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Softball tournament promotes friendship between Twin Cities V].1he Waterloo Minor Girls Softball Associaâ€" tion (WMGSA) will host the second annual Kitchenerâ€"Waterioo Girls Softball Friendship houseâ€" league tournament, June 21 at Hillside Park. This tournament will see girls between the ages of 10 and 19 in the novice, banâ€" tam and midget divisions playing in a oneâ€"day friendâ€" ship tournament that will include softball, competiâ€" tion, and camaraderie. The WMGSA‘s mandate is to provide a safe and happy environment in which girls have the opportunity to play and learn softball, thus Major coverage of minor sports This maintenance program is quite routine, however, it may cause some temporary inconvemiences such as poor water pressure and in some cases coloured water. If coloured water is detected, please open a cold water tap and allow the water to run until it clears. This is a temporary situation The City of Waterloo Utility Staff and the City of Waterloo Fire Department thank you for your coâ€" operation and understanding. Any questions or concerns should be directed to Judy Biddisâ€" y combe, Utility Customer Service Representative, 747â€"8613. POINT PELEE Thursday, August 21, 2003 cost: $49/person (includes transportation, winery tour & tasting, lunch & a visit to Colasanti‘s & Point Pelee National Park.) Lot maintenance standards were established for the safety and visual condition of yards (excluding buildings ) and vacant lands Yard maintenance includes the removal of rubbish, garbage, litter and debris, excessive growth of grass. weeds and bushes. damaged or decaying trees, bushes and brush which pose a safety hazard to pedestriâ€" 3 P NS ans and motorists, wrecked, dismantled, unlicensed or : f. C * 25 â€" inoperative vehicles, trailers, machinery and appliances, ; 880BB pp ***~ YE . â€" dilapidated or collapsed buildings and structures grzv= H' A conviction under this byâ€"law can result in a set fine of $105.00 plus $20.00 victim surcharge fine for each offence. Inquiries and complaints should be directed to . the Byâ€"law Enforcement Department at 747â€"8714 The City of Waterloo Fire Department is conducting scheduled maintenance of fire hydrants. This on going program is designed to ensure that the hydrants will operate properly when needed. This year‘s program will involve all hydrants in the city and should be completed by the end of Novem:â€" ber park s [ â€" m aaaaa e | 0 0 ler IEF W CITY OF WATERLOO LOT MAINTENANCE BYâ€"LAW #89â€"137 HYDRANT TESTING â€" MAINTENANCE PROGRAM WATERLOO CHRONICLE encouraging participation in athletic endeavors and physical activity as a lifelong habit. The group operates both recreational and competiâ€" tive leagues; offers player development, officiating and coaches‘ clinics; and provides an opportunity for volunteers to help shape the vouth of Waterloo County. The organization curâ€" rently has over 500 players participating in the various programs offered by the WMGSA. One of the WMGSA‘s main goals is to make softâ€" ball accessible to everyone. For more information call 884â€"7422 ext. 223 TRAVEL CLUB CASINO RAMA Friday, June 27th, 2003 Cost: $7.00/person (includes transportation and buffet lunch) Cost: $22/person (includes transportation, cruise, live entertainment and buffet lunch at Casino Rama) KEMPENFELT BAY CRUISE & TUNES Monday, July 28th, 2003 Prior to the start of last Srromg your community since !BS6 year‘s season, the president of the WMGSA approached his Kitchener counterpart with a proposal designed to promote and build interest in the game of softball and both associations. The idea evolved into the Twinâ€"City Friendship Cup. Each girl has been perâ€" sonally selected by their players and coaches to play in the Battle of Kitchenerâ€" Waterloo, with the winning teams taking home a tourâ€" ney in their respective age groups. The day will he full of fun, excitement, prizes and special friendships between the two cities. COMMUNITY INFORMATIO)w 886â€"1 550 n 9 FACTS ABOUT YOUR Waterioo 2003 PROPERTY TAXES " DID YOU RECEIVE YOUR 2003 PROPâ€"\ ERTY TAX BILL? CITY OF WATERLOO 2003 Final Property Tax Due Dates July 18, 2003 & September 2, 2003 (On June 16 by resolution Waterioo City Council changed the tax due date from July 2, 2003 to July 18, 2003 Payment may be made: 1. By mail: Post dated cheques for both installments; July 18 and Sepâ€" tember 2, 2003 2. Through bank telephone service â€" please contact your bank 3. At the City Hall after hours deposit box located at 100 Regina Street S., at the William Street side entrance 4. In person from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm at the Revenue Counter, City Hall, 100 Regina St. S »* You are responsible for having your payment in the Revenue Office on or before the due date. Please remit the stub from your tax bill along with your payment to City of Waterioo Revenue Division 100 Regina Street South Waterloo, Ontario N2J 4A8 If you have not received your tax bill please call us at 747â€"8718. For more information check our website at www.city. waterloo.on.ca City Tax Increase 3 Regional Tax Increase 3 Education Tax Decrease ( Reassessment Impact ( 2003 Residential Tax $163,000 x 1.394029% 8 NET TAX INCREASE S For more information about property taxes, _ call (519) 747â€"8718 _ Average Residential Home Value in 2002 $148,000 Average Residential home Value in 2003 $163,000 AVERAGE TAX INCREASE FOR 2003 1.64% Impact Analysis Assessment x Tax Rate Ta: 2002 Residential Tax $148.000 x 1.529985% $2, www.city.waterlo0o.on.ca Tax Levy $2,264.38 $30.77 $20.22 (â€"$5.99) (â€"$7.96) $2,301 .42