March 26, 2002 Agenda
ORDERS OF THE DA Y
FOR TUESDA Y. MARCH 26 . 2002 AT 9:00 A.M.
PAGE # ORDER
1 st Meeting Called to Order
2nd Adoption of Minutes - meetings held on March 12, 2002
3rd Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest and the General Nature Thereof
4th Presenting Petitions, Presentations and Delegations
DELEGATIONS:
9:00 a.m. Father Mark Sargent, World Youth Day - Day In The Diocese,
with update on plans for the event (ATTACHMENT)
9:20 a.m. Paul Collins, Don Page and Tom McKenney, St. Thomas-Elgin
General Hospital Foundation -Request for funding (ATTACHMENT)
9:45 a.m. Dave McAdams - St. Thomas-Elgin Tourist Association _ Request
for funding (ATTACHMENT)
Motion to Move Into "Committee Of The Whole Council"
Reports of Council, Outside Boards and Staff
Budgets: Binders Circulated at March 12'h Council Meetina
1) Draft 2002 Composite
2) Grant Requests
14-16 - Talbot Bi-Centennial- clarification of budget figures
(ATTACHED)
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2-7
8-9
5th
10-13 6th
3) Capital Budget
7th Council Correspondence - see attached
17-47 1) Items for Consideration
48-87 2) Items for Information (Consent Agenda)
8th OTHER BUSINESS
1) Statements/Inquiries by Members
2) Notice of Motion
3) Matters of Urgency
9th In-Camera Items - see separate agenda
10th Recess
11th Motion to Rise and Report
12th Motion to Adopt Recommendations from the Committee Of The Whole
88 13th Consideration of By-Laws
14th ADJOURNMENT
LUNCH WILL BE PROVIDED
NOTE: PLEASE BRING YOUR 2002 BUDGET BINDERS
TO THIS MEETING - THERE WILL BE NO
ADDITIONAL COPIES AVAILABLE
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- Journées dàccueil dans Ie diocèse
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The County of Elgin
450 Sunset Drive
St Thomas, ON N5R 5V1
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Attention: Mr. Mark G. McDonald
Re: W orld Youth Day - Days in the Diocese
Update at Council Meeting
Dear Mr. McDonald:
We wish to be placed on the agenda of one of the following County Council meetings,
March 12 or 26, 2002. I would like to give County Council an update of the activities that
have transpired since our last presentation with regard to World Youth Day - Days in the
Diocese event this July.
Our presentation will consist of a ten minute verbal presentation, with an opportunity for
councillors to ask questions. Please advise our office of the date that most suits your
meeting agenda.
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Chair
Worl.åuthDay - Days in the Diocese
WORLD YOUTH DAY - DAYS IN THE DIOCESE
1112 Dearness Drive· LONDON, Ontario N6E IN9
Ph, (519) 691-1057' Fax, (519) 691-1056
E-mail: wydlondon@rcec.london.on.ca
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ST. THOMAS-ELGIN
GENERAL HOSPITAL
FOUNDATION
DELIVERED BY HAND
2002 03 08
Warden John R. Wilson
The County of Elgin
450 Sunset Drive
St. Thomas, Ontario
N5R 5VI
Dear Warden Wilson:
We are writing to update you on the campaign and project which are being embraced by the
citizens, groups and other governments--as critical to the life of our community. In addition we
ask for your consideration and a decision to make a leadership gift in support of this campaign.
This $4 million campaign is being planned in support of
. our Hospital's project to modernize the Emergency Department (ER) and
establish an Ambulatory Care Centre, and
. establishing an endowment fund to assist the Hospital to purchase patient
care equipment.
A 'Case Summary' is attached providing additional infonnation. Achieving the Campaign goal is
essential to meet real challenges to improve care, both in the short and longer tenn.
At this time the Ministry of Health and Long Tenn Care (MOHLTC) is proceeding through their
review and approval process for the project. The Hospital's submission seeks approval for
urgently required renovations and 50% funding for the ER and Ambulatory Care Centre project.
Recently 'Functional Program' documentation was requested and provided to the Ministry. From
this and other recent activity, we believe that the Ministry is in the final stages of their approval
process.
Both the Foundation and Hospital have appealed to the Ministry to expedite the approval process.
Also, the Board of Govemor's recent decisions to move toward balancing the Hospital's budget
should impact positively on this process as the Ministry has been concerned about recurring
operating deficits. We are optimistic that approval will be forthcoming in the very near future!
189 Elm Street, P.O. Box 2007, SI. Thomas, Ontario N5P 3W2
Tel.: (519) 631-2030 exl. 2246 Fax: (519) 631-8372
Registered Charitable No. 89081 6846 RR0001
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The Foundation's Board of Directors made a commitment to the Hospital's Board of Governors
to raise $3 million or 50% of the project costs and in addition will establish a $1 million
endowment fund. This endowment is especially important since the Hospital's annual capital
equipment budgets are not part of the annual operating funding provided to Hospitals by the
Ministry. The endowment fund will help sustain funding for replacement and new patient care
technology.
A Campaign Cabinet has been established and a Feasibility Study was completed which confinued
a very strong base of support for the proposed Campaign. With such a strong affirmation of
support within the community, Cabinet is keen to proceed with a public campaign once MOHLTC
approval is received by the Hospital.
While the Cabinet has not initiated the public solicitation phase of our campaign, the public is
already beginning to respond! Over $1.6 million has already been pledged or received toward the
Campaign Goal.
Given the above and the attached, we are asking for YOUT thoughtful consideration of a leadership
gift of $500,000, funded in five equal annual pledge amounts of$100,000 beginning in year 2003.
The County of Elgin has always demonstrated a strong commitment to enhancing and sustaining
excellent quality of health in our community Hospital. This has been demonstrated through
leadership gifts to past campaigns, representation on the Board of Governors and the keen interest
shown in oUT Hospital by administration and elected officials. All of this is appreciated and
certainly provides confidence to our entit:e hospital fanùly as they work together to improve every
aspect of providing the best possible health care.
We welcome the opportunity to have representation fÌ'om the Foundation and Hospital attend a
County Council meeting on March 26 to review this proposal and assist in YOUT review of OUT
request.
Y OUTS sincerely,
Jim df~
Dr. E. Stanley Hagerman
Campaign Chairman
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Donald H. pag'}
FCGA, FCSI
Foundation President
Attachment: Case Summary
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St. Thomas-Elgin General
Hospital Foundation
Feasibility Study
Case Summary
April, 2001
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Working Together for Our Community
The St. Thomas-Elgin General Hospital, in keeping with our mission, is committed to
providing the highest quality of health care and services to our community.
The STEGH has long been at the heart of our community. As a focal point for health
care, the people of the area have come to rely on it to be there when they need it. For
generations, the people in our area have given generously to keep pace with the changing
face of health care.
Today, the hospital is working harder than ever to keep up with the growing population
and the demand for the very best of modern medical care.
Our History
From its humble beginnings, in 1891, as the 20-bed hospital Amasa Wood Hospital on
Pearl Street, the STEGH has evolved into the centre of excellence in health care it is
today. Following World War I the community's needs resulted in the building of a new
125-bed facility adjacent to the original hospital, changing its name to the Memorial
Hospital. Responding to continued community growth, yet another new hospital, the St.
Thomas-Elgin General Hospital, was opened in 1954. The ensuring years were dedicated
to upgrading the current site, as well as making significant strides in the introduction of
new medical procedures and services at the hospital.
Today the St. Thomas-Elgin General Hospital, with 178 beds, is a full-service
community hospital, offering a comprehensive range of medical, surgical, obstetrical,
pediatric, and continuing care services to the 82,000 people of Elgin County. In 2000,
more than 68,000 people received treatment on an inpatient and outpatient basis from
STEGH. Employing more than 850 full and part-time employees and an annual operating
budget of $48 million, STEGH is the fifth largest employer in the County.
The Challenges
The community served by the STEGH has witnessed dramatic population growth,
particularly in recent years. We have also seen a growing difficulty in accessing family
physicians in our community. These issues, coupled with improvements in medicine and
technology, have resulted in a significant increase in the number of outpatient treatments
and procedures in our emergency department.
In the past year, over 53,000 patients were accommodated in the emergency department;
40% were scheduled outpatient and non-emergency visits, sharing the same physical
space, medical staff and other resources with emergency patients. The existing physical
space lacks the capacity to handle this number. The sheer volume of traffic in emergency
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creates congestion, inadequate waiting areas and a significant lack of privacy for both
emergency and ambulatory care patients. The physical limitations, characterized by
many small rooms, hinder the effective operations of the ER.
Anyone visiting the ER knows just how desperate the situation is in that area of the
hospital. Not only has demand for services increased over the years but new technologies
and new medical procedures, not even imagined when the Hospital was designed, have
put tremendous pressures on a department that has long outgrown its allotted space. This
situation simply cannot continue if we want to provide care to patients with the privacy
and dignity they deserve.
Responding to the Need
$4 million Required
Redeveloping our Emergency and Ambulatory Care
$3 million required
The STEGH has engaged in considerable planning prior to embarking on this project. We
have examined current concerns, considered future demands and looked at changing
priorities and trends in health care to determine the most cost effective means of
addressing the issues. The intent of this project is to create an Ambulatory Care Centre
for scheduled outpatient visits and renovate the existing ER space to be utilized solely for
Emergency services.
The Ambulatory Care Centre will accommodate the 20,000 to 25,000 outpatient and non-
emergency visits annually as well as an estimated 12,500 people accessing ultra sound,
lab, pre-admittance clinics and pulmonary functions visits.
Patients will receive services in a modem, comfortable environment that respects the
individual's privacy and ensures confidentiality. No longer will the needs of caring for
these patients be placed on hold while space and resources required for caring for real
emergency situations take priority. Relocation of the Ambulatory Care Centre will
provide a more appropriate environment for patients, nursing staff and physicians.
By this action the number of visits to the existing Emergency services areas will be
reduced by 40%, allowing those who require true emergency care to access the resources
they need. ER staff and space will be dedicated to emergency care in a modemized and
more functional facility. Patients will experience improved quality of care, reduced
waiting times, a more comfortable and confidential environment, from registration
through to treatment.
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Creating an Emerging Technologies Fund
$1 million required
STEGH is considering the establishment of an Emerging Technologies Fund. Medical
professionals can treat illness faster and more accurately than ever before due to rapidly
changing technology. The best opportunity for a cure is early diagnosis and treatment,
but to provide the best care, we need to give our health professionals safe, reliable
equipment.
Technical medical equipment has a natural lifespan of five to ten years. Equipment that is
exhausted from daily use must be replaced. To stay ahead and quickly adopt new
treatments and diagnostic tools, we must have a pool of resources to purchase equipment
quickly. Our Emerging Technologies Fund, conceptualized as an endowment fund, will
seek to raise $1 million. Investment income from the fund will provide approximately
$75,000 in annual funding for the purchase of equipment. And we are committed to
constantly working on further growth of the Emerging Technologies Fund long into the
future. This is just the beginning.
Meeting the Challenge
The redevelopment of our Emergency and Ambulatory Care departments is estimated to
cost $6 million. The Hospital has requested approval from the Ministry of Health and
Long Tenn Care in order to proceed with this major service improvement as soon as
possible. The Hospital's application has requested 50% Ministry funding for the project.
This leaves $3 million to be provided locally for the project. Coupled with $1 million to
be raised for the Emerging Technologies Fund, the STEGH Foundation is seeking to
raise a minimum of $4 million in community support to ensure that the citizens of our
community are afforded access to the best possible care they deserve.
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FEB-18-21211212 12:1216
CANADA TRUST
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Dear Members of Council,
RE: 2002 STETA Fundina
On Behalf of the members of the St Thomas - Elgin Tourist Association I would like to take
this opportunity to thank you for your dedication and support of tourism over the past several years.
Without your support, we would not have been able to enjoy the tremendous success and growth of
tourism that we have expeñenced in recent years.
In 2002 we will maintain our budget at the same level as 2001 and we would request that
you support us at the same level of $35,550. With the recent addition of a Tourism Coordinator we
hope to improve our membership base and acquire addition tourism grants in the coming year.
When we successfully attain these goals we believe our funding requirements will improve.
Than!:. you in advance for your continued support.
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Dave R. McAdams
Acting President
St.Thomas - Elgin Tourist Association
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2002 BudŒet
Revenue
Grants
County of Elgin
City of S1. Thomas
Human Resources Canada
Membership Fees
Total
EXDenses
Membership Communications
Advertising
Local Event Promotion
STET A Sponsored Events
Operating Expenses
Office Supplies
Telephone
Insurance
Postage
401 Info Centre Maintenance
Wages
Students
P.03/03
Marketing Plan 2002
$35,550.00
SI0,200.00
$ 4,000.00
$ 8,000.00
S57,750.00
$ 3,600.00
$17,500.00
SI4,000.00
S 9,000.00
$ 250.00
S 1,500.00
S 900.00
$ 1,000.00
$ 1,000.00
$ 9,000.00
Total Expenses
$ 57,750.00
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March 14, 2002
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Linda Veger
County of Elgin Treasurer
450 Sunset Drive
St. Thomas, Ontario, N5R 5VI
Dear Ms Veger:
Re: Grant Consideration
Enclosed is a detailed budget for the Talbot Settlement Bi-Centennial. All figures in bold indicate
committed funds (income/expenses). As oftoday we have committed funds amounting to $49,460
(City of LondoQ$2!\,960, City of St. Thomas $14,000 Fundraising and Historical Societies
$6,500). Some of these funds come with strings attached i.e. the City of London specifically
allocated funds for the restoration of the film "Here Will I Nest" ($14,440), the fees for one tall
ship ($7,800), the Talbot Exhibition at Eldon House ($6,000) and the Middlesex Militia Muster
($750). The Elgin Historical Society has specifically allocated all of their funds amounting to
$3,500 to paying for the rental of Fanshawe College St. Thomas and the entertaimnent for the
Living History Conference. The Bi-Centennial Committee has allocated $1,500 for the printing
of 10,000 colour post cards. The total of designated expenditures amounts to a total of $33,960.
This leaves a balance of$15,500 that has not been specifically designated. The Bi-Centennial
Committee has allocated the balance of the funds toward income generating projects, the limited
edition print, programs and personnel (some that need to be booked in advance). However, you will
note that we have over spent by $680.
The projected income :!Tom gate receipts is specifically geared to TyrconnelI where there is
controlled access to the encampment and one Re-enactment. TIle Battle of Georgian Bay
also had only one controlled access location at Discovery Harbour in Penetanguishene. No fees
were charged for the Re-enactment at Balm Beach, or Midland Harbour. No fees will be
charged for the Raid on St. Thomas or Port Stanley. The guestimate for gate receipts is based
on 6,000 people paying $5 per person (2,000 people per day visiting TyrconnelI) this is currently
what the statistics are for the Battle of The Longwoods, which takes place at the Longwoods
Conservation area near Delaware. We are being very conservative, due to a number offactors,
the weather being the primary one. Larger crowds will gather in St. Thomas and even larger
ones in Port Stanley especially with an amphibious battle involving one or more tall ships. We need
as much exposure and promotion as possible to make this event a priority for tourists as well as the
people in our own back yard. We need not only your financial assistance but also your commitment
to serve as ambassadors in promoting our Settlements Bi-Centennial.
Sincerely,
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The Reverend Nick Wells
Bi-Centennial Chair
1-519-786-3395
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TALBOT SETTLEMENT BI-CENTENNIAL BUDGET
INCOME
City of London HMCC Grant $28,960
City ofSt. Thomas 14,000
Elgin County 15,000
Re-Enactment Gate Receipts 30,000
Fundraising 35,000 (total to date $3,000)
Historical Societies 3,500
Total Income $129,460
EXPENSES
International Plowing Match (Glencoe)
Site fee $ 500
Transportatìon-' 350
Honorariums 500
Sub. Total $ 1,350
Living History Conference (St. Thomas)
Keynote speaker Video $ 4,500
Site rental 2,500
Honorariums for presenters 1,500
Food and Food Services 1,000
Music and Instructor for Ball 1,000
Sub-Total $10,500
Talbot Settlement Founding Re-Enactment (port Stanley)
Long Boat rental $ 500
Band( s) 1,000
Horse and Carrage 350
Reception 1,000
Sub-Total $ 2,850
Military Grand Encampment (Tyrconnell)
Tent Rentals
Food
Wood, Straw, Water, Ice
Liability Insurance
Portable Toilets
Fife and Drum Band
Signage
Miscellaneous
Licence fee for Tavern
Sub-Total
$ 6,000
3,000
3,200
1,800
1,800
2,500
1,000
1,000
500
$20,800
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Raid on St. Thomas and Port Stanley
Bus Rental 8,500
Tall Shipes) $ 7,800
Long Boats 1,500
Liability Insurance 1,800
Sub-Total
Brock's Landing (Rondeau)
Wood, Straw, Water, Ice
Liability Insurance
Portable Toilets
Food
Signage
Sub-Total
$1,200
900
800
1,000
500
Middlesex Militia Muster (London)
Food ($375 each year) $ 750
Sub-Total
Bi-Centennial Work of Art
Artist fee
Original work
Prints
Sub-Total
$1,000
5,000
1,500
$19,600
$ 4,400
$ 750
$ 7,500
Exhibitions
Eldon House London $ 6,000
Elgin Pioneer Museum 1,000
Edison Museum 1,000
Backus-Page House 1,000
Babby House Windsor 2,000
Sub-Total $ 11,000
Film
Film Restoration $14,440
Sub-Total $ 14,440
Promotion
Post Cards (10,000) $ 1,500
Brochure (20,000) 10,000
Advertising 9,000
Merchandise 8,000
Sub-Total $28,500
Administration
Mail $ 2,500
Photocopy 2,500
Phone 800
Sub-Total $ 5,800
Total Expenses
Variance
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$127,490
$ 1,970+
REPORTS OF COUNCIL AND STAFF
March 26th. 2002
Staff Reports - (ATTACHED)
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11 Emergency Services Co-Ordinator - Support of County of Renfrew Petition
Ministry of the Environment Circumventing
the Court Protocol (ATTACHED)
12 Manager of Library Services - Additional Staff Hours and Open Hours for the
Aylmer Library (ATTACHED)
Director of Homes and Seniors Services - Volunteer Lunches (will be faxed on
Friday)
Manager of Information Services - Firewall - IT Systems Security Measure (will be
faxed out Friday) (SEt=. ..!fi-Ú""¡£¡¿A í-fGJf.NÙ/1)
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REPORT TO COUNTY COUNCIL
FROM:
Karen Dunn, Emergency Measures Co-ordinator
DATE:
18 March 2002
SUBJECT:
Support for County of Renfrew Petition
Ministry of the Environment Circumventing the Court Protocol
INTRODUCTION
Attached is a petition from the County of Renfrew requesting Council's support. This petition deals
with the recent Ministry of the Environment's application to implement a Notice of Administrative
Penalty for three environmental statutes - the Environmental Protection Act, the Ontario Water
Resources Act, and the Pesticides Act. This would permit the Ministry to impose penalties of up to
$10,000 per day to violators.
DISCUSSION:
If this proposal is approved:
· The Ministry will be allowed to charge and collect on all penalties associated with the three
Acts.
· The Ministry will be collecting the fines, drawing from revenues that should rightfuiJy be coming
to Elgin's Provincial Offences Offices. Our Memorandum of Understanding with the Attorney
General for the transfer of the Provincial Offences Office and Court will be violated. The MOU
clearly states that we are the recipients of all Provincial Offences charges in Elgin and St.
Thomas.
· The integrity of justice will be violated. In our judicial system a violator is 'innocent until proven
guilty'. Under this proposal a violator is guilty and must pay the Ministry. A tribunal will be
established for appeals, which is a duplication of what is already in place in our courts.
RECOMMENDATION:
THAT County Council support the County of Renfrew in its request to the Government of Ontario to
quash the proposed policy (Reference - EBR Registry Number:PA02E0001); and,
THAT the Government of Ontario be urged to honour it's commitment of working with its Municipal
Partners across the Province of Ontario in accordance with the signed Memorandum of
Understanding entered into between the parties; and,
THAT the City of St. Thomas Council be encouraged to support the County of Renfrew's request.
