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President's Report

4/26/2014

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Hello, everyone!

It’s been a busy two months for RHA, attending many community events.

Late March, a delegation of RHA Directors and residents attended the City of Mississauga’s Planning and Development (P&D) Meeting to make a deputation on the proposal made by Beverly Homes for the lands at 1715 Audubon Blvd., requesting P&D make an amendment to the Mississauga Official Plan to change the Area Designation from Parkway Belt West to Residential Medium Density. In addition, they were asking to change the zoning for the land from Parkway Belt to allow 30 townhomes.

It was a long-awaited decision as our item on the Agenda did not go in front of the Committee until midnight. We had to wait, as the Committee listened to speakers discussing another development proposal on the Agenda for close to two hours! Residents from Audubon, Claypine Rise and surrounding Rockwood streets sat patiently in attendance. Both Councillor Fonseca and Ed Sajecki, Commissioner of Planning and Building for the City spoke to the City’s rezoning efforts to keep the lands zoned for Low Density Residential, Single Detached Dwellings.

RHA VP Joe Silva made a deputation to P&D Committee, and the good news is that the P&D Committee passed a motion that City Council should direct the City’s legal staff to defend the City’s
position of opposing the 30 Townhomes development as the proposal is set to be heard in April at the Ontario Municipal Board (OMB).

Early April, RHA VP Joe Silva spoke on behalf of residents regarding 1715 Audubon at the pre-hearing for the OMB. A hearing date has been set for January 12, 2015 for 10 business days. RHA will update you as soon as more information is available.

Recently TRCA (The Toronto and Region Conservation Authority) held a seminar at the Burnhamthorpe Library on “Greening Your Grounds” and how to landscape your property in an eco-friendly way. Great to see RHA Directors and residents attend this informative night.

We invite you to attend this year’s Annual General Meeting on Thursday, May 8. Come meet your local Councillor, hear from Peel Regional Police, get an update on the Bus Rapid Transit project behind Rockwood, and give your input to TRCA on environmental projects you want to see within the Burnhamthorpe SNAP (Sustainable Neighbourhood Retrofit Action Plan). Thanks to Class Productions for offering free tickets for a draw in their upcoming performances of “Goody Two Shoes” in May at the Maja Prentice Theatre. Please plan to attend-- you may just win!

I would like to thank our Board of Directors who have attended various meetings, run the organization, managed the newsletter, promoted RHA’s communications on the web and provided great insight and perspective into the issues we deal with affecting our Rockwood community. Your commitment to serving this volunteer organization is truly appreciated!

As always, we welcome your comments, questions and concerns. Reach us at rha.executive@gmail.com or through our Facebook and Twitter pages. 

~ Simi Kapur, Rockwood Homeowners' Association President


*Please note this article was originally published in the Summer 2014 edition of The Rockwood Times.
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President's report: Spring 2014 

3/4/2014

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Author: Simi Kapur
President, Rockwood Homeowners' Association

In what has been termed one of the coldest winters of the last few years, I wish you good health and positive spirits as we move on from a year of tumultuous weather with the expectant vision of spring flowers to come!

In November, RHA attended the meeting at the GTAA offices for CENAC (Community Environment and Noise Advisory Committee). NAV Canada made a presentation on their Airspace and Services Review focusing on safety in the airspace as well as improved tracking procedures for flights. In December 2013, GTAA launched WebTrak, an online tool that provides near-real time and historical flight data so residents can investigate aircraft operations from any computer with internet access. It’s accessible 24/7 and is now more convenient to register a noise complaint. Try it at www.torontopearson.com/webtrak All CENAC meetings are open to the public. Details of upcoming meetings are listed in the Calendar of Events, found on the back page.

In response to a Rockwood resident’s request earlier this year, for a 4-way stop at the intersection of Corkstone Glade/Rowntree Court and Fieldgate Drive, City of Mississauga’s Transportation and Works Department conducted a feasibility study on traffic volume in that area. In conclusion of the review, Transportation and Works Department did not recommend the installation of an all way stop at this intersection. Driver compliance in stopping, zero collision history in a three year period as well as the immediate signal lights located within 250m from the suggested intersection were some of the factors which resulted in the decision that a 4-way stop at that intersection was not warranted. The Traffic Safety Committee has been requested to provide information to parents of Sts. Martha and Mary School about using caution when crossing the street while walking children to school.

