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2 Stouffville Sun-Tribune | Thursday, March 10, 2016 | Notice of couNcil meetiNgs TUESDAY, MARCH 22 Council Meeting 3 p.m. Public Meeting 7 p.m. Notices coNt'd NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING On Tuesday, March 22, the Council of the Town of Whitchurch-Stouffville will hold a public meeting, pursuant to Section 12 of the Development Charges Act, 1997, to present and obtain public input on the Town's proposed amendment to Development Charges By-Law 2013-180-FI and the underlying background study. All interested parties are invited to attend the Public Meeting of Council and any person who attends the meeting may make representations relating to the proposed by-law and background study. The meeting is to be held: Tuesday, March 22, 3 p.m. Council Chambers 111 Sandiford Drive Stouffville, ON L4A 0Z8 In order that sufficient information is made available to the public prior to Council's consideration of the amending by-law on April 19, copies of the background study and proposed by-law are being made available as of February 18 online at the Town's website and from the Customer Service Centre at the above location. Interested persons may express their comments at the Public Meeting or in writing, addressed to the Town Clerk, at the above address prior to March 22. Notices coNt'd IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING RECYCLING COLLECTION Residents are reminded that plastic bags, Styrofoam (including take-out containers) and film plastic (such as newspaper bags and plastic wrap from soft drink and water cases) are not accepted for recycling collection. These items are not recyclable and cannot go through the Region's automated sorting equipment. Any blue boxes containing these items will be stickered and left behind by collection crews. Also, cardboard boxes must be flattened and bundled in 3 ft x 3 ft x 1 ft sections. Large pieces of cardboard is not able to be processed by the truck. Recyclables are not accepted if set out in cardboard boxes. A blue box container should be used. TUESDAY, APRIL 5 Council Meeting 7 p.m. The agenda for the Council meetings will be available for review at the Municipal Offices,Whitchurch-Stouffville Public Library and on our website 12 p.m. (noon) the Thursday prior to the meeting. Notices CHANGE THE CLOCKS, CHANGE THE BATTERIES Whitchurch-Stouffville Fire and Emergency Services would like to remind all residents to replace the batteries in their smoke alarms and carbon monoxide alarms when they set their clocks ahead one hour on Sunday, March 13. Bid documeNts Bid packages may be obtained by registering on Biddingo at www.biddingo.com (a subscriber and/or document fee may apply). Bid # WS-RFP-16-29 Description Design Consulting Services for L & M Lebovic Park Design-Build of a Columbarium at the Stouffville Cemetery Active Transportation Servicing Plan Bid Closing Date Closing March 16, 2016 before 3 p.m. EST Closing March 16, 2016 before 3 p.m. EST Closing March 16, 2016 before 3 p.m. EST ON-STREET PARKING STUDY ­ PUBLIC MEETING Thursday, March 24, 6 p.m. ­ 8 p.m. Municipal Offices ­ Council Chambers We want to hear from you! This public meeting is being held to summarize the findings of the technical study and present preliminary recommendations. A short presentation will be held at 7 p.m. followed by a question and answer period. For more information, please contact Linda Mainprize at linda.mainprize@townofws.ca or x 2258. NOTICE TO RESIDENTS Water Bills Due Friday, March 18 WATER bills have now been mailed. For those who have not received their bills should contact the Municipal Water Department as soon as possible. Failure to receive a water bill does not eliminate the responsibility for payment of water or the penalty charge for late payment. WATER PAYMENTS may be made by mail, at most Financial Institutions, banking machines, by telephone and internet or in person at the Town Office, 111 Sandiford Drive. After hours, water payments may be made in the drop box at the main entrance of the Municipal Office. PLEASE NOTE: The Town will no longer accept credit cards for payment of your water accounts. WS-RFP-16-16 VOLUNTEER RECRUITMENT Want to make a difference in your community? Join a Town Advisory Committee! Town of Whitchurch-Stouffville is seeking new members for the Accessibility Advisory Committee, which serves as a collaborative voice for community members experiencing disability. Submit your application online by Thursday, March 24. WS-RFP-16-24 The Corporation of the Town of Whitchurch-Stouffville reserves the right to accept or reject all or part of any Bid and also reserves the right to accept other than the lowest Bid and cancel any Call for Bids at any time. W hat's On in Whitchurch-Stouffville Leisure & Community Services 905-642-PLAY (7529) leisure.services@townofws.ca Library 905-642-READ (7323) or 1-888-603-4292 www.wsplibrary.on.ca THE AMAZING RACE STOUFFVILLE Thursday, March 10 Stouffville Arena 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Looking to get involved, gain leadership skills and make new friends? Join us at our next Whitchurch-Stouffville Youth Council Meeting! New members are always welcome! For more information, please call 905-640-1910 ext. 2278 SOLD OUT LAST YEAR! Register Before March 9! March Break Skating Party Ages 12-18 Bring your ice skates and rockyour best neon outfit! Thursday March 17th 1:00-4:00pm Prizes for best costume & Door prizes Starting at the WS Leisure Centre teams of two complete challenges around the downtown Stouffville area and race back to the start. Cool prizes: Pool Party, Gift Cards and more! $14.00 per team of 2 - Ages 13-18 years Pre-register your team by March 10th. Barcode: 26744 WS Leisure Centre 905-642-PLAY (7529) www.townofws.ca Cost: $2.00 or $1.50 with a Youth Access cards Friday March 18th 7:00pm-9:00pm at Stouffville Clippers Sports Complex All participants must wear skates to go on the ice, helmets are recommended. Snacks and drinks will be on sale. Staff supervision on site. LAST CHANCE TO DONATE TO THE GIANT BOOK SALE @ YOUR LIBRARY The Whitchurch-Stouffville Public Library needs books, books, and more books for its FINAL book sale April 6-10! Search your basements, garages, book shelves and donate unwanted items to this FINAL book sale. Last date for donations is Saturday, March 26 at 5 p.m. MARCH BREAK PROGRAMS AT WSPL Panthers, Puppets, Pre-School crafts and Much, Much More! Tickets available NOW! LEGO-BOTS Wednesday, March 16 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Whitchurch-Stouffville Public Library Have fun with technology while building confidence and gaining knowledge! Learn to think like an engineer and solve problems with our specialized LEGO Robotics kits. Free, and no registration required! Ages 8+. Latcham Gallery 905-640-8954 www.latchamgallery.ca Museum March Break Camp "Global Challenge" 905-727-8954 or 1-888-290-0337 www.townofws.ca/museum Publication mail agreement #40007673 CALLING ALL YOUTH! Want to be part of a selfie art video or participate in a live painting competition during our Youth Week kickstART event? Visit www.latchamgallery.ca for details! Easter Hoppenings Workshop Saturday, March 26, 1 to 2:30 p.m. March 14 to 18, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. "Travel the World" through a series of activities, crafts and games while learning about other countries and the environment! Recommended ages 5 to 12. $160 per child. Before and After Care available. Pre-registration required. Barcode 27553, Before Care 27555, After Care 27554 Register with PLAY...Online or in person at the WS Leisure Centre or Museum. Hop on by to decorate Easter cookies, create a work of art and go on an Easter egg hunt! Recommended ages 3 to 10. Children $10, Adults $5. Pre-registration required. Register with PLAY...Online or in person at the Leisure Centre or Museum. Barcode 26768.