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Township of Ryerson Where Life, History and Nature Are Bridged
NEWSLETTER JULY 2017 RyersonTownship.ca
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The ACCESSIBILITY PLAN is available on the website, or contact the municipal office for more information. The ANIMAL CONTROL and Municipal Law Enforcement Officer is Jim Mahoney (705) 382-0503. This is a part-time contract position and is not a 24/7 service. Mr. Mahoney will answer calls within a reasonable length of time. Almaguin Animal Shelter: (705) 386-0020. ALL DOGS REQUIRE DOG TAGS – these are available at the Township Office. Jim Mahoney is increasing enforcement of dog tag and trailer requirements, in addition to other by-law enforcement. For the BUILDING DEPARTMENT contact Brian Dumas or Tyler Irwin at (705) 384-9444. Ensure that you obtain a building permit before building. BURKS FALLS & DISTRICT FIRE DEPARTMENT: Time is everything when the smoke alarm activates. Get out, stay out and call 911. For more information contact: Fire Prevention Officer Martyn Payge. Phone 705 788-4676 or e-mail [email protected] See page 4 for more information about Fire Prevention and the Fire Rating program.
COMMUNITY & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT: Look for your copy of the 2017/2018 Almaguin Highlands Community Guide in many locations across the Almaguin Highlands or at www.almaguinhighlandschamber.com
The Community & Economic Development Officer is David Gray. Contact David at [email protected] or 705-571-1564.
Municipal Offices & Garage: 28 Midlothian Road | Open Mon. to Fri. 8:30 - 4:00 (closed for lunch) Mail: 28 Midlothian Rd, Burk’s Falls, ON P0A 1C0 | Email: [email protected]
Phone: (705) 382-3232 | Fax: (705) 382-3286 | Garage: (705) 382-3822
REEVE: Glenn Miller (705 382-2898) COUNCILLORS:
Rosalind Hall (705 382-5102) Barbara Marlow (705 382-2205) George Sterling (705 382-1761)
Doug Weddel (705 382-9060)
Normally, COUNCIL MEETINGS are held at 7:00 p.m. on the first and third Tuesday of each month, at the Municipal Office. For the summer only, one meeting per month will be planned, call the office or check the web site regarding the summer schedule. Everyone welcome. If you wish to be on the agenda you must do so, in writing, by 12 Noon on the Thursday preceding the meeting.
The 24th Annual Garage & Craft Sale was bigger and better than ever! In honour of , this
event was part of the Celebrating Saw & Steam Festival. Ryerson’s Market Day and Schoolhouse
Reunion welcomed many vendors and past students of the Wiseman’s Corner Schoolhouse! Thank you
to everyone who attended and volunteered to make this a very special celebration.
Also, don’t miss Ryerson’s Minutes from the Past – in Celebration of ,
Agendas and Minutes for each regular meeting of Council in 2017
will feature an excerpt from historical Council Meeting minutes.
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EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS: Be prepared for emergencies. You are reminded to listen for severe weather warnings on local radio or television. “Your Emergency Preparedness Guide” is available on the Municipal website. LANDFILL: Make sure you have received your new landfill pass that allows for 45 free bags – they were mailed in June. The pass will allow access to the landfill site and will count the number of bags that you use. Put your name and address on the card, so if it is lost it can be returned to you – TREAT THE NEW CARD LIKE YOU WOULD YOUR OTHER IMPORTANT CARDS – replacing a lost card will be at the user’s expense. If your card is in the ‘other vehicle’, left at home, or you have used up all 45 etc… you can purchase more at the municipal office or at the landfill site for $1.00 each. If you have seasonal rentals of your property, please contact the municipal office – temporary passes can be arranged along with the purchase of bag tags for your renters.
LIBRARY: The Burk’s Falls, Armour & Ryerson Union Public Library is a dynamic organization that provides innovative programming and information in a variety of formats for the continuing well-being of our community. Celebrate with stories and art by joining the TD Summer Reading Club.
Explore what your Community Library has to offer, no matter your age:
Book Club Meeting – every first Monday
Story Hour with Carolyn – every third Friday
Local History Workshops/Research Help
Almaguin Kids Club – every Thursday
Public Computers and WIFI Service are always available during operating hours. Free Lessons!
Photocopying, scanning, faxing and laminating offered for a minimum fee
MUSEUM: The Burks Falls and District Historical Society operates two sites. The Watt Farmhouse is located at 827 Chetwynd Road and the Wiseman Corner’s School House is located at 112 Midlothian Road. Both sites are open June through to Thanksgiving Weekend, admission by donation. For up-to-date hours of operation please visit: http://www.burksfallsdistricthistoricalsociety.com
O.P.P. and POLICING: For emergencies call 911 To report suspicious activity or non-urgent requests for police assistance, please call 1-888-310-1122. To remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY COMMITTEE: Ryerson Township is seeking community volunteers to serve on the Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee.
Members are welcome on an ongoing basis – please contact us in writing if you are interested.
For more information and an application form visit www.ryersontownship.ca/parks or email [email protected]
** Mandatory Clear Bags Program in effect **
Landfill Inquiries can be made to: Amy Tilley at [email protected]
HAZ MAT DAY Sat. August 26 | 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Strong Twp. Landfill, 483 Forest Lake Road
Check out the new arrivals shelves for your next read. And if you prefer listening to popular titles,
we have those too. We loan eReaders loaded with books of different genres or we can help you
borrow books on your eReader/Tablet through our Download Centre. FREE
“A Visit Will Get You Thinking” when you go to www.burksfallslibrary.com to see “What’s
Happening @the Library this Week” All these and much more could not be possible without the
patronage and support of the people in the community and for that WE THANK YOU.
