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CITY OF SUDBURY
CGS NEWS - for the week of November 17, 2008
This Week’s Council Meeting
The next meeting of the Priorities Committee of Greater Sudbury City
Council will highlight the residents and activities of Ward 1. The
meeting will begin at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, November 19, at St. Francis
School, 691 Lilac Street, Sudbury. Council agendas are available online
at
http://agendasonline.greatersudbury.ca/
Interim Appointments in Growth & Development
With Doug Nadorozny now the City’s Acting Chief Administrative
Officer, Bill Lautenbach has been designated as the Acting General
Manager of Growth & Development. He will assume all departmental
responsibilities, except those related to the GSDC, which are being
covered by Helen Mulc. Helen and Bill will make sure the department and
Board objectives are moved forward without disruption while Doug covers
the interim position.
Rainbow Routes Association Annual General Meeting
Rainbow Routes Association is holding its Annual General Meeting on
Tuesday, November 18 at 7:00 p.m. in Room C-11 at Tom Davies Square. The
guest, Dr. William Crumplin from the Department of Geography at
Laurentian University, will be addressing “The Really Tough Divorce:
Leaving your Car.” For more information, contact Deb McIntosh at ext.
4603 or deb.mcintosh@sudbury.ca
Male Young Professional of the Year Award
Congratulations to Ray Mensour, who was awarded the Male Young
Professional of the Year Award! The award is presented annually by the
Young Professionals Association. The association recognizes the male and
female young professional of the year. The event is sponsored by Bell.
The Awards Gala was held on Friday November 7th at the Holiday Inn.
Picture Our Lakes Calendar
The 2009 Picture Our Lakes calendar is now on sale. Celebrating the
more than 300 lakes located within the City of Greater Sudbury and
showcasing the talents of local photographers, the calendar is available
at Artists on Elgin for a cost of $20.
More Holiday Gift Ideas
Healing the Landscape - the beautifully illustrated history of the
re-greening of Greater Sudbury - is available for $39.95 (plus tax) at
any Library or Citizen Service Centre. The 2009 Greater Sudbury
Firefighters calendar is available for $15 at the Van Horne or Lionel E.
Lalonde Centre fire stations.
NOEG's intensive Becoming an Investor-Ready
Entrepreneur Program is coming to Sudbury on
October 23rd . We need your help in
getting the word out to businesses who could benefit from this
program.
We respectfully ask if you could distribute to entrepreneurs and
business owners who might want to
attend. I've included the flyer
inside the email so it is easier to forward to others.
News Release
COUNCIL APPOINTS INTERIM CAO FOR CITY OF GREATER SUDBURY
Greater Sudbury Council approved the appointment of Doug Nadorozny as
the city's interim Chief Administrative Officer, during a special
meeting of Council held on Thursday, October 9, at Tom Davies Square.
Nadorozny will assume his appointment effective Monday, November 10, to
fill the position of current CAO Mark Mieto who announced his retirement
last month with 32 years in the municipal public service.
"I am very pleased with Council's choice of an interim CAO," said
Greater Sudbury Mayor John Rodriguez. "Doug has consistently
demonstrated strong leadership skills, an in-depth understanding of
community and regional issues, and an ability to effectively work with
all levels of government to achieve high standards of municipal program
and service delivery.
"We are particularly impressed with Doug's proven track record, both as
a highly successful businessman in the private sector and as the pilot
of our municipality's economic development strategy in public service,"
he continued. "Doug's skills and experience will greatly benefit our
community."
Members of the City's senior management team will continue in their
current roles: Catherine Matheson as General Manager of Community
Development, Greg Clausen, General Manager of Infrastructure, Patrick
Thomson, Director of Human Resources and Organizational Development,
Lorella Hayes, Chief Financial Officer / City Treasurer, and Caroline
Hallsworth, Executive Director of Administrative Services.
"I look forward to working with the Mayor, Council, members of the
senior management team and all employees of the City of Greater Sudbury
over the coming months," said Nadorozny. "I will be working closely with
Mark Mieto over the next few weeks to ensure that I am fully briefed and
prepared to lead the administration of our municipality."
Doug Nadorozny has been General Manager of Growth and Development for
the City of Greater Sudbury since December, 2004 and was previously
General Manager of Economic Development and Planning Services. The
Growth and Development portfolio covers a wide range of economic
development services, including economic strategy, building services,
planning, public transit and airport services, with an annual operating
budget of $38 million and more than 200 full-time employees.
