SUMMER 2012 - Brampton

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Mayor’s Message

Our city matters.

Brampton’s cultural, political and thought leaders aren’t limited to city hall. In fact, our reputation for community engagement helps us maintain a solid foundation to deliver services that matter to you.

We listen to you to ensure your Council works together to meet the priorities of Brampton residents and businesses. Brampton is ready to embark on the next phase of city-building, with a focus on engaging Brampton’s diverse and vibrant communities as a foundation. In fall 2012, we will take the next step to build our Strategic Plan for our City for the next 20 years.

We need your input to develop clearly defined objectives about how we deliver public services, create communities, and foster business excellence. Our Strategic Plan will reflect what Brampton’s residents, businesses and other groups tell us throughout the community engagement process.

Brampton has a strong sense of community, and Brampton families and businesses have always demonstrated a strong desire to express their opinions. That’s why we want to hear from all of you this fall about your vision for our city. We want our Strategic Plan to be a true reflection of our collective priorities in Brampton. Together we will deliver a Strategic Plan that celebrates our heritage, embraces our diversity, and sets our community on a course for continued success.

Our city is growing.

Our official population is now 523,911 – a 20.8% increase over 2006, and the third largest net increase in population among Canada’s largest cities. Brampton is now the ninth largest city in Canada. It is the fourth largest city in Ontario, and the third largest in the GTA.

Our mandate as a high-growth municipality drives Council’s priorities. We strive to balance spending and limit tax increases. Most significant among the City’s 2012 commitments are the continued expansion of public transit service and the opening of new recreation and library facilities in the Bram East and Mount Pleasant communities.

Our city is alive.

From corporate initiatives and transit improvements, to cultural events and creative programming, Brampton is booming. “City Matters” shows you what’s going on – both at City Hall and in your neighbourhood.

Have a fantastic summer.

Susan Fennell, Mayor, City of Brampton

City Matters is published quarterly by the City of Brampton

New for 2012, the Summer issue is a magazine-style format, distributed to all city residents and businesses by Canada Post. This publication replaces the biannual Ward Report. The Fall, Winter and Spring issues of City Matters are e-newsletters. Sign up at www.brampton.ca.

Produced by: City of Brampton Corporate Communications T 905.874.3604 TTY 905.874.2130 2 Wellington St., W., Brampton ON L6Y 4R2 [email protected]

ContentsCreative Economy Summit 1

Brampton Gateway Terminal 2

Extra Züm in Brampton 2

Züm Along Steeles this Fall 2

Brampton Transit By the Numbers 3

Swift, Speedy, Prompt… PRESTO! 3

ID Your Pet 3

Leash-free Areas 3

Southwest Quadrant Renewal 4

What is Light Rail Transit? 5

Bram East Library and Community Centre 6

Second Units in Brampton 6

New Home for BDDC 6

Our “Green” Greens 7

Junior Golf League 7

Alderlea 7

Take a City Tour 8

Clean Green Brampton 8

Emerald Ashborer 8

Feeling Hot, Hot, Hot 8

Games Countdown 8

Parking Downtown 8

Events 9

Contacts 9

Follow the Mayor on and

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In February 2012, Brampton’s first Creative Economy Summit was held. More than 290 attendees came together for the all-day event at the Rose Theatre Brampton. Participants included residents, local business leaders, members of Brampton City Council, educators and students, arts professionals, along with attendees from across Ontario and Quebec.

Keynote speakers Jian Ghomeshi and Tim Jones did not disappoint, providing insight and ideas to foster a creative economy in Brampton. Success stories profiling local businesses, including Jade’s Hip Hop Academy and IT Weapons, were a source of celebration and inspiration.

The role of youth in developing the next generation workforce was front and centre throughout the day. Students and staff from Brampton’s Fletcher’s Meadow Secondary School shared their forward-thinking efforts in the creative economy through a presentation and panel discussion. As well, the performing arts and technical skills of the students from Sheridan College were highlighted.

Results from the interactive survey and the advice from speakers collected during the Summit will help shape the direction of the City’s HACE™ initiative (Heritage, Arts, Culture, Entertainment). HACE™ is a five-year plan to pursue and promote the development of a creative economy in Brampton.

In 1999, the Brampton Arts Council, in association with the City of Brampton Economic Development Office, the Brampton Board of Trade, the Brampton Downtown Business Association, the Brampton Heritage Board and the provincial Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport planned and launched the HACE™ program.

