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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Exeter Times-Advocate, 1975-03-06, Page 3employees have a right to know how they are doing." In conclusion he added, ';Grand Bend should be con- gratulated in this undertaking. In many communities personnel matters are negative things." In other business, council; Endorsed the application by the Missing Piece Coffee House in Grand Bend for an Oppor- tunities for Youth grant, Filed a letter from the Ontario Humane Society asking municipalities to regulate the keeping of cats by their residents. Authorized road foreman Jim Rumball to attend the T.G, Mahoney road school at the University of Guelph May 4-7. Learned from clerk Louise Clipperton that municipal taxes collected in 1975 to date amount to $49,309. Agreed to engage Thompson- Warner Motors of Grand Bend to sand the roads of the villige for the balance of the season at $15 per hour for a truck and operator on a priority basis as road con- ditions dictate. 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T•A photo Ys A delegation composed of Stephen township residents and Grand Bend fishermen Monday night asked Grand Bend council to put pressure on the Ontario Ministry of the Environment to change the proposed sewer lagoon system to a treatment plant. Stephen township farmers Allan Walper and Keith Gill and GB fishermen Joe Green and Wayne Moody were accompanied by three Perth County men who told of the advantages of a treatment plant over a lagoon system. Reeve Bob Sharen pointed out that a treatment plant would not be economically feasible for a village of 700 persons. The reeve added "the delay in discussing the two methods has already cost us a half million dollars. Remember, we, the ratepayers of Grand Bend have to pay 25 percent of the costs." He continued "in the first place we asked for township co- operation for a joint effort and we were turned down." Bruce Nunn of the Perth County property committee said he has yet to find too many lagoons that operate properly. Keith Gill reiterated this statement saying "we found out that lagoons are not working right. Putting the treatment plant discharge out into a large body of water like Lake Huron would be a lot better than polluting the river and have it end up on the beach." In speaking against a treat- ment plant, Reeve Sharen said overflow of a treatment plant during high usage periods caused by large crowds of tourists could be a real problem. To this Bruce Nunn of Perth replied "I couldn't imagine an accident being one-tenth of what discharge from a lagoon would be." Councillor Bill Baird said prevailing currents in Lake Huron move to the north at about Raise complaints over resort sewers Resort owners voice protest over garbage classifications In recent weeks Grand Bend council has been advertising proposed rates for garbage collection in 1975 and asked fir reaction and input froirs•I ratepayers. Three persons were in atten- dance at Monday's meeting and a number of other letters were on file protesting the new charges. Most of the objections were on the classification in which businesses were placed. Mrs. Mary Ravelle, operator of a gift shop said, "the only garbage I have at the store is paper and I don't think I should be charged $50 in the light commercial category." Councillor Harold Green ex- plained to Mrs. Ravelle that the new levies being proposed are the only charges Grand Bend residents will pay for garbage collection. He added, "some peo- ple think this is an extra charge, but that's not right." Mel Peariso, operator of Mel and Olive's Variety asked for a revision in his class saying, "I'm charged heavy commercial and I feel this is unjust. All the newspapers left over are picked up by an area resident for use in dog kennels and don't reach the garbage cans." Councillor Doug Kincaid com- mented, "I think we should be reasonable in these requests." Reeve Bob Sharon added, "that's why we advertised. We wanted the flak before we do something about it." The third objector at the meeting was Dick Manore of Manore Marine. He said, "We are classed in heavy commercial and this is unfair. We have less garbage in the whole year than some businesses have in one week." A written appeal was received from Thompson-Warner Motors asking for reduction to medium commercial. The proposed rates were $15 a year for residential garbage pickup; $50 for light commer- cial; medium commercial would be $100 and heavy commercial users would pay $200 each year. At the conclusion of the discus- sion reeve Sharen said a review would be made of the various classifications. Set personnel policies Keith Glaze, local government advisor for the Ontario Ministry of Treasury and Economics presented proposals for per- sonnel policies. Glaze recommended that review of employee salaries be made in December of each year, all staff vacancies be advertised in a proper way and all new staff appointees be on a provisionary basis for six months. The policies also