tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32135914841435004312024-03-13T09:26:29.658-05:00Birch Glen TalkbackThe official blog of the Birch Glen Residents' Association. Clarkson, Mississauga, Ontario, Canada. Here we will post news from the City of Mississauga of interest to our residents. We will also post neighbourhood and community news.birchglentalkbackhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00149283076809543877noreply@blogger.comBlogger75125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3213591484143500431.post-56672809407168387332024-03-07T16:22:00.001-05:002024-03-07T16:22:36.575-05:00Daylight Savings Time begins this weekend!<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEBv8n9RgdyRm1q5-5ye5pLh9jd1F5GNyCMqotWM_F3lWRC-s2MXwW1PqtIuRngvS7Shv9gboDKalQywz-mUuvXW8RdZE8lxGXA5-1viLQ88pRR-C23g-P28vcvyb7A_F1maWNnjiMns3b2tqGX0F1lJygCOqN-PebKzlEK1imW7pbGb7Y7rhKQN5l1ew/s284/DST2024.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="177" data-original-width="284" height="177" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEBv8n9RgdyRm1q5-5ye5pLh9jd1F5GNyCMqotWM_F3lWRC-s2MXwW1PqtIuRngvS7Shv9gboDKalQywz-mUuvXW8RdZE8lxGXA5-1viLQ88pRR-C23g-P28vcvyb7A_F1maWNnjiMns3b2tqGX0F1lJygCOqN-PebKzlEK1imW7pbGb7Y7rhKQN5l1ew/s1600/DST2024.jpeg" width="284" /></a></div>Whether you like it or not, Daylight Savings Time does begin this weekend, specifically between 2:00 - 3:00 AM on <b>Sunday, March 10</b>. Yes, you will lose an hour's sleep overnight -- or you can just get up an hour later than usual.<p></p><p>Remember to set your clocks ahead one hour either before you retire for the niight, or when you get up in the morning.</p>birchglentalkbackhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00149283076809543877noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3213591484143500431.post-11951201950598282302024-03-07T15:34:00.000-05:002024-03-07T15:34:31.301-05:00Weekly Yard Waste Pickup Resuming<p> As we look forward to Spring 2024, please note that weekly collection of yard waste has now begun (as of March 4). You can use either containers or bags. If using bags, use only <i><b>brown kraft paper bags</b><b>,</b></i> which can be purchased from any grocery store, hardware store, and other retail locations. If you wish to use a reusable container, it must be open and rigid and labled with "yard waste" stickers which are available from any Peel Community Recycling Centre or by callling 905-791-9499. A container must weigh less than 20kg. Do not use one of the wheeled bins provided by Peel for garbage, recycling or organics.</p><p>Acceptable yard waste items include:</p><p></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>leaves and grass rakings </li><li>tree trimmings and branches</li><li>brush and hedge trimmings</li><li>household and garden plants (minus the soil)</li></ul><p></p>birchglentalkbackhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00149283076809543877noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3213591484143500431.post-53545718795466526912023-11-06T15:19:00.000-05:002023-11-06T15:19:12.985-05:00What Type of Fireworks Dislays Are Permitted in Mississauga? <div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZ4YRHLGi0_ft0DP_ODtxo2y-Ftr65WyDXr2PN1lNYjdMgkc9ZzltEfJEprg7Hv2tP_fowItZsRtnEiBKz67AJNvxi5fAcPF-_2hoQ_wFMVqV7-1dSaKplEB61mFDsB-Lo-gBY0iGjKL2wB3Jk_uHANJ4UF0zFxnGJBDUFzTqs7pw06UlQpK-95MU4VY0/s1600/cartoon-rocket-fireworks-clipart-vector-illustration-77439354.webp" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1290" data-original-width="1600" height="149" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZ4YRHLGi0_ft0DP_ODtxo2y-Ftr65WyDXr2PN1lNYjdMgkc9ZzltEfJEprg7Hv2tP_fowItZsRtnEiBKz67AJNvxi5fAcPF-_2hoQ_wFMVqV7-1dSaKplEB61mFDsB-Lo-gBY0iGjKL2wB3Jk_uHANJ4UF0zFxnGJBDUFzTqs7pw06UlQpK-95MU4VY0/w185-h149/cartoon-rocket-fireworks-clipart-vector-illustration-77439354.webp" width="185" /></a></div>Over the past year, Mississauga City Council has been debating when and where private and public fireworks display can and should be permitted within the City. This is a touchy subject because fireworks have become such an integral part of celebrating holidays such as Canada Day and Victoria Day in Canada. Also many people who come to Canada from other countries have holidays unique to their countries and cultures which involve setting off fireworks. City Council has taken these into consideration and has consulted with group representatives and industry experts to craft a by-law that can be applied and enacted across the City and its residents.</div><div><br /></div><div><b><span style="font-size: medium;">Overview</span></b></div><div>The <b><span style="color: #ffa400; font-size: medium;">Fireworks By-law</span></b> regulates the sale and use of fireworks in Mississauga. Fireworks in Mississauga are currently permitted on private property until midnight on Victoria Day, Canada Day, Lunar New Year and Diwali. Fireworks are not permitted on a public street, park or road without a permit.</div><div><br /></div><div><span style="font-size: medium;"><b>Frequently asked questions</b></span></div><div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><b>When are fireworks permitted?</b></li><ul><li>Fireworks on private property may be used without a permit only on <b><span style="color: red; font-size: medium;">Lunar New Year, Victoria Day, Canada Day and Diwali</span></b>. Fireworks are currently permitted until midnight and <u><i>only for the holiday, not the days before or after.