This community economic development plan focused on providing entrepreneurs with programs and services in the “business of the arts”. Goals of the HACE™ program include collaboration, business investment attraction, small business development, attracting visitors, friends and relatives, and place branding.

The Summit was presented by the City of Brampton, the Brampton Arts Council, Brampton Library, Brampton Downtown Development Corporation and Sheridan College Institute of Technology and Advanced Learning.

Creative Economy Summit Sets the Pace for HACE™

Vision: By 2016 the creative economy, through heritage, arts, culture and

entertainment (HACE™) industries, is a leading contributor to

the economic vitality and image of Downtown Brampton as the

creative centre of the city.

JOIN THE BRAMPTON CREATIVE NETWORK

Visit the EDO pages www.brampton.ca

@BramptonEcoDev and comment at #HACEcr8v

Watch our video at www.youtube.com/BramptonEcoDev

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Brampton Gateway Terminal at Shoppers WorldIn October 2011, the City of Brampton started construction on a new transit terminal at Shoppers World. This facility is an important part of the development of the City’s public transit system, especially the Züm service. The new terminal will be at the northwest corner of Main Street and Steeles Avenue and will replace the existing one at Shoppers World. The new terminal is expected to be complete in fall 2012.

Customized passenger amenitiesThe new terminal will include a customer information centre, washrooms, enclosed waiting areas, PRESTO equipment, and digital displays with real-time information. The covered platform will have about 17 bus bays, including seven on-street bays (along Main Street and Steeles Avenue). The bus bays will be connected to the main terminal building by a covered walkway. There will also be a storage area for bikes, street lighting improvements and new landscaping.

Transit priority measures help keep things movingSimilar to the Bramalea Terminal (which opened in fall 2010 adjacent to the Bramalea City Centre), the new terminal will feature a number of transit priority measures. These include a transit-only, left turning lane from Steeles Avenue into the terminal, and a transit-only lane exiting the terminal onto Main Street. Transit priority measures help move buses in and out of the terminal faster, while minimizing impacts to vehicular traffic.

Extra Züm in BramptonThis spring, a 60-foot bus will hit our city streets, as Brampton Transit operators begin driver training. Called “articulated buses”, 20 of these will be added to the Brampton Transit fleet in 2012. These buses feature an accordion-style link between two vehicle platforms and can carry about 40 per cent more passengers than our regular 40-foot buses. The larger buses will travel on all Züm corridors to assist with the city’s growing transit demand. Service on the new buses is expected by the fall.

Züm Along Steeles this FallZüm buses will be running along Steeles Avenue this fall; from the new Brampton Gateway Terminal at Shoppers World to the Humber College North Campus in Toronto. This will be the third Züm line launched by Brampton Transit in three years.

Züm is Brampton Transit’s Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) service. It is part of Brampton’s response to the need for improved transportation options in Canada’s fourth-fastest growing city. Züm works seamlessly with Brampton Transit’s conventional buses to offer reliable, all-day service with limited stops and advanced customer service technologies to ensure riders arrive at their destinations on time, hassle-free and at no extra charge.

Starting in 2014, Züm service will be introduced on Bovaird Drive and west along Queen Street and Steeles Avenue.

Our new articulated Züm buses will look much different than the training buses you’ll see on the street.

www.bramptontransit.com

Find us on and @ BTZum

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Swift, Speedy, Prompt… PRESTO!Using a PRESTO card is the easiest and cheapest way to travel on Brampton Transit. Load money (called e-purse) or a pass for a week or a month directly onto the card and never worry about losing tickets, passes or transfers – it’s all stored on the card. All it takes is the tap of a PRESTO card when boarding the bus… and presto, your fare is paid!

PRESTO cards are re-loadable, and can be purchased at any Brampton Transit terminal or facility, and online at www.prestocard.ca. Customers who register their cards also benefit. If your card is lost or stolen, it can be replaced, and the balance transferred to a new card.

Brampton Transit By the Numbers

In the last decade, a growing population and the City’s commitment to provide a quality transit system have

meant more riders and an increased demand for transit services in Brampton.

