September 23, 2020
Our Environmental Assessment Study for erosion control along Applewood Creek through the Lakeview Golf Course has been completed.
A Project File Report (PFR) has been prepared and is being placed on the public record for review for 45 days. The PFR will be available on the City’s stormwater projects website beginning September 3rd, 2020:
http://www.mississauga.ca/portal/stormwater/new-projects
Please let me know if you have any questions, or require any further information.
September 2, 2020
As part of the City’s phased and controlled reopening plans, some limited City services will be available in-person, by appointment only beginning September 8:
In addition, the Council Chamber and Committee Rooms will reopen for meetings at the Civic Centre (300 City Centre Dr.) with reduced capacity.
“Mississauga has come a long way, working together as a community, to stop the spread of COVID-19,” said Mayor Bonnie Crombie. “We know how much our residents and businesses want to get life back to normal, but we must remain vigilant. Working alongside our public health experts, we are now in a position to gradually and safely reopen some of our counter services along with modified community programming. Thank you to everyone for continuing to do your part to stay safe and healthy. Please, wear a face covering, wash your hands, maintain physical distancing, stay home if you are feeling ill and get tested if needed.”
Health and safety protocols are in place to protect staff and the public at all City facilities. These protocols include:
“The health and safety of our staff and the public continue to be our number one priority,” said Paul Mitcham, City Manager and Chief Administrative Officer (CAO). “We have and will continue to work closely with Peel Public Health and adhere to all guidelines and regulations put out by the Government of Ontario and the Region of Peel. These limited in-person service offerings as well as modified programming at our Recreation, Library and Culture facilities form the next step in our safe and gradual reopening and recovery plans. Other city services, including development applications and building permit applications, property tax payments and more continue to be accepted online.”
Additional program and service updates:
Recreation
Beginning September 8, community centres, fitness centres, indoor pools and limited arenas will reopen with modified programs/services.
Starting September 14, C Banquets (on the 12th floor of Civic Centre) and the BraeBen Golf Course dining room will be available for bookings.
Library
All locations except Frank McKechnie (currently under renovation) will reopen on September 15 with limited service. Curbside service will continue to be offered at Frank McKechnie until the renovations are completed in mid-October. Visits are limited to one hour and services including computer access and limited study require an appointment.
Culture
Starting September 8, bookings of some spaces will reopen including the Living Arts Centre RBC Theatre, studio rentals, church and group bookings. In addition, the information desk, reception and box office will reopen.
Mississauga’s COVID-19 Recovery Framework guides the City’s reopening and recovery. The Framework is supported by four individual recovery plans – Community, Economic, Finance and Corporate – which set Mississauga’s path forward in a safe, efficient and inclusive way.
Visit mississauga.ca/recovery or call 311 for more information.
Dear Customer:
The Region of Peel Public Works department regularly maintains and repairs the water system to make sure you have a reliable supply of quality drinking water. Sometimes they must turn off your water supply while we do the work. In the next few days, they will be working in your area and will have to turn off your water for a few hours.
Addresses: 870-920 and 873-917 Ninth Street
Your water will be turned off on Wednesday, September 2, 2020 from approximately 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. However, if the weather is bad or if a problem arises, we will reschedule the work and will let you know the new date and time.
When they we turn the water back on, air in the pipes may make the water cloudy and your plumbing may vibrate or make noise. If this happens, you can remove the air by briefly 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 should only have to run the water for 10 to 30 seconds, but keep running it until the water is clear and any vibration or noise has stopped.
If your water meter starts to leak, call Water Meter Installations Dispatch at:
August 31, 2020
The next time you are driving and decide to use your phone – think again, it’s illegal. Distracted driving is dangerous for all road users like road users including pedestrians, drivers, cyclists, commuters, mobility-device users and other methods of active transportation. The Distracted Driving law applies to the use of any handheld communications device and display screens like a phone, tablet or gaming console. The City, in partnership with the Road Safety Committee, is rolling out a campaign this September to remind Mississauga road users about the dangers of distracted driving.
“Far too many drivers continue to be distracted on Mississauga roads. It only takes seconds to cause a life-altering crash that can impact you, your passenger and others on the road. Whether you’re setting a GPS route or talking and texting, using your phone while driving just isn’t worth it. Last year, Peel Regional Police issued a total of 1,140 distracted driving tickets, 500 of which were in Mississauga,” said Mayor Bonnie Crombie. “Keeping our roads safe here in Mississauga is one of our top priorities. Any death or injury on our roads is unacceptable. This campaign will help educate and ensure the safety of pedestrians, cyclists and drivers and ensure they continue to move safely and freely around our city.”
