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July 2021
Foxey News
ANNOUNCEMENT
Administration is attempting to renew a Municipal
Newsletter to keep our community in the loop. There
are many aspects to the Municipality and we will start
this first issue with news from various departments.
A special thank you to Jane for giving us a little mes-
sage to peak our interest to search for another way to
get information out there.
I am hoping this will help our community to acquire in-
formation in a more accessible way.
Kind Regards,
Carrie Lewis, CAO/Clerk-Treasurer
STAFF CHANGES AT THE MUNICIPALITY
The Municipality of Gordon/Barrie Island says goodbye
to Melanie Chatwell. After 13 years with us, Melanie has
decided to retire and enjoy our community from anoth-
er perspective. Council and Staff will miss Melanie very
much; and I am sure the taxpayers will too.
The Municipality would like you to join us in welcoming
a new Deputy Clerk-Treasurer. Connor Woestenenk
started his new position April 1st, 2021. Connor will be
taking courses related to Municipal government and he
welcomes the opportunity to learn and get familiar with
the people in the community.
ROADS DEPARTMENT
The Municipal Public Works the Municipality’s needs. We
Department is a flurry with are hoping to add that to our
activity. They are laying fleet in August 2021. The
down gravel in the Barrie Is- Roads Department will be
land area. Road Resurfacing completing a large project to
will be happening in August . replace the culvert/bridge on
and Council have approved Golf Course Road summer of
the purchase of a grader. 2021. Detours may have to
Council and Staff have been be made. Sorry for the in-
working hard to find an eco- convenience.
nomical option that will suit
“New (to us) Grader planned for Gordon/Barrie Island summer of 2021!”
CHANGES AT THE TRANSFER STATION TRANSFER STATION
Please ensure you have a Transfer Station Tag
to identify you are from the Town of Gore Bay The Transfer Station is jointly used by Gore Bay
or the Municipality of Gordon/Barrie Island.
and Gordon/Barrie Island Residents. It is admin-
Thank you for your patience and cooperation
with staff on site. istered by the Town of Gore Bay. Periodically,
TRANSFER STATION HOURS: changes happen with the companies that haul recy-
Winter : (September 16– June 14) clables from the site.
Wednesday 12—5:30 pm You will notice there have been some changes at
the Transfer Site. We have put in place Transfer
Saturday 9 am– 1 pm station tags to identify the users and ensure they
SUMMER: (June 15 – September 15) are from the Town of Gore Bay or the Municipality
of Gordon/Barrie Island. The costs associated with
Monday 8am – 3 pm
this service are incorporated into the two commu-
Wednesday 11 am – 7 pm nities budgets on a cost sharing format based on
Saturday 9am – 1 pm usage.
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WE ARE HERE
FOR YOU.
Many people forget
that the Council of
the Municipality
have established by-
laws for the commu-
nity to help keep it
safe or to follow Zon-
ing By-Law issues.
Most By-Law items
that we address in
our community are
Zoning and Municipal By-Laws are there to help complaint driven.
MUNICIPAL BY-LAWS PLEASE SHOW
Update from the By-Law Enforcement Officer YOUR RESPECT
DID YOU KNOW… A building permit is required for any structure over 108 sq. ft.
Once a building permit is issued it is valid for 2 years from date of issue. Permit can be
FOR STAFF WHO
renewed after 2 years for a yearly fee of $150.00. Building without a valid building ARE ONLY DO-
permit results in a penalty fee of $500.00.
DID YOU KNOW… Every property entrance requires a 911 number. Please call the
ING THEIR JOB.
office today to register a 911 number to your property, the fee is $50.00, and the Mu-
nicipality installs it.
DID YOU KNOW…The Municipality’s Zoning By-Law states, “An accessory building
of any size is not allowed prior to a permitted dwelling on the property.”
DID YOU KNOW…No person shall use, maintain, or locate any trailer within the
municipality for more than 30 days in any year on a vacant property. See By-Law#2010
-22
Reminder the 66’ shoreline allowance is the property of the Municipality, not the prop-
erty owner. No work is to be done on shoreline allowances without approval from the
Municipality.
We want to keep all dog’s safe in our municipality, so please register and purchase your
dog tag at the municipal office as per By-Law #2020-05.
