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3-4 1. August 2, 2012, AMO Watch File 5-11 2. August 2, 2012, City Solicitor/Clerk's Department OMB Decision 1258 Michigan Ave. 13 3. July 27, 2012, Relay for Life Thank you 15 4. July 25, 2012, Association of Ontario Road Supervisors Bruno Ferrera Road Supervisor Certification 17-18 5. July 25, 2012, MPAC Concurrent Session to be held at AMO's 2012 Annual Conference 19-20 6. August 2, 2012, AMO Mobile App 21 7. July 31, 2012, AMO Annual Conference Registration 23 8. July 30, 2012, County of Lambton West Nile Virus Found in Lambton County Mosquito Pool 25-34 9. July 27, 2012, Committee of Adjustment Notice of Hearings of August 7, 2012 35-36 10. August 2, 2012, Ombudsman Ontario ENewsletter 37 11. July 30, 2012, Ministry of the Environment Great Lakes Guardian Community Fund 39-40 12. August 2, 2012, Ontario Drinking Water Leadership Summit 41-42 13. August 2, 2012 2012 CRST Fall Symposium Registration

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In This Issue - AMO website maintenance advisory. - New funding opportunity for Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Basin communities. - AMO online registration system will be unavailable August 1- 14. - Collaborate. Innovate. Discover. Fall Symposium preview now available. - AMO Conference Program at a Glance now online. - Build on your leadership skills with Heads of Council Training. - OMKN showcases leading municipal practices at AMO Conference. - Resolution from the Town of Niagara-on-the-Lake. - Career opportunities with the Continuous Improvement Fund and the Ontario Public Service.

NOTE: Please be advised that AMO will be performing an upgrade to a new version of software on August 2nd starting at noon EDT and ending by August 4th at 4:00 PM EDT. During this time, you may experience an intermittent interruption when accessing the AMO website. Password protected areas of the site will be unavailable such as Municom, MIDAS, EMT, EPT and Gas Tax Reporting.

Provincial Matters The Ministry of the Environment’s Great Lakes Guardian Community Fund will provide approved projects with up to $25,000 in grants funding for local actions that protect the Great Lakes. Municipalities are eligible for funding when collaborating on a project with a community based organization.

Eye on AMO/LAS Events The AMO online registration system will be unavailable August 1- 14th, inclusively, due to upgrades to our internal database system. During this time, registrations will be accepted via fax or scanned pdf to email. To download event registration forms please visit the AMO website and click on Events & Training. Details on all upcoming AMO events can be found in this section. We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience during this transition time as we strive to enhance your online experience with AMO. Online registration will be available as of August 15th. Should you have any issues or questions regarding registration please contact AMO Events at [email protected] or at (416) 971-9856.

The 2012 Counties, Regions and Single Tier Symposium brings exciting speakers and timely sessions that will encourage delegates to “Collaborate. Innovate. Discover.” Sessions cover topics such as aging, the arts, immigration, diversity, social innovation and more.

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Register today for an interactive AMO Heads of Council training session designed to hone your existing leadership skills and help you develop new ones, in Ottawa - August 18, 2012.

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THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF SARNIA City Solicitor/Clerk’s Department 255 Christina Street N. PO Box 3018 Sarnia ON Canada N7T 7N2 519 332-0330 519 332-3995 (fax) 519 332-2664 (TTY) www.sarnia.ca [email protected]

August 2, 2012

Mayor Bradley and Members of Sarnia City Council:

Re: OMB Decision – 1258 Michigan Avenue

The Ontario Municipal Board hearing with respect to 1258 Michigan Ave. (Madhu and John Baker – former Community Girls Home) was held on January 11, 2012, and the written decision, which has just been received, has been attached for Council’s Information.

The Rezoning Application for the subject property was denied by Council at its meeting held on June 27, 2011, and the appeal was dismissed by the OMB.

