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Clinton News Record, 2014-04-02, Page 22 News Record • Wednesday, April 2, 2014 King Street options explored by county, Central Huron Gerard Creces Clinton News Record The fate of King Street is still up in the air as Central Huron and the county decide how best to configure Bayfield Road. A public meeting was held Thursday, March 27 at town hall, laying out the four main possibili- ties for the intersection. The goal of the plan is to link Bayfield Road to Railway Street, swinging it south to create a single railway crossing as opposed to the current two. The current trucking route is Bayfield to King and King to downtown. Realigning Bayfield to Railway will keep trucks out of the residential areas. Dave Gorrie, Director of Public Works for the county, explained that once the truck -eating bridge was repaired on Bayfield Road, more trucks were able to approach from that direction, necessitating the realignment of the roads. The four options presented at council ranged from making the end of King one-way onto Bay- field Road, creating a left tum lane to King, or stopping King Street at the end of Maria and create addi- tional parking at the end. One of the biggest problems Council talks strategic plan at Londesborough hall Gerard Creces Clinton News Record Central Huron held its second town hall meeting to discuss the municipality's strategic plan and budget Monday, March 24 in Londesborough. Treasurer Terri Rau led those gathered through the budget, and council's decision to limit spending to actual growth in the municipality. While assessment values are up 7.57 per cent due to MPAC's phased -in schedule, there was only .97 per cent new assessment over the previous year. All told, the budget will be $5,359,347. That figure is split between capital costs at $1,448,802 and operational costs at $3,910,545. The municipality will also be continuing on with its asset man- agement plan. The document is available to read at town hall, and lays out the state of infrastruc- ture, buildings, equipment and other municipal -owned assets. While it is not currently man- dated that council have a plan, it is necessary to qualify for many provincial grants. The strategic plan meanwhile, continues to be refined. While sustainability and sound govern- ance top the list of what people want, the plan also addresses the issues of succession plans for both agriculture and small business. As the population decreases and the tax rates go up, new growth is required to ensure there are jobs available and people to fill them. The strat-plan interviews showed more jobs as high on the wish list, and that people stay here when they are supported, and support other businesses in the area first. The meeting also touched on creating a sustainable and strate- gic direction for the REACH Cen- tre, as well as the Clinton pool reaching its life span and the work needed to be done. There was also a discussion on how best to get the community involved and pro- vide them with excellent customer service at every step of the munic- ipal process. New this year will be telephone and intemet voting for the munic- ipal election. There will be no poll- ing stations, however there will be a kiosk set up at town hall for any- one requiring assistance. There will be a full two weeks to vote. Nominations for candidates are due by Sept. 12. There will be a budget meet- ing Monday April 7 at 6 p.m. before regular council and another public budget meeting at 7 p.m. April 22. OFFICE HOURS The Office Hours for The Clinton News Record is as follow The Office Hours for The Clinton News Record is as follows Clinton Mondays - 9am - 5pm �n,o�a�.,� - CLOSED Mondays - 9am - 5pm Tuesdays Wednesdays - 9am - 5pm Thursdays - 9am - 5pm Fridays - 9am - 5pm ews Record 53 Albert St., Clinton, ON PH: 519-482-3443 www.clintonnewsrecord.com with the Bayfield Road intersection is traffic backup. Any new turning lane would potentially back traffic up onto the railroad tracks - something all parties want to avoid, especially the Goderich Exeter Railway. However, residents in the Little Eng- land neighbourhood expressed their con- cerns about having pedestrian traffic cut off with the stopping up of King Street. The land west of town along Bayfield Road is being developed, and another access road will be made in the James Street area. People have the opportunity to fill out comment forms to be part of the record for the project, and have their say in the process. Clinton and Central Huron Farmers' Market back for 2014 Longer run, more vendors for the summer market It's almost time for the Clinton and Central Huron Farmers' Market to begin again. Last year's trial market was a great suc- cess, with both customers and vendors expressing their interest in seeing the market continue. As with last year, Central Huron Coun- cil approved the market to be held in Library Park, allowing for the perfect loca- tion - downtown Clinton - for easy access and visibility. True to its name, the Farmers' Market will feature vendors who grow, create or produce their own products. There will also be room for products that compliment the fresh produce, baking and plants, supporting some local entre- preneurs in their endeavors. Local busi- ness owners also look forward to meeting the needs of customers as they browse the downtown stores. Mark Wednesdays on your calendar from May 21 to Sept. 10, as the market runs 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. all summer long. Join in the special barbecues, food tastings, children's activities and more. Non-profit groups are encouraged to contact Sandy Garnet for space to promote their projects. Applications are still being accepted from area growers for the market. For more information contact Garnet at Made in Huron at 38 Albert Street, or by calling 519-525-0671 or email madein- huroncraftsandmore@gmail.com. Crokinole season winds up in Varna Varna News Joan Beierling The Varna Crokinole Club met for their last evening of play and drew cards for partners. Dave Whyte playing solo won with 39 pts. Steve Lefaive and JackMcLach- lanwere 2nd with 31pt, 3rd place was Charles Reid and Ralph Stephenson with 27pts and 4th position was Murray Perdue and Doug Mills with a close 26. Members will meet again for an end of the season dinner at the Brucefield Com- munityUnited Church at 6 p.m. on April 8. Members may stay after for some more crokinole. The Odd Fellows in Brucefield hosted their card party on Thursday March 27. High lady was Margaret Hayter and high man was Stewart Wilson, low lady was MaryFotheringham and lowmanwas Bob Fotheringham and the most lone hands went to Ilene Townsend. Draws were won by June Thomas and George Cantelon. The next card party will be Thursday April 10 at 7:30 p.m. Everyone welcome! The Stan Lee Seniors will be hosting Tuesday Tunes at the Varna Complex on Tuesday April from 1-3:30 p.m. Coffee and cookies will be provided. Come out for some good old time music! Everyone welcome! Tyler Colclough lit the Christ Candle at Brucefield Community United Church on Sunday. Geraldine and Jack Eckel were the greeters and Willi Laurie read the First Testament reading and the minutes for missions. Worship Leader Colin Snyder had his message on "Open My Eyes". Birthday wishes were extended to Mil- dred McAsh, Weston Rathwell, Sebastion Daw and MaryFotheringham. Best wishes and congrats go to Audrey and Brian Treb- ner on the occasion of their 35th Wedding Anniversary. Dave Townsend presented Donna McBeath a thank you for sharing her gift of music and playing the piano for the last few months. Thank you to Dorothy Mcgregor for her anthem during the pres- entation of the Offering. The Lay Supervision team will meet MondayApril 7 at 7:00 p.m. The Workshop for Trustees is Saturday April 12 from 9:30 a.m. to 12 noon with lunch provided. Palm Sunday is April 13 and Commun- ion will be celebrated. The Good Friday Service will be April 18 at 7:30 p.m. and Easter Sunday Sunrise Service is at 7:30 with breakfast at 8 a.m. Regular Service will be at 10:30 a.m. Mark your calendar for Tuesday May 6 for the noon luncheon and euchre party at the Brucefield Community United Church. Tickets are printed and circulated for sale for the Annual Varna Pork BBQ for June 18/2014. Please mark your calendar and plan to attend..