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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Exeter Times-Advocate, 1965-09-10, Page 1Select committee tours watershed Members of the Ontario's se- lect committee on conservation apthorities inspected the Ausable River aethoritY's district Thorpe day afternoon as part of their tour of various authorities in Ontario. Members of the committee in- dieated, following a. lunch stop at the Lucan Motel, that they have noted some great differ, ences in the authorities they have visited, In general these fall into two areas, the Grand Metro and Thames in one and the smaller authorities in the other, The purpose of the visit was to view firsthand what has been done by the authority as well as finding out what is proposed and what their needs are The select committee will bear briefs from all 34 apthorities in the province after October 15, It is expected that many of these briefs will suggest greater par- ticipation in these programs by the senior levels of government. The Ausable watershed was the 25th the committee has vis- ited this summer and the fourth one visited on the tour last week which started Tuesday. Other authorities visited last week in- cluded the Spencer, Maitland and Grand River. The committee and members Of the tour party stopped tq view the site of the Parkhill dam and then to the Ausa.ble River 'cut' Where problems of Sediment near the river mouth Were dis- cussed. indications are that the main problem in the Ausable authority is the sparse population over Which to assess the cost of au- thority projects. An example of this is the Parkhill dam which will cost an estimated $2,000,000. There are only 12,000 persons in the watershed and yet this area must Garry 25 per cent of the cost after grants are received from federal and provincial gov- ernments. Some members of the authority feel that adjoining areas sharp the benefits of these projects and so should share some of the cost. Others feel that some type of sliding grant scale should be brought into effect that would bring higher grants to areas where there is little poptdation. The Ausable authority takes in 600 square miles and includes Parts of Perth, Heron, Middle- sex and Lambton counties. The committee, through in- vestigation have found that in the Vnited States the senior gov- ernments assume a greater share of the cost than do the govern- ments in Canada. Members of the select com- mittee are 1VIPps Maurice Ham- ilton (Renfrew North), R..1, Har ris (Beaches), Louis M. Hodg- son (Scarborough East), George A, Kerr (Halton), Donald Q. MacDonald (York South), W. Dar- cy McKeough (Kent West), Rob- ert F. Nixon (Brant), Neil L. olde (Middlesex south), Farquhar Oliver (Grey SOutb), Donald A. Paterson (Essex South), Gordon Pittoek (Oxford), and Allan E, Reuter (Waterloo South), Mr. Kerr, Mr. McKeough, Mr. Nixon, Mr. Oliver and Mr. Reuter plisse ed yesterday's trip due to other commitments, while Mr. Olde had to drop out after lunch. Select committee visits Ausable watershed Members of the Legislature's Select Committee on conservation authorities toured the Ausable water- shed last Thursday afternoon. Shown here following lunch at Lucan are Donald C. MacDonald, M.P.P. York South; R. J. Harris, M.P.P. Toronto; Fred Dobbs, Exeter; chairman of the select committee Arthur D. Evans, M.P.P., Simcoe Centre and H. G. Hooe, B. Sc.F., technical advisor, Toronto and formerly of Exeter. (T-A photo) Ninety-third Year EXETER, ONTARIO, SEPTEMBER 10, 1965 Price Per Copy 10 Cents SHDHS land trade would enlarge playing field Council served writ for damages members vote to defend action Council members were cool to the proposal that they should donate the land to the school board. Members of the board pointed out that this was not a major item and that the high school is actually Exeter's big- gest industry. They pointed out the number of staff members who live in Exeter and suggested that there is some feeling in the area that Exeter gets all the ad- vantage of having the school here. A suggestion by reeve Derry Boyle that the high school board meet with the RAP committee in regards to using the fairground property as a playing field was rejected by members. This they indicated would be too far away from the school. A spokesman indicated that the time involved would make the proposal costly and said, "We're running a high priced institution". By being dependent on the RAP the board would face numerous problems as there would be no way the board could get owner- ship of the property although it is possible a long term lease could be negotiated. The delegation decided to take the offer to trade properties back to the school board for a decision and notify council if they intend to act on this proposal. riders compete for fop money strength end skill against the brOrics. Iii MIS photo a cowboy is just finishing tying a calf after roping it. Saturday afternoon only two contestants managed to rope and tie the calf` assigned to them. (T-A photo) Council votes against assessment equalization A man walked away happy A man who has played in the band in Exeter for 35 years walked away from council