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Blue Water

Municipal Updates

Municipal Election

The HBM Township Municipal Council

Here are the candidates you elected in 2022 to represent your interests as a waterfront owner on Council.  
Mayor: Jim Martin

Deputy Mayor: Hart Webb

Councillor at Large:  Kathy Clement
Township Ward Councillor: Jerry Doherty
Village Ward: Beverly Flagler
For additional information, visit the HMB Township Municipal site

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HBM Honours Veterans

Next fall up to 25 Banners honouring veterans will hang in the village of Havelock from Sept 1st, till November 11th. If you would like to personally recognize a veteran, perhaps from your family, you can sponsor a banner at an approximate cost of $200. The Banner will hang for 3-5 years and will then be yours to keep.  Please submit this application by late Spring.

A Military Service Recognition Boo is also published every October. If you know of someone who served in Ontario, you can register them at any time for free. Here is the application to register.

Ellen Kocik is the Veterans Service Officer of the Legion in Havelock. She encourages any Veterans needing assistance to reach out to her at legion.389.havelock@gmail.com   

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Township Ward System dissolved

At their Aug 15, 2024 meeting, the HBM Council voted to disband the Ward System for township elections. Public input was solicited by survey and at in-person meetings - thanks to all residents who completed the survey that came with your tax bill, and to Jen Cummings and Terry Rees for their in-person presentation. There was overwhelming support for dissolving the system. This means that Kasshabog property owners will be able to vote for all five council positions (mayor, deputy mayor and 3 councillors). Previously, we could not vote for one council position (the village councillor). The LKRA supported this move and thanks Council for ensuring our voices are heard. Click Here to read the background PDF on this issue prepared by LKRA.

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HBM Township Fireworks By-law  

For centuries, fireworks have been used to celebrate major holidays and events. However, as our environment and the lake become increasingly vulnerable, we now must reconsider how and when we use them. Why?
 

  • We now know that fireworks cause extensive air pollution in a short amount of time. 

  • Harmful metals are released that can also contaminate soil and lake water and have negative, long-lasting effects. 

  • Then there are the animals:  take dogs for instance. Dogs are able to hear up to 60,000hz, while humans can’t hear anything above 20,000hz. This auditory acuity of dogs is one of the reasons the sound of fireworks can be so harmful to them. Many suffer from overwhelming anxiety when they are unable to escape from the sound. Other wildlife suffers as well, especially our vulnerable loons!
     

The Township of Havelock-Belmont-Methuen has passed a new Fireworks By-law.  All residents should carefully familiarize themselves with the regulations pertaining to when, how, and what is required if you are planning a consumer recreational firework display. For starters, you MUST now obtain a permit from the Fire Chief or designate prior to holding a fireworks display and prove that your intended display meets all By-law regulations. 

 

In 2024 displays will only be allowed on: 

  • Victoria Day weekend, May 18, 19, 20, from 7-11 pm

  • Canada Day weekend, June 29, 30, July 1, from 7-11 pm

  • Civic Holiday weekend, Aug 3, 4, 5, from 7-11 pm

  • Labour Day weekend, Aug 31, Sept 1, 2, from 7-11 pm 

  • New Year’s Eve, Dec. 31, from 7 pm - 1 am the following day

Note: No fireworks will be permitted if a Township Fire Ban is in effect. Flying lanterns continue to be prohibited at all times. 

 

There are also important regulations pertaining to WHERE you can hold firework displays. You are encouraged to read the new By-law carefully!  For those renting out their cottage, ensure that your tenants are aware of the regulations. As an owner, you will be held responsible for any contravention of this By-law.

For more information and permit forms visit HBM’s website:  https://www.hbmtwp.ca/en/township-services/resources/Documents/By-Law-2022-18-to-Regulate-the-Sale-and-Setting-Off-of-Fireworks-within-the-Township.pdf

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HBM Township Garbage 

A Transfer Station Card is required before entry is permitted at the Transfer Stations. Only material generated within the Township of Havelock-Belmont-Methuen will be accepted at the sites listed below. 

Garbage bags must each be tagged. A pack of five tags can be purchased for $6.00 from the Municipal Office in Havelock, Foodland, East End Market, and at the transfer stations.
Note:  Only credit and debit cards are accepted for payment at the 6th Line Transfer Station. Cash only is accepted at all other locations.

All garbage must be placed in CLEAR plastic bags. This mandatory program has been shown to have a positive impact on keeping recyclable materials out of landfills while helping to protect the environment. One privacy bag is accepted per clear bag. Recycle and compost wherever possible. For more information visit: https://www.hbmtwp.ca/en/living-here/garbage-recycling-and-waste.aspx

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Transfer Station Hours 
For Summer and Winter Dump Hours click here​​​​​​​​​​

Fireworks ByLaw
Garbage & Recycling Info
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