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HomeMy WebLinkAboutTimes Advocate, 1993-02-10, Page 2Page 2 Times -Advocate, Minh* 10,11103 eglona wrap up k; Farmers appeal for government attention LUCKNOW - A tractor block- ade last Monday morning stopped traffic in all directions at the intersection of highways 86 and 21 near Amberly. At 7:30 a.m., as many as 40 farmers, members of A Line in the Dirt, began a day -long dem- onstration protesting the lack of response they had received for the rally held last Thursday eve- ning. According to the Lucknow Sentinel, the purpose of the truck blockade was to .bring attw.ntion to the problems faced by farmers today and to put pressure on pol- iticians. A Line in the Dirt spokesper- son, Paul Frayne, said that the members wanted -40 -rally to be successful. "Today, we .lune stressing the main reasons for the rally. The problems associated with 1992 and the problems of the present and the future are all tied up in a lack of long-term programs or national farm agendas," Frayne explained, adding that the point of the rally was not to look for answers, but rather to make voice common concerns. Ban on smoking rescinded BLYTH - Strong opposition to the decision to ban smoking in the Blyth arena led to a rescis- sion last Monday evening. According to the North Huron Citizen, the, d District 'Communi d decid- ed in January a smok- ing ban in the Blyth arenategin- ning April 1. This decision was not popular with at least two vil- lage organizations Dave Pattison of the Blyth Broomball League was emphat- ically against the decision for monetary reasons. He believes that some people will not bother going to dances if they are held at a non-smoking hall. The Blyth Lions group also expressed its displeasure with the board's initial decision. First vice-president and member of the Blyth Arena Board, John Stewart said that the Lions were concerned about the future of their Tuesday night bingo. Due to the inception of weekly bingo in Wingham, the Lions have faced a drastic reduction in their turnout and feared that the non- smoking rule would, drive more away. It was a close vote at last Monday's meeting, but those in favour of a smoking arenaavon. t In a press release. the board said that they would be calling a meeting with other community centres in Huron County to re- search and discuss,smoking poli- cies. H igh-speed chase end to St. Columban MITCHELL. - The Mitchell police were called to assist in a high-speed chase along High- way 8 last Friday afternoon. According to the Mitchell Ad- vocate, a Steven Kelly of Toron- to was chased by both the Mitchell police and Sebringville OPP after he purposely drove on the wrong side of the road. When oncoming vehicles slowed and swerved, he pulled back into the right lane. Constable Harold Roser assist- ed and eventually managed to help stop the vehicle in SL Co - lumbar' after getting ahead .oP Kelly. Chief Chnek Zehr report- ed that a minor collision Wok place ith minimal damage to the rear bumper. Charges were laid. ogle enteilng Klrkton Woodham Winter Carnival Snow Queen contest Julie Froud, 16 of St. Marys sponsored by Ulch Trailer Sales Erin Richardson, 16 of RRI Kirkton sponsored by Kirkton Market Pauline Brandt, 14 of Kirkton sponsored by Doug's Automotive Service Cathy Fox, 19 of Granton sponsored by Blanshard Telephone Company Faith Wallis, 15 of RRl Kirkton sponsored by K -W Optimist Club Jackie Ehgoetz,14 of Sebringville sponsored by Shear De- sign Hair Styling Angela Luckhart, 13 of Sebringville sponsored by Luckhart Transport ' Roseanne Niewkwyk 15, of Sebringville sponsored by Stephen's Antenna Service Winter fun in Kirkton KIRKTON - The annual ICirkton-Woodham Win- ter Camival kicks off this Saturday with family en- tertainment, a sno-pitch tournament, and cross coun- try ski races. Everything starts at the Kirkton-Woodham Com- munity Centre, and while teams for the sno-pitch have already paid their entry fees to join the sched- ule, the cross-country ski races are open to the pub- lic and registration begins at 12 noon. Saturday evening, a dance at the Kirkton Wood- ham Community Centre will feature the annual crowning of the Snow Queen, for which ale there are eight competitors this year. On Sunday, a combined church service will be held