News Release For Immediate Release
Governments of Canada and Ontario sign new Great Lakes Agreement
December 19, 2014 – Toronto, Ontario
The governments of Canada and Ontario have renewed their commitment to restore, protect and conserve the Great Lakes by signing the Canada-Ontario Agreement on Great Lakes Water Quality and Ecosystem Health (COA), 2014.
The five-year agreement commits Canada and Ontario to:
Take action to address algal blooms, including blue-green algae Complete actions to clean up historical Areas of Concern including the Niagara River, Nipigon Bay, Peninsula Harbour, the Bay of Quinte and the St. Lawrence River (Cornwall) Help prevent aquatic invasive species from entering the lakes Protect the lakes from harmful pollutants Conserve important fish and wildlife habitats Strengthen collaboration with the Great Lakes community
The Great Lakes are vitally important. They are home to many unique ecosystems and species. The Great Lakes also provide us with drinking water, recreation, energy, transportation, and enhance our quality of life. The 2014 COA is the result of negotiations between Canada and Ontario and engagement with the Great Lakes community.
Both governments look forward to continuing to work with the Great Lakes community to protect the Great Lakes, including First Nations and Métis, municipal governments, conservation authorities, non-government organizations, the scientific community, industrial, agricultural, recreational and tourism sectors, and members of the public.
Quick Facts The Canada-Ontario Agreement on Great Lakes Water Quality and Ecosystem Health (COA) builds on a long history of environmental cooperation between Canada and Ontario and is the eighth of its kind since 1971. COA establishes shared Great Lakes priorities among eight federal departments and three Ontario ministries. COA identifies time-bounded measurable goals, results and commitments and strengthens cooperation. The Great Lakes play a vital role in the physical, social, and economic life of Canada, and support almost 40 per cent of Canada’s economic activity. The Great Lakes directly provide drinking water to more than 10 million Ontario residents.
Quotes
“The Government of Canada is committed to protecting our rich natural heritage. Ensuring the continued health of the Great Lakes is a priority for our Government and collaboration with the province will be important. Through this renewed partnership, our Government is taking action to restore and conserve Great Lakes water quality and ecosystem health for the benefit of all Canadians.”
– The Honourable Leona Aglukkaq, Minister of the Environment, Minister of the Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency and Minister for the Arctic Council
“The Great Lakes are vitally important to the people of Ontario. Our vision is a healthy Great Lakes for a stronger Ontario—Great Lakes that continue to be drinkable, swimmable and fishable. This agreement will help us implement Ontario’s Great Lakes Strategy.”
– Glen Murray, Minister of the Environment and Climate Change
Associated Links
Canada-Ontario Agreement on Great Lakes Water Quality and Ecosystem Health, 2014 Canada-U.S. Great Lakes Water Quality Agreement Ontario’s Great Lakes Strategy
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Ted Laking Director of Communications Minister’s Office Environment Canada 819-997-1441
Media Relations Environment Canada 819-934-8008
Environment Canada’s Facebook page Environment Canada’s Twitter page
Lucas Malinowski Minister’s Office Ontario Ministry of the Environment and Climate Change 416-212-7307
Kate Jordan Communications Branch Ontario Ministry of the Environment and Climate Change 416-314-6666
Environment Ontario’s Facebook page Environment Ontario’s Twitter page
Civilian Governance and Oversight of the Niagara Regional Police Service
A Newsletter from the Niagara Police Services Board
NOV/DEC 2014 NOV/DEC
Volume 10, Issue 11 Issue 10, Volume
