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12 - Orono Weekly Times Wednesday, January 18, 2006 -V A ■■■ijbM:- y"f.- Z Z '• E. j v- ' ! » v£* ,V" - • .. » kSMM BajA TSa Ta h B 1C V... Æ Vi F tS VÎ 7 " v: y? 1111M i III I te.> : biwmwBbMEB CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON www.clarington.net 905-623-3379 •5=*' 22S22I3322ZZ33 CLARINGTON'S 2005 BUDGET In most communities "stewardship" "stewardship" has come to mean taking care of the environment. In Clarington, stewardship is reflected in improved water quality quality in local streams and creeks, wildlife corridors, management of our community forests, conservation areas and valley lands. But stewardship stewardship is more about the people involved in ensuring that these areas are protected and enhanced for future generations. Fortunately Clarington has a number of volunteer groups and agencies involved in stewardship activities. Since 2002 Council has allocated funds to assist groups with stewardship projects on municipal lands. Examples of these projects are: • Plantings in the Bowmanville valley along the pathway from Spry Avenue north. • Creek crossing in Bowmanville valley in partnership partnership with Valleys 2000 and Courtice Secondary School students. • Boardwalk behind Courtice Complex in partnership partnership with Courtice Secondary School students. • Plantings in Soper Creek valley along the pathway pathway from Visual Arts Centre north to Hobbs Avenue, in partnership with Valleys 2000 and Bowmanville High School students, All of these stewardship activities are on municipally owned properties, have in-kind contributions (labour and/or materials) and meet the overall concept plan for the area. It has taken time to build awareness that funding funding is available for stewardship projects on municipal properties. Stewardship of our municipally owned natural natural areas is something that we are very interested in expanding. For non-municipal stewardship projects staff will direct individuals or groups to stewardship programmes programmes provided by other agencies. To help with the development of a larger volunteer base and assist the existing groups in developing their stewardship stewardship goals, the Municipality will be hosting a workshop workshop in early February. This workshop will be delivered by Evergreen a national non-profit environmental organization with a mandate to bring nature to our cities through naturalization projects. Evergreen motivates people to create and sustain healthy, natural outdoor spaces and gives them the practical tools to be successful successful their core programs. For more information about Evergreen visit www.evergreen.ca. If you are interested interested in becoming involved or would like to attend the workshop, contact Faye Langmaid, Manager of Special Projects in the Planning Services Department. It is only by working in partnership with volunteer groups that the Municipality will be able to continue to protect and manage the wonderful natural spaces that contribute contribute to the great quality of life we have in Clarington. Ride 'iV Win Contest! For the entire month of January the Durham Region Transit (DRT) prize mobile will be riding around Durham Region looking for riders wearing DRT Ride 'n' Win buttons. If you're spotted wearing your button, you could win a DRT prize pack filled with goodies or one of our many prized including: DRT tickets, DRT passes, hats, pins, lanyards, cups, t-shirts, magnets and more! Don't miss your chance to win...pick up your button I today...from your Bus Operator or any ticket sale location. NOMINATIONS ARE TV " WÊÊÊÊ requested for the launch of the Thérèse Casgrain Volunteer Award to commemorate the work of Thérèse Casgrain and honour those who have demonstrated a lifelong commitment to volunteering. The award is presented annually to two Canadians, a man and a woman, to recognize the voluntary contributions of men and women from communities across Canada whose pioneering spirit, social commitment and persistent endeavours have contributed contributed . significantly to advancing a cause and the well-being of their fellow citizens. If you are interested in submitting a nomination for this award, please contact the Municipal Clerk's Department for more information. The submission deadline is February 1,2006. The Clarington Animal Shelter Staff members would like to thank our community for all its kindness and generosity again in 2005. Our year end was brightened brightened with so very .many Christmas donations for the animals, as well as kind words, cards and photos from pet owners and caring citizens. We all really \ appreciate the support we receive from our community community and we take pride in the local, commitment to the animals in our care. Thank you again on behalf of the Staff and Animals at the Clarington Animal Shelter! - Z Clarington Animal Shelter fi- 1; 33 Lake Road, Bowmanville Gmigoil 90 5 623-7651 Welcome 2006! Come start thé New Year off right with a huge dance blow out! Come on out to the Clarington Pre Teen Dance!!! For: Teens grade 5 to 8 Price: $ 8.00 per ticket Date: Friday January 27 2006 Time: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Location: Courtice Community Complex ( Parents must come into the complex to pick up their child(ren) ) COMING EVENTS CLARINGTON OLDER ADULT ASSOCIATION SOCIAL DANCE - FRIDAY. JANUARY 2Q. MS Enjoy an afternoon of dancing to live country music and refreshments. 1:00 - 4:00 PM Cost: $3 Members $4 Non-members Call Jo-Anne at the Clarington Beech Centre 905-697-2856 Wmÿm ■ m ! Clarington Older Adult Association Adults 55+ Starting January 2006 ^ Some of the great classes include: Fitness - Painting - Chair Yoga - Qgong-Tai Chi - Pilâtes - Computers and Digital Photography - Dancing - Piano Lessons - AND MUGH MORE! ' " v ui m 'Tr. , N- * Classes vary in length (8-10 weeks) Cost: $35-$48 !l%, For more information contact: Jo-Anne Spena at 905-697-2856 |jj Worried about your next big Presentation? TOASTMASTERS CAN HELP! You can learn in a self-paced atmosphere of about thé Clarington Board of Trade Toastmasters ai^j our unique Communications and Leadership program, Contact: Rob Kloosterman, Membership Coordinator 905-434-8400 Smoke Alarms are Required on • Every Level of Your Home! IT'S THE LAW! IT'S A SOUND YOU CAN'T LIVE WITHOUT! Check and Test Your Smoke Alarms Monthly 7 For more information about • Smoke Alarms contact the Fire Prevention Division of the Clarington Emergency and Fire Services 905-623-5126