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MILTONVALE PARK COMMUNITY NEWSLETTER – JUNE 2016
CANADA DAY
Celebration &
Free BBQ
Community Park
413 Sleepy Hollow Road
11:30 p.m.-2:30 p.m.
Friday, July 1st Opening Ceremony - 12:30 p.m.
Enjoy barbequed hot dogs, hamburgers, baked potatoes, beverages, ice cream & Canada Day cake.
Entertainment by Bryson Guptill
& John MacAllar
Presentation - Miltonvale
Park Volunteer Award Fun, games & a bouncy castle
for the kids!!
Wear red & white and be crowned
“Best Dressed”!
Stroll around the walking trail at the park.
Bring equipment for outdoor games such as
kites, softball, croquet.
Enjoy time with your neighbours!
If the weather is REALLY inclement, the celebration will be
at the Milton Community Hall (7 New Glasgow Road-Rte 224). Call 902 368-3090 or check Facebook or
www.miltonvalepark.com to confirm location. The park will close for the rest of the day after
the Canada Day Celebration.
The Canada Day Celebrations are funded in part by the
Department of Canadian Heritage. La Fête du Canada est
financé par Miltonvale Park et le ministère du Patrimoine
canadien,
Community Park Updates
Park Supervision: Full time supervised park hours
will begin on June 29th. The park will be open from
Monday-Friday: 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and 1:00 p.m.
to 6:00 p.m. Please note that the park staff will NOT
be supervising children during the half hour lunch
break each day. The last day for park supervision will
be August 26th. Park hours are subject to change and
will be posted at the shelter and on the website -
www.miltonvalepark.com. The park will be open for
use by the public until dusk daily (including
weekends). The phone number at the park is 902 - 368-
7587.
Book the Park The park shelter can also be used for
family celebrations or other events that
fall outside regular park hours. There is
no charge for residents, but a damage deposit is
required. Call the office 902-368- 3090 or park 902-
368-7587 for more details.
Carolyn Crane will be back this summer as
Environment and Community Living Coordinator for
the Community Park, and she has lots of ideas for
events, activities for rainy days, recreation programs,
and more! Check with her at the park at (902)368-
7587, the Miltonvale Park Facebook page at
https://www.facebook.com/miltonvale.park, or the
community website for more information on activities.
Ball Schedule:
The West Royalty Softball Association has booked
the ball field at the Miltonvale Community Park for the summer evenings from Sunday-Friday as well as
Saturday mornings. The park will still be open for use throughout the summer even when the ball
teams are around. For a full ball schedule, go to
http://miltonvalepark.com/calendar.php .
New Additions to the Park
We will have some new additions to the park for the
coming summer. A “Swirl” musical toy and an
accessible U-swing will be added to the playground.
In addition, the park shelter also now has a bathroom
with an outdoor entrance. This bathroom, located at
the rear of the shelter, will be open for park go-ers to
use at any time.
MILTONVALE PARK COMMUNITY NEWSLETTER – JUNE 2016
The “Drop-In” Summer
Park program
The “Drop–In” Summer Park Program:
is for school-aged children;
is so parents can let children go to the park
knowing that there is a responsible person keeping
an eye out for the children;
is a drop-in program (i.e. NOT all day everyday);
the park program is not a babysitting service;
does not provide snacks or meals;
Park staff are not responsible for preschool
children - they should be accompanied by a
caregiver.
Parents and Caregivers:
Please send children with sunscreen.
Please encourage children to be respectful of park
staff and other park users.
Feel free to send a snack with your child and make
use of the refrigerator to keep it cold!
Ensure your children have a safe way home when
the park is closed.
Please fill out a registration form, so staff are
aware if there are allergies or issues, and leave
emergency contact numbers, for every time your
child is at the park, in the event you are needed.
Thank you Faithworks Center!
Last summer, two swings were
stolen from the Community
Park. Thanks to the generosity
of the Faithworks Center
Church on the Loyalist Road,
the swings have been replaced
for the coming summer.
Community Garden
There is still a little bit of space left for residents at the
Miltonvale Community Park. If you would like to
reserve a plot in the garden this summer, contact
(902)368-3090 or email miltonvalepark.staff@
gmail.com. Park staff has planted some of the garden,
and residents can weed, or nibble from it as grows.
There is gardening equipment available, such as
tomato cages, hoes and rakes, and a watering can.
Computers Have You Confused? The summer students at the Community Park and the
Milton Community Hall are willing to lend a hand to
help seniors figure out Facebook, email or other
computer issues. It is best to call ahead (Park –
902.368.7587 or Hall 902.566.3154) and set up a time
to drop by to get help, to ensure sure computers (and
students!) are available.
Internet Update Discussions are continuing with several internet
providers as the community works to obtain improved
internet services for the area. There are a number of
factors to consider. Fiber op has a very high
installation cost, as a number of electrical poles would
need to be replaced, adding significantly to the total
cost. A new internet provider is investigating costs and
servicing options for a combination of wi-fi zones, as
well as residential services, which have several plans
available – one with a very affordable rate for people
who may only need service to one or two devices. We
hope to have more progress to report soon!
Chase the Ace Congratulations to the members of the North River
Fire Department and the Kingston Legion on their very
successful, ongoing Chase the Ace Fund raiser. Alan
Crane, of the Crabbe Road is the president of the
Legion Branch. Their volunteers have been putting in
many, many hours over the past forty weeks – and
funds raised will support both worthy local groups!
MILTONVALE PARK COMMUNITY NEWSLETTER – JUNE 2016
Upcoming Community Events
For an up-to-date listing – check out
miltonvalepark.com or miltoncommunityhall.ca or
become a Facebook friend. Some events may require
registration. To register for an event at the
Miltonvale Community Park, please email
[email protected] , or call 902-368-
7587. For more information on events happening at
the Milton Community Hall, call 902-566-3154, or
email [email protected] .
Weekly Events:
Mondays and Fridays -10 a.m. Drop into the
Milton Community Hall for “Coffee Club” –
Admission by donation of coin or snacks.
