The city’s publication for its residents January-February 2015

The city’s publication for its residents September-October 2014

Mother and daughter share a book in front of “FLUX,’ the new public art piece at the recently renovated Kitchener Library Central Branch

Inside thisissue of the

KitchenerCitizen…

Your Kitchener is published every other month to keep citizens informed on local issues and events. Questions or comments can be directed to 519-741-2345 x7383 or communications@kitchener.ca. The City of Kitchener is committed to providing accessible formats. If another format would work better for you, please contact the number above.

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Family Day funIn the depths of winter, in that

long period of time between New Year’s Day and Easter, we all need a day to take a rest. And that’s what Family Day is for. Celebrate with your family on Monday, Feb. 16.

Kitchener’s community centres, pools and arenas are doing the day up right with some free fun. Everything from family movies to swimming and crafts and skating. Registration is required for the activities at Doon Pioneer Park, Mill-Courtland and Williamsburg community centres.

Find out what’s going on in your neighbourhood on Feb. 16. For a full listing of Family Day events, check out www.kitchener.ca/familyday. n

Supporting kids for successFor a parent, sending your child off

to day camp the first time can be anxiety-provoking. If your child has a disability, anxiety can go through the roof, for both parent and child.

Susan Lott knows that feeling well. Her son, Evan, 14, has Down Syndrome, gets anxious in groups and new situations. Thankfully, he was supported by Every Kid Counts for many years at Breithaupt summer camps and last year at a camp for teens with disabilities.

“I probably have the only child with Down Syndrome who’s shy,” she says. “The city does a really great job of hiring the inclusion workers. They always seemed like they were keen to work with our kids, and there was a good effort to pair the worker with the child. The workers asked a lot of questions and they really listened to parents.”

Every Kid Counts provides support staff to help children and youth with disabilities at municipal summer camps in the City of Kitchener and City of Waterloo.

The support staff is provided free of charge to the family. Funds are raised from local businesses to “help send a

kid to camp” and city staff also apply for grants and wage subsidy programs to fund Every Kid Counts.

“If we had to pay a worker to go with my son to camp for a full day, the cost would be prohibitive,” says Lott. “I don’t know many families who could afford the cost of the camp and the cost of a worker.”

A real plus for her, and for Evan, is that the camps are inclusive, so Evan participates with typically developing children who are the same age.

In 2013, children and youth with disabilities enjoyed more than 6,760 hours of summer recreation fun because of the support the Every Kid Counts program provides.

Nearly 170 weeks of support by 25 inclusion staff were provided to children and youth with disabilities.

For information on donating to the program, please go to www.kitchener.ca/everykidcounts. n

CITY SOLITUDE — You don’t have to go far to find lush trees towering overhead, the scent of evergreen lingering in the crisp winter air and the snow crunching beneath your feet -- just find a city trail. Kitchener has more than 208 kilometres of community trails. Find out more about Kitchener’s trails at www.kitchener.ca, search word “trails.”

It’s the time of year when many households think about budgeting and the year ahead, and the City of

Kitchener is no different.

Staff at the city have, in fact, been planning 2015’s budget for months now, and council will be considering a number of items during budget deliberations, guided by consultation with the public.

The city’s budget has two primary streams:

• operating (funded primarily through property taxes and user fees; used to operate city facilities and provide municipal services and programs to residents)

• capital (funded through property taxes, user fees, development charges, debt and reserves; used to either build or rehabilitate assets that will last for more than one year).

The operating budget was presented to council on Jan. 5, and the capital budget on Jan. 12. Both budgets will be approved on Feb. 23.

OperatingThe proposed tax rate increase for 2015 is 2.25 per cent, slightly lower than the rate of inflation in Ontario; however, it maintains existing service levels, something Kitchener citizens responding

to a community survey conducted by Environics in 2013 clearly preferred.

“Kitchener has one of the lowest tax burdens of all large municipalities in Ontario, so Kitchener citizens are paying less tax than if they owned the same property in most other Ontario cities,” said Ryan Hagey, director of financial planning.

Eight different strategic initiatives are

proposed in the 2015 budget.