Prior to starting his career in the public sector, Nadorozny was the
owner of AMS Group, a computer supplier and training centre, until they
were purchased by a publicly traded company in 1997. He was the
recipient of the Ontario Business Journal’s 1994 and 1995 Top 100
Entrepreneur Awards and a recipient of the Northern Ontario Business
1992 Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award. AMS Group was a 1994 and 1995
recipient of Profit Magazine’s Profit 100 Awards.
Mr. Nadorozny remains active in the community and has served on many
boards.. He is currently Chair of the Thorneloe University Board of
Governors and is a past Chair of the Greater Sudbury Chamber of
Commerce. He is a graduate of Laurentian University with a Master of
Business Administration.
Media Contact:
Eliza Bennett, Manager,
Corporate Communications and French Language Services,
674-4455, ext. 4507
Eliza Bennett
Manager/Gestionnaire
Corporate Communications and French-language Services
Communications corporatives et Services en français
City of Greater Sudbury/Ville du Grand Sudbury
(705) 674-4455 extension/poste 4507
(705) 673-3096 fax/télécopieur
eliza.bennett@greatersudbury.ca
For Immediate Release Thursday,
September 25, 2008.
CONSTRUCTION BEGINS ON KINGSWAY S CURVE SEPTEMBER 29
Motorists are advised to expect traffic delays on the Kingsway, starting
Monday, September 29. Major repairs to the Kingsway "S" curve, located
between the base of the Lloyd Street hill and Kitchener Avenue, will
reduce traffic to one lane in each direction.
Crews will repair or replace underground infrastructure, curbs and
sidewalks as needed. This section of road will also be milled and
resurfaced.
Work will continue through the remainder of this year's construction
season until the end of November. Final work will be completed in the
spring of 2009.
The City of Greater Sudbury recognizes this construction project will
result in significant traffic delays. To compress the construction
schedule, the contractor has been authorized to work 24 hours a day,
excluding Sundays.
Motorists are thanked for their patience during these necessary road
repairs.
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Media Contact:
Kevin Shaw, Director of Engineering Services,
City of Greater Sudbury, 674-4455, ext. 4338
Contact: Sheryl
Shelton Chris Daly
Hampton Brand Communications Daly Gray Public
Relations
(901)
374-6383 (703) 435-6293
HAMPTON® HOTELS OPENS 25TH HOTEL IN CANADA
HAMPTON INN BY HILTON SUDBURY MARKS BRAND’S
TWELFTH ENTRY INTO ONTARIO
BEVERLY HILLS, Calif., October 2, 2008—Hampton
Hotels (www.hampton.com), the international brand of nearly 1,600
mid-priced hotels, today announced the opening of its 25th
hotel in Canada, the 121-room Hampton Inn by Hilton™ Sudbury,
in Ontario. The hotel is owned by Darko Vranich and operated by Vrancor
Hospitality Corporation.
The five-story hotel, located at 2280 Regent
Street, is just minutes from a selection of restaurants, shopping, golf
and popular local attractions such as the Science North and Dynamic
Earth, two of Canada’s largest and most innovative science centers.
Hotel amenities include the Perfect Mix lobby, complimentary high-speed
wired and wireless internet access in all guest rooms and meeting
rooms, 24-hour business center, Suite Shop® convenience
store, indoor pool and fitness room, all backed by the 100% Hampton
Guarantee.
“Canada
remains a huge market for us as we continue to grow the Hampton by
Hilton brand internationally,” said Phil Cordell, senior vice president,
Hampton Brand Management
&
global head – focused service brands. “This property marks our twelfth
property in Ontario, our first in the Sudbury marketplace. We believe
tremendous growth opportunities remain in Canada and hope to build on
our portfolio within the next few years. We see additional
opportunities here in Ontario, as well as in Alberta and Nova Scotia.”
“Well established, trusted hotel brands like
Hampton by Hilton continue to expand in Canada due to a mixture of
consumer awareness and product and partner offerings, such as our Hilton
HHonors®* frequent guest rewards
program. The Hampton brand, with its complimentary hot breakfast,
signature bedding and competitive pricing, has been well received
throughout Canada.”
“Hampton by Hilton Hotels combine quality, service,
comfort and plenty of value-added extras, making us the brand of choice
in the marketplace today,” said Peter Nykilchuk, hotel general manager.
