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Message from Councillor Stephen Dasko Regarding Lakeview Community Partners – MZO

By Issues, Planning & Development, Ward 1

Councillor Dasko is very disturbed by the Province’s decision to approve a MZO (Minister’s Zoning Order) for the Lakeview development which was released late afternoon on Friday, May 12, 2023.

The Councillor has since been interviewed by the press sharing his concerns on this matter. CP24

An excerpt of the Councillor’s comments is below as well.

But the city councillor that represents the Lakeview area says that by unilaterally doubling the size of the development, the Ford government is undoing planning work for the site that dates back to 2006.

“We had a very comprehensive report saying that this is a bad idea, that you don’t want to do this and we were sending that back to the ministry and copying the minister on this when we got absolutely blindsided at 5 p.m. on a Friday going into Mother’s Day weekend,” he said. “It’s devastating. The infrastructure concerns weren’t taken to account and the vision of this has not been taken into account. We went from a mid-rise development to essentially the sky’s the limit with removing height caps and things like that. So this has changed the trajectory and what this was and is intended (for the area) dramatically.”

The government has said that it will continue to work with stakeholders “to facilitate approvals and ensure the realization of tangible community benefits.”

Dasko, however, said that he feels like the city will now have to “start at square one,” with some of the planning work, as the intended vision for the neighbourhood has been “completely upended.”

He also said that he fears a planned two-kilometre bus rapid transit line along Lakeshore Road East will be insufficient to accommodate the thousands of new residents along Mississauga’s lakeshore.

“Planning was always predicated on that 8,000 units since this was put forward as a master plan community. So that’s what people were working on up at the region and also at the city in terms of pipes in the ground for somebody that wants to have a drink of water or flush a toilet. All of these things were always based on those types of numbers,” he said. “To say I am disappointed, devastated would be an understatement.”

As originally planned, the Councillor insisted that the Planning and Development Committee meeting go ahead tonight to discuss this issue.  Please see the report that was prepared to review as well as the link to the Committee meeting this evening below:

  1. Report: https://link.edgepilot.com/s/f89becb0/navdCOEnik_y_Ta68_7BEg?u=https://pub-mississauga.escribemeetings.com/FileStream.ashx?DocumentId=40264
  2. Link to Planning and Development meeting – Monday, May 15, 2023 @ 6:00 p.m. https://www.mississauga.ca/council/council-activities/council-and-committee-videos/live-council-and-committee-videos/
May 15, 2023
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SCHEDULED WATER INTERRUPTION NOTICE – Benson Avenue, May 15, 2023

By Resources, Ward 1

The Region of Peel Public Works department regularly maintains and repairs the water system to make sure you have a consistent supply of quality drinking water. Sometimes we must turn off your water supply while we do this work.

INTERRUPTION DETAILS:

Date and Time:         Monday, May 15 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Location:                    Benson Avenue                              

Addresses Affected:  Benson Avenue                                

Project #:                   T-17004Ma

Your water will be turned off on Monday, May 15 from 9:00 a.m. to approximately 5:00 p.m. If we need to reschedule this work due to weather or other circumstances, we will let you know the new date and time.

If this interruption may affect an alarm or maintenance company, it is your responsibility to notify them.  During the time that the water supply is interrupted, the building’s sprinkler protection system will not function.  A fire watch should be performed as necessary during time period.

After the water interruption:

When we turn the water back on, air in the pipes may make the water cloudy and your plumbing may vibrate or make noise.  We recommend removing the air by slowly turning on your taps from the lowest to the highest faucet in the building (that is, starting in the basement/first floor and finishing on the top floor). Flush the toilets as well. You will likely need to run the water for 10 to 30 seconds.  Run the water until it is clear, and any vibration or noise has stopped.

Important note:  After the water is turned back on, we recommend checking your water meter (usually located in the basement).  If it is leaking, call Water Meter Installations Dispatch at:

  • (905) 791 – 7800 Ext. 3226 (8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. – Monday to Friday)
  • (905) 791 – 7800 Ext. 4409 (After hours or Statutory Holidays)

The regional inspector is John Sedore and he can be reached at 905-791-7800 ext. 3246/3247

Project #T-17004Ma

May 11, 2023
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SCHEDULED WATER INTERRUPTION NOTICE – Water Interruption Notice – 892 Johnathan Dr., Mississauga – May 17, 2023

By Resources, Ward 1

The Region of Peel Public Works department regularly maintains and repairs the water system to make sure you have a consistent supply of quality drinking water. Sometimes we must turn off your water supply while we do this work.

