July 2018

Middlesex Centre Communicator

Council Highlights

Stay informed on Council meetings & decisions through our municipal website. View Council Meeting Agenda & Minutes July Meetings of Council Wednesday, July 18th Wednesday, July 25th August Meetings of Council Wednesday, August 15th, 6:00 pm

July 2018 Council Highlights Enabling Accessibility Grant Application - Delaware Community Centre Treatment of vacant and excess land and vacant unit rebates Delaware/Komoka Water Supply Interconnect Project Tender Results Middlesex-London Health Unit - Public Health Services Review Presentation  Application for Zoning By-Law Amendment - HLH Investments (Agent: Zelinka Priamo Ltd.) 13349 Ilderton Road Application for funding through Ontario Trillium Foundation for Arva & Delaware Playground equipment By-law Enforcement Officer and Risk Management Inspector Appointment

2018 Municipal Elections

The 2018 Municipal Elections will be held on Monday, October 22nd, 2018

It's Official! Here are your Municipal Council & School Board Candidates for the 2018 Municipal Elections: Official List of Certified Candidates Declaration of Acclaimed Candidates

On the List to Vote? Go to VoterLookup.ca

For more information on the Municipal Election - visit our Elections 2018 web page For all Questions related to the 2018 Municipal Election, Please Contact: Ann Wright - Clerk 519-666-0190 extension 225 [email protected]

Download Thank You Ilderton! PDF Flyer

Download Paint the Town Red! PDF Flyer

CORPORATE SERVICES

The 2017 Financial Statements (PDF) are now available. These statements offer a snapshot of the Municipality’s books of accounts at year-end and a financial summary of its operations, includes the independent auditor’s report, which is filed every year as required by law.

The Final Property Tax Bills will be calculated and mailed out in Early August.

Did you know? The Final Middlesex Centre Residential Tax Rate (including County and Education is 1.138% or 0.01138150. To find out more about Taxes in Middlesex Centre, have look at our Taxes Information Insert (PDF) .

Visit our Municipal Budget & Financial Information Page

PICKLEBALL?!

The municipality recently painted "Pickeball" lines at he Tennis courts at Westbrook Park, Komoka Park, and Delaware Lions Park. This oddly named sport has seen a meteoric rise in popularity throughout North America. But Exactly What is Pickleball? "Pickleball is a paddle sport that combines elements of badminton, tennis, and table tennis. Two or four players use solid paddles made of wood or composite materials to hit a perforated polymer ball, similar to a Wiffle Ball, over a net." - Wikipedia . We hope you enjoy the new courts and make good use out of them! To learn more about Pickleball, see this instructional video below:

FARMER'S MARKETS! #SHOPLOCAL

Have you visited one of our local Farmer's Markets yet this year? Do you like fresh & seasonal fruits and vegetables? How about local honey, maple syrup and baked goods?There are 3 available seasonal markets right in your backyard! Support your local economy and farmers by dropping by one of these delicious locations:

Ilderton Farmer's Market Saturdays from 8 am - 12 pm Ilderton - Municipal Pakring lot in the heart of Ilderton Follow Ilderton Farmers Market on Facebook

Coldstream Farmer's Market Saturdays from 9 am - 12 pm 10266 Ilderton Rd (Coldsteam) Behind the Marsh Store Follow Coldstream Farmer's Market on Facebook (via Coldstream Conservation Area/Enviro-Friends)

Komoka Community Market Saturdays from 8 am - 1 pm 1 Tunks Lane, Komoka (Komoka Wellness Centre Parking Lot) Follow Komoka Community Market on Facebook

KOMOKA KINGS 2018-2019 SEASON!

"The boys are ready to take to the ice in the month of August for practices and exhibition games to excite and tempt the hockey lovers palate. Stop by to watch the Team in action at either event as we sharpen our edges to get ready with a New Team Roster and Coaching Staff ready to take on all comers in the 2018 - 2019 season." Show your support for great local hockey! Get your season tickets now!

