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Let's Talk Oakville Spring 2015 Let’sTalkOakville - Volume Eight• Issue 1 • SPRING 2015 Updates Ward 1 Ward 2 Ward 3 Ward 4 Ward 5 Ward 6 Mayor’s Progress Report Report ALL THE LATEST NEWS FROM YOUR MAYOR AND COUNCIL 6/,5-%%)'(4 )335% 302).' FEEDBACK WANTED Win an iPad! See page 3. Our Vision: To be the most livable town in Canada Let’sTalkOakville - Volume Eight• Issue 1 • SPRING 2015 Updates Ward 1 Ward 2 Ward 3 Ward 4 Ward 5 Ward 6 Mayor’s Progress Report Report Back Row Front Row (from left to right): (from left to right): Town Councillor Regional and Town Councillor Pam Damoff – Ward 2 Sean O’Meara – Ward 1 Regional and Town Councillor Town Councillor Jeff Knoll – Ward 5 Ralph Robinson – Ward 1 Regional and Town Councillor Regional and Town Councillor Allan Elgar – Ward 4 Cathy Duddeck – Ward 2 Regional and Town Councillor Mayor Rob Burton David Gittings – Ward 3 Regional and Town Councillor Town Councillor Tom Adams – Ward 6 Nick Hutchins – Ward 3 Town Councillor Town Councillor Marc Grant – Ward 5 Max Khan – Ward 6 Town Councillor Roger Lapworth – Ward 4 TOWN MISSION We create and preserve Canada's most livable community that enhances the natural, cultural, social and economic environments. We achieve this by continuously improving programs and services that are both accessible and environmentally and fiscally sustainable. We are highly valued and widely celebrated due to tthehe innovative and outstanding way we satisfy the needs of our residents, businesses and employees. As a result, the process is as fulfilling as the outcome. We ensure our staff receives the same level of rrespect,espect, commitment and care that they are expected to deliver to the community. Updates . 4 Ward 1 . 5 Ward 2 . 9 Ward 3 . 13 Ward 4 . 17 Ward 5 . 21 Ward 6 . 25 Mayor’s Report . 29 Progress Report . 32 Let’s Talk Oakville is produced to keep Oakville residents informed of important issues and events in our town and to foster dialogue between residents and Councillors. Although every reasonable effort is taken to ensure that the information contained herein is FSC accurate as of the date of printing, the Town of LOGO HERE Oakville Council, its officers, employees, and agents are not responsible for the content of this newsletter or for any errors or omissions herein. Let’sTalkOakville - Volume Eight• Issue 1 • SPRING 2015 Updates Ward 1 Ward 2 Ward 3 Ward 4 Ward 5 Ward 6 Mayor’s Progress Report Report LET’S TALK... Welcome to Council’s eighth issue of Let’s Talk Oakville, a town-wide newsletter. We hope you enjoy the information and stories about the great events, programs, and services in our community. Watch Oakville Matters on TV Cogeco Council knows residents want a full picture of what is happening in Oakville and accountability of the progress that Council is making towards our shared goals. If you have any A new television program called Oakville Matters is questions or comments about any town business, we would scheduled to air this spring. This replaces last like to hear them at: [email protected] or [email protected]. year’s Council Matters Program. Mayor Rob Burton Enjoy a fun and safe spring and summer season! will once again host a panel discussion around topical municipal news that matter most to Oakville residents. The panel will consist of expert community members who will discuss and shed FEEDBACK WANTED light on some of the key initiatives around town. Complete a survey about Let’s Talk Oakville and be Visit tvcogeco.com for daily programming and air entered into a draw to win an iPad! times for Oakville Matters. Stay engaged and informed! Visit oakville.ca/mayor for details. ADDITIONAL COPIES If you would like to receive additional copies of Let’s Talk Oakville for your home, business, or organization, please contact 905-845-6601, ext. 3788. MORE ONLINE Go to oakville.ca for everything you need to know about the Town of Oakville. Read updates from the Mayor’s Office, watch videos, and track Council’s accomplishments. NEW TO TOWN? Halton Multicultural Council provides newcomers with information, referrals and orientation to Canada and Halton Region. They also support newcomers in getting jobs and improving their English language skills. Find out more at haltonmc.com NEED HELP? Your Mayor and Councillors are happy to help when you have any questions, concerns or suggestions about the Town of Oakville and Region of Halton. To ensure a courteous and timely response, there are two easy access numbers you can use. Dialing 211 gives information about non-emergency community, health, and social services. Dialing 311 gives you quick access to all government services within Halton including the region, the town, and the school boards. Under existing privacy laws and regulations, if