The Town of Marathon strives to make our community safe, healthy and enjoyable for everyone.
By-laws are created as a way to address issues and concerns of the community. They are created to protect the environment, public health, safety and to maintain a pleasant community for everyone.
Frequently Requested By-laws
All-terrain Vehicles (By-Law 1899) Schedule B
Animal Care & Control (By-Law 1788)
Business Licencing (By-Law 1574)
Firearms Discharge (By-Law 968)
Motorized Snow Vehicle (By-Law 1641)
Open Air Burning (By-Law 1463)
Property Standards (By-Law 1734)
Waste Management (By-Law 1890)
Zoning By-Law (By-Law 1873) Please note: s. 4.10 Fencing was removed and replaced with By-Law 1975
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By-Law 1943 - Municipal Accommodation Tax (MAT) |
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The Municipal Accommodation Tax is effective June 1, 2019 at a rate of 4%. Effective March 1, 2024 the Municipal Accommodation Tax is at a rate of 6%. The tax applies to accommodation sold for a continuous period of less than 30 days in a hotel, motel, lodge, inn, bed and breakfast, dwelling unit or any place an accommodation is provided. Amenity fees and service charges including meals, room incidentals, valet services or parking provided they are separately itemized on the invoice are not included in this tax. Hospitality rooms and meeting rooms that do not contain a bed are not considered accommodations. The Municipal Accommodation Tax must be identified as a separate item or charge on each bill, receipt or invoice. |
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By-Law 2057 - Yard Maintenance |
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On June 26, 2023 Council adopted the Yard Maintenance By-Law 2057 and includes the following regulations.
This By-law allows Town of Marathon staff and contractors to access private property to remove grass and weeds which do not comply with the By-law. The cost for any removal can be charge back to the property. |
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Smoke Free Ontario Regulations |
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Smoke Free Ontario is a landmark piece of legislation that shields workers and the public from the harmful effects of tobacco and vaping by banning smoking and vaping in enclosed public places and enclosed work places. |
Town of Marathon Policies
(Please note that this list is subject to change without notice)
Administration (AD)
0007 - Employee Code of Conduct
0011 - Municipal Naming/Renaming Policy
0017 - Flag Use
0018 - Accessible Customer Service
0021 - Accessibility – Integrated Standards
0028 - Customer Code of Conduct Policy
0030 - Marathon Public Library Board of Directors
0031 - Use of Corporate Resources for Election Purposes
Community Services (CS)
0002 - Access to Community Recreation Facilities & Programs for Persons with Disabilities
0011 - Municipal Facilities Alcohol Policy
Council (CO)
0001 - Council Remuneration
0002 - Council Code of Conduct
0003 - Student Councillor Policy
0005 - CAO Performance Appraisal Policy
0008 - Council-Staff Protocols
0009 - Pregnancy & Parental Leave for Members of Council
Emergency Services (ES)
203 - Health & Safety Policy
Finance (FI)
0002 - Entering into Lease Agreements
0003 - Travel Expenses for Staff & Members of Council
0005 - Tax Collection Policy
0010 - Tangible Capital Asset Policy
0011 - Investment Policy
0012 - Asset Transfer Policy
0014 - Credit Card Policy
Team Member Services (TMS)
0001 - Job Training Development
0006 - Harassment & Violence in the Workplace
0011 - Hiring & Employment
Joint Health & Safety (JHS)
0001 - Health & Safety Policy Statement
0016 - Emergency Evacuation Plan
0026 - Worksite Health & Safety Workplan
0027 - Modified Work Program
0034 - Working Alone
Works & Operations (WO)
0006 - Waiver of Bag Tag or Fee Requirements
0026 - Drinking Water Quality Management System (DWQMS)
0033 - Sewer Backup
0034 - Water Line Maintenance
To request access to policies or general records please contact us below.
Please allow 2-4 business days for the processing of your request.
For more information or if you have any questions relating to by-laws please contact us.
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