</i></u></li><li>To use fireworks on private property any other day of the year, residents must obtain a permit from Mississauga Fire and Emergency Services.</li></ul><li><b>What kinds of fireworks are permitted?</b></li><ul><li>“F1” Family Class (low-hazard fireworks) are permitted on designated fireworks holidays without a permit. Members of the general public are not permitted to buy professional-grade fireworks.</li></ul><li><b>Where are fireworks permitted?</b></li><ul><li>Fireworks are permitted on <b>private property</b> that you own/occupy or the property of someone else with their consent. </li><li>Residents are not allowed to set off fireworks in a street, public property such as a park or any private property that is not their own.</li></ul></ul></div>birchglentalkbackhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00149283076809543877noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3213591484143500431.post-62167614615604682672023-10-28T16:06:00.003-05:002023-10-30T01:09:11.764-05:00Dangers of Fake Spider Webs as Halloween Decorations<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhevwRDW7QAUhzY329itF9b0QBMTSJaX_HaHlQx-nN76mItvHZ5ahc34OXtkC84qMFfXvhVlIujsu8MQW3eBF4SuqvCh_rZY209OY8WBm1kvQzcZok7VJMemIFxrROoD04y5-JfDkfnxEI9OY2bbmpeHmDAM5BvTCBAT8-CUvSPCQmPKkIOk54d_IlRgr8/s225/spider%20webs.jpeg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="225" data-original-width="225" height="168" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhevwRDW7QAUhzY329itF9b0QBMTSJaX_HaHlQx-nN76mItvHZ5ahc34OXtkC84qMFfXvhVlIujsu8MQW3eBF4SuqvCh_rZY209OY8WBm1kvQzcZok7VJMemIFxrROoD04y5-JfDkfnxEI9OY2bbmpeHmDAM5BvTCBAT8-CUvSPCQmPKkIOk54d_IlRgr8/w168-h168/spider%20webs.jpeg" width="168" /></a></div>Many homeowners have already begun to decorate their homes and yards for Halloween. This is just a note of caution to consider all forms of wildlife that may inhabit or visit your yard while you are preparing to decorate.<p></p><p>Every year, birds from the size of hummingbirds to owls become entangled in seemingly harmless decorations. Fake spider webs can also be detrimental to small mammals such as chipmunks and squirrels. Even the insects that play a crucial role in keeping our ecosystem healthy can be affected.</p><p>Often, if wildlife is not injured when they first enter the fake web, they almost always sustain injuries while attempting to free themselves from the sticky material. So, for this Spooky Season (and future ones), ditch the fake webs to help keep the birds, insects, and other critters safe from harm.</p><p>NOTE: Many of us, including this writer, have been guilty of using the fake webs to help create a spooky atmosphere. Mine have now been consigned to the garbage pail. We hope yours have as well.</p>birchglentalkbackhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00149283076809543877noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3213591484143500431.post-12973982248954362192023-10-28T10:30:00.000-05:002023-10-28T10:30:08.198-05:00<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFwcJQZiD_jiaKEW4EiF8iF6f2q6ZgN4OljmT_kkncc6BsLXAF0fvquibG6g1tMflXQCJk81Pvh56r-FeEmBqOZ0p1XZ1uYT77ZCil11Q4_V77orQad90Prsgvwim5t5mX918mKa9kmLDYyWrrKRNrAAkCzcIDE_hOPfMvhGsv62GFoYSWLh-ucyG_jdE/s238/child.gif" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="213" data-original-width="238" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFwcJQZiD_jiaKEW4EiF8iF6f2q6ZgN4OljmT_kkncc6BsLXAF0fvquibG6g1tMflXQCJk81Pvh56r-FeEmBqOZ0p1XZ1uYT77ZCil11Q4_V77orQad90Prsgvwim5t5mX918mKa9kmLDYyWrrKRNrAAkCzcIDE_hOPfMvhGsv62GFoYSWLh-ucyG_jdE/s1600/child.gif" width="238" /></a></div><span style="font-size: x-large;">Have a safe and happy Halloween. Small children should always be accompanied by an adult, </span><br /> <p></p>birchglentalkbackhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00149283076809543877noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3213591484143500431.post-73219046619404086922023-10-28T09:57:00.000-05:002023-10-28T09:57:00.196-05:00Yard Waste CollectionOur yard waste will be collected weekly until the beginning of December. Our final day for yard waste pickup in 2023 will be on <b><span style="color: red;">Monday, December 4</span>. </b><div><h2 style="background-color: white; color: #1f1f1f; font-family: "Open Sans", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; margin: 40px 0px 20px; outline: none;">Acceptable yard waste items</h2><ul style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: "Open Sans", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; list-style-image: initial; list-style-position: initial; outline: none; text-align: left;"><li style="outline: none;">Leaves and yard rakings with debris</li><li style="outline: none;">Tree trimmings, branches</li><li style="outline: none;">Brush, hedge trimmings</li><li style="outline: none;">Household and garden plants</li><ul><li style="outline: none;">Please remove excess soil from roots before disposal</li></ul><li style="outline: none;">Halloween pumpkins (without the candle).</li></ul><div><br /></div><div>
