June 9, 2022 Vol. 22, No. 23
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Municipal Election North Frontenac Shows Its Strength – Incumbent Mayors In Face Of Derecho Fall Out Chomping At The Bit by Jeff Green
by Jeff Green t has been over a month since nominations opened for this fall’s municipal election. With a provincial election winding down, and almost 3 months to go before nominations close in late August, there has been no real rush to bring signed nominations to township offices in Sydenham, Sharbot Lake, Plevna and Flinton. But in all 4 cases, the incumbent heads of council, who signalled their intent to seek and additional term earlier in the year, have already registered as candidates. Henry Hogg is the only declared candidate in Addington Highlands. He is seeking a 6 term as Reeve, having held the post for 20 of the 24 years since the township was established in 1998. (He took a 4-year break between 2004 and 2007). There are wards in the township, each with two council positions. North Frontenac Mayor Ron Higgins registered on May 24. Of the three wards in North Frontenac, ward 3 (Palmerston-Canonto) has no candidates as of yet, but in Ward 2 (Clarendon and Miller) incumbent Gerry Martin and new candidate Roy Huetl are on the candidate list. In ward 1, there are two new candidates, Michel Hage, and Stephanie Regent. In Central Frontenac, Mayor Frances Smith has put her name forward for a 3rd term. There is one candidate for the two positions in wards 2,3, and 4, all incumbents seeking re-election: Victor Heese in ward 2 (Olden), Bill Macdonald in ward 3 (Oso) and Nicki Gowdy in ward 4 (Hinchinbrooke) There will be a race for Mayor in South Frontenac. The sitting Mayor, Ron Vandewal, is seeking a third term, and sitting Bedford District Councillor Alan Revill is attempting unseat him. That leaves two open council positions in Bedford ward because John MacDougall, who was appointed when Pat Barr died last year, will not be running. Suzanne Quenneville has come forward to seek one of those spots. Both of the incumbents in Portland district, Doug Morey and Ray Leonard, are running for re-election, as is Norm Roberts in Storrington. Incumbent Randy Ruttan is running again in Loughborough district, as is the township’s former Public Works Manager, Mark Segsworth. (In all of the Frontenac Townships, and in Addington Highlands as well, the Mayor/Reeve is elected though a township wide vote, and there are two councillors elected by the residents from each ward/district) ■
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Damage at Sherwood Park Campground caused by the May 21 storm.
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hile the May 21 storm is a fading memory for some, it is still an active issue in the lives of those who were most impacted. There are still people without power in North Frontenac. Hydro One says they hope to have that remedied by the end of June, but in a few isolated cases it could extend even further. Other properties were so badly damaged that clean up may take a few more weeks, and damages to buildings could take longer to be repaired. The roof at the township garage will need to be partially replaced, as will those on homes and outbuildings scattered across the township. And in some cases, such as Sherwood Park and Brown’s Campgrounds, the elimination of the forest cover will change the look, and feel, of the campgrounds for decades to come. And there are issues around insurance coverage that are just coming to light. But in spite of all that, the township is functioning, the
roads were cleared pretty quickly, the Frontenac Parklands are back in business. The clean up continues. “All in all, I would say we were very, very fortunate that no one was seriously hurt,” said Cory Klatt, incoming Chief Administrative Officer, “because the damage was severe, all across the township. Our staff started working as soon as the storm was over, and volunteers from across the township arrived as well. For a small community, we are pretty hardy. Hydro crews are still working on bringing power back.” Damage at Bon Echo Park has resulted in the closure of the Park until at least June 12, which is a blow to the tourist industry in the township. Mayor Ron Higgins is advising residents to keep all of their receipts for storm repairs, in the hopes that provincial relief will be available. “Absolutely no promises in that regard,” he said on his official Facebook page, “but I will try my best to make that happen when this is over and done with.” ■
High Tea in Sunbury: A fun event for all ages! By Judy Borovskis he atmosphere was beautiful, the food delicious and the guests were enjoying it all. The first sitting began with a few words from our Mayor, Ron Vandewal. He complimented the works of the Lion's Club and the support they give to the local community and in particular this event to raise funds for the Child Life Specialist Program at KGH. Next, Scott Reid MP, spoke of the Queen's Platinum Jubilee, the celebrations and of course this celebration in Sunbury. Tiered plates of sandwiches and plates of sweets were delivered to the tables by the 4H Community Involvement Club, along with varieties of hot tea served in an assortment of beautiful china tea pots. Background music was provided by the talented Mya
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Steenbakkers, a student violinist with Canta Arya in Kingston. The second sitting was a repeat of the first, with special guests Ron Sleeth and Norm Roberts, both members of South Frontenac Township Council. Each spoke briefly complimenting the Lion's Club for all they do, especially the Food Bank Drives which helped so many locals having difficult times during the pandemic. Once again the food was served, the tea poured, the music started and it was an enjoyable time for all! A special touch was certainly the beautiful Jubilee lapel pin that everyone present received. Hopefully we will see you all again next year for the Third Annual High Tea! ■
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