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quirements. We also added armour stone, landscaping paving,” said site general man ager Sam Huang.
Biodigester buyer doubles down to make facility hum
moment - from
pretty much every thing.”Thebiodigester proj ect was $18 million dol lars deep in start-up and operating losses when it was sold. The Town launched a civil suit in June 2019 in an attempt to recoup some of those losses.
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When Miller Waste purchased the Sobye Road biodigester from the Town of Grimsby in October 2019, compa ny officials knew they had some work ahead of them not just to get the facility up to basic
the project’s manage ment team hoped.
safety and operating standards.Issues with core equipment, system design, site drainage, landscape standards and more were all part of what went into an 18-month, multi-million dollar overhaul to get the facility running as
“The entire site was brought up 2-5 feet elevation-wise. We raised everything up so we would not get under water. We redid
This Canada Day, July 1997 is one Brian Romagnoli will not soon forget. It was his opportunity to present his work, the mural painting “500 Years of Royal Canada” to HM Queen Elizabeth II and HRH The Duke of Edinburgh at Her Majesty’s official Canadian residence, Government House (Rideau Hall) in Ottawa. For some of Romagnoli’s recollections of his once-in-a-lifetime royal meeting please turn to Page 3.
“From the gate at the road we installed, we redid the berms along the road mak ing them higher, added trees and a new fence, all which were part of the MoE’s (Ministry of the Environment) re
There has been no public movement on the lawsuit for nearly twoMeanwhile,years. the efforts of the biodigest er’s new team are now reaping dividends for their work and sizeable financial investment.
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Another key decision made when it came to the site’s operation was to avoid what had been touted as an other revenue stream by prior management - namely using the out put material (diges tate) as source mate rial to make fertilizer.
part from household and restaurant waste.
Due to run-off from the storage area, the pond that was on site was in very rough shape when the new management took over.“The dry feed system has been systemseedwasitaretheyoverhauls.moreternallyprocessingternalthebottomesdredgetirelypumpfirstplan,turalNASMtheHuang.weliterallygrapepurelythewerebecausedecommissionedcompletelyandofthatweabletoconvertpondbacktobeingforstormwater.Itwasfilledwithpomace.Itwaspurplewhenfirstgothere,”said“Wehadtoirrigatefarmfieldundera(non-agricul-sourcematerial)too.Oneofthethingswedidwasthatpondendownandthenabout6-8inchofsludgeoutofthetoremoveallsediment.”Thoseweretheexchangestothesystem.Inneededevenupgradesand“Withthegrapeseedusedtouse,westillstrugglingwithuptotoday.Theresomuchgrapeputthroughthiswehadtoclean
Clearing out the solid feed storage and restoring the health of the pond went a very long way to nearly eliminating a huge thorn in the side of the site’s neighboursnamely“We’reodour.notgoing to tell you there is none, we don’t have much of a problem. Everything is enclosed now and it’s all done through pumping, nothing is on the pad in the open air, so once the slurry gets into these tanks it’s all in the enclosed sys tem. We’ve had a great relationship with our neighbours.”
“There is zero value to do that,” said Mauchlen of process ing digestate into dried fertilizer, adding the liquid output material is now bouringpliedfriendlyenvironmentallyandcanbeapdirectlytoneighfarmers’fields.“Wegetahighval
ments and general site conditions.”Thiswould put the additional investment into the site north of at least $6 million, which is public record via Grimsby council meet ings as loans, share proceeds and supplier costs which had to be paid out after the sale.
“We have invested an amount equal to the original acquisition cost with respect to equipment upgrades, compliance require
ue product now com ing out of the system which is of use to local farmers so what we’re doing makes good sense.”Tokeep the system running at full capacity, the operating system also had to be gutted.
“The control system was very bare bones. It was really just a moni toring system. It didn’t do anything automati cally. That is another area we did a lot of work on, automat ing the entire process to make things run smoothly,” said Huang.
“We had to set it up to be successful. We needed all new equipment on the front end to make the fa cility successful be cause without the right equipment it would never have worked well. Now we are set for success,” Mauchlen said.
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“We had to demol ish one tank. It was not the right concrete and it was showing rebar already. We had to put in a new tank to facilitate all of our in put material, which is liquid. That’s why we decided to build three of these tanks and decommission the equip ment that was here. It was built for solid in put material, which is very inconsistent,” said Huang, noting each tank goes 20 feet deep into the ground with a
Mauchlen agreed.
400 cubic metres ca pacity in each of three tanks.“Some tanks have a capacity for just one day’s worth of materi al, but they have prob lems if something goes down because you have to stop. Because this is a biological pro cess, you want to feed it slow and steady all day long, 24/7. You don’t want to stop.”
From the deal clos ing in October 2019 it was about 18 months to overhaul the site.
“We restarted it in December 2020 and by March 2021 it was running at 100 per cent capacity. It was about a year-and-a-half from taking it over to getting it running as it should,” said Miller Waste’s An drew Mauchlen, man ager of organics.
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And the key to making their new system operate consistently and at a high efficien cy is the “slurry” input material made in large
Sam Huang (left), biodigester general manager, and Andrew Mauchlen, manager of organics, in the stairwell leading down to the inner workings of the biodigester tanks - seen in the background - which go 20 feet into the
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these two tanks right out. We pulled 1,000 tonnes) of pure grape seed out of these guys (the two tanks). It was literally a mountain of grape seeds in each. It plugged all sorts of pipes. It was a night mare. The pond was filled with grape pom ace. It was literally purple when we first got here, but cleaning these tanks out was a big job,” said Huang.
Miller Waste oper ates a facility in Pick ering which generates the slurry mixture and supplies the Grimsby site.By shifting to the liq uid format, the Sobye Road operation was able to get fully away from one of the real weaknesses in the pre vious system’s opera tional plan, the solidsbased input material.
Andrew Mauchlen, left, and Sam Huang at the above-ground cover of one of the 400 cubic metre capacity disgester tanks. Williscraftphoto
“The experience was nothing like you would expect. I took them on a tour of the mural piece, which il lustrated five centuries of the Mon archy’s history - both French and British - in Canada. They were warm and kind. Her Majesty was very nice noting she thought the work was ‘marvelous’ and had ‘beautiful de tail’,” noted Romagnoli.