Sincerely,

Brian W. Knott City Solicitor/Clerk

Attach: OMB Decision

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ISSUE DATE: 2 10729

ntario Ontario Municipal Board Commission des affaires municipales de !'Ontario

Madhu Baker and John Baker have appealed to the Ontario Municipal Board under subsection 34(11) of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. P.13, as amended, from Council's refusal to enact a proposed amendment to Zoning By-law 85 of 2002 of the Corporation of the City of Sarnia to rezone lands respecting 1258 Michigan Avenue from Urban Residential (UR 1) Zone to a site specific Urban Residential Zone to permit the existing dwelling to be used as a Rooming or Boarding House with approximately 14 bedrooms for international female students attending Lambton College OMB Case No.: PL 110729 OMB File No.: PL 110729

APPEARANCES:

Parties Counsel

Madhu and John Baker

City of Sarnia S. McEachran

DECISION DELIVERED BY J. G. WONG ORDER OF THE BOARD

Madhu John Baker ("Applicants") are appealing a refusal Council for the City Sarnia (City) for a site specific zoning by-law amendment permit an existing group to used as a Rooming or Boarding House with approximately fourteen 4) bedrooms for international (overseas) female students attending Lambton College. are known municipally as 1258 Michigan Avenue Property).

Applicants were self-represented and assisted a local the was a

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- 2 - 10729 students attending Lambton College to reside there as an alternative to having it remain as a group home for "troubled youths under supervision".

According to Mr. Bain, the Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC) already describes the Subject Property as a rooming house. He testified that along Michigan Avenue for 500 yards on either side of the Subject Property is a variety store, drug store, senior's lodge, church, school, home for the aged and a fast food restaurant and that only 33% of the lands in this stretch of Michigan Avenue are residential. In Mr. Bain's opinion, this is not a stable area because most of the homes in the area have changed ownership in recent years.

It is Mr. Bain's evidence that of all the rooming and boarding houses in the City, only one is located in an area zoned to permit a Rooming or Boarding House; the others are located in areas that permit group homes.

Max Williams is a qualified land-use planner and a Development Planner with the City. Mr. Williams testified that the Subject Property is zoned UR 1 - Urban Residential 1, which represents the lowest density for single family residentiaL The residential densities in the City range from UR1 to UR5. The higher density residential zones UR4 and UR5 permit rooming houses; while group homes and women's shelters are permitted as right all residential zones. group home provides a valuable service is success.

Mr. Williams testified that Lambton College has been actively recruiting overseas students but that these students can be accommodated in the City. According to Mr. Williams, existing vacancies in the are sufficient house any overseas students. refers a Canada Mortgage and Housing Report (Exhibit October 2011 indicated apartment City were at

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Mr. Williams testified that of the four existing one is a UR4 and so it is permitted, another one zoned 01 which is a downtown zone that includes rooming houses, and the remaining two represent non-conforming uses that have existed for many years.

According to Mr. Williams, a by-law can only be about use and not the people. You cannot dictate who is allowed into any accommodation and to do otherwise would be people zoning. Therefore, the City could approve specific student accommodations but once designated (in this case as a rooming house), it could nonetheless be rented to anyone.

Mr. Williams testified that Municipal Property Assessment Corporation designations are independent of zoning and they are an evaluation for tax purposes and this is distinct from zoning and there is no correlation here.

According to Mr. Williams, since 1954 all the homes in this neighbourhood have been sold at one point but this does not suggest neighbourhood instability. Official Plan (OP) policies determine stability not based on changes ownership but rather if the properties here continue to be used for residential purposes and if there are little or no applications for rezoning.

Mr. Williams informed the some about student rental concerns were when there are multiple unrelated students living together.

n Mr. Williams' opinion, boarding houses are buildings; therefore, are more are zones. n the subject building is suitable use but the use is

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Analysis and disposition

In this instance, the board prefers the evidence of Mr. Williams who provided the only professional land use planning evidence. The planning evidence and opinions of Mr. Williams were not contradicted. The Board finds that the Subject Property is zoned UR1 signifying the lowest residential density. Institutional uses such as schools and churches are permitted in the UR 1 zone. The nearby retirement and seniors homes are all permitted through the appropriate zoning and have some degree of control or supervision of their residents. While there are some convenience and commercial uses located nearby on Michigan Avenue, the areas to the north and south of the Subject Property are predominately residential.

The major difference between a group home and the proposed rooming house is the supervision and control of the residents with the former. The existing group home is permitted under the current zoning. The group home residents were subject to 24-hour control and supervision because it operated under the Child and Family Services Act.

