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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Goderich Signal-Star, 1983-03-23, Page 2;• •frAm thP,11 : 001o' **I* JevommItteesett1nggIddeHnes for atendane at seminars, conferences and'COW t'itSre ,ilt MondayOn Venti"S' A ' meting. IMO adopted a • 110 '0;10W 0000MMeildeti011k from the eUMMittee ilagaralag attendance at conferences by municipal employees,members Of entlaeil,. boards, committees eenuniSsions- In the past, employees;' cOmMittees and council members have been allowed to attend cern'eflt!O�S and 'walkers at the discretion.of the co. ttee o beardinvolved. Money was always set We „, in each department and committee budget for conventions • 10) and committee m081 were minor askedtoUve withbuthat fiamework. Councillor actS Ira* ex- penditures en C903k11094s. a10 numerous times andcol*. agreed..ave the matter _ referred to the a .ative comiiduee, The committee was aokedA9jrecoMMeadgaidellaas an atteadatme. The administrative committee report, adopted by council goildaYt. Pi/nests; 1. That invitations to seminars conferencestmd conventions hedirectedto the appropriate board, committee or cornitussioneby the administrator. i The10'00100 mill* reviewed by the committee and a recommendation bate made- to council', regarding attendance and the • reasons thweonference would aid the attendee or the MUnicipality. 3 If feasible, the attendees will review -- must be presented with a ricommendation, future al$0Winnee. • semi lanYlar,9-11:ow7ettechh 49ealarniSewinttelleah:eitlothbeemPrWeseeliOttea sdel,flogir • foijelt°Yilkee; aiiii:ebt:univid *eon stigrelierenthtseirs*1119r h"ovee"toteb: thteu.8 , • (tired While ;nese attending seminars and conventions Were, encouraged to submit reports to conneil. or their. respective board in the pail, It wasseldom done. The administrative committee did not /idiot the convention and seminar expense schedule. Costs cited in board's rejection of parent plan - IW STEP LEVESQUE The Huron County Bqard of Education has turned down a proposal to establish grade seven and eight classes at Victoria Public School in Goderich. " Arguments on both sides of the issue were heard by the Board at its March 14 meeting, but anticipated costs associated with the addition of grade seven and eight to Victoria was cited as the main reason for tur- ning the proposal down. A recommendation from four parents on the ad hoc committee looking into the feasibility of having grade seven and eight at Victoria called for grade seven to start at Victoria in September of 1983 and grade eight to start at the same school in September of 1984. The committee also recommended there be no boundary changes in Goderich and if any grade seven or eight • student wanted to take advantage of the instrumental music program at Robertson Memorial Public School they be allowed to do so. James Kingsley, who spoke for the -parents on the committee, said to make no changes to the situation "doesn't satisfy the request of parents". He was referring to a request. made by parents whose children attend Victoria school from kindergarten to • grade six and then transfer to Robertson for grades seven and eight. These parents made a presentation to the board in September of last year to have the feasibility of having grade seven and eight classes at Victoria investigated. Speaking in favor ,of the recommendation, Mr.Kingsley acknowledged it would cost about $4,000 per year to implement the additional grades and would affect about 100 students. Ile -also, noted that the standard of education would not increase or decrease despite the additional costs. Roy Straughan also gave a presentation • to the board in favor of grade seven and eight at Victoria, on behalf of Rose Marie Boyce. He mentioned that Victoria school students entering Robertson. in Grade seven face the stress of non-acteptance from their Robertson school peer group. Trustee Joan Van Den Broeck, once the recommen- dation was turned down, .suggested that an informal. liaison program between tine two schools be monitored by the board's education committee. She suggested there be no competitive sports between the two schools which would reduce any existing rivalry. The board also heard the other point of view, that of leaving the grades as they now are. Mary Ann Demp- sey outlind the advantages of the rotary system, timetabling difficulties at the two schools and the reduction of enrolment at Robertson and costs. "The last concern is over the feasibility. Robertson was specifically designed for a junior high. When it was built the board had every right to be proud that they were supplying the best that money could buy. It IT TIME TO 9AVE! 12 •HUR Friday, March 25th 9 am -9 p SURPRISE SALIM •AT 1N UERTH SHOES canton RunningShoe Extravaganz Ladles', Children's. Mon's Assorted. All Colours JOGGERS $116.95. 