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In 1996, Romagnoli drafted a formal proposal for what turned out to be his “500 Years of Royal Canada” mural, which was presented to Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh on Canada Day, or Domininion Day as Romagnoli prefers, on July 1, 1997.“One might expect a very formal process, and it was, but the experi ence was not as one might expect,” said“TheRomagnoli.queenand the duke were very amiable and genuinely inter ested in the people and what they were doing. It would not matter if
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you were a tradesman or a scientist in terms of what you were doing. They looked right at you and gave you all theirRomagnoliattention.”noted there was considerable formal proce dure to the presention at Ot tawa’s Rideau Hall, but why wouldn’t one want pomp and pageantry when meeting royalty.
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“The mural is now part of the Roy al Collection – after touring and be ing displayed at Provincial Legisla tures, including Queen’s Park.”
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Lions back with a roar for CCWN food drive VOTE DON GrimsbyHOWECouncilWard2 Grimsby resident for 35-plus years, always in Ward Previously2. served 3 terms on Grimsby OperatedCouncil. a Main Street business for many Retiredyears after 30 years in industrial sales Currently work part-time I am glad to speak with you at any time. Would you like a lawn sign to show that you want Wouldchange?youlike to help with my campaign? The next town council needs to return to a mature, respectful, clear thinking, financially focused, problem solving, accountable and transparent group that will be leaders to take Grimsby forward. I bring those attributes and more. Email: donhowe.election2022@gmail.com CandidatebyforpaidAd 4 4 4 4 4 4 Phone: 905-945-0188 Sold@GolfiTeam.com www.GolfiTeam.com † In combined sales and volume, across all brokerages in Hamilton, Halton, Brantford and Niagara (Jan 1 - April 30, 2021). RE/MAX Escarpment Golfi Realty Inc., Brokerage. Independently owned and operated. * Sales Representative Rob Golfi* CALL TODAY FOR A FREE HOMEREALEVALUATION!ESTATETEAM † #1
day when there is no need for a food bank but meanwhile we’re gathering everyone to help out and work together.”
“So far we’re at 22,000 pounds and counting. Nor mally we do about 30,000 pounds but times are tough
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By Joanne McDonald For NewsNow Hardworking volunteers sort ed through mounds of food and household donations Saturday at the 33rd annual Beamsville & District Lions Food Drive.
for everybody,” said Lynda O’Donnell, manager of com munity engagement. “We’re still collecting from the drop off sites in Lincoln.” There is a need for toiletries and clean ingSeptemberproducts.
The 33rd annual Beamsville & District Lions Food Drive was rolling Saturday morning with volunteers sorting and packing goods for Community Care of West Niagara #ccwnFeedsLincoln. (L-R) are George Takach, George Savage, Leighanne Siebert, Jean Brohman, Mackenzie Cartmel and Caron Edwards. McDonald - Photo
is Hunger Ac tion Month and for CCWN that means action to grow the community beyond hun ger. “We want there to be a
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The Arts Walk - will include venues at Nelles Manor Museum, Grimsby Museum, Woolverton House, Grims by Public Art Gallery and the Carn egie Building will offer everything from art exhibitions to live music to
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The only thing better than one scoop of fun would be two scoops - and Grimsby will have exactly that this Saturday with both the Grimsby 100 Celebration and the inaugural Grimsby Arts Walk set to take over downtown.
a contest free for all with a winning entrant getting a limo family trip for four to The ROM.
The Arts Walk runs 10 a.m.-4 p.m., while Grimsby 100 kicks off at Noon and runs until 11 p.m. The Main Street stage will be a highlight with local magician Nick Wallace and Shania Twin featured at 2 p.m. and 9 p.m. respectively. Bus shuttle service in set from BT in the west and Mounta inview Church in the east.
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October 24, 2022 / 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. Lincoln Municipal Election Notice of Election: Notice is hereby given to the electors of the Town of Lincoln that the 2022 Municipal and School Board Elections shall be held on Oct. 24, 2022, in accordance with the Municipal Elections Act, 1996, S.O. 1996, c. 32, Sch., s.40
News Now • Thursday, September 22, 2022 • Page 7 Voting Day:2022 TownCandidatesCertifiedofLincolnCouncil&Regional Council Candidates Mayoral Candidates • Sandra Easton – Acclaimed • Terry Farrell – Rejected Ward 1 Councillor Candidates • Dianne Rintjema • Brian Romagnoli • Adam Thomas Russell • Joanne Serkeyn Ward 2 Councillor Candidates • Herbert Blum • Tony Brunet • Alain Mukama • John D. Pachereva Ward 3 Councillor Candidates • Mike Mikolic • Anna Murre • Terry Teather • Dave Thompson Ward 4 Councillor Candidates • David Brown • Greg Reimer • Lynn Timmers Regional Councillor Candidates • Robert Foster – Acclaimed School Board Trustee Candidates Conseil Scolaire Viamonde • Pierre Gregory – Acclaimed Conseil Scolaire Catholique MonAvenir • Melinda Chartrand – Acclaimed Niagara Catholic District School Board • Doug Joyner • Leanne Prince• Roberta Skoko Niagara District School Board • Margaret Bowman• Elizabeth Klassen • Matthew Stanton Advanced Internet Voting: Available 24 hours a day starting October 5 at 10 a.m. until 8 p.m. on October 19.Visit https://www.intvoting.com/lincoln/ Advance In-person Polls: 2 Days: October 15 & 19, 2022 | Time: 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. Location: Town Hall (4800 South Service Rd., Beamsville ON) Accessible voting technologies available during the advance in-person polls. Voter Identification Notices: Residents should receive their Voter Identification Notices in the mail by the end of September. If you don’t receive your Voter Identification Notice, please contact the Election team at elections@lincoln.ca or 905-563-2800. @TownofLincolnON Locations:
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ra Dance and Fitness Studio performers will showcase their talents before live bands Vinyl Flux and Super Sonic Hearts close out the proceedings with their shows starting at 5 pm. and 7 p.m. respective ly.“Fling on King is an opportunity for the
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The event will run from 2-10 p.m. with the Kidszone running from 2-7Atp.m.2p.m., the Kids’ Kraze Sing-Along will take to the main stage for an interactive show.
children’s activities, food trucks and much more will all be part of the fun in downtown Beamsville
community to come together after several years apart to cel ebrate with an amaz ing line-up of activities throughout the day and night including family entertainment and activities,” said Lori Laird, Recreation and Events Coordina tor at Town of Lincoln.
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“There will also be crafts and games and everyone can speak with our firefighters as well, so these events have a lot going on and they’re a lot of fun,” said Clark.
West Lincoln Fire hosts open house this Saturday
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Twp. of West Lincoln’s Station 1 Smithville will be the scene of an open house this Saturday from 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
The annual event is a chance for the fire department to showcase much of their equipment and how it operates as well as educate residents to fire and safety mea sures.“We will have a free barbecue, fire truck tours, and lots of fun for the whole fam ily,” said firefighter and event organizer Tamara Clark.
