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Home My WebLink AboutThe Citizen, 2013-10-10, Page 18PAGE 18. THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, OCTOBER 10, 2013. 54 King St. Clinton 519-482-3951 Tea Hwy. 4 S. of Wingham 519-357-4484 www.thefiresidecafe.com The Fireside Cafe invites you to join us for a special event Tuesday, October 15, 7 pm Taste of Huron Food For Thought Dinner featuring: Blyth Farm Cheese Necessi-Tea’s of Wingham Check our website for more details and full menu RETIREMENT OpenHouse for Rita Moylan Saturday October 19 th, 2013 Northside United Church 54 Goderich St. West Seaforth 1—4 P.M. SincegraduatingfromSt.Joseph’sSchoolof NursinginLondon,ONin1964,Momhasprovided healthcarefornearly50years.Inrecognitionofall theseyears,weinviteyoutojoinustoacknowledge andcelebrateherretirement! Pleasenogifts. Ifyousodesire,a non-perishablefooditemormonetarygiftto theSeaforthFoodBankwouldbegratefullyaccepted Continued from page 1 an 18- to 20-foot wall or fence is another concern. “As verified via my conversations with professionals on the subject, it is entirely conceivable and highly probable that my commercial build- ing may be under threat due to increased snow load. For clarity, the developer’s plan calls for the con- struction of a wall, made from con- crete, to be topped with a wooden fence running along what the devel- oper believes to be the property line dividing our two businesses. Unfortunately for me, the prevailing winds are north and west and, given the geography of the properties, this means that the snow that would tra- ditionally blow through the corridor between the buildings will not be stopped.” Visibility of his business from traf- fic from the north, west and east were also cited as factors by McClinchey. “This obfuscation represents a massive blow to my walk-in and emergency/one-off business and, in this environment, it is reasonable to believe that my personal income potential will be likewise obstruct- ed,” said McClinchey, noting he has been in contact with a property appraiser to quantify the scope of the possible loss. Mayor Jim Ginn assured McClinchey council still has the power to ensure the development does not negatively impact the neighbouring business. “Site plan control is a powerful tool,” said Ginn. “Quite often, these things need to go back to the devel- oper to be reworked.” Planner Monica Walker-Bolton, who was present for other planning matters, said there are other issues that will also be addressed. “I don’t know if the applicant is going to be able to address all those issues, but I hope that he will be,” she added. Councillor Alison Lobb wondered whether McClinchey’s concerns would have been caught if he had not brought them before council to which Councillor Dan Colquhoun noted lighting’s impact on neigh- bours was not caught when lights were erected at the new arena com- plex in Clinton. Colquhoun also noted site planning issues are gener- ally handled by engineers and plan- ners. Council directed planning staff to address McClinchey’s issues as they relate to site control for the develop- ment. Londesborough United takes part in global event It was a day of celebration at Londesborough United Church on Oct. 6. The congregation was part ofWorld Wide Communion Sunday.Assisting Minister Terry Fletcherwith the Sacrament of Communionwere Brenda Konarski, AdrianSalverda, Grant and Sandy Bergsmaand Amanda and Darrell Bergsma.Terry told the congregation that hehad posted a greeting on their behalfon a website sending good wishesworldwide for this ecumenical com- munion observation. He read greet- ings he had found on the site from other churches - one in the United States, one in Australia and another in Quebec.Through the Sacrament ofBaptism the Londesborough congre-gation welcomed twins BiancaMaria and Dylan Theo, children ofFrank and Karen Gerretsen, into thefamily of God. Assisting Terry withthe Baptism were Darrell Bergsma,representing the session and SherriPostma, president of the UCW. Alarge number of Dylan and Bianca’s extended family were on hand to witness the first step of their faith journey. The senior choir sang a most appropriate anthem, suggested byKaren Gerretsen, “Tell YourChildren.”Terry Fletcher’s message wastitled “Good Advice”. Psalm 63 wasthe responsive reading. A passagefrom Ecclesiastes, Sirach 11:1-14was the