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DECEMBER 15, 2016 Stars visit Wellington charity and for the love of the game
2017 operating budget narrowly passes in recorded vote after week of deliberations
Councillors approve increase in tax levy of 4.31 per cent
ADAM BRAMBURGER STAFF WRITER
See HOCKEY, page 23
CHAD IBBOTSON STAFF WRITER
The municipality is describing 2017 as a transitional year for its annual budget as staff work towards implementing financial sustainability priorities laid out in the new corporate strategic plan adopted by council this year. The 2017 operating budget was approved at $50,505,527 requiring a tax levy of $33,654,829 — an increase of about $1.39 million or 4.31 per cent over 2016. After factoring in real assessment growth of about $330,500, the increase would be about 3.25 per cent. This will result in an annual increase of about $28.52 for each $100,000 in assessed property value. However, residents' property tax rates will also be affected by the Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC) update to current value assessments for all properties, which will take effect in 2017. The average home price in Prince Edward County is $268,808. The capital budget was approved in the amount of $11,560,568. Not all councillors were
HOCKEY NIGHT The NHL’s all-time leader in penalty minutes, Tiger Williams (above right) rides his stick as part of his trademark goal celebration while being congratulated by goaltender Mark Laforest Sunday afternoon. Meanwhile, one of the day’s biggest draws was the iconic Walter Gretzky who officiated the ceremonial face-off and signed countless autographs at Essroc Arena. (Adam Bramburger/Gazette staff)
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happy with the end result of the week-long budget deliberations. The operating budget was passed in a recorded vote of 8–6 with councillors Dianne O'Brien, Roy Pennell, Jim Dunlop, Jamie Forrester, David Harrison, Janice Maynard and Brad Nieman voting against the approval. Mayor Robert Quaiff said there's never a good story when the process ends with a tax increase, but said this budget is a step forward. “There are things that have to be done in a municipality and I think this council recognized that,” he said. “It's an adoption of our corporate strategic plan going forward that will produce financial sustainability for the residents in the long run.” Chief administrative officer James Hepburn Hepburn said councillors will see a substantial shift as the municipality looks toward long-term financial planning. He said staff expect to come back to council in February with a prioritized list for the implementation of strategic plan initiatives.
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Years after walking away from their professional hockey careers, Al Iafrate and Brent Gretzky still had their game faces on Sunday afternoon. As they sat in their stalls in the Wellington Dukes dressing room and waited for the clock to tick the final few seconds until they were due on the ice, they barked and bellowed instructions for their teammates with fervour. Their voices pierced the air with quick, staccato words designed to get them fired up and to show their guests they meant business. After expending encouraging words like “Hard on the puck!,” or “Give it our all tonight,” Gretzky let out one last shout “Just two minutes and we’re on!.” If the members of the competing Prince Edward OPP Law Enforcement All-Stars had heard that talk, surely they’d be quaking in their boots to play on the NHL Alumni Benefit Tour. It surely opened the eyes of a few visiting minor hockey players who popped into the inner sanctum for a few choice autographs. Unable to keep up the charade, however, Gretzky turned to Iafrate and they both burst out laughing.
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Donor gives Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital $11,000 for pharmacy console Barker among 57 honoured by foundation with recognition wall updates ADAM BRAMBURGER STAFF WRITER
Over the lifespan of the county's hospital, community donors have left their mark on the health-care facility by giving generously for equipment purchases and upgrades and facility improvements. Last Thursday, some 57 of those organizations and individuals were recognized in kind with lasting impressions on the hospital's donor wall
and electronic sign, thanks to the Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital Foundation, at an annual ceremony to celebrate their giving. Foundation chair Monica Alyea said the donors are now part of a proud tradition that has seen approximately $7 million raised since the foundation was formed in 1985. When considering the municipality only has about 25,000 residents, she said that's
something to take pride in. "We're very proud of our donor family," she said. "Some donations come in $10 or $20 because that's what people feel they can give, others come in hundreds and in thousands." Alyea said in many cases, the donors have stepped forward because they have a profound connection to the hospital. Their family members may have been born there, they may have depended on the emergency department, or felt the caring nature of the health-care team in a time of need. "Beyond just the pure logic of having close proximity to immediate care, we all have an emotional attachment and this community loves this hospital. Many of you have been always willing and ready to give whenever the call goes out and we are
GIVING NATURE Irena Barker saw her name added to the “patron” level on the Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital Foundation’s donor wall after giving $11,000 for a new pharmacy console this past year. (Adam Bramburger/Gazette staff)
extremely grateful," she said. Alyea explained the donor wall recognizes individuals or organizations who have given $5,000 or more to the hospital through the foundation. The
electronic screen shows on a rotating basis those who have given cumulative gifts between $1,000 and $4,999. This year, she said there were 11 plaques to unveil on the wall and 46 names to add to the electronic sign.
