tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-85661705879879093242024-03-05T10:16:33.904-08:00BALM BEACHBALM BEACHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04678512886337689377noreply@blogger.comBlogger53125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8566170587987909324.post-14021856142067848742008-09-03T09:08:00.001-07:002008-09-03T09:08:54.675-07:00Property Sale?<div class=Section1> <p class=MsoNormal>There has been a rumour that the fence property has been sold. This has not been verified so consider it as simply a rumour.<o:p></o:p></p> </div> BALM BEACHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04678512886337689377noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8566170587987909324.post-35358133477511920582008-09-03T09:07:00.001-07:002008-09-03T09:07:05.424-07:00What Will PUBB Do With Your Support?<div class=Section1> <ul style='margin-top:0cm' type=disc> <li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><span lang=EN-US style='font-size:10.0pt'>With sufficient funds will conduct a legal action for a court decision on the public’s legal rights of access and use of the beach now fenced in<o:p></o:p></span></li> <li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><span lang=EN-US style='font-size:10.0pt'>Continue political pressure at municipal level to ban future fences on the beach<o:p></o:p></span></li> <li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><span lang=EN-US style='font-size:10.0pt'>Continue political pressure at provincial level to get involvement of Attorney General<o:p></o:p></span></li> <li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><span lang=EN-US style='font-size:10.0pt'>Continue political pressure at provincial level to get support for Bill 43<o:p></o:p></span></li> </ul> <p class=MsoNormal><span lang=EN-US style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"'><o:p> </o:p></span></p> </div> BALM BEACHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04678512886337689377noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8566170587987909324.post-54635046467470774682008-09-03T09:05:00.000-07:002008-09-03T09:06:01.737-07:00What has PUBB Done 2006-2008?<div class=Section1> <p class=MsoNormal><u><span lang=EN-US style='font-size:11.0pt'>Township<o:p></o:p></span></u></p> <ul style='margin-top:0cm' type=disc> <li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l3 level1 lfo1'><span lang=EN-US style='font-size:10.0pt'>Lobbied township to put a stop to construction of fence.<o:p></o:p></span></li> <li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l3 level1 lfo1'><span lang=EN-US style='font-size:10.0pt'>Responsible for township commissioning study on fences in township<o:p></o:p></span></li> <li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l3 level1 lfo1'><span lang=EN-US style='font-size:10.0pt'>Submitted written input to that study<o:p></o:p></span></li> <li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l3 level1 lfo1'><span lang=EN-US style='font-size:10.0pt'>Made fences on the beach an issue in the municipal elections<o:p></o:p></span></li> <li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l3 level1 lfo1'><span lang=EN-US style='font-size:10.0pt'>Participated in public meeting on bylaw amendments regarding fences<o:p></o:p></span></li> <li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l3 level1 lfo1'><span lang=EN-US style='font-size:10.0pt'>Made deputation to council regarding fences on the beaches<o:p></o:p></span></li> <li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l3 level1 lfo1'><span lang=EN-US style='font-size:10.0pt'>Numerous letters to and meetings with politicians and staff<o:p></o:p></span></li> </ul> <p class=MsoNormal><span lang=EN-US style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p> <p class=MsoNormal><u><span lang=EN-US style='font-size:11.0pt'>Province<o:p></o:p></span></u></p> <ul style='margin-top:0cm' type=disc> <li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2'><span lang=EN-US style='font-size:10.0pt'>Wrote letters to the following:<o:p></o:p></span></li> <ul style='margin-top:0cm' type=circle> <li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l1 level2 lfo2'><span lang=EN-US style='font-size:10.0pt'>Premier<o:p></o:p></span></li> <li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l1 level2 lfo2'><span lang=EN-US style='font-size:10.0pt'>Minister of Natural Resources<o:p></o:p></span></li> <li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l1 level2 lfo2'><span lang=EN-US style='font-size:10.0pt'>Minister of the Environment<o:p></o:p></span></li> <li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l1 level2 lfo2'><span lang=EN-US style='font-size:10.0pt'>Minister of Government Services<o:p></o:p></span></li> <li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l1 level2 lfo2'><span lang=EN-US style='font-size:10.0pt'>Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing<o:p></o:p></span></li> <li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l1 level2 lfo2'><span lang=EN-US style='font-size:10.0pt'>Attorney General<o:p></o:p></span></li> </ul> <li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2'><span lang=EN-US style='font-size:10.0pt'>Made fences on the beaches a local issue in the provincial election<o:p></o:p></span></li> <li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2'><span lang=EN-US style='font-size:10.0pt'>Participated in press conference at introduction of Right of Passage Act<br> Established connection with Shorewalk Association<o:p></o:p></span></li> <li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2'><span lang=EN-US style='font-size:10.0pt'>Met with opposition critic on Natural Resources<o:p></o:p></span></li> <li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2'><span lang=EN-US style='font-size:10.0pt'>Numerous meetings with local MPP Garfield Dunlop<o:p></o:p></span></li> </ul> <p class=MsoNormal><span lang=EN-US style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p> <p class=MsoNormal><u><span lang=EN-US style='font-size:11.0pt'>Federal<o:p></o:p></span></u></p> <ul style='margin-top:0cm' type=disc> <li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3'><span lang=EN-US style='font-size:10.0pt'>Discussions with officials of Department of Oceans and Fisheries<o:p></o:p></span></li> <li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3'><span lang=EN-US style='font-size:10.0pt'>Letters and phone calls with