4% 2010 national average for annual transit growth

18% increase in Brampton Transit ridership between 2010 and 2011

16.3 million number of Brampton Transit riders in 2011

21% amount Brampton’s population grew from 2006 to 2011

61% amount Brampton Transit’s ridership grew from 2006 to 2011

20 number of 60-foot buses to be added to the transit fleet in 2012

22,842 number of PRESTO cards sold in Brampton from May 2011 to April 2012

ID Your PetAll pets, including those kept indoors, should be properly identified and registered. If lost, identification tags will help them return home quickly and safely. Licences are required under City by-law. For more information, contact Brampton Animal Services at 311 or visit www.brampton.ca/animalservices.

Leash-free AreasThe City of Brampton has three designated leash-free areas where dogs can run off leash.

Leash-free Areas

Chris Gibson Park: behind the Chris Gibson Recreation Centre (McLaughlin Road North and Flowertown Avenue)

White Spruce Park: south of Esker Lake School at White Spruce Park (north of Bovaird Drive and south of Sandalwood Parkway)

Bramalea Community Park: east of Hwy 410 (north of Williams Parkway)

Later in 2012, a new leash-free area will open in Duggan Park (Vodden Street East and Centre Street North). Watch for details, including notice of a public information session, on www.brampton.ca

Leash-free Area Rules

• Pit bull type dogs are not permitted • Dogs with a known history of dangerous

behaviour or aggression are prohibited • No puppies under four months old• Dogs must be licensed and vaccinated• Animals must be spayed or neutered• Dogs must wear a collar with identification

at all times• Owner should carry a leash at all times • Do not leave dogs unattended • Limit of three dogs per person, per visit• Owner must clean up after their pet • For their safety, children under 10 years of age are

not allowed in the leash-free area

Licensing Fees

Dogs $20 annually $39 lifetime with microchip

Cats $10 lifetime

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Southwest Quadrant RenewalThe Southwest Quadrant Renewal Plan is a mixed-use development featuring new administrative, parking and retail space in the heart of downtown Brampton.

Construction UpdateThe Southwest Quadrant Renewal project is on schedule. The buildings at 41 George St. and 33 Queen St. W. have been completely demolished and work is underway on the next phase of construction – shoring and excavation. During this phase, the site is being prepared for construction of the new building.

Soil removal This phase of the project began in May and should be complete at the end of August. During excavation, approximately 70,000 cubic meters of soil and rock will be removed – that’s enough soil to fill 1,094 backyard swimming pools! When complete, there will be a hole 45 to 75 feet deep to accommodate the five floors of underground parking planned for the site.

George Street is open for business The businesses along George and Queen Streets remain open. Parking is available at the City Hall parking garage (and remember – the first hour of parking is free).

Next phase of constructionIn the fall of 2012, the new building will start to take shape. Concrete will be poured to form the five-level underground parking garage, and then the walls and floors of the nine-story building will be formed.

Visit www.brampton.ca for more details about this exciting project.

Heritage Theatre BlockThe Heritage Theatre Block, next to the Rose Theatre and Market Square, acts as a northern gateway to Downtown Brampton. This unique site is part of the revitalization of the downtown. Of particular interest is the Heritage Theatre, which could help enhance the viability and attractiveness of the city’s downtown core.

ERA Architects was hired to develop a business plan and advised there are opportunities for mixed-programming and multiple tenants in the block. Council wants to hear views from the public on the potential for restoring this block. In particular, how the City could recognize the heritage features of these buildings, and how the City could move forward.

To share your views, visit www.brampton.ca.

Compact, Walkable and Focused on TransitA new type of urban transit village in Brampton

Mount Pleasant Village is a whole new kind of suburban community – a transit-oriented urban village. Built around the Mount Pleasant GO station on the rail line connecting Toronto with Kitchener, it features a mix of live-work units, townhouses, semis and single-family homes. The Village is fully walkable, with all residents living within five minutes of the GO train and transit station.

At the heart of Mount Pleasant is the Village Square, a focal point that helps define the neighbourhood and fosters a strong sense of community pride. It brings together public transit, retail and commercial businesses, public gathering spaces, an integrated cultural amenity centre (including a library and community spaces in the restored CPR station), and a middle school. A skating rink converts into a water feature in the summer to create a central, active attraction for the community all year.

Mount Pleasant is demonstrating Brampton’s goal for smarter, livable, more sustainable growth. This relatively new community is already being recognized as an innovative urban development. At the 2011 Building Industry and Land Development (BILD) Awards, it was named “Low Rise Project of the Year” and “Best New Home Design” for a semi or townhome over 1,500 square feet. In June 2012, the City was presented with Heritage Canada Foundation’s “National Achievement Award” for the reconstruction of the CPR station in Mount Pleasant Village.