In the past 10 years, Mississauga has seen much of its available land developed. With building sites becoming scarce, developers are looking for infill and smaller tracts of land for development or expansion. Currently Rockwood is the target for several developments. Two years ago, a plan was approved for a new Condominium project at Rathburn and Boughbeeches. This year Forest Park has approached the City to develop a large project on its land at Ponytrail and Rathburn. Yet another development is potentially about to be reviewed at Audubon and Fieldgate. All of these proposed projects are for either apartment buildings or multiple family dwellings.

It is important to note that in order to move these projects forward, the developers need The City to approve changes to the zoning to either change current usage or the density or both. If the City is too slow to react, or the developer does not like the decision rendered by the City, they can appeal the decision to the OMB (Ontario Municipal Board).

Throughout the planning process, residents are given a voice to speak via the Ward Councillor, Community Public meetings, Planning and Development meetings, written submissions and continuous dialogue. In the absence of strong communication from the community and the City, developers will take their plan to OMB, and in the end will probably be successful in getting the OMB to approve the project, forcing the City to allow the project.

The RHA is committed to listening to the concerns of our community, and communicating their expectations to the relevant parties. To this end, at a scheduled Board Meeting last November, Lormel homes requested and was permitted to address the RHA Board with regards to their proposal at Forest Park. It was an opportunity to speak frankly with the developer without the passion or emotion sparked from open forum meetings. We believe that further face to face dialogue with all stakeholders should continue and welcome any opportunity to connect and converse in various issues in order to maintain the integrity or Rockwood Village as a premium community.

Remember to save the date for our next AGM! Last year’s venue was enjoyed by all in attendance so we’ve booked it again at the Knights of Columbus Hall, adjacent to Sts. Martha and Mary Church. As always, we welcome your comments, questions and concerns. Reach us at rha.executive@gmail.com or through our Facebook and Twitter pages.


~ Simi Kapur, Rockwood Homeowners' Association President

*Please note this article was originally published in the Spring 2014 edition of The Rockwood Times.
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Presidents Report: Winter 2013

12/2/2013

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Author: Simi Kapur
President, Rockwood Homeowners' Association


With the holidays just around the corner, we, on the RHA Board of Directors would like to express our gratitude for what we enjoy in our lives, and the great neighbourhood that we live in, Rockwood Village. This is also the time to help those in need and, in this regard, we’ve compiled a list of local charities that can benefit from your generosity. If you’re looking to give this year then please choose a charity from the list and contact them directly to make your donation.

Read inside about the latest developments on the proposed complex of 30 townhouses at 1715 Audubon Boulevard. The applicant is appealing the City’s decision on the Official Plan Amendment and the Rezoning Bylaw and is making its appeals to the OMB.

As this newsletter goes to print, City of Mississauga is in the 2014 Budget process. The budget process is open to the public. Details of the City’s Budget and future meeting dates can be found at mississauga.ca/budget.

I would like to thank our advertisers who make it possible to send out our newsletter. We are truly grateful for their support. I also thank our Board of Directors who volunteer their time and energy to the organization.We want to hear from you. If you would like to volunteer and get involved in your community, please contact us at rha.executive@gmail.com or through our Facebook and Twitter pages. I wish you a wonderful holiday season and a safe and Happy New Year!


~ Simi Kapur, Rockwood Homeowners' Association President

*Please note this article was originally published in the Winter 2013 edition of The Rockwood Times.
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Presidents Report: fall 2013

10/17/2013

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Author: Simi Kapur
President, Rockwood Homeowners' Association


Hello everyone!

This year’s AGM was well attended at our new location at Sts. Martha and Mary Church in the Knights of Columbus Hall. A big thanks to our volunteer Directors who helped organize the evening. I welcome the new Board of Directors who have been elected to serve another term for the RHA. These volunteers are the lifeblood of the organization.

With summer ended we head back into routines of work/school but this fall, we start right into community events. Read about the latest Public Meeting hosted by Councillor Fonseca on the revised development proposal by Forest Park Circle Inc.

