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Times-Advocate, 1987-06-10, Page 9I Set 1987 tax rate Water restrictions in villnne Restrictions on the use of water in the village of Lucan have been put in- to effect a month earlier than usual- ly Mainly sual-lyMainly because of the extreme dry weather. Lawn watering is completely bann- ed and sprinkling of gardens and new sod is limited to every other day with no water to be used on Sundays. In his comments to council, reeve Norm Steeper said, "The thing that is utmost in our minds has to be our water shortage and all of the pro- blems that parallel disruption of -such a vital service. A number of actions have been taken in this regard to en- sure a supply is maintained not only for normal domestic use, but for emergency use as well." Steeper continued, "Following the passing of a revised water restricted use bylaw, it was telt clarification of its contents was needed. The clerk then issued a letter of explanation to residents under my signature." "Having instituted the bylaw a month earlier I did not feel it was in our best interests to go around pass- ing out fines immediately. Rather _ with discretion we talked with people Norm mom Parri-s a7li'ri. BEST IN LUCAN GOLF —Arden Shantz presents the low gross trophy in Wednesday's Lucan Businessmen's golf tourney to Mike Geohagen. urging their understanding and co- operation. For the most part this ap- proach has been successful. However there exists a very small core who are not complying and putting all at risk", the reeve added. In conclusion on the subject Steeper said, "Beginning June 1 we are now issuing charges to anyone who per- sists in inappropriate use of water as set out in the bylaw. Again I stress the number of cases on non-compliance is very .small. The fines have been raise�Trom $25 tomato stress the seriousness of the matter." Council is -also taking other action to improve the supply of water. These steps include researching the legali- ty of using private swimming pools as emergency reservoirs, preparing a list of emergency resources, discuss- ing with engineers a previous pro- posal to expand the reservoir at the pumping station and the possibility of putting in extra pumps to get well water into the village. Council is considering a recommen- dation from reeve Steeper that a meeting be set up with the Lake Huron Pipeline Commission during the next week. This is in view of Lon- don's need for an expanded piping system. To this Steeper added, "We want to be in on those plans if possible. The ministry may not be happy with our taking such an inititative, however we need a system improvement and we need it "yesterday". Tax rate set When village residents receive their 1987 tax notices, most will find an in- crease of 3.314 mills to a total overall mill rate of 63.524. This is up .5.5 percent. The increase based on an average residential property assessment of $14.000 will mean an increase of $46.:39. The new rates will raise $181,114 for village of Lucan purposes, $50,943 for the county of Middlesex, $161,375 for elementary public school, $20,197 for Times -Advocate, June 10, 1987 Page 9 put into effect a _ early to expect water from the pipeline within one year. To this reeve Steeper responded; "They told us the same thing about sewer expansion and that was 10 years ago." separate elementary school and $133,950 for secondary school purposes. Donna Rogers of the London office of Canada Mortgage and Housing at- tended the meeting to explain the Rural and Native Housing program which is now available. Under the plan housing is made available to persons who are current- ly paying more than 30 percent of their gross income for housing. She was asking council's support as one applicant had shown interest in living in Lucan. Only 15 units will be delivered this year in communities of populations under 2500 in the counties of Oxford, Lambton, Elgin and Middlesex. The CMHC rep said the only other role of council would be "to make us aware of needy families who .may qualify. We appreciate referrals. Councillor Bob Hodge reported for the parks and recreation committee. Approval has been given to purchase roundabout playground equipment valued at $1,245.69 for the Elm Street park and two stationery barbecues at $137 each to be placed in front of the pavillion at the Market Square park. Hodge said redecoration at the Community Centre was well under- way with the current project being the Leprechaun Hall. The following grants were opprov- ed: Huron Country Playhouse $150: Lucan Businessmen's golf tourna- Flower service at United Church The Sunday School hosted