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Home My WebLink AboutThe Lucknow Sentinel, 1986-06-25, Page 3Board supports new arena efrom page I mant since 1983. He is not positive it will be available next year. There is the possibili- ty that if an election is called next spring, the government would decide to mortgage the future and find the money to give out elections plums, said Bitton, but that kind of funding is unreliable. Bitton said Wintario lottery funds which had been used to fund capital recreational projects are being redirected to health ser- vices and he expects even less money will be coming for capital recreation projects such as the Lucknow arena. Bitton told The Sentinel Lucknow recreation director Bill Hunter has worked long and hard to find provincial funding for the project but the Lucknow Arena Board and the fund raising committee could not seem to decide what the project was going to be and then say "This is the way we are going to go." In Bitton's opinion, the arena board should look seriously at doing a feasibility study which would be able to assess the community's willingness to pay and the community support for the project as well as the ability to pay for the project. An independent consulting firm would do the study and since they would have no vested interest in the project, their results would be unbiased. Bitton said the ministry funds 75 per cent of the cost of such a study. Bitton said it's not too late to commis- sion the study now, since the project will not receive provincial funding this year. A feasbility study could be completed in three to four months. Bitton, who had never been told that a racquetball court was included in the pro- posal, said it is difficult to justify the inclu- sion of such a facility in the project because it has a very low user rate. Only two people can play on the court at a time. Bitton said it is sometimes better if an arena is condemned because when the facility is gone, it is easier to get communi- ty support for the project. It's much more difficult to get the community behind the project when people can still play hockey this winter, he said. If the arena board pro - •Turn to page 13 PICK -YOUR -OWN Strawberries AT KINGSVIEW FARMS SIEGFRIED POOGANATZ OPEN SUNDAY AFTERNOON Next Sunday Closed 529-7059 ‘1`4•1 GoISYQ FROM N GS E .809 1111 (0E11 V ALiD: Wne 15-oa,Y a SPECTRUM aka a 4 ateeze Leave Your Film With Us UMBACH PHARMACY LUCKNOW 528-3004 Chairman praises, eonde Dear Editor: I am writing in response to the editorial "Time for Decision" which appeared in the June 18, 1986 edition of the Lucknow Sentinel. I thank you for bringing this important issue in front of the public again. Although, it may appear to you that nothing is being done on this project 1 wish to assure you and your readers that substantial progress has been made in our efforts to construct a new sports complex for Lucknow and District. Contrary to the editorial any interested Lion member is aware of the progress of Lucknow Semis' el, Wednesday, June 25, 1986 --Fuge 3 s the Fund Raising Committee furthermore, our fund raising committee has the support of the Lucknow Arena Board which is also well informed of the status of this project. The arena Board has wisely decided not to spend any further public funds to upgrade the existing arena. It is evident from the editorial that your reporter spent far too much time listening to rumors which could have been better spent contacting those who are more knowledgeable of this project. I would also suggest that in order for this project to be successful, your publication should support and encourage those mdrvtdua is who have unselfishly devoted time and efforts to the betterment of this community. Only through co-operation are great things accomplished. This new Sports Complex will be a symbol of the co-oper- ation within this cornffiunity w i.`ch has been demonstrated in the past with projects such as tennis courts, swimming pool. Community Cep tre etc_ Walter Arnold, Chairman of Fund Raising. Junior Trivial Pursuit ends spring session To the Editor: The Lucknow Branch Library's Junior Trivial Pursuit Club just completed its spring session with a final game on Monday, June 16. At the end of the game the prizes were given out to the members and all enjoyed the Pepsi donated by Bain's Groceteria. This club for Public School children met twice a month at the Library under the supervision of Lorna Guay to play Junior Trivial Pursuit. Each week's score was accumulated for a grand total for the spring. The club had 21 members.. The top three scorers were Robert Hamilton, Wayne 6ollan and Colin Hum- phrey, who received Trivial Pursuit mugs donated by Lorna Guay. Other prize winners and prize donors were: Chrissy Conley, voucher for banana split donated by the Super Scoop; Shelley' Gollan, first aid kit donated by McDonagh Insurance Agency; Jennifer Cranston, voucher for sundae donated by the Super Scoop; Cathey Conley, voucher for hamburger and fries from Bully's; Joel Sutton, three ring binder distionary, donated by Lucknow Variety; Vince Stickiend and Chad Stanley, hats from Lucknow Farm Supply; Home Hardware pens from Lucknow Hardware went to Jason Humphrey, Jason Stanley, Lisa GoI➢an, . eta Jardine, Katrina Abbott and Chris Humphrey. On behalf of the Lwow Branch Library staff and Branch Advisory Committee and the Junior Trivial Pursuit players we would like to thank these1,. L: meets for supporting thislibraryprogram in this way. The el b will start up ; ;aiin October tober and any child between the ages of 8 - 14 is invited to job. Watch for the startup session in the fall. Efl Sincerely, Lorna Guay and Fran Mc nail. Sentinel thanked for promoting program To the Editor: I'd like to take this opportunity to thank the Lucknow Sentinel for its help in promoting "Tools for Africa". Early response to the program has been very favourable with both new and used tools being dropped off at the Co-op. The main comment from area residents has been that farm and garden tools are more likely to end up being delivered to the needy than would cash or food. Global Ed -Med Supplies (Canada) Inc. has asked that these tools be in good working condition. Many farmers have tools that have damaged handles etc. which they feel cannot be sent to Africa. To assist the area residents who have this problem Lucknow District Co-op will supply handles/and/or heads for such tools at our cost plus 5 per cent (for shipping charges to our outlet) to bring them up to standard for shipment to Africa.. Area residents are encouraged to bring these tools in and the Co-op staff will repair them before they are packed for shipment. We would encourage local church and service groups to promote "Tools for Africa" through their bulletins, and hope- fully collect tools for the needy_ Anyone can take "Tools for Africa" on as a project since it is not limited only to the Co-opera- tives across Ontario. Please get involved_ The rains have returned to Africa, let's help them to help themselves by contribut- ing to this long lasting program. Co-operatively yours, Dave Dawson„ Lucknow Dist_ Co-op. We Have The Cure For Your EXHAUSTED AUTO..... Lurch on out to MONTGOMERY MOTORS We'll have it purring like a kitten in no time at all. 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