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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 1990-08-01, Page 12PAGE 12. THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 1, 1990. Full moon bad luck for Walton man It may look funny in movies but a Walton man learned last week that “mooning” can be an expensive statement to make in an argument. Judge R.G.E. Hunter was told in provincial court in Wingham Wed­ nesday that at 3:15 on the after­ noon of June 9 Gary William Coombs was on the main street of Walton. He had had an argument over land and he pulled down his pants and exposed his buttocks and waved his rear end back and forth at the person he had argued with who was across the street. There were 10 - 12 people including children in the area at the time and traffic going by, Judge Hunter was told. Asked if the facts were correct as stated, Mr. Coombs, through duty counsel George Brophy said he didn’t remember any children in the area at the time. “He’d be facing the other way,” the Judge noted dryly. Mr. Coombs was fined $100 or five days in jail for indecent exposure. Brussels grads Brussels Kindergarten graduation was held Tuesday, June 26. Front row, from left are: Mark Hunter, Richelie Jorritsma, Nicole Mast nak, Lesley Pep per, Kendall Ju tzi, Christine Mason, Trina Daw. Middle row: Matthew Purcell, Courtney Stephenson, Megan Bragg, Heather Armstrong, Samantha Thomas. Backrow: Matthew Clarkson, Trevor Mitchler, Nolan Krotz, Johnny Van Beek, Blair Smith, Jeremy Schwartzen- truber. Absent was Matthew Bennett. Advertising is a guide to fashion. Residents protest lounge Approximately 30 people were present at a tribunal hearing on July 23 at the Brussels Legion to discuss the proposal of Art Cross­ man to establish an entertainment lounge in what is presently the Sea Hut Corral, at the north end of the village. A petition with 139 names oppos­ ing the plan was presented to Council at its meeting of July 3 for consideration at the hearing. In addition to Mr. Crossman and representatives from Council, area churches and concerned neigh­ bours, people from the Liquor Licensing Board and their legal counsel were present at the hear­ ing. Liquor Inspector Brian Johnston informed those present that the licensing would be for a 4,000 square foot building that would accommodate 289 people plus, Mr. Crossman noted that he would have parking facilities for 45 cars. Rod Steinman, who was repre­ senting the Mennonite Fellowship Church, which is located about 200 yards north east of Sea Hut, said that a discussion had been held among the elders of the church concerning the proposed lounge. They were worried about what kind of patrons would frequent such an establishment and that the noise level would be too high in a residential area. Mr. Steinman also submitted a petition from the church with an additional 35 names opposed to the idea. Jim Le Drew, who lives near Sea Hut spoke on behalf of other concerned neighbours. He noted that it is in a residential area and that the only other establishment like it was located two blocks away. Margaret McLeod, another Brus­ sels resident, said she believed there’s enough businesses like the one Mr. Crossman is planning in the area so it is not needed. The hotel in Brussels will hold 312, the arena can have 377 people, and the local restaurant can have 82. There is also the arena available for special occasions. Also, Mrs. McLeod was concerned for the three new families who had moved in behind the Sea Hut Corral. A teacher from Grey Central School, Elwin Garland, voiced his concern over the fact that educators are trying to teach adolescents to stay away from drugs and alcohol. He felt this would be a negative influence and said that a number of families are going through this problem now. Brussels Clerk Hugh Hanly pro­ vided the LLBO with some informa­ tion about zoning and Council’s feelings about the issue. He said that the area is presently consider­ ed Highway Commercial and that it would have to be re-zoned to qualify for a night club or tavern. Council, Mr. Hanly said, has not had a full discussion on the matter and each councillor has his own feelings about it. He also said that the letter he sent to the LLBO was based on a zoning by-law and is not a binding decision. Many residents questioned Mr. Crossman on his definition of his establishment as there was con­ flicting opinion of what he had planned. Businessman Gerry White, who owns the Brussels Hotel, referred to himself as an “interested citi­ zen” in addressing the committee. Mr. White also feels it is not needed, because of the beer tents and special occasion permits issued. He also noted that the Sea Hut property had been for sale. In speaking to the assembled group, Mr. Crossman said he could not understand what people were worried about as it was his inten­ tion to meet all the requirements set by the LLBO. Mr. Crossman also said he could construct a 12 foot high buffer fence around the area and the room would be soundproof as well. There would be a dress code in effect. He said that he had specific plans to hire international live entertainment like Dolly Parton and Kenny Rogers. He would employ 45-50 people at the establishment, which would provide jobs. Legal counsel for LLBO Richard Kulis said he felt that the board should not issue the license be­ cause of the public interest shown, which he says has to be considered. He said based on a residential area with a population of only 1,000 people and three already establish- Continued on page 13 Cook’s Crop Handling Tfeam. We’re ready when you are, at 6 locations. This fall, bring your crop to the experts at Cook’s. We can handle a broad range of vehicles at 6 convenient locations, making crop delivery fast and easy. In addition, we have 12 licensed white bean satellites. 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