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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Wingham Advance Times, 1995-11-08, Page 2THEW( HAMANS TIM PUC to consider alternatives to \Vell 1 problems Continued from front page oversizing discharge piping. He noted that chlorine needs time to be effective. The cost to rehabilitate Well No. 1 would be between $65,000 and $70,000. The cost of a new well would be approximately $510,000, which would include $158,000 for the well. Included in the project would be a new well and pump, a small res- ervoir, and new pumphouse over the reservoir, two high -lift pumps to pump into the system, new flow metering and chemical metering equipment, controls, sampling lo- cations and more. In addition, Burns noted that the existing pumphouse could be up- graded and a diesel driven genera- tor set installed for about $80,000. He said that there are ways of reducing the total cost. These would include just constructing a 300 -mm or 350 -mm well initially without the extra drilling and test- ings which would result in a $25,000 saving. The deletion of • the second high -lift stand-by pump would save $22,000. There may be other potential. cost savings as well. Burns added that the Lotowater proposal for Well No. 1 would in- clude a pipe with a 14 -inch diame- ter, 'while the majority of wells have an eight -inch diameter. Saxton said that Well No. 3 had a 12 -inch diameter and pumps out 1,000 gallons every minute. Burns said that even, though the engineers are not offering any rec- ommendations something has to be done because there is a possi- bility of running out of water. He noted that whatever is done would be up to the PUC. He added that just rehabilitating the well is only a stop gap. Saxton said that water rates may have to be increased next year. He noted that even though he would like to keep the residential rates as reasonable as possible, the mini- mum may have to go up to as high as $9 for the first 30 cubic me- tres. Commissioners were leaning to- wards a new well, but a final deci- sion would be made following a meeting among the PUC, Steve Burns and ap representative ative from Lotowater at the regular Dec. 7 meeting. WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 8p NOS ' Highway funding means equipment suffering from old age. significant cuts By KEITH ROULSTON Oo$!...Employees from The Turnberry Township roads department made a slight mistake when erecting this stop sign at the intersec- tion of Victoria and Mary Streets in Lower Town. Merger talks delayed GODERICH — Talks on the possi- ble amalgamation of the Huron and Perth County Boards of Health have been delayed until after the provincial government's economic statement later this month. Bill Clifford, chairman on the Huron County Board of Health told the county council Nov. 2. After a meeting with Perth on October 27, Clifford said the next meeting had been set for early in January to allow time to see what direction the province is heading in and to give both counties a chance to see what the long-term implica- tions of a merger were. Special to the Advance -Times GODERICH — Equipment used by the Huron County Highways De- partment is getting older as replace- ment is delayed to try to use availa- ble money for road improvements, Huron County Engineer Denis Mer- rall told county councillors Novem- ber 2. Merrall was responding to a question from Bob Hallam, Reeve of West Wawanosh about the defer- ral of the planned. purchase of sev- eral replacement vehicles, includ- ing the county engineer's car. The county still will purchase one new tandem dump truck and several pick-up trucks. County council had set a zero per cent tax increase tar- get for the roads department, even though there are expected cut backs in provincial government support. Merrall told council that since 1991, $1.4 million has been cut from the roads budget leaving it about the sante level as it was eight years ago when he took over the engineer's job. The roads depart- ment had been at zero increase bud- geting long before other depart- ments were given that mandate, he said. "We've taken it on the chin to be fiscally responsible." In an effort to still keep up the level of new road -building and pav- ing, money had been taken from ar- eas such as equipment purchase. In- stead of resurfacing roads every eight years, such work is now being done every 15 years, he said. "We're trying to take everything and make it stretch as long as possi- ble," Merrall said. In addition there are several re- tirements of valued staff this corn- ing year. It leaves the department in a quandry as to whether to replace these people or not. But a day of reckoning is