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HomeMy WebLinkAboutTimes-Advocate, 1981-05-13, Page 34Page 10A Times -Advocate, May 13, 1981 Board outlines structure for recreation and The South Huron rec centreboard of management have come up with a working paper to outline their structure and relationship with the area councils. The information was presented to Exeter council last week. but was held in abeyance to give members. more time to consider the proposals. It is the un- derstanding of the board, that if Exeter council ap- proves the proposal, the township councils will support Exeter's position and the ministry of culture and recreation will endorse the scheme approved by all three councils, Exeter, Usborne and Stephen. In the preamble, the report notes that the board was .originally conceived as , a means whereby the southern part of the county would jointly operate a facility which was built by the residents of the area which has come to serve very significantly, the people of South Huron. "The board was to be a focus for both the centre and recreation, but un- derstandably. the townships have established their own recreation committees and programs and have virtually no need for the services provided by the board." -Exeter however, is in a unique position in that the Centre's employees and programs are an integral part of the Town's recreational needs, and although the Town provides many programs for the residents of the Townships, the Townships see recreation as the responsibility of each community, and therefore, have no desire to become involved with recreation, as such in Exeter. "With this dilemma clearly understood, it is now appropriate to state that the Board does not believe it desirable or even possible that the Recreation Administrator should be responsible to two groups, the Board and the Recreation Committee; however, he will be responsible for all em- ployees and activities held at the Centre and will ad- minister Exeter's recreation programs. To solve the problem, it would seem reasonable that some members of the Board would also serve as (or the nucleus for) the Exeter Recreation Committee." "To give the area representatives on the Board a meaningful voice in the operations of the Centre and to provide for possible future changes in the philosophies and needs of Usborne and Stephen, it is recommended that the Exeter Recreation Committee be a sub- committee of the South Huron Recreation Board of Management. Exeten Council would therefore have the right to expect regular reports from the Recreation Committee as well as the Board. The Townships should expect regular reports from the Board. "The duties of the sub- committee responsible for programs are outlined in this report, but there are also obligations that a recreation committee should have to the town." "As an initial step, the Exeter appointees to the board should act as the recreation committee and should be empowered to add lone representative from every sport to form the Exeter Athletic Council. The committee, itself, should fulfill those tasks outlined in this manual, vis a vis the Board, but the Council should immediately establish for itself a con- stitution and a set of by- laws." "This new body will be the focus for virtually all ac- tivities involving athletics in the town and should, therefore, be prepared to work with the schools, special interest groups and other organizations to plan schedules, use of the grounds BEAUTIFUL FLOWERS - The landscaping in front of the Exeter Public library is enhanced tremendously this spring with a bed of tulips in full bloom. T -A photo Tuckersmith sets taxes, to control farm animals By Wilma Oke A Tuckersmith Township public school supporter with an average assessment of $8.000 will pay $1,190.84 in property taxes this year, up $130.95 from 1980. A separate school sup- porter with the same assess- ment will pay $1,182.86 this year. up $110.78 more than 1980's $1.072 08. The total township budget approved Tuesday night by township council was $690,- 808 an increase of $65.;•;2 over last year. It includes a $359,511 education levy to Huron County board of education compared to last year's $334.741 The Ievv to Huron - Perth Catholic School board is $31.558 compared to $29.- 128 last year. This year's Huron County Ievv is $91,887 compared to $91.590 last year Clerk -treasurer Jack McLachlan said road expen- ditures this year will be $310. 600 up from $265,450 last year and township municipal expenditures are expected to be $207.852 up from $172.46; last year Total assessment for the township is $4.156 379. com- pared to $4.156.450 the previous year Mr Mcl.achlan said the mill rates farm and residential for general township purposes this year - will he 33 92 mills. an in- crease of 9 92 mills: for Huron County Board of Education. primary. 5178 mills. an increase of 709 mills. and for secondary education 41 30 mills. an in- crease of 62 mills: and for Huron -Perth Catholic Board r,f Education. 