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2015 Number Two February 10 to March 10, 2015

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In This Issue:• Tobermory Winter Carnival Saturday, February 14th:

Full Day of Fun for the Entire Family - page 3• Sources of Knowledge 2015 Program - page 12

• Tobermory Health Services Auxiliary: Supporting Local Healthcare - page 24

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Photo: Bronwyn Stanton and her team cross the finish line at the BPDS ‘Panther Prowl”. The indoor/outdoor obstacle course was designed and implemented by Grade 11 marketing students and involved students from Grades 1-12 working together to complete the course. The “Tough Mudder” style race was a huge success and inspired students to maintain a healthy, active lifestyle - while also having fun! Read full story at right.

Submitted by Birch BehmannRun, fall, get up, run, lift, carry,

climb, swing and roll. All of these actions and much more were a part of the BPDS Panther Prowl 2015. Students from Grades 1 to 12 in mixed, multi-age teams of three competed in an indoor/outdoor obstacle course on Thursday afternoon January 15th.

The Grade 11 Marketing class designed, organized, gained sponsors, advertised and ran this highly successful event. The Marketing class was inspired to organize the Prowl from studying competitions like Spartan Race, Warrior Dash and Tough Mudder.

The Prowl’s success is due in a big way to Scott’s Home Hardware for donating most of the prize table for 10 teams (30 students). The Peninsula Panters Oldtimers hockey team and Ferndale and Lion’s Head District Lioness donated substantial amounts to help cover the cost of the t-shirts which

BPDS Hosts “Panther Prowl” Obstacle Course: Huge Success Thanks To Community And

Student Involvement

Submitted by Tanis Lisk - Photo Credits: Kelly Day and Carrie ThompsonOn January 24th and 25th the Lion’s Head Skating Club traveled to Port Elgin to

compete in the annual “Ice Dreams” Skating competition. This year our club took 15 Star

Lion’s Head Skating Club Wins Big At Ice Dreams Skating Competition

Photo: Our Star Skaters - (front row) Jordan McMann, MacKenzie Zevenberger, Maryn Kongas, Audrey Kongas, Emma McMann and Riley Burley, (second row) Emily McKague, Haley Forbes and Chloe Meilhausen, (back row) Christianna Reimer Catteau, Stacey Thompson and Megan Nearingburg. Missing from photo is Annika Quist, Morgan Clark and Evelyn Cormier.

Fight Phragmites By Snowshoe Feb 21stHosted by the Bruce Peninsula Biosphere Association - Enjoy a leisurely

snowshoe hike into a small, remote wetland on the north side of Ira Lake to cut Phragmites seed heads in order to prevent it from spreading into new areas (and learn about the wonders of winter along the way). Read full story on page 3.

Skaters and 7 Can Skaters. The skaters, parents and grandparents all had a very enjoyable time, and enjoyed watching many medal winning performances.

Our Lion’s Head Club came home with 12 shiny medals in total. Coach Cindy and Coach Tanis are so very proud of all of the skaters that competed in this competition. Congratulations on all your hard work girls, your skating performances were fun, exciting and some of them even left parents and grandparents in tears!

We want to say a special Thank you to the Peninsula Panters Hockey Club, and North of the Checkerboard Hockey club for their donation to our club which allowed us to participate in such an event. Also a thank you to our parents

and grandparents for spending hours on special costumes and props for our skaters events.

This year we had 2 Can Skaters that were participating in the event for the first time and they both brought home medals! Congratulations to Brielle Lawrence, who brought home a Bronze Medal and Lena Hofstrand who brought home a Silver Medal.

Gold medal performances went to Morgan Clark (twice), Haley Forbes, Chloe Meilhausen, Jordan McMann, Emma McMann and Christianna Reimer Catteau (twice).

Can Skate Medal winners were: Erica Thompson - Silver, Payton Cawthorne

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Help us put the “trade” back into the Trading Post.

Bring in a 4 kg bag of cat food or a 10 kg bag of dog food & receive 50% off your purchase!

pets, owner Nancy Davis coordinates the program with the Salvation Army Food Bank. Donations are gathered throughout March. We are well known for our unique product lines. Drop by for a visit!

MARCH MADNESSMARCH MADNESSTobermory United Church

Tuesday February 17th, 20155pm to 7pm

@ The Community Centre

This year's menu includesPancakes, Farmers Sausage, Baked Beans, Veggies, Fruit, Muffins, Coffee, Tea and Lemonade

Admission By Donation

Submitted by Cathy Addison, Municipal Deputy Clerk When snowflakes start falling and it’s cold enough to make ice, it’s time to

head to the Stokes Bay Community Centre outdoor ice surface. Some local volunteer firefighters have contributed their time and created an outdoor skating ice surface adjacent to the Stokes Bay Community Centre. Families, young adults and seniors can enjoy the fresh air and exercise at the same time.

It’s a perfect time of year to enjoy the great outdoors and with the help of Mother Nature. The ice rink can hopefully operate until mid-March.

The materials for this project were generously donated by Liverance Home Building Centre.

Stokes Bay Gets Outdoor Ice Rink

Photo Credit: Firefighter Lou MiedemaPhoto: Volunteer firefighters flood the rink at the Stokes Bay Community Centre.

Photo: Dave Robertson presents a donation on behalf of the Rotary Club of Northern Bruce Peninsula to Debbie Mosiuk, from the Tobermory Food Bank.

Rotary Club of NBP Donates To Tobermory Foodbank

Submitted by Mary Smith, PROAlphonse Meyer, a member of The

Royal Canadian Legion Branch 202 and a resident of the Bruce Peninsula was awarded the rank of Knight of the French National Order of the Legion of Honour. Alphonse was unable to attend in person so the French Government sent h is medal a long wi th an accompanying letter. The letter stated: “This distinction (The Legion of Honour is the highest national order of France) illustrated the profound gratitude that France would like to express to you. It is awarded in recognition of your professional involvement in the liberation of our country. Through you, France remembers the sacrifice of all of

Lion’s Head Legion Br 202: Alphonse Meyer Awarded The Rank

Of Knight Of The French National Order Of The Legion Of Honour

Photo: Alphonse Meyer wearing the Legion of Honour medal he was awarded.

your compatriots who came to liberate French soil, often losing their lives in the process.”

Alphonse was a member of the Algonquin Armoured Regiment. As a Bren Gunner he fought at such places as Falaise in France. Alphonse recounted that many of the sign posts were missing along the roads so that few of the company knew where they were or which small villages and towns they passed through.

Alphonse was captured in Belgium and spent some time as a prisoner of war in Germany. In the last month of the war he was liberated and spent VE day in London, England.

We thank Alphonse for his service.

Submitted by Birch Behmann BPDS students are actively enjoying

new exercise equipment that was purchased recently with donated funds from the Bruce Peninsula Minor Hockey Association. We now have three new exercise bikes and two treadmills that are being used every day by BPDS students (and staff) in their phys ed classes and after school.

Thank you so much Minor Hockey for supporting our healthy active living programs.

Minor Hockey Supports BPDS Phys Ed Program

Photo Right: BPDS students enjoy the newly purchased exercise bikes.

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Submitted by Sean Liipere, Bruce Peninsula Biosphere Association

Come enjoy a fun snowshoe hike through the beautiful forests and wetlands of Ira Lake to learn about the enchanting ecology of winter and become a local “Phrag Fighter” by helping to stop the spread of one of Canada’s most invasive plants on the Bruce Peninsula.

For those who have never been, Ira Lake is a special part of the Bruce Peninsula. It is part of a provincially significant wetland and it is a well-known area for breeding birds, massasauga rattlesnakes and many other important

Fighting Phragmites By Snowshoe: February 21st At Ira Lake

Submitted by Krista Tiernan The Tobermory Winter Carnival is

once again upon us. Grab your toque and mitts and join in the festivities on Saturday, February 14th at the Tobermory Community Center.

The Tobermory firefighters pancake breakfast kicks off the start of the day at 8am and will run till 10:30am.

There will be face painting, indoor games, a colouring table and story telling by Ferelith Hoffman-Taylor, author of

Winter Carnival Feb 14th: Fun For The Entire Family

Submitted by Nancy McAfee On January 25th, the 4th Annual

Snowshoe/Ski/Skijor was enjoyed by 11 people on skis, snowshoes, and even a few with just winter boots. There were also 5 excited canines! Sunglasses were definitely a must as everyone headed out on trail from the Meeting Place. Some trekked to the beach and back, others to the end of the snowmobile trail, and others to the lookout not far from the Parks Canada Visitors Centre. Each participant had a unique experience. Roughly $900 was raised to be split between supporting the animals at the Grey Bruce Animal Shelter and to help establish our Tobermory Dog Park in the Spring.

Thanks to all that participated, those that contributed funds and to our sponsors! The fruit skewers from Peacock’s Foodland were thoroughly enjoyed, everyone went home with a door prize from Ellen’s Pet Supplies, McAfee & Sons Contracting Ltd., or V & S Stedmans, and the location was made possible by the Tobermory Meeting Place, Bruce Peninsula National Park and the Tobermory Snowmobile Club. The event could not be the success that it is without such great community support – thank you!

Snow, Sun, Skis And Snowshoes! 4th Annual Fundraiser a

Great Success

Submitted by Leona McCarthy, for Ladies Auxiliary,

Branch 202 Lion’s Head As the Peninsula winter has its

hold on us, the Ladies Auxiliary continue with our regular meals for the Lions and Lioness. We enjoy preparing these meals and they are always appreciative.

The January Auxiliary meeting was

Branch 202 Ladies Auxiliary News: Meat Pies Available Again

plants and animals. Unfortunately Ira Lake has become infested with Phragmites, a tall invasive grass that aggressively takes over and devastates wetlands, shorelines and rivers. Since July 2014, we have been out searching for this plant all over the place and Ira Lake is by far the most infested area currently known on the Bruce Peninsula. One patch alone extends 230m along its shoreline and it is very quickly creeping into new areas. Although this large patch on Ira Lake will require significant efforts in the long term, we can keep this plant from spreading to other wetlands. And that is why we need your help!

The Mission: Enjoy a leisurely snowshoe hike into

a small, remote wetland on the north side of Ira Lake to cut Phragmites seed heads in order to prevent it from spreading into new areas (and learn about the wonders of winter along the way!)

Taking place on Saturday, February 21, 2015 from 10:00am-2:00pm at Ira Lake (meet at the Municipal Office at 56 Lindsay Rd 5).

Lunch will be provided but bring water and snacks. Dress appropriately for winter. Bring your own snowshoes or

contact Sean Liipere if needed. Bring one-handed garden shears if you have them.

This event is part of a larger project to control Phragmites throughout the Bruce Peninsula and we have taken great strides with the support of the Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula, the National Wetland Conservation Fund, and a dedicated team of community volunteers. This is your chance to join the fight!

Please contact Sean Liipere, Bruce Peninsula Biosphere Association at [email protected] if you would like to participate in this event or for more information about the project.

During March Break, at the Tobermory Princess Hotel, Kids eat for ½ price (Kids menu only, dine in only)

1-3 pm Window Art DecoratingWhere: The Tobermory Princess Hotel Dining Room 519-596-8282 Due to popular demand, please call to reserve your spot. No one will be turned away!Cost: Donation for the Food Bank or Donation to the Meeting Place for Kids Program

10–10:30 am Early Years Play Centre Crafts & Storytime (Babies & Toddlers)Where: Tobermory Public LibraryAll Day: Cake Decorating All Ages Please call Jennifer to reserve your spot 519-596-2380 ½ hour sessions, limit 5 kids/sessionWhere: Peacocks Grocery $5 Donation for cost3:30-4:30 pm It’s Lego Time Where: Tobermory Public Library

1-3 pm Chocolate Dipping All AgesWhere: The Sweet Shop Please call Helen to reserve your spot 519-596-2705

Sunday March 15th

Tuesday. March 17th

Monday. March 16th

11 am Scavenger Hunt All Ages Where: Starting at the Tobermory Public Library Groups need to sign up, Please call Katie at 519-596-2446 If you don’t have a team, we’ll find one for you!1–3 pm It’s all about Maple Syrup All ages Please call the Tobermory Princess Hotel at 519-596-8282 to reserve your spotWhere: Scott & Diane Bain’s house, 19 Munn DriveCost: Donation to the Food Bank or Donation to the Meeting Place for Kids Program6 pm Movie - To be Announced Where: The Tobermory Public Library

Wednesday March 18th

12-3 pm Kids Cooking All ages Where: The Tobermory Community Centre 1–3 pm Crafts All ages Where: The Tobermory Community CentreCost: Donation to the Food Bank or Donation to the Meeting Place for Kids Program

Thursday March 19th

1-3 pm Parking Lot Hockey, Tobogganing & Skating All ages Where: The Tobermory Community Centre Parking Lot Bring your own Hockey stick (extra if you have) a/o TobogganCost: Donation to the Food Bank or Donation to the Meeting Place for Kids Program1–3 pm Crafts All ages Where: The Tobermory Community CentreCost: Donation to the Food Bank or Donation to the Meeting Place for Kids Program3:30-4:30 pm Story Time Where: The Tobermory Public Library

Friday March 20th

•Some events are age appropriate•Some events may change due to weather conditions

(We’ll still have something going on)•Some events have been scheduled simultaneously due

to the varying ages, complimenting each other •There is nothing wrong with doing a bit of everything!

•Some events require you to bring some type of equipment

Tobermory Princess Hotel Presents

Back by popular demand, the Tobermory Princess Hotel is once again organizing this year’s March Break activities

Submitted by Tim Hayes Wow, the year has went by fast!!

It’s tax time again ... whoopee! I’m just sooooo excited! Once again this year, I am participating in the Community Volunteer Income Tax Program.

This program is sponsored by the CRA (Canada Revenue Agency) and is designed to assist individuals and families in preparing and filing their Income Tax and Benefit Returns. Qualified individuals and families will have their 2014 Income Tax and Benefit Return processed and

Need Help With Taxes? Low Income Family? Community Volunteer Income Tax Program Available On The Bruce

Efiled FREE of charge.

To qualify for assistance under the program this year, the following income guidelines are set up. This is total annual income for the 2014 tax year:

• For singles approximately $30,000

• For single parents approximately $35,000

• For families approximately $40,000 + $2,500 per dependent (child)

These are only suggested guidelines, so if you think you qualify, please call

me at (519) 793-4207 or email [email protected]. If your income is too high, and you would still like your return processed and Efiled, or if you just have questions about your return, I can help you as well, so call or email me. If I don’t have the answer, I will do my best to get it for you. Also, if you have a year or two, or five, that you haven’t filed, I can help get you caught up, and get those missed federal and provincial credits on the way to you. Yes, you will still get these credits when you file your tax return. You can go

back up to 10 years.

I am accepting donations in support of the Lion’s Head Hospital in exchange for my service. A donation is not mandatory, but is appreciated. All monies raised over my expenses are donated to the hospital. Last year, I was able to raise almost $2,000 for the hospital, which was very much needed and appreciated. I have been supporting the Lion’s Head hospital in this way for over 10 years.

There are often credits that people miss when completing their returns, so if you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to call or email me.

I am a registered volunteer with the Community Volunteer Income Tax Program, and a registered Efiler with the CRA. All information is kept strictly confidential.

“Pirates of Georgian Bay” and “Fairies Dancing in my Garden”.

A snowshoe/ski Poker Run will be starting at 11am and “Klash” the clown will be on stage at 1pm.

The Tobermory Primary Place will be serving soups & stews from 11am to 1pm.

Family skating on the outdoor ice rinks on the ball diamond, snowmobile rides and other outdoor activities. Don’t Forget to build your cardboard boat for sledding starting at 2:30pm.

Smokey’s famous Pasta Dinner, with proceeds going to the Terry Fox Foundation, will be served from 5pm to 7:30pm.

Then it’s time for dancing! Dust off those dancing shoes and bring your sweetheart! Dance the night away to Elderado featuring Rob Elder and the Shed Shakers! The band is blues/pop/rock, everything from 70’s classics, 80’s pop and more modern music!

Come out and enjoy the full day of festivities!

the start of some planning for this year’s upcoming events. Again, it’s looking like a busy year ahead.

Some area businesses are graciously displaying forms for your next order for Meat Pies, or orders can be placed by calling Jean at 519-793-3014 or Brenda at 519-793-4945. Make sure your requests

are received by Feb 26. Meat Pies are being made on March 3 and are to be picked up that day between 2:30 and 4:30 pm. Thank you for your support of our community and veteran service.

The next Ladies Auxiliary meeting is scheduled for February 10 with pot luck at noon and business to follow.

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Advertising is accepted on the condition that in the event of a typographical error, the advertising space occupied by the erroneous item, together with reasonable allowance for signature, will not be charged for, but that balance of advertisement will be paid for at the applicable rate. In the event of a typographical error advertising goods or services at the wrong price, goods or services need not be sold at the advertised price. Advertising is merely an offer to sell and may be withdrawn at any time. The Bruce Peninsula Press is not responsible for the loss or damage of unsolicited manuscripts, photos or other materials submitted.

Letters to the Editor - The Bruce Peninsula Press welcomes letters to the Editor. Letters are published at the discretion of the editor and/or publisher, who reserves the right to edit for clarity, length and libel. Letters published do not necessarily reflect the policies or beliefs of The Bruce Peninsula Press. All letters must have the name of the writer and a phone number where she/he may be reached (this will not be published except by request).

The frequent white out conditions on Highway Six significantly affect our community’s safety, our children’s education and business viability. It is time again to try and find a solution. Snow fences, windbreaks and use of corn stalks have been used successfully in other places and new technologies are being developed all the time so there may be one we are not aware of.

I propose that Council strike an ad hoc Committee of Concerned Citizens to examine our particular set of weather conditions, investigate various

Letter: Highway Six Closures Due To Whiteouts: Isn’t It Time To Do Something???

solutions and bring a recommendation to Council for action.If you think this issue is important and needs in depth examination

please contact me, Elizabeth Thorn, by phone 519-377-5166 or at [email protected] (with a copy to a member of Council if you wish.) For those of you who would like to work on examining and coming up with solutions please volunteer to help.