While, the proposed rooming house is intended for female students, Mr. Williams in his evidence confirmed that the City has no control over the future residents of a rooming house once designated and that the rooms can be rented to anyone. Unlike a group home, the residents of a rooming house are not under any control or supervision.

Board agrees with Mr. Williams a rooming is more akin an apartment building that is permitted the higher density UR4 and UR5 zones. There is no need to allow for the conversion of a group home into a rooming house when the has with a

Board heard concerns from the and

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THE BOARD ORDERS that the appeal against By-law of 2002 is dismissed.

This is the Order of the Board.

"J. G. Wong"

J. G. WONG MEMBER

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RELAIS FOR~;~AY LIFE POUR LA VIE t -~--

July 27, 2012

City of Sarnia Mayor Bradley 255 Christina Street North Sarnia ON N7T 7N2

Dear Mayor,

Thank you for supporting the biggest event making the biggest impact in the fight against cancer. We are thrilled you supported the Sarnia Relay For Life event by sharing the City and its amazing staff with us during our event. 2012 resulted in a very successful event and it would not have been possible without your support.

Relay For Life is more than just a fundraiser. Ws a time for you to join with your community to celebrate cancer survivors, remember and honour loved ones lost to cancer and fight back against all cancers.

For people like Michael Hale, diagnosed with cancer at age 25, it is a way for his family and friends to honour his battle against cancer.

"I have a tremendous sense of gratitude for my friends, family and the team of doctors and nurses who helped me battle cancer," says Michael. "I know how scary and lonely cancer can be, and to be a part of an event like Relay For Life that brings comfort and inspiration to people in need is a tremendous honour."

With the generosity of supporters like you, we are funding Canada's best researchers - researchers who work tirelessly towards the next breakthrough in cancer prevention, diagnosis and treatment to save more lives in the future. For those battling cancer today, you have enabled our Information Specialists to provide the information and support they urgently need to fight their cancer.

This work could not happen without you.

Thanks to your support, more lives will be saved. If you would like more information about our work in the fight against cancer and other ways to get involved in your community, please contact Paula McKinlay, (519) 332-0042.

In all we do, we for life.

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City of Sarnia Box Sarnia, ON N7T 7N2

Attention: Mayor Mike Bradley and Council

Re: Bruno Ferrera. Associate Road Supervisor

Dear Mayor and Council Members:

On behalf of the Association of Ontario Road Supervisors (AORS), I would like to congratulate your employee, Bruno Ferrera for his recent Associate Road Supervisor certification. As well, thank you for su lporting your employee and we encourage you to publicly acknowledge this achievement.

works professionals since 1961. In 1996 AORS was granted right to use designation Certification- Associate, CRS, Intermediate and Senior-

meet our

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July 25, 2012

To: All Heads of Council Ontario Municipalities

From: Dan Mathieson Chair, MPAC Board Directors

Subject: MPAC Concurrent Session to be held at AMO's 2012 Annual Conference

It is my pleasure to advise you that the Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC) will once again participate at the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) 2012 Annual Conference in Ottawa.

MPAC will participate in a concurrent session at AMO's Annual Conference on Tuesday, August 21 from 11:00- 12:15. We will provide delegates with an update on MPAC's activities including our efforts over the past year to improve assessment accuracy and service delivery as well as details on our plans for the 2012 province-wide Assessment Update this fall. Please check your conference program for additional details.

I will be joined by my colleagues on the Board and MPAC's Executive Management Group including the President and Chief Administrative Officer, Antoni Wisniowski.

We hope that you will have the opportunity attend the If are unable to attend and would like a copy of our presentation, please contact Arthur Anderson, Director, Municipal Relations, at 1 877 635-6722, extension 6993 or via e-mail at [email protected]. copy will also be available on MPAC's

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We appreciate the opportunity to speak to members of Municipal Councils in person and to answer any questions that you may have. We look forward to seeing you at this AMO Annual

Yours truly,

Dan Mathieson Chair, MPAC Board of Directors

Copy MPAC Board of Directors Antoni Wisniewski Executive Management Group Arthur Anderson

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AMO now has a year-round mobile app.