supporting scripture. In thispassage and the Book ofEcclesiastes, Sirach offers advice forliving, reminding everyone that all good things come from the Lord. Similar advice can be found throughout the scriptures that recount Christ’s teachings. The advice found in the scriptures can becounted on as true/good advice.Terry remarked that in today’sworld one can find advice every-where on the social media.Not all advice found there couldbe considered good advice, sort of abuyer beware situation. On the otherhand the new commandment foundin 1 John, chapter 2 is the bestadvice, love one another. The senior choir will practice prior to the Thanksgiving service next Sunday. “A Healing World” is the theme for the UCW Fall Rally to be held at the Blyth United Church on Thursday, Oct. 17 beginning at 6:30 p.m. Contact Bernice at 519-526- 7581 for more info. By BRENDARADFORDCall 523-4296PEOPLE AROUND LONDESBORO NEWS FROM LONDESBORO Hullett focuses on empathy as attribute The character attribute under emphasis during October at Hullett Central Public School is ‘empathy’ - understanding how someone else feels. EQAO results from the spring test- ing have reached schools this week. Hullett results are encouraging. Grade 3 pupils at or above the provincial standard: reading 53 per cent, writing 68 per cent and math 59 per cent. Grade 6 pupils at or above the provincial standard: read- ing 80 per cent, writing 80 per cent and math 40 per cent. Radford’s Farm Equipment/post office extend a heartfelt thanks to everyone who stopped by last Friday and participated in our coffee break in support of the Alzheimer Society of Huron County. Your generosity for the association is overwhelming. Your donations actively support peo- ple in our own area, people you may know. Your dollars support these pro- grams. First Link Learning Series gives clients and their care givers an overview of the dementia journey. Support groups give dementia suf- ferers and their care givers a chance to share concerns and receive sup- port. Just for You is a volunteer com- panion program that matches a soci- ety volunteer with a client. These activities and socialization encour- age the client and give the care giver some respite time. The Alzheimer Society speaks to Grade 4 pupils throughout the coun- ty about the disease, recognizing they need to be aware of what may be happening to the seniors in their world and why. Many of these chil- dren have already watched ‘Nemo’ and recognized that the character/fish voiced by Ellen Degeneres, Dorie, has dementia. Donations also support an educa- tional session open to the public, professionals and care givers. The society has a lending library that is continually brought up to date with new information on Alzheimer’s dis- ease and related dementia.Central Huron council swayed by McClinchey’s concerns Central Huron Council is asking its planner to go speak to an appli- cant before it renders its decision on a surplus farm dwelling request on Burns Line. While addressing a public meet- ing for the planning advisory com- mittee on Oct. 1, planner Monica Walker-Bolton reported the appli- cant, George Hubbard, is seeking to sever a portion of land containing a surplus farm dwelling. She supports the request but recommends a small- er parcel of land be connected to the surplus dwelling since the Provincial Policy Statement seeks to keep prime agricultural land intact. Councillor Marg Anderson asked whether the applicant had been con- tacted with regard to the planner’s recommendation since it differs from the original request. Walker-Bolton acknowledged she had not spoken to the applicant about her recommended changes, but pledged to make it part of her practice in the future. “You raise a good point. I did not go to Mr. Hubbard and ask,” said Walker-Bolton. “I just know that it did not meet the policy.” Councillors directed her to com- municate the proposed changes to the applicant and to again appear before the planning committee at a later date. Surplus severance sent back to county planner by council By Cheryl Heath Special to The Citizen FASHION SHOW Thursday, October 17th 2013 Social at 6:30 p.m. Fashion Show 7:00 p.m. 9:00 p.m. My United Communities Hall (Clinton Arena) Bill Fleming Drive Tickets - $20 To purchase tickets call: (519) 528-2107 Fashions by In support of Wine Bar - Door Prizes - Sweet Treats - Silent Auction