Sincerely, Elizabeth Thorn

The following letter of response was sent to Mr. Phil Goodfellow from the MNBP regarding his 2015 Budget Input Letter printed in the last issue of the Bruce Peninsula Press (Issue #1, 2015)

Dear Mr. Goodfellow:Re: 2015 Budget InputThank you for responding to

our request for public input for the 2015 budget deliberations. Council reviewed your letter at their meeting on December 22, 2014 and asked staff to respond to some of your concerns.

You mentioned that salaries had increased over the past few years, from 2010 to 2013. During that time, the Municipality had undertaken a comprehensive salary review. Our wages were compared with municipalities throughout Ontario including Grey and Bruce Counties. There were 18 comparators identified with similar demographics such as size, household count and population. The result of this review was an increase in salary levels to the middle of the compensation range. In addition, a new position was created when septic inspections were turned over to the Municipality. The cost for this additional person is almost revenue neutral when offset by the septic permit fees.

Your second point addresses the municipal “ventures” that do not earn sufficient revenue to cover operating expenses. Most of the departments you listed fall under the heading of Parks and Recreation. Council recognizes that recreation facilities and programs exist to provide healthy leisure activities. The Municipality provides these services to help to produce a stronger community with increased citizen participation. Facilities and programs are expensive to operate and the actual fees required for cost recovery could prohibit individuals and groups from becoming involved. Council feels that the overall benefits to the community justify funding a large portion of these programs through

Letter: Municipality Responds to Goodfellow Budget Concerns

taxation.You have also addressed the

Municipal Performance Measurement Programs statistics in your letter. Although performance measures provide a means of tracking certain measures from year to year, there are several factors that can significantly affect the outcome. For example, in 2012 the machine credits offset the cost of operations for paved and unpaved roads. In 2013, the machine credits were transferred to reserves. This caused a fluctuation of costs by approximately $120,000. Also, the measures for garbage collection and disposal can vary greatly depending on the tonnage processed, even though the actual cost of operations does not change. As you can see, a change in the way an expense is recorded or a change in volumes can make a large difference in those measures. Perhaps a more detailed explanation of the performance measures should be included in the financial information returns.

In regard to the drop in fuel prices, it is difficult to predict if this downward trend is going to be sustained throughout 2015. Our contracts do not have escalating clauses for fuel prices and in most cases we would not have any basis for reopening them. When we contract for a service there is always a chance that the cost of providing that service will fluctuate. That fluctuation must be borne by the contractor and in some cases the Municipality actually benefits.

Staff would be glad to discuss these issues with you at any time. Please contact us if you have any questions.

Sincerely,Teresa Shearer, Treasurer

Northern Bruce Peninsulacc. Bob Cunningham, President,

Isthmus Bay Property Owners Association

A recent item on the BBC News caught my attention, and I hope it might go a long way in solving the phragmites problem on the Bruce.

The article appeared in the BBC News Magazine on Jan 13 this year. It appears that goats are a simple biological solution to invasive species problems. There are many companies across the US that have herds of goats to eat away at invasive plans. They even enjoy eating poison ivy as well as phragmites.

Surely we have lots of goats on the Bruce? And surely they could be harnessed to this task and others like this for the benefit of all residents?

Yours Sincerely,

Michael Piggott

Letter: Goats For Phragmites Eradication - Could This Work On The Bruce?

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All letters must abide by the 4 Ls rule. •Local (must be directly linked to the Northern Bruce Peninsula), •Length (must be less than 700 words long), •Cannot be Lewd •or Libelous.

All letters must include the name of the writer.

Letters do not necessarily reflect the opinions, policies or beliefs of the Bruce Peninsula Press.

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There were two delegations at the Jan 26th council meeting. First was Terry Julian who was there to request that municipal staff enforce their by-laws, in particular the parking violations and illegal fireworks near his home at Whiskey Harbour. He had made a previous presentation to council on July 23, 2014 on the same issues. The Whiskey Harbour Rocks Association (WHRA) had made a presentation to council on Oct 12, 2014, which prompted his return visit. He stated that there is currently no by-law enforcement in Whiskey Harbour. The “No Parking” signs at Julian Drive and Ronald Street are ignored. He has witnessed able-bodied people using handicap spaces and vehicles are often parked directly under “No Parking” signs. He noted that emergency vehicles would often be unable to access the area due to the illegal parking. He also complained about the lack of enforcement regarding fireworks.

The second delegation was from Gail Brinkman who was speaking to council on behalf of his nephews who are the owners of a family farm on Shouldice Lake Road. He explained to council that this was a working farm with property that they intended to timber. Mr Brinkman explained that the current condition of the road was unacceptable, that it was in need of immediate brushing and widening in order for log trucks to access the area. He noted that, as is, the road is not passable for emergency vehicles and should at

Jan 26, 2015 MNBP Council Meeting Recapleast be brought up to a standard that would ensure fire trucks, etc could safely access it. Mr Brinkman also noted that it had been three years this February since he had brought this issue up with one or more members of council and MNBP staff. He also stated that there has not been any maintenance done to the road for some time. Municipal staff noted that 4-5 years ago some work had been done (days worth of brushing). Council stated that staff would prepare a document (cost, etc) pertaining to this issue to present to council.

A letter was received from Phil Goodfellow with regards to the 2015 municipal budget. A letter of response was drafted (and is included in this issue on page 4). All council members were happy with the letter of response.

Council chose three people to serve on the Waste Diversion Group. Council agreed that new ideas and perspectives would be a good idea, therefore three people who had not served on the board previously were chosen: Dave Ebel, Michael Jorna and David Riach. Councillor Boyle requested that a letter be sent to all applicants inviting them to attend the public meetings and that letters also be sent thanking them for their previous service (if applicable).

The holding symbol was lifted from the 10 Hay Bay Road development in

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Tobermory. It was noted that staff had met with the developer at length to discuss the project and that the developer had shown due diligence and was looking to move forward with the project. It was also noted that the developer was very interested in working with the MNBP to improve a potential future pedestrian footpath. MTO will not allow the developer to bring a sidewalk out to the highway until there is an existing sidewalk already in place. A traffic impact study was conducted and approved. There will also be a 1 ft reserve and a daylight triangle in place.

The Town of South Bruce Peninsula (TSBP) contacted the municipality to discuss the option of joint OPP policing. CAO Jones explained that presently

Jan 26/15 Council Meeting Recapcont’d from previous page

our municipality is at the lowest cost per household for a non-contract municipality. Comparable private police forces cost much more than we are currently paying. Mayor McIver noted he had no interest in pursuing private policing (given the information Mr Jones had provided) and that what they will be paying for policing is still substantially lower, even with the recent OPP policing increase. Councillor Boyle would like to see some information that could be provided to the public so that they know what the options for policing in our municipality are. Councillor Rouse agreed that we should have some documentation to provide to the public come budget time.

A letter of response to TSBP was drafted. This will keep the lines of communication open with TSBP to receive any new or pertinent information with regards to private joint OPP policing in

South and North Bruce.

Bruce County is working to develop criteria to identify wetland and natural hazard areas and would like to work with MNBP to develop this. The new criteria would be used for mapping. They will be presented to council at a later date. Councillor Boyle suggested that the County make a presentation to council before the criteria are established to explain some background information.

There was a recommendation to install an OPP phone at the fire hall in Tobermory to ensure a visible police presence in our area. A letter was received from St Edmunds Property Owners (SEPO) requesting and supporting this installation. Deputy Mayor Greig suggested installing the phone in a more visible area as not everyone is aware, especially visitors to our area, where the fire hall in Tobermory is. The community

centre was suggested.

Council agreed to waive the $10.00 fee that Bruce County Public Library pays to host free community programs (eg: Storytime) in the Meeting room at the Lion’s Head Fire Hall. Councillor Boyle suggested they waive the fee but that the meeting room be included as part of the square footage that the library pays rent on. Mayor McIver requested to see the list of programs that were being offered. He also noted that these were mostly free programs provided to members or our own community. CAO Jones noted that the municipality has spent a considerable amount of money in repairs (new roof) and upkeep at the Library but that the rent Bruce County pays has not increased.

A letter requesting that webcams be installed in North Bruce will be forwarded to Bruce County Highways.

Wiarton Bluebird Flowers, formerly Bluebird Flowers, is now under new ownership. Chris and Cristina Foster took over Bluebird Flowers and look forward to fulfilling the floral needs of the Bruce Peninsula and surrounding area for a long time.

Our phone numbers are still the same as always 519-534-1941 or toll free 1-800-465-2541. Coming Soon – Online Ordering @ wiartonbluebirdflowers.ca.

Please come in and meet Cristina and the staff or give them a call and let them design something simple or elegant to fit all occasions and price ranges. We look forward to making all your floral needs truly special.

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Submitted by Katie February is LOVE YOUR LIBRARY

MONTH!!! Come and support your library!

Also in February: Black History Month; and Freedom to Read Week from the 22-28. Come and get your picture taken with a banned book!

Winter Hours are Tuesdays from 10:30am-4:30pm, Wednesdays 11:30am-4:30pm, Fridays 10:30am-4:30pm and Saturdays 10:30am-2:30pm.

Check out a book and get a ballot for a $25.00 gift card! Thanks to the Friends of the Library. The January winner: was HELEN PERRY.

WHAT IS HAPPENING:• LEGO CLUB – February 10 & 24, March 10, 17 & 24.

• STORYTIME AND CRAFT – February 6 & 20, March 6 & 20.

• MAKER’S CORNER – Every Saturday from 11am-1pm.

• VALENTINE’S Craft and Treats – February 14 from 10:00am-1:00pm.

• PINK SHIRT DAY – February 25th.

• Adult Movies: February 21 – The 100 Year Old Who Climbed Out the Window and Disappeared 2:30-4:30pm; March 14 – The Judge 2:30-4:30pm.

Tobermory Library News: February Is Love Your Library Month

CANADA READS:The books have been selected and

the debates take place from March 16–19th. Check out a contender!1. And the Birds Rained Down by Jocelyne Saucier2. Intolerable: A Memoir of Extremes by Kamal Al-Solaylee3. Ru by Kim Thuy translated by Fischman4. The Inconvenient Indian by Thomas King5. When Everything Feels like the Movies by Raziel Reid

Our circulation was low last month! Come visit and checkout a book. REDISCOVER YOUR LIBRARY!!!

“February days are a marketing gimmick; love happens every day.”

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Submitted by Bill Caulfeild-BrowneThe mean temperature for the

month was -7.5C, which is 1.3C below the long-term average. Despite being a bit cooler than normal, though, it seemed quite mild compared to January 2014 when it was over 2C below normal.

The coldest day was the 7th when the mercury dipped to -19.7C here on Big Tub, though it was well into the -20’sC back from the lake. Contrast that with the -22.1C last year and it felt like we were getting a bargain.

The warmest day was the 11th when we got the closest to a January thaw at 3.7C, but it only stayed warm for long enough to melt some snow and then turn it into ice.

I experienced a remarkable demonstration of lake-effect warmth when I drove to Lion’s Head in the early hours of January 26th. It was -12C on Big Tub, thanks to a very gentle north wind bringing the (relative) warmth of the lake water ashore. By the time I got down to Lone Wolf and Miller Lake, it was -22C. At Ferndale it was -20C. As I drove home the temperature kept rising until it was -8C at Big Tub.

Of course, we pay the price in the early spring when it’s getting warm inland but the icy lake is holding temperatures down on the shoreline.

January is generally a fairly dry month with 69 mm of precipitation according to the Environment Canada records for the last century (56 mm according to my station this century), but this year we undercut the record with only 31 mm. It was a very dry

Climate Comment For January 2015: Not A Bad Month – For January!

month with very little accumulation of snow – especially compared to the mountains of the stuff that they got in Owen Sound.

The nicest days came at the end of the month. The 25th, 26th, 27th, 28th and 30th were all sunny with fairly light winds and were simply delightful winter days.

Ice came and went in the bay during the month, according to wind direction, but by the 31st it looked as if the “permanent” fast ice cover was with us. Today, February 1st, the ice stretches as far as the eye can see, with only a couple of narrow polynyas close to Echo Island. This is good news for next summer’s water levels.

Now all we have to do is hope that February and March do not repeat last year’s frigid performance!


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Submitted by Tiffany Robbins, Special Events Co–ordinator

Congratulations to our Early Bird Draw winner, Joyce Brownridge of Lion’s Head! Joyce was the lucky winner of an Owen Sound Attack game package, sponsored by Pace Law Firm. Valued at $700, this package includes food, beverages and a great hockey game against the Barrie Colts, for 8 people!

Bruce Peninsula Health Services Foundation is excited to let you know that our 15th annual Hooked on Health Lottery tickets are still available for purchase! Purchasing Hooked on Health Lottery tickets will assist in meeting the health care needs of the people of the Bruce Peninsula area. All proceeds from the lottery will be used to assist in priority hospital projects to keep our hospitals current.

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Photo: Joyce Brownridge of Lion’s Head was the lucky winner of the Early Bird draw. Pictured here with the Owen Sound Attack game package prize.

Submitted by Noreen SteinacherThe ‘Get Out and Play in January’

activities captured interest especially among the outdoor enthusiasts who showed up in good numbers for the night snowshoe hikes and weekend group skiing. It just goes to say we love our winter, and know how to dress for the cold as long as driving isn’t a necessity. Karen Hodgson was the clear winner in terms of community participation and as advertized will receive a “warm” thanks and recognition prize. Thanks also to Nancy McAfee who created the calendar and hosted many of the activities.

Volunteers at The Meeting Place have put together a February Play calendar so please look on The Meeting Place website tobermorymeetingplace.com or face book.

This month The Meeting Place

The Meeting Place News – More Fun In February

Submitted by Brad Inglis It’s all about the Pancake Supper

around here as we welcome in the month of February. Heather Munn and her team of volunteers will be preparing a smorgasbord of food for this annual event that we hold at the Community Centre on Tuesday, February 17th. There will of course be pancakes, baked beans, ham, delicious farmers sausage, deviled eggs, veggies and dip and other treats. Admission is by donation and we run from 5:00pm to 7:00pm. Come in, out of the cold, have some great food and visit with your friends and neighbours.

This year we will be hosting an Ash Wednesday service at 10:00am on Wednesday, February 18th. This will be a short contemplative time that will help prepare us for the season of Lent. This service makes room for us to profess

Life Around Tobermory United…From The Desk Of The Lazy Theologian: Pancake Super Feb 17th

1st Prize: Owen Sound Attack Game Package for 8 Fans – Sponsored by Pace Law Firm (Owen Sound vs. London March 14th) – Valued at $700.00

2nd: $500 shopping spree at Lifestyle Kitchen & Bath

3rd: $400.00 CA$H – Sponsored by A & A Natural Stone and Forbes Sand & Gravel

4th: Two Night, Sauble Beach Getaway Weekend – Sponsored by Kit-Wat Marina Motel & Restaurant – Valued at $250.00 (In Memory of John van Gerven)

5th: A Day in Grey County – Kilannan Brewing Company Ltd. – A Facility Tour for 6 guests, 2 cases of product & 2 glasses, barebirch Home Décor in Owen Sound $50.00 Gift Certificate, Aveda Mane Street Hair Salon in Owen Sound $50.00 Gift Certificate – Valued at $267.00

6th: Pontoon Boat Tour of the

Fishing Islands at Oliphant for 5 guests – Sponsored by Pete Stewart – Valued at $150.00

7th: Ontario Lottery Gaming Gift Basket – Sponsored by OLG Slots at Hanover Raceway – Valued at $100.00

8th: Hockey Hall of Fame Admission for 4 Fans – Valued at $70.00

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and claim our Christian faith, recognize our own mortality and better understand our flaws and imperfections. Everyone is welcome to share in this time of reflection.

Beginning Friday, February 20th we will hold a six week Lenten Study every Friday here at the church from 10:00am to 11:30am. We are using the book Rethinking The Cross and the cost of the book is $8.00. This group will provide lively discussion and fellowship as we journey through this time of Lent and come to better understand what it means to us in our current lives – please feel free to join us!

How we survive February all depends on our mindset. We can let the Wiarton Rodent dictate the length of winter remaining or we can shake the snow off ourselves and get involved in the many opportunities that abound here on the Peninsula. The Meeting Place (www.

tobermory.weebly.com) is offering an array of activities to get us out of the house this winter. The Legion Ladies Auxiliary continue to run their Bingo every Monday at the Community Centre at 1:00pm and you can always check out the Legion Web site (www.tobermorylegion.org) to find out other activities – the weekly Meat Draw is on Saturday afternoons at 4:00pm and everyone is welcome to come out.

Throughout the winter we are continuing the Tobermory Community Choir. Our numbers may be smaller but the music continues to be creative and fun and we are always looking for first time singers, long time singers and yes those like myself who can’t read music – there is a place for anyone who wants to sing.

The month of February has been known to get the better of some people, but

there is no fear of that here in Tobermory. There is the Winter Carnival to look forward to, a new writing group at the church to check out, there’s always a bridge game to be played and coffee at the Community Centre three mornings a week. The beauty of Tobermory is that you can be as busy as you want to be and the key is to keep moving. Before we know it the snowbirds will be back, the businesses will make rumblings of a new season, parking at Peacocks will be limited and the visitors will begin to arrive. This is the season that we get to claim as our own, so host a potluck, hit one of the trails, carpool to Owen Sound for a movie or check out what is playing at the Library. In the end, February is a short month so there’s no time to waste.

Brad Inglis is the student minister at Tobermory United Church. He can be reached at [email protected].

wants to support Biosphere’s Phragmites Project by organizing car pooling from The Meeting Place at 9:20am on Saturday, February 21st for those interested in participating in the snow shoe hike into Ira Lake. Call The Meeting Place if you want to car pool. Why not combine the fun of snowshoeing with helping this important environmental project. Please contact Sean Liipere, Bruce Peninsula Biosphere Association at [email protected] for more information about the hike itself.

