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•T he I FP • H al to n H ill s •T hu rs da y, N ov em be r 7 , 2 01 3 18 With the exception of personal information, all comments will become part of the public record of the study. The study is being conducted according to the requirements of the Municipal Class Environmental Assessment, which is a planning process approved under Ontario's Environmental Assessment Act. Environmental Assessment Study Notice of Public Information Centre #2 Mississauga Road, Old Main Street, Bush Street, Winston Churchill Boulevard and Olde Base Line Road The Project The Region of Peel is undertaking a Schedule 'C' Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (EA) to develop a road design that addresses safety and pavement condition de�ciencies on Mississauga Road, Old Main Street, Bush Street, Winston Churchill Boulevard and Olde Base Line Road. The approximate limits of the project area are illustrated on the map. The EA will review and recommend solutions to address: • road safety deficiencies • sight lines that do not meet standards • pavement condition deficiencies • road drainage problems • parking • pedestrian and cycling needs. This EA will not be considering road widening or increasing the number of lanes and will provide a solution that meets the needs of all road users and maintains the rural character of the community. The Process The Class EA process includes: • public and agency consultation • an evaluation of road improvement alternatives • an assessment of the possible environmental effects of the improvements • the identification of reasonable means to mitigate any adverse impacts Public Information Centre Two Public Information Centres (PICs) have been planned for this study. The first PIC (May 9, 2013) sought feedback on the Draft Problem Statement, Preliminary Alternative Solutions and Preliminary Evaluation Criteria. The second PIC will consist of an Open House, where you can speak with different team members about your specific concerns. The PIC will provide an overview of what we have heard and the technical work completed to date. Please join us at this PIC to share your opinions on: • Alternative design concepts developed by the study team • Evaluation of alternative design concepts • Preliminary recommended design concept The Project Team members will be present to answer questions and discuss the next steps of the study. The second PIC is scheduled for: Date: Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2013 Time: Open House 4:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Location: Caledon Country Club, 2121 Olde Base Line Road, Caledon Comments and Information Please visit our website: peelregion.ca/pw/transportation/environ-assess/mississauga-road-bush.htm for updates on this project. Comments and information regarding the study are being collected to assist the Region of Peel in meeting the requirements of the EA Act. This material will be maintained on file for use during the project and may be included in project documentation. Gino Dela Cruz Project Manager, Region of Peel 10 Peel Centre Drive, Suite B, 4th Floor Brampton, ON L6T 4B9 Tel: 905-791-7800 ext. 7805 Fax: 905-791-1442 Email: Gino.DelaCruz@peelregion.ca Asha Saddi Technical Analyst, Region of Peel 10 Peel Centre Drive, Suite B, 4th Floor Brampton, ON L6T 4B9 Tel: 905-791-7800 ext. 7794 Fax: 905-791-1442 Email: asha.saddi@peelregion.ca Tyrone Gan Project Manager, HDR 100 York Boulevard, Suite 300 Richmond Hill, ON L4B 1J8 Tel: 289-695-4622 Fax: 289-695-4601 Email: Tyrone.Gan@hdrinc.com The Region of Peel is committed to ensure that all Regional services, programs and facilities are inclusive and accessible for persons with disabilities. Please contact the Project Manager if you need any disability accommodations to participate in the PIC. This notice �rst issued November 4, 2013. GOLD CANYON CANDLE CO INVITES YOU TO OUR OPEN HOUSE AND CRAFT FAIR "Come and enjoy the Scents and Tastes of the Holiday Season" Saturday November 9th, 2013 2:00pm to 8:00pm **Stop in anytime** at the Limehouse Memorial Hall 12389 Fifth Line, Limehouse Featuring the scents of Gold Canyon, the tastes of Victorian Epicure, Yarn Headz, Homecrafts, Centerpieces, Gift baskets and much more! Friday, Nov. 8 Georgetown Rug Hooking Guild: is hold- ing a demonstration and display until Sunday, Nov. 10 in the downstairs lobby of the George- town Library. Georgetown Little Theatre presents Skin Flick at John Elliott Theatre, evenings at 8 p.m. and matinee (Nov. 10) at 2 p.m. Opens Nov. 8, runs Nov, 9-10, 13-16. All single and subscrip- tion tickets can be purchased through the JET Box Office, 905-877-3700, www.haltonhills.ca/ theatre/ Veteran's Breakfast: 7:30 a.m. at Ares Res- taurant, hosted by The Rotary Club of George- town. Info: Linda, president@rotarygeorgetown- on.ca or www.rotarygeorgetown-on.ca. Friday Night Supper: 6-7 p.m. hosted by the Ladies Auxiliary at the Georgetown Legion. Menu: Spaghetti & Meatballs & Caesar salad. Cost $6/person, dessert $1 extra. Friday night euchre: 7 p.m. at the George- town Legion. Admission $2. Acton Legion euchre: 7:15-9:45 p.m. at the Acton Legion. Admission $2. Saturday, Nov. 9 Christmas Craft and Bake Sale with Silent Auction and Tea Room: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at St. Andrew's United Church. Over 40 vendor tables of local business vendors, crafters, and artisans selling Christmas items, products or gifts. Si- lent Auction includes some high end brand new furniture, lighting, new merchandise and hand- made items. Info/list of auction items and ven- dors: 905-877-4482 or www.standrewsuc.ca. North Halton Kitten Rescue has kittens and young cats for adoption to approved homes, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Pet Valu, 235 Guelph St. Georgetown. Adoption fee of $160 includes: spay/neuter, first vaccinations, parasite treat- ment, microchip and a bag of food. Kittens for adoption can be previewed at www.NHKR.ca or call Barb 905-873-8547. Men's Breakfast: Be filled with good fellow- ship and food at Bethel Church, 365 Queen St. E., Acton. Cost $3. More CALENDAR, pg. 19 COMMUNITY CALENDARKids Camp: The November 22 PD Day is coming up fast and St. George's Church, 60 Guelph St., is again offering Kids Camp, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The theme is the Everywhere Fun Fair with games, crafts, science activities, storytelling, snacks and lunch, all for $20 per child. Kids Camp is for children, ages 4-9. Contact 905-877-8044 for a registration form or go to www.stgeorgesgeorge- town.com and scroll to the bottom of the page to PD Camp for downloadable registration form. Completed forms with payment can be dropped off at the church office (call for office hours).

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