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durhatnregion.com Page 2 ♦ THE CANADIAN STATESMAN ♦ April 5,2006 CMmgtm Leading the Way ^ 905-623-3379 What's on this page • Public Notices • Aquatic Criteria • Upcoming Municipal Events • Road Closures • Information Centres • Job Postings • Tenders info@clarington.net MAYOR'S CORNER HOMETOWN OF SOMMER WEST! Sommer West may not be a name that you are familiar with unless, of course, you have a daughter who loves to play hockey. Sommer is the grand-daughter of successful successful (local) business man Tom Cowan Cowan and is a forward with the Beatrice Aeros in the 7 year old National Women's Women's Hockey League (NWHL). The ' NWHL is the highest level of women's ice hockey in the world. It is currently made up of all Canadian teams but there are plans to expand into the US in the coming seasons. The 2006 season came to a close recently for Sommer and her team mates which means they won't be competing for the ,national championships championships scheduled for April 15, 2006 in Brampton (Brampton Thunder take on the Montreal Axion). Despite this disappointment, Sommer's Sommer's individual effort has been recognized. recognized. She has been named the "NWHLhockey.com Offensive Player of the Year." Sommer finished the season with 28 goals (1 st) and 27 assists (2nd) in 35 games. According to Aero's Co- Coach Stephanie White, Sommer is an all-around player and leader who has proven herself to be a valuable asset to the Aero's organization organization and to the National Women's Hockey League. When not playing hockey, Sommer excels at her second sport - baseball. She is an all-star short stop and represented her country (and home town) at the 2000 Olympic Summer Games in Sydney Australia. I extend my personal congratulations to Sommer, Sommer, on her achievements past, present and future. Clarington is proud to be your Home Town! 2006 INTERIM TAX BILLS REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL SEALED REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP), clearly marked as to contents, for the following requirements listed below, submitted to the Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington, Office of the Clerk, 40 Temperance Street, Bowmanville, Ontario, L1C 3A6, will be received until the specified closing time and date RFP 2006-2 SUPPLY OF CONCESSION BEVERAGES Closing Time & Date: 4:00:00 P.M (LOCAL TIME) WEDNESDAY, APRIL 12TH, 2006 This Request for Proposal is for the supply and delivery of various concession beverages for concession outlets operated by the Municipality of Clarington. The lowest or any proposal not necessarily accepted. Sandra McKee SeniorBuyer Telephone: (905) 623-3379 REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL SEALED REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP), clearly marked as to contents, for the following requirements listed below, submitted •to the Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington, Purchasing Department, 40 Temperance Street, Bowmanville, Ontario, L1C 3A6, will be received until the specified closing time and date. RFP 2006-5 CONSULTING SERVICES - COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT - STRATEGIC PLAN Closing Time & Date: 4:00:00 P.M (LOCAL TIME) WEDNESDAY, APRIL 19TH, 2006 This Request for Proposal is for Consulting Services for the Development of a departmental Strategic Plan for the Community Services Department. The lowest or any proposal not necessarily accepted. Mrs. Lou Ann Birkett, C.P.P., A.M.C.T. Purchasing Manager Telephone: (905) 623-3379 CAREERS The Municipality of Clarington is currently hiring for the following following position(s). For complete job descriptions, please visit myfiGliirlnaton.net/htdocs/careers.html Assistant Lifeguards/Instructors Submission Deadline: Please quote File #32-06 5:00 pm, April 20 Outdoor Pool Cashiers Submission Deadline: Please quote File #31-06 5:00 pm, April 20 Part Time Clerk 1 (Community Serv) Submission Deadline: Please quote File #30-06 " ' ' Skateboard Supervisor Please quote File #18-06 Mobile Skateboard Park Staff Please quote File #18-06 Summer Camp Counsellors Please quote File #17-06 Summer Camp Supervisor Please quote File #17-06 Summer Camp Lead Counsellor Please quote File #17-06 To be considered, all applications must be submitted to the Human Resources Resources Division of the Municipality of Clarington. Failure to do so may result in an application not being received in time for consideration. 5:00 pm, April 14 Submission Deadline: 5:00 pm, April 24 Submission Deadline: 5:00 pm, April 24 Submission Deadline: 5:00 pm, May 1 Submission Deadline: 5:00 pm, April 24 Submission Deadline: 5:00 pm, May 1 2nd INSTALLMENT FOR ALL PROPERTY CLASSES ARE DUE: Thursday, April 20,2006 METHODS OF PAYMENTS ACCEPTED From the Convenience of Your Own Home: Internet & telephone banking payments are accepted at most Financial Institutions. We are generally listed as "Clarington Tax" and your 15 digit Roll Number beginning and ending with zero is required for setup. Banks: Tax payments accepted at most Financial Institutions when accompanied with your tax bill - a banking fee may apply. By Mail: Please send your cheque to the Municipality of Clarington 40 Temperance St. Bowmanville Ontario L1C 3K6. Postdated cheques ARE accepted. For your convenience there is a drop box on the north side of the building. In Person: You may pay your taxes at