APRIL IS NATIONAL DIG SAFE MONTH

Aligned with the unofficial onset of the spring digging season, Dig Safe Month serves as a timely reminder for homeowners and contractors to contact the City of Quinte West before beginning any digging activities.

🦺quintewest.ca/building-renov…

CURBSIDE LEAF AND YARD WASTE COLLECTION STARTS NEXT WEEK🍃

Leaf and yard waste curbside collection begins April 15.

📅 April 15 - Trenton ward
📅 April 22 - Frankford, Murray and Sidney wards
📅 April 29 - Trenton ward

More information: quintewest.ca/YardWaste

HAZARD AND ELECTRONIC WASTE MOBILE EVENT

Safely dispose of your hazardous/electronic waste this weekend at QuinteWasteSolutions' mobile collection event this weekend!

🗓️ Saturday, April 13, from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
📍30 Pelham St., Trenton

More info: quinterecycling.org/hazardous-wast…

GET READY TO SAFELY WITNESS THE SOLAR ECLIPSE TODAY☀️🌑

☀️Never look directly at the sun
🌑When driving, don’t stop on the shoulder
🕶Gather any necessary supplies for the day
☀️Ensure your 72-hour emergency kit is with you and up to date

More info ⬇ hpepublichealth.ca/solar-eclipse/

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HALF LOAD RESTRICTIONS END APRIL 8

Half load restrictions put into effect on Feb. 12, 2024, will be lifted as of Monday, April 8.

Half road restrictions help protect Ontario’s highways during the spring thaw, when road damage is most likely to occur.

FREE SEEDLING GIVEAWAY

The City of QW free seedling giveaway in partnership with Quinte Conservation is scheduled for May 4.
📍 8 Couch Cres., Trenton
🕘May 4 - 9 a.m. to noon, or until supplies last
✅Bring a bucket or container to safely transport your seedling home

COUNCIL MEETING TODAY

Quinte West Council meets today at 4:30 p.m.

Agenda items include:
➡An update from the Quinte West Gardens - Growing Community
➡ Reports on the Wolfe Street Industrial Park & updates for the Trenton Water Treatment Plant
➡ Proclamation requests

GIVEAWAY DAY IS APRIL 20🪑📚💿

Get ready to give old items a new life during Quinte West's annual spring Giveaway Day, happening Saturday, April 20.

Place unwanted items in good condition curbside for others to take.

Learn more: quintewest.ca/GiveawayDay

COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA HIGHLIGHTS - April 3, 2024

Join us for a Quinte West Council meeting on Wednesday, April 3, 2024, at 4:30 p.m.

➡ Agenda highlights: quintewest.ca/blog/quinte-we…
➡ Full agenda: quintewest.civicweb.net/Portal/Meeting…

LEAF AND YARD WASTE COLLECTION 🍃

Spring leaf and yard waste curbside collection is only a few weeks away! Waste must be in compostable leaf and yard waste bags and curbside by 7 a.m. on your collection day.

🔗More info: quintewest.ca/YardWaste

HANNA PARK DOG PARK CLOSED WEDNESDAY MORNING

The fenced Kinsmen Community Dog Park at Hanna Park will be closed on Wednesday, March 27, from 8 a.m. until noon for maintenance. The dog park will reopen once maintenance is complete.

CELEBRATING SCHOOL CROSSING GUARDS

It's School Crossing Guard Appreciation Day! Today, the City of Quinte West joins communities and families across Ontario in thanking our school crossing guards who help children travel safely to and from school.🚌🎒🛑

SOLAR ECLIPSE EYE SAFETY 🕶

Prepare for the upcoming solar eclipse on April 8:
☀️Only view the eclipse with ISO-verified glasses
🕶Never look directly at the sun without eye protection
☀️Inspect your glasses for damage or wear before use

🔗More info: hpepublichealth.ca/solar-eclipse/

COUNCIL MEETING TODAY

Join us today at 4:30 p.m. for a Quinte West Council meeting.

Agenda items include:

➡ Three delegations
➡ Staff reports
➡ Proclamation requests

TUCKERS CORNERS COURTS SURVEY🎾🏀🌳

What do you want for the future of the Tuckers Corners courts? The City is upgrading the existing tennis & basketball courts and wants to hear from you to guide the future of this project.

💬Learn more & have your say:
quintewest.ca/TuckersCorners

COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA HIGHLIGHTS - March 20, 2024

Join us for a Quinte West Council meeting on Wednesday, March 20, 2024 at 4:30 p.m.

Provide public input on agenda items in person at the meeting or submit it in writing to [email protected].

QUINTE WEST RECOGNIZES OVER 70 VOLUNTEER FIREFIGHTERS AT AWARDS CEREMONY

On Saturday, Quinte West Fire and Emergency Services (QWFES) acknowledged the commitment and service of over 70 volunteer firefighters at an awards ceremony at the Batawa Community Centre.

🍀HAPPY ST. PATRICK'S DAY🍀

Celebrate St. Patrick's Day by participating in the City's FREE St. Patrick's Day scavenger hunt.

Find a sign, snap a photo and upload your picture. Each entry gives you a chance to win one of three great prizes!

Visit quintewest.ca/StPatricksDay

REGISTER FOR THE IN THEIR SHOES WALK👟

Join us on March 24 for an event to raise awareness about how the community is responding to housing challenges in Quinte West.

Donations of food & warm weather clothing are appreciated.

Register & learn more: quintewest.ca/InTheirShoes