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2021
    PERTH EAST
    COMMUNITY
      GUIDE
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       The Township of Perth East,
a thriving community situated in Southwestern Ontario,
     in the northeast section of the County of Perth.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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                   Services                                                       Perth East
Mayor’s Message .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 5     History of the Township .  .  .  .  .  .  . 25
Perth East Council .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 6     Perth East Map .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 26
Perth East Contacts  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 7         Emergency Management .  .  .  .  .  . 27
Office of the CAO .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 8      Public Library .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 29
Building Department . . . . . . . . . . . 9                    Recreation and Community
Planning Department .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 11            Services .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 30
Clerk’s Department .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 12       Perth East Schools  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 32
Finance Department .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 14          Parks and Playgrounds .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 33
Public Works Department .  .  .  .  .  . 16                    Recreation Complex (PERC) .  .  . 34
Fire Department  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 21   Places of Worship .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 37
                                                               Organizations Directory .  .  .  .  .  .  . 38
                                                               Mental Health/Social Services  . 40

                   Events in                                                      Business
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                   Perth East                                                     Directory
Events in Perth East  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 41       Business Directory .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 43

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         MUNICIPAL
         SERVICES

Efforts have been made to ensure the accuracy of content in the
 Community Guide, however if you notice an error or omission
 please contact the Township of Perth East at (519) 595-2800

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MAYOR’S MESSAGE
Welcome to Perth East, a great place to live, work and
play. On behalf of council and staff we hope you enjoy
the 2021 Perth East Community Guide. Throughout the
guide you will find the local government contacts, living
in Perth East, events and business directory.
Perth East is very lucky to have many volunteer
organizations who make our communities a better
place to live. Residents and visitors can enjoy our
recreation facilities, restaurants, parades, farmers
market, and all of the local attractions in the
communities.
Perth East is made up of rural and urban mix communities. We have productive
farmland, recreational facilities, tourist attractions, sustainable industry,
entrepreneurial opportunities and a broad range of businesses.
Perth East welcomes new residents and new businesses. Council and staff are
here to help make your experience in our community a great one, whether you
live here, work here or just visiting, it is the place to be
It is a privilege and an honour to be the mayor of this great community. Please do
not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions or concerns.
Mayor Rhonda Ehgoetz

                                     COUNCIL
TITLE/NAME                  WARD               PHONE                               EMAIL
Mayor Rhonda Ehgoetz		                         (519) 393-6888         mayor@pertheast.ca
Deputy Mayor Hugh McDermid		                   (519) 271-6293 deputymayor@pertheast.ca
Councillor Jerry Smith      Milverton          (519) 595-8084      milverton@pertheast.ca
Councillor Jeremy Matheson  Mornington         (519) 301-3858 mornington@pertheast.ca
Councillor Amanda Brodhagen Ellice             (519) 780-7475          ellice@pertheast.ca
Councillor Daryl Herlick    North Easthope     (519) 272-9627 northeasthope@pertheast.ca
Councillor Andrew MacAlpine South Easthope     (519) 275-1617 southeasthope@pertheast.ca

                              SCHOOL BOARD
NAME                BOARD                    PHONE                                EMAIL
Julie Moore         Avon Maitland District   (519) 656-2839      julie.moore@ed.amdsb.ca
                    School Board
Amy Cronin          Huron Perth District     (519) 887-9158            acronin@hpcdsb.ca
                    Catholic School Board
Pascale Thibodeau   Conseil de district du   647-335-8405      Pascale@RevonsEnGrand.ca
                    Centre-Sud
Alexandre Alary     Conseil scolaire         (519) 539-0335 alexandre_alary@hotmail.com
                    catholique Providence

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TOWNSHIP OF PERTH EAST COUNCIL

         Front Row:   Deputy Mayor Hugh McDermid, Mayor Rhonda Ehgoetz,
                      Councillor (Ellice) Amanda Brodhagen
         Back Row:    Councillor (Mornington) Jeremy Matheson,
                      Councillor (South Easthope) Andrew MacAlpine,
                      Councillor (North Easthope) Daryl Herlick,
                      Councillor (Milverton) Jerry Smith

   TOWNSHIP OF PERTH EAST COUNCIL MEETINGS
Regular Council meetings are held on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of every month
throughout the year, except in July and August, at which time there is one meeting.
All Council meetings are open to the public.
Meetings begin at 7:00 p.m. (November - March) and 7:30 pm (April - October) and
are held at the Council Chambers, Township of Perth East Municipal Office which is
located at 25 Mill Street East, Milverton.
Agendas and minutes are distributed and posted on the Perth East website by 4:30
p.m. on the Friday prior to the upcoming Council meetings.

                  APPEARING AS A DELEGATION
If you wish to appear as a delegation of Council or provide information for inclusion
with a Council Agenda, please note the following:
Delegations will be required to notify the Municipal Clerk, no later than noon the
Wednesday prior to the regular Council meeting.
Delegations wishing to address Council on a matter are required to complete a
Delegation Request form and provide a written outline identifying the subject matter
and the general nature of the request. Through the completion of the delegation
request form, information provided will assist to confirm that a time slot is available
and has been reserved for a specific date and item.
Delegations are limited to a maximum of ten (10) minutes.
If you have any questions concerning the delegation process, please contact the
Municipal Clerk by email at acarter@pertheast.ca or by phone at (519) 595-2800
ext. 223.
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PERTH EAST CONTACTS
Township of Perth East Administration Office       Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
25 Mill Street East, PO Box 445                    T: (519) 595-2800 F: (519) 595-2801
Milverton, ON N0K 1M0                              W: www.pertheast.ca

                                   CONTACT US!
Administration Department                           Phone: (519) 595-2800 | Fax: (519) 595-2801
Theresa Campbell                 CAO                                                Extension 232
Beth Schoonderwoerd              Executive Assistant to CAO                         Extension 236
Clerk’s Department
Ashley Carter                    Municipal Clerk                                    Extension 223
Eric Bell                        Administrative Assistant                            Extension 221
Colleen Kelly                    Administrative Assistant                           Extension 225
Finance Department
Rhonda Fischer                   Treasurer                                          Extension 229
Wendy McMurray                   Accounting Supervisor                              Extension 247
Loretta Wicke                    Property Tax & Utility Clerk                       Extension 228
Jessica Ropp                     Finance Clerk                                      Extension 235
Barb Vincent                     Payroll Clerk                                       Extension 251
Building/By-Law Enforcement/Planning
Jon Crummer                      Chief Building Official                            Extension 222
                                 Building Inspections                               Extension 244
Stacey Kuepfer                   Planning Assistant                                 Extension 224
Nicole Harloff                   Administrative Assistant                           Extension 241
Jan Weeden                       By-law Enforcement Officer                          Extension 231
Fire Department
Bill Hunter                      Fire Chief                                         Extension 226
James Marshall                   Fire Prevention Officer                            Extension 227
Jessica Jorritsma                Administrative Assistant                           Extension 233
Public Works Administration
Wes Kuepfer                      Public Works Manager                               Extension 234
Jake Collings                    Operations Coordinator                             Extension 249
Mike Kuepfer                     Foreman, North District
Justin Taylor                    Foreman, South District
After Hours                      On-Call Pager                                     (519) 595-8700
Perth East Recreation and		Arena Phone: (519) 595-8375 Fax: (519) 595-4067
Community Services (PERC)		                       Pool Phone: (519) 595-8297
Becky Westman                    Recreation and Community Services Manager          Extension 321
Paige Harrington                 Recreation and Community Development               Extension 325
                                 Coordinator
Jeff Lamb                        Operator                                           Extension 332
Kevin Schlueter                  Operator                                           Extension 332
Perth East Public Library                          Phone: (519) 595-8395 Email: pel@pcin.on.ca
Allie Fallis                     Acting CEO                                         Extension 101

