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Big Turnaround In Regional Population Growth In 2021 Census By Jeff Green here are just about 10% more people living in Frontenac County than there were 5 years ago. The first batch of 2021 census data dropped last week, and the population of Frontenac County is now 29,295, up from 26,682 in 2016. The increase reverses a trend of stagnant growth stretching back to 2006. Between 2006 and 2011 the population of Frontenac County decreased by about 300 people (1.1%), and then it increased by the same amount in 2016. The upshot is that there were 26,686 permanent residents in Frontenac County in 2016, and 29,255 in 2021, an increase of 2569 people (9.8%). South Frontenac is home to almost 70% of the Frontenac County population, which is over 20,000 for the first time (20,188), an increase of more than 1500 people (8.3%) from 2016. Central Frontenac saw its population dip slightly in both 2011 and 2016, but in 2021 it is up by 515 (12%) to 4892. The North Frontenac population is up over 300 (20%) to 2285. The population of Frontenac Islands went up by 170 (9.7%) to 1930. The City of Kingston, which grew by only 435 between 2011 and 2016, has also rebounded dramatically over the last five years. It is up by 8,500 people (7%) to a population of 132,485. The Frontenac Census Division, which includes Frontenac County and Kingston, now has a population of over 160,000, a 7.5% increase since 2016. (Note – in 2011, a population survey replaced the traditional mandatory census process which had been in place for over 100 years, so the numbers from that year are not considered to be as accurate as other census years. The census returned in 2016). Lennox and Addington County saw a more modest population increase of 5.4%, to just over 45,000. This includes an increase of 9.3% in Addington Highlands, where the population is up by 215 to 2534. Stone Mills saw a marginal increase of 1.6%, bringing the population to 7,826. The Province of Ontario, as a whole, saw a population growth of 5.8. All of this does not quite make Frontenac County a crowded place. The population density in South Frontenac is 21.3 people per square kilometre. The density in Central Frontenac is 4.9 people per square kilometre and in North Frontenac and Addington Highlands it is just 2.0. By comparison, the density in Kingston is 294 people per square kilometre and in Toronto it is 4428. So, it appears there is still room for more Torontonians to migrate to rural Frontenac. If Frontenac County residents were as packed in as people are in Toronto, they would all fit in 7 square kilometres, leaving the other 4,000 square kilometres that make up the county completely free for the deer, foxes, coyotes, rabbits and squirrels to enjoy. And the moles, voles, and mice, beavers and bears as well, don’t forget them. ■

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Head Out To The Back Forty by Kelli McRobert eaving our way along the snow lined roads through Parham, Tichborne, and Sharbot Lake, there was a stillness in the woods and on the lakes, as the previous night’s snowfall had gently layered the roadways with a fresh white coating. We were on a road trip to North Frontenac. Fluffy banks edged the lakes and most tracks had been gently covered over, billowy pillows of fluff, tempting us to stop, drop and make a snow angel! Once we crossed over hwy 7 the tall cedars rose like welcoming giants directing us further north towards Gulley Road, at Mississippi Station The Back 40 Artisan Cheese Shop, at 1406 Gulley Road, is currently open every Saturday from 10 am – 4 pm. It has good roadside signage that easily directs you down the winding driveway into a welcoming farm-like parking area. I headed inside the modern rustic structure and entered a bright and cheery building, which houses a retail space as well as the cheese factory, with the Jenna Rose silk screen studio in the lost above. At the retail store, in addition the cheese, offer other local artisanal items like cutting boards, bowls, and hand-crafted goods, are available. A rack of snowshoes (available for rent) lined the wall, and the sun warmed the building through the large glass garage door, where outside blended with in. A pleasant little girl welcomed us with her pink crocs tapping and dancing on the floor. The Back 40 was founded in 2000 by James Kieth. It was purchased in 2011, by Jeff and Jenna Fenwick, who moved it from a property near Watson’s Corners in Lanark County, to the historic farm property on the Mississippi Rive. The cheesemaker is Jeff, and he produces 100% natural unpasteurized sheep’s milk cheese which has become a staple in many high-end restaurants and stores. He has added cheese made from raw Water Buffalo milk to a repertoire that includes favourites such as Flower Station, Highland Blue, and Madawaska. The names themselves ringing true with locals in Ompah, Calabogie, and Lanark. Previously, they have held festive open houses and have recently re-opened their doors now that

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Freedom does not equal lawlessness – The party atmosphere, disregard for law and order and the thuggery being reported among the citizens of Centerville in downtown Ottawa are what got me motivated to join the protest at city hall last Saturday. We braved -26 wind chill to provide a counter message that most Canadians do not agree with the type of protesting displayed at our capitol. More strongly - the government inaction makes me indescribably angry. The level of anger on both sides was very disturbing. Many of the people I was standing beside had personal stories of intimidation, physical assault and bullying. Many can’t work because stores in the area have shut their doors because of staff having the masks they MUST wear ripped off by thugs and bullying. Ottawa police are in an impossible situation, and I feel for the police on the ground. Many more citizens of Ottawa would have attended but it was called off the night before due to safety concerns. I followed events all week waiting for leadership that did not come. I am disappointed that our premier did not value the lives of many of his citizens and failed to act until a bridge to USA was shut down (I am not denying the importance of reopening it!). His priorities are clear. I made a protest sign for the first time in my life. We arrived early and were some of the first. I was absolutely blown away by the level of support we received from cars and pedestrians We joined the march at 3 PM and roughly 2000 polite angry citizens marched south on Bank Street. In the vacuum of leadership during this crisis the march was organized by labour unions and other activist groups. I gladly marched with labour unions, communists and anyone else who was willing to make a statement about taking back the city of Ottawa and the rule of law. We saw many signs and have seen video that popped up all over social media. What I did not see was main stream media. Jan was interview by the Ottawa Citizen and we saw a subsequent article about the march and is

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We need to strengthen our communities, expand our democracy, protect our health care system, create a more inclusive and equal society and respect the obligation to exercise our rights in ways that do not interfere with others’ rights to freedom and safety. The truck occupations fail on all accounts. - Ross Sutherland, Councillor, Loughborough District, South Frontenac. SINCE 1970

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I would like to thank the Ontario Police forces and the RCMP for their measured responses in the face of the stupidity ‘demonstrated’ by a numerically large but statistically small proportion of the people of Ontario. I will also observe that Ottawa is the responsibility of the Premier of Ontario and his government. The Federal Government - of any stripe - does not manage the Provinces of Canada. The failure in Ottawa lies with Mr. Ford’s inability to step up and support the Ottawa police in any useful way. It is also appropriate to consider the negative contribution of interlopers from other provinces and the United States as well as the inevitable contribution of funds from extra national sources who have little sympathy for the freedoms and responsibilities we enjoy and that have been so clearly rejected by the demonstrators. Social Media is the gasoline for those unwilling or unable to do the work of being intelligently informed. My favourite example was the call for the resignation of The Governor General, The Senate and the elected Members of Parliament - all of them the incompetent dupes of the dreaded Justin Trudeau. Ooooh! Spooky!! - John Sherbino

