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Dated November 15, 2004

Requests should be made to PO Box 89, Flinton ON, K0H 2P0 or to (613) 336-2286 Ph or 336-2847 Fx or by email to: clerk@addingtonhighlands.ca

Residents and ratepayers of the Corporation of the Township of Addington Highlands are hereby advised that an accessibility plan was adopted by the Township Council on August 5^th, 2003.

A copy of said plan is available at the Township office, 72 Edward St., Flinton ON, and at 99 Bridge St., Denbigh, ON, for public viewing, during open hours.

A copy has also been placed on our web-site in Adobe Acrobat Format. Click here to get a copy.

Accessibility Report, 2005

In 2004, the Township of Addington Highlands identified areas, which would be addressed pursuant to a plan drafted according to the requirements of the Ontarians

With Disabilities Act, 2001.

 In 2005, the following projects were/will be accomplished:

 - washrooms at the Denbigh Library (township Hall basement) are currently being renovated to accommodate persons with disabilities.
 - fully accessible washrooms are being constructed at the Flinton Library where none existed previously.

In 2006 the Township will inspect washroom facilities in the Denbigh and

Flinton municipal halls in an effort to identify what upgrades are required with respect to dispensers and mirrors and parking spaces at the Flinton Municipal office will be resigned by painting logos on the pavement in order to avoid vandalism problems with upright signs.

Budget restrictions will determine the extent of the work to be carried out in 2006.

Report adopted by the Council for the Township of Addington Highlands on October 4,2004.

Jack Pauhl, Clerk Treasurer

Accessibility Report, 2006

In 2005, the Township of Addington Highlands identified areas, which would be addressed pursuant to a plan drafted according to the requirements of the Ontarians

With Disabilities Act, 2001.

In 2006, the following projects were accomplished:

- Additional large print books were purchased for the library system. The total books in inventory are 318 or 2.39% of total collection.
- There are now 39 audio books and 239 DVDs in the library system.

In 2007 the Township will continue to improve accessibility by providing additional library resources, monitor signage, encourage universal design in housing, etc.

Budget restrictions will determine the extent of the work to be carried out in 2007. 

Report adopted by the Council for the Township of Addington Highlands on December 18, 2006.

Jack Pauhl, Clerk Treasurer

On April 7^th, 2003 a by-law to regulate the disposal of garbage in the Township of Addington Highlands was enacted and on April 23, 2003 the following offences and "set" fines were approved under Part 1 of the Provincial Offences Act:  

Dated at Flinton ON               The Council of the Corporation of
May 8, 2003                            Township of Addington Highlands

(As recommended to the Council by the Road Supervisor on December 18, 2006 and adopted on the same date)  

To start maintaining the sidewalks in Northbrook, starting December 21, 2006, until a by-law is established.  Sidewalks shall be maintained during normal working hours.  The objective is to begin sidewalk cleaning as soon as possible after a storm has ended – normally within 36 hours.

#1 either blanket sanded or spot sanded as conditions warrant when snowfalls are less than 8cm.

#2  plowed and blanket sanded or spot sanded as conditions warrant when snowfalls exceed 8cm.

#3 however, in the event of heavy snowfalls or extreme ice, an initial pass will be made to allow access. In certain circumstances when sidewalks are located on both sides of a street. Township may choose to only maintain the sidewalk on one side of the street. This decision is based on location, safety issues for pedestrians/vehicles and snow accumulations in that area.

Effective May 1, 2004, all building/plumbing permit fees for commercially assessed properties will be waived as an incentive for economic development in Addington Highlands.  This will continue indefinitely.  Inspections and applications will remain necessary however, the fees will be waived.  Call the Township Office at 336-2286 for more details.

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