Remember that yard waste should be in either paper yard waste bags or an open container (e.g. an old garbage can). For further information on using bins and containers for yard waste, go to <a href="https://www.peelregion.ca/waste/yard-waste">https://www.peelregion.ca/waste/yard-waste</a>.</div></div>birchglentalkbackhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00149283076809543877noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3213591484143500431.post-90396260628428897112023-10-17T10:30:00.000-05:002023-10-17T10:30:27.716-05:00Halloween in Clarkson Village 2023Bring your children (all ages) in costume to Clarkson Village on Saturday, October 28 from 10 am to 2 pm. Stroll along Lakeshore Road West and stop by the many stores, merchants, and restaurants to sample some Halloween candy and goodies.
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If you choose this latter option, our neighbourhood is included in the <b><span style="color: #04ff00;">GREEN ROUTE</span></b>. This involves pickup during two separate weeks in November -- Nov.6-10 and Nov.27-Dec.1, 2023. If you miss those dates, place leaves in yard waste bags for pickup on our regular waste pickup days (Monday).
Please follow the steps outlined in the accompanying image. It is very important to move parked cars off the street and to keep the area free to allow the vacuum trucks access to the boulevard.<div><br /></div><div>This will be the fifth year that we have had vacuum leaf pickup. For additional information, consult the post we made on November 3, 2018<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Remember that Daylight Savings Time ends this weekend. <span style="color: red;"><b>Turn back your clocks one hour</b></span> Saturday night before going to bed (so you have an extra hour of sleep Sunday morning).</span>birchglentalkbackhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00149283076809543877noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3213591484143500431.post-61749797531558122722018-11-03T13:42:00.002-05:002018-11-03T13:42:51.048-05:00Great News! Fall Leaf Pickup coming to Birch Glen!<br />
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During the fall, the City of Mississauga provides Vacuum Leaf Pickup service to streets that are more than 35 years old and contain many mature large trees. Streets with fewer and younger trees are not included in the program.</div>
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<span style="background-color: yellow;"><span style="color: #222222;">Our neighbourhood (and surrounding area north of the Lakeshore) qualify under the<b> </b></span><span style="color: #38761d;"><b>GREEN Flyer Schedule</b></span><span style="color: #274e13;">,</span><span style="color: #222222;"> which means our leaves will be vacuumed <u>the weeks of Nov. 5-9 and Nov. 26-30</u>. </span></span></div>
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<li>Rake leaves to the edge of the grass by Sunday of the week before your scheduled vacuum leaf pickup. <b>Do not rake leaves onto the road.</b></li>
<li>Do not mix items such as wood, brick or brush with the leaves as they can damage equipment or injure workers.</li>
<li>Help reduce potential flooding by keeping curbside storm drains clear of leaves.</li>
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The Region of Peel will also pick up leaves on your regular waste collection day until<br />
December 13, 2018. Leaves must be placed curbside in open, reusable containers such as bushel baskets, labelled rigid plastic containers or paper yard waste bags weighing less than<br />
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For more information on the City's Leaf Pickup program, contact 3-1-1 (or 905-615-4311 from outside the City) from Monday to Friday between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m.</div>
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As noted in previous posts, this group of buildings, plus the buildings on the northwest side of the railway track and a house on the northeast side of the tracks, are known historically as the original Clarkson Corners. The former Clarkson railway station was located close by. The current yoga studio building was a cold storage unit for preserving produce. The building that was just demolished began its life as the original post office for Clarkson, then a bank, before becoming Auld's Butcher Shop. It has been an integral part of the community for well over 150 years, and it will be missed.<br />
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The City of Mississauga and Heritage Mississauga had wanted to preserve some of the buildings on this site and were supposed to be meeting with the developer to discuss possibilities. The developer has already appealed to the OMB because the City is opposed to the development as currently proposed.<br />
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We will now never know the possibile outcome of those meetings. It would have been great to have seen the buildings restored as historical reminders of Clarkson's past. The residents of Clarkson are proud of its history and the role the village played in the settlement of Mississauga. This is the first European settlement in the area, and the Clarkson family was instrumental in its formation as a village. Clarkson Corners was definitely its heart. We are fortunate to be home to two fantastic musuem properties -- Benares Historial House on Clarkson Road North, and the Bradley House Museum on Orr Road at Meadowwood Road. This latter property already houses several historical buildings, but there was no indication that the butcher shop would have been added to the site. It is a mute point now. All we have left are photographs and memories, and a sense that there has been a disruption in the time continuum. We will have to wait to seee what the future brings.birchglentalkbackhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00149283076809543877noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3213591484143500431.post-26322180702911591792017-04-27T12:22:00.000-05:002017-04-27T12:22:55.762-05:00Recent Change in Ownership for Petro-Canada LubricantsBelow is the official notice from the new owners of the local Petro-Canada Lubricants facility at the foot of Southdown Road in Clarkson.<br />