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Our neighbours, Peel Regional Police, 12 Division held their first Open House in September, hosting a community fun day. Residents enjoyed a free BBQ and viewed displays of the Explosives Disposal Unit, Tactical Unit, Marine Unit and the Prisoner Escort Bus. A highlight was a tour of the holding cells where residents could have their pictures taken behind bars! Definitely an incentive to stay out of trouble!

Early September, RHA held a tree planting event at Shaver Trail, in conjunction with Toronto Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) and City of Mississauga. Despite the incessant rain, volunteers were all smiles as they worked hard to plant in as many shrubs as possible. Kudos to those who came out and got the job done. We’ll be planning tree planting events throughout the year and if you’re interested in attending or have an idea for a green community event, please send us an email. You may also find out more about the Burnhamthorpe Sustainable Neighbourhood Retrofit Action Plan (SNAP) on their website linked here.

RHA has embraced social media and you’ll find how to connect with us via Facebook and Twitter. If you have news that you would like to share with your community, send it to us via email or our social media pages. We’re always looking for pictures and articles to include in our pages and on our new website www.rockwoodvillage.ca.

~ Simi Kapur, Rockwood Homeowners' Association President

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President Report: Spring 2013

3/18/2013

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What a slew of events over the past few months!

Since our last newsletter, Council and the Mayor sped up the budget process and decided to pass the City’s 2013 Budget in mid December 2012, just two weeks after it was presented to the public at Budget Committee in November, despite MIRANET’s deputation asking them to hold off until early 2013, giving citizens enough time to digest the slew of incoming levies and tax increases. Value for money governance is always welcome but bulldozing it past taxpayers is not a way to engage citizens. For the complete text of the Deputation, click here. 

RHA is an active member of MIRANET (Mississauga Residents’ Association Network). Visit the MIRANET website at miranet.ca.

Most recently, RHA attended a Crime Prevention Meeting hosted by Councillor Fonseca with Peel Regional Police. Take some time to answer the questions in the cover article and see if you know your neighbours!

RHA is in touch with PDOC (Ponytrail Development Opposition Committee) and in an update to the Forest Park Circle development proposal, the developer has submitted revisions to the initial plans. These
revisions are not complete and city staff is still awaiting further materials. The following is a brief summary of changes:


• Continue to maintain the 2 existing apartment buildings;
• Construct a new 10 story apartment building containing 114 units – previously 16 stories and 156 units;
• Construct 4 new 4 story apartment buildings with 42, 40, 52 and 40 units (174 units) – previously 152 low rise apartment units in 4 buildings and 105 stacked townhouse units (have eliminated all townhouses from the proposal);
• Total new units 290 – previously 413 units
• Total FSI of 1.69 - previously proposed 2.0


For further information, visit their website.

We’re also excited to be a part of the Burnhamthorpe Sustainable Neighbourhood Retrofit Action Plan (SNAP). Thanks to TRCA and the City of Mississauga for including Rockwood Village in the SNAP and for their interest in engaging residents in future planned events. Please take the time to complete the survey at the back of this newsletter.

RHA’s Annual General Meeting will be held May 15 at a new location, Sts. Martha and Mary Church. Details to come in our next newsletter, coming out early May. This is your opportunity to have a voice in your community!

Thanks to all of our directors who are out attending meetings throughout the city. We’re working to stay informed and update you on relevant issues in Rockwood. Thanks to the many advertisers who support our mandate in keeping Rockwood Village a premier community.

~ Simi Kapur, Rockwood Homeowners' Association President
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Presidents Report: SUMMER 2012

5/14/2012

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Author: Simi Kapur, President, Rockwood Homeowners' Association

Welcome!

Spring has sprung and that means summer’s on its way! It’s great to see Rockwood residents out biking, walking, jogging, gardening and enjoying the outdoors.

If you look around, you’ll see that Rockwood has some of the larger green spaces in Mississauga. On the environment watch, Rockwood has been selected as the next SNAP (Sustainable Neighbourhood Retrofit Action Plan). In March, RHA attended the information session as one of the stakeholders. Find out how you can get involved in this project.

