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The judging in Southwest Middlesex for the 2008 Provincial Communities In
Bloom competition took place July 30 & 31, 2008. The results of the judging
were revealed at the annual conference held
September 13, 2008 in Gravenhurst, ON. See results below.
For 2009, Southwest
Middlesex is entering the 'Community Showcase' division of Ontario
Communities in Bloom. This is a new venture for us and we look forward
to participating.
2008 Tour Maps can be
viewed below:
SWM Overall Tour
Appin Tour
Glencoe Tour
Melbourne Tour
Wardsville Tour
The municipality is judged based on their efforts in management planning,
maintenance, improvement and innovation of the following:
1. Tidiness Effort
2. Environmental Awareness
3. Community Involvement
4. Natural And Architectural Heritage Conservation
5. Urban Forestry
6. Landscaped Areas
7. Floral Displays
8. Turf and Ground Cover Areas
Here
is our progress since we started in the Communities in Bloom program!
2004
3 blooms out of a possible 5 blooms
2005
4 blooms out of a possible 5 blooms plus top honour awards in
the areas of Most Improved and Floral Displays.
2006
5 blooms out of a possible 5 blooms plus the Communities in
Bloom committee were awarded special mention for the positive impact that
their efforts have had on the community; as well, the Environmental Award
was proudly given to the community.
2007
5 blooms out of a possible 5 blooms in 2007 plus the
Communities in Bloom committee received the Tidiness Award.
2008
5 blooms out of a possible 5 blooms in 2008 plus the
Communities in Bloom committee received the Urban Forest Management award.
Click here for the 2008
Evaluation
Report from the Judging
How Do I Get Involved In Communities In Bloom?
If you would like further information about the program, please see the
brochure and fill out our
form if you
are interested. Forms can be returned to us at Southwest
Middlesex, at either of the following locations:
153 McKellar Street
P.O. Box 218
Glencoe, ON,
N0L 1M0
(519)287-2015, Ext. 107
138 Mill Street
P.O. Box 693
Glencoe, ON, N0L 1M0
(519)287-2839
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Got your 2010
Communities in Bloom
Calendar Yet?
Still 28 prizes available; calendars are
available from the Recreation
Department at 519-287-2839
with a chance to win part of over $2,000.00 in Cash & Prizes
2010 Winners throughout the year will be listed below
Each calendars features beautiful pictures from within
Southwest Middlesex, costs $10.00 and gives you a chance to win over
$2,000.00 in cash and prizes throughout 2010. These are great
gifts for students away from home, family members and your friends.
Draws every month!
Get yours today by contacting the Recreation Department at
519-287-2839.
2010 Calendar Draw Winners
January 4, 2010
Al Hartford - cash
Ron Van Damme - cash
February 1, 2010
Chris Gallagher
Country Depot Gift
Certificate
Kristina Glasgow/Val Coulthard
Gerber Electric Propane Gift Certificate
Gord & Louise Teetzel
Gerber Electric Propane Gift Certificate
Carol Carruthers
Gerber Electric Propane Gift Certificate
Grace McColl
Gerber Electric Propane Gift Certificate
Don Congo
Gerber Electric Propane Gift Certificate
March 1, 2010
Lois Lozon
Hosta Choice Gift Certificate
Dan & Linda Douglas
The Villa Dining Lounge Gift Certificate
Ross Snider
The Villa Dining Lounge Gift Certificate
Mark McLean
The Villa Dining Lounge Gift Certificate
Stephanie Moore
The Villa Dining Lounge Gift Certificate
April 6, 2010
May 3, 2010
June 7, 2010
July 5, 2010
August 3, 2010
September 7, 2010
October 4, 2010
November 1, 2010
December 6, 2010
Want to do something special for
someone this year?
Sponsorship of the SWM
Hanging Flower Basket Program is a great way to give recognition to a
special someone throughout the growing season. When you sponsor a basket for
$65.00, the name of the sponsor is shown beside the basket and you or the
person you specify will receive an income tax receipt for the full support
amount.
Contact the SWM Recreation Department at 519-287-2839 for further
information.
Heritage Trees
Brochure
Please note that this brochure is normally
printed on 11" by 17" paper. Printing it on anything less than the
size noted above will have tiny print.
Roadside Tree Planting Program Information
(see ad)
Thinking about adding some colour to
your garden?
Vesey Bulbs
are generally available during the months of April and September, annually through Communities in Bloom members.
These sales help support community projects.
Call the arena for more information at
519-287-2839!
See the
Community Calendar
for meeting dates and locations!
WEBSITES TO VISIT
Communities In Bloom Website
www.communitiesinbloom.ca
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