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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 1992-03-04, Page 6PAGE 6. THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, MARCH 4,1992. Letter sparks Bd. of Ed. to review hiring policy Sparked by a letter of community concern, the Huron County Board of Education agreed to review its policy regarding tendering and hir­ ing procedures, at the March meet­ ing. A letter was read by Chair Bea Dawson from two Brussels resi­ dents who were distressed that the contract custodial job at Brussels Public School had not been given to a local person. Julie Harrison and Susanne Gow- ing wrote that they feel "local peo­ ple should be given preference (all things being approximately equal) but that anyone should be able to apply-" They asked the board to give this issue serious consideration, noting that when an outside person is hired the money leaves the community. In response Chair Dawson said that the board was appreciative of the opportunity to clarify the selec­ tion policy and of the thoughtful tone of the letter. She acknowledged the support the school receives from the com­ munity and the relationship between the community and board. Mrs. Dawson added that the board policy calls for the selection of the best candidate for a position. "For contract positions, where ten- Belgrave woman wins contest Mary Isabel Nethery of Belgrave is the winner of The Citizen's annu­ al Heritage Week contest. Mrs. Nethery's entry was chosen from among those who successfully pieced together the portions of pic­ tures from four area landmarks and identified them. Pieces of photos of the buildings had been scattered throughout the Feb. 19 issue of The Citizen. The four buildings were the Brussels Post Office, Blyth Memorial Hall, the old feed mill in Ethel and Knox Presbyterian Church, Cranbrook. Mrs. Nethery wins $25 for her detective work. Farmers can't win without the right tools Continued from page 1 Canadian farmers can't stay in busi­ ness. Canadian farmers can compete and can be as efficient as anyone else "if we have the same tools," Mr. George said. But he said it's a myth that a level playing field exists between Canada and other food producing countries. Mr. George said the OFA and other farm groups have heard the commitments to fight for supply management by Prime Minister Brian Mulroney and "we'd like to believe him, but we can't leave it to chance." Farmers are ready to demonstrate their solidarity again if necessary, he said. Mr. George said he had urged the Prime Minister to take a trade mis­ sion to Washington to help con­ vince the American government that Canada's position, supporting supply management for internal marketing while calling for a reduction of trade-distorting export subsidies, is of no danger to the U.S. He said he wished there was some way to motivate those Ameri­ cans who are opposed to GATT plans, to demonstrate in their own country. Several busloads of New York dairy farmers travelled north to support the Canadian position at the Ottawa rally. ders are received, the issue of the price of the tender is also a factor which is considered in the selection of the successful candidate." She also noted that the board pro­ vides services to all areas of the county and policy dictates that vacant positions be advertised in all county newspapers. "It is the board's position that these vacan­ cies should be made known to all county residents," she said. Twenty lenders were received for the custodial position at Brussels Public School and each was given equal consideration, said Mrs. Dawson. The selection committee considered the breadth of experi­ ence and qualification of each applicant and the tender price sub­ mitted. She explained that the suc­ cessful candidate had a greater amount and wider breadth of both Students BY SANDRA JOSLING There was Youth Remembrance Day poetry contest held earlier this year at the Brussels Legion. Stu­ dents of Brussels and Grey Central School were asked to send their entries. Ann Stephenson of Grey Central won first place. The poem was then forwarded to District Level judging. Ann's poem was TOWNSHIP OF EAST WAWANOSH PUBLIC MEETING CONCERNING A PROPOSED ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the Corporation of the TOWNSHIP OF EAST WAWANOSH will hold a public meeting on Monday, March 30, 1992 at 7:15 p.m. in Belgrave Community Centre to consider a proposed zoning by-law under Section 34 of the Planning Act, 1983. The proposed by-law would change the zoning on Part Lot 36, Concession 14, In the Township of East Wawanosh (see map below), from "General Agriculture (AG1)" to "Salvage Yard- Special (C4-1)" to permit the establishment of a salvage yard in a former gravel pit. This amendment also proposes to add C4 zone regulations to the East Wawanosh zoning by-law. This by-law would amend zoning by-law 10-1987 for the Township of East Wawanosh. ANY PERSON may attend the public meeting and/or make written or verbal representation either In support of or in opposition to the proposed zoning by-law. