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Netflix series about suicide risky for students: YRDSB School board issues letter to parents regarding story of a 17-year-old girl who dies by suicide TERESA LATCHFORD tlatchford@yrmg.com The York Region District School Board is cautioning parents that a Netflix series poses a risk to students. The school board has issued a letter to parents regarding the series 13 Reasons Why, the story of a 17-year-old girl who dies by suicide. She leaves behind cassette tapes for 13 people whose action she perceives were reasons why she killed herself. A story that could, per the board, have a significant impact on students who are struggling with stressful experiences. "The conversation among students about the series and suicide is happening and parents should be aware," YRDSB chief of social work Heather Carter said. "Shar-

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York Region District School Board is cautioning parents and students about the Netflix series 13 Reasons Why that depicts the story of a teen who commits suicide. ing about the topic isn’t bad but we have to be careful about how we do it." The series hits on several top-

ics including shaming, bullying, rape and a graphic scene of the protagonist committing suicide. These scenes can bring up ques-

tions or even distress teen viewers, Carter points out. Mental health professionals like Carter are most concerned

about the lack of support, be it by friends, adults, school administration or professionals, depicted in the show that diminishes hope in the characters. "There are people who care, can help and want to help," she said. "It’s not an easy topic to talk about but we want to ensure supports and resources are available so parents and adults can have that conversation with youth." While many youth know the difference between a television drama and real life, talking with adults about this subject is very important as adults can help share the message that suicide is not a solution and that help is available. The school board is suggesting parents remind their children the series is fictional, share that it is normal to experiences periods of stress while offering healthy coping strategies like exercise, art, journaling and talking with friends or a trusted adult. Speak openly about emotional distress and suicide in a factbased manner. Talk about available supports including school staff, many of l See SHOW, page 2

Town gets set for OMB battle at Yonge and Green Lane SIMON MARTIN smartin@yrmg.com It appears like East Gwillimbury is preparing itself for a lengthy battle at the Ontario Municipal Board in relation to the northwest corner of Yonge Street and Green Lane. Town staff requested help from outside legal counsel at the East Gwillimbury council meeting May 16 for the OMB case initiated by Rice Commercial Group . Staff estimates that this initial

stage of advice and attendance at the pre-hearing will cost $5,000 to $10,000. The OMB has scheduled a pre-hearing for Aug. 10, 2017 for one day. Staff said the purpose of the pre-hearing will be to determine the parties and participants and outline the process moving forward. It is likely that two or more pre-hearings may be required. Rice Commercial Group came to council last year wanting to jump-start the process of develop-

ing the northwest corner of Yonge and Green Lane. Its proposal would see a mix of commercial, high density, medium density and low density housing that would including 2,300 residential units. East Gwillimbury council’s priority, however, is the completion of the ongoing Green Lane Secondary Plan. The town did give the Rice Group 60 days to try to change the

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Town Page CWC/COUNCIL HIGHLIGHTS FARMERS’ MARKET OPENING DAY

From May 10, 2017 LSRCA Presentation - The Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority made a deputation to Committee regarding their new Lake Simcoe Phosphorus Offset Program. The Program will help to lessen the impacts of urban expansion on the phosphorus load in the lake. Specifically, developers will have to ensure that new homes are built with zero impacts or they will have to provide funds for retrofit programs to alleviate phosphorus at other points.

New Development Construction Controls - A staff report outlined enhanced control and enforcement measures for new development construction. Enhancements included signage and fencing on fire break lots as well as increased fines and inspections. The report also outlined a zero tolerance approach with regards to builders who are found to be building without a permit.

Special Council Workshop - A workshop will be held at 9 a.m. on June 13th to update Council on the Green Lane Secondary Plan and the Zoning By-Law Review. The public is welcome to attend. As staff move forward with these projects, there will be additional future evening meetings scheduled for residents to provide feedback. Public Meetings - Meetings were held for: 1. Draft Plan of Subdivision and Zoning By-law Amendment applications for lands West of Leslie Street, South of Queensville Sideroad, known as Queensville Phase 5. The applications propose the construction of 296 single detached dwellings, 50 townhouse units, a park and two elementary school sites. 2. Proposed Revisions to a Draft Plan of Subdivision and Zoning By-law Amendment Applications for lands located on the west side of Murrell Boulevard in Sharon, known as Sharonvit Phase 3. The application proposes to change a block within the existing Draft Plan from 41 single detached dwelling units to 80 townhouse dwelling units. Staff will continue to review the applications and comments from the public. If you would like to provide comments or sign up for future notifications on these applications please contact Trish Elliott, Senior Planner at telliott@eastgwillimbury.ca or 905-478-4283 ext. 1286. Upcoming Meetings Committee of the Whole Council - May 30 at 10 a.m. Special Council - May 30 following CWC Council - May 30 at 3 p.m.

BATHURST ST. CLOSURE NOTICE Due to recent weather conditions, Bathurst Street is temporarily closed between Green Lane West and Morning Sideroad. Bathurst Street will remain closed as Regional staff work to address and resolve the issue as soon as possible.

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UPCOMING PUBLIC OPEN HOUSE Sharon Village Trail and Manor Hampton Park Development May 25, 2017 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Civic Centre Residents are invited to attend and provide feedback on the proposed trail and park. Staff will also be available to answer any questions. For more information about these projects, please visit www.eastgwillimbury.ca/projects. If you are unable to attend the meeting, you can send your comments or questions to Frank Mazzotta, Manager of Parks Development and Operations at fmazzotta@eastgwillimbury.ca.

Agendas for the May 30th meetings will be available at noon on May 25th at www.eastgwillimbury.ca/agendas. For more information, please contact the Clerk’s Department at clerks@eastgwillimbury.ca.

VICTORIA DAY CLOSURES The Civic Centre will be closed on Monday, May 22nd for Victoria Day and will re-open on Tuesday, May 23rd. If you have an emergency with regards to water, sewers, roads, parks or recreation facilities, please call 1-866-262-4157. TOWN OF EAST GWILLIMBURY

Residents’ Guide Download your copy online or pick one up at a Town facility. This new guide is designed in a convenient A-Z format so you can easily find out about important Town programs and services.