These would result in enhanced service levels for certain services and could be funded by additional assessment growth revenue, meaning there would be no further increase to property taxes.

The proposed increase for water and sanitary rates is 9.9 per cent, which is above the rate of inflation, but required in order to sustain

these essential services.

By the numbers

Working towards an accessible cityThe City of Kitchener is committed to providing accessible customer service for people with disabilities. Our goal is to remove barriers and provide accessible facilities, services and support whenever possible.

Should you, or someone you know, require an accessible document, or require support to take part in a city meeting or event, you can make a request by contacting our corporate contact centre at 519-741-2345. A customer service representative will connect you with the appropriate division to support your request.

City staff are committed to helping provide you with the information you need. As requests for support vary from person to person, our staff will work with you to get you the information the way you need it.

Should you want to learn more about support or inclusion services available to you please call us at 519-741-2200 x7225 or TTY 1-866-969-9994. n

Public input session is Feb. 2.

Final approval will be Feb. 23.

Winter wildlife tracking Learn to recognize some of the common winter animal tracks and enjoy a leisurely hike through the forests and fields of the Huron Natural Area on Sunday, Jan. 18, 10 a.m. and Wednesday, Jan. 21, 10 a.m., at Huron Natural Area. Meet at the picnic shelter near the main entrance. Dress appropriately for the outdoor hike. Free; all ages welcome! Note: Washroom facilities will not be available.

City now hiring for summer positionsThere are more than 150 positions in youth services, summer camps, inclusion services and sports instruction, full and part-time summer employment, for motivated, energetic youth.

Apply now for positions with the City of Kitchener’s community services department. Position descriptions and applications deadlines are online at www.kitchener.ca/hiringnow. For more information, phone 519-741-2225 and TTY 1-866-969-9995.

Kitchener Market cooks!There’s always something fun happening at the Kitchener Market. Cooking classes take place Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30 p.m., unless otherwise indicated:

• Tasty Thai: Jan. 14

• Wine and art: Jan. 20 and Feb. 17

• Veggie delight: Jan. 21

• Perfect pizza: Jan. 28

• Summer in Spain: Feb. 4

• Sushi and Japanese appetizers: Feb. 11

• Kitchener Mardi Gras: Feb. 18

• Hawaiian cocktails and tapas: Feb. 25

For details, visit www.kitchenermarket.ca/events.

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“A number of factors are putting pressure on these rates, including decreased water consumption, rate increases at the regional level well beyond the rate of inflation, and increased costs to maintain and replace aging infrastructure,” said Hagey. “Without a significant rate increase in 2015, these utilities will be in deficit.”

CapitalThe proposed capital budget is balanced, which means there is enough funding in every year to fund all of the projects budgeted for that year. Nearly 51 per cent of the funding for the capital budget is provided by the city’s enterprises, which includes parking, golf, building, water, sanitary sewer, storm sewer and natural gas.

Each of these businesses is self-funding through user rates, instead of being funded by property taxes.

The other significant funding sources are development charges (17 per cent), the tax-supported capital pool (17 per cent), and reserves (14 per cent).

The proposed capital budget provides for more community investment and addresses priorities identified through Compass Kitchener’s Your Kitchener Your Say campaign, as well as through strategic sessions with council.

Examples include moving the development of the South Kitchener District Park ahead, replacing the floors at the Kinsmen and Kiwanis arenas, improving maintenance of the city’s urban forest, and implementing customer relationship management software.

The proposed capital budget also reduces the city’s debt, which reached its peak in 2013, but is planned to decrease for the next 10 years. This is because some of the city’s debt is maturing, but is not being replaced by new debt.

How to get involvedResidents can engage online at www.kitchener.ca/budget2015, on Twitter @CityKitchener or on the city’s Facebook page, or provide input during a budget meeting in council chambers on Feb. 2. n

Jeremy Dueck was eight when he started playing basketball, and a trip to The Aud with his team

became more than an experience.

It became a favourite memory.

Dueck, who is supervisor of sales and business development for The Aud and Arenas, remembers his entire basketball team went to see the Harlem Globetrotters, and sat a few rows from the court.

