Public Notice
Final budget presentation and public delegations
Community members are welcome to attend a meeting when proposed 2014 budgets for Guelph’s Local Boards and Shares Services (Guelph Police Services Board, Guelph Public Library Board, Wellington Dufferin Guelph Public Health, Social Services and Social Housing, Downtown Guelph Business Association) are presented to City Council:
Wednesday, November 27, 6 p.m.
Council Chambers, City Hall, 1 Carden Street
Community members are also invited to comment on all aspects of the City’s budget during a public meeting on:
Thursday, November 28, 6 p.m.
Council Chambers, City Hall, 1 Carden Street
Registered delegates are invited to speak to City Council. To register, please call 519-837-5603 or email clerks@guelph.ca by 9 a.m. on November 22.
Guelph’s Financial Strategy is presented in four sections:
- Capital Investment Strategy: 2014-2023 proposed Capital Budget and Forecast
- Non-tax-supported Strategy: 2014 proposed Operating and Capital Budget and Forecast
- Tax-supported Operating Strategy: 2014 proposed Operating Budget and Forecast
- Local Boards and Shared Services Strategy: 2014 proposed Operating and Capital Budget
In each section, the City will show how Guelph is delivering on its mission to build an exceptional city by providing outstanding municipal service and value.
Visit guelph.ca/budget to view the full schedule of budget presentations and budget documents.
November 18 public meeting to discuss Development Charges (DCs)
Community members are invited to a public meeting to provide input on the City’s proposed development charges by-law and underlying background study, pursuant to Section 12 of the Development Charges Act, 1997.
Anyone attending the meeting may make representations relating to the proposed by-law and background study. The meeting is to be held:
Monday, November 18
6-8 p.m.
Council Chambers, City Hall
1 Carden Street, Guelph, ON N1H 3A1
Anyone unable to attend the meeting can provide written comments on the proposed by-law by writing the City Clerk at the address above or emailing clerks@guelph.ca before November 15, 2013
The proposed by-law will be available for viewing at City Hall and will be posted online at guelph.ca/finance on October 31, 2013.
Repairs planned for Macdonell Street parking lot
Guelph, ON, October 22, 2013 – The City is undertaking structural maintenance and repair work in the Macdonell Street parking lot, starting on Tuesday, October 29.
Subject to weather conditions, the work will take approximately two weeks to complete, and requires the complete closure of the parking lot.
“We thank Macdonell Street parking lot users for their patience and understanding as we continue to ensure the parking lot meets acceptable safety standards”, explained Allister McILveen, manager of traffic and parking services.
The City will assist permit holders by arranging alternate parking in the downtown core. To find alternative parking options visit guelph.ca/parking.
For more information
Anna Marie O’Connell
Supervisor, Parking Facilities
Public Works
519-822-1260 extension 2254
annamarie.oconnell@guelph.ca
Repairs taking place in Wilson Street parking lot
Guelph, ON, October 9, 2013 – The City is undertaking structural maintenance and repair work in the Wilson Street parking lot, starting on Tuesday, October 15.
Subject to weather conditions, the work will take approximately two weeks to complete, and requires the complete closure of the parking lot.
“We thank Wilson Street parking lot users in advance for their patience and understanding as we continue to ensure the parking lot meets the acceptable safety standards”, explained Allister McILveen, manager of traffic and parking services.
To find alternative parking options visit guelph.ca/parking.
For more information
Anna Marie O’Connell
Supervisor, Parking Facilities
Public Works
519-822-1260 extension 2254
annamarie.oconnell@guelph.ca
Community Open House: Water Supply Master Plan Update
The City of Guelph is updating its Council-approved Water Supply Master Plan to define how we will continue to access a sustainable supply of water—for residential and industrial use—over the next 25 years.
Reviewing our existing water supply system is an opportunity to discuss with the community how best to manage this vital supply so that we continue to provide the high level of service Guelph residents have come to expect.
Today, our existing water supply fulfills the city’s commitment to provide a safe and reliable supply of water. Our updated Master Plan will provide short-term, mid-term and long-term water supply options to meet Guelph’s predicted demand for water in the future.
Our review will follow the requirements of a Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (Class EA). When we are finished—after our Water Supply Master Plan Update is reviewed by the Guelph community and approved by Council—we will have identified constraints and opportunities related to our existing water supply system. We’ll also have evaluated and prioritized a number of individual projects to either increase the capacity of our existing system or to reduce our demand for water.
You’re Invited to Attend
You’re invited to attend the first Community Open House to learn more about the Water Supply Master Plan update. The Open House will run from 6-8:30 p.m. You’re welcome to drop–in anytime during the open house. A short presentation and a question and answer session will run from 7-7:30 pm. Project team members will be on-hand to discuss any questions or comments that you may have.
Thursday, October 10, 2013
6-8:30 p.m.
Council Chambers
City Hall
1 Carden Street, Guelph
To find out more about the project, visit guelph.ca/water and follow the Water Supply Master Plan link, or contact:
Dave Belanger
Water Supply Program Manager
City of Guelph
519-822-1260 extension 2186
dave.belanger@guelph.ca
Water Supply Program Manager
City of Guelph
519-822-1260 extension 2186
dave.belanger@guelph.ca
2013 Property taxes due
The fourth and final installment of your 2013 property taxes is due Monday, September 30, 2013.