“Providing clean, quality, comfortable rooms and outstanding guest
service is a top priority for our hotel staff and why we are highly
competitive in our local markets.”
“We will continue to seek partnerships with
superior owners and operators, like Mr. Vranich and Vrancor Group, as we
pursue additional growth opportunities throughout Canada,” Cordell
added.
About Owner, Darko Vranich
Darko Vranich, President and CEO of
Vrancor Group also owns Vrancor Development Corporation and was
recognized as Developer of the Year 2005 by Hilton Hotels. He has opened
two Hilton Garden Inn hotels, two Hampton Inn by Hilton hotels and one
Homewood Suites by Hilton with another one opening later this year.
About Vrancor Hospitality Corporation
Burlington, Ontario based Vrancor
Hospitality Corporation is a multi-brand management company that
operates numerous award winning hotels. Vrancor currently has seven
Ontario hotels in its growing portfolio.
For more information about Vrancor
Group, please visit
vrancor.com.
About Hampton Hotels
Hampton Hotels is a part of Hilton
Hotels Corporation, a leading global hospitality company, with more than
3,000 hotels and 500,000 rooms in 74 countries and territories,
including 135,000 team members worldwide.
The company owns, manages or
franchises some of the best known and highly regarded hotel brands
including Hilton®, Conrad® Hotels & Resorts, Doubletree®, Embassy Suites
Hotels®, Hampton Inn®, Hampton Inn & Suites®, Hilton Garden Inn®, Hilton
Grand Vacations™, Homewood Suites by Hilton® and The Waldorf=Astoria
Collection™.
*Hilton HHonors® membership,
earning of Points & Miles®, and redemption of points are subject to
HHonors Terms and Conditions.
For more information about Hampton
Hotels, please visit
hampton.com.
THIS WEEK'S CGS NEWS - for the
week of July 7, 2008
If you are a supervisor of any employee who does not have access to
GroupWise, please print off a copy of this email and forward it to those
employees for their information.
Doors Open Greater Sudbury
Explore your city during Doors Open Greater Sudbury, a special 125
Anniversary event on July 18 and 19 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Citizens are
invited to tour 31 heritage sites in the community, free of charge.
Visit http://www.mysudbury.ca/
125 for locations and hours for each.
Volunteers wanted for Doors Open Greater Sudbury
Greater Sudbury Heritage Museums is seeking volunteers to assist with
Doors Open Greater Sudbury on July 18 and 19. For more information,
please contact Connie at
constance.rossi@greatersudbury.ca
Information Technology Newsletter
Read the latest on e-mail etiquette, Junk Mail handling tips, and
tricks for MS Word and Blackberry. Visit eLinks or click on this link
http://elinks.city.greatersudbury.on.ca/wcms/index.cfm?app=int_it_public&lang=en&secid=5739&typ
e=doc
CGS Ergonomic Assessment Initiative
ACCLAIM Ability Management Inc. have started their ergonomic
assessments and education sessions. All communications from ACCLAIM,
including appointments, will appear in your Junk Mail folder. Please
check on a regular basis. For more information about the CGS Ergonomic
Assessment Initiative, visit Wellness Initiatives on eLinks at
http://elinks.city.greatersudbury.on.ca
AKON in Concert
Tickets are still available to see AKON in concert at the Sudbury Arena
on Sunday, July 13. Doors open at 6 p.m. Tickets are $39.50 and $79.50
(GST included). Buy online, charge by phone at 671-3000 or visit the
Sudbury Arena Box Office.
Employee Feedback Survey
Thank you for your interest in the Employee Feedback Survey. A total of
1,642 employees, representing 60 per cent of the municipal workforce,
completed the survey. Full survey results are available on eLinks. Visit
http://elinks.city.greatersudbury.on.ca If you prefer a hard
copy of
the results, please ask your supervisor.
