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The Times Advocate, 2006-09-06, Page 22 Exeter Times—Advocate Wednesday, September 6, 2006 CEO increases role at hospital Continued from front page impressed with the loyalty the staff has to the hospi- tal and their commitment to patient care. One of the things she learned is how many "hats" the staff at South H u r on Hospital wear. Hunt said the doctors enjoy working at South Huron and the hospital has a high patient satisfaction rate. "Being here reminds me of the importance of small rural hospitals," Hunt said. One of the aspects about South Huron Hospital that surprised Hunt when she first starting working at the hospital was the high number of very sick patients that are treated. She said the high level of care pro - v i d e d comes from the exper- tise of the doctors and nurses. Hunt is also complimen- tary towards the hospital board and the foundation board, which she described as "very skilled" and "dedicated." She said both boards ensure the high quality of patient care provided and are part of the hospital's strength. "Being here reminds me of the importance of small rural hospitals." — DEB HUNT CEO SOUTH HURON HOSPITAL South Huron Hospital CEO Debra Hunt, RN, MHSC, was hired in May 2005, splitting her time evenly between the hospital and the Huron Perth Healthcare Alliance. In a change announced in August, she will now spend 80 per cent of her time with the hospital and 20 per cent with the Alliance in a move she says will allow her more time to focus on patient care and services at the hospital. (photo/Scott Nixon) Tenants given option to buy homes Continued from front page said it will become an "adult lifestyle community." Wells said Parkbridge is in the process of having all the lot lines in the park determined. When the possibility of rent increases was brought up, Wells said increases are governed by the Tenant Protection Act and Parkbridge can only increase rent by an amount determined by the government, which this year is 2.6 per cent. Repairs to homes can be reflected in rent, but Parkbridge has to go to a tribunal for that. The park will not be gated and the roads are public, Wells said. Homeowners can make improvements and upgrades to their homes, but Wells said Parkbridge wants some control over the colour of paint on the out- side of the homes. While Wells described the community as an "adult lifestyle community," he said families with children will be allowed to stay, but when selling homes to non- residents, Parkbridge won't be looking to sell to fami- lies with children. When the topic turned to the former McCurdy Public School, severely damaged by fire on Christmas Eve 2003, Wells said the building isn't worth saving. Parkbridge doesn't own the property, but Wells said the company would "like to try to buy it." He later added there are no plans for a community building "at this point." When questions turned to security issues in the park, community manager Russell Hall said Parkbridge takes security seriously and there is a Neighbourhood Watch program in effect. He said Parkbridge will secure the park as much as possible, but he also asked the community to step up and do its part. "Security is a huge issue here," he said. Wells told the Times -Advocate after the meeting that Parkbridge has already had inquiries from people wishing to buy homes in the park and he said he thinks there is a lot of interest from current residents. He said there are many residents who have lived in Huron Park for a long time, some as long as 30 years, who like living there and want to stay. He said the homes in Huron Park are older than what Parkbridge is used to and they will be the compa- ny's most affordable prop- erties. Wells added Huron Village Green will be a great opportunity for affordable hous- ing and an ideal retirement area. REGIONAL WRAP UP Montreal band wins battle BLYTH — A Montreal band has won the 2006 Canadian final of the Global Battle of the Bands competition, according to The Citizen. Broken Hearted was crowned Best New Band in Canada last month after beating out 24 bands across the country. They will compete in the World Final Dec. 10 to 12 at the Astoria Theatre in England. They will also go on world tour and receive $100,000 US. The 2006 national director Jeff Nesbitt says he is confident Broken Hearted will represent Canada well but says the crowd turn -out could have been bigger. "It was a little disappointing, because you always hope for a good crowd," says Nesbitt, adding although the weather didn't co-operate, "I was really happy with how the show went. The bands did a really great job, and they put on a really great show." Second place went to Saigon Hookers from Kitchener. Astronaut from Sarnia claimed third. London band Abandoned Souls took fourth place and Goderich band Boy in December rounded out the top five. Emu on the loose in Parkhill area PARKHILL — An emu has been spotted several times during the last couple of weeks running loose north of Parkhill. The Parkhill Gazette reports most sightings have been in and around a bog area near West Corner Drive and the Prance Road area. The bird, a native of Australia has also been seen on Mark Settlement Road. Parkhill area resident Connie Masschelein says she has attempted call- ing several people, hoping they have lost an emu but has not been suc- cessful in locating the owner. Emus are brown but after molting may appear black in colour. The bases of their feathers are white. Most emus in Canada are found in zoos. Kirkton Fall Fair KIRKTON — The annual Kirkton Fall Fair kicks off this Friday with entries received at the Kirkton- Woodham Community Centre from 8:30 a.m. until noon. Viewing exhibits goes from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. General admission is $5 Friday and Saturday, although Friday night patrons will receive a free pass for Saturday. The parade starts Saturday at 11 a.m. Many activities are planned for the day including a 4- H Achievement Day, the popular pet show, the baby show at 12:30 p.m., the open beef show, children's entertainment, a scarecrow contest, a Spiderman obstacle course and slides. The pedal tractor pull is at 2 p.m. The demolition derby is Sunday at 1 p.m. Admission is $7, with those 12 and under free if accompanied by an adult. Call Bernie Benoit at 229-6931 for more information. r. til N ]IUR Nr. rs Corporation of the Municipality of Huron East REVISIONS TO THE 2006 PRELIMINARY LIST OF ELECTORS Notice is hereby given that the Preliminary List of Electors for the Municipality of Huron East, indicating the names of those persons entitled to vote at the Municipal Elections,will be available for review upon request at the following location, commencing Tuesday September 5th, 2006. Municipal Office, 72 Main Street South, Ontario Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Electors should examine the list to ensure that their names and relevant information are correctly shown. Applications for inclusions, additions, corrections to, or deletions from the list may be made by an elector by completing and filing a form available at the Office of the Clerk, 72 Main Street South, Seaforth, Ontario during regular office hours, Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. commencing September 5th, 2006. The last day for filing applications concerning inclusions, additions, corrections, or deletions is Monday, November 13th, 2006 at 8:00 p.m. J.R. McLachlan, Clerk Municipal Office, 72 Main Street South, Seaforth, Ontario. 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