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Municipal Guide Spring/Summer 2016

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A Message from the MayorIn This IssueMessage from the Mayor 3Tree Sale & Winter Damage 4Community Services Project Updates 5Parks & Trails 6-9Municipal Camps 10Harbour 11Online Services 12Sponsorship and Advertising 13Spring Programs 14-16PA Day and Early Dismissal Programs 17Summer Programs 18Summer Camps 19-20Aquatics 21-23Centennial Pool Schedules (Spring & Summer) 24-25Sponsored Skates and Swims - Thank you! 26Leisure Fair 27Clerks Department 28Treasury 29Public Works Reminders 30-32Development Services 33Fire Department 34-35Facility Rentals 36Special Events 37

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Welcome to the Spring & Summer 2016 Municipal Guide, prepared for you by the

Community Services Department.

This past winter has certainly been very different from the cold and snowy winter of 2015, with the milder temperatures helping to keep people out and active in Saugeen Shores!

The Spring/Summer Leisure Fair in March is once again looking to be a success due to the abundance of activities available in Saugeen Shores. I am always pleased to see the community groups grow and offer new avenues of recreational activities for kids and adults alike.

The spring and summer seasons of 2016 are expected to bring new excitement to our local events, and festivals and provide numerous ongoing opportunities to celebrate our beautiful community of Saugeen Shores. With municipal events coming to the community like the Health and Wellness Fair in June and the expanded Art on the Promenade art shows in July and August at the Port Elgin Main Beach, there is sure to be something for everyone! And don’t forget about the Sunday Night Bandshell Concerts, which are of course free evenings of entertainment for all to enjoy, taking place each Sunday at 7pm at the Fairy Lake Rotary Pavilion and the Emmett McGrath Pavilion at the Port Elgin Waterfront.

Combine great recreational activities and events with the beautiful landscape that is Saugeen Shores and we are truly lucky to live in this amazing community!

Mike Smith, Mayor

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Community Services Project Updates2015 Completed Projects• Coliseum Hot Water Heater Replacements

(Energy Efficient Upgrade)• Complex Roof Repair• Complex Roof Top Unit Replacement

(Energy Efficient Upgrade)• Helliwell Soccer Field Parking Lot Construction

and Landscaping• Helliwell Tree Planting and Irrigation System• Waterfront Accessible Boardwalks• Facility Accessibility Audits & Improvements• Trees For Saugeen Partnership - 60+ Trees

Planted in Municipal Parks • J.H. Robertson Park - Addition of Bleachers &

Benches to Soccer Fields• Canadian Flags Installed at Municipal Public

Washrooms • Gobles Grove Sign, Flag Pole and Landscaping• Butterfly Gardens along Captain Spence Path

• Asset Management Program• Facility Energy Management Investigation &

Plan Development• Biener Park Diamond #1 Dugout Construction• Pool Drawings

• Lake Ridge Park Development - Continuing Park Amenities

• Rotary Perkins Park & Sandpiper Park Improvements & Amenities

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Winter DamageNeither the Municipality, nor the Snow Plow Operator will be financially responsible for any damages to a homeowner’s property deemed to be on the Municipal road allowance when performing daily maintenance operations. This includes, but is not limited to, damages involving fencing, mailboxes, entranceways and entrance signage. There is no practical way to plow the roads without depositing snow into driveways. Municipal staff and Snow Plow Operators appreciate your cooperation and will continue to maintain the Municipal road system to the best of their ability.

Contact Public Works with any Questions or Concerns 519-832-2008

• Interpretive Signs Installed at the Southampton Town Hall and Captain Spence Path

• Coliseum and Curling Club Accessibility Improvements

• Coliseum Compressor Replacements (Energy Efficient Upgrades)

• Chantry Centre Lighting Retrofit (Energy Efficient Upgrade)

• Parks & Recreation Shop Lighting Retrofit (Energy Efficient Upgrade)

• Chamber of Commerce / Small Business Office Accessible Entrance Retrofit

• Complex Second Water Bottle Fill Station Installed

• Coliseum Water Bottle Fill Station Installed• Pool Water Bottle Fill Station Installed• PE Airport - Construction of Accessible

Washroom• Centennial Pool Lighting Retrofit

(Energy Efficient Upgrade)• Coliseum Accessible Entrance Retrofit• Shoreline Trail Lookout Construction

Ongoing 2015 Projects and Upcoming 2016 Projects

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Parks and Trails Parks and TrailsCome explore the great trails Saugeen Shores has to offer!

The Biener Trails system for example offers users a full year of fun! From hiking and biking in the Spring, Summer and Fall to cross

country skiing and snowshoeing in the winter!

Get out and explore your own back yard!

Helliwell Park’s New Parking Lot & Trees

This popular soccer field in Southampton was given a facelift last summer thanks to a partnership between the Town of Saugeen Shores, Minor Soccer and Trees for Saugeen. The project at Helliwell Park included tree planting around the field and the development of a new parking lot area. Funds were donated by Saugeen Shores Minor Soccer for the creation of the new parking area, and Trees for Saugeen donated funds and volunteers to purchase and help with the tree planting around the new parking lot area and perimeter of the park. Working with JD Everest at Everest Nurseries, a plan was developed for the tree planting and installation of a gravity-fed dripline irrigation system to all the

newly planted trees. Everest Nurseries also donated the equipment for the irrigation system and the mature Linden Trees which border the park. Keith Snyder’s Construction was contracted to build the parking area, providing safer access to the park for both vehicles and pedestrians.

We are looking forward to a great summer full of activity in 2016 at Helliwell Park.

