Ramara prepares for automated speed enforcement rollout

First phase of enforcement set to begin mid-August Immediate Release

Ramara, Ont. / July 28, 2025 – The Township of Ramara is moving forward with the next steps of its Automated Speed Enforcement (ASE) program, with enforcement anticipated to begin mid-August in select Community Safety Zones across the Township.

The ASE program is part of Ramara’s commitment to improving road safety, particularly in areas where vulnerable road users such as children and pedestrians are at risk.

“Speeding is one of...

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Notice of Road Re-opening - Amilia Drive at Glenrest Drive

Update: Amilia Drive at Glenrest Drive has been Re-opened

The intersection of Amilia Drive at Glenrest Drive has been re-opened.  The road was closed earlier today due to downed trees and hydro wires.  The re-opening was effective as of 2:30 p.m. on Friday, July 25, 2025. For any questions, please contact Infrastructure at infrastructure@ramara.ca or 705-484-5374, ext. 285.

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2025 Council Highlights - July 21, 2025

Council Meeting - July 21, 2025 Announcements

• Mayor Clarke:

  • Mayor Clarke and the General Manager of Development and Infrastructure welcomed Tye Eastman as the Township’s new Operations Manager.

  • Mayor Clarke noted that the Township’s Canada Day celebrations were a success.

  • Mayor Clarke noted he attended the Lake St. John Annual General Meeting on July 12, with Councillors Tuju, Snutch and Deputy Mayor Bell. The event had good turnout with about 60 people in attendance. To avoid quorum issues, members...

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Public Notice: Lagoon City Canal Maintenance Update

Lagoon City Canal Maintenance Update

Following a review of aquatic weed control methods and programs, the Township of Ramara has discontinued the use of herbicide applications in Lagoon City’s canals.

Moving forward the Township’s aquatic weed management program will be conducted exclusively through mechanical harvesting. Harvesting operations began for 2025 following the fish-spawning protection period.

The Township has recently invested in a second mechanical weed harvester to increase weed...

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Public Notice: Partial Closure of Public Dock on Dock Road

Partial Closure of Public Dock on Dock Road

Due to uneven surfaces and to maintain public safety, a portion of the public dock located at the end of Dock Road has been closed and is not available for public access at this time.

A portion remains open for public access (see drawing).

The Township of Ramara has a capital project planned to upgrade the dock. Township staff are currently assessing the structure to determine the most appropriate course of action. Depending on the extent of the required...

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