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"WEEKEND STAR" From Page 1 Perry, would then have to enter into a site plan agreement. Throughout the meet- ing, councillors were inun- dated with traffic and environmental reports compiled by various com- panies and consultants. "There were a number of questions raised by res- idents and agencies. We sent the developer back to do more studies to answer those questions," said Jim Dyment, Scugog's planner. "The applicant ~ has now provided the municipality with all the materials they asked for." Doug Allingham, presi- dent of the Totten Sims Hibicki consulting firm, appeared before council where he stated the addi- tion of: a large new Canadian Tire store would "not have any adverse effect on traffic in the sur- rounding areas. v He stated that there would be hardly any new additional traffic on such side streets as Lakeview and Carnegie Avenues as a result' of motorists attempting to avoid the Highway 7A and Simcoe St. intersection. During their observations, Mr. Allingham said his compa- ny's consultants said that infiltration was "extremely low", with only five cars "cutting across the Apple Valley subdivision on one Friday afternoon last sum- mer. ~~ Mr. Allingham also noted that the number of motorists "shortcutting" on Greenway Blvd. to Union or King St. would be "very minimal." Access to the new store would require traffic sig- 'nal lights at Greenway Blvd. However, it was noted that upgrades would need to be done at the Highway 7A-Simcoe St. intersection in the near future regard- less of what happens on that stretch of road lead- ing out of Port Perry. "It can accommodate trips from Canadian Tire and other developments in the short-term, but it will + require some improvements," said Mr. Allingham. "Even without development, it will even- tually operate at capacity. By 2005 we expect it to require some improve- ments, such as left-turn lanes." Gene Chartier, who works with the traffic divi- sion of the Durham Region Works Department, told council that studies con- ducted by regional offi- cials also noted that the development would not be a problem. Stockworth officials also noted repeatedly that they had completed "all the necessary studies. "Each step of the way Stockworth has worked closely with (township) staff and the work has been completed," said Bob Dragicevic, a consul- tant with the develop- ment firm. "It is important that everyone here tonight recognizes that Stockworth has not taken this matter lightly. We have dealt with water, traf- fic and future enlargement issues... we have gone well beyond what is nor- mally required." Mr. Dragicevic pointed out that all studies regard- ing the environmental 1448 Christmas Eve December 24, 2001 6:30pm Celebrate with us! "The Christmas Story" Through the Eyes of the Friendly Beast | A family program for kids of all ages! Candlelight service with carol singing, and refreshments. Hope Church Old Simcoe Rd Prince Albert 905-985-9307 Smoke free & Wheelchair Accessible ® = SU PIZZA, SUBS "&WINGS Watter Sug 005-535-3415 Ji f BOA concerns of building a store near a Class One wetland were "found to be acceptable and satisfacto- ry. n He noted that his com- | pany had made changes to their storm water man- agement plan and have made arrangements to construct a storm water pond on the store site. "We have serious intent to protect the wetland," said Mr. Dragicevic," stressing that the pond "can handle any type of run-off." Ward 2 Councillor Marilyn Pearce defended the township's stance on the project, explaining why council demanded so many reports. "Canadian Tire has never built on a wetland complex of this magnitude before," she said. "We needed that type of detail to make sure we're com- fortable that we've done all we can do to protect "that wetland. "You've done your job 'and we appreciate that." When the floor was opened to questions or comments from the pub- lic, the majority of those who spoke were in favour of the project. Among those voicing concerns with the pro- posed new complex was the Port Perry Business Improvement Area (BIA). "There has .been an overwhelming theme of ° how this development will enhance the downtown core and I don't think it should be approved until we get these questions satisfactorily answered," said Doug Brown, noting that if this project is approved it will almost double the amount of retail space in the Port Perry area. "Most people live here to escape large malls. We have the last active down- town in the region and it will decline to mediocrity with (businesses on the fringe of town). The decline of our downtown will have a detrimental effect on our community." FRIDAY, DECEMBER 21, 2001 - § Developer has addressed all concerns, say councillor Stockworth officials pledged to erect signs to attract shoppers to the downtown core. As the evening wrapped up, Councillor Pearce noted that the township "sometimes make compromises that we don't want to do. Residents have made it clear to us that they want more shopping opportuni- ties hile tei ay not fit with what et "There is still a long road to go: with official plan amendments and rezoning," she said. _Duting a recorded vote, all members of council voted in favour of sup- porting the:amendments to the region' s official plan except for Ward | Councillor Lavy, Sorigan. coming summer. By J. Peter Hvidsten- Weekend Star Organizers for the Jack Cook Classic fast pitch tournament are excited about the Already six teams, three from Canada and three from the U.S.A, have signed on and another four are expected soon. Dave Kay, speaking on behalf of the group, told couricil that with a full slate of senior teams from two countries they expect to double the number of specta- tors coming to Port Perry this summer. The Classic takes plac each July and Classic way to promote Scugog Tc Townshiy will be one of the three largest ments held in Onto this. ufmmer, pro-: viding more than $i 0.000 in 'prizes, said. Mr. Kay. Bob Abbot, another mem committee, said that. people like fome to Scugog to play. =" AG Council felt the tournament was a great way to promote tourism and recreational uses togetherThe Classic is held each year in honour of Jack Cook, a Port Perry resident who was heavily involved in local and provincial ball programs for many years. He Pateed away four years 2%. ke: 0. x a " £ a 0 of ¥ a Or Ro w Computer Spedials 905-655-366] o Pece DiZ2a an } LO] SOR RU SN AAR Lr AE 4 : 8 FAAS eat a £ r | Holiday Waste and Recycling Collection Schedule GARBAGE & RECYCLING MUST BE OUT BY 7:00 AM. 'There is no change to your. gollestion Ynless indicated. . 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