Irena Barker is one donor who is quickly moving up the board. Despite having lived in Picton for just two years, Barker moved into the "patron" level, which recognizes cumulative gifts from $10,000 to $24,999. The boost came this year as Barker gave $11,000 to purchase a new G4 Console as part of the pharmacy department's Omnicell drug dispensing cabinet. The equipment will allow nurses to save time and improve patient safety by offering a larger screen to read and a reduction in the number of steps to count medicine. "I don't just donate, I literally buy equipment. They give me a list," said Barker. "This is going to save hours of labour, it's so automatic. I saw it. I just feel a pleasure to be able to help."
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MAYHEW JEWELLERS KICK START Prince Edward County Memorial Auxiliary members, from left, Eugenia Venchiarutti, Fran Donaldson, Judy Anderson, Pat Evans, Bev Thompson, Pam Strachan, and Peggy Payne present their $50,000 contribution to the Re-Imagine campaign to hospital foundation chair Monica Alyea and executive director Penny Rolinski Thursday afternoon. (Adam Bramburger/Gazette staff)
Auxiliary gives $50,000 for MRI Regional campaign underway to refurbish diagnostic machine ADAM BRAMBURGER STAFF WRITER
The Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital Auxiliary continues to provide leadership in funding heath-care priorities. A year after being recognized for contributing over $1 million to the Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital Foundation, the Auxiliary was first in line to deliver funding for one of the foundation's current priorities, the Re-Imagine Campaign to refurbish the region's Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) machine in Belleville. At the foundation's annual donor wall updating ceremony Thursday, Auxiliary vicepresident Pat Evans handed over a $50,000 cheque while flanked by fellow volunteers in red smocks. She said the Auxiliary members generally enjoy their work serving the hospital by providing care for patients and staff and running fundraising activities like the Second Time Around Shop or the coffee station. "We are very grateful to be a friend and a partner with the foundation. We see ourselves as the service arm of that," she said. "We do work really hard, we have a lot of fun, and we're really happy to be able to support the hospital. Congratulations on undertaking your Re-Imagine campaign, we're really pleased we can kick it off for you tonight." Accepting the donation, foundation president Monica Alyea called the Auxiliary "one of the many little volunteer economic engines" in the county, noting the organization always finds ways to raise money and benefit the people it serves. "You are outstanding ambassadors in our community and throughout your history spanning more than 80 years, the women and men of the auxiliary have been familiar sights around this hospital helping patients and families find their way by offering information, comfort, and support." According to the foundation's executive director Penny Rolinski, the Re-Imag-
ine campaign was started this fall as the Quinte Healthcare Corporation (QHC) indicated to the hospital foundations in Trenton, Belleville, North Hastings and Prince Edward County that the MRI machine originally installed in 2008 needed to be refreshed. "Effective health care in the county — the health care county residents need and deserve — depends on a healthy MRI machine. After years of heavy use, all the working parts of the MRI except for the powerful magnet are just about worn out and need to be replaced," she said. "It's going to cost just over $1 million to refurbish the MRI and, as you know, the provincial government doesn't cover that cost." While some donors may have questioned funding equipment located outside of the county, Rolinski said county residents are benefitting from close access they have in Belleville. She said in QHC hospitals, patients waiting for an MRI wait an average of nine days. By comparison, the provincial target wait time is 28 days and many hospital organizations are far behind that. Rolinski added she bet there were people present for the donor celebration who had used the machine in the past or known a family member or friend
who had been scanned. The county's portion of the Re-Imagine Campaign is $170,000, which Rolinski said represents the proportion of patient use coming from the municipality. That's about 16 per cent of the total cost, which is derived from the nearly 1,300 county residents who had MRIs last year alone. QHC president and chief executive officer Mary Clare Egberts thanked the Auxiliary for its donation and encouraged more community members to come forward in support of the Re-Imagine campaign. She shared a message from QHC's chief of diagnostic imaging Dr. Emma Robinson about what a refurbished MRI machine would mean in terms of better outcomes for patients. "She said 'The MRI upgrade is like a new set of glasses, a bigger magnifying glass, or a stronger telescope so we can look with finer focus into the body and see more to find, diagnose, and treat illness and to help get patients back on the road to health.'" Last year, the MRI machine took more than 9,290 images. For more information or to donate to the campaign, please contact the hospital foundation at 613-476-1008 ext. 4503 or e-mail penny@pecmhf.ca.
