Ontario Community Newspapers

Oakville Beaver, 24 Jun 2016, p. 5

The following text may have been generated by Optical Character Recognition, with varying degrees of accuracy. Reader beware!

Seven-ward system depends on increased regional representation continued from p.1 A report and bylaw to redraw ward boundaries and create the new Ward 7 will be presented to council for final approval in the fall. The boundary change will see adjustments made to all existing wards, except Ward 3, to accommodate a seventh ward. The new Ward 7 captures neighbourhoods north of Dundas Street with Burlington as the boundary to the west and Eighth Line as the boundary to the east. "Updating our ward system is a necessary step to assure Oakville residents are represented effectively, as we anticipate an additional regional seat," said Oakville Mayor Rob Burton. "Thanks to the work completed to date as part of our boundary review, we are well-positioned to take that step." Town staff said the new ward boundary model aligns with principles initially approved in 2012 as part of the Town's extensive ward boundary review, including: · Effective representation; · The protection of communities 5 | Friday, June 24, 2016 | OAKVILLE BEAVER | www.insideHALTON.com Thanks to the work completed to date as part of our boundary review, we are wellpositioned to take that step. Mayor Rob Burton Oakville of interest and neighbourhoods; · Consideration of physical features as natural boundaries. Town staff also said the new model reflects the federal numerical standard of 25 per cent as an acceptable percentage variation in population size among the Town's wards. Residents can review the new boundary map available at www.oakville.ca by visiting the ward boundary page. Questions can be sent to the clerk's department via email at wardboundary@ oakville.ca or by mail to Town of Oakville- Clerk's department, 1225 Trafalgar Rd., Oakville, Ont., L6H 0H3. Map of proposed seven-ward system. | courtesy Town of Oakville A STEP BEYOND IN CARE Salima Kassam Reg. Chiropodist Since 1982 · Foot/Arch Pain? · Ingrown Toenails? · Diabetes? · Swollen Ankles? · Corns, Calluses? Do you have: 905-849-7800 Call us for a quote www.supremewindows.com george@supremewindows.com Call for an appointment 905-632-1414 728 Burloak Drive www.footandhealthclinic.com New Patients Are ALWAYS Welcome CUSTOM · Evening & Weekend Appointments Available · Female Dentist Available · Same Day Appointments · Same Day Emergency · Walk-in Service · Family & Cosmetic Dentistry · Insurance Billed Directly · Digital X-Rays Dr. Manchanda Thinking of Retiring... Someday? Let's Talk. Visit our website to sign up for a free consultation. Peter Watson MBA, CFP, R.F.P., CIM, FCSI Jennifer Watson B.A. 220 Randall Street, Downtown Oakville 905-842-2100 peterwatsoninvestments.com Call today to book your appointment 627 Lyons Lane, Suite 100 www.doctor4teeth.com www Oakville, ON 905-339-1666

Powered by / Alimenté par VITA Toolkit
Privacy Policy