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• Membership information o Looking for the name and contact details of the CEO of a municipality, no need to google it, AMOmobile gives you access to a full and complete AMO member directory. o Want to connect with an AMO Board Member or staff members – access their emails at the touch of a button using the Board and Staff Directory. o Stay on top of breaking news, reports and more coming from AMO with an up-to- the-minute RSS feed built in to the app. o Tweet, re-tweet and see what’s being said @AMOPolicy, on AMO Events and more using the Twitter access feed. • Events o A quick glance guide of all the upcoming AMO and LAS events can be found in this section. o Look now for details on the AMO Annual Conference, including the full Conference Program, and build your own itinerary. o As AMO gets close to any of its Conferences, Symposiums or Workshops, get all the information you need to stay informed about the event. § Floor plans of venues § Full schedule of events with the ability to build your own itinerary § Speaker bios

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How to get the free AMO mobile app:

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For the ipad or iphone: Click on the App Store icon on your smart device and search for “AMO mobile” (two words), download, install and begin app navigation. Alternatively, AMO mobile is listed under the category “Business” in the itunes app store. The app is compatible with iPhone, iPod touch, and iPad and requires iOS 5.0 or later.

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Using the app: AMO mobile is designed to bring the Association to the palm of your hands 24/7/365. With it's easy to navigate interface we hope that it will become a useful resource in your daily municipal life. It uses a simple interface and navigation to bring you the information you need.

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Having trouble downloading or using the app: Contact AMO Events at [email protected] for assistance.

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From: [email protected] [mailto:[email protected]] Sent: July-31-12 3:07 PM To: Brian Knott Subject: AMO Online Registration is offline as of August 1, 2012

Please note the following:

• Online registration for the AMO Annual Conference is closed as of August 1st. You may still register for the Conference by downloading the PDF registration form from our website. • The AMO online registration system will be unavailable August 1-, due to upgrades to our system. During this time, registrations will be accepted via fax or scanned pdf to email. To download event registration forms please visit www.amo.on.ca. • We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience during this transition time as we strive to enhance your online experience with AMO. Online registration will be available as of August 15th. Should you have any issues or questions regarding registration please contact AMO Events at [email protected] or at (416) 971-9856.

Thank you for your understanding and patience during this time.

AMO Events.

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COMMUNITY HEALTH SERVICES DEPARTMENT

Environmental Health & Prevention Services 160 Exmouth Street Point Edward, ON N7T 7Z6 Telephone: 519 383-8331 Toll Free: 1-800-667-1839 Fax: 519 383-7092 www.lambtonhealth.on.ca

NEWS RELEASE Monday, July 30, 2012 For Immediate Release West Nile Virus Found in Lambton Mosquito Pool Lambton County, ON – The County of Lambton Community Health Services Department confirms that mosquitoes, collected July 25 from a trap in Petrolia, have tested positive for the West Nile virus. It is the first positive finding this year in Lambton County. No human cases of West Nile have been reported in Lambton, or in Ontario. The results of three dead birds submitted for testing are pending. Dr. Christopher Greensmith, (A) Medical Officer of Health for the County of Lambton, says “This is the time of year when people are at most risk of becoming infected with West Nile virus, so we are encouraging all residents of Lambton County to protect themselves against mosquito bites.” Community Health Services will monitor for the virus throughout the mosquito season. Weekly mosquito samples are collected throughout Lambton; dead bird reporting and testing continues. West Nile virus is spread to humans through the bite of an infected mosquito. The majority of people infected with West Nile virus do not get sick. Those who do become ill usually experience mild flu-like symptoms such as fever, headache, skin rash or muscle aches. Less than 1% of people infected with the virus get seriously ill. To reduce your risk of being bitten by mosquitoes: • Avoid areas with high mosquito populations • Take extra precautions from dusk to dawn when mosquito activity is high • Wear protective, light-coloured clothing • Use repellants containing DEET (follow label instructions carefully)

To reduce mosquito breeding areas: • Drain areas of standing or stagnant water on your property • Remove old tires, turn over pails, toys and wheelbarrows • Change water in bird baths (at least weekly) • Keep eaves clear to avoid trapped water

To track West Nile activity in Lambton, the public should report the sighting of ALL dead birds to Community Health Services by calling 519 383-3824, toll free at 1-800-667-1839 ext. 3824, or online at www.lambtonhealth.on.ca.

