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Wednesday, April 5, 2000 THE OAKVILLE BEAVER A7 COMMENT Leash-free do zones pose no threat to Bronte Creek Park Re: April 2/2000 -- Bronte Creek Park Leash-Free As usual, the dogs are blamed for something that has absolutely nothing to do with the dogs, again! The leash-free zone in Bronte Creek Park East has been a success, and will continue to be, unless the parties inter ested in developing this unique land scape for the urbanites continue with their games. I am responding to an article printed in the April 2nd, issue of the Oakville Beaver. After reading the article, I felt compelled to set a few things straight for those o f you who may, or may not, be in touch with the little bit of wildlife we have in the Burlington-Oakville area. Mr. Boddington talks about the development of the Eastern portion of Bronte Creek; however, in the same article Mr. Etherington is quoted as having a concern for the rabbit and deer population. Which is it guys! Does this mean the development of the park will have a lesser impact on wildlife then the cur rent usage by nature enthusiasts and in some cases "Man's Best Friend"? Well, just to clarify, the Ontario Out of Doors magazine printed a population study of various wildlife game and oddly enough rabbits were on the decline in many parts o f Southern Ontario. So the concern for the mammals in the park should be more pointed at the rise in land development, which has pushed many o f the predators like coy ote and fox into the parks. I am a frequent user of the park and I observe a coyote almost weekly dur ing my walks. As for the deer population, the sur vey I referred to states that the deer population is very high. My wife enjoys photography, and has enjoyed photographing the Bronte Creek herd quite regularly. Therefore, any concern for the deer should come from the high coyote pop ulation, which are far likely to startle deer than loud humans accompanied by their canines. Let's get to point here. It is obvious that Mr. Boddington has run up against numerous obstacles over the develop ment of the park, and this is another attempt to prevent the use of the park in its' natural state by blaming the dog users of the park. However, let's not forget that many a bird watcher, cyclist, hiker and fisher man also use the park, and develop ment of the park will spoil it for every one. In closing, I do not object to sec tioning off parts of the park (East and West sides) for leash-free; in fact I am in favour of it, and I would even pay an annual fee. This way people who have a phobia with dogs can roam without concern. However, let's put the development of the park to bed. Blaming the negative impact on the dogs is ludicrous, and we all know that development of that land will ruin another natural sanctuary in this area forever! James F. Barone Don't think ofit as an operation, think ofit as a family treat DIANE HART I've learned a bit of patience over the years. It doesn't help to go home and put on workout clothes. And they don't really look kindly on people who want to go out running the very next week. So I plan to do it this way: meek and mild. And then I'll be up and about in no time at all. Last week, I was the very picture of decorum at the pre-op appointment. They gave me forms for tests for this and that and I made my way around the hospital as though I was in Holt's, smiling all the way. Oh, I'll have an ECG here and then hop over to have an X-ray there, and how about a bit of blood. Why, sure. Love to. There was one blip when I reared up and started asking why it was this test was ordered and they are expensive and unneces sary and really why don't I just forget that one and, and, and.. The nurse smiled, as if she met morons every day: "And the surgeon will just cancel the surgery." Oh. Off I went to get the test, meek and mild. Everyone, by the way, was more than helpful. I've said this before and I'll say it again...as one who has been over there more times than I should, OTMH is a gem. And the people are terrific. Bonus this time was I even got a chance to watch 45 minutes of a hilar ious movie starring two of my favorite fellas, Billy Crystal and Robin Williams, not the worst sort of compa ny to have in the hospital. If you have to wait for a test, you might as well have those two guys in with you. In fact, I was laughing so hard someone had to poke me to say my name had been called. Not exactly the proper demeanor, one suspects, for the hospital. Back at her office, the smiling nurse outlined what to expect. Bottom line: you fast for about a million hours and then go under the knife. Not