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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 2001-06-20, Page 20Smoking pick-up The Blyth Fire Department arrived in West Wawanosh last Friday to find a pickup smoldering. Hullett resident Denis Beuerman's truck didn't have a back window. When a swift wind blew a burning object into the truck through the window frame the truck was set aflame. Estimated damage is $1,500-2,000, a total loss. (Mark Nonkes photo) PAGE 20. THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, JUNE 20, 2001. Students find bullets at Brussels schoolyard By Bonnie Gropp Citizen staff It was a scary situation for staff and students at Brussels Public School last week when 22 calibre bullets were found on the play- ground. Principal Paul Dyck said a group of students discovered the cartridges Wednesday and brought them to a teacher. "The children recognized By Bonnie Gropp Citizen staff Despite the fact that it could mean an increased deficit for the complex, the Wingham Jr. C. Ironmen will, have ice by Aug. 17. Representatives from the team's executive were at the North Huron council meeting on Monday night to plead their side. Apparently, at a meeting in May, there was a com- ment made by the director of facili- ties and recreation, Dan Cousins, that caused the club to believe the ice- would be in by August. "He said that it would be in if a minimum 25 hours a week of ice time could be rented," said Bill McGrath. With that statement, the club began making plans for the season booking exhibition games and train- ing camp. "That's when we made our decision. Money has gone out and if we can't have the ice it will be a tremendous loss," said McGrath. Cousins, however, cautioned that while his department had been trying to find interest in booking the ice that early, they did not have anywhere near the 25 hours. "As long as coun- cil is well aware the deficit will increase we can do it. But it's scary - when you are talking about a facility which is running at a deficit. " McGrath, however, said they had been doing their part to try and bring in more renters, such as Triple A teams and other hockey clubs. "But you know most don't commit until the last minute." He noted, however, that it would look bad for the organization if they had to cancel at this point. "The last thing the Jr. C team needs is egg on their face." Reeve Doug Layton asked if coun- cil could give this some considera- that this was something that-should- n't be in a schoolyard or park. We, of course, -recognized this was a high level of concern and the police were contacted immediately." According to the OPP, a total of six rounds of ammunition were picked up by the officer who attended. Dyck said, Friday, that parents had been notified by letter. "We have tried to make families aware because (more bullets) could be anywhere," tion as it was the first time they had had the opportunity to hear about the problem. Deputy-Clerk Kathy Adams, present for Administrator John Stewart, said that Stewart had noted it would be unfair for council to not give the club the Aug. 17 date at this point. Cousins said that they were contin- uing to advertise. "It's not a dead issue. I'd like to see it open 12 months a year, but we have to decrease the deficit. We want to run this as a business and do it efficient- ly." But, McGrath said that while he was sorry to put pressure on council, the organization needed a decision so they know what plans must be made. Taking into account the remarks of Stewart and conversations he had had earlier with Councillor Archie MacGowan, who was also absent, Layton said that perhaps this time they would have to"bite the bullet." Cousins noted that_ should they decide to put in the ice, there would need to be something done about a stag and doe which had been booked for Aug. 25. "It was on the books long before this ever came up. We will have to look into moving it." Councillor Arnold Taylor expressed frustration over the issue. "It is unfortunate that this is coming up tonight. I would have liked to receive the information to review and study, but on the recommenda- tion of our clerk let's go ahead and give this a try. I apologize to Dan. I don't like this type of thing coming up.,' The motion carried. In leaving McGrath promised that the club would do its best to continue to gen- erate interest in use of the complex ice. he said. Assurances from police that the bullets pose no threat have relieved Dyck somewhat; he said. "I was told that by themselves they are of no harm to anyone," he said. However, it doesn't lessen the real- ity that there is the potential for risk. "The appropriate thing to do if any- one finds any of these is to call the OPP and they will dispose of them appropriately," said Dyck. Ironmen get early ice despite risk of deficit THE PLANNING ACT NOTICE OF THE PASSING OF AN INTERIM CONTROL BY-LAW BY THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF ASHF1ELD-COLBORNE-WAWANOSH Being an Interim Control By-law affecting the Ward of Wawanosh TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the Township of Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh passed By-law 40-2001 on June 5, 2001 under Section 38 of the Planning Act, RSO 1990 as amended. AND TAKE NOTICE that any person or agency may appeal to the Ontario Municipal Board in respect of the By-law by filing with the Clerk of the Township of Ashfield-Colbome-Wawanosh, not later than August 4, 2001, a notice of appeal setting out the objec- tion to the by-law and the reasons in support of the objection and accompanied by payment of the fee prescribed under the Ontario Municipal Board Act ($125.00). Please note the last day for filing an appeal falls on a Saturday. Persons wishing to file an appeal should do so before 4:30 p.m. on August 3, 2001 to ensure it can be date-stamped by the Clerk. AN EXPLANATION of the purpose and effect of the by-law and description of the lands to which the by-law applies are contained in the attached by-law. Only individuals, corporations and public bodies may appeal an interim control by-law to the Ontario Municipal Board. A notice of appeal may not be filed on behalf of an unincorporated association or group. However, a notice of appeal may be filed in the name of an individual who is a member of the association or the group on its behalf. Dated at the Township of Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh - Linda Andrew, Acting Clerk June 13, 2001. Township of Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh RR5 Goderich ON N7A 3Y2 (519)524-4669 CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF ASHFIELD-COLBORNE-WAWANOSH BY-LAW 40 - 2001 Being an Interim Control By-law affecting the Ward of Wawanosh WHEREAS the Municipal Council of the Corporation of the Township of Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh, pursuant to section 38(1) of the Planning Act, RSO 1990, as amended, has passed a resolution directing that a review or study be undertaken in respect of land use planning policies regarding livestock liquid manure facilities; AND WHEREAS section 38 of the Planning Act, RSO 1990, as amended, allows for the passing of an Interim Control By-law pro- hibiting the use of land, buildings or structures within the municipality for, or except for, such purposes as are set out in the by-law; NOW, THEREFORE, the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh ENACTS as follows: 1. No land, building or structure in the Wawanosh Ward, including land in the General Agriculture (AG1) Zone and Restricted Agriculture (AG2) Zone as shown in Zoning By-law 13-1991 for the Township of West Wawanosh, as amended, shall be used for the following uses: the establishment of a livestock facility, building or operation, including manure storage facilities, with a capacity of 100 livestock units or greater where such livestock operation involves, requires or is designed for a liquid manure system; or the expansion of an existing livestock facility, building or operation, including manure storage facilities, with a total capacity, after expansion, of 100 livestock units or greater where such livestock operation involves, 'requires or is designed for a liquid manure system. 2. This by-law shall be in effect for a period of one year from the date of passing of this by-law, or until repealed. 3. This by-law shall come into force pursuant to section 38 of the Planning Act, RSO 1990, as amended. READ A FIRST TIMEJUNE 5, 2001. READ A SECOND TIME JUNE 5, 2001. READ A THIRD TIME AND PASSED JUNE 5, 2001. Ben VanDiepenbeek, Reeve Linda Andrew, Acting Clerk SCHEDULE 1 CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF ASHFIELD-COLBORNE-WAWANOSH Purpose and Effect: This by-law prohibits: the establishment of a livestock facility, building or operation with a capacity of 100 livestock units or greater where such livestock operation involves a liquid manure system; or the expansion of an existing livestock facility, building or operation with a total capacity, after expansion, of 100 livestock units or greater where such livestock operation involves a liquid manure system. The interim control period will provide time for the municipality to consider the Interim Control Study prepared by the Township and the County of Huron, to prepare amendments to various by-laws and procedures, and to hold one or more public meetings it con- sideration of such amendments. The by-law is in effect for one year from the date of its passing. The Council may, by by-law, extend the period of time during which the by-law will be in effect, provided that the total period of time does not exceed two years. The interim control by-law may be repealed once new by-laws and procedures are in place. As a general prohibition, this By-law applies to all lands in the Wawanosh Ward in the Township of Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh.