NOTICE OF A PUBLIC MEETING: PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT CHARGES (D.C.) BY-LAW AND UNDERLYING BACKGROUND STUDY

TAKE NOTICE On Tuesday, January 14, 2025 the Council of the Township of Havelock-Belmont-Methuen will hold a public meeting, pursuant to section 12 of the Development Charges Act, 1997, as amended, to present and obtain public input on the municipality’s proposed development charges (D.C.) by-law and underlying background study.

DATE AND TIME:    Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at 9:30 a.m.

LOCATION:             Township of Havelock-Belmont-Methuen Municipal Office, Council Chamber,
1 Ottawa St. East, Havelock, ON K0L 1Y0

All interested parties are invited to attend the Public Meeting of Council virtually or in-person. Any person who attends the meeting may make representations relating to the proposed D.C. by-law and background study.  You are encouraged to complete a delegation request form in order to be included on the agenda for this meeting.

DATED at the Township of Havelock-Belmont-Methuen this 20th day of December 2024.

In order that sufficient information is made available to the public, the background study is being made available online at the municipality’s website www.hbmtwp.ca on December 20, 2024.  Copies of the proposed D.C. by-law and the background study are also being made available as of December 20, 2024 from the municipal Clerk at the above location or via email bangione@hbmtwp.ca

Interested persons may express their comments at the public meeting or in writing, addressed to the Municipal Clerk, at the above address prior to Monday, January 6, 2025.

Mr. Robert Angione, M.P.A., B. Admin
Chief Administrative Officer/Clerk
Township of Havelock-Belmont-Methuen
bangione@hbmtwp.ca 

Development Charges Background Study and Proposed D.C. By-law

Seeking Committee Appointments - Mathison Property and Parks Committee and Youth Committee

The Council of the Township of Havelock-Belmont-Methuen invites applicants to serve on the Mathison Property and Parks Committee and Youth Committee.

Mathison Property and Parks Committee (2 Appointments)

Youth Committee (2 Youth Appointments)

Volunteer appointments will expire with the term of Council on November 14, 2026.

For more information on Municipal Service Boards and Committees of Council, including Terms and Reference materials, please visit the Board and Committees webpage

Please submit the ‘Municipal Volunteer Application Form’ Online, via e-mail, fax, regular mail or drop-off to the Municipal Office by January 24, 2025 to:
Leah Hutton, Acting Deputy Clerk Email: lhutton@hbmtwp.ca Fax: (705) 778-5248
1 Ottawa St E, PO Box 10, Havelock, ON K0L1Z0

Municipal Volunteer Application

Parks and Playgrounds

The Township of Havelock-Belmont-Methuen's Arena and Parks Department are in charge of the maintenance and booking of the arena's and parks throughout the Township.  Please visit our Facilities page to see a full listing of the Township owned facilities.  The parks and playgrounds do not normally require a booking unless you are planning a large gathering or a special event at one of the parks.  

To contact the Parks, Recreation and Facilities Department, please call 705-778-2891 or email: Parks and Rec

Havelock-Belmont-Methuen Community Centre

The arena has a large lobby and viewing area for spectators and there are four large dressing rooms equipped with showers.

Location and contact

Havelock-Belmont-Methuen Community Centre

39 George Street East, Havelock, ON K0L 1Z0

Phone number: 705-778-2891

The upstairs banquet hall and downstairs meeting room at the Community Centre is operated by the Havelock Lions Club and they can be reached at 705-778-2911.

Event to be held on Municipal Property

This form is to be submitted if you would like to host an event which will be located on Municipal property.

The request for an event(s) to be held on Municipal Property should be submitted no later that 30 days prior to the event date. The request will be directly submitted to the Supervisor of Parks, Recreation and Facilities for review and approval from Council will be required prior to the event date. Please complete the link below - Request for approval of event to be held on Municipal Property.

Request for approval of event to be held on Municipal Property

Arenas

2024 Season 

Public skating is available and FREE to all. Please note for skater safety, we strongly recommend skaters wear CSA certified helmet and all children under the age of 12-years old must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Don't forget your skates! 
Note: Please be aware there is a 10 minute flood within the scheduled timeframe.


