August 30, 2010
RURAL BROADBAND PROJECT UPDATE

Middlesex County and Bell Aliant are pleased to report that 14 towers are now in service.  There are 15 towers involved in this project.  The 15th tower is new, Ailsa Craig, with  construction to be completed and active service to start in October. Residents who are served by the 14 active towers can contact Bell at 1-866-242-0008, provide their phone number and municipal address and request service.  For some addresses, an indoor modem will be all that is required; for others that are further from our tower locations, a Bell technician will be required to come to these homes to install an outdoor modem (installation fee will apply)

The County has offered public information sessions in each of the municipalities of Middlesex County served by this project.  For further information please contact Marg Rule at 519-434-7321 x2338.

For information presented please go to -  
Middlesex County Rural Connections website

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August 24, 2010
Congratulations Mackenna Roth to 2010 Middlesex County Queen of the Furrow

________________________________________________________________________ August 6, 2010 IDENTIFYING GIANT HOGWEED
“Giant hogweed can be a serious health hazard for humans. Its watery, clear sap contains photosensitizing compounds, which, when in contact with human skin and in combination with UV radiation, can cause burning. Content varies depending on plant part, but contact should be avoided at all times. The reaction of the skin depends on individual sensitivity.   As this weed is not considered a noxious weed under the Weed Control Act, its control, when found, has been on a voluntary basis only.”
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July 20, 2010
PARKHILL CREEK BRIDGE REPLACEMENT
Project Screening Report

The County of Middlesex is proposing to replace the Parkhill Creek Bridge, located on McGuffin Hills Drive, just east of Godkin Road. The existing bridge was constructed in 1910 and is in poor condition. Bridge replacement is required. In addition, a wider bridge is needed to permit two-way traffic. The proposed project is being planned under Schedule B of the Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (Class EA). Subject to comments received as a result of this Notice, and the receipt of necessary approvals, the County of Middlesex intends to proceed with the design and construction of this project. View the complete report (PDF)

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July 12, 2010
HOUSEHOLD SPECIAL WASTE DISPOSAL

Residents of Middlesex County can use this depot any time during open hours to dispose of special waste that may be hazardous to the environment.  City of London Household Special Waste Drop-off Depot (3502 Manning Drive, London) Hours of operation:  Wednesday - Saturday: 9:00am to 3:00pm (closed for stat holidays) Find out more	www.dowhatyoucan.ca

July 9, 2010
NEW DORCHESTER BRIDGE STUDY
Class Environmental Assessment and Preliminary Design

The County of Middlesex has completed a Class Environmental Assessment (EA) to determine the best long-term solution for the replacement of the existing Dorchester Bridge across the Thames River in Dorchester, Municipality of Thames Centre. View the plan

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July 8, 2010
LAUNCH OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT WEBSITE

Middlesex County officials are taking a giant step toward fulfilling their commitment to economic development in the region through the creation of a newly launched website. The website, www.investinmiddlesex.ca, is one of a series of new activities designed to stimulate economic development in the region. Created in consultation with local businesses, the site was designed to meet the needs of the existing business community and help attract new businesses at the same time. CONTINUE READING

www.investinmiddlesex.ca