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Huron Expositor, 2006-09-27, Page 7McLellan said the same problem of abuse is happen- ing there. "We need to enforce it first and see if there is still a need for additional spaces," he said. "Parents are using these spots to pick up their kids, instead of non -designated spots. When these parents are approached, they say nothing will happen to them so they don't care where 1 Avon Maitland t...•., w,Vwaso,.M& roan., Fairness Honesty EmPathY Respect Integrity Courage Optimism Compassion Perseverance Responsibility Cultivating Character Special Education Advisory Committee Nominations for Appointees The Avon Maitland District School Board invites local associations or organizations that operate to further the interests and well-being of exceptional children or adults, to apply 'to nominate a representative and an alternate to serve as a volunteer on its Special Education Advisory Committee (SEAC). The Special Education Advisory Committee is a statutory standing committee of the Avon Maitland District School Board. It will meet approximately 10 times during the school year on the first Wednesday of every month from 6:00 p.m. until approximately 8:00 p.m. A person is qualified to be a member of the SEAC who: • is at least 18 years of age; • is a Canadian citizen; • is a resident within the jurisdiction of the School Board; is not an employee of the School Board Applications are to be sent to Pat Taylor, Executive Assistant, no later than November 30, 2006. • Avon Maitland District School Board 62 Chalk Street, North Seaforth, ON NOK 1 WO Telephone: (519) 527-0111 or 1-800-592-5437 Fax: (519) 527-0222 \.nnnnnr Ifni IrcrhnOIS.Ca • The Huron Expositor • September 27, 2006 Page 7 News Council considers raising fines for parking in handicapped spots throughout Huron East Susan H,undertmark As Huron East's adminis- tration takes a closer look at its parking bylaw, council- lors are suggesting higher fines and more visible park- ing spots for the handi- capped throughout the municipality. A letter from Jacquie Waechter, of _ Brussels, requested Huron East impose a $300 fine for those abusing the handicapped parking spots. "Those of us who need these spots get very agitat- ed by the lack of respect shown' us from these unrea- sonable people," she said, asking for .two spots on Brussels' main street,. including one in front of the laundry and one in front ; of the lawyer's office. Waechter said she's tried writing to Road Watch but the only result was a warn- ing to the abusers. She said a $300 fine is in line with Goderich and Clinton while Listowel and Wingham impose $100 fines. Clerk -Administrator Jack McLachlan said Huron East's fine is currently . $25 and it is never enforced. "That's the problem. If you don't use it, it doesn't matter if it's $300," said Deputy -Mayor- Bernie MacLellan, adding he agrees with a $100 fine. • Grey Coun. Mark Beaven agreed with the $100 fine. "It's (parking in a handi- capped parking spot with- out a permit) probably the nibgt disrespectful action and $100 is significant but I wouldn't want it any less," he said. Mayor Joe Seili said he agreed with McKillop Coun. Sharon McClure's suggestion of a penalty of a day in a wheelchair but added, "You'd have to have a judge impose that." Tuckersmith Coun. Larry McGrath asked that Huron East's handi- capped parking spots be painted blue, as was suggested in Waechter's letter. "Not everyone looks up when they're parking their car. It needs to be clearly marked with a big blue spot, so clear you're almost afraid to step in it, not two faded white lines," he said. "Pay .$300 and you'll look next time," replied •Beaven. Waechter also asked for two more handi- capped spots (for a total of four) at the Brussels, Morris and Grey Community Centre but Grey Coun. Alvin ww""""P","" "P"'"'"'" ▪ et' i5 thanks to our customers for naming us the best. Again. RATE! BEST CUSTOS SERVI 2005 C For the second year in a row, the Customer Service Index has ranked TD Canada Trust #1 for Overall Quality of Customer Service. This recognition underlines what we've known since they park," pointed out Waechter in her letter. She asked for some action prior to hockey . and skating season. Than to our employees for making us the best. Again. RATED BEST IN USTOMER SERVICE` 2006 We started over 150 years ago — service is everything. So to all our customers who once again named us the best, and to all our employees who make us the best every day, thank you. 1-800-436-3333 www.tdcanadatrust.com W AA -TD Cssada Trust Banking can be this comfortable • *Recognized for Excellence in Nerd 044 of (ustimer Service among The Big 5 Books ouordiing to the Customer Service Index concluded by Synovote, *lambs 2006.