Township Newsletter – November 2022

The Corporation of the Township of Laird

Newsletter

N(cid:3464)(cid:3471)(cid:3454)(cid:3462)(cid:3451)(cid:3454)(cid:3467) 2022

Retirement of Mayor Dick Beitz

At the October 20, 2022, Council meeting prior to the Municipal Election, Council expressed recognition to Mayor Richard (Dick) Beitz for 35 years, 22 as Reeve/Mayor, of dedicated, faithful, and thoughtful service to the Township of Laird, its residents, and staff. We all wish Dick the best in future endeavours.

Inaugural Meeting

The inaugural meeting and swearing-in of the new council for Laird Township was held on November 17, 2022. Meet our new mayor and council:

Mayor Shawn Evoy of Bar River Road E Ed Lapish Wayne Junor Todd Rydall Matt Frolick of Bar River Road E of Reids Road Ext E of Neebish Road W of Bar River road E

Council Meetings

Council Meetings are scheduled for the third Thursday of each month. Agendas and changes in meeting times will be posted on the Township website lairdtownship.ca and in the Township office. Many other activities of council, including council minutes and by-laws, are shown on the website. If you would like to be put on the agenda, please have your request in writing to the Township office no later than the Friday before the week of the meeting.

Drop Box

With the installation of the new office door, we eliminated the old mail box style “drop box”. A new drop box slot has been installed in the sidelight, to the left of the door. This provides more security for any mail or documents that residents would like to leave during hours when the office is closed.

Emergency Management— Ham Radio

In natural or man-made disasters, Ham Radio enthusiasts put their hobby to work. Laird’s Emergency Management Committee is looking for someone with Ham Radio experience or someone interested in learning to use Ham Radio to sit on our committee. If you are interested you can visit www.aarclub.ca for more information and contact our EMC, Rhonda Crozier at (705) 248-2395.

The Corporation of the Township of Laird

Speed Limits and Dogs Running at Large

The Township office has received complaints about people speeding and concerns for the public safety of pedestrians walking and/or riding bikes on municipal roads.

Adding to the dangers we have also received many complaints of dogs running at large in these same areas, mainly Finns’ Bay Road and Neebish Road areas. It is against Municipal By-law 921-12 to allow Animals to run at large, and considerable fines could be assessed not to mention the danger to animals and humans alike.

Road safety is a priority, we all play a part in keeping our roads safe. Please abide by the speed limit, take caution when approaching pedestrians, and keep your pets safe by NOT allowing them to roam.

Christmas Baskets

Laird Recreation Committee is assisting the Echo Bay United Church Outreach Committee by collecting items for Christmas Cheer Baskets. Items can be dropped off at the Laird Township office before December 9, 2022.

Donations of food and toiletries as well as hats, mittens, and socks for all ages. Any new gifts for toddlers to teens are more than welcome.

Donations are greatly appreciated, and sure to help spread some joy and Christmas spirit during this difficult year.

Donations can be made to:

· Echo Bay United Church Outreach, Box 447, Echo Bay ON P0S 1C0 · E-transfer echocaruc@gmail.com marked Outreach · Credit card Echo Bay United Church https://www.canadahelps.org/en/ marked Outreach

If you could use an Outreach Christmas Cheer Basket, please call Echo Bay United Church (705) 248-2801 or (705) 248-1834

Holiday Landfill Site Hours

Wednesday evenings: 3 – 7 p.m.

Saturday, December 24, 2022: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. & Saturday, December 31, 2022: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Thank you for your understanding and HAPPY HOLIDAYS

Township Office Closure for the Holidays

The Township office will be closed from Monday, December 26, 2022, to Monday, January 02, 2023, inclusive. Phone messages and drop box will be checked regularly. The office will re-open with normal hours Tuesday, January 3, 2023.

Payments received during this time period will be posted prior to year-end.