Earth Day Event Draws a Crowd
By Leslie Bilcox The Sustainability Committee is thrilled with the overwhelming success of this year’s Earth Day event. The community’s engagement exceeded our expectations, and we had an exceptional turnout. The interest in the rain barrel and tree purchase programs demonstrated a strong and growing community appetite for practical sustainability initiatives. These programs reflect…
Thank you for the Lovely Send-off
I would like to thank my Board of Directors for the lovely retirement party and gift at the party at the legion. I appreciate all the work you did to make it the best day. To the new property manager, staff and especially my family, friends and tenants, you are the best. Thank you…
Making Emergency Calls During a Power Outage
One of the most disconcerting features of the most recent ice storm was the feeling of isolation as access to communication networks on which we rely were cut off. Neither land lines nor cellphones seemed to provide a reliable connection to emergency services, making some of our vulnerable residents feeling at risk. Why did…
Inaugural Easter Brunch a Huge Success
The skies brightened and the temperature spiked last Saturday to usher in the first Easter Hunt and Brunch hosted by the Millbrook Business Improvement area supported by sponsors Mitchel’s Cake and Dessert Co. and Millbrook Christian Assembly. Participation in the event was free, but because it was new, organizers asked for participants to register…
Temporary Pickleball Courts on Whittington Drive Approved
On April 7th, Council approved a temporary commercial recreation use for the property located at2097 Whittington Drive in Cavan Monaghan. The facility is an attractive commercial facility with tenants including Fairway Golf which offers golf simulator experiences, transport services including Canpar and Loomis. The three year agreement may be extended for an addition three…
Energy Consumption Report Sheds Light on Municipal Energy Use
Since the establishment of the Municipal Sustainability Committee, Township staff have worked with Enbridge Gas and Hydro One to obtain energy use of Township buildings as well as general community energy used data to understand current consumption levels and get an idea of where they are headed. Staff determined that it would be helpful…