Notice of Council Meeting - Wednesday, December 14, 2022 - 6:30pm

Notice of Town Council Meeting Wednesday, December 14, 2022 - 6:30pm.

Council meetings occur on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month, commencing at 6:30 pm.

Agendas are posted at least 48 hours before the meeting, and delegation requests are required to be submitted a minimum of a week before the meeting.

If you wish to be a delegation, please complete the delegation request form.

Council Meeting Location: Deseronto Town Hall.

Meeting Agenda - open pdf

HPE COVID, Cold & Flu Care Clinics

Note: Clinics are open to all ages

Is the COVID, Cold & Flu Care Clinic the right place for you?

  • You are experiencing symptoms of COVID-19, strep, bronchitis, pneumonia, ear infection, cold or flu, sinus infection, vomiting or diarrhea.

  • You have been unable to book an appointment with your primary care provider, or a health care professional has referred you to this clinic.

  • You are unable to safely monitor your symptoms at home.

  • You are at higher risk of severe illness, such as immunocompromised individuals regardless of vaccine status.

What to bring with you

  • You should bring a list of your medication and a list of any important medical conditions to your appointment for a clinical assessment.

  • Health card if you have one.

Appointments must be pre-booked.

This is not a vaccination clinic. Clinic locations and hours are subject to change based on staffing.

Belleville Clinic

Belleville Quinte West Community Health Centre
161 Bridge St. West Belleville, Ontario
Hours of Operation
Monday, Thursday, Friday 5:00pm to 9:00pm
Sunday 9:00am to 1:00pm
Closed on statutory holidays

Book an appointment by visiting: www.hpeoht.ca/covid-cold-flu-care-clinics.
(Only online booking available starting 24 hours prior to clinic opening)

Tweed Clinic

Gateway Community Health Centre
41 McClellan St. Tweed, Ontario
Hours of Operation
Tuesday & Wednesday 4:30pm to 8:30pm
Saturday 9:00am to 1:00pm
Closed on statutory holidays

Book an appointment by calling - 613-478-1906 Extension 294

If you have one or more of the following symptoms, you should immediately call 911 or go to an Emergency Department:

  • Severe difficulty breathing (struggling for each breath, can only speak in single words)

  • Severe chest pain (constant tightness or crushing sensation)

  • Feeling confused or unsure of where you are

  • Losing consciousness

  • Children with recorded fever greater than 38 Celsius AND who are under 2 months of age

  • Children with any difficulty breathing, using chest muscles to breathe, severe lethargy (not waking up to drink), neck stiffness

CHRISTMAS COMES EARLY FOR Deseronto Public Library

FLEXspace for the Deseronto Public Library

$45,000 COMMUNITY GRANTS AWARDED TO SUPPORT FLEXspace Project

Deseronto, ON – December 7, 2022

Today we are excited to announce that Deseronto Public Library has been awarded a grant of $45,000 to support the FLEXspace Project which will bring a flexible and modern programming space to the Deseronto Public Library.

The purpose of the FLEXspace is to refresh and redesign the back rooms of the Deseronto Public Library, which were previously used as the computer lab and archives area. The project will result in a new resource for the community and surrounding area that will empower residents to explore new skills, build upon existing experience, and future-proof the Deseronto Public Library for whatever the future may hold.

This grant is part of The Commonwell Mutual Insurance Group’s new L.E.A.F. (Learning Engagement & Accelerator Fund). The company invited community groups from across Eastern, Central and Western Ontario to apply for a total of $300,000 in grants that focus on learning and building the skills and capacity of local communities.

“We are absolutely thrilled to receive this generous funding from The Commonwell Mutual Insurance Group. The L.E.A.F. grant is helping us bring new resources and possibilities to the Deseronto Public Library and it cannot be understated how important education opportunities are for anyone at any age.” – Julie Lane, CEO/Librarian of the Deseronto Public Library.

A step beyond typical funding, The Commonwell’s L.E.A.F. (Learning & Engagement Accelerator Fund) is supporting community projects that focus on learning new skills and building resiliency and capacity for the long-term health of the communities.  

"We had almost 100 applications and they were all worthy of supporting. Making the selection was difficult, but we feel the 2022 L.E.A.F. grant recipients represent a very impressive range of community causes that will result in a long-term community investment by funding the sharing of knowledge.”  said Tim Shauf, President and CEO of The Commonwell Mutual Insurance Group. “We are excited to see these programs and initiatives across Commonwell Country come to life and serve the people and communities for years to come.”

About the Deseronto Public Library:

The Deseronto Public Library has been serving the community of Deseronto as a public library since May 1st, 1896. Providing safe, inclusive, and inspiring opportunities and resources to the community and surrounding area is what drives the organization to fulfill its mission to be the doorway to life-long-learning for every citizen. You can learn more by visiting their website at deserontopubliclibrary.ca or by contacting Julie Lane, CEO/Librarian, at ceo@deserontopubliclibrary.ca or by phone at 613-396-2744.

About The Commonwell Mutual Insurance Group:


Established January 1, 2014, The Commonwell is a merger of three longstanding mutual insurance companies built on more than a century of hands-on commitment to the local communities it serves. Since its founding eight years ago, The Commonwell Mutual Insurance Group operates on the same historical premise as its three legacy companies – maintaining a focus on local presence and service that builds strong long-term relationships to benefit the greater community. You can learn more in the first annual Care To Grow Impact Report 2022.

Enter A Float In The Santa Claus Parade

We are still looking for floats and participants for our upcoming Holiday Parade (This Saturday, November 26th at 4:00pm).

