Excerpt from Canadian Yachting Magazine, February 2012,

JET SET
Bradley Schmidt

Paradise Found

We are lucky to live in a country with an abundance of lakes. Recreational opportunities abound. With the popularity of on-the-water activities never higher, the weekend rush at the boat ramp and gas pumps can mean long waits. Furthermore, unless you or a friend or family has a waterfront spot to dock, you will also need to find an appropriate place to tie up.

What if there was a place within easy driving distance of home, a place with crystal clear water, granite outcroppings, and township maintained access, a place seemingly undiscovered where you never wait at the boat ramp, a place with more than 180 sites to snuggle your boat up to for the day or even overnight? Well, paradise found!

North Frontenac is located a 3-hour drive east of Toronto, two hours west of Ottawa. North Frontenac Parklands maintains 184 backcountry campsites on 12 lakes in the area. Many of the lakes are small, suited for small fishing boats or canoes. A few are larger, including Kashwakamak and Big Gull, which are both about 12 miles long and suitable for larger vessels. There are 18 campsites, mostly on islands, on Kashwakamak. There are 30 on Big Gull. Each site is detailed on their online maps, and clearly marked with a bright white sign on-site. Most sites are equipped with a fire pit and privy. Some have been developed further with picnic tables and benches.

Finding the campsites was purely accidental in our case... We were on the water, looking for a place to take a swim when one of the campsites magically appeared. We beached the boat and enjoyed a lovely swim where the sun had warmed the water and the shallow granite below. Being an island, we had no worries about losing the dog, who was having a great time splashing and exploring. We have since rented a few sites when we knew we had friends visiting. It's a great home-base for a day on the water, or rent it for a week and set up camp!

Most of the sites have water access and some are accessible by road. Your campsite fee includes a road access permit where needed.

North Frontenac Parklands maintain an excellent website at www.northfrontenacparklands.ca - view the maps and book your sites now!

Jet Set, Bradley Schmidt (Canadian Yachting Magazine, Feb 2012)

"The New Year has arrived and I hope everyone had a happy and healthy holiday season. The past year was an extremely busy one for our officers. In 2011, our officers attended over 21,000 calls for service, laid 7,115 Provincial Offence notices and laid approx 1500 criminal charges. Our officers completed over 900 hours of foot patrol and our Detachment Auxiliary unit contributed a record 5000 volunteer hours to the community. During the Festive RIDE season, our officers checked over 16,000 vehicles and I am pleased to say that very few drivers had been consuming alcohol.

We received the results of a recent Community Satisfaction survey and they were excellent. The communities we police felt very safe and they were very satisfied with the service we provide. The survey also indicated there is a strong desire for us to continue to focus our efforts on Traffic safety, reducing Property Crimes, and reducing the use for Illegal Drugs. We have many initiatives in place to target these areas in 2012.

The one main traffic concern we continue to see is that many drivers are still talking on cell phones and even worse, texting while driving. In fact, we have had incidents where drivers were texting, and they drove right past a school bus with its red lights flashing, jeopardizing the safety of the young students getting off the bus. This habit has to change and our officers will be diligent in their enforcement of these offences.

As the snow flies and the lakes have started to freeze, we have attended a few incidents of snowmobiles going through the ice. I urge all operators of snow machines and those who venture out onto the ice to make sure they check the conditions constantly, be aware of your surroundings, and remember that operating a snow machine while consuming alcohol is illegal. Our Snowmobile Patrol program has started, so don't take any chances!!!

Let's work together to make 2012 a safe place to work and play in Lanark County and North and Central Frontenac."

Gerry Salisbury, Inspector
Lanark County OPP

The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), East Region, would like to warn merchants of groups attending businesses that are either checking it out for future thefts or stealing items that can be carried out.

Groups of 3-10 people, men and women, traveling in vans or other larger cars are attending a business wearing large baggy clothing. One or more will distract the clerk/cashier, while the others lift goods and go into offices.

They will avoid the front of the store/cash as they leave with articles hidden by their clothing. Some may be struggling to walk as they leave.

If anyone has information about these types of thefts, they are asked to call their local police immediately or the OPP at 1-888-310-1122.

