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Clarence Street Storm Sewer Construction
Posted on Friday, January 17, 2025 03:14 PM
Please be advised that Clarence Street, between King Street and West Street, will undergo significant reconstruction starting January 20, 2025. This project includes the installation of a new storm sewer and the complete replacement of asphalt and sidewalks in the construction zone.
Phase 1: Full Road Closure (Approximately 4 Weeks)
To complete the first phase of construction, a full road closure will be required for approximately four weeks. During this time, vehicular traffic will not be...
Killaly Street West Road Closure at Railroad Crossing
Posted on Wednesday, January 15, 2025 03:46 PM
Killaly Street West, between King Street and Mellanby Avenue, will be temporarily closed to vehicles and pedestrians to complete essential repairs to the rail crossing.
The closure is scheduled to begin at 7 a.m. on Friday, January 17, and is expected to be completed by 7 a.m. on Saturday, January 18. Detour signage will be posted to guide traffic during this period.
We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we work to improve the infrastructure in our community. Please plan your travel...
Municipal Accommodation Tax to begin Feb. 1
Posted on Friday, January 10, 2025 02:25 PM
Beginning Feb. 1, 2025, a new mandatory Municipal Accommodation Tax (MAT) will be enforced in Port Colborne under By-law 7283/105/24.
The tax applies to all short-term accommodation establishments, which must now add a 4% (plus HST) charge to the room rate.
The MAT is only applied to accommodation providers. It is not levied on residents or other businesses, unless they stay overnight at an accommodation provider within the city.
The revenues collected from the tax will be utilized by the City of...
George Street closed between Erie Street and Elm Street
Posted on Monday, January 06, 2025 11:14 AM
Dates: Beginning Wednesday, January 8, 2025, until Wednesday, January 15, 2025 (tentatively).
Location: George Street between Erie Street and Elm Street.
Details: George Street will be closed for water and sanitary service installation. The closure may extend into Wednesday, January 15, 2025.
Detour: Local traffic will be able to use the posted detour route.
We appreciate your understanding and cooperation during this time.
For more information on this project, contact Chris Viccica at 905-323-8112 or...
Notice of Upcoming Work at Lock 8 and Potential Noise Impacts
Posted on Monday, December 23, 2024 11:39 AM
The St. Lawrence Seaway Management Corporation (SLSMC) advises the public about upcoming infrastructure work at Lock 8 in Port Colborne, beginning January 2, 2025. This work is part of the $180 million, three-year investment in the Welland Canal, announced last month. It involves the installation of hands-free mooring (HFM) units at Lock 8, the final lock in the canal to receive this technology.
The SLSMC understands that this work may cause disruptions for some local residents and businesses...