Some of you may be seeing and talking with Summer Martin at The Meeting Place. Summer is working on our Job Creation Partnership project, described last month in our News article. She is assisting volunteer groups who are working on the outdoor site development plan adjacent to The Meeting Place. Summer has been busy researching funding for community garden

projects. As a result, the local Community Garden Initiative has submitted two grant proposals for funding to get a head start on building some gardens. Let’s keep our fingers crossed.

Finally, as part of the Community Kitchens program (see article page 7 and

posters up around town), a documentary film called FED UP will be screened at The Meeting Place on Monday, February 23 at 1pm and 6pm. This is a must see film for anyone who is interested in food and what we eat. Discussion will follow after the film.


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Submitted by Noreen SteinacherCommunity Kitchens is part of a

larger food movement in communities across North America to bring people back to the kitchen for hearty, good food preparation and consumption. Whatever your age, cooking skills or budget there is something to be learned. The whole thing is wrapped in the old notion of people cooking together and the social time that comes from that.

An enthusiastic group of volunteers met on January 20th and planned the following ‘Cooking Together’ sessions for our community members to enjoy.

•“Cooking from the Pantry”, Thursday, Feb 12, 12-3pm;

•“Getting Creative with Winter Foods” (& some freezing options) Thursday, Feb 26, 12-3pm;

•“Fabulous One Pot Meals”, Thursday, Mar 12, 12-3pm;

•“Fall Seasonal Preserving and Surprise Fall Soup”, Tuesday, March 24, 9 – 11am;

•“Cooking with Kids”, March Break, Thursday, March 19, 12-3pm.

This special cooking date for children, hosted by local chef and restaurateurs Sean and Judy Hurst during Mach Break has been planned as part of the fun week of activities for kids.

All cooking sessions take place at the kitchen in the Community Centre, Tobermory. We ask you to call ahead to The Meeting Place at 519-596-2313 or e-mail [email protected] to reserve a spot. The program is self -sustainable with an optional donation at the door from participants. Everyone is invited to join in testing new recipes,

Community Kitchens ‘Cooking Together’ Set To Go In Tobermory

Submitted by Jennifer DeweyOn Thursday, January 15th at

the Tobermory Community Centre, the Women’s Information Network welcomed Nancy Forgrave, Manager of Volunteer Programs and Outreach for the Bruce Peninsula Hospice. Nancy’s role supports the caring work of over 50 volunteers, along with overseeing outreach and fundraising activities and facilitating Bereavement Support Groups. Accompanying Nancy was Dwight Biggs, Pastor at Faith Lutheran Church in Port Elgin as well as Day Chaplain at Saugeen Memorial Hospital in Southampton. Dwight earned his doctorate in End of Life Spiritual Care and is a Specialist in Spiritual Care with the Canadian Association of Spiritual Care; a co-instructor of Wilfred Laurier University courses offered at GBHS Owen Sound; and Spiritual Care Provider with the CCAC end-of-life home care team.

Nancy presented an informative overview of the work of the Bruce Peninsula Hospice volunteers who provide non-medical visiting support for individuals and families coping with a life-limiting illness and/or those who are bereaved. The next 6-week

WIN January Luncheon: Bruce Peninsula Hospice And Spirituality At End Of Life

Photo: WIN’s January luncheon speakers Nancy Forgrave (right), Manager of Volunteer Programs and Outreach for the Bruce Peninsula Hospice and Dwight Biggs (left), Pastor at Faith Lutheran Church in Port Elgin.

some cool cooking techniques, budgeting tips and lots about different foods and nutrition.

This year volunteers have planned a new feature to our interest in food - a film screening of the movie “FED UP”. Here is a little introduction from the

movie’s website. “Everything we’ve been told about food and exercise for the past 30 years is dead wrong. FED UP is the film the food industry doesn’t want you to see. From Katie Couric, Laurie David (Oscar winning producer of AN INCONVENIENT TRUTH) and director

Stephanie Soechtig, FED UP will change the way you eat forever.” The film screening and discussion will be held at The Meeting Place on Monday, February 23 at 1pm and 6pm. No charge and the discussion should be lively. See you there.

volunteer training course will begin in February. To register for this course or for more information on becoming a hospice volunteer in our community, contact Bruce Peninsula Hospice at 519-534-1260 ext.5612 or email at: [email protected].

From the perspective of living with a life-threatening illness himself and with equal measures of humour and grace, Dwight embraced the audience with anecdotes of his life’s work with the dying and their loved ones, explaining that when people’s needs are fulfilled, their suffering is less and there is an increased possibility of them experiencing a good death. Spiritual care, when offered effectively, can help address many of those needs. Dwight dedicated his doctoral thesis to all dying persons: “May your voice be heard and your care be fulfilling”.

Our thanks to Rebecca Mills of Delicious Dishes for a wonderful variety of tasty winter “comfort’ foods and delicious desserts.

The next WIN Luncheon will be held on Thursday, February 19th. Please be sure to confirm your attendance no later than Saturday, February 14th so

that we can finalize our numbers in advance for the caterer. For information on upcoming luncheons and other WIN

news, visit our Facebook page: Women’s Information Network, Tobermory (www.facebook.com/win.tobermory.ontario).


MEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor Milton McIver, Deputy Mayor Patricia Greig, Councillor Tom Boyle, Councillor Rob Rouse, Councillor Griffin Salen

STAFF PRESENT: Chief Administrative Officer, Bill Jones; Clerk, Mary Lynn Standen; Treasurer, Teresa Shearer; Fire Chief, Wilf Barnes; Public Works Manager, William Rydall; Municipal Law Enforcement Officer, Carol Hopkins; Deputy Clerk, Cathy Addison; Assistant Public Works Manager, Troy Cameron; Deputy Chief Building Official, Wendy Elliott; Secretary, Charlotte Martindale

OTHERS PRESENT: Ashley Miller, Kristin Buckley, Jakob Van Dorp

DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST

Mayor McIver called the meeting to order at 1:00 p.m. and Council members were reminded to disclose any pecuniary interest that may arise during the course of the meeting.

APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA

Moved by R. Rouse Resolution # 26-01-2014 Seconded by G. Salen

THAT the content of the agenda be approved as presented.

Carried

ADOPTION OF THE MINUTES

Re: Council Meeting No. 14-25, November 24, 2014

Moved by T. Boyle Resolution # 26-02-2014 Seconded by P. Greig

THAT the minutes of Council Meeting No.14-25, November 24, 2014, be approved as printed and circulated.

Carried

PUBLIC MEETING

No ‘Public Meeting’ for Council Meeting No. 14-26, December 8, 2014

DELEGATION

1. Ashley Miller

Re: Tobermory Chamber of Commerce - 2014 Review and 2015 Budget Request

Ms. Ashley Miller, past President/interim Treasurer and Mrs. Kristin Buckley, President of the Tobermory Chamber of Commerce reviewed the 2014 statistics and 2015 budget request with Council.

The Tobermory Chamber of Commerce noted a decrease in foot and call traffic to the Chamber Office which they felt was due to the improved website. They will be installing a door counter to have more accurate numbers.

The Tobermory Chamber of Commerce is requesting $44,000.00 for 2015 which is an increase of $6,000.00 over 2014.

Mayor McIver thanked the ladies for their presentation noting that their request will be considered the 2015 during the 2015 budget deliberations.

2. Ashley Miller

Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula Council Minutes December 8, 2014Re: Formation of Tobermory Economic Sustainability Committee

Ms. Ashley Miller advised that a new group called the “Tobermory Economic Sustainability Committee” has been formed and this group will work under the Tobermory Chamber of Commerce as a sub-committee. There will be eight (8) members in the Committee consisting of 5 business representatives, 1 year round resident, 1 seasonal resident, and 1 volunteer (downtown).

Ms. Miller stated that they have had recent meetings with Roger Brooks, Destination Development entrepreneur, and it has been suggested that the two (2) hour parking in the Tobermory downtown core be increased to four (4) hours for a trial period of one (1) year perhaps during the summer of 2015.

She also suggested that Peacock’s Foodland be approached to determine an appropriate parking limit for the spaces in front of that commercial establishment.

It was noted that the Municipal By-law Enforcement Officer will investigate this option and report back to Council.

Mayor McIver thanked Ms. Miller for informing Council of this new committee and will let her know about the parking issue.

CONSIDERATION OF AGENDA ITEMS

1. Public Works Department Report No. PW 14-28

Re: 2014/2015 Winter Control Handbook


THAT Council receives and reviews Public Works Report PW 14-28 as information as it relates to the 2014/2015 Winter Control Handbook. Carried


Re: Residential Curbside Waste Collection Tender - PW 14-04

Discussion ensued and Council supported that the residential curbside waste collection tender be for two (2) years at a cost of $299,642.58, excluding HST. Council agreed that waste management should be the topic of discussion in the near future.

Moved by P. Greig Resolution # 26-04-2014 Seconded by T. Boyle

THAT Council receives Public Works Report PW 14-29 as information as it relates to Public Works Department Tender PW 14-04 for Residential Curbside Waste Collection;

AND THAT Council, wishing to remain status quo with its current level of service, awards the Residential Curbside Waste Collection Tender to Liverance Peninsula Disposal for a two (2) year term, for the amount of $299,642.58 (excluding HST).

Carried


Re: Waste Disposal Services for Disposal Bins and the Collection, Removal and Processing of Recyclable Materials Tender - PW 14-05

Discussion ensued and Council supported that the waste disposal services contract for disposal bins and the collection, removal and processing of recyclable materials tender be established for two (2) years at a cost of $328,764.10, excluding HST.

Moved by G. Salen Resolution # 26-05-2014 Seconded by R. Rouse

THAT Council receives Public Works Report PW 14-30 as information as it relates to Public Works Department Tender PW 14-05 for Waste Disposal Services for Disposal Bins and the Collection, Removal and Processing of Recyclable Materials Tender;

AND THAT Council awards the Waste Disposal Services for Disposal Bins and the Collection, Removal and Processing of Recyclable Materials Tender to Waste Management of Canada Corporation for a two (2) year term, for the amount of $328,764.10, excluding HST.

Carried


Re: Ira Lake Road Bridge Replacement Tender

Discussion ensued relating to the Ira Lake Road Bridge Replacement Tender. The tenders were higher than anticipated, ranging from $338,405.48 excluding HST to $727,439.20 excluding HST. It was noted that $150,000.00 was part of the 2014 Budget for this project. Council decided to forego the Ira Lake Road Bridge Replacement at this time due to the budget constraints.

It was requested that the $150,000.00 (2014 budget allocation) be transferred to reserves.

Moved by T. Boyle Resolution # 26-06-2014 Seconded by R. Rouse

THAT Council not award the Ira Lake

Road Bridge Replacement Tender due to budgetary impacts.

Carried

5. Fire Department Report No. FC 14-19

Re: Information and Updates for November 2014

Moved by P. Greig Resolution # 26-07-2014 Seconded by G. Salen

THAT Council receives the Fire Chief’s Report FC 14-19, Fire Department activities for the month of November, 2014.

Carried

6. Building Department Report No. BD 14-18

Re: November 2014 Building Report


THAT Council receives Deputy Chief Building Official Report No. BD 14-18, relating to the November 2014 Building Report, as information.

Carried

7. Deputy Clerk Report No. DC 14-12

Re: Barriers that Affected Electors and Candidates with Disabilities during the 2014 Municipal Election Process

Moved by R. Rouse Resolution # 26-09-2014 Seconded by P. Greig

THAT Council receives Deputy Clerk Report DC 14-12 as information with respect to the identification, removal and prevention of barriers that may have affected electors and candidates with disabilities during the 2014 election process.

Carried

8. Treasury Department Report TR 14-20

Re: Council Expense Allowance

Moved by P. Greig Resolution # 26-10-2014 Seconded by R. Rouse

THAT Council receive Treasurer’s Report TR 14-20 regarding the one-third expense


Parks Canada is Hiring

To find out what job opportunities are being offered at Bruce Peninsula National Park/Fathom Five National Marine Park for 2015 go to jobs.gc.ca . Visit this website often in February and March as the job postings are updated frequently.

Students interested in summer employment can access information on the Federal Student Work Experience Program (FSWEP), including how to apply at the above link as well. Most staffing occurs in February and March. Apply early to ensure you are considered.

For more information contact:

Marilyn Handley at [email protected]

Parcs Canada embauche!

Pour en savoir plus sur les possibilités d’emploi offertes en 2015 au parc national de la Péninsule-Bruce et au parc marin national Fathom Five, consultez le site : jobs.gc.ca . Visitez souvent ce site Web en février et en mars puisque les offres d'emploi y sont fréquemment mises à jour.

Les étudiants qui souhaitent décrocher un emploi d’été peuvent accéder aux renseignements sur le site du Programme fédéral d’expérience de travail étudiant (PFETE), y compris des renseignements sur la façon de postuler aux offres d'em-ploi publiées sur le site job.gc.ca. La majorité du recrutement a lieu en février et en mars. Postulez à l'avance pour vous assurer que votre candidature est prise en compte.

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9. Treasury Department Report No. TR 14-22

Re: 2015 Budget Timetable

Moved by T. Boyle Resolution # 26-11-2014 Seconded by G. Salen

THAT Council receives Treasurer’s Report TR 14-22 as information regarding preparation of the 2015 budget and approves the proposed timetable.

Carried


Re: 2015 OMPF Allocation Notice


THAT Council receives Treasurer’s Report TR 14-23 as information regarding the Ontario Municipal Partnership Fund (OMPF) allocation for 2015.

Carried


Re: OCIF - Formula-based Component


THAT Council receives Treasurer’s Report TR 14-24 regarding the Ontario Community Infrastructure Fund - Formula-Based Component (OCIF-Formula); and

THAT By-Law No. 2014-77 authorizing a contribution agreement between the Municipality and the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs be presented and considered for passage on December 22, 2014.

Carried

12. Clerk Report No. C 14-67

Re: Recruitment, Selection and Appointment Process

Discussion ensued relating to the recruitment, selection and appointment process with Council approving the following recommendation:


THAT Council supports the re-establishment of the following ad hoc committees:

1) Cemetery Committee – Council Representative - Mayor Milt McIver

2) Chi Cheemaun Festival Committee

MNBP COUNCIL MINUTES Dec 8, 2014 cont’d from previous page

– Council Representative – Councillor Rob Rouse

3) History Project Committee (Northern Area) – Council Representative – Councillor Rob Rouse

4) History Project Committee (Southern Area) – Council Representative – Deputy Mayor Patricia Greig

5) Museum Committee – Council Representative – Councillor Tom Boyle

6) National Parks Community Committee – Council Representative – Councillor Rob Rouse

7) Physician Recruitment and Retention Committee – Council Representative – Mayor Milt McIver

8) Property Standards Committee – Council Representative – Councillor Griffin Salen

9) Waste Diversion Group – Council Representatives – Councillors Tom Boyle and Rob Rouse

10) Lion’s Head 100th Anniversary Committee – Council Representative – Deputy Mayor Patricia Greig

AND THAT Council supports the appointment of a citizen member, being Linda Weatherhead, to the Multi-Municipal Wind Turbine Working Group (MMWTWG) and that the following process be followed to recruit, select and appoint that individual;

AND THAT Council approves the following process for recruitment, selection and appointment to the various ad hoc committees noted above as well as for positions such as livestock valuers, fence viewers and pound keepers:

1) inquiries will be forwarded to all 2010-2014 Committee members to determine whether those individuals wish to apply for the 2014-2018 term

2) the Municipal Ad placed in the Bruce Peninsula Press will advise of vacancies on the applicable ad hoc committees and the application process

3) a posting will be placed on the Municipal website advising of vacancies on the applicable ad hoc committees and the application process

AND THAT the Waste Diversion Group’s Term of Reference be amended as follows:

-two (2) Council representatives shall be appointed to this Committee

-representation from the Bruce Peninsula Environment Group (BPEG) be reduced from three (3) to two (2) members

-one (1) representative from the community’s commercial sector be appointed to the Committee

AND THAT all other Terms of Reference remain status quo except the Physician Recruitment and Retention Committee which will be amended to appoint one (1) Council representative rather that two (2);

AND THAT Council representative(s) be appointed by resolution at the next regular meeting of Council on Monday, December 22, 2014 to the following Committees:

1) Parks Advisory Committee – Council Representative – Councillor Griffin Salen

2) Tobermory Chamber of Commerce - Council Representative – Councillor Griffin Salen

3) Multi-Municipal Wind Turbine Working Group - Council Representatives – Deputy Mayor Patricia Greig and Councillor Tom Boyle – Alternate Council Representative – Mayor Milt McIver

4 ) Reg iona l Source Pro tec t ion Management Committee – Council Representatives – Councillors Tom Boyle and Rob Rouse – Staff Representative – CAO Bill Jones

AND THAT by-laws be approved at the regular meeting of Council on Monday, December 22, 2014 appointing all members of Council to fill the capacities noted below:

1) Committee of Adjustment (By-law No. 2014-74 enclosed)

2) NBP Drinking Water Source Protection Committee (members of Council assume this role) (By-law No. 2014-75 enclosed)

AND THAT the Clerk be instructed to proceed accordingly.

Carried


Re: NEC Request for Comments

Jim Davidson, agent for Lara Davidson

Part Lot 32, Concession 5, EBR, (Eastnor)

Isthmus Bay Road (vacant land)

Assessment Roll No. 620-2-10001

NEC File No. B/R/2014-2015/9065

Moved by G. Salen Resolution # 26-15-2014 Seconded by P. Greig

THAT Council directs staff to submit to the Niagara Escarpment Commission the Municipality’s position of “objection” relating to the Request for Comments submitted by Jim Davidson, agent acting on behalf of the owner, Lara Davidson, seeking permission to construct a 18.6 sq.m (200 sq.ft.), 3.7 m (12 ft.) high addition to an existing pump house [that provides water to the residence on the off water (back lot) at 119 Isthmus Bay Road]. The extra space is proposed to be used as a summer change room and sitting room on the property described as Part Lot 32, Concession 5, EBR, (Eastnor) located on Isthmus Bay Road, Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula.

