Monday March 25th

 

To be attached as correspondence to the Memorandum 12.1.3 as listed on the agenda for the Council Meeting of March 26th 2024

 

In the 2018 Official Plan, the Town states they shall promote monitoring of individual and cumulative effects of the transportation system on ecosystems, including the effects of salts and toxic residues. Item 5.9.5.11.3  

 

Question: Did the Town promote monitoring or did they actually do it? Given the proximity of residents to Hwy 10 traffic, heavy trucks, salt, air particulate from various sources including aggregate.

 

As stated in the 2018 OP “5.11.2.5.3 The identification of roads upon which haul routes shall be located in Section 5.11.2.5.1 shall be reviewed and updated as necessary by the Town of Caledon. As part of this review, the Town of Caledon will work with adjacent municipalities and the Region of Peel to minimize impacts from traffic from outside of the Town of Caledon.”

Question: Did the Town in fact review haul routes? Since 2018 did the impact of increased traffic including heavy vehicles become clear enough that discussions were held with adjacent municipalities and the Region? Or was Caledon Village ignored?

As stated in the 2018 OP “5.11.2.5.4 Generally, any improvements required to a public road due to a new or expanded pit or quarry shall not be at public expense.”

 

Question: Did the Town of Caledon at anytime enter into discussion with the aggregate industry, OSSGA or the Province about the abysmal aggregate tax levy? If not, then how are road improvements not on the backs of residents?

 

In the proposed 2024 Official Plan it is stated that:

“The Town also recognizes the dominant role that trucks play in the movement of goods and supporting the local and regional economy. The Town will continue to work with the Region, the Province and neighbouring municipalities to plan and implement a strategic goods movement network that minimizes impacts on Caledon’s roads, residential neighbourhoods and financial resources”. This statement would lead residents to believe that, as stated in the 2018 OP that indeed there was some kind of discussion.

Question: What is the goods movement network? Where is it?

The 2024 OP states that “develop a transportation system that minimizes the impact of heavy truck and commuter traffic on residential areas”

 

Question: Where?

 

As stated in the 2024 OP 11.6.4 The Highway 413 Transportation Corridor, as shown on Schedule C1, Town-wide Transportation Network, is recognized as a key trucking and goods movement route supporting planned employment lands within southern Caledon and providing connectivity to the Provincial highway system. The Town will encourage the Province to undertake highway improvements in a timely fashion, particularly the implementation of the Highway 413 Transportation Corridor.

Question: From the point of view of Caledon Village, any major Hwy construction increases the need of local resources thus condemning Caledon Village to even more heavy haulers, thus increasing air pollution, noise pollution and the possibility of more death on Hwy 10. How does the Town of Caledon condone increased health dangers with goods movement? How does the 2024 OP help residents of Caledon reduce the dangers? Is that in the OP?

As stated in the 2024 OP “11.9.1 Railways operate under the jurisdiction of the Government of Canada to provide freight and passenger rail service. The Town recognizes the importance of rail infrastructure for its role in supporting long-term economic growth and regional connectivity”

 

Question: Does the Town via the OP really recognize the importance of rail infrastructure? Has the Town reached out to the Federal Government to see how connectivity could be reinstated instead of selling off rail trail lands?

As stated in the 2024 OP “Salt management plans will set out mitigation measures to minimize and reduce the use of salt including but not limited to the design of parking lots, roadways and sidewalks to avoid ponding of water, and directing stormwater discharge outside of vulnerable area where possible”

 

Question: Since the widening of Hwy 10 to four lanes, there has been a significant increase in the amount of salt that is used, that has been plowed off the Hwy onto the sidewalk then plowed again onto private land that is well below grade thus running off on to the property and in some instances into private wells. Will the Town of Caledon address that for residents in Caledon Village?

As stated in the 2024 OP “protect the Town's Prime Agricultural Area from fragmentation, development and non-agricultural land uses, including site alteration and fill activities that are not consistent with normal farming practices, and which distort the natural landform character of the agricultural area”

 

Question: Is this a serious statement? Given the leap frogging of spawl development and in the case of Caledon Village fragmented aggregate, how does the Town really plan to protect Prime Agricultural?

 

As stated in the 2024 OP “Specific Village and Hamlet Policies i) In addition to the applicable policies of the Growth Plan and this Plan, Belfountain, Cataract, Cheltenham, Inglewood, Mono Mills and Terra Cotta are designated as Minor Urban Centres as shown on Schedules B3b Land Use Designations, Niagara Escarpment Plan and any proposed expansion of these Minor Urban Centres will occur in accordance with the Niagara Escarpment Plan and the Niagara Escarpment Planning and Development Act”. 

Question: I do not see where Alton and Caledon Village are designated, what is their designation?

 

In conclusion, looking at the previous OP and attempting to compare to the proposed OP, it is my conclusion that there are a lot of oxymorons, inconsistency and lack of understanding to what is really happening in Caledon. Given that I live in Caledon Village, this conclusion is based on the fact that I have been told that there will be some kind of study done in our village to improve the esthetics. If I may be so bold, esthetics is one thing, creating a safe environment is of far more importance and to this date, we have been overlooked and there isn’t much in this OP that would say that you have our health and safety on the front burner. Residents have identified such concerns as having a Pedestrian plan, the need to replace the pool (not necessarily in the centre of the Village) but make it an Aquatic rehabilitation Centre, for institutional use, hospital therapies, design the programs for water safety for children and seniors health. Decisions do come after consultation, either with the Region, the Province or even the Federal Govt, but at this point any previous discussions with residents of Caledon Village have indeed been ignored. I would suggest that status change.

Caledon Village looks forward to discussing its future with Town of Caledon Council, staff, the Region of Peel, The Provincial Government and other resources that can appreciate what we are faced with.

 

Kate Hepworth

President Caledon Village Association

 

 

 

 

 

Caledon Village Association

Minutes of Meeting

February 8, 2024

 

Time: 7:42 p.m.

Location:  Old Caledon Township Hall (Caledon Townhall Theatre)

Present: Kate Hepworth, Mauro Testani, Karen Sanger.

Community members: Errol Munn, Paul Randhawa, Jaz Chahil and Jasmine Randhawa

Guest: Alyson Monery, Town of Caledon

Opening Remarks and Welcome – K. Hepworth

 

Business Pending

  • Traffic Study update: Requested scope of study and informed they are in “Phase 1”.
  • Quarry up-date: Air quality particulate study was reported during previous Alton meeting.
  • Agricultural Society AGM meeting update. Need more members, CVA will continue to publicize their monthly meetings.

New Business

  • Requested the use of CVP for our April meeting. Alyson M will confirm. This meeting would include a strong focus on building our Neighborhood Watch Program with a presentation form Karen Wall. Proposal to include Caledon East, OPP and local counselors. Request update on app “Caledon Today”.
  • CVA to continue to advocate on traffic discussions with Mayor’s office in April.
  • Discussed the new traffic light on the corner of Kennedy and Charleston, a positive addition to the village and added safety for the school.
  • CVA to partner with Caledon Central School for next years food drive at the tree lighting.
  • CVA will continue to guide community awareness to programs offered by the Town of Caledon and the resources that are available for families in need.
  • Voted on banners to replace the snowflakes. We all agreed black/red and blue/green
  • Mauro T informed CVA of the Lions Annual Meat Roll on March 2 2024 1-4 pm.

 

Meeting Adjourned: 9:10 p.m.

 

Next Meeting: March 14 2024

 

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Caledon Village Association

Meeting Agenda

February 8, 2024

 

  1.  Call to Order and Welcoming Remarks
  2. Any additions to the February 8, 2024, agenda
  3. Adoption and/or errors or omissions to the Minutes of the last regular meeting
  4. Treasurer’s Report – bank balance      Silent Auction deposit                      Paid Annual expenses -Donations 2023   Lion’s Club $1,000, Caledon Optimist $500.00, Knox United Church $500.00.  Annual Fee Volunteer Canada $150.00 paid for the year, Website annual fee $203.26, Corporation fee $12.00 per filing.