Mount Albert Sports Day June 1 to 4 June 1 is Community Appreciation Day, all rides are a toonie! 5 km run, parade, BBQ, midway, slo-pitch tournament. Early bird tickets can be purchased at The Corner Decor & More. www.mountalbertsportsday.com

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One on One May 25 from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. EG Farmers’ Market Come meet with Virginia Hackson to talk one on one about your community. Everyone is welcome.

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Electoral Review - Staff will present a final informational report on the Electoral Review at the CWC meeting on June 6th at 10 a.m. The report will recap all of the feedback and information received to date. It is expected that any possible recommendations from CWC will be presented to Council for consideration at the Council meeting on June 20th at 7 p.m.

Health & Active Living Plan Survey - The Town is undergoing an update and re-profiling of the 2009 Community Parks Recreation and Culture Strategic Master Plan. The new Health & Active Living Plan will outline the future parks, trails, facilities, programs, and services for East Gwillimbury over the next 10 years. A survey will be available for residents to provide feedback and will be available at Town events, facilities, and online. Watch the Town Page, social media, and www.eastgwillimbury.ca/HALPsurvey for the survey launch early this summer.

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COMMUNITY NEWS & EVENTS Friends of the Library Author Reading - May 18 at 7:30 p.m. at the Civic Centre with authors Claire Cameron and Elan Mastai. Tickets are $15 or $10 for members and include refreshments and the book signing. For more information visit www.egpl.ca. Walk for Angelman Syndrome - May 27 at 10 a.m. at Fairy Lake Park. Pre-register at www.angelman.org/walk. EG Gardeners Spring Plant and Bake Sale - May 27 from 10 a.m. to noon at the Mount Albert Community Centre. Start your garden with great plants at great prices! St. James the Apostle Anglican Church Annual Yard Sale - May 27 from 9 a.m. to noon at 18794 Leslie St. in Sharon. Sharon-Hope United Church Silent and Live Auctions - May 27 from 7 to 9 p.m. at 18648 Leslie St. in Sharon. Tickets are $5 and include admission, your bidding number and refreshments. Call 905-478-2231 for tickets. Easter Seals Run/Walk - May 28 at Riverwalk Commons in Newmarket. For more information or to register visit www.eastersealsrun.com. Forest Ontario - May 30 from 7 to 9 p.m. at Port Bloster Community Hall in Pefferlaw. This is a free information night to learn about managing the impact of emerald ash borer. For more information visit www.forestontario.ca/eabyork.

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whom are trained in suicide intervention, counsellors, coaches and more. Watch for red flags including direct and indirect threats in spoken word, writing or in online posts, the giving away of possessions, preoccupation with death, changes in behavior, social withdrawal, appearance, hygiene and thoughts or feelings including someone who is typically sad who suddenly becomes extremely happy. "If you feel something is not right with your child or notice any of the signs, do not hesitate to ask directly about thoughts of suicide," the board’s letter said. "It sends a message that you are open to talking about suicide and increases the chances your child will seek help." York Region public health nurse Rachel Griffin said the same goes for friends who notice changes in others who may feel like they are betraying a friend if they tell an adult. Ask or offer to help. She pointed out there are anonymous options for support as well, including Kids Help Phone 1-800-668-6868 and the York Region Crises Line, 1-855-310-2673.

"The conversation among students about the series and suicide is happening and parents should be aware." – YRDSB chief of social work Heather Carter

A student’s perspective By Kylie Savoline As a teenager watching 13 Reasons Why, there are parts that can be hard to watch, but as Hanna goes through her fall into depression, she tries talking to her guidance counsellor and other adults who are shown to be unable to help her. Adults believe it’s teaching us that adults can’t help us if we need them. While adults might take offense at the notion, many teens perceive this to be true despite the series. In all truthfulness, teens with mental health issues and victims of bullying are ashamed and frightened to share their stories. From personal experience and in speaking with friends, there are sometimes issues the guidance counsellors and other adults at school are unable to help with, leaving us feeling lost and unlikely to ask someone else for help again. Speaking with peers made me realize most teens fear their parents will tell them they are exaggerating for attention and would rather discuss mental health issues with a teacher. I feel the most important thing is for parents and guardians to let their children know that they are safe to talk at home, so instead of bottling it up and turning to unhealthy coping methods they will speak up when they are struggling.

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ENVIRONMENT

Climate change in southern Ontario Governments must immediately adopt strategies to mitigate the risk of future disasters MORE ONLINE

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The environment is a bit like an aging relative everybody wants to keep it healthy, but there’s plenty of bickering on exactly how to do it. At Innisfil’s Nantyr Shores Secondary School, the Enviroventure specialist high skills major program is shaping young minds around the notion they can still alter the course of the warming planet. The class is located in a portable, a few steps away from the school football field. The room is messy because it is teeming with teenagers more worried about saving the planet than tidying up their own world. They have been working on models of sustainable homes and just returned from the Change Your World conference at York University. A few inches of snow had fallen in the early hours of this spring day, covering grass shoots that had begun to pop up from the field. Within a day the snow was gone again, as the temperature fluctuated. "At our school, we have a lot of environmentally conscious students," Grade 12 student Maegan Damianakis said. "We want to see things change; we don’t want to adapt to the crappy situation going on around us." "We’re trying to speed up our processes, but it’s not going as fast as climate change," added Grade 11 student Johnathan Purkis. "I’m hopeful for change." The students believe that, if everyone pitches in, positive change can be achieved. However, many leading scientists seem less optimistic. In the Greenhouse Gas Progress Report 2016, the Environmental Commissioner of Ontario noted climate change will be less severe here than in other areas of the world, but pushed the need to prepare for the inevitable changes ahead. "It is too late to avoid some disruptive and expensive changes to our environment and economy," the report states. "But we can still influence how destructive those changes will be. By working together, we can still protect much of what we love." Climate change is al-

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Greenhouse gas emissions per capita, 2013 (tonnes/capita)