Monday evening a happy man. He was happy because members of coun- cil agreed to sell him old band instruments and uni- forms which have laid around in storage for years. He was happy because he would have the opportunity to start a children's band on his own, at his own ex- pense and happy that there is now a prospect to have a band in Exeter. Council had several people view the equipment during the last two weeks and all opinions indicated that the instruments and band equipment were of little value. Some of the uniforms might be alright if cleaned but others are worth nothing. Bruce Cann read about the band instruments in the newspaper and saw this as an opportunity to start a band, He offered council $50 for all the instruments and equipment "lock, stock and barrel". lie assured council that the equipment would not go out of Exeter. "They'll be put to good use" he told members as he walked away from the council chambers. "If you see them on fair day, you'll know it's us". Council has been paying $60 a year rent for storage for this equipment as well as insurance. In unanimously approving the sale members also decided to cancel the rental: the building and insurance, iV Te eem.. :eeeee Members of council have ap- proved an exchange of land in the vicinity of the high school, with the South Huron District High Stephen Township will buy buses Stephen Township council has approved an expenditure of $50,- 000 for school buses and a gar- age for the Township school area. The decision was made at the regular meeting of council Tues- day evening. The tender of L, H. Turnbull was accepted for repairs to Mud Creek drain which includes dig- ging and levelling. Council will start proceedings to have a vote in regards to having a men's beverage room and cocktail bar in the Township. James Cook of Centralia and Stan Holubowicz, Dashwood approach- ed council with this request. The two men will be required to post a bond of $500. In other council business it was decided to have the road super- intendent call for tenders for paving roads at Centralia and Crediton. School board which would give the board an additional 66 feet to be used for a playing field. In return council will receive 66 feet of land on the opposite side of the school which will allow access to land which is pre- sently undeveloped at the school. The trade is subject to the ap- proval of the school board which will meet next Tuesday. A delegation from the board approached council Monday even- ing asking that the town donate the 66 foot right of way near Gidley Street to allow sufficient width for a new track and football field. The board has an option to purchase a section of land adjacent to its present property but needed as- surance from council that it could have at least part of this right of way in order to utilize the land which is under consideration to purchase. Members of council pointed out that they must have a G6 foot right of way for roads in order to qualify for subsidies. Rather than leave an area near the school isolated it was suggested that the board trade a 66 foot strip on the opposite side of the school. Clerk Eric Carscadden told members that new regulations make it necessary for all asses- sors to be licenced thus making it harder for some municipalities to replace assessors. New as- sessors without experience must take a course before they can be licenced which could make it more expensive to hire them. The changes and the strength- eningof the county government are being brought about by the pres- sure of rural and urban growth. Councillors agreed that this is not as acute in IIuron County as it is in some but the changes are being forced by the Ontario Municipal Board. Reeve Boyle pointed out that every measure such as this takes away from local autonomy. He said he thought the motion would be defeated at the county level despite the fact that the commit- tee which studies this recom- mended that it be accepted. Councillors indicated they felt that Exeter is in an excellent position with a clerk-treasurer- assessor and a deputy clerk and said they felt the town is well assessed. Other municipalities in the county however are not as fortunate. There were thrills and spills and a few minor injuries at the second annual rodeo sponsored by the Exeter Saddle Club Sat- urday and Sunday afternoon, At- tendance was up over last year as was the prize money dis- tributed to contestants, Officials of the rodeo indicated the sue-, cess this year makes it almost certain that the rodeo will con-, tinue to be held at Exeter on an annual basis. Well over $2,000 was distri- buted in prize money to riders who came from across Canada and the United StateS to compete. A dance Saturday evening round-, ed out the two day event. ConteStants and spectators a- like stayed in the area for the Weekend, some in trailers and tents at the rodeo grounds while others filled motele in Exeter and tucan as well as area hotels. Ron TSchanz of IieSpler was the big individual money winner. Riding in the bare back brans The town of Exeter is being sued for damages resulting from flooding it was revealed at coun- cil Monday evening. A writ was