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• The Sat. Feb. 26 fishing challenge at Pinnacle Point announces their weigh in time of 5:00pm. We surely thank the organizers, Megan Dillon and Darren Ross, who can be contacted at megandillon0103@hotmail.com for more details. Also, everyone is reminded they enter the contest at their own risk and the organizers are not responsible for any damages or difficulties incurred at the fishing event. It’s going to be super duper. • Our Pine Meadow people are hosting their own Winter Olympics by keeping a daily count of our Canadian medals, along with a few other countries, too. Residents have been watching many of the competitions on television, as well as competing in some of their own sports. They had a blast playing Olympic Noodle Hockey and are having some fun times. • We’re all excitedly waiting for maple syrup season to start and find the increasing daylight hours to be re-assuring. Not so re-assuring is how to fit into a bathing suit this summer!! • What do you think of the number of Councilors on our Township Council, folks? Are you in favour of reducing our Municipal Council size from 9 members to 5 members? At the Council meeting of Feb. 22, the Council will bring forward a by-law to submit this question on the next municipal ballot. I appreciate all the Councilors do on our behalf and our own Councilor, Cindy Kelsey, is super duper. I truly feel that we must stick to the current 9 members and not reduce. That is because our Councilors are run off their feet and we appreciate them and we need as many councilors and help as possible. So, perhaps keeping that question off the ballot would be to our advantage. Give your Councilor a telephone tinkle about this, folks. Alternatively, if all of us north of Highway 7 could join in with North Frontenac Township and take Cindy Kelsey with us, that would be fantastic. The taxes are lower in North Frontenac and there are many more small towns like ours, so we can identify and all benefit in North Frontenac where the taxes are significantly lower! Other opinions are welcome!!

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• Thank you to all who supported the Storrington Lion's Club Ham Supper! • Family Day - February 21! Make the day special with family, neighbours and friends. Remember that garbage and recycling will move one day later this week from your usual day. • Pilates on Mondays at 6:15pm & Yoga on Wednesdays at 6:00pm Inverary United Church Hall. View the schedule and register at www.nomadyogini.ca or call 613 453 4195 • Martial Arts classes at Inverary United Church hall on Thursday evenings will resume on Thursday, February 17th. For more info, call or text Hamid Nam at 613-328-6742 or email hamidnam24@gmail.com. • Robins are here! Shirley O'Neil had a flock of nine drop in at her place. Spring is on the way! • Looking ahead at the weather, there will be a couple of days where we will be teased that spring is coming. However, ice fishing is good for a while yet! • Ice huts have varying dates for removal from lakes. This does end the ice fishing but does get the huts off the lakes before the thaw. Check with Ontario Fishing Regulations Summary for your zone. Ontario is divided into 20 FMZs – Fisheries Management Zones. I think our region falls into Zone 20 which is one of the larger zones and ice huts need to be removed by March 15th.

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• Tay Valley Township Recognizes the Late Paul McShane - Paul McShane was Tay Valley’s longest serving employee, dedicating 43 years of service at the Stanleyville Waste Site/ Transfer Station. He was very well known in the community and the residents of Tay Valley Township thought very highly of him. In memory of Paul, an unveiling plaque ceremony was held on December 16th, 2021, at the Tay Valley Township Municipal Office, with his wife and two of his daughters in attendance. Residents can view the plaque at the Stanleyville Waste Site, 1200 Stanleyville Road. • Are you taking care of a loved one with a life limiting illness? Practical Caregiver Training is a free 5-week virtual workshop series of practical training to make the caregiving experience safer and less stressful for you and the ones you care for. This training is for unpaid caregivers and is offered on Tuesdays 9-11am OR 6-8pm, March 1– Match 29, 2022. This course is offered virtually by Zoom. To register or for more info, send an email to Anne at practicalcaregivinglanark@gmail.com

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• Sad news in Ompah. Christine Gulyas passed away just before Christmas. I just heard about Christine's passing and I apologize for this late notice. Our sincere condolences to Denny and the rest of the family. • I don't know about you, but I have been glued to the TV watching the Olympics. It's wonderful watching our athletes proudly waving our flag and representing Canada so well on the world's stage. • As I write this column, I'm preparing to watch the Super Bowl - another big extravaganza. Since my team was knocked out (drat), I don't have a favorite. Good luck to both teams. • Just a reminder to save Saturday, March 5 for the outdoor dance party in the Community Centre parking lot from 4:00 to 5:30. We've all worked hard to protect each other and it's time for a little fun. Come on out and join in the fun by dancing or hanging out. Refreshments will be available. Distancing is requested. Parking is available at the rest stop across the road. There is no fee, but donations to the Community Centre are welcome. • A friend and I were in Kingston the other day for an appointment. I was struck by the many, many, MANY trucks and drivers on the roads doing their job delivering goods to maintain our communities. Thank you.

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We would like to thank the community for your support, friendship, and kindness we have experienced over the past 12 years. We have developed many great friendships over the years and treasure each one. Our plan is to not disappear but to continue and possibly expand “The Perth Road Community Sharing Centre”, in support of the community. Unfortunately, at this time we will not be continuing with the used clothing portion of the Sharing Centre. We are thankful and truly feel blessed to be a part of this community and look forward to what unfolds ahead of us. We will be keeping the store email and phone number for the time being, if you would like to keep in touch, feel free to contact us via email or phone 613.353.6234. Thank you & take care ,Rob & Faye.

