2007 Annual Report for Wiarton Wastewater

Public Notice of Special Meeting March 31 2008

Water & Sewer Rate Increase-Former Town of Wiarton

PUBLIC NOTICE OF
MEETINGS

The Council of the Corporation of the Town of South Bruce Peninsula is considering passing a
by-law on April 28, 2008 which would effectively increase the Water and Sewer rates within the
former Town of Wiarton by 3.00% effective May 1, 2008 for the billing on July 1, 2008.

A public meeting to consider this by-law will take place at the Council Meeting on April 28,
2008 prior to consideration being given to the bylaw.

Contact: Patrick J. Stock
Manager of Financial Services
Town of South Bruce Peninsula
E-Mail pstock@bmts.com
Phone 519-534-1400 x106
Fax 519-534-4862

www.southbrucepeninsula.com

Posted: March 26, 2008

About the Blank Documents

Several documents posted here on the Crier lately have contained only the article title with no text. This is not an error: The official town press releases were released only in a graphic-image format and therefore cannot be easily converted to a text format for rebroadcast here. If you are interested in reading the source document, you will have to locate it on the town website and read the scanned image copy there.

Public Notice of Special Meeting March 26, 2008

Request for Quotation No 08-07

Public Notice of Additional 2008 Budget Meeting

Request for Tender Contract 107094C

Request For Tender - Contract 107095C

TOWN OF SOUTH BRUCE PENINSULA

REQUEST FOR TENDER
for
Amabel Sauble
Water Treatment Plant

Contract No. 107095C

SEALED TENDERS, in envelopes clearly marked as to contents, will be received by:

Mr. Brad McRoberts, Manager of Public Works
Town of South Bruce Peninsula
Box 310
315 George Street
Wiarton, ON
N0H 2T0

up until 1:00 p.m., local time,

FRIDAY, MARCH 14, 2008

for the construction of the new Amabel Sauble Water Treatment Plant in the Sauble Beach area.

The tenders shall be accepted only from prequalified General Contractors, that will be permitted to use
prequalified electrical and mechanical subcontractors.

The work consists of the following major items:

$ Package Greensand Filtration Plant
$ Supply and installation of three (3) submersible raw water supply well pumps, two (2) vertical
turbine backwash pumps and three (3) vertical turbine high lift pumps
$ Cartridge filters and UV reactors
$ Chemical systems comprising of chlorination systems
$ Treatment plant building with approximate dimensions of 15 m x 17 m
$ Inground clearwater storage tank with capacity of approximately 670 m3, as well as inground filter
backwash waste treatment tank underneath the building
$ All associated civil, electrical and mechanical works including plant automation
$ Sheet piling for excavation

Each tender must be accompanied by a tender deposit in the form of a certified cheque or a Bid Bond payable to the
Town of South Bruce Peninsula, along with a signed Agreement to Bond for 100% Performance, 50% Labour and
Material Payment, and a Maintenance Bond.

Plans, Specifications and other Contract Documents may be obtained from the office of the undersigned Consulting
Engineer (call Loreen Miller, 519-376-7612, ext. 205, or e-mail, lemiller@hp.on.ca) by sending a cheque payable to
"Town of South Bruce Peninsula" for the sum of $225.00 including GST, which sum will not be refunded.

For the contractor's convenience and to establish first hand information of the subsurface soil conditions at the site, a
test hole shall be excavated at the proposed site of the building on Thursday, March 6, 2008 at 9:30 a.m.

Lowest or any Tender not necessarily accepted and is conditional upon acceptance by the Town of South Bruce
Peninsula.

Town of South Bruce Peninsula Henderson Paddon & Associates Limited
Box 310 945 Third Avenue East, Suite 212
315 George Street Owen Sound, Ontario
Wiarton, ON N4K 2K8
N0H 2T0 Tel: 519-376-7612, Ext. 236
Tel: (519)534-1400, Ext. 131 Fax: 519-376-8008
Mr. Brad McRoberts, Manager of Public Mr. Matt Prentice, P. Eng.
Works

Request for Comment - Strategic Plan

REQUEST FOR COMMENT ­
STRATEGIC PLAN
The Town of South Bruce Peninsula has recently undertaken to update its Strategic Plan. The
document now entitled Action Plan (2007) has been revised and is available for review at the
Town Hall or on the municipal website at www.southbrucepeninsula.com.