Respectfully Submitted
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Karen Dunn
Emergency Measures Coordinator
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Mark McDonald
Chief Administrative Officer
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REPORT TO:
Members of County Council
FROM:
Cathy Bishop,
Manager of Library Services
DATE:
March 14, 2002
SUBJECT:
ADDITIONAL STAFF HOURS AND OPEN HOURS
FOR THE AYLMER LIBRARY
INTRODUCTION/BACKGROUND:
County Council approved a report in April 2001 requesting that the Aylmer Library be
permitted to increase their open hours from 42 hours a week to 45.5 hours a week with
no additional staff or cost to the County. Staff was directed to measure the impact with
any suggestions or recommendations and report back to Council in 2002.
DISCUSSION:
Aylmer Library has 26% of the total circulation for all branch libraries in Elgin County.
Internet usage in the Aylmer Library has increased from approximately 500 people per
month to 600 people per month. Aylmer Library currently has 1 full-time Supervisor and
4 part-time staff working approximately the maximum number of hour's (24) allowed
under the Collective Agreement. All staff in Aylmer receives between 4 to 5 weeks
vacation which makes it difficult to cover for vacations and sick time.
As the level of service and the demand for information steadily continues to increase,
staff would suggest that the Aylmer Library be permitted to increase their open hours
and hire 1 additional part-time person for 15 hours a week.
PRESENT OPEN HOURS
SUGGESTED INCREASE IN OPEN
HOURS
Mon.
Tues., & Thurs.
Friday, & Sat.
10:00 - 8:30
10:00 - 8:30
10:00 - 5:00
Mon.
Tues. & Thurs.
Friday, & Sat.
9:30 - 8:30
9:30 - 8:30
9:30 - 5:00
TOTAL
OPEN HOURS
45.5
48
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Addition Staff & Open Hours
For Aylmer Library
Staff has reviewed the option of having a current part-time position made full time. It is
more cost efficient to hire a part time person for 15 hours a week. This would provide
the library with additional staff hours of work at a lesser cost and would assist with
vacation coverage and sick-time.
CONCLUSION:
As the level of service and the demand for information steadily continues to increase,
staff would suggest that the Aylmer Library be permitted to increase their open hours
and hire 1 additional part-time person for 15 hours a week at a cost of $8,529 including
benefits.
RECOMMENDATION:
THAT the Aylmer Library be permitted to increase their open hours from 45.5 hours a
week to 48 hours a week effective April, 2002 and;
THAT the Aylmer Library be permitted to hire 1 additional staff person at 15 hours a
week effective April, 2002 at a cost of approximately $8,529 including benefits and,
That the amount be included in the 2002 library budget.
Respectfully Submitted
Approved for Submission
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Cathy Bis p ~
Manager of Library Services
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Chief Administrative Officer
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REPORT TO COUNTY COUNCIL
FROM: Helen Notte, Director of Homes and Seniors Services
DATE: March 26, 2002
SUBJECT: Volunteer Recognition
INTRODUCTION
National Volunteer Week in 2002 will be celebrated April 21 to 27. As in previous years,
planned activities at each Home will showcase the tremendous contributions to Residents
by our volunteers.
DISCUSSION:
Seventy (70) members of the Ladies Auxiliaries provide tireless hours of emotional and
fund-raising support for the Residents of our Homes. In recognition of these outstanding
contributions, several activities are planned. These include:
~ A luncheon at Terrace Lodge on Wednesday, April 3; at Elgin Manor April 16; and, at
Bobier Villa April 25;
~ Mr. Stewart Burberry, the Homes' Supervisor of Leisure Time and Activities, will be
the guest speaker; his topic is 'Exercise for Older Adults'; .
~ The Volunteer Appreciation activities will be included on the County's soon-to-be-
launched web page and in the local media;
We hope that a representative of Council will be able to attend each luncheon to bring
greetings on behalf of the County.
In addition to the luncheons for the Auxiliaries, during the remainder of April, the Homes
will honour other volunteers who provide support to our Residents. It would be desirable
to provide each volunteer with a pin as a token of our appreciation.
CONCLUSION:
Activities are being planned in April to recognize and thank our Auxiliaries and other
volunteers for their tremendous contributions to the Residents of our Homes.
RECOMMENDATION:
THAT the Director of Homes and Seniors Services be authorized to arrange the Auxiliary
luncheons, and purchase pins according to the Purchasing Policy.
Respectfully Submitted
£idwá~
Helen L. Notte
Director of Homes and Seniors Services
Approved for Submission
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Mark McDo
Chief Administrative Officer
CORRESPONDENCE - March 26. 2002
Items for Consideration
1. Municipality of Grey Highlands, requesting a financial contribution for an Ontario
Divisional Court appeal against the OMB ruling that "water taking is not a land use".
(ATTACHED)
2. Janice McKinnon, Assistant to the CAO/Clerk, Township of Ramara, requesting
support of a resolution asking the Provincial Government to reconsider privatization of
Hydro One and deregulation of the energy market. (ATTACHED)
3. Kevin Bain, City Clerk, Town of Brantford, with a resolution concerning the funding of
primary health care and Nurse Practitioner positions in a variety of settings across the
Province. (ATTACHED)
4. Cliff Evanitski, Chairman, Long Point Region Conservation Authority, with copy of
correspondence to the Minister of Natural Resources regarding the development of a
provincial water policy for Ontario. (ATTACHED)
5. Mayor Peter Ostojic, City of St. Thomas, with copy of correspondence to the
Assistant Deputy Minister, Ministry of Transportation, concerning signage on Highway
#401. (ATTACHED)
6. Honourable Cam Jackson, Ministry of Citizenship, with nomination forms and
guidelines for the Community Action Awards for 2002. (ATTACHED)
7. Jayne Francis, Program Manager, Turner House, requesting a grant to help fund the
residential facility for recovery from severe eating disorders. (ATTACHED)
8. Jack Layton, Presidemt, Federation of Canadian Municipalities, with a resolution
requesting support of the ratification of the Kyoto Protocol. (ATTACHED)
9. Louise Gartshore, City Clerk, City of Woodstock, with a resolution requesting the
Province to strengthen Canada's system of sentencing, corrections and parole and
release. (ATTACHED)
10. Louise Gartshore, City Clerk, City of Woodstock, with a resolution requesting the
Province to allocate the revenues being distributed by the Ontario Trillium Foundation
on a per capita basis to the local municipalities for distribution. (ATTACHED)
11. Elgin Federation of Agriculture, with invitation to Farm Forum at the New Sarum
Diner, April 5, 2002 at 9:15 A.M. (ATTACHED)
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Please circulate to: John R. Wilson
206 Toronto Street South, Unit 1,
Community Services Centre, P.O. Box 409,
Markdale, ON NOC 1 HO
Telephone: 519-986-2811
Fax: 519-986-3643
email: info@arevhighlands.ca
March 12, 2002
The Municipality of Grey Highlands, on behalf of the Grey Association for Better Planning, is requesting your
support for an Ontario Divisional Court appeal that is of provincial significance and is asking other
municipalities for a small financial contribution.
The appeal is against an OMB ruling that ''water taking is not a land use" and the excluding at the hearing
of evidence on the potential environmental impacts of water taking.
The ruling was based on the Chair's assertion that water could be considered a "food" and can therefore
be considered an agricultural product. The OMB decision had overturned the refusal of Grey County for an
official plan amendment and the former Township of Artemesia for an amendment to the Beaver Valley
Official Plan and Zoning By-law and allowed an exception under agriculture for the setting up of a
commercial water st()rage facility on agricultural land.
A local planning association, the Grey Association for Better Planning (GABP), successfully sought leave
to appeal the OMS decision before the Ontario Divisional Courts on the basis of two errors in law:
1. In finding that water taking is not a land use; and
2. In refusing to apply sections of the Official Plan related to the taking of water
This case is of provincial importance in that if the appeal is successful, water taking will be viewed as a land
use. This may give municipalities the jurisdiction to apply planning considerations to proposed water taking
locations, treating water taking in much the same way as aggregate extraction.
Conversely, if the OMS decision stands, then municipalities wìII have no jurisdiction over where waterJaking
activities are located, and may be unable to enforce official plan provisions with regard to the environmental
impacts of the water taking once a permit to take water has been issued.
GASP is represented by Mr. Rod Northey of Birchall Northey, Barristers and Solicitors. In addition to
successfully seeking leave to appeal on GASP's behalf, Mr. Northey recently won an OMB decision in 01'0-
Medonte regarding a water bottling facility.
GABP is an association with limited resources and approached the Municipality of Grey Highlands for
financial support in its appeal of the OMS decision. Grey Highlands has made a contribution to support
GABP and because of the provincial significance ofthis case is forwarding a request on GABP's behalf to
every municipality in Ontario. A small contribution of $400 from each municipality to assist in this precedent
setting case would be appreciated.
Please make contributions to the Grey Association for Better Planning (GABP), Box 312, Flesherton,
Ontario NOC 1 EO.
"This is a paid announcement and ,'Iews and comments exp~essed hereif 'ge not necessarny endorsed by AMCTO"
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~.~ 1.'111\ Corporation ofThl\ Township ofJb.m91"â
~~~t F.O.Box130
\¡~ BRECmN, ON LOK IBO
(705) 484-5374 email: \.1llJlara@.townshljHa....ra.on.ea
TO: MunicipaJ Clerks in All Ontario MunicipaJities
BE.: R~oRt For EndQWlnl3l1t of Resolution R_j.D&J~!'ivati:zatlon of Hvdro One
111e Couo,,;! ( f J:¡~ Township ofRamara. at their Council meeting on Monday, March 11, 2002,
p~5sed the fOllowing resolution:
WHERFAS the T ownsbip of Ramara received a deputation fi'onl one of its
residents conœmJ;¡g hydro deregulation;
AND WHEREAS Township resident, Mr. Maurice McMillan was supported
in his concern by approximately 50 people:
AND WHEREAS the doubt about tlw pl'Ïvatlzation of .Hydro One and the
Sl,ICoess of the deregulation of the enerID' market contio.ues to ¡¡OW in the
mind oftl¡o public;
AND \VHEREAS the public continues to be concerned about substantial
increa$es in the cost of electricity, th.e Cúst of distribution, the loss of
industrial jobs and the possibility of blackouts;
AND WHEREAS this munioipal Coum:iI shares similar concerns;
NOW niEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that WI1 ask the ProvÏJ1cial
Government to œcoIlSÍder its decision to privatize Hydro Oile and
deregulate the enêrgy market;
AND THAT WI1 notify the Province and our MPP, Garfield Dunlop, of this
l'eSO]¡ltìon.
AND 1'1IATthis resolution be forward.,d to municipaliû~ provil1ce-wìde and
tho Associati<:m of Municipalities of O!'ltarlo for endorsement.
Cmied,
Pl~"a!c fOI'WtII'd this resolution to your Council for their consideration.
YOllrs truly,
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Assistant to Ù1Q CAO/Clatk
Township ofR<In1¡¡¡-a
"fhlo; m3tßrbl .is: pl"o'\lider! under contract JlS A ¡mid service by Lhe orlg1n:atiflg organlza.tjQn, and does not
~c«:.>}":¡tily rcl1l:cl. the views or pOsitiDßS of ttll1. A~'::i¡)di1ti()n of Muolcipnlîtil!5 of OnÛlJio- (AMO), Us
~t1b:sidial'Y cQmpMi~. ofliccrs. dirc:etor:: or ;¡¡~cnl'i.
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March 12, 2002
TO: MUNICIPAL CLERKs IN ALL ONTARID MUNICIPALITIES
RE: REQUEST FOR ENDORSATION OF RESOLUTION ON NURSE PRACTIONERS
The following resolution was adopted by Brantford City Council on Marcil 11, 2002 and by Brant County
Council on March 5. 2002. Would you please arrange for your Council to consider endorsing this
msalution. I am onclosing background Informallon respecting this matter.
WHEREAS timely and effective prlm¡;ry health care has been recognized by the
Federal/Provincial/Territorial Advisory Committee on Health Human Resources (2000) as a cost-effective
and crficient way to build and maintain a healthy cc¡mmunlty; and
WHEREAS many residents of Brantford, Brant County and the Six Nations of the Grand River Territory
are experiencing significant difficulties in accessing prim¡¡ry health care; and
WHI':REAS an efrective primary health care system includes an interdisciplinary team of health Care
professionals who work collaboratlvely to meet the needs of the patient, with each health professional
playing an important and complementary role; and
WHERt".AS primary care reform, including the delivery of primary health care by an interdisciplinary team,
is ¡) priority of the Ontario Ministry of Health & Long Term Care; and
WHf;'RF.AS significfmt barriers exist to the expansion of the role of Nurse Practitioners across the
Province of Ontario;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council request the Ontario Ministry of Health and Long
Term Care to develop mechanisms to allow Nurse Practitioners to practise as members of an
interdisciplinary tGam or indGpendenl/y to the full extent of their licensure and scope of practice, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT a mechanism and appropriate funding be established by the
PrOViI1C¡¡ of Ontario to fund Nurse Practitioner positions in 11 variety of settings across the Province; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT 11 copy of this r",solution be forwarded to all municipalities in Ontario
r.lnd tho Association of Municipalities of Ontario for endorsation.
Yours truly
vjj ~ 1']) "
l~4ÞV.Jav_",
IŒVIN GAIN
CITY CLEHK
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'·H~te~s1.rdl)' rcl1~C! t11c "¡ews or þOsitíon.~ of lhc M;;ocintion of MuniclpalilitS of Onuria (AMOh its
li-Jibsidi:uy cnmp2.nÏ1.·S'. office.s, di.t1..'1:tIH".!¡ Ill" 3}.!CUts.
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BACKGROUNDER: NURSE PRACTITIONERS
The Scptemb~r 2001 Report of the Community Health Care Task Force [Taldng
Cllarge: a Local Solution to the Issues of Primary Health Care ;n Brantford, Brant
County and the Six Nations] included a recommendation to "support the hiring of five
nurse practitioners to work within the community".
Nurse Practitioners are Registered Nurses with Extended Class licenses. The EC
license is an upgrade achieved through a one-year course, which increases an RN's
scope of practice. Nurse Practitioners arc allow~d by legislation to prescribe and
dia\Jnose within a strict set of criteria; most practice in community health seltings.
Nurse Praclilioners ancl physicians most often work in a collaborative practice model of
care which recognizes the practice aLllol1omy of the Nurse Practitioner, while
rnain ¡3ining the necessary physician supporl to provide quality care and deal with
issues beyond the Nurse Practitioner's scope of expertise.
Bringing five Nurse Practitioners to the community would add the capacity to care for
3,000 to 4,000 more patients in Brant County. Nurse Practitioners would work in
collaborative practice with physicians to increase access for people without access to
primary health care. l'hey could serve those with many routine ailments, thereby
creating more capacity for physicians to see other patients, and reducing ER visits.
Other locôl governments funded Nurse Practitioners in an independent practice model
because of bmriers to provincially funded payment for Nurse Practitioner services.
Prcsentiy, the only permanent salaried Nurse Practitioners in Ontario are employed by a
Community Health Centre, Aboriginal Health Centre, or in other pilot projects funded by
the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care. The latter include long-term care facilities,
public health units, hospitals or physicians funded through a "transfer-payment agency".
This funding, available via limited "Requests for Proposals" totals $10 million annually
for 106 positions.
With group physician practice models being encouraged by the current government,
adding Nurse Practitioners to coll¡¡borato with our physicians should position Brant
County to access future governmGnt support of this model. The attached resolution is
intGnded to encourage the provincial government to accelerate its plans for further
funding and integrating nurse practitioners inlo the primary health care field.
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11ct'~~:lrIly rCné\':t ~e ,'Jews or p~iì¡otl9 of theA-<;wt:Ì:.Llion or MuniclpaliLies of Onlari~ (AMO). Us
:õu~;~ù!.n1' t<1rnpUilIlJG' oftk.¡,<i'S. dlre-ctors or ~~en $.
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LONG POINT REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY
R.R.#3, Simcoe, Ontario N3Y 4K2· Phone: (519) 428-4623 Fax: (519) 428-1520
E-mail: conservation@lprca.on.ca . Web Site: http://www.lprca.on.ca
February 28, 2002
The Honourable John Snobelen
Minister of Natural Resources
Whitney Block, 6fu Floor, Room 6630
99 Wellesley Street West
Toronto, Ontario
M7A 1W3
MAR 13 2002
Dear Mr. Minister:
At its meeting of February 6, 2002, our Board considered correspondence from the Credit Valley Conservation Authority, one
of our sister conservation authorities within Conservation Ontario, regarding the need for the development of a provincial water
policy for Ontario. All of us within the conservation authority movement recognize that management of this precious resource
has in the past been, and continues today to be done in a fragmented way by several ministries and various other agencies,
including ourselves. Without anyone lead ministry and overall strategy for the protection and conservation of water, the jOb has
not been done as effectively as it should, and we have been faced with crises such as Walkerton and the drought of 2001.
We recognize and applaud efforts by the Province in establishing the Provincial Low Water Response Program, and the
Provincial Groundwater Monitoring Network over the past two years. The establishment of the "provincial water directors'
committee' has b~n a positive move by your government. Special provincial funding of groundwater studies has ~een and
continues to be effective. This'conservation authority has shown interest änd leadership locally in all of these programs and
others, but there still remains this underlying concern within our movement and across the Province that a comprehensive plan
and strategy for water is needed, would be supported and would better protect the resource.
Water is truly everyone's concern, and does not respect political boundaries or bureaucratic jurisdictions. We need the Province
to take the lead in getting all water stakeholders to work together to develop and embrace a province-wide and watershed-based
strategy for the protection and conservation of our water.
We urge you to take action on this initiative with your Cabinet colleagues and the government. The conservation authorities of
Ontario and the people of Ontario will strongly support such leadership from the Province. We would welcome the opportunity
to discuss this issue with you and your Parliamentary Assistant, our MPP Toby Barrett, at your convenience.
Yours trui';\ , "
Cliff Evan
Chairman
cc:
The Hon. Elizabeth Witmer, Minister of the Environment
The Hon. Brian Coburn, Minister of Agriculture, Food & Rural Affairs
Toby Barrett, MPP, Haldimand-Norfolk-Brant
Steve Peters, MPP, Elgin
Ernie Hardeman, MPP, Oxford
Member Municipalities within the Long Point Region Conservation Authority
Peter Krause, Chairman, Conservation Ontario
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A member of the Conservation Ontario Network
OFFICE OF THE MAYOR
'l1~cÖ¡¡p<ji\'¡;'#<){'",¡£¿¡ri;tIF
ST. THOMAS
54S-¡alþQlSqeer·... 1>;ŒBox520,Gity:Halr·. $C Thomas,Ontâífo -N5:P3V7
Tel: (519) 631-1680 or Fax: (519) 633-9019
March 8, 2002
Mr. Carl A. Hennurn, P. Eng.
Assistant Deputy Minister
Operations Division
Ministry of Transportation
Ferguson Block, 3rd Floor
77 Wellesley Street West
Toronto, Ontario M7A IZ8
MAR 1 3 2002
Dear Mr. Hennurn:
I wish to thank you for taking the time to meet with Alderman Tom Johnston and myself at the
recent ROMA Annual General Meeting. As you explained to us at that time, you felt it would be
pmblematic to have additional lower tier signs put up throughout Elgin County on Hwy. 401 if there
was to be a joint S1. ThomaslElgin County sign put up. Further, I understand that there could even
be a problem if there was to be signage established along Hwy. 401 for each ofthemenìber
municipalities on which the highway passes through.
I would appreciate it if you would provide me with a letter confirn1ing the. Ministry's position on
this matter so that we may take this back before Elgin County Council for their reexamination of the
issue and hopefully their endorsement of having a joint decorative sign placed in proximity to the
Hwy. 401 - No.4 Interchange.