office of local MP Bruce Stanton<o:p></o:p></span></li> </ul> <p class=MsoNormal><span lang=EN-US style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p> <p class=MsoNormal><u><span lang=EN-US style='font-size:11.0pt'>Other<o:p></o:p></span></u></p> <ul style='margin-top:0cm' type=disc> <li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l2 level1 lfo4'><span lang=EN-US style='font-size:10.0pt'>Conducted two general information meetings<o:p></o:p></span></li> <li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l2 level1 lfo4'><span lang=EN-US style='font-size:10.0pt'>Conducted 6 fund raising events<o:p></o:p></span></li> <li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l2 level1 lfo4'><span lang=EN-US style='font-size:10.0pt'>Established blog and broadcast email lists<o:p></o:p></span></li> <li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l2 level1 lfo4'><span lang=EN-US style='font-size:10.0pt'>Retained a lawyer and developed a legal strategy<o:p></o:p></span></li> </ul> <p class=MsoNormal><span lang=EN-US style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"'><o:p> </o:p></span></p> </div> BALM BEACHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04678512886337689377noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8566170587987909324.post-8218150684134059332008-09-03T08:59:00.001-07:002008-09-03T08:59:33.449-07:00Capsule Version of PUBB's Mission<div class=Section1> <p class=MsoNormal style='text-align:justify'><span style='font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'>A number of property owners along the shores of Tiny Township have taken steps to have their properties extended from the original positions to the water’s edge.<o:p></o:p></span></p> <p class=MsoNormal style='text-align:justify'><span style='font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'>For most this is a 2 step process.<o:p></o:p></span></p> <p class=MsoNormal style='text-align:justify'><b><span style='font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'>Step 1<o:p></o:p></span></b></p> <p class=MsoNormal style='text-align:justify'><span style='font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'>Survey to the water’s edge and apply to have the new boundaries confirmed through the Boundaries Act. <o:p></o:p></span></p> <p class=MsoNormal style='text-align:justify'><span style='font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'>A Boundaries Act decision does not deal with ownership nor does it deal with the rights any other person or the public may have on that property.<o:p></o:p></span></p> <p class=MsoNormal style='text-align:justify'><span style='font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'>The owners of the fenced property at Balm Beach have successfully completed Step 1.<o:p></o:p></span></p> <p class=MsoNormal style='text-align:justify'><b><span style='font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'>Step 2<o:p></o:p></span></b></p> <p class=MsoNormal style='text-align:justify'><span style='font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'>Apply for clear or absolute title to be confirmed under the Land Titles Act. <o:p></o:p></span></p> <p class=MsoNormal style='text-align:justify'><span style='font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'>Until a successful application has been completed under the Land Titles Act, the property is still subject to interests in land that others may have by virtue of a pre-existing length of possession or use.<o:p></o:p></span></p> <p class=MsoNormal style='text-align:justify'><span style='font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'>PUBB is not aware that the owners of the fenced property at Balm Beach have started Step 2.<o:p></o:p></span></p> <p class=MsoNormal style='text-align:justify'><b><span style='font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'>What Now?<o:p></o:p></span></b></p> <p class=MsoNormal style='text-align:justify'><span style='font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'>If the owners take Step 2, PUBB intends to file an objection on behalf of the public.<o:p></o:p></span></p> <p class=MsoNormal style='text-align:justify'><span style='font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'>If the owners do not take Step 2, PUBB intends to take legal action though the courts to establish public rights of access and use of the property.<o:p></o:p></span></p> <p class=MsoNormal style='text-align:justify'><b><span style='font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'>What are our Chances?<o:p></o:p></span></b></p> <p class=MsoNormal style='text-align:justify'><span style='font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'>There is no sure thing but presently, in Ontario, there are many cases in which the courts have ruled in favour of the public based on the fact that “<i>extended public use</i>” or historical traditional use was a valid objection.<o:p></o:p></span></p> <p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p> </div> BALM BEACHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04678512886337689377noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8566170587987909324.post-78998127554859800032008-08-18T06:23:00.001-07:002008-08-18T06:23:39.954-07:00Tiny Township Strategic Plan<div class=Section1> <p class=MsoNormal>There will be a meeting to seek public input on the new draft Strategic Plan for Tiny Township. The meeting will be held at the Wyebridge Community Centre on Friday, August 29 at 9:00 am.<o:p></o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal>All those who are interested in the future of Township are urged to attend.<o:p></o:p></p> </div> BALM BEACHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04678512886337689377noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8566170587987909324.post-76913883201221442682008-07-28T09:58:00.001-07:002008-07-28T09:58:29.065-07:00PUBB Launches Fund Raising Campaign to Support Legal Action Against the Fence<div class=Section1> <p class=MsoNormal>Over the past year, PUBB has worked very closely with its lawyer to develop a legal strategy to establish public rights to the property which has been fenced. We are now seeking to raise $60,000 to commence this process in the courts. Donations can be made to PUBB and sent to PUBB, PO Box 222, Perkinsfield, ON., L0L 2J0.<o:p></o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal>If, for any reason, the legal action does not proceed, we will return your donation so please include your name and a complete mailing address with your donation.