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PERTH EAST CONTACTS
                              OTHER CONTACTS
County of Perth                              Member of Parliament Perth-Wellington
Court House, 1 Huron Street                  John Nater, MP
Stratford, ON N5A 5S4                        59 Lorne Ave., Unit A, Stratford, ON N5A 6S4
T: (519) 271-0531                            T: (519) 273-1400 F: (519) 273-9045
www.perthcounty.ca
                                             Member of Provincial Parliament
Bluewater Recycling Association
                                             Perth-Wellington
415 Canada Avenue
                                             Randy Pettapiece, MPP
Huron Park, ON N0M 1Y0
                                             55 Lorne Ave. E, Unit 2, Stratford, ON N5A 6S4
T: 1-800-265-9799
                                             T: (519) 272-0660 F: (519) 272-1064
www.bra.org
Municipal Property Assessment Corporation,   Huron-Perth Public Health
Kitchener Assessment Office                  (formerly Perth District Health Unit)
4271 King Street East, Suite 100             653 West Gore St., Stratford ON N5A 1L4
Kitchener, ON N2P 2E9                        1-800-431-2054
T: 1-866-296-6722                            www.hpph.ca
www.mpac.ca

                      OFFICE OF THE CAO
A Message from the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO)
Welcome to the Township of Perth East 2021 Community Guide. The Community
Guide has been designed to provide information and promotion of the
community, businesses, volunteer organizations, municipal services and programs.
Council and staff are committed to delivering quality service to our residents and
businesses; and we appreciate that you have chosen the Township of Perth East
as a place to live, visit and/or establish a business.
In addition to the Community Guide, residents and visitors are encouraged to visit
the Township of Perth East website at www.pertheast.ca for updates, notices and
additional information regarding the Township of Perth East.
Theresa Campbell
Chief Administrative Officer
Township of Perth East

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BUILDING DEPARTMENT
The Perth East Building Department:
• Reviews applications for Building permits,
• Issues building, demolition, sewage, and change of use permits,
• Provides inspections during construction
It is the responsibility of the property owner to ensure there is a building permit
for any project they are undertaking. Contractors often apply and obtain permits
as part of their contract with property owners.

                  WHAT IS A BUILDING PERMIT?
A building permit is your documented permission to begin construction,
demolition or another project as specified in the Ontario Building Code. Building
permits are necessary to ensure that you or your contractor are following zoning,
safety and structural standards.
                 WHEN IS A PERMIT REQUIRED?
Permits are typically required for:
• the construction, renovation or demolition of a building,
• to change the use of a building,
• the installation, alteration, extension, or repair of on-site sewage systems
A permit is not required for a building occupying an area less than 10 square
meters (107 square feet). Buildings under 10 square meters still require a permit if
the building contains plumbing or is attached to another structure. All buildings
regardless of size must comply with the applicable setbacks according to the
zoning in which the structure is located, in accordance with the Township Zoning
by-law. At least one inspection will be required during the permit process.

              HOW DO I BOOK AN INSPECTION?
All inspections are booked through the Building Department. There are three
(3) ways to book an inspection. You can phone 519-595-2800 ext. 241 to speak
with the Building Assistant or make a request online at https://ca.cloudpermit.
com/login or www.pertheast.ca/inspection. The Building Department requires a
minimum of 24 hours’ notice to complete inspections.

                       BY-LAW ENFORCEMENT
The Township of Perth East By-law Enforcement Department is responsible for
the investigation and enforcement of the Municipal By-laws. Our main goal is to
promote community safety and wellbeing through both education and awareness.
If you have a complaint or concern, you may contact the Municipal Law
Enforcement/Property Standards Officer at (519) 595-2800 ext 231, or you may
file an online complaint at www.pertheast.ca/bylawcomplaint
Concerns and inquiries are to be directed to:
Jan Weeden, Municipal Law Enforcement Officer and Property Standards Officer
(519) 595-2800 ext 231 | jweeden@pertheast.ca

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BUILDING DEPARTMENT
              RADON GAS: IS IT IN YOUR HOME?
Radon gas is a radioactive gas that occurs naturally when uranium in soil and
rock breaks down: it is invisible, odourless and tasteless. When radon is released
from the ground into the outdoor air, it is diluted and is not a concern. However,
in enclosed spaces, it can sometimes accumulate to high levels, which can pose
a health risk to you and your family. The only way to know if your home has high
radon levels is to test for it.
As part of the Township’s Radon Gas Mitigation Program, a builder must put in
place one of three radon gas mitigation options when constructing a new low-rise
residential dwelling in Perth East:
• Option #1: a rough-in soil gas pipe and mandatory radon gas testing
• Option #2: a soil gas barrier on the foundation walls and basement floor slab,
  with voluntary radon gas testing
• Option #3: a soil gas barrier on the foundation walls, and an active sub-slab
  depressurization system, with voluntary radon gas testing

         DOG KENNEL APPLICATIONS / INQUIRIES
Kennels within the Township of Perth East are regulated as per By-law 34-2015.
There are three different types of kennels that the Township regulates:
• Breeding Kennel: where purebred dogs are kept for breeding, housing, or selling.
• Boarding Kennel: any building, structure, run or facility, or part thereof, used for
  the boarding (for hire), grooming, showing, training or temporarily housing of
  more than (1) dog.
• Hunting/Sporting/Sled Dog Kennel: any building, structure, dog run or other
  facility where dogs are kept solely for the purpose of routinely entering into dog
  sled or other sporting event; or hunting dogs are kept for the hunting purpose.
Kennels are only permitted within Agricultural zones. All kennels within the
Township of Perth East must obtain a yearly Kennel License and are inspected by
the By-law enforcement officer on a yearly basis.
Applications or inquiries are to be directed to:
Jan Weeden, Municipal Law Enforcement Officer and Property Standards Officer
(519) 595-2800 ext 231
jweeden@pertheast.ca

