This took about 15 minutes to do. Albeit, it may look like it took 15 minutes and it clearly can use some work, perhaps it could be a starting point for our local Council....??
I would suggest that Council could have a pretty good plan done in a month, even with staff and public consultation.
PRIORITY
Recognize and protect the heritage and social fabric of the community as well as the unique farming soil in the municipality:
ACTION ITEMS
· promote Melancthon through various local fairs by offering a special prize for the most unique antique farming implement displayed
· encourage a special yearly display at the County Museum to celebrate the history of agriculture and how it shaped and formed Melancthon
· sponsor and promote a contest to provide a slogan for Melancthon Township with a slant on agriculture and our unique soil
· conduct the necessary studies to have the land designated specialty crop/soil
· amend the OP to designate the specialty soil lands under the Environmental Assessment Act (EAA)
· designate homes under the Heritage Designation Act
· pass a demolition control bylaw with respect to barns and houses
· take part in local festivals and events in parades and celebrations promoting Melancthon and its history and heritage
PRIORITY
Promote economic development in the Township of Melancthon through diversification based on the principles of the new economy as well as support of existing business:
ACTION ITEMS
· support existing aggregate operations and new operations in areas that will not impact prime agricultural land
· support through the OP& zoning process home based businesses
· promote Melancthon’s agricultural diversity and uniqueness through a farmers market, partnering with local food and 100 mile food initiatives
· support existing aggregate operations and designate new aggregate areas in Melancthon which do not impact prime agricultural land
· create signage unique to Melancthon and post at all major transportation corridors
· designate a councillor to sit on the Shelburne & District Economic Development Committee
· support the Dufferin Area Chamber of Commerce
· continue to support and monitor existing wind turbines facilities and operations
· ensure that all of the municipality has access to broadband/high speed internet which is integral to the success of existing business as well as the recruitment relocation of the creative class
PRIORITY
Recognize and promote the citizen’s right to a balanced environment and secure source of water and ensure safeguards are in place to protect citizens:
ACTION ITEMS
· declare the municipality one of the most important recharge areas in the province of Ontario and circulate to all Ministries
· ensure that no one industry/business/operation is permitted to jeapordize the environment or water sources through zoning, OP’s and various designations available
· pass a municipal tree cutting bylaw
· do all studies for source water protection, hydrology, etc. as is prudent
· continue to monitor the landfill site closely
· etc. etc.
· ensure that all native species and species at risk are acknowledged and protected
PRIORITY
Promote and provide a balanced and healthy quality of life for residents:
ACTION ITEMS
· continue to support the Mulmur, Dundalk and Shelburne arenas and pools
· support local sports teams
· lobby with other local municipalities to keep the Shelburne hospital site open
· continue to lobby with other municipalities to recruit physicians and nurse practitioners
· support the existing trail system on which there are various recreational activities including snowmobiling, snowshoeing, horseback riding, walking, ATV’ing, etc. etc.
· officially recognize the Township of Melancthon as the home of Aaron Downey, Stanley Cup Champion and Bert Wilson, NHL player through permanent signage
· promote cultural events in neighbouring municipalities including the Shelburne and Dundalk theatre groups
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