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Corporation, headquartered in Dallas, Texas, is an independent petroleum
refiner and marketer that produces high value light products such as gasoline,
diesel fuel, jet fuel and other specialty products. With the addition of
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The facility has been a part of the Clarkson landscape since 1943, and has changed ownership and name several times over the years -- first as British American Oil, then Gulf Oil, to Petro-Canada Lubricants in 1985. Under HollyFrontier, it will continue to operate under the Petro-Canada Lubricants, Inc. name and it will be business as usual for PCLI and the community.<br />
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The <b>Community Liaison Committee</b>, of which the <b><span style="color: lime;">Birch Glen Residents' Association</span></b> has been a functioning member for over 20 years, will continue to meet bi-monthly with senior staff at Petro-Canada throughout the year, bringing community concerns to management, and relaying information back to the community.<br />
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Residents can still call the Community Emergency Response/Notification line at 1-866-644-5678 to file noise or odour complaints or to receive up to the moment information about specific situations.<br />
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birchglentalkbackhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00149283076809543877noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3213591484143500431.post-19388288076707043292017-04-19T15:28:00.001-05:002017-04-19T15:29:40.983-05:00Earth Day 2017This coming <b>Saturday, April 22</b>, is <b>Earth Day</b>. Although we have not organized a formal neighbourhood cleanup this year, some residents may be in the park and wandering the streets picking up litter. We would ask residents to celebrate the day by cleaning up their own properties and boulevards or joining with neighbours to clean up their streets.<br />
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birchglentalkbackhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00149283076809543877noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3213591484143500431.post-23163069409294055492017-04-05T11:10:00.000-05:002017-05-01T17:16:14.301-05:00Housing Developments in Clarkson-Lorne Park areaThe landscape of Clarkson-Lorne Park is changing with a number of housing and business developments being proposed during the latter part of 2016 and the early part of 2017. Here are some of the applications being considered by the City of Mississauga Planning & Building staff:<br />
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<li><b>1190-1200 Lorne Park Road</b> -- This is the site of the now-closed St. Paul's Anglican Church, just north of the plaza, and on the corner of Lorne Park Road and Garden Road. The applicant's proposal is to revise the official plan and zoning to permit a condominium development consisting of 4 semidetached homes and 6 townhouses on the east portion of the property, plus 2 freehold detached and 2 freehold semi-detached homes fronting onto Garden Road. Information can be found on the City of Mississauga's website at <a href="https://www7.mississauga.ca/documents/PublicNotices/2017/oz16014_notice-complete_application_n3.pdf" target="_blank">https://www7.mississauga.ca/documents/PublicNotices/2017/oz16014_notice-complete_application_n3.pdf</a> </li>
<li><b>1101-1109 Clarkson Road North</b> -- Currently, this site houses a couple of vacated properties (the former Auld & Son butcher shop, and a former luxury car sales and detailing operation), as well as a yoga studio, bicycle shop, medical facilities The developer is proposing four (or five) buildings that could possibly house 136 four-storey stacked back-to-back townhouses parallel to Clarkson Road on the south side of the railroad tracks. Also proposed -- some retail adjacent to, and parallel to, the tracks, with the road/driveway access on the north side of the property between the retail buildings and the townhouses. City Council and residents oppose this application, The developer has already appealed this decision to the OMB. <a href="http://www7.mississauga.ca/documents/PublicNotices/2015/Public_Notice_-_OZ15003.pdf">http://www7.mississauga.ca/documents/PublicNotices/2015/Public_Notice_-_OZ15003.pdf</a></li>
<li><b>1137 and 1141 Clarkson Road North</b> -- This heritage property is located immediately north of the railroad tracks on the east side of Clarkson Road. The applicant is proposing to revise the official plan and zoning to permit two detached homes on Hollow Oak Terrace and additional commercial and office uses within the existing heritage dwelling known as The Clarkson Paisley House (1141 Clarkson Road North). <a href="https://www7.mississauga.ca/documents/PublicNotices/2016/public_notice_-_OZ_16012CompApp.pdf" target="_blank">https://www7.mississauga.ca/documents/PublicNotices/2016/public_notice_-_OZ_16012CompApp.pdf </a></li>