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• I was very saddened to hear about the sudden passing of Andy White last week, on Saturday, Feb 5th. Deepest sympathies to his wife, Linda, and Mom, LeeAnna, and to all of their family and friends. Our community will certainly miss him. A celebration of life was held on Feb 11th and there will be a burial of ashes taking place at a later date. Friends desiring to contribute to Andy’s memory are welcome to do so to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Online memories and condolences can be shared with the family at www.milestonefuneral center.com. • Did you know you can log on to Linkedin Learning with your library card at www.kfpl.ca and explore hundreds of free topics that will benefit your career, your hobbies and your life? It is one of the many amazing benefits that you can enjoy with your library card! • Winter Olympics are well underway at the Pine Meadow Nursing Home! The residents keep a daily count of our Canadian medals, along with a few other countries, too. They have been watching many of the competitions on tv, as well as competing in some of their own sports! • If you are looking for ground beef, you need to look no further! Ross Ranch is offering a grand special right now!! When you buy 10 lbs of lean ground beef, you get one for free! It costs $5 a pound and is Plevna Farm Raised! It comes wrapped in one-pound packages and is inspected and professionally butchered!! You can call 613 305-4692. • The Township of North Frontenac bid farewell to their CBO, Dan Halladay, last week. Good luck to Dan in his new job. • One of my favourite fundraisers is happening right now!! Order your Little Caesars pizza kits at Clarendon Central School right now. Please contact Cheryl to put you in touch

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• In-person services are continuing in 2022: Sundays at 10am, 5614 Perth Road Crescent. All COVID restrictions/ protocols remain in place. • At present, we are going through the search process to hire a new minister but will continue with Supply/Lay Ministers or personnel until a suitable candidate is found. • Birthday wISHES to those who have birthdays this week. • PERTH ROAD STORE TO CLOSE From Fay and Rob Wilson, Saturday, February 12, 2022 It is bittersweet to announce the store has been sold. We will be moving onto the next chapter in our life. The store will remain open for business until Monday, February 28, 2022.

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February 17, 2022

Township Of Central Frontenac Municipal Election Act A By-law to submit to a vote or question under the provisions of the Municipal Elections Act,1996 Take Notice that the Council of The Corporation of the Township of Central Frontenac is proposing a vote or question to be placed on the 2022 Municipal Elections Ballot. Pursuant to Section 8(1)(b) and (c) of the Municipal Elections Act, 1996, as amended a municipal council may pass a by-law to submit to its electors a question on the ballot. Subsection 8.1(3) of the Act provides that “at least 10 days’ notice of the municipality’s intent to pass a by-law must be provided to the public and the Minister of Municipal Affairs. The By-law will come before Council of the Township of Central Frontenac on Tuesday, February 22, 2022 to be passed. The question to be placed on the ballot in accordance with the Section 8.1(2) of the Municipal Elections Act; 1. Are you in favour of reducing Council size from 9 members to 5 members? Yes or No

2022 BUDGET MEETING Notice is hereby given that the Township of Central Frontenac will be holding 2022 Municipal Budget Meeting on February 24, 2022 – 9:00am Due to current Covid-19 restrictions meeting will be held virtually, webinar link https:// us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_i80aA8xlQMOPJSb6A354FQ

Public Engagement Sharbot Lake – Downtown Revitalization – Strategic Action Plan The Township is looking for your feedback! With the assistance of funding received from the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs through the Rural Economic Development (RED) stream, the township has developed a Strategic Action Plan for the revitalization of the downtown of Sharbot Lake. The draft Strategic Action Plan is now available, and we are seeking all township residents’ feedback before a final draft is presented to council. You can view the Plan and submit your feedback online by logging in or registering at www.engagefrontenac.ca/sharbot-lake-revitalization

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Comments must be received by March 13, 2022 and can be submitted through https://engagefrontenac.ca/sharbot-lake-revitalization, by email to downtownsl@ centralfrontenac.com, or mail to the address below. Comments and questions can be directed to: Adriana Barbary, Downtown Revitalization Co-ordinator Township of Central Frontenac 1084 Elizabeth St. PO Box 89 Sharbot Lake ON K0H 2P0 613-279-2935, extension 235

RE: A By-law to amend By-Law 2014-27 being a by-law to regulate construction, demolition and change of use permits for buildings, structures and all other related services Take Notice that the Council of The Corporation of the Township of Central Frontenac intends to pass a by-law under Section 7 of the Building Code Act, 1992 S.O. 1992 c.23 (the “Act”) which will change certain fees that are currently in force on the day this notice is given (current fees are set out in 2014-27 as amended by 2021-09). The rationale for changing the fee proposed is to amend the annual adjustment for fees to reflect the 3rd quarter Bank of Canada Total CPI (2021 3rd quarter figure 4.4%) instead of the 3rd Quarter Non-residential Building Construction Cost Index: Ottawa (2021 3rd quarter figure: 13.6%). A copy of the draft by-law, a summary of the changes, and an estimate of the costs of administering and enforcing the Act are available on our website or by contacting the undersigned. Public Meeting: The Council of the Township of Central Frontenac will hold a public meeting in advance of passing said bylaw to receive comments on the proposed by-law. The public meeting will be held on the 22nd day of March, 2022 at 4:00 p.m. using electronic participation. The agenda for the meeting will be posted by March 18th, on the Township website (www. centralfrontenac.com) with the link to register. To register in advance, or to call into the meeting, please contact Cindy Deachman, Deputy Clerk, Township of Central Frontenac at 613-279-2935, extension 237 or use this link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_mVMrIlf2S0iZJ0VWryAkJg Written comments may also be submitted to the undersigned before March 18th 2022. Dated at the Township of Central Frontenac this 11th day of February, 2022.

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February 17, 2022

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Debbi Miller, Frontenac County Community Development Officer

By Jef Green ebbi Miller started working at Frontenac County in December. She was hired to take over as the community development officer in the tiny, two-person, Frontenac County Economic Development department. Taking a community development role when the community is basically shut down has been a challenge during her first two months on the job, but she is undaunted. It might actually be helpful that her job, and the work of the department itself, is in flux. In the first few months of 2021, a consultant’s report that recommended major changes for the department was accepted by Frontenac County Council. Through the report, the department has recognized that they need to not duplicate work partners are doing, such as Frontenac Business Services. Instead County staff are shifting their focus to investment attraction and providing support regionally. They continue to support businesses, by making connections for them to the appropriate resources. They are also working to be more collaborative with the Frontenac townships, who are developing their own economic development capacity. Also in the spring of 2021, the department began working with a consulting group on a Destination Development Plan for Frontenac County. Now, two months into her new role, most of the time working from her home in Kingston, Debbi Miller said “‘We have a handle on the direction we are going, we are working hard to figure out the details.” One aspect of her job is to help develop a role for Frontenac County to coordinate tourism promotion in partnership with the two regional tourism organisations that cover different parts of Frontenac County, as well as staff members in the four townships whose roles are evolving as well. The results of the Destination Development project that will be completed later this spring, will have an impact on that work as well, as will getting out to see more of what Frontenac County has to offer for visitors and residents. I went out with Richard [Frontenac County Manager for Economic Development Richard Allen] during my first week

