Augusta Matters: What’s Happening in Augusta

Fire Chief Recognized

At the February 13, 2023 Council meeting, Fire Chief  Rob Bowman was awarded the Certified Municipal Manager Level 3 with enhancements of Fire Suppression Professional and Fire Services Executive. The Certified Municipal Manager Accreditation is offered by the Ontario Municipal Management Institute to recognize the professional and academic achievement of government employees.   Congratulations Chief! … Continue reading “Fire Chief Recognized”

50 Years of Service Celebrated

On February 1, 2023, the Township of Augusta had the pleasure of honouring one of their own for 50 years of service to the Township.  Donald Throop began his tenure with the Township on February 1, 1973, in the Public Works Department and continues to provide support on a part-time basis. Honouring Mr. Throop at … Continue reading “50 Years of Service Celebrated”

New Face in Finance

Augusta Township would like to introduce our new Finance Coordinator – Stephen Lunn. Born and raised in Eastern Ontario, Steve brings 15 years of municipal finance experience to the team at Augusta Township.  He is looking forward to helping the Township meet its goals and assisting Augusta residents with their questions and concerns regarding municipal … Continue reading “New Face in Finance”

Did You Know – Speed Signs

Speed tracking devices don’t just monitor the speed of traffic, they also count the number of vehicles using the roadway. Traffic counts are important as the Township uses these figures to classify the roads, as per the Ontario Minimum Maintenance Standards.  While these devices do track speed, most of the time the Public Works Department … Continue reading “Did You Know – Speed Signs”

HAPPY 2023!!

Have a Happy and Safe Holiday Season

Once 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 of Leeds & Grenville Giving Tree again this year. WAY TO GO EVERYONE!!  

Food Drive Results – Augusta Residents are AMAZING!

The South Grenville Food Drive Challenge was a HUGE success.  We collected a 6′ x 12′ trailer FULL of bags that were FULL of food! Thank you so much to everyone who donated food and cash – a total of $1,00 was also collected – to support two very deserving charities who help support area … Continue reading “Food Drive Results – Augusta Residents are AMAZING!”

Art Showcase at Township Office

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!

A New Term Begins

On Tuesday, November 15, 2022, the newly elected Augusta Township Council members were sworn in.  The Declaration of Office was administered by Solicitor Michael Johnston in front of an audience of family, friends, community members and township staff. The first regular meeting of the new Council will take place on Monday, November 28, 2022 at … Continue reading “A New Term Begins”