Lakeshore Waves Newsletter - April/May 2022

Help Plan the Future of Stoney Point Community Park

Lakeshore is seeking community member and park users’ input and ideas about the future of  Point Community Park and creation of a community hub.

Residents can submit their ideas via online survey and attend the upcoming Community Visioning Session to be hosted in late Spring.

For more information about the park, community hubs, and the process, please visit the engagement page at Lakeshore.ca/SPPark.

Water & Property Tax Payments

Property Tax Bills

• Interim property tax bills: final payment due on April 29.
• Final property tax bills: mailed in June, payments due July 29 and Oct. 31.

Water Bills

• Area 1 (east Belle River & east of Rochester Townline): due May 31, July 29, September 30, and November 30.
• Area 2 (West of Rochester Townline): April 29, June 30, August 31, October 31, December 22.

Lakeshore offers a number of convenient payment methods:

• In-person using cash, debit, or cheque (mail and drop box for cheques).
• Pre-authorized payment plans (PAP).
• Telephone or online through your bank.
• Online by credit card (subject to a 2.5% user fee).
• Directly through your mortgage company (for property taxes).

More at Lakeshore.ca/Payments

Water Meter Replacement Program Happening Now

The Municipality of Lakeshore is working with Neptune Technology Group to replace water meters throughout the community.

Affected properties will receive an introductory letter from Lakeshore and a follow-up communication from Neptune, including information about how to book an appointment for water meter replacement.

• Appointments will be flexible to fit residents’ availability.
• Appointments are expected to take 30 to 90 minutes to complete.
• New water meters will be installed at no cost.
• The water meter replacement program is mandatory in accordance with By-Law #97-2004.

For questions or concerns, please contact Lakeshore’s Water Management Division at 519-728-2488 ext 633.

To learn more about the program, including frequently asked questions, please visit
Lakeshore.ca/WaterMeterProgram

Stay Flood Award in 2022

Learn how you can prepare and protect your property from flooding

With warm weather and an increased chance of heavy rain, Lakeshore is putting the call out for residents to learn about the risk of flooding and what they can do to protect their homes and properties.

Property owners can take advantage of programs to:

• Conduct mini camera inspections to identify problems with your sanitary and storm sewers (One free inspection per property).
• Install backwater valves to protect your property from sanitary sewer surcharging (80% or up to $750 subsidy).
• Install sump pump overflows (release valves) to reduce risk of basement flooding (up to $225 subsidy).
• Disconnect your downspouts to redirect rainwater away from your home ($75 subsidy).

For more on Lakeshore’s flood response, including new investments made as part of the Flood Mitigation & Protection Framework, please visit Lakeshore.ca/Flooding

Planning a Spring Project? Lakeshore’s Building Division is here to help get your construction moving

Spring is here and it’s time to start planning your outdoor projects!

If you’re planning to build a swimming pool, fence, or deck, a permit application must be submitted prior to the start of construction.

Please note, swimming pools now require a grading plan when you submit your pool permit application.

To help get your project off the ground, Lakeshore’s Building Division provides the convenience of electronic permit applications.

Learn about the permitting process and access fillable forms at Lakeshore.ca/Permits

To submit your completed application, ask questions, or make an in-person appointment with the Building Division, please email Building@Lakeshore.ca or call 519-728-2818 ext 1.

Project Map Out Now: Find out what’s happening in your neighbourhood

The Municipality of Lakeshore launched a new online tool this year to help residents learn about upcoming capital project work happening in the community.

The map highlights the location of significant projects throughout Lakeshore as well as descriptions, budget information, and stage of the project.

Residents also have the option to search for projects happening in their own neighbourhood.

Check out the full project map below or online at Lakeshore.ca/ProjectMap

Marina & Parks Reopening

Spring has sprung and that means Lakeshore’s park facilities and Belle River Marina will be back in action!

Parks Opening Schedule

Lakeshore’s seasonal park amenities, such as washrooms and sports fields, will reopen to the public on Monday, May 2.

If you encounter a problem at a local park, please visit Lakeshore.ca/ReportAProblem

Belle River Marina

Belle River Marina reopens for the 2022 season on Saturday, April 30.

The marina ramp ($15 per launch) and the fuel/pump-out docks will be staffed daily from 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

To learn more about the marina, please visit 
Lakeshore.ca/Marina

Question and inquiries can be directed to:
Marina@Lakeshore.ca

Summer Camp & Recreation Programs

Registration for Lakeshore’s Summer Camps officially opens on Monday, April 11!

Day camps are available for kids 4-7 and 8-11 years old. Full week and daily registration options.

Activities include daily swimming, skating, crafts games, and field trips! Register for day camps and other recreation programs online at Lakeshore.ca/Camps

Questions?

Municipal staff are here to help!

Report a problem online, visit a community facility, connect with us online, or give us a call.

• Lakeshore.ca/Connect
• 519-728-2700
• 419 Notre Dame Street, Belle River, ON N0R 1A0
• Facebook
• Twitter
• LinkedIn