50 78 mills. an increaseof3.32 mills Work on Tuckersmith's secondary plan for the township got underway Mon- day under the direction of Lousie Smyth• who is work- ing in the Huron County Planning Department.Miss Smyth and George Penfold from the Planning Depart- ment attended the council session. Mr. Penfold outlined steps to be taken and the prepara- tion and background necessary to get it started. He said public workshops will be held for the residents of the township where they can learn what a plan will mean for them and when they can ask questions. He said many people usually at- tend the workships as an op- portunity to discuss the issues. A zoning bylaw will be needed to implement the final plan. Council passed a motion requesting Huron County Planning Department to authorize the start of the work which will take about two years to complete. A tour of township roads will he held Friday to ac- quaint members of council with the condition of the roads and bridges and to help them make decisions on work to be done this year and in the future. Council passed a bylaw for the hiring of a dog control of- ficer - Harvey Hammond. at a retainer fee of 850 per month plus other necessary expenses as outlined in the bylaw Council passed its animal control bylaw. not covering pets such as dogs and cats. but domestic farm animals that may he allowed on small lots in built up areas of the township The animals and birds will he allowed according to one unit per certain size of lot as laid out in the bylaw. One unit allows five laying hens, or two beef steers, or one beef cow and calf, or one dairy cow and calf, or one florae andone pony with colt; or three goats and kids, or three sheep and lambs, or two pigs. Council worked hard and long in an attempt not to penalize any farm owner in a built-up area. Frank Reynolds. a farmer in Har- purhey. attended the council session concerned about restrictions on his 90 -acre farm where he has farmed for the past 46 years. Reeve Robert Bell assured Mr. Reynolds that a restric- tive bylaw was necessary to prevent a beef feed lot operation or a large hog operation being set up in future years on farms similar to his in Harpurhey, Egmondville and other hamlets in the township. Council passed a fence bylaw which set out the regulations governing line fences between properties, and appointed three fence viewers in case of disputes. Emmerson Coleman, W.D. Wilson and Elgin Thompson will receive payment of $20 for a day's work if called to settle a problem. Road superintendent Allan Nicholson did not attend the meeting He is currently attending- the Anderson Road School at University of Guelph along with other road superintendents. Three tile drain loan applications for a total of $28.500 were approved. Clerk McLachlan reported that the leakage test on the Vanastra water system turn- ed up one leak in the in- dustrial area A DANCING ACT Vr,tsono, Khomposong and Noly Vannovong performed one of their or �e dance; at Wadnesdoy's variety show at Precious Blood Separate School. TrA photo and expansion (or development) of the facilities. "By necessity, the council will have to work closely with the board and the ad- ministrator, and therefore, the Exeter recreation committee should be the permanent liaison with the board. 1. The board structure: Each municipality should pass a common by-law establishing i) the Board of Management as an entity to administer the South Huron Recreation Centre and ii) the agreement of co-operation among the three com- munities. tThe financial commitments should be left to voluntary contributions, but the Townships should appreciate the past burden faced by the Exeter tax- payers in supporting the Centre). Each Council should also establish the length of term of its ap- pointees to the Board. The following system should be used for appointments: Stephen - 1 representative appointed for the life of the Council. Usborne - 2 represen- tatives appointed for alternate 2 year terms; Exeter - 5 representatives - 2 from Council; 3 for staggered 3 year terms. 2. Aims - i) To providefor the efficient administration and management of the Centre; ii) To provide facilities and programs suitable for the needs of the community; iii) To en- courage a community program of recreation whereby organizations and clubs will work co- operatively in cultural, educational, physical and social activities; iv) To encourage and promote the development of the concept of area recreation as en- visioned by each municipality; v) To plan for future programs and for future demands placed on the community's facilities. 3. Responsibilities - i) To hire the necessary personnel to manage the Centre; ii) To supervise the operations of the Centre; Hi) To encourage the promotion of the facility; iv) To formulate job descriptions for its em- ployees; v) To conduct regular performance reviews of its employees; vi ) To prepare annual estimates for each calendar year and present these estimates to the the Municipal Councils for approval; vii) To set fees and rates for its programs and facilities; viii) To report to the Councils semi- annually on the management and activities of the Board; ix) To appoint sub- committees as it sees fit to study particular items of interest. 