Deseronto Staff has been working to fill spots and we could use your help.

If you know of any businesses or organizations that would like to add an entry in our Parade, we would welcome their participation.

If interested; they can call the Town Hall Monday to Friday 8:30am-4:30 pm or contact the town manager Rob Hedley at 613-396-2440 or email rhedley@deseronto.ca

Please share and push this message along. All help is appreciated

Request for Volunteer Board Members for the Deseronto Public Library

The Town of Deseronto is currently seeking letters of interest from individuals who are looking to become a member of the Deseronto Public Library Board.  This position involves a commitment of one meeting every month, with a summer and winter holiday break (minimum of 9 meetings per year), and possible supplementary meetings as required.  Any person is qualified to sit on the board if they meet the following criteria:

  • A person is qualified to be appointed as a member of a board who is a member of the appointing council or,

    1. is at least eighteen years old;

    2. is a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident of Canada within the meaning of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (Canada);

  • is,

  • (i) a resident of the municipality for which the board is established in the case of a public library board, a resident of one of the municipalities for which the board is established in the case of a union board, a resident of one of the participating municipalities in the case of a county library board, or a resident of the area served by the board in the case of a county library co-operative board,

  • (ii) a resident of a municipality that has a contract with the board under section 29,

  • (iii) a resident of the board area of a local service board that has a contract with the board under section 29,

  • (iv) a member of an Indian band that has a contract with the board under section 29, or

  • (v) a member of a second board that has entered into a contract with the board to purchase from it library services for the residents of the second board; and

  • (d) is not employed by the board or by the municipality or county or, in the case of a union board, by any of the affected municipalities.  R.S.O. 1990, c. P.44, s. 10 (1); 2002, c. 18, Sched. F, s. 3 (9); 2019, c. 14, Sched. 12, s. 1.

The duty of the Deseronto Public Library Board is to provide comprehensive, effective, and efficient library service that reflects the community’s needs and builds community capacity.

The stakeholders of today’s libraries expect strong leadership.  Consequently, modern governance must reach to embrace new ideas and forge strong relationships that will support the library in its vision, mission, and values. 

Vision Statement:

The Deseronto Public Library is a leader in celebrating reading and transforming lives through knowledge and information.  The library provides accessible services through current technology and contemporary facilities.  The library is a recognized contributor to the high quality of life in the community through exceptional services and valued partnerships. 

Mission Statement:

A Citizen’s Doorway to Lifelong Learning.

 

Statement of Values:

Creativity, imagination, curiosity, equity, intellectual freedom, customer service, community connectedness, and teamwork.

All interested applicants should submit their letter of interest with the details of their education and/or experience that they feel would be beneficial to the Deseronto Public Library Board.  All letters must be received by Friday, December 2nd, 2022 addressed to:

Mr. Rob Hedley, Town Manager
Town of Deseronto
331 Main Street
P.O. Box 310
Deseronto, ON
K0K 1X0
Fax 613-396-3141
E-Mail – rhedley@deseronto.ca

Notice of Council Meeting - Wednesday, November 9, 2022 - 6:30pm

Notice of Town Council Meeting Wednesday, November 9, 2022 - 6:30pm.

Council meetings occur on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month commencing at 6:30 pm.

Agendas are posted at least 48 hours before the meeting, and delegation requests are required to be submitted a minimum of a week before the meeting.

If you wish to be a delegation, please complete the delegation request form.

Council Meeting Location: Deseronto Town Hall.

Meeting Agenda - open pdf

The Deseronto Fitness Centre Re-Opening November 4, 2022

The Deseronto Fitness Centre will re-open on Friday November 4th, 2022.  The Fitness Centre will only be open during the times below; when the arena is open to the public:

Sunday                              9 am – 3 pm

Monday thru Friday        6 pm – 9 pm

Saturdays                         8 am – 1 pm

 Regular membership rates will apply.  Please stop by the Town Hall to have your membership card renewed.  All limitations/restrictions have been removed.

Boot Camp and Yoga Nights at Deseronto Community Center

The Town of Deseronto is pleased to announce that they have partnered with Mandi Wilson of Elite Coach Mandi. Mandi will be hosting indoor Boot Camp on Tuesday nights and Yoga on Thursday nights at 6:00 pm at the Deseronto Community Centre.

No need to pre-register – just bring your mat, water and weights and join in on the fun.

Due to the Town’s sponsorship, there will only be a nominal fee of $3.00 per class

Fall Leaf Collection - November 14-17, 2022

The Public Works Department will be performing a fall curbside clean-up of leaves starting Monday, November 14th, 2022 until Thursday, November 17th, 2022.

All leaves must be RAKED TO THE CURB (NOT IN BAGS) no later than Sunday, November 13, as the Town staff will only be collecting in each area once. 

This is for LEAVES ONLY; no other materials will be picked up at this time.

COVID 19 Precautions

Please be patient with Town staff as the collection process may take longer than expected due to physical distancing.  Please do not approach Town staff during collection.

Notice of Council Meeting - Wednesday, October 26, 2022 - 6:30pm

Notice of Town Council Meeting Wednesday, October 26, 2022 - 6:30pm.

Council meetings occur on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month commencing at 6:30 pm.

Agendas are posted at least 48 hours before the meeting, and delegation requests are required to be submitted a minimum of a week before the meeting.

If you wish to be a delegation, please complete the delegation request form.

Council Meeting Location: Deseronto Town Hall.

Meeting Agenda - open pdf