POLICE SERVICES BOARD 2015 BOARD MEETING SCHEDULE All regular monthly Committee and Board meetings Chair are held on the second and fourth Thursday of each Regional Cllr. Henry D’Angela month. The schedule is outlined below: SEASON’S Vice -Chair Vaughn Stewart Committee Meetings Regular Board Meetings January 8 January 22 Members GREETINGS February 12 February 26 Vance Badawey March 12 March 26 Gary Burroughs Kenneth Gansel April 9 April 23 At this very special time of year, the Niagara Police Bob Marshall May 7* May 21* Services Board and staff would like to extend warm Todd Shoalts June 11 June 25 holiday greetings to you and your loved ones. Executive Director July 9 July 23 Many of us are engaged in activities that fill us with Deb Morton August 6* August 20* September 10 September 24 the wonderful spirit this season brings. Executive Assistant Dawn Cichocki October 8 October 22 Let us all try to remember those who are not as November 12 November 26 fortunate and try to assist to make their world a Address December 3* December 17* little brighter. We hope that the spirit of the season 110 James Street, 2nd Floor continues throughout the year and wish you a safe, St. Catharines, ON L2R 7E8 *The Board meeting dates for May and August have healthy and happy New Year! Phone been scheduled one week earlier due to the Ontario Association of Police Services Boards (OAPSB) and the (905) 685-0321 Holiday Office Closure: The Board office will be Fax Canadian Association of Police Governance (CAPG) th closed on Wednesday, December 24 and re-open (905) 688-0036 Annual Conferences, as well as one week earlier in the on Monday, January 5th. Email month of December to better accommodate the [email protected] holiday season. Web www.niagarapolice.ca
NRPS CONSTABLE JACOB SMITS RECEIVES TOP HONOURS FOR BRAVERY Constable Jacob Smits received the Ontario Medal for Police Bravery from the Lieutenant Governor of Ontario and the Minister of Community Safety and Correctional Services at a special ceremony held at Queen's Park on November
27, 2014 in recognition for his acts of bravery and actions that went above and beyond the normal demands of police service while attempting to save a young male suspect from falling into the Niagara gorge on July 24, 2012. MONTHLY Constable Smits responded to a call about an 18-year-old man who was wanted for arrest. During a EVENTS foot pursuit the suspect went through a yard overlooking the Niagara gorge. Constable Smits heard the sound of breaking branches beyond the wall and found that the suspect had jumped over the Police Services Board retaining wall and was standing about three metres below on uneven terrain. Constable Smits Administrative Office realized he was in immediate danger of falling and leapt over the wall, grabbed a tree branch and Holiday Office Closure December 24 - January 5, 2015 tried to reach out to the suspect. They never made contact, and both fell about 24 metres into the gorge. Constable Smits was lifted from the gorge after a challenging rescue by the NRPS Emergency Task Unit, officers from the Niagara Parks Police and the Niagara Falls Fire Department. He was January 8, 2015 treated for significant injuries. Sadly, despite the best efforts of first responders, the 18 year-old Police Services Board man did not survive the fall. Committee Meetings 8:30 am – 11:30 am, PSB Boardroom Niagara Regional Police Headquarters The heroism shown under these life-threatening circumstances embodies courage, strength and selflessness that are 1st Floor, 110 James Street, beyond measure. The Board applauds Constable Smits' efforts and the tremendous commitment made by him St. Catharines, ON personally to the community, which goes far beyond the call of duty. The Medal for Police Bravery is the Province’s highest honour in recognition for actions demonstrating outstanding courage. January 22, 2015 Police Services Board Regular Monthly Meeting The Niagara Police Services Board is the civilian body established by provincial legislation that provides governance 8:30 am, PSB Boardroom and oversight of the Niagara Regional Police Service. It is accountable to the Ministry of Community Safety and Niagara Regional Police Headquarters 1st Floor, 110 James Street, Correctional Services and the Ontario Civilian Police Commission. If you are interested in viewing past issues of the St. Catharines, ON “Board Report” newsletter or other information about the Niagara Police Services Board, please visit
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A Newsletter from the Niagara Police Services Board
REPORTS RECEIVED BY THE BOARD o Speed Detection Devices – Annual report summarizing police procedures and training provided to Service members, in compliance with legislation. The Board received reports on the following topics at the November 27 and o Police Uniforms – Annual report on compliance with procedures for December 18, 2014 meetings that may be of interest to you. To access the standardized police uniforms. Board agenda, minutes and additional information, please visit our website o Accessibility Standards for Customer Service – Annual report providing a at www.niagarapolice.ca summary of police procedures and Service compliance.
