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Frequently
Asked Questions
Brookville Golf Course application:
Application has been made to The
Town of Milton for a golf course on Guelph Line, two properties south of
20 Sideroad (west side). This application has been deferred pending
Water Taking permits from the Province and resolution of neighbours’
concerns.
Brookville Park:
Extension of the current Brookville
Park will begin this spring. It includes a new entrance on a recently
purchased property (look for the big boulders) off of Guelph Line. Final
design for the park will soon be available. Public consultation
indicates a desire for paved trails, a playground area, gazebo, informal
playing field, sledding hill, improved parking, passive entrance.
Garbage, large item pickup:
Rural pickup charges on your tax bill are less than Urban area charges.
Large item pickup is not included. However, twice a year (Spring &
Fall) the Works Yard in Brookville is open for residents to bring large
items for disposal (subject to some restrictions on hazardous materials,
etc.) These dates will available following approval of the 2007 Budget.
Guelph Line/401 Intersection:
The Province has initiated a study
for improvements to this intersection. Current plans include: reducing
the lanes on the Bridge from three to two lanes; a traffic light at Reid
Sideroad; access to 401 East only off of Reid Sideroad; an new commuter
parking lot. The full plan will be available for public review early in
2007.
Guelph Line Update:
Reconstruction of
Guelph Line continues to be weather-dependent. It is passable and is
anticipated to be fully complete by the end of November. The two-year
construction was necessary to allow for compression of the roadway in
the swamp and peat areas. The earlier construction south of 15 sideroad
continues to sink and require reconstruction every few years, most
recently this year.
Mailboxes:
An unintended consequence of the Guelph Line
reconstruction is the suspension of curbside delivery in Brookville. A
Community mailbox will be placed adjacent to the Nassagaweya Community
Centre as soon as possible to avoid loss of service all winter. This
affects only the 21 boxes with sidewalks. It does not affect the
subdivisions and service on other sections of Guelph Line. I am also in
discussion with Canada Post to replace the community box at the Petro
Canada station with a new model.
Mohawk Conference Centre:
Woodbine Entertainment Corporation is developing
plans for a major Conference Centre at the site of Mohawk Racetrack that
would include a hotel and golf course. This report has not yet come
before Council for review. Studies regarding potential impacts on the
area have not yet been completed, but are anticipated in January 2007.
Mohawk Slots Dollars:
Under an agreement with the Province, Milton
receives a share of the proceeds from Mohawk Slots. This averages about
$6 million/year, a total of nearly $43 million to date. Under the
current Council policy, $500,000 is directed to the Milton Community
Fund to be distributed through the Community Services Advisory Committee
(CSAC) with applications twice a year (April & October). This revenue
also funds Nass Car – a Police vehicle that is dedicated 24/7 to
policing in Nassagaweya. The balance of the fund is used for capital
projects to avoid debentures and debt.
Nassagaweya Community Consultation Committee (NCCC):
This committee consists of residents of Nassagaweya.
Membership is fully open. Anyone who wishes to join is welcome to attend
meetings held at the Nassagaweya Community Centre in Brookville. The
next meeting is scheduled for 10am on December 4th, 2006.
2007 dates include January 8, February 5, March 5,April 2, May 7, and
June 4.
Pristine Power:
After waiving Rules of
Procedure, Council unanimously passed two resolutions: 1) That the
Ministry of Environment grant an extension to January 28, 2007 for
comments on the Environmental Assessment report prepared by Pristine
Power. 2) That the Town of Milton advise the Ontario Power Authority
that it does not support the proposal from Pristine Power. The Province
is expected to announce its preferred location for an energy plant (from
four proponents) on November 15th.
St. Mary’s Quarry:
This application is before the City of Hamilton.
The Town of Milton and the Region of Halton are only commenting
agencies. However, the Town and the Region are working together to
access the impact on our residents, especially Campbellville. Haul
routes and water are major concerns. FORCE, a very capable citizen
group, is actively working to challenge this application; contact
www.StopTheQuarry.ca. or
info@StopTheQuarry.ca
Street
Names &
Numbering:
Council directed staff to
identify inconsistencies and duplications in the addresses of
approximately 800 municipal properties. Some of these are in Nassagaweya.
Public consultation will begin in soon with a report to Council in
spring 2007 recommending a plan and timeline.
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If you would like to further discuss any of these topics, please
contact me by phone or email.
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If you would like to be personally notified of the dates these
topics will be considered by Council, contact the Town Clerk, or one of
the Councillors representing Ward 3.
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For more information on Council meetings, please check Council
Notes on this website.
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