As ice storm clean-up measures continue, the County of Simcoe and Town of Innisfil have partnered to open a new temporary free brush drop-off site to serve residents living in Innisfil, and nearby communities within the County of Simcoe.
“After dealing with the initial response to the ice storm, we continue to support recovery efforts, including the long-term cleanup of brush and debris," said Warden Basil Clarke, County of Simcoe.
"We know that other communities in Simcoe County were hit hard by the storm, and we’re extending our support to help more residents and communities as best we can. Curbside collection of brush will take time, so we urge residents who can access a truck or trailer to utilize the free brush drop off-sites as much as you can. Thank you to our partners at the Town of Innisfil for supporting this temporary solution.”
Barrie's News Delivered To Your Inbox
By submitting this form, you are consenting to receive marketing emails from: Central Ontario Broadcasting, 431 Huronia Rd, Barrie, Ontario, CA, https://www.cobroadcasting.com. You can revoke your consent to receive emails at any time by using the SafeUnsubscribe® link, found at the bottom of every email. Emails are serviced by Constant Contact
The temporary site will only accept brush and tree-related debris free of charge. No other waste or debris materials can be accepted at this location (please utilize other County waste drop-off locations). County of Simcoe residents and contractors will NOT be charged for brush until the end of May.
All users of the site should be prepared to confirm a County of Simcoe address. Contractors may be asked to confirm that their brush material is from a County of Simcoe address. Residents and contractors within the City of Barrie, City of Orillia or communities located outside the County of Simcoe should use their own municipal sites.
This new temporary site is located at 675 Big Bay Point Road, which is a property owned and managed by the Town of Innisfil.
Starting Wednesday, April 16, the site will be open Monday to Saturday (closed Sunday) from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. for a minimum of two weeks. The Town of Innisfil is working to update near neighbours to the site due to the expected temporary increase in traffic volume. We thank the community for their understanding during this time of need.
In addition to this new site, the County has extended operating days and schedules at the majority of its waste drop-off locations and opened the additional temporary brush drop-off sites to assist residents with clean-up:
- Coldwater (1675 Anderson Line)
- Midhurst (1904 Gill Road)
- New Innisfil (675 Big Bay Point Road)
As hours of operation may change, residents are asked to visit simcoe.ca or download the Simcoe County Collects App and monitor schedules.
“We know the clean up from the ice storm has been challenging for those impacted, and Town of Innisfil staff continue with their efforts," said Mayor Lynn Dollin, Town of Innisfil.
"We are pleased to offer a way for residents to dispose of brush in partnership with the County of Simcoe to assist with storm debris you may have on your property.”
Curbside Brush Collection
A reminder that curbside brush collection continues with our regular Leaf and Yard vehicles as well as increased chipping crews that can handle larger brush debris. Please be patient as this will impact regular spring leaf and yard waste collection.
For up-to-date information on storm-related impacts and services affecting the County of Simcoe, please visit simcoe.ca/IceStorm or download the Simcoe County Collects App for waste and brush disposal information.