“We will also be selling Smile Cookies for sale on behalf of our local Tim Hor ton’s with all money raised going to West Lincoln Community Care. So don’t forget yourThecash.”Smithville station is located at 344 Canborough Street.
News Now • Thursday, September 22, 2022 • Page 11 Do w ntown Beam s vi l le, King S tree t between Ontario and M ountai n SATUR DAY, S eptembe r 2 4 2 :00pm - 1 0:00 pm PR ESENTED BY : 3:45pm - 4:45pm · Dance Showcase with Niagara Dance and Fitness StudioVinyl Flux Fr PR ESENTED BY : 2:00pm - 3:45pm · Kids’ Kraze Sing-Along Join Maddy and her assistant the Blipster for an interactive show. Mirable the Miracle sister will be joining us for a dance party, and brace for the coolest Snow Sisters sing-along. 3:45pm - 4:45pm · Dance Showcase with Niagara Dance and Fitness Studio 5:00pm - 7:00pm · Live Music from Vinyl Flux 7:00pm - 10:00pm · Live Music from Super Sonic Hearts Band 2:00pm - 10:00pm · The King Street Kitchen Food trucks and pop ups featuring the Niagara Benchlands Pour House. 2:00pm - 7:00pm · Kidszone Free family fun with activities PR ESENTED BY : 2:00pm - 3:45pm · Kids’ Kraze Sing-Along Join Maddy and her assistant the Blipster for an interactive show. Mirable the Miracle sister will be joining us for a dance party, and brace for the coolest Snow Sisters sing-along. 3:45pm - 4:45pm · Dance Showcase with Niagara Dance and Fitness Studio 5:00pm - 7:00pm · Live Music from Vinyl Flux 7:00pm - 10:00pm · Live Music from Super Sonic Hearts Band 2:00pm - 10:00pm · The King Street Kitchen Food trucks and pop ups featuring the Niagara Benchlands Pour House. 2:00pm - 7:00pm · Kidszone Free family fun with activities Do w ntown Beam s vi l le, King S tree t between Ontario and M ountai n SATUR DAY, S eptembe r 2 4 2 :00pm - 1 0:00 pm PR ESENTED BY : 3:45pm - 4:45pm · Dance Showcase with Niagara Dance and Fitness StudioVinyl Flux Proudly Supported by : Visit Lincoln.ca @FlingonKing Fr Proudly Supported by :
sounds, from Jim Bucknall’s steam en gine to blacksmith Peter Parry’s ham mer, the pioneer spirit made a rich and ro bust appearance on the historic grounds of the Lincoln Muse um & Cultural Centre.
Up for the challenge, Susanna Sikkema, 9, Rosalyn Sikkema, 7, and Fern Sikkema, 6, try some old fashioned fun on stilts.
Making sauerkraut the old-fashioned way (L-R) Julia Shuttleworth, Laurel Shuttleworth and Scarlett Allingham.
1st Vineland Scouts (L-R) Scouter Melanie Stevenson, Andrew Kennedy 11, Felicity Kennedy, 12, and Scouter Steve Kennedy.
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A tapestry of fall colours and volunteers dressed in period costumes carried the crowd back in time Saturday for the 56th annual Harvest Pio neerAlongDay.with the fa miliar sights and
Pioneer spirit celebrates community’s rich heritage
(Above) Elwin Moore operates the antique corn (Left)sheller.Jasmine Pro teau, Curator, Lincoln Museum and Cultural Centre, ladles hot soap from a bubbling iron pot over a wood (Right)fire.
Mark Molnar Official Town Crier for the Town of
Rachel Kuehnel gives a taste of strudel to Joshua while their kids, Josephine 1, and Elijah, 3, enjoy the ride.
Learning to knit, pioneer girls (L-R) are Katie Cook, Mara Suntz, Reyanna Webb and Josephine Webb.
Casey Doxtater, 2, rolls out a moccasin stencil with help from volunteer Amina Vreugdenhil.
Grace Mathers, 8, and Josie Skinner, 2 take a ride back in time in an antique wagon.
PhotosLincoln.ByJoanneMcDonald
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Watching blacksmith Peter Parry at work was a highlight for the crowd. Zoe Lachance guides participants through the art of candle dipping.
Super hero fun day
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Art Demo’s (1:30pm)
Competition Awards – 11:30am
Grimsby Public Art Gallery:
Grimsby Historical Society Writing
Nelles Manor Museum: Lakeside Pumphouse Artists
Association Art Show and Sale Live Music (1-3pm)
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DowntownLOCATIONS:Grimsby:
13 Mountain St.:
Castlepoint Numa Private Collection
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Grimsby Historical Society Collection
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Carnegie Building:
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Historical Publications and 2023 Calendar
Cut-out painting by FORT Artists
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Page 18 • NewsNow • Thursday, September 22, 2022 Grimsby Museum Grimsby Heritage Painting Challenge Nelles Manor Museum Lakeside Pumphouse Artists Exhibition and Sale The Woolverton Castlepoint Numa Private Collection Exhibit, Live Music Carnegie Building Grimsby Historical Society Writing Competition Awards Main Street/Coronation Park Kidz Zone, Live Mural Painting, Live GrimsbyMusic/Performers,100SelfieStation425631 Grimsby Public Art Gallery Juried Art Show, Live Musicexploretohubsartisticuniquesix Artists of all ages are invited to get creative and complete your own hand-painted postcard canvas recreating a historic Grimsby scene from a reference image we’ll provide. We also supply your canvas, paints and brushes! Grimsby Museum, 6 Murray St. SATURDAY SEPT 24 | 10 to 4 challengepaintingheritage JOIN THE FUN DURING THE GRIMSBY ARTS WALK! Everyone completing a painting will be entered to WIN A FAMILY PACK OF FREE ADMISSION FOR FOUR TO ROM (ROYAL ONTARIO MUSEUM) including ROUND TRIP LIMO SERVICE! Full contest prize details availale onsite. WIN! Find more details at www.grimsbyartswalk.ca PLUS! Get 15% OFF your Fantastic Beasts™: The Wonder of Nature exhibition ticket when you buy your tickets online at rom.on.ca and use the promo code NEWSNOW. the Heritage Painting Challenge is generously sponsored by ar ts walk GRIMSBYwalk SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 24 saturday sept 24
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Tree sale promotion goes into overtime
Grimsby Garden Club’s National Tree Day - Sept. 22 - event is going intoPre-ordersovertime.can be placed for pickups on Wednesday and Thursday of this week, but event organizer Liza Fuller said orders can still be placed
“…it seemed as if Anne’s famous imagination had rubbed o on Bengt Jörgen himself.” – The Globe & Mail Discounts available for youth and groups. 3 SHOWS FRI 7 OCT | SAT 8 OCT DOWNTOWN ST. CATHARINES firstontariopac.ca Federal Programs Legislation and Regulations Immigration and Citizenship Veteran’s Affairs Income Security Programs CPP, OAS, GIC Canada Revenue Agency Commemorative Certificates Contact Dean’s office for inquiries & assistance with: Constituency Office 4994 King Street, Box 880 Beamsville, ON L0R 905.563.79001B0 Toll Free 1.877.563.7900 info@deanallison.ca | www.deanallison.ca
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My philosophy is to put residents’ views and wishes above my own. I truly want what is best for Grimsby and make myself available at any time to residenthearconcerns. I am velopmentsponsibleandprotectioneningGO,hospitalthroughtocommittedfollowingthebuild,strengthheritagetheredeofGrimsby.
