Posts by Simcoe Reformer
County partners with Indwell on Norfolk Inn
July 10, 2019
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The possibility that the Norfolk Inn might revert to its flophouse past motivated some on Norfolk council this week to support a partnership with social housing provider Indwell.
The vote Tuesday in favour of Norfolk participating in the $8.5 million renovation was 5-4.
Council supports Indwell project
July 3, 2019
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County councillors are backing an ambitious redevelopment of the former Norfolk Inn into an affordable housing complex.
County, Indwell seek common ground on Norfolk Inn
June 28, 2019
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Social housing provider Indwell will share its latest thinking on the Norfolk Inn renovation in downtown Simcoe with Norfolk council Tuesday. Indwell has ambitious plans for the property but the county is reluctant to make a long-term funding commitment.
Norfolk asked for $5M over 20 years
June 19, 2019
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Norfolk County is under pressure to make a substantial financial commitment to the redevelopment of the former Norfolk Inn in downtown Simcoe. This week, Norfolk council deferred a decision on
Mayor pushes back on social housing plan
May 14, 2019
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Staff seeks partnership on Norfolk Inn redevelopment A contentious debate over affordable housing is taking shape at Norfolk council. Housing affordability has emerged as a major issue across Canada in
Last Call Draws Crowd
April 29, 2019
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The stripper pole from the former Norfolk Inn has been sold but the stage, albeit empty, is still there. The basement bars remain in place for now, but will be