July (average high) 1981 - 2010: 25 to 27 C 2040: 27 to 30 C 2071: 29 to 32 C

January (average high) 1981 - 2010: 0 to -6 C 2040: 1 to -4 C 2071: 5 to -2 C Source: climateontario.ca

Ontario: 12.3

United States: 16.4

Sweden: 4.6

Ethiopia: 0.1

World: 5

China: 7.6 Qatar: 40.5

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ready increasing the risk of wildfires, crippling coldwater fish habitats, stressing moose populations and helping invasive species flourish in Ontario. The outdoor winter sports season is shortening. Severe heat and drought have damaged crops and affected water supplies. In 2015, carbon dioxide

levels in the atmosphere were the highest they’ve been in at least 800,000 years. While Ontario lowered its carbon footprint to six per cent below 1990 levels in 2014, mostly through the closing of coal-fired power generating stations, it still relies on fossil fuels for 80 per cent of its energy. Transportation represents

the largest and fastest growing share of emissions. Blair Feltmate, head of the Intact Centre on Climate Adaptation at the University of Waterloo, says the temperature is up, on average, 2 to 3C in southern Ontario, when compared to pre-industrial levels. For every 1C in-

crease, the atmosphere holds seven per cent more moisture. The result is more extreme weather, including microburst downpours and ice storms - events communities across the province have experienced in recent years. "It is here to stay; it is irreversible," Feltmate said. "We can slow it down, which we should do, but it will not stop it. Climate change has happened, it is happening and it is going to continue to happen." He says governments need to immediately adopt standards and polices that reflect the impact of climate change and ensure all new infrastructure and residential developments comply. Climate models can be used to determine future floodplains and

larger water pipes should be installed during the construction of new subdivisions to lower the risk of future disaster. "Don’t build the place as if you’re oblivious to the threat climate change or the potential for flooding presents," he said. "You cannot cheat this system. Every day we don’t adapt, frankly, is a day we don’t have." At this current pace, Ontario could see average temperatures climb by another 3 to 4C within decades. While the majority of Ontario’s electricity is produced by nuclear, hydro and renewable sources - leaving no carbon footprint - and more energy efficient vehicles have been introduced in recent years, that good work is undone by gridlock on local roadways. "All the energy efficiency has gone out the window by having people sit in traffic endlessly," Feltmate said. "We’ve just got too many people concentrated in one locality. Building a relief line on a subway or getting more GO Transit cars in the morning isn’t going to compensate for the fact we’re going to have another 1.3 million people in this region in the not-too-distant future." Federal, provincial and municipal governments have taken positive steps to address climate change, but action is about "damage control," rather than "righting the ship," he stressed. Still, others say the little steps, when added up, will help humanity complete the race. "I don’t think being hopeless is the solution," Enviroventure teacher Mark Gaynik said. "You got to think of what kind of world we want to live in. It’s important to advocate and be out there."

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Centre Street development Beehive art contest set to go this weekend set for OMB hearing SIMON MARTIN smartin@yrmg.com

SIMON MARTIN smartin@yrmg.com News from Queen’s Park this week about reforming the Ontario Municipal Board comes at an interesting time for East Gwillimbury. The town has a number of applications that are heading toward the appeal body. None has received more attention than the Averton development in Mount Albert that would clear-cut a woodlot. Mount Albert residents ripped council at a public meeting in February for agreeing to a settlement behind closed doors with Averton as part of the Ontario Municipal Board appeal process. While the town has agreed to a settlement with the developer, residents could fight the decision at the OMB later this year.

The OMB has set a pre-hearing date of June 27, 2017 at 10 a.m. The meeting will be located at the Civic Centre, Holland Landing Room. The pre-hearing is the first time parties and participants meet to begin the process of hearing a matter at the OMB. According to the town, the process went behind closed doors when Averton appealed the town’s 2010 Official Plan to the Ontario Municipal Board. The appeal was generally intended to maintain the village core development rights for commercial and residential uses on 19267 Centre St. that had been part of the Mount Albert Community Plan previously ratified in 1994. In December 2015, Averton submitted a zoning bylaw amendment and a site plan application

to the town for the subject property. Averton appealed the bylaw to the OMB after it said the town took too long to hold a public meeting. As a result, the town’s director of planning, Nick Pileggi, said the public planning process was in the OMB’s hands. The town settled with Averton in April 2016, allowing for a 20,000square-foot commercial/mixeduse building, with associated parking facilities, and residential townhouse units on the property. The town didn’t see any problem with the village core designation for the property when it put the Official Plan together more than six years ago. As for concerns that residents didn’t know the property was to be developed, Pileggi said the land designation is nothing new.

Any farmer will tell you the real heroes of spring time are the bees. Honeybees are responsible for one of every three bites we eat. You can come celebrate this essential resource on May 22 as Beatty Honey Farm in Queensville will host a hive painting contest as part of celebrating Canada’s 150th anniversary. The honorary judges are York Simcoe MPP Julia Munro and Linda Welch, president of the Society of York Region Artists. The event runs from 10:30 a.m. to noon. Beatty Honey Farm is located at 21572 Warden Ave. Honeybees were not indigenous to North America and were brought over by the Europeans in the 1600s. The Ontario honey industry has suffered significant losses in recent years. Beatty Honey created a community-oriented HiveShare program in 2016 to increase the number of honeybee colonies in York

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The Beatty Honey Farm in Queensville is hosting a beehive painting contest to help celebrate Canada’s 150th anniversary. Region. Families, public institutions and businesses are members of HiveShare. One of the projects in the program is for each member to design and paint the new honeybee hives. These hives become the homes for the new colonies. This year the painting theme is in celebration of Canada’s 150th anniversary. Members of HiveShare range in age from three to 85 years old.

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The Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority (LSRCA) said it is breaking tree planting records this year. The LSRCA’s do-it-yourself (DIY) seedling sale saw more than 14,500 tree and shrub seedlings go to landowners across York, Simcoe and Durham. "At a time when we’re losing trees because of invasive pests like the emerald ash borer, it’s great to see record sales" LSRCA forest technician Paul Cottenden said. "It’s easy to forget that at one time, most of southern Ontario was one big forest. Naturally, we’re thrilled to provide affordable opportunities for residents to help add as many trees as possible to the landscape."

