Notice - Rescheduled Committee of the Whole and Council Meeting

Notice Rescheduled Committee of the Whole & Council Meetings Monday, December 9, 2024

The Council of the Township of Ramara has rescheduled the December 2, 2024, Committee of the Whole meeting to Monday, December 9, 2024, beginning immediately after the Special Council meeting pertaining to planning matters.

The Council meeting scheduled for December 16, 2024 has been rescheduled to December 9, 2024 commencing after the Committee of the Whole. Please note there will be an approximate break of 1 hour...

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Ramara Township Adopts 2025 Budget

Ramara/November 25, 2024 – Today at the Special Council meeting, Ramara Council adopted its 2025 budget with a 5.14% increase on the municipal portion of the tax rate, equating to an extra $30.65 per $100,000 assessment value.   

Each year, Ramara Township’s Council develops a budget that supports the funding needed to maintain current services and service levels. This year, the budget reflects the reinvestment into core infrastructure, including roads, water and wastewater, with $12.9 million...

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Media Release - Ramara Township welcomes new Chief Administrative Officer

Ramara/November 22, 2024 – After an extensive hiring process, the Township of Ramara is pleased to announce the appointment of Gayle Jackson as the new Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), effective January 2, 2025.

“On behalf of the members of Council, we extend a warm welcome to Ms. Jackson as she joins our Ramara team. We are eager to work alongside Ms. Jackson who will undoubtedly be instrumental as we strive to enhance the services provided to our residents and propel the Township of Ramara...

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Media Release - Ramara Launches 2024 Feeding Families Campaign

Ramara/November 20, 2024 – The annual Feeding Families Campaign is here, running from November 20 to December 15 to address the financial and food needs of families in Ramara Township.

"For the past four years, our community has demonstrated remarkable generosity and support for families in Ramara," stated Mayor Basil Clarke. “We are immensely grateful for the financial contributions from our residents and businesses, along with the incredible volunteers, community organizations, and staff, who...

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Committee Highlights - November 14

Lagoon City Parks and Waterways Commission Meeting – November 14, 2024 Presentations, Receiving of Petitions and Deputations Shades of Hope Wildlife Rescue and Speaking of Wildlife

Allison from 'Shades of Hope Wildlife Refuge' gave a presentation about the organization and its mission to rehabilitate sick, orphaned, and injured wild animals. The refuge has been in operation for 13 years and has cared for 48,000 animals from over 200 species. They also provided information on how the public can...

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