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HomeMy WebLinkAboutClinton News-Record, 1987-04-08, Page 10Page 10—CLINTON NEWS -RECORD, WEDNESDAY, APRIL 8, 1987 l3ayfield Bugi. More input sought on BIA proposal BAYFIELD - Council members here want cerns regarding the area in which the pro - all the facts on the table before they give posed BIA would be established. The steer - their final okay to proceed with the establishment of a Business Improvement Association (BIA) in the village. Last month council members gave their approval in principle to the concept which would see the formation of a BIA, when the proposers met with the village council. However, with questions still to be Charles Machen, spokesman for the BIA answered, council members recently met group said it was not their intention to ex - with Sharon Sawchuck, a consultant with elude any businesses. He suggested that the Ministry of Municipal Affairs. Clan Gregor Square and residential sections She was asked to clarify cnnnril'c ' nn- of the village created a physical barrier bet- ing committee of business people who have been working on the BIA proposal have sug- gested that the association be formed to represent Main Street businesses. Council members voiced some concerns that by do- ing this, only one half of the village's business population would be represented. Garden club members By Helen Owen BAYFIELD - The next meeting of the Bayfield Garden Club will be held on April 13 at 8 p.m. in the municipal building, and on this occasion the speaker will be Ted Vanderwouden whose subject will be Grow- ing Berries from A -Z. Five members of the club represented Bayfield at the District 8 meeting of the On- tario Horticultural Society on April 4, which was held in Seaforth whose club hosted the occasion. Total attendance of enthusiastic gardeners was noted as 170 drawn from 23 clubs. Chris Rust was the speaker in the morning and provided his listeners with interesting information on the use of raised beds with particular reference to organic gardening and the benefits to be derived from this type of horticulture. The next speaker was Tom Lemon who is engaged on a project for the Local Architec- tural Conservation Advisory Committee with particular reference to Seaforth's Main Street. The other speaker in the afternoon was Ron Hills, a nurseryman. His presentation included slides which offered excellent St. Andrew's United Church Hwy. 21 Bayfield 565-2854 Rev. John F. Hoekstra, M. Div., Organist: Molly Cox SUNDAY, APRIL 12 H a.m. Worship Service Confirmation of New Members 8 celebration of Holy Communion Sunday School during the service. visual examples of landscaping with an- nuals with particular reference to color co- ordination. The meeting concluded with a presentation of the prize winners in the photography competition. An excellent lunch was served in the British Legion Hall, and the Bayfield representatives were of the opinion that it was one of the best meetings they had ever attended, well organized, in- formative with a friendly atmosphere. Heart and Stroke Foundation Canvass On behalf of the Heart and Stroke Founda- tion, Mrs. Rosemary Crosthwaite would like to thank all those who gave so generously this year. Something a little extra was requested and Bayfield residents responded, the total donations amounting to $1367. Thanks also to the collectors without whom such an ex- cellent result would not have been achieved. Pre -School Outing Some 30 children from Bayfield's Pre - School group spent an exciting morning on April 2, when they went on a tour..,of the Bayfield Fire Hall. It was a hand's on ex- perience as they actually got to sit on the fire engine, and some even got a ride back BEST RATE AEINVESTMENTS FINANCIAL CENTRE, GODERICH 524-2773 1.800-265.5503 ween business areas. Reeve David Johnston asked Ms. Sawchuck if a BIA could be established in a defined area, could the defined area skip over houses to the next business (from the Main Street businesses to the Highway 21 plaza) and, could there be more than one BIA in a village such as Bayfield. Ms. Sawchuck suggested that while it could be possible to establish more than one BIA in Bayfield, she said it would not be a practical concept from an administration or an organizational standpoint. She suggested that there had been a misunderstandini, between herself and the BIA steering committee when they had discussed boundaries. Ms. Sawchuck went .on to suggest that a public meeting should be held to explain the function, the funding of the BIA and that the entire business community in