you want your Mayor and Councillors to know about your inquiry, you should ask for your communications to be passed on to your Mayor and Councillors or inform us when you call or write to staff. Your Mayor and Councillors always welcome direct contact. Let’sTalkOakville - Volume Eight• Issue 1 • SPRING 2015 Updates Ward 1 Ward 2 Ward 3 Ward 4 Ward 5 Ward 6 Mayor’s Progress Report Report Oakville Children’s Festival Celebrate the Pan Am flame returns July 19! at our community celebration Are you ready for some family-friendly fun in the The TORONTO 2015 Pan Am Games Torch sun? Then mark your calendars! Relay, presented by President’s Choice® and OLG, is coming to Oakville on June 23, 2015! The Oakville Children’s Festival returns to Coronation Park Join us as we celebrate the Pan Am flame and on Sunday, July 19, 2015 showcase Oakville’s community spirit and pride. with even more FREE performances and fun Event details will be announced soon. activities to engage young Learn more at oakville.ca imaginations and foster creativity. For all the details, visit oakville.ca Hazard ash tree removal in woodlands The Emerald Ash Borer (EAB), an invasive insect from Asia, has had a devastating effect in our woodlands. As many as 43,000 ash trees are now dead and dying and the removal of potential hazardous trees near public trails and private property is necessary. Ash tree removals will continue in 2015 and over the next seven to 10 years. Removing trees before they fall not only reduces the risk to the public, it slows the spread of EAB and allows the forest to regenerate more quickly. You may notice a significant change in the appearance of some woodlands because of the number of trees being removed. While natural regeneration will account for most of the regrowth, the town will also organize tree plantings to offset the damage. Temporary woodland park and trail closures may be required throughout the year while tree removals are underway. These areas will reopen once they are safe for public access. For more information and a list of woodlands affected in 2015, visit oakville.ca and search Woodlands Conservation or contact ServiceOakville at [email protected] or 905-845-6601. New — Online parking permits! Get your temporary overnight on-street parking permit online at oakville.ca starting late spring. WARD 14 ~ SPRING 2015 Let’sTalkOakville - Volume Eight• Issue 1 • SPRING 2015 Updates Ward 1 Ward 2 Ward 3 Ward 4 Ward 5 Ward 6 Mayor’s Progress Report Report WARD 1 Regional and Town Councillor – Ward 1 Town Councillor – Ward 1 SEAN O’MEARA RALPH ROBINSON T: 905-847-3987 T: 905-827-7659/905-845-6601, ext. 3700 (voicemail) T: 905-815-6011 (voicemail) C: 416-219-4793 E: sean.o’[email protected] E: [email protected] As spring approaches, I could not think of a better time for Determination and perseverance are the mainstays of my maiden piece in Let’s Talk Oakville. I want to thank all Ward 1. We have demonstrated and remain committed constituents and candidates who participated in the to a plan that focuses on economic growth and Municipal Elections last fall, especially Alan Johnston for his prosperity, but it has not been without its challenges. public service to Ward 1. My commitment to ‘Putting People First’ has remained 2015 will be a big year for Bronte. We have the opportunity the same throughout my terms on Council. By working to do some big vision planning: economic development, with community partners, residents, business owners, and traffic congestion, the Bronte Harbour and the Village of visitors, I remain current on the concerns and struggles in Bronte will all have strategic planning opportunities for the the community and share your frustration when private community’s input to shape our future. I invite all Ward 1 matters inhibit public progress. residents to contact me if they wish to be included in these Bronte is a jewel in Oakville’s crown and we have seen initiatives moving forward. positive growth – the Bronte Athletic Field, South Shell The ice rink by Bronte Harbour has been a great success Park, Queen Elizabeth Park Community and Cultural and thanks to the Bronte BIA and the Residents Association Centre, a community skating rink – but there is still work for ensuring the rink was flooded and maintained to be done. throughout the winter. Uppermost on many people’s minds remains progress on While major transportation infrastructure projects such as the Bronte Village Mall. Divided opinion on behalf of the the Wyecroft Bridge and the Burloak underpass continue to developers and a fence built between them that goes be priorities, the town will commence smaller projects to well beyond the one we drive around, continues to make our commutes easier in Ward 1.
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