AND THAT Council directs that staff advise the Niagara Escarpment Commission that the Municipality’s Comprehensive Zoning By-law No. 2002-54, as amended, states that:

a) An accessory building is not permitted on a lot unless a principal dwelling is established;


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b) Pump houses shall not exceed 2.4 m (7.8 feet) in height with a maximum floor area of 4.6 m2 (49 sq.ft.)

Carried


Re: By-law No. 2014-65 - revocation of By-law No. 1988-14 (Being a by-law to designate certain plans of subdivision or parts thereof pursuant to the Planning Act)

Lots 28 and 29, Plan 381. (St. Edmunds)

21 and 23 Johns Lane, respectively

Roll Nos. 680-5-09700 and 680-5-09800, respectively

Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula


THAT Council hereby formally defers consideration of passage of By-law No. 2014-65 [as it relates to the revocation of Deeming By-law No. 1988-14 affecting Lots 28 and 29, Plan 381, (St. Edmunds), located at 21 and 23 Johns Lane, respectively, Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula] until further notice is given in accordance with the Municipality’s Public Notice By-law No. 2013-19.

Carried

15. Ad Hoc Museum Committee

Re: Meeting No. 14-09 Minutes, November 19, 2014


THAT Council does hereby adopt the Ad Hoc Museum Committee report dated November 19, 2014, ad circulated, and approves all actions therein; and

THAT the Committee requests the Ontario Museum Association (OMA) Membership for 2015, be paid in the amount of $100.00; and

THAT Committee requests Council to consider $10,000.00 for the 2015 Budget for the Ad Hoc Museum Committee; and

THAT a detailed submission will be sent to the Facilities Supervisor for consideration; and

THAT the Committee requests re-establishment of the Museum Ad Hoc Committee to continue under the new administration, under the existing

MNBP COUNCIL MINUTES Dec 8, 2014 cont’d from previous page

mandate.

Carried

16. Waste Diversion Group

Re: Meeting No. 14-03 Minutes, November 25, 2014


THAT Council does hereby adopt the Waste Diversion Group report dated November 25, 2014, as circulated, and approves all action contained therein; and

THAT Council adopts a goal of moving the Municipality towards environmental sustainability and appoints a Waste Diversion Group mandate to assist with the goal; and

THAT Council evaluates the current collection system and diversion efforts with the intent to improve accessibility.

Carried

17. Account Payable Voucher No. 11

Re: November 2014


THAT Council approves Accounts Payable Voucher No. 11, November 2014, in the amount of $1,439,613.79.

Carried

18. Resolution - Township of Pelee

Re: Canada Post reconsider Eliminating Home to Home Postal Service


THAT Council receives the attached resolution, as information.

Carried

19. Resolution - County of Huron

Re: Reconsider Decision to Eliminate Home to Home Postal Delivery



Carried

20. Resolution - Municipality of McDougall

Re: OPP Funding Model


THAT Council supports the resolution received from the Municipality of McDougall, requesting the Premier to change the billing formula to 40% base costs and 60% per call costs and to amend the Police Services Act to allow a non-contiguous police force to service other communities.

Carried

21. Resolution - Halton Region

Re: “Buy American” Provisions in the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act


THAT Council supports the resolution from Halton Region, calling on the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) to support and work with the Government of Canada, the Canadian Manufacturers and Exporters and other stakeholders in their efforts to urge the United States Congress and state governments to abstain from the use of ‘Buy American’ provisions;

AND THAT FCM be requested to write to the U.S. National League of Cities and the United States Conference of Mayors urging them to also support the spirit of this resolution and the spirit of free trade, so that businesses and industries on both sides of the border can compete for contracts in the fairest and most efficient manner;

AND THAT the Regional Chair write to the Prime Minister, the leader of the Opposition and the leader of the Liberal Party advising them of Regional Council’s position and enclosing a copy of Regional Council’s resolution in this regard.

Carried

OTHER BUSINESS

a) Councillor Boyle noted that the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) has vacancies on their Board of Directors and that he would be interested in sitting on this Board with Council’s support.


THAT Council supports the nomination of Tom Boyle, Councillor of the Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula, to fill a vacancy on the Rural Caucus of the Association of Municipalities of Ontario

(AMO) Board of Directors.

Carried

CORRESPONDENCE

Correspondence was noted on the following:

a) Miguelle Mann, Public Health-Grey Bruce – Smoke-free Ontario Act Regulatory Amendments effective January 1, 2015

-The Chief Administrative Officer will contact the Grey Bruce Health Unit to ask about regulations relating to sales to minors

b) Minister Responsible for Seniors Affairs – Age-Friendly Community Planning Grant Program

-The Municipal Clerk will look into this program


THAT the correspondence be received for information as circulated.

Carried

READING OF BY-LAWS


THAT the following listed by-law be given 1st, 2nd and 3rd reading and enacted:

2014-78 BEING A BY-LAW TO CONFIRM THE PROCEEDINGS OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF NORTHERN BRUCE PENINSULA HELD MONDAY, DECEMBER 8, 2014

Carried

CLOSED SESSION

No ‘Closed Session’ for Council Meeting No. 14-26, December 8, 2014

RECONVENE FROM “CLOSED SESSION” TO RESUME COUNCIL MEETING


ADJOURNMENT


THAT the meeting adjourns at 3:03 p.m.

Carried


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Submitted by Teri Reid I’m not sure how everyone feels

about Wiarton Willie’s prediction, but I wouldn’t mind an early spring. One way to enjoy the winter weather is to join our weekly activities. Bingo starts at 1pm Monday afternoons at the Tobermory Community Centre. Darts are played at Branch 290 on Thursday evenings. And be sure to come out on Saturday afternoons for the meat draw. You may even win your dinner.

We are still holding monthly meetings. The ladies auxiliary meet the first Wednesday of the month at 11am. Executive meetings are Tuesday afternoons at 3pm with the general meeting at 4pm. All meetings are held at the branch. Our address is 7437 Highway #6. We have parking at the back of the building off Legion Street.

Remember to check our website for

Tobermory Legion Br 290 News: Local Coffee Club Donates To Support Local Groups

Photo: Local “Coffee Club” members present a donation cheque to the Tobermory Legion. Pictured are (L-R): Janice Holmes, Jim Garner, Joan Garner, Don Wilkes, Teri Reid and Doug Smith.

upcoming events, www.tobermorylegion.org. These events are also posted on our sign board at the highway.

Recently the Legion received a donation from the “Coffee Club”. This group meets Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings at the Community Centre. They have been meeting for a couple of years and support many local groups. It is open to everyone. Join them, start your day with coffee, a muffin, and friendship. Presenting the donation is Joan and Jim Garner, Janice Holmes and Don Wilkes. Accepting for the legion are Doug Smith and Teri Reid.

Thank you to all who attended our “Italian Supper”. We are presently planning our annual Prime Rib Dinner in April. Watch for more information to come.

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Submitted by Graham DraperAfter three years of hard work, the

next volume about Tobermory’s past is moving towards completion. The editorial team made up of Ruth Bainbridge, Barney Hopkins, Louise Johnstone, Jan Pugsley, Cathy Robins and Graham Draper is hard at work finalizing each chapter and selecting illustrations that capture our past. This volume picks up where Hewers of the Forests, Fishers of the Lakes left off in 1984 and examines the thirty-year period from 1984 until 2014. Now, with 2014 behind us, we can finally document all the changes and trends over the years.

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Submitted by Graham DraperGreat news! The Sources of Knowledge Forum

program is complete and can be seen on our website at www.sourcesofknowledge.ca. The Forum runs from Friday, May 8th to Sunday, May 10th and will take place at the Tobermory Community Centre. The Forum registration fee is $99.00, but there is an early-bird fee of $90.00 available until April 1st.

Titled “The Great Arc: Life on the (L)edge”, this year’s Forum focuses on the Niagara Escarpment, that landform feature that is so important to our physical environment and ways of life at the tip

of the Bruce Peninsula. Forum topics will compare conditions here to another part of the Niagara Escarpment, the Door Peninsula in eastern Wisconsin. While our cliffs face east, on the other side of the Great Arc the cliffs – the people on the Door Peninsula refer to them as the “ledge” – face west. This simple difference gives rise to a great many subtle variations in landscape and land use that make for interesting comparison. The Great Arc is the first Sources of Knowledge Forum that explores cross-border issues and topics.

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Submitted by Terry & Susan SamuelFor BPEG’s February meetings each

year members are invited to speak about issues that are close to their hearts. On Feb. 4th we were treated to four informative presentations. Each topic generated good discussion.

Kristina Porr, supervisor of the Wiarton and Lion’s Head library branches, talked about unusual library resources. Available for loan are energy monitor devices (to track your use of electricity), GPS geocashing kits, fishing rods and tackle boxes and pedometers. Call your local branch to check for availability

Jan Mackie talked about the Peninsula Simply Living Simply Challenge. The February Challenge - Go Natural – encourages us to observe our daily dependence on plastics, to use them wisely, and to stay informed and vigilant about which plastics are acceptable at MNBP’s recycling waste stations. Plastics are toxic to the environment. Our challenge is to find earth-friendly alternatives to plastic products such as beeswax food wraps (www.beeswraps.com). Safe drinking water without using plastic bottles is a priority. Check these websites: Blue Water – www.

BPEG February Meeting: Four Topics Of Interest

Photo (L-R): Speakers at the February BPEG meeting were George Plhak, Jim Kuellmer, Kristina Porr and Jan Mackie.

on the same topic from the perspective of the other peninsula. This will give Forum participants a chance to compare and contrast approaches to challenges and issues between ourselves and our American neighbours.

Session topics include understanding the geology of the Great Arc, cliffs and caves of the escarpment, shoreline challenges, wildlife conservation plans, and tourism and economic development. Sunday morning’s session brings together panels to discuss significant topics that have grown out of the earlier sessions and field trips.

As in past years, the Forum includes interesting field trips, a mini film festival, multiple session topics, an exciting keynote speaker, displays by local groups and students, an art show and sale titled “The Door to the Bruce – Two Peninsulas on the Great Arc”, and dinner prepared by The Green Door restaurant (the name is an interesting coincidence given our topic). A cash bar and plenty of time for socializing are also included in the weekend’s activities. You should register now, and remind your friends to do the same.

On another matter, graduating high school students should now be thinking about applying for the Sources of Knowledge Bursary. This $1000 bursary is open to graduating students who reside in the Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula and Saugeen Obijway Nation students going on to college or university in fields of study related to conservation or the environment. Details of the Bursary are available at www.sourcesofknowledge.ca/bursary-awards/ and through guidance departments in local high schools. Applications must be submitted to a school guidance counsellor by May 15th.

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Jim Kuellmer spoke of the importance of building a good fire in your woodstove. There is a right way. Have a good bed of coals. Use dry wood from covered woodpiles. Wet wood does not provide the same heat and therefore requires the use of more wood. A heat thermometer can be a helpful tool for monitoring the operation of your stove.

George Plhak talked about phragmites – “the plant we love to hate.” It is a fast growing perennial wetland reed that has established itself throughout the world in roadside ditches and along freshwater coasts. Here on Bruce Peninsula many of us consider it an invasive pest – one that should be eradicated if possible. However in other parts of the world phragmites stalks are becoming a very desirable resource. In countries where it is abundant, the reed is harvested and used for roofing, insulation and pellets for a heating fuel. New uses continue to be discovered such as a source for ethanol fuel, green manure for organic crop production, and food for both human

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BPEG’s next meeting is Wednesday, March 4th, 7:30pm at the Christ Church

Anglican Parish Hall in Lion’s Head. Birch Behmann’s BPDS class will share their Quinzee experiences. Everyone is welcome.

area went through a real transition with great changes in such activities as the businesses and agencies that service people, the activities of the tourism industry, the ways that incomes are generated, and how we look at nature. Chapters in the book try to show these changes and how they have shaped the community. Some of the chapters look at commercial activities, parks and protected areas, recreation and cultural groups, health care, St. Edmunds School and churches, among other topics.

We still need help with photographs. If you have some interesting pictures of the years 1984 to 2015, we would like to hear from you. Contact any of the editorial team.

All of this work is going on while the History Committee (Northern) waits to be appointed by the new Council, and for the appointment of additional members to replace retiring committee members. Once the committee is operational, finalizing the history book will be the first priority. At this point, there are still four positions on the committee vacant. We invite residents who have an interest in local history to consider applying to the Municipality to sit on the History Committee (Northern). There is a great deal of satisfaction in knowing that you are helping to create a record of our history.

Watch for announcements about when the new book will be available. This will be a book that you will want to show to your family and friends.

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Like us on Face Book and find out the latest news and updates first! Wiarton Willie predicted an early spring so let’s get out and enjoy winter while it’s still here. Ride Safe!

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Photo: Jacob Haw concentrates on staying on the balance bean crossing the first indoor obstacle of the Panther Prowl.

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Photo: Prowl participant Brianna Perrault climbs the rope.

Photo: Briar Smith helps not even her own teammate Gavin McArthur across the balance beam.

helper and participant received (over 200 t-shirts ordered!). Hellyer’s Foodland donated the drinks and snacks for all of the calorie hungry competitors. A number of local outdoor outfitters donated ‘experience’ gift certificates to the prize table for 10 high school students. Thanks to Explorer’s Tread (biking/hiking), Fathom Paddle Guiding (standup paddle boarding), At Last Adventures (climbing), Suntrail Outfitters (kayaking) and Beyond Limits Personal Training for awarding our students with these amazing experiences.

We had some special volunteers that day that deserve recognition. Justine Rydall, a local personal trainer, was our race consultant. She has raced in big professional obstacle races like Warrior Dash and Spartan Race, the same races that inspired the Marketing class to create the Panther Prowl. Justine’s experience was valuable ahead of time and on the race day. Retired BPDS teacher Janice Eckenswiller organized so many school-wide and region-wide athletic events over her career. She also provided valuable assistance before and during the Prowl. Thank you Justine and Janice!

The biggest winners were the BPDS students who had a unique afternoon of racing through obstacles in their very own schoolyard and gymnasium. Easily the most fun for organizers and participants were the obstacles. Outside there were tire runs and drags, log and bucket carries and tunnel crawls. Inside, the gym was filled with gymnastics equipment re-purposed into a balance beam challenge, a ring swing, rope climb and a mat wall to scale. The final leg of the race was down two hallways on scooter boards -- connected as a team of three. BPDS staff were mostly in awe

Continued from page 1of how these mixed teams of students, many legitimately not knowing each other, worked together to complete the entire course. There were no team retirements at all for the 50+ teams participating. For those experienced with racing, that is an outstanding fact. BPDS Panthers are a mighty bunch! Watch out for Panther Prowl 2016.

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STAFF PRESENT: Chief Administrative Officer, Bill Jones; Clerk, Mary Lynn Standen; Treasurer, Teresa Shearer; Fire Chief, Wilf Barnes; Deputy Clerk, Cathy Addison; Municipal Law Enforcement Officer, Carol Hopkins; Facil it ies Supervisor, Marshall Tigert

OTHERS PRESENT: Jakob Van Dorp


Mayor McIver called the meeting to order at 1:01 p.m. and Council members were reminded to disclose any pecuniary interest that may arise during the course of the meeting.


Moved by G. Salen Resolution # 27-01-2014 Seconded by T. Boyle

THAT the content of the agenda be approved as presented.

Carried


Re: Council Meeting No. 14-26, December 8, 2014


THAT the minutes of Council Meeting No.14-26, December 8, 2014, be approved as printed and circulated.

Carried

PUBLIC MEETING

No ‘Public Meeting’ for Council Meeting No. 14-27, December 22, 2014

DELEGATION

1. Jakob Van Dorp

Re: Planning Orientation

Jakob Van Dorp, Bruce County Senior Planner, provided a PowerPoint presentation with regards to Planning Orientation. Mr. Van Dorp explained how the Planning Act sets out the ground rules for land use planning in Ontario and describes how land uses may be controlled and who may control them.

Mr. Van Dorp provided a brief overview of the planning system within Bruce County and an explanation of the processes, and tools our municipality has to regulate development. In addition, Mr. Van Dorp briefly described the characters of Ontario Policy-Led Planning System dealing with legislation, Provincial level, policies, planning at a Municipal level, and bylaws.

It was noted an official plan establishes principles, objectives, and strategies intended to guide land use development to ensure future planning and development meets the specific needs of the communities it serves. Mr. Van Dorp noted that the Provincial Policy Statement (PPS) that was implemented in 2005 was updated on April 30, 2014. A planning proposal must be consistent with the PPS.

Mr. Van Dorp outlined the process for a development plan using a flow chart. Councillor Boyle suggested further explanation with regards to development applications. Mr. Van Dorp suggested another presentation be presented with regards to this subject at a future Council meeting.

Council members asked various questions pertaining to the following:

-other provincial plans;

-situations were Council may not agree with the County Planners recommendations;

-appeal process;

-cost of county planning;

-process for notice to residents for a proposed project;

-who does a new developer contact first with regards to his/her project;

-what triggers site plan control.

Mr. Van Dorp reviewed the other areas of expertise the department can offer support noting that some areas are being revamped due to recent reorganization within the Bruce County Planning Department.

Mayor McIver thanked Mr. Van Dorp for the planning orientation presentation.


Re: Request for Public Input 2015 Budget

Teresa Shearer, Municipal Treasurer, noted that public was encouraged to submit their comments or requests for changes in service levels by the December 15, 2014 deadline. Three (3) emails were received from taxpayers outlining their concerns or recommendations.

The municipal budget process is responsible, transparent and accountable to taxpayers.

Following a discussion, Council requested draft letters be prepared to respond to the emails and be presented to Council at the next Council meeting.