set out holidays and sick leave and other benefits for employees. The Ontario representative said it was important to do evaluation of employees. lie add- ed. "Council has a responsibility to assess staff and in turn negotiating a new agreement with the Ministry in connection with septic tank, subdivision and land severance approvals. It may be that additional funds will be forthcoming which will reduce the county's share of the budget. The property committee has brought to the attention of the provincial authorities insurance claims totalling about $3,500 in connection with vandalism to county buildings and property since October 1973. Adequate policing during court sessions have been requested by the property committee. Chairman Stan Profit described the behaviour of some persons waiting to be heard in court as "absolutely awful." New county representatives to the five hospitals were appointed for a maximum period of five years. They are John V, Fischer to Wingham Hospital, Eldrid Simmons to Exeter, E, Beecher Menzies QC to Clinton; Gordon Rimmer to Seaforth and Mrs, John Berry to Goderich, Beef Tongues LB. Sliced Baby Beef Liver LB. Schneider's Bologna Rings LB. Thuringer Summer Sausage lb. Schneider's Mini Sizzlers LB, Schneider's 2-Pounder Wieners Beef Kidneys LB. Oxtails LB. Maple Leaf Wieners Now Featuring Beef From Huron's Top Feedlots HEIFERS STEERS The Best Available From From James Gardiner & Sons Hensall Livestock Sales Feedlot 250 to 290 Pounds 87, Sides 130 to 140 Pounds Fronts 79t 130 to 140 Pounds Hinds 99' Sides of Pork 75' From MacGregor Farms Ail Prices Include - Cutting, Wrapping, Sharp Freezing MONEY BACK GUARANTEE Should have a chance to look at the problem of pollution along the beach from a sewer lagoon system. To this councillor Doug Kincaid commented "there will be an OMB hearing for all objectors." After the meeting, Stephen reeve Cecil Desjardine told the T- A, "I would like to go along with Grand Bend on a joint project and would be prepared to pay our share but we haven't had time." Desjardine continued "Our hands are tied until the Huron County secondary plan comes into effect when land usage can be changed and that's about two years away," At a joint meeting about a year ago, officials of Grand Bend, Stephen and Hay were told by the Ministry of Environment that the system would be for Grand Bend only. Stephen having requests for The February session of Huron County Council held in the court house in Goderich Friday saw the presentation of many budgets, all of which were approved. The County Public Library Board brought in a budget totalling $261,800 of which the county share is $162,800. According to Chairman Norman Hurst, that budget is "up con- siderably," mostly due to in- creased wages and books, County librarian William Partridge explained to council that books and processing this year will cost the county an estimated $63,000. The same item last year was budgeted at $61,000. Salaries for the county headquarters building as well as all the branches total $129,500. Committee pay for board members will cost another 0,500 while rent for the library facilities throughout the county amounts to $35,000. sewers from developers were told at that time grants were not available from the government because the township did not have a pollution problem. Later in the same meeting council agreed to a request from the Ontario Ministry of Environment to have the sewer system now being planned oversized to allow connection by 411 units of Grand Coves Estates in Stephen township. When the Grand Coves Estate lagoon now under construction was approved by the Ministry it was with the understanding it would become part of the Grand Bend system when it became a reality. Ridge Pine Park Limited, owners of the development have agreed to assume all costs of the oversizing. It is expected to amount to $93,000. completed now and the depart- ment's equipment needs are about filled. Newer model for thieves When trading automobiles most persons attempt to go to a newer model and that's the philosophy used by car thieves in the London area this week. At 3,25 a.m. Tuesday, a 1975 Chevrolet Monte Carlo was stolen from the residence of David Martin, RR 3 Ilderton, but a 1974 vehicle of the same make was left in its place. The 1974 vehicle which was stolen from William Fox, 590 Windermere Road,London at 8.15 a.m., Monday became stuck in the Martin laneway and was abandoned. Police believe the persons in- volved were attempting to steal gasoline from the Martin proper- ty. Constable Jim Craig of the Lucan OPP detachment is in- vestigating. GB boost fines for loose canines Thieves victimize Grand Bend firm About $45 in cash was taken by thieves who broke into Kraft Machinery Ltd. on Highway 81 south of Grand Bend over the weekend. The breakin was discovered Monday morning. Thieves forced a window to gain entry to the building and forced open several filing cabinets. OPP Constables Bill Osterloo and Bill Glassford are in- vestigating, A Hensall man