>Grimsby earns three lieutenant governor heritage awards / Pg. 5 > Change the time, change the batteries Pg. 4 > Wine report could level field Pg. 7 > McNally dinner a winner Pg. 11 Thursday, March 5, 2015 Vol. 3 Issue 44
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Grimsby files notice of appeal in Jordan’s case By Mike Williscraft NewsNow The Town of Grimsby’s has opted to seek a third-party legal opinion regarding the Feb. 11 Ontario Municipal Board decision which awarded Jordan Greenhouses $115,000. The decision was the result of an action brought by Jordan Greenhouses seeking damages from a major 2010 construction project which spanned the front of Jordan’s greenhouse and retail operation on Main Street West in Grimsby for about three months. Town solicitor Tom Richardson appeared before council at its regular meeting Monday night and gave an
overview of how the case progressed. Jeff and Rebecca Jordan, who were in attendance at council, said after Richardson’s presentation that they did not believe all the circumstance around Richardson’s comments was given to council. In Richardson’s statement, he said the Jordans refused an opportunity to have a chartered accountant review the file and offer a possible settlement figure. The Jordans noted after the meeting it was stipulated in the Town’s offer that it was to be the Town’s CA and the finding would be final and binding. They said they would have agreed if
it could have gone to a third-party CA. Also, Richardson noted the Jordans “would not or could not specify its costs”, which, along with damages would comprise any possible settlement figure. Richardson said that was ultimately what pushed the matter to the two-week OMB hearing last October. Richardson noted that he saw two keys in the OMB officer’s finding for the Jordans: 1) the decision was critical of town staff and noted insufficient notice was provided despite, Richardson noted, notice did fall within guidelines and; 2) there was a failure See OMB, Page 2
GBF Easter Appeal goal $9,000 The count is on to Easter and the Grimsby Benevolent Fund would like nothing better than to help local families in need, enjoy a special meal with their loved ones. The GBF’s Easter Appeal and Food Drive is now on and the goal is twofold: to raise $9,000 to purchase food items for the Easter program and to collect enough food to assist families
in the months following. Families serviced by the GBF will receive an Easter Dinner Hamper that includes a ham, produce and treats for the children. As you come together with family and friends, consider extending that feeling of community to those needing your help. Call 905-309-5664, ext. 21 or go to gbffood@bellnet.ca
No strike?! Serana Trombetta seemed a bit surprised by the outcome as she took her turn as part of West Lincoln Township’s team in the Bowl for Kids’ Sake fundraiser for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Grimsby, Lincoln and West Lincoln on Saturday. Serana is joined by her mom Francesca and sister Mila. For story and more photos, see Page 6, Grant - Photo