<li><b>2200 Bromsgrove Road</b> -- The plan here is to develop 84 three-storey back-to-back stacked townhouses. This property is immediately east of a newly-proposed 104 townhouse development by a different applicant and owner. <a href="https://www7.mississauga.ca/documents/PublicNotices/2017/oz16015_notice-complete_application_n3.pdf" target="_blank"> https://www7.mississauga.ca/documents/PublicNotices/2017/oz16015_notice-complete_application_n3.pdf</a></li>
<li><b>1516-1526 Southdown Road</b> -- The applicatant is proposing build a two-storey office building on what is currently a residential property. <a href="https://www7.mississauga.ca/documents/PublicNotices/2016/Public_Notice-OZ_15010.pdf" target="_blank"> https://www7.mississauga.ca/documents/PublicNotices/2016/Public_Notice-OZ_15010.pdf</a></li>
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Public meetings have already been held for each of these proposed developments. However, if you are interested in information on any of these projects, you can search for information online either through the Google search engine or on the City of Mississauga website. It is interesting to note that three of the four housing applications are for back-to-back stacked townhouses. A public information centre was held at the Living Arts Centre on March 29 to discuss how the City of Mississauga will approach and handle applications for stacked, back-to-back, and stacked back-to-back townhouses. The discussion was lively and some interesting points were raised regarding accessibility, appearance, setback, and landscaping.</div>
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birchglentalkbackhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00149283076809543877noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3213591484143500431.post-8201655534504891542017-04-03T11:16:00.000-05:002017-04-03T11:17:39.652-05:00Check out our Facebook page!We try not to do too much duplication over our social media sites. However, we do realize that some readers and residents are not "on" all forms of social media.<br />
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If you are on Facebook as well, go to <a href="http://www.facebook.com/birchglenresidentsassociation">http://www.facebook.com/birchglenresidentsassociation</a> to keep abreast of what is posted there.<br />
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Let us know which format you prefer.birchglentalkbackhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00149283076809543877noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3213591484143500431.post-6448494265784462692017-04-03T11:11:00.001-05:002017-05-01T16:39:43.873-05:00Canada 150 Celebrations in ClarksonStay tuned for information on what will be happening in Clarkson Village for Canada 150!<br />
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The Clarkson BIA and the ratepayer associations of Clarkson-Lorne Park will be celebrating <b><i>Canada 150</i></b> along Lakeshore Road West in Clarkson Village on <b>June 24, 2017</b>, starting at 12 noon and continuing on through the day until 5 p.m.<br />
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We will provide a poster and details as they become available.birchglentalkbackhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00149283076809543877noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3213591484143500431.post-9080798807916157292017-02-24T12:41:00.001-05:002017-02-24T12:55:38.044-05:00Real Estate Bidding War in Birch Glen!<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Can you believe that an attached townhouse in Birch Glen recently sold for <b><i>$130,000 over list price</i></b>?</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">We all have heard there is a real estate boom in the GTA with constant bidding wars where offers are well above the asking price. And, yes, we acknowledge that sale prices within the neighbourhood have generally been $10,000 to $40,000 over list during the past 12 months (through 2016). However, we were not totally prepared for this latest hike.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">House prices in Birch Glen have been steadily on the rise over the past ten (10) years -- a somewhat slow slog at first, but a meteoric climb in the past year. It has been encouraging to see residents and homeowners ask a going market rate, and even more encouraging to discover buyers were not only willing to meet the asking prices but, in some cases bid higher! Prices for townhouses, attached and semi-detached houses are in the range of average house prices for Mississauga. Prices for detached houses are only slightly below average for Mississauga, but are edging up.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Talk in the newspapers seems to predict a slowdown or downturn in house prices on the horizon. We will simply have to keep our eyes and ears open as houses go on the market. For now, it appears to be a boom for sellers. And what a boom!</span><br />
