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Most bus fare hikes capped at 2.5 % Laura Mueller
laura.mueller@metroland.com
EMC news – A 2.5 per cent cap on OC Transpo fare hikes wouldn’t apply to fares for the city’s most vulnerable citizens. Community pass holders are set to pay 9.4 per cent more for their passes. Ticket prices would also go up to $3. That’s not listed as a fare increase in the proposed 2013 budget because it was approved last year, but the fare hike was put on hold due to delays in rolling out the Presto smart-card payment system. A regular trip using tickets currently costs $2.70. For Para Transpo users who have a community pass, those two increases combined will really add up for people like her, said Catherine Gardner, a former member of the de-
funct city advisory committee on accessibility issues. Otherwise, the draft transit budget mostly holds the line. Ridership is projected to remain steady at 102.4 million trips over a 12-month period. Riders experienced change last year with the “route optimization” exercise that will save OC Transpo $20 million a year, and more changes are on the horizon as construction of the light-rail line is set to get underway next year, so transit isn’t looking at big changes this year, said OC Transpo general manager John Manconi. The transit agency will see the full benefit of $8.9 million in annual savings thanks to the addition of 75 doubledecker buses that started rolling out this year. After public consultations, city council is set to vote on the budget on Nov. 28.
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The Tale Wagging Theatre put on the show Crackers at the Shenkman Arts Centre on Oct. 27. Crackers was written by John Cook directed by Arras Hopkins with Erin MacDonald as stage manager. The cast included Dave Brown, Mike Kosowan, Victor Lachance, Francis Kenny, Tyler Smith and Erin MacDonald
Marketing Manager Kingsway Arms Management, a leader in the Retirement Home industry requires an enthusiastic, friendly, and bilingual individual to work at our location in Orleans, Ontario.
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We are looking for a mature, caring and positive person to inform the community, residents and families about the many Retirement Living Choices offered at Kingsway Arms. You must be self-motivated, professional, energetic, and have a genuine desire to work with seniors. The marketing manager is responsible for providing outstanding customer service in generating sales from individuals, referral groups and organizations. They must demonstrate exceptional understanding of seniors, product knowledge, and report / lead base management and current competitive intelligence. The ability to develop and maintain referral relationships and exceptional sales and marketing skills are key position responsibilities. You have a proven track record for networking. If you are looking for a career with an organization that truly values seniors, please call Donat Brunette, Executive Director at Villa Orleans, 613-8371100 or send your résumé to edvilla@kingswayarms.com. Kingsway Arms offers a compassionate work environment with competitive wages and benefits.
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Orléans EMC - Thursday, November 8, 2012