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177809

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As a concerned citizen residing in Brantford, Ontario, I do not support consolidation as proposed. There is potential for consolidation to improve some of processes that Conservation Authorities (CAs) are responsible for, but not as it as been proposed. The boundaries suggested will introduce Read more

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177816

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The proposed consolidation of current conservation authorities is poorly conceived. Amalgamating smaller and larger existing CAs will inevitably draw resources from away from already deficient areas. This will impact the efficiency of overall CA operations.

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177818

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I have reviewed the proposals outlined under this policy proposal and have several comments. I am very familiar with the operation of conservation authorities in my own region of the province and also have some knowledge of those in other regions. Read more

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177821

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I am not in favour of the amalgamation of the current 36 Ontario Conservation Authorities into 7. Each regional authority has the undeniable knowledge, expertise and competence for managing their own waterways. Read more

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177822

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I am against the consolidation of Ontario’s 36 CAs. I do not support the removal of the following municipalities from the proposed Huron-Superior Regional Conservation Authority. I do not want a new provincial super-agency in the form of the Ontario Provincial Conservation Agency. Read more

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177824

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As a resident of the Hamilton area, with 100 waterfalls, I am opposed to the amalgamation of the conservation areas. We need the local knowledge and focus of Hamiltons unique waterways and geography maintained and managed locally

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177827

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I am writing to express my concern regarding Bill 68 and the proposed consolidation of 36 Conservation Authorities into just seven. The Essex Regional Conservation Authority (ERCA) has raised several issues with respect to this legislation. I agree with these concerns. In particular: Read more

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177830

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I do not agree with the merging of the 36 conservation authorities in Ontario. I agree with Hamilton Conservation Authority's submission to the ERO. I am concerned about losing local decision-making and I support keeping conservation decisions Read more

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177834

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Public Comment – Opposition to ERO #025-1257 Proposed Consolidation of Ontario Conservation Authorities I am writing to formally oppose the proposed consolidation of Ontario’s conservation authorities as outlined in ERO #025-1257. ________________________________________ Read more