Augusta Matters: What’s Happening in Augusta
Plows and Sod Damage
February 1, 2024PLOWS AND SOD DAMAGE The Township occasionally receives calls from residents who have had the sod removed from their yard by the plow. Sod damage is the result of two factors: The roadway plow operator may have difficulty finding the edge of the road under a blanket of snow, or The ground may not be … Continue reading “Plows and Sod Damage”
Welcome to the Team!
January 17, 2024WELCOME TO THE TEAM! The Township of Augusta council and staff would like to welcome a couple of new staff members who joined us shortly before the holidays. Bill Elliott is our newest Public Works Operator. Bill brings with him 8 years of previous experience as a dump truck and heavy equipment operator. Bill is … Continue reading “Welcome to the Team!”
Gravel Roads and Grading
January 5, 2024GRAVEL ROADS AND GRADING With mild weather, gravel roads may develop some potholes and washboard sections due to the wet conditions. The Township will not be able to work on the roads until the weather is mild enough to grade. Grading while conditions are wet contributes to loose aggregate and allows more moisture to get … Continue reading “Gravel Roads and Grading”
Augusta Township Will Miss a Devoted Resident – Jonas Cole (August 12, 1947-December 23, 2023)
January 3, 2024AUGUSTA TOWNSHIP WILL MISS A DEVOTED RESIDENT JONAS COLE AUGUST 12, 1947 – DECEMBER 23, 2023 It is with sad news that a long-time resident, Jonas Cole, passed away on December 23, 2023. Jonas had always cared about the community he lived in and participated in many events. Jonas held several key positions … Continue reading “Augusta Township Will Miss a Devoted Resident – Jonas Cole (August 12, 1947-December 23, 2023)”
Welcome to the Team!
December 21, 2023Welcome to the Team! We’re a little late with this post, but Augusta Township Council and Staff would like to welcome Leslie Peterson in the 1 year contract position (maternity leave coverage) as Planning & Community Development Coordinator. Leslie brings over 15 years of administrative experience. As a legal assistant she was involved in the … Continue reading “Welcome to the Team!”
Augusta Residents You Are Amazing!
December 19, 2023AUGUSTA RESIDENTS YOU ARE AMAZING!! The South Grenville Holiday Food Drive Challenge was a HUGE success. All 3 municipalities received a lot of donations which will benefit the SG Food Bank. For the second year in a row, Augusta won! THANK YOU TO OUR RESIDENTS! Thank you so much to everyone in Augusta, … Continue reading “Augusta Residents You Are Amazing!”
Once Again, Augusta Does Not Disappoint
December 19, 2023ONCE AGAIN, AUGUSTA DOES NOT DISAPPOINT Augusta Township Council and Staff would like to say THANK YOU to everyone who picked up ornaments and brought in gifts for our Big Brothers, Big Sisters Giving Tree again this year. Not only did all the tags get picked up, but we had to ask for more and … Continue reading “Once Again, Augusta Does Not Disappoint”
New Business in Augusta: Dixon’s General Store & Cafe
December 14, 2023NEW BUSINESS IN AUGUSTA: DIXON’S GENERAL STORE & CAFE Mayor Jeff Shaver, Deputy Mayor Wynands and Councillor Pape joined in the festivities on Wednesday, December 13, 2023 at the Grand Opening of Dixon’s General Store and Café. The new store is located at 5202 County Road 15 in the heart of the village of Algonquin. … Continue reading “New Business in Augusta: Dixon’s General Store & Cafe”
Winter Art Showcase
December 13, 2023ART SHOWCASE The Township Office is proud to showcase a selection of children’s artwork from the school-aged children’s program at MTJB’s TR Leger site in Prescott. Thank you to all the artists for their beautiful contributions!
Giving Tree is Back!
November 23, 2023GIVING TREE AT TOWNSHIP OFFICE The holidays tend to be a challenging time of year for many with the pressure of wanting to give their children meaningful gifts competing with the often overwhelming responsibilities of paying bills and putting food on the table. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Leeds & Grenville are looking for community … Continue reading “Giving Tree is Back!”