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Ron and Susan Mitchell, repeat buyers from Kettleby, bought another 150 seedlings this year. "The trees we purchased last year were a great investment, with around a 90 per cent success rate. We’re doing our small part again this year," Ron said. The O’Brien and La Grutta families from Newmarket are making planting a family event and Neil Taylor, a first time DIY seedling buyer, is creating a 300-seedling windbreak in Uxbridge. Conservation Authorities like LSRCA, subsidize seedlings and promote tree planting. Once trees are established, they can reduce erosion and flooding, and act as windbreaks to shelter areas from wind and blowing snow. For more, visit lsrca.on.ca/DIYPlanting

PUBLIC INPUT INTO THE 2017-2018 OPERATING BUDGET Presentations or written submissions are welcome YCDSB invites all members of our Catholic school communities to provide input into the budget process via a presentation/delegation or written submission.

WHEN: Tuesday, May 23, 2017 at 8 p.m. or Tuesday, June 13, 2017 at 8 p.m. WHERE: Catholic Education Centre, 320 Bloomington Road W., Aurora, ON HOW: To register to speak or to submit a written delegation, call 416-221-5051 or 905-713-1211, ext. 13102, or email silvana.greco@ycdsb.ca Budget information is available at www.ycdsb.ca Carol Cotton Chair of the Board

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In RCG’s secondary plan, the area would include 600 low density homes, 1,350 townhouses and 350 apartment units. The plan also forecasts 1,440 jobs coming to the area and close to $13 million in additional municipal and regional taxes annually. The town is in the midst of undertaking the Green Lane Secondary Plan. There are very few specifics as of yet, but residents have had the chance to make comments at a variety of public meetings being held this year. There will be another public consultation in September before a public meeting to take place in December.

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Governments must plan for climate change We’ve passed the point of no return. In her 2016 Greenhouse Gas Progress Report, entitled Facing Change, the Environmental Commissioner of Ontario, Dianne Saxe, writes that what we think of as "normal" weather is gone. In 2015, for the first time in at least 800,000 years, the amount of carbon dioxide in our atmosphere exceeded 400 parts per million and won’t likely dip below that level again in the foreseeable future. "It is too late to avoid some disruptive and expensive changes to our environment and economy," the report states. "But we can still influence how destructive those changes will be." According to the head of the Intact Centre on Climate Adaptation at the University of Waterloo, Blair Feltmate, temperatures in southern Ontario are up, on average, 2 to 3 C compared to pre-industrial levels. "It is here to stay; it is irreversible," Feltmate said. "We can slow it down, which we should do, but it will not stop it. Climate change has happened, it is happening and it is going to continue to happen." The fact of the matter is, we’re already seeing the effects of climate change. Parts of Western Canada are experiencing warmer, drier weather of late - increasing the risk of wildfires, such as that which struck Fort McMurray, Alta. last summer. Parts of Ontario, including the GTA, are getting more severe storms and seeing a greater potential for flooding such as that which occurred earlier this month. And while this part of the world may not be as hard hit by the impacts of climate change as others, officials at all levels of government would still be wise to take the Scouts Motto to heart and be prepared. While action plans aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions and carbon footprints are common among governments, the response to the effects of our changing climate are more often reactive rather than proactive. Instead of continuing to plan as though climate change is simply a possibility, policymakers need to treat it as what it is: a reality. Municipalities, for example, should heed Feltmate’s advice and adopt new standards for future development, such as wider water pipes and larger floodplains, to lessen the risk of disasters. At the same time, work must begin on upgrading older infrastructure to help protect existing areas from harm. Climate change is here and it’s not a question of if severe weather will impact us, but when. Our leaders, from municipalities to the federal government, need to act now to mitigate its effects.

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A round-up of reaction online The story: Flow Water opens in Aurora, producing high-quality spring water So is there something wrong with York Region tap water? Brian O’Sullivan ???? Why????????? No no no!!!!!!!! Jeezes!!!!!!! Kimberly Peace

The story: York board appoints former Simcoe education director to interim role I think hiring a retired former teacher and school administrator who’s collecting a full pension is contributing to the domino effect, especially for young teachers, of the crisis we see around young people not being able to find stable jobs in their chosen profession. Barring other reasons for financial hardship, retired teachers of the baby boom generation had their choice of jobs in the 60’s and 70’s, the had lower house prices, higher interest rates on investments and have inherited their parents wealth. It’s time to create better succession planning and let the next generation carve their paths in the world in a time when they don’t have all these advantages. Laura Atkins I don’t know her or anything about her, but they had to hire someone, so she’s probably as good as anyone else at this point. (I do so wish, though, that everyone in the education industry would stop harping on about "inclusiveness/inclusivity"; there’s something about the regularly repeated use of that word that’s driving me crazy - inclusiveness should be a given, it should come naturally, it should be so pervasive that it just happens like breathing; people should not have to be reminded constantly to keep it in mind ... and if such a reminder is required, then they shouldn’t be doing the jobs they’re doing!) Gail Cynthia Copeland

The story: York Region politicians angry over John Tory’s threat to stop subway project Tory is right; if you don’t build the downtown Relief Line, the Yonge line is just going to be into deeper trouble than it already is. Also the new Vaughan station is just 10 minute car ride from Richmond Hill. Yash Bunjun

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New Netflix series urges us to wake up Netflix’s new series 13 Reasons Why is a generational call for help and awareness. Make no mistake, the "experts" are right - 13 Reasons Why, Netflix’s new series focused on teen suicide, is dangerous. Because it calls us to wake up, and waking up is painful and dangerous. Because it calls us, young and old, to wake up and recognize the responsibility we bear to be present to the other people in our lives. Depression, mental health issues and suicide are symptoms of a society that values things and status over people and social media over real socializing. There is a group of us planning an intergenerational community event at the Riverwalk Commons on Tuesday, June 13 where we can have a discussion in which young people will have a central role in sharing why this series speaks to them and the whole community can then discuss how we can work together to support each other. There will be more information about this event in the coming weeks. Tim Greenwood Newmarket

