2018 TOC Newsletter

2018/19
Community
Updates
A Message From
our Mayor
Frazer Russell
It is my great pleasure, on behalf of my fellow councilors and our wonderful
staff, to extend Christmas Greetings to all the residents of Clarenville. It is indeed
appropriate during this festive season to take time to reflect on all our
blessings. The citizens of Clarenville should be very thankful for the town that
they have built. It is a community we can be proud of and a place where we can
truly enjoy our families, friends and neighbours.
As we celebrate this holiday season, I hope that you will find time to spend with
your family and friends. I remind you to remember the needy, the sick, the elderly,
those in hospital, and those who live alone. I believe that the greatest gift
we can exchange this season and in the coming year is to assist and serve one
another. Love and giving are hallmarks of this most wonderful time of the year!
At this time I want to reflect briefly on the past year, and shed some light on
what we can expect in the coming year. With the installation of the new playground
equipment that has finally arrived, the Elizabeth Swan Park is in the
final stages of completion. That project, with the new splash pad, has exceeded
our expectations, and we appreciate your rave reviews and your kind compliments.
This park is truly a fitting tribute to Elizabeth Swan, a pioneer sports
builder in Clarenville.
In March, for safety reasons, your Council was forced to reduce the traffic
to one lane on the Shoal Harbour Causeway bridge. We are still exploring
engineering and funding solutions to that problem. There is no inexpensive
answer, and any solution will require provincial and federal government assistance,
as the bridge is part of the old Cabot Highway.
The traffic lights installed on Shoal Harbour Drive near Scotia Bank have finally
addressed traffic issues in that area. Some work remains to be done with the
traffic lane re-alignment, and traffic engineer recommendations will soon be
considered by Council.
With Gas Tax money and our annual budgeted Road Improvement Fund, we
have been able to recap a large portion of Memorial Drive, Manitoba Drive
and Shoal Harbour Drive which are the major thoroughfares in our town.
These streets carry the bulk of our traffic and must be regularly maintained.
I am pleased that by using our own funds and staff, Baggs Place has been completed.
New water and sewer, storm drainage, curb and pavement have made
that area a beautiful cul-de-sac. Thank you to the residents for your patience
during the long periods of inconvenience. Likewise, Taverner Place has received
a major overhaul with new services provided to that street.
It was heartwarming to see such a large turnout at our War Memorial on November
11th. This was a special occasion, as it marked the 100th anniversary
of the ending of World War I. It was a very fitting show of respect for those
who fought for, and in many cases gave their lives for, the freedom we enjoy
today.
Engineering work is now underway, and Council should be able to call tenders
for work on Cormack Drive and Prince Street early in 2019. This work, which
is long overdue, will bring major improvements in that part of town.
As stated many times before, we have outgrown our present fire hall. Our fire
department requires a more modern facility to carry on the excellent services
which they continually provide to our residents. In that regard, we have now
moved to the detailed design stages of a new facility to be located across from
Kent on O’Mahony Drive. The Town of Clarenville takes great pride in the appearance
of its facilities as civic assets. To that end, we have given thoughtful
consideration to the proposed architecture of this new building in the design
process. Assuming we are able to obtain tender prices in the range of the
town’s affordability, construction could begin by mid-summer 2019.
To conclude, from my family, your Council and our dedicated Town Staff, we
wish you and your family all the love and blessings of the season. We look
forward to working together to accomplish even more in 2019 as we strive
diligently to make Clarenville an even better town.
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
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udget 2019
Over the past several weeks, Council and senior
staff have been working diligently on the
2019 Town of Clarenville Budget. Concerns
and suggestions taken from the pre-budget
consultations and the community as a whole,
have been taken into consideration as part of
this challenging process. The final 2019 Budget
will be presented by Councillor Paul Tilley,
Chair of Finance, on December 18th at 4:30pm.
