Muskoka Lakes Township has updated its website to allow residents greater information on local water levels.
Water levels have been a common issue raised by residents to council in recent years. The new webpage is an attempt to better address public concerns and to allow up to date information.
The page can be found under the environment and natural resources tab. The information on the page includes information on water levels, how water is managed by both the Township and the province, weather conditions and how they impact water levels and information on how staff will react if water levels become concerning.
At the Wednesday council meeting, Councillor Glenn Zavitz said that the webpage was a needed development for the Township.
“This is fabulous, this is amazing and I’m so excited to be somehow part of it,” Zavitz said.
Zavitz said that he was already directing residents and community groups to the page.
“I’ve already turned on quite a number of user groups to this in the last 24 hours. And the property owner’s associations are just ecstatic,” Zavitz said.
The webpage includes details of what to do if water levels reach concerning levels. This includes access to emergency communication, contact information for the Ministry of Forestry and Natural Resources and Forestry and the District of Muskoka. The page also includes information on how citizens can respond to water levels.
Councillors Zavitz and Susan Mazan stated that this would mean councillors would receive fewer calls as they would be able to direct residents to the new page. Mazan expressed gratitude towards staff for their efforts.
“I just want to thank staff for actually taking the time to do a very comprehensive, easy to read communication piece. It’s a starting point, but it’s a really important one so thank you,” Mazan said.
The webpage was completed as the spring thaw begins. Residents can access the webpage here.
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