<o:p></o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal>Why would we not proceed? This best reason would be that the Attorney General for Ontario fulfills his role of “guardian of the public interest” and takes over the case. PUBB will continue to work on that front.<o:p></o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p> </div> BALM BEACHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04678512886337689377noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8566170587987909324.post-9021502654861849342008-07-28T09:47:00.001-07:002008-07-28T09:47:41.935-07:00Balm Beach Fence Upate<div class=Section1> <p class=MsoNormal>Last week there were two more incidents related to the fence.<o:p></o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal>On Wednesday night, someone set fire to the fence. There was some minor damage and charring. Fortunately, no one was hurt but if the fire had become out of control, much greater harm could have been done. PUBB continues to speak out against this type of action. We believe that there is a proper and legal way to deal with the matter and we urge people to support us in that action. Below is an excerpt from a press release issued by the local detachment of the OPP. PUBB supports the police in their efforts to bring back order to the community.<o:p></o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>“Inspector Rick Philbin, Commander, Southern Georgian Bay Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) wishes to advise the public that there is zero tolerance when it comes to committing criminal acts in his detachment area.<o:p></o:p></span></p> <p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p> <p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>Recent events in Tiny Township involving land disputes have escalated to reports of damage to property and, most recently, arson. The level of risk to human safety is increasing to both residents, the community and to emergency responders. The actions of the very people who are participating in this criminal activity are tarnishing the reputation of the respectable people of our community.<o:p></o:p></span></p> <p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p> <p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>I would like to send a strong message to those in our community who may think this type of behaviour is permissible, <b><u>it is not</u></b> and <b><u>it will not be tolerated</u></b>! </span><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>The actions of these hooligans, who must feel they are making a statement, are nothing more then cowards who are lurking around at night, causing damage and putting peoples lives in jeopardy. They are also putting the property and livelihood of other business owners in the area at risk. The deliberate setting of last night’s fire, in such a windy area, could have had catastrophic implications. This civil unrest must stop! Those who feel so strongly about this private property/access issue should take the debate into the legal arena. For those who believe that they have claim of some sort to any property must make their claim legal and official. There is a process that can be taken, my advice is to get a legal opinion.</span><span style='font-size:12.0pt'><o:p></o:p></span></p> <p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p> <p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>Our officers will work vehemently to find those responsible for committing these crimes and ensure they are brought before the courts to answer to the charges.”<o:p></o:p></span></p> <p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal>On Thursday afternoon a teenage boy was attacked while walking in front of the fenced property. The fence owner and his son have been charged with assault.<o:p></o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p> </div> BALM BEACHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04678512886337689377noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8566170587987909324.post-55072565248447724402008-07-14T16:57:00.001-07:002008-07-14T16:57:16.990-07:00Correction RE Great Lakes Right of Passage Act - Bill 43<div class=Section1> <p class=MsoNormal>We have been reporting that the number for this act was Bill 202. That was the number given to it when it was introduced in the last session of the legislature. When it was reintroduced after the election, it was given a new number Bill 43. <o:p></o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal><b>From now on if you are referring to the Act, use Bill 43.<o:p></o:p></b></p> </div> BALM BEACHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04678512886337689377noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8566170587987909324.post-79302211258634459232008-07-14T06:47:00.001-07:002008-07-14T06:47:21.700-07:00Navigating the Township of Tiny Website<div class=Section1> <p class=MsoNormal>All items discussed by the Tiny Township Council are included in the agenda for each meeting. Most of the discussion, reports and deputations are part of the Committee of the Whole (COW) meetings during the day. Decisions are made at the regular Council Meetings, usually in the evening.<o:p></o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal>To see what is on the agenda and to read the reports, take the following path:<o:p></o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal><a href="http://www.tiny.ca">www.tiny.ca</a> > Council Agenda > Committee of the Whole Agenda – 2008 > then pick the meeting date you are interested in.<o:p></o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal>Council agendas are usually posted on the Friday before the meeting.<o:p></o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal>For a meeting schedule, go to:<o:p></o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal><a href="http://www.tiny.ca">www.tiny.ca</a> > Council > Municipal Meetings > Committee of the Whole and Regular Council Meetings.<o:p></o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal>This should help you keep up to date.<o:p></o:p></p> </div> BALM BEACHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04678512886337689377noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8566170587987909324.post-20175178700322760322008-07-10T11:52:00.001-07:002008-07-10T11:52:33.478-07:00Second Act of Vandalism Against the Balm Beach Fence<div class=Section1> <p class=MsoNormal>Unfortunately, there was a second act of vandalism against the fence at Balm Beach during the night of July 9. PUBB has issued the following statement.