March 2022 - Posts
March 31 is National Indigenous Languages Day, one of ten Indigenous dates of significance that the City of Timmins acknowledges throughout the year. Since 1993, Canadians have celebrated March 31 to honour the importance that language plays in Indigenous culture and tradition.
This year’s date is particularly significant as the United Nations has declared 2022-2032 the International Decade of Indigenous Languages. One goal is to draw global attention to the importance of preserving our Indigenous languages. There are more than 70 Indigenous languages across Canada and it’s important that we recognize how crucial they are when ensuring the rights of Indigenous peoples.
Languages connect individuals and families, often through generations, and speak to the rich oral history that is passed down from Indigenous elders and youth, the community leaders of tomorrow. Languages connect us with our past and help keep traditions alive that are integral to our community well-being and sense of identity.
When we speak of reconciliation, we must support the effort by Indigenous communities to reclaim their voice through language education and promotion. To learn more about the City’s Indigenous relations and inclusion visit: https://www.timmins.ca/find_or_learn_about/indigenous_relations_and_inclusion. To learn more on the United Nation’s International Decade of Indigenous Languages visit: https://en.unesco.org/idil2022-2032.
Lisa Greer
PUBLIC WORKS DECLARES SIGNIFICANT WEATHER EVENT
Timmins, ON – City of Timmins Public Works is declaring a Significant Weather Event under the provisions of the Minimum Maintenance Standards for Municipal Highways (O.Reg 239).
Due to the winter storm warning and the amount of snow and freezing rain forecasted, we are anticipating delays in the plowing of some city streets and roads along with most city sidewalks. Resources will be deployed when deemed appropriate.
We are asking residents to avoid driving today if at all possible for their own safety.
We also remind residents not to block or plug sidewalks when clearing their own driveways.
A reminder that the Winter Parking Ban is in effect and parking on the street is not permitted on any day, between the hours of 11:30 pm to 7:30 am, from November 1 through April 30.
We thank you for your cooperation in this matter. An additional notice will be posted to declare the end of the Significant Weather Event when the municipality determines is it appropriate to do so.
Media Contact: Amanda Dyer, Corporate Communications Coordinator
705-360-2600, ext. 2212 [email protected]
Shannon Resetar
– Reduced load restrictions for commercial motor vehicles and trailers will come into effect on Monday, March 28 on specific highways and streets within the City of Timmins.
By-law 2006-6275 governs load restrictions to protect our roads and highways during the spring thaw, when damage is most likely to happen. Typically, reduced load restrictions will be in place until mid-June and are subject to the provisions of Section 122 of the Highway Traffic Act RSO 1990 Chapter H 8.”
The by-law (https://timmins.civicweb.net/filepro/documents/258?preview=7545) provides a list of the applicable roads under Schedule A.
Roads with reduced loads in effect will have signage posted. Learn more about the how the City is working to maintain our roads online at https://www.timmins.ca/our_services/roads_and_infrastructure.
Amanda Dyer
The Boil Water Advisory has been lifted for Porcupine. The City of Timmins has conducted the required water sampling and the results are deemed satisfactory by the City of Timmins and the Porcupine Health Unit.
Background
A Boil Water Advisory was enacted as a precautionary measure on Monday, March 21, due to repairs on a watermain servicing Porcupine, including the area behind the Porcupine Mall. Water was shut off to complete repairs and later restored by Monday evening, but the Boil Water Advisory remained in effect until the City obtained drinking water results in two consecutive sets of samples taken 24 to 48 hours apart, or as otherwise directed by the medical officer of health.
We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused.
Amanda Dyer
File No. Z-2022-04
5627-050-040-07300
TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the Corporation of the City of Timmins will hold a public meeting on Wednesday, April 13, 2022, at 3:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers, City of Timmins, 220 Algonquin Boulevard East, Timmins, Ontario, to gather public input regarding a proposed Zoning By-law Amendment under Section 34 of the Planning Act, R.S.O 1990, c. P. 13, as amended.
