Portsmouth Villagers Community Association, Spring Meeting June 16, 2010

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Portsmouth Villagers Community Association

Spring Meeting, Wednesday June 16, 2010

7:00 PM in the Press Room at Portsmouth Olympic Harbour

Agenda


1) Sue Hendler Bequest to the Association

Jennifer Wilson, friend and executrix of the late Susan Hendler, will present information about Sue’s bequest which is to “assist the Association with planting and beautification in Portsmouth Village”.

2) Portsmouth Olympic Harbour (POH) Site Management

a) Relocation of the Coast Guard Station and Public Access to Anne Milina Point

b) Management issues involving POH as a community park

3) Wolfe Island Transportation Study

The Ontario Ministry of Transportation is reviewing options for dealing with current capacity problems facing the Wolfe Island Ferry. One option on the table involves a crossing that terminates in Portsmouth at the Psychiatric Hospital grounds. For more background see www.wolfeislandtransportationstudy.ca

4) Living with Student Housing in Portsmouth District

There is an increasing presence of St. Lawrence and Queens’ students in rental houses throughout Portsmouth District. What can be learned from the experience of residents in Sydenham District? Is there a place for a more proactive community role in Portsmouth District on this issue?

5) Repurposing of Harold Harvey Arena

What are the implications for the community arising from the termination of the Church Athletic League’s use of Harold Harvey Arena and its repurposing as a cultural centre to house the Domino Theatre and the Potters Guild?

6) Financial Report - Bob Brooks Treasurer

7) Limestone District School Board Report

Dave Jackson, Portsmouth and Trillium District Trustee to the LDSB will report on proposed redevelopment affecting Loyalist High School.

7) Constitutional Amendment

Article 1 Name of the Organization: Proposed that the name of the organization be changed to the Portsmouth District Residents Association

8) Annual Election of Executive

Volunteers are needed for executive positions and to work on committees/projects. If interested in working on community issues, contact the Association at pvca@sympatico.ca or speak with a member of the current executive.

9) Question and Answer Session with Councillor Gerretsen

Meeting Follow-up:

The PVCA confirmed the name change for the organization to the Portsmouth District Residents Association. Jim Cannon was re-elected as President of the association. It was noted that two candidates are expected to be nominated for the position of Portsmouth City Councillor in the upcoming municipal election. A full report from the meeting will be available at a later date.

[Lydia]

Well folks, as you know this October the residents in your district will be voting for Council officials; Mayor's position and a District Councilor's position.

As I am able to get information about all your candidates, I will be happy to post the information from their election material on this thread for you. I will only share information that I have given by candidates. Below's thread is information about one of your candidates looking to fill the councilor's position, Mark Gerresten, has done a wonderful service as the past councilor and I look forward to his Mayority race.

His shoes will be difficult to fill. However, what I know of Harold Hemburger, is this. This young man is very dedicated to servicing his district. He not only cares about his district but also the city as a whole. He wasn't afraid to be pleasant and welcoming to everyone who is running for council. He is a very caring family man. He is also very knowledgable about issues that present themselves at council, within our province, country and also what happens on the interenational scene. Therefore I wish him the best of luck in his endeavor

[Lydia]

Harold’s service to his district will include the following tasks

1: Listen to the concerns of the community and represent you at the council table.
2: Attract new business so that we can have more employ-ment opportunities as well as increase our local tax base.
3: Help insure that local Infra-structure issues within the Portsmouth District are main-tained or improved
4: Make fiscal responsibility a priority
5: Deal with your concerns by responding to your questions in a timely fashion.
6: Encourage more community involvement to reduce the need for outside consultants

My aim is to come in contact with every homeowner and renter in my district However, should I miss you during my visit, you can email me at harold@haroldhemberger.com or call me (613) 877-4540.

If you do have an internet Twitter account you may follow me by typing in haroldhemberger in your Twitter account.
For information on advance polls, poll locations, require a ride to polls or anything else that is related to the election, please visit my web site or call my phone number.
You may also want to visit The City of Kingston website at www.cityofkingston.com/election
The 2010 Election Office is open from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. week-days. It is located in the West Wing on the first floor of City Hall at 216 Ontario St.

The Assistant Returning Officer is John Bolognone, 613-546-4291 ext. 1610, and the Election Office Clerk is Charmaine Burrows, 613-546-4291 ext. 1611

City Issues

Economic Development—This is an issue that we have to take seriously. In this economy we have to welcome economic development more than we ever did before. This can range from attracting new business to attracting and keeping events that will bring in a positive economic benefit to our community.

Third Crossing— This is a project that I believe we should finally take action on. I believe that a third crossing would reduce traffic congestion on both sides of the Cataraqui River. This could decrease transit times across the river and also reduce emissions around the downtown area.. However, this is a project that must have a firm commitment from federal funding.

Downtown – A vibrant downtown is important to any community. I will work with the city to try and make parking easier , I also believe we need to make an effort to make downtown cleaner through using locking trash receptacles and recycling containers.
Control Taxes—Work with the city to have a sense of fiscal responsibility

Portsmouth Issues
Roads—Just like any district we have road conditions that need to be tended to. The most widely known problems are mainly in the village area as well as Queen Mary Rd. Parts of Mowat Ave are slated to be repaired this year.
Students—Work towards build-ing a positive relation between students and residents .
Suggestions that encourages growth, friendlier, healthier, and encouraging relationship between all residents in my district are welcomed