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HomeMy WebLinkAboutTimes-Advocate, 1985-06-26, Page 2Times -Advocate, June 26, 1985 NEW JUDGE -- Huron's former crown attor(ney, Gary Hunter, was sworn in as Provincial Court Judge last v5eek. His predecessor, William Cochrane, right, helps him with the new robe. Propane leak Continued 11'1111 front page Ile said propane is a relatively safe fuel and explained that fire depart- ment personnel are trained to handle such situations. "It's not a common thing," he add- ed in reference to the leak on Sunday, saying that with the proliferation of transfer stations there is bound to be an odd incident such as the one which occurred in Exeter on Sunday. Local firemen were hampered in their effort to shut off the equipment by not knowing where the valves were located inside a door on the bottom of the lank. Fireman Bob Forrest final- ly managed to locate it and gave an excited whoop as the leak was stopped. Forrest sustained some blistering to his wrists and lower arms from his battle as the leaking gas coated his arm with ice. Middleton said he planned to do diagram of all the propane tanks in the department's coverage area so that firemen would know where shut- , off switches are located. Ile said the placing of the cul -off switches should be made more accessible. A van parked near the tank was pushed away by firemen after the leak was halted. They didn't want the engine started because they feared a spark from the vehicle could set M- an explosion. Exeter police department took no chances either. They re-routed traf- fic away from the area for about one hour. The odorant which is added to pro- pane could be detected some distance from the tank. Ingram said the odor would have to he quite perceptible before it indicated the level of gas was a getting dangerous. "Ellis -Don Ltd. Announcement" Mr. Donald J. Smith, presi- dent and chairman of the board of Ellis -Don Limited is pleased to announce that Mr. Bradley Gregus has accepted a position with the firm's. head office at London On- tario. Mr. Gregus.' capacity with the company will be that of a project co-ordinator and site superintendent and will be working on project management, design build, or general contract projects in southwestern Ontario. BRADLEY GREGUS Thank you As my career takesa slightly different direction, but still in the construction industry, I would like to take this moment to ex- press my gratitude for the opportunity of having been able to work for, with, and under the direction of the many fine in- dividuals, agriculturalists, industries and institutions in Huron, Perth, Middlesex, and Lamblon counties. As well, I offer my appreciation to all of the area suppliers and subtrades, whose service and efficiency was always first-rate. Most importantly, 1 would like to extend o sincere shank -you to my father for the many years of guidance, support and in- struction which were instrumental in achieving this posilon. Sincerely, Bradley Gregus Succeeds Judge W.G. Cochrane Huron gets new provincial judge Following a succession of Huron County crown attorneys to the bench. His Honour Judge H.G. (Gary Hunter was sworn in as Provincial Court Judge for the county of Huron at special ceremonies Friday. His Honour, Chief Judge F.C. Hays and Huron County Judge, F.G. Carter presided over the swearing-in ceremony in the provincial courtroom. Subsequent to the reading of the order in council appointing Hunter a Provincial Court Judge. which was recommended by Attorney -General Robert Welch, concurred by Claude Bennett, Executive Council chairman and approved by Lieutenant Gover- Stephen gets request for Crediton closings Stephen council has been requested by the Crediton trustees to undertake two road allowance closings. These were discussed at the Tuesday meeting. The first closing is in regards to an area on plan 214, adjacent to lot 1. in Crediton. The clerk has been in- structed by council to ask the solicitor to prepare the necessary papers and arrange for survey work on the site. All costs are to be borne by the purchaser. There will be a public meeting regarding the second closing. This proposed road allowance closing is on plan 215 in Crediton, and some pepte have been using it as an access to their property. The meeting is to be held at a regular council meeting, and all abutting landowners are to be notified. Application for a zoning amend- ment has been made by Marion Averill, regarding part lot 12,.on plan 212. She would like this changed from commercial zoning to village residential. Council accepted this application and are forwarding it to the planning department. so that arrangements can be made for a public meeting about the change. Stephen council has no objections to bylaws 26 - 1985 and 27 - 1985 which are zoning amendments for the Town of Exeter. A petition for drain repair has been received from Reg Schroeder, regar- ding the Schroeder -Powe drain. Coun- cil is instructing the drainage com- missioner to install a catch basin on the drain. the cost of which is to he borne by Schroeder. The engineer's report is back from the court of revision on the Clarke Municipal Drain. Based on this report, council has denied the appeal of Adrian Kester. The bylaw 10 - 1985 on the Clarke drain was given third reading and passed. A bylaw to establish a Centralia Parks Board has given three readings. This board will look after the baseball diamond currently being constructed. Tony Zwambag and building in- spector Arnold McCann discussed a building permit application for Zwam- bag's barn. Zwambag previously presented plans for an addition that was too close to the hydro easement on his property. This submission has reduced barn measurements to allow for the hydro easement. and was accepted. Council is giving a $50 donation to Teachers -. Continued from front page The tentative agreement covers a two-year period, from September 1. 1984 to August 31. 1986. "1 think its a very good collective agreement." said the board's superintendent of personnel Peter Gryseels adding it is "reasonable" to both sides. Ile said the percentage increatie is "right on the line" with other ten- tative agreements reached recently and which have yet to he ratified by the respective groups and the school.. board. Gryseels added the secondary school teachers' tentative agreement does fall -within the school board's 1985 budget.