Balanced budget ’smoke and mirrors’ RE: EDITORIAL: Ontario one correction away from a debt crisis, May 4. You wrote, "The Kathleen Wynne government turned the financial page Thursday and introduced a balanced budget ..." No, they did not. It was a fake balance, just ’smoke and mirrors’. One-time money from the sale of Hydro One, government buildings (such as the LCBO and OPG headquarters), was taken as income. You never do this, even if the fake sale is justified (it wasn’t). The financial accountability office (FAO) has debunked this so-called ’balance’, citing the measures used to create the illusion of balance. The FAO also doubted that the financial projections were valid. It also looks like capital expenditures may have been depreciated over an exaggerated service life. As for the hydro rate relief plan, this is just bizarre. They are simply borrowing more for our children to pay. Meanwhile, the taxpayer pays the rising debt service charges. Roger Jones Thornhill

• LETTERS • Province must address housing Re: Forum focuses on crisis in real estate industry, May 4. I am hopeful the vicepresident of the Unionville Residents Association Reid McAlpine and others had a successful brainstorming exercise at Markham’s Civic Centre on May 6. They surely need to solve the many problems of the housing crisis in order to rescue ’service workers’ who cannot afford rental rates in Markham. Apparently, these workers have no other choice but to live in forsaken places such as "Stouffville, Scarborough, and other places". It seems these workers are much needed by McAlpine and other well-heeled residents of Markham for the health of Markham’s society. Perhaps the forum informed the participants that rates for rental accommodation, generally speaking, are not directly related to housing prices. Rental rates are of course influenced by supply and demand, by desirability of location, availability of jobs, access to transit, etc. Often, reports on rental rates lump York Region in its entirety as a single entity and thus whether a rental apartment is located in Markham or another municipality within York Region is of no consequence. One thing is common to all persons living in York Region. The imminent (correct) response from the provincial government on the growth plan/places to grow is key. It must address the complex issue of housing if all residents of our region are to endure, especially those who are not yet homeowners. Lynn Barkey Stouffville

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Re: LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Real crisis government’s ignorance of problems, April 20. I am writing in response to a letter to the editor which appeared in the April 20, 2017 issue of the Banner entitled "Real Crisis Government’s Ignorance of Problems". The letter contends that: "There is indeed a crisis in the GTA, but it is not a housing market crisis." Rather, the writer contends that "the problem is there are too many people." The writer goes on to claim that this problem is due to immigration. Like it or not, immigration is a fact of life in most developed nations, which by and large ultimately benefit from the influx of

RE: CUDDY SHARK: Soccer grapples with declining numbers at registration tables, May 4. Looking for reasons why enrolment in soccer is down? I’ll give you one significant reason: COST! It is almost obscene that children interested in learning and playing soccer as young as four years old must pay over $200 to play shark attack week after week on a small square of swampy grass run by a devoted parent who VOLUNTEERS their time. I have inquired several times as to why the cost is so high - the response from the Newmarket Soccer Club? "Well, your child receives a ball and a uniform ." (By the way - after year one, please don’t give my kid another ball.) If you are interested in helping organize a community-run soccer program, email me at sktgfk@gmail.com. Trish Glennon Newmarket

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skilled workers and their families. Not only is this the case currently, but it has been so throughout Canada’s 150 years of nationhood. The problem, therefore, is not immigration per se but rather the perception which some Canadians have of ’New Canadians’. It is rather ironic that all of us, with the exception of First Nations, at one time were ’New Canadians’ and likely were seen as "the problem" by those who earlier had themselves been immigrants to Canada. For example, following the potato famine in Ireland in the 19th century, large numbers of Irish people immigrated to Canada seeking a better life. Since many of these ’New Canadians’ were in poor physical condition, they were not well received. In fact, they overwhelmed the quarantine facilities put in place to prevent the spread of disease. I can just imagine the letter-writers of the day complaining that the government was allowing "too many people" into the country. Though there may or may not have been a housing crisis, clearly the Irish immigrants of the day were seen as undesirable by a portion of the population. In sum, before targeting immigration as the source of the "problem", we should all take a step back and reflect on Canada’s history as a nation built on immigrants. Colin Guenther Aurora

Ontario plans to provide a publicly funded pharmacare system for children and youth in Ontario. It’s a small step in the right direction and, arguably, most important for its symbolism in a national debate. Why just a small step? Because Ontario’s recently announced plan will provide universal, comprehensive prescription medication coverage to the age group that uses medicines least often. Many workingage Ontarians, who are far more likely to require medicines than children, will still be uninsured. Why symbolic? The program signals that government is taking responsibility for this component of health care, integrating it with medical and hospital care. This is as it should be. Several national commissions on Canada’s healthcare system have recommended adding prescription drugs to our publicly funded universal medicare system. No federal government has ever acted on those recommendations. By creating pharmacare junior, Premier Kathleen Wynne and Health Minister Eric Hoskins are essentially calling on the federal government to help finish the job and create a pharmacare program for all Canadians of all ages. Here’s why Canada needs a universal, public pharmacare program, and what Canadians can do to make it happen now. The most important reason for universal pharmacare is that access to essential medicines is actually a human right, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). WHO recommends that countries protect that right in law and with pharmaceutical policies that work in conjunction with broader systems of universal health coverage. Every other high-income country with universal health care provides universal coverage of prescription drugs. It’s time Canada did the same. Canada’s patchwork of private and public drug plans leaves millions of Canadians without coverage. As a result, Canadians are three to five times more likely to skip prescriptions because of cost than are residents of comparable countries with universal pharmacare programs. Canadians spend 50 per cent more per capita on pharmaceuticals than residents of the United Kingdom, Sweden, New Zealand and several other countries with universal pharmacare programs. This amounts to spending $12 billion more each year and still not having pharmacare. Because such costs can quickly render a work-related health plan unsustainable - particularly for small businesses - it is best to manage them on a provincewide or nationwide basis. To make pharmacare a reality for Canada, citizens need to get informed and involved. If they support the idea of universal, public pharmacare, they need to let others, particularly elected officials and political candidates, know they care and that they’ll support a government that takes action. A parliamentary e-petition is circulating in the hope of doing just that. 2017 Distributed by Troy Media

