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PAGE 2. THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 9, 1996
Firefighters to patrol on Halloween
By Bonnie Gropp
It's going to cost but it will be
cheaper in the long run.
Brussels council is taking every
precaution to minimalize the van-
dalism expected to occur in the vil-
lage on Halloween. At the Oct. 7
meeting council discussed several
options.
Councillor Joe Seili said the fire-
men have agreed to stay out and
patrol on Devil's Night, Oct. 30,
Halloween and the Friday night fol-
lowing. Council is also going to
request that any interested residents
willing to volunteer their time to
help the firefighters contact them at
the fire hall each evening to see
where they are needed.
Reeve Gord Workman suggested
that a letter be sent to the OPP
requesting extra assistance during
those evenings.
"Taxpayers still have to pay the
By Bonnie Gropp
Yes, Virginia there is a Santa
Claus...
... and he will be making a stop in
Brussels again this year. At a meet-
ing on Oct. 2, a group of business-
people agreed to take over the
organization of the annual Santa
Claus Parade. For the past several
years there had been just two peo-
ple, Ron Clarkson and Shirley
Baker, responsible for putting the
huge event together. They had
decided this year that it was time
for others to take over. Advertising
for volunteers had netted no results,
however.
"It was mentioned at the meeting
and the businesspeople immediate-
ly split up the jobs," said Clarkson.
This year's parade is to be held
cost of this," said Clerk-Treasurer
Donna White, referring to the fire-
fighters' salaries.
"People are upset and ready,"
said Councillor Mary Stretton.
"They're going to be watching and
keeping their eyes open."
To eliminate the trash to tempt
young mischief makers, council
also decided that the large item
pickup will be held on Oct. 23,
with a treasure swap the day
before.
Though there was some discus-
sion, it was agreed to get the leaf
vac once again for this year for two
days. Reeve Gord Workman was
opposed to the idea saying it was
not the fairest way to spend taxpay-
ers' money. "All kinds of people
don't get any benefit from this. I
said last year it should be the last
year."
Councillor Stretton said that
on Saturday, Dec. 7 at 3 p.m. It will
travel the same route as in previous
years, beginning at the north end of
town from the Agro-Mart, south
through downtown before circling
back to The Ark. Following this
Santa will once again be handing
out candies at The Ark.
One thing the committee agreed
on was a desire to have more music
as part of the parade. For this rea-
son they agreed to theme it "The
Songs of Christmas", in the hope
that music could be incorporated
into the parade entries.
On Friday evening, Dec. 13.
Ruth Uyl from Picture It Photogra-
phy will, as last year, be taking
keepsake photographs of children
with Santa from 7-9 p.m. The loca-
tion for this will be named later.
while she was one of the residents
who didn't benefit, she knew that a
lot of people appreciate the service.
Councillor Greg Wilson agreed.
"It has to be done. If we're going to
stop, we'll have to find an alterna-
tive for next year."
Another concern about Hal-
loween was the building adjacent to
the Ark. Owner George McWhirter
attended the meeting to tell council
that he would not be able to demol-
ish or repair it this year. He said
that he told them two years ago he
would tear it down, but there was
never any further communication.
Now the convenient time had
passed for him, however, he was
retiring next year and would take
care of it then.
Workman said that the gangs of
youths who have been causing
problems in the village have
already used the building as a hide-
out. "You may not have to take it
down after Halloween," he said.
Councillor Joe Seili said, "We're
not talking about these things hap-
pening once in a while, it's been
every weekend."
"Then you've got a bigger prob-
lem than that building," said
McWhirter.
Seili explained that council just
wanted to see all the potential
hangouts eliminated.
McWhirter agreed that he would
like to see the building and proper-
ty fixed up. "I know it has to be the
next thing."
After a comment from the reeve
that he wished the building inspec-
tor was present to discuss the issue,
McWhirter said, "Paul has heard
everything you people have heard. I
don't mean to be unto-operative,
but I just can't do it this year."
Councillor Greg Wilson won-
dered whether or not McWhirter
would have it looked after by
Homecoming weekend next sum-
mer. McWhirter said he couldn't
say when he would have it finished,
as he didn't know whether he was
going to repair it or tear it down,
but agreed to start in May.
"We'll give you an alternative. If
you don't start then, we will. It's got
to be done," said Workman
"You have my word," McWhirter
responded.
Santa Claus parade ago
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H. Elliott presides at WMS
ketr---et
The WMS of Melville
Presbyterian Church met in the
church at 8 p.m. on Oct. 1.
Helen Elliott presided and gave
the meditation. She welcomed all
who attended.
Two Thanksgiving hymns were
sung. Thelma Cardiff read the
Lions Club
to celebrate
50 years
In recognition of the Brussels
Lions Club 50th anniversary, the
group is celebrating with a dinner,
Oct. 19.
To be held at Brussels, Morris
and Grey Community Centre, the
reception begins at 6 p.m. with a
dinner to follow at 7 p.m.
There will be entertainment after
the sumptuous meal.
Tickets for the event are $12.50
per person and are available from
Lions Club members.
of service
scripture - Psalm 100. Isobel
Gibson led in prayer.
Mary Huether introduced the
guest speaker, Karen Alexander de
Romero, who spoke of life and
customs in Singapore, where she
resided for several years. Her talk
was very interesting and enjoyed
by everyone. She had a display of
albums and special articles which
were viewed with interest.
Mary thanked her and presented
her with a gift on behalf of the
WMS.
A social time, with lunch,
followed.
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October 1, 1996
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