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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 1997-11-05, Page 9THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 5,1997. PAGE 9. Grey Tivp. has 2 coYididcites for reeve Dale Newman A familiar face to Grey Twp. politics, Dale Newman, RR3, Brussels, is seeking the chair of reeve. Previously Newman spent three years as a councillor and nine years on the Brussels, Morris and Grey Medical Dental Board, of which he is still a member. He served on the Brussels, Morris and Grey Recreation Board for 10 years, six of those as chairman. As a member of the Brussels Lions Club he has held a variety of offices up to president. He has served the public for 26 years as an employee of Bell Canada. Newman, who lost a bid for reeve in the last election to incumbent Leona Armstrong, said he decided to run again because "in these changing times I believe new views and a progressive attitude are needed at both the county and municipal level. He lists the amalgamation of local municipalities and the downloading of provincial services and programs as the most important issue and is concerned about the effects these things will have on local programs, services and taxes. The effects of "mega-farm operations" is also an issue. His personal goals are: 1) To work as a team with council and staff 2) Ensure ratepayers are kept informed on municipal matters 3) Ask ratepayers for input on issues affecting them. 4) To serve the people of Grey in an open way, making Grey a good place to live. Robin Dunbar No stranger to politics, Grey Twp. Deputy-Reeve Robin Dunbar, RR1, Ethel, is seeking the position of reeve. Dunbar has served one term as deputy-reeve and two previous terms on council. Dunbar said he believes Grey Twp. "must have a reeve who will speak up at Huron County council. Experience in municipal politics is essential if die reeve of Grey is to make our needs understood and heard." He sees the municipality's future as the most important issue in this campaign. "The question of amalgamation must be resolved. How the township and county deal with new costs downloaded by the province will shape our future. Property owners can't afford a tax increase." He is making water quality his personal goal. "To achieve this I am proposing a data base of water samples be established and testing expanded. The results will give people the assurance that our water is safe and will catch any sign of contamination at an early stage." Helen Cullen Incumbent Helen Cullen, RR2, Listowel, is hoping for her fourth time on Grey Twp. council. Her experience will be an asset in the upcoming term. "Because of the many changes coming and because I have been with council have a lot of background information I can do a job." Amalgamation will be biggest issue though she does think the Nutri Management Plan may see some minor changes. Her personal goal is to the best job she can for the citizens of Grey Twp. Fred Uhler After a term away, Fred Uhler, RR3, Brussels, is throwing his hat back in the political ring of Grey Twp. Having served as councillor from 1982-1988, then as deputy-reeve from 1991-1994, Uhler is trying for a spot on council. "I feel there is a need to have at least one farmer's input on council at this point in municipal politics." Amalgamation will be a high priority in the next year and environmental issues are also a concern for many Grey Twp. residents, Uhler says. He personal goal is to represent all the people in the township to the best of his ability. Graeme MacDonald Incumbent Graeme MacDonald of RR2, Brussels, is seeking re-election to Grey Twp. council. MacDonald says amalgamation is the number one issue for him, one which he wants to see solved "locally and not by somebody from Toronto." The second issue he sees facing municipal politicians is the downloading of services which have been "imposed on all municipalities by Toronto." Lyle Martin Lyle Martin, RR1, Ethel, is a newcomer to municipal politics. He is seeking his first term as councillor of Grey Twp. "I have not been involved in politics, but served as a director of the Huron Holstein Club, Huron Milk Committee, United Breeders and Gencor." Martin says he is interested in local government and believes in serving the community. "We need to keep Grey Twp. alive by keeping the tax base in line and manage it to support our own roads and programs. "Our goals need to be community driven with a better environment today for better health tomorrow." We welcome your letters TOWNSHIP OF GREY CANDIDATES’ NIGHT Thursday, November 6th, 1997 7:30 p.m. Cranbrook Community Centre VOTE WALTER ELLIOTT FOR DEPUTY REEVE November 10/97 West Wawanosh Township 3 years council experience < Federation of Agriculture Director for many years Alvin McLellan Having served six years as a councillor for Grey Twp., Alvin McLellan, RR3, Brussels has been acclaimed as deputy-reeve. For nine years he as been a member of the BMG Rec. board, the past five of those as chairperson. He is also a member of Brussels Optimists. McLellan sought the position of deputy-reeve as he likes to help people, solve problems and serve the community. The most important issue facing municipal politicians, McLellan says, are the potential of huge increases in property taxes to cover the downloading of services from the province. "I feel the downloading will not be revenue neutral." McLellan's goal is to ensure the taxpayers of Grey receive the services they need at a cost they can afford." TO THE CITIZENS OF HULLETT TOWNSHIP We the council of Hullett will have many difficult decisions to make In the next three years. The most important issue we will have to deal with is restructuring and what form it will take. The other issue is downloading from the Province. For continued strong leadership in the next three years re-elect Tom Cunningham Reeve Hullett Township. I ask for your support November 10 Thank You, TOM CUNNINGHAM On jfovember 10th, please vote for Della Baumgarten, as Trustee for Public School fioard district jfo. 8 Jduron-Terth) / six years* experience on Huron County Board of Education: • presently on Management Committee of Board; • Chair of SALEP. Z have had children In the Huron County school system for 19 years. Z involved In elementary and secondary School Advisory Councils. I would like the opportunity to work with parents, teachers, and students, to promote a healthy, accessible public education system.