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OAKVILLE BEAVER Friday, April 24, 2009 · 22 The Regional HOME www.halton.ca AND GARDEN Municipality of Halton Look on the bright side of CFL light bulbs (NC)--It is important to know the facts when choosing the right lighting for your home. With so many options available, and pending federal government legislation in 2012 to ban inefficient incandescent bulbs, people are thinking more and more about the type of light bulb that is right for their home ­ now and in the future. One of the most popular energy efficient choices on the market today is compact fluorescent lighting (CFL). Some people say that this technology has performance limitations, and that if not handled correctly, can cause the environment more harm than good. But, many environmental experts agree that CFLs are the best option available for those looking to help reduce energy use and ultimately your energy costs. And the best thing is you don't have to sacrifice the quality of light by using CFL technology. You will also enjoy the advantages of 75 per cent energy savings, cost efficiency and a lengthy lifespan of up to 10 years. And now there are disposal options available for the compact fluorescent bulb. Ensure you know all the facts before purchasing your next light bulb but remember it is possible for CFL lighting to make both your home and the environment more beautiful. NOTICE OF PUBLIC OPEN HOUSE The Regional Municipality of Halton conducted a series of studies through the Sustainable Halton process to identify the preferred land use option and associated policies that will meet the requirements of the provincial Places to Grow Plan. This process also represents The Planning Act. upcoming public open houses or at facilitated workshops. The Regional Municipality of Halton www.halton.ca Get Your Garden Growing! l Annual Spring Compost Give Away Halton Waste Management Site Monday, May 4 ­ Saturday, May 9, 2009 8:00 a.m. ­ 4:30 p.m. Thanks to the participation efforts of Halton residents, approximately 40,000 tonnes of yard waste was collected last year and turned into rich, garden-friendly compost. Halton residents are invited to come out to our Spring Compost Give Away to pick up some of this At the open houses, you can review the prese provide comments prior to, during and after the Public Open House sessions. elcome to collect a Ontario L6M 2G5 shovel. At the workshops, you will be able to discuss the various reports with Regional staff and consultants. As well, you will be able to provide more detailed feedback about the Helpful Hint ­ When applying your compost More information about Sustainable Halton as well as the latest study reports including . Spring cleaning? We can help! toll free at 1-866-442-5866, or by e-mail to anita.fabac@halton.ca by May 1, 2009. Any comments regarding the Sustainable Halton process or its related documents can also be Please note that the Public Open Houses are information sessions only and do not Bring your old or unused residential household hazardous waste to the Household Hazardous Waste Depot at the Halton Waste Management The Planning Act, for which there will be separate notice. Dated at the Town of Oakville, April 20, 2009. 240409 materials and for additional information please visit www.halton.ca/waste. 1151 Bronte Road, Oakville, Ontario L6M 3L1 240409 1151 Bronte Road, Oakville, Ontario L6M 3L1