<o:p></o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal>PUBB was dismayed to learn of a second act of vandalism against the fence at Balm Beach. As stated many times before, PUBB does not support this action. PUBB spokesperson Doug Lorriman says “PUBB still believes that the way to resolve the issue of public rights to use this beach is through legal and political channels. However, it takes a long time for the ‘public’ to organize and launch a legal challenge and this requires a great deal of patience. Clearly, as demonstrated by the incidents over the past two weeks, for some members of the public this patience has run out. We call once again for calm and call upon our elected politicians at both the municipal and provincial levels, particularly the Attorney General, to take leadership in the resolution process”.<o:p></o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p> </div> BALM BEACHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04678512886337689377noreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8566170587987909324.post-80531018626755500752008-07-07T07:42:00.001-07:002008-07-07T07:42:39.138-07:00UPDATE<div class=Section1> <p class=MsoNormal>There has been a lot of action up here at Balm Beach over the last week and much media coverage. Here are answers to the most frequently asked questions:<o:p></o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal><b>Regarding the chainsaw attack on the fence:<o:p></o:p></b></p> <p class=MsoNormal> The fence has been repaired.<o:p></o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal> A gentleman from Unionville has been arrested and charged.<o:p></o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal> One of the fence owners did sustain some minor injuries.<o:p></o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal> PUBB issued the following statement after the incident:<o:p></o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal> <i>PUBB is very sorry to learn of the physical action taken against the fence on the south side of Balm Beach and wishes to make it clear that this action was not supported in any way by PUBB. Doug Lorriman, PUBB spokesperson, said “although our objective is to see the fence removed, we have promoted from the beginning that this be done through legal means. We do not condone destruction or violence. We do not feel that the action taken yesterday helps our cause or Balm Beach. It does, however, underscore the frustration that many people feel from the lack of political leadership on this matter.”<o:p></o:p></i></p> <p class=MsoNormal><i><o:p> </o:p></i></p> <p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p> </div> BALM BEACHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04678512886337689377noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8566170587987909324.post-19653226806665983422008-07-07T07:30:00.001-07:002008-07-07T07:30:26.660-07:00PUBB has an email address<div class=Section1> <p class=MsoNormal>PUBB has set up an email address. If you have any specific questions or wish to help in any way, please contact:<o:p></o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal><a href="mailto:pubb@rogers.com">pubb@rogers.com</a><o:p></o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal>We will not have time at this address to get into long discussions on topic but we will try to give timely answers to questions.<o:p></o:p></p> </div> BALM BEACHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04678512886337689377noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8566170587987909324.post-44537058614657452332008-07-07T07:27:00.001-07:002008-07-07T07:27:56.996-07:00Write to you own MPP<div class=Section1> <p class=MsoNormal style='margin-bottom:0cm;margin-bottom:.0001pt;line-height: normal'>To access your local MPP contact information, go to <a href="http://www.onla.gov.on.ca">www.onla.gov.on.ca</a> and follow the link to “Members (MMP’s)”, there is even a postal code search option, or call Elections Ontario at 416-326-6300 or 1-888-668-8683.<o:p></o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal>Here are some of the points you can make:<o:p></o:p></p> <ul style='margin-top:0cm' type=disc> <li class=MsoNormal style='margin-bottom:0cm;margin-bottom:.0001pt;line-height: normal;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'>Explain that although this is a shoreline issue, you and many other of their constituents use the shorelines throughout the province for recreational purposes<o:p></o:p></li> <li class=MsoNormal style='margin-bottom:0cm;margin-bottom:.0001pt;line-height: normal;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'>If your MPP is Liberal, ask them to petition the premier and their ministers to take action on this matter<o:p></o:p></li> <li class=MsoNormal style='margin-bottom:0cm;margin-bottom:.0001pt;line-height: normal;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'>If your MPP is Conservative of NDP, ask them to also petition the premier and the Attorney General to take action and petition their own party critics to raise the issue in the legislative assembly and the media<o:p></o:p></li> <li class=MsoNormal style='margin-bottom:0cm;margin-bottom:.0001pt;line-height: normal;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'>Support Bill 202<o:p></o:p></li> </ul> <p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p> </div> BALM BEACHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04678512886337689377noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8566170587987909324.post-47158725450232024482008-07-07T07:24:00.001-07:002008-07-07T07:24:26.964-07:00Write to the Attorney General<div class=Section1> <p class=MsoNormal>Here is how you can contact the Attorney General:<o:p></o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal>Mailing Address: Hon. Christopher Bentley<o:p></o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:72.0pt;text-indent:36.0pt'>Attorney General<o:p></o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:108.0pt'>Ministry of the Attorney General<br> 720 Bay St, 11th Flr<o:p></o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:72.0pt;text-indent:36.0pt'>Toronto ON M5G 2K1 <o:p></o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal>Email Address: <a href="mailto:cbentley.mpp@liberal.ola.org">cbentley.mpp@liberal.ola.org</a><o:p></o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal>Here is a sample letter:<o:p></o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal>I am writing to seek your intervention in the matter of the private fence which has been erected across the beach at Balm Beach. Balm Beach, on the shores of Nottawasaga Bay is visited by thousands of visitors each year. These people come from the local North Simcoe areas, the GTA and Southern Ontario as well as overseas.