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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 2002-06-26, Page 6BDO brings PAGE 6. THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, JUNE 26, 2002, • [LAWN QUESTIONS? WA' 100% Organic Programs! Wed7vVan, 524-2424 - Trust the Professionals - Lube, Oil & Filter Change INCLUDES... • New filter, installed • Up to 5L 10W30 motor oil • Chassis lube (if applicable) • Comprehensive 55 pt. check over with report card GOMM% 346 Huron Rd, Godench 524-9381 • 1-800-338-1134 irst report to council By David Blaney Citizen staff Bonnie LaFontaine, Huron East's business development officer made her first presentation to council at the June 18 meeting. Much of her presentation was an update on her first few weeks on the job. LaFontaine reported that she had met with most of the business- related groups in the area. She said she had spent considerable time during the past five weeks introducing herself to local businesspeople with the help of councillors and others. Lafontaine stressed again, as she did when originally introduced to council, that she wanted her work to benefit all of Huron East. She commented that she was currently working with the Huron County planning department to- get accurate and up-to-date-land use maps of Huron East. These maps are useful when developers are trying to determine where a new business might be located. The Huron East website is still scheduled for, a fall launch even though development is currently on hold. LaFontaine said that she wanted more time to consult with the stakeholders to determine what would best suit their needs. One aspect of LaFontaine's presentation did seem . to catch councillors offguard. She suggested that all councillors and staff be required to sign an oath" of confidentiality. In explaination LaFontaine said, "I was truly upset, not that council received my resume but that it was available to anyone who asked. I saw information in my paper that I did not wish to share with the public." Deputy-Mayor Bernie MacLellan commented that they sometimes require in camera sessions but that "I don't like it even if I understand the reasons." He went on to say, "I would hope you are not bringing confidential matters to council." Later Mayor Lin Sterner suggested that she understood that councillors were already bound by the oath of office which they took when sworn in. However, she went on to say, "Personally 1 don't see a problem - with it. It is our duty to keep things confidential during business dealings with people who might be thinking of locating in town. She suggested that this was not unusual both because of possible reprocussions in the area in which the company was currently located and because of the nature of much of the discussions. North Huron tax installment due today *** The next installment of taxes is due today, June 26. *** Council approved the donation of 15-20 township pins for Lions Club Continued from page 3 now would like to have a look at the Ministry of Transportation's Transit for the Physically Disabled Fact Book before making any decision on funding. Two for the road Liam Connolly, right, and Tyler Heschner get in a little practice before they head out on the trails at the Wawanosh Nature Centre. They were participating in the Centre's fundraising hike-and bike-athon last Saturday. (David Blaney photo) OPP investigate break-in On June 17 at approximately 1:30 p.m. OPP were called to a shed break-in on Hullett-McKillop Road in Central Huron (Hullett Twp.) Sometime during the last two days a shed door was forced open and once inside a tractor was removed and later returned covered in mud. It is believed the tractor was used to pull someone from the ditch and put back. Damage done to the door is estimated at a couple hundred dollars. Anyone who can help solve this crime is asked to call the OPP or Crime Stoppers. youth camp participants. first-line health providers. They will attend a breakfast in- The second from the Town of Wingham. Lakeshore asked to province to *** reduce the interest rate assessed on Three resolutions were supported. loans administered under the Tile The first from the Town of Drainage Act to a more equitable Petawawa was to petition the rate. ministers of health and colleges and The Village of Merrickville- universities to put plans in place to Wolford received support in its address the anticipated shortage of resolution asking the provincial Y / 1 1 , , 't ' '' it Et41% i ,..., _,- . , 0, . . A. - , qnz. f 42) • , - 4, 1,0 >, <., '`( Re f ''- VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL Hey kids! Spend a week with us! July 15 - 19; 9:00 - 11:30 a.m. Blyth Christian Reformed Church Enjoy neat crafts, learn new songs and meet new friends! government to re-evaluate the discontinuation of the pediatric cardio-vascular surgery program at the Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario. Registrations for Fall at Wingham Children's Centre are presently being accepted. Programs available: • Full Day Care • Half Day Care • Toddler Program • Nursery School Children 18 months to 5 years are eligible. For Further Information Call 357-2424 CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF NORTH HURON TAXES DUE The second installment of taxes in the Township of North Huron is due Wednesday, June 26, 2002. Interest at 1 1/4% per month or any part thereof will be charged as of June 27, 2002. NOTE: Persons who have acquired properties and have not received a tax bill should contact the Clerk's Office. Failure to receive a tax bill does not relieve a taxpayer from responsibility for payment of taxes, nor from penalty for late payment. A post-dated cheque dated June 26, 2002 may be brought to the Clerk's Office any time prior to the due date. Drop boxes are located at the Town Hall in Wingham and Blyth Library. Payments may be made by telephone banking and at the Wingham and Blyth C.I.B.C. branch, TD Canada Trust and Laurentian Bank. Donna White Director of Finance.