PHOTO (left to right): Kristan Shrider – Town of Saugeen Shores; Mike Myatt – Councillor; Chris Edwards – Trees for Saugeen; Jeff Virgo – Saugeen Shores United Football Club; Neil Menage - Councillor; Tracy Lambert – Trees for

Saugeen; JD Everest – Everest Nurseries; Gerry Lambert – Trees for Saugeen; Steve Snyder – Snyders Construction; Len Perdue, Town of Saugeen Shores

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Cyclists• Bikes and cars have the same rights,

rules and responsibilities on the roadways.

• Ride a bike in the same direction as vehicle traffic - in the right hand lane.

• Use caution when changing lanes.• Obey traffic signals and signs!• Use hand signals to communicate

intended actions with motor vehicles.• At night, a bike must have a visible

white light from the front and a red reflector or light visible from the rear. Reflective tape may be used for added visibility. Wear light coloured clothing.

• Yield to pedestrians in crosswalks. Give an audible warning (bell, horn, voice) before passing pedestrians, especially on a shared path. Never park a bicycle on a sidewalk to obstruct pedestrian traffic.

• Wearing a helmet is mandatory for children under 16, and highly recommended for adults.

Motorists• Pass a cyclist only when safe. Allow

at least one metre between your car and the cyclist, be sure there is no oncoming traffic.

• Bicyclists may take the centre position in the lane when hazards, road width or traffic speed cause a change.

• Yield to pedestrians in a crosswalk.• When opening the door of your

parked car, check behind for approaching cyclists.

• Watch for cyclists. Because of their narrow profile you will need to develop eye scanning patterns to include cyclists.

• Do not honk your horn when approaching cyclists. You can startle the cyclist and cause a crash.

Sharing the Road

New Biking Corridor in Saugeen ShoresAs the Town of Saugeen Shores moves forward with the creation of new biking corridors throughout the community we are asking motorist, cyclists and pedestrians to be aware of each other, and remember to “Share the Road”. The first bike corridors are planned to run from the Intersection of River and Arlington over to Hilker Street, to Market Street straight down to the harbour front and the North Shore Multi-Use Trail. This route will be marked by “sharrows” painted on the road.

Parks and Trails

For more information on Parks and Trails, visit saugeenshores.ca.

Utilizing, Trails & Parks Year RoundThe Town of Saugeen Shores takes great pride in the naturally beautiful trail system. The community support from volunteers, committees and residents for the trails continues to be exceptional. The trails in Saugeen Shores are designed to be used all four seasons of the year. As the weather changes, the trails maintain their beauty. Whether snowshoeing, jogging, biking or cross country skiing, residents and visitors are encouraged to explore the backyard of the Town of Saugeen Shores.

Tips for the Trails• Take nothing but photographs, leave nothing but thanks• No motorized vehicles• Respect private property• Stick to the right of the trail• Respect other trail users• If stopped moved off to the side of the trail• Allow others to pass on the left of you• Keep pets on leash at all times and obey Poop & Scoop By-

Law• Keep an eye on your children while using any of the trails• Travel at a safe speed*Let someone know before you go*

Summer Bandshell ConcertsJuly 3-September 4

7:00-8:30pm

Join us each Sunday of the summer at the Port Elgin Main Beach and Fairy Lake in

Southampton for outdoor concerts.

Visit saugeenshores.ca for Concert Schedule

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Payment OptionsFull payment of your 2016 seasonal fees is due by May 1, 2016.Payments may be made by through online banking, cheque, credit card or in-person at the Municipal Office.

Paying online?Add SAUGEEN SHORES CAMPING FEES as a payee through your online banking. Your customer number is your account number. The Town will accept installments from the time your contract is received until May 1st.

Municipal CampsWelcome Back Campers!

The Municipal Camps will be open for the 2016 season from May 1 to October 31.

Campers may come into the camp two weekends leading up to May 1 to check on your trailer, take

care of lawn work, etc. Campers are not permitted to stay overnight until May 1.

Harbour

Harbour Contact InformationT 519-832-6535 E harbour@saugeenshores.ca

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Thinking of Stopping In?Port Elgin and Southampton Municipal Camps offer transient sites! You can make a 2016 reservation as of May 1st, 2016. To make reservation for a transient site, please phone 519-832-2512.

Come set your sails for Port Elgin!Harbour Office Opens Sunday May 1st

Lift in Date: Saturday May 7th

2016 Seasonal Slip Fees (plus HST)20’ Dock $1196.00 40’ Dock $2392.0024’ Dock $1435.20 Footage Base Rate $59.80 per foot28’ Dock $1674.40 Seadoo Slips $319.7730’ Dock $1794.00 Hydro Fees (Seasonal) $183.4032’ Dock $1913.60 Pump Out (Seasonal) $97.9236’ Dock $2152.80 Winter Storage $8.90 per foot

2016 Transient Slip Fees (plus HST)Per day (incl. hydro) $1.82 per footPer Week (plus hydro) $10.30 per footPer Month Shoulder Season (May, June & Sept) (plus hydro)

$24.84 per foot

Per Month Peak Season ( July & August) (plus hydro)

$ 28.47 per foot

Pump Out $14.70Hydro Per week $12.69Hydro per month $50.87

Port Elgin Municipal CampT 519-832-2512

E martinr@saugeenshores.ca

Southampton Municipal CampsT 519-797-3648

E jacksons@saugeenshores.ca

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Online ServicesREGISTRATION for Programs/Events Online registration for spring and summer programming is now available. To register online, users will be encouraged to visit saugeenshores.ca and select the “Online Registration/Reservations” button, or the “Register for Programs” tab under the e-services tab on saugeenshores.ca. First time log in:

• Users will be prompted to create their profile, including address, contact information and if choosing, add family members to their profile

• Aquatic and Dry Land programming will be accessible for search, selection and registration

• Payment can be accepted online by credit card (MasterCard, Visa, American Express)

• Receipts will be emailed to your attention and stored within the online registration system

FACILITY RESERVATION REQUESTS for Functions/Events • Requests for facility bookings are available

online. Requesting use of a facility using online services will be quick, easy and direct to our Facility Booking Coordinator for approval.