Applicant: Michael Gervais
Location: Plan M-22-S, Lot 86, Parcel 2087 SEC, City of Timmins (405 Belanger Avenue)
THE PURPOSE AND EFFECT of the proposed Zoning By-law Amendment is to rezone the subject lands currently zoned Residential Third Density (NA-R3) to General Commercial (EA-CG)(SP6.183) to permit all uses in the General Commercial zone and reduce the rear yard setback for the commercial building abutting a residential zone from 7.5 metres to 1.5 metres.
ANY PERSON may attend the public meeting and/or make written or verbal representation either in support of or in opposition to the proposed Zoning By-law Amendment.
If a person or public body would otherwise have an ability to appeal the decision of Council of the City of Timmins to the Ontario Land Tribunal but the person or public body does not make oral submissions at a public meeting or make written submissions to the City of Timmins before the by-law is passed, the person or public body is not entitled to appeal the decision.
If a person or public body does not make oral submissions at a public meeting, or make written submissions to the City of Timmins before the by-law is passed, the person or public body may not be added as a party to the hearing of an appeal before the Ontario Land Tribunal unless, in the opinion of the Tribunal, there are reasonable grounds to do so.
If you wish to be notified of the decision of the City of Timmins on the proposed zoning by-law amendment, you must make a written request to Steph Palmateer, City Clerk, City of Timmins, 220 Algonquin Boulevard East, Timmins, Ontario, P4N 1B3.
For more information about this matter, including information about appeal rights, contact the Planning Division, City of Timmins, 220 Algonquin Boulevard East, Timmins, Ontario, P4N 1B3, telephone number 705-360-2624 or via email at [email protected].
Dated at the City of Timmins this 23rd day of March, 2022.
David St.Onge
Porcupine River Bridge on Frederick House Lake Rd. was closed on November 22, 2021 following concerns over safety and structural integrity. Since then, the City has been working with Associated Engineering to look at alternatives.
Part of the process will involve public consultation, which is tentatively slated for May. Associated Engineering is currently carrying out an environmental assessment on the area and working with the Ministry of Transportation to provide options and cost estimates.
Residents are now accessing Frederick House Lake Rd. via Hwy. 101 and Carrigan Rd, which has prompted questions from the motoring public on the condition of Carrigan Rd. and safety while turning left from Hwy. 101.
“We have been monitoring the condition of Carrigan Rd. all winter,” says Pat Seguin, Director of Growth and Infrastructure. “We have also been in contact with the Ministry of Transportation to request that the Hwy. 101 juncture at Carrigan Rd. be assessed and that additional signage be added.
“Consultation with Associated Engineering continues, but with the amount of snow on the ground, we are just starting to survey the area and come up with recommendations that we can take to the public and council.”
With the onset of spring, the Public Works Dept. has deployed crews and equipment to open culverts along Carrigan Rd. and push back snow banks to drain excess water. There is also planned geotechnical work for Carrigan Rd. this summer. Geotechnical work refers to the evaluation of the current road construction and land to plan and build any future improvements.
“Council’s top priority is public safety,” adds Mayor George Pirie. “Closure of the bridge was warranted. I travel Carrigan Rd. regularly and have spoken to several residents impacted by the current detour. Public consultation will happen. City consultants are working to ascertain the best possible solution.”
A confirmed date for public consultation will be communicated to the public once the environmental assessment is complete.
Amanda Dyer
File No. Z-2022-05
5627-020-040-08300
TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the Corporation of the City of Timmins will hold a public meeting on Wednesday, April 13, 2022, at 3:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers, City of Timmins, 220 Algonquin Boulevard East, Timmins, Ontario, to gather public input regarding a proposed Zoning By-law Amendment under Section 34 of the Planning Act, R.S.O 1990, c. P. 13, as amended.
Applicant: RC Episcopal Corporation (Agent: Normand C. Beaudry)
Location: Plan M-29-S, Lots 136, 137, Parcel 6791WT, City of Timmins (Crawford Street)
THE PURPOSE AND EFFECT of the proposed Zoning By-law Amendment is to rezone the subject lands currently zoned Institutional (NA-IN) to Residential Third Density (NA-R3) to permit all uses in the Residential Third Density (NA-R3) zone.