THAT Council receives Treasurer’s Report TR 14-25 as information regarding requests for public input in the 2015 Budget process; and

THAT Council instructs staff to prepare replies to those individuals who responded to “Seeking your Thoughts and Idea-2015 Municipal Budget”;

AND that the draft responses be presented to Council at its regular meeting on January 12, 2015 for review and approval.

Carried


1. Municipal Law Enforcement Officer Report No. MLEO 14-07

Re: Monthly Report for September, October and November 2014

Councillor Rouse and Deputy Mayor Greig suggested alternative parking options be reviewed prior to the commencement of another busy season. CAO, Bill Jones, will compile a report at the next Council meeting, to review other parking opportunities within the Municipality.


THAT Council notes the content of MLEO report 14-07 as information.

Carried


Re: 2015 Insurance Renewal

Councillor Salen inquired if this insurance renewal was tendered recently. The Treasurer, Teresa Shearer , noted the CAO’s and Treasurers of Bruce County had discussed this process and it will be investigated in the future; however it was noted that municipal insurance options can be limited due to the complexity of the policy if tendered collectively.


THAT Council receives Treasurer’s Report TR 14-26 regarding the 2015 insurance renewal; and

THAT Council renews the Municipal insurance coverage with Jardine

Lloyd Thompson for 2015 at a cost of $192,535.00.

Carried


Re: Audit Plan for 2014 Year End

Moved by R. Rouse Resolution # 27-06-2014 Seconded by T. Boyle

THAT Council receives Treasurer’s Report TR 14-27 as information regarding the audit plan for the year ended December 31, 2014.

Carried


Re: By-law to Provide for the Levy and Collection of an Interim Tax


THAT Council receives Treasurer’s Report TR 14-28 as information; and

THAT By-law No. 2015-04 be presented and considered for passage at the Regular Meeting of Council on January 26, 2015.

Carried


Re: Scale of Costs - Tax Registration Proceedings

Councillor Salen questioned the procedure of scale of costs with regards to tax registration proceedings. Treasurer, Teresa Shearer, explained that using the scale of costs method, the Municipality recovers all costs associated with a tax sale.


THAT Council receive Treasurer’s Report TR 14-29 regarding a Scale of Costs By-law for tax registrations; and

THAT By-law 2015-05 be presented and considered for passage the Regular Meeting of Council on January 26th, 2015.

Carried


Re: Reserve/Reserve Fund Transfers


THAT Council receives Treasurer’s Report TR 14-30 regarding the Reserve/Reserve Fund transfers for 2014; and

THAT Council authorizes the reserve transfers as recommended in this report.

Carried


Re: Rescheduling of Council Meeting - from Monday, February 23, 2015 to Monday, March 2, 2015

Moved by G. Salen Resolution # 27-10-2014 Seconded by R. RouseTHAT Council authorizes the rescheduling of its second regular Council meeting in February, 2014 from Monday, February 23, 2015 at 1:00 p.m. to Monday, March 2, 2015 at 1:00 p.m.

Carried


Re: 2014 Election Cost Summary

Fol lowing a d iscussion, Counci l suggested alternatives methods of voting be considered for the 2018 Municipal Election in order to accommodate all eligible voters.


THAT Council receives Clerk Report C 14-71 outlining costs incurred with respect to the 2014 Municipal Election as information at this time;

AND THAT Clerk Report C 14-71 is hereby noted and filed.

Carried


Re: NEC Request for Comments

Antoin Diamond - Land Securement BTC, agent for Bruce Trail Conservancy

Part Lot 27, Concession 7, EBR, (Eastnor)

95 Moore Street

Assessment Roll No. 62-7-16600

NEC File No. B/S/2011-2012/9067, B/F/2001-2012/9007, B/R/86-87/175

Councillor Rouse noted this may be another property that the Municipality will lose tax revenue from and suggested these impacts should be investigated. Following a discussion, Mayor McIver, suggested Mr. John Grant, Nature Conservancy of Canada Program Director do a presentation to Council regarding the conservancy and land acquisitions with the Municipality.

Staff was instructed to prepare a report on impacts of tax exempt properties and update the mapping of same.


THAT Council directs staff to submit to the Niagara Escarpment Commission the Municipality’s position of no objection relating to the Request for Comments submitted by Antoin Diamond (Land Securement BTC), agent acting on behalf of the Bruce Trail Conservancy, seeking to create a 1 ha (2.5 acre) lot to be severed from a 9.7 ha (24.06 acre) lot and conveyed to the Bruce Trail Conservancy (BTC) for the purpose of securing the Bruce Trail corridor and for conservation uses. No development is proposed on either parcel. This is an existing single family dwelling and garage on the proposed retained 8.7

Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula Council Minutes December 22, 2014



Regular MeetingsClubs, Organizations, Groups, etc. call us TODAY with

corrections or additions to the Information CentreMONDAY

• Chiropractic Health Talk, Lion’s Head Chiropractic Clinic, 2 Helen St., 6pm• Alateen Meetings, Salvation Army, Wiarton, 7:30pm • NA Meetings, Nochomowin (Healing Waters), St. Mary’s Parish Hall,

Lighthouse Rd. Cape Croker, 8pm• S.B.P. ATV Club, Sauble Community Centre, 8pm• Christ Church Anglican Church Women, Main St., Lion’s Head, Anglican

Parish Hall, Lion’s Head, 2pm (1st Monday)• Northern Bruce Peninsula Council, Municipal Hall, 1pm (2nd & 4th Monday -

Tues. if Mon. is holiday)• Tobermory Health Services Auxiliary 7pm, Drs. Residence behind Tobermory

Health Clinic (1st Monday of April, June, Sept. & Dec.)TUESDAY

• The Rotary Club of Northern Bruce Peninsula, Rotary Hall, Main St. Lion’s Head, 6:30pm

• Tobermory Food Bank The Meeting Place, 1-3pm, in emergency or for an appointment call 519-375-7010.

• Happy Harbour Club, Tobermory Community Centre, (1st Tues.- Meeting or Game Night Doors open 6:30pm, 3rd Tues. Potluck Dinner, Doors Open 5pm - Not July or Aug)

• The Writer’s Table, Northern Bruce Peninsula Municipal Hall, 1:30pm, call Pat 519-793-3625 for information (1st Tuesday)

• Tobermory Legion Executive, 7pm at Legion (2nd Tuesday Not July & Aug)• Tobermory Legion General Meeting, 8pm at Legion (2nd Tuesday Not July &

Aug)• Women’s Ministries Sewing Group, Bethel Church, Lion’s Head 9:30am-2pm

(2nd Tuesday, Not July or Aug.)• Lion's Head Legion Ladies Auxiliary, Swan Lake Legion, Pot Luck Noon,

Meeting 1:30pm (2nd Tuesday)• Wiarton Legion Ladies Auxiliary, Wiarton Legion, 7:30pm (2nd Tuesday -Not

July or Aug)• Book Club, Wiarton Library, 2pm (3rd Tuesday not July & August)• Tobermory Library Book Club, 1pm (Last Tuesday - Not July, Aug or Dec) at

the Tobermory Library • Tobermory Friends of the Library, 2:30pm (Last Tuesday of Jan/Mar/Apr/

June/Sept/Nov) at Tobermory Library• Ladies Auxiliary Executive Meeting, Tobermory Legion, 7pm (2nd Tuesday of

Month)• Ladies Auxiliary General Meeting, Tobermory Legion, 8pm (2nd Tuesday of

Month) WEDNESDAY

• Food Bank, Revival Centre, Ferndale 10am-1pm• Ladies Auxiliary Meeting, Tobermory Legion, 11am (1st Wednesday of Month)• Top of the Bruce Wood Carvers, Tobermory Community Centre, 12:30 -

3:30pm• Bruce Peninsula Environment Group (BPEG), Anglican Parish Hall, 55 Main

Street, Lion’s Head 7:30pm (1st Wednesday)• Ladies Legion Auxiliary, Tobermory Legion, 11am (1st Wednesday - Not, July

or Aug)• Lioness Club, Swan Lake Legion, 8pm (1st Wednesday -Not July or Aug)• Lions Club, Swan Lake Legion, 6:30pm (2nd & 4th Wednesday - Not July or

Aug)• Bruce Peninsula Society Of Artists, Anglican Parish Hall, Lion’s Head

1:30pm (4th Wednesday)• Bruce Peninsula Health Services Foundation, Foundation Office, 369 Mary

St., Wiarton, 10am (Last Wednesday)THURSDAY

• 1st Chi-Cheemaun Beavers, Light & Life Community Chapel Tobermory, 6:15-7:30pm (not July & August)

• Friends of Bill W, Bethel Church, Lion’s Head, 8pm• Al-Anon Meeting, St. Johns United Church, Wiarton 7:30pm• Al-Anon Meeting, Bethel Missionary Church, Lion’s Head, 8pm• Wiarton Rotary Club, Royal Canadian Legion, Berford St. Wiarton, 6pm• Lion’s Head Legion Meetings Executive 1:15pm General 2pm Swan Lake

Legion (1st Thursday)• Lads & Lassies, Municipal Office - 1st Thursday, Meeting, 10am, 3rd Thursday

Potluck and Games• Lion’s Head Hospital Auxiliary, Hospital Board Room, Lion’s Head, 1:30pm

(1st Thursday - Not Jan.)• Barrow Bay & District Sports Fishing Association, Rotary Hall, Lion’s Head,

7:30pm (1st Thursday - April - October)• Wiarton Legion Executive, Wiarton Legion 7pm (1st Thursday) • Wiarton Legion Membership General Meeting, Wiarton Legion 7:30pm, (2nd

Thursday -Not Jan/Feb)• Bruce Peninsula Tourist Association Board Meeting & Mingle, (2nd

Thursday), Ferndale Park & Information Centre meeting room 10am-noon• Friendship Club, Lion’s Head, Business Meeting 1:30pm (4th Thursday,

September - June)• Central Bruce SnoDrifters, Call 519-793-6685 for location, 7pm (3rd

Thursday)• Tobermory Snowmobile Club 7pm, Drs. Residence behind Tobermory Clinic

(3rd Thursday of Oct., Nov., Dec., Jan., Feb., & Mar. ONLY)• Stokes Bay Community Centre, 8pm Monthly meeting (4th Thursday except

Dec. Jan. & Feb.)FRIDAY

• Food Bank, Revival Centre, Ferndale 10am-1pm• Book Club, Lion's Head Library, 2pm (Last Friday)• Wiarton Friends of the Library, Ross Whicher Centre (corner of William &

Brown St.,) Wiarton, 9:30am (2nd Friday)Saturday

• Tobermory Food Bank The Meeting Place, 1-3pm, in emergency or for an appointment call 519-375-7010.

Tobermory - Tues. & Fri. 10:30 - 4:30; Wed. 11:30 - 4:30; Sat. 10:30 - 2:30 Lion’s Head - Mon. 10 - 5; Wed 11:30 - 7; Fri. 10 - 5; Sat 10 - 2

Wiarton - Tues. 10 - 7; Wed. 10 - 6; Thurs. 10 - 7; Fri. 10 - 6;Sat. 10 - 4; Sun. 1 - 4

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MONDAY • Fitness Group, Tobermory Meeting Place, 5:45am• Nia, Lion’s Head, 10am & 7pm call 519-793-4687 for details• Hub Youth Centre, Lion’s Head, 11:30-12:30pm• Tai Chi, Tobermory United Church, 10am-noon, 519-596-8003, drop-in class• Bid Euchre, Friendship Club, Lion’s Head 1pm• Ecumenical Book Circle, Tobermory United Church, 1pm• BINGO, Tobermory Community Centre, Doors Open 1pm• Darts, Lion’s Head Legion, Swan Lake, 1pm, Everyone Welcome• Tobermory Bridge Club, Legion Hall, Rear Entrance, 1pm• Book Club, Tobermory Library, 1pm• Senior Exercise and Fall Prevention, Maadookii Senior’s Complex,

Neyaashiinigmiing, call 519-534-0373 for more information or to register, 2-3pm• Pay As You Play Curling, pick up games, basic instructions, Lion’s Head

Arena, 2-4pm• Friends Meetings, Tobermory Library, 2:30pm • Euchre, 7:30pm, Pike Bay Community Centre • Wiarton Legion Ladies Auxiliary Euchre, 8pm at Wiarton Legion• Co-Ed Soccer, Wiarton High School, 9pm-10:30pm, Ages 16+, FREE

TUESDAY• Yoga, Tobermory United Church, 9:30am, registration required• Ontario Early Years, Early Learning Playgroup, St. Edmunds School Library,

Tobermory, 10-11:30am (now every Tuesday)• Dominoes and More, Seniors Common room, Tobermory, 1pm• Bid Euchre, Friendship Club, Lion’s Head 1pm• Lion's Head Bridge Club, Friendship Club beside Lions Head Arena, 1pm• Hub Youth Centre, Lion’s Head, 11:30-12:30pm• Lego Club, Tobermory Library, Feb 24, Mar 10, 17 & 24, 3:30-4:30pm• Youth Group, Tobermory Meeting Place, Ages 12-18, 6-8pm• Badminton for Adults, BPDS Lion’s Head, 7-9pm• Hatha Flow Yoga, Anglican Church 55 Main St., Lion’s Head, 7:15pm, Contact

Nina 519-270-4905WEDNESDAY

• Coffee Connection, Seniors Connect, 90 Main St. Lion’s Head 10am-12pm• Storytime & Crafts, Tobermory Library, 11am-12pm• Hub Youth Centre, Lion’s Head, 11:30-12:30pm• Nia, Tobermory United Church, 11:30am call 519-793-4687 to register• Spinning Group, Tobermory Meeting Place, free, drop spindle and fleece

provided, 12pm• Jamboree, Wiarton Legion, 2 - 5pm• Community Choir Practice, Tobermory United Church, Everyone is Welcome,

no experience necessary, 4pm• Youth Ministry Program, Pentecostal Country Church, Ferndale, 3:30pm• Darts, Wiarton Legion 7pm• Bingo, Tobermory Community Centre, 7pm (June 4 - Oct. 1)• Stokes Bay Euchre, Stokes Bay Community Centre, 8pm

THURSDAY• Fitness Group, Tobermory Meeting Place, 5:45am• Hatha Flow Yoga, Anglican Church 55 Main St., Lion’s Head, 10am. Contact

Nina 519-270-4905• Kundalini Yoga, East Road Miller Lake, 10:30am, Call Albertine to register

519-795-7005• Drummers Group, United Church, Tobermory, 11am • Hub Youth Centre, Lion’s Head, 11:30-12:30pm• Darts & Cards, Lion’s Head Legion, Swan Lake, 1pm, Everyone Welcome• Tobermory Bridge Club, Tobermory United Church, 1pm• SOAR, Tobermory Meeting Place, after school program-ages 5-8, 3:20-4:45pm• Boys & Girls Club, Light & Life Chapel, Tobermory, Ages 3 -11 years, 3:45 -

5:15pm• Bruce Peninsula Spirit Singers Choir Practice, Christ Church Parish Hall,

Lion’s Head, Starts Aug 14, contact Marlene 519-795-7320 or Laureen 519-793-4824, 6-8pm

• Badminton for Adults, BPDS Lion’s Head, 7-9pm• Darts, Tobermory Legion, 7pm, Everyone Welcome

FRIDAY• Nia, Lion’s Head, 10am call 519-793-4687 for details• Senior Exercise and Fall Prevention, Maadookii Senior’s Complex,

Neyaashiinigmiing, call 519-534-0373 for more information or to register, 10-11am

• Farmer’s Market, Berford St. Parkette, Wiarton, 10am-2pm • Hub Youth Centre, Lion’s Head, 11:30-12:30pm & 7-11pm• Duplicate Bridge, Lion's Head Legion, Swan Lake,1pm (please bring a

partner)• Youth Ministry Program, Pentecostal Country Church, Ferndale, 3:30pm• Storytime and Craft, Tobermory Library, 1st & 3rd Friday each month,

3:30-4:30pm• Euchre, Lion's Head Legion, Swan Lake, 7:30pm• Open AA Meeting, Maadookii Centre, Cape Croker, 8pm• Karaoke, Wiarton Legion, 9pm-1am

SATURDAY• Maker’s Corner, Tobermory Library, 11am-1pm• Special Entertainment, Wiarton Legion, 3-6pm• Meat Draw & Fun Times, Tobermory Legion, 4-6pm

SUNDAY• BINGO, Stokes Bay Community Centre, 7pm

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• Thursday February 12 - Community Kitchens, Tobermory Community Centre, “Cooking from the Pantry”, 12noon - 3pm

• Saturday February 14 - Tobermory Winter Carnival, Tobermory Community Centre, pancake breakfast, crockpot lunch, spaghetti & lasagna dinner, all day events and a Valentine’s Day Dance starting at 8pm (see article this issue)

• Tuesday February 17 - Annual Pancake Supper, Tobermory Community Centre, admission by donation, 5pm-7pm (see ad this issue)

• Thursday February 19 - WIN Luncheon, for more info visit www.facebook.com/win.tobermory.ontario, please confirm attendance no later than Feb. 14th

• Saturday February 21 -”The Men’s Breakfast”, Tobermory Community Centre, Daryl Cowell will be making a presentation on the Victor Diamond Mine in Ontario’s James Bay Lowland, pre-registration for new guests required by phoning Rainer Hoffman-Taylor at 519-596-8359 before Feb. 19th, breakfast at 9am, coffee at 8am

• Saturday February 21 - Fight Phragmites by Snowshoe at Ira Lake (meet at Municipal office, contact Sean Liipere for more info [email protected], car pooling from the Meeting Place, Tobermory, will be available starting at 9:20am, contact meeting place if interested, hike time 10am - 2pm

• Saturday February 21 -Adult Movie “The 100 Year Old Who Climbed Out the Window and Disappeared”, Tobermory Library, 2:30 - 4:30pm

• Monday February 23 - Documentary film “FED UP”, Tobermory Meeting Place, sponsored by the Community Kitchens, 1pm & 6pm

• Thursday February 26 - Community Kitchens, Tobermory Community Centre, “Getting Creative with Winter Foods” (& some freezing options), 12noon - 3pm

• Sunday March 1 - Tobermory Snowmobile Poker Run, Meeting Place Tobermory, come on out and enjoy the day, draws & prizes, for more info see article this issue, check-in starts at noon to 2pm

• Sunday March 1 - Ice Dreams Year End Skating Carnival, Lion’s Head Arena, admission $3/adult, no charge for 15 years and younger, 2pm-4pm

• Wednesday March 4 -BPEG Meeting, Christ Church Anglican Parish Hall, Birch Behmann’s BPDS clas will share their Quinzee experiences, everyone welcome, 7:30pm

• Thursday March 12 - Community Kitchens, Tobermory Community Centre, “Fabulous One Pot Meals”, 12noon - 3pm

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ha (21.56 acre) lot. The subject property is legally described as Part Lot 27, Concession 7, EBR, (Eastnor), located at 95 Moore Street, Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula.