com- ing, he warned. "We are going to be in a crisis mode next year based on what I heard this week (about government funding)," Merrall. said. Someday the old equipment is going to have to be replaced and Merrall worried that the money might not be available at that time. Poppy campaign first started by vets in 1922 List of Advertisers to be found in this week's eht 1:1: ittgbain AbbanagrZititeti All Wall Construction A. R. MacDonald Const. Askes Bros. Const. Bali Training . & Consulting Inc. Bell's Pizza & More Brian's valu mart Bridge Motors Brussels Motors Inc. C.A.M.C. Bookkeeping C.E. MacTavish Ltd. Campbell Heating Service Canadian Crane Clinton Community Credit Union Coldwell Banker Cowan Printing Craig Hardwood Cullen, John Chev Olds Geo Dave's Aluminum Davidson Well Drilling Doane Raymond General Motors Hillside Hearing Hodgins Homecare Homuth Optometrists Howick Homes Huron Fuel Injection Huronview/Htironlea Irwin Small Engine's Keil Insurance Joe Kerr Construction. Kemp Auctions Kikkert, Jake Auctions Laurentian Sank Len Metcalfe Auctions Lewis Flowers Macintyre Bakery McBurney Funeral Home McGlynn, Bernie Lumber Mclntee Real Estate McPhee IDA Pharmacy Ministry of Natural Resources Montgomery Mechanical Moran Mechanical Moms Township Newell, John Construction North Huron Credit Union Old Mill, The Pletch Electric Primetime Country Reid & Associates Rosalind's Fashion Ave. Royal Canadian Legion Branch 180, Wingham Scharfe Realty Sewing Galore Stainton Home Hardware Stapleton Interiors Total Indulgence Town of Wingham Union Gas Vance's Guardian Drugs Ward & Uptigrove Wingham PUC Wingham Advance -Times Wingham & District Hospital Wingham Drive -In. Cleaners Wingham Golf & Curling aub Wingham Horticultural Society. Wingham Chiropractic Centre Wingham Mini. Mart. Every year, for about two weeks prior to Remembrance -- Nov. 11 -- the Royal Canadian Legion con- ducts the Poppy -Remembrance Campaign. ' Poppy emblems were first made in 1922 by disabled veterans under the sponsorship of the Department of Soldiers Civil Re-establishment. Poppy material is still made at sheltered workshops run by Vete- rans' Affairs Canada in Montreal and Toronto. The work provides a small source of income for disabled ex -servicemen and their depen- dents, allowing them to take an ac- tive part in maintaining the tradi- tion of remembrance. The Poppy -Remembrance Cam- paign is intended to remind Canadi- ans of the debt they owe those who died in the military and merchant navy service of Canada during two world wars and the Korean War. Donations received during the cam- paign a;e placed in trust accounts and used throughout the year to as- sist needy veterans, ex -service members and their families. Former members of the Commonwealth and Allied military services also may be eligible to receive benefits from these funds. Donations are not mandatory and in some cases -- as for example with school children -- poppies are distributed solely to perpetuate the tradition of remembrance among Canadians without any expectation of remuneration. During the annual campaign, some 15 million poppies are dis- tributed across Canada. Activities supported by dona- tions to the Poppy. Trust Fund in- clude: =-assigning 'needy veterans, ex - service members and their families; --purchasing medical appliances; —funding medical research and training; - -providing bursaries to the chil- dren and grandchildren of veterans and ex -service members and; - -funding accommodation and care facilities for veterans, seniors and disabled persons. (Provided by Dominion Com- mand of The Royal Canadian Le- gion) Starting November 27th in Wingham!! ARE YOU UNEMPLOYED AND LOOKING FOR HELP IN SECURING A SUITABLE POSITION? • Join an exciting and successful FREE 3 week job search training program. • Learn self -marketing and job search skills provided by industry Professionals. • Proven results: 75% of our participants are success fully employed within 3 months!!! Training provided by: Ball Training & Consulting Inco Funded by Human Resources Development Canada Contact Listowel Canada Employment Centre 291-2920 or 1800-2653595 Corporation of the Township of Morris Notice to the taxpayers of Morris Township The final installment of the 1995 Property Taxes is due Wednesday, November 15, 1995 binds PQ Sp Crystal & Adrienne wish to h you ave for your Christmas & New Years parties. Book now with Adrienne for your wash and blow dry/set and receive your choice of manicure or makeup application with Crystal, all for 820.00* Up do is extra • Gift Certificates Available ti Adrienne's HAIR DESIGN 302 Josephine Street Wingham Adrienne's 357-3894 Crystal's 357-1620 'offer good until December 30, 199 "SUCCESS" Is