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The Standard
SPRING REGISTRATION FAIR
Thurs., Feb. 28, 2013
Saturday, March 2nd from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
at the Scugog Community Recreation Centre (1655 Reach St., Port Perry) MEETINGS, PROCLAMATIONS AND APPOINTMENTS Council / Committee Meeting Schedule March 4th
• General Purpose & Administration Meeting - 1:30 p.m.
March 5th
• Scugog Seniors Advisory Committee Meeting - 9:30 a.m.
March 18th
• General Purpose & Administration Meeting - 1:30 p.m.
March 19th
• *Blackstock Recreation Advisory Committee - 6:30 p.m. *Meeting will be held in the Cartwright Old Town Hall (13940 Old Scugog Rd., Blackstock)
March 20th
• Scugog Heritage & Museum Advisory Committee Meeting - 7:00 p.m. The meetings noted above are open to the public and will be held a the Municipal Office (181 Perry St., Port Perry) unless noted differently.
Proclamations for the month of March • World Down Syndrome Day - March 21st • Red Cross Month
Economic Development Advisory Committee (EDAC) News
EDAC Initiatives Underway North Durham Economic Development Strategy – Brock, Uxbridge and Scugog are working together with the Durham Region’s Economic Development and Tourism staff to develop an economic development strategy to identify initiatives to strengthen the economic vitality of communities within North Durham. The initiative began in 2012 and is scheduled to be brought forward at the March 18th GP&A Committee meeting. This document will result in the development of individual action plans for each municipality. For information on this and other EDAC initiatives please contact 905-985-7346 ext. 116 or email lfitton@scugog.ca.
PUBLIC NOTICES Congratulations - Diamond Jubilee Recipients
Erin O’Toole and the Township of Scugog Mayor & Council proudly presented Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medals at a ceremony held on February 20th. The event acknowledged the contributions and achievements of the recipients. Recipients recognized include: Paul Arculus, Stewart Bennett, Ivan Dejong, Kathy Dudley, Rodd Foster, Chief Tracy Gauthier, Ellen Greenough, Ted Griffen, Lynn Hodgson, Peter Hvidsten, Ginger Jackson, Joyce Kelly, Marion Lee, Bill McKee, Ilean Pugh, Jamie Ross, Irwin Smith and John Wolters. Congratulations and thank you to all the recipients!
Interim Tax Billing
The 2013 Interim property tax bills have been mailed. Taxes are due and payable on: • February 25, 2013 • April 25, 2013 If you have not received your tax bill please contact the tax office 905-985-7346 Ext 102 and 106. Failure to receive a tax notice does not excuse a taxpayer from responsibility for payment of the taxes, nor relieve the assessed owner of liability for any penalties or interest due to late payment.
Pre-Authorized Tax Payment Plan
The Finance Department is now accepting registration for the Pre-Authorized Tax Payment Plan for 2013. Application can be made at the Finance Department accompanied by a void cheque
Parking Reminder
Please remember that between December 1st and April 1st parking is PROHIBITED on any street in the
PUBLIC NOTICES Township between 2:00 a.m. and 6:00 a.m. Vehicles are subject to ticketing and towing should they be found interfering with snow plowing operations. Please do not park on the streets as it makes plowing operations difficult and ineffective.
Bridge Closure – Scugog Line 8 - Important Notice Scugog Line 8 from Highway 7/12 to Old Simcoe Road will be closed (effective immediately) for bridge repair until further notice. For information please contact the Township of Scugog Public Works Department at 905-985-7346 x112 or e-mail works@scugog.ca.
2013 Burn Permits Available
Burn Permits available at the Township of Scugog Fire Administration (30 Crandell Street, Port Perry). The annual permit costs $25.00. Permits are issued to property owners only – tenants or workers must bring written, signed authorization from property owner. The Township of Scugog Fire Department wishes to remind all residents that a burn permit must be obtained prior to burning. . For a complete list of all restrictions and requirements for burning within the Municipality, please visit our website www.scugog.ca or call Fire Administration at 905-985-2384. A pamphlet entitled “Open Air Burning – What You Need to Know” is also available at Fire Administration (30 Crandell Street) and at the Township Office (181 Perry Street).
