TOWNSHIP OF SOUTH STORMONT
Contact Information
Town Hall
Telephone: 613-534-8889 or 1-800-265-3915
Fax: 613-534-2280
Address: 2 Mille Roches Road, PO Box 84, Long Sault, ON K0C 1P0
Email Address: info@southstormont.ca
Council
Mayor Bryan McGillis 613-937-3116 mayor@southstormont.ca
Deputy Mayor Tammy Hart 613-984-2543 tammy.farms@xplornet.com
Councillor Cindy Woods 613-537-2977 cindy_woods@xplornet.com
Councillor Barry Brownlee 613-537-9753
Councillor Richard Waldroff 613-537-8226 rwaldroff@bell.net
Regular business hours: Monday to Friday from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
Latest news and information: visit www.southstormont.ca.
April 2013 Council Meeting Dates
April 8 at 4:30 PM
April 10 and 24 at 7:00 PM
The public is welcome to attend.
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NOTICES
COUNCIL ADOPTS 2013 Budget
Council gives notice of its intention to pass a by-law to levy and adopt the 2013 tax rates at the April 10, 2013 regular meeting, or on a subsequent meeting date.
Town Hall Closure
The Town Hall will be closed Friday, March 29 (Good Friday) and Monday, April 1 (Easter Monday). Staff will be available at 8:30 AM on Tuesday, April 2.
Celebrate the joys of Easter and time with family~
Garbage and Recycling
On Friday, March 29 recycling and garbage collection will be one day later – Saturday, March 30. There will be no change to your recycling or garbage collection the week of April 1-5.
Landfill Site
Due to the Easter holiday, the landfill site will be closed on Friday, March 29 (Good Friday) and will re-open on Saturday, March 30 from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM
2013 Household Waste Management Calendar
This year’s calendar will be available soon. Please refer to the 2012 calendar for March and April, 2013 or visit our website and click on “Waste Collection Schedule” to view the calendar.
2013 Household Hazardous Waste Days
The Township of South Stormont and the City of Cornwall have an agreement for Township residents to dispose of both hazardous waste and e-waste at the City of Cornwall depot at 2590 Cornwall Centre Road West.
Depot open from April to November
• One (1) Saturday per month from 8:00 AM to 12 NOON
• Two (2) Wednesdays per month from 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM
April 10, 20, 24
May 4, 8, 22
June 5, 15, 19
July 10, 20, 31
August 3, 14, 28
September 4, 18, 21
October 2, 16, 19, 30
November 6, 9
**Please note that the Township landfill site also accepts e-waste**
DID you know? The Orange Drop program provides Ontario residents with a free, safe and easy way to dispose of those household products they use every day that require special handling when they are finished with them. Fully funded by industry under a model called extended producer responsibility (EPR), the businesses that produce and market the products managed under the Orange Drop program cover the costs of collection and disposal once the consumer has finished using their product.
Visit makethedrop.ca for all the details and for disposal locations near you!
Reduced Loads
A reduced load period is now in effect in South Stormont. This is necessary for the protection of roads and highways due to spring thaw conditions.
Tenders
Tender No. 03-2013 Granular Materials
CLOSING DATE: April 4, 2013 at 11:00 AM
Tender No. 04-2013 Surface Treatment
CLOSING DATE: April 4, 2013 at 11:15 AM
Tender documents can be obtained at the Town Hall, 2 Mille Roches Road, Long Sault, up to the day prior to the Tender closing date. Tenders, clearly marked and addressed to the Clerk, will be received at the above noted address no later than 11:00 AM on the closing date.
Tender No. 05-2013 Long Sault Arena Re-roofing and Arena Lighting, 2013 Renovations
CLOSING DATE: April 2, 2013 at 11:00 AM
Tender documents can be purchased for $120 and are available for pick up at :
PBK Architects Inc.,
1345 Rosemount Ave.,
Cornwall, Ontario,
K6J 3E5
A non-mandatory project site visit is scheduled for March 26, 2013 at 10:00 AM
Tenders, clearly marked and addressed to the Clerk, will be received at
Town Hall, 2 Mille Roches Road, Long Sault, no later than 11:00 AM on the closing date.
Summer Employment
Through Job Zone – d’emploi, the Township of South Stormont has provided employment opportunities for a variety of summer student positions. Visit www.jobzoned’emploi.ca for descriptions of the positions.
How to Apply- Quote your Job Zone d’emploi PIN and the job title in the subject line of an email and email your resume to jobs@southstormont.ca
HAVE YOUR SAY! Community Improvement Plan (CIP)
We have retained Sierra Planning & Management to prepare a Community Improvement Plan (CIP) and Brownfield strategy for the commercial areas of Ingleside and Long Sault primarily, as well as Newington, Bonville, Lunenburg, Osnabruck Centre, Rosedale Terrace/Eamer`s Corners and St. Andrews West. Your response to our online survey will assist with identifying specific development and investment needs/opportunities in the commercial areas of the Township, which will help in the development of financial incentive programs. Please visit our website for the link to the CIP survey, or visit https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/SSNMZMW. Help us, help you!
