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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Exeter Times-Advocate, 1972-11-30, Page 26I solicit your support at the polls. I feel my experience as a small businessman and accountant provides a valuable background for a member of Exeter council. I have served you for the past 16 years in the post office . . . I now would appreciate your support on Dec. 4 ELECT Exeter Electors For Councillor, Vote Harold Patterson To The People of Exeter . . Glenn Northcott EXETER ELECTORS Keep A WORKER Working For You! A Vote for Don MacGregor is a vote for.,. * Completion of sewers * Reconstruction of as many Streets as possible * County expenses at a minimum * Better facilities for town clerk RE-ELECT Don IlillucGregor DEPUTY-REEVE Por A Ride to the Polls PHONE 2351273. P40. OA. Times-Advocate, November 30, 1.972 Next year Exeter will be one hundred years old, Exeter got along O.K. for 95 years without me on council. I think Exeter will do better with me on council for the next two years. VOTE MacM1LLAN For Deputy-Reeve Keep a Woman's Viewpoint on Exeter Council Put a Woman's Viewpoint on County Council Let's Have a Record Turnout at the Polls Students — Don't Forget The Advance Poll on Saturday Mrs. Helen Jermyn Your Support FOR GARR RICE For Exeter Councillor Will Be Greatly Appreciated VOTE RICE on December 4 Be Sure. to Vote To The Electors of EXETER This is a great challenge for me and you the people of Ex- eter. If elected to Council I will endeavor to meet this challenge to the best of my ability. December 4 . . Vote Bob Simpson For Exeter Councillor a 0 a a O 111 I 10) JEWEL WATCHES LADIES' Reg. $22.95 $11,48 $23.95 $11,98 $29.95 $14.98 $24.95 $12.48 MEN'S Reg. $24.95 $12,48 $23.95 $11,98 $16.95 (7 Jewel) ....... . $8,48 SUPPLY LIMITED A REAL BARGAIN •••••••••••,.....aor. MIDD!.!!ONS,!?JtUGS 11 This Is Too Good To Miss! 0 1/2 PRICE PRE- CHRISTMAS SPECIAL WESTCLOX WRIST WATCHES ' 121 SEVERAL DIFFERENT STYLES Candidates for Exeter posts supporting variety of projects In view of the upcoming municipal elections across the province Monday, the Times- Advocate conducted a survey of all persons contesting seats on municipal councils in this area, The following questions were posed to each candidate: 1) What de you believe are the main issues in your municipality and what is your stand on them? 2) Why should voters support your bid for election? TED WRIGHT Exeter, unlike most municipalities will face many important issues in the im- mediate future. The ever in- creasing rumours and pressure on municipalities to accept regional government should con- cern all citizens. Personally I am not convinced that we should lose our local autonomy for a form of rule that is often more expensive and could prove less effective. The reconstruction or replace- ment of the town hall is an impor- tant issue, We cannot deny that the present structure is in poor condition. I feel that council should explore other alternatives before deciding, and if an ex- cessive amount of money must be spent the ratepayers are en- titled to a plebiscite. Completion of our sewerage system should receive top priori- ty. The sewers are now com- pleted in a large portion of the town, and the remaining proper- ty owners are entitled to equal service. Construction of permanent streets must continue only when revenue is available without in- creasing taxes. Consideration must be given to a sound recreational program for the younger citizens of our com- munity. Continued effort for pollution control of our environment, by citizens, governments, and in- dustries. I would favour penalties to those who continue to litter or add unnecessarily to pollution within our municipality. Off street parking warrants due consideration. If Exeter wishes to remain competitive with surrounding areas, we must provide this service for those who patronize our business es- tablishments. 