o Occupational Health and Safety – Annual report summarizing police o Provincial Response to Suspension Without Pay – Notice from the Minister that the issue will be addressed by the Future of Policing procedures and compliance with legislative requirements. o Violence and Harassment Prevention in the Workplace – Annual report Advisory Committee (FPAC) as part of its review to plan for more efficient, effective and sustainable police service delivery in Ontario. on police procedures, program evaluation and compliance with legislative o Office of the Independent Police Review Director (OIPRD) – Annual requirements. Report on civilian oversight of Ontario's public complaints system for the o Management of Police Records – Annual report on compliance with period of April 1, 2013 to March 31, 2014. Full report available on-line at policies and procedures for managing, handling and destruction of police www.oiprd.ca records. o Brock University and Niagara College – Bursary Awards – Status report o Police Sponsorship – The Board is proud to financially support the for the bursary award fund statements from Brock University and Niagara following police-sponsored events: College in support of the Collaborative Studies in Policing and Criminal YWCA Niagara Region – $500 to assist women and children seeking Justice Program. shelter and support through various programs offered by the YWCA. o Revision to LEARN Guidelines – Criminal Record Check Disclosure – Out of the Cold Dinner Program – $300 to sponsor a holiday meal Report advising that the NRPS has modified criminal background checks to provided through various community churches for people in need. follow the Ontario Association of Chiefs of Police (OACP) revised LEARN Special Olympics – $750 to offset expenses incurred by police employees Guidelines for Police Records Checks. performing volunteer duties at Special Olympics events. o NRPS Disclosure of Secondary Activities – Annual report on disclosures International Police Hockey Tournament – $500 to the NRPS Hockey Team made by Uniform and Civilian members who participate in secondary for participation in the 2015 Tournament. employment activities unrelated to their employment with the Police o Marked Patrol Vehicles – Annual report on marked general patrol Service. vehicles, including a summary of procedures, total number of police o Fundraising for Service Related Organizations – Annual report on vehicles and kilometers travelled, acquisition of police vehicles and status fundraising initiatives of the NRPS in accordance with the Board's By-law. of compliance with legislative guidelines. o Solicitation and Acceptance of Public Donations, Sponsorships or Private o NRPS 2014/2015 Vehicle Replacements – Approval to purchase 10 Sector Funding Arrangements – Annual report on all programs carried out Service vehicles for 2014 through the Police Purchasing Cooperative by the Service that are funded by outside sources through public Tender and initiate the 2015 capital project budget relating to vehicle donations, sponsorships, or the private sector. replacements in the amount of $1.4 million. o Child Pornography – Annual report on police procedures, training and o Use of Force – Revised Appendices for Board By-law and Purchase compliance with legislative requirements. Approval – Updated guidelines for Use of Force and the training standards o Sudden Death and Found Human Remains – Annual report on police to support the Ministry approvals of the TASER X2 and X26 models for use investigations into sudden death and found human remains to ensure by police in Ontario, and approval to purchase 211 CEWs (X26P model). compliance with legislative guidelines. o 2013-2015 Business Plan Completion of Cycle – Annual report on status o Special Fund – Monthly reports summarizing the transactions and fund of objectives and performance metrics for Year 2 of the Business Plan, activities for October and November 2014. consistent with the requirements of the Adequacy Regulations. o Ontario Association of Police Services Boards (OAPSB) and Canadian o Ontario Police Video Training Alliance (OPVTA) – Business Plan - Association of Police Governance (CAPG) – Board approval of OAPSB and Approval of the 2015 OPVTA Business Plan, outlining the NRPS Video Unit CAPG membership renewal for the year 2015. responsibilities, use of time/resources, the operational expenses and cost o Revised Board Procedural By-law – Board approval of a revised by-law to recovery, and authorization to maintain annual membership fees at 2014 ensure procedural rules are consistent with the Board's current practices. levels. o Revised Preliminary Perimeter Control and Containment By-law – Board o Ontario Police Video Training Alliance (OPVTA) – External Projects – approval of an updated by-law to maintain compliance with the Ministry's Board approval of the NRPS Video Unit's participation in external, cost- Policing