Your co-operation in abiding by Municipal By-Laws is greatly appreciated. Please be
aware there are fines associated with being in non-compliance of our by-laws. If you Terri Lynn Leighton
have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact me. Terri Lynn Leighton,
Email: bylawofficer@gordonbarrieisland.ca By-Law Enforcement Officer
705-282-2702
Have a complaint? Please do not hesitate to contact the municipal office. We are here bylawofficer@gordonbarrieisland.ca
to help!
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BUDGET AND
FINANCE NOTES
TAXATION
Council met at the Fi- tures future is sustaina-
Council increased tax
rates by 2.5%
nance meeting to review ble in the Municipality.
tax rates and set a 2021
This is not the in-
Budget. Careful consid-
crease to the Munici-
pal Levy, just tax
eration is put into this
rates. process and Staff and
Council research and
apply any funding that
is available to projects
that may be necessary to
ensure our infrastruc-
TAXATION
The Municipality of Gordon/Barrie Island send property
tax bills out once a year in June and taxes are due on
September 1st, 2021.
COUNCIL MEETINGS
Council meetings are public and are held the 1st
Tuesday of each month. When a holiday falls on
the first Tuesday often Council will change the
meeting date to the second Tuesday on the month.
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MESSAGE FROM THE REEVE
The Municipality of Gordon/Barrie Island is pleased to present a Community
Safety and Well-Being Plan. This plan was a collaborative effort between eight
Manitoulin Island communities. The priority was identified to work towards a
common goal of a safe living environment and the overall well-being of all our
residents and visitors.
Gordon/Barrie Island is committed to working with all resources available to
ensure the objectives of this plan are fulfilled. We understand that this will be
a working document that will require updating and will evolve with time.
The Municipality looks forward to future partnering projects with our neigh-
boring Municipal and First Nations Communities.
Lee Hayden
Reeve
“ Summer review for Fire Safety”
GORE BAY JOINT FIRE DEPARTMENT
Cottage Fire Safety – Tip Sheet
• Install smoke alarms on every storey and out- • Check with your municipality, or Ministry of
side all sleeping areas. It’s the law for all Ontar- Natural Resources to determine whether open
io homes, cottages, cabins and seasonal homes air burning is permitted before having a camp-
to have working smoke alarms on every storey fire or burning brush. If open burning is al-
and outside all sleeping areas. lowed, fires should be built on bare soil or on
• Test smoke alarms at least monthly or each time exposed rock. Remove leaves and twigs from
you return to the cottage. Pack a new smoke around the fire to keep it from spreading.
alarm and extra smoke alarm batteries in case
they need replacement. • Always keep a bucket of water, sand, or even a
• Install and ensure carbon monoxide alarms in shovel close by and supervise the fire at all
your cottage if it has a fuel-burning appliance. times.
• Develop and practice a home fire escape plan to
ensure everyone knows what to do if the smoke • If you must smoke, do so outside. Keep a large
alarm sounds. can with water nearby so cigarette butts can be
• Call 911 in case of fire and be sure to know safely discarded. If you drink, do so responsibly.
your cottage’s civic number in case of emergen- Tobacco use and excessive alcohol consumption
cy. are contributing factors in many fires and can
• Clean barbecues before using them. Keep an lead to serious injuries.
eye on lit barbecues and ensure all combusti-
bles, as well as children and pets are kept well • Burn candles in sturdy candleholders that will
away from them. Fires can happen when barbe- not tip and are covered with a glass shade. When
cues are left unattended.
• Keep barbecue lighters and matches out of sight
and reach of children.
• Remember to bring a flashlight with extra bat-
teries.
• Check heating appliances and chimneys before
using them.
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MESSAGE FROM THE CULTURE AND REC-
REATION COMMITTEE
Janet Head Lighthouse is now open for tours!
Hours of operation:
Wednesday - 1- 4 pm
Thursday - 1 - 4pm
Friday - 1 - 4 pm
We look forward to seeing you!
COMING SOON!
The Municipality will be putting information out there on
Facebook for our new Treasure Hunt!
Fun for all ages!
Gore Bay Union Public Library
Municipality of Gordon/Barrie Island
15 Water St. Gore Bay
29 Noble Sideroad
Phone: 705-282-2221
P.O. Box 680
gorebayunionpubliclibrary.ca
Hours: Gore Bay, ON P0P 1H0
Monday 2 – 5 pm 705-282-2702
Tuesday 2 – 5 pm Office Hours: Monday- Thursday
Thursday 2 – 8 pm 8:30am-4:30 pm
Friday 10am – 1pm & 2 – 5 pm www.gordonbarrieisland.ca
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