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The Goderich Signal-Star, 1983-05-18, Page 2• PAGE1 -TOQPERICHSIGNALATAR, VIIEMESDAY, MAY L8 *3 criticiz By Steplulliie Liveapie Trustees of the Him County Board of Education were criticized y members otthe public for brhiging • in a 1983 budget Ivith alkincrea,s0Ver thp.pacannetal gtlidelitteK• aa • z l'he'bOartft-1983 budget of $35,264,154, Of which -the Huron ratepayers will pay $11,640,733, was approved at its May 2 session. Spectators present, including some public officials, were invited to •make com- ments on the budget. Goderich town Councillor Bill Clifford commented that anything he or other spectators said would be redundant because the budget had already been ap- proved. "One item does concern me. I can't help but notice that the biggest share of the budget is the tremendous increase in salaries and benefits. I find it difficult to swallow when local municipalities are controlled by the (provincial) five per cent guidelines," said Mr. Clifford. Superintendent of personnel Peter Gryseels ex- plained that the board has adopted the five per cent guidelines for salaries, but the problem is that salary contracts follow the school year, September to August. "The board settled its contracts before the legisla- tion was passed," added director of education John Cochrane. "The board of education's restraint is nine months behind," stated trustee John Jewitt. A former Goderich town councillor Elsa Haydon criticized the board administration centre budget which totals $2,596,486, representing a 22 per cent in- crease over last year. "It's excessive and I'm surprised no board members questioned it," stated Mrs: Haydon. She asked if areas that could be cut had been iden- tified and if any cuts had been made. "It's been pretty well estimated that we have con- trol over five per cent of the budget," responded Mrs. Wallace, noting the board's control included papers, pencils and books. ees udget • Superintendent of program Robert McCa!i stated that in his area of concern (program) items had been considered, but cut, He referred to the hiring of a cur- riculum co-ordinator, the deferring of an increase in ,the' french core program and the deferring of both inOthrond computer studies co-ordinators. Trustees pointed out that the budget had been gone over thoroughly by the executive committee after other committees such as education and manage- ment had presented their respective budgets. "We have committee meetings that are open to the public," added trustee Jewitt. Dashwood resident Joe Miller said he finds it "disconcerting" that the taxpayers of Hurn County have to pay such a high rate for education. Farmers are going broke, small businessmen are going broke ... I find it disconcerting that there were no budget cut," said Mr. Miller. Trustee Tony McQuail pointed to the average assessment figure of $3,110 on which a taxpayer will pay $398.71 for one year. "For one child that is a very reasonably priced education," said Mr. McQuail, adding it works out to about $2.50 per school day, which is cheaper than day care. Vice-chairman Eugene Frayne noted the increase works out to about 75 cents a week, which he said is cheaper than a package of cigarettes. "We as -trustees feel that the people we represent think we're a bunch of cement heads," said Mr. Frayne, noting the board has close to 700 employees with most backed by a strong association. "We've done our best, but it probably doesn't suit most people. If it doesn't the board will have to make decisions that will be very unpopular - cut courses, cut people and close schools. We'll have the place back there filled," stated Mr. Frayne, pointing to the back of the board room. It was noted several times throughout the budget discussions that about the only way to• decrease ex- penditures would be to close the smaller schools thus operating more efficient schools. Crisp & Cool for Summer A Gourmet's find! Our Daily Businessmen's Luncheon Specials are served in the quiet, relaxing atmosphere and view of the Maitland River & Harbour. Come Experience What Luncheon Dining Was Meant To Be... BUSINESSMEN'S LUNCHEON SPECIAL PLEASE CALL AHEAD Served Monday thru Friday 12 noon -2 pm FOR GROUP RESERVATIONS Be Sure To Come By And Get Acquaintede Gang During HAPPY HOUR Fridays 5:00 thru 6:30 pm COMPLIMENTARY HORS D'OEUVRES eStijile) NNZ .<1; grOMNIMMOBIO CALL 524-9641 Thank You! II1, TRITifill IlPl Till T1 lop TIT TN 1opposiso 0 falil 11111 I the arbor gifts GOOD-BYE SALE FINALE AUTOMATIC AUCTION Check your resistance Your choice m all Ocotood 6143%13.15v' ad be sold - Wall to Wall! en Wed., May 1 Thurs., May 19 friday, May 20 Saturday, May 21 70% off Retail Price 80% off Retail Price 90% off Retail Price If not sold out sooner While quantities last...first come First served Thank you for your past patronage. the. arbor .