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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Goderich Signal-Star, 1986-07-23, Page 5Opinion Dr. Cieslar is respected for what he tried t Dear editor, On July 22, Dr. Harry Cieslar's resigna- tion from the position of Medical Officer of Health for Huron County became effective. We've worked with him during his five year term as MOH and are sorry to see him leave. He has been receptive to new ideas and suggestions, approachable for advice, and supportive of programs. Dr. Cieslar cared about the Health Unit staff he was responsible for and the people of ilu, vu aunty he bel vtu as MOH. But most importantly, he performed his duties honestly and straightforwardly. WP racne't him for that and for what hp 0 LETTE-.FR tried to do for public health in Huron. Respectfully, Cathy Thomson, R.P.Dt. Nutritionist Huron County Health Unit, Sheryl Gilbert, M.A. Health Education Consultant, Huron County Health Unit, Postal workers here do a food job , Miller says Dear editor, During a recent course I attended, my outlook on the future of my employer was rejuvenated. This new opportunity also gave me cause to reflect on and compare the present situation here in Goderich. Under the leadership of Don Landers and the board of directors, Canada Post Cor- poration, who has in recent years been com- piling and recording data and facts with regard to problems within the post office, seems ready to move in the direction of resolving a lot of them. The isssues of con- sistent service, financial self-sufficiency and labor problems are being addressed. My letter then is not about the corpora- tio&s dir eetio» but rather the service pro- vided in the Goderich Post Office and its people. Having met on the course a gentleman who had under him 1,200 employees in Toronto, my problems suddenly seemed minor compared to his, yet we both agreed that our greatest successes were achieved by being able to deal with people. The post office has always received criticism — sore deserved, some not so deserved – but in my 20 years with the post office, I've been personally thanked as have my fellow workers for a job well done by many, many customers. We all have faults, but by in large, the 2¢ employees working ip this post office do day in, day out a pretty darn good job. • They're loyal, conscientious, dependable, pleasant and dedicated. Former postmaster Mel Farnsworth told me when I first came to Goderich, "We have a very good staff." I agree! Getting people their mail has always been important to me whether it be a thank - you note, baby bonus or registered letter. It shall remain so. This -staff gets- -C,-oderieh's- mail in and out on a daily basis. For all its faults, the post office has been a very good employer to me and I'm truly grateful. I think my workers would agree. `Thank you. T.D. Miller Acting Postmaster Goderich Post Office The click of closing minds at council should be abolished Dear Editor, At a certain point at its July meeting, the Goderich Town Council turned to the public a profile that did not come across as attrac- tive or wholesome. Our municipal represen- tatives used what is known as the click method. One. can almost clear a click when elected. minds 'clamp shut sunddeniy and in unison while lively expressions turn into blank stares fixed at nothing in particular. The incident was made noteworthy, because, it was designed to close the ranks against a fellow council member who excer• - cised the rights and responsibilities we had ',given him - and his colleagues - in the elec- tion. Close observers know that it was not 'the first time Councillor Jim Searls has been put down at the council table. As there is -nothing positive or constructive about such ,practices, one hopes that they will be eliminated from the chambers- where we send -our -representatives to :deliberate and , make decisions fairly, decently, with tolerance and in a businesslike manner, among equals in their obligations to the public. In the course of his work as an elected representative, Coun. Searls asks questions about many aspects of municipal.spending and, at times, expresses objections when he regards specific expenses as either un- necessary or too high., It is only a portion of his participation. I am not sure I can follow why this part of his work should unduly'ir- ritate the rest of the council. Coun. Searls has been known for these concerns for years. In fact, this approach was his platform when the (now defunct) Ratepayers' Association put him forward as a candidate for 'election. The people who cast their votes for him at the polls expect Jim Searls to do what he is doing - to remain faithful to his mandate. The electors do not go for a group of like-minded individuals, but see advantages, and assurances in a variety of personalities, interests and talents among public office holders. At the recent council meeting Coun. Searls- asked for .details concerning a $100. 'lunch account .for a committee meeting in a hotel dining room. He was given art exptana tion for three accounts. No harm there - just interesting to follow. Coun. Searls then asked for a summary of .all council and committee reated meal ac- counts for '1985, to be preparedat the conve- nience of the administration. He was told that for this piece of information he must BEST INTEREST 0 1/4 Guaranteed Investment Certificates *Subject to change Gaiser-Kneels in Exeter 235-2420 Clinton 482-9747 insurance Brokers Inc Grand Bend 238-8484 Goderlch 324-2118 GODERICH SIGNAL -STAR, WEDNESDAY, JULY 23, 1986—PAGE 5, ARE VALUE ThAN EVER p ircUt....from oo & Blowdry or Set.........,.. Haircut, Shat1(tp shampoo....