Community Projects
Learn more about the proposed Multi-use Recreational Complex and the
Performing Arts Centre on the City of Greater Sudbury web site. Go to:
www.greatersudbury.ca
Search: community projects
Learn more about Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
This issue of Healthy Living from our EAP provider offers insights into
the symptoms, proper diagnosis and treatment of Attention Deficit
Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in both adults and children. Learn to help
yourself or someone you know who has ADHD. Gain a deeper understanding
of the challenges those with the disorder face. You'll also find tips on
how to deal with ADHD. Visit
http://elinks.city.greatersudbury.on.ca/wcms/index.cfm?app=int_wellness&lang=en&secid=5615&typ
e=doc
Health Matters
This edition of Health Matters gives helpful tips on dealing with
allergies from home to garden. and even provides a great cake recipe
everyone can enjoy! Visit
http://elinks.city.greatersudbury.on.ca/wcms/index.cfm?app=int_wellness&lang=en&secid=5617&t
ype=doc
50-50 Draw
The winners of last week’s 50-50 draw in the amount of $102 were
Johanne Moreau and Linda Harnish. Every Friday, employees are invited to
dress casually to enter their name for our weekly 50-50 draw, in
exchange for a $2 donation to support local charities. Please contact
your Casual Days volunteers for information: Beth Autio, Lynn Fortin,
and Lynne Desbiens.
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For Immediate Release
Tuesday, June 10, 2008.
City's Outdoor Watering Bylaw Now In Effect
The City of Greater Sudbury advises citizens that lawn and garden
watering restrictions are in effect until the end of September.
This means that even numbered addresses may water on even days of the
month and odd numbered addresses may water on odd days of the month. The
outdoor watering bylaw applies both day and night.
City of Greater Sudbury bylaw enforcement officers will be monitoring
violations of the outdoor watering bylaw. First time violations could
result in a $300 ticket. Repeat violations could lead to charges under
the Provincial Offences Act and a fine of up to $5,000.
For more information about the municipal outdoor watering bylaw, please
call 3-1-1 for City services.
Media Contact:
Nick Benkovich, Director of Water/Wastewater Services,
City of Greater Sudbury, 674-4455, ext. 3643
Newsletter June
2008.pdf Memorandum
To: CARP Sudbury Chapter Members
From: CARP Sudbury Board
Date: 5/9/2008
Re: P.E.T. Scan Lobby
PLEASE SUPPORT OUR LOCAL CHAPTER IN ITS LOBBYING EFFORTS TO MAKE
P.E.T. SCANS AVAILABLE FOR ALL CITIZENS OF ONTARIO.
THE ONTARIO OMBUDSMAN OFFICE IS NOW LOOKING INTO THIS ISSUE, AND IS
REQUESTING PERSONAL STORIES ABOUT A PERSON, OR PERSONS, WHO ARE
SERIOUSLY DISADVANTAGED BECAUSE OF THE AVAILABILITY OF FREE P.E.T. SCANS
IN OUR PROVINCE.
IF YOU KNOW OF SOMEONE IN THIS POSITION, PLEASE CONTACT:
JOANE DE VARENNES
OFFICE OF ONTARIO OMBUDSMAN
BELL TRINITY SQUARE
483 BAY ST. 10th FLOOR
SOUTH TOWER
TORONTO, ON M5G 2C9
PHONE: 1-800-263-1830
FAX: 1-866-863-2560 (toll free)
Email: info@ombudsman.on.ca
SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL CARP CHAPTER
May 9, 2008
Invite May 22 Recreational Complex.pdf
Note from Advisory Panel for Recreatinal Complex.pdf
THIS WEEK'S CGS NEWS - for the week of March 24,
2008
Participants Wanted for Greater Sudbury 125th
Anniversary Party
The City is inviting members of the community to provide activities and
services for the 125th Anniversary Party on Saturday, June 7th, 2008.
The organizing committee would like to incorporate activities, musicians
and vendors into these celebrations. The party will take place at a
number of locations in downtown Sudbury, from noon until 8:00 p.m.
Interested citizens are asked to contact Cindi Briscoe via telephone at
674-4455 ext. 4400 or via e-mail at
cindi.briscoe@greatersudbury.ca
.
The deadline to confirm participation is Friday, April 18 at 4:30 p.m.
Northern Aboriginal Festival - April 5 and 6
The Northern Aboriginal Festival, part of the Greater Sudbury 125th
anniversary celebrations, will be holding its inaugural festival at the
Sudbury Arena on April 5 and 6, 2008. The festival will offer people of
all nations the experience of traditional Aboriginal culture. For more
> information about the festival, visit the City’s website at
http://www.greatersudbury.ca/pubapps/newsreleases/index.cfm?Release_id=2067&SR=1&DisplayYear=2008&DisplayCategory=&lang=en&criteria=
SudburyROCKS - Race, Run, or Walk for Diabetes
Race, Run or Walk your way to health by participating in the
SudburyROCKS on May 4th, 2008. A full marathon, half marathon, 10K, 5K
and a 1K kids and family event is being offered for walkers and runners
of all abilities. The early bird deadline is coming soon. Register by
April 15th to receive a discount on your registration fees. For more
> information, visit
www.sudburyrocksmarathon.com or
> jennifer.blouin@diabetes.ca.