the Municipal Administrative Centre. We do also accept interac/debit payments. Please present your entire tax bill for receipt. Pre-Authorized Payment Plan: The Municipality of Clarington offers taxpayers the opportunity to pay their taxes on a monthly basis free of administration charges. Pre-authorized payments are deducted from the taxpayer's account on the 1st day of each month. Some terms and conditions do apply. Further information and forms available on our website at www.clarington.net Failure to receive a Tax Notice does NOT eliminate the responsibility for the payment of taxes and penalty. If you are responsible for paying paying Property Taxes and do not receive a bill please contact the Tax Department at (905) 623-3379. PLEASE NOTE: THE MUNICIPAL ADMINISTRATION CENTRE WILL BE CLOSED GOOD FRIDAY, APRIL 14 AND EASTER MONDAY, APRIL 17,2006 Tax Department (905) 623-3379 Attention Responsible Pet Owners Our 2006 DOG AND CAT LICENCE Door to Door Campaign has begun! Effective March 22, 2006, Clarington dog and cat licences will be sold door to door by a sales representative of Animal Licencing Services Inc. Every sales representative shall have their municipally issued identification identification card prominently displayed. Payment at your door will be accepted in the form of cash or cheque. The Clarington Animal Services By-law requires that all dogs and cats be licensed licensed each year. Responsible pet ownership, is encouraged with reductions • in the licence fee for neutered/spayed, rabies vaccine and microchipping. Licensing revenues assist us in providing the following valuable services: • Easy reuniting of dogs and cats to their owners if the animal is wearing a current tag.. • Public education initiatives in schools and within the community. • The feeding, sheltering and safe keeping of impounded or surrendered animals. • Our pet adoption program. Be sure to protect your pet by purchasing your 2006 licence! If you' require any further information; please contact 'durciarington ■ Animal Shelter at (905) 623-7651. ' . - Anne Greèntree, B.A., A.M.C.T. ' ' ; Deputy Clerk PUBLIC INFORMATION CENTRE ROAD RECONSTRUCTIONS, BOWMANVILLE LOWE STREET - Temperance Street to Centre Street TEMPERANCE STREET - Wellington Street to Lowe Street The Municipality of Clarington in cooperation with the Region of Durham Durham is proposing improvements to the above noted streets. Lowe Street and Temperance Street are included in the Municipality's 2006 Capital Budget and Forecast. A Public Information Centre will be held to discuss the proposed reconstruction reconstruction of the above mentioned streets to an urban standard with the installation installation of concrete curb and gutter, concrete sidewalks, grassed boulevards, replacement of existing storm sewers, sanitary sewers and watermains. Design proposals and concepts are based on recommendations from the Old Bowmanville Neighbourhood Streetscape and Infrastructure Implementation Implementation Plan prepared in March, 2001 in consultation with area residents. The Information Centre will be held on Wednesday, April 12, 2006 from 5:00 ; p.m. to 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at the Municipal Administrative i Centre, 40 Temperance Street, Bowmanville. You are cordially invited to attend the Information Centre. Preliminary design drawings will be available for your review and staff will be on hand to answer questions. Your knowledge of the area and input can provide valuable information for finalizing the design plans. If you are. unable to attend and require further information you may contact the undersigned with any input, questions or concerns. Bruno Bianco, P.Eng. Design Engineer Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington Community Cornerj KENDAL COMMUNITY CENTRE SPRING HO DOWN Saturday, APRIL8 at 9:00 PM-1:00 AM. Featuring music ., by Friendly Fire. Tickets: $25.00/coUple available from any Board Member. DURHAM EAST SOFTBALL ASSOCIATION-REGISTRATION April 8,9 AM -1 PM - Courtice Community Complex Ajprll 8,8 AM -12 noon - South Courtice Arena April 8,3 PM - 7 PM - South Courtice Arena April 8,10 AM - 2 PM - Newcastle Town Hall www.durhamea»t»ofttall,Pgm Kendal Lions Club PANCAKE BREAKFAST Sunday, APRIL 9,9:00 AM - Noon, . Kendal Community Centre Adults $5, Children $3, Under 5 - Free CLARINGTON BOARD OF TRADE is hosting their ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING AND AWARDS CEREMONY on APRIL 13,2006 at The Clarington Beech Centre. What better way to celebrate I then honouring Business Longevity in i Clarington. If you have been operating your business in i Clarington for 10,15,20,25 etc. years please ! contact the Clarington Board of Trade office at 905-623-3106 or email Chelsea at < April 1,2006. For ticket information and registration for the dinnèr visit our website àt Clarington Board of Trade at 905-623-3106. CLARINGTON OLDER ADULT ASSOCIATION presents Smile Theatre "Popcorn Princess" Wednesday, APRIL 12,1:30 PM Tickets $10 Please purchase in advance 905-697-2856 Euchre Extravaganza Saturday, APRIL 15,3:00 PM $10 tickets Please purchase ip advance. Social Dance Friday, APRIL 21,1-4 PM $3 Members, $4 Nori-members DID YOU CHANGE YOUR BATTERIES IN YOUR SMOKE ALARM? On Sunday, April 2, we changed our clocks ahead by one hour. Did you change the batteries in your smoke alarm too? It could save you and your family! Reminders: Install new batteries of the proper