presented to clerk Eric Carscad- den on Friday charging the Town of Exeter and Canadian Canners Ltd. with responsibility for flood- ing on the farm owned by M. Dzioba. No amount of the damages was mentioned in the writ which comes under the jurisdiction of the county court (members were given to understand that this Clerk appointed Mrs. Paul Schenk, of Crediton, has been appointed clerk-treas- urer and tax collector for Ste- phen Township. Mrs. Schenk will assume her new duties effective September 20. She succeeds Ross Haugh who held this position for the past four years. Mr. Haugh resigned due to illness. Boy injured at Elimville An area boy, Ralph Batten, eight-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. John Batten of Elimville was taken to St. Joseph's Hos- pital London Friday suffering a broken leg. The boy was riding his bicycle on Huron County Road 6 when he was in collision with a car near the main intersection of Elim- ville about noon oil Friday. Driver of the car was Robert Miller, 16, of RR 1, Woodham. The boy was first taken to South Huron Hospital Exeter and later transferred to London. London hospital officials listed the boy's condition as satisfac- tory. competition Saturday and Sunday events, Ron received $176 in prize money. Heidi E isenschink, three-year , old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George Eisenschink was the win- ner of the pony draw. The Eisen- schieks will keep the pony and have already purchased a saddle for it. Winner in the saddle brOnc riding competition Saturday was Joe Fatten of Ileepeler while Peter VanEerd of Windsor won the, Sunday competition. Riders had to stay on the broncs for 10 seconds and points were awarded for style and riding ability. in the calf roping competition Saturday afternoon Jack Robeson of Melton was the Wien& while the Sunday event was won by Biff Pitting of Ohio. Skip Broderick of Windsor was the winner of the steer decorat- ing conteat. The wild steer race competi. Please turn to page 8 meant the action would be for less than $4,000). Council voted to have their solicitor defend this action for the town after members indicated they felt the plaintiff would have a difficult task proving what dam- ages had occurred. The farm in question is located near the property which is used to dispose of waste water from the Canadian Canners, Mr. Dzioba filed a claim with council last year in connection with dam- age to tiles and crops. Earlier this year council ob- tained an option to purchase this farm at a cost of $31,000. The three month option expired last month and the town declined to renew the option for another three months at a cost of $500. Application was made to the Ontario Municipal Board for per- Town equipment will no longer be rented or loaned to private individuals council decided Tues- day evening. The decision came after it was revealed that repairs to the town mower cost $89.00 after it was loaned to a resident for two hours recently. Members concurred that it would be impossible to charge the man for repairs but did decide to charge him $5.00 per hour for the use of the machine. Works superintendent indicat- ed that not all the repairs were the result of damage caused when the machine was loaned out. Members of council have de- cided to have copies of all ac- counts typed out and distributed to councillors prior to their meetings for study rather than have them all read out at council meeting. In this way members can question any individual ac- count he wishes and then all accounts may be passed as per the attached list. This is a com- mon practice used by many coun- cils. A similar system will be used in regards to the minutes of coun- cil meetings. These will be typed The recent application of tar and chips on local streets has greatly improved their appear- ance as well as the surface. Councillor Ross Taylor com- plained at council Tuesday even- ing that the streets were not patched well enough before the application and that this was just a waste of money. There are many residents who do not feel the same way about this and who would give the councillor quite an argument. A permit has been granted for the demolition of Gibson's ser- vice station and indications are that this corner will be cleared off in the near future. This will do much to improve the visibility at this tomer and will be a great safety feature, especially during heavy traffic next summer. * * Council has decided to pay auxiliary police officers at the rate of $1.50 per hour when they are called in to work. This will only be in the case of emergency and must be authorized by the chief. Council has again decided to have two flag poles erected at the town bail and fly the Ontario flag and the red maple leaf, Council- lore were of the impression that a resolution to this effect had been passed earlier this year but never acted on but deeded mission to purchase this farm and a letter approving this was re- ceived by council at Monday's meeting. During the first three month option period the town attempted to have a meeting with officials of Canadian Canners in an effort to have this settled but were un- successful. Negotiations