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PLANNING DEPARTMENT
Planning staff are available to guide/assist land owners with development and
building proposals and are responsible for looking after related documents such as
the Milverton Ward Official Plan and the Township of Perth East Zoning By-law.
The department is also responsible for the delivery of the following municipal
services as mandated under the Ontario Planning Act:
   Land Use Planning – amendments to the Milverton Ward Official Plan and the
   Township’s zoning by-law; preparing development agreements pertaining to
   plans of subdivisions/ condominium and site plan approvals; part lot control;
   and,
   Committee of Adjustment - minor variances; enlargements; extensions or
   changes to legal non-conforming uses.
Additional planning information is available on the Township’s website at
www.pertheast.ca/planning. Inquiries & applications are to be directed to the
Planner:
Planning: 519-595-2800 ext. 248
MDS I and II Calculations - The Minimum Distance Separation (MDS) Formulae
are land use planning tools that determine a recommended separation distance
between a livestock barn, manure storage or anaerobic digester and another land
use. The objective of MDS is to prevent land use conflicts and minimize nuisance
complaints related to odour.
• MDS I – provides the minimum distance between proposed new development and
  any existing livestock barns, manure storages and/or anaerobic digesters in areas
  where the keeping of livestock is permitted.
• MDS II - provides the minimum distance separation between proposed new,
  enlarges, or remodelled livestock barns, manure storages and/or anaerobic
  digester and existing or approved development located in areas where the
  keeping of livestock is permitted.
The Township of Perth East reviews MDS calculations provided as part of a Building
permit application where applicable.
Perth County GIS - The County has provided an interactive map and aerial photos to
assist in the planning process. www.maps.perthcounty.ca/public
Conservation Authorities - Conservation Authority approval may also be required
for construction projects. Perth East has three conservation authorities within the
Township. Property owners are encouraged to visit the conservation authority
websites to determine if any of their property falls within a regulated area.
• Upper Thames River Conservation Authority www.thamesriver.ca
• Grand River Conservation Authority www.grandriver.ca
• Avon Maitland Conservation Authority www.mvca.on.ca

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CLERKS DEPARTMENT
The Clerk of the Township is a Statutory Officer and is assigned duties by various
Provincial Statutes, including the Municipal Act, the Drainage Act, the Municipal
Elections Act, the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy
Act, the Planning Act and the Vital Statistics Act.
A few of the key activities include;
• Preparing and keeping records of all      • Issuing licenses and permits, such as
   by-laws                                    marriage licenses, lottery licenses
• Preparing agendas for Council and         • Coordinating the Township’s
   Committees                                 accessibility procedures and policies
• Recording without note or                 • Processing freedom of information
   comment, all resolutions, decisions        requests under the Municipal
   and other proceedings within the           Freedom of Information and
   minutes of Council and Committees          Protection of Privacy Act.
• Records Management – Maintaining          • Commissioner of Oaths
   the safekeeping of official records      • Administer the Livestock Damage
   of the municipality, registrations and     Program
   agreements                               • Administer the Line Fences Act
• Acting as Returning Officer for           • Municipal Drains
   Municipal and School Board               • Dog Licensing and Canine Control
   Elections                                • NEW in 2021: Civil Marriage Services
• Vital statistics, including births and
   deaths
                           MUNICIPAL DRAINS
Includes new drains, repairs and improvements, maintenance & repairs.
Please contact the municipality prior to commencing any municipal drainage
work to ensure the proper approval process is in place. Please note that local
conservation authority approval/fees must be obtained prior to the commencement
of any work.
For additional information please contact the Township at (519) 595-2800 ext. 221
or the Township’s Drainage Superintendent:
William Dietrich, Drainage Superintendent
(519) 880-2708
                             VITAL STATISTICS
                  Issuance of Marriage Licences and Burial Permits
Marriage Licences are issued in accordance with provincial requirements and the
Township policies and procedures. Licences are valid for 90 days from the date
of issuance. For applications and additional information please visit the Township
website at www.pertheast.ca or call (519) 595-2800

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CLERKS DEPARTMENT
                                DOG LICENSES
Every dog in the Township of Perth East must be licensed annually. Dog tags
identify your pet and get your pet home safely if they are lost.
Dog Tags are available at the following locations;

Township of Perth East                     The Split Rail Country Store
Administrative Office                      4304 Perth Rd 119, Stratford
25 Mill St. E., Milverton                  (519) 273-1881
(519) 595-2800                             Stratford-Perth Humane Society (SPHS)
Leis Feed and Supply                       125 Griffith Road, Stratford
410 Main St. S, Milverton                  (519) 273-6600
(519) 595-2048
Pauly Vet Clinic
62 Main St. S, Milverton
(519) 595-8888

                    CANINE CONTROL SERVICES
The Stratford-Perth Humane Society (SPHS) provides Canine Control Services for
the Township of Perth East which includes responding to dog related calls, lost and
found dogs, dogs running at large, bylaw infractions and adoption.
The following is the contact for additional information;
Stratford-Perth Humane Society (SPHS)
125 Griffith Road, Stratford, ON
(519) 273-6600
www.sphumane.com

                                 CEMETERIES
The Township of Perth East operates and maintains four active cemeteries which
includes:
• Greenwood Cemetery, Milverton
• Knox Wesley Cemetery, Millbank
• Lingelbach Cemetery, South Easthope Ward
• South Easthope Cemetery, South Easthope Ward

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FINANCE
The Perth East Finance Department is responsible for the financial and accounting
affairs of the Township. Services include accounts receivable/payable, municipal
property taxation, water and sewer billing, annual budgeting, asset management
planning, procurement, collections, investing and payroll and information systems.
Annual Budget Process – The annual budget process begins each July.
Department Managers, the Treasurer and Chief Administrative Officer complete
fee reviews and draft operation and capital budgets. All members of the
Township Council form the Budget Advisory Committee and meet from January
until April. Township Council reviews priorities and normally approves the
Corporate Budget in April.
Operating budget - Provides for the day-to-day expenses of the Township, such
as salaries and materials.
Capital Budget - Is a multi-year financial plan that provides for the construction
or acquisition of capital works. The capital budget Includes future financial
resources required to finance capital projects and identifies the financial resources
to be allocated from the operating budget to operate and maintain capital assets.
The capital budget is prepared at the same time as the operating budget, and
approved by the Township Council at the same time. This is to ensure that any
contributions from the operating budget to the capital budget are coordinated
and understood and that the effect on the ratepayer is seen. In addition, a capital
asset may be slated for completion in mid-year and require an operating budget
provision to pay for utility costs, staffing, and other operating costs.

