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Westport Waste Water Treatment Plant – Update

I want to provide an update on the issues that have arisen regarding the amount of sand required to build the new waste water filter bed. We were originally told to order 77,000 tonnes of sand. On October 5, AECOM identified that an additional 33,000 tonnes of sand were necessary to finish the construction of the new filtration system.  On October 23, AECOM identified that another 15,000 tonnes were required.

Tackaberry has been a solid partner on this construction.  They have stepped up to the plate on both occasions in October to produce the requisitioned sand and to have it all delivered on site by next week.  Mr Tackaberry also kept the price of the additional sand at the same price of the original 77,000 tons, which was purchased in 2016.

In regard to how this sand will be paid for, the Village will make another application to the bank to cover the additional amount.  We are waiting a few more weeks until the full amount is documented.  I will keep you informed.

Council met this morning so that Councillors could be briefed on the latest request for sand.  There are many complex issues involved when a contract does not unfold smoothly for which contractual legal advice has been obtained by the CAO and I. Councillors needed to be briefed on the contractual advice provided by the lawyers and that portion of the meeting was held in-camera, which is permitted in law. Over the next couple of weeks, there will be other meetings in relation to the contract. When there is legal advice from our lawyer to discuss, these meetings will be held in-camera.

I realize this might be frustrating to a few people.  Please understand that Council is working on your behalf and committed to achieving the best outcome for the municipality.

Call if you have any questions – 273-9195

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LE BOAT will be on the Rideau next May 24 – this is an advertisement in New Zealand

Swap your wheels for the water and discover the Rideau Canal in Canada on a self-drive canal boat

24 Oct, 2017 5:00am

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The Rideau Canal is the oldest continuously-operated canal system in North America. Photo / Supplied

Explore off the beaten track with Ontario’s Le Boat

Cruise effortlessly on a chain of beautiful lakes, rivers and canals between the capital city of Canada, Ottawa to the enchanting city of Kingston, the gateway to Lake Ontario and the St Lawrence River.

Our Canadian boating holidays are the perfect way to discover the beauty of the Rideau Canal. One of the greatest engineering feats of the 19th century, the Rideau Canal is the oldest continuously-operated canal system in North America.

Travelling this attractive waterway, you’ll be able to unwind and take in the spectacular nature, picturesque towns and lively cities of this Unesco World Heritage Site as it winds its way over the 202kms.

For “foodies”, The Rideau Canal region will not disappoint and is easily accessible from Toronto. Spoil yourself at the Perth Brewery, with its first quenching selection of beers where you can try its maple flavoured ale for a true taste of Canada. What is more satisfying than water lapping gently on the lakeshore? Wine gently lapping against the side of a glass maybe?

Experience the satisfaction of both, and pamper yourself with a wine-tasting and tour, followed by a lake view lunch at the Scheuermann Vineyard and Winery in Westport. Sometimes smelly things in life can be sophisticated. So head to the Forfar Cheese Factory, the oldest in Ontario, and sample some delicious local varieties.

Be the judge of this friendly competition between Westport’s Vanilla Beans and Merrickville’s Downtowne Ice Cream Shoppe, and choose who has the best ice cream on the canal. Discover a panoramic view of Kingston from the roof top restaurant of the historic Fort Henry and take in the spectacular architecture of this gorgeous and vibrant city

Le Boat offers modern, fully equipped self-drive boating holidays for all budgets and group sizes in ten different destinations in the UK, Europe and Canada. Best of all, no licence or prior experience is required. So the take helm, captain your very own boat and discover what Ontario has to offer.

FURTHER INFORMATION

Prices start from A$465pp* for a group of eight travelling for seven nights on a premier Horizon 4 (*subject to availability, terms & conditions).

For more information and to order the new 2018 Le Boat brochure visit leboat.com.au, call 0800 449 981 or visit your local travel agent.

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Save the Date – Wednesday, November 15, 2017 @ 7:45 am

The topic for the next BREAKFAST WITH THE MAYOR is:

The importance of Succession / Business Owner Planning: From growth to sudden/planned transition.  We have two or three speakers – including financial planner, accountant and lawyer – who will speak directly to the business owners about planning for your financial future.  Whether it is passing your business to your children, selling it to others or just closing the doors – there are many things that you should be thinking about now.

Everyone is invited.  We have tailored the presentation for business owners.

More information to follow….

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Westport’s Recipients of the Canada 150 medal

MP Gord Brown and MPP Steve Clark hosted a wonderful event at the Brockville Arts Centre on Wednesday, October 11, 2017 where they recognized 150 residents of Leeds & Grenville for their community leadership.  The award recipients were nominated by their Mayors, service clubs, non-profit organizations and family members.  The nominations, which came from all over Leeds & Grenville, were reviewed by a panel of judges, who selected 150 to receive a Canada 150 medallion which was designed by Gord and Steve.

Westport recipients were Bob Scott and Martha & Neil Kudrinko.  Congratulations from all of us in the Village who appreciate the efforts you put into making Westport the best place to live, work and play.

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The natural children’s playground is one huge step closer to being ready!

A work bee today (Sept 30) in Lockwood Park saw one huge hole in the ground, 60 cedar long logs,  sunny autumn weather and with the hard work of 9 amazing volunteers turn into the skeleton of our playground.  Next week the hole will be filled with stones and then the finishing touches can be done to the structure.  (So it is still a construction area!).

Many thanks to Paul Snider, Mark Snider, Heather Snider,  Ike Doornekamp, Peter Vanderschuit, Frank Huth,  Bob Popma, Dave Bylsma and Paul and Henry Millar.

 

 

 

 

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