 

Update on Outstanding Business

  • Traffic Study Update – do we need to continue to email representatives.
  • Quarry update

 

New Business

  • Presentation from Karen Wall, Neighbourhood Watch Representative – March or April meeting
  • Traffic Light at Kennedy and Charleston Sideroad

 

Next Meeting – March 14, 2024 Caledon Townhall

 

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Caledon Village Association

Minutes of Meeting

 

September 14, 2023

 

Call to Order 7:40 p.m. Caledon Townhall Players, Caledon Village

 

Attendance:  Kate Hepworth, Jackie Flynn, Fay McCrea, Emily Trazska, Judy Lewis,  Fiorina Neher. Karen Sanger

Community Members:  Bill Stubbs, Mauro Testani, Errol Munn

Guests: Alyson Monery Town of Caledon

Motion was made to accept the minutes from the July 13, 2023 meeting.  Fay McCrea, Judy Lewis seconded.  Motion passed.

Treasurer’s Report – Bank balance stands at $11,271.40

 

Business Arising from the Minutes

  • Traffic Study Update Discussed the flashing speed signs, car counting vehicle, the data will not be available until 2024.  Too many studies, we require action. Minister of Transportation lives in Brampton and we should send our emails and letters to him with our concerns. We discussed contacting all the local associations and have a meeting with a representative from each one concerning the traffic and number of trucks. Action:  Contact all associations and see if we can set a date in January/February 2024.
  • Town House update – The Town of Caledon did not vote to sell the easement to the developers.  Oct 4 is the Ontario Land Tribunal decision
  • Banners – A. Monery – Banners are still not up – CVA snowflakes will go up and we will provide our banner to go on the other side. Snowflakes will come down in the spring our banners will remain.
  • Discussion concerning our donation recipients for 2023.  It was decided to donate $500.00 to the Caledon Optimist, Knox United Church and the Caledon Lion’s Club (when they have a project) Motion To donate $500.00 this year to the above community groups. K. Hepworth, seconded M. Testani – passed
  • Motion To continue supporting the Caledon Townhall Players by purchasing an ad in their programs.  K. Hepworth, M. Testani seconded, Passed.  ($150.00)
  • Mauro Testani suggested volunteers for the Meet the Teacher’s Night on October 5 at 4:00 at Caledon Central Public School.

 

Business Pending

 

  • Quarry Update – K. Hepworth nothing to report but to continue to be kept informed.  Update as of yesterday concerning the electronic open house
  • Caledon Village Pool – There is a fund specifically for a pool in northwest Caledon established by the Town, there was a report brought forward by staff at a General Committee meeting last Tuesday, should the facility assessment deem that Ward 1/Northwest Caledon not meet the criteria for a pool, the wording of the report appeared to state that the $1.2 million in the fund could be allocated elsewhere. CVA did express concerns about the wording and Councilor Kiernan has sent the report back to staff for stronger wording. The funds need to stay only for Ward 1.

 

New Business

  • Squirrel Restoration – Woodland Carving.  B. Lau will clean and restore the statute.  CVA paid for the supplies.
  • Municipal, Agricultural and Community Grant,  discussion held as to whether we really should apply for the grant.  A. Monery insisted that we apply, deadline is October 20, 2023.  J. Flynn asked F. Nehr for the file on the grant applications.

 

Christmas Tree Lighting and Parade

Allison Monery reported the following:

  • Get on the advertising and electronic signs at school and church and town hall.
  • All work orders are done and everything is in order
  • The lights will be installed but will not be lit until after November 11.
  • Town will check the outlet for the lights – change the battery in box for timer
  • Company will test all installations, lights will be put up and taken down and will be all white in colour.
  • Snowflakes to go on after November 11
  • All lights will go on at the Tree Lighting

 

Lion’s Club will take care of the Nativity Display and the Santa’s Mailbox.  Maybe Thomas the Train float-  F. Neher will look into the cost of insurance.

Fire Department has been contacted – K. Sanger

Silent Auction, James Dick Fire truck and Santa– F. McCrea

O.P.P. have been contacted

 

A.Monery will contact the Town Crier to ensure his attendance.

Magician has been arranged.

 

Need to contact the student M/C from last year

 

Fiorina Neher Report

  • Optimist Club
  • Permits
  • Emily T. for flyer and to post office
  • Business Donations and ask if they want to be in parade, Contact McDonald’s and Tim Horton’s– F. McCrea

It was discussed that instead of doing the Children’s Auction, we move to loot bags instead and every child can walk away with a swag bag.

 

No Food drive,  No toy drive.

 

Tentative Timeline

4:45  Caledon Central

5:00  Parade – Done 5:20

5:30  Town Crier

5:45  Children’s Choir

6:00  Countdown to tree lighting

6:15  Magician

7:20 Silent Auction

7:25 SA Closes

7:30 End and leave with loot bag

 

Meeting Adjourned 10:10 p.m.

 

Next Meeting October 12, 2023   7:30pm  Townhall Players

 

To be Confirmed January 6, 2024 Get Together

 

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The CVA had a good meeting last night, conversation is creative, and I believe we all left with some new thoughts. While we were small in numbers, we fully understand that many people were focused on the Caledon Central School BBQ, and rightfully so! 
There is a lot going on in our village over the next few weeks. 
This weekend (starting today, Friday) The Caledon Agricultural Society is proud to bring us the Caledon Fair. CASH AT THE GATE PLEASE!
Here is the link for the events: https://www.caledonfair.ca/fairgrounds-events
 
Many of you know about the looming CBM/St. Mary's/Votorantim quarry. This quarry will have a large impact on our village.Please consider using this link to see the information submitted to the Town of Caledon. https://www.caledon.ca/en/town-services/cbm-caledon.aspx 
 
Take a close look at this link:
 
In there you will find that 95% of the trucks heading to and leaving from the quarry will travel Hwy 10 and across Charleston. Please dig around in the application, it's an eye opener.
Once you have looked at the application, check out the Forks of the Credit Preservation Group page, lots of info: https://www.fcpreservation.ca/
Please consider coming to the meeting in Alton at the Legion for an update on Wed June 14th at 7 pm  Please use this link to RSVP https://www.fcpreservation.ca/community_update_meeting_20230614
 
The Town of Caledon Council and reps from CBM need to see that the public is taking notice, so please attend this.
A Public Meeting is scheduled for June 20, 2023 | Meeting start time: 7:00 p.m.
Location: Caledon East Community Complex - Hall A and B. 6215 Old Church Road, Caledon, ON L7C 1J7.
 
This will be one of the very few occasions where the public will be able to ask questions. 
 
The CVA is taking a break for July and August, but for monthly meetings only. In the event something comes up, we will most certainly let you know and we will call a meeting to update. Once September arrives, it will be time to start thinking about the Tree Lighting! Yes, the Tree Lighting! If you would like to be involved, we would appreciate the help!
So, we are not closed, we are just taking a meeting break. As always, if we can help, we will. If it's just a question of who to ask, we will attempt to direct you. As always, issues to do with the town should be directed to Councillor Lynn Kiernan and issues with the Region should be directed to Councillor Christina Early.
 
I will be continuing the traffic surveys, if you can help, please let me know!
 
 
Enjoy the Caledon Fair, the Caledon Agricultural Society puts immense time and effort into providing a great time right here in our amazing village.
 