                            PROPERTY TAXES
Property tax notices are sent out twice per year, the first in early February and
the second in early September. Due dates are the 4th Friday in February, May,
September and November.
2021 Due Dates:       February 26            May 28
                      September 24           November 26

The property tax billings provide funds to pay for the Township, County and
Education services. For property specific breakdown of your tax dollars you can
utilize the Property Tax Calculator at www.pertheast.ca/propertytaxcalculator

Property Tax Calculator – From our website www.pertheast.ca/
propertytaxcalculator property owners can obtain an estimate of their property
taxes and see the breakdown of cost per service for the Township’s portion of the
property taxes. By entering the property ward, tax class and assessment value,
a calculation is made showing the tax bill split between Municipal, County and
Education tax, and how that property’s municipal tax dollars are allocated to each
area of service.

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FINANCE
Mailing Address – Please update your mailing address with the Township.
Failure to receive a tax notice does not exempt you from penalty.
eSend of Notices – Receive your Property Tax notice by email. Sign up for eSend
at https://forms.pertheast.ca/eSend-Sign-Up-Form
Payment Options – payment by cash, debit or cheque at Township office (drop
box available during office hours and after hour drop box at front of building –
DON’T LEAVE CASH IN DROPBOX), payments by mail, in-branch bank payments,
telephone or internet payments through your banking institution or pre-
authorized payment plans, or by credit card through 3rd party companies Paytm
or PaySimply(service charges may apply)
Pre-Authorized Payment Plan – Property Taxes can be set up to be deducted
from your bank account on the due date or monthly deductions (11 months). More
information is available at www.pertheast.ca or by contacting Loretta Wicke at
(519) 595-2800 ext. 228.
Purchasing a Farm - When a farm is sold it will become 100% residential tax class.
This can mean the difference of thousands of dollars on a tax notice. Please call
AGRICOP at 1-888-247-4999, as soon as possible after the purchase of a farm, in
order to get the property in the correct tax class.
Rebates – Various rebates are available for landowners including; Charity Rebates,
Farmland Property Tax and Managed Forest Tax Incentive Program. More
information is available at www.pertheast.ca or by contacting Loretta Wicke at
(519) 595-2800 ext. 228.

                               TILE LOANS
The Tile Loan Program, authorized by the Tile Drainage Act provides loans
to agricultural property owners to help them finance tile drainage projects.
Applications are approved by council. All tile loans have a 10 year term and the
current interest rate is 6% per annum. Debenture payments are made quarterly
with your property tax installments. Landowners are eligible for a loan up to
75% of the drainage work, up to $50,000. More information is available at www.
pertheast.ca or by contacting Wendy McMurray at (519) 595-2800 ext. 247.

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FINANCE
           UTILITIES (WATER & SEWER) BILLINGS
Milverton and Shakespeare residents receive Water and Sewer billing every
second month with payments due the 4th Friday in February, April, June, August,
October and December. The Township is compliant with Bill 175: Sustainable
Water & Sewage System Act, 2002 passed by the Ontario Government. This bill
makes it mandatory for the municipality to cost-recover the full amount of their
water services.
2021 Due Dates:       February 26       April 23         June 25
                      August 27         October 22       December 24

Pre-Authorized Payment Plan – Utilities can be set up to be deducted from your
bank account on the due date. More information is available at www.pertheast.ca
or by contacting Loretta Wicke at (519) 595-2800 ext. 228.
eSend of Notices – Receive your Utility bill by email. Sign up for eSend at https://
forms.pertheast.ca/eSend-Sign-Up-Form
Virtual Township Office and eSend Bills – Want to receive your bills online and
view your property information conveniently from home or work?
Virtual Township Office provides you access to information about your property
and you are able to view your bills in one convenient location. Sign up for Virtual
Township office by creating your account at https://www.pertheast.ca/en/
municipal-services/virtual-township-office.aspx

                         PUBLIC WORKS
                                    WATER
Municipal Water Systems
The Township of Perth East owns and operates two water supply and distribution
systems: the Milverton Water Supply System and the Shakespeare Water Supply
System. The Township is committed to provide a high-quality of drinking water,
and maintain a modern, reliable system to ensure that all residents can rely on a
water supply that is both plentiful and safe.
Water Meters
Every water connection within the drinking water serviced area is equipped with
a water meter to measure water consumption and to bill accordingly. The Public
Works department is responsible for replacing and testing faulty water meters.
Please contact the Public Works department if you are experiencing problems
with your water meter.

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PUBLIC WORKS
Municipal Wastewater Systems
The Township of Perth East Public Works Department owns two wastewater
collection and treatment systems, the Milverton Wastewater System and the
Shakespeare Wastewater System. The Township is committed to provide and
maintain a modern, reliable system to ensure that all residents can rely on an
effective system which is safe for residents, visitors and the environment.

                         WASTE MANAGEMENT
Bluewater Recycling
The Township of Perth East contracts the Bluewater Recycling Association for
solid waste collection and recycling services. Curbside waste and recycling is
collected on a bi-weekly schedule using the automated “wheelie” bin system.
Waste and recycling is collected at the same time in a two compartment truck. It
is recommended that containers are set out by 7 A.M. to ensure collection.
For inquires and information regarding the current or future curbside collection
program, please contact Bluewater Recycling Association directly at 1-800-265-
9799, info@bra.org or visit www.bra.org
YOUR WASTE, YOUR CHOICE
We offer three different sizes for waste, each with a different fee. You have two
options for the recycling containers and they have no fees attached. You need to
select the size that will fulfill your regular needs with some room for occasional
variations. By default, you will receive a small waste bin and a large recycling bin.

   Container design and dimensions are approximate and subject to change without notice

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PUBLIC WORKS
Perth East Landfill Site (South Easthope)
The Perth East Landfill Site is located at 2439 Line 29, southwest of Shakespeare.
The landfill site accepts residual waste materials which are generated within
Perth East Township only. Waste can only be brought to the landfill if it has been
generated from residential or commercial properties within the Township of
Perth East. Forms of payment accepted are cash, cheque, debit or for larger/
multiple loads an invoice can be issued.
Hours of Operation:
Monday     Tuesday    Wednesday      Thursday    Friday   Saturday    Sunday
Closed       9-4         9-4           9-4      Closed       9-1      Closed

                          Closed all Statutory Holidays
Accepted materials:
• Residual waste       • Appliances         • Scrap Metals           • Tires
• Scrap Wood           • Yard Waste, Leaves, Grass Clippings
• Shingles             • Electronic Waste (E-Waste)

                                    ROADS
Entrance and Private Service Permits
If you are planning to construct a driveway, laneway, field access or other form
of access from a Perth East roadway, you must apply for an Entrance Permit.
Applications are available online at the Perth East website, or by contacting the
Public Works Department.
If you are planning work which involves a road crossing, a private services permit
must be issued by the Public Works department before constructing. Private
Service Permit Applications are available online at the Perth East website, or by
contacting the Public Works Department.

Street Light Repair
The Township of Perth East owns and operates over 600 streetlights. Occasionally,
a streetlight will malfunction causing the light to fail or to stay on at all times.
Since most of the street light faults can only be seen during the night, it is
difficult for Township staff to identify a problem. Faulty street lights can be
reported online at the Perth East website: https://www.pertheast.ca/en/municipal-
services/streetlightreportform.aspx?_mid_=6831, or contact your Public Works
department. Be sure to have the pole ID number available, it can be found affixed
to the street light pole.

