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Grimsby IC complaint process referred to staff By Mike Williscraft NewsNow A change to Grimsby council’s code of conduct intended to stifle frivolous Integrity Commissioner complaints got sidetracked Monday night. Coun. John Dunstall, who initially voted in favour of Coun. Lianne Vardy’s motion at Committee of the Whole, had second thoughts on the motion which would have made the names of complainants public. With this council’s tenure at the two-year mark, the only complaints received by the IC have been levied by members of council. Zero complaints have come from the public.
On this matter, Dunstall broke from his regular voting group - as has been noted by IC Charles Harnick. Monday he introduced an amendment which would have allowed the names of members of the public to remain confidential, should they choose. Vardy’s view was simple, in any court, the name of an accuser is public knowledge and IC complaints should not be any different. Generally, many members of council agreed that a councillor’s name should be public if they file a complaint against another councillor. Instead of supporting the initial mo-
tion or the amended version, council opted to refer it to staff to have its impact on the Town’s code of conduct assessed with a report pending. Coun. Kevin Ritchie, who wanted no part of names being attached to complaints, called the Town’s code of conduct a working document when it was first approved early in 2020, but he was reluctant to approve any changes now. While Ritchie noted a review and changes were just done in October, he said council should not be changing directions given by Harnick, who conducted that review. Mayor Jeff Jordan said tinker-
ing with administrative bylaws is not uncommon and pointed out to Ritchie that council did exactly that - tailoring Harnick’s recommendations to suit its needs during the meeting at which they were passed. The issues with council turmoil are serious, accusations of lying and bullying are common and - as Coun. Reg Freake noted, some could be considered criminal - they have all on edge. At one point Monday, Ritchie raised a point of order and objected to Vardy making accusations. However, Vardy had not named any councillor in her comments.
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WL introduces speed limit review protocol, Port Davidson Rd. and Young St. limits unchanged By Tristan Marks NewsNow West Lincoln Council has voted to keep Port Davidson Road and Young Street at their current 80 km/h speed limit Monday night, as recommended by staff after reviewing traffic speed on those two streets. Council also voted to implement a Speed Limit Review Policy prepared by staff. The study found that the Township had no formal procedure for reviewing traffic speed in the first place. The new review policy first directs staff to to gather data to determine the ‘operating’ speed of a road. This is defined as the speed which 85 per cent of vehicles travel at or under during relatively
free-flowing trafficregardless of the actual posted speed limit. This speed is compared to benchmarks set by the Transportation Association of Canada (TAC). Operating speeds are compared to specific tolerances: 50 km/h plus/minus 10 km/h for urban roads and 80 km/h plus/minus 20 km/h for rural roads. If the operatng speeds on a reviewed section of road fall outside of these tolerances, staff then takes a look at other factors set by the Niagara Region. These factors, which include number of stop signs, turns, pedestrian and cyclist traffic and more, are meant to generate a “risk score”
to compare to the operating speed determined in the first step. With these factors assessed, staff then can make an informed recommendation to Council about how to change a given roadway’s speed limit, if at all. Staff applied this draft policy to reviewing Port Davidson Rd. and Young St. leading into Smithville. Council directed them to determine the possiblity to lower the speed limit on the two roads during the summer. The review determined that neither speed limit of 80 km/h should be changed, as the operating speed fell within the tolerance zone. Mayor Bylsma asked
if the Township would be open to any legal liability if Council decided” to set a limit lower than what the review suggested. Consultant Jeff Suggett explained that the danger of setting an “artificially low” speed limit lies in how it would lead to “more variability of speeds”. The roadways would become more dangerous as some drivers would follow the posted speed limits and other would continue drive at a higher operating speed. This, Suggett explained, would open the Township up to liability. Council voted to accept both the review’s conclusions as well as the new speed review policy.
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We want to hear from you! Lincoln is working in a partnership called Niagara Adapts to develop a Corporate Climate Adaptation Plan. Through the plan, the Town aims to adapt its infrastructure, assets, operations, services, and shoreline to future impacts of climate change. In fall 2019, the Town circulated a climate vulnerability survey in the community. The survey results helped us develop a draft vision (aspirational priority) and goals for the Climate Adaptation Plan. Now, Lincoln is ready to share the draft vision and goals with you and to hear what you think. Your feedback will help ensure that Lincoln’s Climate Adaptation Plan reflects your concerns and visions for a sustainable Lincoln.