The Ministry of Transportation (MTO) reports that you’re four times more likely to have a crash when you’re distracted while driving and the Canadian Automobile Association (CAA) reports that one in three drivers in Ontario engages in distracted driving with a mobile device. Additionally, research from the MTO, Traffic Injury Research Foundation and CAA found that young drivers under the age of 44 are more engaged in distracted driving.
Awareness of distracted driving is an important aspect of the Road Safety Committee’s 2020 goal to develop awareness and educate Mississauga residents about road safety initiatives, programs and issues.
“The Road Safety Committee is focusing its efforts on distracted driving in September with a goal of creating more awareness around this dangerous habit,” said Ward 9 Councillor Pat Saito, Road Safety Committee Chair. “The statistics tell a story. They are staggering and we need to make our roads safer by sending a strong message to our residents that distracted driving is dangerous.”
The Committee has been largely driven by the Vision Zero Framework. The framework focuses on the prevention of fatalities and injuries due to motor vehicle collisions.
“Our Transportation Master Plan has a goal of safety for all travellers on our roads,” said Geoff Wright, Commissioner, Transportation and Works. “Vision Zero is a key component of the Transportation Master Plan and the plan proposes 26 actions to achieve the safety goal. We are working in partnership with the Road Safety Committee, and raising awareness of distracted driving is one example of us working toward preventing fatalities and injuries on our roads.”
For a first distracted driving offence, you’ll receive a $615 fine up to $1,000, three demerit points and a three-day licence suspension. Second-time distracted driving offenders will receive a minimum $615 fine up to $2,000, six demerit points and a seven-day licence suspension.
To learn more about road safety in Mississauga, visit: https://web.mississauga.ca/services-and-programs/transportation-and-streets/traffic/
[Download hi-res photoThe Environmental Assessment Study for erosion control along Applewood Creek through the Lakeview Golf Course has been completed.
http://www.mississauga.ca/portal/stormwater/new-projects
Please let me know if you have any questions, or require any further information.
Stephen
August 26, 2020
Today, Mayor Bonnie Crombie announced that the City of Mississauga is joining Canada United, a national movement that brings fellow Canadians together to show their support for local businesses.
Canada United is a national movement to support local businesses in communities across the country. Canadians and Mississauga residents alike are encouraged to participate in the social movement with their views, likes, shares and follows in support of small and local businesses. Every social action will result in a donation of five cents by Royal Bank of Canada toward small business recovery grant funding.
“During these challenging times, our local businesses have shown compassion, empathy, concern and charity and now it is our opportunity to give back and stand together as a country and a community,” said Mayor Bonnie Crombie. “This is also why we launched Mississauga Made, our very own buy and shop local campaign back in June. Small businesses are essential to our economy and need our help now more than ever. I encourage everyone to stand behind our vibrant small business community and help them recover by shopping and dining locally, especially during Canada United Weekend from August 28 until August 30, 2020.”
Mississauga Made is a free online marketplace where local businesses, artists and vendors can promote their products and services. The initiative inspires residents to support and promote local products, businesses, local artists and experiences within our community.
The Mississauga Made marketplace features over 100 local listings from a variety of business categories with new listings being added daily. The easy-to-use website means residents can search to find new and local businesses in their neighbourhood. From local restaurants to nearby salons, or freelance photographers and one-of-a-kind shops – Mississauga Made is committed to bringing business and community members together to support everything local.
You can support Mississauga Made by:
In addition to supporting Mississauga Made, residents are encouraged to Show Up for Canada United by giving local businesses your business from August 28 until August 30, 2020.
“The Mississauga Board of Trade is a strong supporter of Canada United and Mississauga Made. These programs highlight the great businesses we have in our City and encourage all of us to shop local. We hope the people of Mississauga will do so on Canada United Weekend,” said David Wojcik, President and CEO of Mississauga Board of Trade.
Residents can also watch the Canada United videos online at GoCanadaUnited.ca, like posts from @GoCanadaUnited on social media and use #CanadaUnited to help raise funds to provide grants to local businesses.
Visit mississaugamade.ca to discover and connect with Mississauga businesses or follow @visitsauga on Twitter.
Mayor Crombie drops in to show her support for local businesses in Port Credit who have reopened their doors following the pandemic. Pictured above is Scoops Ice Cream and Zest For Living.
Mayor Crombie drops in to show her support for local businesses in Port Credit, alongside Beatrice Moreira-Laidlow and Jake Pedler, representatives from the Port Credit BIA.
August 24, 2020
When should certain types of noise be permitted in Mississauga? How much noise is acceptable in a growing urban centre? As the City moves ahead in updating its Noise Control By-law, a new online survey is now available to get residents’ thoughts on how to manage noise now and for the future.
Your input will help shape the new by-law to ensure it is more responsive to resident and community needs.
