oxford

When: May 11
1:00 PM TO 5:00 PM
Where: Tillsonburg Town Centre
1st Floor, Unit 1036

Register at www.tillsonburg.ca/popup

 

Notice of Tillsonburg Hydro Inc. (THI) Annual General Meeting

TAKE NOTICE that the annual meeting (the “Meeting”) of the holders of common shares of Tillsonburg Hydro Inc. (the “Corporation”) will be held on Tuesday, June 27 at 12:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers (200 Broadway, Second Floor), for the following purposes:

a) Consideration and approval of the Minutes of the Annual General Meeting of Tillsonburg Hydro Inc. of June 28, 2022; and
b) To receive the audited financial statements of Tillsonburg Hydro Inc. for the year ended December 31, 2022, together with the report of the auditor thereon; and
c) To appoint an auditor of Tillsonburg Hydro Inc. for the ensuing year; and
d) Election of the Directors of Tillsonburg Hydro Inc. Board of Directors; and
e) To appoint Legal Counsel for Tillsonburg Hydro Inc. for the ensuing year; and
f) To consider such other matters as may properly come before the Meeting.

You can watch the meeting online at www.tillsonburg.ca/watch The meeting video will be available on the Town of Tillsonburg website following the meeting at the following link: www.tillsonburg.ca/townmeetings

 

Flower Power Workshop: Learn how to make Paper Flower Bouquets

Get crafting with Kathleen Watkin, museum program coordinator, as she brings the unique crafts from the 1970’s back to life.

When: May 10
1:30 p.m.
Cost: $20.00

All materials provided. Pre-registration required. Call 519.842.2294 or register online. Hosted at Annandale NHS (30 Tillson Ave).

 

Bike Rodeo

Calling all young cyclists! The Town of Tillsonburg, in partnership with Oxford OPP, is hosting a FREE bike rodeo. Choose from the full rodeo experience (ages 5+) or the mini-rodeo (under 5).

When: Saturday, May 27
10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m
Where: J.L. Scott McLean Outdoor
Recreation Pad
45 Hardy Ave

Visit www.tillsonburg.ca/rodeo for details.

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