Thursdays – until September 29, 2016- Card
Parties at the Milton Community Hall from 7:30
p.m. Light lunch served -$3.
Special Events:
● Fri., June 24th: Touch of Country Concert –
7:30 p.m. at the Milton Community Hall – Join
us for a night of traditional old time country
music. Featuring musicians Mary Smith, Theo
Wiegers, Fern and Laurie Belliveau. Canteen
available. Touch of Country will also be playing
at the Hall on Fridays - July 22nd, August 19th,
and September 9th. Mark your calendars!
● Fri., July 1st: Canada Day Celebration & Free
BBQ - 11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. - Miltonvale
Community Park. Rain location – Milton Hall.
● Sat., July 9th: Bark in the Park - Presentation
by Kim MacMillan from Courteous Canines -
10 a.m., Miltonvale Community Park - Kim
will be presenting information that dog owners
should know before bringing their dogs to dog
parks. Registration required. FREE.
● Tues., July 12th: Strawberry Social
6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. – Milton
Community Hall – Hosted by the
North Milton Women’s Institute.
Drop by for some strawberry treats! Tickets are
$10 for adults, $5 for kids 12 and under, and free
for preschoolers.
● Fri., July 15th: Superhero
& Royalty Day - 1:00
p.m. - 4:00 p.m. at the
Miltonvale Community
Park - Games, crafts and
more! Come dressed like your favorite Disney
Royal or Superhero. Registration required.
● Mon, July 25th: Christmas in July - 1:00 p.m. -
4:00 p.m. at the Miltonvale Community Park-
For the third year in a row, Christmas comes
twice this year! Featuring pass the present,
decorating the tree, cookie decorating, carols and
more. Registration required.
● Fri., August 5th: Olympics in the Park - 1:00
p.m. - 4:00 p.m. at the Miltonvale Community
Park - To mark the start of the Summer
Olympics in Rio, we will be having our own
Olympic Games at the Park! Wear Canada colors
and try out different events. Registration required.
● Mon., August 15th: Teddy Bear Picnic - 1:00
p.m. - 4:00 p.m. at the Miltonvale Community
Park- Bring your favorite stuffed animal for
treats, dress up and games. Registration required.
● Wed., August 24th: 4-H and 50+ Field Trip -
9:00 a.m. Join members of the Wheatley River
4H club on a field trip to Orwell Corner and the
Belfast Mini Mills. Open to anyone 50+. Cost is
$10. Please register by Wednesday, August 17.
● Fri., August 26th: Mad Science Day - 1:00 p.m.
- 4:00 p.m. at the Miltonvale Community
Park- Do you have a budding scientist at home?
Stop by the park for a crash course in Mad
Science. Registration required.
● Fri., August 26th: LAST DAY FOR
SUPERVISION AT THE MILTONVALE
COMMUNITY PARK. Children should not be
left unattended at the Park following this date.
● September 10th: Annual Draw Down Lottery
Fundraiser – Milton Community Hall 7:30
p.m. – Want to be $5000 richer? Or to win one of
$5000 worth of smaller prizes? Get your ticket on
this year’s Draw Down! Tickets are $100 each.
MILTONVALE PARK COMMUNITY NEWSLETTER – JUNE 2016
Dog Run and Proper Pet-iquette
Last summer a Dog Run was installed at the
Miltonvale Community Park. If you’ve never brought
your dog to a dog park, you may be unsure of how your
dog should behave. Kim MacMillan from Courteous
Canine has provided us with some important tips for
Dog Park Etiquette:
Dog parks can be wonderful, but your dog’s safety
is your responsibility
Supervision: Keep your dog in your sight at
ALL times. Monitor his or her behaviour.
Not every dog is a dog park dog.
Your dog is not a “bad” dog simply if he doesn’t
enjoy playing with other dogs at the dog park. All
dogs are individuals.
Your dog should truly
enjoy the company of
other dogs. Know your
dog. Pay attention, and
listen to what your dog
is saying.
It is normal for dogs to stop enjoying rough and
tumble play as they reach maturity.
A dog park is for socializing, NOT socialization.
Know the Park Rules - and Follow them. Be a good
citizen. Scoop Your Poop. See someone who needs
a bag? Share! Toss all garbage - even if it is not
yours. Safety First. Make sure your dog is in good
health, vaccinated, and free of parasites.
On your very first visit, it is best to choose a quiet
time of day when the park is not crowded. Let your
dog get familiar with the location, and meet a few
other appropriate dogs.
A Dog Park is not a playground leave young
children at home –or under supervision at the
nearby playground.
Remove Choke Chains, Prong Collars, or Shock
Collars in the park. If your dog has a good recall,
remove all collars. Remove harnesses and seat belt
straps too.
Before you enter the park scan for safety. Do this
EVERY time, no matter how long you attend.
Red Flags at the Park:
High tails - the higher and stiffer the tail, the
higher the arousal.
Stiff bodies - stiff bodies are not happy bodies.
Dogs hunching, slinking, or hiding behind
owners - these dogs are overwhelmed and
need space.
Hot pursuit - dogs should not be permitted to
gang up on other dogs, or relentlessly chase
smaller, weaker dogs. Small dogs can be seen
as prey, and accidents in the dog park can
happen if very small dogs get hurt and squeal.
Owners- Not paying attention - or absent
altogether. Owners not stepping in when
needed. Owners micromanaging situations,
when they don’t need to.
Vertical play - when two dogs are interacting,
both on hind legs - high arousal. This sparring
can easily turn into a fight.
ALL leashes must be off
inside the park. This is for the
safety of all dog park users.
Keep your leash in your hand
or pocket, in case everyone
needs to collect their dog in an
emergency.
Toys are best left at home.
First greetings at the park are often brief and
circular (nose to tail) and often followed by a shake
off, and take off (or play bow). When greeting,
allow a few seconds to greet, then call your dog
and invite them to move into the park.
What is a Bully? One who targets the small, weak,
young, or shy dogs.
