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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 1990-06-06, Page 1Work recognized Sign honours work of Brussels Optimists See page 2 Giving a ‘lift’ Blyth Lions give to Hall lift See page 3 Arena expands Township office, arena improvements planned See page 8 Brussels council,recreation committee squabble A meeting was held last Wed­ nesday evening for the Brussels Recreation Board and the Councils of Brussels, Morris and Grey who jointly maintain the community Serving Brussels, Blyth, Auburn, Belgrave, Ethel, Londesborough, Walton and surrounding townships. VOL. 6 NO. 23 WEDNESDAY, JUNE 6, 1990. 50 CENTS Just add water Marilyn and Peter Verbeek of RR 1, Belgrave fulfilled a long-time dream this past weekend as they launched the Glen Yukon in Goderich Harbourforthefirst time. Built by the couple at their home, the pleasure craft has been eight years in themaking. Thenew boat issomewhat bigger than theone the Verbeeks originally owned and sleeps up to six people. Couple’s homemade boat a labour of love As summer approaches we begin to look ahead to its warm, balmy days and many people are busily launching their favourite summer pastime. Last weekend Peter and Marilyn Verbeek took to the water at Goderich Harbour in their boat the Glen Yukon. What makes this so special is that this particular Blyth tax bills likely to increase over 8% Although the final budget won’t be approved until the June 13 meeting of Blyth village council, it’s likely village residential tax­ payers will be facing an increase of over eight per cent. centre, to discover basically who’s the boss. In opening the meeting, Chair­ man of the recreation board, Dale Newman, stated that recent actions craft is the culmination of an eight year dream. Mrs. Verbeek says that the Glen Yukon is a “new boat that is eight years old”, as that is when she and her husband first began building it at their home on Westfield Road, about three miles west of Highway The preliminary budget discuss­ ed by councillors at their May 29 meeting would see the village’s portion of taxes increased by about six per cent but with county and school board levies tacked on, the by Brussels Council showed a misunderstanding of the conditions in the joint recreation agreement. He said that it was his understand­ ing that when the three municipali­ 4 in East Wawanosh. The project is a true labour of love for the couple who have enjoyed boating for many years. They previously owned a boat that was about 10 feet smaller than the Glen Yukon. While not as large as some, the Verbeek’s pleasure boat is impres­ increase would be over eight per cent for public school supporters and separate school supporters. The issue of most discussing at Thursday’s meeting was the amount of money that should be set ties made up and signed the agreement they transferred any powers of management to the appointed members of the board. Mr. Newman specifically referr- sive enough, with plenty of room on deck and a capacity to sleep up to six people. Friday, the Verbeeks were busily getting the boat ready for its anticipated debut and after eight years of patient and diligent work, were able to realize a dream. aside in a reserve for replacement of the village works department tractor. Reeve Albert Wasson ex­ pressed his concern over the trac­ tor. “We were talking already that Continued on page 3 ed to the article in the document that says, “The Board shall man­ age both properties and also any and all recreation programs carried out thereon.’’ The agreement goes on to say that any rights of ownership should this agreement be dissolved will go to Brussels, as will any equipment. The situation that caused Mr. Newman’s concern started with the board’s recent decision to expand the parking lot at the community centre as it was felt that present conditions were not adequate and often proved unsafe. Mr. Newman said the board had hired a contrac­ tor to do the job and discovered that he had been cancelled without notification by Brussels Council. Reeve Gordon Workman re­ sponded saying that the matter didn’t come to Brussels Council at its regular meeting as their repre­ sentative to the rec. board, Coun­ cillor Mary Stretton, had not been present when the board made the decision. However, it was Mr. Continued on page 15 Londesboro youth’s condition still critical A 16-year-old Londesboro youth remains in critical condition at University Hospital as the result of an accident in Hullett Township at 9:40 p.m. on May 25. Theodore Vanderlei, of RR 1, Londesboro was travelling alone in a 1980 Horizon, southbound on Sideroad 30-31, about one and a half kilometres from county road 25 according to a report from Goderich OPP. A police spokesperson said that Mr. Vanderlei struck potholes in the road, causing him to lose control of his vehicle. He then entered the west ditch, where the car rolled several times. Mr. Van­ derlei, who was not wearing a seat belt at the time of the incident was thrown from the car. He was taken to University Hospital with major injuries, OPP state. The Vanderlei car was de­ molished. Bob Rae to visit Huron Saturday Bob Rae, leader of the Official Opposition at Queen’s Park, will be visiting the Huron-Bruce area on Saturday, June 9. The New Democratic Party leader is on a swing through Huron, Bruce and Grey Counties as part of his pre-election preparation. Rae will be attending a meeting at the farm of Tony and Fran McQuail near Lucknow in the afternoon and then travelling to Owen Sound for the evening. The afternoon meeting, which starts at 2, will focus on issues of concern to the rural community. It is expected that representatives from farm, environmental, munici­ pal and educational organizations will be present to talk with Mr. Rae. Following the meeting the Huron-Bruce New Democrats will be holding their annual potluck family picnic. The picnic, which had been planned for June 17, was rescheduled to coincide with Rae’s visit.