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Home My WebLink AboutTimes-Advocate, 1996-04-03, Page 29Times- Advocate, April 3, 1996 Page 29 Tough decisions to be made as government cuts funding MIDDLESEX COUNTY - The Middlesex County Board of Educa- tion is not unlike any other board in Ontario. It is the board's under- RF/MAZC` LANDMARK REALTY INC. 215 Piccadilly St. Suite 207 London, Ont. NGA 1S2 JUST LISTED CREDITON - 1 floor brick ranch, 3 bedrooms, gas, wa- ter, cable, very nice. Price $79,900. Why rent? Fenced yard. HENSALL - 2 storey home done to the nine's, complete- ly maintenance free plus in- come from top floor to help with mortgage. ST. MARYS - 2 brand new semi's, done to the nine's. $127,500. Open house eve- ry Sunday, 24 p.m. NEW LISTINGS LUCAN - Bungalow, 2 sto- ries, backsplits. Price range from 90s to 150s. Call for copy of inventory 12 x 45' PARK MODEL - 1 bedroom with a den and tip out. Brand new. This is a Cadillac at ' a good price. LUCAN - older 2 storey 3 bedroom home. Price in 90s. LUCAN - 1 year old 4 level back split, fireplace. JUST LISTED PARKHILL - 50 acre hobby farm, 2 storey home, pool, fireplace, shop. PINERY SOUTH - One floor ranch on large lot - 119,900. HIBBERT TWSP. - 300 acres of cash crop land. Close to Exeter-Hensall. tiled. Newer implement shed on one prop- erty. GRAND BEND - 52 Green Cres. 2 bedroom cottage. 1/2 ACRE HOBBY FARM •. 2 miles from Exeter on paved road. New price. CREDITON - 5 year old, 1 floor ranch on large lot. Fire- place, whirlpool tub. Vicroy home. Price $118,500. CLANDEBOYE - large 4 level back split on nice country lot. Price $160s. UST LISTED - AQTS, LOTS OTS : r t one,:! large lot 09,x250' ready to go. Low rfe - gas, cable, water, no �FISALL EAST 2 MILES - The nicest ranch on a much sought after country lot. Low price. Member of Re/Max 100% Club Ron O'Brien Sales Rep. 439-1400 anytime or 234-6281 Residence standing at this time that education will be required to cope with $231 million in reduced provincial fund- ing for education in 1996. Boards will he expected, in 1997, to absorb an additional $4(X) million reduc- tion kdlowed, in 1998, by another $200 million cut. The effect of the province's decision to defer $169 million in capital construction to future years may also impact on the magnitude of reductions in 1997 and 1998, \Vith the 1996 grant information the administration has received to date, it would appear that the board will receive approximately $3 mil - Culprits, gain entrance to residence thro h win ow HENSALL - Exeter OPP report a residence at 69 Richmond St. South was broken into on Thursday. Entry was gained by prying up a window but nothing was reported stolen. OR SAL Country living, 4 bedroom, brick home and shed on 100 acres - 93 workable. Located on Sunshine Rd., Lot 17, Conc. 10, Usbome Twp. $269,000. MLS #16-0458R. Call Marianne DeBrabardere, Sales Representative 229-6331 or 284-2381 Iittit less in provincial funding that it received in 1995. Further reduc- tions for 1997 are estimated at $4.7 million. To cope with the magni- tude of these cuts the board will he faced with making some very tough decisions that will affect the deliv- ery of education in Middlesex County. To datethe board has agreed to take the following actions: •'transfer all renovation projects. to the Capital Budget • delete all nob -program furniture and equipment budgets • transfer rooting projects to the Capital budget Tools stolen in Lucan break and enter LUCAN - Lucan OPP report a break, enter and theft occurred last Tuesday on William Street. Stolen' property includes a chain- saw, camera and skillsayv. Charges laid after hash oil discovered EXETER - After a suspicious vehicle was checked by police on Sunday, Exeter OPP reported the occupants were found in possession of a substantial amount of hash oil. Charges were laid under the Nar- cotic Control Act. In an unrelated incident on the same day, police charged a driver after checking a vehicle and ob- taining a radar detector. 1771717t311171agLIOCIMMIONUI 1' Wig1a 74 =1.14114•11711g114LICIL1t7W7LIMIQUILIM7L141pUL141U • eliminate the school awards for student vandalism control • eliminate all Program Renewal budgets except for Technological Studies • deliver Core French - Grade 4/5 splits as one class effective Septem- ber 1996. These actions have already result- ed in a reduction in the 1996 expen- diture budget of $905,974 which has been reelected in the sixth draft of the 1996 hu(lbet. Assessment growth in Middlesex County (1.38 per cent) will gener- ate an additional $171,$78 in reve- nue in 1996. . • The Board is presently consider- ing a number of actions which would assist the tpard in reducing its 1996 expenditures by $I.6R mil- lion and reduce future year