COVID-19 UPDATE #21-05 Dorset Tower and Township Boat Launches
For Immediate Release
Algonquin Highlands, Ontario
Friday, April 30, 2021
1:30 pm
Release #21-05
Subject: Township of Algonquin Highlands COVID-19 Update - Dorset Tower and Township Boat Launches
The Township of Algonquin Highlands remains under a declared State of Emergency.
The Algonquin Highlands Emergency Control Group continues its assessment of the continually-evolving COVID-19 pandemic situation and its potential effects on Algonquin Highlands.
This update includes information regarding the Dorset Tower and Township Boat Launches.
Dorset Tower:
It is anticipated the Dorset Tower will remain closed for the 2021 season; however all efforts will be made to open the property if the Township feels it can meet all the expectations of the HKPR Public Health Unit and can adequately and appropriately provide a safe experience for staff and the public.
Township Boat Launches:
Public access to water including all Township boat launches and Haliburton Highlands Water Trails access points remain open for permitted uses. It is up to the user to ensure that they are following all provincially mandated COVID-19 regulations, which change frequently. For an update on current regulations please visit the Haliburton, Kawartha, Pine Ridge District Health Unit website.
Reminders:
Frequently Asked Questions: Find out how Township operations have been impacted by COVID-19 on our Frequently Asked Questions page
Other Questions:If you cannot find the answer to your question on the Frequently Asked Questions page you may email your question to [email protected] or call 705-489-2379 ext. 369 and leave a message with your questions. Your email or phone call will be returned during normal business hours 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday to Friday. If your phone call or email is an emergency, please call 911.
We thank the public for their understanding as we work toward keeping our community safe and healthy in this uncertain time.
Contact Information:
Mike French
Fire Chief/CEMC
Township of Algonquin Highlands
(705) 489-2379 ext. 369
[email protected]
Dawn Newhook
Clerk/Emergency Information Officer
Township of Algonquin Highlands
(705 489-2379 ext, 369
[email protected]