Town of Clarenville Community Updates - 2018/2019
Public Works update
2018 was a busy year for the Town of Clarenville’s Public Works Department as works were completed
on Baggs Place, Balbo Drive, Manitoba Drive, Memorial Drive and Taverner Place. The
combined investment to the Town’s infrastructure upgrades was approximately $2,100,000.00
and equates to:
• 1,050m of new watermain/sewers
• 5.21 lane km’s of new road asphalt
• 1,600m of new concrete curb
• 700m of new concrete sidewalk
snow clearing
Reminder to residents that vehicles are not permitted
to be parked on the roadway during the
winter season as they may hinder or impede the
ploughing and/or removal of snow or ice from
the streets. All such vehicles are subject to towing
and/or ticketing by the RCMP. Also, residents
and businesses removing snow from their property
must do so such that it does not impede
traffic or neighbouring properties. The Town of
Clarenville wishes to thank residents for their
attention and cooperation to this matter.
garbage collection
HOLIDAY SCHEDULE:
Monday, Dec 24th - Clarenville
Tuesday, Dec 25th - No Pick Up
Wednesday, Dec 26th - No Pick Up
Thursday, Dec 27th - Shoal Harbour
Monday, Dec 31st - Clarenville
Tuesday, Jan 1st - No Pick Up
Currently we are in the process of finalizing the work plan for 2019. Once this has been finalized,
look on the Town’s website for further details.
promoting a Healthy Town
Recreation and healthy living are key to a healthy and
prosperous community. The Town of Clarenville is committed
to community wellness. This year, not only have
we continued to invest in our recreation facilities, we
have adopted a healthy eating policy in Town facilities,
and we have also committed resources towards improved
mental health.
Councillor John Pickett is chairing the Town’s health and
wellness initiative and that involves working with health
professionals, members of the community and community
wellness groups in developing and supporting efforts
to help make our town a leader in health and wellness.
improving communications
Town Office
HOLIDAY HOURS:
Monday, Dec 24th - Closed
Tuesday, Dec 25th - Closed
Wednesday, Dec 26th - Closed
Monday, Dec 31st - Closed
Tuesday, Jan 1st - Closed
The Town has committed to improving communications. Towards this end, in 2018, Council committed
to build a new website and broadcast all public meetings of Council using Facebook Live.
In early 2019 the Town of Clarenville will roll out its new website. (www.clarenville.ca) This site
will feature an easy-to-use interface that will work on any device.
Through the Town’s Offical Facebook Page, you can watch and interact with the biweekly public
meetings of Council. An added feature is that all of these live meetings are archived for later
viewing, any time and from any place. The response to these broadcasts has been outstanding -
with an average of over 500 views per broadcast. Tune in and participate!

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2018 highlights
fire department update
On the weekend of September 28th to October 1st hundreds of firefighters from across the province
decended on Clarenville for the Newfoundland and Labrador Association of Fire Services annual
convention. Hosted by the Clarenville Fire Department, the convention included seminars,
demonstrations, a trade show, banquet and memorial service. The event was a great opportunity
for discussion and learning.
Elizabeth Swan Park/Splash-pad
CONGRATULATIONS to the members of the Clarenville Volunteer Fire Department! They have
been named the 2018 Muscular Dystrophy Canada - Newfoundland & Labrador Fire Department
of the Year!
With the Christmas season upon us the Clarenville Fire Department reminds everyone to avoid
overloading electrical outlets and power bars. Follow the instruction on your electrical lights and
decorations and use only CSA (Canadian Standards Association) approved lights. Overloading
electrical circuits can cause fire. The entire Clarenville Fire Department would like to wish the
residents of Clarenville a Happy Christmas and Joyous New Year and all look forward to serving
the community in 2019.
Shoal Harbour Causeway Bridge
Elizabeth Swan Park
For over 30 years, Elizabeth Swan Park has served as the heart of many of our community events.
