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Huron Expositor, 2000-09-06, Page 22 -THE HURON EXPOSITOR, September 4, 2000 News Vandalism ongoing problem at Mullett Wildlife Area Handicapped hunting blind ripped down washrooms vandalized during costly summer By Carl Stavros Vinton News -Record staff The Friends of Huller hoard that look after the Hulicit Wildlife area between Seaforth and Clinton arc upset with the amount of vandalism taking place. particularly after handicapped users of the park have become victims as well. "The handicapped hunting blind was ripped down at the beginning of June," said Friends of Hullett hoard member and chair of A -zone Duane Inkpen• who estimates the damage to he over 5600 not including labor. The hunting blind. first built in 1996 and located just off of Burns Line. is only one of a handful of its kind across Ontario. The structure offers physically handicapped visitors to the wildlife area a vantage point. complete with camouflaged roof. from which to hunt water fowl. It was this roof that was targeted by the vandals. "They pulled the roof right down." he explained. "When I got there, it was in the water." Although no onc has been formally charged in the incident. Inkpen said the OPP are investigating suspects that were spotted leaving the scene. The conservation area has had a great deal of trouble with vandalism over the years. Inkpen explained. "We've had incidents where railings have been kicked over, map boxes damaged. gates have hecn pulled down by trucks and attempts have been made at ripping the doors off of the outhouses. "We have also had locks drilled, and then set on the ground like some kind of monument saying 'look. here's what I can do,"' he said highlighting the more than 540 cost to the agency to replace just one padlock. in August. the washrooms at the wildlife arca were vandalised. Inkpen said tthe Friends of Hullett, a non-profit agency, has had difficulty covering the costs of damage inflicted. "The (outhouse) doors aren't cheap — they're about 5700 each...It is an ongoing problem." he explained. There have been several initiatives discussed by the Friends of Mullett to curb the problem, but Inkpen stated the Friends of Hullett require the public's assistance to nab perpetrators in the act — this would allow the agency to fully prosecute vandals in an attempt to deter similar behavior in the future. "Especially neighbors of Hullett can help," he said. "If you see anything suspicious. report it to the police right away. If there is a group of people congregating in a parking lot at 9 or 10 p.m.. you know they are not there to enjoy the wildlife area." Inkpen and company are also asking the public to help preserve the wildlife area and limit damage by ensuring that their vehicles are only in designated areas. "We have had a lot of people driving their vehicles on the dirt bikes in the marsh areas," he said, although signage stating vehicles are not allowed are in plain view. The weight of the vehicles damage the dikes that regulate water levels in the marsh lands — these water levels allow the growth of different plant life during vafious times of the year, Inkpen explained. "We are hoping to limit unwanted vehicle access with the installation of cement blocks," he said. The plan has already received approval from Ducks Unlimited and the Ministry of Natural Resources. Lakeland Ready - Mix has been contacted to assist with the creation and distribution of the blocks. But the blocks are only a quick solution to the problem. The Friends of Hullett are also taking a more ecological approach to the problem by planning to plant trees in the areas in question as well. "When the trees grow. they will create a natural harrier to keep vehicles out." he said. but the project still needs funds and volunteers. Area residents interested in assisting the Friends of Hullett are encouraged to leave a message at 482-7011. Anyone with information on vandalism in the wildlife area is asked to contact the OPP. Cents signing new players More than 50 players hit the ice fast week as the Centenaircs opened training camp. Management and coaching staff were impressed with what they saw and signed several players when they travelled to Kincardine last Friday for an exhibition game. Returning players, Mike Murray and Chris Feilder agreed to terms with the team as did Goderich natives Rob Connor, Jeff Arnold and Curtis Meyers. Tyler Stewart of Blyth and Kyle Kruse of Clinton also signed. More positive news cattle for the Cents Thursday night, as minor hockey product Joe Nesbitt was a final cut from the St. Marys Lincolns Jr. B., adding to the Seaforth defense core. Seaforth will be hosting exhibition games Sept. 9 and Sept. 10 at 7:30 p.m. against the Wingham Ironmen Jr. C.The Cents will also be hosting a golf tournament Sept. 24. Prizes include a four-day trip to Las Vegas. Cost is $80 per player and includes green fees and a dinner. Muscual Dystrophy Association working to get law. c OPP haven't shut any down across province. From Page 1 organizations in other years. In Huron County, OPP took the position that if a •complaint was made against a toll rciad. they, would have to enforce the law and shut it down. While Seaforth was the first fire department in Huron County to hold a toll road. Tracy Simpson. Muscular Dystrophy Association coordinator for Southwestern Ontario. said most fire departments in the province have gone ahead with the hoot drive with a similar understanding from the OPP or municipal. police services; that if there is a complaint. the road would have to be closed down. • She's not aware of any toll roads being shut down by police but said the association is continuing to work with the government to try and reach a solution that would sec toll roads made exempt from the squeegee law. "A lot of the OPP have said. unless someone complains. they wouldn't do anything." said Simpson. Fire Chief George Garrick said despite the controversy of the law. this was the most successful toll road to date. He said they raised about $400 more than last year. maintaining a pattern that has seen a steady increase in donations each year. "We've never gone over the $4.000 mark before." said Garrick. He said people were emptying ash trays with toonies and loonies in them that sometimes equalled 520 and 530 donations. Person who gives largest donation gets to make the first cut From Page 1 Ict the person who gave the most money. make the first cut. Menary started the Special Olympics team last year and hopes to raise enough money for shorts to match the team !