General City News

The City of Owen Sound is undertaking a comprehensive Stormwater Management Master Plan (SWMMP) to develop a long-term plan for the safe and effective management of stormwater runoff.  Residents' feedback will help identify localized drainage issues the City may not be aware of.  

Are you interested in helping to shape the decisions affecting the River District Business Improvement Area? If so, consider applying to serve as a Director on the River District Board of Management.

The City of Owen Sound is excited to announce the completion of the Alpha Street Reconstruction Project, which will see the full reopening of Alpha Street on Monday, November 25, 2024.  Completed on budget and ahead of schedule, this significant $5.2 million capital project marks a major investment in the City’s infrastructure and quality of life for residents.

Beginning on Monday, November 18, 2024, a road closure is required on 3rd Avenue East, between 17th Street East and 18th Street East. This closure is expected to last through Friday, November 29, 2024.  The road closure is required to complete a necessary gas main repair in this area of 3rd Avenue East.

The City of Owen Sound is proud to announce the completion of its 2024 Non-Core Asset Management Plan, which will be presented to the Corporate Services Committee on November 14, 2024. This initiative represents a significant building block in our ongoing commitment to effective asset management and fiscal responsibility.

Owen Sound’s River District welcomes the holiday season with a flurry of festive activities beginning Saturday, November 16. These include Holiday Magic, the 79th annual Kiwanis Santa Claus Parade, the kick-off to the Festival of Northern Lights, and road hockey as part of HockeyFest 2024.  In support of these events, 2nd Avenue East will be closed to vehicular traffic and parking starting at 2 p.m. on November 16.

The River District’s Holiday Magic event will run from 4 p.m. until 9 p.m. and includes outdoor seating, fire tables, photos with Santa, contests, giveaways, specials, and sales at many River District Businesses, which will be open late to kick off holiday shopping.

Please be advised that City Council will hold a Special Council meeting on Monday, November 18, 2024, at 2:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall.

The purpose of the Special Council meeting is to consider one matter in Closed Session regarding the education and training of members respecting policing.

The City recognizes National Indigenous Veterans Day today, Friday, November 8, and Remembrance Day on Monday, November 11, marking these important dates with half-masted flags at City facilities. Residents are encouraged to take pause to remember and honour those who made the ultimate sacrifice for their country in the line of duty. 

We're just a few days away from the launch of the Future Owen Sound — Vision 2050 strategic planning sessions. Again, these sessions will be held at various times from November 8th to November 10th at the Harry Lumley Bayshore Community Centre (Shore Room 2), 1900 3^rd Avenue East in Owen Sound. 

An important aspect of Jay Pitter Placemaking's community engagement model is ensuring that community stakeholders are a part of the community engagement team. Ms. Pitter has worked closely with a group of local leaders with varied interests and expertise in preparation for the upcoming strategic planning sessions. 

We are proud to announce our esteemed roster of Future Owen Sound – Vision 2050 strategic planning co-facilitators.