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Airport Noise Update
At the April 19th CENAC meeting that was held at the GTAA offices, MP's Peter Fonseca, James Maloney and Borys Wrzesnewskyj along with me and many residents attended to voice their objections and concerns regarding the unacceptable operations of the north/south runways.
At this meeting Hillary Marshall from the GTAA did apologize to the community for the lack of communication along with the excessive noise and has confirmed that the increased noise impact to communities is due directly to the construction and that runways 05 and 23 are on schedule to be up and running to full capacity by May 16th. The GTAA has agreed to send out approximately 200,000 letters to affected communities outlining the phases of construction being done at the airport and to ensure communities are kept updated.
During this meeting I spoke on behalf of the residents of Ward 3 regarding the unacceptable use of the north/south runways and
the impact
to our community. I have requested a night time reprieve from 5pm-6:30am, there was no commitment from the GTAA but they have indicated they will review the request.
As many residents have indicated that there was suppose to be an agreement with the City and the GTAA regarding the use of the North/South runway, I am attaching 2 documents that the City has on file regarding this issue.
Unfortunately, this documentation shows that no such agreement was entered into between the City and the GTAA. It also advised that the City has no legal control over runway usage and that City Council is not entitled to enforce any of these requirements of its own accord.
The MP's have agreed to meet in May with the GTAA and are committed to requesting Health Canada conduct a study to ensure there are no health impacts to affected communities.
I am meeting again today with the GTAA and will be following up with them again next weeks regarding Phase II and III. I am also requesting written confirmation that the north/south runways not be used for departures and that any future use beyond the construction should be strictly for extreme weather situations only and under no circumstances an expansion of these runways.
In addition, on April 12th I sent the below email to the Representatives of GTAA and NavCan, Minister of Transport Marc Garneau, MP Peter Fonseca, MP Navdeep Bains and Mayor Bonnie Crombie.
I have received confirmation that Mayor Crombie will also write to the parties listed above to express her concerns on your behalf.
From: Chris Fonseca
Sent: 2017/04/12 2:23 PM
To: 'Marshall, Hillary'; howard.eng@gtaa.com; 'Connelly, Robyn'; 'kurtis.arnold@navcanada.ca'; 'Leslie.calhoun@navcanada.ca'; 'michelle.bishop@navcanada.ca'; peter.fonseca@parl.gc.ca; 'Navdeep.Bains@parl.gc.ca'; 'mintc@tc.gc.ca'
Cc: Mayor Bonnie Crombie
Subject: Construction at Pearson Airport
Good Afternoon All,
As Councillor of Ward 3, Mississauga and a Member of GTAA's Community Environment & Noise Advisory Committee (CENAC), I am writing on behalf of my residents, many of which reside along the flight path directly under 33L and 33R.
With respect to the construction of Runways 05 and 23, I had only received formal notification on March 31st when in fact, construction had already commenced on March 28th. This lack of communication did not afford me ample opportunity to provide my residents with due notice nor did the GTAA or NavCan directly communicate with the impacted communities.
The Construction Notice indicates, "airfield maintenance and construction that could lead to increased usage of certain runways". I have heard from numerous residents in the Rockwood, Fleetwood and Markland Woods neighbourhoods that are experiencing flights every minute of every day 24/7. This is an unacceptable impact on these communities. In particular, from 11pm to 3am with a short reprieve until 5:30am, then again from 5:30am to 6:30am. These neighbourhoods are inundated with flights at heights from 350' to 1000' with decibels reaching 77 every minute. This is not sustainable even during a construction period.
After meeting with a representative of the GTAA, I understand that they are now going to roll out a more comprehensive communications program. I respectfully request that this communication be mailed directly to impacted communities.
With respect, I do not believe other operational considerations have been reviewed fully, and I would ask that both the GTAA and NavCan provide a full explanation of the current operations. I respectfully urge the GTAA and NavCan to, at a minimum, implement an operation through the remainder of the construction period that considers the use of the north south runway in nighttime operations so that residents have some reprieve. I would also like an assurance from the GTAA and NavCan that this is not a trial for further airport expansion.
I encourage MP Peter Fonseca and Honourable MP Navdeep Bains to attend the next CENAC meeting on Wednesday, April 19th at 6pm, 3111 Convair Drive, Mississauga wherein I will speak to this matter on the Agenda.
I respectfully request an apology to the community as well as an amended construction plan to take the community's concerns into consideration.
GTAA - Register a Noise Complaint
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Council Passes Resolution to Support School Bus Safety Bill
City Council passed a resolution in support of Bill 94, Highway Traffic Amendment Act (School Bus Camera Systems), 2017. The resolution states that the City of Mississauga will work with the Ministry of Transportation and the Ministry of the Attorney General to help develop policy and regulations in support of Bill 94. For more information, view
Bill 94
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"The City of Mississauga is proud to be a leader in supporting technology that helps keep our citizens and streets safe," said Ward 3 Councillor Chris Fonseca. "This bill will assist school bus drivers if they need to report a dangerous and aggressive driver while on their route."
The resolution, brought forward by Councillor Fonseca, supports the City's commitment to road traffic and pedestrian safety.
Councillor Fonseca is a member of the Traffic Safety Council, an advisory committee of Council that makes recommendations designed to protect students from the dangers of vehicular traffic.
Bill 94
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2017 Civice Recognition Awards
Do you know someone who volunteers on a board, or for a local festival or food bank? Maybe you know someone who has excelled at sports or in the arts.
Nominations close on Friday, April 28, 2017 and you can find the criteria and nomination forms on the link below.
Civic Recognition Program
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2017 Peel Renovates Program
The Region of Peel offers funding to eligible homeowners to cover the cost of home repairs, accessibility improvements and creation of second units.