that she put in those words, but you get the idea. Then, you go home. To find, undoubtedly, a home empty of furni ture. How does it sound so far? Problem is, when I have to get picked up, what happens? Get a cab? Or better yet, walk it's just a couple of blocks away? After all, both cars will be in the shop. I can just hear it: You know, it's a nice day...it'll do you good to get out...in fact, I'll walk the dog over to meet you. My mother has a great phrase when dealing with all the health care woes of her four charming daughters: "Just don't think about it and you'll be fine." So I don't plan to think too much about the upcoming surgery. Not wor ried at all about it, in fact. It's what's happening at home that truly has me worried. I just know I'll arrive home to a place where things have "suddenly" disappeared, the dog will be bloated from treats galore, no one will have remembered to buy milk and all eyes will be watching Who Wants to Be A Millionaire? So if anyone asks me if I'm looking forward to it, I just tell the truth: No, but my family can't wait. I swear, this family is looking for ward to it, they really are. Here I am, heading into a wee spot of surgery this week and what do I hear? "Great. I can get the oil changed for both cars." The oil changed, can you believe it. Of course, not that I blame my poor husband, forced to deal with a person who puts car maintenance right up there with matching shoes and tidy cupboards. While I have to admit I'd rather listen to Macy Grey tunes, the house and everything in it could fall apart. So I can't blame the man if he tries to fit in a little oil change now and again. I mean, who could complain about a guy who wants to keep your car in good shape. It's just that I have a sneaking suspicion there's more. He's got plans, you know. It's all in the eyes. Just when I out line what's happening he's nodding. But at the same time, he's'starting to look around in that wow-I-get-throwout-that-ugly-cabinet kind of way. And I can see the look in his eye as he speaks about what he plans to do on that day....oil changes, trips to Canadian Tire, ripping apart one of my "finds" ....a dream day for him, really. Give this man a garbage bag and point him in the direction of old stuff and he's gone. While I loll about the hospital, rest less and irritable. And useless. "You should slate one of these once a year," he jests, rubbing his hands together with delight. You'd think I was going on a cruise or something. Already he's got trips to the dump lined up; recycling adventures listed out. But I've got plans of my own. I've learned the art of the meek and mild. 50 plus Lifestyle and Travel Show starts Friday One of Canada's largest maturity shows returns on April 7th-8th at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre. Sponsored by Forever Young, Canada's 50+ lifestyle publica tion, the 50 Plus Lifestyle and Travel Show offers something of inter est for this group. The Forever Beautiful Pavilion offers beauty and fashion tips with make-up demon strations, product samples, compli mentary mani cures, and personal care tips for the 50f woman. The Gourmet Kitchen encour ages visitors to learn about cook ing creatively with opportunities to taste foods pre pared by wellknown chefs. Gardening guru, Mark Cullenfrom Weall and Cullen Gardenswill be broadcast ing live from the show and will answer gardening questions. The Antique Id e n tific a tio n Clinic permits visi tors to consult with staff from Charlton Antiques who will help identify their treasures. The Travel Pavilion and Video Theatre will show visitors some exot ic and interesting destinations. The show offers many door prizes including a one-week allinclusive riverboat and cycle tour of Europe, courtesy of Exclusive Tours. Hours for the show are 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. both days. Admission is free for Friday and on Saturday it's $2. G > ________________ O A K V IL L E /.o n e # 6& 8 S p r in g April 17 to 20 April 25 to 28 May 1 to 5 May 8 to 12 May 15 to 19 May 23 to 26 C a ll-in S e r v ic e 8 4 5 -6 6 0 1 Trooper DRIVE DRY! A message from the Mayor's Special Committee Against Impaired Driving S u m m e r P r o g r a m S t a f f - P a r t t im e · T in y T o ts (a p p lic a n ts m u s t be b e tw e e n th e a g e s o f 18 - 65) · T e n n is A ll a p p lic a n ts m u s t h a v e a c u rre n t F irs t A id c e rtific a tio n fro m a r e c o g n iz e d p ro v id e r. A tta c h a p h o to c o p y o f th e c e rtific a tio n c a rd to th e c o m p le te d a p p lic a tio n fo rm . F o r m o re in fo rm a tio n c a ll 845-6601 ext. 3155. 