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South Dundas 360 Fall/Winter 2017–2018 Robinson Photo South Dundas Recreation 34 Ottawa St., Morrisburg, ON 613-543-2673 www.southdundas.com SOUTH DUNDAS
Register for a class/Teach a class How to register for a class Registration for South Dundas Recreation-run at the South Dundas Municipal Centre. Payment is programs can be done on the second floor of the South required at the time of registration. A 10% charge is Dundas Municipal Centre weekdays between 8:30 am applied to refunds, unless the program is cancelled by and 4:30 pm. This is the best way to ensure that you get South Dundas Recreation. a spot in the program of your choice. South Dundas Recreation will make every attempt If you are unable to register during work hours and are to make up for a cancelled class due to weather or attending a program that takes place at the Municipal instructor illness, it is not guaranteed that this will Centre, you can bring your registration form and happen for every missed class. money (cash or cheque) to the class you would like to A refund will not be provided for a cancelled class nor attend. will it be provided if a participant is unable to attend a Anyone is welcome to try a class for free before making class during the program session. a commitment. Want to participate in a program but If you have questions about programs offered by South can’t make every class? We offer a $10 drop-in fee for Dundas Recreation, please contact: any of our classes. Ben Macpherson Registration forms and information on programs can Director of Recreation and Facilities be found online at southdundas.com/recreation, from 613-543-2673 the program instructor, or at the administration desk bmacpherson@southdundas.com Want to Teach a Class? Becoming an Instructor with South Dundas Recreation Recreation If you have a talent or passion that you would like to teach others, South Dundas Recreation can help. South Dundas Recreation will take care of all the logistical work needed to run a program, this includes advertising, registration, materials, and more. As an instructor, you simply have to show up and teach your class. Instructors are paid competitive wages and provided constant feedback and support. If you would like to begin instructing or would like more information on becoming an instructor, please contact Ben Macpherson at the above contact information.
Table of Contents Table of Contents Recreation Information Mayor’s Message/Council Information������������������������������������ 2 Municipal Information���������������������������������������������������� 3 Municipal Facilities������������������������������������������������������� 4 South Dundas Minor Hockey/Junior C Hockey/Skating Club ������������� 5 Public Skating Hours/Curlng Club���������������������������������������� 6 Ontario Early Years Centre Programs�������������������������������������� 7 Child & Youth Programs�������������������������������������������������� 8 Youth & Adult Programs�������������������������������������������������� 9 Youth & Adult Programs/Yoga������������������������������������������� 10 Kickboxing & Bootcamp/Fitness & Core Exercise Classes����������������� 11 Dundas County 50+ Wellness Day���������������������������������������� 12 Community Groups/Sport Lending Library/JumpStart������������������� 13 SD&G County Library Programs����������������������������������������� 14 Community Calendar���������������������������������������������������� 15 Municipal Information Fire & Safety������������������������������������������������������������� 16 Finance & Economic Development/By-Law Enforcement����������������� 17 Planning & Building����������������������������������������������������� 18 Public Works������������������������������������������������������������ 19 Marriage & Lottery Licenses���������������������������������������������� 20 Garbage & Recycling������������������������������������� Inside Back Cover Garbage Pickup Calendar��������������������������������������� Back Cover Stay Connected to your South Dundas The Municipality of South Dundas is active on social media and you can connect with us Recreation to get the latest on what our community whas to offer. You can keep up with our channels at: • Facebook.com/southdundas; and • Twitter @southdundaslive. 1
Mayor’s Message/Council Information Mayor’s Message Council Meeting Dates September 5, 2017 Regular Council Meeting Welcome to the 2017 Fall & Winter 360° Community September 19, 2017 Regular Council Meeting Guide! October 3, 2017 Regular Council Meeting The Municipality of South Dundas is committed to fostering a strong sense of community involvement and October 17, 2017 Regular Council Meeting encouraging physical activity and participation. November 7, 2017 Regular Council Meeting This guide provides you with our recreation programming November 21, 2017 Regular Council Meeting schedule, outlining options for all ages, skillsets, and interests that will assist in selecting a program that is right December 5, 2017 Regular Council Meeting for you and your family. Registration forms and detailed December 19, 2017 Regular Council Meeting information are available at www.southdundas.com. January 16, 2018 Regular Council Meeting Keep this guide handy; in it you will find invaluable details on municipal information, such as garbage February 6, 2018 Regular Council Meeting and recycling schedules, Fire and Emergency Services February 20, 2018 Regular Council Meeting information, contact information of Council members, upcoming community events, and so much more. With the upcoming launch of the new and improved website in late 2017, deciding on a recreation program will be a smoother experience and obtaining the municipal information you require will be easier to search and locate. Get more out of living in South Dundas and take advantage of the incredible opportunities to get involved in our community! Evonne Delegarde, Mayor Municipality of South Dundas Members of Council Council Members Address Contact Information Evonne Delegarde, 35 Church Ave. Home: 613-652-1388 Mayor P.O. Box 137 Cell: 613-340-5979 Iroquois, ON edelegarde@southdundas.com K0E 1K0 Jim Locke, 5542 Meadowbrook Dr. Home: 613-652-2233 Deputy Mayor Iroquois, ON jlocke@southdundas.com K0E 1K0 Bill Ewing, P.O. Box 1228 Home: 613-652-4313 Councillor Morrisburg, ON Cell: 613-802-0729 K0C 1X0 bewing@southdundas.com Marc St. Pierre, 12098 County Rd. 4/ Home: 613-543-3525 Recreation Councillor Lakeshore Dr. mstpierre@southdundas.com Morrisburg, ON K0C 1X0 Archie L. Mellan, 10952 Hulbert Rd., Home: 613-989-2734 Councillor Brinston, ON Cell: 613-299-1356 K0E 1C0 amellan@southdundas.com 2
