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www.insideHALTON.com · OAKVILLE BEAVER Wednesday, October 3, 2012 · 8 Continued from page 1 Inspired by Israel's accomplishments Hoping to shed some positive light on a country riddled with conflict, Israel: Repairing the World is a comprehensive compilation of Israel's contributions to society. "Research and development and start-ups in Israel are bigger than any other country in the world," said Wise. "Sometimes, that message doesn't get across, so we wanted to highlight that." Book in-hand, Wise braved his first-ever tandem jump at Skydive SWOOP, the Flamborough drop zone at the Dundas Air Plaza. Aboard a Cessna aircraft, the rabbi, his professional instrucKARLA MENK BOIZO / SPECIAL TO THE BEAVER tor and club president, Chris Laflamme, and videographer Ilya A WISE MOVE: Rabbi Stephen Wise and skydiving instructor Szarek, proceeded to make their way up through the clouds until they reached 10,500 feet. Then, it was time to jump. Chris Laflamme. For more photos, visit www.oakvillebeaver.com. "Oh man, that's like the most terrifying and exhilarating thing I've ever done," Wise exclaimed, standing on terra firma. A 30-second, 120-kilometre-per-hour freefall, tranquil canopy ride and smooth landing followed Wise's leap. A copy of his book, didn't follow the same course, but landed on a nearby property. "I held out the book and it was flapping like crazy," he said. "Then, I just gave a big smile and just let it go. Some lucky fan out there is going to get a free book." The book's publisher, Joshua Avramson of blueappleworks inc., also took the plunge that day. Israel: Repairing the World is available for purchase online at www.ma-tovu.ca and www.amazon.com. An interactive version of the tome for iPad users was to be released this week. www.oakville.ca Learn how to wildlife proof your home Tuesday, October 16, 2012 7-8:30 p.m. Queen Elizabeth Park Community and Cultural Centre, 2302 Bridge Road ­ (Black box rehearsal space) Home Depot, will provide tips and tricks for homeowners. Town staff will also be on hand to share best practices when it comes to managing wildlife. Find out how Canada Geese make their way from Oakville's waterfront to a "home away from home" each summer with Norm North, a retired Canadian Wildlife Service specialist who will discuss the annual "goose roundup". Get your free birdhouse kit just for attending! For more information, contact the town at 905-845-6601 or environment@oakville.ca Squirrels, Rabbits and Raccoons ­ Oh My! Are raccoons lounging under your deck? Rabbits nibbling your plants? Squirrels nesting in your chimney? Learn how to wildlife proof your home for the winter and keep your "wild neighbours" from settling in for the season. Bill Dowd, of Humane Wildlife Control, and Trafalgar Road FREE RBC P.A. Day Skates Notice of Heritage Designation Walton Memorial United Church Manse 39 Jones Street Come on out to a free skate with our branch. No matter if you're just learning or have been skating for a long time, bring your skates and let's have some fun Friday, October 5 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Glen Abbey Community Centre 2:15 p.m. to 5 p.m. Sixteen Mile Sports Complex On October 1, 2012, Oakville Town Council resolved to pass By-law 2012-088 to designate Walton Memorial United Church Manse at 39 Jones Street in Oakville Ontario under Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. 18. On October 1, 2012, Oakville Town Council resolved to pass By-law 2012-087 to designate Linbrook Public School at 1079 Linbrook Road in Oakville Ontario under Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. 18. Any inquiries On October 1, 2012, Oakville Town Council resolved to pass a by-law to repeal the heritage designation by-law for the Walton Memorial United Church Manse at 144 Bronte Road, Oakville, pursuant to Section 32 of the Ontario process of seeking approval from the town. The complete application and related documents have been available on the town's website since August 17, 2012 at www.oakville.ca/environment/hpaq-application.html The Council meeting date for the consideration of the application is now confirmed. The application will be reviewed by the Community Services Committee on October 23, 2012, and considered by Town Council on October 29, 2012. Comments received from the public will be presented to Council for their consideration as part of the by-law approval process. Capacity restrictions apply. For more information visit www.oakville.ca/culturerec/pa-day-skates.html Any inquiries may be directed to Carolyn Van Sligtenhorst, heritage planner at 905-845-6601, ext. 3875 or cvansligtenhorst@oakville.ca may be directed to Carolyn Van Sligtenhorst, heritage planner at 905-845-6601, ext. 3875 or cvansligtenhorst@oakville.ca Notice of Heritage Designation Linbrook Public School, 1079 Linbrook Road Notice of Repeal of Heritage Designation By-law Walton Memorial United Church Manse, 144 Bronte Road Heritage Act: (2012-089, a by-law to repeal the heritage designation By-law 2010-108). Any inquiries may be directed to Carolyn Van Sligtenhorst, heritage planner at 905-845-6601, ext. 3875 or by email at cvansligtenhorst@oakville.ca Comments can be summited by email or regular mail: HealthProtection@oakville.ca with subject line, "New Oakville Hospital HPAQB S5 Application" Mail: Town of Oakville, 1225 Trafalgar Road, Oakville, ON L6H 0H3. Attention: Environmental Policy, Health Protection Air Quality By-law Implementation All comments must be submitted by October 29, 2012. For more information contact Cindy Toth, director, Environmental Policy department, Town of Oakville, 1225 Trafalgar Road L6H 0H3. 905-845-6601, ext. 3299. HealthProtection@oakville.ca Line Third Health Protection Air Quality By-law Application of a proposed facility with major emission The Town of Oakville has received an application for a proposed facility. Under the town's Health Protection Air Quality By-law 2010-035, any proposed facility with a major health-risk air pollutant emission requires that the application be posted for public comment prior to a Town Council meeting to consider the application. The proposed new Oakville Hospital, 3000 Third Line, is deemed to be a proposed major emitter and is in the Sale of land The Town of Oakville is pleased to offer 2317 Yolanda Drive for sale. This is a fully serviced lot to the lot line, backing on to Queen Elizabeth Park Cultural and Community Centre. This property is being offered without an asking price. Bronte Rd Legal property description: 2317 Yolanda Drive, Oakville, Parts 21 and 34, Ref plan 20R16612, zoned R03 residential Official Plan, low density residential. For more information please contact: Maynard Millman, manager of Realty Services at 905-845-6601 ext. 3022 or mmillman@oakville.ca The Town of Oakville reserves the right to reject at its sole discretion any or all offers and to withdraw this offering at any time. Bridge Rd Subject Land Yo la nd aD r Rebecca St