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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 1988-05-18, Page 6PAGE 6. THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, MAY 18, 1988. Support growing PC's told Public support for free trade is growing and that message is also getting through to opposition parties, those attending the found- ing meeting of the Huron-Bruce Progressive Conservative Associa­ tion in Wingham, were told Thursday. John McDermid, parliamentary secretary to International Trade Minister John Crosby, was guest speaker at the founding meeting which results from recent redistri­ bution of federal boundaries. “Since 1947, we have been gradually reducing trade barriers through global and bilateral ar­ rangements, the very years we have matured as a nation," Mr. McDermid said. "In fact, it has been the prosperity created by freer trade that has allowed us to develop the national institutions and programs which reflect Cana­ dian values." Based on this, he said, any prophesy that freer trade will somehow lead to political absorp­ tion in 25 years is unfounded. "Canada will become a part of the United States when Canadians want that to happen, and I haven’t met one Canadian who does,” he said. He also described as fallacy, any suggestion that the Canada-U.S. trade agreement will result in a sell out of Canadian energy. Instead, as part of the agree­ ment, Canada will limit energy exports on a proportional basis in time of shortage. "Americans purchase 80 per cent of all the goods we export," he said. "You’re not going to cut off your best customer from energy.” He considers free trade and tax reform two essential elements in the PC party’s strategy "to prepare Canada for the changes ahead.” Both are obviously con­ troversial, but are based on "sound public policy geared to the long-term national interest." Other key issues which must be addressed in the federal election which will take place sometime this yearwerealsoidentifiedby Mr. McDermid, including deficit re­ duction, adapting public policy for day care to meet the changing needs of Canadian families, in­ come security, reform of global agricultural policies, and a wide range of issues dealing with education, skills training and illiteracy. Mr. McDermid was introduced by Huron-Bruce MP Murray Car- The International Scene Continued from page 4 griponthe Japanese market (50 per cent no less) but just as minuscule a share of the North American one so its intentions fall into the same category as those of Pirelli. Since the Japanese car manufacturers are setting up shop in either Canada or the United States or even both, it stands to reason that Bridgestone would like to get as close to their countrymen as possible especially as the two giants, Goodyear and Michelin, are already there. The last time I looked Bridgestone seemed to have the inside track over Pirelli in the acquisition battle for Firestone butthat will not be certain until the last dollar, yen or lira is put on the table. There is also an added bonus to the winner in the stakes for Firestone. The latter has a small share of the European market and Bad drivers can hurt trucking companies Continued from page 5 come in and exp'ain why he should be allowed to keep on trucking. The part that those involved in the industry find the most frightening is that the CVOR number is issued to the carrier, not to the driver, and it is the carrier that stands to lose points as the result of bad drivers in his employ. Drivers, of course, could also lose the right to drive. The letter and the interview are automatic processes under the CVOR system, but the next step is discretionary, and the carrier’s future depends upon his being able to convince the MTC that he is trying to do better. If he doesn’t, the CVOR office will recommend sanctions against him, which could range from a temporary shutdow n of part of a carrier’s fleet all the way up to the lifting of his CVOR number, which could mean a permanent shutdown of the business. "One bad driver could put a medium-sized company out of business, and the reason for this meeting is so we can learn how to cope with this new system," Mr. Scrimgeour said. ‘‘It’s a shake-up in the industry such as we’ve never seenbefore, and we’d better all learn how to survive, because it’s got a lot of teeth in it.” this would be a door opener for