at 9:30 am. followed by three poker rallies starting at 11 am. Not only will there be a snowmobile poker rally, but also rallies for cars, and cross country aiders. Horse drawn sleigh rides will be provided for those not so competitively inclined. A pancake and sausage dinner will also be availa- ble Sunday between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. • All proceeds from the weekends events will go to- ward the support of the Kirkton Woodham Scouts and Guides and other youth activities. The first Kirkton Woodham Winter Carnival was held in 1970. Council surprised Lucan pay's up for water, Po controe ready for sighing EXETER - The Exeter a is r= vices board are a few • digs airway from settling a contract with the town police association, providing a wage increase for the police offi- cers. Police board chairman John Ste- phens said if all goes well the final contract should be ratified by early next week. He said the contract in- cludes a two percent wage increase retroactive to January 1, and a sec- oed increase to take effect on July 1. "They are fairly close to what we had hoped for," said Stephens. "We've had no difficulties with the association, -whatsoever." With the police contract settled, the board moves closer to determin- ing its overall budget for 1993. A second contract with the police chief is still under negotiation. NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING To determine the need for revisions to the Township of Hibbert Official Plan. 1 TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the Corporation of the Town- ship of Hibbert will hold a public meeting on March 15, 1993 at 8:15 p.m, at the Township Hall in Staffa to consider sugges- tions for revisions to the Township of Hibbert Official Plan. The public meeting is being held In accordance with the provi- sions of Section 26 of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990 which re- quire that municipalities provide the public with an opportunity to comment on the need for revisions to its Official Plan. In ac- cordance with these requirements, Hibbert Council is holding a special meeting of Council for the purpose of providing per- sons and/or agencies with an opportunity to make their thoughts conceming suggested changes to the Official Plan known to Council. Any person may attend the public meeting and/or make writ- ten or verbal submissions outlining comments or suggestions. The Township's existing Official Plan was adopted in June 1985; received partial approval from the Ministry of Municipal Affairs on December 3, 1985; and received final approval from the Ministry of Municipal Affairs on February 8, 1989. The 1985 Official Plan applied solely to the Township of Hibbert, while up until that point, the joint Official Plan for the Mitchell and District Planning Area Veas in effect. The current Official Plan and amendments thereto are available for inspection at the Hibbert Township Office, during office hours. DATED AT THE TOWNSHIP OF HIBBERT THIS 10TH DAY OF FEBRUARY, 1993. Pat Taylor Clerk Township of Hibbert Dublin, Ontario NOK CEO Telephone: 519-345-2931 LUCAN -The amount of money the village of Lucan expected to be debenturing for the new Lake Hu- ron water supply system has been decreased considerably. Clerk Ron Reymer told council- lors last Tuesday night that 73 per- cent of the property owners had made their prepayments by the deadline of January 29. Reymer said this will mean that debentures will be -purchased for only 5187,600 and those owners not paying previously will be pay- ing through debentures for the next 10 years. After considerable discussion council agreed to allow any others to pay the same prepayment until. the debentures are actually issued, but with a penalty of two percent per month to be [air to those who paid on time. At the same meeting a bylaw was passed adjusting the rates for water and sewer services within the vil- lage of Lucan and for water servic- es supplied to subscribers in a por- tion of the township of Biddulph. All domestic and ter rates for gallon will be charged a flat rate of month plus $2.28 per thousand gal- lons for the first 5,500 gallons; $2.73 per thousand gallons for the next 3,300 gallons and $3.18 per thousand gallons for 8,800 gallons and above. All domestic