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COMMENTARY Investments to foster growth are worthwhile expenditures
ONE of the words spoken most during municipal budget deliberations over the past week was growth — specifically growth in urban areas. One wonders, however, how that growth will materialize and how long it will take before it ultimately pays dividends for ratepayers on a regular basis. Councillors worked hard over the past week to try to find a level they could live with balancing their desired levels of service and infrastructure work with the amount people could pay. The result was a slightly larger increase over last year. Couple that with increasing assessments through MPAC, the impact of the upcoming carbon tax on virtually every good and service, and ratepayers are going to feel the pinch nonetheless. Yes, growth can help spread those costs between a larger number of people but it won’t happen overnight and it’s going to be hard to convince developers it’s time to invest when most people in the economy are bracing for even higher bills — most of which, obviously, are outside the control of municipal decision makers. While Prince Edward County possesses natural beauty and a way of life that will attract newcomers from other regions, work must continue to ensure this is a community people will choose. Will there be enough nonseasonal jobs to attract families to the region? The County’s push for improved broadband capabilities and its willingness to embrace technological entrepreneurship suggests that there are possibilities in that regard. When those qualified job seekers come looking, will they find what they
need to stay? Affordable housing — and that’s not necessarily even social housing, but rather family homes — must be a priority. The County is also still facing a Catch-22 in attracting users to serviced urban areas because neighbouring communities with larger systems can offer price breaks that it cannot at the present time. It’s a good bet that uncertainty with the future of community schools in the face of declining enrollment as well as cutbacks at local hospitals certainly haven’t helped the county in its efforts to market population growth in recent years. So, how does the municipality stimulate growth? Realistically it has to spend some money in order to make that money back. In its deliberations, council was wise to recognize that it needs to continue to invest in the area of community and economic development. The more economic drivers a community has — new ways to capitalize on agriculture, technological innovation and entrepreneurism — and the greater amount of social attractions it can offer — recreational facilities like the splash pad and parks, dedicated service agencies, and community activities — the better it will be. The more people reached by marketing, the better the chances of selling those things. Also, the County has been wise to consider offering breaks to developers willing to build here. It’s a tough climate to be sure, but staying the course on those initiatives will provide the best opportunity for the municipality to weather the storm. If it is successful in doing so, ratepayers will eventually receive an overdue break.
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ROLL UPYOUR SLEEVES Griffin Conder,left,and Austin Howe have their hands full at Pinecrest Memorial Elementary School’s annual Family Festive night Tuesday .Over 100 students and their families took part in a silent auction, student ornament sale,bake sale,crafts,carol sing and took pictures with Santa. (Jason Parks/Gazette staff)
Stories From Our Past 1926
n Pushing the shipping season, the Aragon required the help of an icebreaking tug to pass onto Long Reach on its way to Montreal. The ship’s captain, Michael Heffernan, was a Picton resident. n The Picton Golf Club celebrated a successful year with a cup presentation and social night. The biggest honour was the presentation of the Bay of Quinte Cup, won that summer in competition with golfers from clubs in Napanee, Belleville, and Trenton. n County council approved a bylaw that would see the roadway running from Carrying Place to Rossmore adopted as part of its roads system.
1946
n Kingston General Hospital radiologist Dr. Ronald Burr told local service clubs Ontario appointed a commission to study the eradication of cancer. He stated most cancers could be cured if the disease had not advanced too far. Treatments included tissue removal and radiation. n County councillors voted to increase insurance coverage of their properties by over $44,000 to $166,650 due to their climbing values. Some councillors said it still wasn’t enough. n The McFarland Construction Company began excavation work on Picton’s new sewage system, starting the project on William Street.
