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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Times Advocate, 2005-08-24, Page 22 Exeter Times -Advocate Wednesday, August 24, 2005 Regional wrap up Ontario Trilllium Foundation strikes Huron County HURON — Over $675,000 is going to 20 charitable and not-for-profit organizations in Huron, Perth, Grey and Bruce Counties. According to The Huron Expositor, The Ontario Trillium Foundation is giv- ing, just to name a few The Van Egmond House in Egmondville $20,500 to reno- vate a shed for an educational centre, the Huron County Library is receiving $15,000 and the Goderich Rotary Club is getting $43,500 of the money. Third annual Legends Day coming up CLINTON — On Aug. 28 some of Canada's best har- ness drivers will race, supporting local health care according to the Clinton News - Record. Canadian Horse Racing Hall of Fame drivers including John Campbell, Jim Doherty and Bud Fritz will be there. Post time for the trot is 1:30 p.m. The day also includes a silent auction, barbeque, concert and an autograph session. This year they're hoping to raise $20,000. SH grad named to women in business directory Former SHDHS student Deborah Clarke was recent- ly named to the Women in the Lead business directo- ry. (photo/Pat Bolen) By Pat Bolen TIMES -ADVOCATE STAFF WYOMING — Former South Huron District High School student Deborah Clarke was named to the Richard Ivey School of Business Women In The Lead directory earlier this summer. The directory summa- rizes the resumes of Canadian businesswomen who are eligible and will- ing to serve on boards of directors, Clarke attended SHDHS from 1973 to 1977 and went to school in London for travel and tourism. Six years in the business was followed by nine years as an entrepreneur owning a Mini Maid cleaning franchise, writ- ing a book called "Live Your Dream" and work- ing as a consultant. Clarke continued to pur- sue new career goals, going back to university at Western to become a Certified Management Accountant (CMA), which opened new doors for her, including working with the Sarnia-Lambton municipal government. She is now working with CMA Ontario in market- ing and communications. Clarke said she wrote the book at a transition phase of her life. "I had one career fin- ished in travel already...all my goals were caught up and I was only 26 years old. And it felt like it was the end of the story book when they say 'dot, dot, dot and they lived happily ever after.' But I was way too young for that. So I started writ- ing. "I was always setting pretty tough goals for myself," said Clarke. "I think a very impor- tant key to success for everybody is finding the right balance...not sacri- ficing one area of your life for success in another." Clarke has sat on sever- al boards and boards of directors in her careers and said it was through affiliations she has made that she learned about the directory. "I thought it was a real- ly worthwhile cause because we need more women on boards of directors." She is halfway through her current goal of com- pleting her MBA. "I think it's really important we keep our education updated and Clean water conference this weekend GODERICH — A conference this weekend will dis- cuss the impact of human activity on Lake Huron. The Ashfield -Colborne Lakefront Association, the Bluewater Shoreline Residents' Association, Friends of the Bayfield River and the Huron County Health Unit have partnered to bring the community together to look at the issue. This second annual conference will take place in the Goderich Arena at 180 McDonald Street this Saturday from 8:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. The keynote speaker for the conference is Bruce Davidson of the Concerned Citizens of Walkerton. The presentations from knowledgeable speakers will cover a variety of topics to educate cottagers, resi- dents and farmers about the importance of protecting the water. Presentation topics include: • a research project to turn municipal sewage and liquid manure from farms into electricity and pathogen free water and fertilizer; • residential septic systems; • a coastal stewardship manual for property own- ers; • the latest technology to determine "real-time" beach water conditions; • sources of bacterial pollution to Lake Huron. The conference will also provide participants with an opportunity to view displays and discuss water- front living and environmental stewardship with vari- ous exhibitors and sponsors. The cost is $10 per person at the door. Bluewater council receives update By Pat Bolen TIMES -ADVOCATE STAFF VARNA — Bluewater council received an update on aggregate resources in Huron County and Bluewater Monday night. Huron County planner Claire Dodds briefed council on a project initiated by Huron County council to develop a strategy for mineral aggregate extraction. Dodds said trends show moderate growth in demand for aggregate in Huron County. "We may see demand in Huron County in the future and we have to plan for it, " said Dodds. According to Dodds, Bluewater ranks low on the list of Huron County municipalities for its amount of aggre- gate. It ranks 13 or 14, said Dodds, "not much compared to the rest of the comity." Huron County has a total of 21,747 hectares of aggre- gate deposits, "which is quite large," according to Dodds. She added over half of that area is considered uncon- strained by factors such as economic, environmental or social which would impact the ability to extract it. Dodds said the committee is reviewing comments received from the public and municipalities and will present a final report to the County of Huron. If the report is approved, each municipality can then include it in their official plans. In other business: Manager of fire services Dave Johnston said Zurich fire chief Rick Fisher has requested consideration be given to the replacement of the Zurich 1981 rescue van. Johnston said a used or converted unit will be suitable and can be obtained and refurbishing for under $50,000. Council passed a motion authorizing Fisher to begin looking at prices for the vehicle. keep learning and see where it takes you. "I believe in the old say- ing 'if you want to get something done ask a busy person.' When you're organized and have goals set and dead- lines you just make things happen." Clarke said she enjoys helping people in any capacity. Although she is in a marketing job, "I always find my way to counsellor, helping people to grow. And I really, really enjoy that part." With her first book almost 20 years old, Clarke said she finds it amazing there is still interest in it and is con- sidering writing another. "If you think of 50 to 75, it doesn't seem so long for some reason...but there is a lot that can be done in there. So I think that is the next book...I think there is something there that is worth investigating further." Zurich hosts Bean Fest Continued from front page The official opening ceremonies kick off a busy afternoon at noon on the main stage, fol- lowed by a performance from Potentially Wasted from 12:15 - 1:15 p.m. Performances from Klash the Klown, the Lincolnaires and Rural Roots will follow on the main stage. The popular Dr. Wallace's Frog Jumping Contest starts at 3 p.m. at the C.G. Farm Supply lot. Participants are remind- ed to bring their own frogs. 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