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PAGE 4 THE CANADIAN STATESMAN, FEBRUARY 21,2001 A hot new device is here BY JENNIFER STONE Staff Writer A new $70,000 device purchased by lakeshore area fire depart ments may help firefighters deal with dangerous situations. A flash-over training simulator, simulator, formally called a Live Fire Training System, will help firefighters train to contend with the type of flashover fire situation similar similar to what was shown in the 1991 movie 'Backdraft.' The device, paid for by fire departments in Oshawa, Clar- ington, Whitby, Pickering and Ajax, was set up last week at Clarington Animal Animal Services in Bowmanville. The simulator will help "train firefighters to show what flashover is, the early signs, how to deal with them, and how to protect themselves," says Clarington divisional fire chief Gord Weir. The training implement deals with problems fire- . fighters often have dealing with fires in more modern and tightly- sealed homes, built using more synthetic products. In such a building, "fires tend to grow quickly, get hotter (and produce) more toxic smoke," says Chief Weir. As well, firefighters tend to get to fires more quickly than they did in past, meaning fires haven't been burning long enough to get a chance to vent, says the chief. Sometimes, Sometimes, in such situations, "everything in the room gets to the temperature where it's ig- nitable," begins to give off vapour, and soon ignites, causing a flashover. "It's just'like a massive massive ball of flames," notes Chief Weir. Though the device was purchased purchased by the lakeshore area fire departments, departments, it will be available to firefighters in the northern municipalities of Durham, on a cost-recovery basis. The chief says lie hopes each Clarington firefighter will have a chance to go through the simulator at least once annually. annually. "I think it's just adding to their safety if they can identify identify what's happening happening in the early stages," notes Chief Weir. CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF INTENTION TO DESIGNATE The Municipality of Clarington Intends to designate the following lands and premises as properties properties of architectural and historical value under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act, R.S.O. 1999, Chapter 0.18: 5277 Main Street. Orono This c 1916 home has been constructed with a combination of architectural elements. The gable roof and front porch roof, both with return eaves, are representative of the Classic Revival period, while the round arch window In the gable, basket arched windows of the first and second stories, and the wide eaves are common to the Italianate period. Built In the stretch bond pattern of brick work, this early 1900s home is recommended for designation for various exterior and interior architectural features. 5161 Main Street. Orono This two storey structure was built In 1899 by Thomas Doncaster and his son, Edgerton. Edwardian in style, it contains a front facing balcony and rear facing dormer. Italianate features features are also evident In its paired and carved eave brackets, double front entrance door, and round top first floor window. The first occupants of the home were George Harris Linton and his wife, Alfretfa, and upon its completion the local newspaper deemed it worthy of description. description. The longest residents were Almerick and Martha (Trull) Gamsby and family. Almerick was a noted hunter In the area and his trophies adorned the front porch for many years. It Is recommended for designation for various exterior and interior architectural features. 3335 Lambs Road ' This traditional Ontario farmhouse was constructed In 1890 by the Prout family. The house was once part of the Model Dairy, run by the Luxton family who were the second owners of the home. A small milk house, with the cooling pits for the milk cans, still exists Clarington CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON PUBLIC NOTICE on the property. The home has a centre gable with a finial, which is common to the farmhouse farmhouse style. It still retains Its original clapboard siding, two over two sash windows, and Interior Interior woodwork. It is recommended for designation for various exterior and Interior architectural architectural features. 4525 Concession Road 5 This L-shaped Victorian farmhouse typifies the Gothic Revival form of architecture with Its gables, dormer, bargeboards, finlals and elaborately decorated porch and veranda. Built In 1889, the house still retains Its original metal shingled roof. The drive shed, bam and chicken chicken coop are also well preserved and are assumed to have been constructed during the same period. All four structures are recommended for designation for their architectural features. Any person may, within thirty (30) days of the publication of this notice, send by Registered Mail or deliver to the Municipal Clerk of the Municipality of Clarington, notice of his or her objection to any of the proposed designations, together with a statement of the reasons for the objection and all relevant facts. If such a notice of objection Is received, the Council of the Municipality of Clarington shall refer the matter to the Conservation Review Board for a hearing. Dated at the Municipality of Clarington this 21 st day of February 2001. Patti L. Barrie, A.M.C.T. Municipal Clerk Municipality of Clarington 40 Temperance Street Bowmanville, Ontario L1C 3A6 CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON PUBLIC NOTICE The Community with Future 8 2001 INTERIM TAX BILLS (For All Property Classes) FIRST INSTALLMENT: SECOND INSTALLMENT: THURS., MARCH 8, 2001 THURS., APRIL 26, 2001 TO AVOID LINE-UPS PLEASE CHOOSE ONE OF THE VARIOUS PAYMENT OPTIONS LISTED ON THE FRONT OF THE TAX BILL THAT IS CONVENIENT FOR YOU. If you are responsible and have not