2024 Public Skating Schedule

Month

Day of the week

Time
January 10 to March 27 Sunday  1:00 to 2:00 pm
January 10 to March 27 Wednesday 1:00 to 5:00 pm

Description Fee HST Total (including HST)
Ice Rental - Prime Time Rate
(5:00 pm to 12:00 am) 		 $115.04 per hour YES $130.00 per hour
Ice Rental - Non-Prime Time Rate
(Monday to Friday 7:00 am to 5:00 pm)		 $88.49 per hour YES $100.00 per hour
Ice Rental - (Minor Hockey & Figure Skating) $88.49 per hour YES $100.00 per hour
Surface Rental (Without Ice) $53.09 per hour YES $60.00 per hour
Skate Sharpening $4.42 per pair YES $5.00 per pair
Advertising - Wall (4x7 Sign Max) $110.00 per year YES $124.30 per year
Advertising - Ice Board $210.00 per year YES $237.30 per year
Advertising - Zamboni (reserve 5-year min term) $510.00 per year YES $576.30 per year
Advertising - Bench Sponsor (reserve 3-year min term) $310.00 per year YES $350.30 per year 
Dressing Room Sponsor (reserve bid 3-year min term)  $310.00  per year YES  $350.30 per year 

This outdoor arena is maintained by the Cordova Mines Recreation Association in partnership with the Township. This facility can be used all year for a variety of activities.

Cordova Mines Outdoor Arena - Location

3360 County Road 48, Havelock, ON K0L 1Z0

Parks and Playgrounds

Havelock Lions Millennium Park

Highway 7 (Village Ward)

This park is located right on Highway 7 with lots of parking and is equipped with benches, picnic tables and picnic shelters. This is a great spot to take a break from driving or have a meal on the go. There is a portable washroom available during the summer months. Look for the yellow caboose. The ownership and maintenance of this park is a partnership between the Township and the Havelock Lions Club.


Kasshabog Lake Park

431 Peninsula Road, Havelock, ON K0L 1Z0

This park is located off of County Road 46 north of the village along the sandy shore of Kasshabog Lake. The park has a large grassy area with picnic tables making it a great place to have a family gathering or a picnic. There is an outdoor washroom available during the summer months.

Mathison Conservation Area

39 George Street East, Havelock, ON K0L 1Z0

The Mathison Property is a 250 acre natural area of scenic forests and wetlands located north of the Village of Havelock. It has 1.6 kilometers of multiuse trails for walking, biking and ATV/Snowmobiling us and 1.1 kilometers of walking only trails. This property was graciously donated to the Township by John Mathison in 2001 for conservation, education and recreation purposes.

Map of property

Rotary Park

25 Industrial Drive, Havelock, ON K0L 1Z0

This park is a hidden gem in the Township that has a small pond and is equipped with picnic tables and a picnic shelter. The park is a great place for small family gatherings or just a great place to relax and enjoy the nature and scenery. This park was generously donated to the Township by the Rotary Club of Havelock.

Concession Street Park

77 Concession Street, Havelock, ON K0L 1Z0

This playground is located just south of the lights on County Road 30 and has a range of playground equipment for children of all ages. The park has picnic tables and a tennis court on site. Parking is available at the Medical Centre.


Cordova Mines Park

55 Alfred Street East, Havelock, ON K0L 1Z0

This park is located in the hamlet of Cordova Mines and there is a small playground located to the rear of the library and recreation hall. There is a shelter on site and picnic tables.


George Street Park

39 George Street East, Havelock, ON K0L 1Z0

This park is the largest playground facility in the Township and is located on the grounds of the arena and ballpark. There are picnic tables and a large shaded area at this park.

A splash pad was added in 2022 along with playground upgrades, including a new swing set, flying saucer swing and climbing structure with protective surfacing, providing fun and accessible activities for people of all mobility levels.

Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario

Location of ballpark

39 George Street East, Havelock, ON K0L 1Z0

There is one fully fenced softball diamond equipped with lights. The ballpark can be booked through the Parks and Arena department at 705-778-2891.

User Groups of the Havelock-Belmont-Methuen Ballpark

Ballpark Rental Fee Schedule

Description Fee HST Total (including HST)
Minor Baseball $500.00 per year YES  $565.00 per year
Adult Baseball $1,700.00 per year YES  $1,921.00 per year
Baseball Tournament $175.00 per day YES  $197.75 per day

The Havelock-Belmont-Soccer Field is located next to the Rotary Park on Industrial Drive.

Location

Havelock-Belmont-Methuen Soccer Field

25 Industrial Drive, Havelock, ON K0L 1Z0

 

Soccer Field Rental Fee Schedule
Description Fee HST Total (including HST)
Soccer $250 per year YES  $282.50 per year

The tennis court is open from May to September and is located at the Concession Street Park.

There is no cost to use the facility and it is available on a first come first served basis.

Location

Havelock-Belmont-Methuen Tennis Court

77 Concession Street, Havelock, ON K0L 1Z0

Contact Us

1 Ottawa St. East, PO Box 10, Havelock, Ontario K0L 1Z0
Toll Free 1-877-767-2795
Phone: 705-778-2308
Fax: 705-778-5248
Email: havbelmet@hbmtwp.ca

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