Standards Manual and the Adequacy Standards Regulation. recovery projects, at the rates established by Board By-laws. o Senior Officers' Association – Election of Officers – Notification of the o Skills Development & Learning Plan – Annual report on the Service's Plan results of the SOA Election of Officers for the September 2014/2015 term. and compliance with legislative guidelines. o Hamilton Bulldogs Military Appreciation Night – Marcus Cirillo Trust Fund – Board approval of a $300 donation from the Special Fund to the Hamilton Bulldogs Military Appreciation Night in support of the Marcus NRPS OPERATIONAL STATISTICS Cirillo Trust Fund. Homicides – Two compared to six for same period in 2013, compared to o Niagara Parks Police Special Constables – Presents quarterly information three in 2012, two in 2011, three in 2010. on complaints, use of force, discipline and arrests made during the third Traffic Fatalities – Year-to-date, 16 fatal collisions with 18 deceased; quarter of 2014. compared to 20 collisions in 2013 and 2012, and 15 in 2011. o Supervision – Annual report on police supervision and compliance with Life Threatening Injury Collisions – 22 compared to 26 for same period legislative requirements. in 2013 and 2012, and 22 in 2011. o Youth Crime – Annual report summarizing police procedures and Marijuana Grow Operations – Year-to-date the NRPS seized illegal drugs compliance, and steps taken to monitor and evaluate youth crime. totaling a street value of over $2.6 million o Robbery Investigations – Annual report about police investigation of Robberies – NRPS solved 2 of 12 reported robberies in November, 10 robberies to ensure compliance with legislative guidelines. investigations are still ongoing with no arrests to-date. o Bail and Violent Crime – Annual report summarizing police procedures and compliance, with legislative requirements. o
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AMO Breaking News - 2015 Pre-Budget Submission Outline AMO Communications to: [email protected] 2015-01-06 04:36 PM Hide Details From: AMO Communications
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AMO’s 2015 Pre-Budget Submission Outline
The Ontario Legislature’s Standing Committee on Finance and Economic Affairs will be meeting to conduct Pre-Budget consultations in late January. AMO has asked to make an oral presentation to the Committee in addition to making a written submission. Any municipality wishing to make written submissions has until 5:00 p.m. on Friday, January 30, 2015 to write to the Clerk of the Committee. Contact details are below. AMO is also expecting to meet with the Minister of Finance and other key Ministers on our budget advice.
Below is a general outline of AMO’s 2015 Pre-Budget Submission.
Context and General Themes:
Provincial and municipal governments share an interest in long-term financially sustainability.
The Province is focused on reducing its deficit and expects all sectors to be a part of its resolution (e.g. health, education, municipal). Municipalities understand the concerns with the provincial deficit and debt and related ancillary impacts.
Sustainability for municipal governments will not happen if the Province decides to move costs to the local level in the short or long term, either deliberately or by avoidance. Local pressure builds when the Province stops programs that the public needs or have become the norm over time.
Municipalities are united with the provincial government on seeking additional assistance from the federal government for municipal infrastructure and housing.
Healthy municipal governments and local economies are essential to a healthy Ontario economy. Efforts to build prosperity at a local level start with a stable property assessment and property taxation system and their integrity needs to be reinforced.
There are plenty of opportunities for the Province to assist municipal governments in critical areas at no cost to the provincial treasury.
We must begin to look forward and consider what the future looks like for Ontario communities. A healthy future for municipal governments in this province will include among other matters, the following:
1. The Province, in concert with municipal government, undertaking a cumulative impact analysis of municipal fiscal health. We need to answer these questions: what provincial actions have affected the budgets of municipal
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governments, which parts of the sector are most affected, how will any negative impacts be mitigated? The upload of some provincial programs has been helpful to some parts of the province but others have had greater challenges in adjusting to decrease in the OMPF, including the accelerated OMPF reductions for 2015. At the same time, many municipalities are dealing with significant reductions in assessment for specific industrial property types and land uses.