For information on the West Nile virus visit www.lambtonhealth.on.ca or call the West Nile virus information line at 519 383-3824, or toll-free at 1-800-667-1839 extension 3824.

For more information about Lambton County, please visit www.lambtononline.ca.

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Contact: Chad Ikert Manager, Environmental Health and Prevention Services County of Lambton Telephone: 519 383-8331 ext. 3507 Email: [email protected]

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THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF SARNIA People Serving People

PLANNING AND BUILDING DEPARTMENT

TO: Mayor Bradley and Members of Sarnia City Council

FROM: Beth Gray, Secretary-Treasurer of the Committee of Adjustment

DATE: July 27, 2012

SUBJECT: Committee of Adjustment Notices of Hearings

Attached please find the Agenda and Notices of Hearings for the Committee of Adjustment for the meeting on: Tuesday, August 7, 2012.

This material is provided for your information.

Attachments: Agenda and Notices of Hearings

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AGENDA CITY OF SARNIA COMMITTEE OF ADJUSTMENT HEARING

Tuesday, August 7, 2012

Council Chambers, Main Level, City Hall 5:00 P.M.

i) Declaration of Conflict of Interest

ii) Applications

1. Submission No. A22/2012 June Large Agent: Tom Baugh 759 Netherlands Place

2. Submission No. A23/2012 Smart Cars (Sarnia) Corporation Agent: N/A 235 Indian Road South

iii) Adoption of Minutes – July 17, 2012

iv) New Business

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CITY OF SARNIA COMMITTEE OF ADJUSTMENT NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING APPLICATION FOR MINOR VARIANCE – A22/2012

Please be advised that a Public Hearing of the Committee of Adjustment for the City of Sarnia will be held in Council Chambers on the main floor of City Hall on:

TUESDAY, AUGUST 7, 2012 PUBLIC HEARINGS BEGIN AT 5:00 P.M.

File Number: A22/2012 Property Address: 759 Netherlands Place Owner(s): June Large Agent: Tom Baugh Zoning: Urban Residential 2-1 (UR2-1)

PURPOSE OF THE APPLICATION:

This is an application to permit a new south side yard addition to an existing semi-detached dwelling with a minimum side yard setback of 1.5m (5ft).

REQUESTED VARIANCE(S) TO THE ZONING BY-LAW:

1. Proposed south side yard addition with a minimum side yard setback of 1.5m (5ft) WHEREAS a minimum side yard setback of 3m (10ft) is required.

PLANNING ACT INFORMATION

If a person or public body that files an appeal of a decision of the City of Sarnia Committee of Adjustment in respect of the proposed minor variance, does not make written submissions to the City of Sarnia Committee of Adjustment, before it gives or refuses to give approval of the minor variance, the Ontario Municipal Board may dismiss the appeal.

If you wish to be notified of the decision of the City of Sarnia, Committee of Adjustment in respect of the proposed minor variance, you must make a written request to the City of Sarnia Committee of Adjustment, 255 N. Christina Street, P.O. Box 3018, Sarnia, Ontario, N7T 7N2 on or before the date of the hearing. For additional information regarding this application please contact Brandon Weiler, at 519 - 332-0330 (ext. 290).

Dated this 26th, day of July, 2012. Beth Gray, Secretary-Treasurer, Committee of Adjustment [email protected] 519-332-0330 ext. 344 Attachment(s): Area Map, Applicant’s Site Plan, Applicant’s Building Plan

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Area Map A22/2012 759 Netherlands Place

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Applicant’s Site Plan A22/2012 759 Netherlands Place

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Applicant’s Construction Plan A22/2012 759 Netherlands Place

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CITY OF SARNIA COMMITTEE OF ADJUSTMENT NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING APPLICATION FOR MINOR VARIANCE – A23/2012

Please be advised that a Public Hearing of the Committee of Adjustment for the City of Sarnia will be held in Council Chambers on the main floor of City Hall on:

TUESDAY, AUGUST 7, 2012 PUBLIC HEARINGS BEGIN AT 5:00 P.M.