• 1 1 s Miles South of Grand Bend On H'way. 21 - 231-2110 Open 7 Days A Week 10-6 Friday Til 1:00 1 R CPi'2 vitas f A)1( otitKitx, the "Friends of 4-H" fund, which sponsors exchange trips for 4-11ers. Permission has been granted to the Huron Park fire department to send two members to the Ontario Fire Marshall's Fire Prevention School in Seaforth. There will be a meeting in Sarnia Sept. 20 of the Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement Board. Area municipalities are invited t par- ticipate, and Stephen is sending their clerk. Council opposes the resolution of the Town of Valley East regarding the issues of senior citizens not paying school tax and waiving extra taxes for people who improve tliieir homes. No insurance . nets $500 fine An Exeter man was fined $500 after pleading guilty to beingdhe owner of a vehicle for which he had no in- surance in Exeter court. Tuesday. John Barrett, 61 Gidley St., was charged on May 16 after a vehicle owned by him was stopped on Highway 4 north of Hensall. The vehi- cle was being driven by another man at the time. Investigation revealed the in- surance policy on the vehicle had been cancelled. Barrett was given six months in which to pay the fine levied by Justice of the Peace Douglas Wedlake. In the only other case heard on the docket, Robert T. Yocco, Wingham, was fined $150 on a charge of driving at a speed of 135 in an 80 km. zone. The charge was laid on June 14 at 3:01 a.m. as Yocco was clocked in radar as he proceeded south on Highway 4. He pleaded guilty to the charge. Riddell Continued from front page demands? What's it we're doing wrong that they're doing right?" - Several directors were concerned that by concentrating protests on Queen's Park it would lake the heat off the Federal government, which was the original target of protest. It was decided federal offices also would be visited in Toronto. In the end, Ireland's motion did pass just before Ramsay. a cash crop farmer and former OFA area direc- tor, was invited to speak. "I think you've got to gel off your asses and get mobilized. I hope you don't mind me talking this frankly. "If I'm sitting in the legislature and there's a rally outside with 2,00(1 farmers yelling 'Save my farm' and the windows are vibrating," Ramsay said, the legislators have to respond. "You've gotta make the noise to tell them how bad it is for farmers." During the debate on whether the OFA should take a passive or militant tack, one farmer suggested cheap irish imported beefshoilld be dumped from ships in port. Ramsay picked up on the suggestion which had gone nowhere. "When you talk about action, you're not irresponsible if you don't break the law. That's democracy. You've gotta make noise," Ramsay suggested. "if boatloads of beef are coming over. you don't have to rush the boat and damage things. You set up a picket line that the stevedores won't cross to unload that beet." l � Interlocking Paving Stones for driveways - patios walks - pools landscaping accents equipment rental for do-it-yourselfers - discounts available on larger purchases - delivery available ALSO patio blocks lawn edging sidewalk blocks pork benches curbing picnic tables curlew &write ppmeuced .ce 2 Parkside Ave. Zurich, Ontario Phone 236-4305 nor, John B. Aird on May 8. 1985. Hunter took the oath of office and oath of allegiance His Honour William G. Cochrane. former crown attorney for the Coun- ty of Huron and Provincial Court Judge, assisted Hunter in putting on the judge's gown. Cochrane. ap- pointed to the bench in 1977 by Roy McMurty. retired November 28. 1984. Judge Hunter was feted by his col- leagues and peers. all of whom acknowledged his dedication to the administration of justice and sense of fair play during his seven years as crown attorney for the county. Chief Judge F.C. Clays called on Daniel Murphy, Q.('.. representing the Law Society of Upper Canada: Alan J. Mill, president of the Huron County Law Association: Fletcher Dawson, representing the Criminal Lawyers Association:. a represen- tative of the Provincial Judges Association. ('ruminal Division and Judge F.G Carter. to address the court. In his address to the court. Chief Judge F.C. Hays said Judge hunter was left a rich legacy in the ad- ministration o1 justice in Huron Coun- ty and that his succession from crown attorney to the provincial court lx•nch followed a tradition Cheit Judge Hays suggested the county could look forward to many years of capable. competent administration. Judge Hunter, 41. become crown at- torney for (he county in 1978, suc- ceeding Judge Cochrane. after spen- ding three years.as assistant crown in the city of Windsor. Ile is a graduate of tJsgoode Hall Law School. Judge Hunter. who has been in Toronto observing court procedures the past few weeks. lives in Goderich with his wile Barbara and two daughters. Jennifer 12 and Alison. 6. Notice to Public Utilities Water Consumers To conserve water, the Exeter Public Utilities will limit the use of hoses for the watering of lawns and gardens. Effective immediately and until further notice, the following schedule for the use of hoses will be permitted: Residential customers (households) Sunday to Saturday inclusive 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Commercial customers (businesses) Monday, Wednesday & Friday 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. These hours will be strictly enforced. Your co- operation will be appreciated. Exeter Public Utilities Commission i NOTICE WHITE SQUIRREL POLICY WHEREAS Exeter Council recognizes that the White Squirrel species is unique. AND WHEREAS Exeter Council also recognizes that the Ministry of Natural Resources is responsible for issuing licenses for the hunting, trapping and ensnar- ing of certain animals including squirrels. AND WHEREAS it is accepted that of 'times ratepayers are given permission by the Ministry to trap animals on their own property to protect their property from damage by such animals. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Municipal Council of the Town of Exeter that the residents of the Town of Exeter, are respectfully requested that if it becomes necessary to trap squirrels to protect their property, that a live trap be used and that they contact the Municipal Office staff who in turn will con- tact the S.O.S. (Save Our Squirrels) Committee for assistance in letting these squirrels loose in their natural environment, namely the town Parks. ANYONE FOUND VIOLATING THIS POLICY WILL FEEL THE FULL EFFECTS OF THE LAW. 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