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Clinton News Record, 2014-10-08, Page 9CONTINUED FROM > PAGE 8 I am running because I would like to keep going what myself and other mem- bers of council have already accomplished in this term. Top 3 issues: 1. Taxes 2. Green energy act espe- cially as it relates to people in rural communities 3. Water and utility rates Education and/or work experience: I retired last year after working for 39 years in a managerial role with the LCBO; retired last year; man- agerial; leadership experi- ence; Manager of the Clinton LCBO Personal: Current involvements: Clinton Raceway Board and Radar Hockey Team Past involvements: Clinton Recreation Com- mittee, Clinton Minor Ball and Clinton Minor Hockey Contact information: 519-482-7840 Other: I am personally most con- cerned with taxes, Huron REACH and the infrastruc- ture in Central Huron. E O /O V a) U) a.) a a O O Gary Haist Why are you running? Why not? If you pay atten- tion, life lets you accumulate some knowledge and wis- dom. I'm running not because there's something terribly wrong with council (there isn't) but because I have something to contrib- ute to the municipality. Top 3 issues: 1. Wind turbines - I need to learn more about them; for right now I'd be inclined to stay away from commit- ting to any development deals. 2. OPP and Hullett - The recent Hullett Wildlife Area incident was needlessly dra- matic, as far as Sunday and Monday went. The Saturday night security update came from Mayor Ginn. Much appreciated, but it should have come from the OPP. I'm sure there was a way we could have got a calming update without compromis- ing the murder investigation. 3. Fire protection costs - Covering the north with the municipality of North Huron r--- is " is an ongoing debate. It's all part of spending ratepayer's money carefully and wisely, as well as any provincial or federal money. Education and/or work experience: - Completed 2 years of a 3 year Communication Arts program at Mohawk College. - Had a thirty-one year career as a Sales Representa- tive/General Manager at the Clinton News -Record, working with three marve- lous Editors, Jim Fitzgerald, Shelley McPhee and T. David Emslie. Then three years at Huron County Focus News- magazine, two years in Lon- don at telephone books, and a memorable year and a half as a church family portrait photographer at LifeTouch. - Member of the Optimist Club of Clinton since 1986. - Member of Clinton United Church, with seven years as Chairman of the Official Board. - Currently Chairman Board of Trustees. - Member for the duration of the Clinton KlompenFeest committee. Personal: Thanksgiving HOLIDAY DEADLINE... - Born and raised in Stoney Creek, Ontario. I've lived in Clinton for over 30 years. - I've been married for 33 years to Shelley McPhee, we have two delightful daugh- ters Caylan and Elizabeth. - I read, alternating fiction and non-fiction. (currently Chris Hadfield and `I am Malala' and Ken Follett's Century Trilogy book 3) - Am expanding my music collection, now including 1940's jazz Contact information: 519-482-9306; mchaist@ cablety on.ca Other: Hopefully there will be an all candidates meeting where voters can ask me anything that they would like to know. Kaushik Patel Why are you running? I am running to serve the community and bring out the best of the community. Top 3 issues: 1. Jobs/economy - when jobs and the economy are looked after peace and pros - For News, Classifieds & Advertising for October 15, 2014 issue. is THURS., OCT 9 AT 2PM pr OUR OFFICE WILL BE CLOSED MON., OCT. 13 k 6 Have a safe & happy holiday! From all of us at News Record 53 Albert St., Clinton 519-482-3443 Wednesday, October 8, 2014 • News Record 9 perity will come. 2. Highways and roads - improvement will offer bet- ter access to the big cities. 3. Poverty and mental health - we can't ignore the mental impact that poverty has on people. Education and/or work experience: - University degree in commerce specializing in accounting and administration - Local business owner Personal: My wife, two children and I live in Clinton. I love small towns: I was born in a small town and want to raise my family in a small town. Contact information: 519-955-3759; kaushik_ patel@hotmail com Other: I have gained a lot of expe- rience from family and friends and would carry any- one's issue - big or small. Adam Robinson Why are you running? I have long been inter- ested in local politics and the decision making process within a municipality and being involved in the com- munity I live in. As a young resident of Central Huron I would enjoy the chance to help shape the direction in which our municipality will take moving into the future! I am fortunate enough to have flexibility in my life which will allow me to dedi- cate myself to the position Top 3 issues: 1. Youth retention - we need to continue coming up with innovative ways to retain the talented youth that come from Central Huron to have them settle here and call Central Huron home. 2. Fiscal responsibility - council has a responsibility to spend our tax dollars properly. As a member of this community it is impor- tant to me that my tax dollars are spent intelligently and the bottom line is a priority. 3. Wind turbines - this issue seems very prominent in our area. Although I do not feel educated enough to weigh in on the situation CONTINUED > PAGE 10 NOTICE OF VOTING 2014 MUNICIPAL ELECTION Notice is hereby given that a municipal election will be conducted by the Municipality of Huron East for the following offices: • Grey Ward Councillor — two (2) to be elected • McKillop Ward Councillor — two (2) to be elected • Seaforth Ward Councillor — two (2) to be elected • Tuckersmith Ward Councillor — two (2) to be elected • French Public District School Board Trustee — one (1) to be elected by French Public School Electors Voting Day: Monday, October 27th, 2014 By -Law 20-2014 has authorized an alternative voting method and voting for the 2014 election will be by Internet or Telephone voting only. There are no paper ballots. Eligible electors will receive a Voter Information Letter (VIL) by regular mail with full instructions on the voting process. The VIL will contain your Personal Identification Number (PIN) that will be used in conjunction with your birthdate to access the internet or telephone voting system. The voting system will go live on Friday, October 10th, 2014 at 4:30 p.m. and will end on Monday, October 27th, 2014 at 8:00 p.m. You may vote by internet or telephone at any time during that period. For those eligible electors who do not have access to either a computer or telephone, a computerized voting kiosk and telephone will be available for voting at the municipal office during regular hours 8:30 a.m. — 5:00 p.m. Monday to Friday starting October 14, 2014 and from 8:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Voting Day October 27, 2014. If you require help, your VIL provides the telephone number of the Help Desk or you may call or attend at the Municipal Office, 72 Main Street South, Seaforth (519) 527-0160 during regular business hours, 8:30 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. Voter Identification Letters were mailed the week of September 29th, 2014. If you are an eligible elector and did not receive a VIL, please contact the Municipal Office. An individual qualifies to vote if; • You are at least 18 years old on Election Day (October 27, 2014), • You are a Canadian Citizen, • You or your spouse lives, rents or owns property in the municipality and You are not otherwise prohibited by law from voting. Brad Knight, Clerk/Returning Officer Municipality of Huron East OTE