Town News
Notice of Upcoming Activity - Flood Mitigation Study - Surveying and Aerial Mapping Taking Place
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Please be advised that Dillon Consulting Limited will soon be conducting field work in Middleton. This work is a critical component of ongoing flood mitigation efforts.
To ensure they have the most accurate data possible, teams will be utilizing two primary methods of data collection:
1. Remotely Piloted Aircraft System (RPAS/Drone) Flyover
Dillon Consulting will be deploying a small quadcopter drone (drone) to capture high-resolution aerial imagery and topographic data in the community. The RPAS will be operated by certified pilots in accordance with all Transport Canada regulations.
2. Ground Surveying Crews
In addition to the aerial flyover, you will see surveying crews on the ground. Crew members will be using GPS equipment and tripod-mounted tools to verify ground elevations and map existing utility structures. All personnel will be wearing high-visibility safety vests
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Project Schedule
Weather permitting, teams are scheduled to be in Middleton during the following window:
· Date(s): Monday May 4th, 2026
· Time: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Daily
Please note: In the event of high winds or rain, the aerial portion of the work may be rescheduled to the next available clear day.
Tax Bills Have Been Sent
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Property tax bills have been sent and are on their way to residents. Please check your mail in the coming days.
If you do not receive your bill by mid-May, please contact the Town Office at
Please note that the payment due date is June 1, 2026.
For information on tax bills, payment options, rates, and more, click HERE
Public Hearing Notice - May 19
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The Town of Middleton will hold a Public Hearing on Tuesday, May 19 at 5:30 p.m. at the Middleton Fire Hall (49 Church Street).
The Public Hearing will address the following:
• 18 King Street – An application to amend the land use designation of the property and permit the expansion of an existing dealership parking lot onto 18 King Street through a Development Agreement.
• Magee Drive – Proposed amendments to the Municipal Planning Strategy (MPS) and Land Use By-law (LUB) to clarify that grouped dwellings may be considered by Development Agreement within the Residential designation.
This hearing provides an opportunity for residents and other interested parties to present comments to Council regarding the proposed amendments and draft Development Agreement.
If you are unable to attend in person, written submissions may be provided in advance of the hearing.
For written submissions:
902-825-4841 ext. 111
For questions regarding the applications:
Church Street Closure Notice
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Please be advised that Church Street in between School Street and Commercial Street will be closed for Wildfire Preparedness Day activities at the Middleton Fire Department. School Street and Commercial Street will be unaffected by this closure.
Date: May 2
Time: 10:00am-2:00pm
Location: Church Street (in between
Brush Dump Hours Extended for the Month of May
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The Town of Middleton will have Special Hours of Operation for the Month of May at the Brush Dump. The Brush Dump will be open during the weekend to better serve the community.
Brush Dump Hours:
Monday to Friday:
8:30am-4:30pm
Saturday and Sunday:
8:00am-11:00am
Battery Recycling Now Offered at Town Hall
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The Town of Middleton now has battery recycling available at Town Hall.
Proper battery disposal helps protect our environment and keeps hazardous materials out of landfills. Residents are encouraged to safely recycle accepted household batteries at the designated drop-off location:
Town Hall - 131 Commercial Street, Middleton
Accepted Batteries
The program accepts:
- Rechargeable batteries (up to 5 kg), including lithium ion, nickel cadmium, nickel metal hydride, nickel zinc, and small sealed lead acid batteries
- Household single-use batteries, including alkaline (AA, AAA, 6V, 9V, C, D), button and coin cell batteries, and lithium primary batteries
Not Accepted
The following batteries are not accepted through this program:
- Car batteries (wet-cell batteries)
- Damaged or defective lithium or lithium ion batteries
- Batteries that are part of a recall
- E-mobility batteries, including e-scooter, hoverboard, and e-bike batteries
- Batteries over 5 kg
Residents are asked to review accepted battery types before dropping items off to ensure safe handling and proper recycling.