INTERRUPTION DETAILS

Date and Time:         Wednesday, May 17, 2023, from 9:00am to 5:00pm

Location:                    892 Johnathan Drive                       

Addresses Affected:  861 to 930 Johnathan Drive, 2197 to 2208 Breezy Brae Drive, 2217 to 2218 Candish Lane, Mississauga

Project #:                   C-602934

Your water will be turned off on   Wednesday, May 17th, 2023, from approximately    9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.     If we need to reschedule this work due to weather or other circumstances, we will let you know the new date and time.

If this interruption may affect an alarm or maintenance company, it is your responsibility to notify them.  During the time that the water supply is interrupted, the building’s sprinkler protection system will not function.  A fire watch should be performed as necessary during time.

After the water interruption:

When we turn the water back on, air in the pipes may make the water cloudy and your plumbing may vibrate or make noise.  We recommend removing the air by slowly turning on your taps from the lowest to the highest faucet in the building (that is, starting in the basement/first floor and finishing on the top floor). Flush the toilets as well. You will likely need to run the water for 10 to 30 seconds.  Run the water until it is clear, and any vibration or noise has stopped.

Important note:  After the water is turned back on, we recommend checking your water meter (usually located in the basement).  If it is leaking, call Water Meter Installations Dispatch at:

  • (905) 791 – 7800 Ext. 3226 (8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. – Monday to Friday)
  • (905) 791 – 7800 Ext. 4409 (After hours or Statutory Holidays)

 

The regional inspector is John Sedore and he can be reached at 905-791-7800 ext. 3246/3247

Project # C-602934

May 11, 2023
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Transit and Road Infrastructure Plan – Notice of Public Engagement – Public Open House #3

By Events, Resources

Mississauga Transportation Master Plan

The Study
In 2019, the City of Mississauga completed its inaugural Mississauga Transportation Master Plan that
identified an aspirational transportation vision: In Mississauga, everyone and everything will have the freedom to move safely, easily, and efficiently to anywhere at any time.

The City of Mississauga is nearing completion on the Transit and Road Infrastructure Plan study that
identifies a long-term transit network plan and a long-term road network plan – infrastructure plans that are critical to achieving the City’s transportation vision. The study complements other Mississauga infrastructure plans and guidelines including the Cycling Master Plan (competed in 2018), the Pedestrian Master Plan (completed in 2021), and the Changing Lanes study (on-going). These plans are essential elements to creating an integrated, multimodal transportation system which fosters the freedom to move.

The Process
This Study follows the master planning process described in the Municipal Engineers Association Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (EA) Manual (October 2000, as amended in 2007, 2011, and 2015). The Master Plan process will satisfy Phases I (Identify Problem and Opportunity) and II (Identify and Evaluate Alternative Solutions to the Problem or Opportunity) of the Municipal Class EA process. The final plan will be a document that will guide actions, policies and transportation investment in Mississauga over the next 20 years.

Virtual On-demand Meeting #1 was held in December 2020. We heard from you about key transportation issues, draft direction for the study, preliminary alternative solutions, and draft evaluation criteria.

Virtual On demand Meeting #2 was held in June 2022, and we heard your feedback on the evaluation of alternatives and draft recommended transportation network.

Get Involved
Our final round of public engagement will be held in-person and online. Your input is important to this study.

You will be able to learn about the proposed long-term transit network plan and long-term road network plan and provide your comments which will be considered in the finalization of the Transit and Road Infrastructure Plan.

IN-PERSON Public Open House
Date: Tuesday, May 23, 2023
Time: 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Location: Great Hall, Mississauga City Hall
Format: Drop in during the open house to review study materials, ask questions, and provide comments to the study team.

