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Residents told to stay inside Town unable to block continued from p.1 Chief, Oakville Fire Department. "We're lucky we had some strong winds today (Monday) that kept everything blowing." No evacuation was ordered, however, Deputy Fire Chief Andy Glynn said firefighters did go door-to-door in the immediate area and advised residents to keep their windows closed. "The fireman came and knocked at the door, said there was a gas leak and that they'd blocked everything so we wouldn't be able to leave for the next half hour or so," said Norman Eaton, who lives directly across the construction lot. "We could hear this big rushing sound." At around 10 a.m., Union Gas officials successfully shut off the gas flow to the ruptured line so it could be repaired. 3 | Wednesday, July 31, 2013 | OAKVILLE BEAVER | www.insideHALTON.com The fireman came and knocked at the door, said there was a gas leak and that they'd blocked everything so we wouldn't be able to leave for the next half hour or so. tower based on height their feelings about the proposed tower. "The way they do it... They put up such a small, tiny, little notification sign far back from the sidewalk," said Robinson. "I went down and looked and you couldn't even read it from the sidewalk. I got hold of our staff and they went and talked to Bell and made Bell move the sign to another pole, closer to the sidewalk so people could see it." Last year, the addition of various antennas to a cell tower located at the corner of Bronte Road and Rebecca Street resulted in protests from residents who were concerned about the possible health impacts the tower's electromagnetic radiation emissions would have on the surrounding community. While no completion date for the Lakeshore Road West cell tower exists, Laszlo said Bell would like it to be operational as soon as possible. Residents interested in commenting on the proposed cell tower are asked to contact Bell Mobility's Omar Lababidi at 416-5981116, ext. 512 or email CommentsONT@ standardland.com. They can also contact Industry Canada at 519-457-4826 or email spectrum.cwod@ ic.gc.ca. Norman Eaton resident A short time later, Lakeshore Road West reopened. Lewis said fire crews would be visiting homes in the immediate area with natural gas detectors to ensure resident safety. inside today's Editorial Sports Beaver www.insideHALTON.com Real Estate, Rona Home and Garden, Shoppers Drug Mart, Home Depot, Staples 6 26 Artscene Classified 23 26 *All flyers not necessarily delivered to all homes For home delivery & customer service call 905-631-6095, 5300 Harvester Rd., Burlington New subscriptions call 905-631-6095 or subscribe online @ www.oakvillebeaver.com continued from p.1 "The site will meet growing customer demand for wireless service in the Oakville area," said Jason Laszlo, Bell Mobility spokesperson in an email. "This location -- an auto shop -- meets the technical requirements to best serve local customers and is a well-suited commercial property." Laszlo said Bell would be receiving public feedback until Aug. 10 and then submitting its proposal to Town staff. Ward 1 Town Councillor Ralph Robinson said because the proposed tower is less than 15 metres in height, the Town can only comment on the development. The municipality does not have the power to approve or block the facility, said the councillor. All decisions relating to the tower will be made by Industry Canada. "That's extremely unfortunate," said Robinson. Even so, the veteran councillor said he intends to bring the matter before council to ensure the Town gets its stance on the record. Robinson is hopeful many residents will take Bell up on its offer and make known OUTDOOR LIVING VISIT OUR 15,000 SQ. FT. SHOWROOM · QUALITY · STYLE · SELECTION Helping You Make Smart Decisions About Your Money Voted Number 1 Financial Planner 10 Years Family Owned & Operated for over 25 years Everything SALE Loungers up to Many styles & colours to choose 25% off 50% off Patio Furniture · Gazebos · Awnings · Patio Umbrellas · Bedroom Dining · Bar Stools · Office Chairs · Sofas · Home Theatre Seating DESTINATION FURNITURE OPEN EVERY DAY! MBA, CFP, R.F.P., CIM, FCSI Certified Financial Planner Peter Watson SINCE 1991 584 Kerr Street @ Speers, Oakville 905.337.3653 www.destinationfurniture.ca 220 Randall Street · Downtown Oakville Phone: 905.842.2100 www.peterwatsoninvestments.com