Drayton Community News May 26, 2017

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COMMUNITY NEWS VOLUME 50 ISSUE 21

DRAYTON, ONTARIO

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Consulting firm engaged on urban design guidelines for Community Improvement Plan By Patrick Raftis MAPLETON – Council here has authorized staff to retain the services of Stempski Kelly Associates Inc. to facilitate creation of urban design guidelines for the municipality’s Community Improvement Plan (CIP). Council accepted the company’s proposal for up to $9,837 plus HST at the May 9 meeting. The company scored the highest on a ranking scale out of three submitting proposals. “The next step in implementing the CIP is to have urban design guidelines in

place to support the consistent approach in the development of financial support programs for storefront business in Mapleton’s downtown cores,” states a report from economic development coordinator Martin Bohl. “Designing urban guidelines will support a consistent approach in façade and building improvements, signage updates, landscaping, greenscaping, accessibility and sustainability within the approved CIP.” The report indicates council has approved $15,000 for design-related projects in 2017. The remainder of the funding will be allocated to a municipal signage plan.

Future support for the CIP will be discussed at budget meetings, the report notes. Moving on It was also noted at the May 9 meeting that Bohl will be moving on from his contract position in Mapleton. He has accepted a position with the City of Brampton. Bohl has been working in Mapleton on a contract position since November, filling in for the economic development coordinator Jaclyn Dingwall, who is currently on leave. Bohl thanked councillors for their support during his time in Mapleton. “It’s been a great experience,” he stated.

Kinsmen set for third Smoke N’ Sounds Festival By Caroline Sealey DRAYTON - The Drayton Kinsmen are gearing up for their annual summer fundraiser. Now in its third year, the Smoke N’ Sounds Festival will feature a barbecue competition along with live bands, a truck show and a pub night. Club officials say the festival, set for June 9 to 11, will be a weekend of great tunes, great events and great cooking, featuring world class barbecuing. Sanctioned by the Kansas City BBQ Society (KCBS), over 20 professional teams from Canada and the United

States will participate in a four-meat cook off. Friday night will feature a pub night in the beer gardens with chicken wings on the menu. Patrons are asked to vote for their favourite wings and the fan favourite will be announced at the end of the evening. Landlines will be performing live music on the stage. As the competition teams have their smokers warmed up on Friday, festival attendees are encouraged to ask questions of the competitors, possibly gaining some valuable tips on backyard barbecuing. New, old, custom and stock pickup trucks will be

on display on Saturday, starting at noon. Pickup truck owners wanting to show off their vehicle have an opportunity to win prizes in a wide range of categories, including: Best Lifted Truck, Best Rims and Tires, Best Stock Truck, Best Custom Truck, Best Light Package. Pickup truck owners will have the opportunity to showcase their skills in the Trailer Back Up Speed Heats. At 2pm on Saturday judging takes place in the Whole Hog Competition. Pork lovers are encouraged to sample the freshly-barbecued pork and vote on their favourite SEE KINSMEN » 4

Emergency preparation - Wellington County emergency management assistant Heather Lawson discussed the contents of an emergency preparedness kit with Community Christian School students Liberty Thalen, Iris Nieuwland and Kaeley Parker at the Safe Kids Day at the PMD arena on May 18. Students from area schools attended the annual event, which focuses on all aspects of safety from electrical to bicycle. Additional photos on page 3. Photo by Caroline Sealey

Building department issues permits for $5.2 million for April By Patrick Raftis MAPLETON – The value of construction in Mapleton last month exceeded April of last year, although the number of permits was lower. Chief Building Official Patty Wright reported at the May 9 council meeting that the township issued 25 permits in April for construction valued at nearly $5.2 million.

In April of 2016, 35 permits were issued for construction valued at just under $3.9 million. Year to date the township has issued 87 permits for construction valued at $14.5 million, compared to 94 permits for about $9.7 worth of construction to this point in 2016. Agricultural construction continues to drive the numbers, with 11 permits issued

in April for $3.5 million worth of agricultural buildings. So far in 2017, 48 permits for just over $10 million worth of agricultural construction have been issued. Wright noted the April figures are slightly below the five-year average for the month, but year-to-date figures are within the five-year range. “I have no concerns,” Wright told council.

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Eyes view birds - After attending a birding workshop at the Drayton library on April 19, participants decided to put their newfound birding skills to use outdoors. Members of the group from Mapleton Township, under the guidance of workshop leader Susan Warren, took a bird tour of local properties on May 17, identifying and photographing birds common to the area. The group plans to conduct another bird tour in the fall. Photo by Caroline Sealey

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