WARD 1 NEWS FROM COUNCILLOR RICK

June 2015
WARD 1 NEWS FROM COUNCILLOR RICK CRAVEN
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Community Satisfaction Survey
Tree Cutting in Tyandaga
PanAm Games
Two Major New Developments
Road Construction
Additional Bus Service
GO Station Parking Lot Expansion
Snake Road Update
Let’s Ride
Mural Coming to King Road
Alderfest is Coming!
Public Meetings
Community Events & Programs
DEAR FRIENDS,
The City recently completed a “Forum Research” Community Satisfaction Survey. Random phone calls
were made to 771 households including at least 125 in each ward. The overall survey indicated that
89% of respondents were either “somewhat” or “very” satisfied with City services. The results from
Ward One were the most positive in the City with emergency management, cemetery services and
parks getting the highest scores. The areas of least satisfaction were road maintenance, traffic
operations and snow clearing. These findings are being studied by City staff and will be used as part of
Council’s current strategic planning discussions.
What’s Hot?
Tree Cutting
I have been advised by Hydro One (an agency of the Province of
Ontario) that it will be conducting “vegetation management” on its
major transmission corridors in Burlington this year. One of these
corridors runs through Tyandaga, from the “Nelson Junction” near
Scenic Point, south to the “Burlington Transfer Station” below the 403.
It runs adjacent to Westhaven Drive, Forestvale Drive, Sturbridge
Drive, Crofton Way and Skyview Drive.
Vegetation management is necessary to protect against blackouts, ensure hydro worker safety and
provide for safe public use. Hydro One is planning to do maintenance on the full width of the corridor.
This will entail the removal of a “significant” number of trees and other vegetation in order to bring the
corridor into compliance with legislated and regulatory standards for minimum clearances between
vegetation and high-voltage wires. Hydro One told me that it will attempt to leave as much
“compatible” vegetation on the corridor as possible, provided that at maturity it will not pose a risk to
the safe and reliable operation of the overhead wires. The work is scheduled to begin this summer.
Hydro officials intend to host an “open house” on the evening of June 23 to provide the community
with more details.
Hydro One has advised Conservation Halton and the City of Burlington about this work. I will keep
you advised, but for more information visit the Hydro One website at
www.HydroOne.com/projects/VegetationManagement, e-mail them at
[email protected] or phone 1-877-345-6799. The hydro corridor land is the sole
responsibility of Hydro One.
Question of the Month?
Dust and Debris
Who do I call when I suspect air pollution, in the form of dirt, possibly from asphalt and concrete
plants in west Aldershot?
My office receives calls about this concern around this time every year. Potential sources of air
pollution are investigated by the Burlington office of the Ministry of Environment. The contact there is
Karen Wassink at 905-319-3149.
Tyandaga
PanAm Games
City View Park will be used as a practice venue for soccer during the games. PanAm will have
exclusive use of the northwest quadrant of the park, including the 3 artificial turf soccer fields, from
July 5 to 25. The general public will not be permitted to use this part of the park as spectators are not
allowed at practice sessions. The southern part of the park, including the Bruce Trail, will remain open
during the games.
Maple
New Homes
About 30 residents attended this week’s public meeting to discuss a
redevelopment project at 1167 Bellview Crescent. The City’s Planning
Department is currently considering the application from Markay
Homes to construct 2 houses on Bellview Crescent and 5 on an
adjacent private condo road. Residents in attendance expressed
some concerns about side yard setbacks and about the radius of the
private road. City staff are expected to make recommendations to
Council concerning this matter in the fall.
ALDERSHOT
Two Major New Developments Proposed in Aldershot
ADI Developments is proposing to build 200 stacked townhouses, 64
standard townhouses and 60 back-to-back townhouses in the area north
of Masonry Crt and east of Waterdown Road. A public meeting is planned
for Wednesday, June 24 at 7 pm at West Plains United Church to discuss
the proposal. Although not part of this particular application ADI has also
signaled its desire to build four six-storey apartment buildings in “phase
two” of this project, near the GO station.