Municipal Information Municipal Message Municipal Office Hours Accessibility Office Hours: 8:30 am–4:30 pm (Monday–Friday) The Municipality of South Dundas is committed Phone: 613-543-2673 to providing accessible information, programs, and resources, as outlined in the Accessibility Toll Free: 1-800-265-0619 Plan, which can be found on the municipal After Hours Emergency: 613-652-4028 website. Fax: 613-543-1076 If you experience a barrier to participation, General inquiries: mail@southdundas.com or have a suggestion on how we can improve Address: 34 Ottawa St., PO Box 740 accessibility, please call 613- 543-2673, or send us Morrisburg, ON an email with your suggestion at K0C 1X0 mail@southdundas.com. Municipal Staff Contacts Corporate Services Chief Administrative Officer/Treasurer Shannon Geraghty sgeraghty@southdundas.com Director of Corporate Services/Clerk Brenda Brunt bbrunt@southdundas.com Communications & Tourism Coordinator Chris Hemond chemond@southdundas.com Administrative Assistant Tara Fairbairn tfairbairn@southdundas.com – Corporate Services Administrative Assistant Amanda Alexander aalexander@southdundas.com – Planning, By-Law & Public Works Finance Tax & Utility Coordinator Lea Anne Munro lamunro@southdundas.com Deputy Treasurer Sarah McMillan smcmillan@southdundas.com Accounting Assistant Shawn Mason smason@southdundas.com Accounts Payable Greg De Dekker gdedekker@southdundas.com Planning, Building & By-Law Director of Building & Planning Don J.W. Lewis dlewis@southdundas.com Building Inspector Dan Tessier dtessier@southdundas.com By-Law Enforcement Officer Justin Elliot bylaw@southdundas.com Economic Development Economic Development Officer Rob Hunter rhunter@southdundas.com Parks and Recreation Director of Recreation & Facilities Ben Macpherson bmacpherson@southdundas.com Recreation Public Works Department Director or Public Works mail@southdundas.com Fire & Emergency Services Director of Fire & Emergency Services Cameron Morehouse cmorehouse@southdundas.com 3
Municipal Facilities Municipal Facilities The Municipality has a variety of cost-effective, multi-use Outdoor Rinks facilities available to meet the needs of your next event. The Municipality of South Dundas has five outdoor rinks. Staff are available to assist you with your rental and any Each rink has changerooms and washrooms with exception questions you may have. Please call 613-543-2673 to inquire of the Morrisburg rink. further about your booking. The rinks are located in: • Iroquois; Morrisburg Arena • Dundela; The Morrisburg Arena is a single pad arena used for local • Williamsburg; hockey and figure skating groups. The arena also has various • Riverside Heights. dates for public skating and ice time is available for rent. Dunbar Recreation Building George Jowett Memorial Hall 3244 Marcellus Road 13137 Riverside Drive Dunbar, Ontario Riverside Heights, Ontario Capacity: 160 People Capacity: 70 People Upstairs, 100 People Downstairs To Book: Please contact Glendon Moore at 613-448-2966 To Book: Contact Keith or Linda Robinson at 613-543-3338 Dunbar Recreation Building is used by various community George Jowett Memorial Hall is used by various community groups and rented for private parties, and special occasions. groups and rented for private parties, special occasions and regular weekly bingos. Matilda Hall Iroquois Civic Centre Recreation 4421 County Road 16/Brinston Road 1 Dundas Street Dixon’s Corners, Ontario Iroquois, Ontario Capacity: 383 People Capacity: 167 People To Book: 613-543-2673 To Book: 613-543-2673 Matilda Hall features a spacious hall with stage and full Iroquois Civic Centre features a large auditorium, with full kitchen. With a capacity over 300, Matilda Hall is available kitchen to cater events. The Iroquois Civic Centre is available for parties, special events and more. for parties, special events and more. 4
South Dundas Minor Hockey/Skating Club South Dundas Minor Hockey South Dundas Minor Hockey Minor hockey is open to Minor hockey level chart: boys and girls 17 years old or Age: Level: younger and is a great way to 5, 6 (Born 2011/'12/’13) Initiation have fun and exercise. Players are divided into 7, 8 (Born 2009/'10) Novice playing levels according to age for competitive and 9, 10 (Born 2007/'08) Atom house leagues, and will be engaged in six months of 11, 12 (Born 2005/'06) PeeWee hockey, whether it is games or training. There are still spots available for those wishing to register their child. 13, 14 (Born 2003/'04) Bantam Anyone interested can contact registrar Cassandra 15, 16, 17 (Born '00/'01/'02) Midget Barry at blake_barry@sympatico.ca. Visit us online at www.sdhockey.ca. Hockey starts on September 12. Equipment Exchange Morrisburg & District Skating Club South Dundas Minor Hockey will be holding an The Morrisburg & District Skating Club looks forward equipment exchange day at the Morrisburg Arena on to beginning their 2017-2018 skating season. Due to Saturday, September 9, 2017, from 9:00 am – Noon. a delay with the arena renovations, all programs are For more information, visit www.sdhockey.ca. scheduled to start Monday, October 23. Thanks to the support of surrounding clubs, intermediate and senior Morrisburg Junior C Lions skaters will begin their season at the Prescott and The Morrisburg Lions Winchester Clubs. are a Canadian junior ice hockey team based in This season is an exciting year for MDSC as they are Morrisburg, Ontario. They celebrating their 50th Anniversary. The club is planning a celebration on Friday, December 22, for all past and became members of the present members. More information about the event National Capital Junior will be available closer to the date. Hockey League (NCJHL) commencing with the 2015-16 season. The season will end with the popular Ice Show on Saturday, March 31. This a time for all skaters to show The Morrisburg Jr. Lions Hockey Club has provided their talents, especially the amazing CanSkaters who close to 50 years of Junior B Lions history in always manage to steal the show. Morrisburg. It began with the purchase of the franchise Registration Dates: by John Rice, who, with Hosea Droppo and Blake Friday, September 22, 6:00 pm–8:00 pm (Arena Lobby) Cruickshank, revamped junior hockey in the village. Saturday, September 23, 10:00 am–Noon (Arena Lobby) For the past three decades, under the leadership of Ron For more information, visit skatemorrisburg.com. Casselman, the Lions program continued to provide a wonderful source of entertainment for the community. Hump Day Hockey Break up the week with an hour of pick-up hockey at The Lions Management —Kevin Casselman, Dale the Morrisburg Arena. We are looking for skaters and Lewis, Gary Brownlee & Rosan Brownlee—are proud goalies to get a weekly game going. of the decades and heritage of the Morrisburg Lions organization. It took courage, faith, endurance, Fee is $5.00 per week that can be paid weekly or in determination, and pride to surmount all obstacles that a lump sum. Receipts can be issued for lump-sum built this organization. With those same characters the payments. Goalies are free. Recreation program looks for a bright and successful future. Each skater must sign a one-time waiver through South Dundas Recreation. Come out to our games and show your support! Hockey runs Noon to 1:00 pm and starts Wednesday, Game Times: November 1. Friday: 8:30 pm Saturday: 7:30 pm For more information, please contact Ben Macpherson Sunday: 2:30 pm 613-543-2673 or bmacpherson@southdundas.com. 5
