The Citizen, 2016-03-17, Page 9THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, MARCH 17, 2016. PAGE 9.
Wild weather troubles local syrup producers
PEOPLE AROUND
LONDESBORO
By BRENDA
RADFORD
Call
523-4296
Saturday was such a sunny
pleasant day that I went for a walk
about the village. Spring signs were
everywhere. I noticed buds on
several smaller trees/shrubs. Plenty
of snowdrops have poked their tiny
blooms through the grass and I saw a
small patch of crocus offering a bit
of colour.
Shady spots still harboured some
patches of snow which will surely
thaw this week. Lots of news this
week about the tundra swans
stopping in our area on their way
north. I think the robins came home
with them for I've spotted several in
recent days.
Unfortunately our unusual
weather has made the making of
maple syrup unpredictable this
season. Some producers may already
have taken down their lines. And it
has been the shortest season ever for
some ski resorts. Mind you in spite
of the warmth, Hullett Central
Public School did get their trip to
Hockley Valley in and weren't
disappointed with their day.
Keep your eyes out this week for
the children enjoying their March
Break and the milder temperatures. I
noticed some soccer balls, bikes and
roller blades being used.
There will be a community drop-
in this coming Saturday, March 19,
in support of the Laxton Family who
Preemptive spirit day
Hullett Central Public School students didn't miss out on celebrating the greenest of special
occasions, St. Patrick's Day, as the school had a spirit day last Friday, just before March
Break. Students donned their greenest, most Irish paraphernalia to celebrate the day a week
ahead of the rest of the world. (Shawn Loughlin photo)
Council approves CIC position
By Shawn Loughlin
The Citizen
Central Huron Council has
officially approved the hiring of a
new Community Improvement Co-
ordinator for the municipality, but
the job description is not yet
complete.
The issue was discussed last week
at Central Huron's first council
meeting of the month, with a number
of decisions left to be made.
Councillors had several questions
in regards to the position, including
if there would be any co-operation
between Central Huron and
neighbouring Bluewater on the
position, what kind of schedule the
successful applicant would keep and
the position's responsibilities.
Councillor Dan Colquhoun said
that the input of Genny Smith,
former West Ward councillor whose
resignation was also accepted that
night, would be valuable in creating
the position's job description. Smith
has been involved in economic
development for years and left her
council position due to her new job
with Blyth Cowbell Brewing
Company.
"I think [Smith] would be a very
valuable tool for this job
description," Colquhoun said.
Smith first met with Mayor Jim
Ginn, advising him that she would
be resigning her council seat, as a
result of her new job opportunity.
In an interview with The Citizen,
Smith said that with her new
position, she would be unable to
commit the time, energy and effort
that ratepayers expect from their
councillor.
Councillor Marg Anderson said
she was concerned about how many
hours would be committed to the
Clinton and Central Huron BIA,
which has been a source of concern
for council for years, especially
since the position was expanded to
include the rest of the municipality
and not just the town of Clinton.
The BIA has also asked to have
representation on the hiring
committee in order to have input in
council's final choice to fill the
position.
Several councillors stated that they
hoped the hours would be flexible,
but also accounted for.
While some weeks may be heavier
than others due to a number of
different factors, council hoped that
regular reporting back to council
would also be part of the position's
mandate.
Ginn said he anticipated the job
description would be complete for
council's next meeting,
which is scheduled for Monday,
March 21.
He added that Central Huron's
involvement in Communities in
Bloom over the years should also be
part of the new position and several
councillors agreed.
The issue will return to council
next week and once the job
description is decided upon, council
will proceed to advertise for the
position and search for potential
candidates.
The best service around
While patrons can wait for their food, members of the
Auburn and District Lions Club encourage people to sit
down and take a load off at their breakfast fundraisers, like
the one held on Sunday, so volunteers like Audrey
Patterson can deliver all the ingredients of a great meal
directly to the table. (Denny scop photo)
lost their home last month to fire.
The Londesborough Lions Club will
be on hand cooking up hot dogs and
hamburgers. Funds for the family
will be raised through a silent
auction of donated items. For more
information, you might give
Heather Van Dorp or Kendra Wilts a
call.
Londesborough United Church
will hold its annual Songfest the
evening of April 3. This year's
featured performers are The Honey
Sweethearts, The Glister Children's
Choir, Country Serenade,
Londesborough's own Tom Pollard
and the mother/daughter duo,
Shelley and Elizabeth Haist. Mark
your calendars for this evening of
musical inspiration.
Church board set
to meet on April 5
When the children gathered at the
front of the sanctuary to spend some
time with Rev. Fletcher at
Londesborough United Church on
Sunday, March 13, they learned that
Terry had been helping his daughter
pack up her apartment in Toronto in
preparation for a move to Vancouver.
She will be leaving with only one
suitcase and Terry questioned the
wisdom of leaving so much behind.
However she showed her father a
small plastic card she carries in her
wallet that has a picture of Christ on
it.
She assured her father that that
card was her comfort, knowing God
and His love was always there for
her. As long as she has that card she
feels she has enough; other `stuff'
can be bought. Terry encouraged the
children to remember that God is
always there for them too.
Appropriately the next hymn was
"One More Step Along the World I
Go".
Rev. Fletcher's message to the
adults, "The Good Portion", was
based on the familiar story of
Christ's visit to the home of Martha
and Mary. This story is found in
Luke 10: 38-42.
What a blessed thing to have
Christ in your home, we would
think. However in Christ's time
Jewish men held women in low
regard. They felt the teachings and
learning of the law were man's
domain. Women should not be
listening to Christ's conversation as
Mary did. Perhaps that is part of why
Martha resented Mary not helping
her with serving the men.
Both women received reassurance
from Christ. Martha's work and
Mary's learning were both Christian
work. We need to recognize Jesus
was a radical realizing change was,
is always necessary and important
for growth. We need to be open to
the learning Christ provides to make
us whole. And use our particular
gifts to build up community and
strengthen our spiritual family.
Rev. Fletcher reminded
congregants that balance makes one
productive.
Londesborough United's food
drive will wrap up on March 20,
Palm Sunday. Try to support this
outreach initiative.
Londesborough United's Official
Board will meet on April 5
beginning at 7:30 p.m.
Everyone is invited to enjoy the
family friendly movie, "Snowmen"
in the church basement on Thursday
evening, March 17. Be settled in
with your cuddly blankets and
pillows by 7 p.m. Snacks and drinks
will be provided.
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