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County approves Midhurst Secondary Plan

SPRINGWATER TOWNSHIP / October 13, 2011 – The Corporate Service Committee of the County of Simcoe approved the Township of Springwater Midhurst Secondary Plan (Official Plan Amendment No. 38) at their meeting on Wednesday October 12, 2011.

The Midhurst settlement boundary was established in 1982 and the Township of Springwater adopted the Midhurst Secondary Plan in November of 2008. However, the Plan still required approval from the County as the approval authority. The County did not make a decision within the 180-day limit set out in the Planning Act, resulting in an appeal to the Ontario Municipal Board (OMB) by the Township of Springwater and four development interests.

The appeals of non-decision from the Township and the four development interests have been with withdrawn and the County has now moved ahead with the approval of the Midhurst Secondary Plan.

Once the County has issued the Notice of Decision approving the Midhurst Secondary Plan, a 20-day appeal period will begin. During this time, anyone can appeal the County’s decision to the OMB.

The approved Secondary Plan prescribes the size and location of the first phase of development. The requirements for subsequent phases of development are also prescribed in the plan.

The Township has retained the services of a third party business consultant who has confirmed the required size of the first phase of development and the rationale for the location of the first phase of the development.

The Township will be hosting a public information session to discuss the phasing strategies in the plan in the near future.

Further details will be provided when available. The Midhurst Secondary Plan is available on the Township of Springwater’s website:

www.springwater.ca/Services/Planning/OfficialPlan/MidhurstSecondaryPlan

Springwater is a municipality of approximately 18,000 residents located in the heart of Simcoe County. Springwater Township is home to the second largest concentration of County Forests and is a popular destination for outdoor activities in all four seasons.

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Contact Information:

Jennett Mays

Communications Coordinator

Tel. 705-728-4784 Ext. 2067

E-mail: jennett.mays@springwater.ca.

Brad Sokach

Director of Public Works

Tel. 705-728-4784 Ext. 2034

E-mail: brad.sokach@springwater.ca

URGENT NOTICE-As the result of vehicle break-ins which involved breaking into a parked vehicle, stealing the garage door opener and then entering the garage; residents are advised that when parking a vehicle outside to either take the control inside or turn off the key pad. Any suspicious persons, unusual events, or incidents should be reported to the OPP.

FROM/DE: Huronia West detachment DATE: August 11^th, 2011

(SPRINGWATER TOWNSHIP, ON.) – Members of the Huronia West Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are currently investigating thefts from cars incidents in the Springwater Township which took place in the last few days.

The thefts took place overnight from Tuesday the 9^th of August to Wednesday the 10^th of August in the Midhurst area. In one of the cases a credit card was stolen from a vehicle on Forest Hill Drive and used at a local gas station and grocery store; the card was later found discarded on Bayfield Street. As well on another theft on Cowdray Park Drive, keys and a multi-tool were stolen from the vehicle.

Police are requesting any witnesses to contact the Huronia West OPP. As well anyone who may have information on these crimes is asked to contact the Huronia West OPP at 705-429-3575. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.

The Huronia West OPP are reminding residents to lock their cars and remove any valuables from their vehicles, items such as wallets, purses, credit cards and electronic items.

We have been working hard-to encourage individuals to consider a role on our Executive. There are a few people who have expressed an interest in sitting on the Executive; however there is always room for more. Once an Executive is in place we will be able to incorporate as an Association.

Now we need your help! It's time to renew your membership for the 2011 calendar year! We have already received some renewals from members but would like to encourage all of you to do the same. Your continued support is critical to our success. Please note that forms are available at the General Store but cheques and updated membership forms must be mailed to: Midhurst Ratepayers Association, Box 272, Midhurst, Ontario, LOL 1X0. Due to Canada Post regulations, Barb cannot accept loose cheques or mail from us.

Others have volunteered their time to do telephoning, emailing, helping with meetings or mailings. All of this support is greatly appreciated! However those of you who are busy professionals may not be able to make this kind of time commitment. Other ratepayer groups have been fortunate to have "supporting" or sustaining" members who make financial contributions to their groups. Please consider making a donation to show your support!

Those who read the Midhurst Newsletter know our new council member Mr. Jack Hanna is once again putting a report in each issue as well as this website. During the past municipal election voters across the township saw fit to elect essentially a new council. Residents should know they are always welcome to attend Council and Planning meetings. The schedule is posted on the Springwater Township web site. You can contact Jennett Mays at the township office if you want more details. The new council is providing residents an opportunity to speak at the conclusion of meetings.

Lastly we are pushing ahead with plans for our annual general meeting later in the spring, likely in May. The Ratepayers may only meet once or twice a year depending on what issues develop. Please watch the Midhurst Newsletter, this website or check your email for details.

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Bible Study -Mon: 10 to 11:30 am or 7:30 to 9 pm Ladies Interdenominational Bible Study at Willow Creek Church 2387 Gill Rd. 722-7582.

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FROM/DE: Huronia West detachment DATE: August 11th, 2011

FROM/DE: Huronia West detachment DATE: August 11^th, 2011