The Town of St. Marys has expanded its electric vehicle infrastructure.
The Town of St. Marys has expanded its electric vehicle infrastructure.
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Last month, three Level 2 electric vehicle-charging stations were installed in municipal parking lots – two at the Pyramid Recreation Center, and one in the Jones Street lot. Each station features two ports, bringing the town’s total to eight ports over three locations, with one post already installed at the train station.
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The new charging stations were added as part of the Perth County Electric Pathway, an initiative aimed at improving access to electric vehicle (EV) chargers across St. Marys, Stratford and Perth County.
Level 2 chargers are ideal for residents who don’t have a charging station at home, commuters who work in town and day trippers. An average electric vehicle will take four to 10 hours to charge using a Level 2 charger.
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“These new chargers offer yet another incentive for people to visit (St. Marys),” Mayor Al Strathdee said. “They are also a great asset for residents who own an EV and those considering one.”
The town is currently seeking funding to add a Level 3 fast charger to its network, with a goal of having one in place by 2026. The installation of a single Level 3 charger can cost upwards of $100,000, compared to $7,500 for a Level 2 port .
The cost to use the chargers in St. Marys is $2 per hour. Parking spaces that have a charging station are reserved for use by EVs and only while charging. Those who park a non-electric vehicle in a charging space or park an EV in a charging space without using the charger could receive a fine of up to $120.
Questions about the chargers can be directed to the clerk’s department at [email protected].
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