Yearly Archives: 2012

Active Forms of Transportation – Public Input Session November 1st

The City of Peterborough has several by-laws that regulate active forms of transportation such as cycling, skateboarding and in-line skating. These by-laws are due for administrative updates, and because the City has received requests from user groups for changes to them, the following by-laws are now under review:

 Chapter 729 of the Municipal Code (requirement for a bike license)

  • By-Law 09-164 – A By-Law to Prohibit Vehicles on Public Lands or Property in the City of Peterborough
  • By-Law 91-71 Traffic By-Law

 Staff have conducted research to learn what is being done in other municipalities. At this stage in the review, staff would like to hear from citizens what their concerns are related to the existing by-laws and what solutions they favour.

A public input session is scheduled for Thursday, November 1 from 5:00-8:00 p.m. at the Simcoe Street Transit Terminal, 190 Simcoe Street.

All information and the survey that will be at the public input session are also available on the City of Peterborough Website at www.peterborough.ca/transportation.

If you have any questions regarding the by-law review, or would like be added to the by-law review mailing list, contact Susan Sauvé at 705.742.7777 Ext. 1485 or .

 

Used Battery Collection Program

The Township of Douro-Dummer is pleased to announce a new program in partnership with the County of Peterborough. The Township Office will now be accepting used batteries for collection. If you have any used batteries, please bring them to the office and they will be disposed of properly.

Please remember to never throw batteries in the garbage or in your recycling box. Batteries must be disposed of properly!

Regional Local Food – Business Retention and Expansion – Results & Recommendations

The first of its kind; the Regional Local food BR&E project crossed several jurisdictions and included partnerships both entrenched and introductory. The project offered participants a unique opportunity to explore relationships between:

  • local government,
  • non-government organizations,
  • local food businesses, and
  • stakeholders in the local food movement

The recommendations developed by each community can help Local Food Producers, Processors and Retailers find new markets and identify opportunities to increase revenue. 

Spark Change – Connections Energy Summit

Connections Energy Symposium

Track 2: PLACES

A unique opportunity to learn and discuss with Ontario’s energy leader and thinkers. Join LAS at the 2012 Connections Energy Symposium as we explore the foundations of Ontario’s energy sector in concurrent track 2: PLACES

Plenary: The Ontario Power Authority presents the 2012 Community Conservation Awards.

The Community Conservation Awards (CCA) recognize municipalities for their energy-saving initiatives and for promoting a culture of conservation throughout their communities. The award highlights efforts in: Conservation Leadership, Innovation and Market Transformation, Corporate/Internal and Community Engagement and Conservation Achievements/Savings.

Date: December 6, 2012

Location: Sheraton Toronto Airport Hotel & Conference Centre 801 Dixon Road

Hotel reservations: Please call Sheraton Reservations at 1.800.325-3535 quoting code AML06A. The room rate is $143 per night for a traditional room.

Space is limited at the Connections Energy Symposium. Last year was a record sell out – don’t miss out get your registration in today. Look for more details on Track 3: Assets and Resources on our site in additional mailings shortly.

Register online at www.las.on.ca