“It was my first time attending an event at The Aud,” he said. “During the game, one of the Harlem Globetrotters players came into the stands and approached the team. The Globetrotter player looked up and down the row — and pointed at me! He grabbed my hand, walked me down the steps, and brought me onto the court. After he dropped me off with his teammates on the floor, he went back in the stands, sat in my seat — and put his arm around my dad.”

Back on the court, the Globetrotters

huddled around him and outfitted him in an official Globetrotters jersey, headband and wristbands. They placed a basketball in his hand and walked him to the foul line.

“The player with the microphone said, ‘You have three chances to make a basket from the foul line.’ I missed the first shot; missed the second shot, but made the foul shot on the third attempt,” said Dueck. “What happened after that is a bit of a blur, but I remember sleeping in the jersey, headband and wristbands, and wearing the outfit to school the next day.”

Have you experienced the Globetrotters with your family? Maybe your family attended the Harlem Globetrotters with family members from three generations,

or maybe you proposed during a Harlem Globetrotters game.

The Globetrotters will be creating new family memories at The Aud on Thursday, Feb. 12 at 7 p.m. If you have a story about the Globetrotters, or a memory about their shows, email your stories to info@theaud.ca.

We’ll post your story on The Aud’s Harlem Globetrotters webpage and share it via social media! By sharing your story, you will have a chance to win a family pack of four tickets to attend the Globetrotters show on Feb. 12! For more information

please visit www.theaud.ca/family

Tickets can be purchased in person at The Aud or Centre In The Square box office, via telephone (1-800-265-8977) or online at www.theaud.ca n

Scoring memories

“I remember sleeping in the jersey,

headband and wristbands,

and wearing the outfit to school next

day.”

Cash prizes for youth in video contest

Know someone

aged 12-25 who is a videographer or filmmaker?

The City of Kitchener and Kitchener Public Library

have an exciting new opportunity for youth to showcase their work in the community, and to win cash awards.

The winning short original videos will be showcased on Saturday, May 9 in the theatre at Central Library, plus up to 10 honourable mentions will be chosen. There are cash awards in each of two age categories:

• 12-17 years (three awards, $200 each)

• 18-25 years (three awards, $300 each)

The deadline for entries is March 31. For details and guidelines for entry, visit www.kitchener.ca/youthvideocomp n

City of Kitchener announces a special opportunity for youth (12-25)Showcase your short original videos (no audio) for public outdoor digital display on city hall There are cash awards available in two age categories: • 12-17 years (3 awards, $200 each) In this age category, the winning student’s school will also receive $100 in media supplies

• 18-25 years (3 awards, $300 each) PLUS: Up to 10 honourable mentions will be selected

Deadline: March 31, 2015Fill out an application and include the url where your video is located (YouTube, Vimeo, etc):

www.kitchener.ca/youthvideocompwww.facebook.com/cityofkitchener/events

City of Kitchener announces a special opportunity for youth (12-25)Showcase your short original videos (no audio) for public outdoor digital display on city hall There are cash awards available in two age categories: • 12-17 years (3 awards, $200 each) In this age category, the winning student’s school will also receive $100 in media supplies

• 18-25 years (3 awards, $300 each) PLUS: Up to 10 honourable mentions will be selected

Deadline: March 31, 2015Fill out an application and include the url where your video is located (YouTube, Vimeo, etc):

www.kitchener.ca/youthvideocompwww.facebook.com/cityofkitchener/events

Budget 2015

LOOK HERE for important information on how the City of Kitchener in co-operation with their residents, can keep all roads and sidewalks as safe as possible this winter!

ALL RESIDENTS NEED YOUR COOPERATION, BUT ESPECIALLY: • Seniors • People using assistive devices (crutches, canes, walkers,

wheelchairs or scooters) • People with baby carriages or strollers • People moving heavy or bulky object • People with disabilitiesIf you are unable to clear your sidewalks due to health or mobility restrictions, there are several local agencies that offer help. Fees and eligibility requirements may apply, so call for details: • Community Support Connections/Meals and Wheels and More -

519-772-8787 • Working Centre - 519-513-9225 • House of Friendship - 519-742-8327

THE CITY OF KITCHENER IS RESPONSIBLE FOR SNOW REMOVAL ON: • public roadways • sidewalks around City facilities • crosswalksAs a resident of Kitchener you are required by law to clear the snow and ice from the sidewalks at the front and side of your home or business within 24 hours after the end of a snowfall. Although it’s the law, it’s also the neighbourly thing to do. You can be sure other residents will appreciate your efforts. To report unshoveled sidewalks (reports cannot be made until 24 hours after the end of a snowfall) in Kitchener, please call 519-741-2345.