Not Sure If Your dog is being a bully? Perform the
Bully Test. Call your Dog away from play (or go
collect your dog from play). Wait and See what
the other dog does. If the other dog continues to
engage your dog, it was probably fine - let the
dogs play. If the other dog shakes off, walks away,
or looks relieved to have a break - you were
probably right in separating them. This can be
done more than once at a given play session.
Don’t let dogs “work it out” if the dog is fearful.
If there is a fight:
First - Don’t panic! Owners whose dogs are not
involved should collect their dogs
and leave the immediate area.
Avoid collar grabs - you will get
bitten. Dogs reflexively bite
whatever grabs at them in a fight
- even owners.
MILTONVALE PARK COMMUNITY NEWSLETTER – JUNE 2016
Insert an object between the dogs if possible - a chair, pooper scooper, umbrella, blanket,
etc.
Pour water over them.
If this doesn’t work, the safest way to separate
dogs is the “wheelbarrow” technique. Get
behind the dog and grab the hind legs. In one
smooth move, lift up and swing the dog away
from the fray. - Lean back and keep face away
from the dogs. - If the dog swings around to
bite at you, LET GO! Keep moving dogs away from each other until
you are able to contain the dogs.
Trust your Gut - If it feels unsafe, it likely is.
At the end of the day, both you AND your dog
should leave the park smiling.
For more information go to http://miltonvalepark.com/
http://courteous-canine.com/ http://drsophiayin.com
or join us at the park, July 9th at 10:00 a.m. for an
informative dog park presentation by Kim MacMillan.
Call (902)368-7587 or email
[email protected] to register.
Get Active this Summer
Have you been considering beginning an exercise
program, but are unsure of where to start? Not sure
how active your kids should be? The Canadian Society
for Exercise Physiology (CSEP) has created easy to
read guidelines for people of all ages. The Canadian
Physical Activity Guidelines (CPAGs) were released
in January of 2011 (who knew?!) and are based upon
countless hours of research. These guidelines are
known as the minimum physical activity requirements
to see health benefits.
What are the guidelines? The CPAGs are made for
five different age groups: for the early years (ages 0-
4), for children (ages 5-11), for youth (ages 12-17), for
adults (ages 18-64) and for older adults (ages 65+).
Each age group has a different exercise requirement to
maintain a healthy lifestyle and their own benefits.
Infants (aged less than 1 year) should be physically
active several times daily – particularly through
interactive floor-based play. Toddlers (aged 1–2
years) and preschoolers (aged 3–4 years) should
accumulate at least 180 minutes of physical activity at
any intensity spread throughout the day, including: A
variety of activities in different environments;
Activities that develop movement skills; Progression
toward at least 60 minutes of energetic play by 5 years
of age. More daily physical activity provides greater
benefits. Meeting these requirements can help
youngsters maintain a healthy body weight, improve
their movement skills, increase their fitness, build
healthy hearts, have fun and feel happy, develop self-
confidence and improve learning and attention.
For health benefits, children
and youth ages 5-17 should
accumulate at least 60 minutes
of moderate- to vigorous-
intensity physical activity
daily. This should include:
Vigorous-intensity activities at least 3 days per week
and activities that strengthen muscle and bone at least
3 days per week. Children meeting these requirements
will see improvements in their health, do better in
school, improve their fitness, grow stronger, have fun
playing with friends, feel happier, maintain a healthy
body weight, improve their self-confidence and learn
new skills.
The requirements for adults (ages 18-64) are as
follows: at least 150 minutes of moderate-to-vigorous
intensity aerobic physical activity per week in bouts
of at least 10 minutes long. Adults should also add
activities that strengthen muscle and bone, using major
muscle groups at least 2 days per week. Again, these
are just minimums, so doing more is always better.
Adults meeting these requirements will enjoy a
reduced risk of developing seven
chronic conditions (like heart
disease, stroke, hypertension, and
Type 2 Diabetes), reduced risk of
premature death, and can improve
their fitness, mental health, and
strength along the way.
The dog run is open at
the park daily for public
use… Please pick up
after your pooch!
MILTONVALE PARK COMMUNITY NEWSLETTER – JUNE 2016
Finally, the guidelines for older adults (those 65+) are
also to accumulate at least 150 minutes of moderate-
to-vigorous intensity aerobic physical activity per
week in bouts of 10 minutes or more. Older adults
should also add muscle and bone strengthening
activities using the major muscle groups, at least twice
per week. In addition, older adults with poor mobility
should perform physical activities to enhance balance
and prevent falls. Meeting these guidelines will help
older adults to reduce the risk of developing chronic
disease and dying prematurely, but also to maintain
their functional independence, mobility, bone health
and mental health. Furthermore,
meeting these guidelines can
help older adults to improve
their fitness and improve or
maintain their body weight.
What is moderate to vigorous
intensity? Moderate-to-vigorous intensity is the most
difficult aspect of the guidelines. Many people think
they are sufficiently active, however, they are not
working at a moderate-to-vigorous rate, and therefore
they do not see the benefits of their exercise.
Moderate-intensity exercise includes activities that
cause people to sweat a little and breathe harder, such
as brisk walking, riding a bike, gardening, skating, or
playing. Moderate-intensity exercise can also be
measured using heart rate – 60% of your maximum
heart rate is considered to be moderate-intensity
exercise, or using a walking cadence of at least 100
steps per minute for adults and at least 116 steps per
minute for older adults.
Vigorous-intensity exercises are
activities that will cause people to
sweat and be out of breath like running,
swimming, roller blading, cross-
country skiing, or swimming. Most
sports will be enough to reach vigorous
intensity. You can also measure your
heart rate to determine if you’re
reaching moderate to vigorous
intensity! A heart rate at or above 80%
of your maximum is considered to be vigorous
intensity. Don’t be afraid to work hard - the more you
work at a vigorous level, the more improvements
you’ll see in your body’s fitness.
What types of activities strengthen bone and
muscle? Resistance training, such as weight lifting, is
the best type of activity to target the major muscle
groups of the body. Other good ways to strengthen
muscle and bone could be to play an impact sport such
as soccer and hockey, or daily chores like shoveling,
mowing the lawn, or carrying groceries.