Yours truly,
~~
Peter Ostojic
Mayor
.c.c: Warden John Wilson, County of Elgin
Mark McDonald, Adìninistrator, County of Elgin
Robert Wheeler, General Manager, St. Thomas Economic Development Corporation
Roy Main, Adìninistrator, City of S1. Thomas
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St. Thomas - Proud Partner In Ontario's Promise
The Partnership For Children And Youth
Ministry of Citzenship
Ministère des Affaires civiques
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Ontario
Minister
Ministre
6th Floor
400 University Avenue
Toronto ON M7A 2R9
Tel.: (416) 325-6200
Fax: (416) 325-6195
6e étage
400 avenue University
Toronto ON M7A 2R9
Tél.: (416) 325-6200
Téléc.: (416) 325-6195
March 2002
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Dear Friends:
I arn pleased and honoured to announce the Community Action Awards for 2002.
Through these awards, the Province of Ontario recognizes individuals who have endeavoured
to improve the lives of persons with disabilities and make Ontario a better place. I invite you
to participate by nominating a deserving individual who has made a difference for persons
with disabilities in Ontario.
Each spring, 15 Ontarians are chosen to receive the Community Action Award. These are
individuals who have made a significant contribution to their communities by promoting
integration and independence; showing commitment and dedication to developing the potential
of persons with disabilities and improving their quality of life; and demonstrating leadership in
preventing and removing barriers that impede the full participation of persons with disabilities
in our society.
The deadline for returning the nomination form is April 19, 2002.
For further information, contact Ontario Honours and Awards at the Ministry of Citizenship:
(416) 314-7526. .
Thank you for taking the time to nominate a deserving individual for a 2002 Community
Action Award.
Sincerely,
Carn Jackson
Minister
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TURNER HOUSE
1453 RICHMOND ST. LONDON, ON
N6G 2Ml
PH. 519.858.5084
March 5, 2002
WardenJohnR. Wlison
County of Elgin
450 Sunset Dr.
St. Thomas, ON
N5R 5Vl
Mr. Warden:
Turner House is a residential facility for young women recovering from severe eating disorders. This is
the only facility of its kind in this region. The house opened October 1, 2001, on the grounds of Westminster
College, University of Western Ontario.
The house, which falls under the auspices of Eating Disorders Foundation of Canada, a registered
charity, opened earlier than originally p1anned, because of enormous demand for its vital services. As a reswt,
an established fundrnising progrnm was not yet in place. Such a program, supported entirely by volunteers, is
now being rapidly established. However, until long-term fundraising programs come into effect within a few
months, the house is urgendy in need of short-term financial assis~ce to provide the full range pf much-
needed therapy and support to its four residents.
Ideally, the house wonld be funded by Ontario Ministry of Health. It is a much more cost-effective
program than established alternatives, as OUI attached business plan indicates. We would ask you to pass a
resolution of support for the house and its mission to pass onto the ministry as we continue to seek funding.
We would also ask that Elgin County council consider providing a leadership grant of two cents per
capita, or approximately $1,000, to aid the house to fulfill its commitments to its residents. Elgin should have
a special interest in Turner House. Two of the first four residents are from the county, and a third is formerly
from Elgin.
Please, "Put Your Two Cents Worth In.'' With Elgin County's leadership, we hope to obtain grants from
all other district upper-tier governments.
We would be pleased to provide a speaker to address one of your meetings, if required, during your
consideration of this request.
Sincerely,
Jayne Francis BSe. (REc.)
Program Manager
Turner House
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Turner House
Turner House
Westminster College, University ofWestem Ontario
1453 Richmond St.
London ONN6G 2M1
Ph. 519.858.5084
e-mail info@tumerhouse.ca
Proposal and Marketing Plan
Eating DisonIer
of Canada
A transition house for recovery from eating disotders
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Turner House Marketing Plan
Restoring the opportunity for fulfilling lives
Objective
To provide support and treatment to young women with life-
threatening eating disorders in both a residential environment and
through community outreach so they can fulfil their potentials to
lead exceptional lives.
Summary
Eating disorders, including anorexia nelVosa, bulimia nelVosa and binge eating, are a
serious and potentially lethal mental disorder affecting about eight percent of the young
female population.
Wrth such a high prevalence rate, over 10,000 women in this geographic region are in
need of treatment, including counseling and support programs.
The mortality rate from eating disorders is as high as 20 percent over a prolonged period.
No programs exist in this region for women over 18 years old who are in the recovery
process. The Turner House at Westminster College, with adequate funding, can provide
an excellent environment for treatment, re-integration into society and the opportunity to
pursue post-secondary education.
Turner House, the prototype for what will become a chain of linked facilities across
Ontario, can facilitate the recovery process in a cost-effective manner. The Ontario
government now pays up to $1,200 US per day to place patients in private therapy clinics
in US facilities because of the lack of treatment capacity here. The charge to residents of
Turner House for room, board and therapy is just $1,500 a month.
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The Financial Challenge
Turner House opened on October 1, 2001 because of a fortuitous circumstance-the
availability of accommodation at Westminster College well-suited to the objectives and
methods of the foundation. Pressure was immense from the families of potential residents
to get the house operating as quickly as possible.
Despite the cost-efficiency of the transition house and the lack of existing programs, the
Ontaño Ministry of Health has not yet approved a payment schedule for trealment at such
a facility. Because of overwhelming need, the house was forced to open despite not
having a proven and established fundraising program in place to subsidize operations.
The families of residents have been hard-pressed by years of expensive therapy and
medication bills, on top of the emotional stress of watching the deteñoration of their
daughters' health as their disorder progressed.
The foundation has established a charge for residents of $1,500 per month. That is
divided between $750 for room and board, and $750 for therapy and related costs.
Residents who can prove financial need are subsidized.
The foundation will not turn away any young woman because she can't afford trealment.
Turner House is in the process of establishing a fundraising program of such breadth and
scope as to assure that every woman who needs trealment gets it, within the set capacity
of our facility.
The initial budget for the house was $150,000 per year. The original fundraising goal was
half that sum, but a more realistic estimate of needs based on actual expeñence would
suggest a target of at least $100,000 annually.
Turner House has managed through frugality and some timely donations to operate duñng
its first five months, though at a reduced program level for the residents.
Despite the absence of some programs, the initial residents are beginning to show signs
of improvement in both their physical and mental health. Through the support and the
unflagging devotion of house manager Jayne Francis, a nutñtion therapist, they have
accepted their disorders and begun to deal with them. The result has been a more positive
mental ouUook and reduced physical complications.
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The Financial Answer
Turner House is now in the process of re-ìnvigoratìng its volunteer structure to facilitate an
ambitious but realistic fundraising campaign.
The campaign will adopt a three-prong approach: short-term, intermediate-term and long-
term funding.
Short-term: Both the public and private sectors will be approached for funding to ensure
that the house, which is currently solvent but hard-pressed for financial resources, does
not fall into debt over the néXt few months.
The key focus in the public sector will be municipal councils. They will be asked to
contribute to the "Give Us Your Two Cents Worth" campaign being coordinated by Rob
Perry. He is a local journalist with 19 years experience reporting on both local politics and
major fundraísing campaigns. He has significant contacts in both fields. Each council will
be asked to contribute two cents per capita toward the funding for the house. That is
expected to contribute between $8,000 and $14,000 to defray operating expenses. These
donations will confirm that local councils are concerned about the prevalence of eating
disorders among young women, and demonstrate their sensitivity toward a gender-
identified issue. Councils will also be asked to adopt resolutions calling on the Ontario
government to study provision of funding for transition houses, as part of the long-term
funding strategy.
In the private sector, existing volunteers who are University of Westem Ontario students
will be organized into an efficient apparatus for raising both money and public awareness,
in coordination with house residents.
Volunteers from the general community will be tapped for further fundraising, both from
businesses and the public. Initial fundraising steps have shown great receptivity towards
the foundation's goals. Perhaps surprisingly to some, males are often demonstrating as
much awareness of the need as females.
The goal for volunteer fundraising will be equivalent to what is being raised from
municipalities. Between them, they should raise from $16,000 to $28,000.
Intermediat....term: A major fundraising event is planned for June. A benefit concert at
London Centennial Hall is being undertaken by Rotary Club of Hyde Park London, the
initial sponsor for the house. The target set by the club is $50,000.
Long.term: The Ontario government will be lobbied éXtensively through the recruitment
of district politicians to a poIitically-altractive cause to provide a schedule of payments for
treatment centres such as Turner House. The cost-effectiveness of such transition houses
will provide an attractive alternative to higher-priced US therapy centres to a government
attempting to economize on heaith-related expenditures.
Corporations, especially those in the food, fashion and public image fields, will be solicited
for long-term donations to the house, to dernonstrate their commitment to a problem of
growing public concern.
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Federation of
Canadian Mnnkipalities
Fédé",tion canadienne
de. municípalités
March 18, 2002
Distribute to: Head and Members of Council; Managers/Clerk
Ratification of the Kvoto Protocol: what's the hot air all about?
When we bum gasoline to drive our cars, natural gas to heat our homes,
coal to make electricity, or cut trees faster than they can be replaced we add
greenhouse gases to the air. Scientists have sounded an alarm: if we don't slow
the amount of pollution going into the air, our climate will change leading to more
extreme weather and disruption to communities.
Some of us are already affected. Warm temperatures in northem
communities like Dawson City are melting the permafrost: buildings are sinking;
winter roads no longer reliable. Our friends in the Prairies are facing another
summer of drought and pest outbreaks. Air quality in southem Ontario has never
been so bad. Extreme winds and storms are affecting communities in the east.
Is this climate change? Scientists say these events are typical of climate
change and thatwe can expect more of the same in the future. Once we change
the climate, there is no turning back.
When faced with an irreversible problem, ifs best to take a precautionary
approach. Thafs what governments did in 1992 when they agreed to the
Framework Convention on Climate Change and again in 1997 when they
negotiated the Kyoto Protocol.
The Kyoto Protocol is a small step in the long road to protecting the
climate and our citizens. It starts to put the brakes on the amount of greenhouse
gas pollution going into the air. The Protocol is flexible and designed to cut
greenhouse gas emissions at the least cost. Can we cut this pOllution without
harming our communities? Yes, we can.
I co-chaired a process on behalf of the Federation of Canadian
Municipalities (FCM) in 1998 that looked at what municipal govemments could do
to cut greenhouse gas pollution. We found that using energy more efficiently,
capturing landfill gas, diverting organic waste from landfills, and investing in public
transit, renewable energy and community energy systems could save money,
improve the local environment and cut greenhouse gas emissions. This is
sustainable community development.
Ratification of the Kyoto Protocol will improve Canada's productivity and
stimulate innovation. Implementation of the Protocol can be designed to ensure
that no industry or sector suffers disproportionately. We can design a response
that improves competitiveness, not hurt it.
Missioo Statement
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(".otUlciilar Jack Layton
Toronto. Ontario
Pn:s.i.<knt
l>résidem
Alderman John SdunaI
Ca!gary;.~l:ta
F1tstVÎc.ePresi.dent
Premier vicc:·président
Maire Yvc~ Ducharme
H"n (Qui""')
Second Vice President
Dcuxième ..iœ-pr6¡dau
MavocAnnMac.Le:ut
N';' Glasgow. NQ\7. Scotia
Third Viœ Ptdidenr
Troi'iième vice--pré£ldenœ
Councillor )oaul1IC Monaghan
Kitim:at, Bricish Co/wnhia
Pa..'1t President
PrésidltItte 50rt<U.tt~
Jamts 'W:. Knight
Cb.ie:fExecuri\'eOffi.cer
ehtf de la diœcrion
24 rUl! CJarenl:( Street
Ottawa, Ontario KIN 51'3
'ft (613)241-5221
Qii (6]J)241·7440
federd.cion@fcm.ca
Web siWsite 'web: www.fon.ca
&onomic and Social Policy
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OFFICE OF THE DIRECTOR
OF ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES
City Hall
P.O. Box 40
500 Dundas Street
Woodstock, ON
N4S 7W5
Telephone (519) 539-1291
Fax (519) 539-7705
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Woodstock
March 12, 2002
The County of Elgin
450 Sunset Drive
St. Thomas, Ontario
N5R 5VI
Dear SirlMadam
Re: Support Resolution
The Woodstock City Council approved the following resolution at their meeting held on
March 7, 2002, and requests that this resolution be presented to your Council for
consideration and endorsement.
"That Council supports the recommendations outlined in the Canadian
Police Association fact sheet requesting the Province of Ontario to enact
legislation to strengthen Canada's system of sentencing, corrections,
parole and release;
And further that the Council directs that recommendations be forwarded
to all Ontario municipalities requesting their support. "
Yours truly,
~~
Louise Gartshore, City Clerk
City of Woodstock
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Canadian Police Association
L' Association canadienne des policiers et policières
FACT SHEET
BRING AJ.~ E~1) TO CL VB FED
High profiIe incidents involving the escape and classification of convicted murderers underscore the problems
with Canada's sentencing, prison and parole systems. Canada's police officers are outraged by the lenient
treatment programs offered to violent offenders, and are seeking public support to bring about change.
In the early morning hours of October 7,1993 while on general patro~ Constable Joseph MacDonald conducted
a routine traffic stop. Two male occupants exited the vehicle and a violent physical altercation developed
resulting in the exchange of gunfire. One of the suspects was struck by gunfire trom ConstAble MacDonald but
survived. Constable MacDonald was fatAlly wounded by gunshots to the back of his head whiIe he lay helpless
with his service revolver empty. The two male suspects fled the area in a vehicle and were pursued by officers
and arrested.
Peter Pennett and Clinton Suzack were both charged and convicted of First Degree Murder and received life
sentences without parole for 25 years. During the trial Suzack admitted that he attacked Constable MacDonald,
as he was wanted for escaping trom a halfWay house whiIe on parole. The trial judge recommended that he
spend his entire term in a ma.ximum-security facility due to the nature of the crime and Mr. Suzack's record.
Initial1y Suzack was housed in a maximum-security faciIity. Later he was moved to a medium Se1:urity facility
(JoycevilIe) but was transferred back after being suspected in an escape plot. He was then moved back to
JoycevilIe.
In the Fall of 2001, after serving only six years of a "life sentence", Suzack was moved to William Head
Institution. Corrections' Canada describes William Head as. a medium-security institution lo<.:ated at the
Southern tip ofYancouver Island, approximately 30 kilometers ITom the city ofYictoria.
William Head opened in 1959 as one of Canada's first 'Open Prisons' with a minimum-security classijication. A
total redevelopment completed in 1992 included the consllZlction of residential-style accommodation.
The redevelopment facility has five communities, each consisting of four duplexes and one community building.
The unique physical environment - bordered on three sides by ocean _ and the lack of an electronicillZv
monitored perimeter limits the number of offenders who can be suitably housed at William Head. ... William
Head Institution contains inmares in an environment that promotes and tests responsible. social(v acceptable
behaviour through moderately restricted freedom of movement, association and privileges.
Inmates at William Head can golf, fish, cook their own fish.. play basebal1 and whale watch ITom the resort like
ocean.&ont setting. We contend that this is not an appropriate setting for Canada's most violent and dangerous
offenders to serve their sentences.
This is just one example in a long list of concerns with our nation's sentencing, prison and parole practices.
Other examples:
. In November 2000, James Hutchison, one of Canada's most notorious police killers, literally walked
away trom a civilian escort whiIe on a loosely escorted pass trom his minimum-security institution.
Hutchison had been sentenced to life imprisonment for forcing two police officers to dig their own
graves before being shot execution-style.
. In May 2000, two women convicted of second degree murder for stabbing Toronto Police Constable
Bill Hancox. were found being housed together in a veritable "love shack" behind prison walls.
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· The Ocrober 1999 escape of Gary Fitzgerald. who murdered Huntsville OPP Constable Richard
Verdecchia in 1981 by shooting him 3 times. Verdecchia's låller was declared to have escaped the posh
minimum security FerndaIe Institute in B.C. when he failed to show up for a bed check. .
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· On yfay 31, 1997, Allan McDonald literally walked in a bar and coldly shot OPP officer Thomas Coffin
in the head at point blank range. McDonald. was convicted in May 2000 and sentenced to life
imprisonment Only eight months later he was serving his sentence in a medium security institution.
. On June 251990, repeat parole violator Albert FouIston participates in the murder of Edmonton Police
Constable EzioFàronè: A violent offender with 41 convictions by the age of 21, including anned
robbery and assaulting 3 guards with a knife, FouJston is convicted of Manslaughter and sentenced to 20
years. Despite a record of violence and drug use in prison, Corrections officials continue their efforts to
parole this offender back into the community.
This is not just a problem of how we treat the killers of police officers, but this is indicative of a prison system
that is out of control. Canadians have watched in disgust as Karla Homolka was photographed partying in her
corrections condo. Convicted murderer Colin Thatcher was permitted to keep his horse at his Club Fed resort.
In November of2001 we warned that if changes are not made, tragedy win occur.Unfortunately,we were right
On December 21 200 I, while perfonning a routine traffic stop in RusseI1, Manitoba, Constable Dennis
Strongquill stood between two dangerous parolees and their treedom, and was shot and lålled. Following a 14-
hour manhunt police cornered paroled brothers Robert Sand. 23 and Wayne Sand, 21, and Laurie Ann BeI1, 20.
Danny Sand was shot and kined by police in an exchange of gunfire. Constable StrongquilI, 52, was a 20-year
veteran of the RGv!P, and the father of six children including a six-month-old baby.
The criminal history and release into the community of the two brothers raises very serious questions over the
integrity of our nation's parole system. Robert Sand walked away trom a halfway house on December 12, sb:
weeks after obtaining day parole for a three-year robbery tenn. His brother Danny was released from jail in late
September, after serving two-thirds of a two-year sentence for weapon possession and stolen property.
On Nov. 3, 1 ~~1, Constable Michel Vincent 26, was lålled while responding to an attemptdbank robbery in
Longueuil. His' partner, Constable Serge Gagnon, was wounded by gunfire and remains handicapped. Randan
Tabah was convicted of murder in 1983, and sentenced to life imprisonment with no of parole for 25 years.
Tabal!. now 53, was arrested by police in Victoria B.C. on February 4, 2002 as a suspect in a break-in. He and
another parole violator are accused of obtaining a loaded handgun in a break-in. When police in Victoria ran
his fingerprints through a database, they were shocked to learn he had been convicted of the first-degree murder
of a LongueuiI police officer in 1981 and had been released on parole after serving about 17 years of a liie
sentence. Turns out that Otl lan. 20, 1999,he was deemed eligible for parole through the faint-hope clause and
released, having served ol1Íy 17 years ofhis Sentenèe.
The Canadian Police Association advocates a major review and overhaul of Canada's sentencing, corrections
and parole laws and policies.
IT IS TIME TO BRING AN END TO CLUB FED
FOR :YIORE INFOR."IATION:
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C4NrlDlAN POLICE ASSOCIA TlON
U/ CATHERINE STREET 07TAWA. ONTARiO lOP /0
TEL: (613) 23/-1/68 FA.X: (6/3) 23/-3254 WEB SITE: """.=-acu.ca E-MAIL: info<â·cua-acu.ca
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L' Association canadienne des policiers et policières
FACT SHEET
CLUB FED IS HOME TO CANADA'S MOST
VIOLENT OFFENDERS
By the time the vast majority offenders are sentenced to incarceration in a Federal institution, they
have benefited ftom the leniency that permeates the entire justice system, and are the most violent,
dangerous andJor hardened criminals in the justice system:
· As of 1996, 80 percent of federal inmates are now serving sentences for violent crimes, compared
to 58 percent ten years earlier.
· According to the Auditor General, 500 more offenders were released into the community in 1997-
1998 than the previous year. At the same time, the judiciary is putting proportionately less people
behind bars.
· There is an increased reliance on Community Supervision. which means that only the most violent
and repetitive offenders are sentenced to a Federal term.
As a consequence, the pressure to increase the proportion of Federal inmates on community release
programs translates to an increase in the number of violent and higher risk individuals released into our
communities.