Once again, this winter we need your HELP! Thousands of residents living in our communities have mobility restrictions that are further impacted during the winter months. Many residents who use wheelchairs, walkers, canes or strollers find the going gets even tougher when it snows. Snow or ice-covered sidewalks can be treacherous for all residents, especially those who already have mobility restrictions. This can force pedestrians to the roadways where their safety is compromised due to traffic. It can also result in dangerous falls.

Help keep our roads as safe as possible this winter. The City of Kitchener is asking for your cooperation with the following:

• Don’t park on the street during a snowstorm.• Keep snow away from fire hydrants.• Remind children not to climb or play

on snowbanks or to dig forts, as it is dangerous.

• Drive smart – give yourself extra time and distance.

• Respect the blue light - when sharing the road with plows always have your headlights on and give the plow plenty of room. Oncoming vehicles should stay to the right.

• Remember, passing a snow plow on the right side is dangerous as the operator may not be able to see you.

Additional SNOW-HOW

The City of Kitchener is responsible for winter road maintenance including plowing, sanding and salting. All roads are classified as per traffic volumes according to Provincial criteria and the City must achieve quality standards that are consistent across the province. Staff act as soon as a snow event/storm begins. There are a number of factors including temperature, future forecasts and precipitation that determine how and when plowing, salting or sanding should take place.

The following is a guide to the level of service you may expect.

Snow Plowing PrioritiesEach snow plow is assigned a designated area of the city and clearing is carried out on the basis of the following priorities.

1) Major Arterial Roads2) Major Collector Roads and Bus Routes3) Local Residential Streets

WHEN YOU SHOVEL:• Shovel as soon as possible after a snow fall

• Use a proper sized shovel

• Do not shovel snow onto the road

• Keep snow piles low so as not to obstruct the visibility of pedestrians and drivers

• Carefully use safety salt only as necessary and/or sand on the ice

• Snow/ice must be cleared 24 hours after the end of a snowfall

• If you are going away during the winter months, please arrange for your sidewalks to be cleared

• If you suffer heart or other medical problems, do not attempt to shovel snow

• If you are unable to clear your sidewalks due to health or mobility restrictions, ask for help or refer to the snow removal services

• Wherever possible, help your neighbour!

Snow Shoveling TIPS & TRICKS

How will streets be PLOWED?

Why should I shovel my SIDEWALK?Snow and ice covered sidewalks pose a great danger to pedestrians, especially seniors and those who have mobility restrictions.

Kitchener city bylaws require that your sidewalks be clear of snow and ice within 24 hours of a snow fall. Not clearing your sidewalks can result in city crews clearing them for you. Residents are then required to reimburse the city for the cost of the service. Depending on the size of your lot, this will cost you $300-$500. If you cannot clear your sidewalks because of health or mobility restrictions, there are several local agencies that can help.

TO REPORT UNSHOVELLED SIDEWALKS IN KITCHENER (wait 24 hours from end of snowfall) - 519-741-2345

Roads cannot be properly plowed when they are blocked by parked cars. As such:

IN KITCHENER There is NO OVERNIGHT PARKING on City of Kitchener streets between December 1 and March 31, each winter*. Additionally, under the City of Kitchener’s Tag and Tow Bylaw, Parking is prohibited on all streets at any time when a SNOW EVENT is declared until such time as the SNOW EVENT is cancelled. Vehicles parked on the street will be ticketed and may be towed if necessary. The amount of a ticket for parking on-street during a SNOW EVENT is $80.

* To receive notices when SNOW EVENTS are declared visit www.kitchener.ca/tagandtow and subscribe.

What about PARKING?

