March 21, 2025 Town Page

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A look back  – 
March 18, 2025 – Committee of the Whole Council – 2 p.m. 
This year, the EG Public Library celebrates their 50^th anniversary! EG’s Public Library shared their 2024 Annual Report at the meeting. 

EG’s 2024 Strategic Plan Annual report was presented – you can read the report here and view the presentation here. 
A Proposed Procurement Approach in Response to Tariffs was on the agenda.

Corporate Services brought forward a memo on environmental initiatives to support Earth Week from April 22 to 26, 2025.
A memo regarding Council Remuneration and Expenses appeared on the agenda. Staff will report back at a future date on policies and guidelines on Council expenses.

Several Development Services memos appeared on the agenda.

Parks, Recreation and Culture brought forward a report on the Health and Active Living Plaza Fees, as well as a memo looking back at 2024 activities. 

Council – 6 p.m. 
Several minutes and recommendations appeared on the agenda. 
Two Statutory meetings took place during the Council meeting: 

• Proposed Zoning By-law Amendment 54 Bridle Path 
• Proposed Amendment to Draft Approved Plan of Subdivision 18508 Leslie Street 

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We’re Hiring! Join Team EG:

• Facility Attendant, Part Time
• Facility Operator, Part Time
• Roads Operator and Labourer, 12 Month Contract
• Roads Operator and Labourer, Full Time
• Water/Wastewater Operator, 12 Month Contract

Health and Active Living Plaza Opportunities:

• Events Staff
• Customer Service Representative
• Swim Instructor
• Head Instructor Guard
• Fitness Instructor

For details and to apply, visit eastgwillimbury.ca/Careers.

Parking Reminders
Warmer weather has arrived! Please keep in mind these parking reminders:

• No parking on the road between 2 to 6 a.m. year-round.
• No parking longer than three hours on any road.
• EG offers a parking exemption period from 7 to 11 p.m. in addition to the three-hour parking limit, except during a snow event, meaning you may park on the road during these designated times.
• Vehicles must be fully contained on the driveway and are not allowed to overhang onto the curb, road or sidewalk.
• No vehicle should be parked on the grass (front lawn or boulevard).
• No parking  in front of fire hydrants,  driveway entrances, and in no stopping or no parking areas.

Learn more at eastgwillimbury.ca/Parking. 

Climate Change Adaptation Plan Survey
EG is developing a Climate Adaptation Plan and needs your input. Last year, EG identified the potential impacts of changing weather patterns. This is the initial work to define actions to help mitigate those impacts and be better prepared. To do so, we are reviewing the impacts and gathering ideas within the community. We want to hear from you! Take the survey at eastgwillimbury.ca/EcoEmpowerment.

East Gwillimbury Farmers Market
We want you! The EG Farmers Market is looking for vendors for the upcoming season. We are looking for businesses, farmers, community groups, not-for-profit organizations, youth entrepreneurs, and food trucks to join our 2025 season. 

Learn more and apply at eastgwillimbury.ca/FarmersMarket.

Sponsorship Opportunities
The Farmers Market would love to partner with you! Learn about our sponsorship opportunities and how your business can support as a community partner. 

For more information, please send us an email.

Potholes in EG
Residents are reminded to exercise caution on roads as potholes may have developed over the winter. EG regularly patrols the roads to monitor conditions and repair potholes as soon as possible. Please be patient as crews complete work. To report a pothole, please visit our Customer Service portal at eastgwillimbury.ca/ServiceRequest or email customerservice@eastgwillimbury.ca.

Spring and Summer Health and Active Living Guide
The 2025 Spring and Summer Health and Active Living Guide is online! View the guide at eastgwillimbury.ca/Guide to preview spring programs and prepare for registration on March 27 for residents and April 3 for non-residents.

HALP Playground Survey
We want to hear from you! EG is seeking your feedback on a proposed playground structure at the Health and Active Living Plaza. The playground will offer a variety of play opportunities, including equipment for children aged two to 12, multiple deck levels, and both physical and cognitive play components. Your feedback is essential to help guide the design and ensure the playground meets the diverse needs of our community creating an inclusive environment for everyone. Learn more or complete the online survey at eastgwillimbury.ca/HALPSurvey.

Notice of Aerial Application of Larvicide to Control Larval Mosquitoes
Weather permitting, beginning March 31 until May 31, the biological larvicide VectoBac 200G [PCP#18158, granular formulation] will be applied by helicopter to select standing water mosquito breeding habitats within EG. View the treatment areas at eastgwillimbury.ca/mosquito. This product contains B.t.i., which is specific to mosquito larvae. Mortality results within 24 hours; the larvicide biodegrades within 72 hours. Contact Town of East Gwillimbury, Dave Dodwell at 905-478-4283 ext. 1296 or ddodwell@eastgwillimbury.ca or Pestalto Environmental, Morgan Tyler, 1-866-648-7773 or morgan.tyler@pestalto.com for more information.

Older Adult Open Houses
Join us on March 22 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the EG Sports Complex and celebrate the vibrant, active lifestyle of older adults at our fun and engaging open house event! Enjoy live music, delicious snacks and refreshments, and have a chance to win some awesome prizes, all while discovering the exciting programs and resources we have to offer. Learn more at eastgwillimbury.ca/OlderAdults.

Teen Night
Join us on March 28 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Ross Family Complex Gymnasium! for Teen Night. Only $5! Come out for a great night with friends. Enjoy games, trivia, crafts, sports, a photo booth and more! Pizza and snacks will also be provided. Register at https://bit.ly/3Dz1Ep6.

Community Cleanup Program
Help keep our neighbourhoods, parks and trails clean! Do you want to get involved?Join us at the following Community Cleanup dates:

• April 5 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Mount Albert Community Centre
• April 19 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Murrell Park
• May 3 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Holland Landing Community Centre
• May 10 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Vivian Creek Park
• May 24 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Sharon Hills Park
• June 7 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Ridgeview Park and Vista Hills Park

Or, plan your own!

• Email the Environmental team your name, proposed date/time of the clean-up and location for the clean-up activity, and where the filled waste bags will be located after the cleanup. If you are organizing a large group event, please include that in your email.
• Kits can be picked up in Customer Service at the Civic Centre, 19000 Leslie Street, Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Kits contain gloves and garbage bags.

Learn more at eastgwillimbury.ca/Cleanup.

Easter Bunny Hike
Save the date! Our Easter Bunny Hike is coming up on Saturday, April 19 at the Ross Family Complex from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. More details to come. Stay up to date on events in EG at eastgwillimbury.ca/Events.