— maw j master charge ALBERT STREET, CLINTON, ONTARIO 482.4876 mita HOURSt, Open dotty 9:30 ariaataii pma Thursday and Friday ovretriiigit 'OH 4 aot 4461 itit(ti iten Nit lit% off i For the second con. secutive mir the 'Aden theBluewater Centre for the Develomentally Handicap, pedis God_ erich has been the centre of activity on Tuesday nights with a Cook's training course for health care facilities. The course was spoqsored by Conestoga College in Association with the Bluewater Centre and was coordinated and taught by Ken Schmidt, Manager of Food Services at Bluewater Centre. The course consisted of 11 weeks last fall, followed by 11 weeks this past spring. The students that meet the classroom requirements can write the provincial ex- aminations to qualify for a licence as a Journeyman. Cook. Examinations have been set for June 3 in Lon- don. Seventeen cooks from area food facilities have taken ad- vantage of the course. They are: Clinton Public Hospital; Keay Nursing Home; Kilbarchan Nursing Home; Maitland Manor Ltd., Goderich; Pine Crest Manor Nursing Home, Lucknow; The Galley Restaurant, Goderich; Velma Miller Catering; Wingham and District Hospital. Classroom lectures com- bined with practical ex- perience in the kitchen give the students an opportunity to experiment with new techniques and different Best Interest *1134% 5 years Annual We represent many Trust Companies. We are often able to arrange for the highest Interest being of- fered on Guaranteed Investment Certifkates. *Subject to change raGaiser-Kneal Insurance Brokers Inc. EXETER CLINTON GRAND BEND GODERICli 235-2420 482-9747 238-8484 524-2118 ANSTETT ' JEWELLERS 8 ALBERT sr CLINTON 482.3901 AT THE MAIN CORNER Another of our in-store services FINE JEWELLERY APPRAISALS Done by our AGS Certified Gemologist, in our accredited gem laboratory One week Service on most appraisals. Drop. in or phone for complete information on Aristett s Jewellery Appra.sal service. HOURS Monday through Thursday 9 a m.•6 pm fr idays 9 a. m till 9 p rn Saturdays 9 am 5 30 p m YOUR ONE STOP VACUUM CENTRE Complete Sales -Service & Supplies EXPERIENC DT repairs to all small appliances ELECTRIC HOSES $29. 5 machines NEW AND RE -BUILT VACUUMS Filter queen, Electrolux, Hoover. Kirby. Royal, Eureka, Electro-Hyglene Go erich Vacuum Centre 52 West Street Goderich 524-4117 111 Established 1876 Ph. 527-0400 91 Main St. South, Seaforth FULL COVERAGE Farm & Urban Properties DIRECTORS & ADJUSTERS McKILLOP MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY Ken Carnoehan Lavern Godkin Ross Leonhardt John McEwing ghi*aIeyMc1lwnin Donald MelCereher John A. Taylor J.N. Trewartha Stuart Wilson AGENTS E.F. "Bill" Durst 116h MeNaughton Wm. Leiper 482-1354 527-1877 345-2234 523-9398 5.24-7051 527;1837 482-7527 482-7593 527-0687 527-4455 527-1571 523-4257 CALL AN AGENT OR THE OFFICE ad The kitchen at the BluewaterCentre has been active Tuesday evenings with a cook's training course for health care facilties. The graduates of the Conestoga College sponsored course are: ( back row from left) Ken Schmidt, instructor and food services manager, Leona Nigh, Dirk Wolterbeek, Eileen Gethke, Susan Cardy, Edith Quipp, equipment, under the school level. guidance of a qualified pro- Graduation ceremonies fessional chef. took place at Goderich, in the Bedford Arms Hotel, Schmidt has served two terms as Secretary of the May 6. Certificates and awards were presented by Canadian Federation of Chefs de Cuisine and has Don Wheeler, member of the' taught culinary arts several Board of Governors for Con - years at the secondary estoga College. , Jean Kennedy, Roberta Whytock, Jim Whytock, and Don Wheeler, Board of Governors. .The front row includes Shirley Snell, Grace Campbell, Anna Crittenden'Theresa Gollan, Dorothy Carter, Pearl Mason and Pat Weber. Debbie Rodges and Marlene Jamieson were absent. (photo by Dave Sykes) Wheeler emphasized the importance of continuing education in the community and the assets of this in- dustrial training to the local economy. Receiving top honors was Susan Cardy of the Wingham and District Hospital. Se- cond honors went to Dorothy Carter of Clinton Public Hospital and third honors to Roberta Whytock of Pine Crest Manor Nursing Home. If the Bluewater Centre should remain open, a 20 - week Dietary Aide or Food Service Helper course will be offered this fall. Goderich Police Department taking part in crime prevention program In the past 10 years the item. Goderich Police Force has One number placed on investigated an average of 30 business valuables will break-ins each year. The satisfy investigators of losses have varied from ownership. The number, slight damage to theft of must be unique to the cash, goods and equipment business with NO chance of worth thousands of dollars duplication by any other in - Although the police have I stitutions or businesses. successfully solved just o'er Operation Provident pro - 51 per cent of these crimes vides the owner with such a during the past 10 years the number. The number can be outstanding property still re- obtained