The Township of Leeds and the Thousand Islands has extended the date for tax and utility payments and is waiving requirements for waste labels.
Mayor Corinna Smith-Gatcke says this is a challenging and uncertain time and we want to do what we can to assist our residents and businesses. She adds the Township continues to review ways to address the needs of our community and will provide media and website updates with any new information.
The Township recognizes that some local residents and businesses are experiencing financial impacts due to COVID-19. As a result the Mayor and Council are taking the following actions:
- The Township has extended the due date for the 2020 interim property taxes by 60 days- revised due date May 19, 2020.
- Lansdowne water/wastewater utility bills are being mailed this week and the due date has been extended 60 days- revised due date June 1, 2020.
There are several payment options available including online, through telephone banking, at most financial institutions or mail a cheque to the Township office. If you are unable to use one of the available payment options, please contact the Township at 613-659-2415.
The Township has waived the requirement for waste labels for household waste until May 31, 2020. There is a 4-bag limit per household per visit. Waste sites remain open regularly scheduled hours. Household Clean up Cards (formerly Amnesty cards) and Construction Waste Tickets are available at Lyndhurst Home Hardware and Lansdowne Freshmart at the usual price.
The Township of Leeds and the Thousand Islands Emergency Control Group will continue to meet regularly to review and update information regarding COVID-19.
More information is available on the towns website.
The Township of Leeds and the Thousand Islands extends date for Tax and Utility Payments and waives requirement for Waste labels. For further information, please visit the Township website.
Posted by Township of Leeds and the Thousand Islands on Tuesday, March 24, 2020