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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Goderich Signal-Star, 2009-10-28, Page 3Park upgrades expected in Spring Gerard Cremes signal -star staff Lions Harbour Park is all systems go for the installation of new wash- rooms and upgrades to the bandshell area. At an October 5 meeting of be- tween the project architect, Lions Club members, town staff and mem- bers of the artistic community met to go over the geotechnical engineer's report and enter into the planning phase for the project. "They made a decision at that time where they would locate the new public washrooms," project architect Adolfo Spaleta said. "Now the new building can be designed, which is what I'm working on" Atkinson Davies is the geotech- nical firm handling the engineering, and their report was critical to the location of the new washrooms. In order to comply with not only building code by conservation guidelines, the new washrooms will be built between the gazebo and the ring road at the park, based on the setback lines provided by Atkinson Davies. "They let us know how stable the land is on that side of the park and how close we can build," he said. "The existing bandshell is very close to the sloping land." As for the solidity of the bandshell, Spaleta said there is some work to be done getting it up to code, however, the structure itself is sound. "Given it was built in the 1970s, it is in relatively good shape," Spaleta said. "We found when you compare it to current building standards, there are things missing!' Additions such as guard rails on all stairs, as well as making the stage and washrooms in the band - shell wheelchair accessible are not associated with any degradation to the structure, Spaleta pointed out - rather, they reflect the changing of the times. The Town of Goderich will be looking at putting new water servic- es in the park so the ball can get roll- ing on the washroom design, Spaleta said. In the meantime, he said there are some signs of wear and tear on the bandshell. "There's indications of cracking on the walls of the existing band - shell, which may be related to settle- ment over the years," Spaleta said. "The main intention behind the upgrades was to make a wheelchair accessible ramp to the stage and im- prove the functionality of the band - shell area. "The structural side of it, we'll have to do a bit more digging there." Design work will be done over the fall and winter so that work can be- gin in the spring. Groups such as the Celtic Festival and the Laketown Band would like to see the facility completed by late - June, early -July. Under the Recreation Infrastruc- ture Canada (RINC) and Recreation Ontario (REC) funding programs, both senior levels of government have committed $223,352 for the project, with the Lions donating $100,000 and the Town of Goderich filling in the remainder to total of $670,056. The original bandshell cost about $24,000 to build more than 30 years ago. Public shots arrive in November From page 1 detected in people in the US in April. It has now spread person-to-person worldwide in much the same way that a regular influenza spreads. "We're asking other members of the public to honour the need for those at high risk to be first to be vaccinated,". said Medi- cal Officer of Health Dr. Nancy Cameron. "There will be enough vaccine for everyone and we're offering many clinic dates in No- vember for the public, so please be patient." Those who are eligible to receive shots this month can visit one of the clinics at the JMB between now and Nov. 6. Vaccines are available on specified days through the week from 2 to 7 p.m., and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Health care workers are also an identified priority group. The health unit and health care workplaces are working together to de- velop a plan for H1N1 immunization. There is a special H1N1 vaccine for women who are less than 20 weeks pregnant. It will be FOSTER. FAMILIES NEEDED FOR SCHOOL Huron—PerthHuron-Perth AGED CHILDREN! OildinlAkJSccisty Help Children from Your Community For Information Call the Huron -Perth Children's Aid Society Huron County: Deanie Jardine at 519-524-7356 or 1-800-265-5198 Perth County: Vy Waller at 519-271-5290 or 1800-668-5094 available in early November. Any pregnant woman is encouraged to talk to their health care provider about the H1N1 vaccine. The general public can get their H1N1 shot at one of the many clinics in Novem- ber. "H1N1 is a new virus and can be a serious illness, particularly for those in the priority groups who are at higher risk. This vaccine is safe and effective." Cameron said. "We know H1N1 flu virus is here — people at high risk of complications from the flu are encouraged to get to one of the clinics in the next two weeks." Cameron added it may be easy to get con- fused about who should get their vaccine and when. "People should go to our web site, check the newspaper and listen to radio to know when the clinic best suited to them will be held." Clinic dates are on the health unit web site at www.huroncounty.ca/health. GODERICH ROTARY CLUB wants your good used books. All proceeds from our annual book sale go to charitable projects. Please drop off books at Hoffmeyer Plumbing, 55 Kingston St. or H.O. Jerry Ltd., 185 Park St. No magazines, school texts, tapes, encyclopedias, discards or damaged books please. NOW ACCEPTING MUSIC CDs. Goderich Signal -Star, Wednesday, October 28, 2009 - Page 3 Victim Services of Huron County would like to say a huge THANK YOU to everyone who made our first fundraising event Dancing with the Stars such a huge success! There are many people to thank you for making this night possible. First thank you to our Event Sponsor, Sky Harbour Refinishing, it's truly amazing to know that we have the support of our community behind us. There were many, many sponsors for our evening. We thank each and every one of you. We had a very successful silent auction, thank you to those who graciously donated items for the auction. Also thank you to our fundraising committee, Jan Vogel, Constance Russo, Brenda Shelton, Rachel Lynn, Karen Poulter, Jenna Becker, Craig Nigh, Carol Bean, Karen Moore and Sylvia Hall. You were such a committed group to work with and made things run smoothly. Thank you to all the volunteers who helped with set up and take down and during the event itself. Having all of you really made the tasks easier and enjoyable. Thank you to our judges, MC's, Flash magic Productions, Erin Bolger, Jenna Ujiye, Rob Boyce and for a fabulously delicious meal, Bailey's. Another huge shout out to our dancer, pros and celebrities, and for those of you who missed the event your winners were: First place, Phil Deans and Reanna Ramaker. Second place, Alma Conn and lan Johnson. Third Place, Bob Morris and Rachel Lynn. All the dances were amazing and completely entertaining. It's going to be hard to beat this year but we are going to try next year. See you all then!! Shelley Dorey, Executive Director of Victim Services of Huron County It's Gur 'EinaI Week!