The URL can be used to link to this page

Home My WebLink AboutThe Times Advocate, 2004-05-12, Page 22 Exeter Times—Advocate Wednesday,May 12, 2004 Regional wrap up Budget talks GODERICH Goderich Mayor Deb Shewfelt used the town's final budget session May 3 as an opportunity to call on the federal gov- ernment for additional funding. The Goderich Signal - Star reported Shewfelt called on Prime Minister Paul Martin to fulfill an earlier promise concern- ing a new deal with communities by return- ing a portion of the gas tax in order to allow municipalities to cope with the extra stress of downloading. Wind energy SEAFORTH — If attendance is any indi- cation, change is in the wind. The Huron Expositor reported more than 200 area residents came out to Holmesville hall April 27 to hear the Huron County Federation of Agriculture's presenta- tion on wind energy. In the past few months, several area farmers have been approached by 22 Degree Energy Corp., which is currently ask- ing property owners to lease property in order to begin a feasibility study for a large-scale wind farm. Investigation CLINTON — Steven Truscott is one step closer to clearing his name. The Clinton News - Record reported Justice Fred Kaufmann sub- mitted his investigation of the Truscott murder appeal to the Department of Justice Canada at the end of April. Now that the investi- gation is received, Pascale Boulay, spokesperson for Justice Canada, said the applicant will receive a copy of the investigation and will be asked to report on the document. Water options NGHAM — There is an exception to the rule, "If it isn't broken, don't fix it." That is when the province has mandated a change. The Wingham Advance -Times report- ed in the case of water systems in Belgrave, the driving force for upgrades is not the quality of the water. Hydrogeological investigations have concluded the Jane and McCrae wells are not under the influence of surface water, and the Humphrey well is influ- enced by surface water but has adequate filtra- tion in the aquifer. The Big Brothers/Big Sisters of South Huron held its annual general meeting at Catering By Barbara in Grand Bend May 6. Pictured above are the organization's officers and directors for 2004. In front from left are directors Kim MacLachlan and ShirleyAndraza and president Heather Alcock; in back from left are secretary Gord Britton, vice-president Barbara Bloch -Gower and director Dwayne LaPorte. Absent is director Drew Robertson. (photo/Scott Nixon) ATaste of Huron set for September HENSALL — The South Huron Big Brothers/Big Sisters are getting ready for the 3rd Annual A Taste of Huron in Black and White. The fundraiser is Sept. 17 at the Peckerwood Farm north of Hensall on Airport Line. Plan to attend the evening of outstanding cui- sine, featuring the finest chefs, freshest regional foods combined with live jazz. Chefs include Ian Wark of the Oakwood Inn, Barbara Bloch -Gower of Catering by Barbara, Ben Sandwith of the Lakeview Cafe and teacher Greg Murray, also a founding chef at the Lakeview Cafe. Appetizers start at 6:30 p.m., with the four -course meal at 7:30 p.m., and dancing and a cash bar at 9:30 p.m. All food product and labour including chefs, cooks, waiters, waitresses, dishwashers, bartenders, decorating and clean-up crews, printed materials and the use of the Financial statements and library loan Continued from front page South Huron has half the reserves Huron County has, although it doesn't do half the business the county does. Mills said the purpose of reserves is to have "a smoothing effect" so there aren't huge tax increases due to capital projects. On the other hand, he said it's possible for a munici- pality's reserves to be too high — he has seen exam- ples where municipalities in poor financial shape will receive provincial help, while those in good shape are ignored. "Establish a good level of reserves," Mills said, "but don't get too carried away with it." New building fees The municipality will also eventually introduce new development charges and building permit fees as the current develop- ment charges bylaw expires Aug. 30. South Huron has hired Tunnock