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Frequently Asked Questions: Emissions concern at Pyramid Recreation Centre

Posted on Friday, September 08, 2017 01:00 PM

Background

On Thursday, September 7, 2017, arena staff received complaints of an air-quality issue in the Pyramid Recreation Centre.

Upon investigation Town staff detected higher than acceptable levels of Carbon Monoxide (CO) (over 25 parts per million) on the facility’s two ice pads (Rock Rink and Blue Rink). Testing revealed that Zamboni emissions were the source of the CO. The Zamboni has since been repaired and the facility is now safe for public use.

Frequently Asked Questions

What areas of the...

Emission concern resolved at Pyramid Recreation Centre

Posted on Thursday, September 07, 2017 04:30 PM

UPDATE: For more details, please visit our Frequently Asked Questions webpage.

On Thursday, September 7, 2017, arena staff received complaints of an air-quality issue in the Pyramid Recreation Centre.

Arena staff immediately investigated the area. It was determined that the Zamboni may have been emitting unusual levels of Carbon Monoxide. To resolve the issue both rinks were ventilated and the Zamboni was sent for repairs. The Ministry of Labour was also made aware of the situation.

The facility and...

Aquatics Centre to be closed for annual maintenance September 5 to 24

Posted on Monday, August 21, 2017 11:15 AM

Town recreation staff will offer plenty of exercise alternatives

The Town is encouraging patrons affected by the Aquatics Centre annual maintenance closure to try some of its “land-based” fitness programs. The Aquatics Centre closure will take place from Tuesday, September 5 to Sunday, September 24.

Morning “aqua-fitters” may be interested in group fitness and falls prevention exercise classes on Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. at the Friendship Centre. These classes...

Town of St. Marys revs up for sixth annual Car Show

Posted on Wednesday, August 02, 2017 04:15 PM

On Saturday, August 19, Milt Dunnell Field will travel back in time as it hosts the sixth annual St. Marys Car Show. The event is open to all vintage vehicles and is an opportunity for owners and enthusiasts to come together in a celebration of classic cars.

Registration for the event begins at 10:00 a.m. and is open until 12:00 p.m. There is a $10 entry fee for each car and the first 150 owners to arrive will receive a goodie bag that includes a souvenir dash plaque. Registrants will also be entered...

Town seeking public input on proposed renaming of Wellington Street Bridge

Posted on Wednesday, August 02, 2017 09:00 AM

UPDATE: The survey for the proposed renaming of the Wellington Street Bridge is now closed. Thank you for your input! 

The Town of St. Marys is seeking the public’s feedback on a proposal to rename the Wellington Street Bridge.

At a Council meeting on Tuesday, July 25, 2017, Councillor Don Van Galen recommended the structure be renamed the Elizabeth Bridge in honour of Queen Elizabeth II. The bridge is currently undergoing a complete replacement and could potentially be given a new name when it...