$7. s6 Haircut with Haircut only• • • • �® plus Shampoo & set $ Tints 'Sep rate prices tor Josef Winter our team Mary Lou Durnin has now joined Prices effective July 23, 24, 25, 26. We reserve the right to limit quantities. make a motion. He did. With the rest of the council sitting in complete silence, Jim Searls' motion died without a seconder. What kind of signals is the council sending to the public? That the rest of the members would rather not have this information? That Jim Searls should have public informa- tion only upon approval by other council members? That among equals, some are more equal than others? Everybody knows that, on behalf of the municipal corporations, councils make deci- sions collectively, within the powers delegated by the provincial legislation. Recently this point has been repeatedly em- phasized in the council's circles. To what , end? Individual council members' status surely has not been reduced to the point where they are treated whimsically to bits and pieces of the customary rights and privileges of free men and women. . I am frankly bothered by the spreading of a less than attractive and generous spirit in the chambers where free and easy attitudes could more readily join forces in progress and improvements. The aim of council rela- tionships should be to broaden and enhance individual interest and participation. When the other members sat silently on Coun. Searls' rights to obtain public infor- mation at the council table (is there a better place for a councillor? ), what was their message? If it was to demonstrate impa- tience and boredom with one member's pro- nounced interest in municipal expenses, it was considerably off the mark.' In private lives one person's keen interest can mean another person's boredom, but in public business all areas of all interests areof equal standing. One does not have to like the questions to see the need for answers. It does not matter what name marks a place at a council table. s- . It is not necessary for anybody to inter- pret it as a personal insult and to get in a mild huff as soon as questions are asked and financial points are made. It is usually the reaction to the frequently quite straight and ordinary questions and comments that turns these affairs into confrontations, with or without words. Instead, it mightbe more in order and to the point to revise some direc- tions and to review certain meeting prac- tices and expenses into which council - related bodies might have drifted. At any rate, the click of minds closing at the town hall should be abolished as a municipal environment hazard. Elsa Haydon Residents don't feel secure • from page 4 action of the provincial police combed the surrounding woods of our properties. We were not harmed, except emotionally, but the potential for even fatal injury was ap- parent. One neighbor did require emergen- cy hospital treatment as a result of his con- frontation with the escapees: Now what? We in this neighbourhood, who once considered our homes as safe havens in which to live, are now in jeopardy. We and our neighbors suffered a horrendous ex- , perience. We feel violated and are still shaken, in spite of the recapture of the escapees by the persistent efforts of the police that night and the following morning. Despite efforts to convince us of the ef- ficacy of the treatment of these young of- fenders, we feel efforts should be made to restore our confidence in the security system of the Bluewater Centre, such as guard dogs or efficient patrols at night. We also feel that firmer discipline is needed at all hours of the day and night. If measures could be taken, at least, to the people in this immediate area, a modicum of peace of mind and security could be restored. Yours truly, Margaret McHolrn County share for In the Huron County Council story (July 9) on the funding for the expansion and 5 renovation to ihironview, some informs - sr tion was missed regarding the county's ,g„ funding situation. $240,000, not $750,000 r� is $240,000 was put aside in the 1986 county budget for the project, The $750,000 represents the M inty's total financial•cornmitment to the project whicji will be met over a three year period - if the project is to proceed. NEILSON 4 LITRE BAG 2% MiIk Banaflas Lbs. BURNS CAMPFIRE 500 g. Bacon ONTARIO NO. 1 1.99 Celery GRADE A BEEF U.S. NO. 1 , Inside Rotnd & Sirloin _Tip Roasts 2.89. . - . Nectarines.... .79 .i9" Wieners 1.39 BURNS 450 g BURNS 175 g. •.�� Lunch Meats BURNS 175 g Cooked Ham 1.59 GRADE A BEEF Rump Roasts 3.39. GRADE A BEEF TENDERIZED Cube Steak * 2.99Lb BURNS Dinner Hams,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,2.79Lb. CAf RLTON CLUB 24 x•280 ml. Cans �.�� Pop SHIRRIFF•, A / �� Jelly Powders... MAXWELL HOUSE 369 g. Reg., Auto or Filter �®�� Coffee GROCERY WESTON 12's Hot Dog/Hamburg Rolls .99 KLEENEX 200's .99 Facial Tissue FOODLAND 3.6 Litre Bleach .99 CLOVER LEAF 6.5 oz. Oil or Water Chunk ■�� Light Tuna WESTON'$ GRANNY 10's Butter Tarts BETTY CROCKER 510 g Cake. Mixes 1.29 .99 Jim, Rose & staff would like to take this opportunity to thank all our customers for their support and friendship over the past 5 years 'and' %e looking forward to serving our customers in the coming years. Watch for our weekly flyer for the complete list of specials. 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