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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 1999-08-11, Page 3THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 11, 1999. PAGE 3. Council briefs Restructuring proposal soon ready Thanks Eleanor Babcock presented a gift of appreciation to Bev Elliott for her efforts in pulling together the Communities in Bloom project in Blyth. Elliott hosted a special evening last Friday night as thanks to the volunteers. PUC imposes watering rules as safety measure Blyth Public Utilities Commis­ sion has imposed a watering restriction policy in an effort to ensure the village has sufficient supply of water in case of an emer­ gency. Residents from the south side of Dinsley St. to the south of the vil­ lage are asked to water only on odd days such as Aug. 11, 13, etc. Resi­ dents from the north side of Dins­ ley to the northern limits of the village are asked to water only on even-numbered days, such as 12 and 14. In addition, residents are asked to water only between 7:30 and 10:30 p.m. The watering restriction will remain in effect until Sept. 1. Lawn Bowling Club gets hand from community Blyth councillors will soon have a draft restructuring proposal to consider. Blyth Clerk-Treasurer John Stewart told councillors at the Aug. 3 session that the information would be included in the material for the next regular meeting. Councillor Murray Nesbitt also asked members, on behalf or the restructuring committee, to consid­ er the possibility of holding either a joint public meeting or three indi­ vidual ones for each municipality involved. Council was informed that repre­ sentatives from Howick Twp. would not attend the next restruc­ turing meeting.*** B.M. Ross and Associates were asked to prepare tender documents for construction on Gypsy Lane with work to begin in the spring of 2000.*** Counterfeit $20 bill found at Blyth ball park A rather crude counterfeit $20 bill was found by a youngster at the Blyth ball park, Huron OPP report. Police were called late Saturday morning by a Gypsy St. resident who reported his son had found the bill at the park between the two diamonds near the beer tent which had been set up for a ball tourna­ ment. The youngster had found the bill about 7 a.m. Council told acting village fore­ man Murray Siertsema to use his judgment regarding removal of a tree in front of Grant Elliott’s prop­ erty on Dinsley Street. *** In response to a request to repair or replace the transmission on the village one-tonne truck, council said no work would be done on it at present. *** Council increased the insurance coverage for the volunteer firefight­ ers for an additional $860.76 plus taxes. *** There were no objections to the Blyth Lions Club making applica­ tion for a liquor permit for a beer garden to run in conjunction with the Blyth Festival supper, Aug. 21. *** Councillor Jeff Howson asked if additional paving was to be done at Mill and Drummond Streets where the water main was installed as the cold patch is not even with the existing pavement. Stewart said he would bring it to the attention of the PUC. Atawiape Lloyd and Donna Sippel of Blyth are pleased to announce the forthcoming marriage of their daughter Jody Elizabeth to Trevor David son of Donna Goetz of R.R. 1 Brunner. The wedding will take place August 21, 1999 at the home of the groom's mother. About Your Hospital The Blyth Lawn Bowling Club got off to a late start this summer because of the need to do a lot of work on the turf, but it is now in full swing. There was a great deal of work back in June to spread many yards of sand on the green to remove some humps and hollows that made bowling very difficult and unpredictable. Besides the valiant efforts of club members, tremendous help arrived from two other sources. The Blyth Venturers Group came to the rescue, armed with shovels and rakes. They not only helped move tons of sand and level it in much shorter time than anticipated Wild driving ends in charges laid Continued from Pg. 1 after a series of events that started in Blyth about 7:30 Saturday night. A mini-van was reported tearing around the yard of a Blyth business and when one of the business own­ ers tried to halt the vehicle, the driv­ er refused to stop. The witness recorded the licence plate number and called police. Shortly thereafter a second call was received of a similar vehicle on Cone. 7 of Morris Twp. When Huron OPP arrived on the scene they found a man slumped over the wheel of a 1990 Plymouth van that was still running. Police had to wake the driver who showed symp­ toms of being impaired. When they searched the vehicle they found a small quantity of hashish. The driver was taken to the OPP detachment where it was deter­ mined he had a blood alcohol read­ ing of nearly twice the legal limit. but they actually made the evening quite enjoyable. Several other passers-by dropped in and helped as well. Huron Tractor also came to the rescue by loaning a heavy duty John Deere garden tractor to pull a large levelling device called a drag, to spread the sand evenly. Members came away from that evening feeling they are very fortunate to live in a community with young people and business people who have such a generous community spirit. The club is looking forward to the Venturers and other young folks, visiting on a regular basis to learn and enjoy the game. Perhaps they can entice the Huron Tractor staff to do the same. Club members are eager to welcome new members of all ages (teens and up). No fees will be charged for new members this late in the season for this year. Bowling takes place on Mondays and Thursdays at 7:30 p.m. (please arrive by 7:15). For information call Brock or Janis Vodden at 523- 9313 or 523-4715 or any other member of the club. The bill was a photocopy of actu­ al currency with two sides pasted together, perhaps well enough to be passed off in the dark. Huron OPP have sent the bill to the RCMP to be destroyed. STADELMANN - RYAN John & Sheron Stadelmann are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter Rhonda to Joe Ryan, son of John & Marianna Ryan of Walton. The wedding will take place on Saturday, December 4, 1999. from little luxuries to bare necessities ...Look and Feel your best all day Warner's Lingerie Special BUY 2 GET 1 FREE Aug. 11 - Sept. 18/99 HURON DIABETES EDUCATION PROGRAM About the Program: The Huron Perth Diabetes educators have developed a program for diabetes education. Individual and group sessions are offered at each hospital in Huron Perth Hospitals Partnership. (Clinton, Goderich, Exeter, Seaforth, St. Marys, Stratford, Wingham, Listowel) Who Should Attend? Any individual with diabetes, their family or caregivers Anyone who wants an update on current diabetes management Why Should I Attend? You and your family will learn about Diabetes and healthy lifestyle choices. There is no fee for our education services but some centres may charge a nominal fee for education materials. Who are Diabetes Educators? Diabetes educators are specially trained health care professionals who are devoted to teaching people with diabetes. Do I Need a Referral? Services may be accessed either through physician referral or self-referral. For further information or to book an appointment call: Clinton Public Hospital Diabetes Education Centre at 482-3440, Ext. 271 (If you reach the voice mail service please leave a message and your call will be returned). Warning Signs and Symptoms of Diabetes Constant hunger Abnormal thirst Urination frequently The rapid loss of weight Irritability Obvious weakness and fatigue Nausea and vomiting Drowsiness Itching A family history of diabetes Blurred vision Excessive weight Tingling, numbness in limbs Easy fatigue Skin infection and slow healing These signals can mean diabetes. See your doctor at once!