AND FURTHER THAT the consent shall be, if granted, subject to imposition of the following condition:

THAT a surveyor’s drawing be completed and a copy filed with the Municipal Clerk.

Carried


Re: Appointment of Council Representatives to Various Committees


THAT, in accordance with Council Resolution #26-14-2014, Council Representatives shall be formally appointed by way of this resolution to the following Committees:

Parks Advisory Committee - Council Representative - Councillor Griffin Salen

Tobermory Chamber of Commerce - Council Representative - Councillor Griffin Salen

Multi Municipal Wind Turbine Working Group - Council Representatives - Deputy Mayor Patricia Greig and Councillor Tom Boyle - Alternate Council Representative - Mayor Milt McIver

Regional Source Protection Management Committee – Council

Representatives - Councillor Tom Boyle and Rob Rouse - Staff Representative - CAO Bill Jones

AND FURTHER THAT the Clerk shall notify the respective Committee(s) of said appointment(s).

Carried

11. Resolution

Re: Township of Algonquin Highlands - OPP Billing Model


MNBP COUNCIL MINUTES Dec 22, 2014 cont’d from page 15


Carried

OTHER BUSINESS

a) Councillor Salen questioned if snow plowing was completed by the Municipality on a private driveway near the Doctor’s Residence in Tobermory.

-The Facilities Supervisor noted that is a private driveway and is not maintained by the Municipality.

b) Councillor Salen inquired about the Bush Country Highway signage situated along Highway 6 in South and Northern Bruce Peninsula.

-The Chief Administrative Officer will inquire with the Town of South Bruce Peninsula’s Administrator to determine if SBP Council is interested in partnering to lobby MTO about bush country signage at the Good Roads Convention in February.

c) Following a discussion Council will request two delegations at the Good Roads Convention with regards to Highway Bush Billboards and the OPP funding model. In addition, Deputy Mayor Greig will confirm at the January 12, 2015 Council meeting if a delegation with the Education Minister is feasible at this time.

d) Deputy Mayor Greig suggested a special Council meeting be organized to review issues arising during the election campaign.

-This meeting will be scheduled for Tuesday, January 27, 2015 at 9:00 a.m. at which time; the CAO advised that strategic Planning will be discussed.

e) The Chief Administrative Officer informed Council that he had received complaints with regards to the 2015 Community Information Calendar that was circulated last week and includes a photo of a wind turbine. Letters of clarification and apology will be sent to affected parties by the CAO.

CORRESPONDENCE


a) Walkerton Clean Water Centre – January 20, 2015 Course

-Council and the Chief Administrative Officer will be attending this course.

b) Residential Hospice of Grey Bruce Inc.

– Volume 3, Issue 2

-Mayor McIver noted this is a great organization.

c) Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry – Mandates

-noted and filed



Carried

READING OF BY-LAWS


THAT the following listed by-laws be given 1st, 2nd and 3rd reading and enacted:

2014-74 BEING A BY-LAW TO CONSTITUTE AND APPOINT A COMMITTEE OF ADJUSTMENT FOR THE CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF NORTHERN BRUCE PENINSULA

2 0 1 4 - 7 5 B E I N G A B Y - L A W T O CONSTITUTE AND APPOINT OFFICERS TO THE NORTHERN BRUCE PENINSULA SOURCE PROTECTION AUTHORITY

2014-77 BEING A BY-LAW TO AUTHORIZE A CONTRIBUTION AGREEMENT WITH THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD AND RURAL AFFAIRS FOR THE ONTARIO COMMUNITY INFRASTRUCTURE FUND - FORMULA BASED COMPONENT (OCIF-FORMULA)

2014-79 BEING A BY-LAW TO CONFIRM THE PROCEEDINGS OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF NORTHERN BRUCE PENINSULA HELD MONDAY, DECEMBER 22, 2014

Carried

CLOSED SESSION



No ‘Closed Session’ for Council Meeting No. 14-27 December 22, 2014

ADJOURNMENT


THAT the meeting adjourns at 2:58 p.m.

Carried


STAFF PRESENT: Chief Administrative Officer, Bill Jones; Clerk, Mary Lynn Standen; Treasurer, Teresa Shearer; Fire Chief, Wilf Barnes; Public Works Manager, William Rydall; Assistant Public Works Manager, Troy Cameron; Deputy Clerk, Cathy Addison; Deputy Chief Building Official, Wendy Elliott; Municipal Law Enforcement Officer, Carol Hopkins; Facilities Supervisor, Marshall Tigert; Secretary, Charlotte Martindale

OTHERS PRESENT: Nina Andic, A/Sgt Nigel Heels, PC Mark O’Dacre


Mayor McIver called the meeting to order

at 1:00 p.m. and Council members were reminded to disclose any pecuniary interest that may arise during the course of the meeting.



THAT the content of the agenda be approved as amended:

Agenda Item # 16 – Resolution-Town of South Bruce Peninsula, be removed and placed under ‘Correspondence’.

Carried


Re: Council Meeting No. 14-27, December 22, 2014

Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula Council Minutes January 12, 2015



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THAT the minutes of Council Meeting No.14-27, December 22, 2014, be approved as printed and circulated.

Carried

PUBLIC MEETING

Fees & Charges By-law

Re: See Clerk Report No. C 15-02 – Fees & Charges By-law

Discussion ensued, clarification of increases to specific fees and wording.

DELEGATION

1. Nina Andic - Bruce Peninsula Family Centre

Re: 2015 Budget - Increase in Funding to the Daycare Centre

Ms. Andic, President for the Bruce Peninsula Family Centre (BPFC), reviewed programming and maintenance costs for the Centre.

She indicated that the fu l l -day kindergarten program at the Bruce Peninsula District School has impacted the Daycare immensely and represents a loss of 15 JK/SK children.

Ms. Andic thanked the Municipality for their contribution towards taxes, rental fees, insurance, grass cutting and heating expenses.

BPFC is requesting an additional $3,000.00 to $5,000.00 for the 2015 year to help with their operating expenses.

Mayor McIver thanked Ms. Andic for her presentation and advised that the request will be considered at during the 2015 Budget Deliberations.

2. OPP Report

Re: November 2014 OPP Report by A/Sgt. Heels

Focused Patrols by PC O’Dacre

A/Sgt Heels reviewed the November 2014 OPP Report.

A/Sgt Heels noted that there are 3 openings for the Auxiliary Police Program for anyone interested in policing on a volunteer basis.

A/Sgt Heels noted that the Community Services Officer position will be reinstated to a full time position, after a three (3) month pilot project assessed whether the Community Services Officer position was viable.

PC O’Dacre spoke to Council with regard to the Focussed Patrol Program. PC O’Dacre noted that it will focus on certain areas. It is based on a Community Engagement Model which explores options to become more efficient and have better communication between the OPP and the people in the community.

Mayor McIver thanked the gentlemen for their presentation and review.


THAT Council receives the November 2014 OPP Report, as information.

Carried

MNBP COUNCIL MINUTES Jan 12, 2015cont’d from previous page



Re: 2014 Annual Report for Lakewood Subdivision Sewage System

Councillor Rouse asked if it was normal that the Municipality takes over the sewage systems when a subdivision is created.

He was informed that, in previous years, it was mandatory that the Municipality administer the sewage system; however, it is not that way anymore.


THAT Council receives Public Works Department Report PW 15-02 as information as it relates to the 2014 Annual Report for the Lakewood Subdivision Sewage System.

Carried


Re: Fire Department Establishing & Regulation By-law

Councillor Rouse asked about the high angle rescue program costs to which the Fire Chief replied that he will submit the costing to Councillor Rouse.


THAT Council receives the Fire Chief’s Report FC 15-01, as it relates to by-law No. 2015-03 being a By-law to Establish and Regulate a Fire Department within the Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula; and

THAT Council, pending discussions and comments from today’s review, recommends that By-law No. 2015-03, as presented, be passed at the January 26, 2015 Council meeting.

Carried


Re: Year End Summary From the Office of the Fire Marshal


THAT Council receives the Fire Chief’s Report FC 15-02, as information, regarding the Northern Bruce Peninsula Fire & Emergency Services year-end report summary from the Office of the Fire Marshal - 2014.

Carried


Re: Information and Updates for December, 2014

Councillor Rouse asked for a copy of the current Standard Operating Guidelines for the Fire Department.


THAT Council receives the Fire Chief’s

Report FC 15-03, Fire Department activities for the month of December, 2014.

Carried


Re: Update By-law to Regulate and Control the Movement and Time of Off Road Vehicles (also known as ATV(s)) on any Highway or Road Allowances Under the Control of the Municipality

Deputy Mayor Greig asked why side by side ATV’s are not included in the by-law and was advised by the By-law Enforcement Officer that these are not allowed according to the Off Road Vehicle Act.

The By-law Enforcement Officer advised that Side by Side ATV’s for farm use can be used noting that they can cross the road, but cannot drive down the side of the road.

Councillor Rouse inquired to allowing ATV’s on Highway 6 north of the Dyers Bay Road. He was advised that this is prohibited in the Highway Traffic Act.

The Chief Administrative Officer will speak with the Parks Superintendent about this matter.


THAT Council receives and supports MLEO 15-01 Report as it relates to the updating of regulations contained within the Municipality’s ATV by-law as per the Off Road Vehicles Act;

AND THAT Council, given the timeline associated with this matter, will give consideration to passage of By-law No. 2015-06 at its regular meeting on Monday, January 26, 2015.

Carried


Re: Update By-law to Provide for Maintaining Land in a Clean and Clear Manner with the Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula

The By-law Law Enforcement Officer noted that this by-law updates the 2004 by-law which is in place.

It was noted that this is a complaint driven by-law that is manageable.


THAT Council receives and supports MLEO 15-02 Report as it relates to the updating of by-law regulations as it relates to maintaining land in a clean and clear manner;

AND THAT Council, given the timeline associated with this matter, will give consideration to passage of the By-law No. 2015-07 at its regular meeting on Monday, January 26, 2015.

Carried

7. Municipal Law Enforcement Officer

Report No. MLEO 15-03

Re: Update By-law to Regulate the Use of Properties and Removal of Items From Lands owned by the Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula


THAT Council receives and supports MLEO 15-03 Report as it relates to updating by-law provisions that regulate the use of properties and removal of items from lands owned by the Municipality.

THAT Council, given the timeline associated with this matter, will give consideration to passage of the By-Law being No. 2015-08, at its regular meeting on Monday, January 26, 2015.

Carried

The Chief Administrative Officer noted that the Parking Hours Report for the Tobermory downtown area will be presented at the next Council Meeting.

8. Deputy Chief Building Offical Report No. BD 15-01

Re: December 2014 Building Report


THAT Council receives Deputy Chief Building Official Report No. BD 15-01, relating to the December 2014 Building Report, as information.

Carried

9. Deputy Clerk Report No. DC 15-01

Re: Multi-Year Accessibility Plan 2012-2017 Revisions


THAT Council receives Deputy Clerk Report DC 15-01 as information as it relates to the revision of the Multi-Year Accessibility Plan 2012-2017; and

THAT Council, pending discussions and comments from today’s review, recommends that By-law No. 2015-01, as presented, be approved at the January 12, 2015 Council meeting.

Carried


Re: Health and Safety Policy Statement Annual Council Endorsement

Moved by R. Rouse Resolution # 01-13-2014 Seconded by T. Boyle

THAT Council endorses the Municipality’s Health and Safety Policy Statement and authorizes the Mayor and Chief Administrative Officer to sign said document;

AND FURTHER THAT Council recognizes that health and safety is an integral part of our organization’s everyday business;

AND FURTHER THAT it is in the best



interests of all to practice proven health and safety principles in all work activities.

Carried


Re: Fees & Charges By-law

The Owen Sound Transportation sewage fees were discussed and it was noted that the fees rise when the costs rise.


THAT Council receives the draft Fees & Charges By-law, approves the proposed amendments thereto and recommends that By-law No. 2015-02, being a By-law to set fees and charges for the Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula, be


considered for passage at its regular meeting on Monday, January 26, 2015.

Carried


Re: Lion’s Head 100th Anniversary Committee Draft Terms of Reference


THAT Council receives and approves the Terms of Reference for the Lion’s Head 100th Anniversary Committee.

Carried


Re: Ad Hoc Committee Recruitment, Selection and Appointment Update

Councillor Rouse will contact Don Johnstone regarding applications and appointment to the ad hoc Chi-Cheemaun Festival Committee.

The Clerk will bring forward a report Continued on next page

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SEEKING A DIRECTORThe Peninsula Players are a community acting group performing plays for over 25 years in Lion’s Head. Musical comedies are our specialty!!! We are seeking a Director for the 2015 season. This production is performed in June on Father’s Day weekend which would be June 19th through 21st. If you are interested in being Director for the Peninsula Players please contact Roger White at 519-793-3840.

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Rentcottage requires the services of an Office Assistant/Reservationist. The successful Candidate must be good at working with the public, handling telephone and email inquiries, skilled in various computer programs, have an understanding of the Internet and either already have their T.I.C.O. license or willing to take the Exam to get T.I.C.O. certified. This position is in our Ferndale Office ( Bruce Peninsula ) for June, July, and August. Some Training in May will be required and weekend work is a must. Please forward your letter of interest and resume by February 20th, 2015 to: Tanis Lisk Box 70, Lion’s Head, Ont N0H 1W0 Fax: 888-533-8303 [email protected] website: www.rentcottage.com

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THANK YOUCLAYTON MACKIE - We wish to express heartfelt thanks and appreciation to all our wonderful family and faithful friends for their visits with Clayt at the hospitals , your beautiful flower tributes, your many donations, your numerous sympathy cards and on line condolences, your phone calls and food brought to our homes. Special thanks to the doctors and staff at London, Lion’s Head, Wiarton, and Owen Sound hospitals, and Pat Mcleod for being there for me. Many thanks to Bethel Missionary church for the use of their wonderful facility, to Rev. Brad Inglis for his comforting words and being so attentive to us and to David Warder for providing the music. Many thanks to friends for their special songs during the service, Enormous gratitude to his Grandchildren for their words of memory of Poppa and to his six Grandchildren for being Poppa’s pallbearers. To my friends at the United Church many thanks for providing a delicious lunch. Our sincere gratitude to Brenda, Steve and staff of the George Funeral home for their kind and caring ways and helping us though such a difficult time . Your out pouring of love and support has been and will be a comfort to us as we adjust to our lives without a dear husband, father, poppa and great grandpa.

Grace, Jerry and Debbie, Brad and Donna and Grandchildren

Just over a month ago our family lost a beautiful, vibrant, happy woman who was the light in all our lives. Paula was a daughter, sister, mother, wife and best friend. We have all been so overwhelmed by the outpouring of love from the community, family and friends. For the cards of condolences, visits and hugs, “Thank You”. A very special thank you to the paramedics, doctors and nurses at the Lion’s Head hospital who tried so valiantly to save Paula, “Thank You”. To Bonnie Walraven for being there for all of us, “Thank You”. We will all celebrate Paula’s life where she was married just 2 1/2 years ago, sometime in late spring.

Thank you from Paula’s family Pete, Joan & Scott Regan

Zack & Luke Albrecht John Worthington & Shilo too

MEMORIAMCLEVELAND, Bruce

L. - Feb.13, 2014 One sad lonely year

Your memories still bring us tears

We miss your laughter, smile

And that twinkle in your eye.

What we would do to see that beautiful smile once more.

Sadly missed Gloria, PJ,Sheena, family and friends.

ADAMS, BettyIn our hearts your memory lingers. Always tender, fond and true. There’s not a day we do not think of you.

Fondly remembered by George, Kerry, Lonnie and families

C L A S S I F I E D A D S • C L A S S I F I E D A D S • C L A S S I F I E D A D S • C L A S S I F I E D A D SOBITUARYKLAGES, Sarah Michelle - peacefully surrounded by her family at Grey Bruce Health Services, Owen Sound as the sun was setting Monday afternoon February 2, 2015 after an incredible journey with cancer. Sarah Klages (nee

Reid) a proud teacher in her 35th year. Beloved wife of Joe and loving new mother of Thomas. Cherished daughter of Mike and Wendy Reid of Clavering, daughter-in-law of Bill and Judy Klages of Desboro and special granddaughter of Ivan Reid of Clavering. Loved sister of Dr. Heather Reid and her husband Tony Dadswell of Lion’s Head and sister-in-law of William and his wife Linda of Tennessee, Ben and his wife Loralie of Brampton and Philip and his wife Josephine of Mill Grove. Friends called at the Downs and Son Funeral Home, Thursday from 2:00 to 4:00 and 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. Funeral service was conducted from the Faith Evangelical Lutheran Church, Desboro on Friday morning at 11:00 a.m. Pastor Brian Dunlop officiating. Friends also called at the Tobermory United Church, Friday evening from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. Funeral service was conducted from the Tobermory United Church, Saturday morning at 11:00 a.m. Pastor Brad Inglis officiating. Spring interment Dunk’s Bay Cemetery. Expressions of remembrance to Ronald McDonald House or the Terry Fox Foundation would be appreciated. Messages of condolence are welcome at www.downsandsonfuneralhome.com A tree will be planted in the Memorial Forest of the Grey Sauble Conservation Foundation in memory of Sarah by the Downs and Son Funeral Home.

