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The Times Advocate, 2005-04-13, Page 1010 Exeter Times–Advocate Wednesday, April 13, 2005 This week marks the 25th anniversary of the Marathon of Hope,Terry Fox's attempt to run across Canada to raise money and awareness for cancer. Fox started his run April 12, 1980 in St. John's Nfld., but was unable to complete his cross -Canada trip when he was diagnosed with lung cancer. Fox had to stop his run outsideThunder Bay on Sept. I , after running 5,373 kilometres (42 kilometres a day). He died June 28,198 I . Since then,the annual Terry Fox Run has raised more than $360 million for cancer research. The organizers of Exeter's run Sept. 18 are looking to make this year the biggest year yet and are looking for great fundraising ideas. Doug Ellison, above left, started Exeter's firstTerry Fox Run in 1982, and has been a supporter ever since.To mark the 25th anniversary of Fox's run, Exeter'sArn Spivey, right, will run 25 miles during the Exeter Terry Fox Run.Ann DeVries, centre, is organizing this year's run and is looking for inter- esting ways for participants to raise money. One idea is to join a team of five people and have each person run or walk five miles.Another way to mark the anniversary is to have 25 sponsors on your pledge sheet. For more information, or if you have fundrais- ing ideas, call DeVries during evenings at 235-0949 or e-mail her at ann_devries©hot- maiLcom (photo/Scott Nixon) Roast beef supper May 1 in Hensall By Liz Sangster HENSALLCORRESPONDENT GRANTON - The Hensall shuffleboard scores for April 5 are as fol- lows: Gord Ross 519, Hank Dorssers 490, Grant McGregor 467, Bert Bachert 460, Edna Deitz 459, Alice Thiel 430, Lorraine Alexander 422, Joyce Pepper 398. Come out and enjoy our April meal at the Hensall Drop -In on April 21 at the Hensall United Church. Lunch will be served at 12 noon. Following lunch we will be having a Penny Sale. We welcome all local individuals to this lun- cheon held on the third Thursday of each month. The cost is $5 per per- son. If required, trans- portation can be provid- ed. To make reserva- tions contact Marg Cole at 262-2304 or Faye Skinner at 235-0258 by noon on Mon., April 18. At Hensall United Church the greeters were Ross Riley and Marj Heemeryck. Agnes Bray was the organist with Glenn and Lois Hayter looking after the usher- ing duties. The service began with an organ pre- lude followed by Pastor Fred Darke welcoming everyone and the Passing of the Peace. Lois Hayter was the reader and lit the Christ Candle. Readings from Acts 2, Luke 24, and Psalm 116 were heard. Pastor Fred's message was "The Road To Emmaus". There was a special time for the children with story and prayer. The service closed with the singing o f "Abide Me" and HENSALL NEWS With Commissioning Benediction. A lectionary -based Bible Study is being held Thursday mornings at 10 a.m. in Pastor Darke's office, everyone wel- come. At Carmel Presbyterian Church Tracy Whitson- Bahro was the minister with Joyce Pepper play- ing the organ. The ser- vice closed with benedic- tion and choral amen. The Carmel Presbyterian Church will present a roast beef sup- per on May 1 at the Hensall Community Centre from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Adults $11, Children age 5 to 12 $5, children under 5 free. For tickets please phone 263-6349. 