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The Township of Ramara initiated a Waterfront and Parking Strategy that would review the Township's current water access points, waterfront amenities and facilities and create a framework that would outline parking restrictions, kiteboarding/kitesurfing regulations, COVID-19 closure policy and future enhancements.
Waterfront and Parking Strategy
The new waterfront and parking strategy will make improvements to our waterfront access, beach and park locations to ensure that our public spaces are safe and enjoyable to use. These improvements are also designed to be compliant with COVID-19 protocols which will allow for a phased approach in creating restrictions around accessing these areas.
COVID-19 Phased Closure Policy
At the April 26th, 2021 Council meeting, Council passed to implemented a Phased Closure Policy that would help with the restrictions and/or closures of Municipal Waterfront Areas. Council also passed to start the Phased Closure Policy in Phase 2 as a result of the current Provincial Emergency Orders.
Phase 1
All waterfront amenities, parks, beaches and parking lots are open for general use by residents, non-residents and visitors.
Phase 2 - Current Phase
All waterfront amenities, parks, beaches and parking lots are open for general use by residents, non-residents and visitors.
Municipal Parking Lots are only open to vehicles displaying a valid Resident Parking Pass. The purchase of paid parking (daily or seasonal use) is suspended.
All Municipal Waterfront Zones are posted "Resident Parking Passes Only" at key intersections. All on street parking is restricted to vehicles displaying a valid resident parking pass.
Phase 3
All waterfront amenities, municipal parks (waterfront and inland parks), beaches, boat launches and parking lots will be closed to all users. These municipal facilities will be barricaded to prevent access and use and municipal parks and beaches will also be fenced to prohibit access and use in accordance with any Provincial Emergency Orders, public health guidelines and Township of Ramara bylaws.
Parking Strategy
At the April 26th, Council meeting, Council adopted the parking strategy to implement restricted and no parking areas, permit parking plan for residents and a paid parking program for non-residents.
Municipal Parking Lots
Municipal Parking Lots can be found at the following locations:
Bluebird Park
Lagoon City Beach and Park
Lovely Day Park
The following restrictions will be in place starting May 20th, 2021:
No overnight parking (10:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.)
No Commercial Vehicle Parking
No unattached trailer parking
Valid Resident Parking Permit Required
Payment of Daily Parking fee
$5 per hour
Resident Parking Permit Program
Ramara residents and property owners will receive two resident parking passes that will be issued free of charge to those who apply.
Please note that parking permits are not valid in no parking zones where signs are posted.
On Street Parking Regulations
On-street parking is available along many streets in the Township of Ramara. Please check the area you would like to park for signs indicating any parking restrictions.
On-street Parking in the Waterfront areas are classified into two areas:
Permit Parking Zone
No Parking Zone
On-street parking is prohibited on all streets overnight (from 12:00 a.m. to 7:00 a.m.) during the winter months (November 15th to April 15th).
For more detail on on-street parking restrictions, please see the Parking by-laws.
Please note that parking permits are not valid in no parking zones where signs are posted.
Please note that residents of Rama First Nation and Severn Township cannot apply for the parking permits using the form above. Once permit passes are available, residents can register with each of their respected Government office.
Waterfront Strategy and Parking Plan by location
Bluebird Street
Implementation of paid and permit parking spaces in the municipal lot.
Parking lot signage with rules, regulations and parking restrictions
Permanent entrance barriers with COVID-19 signage to facilitate quick closures of parking lot.
Installation of portable washrooms and waste receptacles for the summer season
Heritage Farms (Suntrac Drive)
The boat launch will be maintained as currently configured; however, a safety assessment will be conducted to determine if the current boat launch is safe for use due to location, water depth and weather conditions on Lake Simcoe.
The parking at this location be restricted at the boat launch to facilitate the launching and remove of boats or any other motorized or non-motorized watercraft (15 min loading/unloading zones).
Boat launch area will have signs with rules, regulations, safety guidelines and parking restrictions.
Permanent entrance barriers with COVID-19 signage to facilitate quick closure of boat launch.
Lagoon City Beach and Park
Implementation of paid parking spaces in the municipal lot.
Implementation of increased off-street parking lot area.
Posted and clear parking restrictions to allow for the use of the Canada Post mailboxes
Parking lot signage with rules, regulations and parking restrictions.
On-street Parking restrictions on Lake avenue and Poplar Crescent
On-street Parking Permit Zone on Lake Avenue and Poplar Crescent.
Permanent entrance barriers with COVID-19 signage to facilitate quick closures of parking lot.
Installation of portable washrooms and waste receptacles for the summer season.
Lovely Day Park
Council passed this motion on principle, but final approval will come from the Atherley Community Board.
Implementation of paid and permit parking spaces in the municipal lot.
Parking lot signage with rules, regulations and parking restrictions.
Permanent entrance barriers with COVID-19 signage to facilitate quick closures of parking lot.
Installation of portable washrooms and waste receptacles for the summer season.
Budget consideration and construction/installation of a new municipal boat launch in 2022 on the Winchester Street road allowance.
Budget consideration and construction of a new larger municipal parking lot in conjunction with future park and infrastructure upgrades.
Poplar Lane Boat Launch
The boat launch will be maintained as currently configured.
