Township of Severn

Service: Planning Department, Orillia

Record #: ORI0141
Last Modified: 18 Sep 2024
Last Full Update: 12 Jan 2024

Description

Description (Service) Township of Severn is governed by the Mayor and Council, along with a variety of committees and boards. Review our municipal plans, reports and studies to learn how we're planning for the future.
We provide the following services:
  • Administration
    Provides an essential link to the public and supports the Mayor, Council, boards, and committees by providing research and professional advice, implementing Council's decisions, and maintaining the operations of the Township. Send an email to the Administration department.
  • Finance
    Prepares the annual budget and asset management plan, budget administration, tax rate calculations, water and wastewater rate calculations, management of municipal funds, coordination of the year-end audit, financial statement preparation and reporting, payroll and benefits administration, and accounts payable and purchasing. Send an email to the Finance department.
  • Fire and Emergency Services
    Provides a range of fire and emergency services to protect life, property, and the environment. This is achieved through public education, prevention, enforcement, fire suppression, rescue, life support services, investigation and training. Send an email to the Fire and Emergency Services department.
  • Planning and Development
    Responsible for the overall management of growth and physical development of the Township through the land use planning and development process, permit review, issuance, and inspection, and by establishing goals and objectives for future growth and development. Send an email to the Planning and Development department.
  • Public Works
    Responsible for the design, construction, maintenance, and rehabilitation of Severn's infrastructure, roads, facilities, sports fields, water treatment and distribution systems, and wastewater treatment and collection systems. Email the Public Works department.
  • Recreation, Parks, and Facilities
    Responsible for the management of facilities and sportsfields, and provides recreation, arts, and culture programming. Email the Recreation, Parks, and Facilities department.

Service Details

Hours Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm
Areas Served Severn
Eligibility No restrictions
Application No Application Process
Languages English
Fees None

Address and Location

Located In Community Severn
Address & Map
1024 Hurlwood Lane
Severn, ON
Canada L3V 0Y6
Intersection Burnside Line and Hurlwood Lane
Physical Access Fully Accessible

Contact Information

Office Phone 705-325-2315
Fax 705-327-5818
E-Mail info@severn.ca
Website www.severn.ca
Primary Contact Communications Officer; Phone: ext 249; Email: communications@severn.ca
Alternate Contact Laurie Kennard, CAO; Phone: ext 227; Email: lkennard@severn.ca
Mailing Address PO Box 159 
Orillia, ON 
Canada L3V 6J3

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