The City of Sault Ste. Marie is preparing a by-law to licence, regulate and govern scrap metal facilities. As part of this process, two consultation meetings will be held to seek input.
The following consultation meetings will take place:
Public Meeting (public at large)
Date: August 10, 2023
Time: 4 – 7 p.m. (come and go)
Location: Steelton Room, Northern Community Centre, 556 Goulais Avenue
Stakeholder Meeting (local businesses)
Date: August 15, 2023
Time: 4 – 6 p.m. (come and go)
Location: Russ Ramsay Room, Ronald A. Irwin Civic Centre, 99 Foster Drive.
With the growing significance of scrap metal operations in the community, the City recognizes the need for a robust framework that ensures the safety, environmental responsibility, and orderly development of such facilities. The intention of this proposed by-law is to strike a balance between supporting businesses and minimizing any adverse impact on the surrounding neighbourhoods and the environment.
City officials will have a preliminary framework of the by-law for review with topics including but not limited to:
- Licensing and permit requirements
- Zoning and location criteria to ensure compatibility with surrounding areas.
- Operating hours for scrap metal facilities.
- Safety protocols including storage and handling of scrap metals.
- Environmental regulations to address potential pollution or hazardous materials.
All residents and industry representatives are encouraged to attend. The insights gathered from the meeting will play a vital role in shaping the final version of the by-law. If you are unable to attend a session but would like to provide input, a draft copy of the by-law is available here.
Email comments to bylaw.proposals@cityssm.on.ca