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HomeMy WebLinkAboutHuron Expositor, 2016-04-13, Page 66 Huron Expositor • Wednesday, April 13, 2016 Recreation talks in Seaforth Shaun Gregory Huron Expositor Recreation centres, recre- ation centres seemed to be a hot topic of discussion once again. Most of council agreed that a "strategic plan" is essential to move forward in the financial dilemma that has been constantly brewing in the background. In a rather joking manner, Seaforth Ward Coun. Nathan Marshall was one of the first to express to council what he believed needed to be done. Nevertheless, he said that for quite some time everyone in council has known about the situation relating to Huron East's three community centres. "September 18, 2014, was when it was brought up. It's been on the agenda since then and we haven't done a damn thing," Marshall replied to council after Mayor Bernie MacLellan i6 "September 18, 2014, was when it was brought up. It's been on the agenda since then and we haven't done a damn thing," Seaforth Ward Coun. Nathan Marshall replied to council after Mayor Bernie MacLellan enquired about the table's opinion on the matter. enquired about the table's opinion on the matter. Realizing the importance of the most popular topic in the budget, the mayor sug- gested for Marshall to make a motion. "To do what?" responded Marshall in a higher pitch to his voice. "I've already done that." Brussels Ward councillor, David Blaney sat almost directly across from Marshall at the large U-shaped table in Seaforth's aged town hall. He told all of his fellow col- leagues to wait until all the recreational centres con- sulted with their specific committees. "Because if you are going to do anything you are going to need the community behind you. I don't think it's solely our decision," Blaney said. "What we're saying is the ratepayers are not using fi�fi C•M115I& iiTT7 At a Huron East council meeting talks about the recreation facilities came up once again. the buildings enough. Well maybe we should ask rate- payers if they have some ideas about usage or their reason why they are not using the buildings:' During the approximate 20 minute conversation not much regarding the Vanastra Recreation Centre was brought up, most talks revolved around the arena sector. The mayor said Sea - forth and Brussels' arenas both have pros and cons in their overall ways of func- tioning financially. "Seaforth doesn't do a great job at renting their hall, but their arena is the busiest part of the facility," explained the mayor and also added that the revenue from Brus- sels' arena is the opposite, it is flourishing from the hall standpoint but not so good when it comes to ice activities. "Too bad the two of them were not half way between, we would have one great complex. But that's just not a practical location. Defending his ward, Shaun Gregory Blaney quoted the head of the municipality's com- ments as a "little harsh" referring to the fact that Brussels' arena is not exceeding particular stand- ards connected to the ongo- ing conversation of ice. "They don't have a hockey team like the Centenaires. They don't have several things that Seaforth does," stated Blaney. "More power to Seaforth, because it lowers the costs." The next council meeting is set for April 19. Become a volunteer CANWARN storm spotter The County of Huron is pleased to announce that Environment Canada is offering a free CANWARN training session in our region this spring. CANWARN volunteers are trained to look for clues in the sky that indicate severe weather may be approach- ing. When members spot severe weather, they send their reports to Environment Canada meteorologists who use the information to refine their forecast or prepare a severe weather watch or warning. CANWARN training is open to members of the public who have an interest in weather monitoring and reporting. The session in our region will occur on April 20 from 7 to 9:30 p.m. at the Emergency Services Train- ing Centre, 40193 Blyth Road, Blyth, Ontario. Individuals interested in participating are required to register by contacting Geoff Coulson, Warning Prepared- ness Meteorologist at Individuals interest in participating are required to register by contacting Geoff Coulson, warning prepared- ness Meteorologist at geoff. coulson@canada.ca. liiJRC'H I You are invited to attend these area churches ST. THOMAS ANGLICAN 21 Jarvis St., Seaforth Church Office 519-527-1522 holyspirit©tcc.on.ca The Rev. Lynn Mitchell Interim Priest Sunday April 17 Worship at 9:30am followed by Coffee Hour in support of Huron Church Camp Bursaries Tues. April 19 at 1:30pm Council Meets Thursday April 28 at 7pm Dessert & Coffee & Presentation by the Reids of their mission work in Tanzania • Everyone Welcome EGMONDVILLE UNITED CHURCH Worship Leader Pastor Steve Hildebrand April 17th-10.30am Youth Sunday School 10:30am Everyone Welcome For more information view our website n www.egmondvilleunitedchurch.com NI BETHEL BIBLE CHURCH An Associated Gospel Church 126 Main St. Seaforth 519-527-0982 Interim Pastor: Rev. Laurie Morris April 17-11 am Offer Hospitality to One Another April 19 -10 am Maplewood Manor Service Sunday School for all ages 9:45 a.m. TUESDAY EVENINGS: Youth Groups Junior & Senior High 6:30 - 9 p.m. Boys & Girls Club 6:45 p.m. Wednesdays 7 p.m. Men's & Womens Bible Study ee)' EVERYONE WELCOME FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 59 Goderich St. W. Seaforth 519-527-0170 Lorrie Mann - Organist Sunday Worship April 17 - 11 am Guest Minister: Rev. Zander Dunn Sunday School Nursery Provided as Needed �� ALL WELCOME fi�fi C•M115I& iiTT7 At a Huron East council meeting talks about the recreation facilities came up once again. the buildings enough. Well maybe we should ask rate- payers if they have some ideas about usage or their reason why they are not using the buildings:' During the approximate 20 minute conversation not much regarding the Vanastra Recreation Centre was brought up, most talks revolved around the arena sector. The mayor said Sea - forth and Brussels' arenas both have pros and cons in their overall ways of func- tioning financially. "Seaforth doesn't do a great job at renting their hall, but their arena is the busiest part of the facility," explained the mayor and also added that the revenue from Brus- sels' arena is the opposite, it is flourishing from the hall standpoint but not so good when it comes to ice activities. "Too bad the two of them were not half way between, we would have one great complex. But that's just not a practical location. Defending his ward, Shaun Gregory Blaney quoted the head of the municipality's com- ments as a "little harsh" referring to the fact that Brussels' arena is not exceeding particular stand- ards connected to the ongo- ing conversation of ice. "They don't have a hockey team like the Centenaires. They don't have several things that Seaforth does," stated Blaney. "More power to Seaforth, because it lowers the costs." The next council meeting is set for April 19. Become a volunteer CANWARN storm spotter The County of Huron is pleased to announce that Environment Canada is offering a free CANWARN training session in our region this spring. CANWARN volunteers are trained to look for clues in the sky that indicate severe weather may be approach- ing. When members spot severe weather, they send their reports to Environment Canada meteorologists who use the information to refine their forecast or prepare a severe weather watch or warning. CANWARN training is open to members of the public who have an interest in weather monitoring and reporting. The session in our region will occur on April 20 from 7 to 9:30 p.m. at the Emergency Services Train- ing Centre, 40193 Blyth Road, Blyth, Ontario. Individuals interested in participating are required to register by contacting Geoff Coulson, Warning Prepared- ness Meteorologist at Individuals interest in participating are required to register by contacting Geoff Coulson, warning prepared- ness Meteorologist at geoff. coulson@canada.ca.