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🌅 Uber in Saugeen Shores?
Council encourages the province to take action on ridesharing and the latest on the aquatic centre.
Brett Chang
May 16, 2024
Good morning, Saugeen Shores!
With the Victoria Day long weekend on the horizon, we've packed this edition with plenty of local news to keep you informed while firing up the grill. From the latest twists on ride-sharing regs and the Aquatics Centre delays, to the high-stakes Sauble Beach appeal saga. Enjoy the long weekend and unofficial start to summer, everyone!
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Weekend Weather
🌡️ Today: High of 20C, Low 13C. Friday: High of 19, Low of 12C. Saturday: High of 21C, Low of 13C. Sunday: High of 21C, Low of 11C. See the 7-day forecast.
NEWS
Around the shore
🚗 Saugeen Shores Council endorsed a resolution asking the province to create standardized ride-sharing regulations, instead of municipally regulated. Council also wants staff to investigate how the town's regulations impact smaller ride-share startups, as the current patchwork of rules hinders companies' expansion into rural areas.
🏊♂️ The opening of Saugeen Shores' $50 million Aquatics & Wellness Centre has been delayed again, likely until October 2025. A progress report detailing the latest delay was pulled from a recent council meeting agenda for additional information. Issues like redesigning footings, coordinating steel requirements, and staffing needs contributed to the postponement.
🏖️ Ontario's appeal court will hear appeals from the Town of South Bruce Peninsula, Ontario, and Canada regarding a judge's decision recognizing that Saugeen First Nation owns most of Sauble Beach's north beach. The appeals seek clarification on issues like the reserve's eastern boundary and request the judgment be set aside.
🏡 In The Community
🥇 Vicki Tomori, a dedicated volunteer with the Marine Heritage Society in Saugeen Shores, received the June Callwood Outstanding Achievement Award for Voluntarism in Ontario for her exceptional commitment and contributions to the local community.
🚣♂️ Breast cancer survivors are invited to join a dragon boat paddling team in Saugeen Shores this summer. The team provides physical activity, social connections, and a supportive environment for survivors through the sport of dragon boating.
🎓 Bruce Power is offering $500 scholarships to 100 students from Bruce, Grey and Huron counties pursuing post-secondary education or trades. Applications are open until June 16th for the $50,000 in total scholarships.
🗓️ Things to do + Volunteer Opportunities
May 17: Port Elgin Dance Club. Royal Canadian Legion Branch 340, 630 Green Street, Port Elgin.
May 17: True or False: The Fun Science Exhibition. Bruce County Museum.
May 18: Hike for Hospice. Long Dock Pavilion 270 Front Street, Southampton.
May 19: Hello Summer Music Fest. The Plex.
May 20: Lions Club TV Bingo. 515 Goderich Street.
June 4: Sing Tonight. Southampton Golf and Country Club.
🏃♀️ VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY: The Rotary Huron Shore Run is on June 1st and they need volunteers! If you’re available to help for a great cause, you can sign-up here. All volunteers will receive a free Rotary Huron Shores Run t-shirt.
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👨💼 From The Mayor’s Desk
Mayor urges prioritizing fiber optics for Saugeen Shores future
Saugeen Shores Mayor Luke Charbonneau recently sent this letter to Michael Lindsay, President and Chief Executive Officer, Infrastructure Ontario
Dear Mr. Lindsay,
I have recently learned that, as part of the Accelerated High-Speed Internet Program (AHSIP), a large segment of our community is slated to be served with wireless infrastructure instead of fiber optics.
I am writing to express my strong support for prioritizing fiber optic infrastructure within the entire boundary area of the Town of Saugeen Shores.
As President and Chief Executive Officer of Infrastructure Ontario, your decisions significantly impact our community’s well-being, and I believe that opting for fiber optics is crucial for our residents’ future.
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🏠 Listing of the week
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That’s it! Thanks for reading the Scoop today!
— Brett