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The Pet Spay Neuter Initiatives Association has approached the Clarington Council with a request for financial support to sustain its program, which offers spay and neuter services to low-income and homeless individuals. This request was presented by Martin Field, the Chair of the association, during the General Government Committee meeting
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The Municipality of Clarington is evaluating the potential benefits and funding implications of supporting the Pet Spay Neuter Initiatives Program (SNIP). During the General Government Committee meeting on December 2, 2024, Martin Field, Chair of the Spay Neuter Initiatives Association, presented an overview of the program. The initiative aims to
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The Spay Neuter Initiatives Association (SNIA) presented to the Clarington General Government Committee on December 2, 2024, requesting municipal support for their program. Martin Field, Chair of SNIA, outlined the association's services, which include a 100% subsidy for spaying and neutering pets of unhoused community members. Field proposed
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The Municipality of Clarington has formally called on the provincial government to address the growing issues of homelessness and mental health. During the General Government Committee meeting on December 2, 2024, the council supported the Ontario Big City Mayors' campaign, urging immediate action from both provincial and federal governments.
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The Municipality of Clarington has approved the creation of a Veterans' Crosswalk at the intersection of King and Temperance Streets in Bowmanville. This initiative aims to honor Canadian Forces veterans by establishing a permanent memorial in a central location. The crosswalk will be situated near the cenotaph, a site
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The Municipality of Clarington has approved significant expenditures for the replacement and acquisition of municipal vehicles, with a focus on incorporating green technologies. During the General Government Committee meeting on November 4, 2024, several contracts were awarded for the supply and delivery of various vehicles, emphasizing sustainability and modernization of
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During the General Government Committee meeting on November 4, 2024, Marian Timmermans, a board member of Marigold Hospice Care, provided an update on the hospice's progress and financial needs. Timmermans announced that the grand opening of the hospice is scheduled for Fall 2025. In her presentation, Timmermans detailed
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The Municipality of Clarington is taking steps towards developing a Community Climate Adaptation Plan. During the General Government Committee meeting on November 4, 2024, the council directed staff to apply for funding from the Federation of Canadian Municipalities' Local Leadership for Climate Action initiative.
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The Clarington Council has made significant changes to its Civic Recognition and Dedication Program as per the General Government Committee meeting held on November 4, 2024. The Council adopted a new Civic Recognition and Dedication Policy aimed at identifying programs to recognize or memorialize individuals and organizations for their contributions
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The Municipality of Clarington has approved a budget of up to $1,000,000 for the repair of the Scugog Street storm sewer outfall. This decision was made during the General Government Committee meeting held on October 7, 2024. The funding for this project will be sourced from the Ontario
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The Clarington Polar Bear Swim, a traditional event held annually on January 1st, is currently under review by the Clarington General Government Committee. During the meeting on October 7, 2024, correspondence from Nancy and Hugh Towie regarding the event was referred to staff for further consideration. The Polar Bear Swim
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The General Government Committee of Clarington discussed potential revisions to the Open Air Burn By-law during their meeting on October 7, 2024. The current by-law, known as By-law 2012-062, is under review with proposals to repeal and replace it with a new version that considers the needs of both urban