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West Perth is committed to promoting energy conservation and responsible & sustainable waste management in our community.
The Energy Conservation and Demand Management Plan 2014-2019 is West Perth's plan to reduce overall energy consumption and our carbon footprint. Click on Energy Conservation below to learn more.
More information on West Perth's waste management and how to reduce household waste can be found on our Garbage, Recycling and Waste page.
To improve forest, soil, fish, wildlife and water resources in Perth County the County Council has enacted By-law 3557-2016. This By-law prohibits the destruction or injury of any living tree located in a woodlot or woodlands within the County as defined by the By-law. Click on Trees below to learn more.
The Municipality of West Perth uses the Perth County Weed Inspector to investigate and spray any noxious weeds reported on municipal or county land, including road allowances. Click on Weed Control below to learn more.
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Under the Green Energy Act, 2009 and as a public agency, we prepare, publish, make available to the public and implement energy conservation and management plans. The Energy Conservation and Demand Management Plan 2014-2019 is the municipality's plan for reducing our carbon footprint and overall energy consumption. The goals of the Energy Plan are:
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To contact a Weed Inspector, or if you require more information, please contact Marvin Smith, County Weed & Tree Inspector at 519-291-2236. In accordance with the Weed Control Act, R.S.O., property owners are responsible for spraying and removing noxious weeds on their property. The Municipality does not spray or pay for the spraying of noxious weeds on private property or private roads. The County Weed Inspector shall perform all duties required by the Weed Control Act and regulations. If you have questions related to pesticide use please contact the Ministry of Environment at 1-800-565-4923 or visit the Ministry of Environment website. Roadside SprayingVegetation control along the County roadsides is an important part of road maintenance. It ensures clear sight lines for signs, intersections and roadside wildlife, promotes drainage and drying and prevents the establishment of trees and brush in the right of way. Roadside herbicide spraying will be completed yearly in the months of May and June. The herbicide will selectively kill weeds but not the grasses and is approved for use on roadsides under the public works exemption of the cosmetic pesticide ban. Spraying of the herbicide will be completed by a qualified contractor licensed by the Ministry of the Environment and Climate Change under requirements of the Pesticides Act. A public notice of this pesticide use will be advertised in the local paper, and on the municipal website. Property owners who do not want the unmaintained ditch in front of their property sprayed can contact the Operations Manager. Property owners who do not want the unmaintained ditch in front of their property sprayed can post “No Spray” signs at the start and finish of their property. These signs must be at least 30cm x 60cm (1 ft x 2 ft) and be easily read from the shoulder of the road.
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Japanese Knotweed is an invasive species that has been found in various locations in the flood plain and along the trails in Mitchell. The Municipality and Upper Thames River Conservation Authority (UTRCA) are working together to control and remove the Japanese Knotweed from the area. If you have questions concerning Japanese Knotweed contact Jay Ebel, Forestry Technician by email or at 1-519-451-2800.
Learn more about Japanese Knotweed and West Perth's management of Japanese Knotweed below. Removing Japanese Knotweed - UTRCA - 16 Sep 2019 Massive Removal of Invasive Species in Mitchell - UTRCA - 5 Sep 2019 Japanese Knotweed - Ontario's Invading Species Awareness program |
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The Ausable Bayfield Conservation Authority (ABCA) is raising awareness of a potential Gypsy Moth caterpillar infestation and actions homeowners can take to reduce its impact.Landowner Guide to Gypsy Moth Management Learn more about the Gypsy Moth on the ABCA Gypsy Moth webpage. |