Town of Bracebridge Council Correspondence TO: COPY: FROM: Mayor G. Smith and Members of Town Council J. Sisson, Chief Administrative Officer Management Team Media L. McDonald, Director of Corporate Services/Clerk DATE: January 4, 2017 CIRCULATION: Item # Description SECTION A STAFF INFORMATION MEMOS: A1 Nil. SECTION B GENERAL CORRESPONDENCE: B1 B2 B3 B4 B5 B6 Correspondence from the District Municipality of Muskoka, dated December 21, 2016, regarding Notice of Open House Official Plan Review. Correspondence from Gary Nordeman, President, Ironwood Property Care, dated December 22, 2016, regarding request for exemption from the Town s existing bylaw regarding all terrain vehicles. Correspondence from Anna Long, Traffic Analyst, Ministry of Transport, dated December 23, 2016, regarding processing an Ontario Regulation to implement a 60 km/h speed zone on Highway 118. Correspondence from Heidi Granli, Mayor, Gol kommune, dated January 2, 2017, regarding thanks for the condolences on the passing of Kare Olav Solhjell. Correspondence from Gail Brescia, CFRE, Manager of Advancement, NOSM, regarding bursary summary report. Communication from The Village Square, dated January 2017 The Village Voice. Page 1.
HAPPY NEW YEAR January 2017 THE VILLAGE VOICE COMMUNITY EVENTS AT THE VILLAGE SQUARE 1198 VANKOUGHNET ROAD Bracebridge, P1L1X1 705-645-7548 Layout Audrey Ley: 705-646-1492 E-mail: villagevoice@hotmail.ca Vankoughnet Cup Saturday February 25, 2017 Location: The Village Square - 1198 Vankoughnet Road, Bracebridge On One day 3 on 3 Outdoor Hockey Tournament 3 Games Guaranteed Limited Space Register Early Contact: Mike Sturgeon 705 646-2755 mikesturgeon@rogers.com The Annual Christmas Dinner on Sat. Dec. 3, 2016 Was a great success, with 114 in attendance. We wish to thank everyone who volunteered with the food preparation, set-up and clean-up. Also, a thank you to Santa who took time out of his busy schedule to drop in and entertain the children. Last but not least, a Big Thank You to all who attended and for your generous donations. They are greatly appreciated. URGENT Volunteers needed to help with the Village Rink. Without your help, the rink won t be ready for the community to use. Help needed for shoveling, snow blowing, and flooding. If you can spare an hour or 2 contact Murray at 646-0866. Mother nature s help is not required.
LADIES QUILTING Everyone is Welcome at The Village Square Every Wed. 9:30 to 11:30 am for info Contact: Jackie Anderson at 705-645-5649 or Helen Thompson 705-645-4966 Calling All Ladies Come out to The Village Square at 9:00 am on the first Friday of each month to enjoy coffee with your friends & neighbours. YOGA at the Village Square Every Tuesday, 7:00 p.m. $5.00 per class with all proceeds to The Village Square. For further info. contact Gwen at: 705-645-5284 The walkers are taking a break until the return of more conducive walking weather Need more info.? Please call Carolyn at: 705-645-9767. Vankoughnet Photography Club Will meet at The Village Square Thurs. Jan. 12 th at 7:30 p.m. New members are always welcome. No experience necessary. Contact Fred at: 645-3310 or by email: fred@muskoka.com The first Pickleball season was very successful. League play will resume in the Spring. Hope to see everyone plus some new players. The doors of The Square are now closed. Keep your eyes posted for a tournament! Bid Euchre At the Village Square Jan. 18 th, 7:00 p.m. 'til 9:30 p.m. Cash Prizes and treats $5.00 per person. For more information, contact Carolyn at 705-645-9767 Progressive Euchre At the Village Square Friday Jan. 6 th 7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Refreshments and Prizes $5 per person for more info. Contact Hilda: 645-2939 Progressive Cribbage is cancelled For Jan. 4, 2017 We will meet again on Wed., Feb. 1 st. Come out for an evening of fun Light refreshments and prizes Contact Catherine at 705-645-3879 for further information
Our Deepest Sympathy goes out to Sean Kozar and family as Sean s Mother recently passed away. And to Wayne Williams and family as Wayne s wife, Judy, recently passed away. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families during this difficult time. From all your friends and neighbours. Go out to Russ Anderson as Russ has recently been in the hospital. Get well soon! From all your friends and neighbours. A Warm Welcome goes out to Stephanie McCooeye and children, Roarke and Sailor, who moved from Washago into the village. HP2400 Flatbed Scanner Gently Used $50.00 Call: James Schmidt 705-645-3879 or jschmidt@muskoka.com Ping Pong At the Village Square All ages are welcome! Wed. Jan. 11 th & Jan. 25 th 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Adults $2.00, Students No Charge. For more info, call or text Jeff at 705-205-3437 2015 Subaru Outback 2.5i \ Auto 126,000 km AWD, power everything, sunroof, heated seats, extra Blizzak WS80 snow tires on separate rims, Weathertech mats front and rear. $21,000.00 Call Sean or Lisa 705-646-0524 Muskoka's Best Cleaning Too tired and no time to clean? Let us do the work! Serving Cottages and Homes in The area since 2001. Great rates Call Cheryl 705-394-6621
Sweetwater Maple Syrup Supplies & Sugar bush Josh and Sherri Campbell 1447 Peterson Rd, Bracebridge 705-646-1081 or 705-205-1050 sales@sweetwatermaple.ca www.sweetwatermaple.ca Dealer for Maple Syrup Now Available At Northern Necessities Goodale s Snow Removal For a Free Quote Contact Adam at: 705-641-9981 Goodale_46@hotmail.com