News
Sedona Re-zoning Request Approved:
The Orchard Heights Board of Directors has most recently been advised by the
City of Mississauga that the zoning bylaw to permit construction of the 13
single family homes known as the Heights of Marionville, was approved on
March 27, 2013 under section 34 of the Planning Act. Any individual notices
of appeal must be filed to the Ontario Municipal Board (OMB) no later than
April 22, 2013. If you wish to learn more go to www.omb.gov.on.ca.
Greenest Ward Celebration
And the Greenest Ward in Mississauga is ... Ward 1!
Congratulations to Ward 1 residents for achieving the greatest participation in the first grow local/eat local challenge of Let Your Green Show. In celebration of this achievement, the City of Mississauga and the Region of Peel are hosting a free ice skating party and a living green fair for Ward 1 residents. On March 22, 2013 join us on the ice at the Port Credit Memorial Arena from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. and help kick off the next Greenest Ward Challenge!
February Coyote Sightings:
Residents are reminded of what may be considered an increase in sightings of coyotes within the OH neightbourhood recently, including sightings within Ron Searle Park during the day. Residents are strongly encouraged to be aware of this both during the day and in the evenings, and to take additional precautions respecting their smaller children and their pets. The City has posted additional warning signs at the entrance to Orchard Heights Park that your BOD had requested, however, since sighting of these wild animals that are both hungry after the winter and in their mating season have occurred within our streets themselves also, residents caution should be extended throughout the entire neighbourhood.
Let’s all be aware for the safety of ourselves and our loved ones.
Dudley Briggs
President OHHA
re. Re-construction of Etobicoke Bridge over Lakeshore
From: Jim Tovey
To: 'Dudley Briggs'
Sent: Wednesday, January 16, 2013 10:26 AM
Subject: Re-construction of Etobicoke Bridge over Lakeshore
The City of Toronto has started bridge re-construction work on the Etobicoke Bridge over the Lakeshore. Lane closures and delays are expected. The curb lanes, west bound and east bound are scheduled to be closed Jan 16th and 17th. Temporary traffic signals will be up and running. This part of the work is expected to last approximately 3-4 weeks, weather permitting.
Regards
Lynn Judge
Executive Assistant to
Councillor Jim Tovey
Ward 1, City of Mississauga
Dixie Road / Rometown Drive intersection issues
From: Lynn Judge [mailto:Lynn.Judge@mississauga.ca] On Behalf Of Jim Tovey
Sent: Wednesday, March 13, 2013 3:01 PM
To: 'Dudley Briggs'
Subject: RE: Dixie Mall / Dixie Road intersection
Hi Dudley
This is what was sent to our office.
Lynn
“This is in response to the resident request to review the eastbound left turn movement at the intersection of Dixie Road at Rometown Drive. Staff have completed the necessary studies and wish to offer the following comments. Eastbound bound left turn delay studies were conducted during the a.m. and p.m. peak hour periods. The results of the eastbound left turn studies are as follows:
The traffic delay study results indicate that no eastbound left turning motorists experienced any traffic signal cycle delays during the above noted periods.
A review of our most recent five year reportable collision history revealed only one collision involving eastbound left turning vehicles and zero collision involving westbound left turning vehicles. Therefore, both movements are not considered to be hazardous.
Based on the above information, we will not be installing an eastbound left turn arrow phase for the above intersection at this time. However, we will continue to monitor the movement at this intersection and make any necessary changes as they become warranted.
As you aware, the pavement marking revisions at this intersection will be conducted as soon as our sprint program starts.”
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From: Jim Tovey
To: 'Dudley Briggs' ; Jim Tovey Cc: donald steen ; Don Champagne ; 'Dan Higashi' ; Mark Machanek
Sent: Wednesday, January 09, 2013 2:50 PM
Subject: Dixie Mall / Dixie Road intersection issues
Good afternoon:
Councillor Tovey asked us to let you know the photo showing the problem at the intersection has been forwarded to the Region of Peel and a request to deal with the problem has been sent to them from both our Ward office and our Transportation & Works Department.
Regards
Lynn Judge
Executive Assistant to
Councillor Jim Tovey
Ward 1, City of Mississauga
Orchard Heights Park Closure Pilot Project.
February 27 2013:
The City of Mississauga Parks Department will be holding a public meeting on February 27th 2013 at which time they will hear any comments from residents following last year’s summer closure to vehicles, and update us on their recommendations to Council for the summer 2013 season.
April 2012:
Due to the overheilming repsonse from our community residents, as a pilot project, the Orchard Heights Park will remain closed to vehicular traffic for 1 year. After the summer of 2012, based on feedback from the City, conservations authority staff and Orchard Heights residents, a decision will be made on continuing the closure or not.
Music To Our Ears
April 13 2012:
Tovey wants to establish a Walk of Fame to honour the city’s greatest musicians.
(click here for Mississauga News article)
Second units are self-contained units in single-family homes. They are often called basement apartments or in-law suites.
Second units can expand housing opportunities within established communities and provide much needed safe, healthy, housing choices. They can offer accommodation for people with affordability issues such as youth, older adults and new immigrants. They can also provide additional income for young couples looking to buy their first home or older adults wanting to stay in their neighbourhood.
The City of Mississauga is developing a Made-in-Mississauga strategy that includes second units, as well as other housing initiatives to meet our City’s needs. Public consultation sessions are planned for early 2012 to discuss how to meet the provincial requirements in a way that works in Mississauga.
Watch for more information on the City’s website at www.mississauga.ca or contact by e-mail at Housing.Choices@mississauga.ca
Leash-Free Area in Etobicoke's Marie Curtis Park.
A leash-free area is now open on the west side of Marie Curtis Park.
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