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION relating to the proposed zoning by­ law is available from the Township Clerk during normal business hours. A copy of the purpose/effect of the by-law and the proposed zone regulations for C4 are attached below for your information. DATED AT THE TOWNSHIP OF EAST WAWANOSH THIS 4th DAY OF March, 1992 Mrs. Winona Thompson, Clerk TOWNSHIP OF EAST WAWANOSH BELGRAVE, Ont. / NOG 1E0 (519) 357-2880 Purpose & Effect: This by-law amendment would change the zoning on a 12.5 acre (5 hectare) portion of Lot 36, Con. 14, to permit the establishment of a Salvage yard according to the provisions of the suggested C4 zone, as follows: "SECTION 26. SALVAGE YARD (C4) 26.1 PERMITTED USES: 26.1.1. an automotive wrecking establishment as defined in Section 2.19; 26.1.2. a 'salvage yard* as defined in Section 2.138 of this By-law; 26.1.3. uses accessory to the permitted uses; 26.2 PERMITTED STRUCTURES 26.2.1. an accessory residence to be owned and occupied by the manager of the permitted commercial operation; 26.2.2 a storage shed; 26.2.3. buildings and structures for permitted uses; 26.2.4. buildings and structures accessory to the permitted uses. 26.3. ZONE REGULATIONS 26.3.1. 26.3.1.1. Zone Area (min.) - 2 hectares; 26.3.1.2. Zone Area (max.) - 6 hectares; 26.3.2. Lot Frontage (mln.) - 45 metres 26.3.3. Front Yard Depth (minimum) - 30 metres 26.3.4. Side Yard Depth (minimum) - 3 metres, except: 26.3.4.1. 15 metres minimum where any side lot line abuts any Non-lndustrlal Zone; 26.3.4.2. 1 metre minimum where any side lot line abuts any railway right-of-way. 26.3.5. Exterior Side Yard Depth (minimum) - 30 metres. 26.3.6. Rear Yard Depth (minimum) - 3 metres, except: 26.3.6.1. 15 metres minimum where any rear lot line abuts any Non-Industrial Zone; 26.3.6.2. 1 metre minimum where any rear lot line abuts a railway right-of-way. 26.3.7. Lot Coverage (maximum) - 20 percent 26.4. BUILDING REGULATIONS: 26.4.1. Building Height (maximum) -12 metres 26.5. REGULATIONS FOR ACCESSORY RESIDENTIAL USES 26.5.1. Lot Area (to be added to the minimum lot area for the Salvage Yard Use) - minimum: 26.5.1.1. detached residence - 700 square metres 26.5.1.2. attached dwelling unit - 350 square metres; 26.5.2. Minimum floor area per dwelling unit shall be in accordance with the following: 26.5.2.1. Fully detached residence - 84.0 square metres; 26.5.2.2. A residence as part of the non-residential building or structure - 70.0 square metres. 26.5.3. Access to dwelling units from the adjacent street shall be provided for the exclusive use of the dwelling units. maintenance and custodial experi­ ence and submitted a low and rea­ sonable tender price. Following Mrs. Dawson's com- speak-off awarded third for her efforts. Con­ gratulations. The Branch looks for­ ward to all of next year's entries. The Brussels Legion entertain­ ment committee for March wanted to keep the Olympic flame ignited and also celebrate St. Patrick's Day. To do this the idea arose for the Irish Olympic Pub night. On Fri­ day, March 20 at 8:30 p.m. the rticnls trustee Don McDonald made a motion that the policy be reviewed. The motion passed unan­ imously. tonight games will begin. To participate you need not be an athlete. We arc looking for people who enjoy an evening of fellowship, teamwork and loads of fun. Hope to sec you there. Public speaking night will be March 4 at 7:30 p.m. in the Legion Hall. All are invited to listen to the speeches. 26.6 SEPARATION DISTANCE Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 26.3 and 26.5., no accessory residence, and no commercial, recreational, industrial or institutional building or structure shall be established adjacent to any building or structure housing livestock, poultry, or fur bearing animals or waste products from such buildings or structures except where a separation distance In accordance with section 25 Is provided. For the purpose of separation distances, feedlots and waste storage facilities shall be considered as structures. 26.7. SPECIAL PROVISIONS 26.7.1 PLANTING STRIPS Nothwithstanding the provisions of Section 3.29, the height of the planting strip shall be 2.5 metres where the planting strip is adjacent to the front and side yards, and 1.75 metres where the planting strip Is adjacent to the rear lot line, subject to the following additional provisions: 26.7.1.1. where the side or rear line Is adjacent to a Residential, Recreational or Institutional Zone, or a public roadway, the planting strip shall be 2.4 metres In height; 26.7.1.2. where the side or rear lot line is adjacent to a railroad right-of-way, no planting strip is required. 26.7.1.3. a fence of equal height may be required In conjunction with a planting strip, or in replacement of a planting strip. 26.7.2. OPEN STORAGE. No open storage will be permitted in the front, side or rear yards with the exception of parking of motor vehicles in accordance with Section 3.9.6. of this By-law. 26.8. SPECIAL ZONES 26.8.1. C4-1 Nothwithstanding the provisions of Section 26.3.4.1. to the contrary, in the area zoned C4-1, the existing east side yard for the existing shed is the permitted side yard." This proposed zone change is not intended to create a severed parcel as it zones a portion of the property and does not create a new lot line. Proposed zone change to 'C4-1 (Salvage Yard-Special)' from "AG1 (General Agriculture)'