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HomeMy WebLinkAboutZurich Citizens News, 1980-10-16, Page 20Paige 8 Citizens News October 23, 1980 • Lioness club will hold H�IIow..n ,potty Candidates split on public w At the ratepayers meeting on Monday evening at the Municipal Building, the thirty persons in attendance learned that five villagers are seeking the four council seats. Tossing their hat into the ring were John Chapman, David W. Johnston, Gwen Pemberton, Barb Sturgeon and Reg Hayfield by Bud Sturgeon Wilson. The Reeves chain will not be tested at the polls and George " Fellows will assume the position by ac- clamation. Retiring Reeve Frank McFadden opened the meeting by addressing the crowd with a short speech, stating that Bayfield had been kind to him in many ways, and his long tenure in the village's political spotlight had been both unique and rewarding. Mr. McFadden also noted that during his terms on Council and as Reeve, he had seen many important changes take place; the building of the arena, the senior citizens housing project, the village survey, the `relief stations' at the South Shore Marina, the garbage collection, the `committee of adjustment' which is unique to Bayfield as far as other Huron County towns and villages are concerned, the Library (which now has the largest circulation of any village in the county -and larger than some of the towns) and an 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 t 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 improved but more ex- pensive Fire Department, to name a few. As a closing remark he mentioned that when Bayfield was rein- corporated, . a Stanley Township official had said,"...we would not be able to manage our own affiars and soon would be back under the guidance of the township...", but now some 16 years later, we seem to be doing alright. A short speech was then heard from the five prospective council mem- bers and incoming. Reeve. Gwen Pemberton stated that she had first joined council with "great fear and intrepidation" but now feels more confortable with proceedings. After her 46 years in and around Bayfield, if she had an election slogan it would be, "Keep Bayfield Beautiful". If elected • she will strive to maintain the village the way it is. Reg Wilson, who first came to Bayfield in 1934, and has visited or lived here ever since, stated that he finds council very interesting. He noted that council has solved a few problems, there are still a few problems and probably still more to come. John Chapman wishes to "take care of the village's concerns in a business -like manner" if elected. He went on to say that quantity should not be confused with quality- in terms of dollars, and that some foresight should be used in regards to avoiding future problems in the village. David Johnston noted that 1111 OPE although, "he is just a baby in Bayfield only moving here five years ago, he came here because he wanted to." Preserving the village is a major concern and he will work with the council to preserve in the manner requested (by the .villagers) if elected. Barb Sturgeon considered her nomination very seriously before throwing her hat in the ring. She stated that being on council would be a great challenge and she has a list of goals to accomplish if elected. "Young ideas mixed with a balance of experience would make a good council", was her closing remark. Reeve to be George Fellows also had his turn on the floor and stated that it will be a privilege to act as Reeve for the next two years. Bayfield is a very desirable place to live in respect to its heritage, budget balancing, old buildings and businesses. We should preserve the desirable parts of the village and work together to ensure that nothing dramatic happens to spoil It. We should take a good look at our by-laws and live within them. There was only one question from the floor directed to the candidates. The question asked was "for an opinion on public washrooms being built on Main Street". It was an- swered as follows; Gwen Pemberton stated that she has been "con- sistently". for public washrooms in the village. Reg Wilson said yes and no, he would like to see them first, where they were to be built, the cost and the cost of • maintenance. Dave Johnston stated that he didn't make "snap" decisions and although not opposed he would want a lot of questions answered first. John"Chapman stated that he didn't think they were' warranted unless the business people pay for the land, erect them and maintain them at their own expense. He could not see them being beneficial to the village in the long run. Barb Stugeon stated that if there was a "proven" need for public washrooms, it would be possible, but noted that when she visits another town's business sections she doesn't expect them to be found within arm's reach. A lot of questions would have to be answered first. George Fellows stated that if the business people are .interested they should "get together" and make a recommendation to the new council with regards to "where, the numbers and policing with respect to vandalism". Round and about the village Judge John and Mrs. McCart, Sarnia, Mrs. Joan • Floyd,- Beach of Pines , Grand Bend were the weekend guests of Mr. and Mrs. Joe Beechie of London at their cottage in Bayfield. Robert Barnes, London, was the weekend guest of his sister Katherine McLeod, and brother-in-law Donald R. McLeod. Rob Irwin, Chris Scott and Al Dutton, all of London were the weekend guests of the formers mother, Milbena 1111 1111 Erickson, and . sisters Luanne and Lydia. They also visited with Walter Erickson and brother Andrew, and all were entrants in the "Trout Derby". Mr. and Mrs. Ron Diemert and Karen, St. Marys, spent the weekend with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Flolfd, Diemert and brothers Rick and Wayne. Mr. _Norman Diemert, - Wellesley, a brother of Floyd's, also visited on Saturday. Mr. and Mrs. Dave. Overboe, Teresa and Scott, Londesboro, visited during the weekend with her parents Mr. and Mrs. Donald McLeod. Holloween party Bayfield Lion Ross Merrill has asked us to remind all the village "Trick and Treaters" of the annual Hallowe'en Masquerade Party at 7 p.m., October 31, 'at the Town Hall. It -is sponsored by the Lions Club and there are prizes for costumes and - treats as usual. Come on out and have a good time. Round and about The Bluewater Shrine Club entertained their wives with a -party and dance at the Paul Bunyan Camp Pavilion last, Saturday evening. On Sunday afternoon, a very enjoyable surprise party was held at the home of Reverend Msgr. W. Bourdeau, to celebrate his 79th birthday. Present were the Beechies, Joe, his wife Mary Lou and their child Mary Clair; - the Lauden- bachs, Joe and Marg, his wife and the Tillmans, Bill, his wife Anne and eight of their children. Mr, and Mrs. .Robert H. WinKlebank, London, were visiting at their cottage in the village one day last week, along with some of their family. The Windebank Fwnily have bgen summer residents here for about 45 years. Did you know that moles can get sick? Wee gremlins have passed 'en the news that our own, the Bayfield Moleman, is down and out and crabby as heck. Aside from the big run of salmon in the river, local commerical fisherman have also run into a bonanza of late as they are recording go&I catches of perch. Mr. and Mrs. Jim Han- nebury, and son Dan, St. Marys, were in the village on the weekend, visiting with friends and eyeing up the fishing. Mr. and Mrs. Matt Smith and family, London, inhabited their Bayfield hideaway over the weekend. Mrs. Ethel Knight returned to the village after spending a few days in Toronto last week. Mr. Ronald "Leaf" Knight, Toronto, was the weekend guest of his mother, Mrs. Ethel Knight, at her residence. Mr. Iry Pease, London, was at his Bayfield residence over the weekend. Euchre club meets The Bayfield Euchre Club met on Wednesday evening, and nine ttlbleswere in ac- tion. 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