During the summer of 2020, the Town of Fort Erie (Town) became aware of fencing constructed along the waterfront access point at the end of Graeber Avenue, identified on Geopedia as “0 Crystal Beach Drive”. Town staff conducted a review…
Public Announcement: Graeber Avenue Ownership (0 Crystal Beach Drive)
Approval of Lift provides Independence at Community Pool
FORT ERIE (May 31, 2022) – In recognition and celebration of National AccessAbility Week,Town Council approved the purchase of a pool lift for the E.J. Freeland Centre to assist thosewith mobility challenges to enter the pool independently and safely.The report…
Fort Erie On-Demand Transit service receives expansion approval from Council
FORT ERIE (May 30, 2022) – Town Council approved a report from staff proposing updates toOn-Demand Transit operations to continue providing riders with a high-performanceexperience. The expansion includes purchasing three additional On-Demand vehicles and up to$425,000 in extra operational funding…
Environmentally Friendly Settlement has been reached in Waverly Woods Development
FORT ERIE (May 16, 2022) – The Town of Fort Erie is pleased to announce an Ontario LandTribunal settlement has been reached between the Town of Fort Erie, Community Voices ofFort Erie, and 800460 Ontario Ltd regarding the proposed Harbourtown…
Mayor Redekop: Fort Erie Grieves with our “Good Neighbours” in Buffalo
FORT ERIE (May 16, 2022) Statement from Fort Erie Mayor Wayne Redekop:“The residents of Fort Erie are shocked and horrified at the senseless shooting ofinnocent people in Buffalo. The knowledge that the shooter was racially motivated isextremely troubling. There is…
The Town of Fort Erie appoints new CAO (Chris McQueen)
FORT ERIE (April. 05, 2022) The Town of Fort Erie has found its next CAO. Mayor Redekop on behalf of Town Council is pleased to announce that Chris McQueen has accepted the position of CAO (Chief Administrative Officer) for the…
Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority: THE ANNUAL SPRING THAW, FLOODING, AND WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
Spring brings the promise of warmer temperatures, longer sunny days, and limitless recreational opportunities, but it also means melting snow and heavy rain can increase the risk of flooding. “As these warmer temperatures begin to set in, our team continues…
2022 Bay Beach operation updates
FORT ERIE (March. 29, 2022) Recently, Town Council approved a report from staff proposing updates to Bay Beach operations. To ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all beach patrons, the Town will be making updates to its Bay Beach…
Fort Erie updates mask mandate at Town facilities
FORT ERIE (March 18, 2022) The Province has announced that it is lifting the mask requirement in most settings as of March 21, 2022. To enhance the safety of our staff, the Town of Fort Erie is extending its current…
Regional Chair Bradley and Niagara’s 12 mayors make joint decision to end the State of Emergency related to the COVID-19 pandemic
Regional Chair Jim Bradley and Niagara’s local municipal mayors offer the following joint statement regarding the decision to lift the State of Emergency: “Effective Tuesday, March 15 at 12:01 a.m., Niagara’s municipalities are officially ending the municipal States of Emergency…