Simple It's Advertising Call 357-2320 The Wingham Advance Times COMMUNITY CALENDAR S.onsored uurrie, 333_1;2.; Wingham, 1; -22h3h INSURANCE BROKERS (Wingham) Ltd. 1 ',Ic wrl,' )1-5it111 "INSURING TOMORROW TODAY Bill Keil Wednesday Nov. •Wingham United Church Annual beef dinner, 5 and 7 p.m. sittings •The Huron County Long -Term Care Committee plans for long-term care • services for Huron County residents. Meeting at 9:30 a.m. at OMAFRA office, Clinton. Everyone welcome. Thursday. Nov. 9 •The Wingham Town Hall Heritage Theatre presents Centre Stage "Murray McLaughlin" in concert, 8 p.m. Winner of 11 Juno awards. Tickets, Triangle Discount or Ernie King Music. • A Back Education course will be offered at Wingham & District Hospital, 7-9 p.m. in hospital gymnasium. Participants require a family doctor's referral to attend course and registration and payment required prior to course date. For more info,phone Mary Skinn, 357-3210, Ext. 293. Friday, Nov. 10 •4th Annual Christmas Shopping spree, local crafters. Corrie Community Hall, 2-7 p.m. •Dance at Bluevale Hall. Ladies please bring lunch., Everyone welcome. Saturday, Nov. 11 •Remembrance Day Service, Legion Hall, 10:30 a.m. All members meet at Legion Hall 10:15 a.m. • Remembrance Day Legion Banquet; comradeship, 6-7 p.m.; supper 7 p.m. Guest speaker. Tickets 56 at door. All members are asked to attend to observe the 50th Anniversary of the end of World War 11. *11th Annual Formosa Craft Show and Sale at Formosa Community Centre, 9:30 a.m.4:30 p.m. *Home Business Exhibitibn at Listowel Agricultural Hall, 10 a.m.-4 p..m. Moeda j. Nov. 13 •Christmas Craft Sale until Nov. 18, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. , RR 1 Wingham, across from Kerr's Construction, county road 7. • Farm Residential • Competitive Rates • Inspection Service • Auto Poulan Pro • Chain Saws FREE Carrying case, hat & extra chain ($75.00 value) when you purchase one of these models 210 - 36cc - 14" Bar 255.40 cc - 16" Bar 295 - 46cc -16 Bar SAVE $30.00 PLUS FREE hat, & extra chain ($75.00 value) when you purchase one of these models 310-50 cc-18"Bar 365-60 cc-20"Bar 405 Plus - 65 cc - 20" Bar R.R.#5 Luck now, NOG 2110 a,(519)357-4360 Vii,: Located 21/2 miles north of Whitechurch (on paved Road) go e, Other models also available . while supplies last. Your Authorized Poulen Pro Dealer: 5 it HOSPITAL HIGHLIGHTS A review of activities at WINGHAM AND DISTRICT HOSPITAL Halloween Thank You's NOVEMBER 13 Teen Volunteers Diabetes education programme B.S.E. Video Hospital Auxiliary To Brian's valu-marl for donating the pumpkins to first floor residents for carving on halloween Day. To the forty-one school children who visited the Continuing Care Unit on halloween evening to share their excitement with the residents. To staff who 'dressed up' for the Costume Parade. On Monday November 13, 1995 the hospital will be operating with reduced staff and services due to Remembrance Day. On Saturday, October 14th, twenty-one teen volunteers participated in a rigorous full-day orientation program with special emphasis on WHMIS and fire safety training. The coordinator for this program Is Esther Howson and any teen interested in joining can contact her at 357-3210. Christmas Tree Decorations An educational program reinforcing the attitude that diabetes is a life-long condition that can be controlled through proper education of patients and their families. The next class will be offered Monday, November 27, 1995, 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and Tuesday. November 28, 1995, 8:45 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and Tuesday. November 28, 1996, 8:45 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. A physician's referral is required to attend. Please contact B. Major-McEwan at 357.3210 for further information. A video on Breast Self -Examination is available for loan of purchase (at nominal fee) from the hospital. This excellent teaching video was produced by the National Cancer Institute. Contact N. Brown or W. Woodley at 357-3210. Congratulations to Made Phillips who received a Provincial life membership from the hospital Auxiliaries Association of Ontario at Its annual meeting in Toronto on November 7th. The next general meeting will be held on Monday, November 27th et 1:30 p.m. in the board room. Christmas tree balls with hospital name and crest are available for $5.00 each at the Auxiliary Gift Shop. purchase ane for your own Christmas tree or make a donation to the hospital Christmas tree. emigre. To Barbara Malor-McEwan, Director of Nutrition & Food Services, who recently received her Certified Management Accountant ulattons designation. n$ l/ A!'::/f //10 !.•////r •