0110 Financial Problems? Worried? Embarrassed? We Understand. Call one of our friendly professionals for a free, confidential consultation 235-3328 or 235 -DEBT Convenient, flexible appointments to fit your schedule OFFICES IN EXETER & LONDON /7R!CEWATERHOUSEOPERS TRUSTEES IN BANKRUPTCY EXETER BUSINESS CENTRE 1-888-995-9909 476 Main St. S. (at Huron) 2nd Floor Presentation slated for Thursday HENSALL — The highlight of the week at Queensway was the volunteer appreciation party held Sun., April 10 with the entertainment and message by Bob Heywood. Volunteers contribute numerous hours of quality time to the residents of Queensway through friendly visits, bin- gos, church services, games, choir, musical entertainment, walks, baking group, manicures, parties, pet therapy and much more. Hensall Presbyterian women provided assistance and prizes at bingo Monday afternoon and will do so each Monday in April. The Rev. Jim Vellenga of Exeter Bethel Reform Church led worship Tuesday afternoon with volunteer pianist Belva Fuss. One spring cleaning woe solved By Mike Johnston T1MES-ADVOCATE STAFF SOUTH HURON - Spring has sprung! And with the new warm weather comes the arduous task to spring • cleaning. While clearing out all your clutter, you may come across a dead squirrel or bat and be unsure of how to dispose of it. According to Exeter Deputy Clerk Laurie Dykstra, there is no dan- ger of West Nile virus in these instances, and it is perfectly fine to put these unfortunate creatures out with the garbage. Queensway's choir was invited to sing at Clinton Dining for Seniors held at the Betty Cardno Centre Wed., April 6. They travelled by Mobility Bus to Clinton and enjoyed a delicious meal before their scheduled performance. Volunteer Sharon Carter treated sev- eral residents to some pampering in the sunroom when she gave hand soaks and manicures throughout the after- noon on Friday. Coming events Thurs., April 14 at 6 p.m. Senior Diners; 7 p.m. Salt Mine presentation by Grant McGregor. Fri., April 15 at 7 p.m. Friendship Friday with Harvey Smith and Friends. Wed., April 20 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Geri Fashions Stop and Shop. LINDA LUNDSTROM FASHION TRUNK SHOW SATURDAY APRIL 16 10am-7pm SUNDAY APRIL 17 10am-5pm • Pre -order your Fall 2005 wardrob • Bring a friend & receive a gift • Pay no tax on Trunk Show orders • Refreshments OLINDA LUNDSTROM' www.1indalundstrom.com SOUTHCOTT PINES CLUBHOUSE • 10246 LAKEVIEW AVENUE, GRAND BEND FOR MORE INFO CALL 238-2511 TOWNSHIP OF LUCAN BIDDULPH NOTICE OF THE PASSING OF A DEVELOPMENT CHARGES BYLAW Pursuant to the Development Charges Act 1997, the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Lucan Biddulph has passed a Development Charges Bylaw. Bylaw No. 20 - 2005 passed on March 31, 2005 sets out a range of charges to be collected from new residential development only. These charges vary by location within the municipality, as set out below. The monies collected are used to pay for services provided by the Township. These charges apply to all lands within the Corporation, so a key map is not provided. The following charges are imposed under the bylaw: Service Category Lucan Urban Area (per unit)* Granton Urban Area (per unit)* Remainder of the Township (per unit)" Sanitary Sewage $1,708.35 $2,012.97 $0.00 Water Service $753.25 $1,037.03 $0.00 Stormwater Management $192.50 $0.00 $0.00 Roads $1,149.16 $0.00 $0.00 Fire Protection $1,086.79 $1,086.79 $1,086.79 Parkland $246.74 $0.00 $0.00 Administration $363.21 $363.21 $363.21 Total $5,500.00 $4,500.00 $1,450.00 *The listed charges are for single and semi detached units. Charges vary by residential Type based on expected occupancy levels. Note: These charges do not come into effect until March 31, 2007. Until that time no charges will be collected. A copy of Bylaw No. 20 - 2005 may be examined at the Township offices, 33351 Richmond Street, Lucan, during regular office hours. Under Section 14 of the Act, any person or organization may appeal the bylaw to the Ontario Municipal Board by filing with the Clerk of the Municipality a notice of appeal setting out the objection to the bylaw and the reasons supporting the objection. The last day for appealing the bylaw is May 10, 2005. This Notice issued April 13, 2005. Ronald Reymer Clerk -Administrator Township of Lucan Biddulph 04168 -Notice of Passing D.C.Bylaw