1976
n County council decided to send the majority of its official plan to the province for approval. A controversial section on extraction activities was left out for further discussion. Once that section was finalized, councillors could add it as an amendment. n The Prince Edward County Board of Education announced the province’s Anti-Inflation Board had approved its plans to give elementary and secondary school teachers eightper-cent wage increases. n Mayor Donald King called for a bylaw compelling Picton residents to clear snow from sidewalks in front of their homes to be enforced.
1996
n A Wellington couple was poised to take the village to small claims court. Gerhard Andary and Sheila Maxfield-Andary claimed the village acted maliciously by not allowing them to see a bylaw they challenged at the Ontario Municipal Board. They sued for $1,000 in damages. n The Prince Edward Learning Centre and the local Catholic school board started a new adult day school pilot project offering English and math credits in the Bristol Building. n The Salvation Army sent out a second mailing asking for support as many residents didn’t receive the original flyer due to a mailing error.
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It's very difficult to explain to the taxpayer that we're borrowing more money and going further in debt so we can do some of the infrastructure projects that we want to do We're trying to avoid that, so if it means an increase from time to time, we're going to have to do that too because we're responsible. Mayor robert Quaiff on
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Amalgamation has not saved one nickel for county ratepayers If what Dennis Fox has written about amalgamation is true — and I have no reason to doubt it — it is amazing. I did not know that what he wrote ever happened. I have always been against amalgamation. Before amalgamation the 10 township and village councils each would send reps to form County council and
the system worked well for over 100 years. If they collectively supported amalgamation it was the worst thing they ever did. All along I thought as did others that this was forced on us by the province. It has not saved one nickel. Millions of dollars have been spent on fire departments,office space, consult-
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ants and the lack of responsible spending. The administration has grown and grown and all services have shrunk. The school board is similar announcing that they will close more schools, but the administration and costs keep rising. The mayor stated that such a massive change to the school landscape in the
county would have dire consequences for rural development especially in rural areas....pardon? The mayor also said about the downtown redevelopment of picton that the people will come to see our new lamp posts, sidewalks and our street. He forgot to mention the $7,000 each tree cost. It is too bad that this has
happened and it can’t be turned back. Stop saying that the pressure on councillors is increasing to do more with less. Look at your tax bill for 2000 and look at this year. We really get less for more. Thanks Dennis for this eye-opener. Paul Boyd Rednersville
Men deserve thanks for service to community
Thank you is sometimes taken for granted especially when it comes to thanking those that serve our communities and make good decisions on our behalf that result in a better place to live. It has been said that a legacy to be proud of is to leave things in better shape than when you found it. I think of two people in particular that deserve our heart felt thanks as they move on to greener pastures; Justice Richard Byers and former MP Daryl Kramp. I have had the pleasure of knowing these
two men for many years and I can say with all honesty that they indeed worked tirelessly to make our communities a better place to live. No better praise can be made than in the words of Hastings County Crown attorney Lee Burgess who arranged a surprise “intervention” to greet Justice Byers on his last day in court; “You have shown no favouritism” and “You made us all better lawyers.” High praise indeed! As for Kramp, he was
cut from the same cloth of unselfishly working for his community and constituents. It can be said that he also showed no favouritism. I can attest to the fact that everyone, regardless of party affiliation, received the same treatment from he and his most capable staff. We are truly blessed to have these two gentlemen serve our community. They have set the bar very high for those that follow. Bill Cowan Milford
100 People Who Care a worthwhile endeavour
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The Picton Gazette
Prince Edward County Skating Club member Alicia Rankin shows off a jump as she warms up for a demonstration during the NHL Alumni Benefit Hockey Tour game Sunday in Wellington. Several skaters showed off their routines.(Adam Bramburger/Gazette staff)
Regarding the article, "Philanthropists Seeking 100 People Who Care in Prince Edward County" (Picton Gazette, page 2, Dec. 8), I can only respond with "brilliant - sign me up!" Richard Byers and Mark Davis are to be congratulated on this important initiative for the county. There are over 400 chapters of "100 Who Care" in North America and around the world -- there are even
teens groups acting on this simple and innovative approach. I believe the first "100 Who Care" chapter was begun by Karen Dunigan in 2006 in Jackson, Michigan, to raise funds for their Center for Family Health's supply of cribs for new mothers. Here, in the county, we've already seen how our citizens can responsibly donate resources for those in need - and without com-
plicated rules or procedures... PEC Syria being a laudable case in point. On the face of it, this is a fresh, relatively easy and efficient way to do worthy fund-raising for Prince Edward County community causes and our not-forprofit organizations. It deserves our support and a real shot at success. Bill Roberts Sophiasburgh
Bloomfield’s Booktique offers array of gifts for avid readers
I’ve always believed books are a present that you can open and enjoy again and again. Giving gently used books is a great, eco-friendly way to give the book lovers on your holiday list a truly one of a kind gift. At the Bloomfield branch of the Prince Edward County Public Library, the Booktique bookstore is a great place to discover gift-worthy titles for very reasonable prices. The shelves in the Booktique are stocked with newer titles that were generously donated to the library and all funds raised contribute to the purchase of new books for your Library.
