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Home My WebLink AboutClinton News-Record, 1987-12-16, Page 6The renovation of the new tanker for the Clinton Fire Department Standing in front of the refurbished truck are Clinton Mayor John has been completed. The tanker was a former milk truck out of Balfour, Chairman of the Fire Area Board, and Clinton Fire Chief London that meets all standards as a fire department's tanker. Fred Lobb. (David Emslie photo) Public meeting to be held for Clinton and District Retirement Community CLINTON - Maplehill is about to become reality after five years of preparation. Maplehill is a residence for active and in- dependent people who don't want the responsibilities of a large home, who at the same time want privacy and yet easy access to a community of friends and local com- munity services. Maplehill has been organized by a group of people in the Clinton community who recognize the need for affordable, accessi- ble and convenient seniors' housing. They are excited by the response so far, and by the number of people who have accepted the invitation to make their new home in Maplehill. This concept of senior's housing is becom- ing the ideal answer for smaller com- munities in Ontario and has been received with excitement in many other communities. The first element of the Clinton and District Retirement Community is just about ready to begin. It will consist of 12 seniors cluster homes, each with its own garage, and a convenient indoor connection between units and to the future project phases. Future clusters will be built as may be possible on the site. This Thursday, December 17, at 4 at the Christian Reformed Church there will be a public meeting at which the non-profit board from the Clinton area will be giving a presentation and an opportunity to ask ques- tions. Unit plans, financial arrangements, and other aspects will be discussed at that time. The Clinton and District Retirement Com- munity is located in the north end of Clinton, at the intersection of North and Maple Streets. Included in the unit is an electric stove and refrigerator. A common room will be available for residents, as well as for other events. Benefits include: independent hous- ing with freedom from the worries of pro- perty management and maintenance, security of tenure, convenient and comfor- table units, private yard area, private garage, one storey ground level access, a monthly cost and the board does not make a profit. Features include large window areas, a choice of carpet and wall colors, individual thermostats, parking garages with outlets for block heaters, a central vacuum system, space provided for a dishwasher, and sound- proofing between units. The first phase of the Maplehill Communi- ty is being developed using a formula employed by many other seniors housing projects in Ontario, which are oriented to the needs of independent seniors. Persons become participants in the Cluster Homes through the Life Lease Plan. This entitles occupants to live in their own home at a monthly charge which contains no capital cost component. This monthly charge will cover maintenance of the building, municipal taxes, hydro and water. The agreement entitles the senior and spouse to live in the unit for as long as they wish, or are able, to do so. The cost of housing changes, and the Board has designed the agreement to allow the occupant to participate in any change in the value of the unit. House prices in Clinton may rise over the coming years, and as this is reflected in the value of the units in Maplehill, it is likely that a senior who moves out of a unit in future years will receive more than was originally paid. The organizing board which will continue to manage the centre is made up of volunteers from the community and thus there is no profit made. These people have come from this community knowing the need for affordable senior's housing, and they feel they have succeeded. Please plan to attend this important meeting. If you have any thoughts of becom- ing a part of Maplehill then this meeting is where your questions will be answered by the community group. If you are interested but will be unable to attend the meeting, please contact Albert Valkenburg at 482-9601, or 482-9454. Knights of Columbus euchre CLINTON - The results of the euchre