New Water Treatment Plant Set to Open

Layout & Design By: Shannon Oake

Council is very pleased with the progress of the new water treatment plant. All equipment is installed and we are now into the pre-start up stage. This process involves testing and disinfecting all tanks and equipment and requires the cooperation of all contractors. We are very proud of our water plant employees, contractors, and funding partners who have been dedicated to this project.

Over the next few weeks, as the water flows through the plant and the distribution system, residents may notice some discolouration of the water until all systems are fine tuned.

The plant, which cost over $12 million, is capable of producing 1500 gallons per minute and is equipped with a security system.

Once the plant is operational the Town will be holding a grand opening with tours open to the public. Notices will be posted on the Town’s website at www.clarenville.net and in the Packet.

Santa Claus is coming to Town!

Santa Claus ParadeThe Clarenville Lions Club Santa Claus Parade will

th take place on Saturday, December 8 (Sunday,

thDecember 9 in the event of bad weather) at 10:00AM. Please visit www.clarenville.net for route information.

Lighting of the Town Tree and Bare Mountain StarOn December 2 at 4:30 in front of the Town Hall, the Christmas Tree and Bare Mountain Star will be lit! This family event will include music by the Salvation Army Band and a carol sing-a-long. Hot chocolate and cookies served by the Fire Department will help to keep you nice and toasty! Please bring along a non-perishable food item for the Salvation Army Food Bank.

Poster Contest for Grade 3s Grade 3 students in Balbo Elementary and Clarenville Primary School are invited to take part in a poster contest. In 10 years, grade 3s will be graduating from high school. We want you to think about what you like about Clarenville now and what you would like Clarenville to look like in 10 years from now. Draw a picture of what you want Clarenville to look like. There will be a prize winner from Balbo and one from CPS. The winners will be invited to turn the switch on to light the Town Christmas Tree and the star on Bare Mountain on December 2. Posters must be submitted to the Town Hall by Friday, November 30.

Dates to Remember

Nov. 25Grand opening of Shoal Harbour Causeway TrailNov. 30Deadline for Grade 3’s to enter poster contestNov. 30Deadline to provide feedback on town strategic plan visioning sessionDec. 2Lighting of the Town Christmas Tree and Bare Mountain StarDec. 8Lions Club Santa Claus ParadeDec. 13Old-Fashioned Christmas “Time”

Last year, the first Old-Fashioned Christmas Time was a big hit so it's back again on Thursday, December 13 at 6:30 at the Clarenville High School. Admission is free but please bring along a non-perishable food item for the food bank. Enjoy the talent of our town residents and take part in the mummer contest. The kids will love the grab bags and the visit by Old Saint Nick himself! Mummers can register at 6:15 at the main entrance of the Clarenville High School. Prizes of $100 will be awarded for most spirited mummer and most unique outfit. If you would like to perform during the concert, please call 466-7937 to register (space is limited!). For more information, please contact Marie at 466-7937.

SEASON’S GREETINGS

Council promotes the interests of the town in many different ways.

Most recently we have:

Made a submission on the Environmental Impact statement regarding the proposed new refinery.

Participated in a feedback session regarding the winter tourism strategy.

Met with a number of provincial and federal representatives regarding the Events Centre.

Submitted an application to the Newfoundland Labrador Arts Council for support for Arts Under The Stars.

News Briefs

Recognitions

The Road To Age Friendly Communities

Lighting Shoal Harbour Drive

Snow Removal Policy

Intersection Realignment

Signs, Signs and More Signs

Stadium Winter Activity Groups

Parks & Recreation Fire Department

Clarenville has established a committee, the Random Age Friendly Communities, which includes broad representation. Being an Age Friendly Community means appropriate, affordable and accessible transportation, housing, support services and opportunities to participate in healthy aging, spiritual, social, recreational activities in a safe and secure environment.

Municipal government and community groups are two of the key influences within our community. We must ensure that municipal government and community organizations have a strong voice to communicate those strengths and challenges.

You are invited as residents of our community to become part of a community based organization which will focus on making Clarenville the most age friendly community in our Province.

The World Health Organization and the Public Health Agency of Canada are collaborating to develop age friendly towns and cities. The outcome will be a guide consisting of a set of markers/values for an age friendly community. Clarenville has been selected to participate with other Canadian rural communities.

As part of the Town's beautification enhancement, a Clarenville Community Gardening Competition was held in the summer of 2007. Nominations took place throughout the summer and some beautiful gardens were

in the running. The garden of John and Blanche Preston located at 11 Strong’s Road was chosen as the winner. The Town congratulates the Prestons on an absolutely beautiful garden and a big thank you to all other nominees.