GET INVOLVED in shaping the future of your community!
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PLANNING:
Sky Solar Application: The proponent’s application has been approved and is in the development phase. This includes Renewable Energy Approvals (REA) and impact assessment. The REA process is comprehensive and will take approximately 18 months to complete. For more information Sky Solar will be hosting a public meeting in August or September 2017. ROAD DEPARTMENT: Contact: 705-382-3822 There will be significant ongoing road improvements on Midlothian and Rosskopf Roads. Regular culvert and gravel maintenance operations will be performed in several additional locations throughout the Township. Details about potential road closures or delays will be posted on the Municipal website. About your Property TAX: The Township is registered for TAX PAYMENTS with the following banks - if you wish to pay by Internet or telephone banking: Royal, Canada Trust/TD, Scotia, Montreal, CIBC, Credit Union Central and Tangerine. We are not registered with the banks for over the counter or bank machine payments. Please note a $25.00 charge will apply to items returned by the bank. Note: Please ensure that we have your proper mailing address and if you are on a rural route the address must include your civic address (911 #).
Council has deliberated the 2017 BUDGET resulting in an overall tax levy (budget) increase of 2.26%. There is a 3.33% increase in the overall residential tax rate. The effect on individual properties will vary depending on increases in assessment. The total budget is $3,195,203. Copies of the 2016 Financial Statements and details of the charts below are available at the Municipal Office at no cost to any ratepayer or resident of the Municipality and are posted on the web site.
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Please note:
No daytime burning permitted between 10am to 6pm
from April 1st to October 31st.
At a minimum, are required to have garden hose
attached to a water source or 2 large pails of water,
shovels, and anything that can assist in containing or
extinguishing the fire should it spread from its origin.
No accelerants are permitted.
All fires must be under constant supervision and
control from time of lighting until it is totally
extinguished. Use plenty of water to extinguish the
fire.
If you have any questions with regards to fire safety or the fire rating, please do not hesitate to contact the
Fire Prevention Office at the above contact details.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Q. Can I get a burn permit?
A. NO - We do not issue burn permits for domestic burning.
We issue a general contractor burn permit for land clearing for
new builds ONLY. This requires a fire safety inspection of
property before and while burning; there is a cost involved.
Q. Can I have a campfire while the fire rating is on HIGH?
A. YES – Follow the guidelines as set out in the explanation of
HIGH and notes below the explanations. All fires are to be fully
extinguished before leaving.
Q. Can I burn furniture, bed mattresses, and household rubbish?
A. NO – Do not burn anything that is environmentally
unfriendly. Untreated and natural materials only.
Q. Can I have a campfire when the rating is at EXTREME?
A. NO – No fires are permitted.
Q. When can I set fireworks?
A. ONLY - When the fire rating is LOW or MODERATE.
Read the manufacturers instruction prior setting fireworks.
Please be responsible when setting fireworks.Though they are
fun to watch, once in the air, they are unpredictable.
Q. Can I light and release Chinese lanterns?
A. NO – There are By-Laws in the municipalities of Burk’s
Falls, Ryerson and Armour that prohibits this action. Please visit
your local municipal office to obtain a copy of this By-Law.
Q. What size fire can I have?
A. The fire department would advise when at LOW or
MODERATE; no bigger than 6 feet wide 6 feet tall. If you
have a fire that is 3 feet in diameter, the flames will most likely
be 5-6 feet. When HIGH, follow the guideline as set out in the
explanations. Also, if windy, do not burn.
Always think safety before making a fire and before setting off fireworks.
LOW
NO DAYTIME BURNING ALLOWED Open Air Burning and Incinerators, including burn barrels with 3/8” mesh as lid allowed Starting at 6pm and
completely out by 10am.
Only environmentally friendly products may be burned.
Camp Fires are allowed for cooking and warmth at anytime.
MODERATE
NO DAYTIME BURNING ALLOWED Open Air Burning and Incinerators, including burn barrels with 3/8” mesh as lid allowed starting at 6pm and
completely out by 10am.
Only environmentally friendly products may be burned.
Camp Fires are allowed for cooking and warmth at anytime.
HIGH
NO DAYTIME BURNING ALLOWED - Including Incinerators.
NO OPEN BURNING – NO FIREWORKS
Only Enclosed Camp Fires for cooking and warmth.
Enclosed fire, surrounding by brick / stones or in metal burn container / ring no bigger than 2 feet / 24 inches.
EXTREME
COMPLETE FIRE BAN
NO BURNING ALLOWED at anytime.
NO FIREWORKS
Burk’s Falls & District Fire Department Fire Prevention Officer
162 Huston Street
P.O Box 70
Burk’s Falls
Ontario, P0A 1C0
Martyn Payge
To Contact Fire Prevention
Phone: 705-788-4676
Fax: 705-382-2273
“Fighting Fires…Through Education!”
SMOKE ALARMS & CARBON MONOXIDE ALARMS SAVES LIVES “Don’t be at HOME, TRAILER or COTTAGE without them… IT’s THE LAW”