A R N O L D , W i l l i a m Thomas - at Grey Bruce Health Services Wiarton early Tuesday morning January 20, 2015. Bill Arnold of Wiarton in his 75th year. Beloved husband of Isobel (nee

Howe). Loving step-father of Ken and his wife Tonia Hardman of Stokes Bay and Brad and his wife Debra Hardman of Toronto and father-in-law of Michael Todd of Owen Sound. Cherished grandfather of 5 and great grandfather of 3. Dear brother of Ted (Gwen), Doug (Barb), Harvey (Mary pre), Everatt (Edie), Vern (Faye), Kalvin (Tracy), Caroline (Joe Porter) and Donna Ward. Predeceased by step-daughter Karen Todd and brothers Don, Jim and Terry. Friends called at the Royal Canadian Legion, Wiarton on Friday from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. with a tribute service being held at 2:30 p.m. Arrangements entrusted to the George Funeral Home, Wiarton. Expressions of remembrance to the Wiarton Hospital would be appreciated. Messages of condolence may be sent to the family through www.georgefuneralhome.com A tree will be planted in the Memorial Forest of the Grey Sauble Conservation Foundation in memory of Bill by the George Funeral Home.

to the next meeting for selection and appointment of volunteer members to the Waste Diversion Group.

Deputy Mayor Greig requested that the word ‘disband’ be replaced with ‘suspend’ in Item #2, with Council’s approval.


THAT Council approves the Clerk undertaking the following actions:

1. Re-advertise to fill vacancies on the Cemetery, Chi-Cheemaun Festival, History Project (Northern), Lion’s Head 100th Anniversary, Physician Recruitment & Retention and Property Standards Committees. Deadline for applications will be Monday, February 23, 2015. Applications will be presented at the regular Council Meeting scheduled for Monday, March 2, 2015.

Submitted by Miss Myles’ Gr 7/8 classOn February 6th, the Carnaval de

Quebec came to BPDS! The Carnaval is one of the world’s biggest winter festivals, bringing in people from all over the world! It encompasses so much of French culture. The Carnaval was organized by the Gr. 7/8 class, who have been learning about French-speaking countries and French culture around the world.

There were several events for students to take part in: Ashton led the snowshoeing; face painting by artists Savanna and Hannah; snow painting organized by Hannah E., Jeritt, Sydney and Avery; snow sculpture making organized by Jake and Isaac; a snow marble scavenger hunt by Zach and Spencer; a luge slide by Ethan; maple syrup taffy sampling, made by Chloe, Griffon and Emily; a sock snowman craft by Haley and Maddie; and hot chocolate and crepes made by Chef Sam, Kobe and Caleb!

Special thanks to Janice Eckenswiller, who helped make hot chocolate, to Outers for letting us use their snowshoes and to Harvest Moon for donating maple syrup!

Carnaval de Quebec At BPDS


2. Suspend the History Project Committee (Southern Area) at this time.

3. Advertise to fill the vacant Fence Viewer positions with the application deadline set for Monday, February 23, 2015. Applications will be reviewed by Council at its regular meeting on Monday, March 2, 2015.

AND THAT Council will consider passage of the following by-laws on Monday, January 26, 2015:

-By-law No. 2015-09, being a by-law to authorize the appointment of Livestock Valuers for the Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula

-By-law No. 2015-10, being a by-law to establish a National Parks Community Committee and to appoint members to the National Parks Community Committee for the Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula

-By-law No. 2015-12, being a by-law to establish an ad hoc Museum Committee

and to appoint members to the ad hoc Museum Committee for the Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula.

Carried

14. Chief Administrative Officer Report No. CAO 15-01

Re: Scheduling of Special Council Meeting- Strategic Planning and Visioning

Council discussed and it was noted that February 10, 2015 at 9:00 a.m. would be the Strategic Planning and Visioning Special Council Meeting in the Council Chambers.


THAT Council supports the scheduling of a Special Council Meeting for the purpose of strategic planning and visioning for the Municipality;

AND THAT the meeting will be held on February 10, 2015 starting at 9:00 a.m. in the Council Chambers, 56 Lindsay Road 5, R. R. #2, Lion’s Head, Ontario, N0H 1W0.

Carried



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at 10:00 AM In the Bradley Davis Apartments

Everyone Welcome! EVANGELICAL MISSIONARY

Bethel Church, Lion’s HeadSunday Worship 10:30 AM

SALVATION ARMY576 Edward St, Wiarton

Sunday Services 10:30 AM

CATHOLIC MASSSt. Thomas, Tobermory

Tobermory United Church Saturday 11:30 AM St. Mark’s, Lion’s Head

Central United Church Saturday 9:30 AM

St. Margaret’s Chapel, Cape Chin Sunday Worship 7:30 PM

Canada Day - Labour Day & Thanksgiving Christ Church, Lion’s Head

Sunday Worship and Children’s Program 11:30 AM

Thursday Choir Practice 3:30 PM Trinity Church, WiartonSunday Worship 9:45 AM

~ CHURCH SERVICES AND BIBLE STUDY TIMES ~

OBITUARYBURT, Helen Vivian - peacefully at Gateway Haven Nursing Home, Wiarton early Sunday morning. A beautiful life has come to its end. Vivian, a kind and lov ing lady,

passed away on Sunday, February 1, 2015 in her 84th year. Vivian was the beloved wife of the late Jack Burt (2001) and dear mother of Helen Flarity, Danny, Murray (Joanne), Tim (Debby) and Karen (Tony) Hofstrand. Survived by grandchildren Tina (Troy Gibbons) Flarity, Chris Flarity, Scott (Rebecca Cowley), Brandon and Jessica Boulter, Gatlin Burt and Devan and Chantel Burt and great grandchildren Wyatt Gibbons and Rena and William Flarity. Dear sister of Don (Marilyn) Stewart, Murray (Doris) Stewart, Garry (June) Stewart, Eileen (Jim) Miller, Delmar (Joyce) Stewart and Marge (Fred) Bruin and sister-in-law of Burneice Stewart. Predeceased by grandson Billy Flarity, brother Allan Stewart and son-in-law Don Flarity. Vivian was raised in Miller Lake, later moving to Wiarton where she enjoyed taking an active role in the Frank Street Baptist Church community. Viv’s was a life of giving and caring, sustained by her faith and natural selfless regard for others. Her warm and gentle spirit will remain with all of us who loved her dearly. Thank you to Golden Dawn Nursing Home and Gateway Haven for their compassionate care in her last years. The funeral service was conducted from the George Funeral Home, Wiarton Tuesday. Rev. Katherine Hawley officiated. Spring interment Bayview Cemetery, Wiarton.

MALONE, Lori Anne - with family by her side at Grey Bruce Health Services Lion’s Head Wednesday even ing January 14, 2015. Lori Malone (nee Heffernan) of Lion’s Head in her 46th year. Cherished wife of Derrick. Loving mother of

Megan, Emily, Justin and Braydon at home. Loved by her sisters and brothers. Mass of Christian Burial was conducted at St. Mary’s Roman Catholic Church, Owen Sound on Monday, January 19, 2015 at 10:30 a.m. with Father Okpuruka officiating. Interment Greenwood Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to the George Funeral Home, Wiarton. Expressions of remembrance to D. Malone Children’s Education Fund would be appreciated. Messages of condolence may be sent to the family through www.georgefuneralhome.com A tree will be planted in the Memorial Forest of the Grey Sauble Conservation Foundation in memory of Lori by the George Funeral Home.

OBITUARYPATRICK, Connie Faith - suddenly at V ic to r ia Hosp i ta l , L o n d o n F r i d a y afternoon January 23, 2015. Connie Patrick (nee Golden) of Owen

Sound in her 63rd year. Beloved wife of Colin ‘Pat’ Patrick. Loved mother of Kevin and his wife Brigitta of Owen Sound and grandmother of Amelia and Jillian. Cherished daughter of Amelia Dunham of Tobermory and sister of Lance Golden and his wife Smokey of Tobermory, Carla Heffernan and her husband Dave of Woodstock, Fay Walton and her husband Dave of Woodstock and Amy Hofstrand of Tobermory. Missed by many aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her father Thomas Golden and step-father Jack Dunham. Friends called at the George Funeral Home, Wiarton on Friday from 1:00 until 4:00 p.m. with a time of remembrance at 2:00 p.m. Expressions of remembrance to the Breast Cancer Society would be appreciated. Messages of condolence may be sent to the family through www.georgefuneralhome.com A tree will be planted in the Memorial Forest of the Grey Sauble Conservation Foundation in memory of Connie by the George Funeral Home.

PARKER, Irene May - at Grey Bruce Health Services Lion’s Head early Friday morning January 16, 2015. Irene Parker (nee Luckman) of Lion’s Head and formerly of Hamilton in her 82nd year. Loved mother

of Lynn Haw of Hamilton and Wayne Neiley and his wife Linda of Lion’s Head. Cherished grandmother of Chris, Michael (Kimmie), Amanda (Luke), Gord, Ashley (Chris) and Graham and great grandmother of Taylor, Owen and Jordyn. Dear sister of Jack Luckman of Woodstock and Evelyn McCarty of Hamilton. Predeceased by her husband Matt Parker and sister Betty McDuffee. Private family funeral arrangements entrusted to the George Funeral Home, Lion’s Head Chapel, Lion’s Head. Expressions of remembrance to Lion’s Head Hospital would be appreciated. Messages of condolence may be sent to the family through www.georgefuneralhome.com The family would like to express their sincere appreciation to Dr. George Harpur and the staff at Golden Dawn Nursing Home and the Lion’s Head Hospital for their excellent care of Irene. A tree will be planted in the Memorial Forest of the Grey Sauble Conservation Foundation in memory of Irene by the George Funeral Home.

OBITUARYB A R T L E Y, C l a r e n c e Alexander – of Dyers Bay, peacefully at Hannah Walker Place in Owen Sound on Friday, January 9, 2015 at the age of 93 years. Loving husband and best friend to Marold (nee Adams) for 74

years. Cherished father of Marilyn (Gordon Shaw), of Bruce Mines, Larry (Gloria), of Brampton, Ray, of Wiarton, Julie (Ted Publuske), of Owen Sound, David (Martha), of Toronto, Eric (Jill McFadden), of Owen Sound, and Jean (Mike Campbell), of Owen Sound. Proud grandfather of 22; great-grandfather of 35; and great-great-grandfather of 5. Brother of Doris (Ivan Hooey); brother-in-law of Bunny Burr Hallman, David Adams (Jean), Cleve Adams (Jean), Lloyd Adams (Viola), and Irvin Sutter. Lovingly remembered by his many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents Sandy and Laura; brothers Floyd and Cecil; sisters Myrtle Robbins, and Lorraine Sutter; brothers and sisters-in-law Gordon Robbins, Lila Bartley, Tommy Adams, Raymond Adams, Sonny Adams, Kay McNair, Pat Durance, Yvonne Bartley, and Edna Sheppard. Friends are invited to a casual Come & Go Memorial Gathering to celebrate the life service for Clarence on Saturday, January 17, 2015 from 1-3 PM at the Thomas C. Whitcroft Peninsula Chapel, 272 Berford St., Wiarton (519) 534-5341. Cremation with spring interment in Dunk’s Bay cemetery, Tobermory. Donations to the charity of your choice would be appreciated. Condolences may be expressed online at www.whitcroftfuneralhome.com

McILRAITH, JOAN ANN (nee Bluhm) 1941 – 2015. After a heart attack in Italy this past October, Joan’s heart failed her on February 7. Joan died peacefully at home.Predeceased by her mother Irene and father Clarence (‘Pete’) Bluhm of

Hanover, Joan is survived by her husband Don, her daughter Sara-Jane (partner Neil Phipps), son Ian (wife Sheilanne Lindsay), granddaughter Kate, and grandsons Noah and Liam. A memorial service will be held this spring. Details will be announced when available. Joan was full of life right to the end. She enjoyed many hobbies and activities including rug hooking, stained glass, knitting, needlework, sewing, baking, badminton, hiking, kayaking, skiing, snowshoeing, gardening, crosswords and board games… the list goes on. She played important behind the scenes roles in The Bruce Trail, Bruce Peninsula Environment Group and the Lakewood Community. Most of all she loved doing practical things for others. Joan will be greatly missed by her many friends in ‘The Bruce’, in Hanover and in Sudbury (where she lived for thirty five years). Arrangements entrusted to the George Funeral Home, Lion’s Head Chapel, Lion’s Head. In lieu of flowers, donations made to the Bruce Trail Conservancy or the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation of Canada would be appreciated. Messages of condolence may be sent to the family through www.georgefuneralhome.com A tree will be planted in the Memorial Forest of the Grey Sauble Conservation Foundation in memory of Joan by the George Funeral Home.

OBITUARYMACKIE, Clayton Elbern - surrounded by his family at Grey Bruce Health Services Owen Sound Monday af ternoon January 12, 2015. Clayton Mackie of Lion’s Head in his 80th year. Beloved husband of Grace. Loved father of Jerry and his wife Debbie and Brad

and his wife Donna all of Lion’s Head. Cherished grandfather of Amber (Matt), Jenna (Ezra), Kaley, Paige, Wade (Shannon) and Marissa and great grandfather of Liam. Dear son-in-law of Alvin Ward of Wiarton, brother of Leota and her husband Kyle McArthur of Woodstock and Ina Dawson of Eganville and brother-in-law of Wayne and his wife Anne Ward of Wiarton, Ruth and her husband Milt Casemore of Owen Sound, Norma and her husband Jack Campbell of Wiarton and Linda Barfoot and her friend John Good of Wiarton. Predeceased by brothers-in-law, Wray Ward, Larry Barfoot and Tom Dawson and sister-in-law Jean Ward. Friends called at the Bethel Mission ary Church, 18 Ferndale Road, Lion’s Head on Friday from 2:00 to 4:00 and 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. The funeral service was conducted at the Church on Saturday morning at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Brad Inglis officiating. Spring interment Eastnor Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to the George Funeral Home, Lion’s Head Chapel, Lion’s Head. Expressions of remembrance to Bruce Peninsula Hospital Foundation would be appreciated. Messages of condolence may be sent to the family through www.georgefuneralhome.com A tree will be planted in the Memorial Forest of the Grey Sauble Conservation Foundation in memory of Clayton by the George Funeral Home.

MUNICIPALITY OF

NORTHERN BRUCE PENINSULAOffice Hours Monday - Friday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm

56 Lindsay Road 5, R. R. #2, Lion’s Head, Ontario N0H 1W0Telephone: 519-793-3522 • Fax: 519-793-3823

Website: www.northbrucepeninsula.caMUNICIPALITY OFNORTHERN BRUCE PENINSULA

PUBLIC NOTICES

PUBLIC WORKS

Municipal Office ClosurePlease be advised that the Municipal Office will be closed on Monday, February 16, 2015 in observance of Family Day.

Upcoming MeetingsTuesday, February 10, 2015 ...9:00 a.m. ......Special Council Meeting (Strategic

Planning and Visioning)Monday, March 2, 2015.......... 9:00 a.m. ......Special Council Meeting

(2015 Budget – First Review)Monday, March 2, 2015.......... 1:00 p.m. ......CouncilMonday, March 9, 2015.......... 9:00 a.m. ......Special Council Meeting

(2015 Budget – Second Review)Monday, March 9, 2015.......... 1:00 p.m. ......CouncilMonday, March 23, 2015 ........ 1:00 p.m. ......Council (including Public

Presentation of 2015 Budget)NOTE: All meetings are held at Municipal Office unless specified otherwise.

Notice Of Intent To Pass By-law(s)The following by-laws may be considered for passage by Council at its regular meeting to be held on Monday, March 2, 2015 at 1:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at 56 Lindsay Road 5, R. R. #2, Lion’s Head, Ontario, N0H 1W0:By-law No. 2015-18 Being a by-law to enact rules and regulations for the installation, repair, maintenance and access to water meters, check valves and water expansion tanksBy-law No. 2015-19 Being a by-law to regulate the supply of water in the Lion’s Head Water SystemPLEASE NOTE: Anyone wishing to view, discuss or provide written comments on any by-law (or agenda document) or submit Correspondence for the Council Agenda shall provide same to the Municipal Clerk no later than 9:00 a.m. on the Thursday preceding the Council meeting. Anyone wishing to discuss any by-law (or agenda document) may do so by contacting the Municipal Clerk at (519) 793-3522, X229 at any time prior to 12 Noon on the Friday preceding the Council Meeting.

RECRUITING VOLUNTEERSThe Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula is recruiting volunteers for the following ad hoc committees.

Cemetery Committee (4 members to be appointed)Chi-Cheemaun Festival Committee (7 members to be appointed)

History Project Committee (Northern Area) (9 members to be appointed)Lion’s Head 100th Anniversary Committee (9 members to be appointed)

Physician Recruitment and Retention Committee (5 members to be appointed)Property Standards Committee (2 members to be appointed)

Fence Viewers (2 members to be appointed)The aforementioned ad hoc committees will be appointed to coincide with the term of the

current Council concluding on November 30, 2018.Applications must be submitted on the prescribed form to the Clerk no later than Monday, February 23, 2015 at 12 Noon. The application form is available at the Municipal Office or

on line at www.northbrucepeninsula.ca.All applications will be reviewed in Open Council on Monday, March 2, 2015.

SUMMER JOB OPPORTUNITIESThe Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula is seeking post secondary summer students, who are energetic, self-motivated, responsible and customer service oriented, to fill the following positions available in 2015: Posting # Position Department Hourly Rate 2015-01 Swimming Instructor (requires Parks & Facilities $14.00 valid Red Cross, NLS Instructor, First Aid/CPR) 2015-02 **Assistant Swimming Instructor Parks & Facilities $12.00 2015-03 *Public Works Student Public Works $14.00 2015-04 *Administrative Assistant CAO/Clerk/Treasury $14.00 2015-05 *Fire and Emergency Fire and Emergency $14.00 Services Assistant Services A valid Class G Driver’s Licence, with a clean driver’s abstract, is required for the positions denoted with an asterisk (*).**Please note that secondary school students are eligible for Posting #2015-02Please view the Job Description(s) for a full explanation of the advertised position(s).