Funding Applications Available For Lake Stewardship Assistance Program
Applications for funding from the Lake Stewardship Assistance Program
are now available. Administered by the Greater Sudbury Lake Improvement
Advisory Panel, this program helps volunteer groups initiate projects
that will improve the quality and environment of local lakes. Deadline
for applications is Friday, March 28, 2008 at 4:30 p.m. Up to $500 per
lake stewardship group is available. For more information, visit the
City’s website at
>
http://www.greatersudbury.ca/cms/index.cfm?app=div_lakewaterquality&lang=en&currID=7070&parID=696
For Immediate Release Tuesday, February 12, 2008.
SOUTH END ROCK TUNNEL OVER HALFWAY TO THE FINISH
An important milestone has been reached in the construction of the South
End Rock Tunnel, a $31.1 million infrastructure expansion that will add
6.5 kilometres to the city's existing network of sewage collection
tunnels.
On January 23, General Contractor McNally Construction achieved an
intersection of two tunnels, advancing from the southeast and northwest,
at a point near Caswell Drive. The joining marks a completed distance of
approximately 3,900 metres -- nearly 60 per cent of the way to the
project's final 6,496 metres.
"We are encouraged by the steady progress," said General Manager of
Infrastructure Services Greg Clausen. "The south end rock tunnel is the
largest municipal construction project since amalgamation. I am pleased
to report that work is proceeding on time and on budget."
The South End Rock Tunnel is scheduled to be complete by December 31,
2008. The expansion will provide additional capacity for future growth
in the south end of the community and it will mitigate environmental
concerns associated with limited sanitary sewer capacity. Once on line,
the sewage collection tunnel will eliminate the need for six existing
sewage lift stations.
Construction has been ongoing since August 2005 from a ramp near the
intersection of Regent Street and Old Burwash Road. A second underground
access point, immediately northwest of Timber Ridge Court off Regent
Street, was constructed in November, 2006.
Work is now proceeding on the remaining branches of the underground rock
tunnel, extending an additional 2,600 metres. The extensions are
southeast to the intersection of Green Avenue and Highway 69, east to
the intersection of Loach's Road and Oriole Drive, west along Bouchard
Street to the existing rock tunnel near Southview Drive and northeast to
Walford Road.
GCS Rock Tunnel Area Map (pdf)
Media Contact:
Ghislain Lamothe, Manager,
Corporate Communications & French Language Services,
City of Greater Sudbury, 674-4455, ext. 4507
PRESS RELEASE
Date: Saturday December 15th, 2007
Time: 6:00-9:00 PM
Where: Anderson Farm Museum
Regional Road 24
Lively, ON
What:
The Anderson Farm Site Committee along with the City of Greater Sudbury
would like to invite and welcome you to our First Annual Christmas Tree
Lighting and Community Caroling, at the Anderson Farm Museum, located in
Lively, this Saturday between 6:00-9:00 PM. You and your family are
encouraged to come out and share a visit with Santa in the stable; have
a hot coffee or hot chocolate and view a collection of toys from
Christmas past; sleigh rides; caroling and of course the lighting of the
Christmas Tree at around 7:00 pm.
For those people interested in sponsoring a light bulb in memory of an
loved one or in recognition of a family member, they can be purchased at
the Walden Home Hardware or Battistelli’s YIG
For further information you can contact Les Burford 692-5530 or Mary
Barr 692-7109.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, November 27, 2007
2007 Family Christmas Concert
All residents are invited to attend the 27th Annual City of Greater
Sudbury Family Christmas Concert, to be held at Tom Davies Square on
Sunday, December 2, 2006.
The concert begins at 1:30 p.m. and features the Swing Fever Octet and
Vocal Trio under the direction of Peter Schneider, with a special
performance by The Northern Echoes Choir.
Admission to the concert is free and light refreshments will be
provided. For more information, please contact the City of Greater
Sudbury at 674-4455, ext. 2426.
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Media Contact:
Alison Taylor
Communications Officer
City of Greater Sudbury
674-4455 ext. 2513
For Immediate Release Friday,
October 12, 2007.