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Hurontario/Main Street Light Rail TransitResidents invited to participate in preliminary design phase of project

As one of Canada’s fastest-growing municipalities, the delivery of efficient public transit services is a key priority for the City of Brampton. With Brampton Transit ridership growing by a staggering 18 per cent in 2011 compared to 2010 (more than tripling the national average of five per cent for the first six months of 2011), it’s obvious that transit plays an increasingly important role in the daily lives of residents.

To ensure the City can continue to deliver efficient transit services to support a growing population, the City undertook a joint Master Plan with the City of Mississauga to investigate rapid transit along the Hurontario-Main Street corridor.

Completed in 2011, the Master Plan sets out the broad vision for development along the corridor – that of a modern, vibrant and sustainable corridor stretching from Downtown Brampton to the lakeshore in Port Credit, Mississauga. The Master Plan also concluded the public wanted an “easy, reliable, frequent, comfortable and convenient rapid transit service throughout the corridor.” Light Rail Transit (LRT) was identified as the best transit option to support the vision and complement existing transit services.

In December 2011, the cities entered into the Preliminary Design and Transit Project Assessment Process (TPAP) phase to proceed with the requirements to accommodate LRT. This phase is expected to take two years to complete. The preliminary design/TPAP phase will help determine alternative designs, potential impacts and mitigation, and further refine plans based on public input and technical considerations.

We need your inputPublic consultation is critical during this phase to ensure the final design solution is the right system for our community. The cities will soon host several Public Information Centres at key decision points during the project. The public is encouraged to attend these meetings to learn more about the project, and provide feedback at key decision points.

For more information, visit www.hurontario-main.ca.

What is Light Rail Transit?Light Rail Transit is a transportation system based on electrically-powered trains. They are designed to be easy, reliable, frequent, comfortable and convenient.

Benefits include:• Electrically powered – clean and green, no emissions at street level• Predictable journey times• Possible dedicated lanes• Smooth, comfortable and quiet• Fully accessible – low floor boarding with easy access• High capacity

Approved Master Plan Corridor Map

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Second Units in BramptonIn 2010, the provincial Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing released its long-term affordable housing strategy. As part of the strategy, Bill 140: Strong Communities through Affordable Housing Act, 2011 came into effect January 1, 2012.

Bill 140 requires Ontario municipalities to amend their official plans and zoning by-laws to allow second units in detached, semi-detached and townhouses, or as accessory units.

The City of Brampton is now reviewing its planning policies to determine what standards or zoning provisions should apply to second units (i.e. unit size, parking requirements, access). Bill 140 does not mean that existing illegal second units now become legal, nor does it allow for the construction of new units until the City finalizes its second unit policy.

Five public consultation sessions were held in June, which presented a proposed approach to second units in Brampton, and received input on the Second Units Policy Review. The input collected from these sessions is an important consideration for drafting the City’s policy on second units.

The policy will require that second units comply with the Building Code, Fire Code and property standards, preserve and maintain the character of Brampton neighbourhoods, and do not compromise City services and infrastructure.

Later this year, staff will report back to Council with draft amendments to the City’s Official Plan, Zoning By-law and (if necessary) Licensing By-law, before proceeding with a statutory public meeting, targeted for late 2012.

New Home for BDDCThe Brampton Downtown Development Corporation (BDDC) has relocated to 76/78 Main St. N. – in the heart of our downtown.

The main floor of the new location features a state-of-the-art presentation centre. The centre features digital displays, including wall mounted television screens for presentations, and seating for up to 50

people. The presentation centre is available to members for meetings, and will be used for functions hosted by the BDDC. Offices for BDDC staff are located on the second floor.

The facade of the building has been updated to create a clean, modern street presence. The BDDC staff is thrilled to be operating out of a location that connects them at street level, making them fully accessible to their membership.

For a tour of the new location or information about the BDDC, contact Sudan Cashin, BDDC Corporate Assistant at 905.874.2936 or visit www.bramptondowntown.com.

Bram East Library and Community Centre

We look forward to inviting residents to the grand opening celebration in fall 2012. Until then, visit www.brampton.ca for project updates.

Construction of the new Bram East Library and Community Centre is well underway. The building’s foundations, steelwork and roof are complete. The construction of exterior walls and installation of mechanical and electrical systems are currently underway.

