NEWS RELEASE
ONTARIO PROVINCIAL POLICE
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TOWNSHIP OF GUELPH-ERAMOSA – The Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) along with Grand River Conservation Area (GRCA) staff are pleased to announce that Guelph Lake - GRCA is now open for limited day-use activities between the hours of 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. Outdoor enthusiasts are reminded that all buildings and onsite facilities including washrooms, picnic areas, playgrounds and the beach remain closed for the time being. Visitors that have not purchased a Grand River Parks membership are required to pay prior to entering the grounds. The gatehouse is closed however a cash payment (exact change only) must be deposited into the payment box located at the gatehouse prior to entering and limited parking is available inside the park.
"The GRCA is happy to be able to provide these great outdoor recreational opportunities and hope all can enjoy by following all the provincial and public health guidelines. For more information on the GRCA and our operations please visit our web site at www.grandriver.ca". Brad Dixon. Superintendent - Grand River Conservation Authority.
Wellington County OPP encourages park use but wants to remind visitors that parking on Conservation Road, Wellington Road 124 and Kaine Hill Drive to access Guelph Lake or for any other reason, is PROHIBITED.
All the roads are signed as no parking areas and Kaine Hill Drive is clearly marked with multiple "Tow away zone" signs along both sides of the road, however people continue to park there. Between May 29 - June 2, 2020, OPP issued 127 parking infraction notices as a result of several parking complaints from area residents and community members.
OPP officers have the authority to issue offence notices and/or tow vehicles that are found in contravention of the bylaw. Section 7 of the Wellington County Bylaw stipulates that where a vehicle is found parked in violation of the bylaw, police may tow as well as ticket the vehicle. The registered owner of the vehicle is responsible for any associated towing and storage fees.
"OPP officers continue to receive daily calls for service to the aforementioned areas in regards to unlawfully parked vehicles and trespassing on GRCA property. Strict enforcement will be exercised by the OPP to ensure compliance with the Wellington County By-Law and the Trespass to Property Act". Traffic Sgt. Darryl Porterfield - Wellington County OPP Traffic Management Unit.
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