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The Citizen, 1994-12-07, Page 7Council accepts quote Continued from page 2 will lose the $1,000 rent for the land. The company, however, has offered to give a building on the site to the village for free. The fire department has said it could use the building for storage at the new fire hall. In his letter to council Steve Ward of Ward Cable TV said local viewers should see an immediate improvement in reception of City TV and Global once the change is made. *** Councillors contemplated whether they should be looking at tendering for insurance coverage after hearing that they're likely to face a hefty insurance jump in the 1995 policy. Clerk-Treasurer Donna White said she had been informed that heavy claims across the province for municipal insurance through the Frank Cowan Company meant there could be a jump of 25-30 per Teens target of new law Continued from page 4 50 per cent since 1991 - a staggering reversal after eight years of decline. And three-quarters of young people who smoke will become addicted by age 17. That's why the new law makes it more difficult for teens to buy cigarettes. It's now illegal to sell or supply to people under 19. It's illegal to sell single cigarettes or so-called kiddie packs containing fewer than 20. And as of Dec. 31, it will be illegal to sell tobacco from vending machines. To promote non-smoking and clear the air for children, smoking is now prohibited at young people's facilities, such as schools, day nurseries and children's hospitals. According to the province's chief medical officer of health, tobacco is still the leading cause of cancer in Ontario. Despite decades of public health warnings, tobacco accounts for 25 per cent of all fatal cancers. Clearly, the signals we send must be stronger. Health practitioners should not be in the business of selling a deadly substance. That's why the sale of tobacco is banned in health facilities including, as of Dec. 31, pharmacies. Teachers need to be good role models for our young people. That's why everyone is now pro­ hibited from smoking everywhere on school property. And parents can send the most important message of all - by not smoking and by talking openly to their children about smoking. Parents who smoke should protect the health of their children by not smoking at home or in the car - or best of all, quit. Every year thousands of people in Ontario quit this dangerous habit. When they do, the health Give Your Golfer A Gift Certificate This Christmas! Come to Bluewater Golf Course Clubhouse December 16,17 & 18 between 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. to pick up your gift certificate For more information please call 523-4525 BLUEWATER GOLF COURSE Bayfield cent. The total village coverage for village, PUC and recreation proper­ ties is about $25,000 a year. No action was taken until the actual presentation from the com­ pany is made in the new year. *** Councillors accepted the quote from H. Ten Pas Construction to build a wall to create an office for the OPP in the basement of the library. Three companies were invited to quote but only one quote was received, for $1415. This includes installation of a steel door and frame to provide security for the office. *** A public meeting will be held in February to discuss proposed development of the land behind the Brussels, Morris and Grey Commu­ nity Centre. More details will be coming later on the project. *** The first meeting of 1995 will be Monday, Jan. 2 at 1 p.m. THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 7, 1994. PAGE 7..- Another run The Huron New Democratic Provincial Riding Association met on Thursday evening to choose its candidate for the next election. Chosen by acclamation was incumbent Paul Klopp, right, who acknowledges the nomination along with Robert Huget, MPP, Minister Responsible for International Trade. (AmyNeiiands photo) benefits begin immediately and increase steadily. Within one year, the additional risk of health disease drops by one-half. Within 10 years, the risk of lung cancer drops to about half that of a continuing smoker, quitting works. With the new law, we can expect the air to be a whole lot fresher in public places like our stores, financial institutions, video and amusement arcades, laundromats, hair salons and barber shops, and public transit shelters and stations. Even in places where smoking may be permitted in designated areas, the law spells out certain conditions. This protection is essential. The fact is, second-hand smoke is linked to lung cancer in non-smokers and to respiratory problems in children and infants. Of course legislation is not the only solution to Ontario's number one health problem. It is one piece of the provincial strategy aimed at reducing tobacco use. Success depends on building public knowledge and awareness, promoting the prevention and stop­ smoking programs in our community, and the supportive work of our local public health department and neighbourhood agencies. It will take an enormous effort to restrain this killer. But the health and economic benefits are unmistakable. We can reduce the heavy burden that tobacco-related illness and disability places on our health care system. We can lessen the economic costs of absenteeism from work. We can improve the quality of life for thousands of people. Most important, we can save lives. The Tobacco Control Act is tough legislation for a tough health problem. MPP says thanks for privilege Continued from page 1 communities have had the opportunity to shape their own destinies." He also noted that programs such as Farm Plus are putting jobs and wealth back into the community. The Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs has been admired by Premier Bob Rae as being the "leanest administration of all the ministries in government and is a shining light for all ministries to show that we can get things under control," said Mr. Klopp. "This is your community, this is our community and I would like to thank all of you tonight for giving me the privilege of representing you."