• Similar to the registration component, users will need to develop an account during their first log in. Requested reservations will be confirmed through a permit, developed by the Facility Booking Coordinator.

Visit saugeenshores.ca!Questions/concerns can be directed to: Recreation Programs Supervisor T 519-832-2008 E recreation@saugeenshores.ca

Sponsorship and AdvertisingAdvertising OpportunitiesSupport the community of Saugeen Shores while promoting your business/organization. Opportunities to advertise with the Town include rink boards, ice decals, zamboni decals, ball diamond boards and more.

For the full list of options and pricing, contact the Community Services Administrative Assistant using the contact information below.

For More Information Contact Community Services Administrative Assistant, Town of Saugeen Shores

T 519.832.2008 F 519.832.2140 E billingl@saugeenshores.ca saugeenshores.ca

Invest in the Community by

Sponsoring Town Programs and

EquipmentThere are a number of ways to

sponsor the Town of Saugeen Shores; whether through programming

sponsorship (public skates/swims) or through equipment such as benches,

trees or other helpful amenities to the Town.

For details, contact the Community Services Administrative Assistant

using the contact information below.

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Spring Programs Spring Programs

Sign up for programs and swimming lessons online at saugeenshores.ca

Lifesaving Sport FundamentalsAthletes will work on strokes, endurance and lifesaving sport technical skills. Working with fins, obstacles, weights and ropes, athletes will train the transitions and races performed at the Ontario Junior Lifeguard Games. Coaches will work with athlete’s strokes to improve their swimming proficiency and endurance.

Nippers (Ages 7-11) Activity #13764Where: Centennial Pool When: April 13-June 16 Wed 5:00-5:45pm, Thurs 5:30-6:30pm Cost: $85.00

Surfers (Ages 9-12) Activity #13769 Where: Centennial Pool When: April 12-June 18 Tues 5:00-6:00pm, Thurs 5:30-6:30pm, Sat 11:00am-12:00pm, Sun 10:30am-12:00pm Cost: $140.00Juniors (Ages 11-15) Activity #13770 Where: Centennial Pool When: April 12-June 18 Tues 5:00-6:00pm, Thurs 6:30-7:30am, Sat 11:00am-12:00pm, Sun 10:30am-12:00pm Cost: $140.00

Adult 101, 102, 103 (Ages 18+) Activity #13745When: Thursdays April 7-June 16 7:30-8:00pm Where: Centennial Pool Cost: $80.40Adult 101: This is a learn-to-swim program designed with the adult non-swimmer in mind. Adult 102-103: You are comfortable in the water and want to build your swimming skills.

Adult Stroke Improvement (Ages 16+) Activity #13746When: Thursdays April 7-June 16 7:30-8:00pm Where: Centennial Pool Cost: $80.40We focus on strokes to develop good habits and streamline skills.

Masters Swim Program - 8 Weeks #13744 (Ages 14+)When: Thursdays April 7-June 16 8:00-9:00pm Where: Centennial Pool Cost: $73.97

Looking for fitness swimming and making new friends? Join in and participate in recreational swims, swim meets, clinics and socials. It is a great way to improve your fitness and swimming techniques.

Bronze Medallion (Ages 13+) Activity #13765When: May 27-29 Friday 5:00-10:00pm, Saturday 8:00am-5:00pm, Sunday 8:00-5:00pm Where: Centennial Pool Cost: $142.29* (Additional fee for manual)

Bronze Cross (Ages 15+) Activity #13766When: May 27-29: Friday 5:00-10:00pm, Saturday 8:00am-5:00pm, Sunday 8:00-5:00pm Where: Centennial Pool Cost: $142.29

Red Cross Assistant Instructors & Instructors (Ages 15+) #13964When: March 21 & 23 from 5:00-9:00pm, and June 3-5 Friday 6:00-10:00pm, Saturday 9:00am-7:00pm, Sunday 9:00am-7:00pm Where: Centennial Pool Cost: $261.06This gets the Aquatic leader all set to assist/and teach the Red Cross Learn to Swim program. It will introduce the fundamentals of instructing. There is an online component and candidates must complete required hours of apprenticeship while attending this course. Pre-requisites: 15 years of age, and Bronze Cross.

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PA Day and Early Dismissal Programs

Date and Time Course Activity Number Cost

Wednesday, April 131:30-4:30pm

Early Dismissal Fun Day (Ages 6-11)Come spend the afternoon playing games, swimming and doing crafts at Centennial Pool.

12994 $15.00

Wednesday, April 132:00pm-4:00pm

Learn to Play Lacrosse (ages 5-12)Program includes fun drills and games to learn the basics of lacrosse. (Southampton Coliseum)

13771 $20.00

Friday, April 228:30am-4:30pm

Total Sports Nuts (Ages 6-11)Come out to Centennial Pool and spend the day playing road hockey, capture the flag, swimming and so much more.

13771 $30.00

Wednesday, May 41:30-4:30pm

Early Dismissal Fun Day (Ages 6-11)Come spend the afternoon playing games, swimming and doing crafts at Centennial Pool.

12995 $15.00

Friday, June 38:30am-4:30pm

Provincial Ready (Ages 9-12)Come train Lifesaving pool events with your favourite SSLC coaches as we get ready for the Ontario Junior Lifeguard Pool Championships. *Fundamental Program Participants (ages 7-13) may also participate. Call 519-832-2008 to register.*

12999

13772*

$30.00

20.00*

Friday, June 310:00am-12:00pm

Volleyball Blast (Ages 7-12)Come out to Port Elgin Main Beach for some Beach Volleyball fun!