PREWRAPPED BOOK BUNDLES
As we approach the holidays, we’ve been bundling books about similar topics together with ribbon and a new library book bag for an easy, giftable prewrapped package. For example, you can pick up a bundle of
spend only a brief time on the popular Booktique shelves. This summer, county tourists definitely found the Booktique a great destination as well — it was fun to meet people from all over as they stocked up on their summer reading. During the quieter fall months, I’ve been pleased to see many returning visitors here at the Bloomfield branch.
INSIDE THE LIBRARY Evelyn Crowe cookbooks, add some small kitchen accessories from one of the neighbouring Bloomfield boutiques and you’ve created a themed gift for home cooks and aspiring foodies. Of course, because all books are donated to the library – our selection is varied and first-come, firstserved. If you see something that you’re interested in, it’s best to decide quickly because great books tend to
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If the approaching new year has you in the mood to minimize, we’re happy to receive donations of newer, good condition books. Please keep in mind that we cannot accept large quantities, poor condition, or old books at any branch of the library. The quaint Booktique has limited shelf space, we don’t have room to accommodate large donations of multiple boxes at one time. Unfortunately, if we receive poor condition or old books that are not saleable, we
must send them for recycling which has a cost associated.
THE YEAR’S BEST READS
Book Clubs continue to be popular in the County – consider the Bloomfield Branch as a home for your new book club if you’re starting one in 2017 – maybe on a theme? For example, a nonfiction book club, a children’s lit book club for adults, graphic novels, or one focused on a genre: mystery, classics, or Canadian Lit? In 2015, we polled Book Clubs in Prince Edward County to find out their favourite reads of the year. The resulting list was wellreceived by readers in the area. “Best” reads are the most enjoyable reads, a book that sparked the most interesting discussion, or in other words: the title that stands out the most in the collective mind of the group. If you’re a book club member, please consider
submitting your group’s favourite title to be included. You can e-mail Liz Zylstra at liz@peclibrary.org with your selection or call her directly in Wellington at (613) 399-2023.
HELP NAME OUR FISH
While we don’t have a Red Fish, Blue Fish, we do have One Fish, Two Fish at the Picton branch in the children’s room, hanks to a recent donation from Howard Hunter and Anne Reeves, a large fish tank was just installed. Thanks to Howard and Anne for their hard work getting the tank set-up and we hope the fishes’ new home will be as comfortable as their last one! Drop by to see them and be sure to submit your suggestions for names! To find a book, keep current on the latest library news and events, check us out online at peclibrary.org or visit our Facebook or Instagram pages.
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The Picton Gazette
Municipality will again fund water and wastewater capital with long-term debt Mayor says users of County’s services will continue to face high bills until concentrated urban growth brings more connections to systems budget totalling $3,852,981, a wastewater operating budget totalling $3,567,326, and a water and wastewater capital budget totalling $2,756,000. The capital budget will again be funded entirely by longterm debt. Rising costs and declining revenues have been an ongoing concern as the municipality operates eight different
CHAD IBBOTSON STAFF WRITER
While council awaits the recommendations of the water and wastewater rates and connection charges ad hoc committee, the outlook for the municipal services hasn't improved. On Friday, council approved a water operating
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water systems with a total of about 5,300 water users. The County has about 3,940 wastewater users on two systems. Mayor Robert Quaiff said the municipality has to rely on the users to pay for the systems and that means there's a major need for growth. “There's no question that this municipality needs growth and we need that growth concentrated in the urban areas so we can get people on the water and wastewater user system,” he said. “If we can do that, we can start to address the financial restrictions we have with that debt load.” In terms of growth, Quaiff indicated 2017 could be an exciting year for Prince Edward County.