Residents and local organizations are encouraged review the document and provide comments to
the undersigned by April 18, 2008. Thank you in advance to all of those who provide comment,
your opinion is important to us.

Malcolm McIntosh, CAO
Town of South Bruce Peninsula
315 George Street
PO Box 310
Wiarton, Ontario N0H 2T0
519-534-1400 ext 122
1-866-534-1400
cao@southbrucepeninsula.com

Project Coordinator-County of Bruce

The Corporation of the County of Bruce
Requires a Project Coordinator for the
Lindsay Tract Trails Project

A system of multi-purpose trails will be developed and built in the Lindsay Tract Managed
Forest, near Miller Lake, Ontario. Under the direction of the Trail Manager, the Coordinator will
supervise 10 youths in the planning and construction of trails and associated amenities. The
successful candidate will also provide leadership and training to the participants to assist them in
achieving employment goals. The Coordinator must be physically fit and able to work in a
remote outdoor location in varying weather conditions. A valid driver's licence and reliable
transportation are required. This is a forty-five (45) week contract, with a rate of pay of $700 per
week.
Qualifications:
· Post-secondary education related to park/trails, plus hands on trail development
experience
· Experience in project management
· Some experience working with and supervising youth
· Excellent public relations skills
· Proficient with computers and relevant software
Assets
· Ontario Chainsaw Safety Certificate
· First Aid and CPR

Interested applicants should forward a covering letter and resume, clearly indicating how you
meet the position requirements, no later than Friday, March 14, 2008 to:
Mr. D. J. Harris
Director of Human Resources
Corporation of the County of Bruce
P.O. Box 70, 30 Park Street
Walkerton ON N0G 2V0

Applications may also be e-mailed to: employment@brucecounty.on.ca in Word or Adobe
format.

We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those candidates selected for an interview will
be contacted.

The Corporation of the County of Bruce is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Trail Workers (10)-County of Bruce

The Corporation of the County of Bruce
Requires Trail Workers (10) for the
Lindsay Tract Trail Development Project

The County of Bruce requires ten (10) Trail Workers for the Lindsay Tract Managed Forest
located north of Ferndale. Under the direction of the Project Coordinator, participants will plan
and construct trails and associated park amenities. The successful candidates must be physically
fit and able to work in remote outdoor conditions in varying weather conditions. Transportation
may be available from central locations on the peninsula.

Eligibility Requirements:
Must be between the ages of 15 and 30
Out of school
Not a recipient of Employment Insurance

This is a 40-week Government of Canada funded project located in the Ferndale, Miller Lake
area, with a weekly compensation of $284.00.

Interested applicants must apply by April 14, 2008 with a resume to the attention of Trails
Manager, P.O. Box 129, 578 Brown St. Wiarton, Ontario N0H 2T0. Resumes may also be faxed
to: (519) 534-1174 or E-mailed to abeumer@brucecounty.on.ca

This project is funded in part by the Government of Canada's Youth Employment Strategy

We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those candidates selected for an interview will
be contacted.

The Corporation of the County of Bruce is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The Earth Hour Challenge-March 29th

PRESS RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
MARCH 5, 2008

Are you afraid of the dark?
The Earth Hour Challenge
The Town of South Bruce Peninsula has recently decided to challenge surrounding
municipalities to see who is afraid of the dark, or rather who is in support of reducing green
house gas emissions.

An important global warming initiative ­ Earth Hour- will be taking place in Australia and
around the world on March 29, 2008.

At 8:00 p.m. on March 29, cities around the world will turn off their lights for one hour to show
that it's possible to take action against global warming.