VIRTUAL On-demand Meeting
Date: May 23 to June 12, 2023
Time: Anytime
Website: yoursay.mississauga.ca/transitand-road-infrastructure-plan
Format: Review study materials at your convenience and submit your comments.
Comments and input can be provided online, via telephone, or mail. If you require help accessing materials or providing input, please let us know. For more information about the Transit and Road Infrastructure Plan, please visit: yoursay.mississauga.ca/transit-and-road-infrastructure-plan.

Contact Us
Should you have any questions or accessibility needs to participate, please contact the study team:

Mark VanderSluis, P.Eng.
Project Leader, Transportation Planning
City of Mississauga
201 City Centre Drive, 8th Floor
Mississauga, Ontario L5B 2T4
T: 905-615-3200, ext. 4160
E: Mark.VanderSluis@mississauga.ca

Jonathan Chai, P.Eng.
Consultant Project Manager
HDR Corporation
100 York Boulevard, Suite 300
Richmond Hill, ON L4B 1J8
T: 289-695-4629
E: Jonathan.Chai@hdrinc.com

Information is being collected under the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. With the exception of personal information, all comments will become part of the public record.

This Notice was first issued on May 11, 2023.

May 11, 2023
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“We Are Resilient” Exhibit – St. Lawrence Park – on now until August 7, 2023

By Events, Parks, Ward 1

Come out to see the “We are Resilient” exhibit – a travelling exhibition that was recently installed at St. Lawrence Park. The exhibit is designed to engage residents, and help us learn more about climate change and actions we can take to help combat it.

This exhibition has already travelled to Community Common Park, City Hall, and UTM and will stay at St. Lawrence Park until August 7, 2023.

Take in the exhibit while you stroll along beautiful Lake Ontario. The exhibit showcases compelling photographs and stories from Mississauga residents, perspectives from international scientific leaders, and ways you can take climate action today!

For more information please visit: www.mississauga.ca/we-are-resilient

Where: St. Lawrence Park, 75 St Lawrence Drive, Mississauga, ON L5G 4V3

When: Now until August 7, 2023

May 10, 2023
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Carassauga – Festival of Cultures – May 27 and 28

By Events

 

Canada’s Largest Multicultural Festival, Celebrating it’s 38th Anniversary!

Carassauga’s vision is to organize a city-wide multicultural festival to promote understanding, respect and co-operation among all Canadians of different heritage, celebrating the diversity of Mississauga. Carassauga provides the opportunity for ethnocultural communities to promote and celebrate their culture through entertainment, food, arts and education.

Festival Highlights for 2023
• 25 Countries showcasing their cultural entertainment, food, art and history
• 5 locations throughout Mississauga (in arenas, community centres, and community halls)
• 11 stages with non-stop entertainment including a variety of dance, music, singing, fashion
shows, etc.
• Indulge in our Toonie Taste experience. For visitors wishing to enjoy a broader sampling of diverse
ethnic cuisine. Small taster plates will be offered at Pavilions for only a Toonie!
• Learn about each culture through interactive dance lessons, arts and crafts, cooking demos etc.

Festival Hours
Saturday, May 27 – 12 pm to midnight
Sunday, May 28 – 12 pm to 7 pm

Participating Cultural Pavilions:
Countries of Africa, Armenia, Canada, China, Colombia, Croatia, Cyprus, Egypt, Greece, India, Indonesia, Iran, Iraq, Ireland, Lebanon, Mexico, Pakistan, Peru, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Serbia,
Turkiye, USA – State of Hawaii, and Vietnam.

Admission
Carassauga Passports are $15.00.
Children 12 and under are FREE.

A Passport entitles a visitor to:
• Unlimited entry during the Festival weekend to all the Cultural Pavilions.
• Access to live performances, various food vendors and kids’ activities
• FREE Ridership on all MiWay buses and shuttle buses during the Festival hours with a Carassauga pass and FREE parking at all locations

Kid’s Activities

Outdoor Kids Zone

Enjoy fun-filled activities: arts and crafts, games, midway rides and a photo with our mascots, Cara and Missi

Enjoy cultural activities, arts and crafts and more.

Location – PFFC South Parking Lot, outdoor tented area.

2022 Festival Facts
• 188,834 visits recorded
• 1,824 Performers & 74 Artisans showcased
• 2,394 Volunteers involved with the Festival.

Visit carassauga.com for more details and a map of locations.