require- ments. Since . this is a formidable task the board is considering the following options: • use of all or a portion of an). surplus from 1995 • use of reserves • negotiations with its employee groups for concessions • raising taxes • reductions in program • reduction in staff complement • a combination of one or more of the above. When someone you know has cancer... You can help The Canadian Cancer Sociep and the parent of a child with cancer have prepared the fol- lowing guide for those who care. How can 1 help? Someonryou know - a friend, a neighbour, a relative - has cancer. You can see how the illness affects the whole family. They are emotionally distressed and may- feel isolated. They may have concerns about wort and finances. You want to help but are not sure how. So you say, "Let me know if 1 can help" or "Tell me if there is anything 1 can do". But often the person or the fam- ily can't tell you. It's difficult for them to ask for the help they need. When you want to help... You can do many useful and thoughtful things with • - out being asited. For example: Keep in touch Send regular cards or letters - even if you live next door - and visit whenever you can. Many people with cancer find they have lots of visitors when first diagnosed, when - they are in hospital or undergoing chemotherapy or radiation. But cancer treatment can go on for a long time. People with cancr appreciate you keeping in touch,Jhrough good and bad times. Learn to listen Sometimes visitors feel they have to entertain the person or they may talk a lot to cover their own feelings. Sometimes just being there is helpful without saying anything. if the person wants to talk, listen to what is being said. Help the person stay healthy Many people with cancer aren't able to eat as -much as theyld or get the exercise they to stay healthy, Drop by .aeound- mealtime and encourage the person to eat properly.' Or offer to go for a walk with the person. G.K. Realty and Insurance Inc 284 Main St. Exeter Ontario (519) 235-2420 "Offices located in Exeter, Grand Bend, Bayfield & Clinton" 4 BEDROOM 892,000 - completely. renovated, windows, doors, electrical panel, gas fumace and water heater. Plus 2 full bathrooms, laundry and master bedroom on main floor, Targe open kitchen, front dining and living room, call Gary 236-7222 or toll free pager 1-416.552.8692. Exeter Sales Representatives Dwayne Tinney 235-3889 Bill GIIfillan 235-0118 Bill Fuss 236-7155 Murray Keys 235-2898 Gary Deichert 236-7222 Pick up your "FREE" copy of the NEW G.K. REALTY flyer, coverin, the South Huron area. WE'VE MOVED 109 MAIN ST. NEW ADDRESS iS: EXETER EXETER - Walk downtown - attractive brick 3-4 bedroom, central air, fully flnfshed basement. huge lot. Call for appointment. 134,1100 - is Immaculate 4 bedroom brick, totally renovated and only one block from downtown, Is now easier than .ever to own. Cell I \I t 44h OREAT FAMILY HOME, 3 bedrooms, 2-1/2 bath, flnished basement and. Targe lot. A pleasure to show. Cali for appointment. Or* 5145,500. No MORE UNEMPL.OYMENT - Own your own lucrative business. Completely stocked and operating, excellent returns, owner has other interests. Call far details. EXETER - Executive 4 bedroom 2 Morey double garage, 100x300. EXETER • Quaint 2-3 bedroom bungalow, Main floor family room, front pored 8125,900. EXETER - Main St. Commercial, also vacant lots, call with your nes ds HENSAIL - 12 unit apt. building, excellent ftturnt, priced to sell • ZURICH - Raised ranch, 2000 sq. fL on 2 levels, -priced reduced to.l 114,900. ZURICH 524,900 - block Wilding suitable for marry uses on 184 Hwy. EXETER • Nice beginner, three bedroom brick semi 569,900. EXETER • Good Income, brick duplex, close to downtown 8119,900. EXETER • Great location - four be koorft side split, ktground pool 8139,900 EXETn • Very **dal • 7 yrs. old, great retirement home 8179,900 EXETER - Just Listed - Renovated brick home - nice condition 8122.500 EXETER - Lots - Excellent building lots Snider SubdMNsion starting at 543,000 ZURICH Victorian beauty - Immaculate 5 yr. old home 2000 sq: R. finished 8149.000 . DAS11W000 - Bungalow on 1.25 acres • &apiece, MI basement 6115,900 DASHW000 - House, large shop, hoist and compretrsor..60 acre $i39,900 EXETER - 3 bedroom, totally renovated, 1-1/2 storey 889.900 EXETER - Executive ranch - over 3000 sq. ft. finished 8189.900 E XETER • duplex - good comer lot 8109,900 NORWOOD VILLAIN - 3 bedroom, family room 882,000 E XETER - Huge industrial lot, frame 1-1/2 storey 885,900 EXETER - 55 Devon, 3 bedroom brick ranch, nice y landscaped, central ale $146,500 EXETER - nearing completion - 3 bed bock, AAI basement, axbe$irtt alae, 8164,400, Incl. GST. 109 MAIN ST. EXETER 238.3948 24 Hour Service Organize an outing