Earth Hour, run by the World Wildlife Foundation aims at the power of individuals making a
difference. Last year nearly two million residents from Sydney, Australia participated in Earth
Hour and were able to achieve a reduction of 10.2 % in C02 emissions.

This year the Town is taking the initiative to become more earth friendly and would like to
encourage all residents and businesses to turn off their lights on March 29 at 8:00 p.m for one
hour. For more information about this program or to sign up individually please visit the website
www.earthhour.org

Tender - Surface Treatment/Granular A/Calcium

TOWN OF SOUTH BRUCE PENINSULA

TENDER

Sealed tenders clearly marked as to the contents will be received by the
undersigned until 11:00 am local time on MARCH 7, 2008.

Tenders must be submitted using the Town of South Bruce Peninsula forms and
envelopes for all items and may be obtained at the office of the undersigned.

Tender No. Description
08-05 Surface Treatment
08-04 Granular "A" Maintenance Gravel (Supply and Apply) (Three Year Contract)
08-03 Calcium Chloride for Dust Control and Road Stabilization (Three Year Contract)

Tenders will be opened publicly on March 7, 2008 at 11:00 am at the Town of
South Bruce Peninsula Municipal Office, 315 George Street, Wiarton, Ontario.

The lowest or any tender not necessarily accepted.

TOWN OF SOUTH BRUCE PENINSULA
Brad McRoberts, P.Eng., Manager of Public Works
PO Box 310, 315 George Street
Wiarton, ON N0H 2T0
(519) 534-1400 Ext 131
Contract 08-04

Granular "A" Maintenance Gravel
(Supply and Apply)
(Three Year Contract)

CONTRACT ADDENDUM NUMBER ONE

The Town of South Bruce Peninsula has extended the
tender acceptance date.

Tenders under this contract will be received by the
undersigned at the Town of South Bruce Peninsula, 315
George Street Wiarton until 11am on Monday March 10,
2008.

This extension is to facilitate a change in the tender to reflect
potential increases or decreases in fuel prices. A further
addendum will be issued which provides an updated fuel
surcharge clause.

Issued this 6th day of March, 2008.

Brad McRoberts, P.Eng.
Manager of Public Works
Town of South Bruce Peninsula
315 George Street, PO Box 310
Wiarton ON N0H 2T0
519-534-1400 ext 131
Contract 08-04

Granular "A" Maintenance Gravel
(Supply and Apply)
(Three Year Contract)

CONTRACT ADDENDUM NUMBER TWO

The Town of South Bruce Peninsula has issued an
addendum to the tender documents for the above mentioned
contract.

Page 2 of the tender form has been amended to reflect the
tender receiving date of Monday March 10, 2008 at 11:00
am.

Page 4 of the tender form has been amended to reflect the
change in the amount of deposit tender required.

Page 9 has been added to the tender document to address
the possibility of fuel costing increases over the course of the
contract.

Issued this 7th day of March, 2008.

Brad McRoberts, P.Eng.
Manager of Public Works
Town of South Bruce Peninsula
315 George Street, PO Box 310
Wiarton ON N0H 2T0
519-534-1400 ext 131

The Earth Hour Challenge-March 29th

PRESS RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
MARCH 5, 2008

Are you afraid of the dark?
The Earth Hour Challenge
The Town of South Bruce Peninsula has recently decided to challenge surrounding
municipalities to see who is afraid of the dark, or rather who is in support of reducing green
house gas emissions.

An important global warming initiative ­ Earth Hour- will be taking place in Australia and
around the world on March 29, 2008.

At 8:00 p.m. on March 29, cities around the world will turn off their lights for one hour to show
that it's possible to take action against global warming.

Earth Hour, run by the World Wildlife Foundation aims at the power of individuals making a
difference. Last year nearly two million residents from Sydney, Australia participated in Earth
Hour and were able to achieve a reduction of 10.2 % in C02 emissions.