Kate

 

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Caledon Village Association

Minutes of Informal Townhall Meeting

May 10, 2023

 

Caledon Village Place, Caledon Village

Attendance:  Kate Hepworth, Karen Sanger, Fay McCrea, Barney Becket, Judy Lewis

Community Members:  Tammy Limebeer, David Cunningham (Lion’s Club), Bill Stubbs, Mauro Testani, Liz Attfield, Ian Sinclair, Ed Taccone (Agricultural Society), Rob Rees, Debra Goodell

Regrets: Fiorina Neher, Jackie Flynn, and Emily Trazska

Guests: Jason Schildroth Town of Caledon

19:30 Kate welcomed everyone to the meeting.

  • Kate reported that as per Townhouse complex, we are now waiting on OLT decision.
  • CVA is still looking into the feasibility of helping to provide Caledon Village residents with help obtaining First Aid and CPR training.
  • Barney B asked Jason S if this would be something that the Town of Caledon could also help with. Jason S will take this back to “The Town” and follow up for us.

Jason Schildroth presentation on “Report a Problem.”

  • Jason started with news that the Christmas tree at Rayburn’s Corner has been assessed and is still a viable growing tree and is not in any imminent danger to the community. Moving forward the CVA will now consider what the next steps are for lights for the 2023 Christmas season.
  • Jason will provide updated Caledon Brochures to be distributed throughout the community.
  • Jason provided a handout and walked us through how to navigate the Town of Caledon’s Report a Problem online portal. He also advised the group that residents can still call-in problems from 8:30-4:30
  • Jason also expressed that his team would continue to do their best to move quickly on any problems that are “Town” related but would also aid in pointing people in the right direction for other regional or provincial matters.
  • Jason was also brought into discussions as to traffic congestion, speed and volume within Caledon Village, he was very clear that this was unfortunately not his area but would talk to Nathan from the Mayor’s office as to expectations and try to connect with MTO, Region of Peel and Province of Ontario.
  • Jason urged us to continue with this type of “Townhall Model” to explore our options with traffic and to get our concerns heard by various levels of government.

David Cunningham from Caledon Lion’s Club

  • David handed out brochures Lion’s Club brochures to all in attendance.
  • CVA will assist in posting Lion’s Club events on our social media platforms.
  • Lion’s Club is always looking for volunteers.
  • Tammy Limebeer informed all present as to prizes for their Ambassador Program.

Ed Taccone (Agricultural Society)

  • Ed informed attendees that the “Fairgrounds” would be very busy this year as it has been rented out to movie crews, and Town of Caledon is also hosting another children’s movie night, dates to be released later in the summer.
  • The new Agricultural Building is now out for tender.
  • Ed also voiced concerns for traffic on Hwy 10 turning into the Fairgrounds.
  • New signage will soon be posted as the dog walkers picking up after their pets as this has been an ongoing problem.

Pending any extra meetings required, the next CVA meeting will be downstairs at the theatre, 7:30pm June 8th.

 

Meeting Adjourned 9:00 p.m.

                        

                                                                         

                                          

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Caledon Village Association

Minutes of Meeting

April 13, 2023

 

Call to Order 7:34 p.m. Caledon Townhall Players, Caledon Village

Attendance:  Kate Hepworth, Jackie Flynn, Fay McCrea, Emily Trazska, Barney Becket, Judy Lewis

Community Members:  Tammy Limebeer, David Cunningham (Lion’s Club), Bill Stubbs, Mauro Testani, Liz Attfield

Regrets: Fiorina Neher, Karen Sanger

Guests: Alyson Monery Town of Caledon

Motion was made to accept the minutes from the March 9, 2023 meeting.  Fay McCrea, Judy Lewis seconded.  Motion passed.

Treasurer’s Report – Bank balance stands at $11,629.61

Business Arising from the Minutes

  • Snowflakes are down. A. Monery brought banners to K. Hepworth. Inquired about installing them, Region has some issues with hardware and this must be done first.  Discussion ensued concerning timeline.
  • K. Hepworth brought up the Townhouse complex and meeting date with OLT.  Discussion ensued about resident’s concerns with water, septic, traffic and rezoning. Call to Action letter was distributed to help residents with timelines, concerns and who to send your letters to.
  • K. Hepworth mentioned that she has a meeting with Mayor Groves, Brian Baird and Ian Sinclair concerning snow removal practices within the village.
  • Caledon Agricultural Society has reserved the dates of August 12/13, 2023 for the Food Festival that was discussed at last month’s meeting with Fiona’s Restaurant.  Waiting to hear back from Fiona with a proposal.
  • E. Trazska has updated the website and will continue working on updates and flyers.

Business Pending

  • Update of Traffic Committee Michael Carter is heading up the West Caledon Traffic Committee.
  • Quarry Update – K. Hepworth updated the group on the CBM Application and the upcoming Forks of the Credit Preservation meeting at the Alton Legion on April 18, 2023. David Donnelly the lawyer for the FCPG will be speaking along with Mayor Groves, Ward 1 Councillors Regional and Area and Caledon Planner in attendance.
  • Pit’s to Park’s Restoration Committee will allow one person from each group to attend.
  • Woodland Management/Conservation/Urban Tree By laws, J. Flynn has printed off some material pertaining to the Town of Caledon.
  • Survey questions for the Pedestrian Network of the village – no time has been put into this project at the moment.

New Business

  • K. Hepworth put a Call to Action Town Hall Meeting proposal for our next meeting to be held at the Caledon Village Place, May 10, 2023 and inviting the Mayor, all councillors and MPP Sylvia Jones to attend to discuss resident’s concerns on the traffic, aggregate etc.
  • At this time A. Monery brought forward using 311 for town issues concerning uneven sidewalks, lights being out, flooding trails, etc.
  • K. Hepworth brought up the Red Cross FA/CPR Trainer course that is provided at the Knox United Church to help bring in more Caledon Village residents to become certified. The cost is $75.00 per person and discussion ensued about how CVA could subsidize this.    Call to Action need to speak to the CPR Trainer, arrange the best use of CVA subsidy in the form of registration cost, rental funding, etc.
  • A. Monery brought up having a Community Clean-Up. The Town will provide gloves, garbage bags and will pick up the garbage at the end of the day.
  • Discussion ensued about the Post Office, Convenience Store and Plaza being one parking lot with 2 entrances.  
  • Tree Lighting – M. Testani brought up the idea of picking a date to have the lights on the tree replaced, need to have the tree accessed for it’s age and the health of the tree.  Call to Action A. Monery will speak to J. Schildroth from the Town.

 

Meeting Adjourned 9:45 p.m.

                                             

 

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 CALEDON VILLAGE ASSOCIATION

Minutes

March 9, 2023, AT 19:30 P.M

 

 

ATTENDANCE:  Kate Hepworth, Judy Lewis, Fay McCrea, Emily Trzaska, Karen Sanger, Barney Becket.

Community members: Bill Stubbs, Karen & Blake Ridler and Ian Sinclair, Fiona, Danette and Dianna (from Fiona’s Restaurant with a presentation).

Guest: Alyson Monery & Jason Schildroth from Town of Caledon.

 

Regrets: Fiorina Neher, Jackie Flynn & Mauro Testani.

 

19:30 Kate welcomed everyone to the meeting. 

 

Fay McCrea and Judy Lewis approved Feb 9, 2023, minutes.

 

Treasurer’s update –(Kate): CVA presently has a bank balance of $11,941.33, same as last month.

 

Jason Schildroth:

  • Invites villagers to say what they would like to see as community projects/public space beautification. There is multiyear “Permanent Investment” funding. He would like to have a community meeting with Giuliana involved. MACG (Municipal, Agricultural and Community Grant) funding is not impacted by this, that is for community and events.
  • He will look into the integrity of the Christmas tree and get back to us.

