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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 2007-03-29, Page 12The first day of spring brought out80 members and guests of theBelgrave Women’s Institute to enjoythe potluck meal and program oflocal talent.Wilma Higgins introduced theentertainers beginning with the orchestra, led by Arnold Bruce, who played many Irish and old-time tunes. Readings were given by Alice Nicholson and Clifford Coultes.Vocal solos were offered by Rev.John Roberts, Bill Coultes, DavidWall, Nicole Coultes and JohnMcIntosh while Gloria Dow andWinona Thompson performed aduet. Pots of spring flowers were presented to several in the audience, including the eldest lady, Mary Coultes and the eldest man, Gordon Pengelly.During the business meeting, theroll call was answered by 13members telling their favourite song.The minutes and financial reportwere given by Doreen Marks.Members were reminded about the meeting to be held in the Belgrave Hall on Monday, April 2 at 1:30 p.m. to plan the District annual. The June meeting will take theform of a bus trip to the DraytonTheatre on Tuesday, June 19.Anyone interested can call DiannaRobinson for tickets.The next meeting is the annualmeeting beginning at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, April 17. The roll call will be donations to the Children’s Hospital of Western Ontario, London. PAGE 12. THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, MARCH 29, 2007. A proposed mandate for the Blyth arena board was tabled at North Huron council’s March 19 meeting until the board has a chance to comment. The mandate was developed by councillor Greg McClinchey and presented for council consideration. It states that the board meet on an on-going and regular basis to review and critique the operations of the Blyth arena as well as the peripheral grounds and facilities. The board would make recommendations to council that would improve operations and would help focus and foster community support on projects of interest. Councillor Murray Nesbitt, who had for many years been the council rep on the board questioned the need for this. “They have gone along until now doing a great job. I don’t know if this is necessary.” He also worried about the additional responsibility. “It was always the arena and the hall. I don’t know if they want to concern themselves with the grounds and other buildings. Director of recreation/facilities Pat Newson explained that the change was to hopefully bring representation onto the board from other groups. “We would like to see a Thresher representative. We feel we don’t communicate with them as well as we might.” She also noted that the grounds and the community centre are becoming more of a “married entity”. “Separating that may be going backwards for purposes of marketing,” she said. “(This mandate) certainly wouldn’t change the focus of the group. The great thing about them is that they have always seen the small things that needed attention.” With McClinchey not present at the meeting to explain if what the board’s feeling was about the mandate or if they were aware of it as yet, council was a little reluctant to proceed. “I just hope they don’t feel they are getting a whole lot of rules laid on them,” said Nesbitt. “That is my concern too,” added councillor Arnold Taylor. Newson too felt it was better to wait. “I would feel more comfortable taking it back to them with council’s feedback.” The Blyth United Church Women met in the church parlour, Thursday, March 22. Lorna Fraser was the speaker presenting a Lenten study from the Sunday school. The budget was discussed. The roll call for the April meeting was bring something for the gardening basket for Camp Menesetung’s auction. The next meeting is Thursday, April 26 at 2 p.m. Going, going ... Auctioneer Bob Ireland, with help from Allen Willits does his best to raise some funds at the auction in Bluevale on Saturday night. The event was a fundraiser for Bluevale United Church and community outreach. (Vicky Bremner photo) 80 attend Belgrave WI meeting There were 12 tables of shoot in play on Friday, March 23 at the Community Centre. Winners were: high pink card, Alice Nicholson; second high pink card, Bev Hayden; most shoots, Kay McCormick; high white card, Nell Johnston; second high white card, Jim Coultes; most shoots, Wilfred Caslick. The next shoot is on Friday, April 13 at 1:30 p.m. The community extends congratulations to Jack and Mary Taylor on their 60th wedding anniversary on March 15. On Thursday, March 29 Knox United Church will be open for prayer from 4 - 5 p.m. Palm Sunday and communion is on Sunday, April 1 at 11 a.m. PUBLIC NOTICE Municipality of Central Huron Notice to amend the fees and charges for the consumption of water and the treatment of waste water for the following systems: • Auburn Water System • Clinton Water and Sewage Systems • Dundass Water System • Kelly Water System • McClinchey Water System • S.A.M. Water System • Van De Wetering Water System Pursuant to Section 391 of the Ontario Municipal Act, S.O. 2001, C. 25, as amended and Ontario Regulation 244/02, Section 12 (6), the Council of the Municipality of Central Huron will hold a public meeting to consider amendments to the fees and charges for the above noted systems. This meeting will take place during the Regular Meeting of Council, Tuesday, April 10, 2007 at 7:00 p.m.in the Council Chamber, 23 Albert Street, Clinton, Ontario. Further information may be obtained by contacting the Municipal Office at 482-3997 ext. 227 or by Email - utilities@centralhuron.com. A copy of the proposed document will be available on the web- site by March 19, 2007 (www.centralhuron.com). Richard Harding, Clerk Administrator When you need to get the job done ~ Call us! • Licensed Septic Installations • Screened & Field Topsoil • Bark Mulch • Sand • Gravel • Fill • Backhoeing • Bulldozing • Excavating • Loading & Hauling John McKercher Construction Ltd. Ph.: 519-887-9061 Cell: 519-357-6547 Fax: 519-887-8734 R.R. #2 Bluevale NEWS FROM BELGRAVE By Linda Campbell Call 357-2188 PEOPLE AROUND BELGRAVE 12 tables in play at shoot party BUY? SELL? TRY CLASSIFIED Council tables arena board mandate By Bonnie Gropp The Citizen Blyth UCW meets in church parlour Students bring fresh ideas, energy and enthusiasm into the workplace To find out more about offering high school students work experience contact the Foundation for Enriching Education Perth Huron at 519-527-0111 ext 231 or visit www.foundationforeducation.on.ca Sponsored by the Ontario Learning Partnernship Group and the Provincial Partnership Council Supported by The Government of Ontario NOTICE TO THE RATEPAYERS OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CENTRAL HURON Interim Tax Bills first installment is due March 30th, 2007. If you wish to use the monthly pre-authorized payment plan, please contact the Municipal Office prior to December 31st, 2007 for the 2008 taxation year.