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Halton selling rain barrels to residents May 8 This May, Halton Region will once again host four rain barrel sale events to help promote wise outdoor water use during the summer. This year's rain barrels have a new look and price at only $36 each, and provide the same great water capture ability. Only one rain barrel is allowed per purchase, to Halton residents only. The rain barrel sales events will run from 8 a.m. to noon at the following locations. · Saturday May 1, Mohawk Raceway, 9430 Guelph Line, Campbellville · Saturday May 8, Oakville Place Mall, 240 Leighland Ave., Oakville · Saturday May 15, Robert C. Austin Operations Centre, 11620 Trafalgar Rd., Georgetown · Saturday May 29, Mapleview Mall, 900 Maple Ave., Burlington. Diverting water from a downspout into a rain barrel allows residents to capture rain water and store it for future use to water garden flowers, shrubs and plant pots. Last year, Halton residents purchased nearly 6,200 rain barrels, which at full use had the potential to reduce water consumption by more than 1.2 million litres. The rain barrels fit into the backseat of an average sized vehicle and require minimal assembly. Residents must adapt their downspout to flow into the rain barrel, and assembly instructions are included. The rain barrels are also equipped with a secure mosquito screen and a dispensing hose for easy use. There are many other options, including the 4Rs of wise water use that residents can undertake in order to be more water efficient. Reduce: Choose droughttolerant plants and ground covers for your lawn and garden. They require less water, and therefore less work, and can better withstand periods of drought. Retrofit: Replace old appliances and fixtures with new, water-efficient models, or consider retrofitting existing models with water saving devices. For example, low flow shower heads and toilets, front-loading washing machines and water efficient humidifiers. Repair: Repair leaks. In one year, a leak of one drip per second can waste 10,000 litres of water. Replacing a faulty washer in a faucet, or a toilet flapper, more than two years old, can improve water efficiency. Reuse: Find uses for water waste inside and outside of the home. For example, utilize the Suds Saver option on your washing machine by using the previous wash cycle's rinse water for the wash cycle of your next load of laundry. For more information, contact Halton Region by dialing 311 or 905-825-6000, toll free 1-866-442-5866, TTY 905-827-9833 or www.halton.ca/waterconservation. 23 · Friday, April 16, 2010 OAKVILLE BEAVER · www.oakvillebeaver.com The Regional Municipality of Halton www.halton.ca Increase your Teen's Safety by Planning Ahead! Parents, learn how to encourage responsible behaviour by discussing: Reliability Agreement on rules Creating a plan to promote safety The Regional Municipality of Halton www.halton.ca Where: Aldershot High School Library When: PUBLIC INFORMATION CENTRE Installation of a Sanitary Sewer on Timber Lane and Seneca Drive from Timber Lane to West River Street Town of Oakville, PR-2356A Halton Region is proposing to install new sanitary sewer along the following roads: Timber Lane Seneca Drive from Timber Lane to West River St. A Public Information Centre will be held to provide residents with an opportunity to review the project drawings and to discuss any potential construction disruptions that may result from the proposed works. Representatives from Halton Region will be in attendance to answer any questions. The Public Information Centre is scheduled for: Registration To register for this free Triple P seminar, or for more information, please contact Halton Region. Meet Halton Regional Chair, Gary Carr at the Halton Eco Festival Date: Time: Location: Tuesday, April 20, 2010 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Walton Memorial United Church, 2489 Lakeshore Road West, Oakville may have about Halton's programs or services Chair Carr will be at the Halton Gary Carr Regional Chair If you are unable to attend this Public Information Centre and wish to obtain more information or provide written comments, please address your concerns to: Caroline Hales, P.Eng. Project Engineer, Wastewater Services Halton Region Phone: 905-825-6000 Ext. 7612 Fax: 905-825-0267 Email: Caroline.Hales@Halton.ca 160410 Saturday, April 17 from 2-3 p.m. Halton's booth will have a number of important brochures as well as information on some of the programs that we deliver. www.halton.ca. Halton Regional Meeting Schedule April 21 May 4 May 5 9:30 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 1:30 p.m. Regional Council Health & Social Services Committee Meetings can be viewed at www.halton.ca 1151 Bronte Road, Oakville, Onta 1151 Bronte Road, Oakville, Onta 160410 Please let us know as soon as possible if you will have an accessibility or accommodation need at a Halton Region hosted event or meeting. Please let us know as soon as possible if you will have an accessibility or accommodation need at a Halton Region hosted event or meeting.