2/$30. Ladles' North Star JOGGERS . JUST $995 • RUNNERS .950R 2/$10. Children's Canvas (Sizes 5-13) •$6 NORTH STAR (Ny)on & Suede: Grey or Navy) - Any 2 for JOGGERS "10% STOOFRFEOU R ENTIRE MEI DON'T MISS THE VALUES Men's Childron's Ladles' • somata, be a step backw.ards,to Move to a building tliat bas less facilities for their use," commented Mrs. Dempsey. Board chairman Dorothy Wallace also indicated • that tho board had received a letter' from Patricia • Hamilton "in support of the quo". • When:asked:for his opinion, directOr of :education John Cochrane pointed out that Robertson school was originally planned by the town of Gedericb. He said he isn't convinced that Victoria school would. be bet- ter or worse off with the additional grades. I 2 THE Y I- t INDA I ION IN THE FIGHT FOR LIFE. NIAR(.11 IS KIDNEY \ ION] 11. ,u, Ki(int.y w Foundation of Canada *PP New policy Merchants 'in Huron County will be able to place • their names on a central registry of merchandise sup- pliers for schools fund-raising projects. At its March 14 meeting, the Huron County Board of Education approved the amendment to its fund- raising policy after several merchants complained about unfair competition. The central registry was a recommendation from the executive committee after it had discussed the complaints. The committee concluded that students should be allowed to have fund-raising projects. • "The committee felt the pupils receive a rewarding experience," said vice-chairman Eugene Frayne. Besides the central registry, principals will be re- quested to give merchants the opportunity to quote prices for the supply of merchandise for any project. On the same theme, the Board received a letter from the Clinton Business Improvement Area (BIA) indicating no objections to merchandise being sold if the proceeds are for charity, educational trips or to enhance the character of thestudents. "There is strong objection, however, to goods being sold to pay for equipment for the schools as members feel we all pay very high taxes to pay for any equip- ment the board feels necessary," stated the letter. $19.9$ ott $35. No Exchange or refund on sole items MILK PLUS 6 SHAMPOO 225 PAL . $2.29 FLEX SHAMPOO Special 300 ML.$ 2 • 33 DISHWASHER ALL VELOUR - - TOILET TISSUE si 411 I • SCOTTOWELS PLUS 2.s $1 • .29 $3.74 •YORK PEANUT BUTTER $ 9 VuertVs 'SHOES" Exeter and Clinton I. Ouality & Service Since 1938 SUB POST OFFICE NAKAMURA PHARMACY If it's from Anstett's it says, 'you're special' JUST ARRIVED! SEE OUR NEW COLLECTION OF COSTUME JEWELLERY THE FINAL TOUCH FOR NEW SPRING AND SUMMER FASHION —WHILE IT LASTS— Special Selection of COSTUME 1/ JEWELLERY .. /2 PRICE • ANSTETT JEWELLERS 8 Albert St., Clinton 482-3901 SUNCOAST MALL, GODER$CH, 524-2195 OPEN MON. FRI. 10-12, 1230-6 WEEKDAY EVENINGS 6:30 • Men's Industrial Teams BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT It's your opportunity to enjoy the fast -paced ex- citement of competitive men's basketball. Bring the gang along for a weekend of great sport and fun. Begins Friday, March 25 '83 7 pm At The Goderich High School Gym TEAMS FROM SRAMPTON, LONDON, STRATFORD Finals Saturday, March 26 7 & 9 pm •. .:.“ _.. ,.. n AN" Jack Riddell IIIPP for4Huron-MiddleSex;xecelir : dee ,..,),,,-.F.." •-•.t... i ,• - , . , PI.,ill'elitiron.Mndletihisex Liberal Riding As -Societies Aliir.161it the SeafOrth to Centre ou the OccasOf 10th aindversary as an WIPP: (Photo by Stephanie Letresqiie) . • 7 peers on anniversary BY STEPHANIE LEVESQUE Huron -Middlesex MPP Jack Riddell was roasted by his fellow MPPs and political colleagues on the occasion of his 10th anniver- sary in the provincial legislature. On March 15, 1973, Jack Riddell from Hay Township in Huron County was first elected to the provincial legislature and anecdotes from that time were recalled by campaign officials. The roast was held on March 16 at the Seaforth Commupity 'Centre. , Muriel Murphy •and for the read was former Howard Aitken of Goderich Huron -Bruce MPP Murray and Ian McAllister of Zurich Gaunt. recited stories from thofirst • Congratulatory letters campaign. Mr. Riddell's son were read from provincial. Wayne of Clinton got in -the Liberal leader David Peter: - act of roasting his father son, former provincial when