 

Alyson Monery: 

  • Returned the Caledon Village Banners. Montgomery is the new company that will be putting the banners up again and we can forward how we would like the banners placed to Jason.
  • Can help us with a survey if we require it through Service Caledon.
  • Coffee with Councillors has previously been presented and was well received.  Looking to include councillors, the Mayor, MTO, OPP and Town Service Managers, CVA will move forward with plans for this.
  • Coming events Bike the Creek and Velocity (to support CCS).
  • Will pass on and follow up on Bill Stubbs’ concerns re snow being dumped on private driveways and well water heads.

 

Jason & Alyson: left @ 20:20

 

 

 

CVA Community Issues:

Kate Hepworth:

  • We have a new contact at OLT on the file of the Townhouse plans and this information has been forwarded to those that need it.
  • CVA may be involved in a meeting with Annette Groves and Brian Baird regarding snow removal in the village.

 

 

Bill Stubbs:

  • Requested to more insight into how Town of Caledon is dealing with snow removal. Snow has been dumped on his private driveway and on peoples well heads thus contaminating well water with toxic chemicals from salt used on roads.
  • This is an ongoing concern and CVA is going to continue to advocate on these issues.

 

Fiona:

  • Fiona from Fiona’s Restaurant would like to partner with CVA in a joint community initiative to host a 2 day “Food Event/Festival” in Caledon Village, on the Fairgrounds. “Taste of Caledon Village”.
  • Proposed date Aug 12-13, 2023
  • A fee to enter, Liquor licence, permits, health inspection, toilets etc. were discussed.
  • Kate Hepworth is going to approach Ag Society and Fiona will contact food vendors, we will continue this at next meeting.
  • Emily from CVA will help with flyer design and CVA will contact Alyson from Town to see about advertising.
  • Fiona is going to send a proposal to Kate.

 

 

Karen & Blake Ridler:

  • Concerns as to construction site burn permits.
  • Construction parking on Charleston Sideroad.
  • Continue to oppose Townhouse Development.
  • CVA advised that OLT discission is final about Townhouse Complex and OLT meeting is on April 3 2023
  • There are no tree cutting bylaws in Caledon, do we need to lobby for some? Should we look into Woodland Management/Conservation/Urban Tree Bylaws? This may include replanting with indigenous native tree.

 

General Talk:

 

  • March 20, 2023, Infrastructure meeting at Caledon Village Place. Everyone is encouraged to attend this information session.
  • If large trucks are driving through subdivisions, if they are Gibson trucks call Gibson Trucking Company and they will help (Dispatch number 705-435-3869)
  • What are our (CVA) main points we want to focus on for our Coffee with Councillors Meeting and how do we get community input?
  1. Focus on Traffic speed through the village east, west, north and south. Do we need a traffic study? Red light cameras? Automated Speed Enforcement
  2. Toxic chemicals in well water, what is Town going to do about this?
  3. Pedestrian Safety?
  • Facebook and Instagram posts to get community feedback

 

Ian Sinclair:

  • Revisited a look at the “Pedestrian Network of the village and continues to support an enquiry into the safety of the community
  • He suggested that CVA has a few main points to take to The Town as to what our needs are i.e., Traffic Speed, Pedestrian safety etc.

 

Meeting adjourned at 22:00.

 

NEXT MEETING: Thursday April 13th, 2023, 19:30 (7:30) pm. Downstairs at the theatre.

 

 

 

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Minutes

February 9, 2023, AT 19:30 P.M

 

 

ATTENDANCE:  Kate Hepworth, Judy Lewis, Fay McCrea, Emily Trazska, Mauro Testani, Karen Sanger.

Community members: Jennifer Paschalis, Mike Milne and Ian Sinclair.

Guest: Alyson Monery from Town of Caledon.

 

Regrets: Fiorina Neher and Jackie Flynn & Bill Stubbs.

 

19:35 Kate welcomed everyone to the meeting. 

 

Fay McCrea and Judy Lewis approved Jan 12, 2023, minutes.

 

Alyson Monery: 

Reiterated that if we need anything she is “our go to person”.

Encouraged all of our community to participate in the Town of Caledon’s online survey that runs until Feb 15, 2023, “Have your say Caledon”. Kate has already put it on Caledon 2.0 page but will repost.

Alyson will locate all Caledon Village banners and return them to us no matter what condition they are in.

 

Fay McCrea:

Requested to know if we had anything to contribute to “In The Hills” magazine? Currently council does not have any updates for the magazine.

 

 

Treasurer’s report –(Kate): CVA presently has a bank balance of $11,941.33.

 

CVA Community Issues:

Discussion was had as to the ongoing concerns of Mr. Bill Stubbs snow removal. Ian Sinclair reported that there is to be an upcoming meeting that Kate Hepworth will be involved with as to Town of Caledon snow removal plans for Caledon Village. Mr. Sinclair also commented on the need to question The Town of Caledon on their “level of service” for our village. CVA is going to be more pro-active with concerns to snow, salt contamination etc. on west side of Hwy 10.

 

Jennifer Paschalis:

Concerns as to the ongoing additions to the communication tower on Ag Society grounds, would like to know if tree planting could take place as many trees have been cut down. The communication tower locations are determined by communication companies and landlords. Jennifer is going to attend an Ag Society meeting to continue her conversation. CVA will follow up in the coming weeks.

 

Mike Milne:

Have we considered having a grocery store in the village? As a new resident he feels it would be an asset to the community. Would speed cameras or flashing speed signs help with speeding traffic through the village?

 

Ian Sinclair:

Poses the question “Do you feel safe walking the streets of Caledon Village”?

He suggested we do a survey and “take on our pedestrian system” as an issue that we all face. Do a survey then head towards a Town Hall or Coffee with Councillor’s meeting where all residents could attend and submit or post on a large scale map their areas of concern in the village i.e. Condition of sidewalks, street lighting, safe road crossings and traffic speed.

This was received very well by all and will be taken up in more thorough CVA discussions. We talked about first creating our own “Village Revitalization” survey and move forward from that point.

 

Mauro Testani:

Reminders from Mauro as to Lions Club events:

March 4 Meat Roll at the Alton Legion and April 4 Seniors Dinner.

 

Kate Hepworth:

Should we think about having a Caledon Village Birthday celebration every year in the summer?

We will see what banners Alyson finds and then go from there and decide if we need some new ones and if we would have a contest for designs.

Christmas Tree lighting is Dec 2, 2023, the first Saturday in December.

 

Meeting adjourned at 21:50.

 

NEXT MEETING: Thursday March 9th, 2023, 19:30 (7:30) pm. Downstairs at the theatre

 

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                                                                       CALEDON VILLAGE ASSOCIATION

Minutes

JANUARY 12, 2023 AT 7:30 P.M

 

 

ATTENDANCE:  Barney Beckett, Kate Hepworth, Judy Lewis, Fiorina Neher, Bill Stubbs, Fay McCrea, John Rutter, Paul Krska, Raymond Wand, Ed Taccone, Jackie Flynn, and guest: Emily Quinton from Economic Development Town of Caledon

 

Regrets:  Emily Trzaska, Mauro Testani, Karen Sanger, Yves deLisle, Kalon Young, Jason Schildroth

 

Kate welcomed everyone to the meeting. 

 

Fiorina and Fay approved Dec 08 minutes 

 

Tree and Snowflake Lighting update: 

Emily Quinton has confirmed that we can get in touch with her, Jason Schildroth and the Town of Caledon Forestry Dept. at the end of Sept/beginning of Oct to re-light the tree and confirm we do not have bald spots. Emily Quinton has informed us that the town is going with a third party contractor (Montgomery) that will be putting up and taking down the snow flakes and banners. They will eventually remove our snowflakes and purchase or rent their own set of snowflakes or wreaths to make all the villages throughout Caledon look similar. Our snowflakes will be taken down in March, they will go up in Nov. We have also been informed that our heritage banners are in rough shape. Waiting for councillors to approve a budget (Feb) then Emily Quinton and Jason Schildroth need to talk to the Region regarding hardware, and then we can have a meeting to discuss what we prefer to have on the poles. Kate will ask residents for their input on what they would like to see on the posts.