<o:p></o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal>The fence now extends down to and, on some days, into the water so it is virtually impossible to pass without going into the water. This fence blocks off access to a beach area which has been used by the public for generations. I understand that I can launch a court challenge to restore the historic rights of access and use but I do not have the money to do this nor do I feel that I should have to put up my own money to protect the rights of all the public. That should be the role of government. Furthermore, I fear the if this fence is allow to remain, it will encourage others to erect fences which will ultimately decrease historic public access and use of more and more beach areas.<o:p></o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal>I understand that a mandate of you office is to protect public rights and that is why I am asking for your help.<o:p></o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal><b><i>(Then add some of your own comments and or stories)<o:p></o:p></i></b></p> <p class=MsoNormal><i><o:p> </o:p></i></p> <p class=MsoNormal><i><o:p> </o:p></i></p> </div> BALM BEACHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04678512886337689377noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8566170587987909324.post-75256788616453666032008-07-07T07:13:00.001-07:002008-07-07T07:13:17.929-07:00Write to Premier Dalton McGuinty<div class=Section1> <p class=MsoNormal>Here is how you can contact the Premier:<o:p></o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal>Mailing Address: Rm 281, Main Legislative Building<o:p></o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:72.0pt;text-indent:36.0pt'>Toronto ON M7A 1A4 <o:p></o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal>Email Address: <a href="mailto:dmcguinty.mpp.co@liberal.ola.org">dmcguinty.mpp.co@liberal.ola.org</a><o:p></o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal>Here are some of the points you can make:<o:p></o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p> <ul style='margin-top:0cm' type=disc> <li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'>Many Ontarions and visitors to the province use the beaches on the shores of Nottawasaga Bay<o:p></o:p></li> <li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'>It is one of the closer beach areas to the GTA<o:p></o:p></li> <li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'>Balm Beach is an alternative to Wasaga Beach when the former becomes too crowded<o:p></o:p></li> <li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'>Public use of a great provincial treasure is being denied by private interests<o:p></o:p></li> <li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'>No leadership by government is leading to “wild west” situation<o:p></o:p></li> <li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'>The public interests must be protected<o:p></o:p></li> <li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'>Municipal government refuses to take action<o:p></o:p></li> <li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'>Problem is not just limited to Balm Beach but other parts of the province as well<o:p></o:p></li> <li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'>Support Bill 202<o:p></o:p></li> </ul> <p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p> </div> BALM BEACHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04678512886337689377noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8566170587987909324.post-17815192197161836362008-07-07T07:10:00.001-07:002008-07-07T07:10:08.669-07:00Write to Tiny Township Council<div class=Section1> <p class=MsoNormal>Here is how you can contact the Council of Tiny Township:<o:p></o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><span lang=EN-US style='font-size:10.0pt'>Web Site: www.tiny.ca<o:p></o:p></span></p> <p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><span lang=EN-US style='font-size:10.0pt'>Email Address: council@tiny.ca<o:p></o:p></span></p> <p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:72.0pt;text-indent:-72.0pt;text-autospace: none'><span style='font-size:10.0pt'>Mailing Address: Township of Tiny<br> 130 Balm Beach Road West RR#1<br> Perkinsfield, ON L0L 2J0<o:p></o:p></span></p> <p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal>Here are some of the points you can make:<o:p></o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p> <ul style='margin-top:0cm' type=disc> <li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'>Disappointment that they did not take the opportunity to deal with the issue of fences on the beach when given the opportunity<o:p></o:p></li> <li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'>Remind them of statements made during the election campaign (See earlier posting on this Blog)<o:p></o:p></li> <li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'>Why did they not follow the advice of their consultant<o:p></o:p></li> <li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'>Why have they not applied the principles in the Official Plan<o:p></o:p></li> </ul> <p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p> </div> BALM BEACHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04678512886337689377noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8566170587987909324.post-52923491646643571312008-07-07T07:03:00.001-07:002008-07-07T07:03:20.075-07:00Let your politicians know you want action<div class=Section1> <p class=MsoNormal>PUBB encourages all of its supporters to contact their politicians and call for action to resolve the fence issue and restore public rights to the use of the beach.<o:p></o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal>A phone call is the least you can do. It lets them know that there is interest in their constituency.