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birchglentalkbackhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00149283076809543877noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3213591484143500431.post-14538921516487079722017-02-16T18:57:00.000-05:002017-02-28T15:30:07.880-05:00$10,000 Fine for Toronto Homeowner for Use of Airbnb to Attract Short Term Rental TenantsWill a large fine such as this put an end to short-term rentals, as some people might hope? This is not a simple issue with a "one size fits all" solution. Read the Toronto Star article <a href="https://www.thestar.com/news/gta/2017/02/15/10000-fine-for-toronto-homeowner-who-used-agencies-like-airbnb-to-find-tenants.html#" target="_blank">here</a>.<br />
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Concepts such as Airbnb, Uber and other sharing economies are, of themselves, a necessary and welcome part of the overall business environment and should not be shunted aside simply because they do not work for everyone. They are extensions of existing businesses that the public already uses -- hotels and other forms of short-term accommodation, for example. When we travel to a city or country for a holiday or on business, we do have to find a place to stay for the duration of our visit. Some people prefer to stay in well-known luxury hotels or resorts where their every whim is catered. Some look for lower-priced hotels or motels to suit their budgets and time constraints. Others prefer the bed-and-breakfast scenario, where they can obtain accommodation in (usually) a house with the feel of being at home yet having someone else do the cooking and cleaning. And since the owners of a bed-and-breakfast establishment usually live on the premises, and there may be visitors in other rooms, it does become a sharing experience over breakfast and in the common areas. Visitors are encourage to meet and mingle in the evenings as well. So how does this compare to short-term rentals such as Airbnb?<br />
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The majority of Airbnbs or STRs are in private homes where the owner may dedicate one or more bedrooms or floors (basement, upper floor or loft space) to rental accommodation while sharing the kitchen and living room with visitors and welcoming them to watch television or share in other activities. Some offer breakfast and tourist information as well, echoing traditional bed-and-breakfast establishments. They may differ in that some STRs have only one room to rent out at a time. Some STR/Airbnb owners may offer a complete house for rent, offering privacy to the visitor. This goes back to the roots of online home-sharing where two people trade homes for a specific amount of time to enjoy a vacation in another city or country. Usually there was no money exchanged, just keys and the assurance that the visiting party would take care of the house or apartment while there, would clean up before leaving, and would leave the place in the same state they found it. There was a mutual respect, treating the home as you wanted the other person to treat yours.This evolved over the years into what it has become today.<br />
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One benefit to short-term rentals such as Airbnb is that many of them may be pet-friendly, which the majority of hotels are not. For travellers who wish to bring Fido along, this is extremely attractive. STRs are, generally, less expensive than hotels, making them attractive to a wide variety of guests. Most also require a minimum of two or three nights per booking. However, some offer single night options, while some define "short-term" as four to seven days -- even up to a month.<br />
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Problems arise when an owner -- or owners -- take advantage of the situation and become hands-off absentee landlords of more than one property. Even one home without oversight or monitoring can lead to problems and concerns from neighbours. Where, and to whom, can complaints be filed? Is it the responsibility of the municipality, the police or Airbnb itself? Who has the authority to deal with the owner of the STR? A look at the Airbnb website provides information on the company's policies. It seems that the company would welcome feedback in the form of complaints re noise or other abuses. The reputation of the "brand" should be of utmost importance to its founders.<br />
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Is the ownership of one STR considered a business that must be licensed and pay appropriate fees and taxes to the municipality? If the owner lives in the house and rents one or more rooms, is that considered a business? Where does one draw the line, and how can STRs be accommodated within the City without causing upheaval for residents or for the City?<br />
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<i><b>A $10,000 fine may be appropriate for an absentee landlord renting out a complete home without supervision or monitoring, or for one who owns multiple properties.</b></i> However, what would be the effect if a similar fine were applied across the board? Would it cause individuals to rethink the idea of renting out a room on Airbnb, Expedia or any other STR site? Average homeowners who might consider hosting an STR might be looking at this as a means of supplementing income to help pay mortgage or property taxes. Is this any different than deciding to turn a basement into an accessory apartment to rent out? And whose business is it anyway if a homeowner wants to do this -- neighbours, the municipality?<br />