2. Streamline responsibilities between the municipal and provincial orders of government with clearer and simpler lines of accountability. One of the matters that the Drummond Report highlighted was the amount of provincial oversight and municipal reporting that is required but often not usefully analysed. One municipality tallied the reports it provides to the Province on a yearly basis. It submits the following to provincial ministries: 96 monthly reports, 100 quarterly reports, 6 semi-annual reports and 68 annual reports. This is a subtotal of 270 reports annually, plus an additional 16 audited statements, plus the annual Financial Information Return. The total tally: 287 reports. That’s more than one for every single workday in the year. From AMO’s perspective, there is plenty of room to simplify reporting requirements while maintaining accountability and improving the coordination of these activities in a streamlined way.
Aligning responsibilities with resources is a key accountability consideration which should be reviewed. Too often municipal governments are footing the bill yet lack the levers to control cost. How do we bring greater cost containment to local bodies, consistent with provincial and local fiscal frameworks? This is a question without an immediate answer.
3. Action is needed on police and emergency service costs. The Province needs to modernize the standards and the delivery of these services. This includes the legislative framework and labour relations. The annual salary increases for police officers and fire fighters are roughly three times the rate of inflation. This is not sustainable. Police officer and fire fighters do important work and are well compensated; but these ever-increasing costs are challenging municipalities to be able to provide for the full range of programs and services that keep a community safe. In addition, AMO is advocating for legislative changes that would end union interference in the off-duty volunteer firefighting activities of Ontario’s firefighters.
4. Infrastructure and housing investment is a top municipal priority. The permanent $100 million Ontario Community Infrastructure Fund is a welcome addition to help support critical infrastructure in Ontario’s smaller communities. Over time, AMO expects that the government will honour its commitment to increase funding and move to a full formula allocation. Larger municipalities are also expecting funding from the Provincial-Territorial Infrastructure component of the Building Canada Fund. AMO is urging an open process for municipal applications for these dollars.
The provincial and federal governments have renewed the Investment in Affordable Housing agreement for a further five years. While this is welcome, the short-term, time-limited nature of provincial and federal funding makes it difficult for municipalities to develop and implement long-term housing plans. Permanent and enhanced funding programs for housing are greatly needed.
Generally, we have known since the mid-2000s that infrastructure needs are greater than the available funds. We expect the infrastructure gap will be even greater when all the municipal asset management plans are completed. We will need to work on a much more involved and predictable infrastructure funding and financing approach. This is an essential part of sustaining economic prosperity for Ontario and its municipal governments.
5. Improve the rule of law and its administration; pass Bill 31, the Highway Traffic Statute Law Amendment Act. This would greatly help municipalities by putting more teeth into enforcement and the collection of unpaid fines administered under the Provincial Offences Act .
6. Make changes that cost the Province nothing, but would help municipal governments manage their costs. Changes to interest arbitration and joint and several liability reform are two obvious examples. When arbitrators make decisions, they need to focus on the community itself and the negotiated agreements that other municipal staff in that community have negotiated. What they shouldn’t focus on is a settlement from an emergency service 1,000 kilometres away. The time has come to resolve this long standing challenge. On joint and several liability, the
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government recently backed away from minor reforms. This approach needs to be reconsidered - municipal governments cannot afford to be the insurer of last resort or to assume the responsibility of others’ mistakes.
7. Growth must pay for growth. On Development Charges, artificial discounts for transit, etc. and exclusions (e.g. hospitals) need to end. Municipal governments are looking to see progress in this area.
Municipal governments wishing to make a submission are encouraged to reinforce these themes with specific local examples. Pre-budget submissions can be directed to:
Katch Koch Clerk, Standing Committee on Finance and Economic Affairs Room 1405, Whitney Block Queen's Park, Toronto, ON M7A 1A2 E-mail: [email protected]
AMO Contact: Matthew Wilson, Senior Advisor, e-mail: [email protected] , 416-971-9856 Ext. 323.