We believe that offenders should be held accountable for the offences they commit. Each victim is
equally important. Unfortunately, the current sentencing and conditional release provisions do not
recogniz~this principle. The lives of subsequent victims become meaningless when our justice system
mils to p[9vide additional consequences for subsequent murders or sexual assaults. This presents a·
significantlssue for police officers, as murder suspects being pursued by the police have nothing to
lose by taláng another life, including that of a police officer, as the sentence and parole ineligibility
period will not change.
Our concerns with the current system are numerous, and include:
· Section 745, the so-called "Faint Hope Clause" of the Criminal Code of Canada, allows
convicted first-degree murderers to apply for. early parole after serving only 15 years in prison.
This is despite the fàct that they have been sentenced to life imprisonment with no eligibility
for parole for 25 years. According to the National Parole Board, 80% of offenders making
application under this clause have been successful. This is a significant concern for police
officers, victims and family members in this country, and we believe this provision should be
repealed. In addition, offenders who commit more than one murder or serious sexual assault
should receive consecutive parole ineligibility periods.
. Offenders serving time for violent crimes are afforded far too much fteedom and comfort in
Canada's resort like tninimum and medium security institutions.
· Correctional Services Canada is obsessively focused on releasing offenders back into the
community, and have even been know to employ quota systems to set release targets for prison
officials. Public safety should not be determined on the basis of mathematical formulas.
· At present, an offender's criminal record and the nature of his crime is not considered in
determining security levels at prisons. We contend that a criminal's crime and criminal record
should be the first consideration, and killers sentenced to life in prison for murder should be
housed in maximum-security institutions until eligible for parole.
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· While offenders have an advocate in the Correctional Investigator, victims have none. Victims
should have access to services, support and information that are equivalent to those provided to
offenders.
· The Corrections system is systematically bypassing the requirements for the parole process, in
favour of the more expedient and CSC controlled Temporary Absence programs. We believe
the gatekeeper role should be returned to its rightful guardians, the National Parole Board.
· Accelerated Parole and Statutoryl~elease have proven to be less successful in reintegrating
offenders into. society; with up to.40percent·· of offenders re-offending: The mechanisms
circùinvént the'role of the Parole Boàrd and have proven to be less successful tban Day Parole
and Full Parole.
· Despite an offender's blatant refusal to participate in rehabilitation programs and repeated
aggressive conduct within the institution, the offender is eligible for automatic release, in the
form of Statutory Release, at the two-thirds point in their sentence. The National Parole Board
can only consider detention if recommended by CSC. The Board has no discretion to detain
offenders based upon their judgment of the facts.
· Community Supervision is insufficient and requires additional attention and resources.
Volunteers, including persons with criminal records, are being drawn upon to provide this
function. This lacks integrity and accountability, and should be eliminated.
· Persons who re-offend while on conditional release should not become eligible for earlier
paro Ie for the new conviction by virtue of their prior crirrùnal record and penal status. This
offers little deterrence for offenders released into the community.
CONCLUSION
Our sentencing, prison, and paro Ie systems require a màjör overhaul, to instill meaningful
consequences for offenders, reinforce public safety,. and instill public confidence in our criminal justice
system.
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RECOMMENDATIONS:
I. First Degree murders should spend a minimum of 25 years in prison, not a club fed, with no
eligibility of parole.
2. Section 745 should be repealed, removing the so-called "faint hope clause" that has allowed
80% of applicant killers to obtain early release.
3. In determining the level of security for serving sentences, an offender's criminal history and
crJ1Ile for which he is sentenced should be the predominant factor.
4. Parliament should convene an independent public inquiry into Canada's sentencing, corrections
and parole systems, for the purpose of identifying measures to provide meaningful
consequences for offenders, reinforce public safety, and instill public confidence.
5. Give victims greater input into decisions concerning sentencing, prison classification, parole
and release.
6. Tighten our laws and prison policies to protect Canadians ITom violent criminals.
FOR MORE INFORMATION:
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CANADL4N POLICE ASSOCL4 nON
141 CATHERINE STI?EET OTJ:4WA. ONTARIO K2P 1C3
TEL: (613) 131-4168 FAX: (613) 231-3254 WEB SITE: ""w.coa-aCU.ca E-MAIL: infolâ'coa-acu.ca
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city of
Woodstock
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OFFICE OF TIffi DIRECTOR
OF ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES
City Hall
P.O" Box 40
500 Dundas Street
Woodstock, ON
N4S 7W5
Telephone (519) 539-1291
Fax(519) 539·7705
March 13, 2002
The County of Elgin
450 Sunset Drive
St. Thomas, Ontario
N5R 5VI
Dear SirIMadam
Re: Support Resolution - Ontario Trillium Foundation
The Woodstock City Council approved the following resolution at their meeting held on March 7, 2002,
and requests that this resolution be presented to your Council for consideration and endorsement.
"That City Council request the Mayor to petition the Province to allocate the revenues being
distributed by the Ontario Trillium Foundation on a per capita basis to the local
municipalities for distribution.
And fùrther that a resolution be circulated to all municipalities in Ontario requesting the
Pfpvince .10 allow the local municipalities to allocate Trillium Funding within their
rìnlj'licipality.
And that Council direct staff to review eligibility requirements of the Trillium Foundation,
and enter into discussions with the local representatives with the goal of providing training
workshops to local organizations and direct assistance to those wishing to apply"
The Ontario Trillium Foundation, established by the provincial government in 1982, is an arm's length
agency of the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Recreation. Since the ten-fold expansion of its budget in
1999, Trillium has become Canada's largest grant making foundation. The Ontario Trillium Foundation
was established to ensure that a portion of the proceeds of the Ontario Lottery Corporation is directed
toward social issues within Ontario. The Ontario Trillium Foundation, an agency of the Ministry of
Tourism, Culture and Recreation, receives annually $100 million of government funding generated
through Ontario's charity casino initiative.
During the provincial fiscal year (April I" 2001 to March 31" 2002) the Thames Valley area was
allocated 3.8 million. The Thames Valley area consists ofthe Counties of Elgin, Middlesex including the
City of London and Oxford. The City of Woodstock has recently reviewed the process for allocating
Ontario Trillium Foundation funding within Woodstock and the remainder of Oxford County. In 2001, óf
the $221,445.00 eligible for distribution, in Woodstock only $50,000.00 was disbursed to Woodstock
organizations. From the information available, we believe that there are eligible programs and projects
that are not being fully utilized due to the nature of the application process.
All municipalities in Ontario have the authority to issue lottery licenses under the criteria that the Alcohol
and Gaming Commission have established through their policy manual. In 1998, a program kno;vn as the
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"Advance Funding Program" allowed the municipality to accept, evaluate and make recommendations on
which organizations should receive the funding. The criteria to be used was very similar to the process
for administering lottery events. The municipality was allocated a specific amount of funding on a per
capita basis. . The "Advance Funding Program" was the method chosen for the first year that Ontario
Trillium Foundation allocated funds. . After the municipality made a recommendation, the applications
were then re"evah¡àted by provinCia.! staff, which was a duplièation of effort.
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The New MuiÜciþälAct pàssed by the Province tobe~ome effective on January I" 20Ö3 was passed by
the legislature to provide the tools that local municipalities require to bè self governing and responsible
for their sphere of jurisdiction. Given that the Province supports the concept that the local muniCipalities
should be able to govern their jurisdiction, it would seem appropriate that local municipalities should be
allocated on a per capita basis, that portion of the Trillium funds which is set aside for social issues within
their municipality. The local municipality could then distribute those funds to charitable and non-profit
organizations. Municipal CounCil and staff have more knowledge of the merits of a proposed project,
local issues and the organizations that are promoting these projects than a foundation comprised of
provincial staff.
The City of Woodstock requests the support of your council in requesting the Province to allocate, on a
per capita basis, the funds or a portion of the funds being administered by the Ontario Trillium
Foundation from the proceeds of the Ontario Lottery Corporation for allocation to charitable and! or non
profit organizations within the municipality.
In snmmary the benefits to this request are:
· Reduced duplication of effort for the organization and the municipality as the documentation
is the same or similar to documentation on file for administering lottery events;
· Municipal Council's have more knowledge of the merits of a proposed project, local
preferences and the organizations;
· Consistent with the intent of the New Municipal Act;
· Ability to co-ordinate projects to compliment the needs of the municipality.
CounCil is seeking the consideration of your municipal Council regarding this issue. Should your Council
support this request, we ask that a copy be forwarded to your Member of Parliament, the Minister of
Tourism, Culture and Recreation, and this office. Thank you for your consideration of this matter.
Yours truly,
~~
Louise Gartshore, City Clerk
City of Woodstock
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MAR I í! 2002
c/o Ruby Silcox, Sec. Treas
R.R.#3, Shedden, Ont., NOL 2EO
.(519)769-2362; Fax: (519)769-2161
or
Elgin Agriculture Centre
Tues & Thurs, 11 am to 3 pm
(519)633-0114
March 14, 2002
INVITATION to Warden John Wilson and Members of Elgin County Council
Re: Elgin Federation of Agriculture's Farm Forum
to be held at the
NEW SARUM DINER
APRIL 5,2002
On behalf of the Elgin Federation of Agriculture, I would like to invite you and County
Council to our Annual Farm Forum as noted above.
We are pleased to announce that our guest speaker this year will be Roger George who
is head of the Odessey group iooking at the restructuring of farm organizations.
There will be an opportunity for organizations to make a 3 to 5 minute presentation
regardmg what is going on with their commodity as well as participating in a question and answer
session with Roger George. Although he isn't a scheduled speaker, Bob Beddgood, the past
president of the Christian Farmers Federation of Ontario will hopefully be in attendance.
As the role of our farm organizations changes, we need to be informed about the
possibilities and to make comments so that the changes are beneficial to all farmers.
We hope that you and other Council members can be present on Apri151h so that we can
have another farm forum with a good interchange of ideas between organizations and policital
leaders.
This meeting starts at 9:15 and includes lunch so it gives a chance to talk in both formal
and informal settings. Cost oflunch will be $10 payable at the door. Please reply to Ruby Silcox
by April 3rd whether or not you will be attending.
The Elgin Federation of Agriculture looks forward to your participation and input into this
meeting.
Sincerely,
~~~4.
DM:rgs
Don Miller, President
Elgin Federation of Agriculture
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CORRESPONDENCE - March 26. 2002
Items for Information - (Consent AQenda)
1. Phyllis Ketchabaw, Clerk, Town of Aylmer, with resolution supporting the County of
Elgin's resolution indicating interest to CN Rail to negotiate the purchase of the CN
CASO rail Line.
2. Cathy Balcomb, Deputy-Clerk, Norfolk County, with a resolution not supporting
acquisition of the CN CASO Subdivision rail line. (ATTACHED)
3. Carl Isenberg, Vice President, Customer Relations, Municipal Property Assessment
Corporation, announcing the launch of the New Vacancy Verification Service.
(ATTACHED)
4. Steve Peters, M.P.P., Elgin-Middlesex-London, supporting Council's resolutions to:
1) Prime Minister Jean Chretien and Premier Michael Harris, requesting permission
from the CRTC for use of Bell Canada's data base for community notification systems
2) Honourable Brad Clark, Minister of Transportation and Honourable John Snobelen,
Minister of Natural Resources, concerning the issue of disintegrating roads in Elgin
County
3) Honourable Tony Clement, Minister of Health and Long-Term Care, concerning the
funding of salary increases of land ambulance personnel
4) Honourable Elizabeth Witmer, Minister of the Environment, concerning regulations
pertaining to small communal water systems.
5. Elizabeth Godelie, Public Relations Supervisor, Kettle Creek Conservation Authority,
with a copy of the 2001 Annual Report "Rooted in Our Community". (Available for
viewing in Administrative Services)
6. Ted Arnott, M.P.P., Parliament Assistant, Ministry of the Environment, acknowledging
Council's resolution concerning Regulation 459/00) Drinking Water Protection
Regulations - on small communal water systems. (ATTACHED)
7. The Honourable Gar Knutson, Secretary of State, Central and Eastern Europe and the
Middle East, thanking Council for their congratulations upon his appointment.
(ATTACHED)
8. Honourable Brian Coburn, Minister of Agriculture, concerning the County's application
under Round 1 of the Ontario Small Town and Rural (OSTAR) Development
Infrastructure initiative. (ATTACHED)
9. Marie Turvey, Chair of the Board of Health, Elgin-St. Thomas Health Unit, regarding the
recruitment of a Medical Officer of Health for the Elgin-St. Thomas Health Unit.
(ATTACHED)
10. Honourable Chris Hodgson, Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing,
acknowledging Council's resolution concerning the Smart Growth Panels.
(ATTACHED)
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11. Association of Municipalities of Ontario: (ATTACHED)
1) AMO Member Communication ALERT- WSIB Coverage and Privacy Could Both
Impact Municipalities
2) AMO For Your Information, Report on the February AMO Board of Directors Meeting
3) AMO, Minister of Transportation Confirms Intent to Proceed with Highway Maintenance
Standards Regulations as Means to Help Municipalities Manage Uability
4) AMO For Your Information - Tory Leadership Candidates Asked to Set Out Their
Policy Plan for Municipal Governments
5) AMO For Your Information - AMO Attends Finance Minister's Budget Round Table
Discussion
12. Doug Bockin~, Chair, Thames Canadian Heritage River Committee, with an invitation to
attend the 2" Annual Thames River Symposium - Friday, April1ih at the St. Marys'
Town Hall Auditorium. (ATTACHED)
13. Ann Mulvale, President, Association of Municipalities of Ontario, with program information
and registration forms for the AMO seminar "Managing your municipality's drinking water
in the wake of Walkerton ". (Limited number of forms and program information available
in Administrative Services)
14. Rural Ontario Municipal Association, "INSIDE OUT: a Primer on Personal Effectiveness"
a workbook developed to serve as a means to stimulate reflection on your personal
effectiveness in this environment. (Available for viewing in Administrative Services)
15. George Ross, Regional Director - Southcentral Region, Ministry of Natural Resources,
announcing that the Ontario Draft Forest Fire Management Strategy is now available for
review. (ATTACHED)
16. Tom Cunniffe, Chair, Board of Governors, St. Thomas-Elgin General Hospital, with a copy
of a letter to the citizens of St. Thomas and Elgin County to be published in the media
explaining the recent Board decisions to reduce out-patient services. (ATTACHED)
17. Dave McAdams, President, St. Thomas-Elgin Tourist Association, with an invitation to the
upcoming Annual General Meeting on April 9th, 2002 at 7:00 p.m., proposed by-law
changes and a copy of the Association "2001 Year in Review". (copy of the 2001 Review
available for viewing in Administrative Services)
18. Thames Valley District School Board, Special Report - Financial Pressures Facing
Thames Valley. (ATTACHED)
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TOWN OF AYLMER
ID:519-765-1446
MAR 14'02
11:54 No.013 P.01
TOWN OF
AYLMER
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Office: (51\J) 7?;,.;nM ,,;>x, (.';19) 765-J~%
Administration: WCJldt'll GnwL"s - Adm;rziMralo ·· Phyllis K(~tc:!1fIl1UW - Ckrk
March 14, 2002.
Mrs. S. J. Heffren,
Deputy Clerk,
County of Elgin,
450 Sunset Drive,
ST. THOMAS, ON N5R 5V1
Dear Mrs. Heffren:
Please be advised of the following resolution passed by Aylmer Town Council on
Monday evening, March 11 "" 2002:
"That Aylmer Town Council endorse the resolution of the Council of the
County of Elgin. regarding a negotiation by the County to purchase the CN
CASO Subdivision Rail Line, pursuant to the Canada Transportation Act,
and hereby supports their actions; and that County Council be so advised."
If additional information is required, please contact our office.
Y~~rs truly, á ..--
¡~ ~ 'lY'^~v-
CI# Phyllis Ketchabaw
c.c. Mayor Bob Habkirk
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March 6,
Mr. Serge A. Cantin, Q.C.,
System General Counsel,
Canadian National,
935 de La Gauchetiere Street West,
Montreal, Quebec H3B 2M9
Dear Sir:
RE: Proposed Discontinuance of Railwav Line. CN CASO Subdivision
Please be advised that the Council of the Corporation of Norfolk County at its meeting of
Tuesday, February 26,2002, passed the following resolution.
"THAT Norfolk County not support acquisition of the rail line and that the
appropriate municipalities be notified."
Trusting this is satisfactory.
Yours truly,
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Cathy Balcomb, AMCT, CMM I,
Deputy-Clerk
pc Warden Dave Oliphant, County of Oxford
Town of Tillsonburg
Haldimand County
City of St. Thomas
Mr. John Finlay, MP, Oxford
Mr. Ross Snetsinger, Rail Ways to the Future
Ms. Deb Prothero, St. Thomas Central Railway
Mr. Steve Peters, MPP, Elgin-Middlesex-London
Mr. Gar Knutson, MP, Elgin-Middlesex-London
Mr. Ernie Hardeman
Mr. Toby Barrett, MH; Haldimand-Norfolk-Brant
Elgin County
The Honourable David Collenette, Minister of Transport
Corporate Services
Govemor Simcoe Square
P.O. Box 545
50 Colborne Street South, Simcoe, Ontario N3Y 4N5
519-426-5870 Fax: 519-426-8573
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MUNICIPAL PROPERTY A·SSESSMENT CORPORATIDN
March 8, 2002
MAR 1 S ~nG?
TO:
Chief Administrative Officers/Clerks and Treasurers
FROM:
Carl Isenberg
Vice President, Customer Relations
SUBJECT:
MPAC Launches New Vacancy Verification Service
I am pleased to announce, in support of the Vacancy Rebate Program, the Municipal Property
Assessment Corporation (MP AC) is introducing a new V acancy Verification Service (VVS) to
verify infonnation provided by property owners. The service is available immediately to
municipalities province-wide and is offered on a fee-for-service basis.
MPAC's priority is to provide our municipal customers with cost effective products and services
that are both timely and accurate. Our VVS delivers the data when you need it and can be
customized to fit your business requirements.
For more infonnation about our new service, please call Mario Vittiglio at (905) 727-2647
ext. 101, 1"800-263-3224, or by email atverify@mpac.ca. For your convenience, I have attached
a list of Municipal Relations Account Managers in your region who would also be pleased to
provide assistance.
For your interest, I have attached a brochure that further elaborates on MP AC' s expertise and
experience, and we look forward to speaking with you very soon.
Yours truly,
Carl Isenberg
Vice President, Customer Relations
Attachment
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Form No, L6060tv1
CUSTOMER RELATIONS ACCOUNT ZONES
Area of Responsibility and Field Office Locations
ZONE
COUNTIES OF HURON, PERTH, GREY, BRUCE, LAMBTON, ESSEX, ELGIN
MIDDLESEX, OXFORD and the MUNICIPALITY OF CHATHAM-KENT.
Field Offices: Windsor, Chatham, Sarnia, London, Owen Sound and Goderlch
ZONE 2
REGIONAL MUNICIPALITIES OF NIAGARA & WATERLOO, CITY OF HAMilTON.
COUNTIES OF HAlDIMAND. NORFOLK. BRANT, DUFFERIN & WELLINGTON
Field Offices: St. Catharjnes, Cambridge, Hamilton, Brantford and Guelph
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HALTON & PEEL
Field Offices: Toronto
Aurora & Mississauga
Oshawa,
(Old Toronto & North York),
Bracebridge &
STORMONT, DUNDAS & GLENGARRY,
LENNOX & ADDI NGTON
Pembroke and Ottawa
ZONE 4
COUNTIES OF NORTHUMBERLAND, HASTINGS. PETERBOROUGH,
HALIBURTON & SIMCOE. CITIES OF PRINCE EDWARD COUNTY
& KAWARTHA LAKES. DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY OF MUSKOKA and the
TERRITORIAL DISTRICT PARRY SOUND
Field Offices: Trenton, Bancroft, Peterborough,
Parry Sound
ZONE 5
Barrie,
Lindsay,
COUNTIES OF PRESCOTT & RUSSEll
LANARK, lEEDS & GRENVillE, FRONTENAC,
& RENFREW and the CITY OF OTTAWA.
