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228 229 gional airport.At this point, they only provide charter service, but they are looking at offering international and domestic flights. It’s part of a larger plan, because Toronto Pearson Airport is prettymuch at capacity, so regional airports are in the running for expansion opportunities.That would be great for the region.” And,while Peterborough hasn’t had a passenger rail system for 25 years,VIARail is very interested in reviving that service in the area.“We also have Hwy. 407 almost complete to the 115,” says Chittick,“that will bring a lot more people this way from the GTA (Greater Toronto Area).And we have many regional roads going through the municipality.This is cottage country, so they’re looking for ways to get to the north.” Selwyn Township has a population just over 17,000, plus an influx of non-residents in the summer; al- though more and more people are converting their three-season cottage into a four-season home, and living there year-round.According to Chittick,“A lot of our planning applications are cottage conversions. They want to move here.They can work from home, it’s cheaper.We have the lowest tax rate in the County of Peterborough, and pretty good broadband con- nectivity, even though the demand is exponential in terms of how people are using it, especially for those working remotely.” The communities of Lakefield, Bridgenorth, Ennis- more,Young’s Point, and half of Buckhorn make up the Township; it’s these small centers that welcome people to shop, and dine, and experience Selwyn’s charming character.A bevy of summer festivals and activities, such as the Lakefield Jazz Festival, the En- nismore Shamrock Festival, and the Lakefield Literary Festival draw even more visitors to the region. In the winter, Polarfest has events going on throughout the Township, and was featured on national television news last year as a must-go destination. As for residential growth, Chittick says,“Certainly, we’re experiencing positives from the housing boom that’s going on throughout the province. Lakefield properties, especially, are on the market and selling SELWYN TOWNSHIP, ONTARIO OUR RESULTS ARE PROVEN. TIME AND TIME AGAIN, OUR CLIENTS TELL US THAT WILLS CONSISTENTLY DELIVERS RESULTS. THAT’S MUSIC TO OUR EARS. 150 Jameson Drive Peterborough, Ontario K9J0B9 705-742-2297 www.dmwills.com At our core, it’s our belief that a project cannot truly be successful unless there’s a solid, respectful relationship established with clients, contractors, approval agencies and communities. Our clients trust us to deliver projects on time and within budget. They also know that we’re available to talk, listen, and brainstorm throughout the process to ensure that the end result is one everyone is satisfied with. Structural Municipal Transportation Environmental Water Resources Contract Administration D.M. WILLS ASSOCIATES LIMITED Partners in Engineering We welcome you to give us a call and experience the Wills’ difference or visit our website to learn more of the services we offer. D.M. WILLS ASSOCIATES | PARTNERS IN ENGINEERING Selwyn Township has been a valuedWills client and partner since 1988. In that time, we have completed more than 250 engineering assignments in the township including roads, storm sew- ers, water mains, water treatment plants, sewage treatment plants, traffic signals, studies on flood plains and stormwater management, among many others. Our team of dedicated, experienced, and personable professionals have built a reputation of ex- cellence in the community. Our employees are not only committed to the engineering profession, but also to our clients. Our people are our difference. With only two Presidents since the compa- ny’s inception we provide clients and employees with solid leadership and long-term stability. The core of our company is the lasting partnerships we develop with our clients and their com- munities. We strive to build partnerships rooted in respect and responsibility, while focused on engineering solutions that add value. As we plan to celebrate our 30th anniversary in 2018, let us show you what sets us apart. Your challenges are our challenges and your success is our success. Partnership is at the core or every- thing we do, and the stronger the partnership, the better the solution. Please visit www.dmwills.com to learn more.