Why 10 minutes or more? The 10 minute minimum
associated with the guidelines comes from experiment
results which found that only those who did at least 10
straight minutes of exercise saw health benefits.
Remember that doing some is good, but more is
always better - 10 minutes of moderate-to-vigorous
exercise is the bare minimum to see health
improvements.
What types of activities improve balance and
prevent falls?
Want more information about the guidelines or what
type of exercise might work for you? Call or email
Carolyn at the Miltonvale Community Park at
(902)368-7587 or [email protected],
or go to http://www.csep.ca/en/guidelines/get-the-
guidelines . Fitness classes for the 50+ will resume in
early October on Mondays and Fridays at 9:00 a.m. at
the Milton Community Hall.
Currently, only 13% of Canadians meet all the
guidelines for their age-groups.
Let’s improve that in Miltonvale Park!
APM Centre Communities 13 Inc. is a not for profit charitable
organization incorporated to own and operate the APM Centre multi-use recreational complex. Each resident
of the 13 communities (which include Miltonvale Park) is a member of the organization. Check out what
is happening at the rink/gym at http://www.apmcentre.com.
Thank you to the Central Region Sport
and Recreation Council! The Central Region Sport and Recreation Council
funded some of the recent chair yoga classes held at
the Milton Community Hall. The CRSRC has many
events going on that promote wellness! Go to
http://www.peiregionalsportandrecreation.ca/ and
click “Central Region”.
MILTONVALE PARK COMMUNITY NEWSLETTER – JUNE 2016
Do THREE for MVP
What is THREE for MVP? THREE for MVP hopes
to make the Community of Miltonvale Park a better
place by encouraging people to get more involved in
the community. Residents are asked to – before the end
of December – do three things that help to improve the
community or the life of people in the community. The
thing could be BIG - like volunteering to organize a
community Hallowe’en party, a community skate, or
block party or small – like picking up litter that is on
the roadside, weeding in the community garden – or
anything in between!
Need some ideas to get you started?
Paint, hold an event (workshop,
speaker or activity) at the hall or
Community Park – hold a games
night, music lessons, cooking classes,
or share your talent… dog lessons, walking club, meet
your neighbour night, car show, Art in the Dark, start
a club (Poetry, sewing, etc.), host a community yard
sale, make a rink at the park, lend a hand, shovel snow
for the neighbour, join WI. For the community –
volunteer for socials, help at the hall … THE SKY IS
THE LIMIT!
Need some help getting your project going? Council
has approved a limited number of “Mini Grants” to
help residents fund their THREE for MVP projects!
You can also hold an event at the park shelter (free rent
for residents) or at the hall (for reduced rent). The grant
can be used for snacks, publicity, honorarium, rent, or
supplies for events which involve more than three
families/households. Grant money will not be given
for events that involve alcoholic beverages.
Grant Amount: $50; There may be more funding
available for larger events involving more residents,
at the discretion of the Community Council
For more information on how to take advantage of this
funding, go to miltonvalepark.com or call the council
office at (902)368-3090.
Share your success and WIN! Share your story of
your three good deeds with us for a chance to win
prizes! You can tweet us (@3forMVP), share to our
Facebook page (“3forMVP”), or email your story to
[email protected]. If you or your
business would like to donate a prize to the “Do
THREE for MVP” project, contact the council office
at (902)368-3090. Thank you to Tom Scully (T S
Welding & Machinery Repair) and Gordon Ramsey
(Milton Convenience Store) for their contributions
towards cash prizes for those who register their good
deeds!
MVP Mind & Body
The Community of Miltonvale
Park is delighted to announce
the “MVP Mind and Body”
Program. There are a number of
aspects to this project that involve seniors before the
program wraps up in March 2017: ten more chair yoga
classes (which started this spring but are on a summer
hiatus until the fall), mindfulness classes; healthy
eating classes; and three community kitchen activities.
The goals of this program are to get older adults more
involved in events and classes in our community, help
them to improve their flexibility, learn more about
healthy eating and cooking, and practice mindfulness.
Another goal is to have older adults visiting their
neighbours and interacting with youth from the area.
There will be many opportunities to be involved, have
fun, and learn something new for adults in the area
MILTONVALE PARK COMMUNITY NEWSLETTER – JUNE 2016
who are fifty and older. For more information, contact
the Council Office at (902)368-3090 or
This project is funded in part by the Government of
Canada’s New Horizons for Seniors Program.
4-H and 50+ Field Trip: The motor coach has been
booked for a group excursion to
Orwell Corner and the Belfast
Mini Mills on August 24th as part of the MVP Mind
and Body Program. The trip will involve a bus ride,
tours of both Orwell Corner and the Belfast Mini
Mills with activities throughout the day and a picnic
lunch! Cost to attend is $10 per person to help
supplement the cost of the bus and day passes for
Orwell Corner. We would love to have residents over
50 years of age join the members of the Wheatley
River 4-H Club for a great day! The bus will be leaving
from the Milton Community Hall (7 New Glasgow
Rd) at 9:00 a.m. Register for the visit by calling
(902)368-3090 or email at
[email protected]. Registration is due by
Wednesday, August 17. If space permits, non-
residents would also be welcome.
Mindfulness classes are being organized – probably
for October - November. If you might be interested in
attending – drop us a note so we can adjust the
scheduling so it will work for residents.
The Community Kitchen Cooking Days are also
planned start in the fall, so we can take advantage of
the fresh produce. Watch for details – or email
[email protected] to get your name on our
“email list” for sporadic reminders of events and
community news.
50+ Fitness Classes Monday and Friday 9:00 a.m. fitness
classes will resume in October. Until
then -Slip on a shirt, Slop on the 30+
sunscreen, Slap on a hat, Seek shade
or shelter and enjoy the great
outdoors… and maybe slap bugs!
Traffic Reminder:
Watch the speed limit
and pass cyclists with
care!
Want a sign to remind drivers to take care? Pick up a
road sign at the Council Office at Milton Community
Hall!