CITY OF GREATER SUDBURY
TRAFFIC REPORT
The City of Greater Sudbury is committed to
preserving and enhancing municipal infrastructure. The following
projects will be updated on a weekly basis to inform motorists of
potential traffic delays or new traffic patterns. Citizens who have
questions or concerns related to municipal infrastructure are asked to
call 3-1-1 for City information.
New Projects:
Spanish River Road: Bridge rehabilitation will
close through access on Spanish River Road, west of Worthington Road.
Motorists are asked to follow posted detours. Work is expected to be
complete by the end of November.
Cedar Street, Sudbury: Cedar Street will close
to traffic between Durham and Elgin Streets on Saturday, October 20,
between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. for the launch of Graffiti Awareness Week.
Ongoing Projects:
Lourdes Street, Sudbury: Additional work to
replace a water main and related services has extended the Lourdes
Street project until mid-November. Lourdes Street is closed to through
traffic between St. Raphael Street and Van Horne Street. One lane
remains open for local access.
First and Third Avenues, Levack: Water main
replacements on First and Third Avenues in Levack have reduced traffic
to one lane. Scheduled completion has been extended to mid-October.
Lasalle Blvd. and Barrydowne Rd., Sudbury:
Motorists are advised of intermittent lane closures on Lasalle Boulevard
and Barrydowne Road from now until mid-October, for maintenance of
Greater Sudbury Hydro poles. To minimize delays, lane closures will be
in effect between 9 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. to avoid peak traffic periods.
Eastbound traffic will be reduced to one lane on Lasalle between Notre
Dame Avenue and Attlee Avenue. Southbound traffic will be reduced to one
lane on Barrydowne between Lasalle and the Kingsway.
Marcel Street, Sudbury: Major road
reconstruction, water main replacement and sanitary sewer improvements
have begun on Marcel Street, between Bouchard Street and Nesbitt Drive.
Marcel Street is closed to through traffic for construction. Access will
be maintained for residents and emergency vehicles. Work will continue
to the end of November. Final paving and site restoration will be
completed in the spring of 2008.
This Week's CGS News ...for the Week of Oct. 8,2007
Employee wellness fairs
During the month of October, the City is hosting employee wellness
fairs at seven City facilities to raise awareness about your health and
wellness. Upcoming fairs will be on Friday, October 12 at Tom Davies
Square, Monday, October 15 at Pioneer Manor, Wednesday, October 17 at
Howard Armstrong Community Centre and Thursday, October 18 at Dr. E.
Leclair Community Centre. Visit eLinks at
http://elinks.city.greatersudbury.on.ca/wcms/index.cfm?app=int_elinks&lang=en&currid=6446
to obtain the complete details.
Public Meeting Regarding Multi-Use Recreation Complex
he Recreational Complex Advisory Panel will hold a public meeting on
October 18 at 7pm in the Council Chamber. The purpose of the meeting is
to present the recommended components and programs of the Multi-use
Recreation Facility. These recommendations were developed in part using
information gathered at recent public consultation sessions. For more
information, visit the City’s website at
http://www.city.greatersudbury.on.ca/pubapps/newsreleases/index.cfm?Release_id=1947&lang=en&SR=1&DisplayYear=2007&DisplayCategory=&criteria=
YPA Friday Night Jazz Gala
Bell is proudly presenting the Young Professionals Association's Friday
Night Jazz Gala on Friday, November 9th at the Théâtre du
Nouvel-Ontario. It will be an evening of great entertainment with the
soothing jazz sounds of Tony Simpkin Trio. Great food ... great
company... all in a very unique venue. The YPA will also be selling the
2008 YPA membership at a discounted rate and accepting applications for
the annual Executive Committee term. For more information on the
upcoming event, please click on the following link:
http://www.ypasudbury.com/en/events/ or contact Elyse Rainville at
ext. 4631.
