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The Goderich Signal-Star, 1974-11-28, Page 4 (2)a 'FAME 4A—GAIDERICH SIGNAL -STAR, THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 28' 1974 BiI1 ' C i air �..... continued from page 1 substantial, are not sufficient to merit the cost of a fulltime mayor. • (d) What salary should a fulltime mayor 'receive. The mayor can be likened to a Director or Executive of a Corporation and when a municipality has reached the point where a fulltime mayor is., required, then the salary should° be commensurate with the position. (e) Would the election of a fulltime mayor ' serlouely reduce the number of eligible men and women in the com- munity who could serve? No, I don't think so. Unfor- tunately there will always be only a limited number of people in actual fact who can devote, the necessary time away from their chosen profession. It is not a guaranteed job, as we serve at the pleasure of the electorate, which 'could be for as little as a two year term. Therefore, be it fulltime or part • time, regardless of salary, • I don't feel it'would effect the r mber of people running for 'public office and the f • • mayor: * * * , (a) Are -local councils well . enough informed about the happening& at county coun- cils? Yes. I believe they are; through the various news media and direct report to their respective councils. (b) Should ,G.dderich representatives on county council be more' pafochial in their participation there, or should they strive for a wider and -more general understan- ding- of all municipalities - within the county and those problems peculiar to the county system? A representative to county council should, ~I 'feel, have as his first interest, those- local matters which affect the tax dollar of the municipality which he represents. But, he also.. has a duty to maintain an open mind and consider the problems of others. (c) Should Goderich representatives° to county. council make regular reports to. their *colleagues about ,county business? Perhaps a More detailed report could be made, but in v most cases. I , feel .that the representatives have reported any pertinent information to their .'colleagues. * * * 4. (a) There have been problems in the past two years between neighboring municipalities. In your opinion: is ',there a real problem? No. Not really. We must keep in mind. that there will always be a certain amount of jealousy between Goderich and the bor- derig townships.. We are f the county seat. We receive a sub- stantial road rebate (though some forget that we not only contribute a large share, but maintain our own roads). However, we 'deed each other for recreation, churches, shop- ping, fire protection, etc. (b) If yes, how do you propose to work towards correcting It? Communications. *** 5(a) Are taxes in Goderich -unusually high? No. (b) If no, explain' why you think local taxes are In line. My work takes ole in and out many communities and I can honestly say that we do not have to take a back seat to anyone when you compare ser- vices received for dollars, paid 6.('a) Is _Goderich's road program adequate? , No. (b) if not, why not? We have an old town with nrariv streets outdated forthe arnount,of traffic and use they receive. (c) Would you be in favour of increasing the road budget sufficiently to provide good roads, curbs, sidewalks etc. positicxi o -, across the municipality.even if it meant considerably higher .taxes? At today's costs you couldn't possibly afford it. I would though, he in favour of a new five year program so that the public would know when to expect their street to be resur- • faced or a gidewalL replaced. al, 4, ire • - moi®" h �► i'ar' -Funerals* -Get Well- -Weddings- -Anniversaries- GODERICH 61 CHURCH ST. 5244885 Ready to serve you 7 days a week , 4111111111111111111111111111111111. N * .* * 7.(a) Is Goderich the prettiest town in Canada? Goderich is a • nice, place to .live, possessing many amenities to qualify it as The Prettiest Town in Canada. 4. (b) If not, why -not?, If yes, what Is your plan to preserve that beauty and build on.it? The uniqueness of the square must be preserved and the program of maintaining and improving. the parks must con- tinue.. • * * * 8.(a) Should our beaches be improved and additional facilities added to attract.. visitors to "Goderich? Yes, but two things must be considered. !Mature and• cost. (b) Should a municipal.cam- •pground' be established? No. With a Provincial Park only five miles away and private parks only a few minutes away, it would be a duplication. "Goderich will still benefit because it -is the centre core of the area to which the many visitors will come to en-. o ' and .artake of the services anaci ides we ave o O er,., (c) Should municipal funds be allocated for acquisition of future recreational, areas. along Goderich's waterfront? There are really very few areas available. I would like to see a possible .development of the river flats area along the Harvey. Johnston... continued from page IA • • a. Is this a real problem? be allocated for. acquisition of ' Yes, it is a. real problem. future recreational areas • b:- tf yes; how- do you along Goderich's waterfrotlt? . propose to work towards If the price is right, yes. correcting . it? .* * * To consult • more with -the 9. Some people believe regional tt)wn;ships before any action is government looms in the not so taken to get their views. 'distant future? In your opinion:, a. Is regional government desirable? Why? No, because of the increased cost and it •takes the elected council too far from..the people. 