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PUBLIC WORKS
Reduced Load Limits
During the spring thaw, some Township roads may become too soft and unstable
to withstand the weight of a fully loaded truck, regardless of the axles. In an effort
to reduce damage to the roads during spring thaw, from March 1 to April 30 each
year, the Township restricts vehicles to half loads (5 tonnes per axle) on all rural
Township roads unless otherwise posted. Please assist us in reducing repairs to
our road system by not having heavy deliveries to your property during this time
of year.
Utility Locates
The Township of Perth East is compliant with the Ontario Underground
Infrastructure Notification System Act, 2012. This Act requires owners of
underground utilities to become a member of Ontario One Call, Call Before You
Dig Notification System. To request a locate for municipal water or wastewater
utilities please call Ontario One Call at 1-800-400-2255 and follow the automated
prompts.

                              ENVIRONMENT
Trees and Weeds
If a tree has been damaged on private property, cleanup is the responsibility of
the owner. If a tree has been damaged on Township property (public property),
please contact the Township (519) 595-2800.
Through Perth County By-Law 3557-2016, the damage or destruction of trees
(cutting down trees) in Perth County woodlands or woodlots without filing a
Notice of Intent with Perth County is prohibited. By not filing a Notice of Intent to
cut down trees will result in a “Stop Work Order” being issued and anyone who
contravenes the by-law is guilty of an offence and is liable for the associated fine
of up to $100,000.
Noxious weeds are sprayed and investigated by the Perth County Weed & Tree
Inspector to investigate and spray any noxious weeds reported on municipal or
county land, including road allowances.
For further questions and to file a Notice of Intent (woodlots and woodlands),
please contact Marvin Smith, County Weed & Tree Inspector at (519) 291-2236.
After Hour Emergencies
To report after hour emergencies that are Public Works related, please contact the
Public Works After Hours pager at (519) 595-8700. Please leave a message with
the detail of the emergency, and a contact number so the call can be returned.

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PUBLIC WORKS

                                2021 HOUSEHOLD
                               HAZARDOUS WASTE
                               DISPOSAL PROGRAM
 In partnership with the City of                  The City of Stratford collection
 Stratford, Perth East residents                  site will be located at The
 will have increased access to                    Stratford Rotary Complex-
 household hazardous waste                        353 McCarthy Road. They will
 disposal services.                               be accepting small quantity
                                                  household hazardous waste
    Household Hazardous Waste                     materials generated within
       Days in 2021 are on:                       households of Perth East
                                                  residents.
 Saturday, May 29, 8 A.M. – 2 P.M.
                                                  Small quantity generators
 Saturday, July 17, 8 A.M. – 2 P.M.               can bring in a maximum of
 Saturday, Sept. 25, 8 A.M. – 2 P.M.              100kg of household hazardous
 Please note- Dates & times may be                waste materials; this includes a
 subject to change. Visit the website for         maximum of 10 fluorescent light
 more information:                                bulbs and tubes, materials in
 https://www.stratford.ca/en/live-                individual containers which do
 here/hazardouswaste.aspx                         not exceed 20L (5 Gal) and are
                                                  originally labelled.
Proof Of Perth East Residency Will Be Required.   Household Hazardous Waste
                                                  may include:
                                                  - paints, coatings and containers
                                                  - solvents, household cleaners
                                                  - motor oils, filters and antifreezes
 Unacceptable waste includes, but is not          - batteries and fire extinguishers
 limited to PCB Waste, Radioactive waste,         - fluorescent tubes and bulbs
 Flares, Fireworks and Ammunition,                - propane tanks
 Pathological Waste, open or Leaky                - pharmaceuticals
 Containers.                                      - pesticides and lawn fertilizers

 For any questions regarding this program,
 please contact the Perth East Public Works
 Department at (519) 595-2800.

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PERTH EAST FIRE DEPARTMENT
                 The department is made up of three stations and a roster of 65
                 firefighters. The stations are located in Milverton, Sebringville
                 and Shakespeare. The Fire Chief operates out of the Municipal
                 Office in Milverton, along with the Fire Prevention Officer and
                 Admin. Assistant/Public Educator.
Fire Department Service
The Perth East volunteer firefighters are a dedicated group of men and women
who risk their lives to save your life, the lives of your family, your home and
your livelihood. These brave people train hard to master the skills and gain the
knowledge to:
• battle fires
• handle tragic events such as car accidents and public hazards
• provide a program for the safety of our community
• and so much more
The fire department provides public education, prevention and emergency
response services to a portion of the Township of Perth South. Through a shared
services agreement, with the Municipality of West Perth, we operate the fire
administration, prevention and public education areas of the West Perth Fire
Department.
SOCIAL MEDIA
The Perth East Fire Department has three
social media channels. On twitter, you can
follow the Fire Chief @ChiefBillHunter or the
department’s feed @PEFD_WPFD. You can
also find us on Facebook and our YouTube Channel; simply search “Perth East
Fire Department”. Our channel features videos we have produced as well as a
favourites playlist of public fire and life safety themed videos.
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
The Perth East Fire Department gets involved in many community initiatives
and events throughout the year. We appear in parades, have booths at various
community events, participate and/or host blood donor clinics, and invite the
community to visit us during Fire Prevention Week each October.

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PERTH EAST FIRE DEPARTMENT
         A CLEAN CHIMNEY IS A SAFER CHIMNEY
Simple steps to prevent a fire:
• Inspect & clean your chimney - especially important to do before heating
  season. Clear any obstructions and make sure the damper is working properly.
  Creosote and soot build-up should be cleared. Consult a WETT (Wood Energy
  Technical Training) certified technician to be sure.
• Check woodstove pipes - make sure all joints are securely fastened.
• Burn dry, clean wood - to reduce build-up, burn only properly dried, seasoned
  wood. Never place plastics, wet or green wood in the fire. Never burn gift
  wrap in a fireplace or woodstove.
• Ash removal - ensure the ashes are cool before using a (metal, non-
  combustible) container to remove them. Take them directly outside and store
  in a non-combustible area well away from any structures.
                           OPEN-AIR BURNING
You MUST obtain an open-air burn permit in order to burn!
Leaving a message with this information does not give you permission to burn.
You must obtain approval directly with staff.
There are a few rules with regard to having a controlled burn:
• Stay with the controlled burn at all times and ensure the fire is fully
  extinguished at dark.
• Burn only clean materials (wood, brush, etc.) - do not burn household garbage,
  rubber or plastics.
• Your fire should not be a nuisance to neighbours in terms of smoke or noise, so
  be mindful of wind strength & direction
• Consult the by-law for full rules and regulations
To obtain a burn permit, please call (519) 595-2800 during regular municipal
office hours. The Open-Air Controlled Burn By-law is available for you to view on
the Perth East website.
                              SMOKE ALARMS
Every home in Ontario must have a working smoke alarm on every storey and
outside all sleeping areas as per the Ontario Fire Code.
Homeowners - It is the responsibility of homeowners to install and maintain
smoke alarms on every storey of their home and outside sleeping areas. Smoke
alarms expire after 10 years and must be replaced.
Landlords - It is the responsibility of landlords to ensure their rental properties
comply with the law.
Tenants - If you are a tenant of a rental property and do not have the required
number of smoke alarms, contact your landlord immediately. It is against the law
for tenants to remove the batteries or tamper with the alarm in any way.
Home Escape Plans - Do you and your family know what to do and where to go
when the smoke alarm sounds? Create and practice a home escape plan. Have
two ways out of each room and choose a meeting place outside the home.
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PERTH EAST FIRE DEPARTMENT
              Only working smoke alarms save lives.