Field Offices: Cornwall, Brockville, Kingston,
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Western, Central & Eastern Ontario
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TERRITORIAL DISTRICTS OF NIPISSING, COCHRANE. TIMISKAMING.
SUDBURY. MANITOULIN. AlGOMA, KENORA' RAINY RIVER & THUNDER BAY
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Field Offices: North Bay, Timmins, Sudbury, Little Current, Sault $te. Marrie,
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mcmeekde@mpac.ca
(519) 524-7326 ex\. 207
(519) 524-3711
(519) 524-5271
Tel:
Cell:
Fax:
57 Napier Street,
P.O. Box 190
Goderich ON N7A 3Z2
Dennis McMeekin
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mccormco@mpac.ca
(519) 759-6310 ex\. 223
(519) 761-1882
(519) 759-1011
Tel:
Cell:
Fax:
63 Charing Cross Street
Brantford ON N3R 7K9
Corinne McCormack
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baxtergr@mpac.ca
(416) 250-2150 ex\. 6003
(416) 275-1926
(416) 250-2142
Tel:
Cell:
Fax:
5255 Yonge Street, Suite400
North York ON M2N 6P4
Greg Baxter
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Toronto and
Durham
resendca@mpac.ca
(905) 727-2647 ex\. 346
(905) 424-9069
(905) 727-2933
Tel:
Cell:
Fax:
Floor
20'
50 Bloomington Road West,
P.O. Box 2700
Aurora ON L4G 6J8
Carlos Resendes
3
York, Halton
and Peel
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jonesva@mpac.ca
(705) 645-8994 ex\. 211
(705) 644-1534
(705) 645-1870
Tel:
Cell:
Fax:
169 Pine Street East
P.O. Box 150
Bracebridge ON
Valerie Jones
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contanmi@mpac.ca
(613) 933-7249 ex\. 306
(613) 361-4748
(613) 933-0597
Tel:
Cell:
Fax:
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132 Second Street East
P.O. Box 219
Cornwall ON K6H 5S7
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Michel Contant
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benderda@mpac.ca
(705) 264-9455
(705) 360-0905
(7051. 268-7784
Tel:
Cell:
Fax:
801 Mountjoy Street South
PO. Box 315
i Timmins ON P4N 7E2
Darryl Bender
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FEBRUARY 6,2002
Room 331
Main Legislative Buiiding
Queen's Park
Toronto, Ontario
M7A 1A4
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Constituency Office:
542 Talbot Street
SI. Thomas. Ontario
N5P 1C4
Tel: (416) 325-7250
Fax: (416)325-7262
Emaii: steve_peters-mpp
@ontla.ola.org
STEVE PETERS, M.P.P.
ELGIN - MIDDLESEX - LONDON
Tel: (519) 631-0666
Fax: (519) 631-9478
Toll Free: 1-800-265-7638
E-mail: steve_peters-mpp-co
@ontla.ola.org
March 07, 2002
The Right Honourable Jean Chretien
Prime Minister of Canada
Room 309-S, Centre Block
House of Commons
Ottawa, ON
KIA OA6
MAR 1. 3 2002
Dear Prime Minister:
Please find enclosed a resolution trom the County of Elgin in support of a call for your
Govemment to request permission trom the CR TC for use of Bell Canada's data base for
community notification systems.
Prime Minister, Elgin County Warden John Wilson has detailed the reasons for the
request in a straightforward letter. I would appreciate your reviewing the resolution and
forwarding a copy of your letter to my office.
Thanking you in advancè for your time and consideration.
Sincerely,
&~k.
Steve Peters, M.P.P.
Elgin-Middlesex-London
Cc: Elgin County Warden John Wilson
Room 331
Main Legislative Building
Queen's Park
Toronto, Ontario
M7A1A4
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Constituency Office:
542 Talbot Street
SI. Thomas. Ontario
N5P 1 C4
Tel: (416) 325-7250
Fax: (416)325-7262
Email: steve_peters-mpp
@ontla.ola.org
STEVE PETERS, M.P.P.
ELGIN" MIDDLESEX, LONDON
Tel: (519) 631-0666
Fax: (519) 631-9478
T oUF ree:: 1-800-265-7638
E-mail: steve -"eters-mpp-co
@ontla.ola.org
March 07, 2002
Honourable Michael Harris
Premier of Ontario
Room 281, Main Legislative Building
Queen's Park
Toronto, ON
M7A IAI
iMAR ! 8 2D02
Dear Premier:
Please find enclosed a resolution from the County of Elgin in support of a call for your
Government to request permission from the CR TC for use of Bell Canada's database for
community notification systems.
Premier, Elgin County Warden John Wilson has detailed the reasons for the request in a
straightforward letter. I would appreciate your reviewing the resolution and forwarding a
copy of your letter to my office.
Thanking you in advance for your time and consideration.
Sincerely,
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Steve Peters, M.P.P.
Elgin-Middlesex-London
Cc: Elgin County Warden John Wilson
Room 331
Main Legislative Building
Queen's Park
Toronto, Ontario
M7A 1A4
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Constituency Office:
542 Talbot Street
SI. Thomas, Ontario
N5P 1 C4
Tel: (416) 325-7250
Fax: (416) 325-7262
Email: steve_peters-mpp
@ontla.ola.org
STEVE PETERS, M.P.P.
ELGIN - MIDDLESEX - LONDON
Tel: (519) 631-0666
Fax: (519) 631-9478
Toll Free: 1-800-265-7638
E-mail: steve_peters-mpp-co
@ontla.ola.org
March 06, 2002
MAR 13 2002
Honourable Brad Clark
Minister of Transportation
3rd Floor Ferguson Block
77 Wellesley Street West
Toronto, ON
M7A IZ8
Dear Minister:
Please find enclosed a January 23, 2002 S1. Thomas Times-Journal article focusing on a
serious issue that I have brought to your attention on numerous occasions - the state of
roads in Elgin County. The headline - County facing a 'nightmare' - says it all.
Minister, as I have noted in the past, Elgin County residents face mounting difficulties
with eroded and rapidly disintegrating roads. It is a problem that will simply not go away
by simply avoiding the issue. An already financially overstretched County Council
justifiably feels that adequate and immediate funding from the Government is vital.
Minister, road repair and maintenance are all urgently needed. The safety of residents is
at stake, dictating that this situation be considered a priority. I urge you to respond to
Elgin County officials and forward a copy of your letter to my office.
Thanking you in advance for your time and consideration.
Sincerely,
Steve Peters, M.P.P.
Elgin- Middlesex-London
Cc: Elgin County Warden John Wilson
Room 331
Main Legislative Building
Queen's Park
Toronto, Ontario
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Constituency Office:
542 Talbot Street
St. Thomas. Ontario
N5P 1C4
Tel: (416)325-7250
Fax: (416) 325-7262
Email: steve_peters-mpp
@ontla.ola.org
STEVE PETERS,M,P.P~> .
ELGIN - MIDDLESEX _ LONDON
Tel: (519) 631-0666
_ Fax: (519) 631-9478
'. Tol.lfree: 1-800-265-7638
E7mail: steve_peters-mpp-co
@ontla.ola.org
March 06, 2002
Honourable John Snobelen
Minister of Natural Resources
Room 6630, Whitney Block
99 Wellesley Street West
Toronto, ON
M7A IW3
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2002
Dear Minister:
Please find enclosed a January 23, 2002 St. Thomas Times-Journal article focusing on a
serious issue that I have brought to your attention on numerous occasions - the state of
roads in Elgin County. The headline - County facing a 'nightmare' - says it all.
Minister, as I have noted in the past, Elgin County residents face mounting difficulties
with eroded and rapidly disintegrating roads. It is a problem that will simply not go away
by simply avoiding the issue. An already financially overstretched County Council
justifiably feels that adequate and immediate funding ftom the Government is vital.
Minister, road repair and maintenance are all urgently needed. The safety of residents is
at stake, dictating that this situation be considered a priority. I urge you to respond to
Elgin. County officials and forward a copy of your letter to my office.
Thanking you in advance for your time and consideration.
Sincerely,
&k
Steve Peters, M.P.P.
Elgin-Middlesex-London
Cc: Elgin County Warden John Wilson
Room 331
Main Legislative Building
Queen's Park
Toronto,o.ntario
M7A 1A4
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Ontario
Constituency Office:
542 Talbot Street
SI. Thomas, Ontario
N5P 1 C4
Tel: (416)325~7250
Fax: (416)325-7262
Emall: steve_peters-mpp
@ontla.ola_org
STEVE PETERS, M.P.P.
ELGIN- MIDDLESEX c LONDON
Tel: (519) 631-0666
_. Fax: (519) 631-9478
- Toll Free: 1-800-265-7638
E~fl1ail: steve"peters-mpp-co
@ontla.ola.org
March 06, 2002
Honourable Tony Clement
Minister of Health and Long-Term Care
10th Floor, Hepburn Block
80 Grosvenor Street
Toronto, ON
M7A2C4
MAR 13 2002
Dear Minister:
Please find enclosed a resolution from the County of Elgin calling on your Government
to fund 50 per cent of the salary increases ofland ambulance personnel. It is an issue that
deserves your attention.
Minister, as the attached letter notes, the issue has a significant cost impact on the
COJ.mty, which is already overstretched meeting obligations of providing services
downloaded by the Province.
Minister, I would appreciate your reviewing the correspondence, responding to the
County and forwarding a copy of your letter to my office. Thanking you in advance for
your time and consideration.
Sincerely,
<3:Jk
Steve Peters, M.P.P.
Elgin-Middlesex -London
Cc: County of Elgin
Room 331
Main Legislative Building
Queen's Park
Toronto, Ontario
M7A 1A4
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Constituency Office:
542 T albo! Street
St Thomas, Ontario
N5P 1C4
Tel: (416)325-7250
Fax: (416) 325-7262
Email: steve_peters-mpp
@ontla.ola.org
STEVE PETERS, M.P;P.
ELGIN - MIDDLESEX - LONDON
Tel: (519) 631-0666
Fax: (519) 631-9478
Toll Free: 1-800-265-7638
E-mail: s!eve_peters-mpp-co
@ontla.ola.org
March 07, 2002
Honourable Elizabeth Witmer
Minister of the Environment
12th Floor, 135 St. Clair Avenue
Toronto, ON
M4V IP5
!M.~ 13 2D02
Dear Minister:
Please find enclosed a resolution from the County of Elgin calling on your Government
to reconsider its regulations pertaining to small communal water systems. I am certain
you will find no argument that a clean, safe and affordable system is of vital importance
to all Ontarians.
Minister, the resolution clearly details concerns of communities like Elgin County and
how your Government's regulations have had a severe economic impact on them with
regards to capital and operating costs. These are communities that are already
overstretched and financially burdened.
Minister, I urge you review the enclosed resolution, respond to the County and forward a
copy of your letter to my office. Thanking you in advance for your time and
consideration.
Sincerely,
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Steve Peters, M.P.P.
Elgin-Middlesex-London
Cc: County of Elgin
Kettle Creek Conservation Authority
44015 Ferguson Line, R.R. 8, St. Thomas, Ontario N5P 3T3
Telephone: (519) 631-1270 Fax: 631-5026
email: kettleca@execulink.com
"People in harmony with nature"
March 8, 2002
MAR I (; f)"'!"I1j
To: Conservation Authorities of Ontario
Conservation Ontario
Council Members
Partners
Kettle Creek Conservation Authority and its Board of Directors are pleased to provide you
with a copy of the 2001 Annual Report, "Rooted in Our Community."
Should you have any questions or comments regarding this report, or any of our initiatives,
please do not hesitate to contact the Authority at (519) 631-1270.
Sincerely,
-¿( fl;/ ~ctL
Elizabeth Godelie
Public Relations Supervisor
* Printed on Recycled Paper
-135 St. Clair Avenue West
Toronto ON M4V1 P5
135~ ,avenue St~ c::Iair oueSt
Toronto ON M4V1 P5
(i)Ontario
Ministry
of-the_
Environment
Ministère
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l'Environnement
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MAR 4
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'7:jFile Number 75766
Mrs. Sandra J. Heffren
Deputy Clerk
County ofElgin
450 Sunset Drive
St. Thomas ON N5R5V1
Dear Mrs. Hefti-en:
Thank you forypur letter tothe MinisteroftheEnviro.D111ent reg¡µ-dingthe impaçt of Regulation
459/00 - the Drinking Water Protection Regulation -onslllall connnlinàl water systems. . The
Minìster has asked me to respond to you on her behalf
The Minister posted a pröposal onthe Environmental Registry to extend the deadlìne for meeting
thewàtertreatmentrequirements of Regulation 459/00 bysix months, ti-omDecembe~ 31, 2002
to July I, 2003. This should provide ample time to find w?rlmble solutions to this part ofthe
regulation through further consultations wìth th¡;) owners ofprivatewaterworh All other
requirements of the regulation, induiling testing and sampling, wìll remain in éffect. .
These actions are based ou the. findings of the series of well- attended publìcconsultation sessions
on Regulation 459/00 held by the ministry between SepteJIlber5-14, 2001 at 28 locations across
Ontario, a consultants study commissioned by the ministry to examine the impact of the
regulation on private, connnunal, residential, and recreational systems, and letters the ministry
has received. The InÌuistry is committed to working wiihwaterworks owners and users tofincl
the Illost feasible ways to ensure the. safety of drinking water supplies in Ontario.
Should you have further questions or concerns about this matter, please have your office contact
Mr. Stephen Carty, Manager, Quality Improvement Section, Water Policy Branch at 416-314-7201.
Thank you, again; for bringing your concerns tothe government's attentiön.
Sincerely,
~f)I) /L
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Ted Amott, MPP
Parliamentary Assistant
c: T~e Honourable Bri¡¡rt Coburn, Ministry of Agriculture, Food and RnÍal Affairs
Mr. Steve Peters, MPP-Elgin;-MiddlesexcLondon .
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HOUSE OF COMMONS
OTTAWA, CANADA
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OTTAWA
February 21,2002
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Warden John Wilson
County of Elgin
450 Sunset Drive
St. Thomas, ON N5R 5VI
Dear Mr. Warden and other members of Council,
Thank you very much for your note of wann wishes and congratulations upon my recent
appointment as Secretary of State, Central and Eastern Europe and the Middle East.
I am very honoured to have been called to Cabinet and look forward to the privilege of
continuing to serve my country and my constituents in my new capacity. My portfolio holds
very exciting and interesting challenges, which I am looking forward to experiencing.
My new portfolio will add more work to my day but not take away from serving my constituents.
I appreciate the ongoing support of yourself and other members of council. If you have any
interest in my new areas of responsibility, please do not hesitate to call.
On a side note, I am very pleased to hear that the Elgin County Archives will be receiving a grant
for renovations from the Heritage Department. If my schedule allows, I would be very happy to
make a local announcement regarding the project when it is appropriate.
Once again, thank you for your kind recognition of my achievement.
Hon.
Secretary 0 te
Central and Eastern Europe and the Middle East.
OTTAWA OFFICE
Room 832
Confederation Building
House of Commons
K1A OA6
Tel. (613) 990-7769
Fax (613) 996-0194
Knutsg@parLgc.ca
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CONSTITUENCY OFFICE
499 Talbot St.
St. Thomas, Ontario
N5P 1 C3
Tel. (519) 631-3921
1-800-265-7810
Fax (519) 631-8555
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Minister of Agriculture,
Food and Rural Affairs
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Ministre de I'Agriculture,
de I'Alimentation
et des Affaires rurales
Ontario
Queen's Park, Ontario
MSS 1 B3
MAR 0 7 2002
MAR 1;2 20Q?
Mr. John R. Wilson
Warden
County of Elgin
450 Sunset Drive
St. Thomas, Ontario
N5R 5Vl
Dear Mr. Wilson:
Thank you for your letter about the County of Elgin's application under Round I of the
Ontario Small Town and Rural (OSTAR) Development Infrastructure initiative.
I understand that the County of Elgin applied for OSTAR funding, under Option 2, for the
rehabilitation of the Vienna South Bridge and the Vienna North Bridge. As noted in your
letter, the rehabilitation of the Vienna South Bridge has been approved for funding under
the Canada-Ontario Infrastructure Program.
Option 2 applications to the OST AR Infrastructure Initiative were subject to a competitive
process. Applications were evaluated using a number of criteria: the need for the project,
the project's technical quality, innovative features, cost efficiency, partner contributions, the
quality of the financial plan and the adequacy of the municipality's long-term capital asset
management plan for the proposed infrastructure.
To ensure that all applicants were treated equitably, all applications were assessed and
ranked prior to being recommended for funding. Those projects receiving higher health and
safety priority rankings have been approved for funding.
All municipalities will be notified when future rounds of funding for OSTAR are
announced. If you have further questions about OST AR, please do not hesitate to contact
the OSTAR Secretariat toll free at 1-866-306-7827.
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Again, thank you for sharing your concerns with me on this important matter.
Sincerely,
c: Ms. Christine Dukelow, Director
Rural Secretariat, Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs
Mr. Kyle Kruger, Administrator
Township of Bayham
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health unit
99 Edward Street
Sl. Thomas, Ontario NSP 1 V8
Telephone: (S19) 631-9900
Fax: (S19) 633-0468
MAR 1 1 2002
March 5, 2002
Dr. Colin D'Cunha
Director, Public Health Branch and
Chief Medical Officer of Health
Public Health Branch
8th Floor, 5700 Yonge Street
Toronto, Ontario
M2M 4K5
Re: Recruitment of a Medical Officer of Health for the Elgin-StThomas Health Unit
Dear Dr. D'Cunha:
Pursuant to your request of December 6, 2001, in an effort to keep you apprised of our
efforts regarding the recruitment of a Medical Officer of Health, please be advised that
the Board of Health passed the following resolution at their Board meeting on February
28,2002:
"That the Board unanimously authorizes that a letter be prepared to Dr. Colin D'Cunha
pursuant to his request of December 6,2001, stating that the Board of Health of the
Elgin-St.Thomas Health, as a duly appointed autonomous Board, is in the process of
developing a strategic plan for acquiring a Medical Officer of Health"
We will be in touch with you shortly as to our progress.
Sincerely,
Lev-:>V-,- 1(-...... "- -1 w'
Marie Turvey,
Chair of the Board of Health
cc. Warden and County Councillors, County of Elgin
Mayor and Members of Council, City of St.Thomas
Tony Clement, Ministerof Health
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Ministry of
Municipal Affairs
and' Housing
Qffice_ of the Minister
777. Bay Street
Toronto ON. M5G 2E5
Tel: (416) 585-7000
www.ma~.gov.on.ëa
March 8, 2002
Ministère des
Affaires',municipales
et du Lo-gement
~ureau duministre
777 rue Bay
Toronto ON . MijG 2E5
Tél:(416) 586-7000
www.mah~.gov.bn.ca
Nj
Ontario
_ Mr. John R. Wilson
Warden
County of Elgin
450 Sunset Drive
St. Thomas ON N5R 5V1
MAR 14 20()?
Dear Warden Wilson:
. . .
Thank you for your Jetter of December 17 , 2001 informing rile of Council's resolution
and recommendations regarding the Smart GroV\lth Panels.
M¡,my of the issues you raise. in your letter were also brought up during consultations on
Smart Growth held in the Spring and Fall of2001. One of the main themes to emerge
from these consultations was that a "one size fits all" approachto Smart Growth would
not )/'Iork, and that Smart Growth must recognize regional variations and issu€)s.
Another important theme-was the neeq to address the particular conç:erns· of rural
areas. .