Public Skating Hours/Curling Club Public Skating Hours for 2017/2018 Class Ages Length Days Time Parents, Tots All October–March Wednesdays & 10:30 am to 11:30 am and Seniors Thursdays Public All October–March Saturdays 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm After School 8–18 years October–March Thursdays 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm Skating Public Skating Events Notice: Please note that all public skating events require children 14 and under to have a legal guardian present at all times while skating. If a guardian is not present, the child(ren) will not be allowed to enter the ice surface. It is the responsibility of the arena staff to ensure public skating events are safe for all skaters. It is the responsibility of the guardian to ensure the safety of their child or children both on and off the ice. Curling Club Morrisburg Little Rocks Daytime Ladies’: Tuesday Afternoons The Morrisburg Little Rocks program will start in late Evening Men: Tuesday Nights October. For further information please visit Evening Ladies: Wednesday Nights www.morrisburgcurling.ca, or follow us on Facebook. Daytime Mixed: Thursday Mornings The Morrisburg Bantam Program Competitive: Thursday Nights The Morrisburg Bantam Program will start in late Mixed Fun Night: Friday Evenings October. For more information, please visit Events throughout the season include: www.morrisburgcurling.ca, follow us on Facebook, or • Swing and Sweep contact Mahlon Locke at 613-543-3104 or • Two-person bonspiel docloc@sympatico.ca. • Christmas Bonspiel • The Heart and Stroke Bonspiel Morrisburg • United Way Bonspiel Curling Club • Alzheimers Bonspiel Come join one or more of our leagues and make your • And more! winter an enjoyable experience. Our season runs from The Morrisburg Curling Club operates solely on October to April. Registration forms, including Little volunteers, and help is always welcome. Recreation Rocks and Bantams, are available online at www.morrisburgcurling.ca. For more information about how you can join us or what you can do to help, contact Mahlon Locke at Leagues (Weekly Schedule) home 613-543-3104, cell 613-930-6597, or by email at Daytime Men’s: Monday, Wednesday, Friday docloc@sympatico.ca. afternoons and Tuesday mornings The Morrisburg Curling Club is located at 22 Ontario Learn to Curl: Monday nights St., Morrisburg, and the phone number is 613-543-2931. 6
OEYC Programs Ontario Early Years Centre Programs Visit us online To view and print our calendar of events, or for more information on these and other upcoming programs, please visit www.giag.ca. Play & Learn We are open for Play & Learn: • Mondays and Tuesdays from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm at the South Dundas Municipal Building in Morrisburg on the 3rd floor, and • Thursdays starting Sept. 21 from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm at Seaway High School, Room 109, in Iroquois. Please use the door on the left on Beech St. Watch Me Grow Watch Me Grow is offered every Tuesday from 9:30 am–11:30 am at the South Dundas Municipal Building. Public Health Nurses from Eastern Ontario the needs of your family in a supportive group setting Health Unit are here to weigh and measure your led by a Triple P practitioner. This program is open to infant/child and to provide health recommendations in parents of children aged 0–12. To register, or for more a friendly, supportive environment. The public health information, visit www.mytriplep.ca. nurses provide immunizations the last Tuesday of each month. Apple Picking and Biemond Upper Canada Creamery Tour Triple P Group Come apple picking at Smyth’s Apple Orchard A Positive Parenting Program will be holding several and tour the Biemond Upper Canada Creamery on programs in the Morrisburg and Winchester area. Wednesday, September 13. We will meet in the parking Triple P Group offers parenting strategies that can help lot of Smyth’s Apple Orchard at 10:00 am. It will be a reduce stress for your family. Meet other parents, share great time for children to get together and enjoy the your stories and concerns, and gain suggestions that fit outdoors while picking apples. At 11:00 am, we will head one block south to the Biemond Creamery to see the cows and yogurt. Call Fiona at 613-360-9934 for more information. Learn French Thinking about putting your child in French Immersion? "Apprends le français avec moi" hosted by "Partir d’un bon pas," is a fun introduction to French. This program takes place every Monday from 10:00–11:00 am at Morrisburg Recreation Play & Learn. Also, once every other month after this program is the "J'aime lire" program. Participating families will receive a free French book. All programs are FREE! 7
Child & Youth Programs Child and Youth Programs Kids in the Kitchen POPULAR! Sandy’s Dance Studio Kids are the best food critics. They know what tastes Professionally-trained instructor Sandy Ruest has 30 good, and they’re not afraid to ask for it. years of experience and offers a variety of classes, Participants will learn how to cook some of the tastiest including: dishes themselves in this interactive class led by • Kinder Boogie (Specialized dance program for Holistic Nutrition & Wellness Specialist Laura Barclay. children aged 4–6 years) • Jazz and Hip Hop Duration: 6 weeks • Tap Dancing and Step Dancing Cost: $25.00 per person • Beginner Baton Twirling Location: Community Living Dundas County, 55 • Pre-teen and Teen Hip Hop Allison Avenue, Morrisburg • Beginnger Adult Country Line Dancing Kids’ Classes Classes will finish with a year-end recital. For more Ages: 8–12 years information or to register, please call Sandy at Dates: Mondays or Wednesdays 613-564-1401, or on her cell at 613-725-6533. September 18 through November 1 Time: 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm Art Classes Instructor Melanie Giroux will provide a fun Youth Classes! environment where kids can let their imaginations run Ages: 13–16 wild in a structured and educated way. She will help Dates: Mondays, September 18 through October 30 them bring their ideas to life with a simple approach Time: 7:30 pm to 8:30 pm focusing on practicing learned techniques and *No class on Thanksgiving Weekend. knowledge. Children will have artwork to bring home Red Cross Babysitting Course after module. To show a child the ability to create truly Participants will learn how to entertain children, how opens their eyes and mind to endless possibilities. to keep them safe, and what to do in an emergency. Ages: 6–9 (Beginner) Participants will also learn basic First Aid and CPR, 10–16 (Intermediate) and will receive a Red Cross Babysitting Handbook. 10–16 (Advanced) Please bring a lunch and a pen. Dates: September 17 through December 10 Duration: 12 weeks Instructor: Fiona Carr Time: Beginner: 10:00 am–11:30 am Age: 11 years or older Intermediate: 11:30 am–1:30 pm Date: Saturday, November 4 Advanced: 1:30 pm–3:30 pm Time: 10:00 am to 4:00 pm Cost: $65.00 Cost: $50.00/person (tax incl.) Location: South Dundas Municipal Centre (3rd floor) Location: South Dundas Municipal Centre (3rd floor) To register, contact Fiona Carr at fcarr@giag.ca or call or South Dundas Sparks, Brownies and Guides Age: Sparks: 5–6 text 613-360-9934. Brownies: 7–8 Home Alone Course Guides: 9–11 (Canadian Safety Council) Time: Mondays from 6:30 pm–7:45 pm This course teaches safety tips and what to do in an Cost: $179.00 emergency, as well as basic CPR and First Aid. Location: St. Peter’s Lutheran Church, Williamsburg Contact: Jenn Eamon at (home) 613-643-2047 or (cell) Participants will receive a home alone guide. 613-802-9483, or nurse_jenn@live.com or visit Instructor: Fiona Carr www.girlguides.ca. Recreation Age: 10 years or older Pre-Teen Nights Date: Saturday, October 21 Age: 8–12 years Time: 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm Duration: Weekly throughout the year Cost: $20.00/person (tax incl.) Time: Wednesdays, 7:00pm–8:30pm Location: South Dundas Municipal Centre (3rd floor) Cost: $2 per visit To register, contact Fiona Carr at fcarr@giag.ca or call or Location: Dixon’s Corner Community Centre text 613-360-9934. Contact: Josh Biemond at 613-652-4118. 8