ing effectmakeThiscommunityciesdecisionscanlaborationnegotiationcouragingwellmembers,communitystaff,councillors,amongrelationshipsrespectfulallandasasenandcol-sothatwemoveforwardwithandpolithatwillallowourtothrive.ishowIintendtoadifferenceandpositivechange.
Carol Ricciuto: Grimsby Coun. Ward 2
Municipal govern ment decisions have the great est influence on our daily lives.
Jeff Jordan: Grimsby Mayor
All candidates who made submissions are included. Answers were capped at 100 words and are printed verbatim.
Grimsby Ward 1 candidates Brian Drost, Kevin Ritchie and Lincoln Ward 3’s Herbert Blum were the only candidates not to submit comments from all those registered in Grimsby, Lincoln & West Lincoln.
The main focus I have is to bring a new point of view to council, and to ensure the voices of the commu nity, your voices, are Whatrepresented.properlyIbring to the ta ble is strong interper sonal and negotiation skills from a career in sales, as well as critical thinking and problem solving skills from my
I have lived in Grimsby
I believe that the best cansharesbetter.makeaboutandmustthem.it’sunderstandleadersthatneveraboutLeadersbeselflessalwaysthinkhowtotheteamWhenateamavision,theyaccomplishso
A few key areas of focus include: protec tion of our ment.improvedusedevelopment,propriateenvironment,naturalapresponsibleefficientoftownassetsandmanage
up for what is important to towillcontrary.fortsfaceevenresidentsintheofeftotheIcontinueencourage greater citizen engage ment and the return of standing committees with citizen represen tation. My interest is in building Grimsby’s future together. out
Grimsby Ward 2
Grimsby Ward 1
As someone who grew up here, lives, plays, and works in Grimsby, I want to see a strong, healthy, and economi cally vibrant communi ty that grows respon sibly while retaining its amazing character for our children and theirs. My track record speaks for itself: I’ve worked
Although new to politics as such, my experience with the provincial and federal govern ments, regarding my licensing for Wildlife bilitationRehaforRaptors et al, has given me an in troduction to the slow workings of the system and the internal mis conceptions by each section of politics.
Grimsby Candidates ~ Mayor
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Reg Freake: Grimsby Coun. Ward 1
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ability to be part of itworktion,determinawillingness,Ichange.thatbringtheandhardtomakechangefor the better, leaving it in a much better position for future councils.
for 40+ years, been a part of the Spacetheseminarsanding,throughcommunityguidsoccer,educationonCanadianProgram and Birds in our EcoMySystem.respect for the environment is para Imount.wantto see our town keep its identity and still flourish.
Being a good mayor, in my opinion, means taking the time to
Dylan Brethour: Grimsby Coun. Ward 2
Don Howe: Grimsby Coun. Ward 2
My constituents tell me I am ap proachable, I lis ten and likesivesmartIfressandwereby.fordoandmyselfcontinueaccordingly.respondIwilltomakeaccessiblehelpfulandwhat’sbestWard1andGrimsThepast4yearsverydisruptiveinterruptedprogonseveralfronts.thevoterselectaandprogrescouncil,Iwouldtoworkdiligently
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John Dunstall: Grimsby Mayor
towards fixing what’s bro ken, build on what worked and develop a renewed vi brant strategy for future.Grimsby’s
Thisvisionronmentalsocommunity.unifiedorderandencouragingneeds,nitytheexactlyunderstandwhatcommuwantsandaswellasdialoguecollaborationintodevelopavisionfortheYoumustcreatetheenviinwhichthatcanbeachieved.includesfoster
The door knocking has begun. To educate readers, NewsNow asks: “Why should I vote for you?”
work within the tions.concerns,meresidentsAsofdecisionsinformedmeputandence,Mycommunity.scientificexperiskillset,yourinwillallowtomakeforthebetterourcommunity.such,Iinvitealltocontactwiththeirthoughts,andsugges
You should vote for me, Don Howe, if you want someone who has experience, matu rity, ethics, and is fiscally focused. Having seen how the current council has performed, there needs to be a change, and I bring the
I’ve strived to maintain ongoing dialogue with residents, whether through social media, phone, email, or in person, both to inform and listen to ensure I’m working toward their interests.
Lianne Vardy: Grimsby Coun. Ward 2 Grimsby
YoumentseeresponsiblyeffectivelymentsoundCouncillorsforward-lookingneedswithjudgewhowillandoveritsmanageandgrowth.alreadyknow
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I am a strong advocate for Ward 2 and I reach out to residents in the other wards as well. You know that I’m principled and stand
Dave Sharpe: Grimsby Coun. Ward 2
Get
Delight Davoli: Grimsby Coun. Ward 1
much. That’s how I’ve lived my life, how we grew our andbusiness,how we solved “I”nizessomeoneer”.“bio-digesttheVoteforthatrecogthatthereisnointeam.
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how important it is to protectinghave3munity.usthatleadershiphavereflectsasacomWarddeservestoavoicethe safety and security of our adventure)asvaluesheritagegenerationstivespacespreservesneighbourhoods,ourpublicandisproacathavingfutureinheritourandthecoreitteaches(suchtheCo-ophousing
Jacob Baradziej: Grimsby Coun. Ward 4
Grimsby we all know and love is preserved and improved upon.
