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Take notice that the Planning and Development Committee will hold a hybrid public meeting on August 6, 2025 at 2:30 P.M. This meeting will be held in a Hybrid format in accordance with Section 238 of the Municipal Act, and the Town’s Procedure By-law, which provide for Electronic Participation.

I, Mayor Rick Maloney, hereby issue this direction to staff in accordance with s.284.3, 284.4 and 284.16 of the Municipal Act, 2001, to prepare and present the 2026 Mayor’s Budget and Business Plan as shown in the 2026 Mayor’s Budget and Business Plan Development Guidelines and Schedule contained in Staff Report FN012-25, using the incremental methodology as has been undertaken in the development of past budgets.

View this Mayoral Decision/Direction: https://bracebridge.civicweb.net/document/30369

I, Mayor Rick Maloney, hereby issue this decision in accordance with s.7(7) of Ontario Regulation 530/22, to shorten the 10-day period to veto Council amendments to the 2026 Mayor’s Budget and Business Plan to five (5) days as shown in the 2026 Mayor’s Budget and Business Plan Development Guidelines and Schedule contained in Staff Report FN012-25.

View this Mayoral Decision/Direction: https://bracebridge.civicweb.net/document/30368

Reporting to the Manager of Recreation Programs and Services or designate, the Recreation Programmer – Wellness is responsible for the delivery of the Town’s recreation programs and events through the creation of new programs, planning, scheduling, program supervision, staff supervision, leading programs as needed, and providing quality customer service to patrons.

Reporting to the Recreation Business Services Coordinator or designate, the Customer Service Assistant is responsible for promoting events and programs, collecting payment for admissions, and ensuring cash is balanced at the end of each shift. The Customer Service Assistant will also provide information to the public regarding activity schedules and admission rates, answer and direct phone calls, print reports and assist with administrative and light duty cleaning.

The July 2, 2025 Council Correspondence is now available.

Reporting to the Manager of Facilities or designate, the Facility Attendant is responsible for assisting in the maintenance of all department facilities, performing minor maintenance tasks, room and event setups, custodial services, and associated record keeping. 

he Ministry of Natural Resources is advising area residents that a Watershed Conditions Statement - Water Safety Bulletin is in effect until Friday, July 4 for the Muskoka River Watershed and Black River. Please exercise caution while around bodies of water. A Water Safety rating indicates that high flows, or other factors could be dangerous, but flooding is not expected.

Beginning in July, the Town of Bracebridge is constructing a new signalized pedestrian crossover on Clearbrook Trail at the intersection of Windsong Crescent and Rosemead Close. Temporary lane closures may take place during the construction period.

The Town of Bracebridge is making it easier than ever for local teens to stay active, have fun, and connect with friends this summer, now, with double the activities. The Recreation Department is excited to offer the Summer Youth Pass, giving students aged 13 to 17 unlimited access to a wide range of recreation amenities and drop-in activities for only $50.