13494 $20.00

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Summer Camps

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Water Fun Camp (Ages 7-10) #13786When: July 18-22 (Week #3) Monday-Friday 9:00am-4:00pm Where: Centennial Pool Cost: $155.00Enjoy the summer at the pool! This full day camp will focus on learning to swim better, swim to survive skills in the morning and team-building challenges and water games in the afternoon. This camp is all about water and enjoying the environment safely. Campers must be comfortable in the water as it is geared for participants wanting to become stronger swimmers.

Bronze Camp (Ages 12+) Bronze Star #13790, Bronze Medallion #13791, Bronze Cross #13792When: July 18-22 (Week #3) Monday-Friday 9:00am-4:00pm Where: Centennial Pool Cost: $142.29You are not finished swimming lessons until you’re ‘BRONZED’. This full day camp will focus on the Bronze Medallion Awards: Bronze Star, Bronze Medallion, and Bronze Cross. It also includes Emergency First Aid. Participants will learn essential life skills.

Water Logged Camp (Ages 8-12) #13789When: July 25-29 (Week #4) Monday-Friday 9:00am-4:00pm Where: Centennial Pool and the Port Elgin Main Beach Cost: $150.00This fun filled camp is packed with water activities that will have participants water logged by the end of the week. Kayaking, Waterpolo, Underwater Hockey, Snorkeling, Paddle Boarding—We will be doing everything water related. Program runs in the morning at Centennial Pool and at the beach in the afternoon (weather dependent). Drop off at 9:00am at the pool and pickup is at 4:00pm at the main beach in Port Elgin (weather dependant).

Junior Lifeguard Camp (Ages 8-12) #13787When: Aug 2-5 (Week #5)Tuesday-Friday 9:00am-4:00pm Where: Centennial Pool and the Port Elgin Main Beach Cost:$120.00Learn and use the skills lifeguards use. Lifesaving Sport is the only sport in which skills are first learned for humanitarian purposes and only then applied in competition. Morning program is at the pool and afternoon program is at the beach depending on the weather.

Camp Godzilla (Ages 7-10) #13788When: Aug 2-5 (Week #5) Tuesday-Friday 9:00am-4:00pm Where: Centennial Pool Cost:$120.00Come to build different creations each day and then see what it takes to destroy them. Campers will also have a swimming lesson each day in the morning and in the afternoon get time to play at the fun swim.

More details available online at saugeenshores.ca

Summer Programs

Sign up for programs and swimming lessons online at saugeenshores.ca

Lifesaving Sport FundamentalsAthletes will work on strokes, endurance and lifesaving sport technical skills. Working with fins, obstacles, weights and ropes, athletes will train the transitions and races performed at the Ontario Junior Lifeguard Games. Coaches will work with athlete’s strokes to improve their swimming proficiency and endurance.

Nippers (Ages 7-8) Activity #13779When: July 4-Aug 12 Port Elgin Main Beach: Mon, Wed, Fri 10:45-11:30amCentennial Pool: Tues, Thurs 9:00-10:00amCost: $85.00

Surfers (Ages 9-11) Activity #13780 When: July 4-Aug 12 Port Elgin Main Beach: Mon, Wed, Fri 9:45-10:45amCentennial Pool: Tues, Thurs 9:00-10:00amCost: $90.00

Juniors (Ages 12-14) Activity #13782When: July 4-Aug 12 Port Elgin Main Beach: Mon, Wed, Fri 8:45-10:00amCentennial Pool: Tues, Thurs 9:00-10:00amCost: $95.00

Competitive Squad (Ages 13-20) Activity #13781When: July 4-Aug 12 Port Elgin Main Beach: Mon, Wed, Fri 8:00-9:30amCentennial Pool: Mon 6:00-7:00pm, Wed 6:00-7:30amCost: $135.00

Sea Monsters Beach Safety & Play (Ages 5-6) #13783 When: June 29-Aug 14 Mon, Wed, Fri 11:30am-12:00pm Where: Port Elgin Main Beach Cost:$55.00Come play on the Port Elgin main beach with swim instructors and lifesaving coaches. Participants will learn the dangers of water, staying safe around open water and becoming more comfortable playing in the lake. We will be getting our heads wet, running through waves and playing on paddle boards.

Masters Swim Program - 8 Weeks #13795 (Ages 14+)When: July 4-Aug 25 Mon, Wed 6:00-7:30am, Thurs 6:00-7:00pm Where: Centennial Pool Cost: $85.00

Looking for fitness swimming and making new friends? Join in and participate in recreational swims, swim meets, clinics and socials. It is a great way to improve your fitness and swimming techniques.

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AquaticsWhy take a shower?Centennial Pool staff are doing everything they can to maintain a healthy environment for pool users. Taking a shower will assist staff in maintaining good water & air quality.

Did You Know: • Showering is a requirement of Public Health

regulations.• Regulation 565 states ‘Every bather shall take a

cleansing shower using soap and warm water before entering the pool.’

• Centennial pool can have up to 200 users in the pool per day and every user will bring a certain amount of irritants in with them on their skin, such as urine, feces, sweat and lotions. By taking a shower this greatly reduces the amount of irritants entering the pool.

• Taking a shower is one of the Key Ways to a Healthy Pool Environment, both for water and air quality.

• Chloramines are toxic gas compounds produced when the chlorine in water attaches to irritants in the water. Taking a shower helps to reduce irritants in the pool and therefore reduces the chloramines in the air. This assists in creating a healthy pool environment for swimmers and staff. Pool staff try to reduce the chloramines in the air by having all swimmers take a shower before entering the pool.

• By taking a shower you will help Centennial Pool to effectively control air quality at the pool. Air and water quality levels are dependent on each other.

All this just by taking a shower!

What else are we doing to ensure a safe and healthy environment for swimmers?Centennial Pool has some of the best water around – We have trained and knowledgeable staff that are continuously monitoring and correcting (when necessary) the chemical water balance. This will allow for a good experience when you come swimming.

