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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 1999-11-10, Page 9THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 10,1999. PAGE 9. Morris purchases wreath Clearing it With only three goals scored against him in two games, Brussels Atom goalie Kyle Gibson did a stellar job between the pipes during the local Optimist tournament this past weekend. The team was solid offensively and defensively, but were edged in a heart-breaker by Mildmay from getting to the championship round. Mildmay keeps Atoms from championships Brussels Atom Rep team participated in the Optimist Tournament on the weekend. Very early Saturday morning Brussels defeated Clinton with a score of 3 - 1. Brussels started the scoring with Greg Bowers finding the net on a pass from Christopher Jutzi and Chase Chapman within the first minute of play. Jutzi then notched one up for himself on a pass from Bowers and Justin Mayne. Brett Blake scored for Clinton with just over two minutes left in the first period. The second period was quiet with no scoring and only an interference penalty to Brussels. Steven Ropp put an insurance goal in on a pass from Mitch Blake in the third period. Kyle Gibson played an excellent game in net with much assistance coming from his defencemen. In the second game of the tournament Brussels met up with Mildmay at 2 p.m. Mildmay started the scoring in the first period on a lucky dribble shot that got past the defencemen and Gibson. Brussels scored in the second period when Jutzi found an open corner and put it past Mildmay’s goaltender on a pass from Andrew McDonald and Matt White. Mildmay went ahead of the home team in the third period by scoring a short-handed goal with just under four minutes left in the game. Brussels tried to score a tying goal but couldn’t seem to let a lucky shot go and ended the game with a heartbreaking.loss of 2 - 1. Special thanks go out to the Optimists for a great tournament. The Atoms next game is Wednesday night in Ayton at 7:15 p.m. and the next home game is Friday night at 6:30.p.m. Sting beats Chiefs, Stars edge Auburn Blyth Industrial Hockey League action had the Sting trouncing the Chiefs 6-1 while the Stars edged Auburn 10-9. Scoring for the Sting were Steve Siertsema with two, Brent Brooks with two, Scott Stevenson and Dar­ ryl Chalmers. Brian Fischer tallied the lone Chiefs’ marker. Bulging the twine for the Stars was Michael Haggitt and Scott Bromley with three each, Chad Haggit with two, Darryl Eckert and Tim Robinson. Aubum goals came from Mike Millian, Ben Craig, Jason Rutledge and Steve Plunkett with two each and Jeff Nesbitt. Next week Auburn faces off against the Bulldogs while the Stars and Chiefs meet. Top point leaders are Steve Siert­ sema, Sting, five goals, four assists CRIMEI*! STOPPERS 1-800-222-TIPS for a total of nine; Steve Plunkett, Auburn, four, four, eight; Todd McDonald, Sting, three, five, eight; Brent Brooks, Sting, five, one, six; Michael Haggitt, Stars, three, two, five; Chad Haggitt, Stars, two, three, five; Scott Stevenson, Sting, two, three, five; Jason Rutledge, Aubum, two, two, four; Jack Wat­ son, Sting, two, two, four; Jim Oster, Sting, two, two, four. League standings have the Sting in front, followed by the Stars, Aubum, Bulldogs and Chiefs. * Council agreed at the Nov. 2 meeting, to commemorate Remem­ brance Day with the purchase of a wreath which will be placed at the cenotaph in Brussels. Council concurred with a sugges­ tion from the Brussels Legion to recognize two minutes of silence on Nov. 11. A bylaw was passed to dedicate the roadway at Lot 7, Cone. 1. It will be registered on title. The final assessments for the Keating Drain were approved. A drain maintenance request for the Nichol Drain at Lot 26, Cone. 5 was accepted. Andy McBride of Maitland Engi­ neering was asked to set out costs for the township to cover the drain cleanout at the mouth of the Fraser Drain. Morris opts to go solo Stating an unwillingness by the North Huron restructuring group to work with the township, Morris council passed a motion at the Nov. 2 session to remain on their own at this time. The issues which concerned Morris were; the non-negotiability of election responsibility, the dead­ line date for the plan not being extended to the December county council meeting and that the plan is too vague with too many unan­ swered questions and not enough time to obtain and review the infor­ mation. PeeWees lose, tie Blyth Jr. Broomball PeeWees travelled to Mildmay on Sunday, Oct. 31. A determined Mildmay squad downed them 5-0. Adam deBoer and Stacey McLellan split goaltending