5. • Soaring tax bilis are everyone's concern. In • your opinion: a. Are, taxes in Goderich unusually high? Not unusually high. b. If yes, What can be done • about it? If no, explain o why -you think local taxes • are in line. The cost of everything is up so it takes more money to run the thwn. * ** 6. There are always complaints about roads. In, your opinion: a. is Goderich's road program adequate? • I think •the road program they have for Gadericb is fairly good. b. If not, why why not? C. Would you be in ,favor of increasing. the road budget sufficiently to provide good roads, curbs, sidewalks etc., across the municipality even if it meant considerably higher taxes? No, not at this time. The grant Goderich receives from the Province for roads, is not high enough. See if possible to • Tet it raised • * ** 7. Goderich is called the Pret- tiest Town in Canada. In your opinion: a. is that so? Yes. b. If not, why. not? If yes, what is your' pian to preserve that beauty and build on it? To keep the streets clean, keep planting more trees, don't leave old wrecks of,cars sitting around. * * * 8, Lake Huron ' is a . natural beauty spot, a potential asset in the community. In your opinion: a. Should our beaches be improved and additional facilities added • to attract visitors to Goderich? �b* Should a municipal cam- pground be established? Yes. c. Should municipal funds • *** 10. Planning is. a long and tedious process. In your opinion: a. Is there adequate plan- ning for Goderich's future? I ,think so. b. Do you believe :she plan- ning on the fringes of the municipality should correspond with ,planning in the adjoining rural areas? Yes, after consulting the ad- joining townships. - C. Should Huron's farmland be protected, even abutting Goderich?" The farmland abutting Goderich should be protected but don't freeze it. Some of this land might -be better used for. building on as some of it is light 'and gravelley. * * * 11. Why, would you make a good candidate for town council? ' - I would like td be on council because I think that we should have more small apartments close to downtown for our senior citizens, like Br. 109 Homes on South St. - • A lot of people need this kind of renting place. IS ,have been vice-president of the Legion for the last four years and know some of the problems of the town and I think that I could work with the others on council to better our town. I thank you. RE-- ELECT Drive Gower For Council FIREMEN'S ANNUAL Turkey BINGO LEGION HALL GODERICH NIONDAY, ,DEC. 2 8:00 P.M, SHARP 15 Games for $.1‘00 4 Share -the -Wealth Games EXTRA CARDS 25c 6 FOR S1.00 y EveryBingo Wins A turkey .Oven Ready Turkeys Bingo � > 2 DOOR PRIZES Maitland, as joint venture with the Conservation Authorjty. *** 9.(a) is regional government desirable? Why? - No, not as a complete takeover. Perhaps some ser- vices would be better handled' on a Regional basis, bat I'd want to take a long- hard look' before I agreed to any. ° The people want to maintain local autonomy. * * 10.(a) Is there. adequate plan- ning for Goderich's future? Planning is a continuous process. Many studies have been implemented in recent times, such as areas of recreation, day care centre, traffic study, and shoppers needs. -,...LL (b) Do you believe the plan- ning op the fringes of the municipality should correspond with planning in the adjoining rural areas? Yes, in order to maintain a homogeneous community.` (c) Should Huron's farmland .be protected, even abutting Yes, but 'buffer' zones may be required in order to obtain the required aesthetic ap- peai nce.- 11. Why would you make a good candidate for town council? 12. Comments When I first ran for public of- fice two years ago, I stated that one of the main reasons for running was my concern about the disappointingly small num- ber of elegible'citizens who qualified to stand for public of- fice. This apathy was a' challenge which I could not ignore. I am therefore happy to see such an excellent turnout of candidates,,for this year's elec- tion. Your council has had a very busy two years. I feel we have accomplished a great deal. I know we have' not always pleased everyone. •To do this would be nearly impossible. The 'South storm sewer, the jail, the shopping plaza, the"air- port -- all were, controversial issues. But in every decision I have made, I have tried. to con- sider what was, in the long run, best for your town. As chairman of the Harbour and Waterfront committee, I can report some .accornplish- ments during the past two years. The old green freight sheds on the main- beach have been demolished and while this building served its purpose for many years, I am sure you will agree its removal has not only 4 -eliminated a safety hazard to the children who play on the beach, but has also, done i great deal to improve the overall appearance of our fine. waterfront. I have introduced plans 'to council `for a new pavilion on this site, when funds are available or should some ser- vice club wish to proceed. stalled between the Main beach and St. Christopher's beach, in an effort to create and retain a. sand beach again. I am pleassd to report that • since the in- stallation of the gabions, the beach has shown considerable ,improvement. The Marina at Snug Harbour has operated on a break-even, basis. In other words, you the tax -payer have not had to sub- sidize ifs' operation. In ad-. dition, many improvements have been made including the installation,. of a 'dingy'• park for small sailing craft. This'not only • •provides additional revenue, but also greatly im- proves .the appearance and provides a much needed ser- vice. As announced recently in.the press we have also been suc- cessful in our efforts to obtain a new catwalk from the Federal - Government. I am advised that the contract -has been let, and we can expect the work to be completed by January 15. More recently, .the town has completed the takeover of Sky Harbor Airport -and it has been my privilege to serve as chair- man of the• management com- mittee. The acquisition of this facility.is a great asset to the town of Goderich, and I am sure will be invaluable in the 'future growth and'development of. Goderich. Finally, it was my contention two years ago that •the people of Goderich 'deserve to be more, currently informed of the ,. meetings of their council. I therefore proposed that town council should 'meet Monday evenings in order that the local press •can , publish the council news in the same week in which it occurs. Well, I wasn't able to con- vince my fellow members of the merits of this change for the last term. But I still feel a. recent survey showed that - about 90 percent of the other councils in South Western On- tario towns served by,.a weekly newspaper,meet on a Monday or 'Tuesday night. If re-elected I will again take my stand to council. I have enjoyed' my sojourn on council and now would,r also like to be one of your represen- tatives at County level. This is a very crucial time, with the cloud of Regional Government hanging' over us. A- strong voice is needed. I want to be thaf voice. If' re- elected, I will continue to carry out my duties with your best in- terests in mind, and pledge myself to dedication and sin- cerity. Your, vote 'and your in- fluence will be appreciated. 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