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What’s open, closed on Victoria Day 2017 LISA QUEEN lqueen@yrmg.com Victoria Day kicks off the unofficial start of summer. If you’re wondering what you can do in York Region on May 22, here’s our handy list of what’s open and what’s closed. GO Transit will operate on a Saturday schedule. For more information, visit GOTransit.com. YRT/Viva and TTC routes will operate on a Sunday/holiday schedule. The YRT/Viva contact centre will be open from 8:30

a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The YRT/ Viva head office located at 50 High Tech Road in Rich-

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Get your liquor and suds early. LCBO and beer stores will be closed. Here’s what’s going on in your local municipality: Aurora The town hall, Aurora Public Library and Joint Operations Centre will be closed. The Aurora Seniors’ Centre will be closed on May 20 and May 22. Residential waste collection is not affected by Victoria Day. Please continue with your regular waste collection schedule. Recreation centres in-

cluding the Aurora Family Leisure Complex and the Stronach Aurora Recreation Complex will be operating with modified hours. For example, the pool at the leisure complex will be closed, while the fitness program will run from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. At the Stronach complex, there will be no skating and the lane swim will take place from 9 to 11 a.m. and leisure swim will run from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. For a full list of hours of operation and program opportunities including fitness classes, pool, gymnasi-

um, rock wall and The Loft hours, visit aurora.ca/victoriaday. East Gwillimbury The Civic Centre and public library will be closed. Newmarket The town hall and all municipal facilities, such as the Newmarket Public Library, Seniors’ Meeting Place, Elman W. Campbell Museum, Newmarket Theatre and community centres, will be closed. Upper Canada Mall will be open from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

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Ticks are small bugs that feed off the blood of animals and humans. Adult ticks are the size of a sesame seed. Nymphs (adolescent ticks) are no bigger than a poppy seed.

What is Lyme disease?

Ticks can be found on tall grasses and bushes in wooded areas almost anywhere in Ontario including York Region.

Ticks attach themselves to people or animals who brush past. Most tick bites are painless and ticks can attach themselves and feed for up to five days.

Symptoms of Lyme disease may include: • A skin rash • Fatigue or weakness • Headache • FeverLorem or chills ipsum • Dizziness or confusion • Muscle and joint pain • Swollen lymph nodes

Lyme disease is caused by a bacteria called Borrelia burgdorferi which is spread through the bite of an infected blacklegged tick. Not all ticks are infected with the bacteria.

of Most people will start to show signs of illness within one to two weeks. See your y health provider if you develop symptoms of Lyme disease after a tick bite or after visiting a wooded or brushy area.

If you find a tick on yourself or a family member remove it quickly!

Protect yourself each time you are in a wooded or brushy area by: • Wearing light-coloured, long pants, long-sleeved tops and closed footwear • Using an insect repellent containing DEET or icaridin • Walking in the middle of the trail • Showering when you get home to remove unattached ticks • Checking yourself, your family and your pets for ticks • Removing attached ticks as quickly as possible

1. Grasp the tick with tweezers as close as possible to your skin and pull it straight out 2. Do not put anything on the tick or try to burn it off 3. Disinfect the area with rubbing alcohol 4. Wrap the tick in a moist paper towel and put in a screw-top container 5. Store it in the fridge until you can bring it into a York Region Public Health location

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EVENTS l Thursday, May 18 Tech Thursdays WHEN: 1:30 p.m - 3:00 p.m WHERE: Holland Landing Public Library, 19513 Yonge St., East Gwillimbury CONTACT: 905-8366492, info@egpl.ca COST: Drop in. Have a device that isn’t running quite right? Want to learn a new tech skill? Come for weekly tech help at your local branch. Each Thursday at Holland Landing.

PCCN -- Newmarket Prostate Cancer Support Group WHEN: 6:30 p.m - 9:00 p.m WHERE: Newmarket Seniors’ Meeting Place, 474 Davis Dr., Newmarket CONTACT: Walt Klywak, 905-895-1975, info@newmarketprostatecancer.com, http://www.newmarketprostatecancer.com COST: Dr. Louis Fenkell will update us on Volumetric Modulated Arc Therapy (VMAT) in the treatment of patients with prostate cancer.Everyone is welcome. Weaving Words: Speakers Series Young Artists Showcase WHEN: 7:00 p.m - 9:00 p.m WHERE: Sharon Temple National Historic Site and Museum, 18974 Leslie St., East Gwillimbury CONTACT: Megan Houston, 905-478-2389, info@sharontemple.ca COST: Stories come in all forms. This series will bring those stories alive in various forms to delight, inspire, and entertain audiences. This event will showcase young artists. AHS Speaker Series: Marcela Torres, History of Casa Loma WHEN: 7:00 p.m - 9:00 p.m WHERE: Hillary House, 15372 Yonge St., Aurora CONTACT: Erika Mazanik, 905-727-8991, erika.mazanik@aurorahs.com, http://www.aurorahs.com/ activities COST: $7 Join the Aurora Historical Society for our 2017 Speaker Series with Marcela Torres and the History of Casa Loma. Refreshments served. To reserve your seat, call. Friends of the East Gwillimbury Library presents Claire Cameron and Elan Mastai WHEN: 7:30 p.m - 9:00 p.m WHERE: East Gwillimbury Civic Centre, 19000 Leslie St., East Gwillimbury CONTACT: 905-8366492, infor@egpl.ca COST: $15 ($10 for Friends members) Two superstars of speculative fiction. l Monday, May 22 Class on Buddhist thought and meditation WHEN: 7:00 p.m - 8:30 p.m WHERE: St. Paul’s Anglican

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Church, 227 Church St., Newmarket CONTACT: Betty Whitehouse, adjampaling@gmail.com COST: $10 per class Drop-in classes consist of guided meditation, a teaching, and time for questions and discussion. Classes held by Jampa ling Kadampa Buddhist Centre of Barrie (Meditateinbarrie.org).