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STRs, exemplified by Airbnb, are not for everyone, whether a host or guest. Not everyone wants to share their home with strangers as guests, and not everyone feels comfortable spending the night in the home of a stranger as host. As with any and all sharing economies, a person's comfort level will determine how deeply to get involved. That same comfort level will determine how a person will react to having an STR in the neighbourhood or even next door.<br />
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Whether it is done or not, it seems that a first step before joining Airbnb or any other group as a host would be to talk with neighbours to guage reaction and determine whether or no they are in agreement with this decision of they will oppose it. It would also pay to talk with the Board of the ratepayer association representing the neighbourhood community. Find out about parking regulations, local by-laws, etc. which might influence the decision to become a host.<br />
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However, STRs have filled a niche in the accommodation market, one which many people feel is necessary. Have they taken away homes that could have been affordable long-term rentals? Yes. Do they provide an immediate solution for someone moving to a city such as Mississauga but without sufficient information or knowledge about the city to decide where they would like to live -- and at an affordable investment? Yes again.<br />
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This issue of short-term rentals is not going away any time soon. It needs -- and deserves -- clear heads and calm minds and a great deal of discussion and deliberation. That discussion needs to start at the neighbourhood level -- which means that neighbours should begin by getting to know each other (if they don't already) and having frank conversations amongst themselves and with their ratepayer/resident association about issues such as this. Then the discussions can progress to the next levels involving neighbouring ratepayer associations within the Community, within the Ward, and within the City.<br />
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We have groups and connections in each of these levels. Many of them are studying this very issue. There have been deputations and discussions at Mississauga City Council as well. The more input we -- and they -- have, the closer we can come to a resolution..<br />
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Please have your say by commenting below. We are eager to hear your point of view now. What would you think about having an STR on your street or next door to you? Can we have this discussion?birchglentalkbackhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00149283076809543877noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3213591484143500431.post-47648289628656074942017-02-04T17:22:00.005-05:002017-02-04T23:51:35.332-05:00Family Day Events in Mississauga<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">There is plenty to do in Mississauga if you are staying in the city for <b><span style="color: red;">Family Day</span></b>, <b>Monday, February 20, 2017. </b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Of course, there are movies and other indoor activities to experience; however, if you are interested in being outdoors -- in the City -- here are a couple of activities that are sure to please both adults and children, as well as visitors.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Lace up your skates, get the family together, and head to Celebration Square this Family Day for an afternoon full of winter fun! Explore the Canadian wilderness with Birds of Prey. Demos, nature-themed story-telling, face painting in the Great Hall, roaming "wild" animals and ice carving demonstrations outdoors. Don't forget to bring your skates and hit the ice at Mississauga's largest outdoor skating rink, and warm up with a tasty Canadian treat -- Beavertails!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Grab your touques and mitts, and get ready for a full day of fun for everyone. Presented by RBC. For other RBC Family Day recreational activities at City facilities across the city, please visit <a href="http://mississauga.ca/familyday.">mississauga.ca/familyday.</a></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Offered at both Bradley Museum, 1620 Orr Road and Benares Historic House, 1507 Clarkson Road North. </span><br />
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birchglentalkbackhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00149283076809543877noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3213591484143500431.post-61152501954058947512016-11-28T13:25:00.000-05:002016-11-28T13:25:50.116-05:00Update on Kos Blvd CulvertWork is continuing on the reconstruction of the culvert on the western arm of Kos Blvd., as shown in the accompanying photos. It is messy, and part of the road is still closed. However, we are hopeful this will improve the stability of the culvert as well as the flow of the creek.<br />
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They appear to be dredging the floor of the culvert at the moment, judging by the amount of mud there is piled on the sidewalk. As well, the ground on top of the culvert has been cleared of bush and scrub and some trees.<br />