Pic Goes Here

The Town of Clarenville recognizes Garry Gosse for his 31 years of service to our town. Garry was hired with the Town as a Recreation Director / Stadium Manager in 1976 after graduating from a Recreation Leadership Program.

Garry remembers when there was 1 ballfield, two playgrounds and a tennis court. Today, we have 3 ballfields, 6 playgrounds, 2 skateboard parks, 3 outdoor volleyball courts, 15km of trails, and a soccer pitch. Garry has been involved in expanding the summer program to day camps, field trips and special events. “I have been very fortunate to work for councils and a recreation association interested in the well being of our citizens,” says Garry.

Shoal Harbour Causeway Trail Grand Opening Hike

There is no better place to see the sun rise over Random Island than on the soon-to-be-opened Causeway Trail around Shoal Harbour. This trail has been the focus of much volunteer and Town effort over the past two years. The brainchild of the Shoal Harbour Enhancement Committee, a group of community minded citizens, this two kilometre trail stretches around the perimeter of Harbour Drive along the newly-built causeway pedestrian way, across a beautiful pedestrian bridge, and up a lighted stairway to a large landing complete with newly installed interpretive signage. The project is now complete!

As part of the trail project, green spaces have been created on Balbo Drive (grass, benches, hanging flower pots) and at the foot of the Shoal Harbour River near the bridge (picnic table and benches).

You are cordially invited to the official opening, scheduled for Sunday, November 25 at 2pm on the deck above the stairway. The opening will be followed by a walk around the trail with a hot-dog barbecue, on the deck. (In the event of rain the hotdogs will be served in the Odd-fellows Hall.)

New directional signage has been installed on all trails throughout our trail system. We will also soon be installing new trail map signs on each of the trails. Drop by the Town Hall and get a copy of the new trail system brochure or visit the trail system website www.clarenville.net/trails.

For more information on our trails or enhancement projects contact Garry Gosse and 466-7731 or email: cara@clarenville.net.

Winter activities have begun at the stadium. For infomation on the following activities please contact:

Figure Skating - Brenda Rose: 466 - 7733Minor Hockey - Charlie Porter: 466 - 3037 or 466 - 7601Seniors Curling - Bill Meadus: 466 - 6484Regular Curling - Gerard Greene: 466 - 3011Shinny Hockey - Rod Nichol: 466 - 2773Rec Hockey - Jeff Roberts: 466 - 3326Rec Hockey League - Jason Strickland: 466 - 2869Youth Hockey - Mike Andrews: 466 - 7230

For more info please call the Stadium at 466 - 7731

Be prepared - plan foremergencies

Emergency: 466-7777

Emergency Preparedness

Yours in Fire Safety Fire Chief Tony Rose Contact: (709) 466-7937

Additional street lights have been installed on Shoal Harbour Drive. The remaining section of the road, as well as traffic lights at the intersection of Shoal Harbour Drive and Manitoba Drive will be completed in the 2008 budget year.

The snow will soon be flying! Residents are reminded that vehicles that hinder or impede snow clearing may be ticketed, towed and/or impounded at the owner's expense. Residents and businesses removing snow must not impede traffic by leaving the snow on the road.

Motorists are asked to be aware of realignment of the intersection at Balbo Drive and Harbour Drive. Changes are being made for safety reasons. To see a drawing of the new intersection visit www.clarenville.net.

Every Saturday morning many yard sale signs pop up on utility poles and at intersections. Unfortunately not all of these signs are being taken down once the sales are over and this is creating an unsightly mess. Once your yard sale is completed, you must remove your signs.

In day-to-day living, disasters may seem a distant possibility. Yet disasters such as floods, hurricanes, chemical spills or power failures can occur at anytime in any community, including ours.

Expect the unexpected and plan for it. Knowing what to do when a disaster strikes will help you better control the situation and will help you to recover more quickly.

No community is equipped to handle all the demands of a catastrophe. Help your community by preparing yourself.

Make sure everyone in your family knows what to do before, during and after an emergency.

Set up a family meeting this week to discuss how you can best prepare for an emergency. Have your own plan.

For more information on preparedness, visit the Red Cross website at www.redcross.ca or visit the Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness Canada at www.psepc.gc.ca.

Strategic PlanTo have input into the Town’s Strategic Plan, visit www.clarenville.net or see the insert in this newsletter.