At the corner of Castlemore Road and The Gore Road, the centre will provide much-needed services to the growing community in northeast Brampton. Design work is underway for a cricket facility at this site.

The scope of the project currently under construction is a 71,000 square foot building to include:• 36,000 square foot community centre• 35,000 square foot library• gymnasium with bleacher seating and changing rooms• fitness room and fit zone area• program spaces providing flexibility of size and use• outdoor amenities including a reading garden, basketball courts and

accessible playground

What is a second unit? Second units are self-contained residential units with kitchen and bathroom facilities within dwellings or within structures accessory to dwellings (i.e. above laneway garages). They may also be referred to as accessory or basement apartments, secondary units/suites, two-unit housing, “granny flats” and in-law flat

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Junior Golf League

11 am – 1 pm Tuesdays in July and August

Registration 10:30 am Ages 13-17

All junior golfers will receive one round of

golf, hot dog, pop and a chance to win great

weekly prizes!

www.brampton.ca

905.874.2995

AlderleaA Downtown Gem

Built in 1867, during the height of the Victorian era, the Alderlea property is one of the most significant cultural heritage resources in the city, and one of the finest examples of Italianate villa architecture in Ontario.

Back in 2008, City Council approved funding to restore and rebuild Alderlea. The decision was made to create a unique meeting place to be enjoyed and appreciated by the entire community.

Construction began in April 2010 with the demolition of the two-storey Legion addition built in 1948. A heritage architectural firm was hired to create a design for Alderlea that would see the existing heritage structure restored and a new addition built onto the south side of the building.

Significant construction work has been done over the past several months, including exterior wood restoration, interior plaster work, and construction of a new passenger elevator that will make Alderlea fully compliant with accessibility standards.

This phase of the project is expected to be completed by October, and then work for phase three will begin. This last phase of the project will extend into 2013 and will include landscaping, a new vestibule on the west entrance, and restoration of the second floor. Once all construction is complete, a grand re-opening ceremony will be held.

For more information on the restoration and adaptive reuse plans for Alderlea, visit www.brampton.ca.

A Walk Through TimeLooking to discover a whole different side of your city this summer?

Take the self-guided Downtown Heritage Walking Tour.

The beautifully illustrated guidebook provides amazing archival images, walking directions and detailed information on historically important

sites like Alderlea, the Dominion Building and Carnegie Library.

Download a guidebook at www.brampton.ca, pick one up at City Hall, or call 311 for more information.

Our “Green” GreensIn the heart of our city lies a beautiful wildlife sanctuary, impeccably manicured gardens and a challenging public golf course. And they are all in one place.

Peel Village Golf Club was the first municipal golf course to become fully certified under the Audubon Co-operative Sanctuary System in 1998. The Audubon International certification is an ongoing recognition of the course’s eco-friendly management. Re-certified every two years, Peel Village continues to uphold the highest environmental standards. Through programs to conserve water, minimize pesticide use, support habitat for local wildlife species and conserve bio-diversity, the City’s golf course is a leader in implementing sustainable practices.

The course is built on a 67-acre flood plain surrounding the Etobicoke Creek. Remarkably, the creek water tests cleaner when it leaves the course boundaries than when it enters. This achievement is the result of careful watercourse management within the golf course, along with all the other complementary environmental initiatives.

The 36-par, nine-hole golf course totals 3,104 yards. A mix of tree-lined dog-legs and water hazards, the course is characterized by the difficulty of the course’s signature hole: a par 5 featuring a double dog-leg carved through the trees. Course amenities include club rentals, a clubhouse, practice green and small pro shop.

Pay-as-you-play rates, seniors rates and junior rates are available. Learn to golf or improve your swing at Brampton’s golf clinics for youth, adults, and “mini-golfers” (ages 8-10). The club is also available for tournament bookings.

Peel Village Golf Club is centrally located at 29A Hartford Trail, near Steeles Avenue and Kennedy Road. The course is expected to be open until mid-November, weather permitting. For a sneak peek, check out the course virtual tour online at www.brampton.ca.

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New to Brampton?Take a City Tour!

A bus tour is a great way to meet people and learn more about your new city. The newcomer floral tour celebrates Brampton’s history as the “Flower City of Canada.” Tours are free, open to all ages, and start and end at the Chinguacousy Library branch.