Bridgestone if it were to turn out to be the winner. In an industry where there is overcapacity, one has to check every little advantage. In the days subsequent to World War II there were a goodly number of car manufacturers and it was inevitable that some of them would lose their market share to the point where they would no longer be able to exist. To a degree that is still goingon with American Motors being the latest victim, having been taken over by Chrysler. What we are seeing in the tire industry is arepeatofallthisjifyou have some tires of one of the companies which are not carrying the name Michelin or Goodyear, perhaps you should save them. They might soon be collectors’ items. diff who also told the riding members that the PC govern­ ment’s record, when examined by the Canadian voters, is the reason "we will be forming another government.” Bruce-Grey MPP Gary Gurbin also attended the meeting and announced he will not seek re-elec­ tion this year. Barry Johnstonof RR 1, Holy­ rood, was elected president of the Huron-Bruce Progressive Conser­ vative Association. Others elected at the associa­ tion’s founding meeting in Wing­ ham last Thursday are: Tom Jasper, Goderich, first vice-presi­ dent; Barbara Fischer, Kincar­ dine, second vice-president; Mary Donnelly, Goderich, secretary­ treasurer; Lome Kleinstiver, Dashwood, chief financial officer. Past president is Art Brown of Port Elgin. Directors elected are: Maria Van Keulen, Brussels; Dave Elliott, Centralia; Mary Procter, Bel­ grave; Donna Wood, Clinton; John Schenk, Wingham; Jim Bradley, Ashfield; George Anstett, Gree­ nock; Frank Beaner, Port Elgin; Don McLeod, Kincardine; Bill Henry, Goderich; Nancy Becker, Lucknow; Ray Smith, Southamp­ ton; Harry Hayter, Dashwood; Ken Campbell, Seaforth; Elmer Bell, Exeter; Stephen Sparling, Blyth; Gary Chapman, Wingham; Lome Peter, Kincardine and Doug Earle, Port Elgin. Monday's no holiday at The Citizen Monday is the Victoria Day holiday and most stores and offices will be closed for the day. At The Citizen, however, work goes on. Deadlines will remain the same so that readers can receive their paper on Wednesday morn­ ing as usual. Brussels office will be open from 11 a.m. (please note change)until2 p.m. on Monday while the Blyth office will be open usual hours. Deadline for news or advertising will remain 2 p.m. in Brussels and 4 p.m. in Blyth. Letter to the editor Block Parents working THE EDITOR, Overthe past few months, we have been able to establish the Block Parent Program in our community. Atthe presenttime we have 37 Block Parent signs located in homes and 1 Block Parent Business Sign. The final step of the program implementation was to install Block Parent Road Signs at the four entrances of the Village. The Lions Club, Optimist Club, Royal Cana- dian Legion and Village of Brussels each paid for one sign. Applications for new Block Parents can be picked up at the Municipal Office. We would wel­ come any volunteers to help keep our program in existence. I would like to thank those who have supported this worthwhile program. Donna White Chairman Brussels Block Parents Tractor, computer new Brussels budget items Continued from page 1 taxed on its estimated sale value rather than a much lower figure that has been used in the past. A special meeting will be held after tax notices go out in June, but before taxes are due, so that the situation can be explained Mr. Hanly said. At present local councils cannot know for sure what the mill rate will be because they haven't had the allocations from the school board and county level yet. Those taxpayers hit with big increases will be eligible for help to phase in the tax increase over three years, Mr. Hanly explained. Under the new municipal budget this year spending will increase to $91,748 from $88,323 last year. Despite major purchases of a new tractor for the town works depart­ ment and a computer for the municipal office the council was able to keep the increase to the cost of inflation helped to a large extent by a $33,169 surplus from 1987 operations. Mr. Hanly said council had tried to keep the increase down because of the size of the increase that was inevitable for some homeowners because of the tax reform. Besides the tractor budgeted at a cost of $37,450 and the computer ($5,000), the council will also face expense this year of an election, estimated at $2,500. Attention Property Owners and Tenants in the County of Huron Your Municipalities are Being Reassessed In response to a request from the Council of the County of Huron and a majority of local councils, all properties in the County will be reassessed at 1984 market value. Mailing of Notices of Property Valuation 1987/1988 Notices of Property Valuation will be mailed to all property owners and tenants. The assessed value shown on your Notice will be used for the calculation of your 1988 munici­ pal and school taxes. A full explanation of the reas­ sessment, the appeal proce­ dures, and a timetable for Open Houses in your area can be found on the information insert which accompanies your new Notice of Property Valuation. Ask Questions at Open Houses Open House information ses­ sions have been planned at con­ venient times and locations to give you the opportunity to review your assessment with staff of the Regional Assessment Office. Assessment staff will be pleased to explain the basis of your property assessment and can correct any errors in the information shown on your Notice. We encourage you to take advantage of this service. Rolls Available For Review The Assessment Roll will be available for review at your local municipal office during regular business hours, beginning June 13, 1988. If You Wish To Appeal If you believe you have been improperly assessed in any way, you may file a formal complaint with the Assessment Review Board. The final date for filing an appeal is July 4,1988. Details of the appeal proce­ dures are on your Notice of Property Valuation and on the information insert. Schedule of Open Houses Town of Clinton Town of Exeter Town of Goderich Town of Seaforth Mon. May 30 & Tues May 31,1 p m. - 8 p.m. Clinton Town Hall Sat. June 4,10 am - 4 p.m. Council Chamber Thur May 26 & Fri. May 27, 1 p.m. - 8 p.m. Exeter Olde Town Hall Sat. May 28.10a m -4 p m Second Floor Tues. May 24 & Wed. May 25.1 p.m -8pm Assessment Office '* ' Boardroom 57 Napier Street. Goderich Seaforth Town Hall Second Floor Wingham Town Hall Sat. May 28,10 am. - 4 p.m Wed. June 1 & Thur June 2, 1 p.m - 8 pm. Sat. June 4,10 a m - 4 p.m Mon May 30 & Tues. May 31, 1 p m - 8 p m Sat. June4,10a m -4p m Wed. June 1 & Thur. June 2, 1 pm -8 pm Sat. June 4.10 a m. -4 p.m Mon. May 30 & Tues. May 31, 1p.m. - 8 p m Sat. June 4,10 a m - 4 p.m. Thur. May 26 & Fri May 27, 1 p.m. - 8 pm Sat. May 28, 10 a m - 4 p.m _____________ _ Tues May 24 & Wed. May 25. 1 p m -8pm Zurich Arena Auditorium Sat May 28.10 a.m. - 4 p m. Tues May 24 & Wed May 25, 1 p m -8pm Zurich Arena Auditorium Sat May 28,10 a m -4 p.m Thur May 26 & Fri May 27, 1 p m - 8 p m Dungannon Agricultural Sat May 28, 10 am -4 p.m Hall Tues May 24 & Wed May 25. 1 p.m, -8pm. Assessment Office Sat May28. 10a m -4p m. Boardroom 57 Napier Street. Goderich Townshipof East Wawanosh Mon May 30 & Tues May 31.1 p m - 8 p m Wingham Town Hall Sal June 4, 10 a.m. -4 p.m Tues May 24 & Wed May 25,1 p.m - 8pm Sat May28. 10a m.-4 p m Town of Wingham Village of Bayfield Village of Blyth Village of Brussels Village of Hensall Village of Zurich Township of Ashfield Township of Colborne Township of Goderich Township of Grey Township of Hay Township of Howick Township of Hullett Township of McKillop Township of Morris Township of Stanley Township of Stephen Township of Tuckersmith Township of Turnberry Township of Usborne . Township of West Wawanosh Ontario Ministry of Revenue Bayfield Municipal Office Clinton Town Hall Council Chamber Brussels Community Centre, Second Floor Thur May 26 <& Fri May 27, 1 p m. -8pm Sat May28. 10a m -4p m Tues May 24 & Wed May 25, 1 p.m. - 8 p m Sat May 28,10a m -4pm Wed. June 1 & Thur June 2,1 p m - 8 p m Sat. June4, 10a m. - 4 p m Mon May 30 & Tues May31.1pm -8pm Sat. 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Goderich Brussels Community Centre, Second Floor Zurich Arena Auditorium Gome Community Hall Clinton Town Hall Council Chamber Seaforth Town Hall Second Floor Brussels Community Centre Second Floor Bayfield Municipal Office Exeter Olde Town Hall Second Floor Clinton Town Hall Council Chamber Wingham Town Hall Exeter Olde Town Hall Second Floor Dungannon Agricultural Hall HURON, PERTH REGIONAL ASSESSMENT OFFICE 57 Napier Street, Box 190 Goderich. Ontario N7A 3Z2 (519)524-7326, 1-800-265-5192 Call collect if you are located outside of the toll-free area.