4. Policies - i) The Board will be composed of 4 committees: finance, facilities, recreation and program, and personnel; ii) Each committee will be empowered to spend up to $250.00 without prior Board approval; iii) The Board will ensure that the employees have the same fringe benefits as Exeter's town employees and that all salaries are negotiated annually; iv) The Board will select, annually, from its members, a Chairman and Vice-chairman; v) All meetings will be conducted according to the accepted rules of parliamentary procedure; vi) The Board shall encourage both its members and its employees to attend seminars, con- ferences and workshops which might be beneficial in the operations of the Centre and the improvement of the recreational programs in South Huron; vii) The Board, once a year, after reviewing its estimates for the year, shall report to each Council and negotiate the sum to be contributed by each municipality for that year; viii) The Board shall make available an incentive plan or bonus for the Administrator (and perhaps other employees) to en- courage promotion of the Centre; ix) If a Board member misses three consecutive meetings and fails to provide the chairman with a valid reason, then that member's council will be asked to make another appointment. 5. Sub -Committees - Each member of the Board will serve on at least one of the following four sub- committees: i) Personnel and Policy - shall recommend policy and policy changes con- cerning the operation of the facilities and procedures regarding personnel; - shall deal with all grievancessubmitted.to it by the employees; - shall, if required by the Administrator, assist in the selection of part-time staff; - shall conduct a periodic performance review of all full-time employees; - shall report, as requested, to the Board. ii) Finance - shall prepare estimates for rec centre operation each coming year ; - shall work with the Administrator to exercise controls on spending; • shall make recom- mendations to the Board concerning capital ex- penditures; - shall prepare, with the Administrator, year-end statements. iii) Program - may be composed of the Exeter Recreation Com- mittee members; - shall determine with the Administrator, the kinds of programs and activities which will be offered each year; - shall submit estimates to the Finance Committee of the Board; - shall set the rates and fees to be charged for the various activities; - shall evaluate existing programs; - shall recommend the acquisition of capital items to assist programs. iv) Facilities - shall recommend, in co- operation with the Administrator, a schedule of fees and rental rates for the use of all facilities; - shall assist in the establish- ment of a regular main- tenance program; - shall recommend the acquisition of capital items as required for the operation of the Centre; • shall recommend operating procedures for the arena, hall, tennis courts, ball diamonds, swimming pool and all other Board - managed facilities. The Recreation Administrator 1. The Administrator will be directly responsible to the Chairman of the Board of Management, or in his ab- sence, to the Vice -Chairman. 2. He will implement the policies of the Board in recreation, administration, programming, supervision and all such duties assigned to him by the Board. 3. The Board sees the Administrator's primary responsibility as public relations. He must demonstrate an un- derstanding for ideas, projects, and proposals submitted by groups for the use of any of the facilities for which the Board Is responsible. 4. He will promote the Recreation Centre and assist any group wishing to use the facility so that the building is being used to its maximum potential. 5. He will be responsible for the operations of the Recreation Centre. He will, with the assistance of the Board, staff, train and supervise the Board's em- ployees, both full-time and part-time. He will enforce the job descriptions established by the Board and will recommend the hiring and dismissal of personnel. 6. He will prepare estimates for the operation of all facilities under the Board's jurisdiction. He will submit a monthly- financial statement and a monthly activities report to the Board. 7. He will co-ordinate and assist recreation committee programs within the Town of Exeter. 8. He will formulate and present to the Board, policy and program proposals that are professionally sound and politically acceptable. i -1r • TASTY DINNER - Hot dogs featured the menu as Stephen Central School senior students enjoyed lunch during Thursday's trip to Hay Swamp. From the left are Lode Schenk, Susanne Smith, Tracey Remkes, Dianne Dearing and Denise Renning. is THE BIGGEST AND BEST SELECTION IS AT EXETER WE SUPPLY "SAVINGS* - 'SERVICE r\$ \! 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