| Frequently Asked Questions
On these pages we will attempt to
answer the most common questions. If you have any
questions you care to ask, please feel free to call, write
or
e-mail us at
smith.hpayne@xplornet.com
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When is my garbage pick-up?
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| The
Township of Hornepayne presently has a contract with Haley
Construction for pickup and maintenance of the local
landfill site. Garbage pick-up schedule is every Tuesday
for the entire municipality. |
| How many
bags of garbage am I allowed to be picked up per week? |
| Each single family dwelling is allowed 4 green
garbage bags per week. Bags must be in a proper garbage
bins. Contractor is not required to pick up loose bags or
small bags from food store. |
| Who do I call to find my lost dog or report
strays? |
| Our Public Works
Officers will be able to help. Call them at 868-2212 or
call the municipal office at 868-2020 |
| Can I burn
my brush or obtain a fire permit? |
| Please contact
our Fire Department or the municipal office. |
| Who do I
call about my water service and water bills? |
| Water and Sewer
operations are handled by Ontario Clean Water Agency
868-2763
Billing is the responsibility of the
Township of Hornepayne 868-2020
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| I need a
commissioner to witness my signature, do you have one? |
| The Municipal
office has 3 individuals who are able to commission your papers. |
| Want to do
some fund raising for your favorite charity? |
| Please call our
Administration Department for assistance with lottery
licensing requirements. |
| Who is the Town Clerk? |
| Mrs. Susan Smith,
she may be reached at the municipal office
868-2020 ext.26
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| Who is our Treasurer? |
| Mrs. Line Guindon, she may be reached at the municipal
office
868-2020 ext.25
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| Who is the Road Supervisor? |
| Mr. Robert
Dumoulin, he may be reached at the
Public Works Garage
868-2212
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| Who is the Recreation Director? |
| Mr. Drago
Stefanic, he may be reached at the
Town Centre Pool
868-2590
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| How can I contact the Town Hall? |
| Call 868-2020
Monday to Friday between 8.00am and 4.00pm
We do not close during lunch hour |
| How much does a marriage license costs? |
| $75.00 no taxes
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| When does Council meet? |
| Regular meetings of Council
are at 6.00pm on the 2nd and 4th Tueesday of
every month, in the Municipal Council Chambers, 68 Front
Street. |
| What is the population of Hornepayne? |
| Year 2006 Census indicates
the population to be1200 |
| Is the application form for a birth
certificate available at the municipal office?? |
| Yes, cost for an Ontario
wallet size certificate is $25.00 and a replacement is $35.00
You can apply online at
www.serviceontario.ca |
| What is a By-Law? |
| By-laws are the
formal instrument through which the corporate powers of
the Township are exercised. By-laws deal with a wide
variety of topics such as appointments, borrowing, Council
procedure, signing authority, debentures, licensing,
animal control, zoning and agreements of all types,
including land transactions, easements, hiring of senior
personnel, leases, development agreements, union
agreements, etc. By-laws must have the authority of
legislation behind them.
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| What is a resolution? |
| A resolution is
a statement of Council's position on a matter at one point
in time. It is important to understand that Council's
expressed position can change. Resolutions do not carry
the weight of law, such as a by-law and are often used to
provide procedural direction for municipal administration.
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