Weekly Traffic Report
Throughout the construction season, projects will be updated on a
weekly basis to inform motorists of potential traffic delays or new
traffic patterns. To view this week’s Traffic Report visit theCity’s
website at
http://www.greatersudbury.ca/cms/index.cfm?app=dept_ies&lang=en&currid=3089
Halloween Kid’s Party at the Main Public Library Branch
Kids are invited to bring in a decorated pumpkin and enter a contest
during a Halloween Kid’s Party. Prizes will be awarded for the
scariest, funniest, smallest, largest and most original pumpkin. One
pumpkin per child. For children aged 6 to 12. Event will be held on
Wednesday, October 24, from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m., at the Main Public Library,
74 MacKenzie Street.
Public Library’s Teen Advisory Group is hosting a Halloween movie
night
The Public Library’s Teen Advisory Group (TAG) is hosting a Halloween
movie night for teens in grade 9 to 12. “The Messengers” will be
presented at the Main Public Library, 74 MacKenzie Street, on Tuesday,
October 30 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. It’s free and refreshment will
be served. TAG meets monthly at the library. They advise the library on
teen issues and how to make the library “teen friendly. For more
information please contact Ginette Mallette at 673-1155, extension 205.
pat.mccauley@greatersudbury.ca
by 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, prior to the
desired week’s email.
Mysudbury Partner
Newsletter (pdf)
Civic
Awards Nomination Form(pdf)
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, June 18, 2007
Greater Sudbury Development Corporation announces three funding
initiatives
The Greater Sudbury Development Corporation (GSDC) recently agreed to
support NORCAT, the Downtown Sudbury Streetscape Project, and the
Sudbury 2007 International Mining and Environment Conference through
financial contributions valued at $428,500.
The Greater Sudbury Development Corporation, wholly funded by Greater
Sudbury City Council, is the economic development arm of the City.
Consisting of a 17-member board of directors, and supported by City
staff, the GSDC acts as a catalyst for economic development initiatives,
and supports the attraction, development and retention of business in
the community.
"I am very pleased that we were able to support these groups as they
proceed with economic development initiatives in Greater Sudbury," said
GSDC Chair Guy Labine. "It is through the work of groups such as these
that our economy continues to grow and thrive."
The GSDC is supporting the development of a research and innovation park
at the Northern Centre for Advanced Technology Inc. (NORCAT) through the
contribution of $400,000 spread over two fiscal years. This research and
innovation park, a multi-use building of approximately 40,000 square
feet, will provide space to small and medium enterprises. Targeting both
new and established businesses, the park will provide access to
specialized facilities, equipment and personnel, as well as the
opportunity to access industry best practices through networking and
services. The total project cost is between $6 million and $6.5 million.
The GSDC also approved a contribution of $23,500 to the Downtown Sudbury
Streetscape Project to assist with Phase II of the project, (site
amenity design specifications and costing). The Downtown Sudbury
Streetscape Project will help to develop and sustain the downtown as a
vibrant area of the city by preserving its historical built form,
promoting arts and culture, improving linkages to neighbourhoods and
amenities, integrating natural features, developing residential uses and
creating unique urban spaces through innovative design. The total cost
for Phase II of this project is estimated to be $94,000.
The third contribution is $5,000 to support the Sudbury 2007
International Mining and Environment Conference, to be held in Greater
Sudbury in October. Approximately 450 delegates from 14 countries will
participate in the conference, which focuses on mine rehabilitation and
environmental management. The estimated total project cost is $350,000.
Media Contacts:
Ghislain Lamothe
Manager of Corporate Communications and French-language Services
City of Greater Sudbury
674-4455, ext. 4507
Volunteer
Picnic Invitation (pdf)
GREATER SUDBURY PUBLIC LIBRARY presents:
Gardening Workshop:
Perennials and Shrubs for Beginners
All novice gardeners are invited to the Greater Sudbury Public Library
for a workshop on perennials and shrubs. The workshop will take place at
the New Sudbury Public Library, 1346 Lasalle Boulevard, Wednesday, May
30 at 7:00 p.m.
Come and learn the basics on the planting and maintaining of perennials
and shrubs from Tammy DeAmicis. Her presentation will include what to
plant and how to avoid common mistakes. Tammy will conclude the session
by answering your questions and addressing your concerns.
Whether you are brand new to the gardening game, or if you just want a
refresher course, join us at the New Sudbury Public Library for an
informative and fun workshop. The workshop is free and everyone is
welcome.
For more information or to reserve your seat, please call the New
Sudbury Library
at 521-1582
-30-
For more information, please contact:
Lise Larose
Adult, Senior and Client Education Programmer
Greater Sudbury Public Library, 673-1155, extension 225
lise.larose@greatersudbury.ca
Garson Mine hosts Garson Falconbridge CAN meeting
Submitted by Sandra Larsen - Chair Garson Falconbridge Community Action
Network
Monday night, the CVRD Inco’s Garson Mine hosted the April meeting of
the Garson Falconbridge Community Action Network (GFCAN). Dave Duncan,
Superintendent of the Mine - who has not missed a session - provided the
location in the Engineering Building.
