Get votes in for Grimsby’s top garden

Voting for Grimsby’s top garden is still open, but the window closes on the garden club’s contest this Saturday, Aug. 19.

The Top 5 in the running are:

• 14 Bell Ave, Marg & Ken Styles;

• 31 Golf Woods, Dr. Susan & David Manuel;

• 243 Main St. E., Jerry & Judy Heeringa;

• 42 Maple Ave., Susan Sorman, and;

6 Sunnylea Cres., Tom & Laurie Ann Braun

Residents can cast ballots by going to: grimsby.ca

Notice of Intention to Designate

TAKE NOTICE THAT the Council of the Corporation of the Town of Grimsby intends to designate 123 Main Street West to be of cultural heritage value or interest under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act:

123 Main Street West

THE REASON for the proposed designation is to recognize the architectural value of the building in context of its contribution to the heritage character of the Town of Grimsby.

Robert Dolmage built his Italianate house on the top of the hill overlooking the intersection, showcasing the wealth and prosperity of the family. The house stands prominent within its landscape, and is the only example of a red brick Italianate building within the immediate surroundings. Historic newspaper clippings refer to the intersection as “Dolmage corner”. At one time the property was known for its beautiful gardens that were established and tended to by the daughters of Robert & Frances Dolmage.

FURTHER INFORMATION can be found at: https://www.grimsby.ca/en/parks-recreation-culture/heritage-properties.aspx

ANY PERSON may within thirty days of the publication of this notice, send by registered mail, or deliver to the Town Clerk of the Corporation of the Town of Grimsby his or her objection to the proposed designation, together with a statement of the reasons for the objection and all relevant facts. When a Notice of Objection has been received, the Council of the Corporation of the Town of Grimsby will refer the matter to the Ontario Land Tribunal for a hearing.

FURTHER INFORMATION respecting the proposed designation is available from the municipality by contacting Bianca Verrecchia, Heritage Planner: Email: bverrecchia@grimsby.ca Phone: (905)945-9634 Ext. 2122

THIS NOTICE PUBLISHED on the 17th day of August, 2023. Bonnie Nistico-Dunk, Town Clerk Town of Grimsby

160 Livingston Avenue Grimsby, ON, L3M 0J5

Notice of Intention to Designate

TAKE NOTICE THAT the Council of the Corporation of the Town of Grimsby intends to designate 482 Main Street West to be of cultural heritage value or interest under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act: 482 Main Street West

THE REASON for the proposed designation is to recognize the architectural value of the building in context of its contribution to the heritage character of the Town of Grimsby.

The small brick structure built in the Regency style with its deep setback has largely remained unchanged since its construction in the mid-1800s. The property is associated with the Smith family, a very notable and important family within the Niagara Region.

FURTHER INFORMATION can be found at: https://www.grimsby.ca/en/parks-recreation-culture/heritage-properties.aspx

ANY PERSON may within thirty days of the publication of this notice, send by registered mail, or deliver to the Town Clerk of the Corporation of the Town of Grimsby his or her objection to the proposed designation, together with a statement of the reasons for the objection and all relevant facts. When a Notice of Objection has been received, the Council of the Corporation of the Town of Grimsby will refer the matter to the Ontario Land Tribunal for a hearing.

FURTHER INFORMATION respecting the proposed designation is available from the municipality by contacting Bianca Verrecchia, Heritage Planner: Email: bverrecchia@grimsby.ca Phone: (905)945-9634 Ext. 2122

THIS NOTICE PUBLISHED on the 17th day of August, 2023.

Bonnie Nistico-Dunk, Town Clerk Town of Grimsby

160 Livingston Avenue Grimsby, ON, L3M 0J5

Kindred Spirits presented at Nelles Manor on Sunday

This Sunday, Aug. 20 at 2:00 p.m. Nelles Manor will play host to Kindred Spirits, a program with music, poetry, and letters. Experience Georgian parlour life on the lawn of a 225-year-old Upper

Canada Manor - at 126 Main St. W., in Grimsby. You will be taken back to a time when friends and family would gather and present their talents and news. The price for the event is by donation only. Bring your own chair.

Notice of Intention to Designate

TAKE NOTICE THAT the Council of the Corporation of the Town of Grimsby intends to designate 400 Main Street West to be of cultural heritage value or interest under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act:

400 Main Street West

THE REASON for the proposed designation is to recognize the architectural value of the building in context of its contribution to the heritage character of the Town of Grimsby.

The dwelling at 400 Main Street West was constructed by Robert Owen Smith in 1913, the house was built so that he no longer had to commute from his home on Kerman Ave. Roberts father (Sardis), and Grandfather (John), farmed the land and Roberts son Donald and grandson Duncan farmed the land after him. Collectively the six generations of Smith farmers worked the property for over 200 years, historically linking the parcels and buildings to John Smith, the original Crown land grant recipient.

