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Clinton News Record, 2013-11-13, Page 22 News Record • Wednesday, November 13, 2013 Central Huron asking county to take stand against IWT Gerard Creces Clinton News -Record Central Huron is asking the county to take a stand alongside other lower tier municipalities and declare itself an unwilling host to industrial wind tur- bines (IWT). At their November 5 meeting, coun- cil debated the motion, which was put forward by Councilor Alex Westerhout last month, asking for support from higher up. While he said most people realize it is more of a symbolic gesture, there is still value to be had knowing both lev- els of government have made their stance known. Deputy -Mayor Dave Jewitt said, as a county councilor, he was not sure he could support the motion at the higher level. While he did vote in favour of Central Huron's request to the county, he said passing it at the county could set an unrealistic standard for people. Because of the amount of large scale projects that have already received Renewable Energy Approvals (REA) from the province, taking a hard stand, even if symbolic, could imply the county has the means to enforce a ban or fight the existing projects. "I see that as a paradox," Jewitt said. "I don't want to create unrealistic expectations for people." However, he said he could support a motion calling for the county to sup- port the stances of its lower tier municipalities. Coun. Alison Lobb was hesitant to support the motion because of what she saw as a weighted discussion. 111Wea-taA 7/~7,;--ak Friday, November 15 - 6:30 - 9:30pm Saturday, November 16 - 10:OOam - 4pm Come share in the spirit of Christmas and tour the magic of Seasonal Decor in the homes of Kevin and Jillian Bender -112 Princess St. Clinton Amy Leppington - 39975 Dins ley Terrace Clinton om and Martha Craig - 77864 Hwy. 4 S. Clinton Jason Hugill and Kaleigh Flynn - Soo61 Kinburn Line Clinton Clinton Kin Hall -162 Maple St. Clinton Tickets $15.00/person and available from: Clinton Kinettes Tasty Treats and Treasures and Cornerstone Spa! Proceeds to Community Betterment Because of the large number of municipal politicians in Huron County's lower tiers that have signed leases with energy com- panies, there is a whole side missing from the debate, she explained. That is unfortunate with any issue, she said, not just turbines. "I'm not sure I want turbines either," she said. "That's why I wouldn't sign (a lease agreement)" However, Lobb added, when hydro towers were placed through the county more than 20 years ago, the public had the same apprehension and ani- mosity toward them. Now, she said, they are barely noticeable. In supporting the motion, Coun. Burk Metzger said there are many problems still not resolved, including power stor- age, selloff and health. "Let's look for a minute, take a breath and work toward a long-term energy plan that makes sense," he said. Gerard Creces Clinton News Record Cadets file in during the Remembrance Day parade in Clinton Nov. 11. sal 044 Seaforth Downtown Open House Weekend November 14~17 We have gifts that Drive Float Smell Taste Gifts you Drink Wear Fix Decorate Read Dream Light Gifts you can send or receive Hours vary by store we have the spirit