Community Council Meetings Council meets the 3rd Wednesday of each month
at 7:30 p.m. in the Council boardroom at the Milton
Community Hall. The
next meeting is July 20 at
7:30 p.m. Residents are
encouraged to attend Council meetings. If you wish to speak on an issue,
notice has to be given one week prior to the meeting to be included on the agenda. Minutes are posted on-line,
after they have been approved at the following Council meeting.
Please note that if no new business arises, the summer
meetings may be cancelled. Check the website or call the office to confirm meeting dates.
Donations from Council If you are representing the area or province in an out-of-province competition, workshop or event, or other
worthwhile endeavor, please submit a letter to Council
requesting support at least 5 weeks before the event.
Recently, Council made a donation to Sheila and Orville Curtis, who competed at the Atlantic Wood
Carving Competition and were very successful! Congratulations Sheila and Orville!
MILTONVALE PARK COMMUNITY NEWSLETTER – JUNE 2016
Support Local Businesses
In May, a Business Expo at the Milton Community
Hall recognized local business owners and provided
them with an opportunity to meet and showcase their
operations. The following businesses either attended
or expressed interest in the Expo.
Ann Marie’s Family Hairstyling: Located at 17294
Rte 2, Milton Station, Ann
Marie provides aesthetic
services including haircuts,
colors and washes for men,
women and children. Call and
book an appointment today at
(902)892-2882.
Coles Moulding and Woodworking Ltd: Located at
189 New Glasgow Road, manufacturing solid wood
mouldings, components and baseball bats Contact
Alison, at [email protected] or 902-368-
1690.
GD Construction and Restoration: Doing a
renovation or need a restoration? Call 902-626-5266
for free estimates on commercial or residential
projects. Located at 2715 North York River Rd.
JE Matheson’s Construction: Maintaining a strong
reputation with emphasis on
providing economical and viable
options to owners and developers,
J.E. Matheson Construction Inc. has
been a part of a multitude of
commercial, industrial, institutional
and residential projects; an indicator of their diverse
building capabilities.
Spruce Grove Landscaping: Located at 17035
Veteran's Memorial Hwy, Milton Station, Spruce
Grove Landscaping has been providing premier
landscaping and interiorscaping services in the greater
Charlottetown area for over 25 years. They are capable
of managing every aspect of landscape construction
and maintenance, for both commercial and residential
properties. Contact them at 902-626-8123, email at
[email protected] or check out their website
http://www.sprucegrovelandscaping.com/.
Tim’s Crane offers steel and precast erection,
machinery moving, house and boat lifting, heavy float
service, man baskets and concrete buckets. Contact
Tim’s Crane at (902) 892-7618.
T S Welding & Machinery Repair: Located at 311
Rustico Road, Tom will fix up your rig and get you
going again! Call him at (902) 368-2902.
Turner’s Pryority Service Ltd.: Robert provides
Electrician Services as well as installing and
inspecting oil tanks since 1998. (902)368-2419
Water Tight Plumbing and
Heating: Water Tight is a fully
licensed plumbing and heating
company serving Prince
Edward Island. Committed to
the quality of our work, and the
needs of their customers, they specialize in residential,
commercial, agricultural, and aquaculture plumbing
and heating projects offering 24/7 emergency service.
Contact Water Tight at (902) 621-0667 or check out
their website: http://www.watertightph.ca/
Want to have your local business promoted in the
next Community Newsletter? Contact the Council
Office at (902)368-3090 or email Shari at
Child Bursary Program All parents/guardians of children who live in Miltonvale Park can receive up to $75 per child, per year, to reimburse costs incurred for their child(ren)’s extracurricular cultural or sporting activities, camps, or lessons. A receipt (or
acceptable copy) must be included with the application form which is available from the office or online at
www.miltonvalepark.com. (>council information>on-line documents).
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Official Plan and Bylaws What can I do with my land? What can my neighbour
do with his? Accessory buildings? Businesses?
Windmills? Apartments? Stores?
Check out the NEW and APPROVED Official Plan
and Bylaws for the Community of Miltonvale Park.
They now have Ministerial approval (as of May 31,
2016), and are now in effect.
Bylaws: http://miltonvalepark.com/files/366.pdf
Official Plan http://miltonvalepark.com/files/365.pdf
Zoning Map http://miltonvalepark.com/files/367.pdf
Future Land Use Map:
http://miltonvalepark.com/files/368.pdf
Fees http://miltonvalepark.com/files/371.pdf
New Development Application Form:
http://miltonvalepark.com/files/369.pdf
New Subdivision Application Form:
http://miltonvalepark.com/files/370.pdf
What is a “Bylaw”? The Council bylaws are always available online at http://miltonvalepark.com/ and give you information about what is or is not permitted in the community, or in the particular zone where you live. They also contain information on setbacks, and requirements – or feel free to contact the council office to speak to the Development Officer to get your questions answered. NEW Application forms are also available from the Council Office or the website.
Have an ISSUE, IDEA or CONCERN? Contact the office - [email protected] or
(902)368-3090. If you would like an item placed on
the agenda for a Council meeting, written submissions
are to be received at the office one week prior to the
meeting.
DID YOU KNOW?
Burying and burning of wastes is not permitted on PEI. Visit
www.iwmc.pe.ca for information.
Be Respectful of Your
Neighbours…. PLEASE!
As the weather gets warmer and people rush to get out
the ATVs, dirt bikes and lawnmowers, and to host
summer get-togethers, please remember to be
respectful of your neighbours. Be mindful of noises
you make - especially between the hours of 9 p.m. and
7 a.m., (or earlier if your neighbours have young
children!). Councillors have received some noise
complaints, and respectfully remind folks to consider
their neighbours, so everyone can enjoy the summer.
Planning to Build or Subdivide? Sandy Foy, Miltonvale Park’s Development Officer,
works for the community on Mondays from 8:00 a.m. -1:00 p.m. during spring-fall, at the Hall.