For more INFORMATION:www.kitchener.ca

519-741-2345(TTY) 1-866-969-9994

CURB THESALTThe Region of Waterloo is committed to protecting our water. We are working to reduce salt use on roads and on properties through innovative solutions and partnerships.

Wear winter boots.Wear a pair of winter boots with good tread to keep you safe and warm. We can’t always expect bare pavement.

Use salt wisely.Only use salt on icy areas and give it time to work. A little goes a long way and salt doesn’t work when it’s colder than -10°C.

Shovel sooner than later.Clear the white stuff as soon as you can so a snowy sidewalk doesn’t become an icy one. Instead of salt, let the sun do the melting for you.

Use salt alternatives.Use alternatives like sand or non-clumping kitty litter to create traction instead of salt.

Salt impacts our water.

We all have a role to play.

Here’s what YOU can do...

For more ideas contact: Region of Waterloo, Water ServicesTelephone: 519-575-4400 TTY: 519-575-4608 Email: curbthesalt@regionofwaterloo.ca Website: www.regionofwaterloo.ca/curbthesalt

TRANSPORTATIONThe charge for bringing natural gas to the Ontario border.

COMMODITY The charge for the natural

gas commodity, fuel

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We’re all aware of the damage that freezing rain, snow and ice build-upcan cause. Monitor snow and ice build-up on or around your gas meterand exhaust vents.

Keep snow and ice clear from the gas meter and exhaust vents. This will allow aconsistent flow of natural gas to the appliances, ensure proper venting of yourfuel-burning appliances and lower the risk of natural gas build-up in your home.

If there is a fire hydrant near your home, make sure the hydrant is clear and accessiblein case there is an emergency.

• USE a broom or a car brush to remove snow from your exhaust vents and gas meter.

• KEEP all your vents and meter clear.

• MAINTAIN a clear path to your meters.

• NEVER kick your vents, meter or piping to clear snow or ice build-up.

• AVOID damaging your vents or meter with a shovel, plow or a snowblower. If a fire

hydrant is located close by, avoid piling snow on top and keep clear for visibility purposes.

• PLEASE remove icicles from your overhead eavestrough and watch for build-up of

freezing rain or water dripping onto your meter. If there is an extremely large build-up on the

meter, do not chip it off, call us as there is no charge for ice removal.

Got a problem? Suspect a problem? Please call us immediately at 519-741-2529 and select option #3. Have a worry free winter!

Gas Emergencies 519-741-2541Gas/Water Service 519-741-2529Billing Inquiries

519-741-2450

Marketing Inquiries 519-741-2626

TTY 1-866-969-9994Visit us on the Web at: www.kitchenerutilities.ca

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THE ANNUAL GAS CHARGES ESTIMATOR WAS DESIGNED TO:

HELPING YOUMANAGE YOUR NATURAL GAS BILL Kitchener U�li�es recently introduced a new feature on its websiteto help customers budget for their annual natural gas consump�on.

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUTYOUR NATURAL GAS CHARGESThere are three basic charges that appearunder the Consump�on sec�on of yournatural gas bill.

Using the new natural gas rates that went intoeffect on September 1, 2014, this diagram showshow each charge factors into your bill.

For more informa�on about the Annual Gas Charges Es�mator – and to see howyour natural gas consump�on adds up – visit: www.kitcheneru�li�es.ca/gases�mator

DELIVERY The charge to recover the costs of maintaining,

repairing & upgrading the delivery system and to pay for meter reading and billing.

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See how your bill might look with alternategas supply and gas transporta�on rates.

This brochure is available in accessible formats upon request.

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App, anyone?What’s a 24-hour startup event? Think apps. Think open

data. Think Dragon’s Den pitches.

City of Kitchener joined Nspire, a student-run organization, to host a 24-hour startup/hackathon event held at Communitech and Kitchener City Hall. About 70 students participated, ranging from a 12-year-old to recent graduates from both University of Waterloo and Wilfrid Laurier University.

The students, who study disciplines such as computer science, chemistry, business programs and geomatics, were given the opportunity to pitch their ideas to the other participants in the hopes of gathering support for their idea on the Friday night. About 20 ideas were pitched and teams formed to work on the ideas; each team tried to have a cross-section of students, including at least one coder to help with the pitch.