We invite residents to share their thoughts and complete the survey by September 30, 2020.
What:
An online survey to determine acceptable permitted periods for various noise types as part of the City’s Noise Control By-law Review.
Who:
Mississauga residents
Business owners
Taxpayers
How:
To complete the survey, visit mississauga.ca/noise-control
When:
Survey closes September 30, 2020
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Please let me know if you have any questions.
August 18, 2020
Starting today, customers can access in-library computers by appointment at Burnhamthorpe and Central Libraries. Computer visits are on a limited basis at first to ensure customer and employee safety. Access to computers includes use of the internet, Microsoft Office, scanning and limited printing and photocopying.
“I am pleased that we are able to resume these important services at select library locations across our City,” said Mayor Bonnie Crombie. “Access to technology – from online education and resources to job search assistance and even connecting with friends and loved ones – is one way we can help promote health and wellness while ensuring our residents stay connected to opportunity. In an increasingly digital world, access to free technology will be vital in our efforts to ensure all residents and businesses have the tools and supports they need to thrive in a post-pandemic world.”
Computer access is available at Burnhamthorpe and Central Libraries on:
Customers can book an appointment online through MyPC, by calling the Virtual Call Centre at 905-615-3500 or in-person at Burnhamthorpe or Central during service hours. Staff will be on hand to direct each user to their computer station upon arrival.
“We welcome customers to use the computers at our Burnhamthorpe and Central locations,” said Jennifer Stirling, Acting Director, Mississauga Library. “We remind everyone that masks must be worn indoors at all times. We are currently limiting appointments to one booking per person per day, with a limit of one person per computer station. Please have your library card number available. We continue to take all the necessary steps to protect public health and safety. These include implementing stricter cleaning and sanitization procedures and observing physical distancing protocols. We look forward to reopening additional locations and services in September.”
Visit mississaugalibrary.ca/computers for more details.
Mississauga Library also has more Wi-Fi hotspots that can be loaned for one week and returned to any location’s open outdoor drop box. Customers can place a hold on hotspots through the Library’s catalogue.
Customers can continue to use their library card or virtual card to explore our vast collection of ebooks, audiobooks and other online virtual resources.
For more information, visit mississaugalibrary.ca and follow Mississauga Library on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter.
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COVID-19 | August 12, 2020
Today, the Province of Ontario announced Phase 1 of funding as part of the Safe Restart Agreement between the Federal government and the Provinces and Territories.
Mississauga Allocations for Phase 1 $46.083M
“This is great news for our City, and I want to thank Premier Ford for being a champion for cities and for coming to the table to advocate for our needs,” said Mayor Bonnie Crombie. “I also want to thank Prime Minister Trudeau and the Federal government for their unprecedented financial commitment. This funding will help Mississauga address the approximately $60 million deficit we face in 2020 and recognizes that a strong economic recovery requires healthy cities. COVID-19 will bring additional financial pressures to future years, and we look forward to working with the province to determine how Phase 2 funding can best support large, urban cities like Mississauga.”
The City of Mississauga is receiving a total $46.083 million in Fall 2020 as part of the Ontario Economic Response in the first round of funding through the Safe Restart Agreement.
“As a large Ontario municipality we have been advocating for funding to do the work that is needed to carry out our recovery plans and be able to deliver the key services our residents rely on,” said Paul Mitcham, City Manager and Chief Administrative Officer. “We will still face challenges as we implement our recovery, but this funding will help us continue to provide the essential services our residents and businesses need.”
The government is providing the City of Mississauga over $14 million to help respond to local priorities and $31 million in the first phase of transit funding. The transit funding will be provided through a base amount and an additional allocation based on transit ridership. The funding can be used to provide immediate relief from transit pressures, such as lower ridership, as well as for new costs due to COVID-19, such as enhanced cleaning and masks for staff. In the second phase, additional allocations will be provided based on expenses incurred to ensure the funding meets the needs of municipalities.
“This is welcome news as we continue to work on our 2021 Budget to manage the deficit from the pandemic while providing services and programs,” said Gary Kent, Commissioner of Corporate Services and Chief Financial Officer. “Staff will continue to innovate with Council and with the public being fully engaged. We look forward to reaching out to the public on our budget in the Fall to give Council the input and information they need.”
Background
The Premier will be consulting with municipal partners at Association of Municipalities of Ontario AMO conference next week. In Fall 2020, Ontario’s 444 municipalities will receive $695 million in Phase 1 funding to help address municipal operating pressures related to the COVID-19 pandemic. This funding will be allocated on a per household basis and would be shared 50/50 between upper- and lower-tier municipalities. Up to $695 million in additional funding will be available through Phase 2 to eligible municipalities after municipalities have provided the province with information on their estimated COVID-19 related financial pressures.