             WORKING CO ALARMS -
     YOUR EVERYDAY HERO RIGHT IN YOUR HOME
Carbon monoxide is an odourless, invisible gas that can be fatal. Your only
protection from this “silent killer” is a working CO alarm.
CO alarms must be installed outside all sleeping areas. If you cannot hear the
alarm when it is sounding you will not get the necessary early detection when CO
is present. Experts are also recommending one alarm for every level of the home.
Already have a CO alarm? Take a few minutes to check the date of manufacture /
installation. Homes with CO alarms that are past their optimal life span may also
put occupants at risk. What is sometimes misunderstood by many homeowners,
is that CO alarms, like smoke alarms, do not last forever whether they are battery
powered or hardwired.
Some symptoms of CO poisoning:
• Headache, nausea, burning eyes, fainting, confusion, drowsiness.
• Often mistaken for common ailments like the flu
• Symptoms improve when away from the home for a period of time
• Symptoms experienced by more than one member of the household.
• Continued exposure to higher levels may result in unconscious, brain damage
  and death.
• The elderly, children and people with heart or respiratory conditions may be
  particularly vulnerable to carbon monoxide.

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         E C T I ON
       S

 EXPLORE
PERTH EAST

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HISTORY OF THE TOWNSHIP
                 OF PERTH EAST
The Township of Perth East was created on January 1, 1998, when the former
Townships of Ellice, Mornington, North Easthope, South Easthope and the Village
of Milverton officially amalgamated. The new municipality has over 7,000 hectares,
4,000 households and a total population of approximately 12,000. Perth East
includes the villages, towns and communities of: Amulree, Brocksden, Brunner,
Burns, Carthage, Dorking, Fernbank, Gadshill, Hesson, Kinkora, Kuhryville,
Mennonite Corners, Millbank, Milverton, Moserville, Newton, Nithburg, Peffers, Poole,
Punkeydoodles Corners, Ratzburg, Rostock, Sebastopol, Sebringville, Shakespeare,
Topping, Tralee and Wartburg.
Check out some of Perth East’s history in person!
Brocksden School
The Brocksden School Museum (Perth County’s oldest school house) is located
on 2719 Line 37, in the former North Easthope Township. The school opened for
grades 1-12 as a one room school house in 1853, and ran as a school until 1967. Since
the school was reopened as a museum in 1969, the Easthope Historical Group has
operated the school with a living history program during the spring and fall months.

            Brocksden School 1955              We welcome school visits,
            Stratford-Perth Archives           group visits etc.
                                               For booking contact
                                               Elaine at (519) 271-1978 or
                                               Gloria at (519) 273-2458.

Fryfogel Tavern & Arboretum
The Fryfogel Tavern & Arboretum is located on 1931 Line 34 in the former South
Easthope Township. The Fryfogel Tavern was a 19th century stagecoach stop and
resting place, located just east of Shakespeare. The tavern was built by Perth
County’s first settler, Sebastian Fryfogel, in 1844, which also was used as a duplex,
cheese factory and restaurant. It is now owned by the Stratford Perth Heritage
Foundation. Around the tavern is a five-acre estate that has been developed as an
Arboretum consisting of the flora native to South Western Ontario.
Want to find out more of Perth East’s history? Visit the Stratford-Perth Archives
and the Stratford-Perth Museum, conveniently
located next to each other on 4273 Line 34,
RR #5 Stratford, ON.

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EXPLORE THE TOWNSHIP
    OF PERTH EAST

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EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT

   EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS STARTS WITH YOU
Family Emergency Kit
During an emergency you may have no electrical power or be asked to evacuate.
An emergency kit contains essential items you and your family need to survive on
your own for at least 72 hours. Keep a kit at home, work and in your car. Your kit
should be easy to carry and portable such as a knapsack or suitcase. Check the
contents twice a year to ensure the freshness of food and water, and refresh items
if needed.
KIT ESSENTIALS:
o Non-perishable food                     o Cell phone with chargers and backup
o Prescription medication                   battery
o Manual can opener                       o Clothing, footwear, blankets or
o Bottled water (4L per person/day)         sleeping bags
o Flashlight, glow stick                  o Moist towelettes, hand sanitizers and
o Radio (w/batteries) or crank radio        garbage bags for personal sanitation
o First-aid kit                           o Extra keys and cash
o Whistle to signal for help              o Copies of important papers
                                            (identification, insurance)
Customize your kit to meet the unique needs of your family. If you or someone
in your household has a disability or special need, check out the Emergency
Preparedness Guide for People with Disabilities/Special Needs at ontario.ca/
beprepared for additional information on what to include in your emergency kit
and family plan.
Family Emergency Plan
Ask an out-of-town friend or relative to be your family contact. Your contact
should live outside of your home neighbourhood and everyone in your family
should know their name, address and phone number. In an emergency, keep your
family contact updated on your whereabouts and safety status.
• Create a family emergency plan and discuss potential emergency situations
  ahead of time to reduce fear and anxiety.
• Review your plan yearly and practice going to your meeting places.
Meeting Places
Identify two meeting places in case you have to leave your home or can’t return
home right away: Near your home. Outside of your neighbourhood.
To develop your own Emergency Action Plan visit ontario.ca/beprepared

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EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
Stay Connected
• During an emergency, get the latest updates by following us on Twitter:
  @OntarioWarnings.
• Keep calls and texts short and brief to reduce network congestion.
• Don’t call 9-1-1 unless a life is at stake.
• Don’t waste battery life on mobile games, apps and videos. Dim your screen to
  preserve power for critical communication.
• Forward your home phone to your mobile phone if you’re forced to evacuate.
• Alert Ready is Canada’s emergency alerting system. Alert Ready delivers
  critical and potentially life-saving alerts to Canadians through television, radio
  and LTE-connected and compatible wireless devices. More info at alertready.ca