2. During the 20 years as a resident of Exeter I have served seven years on council and have served on several other boards. I also have served on the Exeter volunteer Fire Department for 12 years. During this time I have par- ticipated in the planning of many projects within our town. I feel that this valuable experience should enable me to serve the citizens of Exeter with con- fidence and understanding. When the issues mentioned plus many more, mean so much to everyone I urge you to do your part and vote on December 4. TOM MacMILLAN 1. Your question regarding issues in our community is a hard one to answer, because at the moment there is really no great issue handy. There is a multitude of problems and certainly some of these could be classed as issues, by the people in close contact with a particular problem — such as a broken up sidewalk or a street with pot holes etc. Someone may suggest that the completion of the sewer system, a new town hall, or low rental housing are issues, The only issue I can make of those items is one of priority and my stand on that is No 1 complete the sewers, low rental housing, and a new town hall in that order. The broken sidewalks and potholes have already been noted and are slated for repairs. 2. Your second question, Why should voters support me? I have just enough experience on coun- cil to be useful. I arrive at decisions With a business man's viewpoint. My taxes are high too, and I want to see us get the best value we can for our tax dollars. BOB SIMPSON 1. The idea of a town hall is a questionable issue and personally I can not see spending $300,000 to $400,000 on a project that could be of no value in 6 to 10 years on account of the inevitable ap- proach of regional government. Secondly, increased planning of municipal works Would be a benefit to all taxpayers as there have been numerous cases where taxpayers' money has been foolishly spent without much thought or planning. One definite need in Exeter is for improved conditions of sidewalks in certain areas of town for the safety of young and old. Finally, I believe all important town employees should be residents of Exeter in the interest of its citizens. 2. As a concerned taxpayer I would endeavour to do my best for the betterment of he citizens of Exeter. On coon .ii I would work to maintain the superior service that is beiig received from the volunteer firemen, the police force, the town works department, and the sanitary service, one of the best in Southwestern Ontario, • GLENN NORTHCOTT I have the honor to stand as a candidate for Exeter town coun- cil in the coming election. Most of you know me personal- ly, for I've given you my services for the past sixteen years in the Exeter Post Office. Born and raised here I have the greatest interest in our town and the people. I make no promises, nor do I stand on any one issue alone, for council is not made up of one man alone, nor should it be made up of a lot of promises that just may not be fulfilled. Council is a group of men working together, getting the best results on any issue that appears. And always remembering the town will lose for any wrong decision made. Should I be given your full support I will be worthy of your trust and serve this position to the very best of my ability. BRUCE SHAW 1, One of the main concerns as I see it, for the residents of Exeter is taxation. Property tax- es, as other items, have in- creased over the last two years so that the burden on the home owner and renter is growing heavier and heavier. Having assisted in approving the 1971 and 1972 budgets and striking the subsequent mill rates, I should hardly be the one to find fault. But Council can attack this problem from two directions: 1) to encourage and assist the Industrial Commission to attract and locate light industry with its tax dollars, and 2) to support any efforts made to increase the grants to municipal governments. (Our current year- ly expenditures cannot be: reduced significantly without decreasing services). Additional funds must be found, and that can be accomplished only by an aggressive, dynamic council. Council should continue to sup- port the town's recreational facilities and to continue its financial and moral assistance to RAP and other organizations that provide leisure-time activi- ty. We (the present council) have committed next year's members to complete the sanitary sewer system for the town, but at pre- sent there are complications im- posed by the Ministry of the En- vironment that may necessitate increased costs. Hopefully, if this matter is not resolved by the end of the year, next year's Council will continue with the same determination and concern for the rate progress of Exeter as shown by the members who have served in the posts. 