<o:p></o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal>An email is better since you have taken the time to write it but it will fall among many other emails that arrive daily in the politicians offices. Emails are easy to send so a lot of people use them.<o:p></o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal>A written and mailed letter is the best. It sends the message that you took the time and demonstrates your real concern.<o:p></o:p></p> </div> BALM BEACHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04678512886337689377noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8566170587987909324.post-25451577193480849332008-07-07T06:57:00.001-07:002008-07-07T06:57:26.715-07:00What Can You Do?<div class=Section1> <p class=MsoNormal>PUBB is continuing its fight to have the fence at Balm Beach removed and to restore public use and access to the beach. At a recent information meeting, supporters were given a list of actions which they can take to help in the fight. Actions include:<o:p></o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:36.0pt;text-indent:-18.0pt;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-family:"Wingdings 2"'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>—<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span lang=EN-US>Get more than angry, do something</span><o:p></o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:36.0pt;text-indent:-18.0pt;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-family:"Wingdings 2"'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>—<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span lang=EN-US>Write letters (See next postings for contact and other information)</span><o:p></o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:72.0pt;text-indent:-18.0pt;mso-list:l0 level2 lfo2'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-family:"Wingdings 2"'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>—<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span lang=EN-US>Township</span><o:p></o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:72.0pt;text-indent:-18.0pt;mso-list:l0 level2 lfo2'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-family:"Wingdings 2"'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>—<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span lang=EN-US>Province</span><o:p></o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:36.0pt;text-indent:-18.0pt;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-family:"Wingdings 2"'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>—<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span lang=EN-US>Support Bill 202</span><o:p></o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:72.0pt;text-indent:-18.0pt;mso-list:l0 level2 lfo2'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-family:"Wingdings 2"'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>—<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span lang=EN-US>Bill 202 is the Right of Passage Act. More on this in other previous postings.</span><o:p></o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:36.0pt;text-indent:-18.0pt;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-family:"Wingdings 2"'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>—<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span lang=EN-US>Join Shorewalk Association</span><o:p></o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:72.0pt;text-indent:-18.0pt;mso-list:l0 level2 lfo2'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-family:"Wingdings 2"'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>—<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span lang=EN-US><a href="http://www.shorewalk.ca">www.shorewalk.ca</a></span><o:p></o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:36.0pt;text-indent:-18.0pt;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-family:"Wingdings 2"'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>—<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span lang=EN-US>Talk to your friends and neighbours </span><o:p></o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:36.0pt;text-indent:-18.0pt;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-family:"Wingdings 2"'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>—<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span lang=EN-US>Support legal action</span><o:p></o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:72.0pt;text-indent:-18.0pt;mso-list:l0 level2 lfo2'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-family:"Wingdings 2"'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>—<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span lang=EN-US>Money</span><o:p></o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:108.0pt;text-indent:-18.0pt;mso-list: l0 level3 lfo2'><![if !supportLists]><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>1.<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span><![endif]><span lang=EN-US>We will be announcing details of our fund raising campaign shortly</span><o:p></o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:72.0pt;text-indent:-18.0pt;mso-list:l0 level2 lfo2'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-family:"Wingdings 2"'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>—<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span lang=EN-US>Time</span><o:p></o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:108.0pt;text-indent:-18.0pt;mso-list: l0 level3 lfo2'><![if !supportLists]><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>1.<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span><![endif]><span lang=EN-US>We need volunteers to help us raise funds and do some background work for the legal case. </span><o:p></o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:36.0pt;text-indent:-18.0pt;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-family:"Wingdings 2"'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>—<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span lang=EN-US>Keep tuned to this blog</span><o:p></o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p> </div> BALM BEACHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04678512886337689377noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8566170587987909324.post-21329733457646876082008-07-07T06:53:00.001-07:002008-07-07T06:53:49.738-07:00Information Meeting<div class=Section1> <p class=MsoNormal>There was standing room only at The Place on Saturday June 21 to hear an update on PUBB’s efforts to have the Balm Beach fence removed. A review of all activities of the last two years was presented along with the plans for the continued political pressure and legal action.