All tours are from 10 am to 1 pm:• Wednesday, August 15• Thursday, August 16• Wednesday, August 22• Thursday, August 23

Registration begins July 16. Visit www.brampton.ca and click on “Multilingual Services” at the bottom of the page.

Clean Green BramptonThis year’s Spring Cleanup in Brampton boasted more than 80,000 participants from across the city. Individuals, schools, businesses and community groups volunteered their time and energy to pick up litter and make Brampton a cleaner and greener place. Thanks to everyone who participated in this annual event!

While Brampton Clean City hosts the official Spring and Harvest Cleanup events in April and October, you can make a difference all year. Some ideas:• Take a small garbage bag with you on a hike,

and pick up any litter along the trail• Bust a litterbug – if you see someone litter,

politely ask them to pick up their trash• Take advantage of recycling and

composting programs• Try not to purchase products with

excessive packaging• Take Brampton Transit or your bike• Plant a tree

Clean City offers Park and Trail Stewardship programs for youth throughout the spring, summer and fall. These organized cleanups are a great opportunity for young people, age 13-18, to earn volunteer hours, make new friends and have a positive impact on the environment.

Emerald Ash BorerEmerald Ash Borer (EAB) is an invasive species of beetle that feeds exclusively on ash trees. The larvae burrow under the bark to feed, causing extensive damage that leads to the death of the tree within a few years. Native to eastern Asia, EAB was first discovered in North America in 2002. In 2008, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) confirmed the presence of EAB in Brampton and neighbouring municipalities.

Currently, the infestation is most visible on the east side of the city (primarily Wards 7 and 8), but there are affected trees throughout Brampton. The City is exploring methods to reduce the loss of trees. The City’s Urban Forestry division is closely monitoring the spread of EAB in Brampton, and making plans for the removal and replacement of dying trees. Residents in areas affected by EAB will be contacted before any trees are removed.

The City’s website will be updated with information as it becomes available. For general information about EAB, visit www.inspection.gc.ca.

Feeling Hot, Hot, Hot

During a Heat Alert

keep coolstay hydrated

check on your neighbours

For the past two summers, heat alerts and extreme heat alerts have been issued in Brampton.

During a sustained heat alert, the City opens “Cooling Centres” where all Brampton residents can relax, receive bottled water and other health information while they cool off.

Cooling Centres are located at: South Fletcher’s Sportsplex, Cassie Campbell Community Centre, Century Gardens Recreation Centre, Earnscliffe Recreation Centre, and City Hall. Pools, splash pads, and recreation centres also extend hours during a heat alert.

Games CountdownThe Ontario 55+ Summer Games are coming to Brampton August 14-16, 2012. Anticipation is building as the City prepares to welcome more than 1,300 participants from across the province. Ontario residents

55 years of age or older will compete in 18 different events, involving both mental and physical challenges.

Be a part of the Games in Brampton! Become an ambassador for your city as an event volunteer, get your business involved as a sponsor or cheer for our province’s top competitors as a spectator at select events.

An initiative of the Government of Ontario, the Ontario 55+ Summer Games is a joint partnership between the City of Brampton, the Ontario Senior Games Association, Sport Alliance Ontario, Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport, and the Brampton Senior Citizens Council.

For more information: www.ontario55plussummergames.com

Pay and DisplayParking Downtown

Pay and display machines help control on-street parking. Drivers park within a designated zone, use the pay station, and display a time-stamped ticket on their dashboard. Sixteen of these machines are now in use along Main Street North. The City will convert the remaining downtown parking metres to the pay and display system.

Streets in the 2012 program: Thomas Street (Church to Market) Market Street (Church to Main) Main Street South (Queen to Wellington) Queen Street (Chapel / Theatre Lane to Elizabeth)

Streets in the 2014 program: Mill Street (Queen to Wellington) John Street (Main to Mary) George Street (Wellington to Nelson) Nelson Street West (Main to west of George) Elizabeth Street (Queen to Railroad) Wilson Avenue (Queen to cemetery entrance)

Pick up your copy at City Hall, Brampton Public Libraries, Enforcement Services at 485 Chrysler Drive (southeast corner at Williams Parkway), or call 311 and ask to have one mailed to you. Download a copy at www.brampton.ca.