faces a break, enter and theft charge arising out of a recent incident at the Hotel Hensall. One of the rooms was broken into and $450 taken from a guest who was sleeping at the time. Reeve says delays costly Times.Advocate, March 6,1975 Page 3 three miles per hour. He added "if a treatment plant was discharged into the lake the af- fluent would end up at the Lake Huron water plant." Baird continued "we were told at the last meeting by Environment officials if a lagoon system proved unsatisfactory in 10 years the province would replace it with a treatment plant at no cost to the village." Allan Walper and Keith Gill said Grand Bend business men KING AND QUEEN — During judging at Friday's carnival at Granton a King and Queen were named. From the left are Carol Moore and Danny Brintnell. T-A photo • Persons building homes in Huron Countywill soon be paying a $15 application fee for plumbing inspection. County council ap- proved the recommendation by the Board of Health at Friday's session and hope to increase the revenue in the plumbing in- spection department so that it is not so heavily subsidized by county funds. According to the report made by Ed Oddleifson, chairman of the board of health, the present plumbing inspection bylaw provides for a fee of one dollar per fixture. As a result many permit fees are for two or three dollars which does not begin to cover the cost of making the necessary inspections. In the first six months of operation, costs were about $18,000 while revenue was about $5,000, The chairman of the board of health commented that in the board's opinion, the county municipalities should not be expected to subsidize home builders, The Ministry of the Environment insists on in- spections and the costs should be added to the mortgage which is spread over a considerable period of time and is not great added burden to the owner. Plumbing inspections are not required for farm buildings like barns and stables, nor for repair or replacement of plumbing in homes anywhere in the county, The total budget for the Plumbing and Environment Division of council is estimated at $44,500 with the county's share being $29,500. The board is presently Pay boosts --continued from front page eter PUC Commissioners to in- crease their annual stipend from MO to $400. The Commissioners noted that they have not had an increase since 1960, During that, time period, council members have increased their own salaries by 00 percent if, was noted in a letter 'rorn the Pi,1C. 300 to 375 Pounds Sides 160 to 180 Pounds Fronts 160 to 180 Pounds Hinds 81' '1 01 The Registry Office budget represents maintenance of the building. The entire amount $8,050 is recovered from the province plus a rental fee of $3,000. The budget for maintenance purposes at the county's assessment building in Goderich is $26,500. Annual rents at the building total $53,000. The jail, now open to the public and operated under the Huron Historical Board, will cost the county $175 for insurance coverage this year. The budget for Huron County Pioneer Museum is $62,350 of which the 2ounty will contribute $41,350. Receipts at the museum as well as a $6,000 provincial grant will furnish the balance of the money needed, The budget for Dunlop's Tomb is $500. The board of health budget is "up slightly" to $505,350. The county share is expected to be $237,275 unless further assistance comes from the Ministry of Health. Dr. Frank Mills, MOH for Huron, told council that the provincial health minister is sympathetic to Huron's request for subsidy of 75 percent, but it is still not determined whether or not funds will be available in the provincial budget to provide the additional money. Dr. Mills expects to know within a month, he said. The Huron County Planning Board will cost the taxpayers an estimated $93,690 this year. This budget is down from last year's $96,395 according to planning director Gary Davidson, because some expensive studies are Okay Huron budgets, planning costs down The budget for operating ex- penses for 1975 for the Court House totals $75,700. Of this -amount, the county receives 50.87 percent from the Province of Ontario or approximately $38,508 plus $13,000 for rent for office and facilities utilized by the province. A total of about $51,508 is recovered said Chairman Stan Profit. Grand Bend council Monday night passed a bylaw authorizing an increase in the fines for in- fractions of the village's animal control law. The fine for the first offence for dogs running at large will now be $10, with a $25 penalty for the second offence and $50 for a third infraction. Costs will be extra. Up to this time the fine was $8. The Grand Bend animal control officer is Pat Jarvis of Glencoe. He makes a weekly patrol of the village and receives 50 cents per capita for his visits, Monday night, deputy-reeve Rollie Grenier was asked by council to attend a meeting this week in Crediton when officials of Stephen and Exeter will be in- terviewing applicants for the position of a full-time dog cat- cher.