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FORT ERIE (July 26, 2024) – On September 1, 2022, the Town of Fort Erie initiated a Short-Term Rental Land Use Study to develop and recommend a land use approach to directing and regulating short-term rentals within the Town’s boundaries. The work entailed in-depth research and public engagement, followed by the development of several options for consideration and, ultimately, a recommendation made to Town Council.

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FORT ERIE (June 3, 2024) – The Town of Fort Erie is delighted to announce the official ground-breaking construction of the long-awaited Ridgeway Centre, a new multi-use, retail commercial development at the intersection of Gorham Road and Dominion Road, servicing the Ridgeway, Crystal Beach, and Stevensville areas.

With an initial investment of $10 million, Phase 1 of the development includes 16,000 square feet of commercial space.

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FORT ERIE (May 1, 2024) – The Town of Fort Erie's decision to oppose a development proposal along its historic waterfront properties on Erie Road was upheld by the Ontario Land Tribunal.  On Monday, April 29, 2024, the Ontario Land Tribunal (OLT) dismissed an appeal to amend the Town of Fort Erie’s Zoning By-law ( Wednesday, May 01, 2024

Fort Erie, Ontario - April 16, 2024—Through the distribution of ISO-certified solar eclipse glasses, the Town of Fort Erie has raised an astounding 16,609 donations leading up to the Total Solar Eclipse on Monday, April 8, 2024.  The effort directly supports the Town’s Strategic Plan pillar, “Quality of Life and Community Well-Being.

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FORT ERIE (March 20, 2023) – On March 18, 2024, the Town of Fort Erie Council approved Wednesday, March 20, 2024

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Being prepared, being safe and being part of a cosmic experience

FORT ERIE (March 14, 2024) - On Monday, April 8, 2024, Fort Erie and the Niagara Region will experience a Total Solar Eclipse. The eclipse will move northeast across North America and pass directly over Fort Erie.

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FORT ERIE (March 1, 2024) – Town of Fort Erie Council identified health care as its top priority in the 2022 – 2026 Corporate Strategic Plan, leading to substantial efforts towards improving health care delivery in Fort Erie.

Town leaders have engaged in extensive meetings and discussions with Minister of Health, Sylvia Jones, at the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) conference, the Hospice Niagara tour, the South Niagara ground-breaking event, and.

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FORT ERIE (February 9, 2024): Fort Erie Town Council approved the 2024 Budget in principle, with a 5.5 percent increase for the Town’s portion of the residential property tax.

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The Town of Fort Erie Accessibility Advisory Committee (AAC) continues to work on ways to make our community more accessible.

In partnership with the StopGap Foundation, funding for a pilot project was made available to provide a temporary ramp into stores that have one step between 2” and 9”.

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Fort Erie to host Mayor's Forum on Diversity and Inclusion

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FORT ERIE (October 12, 2023) – The "Mayor's Forum on Diversity and Inclusion" to be held Friday, November 10, 2023, from 8:30 AM - 2:00 PM, will be a transformative gathering to effect change and foster inclusive spaces in our community.

In partnership with the Fort Erie Diversity and Inclusion Coalition, this event brings together thought leaders, professionals, activists, and advocates from diverse.

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