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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 1995-12-20, Page 3Blyth People Shane Snell of Wingham visited with his grandparents, Alvin and Gene Snell on Saturday. THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 20, 1995. PAGE 3. A very special thank you for your valued patronage. Larry, Cathy, Diane, Janet, Marilyn, Andrea, Krista and Shelley AT CHRISTMAS Their Christmas tale This group of youngsters delighted the audience with a skit during the annual Blyth Village Christmas Pageant on Saturday evening. From left: Stephanie Root, Robert Thompson, Jackie Falconer (behind the piano), Mary Thompson and Orie Falconer. Gov't cut hits fire budget BOXING DAY SALE Dec. 27, 28, 29 & 30 at HOUDAY HOURS: Closed Dec. 24, 25 & 26 Closed Dec. 31 at 4 p.m. Closed Jan. 1 Government cutbacks have affected another sector of the com- munity. Grants for the county fire co-ordinator will be reduced to zero in 1996. In outlining the result's from a recent Huron County Mutual Aid meeting, Blyth and District Fire Chief Paul Josling told Blyth coun- cil Dec. 18, that county grants to pay a portion of the co-ordinator's wage have been dropping since 1993 and will reach zero next year. In 1995, the county granted $930 to the Mutual Aid Association and the fire departments contributed a total of $5,000. Of this amount, $1,700 went to the co-ordinator. The remaining funds were used for training, emergency foam and other purchases, says Josling. Now that "Old Man Winter" had arrived outside, what better timing for Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer to greet the residents in the lounge at Blyth's Queen's Villa. A delicious turkey meal, with all the trimmings was prepared Dec. 12 and served to 17 people. This was generously sponsored by the Blyth Royal Canadian Legion, Branch #420, who are interested in being involved in a monthly meal program. The new year will bring about discussions to see if any other community services/organiza- tions may also be keen in participating in such a worthwhile project. Anyone interested in hearing With no grants forthcoming, a new way needs to be found to pay the co-ordinator, he says. At a meeting, the fire chiefs decided that the.current system of $200 per fire department per year had to be changed. Each of the 26 municipalities contributed to the $200 depending on the per cent of support, thereby leaving some municipalities, such as Morris Twp., paying only about $45 while Stephen Twp. pays over $350, says Josling. Rejecting all alternatives from the county, the fire chiefs proposed a system which would charge each municipality $350 annually, result- ing in $9,100 per year, in total to the Mutual Aid Association. The monies would go to pay the more concerning this should contact Tammy Antaya, supportive nursing co-ordinator with the Town and Country Homemakers at 1- 800-222-6983 or 1-519-235-4570. Kay Buchanan gave her time and efforts to the food preparations and the serving of the Christmas meal. Chef John Glousher cooked the delicious turkey to perfection. Custodian Kathy Bromley, gave • Wishing you a itots19 Merry Christmas & a Happy New Year John & Vera Hesse!wood co-ordinator $5,000 per year plus S1,000 for his assistant. Though supportive of the plan in principle, neither Josling (speaking on behalf of the fire area board) nor the councillors could support the amount of the fee for each munici- pality or the percentage increase for the co-ordinator. "The fee should not increase 300 per cent," says Councillor Doug Scrimgeour, "but we would enter- tam a gradual increase." Stating that the co-ordinator works approximately 150 hours per year, Councillor Scrimgeour said he might consider (supporting) an increase to $3,000. Council agreed to support the fire area board in their recommendation to parties involved. her energy and help to aid Kay and others with the meal. Carol's Candies e Coilectables 519-523-4700 ( fin cagiff ilk& says so much mote that/ ':714ERWCHRISTIVIAS" Here are some great last minute gift ideas: • collector plates & frames • prints • collectables • chocolates • candies & nuts Extended Hours: Dec. 20 - 24, 1995 Open Wed. - Sat. 10 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Sun. - 11 am. - 4 p.m. Queen St. N., Blyth 519-523-4700 RISTMAS COUNTRY' Flowers & Gins 523-4820 - Blyth Villa residents have deer time NEW IN WALL AND ALARM CLOCKS For Soccer, Hockey, Billiard, Dart, Train, Car, Airplane Enthusiasts STILL LOOKING FOR THAT SPECIAL GIFT? 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