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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Goderich Signal-Star, 1982-11-03, Page 7Five candidates seek four seats on the Public Utilities Comrnission Herb Murphy "Our water system' is woefully inadequate, so inadequate that it difficult to express," says Herb Murphy. Murphy has served on the Public Utilities Commission for the past six years and is seeking re-election this November 8. He says.the town's present water system, "needs to get caught up and at the same time we have to plan for the future." In planning for the future Murphy says, "we have to look at what the. population will be in 15-20 years.7' Murphy is principal at Huron Central Secondary School in Clinton and has a degree in both chemistry and administration. He feels -that his science background helps him understand the more technical aspects of the PUC. He also feels that, "the skills I use in one job can be transferred and used in the other." If re-elected Murphy Would like to see, "an in- crease in the degree of un- derstanding, mutual respect and , co=operation between council and the utilities." A member of the Lions Club,a trustee of North Street United Church and a member of the group committee of the Fourth Goderich Scout Association, Murphy lives in town with his wife Linda and their three children.. Leonard Sheardown If re-elected for a sixth term on the Public Utilities Commission, Leonard. "Ben" Sheardown, "would like to see a little more harmony between council and the PUC since we have to work closely together." He feels that since any deficit the PUC incurrs must be approved by council, "it kind of ties our hands, but as long as we get co-operation, there is no problem." A life long resident of Goderich, Sheardown was the owner of Goderich Frosted Foods before he retired four years ago. He and his wife, Georgina have three children. In addition to his position as commissioner, Shear-- down leddown serves on the Ontario Water Resources Association and every summer he works as manager of Camp Menesetung. Sheardown feels that the present water system could be updated. "It is fortunate that we haven't had a major fire. The past two summers have been wet ones which has helped, but if we had had a major fire we would have had problems." He also feels that another fault of the present system is that, "we don't have the proper water pressure inthe east end of town. If a new system was installed that problem, would • be alleviated." Doug Bundy "I am running for a position on the Public Utilities not because I feel the PUC needs a wholesale change, but perhaps it can use some fresh ideas, and another person with some, technical background," Doug Bundy explains. A graduate of the University of Saskatchewan with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering, Bundy is presently the head of the science department at G.D.C.I. Prior to starting his` teaching career, Bundy spent five years in the RCAF, where he reached the 'rank of Flight Lieutenant. For the past two years he has been chairman of the Goderich Tourist Com- mittee; • and has been- a member of the committee for three years. Bundy, his wife, Lou and their three children are active iiembers of .North Street United Church, and he is presently Nice -chairman of the Congregational board. "Atthepresent tiny, there appears to be a rift between the PUC and town council. If both groups are working for the betterment of the community, then there should be better com- munication between them," Bundy says. He adds, "The expected .costs of the proposed waterworks facility requires a lot more careful thought, and a business -like ap- proach. I am not convinced this has been the case." "The administration of our town's hydro , and water facilitie's must be given careful, considered attention so that the burden of taxes on our taxpayers is kept to a minimum, and that we get full value for what we in- vest." Steward seeks election to separate school board Anne Steward is a first- time candidate for ,the position of trustee for the Huron -Perth Seperate School Board. . She says, "I am running for trustee because I am interested in children, and their education," Steward is . currently, Chairman of the Stratford Lay Deanery, a member of the. Diocesan Advisory Board and a member of the CWL. Steward says, "the main issue facing our ,school system will be a financial one." She explains, "on the one hand, I think it is important that we . maintain our standards and move with the times. On the other hand, I feel an undue financial Anne Steward burden must not be placed on our taxpayers, many of whom are senior citizens or unemployed. If elected, I would work toward finding a balance between these two opposites." Steward served on the St. Peter's Advisory Board for two years' and was Chairman of the Board for 1980-81. She also served as treasurer for the' St. Mary's parent Teacher Association for two years. "The children's welfare and education should be kept in mind during these times of ecomonic restraint;" Steward says. She adds, "when there are financial restraints, sometimes the kids get forgotten." Steward, her husband Wayne and their four children have lived in Goderich for the past four years. Escalating costs concern separate board candidate "The man? issue facing the Huron -Perth Seperate School Board in the next three years is the escalating cost of education," Michael Moriarty says. A first-time candidate for the position of trustee for the Huron -Perth Seperate SchhoUBoard,_.:Mor.iarty_...ia_ _.._ the Director of Occupational Therapy at Alexandra Marine and General. Hospital in Goderich. . He feels\that, "we will have to accept the fact that -there are -going to be restraints in spending. But if we develop a co-operative approach to problem solving, make better uses of resources and personel and eliminate frills if they exist, I see no reason why existing programs cannot be maintained." A resident of Goderich Township for the past 12 Michael Moriarty years, Moriarty was educated in the Catholic school system of Ireland. He is a member of St. Josephs Parish in 'Clinton and serves on its Advisory Council. He is also a member of St. Josephs Council of the Knights of Columbus. Moriarty was a member of St. Peters Parish in Goderich for 10 years and served on its Advisory Council. He served as chairman of the St. Marys Parent Teacher Association and he has served on the executive • of the Goderich • and District Association for —the -Mentally .Retarded. Also in the past, he was President of the Goderich Minor Sport. _Association,_ a member of the Goderich Knights of Columbus and a coach for minor sports. Moriarty says he ' `fiat an interest in maintaining and improving the quality and quantity of education now available in the seperate school system.", If elected, Moriarty says, "I would do my part in the complex task of education our children, as tomorrows adults and leaders." Moriarty and his wife have three children. Dr, Jim Peters Dr. Jim Peters has served on the Public Utilities Commission for six years and is seeking re-election for a fourth term this November 8. "I want to see us keep abreast of the times as far as securing a secure water and electrical supply," says Peters. He feels that, "the town doesn't have a secure supply of available water, so I would favor we get on with the job and do it for the least amount of money" As well as serving as a commissioner.,,.• Peters•_ is.., president of District Six for the Ontario Municipal Electric Association and chairman of its public relations committee. He is a member of the Business Improvement Association and the town band. Peters is also a member of the Rotary Club, the Legion, K-10 and serves on the property committee of the North Street United Church. Before being elected to the PUC, Peters served on council fortwo years. He practises dentistry in Goderich and lives here with his wife, Penny and their four children. Peters says if a change is, made in the present water system, "we will be happy that , the town can . afford it before we go .ahead, but it is a definite necessity." Dr. Tom Melady Dr. Tom Melady is a first- time candidate for public utilities commissioner. A veterinarian with the Ministry of Agriculture and Food, Melady feels that his 30 years experience of working with the public, in such fields as the veterinary and the public health ser-. vice, will be an asset if he is elected. Melady says he, "would like at first, to cost stimulate Ontario. Hydro to get into alternate energy rather than nuclear or fossil fuels." He adds, "I hope to give some municipal direction to Ontario Hydro. in order to get something done in regards to alternate sources of 'energy." Meladv feels that. "Goderich might be able to develop hydro power." When discussing the proposed water expansion Melady says, "if they need to update or renovate than it should be done at the most reasonable cost." Prior • to becoming a veterinarian, Melady was a World War 11 fighter pilot, a gold miner and a farmer. He and his wife, Terry have lived in Godericfh for 26 years and have seven children. 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