On Saturday, Kitchener staff presented Open Data to the students and gave them some more ideas around economic development and transportation planning to think about and then showed them the city’s Open Data site and its 63 datasets.

Following the city’s presentation, a number of students spoke with city staff to learn more about Open Data, find out about geographical information systems (GIS) and how to download the open data to use in their apps.

The students then spent the next 24 hours working through their ideas and on Sunday afternoon, nine pitches were delivered at city hall.

Four judges reviewed and the winning apps were RateMyRez, Orange Peel and Snacktivity. The Open Data bonus prize was won by Citivate.

“It was an amazing experience for city staff to see how engaged this group of diverse students was and how dedicated they were to come up with some app ideas,” said Dianne Adams, manager of GIS for the City of Kitchener. “We definitely have an entrepreneurial spirit in this community.” n

Warming centresIf an extreme cold warning is issued for Waterloo Region, many City of Kitchener facilities will be open for the public to access as warming centres. For a full list, please go to www.kitchener.ca and search “warming centres.”

Chef D market exclusivesTour the market with Chef D, the host of ChefDtv.com, an innovative online cooking show, every second Saturday. On Feb. 7, 10 a.m. to noon, join Chef D as he shops with our vendors downstairs, and returns to the Marketplace to prepare the fresh, local ingredients into a delicious dish for you to sample! Free; meet in the Marketplace at 10 a.m. Other events include:

Date night: Thursday, Feb. 12, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Demonstration class, $39; register early, as spots go quickly!

Celebrate Greenbelt farmers: Feb. 28.

Valentine’s Day: Feb. 14.

Register at www.kitchenermarket.ca/cookingclasses

Black History Month Join us as we celebrate Black History month at the City of Kitchener. On Saturday, Feb. 21 at 10 a.m., the Kitchener Market’s Caribbean Kitchen offers samples and treats, and there will be traditional music on the upper level. For a full list of events, please visit www.kitchenerevents.ca.

Hockeytown This year is Hockeytown’s fifth in downtown Kitchener. Carl Zehr Square becomes a hub of hockey activities as the Kitchener Minor Hockey (tyke players) compete for the Mayor’s Cup. There will be exclusive hockey exhibits from the Hockey Hall of Fame and interactive games for all ages. For more information, visit www.kitchenerevents.ca.

Grants help conserve heritage

Gail Pool and Frances Stewart’s home on Water Street South is

a Berlin Vernacular home, its features and design are reminiscent of the Queen Anne style and are unique to Kitchener.

Constructed to appeal to middle-income buyers, the architecture was based on local needs and construction materials.

Because it’s located in the Victoria Park Area Heritage Conservation District, Pool and Stewart applied for a heritage grant from the City of

Kitchener when they wanted to restore the original 1903 features of the house.

The city’s heritage grants are open to residents who own property that is designated under the Ontario Heritage Act, including individual properties and properties located in one of the city’s four heritage conservation districts: Upper Doon, Victoria Park, St. Mary’s and Civic Centre.

Grants are available to cover up to half the cost of eligible projects, from a minimum of $500 to a maximum of

$3,000.

Applications for 2015 are available Jan. 23 and due March 31.

“We welcome the grant money and hope that the program continues and widens its scope,” said Pool, adding they would do the repair and restoration work despite the heritage grant program. “Staff were helpful and understanding of our aims to restore and preserve the heritage aspects of our house.”

Over several years, Pool

and Stewart have been able to restore the kitchen verandah; windows and gable ends; bricks, mortar and foundation; reintroduce the finials and decorative brackets, and rehabilitate their garage. They also reintroduced the widow’s walk on the substantial two -storey home.

“We hope that others will realize how important our heritage architecture is to a vibrant community, where modernity seems to have taken away so much beauty in Kitchener,” said Pool.

If you’re planning renovations to your heritage home, or you live in a heritage conservation district, find out if your property is eligible at www.kitchener.ca/heritagefunding or contact heritage planning staff at 519-741-2200 x7839. n

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