The e.stablishment otfi\(e Smart Growth panels is a r€)sponse tå suchcdncerns,
announç:edas part of the premier's $9 billion plan to ensure the Province has an _
effic;ient transit systemasthe first part of acomprehensive transportation strategy to
move people and goods more efficiently, andto strengthen the e¡conomy. o.nce
formed, these Panels wilLad",ise in the development of a strategy that '!'IiII take .a
broader~ more strategic view of gro:mh manà~e¡m€)nt and promotion, infrastructure;
resource management, andthe environment. The five panels will cover the
Northwestern, Northeastern, Eastern, Central and Western regions of Ontario. Elgin
County will be part of the Western Smart Growth Panel.' .
Thesepanelswillprovide advice and support to the provincednthe different growth
issues thatdifferent parts of the province face. You may wish to visit the Government's
Smart Growth web site atwww.smartarowth.gov.on.cafor more detailed information on
the Smart Growth panels, .
Thank you again for your interest and input inthis"matter.
Sincerely,
d·~·..··.-···
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Hon.Chris Hodgson
Minister
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Mr. Steve Peters, MPP, Elgin·Middlesex~Lohdon
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March 12,2001
Alert 02/007
WSIB COVERAGE AND PRIVACY COULD BOTH IMPACT MUNICIPALITIES
issue: The Workplace Safety and I nsurance Board (WSIB) is running a consultation on coverage and
the status of the Schedule 2 (self-insurance) sector, and the Ministry of Consumer and Business
Services (MCBS) hDS released draft legislation on [Jrivacy.
B;¡c!<gmul1cl:
WSIB Cowm:lge Paper;
The wsm 1185 released a paper Coverage Under/he Ontario Workplace Safety and InsuranceAct.
(socwww.wsib.on.cû). Currently, 30% of the province's workers are not covered byWSIB, and this
nurnberis growing. The paper outlines a numberofìssues including the difficultyofdeterrnining who
shoule] ,md should not be covered. For example, law firms and actuaries are not covered, but
accouniing firrns are. The paper also deals with coverage issues for independent operators. Many
municipal ofFicials feel trlat the issue of who is covered by the WSIB will have little impact on local
government because they are already ~mder the AGi.
Whatwil! havE) a sionificant Impact on many municip¡¡lities is the tuture of the Schedule 2 (self-insured)
soctor. SC) Tle are concerned that the WSIB may choose to move some if not all Schedule 2 employers
Into Schedule 1 (tho insured sector). AMO will be rocommending that the current list of employers that
me allowed In Schedule 2 be enlarged, so private sector firms will be allowed to migrate to Schedule
2 if lhoy are of a certain size and can provide letters of credltfor any outstanding liabilities should they
go into dofault. By expanding the numbers of employers allowed in Schedule2, the sector will become
more viable, so municipalities will continue to have the opportunity of being self-insured.
Olher issues are also raised, including coverage for volunteers. AMO agrees with the Board's view
th3t expanding coverage to volunteers is fraught wilh problems, and "... may place a seriolJs financial
burd()n on organi:?8tk,ns using volunteers." But, we also note thatsome of our members would like the
opl'lon of having coverage for certain groups of volunteers such as non-municipal ambulance brigade
vQluntoi'¡rs, and pe.rsons who volunteer for police search and rescues. These options can be
developed through a future WSIB Revenue Policy Manual.
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W§.~B Covoroge and Privacy could Both Impact Municipalities - P .2
Tho WSIß is currently holding hearings on the coverage paper, and final comments are due March
2ßth. Recommendations will be made to the Minister of Labour in June 2002, and changes to the Act
may be implemonted as early as next year. The AMO Board feels these timetines are too short.
Fundamental changes may arise from this consultation, and more time will be needed before they
could be properly implemented. Stakeholders should also be given an opportunity to respond to
specific proposals before any changes are n18de.
Priv<.1GY Legislation: MCSS released the draft Privacy and Personal Information Act (PPIA) on
February 4"' (seowww.cbs.gov.on.ca), and iscufTcntlyconducting a consultation which is to conclude
on March 31'1. The government is hoping that the legislation will be in place before January 1,2004.
The Act, if pnsscd, would apply primarily to the"... private sector, the health sector (including health
care practitioners, services, f1gencíesand institutions, including MOHL TC), and other organizations
that arc not covered by the provincial public sector privacy legislation, such as hospitals, schools and
universities, and municipalities. ¡twill also apply to nongovernmental organizations such as charities,
professiensl associations and religious groups."
AMO will be responding to the consultation. Municipalities already are covered by privacy legislation -
the Municipé¡1 Freedom of Informalion and Protection of Privacy Act (MFIPPA). One of the
government's stated goals is to sirnplifythe process of protecting privacy. Two separate Acts (each
witlllhoir own regulatory structure) governing the same pieces of information/data will make the
process mom complex, and diFrlcultfor municipai administration. AMOwill be recommending that if
the government feels that more privacy protection is needed for health information than provided in
MFlf'I"A, that Act should be ¡¡mended to provide lhose privacy protections. In addition, municipal
privr1le contwctors that deliver health services should be included under MFI PPA. This would ensure
that municipalities receive needed information from their contractors.
Ifthe government chooses to proceed to include municipalities under the PPiA, other problems will
noed to be addressed. Currcntly, municipalities only require one person to administer MFIPPA. Under
the PPIA, this cOllld increase as each tK!f1lth service requires a "health information custodian".
Sarno l1avo expressed concern about an exemption under the draft Act that has been granted to
ambulance services (section 39 (3 ) of the PPIA). AMO has determined that this is necessary to
ensure that needed information is exchanged, so ambulance services can be safely, efficiently and
properly delivered to the public. AMO is recommencling that section 39 (3) be expanded to ensure that
municipaliti~\s can receive important information from their operators, base hospitals, and dispatch
centors. In addition, similar sections should be Glpplied to other health care services provided by
municipalities, such as walk-in clinics, public health services and long-term care facilities.
Action:
AMO will upd¡¡te its members on the msponses to our concerns and the progress ofWSI B coverage
issue and j,he MCBS privacy legislation.
This inr>JrnJ~tion is available through AMO's subscriplioi1 based MUNICOM network at wV/w.municom.com.
For mer" inlormo¡¡on contact (416) 971-9856: Jerf Fish(,r. AMO Senior Policy Advisor at ex!. 315
Transmission problems: 416-971-9356
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'1'0 the attention of tho Clerk and Council.
March 12, 2002 - FYI· 02/004
Report on the February AMO Board of Directors Meeting
Issw):
Summary of the Meeting
Facts:
Three delegalions appeared before the Board.
PHter Humo, Ch,lir, MunicipéJl Property Assessment Corporation updated members on MPAC's
activities including improvements to customer selVice and financial accountability, the upcoming
assessment update; improved web-based products and selVices; improved data collection and
avail<:lbility and the creation of a dedicated municipal relations group.
Heathor Turenne and Rick Zbucki of the municipal cemetery sector briefed the Board on the
municipal concerns related to the recommendations of the Bereavement Sector Advisory
Commiltee's Report. The Board has directed thatthe Ministerof Consumer and Business SelVices
bo informed of these concerns.
· Mich3EJI Prue, MPP presented the NOP documEJnt, "A Brighter Idea for Ontario's Cities" and how it
wlates to a number of the municipal sector's positions.
The Board, on the policy side, dealt with:
OMAFRA's recent Directive to the Normal Farm Practices Protection Board concerning municipal
nutricnt management bylaws. Clarification on the restrictiveness of the Directive, its status in relation
to tho previous Directive <md the Court's decision on West Perth's bylaw is being sought. AMO has
fI1¡;¡de commønts to the Ministry regarding tho Directive.
Workplace Safety and Insurance Board report on WSIB coverage, which is asking for comments on
Wi11ch enlities should bc covered byWSIB insurance and the need for a Schedule 2 sector. AMO
will be making a submission by tile end of March. (See Alert 02/007)
· Privflcy of Personal Information Act; This legislation may have implications for health selVices that
rnunicipal governments deliver and again, AMO will be making comments before the end of the
month. For inforrnalion on this draft legislation, see Alert 02/007.
· Province's plan to devolve the governance of OMERS. The Board agreed tothe following principles
- to ensure effective separation oftlle administrator and sponsor roles, give employers a real voice
in appoinling OMERS Board members; no comparator model should be considered for which there
is not a measurable operating history; retain exclusivity; maintain a 50-50 cost sharing agreement
for plan contributions and create the framework for informed and effective consultation with
employers and employees on plan design changes.
Municípal resolutions relaled to increasing Ontario Works benefits, funding for home care selVices
and community tle¡¡lth, the use of coloured fuels in municipal vehicles, the Line Fences Act and
mandatory facial protectiQn for sports.
Tile Board WaS updated on the high rate of renewed memberships and the progress on the 2002 AMO
Annual Conference, August 18 - 21. The block of rooms althe Royal York Hotel are almost sold out and
alternate hotel blocks will be arranged.
T/¡Îs information is aVûilûl)fo through AMO's subscriplíon based MUNlCOM network at ~!LQ(ç9.m.&QITh
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To the immediate attontion of the Clerk and CouncU
March 12, 2002 . Alerl- 02/008
Minister of Transportation Confirms Intent to Proceed with
Highway Maintenance Standards Regulation
as Means to Help Municipalities Manage Liability
Issue: RegLllation to provide municipalities with a better defense against negligence claims
B..ck!Jround:
Bill 86, Better Local Government Act (1996), amended various municipal statutes, including the
MIlnìcíp81 Acl, to allow the Minister of Transportation to issue a regulation establishing minimum
str:mdards of repair of municipal roads and bridges as an optional means of dealing with liability.
The regulatory approach is intended to provide municipalities with a better defense against
negligence claims that a road or bridge is not in a reasonable state of repair if the regulatory
minimum standards have been met. Regulatory standards provide a more predictable
management oJ risks and liabiiity and are expect to be an improvement over the current process
whcrùby jUrJ(j0S determine the st¡)J1dard of care.
The Provincial approach responds to municipal concerns over the rising cost associated with
negligenc0 claims ¡¡nd insurance premiums dLI0 to an escalation of citizen claims involving road
accidents.
Tile municipal sector 11as consistently advocated for relief from liability aiisociated with road and
bridge maintenance. Recognizing the importance of the regulation's standards for Ontario's
municipalities, tho Ministry of Transportation established a steering committee in 1997 consisting
of mprcsentatives from municipal associations (including AMO, OGRA, Regional Solicitors, and
several municipalities) and the provincial govBl'I1ment (OMAFRA, MMAH) to direct the project. A
key objective of the exercise has been to develop standards that are outcome based not
pre~1crjptiva, and focus on safety, not infrastructure preservation. Over the last four years, several
versions were released for municipal comment and work was undertaken to deal with that
fc¡:¡dback.
The Minister, Brad Clark, confirmed his commilment to pursue the necessary approvals at the
recent I{OMNOGRA conference. He recognized the intent of the regulation and added that his
dosire is to promote best pmctices and continuous improvement. He advised that a review of the
rsgubtions after fivÐ years is to be incorporated into the regulation.
Action: AMO and OGRA will monitor the timing and progress of the regulation's approval. At
such time, the Associations will work with the Ministry to develop a strategy for disseminating the
information and ensuring municipal governments understand the intent and discretionary use of
the; regulation.
Tilis Inform.)tiofl Is nv¡¡ilab/o throuGh AMOs SUbscription based MUN/COM network at www.munlcom.com.
For i....or~ lrlf¡;¡rmatic;n contact: Association of Municipalities of Ontario aI416-971-9856; or 6.S
Ontario Good Roads Association at 905-795-2555 -
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£~_ AssoclatJonOT
Municipalities
... of Ontario
For Your
On formation
383 Unlvors1ty ^v~nuo. Su.tlo 1701
Toronto, ON M5G 1E6
Tel: (416) Q71-D65ß -fax:: (416) tl11...ß1Q1
amaH: amCI@DfT\Omunlc:om.com
To IIIC attention of the Clerk and Council.
Please ensure that copies of this are distributed to all Members of Council
Fo!" Immediate Attention
March 11, 2002
FYI - 02/002
TORY LEADERSHIP CANDIDATES ASKED TO SET OUT
THEIR POLICY PLAN FOR MUNICIPAL GOVERNMENTS
Issuf::
AMO sends questionnaire to each of the five candidates
Background:
Municipal £lovernments, HI<e olher sectors. do not like surprises and need to know the policy agendas
each candidate is proposing in terms of the municipal roles and responsibilities.
A quostionnaire was sent to each of the leadership candidates about two weeks ago, timed to ensure
Ih<11 Il1eirplatforms were relatively complete. To date, no responses have been received and as soon
they do, we will begin to share them with our members.
Whnt wcro the candidates' askod? AMO's questionnaire focused on four (4) topic areas:
1. Improving the provincial-municipal relationship addresses such items as the accountability
framework, and working under the Memorandum of Understanding.
2. Municipal budget control seeks responses to proposals that are needed to help municipalities
better plan, meet expenditures and have greater control over costs.
3. Matching municipal obligation with adequate revenue asks the candidatesfortheirplans and
their support for different ways of assisting municipalities in strengthening their financial
position in order to deliver needed and valuable seiVices.
4. Priorities for the next legislative session, including the Nutrient Management and Waste
Diversion Acts.
For n complete CQPY of the questionnaire, please refer to MUNICOM www.municom.com.
With two weeks remaining before the Leadership vote, we expect the candidates will wantto share their
ideAs for municipal governments and respond to tho questionnaire.
rifis infO/malion is availÐble through liMOs subscription based MUNlCOM network <It www.municom.com. . .
Far more informat;"" c;ont~ct: P~t Vanini. Director of Policy and Gov~rnment Relallons at 416-971-9856 ext. >116. ,5 6
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£ltit<e Association of
. ..' Municip~lities
... of Ontano
For "'four
tJh')formation
303 !..h'1jV&rsfl:y AvonuG, Suite 1701
Toronto, ON M5G 1ËG
Tel: (416) 971-9656 -fnx (41E1) 971-EJi01
orroH: .amo@stnO,mlu,\¡COnl.oom
To Ilw alie/ltion of the Clerk and Council.
March 11, 2002 . FYI - 02/003
AMO Attends Finance Minister's Budget Round Table Discussion
IS5uo:
Preparation of the 2002 Ontario Budget
Background: Minlsler Flaherty is traveling the Province seeking input to the next Ontario budget. AMO,
along with olher municipal groups, attended a SO-minute round table discussion session.
AMO positioned that municipal property taxes in Ontario are among the highest in the country and to be
cornpetilive, ¡twill take more than efficiencies- ¡twill t<:!ke a strategy of change in revenue sharing, reduced
financial risk, cost ¡¡voidance. cost containment and cost recovery. AMO reiterated its call for the
conlinualion of a "new deal" - to mõltch funding the scrvir,;e with the right tax base. AMO recognized some
ofthe governmenl's reccntefforls, such as the new investment in transportation and transit funding and the
new Municipal Act, which will provide some new tools such as municipal corporations, joint service
m,magernent boords and n0w investment options. While all of these are helpful, more needs to be done
to make ;1 significant difference.
Some Highfíg1'its:
· build a comprehensive plan tl1at continues to matcl1 the rigl1ttax base with the service, i.e.,finance the
costs of community health and social services through the provincial tax base; service delivery can
remain municipal by way of performance arrangements
· proceed to assøss the achievement of the objectives of revenue neutrality and issues of divergent
impacts of the CRF formula at the municipallevc! with respect to Local Services Realignment (2001
Annual Report of the Provincial Auditor)
· dedicate a percentage of tho gas tax, etc. to help build and maintain our transportation system and
provide (m-going provincial funding for water and sewer especially for small systems
give municipal government the ability to issue municipal bonds, allowing the public to invest in their
community
· review the impactthatthe 10-5-5 capping policy is having on parts of Ontario and institute an alternative
minimum dollar threstlold option, e.g. $1,000 to deal with properties which small tax increases on an
absolute dollar basis
eliminate or reduce the PST on municipal govNnment purchases of goods and services
· establish a rigorous testing requirement of the cost implications of any new service standards and a
review of existing service standards in terms of quality/cost and ability to seek innovation
· Wckle interest arbitration as these awards are greater than those freely negotiated with other municipal
employees and are driving service costs l1igheror at a minimum the province must fund a true 50% of
ttlc arbitrated settlements for those cost-sharer! programs
· prococd cxpediliouslywith a municipal toll road rügulation unuerthe new Municipal Act sothatthis can
be reflected in municipal infrastructure planning
· givn municipal government the ability to recover the costs of managing its public rights-of-ways as
busìnos(; s~lould bear the cost of doing its business as the property tax payer should not have to
subsidize the costs of a private business that it does not consume.
These are Just a few of the ideas offered to the Province. A complete copy of AMO's Notes for Ontario's
2002 Pre-Budge! CI¡n be seen on www.amo.on.ca or www.municom.com.
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1424 Clarke Road
London, Ontario N5V 589
Ph: (519) 451-2800
Fax: (519) 451,1188
March 11, 2002
MAR 15 ~OO"
To: Clubs, Groups, Municipalities, Agencies, and
First Nations ofthe Thames River Watershed
Dear Friends:
You are invited to attend the 2"d Annual Thames River Symposium on Friday, April 12th at the Town Hall
auditorium in historic downtown St. Marys. This one day workshop brings watershed groups together
to learn about and discuss the Thames and its natural, cultural and recreational values. The theme of the
symposium is "Focus on the Thames". This event is the second in a yearly series of workshops on the
Thames River, one of Canada's newest Heritage Rivers.
The cost of the symposium is $15 per person and includes lunch and refreshments. Displays are
welcome. As space and meals are limited, please contact Steve Sauder at (519) 451-2800 ext. 275 or
sauders@thamesriver.on.ca if you plan to attend. A program and map are enclosed.
We look forward to seeing you on April 12th.
Sincerely,
~~
Doug Socking,
Chair, Thames Canadian Heritage River Committee
Enc!.
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2ND ANNUAL
THAMES RIVER SYMPOSIUM
Focus
ON THE THAMES
FRIDAY APRIL 12TH, 2002
ST. MARYS TOWN HALL (SEE MAP ON REVERSE)
$15 PER PERSON
PROGRAM
9:00a.m. Greetings
M'!}'or famie Hahn, Town of St. Mal)'s
9: I 0 a.m. Upper Thames River Watershed Report Cards
Ingrid J?ylot; Upper Thames Rker Conservation Authority
9:40 a.m. Innovative Manure Management
fohn A/derman, Coldsprings Farms, Thamesford
10: I 0 a.m. REFRESHMENT BREAK
10:30 a.m. Fish of the Thames
fohn Schwindt. Upper Thames River Conservation Authority
II :00 a.m. Upper Avon River Conservation Club: Ten Years of Communio/ Effort
Elaine & Roger Cook. landowners in the Upper Avon watershed
I I :30 a.m. Refocusing on the Thames River in St. Marys
Bruce Grant, Town of St, Mal)'s
12:00 noon LUNCH CATERED BY SMITH & LATHAM
I :00 p.m. Historic Walking Tours of downtown St Marys and the North Thames River
Tours courte~ of Mal)' Smith and the staff and volunteers of the
St. Mal)'s Museum
2: I 5 p.m. Adjourn
Tbe Thames,
A Canadian
Heritage River '
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· The St. Marys Town Hall is located at 175 Queen Street (corner of Church Street). The Symþosiürn
is upstairs in the auditorium. The building is wheelchair accessible.
· Free parking on the town streets.
· Wear comfortable shoes for the walking tour. The pace will be slow to moderate.
· In case of very wet weather. the walking tour will be replaced bya tour of the St. Marys Museum.
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THE 3'd ANNUAL THAMES RIVER CLEAN UP
The 3'" Annual Thames River Clean Up promises to be bigger and better than ever! All registered participants will be
eligible to win a brand new canoe donated by Nova Craft Canoe! Marty other draw prizes will be awarded as well.
During the past two years, many environmentally concerned volunteers, landowners, clubs, organizations and municipalities
have all pulled together on Earth Day. Last year 1,000 volunteers were able to clean up 112 kID of the Thames River and
tributaries. This year, the Thames River Clean Up will happen on Saturday, April 20th . This year, we are hoping to clean
up 150 kID with 1,500 volunteers, We are also offering secondary stuµents a Certificate of Community Service hours toward
their diploma. .