YOU NEED A PERMIT TO i. Change the use of a parcel, structure or building;
ii. Commence development; iii. Construct or place a structure or building;
iv. Make structural alterations to a structure or building;
v. Make a connection to a central or municipal water supply or sewerage disposal system;
vi. Make an underground installation such as a fuel
tank, foundation wall or other installation; vii. Move or undertake the demolition of a structure
or building that is: a. Greater than 20 m2 (215.3 ft2); b. Affixed to a foundation; or
c. Connected to a water supply and/or sewerage disposal system.
viii. Establish or operate an excavation pit; ix. Construct a highway;
x. Place or dump any fill or other material; or
xi. Subdivide a parcel or parcels.
A PERMIT IS NOT NEEDED for the following
i. Laying paving material for a patio or sidewalk; ii. Constructing a fence 1.22 m (4 ft.) in height or
less;
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iii. Installing clotheslines, poles, and radio or television antennae, except satellite dishes over 0.61
m (2 ft.) in diameter; iv. Growing a crop or preparing land for a crop;
v. Making landscaping improvements; vi. Constructing ornamental structures smaller than 6
m2 (64.6 ft2) in surface area; vii. Replacing a deck with a new deck of the same
area, height and location;
viii. Conducting routine maintenance; or ix. Erecting a tent under 11.15 m2 (120 ft2) for
temporary, personal use.
NEW FEES:
Development Permits Application Fee Residential $0.15/sq. ft. (Min $25 - Max $1,000) Commercial $0.20/sq. ft. (Min $50 - Max $1,000) Agricultural/Forestry $0.10/sq. ft. (Min $25 - Max $200) Institutional $0.20/sq. ft. (Min $25 - Max $1,000) Wind Turbine $2.00/$1,000.00 construction costs (Min $25 - Max $1,000) Accessory building $0.10/sq. ft. (Min $25 - Max $1,000) Deck, pool, fence, tent or awning - $25 Change of use -$50 Demolition/Moving- $25 Excavation Pit -$200 Temporary Permits- $50 Other -$50 Variance, Amendment, Rezoning Variance-$50 (no public meeting) + associated costs* $200 (public meeting required) + associated costs* Official Plan Amendment $300 + associated costs* Bylaw Amendment/Rezoning $300 + associated costs*
Subdivision Application Fees Subdivision—up to 4 lots per subdivision $250 (1 lot) + $100/additional lot Subdivision 5 or more lots per subdivision $600 (5 lots) + $20/additional lot Lot Consolidation $100
Agreement Fees Development or Subdivision Agreement $150 Other Agreements $75
General Fees Permit Extension (prior to expiration of permit) $20 Permit Renewal (after expiration of permit)-Full Fees after 12 months Copy of the Official Plan - $5
Copy -Zoning & Subdivision Control Bylaw $10 Permits obtained after work has started-Double the regular fee *Associated costs shall be actual, quantifiable costs incurred by the Community in order to process the application (e.g. hall rental and advertisement costs). Policy for Refunds for Applications -A processing fee shall be retained for permits or approvals where staff, Planning Board or Council have carried out work on the application. The minimum processing fee of $25 and with a maximum refund to be 25% of the fee paid where staff, Planning Board, or Council have acted on an application and the application was withdrawn, abandoned or otherwise discontinued. The amount of any processing fee shall be determined by Council.
RECENT PERMITS ISSUED: Permit No. 2016-02 issued on 2016-04-12 at 1202 Loyalist
Road at PID 0281295 to extend a deck and erect an above
ground swimming pool.
Permit No. 2016-03 issued on 2016-04-29 at 621 Crabbe
Road at PID 0675868 to extend a deck (approximately 132
square feet)
Permit No. 2016-04 issued on 2016-05-10 at 813 Rustico
Road at PID 0281691 to demolish three farm buildings.
Permit No. 2016-05 issued on 2016-05-10 at 23 Heather
Drive at PID 0478487 to extend a deck (approximately 230
square feet).
Permit No. 2016-06 was issued on 2016-05-17 at 843
Crabbe Road. PID 0589432 to replace part of a deck.
Permit No. 2016-07 was issued on 2016-05-18 at 17281
Route 2, PID 283044 to erect a deck.
Permit No. 2016-08 was issued on 2016-05-23 at 843
Crabbe Road PID 0589432 to erect a 160-square foot
private storage building
File No. MPS-278 was given final approval to subdivide
1.03-acres and append it to Parcel #44920720 on 16-05-07
at 17213 Route 2, PID 0624395
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The province has a website called PEI Planning Decisions, which can be reached from
www.miltonvalepark.com, to publicize all permits and give information to the public if they feel an appeal is
warranted. Permits are listed within a week of being issued and are also posted at the Milton Community
Hall. There is a 21 day appeal period to the Island Regulatory and Appeals Commission (IRAC).
If you have a concern about permits issued, or any development in the community, contact the office at
(902) 368-3090 or [email protected].
Outdoor Swimming Pool Bylaw Regulations:
SWIMMING POOLS A swimming
pool shall be permitted in the MHP,
RS1, R1, A1 and O1 Zones subject to
the following conditions:
1. A 1.8 m (5.9 ft.) fence shall be
constructed in such a manner so as to
impede unauthorized persons from
entering the swimming pool and the fence shall be
aesthetically presentable to Council, which shall give
preference to fences constructed of wood;
2. The gate in the fence shall be capable of being
locked;
3. Water from the swimming pool shall be de-
chlorinated and disposal shall be either through the
sewerage disposal system or carried off the lot by truck
unless otherwise authorized by Community of
Miltonvale Park;
4. The owner shall satisfy any other conditions related
to the maintenance and safety of the swimming pool
required by Council; and
5. The swimming pool shall not to be located in a yard
that abuts a highway.
“Swimming pool” means any outdoor structure, basin,
chamber, or tank used or which may be used for
swimming, diving, or recreational bathing and having
a depth of 60 cm (1.96 ft.) or more at any point or with
a surface area exceeding 10 m2 (107.6 ft2 ). Apply for
a permit at the Council Office.
NOTE: Check with your insurance company, too!