and canimeruisl wa- ter rates for metric metered users will be charged a flat rate of $ per month plus 50 cents per cubic me- ter for the first 25 cubic meters; 60 cents per cubic meter for the next 15 cubic meters and 50 cents per cubic meter for 41 cubic meters and above. The sewer surcharge for those residences within the village of Lu - can who are connected to the sani- tary sewer system will be increased from 70 percent to 100 percent. The water billing for all rturltipl dwellings with only one water con- nection will be sent to the owner/ landlord /agent for paym The sewer Ireaunent iplant went on-line on December 24 and is now processing all of Lucan's serviced sewage. '[here are still several out- standing components of the project to be completed including land- scaping, final asphalt, interior fin- ishing; etc. so the construction acrd • it will not be completed before spring. The cost per four -inch service is still estimated at $2.500. This amount will probably be billed to be due for payment late in the sec- ond quarter of this year. Again, at users' choice, this amount may be paid up front similar to the system used for water or debentures over 10 years. Council has set the sewer front- age charges for the new sections of sewer from Oak and Beech streets on Duchess Avenue at $23.01 per foot, based on total cost of 512,079.70 and 525 feet of front- age. A 50 foot lot would be charged 51,150.50 and owner of a 60 foot lot would pay $1,380.60. The village has accepted the low tender from Moon Demolition for 575,829.83 for the demolition and decommissioning of the old water tower and wells. The offer from Don Ketch to pur- chase the well site, one well and the building for the purchase price of 54,200 was accepted by council. The village will decommission and cap the second well ,pgd deo** the second building. THE HURON -PERTH COUNTY - ROMAN CATHOLIC SEPARATE SCHOOL BOARD KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION will be held for Junior Kindergarten and Senior Kindergarten ON Friday, February 19, 1993, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., in or- der to register for Kindergarten, children must be four (4) years of age on or before December 31, 1993. Parents are asked to bring the Baptismal Certificate, Birth Certificate and Immunization Record Card of the child you intend to regis- ter. Parents should contact the school in which you intend to register your child for an appointment prior to the registration date to obtain registration information/material that should be completed at home and brought to the registration meeting. The location for Kindergarten classes will be as follows: St. Joseph's School (Kingsbridge) Jim Steftler, Principal RR 3 Goderich 529-7646 St. Colu mban School Don Farwell, Principal •RR 2 Dublin 345-2086 Our Lady of Mount Carmel School Fran Craig, Principal RR 3 Dashwood 237-3337 'St. Joseph's School Edward Cappelli, Principal 169 Beech Street Clinton 482-7035 Precious Blood School Sandy McQuillan, Principal Sanders St. W., Exeter 235-1691 St. Mary's School Jim McDade, Principal 70 Bennett St. E., Goderich 524-9901 St. James School Gary Birmingham, Principal Chalk St., Seatorth 527-0321 St. Boniface School Laurie Krattcheck, Principal Mary Street Zurich 236-4335 Sacred Heart School Jim Steffler, Principal Cornyn Street Wingham 357-1090 St. Mary's School (Hesson) Joe MacDonald, Principal RR 4 Listowel 595-8929 St. Ambrose School Michael Dewan, Principal 181 Louise St. Stratford 271-7544 St. Joseph's School Leo Turner, Principal 363 St. Vincent St., Stratford 471.024 St. Aloysius Sohool Sam Alberico, Principal 228 Avondale Ave. Stratford ,271-3636 Holy Name of Mary School Paul Nickel, Prinicpal 161 Peel Street St. Marys 284-2170 St. Patrick's School, Kinkora Ray Contois, Principal RR 1 Sebringville 393-5580 • Parents who expect that their child will enrol in the optional French Immersion Program in Grade 1, in future years, have the option of enrolment for Junior/Senior Kindergarten at either their local Catholic School or the French Immersion Centre (St. Mary's School, Goderich or St. Aloysius School, Stratford) at which they 090 91 to enrol their child for a French Immersion program. L. Martin J.S. Brown, M.A., Ed. D., Chaiwauton of the mrd Director of Education •