he talked of the Liberal leader Robert Nixon, qualities needed to be a Rainy River MPP Pat Reed, politician. Kitchener •MPP Jim Breithaupt, Perth MPP MPPs taking part in the Hugh Edighoffer, Sarnia roast included Ron _Varl..._14PP-- Andy- -Brant mitt St.: Horne Of LondoiNorthiSean Catharines MPP Jim Conway of Renfrew North, Bradley. Richard Ruston of Essex At the close of the, roast, North, Eric Cunningham of Mr. Riddell was presented Wentworth North and Mur- with anengrayed clock, from ray Elston of Huron -Bruce. the BuraniWiddies,exhiberal The master of care:Manias :Association. . • • Holmesville •seniors • visit the sugar bush The Senior Choir sang at the Worship Service in Holmesville Church on Sun- day. Wayne Tebbutt and Gordon Lobb received the of- fering. April 10 the Communion Service will be held at 9:45 a.m. Sugar Bush tour The Enterprising Seniors last Thursday visited Schilbe's sugar bush. Many took a journey through the bush noting all the different colored plastic tubing and marks on the trip and wat- ching to step over the tubing as we walked, many were noting the various wild flowers coming to life. Back at the sugar bush everyone received a sample of maple sugar and sugar candy. The men explained that they used a large wagon of wood each day for the fire to keep the syrup boiling. Everett McIlwain thanked Schilbes for their time. They returned to the Community Centre for a short meeting with Everett Mcllwain in charge. Hazel McCreath reported on the quilts and that two were finished. Irene Cud - more handed in money for HOLMESVILLE NEWS Blanche Deeves, 482-3383 spoons. There are still some to sell. The table was set and Jean Perdue, Alice Porter, Hazel McCreath and Charlotte Norman cooked pancakes and these were enjoyed by all the seniors along .with maple syrup from Schilbe's Sugar Bush. Dessert euchre It was a beautiful day last Wednesday when 29 tables of people sat down to enjoy the dessert euchre. Alice Porter welcomed everyone. The dessert tables were well laden with goodies. The win- ners of the day were: ladies' high, Phyllis Tyndall; men's high, Jim Cox; ladies' low, Evelyn Hudie; men's low, Everett Mcllwain; lone hands, Florence Ludvigin; door prize, Marion Smith; men's birthday, Ernie Brown; ladies' birthday, Beth Knox; longest distance, Jack Smith; most buttons, Gerald Orr. The seven groups working for this special day were Holmesville UCW, the Goderich Township • W.I., Taylor's Corners Communi- ty Club. The 4-H club, the butch Canadian Ladies, St. James, Middleton ACW, Porter Hill ladies. They all say thank you for coming to their Annual Dessert Euchre. News and notes The Happy Hookers will be having a • dance in The Goderich Township Com- munity Centre Dancing from 9 to 1 a.m. to Country Com- panion. For tickets call 482- 7211. Sympathy to Janet Koet- sier on the loss of her mother the late Mrs. Kay Lockhart. Committee to discuss funds Huron's Industrial Training Committee will be meeting in Clinton on March 25 to discuss ways to obtain government funding for training programs. Chairman Phil Malcolm of Clinton said that the com- mittee will be specifically looking at three areas of concern. They will be looking for funding to aid sheet metal workers for body shops, and subsidy for a course now being taught at Centralia, which is providing training for qualified food services supervisors, ruled necessary for nursing homes in Ontario beginning in January 1984. The course fee is $450. The committee will also be studying a request from CKNX-'14V asking for subsidized and television workers. Representatives from Conestoga College, • Man. power and the 6kills Development Officer will attend the meeting. It will be held at the Huron Board of Education offices on Albert Street in Clinton. Mr. Malcohn urged more businesses and industries to make use of the conunittee. He stressed that funding is available for training programs and the committee is anxious to assist in ob- taining these grants and subsidies. NEWBORN NEWS HOELSCHER Gord and Lisa Hoelscher are pleased to announce the birth of their wee daughter, Kristina Koren, on March 14, 1983 at Alekandra Marine and General Hospital, Goderich, weighing 6 lbs. 7 oz. Proud grandparents are Glenda Hoelscher, Goderich, and Evelyn and Gunnar Chili:41115*n R.112. Clinton; and a great grandchild for Ida McAllister, Goderich. VAN DRIEL Pete and Neeltje thank the Lord for the birth of their daughter, Marcella Nicole, on March 13, 1983 at Alexan- dra Marine and General Hospital, GodericheA loving, sister for Elly, Danny and Carlene.