Over the past 5 years, the Town has put a concerted effort into upgrading and modernizing Elizabeth
Swan Park. A combined investment in excess of $2 million has allowed the construction
of a new chalet, splash pad, playground, cook house, paved parking lot, concrete walkways and
an upgraded concert venue. The grounds have been completely redone with trees, grass and a
half-kilometer fully accessible paved walking track. In spring 2019, the playground will be completed
and the Town will host the Grand Opening ceremony on Canada Day 2019. We look forward
to seeing you at the Park!
Provincial Fire Conference
Clarenville Days 2018
white hills resort 2019
It’s that time of year again!! White Hills Resort season
passes are now available online! Purchase your 2019
Season Pass online up to 25% OFF the regular season
rate PLUS check out our NEW PERKS Program exclusive
to season pass holders!
Introducing SNOW CARD. Your Snow Card comes
pre-loaded with:
• 3 Full-Day Lift Passes
• 1 Xcountry Ski Pass
• 1 Snowshoe Pass
• 2 – 50% off any entrée
ONLY $119.99
Purchase Now at the resort or online at: www.whitehillsresort.com
Cross Country Ski Passes are available at: www.clarenvillenordicskiclub.com
New Farmers Market Building
Guy Fawkes Night
Council Meetings Live Broadcast

Town of Clarenville Community Updates - 2018/19
www.clarenville.net
50 Years of the bare mountain star
Bare Mountain is one of the prominent features of the Clarenville’s skyline. It towers
some 156 meters above Clarenville’s harbour. You can reach the peak of Bare
Mountain relatively easily along the Bare Mountain hiking trail that can be accessed
at numerous points in the town. At the top, you can overlook most of the town, Random
Island and Smith Sound as it leads into Trinity Bay.
Beyond Clarenville residents, people are familiar with Bare Mountain because of the
prominence of the large star that sits at its top. Each Christmas season the star is
lit - making it visible from the Highway many kilometers beyond Clarenville’s boundaries.
The Bare Mountain Star was a 1967 Centennial project of the Town of Clarenville.
The original Centennial Star was designed, welded, wired and assembled by students
and faculty in drafting, carpentry, electrical, welding and pipefitting programs
at Clarenville campus of what is now College of the North Atlantic .
That original star stood as a treasured Town feature for almost 30 years. After it was
destroyed in a windstorm, the Town had a larger new star constructed to replace
the original. Today the Bare Mountain Star stands as a symbol for the Town and a
beacon at Christmas.
Upcoming events
Eastlink Event Centre Theatre:
Feb 20-22 - Revue 2018
Mar. 11 - All Revved Up - A Tribute to Meat Loaf
Mar. 15 - The Masterless Men
Mar. 24 - Apr. 4 - Clarenville Rotary Music Festival
Apr. 2-3 - Regional Theatre Arts Festival
Apr. 19 - Shaun Majumder’s Hate Tour
June 21 - Buddy Waisename & the Other Fellers
Eastlink Events Centre Arena:
Jan. 5 - Caribous vs. Northeast
Jan. 6 - Caribous vs. Northeast
Jan. 12 - Caribous vs. Caps
Jan. 13 - Caribous vs. Caps
Jan. 19 - Caribous vs. Southern Shore
Jan. 20 - Caribous vs. Southern Shore
Jan 26 - Figure Skating Provincials
Feb 1-2 - Log-a-Load Charity Tournament
Feb. 16 - Caribous vs. CBs
Mar. 22-24 - Star Challenge - Skate NL
Apr. 4-7 Female AAA Bantam Atlantic Hockey
Apr. 12 - Flying Blades Ice Show
PUBLIC SKATING SCHEDULE
Wednesday 9:00am - Free Senior Skating
Wednesday 10:00 am - Free Parent N’ Tot Skating
Friday - 7:40pm - 8:45pm - Family Skating ($4 Admission)
Friday - 8:45pm - 9:40pm - General Skating ($4 Admission)
Sunday - 4:30pm - Family Skating ($4 Admission)
Get the latest event info at 709-466-4105 or eastlinkeventscentre.com
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