The Thames River Clean Up committee will provide all volunteers with garbage bags and work gloves. Also, the first 1,000
volunteers will receive complementary hiker water bottles. We hope that many of the volunteers will adopt a section of river
and continue to care for it year round.
If you want to get involved:
. Register with Mary Sloan, Volunteer Coordinator, Upper Thames River Conservation Authority at
(519) 451-2800 ext. 277 sloanm@thamesriver.on.ca - please provide your name, telephone number,
address, section of river you plan to clean up and let us know if you would like to be a clean up coordinator
for your community.
If you care about our environment and heritage, please come out and clean up your favourite part of the Thames River. For
more information, please contact Steve Sauder, Upper Thames River Conservation Authority at (519) 451-2800 ext. 275,
sauders@thamesriver.on.caormyselfat(519) 229-6926.
Yours truly,
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Todd Sleeper, President
The NOAH Conservation Club
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OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT
Association of Municipalities of Ontario
March 8, 2002
MAR 13 2002
Dear AMO Member:
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I would like to draw your attention to an important se~i~'~~'~~"¡frinking water, that is being organized
for our members by the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO), and Hicks Morley, called
. Managing your municipality's drinking water in the wake of Walkerton '. Copies ofthe program are
enclosed to distribute to your council and staff.
This is a must-.attend event forthose municipal elected officials and staff who need to understand
whatthe Walkerton Inquiry recommendations, and recent Provincial regulatory and enforcement
changes, mean to you and your municipality.
To maximize the number of people who can attend, we are holding the seminar in five locations
throughoutthe month of April, in North Bay, London, Mono (nearOrangeville), Kingston, and Thunder
Bay (a half -day session in conjunction with the Northern Ontario Municipal Association's annual
conference). So far, registration is attracting municipal councillors, senior municipal administrators,
and front-line water managers. .
Each seminar will cover essential topics that all municipalities are dealing with:
· Recommendations from both Walkerton Inquiry reports
· Legal advice on post-Walkerton obligations for municipal officials
· How to move to full c~st recovery (Bill 155)
· The role of public health units in safe drinking water delivery
· Delivery models for municipal drinking water services
· Funding available for upgrading water systems
If you would like further information or need more copies of the program and registration form,
please call Nicola Crawhall of AMO at 1-877-426-6527, ext. 329, or see our website at
www.amo.on.ca or www.municom.com.
I urge you, your council and staff to register soon for this important one-day event.
Yours very sincerely,
M~
Ann Mulvale
President
72
393 University Ave., Suite 1701 Toronto, ON M5G 1E6
tel: (416) 971-9856 . toll free: 1-877-426-6527 . fax: (416) 971-6191 . email: amo@amo.municom.com
Association of Municipalities of Ontario
AMO & Hicks Morley present
Managing your municipality's drinking water
5 locations to choose from:
North Bay - Friday April 5, 2002
Best Western Lakeshore
700 Lakeshore Drive
London - Monday April 8, 2002
Best Western Lamplighter Inn
591 Wellington Road South
Mono - Wednesday April 17, 2002
Monoro Park Pavillion
633220 Highway 10, near Orangeville
Kingston - Monday April 22, 2002
The Ambassador Hotel
1550 Princess Street
Th under Bay - Thursday April 25, 2002
(Yo day program in conjuction with NOMA Conference)
Travelodge Hotel Airlane
698 Arthur Street West
Hear from key financial and technical experts and Provincial
officials, municipal councillors and senior municipal
managers, AMO officials and Hicks Morley lawyers who
represented AMO at the Walkerton inquiry. Receive
essential information for your changing water operations.
Topics will include:
· The Walkerton Inquiry Recommendations - What do
they mean for your municipality?
· The Sustainable Water and Sewage Systems Act-
moving to full cost recovery
· Funding Available for Upgrading Water Systems-
Who, Where, How and When?
· Meeting New Post-Walkerton Legal Obligations
· Delivery Options for Municipal Drinking Water
Services
· Municipal Responsibilities for Private Water Systems
· Water and Public Health - The Walkerton Inquiry
Recommendations
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BARRISTERS
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Agenda for Thunder Bay Only
(Special ~ day program in conjunction
with NOMA Conference)
1:00 Welcome
1:15 What the Walkerton Inquiry Findings Mean to You
2:00 Moving to Full Cost Recovery for Water Services
3:00 Coffee break
3:15 Meeting New Post-Walkerton Legal Obligations
4:15 Funding Available for Upgrading Water Systems-
Who, Where, How and When?
4:45 Concluding Remarks
5:00 Conference ends
(Session details as described in the agenda
opposite)
Agenda for North Bay, london,
Mono and Kingston
8:00 Registration and Continental Breakfast
8:45 Welcome
Greetings from the Host Municipality
Welcome from &\10, Hicks Morley
9:00 Whatthe Walkerton Inquiry Findings Mean to You
Pat Vanini J Nicola Crawhall, AMO
AMO staff will provide timely analysis and
advice on:
-The Walkerton Inquiry recommendations
. Ontario Government initiatives in the
aftermath of Walkerton
-The challenges ahead and how to meet them
9:45 Movingto Full Cost Recovery for Water Services
Representative, Municipal Finance Branch, Ontario
Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing
Representative, Ontario SuperBuild Corporation
Reg Andres, Vice President, R. V. Anderson Associates
Ltd.
Panel Discussion on:
-The Sustainable Water and Sewage Systems
Act (Bill 155)
_ Developing a provincial financing strategy for
water and sewage delivery
. Sustainable investing in municipal water
systems
10:45 Coffee break
11:00 Focus on Walkerton Inquiry Report Part II
Presenter to be announced
This session will focus 011 a major issue
addressed in Commissioner O'Connor's
anticipated Walkerton Inquiry Report, Part II
12:00 Luncheon and Luncheon Speakers
(One of the following on each date)
Hon. Elizabeth Witmer, Minister of the Environment
(Invited)
Justice Dennis O'Connor, Commissioner for the
Walkerton Inquiry (Invited)
Gord MHler, Environmental Commissioner of Ontario
Dr. Colin D'Cunha, Chief Med ïcal Officer of Health for
Ontario (Invited)
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Than i< yoU to our Gold Sponsors!
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1:15
Meeting New Post-Walkerton legal Obligations
Doug Hamilton! Craig Rix! Peter Brady,
Hicks Moriey
Find out how the legal obligations of
municipalities and their councils have changed
since May 2000, including:
· The impact of Walkerton on the law
· Your exposure and how to guard against it?
· What "due diligenceJ1 means in practical terms
· What you should know about investigations
and inspections.
Coffee
BreakOutSessions
Choose one of (A), (B) or (C) (see opposite)
funding Available for Upgrading Water Systems -
Who, Where, How and When?
This session will provide you with a
comprehensive overview of funding that is
currently available to municipalities for water-
related works. Funding programs available
through the Ontario SuperBuild Corporation,
the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and
Rural Affairs, the Ontario Ministry of Northern
Development and Mines, the Federal
Government, and the Federation of Canadian
Municipalities.
concluding Remarks
Conference ends
2:15
2:30
3:30
4:00
4:15
BreakOutSessions
Choose one of (A), (B) or (C)
A The Role of Public Health Units in DeliveringSafe Drinking
Water - The Walkerton Inquiry findings
Representative, local Public Health Unit
Representative, Ministry or Health and Long-Term Care
Representative. Local MunicipaHty
Eight recommendations in Justice O'Connor's pt report
focused on the role of public health units and local Medical
Officers of Health in relation to safe drinking water,
underlining the importance of good communication and
coordination amongst the municipality, the public health unit
and the province. Hear what the Walkerton Inquiry
Commissioner is expecting of health units, the Province and
municipalities, and how this may impact on public health
resources in your community.
B Delivery Options for Municipal DrinkingWaterServices
Mayor Deb Shewfelt!larry McCabe, CAO, Goderich
Andrew Hoggarth, V.P./Wayne Stiver, V.P., peterborough Utilities
Services
Jim Keech. President and C.E.O.. Utilities Kingston
Representative. Joint Services Board
As municipalities face technically complex and costly
regulatory requirements, some are considering different
delivery options for water services. Hear how municipalities
have met the new reg1Ùatory challenges through contracting
out operations to a third party operator, joining a joint
services board with neighbouring municipalities, and
corporatizing existing municipal operations much like their
C municipal electric utilities.
Municipal Responsibilities for Private Water Systems
Doug Hamilton, Hicks Morley
Nicola Crawhall, AMO
Representative. Local Municipality
Representative. Ministry of the Environment
Private water system owners and users are struggling to meet
the increased costs of the Drinking Water Protection
regulation (RegA59). Some are abandoning their systems,
others are unable to come into compliance. Municipalities are
under increasing pressure to take over these private systems,
either by the users of the system or by the Ministry of the
Environment through so-called 'Section 62 orders I. With
thousands of these systems in Ontario, municipalities may
find themselves operating private systems throughout the
province. Find out how municipalities are handling private
systems that cannot meet Reg. 459, and how MOE is enforcing
the iaw.
Managing your municipality's drinking water
In the Wake ofWalkerton
Register Now!
To register fill out and fax this form to 416 -971-9372 or
mail this form and payment to AMO (see Payment, below)
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o Friday April 5, 2002
Best Western Lakeshore
700 Lakeshore Drive, North Bay
ABC
O Monday April 8, 2002
Best Western Lamplighter Inn
591 Wellington Road South, London
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O Wednesday April 17, 2002
Monoro Park pavillion
633220 Highway 10, Orangeville
ABC
O Monday April 22, 2002
The Ambassador Hotel
1550 Princess Street, Kingston
ABC
O Thursday April 25, 2002
Thunder Bay
(1¡1 day program in conjuction with Noma Conference)
*Workshop choice not available at Thunder Bay seminar
Registration Fee
$175.00 plus $12.25 GST(7%), totalling $187-25 per person
Half-day program in Thunder Bay:
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Fee includes
The conference, program materials, luncheon and
refreshments
Thunder Bay only: Half-day conference, program, materials,
and refreshments
Registration inquiries
Gwen Rideout Tel: 877-426-6527, ext. 330
Email: grideout@amo.municom.com
Cancellations must be requested in writing and received by
AMO two weeks (14 days) before the date of the seminar
selected. An administration fee of $37.45 ($35 + GSl) will
apply to all refunds.
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Registration forms CANNOT be processed unless accompanied
with proper payment.
Only payments by credit card may be faxed to 416-972-937'
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Ontario (GST No. Rl06732944)
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Clerk and Head of Council:
Please find enclosed your complimentary copies of "Inside Out: A
Primer on Personal Effectiveness." Change and its pace are placing
an incred[ble stress on municipal organizations.
This workbook is intended to help the individual look at how their
personal attitude relates to leadership and how an individual's
behaviours play a role in relationship building. Attitudes and
behaviours contribute to individual effectiveness and in government,
it is this effectiveness that contributes to success.
Please share this workbook with members of council and municipal
staff. A limited supply of extra copies is available and can be
obtained by calling Gwen Rideout, AMO Corporate Services at. 416-
971-9856 or 1-877-426-6527.
Sincerely,
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393 University Ave., Suite 1701 Toronto, ON M5G 1E6
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March 11, 2002
Dear Sir / Madam:
I am pleased to inform you Ontario's Draft Forest Fire Management Strategy is now
available for review.
The Draft Forest Fire Management Strategy sets strategic direction for the Forest Fire
Management program of the OMNR and reflects the priorities and management
objectives for forest fire management in Ontario. These priorities and management
directions are as varied as the values that require protection from forest fires and the
ecology that is sustained by fire.
The draft strategy also provides the foundation upon which daily forest fire management
decisions are made. The existing strategies were developed in the late 1980s and
defined the levels of forest fire protection in Ontario. Recent government initiatives such
as Ontario Living Legacy have reshaped our business focus and the draft strategy
addresses these changes in land use direction. The draft strategy also defines the levei
of forest fire protection throughout Ontario as well as the growing concern of the threat of
wildfire in the urban/wildland interface.
The Ministry of Natural Resources has updated the Notice of Proposal for Policy on the
Environmental Bill of Rights (EBR) at:
http://www.ene.goY.on.ca/enyision/enyreg/er/registrv.htm
To review this posting, click on Environmental Registry postings for Policies, Acts,
Regulations and lJ"1struments, then type in the EBR Registry Number: PBOOE7001.
I invite you to visit the Aviation and Forest Fire Management website at
http://mnr.goy.on.ca/MNR/affmb/indexl.htm to obtain a copy of the Draft Forest Fire
Management Strategy. If you do not have internet access, please contact the
Southcentral Region Planning Unit at (705) 755-3239 to obtain a copy of the strategy.
Sincerely,
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George Ross
Regional Director
Southcentral Region
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St. Thomas-Elgin
General Hospital
Working Together for Your Good Health
189 Elm Street. PO Box 2007
St. Thomas, Ontario, Canada N5 P 3W2
Tel SI9 631-2020 . Fax SI9 631-1825
March 14, 2002
Mr. Mark G. McDonald
Chief Administrative Officer
450 Sunset Dr., St. Thomas
ON N5R 5Vl
MAR 1 5 2002
Dear Mr. McDonald,
I am aware that you have received letters of concern and other communications trom your
constituents regarding our hospital Board decision to reduce some of our current out-patient
rehabilitation services. Thank you for inviting our CEO, Paul Collins, to speak with Warden
Wilson and yourself following our announcement, to address many of the questions that were
raised. Recently, our Board of Governors reviewed once again the facts and information behind
the decision. As a result, we restated our unanimous support for this decision as being in the best
long term interests of our community.
I have enclosed a letter trom the Board that explains our position, as well as answers to questions
that have been trequently repeated in communications with us or through the media. Both of
these documents will be published in the media to facilitate a broader communication to the
citizens of St. Thomas and Elgin County.
Should you have further enquiries please feel tree to contact me through the hospital at 631 2020
ext 2184 or e-mail atBoard@Stegh.on.caormailtoBoardofGovernors.St. Thomas-Elgin
General Hospital, 189 Elm Street, Box 2007, St. Thomas, Ontario N5R 5C4. You may also
contact our President and CEO, Paul Collins at ext 2192 or our Communications Facilitator,
Cathy Fox at ext 2191.
Sincerely,
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Chair, Board of Governors
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Our Core Values
Compassion
Respect
Accountability
Simplicity
St. Thomas-Elgin
General Hospital
Working Together for Your Good Heolth
189 Elm Street. PO Box 2007
St. Thomas, Ontario. Canada N5P 3W2
Tel 519631-2020 . Fax 519 631-1825
Dear Citizens of 81. Thomas and Elgin County,
Mar 14,2002
Recently we, the Board of Governors of the 81. Thomas-Elgin General Hospital, announced that as of
October I, 2002 the hospital would no longer provide some of the out-vatient Rehabilitation services
currently available at the hospital. At our Board meeting held on February 27, 2002, we again
reviewed all the relevant infonnation and discussed the concerns raised in letters sent to us, as well as
those concerns raised to Board members personally. And again we restated our unanimous support for
this decision. Weare convinced that our failing financial position threatens the survival of our hospital
as a S1. Thomas and Elgin County operated health care service, and that it must be addressed.
Reducing hospital-based, out-patient rehabilitation services has been a trend over the last ten years in
communities across this province, as they too have had to grapple with shrinking resources. Anyone,
especially other community volunteers like us, can relate to the personal anguish these difficult
decisions cause. Our first consideration was, and continues to be, for those affected by the change ....
those patients without means and some of our Rehabilitation employees. At our last board meeting,
we recommitted the hospital to work with our staff, private providers and other groups in the
community to find creative new ways over the next seven months to assist all those affected by the
decision.
In our decision making process, we were well aware of the need for accurate data about all of the
services in the hospital. We reviewed many alternative actions including cutting back emergency
room hours of operation, eliminating the obstetrical service, reducing the number of operating rooms
and reducing hospital beds, to name a few. However, we determined that these make up the core
services that a community hospital is here to deliver, and that we must preserve them.
As elected, unpaid community volunteers we are expected to represent the interests of the whole
community that we serve. We take this role, and our dedication to the preservation of this hospital for
the citizens of Elgin County very seriously.
We intend that STEGH will continue to be a vibrant community hospital for many years to come. Our
service choices must match our financial resources so that STEGH can be preserved and strengthened.
We invite, and will continue to respect the feedback and input of every concerned citizen.
Sincerely,
Members, Board of Governors, S1. Thomas-Elgin General Hospital
(Board Chair, Tom Cunniffe, can be contacted through the Hospital at 631-2020 ext. 2184, or e-mail
Board(à;stel!h.on.ca, or mail Board of Governors, St. Thomas-Elgin General Hospital, 189 Elm St,
P.O. Box 2007, St. Thomas, ON, N5P 3W2) Our Core Values
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Accountability
Simplicity
St. Thomas-Elgin
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Working Together for Your Good Health
189 Elm Street, PO Box 2007
St. Thomas, Ontario, Canada N5P 3W2
Tel 519631-2020 . Fax519631-1825
Frequently Asked Questions
Are all of the rehab services being eliminated?
No. We will still provide all of our rehabilitation services for patients admitted to the hospital (in-patients).
We will also continue to provide out-patient rehab services in Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy and
Speech-Language Pathology as follow-up for those treated as inpatients, or in the surgical day care,
What happens to patients who can't pay for private services?
There are some patients who are not covered through insurance or employer plans, or do not have the means
to self-pay. The Board has committed the hospital to begin working immediately with public and private
groups to find creative ways to assist these people as much as possible.
Doesn't OHIP pay for these rehab services in the hospital?
The hospital cannot bill OHIP for rehabilitation services. With the exception of Audiology, these services
are provided through the same funding the hospital receives from the Ministry of Health to operate all of our
services. Although we can bill OHIP for Audiology services, the total revenue has consistently been less
than its cost. Last summer, OHIP implemented new billing restrictions for Audiology requiring physician
supervision for many Audiology services. This change will further erode the revenue position.
You're only saving $400,000 dollars. Isn't this a small amount compared to your deficit and your
whole budget?
Our total deficit reduction package, including Rehab is conservativelv estimated at $900,000. We have
worked hard to identifY these dollars. Our current financial position threatens the Hospitals future. Our
yearly budget is nearly $50 million. However, we carry a growing debt load of $7 million dollars and a
growing yearly deficit of$1.9 million dollars. We do not have money to re-invest back into the hospital, nor
will we have for some time. We will continue to work with the Ministry of Health to achieve a balanced
budget.
Uyou charge a user fee and get donations from the city/county councils or from citizens directly,
couldn't you raise enough money to keep the services open?
Hospitals in Canada are legally prevented from charging user fees (Canada Health Act) and from accepting
donations to fund hospital operations. We can only accept donated funds for building projects and equipment
through our Foundation.
The community raised funds for the construction of the rehabilitation area and donations were made
for some of the equipment. When you reduce the rehab services will this facility lay empty?
No. This facility will continue to be used for patient care. We are in the process of developing a "Master
Plan" which will be submitted to the Ministry of Health before any renovation or construction projects go
ahead. This plan will identifY where services will be provided in our buildings in the coming years. The
rehabilitation space will be part of that plan. Our Core Values
All of the equipment will continue to be nsed for patient care as well whether in the hospital or in the Compassion
community. Respect
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Simplicity
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P.O. Box 22042, 545 Talbot Street
St. Thomas, Ontario NSR 6A1
Telephone: 519-631-8188
Fax: 519-631-3836
ToU Free: 1-877- GO ELGIN
MAR 1 1) 2002
Dear Member,
Re: Noûce of St. Thomas - Eh!Ìn Tourist Associaûon - Annual General Meeûne
I am writing on behalf of the St. Thomas Elgin Tourist Association Board of Directors to advise
you of the following items of interest:
1. to invite you to attend the upcoming Annual General Meeting. The meeting will be
held on Tuesday, April 9th, 2002 at 7:00 p.m. at the St. Thomas-Elgin Public Art
Centre located at 301 Talbot Street in St. Thomas.