This year the Town is taking the initiative to become more earth friendly and would like to
encourage all residents and businesses to turn off their lights on March 29 at 8:00 p.m for one
hour. For more information about this program or to sign up individually please visit the website
www.earthhour.org

Tender - Surface Treatment/Granular A/Calcium

TOWN OF SOUTH BRUCE PENINSULA

TENDER

Sealed tenders clearly marked as to the contents will be received by the
undersigned until 11:00 am local time on MARCH 7, 2008.

Tenders must be submitted using the Town of South Bruce Peninsula forms and
envelopes for all items and may be obtained at the office of the undersigned.

Tender No. Description
08-05 Surface Treatment
08-04 Granular "A" Maintenance Gravel (Supply and Apply) (Three Year Contract)
08-03 Calcium Chloride for Dust Control and Road Stabilization (Three Year Contract)

Tenders will be opened publicly on March 7, 2008 at 11:00 am at the Town of
South Bruce Peninsula Municipal Office, 315 George Street, Wiarton, Ontario.

The lowest or any tender not necessarily accepted.

TOWN OF SOUTH BRUCE PENINSULA
Brad McRoberts, P.Eng., Manager of Public Works
PO Box 310, 315 George Street
Wiarton, ON N0H 2T0
(519) 534-1400 Ext 131
Contract 08-04

Granular "A" Maintenance Gravel
(Supply and Apply)
(Three Year Contract)

CONTRACT ADDENDUM NUMBER ONE

The Town of South Bruce Peninsula has extended the
tender acceptance date.

Tenders under this contract will be received by the
undersigned at the Town of South Bruce Peninsula, 315
George Street Wiarton until 11am on Monday March 10,
2008.

This extension is to facilitate a change in the tender to reflect
potential increases or decreases in fuel prices. A further
addendum will be issued which provides an updated fuel
surcharge clause.

Issued this 6th day of March, 2008.

Brad McRoberts, P.Eng.
Manager of Public Works
Town of South Bruce Peninsula
315 George Street, PO Box 310
Wiarton ON N0H 2T0
519-534-1400 ext 131
Contract 08-04

Granular "A" Maintenance Gravel
(Supply and Apply)
(Three Year Contract)

CONTRACT ADDENDUM NUMBER TWO

The Town of South Bruce Peninsula has issued an
addendum to the tender documents for the above mentioned
contract.

Page 2 of the tender form has been amended to reflect the
tender receiving date of Monday March 10, 2008 at 11:00
am.

Page 4 of the tender form has been amended to reflect the
change in the amount of deposit tender required.

Page 9 has been added to the tender document to address
the possibility of fuel costing increases over the course of the
contract.

Issued this 7th day of March, 2008.

Brad McRoberts, P.Eng.
Manager of Public Works
Town of South Bruce Peninsula
315 George Street, PO Box 310
Wiarton ON N0H 2T0
519-534-1400 ext 131

Open House - Reconstruction of Bruce Road 8

COUNTY OF BRUCE AND THE TOWN OF SOUTH BRUCE PENINSULA

OPEN HOUSE
Reconstruction of Bruce Road 8 (Queen St. W., Hepworth)
From Highway 6 Intersection westerly to Legion Road
In the summer of 2008, the Bruce County Highways Dept and the Town of South Bruce
Peninsula are planning to reconstruct the road and storm sewers.

You are invited to an Open House:

Date: WEDNESDAY, MARCH 19, 2008

Time: 7:00 pm ­ 9:00 pm
Project Presentation 7:30 p.m.

Place: Hepworth Community Centre
465 Bruce Street, Hepworth.

For further information contact:

Mr. Brian Knox, County Engineer
County of Bruce Highways Department
30 Park Street
Walkerton, ON N0G 2V0
(519) 881-2400
1-877-681-1291 Ext. 4

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Public Meeting to discuss downtown revitalization

Public Meeting to discuss
downtown revitalization initiatives

March 18, 2008, 7:00pm - 9:30pm
Town Hall Council Chambers, Wiarton.

April 1, 2008 7:00pm - 9:30pm
Community Room, Sauble Community School, Sauble Beach