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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Wingham Advance Times, 1995-11-01, Page 2011 IM Chamber examines business commitment Continued from front page good." MacDonald said training staff is a very important factor for all busi- ness, not just larger operations like Wescast Industries. "As well, businesses must recog- nize community needs." He said the commitment from the business sector regarding the community trail and refurbishing of the old train bridge is an excellent local ex- ample. "The need for awareness of the environment, the need for peo- ple's recreation, community en- hancement...people are interested in that and are looking for a lot more from their communities. Business has a responsibility to say 'If we are going to have a satisfied work- force in an area like Wingham' then they have a responsibility to encourage in every way possible." Business also has a responsibili- ty, he said, was also to encourage community building: recreation centres, bridges, etc. From a community perspective, residents must shop locally when- ever possible. MacDo Id said business and communiytogether must promote that actively real- ize the long term rewards. The community must also learn to support an environment of life- long learning. The explosion of adult night school coursesis one of the best things to occur in commu- nities across Ontario. MacDonald said a major key to survival is to raise the level of knowledge in the workforce. ''"People have to realize the long term ramifications of shopping elsewhere. If we support only big malls and thoughtlessly go else- where to shop, it's only natural pro- gression that in our communities the small stores won't be able to make a living." Narrow margin on separation vote Across this country Monday night, Canadians were breathing a collective sigh of relief -- the 'No' side had prevailed by a narrow 50.6 per cent margin in the Quebec refe- rendum: The country remains intact, but it is an uneasy peace. The majority of French Quebecers, 60 per cent, vot- ed in favor of sovereignty. Their concerns now are pushed to the forefront of the national debate, but at the very least, Monday's `No' win has bought some valuable time for the country and Prime Minister Jean Chretien. At the start of the campaign, it appeared the 'Yes' side was headed for defeat. That was before the charismatic Lucien Bouchard, lead- er of the Bloc Quebecois and feder- al opposition leader, took the reins for the 'Yes' cause from Quebec Premier Jacques Parizeau of the Parti Quebecois. Bouchard made a convincing ap- peal to Quebecers, assuring them that the rest of Canada would be forced to negotiate a mutually - favorable "deal" following a 'yes' vote. When the polls indicated that his message was hitting a nerve, the federalists started to panic. The last week of the referendum campaign involved a frantic scram- ble to. save a country at the brink. The prime minister cancelled all previous appearances and concen- trated solely on turning the cam- paign around. He appeared on na- tional television last Wednesday night with a fervent appeal to Que- becers -- a 'yes' vote means Cana- da is no more. Across the country, the debate aroused feelings of patriotism and pride that seldom are expressed in this country. Many people found themselves surprised by the debt of their emotion with Canadians able to talk of^little else during the last week of the campaign. Some people, like Jim Arm- strong of RR 3, Brussels, did more than talk about it. Right across the country, people boarded planes and buses heading for a massive unity rally in Montreal last Friday. It is estimated that as many as 150,000 jammed into a Montreal square to make an appeal to Quebecers: vote `no' and change is possible. Arguably, that rally may have been the turning point in a cam- paign that was all but lost. When the people of Canada went over the heads of the politicians for an all- out appeal to Quebecers, their sin- cerity was not doubted and breathed new life into the federalist cause. Armstrong says attending the ral- ly was an emotional experience. A high school teacher at Mitchell, he had a previously -scheduled "Rae Day" which fell last Friday. • He says he enjoys travelling and the all-night bus ride didn't really bother him. But more than that, Jim Armstrong says he always has tried to impress upon his students a re- spect for this wonderful country in which we live. The bus left from Hanover at 1 SOLUTIONS ACROSS DOWN 1. Fares 4. Mermaid 8. Necks 9. Subways 10. Nailing 12. Icing 13. ECG 14. Saris 16. Havoc 18. Sangria 20. Regains 22. Abaci 23. Eclogue 24. Pisan 1. Finance charge 2. Racking 3. Sushi 4. Mas 5. Rabbits 6. Atari 7. Desegregation 11. Gyros 14. Sacking 15. Rereads 17. Vigil 19. NAACP 21. Sue Chop shop man gets one year One of several people arrested following an undercover operation in chop shops and theft of automo- biles was sentenced to one year in jail following an appearance in Wingham Provincial Court, Oct. 18. David Jervis, of Seaforth, was charged with 17 counts of posses- sion of stolen property. The