ANY PERSON may attend the public meeting and/or make written or verbal representation either in support of or in opposition to the proposed Zoning By-law Amendment.
If a person or public body would otherwise have an ability to appeal the decision of Council of the City of Timmins to the Ontario Land Tribunal but the person or public body does not make oral submissions at a public meeting or make written submissions to the City of Timmins before the by-law is passed, the person or public body is not entitled to appeal the decision.
If a person or public body does not make oral submissions at a public meeting, or make written submissions to the City of Timmins before the by-law is passed, the person or public body may not be added as a party to the hearing of an appeal before the Ontario Land Tribunal unless, in the opinion of the Tribunal, there are reasonable grounds to do so.
If you wish to be notified of the decision of the City of Timmins on the proposed zoning by-law amendment, you must make a written request to Steph Palmateer, City Clerk, City of Timmins, 220 Algonquin Boulevard East, Timmins, Ontario, P4N 1B3.
For more information about this matter, including information about appeal rights, contact the Planning Division, City of Timmins, 220 Algonquin Boulevard East, Timmins, Ontario, P4N 1B3, telephone number 705-360-2624 or via email at [email protected].
Dated at the City of Timmins this 23rd day of March, 2022.
David St.Onge
The Whitney-Tisdale Pump Station No. 4 project is now complete and the fully operational station has been turned over to the City. Commissioning activities included a 14-day trial period, which ended successfully as of March 17.
The station has been modernized with new pumps and mechanical upgrades, allowing it to address bypasses and manage sewage within the system. The end result will be a significant reduction in groundwater infiltration, residential impact and overflow into Porcupine Lake.
“Council was committed to seeing this project through to completion,” said Mayor George Pirie. “Our priority was to come up with a solution that would move construction of the pump station forward. Council’s goal has always been to promote economic growth and encourage an increased housing supply to meet demand. That growth relies on improvements to our current infrastructure, which included completing the Whitney-Tisdale Pump Station No. 4.”
Work on the pump station began in 2014 with the current council approving a remediation budget of $8.34 million to see work continue. The project delays were the result of factors, such as land settling and a global pandemic, which paused work on the pump station.
With work on the Whitney-Tisdale Pump Station No. 4 now finished, the City of Timmins will continue to participate in public dialogue on lake quality and work with stakeholders to promote lake health.
Amanda Dyer
This Monday when masks become optional for most businesses and indoor spaces, you will still be required to wear one when visiting the Timmins Victor M. Power Airport.
Canadian airports are regulated by the federal government and Transport Canada is keeping mandatory mask requirements in place. Timmins Airport Authority will enforce the same health measures, which means you need to wear a mask while inside the Airport Terminal Building. This applies to anyone accessing the building including staff, contractors, and couriers.
Mask requirements for the Airport Terminal Building will be reviewed on April 15. For more information on mask requirements at City-owned buildings and facilities visit https://www.timmins.ca/find_or_learn_about/c_o_v_i_d-19_information.
Amanda Dyer
As of March 21, masks will be optional at many City-owned buildings and arenas as Ontario removes another COVID-19 health measure. The City of Timmins will follow recommendations made by the province and Ministry of Labour, which means staff and residents can move freely without masks at City Hall, the Timmins Museum and Exhibition Centre, the Timmins Public Library and C.M. Shields Centennial Branch, and at all City-owned arenas.
The mandatory mask requirement remains in place when using public transportation. Masks will also stay on if accessing the Airport Terminal Building at the Timmins Victor M. Power Airport, at the Timmins Police Service building, or visiting the Golden Manor.
While the province has announced changes at long-term care facilities in terms of testing and visitation, all current COVID-19 health measures, including vaccination requirements and visitor restrictions, will remain in place at the Golden Manor.
Masks are still recommended for individuals who are at high risk or immunosuppressed. Ultimately, whether to wear a mask or not is a personal decision and the City asks that we all remain patient, understanding, and kind as we learn to live with COVID-19.
Amanda Dyer
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