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Damages were estimated to have been about $7,500 for the roundabout and $5,000 for the Leisureplex. West Lincoln Mayor Dave Bylsma noted at Monday’s council meeting that the vandalism was a crime that affected all of West Lincoln. “I think that it was targeted against all residents, there’s no other reason to target the Leisureplex,” Bylsma said.
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Reverse parade draws tremendous response For a last-minute attempt to preserve a long-standing tradition and give area residents a reason to get out of the house safely, Saturday’s Grimsby Santa Claus Parade - reverse style - could not have gone better. All 10 display areas saw huge traffic throughout the 5-9 p.m. running time, with everything from live music, to movies to dancers being part of the fun - as well as the man in red - much to the delight of young and old alike. (Right) Scouter Sarah Whiteley leads the 1st North Grimsby Scouts in assembling a camping tent as part of their display on the front lawn of Grimsby Town Hall at the Christmas tree. Marks - Photo
Abby Winter and Noel Huinink played Mary and Joseph respectively as part of a live Nativity Scene at Mountainview Church. Marks - Photo
(Above) Christina Ammendolia (Left) dances with other students of Kinetic Dance Academy’s display in front of the Carnegie Building. Marks - Photo (Left) Gabriel Gomez gives Santa a wave as he and his family coast by the man in red’s Main Street display. It was smiles all around to parade-goers.
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Dean Allison
Blue Christmas at Smithville United, Dec. 16 Smithville United Church is holding a special service on Dec. 16 open to community members who have been feeling blue this Christmas season. The Christmas Blues service will provide some hope and light to those struggling in this dark time with scrip-
ture, music, a short skit, and some humour. The church can accommodate up to 50 people for this service, register ahead by calling 905-957-3176. Once seats fill up, those hoping to participate can ask for a link to watch online.
Member of Parliament for Niagara West Contact Dean’s office
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Grimsby & Lincoln Creeks
UPDATED FLOODPLAIN MAPPING INFO SESSION The NPCA is in the process of updating floodplain mapping along six creeks in the Town of Grimsby, and three creeks in the Town of Lincoln. The floodplain was last mapped more than 25 years ago.
HOW TO PROVIDE FEEDBACK: 1. Visit getinvolved.npca.ca to view the draft report, floodplain maps and to submit feedback online 2. Written comment can be sent to 250 Thorold Road West, Welland, L3C 3W2 3. Comments can be emailed to smiller@npca.ca 4. Attend the virtual information session
VIRTUAL SESSIONS LINCOLN
Tuesday December 15
GRIMSBY
Wednesday December 16
Please visit getinvolved.npca.ca for instructions on how to join the meeting. The virtual meeting will run from 6p.m. to 8p.m.
For further discussion: Steve Miller, P.Eng., Senior Manager of Water Resources smiller@npca.ca 905-788-3135 x 231
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A ‘thank you’ for Grimsby’s vets
Grimsby’s local veterans will be receiving some gifts courtesy of Lincoln Park retirement counsellor Heather Butler as thanks for their service. Last week, Dave Leonard from the Grimsby Legion picked up gift bags from Butler destined for area veterans.
Me thinks he doth protest too much Often when taking in Grimsby council, it helps to have sat through hundreds of hours of monotony to solve some of the innuendo and doublespeak. Monday’s meeting was an example where no prior experience was necessary, however. It is very easy to see where the individual camps lie on all debates. Often flags are flown long before council gets to a meeting in an attempt to stake out turf. In the latest installment of As Grimsby Turns, the issue of confidential complainants being permitted for Integrity Commissioner complaints was front and centre with Coun. Lianne Vardy making a comment about “frivolous and vexatious” filings coming from fellow councillors, no names mentioned. Yet, Coun. Kevin Ritchie piped up with point of order objecting to accusations while none had been steered his way. Not one name was mentioned. While Ritchie showed all the public really needs to know right there, the valid debate unravelled right there and headed straight for an airing of dirty laundry track. It is unfortunate the Town needs a code of conduct adjustment to police its own, but they do...and sooner the better. M.W.