investigation began in April of 1994, with a Crime Stoppers tip that a rural garage had been taking in stolen vehicles, stripping them down and selling them for parts. Undercover officers eventually recovered nine GMC pickup trucks worth $250,000, whichhad been taken from several homes and deal- erships in several counties and throughout the Waterloo Region. Defense Counsel Alan Mill re- ferred to the pre -sentence report as one that was "essentially good", adding that his client had never been involved with the law before and was looked at in his communi- ty as an exemplary person. He said that Jervis's sole motivation was "sheer greed". Mill stressed that his client had not been directly involved in the chop shop, but had bought parts from them for his car lot and repair" shop. He added that of all the people List of Advertisers to be found in this week's Abbetnce-Zintto Ainslie's of Wingham All Wall Construction A. R. MacDonald Constr. Askes Bros. Constr. Barry's Service Centre Bayne's Auto Body Beecroft Collision Centre Borrman's Garage Brian's valu-mart Braemar Bridge Motors C. A. M. C. Campbell Heating Service Canadian Tire Coldwell Banker Countyof Huron Cowan Printing Craig Hardwood Crawford Motors Cullen, John Chev Olds Dave's Aluminum Dave's Car Oiling Decor Shoppe, The Doanne Raymond Donkers, Ted Construction General Motors Homuth Optometrists Howick Homes Huron Fuel Injection Centre Huron landscaping Joe's Automotive Jolly's Auto Repair Keils Insurance MDL Doors MacFarlane, Murray Construction Maitland Manor Nursery McDonald Home Hardware McGlynn Lumber Mclntee Real Estate Metcalfe Auctions Montgomery Mechanical Moran Mechanical Newell, John Construction Pletch Electric Primetime Country Queen's Bush Construction R&S Alignment Reid -& Associates Rintoul Auctions Roxul Insulation Royal Homes Rutter; Aluminum Sewing Galore Stainfon's Home Hardware Steffen Auto Supply Stone's Radio & TV Teeswater Lions Club Tolton Motor Sales Total Indulgence Town of Wingham Turnberry Township Union Gas Ward & Uptigrove Watson's Home Hardware West Wawanosh Mutual Insurance Whitechurch Construction Wingham Advance -Times Wingham & Area Seniors Day Centre Wingham Chiropractic Centre Wingham Golf & Curling. Club Wingham inn Wingham Mini Mart Wingham Stationery charged, Jervis had been the first to plead guilty and has co-operated fully with police, even providing them with information that would help with the investigation. Mill added that a substantial re- covery had been made by the offi- cers and once again reminded Judge R.G.E. Hunter that his client was well-respected in his communi- ty. Mill said a joint submission with the Crown as to a . penalty of one year in reformatory had been agreed upon. This was reiterated by Crown Attorney Don Vale. "It is a rather difficult situation for you and your family to get caught up in a stupid situation like this, and ruin an otherwise exem- plary reputation," Judge Hunter chastised Jervis before sentencing him to 12 months concurrent on each charge. a.m. the morning of Friday, Oct. 27. Armstrong describes the mood on the bus as excited and the enthu- siasm only grew when they reached. Montreal. The scene there was "wall to wall" people, he says. He heard speeches by the three leaders of the `No' side, Quebec Liberal Leader and former Premier Daniel John- son, Prime Minister Chretien and Federal Progressive Conservative Leader Jean Charest. Armstrong returned from the ral- ly convinced that the 'No' side would win and joined other Canadi- ans in feeling tremendous relief Monday night. Only one tender presented at Morris Only one tender was presented to Moms Township council, last Tuesday evening, by roads super- intendent Lloyd Michie for snow- plowing. The only bid received was from George Radford Construction of Blyth. The bid was accepted by township council. The bid price was $55 per hour for snowplowing and $30 per day for stand-by, which was the same price as 1994-95. The township will advertise for a snowplow driv er for the winter season. Township council will appoint B.M. Ross and Associates of Goderich to design an open foot- ing culvert at Lot 28 of Conces- sion 9-10, with an extenstion at the north end. The work will he done in 1996 ata cost of $79,310. 0B.M Ross and Associates had earlier submitted its bridge report to council. Council passed By-law 66 in or- der to post a yield sign on Side - road 20-21, at the junction of Con- cession 1-2. The township deferred paying the county $25,00 for the paving of Concession 3 at Sideroad 15- 16. THE WINGHAM INN "Ladies Night" Male Dancers Nov. 4th. Showtime 9:00 p.m. Cover Charge $7.00 Wingham Inn 238 Josephine St. Wingham 357-3811 "Good Times -Great Rock" 10 1' 10 10 1' 10 10 I~ 10 i• 1' 10 3 10 i` 10 1' 10 1' 10 10 10 >• 1' The township will apply for an interim grant of $148,200 from the MTO for 1996. Township roads superintendent Lloyd Michie has been upgraded to the senior level after successful- ly completing a recent Association of Ontario Roads Superintendent (AORS) course. Council also received some news concerning the landfill site. The plan of operations is being