- shirts purchased last year and a specially made howling ramp that would help onc of the team members who has some physical limitations that make throwing a bowling ban difficult. The ramp would allow her to aim the hall and roll it toward the pins. He has seven children registered with the Special Olympics team hut there is • Pau Mena ry • a total of 13 who take part with Menary in the training and activities. "There's a lot of expenses with running a howling program." said Menary, adding that while the local howling alley gives 'a special rate. any money he raises could also help pay for the expenses of taking part. He's not sure how short he'll let them cut his hair. At least eight inches arc needed for a wig. After that, Menary said he can let his hair grow again if he doesn't like the short look. "it's all my, wife's idea. I'm just the guinea pig," he said. ed The toll roads arc voluntary and no one is actually stopped and asked for a donation. Firefighters working the road said most people stop anyway and give whatever they can from pocket change to 510 and $20 bills. He said none of the firefighters reported any complaints made to them about the toll roads and said the only comments ' about it came from. firefighters passing through from other towns who were surprised to see Seaforth firefighters holding one. Simpson is worried unless they can get the government to make changes to the act that created the squeegee law, it will get tougher each year for police to overlook the tolls. Garrick said the department has hopes the law will he changed for next year. St. Thomas Anglican Church Jarvis St. Seaforth Rev. Robert Hiscox 482-7861 SUNDAY, SEPT. 10th Service of Morning Prayer at 9:30 a.m. First Presbyterian Church Godench St. W. Seaforth • Rev. Vandermey WORSHIP SUNDAY 11:15 AM Sunday School during Worship Catholic Church Saturday - 5:15 pm St. James Pansh, Seaforth Saturday - 7:15 pm Sl. Joseph's Parish, Clinton Sunday - 9.00 am • St. Michael's Parish. Blyth Sunday - 11:00 am St. James Parish, Seaforth Father Dino Salvador Bethel Bible Church An Associated Gospel Church 126 Main St. Seaforth Sunday Worship Hour 11 A.M. -The Marks of a Commendable Church" 9:45 Sunday School Pastor Rev Doug Corriveau 527-0962 Egmondville United Church Rev. Judith Springett 11 a.m. Worship NOR HSIDE - A AN UNITED CHURCHES Rev. Sheila Macgregor - Minister SUNDAY, SEPT. 10th "RALLY SUNDAY" Sunday School starts with refreshments to follow worship 9:30 a.m. - Cavan 11 a.m. Northside 1 For real peace of mind,, look for this symbol rN protection. We provide insurance protection that lets you sleep at night. 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Exeter Goderich Stratford Wingham 235-4079 524-2515 271-4896 357-4361 In partnership with: Human Resources Development Canada De4cloppement des ressources humaincs Canada Avon Maitland District School Board 62 Chalk Street North Seaforth, ON NOK 1W0 Telephone: (519)527-0111 or 1-800-592-5437 Fax (519) 527-0222 LORNE RACHLIS Director of Education WENDY ANDERSON Chair NOTICE OF NOMINATION OF OFFICE Notice is hereby given to the Municipal Electors.of the Municipality of Huron East Nominations in the Municipality of Huron East for the offices of: (1) Mayor (Elected at Large) - (2) Deputy Mayor (Elected at Large) (3) Ten Councillors (Two elected from each Ward) Two from Brussels Ward. Two from Grey Ward, Two from McKillop Ward, Two from Seaforth Ward. and Two from Tuckersmith Ward. Nominations may be made by completing and filing in the office of the Clerk of the Township of Tuckersmith at Seaforth, nominations in the prescribed form. (4) One member of the Avon Maitland Distract School Board (District Public School Board No. 10) representing the Town of Clinton and Seaforth. Village of Bayfield. and Blyth and Township of Mullett, McKillop. Stanley and Tuckersmith. Nomination papers are to be filed with the Clerk of the Town of Clinton. (5) One member of the Avon Maitland Distnct School Board (Distnct Public School Board No. 10) representing the Town of Wingham. Village of Brussels, and the Toinnsfiip of Grey. Howick. Morris and Turnberry. Nomination papers are to be filed with the Clerk.of the Township of Howick. (6) One member of the Huron Perth Roman Catholic Separate School Board representing the Township of Grey. McKillop, Perth East and Tuckersmith. Village of Brussels and the Town of North Perth and Seaforth. Nomination papers are to be filed with the Clerk of the Township of Perth East. Milverton. (7) Trustee representing the Regional Municipality of Waterloo. County'of Wellington. County of Middlesex. County of Perth and County of Huron on the French -Language Public School Board No. 58. Nomination papers are to be filed with the Clerk of the City of London. (8) Trustee representing the Counties of Lambton. Huron and Bruce and the French Language Separate District School Board No. 63. Nomination papers are to be filed with the Clerk of the City of Samia. - A nomination must be signed by the candidate and may be filed in person or by an agent on the day in the year that is after January 3rd. 2000 and is before October 13th, 2000 at a time when the Clerk's office is open or on October 13th, 2000 between the hours of 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. A prescribed nomination filing fee (S100.00) must accompany the nomination form. A nomination must be certified by the Clerk before such person becomes a certified candidate for the office to which she or he is nominated. Nominations may be withdrawn up until 5:00 p.m. Monday. October 16th, 2000. At that time if only sufficient nominations for office have been certified, those candidates will be declared elected. In the event there are an insufficient number of candidates to fill all positions available, nominations will be reopened for the vacant positions only. on Wednesday. October 18th. 2000 between the hours of 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. and such additional nominations, if required, may be filed in the office of the Clerk. Electoes are hereby given notice that if a greater number of candidates are certified than are required to fill the said offices, voting places wilt be opened on the dates stated below for the purpose of voting. Advance Votes) - Saturday, November 4th, 2000 (10 a.m. • 6 p.m.) Voang Date - Monday, November 13th, 2000 (10 a.m. • 8 p.m.) Datta this 6th day of September, 2000 J.R. Mclachtarh Clerk •