 

Treasurer’s report –(Jackie): CVA presently has a bank balance of $12,816.33. One issued cheque is still to be deposited by the recipient, confirmation was received before adjournment that this will be taken care of this week.

 

CVA Community Issues:

Residents who attend the CVA meetings. Here are the issues:

 

Raeburn Corner and sides of the roads near the sidewalk are a mess, garbage everywhere. 

 

Orangeville Banner, Citizen paper and the Enterprise are littered at peoples driveways - it was mentioned to pick up your paper or to call in to cancel but residents want something more strict.

 

It was suggested that someone (residents) to get in touch with an environmental group to help fight against salt and brine.  

 

We regret to inform Ed Taccone that there will not be any representation of CVA at his AGM Meeting this Sat, Jan 14. Their next meeting is Sunday, Feb 12 (instead of Monday to be safer during the winter months) We do however encourage residents to consider joining the Caledon Agricultural Society.

 

Bill has informed us he had a stroke, he brings up concerns regarding snow removal (lack thereof) near his property, the town needs to properly remove snow, the use of pesticides, and exhaust fumes that he can see has killed grass and tress along Hurontario.

Can CVA compose or contact someone for a complaint? Kate will compose a letter, but will share with members prior to sending.

 

Residents would like to have Mayor Annette Groves attend a meeting to have questions answered.

 

James Dick - aggregate has mentioned in the past that they have reports related to air pollution that are public knowledge, CVA would attempt to gain access to those site reports.

 

 

Caledon Agricultural Society has informed us that the bull run area on the fairgrounds is being removed. CVA has asked to replace it with a pollinator garden. CAS wants to add parking once the bull run area is tidied up.Locations for a pollinator garden can be discussed at a later date with CAS. Create a community get together to help CAS remove the old bull run, or other areas Ed Taccone did mention that he has an offer of help to remove the bull run area, however, many hands make light work. Ed also added CAS would like to add a dog run (leash free fenced in area). They are moving forward for a new building where the office trailer is, they will have drawings and site plans complete (not sure when) 

 

Kate to send proposals for possible fundraising ideas for the new building that CVA can help with.

 

Meeting adjourned at 21:19 (9:19) p.m.

 

NEXT MEETING: Thursday February 9th 2023 19:30 (7:30) pm. Downstairs at the theatre

 

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    Date: December 8, 2022

    Start Time: 7:35 pm

    Location: Old Caledon Township Hall

 

Present Members

Absent members

Kate Hepworth

Fay McCrea

Fiorina Neher

Yves deLisle

Karen Sanger

Emily Trzaska

Barney Beckett

Mauro Testani

Jackie Flynn

Judy Lewis

Town of Caledon: Jason Schildroth & Emily Quinton

 

 

 

 

 

    

Board Meeting Minutes

 

Agenda

Discussion

Conclusion

Responsibility

Call to order

 

 

Kate Hepworth

Review and approval of previous minutes

AGM minutes reviewed

All present in agreement with previous minutes.

Move to adopt:

Judy Lewis- first

Emily Trzaska - second

Treasurer’s report

Reviewed report

All present in agreement with report.

Jackie Flynn

Move to adopt:

Judy Lewis- first

Fay McCrea - second

Tree Lighting

Next year we need name tag to identify CVA members

Fay has name tag covers; she will provide them.

Emily will design

Fay McCrea

Emily Trzaska

Buy more bowls or cup for chili next year

Make sure all are eco friendly

 

Antique truck driver donation do we need to do this?

Find out for next year if he is paid by James Dick if he is not, then give the driver a donation

 

Tighten up timing for next year

Magician was too long, look into another entertainer.

Move children’s choir to west side of area.

Contact Mayfield and Robert F Hall for bands to play.

Rethink the schedule

Talk to Optimists regarding their raffle and when it is best to do it

 

 

 

 

 

 

Talk to Sue from Optimists

Parking

We need pylons at parking lot entrance

Ask Town of Caledon

Donation jar, do we wany one?

Yes, we should get a locked money box to have out at all events for donations, with a CVA label

 

Car Parade

Was a great success. Next year we will promote it more on social media and flyers at school in order to have more participants. Be aware of limitations on number of vehicles look into limits re permits etc.

 

Best decorated car award

Implement this for next years parade

 

Best decorated Caledon Village house award

To be decided for next year’s festivities

 

Book same Santa for next year

He is very good we will book him early

 

Start planning next year’s parade in September

It was a rush this year due to Bicentennial prep in September

 

Toy and food drive

See what Caledon Community Services are doing and promote that

 

Set date for next years Parade

Saturday December 2, 2023

Time to be determined

 

New Business

 

 

 

Caledon Central School donation

$500.00 to be presented to school. Who can attend one day next week

Hope money can go towards breakfast club.

Kate, Karen and Emily will try to attend

Kate Hepworth

Caledon Agricultural Society donation

$1,000.00 to be donated on Monday Dec 12, 19:15 hrs. at CAS meeting

Kate, Fay and Karen can attend.

Can we get a large fake cheque for things like this?

Kate Hepworth to reply

Karen Sanger re cheque

Caledon Agricultural Society Invitation

CVA has been invited to send 2 representatives to their AGM on Jan 14

Kate and Jackie can attend

Kate Hepworth

Jackie Flynn

Winter Skate Day

New idea, skate with a firefighter, OPP or teacher

Winter fun day in February, pay for coffee, hot chocolate, talk to Jen Johnson re rink, talk to Town of Caledon, insurance, food truck

Karen Sanger

Board members

Sign Resolution papers

 

Kate Hepworth

Karen Sanger

Jackie Flynn

New Mission Statement and Purpose

New Mission Statement and Purpose were reviewed by all present

All approved new wording. To be added to website by Emily

Emily Trzaska

Look into banking fees

Our banking fees are quite high

Look into other financial institutions to see what they offer as to reducing our monthly banking fees.

Jackie Flynn

Meeting adjourned at: 9:10 pm

 

 

Submitted by: Karen Sanger

Date: Dec 11, 2022

 

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CALEDON VILLAGE ASSOCIATION

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING NOTES

MONDAY, NOVEMBER  21, 2022 AT 7:30 P.M.

                                                                        at Old Caledon Township Hall

 

ATTENDANCE:  Barney Beckett, Kate Hepworth, Karen Sanger, Judy Lewis, Fiorina Neher,  Bill Stubbs, Yves deLisle, Kalon Young, Mauro Testani, Fay McCrea

 

Regrets:  Emily Trzaska

 

Fay welcomed everyone to the meeting. Barney introduced Kalon Young, who has agreed to be our new emcee. He resides in Brampton and attends Mayfield Secondary School, and is in the arts and broadcasting field. He has already got prices from Long and McQuaid for the sound system, which will be battery operated. He will pick it up at his convenience, set it up and then will be making announcements in his vehicle in the parade so the battery system will be great. The CVA will provide him with $50 cheque for his mileage and we will also give him volunteer hours and if he has some friends who can come and help, we will do the same for them.

 

                     1.   Update on Townhouse proposal from Kate

 It has gone to the OLT and will be heard April 3, 2023. CVA has participant status. It is estimated the hearing will be one week and will be on line.

2.   Treasurer’s report – Kate (for Jackie): Jackie provided a complete report with a breakdown of Market and Bicentennial expenses.  CVA presently has a bank balance of $13,093.92. After some discussion, Judy Lewis moved approval of the report, seconded by Yves deLisle. Carried. 

