'The business that considers itself immune to the necessity for advertising sooner or later finds itself immune to business." Derby Brown In accordance with the Municipal Electons Act 1996, as amended, Halton Region is seeking applicants for a new volunteer Committee whose goal is to ensure financial accountability and increase public transparency during election periods. The Committee will function for a four-year term beginning on December 1, 2010. Municipal Election Compliance Audit Committee Purpose: This Committee will be responsible for considering and determining whether to grant or reject ail applications requesting a compliance audit of a candidate's election campaign finances in accordance with the Municipal Elections A ct (MEA) and in accordance with the procedures established by the Regional Clerk under the provisions of the MEA. Members Needed: Three members with qualifications or knowledge in finance/accounting, public administration or law, or knowledge of campaign financing rules under the MEA. To be scheduled upon receipt of a Compliance Audit Application Susan Lathan, Regional Clerk, 905-825-6000 ext. 7254 Please consult Halton's website www.halton.calaudit for detailed information about this opportunity, including qualifications sought and ineligibilities. To apply: Applications are available through Halton's website at www.halton.calaudit or by request via e-mail to regionalclerk@halton.ca, or from the Office of the Regional Clerk, Halton Region, 1151 Bronte Road, oakville, during business hours from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday. Compieted applications must be received at the Office of the Regional Clerk no later than Friday, June 25, 2010, at 4:30 p.m. Completed forms may be submitted on-line, by mail, e-mail or by fax to 905-825-8838. Applicants shall be contacted for an interview with Members of the Administration and Finance interview Committee. Selected applicants will have their names forwarded to Regional Council for formai endorsement. Susan Lathan Regional Clerk June is Seniors Monthl June is Seniors Month and this is a great time to give thanks to ail the volunteers who are members of the Halton Region Eider Services Advisory Committee (ESAC). ESAC provides Regioflal Council with the perspective, and most importantly, the voice of seniors in Halton. To honour Seniors Month, the Eider Services Advisory Committee planned Gary carr the Celebrating Seniors event, and i know that many seniors in Halton Regional chair appreciate the work that the committee does to bring them together for that event. ihis year marks the 25th Anniversary of the Regional Eider Services Advisory Committee and I'd like to recognize ail those that have participated on the committee, and ail the seniors in our community that have helped to make Halton a great place to live, work, raise a family and retire. June 23 9:30 a.m. Regiona JuIy 6 9:30a.m. Heahhi July 7 9:30 a.m. Plannirn Jhv7 130Dnm. Adminis l council i social services committee i & Public Works committee tratior & Rinance committee Tax Notice Ratepayers of the Town of Milton are reminded that the first installment of c the 2010 Final Tax bill will be due on Wednesday, June 30, 2010. If you require information about taxes, please contact the Corporate Services, Tax Division at 905-878-7252 ext. 2193, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday to Friday. Tax payments must be received by The Town of Milton on or before the due date to avoid penalty. A late payment charge of 1.25% will be charged on the first day of default and on the first day of each calendar month in which the default continues. It is the responsibility of the ratepayer to ensure that the taxes are paid by the due date, even in the event that the bill is not received by mail,. Payments can be made la the following manner: ~- By mail: Tax Division, 150 Mary St. Milton, ON, L9T 6Z5. ~- By phone/internet through most banking institutions (please contact your financial institution for details). - Between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. at Corporate Services, Cashier Services, Town Hall. Payment by cheque, cash or direct debit is available. Credit Card is not accepted for payment. - At most financial institutions in Ontario. » By deposit into the After Hours Drop Box, Town Hall. ~- Cheques are payable to the Town of Milton. ~- Please contact the Tax Division for details regarding the Pre-Authorized Tax Payment program. * Thore are two After-Hours Drop Boxes; thbse can be found outside the. main doors faclng Mary Street and facIng King Street Public lnvited to Comment on 2011 Budget Priorities Milton residents are invited to attend the Budget Committee meeting on Monday, June 21 to provide input into.the priorities for the 2011 Operating and Capital budgets. A presentation will be made at the beginning of the meeting to introduce the 2011 budget process. Date: Monday, June 21, 2010 Time: Immediately following the Administration & Planning Standing Committee meeting which is scheduled to begin at 7:30 p.m. Location: Council Chambers, Town Hall West 150 Mary Street, Milton To provide your input, please register as a delegation by filling out a Delegate Request Form. The form can be picked up at the Clerks' Office (Town Hall West, 150 Mary Street, Milton, L9T 6Z5) or on the Town of Milton website, www. milton.ca. Completed forms must be submitted to the Clerk's Office or faxed to 905-876-5022 by 10 a.m. on June 21. Comments in writing are also welcome and may be directed to Sheryl Hili, Senior Manager, Finance at Town Hall East, 150 Mary Street, Milton, L9T 6Z5, or at sheryl.hili@milton.ca. Meetings: Contact: