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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Lucknow Sentinel, 1989-01-25, Page 100 Page 1S— chow Sentinel, Wednesday, January 25, 1,189 Waste managenlent fanning • from page 1 natives was discussed byMr. Merrall, who stated, "We've been Producing waste at an + increase each, year. When the work began on the waste management plan, he said, no recycling was underway, aside from a few sites who were separating scrap metal. However, -some nwnicipalites are currently im- plementing recycling programs, or con- sidering implementing programs A problem facing the municpalites, though, is the fact that it is difficult for areas with small populations to sustain such programs. "In rural areas, they just don't generate the amount of (recyclable) material, so they have to store it, before it goes to a market. Also, it is further away to the markets," Miss Richter said following the meeting. Another difficulty, she added, is that the Blue Box programs for recycling are real- ly geared towards areas where there is regular garbage collection. This is not always the case in the rural areas of the county. There is currently a commitee looking into the feasibility of recycling in the area. They are known as -the Huron -Perth Recycling Board. This board is looking into a joint recycl- ing depot for the two counties, which would help with quickening the gathering of recyclable materials, and cut back the costs of processing the materials. Additio li ways -of re ung Merrall explained, may include the com- posting of home waste and leaves, and pro- per purchasing decisions made by local residents. "The individual's options to reduce waste will make a big impact," he said. Evaivatlen Questionnaire Choices have to be made regarding the locations of a new site or sites, as well as the different types of waste management systems, Mr. Davidson explained. Whine there are- many technological questions, he - added, the opinions of the residents of Huron County are wanted. For this reason, an evaluation criteria ques- tionnaire was prepared prior to the meeting. Regarding the choices to be made, the questionnaire read, "It is very important that these decisions be based on the values held by the community as a whole, as well as on technical 'information. This question- naire asks about the values you hold with regard to ensuring that various com- ponents ponents of the environment are protected from potential impacts of a waste manage- ment system." The questionnaire, " Mr. Davidson added, deals with seven components they feel peo- ple are concerned with. They are: public and health safety, social environment, natural environment, resource use, com- munity economic environment, technical considerations, and archaeological and heritage resources. The questionnaire asks those answering to scale their answers on the various ques- tions from not important, to very impor- tant. As well, a question regarding tax in- creases to meet these values was included. "We're interested in your comments, now and later in the program" Mr. David- son told the gathered crowd.,, In conclusion, he again stressed that the values of the people are very important to those preparing the plan Environmental Assessment Cathy Giesbrecht discussed some of the government rules and regulations regar- ding waste management and the environment. She noted that in the county they are cur- rently in the pre -decision stage, where all the information is being evaluated. This stage is required under the environmental asse.ssemeatpre Once work progresses furter in Huron County, an .environmental study volt be submitted to the MOE for review, will then go to a government review team. "They address the quality of the docu- ment, and see if it meets the requirements of the act." This assessment study, she added, will be published once the review is complete, to allow for public viewing. Read -Up . 