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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 2010-05-20, Page 14PAGE 14. THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, MAY 20, 2010. Classified Advertisements Tenders Tenders Tenders MUNICIPALITY OF HURON EAST (BRUSSELS) BURGESS STREET RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT No. 09008, CONTRACT No. 1 Sealed tenders, addressed to the Public Works Manager, Barry Mills, Municipality of Huron East, 72 Main Street South, Box 610, Seaforth, ON N0K 1W0, will be received by him until: 12:00 noon, Friday, May 28, 2010 The work includes approximately: 2450 m3 of earth excavation 1700 tonnes of Granular “A” 2800 tonnes of Granular “B” 400 tonnes of asphalt in 2010 400 tonnes of asphalt in 2011 725 m of curb and gutter 240 lineal metres of various size storm sewer (200 mm dia. to 525 mm dia.) 120 lineal metres of 200mm dia. sanitary sewer 360 lineal metres of various size watermain (100 mm dia. to 150 mm dia.) as well as other work incidental thereto. Plans, specifications and tender forms may be obtained from the office of the undersigned upon payment of a non-refundable fee of $30.00. This fee includes all taxes. A certified cheque in the amount of $25,000 must accompany each bid. Lowest or any tender may not necessarily be accepted. B. M. ROSS AND ASSOCIATES LIMITED Consulting Engineers 62 North Street Goderich, ON N7A 2T4 Phone: (519) 524-2641 Fax: (519) 524-4403 www.bmross.net All 165 Ontario Provincial Police detachments are taking part in the annual Canada Road Safety Week campaign aimed at making this country’s roads the safest in the world. This year’s campaign began on May 18 and will run until 11:59 p.m. on May 24. “The goal of Canada Road Safety Week is to increase public compliance with safe driving measures and, ultimately, to save lives,” OPP Commissioner Julian Fantino said in a press release. “We will be targetting aggressive drivers, those who drink and drive and those who don’t buckle up. We will also be watching for motorists who don’t slow down and, where possible, move over when passing an emergency vehicle is parked on the shoulder of the road with its emergency lights flashing.” Last year in Ontario, 322 people were killed in crashes on roads patrolled by the OPP. Transport Canada statistics for 2006, the last full year available, indicated that 2,889 people were killed in collisions across the country and another 15,281 were seriously injured. To date in 2010, there has been one person killed and 55 more injured in collisions because they weren’t wearing a seatbelt. For many years, the OPP, along with police agencies across the country have collaborated to raise awareness regarding issues of public safety on our roads,” South Huron OPP Detachment Commander Inspector Bill Klym said. “We also use this campaign to demonstrate our commitment to public safety and community wellness.” Canada Road Safety Week supports Canada’s Road Safety Vision 2010, a plan to make Canada’s roads the safest in the world in 2010. On May 28 and 29, the streets of Huron and Perth Counties will be filled with the sound of roaring motorcycles cruising their way from Shakespeare to Goderich as they take The Forbidden Ride. Perth and Huron Counties have once again partnered together to support the Huron and Perth Big Brothers and Big Sisters organizations while offering all motorcycle enthusiasts a fun weekend adventure they’ll never forget. The Forbidden Ride weekend will kick off with a police-escorted ride through downtown Stratford to the Stratford Shakespeare Festival for Biker’s Night. On May 28, all Forbidden Riders can purchase $50 tickets to the witty romantic comedy As You Like It. To order tickets call the Stratford Shakespeare Festival at 1-800-567- 1600 and quote savings code 31394. Following the play, riders can enjoy the hospitality of one of our motorcycle-friendly accommodations. On Saturday morning, after breakfast at one of the local restaurants, the riders will be heading to the Perth County Welcome Centre and Artisan Market in Shakespeare to begin The Forbidden Ride. The cost to participate in the ride is $25 for the first rider and $15 for a passenger, with all of the proceeds being donated to the Huron and Perth Big Brothers and Big Sisters organizations. The Forbidden Ride will run from countryside to coastline, with bikers stopping in at least five different towns to collect stamps on the “roads less travelled”. Riders will stop at various attractions throughout the two counties to explore the luscious landscape and forbidden finds. The trip will end on The Cove beach in Goderich, for a barbecue featuring local foods, live music and great prizes. Only the first 300 participants registered are guaranteed the delicious local bites at the end of their journey through Huron-Perth. By registering for The Forbidden