A second public meeting is planned for Thursday, June 25 at 7 pm at East Plains United Church. You
are invited to see and discuss the proposal by Melrose Developments for the redevelopment of three
pieces of property on the south side of Plains Road, near Filmandale including: the former Foo Ho
restaurant, the former Bell Motel and the retail
plaza in between. The proposed new
development includes 2 six-storey
condominium buildings totaling 178 residential
units. One of the buildings would include 3,000
square feet of retail/commercial space. Both
underground and surface parking are included
in the plan.
Both proposals are currently under review by the City’s Planning staff. They have not been approved.
Road Construction
The Province is about to begin maintenance work on the Plains Road West bridge over the 403 near
Bridgeview. Temporary signals will be put in place and the bridge will be reduced to one lane during
this work. The work involves repairs to the walls and railings on the bridge and will continue until
October.
Additional Bus Service
As a result of a request by north Aldershot residents, the Hamilton Street Railway (bus system) has
agreed to additional stops on Waterdown Road. Currently the HSR stops only at Mt. Brow Road.
Beginning June 29 the bus, which runs to and from the Aldershot GO Station, will also stop at
Rennick Road, Flatt Road and Craven Avenue. This additional service will be Monday to Friday
during peak periods. i.e. 5 am to 9 am and 2:30 pm to 8 pm.
GO Station Parking Lot
Metrolinx has advised my office that construction has started on the expansion of its parking lot at the
Aldershot GO Station. One hundred new spaces will be added over the next few months.
Snake Road Update
In response to neighbourhood requests for traffic calming measures the City has updated traffic
control and warning signs on this road, foliage has been removed from several locations to improve
visibility, Children Playing signs have been installed at the north end, police have been asked to
increase enforcement and traffic speed and volume studies are underway. The City anticipates
hosting a public meeting about traffic on Snake Road, sometime in the fall.
Randle Reef Project Update
Tenders have finally been issued for this very important remediation project in Burlington Bay, across
from Aldershot’s shoreline. The City of Burlington and the Region of Halton are contributing $4.3
million to the $140 million project, which is expected to take many years to complete. This is the last
major initiative required to delist Hamilton Harbour as an area of environmental concern.
Let’s Ride!
Please join me and Burlington Cycling Committee member Don Thorpe for an 8 km (45 minute) bike
ride in south Aldershot on the evening of Monday, June 29. We’re meeting at LaSalle Park at 7pm.
Should be fun. Everyone‘s welcome.
Congratulations!
The LaSalle Park Marina has become the first marina on Lake
Ontario to receive the “Blue Flag” environmental designation. I was
pleased to be in attendance at the recent “Blessing of the Boats”
when the honour was presented. The Blue Flag award is
administered in Canada by Environmental Defence and is managed
internationally by the Foundation for Environmental Education
based in Denmark. To receive the Blue Flag, marinas have to meet
international standards in water quality, environmental
management, environmental education, safety and services. Well
done!
Our Thanks
The recent tree planting exercise at Bridgeview Park was a
great success. Thanks to the Girl Guide volunteers and to
RONA for its sponsorship. The tree planting was part of the
effort to enhance the natural areas of the Cootes to
Escarpment Eco Park System. Similar projects are planned
for the fall at Bayview and Kerncliff Parks.
Photo Art on Plains
Thanks to Aldershot resident David Craig and to the Burlington Historical
Society for the latest “wrap-around” art on Plains Road. You can see it at
the south / east corner of Plains and Francis where the grey utility box
has been wrapped with an historic photo of old Aldershot. This latest
‘wrap-around” is sponsored by the Historical Society. Two earlier “wraparounds” (at Shadeland and King) were sponsored by the Aldershot
Community Honour Roll. The “wrap-around” project is just the latest in a
series of steps aimed at dressing up Aldershot’s main street.