duties. On Saturday, Nov. 6 Palmerston came to town. Palmerston struck early scoring two quick goals. Blyth battled back with Bradley Greidanus scoring on a scramble in front of the Palmerston net. He was assisted by Erin Moore. Blyth then scored on a great individual effort from Darcey Cook who blasted a hard shot up over the Palmerston netminder. However "only seconds later Palmerston re­ established their lead to go up 3-2. With only 2:09 left in the final period Cook bulged the twine again on a nice feed by Lisa Root to tie the game at 3-3. Art Clarke of Maitland Engineer- ing Services was authorized to engage Golder and Associates to carry out work at the landfill site. No revenues were received from Bluewater Recycling for materials received in 1999. Council accepted a quote from Canadian Waste to transport the recycling bin for a cost of $150 per load. With regards to a gravel pit mat­ ter for North Part Lot 13, Cone. 7, council advised a zoning amend­ ment would be required. Council will consider a tree planting millennium project early in the new year. A $1,000 govern­ ment grant is available, which must be matched by the municipality. A concern from David Himmel- man about planes flying too low will be forwarded to the airport committee. The township will advertise for a snow plow operator/casual labourer for the 1999/2000 season. Applica­ tions are due Nov. 15. Dog tags for next year will be purchased from Sterling Products at $40.10 per 100 aluminum tags with hooks. Twenty-five blue boxes will be purchased at a cost of $6.90 each from Norseman Plastics. Approval was given for a one- year subscription to Municipal World. Reeve Bert Elliott and Chief Building Official Paul Josling will attend a Nov. 19 workshop on liq­ uid manure storage. Marie McIntosh was authorized to attend the Ontario Hospital Association conference on behalf of council and receive compensa­ tion. A grant of $50 will go to'the Brussels Business Group for the Santa Claus parade.' The road account in the amount of $22,590.34 was approved for payment. The general account totalling $119,066.78 and the park account in the amount of $26.20 were approved for payment. Council endorsed a resolution from Ottawa Valley, asking the federal government to proceed as expeditiously as possible with the development of the Canadian Neu­ tron Facility at Chalk River Labo­ ratories of Atomic Energy of Canada Ltd. Support was also given to a reso­ lution from the Town of Casselman regarding the availability of writ­ ten and road tests for driver’s licenses. Curling clubs meets at president’s home Brussels Curling Club executive met at the home of President Bob Alexander. The minutes and treasurer’s report were read by secretary ­ treasurer Velma Locking. Executive is: past president, Steve Steiss; first vice, Brad Sperian; draw committee, John Vanass, Dona Knight, Tom Warwick; ice, Merv Bauer; bonspiel, Stu Steiss, Orval Bauer; auditor, Madeline Steiss; press reporter, Nora Stephenson. The fees were to remain the same. New curlers are $40 and they can curl until Christmas free. The Christmas jitney is Dec. 27 and the mixed Bonspiel is Feb. 26, 2000. A lovely lunch was served by Joyce Alexander. Blyth skate-a-thon pledges total $2,300 The Blyth Arena was a busy spot on Saturday, Oct. 30 with 92 eager skaters taking part in the annual skate-a-thon. This year the participants raised approximately $2,300 in pledges. Generous donations from local service clubs and businesses will be added to the total figure which will be divided equally between Blyth Minor Hockey and the Blyth figure and power skating clubs. Top pledge winners for boys were Devin Jenkins with $120, Dalton Richmond was $114 and Matt Chalmers with $87. In the girls’ group, Sadie Chalmers raised $1 14, Samantha McVittie, $88 and Meagan Campbell, $80. All skaters enjoyed home-baked goodies with drinks throughout the morning and lucky participants received door prizes. The 1999 skate-a-thon was a great success thanks to the skaters, pledgers and volunteer helpers. A NEW COURSE from Adult Learning Centres - Brussels ^J^eterinary Service 61 William Street, Brussels (Corner of William & Albert) Grrooming ^^vailable! For appointment or information: 519-887-6841 or 519-356-9012 COMPUTER BASICS Over the course of two evenings, you will learn basic computer language, hardware and software, installation procedures, Windows 95, managing your system, step-saving tips and learn about the world of wordprocessing. Courses offered on November 18 and 25 from 6-9 pm. Course fee is $50. Avon SCHOOL Maitland Learning for a Lifetime CALL... 519-357-4361 519-357-1451 to register.