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8- The Oakville Beaver Weekend, Saturday May 10, 2008 www.oakvillebeaver.com SHARING THE SPIRIT Continued from page 3 · Kiara Zuchkan -- St. Joseph School, Oakville: Kiara is a student who exemplifies the Gospel values in all that she does. Her Catholic leadership qualities are an inspiration to everyone she works with, whether it be adults or students. She continuously perseveres in both her family and school commitments. Melissa Noronha -- St. Luke School: Melissa is an outstanding student, who demonstrates the Gospel values in her daily actions. She is a positive role model for all. · Meredith Karcz -- St. Matthew School: Meredith excels at exemplifying her Catholic leadership qualities through her willingness to help people at school, as well as setting a positive example for all through her active involvement in various school activities. She shows commitment and dedication to her Catholic faith through her involvement in the school, community and parish. · Anna Longrigg -- St. Michael School: Anna is a Grade 8 student, who has attended St. Michael School since Junior Kindergarten and during that time has consistently been a role model for others. She successfully balances a solid academic standing with athletics and a number of other extracurricular pursuits, while always maintaining the highest level of respect towards staff and peers alike. · Christopher Vergara -- St. Thomas Aquinas Secondary School: In addition to being an outstanding student, Christopher has demonstrated strong leadership in his role as a school prefect and president of the student council. · Emily Johnson - St. Vincent School: Emily exhibits many qualities that make her an ideal recipient of the Sharing The Spirit Kiara Zuchkan St. Joseph Melissa Noronha St. Luke Meredith Karcz St. Matthew Anna Longrigg St. Michael Award. Her positive attitude and commitment to her work and faith is always evident. She willingly helps fellow students as well as staff and she is an active member of the school, her parish, as well as in her community. · Megan McNevitts - Holy Trinity Secondary School: In addition to Megan's several personal successes, she truly "shares the spirit" because of her ongoing commitment to helping all those around her achieve their personal best. Christopher Vergara St. Thomas Emily Johnson St. Vincent Megan McNevitts Holy Trinity Vision ­ To be the most livable town in Canada PUBLIC WORKSHOPS Be part of Oakville's future. Plan to attend these workshops and help shape the new Official Plan. Public Workshop dates: Kerr Village Revitalization Study & Kerr Street Area Traffic Study Opportunity & Potential Community Planning Options May 14, 7 ­ 10 p.m. June 17, 7 ­ 10 p.m. Oakville Arena, Kinsmen Pine Room, Date/Time/Place TBA 133 Rebecca Street Bronte Village Revitalization Study Opportunity & Potential May 21, 7 ­ 10 p,m. Harbour Banquet & Conference Centre Harbour Room 3 2340 Ontario Street Midtown Oakville Study Vision & Business Plan May 21, 7 ­ 10 p.m. Holiday Inn Oakville, Ballroom 590 Argus Road Community Planning Options June 18, 7 ­ 10 p.m. Royal Canadian Legion, Bronte 79 Jones Street The purpose of each workshop will be for landowners and interested residents to discuss the preliminary analysis of the study area as it relates to land use, infrastructure, urban design and transportation. Input gathered will be considered in the formulation of recommendations for new Official Plan policies, future infrastructure improvements and implementation mechanisms that will guide future land use. For information please contact the following Study planners: Tricia Collingwood 905-845-6601 ext. 3833 tcollingwood@oakville.ca Kirk Biggar 905-845-6601 ext. 3968 kbiggar@oakville.ca Ita Waghray 905-845-6601 ext. 3264 iwaghray@oakville.ca Lesley Gill Woods 905-845-6601 ext. 3261 lgillwoods@oakville.ca Lesley Gill Woods 905-845-6601 ext. 3261 lgillwoods@oakville.ca Let's Talk Please join us at one of the following public consultation sessions: Saturday, May 10 from 9 a.m. to 12 noon Oakville Centre Lobby and Studio Theatre 130 Navy Street, Oakville Monday, May 12 from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Iroquois Ridge Community Centre, North Ridge Meeting Room 1051 Glenashton Drive, Oakville For those who cannot attend the meetings in person but would like to provide input, surveys will be available on-line from May 1st through the 18th at www.oakville.ca/cultureliveshere.htm or by hardcopy through local libraries and community and seniors centres. To participate, please RSVP to culturalplan@oakville.ca or call 905-845-6601 ext. 3758. For more information about Oakville's Cultural Planning process, visit www.oakville.ca/cultureliveshere.htm. Culture lives here...now tell us how we can improve it. Help spread the word! Tell us what you really think. Culture builds our economy and makes our lives richer. Culture defines us. Tell us what you really think about the role of culture in our community. Thursday, May 15 from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Central Library Auditorium 120 Navy Street, Oakville Thursday, May 15 from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Sir John Colborne Recreation Centre for Seniors 1565 Old Lakeshore Road, Oakville