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Rick Di Lorenzo

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2025 is forecasted to be a difficult year. Milton’s local municipal property tax is increasing over 9% while unemployment is worsening. The economy is threatened by the incoming United States administration. Our federal budget deficit continues to grow which hinders our ability to fight any future recession. The Town of Milton is in court battling CN Railroad on the harmful impacts their Intermodal will have on our community.

The Milton Pickleball Association Inc (MPA) is proud to call the Town of Milton home. As a not-for-profit
organization, their mission is simple but powerful: to share the joy of pickleball with everyone in our
community. As the fastest-growing sport in North America, Pickleball is accessible to players of all ages and skill levels. Whether you’re a beginner picking up a paddle for the first time or an experienced competitor looking for a challenge, MPA has something for everyone.

There are many interesting happenings around the Milton area. Vibrant outside activities can be seen especially during the summer months when citizens leave their cars at home or in a handy spot and spend their free time walking about, enjoying all that the town has to offer.

The Farmers’ Market attracts a multitude of citizens, many of whom rise early on Saturday Morning to buy fresh produce, meet friends, walk their dogs, listen to musicians, and also discover local artists,armed with paints and brushes painting au ‘Plein Air’. These talented people may be painting scenes at the market depicting swarms of local people around the colourful tents and shop fronts.

The annual event on June 19th recognized the volunteers at the Milton Seniors Activity Centre (MSAC). MSAC has more than 80 volunteers that help run programs, fundraising, food service and special events. Milton Town Staff said they could not operate the centre without the time and dedication provided by these volunteers. One highlight of the event was Miltonian Martha Shire receiving the Canadian Sovereign’s Medal for Volunteers which is the highest honour an individual can receive for Volunteer Service in Canada. Martha has volunteered for Milton District Hospital, the Canadian Red Cross, Friends of the Orphans as well as her continued volunteer work at the Milton Seniors Centre. Councillor Sarah Marshall served as Acting Mayor today to give Martha her medal and thank the many other MSAC volunteers who were in attendance