There are two different types of funding available:
- Homeowner Renovation Assistance
- Second Unit Renovation Assistance
For full details please click on the link below:
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Region of Peel 2017 Road Maintenance
The Region of Peel's Road Operations and Maintenance program will being closing out winter activities in April and transition into spring cleanup activities.
Pothole repairs are ongoing and will continue throughout the spring with permanent road repairs made in the summer.
To keep updated or report a pothole go to:
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Hanlan Water Project Road Alert for Cawthra & Rathburn
Paving Work will commence April 24th, 2017 (weather permitting). For full details, click on the link below.
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2017-2018 SEASON TICKETS ARE ON SALE NOW!
2017 PLAYOFFS
Eastern Conference Final vs. Peterborough Petes
Game One - Thursday, April 20, 2017 - 7:05pm @ Peterborough
Game Two - Saturday, April 22, 2017 - 7:05pm @ Peterborough
Game Three - Monday, April 24, 2017 - 7:00pm @ Hershey Centre
Game Four - Wednesday, April 26, 2017 - 7:00pm @ Hershey Centre
Game Five - Thursday, April 27, 2017 - 7:05pm @ Peterborough
Game Six - Sunday, April 30, 2017 - 2:00pm @ Hershey Centre
Game Seven - Monday, May 1, 2017 - 7:05pm @ Peterborough
*If necessary
Tickets can be purchased in person at the Hershey Centre Box Office, or online by clicking here.
Buy Steelheads Playoff Tickets
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Call for Nominations
Nomination Deadline: Friday, April 28, 2017 - 5:00pm
For full details please click on the link below:
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Nominees - Phil Green Recognition Award
Do you know a keen cyclist who promotes cycling or active transportation in their local community or across our city? Mississauga's Cycling Advisory Committee (MCAC) is calling out to our community to nominate cycling advocates for the Phil Green Recognition Award.
The award is presented by the MCAC to a resident or group of residents who have promoted or furthered cycling or other forms of active transportation in the City of Mississauga in 2016.
Nomination deadline - Wednesday, May 31, 2017
(see nomination form for full eligibility rules)
Download a nomination form
online
Nominations can be sent by mail or email to addresses listed on the form
Nominations will be reviewed by the MCAC and the committee will select the winning candidate. The winner will receive the award at a City Council meeting.
For more information on the Phil Green Recognition Award click on the link below:
Mississauga Cycling Advisory Committee
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Upcoming Community Events
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Earth Day Events
Litter Awareness Blitz
Thursday, April 20, 2017
Partners: MiWay
Chat with our Transit Enforcement Officers and/or the MiWay Outreach Team about litter awareness at the following Transit Terminals: City Centre (8:30-9:30 a.m.), Meadowvale Town Centre (8:30-9:30 a.m.), South Common Centre (10-11 a.m.) and Westwood Mall (10-11 a.m.).
Kick Off your Garden Season: Getting your Garden Ready for Spring
Thursday, April 20, 2017: 4 - 6 p.m.
Iceland Teaching Garden
Partners: Ecosource
Not sure how to kick-start your gardening season? Join Ecosource's Gardens Team as they share tips and tricks for sustainable gardening at home and prepping your garden for success! We will be sharing knowledge, planting seedlings and celebrating spring! Email:
rsingh@ecosource.ca to register.
Downspout Disconnection and More
Thursday, April 20, 7 - 8:30 p.m.
Burnhamthorpe Community Centre
Partners: Toronto and Region Conservation (TRCA), Burnhamthorpe SNAP, Region of Peel
Disconnecting your downspout can help protect your home from flooding during storms. But why stop there? Discover the magic of landscaping with rainwater using rain barrels, rain chains and irrigation techniques. Pick up useful resources from the Region of Peel and City of Mississauga. Participants will receive a free copy of the Greening Your Grounds Homeowner's Guide. Register online at
trcastewardshipevents.ca.
C150 One Million Trees Earth Day Tree Plantings
Saturday, April 22, 2017: 9:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Partners: Association for Canadian Educational Resources (ACER), Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA), Credit Valley Conservation (CVC), Conservation Halton, The Riverwood Conservancy and Peel Environmental Youth Alliance (PEYA) with Ecosource
This year volunteers will be planting 150 trees in each of Mississauga's 11 wards to celebrate Canada's 150th birthday and to kick off the One Million Trees Mississauga tree-planting program for 2017.
Earth Day Films
Saturday, April 22, 2017: 11 a.m - 4 p.m
Central Library - Noel Ryan Auditorium
Join us for an Earth Day Film Fest including the National Geographic 2015 documentary, Bill Nye's Global Meltdown: The Five Stages of Climate Change Grief, Watermark and Deepwater Horizon. All screenings will be FREE!
Library Branch Activities
Every branch is hosting an Earth Day activity. Contact the local branch for details.
Get involved. Green your city. Help make Mississauga a world-class green city. Celebrate Earth Days 2017 and participate in the many events happening across Mississauga!
Visit Mississauga Earth Days for more details
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Contact the City of Mississauga
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Monday to Friday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. After hours dispatch service is available for urgent issues on weekends and overnight Monday to Friday.
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Use a smartphone or tablet to report graffiti using
Pingstreet
- a free mobile app that provides you with City information in one convenient place.
Or feel free to report Graffiti on-line at
www.mississauga.ca
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Mississauga has added seven new issues for residents to report on using their smartphone or tablet:
- Faded or missing pavement markings
- Traffic sign repair
- Traffic signal light timing
- Garbage or debris on roads
- Objects encroaching on City property (roads, rivers or streams)
- Curb damage
- Dead or damaged sod
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Do Your Homework exhibition
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Justice Luncheon
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Glenforest STEM meeting with Prime Minister
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