Youth & Adult Programs Youth and Adult Programs Youth Nights techniques in a positive and safe environment. Classes Age: 13 years and up are led by Master R. Marin, Black Belt VII Degree, Chan Duration: Weekly throughout the year Hun International Taekwon-Do Federation. Time: Tuesdays 7:30pm–9:00pm Youth Taekwon Do Cost: $2 per visit Location: Dixon’s Corner Community Centre Dates: Tuesdays, September 19–December 19 Contact: Josh Biemond at 613-652-4118 Thursdays, September 21–December 21 Duration: 10 weeks Kick Like a Girl Soccer Times: 5:30 pm–6:30 pm: Jr. Achievers (ages 7–12) Kick Like a Girl is an indoor soccer program for girls in 6:30 pm–7:30 pm: Teens (ages 13–18) Grades 1–5. Registration will take place November 30 from 6:00 pm–7:30 pm at the Iroquois Civic Centre. Cost: Ages 7–16: 1 night/week — $80.00 (no tax) 2 nights/week — $100.00 (no tax) Start Date: January 2018 Ages 17+: 1 night/week — $110.00 (tax incl.) Duration: 6 weeks 2 nights/week — $145.00 (tax incl.) Location: Iroquois Location: Iroquois Civic Centre For more information, please contact Melanie at Adult Taekwon Do 613-246-2562 or kicklikeagirlont@gmail.com. Ages: 18 and up South Dundas Soccer Association Fall Soccer Dates: Tuesdays, September 19–December 19 The South Dundas Soccer Association has launched Thursdays, September 21–December 21 a fall season, because soccer isn’t just played in the Duration: 10 weeks summer! Time: 7:30 pm–8:30 pm Age: Youth born between 2004–2008 Cost: 1 night/week — $110.00 (tax incl.) Date: Season begins Sept.12. Registration due Sept. 8 2 nights/week — $145.00 (tax incl.) Cost: $35.00 Location: Iroquois Civic Centre For more information, or to download a form, visit www.southdundassoccer.org/fall-soccer or contact Phil Art & Craft Workshops—De-Stress & Relax at 613-543-2168. Felting, Painting on Silk, Fabric Art Sculptures, Mosaic, & more Learn to Speak Spanish Art is a form of therapy that encourages creativity and A great opportunity for those headed South for self-expression as vehicles to reduce stress, improve the winter and who could use Spanish to better self-esteem, increase awareness and help remedy communicate while away! Learning a new language trauma. is an excellent way to keep the mind sharp and to You do not have to be an artist to enjoy the benefits of have some fun. All Ages welcome. (Children under 12 art therapy. In fact, most of the exercises rely not on the require parental supervision). final product you create, but the creative process. Instructor: Martha Moir Reiki Ages: All Ages Ideal for anyone interested in learning more about Dates: Tuesdays and/or Wednesdays, October 24– universal healing energy, how it works, and the December 13 benefits. Duration: 8 weeks For workshops and dates, or to register, please go to Classes: Tuesdays, 7:00 pm–8:00 pm www.auraculinaryarts.yolasite.com, call 613-652-4444 Wednesdays, 7:00 pm–8:00 pm or visit Aura Salon, 35 Iroquois Plaza (one door east of Location: South Dundas Municipal Centre (3rd Floor) Foodland). New class location: 15 Iroquois Plaza (next Cost: 1 night/week $50.00 Recreation to the LCBO). 2 nights/week $75.00 Riverside Recreation Euchre and Bingo Taekwon Do POPULAR! Take part in some fun and games at the George This traditional Korean martial art promotes confidence Jowett Memorial Hall. Euchre takes place every and self-esteem in participants of all ages. All classes Monday afternoon, beginning at 1:00 pm, and Bingo include warmup and stretching exercises, elements of is every Monday night, starting at 7:30 pm. For more basic kicking and punching, patterns and self-defence information, call Linda Robinson at 613-543-3338. 9
Youth & Adult Programs/Yoga Youth and Adult Programs Learning Technology for Older Age Adults Start Date: Monday, October 2 Have you recently joined the technology race and Time: 1:30 pm–4:00 pm bought a smartphone or tablet and you’re not sure how Cost: $5 to get started? Want to keep friends up to date on your Location: Matilda Hall life? Janeen Wagemans is here to help! Each class will *No Shuffleboard on Oct. 9, 12 & 19 cover a different aspect on how to use your new gadget Senior Exercise Classes and will be sure to leave you feeling tech savvy. Instructor Jennine McCourt is offering free one-hour Instructor: Janeen Wagemans classes that focus on posture, balance, strength and Age: 50 years and up flexibility for all seniors. All classes go year-round Dates: Apple users—Wednesdays, Sept. 13–Nov. 15 and take place every Tuesday and Thursday in the Android users—Fridays, Sept. 15–Nov. 17 following locations: Duration: 8 weeks Morrisburg Time: 10:00 am to 11:30 am Hartford Retirement Center at 9:00 am Cost: $22.60 (tax incl.) Location: South Dundas Municipal Centre, 3rd floor Williamsburg Park Dr. Villa Support Center at 10:45 pm Shuffleboard & Carpet Bowling Contact Cecil McDermott at 613-652-4130. Iroquois Ages: 16 years and up United Church at 1:00 pm Days: Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays For more info, email jennine at mccourt@yahoo.ca. Yoga Seniors Yoga Enjoy the benefits of yoga in an environment that Hatha Yoga will allow you to exercise at your own comfort level. Stretching and strength exercises, along with Participants can perform yoga from a chair or a mat. relaxation techniques, help to maintain and improve Ages: 50 and up flexibility and physical health. Yoga helps to calm the Dates: Tuesdays, Sept. 19–Dec. 8 nervous system, improve mental focus, and provide Thursdays, Sept. 21–Dec. 10 an overall sense of well-being. Fridays, Sept. 22–Dec. 11 Ages: 14 and up Duration: 12 weeks Dates: Tuesday morning classes: Sept. 19–Dec. 8 Time: Tuesdays, 11:30 am–12:30 pm Tuesday evening classes, Sept. 19–Dec. 8 Thursdays, 9:15 am–10:15 am Friday morning classes, Sept. 22–Dec. 11 Fridays, 10:30 am–11:30 am Duration: 12 weeks Cost: All classes are $65.00 each Times: Tuesday mornings, 10:00 am–11:00 am 2 classes are $125.00 Tuesday evenings, 7:00 pm–8:00 pm 3 classes are $180.00 Friday mornings, 9:15 am–10:15 am 4 classes are $225.00 Cost: $115.00 Location: South Dundas Municipal Centre (3rd Floor) Location: South Dundas Municipal Centre (3rd Floor) Flow Yoga (Trial Classes) This class combines classic poses and strength building postures, with a focus on breathing to improve strength, stability, stamina and flexibility. Challenge your body while calming your mind! Recreation Ages: 14 and up Dates: Tuesdays, Sept. 19 and 26, and Oct. 3 Time: 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm Cost: Free! Location: South Dundas Municipal Centre (3rd Floor) 10