received you Tax Bill, please contact the Municipal Tax Office. Failure to receive a Tax Notice does NOT eliminate the responsibility for the payment of taxes and penalty. Tax Department (905) 623-3379 CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON PUBLIC NOTICE APPOINTMENTS TO THE CLARINGTON AGRICULTURAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE At a meeting held on February 12, 2001, the Council approved the formation of the Clarington Agricultural Advisory Committee (CAAC). The CAAC is a volunteer advisory committee whose goal It Is to assist the Municipality in Its efforts to identify, review, discuss and make recommendations recommendations to Council on agriculture and agricultural related Issues. The Committee will consist of nine (9) members who will be appointed for a term of three (3) years to coincide with the terni of Council. The members of the Committee will be appointed as voluntary representatives of a particular Interest group, agency or organization or as members at large, as follows: iw Durham Federation of Agriculture Representative (1) w Two agricultural representatives from each ward (a total of 8) The Municipal Council Liaison will be Councillor Gord Robinson. If you are Interested In appointment to this Committee, please submit an application to the Municipal Clerk by 4:30 pm, Friday, March 16,2001. Application forms are available at the Municipal Administrative Centre. SPRING AQUATIC REGISTRATION The registration process for all those interested in registering their child (ren) in the spring session of Aquatic programs from Aqua Tots 1 to Aqua Quest Level 12 may do so as follows: FITNESS CENTRE - BOWMANVILLE Location: Garnet B. Rickard Recreation Complex COURTICE COMMUNITY COMPLEX - COURTICE Location: Courtice Community Complex DATE: Saturday, March 17, 2001 TIME: 9:00 am to 11:00 am NOTE: Ongoing registrations will be accepted commencing on Monday, March 19, 2001 at the Community Services Department. A late fee of $5.00 will be assessed as of Monday, March 26, 2001. PRIVATE & SEMI-PRIVATE REGISTRATION DATE: Commencing Tuesday, March 20,2001 TIME: 8:30 am to 4:30 pm LOCATION: Community Services - Town Hall Please note - Proof of Clarington residency will be requested (drivers licence, tax or hydro bill) FOR INFORMATION CONTACT The Community Services Department at (905) 623-3379 CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON PUBLIC NOTICE MARCH BREAK PROGRAMS The Community Services Department is pleased to offer children ages 4 and up THE OPPORTUNITY TO PARTICIPATE IN OUR FANTASTIC PROGRAMS DURING March Break Extravaganza Pay-Samp- Enjoy activities such as arts and crafts, swimming, skating, sports and games. Theme days include... Monday - Feathered Friends Tuesday - Music Makers & Skate at RRC Wednesday - Drama Day Thursday - Hallowe'en Party Friday - Pyjama Day & Swim at CGC Day Trips Monday - Royal Ontario Museum & Swim at CCC Tuesday - Planetarium Wednesday - Metro Zoo Thursday - CN Tower & Wheelies Friday - Ontario Science Centre Specialty Camps (full week required) BABYSITTING COURSE (12 yrs and up) Successful participants will obtain Babysitting Certificate. Other activities include swimming, day trip, and leading activities with Ithe Day Camp program. AQUATIC ADVENTURES (9 yrs and up) Activities Include snorklling, waterpolo, swimming, swimming, day trip and certification In B.OA.T. Course. March 12th - March 16th Everything You Need To Know Program Hours Both programs run from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm. Extended Care Is provided In two periods per day - one prior to program (7:30 to 8:30 am) and one following program (4:30 to 5:30 pm). Children may register for one or both of the care periods. Extended Care fee Is $5.00 per day. Costs Day Camp Day Trirs/Specialty Camps Single Day $30.00 Single Day $50.00 . Full Week $85.00 Full Week - $140.00 The Community with Future CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON I "Snow Removal" By-law 93-144 As Amended By-law 93-144 as amended regulates the clearing away and removal of snow and ice from roofs of buildings and from sidewalks within the Municipality and states as follows: Every owner/occupant is to ensure sidewalks abutting their property are cleared of snow/ice within 12 hours after a fall of snow, rain, or hail. In the event of a fall of snow has an accumulation in excess of 20cm„ the 12 hour time frame for clearing away snow will be extended to 36 hours. If the sidewalk remains slippery, suitable material must be spread to alleviate the hazard. Sidewalks must be kept free of slippery surfaces, snow, slush or Ice, between falls of snow, rain or hail. The Municipality may have the work done and the resulting cost assessed against the owner. No notice be given prior to any work being carried out. With everyone's adherence to these requirements and everyone's diligence in carrying out the necessary work, our sidewalks will remain accessible and safe for children, the elderly, the handicapped and anyone who has occasion to use them during the winter months. Garinetofl The Community with Future L7 CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON PUBLIC NOTICE 2001 MUNICIPAL GRANT PROGRAM The Municipal Grant process was initiated to assist organizations with funding for programs and services not provided by the Municipality. Applications for the Municipal Grants are now available for local organizations that provide social, recreational, civic, and or facilities that directly benefit the Municipality of Clarington and its residents. Applications can be picked up at: Community Services Department Municipal Administrative Centre 40 Temperance Street Bowmanville, Ontario Monday - Friday (8:30 am - 4:30 am) APPLICATIONS COMPLETED IN FULL WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR A 2001 GRANT IF RECEIVED ON OR BEFORE FRIDAY. MARCH 2. 2001.