Makeshift parade just took off The vast majority of people will be ecstatic to see 2020 in the rearview mirror...when we finally can. I consider myself among that lot. Many businesses are struggling through and everybody is looking to early 2021 as a make-or-break period which needs to be survived to get to greener pastures of spring/summer with - hopefully - a vaccinated society. From my point of view, you certainly step back wonder why, if not how, to push on. We’ve had stellar support from the business community, absolutely stellar. Costs these days are the stumbling block currently, but one way or the other that will get dealt with soon. Why so confident? Events like Saturday’s reinvented Grimsby parade have a way of revitalizing you. It was a couple of months ago when I got in touch with Grimsby rec services to let them know both myself (and the paper) and Grimsby Downtown Improvement Area would do anything possible if there was a way to preserve the two major traditions of the Santa Claus Parade - namely, Santa on Main Street and the firefighters doing their thing to support Grimsby Benevolent Fund. Emails and phone calls ensued, then a solid rollthrough meeting with all involved at the fire hall a few weeks ago showed the table was set....then we just didn’t know who was coming to dinner...if you know what I mean. I remember looking around the table, everyone was optimistic, hoping things would work out. Things we did know:
MIKE WILLISCRAFT • people would be happy to get out of their houses; • being able to get out in a safe cozy environment (their vehicle) was a plus; • GBF (and other charities have enjoyed tremendous support over the years and we believed people would see this as a great chance to support the organization at a time of great need. Well, the stars were aligned. Perfect weather combined with all those known factors to result in one of the most remarkable events with which I have ever been involved. It really did feel like Field of Dreams when I stood on Main Street and shot a photo of the stream of cars as far as the eye could see down Ontario Street. The lineup - at times was huge but everyone knew what they were in for. Everyone took their time, and enjoyed the moment. And what a moment it was! Standing by Santa for a long period of time to make sure I had some good shots, I fully expected to see kids hanging out the windows, pumped to see the man in red, since this may be their only chance this holiday season. It was pretty cool to see
car after car full of adults taking in the festivities. Their smiles were every bit as wide as the youngsters in the crowd, so that was great to see. As noted by comments in the Page 9 story, the end results were tremendous, off-the-charts incredible. Nobody at that firehall meeting would have guessed even double for a possible result and I will have to check on the Vegas odds of triple last year’s donations but would guess about 2,000-1. We legitimately talked about being happy to come even close to a normal year’s contribution. However, as noted, it was really about stringing together the tradition of it all in such a non-traditional year. So when I got uptown at 5 p.m. and firefighter Jeff Dancer said Elvis had already left the building.... meaning we had already doubled donations before we even got to the parade portion, the rest was gravy. And I say “we” because I like to think I do my share to help the firefighters association with everything they do - not just Grimsby but Lincoln and West Lincoln, too. I have burned a lot of $20s at the annual turkey rolls. Yes, I will miss those this year!! This was my 25th year working with Grimsby Fire on the food drive, going back to my Grimsby Independent days. There was a couple of years when I did not get to do the food bag distribution, but that did not stop full support of the crew and their important work. I commend the volunteer firefighters and all who made the parade fly. It was awesome!
Thanks to all involved: Rec director Dear Editor, It takes a community to put together our small town Grimsby Parade, which has been held annually for the past 62 years. This year Covid-19 forced us to approach the parade differently, and a ‘reverse parade’ concept was created as our 63rd parade. So many people worked extremely hard to make the reverse parade a success, and the parade is only possible through these tremendous community efforts.
LETTERS A big thank you is well deserved to Niagara Regional Police, Grimsby Fire Department, Grimsby DIA, NewsNow, GBF, RONA, ALL of the local businesses and community organizations that created the parade route stops, the Recreation and Facilities staff team and the Grimsby Parade Committee. All of these people worked tirelessly to make this event the success that it was,
during a time when there are many reasons to fairly say ‘not this year’. It is estimated that the event saw 1,500 vehicles with parade visitors of all ages, there was a record response of GBF donations and there was a community filled with hope and holiday spirit on Sat Dec 5. How proud we should all be of our amazing community. Sarah Sweeney Director or Parks, Recreation and Culture – Town of Grimsby
Hint of accountability drifts from council Dear Editor, Grimsby council had a chance to do something Monday night it simply could not close the deal on, being truly accountable to us taxpayers. I was surprised when
Coun. Dunstall voted in favour of a motion last month to make complainants on Integrity Commissioner complaints public. Monday he rolled over for his boys.
The motion would have revealed the backstabbers on council for all to see. Why is that wrong? Staff, as council dicussed, have other protections. Stephen Owen, Grimsby
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We asked & You DELIVERED!
you to the Grimsby community for your Thankoverwhelming support of the
Grimsby Firefighters Association’s annual Food Drive and the Grimsby Benevolent Fund! Also, a special thank-you to our local Food Bag sponsors!
Through your incredible generosity we collected more than TRIPLE the amount of food, money and gift cards compared to last year’s parade! You rose to the occasion and showed-up with patience, enthusiams and holiday cheer! While we thank you for contributing to the food drive, we also invite you to continue rising to the challenge and support local charities, initiatives and businesses! Thanks again, and see you next year! Grimsby Firefighters’ Association
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