Visit the Komoka Kings Official Website for News, Schedules and Ticket Information

Photo/Design by Matt Hiscox Photography

BUSINESS HIGHLIGHT: STEWART OVERHEAD DOORS (DELAWARE)

Founded in 1963, Stewart Overhead Door has grown to become a leading supplier and installer of overhead garage doors in London and surrounding area. Based in Middlesex County (Delaware), they carry a complete line of garage door products for residential, commercial and agricultural applications

See "Invest in Middlesex" Website for more videos and information on Middlesex County Businesses and Opportunities

NOTICE OF STUDY COMPLETION: Glendon Drive Streetscape Municipal Class Environmental Assessment

Middlesex County and the Municipality of Middlesex Centre have completed a Schedule ‘C’ Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (Class EA) to identify potential streetscape improvements to Glendon Drive, County Road 14. The study area extends from the Thames River Bridge through the communities of Kilworth and Komoka to the Highway 402 interchange. The Class EA has been undertaken in accordance with the planning process outlined in the Municipal Engineers Association, Municipal Class EA (2000, as amended in 2007, 2011, & 2015).  Notice of Completion Glendon Draft ESR Table of Contents Glendon Draft ESR Chapters 1-8 (Existing Conditions) Glendon Draft ESR Chapters 9-17 (Alternatives and Recommendations) Appendices A1-A2 (Project Notices and PIC Material) Appendices A3 (Public, Agency, First Nations input)  Appendices B-F (Supporting Information) Corridor Drawings

COMMUNITY EVENTS

August 3 - Delaware Speedway - Super Stock Jukasa Canadian Nationals Qualifiers & Autograph Night - 7:30 pm Race Start See Delaware Speedway website for full details!

August 4 - Scott & Tessa Present "Thank You Ilderton!" 3 pm - 10 pm Parade (Starts at 3 pm), Live Music, Kid's Zone, Food Trucks, Beer Gardens - Lots of Fun! TICKET INFORMATION

August 7 - Blood Donor Clinic (Ilderton) - 2 pm to 4 pm & 6pm to 8 pm 13168 Ilderton Road - Two sessions available 2pm-4pm & 6pm-8pm

August 10 - Delaware Speedway Weekly Racing - 7:30 pm Race Start See Delaware Speedway website for full details!

August 15 - Meeting of Municipal Council - 6:00 pm

August 18 - Delaware Speedway - ISMA Supermodifieds 75 - 7:30 pm Race Start See Delaware Speedway website for full details!

August 24 - Delaware Speedway - Emergency Services Night - 7:30 pm Race Start See Delaware Speedway website for full details!

August 25 - Delaware Legion Golf Tournament - Twin Streams 12:00 pm See Delaware Legion Golf Tournament PDF Flyer

August 31 - Delaware Speedway - Krown Rust Control Night - 7:30 pm Race Start See Delaware Speedway website for full details!

Let us know about your local community event! Michael Barnier 519-666-0190 extension 259 [email protected]

ONLINE BILLING

To pay Middlesex Centre bills through your online banking:   Water bills, dog licenses and drains: Payee:  Middlesex Centre Utilities Account #:  10-digit account number as listed on your bill or statement Property taxes: Payee: Middlesex Centre Taxes Account #:  19-digit roll number as listed on your property tax bill or statement * RBC users will need to exclude the first 4 digits, “3939” and enter the remaining 14 digits only.   Please allow time for bank processing when paying online. We recommend that all online payments are made 3 days before the due date in order to avoid potential late penalties.

Did you know Middlesex Centre offers two options to receive your bills electronically? e-mail delivery:  PDF attachment to provided email address.  e-commerce:  Allows residents to login to access current and historical bills Visit us online at middlesexcentre.on.ca/emailbilling or middlesexcentre.on.ca/ecommerce to signup or contact the Water Billing Department (X264) for more information!

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