re- viewed by the London and Owen Sound offices of the Ministry of Environment and Energy (MOEE). However, MOEE added that an- other test well should be dug. Following the review by the London and Owen Sound offices, the plan of, operations will be sent to Toronto for final approval. w ONESBA; NOViMOFR4199,5;: "SUCCESS" Is Simple it's Advertising CaII ;57-2320 The Wingham Advance Times Marg Sande Licensed Stylist avail. Thurs. & Sat. Bring in this coupon to Marg & save $2.00 off all haircuts Offer expires December 1st Praernar li.etirentent Centre Resiplential Building • All on one floor • Community oriented care centre • Health support services • Beauty and Barber Shop • Accommodation available • Caring, courteous & understanding staff WINGHAM 4, 357-3430 •r COMMUNITY CALENDAR Sronsored bn INSURANCE BROKERS (Wingham) Ltd. Wingham, 357-2636 Listowel, 291-5100 NSURING OMORRO TODA , Randy Buhrow Fridal ,Nov •Hot luncheon at St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, Wingham, 11 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Miscellaneous and bake, table. • "Fabric Art Exhibit" at Wingham Library - Tomorrow is the last day, Saturday November 4. ' Saturday, Nov, 4 •Craft Sale being held by the ladies Auxiliary to the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 180. 9:30 - 4:00 p.m. at the Wingham Legion . " Talent Auction being held at East Wawanosh Public School, 7:00 p.m. Come out for a good time and bid for your favourite furniture, antiques, food, services, etc. Proceeds to Belgrave United Church Pastoral Charge, Manse Fund. • Annual craft & bake sale at Wingham & Area Seniors Day Centre. 9:30 - 1:30 p.m. • 7th Annual Craft Show & Sale, Brussels Legion. 10 a.m- - 5 p.m. Bake table & door prizes. • Royal Canadian Legion Branch 307 (Howick) Remembrance Day Dance Howick Community Centre. •Sun1daU Nov •7th Annual Craft Show & Sale, Brussels Legion. 1 - 5 p.m- • Legion Remembrance Church Parade - Pentecostal Church. Members are to be at Branch no later than 10:20 a.m. Bus service provided. • Singles Dance at Wingham Legion Hall. 7 - 11p.m. Monday Nov 6 •Wingham Town Council meets at 7:00 p.m. Tuesday. Nov. 7 •Morris Township Council meets at 7:00 p.m. •Tumberry Township Council meets at 7:30 p.m. • East Wawanosh Township Council meets at 7:30 p.m. We Represent howick • Farm Residential • Competitive Rates • Inspection Service • Auto • liellekatelteasesps NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING CONCERNING &PROPOSED ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT AFFECTING THE TOWN OF WINGHAM TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the Corporation of the TOWN OF WINGHAM will hold a public meeting on Tuesday, November 21, 1995 at 7:15 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Wingham Town Hall to consider a proposed Zoning By-law Amendment under Section 34 of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, as amended. The purpose and effect are outlined below. ANY PERSON may attend the public meeting and/or make written or verbal representation either in support of, or in opposition to, the proposed Zoning By-law Amendment - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION relating to the proposed Zoning By-law Amendment is available for inspection during regular office hours at the Town of Wingham Municipal Office (519) 357-3550 or at the office of the Huron County Planning and Development Department (519) 524-2188. DATED AT THE TOWN OF WINGHAM THIS 1st DAY OF NOVEMBER, 1995. Byron Adams Clerk -Treasurer Town of Wingham P.O. Box 90 Wingham, Ontario NOG 2W0 a. 2 01 y z SEE KEV MAP 13 PATR CK JOHN STREET C4' STREET Elm k umniei s7 - „Tat eM V CTORIA STREET SEE KEY MAP 20 ® Zone change from R2 (Modern Density Residential) end C4 (Coro Area Commercial) to C4-1 (Core Area Commercial • Special Zones). Purpose and Effect: 0- JOSEP--RIME 01 01 SCHEDULE •A•• KEY MAP 19 TOWN OF WINCHAM 10 50 morn o 15 100 k%1/4 North The purpose of the zoning by-law amendment is to change the zoning on the south part of Lot 3 and part of Lot 28, Registered Plan 409, municipal address is 202 Josephine Street, Town of Wingham. this property is commercial in nature and fronts Josephine Street between John Street and Victoria Street, on the west side. This application proposes to change the zoning from C4 (Cote Area Commercial) and R2 (Medium Density Residential) to C4-1 (Core Area Commercial - Special Zones) to permit the construction of an accessory garage to the rear of the existing commercial building on the subject lands. A severance application was approved by the Town of Wingham Committee of Adjustment in 1992 (File B 1/92) which had the effect of adding an additional 4.7 metres (15.5 feet) to the rear Of the subject commercial property. It Is within this area that the accessory garage is proposed to be constructed. The provisions for the accessory building shall require that it be located no closer than 2 metres from the main building on the subject lot and further that the accessory building not exceed 6 metres In height. Further, the rear yard and interior side yard setbacks may be reduced to zero metres. {