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Black River-Matheson to Open New Township Office on Fifth Avenue in Matheson

Justin Barber

Sep 10, 2025 — 1 min read

The Township of Black River-Matheson has announced it will move its municipal office to a new location at 124 Fifth Avenue in downtown Matheson. The new office is scheduled to open on Thursday, September 11, and Friday, September 12, 2025, according to a notice issued by the township and signed by Clerk Hong J. Lei.

This change means that residents seeking in-person municipal services will need to visit the new Fifth Avenue address starting on the office's reopening dates. The move was announced publicly through an official notice posted to the township's website and public channels.

The township's notice includes thanks to residents for their patience during the upcoming transition. Further information or updates relating to the move have not been detailed at this time. The notice did not specify reasons for the relocation or note any changes to existing township services beyond the office address update.

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