Grimsby resi dents
Duncan Storey: Grimsby Coun. Ward 3 Grimsby is at a critical juncture in its evolution as a community and nothing is more important to me than proud.oftoheritageworkGrimsbonian,aisFuturerepresent.constituentstheIwilldevelopmentinevitable,andasmulti-generationalIwilltopreserveourwhilehelpingsustainacommunitywhichwecanallbe
Veronica Charrois: Grimsby Coun. Ward 3
Grimsby Ward 3
I believe that each of us has a civic duty to make our com munity better in any way we can. My service to Grimsby as a member of Council for 15+ years, as well as a lifetime of service to the commu nity helping boardcoach,outorganizationsnumerousthroughWestNiagaraasavolunteer,andmember,make
As a born and raised ourthepolicyThemostbeThisfuture.aboutcareresident,GrimsbyItoodeeplyGrimsby’selectionmayGrimsby’simportant.nextcouncil’sdecisionshavepotentialtochangetownforever.
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tions and their employprofitatecannotgovernmentthatIees.understandlocaloperlikeafor-busi ness where specific markets are targeted. In government, all ser vices must be available to all residents equally and fairly. There can be no discrimination. This is important to me.
Residents of Grimsby should vote for some one that cares as much laws,thatconnectBesionsMakeandknowanswercanSomeoneasGrimsby’saboutfuturetheydo.theyrelyontotheirquestions,theirconcernsgetbacktothem.therightdeciforthefuture.thatvoicetheycanwith.Someoneunderstandsby-budgets,roads, committees.hasrelationsmunicipalment,procureparks,development,construction,finance,inter-andsaton
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Baraa Fattal: Grimsby Coun. Ward 4
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Grimsby Ward 4
in the best interest of the residents of ward 3 and Grimsby. My character and maturity speak for Ithemselves.willbeyour voice.
Ryan Day: Grimsby Coun. Ward 3
me the right person for the Whetherjob. they are an cumbentin or a newcomer, I encourage all voters to ex amine each candidate’s record of service to our unparalleled.tomyserviceVolunteerismcommunity.iswherebegins,andrecordofserviceourcommunityis
we have a controlled growth approach with proper parking and setbacks to ensure we protect the communitiesexistingwithin our town!
Jennifer Korstanje: Grimsby Coun. Ward 3 This andprotectsactstoWeresident’simpactdecisionspowerwhonineGrimsbyOctober,willelectresidentswillhavethetomakethateverylife.canchooseelectateamthatwithintegrity,itscitizensbringsvalueto us as constituents. As a local resident raised in Ward 3 and continu ing to reside within its boundaries, I have a true understanding of
Jim Howden: Grimsby Coun. Ward 4
Nick DiFlavio: Grimsby Coun. Ward 4
Joanne Johnston: Grimsby Coun. Ward 3 Grimsby is our home and representtoneedsanyIme,visions.causedysfunctionalCouncilfullywe’veForCommunity.ourfouryearspainwatchedathatisbeofpettydiItisnotaboutit’saboutyou.willnotbepartofG5orG4.Counciltostartlisteningresidentsagain,andtheircon
Having lived in Grimsby for 35 years, I’ve noticed a recent trend toward iblyIignored.communityfamily-friendlymoveded,investorsDevelopersness-onlyalsratedbecomingcouncilssatubyindividuwithabusiagenda.andhavebenefitwhileresidentswhohereforasafe,havebeenhaveworkedincredhardtoimprove our hopeandbynotdentIGrimsby.community-focusedfamily-friendly,towardsICouncil.withmuchcancapacityfromcommunityaresidentbutaccomplishmoreavoteatwanttomoveasafe,andamalsoanindepencandidate,amfinanciallybackedanyone,andliveworkinthewardItorepresent.
I am a profes sional accountant and a retired se nior executive of an tions.munitymanyinvolvedbank.internationalIhavebeenwithlocalcomorganizaIunderstand the governance process and understand that Council sets policy and Senior policieshowimplementsManagementit.Iknowtosetrealisticfororganisa
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I have all the skills, experience, and mediateII’mrighttownourrequiredmotivationtohelpbeautifulmoveinthedirection!confidentthatwillmakeanimimpacton our town and have already outlined my first 100 day plan to do so! I will work with the new council team to ensure our budget is finalized to todevelopmentsupcomingwillinflation.welltaxweensurekeeptheincreasebelowIreviewensurethat
Good leadership and understanding, how to work on a good team, and bring that good leadership. These are the things I can help Grimsby with while be ing a great Councillor to our Constituents.
their ballot this Oc tober, they’ll want to select a candidate that is willing to fulfill their Votevision.for me — because I love Grimsby as much as you.
I care Grimsbyaboutwe have called it home since 2000.
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is qualified, committed and passionate for the job at hand and who will stand up for you, then vote Nameer Rahman.
I have always taken the op portunity to advance Grimsby’s interests. Regional priorities in this term were the Canada Sum mer games, my peers electing me as the Vice Chair of the newly
Brian Romagnoli: Lincoln Coun. Ward 1
I will openly and honestly repre sent the constitu ents of Grimsby Ward 4 always keeping in mind their best inter ests and those of Grimsby at large. I am determined to provide “excellence in leadership through service and commit ment” to the constitu ents of Ward 4. I am a retired educator and a past St. Catharines City Councillor Port Dal
Josie and I have had the great fortune to raise our family here.
boards, and the commu nity work that came with it.
Len Stack: Grimsby Coun. Ward 4
pandemicfromrecoverycontinuevoicehavingateIworldwide.ampassionaboutyouraswetheand
testament to my agri business background.
town officials are all on the same page in terms of pri orities someonelookingSodirection.andifyou’reforwho
Michelle Seaborn: Grimsby Reg. Coun. My themyagriculturebackgroundhave34escarpmentonandhusbandIhavelivedtheGrimsbyforyearsandIastronginandyearsrunningfarmersmarket
formed Niagara Region ofTheCommittee.PublicChairandCommission,TransittheviceoftheWorksimportancetheseroles is very advantageous for Grimsby as well as representation for the smaller municipalities. We need to be at the table at least for the next four years.
This can only be done when residents, elect ed representatives and
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I enjoy talking with people and listening to what is important to them, and I take my duty to rep resent you very regularlyIseriously.havelovedholding openagenda style ward meetings because they have helped me stay in touch with the commu nity and keep a sense of what matters most. It’s been a very difficult (almost three) years
Nameer Rahman: Grimsby Coun. Ward 4
I have held leader ship roles in both local and regional Heritage; Past Chair of both the Museum Board of andvilleberrythenizingandRotaryCommerceChambertheberCharterICommittees;turalandTrusteesArchitec-HeritagewasalsoaMemofbothLincolnofandtheClubofLincoln;wasontheorgacommitteesofBeamsvilleStrawFestival,BeamsHighSchool100th125Anniversaries.