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on the job to visit around the county, just before things closed down, and I have been out on weekends since then, and I am looking forward to things opening up. I think with any new role it takes a bit of time, oftentimes it takes one cycle though the calendar, even the four seasons from a tourism perspective, to get a real sense of what the possibilities are,” she said, in an interview in early February. One project that she has already undertaken is what she calls a “trail activation program” that is focused not only on the county owned K&P trail, but other trails in Frontenac County as well. It involves working with businesses located near the trail system to encourage trail users to visit their locations. This will be done through way-finding signage and promotional incentives to encourage users to take advantage of what the businesses have to offer. She brings a broad skill-set to her new role. After growing up in Barrie, and 20 years working in Huntsville, with about 7 for the Town of Huntsville as the Manager of Marketing.in the marketing and communications department. Not only did that timeframe overlap with the time when the current Chief Administrator (CAO) for Frontenac County, Kelly Pender, was the CAO in Huntsville, it also resulted her service as the communications lead for Huntsville during The 2010 G8 World Summit, that was held at Deerhurst Resort with other events taking place in and around Huntsville. Handling the communications role in a town of 20,000 that Debbie Miller was thrust into the global spotlight and had to deal with un- ally become about what you are giving to the community precedented demands on its small-town infrastructure was and what you are getting back. I’ll put everything into a job, a major challenge. While in Huntsville, she also took on a and I want the community to benefit.” very different role as chair of the Friends of Algonquin Park She also wants her job to compliment her active lifestyle for 5 years. 8 years ago, she moved to Kingston to take a and her passion for abstract painting, which includes workrole as a communications officer with the City of Kingston. ing on larger pieces in her garage/studio. “My husband works in health and safety and can be locatAs things open up in the coming months, she will be ed anywhere in Ontario, and we decided to move to Kings- spending more time out and about in Frontenac County, for ton. Two years after starting with the City of Kingston, she work and leisure. was promoted to the role of manager of communications “I'm always looking for interesting things to do. While I and public engagement. was working in the City, I was always the one in the office In that role, she worked to support the development of the who was telling people what new restaurants they should public engagement framework and then was responsible for try, Perhaps – ……what hidden gems they needed to exits implementation plan. The implementation plan involved plore or events were taking place. I look forward to continucollaboration across all city departments, with residents and ing to explore Frontenac County. I look forward to exploring Council. Frontenac County in that way.” ■ Coming to Frontenac County, to the Economic Development department, is certainly a change for Debbi Miller. “I have admired the work that Frontenac County has been doing with economic development and branding, Propane the way the business community has been engaged,” Gas she said, “so when I saw Furnaces there was an opportunity Fireplaces here I went for it.” Even though it meant Appliances leaving a management role Water Heaters in a larger municipality, she said that for her it is mainly about job satisfaction and the impact of her work in the community where she is working “I feel like I’ve climbed the www.cfpetropro.ca • cfpetropro@hotmail.com corporate ladder, I did those pieces. For me, a job has re-

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• Dust off your dancing boots and get ready to kick up some snow, and mark this on your calendar: Music at the Point. Saturday, February 26th at the Point park between 1-3, enjoy the music of Chris Murphy. There will be fire pits and warming stations, snowshoe and kick sled trials, hot drinks for sale, story walks through the park. Covid protocols in effect. Beat the mid winter blues and get out for some fresh air and good tunes. • With family day weekend comes licencefree fishing weekend. Join someone who is an ice fisherman or woman and see if you can get hooked on the sport or gain some bragging rights on who is the better angler. Hope all the kids who registered to take part in the kids ice fishing derby this coming Sunday enjoy themselves. The last one was so much fun; smiles for miles. It’s awesome to see it happening again. Thank you to those who took over organizing it and all those who

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helped make it happen, prize wise. Can’t wait to see all the excited kids hoping for a trophy catch. • Stay safe and be kind. We’ve come this far - it’s been a long haul to say the least. Thank you, Sydenham, for being a caring community. It shows

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• Style Revival is having its first Saturday opening on Saturday, February 26 from 10am to 1pm. It will still be open as usual Wednesdays from 10am to 1pm. Style Revival, which is located in the Verona Free Methodist Church at 6804 Hwy 38, offers free gently used clothing and footwear for all ages. The number of Saturdays they will be open will depend on the public's response. • 'Introduction to Pickleball' is now being offered at the Verona Lions Hall, indoors. 2-hour Introductory Session to start and beginner sessions then offered weekly. Equipment provided. Call Kelli at 613-374-5662 for more details. • South Frontenac Family Day event will be held on Monday, February 21 at Frontenac Community Arena at 4299 Arena Boundary

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OBITUARY Desroche, Sharon Lynn (Robinson)

Marion McWilliams October 25, 1922 – February 2, 2022 Marion passed away peacefully in her 100th year on Wednesday, February 2, 2022 with family and the loving staff at Pine Meadow Nursing Home by her side. Beloved wife of the late Carl McWilliams. Dear daughter of the late Celesta and Mary Hamiltion (nee Forrest). Loving sister to the late Janet (the late Wilfrid) Quesnel and the late Marie (the late Paul) Latter. Much loved and sadly missed by her many nephews, nieces, grandnephews, grandnieces, cousins and friends. Marion was born in Oyen, Alberta and raised on the family farm. She later fell in love with and married her beloved Carl and, after the honeymoon, settled into their first home in Jacksons Point on Lake Simcoe, north of Toronto. Marion and Carl later bought a home in Toronto and a cottage on Skootamatta Lake, where they enjoyed many happy years together with family and friends. In her later years, Marion moved to Northbrook and the Pine Meadow Nursing Home. Marion was full of life. Always the first to welcome you with a smile and laughter and always happy to see you. She was kind, loving, generous of heart and ever the optimist. She made friends easily, forming many long-lasting friendships throughout the years. Marion enjoyed entertaining family and friends at the cottage and was always ready for a game of euchre or hearts. She was always up for activity and fun, whether for a swim or boat ride in summer, or a skidoo ride and ice-fishing in winter. She embraced life and liked to share her love of it with others. The family would especially like to thank all the staff at Pine Meadow Nursing Home for the wonderful, compassionate and tenderloving care they provided for Marion during her many years with them. Cremation has been entrusted to Milestone Funeral Center, Northbrook. Interment will be held this spring or summer at Goshen Cemetery. Memorial donations made to Flinton United Church would be appreciated. Online condolences, photos and memories can be shared at www.milestonefuneralcenter.com.

