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Final Fall Leaf & Yard Waste Curbside Collection coming

Posted on Monday, October 21, 2024 10:01 AM

This Fall, there will be a second Leaf & Yard waste curbside collection. The first collection took place between Oct. 1 and 11.

“The two collections give us an opportunity to increase the amount of leaf and yard waste collected and diverted from the landfill,” said Jason Sherband, Manager of Solid Waste & Recycling Services. “If we see the tonnage go up, we’ll know that the extra collection is a valuable service for residents. We’re certainly hearing a lot of positive comments.”

The second...

City wants feedback on recreation and culture assets and services

Posted on Friday, October 18, 2024 11:24 AM

The City of Thunder Bay will collect public feedback on Recreation and Culture Division services through a public survey, as part of the process to update the Asset Management Plan (AMP).

The Asset Management Plan helps the City make informed decisions about services related to infrastructure and assets. The City is conducting a series of short surveys to gather feedback regarding City services. The information gathered in the surveys will help identify areas for improvement and investment...

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Fall street sweeping now underway

Posted on Wednesday, October 16, 2024 11:36 AM

In preparation for winter, crews have begun the City of Thunder Bay’s fall street sweeping program. The program focuses on removing leaves and debris from the roadway to prevent blockage of storm sewer drains.

Sweeping operations started today, October 16 and typically run until the middle of November.

Drivers and pedestrians are asked to use extra caution around street sweeping operations.

If you have questions about street sweeping in your area, contact Dispatch at 807-625-2195.

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City podcast ‘The Minutes’ recognized by Information and Privacy Commissioner

Posted on Tuesday, October 15, 2024 02:57 PM

The City of Thunder Bay’s podcast, The Minutes, has been recognized by the Information and Privacy Commissioner of Ontario (IPC), in the 2024 Transparency Challenge.

The podcast, produced weekly when City Council meets, gives a summary of what happened at Council that week, focusing on decisions made, and the impact it will have on people in Thunder Bay.

Each episode also includes an in-depth interview with a member of City administration, focusing on a major topic at Council that week.

“It really...

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New General Manager Corporate Services & City Treasurer

Posted on Tuesday, October 15, 2024 02:23 PM

Following an extensive search and selection process, City Manager John Collin is pleased to announce Keri Greaves as the new General Manager Corporate Services and City Treasurer.

Keri has served in the role of City Treasurer and a member of the Executive Leadership Team for the last year. He will retain the statutory role of City Treasurer as he takes on his new responsibilities overseeing the entire Corporate Services Department.

Prior to joining the City of Thunder Bay, Keri served as the...