May 10, 2023
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World Lupus Day & Lupus Awareness Day – May 10

By Uncategorized

 

The Mayor and councillor’s were decked out in purple to help raise awareness of this auto-immune disease.

May 10th is both World Lupus Day (internationally) and Lupus Awareness Day in Ontario.

In an effort to raise awareness the following landmarks are lighting up in purple on May 10:

  • Mississauga Clock Tower
  • Port Credit Lighthouse, Mississauga
  • 50 & 60 Absolute World Condos, Mississauga

If you are interested in further information regarding Lupus Ontario or Lupus Awareness Day, please contact Lisa Bilodeau, Director at Large, at lbilodeau@lupusontario.org or Anne Brooks, Fundraising and Marketing Manager, at abrooks@lupusontario.org.

May 10, 2023
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City of Mississauga Announces New City Manager and Chief Administrative Officer

By Uncategorized
The City Mississauga has selected Shari Lichterman as its new City Manager and Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), effective May 10, 2023. She was appointed unanimously by a vote of City Council on May 10, 2023, following a national search led by an independent firm.Lichterman has been the Commissioner of Corporate Services and Chief Financial Officer for the City since June 2021. She replaces Paul Mitcham, who retired in February 2023. Lichterman served as Acting City Manager between February and May.

“On behalf of Council, please join me in congratulating Shari on her new role as City Manager and CAO. Her wealth of private sector experience combined with her knowledge across the corporation uniquely positions her to best advance the priorities of Ontario’s third largest city. Shari is always looking for better, more efficient ways to do business and over the years has identified millions in savings for taxpayers, helped streamline service delivery while making our annual budgeting process easier to understand for both residents and businesses,” said Mayor Bonnie Crombie. “I’m confident she will be a great fit to help lead our staff and our city into the future while addressing some of the real challenges before us.”

As City Manager and CAO, Lichterman will advance key Council and City priorities including the refresh of the Strategic Plan; the City’s Housing Plan; equity, diversity and inclusion efforts; responding to the province’s financial audits and working with the soon to be appointed provincial facilitators reviewing regional governance, among many others.

“I’m excited to take on this new role and the challenges it will bring,” said Shari Lichterman. “It’s an honour to lead the outstanding staff team who deliver services to our residents every day.  I look forward to working together with Mayor and Council to advance the City’s priorities and to continue to build a great City.”

In her role as City Manager and CAO, Lichterman will be the most senior public servant and will report directly to City Council, overseeing the operations, services and programs delivered by the corporation. She will be supported by her leadership team of four commissioners and extended leadership team of directors.

In her most recent role as Commissioner of Corporate Service and Chief Financial Officer, Lichterman managed a portfolio, which included Finance, Facilities and Property Management, Corporate Business Services, Human Resources, Information Technology and Legislative Services. Prior to that, Lichterman served as the City’s Commissioner of Community Services, a portfolio which included Recreation, Parks, Forestry and Environment, Fire and Emergency Services, Culture, Library and Tourism and as the Director of Recreation leading a number of strategic plans and major projects.

Before joining the City of Mississauga, Lichterman served as Vice-President of Eastern Operations at Canlan Sports and also spent a decade as co-owner of a consulting and management firm providing services in Canada and the United States.

Lichterman has a Bachelor of Commerce Degree from Carleton University as well as designations as a Certified Public Accountant and Certified Management Accountant. She also has a Masters Certificate in Municipal Leadership from the Schulich School of Business at York University and has served on the Board of Directors for Parks and Recreation Ontario for the past five years, currently as Board Chair.

Lichterman is a proud resident of Mississauga where she lives with her husband and two children.

May 10, 2023
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Open Fire Pits

By Food for thought

If a resident thinks someone has an illegal open air fire, or does not have a permit, they can report it by calling the non-emergency dispatch centre at 905-456-5700, ideally when the fire is lit.

Mississauga outdoor fire pits are permitted as long as residents are complying with the Open Air Burning bylaw. There are some restrictions on size of the fire pit, when you can have open flames burning and where the fire pit can be located.

For backyard fire pits, smokers, or other outdoor appliances, you do not require a permit, however, residents may be directed by the fire department to put out any fire that is considered a nuisance.

May 9, 2023
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