by contacting the mains in the thousands of Goderich Police Force at dollars. Now business " 524-8334 or at 65 West Street. owners can take steps that If the property is sold the not only will help protect bill of sale should include the their property, but also pro- Operation Provident number ve ownership if the item is so as to avoid problems for stolener lost. thenew oiiner if police have Operation provident is cause ' eck the item. designed to help prevent HOW -are items theft and burglary by mak- marked? ing all property readily iden- The material of any item tifiable by police agencies will determine the method of anywhere in Canada. If a marking. The marking must marked item isstolen, it be PERMANENT and VISI would be difficult is - trade or BLE. sell and' could be used as Some suggested ideas on direct evidence against the how to mark your valuables thief or his "fence" when are: hard surface such as found in their possession. plastic, wood or light metals, marked with electric How is Property engraver; hardened metals Identified? surface such as tools, should Not all business valuables be marked with industrial have serial numbers. Some engraver or metal punches; - businesses have such a large and cloth surfaces such as inventory that it is almost sheets, coveralls andtowels impossible to determine the h s ould be marked with serial number of a stolen fabric ., printers, marking pens or indelible markers. What about multi- • branch organizations? The police recommend each branch of an organiza- tion receive their own number. Identification of stolen property requires branch personnel to identify their property. In court it would be a reasonable doubt if the item in question could have been taken from another branch under different cir- cumstances. If items change regularly between branches then the number used should be the . one issued to head office. Warning stickers Once the business owner has taken steps to protect his property the Goderich Police will provide warning stickers to be placed at various locations of your business. The stickers pro- vide a warning to thieves and employees that all valuables are marked for identification. Homeowners who are in- terested in a similar service may contact the police about Operation Identification. •4 Penny Fair winners named At the May meeting of the Hospital Auxiliary, presi- dent Marjorie Jackson thanked the members for their work in connection with a successful Penny Fair. Nineteen prizes were drawn, ten of which had been donated by Auxiliary members. Reports of the Spring Con- ference held in Clinton were RICK AYLSWORTH WILLIE PETZ RES AUR T You're invited% To Rick and Willie's THURSDAY ITALIAN NIGHT THURSDAY, MAY 19 ONLY -5 PM 9 PM featuring LASAGNA A generous portion of Willie's own lasagna, served with homemade French stick loaf and tossed salad. ALL FOR HAVE THIS LASAGNA SPECIAL OR CHOOSE ANY SELECTION FROM OUR REGULAR MENU PATIO DINING Overlooking the Hayfield River OPEN DAILY 8 a.m. - 10 p.m. except Friday and Saturday 8 a.m. - midnight HIGHWAY 21 BAYFIELD 565-2554 given inr various members. Ten delegates attended from Goderich. Coming events include a garage sale June 4 at the home of the president; alun- cheon on June 20 at MacKay Centre; and Tag Day on June 30. Plans were discussed regarding entering a float in the July 1 parade. Mrs. Ora, McCallum presented a gift of crystal to Mrs. J. Berry on the occa- sion of her corning marriage. Jo has been an active member, who will be missed in hospital circles. Social hour followed. The following is a list of prize winners at the Penny Fair. All are from Goderich unless otherwise stated. Food processor (Hospital Auxiliary), no. 750, Jean N. Bonn, R.R. 6 Goderich; tackle box (Hospital Aux- iliary) no. 1048, Margaret Shackleton; silk flower ar- rangement, (Auxiliary member), no. 1356, Edna Elliott; toy dump truck (Hospital Auxiliary), no. 1868, Dorothy Smythe; stainless steel- wok set (Hospital Auxiliary), no. 1247, Chuck kellestine, RR 5 Goderich; crib quilt (Aux- iliary Member), no. 2310, Janet Kalbfleiseh; recipe file (Auxiliary Member), no. 2048, aert McCreath, RR 2 • Goderich; tatted collar and cuffs (Auxiliary Member), no. 969, Helen McCarthy; utility cabinet Oturciliary Mealber), no. 2006, Lucille 'Itlergleiaon; car model kit (Hospital Auxiliary, o. 1522, Bill Moore 5r.; lawn darts game (Hospital Auxiliary), no. 94, ,Marcie lannby; soc- cer ball (Hospital Aux- iliary), no. 2557, Judy Watt; . tote bag with wnbrella (Hospital Auxiliary), no. 614, Jean MacDonald, Chatham; bingo game (Hospital AU/C- iliary ), no. 877, Lisa Taylor; towel set tAtitillairY IVIernber), no. 2013, Ora Mc- Callum; knitted three piece baby set, ( Auxiliary Member), no. 1204, Ellen Baird; crystal vase (Aux- iliary Member), no. 61, Marilyn Aubin; erotcheted three piece baby set with carriage cover (Auxiliary Member), no, 1959, Jean Vanstone; cookie jar (Aux- iliary member), 'no. 790, Helen Fuller, RR 2 Goderich.