Kickboxing & Bootcamp/Fitness & Core Kickboxing/Bootcamp Kickboxing Ages: 14 and up This high-energy class is a great workout for anybody, Dates: Sept. 18–Dec. 14 (No classes on Thanksgiving no matter your fitness level or experience. Kickboxing Monday) will build endurance and strength with a focus on core Duration: 12 weeks training and conditioning. Bring a family member or a Time: Mondays & Wednesdays, 7:00 pm–8:00 pm friend and experience a class that will leave you feeling Thursdays, 6:00 pm–7:00 pm stronger and energized! Cost: 1 class per week, $70.00 Ages: 14 and up 2 classes per week, $135.00 Dates: Sept. 18–Dec. 13 (No classes on Thanksgiving 3 classes per week, $200.00 Monday) Location: South Dundas Municipal Centre, 3rd floor Duration: 12 weeks Time: Mondays and Wednesdays, 6:00 pm–7:00 pm COMBO Cost: $140.00 CLASS PASS! Location: South Dundas Municipal Centre, 3rd floor Looking to stay healthy or to get back in shape? Want to challenge your Bootcamp body and mind? Register for the Combo The most popular class South Dundas Recreation Pass and get access to all the Kickboxing offers! Bootcamp is a co-ed class that offers strength, and Bootcamp classes at a discount cardio, flexibility, core and agility training. price of $230.00 (tax included). This class is geared to all levels of fitness. No two classes are the same, so participants are always challenged. Fitness & Core Exercise Classes Location: Wednesdays: Iroquois Civic Centre Thursdays: South Dundas Municipal Centre 3rd Floor) High Intensity Interval Training (H.I.I.T.) NEW! High Intensity Interval Training for those looking for a challenge. Build strength and endurance with heart pounding exercises that will take your performance to the next level. Ages: 14 and up Dates: Saturdays, Sept. 23–Dec. 16 (No class Nov. 11) Duration: 12 Weeks Time: Saturdays, 9:00 am–10:00 am Cost: $115.00 Ultimate CORE! Location: South Dundas Municipal Centre, 3rd floor A class designed to improve the function and strength of the core muscles. Build the ultimate Core Mommy & Me Exercise Class NEW! with functional full body movements that challenge A fun, gentle class that allows moms to get back into you to be your best. Improve balance, posture and shape with the help of their little ones. build unbreakable abs! The mommy and me class is a great way to socialize Ages: 14 and up with other moms and babies, while getting your work- Recreation Dates: Wednesdays, Sept. 20–Dec. 6 out in! Thursdays, Sept. 21–Dec. 7 Ages: Baby must be 6 weeks old Duration: 12 weeks Dates: Wednesdays, Sept. 20–Dec. 6 Time: Wednesdays, 7:00pm – 8:00pm Duration: 12 weeks Thursdays, 7:00pm – 8:00pm Time: Wednesdays, 10:30 am–11:30 am Cost: 1 night/week: $115.00 Cost: $90.00 2 nights/week: $140.00 Location: South Dundas Municipal Centre, 3rd floor 11
Dundas County 50+ Wellness Day Free of Charge! ——— Free lunch for the first 200 people! ——— All new presentations this year! ——— See what is available in your community! THURSDAY Thursday OCTOBER 12TH October 12, 2017 Dundas DUNDAS County COUNTY 50+ Hosted by: Carefor/NorͲDun Seniors’ Support WELLNESS 50+ DAY Wellness Day Centre Matilda Hall, 4421 Brinston Rd. Dixon’s Corners, ON Chartwell Hartford Retirement Matilda Hall, 4421 Brinston Rd., Dixon's Corners, ON Residence 9:00 am – 1:00 pm 9:00 am to 1:00 pm Eastern Ontario Financial This event is a great opportunity to meet the organizations This event is a great opportunity to meet the organiza- Services Inc. in your community who provide a variety of programs tions in your community, who provide a variety of pro- and services for those over 50. We hope to see you there! grams and services for those over 50. Guy Lauzon MP’S Office We hope to see you there! Recreation For more information, please contact: Municipality of South Dundas For moreinfo@wnphc.ca information please contact: or callinfo@wnphc.ca 613-535-2924 Williamsburg NonͲProfit Housing Email: Corporation/ J.W. MacIntosh or call: 613Ͳ535Ͳ2924 Seniors Support Centre 12
Community Groups/Sport Lending Library/JumpStart Community Groups Riverside Snowmobile Club at 613-774-2407. Started in 1973 by a small group of enthusiasts, our club has now grown to over 250 members. Golden Gears Car Club If you like classic and special interest vehicles, old or You too can contribute to the maintenance of our local new, come see what we’re about! trails while also participating in group rides, weekly breakfasts and monthly fun nights. Stay tuned for Members organize and participate in car shows, cruise- details on the fall antique snowmobile show! For more ins and related social events. Enthusiasm is all that is information, visit riversidesnowmobileclub.ca. required to join! For more information, visit www.goldengears.ca. Canadian Club of Morrisburg & District Hear from keynote speakers about issues of local and For more information about national interest while enjoying a delicious home cooked meal. community groups and Topics include politics, history, arts, literature, media organizations, visit and more. Full fall/winter line up is available now! www.southdundas.com For more information, please contact Clara Edwardson Sport Lending Library Equipment is free to borrow for all residents of South Dundas. Equipment available: If you would like to borrow from the Sport • Cross Country Skis Lending Library, or for more information, • Snowshoes please contact: • Basketballs • Footballs Ben Macpherson • Helmets Recreation Program Coordinator • Skates 613-543-2673 • And much more! www.southdundas.com/living/recreation/sports-lending-library Canadian Tire Jumpstart What is Jumpstart? Canadian Tire Jumpstart is a national charitable program that helps financially disadvantaged kids participate in organized sport and recreation. We help cover registration, equipment and/or transportation costs. What kind of sports/activities are included? Children select their own activities reflecting their individual interests and physical needs. We have supported involvement in more than 60 Recreation sports and extra-curricular activities such as: hockey, swimming, soccer, basketball, dance, yoga, climbing and martial arts. How can I apply? Applications for the Jumpstart Program can be picked up at any Canadian Tire location. 13