Ride event by May 7, you’ll receive a free year-long subscription to Motorcycle Mojo magazine and be eligible to win a brand new $700 patio set. The second annual Forbidden Ride event is also the launch of the second edition of the Ride Huron-Perth Motorcycle Map that guides motorcyclists to motorcycle-friendly roads, restaurants and accommodations in the two-county region. Leading the ride is Forbidden Couple, Jamie and Barb Caldwell, whose bikers’ romance walks the line. Chris (Little Brother) and Bill (Big Brother) will be leading the ride as well on behalf of Perth and Huron Big Brothers and Sisters. Visit www.ridethecounties.ca to download the registration form. For more information contact the Perth County Visitors Association office at 1-888-366-0160. OPP out in force this weekend Forbidden Ride hits road May 28, 29 By Reba Jefferson The second meeting of the Wawanosh 4-H Club’s Small But Mighty Machines Club was held on Saturday, May 8 at 10 a.m. at Huron Tractor in Blyth. Mary Kate Higgins opened the meeting with the pledge and then led roll call which asked members ways to be safe while working on small engines. Members answered with wearing proper equipment, keeping the work area clean and more. Mary Ellen Foran then introduced the club to Bob Mommersteeg, who has been the Service Manager at Huron Tractor for 10 years. Bob asked the members what three things an engine needs to run, the club knew that air, fuel and spark were needed. Bob then showed the club various engine parts. He pointed out the carburetor, spark plug, cylinder, air filter and more on a lawn mower engine. He also talked about the differences between two and four- stroke engines and pointed out the advantages and disadvantages of each. Four-stroke chainsaw engines are now being manufactured. The members learned that an engine’s name plate gives information that is needed by mechanics when repairing them. Bob then informed the club on the best way to store their lawn mower for the winter. If a battery is kept in a garage with a temperature just above freezing, this helps prolong the life of the battery. Members and leaders then asked a variety of questions relating to small engines. Sophie Jefferson thanked Bob for his excellent job of informing the club on small engines. The club then enjoyed hotdogs and hamburgers sold by Grey 4-H. Next the members completed worksheets on two and four-stroke engines and nameplates. The next meeting will be held on Wednesday, May 19 at 4:15 p.m. at F.E. Madill Secondary School. Wawanosh 4-H club visits dealership Ready, Set, Plant! The second meeting of the Grey Township Dirt Devils was held at the Cranbrook Hall on Friday, May 14. During the business it was discussed that the Brussels Lions Club have graciously offered the club the opportunity to volunteer at the Brussels Elimination Draw on Saturday, June 5. This is something that the members really enjoyed doing last year. After the business we were ready to get dirty. The club made homemade seed tape, which will be great for gardeners on a rainy day. The seed tape is made of a long strip of toilet paper with two to three seeds per square. A paste of flour and water holds the seeds to the tape. These tapes are biodegradable and make the best use of seeds, eliminating the need to thin the rows later. The next activity was to plant some mystery seeds. Members were given five seeds to plant in the seed tape in prepared soil. The soil was mixed with peat moss, compost and organic fertilizer. Members then returned to their books. They were encouraged to read over the information in their books before they plant their gardens, within the next few weeks, if the weather co-operates. At the end of the meeting, members played the Grey Township version of the game show Minute to Win It, then enjoyed snacks brought in by members and pop that was generously donated by Huron Tractor in Blyth. Grey Twp. ‘Dirt Devils’ start gardening program Youth employment centre open in Listowel The Listowel Service Canada Centre for Youth (SCCY) is now open to the public. The office is ready to assist businesses and young workers with their summer employment needs. In the coming weeks, Youth Services Officers will be contacting local employers to make them aware that the SCCY is now open and ready to assist them in any way it can. The SCCY links youth and employers. The Centres provide young people with job postings, interview advice, résumé building and job search strategies and employers with a location to post job openings. The SCCY also provides valuable information on health and safety in the workplace. This year, employers interested in using the services and youth looking for summer employment can visit the Listowel SCCY between 8:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. at 210 Main Street East call 519-291-2922, fax 519- 291-5848 for more information.