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PERTH EAST PUBLIC LIBRARY

                                   Our mission at Perth East Public Library (PEPL)
                                   is to build community by providing welcoming
and vibrant spaces that inspire discovery and lifelong learning.
The library is recognized as essential to the community as an innovative hub
that takes a collaborative approach to encouraging literacy, innovation, and
opportunity.
The Perth East Public Library values:
•   Opportunity                      • Partnerships
•   Literacy                         • Accountability
•   Intellectual freedom             • Stellar service
•   Innovation
Our Services:
• Free public computer use,       • Free wi-fi,    • Free tech assistance
• Printing, scanning, photocopying
• Access to free resources including books, movies, CDs, audiobooks, and book
  club kits
• Online resources from DownloadLibrary and Libby
• Reader’s Advisory and Reference Assistance        • Programming for all ages
• Virtual programming and take home activity kits are available.
• NEW: Borrow a Ontario Parks Day-Use Permit at PEPL -- receive complimentary
  day-use access for one vehicle at more than 100 provincial parks. Launching
  Feb 2021
PEPL is a part of PCIN, allowing you access to the resources and materials from
four other libraries including North Perth, St. Mary’s, Stratford and West Perth.
Please watch our website and social media channels for ongoing updates on our
service offerings during COVID-19.
COVID-19 TEMPORARY HOURS OF OPERATION:
Monday:    CLOSED            Friday:   CLOSED
Tuesday:   10am-2pm          Saturday: 10:30am-12:30pm
Wednesday: 3pm-7pm           Sunday:   CLOSED
Thursday: 12-4pm
Mark your calendar! Help us celebrate the following library events:
1. Online trivia: a variety of topics, the FIRST Wednesday of every month!
2. Family Literacy Day - January 27, 2021
3. Ontario Public Library Week - Oct.17-23, 2021
4. Summer Reading Program - July & August (Ages 4-8 and Ages 9-12)
Connect with us:                        Follow us on
Phone: 519-595-8395                           @PEPLlibrary           @pepllibrary
Email: pel@pcin.on.ca
Website: www.pertheastlibrary.on.ca           @ Perth East Public Library
Browse our online catalogue: www.pepl.bibliocommons.com
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PERTH EAST RECREATION
            AND COMMUNITY SERVICES

COVID-19 PROGRAMMING AND PROTOCOLS.
The health and safety of participants and staff is our number one priority when
planning and scheduling recreation programming. All protocols and guidelines for
COVID-19 and programming will be available upon registration. Program dates,
times and participant numbers are subject to change.
ONLINE REGISTRATION
Online registration is now available for Perth East Recreation Programs.
Our online registration platform allows for online registration for recreation
programs and payment by credit card. To register, online payment must be
received up front.
For more information on how to register, visit pertheast.ca/program registration
or contact the Recreation Coordinator at 519-595-8375 ext. 325.
Pickleball League
Pickleball is a paddleball sport (similar to a racquet sport) that combines elements
of tennis, badminton, and table tennis. Two or four players use solid paddles
made of wood or composite materials to hit a perforated polymer ball, with 26-40
round holes, over a net.
The PERC Pickleball league is played on Wednesday Nights from 6:00 pm -9:00
pm in a 6 week format. This league is played in pairs. Game times and number of
games are schedule based on registrants.
We strongly recommend bringing your own racquet although equipment will be
provided.
Check out pertheast.ca/recreationprograms for league dates and drop in times.

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PERTH EAST RECREATION
              AND COMMUNITY SERVICES

SUMMER PROGRAMMING - Subject to change.
PERC POOL
Opening Day: Saturday June 12th, 2021
Group Lessons: - Subject to change.
Session 1: June 14th- June 25th
Session 2: July 5th – July 16th
Session 3: August 3rd - August 13th
Session 4: Bronze Family Lessons: August 16th – August 20th
Private Lessons:
Will be available throughout the season. Available times will be posted online.
Closing Day: Friday, September 3, 2021
Bronze Family Courses:
Bronze Star
Bronze Medallion
Bronze Cross
Full descriptions can be found on the Lifesaving Society Website:
lifesavingsociety.com

                   Join the Perth East Swim Team! The team accommodates all
                   skill levels of swimmers where they will develop their skills
                   and continue to improve the four swim strokes- freestyle,
                   breaststroke, backstroke and butterfly. However, participants
                                           must have passed the deep end test and/
                                           or min. level 4.

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PERTH EAST RECREATION
              AND COMMUNITY SERVICES

PERC Summer Camp - Subject to change.
Perth East Recreation and Community Services will be offering 8 fun filled weeks
of Summer Camp in 2021! This camp will run out of the Perth East Recreation
Complex with drop off 8:00 am – 9:00 am and pick up 4:00 pm -5:00 pm!
Participants will be required to bring their own lunch, snacks and refillable water
bottle. Camp will not run on holidays.
Week 1:     July 5th – July 9th                    Week 5:      August 3rd – August 6th
Week 2:     July 12th – July 16th                  Week 6:      August 9th – August 13th
Week 3:     July 19th – July 23rd                  Week 7:      August 16th – August 20th
Week 4:     July 26th – July 30th                  Week 8:      August 23rd - August 27th
  Stay tuned for registration information! Registration will take place online for full weeks only.

                EDUCATION IN PERTH EAST
  Avon Maitland District School Board (English Public)
  Milverton Public Elementary School (68 Mill St. East, Milverton)
  Sprucedale Public Elementary School (2215 Fraser St., Shakespeare)
  North Easthope Public Elementary School (4672 Rd. 108, R.R. #1, Stratford)
  Central Perth Public Elementary School (4663 Rd. 135, R.R. #1, Sebringville)
  Mornington Central Public Elementary School (7241 Rd. 131 Perth East,
  R.R. #1, Newton)
  Huron-Perth Catholic District School Board (English Separate)
  St. Patrick’s Catholic Elementary School (4583 Rd. 145, R.R. #1, Sebringville,
  Kinkora Village

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PERTH EAST PARKS & PLAYGROUNDS
Greenwood Park
12 Cobalt Street, Milverton
Large Park with playground and pavilion that
was built and donated by the Milverton Lions
Club.

                                     Lyle Yost Memorial Park
                                     4001 Perth Line 72, Millbank
                                     The Lyle Yost Memorial Park is owned by the
                                     Township of Perth East and operated by the
                                     Millbank & District Recreation Association.
                                     There are 2 ball diamonds with lights,
                                     concession booth, pavilion and playground.
                                     Booking: Freida Kuepfer at (519) 595-4409
Milverton Lions Park
Main Street North Milverton
(at the corner of Main St. N. and Fulton St.)
The Milverton Lions Park is owned by the Township of
Perth East and maintained by the Milverton Lions Club.
This small well shaded park with a gazebo is the perfect
place for a break or picnic lunch.
                                      Milverton Mill Street Park
                                      25 Mill Street East Milverton
                                      Located beside the Library, this playground
                                      is a favourite of kids of all ages.