“I'm pretty excited looking into 2017, we have a number of projects that indicate we should have some pretty good growth numbers going forward,” he said. The operating budget includes $2.2 million in debt servicing costs with a total debt load in water and wastewater of $22.4 million. Adding to the issue is aging infrastructure that must be replaced and which the municipality must borrow dollars to complete. “That's the problem, that's why we have a water and wastewater ad-hoc committee,” said Quaiff. “We've been doing a lot of research, a lot of work has been completed to date.” He said the recommendations of the ad hoc committee will help council get a better
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PRINCE EDWARD COUNTY SCHOOLS: ACCOMMODATION REVIEW APPLICATION PROCESS FOR MUNICIPAL/BUSINESS/COMMUNITY REPRESENTATIVES and NOTICE OF MEETINGS
Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board is conducting an accommodation review of schools in Prince Edward County: C.M.L. Snider School, Kente Public School, Pinecrest Memorial Elementary School, Queen Elizabeth School, Sophiasburgh Central School and Prince Edward Collegiate Institute. An accommodation review committee (ARC) will be formed, consisting of the following: the school principal or designate; one teacher and one non-teaching staff member; three parents, one of whom is the school council chair or designate; two municipal/business/community members; and one intermediate or secondary student (Grade 7 - 12). The school employees, students and school council representatives will be selected through a school-based process, as outlined in Policy 15: Student Enrolment/School Capacity - Pupil Accommodation Review. As per the same policy, municipal/business/community representatives will be selected through the application process described below. The ARC acts as an official conduit for information shared between the school board and the school communities.
APPLICATION PROCESS FOR SELECTION OF MUNICIPAL/BUSINESS/COMMUNITY REPS
PURPOSE: Municipal/business/community members are invited to apply in writing to be considered for membership on the Accommodation Review Committee (ARC). Each affected school will have representation on the ARC. Individuals will be selected based on their qualifications, knowledge of issues related to public education, knowledge of the community and municipal/business/community involvement. Letters must be received by Thursday, December 22, 2016 at the address noted below, or by email to directors.office@hpedsb.on.ca. Those selected will be notified by Monday, January 9, 2017.
NOTICE OF ORIENTATION MEETING
for Accommodation Review Committee members only PURPOSE: To learn about the accommodation review process and meeting dates WHO: Individuals who have been confirmed as part of the Accommodation Review Committee DATE: Wednesday, January 25, 2017 TIME: 6:30 p.m.
NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING #1
PURPOSE: The purpose of this meeting is to: • provide an overview of the Orientation Meeting; • review the initial report from school board administration with the recommended option(s); and • be provided with the School Information Profiles (SIPs). The SIPs will help to provide an understanding of the context surrounding the decision to include a specific school or school(s) in an accommodation review. WHO: Members of the public and the Accommodation Review Committee DATE: Wednesday, February 1, 2017 TIME: 6:30 p.m. LOCATION: Gymnasium, Prince Edward Collegiate Institute, 41 Barker Street, Picton
LOCATION: Cafeteria, Prince Edward Collegiate Institute, 41 Barker Street, Picton ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ABOUT THE ACCOMMODATION REVIEW PROCESS IS ONLINE AT www.HPEschools.ca CONTACT: Kim Horrigan, Manager of Planning, 613.966.1170 ext. 2129, or by email at khorrigan@hpedsb.on.ca
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Quaiff denies rumoured provincial ambitions Mayor says he has no plans to run in 2018 election
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Speculation regarding Mayor Robert Quaiff's political future was quashed this week. In an e-mailed statement distributed Tuesday, the mayor addressed rumours that he has been considering running to become a member of provincial parliament. “I would like to make it clear that this is not at all my intention,” Quaiff says in the statement. “Fulfilling my role as mayor is my first and only priority, and I plan to continue focusing all of my efforts on serving the people of Prince Edward County in that role.” Quaiff said when he became mayor he established priorities for the term such as redeveloping the local hospital, promoting Prince Edward County's creative rural economy, fighting for local rights in the development of wind turbine projects, and guiding the
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me the opportunity to work on these issues,” Quaiff says. He says the County is his home. “It’s where I met my lovely wife, where we built our family, and where I plan to spend the rest of my days,” he says. “I love our community and I have absolutely no interest in a political office that would take me away from it.”
