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Prior to joining the Credit Union, Bob achieved extensive sales, marketing and operational experience within the financial services sector through various management level positions held over the past 25 years. Most recently Bob was employed at a Credit Union in Southwestern Ontario in the capacity of Chief Operating Officer. Heartland Community Credit Union Limited is a full service, community based and operated financial institution, committed to meeting the needs of our owners/members. We truly offer a "different" way of banking. He artland Community Credit Union Limited Head Office, Clinton 48 Ontario Street, P.O. Box 310 Clinton, ON NOM 1L0 Ph. (519) 482-3466 Fax (519) 482-3743 clintoncu@heartlandcommunitycu.on.ca Exeter Branch 118 Main Street, Exeter, ON NOM 1S3 Ph. (519) 235-0640 Fax (519) 235-0261 exetercu@heartiandcommunitycu.on.ca Listowel Branch 161 Inkerman Street W. Listowel, ON N4W 1C8 Ph. (519) 291-6189 Fax (519) 291-6191 listowelcu @ heartlandcommunitycu.on.ca Websitel www.heartlandcommunitycu.on.ca PAGE 6. THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 2, 2002. HE follows up on premier's announcement By David Blaney Special to The Citizen Huron East lost no time in following up Premier Ernie Eves announcement that the province would soon be creating tax-incentive zones in the hopes of stimulating economic growth. At the Sept. 24 council meeting Mayor Lin Steffler announced that an initial letter expressing interest had already been sent to the premier. "The announcement was made on Tuesday, Aug. 20," said economic development officer Bonnie LaFontaine, "and by Friday I had the letter ready and the mayor signed it." By David Blaney Special to The Citizen The recent Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) conference proved an eye-opener for the councillors who attended from Huron East. One of the main topics of discussion was municipal and council liability and local councillors discovered they have a lot of it. Councillor Dick Burgess, in his report to council revealed that the workshop sessions brought home the individual liability, which each councillor acquires when elected. This liability is such that apparently some councillors from other municipalities suggested they would not have run for office had they realized the extent of their potential legal liabilities prior to being elected. Burgess stated, "The short answer (concerning council liability) is that we individually and collectively all bear the responsibility if anything wrong happens in Huron East." He then recounted examples Continued from page 2 beef was delicious and enjoyed by a great crowd. This week is Hearty Beef Bonanza. On Saturday afternoon the Branch was privileged to have Alf Sutton's open house for his 90th birthday. The crowd enjoyed the afternoon visits and light lunch. Family and friends were served a delicious roast beef dinner catered by the ladies auxiliary. Congratulations Alf. The Saturday afternoon euchre saw 10 tables of avid players. The top players of the afternoon were Stuart and Lois Chamney with 77 points. Playing well and coming in On Sept. 18, Huron East received a letter containing further information on the program. It said, "The government is inviting interested municipalities to come forward with proposals to host one of six tax-incentive zone projects." The letter continued," It will be important for communities to present a vision for sustainable local economic growth and job creation..." The letter also provided, what was referred to as, a checklist of information that should be included in any "expression of interest". Paul Nichol of the Huron Business Center and a member of the ranging from traffic accidents to skating mishaps, which resulted in court judgements and large settlements being levied against municipalities. Later in his report he said every cour alloy has to accept respor sibility personally. Burgess added, "If a councillor has special knowledge or expertise they are held to a higher level of responsibility (in that area)." He mentioned several local councillors employed in the areas of electrical, mechanical and water services to which this might apply. Mayor Lin Steffler, who also attended the conference, interjected at one point to add, "...that even if you are not aware of the problem you are still held liable." Burgess recommended that council hold a day-long workshop and bring in experts to discuss the issue of council liability. During the discussion concerning the potential workshop, councillor Fergus Kelly, another conference second were Neil Hatt and Edna McLellan. The third place couple was Gord and Louise Bosman. The lucky Ione hand winners were Lloyd Appleby (the birthday boy) and Linda Stevens. The next euchre is in two weeks. The Sunday night singles dance had over 100 enjoy the music of the Blue Diamond Trio. The Thursday night blind mixed draw darts begin Oct. 17 at 8 p.m. The Brussels Legion craft show is Nov. 2 and 3. There are a few tables remaining for exhibitors so if you are interested call Marg Bennett 887-9069. Marg is looking for donations of committee established to work on the municipality's formal `expression of interest' indicated he felt there were several areas in which Huron East might qualify. "What we think we know is that northern, remote and rural communities will be in line for the pilots," he said. "We will try to make the pitch that we in Huron East are the quintessential rural commu- nity." Nichol indicated that the reason for his uncertainty was the need for more information before the committee could come to any firm conclusions about the application. LaFontaine admitted that to some attendee said, "I really think it would be a day well spent. It really is quite scary what you hear from the lawyers." In discussing the importance of the proposed workshop Steffler touched on the municipality's environmental responsibilities. "We are on the east side of Huron County and water flows west to the lake. Every time someone sitreads manure on a field or flushes a toilet we have the potential to harm someone to the west." Councillors decided to not make the workshop mandatory for senior staff with Steffler saying, "I think that the thrust is towards councillors." Facilities Manager Graham Nesbitt also suggested, "I think it would be good for councillors to come back with questions for staff. There may be policies in place (to counter liability) that you don't know about." At the end of the discussion when Steffler asked if there were any further questions Councillor Graeme MacDonald asked facetiously, "Are you accepting resignations?" door prizes also meat draws will begin Oct. 19. Comrade David Goebel is still recovering from his broken leg. there are not many dates left in November or December if you would like to book a Christmas party. Call t he Branch to check availability. Comrade Mabel Glanville and Catrina Josling travelled to Parkwood on Saturday for the day. catrina -sang during the entertainment and the gift bags were distributed to the patients. Our thanks to all who donated items for those not as fortunate as we to enjoy good health. extent they were "flying blind" because the government had not indicated the exact nature of the proposed tax-incentives. However she, like Nichol, suggested several potential approaches under which the municipality might qualify. Both pointed to the sections of the letter, which indicated that community renewal and industrial regeneration would be key elements in selecting the pilot projects. They felt that projects to revitalize the Brussels' business district or utilize the industrial lands in Vanastra had a good chance of meeting the government's criteria. . LaFontaine also said that the current partnerships between the municipality and local business associations, and county organizations such as the Huron manufacturers and the Huron Business Centre could be factors supporting the formal 'expression of interest'. The mayor indicated that the only action required by council at this time was, "a motion to give their full support to the committee in their expression of interest. This council did with no discussion. • Councillors get eyes opened Chamneys win at euchre