Adam Russell: Lincoln Coun. Ward 1 I think answeronavailablehavesolicitIhappeningupdateslarlyresidentstomadeonInability.comesresponsibilitywithaccountmyfirsttermcouncil,Ihaveitmygoalengageourreguwithimportantaboutwhat’sintown.havecontinuedtofeedback,andmademyselftoeveryoneSocialmediatoquestionsand
I am regionalencemyreadynowtotakeexperitothelevel.
Dianne Rintjema: Lincoln Coun. Ward 1
It informs residents, but it also helps me understand the issues of Fromtoday.day 1 my job has been here to help build a better community for everyone.
Joanne Serkeyn: Lincoln Coun. Ward 1
I believe that you must be involved in your com munity to make change happen. We see beentruckTrafficOntariodentialmoreBeamsvilletown,throughoutincreasinggrowththeandinweseeintenseresibuildingalongStreet.patternsandcongestionhaveidentifiedasa problem for years, but so lutions have beennot toion.timelymentedimpleinafashThishaschange.I will speak up and en sure we have smarter development, with a focus on ensuring traffic flow and a truck bypass are true priori ties of Council. of CandidatesLincoln~Ward
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I look forward to the challenges of working with a large group of like-minded people to bring the best possible outcome to Grimsby.
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the keystone to my being a councillor and I will commit to work ing with all parties in Grimsby to ensure it remains a place to raise a happy healthy family!
Frank Trivieri: Grimsby Coun. Ward 4
I enjoyed my eight years on Grimsby council, working on committees and
I come to you with the time, the energy and the experience to serve constituentsmy to the best of my ability. There is no bet ter way to give back to your community than to serve on your local town Council. It is my hope that I will win your confidence and be granted the privi lege to serve you.
housie Ward 6 for two terms.
I am looking to bring transpar ency and AbovebyterestsrepresentandbackaccountabilityfiscaltocityhalldirectlytheinofGrimsresidents.all,Ihope to make Grimsby the best place it can be for my family and yours.
Grimsby Regional Councillor
Regional Coun cillor is a unique position. They represent both their community’s and the Region’s best interests.
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am looking forward to putting my skills and experience to work to advance the initiatives commenced this term particularly around traffic safety and at tainable housing.
I feel that I am ready to champion the peoples’ causes of Lincoln, par ticularly those in Ward 1 where I grew Althoughup. I have never held political of fice, I’ve been around local politics all my adult life.
logue.openandtransparencycompleteloraIconcerns.thinkbeingCouncilrequiresconstantdia
Wayne Fertich: Grimsby Reg. Coun.
The town is rapidly growing and that growth creates chal lenges that need to be Iaddressed.haveworked with many cultures through out my career. Despite language or cultural
Anna Murre: Lincoln Coun. Ward 3
several items, such as a revitalization of Vine land, now on our radar. I’d like to be able to continue working on these various items still in the works.
and trust that resi dents have given me and would like the opportunity to con tinue the work started. Working together to be your voice at Town Hall.
Alain Mukama: Lincoln Coun. Ward 2
Terry Teather: Lincoln Coun. Ward 3 I will andfuture,communityawithdecisionsandthem.communicationageandandheard,suggestionsconcernszens’Lincolnensurecitiopinions,andarevalued,respectedIwillencourongoingwithByexaminingmonitoringTownIwillworkpeopletoensuresustainable,vibrantintheandencouragesupportgreater
a responsible, efficient and transparent man ner.
In a world that seems biased towards the negative, I believe we should invest in more facilities and
David Brown: Lincoln Coun. Ward 4
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John Pachereva: Lincoln Coun. Ward 2
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For the last two years, I have been fortunate to serve as nesses.residentsdrinkingtotification.roads,everThismains.ourreplacementchampionedandfrastructureServicesCommunityandInchairwithCounciltheofcast-ironwaterterm,morethanweinvestedinparks,andbeauWecontinuedeliverclean,safewatertoourandbusiOurwater/
Tony Brunet: Lincoln Coun. Ward 2
people, businesses, and volunteer ser vice groups with the resources we need to continue building a community where we all grow and thrive.
I am running to preserve the small town char acter of Lincoln. I have been con cerned, about the traffic increase on Victoria and the building of huge
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ground with the outcomesbest for our creatingtoassetssomemunity,comareoftheIbringthetable,the Lincoln residents want, expect and deserve. We need to work to gether and make smart decisions. That means asking the right ques tions and working with people. If elected I will do that!
1) As a Council lor for the past 4 years, l have pro vided tivementto4.oftohonestinclusiveconsistent,andleadershiptheresidentsLincoln-WardIwillcontinuefosteranenvironofopenandposicommunication with tocilensurewillmembers.fellowstaffdents,resiTownandCouncilIstrivetoCouncontinuesoperatein
Dave Thompson: Lincoln Coun. Ward 3
ments, while not glam orous, are essential in making sure we have a healthy, safe commu nity. I am proud that, as an organization, we’re listening and re sponding to residents and delivering services they want.
If elected as the Town of haveensureourandtheisWardcouncillorLincolnfor2,myplantoadvocateforwell-beingeducationofchildrentothattheyabrightfuture to look forward to.
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work as an educator and administrator I have developed excel lent make.I,inensureskillscommunicationthatIwillusetotransparencyanydecisionsbothandLincolncouncil
As a citizen who has lived, worked, and played in riencealongsidemyforelectedhonouredty.pulseregardingknowledgeableconnectedyears,areaJordan/Vinelandtheforover30IfeelveryandtheofthecommuniLastelection,IwastohavebeenasaCouncillorWard3.CombiningfreshperspectivetheexpeofmyWard
unsightly high rise areas.recreationalterfrontfarmland,encroachingsbuildwhichourwaand
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and emotional health. This in turn will create strong young adults who will be able to face any challenges the future might bring.
