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The first Was from the Canadian Institute of Plan- ners earlier this year. This is the second nation- al planning award York has earned for its pedestrian and cycling master plan. The announcement was made at the association's annual conference Monday in Toronto. York was recognized by the Tl‘ansportation Associa- tion of Canada with the 2007 sustainable urban transpor- tation award for its pedestri- an and cycling master plan. “Walking and cycling improves our health, reduces air pollution and helps to make our transportation net- work more efficient.” “We are proud of the rec- ognition we have received for providing smarter and better commuting options,” Markham regional councilâ€" lor and York Region planning and economic development committee chairperson Tony Wong said. Our region has been named as one of Canada’s best places to walk or cycle. “‘AL. A..- â€"â€"_-r l BY CHRIS TRABER Staff Writer If you like getting around on two feet or a pair of wheels, York Region is the place to be. This message broumt to you as a community service of The Economist/Sun-Tribune Crows, blue jays and other birds are known to be most susceptible to the disease and act as an early warning sign of the presence of the virus in a particular area. Like humans, West Nile Virus is transmitted to the bird and human population by infected mosquitoes. York Region? shares this The bird was found near Woodbine Avenue and Hwy. cer of Health. “Mosquitoes are active until the first hard frost of the year and residents must remain vigilant about protecting themselves and their families.” “Lab results have con- firmed one bird and an addiâ€" tional mosquito pool have tested positive for West Nile Virus,” said Dr. Kan'm Kuiji, York Region Medical Offiâ€" BY SIMONE JOSEPH Staff Writer A dead bird has tested positive for West Nile Virus in Markham, the first bird reported in York Region this season. “Leave anonymous tips by phone or online” “Cash rewards tor anonymous tips that lead to an arrest” 1-000-222-1'IPS or www.crimostoppmyr.ca We’re great place to walk, cycle, award claims Dead crow in Markham had West Nile,tests show fl To access the plan, visit wwwyork ca and click on important links. The plan was developed through extensive consulta- tion with the region’s partners and stakeholders, including staff at the regional and local municipal levels and the public. The master plan intends to guide York Region resiâ€" dents toward alternative commuter options such as walking, cycling, public tran- sit and carpooling by giving pedestrians and cyclists pri- ority. Improved conditions for walking and cycling for peo- ple of all ages, a convenient and continuous pedestrian sidewalk system and an on and off-road regional-scale cycling network are benefits York residents can expect from this master plan," he said. “Integrating an improved sidewalk system and cycling network with regional transit helps to link neighbouring communities and munici- palities while decreasing reliance on the automobile," York CEO and chairperson Bill Fisch said. year’s award with the City of Welland’s street lighting con- version program. 0 Eliminate stagnant water around your property where mosquitoes can breed. 0 Ensure screens on your home are tight-fitting and in good repair; 0 Consider using an insect repellent, as directed; 0 Wear long sleeved shirts, full-length trousers, socks, light coloured clothing and tuck pant legs into socks when possible; Residents are asked to report sightings of dead crows and blue jays at 1â€"800- 361-5653. Residents are urged to: 0 Minimize outdoor, activi- ties at dusk, night and dawn; and a sudden sensitivity to light. For a rare few, the virus causes serious neurological illness, including encepha- litis (inflammation of the brain). Those experiencing symptoms should seek medi- cal help. The symptoms of West Nile Vuus illness are fever, muscle weakness, stifl neck, confusion, severe headache fi_ ' M We have just received another couple of shipments of outdoor Fall flowers. There a mums in various colours and v ' g stages of bloom, and yet another lot of the ever-p own urns and to r lace any gar en casualties. A few more pper plants have come, sc of the smaller sizeql’leather (cute enough to make a Scottis girl homesick!) and the 1 both 4" and 6" sizes. 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