The boat launch and associated lands are not to be used for the parking of vehicles.
The parking at this location be restricted at the boat launch to facilitate the launching and remove of boats or any other motorized or non-motorized watercraft (15 min loading/unloading zones).
Boat launch area will have signs with rules, regulations, safety guidelines and parking restrictions.
That on street parking restrictions be implemented on Poplar Lane, Riverleigh Drive and Park Lane Crescent to permit the safe passage of vehicles, pedestrians and boat launch users.
Implementation of permit parking for a portion of the north side of Park Lane Cres in between Riverligh Drive and Poplar Lane.
Permanent entrance barriers with COVID-19 signage to facilitate quick closure of boat launch.
Simcoe Road
Permanent parking restrictions on Simcoe Road.
The Steps
Implementation of permit parking only spaces in the municipal lot (road allowance)
Permanent No Parking zone on Ridge Avenue
Parking Lot and Park signage with rules, regulations and parking restrictions.
Kitesurfing Regulations
At this time, Bylaw 2020.53 is still in affect to prohibits Kitesurfing and/or Kiteboarding on municipal property in between June 1st to September 30.
Ramara Resident Permit Parking
Beginning Thursday, May 20, 2021, the Township of Ramara will be implementing a permit parking program for residents only at the following Municipal Waterfront Beaches and Parks location:
On-street Parking will require a parking permit on all streets located south and west of Highway 12 and west of Ramara Road 47. Please note in some areas no parking restrictions may apply. We refer to all posted signage in the area.
Residents can also use their parking permits for select locations. Make sure to hang your resident parking permit face up on your car's mirror with the corresponding vehicle licence plate number.
Orillia Parking Permit
Ramara residents can purchase an Orillia Parking and Boat launch sticker for $50 each (maximum 2) plus a 4.5% convenience fee to be added to the Ramara Parking Permit.
Orillia Parking and Boat Launch pass can be used in between June 4 to Sept 12, 2021 on Fridays to Sundays and public holidays, between the hours of 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Parking and launching a boat are free for everyone from Monday to Thursday, with the exception of Canada Day (July 1), the Civic Holiday (Aug. 2) and Labour Day (Sept. 6).
Please note that you have to register for a Ramara Parking Pass to get your Orillia Parking and Boat launch sticker (maximum of 2). If you have already registered for your Ramara Parking Pass, please complete the form and indicate that you are requesting your Orillia Parking and Boat launch sticker and have registered for a Ramara Parking Pass.
Chippewas of Rama First Nation
Residents of Rama First Nation can use their Parking pass to access Ramara's parking permit locations. To get a parking pass, please contact Rama's government office.
Severn Parking Permit
Ramara residents can get use their Ramara Parking pass to park for free at Centennial Park.
The reciprocal agreement with the Township of Severn also allows Severn residents to use their free Severn parking permit in Ramara.
Paid Parking
In partnership with HONK, Ramara has implemented a paid parking pilot program at the following Waterfront Municipal lot locations starting Thursday, June 24:
Bluebird Park
Lagoon City Beach and Park
Lovely Day Park
At Bluebird Park and Lovely Day Park, there will be five (5) spots available for residents without a parking permit or visitors to pay and park. At Lagoon City Beach and Park, the municipal parking lot will only be paid parking. Please note that this does not include the mail parking area.
Rates and Time limits
Fees: $5 per hour
No parking between 10:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m., 7 days a week
Contactless Payment using Honk
Contactless payments can be made onsite at the three Waterfront Municipal lot locations by Visa, Mastercard, or Visa debit. Signage is posted in parking areas providing payment instructions, or you can download the Honk App to your mobile device.
How to use HonkTAP
The HonkTAP payment option allows drivers to safely pay for parking with a scan of their phone. To pay using HonkTAP, follow the following instructions:
Scan the QR code on the sign. (Open up your camera app and hold your device over the QR code)
Tap on the pop-up notification to open up a payment screen that is pre-loaded with the rate options.
Type in your license plate and select how long you want to park.
Done
How to use Honk APP
For those who love using an APP, HonkAPP is another contactless payment option for drivers who wish to pay for parking and manage a session directly from their phone. Drivers can pay via Apply Pay, Google Pay, PayPal and all major credit cards. They also can opt to receive text reminders when their parking is set to expire and can add more time to their parking sessions.
Download the HonkApp from a App
Open App and create a login
Pay for parking by entering Zone ID or Search by address
Select how long you want to park
Enter License plate
Pay
Done
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to frequently asked questions about visitor paid parking.
Who has to pay for parking?
All visitors and residents without parking permits are required to pay.
When and where will paid parking be in effect?
Paid parking is in effect at Bluebird Park, Lagoon City Beach and Park and Lovely Day Park starting June 24, between the hours of 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
How do I pay with out a data plan?
If you have a device but do not have a data plan, you can download the Honk App from any public Wi-Fi hot spot prior to coming to the municipal lot location.
Map
Below you will find maps that outline the no parking and permit parking areas for either North, Central or South Ramara.
The interactive mapping also details on-street parking regulations. Under the heading 'Bylaw,' you can click "Parking Regulation Bylaw" to find out where no parking zones are located, or "2021 Parking Plan - Resident Permit Only" to find out where the permit parking zones are located.
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