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Clinton News Record, 2016-06-08, Page 7Central Huron mayor Jim Ginn to run for warden Justine Alkema Clinton News Record Central Huron mayor Jim Ginn stated his intention to run for Huron County warden at a recent Huron County council meeting. He is the first person to put their name in the running for the position. Ginn has been thinking of running for the position for the last six months or so, though he said these kinds of prestigious positions are always in the back of council- lors' minds. "There's a lot of things that have to line up in your life to take this kind of position, said Ginn. He said it's a good time for him to make this step because he has help on his farm lined up for when he's away. He also feels that Central Huron council is in good Mayor Jim Ginn hands, so he feels comfortable spending time elsewhere, though he will still remain the mayor of Central Huron as well. He noted that all the councillors in Central Huron are on at least their second term except for one, so they are an experienced council. He is also at a point in his career where he feels he has the experience to make this move. Ginn has been on council for 12 years. Six of those years have been as mayor which has him sitting on Huron County council. He was also encouraged by fellow county council members to put his name in; many of them have already served as wardens at some point. Current warden Paul Gowing will be finished his two year term in December, and Ginn doubts he will run again. He noted that being a warden is a lot of work, and two years is usually long enough for most people; there are many events and meetings to attend all over the county. They meet as a council three times a month, however there are many committee meetings as well as meetings with other wardens, cabinet ministers and more. There are 15 people on county council, which is quite a bit larger than Central Huron's council, which has eight people. Huron County council will vote for the warden in Decem- ber, so Ginn has quite a bit of time between now and then. There isn't much to prepare. He will likely ask other county councillors for their support and share his ideas with them. However since they have worked together for years, they already have a good feel for one another and what kind of warden they would be. Ginn's father, grandfather and great-grandfather were all reeves in the township at one point, so he has been immersed in local politics for a long time coming. Photo courtesy of Conrad Kuiper Around 400 students from C.H.S.S. walked all the way to Varna on June 1 for their annual "Red walk". Students gave money to participate and businesses donated, raising a total of $10,000 for the cause. There was a barbeque and activities in Varna. For most students, the walk took a total of around three hours, though some runners did it in an hour and 20 minutes. nwmo NUCLEAR WASTE MANAGEMENT ORGANIZATION SOCIETE DE GESTION DES DECHETS NUCLEAIRES NWMO Learn More Centre The Municipality of Central Huron is one of nine communities involved in a process of learning about Adaptive Phased Management (APM), Canada's plan for the safe, long-term management of used nuclear fuel. The Nuclear Waste Management Organization is working collaboratively with the community to advance preliminary assessment studies. Learn about APM, meet NWMO staff, ask questions and offer your thoughts. Drop in to the NWMO community office and Learn More Centre in Clinton. Everyone is welcome. NWMO Learn More Centre (Central Huron) 38 Albert Street, Clinton ON 519.386.6711 Monday Tuesday Wednesday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesday, June 8, 2016 • News Record 7 Photo courtesy of David Nearingburg Lions Club treasurer David Nearingburg presents a $6,300 cheque of funds raised by the event to a RBC representative. Bayfield Lions breakfast has record result David Nearingburg Special to the News Record A record crowd of more than 600 enjoyed a feast of pancakes, maple syrup, eggs, sausage and home fries as the Bayfield Lions hosted their annual Start of Summer Breakfast on Sunday, May 22 at the Bayfield Community Centre. The Lions had previously announced the profit for that day, together with any cash donations received, would be donated to the Canadian Red Cross Fort McMurray Fire Relief Fund. Little did they know that at 6:30 as they started the grills and fryers, that by day's end, individual donations in excess of $700 as well as Breakfast profits meant an amazing $3,150 would be donated. With matching federal money, $6,300 will go to help those in need. Bayfield Lions thank the Huron Egg Producers for their continued generous support of this long time Bayfield tradition. For more information on the Bayfield Lions and their upcoming events go to their website, wvvw.bayfieldlions.ca. a PARK THEATRE GODERICH 5191 524 7E11 KIR MOVE INFORMATION... www..movieliriks.ra 1-0011-16 3411 ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION .i BRANCH 140 CLINTON DECORATION DAY WEDNESDAY, JUNE 15, 2016 Service is at7:00pm at the Clinton Cemetery Service to be presided over by Rev. Randy Covey, along with Nick Vandermey We welcome all to rememberT our Veterans ✓� and loved -.10,> ones restingtat',< ✓ ce . Legion Colour Party and Clinton Pipes & Drums will be in attendance.