<o:p></o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal>Simcoe North MPP Garfield Dunlop spoke at the meeting and expressed his support for our cause. He is working to get a meeting with the Attorney General. Mr. Dunlop agrees with PUBB that the AG is not only the best person to resolve this matter but it is his responsibility to fight for public rights.<o:p></o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal>At the meeting, PUBB supporters were provided a list of actions they can take to help the cause. These are detailed in the following postings.<o:p></o:p></p> </div> BALM BEACHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04678512886337689377noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8566170587987909324.post-4678497153695563042008-06-30T06:24:00.000-07:002008-06-30T06:25:03.272-07:00Part of Balm Beach Fence Destroyed<div class=Section1> <p class=MsoNormal>On Sunday, June 29, a person with a chain saw destroyed at least two sections of the fence. We do not have full details of the incident but it was reported by A channel news and was the subject of a short segment on Toronto radio station CFRB.<o:p></o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal>Following the incident, PUBB has issued the following statement:<o:p></o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal>PUBB is very sorry to learn of the physical action taken against the fence on the south side of Balm Beach and wishes to make it clear that this action was not supported in any way by PUBB. Doug Lorriman, PUBB spokesperson, said “although our objective is to see the fence removed, we have promoted from the beginning that this be done through legal means. We do not condone destruction or violence. We do not feel that the action taken yesterday helps our cause or Balm Beach. It does, however, underscore the frustration that many people feel from the lack of political leadership on this matter.”<o:p></o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p> </div> BALM BEACHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04678512886337689377noreply@blogger.com16tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8566170587987909324.post-15238919575240586752008-06-11T13:02:00.001-07:002008-06-11T13:02:29.683-07:00Information Meeting<div class=Section1> <p class=MsoNormal align=center style='margin-bottom:0cm;margin-bottom:.0001pt; text-align:center;line-height:normal'><b><span style='font-size:72.0pt'>PUBB<o:p></o:p></span></b></p> <p class=MsoNormal align=center style='margin-bottom:0cm;margin-bottom:.0001pt; text-align:center;line-height:normal'><span style='font-size:16.0pt'>(Preserving the Use of Balm Beach)<o:p></o:p></span></p> <p class=MsoNormal style='margin-bottom:0cm;margin-bottom:.0001pt;line-height: normal'><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal align=center style='margin-bottom:0cm;margin-bottom:.0001pt; text-align:center;line-height:normal'><b><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>Is hosting an<o:p></o:p></span></b></p> <p class=MsoNormal style='margin-bottom:0cm;margin-bottom:.0001pt;line-height: normal'><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal align=center style='margin-bottom:0cm;margin-bottom:.0001pt; text-align:center;line-height:normal'><span style='font-size:48.0pt'>Information Meeting<o:p></o:p></span></p> <p class=MsoNormal align=center style='margin-bottom:0cm;margin-bottom:.0001pt; text-align:center;line-height:normal'><b><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>Regarding the<o:p></o:p></span></b></p> <p class=MsoNormal align=center style='margin-bottom:0cm;margin-bottom:.0001pt; text-align:center;line-height:normal'><span style='font-size:72.0pt'>Balm Beach Fence<o:p></o:p></span></p> <p class=MsoNormal style='margin-bottom:0cm;margin-bottom:.0001pt;line-height: normal'><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal style='margin-bottom:0cm;margin-bottom:.0001pt;line-height: normal'><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt'>Date: Saturday, June 21<o:p></o:p></span></b></p> <p class=MsoNormal style='margin-bottom:0cm;margin-bottom:.0001pt;line-height: normal'><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt'>Time: 10:00 am<o:p></o:p></span></b></p> <p class=MsoNormal style='margin-bottom:0cm;margin-bottom:.0001pt;line-height: normal'><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt'>Place: The Place, 300 Balm Beach Rd. W.<o:p></o:p></span></b></p> <p class=MsoNormal style='margin-bottom:0cm;margin-bottom:.0001pt;line-height: normal'><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal style='margin-bottom:0cm;margin-bottom:.0001pt;line-height: normal'><span style='font-size:14.0pt'>PUBB will be providing a report on efforts to legally remove the fence from the beach and restore historic public access and use. The meeting will:<o:p></o:p></span></p> <p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst style='mso-margin-top-alt:0cm;margin-right: 0cm;margin-bottom:0cm;margin-left:72.0pt;margin-bottom:.0001pt;text-indent: -18.0pt;line-height:normal;mso-list:l0 level2 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:Wingdings'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>Ø<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span style='font-size:14.0pt'>Review what has been done to date<o:p></o:p></span></p> <p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='mso-margin-top-alt:0cm;margin-right: 0cm;margin-bottom:0cm;margin-left:72.0pt;margin-bottom:.0001pt;text-indent: -18.0pt;line-height:normal;mso-list:l0 level2 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:Wingdings'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>Ø<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span style='font-size:14.0pt'>Present the current status<o:p></o:p></span></p> <p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpLast style='mso-margin-top-alt:0cm;margin-right: 0cm;margin-bottom:0cm;margin-left:72.0pt;margin-bottom:.0001pt;text-indent: -18.0pt;line-height:normal;mso-list:l0 level2 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:Wingdings'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>Ø<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span style='font-size:14.0pt'>Consider future actions.