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No word yet on the completion date, but winter is fast approaching.<br />
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Work has begun on the playground! The old equipment and surface have been removed. An additional play area has been created on the west side of the Pathway, and some super-looking monkey bars have been installed. At least one adult exercise station has been started. It is happening!<br />
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At the moment, the complete area has been fenced off while construction is underway. The photos show the progress. Please add your comments and any photos you may have taken as well.<br />
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birchglentalkbackhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00149283076809543877noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3213591484143500431.post-51240954539888696562016-09-28T11:20:00.002-05:002016-09-28T11:20:43.348-05:00Open House Information Centre a Great Success!<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Wow! Residents came out in relatively large numbers to view the information boards set up by Councillor Karen Ras and City of Mississauga staff last night in Birch Glen Park. They were able to ask questions, make comments and suggestions. And moreso, they saw the vision that the City has for multiple improvements to the park area -- its pathways, retaining walls, the children's playground and lighting.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">A really big thank you to Councillor Ras for bringing this Information Open House to us, and for holding it in our neighbourhood -- in the place where the project will actually happen. Thankfully, the weather cooperated (we just wish the mosquitoes had stayed away!). </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">This is a major improvement project that has been on the books for about 7 years, but was recently fast-tracked due to an infusion of Federal Infrastructure money that will see improvements for our playground and pathways, as well as the children's playground in Birchwood Paark (near the baseball diamonds and soccer pitches) and along Sheridan Creek Trail. We feel extremely fortunate that our own Birch Glen Park has been selected to receive this much needed upgrade.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Unfortunately, I forgot to take pictures last night. However, I can tell you that the pavilion set up in the park was filled with residents who were interested in knowing what was in store for the park and creek area. The last stragglers left just after 7:00 p.m., as the sun was going down. A great evenihng!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">We cannot publish all of the details at this time, but will update you as information comes in. What we do know is that both the east/west and north/south pathways will be repaved, that new retaining walls will be installed along the north/south pathway from Kos Blvd. to Ithaca/Lefkas. The planter boxes in this area will be removed and replaced. And the children's playground will be replaced with modern equipment. Again, we do not have the final details. Last night's open house provided the City with a great deal of feedback.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Meanwhile, the rehabilitation of the culvert under Kos Blvd. is still happening. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">We will keep you informed as to when the work will be underway for both of these projects. And we will provide links to the project when they become available.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">We would be interested in your comments on the evening and the presentation. </span>birchglentalkbackhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00149283076809543877noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3213591484143500431.post-47513546604724031112016-09-27T11:11:00.000-05:002016-09-27T11:27:44.581-05:00REMEMBER! Open House Information Centre in Birch Glen Park TONIGHT!just a reminder that the Information Centre open house on improvements to the playground and pathways of our very own Birch Glen park is happening tonight -- <b style="color: orange;">Tuesday, September 27, 6:00-7:00 p.m.</b> Please remember to show up and have your say.<br />
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In talking with residents about this, there seemed to be some confusion as to which of our parks is meant. We have two parks in the neighbourhood; the big one to the west that has the basketball pad is Birchwood Park and the smaller one in the middle of the neighbourhood (with the pathways, children's playground and bridge) is <b><i>Birch Glen Park</i></b>. We have attached a drawing of the location below.<br />
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So -- make your way to the centre of this map. It is easy to get to from anywhere in the neighbourhood. Or just follow the crowd!<br />
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We hope this clarifies the confusion. See you there tonight between 6:00 and 7:00 p.m. Drop by to view the panel boards and to speak with Councillor Karen Ras and City staff.birchglentalkbackhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00149283076809543877noreply@blogger.com0