We are required by Health Regulation 565 to add fresh water every day. This assists with maintaining clean water for you to swim in.

Health Regulation 565 also requires that the pool water must be treated with chlorine, a chlorine compound or bromine compound. Centennial Pool uses chlorine.

Centennial Pool is also required to maintain a balanced ph level for swimming comfort and safety. Staff test for these components and others every 2 hours. Your comfort is important to us and by taking a shower you can assist us in ensuring others have a pleasurable experience as well.

Summer Camps

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Surf & Turf Camp (Ages 8-11) #13793When: Aug 8-12 (Week #6) Monday-Friday 9:00am-4:00pm Where: Centennial Pool and the Port Elgin Main Beach Cost:$150.00 Come join camp staff for a week of doing everything to do with turf sports and playing in the surf and pool. We will be trying lots of different sports throughout the week and will be spending time in the pool cooling off and traveling to the beach to play in the surf. Must be able to swim 50m nonstop with a recognizable front crawl stroke and tread water for 1 minute.

Circus Camp (Ages 7-14) #13962When: Aug 15-19 (Week 7) Monday-Friday 9:00am-4:00pm Where: Southampton Coliseum Cost: $160.00Join us at the Circus! It’s for everyone! During this one week camp you will learn skills that include trapeze, hoop, aerial skills, juggling, hula hoop, tight wire, clowning and more. You will receive many benefits from this program including increased health, creativity, and self esteem. About the Instructor: Angola Murdoch was born and raised in Grey Bruce County and went on to be an international aerial circus performer and has taught all over the world. She has received the highest level coaching certificate at the National Circus School in Montreal. *Because of the nature of this program (contract program to Angola Murdoch) all registrations are final. There will be no refunds. Registration deadline: August 1st*

Explore & Discover Saugeen Shores (Ages 9-11) #13794When: Aug 22-26 (Week #8) Monday-Friday 9:00am-4:00pm Where: Centennial Pool and the Port Elgin Main Beach Cost:$185.00 Come join camp staff for a week of traveling throughout Saugeen Shores on our bikes and visiting different locations and trying new things. We will be visiting the different emergency stations, biking on different trails throughout Saugeen Shores, spending the afternoon at the beach, biking to McGregor Park for a picnic and so much more. All participants will need a bike and helmet.

*Coming Soon—Pool and Putt Camp*When: Ages 12-15: July 11-15 (Week #2)

Ages 8-11: July 25-29 (Week #4) Where: Pipers Glen and Centennial Pool Cost: TBAThis is a learn to golf basics. A seasoned PRO (from Pipers Glen) will coach you in the art of golf. This program is a great way for children to learn the basic fundamentals of golf. Full swing, short game, course etiquette, on course training and rules of golf will be highlighted in this program. At the pool the kids will be instructed at their level on water safety, stroke techniques and skills. They will also be evaluated at the Swim to Survive Standard to ensure their safety in and around the water. Each day kids will explore a different water activity.

Sign up for Summer Camps online at saugeenshores.ca

More details available online at saugeenshores.ca

Got questions?Call the pool at 519-832-2627 or visit saugeenshores.ca

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AquaticsSwimming Lessons:Centennial Pool offers Red Cross and Lifesaving Swimming classes. All classes are taught by a certified Red Cross / Lifesaving Society Instructor. Swimming lessons are progressively evaluated and participants who complete all of the required skills will receive a badge or sticker. If you should have questions about your child’s progress please talk with the Deck Supervisor or Aquatic Supervisor. Parents are welcome to stay and watch their child’s swimming lesson from the on deck viewing area. Please remove shoes before entering the pool deck, to comply with Public Health Regulations. Centennial Pool will continue to accommodate swimming needs - if you are not seeing what you are looking for please let pool staff know.

Regular Programming for Centennial Pool Includes:Public Swim - pool toys and floatation aids are allowed in the shallow end. Please check with the lifeguard on duty for approval. Family Swim - geared to parents with young children, seniors and patrons with special needs. Lane Swim Morning/Noon/Night - available for patrons 13 years of age or older, lanes are divided into slow, medium and fast lanes. Aqua Fit Class - These are high energy, low impact fitness classes which allow participants to work at their own pace/ability.

Personal Property

All patrons are responsible for their personal belongings while in attendance at the facility. The Town of Saugeen Shores assumes no responsibility for lost or stolen goods.

Direct SupervisionBeing within arm’s reach at all times. When directly supervising children, there is a maximum of two children, under the age of 9 per guardian.

Swim TestTwo widths of a recognizable stroke, without stopping and one minute of treading water .

Want to be a Lifeguard?Aquatics can be a rewarding part time job. It combines leadership with skill and dedication to safety and fun. If you think this might be the right job for you, talk with the Aquatics Supervisor or pick up a “How to be a Lifeguard/Instructor” brochure at Centennial Pool. All details can be found online at

saugeenshores.ca.

Sign up for programs and swimming lessons online at saugeenshores.ca

Aquatics

Centennial Pool - General Information Centennial Pool, located at Saugeen District Secondary School, is owned and operated by the Town of Saugeen Shores. This 5 lane x 25 m lap pool maintains a temperature of 84 F. Pool rentals are available, for more information contact Community Services of the Town of Saugeen Shores at 519-832-2008.

 Accessibility Centennial Pool has an access ramp to the lobby, from the main school entrance. There are steps for access to the pool tank.

Admittance Requirements• Children 6 years of age and younger must be accompanied by a parent or guardian who is at least 16

years of age, and responsible for their direct supervision.• Children 7 – 9 years of age must pass a facility swim test or be accompanied by a parent or guardian,

who is at least 16 years of age, and responsible for their direct supervision.• Pool staff encourage all swimmers to swim with a buddy.  • Those with serious medical conditions should be accompanied by an individual who is knowledgeable

of their condition and responsible for their direct supervision.