<o:p></o:p></span></p> <p class=MsoNormal style='margin-bottom:0cm;margin-bottom:.0001pt;line-height: normal'><span style='font-size:14.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p> <p class=MsoNormal align=center style='margin-bottom:0cm;margin-bottom:.0001pt; text-align:center;line-height:normal'><b><span style='font-size:36.0pt'>Save your beach rights<o:p></o:p></span></b></p> <p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p> </div> BALM BEACHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04678512886337689377noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8566170587987909324.post-24818760987792222132008-05-27T06:09:00.000-07:002008-05-27T06:08:37.294-07:00Balm Beach Secondary Plan<div class=Section1> <p class=MsoNormal>In an earlier posting, it was reported that Tiny council had decided to commission a study to create a Secondary Plan for Balm Beach. This month a Request for Proposals was issued to consultants for this study. The proposals are due at the end of May and we hope that the study will start soon after that.<o:p></o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal>Council has said that it wants good public input in this study. We will keep you advised on how and when this input will be sought.<o:p></o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal>We hope this study will lead to some positive developments.<o:p></o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p> </div> BALM BEACHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04678512886337689377noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8566170587987909324.post-33922201155366766082008-05-22T06:28:00.000-07:002008-05-22T06:27:15.904-07:00Contact your MPP<div class=Section1> <p class=MsoNormal>It came to my attention that some people may not know how to contact their MPP. Good point.<o:p></o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal>To find contact information, go to <a href="http://www.onla.on.ca">www.onla.on.ca</a> and click Members (MPPs). A list of contact information is available from that page. If you do not know who your MPP is, there is a Postal Code search option available on that page as well.<o:p></o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal>Another way to get a list of MPPs is from the Shorewalk Association web page. In fact, I encourage you to visit their site at <a href="http://www.shorewalk.ca">www.shorewalk.ca</a>. There is a lot of good information there.<o:p></o:p></p> </div> BALM BEACHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04678512886337689377noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8566170587987909324.post-33573751967683158692008-05-21T13:10:00.000-07:002008-05-21T13:09:52.170-07:00Right of Passage Act<div class=Section1> <p class=MsoNormal>As reported on this blog last year, MPP Kim Craitor introduced the Great Lakes Shoreline Right of Passage Act. Unfortunately this bill was introduced to late in the session to receive more attention than first reading.<o:p></o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal>Mr. Craitor promised that, if re-elected, he would reintroduce the bill in the new session. Well, he was re-elected and he reintroduced the bill in March. <o:p></o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal>The next challenge is to get the bill past second reading before it goes to committee. For this to happen, it needs a good base of support from the MPP’s.<o:p></o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal>We ask you to contact your MPP and seek their support for this bill. It will not solve all the problems at Balm Beach but it will certainly help. In your messages you can explain how private interests are slowly denying public use of beaches which have been previously accessible for generations. You should also explain how the fence has affected your enjoyment of Balm Beach.<o:p></o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal style='background:white'>To see a copy of the bill, go to<span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif";color:#474B4E'> <a href="http://www.ontla.on.ca">www.ontla.on.ca</a> and take the following path:</span><span style='font-family:"Helvetica","sans-serif";color:#474B4E'><o:p></o:p></span></p> <p class=MsoNormal style='background:white'><span style='font-family:"Helvetica","sans-serif"; color:#474B4E'> <o:p></o:p></span></p> <p class=MsoNormal style='background:white'><span style='font-family:"Helvetica","sans-serif"; color:#474B4E'><a href="http://www.ontla.on.ca/web/home.do?locale=en">Home</a> > <a href="http://www.ontla.on.ca/web/go2.jsp?locale=en&Page=/bills/bills_main&menuItem=bills_header">Bills & Lawmaking</a> > <a href="http://www.ontla.on.ca/web/bills/bills_current.do?locale=en">Current Parliament</a> > Bill 43, Great Lakes Shoreline Right of Passage Act, 2008<o:p></o:p></span></p> <p class=MsoNormal style='background:white'><span style='font-family:"Helvetica","sans-serif"; color:#474B4E'><o:p> </o:p></span></p> <p class=MsoNormal>Your support in this way is important in helping our efforts to have the fence removed. Please act.<o:p></o:p></p> </div> BALM BEACHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04678512886337689377noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8566170587987909324.post-53448171811009916372008-05-21T12:38:00.000-07:002008-05-21T12:37:26.402-07:00Fence Update<div class=Section1> <p class=MsoNormal>Those who have not been up to Balm Beach yet this year will remember that the fence extended across about two thirds of the beach to the water and the remaining gap was filled with numerous pieces of furniture which impeded but did not totally block passage.<o:p></o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal>This year things have changed. In the fall the fence was extended by another four sections which significantly narrowed the distance to the water. This spring, the boat rack was relocated to fill the remaining gap to the water so now passage is virtually impossible without getting your feet wet. As this entry is being written, the wave wash is hitting the last post of the fence and the boat rack is completely awash.<o:p></o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class=MsoNormal>This unfortunate development underscores the need to seek all legal remedies to have the fence removed and restore historical access and use of all the beach.<o:p></o:p></p> </div> BALM BEACHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04678512886337689377noreply@blogger.com3