Please choose one of the following payment options:
• Set up an automatic payment plan and you’ll never miss a deadline again
• Pay in person at your bank, or ask them about online and telephone banking options
• Pay by credit card (certain fees apply)
• Pay in person at City Hall
• Mail your post-dated cheque to City of Guelph, Tax Office, 1 Carden Street, Guelph, ON N1H 3A1
You can also use epost to view your property tax bill.
If you have recently moved or have not received your tax bill please call 519-837-5605.
For more information
City of Guelph, Tax Office
1 Carden Street
Guelph, ON N1H 3A1
519-837-5605
tax@guelph.ca
Fall Watermain Cleaning Program
The Fall 2013 Watermain Cleaning Program is now complete. Thank you for your cooperation.
To reduce the likelihood of customers experiencing discoloured or brown water, Guelph Water Services is completing the Fall component of its Watermain Cleaning Program. The program begins Monday, September 2, 2013 and will end on the targeted completion date of Friday September 27, 2013. Watermain cleaning will take place weekdays between the hours of 10 p.m. and 6 a.m. Customers may experience discoloured water during the cleaning process. The areas to be cleaned during the Program are indicated by the bold streets in the map below.
Discoloured water results when iron and manganese, minerals that are naturally present in Guelph’s groundwater, combine with chlorine to form small rust particles or flakes. The chlorine Guelph is required to add to its groundwater aggravates this situation. Iron sediment normally settles on the bottom of the City’s watermain piping, but can be disturbed during system maintenance or during times of high water use to cause discoloured water.
The purpose of the watermain cleaning program is to remove accumulated sediment from the City’s watermains. Customers connected to the watermain being cleaned and residents in the immediate area may experience discoloured water. This is a normal part of the cleaning program.
To minimize customer inconvenience, Water Services delivers notification letters to these affected customers prior to the beginning of cleaning activities. Occasionally, customers located outside the watermain cleaning area may also experience discoloured water. These instances of discoloured water may be due to the migration of discoloured water from one area of the distribution system to another and/or high water demand. If you experience discoloured water and have not been notified of watermain cleaning in your area, please contact Guelph Water Services at 519-837-5627 or waterworks@guelph.ca.
Fall watermain cleaning map – 2013Meeting of the Water Supply Master Plan Community Liaison Committee
The City of Guelph is hosting the first meeting of the Water Supply Master Plan Community Liaison Committee. The public is welcome to attend this meeting to learn more about the Water Supply Master Plan update.
Tuesday, September 17, 2013
7-9 p.m.
City Hall Meeting Room C
1 Carden Street, Guelph
Stay tuned for information about the first Community Open House to be held in the fall.
About the Water Supply Master Plan Update
The City of Guelph is updating its Council-approved Water Supply Master Plan to define how we will continue to access a sustainable supply of water—for residential and industrial use—over the next 25 years.
Reviewing our existing water supply system is an opportunity to discuss with the community how best to manage this vital supply so that we continue to provide the high level of service Guelph residents have come to expect.
Today, our existing water supply fulfills the City’s commitment to provide a safe and reliable supply of water. Our updated Master Plan will provide short-term, mid-term and long-term water supply options to meet Guelph’s predicted demand for water in the future.
Our review will follow the requirements of a Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (Class EA). When we are finished—after our Water Supply Master Plan Update is reviewed by the Guelph community and approved by Council—we will have identified constraints and opportunities related to our existing water supply system. We’ll also have evaluated and prioritized a number of individual projects to either increase the capacity of our existing system or to reduce our demand for water.
More about the Water Supply Master Plan Update
To RSVP for the Community Liaison Committee Meeting, or to find out more about the Water Supply Master Plan Update, contact:
Dave Belanger
Water Supply Program Manager
City of Guelph
519-822-1260 extension 2186
dave.belanger@guelph.ca
Water Supply Program Manager
City of Guelph
519-822-1260 extension 2186
dave.belanger@guelph.ca
Fall 2013 Watermain Cleaning Program begins Monday, September 2
The Fall 2013 Watermain Cleaning Program is now complete. Thank you for your cooperation.
To reduce the likelihood of customers experiencing discoloured or brown water, Guelph Water Services is completing the fall component of its Watermain Cleaning Program. The program will begin Monday,September 2 and will end on the targeted completion date of Friday, September 27. Watermain cleaning will take place weekdays between the hours of 10 p.m. and 6 a.m. Customers may experience discoloured water during the cleaning process. The areas to be cleaned during the Fall Watermain Cleaning Program are indicated by the coloured streets on the map [PDF 222kb].
Discoloured water results when iron and manganese, minerals that are naturally present in Guelph’s groundwater, combine with chlorine to form small rust particles or flakes. The chlorine Guelph is required to add to its groundwater aggravates this situation. Iron sediment normally settles on the bottom of the City’s watermain piping, but can be disturbed during system maintenance or during times of high water use to cause discoloured water.
The purpose of the watermain cleaning program is to remove accumulated sediment from the City’s watermains. Customers connected to the watermain being cleaned and residents in the immediate area may experience discoloured water. This is a normal part of the cleaning program.
To minimize customer inconvenience, Water Services delivers notification letters to these affected customers prior to the beginning of cleaning activities. Occasionally, customers located outside the watermain cleaning area may also experience discoloured water. These instances of discoloured water may be due to the migration of discoloured water from one area of the distribution system to another and/or high water demand. If you experience discoloured water and have not been notified of watermain cleaning in your area, please contact Guelph Water Services at 519-837-5627.
For more information, visit guelph.ca/water.