Sharon succumbed to pancreatic cancer on February 8th, 2022 at KGH in Kingston. Sharon was born April 1st, 1958 to Derwood Robinson and Agnes Robinson (MacGregor). She leaves her loving husband Mike and son Jonathan (Trish) and grandchildren Lexi and Ford. Sharon was a graduate of Sharbot Lake High School and St. Lawrence College and was a lifetime business-person having owned and operated Marg’s Discount Shoes for 24 years and more recently Gray’s Grocery with Jonathan. Sharon was born on a family farm in Tichborne being the youngest of nine and the only daughter. The family wishes to express its deep gratitude to Doctor Bell and the Family Health Team, the Doctors and staff at the Perth and Kingston Hospitals and the paramedics for their care and compassion in dealing with Sharon. At Sharon’s request there will be no funeral service but her family plans to hold a celebration of life at the family farm later in the year.

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February 17, 2022

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By Craig Bakay he notification process started Nov. 22, 2021 and the last day to provide objections was Jan. 22, 2022 for the proposed Robinson Pit and Quarry at 12795 Road 38, Tichborne, Mark Priddle of McIntosh Perry Consulting Engineers told Central Frontenac Council at its regular (online) meeting Feb. 8. “The applicant is addressing comments at this stage,” Priddle said. The new quarry is on the site of the Climie Pit, which currently yields only overburden, Priddle said. The new operation will allow for blasting and quarrying to reach aggregates down about 65 feet, or below the waterline. “The application is for a maximum of 500,000 tonnes per year and it will end up as a pond one day,” he said. “A big part of the approval process is a rehabilitation plan.” He said the location of the quarry should result in fewer truck trips through Sharbot Lake as many construction projects using aggregates that are south of the hamlet access quarries north of Sharbot Lake. “At this point, the location is zoned as a pit,” said Mayor Frances Smith. Kingston Film Office “This is more of an update than an ask,” Alex Jansen of the Kingston Film Office told Council. “There was an estimated $5,000,000 in Direct Economic Spending with a significant increase in major pro-

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ductions. “(However), there was a notable decrease in small/local production due to covid.” Major productions filmed in the area in 2021 included All-Around Champion: Season 3 (TVO), Reacher (Amazon), Murdock Mysteries (CBC), Mayor of Kingstown (Paramount), Pop Whiz (Game TV), The Lost Symbol (NBC Universal) and Code 8: Part 2 (Netflix). In addition, there was a lot of locations photography including scout support in places like Bon Echo Park as well as a CBC documentary shot at Hinchinbrooke Public School and the “Verona” feature shot which was used as a case study including a $10,000 contribution on a $200,000 budget, production mentorship and resourcing, placements and internships, location management support and covid safety and testing support. There is also the upcoming Salvage Kings and Insight Productions in 2022. The Kingston Film Office is incorporated as a not-for-profit and has been running for four years. “As Toronto and even Hamilton start to price themselves out of the market, South Eastern Ontario starts to look more attractive to production companies,” he said. Coun. Bill MacDonald quipped: “Sharbot Lake would be a natural for this sort of thing because of all the members of the Hollywood family here.” Building Permits Hinchinbrooke (District 4) led all districts in construction in 2021 with $5,795,586 on 55 building permits, according to a report by CBO Andy Dillon. Kennebec (District 2) was second with $5,090944 on 42 permits, Oso (District 3) was third with $3,732,831 on 41 permits and Olden (District 2) was fourth with $3,072,831 on 41 permits. In total, there was $17,691,551 in construction on 169 building permits. Open House Central Frontenac plans to hold a virtual open house Feb. 17 at 4 p.m. on the former Sharbot Lake Public School property’s proposed communal services feasibility study for a seniors housing complex. Building Fees Council passed CBO Andy Dillon’s recommendation to index the fees increase on Schedule C to the October CPI (4.4 per cent) rather than the non-residential building construction cost index (13.6 per cent). “In other words, let’s not do 13.8 per cent, let’s be more reasonable at 4.4 per cent,” said Mayor Frances Smith. Septic Fees Council decided to hold building permit fees for septic systems at their current levels. “It makes sense again,” said Mayor Frances Smith. “People will have a hard enough time recovering from covid so if we can help them out, why not.” Fire Master Plan Coun. Brent Cameron told Council that he wanted to make it clear that at the previous meeting when he held up a draft fire master plan, “It wasn’t my intention to imply that we already had a plan. My concern was that we didn’t start over at Square 1.” ■

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TENDERS CLOSING: PW-2022-02 Grounds Maintenance, Kennebec District, 1:00 p.m. local time on February 17th PW-2022-03 Grounds Maintenance, Olden District, 1:30 p.m. local time on February 17th PW-2022-04 Grounds Maintenance Hinchinbrooke District, 2:00 p.m. local time on February 17th PW-2022-05 Grounds Maintenance, OSO District, 2:30 p.m. local time on February 17th TENDER DOCUMENTS: Available at Biddngo.com. Physical Copies are also available for pickup at the municipal office at the address below. Please submit the complete proposal by following the procedure outlined in the tender documents. Tender shall be enclosed in a sealed envelope plainly marked with the above mentioned RFT Number and Description. The proponent shall provide their company name, address, and contact information on the envelope, and deliver it to the Township Municipal office located at: Township of Central Frontenac P.O. Box 89, 1084 Elizabeth Street Sharbot Lake, Ontario K0H 2P0 Attention: Tyson Myers, Public Works Manager

Road. The event runs from 11am to 3pm and will feature free skating, snow games, horse drawn wagon rides provided by White's Rides, and more! There will not be a BBQ this year. COVID-19 public safety measures will be in place. Proof of vaccination (enhanced vaccine certificate with QR code) and government issued identification is required to enter the arena. If you're interested in volunteering at the event or if you have any questions, please connect with Amanda at www.southfrontenac.net/familyday or by calling 613-453-6846. • Your dog needs a dog tag and until the end of February, you can purchase a tag for $15 locally at Rona Hardware and Asselstine Hardware. As of March 1st, tags will only be available at the township office for $30.