Change RoomsChildren 7 years of age or older are required to use the change room designed for their gender. If this is not suitable, please see facility staff for appropriate accommodation.

Questions about swimming?Call the pool at 519-832-2627 or visit saugeenshores.ca

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Online registration for Municipal Programs and Swimming Lessons begins at midnight on March 9.

Visit saugeenshores.ca

LEISURE FAIR Spring & Summer 2016

Wednesday, March 9 from 6-8pm at the Plex

It’s almost time to register for Spring and Summer programs, lessons, sports and clubs!

The Leisure Fair is your one-stop shop for local sports leagues, clubs and organizations. Town staff will also be available to answer questions about the online registration

process and to complete in person registrations.

Participating vendors:

• Allegro Youth Chorus• Blackboard Sound• Bruce County Museum• Bruce County Public Library• Bruce County Rugby Club• Bruce County Speed Skating• Camp Celtic• Canadian Martial Arts Centre• Celtic Academy Canada• Growing Connections• Heroes on the Move• Kids Street Nursery School• Kindermusik with Deb• Port Elgin & District Lion’s Club• P.R.A.N.C.E.• Recreational Respite

• Sandcastle Theatre• Saugeen Shores Get Outdoors

Youth Club• Saugeen Golf Course• Saugeen Shores Lacrosse• Saugeen Shores Minor Baseball• Saugeen Shores United F.C.• Southampton Art School &

Gallery• Southampton Summer Music• Southport Horticultural Society• Swing, Spring & Flip Club• Wee Wigglers with Jodi• Willow Creek Pony Club

to all of our community sponsors who took part in the

Sponsored Skate and Swim program!

Together we have been able to provide barrier-free play to the community of Saugeen Shores.

THANK YOU

• Andre’s Swiss County Dining• Anglican Parish of Saugeen Shores• Anishnabek Child & Youth Prevention

Services• BDO• Bruce County Bookkeeping and Income Tax

Service• Bruce County Rugby Football Club• Bruce Telecom• Carey Optical• CIBC• Community of Christ• Corner Chiropractic & Laser Clinic• Chantry Island Cham-bettes• Davidson-Hill Elevator Inc.• Doug Welsh Construction Ltd.• Dr. Billings• Dr. Higgins• Dr. Michael Marriott• Dr. Tony Marriott• Eastlink• Emke Schaab Climate Care• Giant Tiger• Hi-Berry Farm• Maples Dental Clinic• Martin’s Home Hardware Limited• Mowbray’s Canadian Tire Port Elgin

• Optimist Club of Southampton/Port Elgin• Ottewell Enterprises Ltd.• Port Elgin & District Lion’s Club• Port Elgin Home Hardware Building Centre• Port Elgin United Church• Re/Max Land Exchange Ltd.• Rotary Club of Port Elgin• Rotary Club of Southampton• Royal Canadian Legion Branch 340 Port

Elgin• Royal Lepage DC Johnston Realty• Saugeen Shores Play Network• Shular’s Car Sales• Southampton Foodland• Sunshine & Sparkles Laundromat• Super 8 Port Elgin• T.A. Brown Funeral Home• Tara Somerville Medicine• T.A. Stewart & Son Contracting Limited• The Ballards “Johnny’s Birthday”• Tim Hortons• Unifor Family Education Centre• Wardrop Pharmasave Home Health &

Mobility• Wark Milk Transport Limited• Wismer House Whalers• WSP Canada Inc.

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Treasury

Treasury Department - Office Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am-4:30pm600 Tomlinson Dr. Port Elgin, ON

T 519.832.2008 saugeenshores.ca

Tax & Water/Sewer Payment Options• Mail your cheque or post-dated cheques along

with your remittance stubs to Town of Saugeen Shores, P.O. Box 820, Port Elgin, Ontario, N0H 2C0.

• Pay your tax or water/sewer bill at Canadian Banks.

• By telephone or Internet Banking.• Pay by our Pre-authorized Payment Plan

service. Enrollment and authorization forms are provided on the website and at the Municipal Office.

• Visit the Municipal Office at 600 Tomlinson Drive, Port Elgin to make a cash, cheque or debit payment in person.

• After Hours Payment: Leave your cheque payment in the envelope drop-off slot outside the Municipal Office at 600 Tomlinson Drive, Port Elgin. 

Canada Post Epost BillingCanada Post Epost Billing services are available for water and sewer (utility) billing and for your tax bill. This convenient electronic billing service will enable customers to sign up for secure online access to their tax and utility bills through the Canada Post Epost web-site. Traditional paper copies of bills will still be produced for customers who prefer to receive their bills through the mail.

Rental PropertiesOwners of rental properties are reminded that it is the property owner’s responsibility to keep the Water and Sewer Billing Coordinator informed of changes in the occupancy status of your property if the utility bills are paid by the tenant. We require signed authorization to transfer the account into

your tenant’s name and require either a deposit or payment pre-authorization to complete the set-up process.

New Construction or AdditionProperty owners are reminded that there is often a delay between the time a property owner can occupy a residence that is newly constructed or has had an addition and when the Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC) assesses the new construction or addition. MPAC aims to assess all new residential buildings and additions within six months of occupation; however, if your new home or addition is not assessed during the year that it was completed and occupied, you will still be responsible for the taxes from the date you occupied the property.

The Assessment Act allows MPAC to assess any new house or addition that has been omitted from the assessment roll for the current and any part or all of the two previous years. The Treasury Department prepares these tax bills as soon as we receive the assessment information from MPAC.If you move into a new house or have made some major improvements to your property, plan ahead for the tax bill that will eventually come your way. Treasury staff can assist in estimating what your tax bill may eventually be so that you are prepared when the bill arrives.

