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HomeMy WebLinkAboutWD-58-83 y CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF NEWCASTLE PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT R. DUPUIS, P. ENG., DIRECTOR HAMPTON,ONTARIO TEL,(416)263.2231 LOB 1JO 987.5039 REPORT TO THE GENERAL PURPOSE AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE MEETING OF JUNE 20, 1983. REPORT NO. : WD-58-83 SUBJECT: ADVERTISING BANNERS SERVICE CLUBS AND PUBLIC SERVICE ORGANIZATIONS RECOMMENDATION: It is respectfully recommended: 1. That this report be received; and, 2. That the Town erect wooden posts on King Street at both ends of Bowmanville to facilitate the placement of advertising signs by service clubs. 3. That Mr. A. Tielmans be requested to contact the Works Department with respect to the location and physical layout of such posts and arrangements for placement of signs thereon. 4. That a copy of this report be forwarded to Mr. Tielmans with the request that he contact the various service clubs who have shown an interest in this matter to determine their needs with respect to the sign posts. . . .2 1 lc� - 2 Background In March, the General Purpose and Administration Committee considered Report WD-28-83, attached hereto, and directed that the Chief Administrative Officer and the Director of Public Works meet with Mr. Tielmans and any other interested parties to attempt to arrive at a satisfactory arrangement for advertising banners. Such a meeting, attended by Mr. Tielmans, was held shortly thereafter. Report Various options were discussed with respect to the Town accommodating advertising banners for service clubs and most of them were dismissed due to inherent shortfalls and problems. Mr. Tielmans suggested placement of 4"x 4" wooden posts approximately eight feet apart which would allow the various service clubs to erect 4'x 8' plywood signs. The preparation, placement and removal of the signs would be the responsibility of the service clubs. This arrangement seemed favourable to both the Town and the service clubs. Accordingly, it is recommended that the Town erect the necessary posts to permit placement of signs. Since Mr. Tielmans has some very definite ideas with respect to the location and configuration of the sign posts, it is further requested that he contact the Works Department to provide details. Respectfully s bmitted, R.G. Dupui P. Eng. , Director of Public Works. RGD:jco June 13, 1983. Attachment l/ FF 1 " CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF NEWCASTLE Ii PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT R. DUPUIS, P. ENO., DIRECTOR HAMPTON,RNTAR10 TEL.(416)263.2231 LOB 1J0 987.5039 REPORT TO THE GENERAL PURPOSE AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE MEETING OF MARCH 21 , 1983. REPORT NO. : WD-28-83 ;L SUBJ CT: ADVERTISING BANNERS SERVICE CLUBS & PUBLIC SERVICE ORGANIZATIONS i RECOMMENDATION: i It is respectfully recommended: i 1. That this report be received; and, 2. That a copy of this report be forwarded to Mr. A. Tielemans and the various service clubs who have indicated an interest in the project. BACKGROUND & REPORT: In accordance with Resolution No. C-84-83, Public Works Staff have reviewed the request of Mr. A. Tielemans, Publicity Chairman, Bowmanville Red Cross, and the suggestions of Mr. M. Watson, Manager, Newcastle Hydro Electric Commission. It is agreed that the existing utility poles on King Street are not designed to sustain the constant tension and vibration caused by wind forces on a banner. The vibration causes stress cracks in the concrete poles and shortens the normal life expectancy of the street light bulbs if luminaires are attached. 2 The estimate for Mr Watson's suggestion that poles be installed at each end of Town for the specific purpose of hanging banners to advertise the various Town events would be !approximately $2,500.00 per installation. Using wooden poles, back guys, and stainless steel guide wire, the total cost for the Bowmanville installation would amount to $5;000.00. The cost would increase using more aesthetically pleasing concrete or steel poles such as are now in use on th� connecting link. Ifj,the poles are installed as a permanent fixture as suggested, the estimated cost of installing and removing individual banners in two locations would be approximately $300.00 per event. It is conceivable that the Town may receive similar installation requests from other urban areas and service organizations within the Town. The installation of banners and poles also creates an additional roadside hazard for the travelling public, as well as drawing attention from driving responsibilities. In the event of an accident, the Public Works Department is concerned about the Town's liability in respect to the installation. Th: Public Works Department recognizes the value of Service Chubs and Service Organizations to the Town; but, feel we are unable to recommend the installation of a permanent pole structure to support advertising banners at each end of King Street in Bowmanville. Respectfully submitted, R.G. Dupuis, P. Eng. , Director of Public Works. RAn• i�n CORPO TION OF THE TOWN OF NEWC LE FFICE OF THE TOWN CLERK l TELEPHONE 623.3379 40 TEMPERANCE STREET BOWMANVILLE, ONTARIO L1C9A6 of February 1 th, 1983 Mr. A. Tie I'lemans, Publicity Chairman Bowmanvill ' Red Cross 39 Elgin S reet Bowmanvill 1, Ontario Dear Mr. .Tilelemans: RE: Red Cross Banner Our File 10.2.11 Your correspondence dated January 22nd, 1983 relative to flying a Red ;.Cros Banner in Bowmanville was considered by Council on February 14th, 1983 and referred to staff for a review and report back. You will be advised of further action. Yours truly, i i Gertrude Gray, A.M.C.T. Deputy"Cl rk GEG/jp cc: Public Works Department '/ I' I; Cuunc i 1 Mollbers Qown►anvi , Town of Newcastle Jan. 22/83 In an earlier Council meeting the (led Cross was permitted to fly a bannerlat the four corners and I was informed by Town Administration to contact Mr. Watson from P.U.C. about this matter. In this conversation with Mr. Watson it was understood that the utility Doles would not endure the constant tension from the banner caused by the wind. Mr. Watson suggested to install 2 poles on each side of Town for this purpose.' They could be used for events as: Qowmanville Anniversary, March oflDinres , Santa' s Parade, Red Cross , Sidewalk Sale, just to name a few. If we get people to know what is going on, more residents will get involved 'in the community. It would 'be appreciated if Council could assist us in this matter. I remain, , A. Tielemans Publicity Chairman Bowmanville Red Cross Typed as; written. j I i t i ffL WED MAR G 1 1983 The Canadian Red Cron ;.�ety ONTARIO DIVISION DE L'ONT'ARIO � La Societe canadienhe de la Croix-Rouge le le eli i i P I rlunul 'Ahl r unu,rn (Vl1-/Q 1Q-11-11 1D rr'IC-I'O Uk A C\IT nc 1'nD AAi IfAAC �► L � J rte\ i TownliOf Newcastle Publlic Works Department The. ollowing Service Clubs and Organizations are in favor of the suggestion by the Red Cross, to have utility poles installed for the purpose of advertising their activities . Bann rs are good advertising and we will also do the admi istration involved. /� r. c<� ?L.<,?,ll�ryrv�c \2��eQ .Y� 60 11,f,11