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Wanda Harrison 613-335-3186 wmharrison070@gmail.com • With the Winter Olympics mostly over, has your house been overtaken by speed skating, skiing and more hockey than normal? Most households seem divided, as is ours. Can’t wait til February 20. • On February 20, Canada’s Family Day weekend, there will be a Family Fun Day at 1:00pm with sledding and a camp fire. Call or email RSVP 613-335-2474 or minister@ ardenpastoralcharge.ca. The event will be held at the Matson Farm. • On Friday, February 25, the Arden Pastoral Charge will be hosting a Movie Night. The feature film will be Harriet, honouring Black History Month. Spaces are limited so RSVP Kaitlyn at the above contact numbers. There will be a Zoom presentation if you prefer not to personally attend. • Arden Church service and Coffee and Conversation continue on Zoom. ■

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Lowest or any proposal submission may not necessarily be accepted. The Township reserves the right to cancel the Request for Proposal at any time up to the notification of Award. Submissions shall be submitted to the undersigned, on the prescribed form, as per the Submission instructions in the RFP document: “RFP No. 202202 - Tandem Plow Truck with U-Body Dump/Spreader 2022-23 Model Year” or “RFP 2022-03 - 3/4 Ton Heavy Duty 4 Wheel Drive Truck 2022-23 Model Year” on or before 2:00 PM local time on Thursday, March 10, 2022 Cheryl Robson, A.M.C.T. Chief Administrative Officer Township of North Frontenac 6648 Road 506, Plevna, ON K0H 2M0 cao@northfrontenac.ca

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Community Living – North Frontenac has openings for Part Time Direct Support Professionals. The successful candidates will demonstrate professional attributes and a high level of leadership while providing support in recreation, life skills development, person centered planning and the facilitation of personal outcomes. The Direct Support Professionals will provide flexible supports that are responsive to the needs of the person while promoting independence. Driver’s license, Vulnerable Sector Check and Driver’s Abstract will be required. First Aid & CPR is an asset. Preference will be given to individuals with a Developmental Service Worker diploma, however related work experience will be considered. Must be available to work, days/evenings/ weekends with dedicated work hours. If you think that you are the right person to join our team, please send your cover letter and resume to Estelle DiCintio at edicintio@clnf.ca or drop off at 1025 Elizabeth St., Sharbot Lake, ON by noon, Friday, February 25, 2022.

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GODFREY - SOUTH FRONTENAC FAMILY DAY 11am-3pm. Frontenac Community Arena. Snow tubing, wagon rides, free skating and other snow activities. COVID-19 pending/safety protocols in place. No BBQ. Volunteers are wanted! For more information and to

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Saturday February 26

BIG GULL LAKE FISHING CHALLENGE Weigh in Station at Pinnacle Point. Tickets $10. Pay in person to Megan/Darren 2453 Hwy 506 or etransfer megananddilon0103@hotmail Fishing at own risk. SYDENHAM - SOUTH FRONTENAC MUSIC IN THE PARK 1pm-3pm. The Point Park. Featuring Chris Murphy. Family oriented activities & hot beverages for sale. Info email recsupport@southfrontenac.net

South Frontenac Council - February 8/22 Short-term Rentals a Growing Concern in South Frontenac

he main focus of this meeting was on short-term rentals (STRs) in South Frontenac: on November 2nd, 2021 Council had received a delegation from Rick Ottenhof and Gabor Solymar regarding the challenges about Short-Term Rentals in the Township. These included noise, rudeness, property damage, nuisance parking, garbage, fires, careless boating, and various other concerns of neighbouring residents. On Nov 16, Council directed staff to prepare a report by or before March 31, with options for regulating the Short Term Rental industry in South Frontenac. CAO Carbone has had experience in designing Prince Edward County’s regulations for STRs. Carbone’s report provided information about STRs in South Frontenac, explained the regulatory framework that applies to them, offered examples of other communities’ approaches, and discussed the sorts of mechanisms Council could employ. The report did not recommend any specific STR regulatory approach. Instead it provided general information from which to base next steps, and recommended a discussion paper be prepared, followed by community consultation beginning in late 2022 (subject to available resources), prior to development of any specific regulatory measures, possibly for the summer of

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2023. The report listed various options for regulation, some much more onerous and time-consuming than others. It warned that rushing regulation could have unintended consequences or actually be ineffective at dealing with the real issues, and recommended that careful identification of issues and targeted responses are the best ways to deal with problems. There are many stakeholders and interests, therefore community collaboration and buy-in is extremely important. Carbone warned that even a simple STR program takes time to develop; some steps are sequential, others can be done concurrently. A “one-sizefits-all” approach to STR regulation won’t work; every community is different; municipalities should be careful not to rush to enact regulations and associated programs that are more than what is necessary to meet their objectives. Deputy Mayor Revill said he was concerned with a twoyear delay, and wanted things to happen faster. Councillor McDougall asked about comparators; Carbone recommended that Council look for locations similar in size and general concerns as South Frontenac, eg rentals mostly on lakeshores, private lanes: “places with big geography outside settlement areas.” Ruttan asked whether there were short-term steps which could be taken this summer: Carbone suggested giving existing by-laws, such as burn permits, ‘better

teeth”, and perhaps partnering with neighbouring Townships and the County to increase public education. Mayor Vandewal said he had received many phone calls already about STR issues, both pro and con, and many demands for public consultation: “People want to have a say: we don’t want to force something through that’s haphazard and which we can’t enforce; it’s not remotely realistic to ask for a program this summer.” Claire Dodds, Director of Public Services, said regulation of STRs has become a province-wide issue, and ROMA is publishing a paper which may help provide comparators and examples of feasible approaches. She suggested that public consultations about STRs could be integrated into the Official Plan consultations this year. Councillor McDougall suggested there was a role for the Lake Associations which will be meeting this summer. Councillor Morey cautioned, “We don’t want to try to start at 'step ten’: there’s a lot of work to do first.” Vandewal said many of the comments he had received showed a fear of over-regulation; he had had to reassure several callers that the Township has no intent to ban short-term rentals. He asked staff to bring back a report outlining starting steps in moving forward. Carbone’s complete 42-page report is available on the SF Township’s website in the notes to the meeting agenda for the COW of Feb 8/22. ■

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and then looped through the upper forest with each section offering 1.5 KM of rolling terrain. People and canine companions were eager to get outside and explore this frozen landscape. The trail pass is a nominal $5.00 (free for 12 and under) and we managed to complete just under 5 KM along our route. Quite honestly, we cut back across the main field so we could get back quicker as our hunger was getting the better of us. A nice addition to our outing was that Back 40 was offering a fireside lunch and we were eager to taste the gourmet menu items that awaited us. Wild boar chili with home made cornbread and corn chips was the main course and we washed it down with yummy hot chocolate that you could spice up with toasted cinnamon and chilis, or not. As we sat around the large bonfire it provided a comforting warmth as wesampled the hot chili with tender chunks and just enough zip on top with cheese and jalapenos. Laughter and chatter were

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Lucas Pell, the man from… T

he weather started out quite disappointing with a drizzle of rain and icy pellets as the first of three outdoor winter concerts sponsored by South Frontenac township was set to get underway at Centennial Park in Harrowsmith. The only saving grace was that the temperature had risen to just above zero and in Canadian terms, that is quite balmy. We were warmly greeted by a group of volunteers and Melissa Elliott offered up some warm hot chocolate or coffee to enjoy during the entertainment. Groups of friends huddled around open fire pits and large statuesque heaters, as the weather improved and provided a snowy backdrop for the lead performer Lucas Pell, an enthusiast artist ready to entertain, even though his fingers were chilled as he warmed them gingerly between sets. He is a young, fresh singer/song writer and performs regularly throughout Kingston and previously on the Thousand Island Cruise Ships. Lucas was ranked the number one Canadian Singer/Songwriter for 6 months straight and he has opened for great artists including Jimmie Vaughan. He got the nickname, the “man from hell”, somewhere along his musical journey, and the name has