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In This Issue - 2015 - It will be quite a year! - Request for nominations to fill 2014-16 AMO Board vacancies. - Municipal resolutions growing for legislative action on Double Hatters. - Industry Canada revises 3500 MHz Rural Broadband Policy. - Five-year Canada-Ontario Agreement on Great Lakes Water Quality. - New term. New year. New AMO training. - What is land use planning? - 2015 AMO Conference guest room booking information. - Put money back in your pocket with the LAS Home & Auto Program. - Upgrading to LEDs a bright idea for your new council. - OMERS new Funding Management Strategy. - Request for nominations for the 2015–19 ROMA Board. - Dazzling Notice Awards. - Career opportunities with Ontario Public Service and AMO.
Guest Column 2015 will be quite a year - a commentary by Pat Vanini, AMO Executive Director.
AMO Matters Please be advised that in accordance with the Association’s By-law and vacancy policy, the Secretary- Treasurer is requesting nominations to fill vacancies on the 2014 – 2016 AMO Board of Directors.
Provincial Matters Over 40 municipal governments so far have supported AMO’s request for immediate legislative changes that would end union interference in the off-duty volunteer firefighting activities of Ontario’s firefighters. This is critical for many Ontario communities that do not require and cannot afford a full- time, salaried fire department. In the fall we asked the Minister of Labour, the Honourable Kevin Flynn, for these changes and are awaiting his response.
Federal Matters Federal Industry Minister James Moore listened to your concerns and announced the 3500 MHz spectrum band will maintain existing rural service. AMO and ROMA would like to thank those municipalities that provided their support with letters and resolutions opposing the original proposal that could have diminished current rural broadband service. Further information, including the Minister’s letter, can be found on ROMA’s website.
The federal and provincial governments have renewed the Canada-Ontario Agreement on Great Lakes Water Quality and Ecosystem Health (COA). COA implements the Canada-US Great Lakes Water Quality Agreement, working to reduce algal blooms, cleaning up Areas of Concern and strengthening water quality research.
Eye on AMO/LAS Events New term. New year. New AMO training. AMO offers Councillor Training 101, Personal Responsibilities and the Meetings Series in 2015. Find out how these trainings can benefit you!
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What is land use planning? Why do municipalities need to plan? AMO presents a new online self - directed course in Land Use Planning. Log-in to the AMO online portal and become familiarized with the basics of land use planning today!
The 2015 AMO Conference guest room booking information is available online. The 2015 Conference will be held in Niagara Falls, with guest room booking at the six hotels opening on January 13th, 2015 at 10 am. Please review the guest room booking policy.
LAS If your wallet feels a little light after the holidays, replenish it with help from the LAS Home & Auto Program. Municipal staff and elected officials can save up to 25% on insurance rates. Start saving for next year’s gifts by saving on your insurance year-round. Get your free no obligation quote today !
Join the 85 municipalities benefiting from LAS’ market-leading design, project management, and product supply. Significant incentives and short paybacks make upgrading to LED streetlights a ‘no brainer.’
Municipal Employer Pension Centre of Ontario (MEPCO) OMERS Sponsors Corp approved a new, more meaningful Funding Management Strategy which outlines how benefits and contributions will be modified as the OMERS Primary Plan cycles through periods of funding deficit and surplus. Key elements of the strategy include a cap on blended contribution rates at 22.6% (11.3% per side), provisions for benefit reductions for rate increases above 21.5% and the provision for a reserve once the OMERS Plan is fully funded. The Funding Management Strategy is a major step forward in ensuring the sustainability of the OMERS Primary Pension Plan and in providing greater certainty to municipal governments, other employers and employees in managing their budgets.
Municipal Wire* Please be advised that in accordance with the Rural Ontario Municipal Association’s Policies and Procedures, the Chair is requesting nominations for Zone Representatives to the 2015-19 ROMA Board.