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WHATTAM’S is proud to present…”Family Movie Day” at the Regent Theatre the last Sunday of each month at 2pm. PICTON UNITED CHURCH COUNTY FOOD BANK: Food items that are needed are peanut butter & jam, cheese whiz, canned stew/chili, canned fruit, hot cereal, rice. All donations are gratefully accepted. Please drop off donations at the Food Bank, 12 Chapel St Picton on Friday mornings 9-11:30. Or at the Picton United Church office Tues-Fri 9-11:30. Contact Leda 476-2109. LOYALIST HUMANE SOCIETY: Always in need of food, litter, cleaning supplies, paper products as well as kitten food canned & dry. ROTARY CASH CALENDAR WINNERS: November 1st Gary Fox $100(#100), 8th Tracy Morrow $100(#333), 15th Perry Spencer $100(#1244), 22nd Paula Thrall $100(#303), 29th Dennis Dick $1000(#1348). PICTON KINETTES CHRISTMAS FUNDRAISER – Christmas cakes, cookies, nuts, chocolate, fudge & more contact any Kinette or Flowers N Such 476-0203. COMMUNITY CARE’S THRIFT SHOP: Donations accepted. Drop off your good used items at the front or side door. Clothing, shoes, household items, linens, furniture, sports equipment, toys etc. Call 476-1555 for pick up. Shop Hours Monday 1-4pm. Tuesday to Saturday 10am-4pm. 153 Main St. Picton. More volunteers always welcome too! 100% of proceeds stay in The County to help seniors live at home. www.communitycareforseniors.org. ARTS ON MAIN GALLERY: Presents “Winter Magic” featuring ONE X ONE a show within a show of original 12’ x 12” artwork for $100. This eclectic exhibition of 25 County artists continues until January 30th, 2017 at 223 Main St. Picton, opposite the Regent Theatre. Open daily 11am-4pm. www.artsonmaingallery.ca 476-5665. EMPLOYMENT WAGE SUBSIDY: Career Focus Wage Subsidy for youth under 30. If you are a business or non-profit looking to hire, or you are a youth under 30 looking to start your new career, call PELC for more information 476-1811 or e-mail : info@pelc.ca. YANG STYLE TAI CHI: Tuesdays at 9:30am at the Bloomfield Town Hall. The cost is $5/lesson. If you have any questions please call 476-6557. YOGA CLASSES AMELIASBURGH TOWN HALL: Fridays 1-2pm. Drop in cost $5. Generously supported by the Ameliasburgh Rec Committee. Please bring a mat if possible. Contact 393-3798. YOGA CLASSES BLOOMFIELD TOWN HALL: Wednesdays 5:30-6:30pm & Sundays 10-11am. Drop in cost $5. Generously supported by the Bloomfield Rec Committee. Please bring a mat if possible. Contact 3933798. CHERRY VALLEY YOGA: Every Thursday evening with Carrie Taylor. Drop in class $5. Mats provided or BYO 5:30-6:45pm at Athol Town Hall, 1685 Cty Rd 10, Cherry Valley. Presented by Athol Recreation Committee. www.atholreccentre.com. YOGA CLASSES WELLINGTON TOWN HALL: Tuesdays 1-2:15pm. Drop in cost $10. Generously supported by the Wellington Rec Committee. Please bring a mat if possible. Contact 393-3798. PICTON CHESS CLUB: Meets every Tuesday 1-4pm at the Picton Library. Beginners welcome. ELKS LODGE PICTON #326: Bingo Tuesdays 6:15pm. RC LEGION BR 78 PICTON: Is now operating out of the Elks Lodge Hall in Picton. RC LEGION BR 78 PICTON: Darts Wednesday nights at the Elks Lodge Hall in Picton beginning at 7pm, downstairs. Everyone welcome. AA: Meets every Wednesday 8pm Picton Hospital Boardroom. AL-ANON MEETINGS: (adults) Meets 8pm every Tuesday at Gilead Fellowship Church Picton. For persons affected by someone’s drinking. Info 1-866-9513711. TOPS #4918: Take off Pounds Sensibly meets every Wednesday at the Anglican Church Hall in Picton. Weigh in 6:00-6:45pm & meeting starts at 6:45pm. Info Sheila 476-2786.