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stuck. Lucas took us down memory lane and took suggestions from the crowd as he kept us moving in our seats and laughing as he chatted between songs and engaged with the audience. Behind us, the children’s stations were in full swing as kids played in the snow using the free kick sleds and snowshoes, while others raced around on the well-built play structure. Dogs and their masters romped in the dog park and then warmed by the fire soothed by the acoustic sounds coming from the solo master of his craft. The crowds ebbed and flowed as did the weather, but it did not deter outdoor enthusiasts from coming and enjoying the well-presented offerings the township provided. Thank you to the organizers and volunteers for a lovely afternoon of great music, warm fires, and friendly neighbours. Looking forward to the next one! Music in the Park is a 3-part series being presented from 1-3 p.m., by the Township of South Frontenac and will continue February 26th at The Point Park with musician Chris Murphy, then the last of the series will be on

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March 12th at Gilmour Point Park featuring Jordy Jackson. To find out more about Lucanus (Lukey) Pell he can be found on YouTube, Facebook, and Reverbnation.

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Family Day Changes to Garbage & Recycle Collection – February 21, 2022 As a result of the holiday Monday, Garbage and Recycling collection for all households in the Township will move to the next day. This means that collection for the week will run from Tuesday to Friday. Example: Mondays collection will move to Tuesday; Tuesdays collection to Wednesday etc. Loughborough WDS will be closed on Monday, February 21.

Music in the Park This three part series will invite local families to a day in our parks for free, live local music. They will be from 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm on February 26th at The Point Park featuring Chris Murphy, and March 12th at Gilmour Point Park featuring Jordy Jackson. There will be a few other family-oriented activities and hot beverages for sale. Families are encouraged to bundle-up, bring their lawn chairs, and enjoy the winter weather in our parks! COVID-19 pending/ safety protocols in place. Volunteers are wanted! For more information and to get involved visit www.SouthFrontenac.net/music or email recsupport@southfrontenac.net.

Garbage & Recycling Reminder – 7am Collection Time From time to time, what a resident perceives to be their *normal* time for garbage and recycle collection may change due to internal circumstances which is why residents are asked to ensure their garbage and recycling is curbside by 7 am. When the Township has to use alternative resources to collect garbage and recycling, there may be changes to residents’ collection time. If your garbage or recycling is put out later than 7am, there is a risk that you will miss our collection vehicles and your garbage will not be picked up that week. Garbage Bag Tags We realize that at this time of year, residents may be getting low on garbage tags, however, please ensure that each bag has a full, original South Frontenac bag tag around the neck of each bag. Partially tagged bags and overweight bags will not be collected. Tags may be purchased at either Township office (when open to the public) or numerous other retail stores within the Municipality. 2022 bag tags will be distributed with the interim tax notice starting the first week of March 2022. 2022 Dog Tags – Price Increases March 1 Dog Tags for the 2022 year are now available for $15.00 each, until February 28, 2022. After that date, the fee increases to $30.00. Kennel Licenses must be purchased at the Municipal Office (4432 George St) at a cost of $125.00 until February 28, after which the fee will increase to $150.00 per license. See our website for other locations selling dog tags until February 28th, 2022. Planning Applications & Public Meetings Council and the Committee of Adjustment hold regular public meetings to review planning applications and to invite public input. Please see our website under Open for Business>Current Planning Applications for a list of applications that are scheduled for a public meeting and/or in the public review period. Household Hazardous Waste Depot – Winter Hours The Household Hazardous Waste Depot will be open on February 24th, 2022 from 3 pm – 7 pm. A full listing of accepted materials may be found on our website under Living Here/Solid Waste/Recycling/Household Hazardous Waste

News & Public Notices Municipal Offices Reopen to the Public As a result of these announcements, administrative offices in Sydenham at 4432 George Street, and at 2490 Keeley Rd., will reopen to the public Monday, January 31, 2022, at 8:00 am. For more information, see www.southfrontenac. net/news/ Indoor Township Rental Facilities Reopened Effective February 5, 2022, municipally owned rental facilities have reopened to the public. To book one of the our facilities visit www.southfrontenac.net/halls/ or contact the Recreation department at 613-376-3027 Ext 4331 or by email at bookings@southfrontenac.net. 2022 Community Grants Applications for the Community Project Grant Program are now being accepted. Not for profit community organizations including charitable organizations and unincorporated groups who meet the project guidelines can apply until April 30, 2022. For more information see the website at www.southfrontenac.net/grants/. Winter Parking Restrictions The parking of vehicles on Township roads and village streets from 12:00 midnight to 7:00 a.m. is not permitted from December 1, 2021 to March 31, 2022. Pursuant to Section 181 of the Highway Traffic Act “No person shall deposit snow or ice on a roadway without permission in writing from the road authority responsible for the maintenance of the road”.

South Frontenac Family Day Hosted once again at the Frontenac Community Arena on February 21st from 11:00 am – 3:00 pm, this modified event will be a comeback of some favourites and introduce some new activities. There will not be a free BBQ as done in the past, but we are looking forward to snowtubing and other snow activities, free skating and more. COVID-19 pending/ safety protocols in place. Volunteers are wanted! For more information and to get involved visit www.southfrontenac.net/familyday/ or email recsupport@southfrontenac.net. Snow Plow Naming Contest – Vote Now! The Township of South Frontenac is inviting residents to help come up with awesome names for our big orange snow plows! Now that ideas have be submitted, head to www.southfrontenac.net/snowplow/ to vote on your favourite before Monday February 21, 2022. The winning names will be announced later that week! Community Recreation & Leisure Services Fair South Frontenac service clubs, sport leagues/ teams, and community associations are invited to participate in the first annual Community Recreation & Leisure Services Fair on March 26th, 2022 at the Storrington Lions Hall in Sunbury. The fair is free and will be from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm, attendees will be encouraged to learn about and register for recreation, leisure and social programs for all ages. COVID-19 pending/ safety protocols in place. Space is limited, so be sure to RSVP by March 1st. For more information and to save your spot, email recsupport@southfrontenac.net or call 613-453-6846. Public Skating at the Frontenac Community Arena Public Skating starts again weekly each Sunday from 12:00 pm to 1:20 pm and Parent & Pre-school Skating each Wednesday from 9:00 am to 10:30 am, at a cost of $2.50 per person. A CSA approved helmet with screen is recommended. For parent and pre-school skating, young children must be properly secured in stroller in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions. Stroller wheels must be cleaned and free of debris prior to being placed on the ice surface. Snowshoe & Kicksled Rental Get outside and try something new this winter! Snowshoe’s – Daily rental rate: $12 plus HST and $30 refundable security deposit per pair. Kicksleds – Daily rental rate: $25 plus HST and $100 refundable security deposit per kicksled. Adult and Kid’s sizes available. Visit www.frontenacarena.com for more information!

