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COMMUNITY NEWS VOLUME 50 ISSUE 25
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Council declines request for monitoring agreement By Patrick Raftis MAPLETON - Township council has declined to ratify an agreement for a bridge reconstruction monitoring program requested by an indigenous group for a project on Sideroad 17 near Glen Allan. The bridge in question is a 1920s-era bowstring style arch bridge just east of Wellington Road 45. “The structure is in very poor condition with public concerns [about] safety,” notes a staff report from public works director Sam Mattina. The report, presented to council on June 13, indicates, “The condition of the concrete and reinforcing steel had reached the point where it is incapable of safely carrying emergency service vehicles or school buses. The township is required to keep its bridges safe and in a state of repair that is reasonable in the circumstances. The bridge is currently restricted to vehicles under two tonnes, which is effectively single passenger vehicles.” The work is approved for 90% provincial funding, up to $1,268,561. As part of a municipal class environmental assessment (MCEA) required for the project, the township
must engage the public, including any local indigenous groups in the notification awareness process and respect any indigenous land rights, cultural values and environmental issues that may exist. This bridge falls within the treaty lands of the Haudenosaunee indigenous group, which has expressed concern the MCEA process does not adequately address their interests with respect to land rights and environmental concerns. The Haudenosaunee are concerned there is not enough provincial oversight during the construction phases of projects. They indicated an interest in having project monitors from the Haudenosaunee Development Institute (HDI) present during construction “to ensure that the environmental mitigation measures are being followed properly and that cultural resources are preserved,” the report explains. The group is requesting initial project funding of $3,000, plus expense and other associated fees. Mattina’s report notes the window of opportunity for the township to receive the approved provincial funding for the bridge is tied to a start date of the detailed design
and construction. “Without funding the township will struggle to financially replace this bridge,” the report states. “The township may be liable in an action for negligence if it does not meet its duty of care. Entering into this monitoring agreement with the HDI Group will respect the requirements of the MCEA, the Haudenosaunee indigenous group as well as ensure the … project remains on schedule for the 2017 construction season, therefore ensuring the dissemination of the approved provincial funds.” Councillor Lori Woodham asked if the funds paid for monitoring would be eligible for the 90 per cent provincial funding, “or is this something we would be responsible for.” “Absolutely the cost of this work would be eligible for funding,” replied CAO Brad McRoberts. Woodham also asked how council could be sure of the final cost of the monitoring, given the agreement includes hourly rates for a variety of work. McRoberts explained the township would be agreeing to provide the initial $3,000 for HDI to review the project then provide a cost estimate
Show and Shine - ABOVE: Raechel Weed of Harriston helped friends Brad and Nancy Crozier of Palmerston display their 1999 Plymouth Prowler at the 21st Annual Mapleton Custom Rodders Show and Shine on June 16 at the Moorefield Ball Park. Over 200 vehicles were on display at the event. Proceeds from the show go to the Palmerston and District Hospital Foundation. LEFT: Ralph and Sheila Adams of Atwood with their 1956 Ford C-500 truck. BELOW: Brian James of Conestogo Lake brought a 1956 Chev panel truck and a Hummer-style vehicle. Photos by Caroline Sealey
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Maintenance facility completed within budget, report indicates By Patrick Raftis MAPLETON – The town$5.5-million new ship’s municipal maintenance facility was completed under budget, with about $15,000 to spare, according to a final cost summary presented to council on June 13. The report from CAO Brad McRoberts indicates the final tally for project was $5,540,879, $15,590 under the total project budget of
On budget - A final report indicates the new Mapleton public works maintenance facility on Sideroad 16 was completed on budget. Community News file photo $5,556,469. The report states the facility is “substantially completed,” with the only out-
standing expenses including the purchase of chairs for the training room and guest chairs for the offices.
the of portion “A Measures Emergency “Materials and Supplies budget ($1,500) will also be
used as the training room will be used as an Emergency Operations Centre. Staff will ensure that the additional chair purchases are less than a combined $17,090,” the report states. The project will be funded through a combination of insurance proceeds, reserves, reserve funds, debenture, and County of Wellington contribution for shared service costs for a maintenance facility the county is building
on the same site to replace the existing county facility in Drayton. “The discussions on the final shared services cost with the county are ongoing and once finalized a subsequent report will be provided outlining the final debenture requirements,” the report explains. “Kudos to the staff for keeping under budget,” said Mayor Neil Driscoll. SEE FACILITY » 3
Six local groups receive funding from Drayton citizen’s association DRAYTON - In 1971, the Village of Drayton was in need of a medical facility. A group of dedicated residents formed the Drayton and Community Citizens’ Association to raise funds for the project. Their goal was accomplished in 1972 with
the building of the Drayton Medical Clinic. In 1988, the association sold the clinic to two doctors for $120,000. In the spirit of using these funds to benefit local residents, the association made it its mission to support local groups and organizations.
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Each year an ad is placed in the Community News inviting written requests for monetary support. The association has handed out donations totalling over $210,000. This year funds were awarded to the Palmerston and District Hospital
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Foundation, New Life Counselling, Drayton Minor Hockey, Mapleton Nursery School, Drayton Legion and Big Brothers and Sisters. An additional donation was made in honour of the late Jean Campbell, a longserving member of the com-
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mittee, to the Mapleton Historical Society. Anyone who would like to join the association, wants more information on receiving a donation, or who is interested in exploring the charitable giving opportunities may contact:
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