Take the person with cancer, the children, siblings or parents out. It doesn't have to be fancy. Just a trip to the park, the zoo or a movie can be a treat and gives the family a break. Prepares mel Drop by occasionally with a meal, a homemade pie or some soup. Include instructions on how to prepare or serve it. This gesture saves the family time and effort, and shows you care. Put the food in a disposable container so no one has to worry about get- ting it back to you. such as videos, hooded sweaters or sweatshirts, scarves, hats, extra pillows, bed rest supports, food baskets and gift certificates for movies, restaurant; and long-distance phone calls. If it is *child who has cancer, remem- ber small gifts for other children in the fanuly. . Ask when, not what It's hard for families to tell you what to do or to ask for help. In- stead, you ask: "When would you like me to do the grocery shopping?", "What day should I come and take the kids out?" and "What time is your appoint- ment?" Or Drive the person to the doctor One of the most difficult things for some families is arranging transportation to and from doctors' appointments and cancer treatments. Offer to drive and stay with the person through the appointment. Some cancer treatments can be hard on people, to they appreciate - having someone who cares stay with them and take them home. Give useful gifts People with cancer and their families often appreciate gifts be orga- nized enough to know what the person needs and what you are able to do. If you make an offer, follow through and do it Even better, do it more than once:Be reliable. Be regular. Stay positive Anyone dealing With a serious. illness needs. hope and•encour- agement. That's where you can help the most! The more you know, the more you can help... Find out more about cancer Go to the library, contact the Canadian Cancer Society or call the Cancer Information Service" (1-800.263.6750) and find out more about the kind of cancer the person has. Then you will understand what the family is going through and be able to lis, ten and talk knowledgeably . about the illness: You may even find books about cancer or can- cer survivors to share with the person. Find out more about services in the community Check with your nearest •Canadian Cancer Society office and other local support groups. If you find programs that the person or family might be inter- ested in, encourage them to use these services. Make some phone calls for them. Go with them to a group meeting. When not to help... • People with cancer and their families need the support of friends and relatives. They need people around them who are positive and hope- ful. But they also need time alone. Be sensitive. Give the family enough time and space. Accept that everyone who is touched by cancer may occasional- ly feel anxious, uncertain. sad, angry or cranky. if your offer of help is turned down, the person or family may be managing well and have enough help. Just keep in touch and let them know you are available if they need something. You can do a lot to hclp. Studies have shown people who_ have caring friends live longer and cope better with a serious illness than people who are alone. April is Cancer Month. When a Canadian Cancer Societe vol- unteer knocks on your door. please give generously. Your donations will go to support cancer research, services for cancer patients and health pro- motion programs on prevention, early detection and Ireatrnett of cancer. ' With your help, cancer c.::, - and must - be beaten! • - PRI til \ 1 1 1) \'- ,\ 1'LIB1-IC SFR\ ICI til 1 111 1 1 \11 - - \I)\ t )( \ i I - ► • • ► ► AAAl\i1.A.^A RF/MAX' Blucwater Realty Inc. Office 7 396 MAIN ST., EXETER, ONT. Res. 235-1304 Marlene Parsons Sales Rep. Member of RE/MAX 100% CLUB ON THIS 2 STOREY BRICK HOME in good neighborhood, rear deck off dump room, double garage and lower level Tamiy room. LOCATION MAY BE THE MOST IMPORTANT DECISION WHEN BUYING A HOME Near schools, ommunity centre and playground. Excellent family tome featuring main ndsaped fireplace, nicely REAR TARO THAT APPEARS TO GO FOREVER - 5 bedroom fam4f home, 2 baths, hi-eff. gas heat, attadled garage. of this Charming one owner raised ranch. With 3 bedrooms, attached, garage 1 and full basement. $139,900. CONVENIENT TO EVERYTHING - Close to shops, doctors, offices, schools -- this 2 storey brick beauty is loaded with charm, 3139,900. SMALL VILLAGE - 3 bedroom brick bungalow, fenced yard, perfect for starter or retirees. $79,900. • .. • FOR COUNTRY HANDYMAN - Great potential here, 1 acre lot, 4 bedrooms, large kitchen and main floor laundry. $95,000. ENJOY RETIREMENT LIVING IN RIVERVIEW ESTATES - Nicely decorated, easy maintenance and sunroome. Priced at $79,900 and $89,900. - i