Scugog Sports Hall of Fame - Nominations
Nominations are being invited for consideration and induction into the Scugog Sports Hall of Fame. Nomination categories include; Athlete, Team and Builder. Nomination Forms and Criteria Information are available at the Township Municipal Offices and the Scugog Community Recreation Centre or visit the Township Website at www.scugog.ca Nominations will be received until Friday, May 31, 2013 at the Municipal Office or can be mailed to: Scugog Sports Hall of Fame Committee c/o Community Services Department 181 Perry Street, PO Box 780 Port Perry, Ontario L9L 1A7 Contact, Lindsay Burnett, Administrative Assistant, Community Services Department, 905-985-7346 ext 120, email: lburnett@scugog.ca.
Scugog Chamber of Commerce Business of the Year Awards
Nominations are now being accepted for the 2012 Scugog Chamber of Commerce Business of the Year Award – the awards recognize businesses which best exemplify the spirit and success of our business community in 2012. Deadline for nominations is March 15th, 2013 at 4:00 p.m. For eligibility and nomination forms visit www.scugogchamber.ca. The Business of the Year Awards will be presented at the Business Awards Evening Social on March 21st.
STUDENT EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY 2013 Engineering Student
The Township of Scugog will be accepting applications/ resumes for an Engineering Student until 4:30 p.m. on March 15, 2013. Visit www.scugog.ca to view the posting and qualifications, copies of the posting are also available at the Municipal Office (181 Perry St., Port Perry). Please submit a detailed resume/application addressed to Lisa Fitton, Executive Assistant to the CAO, Township of Scugog, 181 Perry St., PO Box 780, Port Perry, ON L9L 1A7. Email: lfitton@scugog.ca or fax to 905-985-9914. We thank all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The Township of Scugog is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
RECREATION Spring Registration Fair - March 2nd
Join us on March 2nd from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. at the Scugog Arena as the Township of Scugog Community Services Department will be hosting the semi-annual registration fair.
Daytime Program Change
Please Note that Effective March 4th, 2013 Adult Skating Scheduled at Noon on Thursdays will be moved to Mondays from 12 Noon to 12:50 p.m. Senior Men’s Shinny will be offered Thursdays from 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.
March Break Camp: March 11th - 15th
Discovery Camp: Different theme each day (3-6 years) Adventure Camp: Different theme each day (7-12 years) Wednesday trip: Enchanted Castle and Swimming at Uxpool. For more information on any of the above programs, or events please contact Shawna at 905-985-8698 ext. 101 or email scornish@scugog.ca.
Winter Public Programs at the Scugog & Blackstock Arenas Public Skating Schedule: Blackstock Arena Wednesday - 3 to 5 pm Sunday- 2 to 4pm Scugog Arena Wednesday - 5 to 6 pm Sunday - 1 to 2:30 pm Take Your Heart for a Walk Program – Indoor Walking Program • Scugog Community Recreation Centre – Monday to Friday from 7:45 to 9:30 a.m. • Blackstock Recreation Centre – Monday and Wednesday from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. For a complete program schedule visit www.scugog.ca or contact 905-985-8698.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Seasonal Parks Attendant
The Township of Scugog has a Seasonal Parks Attendant opportunity available from May 1st to October 31st, 2013 within the Public Works and Parks Department. Visit www.scugog.ca to view the posting and qualifications, copies of the posting are also available at the Municipal Office (181 Perry St., Port Perry). Please submit a detailed resume / application addressed to Lisa Fitton, Executive Assistant to the CAO, Township of Scugog, 181 Perry St., PO Box 780, Port Perry, ON L9L 1A7. Email: lfitton@scugog.ca or fax to 905-985-9914. Consideration will only be given to resumes received by 4:30 p.m. on Friday, March 15, 2013. We thank all applicants and advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The Township of Scugog is an equal opportunity employer.
Municipal Offices 181 Perry Street, PO Box 780 Port Perry, ON, L9L 1A7 Hours of Operation: Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m Phone: 905-985-7346 / Fax: 905-985-9914 After Hours Township Road Issues: 905-434-2173 / Email: mail@scugog.ca Website: www.scugog.ca