On the MIRANET watch, there’s an incredible selection of citizen engagement meetings around the city. Topics such as cell phone towers, crematoriums, transportation funding and the City’s draft Tree Protection By-law lead the discussions. Closer to home, RHA was part of the delegation from MIRANET manning the booth at Councillor Fonseca’s Town Hall, Residential West. For more information on public meetings, visit the MIRANET website at www.miranet.ca.

RHA will be holding our Annual General Meeting on Thursday, May 17. All residents are invited to attend. Come out and meet Councillor Chris Fonseca. Get updates on the ongoing progress of the BRT (Bus Rapid Transit) being built in Rockwood. Find out what’s happening about the vacant lands at Audubon Blvd. and Fieldgate Dr. that are now rezoned for low density-residential. City of Mississauga staff will be available to answer your questions. Also in attendance will be Robyn Connelly, GTAA Manager of Community Engagement. Bring your questions and comments!

RHA would like to give a big thanks to our members who support us. We are now accepting membership fees of $10 for the 2012-2013 year. Your membership fees help defray the cost of maintaining the website, newsletter production and, participate in local citizens’ councils.

Thanks to our Board and our resident volunteers who distributed the newsletter. We are ever grateful to all the volunteers who give their time and energy in making this community a great place to live.

We welcome your input and want to hear your ideas! Send your submissions to rha.executive@gmail.com See you all at the AGM!


~ Simi Kapur, Rockwood Homeowners' Association President
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President Report: Winter 2011

12/12/2011

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Author: Simi Kapur
President, Rockwood Homeowners' Association


The leaves are falling and we’re getting ready for the holiday season! Rockwood Village is a beautiful sight at this time of year. Just a reminder that Nov. 21 - Nov. 25 is the last week of curbside Vacuum Leaf Pickup. This program is jointly funded by the City of Mississauga and the Region of Peel.

Back in September, the Ontario Realty Corp. (ORC) presented a Notice of Application to the City’s Committee of Adjustment to put the parcel of lands located at Audubon Blvd. and Fieldgate Dr. up for sale. Neighbours from Audubon Blvd. attended the meeting to voice their concerns. Although the Notice was accepted, RHA will continue to work with the Councillor and will keep you updated on future public planning meetings.


RHA has received complaints related to noise from night construction and trucks parking overnight at Rockwood Mall. If you have been affected, please send the details to the board at rha.executive@gmail.com.

The last few months have seen a number of Citizen Engagement opportunities. Recently, RHA attended the City’s Communication Master Plan which is a ten year plan that will provide recommendations to Council on how best to support communications between the City and its citizens. As well, RHA has been actively involved with MIRANET, working on various subcommittees. For more information, visit www.miranet.ca

Take a look at the community calendar in this newsletter and attend an event! This is an opportunity to give your input into what’s happening around the city. We welcome your input and would love to hear from you! Contact rha.executive@gmail.com

On behalf of the RHA Board, I wish each of you and your loved ones a very happy and safe holiday!

~ Simi Kapur, Rockwood Homeowners' Association President
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President Report: Fall 2010

10/11/2010

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Author: Simi Kapur
President, Rockwood Homeowners' Association


With the summer break behind us, the RHA is back in action as we swing into fall and a new term. Our AGM was held in May 2010 at Sts. Martha and Mary school and was a considerable success. Mayor Hazel McCallion, Councillor Maja Prentice and Dorothy Tomiuk, MIRANET addressed the group and responded to questions from the floor. As the newly elected President, I would like to extend a warm thank you to our past President, Ved Parkash, and welcome our Executive and Directors to another term.

This year, our focus will include interactive community based events and activities to foster community spirit and provide an opportunity to meet our neighbours. RHA will be conducting fundraising activities to support the production and installation of gateway signs to entrances of the community. More to
follow!


As a member of the Mississauga Residents’ Association Network (MIRANET), we are fortunate to provide input into the City of Mississauga’s Strategic Plan, working with MIRANET on city wide issues affecting Mississauga residents including Rockwood Village.

With a municipal election coming up on October 25th, 2010, RHA will once again hold an All-Candidates Meeting to meet the candidates. 