Greg Reimer: Lincoln Coun. Ward 4
I will be account able and respect ful of your tax Idollars.willwork to deliver a fis cally responsiveapproachableIexpectations.residentstandWillprojectswhilebattlebudgetresponsibletohelpinflation,stilldeliveringandservices.value,under-andaddressallconcernsandwillbeavailable,andtoyour
Mike Mikolic: Lincoln Coun. Ward 3
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I want to serve my community by shapedandoverworked-vestedI’myourepresentingatTownHall.deeplyininLincolnI’velivedandherefor30years,thistownhasmylifeand my Ifamily.willchampion the interests of businesses in Lincoln; as a busi ness owner & commu nity leader, I recognize
Being born and raised in thealowed2thepleasurealsocommunitythisandhavingthetoservepublicfortermshasalmetokeepsteadypulseofwantsandneeds of a diverse community that we call home. It will be an honor and a privilege to continue to serve the commu nity to keep our rural lifestyle plishedwantthingsachievingtherpushingintacttraditionsandwhilefuraheadbytheweallaccominour
ciples but I also honor debate and discus sion. Know for certain I never vote “just like everyone else”, for the sake of conformity. I seek to do right.
As a informed2014.Mayormittees,severalChairheldofthetoIsentingCouncillorcommunityinimmenseresident,lifelongItakeprideservingourasarepreWard4.amdedicatedrespectingneedsandviewsallresidents.IhavemanypositionsasandViceChair,advisorycomandDeputytermssinceIbelievemakingdecisionsnot
ers, worked for, and managed that family business. I know that Ward 1 residents work hard and we want to make sure our money is spent wisely.
Twp. of West Lincoln Ward 1
to innovative ideas and new perspectives that fosters a true sense of belonging and community pride. Everyone should feel welcomed, valued, and engaged.
Shelley Ann Bradaric: WL Coun.Ward 2 I want to con tinue what I have Buildingstarted. relation ships, ingoftomentnicipalingstheunderstandingconnectionscreatingandinnerworkofthemulevelofgovernhasmepreparedhave4moreyearsproactiveforwardmovingleadership for senseinterferedoIresidents.thetiesopportuniandquestionspared,ILincoln.Westampreasklookfortobetterlivesofallthinkformyselfandnotallowpoliticstowithcommonjudgement.
Dave Bylsma: Mayor West Lincoln
the smaller and large communities that make up West Lincoln. My knowledge with municipal dealings & infrastructure, organiz ing events, and charity work shows that I can help make this happen.
Lynn Timmers: Lincoln Coun. Ward 4
ates prudence and heldfollowfactveilingalsoThereresults.yieldshasbeennoofthethatIdeeplyprin
Henry Vis: West Lincoln Coun. Ward 1
Based on my ex periences talking with many locals, the consensusgeneralwas it is time for some change in West Lincoln. Conver sations motivatedwhichme to step up and put myself into the Learningring. they would like to see someone who not only hears them but actually listens and addresses their concerns, to
Ward 1 which is Roads, Infrastructure, Snow removal, affordable taxes and supporting our Fire Department which are all my priori ties.
Greg Stephens: Mayor West Lincoln
Mike Rehner: West Lincoln Coun. Ward 1 I’m a wardsTooofturaledamthingswhoentedresults-oriindividuallikestogetdoneandverydedicattotheagricul-communityWestLincoln.oftenruralmissouton
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sive community that I know it to be.
tion, finances, and attention to detail. I was born and raised in nesssmalltocommunitythisafamilyofbusiown
Cheryl Ganann: Mayor West Lincoln Some candidates may have politi cal aspirations. I have 6additionallygroupszations,tionscommunitymymunity,ourasDuringaspirations!improvementcommunity-myyearsaneducatorinlocalcomthroughoutlongandvariedconnectolocalorganicommunityandBoardsandduringmyyearsonCouncil,I have andwelcominggenerous,thecolnWestshowcasingtowardworkedLinasbeinghealthy,progres
lot of the taxes replacementsrepairschipthetobeenlectedcolhavereturnedWard1intarandroads,and of bridges, ditches and now a new Fire Sta Ition.really want to be able to continue this work as I feel it benefits all of us who live in the country.
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im provements as all the tax money seems to go to more populated areas (MURS- $31 Mil lion). I have a proven track record as during my terms in office a
I feel that I have what it takes to help run things in a havelargefoundersAsprudentandwell-structuredfinanciallymanner.oneoftheofabusinessIproventhat I can work together with others as a team and come to a consensus on sometimes sensitive issues.
I’m seeking a second term as mayor to serve the residents of West Lincoln with both my experi ence and prin Thereciples. certainly is no manual that tells someone how to be a good elected official, (there ought to be perhaps), but rather, it is the hard earned experience that gener
I have a anImarket.tialandcommercialofknowledgegoodboththeresidenhousingalsohaveexcel lent handle on all the underground construc tion such as water, sewer, hydro, gas, and communication infra structure.
Jason Trombetta: West Lincoln Coun.Ward 1
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I am the candidate for Mayor, best positioned to lead a West Lincoln Council that is respon sive to the needs of our entire community!
help bring our commu nity together and make it stronger. betweentheanddifferentiateToaddressproblems
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Paul Griffin: West Lincoln Coun. Ward 1
Before decid ing to vote for me, just decide to vote! In 2018, just over a third of electorsregisteredvoted. I encourage you to get involved, get informed and vote. Why vote for me? With over 15 years experi ence on the board of a local charity I devel oped skills in conflict resolution, administra
only in the best interest of my ward but, the en tire town. It is thatatoimportantpromotecommunityisopen
Twp. of West Lincoln Mayoral Candidates
Candidates ~ Ward 2
Clarence Vanderhout: West Lincoln Coun. Ward 3 I plan to be a voice for ward 3 for many rea Financialsons: countabilityac in new andthethatcoln:planningtherate.ratesity.ingwedon’tMakingprojects:surewespendwhatdon’thave,keepfiscalresponsibilKeepingourtaxatanaffordableHavingavoiceindevelopmentandforWestLinMakingdecisionsareinlinewithneighborhoodsprotectingthe
Peggy Cook: West Lincoln Reg. Councillor
Voting is a per sonal thing and one that I would hope
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I am asking the residents of Ward 2 to put confidencetheirin me again this term. My experience in the last term as a business owner and a family man has given me the skills to continue to work hard for the residents of Ward 2. I have served with honesty and worked to keep taxes to a reasonable level
William Reilly: West Lincoln Coun. Ward 3 I’m
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Mark Wanders: West Lincoln Coun. Ward 3
vote for me would mean that issues like Safety,encePoliceIncreasedableAffordTaxes,Pres&PublicAf fordable Housing and Increased Recreational Programs for our community would all be addressed. Make no mistake, I will do everything within my power to ensure the best outcome for our community.
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Joann Chechalk: West Lincoln Coun. Ward 2
I want your vote this parednity.entiremytheneededthebecauseelectionIhaveexperiencetodobestjobforwardandthecommuIcomeprewith8years of experience as a Ward 2 Councillor and 8 years on committee of Adjustments. I have a proven track record and during my time
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I have always made myself available to help any residents with concerns and I look forward to continuing to do so for the next 4 years.