ReminderTax bills are issued twice per year - in January and July. Each bill has two installments. The January bill includes both the February & May installments and the July bill includes the August and November installments. No reminders are sent for these second installments. Please remember to pay all installments by the due date to avoid penalty and / or interest charges on overdue balances.

Clerks DepartmentDog and Cat Licence RegistrationBy-law 36-2004 of the Town of Saugeen Shores requires all dogs and cats to be registered with the Municipality. Dog/Cat Tags can be purchased at the Municipal Office, 600 Tomlinson Drive, Port Elgin, during business hours from 8:30am to 4:30pm Monday to Friday.

You have an opportunity to purchase a Lifetime Registration Tag for your pet with proof of a microchip implant.

If your Dog has a current Tag, you may visit our “Off Leash Dog Park” located at 961 Lehnen Street, north of the Port Elgin Cemetery.

All pet owners are reminded that the Animal Control By-law requires that:• Pet owners shall stoop and scoop their pet’s excrement; • No owner shall allow a dog to run at large other than on their own premises; • Dogs shall be leashed at all times when not on their own premises.

Discover the Saugeen Shores Off Leash Dog Park today!Your dog will thank you!

Saugeen Shores Municipal Office 600 Tomlinson Dr. Port Elgin, ON

T 519.832.2008 saugeenshores.ca

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Public Works RemindersPublic Information Regarding the Emerald Ash BorerIt has been verified that the Emerald Ash Borer is present in Bruce County and Saugeen Shores.  The Emerald Ash Borer attacks and kills all species of ash, except mountain ash which is not a true ash.  Emerald Ash Borer is very difficult to detect early. When infested trees are found, it’s often 1 year or more after the attack occurred. In addition, there are several other factors affecting ash health in Ontario which may disguise its presence. 

Ash trees of all sizes are susceptible to attack. Larvae have been found in branches as small as 1.1 cm in diameter.  If not effectively controlled, the Emerald Ash Borer is expected to spread across the entire range of ash, causing widespread tree mortality.Emerald Ash Borer adults are metallic green, 8.5 to 13.5 mm long, and slender. The head is flattened, with black compound eyes that cover most of the side of the head. Short antennae extend from the face, then curve back to just past the eyes. The upper side of the abdomen is copper to purplish, and is visible when the wings are open.

Please visit the following web-sites for more information: Canadian Food Inspection Agency http://www.inspection.gc.ca Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority www.svca.on.ca 

Ministry of Natural Resources http://www.mnr.gov.on.ca/en/Business/Forests

More information can be found in the Environmental Calendar on the Public Works page of saugeenshores.ca

Public Works Reminders

LANDSCAPING ON TOWN PROPERTYWe would like to remind all residents and contractors that landscaping on Town property, requires

pre-authorization from the Town of Saugeen Shores. Please contact the Public Works Department at 519-832-2008.

Styrofoam Recycling Only “Packaging Styrofoam” in clear plastic bags will be accepted at the Landfill. The Landfill does not recycle peanuts, food containers, pink/blue or black construction Styrofoam. Fluorescent Light Recycling All sizes of fluorescent bulbs are now accepted. Cardboard Recycling Depots Cardboard recycling depots are located at: The Port Elgin Sewage Treatment Plant on Lehnen St. Concession 6 at Guyers Drive (Public Works Garage) The Southampton Landfill Site is located at 126 Concession 14.Compost Site Yard waste is accepted at the Compost Site located on Concession 14 beside the Southampton Landfill. Brush is not accepted at the Compost Site. Mattress & Box Spring Recycling Mattresses and box springs will only be accepted through this program at the Landfill. There is a fee for these individual items.

Battery Recycling Program Your household batteries can be dropped off at the Landfill Site, Municipal Office, or the Public Libraries in Port Elgin or Southampton. You can also recycle vehicle batteries at the Landfill Site. Ontario Tire Stewardship Tires can be brought to the site during regular Landfill hours at NO COST. Freon Units Freon units, air conditioners, fridges, freezer, water coolers and dehumidifiers WILL NOT BE

ACCEPTED at the Southampton Landfill unless they have been certified as Freon-free and

tagged. Propane TanksTanks that are empty of all propane will be accepted at the Landfill site.

New Recycled Items (No Cost)We now accept the following items

that contain mercury: Fire Extinguishers, Thermostats, Barometers, Thermometers, and Smoke Detectors

Waste Diversion Programs

Cycle - Recycle (Bikes for the World)In partnership with our local Lion’s Club we are now recycling used bicycles at our Landfill Site. Collected bikes will be recycled and sent to a third world country where they will allow kids to attend school several miles away and help local residents become more independent. There is no charge to drop off your bicycles. Please note we are unable to accept tricycles at this time.

OES-Ontario Electronic StewardshipThe Ontario Electronic Stewardship’s (OES) Waste Electronic and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) program helps you make the right decision for the environment and keep old computers, televisions and electronics out of the landfill.Items accepted: desktop computers, portable computers, computer peripherals, telephone & accessories , equalizers/(pre) amplifiers, video players/projectors, personal handheld devices, cell phones, monitors, printing devices, copiers, scanners, PDA’s and pagers, televisions, video recorders, radios, turntables, modems, typewriters, audio players, tuners, receivers, speakers, cameras.www.ontarioelectronicstewardship.ca

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Zoning By-lawThe Town’s zoning by-law is being updated in 2016.  Please consult Development Services staff to discuss what the update means to you and if any of the changes affect you.

CALL BEFORE YOU DIGAre you putting in fence posts, planting a tree, excavating for a pool, deck or a new addition? Before you dig, think about what services might be buried in the ground

because what you can’t see can hurt you.

Before You Dig As a Contractor or Homeowner, you are responsible for obtaining locates for all utilities/services prior to digging. These services include: natural gas pipes, telephone lines, hydro or cablevision cables and water/sewer pipes. Ontario One Call will confirm which utility company they provide locate services for. You are responsible for directly contacting utility providers, who are not members of Ontario One Call.