File Number: A23/2012 Property Address: 235 Indian Road South Owner(s): Smart Cars (Sarnia) Corporation Agent: N/A Zoning: General Commercial 1 (GC1)

PURPOSE OF THE APPLICATION:

This is an application to permit a new animated sign that is 0.7m (2.2ft) by 1.8m (6ft) that forms part of a new freestanding sign fronting onto Indian Road South.

REQUESTED VARIANCE(S) TO THE SIGN BY-LAW:

1. Proposed 0.7m (2.2ft) by 1.8m (6ft) animated sign in a General Commercial zone, WHEREAS no animated signs are permitted in any zone.

PLANNING ACT INFORMATION

Dated this 27th, day of July, 2012. Beth Gray, Secretary-Treasurer, Committee of Adjustment [email protected] 519-332-0330 ext. 344 Attachment(s): Area Map, Applicant’s Site Plan, Applicant’s Sign Plan Page 31 of 42 ...

Area Map A23/2012 235 Indian Road South

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Applicant’s Site Plan A23/2012 235 Indian Road South

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Applicant’s Sign Plan A23/2012 235 Indian Road South

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The Ministry hired a hydrogeologist, who found that elevated amounts of salt in the water were not due to road salt, but the natural composition of the shale bedrock – known for high salt content – under "Ontario’s watchdog is sniffing out more problems than ever before — but needs more teeth to properly guard the public." their property. The Ministry denied - Toronto Star the couple’s request. Read the full report Watch the new Annual Report summary video Ombudsman staff learned that a Press release specialist from the Ministry of the Ombudsman's opening remarks Environment had been testing the Complaints by riding well water in the area for several months, and determined the source As the province grapples with the deficit and looks for ways to reduce costs, the Ombudsman can help ensure of the salt to be road salt. They then accountability and fairness in public services, as long as those services fall within his mandate, the Ombudsman says contacted the Ministry of in his latest Annual Report, released on June 19. Transportation, which agreed to arrange for isotope testing – the Page 35 of 42 http://cmtd1.com/v/443/62b9fb28b8ffed11d638814bd3ce0c04b59c183910b57c3a[02/08/2012 8:23:07 AM] Like ... “While Ontarians understand the need for belt-tightening, it is crucial that efficiencies and savings are not achieved at definitive test for establishing what the expense of fairness and good public administration,” Mr. Marin writes in the report. “The issue is not privatization, kind of but the spectre of these services – without proper legislative safeguards – being removed from Ombudsman scrutiny, salt is in the water. This test showed leaving Ontarians no recourse to complain about them or have them independently investigated.” the source was road salt.

The Ombudsman urges the government to ensure that any public services that are privatized or otherwise delegated The Ministry then agreed to arrange remain subject to Ombudsman oversight. MPPs should heed the lessons learned from the scandal-plagued air for a water filtration system to be ambulance service Ornge, he says. “Who knows? If we’d had the ability to investigate allegations about Ornge installed and a replacement well to received from patients and their families, industry insiders and whistleblowers, we might have been able to prompt the be drilled away from the highway, at government into taking action. This is exactly the kind of proactive work we have done with many ministries and a total cost of $20,374.68. organizations.” The Ombudsman’s report details how his office helped Ontarians in the past year, and updates major systemic investigations and case resolutions. He also draws the government’s attention to Ontario’s “dead last” position, compared to other provinces, in allowing ombudsman oversight of the “MUSH” sector – municipalities, universities, school boards, hospitals and long-term care homes, children’s aid societies and police – despite a record 2,539 complaints about these areas.

Proactive work by Ombudsman staff also helped resolve serious issues involving driver’s licences, services for inmates, disabled people, and clients of the Family Responsibility Office and the Office of the Public Guardian and Trustee – two of the top 10 sources of complaints. Mr. Marin’s office also dealt with a record 119 complaints about closed municipal meetings (a responsibility it has had since 2008), which will CONNECTING ONLINE be detailed in a separate report, to be released later this year. The Ombudsman now has more than 7,500 Twitter followers and more than 1,750 Facebook fans.

