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HomeMy WebLinkAboutTimes-Advocate, 1985-11-20, Page 3DEDICATION SERVICE — Exeter Pentecostal Tabernacle minister Rev. Bob Donnan (at the pulpit) was joined on the platform by a number of invited guests during a service to dedicate the newly completed church on Highway 4. included were (left) PAOC general superintendent Rev. James MacKnight, MPP Jack Riddell, Exeter Mayor Bruce Shaw, Usborne Reeve Gerald Prout and former pastor Rev. Floyd Rhude. Assistant pastor Rev. Randy Cox is at the far right. Times -Advocate, November 20, 1985 . Page 3 Satelilte dish saga Continued from frcot page pose of side yards their steps should not be considered as part of the building but for the purpose of satellite dish the steps should be con- sidered as par( of the building;" he wrote. "Accordingly, we are of the opinion that in this case the front yard com- mences at the exterior of the home which is located.immediately north of Rec centre Continued from front page "The washroom project (for the agricultural building is 'probably, out," she opined. The repairs to the rec centre were discussed only briefly by the board before it was turned over to the facilities committee for recommendation. Facilities manager Cam Steward - son said it would be an expenditure of "a considerable amount of money" if the facility had to be covered as the engineer's report Minted. He said the holes drilled in the wall for the examination revealed that the insolation was soaked and therefore the insulation value was probably nil. When asked by board member Cathy Whiteford if the problems stemmed from poor maintenance, age, poor design or poor construction, Stewardson answered that it was pro- bably due to a combination of all those factors. Gaylan Josephson asked if there was anything the board could do im- mediately in view of the current budget. Stewardson hinted that not much money was left -due to the fact considerable had been spent on the furnaces, refrigeration and dehumidifiers. the front steps. The pole at issue would therefore be located within the front yard and would be in contraven- tion of bylaws applying to the installa- tion of a TV antenna dish," he concluded. A letter submitted to council this week by the building inspector advis- ed that Mitchell had also given an in- terpretation on the zoning bylaw definition of front yard. "Mr. Mitchell's interpretation con- firms the original position of .the zon- ing administrator (Johnston) that the positioning of the TV satellite dish in- stalled at 32 Gidley St. West con- travenes to the Exeter zoning bylaw No. 30, 1978, as amended," Johnston wrote and continued, "Mr. Mitchell has advised that charges should be laid against the applicants regarding this matter .to maintain bylaw consistency". At Monday's session, Johnston ad- vised council that the Mommersteegs had also obtained two other legal 4ni- nions that backed the one they had received from Dean, although he said he was not shown those letters when he requested them. The building inspector said the Mommersteegs had the option of moving the satellite dish onto the roof as approved under the original permit (which has now been revoked) or they could apply for a minor variance. He advised council he had already received complaints from neighbor- ing property owners who were con- cerned with property devaluation due to the erection of the satellite dish. "The final interpretation may have to be made by a judge," he opined, in reference to the zoning bylaw. Reeve Bill Mickle said there was definitely a difference in interpreta- tion regarding the situation and that ' it may have to be settled by an in- dependent person. He added that there were pro cedures to challenge laws, but they should not be flaunted. "We have to support our laws and follow through or forget the laws," he added. A question was raised by Mayor Bruce Shaw regarding pending suits over an altercation that arose bet- ween Johnston and Fred Mom- mersteeg and the building inspector said he was considering proceeding with charges unless an apology is received. In her address to council, Mrs. Mommersteeg asked council to have Johnston issue an -apology to her hus- band over the altercation. We know next to nothing about vir- tually everything. It is not necessary to know the origin of the universe; it is necessary to want to know. Civilization depends not on any par- ticular knowledge, but on the disposi- tion to crave knowledge. "...Net' M,.1 Take a close look at A&H next week A HAPPY OCCASION — Enjoying an informal chat before the service to dedicate the new Exeter Pentecostal Tabernacle are Assistant Pastor Rev. Randy Cox (left), Pastor Bob Donnan, Rev. James MacKnight, general superintendent of the PAOC and district superintendent Homer Contelon. New Pentecostal church overflows for dedication More than 450 people filled the sane - Wary of Exeter Pentecostal Taber- nacle to participate in the official opening and dedication cif the new church south of town on Highway 4. Platform guests included Rev. James MacKnight, general superintendent of the Pentecostal Assemblies of Canada, PAOC district superinten- dent Rev. Homer Cantelon, former pastor Rev. Floyd Rhode. agricultural minister Jack Riddell. Notice of Petition requesting Increase of Nursing Beds from Ontario Ministry of Health for the New Nursing Home in Exeter Petition will be presented by citizens for signatures the Post Office Tuesday and Wednesday November 26, 27/ 1985 Petition for signatures will also be available at the Clerk's Office, Main Street until 5 p.m. November 27 85. Huron county Warden Paul Steckle, Usborne Reeve Gerald Prout, Exeter Mayor Bruce Shaw, South Huron Ministerial Chairman Rev. Jim Sut- ton. building committee head Dave Prouty and Bruce Langman representing the Don Hawkey Con= struction Company. Among the previous ministers who returned for the ceremony were Rev. Mel Holmes and wife Margaret (1959-1962). Rev. Larry an11 Mrs. Lu Talbot (1962-1964.) and Lloyd, and Elizabeth Rhude (1965-1970). Riddell presented Rev. Bob Donnan with a picture Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip, and commended the church members for their "enormous contribution to the spiritual life of the community". Donnan jokingly pointed out the impartiality shown in the decor, with platform chairs in red. and the pews upholstered in blue. Shaw assured his audience that even if the property was annexed sometime. churches were not taxed. He asked the congregation to "please consider themselves part of Exeter". Prout said the beautiful building was an excellent example of what can be accomplished when people put their minds together. Stecklenoted that the Christian in- fluence is the strength of the community. While accepting the church keys from Langman. Prouty said how pro- ud he was of each person who had voluntarily worked on the project, and of the unity which had -been a con- stant factor throughout. MacKnight based his dedication message on the scripture text from Matthew '16:13 where Pater acknowledges that Jesus is the Son of God. and Jesus promises to build His church on the rock of that confession. MacKnight said neither the Pentecostals or any other denomina- tion were building churches. "it is Jesus who is building His church". MacKnight defined "the church" as "a collection of sinners saved by God". He said if "transformed people go out from this beautiful building in- to the community with Peter's convic- tion, and if they declare who He is, Jesus will continue to build His church. Cantelon led the congregation in the responsive prayer of dedication. Insurance talk not reassuring Talk about 300 percent increases in municipal liability insurance has members of Exeter council concerned. However. perhaps of more concern is the fact that municipalities may not even be able to buy liability insurance at any price in the near future. Both those prospects were briefly outlined at Monday's session: Reeve Bill Mickle said it was a "very concerning situation" for the 1986 budget. noting that the town's in- surance costs could jump from the current $32,000 to $75,000. He said that would result in a considerable tax increase. Deputy -Reeve Lossy Fuller who had recently attended a meeting with a county committee and their in- surance representatives, said they had been advised that the biggest con- cern is the fact no company may be able to provide protection for municipalities in view of the .escalating awards being made by the courts. "We have to be concerned," she concluded. Council's current insurance premium comes due next summer. NVISTMEeNTS 33 WtST ST.. 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