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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Wingham Advance-Times, 1988-05-24, Page 5• th anniverSary • spoken to bis ca week and reedy that 1111 Con‘trol Aet.) wow • HouSe « Coipions summer recess. Also, on Mara), 15,.1'; t, the Hon. Doug Lewis was quoted in -the Toronto Star stating that -Bill Calls one of the "Government's top initiatives" for passage before June 30. The time is running Out„ The Government is only afeWdaySaway • from the point where, logistically, it will be extremely difficult — if not • 51 is the Government's response.. • We ' are sin)* inSisti entire ,gengatien of children, thai the 'Govrnment.act and keepits promise. „.. • Ontart0 Canadian CanceT *ogle)? • . ,. • • • ),•••• 41%;',2. •' The National Transportation Agency of Canada will bold a public hearing in Wingham, beginning June 2, to consider a, Canadian National Railway Company ap- plication to abandon the operation of, the 28.93 -mile Kincardine sub- division from Listowel to Wingham. In its notice of the public hearing, the agency states, it is required under the National Transportation Act to determine if the branch line is economic or uneconomic and if un- economic, whether there is a reasonable probability of it •becoming economic in. the foreseeable'future. t. • Shciuld the agency 'find that the line will continue to be uneconomic, it must order it abandoned witltin six months. On the other hand, if it determines that the line is economic or wilebe so, the agency must also decide if it is required in the public interest before deciding Whether it should be abandoned or retained. Losses recorded in the three-year period 1984-86 are: $315,325 in 1984, $230,523 in 1985, and $176,265 in 1986. P blic mee mg to address master plan's objectives Consultants preparing the Wingham and. Area Recreation Master Plan are hoping a large turnout will attend a public meeting this Thursday, May 26. At the meeting which begin's at 8 p.m. in the Wingham Armouries, consultants John Stevenson and Malcolm Hunt will explain the recreation master plan process and will also encourage those attending to express their viewpoint on recreation in the community. The master plan's nine objectives are: -To complete an inventory of all recreation facilities, programs and green areas currently offered and 44'W, THREATENING SKIES — A tornado snaked out of the southern skies near Wingham last Monday and amateur photographer Scott Evans of Hutton Heights was able to capture the twister on film. The -tornado also was sighted at the East Wawanosh Public School near Belgrave where students were hurried into the school building at noonhour. (Photo courtesy of Scott Evans) Architectsassociation alerts public to concerns Dear Editor: As the licensing organization for architects in Ontario established by provincial legislation under the Architect's Act, we are concerned for 'members of the public who en- counter problems when they un- dertake the construction, enlargement or alteration of buildings using the services of persons who are not licensed to provide architectural services in Ontario. We receive frequent telephone calls from such individuals with complaints related to problems with the design and construction of the project, only to have them find out that the person or firm retained is not an architect. In accordance with the Ontario Architects Act 1984, no person shall engage in the practice of architecture or hold himself out as engaging in the practice of architecture unless the person is licensed under this act and is a holder of a certificate of practice. An architect is a professional who has dedicated his career to the practice of architecture. To become an architect licensed in Ontario, an individual has had to demonstrate successful completion of the requirements for an architectural degree, followed by several years of experience in all aspects of practice. Lite other professionals, he has been admitted to the profession after pa:ing extensive examinations. Architectural practices in Ontario are also required by legislation to participate in the indemnity plan of the Ontario Association of. Architects (OAA) which provides coverage against errors, omissions, or negligent acts in the performance of professional services. Prior to considering the'selectien of someone to "provide plans", we encourage members of the public to contact us and we will provide a useful booklet entitled "An Architect Can Help You", This booklet, which is provided free of charge, will in- form the prospective client about the steps involved in the planning, design and building process. • Sincerely yours Phyllis Clasby OAA Director of ComMunications (Centinued from Page 4A) department is going to get tough with residents of the town who (lib- struct sidewalks when they park their cars outside their homes. His department will have only two alter- natives, either ticket the offending vehicles or begin towing operations. Heavy rains and high water levels in the mill pond have been blamed for the collapse of a 20 -foot section of the Lower Town darn. The major problem now is not how to rebuild it but who is responsible for the' structure. Wingham Town Council and the Maitland Valley Con- servation Authority both claim the dam belongs to the other. Wingham Business Association officially recognized some of its fellow merchants who have cased commercial operations on the main street. Presentations were made to Mr, and Mrs. Jack Alexander, Mrs. Clara Rintoul and Mr. and Mrs. Monty Bennett. Bruce MacDonald was presented with a plaque in recognition of his 17 - year association with Kinsmen: Kinsmen president, Garry Robin- son, made the presentation on behalf of a grateful club. 1 available in Wingham and area, identify - gaps, and make recom- mendations for improirement. --To report on the demographics of the users of municipally owned - operated recreation facilities and programs and green areas, and their reasons for using same. Explore and report on the issue: Who does not use municipally owned -operated recreation facilities, programs and green areas, and why? --To determine and study the leisure needs of the people in the study area and make recom- mendations. -To study the administration of municipally supported cultural and recreation systems in Wingham, and make recommendations for im- provement. -To explore and make recom- mendations for the potential for joint use of existing facilities between the municipalities participating in this study, and other major facility providers. -To explore and make recom- mendations concerning joint development of recreation facilities and programs, and the potential degree of financial involvement by the municipalities participating in this study. -To inform and involve the people in the target area in all phases of the study. --To present a five-year plan of implementation, showing a priorization of recommendations, a suggested timetable of completion, and accompanying costs. A recommendation for long-range goals for development is requested. --To analyze the data based on community needs and financial capability, then make recom- mendations supported by Huron County logic and background in- formation. NEW BUSINESSMAN A new businessman arrived in Wingham early in 1914 when A: T. Thomson of Belmore purchased the grocery business of Ezra 13. Hart. He also purchased the store property from Mrs. Rush and was expected to move his family to town.