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Presented by the Ontario Municipal Water Association (OMWA), the first annual Drinking Water Leadership Summit is taking place at the Fairmont Royal York in Toronto on October 23 to 25, 2012. The Summit’s focus is on the management and administration of the safe and reliable public drinking water supply in Ontario. The theme of the event is “Embracing Changes to the Ontario Water Industry” and the conference will feature two days of education and sharing of ideas. Conference delegates will also enjoy a number of networking opportunities with industry

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DRINKING WATER LEADERSHIP SUMMIT RECOGNITION RECEPTION & DINNER

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We Just Want to Work - why access to Ontario’s At every CRST Symposium, AMO brings together people who wish to labour market isn’t easy collaborate on new initiatives, people who set trends and innovate, and people who want to discover how to make their communities Sometimes getting a job isn’t that easy. For the better part of better. The 2012 CRST Fall Symposium will bring together people two decades, domestic and global policies have resulted in some from all walks of municipal life to discuss strategies and concepts significant changes for Ontario’s employers and workers. Recent that build and strengthen the fabric of Ontario communities. Join federal policy changes related to immigration and employment AMO October 25 & 26 at Blue Mountain to explore ideas on social insurance have added new dimensions to this dynamic. This innovation and enterprise. session will explore how immigration and employment support policy changes at the federal level will impact local employers and Ontario’s skilled labour market, and what current youth employment rates will mean for the future of Ontario’s economy. Thursday, October 25 The Symposium kicks off on Thursday at 1:30 pm with sessions that Innovation to Action include: What is Social Innovation and what does it mean for the future of Ontario? Hear from representatives from MaRs Discovery District and the School for Social Entrepreneurs as they discuss With Respect to Old Age: Why New Thinking is a movement to address new ideas that resolve existing social, cultural, economic and environmental challenges for the benefit of Needed for Older Adults people and planet. Explore new funding solutions for Ontario’s most Speaker: Dr. Samir K. Sinha, Director of Geriatrics, Mount Sinai vulnerable. What are the alternatives and how can Ontario make and the University Health Network Hospitals and Provincial Lead, the most of them? Ontario’s Seniors Care Strategy

In the next twenty years, the population aged 65 and over will have doubled. The implications of this demographic shift for Diversity and Politics: Women, Culture and Our municipalities cannot be underestimated. Dr. Sinha’s expertise Speaker:Communities. Alejandra Brava, Manager Leadership Programs, Maytree in health policy and the care of the elderly will help your Foundation community navigate this shift. With a Doctorate in Sociology from the University of Oxford’s Institute of Ageing and a breadth of Understanding how to engage all diverse groups in our communities international experience in the field of elder friendly hospitals and make for a fully engaged citizenry. A presentation that looks at communities, Dr. Sinha will highlight some of the ways in which the lessons from some on Ontario’s municipalities who have your municipality can support the right mix of care for an ageing successfully implemented Diversity Action Plans. population.

Why Immigration Matters: Ontario’s Strategy for Arts Make Cents: The Business Case for Arts Ontario’s Future and Festivals in Your Community Discover, be inspired and participate in a session that looks at how the Arts make good business sense in your Community.

Date: October 25 & 26 Location: Grand Central Lodge, Blue Mountain Resort Hotel reservations: Please call Blue Mountain resort at 1.877.445.0231 citing group code GRP103997 details on group rates can be found at www.amo.on.ca Symposium registration: Register online at www.amo.on.ca or using the enclosed PDF registration form.

Closing Keynote: Ottawa and the Provinces with Paul Wells As Senior Columnist for Maclean’s magazine, Paul Wells is one of Canada’s foremost political commentators. Fresh, funny and authoritative, he was hailed by Mordecai Richler as “a columnist for whom I have the highest regard” and by Robert Fulford as “a first- class Ottawa reporter.” His first book, Right Side Up: The Fall of Paul Martin and the Rise of Stephen Harper’s New Conservatism was a national bestseller. He has written for Time magazine, the National Post, La Presse and the Literary Review of Canada. His blog, “Inkless Wells”, is required reading in Ottawa and wherever people spend too much time worrying about politics. A veteran television and radio commentator whose insights have educated and entertained audiences in French and English, Wells recently returned from a year in Paris as Maclean’s Europe correspondent, where he reported from Germany, Poland, the UK, AfghanistanPage and Pakistan. 41 of 42 ...

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