The All Terrain Vehicle (ATV) Association provided guest speakers for
the meeting that evening. The two co-chairs of the Stewardship
Committee, Cory Smith and
Dave Bolton, highlighted the history of the ATV Association’s
development, explained a bylaw that is being written that will govern
how ATVs operate in the City of Greater Sudbury.
Once the meeting adjourned, the Garson and Falconbridge community
volunteers were given an in-depth, guided tour of the new ramp project.
The dozen citizens donned miners’ gear – the full complement - and
embarked on the underground tour seated in jeeps provided for the
occasion.
Once back on the surface, long time Garson resident Marilyn O’Connor
stated that she was in awe of the experience. Mrs. O’Connor said, “I’ve
lived here since the early 1960’s and heard about the miner’s role but
never thought that I would have a chance to see what they do first hand.
You have to see it to believe it! God bless the miners who work
underground.”
CVRD Inco employees of the Garson Mine have been supportive of the GFCAN
since the community group’s inception one- and-a- half years ago.
Recently, the Mine donated a used photocopier and office equipment for
the ongoing efforts of the group.
Miners also participated in the opening ceremonies of the walking trail
at the Garson Park.
The Garson Falconbridge Community Action Network has offered to
help CVRD Inco plan in the celebration next year of 100 years of ore
production at the Garson Mine. This marks 100 years of a culture of
business and community partnership.
Sudbury Chamber of Commerce Opinion on Constellation Report (pdf)
Listen to what we
heard, Share Your Ideas, Strengthen Our Community
The Community Solutions Team---A
Report by Floyd Laughren
In April 2006, Mayor David Courtemanche asked me to head up a team to
look into the reasons why so many people in the outlying communities of
the City of Greater Sudbury were so unhappy and to propose some
remedies. It was obvious to everyone that since amalgamation in 2001,
residents in the former area municipalities were feeling disenfranchised
and ignored by the decision makers in the new City of Greater Sudbury.
Alienation was so strong that over 11,000 people signed a petition
calling for a referendum on de-amalgamation.
I agreed to take on the task and recruited a team that has gender and
linguistic balance. The team consisted of one person from each of the
former area municipalities. Walden was most ably represented by Jack
Oatway of Worthington; he is a former educator and committed volunteer.
We held consultations in 20 communities in May, June and did we ever get
an earful. Many of the people who came to our public meetings were
actively supporting the de-amalgamation campaign, but they positively
took part in our discussions.
During the summer the team pulled together all the suggestions and then
in September we went back to six of the larger communities to share our
findings with the people and to make sure we had not missed any
important issues.
Not surprisingly, the complaints varied from poor road maintenance,
inadequate snow plowing, poor parks maintenance, the loss of local
impact on decision making and in general a sense that the new
amalgamated city simply did not service the former area municipalities
adequately. As well there was a sense that taxes had increased and
services had declined. On top of all that people felt that they did not
have adequate political representation on the new City Council.
In November and December the community Solutions Team held four evening
meetings with forty people to narrow down the number of issues and
determine the priorities for our final report to City Council which was
scheduled for January 10, 2007. Following those four evenings the team,
with wonderful support from Walden resident and city employee Ian Wood,
put together the draft of the report. He did an excellent job.
On January 10th, 2007 the Team appeared at the first City Council
meeting of 2007 and presented our report. It was well received and even
representatives of the de-amalgamation movement expressed satisfaction.
I hasten to add however that while we have done our job the most
important task is still ahead.-namely implementing the findings of the
report. City Council has expressed their support and intention to
implement the recommendations, but we will have to wait and see. The
difference between the report and its implementation is like the
differences between a menu and a meal. The Report of the Community
Solutions Team is available online at www.greatersudbury.ca . I hope you
will take the opportunity to have a look at it and to take note of our
recommendations to greatly expand the role of the Community Action
Networks. Our team sees them as the key to local empowerment of our
communities.
In Conclusion I would like to take this opportunity to thank the members
of the Community Solutions Team and as well all the people who came out
to our meetings. I wish the Walden Community Action Network all the
best- we often used it as an example of how the Community Action
Networks could function all over the City of Greater Sudbury. All the
best in 2007.
Click on the link below to view
the final report of The Greater Sudbury Solutions Team
Solutions Team Final Report
Ministry of Health and Long Term Care News Release
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