In the last 6 weeks the global number of confirmed Covid-19 cases had doubled to 20 million.
World wide, the control of the pandemic is incredibly bad. Just terrible!
In Canada however, our new case numbers are far down the slope - at 1/10 of their peak,
and new case numbers have levelled out,
In Dufferin we have had less than one new case every few days for the last month.
Recently, wearing a face mask has become the new normal.
The timing could not be better.
We now know that taking a “covid history” of a recent cough or fever will not identify the majority of new infections.
The majority of infected persons do not have symptoms!
This knowledge makes social distancing and the wearing of a face mask
of critical importance in controlling this pandemic.
Let's keep up the pressure.
We can prevent a second wave!
A first draft of a proposed fence bylaw was reviewed by Council during the meeting held on June 9, 2020. The bylaw would address concerns including height and materials used for fencing. Council asked staff to include provisions for seeking exemptions be added. Council will have a second look at the bylaw later this summer after the public has had an opportunity to provide input.
The bylaw primarily concerns residential fences, though it does contain regulations that apply through the Town of Mono, including:
Barbed wire fences
Electric fences
Use of sheet or corrugated metal panels
The regulations specific to residential zones address front yard, side yard and rear yard fences. The pool enclosure section is essentially the same as the Town's existing Pool Fence Bylaw 2011-46. The only significant change was adding a restriction ensuring nothing could be placed on the exterior side of a pool enclosure that would allow climbing the fence. Existing fences thazt are structurally sound and in good repair are exempt from meeting the provisions of this bylaw. However, where 50% or more of any fences is to be replaced or repaired, the fence must be brought into conformity with the bylaw.
"No person shall construct a fence that is greater than 0.6 metres (2 feet) in height along any point of a Sight Triangle and such fence must be of open construction."
Sight Triangle Diagram
Section 4.1 Fences in Rear Yards
"No fence erected in a rear yard shall exceed 1.8 metres (6 feet) in height."
1.8 metre high fence in rear yard
Section 4.4 Fences in Exterior Side Yards
4.4.1
"No fences erected in an exterior side yard shall exceed 1.0 metres (3.3 feet) in height."
1.0 metre high fence in exterior side yard
4.4.2
"Notwithstanding Section 4.4.1, if the residence is set back further than the minimum required by the current Zoning By-law, then a fence not exceeding 1.8 metres (6 feet) may be constructed if such fence meets minimum setbacks as required by the current Zoning By-law."
Residence set further back than minimum setback with 1.8 metre high fence
Public Comments and Review
Comments and reviews submitted through the form on this page will be placed on the agenda for an upcoming Council Meeting. Council will consider the matter, including the comments received during the meeting. Comment submission closes on July 10, 2020.
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An Informational Guide to Town of Mono's New Plastic Bag Bylaw
Please select whether you are a Resident / Member of the General Public or a Business
Information for Residents
On January 1, 2021, you should no longer receive plastic checkout bags from stores in Mono. You may only receive a bag if:
You are first asked whether you need a bag and you respond that you require one
The bag you receive is a paper bag that can be recycled
You must pay for the bag
Businesses must allow you to use any reusable bag that you may already have, including bags from competitors.
Are There Any Exceptions?
You may still receive bags in situations when the bag is being used to do any of the following:
Package loose bulk items, such as fruit / vegetables, nuts, grains, or candy;
Package loose small hardware items such as nails and bolts;
Contain or wrap frozen foods, meat, poultry or fish;
Wrap flowers or potted plants;
Protect prepared foods or bakery goods that are not already packaged;
Contain prescription drugs received from a pharmacy;
Transport live fish;
Protect linens, bedding, or other similar large items that cannot easily fit in a reusable bag;
Protect newspapers or other printed material that may be left outside;
Protect clothes after laundering or dry cleaning;
Protect tires that cannot easily fit in a reusable bag;
Collect and dispose of animal waste
You may also receive small paper bags at no charge for smaller purchases.
On January 1, 2021, you should no longer provide bags to customers. You may only supply a bag if:
You first ask customers whether they need a bag and they respond that they require one
The bag you provide to customers is a paper bag that can be recycled
Customers must pay for the bag. Businesses can set whatever price they feel is appropriate for these bags.
Customers should be allowed to use any reusable bag that they may already have, including bags from competitors.
Are There Any Exceptions?
You may still provide bags in the following situations if the bags do any of the following:
Package loose bulk items, such as fruit / vegetables, nuts, grains, or candy;
Package loose small hardware items such as nails and bolts;
Contain or wrap frozen foods, meat, poultry or fish;
Wrap flowers or potted plants;
Protect prepared foods or bakery goods that are not already packaged;
Contain prescription drugs received from a pharmacy;
Transport live fish;
Protect linens, bedding, or other similar large items that cannot easily fit in a reusable bag;
Protect newspapers or other printed material that may be left outside;
Protect clothes after laundering or dry cleaning;
Protect tires that cannot easily fit in a reusable bag;
Collect and dispose of animal waste
You may also provide a small paper bag at no charge for small purchases.
Penalties
Contravening the new Plastic Bag Bylaw will result in a fine of $150. Any person who is charged with multiple or repeat offences under this Bylaw is liable to the following fines if found guilty under Part 3 of the Provincial Offences Act:
$500 for each day or part day that the offence continues, limited to $10,000
$500 for each offence in a case of multiple offences and the total of all fines for each included offence is limited to $10,000
We are interested to hear about what the switch away from plastic will mean for you at checkouts. What changes will you as a customer or a business need to take? What supports may be helpful? Let us know in the comments. We are ready for your feedback and we are listening.
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