B. Weldon Park in Arva. Court lines will be painted later this summer once the asphalt has cured. For baseball fans, diamonds at Poplar Hill and Komoka Parks have been updated with new backstops this spring. Splash Pads Open for the Summer Middlesex Centre splash pads in Komoka, Kilworth and Ilderton are open daily from 9 am to 9 pm. Park washrooms are also open daily. Plan your visit at middlesexcentre.ca/parks 2026 Municipal Budget Survey The budget is a key policy and planning document that outlines our priorities for municipal services, programs, and infrastructure. Setting the budget is a balancing act between often competing priorities – providing the high level of services that residents deserve and expect, versus what we can afford. As we start work on the 2026 Budget, we want to hear from you! What do you see as priorities for Middlesex Centre in 2026? Let us know by completing the Budget Survey at middlesexcentre. ca/budget-2026. If you prefer, printed copies of the survey will be available by calling the municipal office. The budget survey will be open from July 7 to August 18, 2025. Fires Don’t Take Summer Holidays As you set off on your summer adventures, remember that fires don’t take vacations. Make sure there are working smoke and carbon monoxide (CO) alarms where you are staying, be that a vacation home, cabin, trailer, RV, or cottage. Also, make sure that you and your family have a fire escape plan. Find more safety tips at middlesexcentre.ca/firesafety
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HAVE YOUR SAY The new playground in Timberwalk Park in Ilderton is now open! Designed for fun and inclusivity, the playground offers a diverse range of physical, sensory, and social activities for all ages. Kids can explore climbers, slides, spin cups, swings, and even a giant cow climber! A big thank you to the Ilderton & District Lions for their generous donation, making this incredible play space possible. Accessible Swing at Poplar Hill Park Get outside and enjoy the Summer at Middlesex Centre Parks Middlesex Centre’s parks and open spaces offer a variety of activities for all ages, from playgrounds to disc golf to pickleball and more. Several parks have seen recent updates, just in time for the summer season. New Playground Opens at Ilderton’s Timberwalk Lions Park Poplar Hill Park now features a new wheelchair-accessible swing. This innovative design allows users to enjoy the swing without leaving their wheelchairs, making play more inclusive and joyful for everyone in our community. A big thank you to the Poplar Hill & District Lions for their championing of the project and for their generous donation to make it a reality. Basketball Courts and Ball Diamonds in Komoka Komoka Park is home to a new basketball court thanks to a donation from Middlesex Paving & Maintenance and LIUNA Local 1059. A new court has also been added at Douglas
We’re reviewing how we provide customer service to ensure we are meeting your needs. Let us know how we can serve you better by taking part in an upcoming focus group. • July 12, 1:00 to 3:00 pm, Coldstream Fire Hall Building Permits & the Planning Process • July 12, 5:00 to 7:00 pm, Komoka Wellness Centre Booking Parks & Recreation Facilities • July 13, 10:00 am to 12:00 pm, Virtual/Online Building Permits & the Planning Process • July 13, 5:00 to 7:00 pm, Virtual/Online General Customer Service To register, visit middlesexcentre.ca/cs-review or call 519-666-0190.
Be a Good Neighbour If you are a dog who calls Middlesex Centre home, listen up ! You need to follow a few simple rules, including: Getting a dog tag. Being on a leash when you are out and about. Having your human “stoop and scoop” if you poop.
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