General
How many level of roads are there?
There are 4 levels of roads.
- Private
- Municipal
- County
- Provincial
What does Dysart do to promote community involvement?
Explore our lakes campaign, variety of recreational programs for all ages, learning based programs hosted by the museum, etc.
Name 3 departments within the municipal office.
Building Department, Parks and Recreation, Finance and Property Tax, Planning and Land Information, Administration, Roads and Public Works, Landfill and Waste Management, Fire and Emergency Management, By-Law Enforcement and Licensing
What are the hours of operation of the office?
8:30 am - 4:30 pm.
Monday to Friday excluding holidays.
What municipal resources are available to employees?
- Access to municipal vehicles
- Supplied cellphones when applicable
- Up to date computers
- etc.
How many municipalities are there within the County of Haliburton?
4
- Dysart et al
- Minden Hills
- Highlands East
- Algonquin Highlands
How many landfills does Dysart have? Where are they located?
5.
Haliburton, West Guilford, Harcourt, Kennisis Lake, West Bay
What departments accept co-op students?
Parks and Rec, Building and By-Law, Finance, Admin
How does the municipality promote team building?
- Celebrating birthdays
- Group lunches/ pot lucks
- Golf Tournaments
- Christmas Parties
- etc.
How secure is a municipal career?
Job security is achieved through unions in some municipalities as well as extended probationary periods which allows for an extensive assessment of skills and performance.
How often do municipal elections take place?
Every 4 years. Last one was October 22, 2018, next one will be held October 2022.
Who enforces animal control?
By-Law Officer
How many people does Dysart employ?
Give or take 80 including volunteer firefighters, seasonal staff, etc.
Does the municipality hire family members/friends?
Dysart has a hiring policy which dictates that family members cannot work under the same direct supervision.
Is there any room for growth?
Yes. Job postings are posted internally and externally throughout the county. If a person is willing to pursue professional development options such as courses, workshops, etc. their opportunities for advancement increases.
How many geographical townships are there within Dysart?
9.
Dysart, Dudley, Harcourt, Harburn, Bruton, Guilford, Havelock, Eyer and Clyde.
Can you request for a marriage certificate through the municipality?
Yes. It costs $100.
What is the minimum age requirement to join the volunteer fire department?
Must be 18 years or older
Can you be a municipal employee as well as a council member?
No - to run for council you would have to take a leave of absence from your municipal career.
What is an added compensation that doesn't show up on the pay cheque?
Pension and benefits
How many residents are there in the municipality of Dysart et al?
6280 permanent residents. (source 2016 census)
Seasonally it can swell to over 20,000
What municipal document regulates what, where and how specific lands can be developed?
Zoning by-law
What is the minimum age to run for council?
18.
Who directs staff initiatives?
Councilors who are elected by the public
How much could you make as a municipal employee?
Upwards to $100,000 depending on the job and what qualifications you have.