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Home My WebLink AboutThe Citizen, 2011-12-08, Page 6PAGE 6. THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, DECEMBER 8, 2011. Lobb opposes turbine Hospice offers reflection time Recognizing creativity Blyth Legion President Andy Lubbers, and Second Vice Thelma Johnston visited Hullett Central Public School on Dec. 1 to award students for their contributions to the annual Remembrance Day Poster, Poetry and Essay contest. Back row, from left: Johnston, Holly Major who received an award for her second place finish in the Junior Essay Contest, Jazlen Wright who finished third in the Junior Black and White Poster contest, Michaela Rodger who finished second in the Junior Poem contest, Kelton Jeffrey who finished third in the Junior Essay contest and Lubbers. Front row, from left: Cole Pollard who won second place in the Primary Black and White Poster contest, Joey Scrimgeour who placed third in the Primary Black and White Poster contest, Ethan Scrimgeour who received a third place award for his Junior Poem entry, Parker Gibbings who submitted a piece that won the second place in the Junior Black and White contest, Teresa Atkinson who finished second in the Poem competition and first in the Essay competition and Brette Brohman who took top honours in the Primary Black and White Poster competition. (Denny Scott photo) Writer upsetwith Marshal THE EDITOR, Re: “Fire Marshal’s office clarify regulations” as reported in ‘The Citizen’ on Dec. 1. In my opinion a number of government agencies have make work programs to justify their existence and expansion. Mr. Evered states there are people holding private parties in farm settings for between 300 and 600 people where admission is charged. Where is the Liquor Control Board of Ontario? The County of Huron and townships have Land Use By-laws governing land use. The Townships would not be responsible if a property owner entered into this entertainment business unless first the Township was aware of the operation and second they did not enforce the existing Land Use Regulations. The Fire Marshal’s office is trying to intimidate the local municipal councils. The Fire Marshal’s office want all fire departments to have full-time fire chiefs. These regulations will help to justify their necessity and their workload. Fire chiefs in cities earn $100,000 in addition to benefits. If the local fire chiefs become union members, look out taxpayers. If necessary, the County of Huron could pass a bylaw disallowing commercial entertainment activities on farm properties unless they were properly licensed. This would solve the problem. This would fall under the County By-law officer’s duties. The private property owner who has private personal parties on their property would be totally responsible for any liability on their property and off. I do believe we have too much of big brothers’ hand in our pocketbook. Yours truly, Barry Currie, Brussels. THE EDITOR, In the past several weeks my office has been overwhelmed with phone calls and e-mails regarding the Canadian Auto Workers Union (CAW) wind turbine at the Family Education Centre. Last week, I had the pleasure of meeting with members of Saugeen Turbine Operation Policy (S.T.O.P.) and the Director of the CAW to ensure I was fully informed on this issue. The provincial government has not adequately addressed the health concerns surrounding industrial wind turbines near residential homes. The CAW is ignoring the wishes of the community by building an industrial wind turbine as close as 150 metres to residential property. Although this issue falls under the jurisdiction of the provincial government I am calling on the CAW to be good neighbours, listen and compromise with the community of Saugeen Shores. First and foremost, the CAW needs to hold an open public meeting to honour the community consultation process outlined in the Green Energy Act, a step that has not been taken or offered to the community to date. Secondly, the CAW should be willing to compromise with the community and find a mutually- agreeable solution. There are a number of alternatives the CAW could propose including installing solar panels, striving to adopt Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification for their buildings or relocate the wind turbine to an alternate location away from residential areas. Saugeen Shores is a beautiful place to live. This issue has already had a negative impact on people in the community. It would be unfortunate if this turbine was to negatively affect people’s way of life and their health. I am urging the CAW to be a good neighbour and work with the residents and council in Saugeen Shores to find a mutually-agreeable solution. Sincerely, Ben Lobb, MP Huron Bruce. THE EDITOR, I am enjoying the ‘Christmassy’ feeling when I drive through the towns of Huron County. The lamp- post decorations, the lights and other festivities are arousing the sense that Christmas is around the corner. For many this is an exciting time, watching the children with eagerness and wonderment as they anticipate the season of school dramas, musical events, vacations, making secret lists and ‘checking them many times’ to make sure they have the perfect gift for their loved ones. Huron Hospice Volunteer Service also wants to observe the season with those who might not be feeling the spirit of celebration this year – hurting … possible because of the death of a loved one, the sadness of family not able to join them, the issues around this summer’s storm…whatever the reason, grief cannot be ignored. Grief is not a respecter of time or age. We all have losses with which to manage. Huron Hospice is offering a “time of reflection” for anyone wishing to remember their loved one. Please come, share a memory of and enjoy some refreshments with volunteers of hospice and others who are hurting. There are three locations from which to choose. Drop in when it suits you. • Seaforth – Tuesday, Dec.13, 6 to 9 p.m., Northside United Church, (54 Goderich Street West) • Goderich – Wednesday, Dec. 14, 1 to 4 p.m., Knox Presbyterian Church, (9 Victoria Street North) • Wingham – Thursday, Dec. 15, 5 to 7:30 p.m., Wingham Library (281 Edward Street) Huron Hospice also has a Memory Tree set up in the Wingham Hospital, Terrace Room and the Seaforth Hospital. You can bring a special memento to hang on the tree, or use one provided. Come and stop a while, remember, reflect, perhaps write a short memory of your loved one in the Book of Memories. We hope you will feel welcome to come and ‘remember’ in whatever way may bring comfort to you. Yours truly, Kathy Procter, Manager Volunteers & Programs. 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