Consulting for $20,000 to establish the new charges and building fees. The work was planned for in South Huron's 2004 budget. Building and develop- ment manager Wayne Dale said the municipali- ty's development charges are "peanuts" compared to other municipalities and have to be looked at before July 2005. The province's Bill 124 amends the Building Code Act and states that any new fees or changes to fees after July 1, 2005, have to be justified and require a public meeting. McCurdy demolition The former McCurdy Public School in Huron Park, destroyed by fire Christmas Eve, is finally being demolished. Dale said demolition started Monday and will probably take a week to finish. He advised Huron Park residents to keep their children away from the site because it isn't safe. Subdivision zoning passes A zoning bylaw request which brought much opposition from neigh- bours in February was passed Monday night by council. The zoning bylaw is for the Durand subdivision between Somerset and Snider and sees lots one to six re -zoned from devel- opmental to residential high density special provi- sion, while lot seven is re- zoned from developmental r Usborne & Hibbert Mutual Fire Insurance Company Exeter, Ont. NOM 1S1 (Established in 1876) Provides Full Insurance Coverage for Farm Properties New Applications are Welcomed DIRECTORS & ADJUSTERS Joe Chaffe, RR5 Mitchell 348-9705 Ron Feeney, RR 2 Dublin. 345-2360 Larry Gardiner, RR2, Staffa 345-2678 Jack Hodgert, RR1, Kirkton229-6152 Michael O'Shea RR3 Granton 225-2600 Morris Willows, RR2 St. Pauls. 393-6548 AGENTS Wayne Mayer Exete 235-1915 David Moore, Dublin 345-2512 Barb Worden, Dublin. 345-2777 Joseph Uniac, Mitchell 348-9012 Head Office, Exeter. 235-0350 to residential low density holding. Twenty units on six townhouse lots and one single-family resi- dence are planned for the area, which consists of 1.35 hectares. The devel- opment is geared towards seniors. South Huron clerk Sandra Strang said Huron County approved a plan of subdivision for the project and the appeal period has passed. There is also a 20 - day appeal period for the zoning bylaw South Huron passed Monday night. Peckerwood Farm have been donated. Many other products and services have been discounted. Nearly 100 per cent of your donation goes direct- ly to programs, events, and supplies for the chil- dren of Big Brothers/Big Sisters. Tickets go on sale in June and are $50 per per- son. Group bookings are available. Visit the Web site at www.shbbbs.on.ca and click on Funding and Taste of Huron for more information. For more information on the menu and entertainment, call the office at 235-3307 closer to the date. Business Directory REPAIRS Sewing Machine REPAIRS to all makes Free estimates 90 Day Warranty Experienced since 1952 Sew and Save Centre Ltd. 149 Downie St., Stratford Phone 271-9660 Safety Recall 10 different Mastercraft axes MaSieraft Canadian Tire is voluntarily recalling a total of 10 Mastercraft branded axes. It has been determined that due to manufacturing inconsistencies, some of the units may develop loose heads, possibly causing the head to detach from the handle. Below is a list of the 10 different products affected by the recall. All were sold between July 2002 and April 15, 2004. Products purchased before and after these dates are not affected. Item 21/4 -Ib axe 21/2 -Ib axe 4 -Ib axe 1 3/4 -Ib 18" axe 31/2 -Ib 36" axe Product No. 57-5108-2 57-5112-0 57-5117-0 57-5106-6 57-5116-2 Item 5 -Ib 36" axe 6 -Ib maul 8 -Ib maul 1 1/4 -Ib hatchet Axe splitter Product No. 57-5123-4 57-5126-8 57-5128-4 57-5104-0 57-5127-6 How to identify this product The Mastercraft axes and mauls being recalled can be identified as follows: 1) Product number appears on a label on the handle of the axe or maul 2) It was purchased between July 2002 and April 15, 2004 Action to take if you have purchased this product Canadian Tire has not been notified of any safety incidents relating to these products, but given the potential safety issue, is requesting that customers discontinue the use of this product immediately and return it to their nearest Canadian Tire store for a full refund. 0E04-0173