LET'S SEE YOUR CHRISTMAS SPIRIT

The Town of Deseronto is hosting a Holiday Light & House Decorating Contest.

To register your home, please email pmiller@deseronto.ca by 4:00 PM on December 16.

Voting will be open from December 17, 2024 @ 9:00 AM TO December 20th @ 12:00 PM (Noon)

Winners will be determined by the most “love” or “like” votes received on the Town of Deseronto Facebook page.

Media Release

For Immediate Release

 December 4, 2024

THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF DESERONTO

DESERONTO, ONTARIO

 SUBJECT: Unattended Open-Air Fires

 

With the recent number of small fires being set on vacant or municipal properties, the Deseronto Fire Department would like to remind residents that the lighting of open-air fires requires a permit.  Fires must always be supervised and fully extinguished before being left.

Fires deliberately set or left unattended can lead to larger fires that threaten nearby property and structures.  These types of unattended fires may lead to legal consequences.

 For more information please refer to the Open Air Burn By-Law #14-16. 

 If you witness an unattended open-air fire, please call 911.  If you happen to witness the person starting the fire, please report that information to the Police.

 Residents are also reminded to have "WORKING" Smoke and Carbon Monoxide alarms on ALL levels of your residence.  This is an Ontario Fire Code law and is enforceable.

BE SAFE - BE SURE YOUR SMOKE AND CARBON MONOXIDE ALARMS ARE "WORKING" FOR YOU!

Employment Opportunity - Operator/Maintainer

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY – FULL-TIME PERMANENT      

OPERATOR / MAINTAINER

The Town of Deseronto is currently seeking qualified individuals to assist in the Public Works Department.  Duties include, but are not limited to winter maintenance operations, parks maintenance, assisting with excavations for water & sewer, pothole repair, and operating and maintaining various equipment.

The position is 40 hours per week and will require some night and weekend shifts.  

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:

·      Grade 12 secondary school diploma

·      Possess and maintain a valid Class ‘D’ driver’s license with ‘Z’ endorsement with a clean driver’s abstract

·      Possess or agree to obtain training in WHMIS, First Aid, Chainsaw Safety, Occupational Health & Safety, and Traffic Control in Construction.

·      A minimum of 2 years relative road maintenance or road construction experience would be an asset

·      Knowledge of snow removal and snow removal procedures an asset

·      Ability to lift 50 lbs independently

·      Ability to work outside in all weather conditions

·      Mechanically inclined with ability to troubleshoot basic mechanical and electrical defects

·      Understanding of applicable health and safety regulations and standard practices

 The Town of Deseronto offers a competitive salary (commensurate with qualifications) and a comprehensive benefits package.

Interested persons are invited to submit a resume and covering letter to the following:      

 Bryan Brooks, Town Manager

Town of Deseronto

331 Main Street  P.O. Box 310

Deseronto, ON

K0K 1X0

bbrooks@deseronto.ca

Note: There is no application period posted for this position. Candidates that are selected for an interview will be offered an in-person interview on short notice. Interviews will be held until the position has been filled with the successful candidate starting as soon as possible.

 We thank all applicants that apply and advise that only those to be interviewed will be contacted. In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act 2001, S.O. 2001, c. 25, and will be used for the purpose of candidate selection.

Employment Opportunity - Transit Operator

Employment Opportunity – Transit Operator

Deseronto Transit is currently seeking two dedicated customer focused individuals to join our team of Transit Operators. 

RESPONSIBILITIES:  Transit Operators will be responsible for providing safe reliable and efficient transportation to Deseronto and surrounding area residents.   Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:   

•               driving scheduled bus routes, 

•               providing information to passengers about fares schedules and stops,   

•               performing pre-trip vehicle inspections in accordance with governing legislation,

•               documenting driving hours in accordance with governing legislation,

•               completing other reports and documents as necessary

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:  Qualifications we are seeking include but are not limited to: 

•               Safety conscious driver

•                Customer service experience;

•               Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and courteously with the public

•               Be able to work a flexible work schedule that includes early mornings and afternoons 

•               Good working knowledge of the Highway Traffic Act

•               CPR/First Aid certification an asset

•               Must obtain a clean CPIC with Vulnerable Sector Screening

•               Must possess a Class F or equivalent driver’s licence in good standing

 

Successful candidates must be reliable, have a strong work ethic and be able to work independently or as a team player. 

Applications will continue to be accepted until full complement have been hired.  Applications can be mailed, emailed, or submitted in person to:  

Gail Maracle, Clerk

Town of Deseronto

331 Main Street, P.O. Box 310

Deseronto, ON K0K 1X0 

Email: gmaracle@deseronto.ca  

 

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted. In accordance with Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, and will only be used for candidate selection purposes.

 

November 28, 2024 - Hydrant Flushing - North Street

Hydrant flushing will occur tomorrow on North Street between the hours of  7am and 4pm. Customers may experience a slight discolouration of water/loss of pressure while we flush in the distribution system, but note that the colour does not compromise the safety of the water as it’s only a buildup of sediment from the pipes. Running the cold tap for a few minutes should clear any colour right up.

Public Notice

PUBLIC NOTICE

Special Meeting of Council Tuesday November 26, 2024 Closed Session- 4:30p.m

Council Chambers at Deseronto Town Hall

 

TAKE NOTICE that a Special Closed Session Meeting of Council will be held on Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 4:30p.m in the Council Chambers at Deseronto Town Hall regarding the following:

I. Municipal Act, s. 239 (3.1) (1) for the purposes of Education or training for Council members.

The Special Closed Session meeting of Deseronto Town Council will be held in­ person.

If you have any inquiries regarding the above noted meeting, please contact Gail Maracle, Clerk at gmaracle@deseronto.ca or Bryan Brooks, Town Manager at bbrooks@deseronto.ca.

Bryan Brooks Town Manager

Canada Post

Canada Post Strike

The Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) has announced it intends to begin a national strike on Friday, November 15 at 12:01 a.m. ET.  Canada Post’s operations will shut down during a national strike, affecting millions of Canadians and businesses across the country.

Please be advised that during the Canada Post strike, payments can be made to the Town Hall using various methods, including:

  • e-Transfer to mnicholls@deseronto.ca

  • Pre-Authorized Payments

  • In-person at the front counter during regular business hours (8:30 AM – 4:30 PM, Monday to Friday)

  • Drop box located at the front door of the Town Hall