Morningdale Centennial Park
4141 Line 73, Millbank
The Centennial Park is a large park with open
space and an enclosed pavilion with a small
kitchen facility and washrooms.
Booking: Perth East Recreation and Community Services at (519) 595-8375
                                      Newton Park
                                      4465 Community Centre Drive, Newton
                                      The Newton Park is owned by the Township of
                                      Perth East and operated and maintained by the
                                      Newton Athletic Association. The park has two
                                      (2) soccer pitches, ball diamond, playground,
                                      pavilion and washroom.
                                      Booking: Emmaline Wagler at (519) 595-8569
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PERTH EAST PARKS & PLAYGROUNDS
PERC Park
40 Temperance Street, Milverton
The PERC Park opened in 2011 and features a
playground, picnic area, ball diamond, ½ size
soccer pitch and a walking trail.

                                 Pioneer Park Playground
                                 4079 Waterloo Street, Millbank
                                 The Pioneer Park Playground is maintained by the
                                 Township of Perth East in an agreement with the
                                 Grand River Conservation Authority. The Pioneer
                                 Park Playground was made possible with financial
                                 support from the Government of Canada.

Quinlan Park
4817 Line 46, Rostock
The Quinlan Park has a playground, horseshoe pit,
picnic tables and pavilion with washrooms.
Booking: (519) 393-5716

                                    Shakespeare Opti-Mrs. Park
                                    3976 Galt Street, Shakespeare
                                    The Shakespeare Opti-Mrs. Park is on the same
                                    property of the Shakespeare & Community
                                    Optimist Hall. The Playground was made
                                    possible with the financial support of the
                                    Shakespeare Opti-Mrs.

PERTH EAST RECREATION COMPLEX (PERC)

40 Temperance Street, Milverton
The PERC has a large banquet hall and
other meeting room options to meet
the needs of a variety of functions. The
PERC is owned and operated by the
Township of Perth East.
Booking: (519) 595-8375 or email
bwestman@pertheast.ca
Covid-19 Protocols are in affect which may change the occupancy and activities
permitted in the facility – please go to pertheast.ca for current condition of use.

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PERTH EAST RECREATION COMPLEX (PERC)

PERC Banquet Hall
The Banquet Hall is large enough
for functions up to 440 persons, yet
can be divided up for smaller more
intimate gatherings.
Features:
•   An adjoining commercial kitchen
•   Table setting for 400
•   Commercial dishwasher
•   Cooking equipment, banquet warmer, walk in fridge
•   Utensils, pots, 6 coffee makers, serving carts
•   A separate beverage room and serving window
•   Fully licensed under AGCO
•   Round or rectangular tables.
PERC Auditorium
Overlooking the arena, the Auditorium can accommodate groups of up to 150
persons for special functions. With a kitchenette and a separate beverage serving
area, this room is ideal for meetings or parties. This room is fully licensed under
the AGCO.
The installation of sports flooring, complete with shuffleboard lines, turns this area
into an activity or fitness room.

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Arena
Perth East Recreation Complex Arena
40 Temperance Street, Milverton
Booking: (519) 595-8375
The Perth East Recreation Complex
Arena is the only ice rink in Perth East
build in 2003.
Arena Features include:
•   200 ft. X 85 ft. ice surface
•   Banked seating for 750 persons on one side
•   Six team dressing rooms
•   Two dressing rooms for officials
•   Auditorium and viewing room overlooks the ice surface for 150 persons
The Arena schedule can be viewed on www.pertheast.ca

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PERTH EAST RECREATION COMPLEX (PERC)

 Swimming Pool
 Perth East Recreation Complex Pool
 40 Temperance Street, Milverton
 (519) 595-8297
 The Perth East Recreation Complex Pool is the only outdoor swimming pool in
 Perth East. Opening in 1995, the pool measures 25 m X 12 m, with a capacity of
 200 swimmers.
 Pool Features Include:
 •   Two diving boards
 •   Vortex Water Slide
 •   Wheel chair access to water
 •   Accessible change room facilities
 •   Pool depth .92 m to 2.74 m
 Swimming is a great way to be physically
 active. The PERC Pool offers swimming
 lessons under the Canadian Lifesaving
 Society. Swimming programs such as
 lane swim, waterfit and public swim
 opportunities available to accommodate all interests. The pool schedule,
 admittance policy and general rules are all available on the Perth East website
 pertheast.ca

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PERTH EAST PLACES OF WORSHIP
Berean Christian Fellowship          Milverton Christian Fellowship
4138 Perth Line 72, Millbank         6619 Perth Road 131, Milverton
Bethel Conservative Mennonite Church (519) 595-8782
3968 Perth Line 72, Millbank         Mornington Amish Mennonite Church
(519) 595-8590                       4233 Line 61, Poole
Brookside Conservative Mennonite       Morningview Amish Mennonite Church
Church 7800 Perth Road 131. Carthage   4815 Line 70, Milverton
(519) 595-8459                         North Easthope/Amulree Reformed
Burns Presbyterian Church              Mennonite Church
66 Main Street North, Milverton        1993 Perth Line 43, Amulree
(519) 595-8953                       Poole Mennonite Church
Carthage Old Colony Mennonite Church 6475 Perth Road 121, Poole
4622 Line 83,Carthage                (519) 595-4622
Elgin Missionary Church                Second St. John’s Lutheran Church
4192 Perth Line 36, Stratford          4802 Line 42, Wartburg
(519) 271-5407                         (519) 393-5870
Fairhaven Amish Mennonite Church       Shakespeare Presbyterian Church
4186 Line 61, Poole                    2196 Line 34, Shakespeare
(519) 595-4012                         (519) 625-8317
Fairhaven Amish Mennonite              St. James Evangelical Lutheran Church
Meeting House 7386 Perth Road 121,     1998 Line 45, Mennonite Corner
Hesson                                 St. Patrick’s Roman Catholic Church
First St. John’s Lutheran Church       4593 Road 145, Kinkora
4994 Line 34, Sebringville             St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church
(519) 393-6431                         4594 Line 49, Moserville
Generations Community Church           St. Paul’s United Church
1804 Line 45, Lisbon                   39 Main Street South, Milverton
Hampstead United Church                (519) 595-8349
2208 Line 47, Hampstead                St. Peter’s Lutheran Church
Heritage Mennonite Church              53 Main Street North, Milverton
6995 Freeborn Street, Millbank         (519) 595-8357
(519) 595-7633                         Sunrise Church of God in Christ,
Hesson Christian Fellowship            Mennonite Church
4105 Road 121, Hesson                  7892 Perth Road 121, Hesson
Klearview Old Colony Mennonite         (519) 595-7432
Meeting House                          Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church
7721 Road 129, Carthage                2210 Line 29, Sebastopol
Knox North Easthope Presbyterian       (519) 655-2372
Church 4500 Road 108, Amulree          Zion United Church
Lighthouse Gospel Church Mornington    4994 Perth Road 135, Rostock
4817 Line 80, Peffers

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