Bayfield be urged to attend. It was suggested that this could help to avoid further misunderstan- dings and potential hard feelings. It was decided that a meeting would be called at a convenient time to council, the ministry and the BIA steering committee to further discuss the BIA formation in Bayfield. attend district meeting for your spring and summer building projects -- call us for our COMMERCIAL TRENCHER We can now do •FARM DRAINING SYSTEMS •COTTAGE OR HOME DRAINAGE SYSTEMS •HYDRO SERVICE TRENCHING Our trencher features — 4 Wheel Drive High Ground Clearance with lots of off-road capabilities CALL US FOR YOUR NEXT TRENCHING JOB Chapman's Excavating HIGHWAY 21 SOUTH, BAYFIELD on it. They also had an opportunity to see how some of the equipment works with the added thrill of the siren going off, just for their benefit. Minor Hockey Party Bayfield's three minor hockey teams ( ages ranging from five to 12) celebrated the end of the season with a party in the community centre. Some 70 children attend- ed and enjoyed pizza, doughnuts and hot chocolate. The lively music was much ap- preciated as demonstrated by the dancing which ensured. Although the season has not been a par- ticularly good one for the teams, they have shown determination and enthusiasm so it would seem that the potential is there for next season. Special thanks are due to the coaches as well as to Jennifer Scott who has acted as time -keeper, Harry McDonald for the pizza, the team sponsors and the parents who support the team and helped to make the party such a great success. 4-H News Bayfield 4-H Club combined their fifth and sixth meetings which were held at the home of Mrs. de Jong on March 30. Subject for the fifth meeting was housework and the different steps which might be used to make it easier. Also includ- ed were items on dishwashing, bedmaking, vacuuming, and safety in the kitchen. The theme of the sixth meeting was travelling, and it was pointed out at this meeting the different types of transportation that was available, and the expenses related to each. Local Government Week This year Local Government Week is be- ing celebrated between April 13-17, and the theme is It's Right Where You Are. Bernard Grandmaitre, Minister of Municipal Af- fairs, describes the purpose as being a means of reminding everyone that Local Government has a powerful and direct in- BOB SWARTMAN GIVES STUDENTS A BREAK BOB Rent your tuxedo For only $4995 Bob knows how Importent money 1s when you're a student. That's why he Is renting tuxedos for the upcoming °DCI Formal for` only 549.95 (1139.95 for tolls). Choose from an excellent selection now. T rim's s oppe Main St. Exeter Suncoast Mall 235-0991 Goderich 524-4932 fluence on the quality of the community. In Bayfield, local government certainly is right where you are for those elected to serve the community are not faceless in- dividuals - they are the people you meet at church, in the store, at the post office. Com- ment and criticism may be offered on a one to one basis, unlike a large city where con- tact is often filtered through a series of subordinates. There are other differences too, since the resources, equipment, facilities, personnel and professional exper- tize available to more populous areas are proportionately reduced. Nevertheless, for many years past members of Bayfield families have undertaken, and continue to undertake the responsibilities of elected of- fice. It is not easy, it is not confined to a cou- ple of monthly meetings. It demands a great deal of additional time, and sometimes a measure of censure. That is something which goes with the territory since it would be impossible to satisfy everyone. But on the other hand, public awareness and concern is important as well as being a public responsibility. Local government, even in a little village like Bayfield, is democratic. All meetings are open to the public, thus offering oppor- tunities for everyone to acquaint themselves with the procedures and decision making, as well as express opinions or make presentations. In many ways Bayfield is a unique com- munity, and the adminstration and organization is a challenge accepted by its council and committees, many of which are made up of volunteers. Much of the work which it undertakes for the benefit of the cdmmunity is limited by the complex legislation laid down by the provincial and federal statute - yet within this framework it should never be doubted that there is always a sincere intent to serve the majority -'right where you are'. A LETTER FROM DORIS Travellers make their way back home