1 Prior to the question and answer period, Miss Richter took the floor again to solicit further public iuiput. She stated that as the waste manage- ment co-ordinators, they will be responsi- ble for all aspects of the study, but at the same time, "We're putting a great deal of emphasis on public input." Furthermore, Miss Richter stated that Kairshea W.I. has guest speaker The January meeting of the Kin10 s Kairshea W.I. washeld atthe SepayApart- mnents. Eva Burt was hostess, serving dessert and tea, assisted by Irene Haldenby. President Irene ifaldenby welcomed members and visitors with a new year poem. The opening Ode was samg and the MaryStewatt Collect repeated. Mary Laois read the scripture from Roinrans. The minutes were read by the teary Wanda Keith. Maimie Rou1ston gave a report on waste management, recycling and the him box program. June Gilchrist and Freda MacInnes will look after- a Valetinegifi:forthepatientin the Kairshea room at Winghatn Hospital. Maisie Ballston and Jime Gilchrist will look after the February birthdays at Pinecrest Nursing Home. Guest speaker for resolutions was Mrs. Russel MacGuire, district President of Bruce South District. Mrs McGuire reminded the meeting of several meeting dates caning up. The topic of her talk "as the twig is bent so the tree grows." She urged the planting of trees, comparing her topictothe life of a child growing up. Do not be a dictator to children, give children what they need, not what they want; train up achild in the way he should go. In conclusion - love in the home, a happy home and a loving senile Mrs. MacGuire was thanked and presented with a gift. (.iirrend events were given by Alene Bradley and Mary Laois, local and world wide. The rode all was answered by "your way of reducing garbage." Mary Laois conducted a contest. Courtesies were given by Alene Bradley. Presbyterian evening auxiliary meet The January meeting of the Lucknow Presbyterian Evening Aluliary was held on the 17th in thechurch basement with 12 members present. Mrs. William Henderson chaired the meeting, opening with a reading, Give 'Thanks unto the Lord. Following tineopening hymn, Mrs. Bert Moffat gave the devotion based on love. Mrs. Kenneth Laidlaw gave an introdi tial to the navvy botik an South Africa, giving milts from tI early Dutch tiers to't :fit problems between the ite.and black peopie living there. The bunkum and correspondence were dealt -with. The roilcall was answered with the piiyment of 50 cents for Presbyterial.impenses and elle new pro- grams *megrim 'The .offering was received and dedicated. The IMO ,Parpsse was repeated and liiiallaudienviterreadsc ree 1.7 • as a variety number. They were Winter, Go on with your Knitting and Remember Her. The meeting closed with a hymn follow- ed by Mrs. William Henderson leading in prayer. februaryis Heartand8troxe Month ANCISTICKE Lrrm;s,v..ailr,og.arncwin.ades#rule.. �\ ; _ ..x 71.. she feels the residents of the county do have much information to provide, and should therefore have their say. "Public input is critical in providing a plan that meets the needs of the residents of Huron County," she said. For those wishing to keep in touch with how the plan is progressing, she reminded them to sign a comment sheet on hand, or watch the local papers for news. She added that copies of all reports are available for loan at town and village libraries. "Finally, again, I'm asking your group or organization to become involved. "Fill out the questionnaire, attend public meetings; make sure all your ideas and concerns are addressed to us. "Our decisions will affect every resident in the county." Questions and Answers Following the presentations, the meeting was opened up for questions from the floor. The first involved money, as a person wanted to know the cost, at this point, to the county for the study. Miss Richter stated the budget for the first stage is $68,000, and she quickly pointed out, "I should also mention, the MOE funds 50 per cent of this project. A question that was asked in various forms a number of times involved other mimicipalites dumping their garbage in Huron County. "Do we have any say if Wingham starts to dump into our lot?" one questioner from East Wawanosh asked. Mr. Merrell explainer t hat the MOE does have the final say. "Yes, he (minister) can order you to take so- meone's garbage. There is that ultimate .� a Mr. MacMillan agreeil that only under order would a municipality be forced to take garbage. He added that in the future, it won't make sense to have 17 landfill sites, but one or a few that will be shared on the county level. At this point, a member of the audience noted that the municipality who gets stuck taking the garbage won't be overly happy. Phil Bye from the Owen Sound office of the MOE then joined the conversation, and stated that a ministerial order to force a site to take someone else's garbage had never been invoked in this area. He added that the management of the iimiamminmEmor sites is upl�gt�o� the county, not to the ministry. "The decision, ultimately, to who gets the garbage...that's what this study is about." The study will allow peo- ple to have their say on such subjects as placements of sites, he said. While the county will be looking to do its part in cutting back on the garbage .pro- blem through the study, one area resident wanted to know if the government is doing anything about putting pressure on com- panies who are selling such items as unrecyclable cans, or goods packaged in styrofoam. Cathy Giesbrecht explained the ministry is wonting towards encouraging•industries to do their part for the effort. As an exam- ple, she listed a few pop companies who had been charged for not having enough recyclable bottles on store shelves. "They're (government) working at it, but it's a slow process," she said. When the . question of what the cost is currently to maintain the 17 sites, Mr. MacMillan pointed out it's not the operating costs they are concerned about, but the replacement costs. Former Blyth Councillor Bill Howson then wanted to know, if one big site was set up in the county, whether Blyth would be forced to use that site, and if not, whether they would have to pay taxes on it anyways. Mr. Merrell explained there are a number of ways to fund sites, including taxes, and tipping fees based on the amnlmmt of -garbage brought in: On the question of mandatory usage, Mr. Merrell said, "The county can't force you, the minister can. But if it is a good site, I can't see you being made to change. I have a hard time seeing the county forcing you to use it." Future Meeting One mare meeting will be held on this first stage of the plan. It will be held in the Hensall Arena on January 30. Aside from this meeting, though, Miss Richter said she would be happy to ar- range small workshops on the plan for area groups. The committee is planning to e the first stage report ready for presen ' on to Huron County Council in April. Work on Stage 2a will then begin in May. We extend sympathy to the relatives and family of the late .Mrs. Lillian (Car- ruthers) Simpson. Mrs. Gerald (Nancy) Murray is a niece. Mrs. Douglas Palmer of Welland spent a few days during the week with Mrs. Frank Maulden Relatives and 'friends of Mrs. Pearl Lloyd who grew up on concession 10 and now of London was a patient in . Victoria Hospital, London. We send get wellwishes. Pastor and Mrs. Marvin Christensen were guests of Mr. and Mrs. Terry Burt on Friday evening. Mrs. Tom McDonald visited on Monday with her sister Mrs. Essie Bloomfield at Paisley. Mr. and Mrs. Bob Ormond of Milton spent the weekend with Pastor and Mrs. Mervin Christensen. Kinleugh The ugh Presbyterian W.M.S. meeting was held at the church last Wednesday with Mrs. William MacPher- son hostess. She also presided opening with a welcome and a prayer. All repeated Kby May Boyle INLOUGH the W.M.S. purpose. Mrs. Don Bushell read the minutes and correspondence and the thank you notes for Christmas cheerio boxes. The rollcall was payment of fees and a thought or poem. Mrs. Don Reid had the devotions on faith and the different aspects on faith that we should live daily by fait -91 questionusing several A and answer period brought out various references to faith. She closed with a faith quiz and hymns were sung. Mrs. Bert Thompson read a poem on Christian growth and the 1909 programs were made. Mrs. Bruce Bushell invited the ladies to her home for the February meeting. Prayer and grace closed the meeting, followed by Mrs. Tom McDonald giving the courtesies and lunch was served. .Tribute to Robbie Burns The Lucknow Town and Country Club met at the Lucknow Legion Hall on January 16. President Joan Robinson chaired the meeting, opening with the singing of 0 Canada. The program, a Scottish one, was turned over to Susan MacNaughton. The Country Scottish Dancers favoured throughout the -afternoon witha number of dances. Bob and Isobel Shepherd led the groin. Some dance nimthein were Waltz Country, GOY Gordonwslmd the Shat hcbe the audience. Eyerraue aniOlit a sem;-a4ong accom- panied ion the, by Isobel Shepherd. Numbers inclu Lode Lomond. Amaahig Grace, A Scottish Solider and other oil Scottish songs. Readings jsy Susan MacNaughton in- cludedOde of Bobbie Burns, It's no so Bad, Granny's Old flea Pot. Betty O'Donnell read The Brain and A man must Want. A number of musical selects)* as were en- joyed with Harold Ciunpbell on the violin, Jean Wiley and /Nary Hahn on the b�njo8 afid BettrO'Donnell on the piano. abort business meeting ,following. Following the dosing ofthemaeting,tea and were moved, by the corn- MiUee ince, Susan MacNangl*onand Jean Johnatoae. 9