Times-Advocate, 1988-05-18, Page 23Jack's Jottings
Affordable
housing
By Jac!: Riddell
MPP Iluron
Legislation streamlining the rezoning process for municipalities
and all interested groups with the intention of providing more afford-
able housing throughout the Province has been introduced by Mu-
nicipal Affairs Minister John Eakins.
To maximize efficiency in the planning process, the proposed leg-
islation will reduce the overall time for the zoning process to a min-
imum of 41 days from the current minimum of 65 days.
The Bill also enables the Ministry of Municipal Affairs to define a
local planning matter as being of provincial interest, ensuring pro-
vincial guidelines and other government interests in land uses arc
considered.
"We are preparing municipal planning guidelines to help munici-
palities plan affordable housing. These guidelines are about residen-
tial intensitication•and meeting the goal.of twenty-five percent af-
fordable housing in every community," said Mr. Eakins, addressing
the Legislature.
Budget to assist seniors, individuals with disabilities
Increased funding for thc Disabled Community and Seniors has
been provided in the 1988 -Ontario Budget.
Seven million dollars, an increase of 17 percent over the interim
period 19:17-88, has been designated for the Ministry of Disabled
Persons. Included in the Ministry's allocation is the continuation of
the Capital Access Fund to improve physical access for thc disabled.
The Ministry of Transportation's funding will increase by approxi -
Great weekend
CLINTON - Want 24 reasons .
why last weekend was great? It was
because of the 24 senior 4-H mem-
bers from Huron, Pcrth, Lambton
and Bruce Counties. They were all
involved in a leadership program at
Camp Canbay, Bayfield, provided
by the Huron 4-11 Youth Council,
Leader Advisor and local Rural Or-
ganization Specialists.
The weekend's theme was "You,
The Total Image". Workshop ses-
sions were held on assertiveness,
communication skills, etiquette,
stress management and goal set-
ting.
Members' comments included:
"Met new, exciting . people",
"Incredible", "Inspirational speak-
ers", "Great location" and "Group
gave us a family feeling".
What a fantastic way to gain new
skills or strengthen others. Do you
wish you'd been a part of it? Be
sure to sign up for the September
Camp.
Jane Muegge
Rural Organization Specialist
Who can resist
a good campfire?
CLINTON - Who can resist a
singsong around a campfire? Come
join us for the 4-H Achievement
programs for Encounter the Out-
doors project. These members have
been busy learning about outdoor
shelters, outdoor cooking tech-
niques, first aid, environmental im-
pact and nature appreciation.
Wrap up sessions are being held
outdoors on: Wednesday, May 25 -
Clinton Conservation Arca; Thurs-
day, May 26 - Crediton Conserva-
tion Arca; Thursday, May 26 -
Corri^. Conservation Area; Tues-
day, May 31 - Fainily Paradise,
Walton; Wednesday, June 1 - Ben -
miller Falls Reserve and Thursday,
June 2 - Family Paradise, Walton.
All sessions will begin at 7:30
p.m. Come join us. You are most
welcome.
Jane Muegge
Rural Organization Specialist
Can apply
for Agricrew
CLINTON - Trying to get sum-
mer job is not one of the easiest
tasks for today's youth to under-
take, however, it can be a neces-
sary and meaningful experience.
Angela Schlosser and Don Raus-
er, working with the Ontario Mini-
stry of Agriculture and Food, have
undertaken the job of helping others
find summer employment in the ag-
ricultural field.
Presently they have two programs
available for youth to apply for -
AGRICREW and Junior Agricultu-
ralist.
The AGRICREW program is for
people between the ages 15 and 24
with some farm work experience.
Forepbrson and crew member posi-
tions are available.
Agricrew members will be work-
ing for various farmers doing jobs
such as haying, painting, field clear-
ing or general clean-up. For farmers
who would like to'hirc a four per-
son crew, the cost is $110 per day.
The crew is responsible for their
own transportation and lunches.
The 'Junior Agriculturalist pro-
gram is aimed at youth between the
ages of 15 and 24 who have not had
any farming experience.
Thd participants will live on the
farm with a selected family for a
nine week period (June 20 - August
19), receiving $30 per day, $15
from OMAF and $15 from the
farmer. They will also get every
second weekend off.
Any families living on a farm or
any youths in the above age catego-
ries who are interested in the pro-
grams, should contact Angie or Don
at 482-3428 or 1-800-265-5170.
mately 31 percent to $25 million in 1988-89 for improved access to
conventional public transit and expanded eligibility and service for
special transit facilities.
The Health Ministry will receive $46,million for their Assistive
Devices Program, almost double the 1987-1988 expenditure.
All Ontario seniors will continue to benefit from full OHIP pre-
mium assistance and free prescription drugs. As well, the Govern-
ment provides property and sales tax assistance in order to offset the
burden of the Budget's tax increases.
Restored schoolhouse opens
The official opening of a restored one -room school will kick off
the 1988 season on May 24 at the Ontario Agricultural Museum.
The opening of the 102 -year-old school is one of many special
events being held during 1988 to help celebrate the Ontario Ministry
of Agriculture and Foods Centennial.
, The official ceremonies, to be attended by myself, as Minister of
Agriculture and Food, local dignitaries and former teachers and stu-
dents, will include the unveiling of an historic plaque, flag raising
and bell ringing. The opening is scheduled for 2:00 p.m. at the mu -
scum site.
The 1988 season begins May 24 and runs to September 25, open
daily 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The site is five km. west of Milton
and can be reached from exit 320B or 312 Highway 401. A gift
shop, catering and picnic areas are available on the site.
Senior Citizens' Month - June 1988
June is Senior Citizens' Month, and this years theme - Opportuni-
ty is Ageless - is designed to capture the essence of the lifestyle of
today's seniors. If you look at today's seniors in our community, I'm
sure you'll agree "growing old isn't what it used to be". For many,
turning 65 is an opportunity, freeing up time to pursue new chal-
lenges, volunteer, travel, attend classes, teach, or start a new career.
No longer is age considered a barrier to enjoyment of life.
The highlight of Ontario's tribute to seniors will be presentation
of Ontario Senior Achievement Awards at Queen's park. However,
the success of the month's celebrations will really be determined by
many events in our communities across Ontario.
The Huron Day Centre in Clinton, for example, is holding a
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Strawberry Social on June 21.
For ideas about organizing your celebration, the Ontario Govern-
ment has a handbook entitled "Planning Events: Tips for Seniors".
Copies can be obtained by calling any of my riding offices.
Seniors offer a great deal to our society. They have a store of wis-
dom, energy, expertise and often, the time to use their energy to
teach, learn, create and enjoy life to the fullest.
Let's all join together in June to honour our seniors, and to recog-
nize that opportunity really is ageless!
Grants to riding
In addition to grants announced in a previous release, I have been
advised by Minister of Tourism and Recreation'Hugh O'Neil that •
Tuckersmith Township will receive a Summer Experience '88 grant
for $2,927 to hire three students for their Sun 'n Fun program. Hen-
sall will receive $745 to hire one student for the "It's a Small
World" program.
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