SD&G County Library Programs SD&G County Library Programs Iroquois Branch Adult Information Lego Club—Saturdays starting Sept. 9 at 10:30 am LEGO Sessions—Last Club is back! Bring your friends and enjoy working on a Wednesday of the weekly LEGO challenge. month at 6:00 pm Ever wonder how Thanksgiving Craft— Sat., Oct. 7 at 10:30 am to make wine, or to Drop by the branch to create a Thanksgiving craft. A program for school-aged children. preserve or create something beautiful? Teen Read Week — October 8–14 Interested in learning Use your imagination to create Book Spine Poetry. You will be something new? rewarded for your creativity! Join us this fall for Author Visit: Maggie Wheeler — Saturday, October 21 at fun topics and open Morrisburg Branch 10:30 am discussions. New 34 Ottawa Street, Morrisburg Maggie Wheeler is coming to visit and we’re having a ideas and speakers Phone: 613-543-3384 contest! For each Maggie Wheeler book you read, receive a are welcome. Email: morrisburglib@sdglibrary.ca ballot to win a signed copy of her new book coming out this Please contact the Hours: fall! branch for more Monday: 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm information. These Tuesday: 10:00 am to 8:00 pm Halloween Scavenger Hunt—Tuesday, October 31 sessions will be free from 6:00 pm–7:00 pm Wednesday: 10:00 am to 8:00 pm unless otherwise Stop by on Halloween night to join the hunt and get a treat! Thursday: 10:00 am to 8:00 pm stated. Friday: 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm Remembrance Day, November 4–11, during regular hours Add you comment to our large poppy “What Remembrance Williamsburg Saturday: 10:00 am to 2:00 pm Day means to me.” Branch Iroquois Branch Knitty Gritty Christmas Craft, Saturday, December 16, 10:30 am–12:00 pm 1 Dundas St., Iroquois Crafters— Create a Christmas craft and get ready for the holiday season. Phone: 613-652-4377 Wednesdays from Email: iroquoislib@sdglibrary.ca Morrisburg Branch 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Adult and Family Paint Nights at the Library—Third Join the group Hours: Tuesday of the Month, 6:00 pm for an evening of Tuesday: 3:00 pm to 8:00 pm Register at the branch for these fun monthly events. Inspire companionable Wednesday: 10:00 am to 2:00 pm creative expression through different painting techniques and knitting, crocheting Thursday: 3:00 pm to 8:00 pm explore the wonders of art in the library. For ages 6 and up. and sewing. All Friday: 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm Contact the branch for more details and to save your spot; levels of skill Saturday: 10:00 am to 1:00 pm limited spaces available. welcome. *Special selected adult nights! LEGO and Family Williamsburg Branch Games Night— 12319 County Rd. 18, Williamsburg Author Visit: Ginette Paquette Gadbois—Wednesday, Thursdays from Phone: 613-535-2185 October 18 at 6:30 pm 6:00 pm–7:30 pm Email: williamsburglib@sdglibrary.ca Our very own local author will be at the branch to discuss her novels and writing. Drop by the branch Hours: and let your Tuesday: 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm PA Days at the Library—Friday, October 27 & November 24 imagination build a Wednesday: 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm at 2:00 pm LEGO masterpiece, Thursday: 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm Join us as we watch a fun family movie. Relax and enjoy a or enjoy a board Saturday: 10:00 am to 2:00 pm complimentary popcorn snack and water. Movies TBA. game with your Toddler Storytime—Thursdays in September & October at friends and family. 10:30 am AppleMania—Saturday, September 23 at 10:30 am Join Stacey for a fun-filled morning. Create, learn and play! A We’ll have apple treats, bobbing for apples, and a colouring 30-minute interactive storytime for toddlers and preschoolers contest. Sponsored by the Friends of the Williamsburg with their caregivers. Library. Recreation Mini MakerSpace—Tuesdays and Thursdays, starting JigSaw Puzzle Fun—September 2, October 7, November 4, September 12, 4:00 pm–6:00 pm and December 2 at 10:30 am Come and check out our MakerSpace Kits and other hands- Join us for a morning of fun putting a JigSaw puzzle together on activities. Use our computers for homework, or play on with your friends. Bring your own puzzle or use one of ours. our XBOX ONE! Open for kids of all ages. Children 9 and Children and adult puzzles are available. under must be accompanied by a caregiver. For a complete list of programs, visit www.sdglibrary.ca. 14
Community Calendar Community Calendar September provide in South Dundas Apples and Art Studio Tour December Date: September 23–24 Website: applesandart.ca Alight at Night Throughout the region, talented artists open their Date: Various evenings from Dec. 1–Jan. 6 studio doors and give visitors a glimpse of their Location: Upper Canada Village incredible pieces. Website: alightatnight.ca Upper Canada Village is home to Eastern Ontario’s Pumpkinferno largest outdoor light festival as nearly one million Date: Various evenings from Sept. 29–Oct. 29 lights are used to create a unique Winter Wonderland Location: Upper Canada Village throughout the historic village. Website: uppercanadavillage.com/events/pumpkinferno/ Santa Claus Parade The always anticipated Pumkinferno event at Upper Date: December 2 Canada Village goes patriotic with a Canada 150 theme Location: Morrisburg for their display of carved, lighted pumpkin sculptures. October Season of Pumpkin People Lighted Parade Date: September 30 Location: Morrisburg Village Plaza Kicking off the Season of Pumpkin People event is the annual Lighted Parade through Morrisburg. Enjoy free hot chocolate, apple cider, popcorn and face painting at the Morrisburg Plaza. Pig Roast and Playground Opening Presented by the Matilda Memorial Recreation Committee Date: Saturday, October 28 Time: 10:00 am to 3:00 pm Location: Matilda Memorial Park, Brinston Website: southdundaschamber.ca Cost: Free Admission; features food, fun and activities. $10.00 for a meal ticket November 2 Annual Fall & Winter Tradeshow nd Date: November 5 Website: southdundaschamber.ca Location: Morrisburg Legion Join local businesses and discover the services they Recreation For full details about these and other events, view our Community Calendar online at www.southdundas.com. Click “Add an Event” and fill out the online form to add your own event. 15
Fire & Safety Fire & Safety Fire Safety Stay safe this winter: South Dundas Fire & Emergency Services remains • Be Fire Smart! active in providing public education, enforcement • As you prepare for and emergency management efforts with an emphasis the cold winter on preparing efficient community responses. South months, be aware Dundas Fire and Emergency Services can be contacted more home fires regarding any fire safety concerns, issues or fire occur during the inspections. winter season. Check out our social media channels for more • Ensure to install information regarding our Department and our and test smoke and reference guide in allowing us to keep our public carbon monoxide aware: alarms at least once a • www.facebook.com/ month. SouthDundasFireEmergencyServices • Prepare an escape plan in case of emergency. • https://twitter.com/DundasFire • Keep anything that can burn at least three feet from • www.pinterest.com/southdundasfire any heat source like fireplaces, woodstoves, space heaters or candles. For more information, please contact Cameron • Have a qualified professional clean and inspect Morehouse, Fire Chief and Director of Fire & your chimney and vents annually. Emergency Services at cmorehouse@southdundas.com • Store cooled ashes in a tightly covered metal or 613-543-2673. container, and keep it outside at least 10 feet from Fire Prevention Week: October 8–14 your home and any nearby buildings. “Don’t wait—Check the date!” • Plug only one heat-producing appliance (such as a Working smoke alarms detect and alert people to fire space heater) into an electrical outlet at a time. in its early stages, providing the warning needed to • Keep portable generators outside, away from escape safely. windows, and as far away as possible from your house. Take a minute to inspect and test your smoke alarm. Smoke alarms older than 10 years old no longer offer a Carbon Monoxide Safety reliable level of safety. Carbon Monoxide (CO) is an invisible, tasteless, and odourless gas that can be deadly. Without CO alarms, Check the date of manufacturing on the back of your the only way to know if CO is present is when the alarm—if they are 10 years or older, replace them physical symptoms of poisoning becomes apparent; by immediately. then it may be too late to avoid injury. For more information, please contact South Dundas The only way it can be detected is with a CSA- Fire & Emergency Services at 613-543-2673. approved CO alarm. Carbon Monoxide alarms are Join Us! mandatory in all Ontario homes with fuel-burning Municipal Information Experience the thrill and pride of being a volunteer appliances or heating systems, fireplaces, or attached firefighter. We are looking for dedicated members to garages/carports. Install at least one in your home, join our team. Applications are available online at outside the sleeping area to protect your family from southdundas.com. the dangers of CO. Make the maintenance of your fuel- burning appliances, equipment and venting systems an Fire Stations absolute priority. Have a trained, certified technician Iroquois Fire Station 1-4 check your furnace, gas, stove, fireplace or fuel-burning 1 Dundas Street, Iroquois appliances annually. Deputy Fire Chief Philip Thompson You must have a working CO alarm adjacent to each Morrisburg Fire Station 1-6 sleeping area of the home if your home has a fuel- 6 Fifth Street West, Morrisburg burning appliance, a fireplace or an attached garage. Deputy Fire Chief Mike Van Allen For added protection, install a CO alarm on every Willliamsburg Fire Station 1-8 storey of the home according to manufacturer’s 4334 Villa Drive, Williamsburg instructions. These will warn you of rising levels of CO, Deputy Fire Chief Brian Vanhoof allowing time for your family to escape. 16
Finance & Economic Development/By-Law Enforcement Finance and Economic Development Property Taxes free, time-saving way The Municipality issues an interim tax bill, that is due to have tax payments the last business day of March. The interim bill issued automatically is approximately 50% of the previous year’s final tax deducted from your bill. The final tax levy is to be paid in two installments. bank account, monthly The first installment is due the final business day or on the due date. of June and the second installment is due the final The Pre-Authorized business day of September. Payment form can be printed from our Online Property Tax Account website, or filled out at Residents of the Municipality of South Dundas have the Municipal office. Payments can also be made at any the option to view property tax information online banking institution. using an easy, convenient system. Each account is confidential and free. Residents can access their *All payments must be received in our office on or by account using a 6-digit PIN code, found on the the due date. Payments received after the due date is upper right hand corner of their Final Tax Bill (under subject to interest charges. ‘Property Location’), and Roll Number. For more Economic Development information, visit www.southdundas.com. Our Economic Development department is your source Payment Options for business assistance. If you are considering opening The Municipality of South Dundas offers a variety a new business, expanding an existing business, or of payment options for your convenience. The know of a business that is looking to relocate, please Municipality accepts payments via cash and debit, contact Economic Development Officer Rob Hunter which can be paid at the Municipal office during at 613-543-2673 or via email at rhunter@southdundas. regular business hours. Payments can be made by com. He can offer information and assistance where cheque during regular business hours or mailed to the it be to assist finding the right location or accessing Municipality. funding programs that may be available. Pre-Authorized Payment Economic Development resources can also be found Discover the convenience of the Pre-Authorized under the Business Section of the Municipality of South Payment option. This voluntary plan offers a worry- Dundas website. By-Law Enforcement of SD&G and is enforced by the Ontario Provincial Police. To access more information, please visit the The Council of the Municipality of South Dundas Municipal website. enacts By-laws that govern the Municipality. These Animal Control By-laws regulate lands, use of lands, health Under the Municipal By-law No.2002-15, all dogs and safety and environmental protection. The within the Municipality require a dog tag and must Municipality of South Dundas By-Law Enforcement be registered each year before December 31. Failure Municipal Information Officer investigates concerns such as noise to obtain a dog tag can result in a fine under By- complaints, property standards, littering/dumping, law No. 2002-15. Dog tags can be purchased at the and other issues that concern the Municipality. Municipal office or SDG County Library branches in To file a complaint, complete a Complaint Form Morrisburg, Iroquois, and Williamsburg. (available at the Municipality or online). Complaints Exotic Animals can also be made by contacting Justin Elliott, By-law South Dundas residents may not keep certain exotic Enforcement Officer, at bylaw@southdundas.com or or non-domestic animals. Please visit By-law No. 613-543-2673. 2015-29 (Under Schedule “B”) on the South Dundas Nuisance By-Law website for a detailed list. Regulations prohibiting The Municipality of South Dundas has enacted a the keeping of certain “exotic” animals are necessary Nuisance By-law to regulate matters of nuisance for public health and safety, as well as the animals within the Municipality. This By-law has been passed well being, particularly if the species requires highly by all six Municipalities within the United Counties specified needs. 17