2000 Bulk Brush Schedule S t a r lin g J u ly 4 . 2 0 0 0 i ni i September 18 to 22 4 5 7 & 10 2& 3 1&9 11 Call-In Service 338-4392 September 25 to 29 October 2 to 6 October 10 to 13 October 16 to 20 October 23 to 27 C a ll-in S e r v ic e 1) We are again implementing a "call-in service" for the months o f July and August 2000 only. If you have an accumulation o f brush which is in accordance with the rules and regulations noted on the back page, you may call 338-4392 Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Your request will be placed on a list for pick-up within five (S) working days o f your call. Residents are entitled to a m axim um o f one (1) pick-up d u rin g the " call-in" p eriod o f July and A ugust. 2) Zone 11 is a call-in service only. Please call the Public Works Department 338-4392. 2000 Loose Leaf Schedule Zone # Spring Fall Collection 1 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 8 ,9 ,1 0 11 April 10 to 14 April April April April April April 10 to 10 to 10 to 10 to 10 to 10 to 14 14 14 14 14 14 October 23 to 27 October 23 to 27 October 16 to 20 October 16 to 20 October 10 to 13 October 10 to 13 October 10 to 13 Fall Collection 2 November 20 to 24 November 20 to 24 November 13 to 17 November 13 to 17 Oct. 30 to Nov. 3 Oct. 30 to Nov. 3 November 6 to 10 Fall Collection 3 December 4 to 8 December 4 to 8 December 4 to 8 December 4 to 8 Nov. 27to Dec. 1 Nov. 27to Dec. 1 Nov. 27to Dec. 1 C o u n c il & S t a n d in g C o m m it t e e Monday, April 10,2000 Planning & D evelopm ent Council C o uncil C h am b e rs 7 :3 0 p.m . M e e t in g s Tuesday, April 11,2000 Community Services Committee 7:30 p.m. - Oakville Room Administrative Services Comm. 7:30 p.m. - Bronte Room Monday, April 17,2000 C o uncil M eeting C o uncil C h am b e rs 7 :3 0 p.m . Tuesday, April 25,2000 Community Services Committee 7:30 p.m. - Oakville Room Administrative Services Comm. 7:30 p.m. - Bronte R o o m ___ om m ittee C ouncil & C T Refer to Region o f Halton at 825-6034. See Note #1 Call-in Service ouchtone 1) Zone 11 is a call-in service only. Please call the Public Works Department at 338-4392. 2) Zones 8 ,9 and 10 will be provided with bagged leaf service through the Region o f H alton's Yard Waste Collection program. Please refer to Region o f Halton 2000 Waste Management Calendar for yard waste collection dates or call (905) P h o n e L ine 815-5959 Road Closure By-law 2000-035 Closure of Part of Old Mill Road TAKE NOTICE THAT: 1. The Council of the Corporation of the Town of Oakville proposes to pass a by law pursuant to Section 297 of the Municipal Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter M.45, in order to stop up and close for all purposes part of Old Mill Road legally described as: Firstly: Part of Old Mill Road by By-law 2I628S being part of Lots 13 and 14, Concession 3, S.D.S., Town of Oakville, Regional Municipality of Halton, designated as Part 4 on Plan 20R-12296, being all of PIN 24816-0083; Secondly: Part of Old Mill Road by By-law 216285 (formerly known as Sixth Line by unregistered Municipal Plan 689) being part of Lots 13 and 14, Concession 3, S.D.S., Town of Oakville, Regional Municipality of Halton, designated as Parts 17 and 18 on Plan 20R-11101, being part of PIN 248160084. Pursuant to Section 300 of the Municipal Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter M.45, before passing this by-law, Council or a Committee thereof will hear in person or by his counsel, solicitor or agent, any person who claims that his lands will be prejudicially affected by this by-law, provided that such person makes application in writing to the undersigned on or before April 21, 2000, at 4:30 p.m. This matter will be heard at the Council meeting of April 26, 2000, commencing at 7:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers at Town Hall, 1225 Trafalgar Road, Oakville. CopiesofPlans20R-12296and20R-11101 are available for inspection at the office o f the Manager, Realty Services at the address shown below, by appointment by calling 845-6601, extension 3022 during normal business hours (8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.). 825-6034. j.sr i.-j hol, S » liriU Vi. P ic k - u p QruJ (-pll Zones _QQSe L e jt Qtld tU I* B ru 'ji) / h / --» ' .. ;i ( 2. 3. roNf aoi.ut>nY Maynard Millman, AACI, Manager, Realty Services, Legal Department The Corporation of the Town of Oakville 1225 Trafalgar Road, Oakville, Ontario, L6J 5A6 How to Use: 1. Find the zone in which you live on the map. 2. Refer to the bulk brush schedule for pickup in your zone. 3. Refer to the loose leaf schedule for pickup in your zone. 1225 TRAFALGAR ROAD · OAKVILLE, ONTARIO · L6J 5A6