CAUTION
ICE ON AREA RIVERS AND LAKES MAY BE EXTREMELY DANGEROUS

The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Snowmobile, All Terrain Vehicle & Vessel Enforcement (SAVE) Team would like to remind everyone that even though there is ice on area lakes and rivers, you need to use caution!

No ice is safe!

• Ice Fishing, walking, and cross country skiing, all require at least 4" of New Clear Hard Ice. (for one person)
• One snowmobile or all-terrain vehicle, both require, at least 5" of New Clear Hard Ice. (for one person)
• One vehicle, car or small pick-up, all require, at least 8" to 12" of New Clear Hard Ice.
• One vehicle, medium truck, requires at least 12" to 15" of New Clear Hard Ice.

Safety First:

• Always, check the ice in several places before traveling onto it.
• Wear a floatation suit
• Carry ice picks
• If you go onto the ice be prepared to get wet and cold and be able to rescue yourself
• Don't endanger anyone else
• If you're travelling in a group, keep good spacing so that if one person goes into the water no one else will

Contact:
Randal Haddrall
Provincial Constable
East Region S.A.V.E. Team
Media Relations Officer
Pager: 1-888-236-0897

Officers from the Lanark County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police are investigating allegations of a fraud that is identical to a scam reported about a year ago.

The victim is contacted, on this occasion by letter, stating that they have been selected by the named company to be a "Secret Shopper". The company indicates that it provides a service to businesses that want to assess their security, efficiency and customer relations.

The letter contains what is represented as a cheque for $1500. The victim is instructed to cash the cheque immediately, keep $150. as payment and forward the remaining $1350. cash via Western Union to a named individual in the United Kingdom.

Officers wish to remind the community to be suspicious of any unsolicited requests for the transfer of funds whether by regular mail, e mail, telephone or in person. A legitimate business or charity will allow you time to confirm their validity.

Contact: Provincial Constable David BIRD #10648
Phone: 613 267 2626 xt. 445

The Council of The Corporation of the Township of North Frontenac will be submitting a Cemetery By-law to the Registrar of the Cemeteries Act (Revised) for the Harlowe United Cemetery; St. Mark's Anglican Cemetery (Harlowe); Dempsey Cemetery; Cloyne Pioneer Cemetery; Plevna-Ardoch Community Cemetery; Ardoch United Cemetery; St. John's Anglican Cemetery (Ardoch); Grindstone Cemetery; Ompah Cemetery; Donaldson Cemetery; and Robertsville Cemetery.

Any interested parties may contact the Clerk, Jenny Duhamel by phone at 613-479-2231, Ext. 225 or by e-mail at clerkplanning@northfrontenac.ca for information or to make copies.

Note that the Cemetery By-law is subject to the approval of the Registrar, Cemeteries Act, (Revised).

Pending Cemetery By-law

New Planning Section

The 'OP/Zoning' and 'Severance/Minor Variance/Road Closing' pages have been organized into the new Planning section, available under the Residents heading.

New Footer

If you scroll to the bottom of any page of the website you will notice our new footer. This not only brings some asthetics to the ol' boring bottom of the page, and it is branded with the Township's slogan, but you will also notice a functional menu that serves as an improved and alternate method of browsing for mobile users and accessibility needs.

2011 News Archives

To maintain the News and Events page, all 2011 news posts have been archived. Past news archives are available through a sub-menu on the News and Events page.

See the Employment and Tenders page for more information.

KFL&A Public Health is issuing a cold weather health alert to area community partner agencies. According to Environment Canada, temperatures are expected to drop below –15°C later tonight until Monday, January 16, 2012. This advisory is in effect for Kingston, Frontenac and Lennox & Addington.

At –15°C, hypothermia becomes an increasing concern and when the wind chill reaches –35 or colder, exposed skin can freeze in as little as 10 minutes. Over exposure to cold temperatures can result in severe injury and even death.

KFL&A Public Health would like to remind community partner agencies and those that deal with vulnerable populations to continue to monitor Environment Canada weather forecasts, review the information below and take precautions against cold weather injuries.

More information on protective measures can be found on our website www.kflapublichealth.ca

Council Resolution #12-12

WHEREAS Canadians significantly help improve the quality of life in various communities around the world by their involvement as international development stakeholders, volunteers, and supporters;

AND WHEREAS throughout 2012, the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) will celebrate 25 years of mobilizing the expertise of Canadian municipalities to support local governance, democratic practices, and the provision of essential services in 43 developing countries, and counting;

AND WHEREAS since 1987, the Federation of Canadian Municipalities has been a valued partner, together with the Canadian International Development Agency and member municipalities, in strengthening the effectiveness and focus of Canada's international aid;

AND WHEREAS during the first full week of February each year, the Government of Canada celebrates Canada's contribution to international development and its commitment to improving the quality of life in various communities around the world;

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THE Council of The Corporation of the Township of North Frontenac does hereby proclaim the week of February 5-11, 2012, as "International Development Week" in the Township of North Frontenac;

AND THAT the Council recognizes the Federation of Canadian Municipality's contribution over the past 25 years as a Canadian and world leader in international municipal development and invites all citizens to become informed about international development, to show their solidarity with developing countries, and to continue to support Canadian municipalities' international community-building efforts;

AND THAT a copy of this Resolution shall be posted on the Township website; forwarded to FCM; Scott Reid, MP and Randy Hillier, MPP.

Carried

View Letter.

Welcome to Summer Company 2012

Create your dream job this summer and get up to $3,000 to run it.

This is an exciting opportunity for students, 15 to 29 (who will be returning to school) years old, who want to start and run their own summer business. With hands-on business coaching, training and mentoring, summer company helps turn ambitions students into entrepreneurs.

If you application is accepted, you'll be eligible to receive up to $1,500 to put towards start-up costs and up the $1,500 upon successful completion of the program. Space is limited, so apply today.

Visit The Ontario Canada Website for more information.

Summer Company is now accepting applications for 2012. Application are reviewed as they are received, but there are a limited number of awards.

APPLY NOW - DEADLINE MAY 7th, 2012

If you haven't already seen our interactive building records on the Building Data page, head on over and take a look.

The records have been updated to include 2011 building data. A static report will also be available after reviewed at the Jan 23rd, 2012, Council meeting.

"In accordance with section 382 (6) of the Municipal Act, 2001, the Treasurer has determined that it is not in the financial interests of the municipality to continue with the tax sale of the following property: 1042060020002040000 Con I PT Lots 2-3 RP 13R 19672 Part 2. and has cancelled the tax sale process, effective immediately.

Dated at Plevna, Ontario this 22nd day of December, 2011."

Angela Millar
Treasurer

See the Employment and Tenders page for more information.
*Posting is now closed.

The Community Directory listing has been improved for increased useability.

Let us know what you think about these, or any other changes, on the Feedback form in the top left.

This directory quite comprehensively includes businesses and resources available throughout North Frontenac and the immediate area.

If you would like to change or add your business information on this community directory, please contact Corey Klatt at recreation@northfrontenac.ca

(GREATER NAPANEE, LOYALIST, KALADAR) - Motor Vehicle Collisions

The Ontario Provincial Police would like to remind motorists of the hazardous road conditions, as temperatures drop, and snow falls.

The Napanee OPP has attended 68 motor vehicle collisions from December 15, 2011- January 1, 2012. Most of the collisions were due to road conditions. 8 minor injuries reported.

Give yourself additional time to your destination, keep a safe distance between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you and reduce your speed. Public safety and awareness are paramount to the OPP.

Drive safe, Arrive Alive!

KFL&A Public Health is issuing a cold weather health alert to area community partner agencies. According to Environment Canada, temperatures are expected to drop below –15°C today and Wednesday January 4, 2012. This advisory is in effect for the Kingston, Frontenac and Lennox & Addington areas.

At –15°C, hypothermia becomes an increasing concern and when the wind chill reaches –35 or colder, exposed skin can freeze in as little as 10 minutes. Over exposure to cold temperatures can result in severe injury and even death.

KFL&A Public Health would like to remind community partner agencies and those that deal with high risk populations to continue to monitor Environment Canada weather forecasts, review the information below and take precautions against cold weather injuries.

More information on protective measures can be found on our website www.kflapublichealth.ca

This WEEE Facts Sheet provides some important details about "What Happens To The Waste?"

This information will be included in the Waste and Recycling section of the website for future reference.

The OPP & OFSC released this update on Dec 23, 2011, describing the conditions of snowmobile trails throughout Ontario.

While the media released informed that the trails would be closed for the holidays, due to weather conditions, not much has changed, and this update should still be considered for the present and near future.