3)  CVA Community Issues we are dealing with: Aggregate, Traffic and Safety – are there other community issues CVA “should” be involved with?

We understand people are not happy with the 4 new homes on former Raeburn property and are not happy with smaller houses being demolished and being replaced with huge homes but neither of these fall under our jurisdiction. All we can do is direct people to the right sources to report their issues. 

Kate stated that the future of Caledon Village is unknown at this time.

 

4)  Market – suggestions.  Do we continue next year, do we start later in the season and end earlier, do we have a market once a month or do we choose another fundraising event? 

Discussions followed regarding the pros and cons of the market and even though it was our first year, it was not that successful and local residents did not support it and unfortunately CVA reputation was tarnished.

Karen shared her ideas for community events being held on the fairgrounds next year. One was a Beer Festival featuring local breweries. Kate said we would have to check with the Town to see if they are still holding Cheers Caledon, but perhaps we could work with them?  Another idea was Battle of the Bands and Movie Nights or even a Blood Donor clinic.  These events could occur mid to late August on Saturdays. We could use our money to put on events for the community. Fiorina suggested we start to plan these events in January, especially if permits are required as they take time.

5) Website: Yves had done a great job in the past and he said he will continue to do some things. Kate reported that Emily will take on the website updates. Thank you, Emily.

6) Donations:  

(i) We had discussed making a donation to the Caledon Agricultural Society for the use of their land for both the market and Bicentennial and for the help of Ed Taccone and Stan Dacres. They put a lot of time and effort into helping us.  It was agreed that we make a donation of $1,000 to the C.A.S.

(ii) The other plan was to make a donation to Caledon Central School. We were thinking of the music department but Mauro said they don’t really like donations for specific departments but would probably welcome a donation for the upgrade of the playground equipment. It was suggested a $500 donation be made.  

(iii)  Don, the antique fire truck driver who will take Santa in the parade and bring him to the parkette.  It was suggested a cheque for $50.

7) By-laws: These need to be updated, including setting of regular dates for monthly meetings and AGM’s. It was agreed that the 2nd Thursday in the month works for most people and the AGM should be in October and the date was set for October 12, 2023.

                        

8) Tree Lighting update:

Bowls and spoons for chilli – Fay will purchase

Sharon Lambert will advise the cost of chili after she shops for ingredients

Optimists are providing hot dogs and hot cider, same amount as last year.

Sue has tickets left over for their raffle for the kids. 

Fay would like the Silent Auction Items ASAP

Need a volunteer to hand out the children’s raffle tickets and stamp their hand. Karen volunteered and Fay will help her. Fay has 150 green and 250 red tickets and the hand stamp so this should speed up things. Judy has purchased 24 items.

Help with set up for raffle and silent auction – Yves offered to help.

Help to close the auction.

Lions and Optimists will set up tents and tables for food. 

Fay has sufficient table cloths for auction tables.

Alyson suggests TOYS to Family Transition Place, Orangeville and FOOD to CCS.

                              

Elections:  Fay McCrea

We are open to nominations for the following positions:

 

President: Fiorina nominated Kate Hepworth* as President. Seconded by Judy Lewis.  Are there any other nominations for this position?  Seeing none, Kate agreed to be our president.

*Kate stepped back as president during the election but agreed to stand for election at this AGM

 

Vice President:  After some discussion Judy nominated Karen Sanger to this position for one year. Seconded by Mauro Testani.  Congratulations Karen.

 

Secretary:  Fay McCrea was nominated to remain in this position, but she declined. 

Judy nominated Fiorina, seconded by Yves deLisle. We do understand that Fiorina is very busy and if she is not available for a meeting, somebody else will have to take minutes.

 

Treasurer:  Jackie Flynn has agreed to continue in this position.

Residents who attend the CVA meetings regularly will be CVA members.  

 

Meeting adjourned at 10:02 p.m.

 

 

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Minutes of Meeting

Caledon Village Association

 

July 21, 2022

 

Attendance:  Kate Hepworth, Judy Lewis, Jackie Flynn, Karen Sanger, Fiorina Neher

Alyson Monery, Jason Schildroth Town of Caledon,   Fay McCrea (8:15)

Absent:  Barney Beckett,  EmilyTrzaska, Susan Montgomery, Mauro Testani, Yves Delisle

 

Meeting called to order 7:30      

Alyson spoke extensively on the Caledon Tree Lighting and Parade December 3, 2022.  Gave us useful information on securing permits for Regional, Town and Provincial roads and the cost of each.  She will be instrumental with filling out the paperwork, securing insurance and suggested that there be no walkers in the parade.

  • Fire Department won’t attend without full insurance and a copy of the parade route and permits purchased.
  • O.P.P. – we will need regular off duty officers at $70.00 per hour plus a surcharge attached.
  • Best permit to look into is the Intermittent permit for minor roads such as Charleston S/R
  • Town can attend
  • O.P.P. Response Unit could attend and lead the parade
  • She suggested making the parade available to everyone in the community who would like to decorate their trucks or cars

Fiorina is going to take Alison up on her offer to get this project started to get us in early with all the groups required to make this a go.

 

Jason spoke extensively about the Tree Lighting and the fact that the tree is on Town property and continues to grow.  He stated that the lights on the tree are the responsibility of the CVA but he may be able to help we just need to contact him if a problem arises.

SNOWFLAKES – will be stored and cared for by the Town of Caledon. They will use our current flakes until they need to be replaced and the Town will replace them.  They will also put up and take down as they will do with any banners that the CVA would like to have up or replaced.  Under no circumstances do we replace the bulbs in the snowflakes that is a Town responsibility.

Jason will be sending the CVA a Letter of Understanding putting this in writing for future reference.

He also spoke the new app available Caledon.ca/Reportaproblem a site to report any issues in your area directly to the Service Caledon Team for correction or maintenance.

 

 

 

BICENTENNIAL September 24, 2022

Faye was in attendance and she connected with Alyson and spoke on various items that the Town can provide to help support the Bicentennial and help curtail some of the cost to the CVA.   Faye will be working with Alyson asap to get some of the details ironed out.

  • Town Hall Crier
  • Invitations to Dignitaries
  • Sandhill Pipe & Drums
  • Honor Guard from Fire Department and Sparky, maybe a truck
  • Alyson does all the marketing for the Bicentennial from the Town side
  • Rec Team – staff and volunteers can help with the games and activities to compliment what we have already laid out
  • Caledon Tents – Recreation,  Active Transportation

 

 

 The Caledon Village Association would like to thank Jason Schildroth and Alyson Monery for the positivity and wealth of information they shared. We look forward to a great working relationship!

 

 

Meeting Adjourned  9:15 p.m.

 

 

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CALEDON VILLAGE ASSOCIATION

AGENDA

 

Tuesday, March 10,  2020 at  7 p.m.

OLD CALEDON TOWNSHIP HALL 

 

 

Call to order and welcome by Kate

   

   BICENTENNIAL CELEBRATIONS – Saturday, Sept. 26th 9 – 4 p.m. Caledon Fairgrounds.

  

    Kate introduced everybody in attendance.

 

    Fay reported not too much to report. Waiting to hear from each group regarding their   commitment and support.  

    a) Caledon Lions Club - possible BBQ?

    b) Caledon Optimists – games for youth, tattoos  + insurance

    c) Knox Church – possibly home made pies?

    d) Caledon Agricultural Society – pancakes – all day?

    e) Caledon Townhall Players – old fashioned tea room at CVP??

    f)  Caledon Tennis Club - possible tennis tournament?

    g) Scouts – Fay suggested to Scott Beaver regarding the possibility of the scouts                     helping the Optimists organize games for the young people.

    h) Fire Department – Kate ?

    i) OPP officers  - Susan?

    j)  Girl Guides – David offered to get a contact for this group

    k) Robert F. Hall Secondary School   Mauro has been in touch with this school        and they do have a band available to provide entertainment.

            the art  students will paint a Bicentennial sign to be installed at the       entrance to the fairgrounds. Cost of materials will be reimbursed.