2, One of the reasons I decided to seek a second term on Council was that too many present Coun- cillors I five out of six ) retired or decided to seek other offices. New blood is good and even necessary. but such a massive transfusion would have one of two effects neither one desirable: to concentrate, for a time, decision-making in the few experienced hands, or to place an excessively heavy burden of responsibility on those who are new to the job. A certain degree of continuity is absolutely necessary, Secondly, I think the voters of Exeter should be allowed a choice. Far too often, the elec- tors are faced with an acclaimed municipal government, wliich, Ladies meet at Saintsbury By MRS. HEBER DAVIS Mrs. Clarence Davis was hostess Wednesday evening for the A.C.W. Meeting. President Mrs. Ron Carroll opened the meeting with prayer and a hymn followed by the scripture reading. Plans were made for a banquet to be held at the Lucan arena. Mrs. Earl Greenlee won the mystery prize donated by Mrs. Larry Greenlee, At the close of the meeting the hostess served refreshments. Personals Rev. R. Ferris, London has been in charge of the services at St. Patrick's church for the past month. Canon James of London will take service for the month of December. Gote Wennerstrom was a guest at a birthday party for Emerson Simpson at the home of his father Horatio Simpson Lucan. Mrs. Myrtle Isaac and Marjorie, Lon- don and Mr. & Mrs. Don Simp- son, Strathroy were guests also. Mr. & Mrs. Clarence Davis and Mr. & Mrs. Harry Carroll were guests at a 25th wedding anniver- sary for Mr. & Mrs. Lorne Hodgins, Lucan at the home of their - daughter and son-in-law, Mr. & Mrs. Larry Jones, Crediton, Mr. & Mrs. Wayne Carroll were Sunday guests with her parents Mr. & Mrs. Ford Dyer, Sarnia. Recent guests with Mr. & Mrs. Heber Davis were Mr. & Mrs. Ivan Stanley Denfield, Mr. & Mrs. Earl Shoebottom, Ilderton, Mr. & Mrs. Hilton Roberts, Lucan, Mrs. Edna Forbes and Clarke McNair, Ilderton and Mr. & Mrs. Cleve Pullman and Ron, Whalen. may not reflect accurately the mood and wishes of the people and does nothing for democracy. At this moment in time, I per- sonally,. can offer .enthusiasm, concern and experience, I trust that on Monday you will agree. (I also hope that more than 513("( of you will prove that you did want a choice and vote!) MRS HELEN JERMYN During the four years I have served on Exeter Council I have felt that all the members were sincere in their efforts to give the citizens of Exeter the best possi- ble services with what money was available. As with most municipalities, we have been hampered by limited local authority and too small a share of the tax dollar, Municipalities must continue to pressure for additional financial aid to solve local problems, In 1973 top priority must be given to extending our sewer program as outlined by our con- sulting engineer. At present we are negotiating an agreement with Canadian Canners regarding cost sharing of the expense of increasing our sewage disposal facilities. It must be noted here that the Ministry of the Environ- ment calls the tune as to the required standards of our facilities, while local council members puzzle over the problem of how to finance such a project. Results of the Ontario Housing Corporation survey are not available as yet. Other municipalities have taken advan- tage of this provincial govern- ment assistance in providing fine accommodation for its senior citizens and I feel this project is an important one. I have already visited some senior citizens to help fill out the required forms and would be pleased to assist anyone to obtain more informa- tion about the project. These forms must be returned to O.H.C, to give a true picture of Exeter's needs. Adequate facilities at the Ex- eter Public School are long over- due. I would hope the 1973 Coun- cil would continue to pressure the County Board to bring to fruition the plans which have been on the drawing board for too long! Plans for a new Town Hall must still depend on the decision the federal government takes on the local Post Office. I hope the 1973 council will try to get a definite committment from the federal government regarding their plans for replacing the pre- sent Post Office. If this building could be turned over to the town for a nominal figure, and then, suitable renovations made to the interior, it would serve the town admirably until such times as finances permit, and future needs determine the building of a new town hall. Added to these issues will be the day to day problems which arise in the area of updating the town by-laws, adequate police and fire protection, continued development of a good recreation and parks program — to say nothing of trying to replace the vanishing gravel on our town boulevards and in the many potholes! Yes, there are busy days ahead in 1973 and I'd like to take part in the action!