Tech Thursdays WHEN: 1:30 p.m - 3:00 p.m WHERE: Holland Landing Public Library, 19513 Yonge St., East Gwillimbury CONTACT: 905-8366492, info@egpl.ca COST: Drop in. Have a device that isn’t running quite right? Want to learn a new tech skill? Come for weekly tech help at your local branch. Each Thursday at Holland Landing.

l Tuesday, May 23 Newmarket Chamber Social Media Clinic - Automation and Social Media WHEN: 8:00 a.m - 9:30 a.m WHERE: Newmarket Chamber of Commerce, 470 Davis Dr., Newmarket CONTACT: Tyler, 905898-5900, tyler@newmarketchamber.ca, http://web.newmarketchamber.ca/events/SocialMedia-Clinic-Automation-andSocial-Media-Tools-to-help-yoube-a-Social-Star-1204/details COST: A relaxed drop-in gathering of people who want to learn more about the world of social media. Speak to experts and get tips.

Touch-A-Truck WHEN: 5:00 p.m - 8:00 p.m WHERE: Operations Centre, 1275 Maple Hill Ct., Newmarket CONTACT: Deanna Smith, 905-8955193, dsmith@newmarket.ca COST: This free, fun, hands-on event allows you to touch, explore and get up close and personal with vehicles of different sizes. Milestones Newmarket Grand Re-Opening Party WHEN: 6:00 p.m - 11:00 p.m WHERE: Milestones Grill and Bar, 18162 Yonge St., Newmarket CONTACT: Aleasha, 416-8953070, agilpin@cara.com COST: Enjoy complimentary samples, live music, prizing and more.We will be fundraising for the Boys and Girls Club of York Region through multiple initiatives.

Highway 11 Cruisers Home of the Hot Ones Weekly Cruise Night WHEN: 6:00 p.m - 9:00 p.m WHERE: Harvey’s Restaurant, 17860 Yonge St., Newmarket CONTACT: Danny Facchini, 416729-7480, highway11cruisers@gmail.com, https:// www.facebook.com/ events/1891547237740434/ COST: Ladies nights:May 16, June 20,July 11,Aug. 8,Sept. 12, Oct. 10. Donations to our cruise night charity of choice, Canadian Tire Jumpstart, encouraged.

l Ongoing Johanna VanKempen - Art Show and Sale WHEN: 8:00 a.m - 5:00 p.m WHERE: Aurora Town Hall, 100 John West Way, Aurora CONTACT: Johanna VanKempen, 905-8831679, jvankempen@sympatico.ca COST: Original watercolour paintings of northern landscapes, florals and still life.

l Wednesday, May 24 Super Spring Makeshop WHEN: 4:00 p.m - 5:00 p.m WHERE: Aurora Public Library, 15145 Yonge St., Aurora CONTACT: Children’s and Young Adult Information, 905-727-9494, children@aurorapl.ca COST: Drop in and make fabulous art, crafts and inventions using our supplies and your ideas. Ages four and older.

Mosaic: Ontario Society of Artists 145th Anniversary Exhibition WHEN: 10:00 a.m - 4:00 p.m WHERE: Aurora Cultural Centre, 22 Church St., Aurora CONTACT: Clare Bolton, 905-713-1818, info@auroraculturalcentre.ca, www.auroraculturalcentre.ca Celebrate the 145th anniversary with this exhibition, accompanied by a collection of talks, demonstrations, workshops and lectures. Visit the website for more.

l Thursday, May 25 LEARN Seminar Series - Utilizing Digital Tools for Lead Generation WHEN: 9:00 a.m - 11:00 a.m WHERE: Aurora Legion, 105 Industrial Pkwy. N., Aurora CONTACT: Tyler, 905-898-5900, tyler@newmarketchamber.ca, http://www.aurorachamber.on.ca

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Moonlight Movies and more: 5 things to do this weekend in York Region l Saturday, May 20 Spring Fling at The Mill Pond Gallery WHEN: 11:00 a.m - 5:00 p.m WHERE: Mill Pond Gallery, 314 Mill St., Richmond Hill CONTACT: Richmond Hill Group of Artists, 905-770-7449, rhgaexec@gmail.com, http:// www.rhga.ca COST: The Richmond Hill Group of Artists is celebrating the return of spring with a member group show and sale. Artwork will include a variety of media, themes and styles.

Dream Catcher Making and Teachings Workshop WHEN: 1:00 p.m - 3:00 p.m WHERE: Whitchurch-Stouffville Museum, 14732 Woodbine Ave., Whitchurch-Stouffville CONTACT: Krista, 905-727-8954, wsmuseum@townofws.ca COST: $20 ($16 for museum members) Smudge, eagle feather introductions, Ojibway Welcoming Song, story of and making dream catchers, Travelling Song. Ages eight and older. Pre-registration required. l Sunday,

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Moonlight Movies WHEN: 8:25 p.m WHERE: Newmarket Riverwalk Commons, 200 Doug Duncan Dr., Newmarket CONTACT: Town of Newmarket, 905-953-5300, info@newmarket.ca COST: Enjoy an outdoor movie on huge inflatable screen under the stars. Bring your own chair, blanket and snacks. Free popcorn provided by the Newmarket Scouts. l Monday, May 22 Nobleton Victoria Day 2017 WHEN: 11:00 a.m WHERE: Nobleton - downtown, Downtown Nobleton, King CONTACT: Nobleton Village, nobletoninfo@gmail.com, http://nobletonvillage.com/ nobleton-victoria-day/ COST: Parade winds through Nobleton, ending at the Fair. Live entertainment, vendors, food trucks, pony rides, arcade games, dunk the mayor, face painting and midway rides.

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Top left: Honour Ariajegbe, with his hand in a cast, competes in the boys triple jump at the 2017 York Region High School Track and Field Finals at Bill Crothers Secondary School in Markham. Top Right: Shermar Pothemont (#6372) of Emily Carr Secondary School leads his 100 m heat against Arnold Au of Bur Oak (#6204) and Noel Jakubik (#6248) of Cardinal Carter, at the 2017 York Region High School Track and Field Finals at Bill Crothers Secondary School in Markham. Bottom right: Emily Clarke (left) of Cardinal Carter and Alexia Petinarelis of St. Maximilian Kolbe race in the 100m heats at the 2017 York Region High School Track and Field Finals at Bill Crothers Secondary School in Markham.