2. to provide you with a copy of the "Year in Review" for the Tourist Association for
your perusal prior to the meeting
3. to provide you with a copy of the proposed by-law changes which will also be tabled
at the meeting (please note, a full copy of the by-laws may be picked up at the
STETA office at 545 Talbot Street, St. Thomas, should you require one prior to the
meeting).
4. Agenda items will include: Year in Review, Introduction of the Tourism Coordinator,
By-law Changes, Election of Officers, Financial Report, as well as a brief
Entertainment Production
The Board is eager to update our members on the activities of the St. Thomas-Elgin Tourist
Association during the past year as well as share with you the proposed projects for the
upcoming year.
The business meeting will be followed by a light lunch so we would ask that you RS.V.P. to
631-8188 on or before April I". We look forward to seeing you then and should you have
questions regarding the above, feel ftee to contact us.
Sincerely,
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Dave McAdams, President
S1. Thomas-Elgin Tourist Association
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By-law no. 2. Article 3. Sections (1)
(I) The ammaI fee payable by members of the Association ~ be determined by the Board, and shall
be calculated from the I" day of JfDUUl1'J' for a l2-month period.
Bv-law no. 3. Article 3. Section (3)
(c) Arrange for the nomination of the candidates for election ITom the private sedor, at least
seven (7) days priorto the date of the Annnal Meeting. The nominated candidate from each
of the four areas shall be named on the ballot, and given to each member in good standing at
the Annual Genernl Meeting. All Directors will then be elected at the Annnal General
Meeting. Should there be more than three candidates for one area, the members will elect
three on! of all nominated candidates for this area.
By-law no. 3. Article 3. Section (3)
(3) The TourismCoortlinotor shall serve at all Board meetings unless directed otherwise by a
majorily vote of the Directors.
Bv-law no. 3. Article 4. Section (2)(d)
(d) The issuance of membership cards or certificates.
Bv-law no. 3. Article 6. Sections (l)(a) and (1)(b)
(a) All costs, chatges and expenses whatsoever such Director, Officer or person sustains or
incurs in or about any action, suit or preceding about any action, suit or prorpp,fiIlg which
is brought, commenced or prosecuted against IùmIIu!r or in respect to any deed, matter or
tlring whatsoever made, done or pennitted by himlher on or about the execution of the
duty of his office or in respect of any such liability;
(b) All other costs, charges and expenses which he sustains or incurs in or about or in
relation to the affiúrs thereoJ; except such costs, charges or expenses as are occasioned by
hislher own willful neglect or default
Bv-law no. 4. Article 2. Section(2)
(2) The Association's Tourism Coordinator shall serve on the Executive Committee.
By-law no. 5. Article 2. Heading
ARTICLE 2 - CHAlRPERSONSHlP
Bv-law no. 6. Article 7. Headin... and Sections (l) to (4)
ARTICLE 7 - TOURISM COORDINATOR
(I) The Board may employ a Tourism Coordinator and may delegate to this person full anthority to
mariage and direct the business and affiúrs of the Association (except such matters and duties as by
law must be transacted by By-laws must be transacted or peñormed by the Board or by members
in general meeting) and to employ and discharge agents and employees of the Association or may
delegate to himlher and lesser powers.
(2) The Tourism Coordinator shall conform to alllawfiù orders given to himlher by the Board or by
the Executive Comnñttee of the Association. The Tourism Coordinator shall at all reasonable
times give to the Directors or any of them and to the Executive Comnñttee all information tbey
may require regæ'ding affairs of the Association.
(3) The job posting for the Tourism Coortfinotor will be the terms of reference for the posting.
(4) The Tourism Coordinotor shall peiform the duties of the Secrettuy os loid out in By-law no. 6,
Article 6, Sedions (2) ond (3).
Bv-law no. 7. Article 1. Sections (2)
(2) A printed, written or type-written notice of the meeting of members, stating the date, hour and
place nf the meeting and the general nature of the business to be transacted shall be delivered or
mailed before the date of such meeting to each member at hislher address as it appears of the
books of the Association and if no address is given therein' then to the last address of such
member known to the Association; provided always that a meeting of members may be held for
any pwpose on any date and at any time and at any place within the Trnvel Region, without notice
if all ìnembers are present in person at the meeting or if all the absent members shall have
signified their assent in writing to such meeting being held. Notice of any meeting or any
inegulari1y in any meeting or in the notice thereof may be waived by any member.
Bv-law no. 7. Article 2. Headine:
ARTICLE 2 - CHAIRPERSONSHIP
Bv-law no. 8. Article 3. Headine:
ARTICLE 2- CHAIKPERSONSHIP
Bv-law no. 8. Article 6. Sections (l)
(I) The Chairperson may, with the consent of the meeting, adjourn the meeting from time to time and
no notice of such adjournment need be given to the Directors. AJJy business may be brought
before or dealt with at any adjournment meeting which might have been brought before or dealt
with at the original meeting in accordance with the notice calling the same.
Bv-law no. 9. Article 2. Headine:
ARTICLE 2 - CHAIRPERSONSHIP
Bv-law no. 10. Article 3. Sections (2)
(2) The financial statements of the Association be verified by the production of an unaudited
statement by Fuumcial Services, County of Elgin,for 2002 and 2003, subjedto any change in
funding or notice of termination.
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81. Thomas and Elgin County a place to love...
I invite you to review our year and please feel ftee to contact us with your
comments or suggestions.
2002 is shaping up to be another year of challenges as we look to build our
many relationships within the community and partner with other
organizations in promoting tourism. To help add to our success we will be
implementing a full time Tourism Coordinator who will focus their efforts
on both event execution and funding requisitions.
We have added new annual towism events such as Elgin ArtFest, historic
and winery cycling trails and expanded the success of many ongoing
initiates such as the Talbot Trial of Yard Sales and Christmas Along the
Talbot Trail.
The St. Thomas - Elgin Tourist Association is pleased to share with you our
2001 YEAR IN REVIEW. As the current year comes to a close, it becomes
increasingly clear that our last year has proven to be one of our most
successful.
Dear Friends,
2001 Year In Review
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Deb Myszko
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Jenny Phillips
Grant Spiller
Mark Wales
Robert White
Pat Zimmer
Carl Wilhelm Bienefeld
Norma Roberts
Dave McAdams
Karen Kokovai Trevail
Debra Seabrook
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Member satisfaction is extremely important to the STETA and in an effort to keep our
member current on events, we will be introducing a quarterly newsletter. This Newsletter
will provide commentary on upcoming marketing initiatives and allow our members to
have an opportunity to get involved and provide us with feedback or comments. This
newsletter, yet to be named, was scheduled for first publication in June 2001 and should
bridge the current gap in communication between the Board of Directors and our
members.
Quarterly Newsletter
This document will prove to be a valuable reference in coming years and we should
continue to budget for this publication in 2002.
RECOMENDA'UON:
The Year In Review is the in it's first publication and will become a regular annual
circulation. We encourage everyone who takes the time to read this document to forward
any suggestions they may have for making improvements to future editions
COMMENTARY:
Introduced in 2001, this communication piece will be circulated to all members of the
St.Thomas-Elgin Tourist Association as well as to interested parties in the community.
This annual booklet provides an overview of what activities took place in the previous
year along with samples of the many marketing initiatives. This review will include
commentary ITom the Board of Directors regarding the previous year and discuss
improvements for the following year. A budget summary will also be included in this
annual report for public review.
Annual "Year in Review"
Member Communications
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The newly appointed Tourism Coordinator should be able to improve our working
relationship with Tourism London. Establishing a full time liaison between STETA and
Tourism London will ensure we identify all opportunities available to us throughout the
year. We should continue this membership.
RECOMENDATION:
This newly established relationship appears to have provided us with some additional
e¡q>osure that we may not have had in previous years. During the 2001 Canada Summer
Games it became quite apparent that London, St. Thomas and Elgin can all benefit by
working together. We believe that in coming years if we take more initiative to work
closer with Tourism London we will improve our exposure and help develop new ideas
for tourism initiatives in our area.
ACTUAL: $ 600
2001 marked the fist year that STETA joined Tourism London in an effort to promote
tourism in our area. This membership will allow us to leverage the size and experience
of Tourism London for marketing and membership development while allowing the
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This newsletter will be one of the key accountabilities of our newly appointed Tourism
Coordinator and this communication piece should help build a stronger relationship with
our members. A regular update for our members will provide a two-fold benefit, first it
will keep our members active in our initiatives and second, it will be a useful tool for
recruiting new members.
Unfortunately in 2001 we were unable to create a quarterly newsletter that met the
standard of quality that we were striving for. We chose to delay the launch of this
newsletter until 2002 when we anticipate having more resources available to us.
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Signage Program
Our signage program began as way to own the attraction signage in Elgin County rather
than rent them on a yearly basis trom TODS Directional Signs. We began with Phase 1
when we introduced white painted plywood signs, bordered in red with blue lettering,
directing travellers on the main thoroughfares to the publicly owned attractions of Elgin.
New in 2001 was the addition of permanent cycling trail signs throughout the city and
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In 2002 we should expand on our Visitor's Guide publication and continue to reftesh the
appearance of the maps and brochures. We should continue to solicit advertising
partners to help share the costs, however we will need to budget near our 2001 plan
($5500 - $6500) in case we fall short with sponsorships. This is one of our key
promotional pieces.
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Our entire line up of brochures and maps received a refteshed look and once again these
information pieces proved to be in great demand by visitors to our area. We managed to
spend less than our plan largely due to our many successes with securing advertising
partners for many of our pieces. Advertising sponsors have allowed us to continue to
distóbute a wide variety of maps and guide booklets at a reduced cost as compared to a
STET A fully funded piece.
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The most important piece of information that we produce each year in co-operation with
the Times Journal is our annual summer Visitor's Guide. This guide reaches a circulation
of 40,000 copies to be distributed to our tourist information outlets, the county libraries,
the caboose on Jumbo Hill, the lighthouse in Pt. Burwell and other tourist information
centres, hotels, motels, etc. These guides are filled with interesting articles, maps,
attractions and calendar of events, member's advertisements and so much more.
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able to reduce the amount of money spent in this area. We will need to continue to
budget for repair and maintenance and a few new additions; however, our budget
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STETA has increased our tourism sign coverage throughout the County of Elgin and City
of St. Thomas two-fold over the past 2 years. We now have very visitor mendly and
highly visible signage program that guides tourists and residents alike throughout our
area. We have exceed our planned budget in 2001 as the Board took advantage of a
number of attractions like the Trans Canada Trail Pavilion and our Historic sites and
Winery cycling routes as key areas to focus our signage dollars.
Cj)MMENTARY:
Phase 2 included re-signing the historic Talbot Trail with the distinctive reflective
emerald green, amber and white graphic signs.
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www.elgintouristcom
The Tourist Association registered the internet domain, http://www.elgintourist.comin
October 1998. The objective of the web-site was to provide detailed information about
the attractions, events, and business in St. Thomas and Elgin County. The site currently
features over 50 web pages of content in one of five main areas: an Event Calendar, a
Virtual Tour, Local Maps, an on-line newsletter, and an on-line Tourist Information
Booth. The Board of Directors has recently asserted its desire to add much more content
to the web-site.
We should continue our spring media advertising and plan on an increase in our 2002
budget. Radio, television and newspaper advertising costs are rising and our continued
support of this promotion will require more budget money in 2002 ($ 6500).
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This was our first attempt at media advertising focused heavily toward the London
market. Our radio-based campaign ran heavily in the spring and promoted visiting
unique locations throughout Elgin County and St.Thomas. While quantifiable measures
are difficult with this type of advertising by most accounts this was a success. Tourism
within our area was notably higher year over year compared to 2000, as reported by local
businesses and as recorded by requests for information at our tourism office.
ACTUAL: $ 4950
BUDGET: $5500
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"Come Play In Our Backyard! St. Thomas-Elgin where the grass is always greener"
"Come Play In Our Backyard! St. Thomas-Elgin where the snow is a little brighter"
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In spring 2001, the STETA released its new tourism slogan intended to build all season
visitors to our area. This lighthearted advertising promotion was primarily a radio
focused promotion with added newspaper support. This promotion was intended to have
a two-fold affect on tourism, 1) Draw in new visitors to our area, and
2) Encourage residents to rediscover what their community has to offer.
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information source for both visitors and association members. . Partnerships such as our
relationship with FYI should be pursued in the coming year to continue to build our web
presence. Special attention needs to be continually given to the content of this web site to
ensure accuracy of information.
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The numbers of visits to our web site has doubled over the past year and we now topping
100,000 page views per year.
The Tourist Association registered the Internet domain, www.el!!intourist.comin October
1998 and the site has seen steadily increasing traffic since inception. The site was
redesigned in 200 I and is scheduled for a "fresh look" on an annual basis. The site now
has over 50 pages of content including a member listing, virtual tours, maps, events and
news items.
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ACTUAL: $4000
BUDGET: $3500
Christmas in the Country Along the Talbot Trail
Christmas in the Country... along the Talbot Trail.
In 2001, we had participation rrom almost all of our members who each contributed a gift
certificate of at least $25 to our "Bag of Bucks" contest. In addition we partnered with
the St. Thomas Downtown Development Board who donated $500 in "Downtown Bucks"
to give an added focus on shopping downtown St. Thomas. Ballots were available at
participating members.
We anticipate this event to grow in 2002 and we should capitalize on the popularity of
this event with additional advertising and local merchant participation.
RECOMMENDATIQN~
Year after year this event continues to surpass our expectations, 2001 was no exceptions.
This year's event drew hundreds of visitors to our area rrom across the County and as far
away as lllinois and Michigan. Visitors come by car, motorcycle and even bus to search
out that ever-elusive bargain. We had near perfect weather and many visitors are starting
to make this an annual planned event.
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Talbot Trail of YardS ales
We know that events bring people. In 2000 we created the Talbot Trail of Yard Sales to
encourage people to travel across Elgin County and become familiar with this historic
road and to enjoy all that Elgin has to offer. We plan to use this signed route to direct
people to the communities and attractions of Elgin that are just off the Trail.
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Our goal is to encourage these visitors to come back again and again. . .and tell all their
mends, visitors and relatives about us!
The 2001 Canada Summer Games attracted many visitors, athletes and their families to
Elgin County this summer. While we didn't specifically promote.the attendance to the
actual Games, we did promote the great eateries, markets, art and pottery studios,
museums, wineries, shops and attractions in Elgin County that would compliment the
Games.
CaIUlÓll Summer Games 2001
We should continue this promotion in 2002. We need to start the preparation earlier
(Sept.l~ and ensure we explore all opportunities for partnering with other business
development groups throughout the County. We should examine the affect of radio
advertising versus applying equal amounts of money towards other promotional tools
(e.g. newspaper, merchant flyers, etc.).
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Weare extremely thankful for the support of the St.Thomas Downtown Development
Board and we hope that we will be able to partner with them again for future downtown
promotions. In future partnerships it is important to include all parties in creative
development to ensure that all that have an interest are able to provide input.
The 2001 Christmas in the Country advertising promotion was not as successful as we
had hoped. While the radio advertisements were well scripted, due to the cost of airtime,
the effectiveness of these commercials is difficult to measure. The advertising support
material was late arriving at the merchants and greatly impacted the success of this
campaign.
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A two-year calendar of events needs to be created to identify any sporting opportunities
on the horizon. Many events are planned years in advance and STETA should take a
more active role by being involved with the organizers of these activities. This should be
another key focus are of the Tourism Coordinator.
RECOMMENDATION:
By all accounts the 200 I Canada Summer Games were a tremendous success. The
Games proved to be a major contributor to increasing the number of visitors to the St.
Thomas and Elgin County area. The success of the Summer Games indicates that we
should continue to capitalize on promoting sporting events in our region whenever
possible.
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Recently, we have been contacted by other areas (e.g. New 8arum, West Elgin) regarding
expanding our cycling routes through these communities. We should consider expanding
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We should expand our advertising of Cycle Elgin in 2002. .Our advertising focus should
primarily be on the winery route for this years event and we should begin our
promotional efforts earlier to allow visitors timeto plan their vacation calendar.
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The Trails have proven to be very successful, especially the winery tours route. The
trails are being used notonly by cyclists but also by motorists as a means of creating a
self-guided tour of our area. We have already had inquires by cycling groups about
organizing "cycling weekends" in the coming summer season.
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Cycle Elgin 2001
This new event was introduced in late spring and ran throughout the summer. The kick
off to our permanent cycling tours throughout 8t. Thomas and Elgin County was Cycle
Elgin Week, which we have slated to be an annual cycling event. This weekend long
family centred event included the introduction of several cycling routes of varying
challenges encountering many tourism stops along the way. Each route has a
customized cycling map highlighting local areas of interest. Focus of these tours will be
on historical sites, art studios, museums, wineries and other participating local merchants
and restaurants.
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Although we had anticipated investing a portion of our 200 I marketing budget to this
program we decided to postpone any expenditures until 2002.
Tour Of Ford Country
This new event is planned for 2002. The 35th anniversary of St. Thomas Ford Motor
Assembly Plant in Elgin County will be a very exciting and interesting event.
Ford Clubs throughout North America will be invited to set up displays in all the
communities across Elgin. The public can tour Elgin on the Talbot Trail and wind their
way back through all the small municipalities to see these classic Fords and Ford
Tractors, as well as visit wineries, art and pottery studios and farm markets.
We anticipate next year's event to grow in size and with this added size we will need to
plan to confirm dates and venue details earlier in the year. Advertisements should be
circulated to area merchants and in late spring and early summer to help build awareness
of the faIl event. An added focus on providing entertainment such as musicians will add
to the festival experience. This event has the potential to continue to sustain growth in
size and popularity for several years.
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Artfest was a tremendous success. Our inaugura1 event attracted over 30 local artists and
many visitors to our festival. The downtown locations helped draw visitors to our core
areas of business and provide a welcome addition of weekend traffic. Many artists are
very eager to participate in next year's event and we have already received requests ftom
area merchants to participate in promoting future festivals.
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ACTUAL:$3820
BUDGET: $3500
This fall time Art Festival, took place in September and has become a much-anticipated
annual event, highlighting the many talented artists in our community in a countywide
celebration. Unlike other art festivals, this event was unique as it is designed to tie
together many small art exhibits across the county. In a "caravan" style weekend event
visitors are be given a map to the three main art festivals in Dutton, Aylmer and
St. Thomas and were encouraged to travel across St. Thomas and Elgin County making
many stops along the way.
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We should continue to distribute the surveys through out 2002 and we should publish the
results on a semi annual basis. The information from these surveys should also prove
valuable to our members and a summary should be included in a quarterly newsletter.
While the surveys are still in their early stages of use we feel that the information
gathered will valuable in future years.
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Tourism Surveys were introduced in 2001 and distributed during events such as ArtFest
and Canada Games in hopes that we may acquire a more detailed understanding of what
has attracted visitors to our area. We have started to gather information on what forms
of advertising are most effective for specific events ,and the results should help guide us
in 2002.
COMMENTARY:
ACTUAL $1400
BUDGET: $1500
The data obtained from these surveys will be compiled and published for use by the
STETA members.
A key to future marketing initiatives is to measure and evaluate the success of our efforts
and to continue to expand our knowledge of what attracts visitors to our area. In support
of our goal we will take that first step to understanding our tourism market be issuing
tourism surveys. This survey was initially distributed during ArtFest Elgin and has
subsequently been distributed through local merchants and restaurants where visitors can
take the opportunity to give us some feedback about their stay with us.
Early in 2001 the Board decided that this inititive would not be funded 2001 and the
budget money allocated would be redistributed to other programs.
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$57,750.00
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$35,550.00
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BUDGET
Accounting! Auditor fees
Office Supplies
Telephone
Insurance
Postage(includes fedex)
401 Info Centre Maintenance
Wages
Operating Expenses
STET A Sponsored Events
Local Event Promotion
Advertising
Membership Communications
EXDenses
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City of St. Thomas
Human Resources Canada
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