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TOWNSHIP DEPARTMENT INFORMATION TOWNSHIP DEPARTMENT INFORMATION 6 Zorra Now | Spring 2025 Zorra Now | Spring 2025 7 Fire &Emergency Services Department Zorra Fire Rescue wishes to remind all residents and visitors to Zorra Township that there is an increased risk of brush fires between when the snow melts and when lush living ground cover returns. Last year’s leaves, grass, and other highly flammable plant debris has spent the winter drying, and fires that start in these material will spread quickly, and may spread to larger fuel sources, like wooded areas, vehicles, and homes. The following are some examples of how you can prepare for the drier summer months. • Cut your grass early, grass under 8 inches high pose significantly lower fire spread threats than longer unmanaged lawn. • Any grain fields near buildings and near your property’s perimeter should be worked up as soon as practical. Grazing livestock in these fields can help between tilling. • Unmanicured fence lines and ditches are a fast way for fire to travel. Check corral lines, perimeter fencing, and ditches to ensure they do not become overgrown. • Maintain access to water sources on your property for firefighting purposes. FireSmartCanada.ca has resources, tips, and tricks to keep your homes and businesses safe from these fast-moving fires. Questions about FireSmartCanada.ca can be sent to fire@zorra.ca. Zorra Emergency Management Zorra Emergency Management (ZEM) was a successful applicant for the Government of Ontario’s Emergency Preparedness Grant. As part of this application ZEM will receive funding to purchase a trailer and supplies to open a reception centre for displaced residents and visitors to Zorra Township. This reception centre will require skilled workers to run. ZEM wishes to create start collecting data around emergencies, including available resources and stakeholder engagement. Do you want to keep your family and your community safe? ZEM is looking for community members and businesses to self-identify interest in discussing the future of the organization, and of what resources may be available during an emergency. • Volunteer administrative staff • Volunteer medical professionals • Volunteers offering storage solutions • Volunteer translators • Volunteer skilled labour • Volunteer stakeholders • Volunteer liaison officers from established organizations • Volunteer communications and information technology professionals Please email emergency@zorra.ca to express your interest and to start the conversation. No email? No problem. Call 519-485-2490 Zorra Fire Rescue has two skilled fire inspectors who can assist you in fire safety. Is fire safety outside your skillsets? Are you missing a fire safety plan in your workplace? We can help! Email fire@zorra.ca to request a fire and life safety inspection or a consultation to answer any questions you may have. The humidity and corrosive gases produced by animals and their products can damage permanent electrical systems, even without direct contact with the livestock. There are specific requirements for the installation of electrical equipment in these areas, and they require more regular inspection and maintenance schedules than many other types of electrical installations. Please contact the Manager of Emergency Services/Fire Chief, Joshua Doyle at 519-425-2301 or at jdoyle@zorra.ca if you have any questions. By-Law Enforcement Recreation Vehicle (RV) Parking: Notice to all RV/boat owners. Our Zoning By-law allows front driveway storage of RVs and boats from May 1 – October 31. After October 31, front driveway storage of these vehicles shall be removed and stored elsewhere. After October 31, the vehicles may be stored on your side lot or rear lot provided that they meet the 5 foot setback. Rules about dogs: The weather is now changing and dogs are outside for extended periods of time, please be aware of the Animal Control By-law 43-15. The By-law prohibits dogs from running at large. The result of which may be a fine of $200.00 plus fees. Dogs require a leash at all times when walked. They shall not wander (Running at Large) on public or other private properties. In addition, all excrement shall be picked-up and properly discarded in a garbage bin as outlined in the By-law. Failure to do so could result in a fine of $125.00. If you wish to view By-laws they can be found on the website http://www.zorra.ca/Home/Our-Township/By-Laws-Policies. Dave Robertson, By-law Enforcement Officer 226-374-6795 Fireworks Residents may set off consumer fireworks on their private property 2 days prior to and 2 days following Canada Day, Labour Day, Victoria Day and Diwali as long as they are set off before 11PM, by persons 18 years of age or older. Consumer fireworks are prohibited from being discharged inside of any building, structure, or vehicle. Written approval by the Chief Fire Official is required for discharging fireworks from municipal property including streets, lanes, squares, parks, etc. Reminder for residents to let their neighbours know when they plan to set off fireworks. Fireworks may be sold in the Township, 7 days prior to Canada Day, Labour Day, Victoria Day and Diwali, to persons 18 years of age or older, as long as the retailer receives an approved permit from the Township.

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