TOWN HALL Upcoming Meetings • Council Meeting – March 1, 2022, at 7:00 pm • Committee of the Whole – March 8, 2022, at 7:00pm • Committee of Adjustment – March 10, 2022, at 7:00 pm • Council Meeting – March 15, 2022, at 7:00 pm Electronic Participation Only Public meetings take place on Zoom (computer and telephone) and are streamed live on our Facebook page @SouthFrontenacTwp. If you want to address Council or the Committee of Adjustment directly on an agenda item, you must register to participate in the Zoom meeting. Go to the Featured Items and/or Events Calendar on our website for the link to register before noon on the day of each meeting. Career Opportunity – Chief Administrative Officer The Township is currently seeking an innovative leader for the role of Chief Administrative Officer. As the ideal candidate you are an inspiring, principled, and collaborative leader with a proven track record of results and accomplishments for a large public or private sector organization. You are forward thinking, have exceptional communication skills, and the political acumen to interact with diverse stakeholders, foster the development of partnerships, engage, and inspire our employees, while ensuring customer service excellence. If this sounds like you, apply by Monday, February 28, 2022. For more information visit www. southfrontenac.net/careers Tenders Official forms can be downloaded from www.biddingo.com/southfrontenac. • RFP # 2022-C01 - Request for Proposal - Electronic Voting for 2022 Municipal Elections - Internet and Telephone Voting - Sealed or electronic submissions must be received by 1:00 p.m., February 28, 2022. • RFP # PS-P01-2022 - Detailed Design for the Eagle Creek Bridge and Opinicon Culvert - Sealed or electronic submissions must be received by by 1:00pm, March 9, 2022 • TENDER No. PS-2022-07 - 2022 Crack Sealing Roads Program - Sealed or electronic submissions must be received by 1:00pm March 9, 2022. • TENDER No. PS-2022-06 - 2022 Micro-Surfacing Program - Sealed or electronic submissions must be received by 1:00pm March 2, 2022 • TENDER No. PS-2022-05 - 2022 Surface Treatment Program - Sealed or electronic submissions must be received by 1:00pm March 2, 2022 • PS-RFQ1-2022- Request For Quotation (Rfq) For Provision Of Contracted Equipment, Materials, And Trades - sealed submissions must be received by 1:00 p.m., March 9, 2022 Summer Student Jobs Are you a student looking for summer employment that is rewarding and supports your community?! If so, visit www.southfrontenac.net/careers/ to learn more about the variety of positions available and apply! Submissions must be received by March 4, 2022

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Downtown Revitalization Plan For Sharbot Lake Nears Completion by Brent Cameron (with a file from Jeff Green) entral Frontenac Township’s Economic Development Committee is nearing the completion of a Downtown Revitalization Plan for Sharbot Lake. Building upon the street reconstruction work in the village centre done in 2020 and supported by the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture Food and Rural Affairs ‘Rural Economic Development’ (RED) program, the Plan has been in development throughout 2021 and is entering its final stage of public consultations. The Committee includes Alison Robinson, Sara Carpenter, Maria Lockhart, Bill Bowick and is chaired by Councillor Brent Cameron. The Committee has been assisted in its work by Community Development Coordinator Adriana Barbary, Deputy Clerk Cindy Deachman, Public Works Manager Tyson Myers, as well as representatives from the County of Frontenac, and contributions from the Sharbot Lake Business Group. Alison Robinson said that if you “develop a strong vibrant downtown and your area will build a viable economy. Whether you live in the hamlets or down the country roads that define the fabric of Central Frontenac, Sharbot Lake is your Downtown! The strategic plan is just a beginning, a document to stimulate thought and give the Township Council and staff a road map of the priorities when considering investing in a strong downtown and a strong economy.” The draft plan includes action plans that are captured under 7 goals. It starts with the most immediate goal, which is to establish a permanent staff position in the township to oversee “economic development and lead the downtown revitalization effort.” The second action plan is to develop a strategic plan for signage in downtown Sharbot Lake. The third is to ensure safe routes to services in the village in response to safety concerns over increased traffic in congested areas. This includes improving the public washroom at the Sharbot Lake beach, and putting up a trailhead building in Railway Park, across from the township office. The 4th goal is to preserve the heritage features and functionality of the village. This includes setting

up a public wifi hotspot or hotspots that are available year-round. The 5th goal is to strengthen the local economy and facilitate new businesses. The 6th goal is to strengthen communication between community leaders and the final goal is to “promote and support” community led events and assets. When asked about why the plan was important for the development of the village, Sara Carpenter explained that “the whole point is to take what's great about a community and strengthen and build on that. The DR Program is helping us develop a vision of where we want to go. Then if we invest in that vision, we start to see benefits.” When completed, the plan will give the Township and members of the community a roadmap to growing the village’s economy as well as a vision of what future development can be. Bill Bowick commented that “the report is not the final answer. It will take time to implement all the recommendations, and some will change as we move forward but as we do so, we should see the emergence of a more attractive and prosperous community – a place where people like to live, a place that people like to visit. There will be nothing like it.” While the Plan being drafted is specific to Sharbot Lake, the Economic Development Committee sees it as the first phase of a broader effort across the Township. As

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Maria Lockhart explains "The DTR plan is a blueprint assuring Central Frontenac's future. The inclusion of each community member's thoughts and skills is an essential ingredient to our collective success." Looking beyond, Chair Brent Cameron added that “there is an enormous amount of research, planning and work that can form the basis of Community Revitalization Plans for other villages and hamlets – Parham / Tichborne, Godfrey / Piccadilly, Arden and Mountain Grove. What we can accomplish in Sharbot Lake and what we can do in all our other communities will be the ultimate measure of our success.” Those interested in viewing the draft plan can access it at www.engagefrontenac.ca/sharbot-lake-revitalization The Committee continues to welcome and accept public comments and hopes to complete its work at the end of March. For further information, contact: Adriana Barbary: abarbary@centralfrontenac.com or Brent Cameron: bcameron@centralfrontenac.com. ■

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