Interested candidates are invited to submit the following:1) Cover Letter quoting the posting # (position applied for)2) Brief resume

no later than Thursday, March 27, 2015 at 12 Noon to:Mary Lynn Standen

Municipal ClerkMunicipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula

56 Lindsay Road 5, R. R. #2Lion’s Head, Ontario N0H 1W0

Telephone: (519) 793-3522, X229Fax: (519) 793-3823

Email: [email protected]

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, and the Ontario Human Rights Code, the Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please inform the Municipality’s Accessibility Coordinator of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act and will be used for the purpose of candidate selection.

Visit our website at www.northbrucepeninsula.caJOB POSTING

Harbour Attendant (seasonal) – Level #4 – Tobermory

In accordance with the OPSEAU Collective Agreement, the position of Harbour Attendant (seasonal) – Level #4 – Tobermory is being posted internally and externally on February 4, 2015.

The posting shall remain open for the required minimum period of ten (10) working days. The posting will close on Friday, March 27, 2015 at 12 Noon.

The job description is available on the Municipal website under Departments, then Employment.

Interested candidates shall submit resumes as follows:Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula

ATTENTION: Marshall Tigert, Facilities Supervisor56 Lindsay Road 5, R. R. #2

Lion’s Head, Ontario N0H 1W0

Landfill Hours(November 1 – March 31)

Eastnor Site – 1252 West RoadMonday and Tuesday – 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Lindsay Site – 627 Ira Lake RoadThursday – 9:00 to 5:00 p.m.

and Saturday – 12:00 to 4:30 p.m. St. Edmunds – 71 McArthur Road

Wednesday and Friday – 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

For Your InformationNBP Drinking Water System Final Rate and Final Financial Plan Reports (27JUN11) are available for viewing at the Municipal Office or on the Municipal website. Also available for viewing online or at the Municipal Office are:

1.Tobermory Sewage Lagoon 2013 Annual Report2.Lion’s Head Water Treatment Plant 2013 Annual Report

3.Lion’s Head Water Treatment Plant 2013 Summary Report4.Tobermory Primary Place Daycare 2013 Annual Report

Landfill Site UpdatePolystyrene (Styrofoam) is being accepted at all three (3) Waste Disposal Sites, free of charge. The material is to be placed in clear plastic bags, supplied at the Waste Disposal Sites, and placed in the appropriate container where it will be collected for recycling through a program operated with Grace Canada.

Acceptable materials: white molded pieces and cushion packaging (used for packaging electronics and hardware)Non-acceptable materials: food storage containers, coffee cups or small packaging (ie. peanuts or popcorn)

BUILDINGResidents are reminded that building permits are required for all construction projects. If, in doubt, please contact the Building Department at (519) 793-3522, X226.

CO Alarms Now Mandatory In All HomesEffective October 15, 2014, Bill 77 updates the Ontario Fire Code by requiring that carbon monoxide detectors are now required near all sleeping areas in residential homes and in the service rooms and adjacent sleeping areas in multi-residential units. Carbon monoxide alarms can be hard wires, battery operated or plugged into the wall.

BY-LAW ENFORCEMENT2015 Dog Tags are now available for sale at the Municipal Office.Annual Fee - $10.00 before April 1, 2015 (no HST)

If you are experiencing a situation with by-law matters such as animal control, zoning, parking, camping, contact Carol Hopkins, By-law Enforcement Officer at (519) 793-3522, X235 (Monday and Thursday only between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.) or via email to [email protected].

WINTER FREE SKATESSaturday, February 28 – 7:00 to 9:00 p.m.

Municipality of Northern Bruce PeninsulaSaturday, March 7 – 7:00 to 9:00 p.m.

Clark's Marine & ATV Service and Summerhouse Park Monday, March 16– 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.

Kathy Dimaline & Dog Days PaintingTuesday, March 17 – 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.

Tyndall HaulageWednesday, March 18 – 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.

Peninsula Out of Doors & Peninsula Wine CellarThursday, March 19 – 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.

Peninsula Family Health Team & Rotary Club of NBPFriday, March 20 – 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.

Lion's Head Farmers MarketSaturday, March 21 – 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.

Bernie Hellyer Construction

BUSH COUNTRY HIGHWAY SIGNSThe Addendum to the Ministry of Transportation Corridor Signing Policy, known as Section 10, Bush Country Highway Signs (revised January 2012) is available for viewing on the Municipality’s website. This policy was developed by the Ministry of Transportation since they have jurisdiction over Highway 6. Go to News, then select Public Notices.

CONTACT USHow to contact your Council members

Mayor Milt McIver – (519) 592-3076 - [email protected] Mayor Patricia Greig – (519) 793-4961 - [email protected]

Councillor Tom Boyle – (519) 793-3654 [email protected] Rob Rouse – (519) 596-2690 - [email protected] Griffin Salen – (519) 270-3186 [email protected]

KARATE LESSONS NOW BEING OFFEREDThe Municipality, together with Peter Zehr, is excited to announce that karate classes will be offered in the community.Peter has been teaching karate for 33 years. He currently teaches the Ryusei style karate in Wiarton and Walkerton.Classes are available to all ages and abilities – children, youth, adult and black belts. Classes will commence on Tuesday, March 24, 2015 at the Friendship Club in Lion’s Head.For more information or to register, please contact Cheri Hofstrand at (519) 793-3522, X222 or via email to [email protected].


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The 2015 Daytrip Companion is close to completion. The response to our Daytrip Companion is always positive, and we anticipate this year’s edition will be every bit as popular. We are always looking for new photos to promote our beautiful Bruce Peninsula.

50,000 copies will be printed in May 2015 for distribution at information booths and businesses from Owen Sound/Port Elgin and up the peninsula to Tobermory.

In addition to the popular ”Best Map Ever” of the Bruce Peninsula we include three Locator Maps; one specifically for Restaurants, one for Shopping, and the other for Accommodations. Participating advertisers will have their business listed and the location of their business clearly marked on the adjacent map. Advertisers who take display ads inside the remaining body of the publication will have this listing included for no extra charge. Both black & white and full colour advertising space is available.

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OF THE BRUCE PENINSULACENTRE SPREAD

Bruce Trail Spreads 50th Anniversary Celebrations Over Several Years

New for 2014 FREE Parking at Sauble Beach!

and most famous long distance public footpath — has been celebrating its

50th anniversary for several years. The celebration will continue until 2017.

The Bruce Trail is spread across t h e b r e a d t h o f S o u t h w e s t e r n O n t a r i o . T h e southern terminus is at Queenston, near Niagara Falls. The northern terminus is on Tobermory Harbour.

T h e 5 0 t h a n n i v e r s a r y celebration is spread across eight years because that was the gestation period of the Trail itself.

T h e B r u c e Trai l v is ion was first articulated at

a meeting of the Federation of Ontario Naturalists in 1959, where Ray Lowes and Robert Bateman discussed the idea of a footpath spanning the entire Niagara Escarpment.

The inaugural meeting of the Bruce Trail Committee happened in 1960. The founding members were Ray Lowes, Norman Pearson, Philip Gosling and Dr Robert MacLaren.

The founders envisioned a trail that would cross private lands so landowner goodwill would be crucial to the project. Philip Gosling knocked on literally hundreds of doors in the early 1960s, establishing a network of naturalists, hikers and landowners to carry the project forward.

The Cairn on the harbour in Tobermory marks the Bruce Trail’s northern terminus.

In 1963, nine Bruce Trail Clubs were established, with each of the clubs

Trail’s 800 km route.

Sections of the Bruce Trail came “online” in a piecemeal fashion over the next few years, but the entire trail was formalized with the unveiling of the cairn at Tobermory in 1967.

In its current form, the Bruce Trail consists of 890km of main trail and over 400 km of side trails.

We like to think that the best parts of the Bruce Trail are here on the Bruce Peninsula, featuring pristine shorelines and clifftop lookouts along Georgian Bay plus hundreds of kilometres of wilderness trail.

The Bruce Trail is a National Treasure (and it’s not just for Serious Hikers)

On the Bruce Peninsula, the Bruce Trail is the best way to experience the wilderness up close and personal — pristine forests and shorelines miles from the nearest road, out of sight of “civilization” and frequently even out of cell phone range.

There are hazards that you should be aware of; black bears and massasauga rattlesnakes call this area home and you are the visitor. Watch out for crevasses and poison ivy; always hike with a friend, use a guidebook and map and take lots of water!

Rules for hiking are very simple: do not hike off the marked route; respect the privacy of anyone living along the trail; pack in and pack out everything; do not

The Peninsula Bruce Trail Club’s Day Hike Guide (widely available at Peninsula stores) offers comprehensive maps and notes. Ross McLean’s Trails at the Tip is a great guide to a variety of hikes on the Bruce Peninsula.

For those who have never hiked the

No Room At The Inn? Things Are Filling Up!

A generation ago, the Bruce Peninsula was Southern Ontario’s best kept secret. Some people had heard about Sauble Beach and a few even knew about the Flowerpots and the Manitoulin Island ferry. But hardly anybody had actually been there.

Not anymore.

A number of things happened over a period of decades — the Bruce Trail, the increasing popularity of SCUBA diving and kayaking, the establishment of two National Parks — and gradually the word got out.

What Can We Do? All the Parking Lots are Full!Weekends — especially long weekends

— on the Bruce Peninsula can get pretty

parking lots at Sauble Beach.

At Head of Trails in the National Park, the parking lots are often full by 9:00AM even on weekdays; likewise across the Highway at Singing Sands and further south at Halfway Log Dump.

And you could drive around the block all afternoon in downtown Tobermory

The trick is knowing where to look.

In Tobermory there are two large parking lots within a 3-minute walk of

downtown. Turn off the Highway onto Hay Bay Road. It’s on the wrong side of the highway but it’s only one short block to unlimited free parking.

It’s the same story in Wiarton. There are large, free parking lots behind the buildings on the uphill side of Berford Street.

If you were looking for a beach, you could try Oliphant, or Hope Bay, or Black Creek Provincial Park or even Bluewater Beach in Wiarton or Lion’s Head Beach (except on the August long Weekend).

If you are wanting to spend some time



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15. Chief Administrative Officer Report No. CAO 15-02

Re: Source Water Protection ‘RMO in a Box’

It was requested that RMO/RMI be explained in the minutes.

The Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula is required to manage a Source Water Protection (SWP) area at the St. Edmunds Community Centre. To manage a SWP area, the Municipality is required to have a Risk Management Official (RMO). The RMO is responsible for creating Risk Management Plans for properties located within the Wellhead Protection Zone that have threats to drinking water. These threats and plans required to deal with them include regulating septic systems, fuel storage, chemical storage and use, etc.


THAT the Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula formally agrees to participate in the “RMO/RMI (Risk Management Official/Risk Management Inspectors) in a Box” Source Water Protection Initiative;

AND FURTHERMORE THAT the Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula’s maximum financial commitment of $4,866.30 is funded by the Provincial Source Water Protection Grant.

Carried

OTHER BUSINESS

a) The Public Works Manager noted that there will be a map showing the classes of roads for the Municipality available on the Municipal website at some point in the future.

b) The Fire Chief commented on the Fire Department’s response to the National Park and noted that you

cannot differentiate between tourist and local, provincial highway and/or municipal roads throughout the whole Municipality.

Management will discuss who bears the costs and report to Council.

c) Councillor Salen asked the cost for publishing and mailing the 2015 Municipal Calendar.

He was advised that $8,000.00 was budgeted and that it was also partially funded by Waste Diversion Ontario.

The Chief Administrative Officer noted that the calendar will be discussed during budget deliberations.

d) Deputy Mayor Greig commented that a delegation about education at the Ontario Good Roads Conference would not be feasible at this time.

CORRESPONDENCE


a) Shirley Teasdale – MNBP Calendar

-This has been addressed

b) John Dowding – MNBP 2015 Calendar


c) Ann Bacso – MNBP 2015 Calendar


d) Shirley Alexander – MNBP 2015 Calendar


e) Kathryn Burns – MNBP 2015 Calendar


f) Elaine Wassermann – MNBP 2015 Calendar


g) Lynn Szymezko – MNBP 2015 Calendar and Community Profile


h) Shona Sibbad – Landfill Hours

-This will be referred to the 2015 Budget Deliberations (Public Works)

i) Lion’s Head Promotion Group Updates and Request

j) Kevin Doyle – Request for Letter

-Staff to request Mr. Doyle to attend Council as a Delegation

k) Town of South Bruce Peninsula Resolution

-This item was deferred as the Chief Administrative Officer was directed to speak with the Town of South Bruce Peninsula’s Administrator and report to Council



Carried

READING OF BY-LAWS


THAT the following listed by-laws be given 1st, 2nd and 3rd reading and enacted:

2015-01 BEING A BY-LAW TO E S T A B L I S H A M U L T I - Y E A R ACCESSIBILITY PLAN FOR THE CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF NORTHERN BRUCE PENINSULA

2015-02 BEING A BY-LAW TO

CONFIRM THE PROCEEDINGS OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF NORTHERN BRUCE PENINSULA HELD MONDAY, JANUARY 12, 2015 Carried

CLOSED SESSION


THAT Council move into Closed Session at 3:26 p.m. pursuant to Section 239 of The Municipal Act, 2001, as amended, for litigation or potential litigation including matters before administrative tribunals affecting the Municipality or local board (Georgian Drive).



THAT Council reconvene at 3:41 p.m. from “Closed Session” and Resume the Council meeting.

ADJOURNMENT


THAT the meeting adjourns at 3:42 p.m. Carried

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$21,000 Donated to the Hospital CampaignThe THSA has donated all of the proceeds of its three fundraising events held

in 2014, a total of $21,000, to the Hospital Campaign to build a new Cancer Care Unit on the 5th floor of the Owen Sound Hospital. The Owen Sound Hospital is our local hospital for cancer care and treatment. The THSA supports the hospital’s Cancer Care Campaign. The Auxiliary especially wants to thank its major sponsors who were: Lloyd and Vi Adams, the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 290, the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 290 Ladies Auxiliary, SDI Builders, Re/Max broker Darlene James and the Owen Sound Transportation Company.

$10,000 Donated to Bruce Peninsula HospiceIn December the Bruce Peninsula Hospice made a presentation to the THSA

about its activities in our local community and on the peninsula to provide end-of-life care and hospice palliative care. Their services are provided at no cost to individuals or families, however there are costs involved and the THSA has donated $10,000 to this excellent organization. For further information about the Bruce Peninsula Hospice, or to volunteer, phone 519-534-1260 ext 5612 or visit their website www.bphospice.ca.

Early last summer the THSA in partnership with the Royal Canadian Legion Br. 290 Ladies Auxiliary donated $8,000 to the Wheels of Hope. This program provides transportation to registered cancer patients for cancer treatment, anywhere in Ontario, at no cost to the patient. The money will be used by the CCS for local cancer patients and should cover the expenses in our Municipality for about 1 year. The THSA has an ongoing memorial fund, that was started in memory of Jeff Peters, dedicated to this program.

Last year the Auxiliary donated almost $40,000 on your behalf to local health care activities.

Thank you for your support!

Upcoming Fundraisers:There will be three fundraising events this year:

• May 16, 2015 - Whitefish Dinner• September 12, 2015 - Chi-Cheemaun Dinner Cruise• October 24, 2015 - Fallfest Roast Beef dinner

Tickets for the Dinner Cruise (fun and superb hospitality are certain) are now available and since this event always sells out quickly long before the cruise, plan to get your tickets soon and avoid the waiting list or disappointment.

First aid training sessions, free to participants, will also be offered after winter. Details will be in future editions of this paper and on our website.

The Auxiliary has preliminary plans to construct a memorial lighthouse and gardens on the site currently occupied by the old hyperbaric facility. Once the hyperbaric facilities are completely in the new building then the “memorial” project will start and LED lighting will be added to the parking area.

The THSA thanks each of you for your support of our effort to finance, supply and improve local health care. The THSA is your local charity for local health care - that is our role and mandate. That is what we support.

We do welcome and encourage suggestions, comments and new members. All donations are welcome. Please make them payable to “The Tobermory

Health Services Auxiliary”. For further information please contact Ron Columbus at 519-596-2150, email

[email protected] or visit our website at www.tobermoryhealth.ca.

Tobermory Health Services Auxiliary Supports Local Health Care

Photo (L-R): THSA Treasurer Joan Carmount, Paul Weitendorf on behalf of the Hospital Campaign and THSA President Ron Columbus.

Photo (L-R): THSA Treasurer Joan Carmount, Bruce Peninsula Hospice Manager Nancy Forgrave, THSA Secretary Pat Columbus and Bruce Peninsula Hospice volunteer Ree Rintoul.

Press ReleaseFull-time students aged 15-29 have the opportunity to start and run their own

business with the help of The Business Enterprise Centre - Owen Sound & Area, and the Ontario Government program, Summer Company.

It’s never too early to think about summer and owning your own business. The Summer Company program provides students who are returning to school, with a great opportunity to gain experience and to create their own employment.

Receive hands on business training, individual mentoring and financial awards of up to $3,000 to help you start and run your own summer business. Whatever career path you take, Summer Company will give you the tools you need to succeed.

Applications are now open.For more information or to apply

visit www.ontario.ca/summercompany.Contact The Business Enterprise

Centre - Owen Sound & Area for assistance with your business plan and application at 519-371-3232. The sooner you call, the closer you are to being your own boss!

This program is brought to you by The Business Enterprise Centre - Owen Sound & Area, in partnership with the Ontario Ministry of Economic Development, Employment and Infrastructure.

Be Your Own Boss This Summer! Apply Now To The

Summer Company Program

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