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Cherokee Lane/Starboard Development at Gravenhurst Wharf
There is a proposal before Gravenhurst Council to develop a parcel of land in Muskoka Bay, at the east edge of Gravenhurst wharf. The proponent’s application has been deemed complete by the Town and the Town is now obtaining peer reviews of some of the reports and...
Second Call for Candidates!!
MUSKOKA NEEDS YOU!! Call for Candidates Several councillors and mayors have made the difficult decision not to run again in the Muskoka municipal election in October. Now, more than ever, Muskoka faces threats from irresponsible development that...
Ask Council to pass by-laws that will help protect Muskoka
On May 12th, the Township of Muskoka Lakes Planning Committee debated the merits of several important changes to two by-laws designed to protect what is special about Muskoka – our trees and our shoreline. Following a survey which garnered over...
Interested in Running for Municipal Council in Muskoka? Let’s Talk
On October 24th we have an election in Muskoka. This is our opportunity to be part of shaping the future of our community. We need councillors who will prioritize responsible development, environmental protection and strong fiscal management - to...
FLOATING COTTAGES – COMING TO A BAY NEAR YOU?
A new use has developed on the waterways - floating cottages. Unlike a houseboat, they are intended to be used for living space rather than travel. They are marketed as homes, but can be a navigational hazard, a visual scar and an environmental...
CALL TO ACTION RE: BOAT NOISE – HELP THE DECIBEL COALITION
Although few in number, excessively loud boats are a problem and you can help do something about it! The current regulations are too difficult for the police to enforce so the problem continues unchecked. The solution is to establish maximum...
DISTRICT OF MUSKOKA HEARS COMMENTS ON DRAFT MINETT OFFICIAL PLAN AMENDMENT
On Thursday, April 28 the District of Muskoka’s Community and Planning Services Committee held a public meeting on Minett to receive comments from the public on certain subjects of interest to the District such as water and wastewater and other...