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The Lucknow Sentinel, 2015-07-01, Page 66 Lucknow Sentinel • Wednesday, July 1, 2015 A Livina Waae What it takes to make ends meet in Perth and Huron Counties Submitted The Social Research Plan- ning Council (SRPC), a sup- ported partner of United Way Perth -Huron, in part- nership with the Regional Labour Market Strategy pro- ject for Perth County, Strat- ford and St. Marys and the Huron County Health Unit has investigated the actual cost of living in our commu- nity and has released their latest report about the living wage for Perth and Huron Counties. A living wage is the hourly wage a worker needs to earn to cover their family's basic everyday expenses after tak- ing into account governmen- tal benefits, taxes and payroll deductions. For Perth and Huron County, the living wage amount has been cal- culated as being $16.47 an hour. Ryan Erb, Executive Director of United Way Perth -Huron, noted that "calculating a living wage is only the first step." He was encouraged that "so many people - business owners, eco- nomic development staff and others - have participated in this process. We all agree on one thing: people need to make ends meet Getting there is a longer journey, but one worth travelling together." The living wage formula for Ontario is based on the nationally agreed-upon household structure of a couple -family with two young children. The costs associated with this family structure would also support other family types at differ- ent stages of the life cycle, for example, young adults who are planning a family or older workers who are near- ing retirement. Due to gov- ernment transfers and deductions the rate is not significantly different for individuals without a spouse or dependents. The costs of living expenses included in this calculation are conserv- ative and reasonable, and provide for basic essentials such as food, clothing, shel- ter, transportation, and healthcare. What is not included are credit card or student loan debts, savings for children's education or retirement, pets, lifestyle choices (such as alcohol, smoking), caring for disa- bled or elderly family mem- bers, or emergencies. Research shows that living wages help improve the u ReseaTen advances corit[n ue Li) pawn' n4.1. 2•11 eweiv 11....1..141 . ,Lm_. .~>I'll nal imp! rr.'+' " LET'S .41.1.kL thr!£'LIL 111514/7 r.712 -T, a:.:%_. M 1414,93941135 www.cancer,c. overall quality of life in a community and lifts chil- dren out of poverty by giving families a basic level of eco- nomic security, and allowing them to live without the con- stant stress of deciding which bills to pay. In our community half of all house- holds (or approximately 26,000 people) have a total household income below the annualized living wage rate of $60,000 per year. This is a significant challenge. Several employer focus groups were held to discuss what the impact of offering a living wage in our commu- nity might be for an employer. Overall there was a very positive reaction to concept of a living wage, although there was a mixed response to the actual monthly cost of living that was calculated. Some felt the budget was too conservative; others were surprised at just how much a family of 4 requires. Although openly receptive to joining a com- munity -wide advocacy cam- paign to raise awareness of what it takes to make ends meet, several employers commented that living wages might have "unin- tended consequences" on community life. That if wages were to increase that municipal taxes and the cost of local products and ser- vices, such as a cup of coffee, would go up. However there are many factors that con- tribute to the costs of a .policelnef THIEVES STEAL KUBOTA TRACTOR & UTILITY TRAILER (ASHFIELD-COLBORNE- WAWANOSH, ON) - Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) officers are investigating the recent theft of a Kubota farm tractor and a utility trailer stolen from Robert's Farm Equipment located on Amberley Nareruzirr,,tTaHff ,Ci�as Chad Mann 519-357-3015 www.kruzinmannlimos.com A Division of Lloyd Collins Construction Ltd. _ IM '1 1' 111 product or service, not just wages. What is often not taken into account is the social costs that result from low- wage work and poverty, such as poor physical and mental health outcomes, low levels of educational attainment, increases in homelessness, and high consumer debt -to - income ratios - costs borne not only by low-wage fami- lies but also by corporations, government and society as a whole. Additionally, a living wage benefits employers in many productive ways. Employers who pay living wages report lower turnover and absen- teeism rates, and greater employee engagement and loyalty. The extra money working families earn is spent in the local economy. Shelley Groenestege, a local business owner shared that "Everyone should be treated with dignity. When employees feel valued, that they make a difference, a company is strong. We all grow together. We have been very fortunate to have great employees that produce an excellent product. We are pleased to have the living wage identified for us so that we can make sure we are doing our part in support our employees." For further information, please visit perthhuron.unit- edway.ca/social-research- planning-council/ living -wage. Road west of Lucknow. At approximately 11:50 p.m. on June 18, 2015 two thieves dressed in hoodies attended the dealership whereupon they proceeded to proceeded to steal a Kubota tractor and a MLRD utility trailer. The 2015 orange Kubota is a combination tractor/loader/ backhoe model BX25. The trac- tor is valued at $20,000. - A photo is attached The stolen trailer is a silver, 2010 MLRD model 618 utility trailer that is 18' in length with a double axel. The trailer is val- ued at $10,000. Any person with information regarding this incident should immediately contact Huron OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or (519) 524-8314. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1 -800 -222 -TIPS (8477), where you may be eli- gible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000. Valerie Gillies/Lucknow Sentinel New Coin Laundry now open at 540 Campbell Street in Lucknow. June 24, 2015. There is a generous folding surface at the new Coin Laundry, as well as three washers. June 24, 2015. .41 There is seating for patrons along the same wall as the three dryers. June 24, 2015. Laundromat opens in Lucknow Valerie Gillies Lucknow Sentinel There is a brand new laun- dromat in Lucknow. Coin Laundry opened for busi- ness on June 1 at 540 Camp- bell Street, which was the former "This & That" antique shop of Lenore Glenn. The laundromat is both locally and privately owned and has set the hours of business as 8 am to 8 pm for seven days per week. The amount of use is being mon- itored if traffic proves it worthwhile there will be more machines added to the three each of washers and dryers now present and soap dispensers will be added. For now patrons must bring their own soap. All machines cost $275 per load and accept loonies and quarters. There is 24 hour video surveillance for the safety of patrons. The owner is happy that Coin Laundry has been busy since its opening, indicating that it is filling a need in the community. •• •. G• t •. , The Lucknow Sentinel Birthday Club Tyler Janzen July 1, 2004 11 years old . 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Several employer focus groups were held to discuss what the impact of offering a living wage in our commu- nity might be for an employer. Overall there was a very positive reaction to concept of a living wage, although there was a mixed response to the actual monthly cost of living that was calculated. Some felt the budget was too conservative; others were surprised at just how much a family of 4 requires. Although openly receptive to joining a com- munity -wide advocacy cam- paign to raise awareness of what it takes to make ends meet, several employers commented that living wages might have "unin- tended consequences" on community life. That if wages were to increase that municipal taxes and the cost of local products and ser- vices, such as a cup of coffee, would go up. However there are many factors that con- tribute to the costs of a .policelnef THIEVES STEAL KUBOTA TRACTOR & UTILITY TRAILER (ASHFIELD-COLBORNE- WAWANOSH, ON) - Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) officers are investigating the recent theft of a Kubota farm tractor and a utility trailer stolen from Robert's Farm Equipment located on Amberley Nareruzirr,,tTaHff ,Ci�as Chad Mann 519-357-3015 www.kruzinmannlimos.com A Division of Lloyd Collins Construction Ltd. _ IM '1 1' 111 product or service, not just wages. What is often not taken into account is the social costs that result from low- wage work and poverty, such as poor physical and mental health outcomes, low levels of educational attainment, increases in homelessness, and high consumer debt -to - income ratios - costs borne not only by low-wage fami- lies but also by corporations, government and society as a whole. Additionally, a living wage benefits employers in many productive ways. Employers who pay living wages report lower turnover and absen- teeism rates, and greater employee engagement and loyalty. The extra money working families earn is spent in the local economy. Shelley Groenestege, a local business owner shared that "Everyone should be treated with dignity. When employees feel valued, that they make a difference, a company is strong. We all grow together. We have been very fortunate to have great employees that produce an excellent product. We are pleased to have the living wage identified for us so that we can make sure we are doing our part in support our employees." For further information, please visit perthhuron.unit- edway.ca/social-research- planning-council/ living -wage. Road west of Lucknow. At approximately 11:50 p.m. on June 18, 2015 two thieves dressed in hoodies attended the dealership whereupon they proceeded to proceeded to steal a Kubota tractor and a MLRD utility trailer. The 2015 orange Kubota is a combination tractor/loader/ backhoe model BX25. The trac- tor is valued at $20,000. - A photo is attached The stolen trailer is a silver, 2010 MLRD model 618 utility trailer that is 18' in length with a double axel. The trailer is val- ued at $10,000. Any person with information regarding this incident should immediately contact Huron OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or (519) 524-8314. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1 -800 -222 -TIPS (8477), where you may be eli- gible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000. Valerie Gillies/Lucknow Sentinel New Coin Laundry now open at 540 Campbell Street in Lucknow. June 24, 2015. There is a generous folding surface at the new Coin Laundry, as well as three washers. June 24, 2015. .41 There is seating for patrons along the same wall as the three dryers. June 24, 2015. Laundromat opens in Lucknow Valerie Gillies Lucknow Sentinel There is a brand new laun- dromat in Lucknow. Coin Laundry opened for busi- ness on June 1 at 540 Camp- bell Street, which was the former "This & That" antique shop of Lenore Glenn. The laundromat is both locally and privately owned and has set the hours of business as 8 am to 8 pm for seven days per week. The amount of use is being mon- itored if traffic proves it worthwhile there will be more machines added to the three each of washers and dryers now present and soap dispensers will be added. For now patrons must bring their own soap. All machines cost $275 per load and accept loonies and quarters. There is 24 hour video surveillance for the safety of patrons. The owner is happy that Coin Laundry has been busy since its opening, indicating that it is filling a need in the community.