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PAGE A2 ♦ THE CANADIAN STATESMAN ♦ DECEMBER 14,2005 durtiamregion.com Cfaringm 1 Leading the Way 905-623-3379 info@clarington.net MAYOR'S CORNER WINTER MAINTENANCE PROGRAM The winter months are here again. Seeing Seeing snow covered trees and lawns may be a beautiful sight, but there is a dark and treacherous side. As beautiful as it may be on the trees, snow on our sidewalks and roadways is not so attractive. They can become icy paths almost without notice. The Operations Department is responsible for keeping municipal roads safe and cleared. In the last two years, our crew has responded responded to over 120 snow "events." Our "Snow Fighters" require the assistance of the public to make sure that they can do what they need to do without risking the safety of themselves and others - especially children. When the snow piles up, as it will, please make sure that the children in your neighbourhood understand how dangerous it can be to make forts in the snow banks created when we plough your street. Another Another way to help us keep our roads safe is to make sure that your vehicle is not parked on the street during or immediately following a significant snow fall. Follow well behind the plow giving yourself yourself adequate distance from flying snow and sand that the plow truck may give out. All winter vehicles use distinctive flashing blue lights. Use caution at all times. By working together, we can make sure that everyone enjoys the beautiful side of snow and winter. Another program that also contributes to the safe enjoyment of winter is the Sidewalk/Windrow Snow Clearing program. This service is available to any -senior (65 years +) or person with a physical disability who submits an application and complies with some basic criteria. One criteria is that the applicant lives in the urban area of Bowmanville, Courtice, Orono, Newcastle, or in the Hamlets of Newtonville, Tyrone, Leskard, Haydon, Kendal, Solina, Hampton, Burketon, Enniskillen, Maple Grove, Enfield, Mitchell Corners or Kirby. The service starts after a snow fall ends.and only if there is more than one inch of snow on the sidewalk. The resident is responsible to provide sand/salt as required. Clearing driveway windrows does not start untilafter all municipal streets have been cleared - the windrows must be over six inches or more deep before the windrow program is triggered - we average over 600 residents on this program. Our staff is committed to providing you, the community, with the highest level of service possible. For those of you who live on a culde-sac (we have over 100), please understand that the Operations Operations staff will do everything possible to remove the snow, but there is no cost effective way to avoid piling it temporarily in and along the cul-desac. Please remember that municipal roads are cleared on a priority basis to ensure that routes used by emergency emergency vehicles can get through if needed. Our people work continuously continuously until the job is done. All we ask if for your patience and for you to know that we are coming! Our night patrol monitors the roads; to ensure that when yoiï head to work,or, school,, you yyjijV find a safe passage on our municipal roadway system.hologies, The Clarington Board of Thide is geared up to promote local shopping in Clarington this Holiday Season! The Catch the Craze campaign is back. With great gift giving ideas for that special person on your list ....all here in Clarington. Explore the many great gift giving ideas highlighted on the Catch the Craze Virtual Trade Show by the following participants: You don't want to miss these gift ideas! Visit the Clarington Board of Trade website at www.cbot.ca and click on the Catch the Craze link.... Happy Shopping! * Vintner's Cellar * Neighbourhood Music Studio * Bowmanville Sports Shop * Heart-2-Heart Songs * Carriage House Antiques Village Card & Gift Shoppe THIS HOLIDAY SEASON HAVE YOUR PET'S PICTURE TAKEN WITH SANTA CLARINGTON ANIMAL SHELTER 33 LAKE ROAD, BOWMANVILLE , SATURDAY, DECEMBER 17TH, 2005 10:00 A.M.-2:00 P.M. CREATE A UNIQUE MEMORY To ensure the safety of all our pets, please: • have your, cat in a carrier • have your dog on a leash / Remember the new law requires that pit bulls must be muzzled and leashed!!!. SOUNDS OF THE SEASON AT ORONO TOWN HALL Tuesday, December 20,7:00 - 8:30 PM An evening of Christmas carols with Janette De Sousa Free Admission, Song Sheets provided, refreshments available Please call 905-983-5903 or 905-983-5230 for information TJÏ- conservation and research. . . - i™ v : ;; ' v ■ 1 ; ■ ■ T'is the season to light candles, but first take a note of these safety tips from Clarington Emergency & Fire Services. Secure your candles in sturdy holders holders and, if possible, place glass chimneys chimneys or shades over them. Keep , lit candles out of reach of