the con- gregation in their annual flower ser- vice at Lucan United Church led by Sunday School superintendent Bar- bara Bannerman and teacher Wes Stanley. Barbara using the flannel graph board, taught the children's story "A visit to a farm". If you are a city child, a farm is a magical place, of animals, open spaces. lots of fresh air and good wholesome food. A chance to watch cows being milked and to help gather the eggs. This particular farm was one of the best because the elderly owners realized the importance of spirtual food for their young visitors. So every evening after supper the Bible was read, one verse was Gal. 6:7 which says "Be not deceived God is not mocked for whatever a man soweth, that shall he also reap". Whatever seed the farmer plants that is what he harvests. A dedication was made to the glory of God and in loving memory of Rev. Jewell Shaule a video monitor to be used in the christian education pro- gram of the church. Also new Bibles were presented by Dale and Linda Froats and their children and some new books for the church library. ment $25 and $50 each to St. John Am- bulance, Sa'Ivation Army, and the 4H club-- - - Don Pletch of Middlesex -Huron Engineering said it would be realistic LUCa n and district news Simon cook 227.4911 . WIN 'B' PLAYOFFS — The 'B' playoff champs in the Lucan Sunday mixed bowling league are shown here. Bock, left, Jim Smith, Rob Riley and Floyd Riley. Front, Cheryl Smith, Tracey Riley and Lynda. Riley. T -A photo h..: BEST BOWLERS — Trophies were presented to the top individual bowlers in the Lucan Sunday mixed league. Back, left, Jim Smith 329 high single, Fred Wells high average 217 and Larry Gibson high tri- ple B48. Front, Glen° Tripp 316 high single, Linda Webber 221 high average and Cheryl Smith 786 high triple. T -A photo LUCAN GOLF WINNERS Winners in Wednesday's Lucan Businessmen's golf tournament are shown here. Back, left, Brad Taylor, Arden Shantz, Todd Hayter and Ed Cornelissen. Front, Hubert Ward, George Glendinning and Mike Geohagen. T -A photo News from Revival Centre Pieter Schinkleshock, led the wor- ship service Sunday morning. He taught a new chorus Open Your Eyes. Rev. Roger Mason ministered from Ads 8:14-20, the Samaritalr Pentecost. The Pentecostal ex- perience is separate from conversion. Philip. the evangelist, preached in Samaria. When the Samaritans believed. they were baatized in water. When Peter and John heard this, they came to pray for the Samaritans to receive the baptism in the Holy Spirit. They laid their hands on the nein believers, and they received the Iloly Spirit. All believers should be empowered by the Iloly Spirit to witness for the Lord. Being baptized in the Iloly Spirit means to he immersed in the person of the Holy Spirt. The Pentecostal ex- perience is referred to in Acts 8:20 as a gift of God. Communion was served at the end of the service. Strawberries for seniors Thursday The meeting of the Sunshine and Busy Buddies groups opened in the usual way minutes were read and ap- proved. Birthday wishes went to Eva' McLean and Audrey Hodgins and Greta Gipson. Ilelen McDonald made a motion that we have our strawberry luncheon this Thursday at 1 p.m. The president made several an- nouncements. Ile thanked Harry Noels for all the little mats he donated for the (able legs, he also said the an- nual meeting will be held this coming, Thursday and there would be a strawberry supper at Brinsley June 18, Two short readings were read by, Ethel Langford 'A State of Mind' and '1 Ilave,eloliced'..Roy Zinn played several toe tapping tunes on the violin accompanied by Muriel on the piano. Meeting then adjourned to play euchre and work at crafts. The winners were drawn by (Ards; high score . - Mary Miekle and Hamiltonelfodgjns; lone hands -,Ar- old f)amen and Merna O'Neil; low core • 'Adrian Bax and Jackie yens. Craft winner was Elizabeth nlin. Rev. Roger Mason conducted the Sunday evening service. Pieter Schinkleshock led' in singing Open Your Eyes. Mr. Schinkleshock stated all must surrender to the Lord. Then receive the baptism in the Holy Spirit. Also the Ldrd wants to heal His children. Upcoming events - June 11, Thurs- day qt 7:30 p.m. - Youth Rally with Youth With A Mission drama team playing Be Radical, Be True. June 12 to 13 - Be Radical, Be True. played by youth With A Mission at Lucan Community Centre - at 7:30 p.m. Sunday at 11:00 a.m. - Special service with Youth With A Mission. GUTTER CONFUSION WIN -- The league and 'A' playoff champion- ship of the Lucan Sunday mixed bowling league were won by the Gutter Confusion team. 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