 

          Present sign – Fay and Kate looked into the present sign to ensure it was                                               legal.                   

    l) Mayfield Secondary School  - Josh offered to contact Mayfield for a band and/or art                                                                         work

 

    m) Caledon Central Fay contact the principal requesting posters created from their                                       imagination how things looked 200 years ago?                                                                                    Either individually or a group to make a large banner for the front of                                                the exhibit hall.

    n)  First Aid Services: Susan said the Optimists have used Medway First Aid at                                                          their events.  No confirmation of this

    o)  Bicentennial logo creation. Kate and Fay met with Peter Smits who designed                                                                       the logo for Mono Mills Bicentennial and he is                                                                          offering to help us out. 

   

    p)  Map of Caledon Village with owners from 1920?  Bill

 

    q) Sound system for entertainment and announcements

 

    Any other ideas or commitments?

 

   Bicentennial meeting adjourned.  

 

 

 

 

 

Caledon Village Association Meeting, immediately following the Bicentennial discussions.

 

1. Approval of the agenda.

 

2.  Business arising from the February 11th meeting

 

            2.1 Community safety zone – no further information

 

           2.2  Six Villages – Fay and Kate met with Town staff and our two councillors

                    on Monday, March 2nd to get an update on this project. – Kate

      

            2.3   Recreation Fund – any more information?

 

           2.4   Peter will try to create a logo for the CVA as well as the bicentennial. They                         may be similar.                    

    

            2.5   Snow pile on George and McFaul. Kate said she checked and some of                                 the snow was removed on the Friday of the big storm.

 

 

New Business:

 

3.  Tourism Meeting held in Caledon Village Place on Monday, March 2. Kate

 

4.   Next meeting will be April 14     

 

5.  Adjournment.

 

 

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CALEDON VILLAGE ASSOCIATION

MEETING NOTES

 

Tuesday, February 11,  2020 at  7 p.m.

OLD CALEDON TOWNSHIP HALL 

 

 

Call to order and welcome by Kate at 7 p.m.

 

Attendance:  Kate Hepworth, Colin Lewis, Yves deLisle, Fay McCrea. Mauro Testani,     Peter Robertson, Bill Stubbs, Joshua Russell, David Cunningham (Lions Club), Susan Montgomery and Wayne ? (Caledon Optimists) 

 

Regrets:  Barney Beckett, Councillors Ian Sinclair and Lynn Kiernan, Rev. Emma Pipes, David Irvine, Jackie Flynn, Judy Lewis   

   

   BICENTENNIAL CELEBRATIONS – Saturday, Sept. 26th 9 – 4 p.m. Caledon Fairgrounds.

  

    Kate introduced everybody in attendance.

 

    Fay reported on what has happened to date:

    a) Contact with Caledon Lions re possible BBQ

    b) Caledon Optimists – games for youth, tattoos  + insurance

    c) Knox church – possibly home made pies

    d) Caledon Agricultural Society – pancakes – all day?

    e) Caledon Townhall Players – old fashioned tea room at CVP??

    f)  Caledon Tennis Club - possibly tennis tournament

    g) Scouts – Fay has contacted Scott Beaver who will discuss at their next meeting.                              Good suggestion was helping the Optimists organizing games.

Others to be contacted:     

     Fire Department – Susan offered to contact them

     OPP officers  - Susan offered to contact them

     Girl Guides – David offered to get a contact for this group

     High Schools -   Mauro offered to contact Robert F. Hall regarding a band                                                      Also, if the art students would like to create a sign for the entrance                                      to the             fairgrounds.         

                                   Josh offered to contact Mayfield for a band and/or art work

     Caledon Central Fay contact the principal requesting posters created from their                                            imagination how things looked 200 years ago?                                                                                    Either individually or a group to make a large banner for the front of                                                the exhibit hall.

     All students can get their volunteer hours for volunteering their services.

     First Aid Services: Susan said the Optimists have used Medway First Aid at their events.  They are volunteers who are working towards being        paramedics or nurses and are very good and they have lots of volunteers and they are dependable.  Susan will contact them. She also suggested they couldattend one of their meetings and we could attend and learn more about them.

 

This meeting was adjourned at 7:50 p.m. The Optimists and Lions Club member left and then we commenced the CVA meeting

 

 

 

 

 

 

Caledon Village Association Meeting

 

2. Business arising from the January meeting

 

    2.1  Funding from the Town to offset costs of removal of banners and installation of snowflakes on 12 poles in November has been received. Total invoice from Hogg and Nevills was $1,229.72.  A cheque for $500 was received from the Town in January.  

 

 Other Business:

 

   3.  A cheque was received from the Town in the amount of $1,000 from the  MACG grant that Fay applied for last fall. Did not think we had qualified.

  

   4.  No word on the Community Safety Zone; however close contact with MPP and Solicitor General Sylvia Jones is being maintained in order to keep this project at the forefront.

            Joshua is very interested in traffic calming measures and suggested that the lower speed limits commence further south and further north of where they are now. It suddenly drops from 80 km/hr to 60 km/hr and then 50 km /hr. too suddenly.  He, along with others, push for traffic lights at the Chester/Mistywood intersection on Hwy. 10 as it impossible to get out of both subdivisions.

            Kate said we must keep applying pressure to get this implemented ASAP.

 

  5.   Six Villages: Kate sent a letter to the Mayor and Town staff regarding the status of the Six Villages Project, it appears that some of the previous requests from residents have been included in the Six Villages, however there is a lot not being done. Kate read from a portion of the project that states”  Caledon Village is a safe, pedestrian-friendly and well-connected community. The Village offers a range of different services and commercial uses, which serve the travelling public as well as local residents. The needs of pedestrians are balanced with the needs of vehicular traffic”. They have created an image of a beautiful little village nestled in the hills with a few cars going through. No mention of the hundreds of cars coming from the north or the trucks that are constantly turning at the intersection. The only thing that has been done are the left turn lights which we waited years for.

 

  6.  Recreation Fund – According to Heather Haire,Treasurer, Finance for the Town of Caledon  there is $905,750 sitting in a Recreation fund. What is  the purpose of it?  Why is it there? Where did it come from? How long has it been  accumulating?  Kate will contact Ms. Haire again and ask for a deeper break down of the fund..

 

  7. Logo for CVA plus Bicentennial  (Fay has a contact who created Mono Mills Bicentennial  logo).               

 

  8.  Any other business to discuss?

       Mauro reminded us of the meat roll that the Lions Club is hosting on Feb. 29th. All    welcome

       Peter had photos showing the huge pile of snow that needs to be removed before

       the weather turns mild and the water runs through his basement once again.            Kate

       had also taken photos and she suggested Peter send his photos and she will send

       hers to FuWing Wong, Regional Councillor Ian Sinclair, Area Councillor Lynn                     Kiernan and Mayor Thompson

 

  9.  Next meeting will be March 10th      

 

 10.  Adjournment.

 

CALEDON VILLAGE ASSOCIATION

AGENDA

 

Tuesday, March 10,  2020 at  7 p.m.

OLD CALEDON TOWNSHIP HALL 

 

 

Call to order and welcome by Kate

   

   BICENTENNIAL CELEBRATIONS – Saturday, Sept. 26th 9 – 4 p.m. Caledon Fairgrounds.

  

    Kate introduced everybody in attendance.

