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HomeMy WebLinkAboutHuron Expositor, 2005-11-09, Page 8Page 8 November 9, 2005 • The Huron Expositor News Alliance asking province for cash advance Jeff H e u c 6 e r t The Huron -Perth Healthcare Alliance has passed a motion to ask the Ministry of Health and Long - Term Care for a cash advance on the upcoming fiscal year. The decision came during the Alliance's board meeting Nov. 3 at the Seaforth Community Hospital, following a presentation by Alliance CEO Andrew Williams. The board feels the cash advance Seili still hopes to conquer daycare deficit From Page 1 finding a way to keep the centre open. "I'm giving the girls (the daycare staff) six months to bring it around," he says. "We had our teeth kicked in by the county but I have faith that they will bring it around." Seili says the rent from the resource con- sultant was important revenue for Tuckersmith Day Nursery. "Our numbers were improving but the biggest problem is the uncertainty. I will fight hook and tail to keep it (the daycare centre) open," he says. Seili says he believes that the daycare can be run as a "revenue neu- tral proposal" without a deficit. He points out that without a daycare, its $34,000 a year rent to the Vanastra Recreation Centre will have to be absorbed by the pool. "Then, the building will run a deficit like every other community centre. Council has to look at the whole pic- ture," he says. is necessary to "reduce the potential interest expense in the 2006-2007 fiscal year," Williams said in his report. The Alliance is facing a year-end deficit of $3.7 million for the 2005- 2006 fiscal year, down from its ini- tial estimate of $4.9 million. This is due in part to "on going and one-time savings related to a recent salary award and forecasted revenue increase relating to OHIP," the report said. The Alliance receives on average $60 million from the province each year in funding, which is usually distributed evenly over 12 months. The proposal would see the Alliance receive their $5 million for March 2007 at the beginning of their fiscal year in April 2006. The cash advance would give the Alliance $10 million in April, and nothing in March. Williams told the board members he hopes that with the cash advance, the Alliance can "get into a sustained financial position," by the end of the fiscal year. As of now, hospitals have submit- ted their expected budgets for 2005- 2006 to the ministry. In the next few weeks, the Alliance should be hearing back from the province to set up a meet- ings, where plans to either receive more funding or reduce or cut ser- vices will be discussed. OF THE wEEi 11 GRAY INSURANCE BROKERS INC. ALLAN CARTER Broker APPOINTMENTS AT YOUR CONVENIENCE (519)527-2500 "•"d,,' r:trlta:ll.�.s:o-i.tyaua-:t DECEPTIVELY MODEST PLAN H1-3-594 FLOOR BLUEWATE INTERIORS INC. • Para Paints • wallpaper • Levolor Custom blinds • Tarkett Vinyl Flooring • laminate Flooring • Hardwood Flooring • Ceramic Tule • Carpets • Area Rugs Check out our new line in flooring KARDEAN FLOORING — FREE ESTIMATES — 53 Main St S., Seaforth (519) 527-1728 877-280-1629 PLAN 1688 SO. FT. (156.8 M2) WIDTH 45'-0"(13.7M) DEPTH 62' - 8" (19.1M) THIS DESIGN INCLUDES UNFINISHED BASEMENT JENISH HOUSE DESIGN LIMITED STRAIGHT ENTRY Deceptively modest from the outside, this two -bedroom -plus - den family home packs a big punch, spatially speaking. The front door opens onto a compact foyer with 12 -foot ceilings. There is a display cabinet located over the coat closet on the left. Opposite is a roomy den with a bay window, and beyond are stairs going down to the basement (unfinished). From here, a slight dogleg Leads under an archway to the combination great room -kitchen -dining area. The great room, with a built-in fireplace flanked by an entertainment unit, is separated from the kitchen only by an island with a raised eating bar, enabling the cook to catch the television news and keep tabs on the family. Home of the Week Plans See Our Web Page Order Form on: http://www.jenlsh.com And Email Your Order To: homeplans@jenish.com Or Mall To: HOME PLAN OF THE WEEK, c%oTheSeaforth Huron Expositor, Unit 7, 15243, 91st Ave., Surrey, B.C. V3R 8P8 CALL: 1 888-458-9235 Excavating Inc. Derrick VanDriel 527-0609 Simon VanDnel 482-3783 I,SrGM WG( 522-0214 --- Renovating? Call BLU EWATER Ore. wt w aMaiar swallesawlemWsys ear -.r.r..r.....e.ra MIKE BOVEN CARPENTRY AGRICULTURAL, RESIDENTIAL NEW CONSTRUCTION RENOVATIONS �A Mike Hoven SALES SERVICE INSTALLATION 527-1538 524-1520 FAX 527-2270 R.R.s1 B h • PLUMBING S HEATING • AIR CONOmONINO 15 Goderich St.. E . Seaforth 527-0505 Fine Furniture • Floor Coverings Dave & Charlotte Stmme ox Furniture and Floor Coverings, Main St. Saeforih 827.0880 AndefefiliN R,.M'44. hour n Kevin l Wn• 627.2319 233-3171 15't" 522-2743 tr eetn bridge :tn fs ,nf o rf h. ea