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Kolbe Mustangs’ Graenert wins 1,500 at YRAA track meet nior 1,500 metres in a time of four minutes, 16.12 seconds to complement a silver medal in the 400 metres. He was St. Maximilian Kolbe Mustangs senior Justin to compete in the 800-metre race Wednesday. Graenert is among a number Graenert finished ahead of athletes to emerge with of Sacred Heart Crusaders’ multiple medals from TuesLiam Crocket in the 1,500 . day’s opening day of the York Crocket also placed second Region Athletic Association in the 2,000 steeplechase. track and field meet. The star of the day was Graenert won the boys se-

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Teagan Grant gives her word to Wisconsin Badgers JOHN CUDMORE jcudmore@yrmg.com There is history between the Grant family and NCAA hockey programs. It seems only fitting, then, that Teagan Grant is following a path well-travelled by family members. Despite the fact she is only in Grade 10 at King Township’s Country Day School, her future appears mapped out with a verbal commitment to the University of Wisconsin’s women’s hockey program. Perhaps one of the school’s pursuing Grant had an inside track, but the Badgers prevailed in the end. "It was a hard decision because Wisconsin and

Teagan Grant Minnesota were my dream schools because both are so good at hockey," said the Newmarket resident, who turns 16 in August. "I was drawn to Princeton, too, and know a lot of girls going there. But I feel the

WCHA is better for me." Also prominent in the pursuit process was Ohio State University, where older sister Breanne is at the end of her career. Yet when it comes to sisterly advice, Teagan opted to pursue her own path. So, despite the best recruiting efforts of her older sister, a senior captain at Ohio State, the 15-year-old defenceman chose the Badgers. "She pushed me pretty hard," confessed Teagan, whose family moved to Newmarket from New Liskeard last year. "She would call me and tell me, ’You need to go to Ohio State,’ and sometimes nearly convinced me she was right. " At five-foot, five-inches tall, she feels her size will

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be a challenge in the WCHA. The Grade 10 student at Country Day School credits her decision to play as an underager for the Toronto Jr. Aeros in the Provincial Women’s Hockey League for the attention she received from NCAA suitors. "I think the decision to choose junior over midget and playing against older girls paid off," she said. "If I had stayed at midget, I don’t think I would have received the offers I got. It didn’t seem real. I wouldn’t say I was surprised, but very honoured." Grant won’t be NCAA eligible for two more seasons and schools are not permitted to sign prospects officially until dur-

ed to follow in her footsteps. Just not all the way. As I got older, I wanted to go my own route. "I think my parents have learned how to get the proper vibes from coaches. Wisconsin just seemed like the right fit. When I went on the campuses away from where people were trying to convince me, that’s where you get the real taste for it." Hockey at Ohio State takes a back seat to football and basketball. At Wisconsin, it is a highly visible program with four national titles to its credit. "Wisconsin sells out all the time," said Grant. "Playing in that atmosphere pumps up your game because you are so excited."

ing their high school graduation year. She credits several years as a competitive figure skater for developing her strong skating skills. It is one of the components to her game that has earned her a place among 53 players, including 15 defencemen, hoping to attend the Team Canada under-18 selection camp in July in Calgary. Her family has lots of NCAA background. Her dad, Gord, played hockey at Michigan Tech, as did two uncles. And, of course, her older sister at Ohio State. "She has always been my role model and I always looked up to her because she always played at a high level," said Grant. "I want-

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It was… 50 years ago today!?! The Beatles’ seminal album “Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band” was released in June 1967 to rave reviews, kicking off the SUMMER OF LOVE. To celebrate this milestone, “The Liverpool Sessions” are performing the entire album LIVE at Newmarket’s newly renovated Old Town Hall Theatre on Saturday June 3. The production is spearheaded by Newmarket born, Jeff Scott, international performer and avid Beatles Fan. “It was here in Newmarket where I first fell in love with the Beatles’ music, so it seemed fitting to kick off the show here.”

Performed in its entirety for it’s 50th anniversary. Featuring a 12 piece band recreating the sound and energy of the Beatles’ best recordings and songs from the 1967 SUMMER OF LOVE.

The Old Town Hall Theatre 460 Botsford St. Downtown Newmarket

In 2013, Jeff’s four piece band, The Buddy Ray Vons, kicked off the anniversary of the very first Beatles LP, “Please Please Me” with a performance of the entire album in Toronto. Since then they have marked each album’s 50th birthday with a similar concert. “As the album’s became more sophisticated we kept adding musicians. Now the “Liverpool” band is a 12 piece affair.” The show will be rounded out by the Beatles more sophisticated songs. (“The one’s no one wants to touch!” Jeff says) “Eleanor Rigby”, “Penny Lane” and a few songs from the summer of love, 1967. “Happy Together… and I love The Monkees!”

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Interestingly, only seven of the 18 golf holes on the property are owned by the golf club. The remaining 11 holes are property of the resort purchased by Lu. It’s easy math: a seven-hole course isn’t exactly an inspiring true golfing experience. It is important to understand the golf club and its members have first option to purchase the 11 remaining holes on resort property. "When (the resort) first went up for sale, we made them aware if a developer was coming in, we wanted the first chance to buy that share," said The Briars’ golf club president Barry Towner. "But Mr. Lu is a resort

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You can’t blame anyone for thinking the worst. Just think how many times in the past few years a developer has purchased a course then paved over paradise. In the Briars’ case, no housing development is in the immediate plan. For starters, there isn’t even the whiff of infrastructure required to maintain and service housing in the works. Happily, for golfers at least, the existence of a lease between the resort and golf club to keep the course swinging will put minds at ease. The perpetual lease, which comes up for renewal every 21 years, was most recently re-upped in 2013, thereby taking the current agreement to 2034.

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