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Municipal ResponsibilitiesCity of Brampton www.brampton.ca

By-laws, Building Permits, Crossing Guards, Economic Development, Fire and Emergency Services, Libraries, Licensing, Local Roads, Parks and Recreation, Planning, Small Business Enterprise Centre, Snow Removal, Taxation, Traffic, Transit, Zoning

Regional ResponsibilitiesRegion of Peel www.brampton.ca

Homes for the Aged, Human Services, Non-Profit Housing, Paramedics, Planning, Police, Public Health, Regional Roads, Sewers, Taxation, Waste Management, Water

Provincial ResponsibilitiesConsumer Protection, Education, Health and Welfare, Employment Environment Standards, Human Rights, Transportation (Highways), Water Resources, Workplace and Insurance

Members of Provincial Parliament

Vic Dhillon MPP, Brampton West 905.796.8669 [email protected]

Linda Jeffrey MPP, Brampton Springdale 905.495.8030 [email protected]

Jagmeet Singh MPP, Bramalea/Gore/Malton 905-799-3939 [email protected]

Amrit Mangat MPP, Mississauga/Brampton South 905.696.0367 [email protected]

Federal ResponsibilitiesAgriculture, Commerce, Defence, Energy, Mines and Resources, Employment Insurance, Environment, External Affairs, Finance, Health and Welfare, Immigration, Indian Affairs, Industry and Trade, Labour, Manpower, Passports, Post Office, Taxation, Transport (Air and Rail)

Members of Federal Parliament

Kyle Seeback MP, Brampton West 905.846.0076 [email protected]

Parm Gill MP, Brampton/Springdale 905.840.0505 [email protected]

Bal Gosal MP, Bramalea/Gore/Malton 905.790.9211 [email protected]

Eve Adams MP, Mississauga/Brampton South 905.625.1201 [email protected]

School Trustees

Peel District School Board

David Green (Wards 1, 3) 905.495.4579

Suzanne Nurse (Wards 2, 6) 905.495.3423

Steve Kavanagh (Wards 4, 5) 905.457.3132

Beryl Ford (Wards 7, 8) 905.793.0800

Harinder K. Malhi (Wards 9, 10) 416.659.0813

French Language Board/Public

Christine Guindy 416.614.0844

Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board

Anna da Silva (Wards 1, 3, 4) 416.706.5679

Linda Zanella (Wards 2, 5, 6) 416.579.0126

Scott McLauchlan (Wards 7, 8, 9, 10) 416.659.5635

French Language Board/Separate

Anne Burke Gauthier 905.791.8895

EVENTS

Brampton Farmers’ Market Saturdays, June 16 – October 6, 7 am – 1 pm Downtown Brampton

JULYFlower City Summer Festival (concerts, movies, theatre) July and August www.rosetheatre.ca

Carabram: Brampton’s Multicultural Festival * 30th Anniversary! July 13 – 15 www.carabram.org

AUGUSTArt of Jazz: Global Jazz and Blues Festival * August 9 – 12 Rose Theatre, Garden Square

Regional FireFit Challenge August 11 – 12 South Fletcher’s Sportsplex

2012 Ontario 55+ Summer Games August 14 – 16 www.ontario55plussummergames.com

SEPTEMBER - NOVEMBERBrampton Day September 22 Downtown Brampton

Harvest Cleanup October

The Great Pumpkin Party November 1 Garden Square

Remembrance Day Parade November 4, 11 am – noon Chinguacousy Park November 11, 11 am – 1 pm Ken Whillans Square

* Community-led event financially supported by

the City of Brampton.

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Elaine Moore Regional Councillor

Wards 1 & 5 [email protected]

905.874.2601

Grant Gibson City Councillor Wards 1 & 5

[email protected] 905.874.2605

Paul Palleschi Regional Councillor

Wards 2 & 6 [email protected]

905.874.2661

John Hutton City Councillor Wards 2 & 6

[email protected] 905.874.2606

John Sanderson Regional Councillor

Wards 3 & 4 [email protected]

905.874.2634

Bob Callahan City Councillor Wards 3 & 4

[email protected] 905.874.2603

Sandra Hames Regional Councillor

Wards 7 & 8 [email protected]

905.874.2611

Gael Miles Regional Councillor

Wards 7 & 8 [email protected]

905.874.2671

John Sprovieri Regional Councillor

Wards 9 & 10 [email protected]

905.874.2610

Vicky Dhillon City Councillor Wards 9 & 10

[email protected] 905.874.2609

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