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      The Township of Springwater hosts a variety of public consultations each year on a diverse range of local and province-wide subjects. Subscribe at the bottom of this page to get notifications when we're looking for citizen input through surveys, open houses or other methods.

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      Trails Master Plan

      The Township of Springwater is updating the existing Trails Master Plan (2009) to guide the future planning of trails, trail development and long-term maintenance over the next 10 years.  As the municipality continues to grow, the Plan will assist the Township in guiding and managing existing and future goals for trails in a cost effective and sustainable manner.

      Springwater has awarded Thinc Designs the contract to update Springwater's Trails Master Plan. 

      Trails Master Plan

      Parks and Recreation Master Plan

      The Township of Springwater is updating the existing Parks and Recreation Master Plan (2016) to guide the future planning of recreational facilities and services.  As the municipality continues to grow, the Plan will assist the Township in guiding and managing the direction of parks, open spaces, programs, events, facilities, and amenities in a cost effective and sustainable manner.

      Springwater has awarded Sierra Planning and Management the contract to update Springwater's Parks and Recreation Master Plan. 

      Parks and Recreation Master Plan

       Transportation Master Plan

      The Township of Springwater has initiated a Transportation Master Plan to assess the impact of traffic on Township roads.

      This  plan will explore solutions that address the projected growth until 2041. It will prioritize the secure and efficient movement of traffic within the Township and between its various communities. Moreover, the plan will take into account factors such as active transportation and the smooth movement of goods.

      The Transportation Master Plan will follow Phases 1 and 2 of the Municipal Class EA process under Master Plan approach #1 where the Master Plan will identify a plan for phased improvements and become the basis for future projects identified in the Master Plan.

      Transportation Master Plan

      Springwater's Climate Change Action Plan

      The Township of Springwater is working with the Severn Sound Environmental Association to develop a Local Climate Change Action Plan. Springwater joined the Partners for Climate Protection program in March 2022 and has committed to achieving five (5) milestones within ten (10) years. The milestones require the Township to calculate a corporate and community baseline, set a target for reduction and then develop and adopt a final plan.

      For more information – please contact sustainable@severnsound.ca (705) 534-7283 x 207

      Ward Boundary Review 

      The Township is completing a ward boundary review to ensure that electoral wards are balanced and provide residents with equitable and responsive representation.

      The primary purpose of a ward boundary review is to ensure fair and effective representation for all residents within a municipality. By periodically reviewing and, if necessary, adjusting ward boundaries, the municipality aims to achieve a more balanced distribution of population among wards. This helps to ensure that each councillor represents a similar number of constituents, thus promoting equitable representation and responsiveness to community needs.

      Final options will be presented to Council in February 2025. 

      Ward Boundary Review

      Water & Wastewater Master Plan

      The Township of Springwater is undertaking a Water and Wastewater Master Plan to evaluate current and future servicing needs. The plan  will align with the Township’s Official Plan and its mission of supporting development in designated areas, maintaining community characteristics, and preserving natural heritage.

      Public consultation is a key component of the Class EA process and the Township wants to ensure that anyone interested has the opportunity to get involved and provide input. Public Information Centres are planned for future stages of the Plan to inform the public about the steps involved in this work and to gather feedback on the alternative solutions being considered. 

      Water & Wastewater Master Plan

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