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Thank You: Century Condos Open House!

March 28, 2018 /

While we are compiling notes, we just wanted to say what a great turnout there was at Town Hall on Tuesday Night.  So much that the Fire Department had to enforce the 185 people maximum in the building and turn people away.

For those who were unable to get in, from our understanding (subject to change) the Town took their names and they will have an opportunity at the April 10, 2018 P&D meeting to have their say to Town Staff and the Committee.

For those who did get in and especially for those who spoke, it was clear that the Committee, Town Staff and the Developer heard the message of “No More Than Four”.  Some Committee members even went so far to remark “Three is even better”.

You can still send an e-mail/letter off to Council ahead of the Council meeting on Monday,

Thanks to everyone for joining the cause and their continuing support to preserve our Downtown!

 

REMINDER: Century Condos Open House Tonight – March 27th, 2018

March 27, 2018 /

Just a quick reminder for those who may have forgot (and we don’t think anyone has) that the Open House meeting for the proposed Century Condos on Downtown Main Street will be happening tonight.  The Developer, Town Staff and the Planning & Development Committee will be on hand to hear your take on this project.

Although the meeting will start at 7:00 PM, we encourage you to show up early and meet us in the parking lot where we will be handing out some important additional information.  Also seating will be at a premium, so early birds will get a good seat!

Location:  Grimsby Town Hall, Council Chambers, 160 Livingston Avenue
Time:  7:00 PM, but we recommend coming early for those who will require seating.

Notes: Planning & Development Committee – March 20, 2018

March 23, 2018 /

We hope to see you all at 7:00 pm on Tuesday, March 27th at the Planning & Development Committee Open House for the proposed Century Condos development (21, 23 Main Street East and 6 Doran Ave) in the Downtown – Main Street area.  Come early to get a seat!  The agenda for the meeting and details of the proposal can be found here:

https://grimsby.civicweb.net/filepro/documents?expanded=542,773,89907&preview=92566

Read more of our posts on Century Condos here


March 20th Planning & Development Committee

A big THANK YOU! to everyone who made the effort to come out to the two Planning & Development Committee Open Houses held at Town Hall on Tuesday, March 20th.  The Council Chambers were overflowing with standing room only in the foyer.

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Know Your Rights: The “Freedom of Expression”

March 18, 2018 /

With the ongoing discussion of the Century Condos project, the letter writing campaign residents have taken up and the upcoming “open house” meeting on March 27th, we thought it might be an apt opportunity to explore a matter of a higher order… our Rights and Freedoms in Canada.

The Canadian Constitution, in particular the Charter of Rights of Freedoms ensures that those in Canada have certain protections and rights. For this exercise, we want to look at the “Fundamental Freedoms”  as guaranteed by the Charter:

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REMINDER: 4 Windward & Height/Density Open Houses March 20, 2018

March 18, 2018 /

Just a friendly reminder that there are two public Open Houses happening on Tuesday March 20th :

  1. 4 Windward Drive (Casablanca Inn) – Zoning Amendment and Official Plan Amendment
  2. Section 37 Planning Act – Height and Density Bonusing – Zoning Amendment and Official Plan Amendment

Just when you thought the buildings in Grimsby couldn’t get any higher, 4 Windward Drive is being proposed at 22 and 19 storeys.

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Open Houses: Winery Inn (22 & 19 Storeys) & Height/Density Bonusing March 20, 2018

March 15, 2018 /

Tuesday, March 20 – 7:00 PM @ Town Hall – 

Join us for these two important Open Houses:

Height and Density Bonusing Open House

These policies will impact ANY new development OR redevelopment in Grimsby.  Height and density bonusing can be permitted ANYWHERE – even in your existing neighbourhood.

Do you think developers should be able to get more height and density above what is written in the Official Plan in exchange for giving the Town a cash payment or “community benefits” such as a sculpture?

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Century Condos Downtown: NO MORE THAN FOUR!

March 14, 2018 /

We heard the people loud and clear.  The question is… did Grimsby Town Council?

The citizens of Grimsby are NOT happy with the proposed Century Condos development downtown.  NewsNow reports on the developer-led March 1st Open House here: http://wn3.ca/2018/03/09/raucous-crowd-greets-desantis-proposal/

Do you want to do something about it?
Do you want to send your message of disapproval loud and clear to Council?

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NTW: More Election Training Sessions

March 14, 2018 /

Niagara This Week posted an article detailing some of the election training sessions being held around Niagara.  Even if you aren’t thinking of running, these are great sessions to gain insight on local politics.

“We’re seeing people come forward with all sorts of interests — those determined to run, those wanting information before they decide, and also those who aren’t interested in running, but who are highly motivated to help out and get involved,”

You can read the full article here:  https://www.niagarathisweek.com/news-story/8324918-citizens-coalition-planning-more-election-training-sessions/

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Representing the citizens of Grimsby to ensure that the Town’s planning for intensification results in responsible growth while preserving the majesty of the escarpment and natural areas, the Lake Ontario waterfront, the small town charm, character and history, and the friendly nature of its people.

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