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Albert Witteveen: West Lincoln Reg. Councilllor
Eric Ravensbergen: WL Coun. Ward 2 I am a informedwaysbefore,runWhileofaboutLincolnresidentlifetimeofWestandcarethefutureourtownship.IhavenotforofficeIhavealkeptmyselfandinvolved in thebespectivefreshIpolitics.andprovincial,municipal,federalbelievemyperwillanassettotownship.
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on council we dealt with many compli cated matters and there will be many more com ing to LincolnWestaswe deal with the newly approved growth. Those will have to be managed so as not to lose the values of our community that bring people here.
Harold Jonker: West Lincoln Coun. Ward 2
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Terry Bell: West Lincoln Coun. Ward 3
Twp. of West Lincoln Regional Councillor
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A celebration of Maja’s life will be held by her family and friends on Saturday, September 24 at 11 a.m. at Trinity United Church, 100 Main Street W, Grimsby, ON. The service will be live-streamed via the church website. Visitors will be received Friday, September 23 from 3-5 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. at STONEHOUSE-WHITCOMB FUNER
Maja was a loving daughter to Marg and Ken Hipkin, sister to Sandra and Aaron Clark and Leslie and Dan Hutchinson and niece to her special Auntie Pat Yelf (prede ceased). Maja was an extraordinarily special aunt to Matthew and Joshua Hutchinson and Taylor and Dylan Clark. Maja recently moved from Hamilton to Calgary with her partner David Lemstra where they were working and enjoying many mountain adventures. Maja was a joyful addition to the Lemstra family, parents John and Anne, siblings Wes and Lindsay Lemstra and Alexa and Eric Wildschut, and five nieces and nephews.
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Maja, a wise ‘old soul’ from a very young age, was an excellent student, helper and friend. She spent her childhood and attended elementary and secondary school in Grimsby. After earning her Honours B.A. in Geography and B.Ed. at Queen’s University, she enjoyed working with various non-profit organizations including Katimavik, Hamilton’s City Kidz, Cave Springs Camp and Camp Ganadaoweh. Maja was the general manager at Adventureworks for five years and a co-ordinator and manager for Stephen Lewis and AIDS-Free World for fourteen years. She was involved with numerous local charities such as Welcome Inn Community Centre, Help-Portrait, Gulu Walk, Micah House, Run for Cancer and many others. Through her education, work and volunteerism, Maja made many dear friends across Canada and the world.
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My Auntie Joyce, she was my Dad’s only sibling. Her and my Uncle Don helped out a lot when my Dad died. Our family frac tured into pieces and my brother went and stayed with them for quite a stretch at one point as we scrambled just to get into survival mode.
To be fair, we also have council candidates Nick DiFlavio and Joanne Johnston who sat on the previous council, so feel free to ask them their thoughts on the whole affair as well, but Dunstall, as some may recall, was a head cheer leader late in 2018 when the bio came up on a council agenda where he lauded the project and the management team’s efforts, complete with a “you’re pioneers” exclama tion. Pioneers, indeed. Pioneers in that management blazed a trail blowing about $19 million at its peak before about half was recouped via the sale when most thought they would be lucky to get $1 million for the entire lot.
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It’s been a pretty dark week.Yes, Queen Elizabeth’s passing has enthralled the world but my issues go well beyond that.
Simply, every component of the site had to be upgraded or completely rebuilt just to get it up to Ministry of the En vironment standards or operationally dependable.
Because her greatness passes with her - and no, there will never be an other like her - that is not reason to say, “ok, let’s trash the monarchy right now.” Let’s just leave it where it is. It is part of this country’s history and should remain so, even with any perceived warts.
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She was a sweet and generous person, just like my Grandma Williscraft, who lived to be 104. Auntie Joyce got into her 80s.
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fortunately), “Oh no, she may have received an obit!”The answer I got to my inquiry was most unexpected as we had received an obit for the Hipkins’ daughter, Maya. Maya died from a pul monary embolism last Tuesday, Sept. 13, at the age of QueenDamn!46.Elizabeth lived a long and stellar life overdelivering at key times in history at every turn. The one thing I wish for her is that all those people who think that people of today should somehow pay in blood for past issues of the past – whether it be horrible atrocities or simply an act or comment someone does not like when set in today’s norms – as thought that person of today did something themselves.Whenyou look at Queen Elizabeth’s record beginning to end, any world leader would be en vious of her performance.
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A tour of the wholly revamped site and a lengthy inter view with two men who know exactly what they are doing and can speak eloquently to every aspect of the physical plant and its operating system revealed just how much had to be done to make the facility suitably operational.
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I will swing back around to the queen, but I also had my last aunt or uncle, my Auntie Joyce pass away on Monday. Her situation was merciful in the end as her death was quite rapid - after an Alzheimer’s diagnosis just over two months ago followed just a couple of weeks later by inoperable cancer throughout her vital organs. After that second finding, things progressed rapidly.
What a colossal financial bullet the Town of Grimsby dodged when a group of local residents executed stewardship, inventory completion and ultimately the sale of the money burning incinerator known as the Sobye Road biodigester.
When one has lengthy, full lives held right up to a mirror of a shocking and sudden passing it is even more stark. Our condo lences and prayers go out to the entire Hipkin family.
As a result, our of fice will be closed either Thursday or Friday this week, not sure yet, as fu neral arrangements were not set out at press time.
My first thought was one of them must have called and left a voicemail as chances were slim they would email Catherine directly and not cc me on something and I knew they had not stopped in or I would have heard them.That was all in a split second of thought, then I thought (as I have done many times before un
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With all that, I feel crushed for the Hipkins. They are among the nic est people I know in town and have helped me in countless ways. Several times I ran into their kids while dropping Grimsby News copy off to Marg at their home as she volun teered to proofread my newspaper copy for many years. I was leaving paper clipped stories at their door at all hours of the day and night.
Halfway through the day, we get an obituary notice in the office and Catherine says to me, “Don’t you know Marg and Ken Hipkin?”
Time for the accountability piper to pay up. M.W.
That thing was an economic tragedy waiting to happen right from the first time it was even considered and all the worst-case scenarios proved last week to be true BUT were all avoided with the October 2019 sale to Miller Waste.
This is important to know as we are currently in an elec tion campaign. One incumbent candidate remains from the 2014-2018 council which sat on its hands and watched millions upon millions of dollars burn in wasted investment and operation deficits. That would be mayoral candidate John Dunstall.
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