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HomeMy WebLinkAboutHuron Expositor, 2004-06-16, Page 5Opinion Asking for and checking receipts can save money at fast food outlets From Page 4 I think a while ago, I just got sick and tired of all the errors and decided to pay a lot more attention when ordering and paying. When I dm ordering, I ask what options are included in the advertised price of a meal. Because if you don't, and then ask for some kind of drink/side item that is not included, they won't tell you it is going to cost you extra, but just charge you extra. Same goes for sizing. If you don't specify "small," you get large, (which is more pop than my whole family needs) There are free refills at most places. Why would anybody even get a large? Oh, the receipt thing. Yeah, 1 freak a lot of teenage employees out when I ask for one. You would think I had asked for an eight track tape - it is equally as foreign to them. Of course, they have to stare vacantly at me first, then call the manager and explain that I want a receipt. In the last month alone, I have been refunded four times, totalling over $20 in mistakes rung in to the till incorrectly. One place even charged a different amount than was advertised on the board on the wall behind them, then told me that since it was the way the machine had it programmed, that was the right price! If I have been charged incorrectly that many times, what do you think is happening to everyone else? And why no receipts'? What other industry gets away with that? Do they not want us to see what we are being, charged? Most people should have a pretty good idea of what their purchase should come to. If it is way off, don't just shrug it off as YOUR miscalculation - ask for a receipt. And don't let them tell you that all those different amounts on the receipt are the way the machine rings it in. They may not ring a meal in as one price, but it should still add up to the same amount that is advertised. Stand your ground too; don't let them intimidate you into thinking that it is a big deal for them to make a receipt. The receipts are there, they just don't give them out unless you ask. My family eats at fast food restaurants probably as much as the next family does. When you are on the go as much as we are, it somehow seems easier. 1 know it is expensive, but it seems like we as a culture have adapted this style of "eat and go" wholeheartedly, and it just has become part of our lives. 1 know it is usually always busy in those places, that is the nature of their business -fast food. People are in a hurry, kids are often loud, and things are definitely chaotic. But that is no excuse. You should be able to get what you ordered. And to make people feel intimidated by asking questions about their order, well that is just plain wrong. I think what maybe has me so upset about the quantity of errors made in the industry, is not the errors themselves, (we are all human after all, and I have certainly made errors on my job). But, what seems to me to be an attitude on the part of the fast food industry that they almost seem to count on people not mentioning the error -I really hope that is not the case. Because if it is, what industry is next? Letters Voters should be careful what they wish for this election, says reader From Page 4 fired from cabinet and obstructed at every move. (Paul Martin). Now Canadians are as angry with the Liberal party as they were with the Conservatives 10 years ago. And, where is Chretien? Where is the creator of this anger, this distrust? He has stepped aside, his timing is perfect again. He created this cauldron of hate and has managed to dodge the bullet. Chretien has moved on unscathed with a self -granted generous pension and left Paul Martin and the Liberal candidates in this election to bear the brunt of the voters' wrath. Why punish Martin and other Liberal candidates for decisions made by their old boss? Why jump out of the frying pan into the fire? Why not let Paul Martin clean up the mess left by Jean Chretien? How can you possibly trust a Conservative government dominated by Reform? Do you want the Conservatives to "fix" Canada the same as they "fixed" Ontario Hydro'? There is an old axiom that voters determined to punish the Liberals might bear in mind. Be careful what you wish for; you might get it. Sincerely, Gordon Hill RR1 Varna Skateboarders should respect monument To the Editor, It has been brought to my attention that some local skate boarders are using the monument in Victoria Park to practice their skills. It saddens me that these young people have little or no respect for this special place. It seems they think nothing of using public park benches and picnic tables also. I realize we need a skate board park but until such an area is in place, perhaps they could he a little more respectful of where they skateboard. Thank you, News Pat Wallace Egmondville Habitat group works towards incorporation The Habitat for Humanity Huron County steering committee is in the process of becoming incorporated and obtaining a charitable registration number. The steering committee is meeting twice each month towards their goal of setting up an official board of directors and committee structure. "We want the public to be aware that there is a very active committee that is working hard to bring the Habitat concept to Huron County,' explains Paul Dyck of Clinton, steering conuninee chair. "We will be active in putting out information to, the local newspapers and we are in the process of having brochures produced. We are actively seeking people to serve on various committees; Hi-Lites group feels like family say members From Page 1 In the 20 years the group has been together through thick and thin. "We have enjoyed together weddings, anniversarys and births. And we have cried together at the passing of loved ones and friends," said Jan DelVecchio. The youngest member Kim Steep, 14, says the group is just really fun to be a part of. "Yah, it's really great. I encourage everyone to come out. It doesn't matter your age and if you like to sing come on out," said Steep. For Whitmore the group is best summed up as a family. "There's just such a family feeling in this organization. It's just great to be a barbershopper," said Whitmore. people that are committed and willing to put a lot of time and effort into the project." Darene Roma Yavorsky of Word and Image Studios in Hensall recently designed an informational brochure for the local Habitat group. In addition, Bruce Robertson has headed up an active group from Wingham that is planning to promote public awareness by participating in the town's homecoming parade on July 3. Bill Gulutzen of Westcast Industries has agreed to be the newest member of the steering committee. Incorporation papers for the fledgling group are now being processed and the group hopes to have its charitable registration number in place within the next two months. Bylaws have to be written and approved that will outline the • board structure and governance of the group. The goal is to establish a solid, long term organization that will impact housing needs in Huron County for many years. "We have to establish a solid base on which to build," said Paul Dyck. "As much as we'd like to start building a house tomorrow, we have to make sure we have an effective organization in place that is here for the long run." The Kinsmen Club of Hensall made a donation of $1500. In addition, a donation was received from the United Church in the Dashwood - Zurich charge. A database is also in place for people who have contacted Habitat at previous public meetings held at Hensall United Church. Everyone who signed in at the meetings or who called will eventually be contacted to assess their level of interest and expertise. "We don't just need skilled trades," explained Dyck. "We need people with a wide variety of skills, talents and commitment to our purpose." Treasurer Bill Clark from Brussels has been "1.aKa6 Gs de .Matt Wenea Leairty" ALBERT STREET DENTURE CLINIC Denture Specialist Dean R. McTaggart D.D. Complete and Partial Dentures Denture Repairs Relines - Additions 482-1195 SO ALBERT STREET CLINTON instrumental in setting up the database. Anyone interested in serving can contact Habitat for Humanity Huron County at P.O. Box 68. Hensall, Ontario, NOM 1 X0. 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