On behalf of the RHA and our community, we would like to thank Councillor Maja Prentice 25 years of tireless service as our council representative. Your hard work and commitment has not gone unnoticed! We wish you health and happiness for the future.

As the only active Homeowners’ Association in Ward 3, we welcome your support and participation in the RHA. This is your community and we encourage each of you to find a topic, project or activity in the Rockwood community that you are passionate about and share it with us.

We are a team of volunteers, working on community initiatives in our spare time. We can only serve you better with your support. Join the RHA!

~ Simi Kapur, Rockwood Homeowners' Association President
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Presidents Report: Summer 2010

5/10/2010

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"Our vision of the future”
Author: Ved Parkash, President, Rockwood Homeowners' Association

Our quarterly newsletter is now in color and looks very attractive. Dale Biason and Simi Kapur deserve the credit for the successful launch of the new colored newsletter. We will appreciate your comments as to what you like and what you don’t, so that we may improve it for the future. Residents of Rockwood are encouraged to submit articles, events and news of interest for inclusion in the newsletter.

Mississauga’s Strategic Plan is composed as – Our Vision of the Future


“Mississauga will inspire the world as a dynamic and beautiful global city for creativity and innovation, with vibrant, safe and connected communities; where we celebrate the rich diversity of our cultures, our historic villages and the Credit River Valley. A place where people choose to be”. We are a member of MIRANET (Mississauga Ratepayers’ Association Network).

The City of Mississauga’s Strategic Plan has 28 strategic goals. MIRANET committee is currently working on making recommendations for prioritizing these goals. In April, the MIRANET committee selected the following six as the most critical/important to target first:


1. Build a reliable and convenient transit system – Move Pillar.
2. Support aging in place – Belong Pillar.
3. Develop walkable connected neighborhoods – Connect Pillar.
4. Create great public spaces – Connect Pillar.
5. Create partnerships for innovation– Prosper Pillar.
6. Lead and encourage environmentallyresponsible approaches – Green Pillar.


Join your RHA and provide input to make it more beneficial for residents of Rockwood and Mississauga. Send your comments, concerns and any suggestions for improvement via email to: rhaboard@your-mail.com*.

*Please note the Rockwood Homeowners' Association new email address is rha.executive@gmail.com
*Please note this article was originally published in the Summer 2010 edition of The Rockwood Times.
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Presidents report: Spring 2010

3/15/2010

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Making “Rockwood” a Better Place.....
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Author: Ved Parkash
President, Rockwood Homeowners' Association

The objectives of Rockwood Homeowners’ Association (RHA) are to make “Rockwood” a better place to live. Monthly meetings are held to identify the specific issues important to our community which generates positive action from and for our residents.

We encourage everyone to use this quarterly newsletter and our website to inform residents of any current events of interest.

We strongly opposed the proposal by the developer to add more buildings at 1315 Bough Beeches Boulevard. The status of this development is covered elsewhere in this newsletter.

RHA approached the city of Mississauga 4 years ago for clearing of snow windrows at the bottom of driveways as these are very difficult to clear; especially for seniors and women. The city was supportive, however, the program was not implemented because of the cost. This year, the city implemented the program on a small scale for seniors. Hopefully, this program will be available for everyone in the future at no cost as it is in the city of Vaughan. RHA is member of MIRANET (Mississauga Residents’ Association Network). MIRANET’s objectives are to work collectively in a positive and constructive manner with the city and other levels of government to promote the interests of Mississauga residents and contribute to the city’s success. At the MIRANET’s Annual General Meeting, Mayor McCallion commended MIRANET on its success in such a short time.

The City of Mississauga has developed the strategic plan, which is our vision for the future. The vision statement is supported by five Strategic Pillars for Change - developing a transit-oriented city; ensuring youth, older adults and new immigrants thrive; completing our neighborhoods; cultivating creative and innovative businesses and living green.

Send in your concerns and help achieve our accomplishments by working with us. Our monthly Executive Board meetings are held at Burnhamthorpe Community Centre and everyone is more than welcome!

~ Ved Parkash, Rockwood Homeowners' Association President


*Please note this article was originally published in the Spring 2010 edition of The Rockwood Times.

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