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HomeMy WebLinkAboutClinton News Record, 2015-03-25, Page 88 News Record • Wednesday, March 25, 2015 BUSINESS DIRECTORY To advertise in this BUSINESS DIRECTORY Please call Dawn Johnston 519-482-3443 "More than just stumps" rU % ' TREE SER4'lC 6 RE UM • Trimming, removal & clean-up • Bucket truck service • Stump grinding • Lawn rolling • Free estimates DAVE BERNARD 519-482-3976 Mechanical Repair & Used Carr Sales as ()maio Steeei 2 ..ikonDNNI; V ILi7 519-482-8439 2we ue&t 1 ou .!i so,7,r CONCRETE FORMING COMMERCIAL * RESIDENTIAL - F t.ndalloli Floor FSnL4iirrg, • Circular Tanks • gendwiclt Waal FIRKE ESTRIATER 14i1.; , B 1. 519-523.9971 Fa,._.- I INCOME TAX BOB DIETRICH INCOME TAX SERVICE 519-236-4989 12 MARY ST., ZURICH FATTER RPENTRY rr; •511,1 Nur c& car.pirty mks.. s.. Iees.2 cal? F FrwIe 519-606-2742 Calk 519-440-2142 Dur Li ue 1 rresE Is built en SERVICE ENERGY HEATING AIR CGNDITIGNII1 - ELECTRICAL. riLUMeII1G JEFF WISE 262 B y1IoId Road. Clinton • 516-482-7002 Perth and Huron -one of the best places to live - but problems still remain A community discussion tackles the next steps in light of the recent Quality of Life Report The Social Research and Plan- ning Council, a division of United Way of Perth - Huron recently released a study on the Quality of Life - which refers to the general wellbeing of individuals and society in terms of health and happiness - in Perth and Huron County. The research found that residents live in one of the best places in the world, but problems still remain. The community event that includes breakfast, will lead a discussion about what the next steps might be. Ryan Erb, Executive Director is pleased with the registration for the event so far, "A great cross section of the community, including social service leaders, municipal staff and politicians have indicated an interest by registering for this event': Erb further commented, "The Social Research and Planning Council has quietly become one of the most important drivers of social change in this community. By providing evidence for social action and then instigating, or even leading that action, SRPC and the United Way are bringing change where it is needed most" Topics at the discussion will include lower educational attain- ment rates, high out migration rates of young adults, a lower average annual earning for full- time workers in the region (com- pared to provincial average) and an environment that falls below provincial guidelines. The Social Research and Plan- ning Council is comprised of community representatives who are dedicated to the collection, analysis and distribution of infor- mation relating to social trends and issues in Perth and Huron County. The council hopes that with this information, social and human service agencies and funders can make informed deci- sions regarding courses of action and implementation resources. More information can be found at perthhuron.unitedway. ca/social-research-planning- council/quality-of-life/ The event will take place on Thursday, March 26th, 2015 from 8:OOam, at the Arden Park Hotel. To join the discussion, please register by phone at 519-271- 7730 x228 or by email at info@ socialresearchandplanning.ca United Way Perth -Huron improves lives and builds strong local communities by bringing changes where it is needed most. United Way acts as a funder, part- ner, convener, advocate, incuba- tor and researcher while servic- ing nearly 50 supported partners. United Way Perth -Huron introduces new fundraiser United Way Perth -Huron has typically announced their Annual Campaign achievement this time of year (late February), however, this year the charity has decided to change things up a bit and introduce a new fund- raiser in April called "The Spirit of Community Celebration" where the campaign achieve- ment will be announced along with this years supported part- ners. Additionally, United Way plans to make some significant announcements about their future community impact work The 2014 Campaign Co - Chairs Chief John Bates and Wayne Smith will be on hand to share the results and thank the community for their support and the 2015 Campaign Chair will be announced. Hinting about the success of the cam- paign, Chief Bates said "It has been a privilege for me to have served as a Co -Chair for this year's United Way campaign': Chief Bates emphasized, "Thanks to incredibly generous donors within our communities, this year's campaign has seen great success. Their contribu- tions will continue to ensure that the factors that negatively affect our various communities' safety and well-being are addressed and that they remain livable and vibrant" Wayne Smith furthered this sentiment saying: "The sense of place in Perth Huron is deep and heartfelt by the people who live here, they care. That feeling made it a pleasure to have Co -Chaired this campaign". Smith also remarked "United Way is well sit- uated to be a catalyst for change in the way we meet the opportu- nities in our society and as we crisscrossed the counties that message was received with cour- tesy and attention. The commu- nity has once again reacted with generosity and trust': Ryan Erb, Executive Director is excited about The Spirit of Com- munity Celebration and explained that "we will be cele- brating all things United Way Perth -Huron: the 2014 campaign achievement, the top 15 cam- paign accounts, our amazing volunteers, agencies allocations and we will be proudly announc- ing how our United Way is plan- ning on making a greater impact throughout Perth and Huron Counties moving forward". The event will take place on Thursday, April 30th from 6-10 pm at the Arden Park Hotel. Tickets are $45 and the proceeds will help to kick start the fall campaign. For more informa- tion or to purchase tickets, visit www.perthhuron.unitedway.ca. Donations are still being accepted at the United Way office located at 32 Erie Street, Stratford, online at perthhuron. unitedway.ca, and by phone 1-877-818-8867 until March 31st, 2015.