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The Citizen, 2005-10-06, Page 8PAGE 8. THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, OCTOBER 6, 2005. Ready, set... Elementary students from the Central Huron region strapped on their runners to take part in the school cross country match on Wednesday, Sept. 28 at Hullett Central Public School. (Heather Crawford photo) Huron East council briefs Mayor presents draft A draft of the business plan for the beef processing and meat packaging plan was presented to Huron East council at the Sept. 27 meeting. Mayor Joe Seili said he had a meeting with Giffels Associates Wednesday, Sept. 21. The planners are expecting to have investing interest in November. Seili said construction is expected to begin in the spring of 2006. “The process isn’t easy,” Seili said. “If it was everyone would be at it.” *** Clerk-administrator Jack McLachlan announced that a new doctor is set to come to Seaforth in February 2006. This will bring the total number of doctors in Seaforth up to four. *** Council reviewed a proposed zoning bylaw. The bylaw stipulates appropriate measures for the residential zone, including permits, structures, separation (distance), and regulations. The bylaw is still in its beginning stages and has yet to be fully approved by council. *** Public works co-ordinator, John Forrest presented a recommendation that the Municipality of Huron East contract Brussels Agri Services Ltd. to install approximately 300 feet of paige wire fence and one 16-foot gate to surround the new compost facility at 41816 Roman Line for a cost of $2,200 plus GST. The recommendation was carried. *** The City of Hamilton requested support of a resolution concerning funding mechanisms to support rural and agricultural development issues. The motion to support the request was defeated. Council did not feel as though the funding mechanisms were as inclusive as they should be. Councillors felt gas price gouging and natural gas concerns were not addressed. Short Putts - By Bill Johnston Saturday, Sept. 24, four teams of four took in the 27-hole scramble tournament at the Saugeen Golf Course in Port Elgin. Two of the four teams played well enough to make it to the prize table. Participating in “C” division the team of Don Edgar, Wayne Johnston, Brian Carr and Bill Robinson came in with a score of 18 under, good for second prize. In the “D” division the team of Terry Anger, Don Rae, Terry Powell and Doug VanderWoude recorded a score of 13 under, good for third place. *** The Senior Men continued to enjoy the Wednesday morning action with 15 on hand. In first place it was a two- way tie between Gord Cerson and Ray Walker with second prize won by Bill Deans. ■ *** Shortened days have shortened the field of golfers. Wednesday Night Men's had only 12 on hand. The best score of the year was recorded as Steve West with eagles on one and four, and a birdie on number seven and five pars and a bogie on number six came in with an Low Cost Rabies Vaccination Clinics POSTPONED Huron County Clinics scheduled for October 1, 5, and 8 havebeen postponed. The Huron County Health Unit and participating Huron County veterinarians apologize for any inconvenience. For information call your local participating veterinarian or the Health Unit at 482-3416 or 1-877-837-6143. outstanding score of 31 - four under par. Closest to the pin awards went to Steve Robinson, Al Godfrey and Steve West. *** The grounds crew has been busy with an additional 10 maple trees planted. *** The Ladies’ Division has planned their closing dinner for Tuesday, Oct. 18. *** Some golfers are really keen on the game. On one of the slower days looking from fourth fairway I could hardly believe my eyes. Going down the first fairway pushing one of those modern three-wheeled baby buggies and with the clubs over his shoulder was a very keen golfer. The young one seemed to be enjoying the outdoor trip and watching Dad hit that little white ball. Even babysitting duty couldn’t keep this father from enjoying three holes of golf. *** Saturday, Oct. 1, Royal Homes had its yearly staff golf tournament with a good turnout and a good time had by all. Protecting our environment. ® Ontario When it comes to water, the expectations are clear. If your drinking water is meant for public use, you must know for certain that it’s safe. Owners and operators of certain drinking water systems must now comply with the requirements outlined in Ontario’s drinking water systems regulation (Reg. 252/05, June 2005). If the general public has access to your drinking water, whether it’s via taps, washrooms, drinking water fountains or showers, this regulation affects you. Some establishments included are restaurants, service stations, churches, arenas and seasonal residences (such as campgrounds and communal cottage developments). Clean, safe drinking water is vital to our health. Do your part to protect the quality of drinking water in your community. Tap into drinking water systems Regulation 252/05 for complete information. www. safe water, ene. gov. on. ca 1-800-565-4923