have been at a standstill for some time. Some members of council have indicated they are reluctant to spend a large sum of money in this area unless the Canadian Canners are willing to share some of the cost. The feeling seems to be that there is a limit to the amount of money the tax- payers can afford to spend on this problem without having the company share some of the cost, even if it means losing Canadian Canners. and copies mailed to all coun- cillors and then passed as re- ceived subject to correction at the following meeting of council. Council decided to stand by its policy in refusing to allow house trailers to be situated in town. A request to park a trailer on lots at the east end of Sanders Street was turned down by council. The Women's Auxiliary of the South Huron District Hospital have been given approval to hold their tag day Saturday, Septem- ber 25. Exeter's centennial project has been processed in Toronto and additional information has been requested. This was of a minor nature and will be forwarded im- mediately. The third reading of the by-law for this project was given at this meeting. The price of debentures is off slightly members discovered Tuesday when opening tenders. The Bank of Montreal was high bidder with a price of 96.211 on the dollar for an issue of $31,000 five and three quarters percent, one to 20 year deben- tures. Prices ranged to a low bid of 95.05. to pass another resolution to make sure this was carried out without delay. Works superintendent J im Paisley is losing his phone from his office in the town hall. Jim admitted Tuesday evening that he was seldom in the office dur- ing the summer months and did much of his telephoning from the clerk's office, * school buses turning are again causing a problem according to reports. With 1'7buses operating, traffic congestion appears in seine areas. The police depart- ment will Watch the operation for a time in an effort to find the problems. The labor problem is so accute in Canning factories near Dresden that buses are operating through Exeter to pick up workers. The buses piek up workers here at 6:00 a.m. Members of the bantam hock- ey teatn, which is sponsored by the lodal Legion were treated to a night at Grand Bend last week. The boys were all presented with trophies, crests end a copy of the team picture before they left. 31, The local Teen Town is operat- ing again with the first of the season's dances scheduled for this weekend. Exeter's two representatives to county council will vote against a proposed plan for equalization of assessment in the county and the hiring of an assessment com- missioner at the next regular session of county council. Both representatives, reeve Derry Boyle and deputy-reeve J. P. Gandon indicated they would fol- low the dictates of the local coun- cil in this matter. The new plan would cost an estimated $80,000 per year of which all municipalities would share as opposed to the present cost of $40,000 per year. Under the new plan an assessment com- missioner would be hired as well as nine other employees. At the present time all 30 municipalities in the county have their own assessor. Mayor Jack Delbridge pointed out that under the new system one third the number of staff would be costing three times the amount of money. Councillor J. Wooden pointed out that the growing trend is to strengthen county government and added that this is just one step in this direction. He sug- gested that the county government will either have to be strengthen- ed or disappear. He said it would be more logical to see the county form of government stronger than to have a fourth level of govern- ment established. He added that if the county does not take this step voluntarily then the province will force this. Enrolment up at all Exeter schools Enrolment at South Huron Dis- trict High School was up '74 pupils over last year to 846 on the first day of classes yes- terday. Twenty-two teachers were on hand, boosting the numb- er of teachers to 42. The new principal is Douglas Palmer, who came to Exeter from Wiarton. An increase of 22 pupils ap- peared yesterday at Exeter Pub- lic School. Enrolment is 496. Precious Blood Separate School enrolled 62 pupils. New principal is Larry Black. A total of 273 pupils were at 'Osborne Township Central School for the first classes yesterday. This was not a winner It takes a lot of skill to retain your balance on a bucking bronc, especially when there is no saddle to sit on. This rider was one of the many contestants in the bareback bronc riding contest who was tossed off the horse within seconds. To qualify the rider had to stay on the horse for eight seconds. This seems like a short length of time unless, of course, you happen to be sitting on a bucking bronc. (T-A photo) Thrills and spills at the rodeo as There were events for everyone at the rodeo grounds Saturday and Sunday as riders from across Canada and the United States competed for more than $2,600 in prizes. Good weather during both afternoon performandes brought good croWds out to Watch cowboys test their Second annual rodeo draws large crowds Will refuse loan of town equipment Around the town .