Green Initiative Rebates Low Flow Toilet - $50 Rebate Residents of Miltonvale Park can still receive a $50 rebate for each approved low -flow toilet purchased this year as a replacement for a 13L toilet (maximum two per household) and installed in the community. Look for a WaterSense Labeled High-Efficiency Toilet. These are certified to meet WaterSense criteria, which means you can expect exceptional performance while reducing your water use. Look for the logo, ask a local retailer, or drop into the office to get a list of approved models. Toilets are the main source of water use in the home, accounting for nearly 30 percent of residential indoor water consumption. Replacing toilets could save 15,000 L of water per toilet each year.
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Low-flow showerheads - $25 Rebate Showering accounts for nearly 17 percent of residential indoor water use – for the average family, and that adds up to nearly 150 L per day. By retrofitting your showerheads with WaterSense labeled models, an average family can save 11,000 L of water annually (plus the electricity that would have been used to heat that water).Standard showerheads use 2.5 gallons of water per minute (gpm). Water–saving showerheads that earn the WaterSense label must demonstrate that they use no more than 2.0 gpm.
High Efficiency Washers -
$50 Rebate -High efficiency
washers can save up to 70% in
energy costs. If you purchase a new
HE washer, you are eligible for a
$50 rebate.
You must include the original receipt, along with the
completed Green Initiative Form available from the
office or the Council Information page on
miltonvaepark.com.
Sleepy Hollow Servicing Update
About half the home owners in Sleepy Hollow have connected to the municipal water and sewer system,
and Meadowvale Park has been connected to the sewer systems. This infrastructure was turned over to the
City of Charlottetown shortly after construction.
Residents who chose to connect become direct customers of the City’s Utility, and will pay the same
25% surcharge, as all other customers located outside
City boundaries. Most homes in the serviced area are eligible for a $700 rebate from Island Waste
Management Corporation, once they are connected to the municipal water. There is no expiry date on that
rebate. Contact the Council Office to apply for a permit to connect to servicing and see if you are
eligible for the IWMC connection rebate.
The rates for all new customers to the City are metered,
so residents are billed according to their water usage.
Serviced Area Residents
If you are a customer of the Charlottetown Water
& Sewer Utility and your existing showerhead uses
more than 2.5 gallons per minute (gpm) or 9.5 litres
per minute (lpm), you are eligible to participate in the
showerhead exchange program. Newer showerheads
have the flow etched in the face or on the side but, if
the flow is not indicated, you can do your own flow
test. For more information on the flow test and the
program, visit the webpage
http://city.charlottetown.pe.ca/showerrebate.php or
contact the Water & Sewer Utility office at 629-4014.
You may also be eligible for a rebate of $100 on a new
efficient dishwasher or clothes washer. See details
here:
http://city.charlottetown.pe.ca/dishwasherrebateprogr
am.php http://city.charlottetown.pe.ca/clotheswasherrebateprogra
m.php
Seasonal Water Use Restrictions for Charlottetown
Water & Sewer Utility Customers
(Effective June 1 - September 30)
Permitted 5am-10am OR 7pm-1am-max 2 hr/day
Lawn watering (hose or sprinkler) -New sod is exempt
from restrictions for first 30 days.
Allowed anytime: Spot watering for gardens/ hanging
baskets; Filling or topping up swimming pools or hot
tubs; Car washing; Kiddie pools/water toys
Prohibited at all times -Hosing hard surfaces
(sidewalks, driveways)
During times of water shortages, further
restrictions can be put in place.
http://city.charlottetown.pe.ca/wateruserestrictions.php has more information on Charlottetown water
restrictions
Milton Community Hall Update Milton Community Hall, Inc. is made up of all residents in Miltonvale Park. The hall is governed by a volunteer board of directors, led this year by President John Hooper.
The newly renovated hall continues to be really busy. Activities are posted on the miltoncommunityhall.ca website, which also contains information about booking the hall. If you are interested in becoming more involved with the hall, please contact the hall at 902- 566-3154 or [email protected].
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The Hall has been very fortunate to receive federal and provincial funding for two student positions: Heather Crane and Matthew Halman have been hired to work at the Hall this summer. The Association of Rural Community Halls also received summer student funding and hired Cara Stevenson, who will also be based at the hall.
The hall’s very successful drawdown lottery is back for its fourth year– with $10,000 in prizes being drawn for at the hall on September 10th. Tickets have sold out every year –pick yours up soon from the hall, or committee members! Tickets are $100 – and purchases can be shared between friends, families or groups.
HOT FLASHES! The Milton Community Hall will be making some
improvements over the next few months. The “Hot
Flashes” project includes the purchase and installation
of a heat pump for the main auditorium, the installation
of exterior light poles and exterior lights for the
parking lot, and the replacement of the double oven
propane stove, for the Milton Community Hall.
After the recent renovations, the hall is very busy with
many community events, and these improvements
should improve the comfort and safety of people using
and visiting the hall. The back parking lot will soon be
well-lit, and the main parking area will be also be
brighter. It is hoped that patrons will not park along the
sides of either Route 7 or Rte 224.
The heat pump will help to keep the full houses
comfortable, during the hot summer months.
The new double oven propane stove was installed in
early June, thanks to the New Horizons for Seniors
Program grant received.
These upgrades will allow seniors to continue their
meal activities, theatre and exercise classes. The North
Milton WI also contributed money fundraised through
the quilt raffled last year, which was made by Alida
Callaghan and Nanne Garnham.
This project was funded in part by the Government of
Canada through the New Horizons for Seniors Program.
Help the Milton Community Hall Drop refundable/returnable cans and bottles at the home of Gail
Ling & John Coles (597 Rustico
Road) where they will be sorted and taken to a recycling depot.
Monies received are donated to the Milton Community Hall. Tax -deductible
donations may be made to the Community of Miltonvale Park, and directed to the hall. The board of
directors and hall volunteers are working hard to pay down the loan which remains after the major
renovation, and are making commendable progress!
