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Stouffville Sun-Tribune (Stouffville, ON), 31 Jul 2008, p. 4

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The Town sponsored a hole for the Royal Canadian Legion’s 23rd Annual Golf Tournament. For more information and to sponsor a hole, call Steve Bell at 905-640-1714. 7 Mon., Aug. 4 Sun., Aug. 3 DEVELOPMENT LANDS COMMUNITY OF STOUFFVILLE Council adopted the terms of reference for a study of land use policies and growth strategies related to “Phase 2” development lands in the Community of Stouffville. The study will addreSs a broad range of development factors such as phasing, building/ neighbourhood design and environmental sustainability to ensure proper land use and human services planning. A copy of the terms of reference is available as part of the July 29 Council meeting package available online at whitchurchstouffville.fileprosite.com or in person at the Clerk’s Department. Council endorsed the appointment of Neil Garbe and Erin Mahoney from York Region as municipal representatives on the two Source Protection Committees having jurisdiction in Whitchurchâ€"Stouffville. Required by the Clean Water Act, Source Protection Committees advise on source water protection plans and other measures aimed at ensuring safe drinking water. Read more about Main Street improvements in the adjacent column or online at www.townofws.com Council authorized staff to move forward with an application for funding under the Region of York’s Streetscape Partnership Program. If approved, funding will be used to create a gateway feature on Stouffville Road, west of Highway 48. Although a design has not been finalized, it may include such features as a brick or stone gateway, banner and landscaping and is intended to enhance the visual appeal of the street and mark the entrance into the community of Stouffville. Consideration of Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendments submitted by Galloway Reit (Stouffville), Inc regarding Hoover Park Town Centre. THE TOWN OF WHITCHURCH-STOUFFVILLE MUNICIPAL OFFICE WILL BE CLOSED: MONDAY AUGUST 4TH The outdoor pool is open on Monday, Augusta I:05p.m. to 4:30 p.01. and 6:05 p.03. to 7:30 pm. For Public Stoufl'ville sumrribm I LEGION’S 23RD ANNUAL GOLF TOURNAMENT - SEPTEMBER 6th FOXRIDGE GOLF 8t COUNTRY CLUB TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 9, 2008 SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING 7:00 PM STREETSCAPE PARTNERSHIP PROGRAM SOURCE PROTECTION COMMITTEES 8 am. - 4 pm TUESDAY, AUGUST 19, 2008 COUNCIL MEETING 1:00 P.M ' Works/Leisure Services Emergencies, please call 1-800-997-9377 CLOSED \I‘l tang- CLOSED CLOSED Thursday July 31, 2008 10 am. - CLOSED Check out www.townofws.com/nineteen Rejuvenation of Nineteen on supporting cast and help makt events centre in the downtown For more information please call 905-640-1910 or ext. 600. As construction proceeds along Main St“ delays when traveling. Hoover Park Drive good alternates to consider. We appreci: understanding. in this area o ' Phase 3, the intersection at the Ninth Line, will be constructed by the Region about 2011-2012. The Region is currently re- evaluating the jog elimination of the Ninth Line and will complete the Main Street intersection improvements with its construction also beginning this summer - “mu 1., Luc lnleSCCIlOfl at Highway 48, will be constructed in 2009. This work will be coordinated with the widening of Stouffville Road from McCowan Road to Highway 48 which is o Phase 1, from about 200 m east 0: Drive, is currently under construction will be done this year with top-lift asph done next Spring. The Main as a result. The main roads in Stouffville are already congested and traffic will get heavier as growth continues over the next few years. This project will provide for better traffic operations and pedestrian safety, while improving access to local business areas. The Town is growing rapidlyand traffic volumes are Main Street will be completely reconstructed from Highway 48 through to the Ninth Line. The new road will have two lanes in each direction with centre and left-turn lanes. Trees and shrubs will be planted in the boulevards and the raised median. Streetlight illumination will be improved with decorative poles and light standards. I. What exactly are the “improvements” planned for Main Street? . How long will it take for the construction to be completed? the road widening and reconstructinn underway and, proceeding through the summér and fall. The Main Street Improvement Project continues in 2008 with ‘. Why is the Town doing this work? Phase 2, the intersection at Highway 48, will be Street Improvement project is planned in three phases: 0t Nineteen on the Park! has begun. Join the lSt and help make this exciting new multi-purpose in the downtown a reality! 13. Hoover Park Drive and Millard Street are consider. We appreciate your patience and about 200 m east of Highway 48 to Winona Ider construction. Most of the roadworks with top-lift asphalt and landscaping to be along Main Street you will experience asp 905-895-5299 Increasing We thank all applicants who apply for these positions, but advise that only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, 2001, 8.0. 2001, c.25, as amended and will be used for oummp armada“- “Inn--- and coordination of planning standards and requirements for heritage preservation and urban design elements for streetscapes, parks and open space planning. For more details about these positions and application procedures, please refer to the Town's web site at www.townofws.com or 905-640-1900 or 905-895-5299. Planner Urban Design Manager of Planning Due to an internal promotion, the Town has opening for a Manager of Planning, responsible f the Planning Services Division, comprised of devel long-range planning, urban design, and GIS a1 services. or go to www.townofws.com to download information, contact Yorick Tnna at max.“ 7 Drop by the Lebovic Leisure We are now accepting applications for Deck Attendant and Instructor/Lifeguard positions for the fall. Deck Attendants must be 14 years of age and hold a current Bronze Cross, Standard First Aid, and AED certification. Assistant Instructors also an asset. Instructor/Lifeguards must be 16 years of age and hold a current NLS, Swim/LSS Instructor, Standard First Aid, and AED certification. Now Hiring Aquatic Staff for the Fall! The Corporation of the Town of Whitchurch-Stouffville reserves the right to accept or reject any proposal and also reserves the right to accept other than the lowest proposal. If fu rther information is required, please contact Andrew McNeely, DeputyoDirector 8: Manager of Planning at 905-640-1910 ext. 270 or via email at andrew.mcneely@town0fws.com to establish revised land use policies and strategies which are proactive and achieve greater clarity in dealing with growth related issues such as: phasing and implementation; neighbourhood and building design; environmental sustainability; and, conservation practices to assist in the future development of the Phase 2 lands within the Community of Stouffville. The Request for Proposal document is available at the Town Office located at 37 Sandiford Drive, 4th Floor, or, online at www.townofws.com WS-RFP-08-38 PHASE 2 DEVELOPMENT LANDS STOUFFVILLE SECONDARY PLAN COMMUNITY OF STOUFFVILLE The Town is seeking Request for Ptoposals for a consultant Requests for Proposal: will be accepted until 3:00 pan. on Wednesday, August 27, 2008 g bervices Division, comprised of development review, planning, urban design, and GIS and information , contact Yorick Tong at 905-642-7529 ext. 320 the Municipal Freedom of Information and Act, personal information is collected under Municipal Act, 2001, 8.0. 2001, c.25, as used for purpose of candidate selection. of Planning, responsible for coordinating entre to pick up an one. For more an immediafe application,

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