Planning & Building Planning & Building Planning and Development permits and inspections allow the Building Department The Planning Department is responsible for the to confirm all codes and regulations are met to development of your project to ensure the proper standard to ensure your investment is secure. Please policies and procedures meet standard regulations. contact the Building Department at 613-543-2673 to make an appointment regarding your projects and Zoning By-law required permits. The Zoning By-law is a more detailed land use regulatory document identifying specific provisions Projects that require a building permit: that may apply to the potential use of land, including • Pools buildings and structures. Council may consider • Roofed Porches amendments to the Zoning By-law in accordance with • Sunrooms the requirements of the Ontario Planning Act. • Carports Severance • Attached or detached garages or sheds One of the most frequent means of subdividing land • Additions is by consent to sever. Consult with the Planning • New or structural alterations; example: larger Department as a severance must comply with windows and doors, load bearing walls, etc. Provincial policies, zoning By-law, and other relevant • Adding and removing most walls requirements. • Any new buildings including farm buildings and structures Committee of Adjustment (Minor Variance) • Addition of a bedroom in a basement The Approval Body for minor variances, the • Changing the use or occupancy of a building extension of legal non-conforming uses, certain use and definitions, is the Municipality of South Dundas Sheds Committee of Adjustment. Sheds over 10 m² require a building permit through the Site Plan Control Municipality. Sheds smaller than 10 m² are required to Site plan control is the most frequently applicable to comply with South Dundas’ Zoning By-law. Contact us commercial, industrial, institutional and large multi to confirm zoning requirements for your project. unit residential proposals. Through this mechanism, Tents the Municipality can ensure compliance to all If you are hosting an event that requires a tent larger applicable municipal and agency requirements and than 60 m², you will need a building permit. The that all required on-site features (e.g. parking, setbacks, building permit cost is $75.00. For more information landscaping, drainage, lighting, signage and other contact the Building Department. matters) are maintained over time. Applications for, Municipal Drains and an amendment to, a site plan can be made by Municipal drains are vital to communities, roads, contacting the Municipality’s Planning Department. and surrounding lands in our rural community. Building Department The Drainage Department is responsible for the The Municipality of South Dundas Building maintenance and repair of any Municipal Drains, the Municipal Information Department is responsible for the regulation and processing of tile drainage loan applications as well as enforcement of the Ontario Building Code. Building any nuisance beaver activity. Snowsuit Fund Receive a Donation Residents of South Dundas wishing to receive a donation can register at the Dundas County Foodbank, 28 Ottawa Street, Morrisburg. Registrants will receive a voucher that can be redeemed at the South Dundas Municipal Office. Give a Donation New or gently used snowsuits can be dropped off at the South Dundas Municipal Office during regular office hours. Hogeveen Photo 18
Public Works Public Works South Dundas Public Works maintains 363 km the art facility, using a membrane filtration system and of Roads, Sidewalks, 31 Bridges, 4 Level Railway granular activated carbon filters to eliminate odour and Crossings and 2 Overpasses. The United Counties of taste. Stormont, Dundas & Glengarry maintain all County The Municipality has developed a long-term plan that Roads (such as County Road 31, County Road 2 and includes analysis of the existing system, planned action County Road 4, etc.). If you have any questions or to maintain, repair, replace pipes, and appurtenances. concerns regarding County Roads, please call the United Counties of SD&G at 613-932-1515. Wastewater Treatment Plant Morrisburg, Iroquois and Williamsburg each Winter Road Maintenance have their own Wastewater Treatment Facility. During the winter season, Public Works Staff Morrisburg’s secondary Wastewater Treatment Plant monitor weather conditions through road patrols, was commissioned in 2008 and includes a Septage local forecasts, RWIS station updates to strategically Receiving Station; Iroquois’ Wastewater Treatment dispatch crew to clear roads and ensure safety for our Plant was commissioned in 2014. The Williamsburg community. Wastewater Treatment Facility is a lagoon system. Unforeseen factors can affect the ability to keep roads When Faced with Blocked Sewers and sidewalks free of snow such as: Homeowner’s Options: • Accumulation of snow or freezing rain; • Call a plumber. • Wind direction and speed; and • Call a company with video inspection / recording • Timing and duration of storm. capabilities to conduct a visual inspection of Road & Sidewalk Regulations the entire sewer service and locate the areas of Sidewalks blockage / concern. South Dundas Public Works maintains sidewalks along • If it is determined that the problem is Municipal roadways in Morrisburg, Iroquois and Williamsburg in property, call the office at (613) 543-2673. order to ensure pedestrian safety. Costs: Winter Safety • All costs are the homeowner’s responsibility until • Carry an emergency road kit. a blockage is confirmed on the Municipal property • Clear all snow and ice completely off windows, via video inspection. side and rear-view mirrors, headlights, taillights, • If the blockage/problem(s) is solely on the and licence plates. Municipal property, the municipality will pay • Please stay patient as our crew works to keep our for the video inspection, as well as one visit by a roads and side walks safe this winter! plumber to relieve the blockage. • Parking that interferes in any manner with the • If the blockage/problem(s) is solely on the work of removing snow or ice, the clearing of snow homeowner’s property, the homeowner will from highways and sidewalks, may be subjected to be responsible for all costs (plumber and video a ticket and/or removed at the owner’s expense. inspection). • It is unlawful to push snow onto a public roadway • If the blockage/problem(s) are on both the Municipal Information or onto another owner’s property without the homeowner and the Municipal property the authorization of the property owner. homeowner will be charged according to the • Accumulations of ice and snow are to be removed percentage of pipe which is representative to their from a roof where they overhang public roadways, property and therefore the municipality will be sidewalks, or public access areas to buildings. charged for the remaining percentage. • If the blockage/problem(s) are found on both Water & Sewer properties a third party (contractor) can be South Dundas offers municipally piped water contacted to complete the repairs for both the services to Morrisburg and Iroquois, and Municipally homeowner and the municipality; however, the piped sewer services to Morrisburg, Iroquois and same contractor must be agreed upon to complete Williamsburg. The water source for the Villages is the the work on both properties. The billing from the St. Lawrence River. repairs will be made according to the amount of Water Treatment Plant labour and materials used for each property. This The South Dundas Water Treatment Plant is a state of means it may not be 50/50. 19
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