Since 2012, the Dazzling Notice Awards recognize municipalities who've made a substantial effort to inform the public about opportunities for citizen participation and actively encouraged residents to get involved. In 2014, four of six winners were Ontario municipalities: Ottawa, Middlesex County, Niagara Region, and Hamilton. Congratulations!
Careers Policy Analyst - Ontario Public Service . One temporary (up to 12 months). Location: Toronto. Please apply online by January 20, 2015, by entering Job ID 72509 in the Job ID search field and following the instructions to submit your application.
Policy Intern - AMO . Assisting Senior Advisors and the Director of Policy, the successful candidate will support AMO’s policy development process. The internship is a temporary position of up to 17 weeks. Please apply in confidence to: [email protected] by January 23, 2015.
About AMO AMO is a non-profit organization representing almost all of Ontario's 444 municipal governments. AMO supports strong and effective municipal government in Ontario and promotes the value of municipal government as a vital and essential component of Ontario's and Canada's political system. Follow @AMOPolicy on Twitter!
AMO Contacts AMO Watch File Team , Tel: 416.971.9856 Conferences/Events Policy and Funding Programs LAS Local Authority Services MEPCO Municipal Employer Pension Centre of Ontario OMKN Ontario Municipal Knowledge Network
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Niagara-On-The-Lake Hydro has Lowest Delivery Charges in Niagara
January 5, 2015 – In addition to the many other benefits enjoyed by Niagara-on-the-Lake residents, they now have the lowest electrical delivery charge in the Niagara Region from locally-owned Niagara-on-the-Lake Hydro.
“We have a long-term strategy that focuses on the best interests for our customers”, said Tim Curtis, Niagara-on- the-Lake Hydro’s President. “Our low delivery rate is a result of years of effective investment in our system. We strive for a safe, reliable system that can support a growing Niagara-on-the-Lake for years to come.”
Niagara Utility Delivery Charges (as of January 1, 2015) Delivery City/Town Utility % Difference Charge Niagara-on-the-Lake Niagara-on-the-Lake Hydro $37.47 - Grimsby Grimsby Power Inc $40.31 + 7.6% Niagara Falls, Lincoln, Niagara Peninsula Energy Inc. $41.04 + 9.5% Pelham & West Lincoln St Catharines Horizon Utilities $41.08 + 9.6% Welland Welland Hydro $42.20 + 12.6% Fort Erie Canadian Niagara Power - Fortis $52.90 + 41.2% Port Colborne Canadian Niagara Power - Fortis $53.94 + 44.0% Thorold, Wainfleet & Hydro One Networks Inc. $54.62 + 45.8% Pelham Urban Density Hydro One Networks Inc. $69.87 + 86.5% Medium Density Hydro One Networks Inc. $82.51 + 120.2% Rural Density Rates based on average monthly consumption of 800kWh for a residential customer. Source - Ontario Energy Board Bill Calculator - http://www.ontarioenergyboard.ca/oeb/Consumers/Electricity/Your%20Electricity%20Utility
As part of its continual system improvement, Niagara-on-the-Lake Hydro has a long-term plan to convert certain Old Town and Virgil electricity lines to underground (from pole feeds) and has an annual process of updating all old rural lines. The updates help improve the stability of the system, reduce line-loss and allow for system growth. A recent development is an outage management system that automatically notifies NOTL Hydro in the event of a power outage without the need of notification by customers. The system reduces the dispatch time and thereby reduces the length of the outage. Customers are still encouraged to call 905-468-4235 in the event of an outage.
ABOUT NIAGARA-ON-THE-LAKE HYDRO Niagara-on-the-Lake Hydro distributes power to over 8,600 customers in the Town of Niagara-on-the-Lake. We are committed to operating as a sustainable high-performance, customer-driven business and to providing the highest standard in safety, service and reliability. NOTL Hydro was the first Ontario utility to be awarded with the IHSA’s Platinum Safety award and was the 2014 ENERGY STAR® Utility of the Year (Regional Category) in Canada. The Town of Niagara-on-the-Lake is the 100% shareholder of the corporation.