children and pets, and well away from any combustible combustible materials. An unattended candle is an invitation to disaster, so • snuff out your candles before leaving the room or going to bed. IS The Thérèse Casgrain Volunteer Award NOMINATIONS are requested for the launch of the Thérèse Casgrain Casgrain Volunteer Award to commemorate the work of Thérèse Casgrain Casgrain and honour those who have demonstrated a lifelong commitment commitment to volunteering. The award is presented annually to two Canadians, a man and a woman, to recognize the voluntary contributions contributions of men and women from communities across Canada whose pioneering spirit, social commitment and persistent endeavours endeavours have contributed significantly to advancing a cause and the well-being of their fellow citizens. If you are interested in submitting a nomination for this award, please contact the Municipal Clerk's Department for more information. information. The submission deadline is February 1,2006. Holiday Preschool Storytimes Get ready for the holidays with some stories guaranteed to put a smile on your facel It may be cold outside but you'll be warm and cozy at Clarington Public Library's special Holiday Preschool Storytimes, for children ages three to live. Bowmanville Branch Tues., December 20th, 10:30 to 11:00 am. Courtice Branch Wed, December 21st, 10:30 to 11:00 am Newcastle Village Branch Thurs, December 22nd, 10:30 to 11:00 am For more Information call 905-623-' SOCIAL DANCE FEATURING THE CLARINGTON BEECH NUTS Friday, December 16 Clarington Beech Centre Members $3 Non-Members $4 NEW YEAR'S EVE CELEBRATION > Clarington Fire Fighters Association Saturday, December 31,8:00 pm-2:00 am Rickard Recreation Complex Couple - $85 or Single - $45 Semi-Formal Dress Reservations: 905-242-6839 , X, . NEWYEARS EVE PARTY! December 31,8:30 pm- 12:30 am Clarington Beech Centre . T v 1 Cost $25 per person . » Cash Bar • Tickets & Reservations from Dec 5 -.22 ysf |f i a A At ilt A of OnR.RQ7.9AR Great Gift for Christmas for someone you love! . ; For more Information contact: Jo-Anne Spena 905-697-285§> ; -,')< s Caring for Cut Christmas Trees ■ 1 TENDERS SEALED tenders for the Contract specified below, submitted to the Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington, office of the Clerk, 40 Temperance Street, Bowmanville, Ontario, L1C 3A6, are invited and will be received by the Clerk until the specified closing time and date. Tender CL2005.-38 - 2005 STREET LIGHTING, 6 LOCATIONS Closing Time & Date: 2:00:00 p.m. (local time) Monday, December 19th, 2005 The work for the Municipality of Clarington, under the direction of the Director of Engineering Services, involves the supply and installation of street lighting at the following locations: TauntoftRoad and Main Street Intersection, Orono (illumination ■ of ..qitie ro'âd.^top location) Regional-Ffoad. 57 and Longworth Aÿéqyé - Ihtersèctiqp,, Bowmanyille t (intersection illumination) turnberry Crescent Walkway, Cbürtice (lights, cable, power supply) Old Kingston Road from Osgood Gate to east end,- Courtice (lights on existing wood poles) Soper Court Walkway, Bowmanville (lights, cable, power supply) Old Scugog_ Road, from Salter Crescent to north end of town, Enniskillen (lights on existing wood poles) Plans, Specifications and Tender Forms will be available as of Friday, December 2, 2005 at the Office of TSH, 513 Division Division Street,.Cobourg, Ontario K9A 5G6, for a $40.00 (includes GST) non-rëfundable fee payable to the TSH. Plans, Specifications Specifications and Tender Forms will be sent by courier if requested. An Agreement to Bond and a Bid Deposit in the amount specified in the tender documents must accompany each bid submitted. Tender CL2005-47 - MILL STREET WATERMAIN REALIGNMENT, NEWCASTLE Closing Time & Date: 2:00:00 p.m. (local time) Friday, Decèmber 16th; 2005 The work for the Municipality of Clarington, under the direction of the Director of Engineering Services, involves the construction construction of approximately 207 m of 400 mm Dia. CPP watermain by open trench and 48 m of 400 mm Dia. CPP watermain by bore and jack methods under the CN Railway embankment. The works include full restoration of all disturbed surfaces. Plans, Specifications and Tender Forms will be available as of Friday, December 2nd, 2005 at the Office of TSH, 513 Division Street, Cobourg, Ontario K9A 5G6, for a $40.00 (includes GST) non-refundable fee payable to the TSH. An Agreement to Bond and a Bid Deposit in the amount specified in the tender documents documents must accompany each bid submitted. The lowest or any tender not necessarily accepted. Ms. Lou Ann Birkett, CPP, AMCT Purchasing Manager 1 Municipality of Clarington 40 Temperance Street Bowmanville, Ontario. L1C 3A6 Tel: 905 623-3379 Mr. Ron Albright, P. Eng. TSH Engineers Architects Planners 513 Division Street Cobourg, Ontario. K9A 