par- ty held in St. Joseph's Hall, Clinton, on December 9 saw Lorna Ellis win the ladies' high while Truce Ten Hag Won the low. Omerine Watkins was the ladies' lone hand winner. In the men's division, Walter Pepper had the high hands while Bert Gliddon had the low hands. Bill Jenkins was the lone hand winner. Door prize winner was''Margaret Trevena and lucky chair winner was Ceacelia Edgar. The event was sponsored by the Knights of Columbus. Bain ton 's Old Mill LTD. In downtown Blyth Holiday Hours: Dec. 17 thru 23 9-9 Dec. 24 9-5 3iIi4114 Begin and End your Christmas Shopping at Bainton's Old Mill LTD. 111 .1111 1 Famous for Wool and Leather `Products, Coats, Gloves, Mitts, Blankets, Sheepskins ... and more! Quality, Tradition, Value Dec. 26 12-6 Dec. 27 1-6 523-4740 a Isis eceober 1OS NI sta. su, 21 -Ianua" SUPER VALUE $2 TABLE /metre % IN STOCK off FABRIC Excepting Broadcloth, Lining, Interfacing & Notions J_ 0/0 off Christmas Fabrics and Christmas Notions FABRICS in CLINTON (formerly Mary's Sewing Centre) 17 Victoria Street CLINTON NEWS -RECORD, WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 18, 1987—Page 5 Mrs. Dodds' class wins CLINTON - Mrs. Dodd's class won the fund raiser pizza party. They had a lot of fun. Her class has a new student. His name is Shane Eddy. Shane is diabetic. On December 7 Shane gave a demonstration on what he goes through everyday when he takes his insulin, he also showed them how he takes blood samples. Mrs. Jones and Miss Radley's classes are working very hard on their play, Christmas in a Toy Store so they can put on a good show for everyone attending. Jennifer Straughan, a former CPS graduate has been here for two weeks help- ing Mrs. Hagan with her kindergarten class. She is studying Early Childhood Education in Sarnia at Lambton College. Swedish dodge ball is finished and the new house league has started. For thejunior division, it's Newcombe ball and for the Seniors it's volleyball. This is the list of happenings for December 19-18: on Monday morning students started singing Christmas Carols. On Tuesday they had Red and Green day. Wednesday they judged the decorations on the doors from K-8. On Thursday they are going skating from 1 pm until 3 pm and at 3:30 students are having a dance for Grades 5-8. On Friday they have a movie called The Incredible Journey and get out at 2:35 pm. How they scored at the lawn bowling club CLINTON - On December 10, euchre was held at the lawn bowling club here with Irene Whitmore and Elmer Murray winning the high hands. Mary Dale and Bert Gliddon were the low hand winners and Irma Crich and Joe Whalen were the lone hand winners. The first lucky draw was won by Murray Rolinson while the second draw winner was Jane Whalen. Winning the third draw was E. Murray. The next card party will be held in January. r ATTENTION STANLEY TOWNSHIP RESIDENTS ers Moor our friends and Neighbours The Celebration 88 medals recognize those among us who have contributed to the development of local amateur sport. These medals can be bestowed upon a male and a female athlete, a sponsor, a coach, an official and a volunteer. The Celebration 88 certificates are awarded on a broader basis - to those in- dividuals who have been inspiration in our community, who have added to the quality off our lives and who have actively supported their community activities. The Celebration 88 Awards program makes it possible for us to participate in the selection process. Should you wish to nominate anyone in Stanley Township please do so. FILL OUT AND DELIVER THE NOMINATION FORM OR PHONE YOUR NOMINATION IN TO: Lowell Mount 233-5876 Jim Kirton 233-7103 BY JANUARY 30, 1988 OMNI Name Address Town/City Province Phone believe this person deserves recognition for nominate .. . I My name is My home number Is My work number is Discover the Ball & Mutch difference this Christmas Floor Lamps FROM ONLY Over 80 chairs on Display RECLINERS —WING ROCKERS — GLIDERS FROM 199. Wooden Bar Stools 2 or more each 6. Tea Carts FROM ONLY -. 1 249. Cedar Chest A GREAT SELECTION INCLUDING GENUINE LANE CEDAR CHESTS FROM Magazine Racks AS LOW AS 24�m5o *I',1ii 249. Curio Cabinets Card Table Sets FROM ONLY BALL & MU CH • 4, .10 FINE FURNITURE 'f9 A6II1IIIT •T.. CUNT +aH 482-6t4$ FINE FURNITURE AND DECORATING ACCESSORIES • ALBERT STREET • CLINTON • 482.9505