to Bayfield By Doris Hunter BAYFIELD - Was it Indian spring or is this Indian winter we've been having, to welcome home more of our villagers from their sojourns in summier climes? The Seamans arrived this week, looking very fit, Harold, no doubt, all set to exercise his presidential duties with the Ratepayers Association. Ernie and Dorothy Hovey and Jack and Bev Pounder are good to see once more at home. Gray days reflect the somber feelings of our town as we have no less than six of our families saddened by the death of a dear one. Rob Lyons' grandfather died, and Mellisa Kurtz' brother Paul Mulligan lost his wife, James Brown Higgens was buried and Jack McKenzie is the latest to go. Most of us are well acquainted with grief, crying in the night and needing courage to put on a smile for the day. so our sympathy is heartfelt. Margaret Fawcett very kindly loaned me one of her fascinating scrap books. It has Th been well read and is in very frail condition. but the record is there. I found it interesting to read about the building of our first -.built in a day house. Bill and Jean Clarke livin it now. It is much changed as like so many of our buildings as each owner has felt the need for additions. The Clarkes are even now about to add another room to the house. It was erected as a demonstration of the efficiency of steel re -enforced concrete slabs, easily assembled and insulated in one day. They certainly had an audience as peo- ple gathered all day to marvel at it. Not much like the house that Jack built, which had to have so many credits to its building. Forty years later it is no longer a wonder. Harvey Godbolt has just had one built in his subdivision, granted it took two days to assemble, but Harvey is very pleased with the results. Surely, Bayfield is the only town which has a Frances, seated in a section of the Turn to page 11 Winner! During the April 2 meeting of the Bayfield Local Architectural Conservation Advisory Committee Dwayne Siertsema (left) and John Burton received certificates and che- ques for winning LACAC's heritage essay contest which was held as part of the village's Heritage Day celebrations. LACAC President Charles Rogers made the presen- tation. ( David Emslie photo) Essay contest • winners announced By Helen Owen BAYFIELD - Before settling down to the regular business of their committee on April 2, Chairman Charles Rogers made presen- tations to the prize winners of the essay competition. This had been sponsored by LACAC as part of the Heritage Day celebrations. First prize went to John Burton who received a certificate and a cheque for $20, and second prize, a certificate and cheque for $10 to Dwayne Siertsema. Senior Citizen Inquiry This week, residents of Bayfield will have received a letter regarding programs for seniors. This is the initial part of the project as without public input the setting up of pro- grams on a practical basis is difficult to implement. Although certain specific areas have been identified there may be others of concern, and if so. it is hoped that these will be brought forward so that they can be in- tegrated into an overall plan. < Bayfield is a small and friendly communi- ty and, so far. has managed without seeking anything of this nature, but some areas do present difficulties and it is hoped to co- ordinate these in a long-term plan which stresses independence and yet offers support. The letter is addressed to everyone whether they are directly or indirectly in- volved. and it will be very much appreciated if the replies with suggestions are dropped off at the library. or the municipal office. The sooner the information is available. the sooner it should be possible to take action. Library Contest Bayfield Library is inviting children bet- ween the ages of six and 14 to design a book mark to celebrate National Book Week. There will be prizes for the winners and entries should be received at the library no later than April 26. NEW FOR SPRING '87 we've purchase a new HEAVY-DUTY ROTARY TILLER CONGRATULATIONS to Doreen Nogalo of R.R. 1 Clinton, winner of Ellison Travel's Travel Show Draw of a trip to Las Vegas. John Anderson, manager of Ellison's Clinton office, presents the voucher to Doreen. Thanks from the entire Ellison Travel staff to the many people who attended our Huron County Travel Show last Thursday, April 2. 7 Ontario St. CLINTON EUISON raada s nouas 48z.571, Ideal For — LANDSC APING. Perfect for after -construction. •ROTO -TILLING LARGER GARDENS. Quickly and efficiently. Call us to book your time CHAPMAN'S EXCAVATING Hwy. 21 South, BAYFIELD 565-2563