News From Town of Ajax

Your E-News for July 23, 2010

Featured Articles

Celebrate Ajax Waterfront Festival

Summer in the Square

Youth Summer Camps

World Cup Pedometer Challenge - June 11 - August 31

Ajax Municipal Election

Voting is not only a democratic right, it is also the easiest way to have a say in how your community is governed.

Upcoming Council & Committee Meetings

Council

Summer recess
July 9 - September 7

Community Affairs & Planning

Summer recess
July 9 - September 7

General Government Committee

Summer recess
July 9 - September 7

Meetings are held at Ajax Town Hall, 65 Harwood Ave. S.

Minutes and Agendas are available on the Town's Web site.

Public Meetings

Notice of Public Open House, Sierra Building Group - Site Plan Application SP12/10
July 26 at 7 p.m.
Ajax Town Hall, Council Chambers
65 Harwood Ave. S.

Featured Events

Bike the Miller Creek Trail
July 24, 2010, Start/end at McClean Centre

Pass the Book Children's Program: Truck Day
August 6, 2010, Ajax Library - Village Branch

Ajax in the News

Durham heroes honoured during celebration at Ajax Legion
Police, firefighters, paramedics and war veterans enjoy barbecue

Ajax community gets brighter with new LED street lights
An Ajax neighbourhood is about to see a new light, thanks to the Town's energy efficient LED street lights pilot.

Check us out on Youtube.

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Celebrate Ajax Waterfront Festival - August 7

Celebrate Ajax by the Lake is the Region's largest-spanning waterfront festival, taking place on Saturday, August 7 from noon to 4 p.m.. Learn about Ajax's history at Veterans' Point, or take in a meal at 'A Taste of Ajax' at Rotary Park. With a total of four stops stretching from east to west, residents and visitors can spend the day and evening experiencing activities for all ages.

Summer in the Square - July 7 - September 1

Wednesdays are the best day of the week in Ajax. The Town's annual "Summer in the Square" series runs until September 1. Taking place every Wednesday at Town Hall's Heritage Square, the free evening performances will delight audiences of all ages, with "Music in the Square" and "Kids in the Square" taking alternate Wednesdays. Join us on Wednesday July 28 for A Tribute to Billy Joel.

Youth Summer Camps

Join us for fun-filled days at one of our exciting Summer Camps! Let the memories begin!

Camps are designed for ages 11 to 17 and range from sports and fitness programs to leadership and art training. Add excitement to your summer by signing up for any or all of these programs now!

Doors Open Ajax

Doors Open is a community initiative providing an opportunity to showcase and promote our past, to glimpse inside our unique and historical buildings and to explore the local architecture and culture of Ajax. This event offers residents and visitors with a day to explore a side of Ajax they likely have never seen. For more info visit www.doorsopenajax.com.

World Cup Pedometer Challenge - June 11 - August 31

Join in the fun and make your walking steps count towards Ajax's virtual trek of South Africa's nine host cities for the FIFA World Cup. Challenge your family, friends or coworkers! All steps logged
will go towards the necessary distance of 3,965,000 steps.

Click here for additional info.

2010 Town of Ajax final tax bills have been mailed

First Installment Due: Friday, June 25, 2010

Second Installment Due: Friday, September 24, 2010
If you did not receive your tax bill, please call the Tax Section
at 905-683-2718 or email tax@townofajax.com.

Publications

Ajax Residents Guide - Learn about the Town of Ajax and the many services it provides.

Ajax Today - Summer 2010 edition available for download

For more information on these articles, and to stay up-to-date on Council decisions, corporate initiatives and special events, visit us at www.townofajax.com.