FURTHER INFORMATION can be found at: https://www.grimsby.ca/en/parks-recreation-culture/heritage-properties.aspx

ANY PERSON may within thirty days of the publication of this notice, send by registered mail, or deliver to the Town Clerk of the Corporation of the Town of Grimsby his or her objection to the proposed designation, together with a statement of the reasons for the objection and all relevant facts. When a Notice of Objection has been received, the Council of the Corporation of the Town of Grimsby will refer the matter to the Ontario Land Tribunal for a hearing.

FURTHER INFORMATION respecting the proposed designation is available from the municipality by contacting Bianca Verrecchia, Heritage Planner:

Email: bverrecchia@grimsby.ca

Phone: (905)945-9634 Ext. 2122

THIS NOTICE PUBLISHED on the 17th day of August, 2023. Bonnie Nistico-Dunk, Town Clerk Town of Grimsby

160 Livingston Avenue Grimsby, ON, L3M 0J5

NOTICE OF PASSING - HERITAGE DESIGNATION BYLAW

23-66

TAKE NOTICE that Grimsby Town Council passed Designation By-law 23-66 on Aug 8th, 2023 which designates the building known municipally as 129 Main Street West., under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act, R.S.O. 1990, c.O.18, as amended, as a property of cultural heritage value or interest.

IF YOU WISH TO APPEAL TO THE ONTARIO LAND TRIBUNAL (OLT). An appeal of the Designation Bylaw for the Property may be made by filing a notice of appeal with the Town Clerk, Objections should be directed to Bonnie Nistico-Dunk, Town Clerk, P.O. Box 159, 160 Livingston Avenue, Grimsby ON, L3M 4G3. Within thirty days of Aug 17th, 2023.

Appeals to Tribunal shall include:

1. A notice of appeal setting out the objection to the by-law.

2. The reasons in support of the objection.

3. Accompanied by the fee charged by the Tribunal.

AN APPEAL CAN BE FILED BY, Any person who objects to the by-law may appeal to the Tribunal by giving notice to the Tribunal and the clerk of the municipality, within 30 days after the date of publication a notice of appeal setting out the objection to the by-law and the reasons in support of the objection, accompanied by the fee charged by the Tribunal.

FURTHER INFORMATION A copy of the bylaw and background information about the application is available from the municipality by contacting Bianca Verrecchia, Heritage Planner: Email: bverrecchia@grimsby.ca Phone: (905)945-9634 Ext. 2122

THIS NOTICE PUBLISHED on the 17th day of August, 2023.

Bonnie Nistico-Dunk, Town Clerk Town of Grimsby 160 Livingston Avenue Grimsby, ON, L3M 0J5

NOTICE OF PASSING - HERITAGE DESIGNATION BYLAW 23-67

TAKE NOTICE THAT Grimsby Town Council passed Designation By-law 23-67 on Aug 8th, 2023 which designates the building known municipally as 103 Mountain Road., under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act, R.S.O. 1990, c.O.18, as amended, as a property of cultural heritage value or interest.

IF YOU WISH TO APPEAL TO THE ONTARIO LAND TRIBUNAL (OLT). An appeal of the Designation Bylaw for the Property may be made by filing a notice of appeal with the Town Clerk, Objections should be directed to Bonnie Nistico-Dunk, Town Clerk, P.O. Box 159, 160 Livingston Avenue, Grimsby ON, L3M 4G3. Within thirty days of Aug 17th, 2023.

Appeals to Tribunal shall include:

1. A notice of appeal setting out the objection to the by-law.

2. The reasons in support of the objection.

3. Accompanied by the fee charged by the Tribunal.

AN APPEAL CAN BE FILED BY, Any person who objects to the by-law may appeal to the Tribunal by giving notice to the Tribunal and the clerk of the municipality, within 30 days after the date of publication a notice of appeal setting out the objection to the by-law and the reasons in support of the objection, accompanied by the fee charged by the Tribunal.

FURTHER INFORMATION A copy of the bylaw and background information about the application is available from the municipality by contacting Bianca Verrecchia, Heritage Planner: Email: bverrecchia@grimsby.ca Phone: (905)945-9634 Ext. 2122

THIS NOTICE PUBLISHED on the 17th day of August, 2023.

Bonnie Nistico-Dunk, Town Clerk Town of Grimsby

160 Livingston Avenue

Grimsby, ON, L3M 0J5

Kim named new CAO

Former Grimsby town clerk

Sarah Kim has been named the municipality’s new chief administrative officer.

Kim has a legal background with several years municipal experience and has held senior administrative roles in the public sector as well as having extensive academic background.

“Sarah Kim has brought great leadership to the role of CAO, and will continue to lead the Town’s staff and provide advice to council with her exemplary leadership skills, professionalism, and communication skills,” said Mayor Jeff Jordan.