Vesey’s Flower
Bulbs Fundraiser Help support the Milton Hall
this fall, while also
beautifying your yard. The
Hall will be doing a Fall Bulb
order as a fundraiser. For
more information, drop into
the Hall, or contact the Hall
by email at [email protected] or
(902)566-5134. Bulb catalogues will also be available
at the blue Community Notice Boards near the
community mailboxes. Orders will be taken until mid-
September.
Emergency Measures Miltonvale Park is most likely to experience weather related emergencies, although
hazardous chemical spills from a traffic or farm accident could be other likely scenarios in the community. Tragedies like the recent fire in Fort McMurray should be a reminder to always be prepared in case of an emergency. This summer, The Weather Network anticipates an upswing in Hurricane Activity in Atlantic Canada. Here
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are a few tips to help you be more prepared for Hurricane Season:
Know where to go. If you are ordered to evacuate,
know the local hurricane evacuation route(s) to take and have a plan for where you can stay.
Contact your local emergency management agency for more information. The Milton
Community Hall has a generator and can function
as a warming station. Put together a disaster supply kit, including a
flashlight, batteries, cash, first aid supplies, and copies of your critical information if you need to
evacuate If you are not in an area that is advised to evacuate
and you decide to stay in your home, plan for adequate supplies in case you lose power and water
for several days and you are not able to leave due
to flooding or blocked roads. Make a family emergency communication plan.
Know the Community’s Emergency Measures Plan
Council is continually updating its EMO plan and making a list of resources and people who might be
able to help out in the event of an emergency, or who may require assistance. If you are a ham radio operator
or have first aid or medical training and would like to help out during an emergency, PLEASE give the office
(902 368-3090) a call. If you have a generator, ATV,
snowmobile, chainsaw, or heavy equipment or you are interested in being involved with the Community’s
EMO planning, Council would also like to hear from you.
Visit www.getprepared.ca to learn how to look after your family for 72 hours or call the office for a
pamphlet.
Looking for Land The Open Bible Baptist Church, which
currently meets at the Milton
Community Hall, is looking to purchase
land in the area. Please contact Pastor Chris Gallant at
902-388-7222, if you might have property for sale that
could be suitable for a church. (Note: Land would have
to be able to be rezoned to Institutional, and meet
adequate site distance and other requirements of the
province and municipality).
Buzz Off! The community has increased
spraying for black flies this year.
Spraying was done in waters in
near the Loyalist Road and
Crabbe Road to help keep the
pests at bay throughout the
community. Garlic oil will also be sprayed around the
Miltonvale Community Park to help with mosquitos
there. Garlic oil is a natural insect repellant that can
be used on your own property.
Connect with the Council Like us on Facebook, visit us at the
Milton Community Hall or online at
Miltonvalepark.com.
Seniors Secretariat Funding The PEI Seniors Secretariat is accepting applications
for funding for community programs for seniors
throughout the province. This funding can be used for
Intergenerational Programs (i.e. programs
encouraging youth and older adults to work together),
programs reducing isolation of seniors, and Men’s
Sheds. Men’s sheds are gathering spots where men
watch sports, build things, and hang out. Council will
be applying for funding, and is now finalizing project
ideas, such as working towards a community history
book (by visiting seniors around the community and
gathering together to share stories).
We are still open to ideas and input from residents. If
you have any ideas to try in Miltonvale Park, or you
would like to be involved with a program for older
adults, contact the Council Office at 902-368-3090 or
Amalgamation, Regionalization and
Cooperation There has been much discussion since the late Judge
Ralph Thompson released a report on Land and Local
Governance in late 2009. Recommendation #38 was
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“That the provincial government, through a process of
public information and consultation determine the
consensus of Islanders in relation to the incorporation
of some or all of the province into municipalities
having a population and tax base sufficient to provide
effective and sustainable local governance on matters
which are local in scope.” The document outlines a
population of 4000 and a tax base of $200 million
dollars as a minimum size. Miltonvale Park’s
population is about 1150, and the tax base is $74
million. The Province and the Federation of PEI
Municipalities are encouraging municipalities to have
discussions with neighbouring municipalities and
unincorporated areas with a view to working together
to make stronger, more viable municipalities, and a
province which has a form of local government to
represent all Islanders.
A new Act to replace the Municipalities Act is
expected to be introduced this fall. Municipalities are
expected to receive more powers and have more
responsibilities than they currently wield. This may be
the beginning of a time of great change for many
municipalities.
At this point, representatives for the Community of
Miltonvale Park have been invited to several meetings
with other communities in the area for very
preliminary discussions about cooperation, and
amalgamation.
Residents will be kept informed, as information is
gathered and discussions progress.
Stay in the Loop Check out the Community Notice Boards. They are
located at the Milton Community Hall Parking Lot (7
New Glasgow Rd), at the community mailboxes at the
Rte. 2 end of the Crabbe Rd and down the North York
River Road, and at the entrance to Meadowvale
Community off the Sleepy Hollow Road.
The notice boards can be used by residents to post
flyers (looking for
work, help around
the house, finding a
babysitter, etc.) The
notice boards also
have information
about upcoming
events in the
community, and
copies of the most
recent Community
newsletter, and
forms you may
need. Make sure to stop by!
Community Council Who’s Who
Chair Hal Parker - Member of all committees,
Planning Board Chair
Tamsyn Cosh-MacKenzie - Vice-Chair of Council,
Environment & Community Living Chair
Sheila MacKinnon –Environment and Community
Living, Planning Board Member
Sheila Curtis- Chair of EMO, Member of
Environment & Community Living, Planning Board
Phil Hooper – Chair of Finance and Personnel
Committees
Helen Shaw – Finance and Personnel Committee
Denise MacDonald-Vail – Planning Board,
Emergency Measures
Staff: Administrator – Shari MacDonald
Development Officer –Sandy Foy
Staff: Administrator – Shari MacDonald - Office Hours: Tuesdays 4:30-6:30 p.m. Wednesdays 9:00 -11:00 a.m., and by chance or appointment. The office is open approximately 24 hours/week. (902) 368-3090. Fax (902)368-1152 Email [email protected]
Development Officer –Sandy Foy Regular Hours -Monday 8:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. [email protected]