What is at Risk? If you are digging by hand or excavating with machinery, you risk damaging an underground network of services. Having your utilities located before you dig is also the law under the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act. Damaging underground services can have serious consequences:• Personal injury • Loss of essential services, creating a safety risk for others• Expensive restoration costs and potential legal actions

Free Locating ServiceThis is a FREE locate service called Ontario One Call to help you protect yourself and others from unnecessary damage. The location of the spots you should avoid are marked with specific colour codes (paint, stakes or flags), depending on the utility involved.

Green - Sewer , Storm Drain

Pink - Temporary Survey Markings

White - Proposed Excavation

Orange - Communication, CATV

Blue - Water

Red - Electricity

Yellow - Gas, Oil, Steam, Chemical The Town of Saugeen Shores is anONTARIO ONE CALL MEMBER

Ontario One Call anytime, 7 days a week and 24 hours a day

Telephone: 1-800-400-2255 Fax: 1-800-400-8876

On-line: www.on1call.com

Development Services

For more information on these By-laws, visit our website at saugeenshores.ca

ShedsBuilding Permits are required for sheds over 10 m2. Sheds smaller than 10 m2 are still required to comply with the Town’s Zoning By-law. Please contact the Building Department to confirm zoning requirements for all shed construction.

TentsPlanning on erecting a large tent this summer? Building Permits are required for all tents larger than 60m2. Saugeen Shores Building Permit fee is $80.00 for tents between 60m2 and 225m2 in area. Contact the Building Department for more information on tent requirements.

PlanningHave questions regarding a new development in  Saugeen Shores? Would like to know where you can build on your property? Need a Minor Variance to make a project work or would like to create a new building lot? Come see us!

Yard Sale SignageHaving a yard sale is a great way to reuse household items, while making a little money. As for signage, the Town requests that when advertising your garage sale you keep to one sign on your property and one sign at a main intersection to notify the community of your sale. Don’t forget to pick up your Garage Sale Signs at the end of the Garage Sale.

Importance of House Numbering The Town of Saugeen Shores House Numbering By-law 54-2008 requires all buildings to have the municipal numbers in contrasting colours that are plainly legible and visible from the street fronting the property.House numbers are not only convenient for finding addresses but necessary for emergency responders to locate those in need. When responding to an emergency, minutes matter so be sure that fire, ambulance, and police personnel can easily and quickly find your address.

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Saugeen Shores Fire DepartmentCarbon Monoxide (CO) is known as

‘The Silent Killer’ “Because you can’t see it, taste it or smell it. The only way to detect the presence of the deadly gas is to install a carbon monoxide alarm” says Rob Atkinson, Fire Prevention Officer. On October 15, 2014, the Ontario Government formally enacted a new law — The Hawkins-Gignac Act - making carbon monoxide alarms mandatory in all Ontario homes at risk of CO.

Now, Fire Prevention Officer Atkinson wants to remind everyone that no matter the age of your home, if you have any oil, propane or gas-burning appliances, furnace or water heater, a wood or gas fireplace, or an attached garage or carport, you must have working carbon monoxide alarms installed near sleeping areas. Ontario’s new CO Alarm Law brings a consistent level of protection to all Ontarians.

Carbon Monoxide SourcesCarbon monoxide can be emitted if fuel burning devices are improperly installed or poorly maintained. Vents and flues must also be free of debris and not cracked or clogged. It can originate from gas, oil or propane furnaces, water heaters, clothes dryers, gas ovens and wood burning or gas fireplaces.

CO Safety Tips to Protect Your Family• It is law in Ontario to install carbon monoxide alarms outside sleeping areas.• CO alarms are required by law to be replaced within the time frame indicated in the manufacturer’s

instructions and/or on the label on the unit. Some new CO alarms offer sealed lithium batteries that last 10 years from activation.

• For optimal protection, install additional CO alarms on every floor of the home.• Have a licenced technician inspect your fuel burning appliances annually, (e.g.

furnace, range, fireplace, and water heater) to ensure they are in proper working order and vented correctly.

• For families with older parents or relatives, it is wise to help them inspect their CO alarms.

• CO alarms don’t last forever. They need to be replaced every 7-10 years, depending on the brand.

• If your alarm goes off get everyone out of the house, stay out and call 911! Exposure to CO reduces your ability to think clearly, so never delay if your alarm goes off and you sense a problem.

Symptoms of CO ExposureEarly symptoms of CO poisoning include headache, nausea and fatigue and are often mistaken for the flu. Carbon monoxide is known to disorient its victims and is most dangerous when people are sleeping and fail to wake up or realize they are at risk.Prolonged exposure to carbon monoxide can lead to brain damage and death.

Saugeen Shores Fire Department612 Emma Street - P.O. Box 1000, Port Elgin, Ontario N0H 2C0

For more information please contact: Fire Prevention Officer Rob Atkinson at 519-389-6120

Saugeen Shores Fire Department

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Facility RentalsFacility RentalsThe Town provides beautiful venues for rent for a number of special events. Whether a private function (wedding, anniversary, reunion, etc.) or a public meeting, the Town of Saugeen Shores is happy to offer space for rent.

Facilities include: • The Plex, Port Elgin: Ice, Main Floor, Rotary Hall, Meeting

Rooms• The Coliseum, Southampton: Ice, Main Floor, Green Room,

Annex• Historic Southampton Town Hall• Pavilions & Parkland• Lake Huron Shoreline

When a facility is rented you can expect exceptional, personalized service. The Facility Booking Coordinator will be happy to discuss the services provided with the rental.

To rent a facility, please contact the Facility Booking Coordinator at 519-832-2008

For More Information Contact Community Services Program and Bookings Coordinator, Town of Saugeen Shores

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