Streetlight Pilot Project
As a pilot project, the Township of South Stormont has installed 5 Light Emitting Diode (LED) Streetlights at the intersection of Moulinette Road and Simcoe Street in Long Sault. These lights will be compared against the existing High Pressure Sodium (HPS) streetlight fixtures in place throughout the Township.
The LED streetlight fixtures are estimated to reduce energy costs by approximately 50% and would reduce maintenance costs significantly. The new LED streetlights come with a 10 year warranty and have an expected life expectancy of 20 years on all components.
These are the first LED streetlights to be installed in the Township of South Stormont. If you live in the area of the streetlight, we want to hear from you! Please send an email to info@southstormont.ca or visit our facebook page to obtain a copy of a short survey, your opinion is important to us!
ADOPT A ROAD PROGRAM
Spring has sprung and it is time to think about spring clean up throughout our community. Become involved and take part in the Township’s Adopt- A-Road Program.
The Adopt-A-Road Program is a public service program for volunteers to enhance local litter collection activities. Many areas throughout the Province have endorsed a similar program. This program is a way for environmentally conscious groups to contribute to a cleaner road system by picking up litter with the Township’s assistance. Please contact the Township office at 613-534-8889 to find out more!
BY-LAW ENFORCEMENT
Dogs on leashes
A friendly reminder to all dog owners/walkers. Pursuant to By-law No. 2004-52 please ensure that your dog is leashed at all times when outdoors; this makes a safe environment for your dog, the owner(s) and the public.
In addition, please help to keep our community clean and be reminded, if you
are a dog owner, to pick up and properly dispose of your dog’s waste.
Are you looking for an experienced Wedding Officiant to make your wedding ceremony the best? If so, look no further. The Township of South Stormont offers civil marriage ceremonies officiated by Denise Labelle-Gelinas, Retired City Clerk and Marriage Commissioner.
Your wedding should be a customized ceremony, reflecting who you are as individuals and as a couple. To do this, Denise will meet with you in order to get to know you and understand you and what makes your bond so special.
Denise Labelle-Gelinas
Marriage Commissioner
613-362-0537
dlgelinas13@gmail.com
FINANCE
The Township offers many methods of payment such as automatic withdrawal, telephone/internet banking, in person, by cheque, and at most financial institutions. Please ensure that your method of payment allows sufficient time for processing; payments must be received at the Township office by the due date.
For your information a penalty of 1.25% is added to all outstanding tax accounts the day after the payment due date and continues to be added on the first day of each month until the account is paid in full.
Thank you for your cooperation. Should you have any questions, please contact the Township office.
Property Taxes
The interim property tax bills have been mailed and are due March 28, 2013. If you have not received your tax bill, please contact the Town Hall as soon as possible.
Land Sale
The Township currently has land for sale for tax arrears; for more information and property details, please visit the Township website or contact the Town Hall.
FIRE DEPARTMENT
BE PROACTIVE, HELP US TO HELP YOU
The winter months take their toll on civic signage, or what emergency services commonly refers to as “911 signage”. The motto “hard to find hard to help” is a daily reminder that seconds count when fire, police or paramedic assistance is required for you or a loved one. Take a moment when you are arriving home, especially after dark, and ensure your civic address is plainly visible from both directions. Remember the pizza delivery person has the time and light vehicle to back up or turn around easily while an ambulance or a much larger 15 ton fire truck wastes precious time accessing your property when your signage is not visible.
RECREATION BILLBOARD
Parks and Recreation Department (Long Sault Arena)
Telephone: 613-534-2419
Address: 60 Mille Roches Road, Long Sault, ON K0C 1P0
Email: kevin@southstormont.ca
Raisin River Canoe Race
Sunday, April 7 will mark the 41st annual installment of this popular event. For more race information please contact the Raisin Region Conservation Authority at 613-938-3611 or visit www.rrca.on.ca
Spring Minor Sports Registration
South Stormont Minor Soccer (Born between 1998 to 2010)
South Stormont Minor Ball Hockey (Born between 1998 to 2005)
South Stormont Minor T-Ball and Rookie Ball (Born between 2002 to 2008)
Registration Dates
– Saturday, March 23 from 9:00 AM to 11:30 AM (South Stormont Community Hall)
– Thursday, April 4 from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM (Long Sault Arena)
– Tuesday, April 16 from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM (Long Sault Arena)
** Priority will be given in order that registrations are received** Don’t miss out, register early!!
2013 Spring Programs and Events Guide
The new edition of the guide outlining a number of recreation programs and services within South Stormont is now available. The guide is currently being mailed to all homes and PO boxes in the Township. If you do not receive a copy before April 1 please contact the Township and one can be forwarded to you, or visit the Township website for an electronic list of spring programs and events.
LONG SAULT ARENA – Arena Floor Rentals
There are some floor rental spaces available for the spring and summer months at the Long Sault Arena. Rentals start the week of May 13. Interested groups are asked to contact the Parks and Recreation Department for more details.
“FRAMED” FOR ACTS OF KINDNESS
Volunteers are not paid not because they are worthless, but because they are priceless. (Author unknown)