Mural Coming to King Road
As part of the city’s public art plan, $12,000 has been allocated for a mural on King Road adjacent to
the new underpass. The successful artist will be selected shortly with a view toward completion of the
project this fall. The artist will decide in conjunction with the City exactly where the mural should be
located, of what material it will be made and what the subject of the work may be.
OTHER
Alderfest is Coming!
A new community celebration is coming to Aldershot. Mark your calendars for Sunday, June 28, 1-4
p.m. at Bolus Gardens Parkette for "Alderfest" . This is a family fun event to celebrate the people,
activities and services within the wonderful Aldershot community. Entertainment and various
activities are planned for the afternoon, live music, kids activity area, interactive demonstrations,
Rolling Horse bike tune-up clinic, free bbq, draws, giveaways and pick-up games of ball hockey and
much more. Come join us!
Congratulations to Ward One Residents:
Ron Foxcroft who was named Burlington's Citizen of The Year for his major efforts in support of last
year's flood victims.
Susan Fraser who recently received the "Burlington's Best" Environmental Award for her extensive
work with BurlingtonGreen.
And to former resident Chris Schultz who was named to the Burlington Sports Hall of Fame in
recognition of his contributions to the C.F.L., N.F.L. and T.S.N.
Vulnerable Persons Registry
Did you know? Halton Regional Police have an on-line "Vulnerable Person Registry" program. This
voluntary registry is designed to ensure that front line officers have access to vital information when
responding to occurrences involving people with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Other vulnerable groups
may also use the registry such as the families of those suffering from Alzheimers, medical, mental
health or a physical condition. The registry provides police with emergency contact information,
detailed physical descriptions, known routines and the special needs of the individual. The
information assists officers in communicating with, attending a residence of, or dealing with an
individual involved in an emergency.
Public Meetings
Hydro One 2015 Vegetation Management Program PIC
Tuesday, June 23, 7 p.m.
Crossroads, 1295 North Service Rd.
View plans for legislated vegetation and tree removal in Tyandaga along Hydro One corridor.
101 Masonry Crt Proposed Development Public Meeting
Wednesday, June 24, 7 p.m.
West Plains United Church, 549 Plains Rd. W.
326-348 Plains Rd. E. Proposed Development Public Meeting
Thursday, June 25, 7 p.m.
East Plains United Church, 375 Plains Rd. E.
(former Foo Ho, Busy Bee Plaza & Bell Motel site)
View plans for new development proposals in Ward 1. City staff and Developers will attend to answer
questions. Come and share your thoughts.
Ward 1 Drop-In
Thursday, June 25,
1:30 - 3:30 p.m.
Shoppers Drug Mart, 503 Plains Rd. E.
No appointment is necessary. Drop in and meet Councillor Craven one on one.
Community Programs & Events
Music at the RBG:
Red Hot Jazz and Cool Blues Wednesdays
June 17 - September 9, 6 p.m.
Country Tuesdays
June 23 - August 11, 6 p.m.
Royal Botanical Gardens, Hendrie Park
www.rbg.ca
Alderfest
Sunday, June 28 - 1 to 4 p.m.
Bolus Parkette, Plains Rd. & Francis Rd.
Free BBQ, games, activities including ball hockey. Please join us for a fun day.
Sponsored by the Warwick Surrey Community Association and the Aldershot Lions.
Active Aldershot and Full Circle Judo Club Programs
Summer Camp, June 29 - August 28 (9 weeks)
Seniors Bridge Program
1013 St. Matthews Ave
To register call: 905-407-9000 or 905-637-1514
email: [email protected] or [email protected]
Web site: www.fullcirclejudoclub.ca
Canada Day Strawberry Social by the Lake
Wednesday, July 1 - 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Joseph Brant Museum,
1240 North Shore Blvd. E.
Activities include live entertainment, games, festival crafts, heritage activities, museum tours and
much more. Admission is free!