5G6 Tel: 1-800-463-8046 The following tips are offered by the w , Christmas Tree Farmers of Ontario y - 4 Remember, a Christmas tree is a living thing. Look after it care- > fully as you would a cut flower. Once you select a Christmas tree, follow these suggestions to keep it fresh and safe: y | If you buy a tree several days before you plan to set it up, store À the tree outdoors or on a cool porch or patio until you are ready 3 to decorate it. An area that provides protection from the wind A and sun will help the tree retain its'moisture. . A If you plan to store the tree for several days, make a straight cut across the butt end of the tree about one inch from the end. This opens the tree stem so it can take up water. Store the tree . upright and place the butt end in a container of water. When you bring thé tree into the house for decorating, make an- . other fresh cut across the trunk about an inch from the original cut. Use a tree stand that holds plenty of water. Trees are thirsty. They may drink up to four litres of water per day, so be sure to check daily and supply fresh water as needed. A ; stand which holds at least four litres of water is recommended. • If you allow the water level to drop below the bottom of the tree, a seal will form just as it does on a cut flower and a new cut will be'necessary. , , ,• Place your tree away from fireplaces; radiators, television sets and other sources of heat. Turn off the tree lights when you leave. and before you retire at night. Avoid'the use of combustible' decorations. Check all electric ' lights and connections. Lights with worn or frayed cords should be discarded and replaced with new lights. The new LED lights burn cooler and save energy too! NEVER use lighted candles on a Christmas tree. Following these care and precaution measures should ensure an Y attractive tree that stays fresh indoors for two to three weeks. Business by the Lake ~ The Braemar! Come and celebrate the Holiday Season, network with local business people and build partnerships all while enjoying the . atmosphere of one of Clarington's famous pubs! The networking event will be held on Wednesday December' 14, 2005 at The Braemar located at 7 Division Street, Bowmanville. Bowmanville. From 5:30p.m. to 7:30p.m. The Clarington Board of Trade is very excited to introduce local local business people to the new management at the Braemar! 1 Gather with us for an evening of great food, drinks and holiday cheer in this ever-popular neighbourhood pub. All business people are invited to attend. Networking is free - ; for members and $5.00 for perspective members, which will, be collected at the door. Hors d'oeurves will be served along) with a cash bar. Promotional tables are available for $25.00 this is a great way to promote your products or service...just in time for the Holidays. We will he holding a food drive, please bring any non-perish-»! able food items for donation. All food items will be donated to a local food bank. For further information or to register check out our website at www.cbot.ca or contact the Clarington Board of Trade office office at 905-623-3106. Come heat up the winter weather at the Pre-teen Video Dance PartyL For: Teens grade 5 : 8 Price: $8 Date: Friday December 16th Time: 7:00-9:00pm Location: Courtice Community Complex The Hottest Dance Party in Town! Dance the night away with all your friends to the newest music. You won't want to miss the Clarington Pre Teen Dances!' Friday January 27, 2006 Friday February 24, 2006 CAREERS The Municipality of Clarington is currently hiring for the following following position(s). For complete job descriptions please visit www.clarinaton.net/htdocs/careers.html PUBLIC NOTICE ELECTION FOR TWO (2) MEMBERS NEWCASTLE VILLAGE COMMUNITY HALL BOARD Elections for two (2) members will be held by the Newcastle Newcastle Village Community Hall Board at their meeting to be held at the Newcastlé Community Hall Council Chambers on Tuesday, December 20, 2005 at 7:00 p.m. If you are interested in seeking election to this Board for a two-year term, please attend the meeting. For further information regarding the Hall Board, please call Gabrielle Bell at 987-3856 or contact her by email at: gabriellebell@rogers.com. C. Anne Greentree, B.A., AMCT .. Deputy Clerk 1 Municipality of Clarington 40 Temperance Street Bowmanville, Ontario L1C3A6 MARCH BREAK STAFF Please quote File #135-05 FACILITY OPERATOR II (Union Position) Please quote File #134-05 ' To bo considered, all applications must be submitted to the Human Resources Division of the Municipality of Clarington. Failure to do so may rosult In an application nol being received In time for consideration. www.clarington.net ^ would i everyone a Safe and Happy Holiday Season! Town Hall Holiday Hours December 23,8:00 am -12:00 noon December 26 - 30 Closed Returning for regular hours on Tuesday, January 3