type. Check to ensure that the battery is of the type recommended by the manufacturer. Smoke alarms identified identified by the manufacturer as requiring alkaline batteries should have only alkaline batteries installed, otherwise the smoke alarm may fail to operate. operate. Rechargeable batteries should not be used in smoke alarms unless the manufacturer has specifically recommended such use Smoke alarms need cleaning. Vacuum the exterior of the smoke alarm with a household vacuum cleaner. A brush attachment may assist in removing accumulated dust on the cover of the device. If specifically recommended by the manufacturer, open the battery cover on battery operated smoke alarms and gently vacuum the circuit board. . CAUTION; For smoke alarms that are,AC, powered, some manufacturer's manufacturer's specify that the power supply.to the smoke alarm circuit be disconnected disconnected (normally a separate breaker or fuse at the main panel) before vacuuming. AC powered smoke alarms should only be vacuumed externally externally and no attempt should be made to open the case. Be sure to follow the manufacturer's instructions at all times. Remember to restore the power supply when the.cleaning is completed All smoke alarms (A/C powered or batteiy-operated) should be tested using using the test device located on the smoke alarm or another test method recommended by the manufacturer.The alarm signal should sound during this test. If interconnected smoke alarms are installed, all smoke alarms should sound the alarm when any one of the smoke alarms is tested. Smoke alarms should be replaced if: The smoke alarm does pot sound an alarm during the test (after it is confirmed that the battery is fully charged or the AC power supply is not disconnected). > • The exterior of the case is physically damaged. •The exterior case is painted. • The unit is covered with smoke stains, heavy grease or dirt accumulations. • The smoke alarm causes frequent false alarms that are not the result of cooking or steam. • Batteries show evidence of leakage or corrosion. • The smoke alarm is more than 10 years old or has exceeded the manufacturers recommended life cycle. The deadline is coming... f iiiiAii[iiii remember to submit your nomination forms for this M llll ll) year's Clarington Sports Hall of Fame. Nomina- tijUJ. (V * lions close May 1 stl Nomination forms are availa- ' A ble from the Town Hall and the Rickard Recreation Complex, For further Information please contact: Clarington Community Services Department at (905)623-5728. PUBLIC INFORMATION CENTRE ROADWAY STRUCTURE UPGRADES RECONSTRUCTION OF BRIDGES, CULVERTS AND ROAD APPROACHES VARIOUS LOCATIONS The Municipality of Clarington will be enhancing vehicular traffic movement movement on a number of roads through improvements to five (5) bridges and one (1 ) culvert at the following locations: Bridges: Cedar Park Bridge, Cedar Park Road Geo. A. Stephen Bridge, Stephens Mills Road Lot 28/29, Concession VI, Vannest Road Colwill Bridge, Old Scugog Road Lot 21, Concession VII/VIII, Concession Road 8 Culverts: Lot 9, Concession V/VI, Concession Road 6 Structures 1-3 and Culvert 6 will entail complete replacement and minor upgrading of road approaches. Structures 4 and 5 will be rehabilitated including including replacement of the bridge deck. Structural appraisals carried out in 2004 identified these structures as those most in need of attention. Replacement of these structures will improve road safety, emergency response time, remove load restrictions, allow for improved road maintenance and Improve general traffic circulation. A Public Information Centre will be held to discuss the proposed design of these structures on Wednesday, April 12,2006 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m in the Council Chambers at the Municipal Administrative Centre, 40 Temperance Temperance Street, Bowmanville. You are cordially Invited to attend the Information Centre, Preliminary design design drawings will be available for your review and staff will be on hand to answer questions. Your knowledge of the area and input can provide valuable valuable Information for finalizing the design plans. If you are unable to attend and require further Information you may contact the undersigned with any input, questions or concerns. This project has received Financial Assistance from the Governments of Canada and Ontario under the Canada - Ontario Municipal Rural Infrastructure Infrastructure Fund (COMRIF). Bruno Blanco, P.Eng. Design Engineer Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington www.clarington.net DURHAM REGIONAL POLICE More ATV enforcement coming... Facts: , AT Vs are the fastest growing recreational I vehicle on the market.. ' The rate of off-road motor vehicle injuries in Durham Region is far greater than the provincial provincial average. In 2002, an 18-year-old Whitby man and an eight-year-old Pickering youth died in separate unrelated ATV accidents in Durham Region. The Durham Regional Police will be increasing their ATV enforcement strategy as, the warmer weather approaches. For more information on ATV riding go to drps.ca and click on know where to ride" Constable Keith Richards Traffic Safety Coordinator, Durham Regional Police. .--A jjoUc u&, (o>i o#v Ojun jT 7:00 - 8:30 PM~ 40 TEMPERANCE 8TIVHT. BOWMANVILLE Join your Mayor, Official», Municipal Staff and Local community groupotnget an Inside look (minaum > J(f\h | <n(l