 

    Fay reported not too much to report. Waiting to hear from each group regarding their   commitment and support.  

    a) Caledon Lions Club - possible BBQ?

    b) Caledon Optimists – games for youth, tattoos  + insurance

    c) Knox Church – possibly home made pies?

    d) Caledon Agricultural Society – pancakes – all day?

    e) Caledon Townhall Players – old fashioned tea room at CVP??

    f)  Caledon Tennis Club - possible tennis tournament?

    g) Scouts – Fay suggested to Scott Beaver regarding the possibility of the scouts                     helping the Optimists organize games for the young people.

    h) Fire Department – Kate ?

    i) OPP officers  - Susan?

    j)  Girl Guides – David offered to get a contact for this group

    k) Robert F. Hall Secondary School   Mauro has been in touch with this school        and they do have a band available to provide entertainment.

            the art  students will paint a Bicentennial sign to be installed at the       entrance to the fairgrounds. Cost of materials will be reimbursed.

 

          Present sign – Fay and Kate looked into the present sign to ensure it was                                               legal.                   

    l) Mayfield Secondary School  - Josh offered to contact Mayfield for a band and/or art                                                                         work

 

    m) Caledon Central Fay contact the principal requesting posters created from their                                       imagination how things looked 200 years ago?                                                                                    Either individually or a group to make a large banner for the front of                                                the exhibit hall.

    n)  First Aid Services: Susan said the Optimists have used Medway First Aid at                                                          their events.  No confirmation of this

    o)  Bicentennial logo creation. Kate and Fay met with Peter Smits who designed                                                                       the logo for Mono Mills Bicentennial and he is                                                                          offering to help us out. 

   

    p)  Map of Caledon Village with owners from 1920?  Bill

 

    q) Sound system for entertainment and announcements

 

    Any other ideas or commitments?

 

   Bicentennial meeting adjourned.  

 

 

 

 

 

Caledon Village Association Meeting, immediately following the Bicentennial discussions.

 

1. Approval of the agenda.

 

2.  Business arising from the February 11th meeting

 

            2.1 Community safety zone – no further information

 

           2.2  Six Villages – Fay and Kate met with Town staff and our two councillors

                    on Monday, March 2nd to get an update on this project. – Kate

      

            2.3   Recreation Fund – any more information?

 

           2.4   Peter will try to create a logo for the CVA as well as the bicentennial. They                         may be similar.                    

    

            2.5   Snow pile on George and McFaul. Kate said she checked and some of                                 the snow was removed on the Friday of the big storm.

 

 

New Business:

 

3.  Tourism Meeting held in Caledon Village Place on Monday, March 2. Kate

 

4.   Next meeting will be April 14     

 

5.  Adjournment.

 

 

 

 

 

CALEDON VILLAGE ASSOCIATION

MEETING NOTES

 

Tuesday, February 11,  2020 at  7 p.m.

OLD CALEDON TOWNSHIP HALL 

 

 

Call to order and welcome by Kate at 7 p.m.

 

Attendance:  Kate Hepworth, Colin Lewis, Yves deLisle, Fay McCrea. Mauro Testani,     Peter Robertson, Bill Stubbs, Joshua Russell, David Cunningham (Lions Club), Susan Montgomery and Wayne ? (Caledon Optimists) 

 

Regrets:  Barney Beckett, Councillors Ian Sinclair and Lynn Kiernan, Rev. Emma Pipes, David Irvine, Jackie Flynn, Judy Lewis   

   

   BICENTENNIAL CELEBRATIONS – Saturday, Sept. 26th 9 – 4 p.m. Caledon Fairgrounds.

  

    Kate introduced everybody in attendance.

 

    Fay reported on what has happened to date:

    a) Contact with Caledon Lions re possible BBQ

    b) Caledon Optimists – games for youth, tattoos  + insurance

    c) Knox church – possibly home made pies

    d) Caledon Agricultural Society – pancakes – all day?

    e) Caledon Townhall Players – old fashioned tea room at CVP??

    f)  Caledon Tennis Club - possibly tennis tournament

    g) Scouts – Fay has contacted Scott Beaver who will discuss at their next meeting.                              Good suggestion was helping the Optimists organizing games.

Others to be contacted:     

     Fire Department – Susan offered to contact them

     OPP officers  - Susan offered to contact them

     Girl Guides – David offered to get a contact for this group

     High Schools -   Mauro offered to contact Robert F. Hall regarding a band                                                      Also, if the art students would like to create a sign for the entrance                                      to the             fairgrounds.         

                                   Josh offered to contact Mayfield for a band and/or art work

     Caledon Central Fay contact the principal requesting posters created from their                                            imagination how things looked 200 years ago?                                                                                    Either individually or a group to make a large banner for the front of                                                the exhibit hall.

     All students can get their volunteer hours for volunteering their services.

     First Aid Services: Susan said the Optimists have used Medway First Aid at their events.  They are volunteers who are working towards being        paramedics or nurses and are very good and they have lots of volunteers and they are dependable.  Susan will contact them. She also suggested they couldattend one of their meetings and we could attend and learn more about them.

 

This meeting was adjourned at 7:50 p.m. The Optimists and Lions Club member left and then we commenced the CVA meeting

 

 

 

 

 

 

Caledon Village Association Meeting

 

2. Business arising from the January meeting

 

    2.1  Funding from the Town to offset costs of removal of banners and installation of snowflakes on 12 poles in November has been received. Total invoice from Hogg and Nevills was $1,229.72.  A cheque for $500 was received from the Town in January.  

 

 Other Business:

 

   3.  A cheque was received from the Town in the amount of $1,000 from the  MACG grant that Fay applied for last fall. Did not think we had qualified.

  

   4.  No word on the Community Safety Zone; however close contact with MPP and Solicitor General Sylvia Jones is being maintained in order to keep this project at the forefront.

            Joshua is very interested in traffic calming measures and suggested that the lower speed limits commence further south and further north of where they are now. It suddenly drops from 80 km/hr to 60 km/hr and then 50 km /hr. too suddenly.  He, along with others, push for traffic lights at the Chester/Mistywood intersection on Hwy. 10 as it impossible to get out of both subdivisions.

            Kate said we must keep applying pressure to get this implemented ASAP.

 

  5.   Six Villages: Kate sent a letter to the Mayor and Town staff regarding the status of the Six Villages Project, it appears that some of the previous requests from residents have been included in the Six Villages, however there is a lot not being done. Kate read from a portion of the project that states”  Caledon Village is a safe, pedestrian-friendly and well-connected community. The Village offers a range of different services and commercial uses, which serve the travelling public as well as local residents. The needs of pedestrians are balanced with the needs of vehicular traffic”. They have created an image of a beautiful little village nestled in the hills with a few cars going through. No mention of the hundreds of cars coming from the north or the trucks that are constantly turning at the intersection. The only thing that has been done are the left turn lights which we waited years for.

 

  6.  Recreation Fund – According to Heather Haire,Treasurer, Finance for the Town of Caledon  there is $905,750 sitting in a Recreation fund. What is  the purpose of it?  Why is it there? Where did it come from? How long has it been  accumulating?  Kate will contact Ms. Haire again and ask for a deeper break down of the fund..

 

  7. Logo for CVA plus Bicentennial  (Fay has a contact who created Mono Mills Bicentennial  logo).               

 

  8.  Any other business to discuss?

       Mauro reminded us of the meat roll that the Lions Club is hosting on Feb. 29th. All    welcome

       Peter had photos showing the huge pile of snow that needs to be removed before

       the weather turns mild and the water runs through his basement once again.            Kate

       had also taken photos and she suggested Peter send his photos and she will send

       hers to FuWing Wong, Regional Councillor Ian Sinclair, Area Councillor Lynn                     Kiernan and Mayor Thompson

 

  9.  Next meeting will be March 10th      

 

 10.  Adjournment.