DECEMBER 15: CHRISTMAS EDITION OF BINGO IN THE COUNTY – Hosted by the Wellington District Lions Club. 6:45pm start, doors open 6pm in the Highline Hall, Wellington Community Centre. Join us for this weekly event for some fun, friendship & an entertaining evening. Call Betty Wight at 399-3105 for further info. Proceeds to local organizations. DECEMBER 17: PEC ECUMENICAL CHOIR – Sing “A Ceremony of Carols” by Benjamin Britten with harpist Tabitha Savic & Pergolesi’s Magnificat with string ensemble. St. Mary Magdalene Anglican Church Picton, at 2pm. Admission $20 adult, $5 student at the
door. DECEMBER 17: A CHRISTMAS MUSIC CELEBRATION – With Lorain Sine & Friends. Wellington United Church 2-4pm. Admission $15 at the door. Proceeds to Loyalist Humane Society. DECEMBER 18: TRADITIONAL NINE LESSONS & CAROLS – The story of the fall of humanity, the promise of the Messiah & the birth of Jesus. St. Mary Magdalene Anglican Church, 335 Main St. Picton 10:30am. DECEMBER 18: CONSECON UNITED CHURCH – Will celebrate the Christmas story in song followed by activities & a pizza lunch. Celebrate Jesus Birthday with the children, bring family & friends! Noon. DECEMBER 18: R C LEGION BR 78 – Special Meat Roll with turkey & hams from Goodfellows 2pm upstairs at the Elks Hall (upper hall). Swearing in of new members before the meat roll at 1:30. DECEMBER 19: R C LEGION BR 78 GENERAL MEETING – For Br 78 at 7pm Elks Hall. DECEMBER 20: WEEKLY TUESDAY DROP IN KNIT & CHAT – Milford Br Library 10am-12 noon. DECEMBER 20: AL-ANON - Meets 8 pm at Gilead Fellowship Church, for persons affected by someone’s drinking. (1-866-951-3711). DECEMBER 21: ALTERNATIVES FOR WOMEN – Drop-in information spot for Alternatives for Women services. Each Wednesday 11am to noon, Wellington Library front side entrance. DECEMBER 21: CHRISTMAS SENIORS LUNCHEON SOCIAL IN MILFORD – 12 noon serving a Roast Turkey Dinner. The cost is $10/person. Reserve your place by the Tuesday prior at 12 noon by calling 476-7493. Sponsored by the PEC Community Care for Seniors Association & will be held in the Milford Town Hall. As this is a special event only those seniors who have reserved can be served. Take-out meals are available. This meal can also be delivered to housebound seniors who live near Milford. DECEMBER 22: WEEKLY THURSDAY THE HUB PLAYGROUP – Drop in 9:30-11am Picton Br Library. DECEMBER 22: BINGO IN THE COUNTY – Is closed for the holidays. We will be back, Thursday January 5th 2017. Call Betty Wight 399-3105 or Art Hewer 399-3846 for further info. DECEMBER 22: SONRISE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY CHRISTMAS MUSICAL PERFORMANCE – Presents “All About That Baby”. The students of SCA are proud to present this “sheepishly” fun Christmas musical. Please join us as we celebrate our Savior’s birth! Performances at 1:30 & 7pm, Emmanuel Baptist Church, 240 Main St. Bloomfield. Free will offering. All are welcome. DECEMBER 22/23: COMMAND PERFORMANCE CHOIR – Presents “A Downton Christmas” at 7:30pm in the Picton Town Hall, 2 Ross St. As a sequel to last year’s Edwardian evening, CPC will again host Christmas at “Downton” – this time set in the Roaring Twenties. Tickets $20, available from Books & Company, on the website www.commandperformancechoir.com or call 645-2160. Buy your tickets early & avoid disappointment! DECEMBER 24: THE PRINCE OF PEACE-A BEAUTIFUL FIND – Come, fill yourself up with the holiday spirit by enjoying this engaging account of Christmas in song & story, enchanting for both young & young at heart. St. Mary Magdalene Anglican Church, 335 Main St Picton 4-5:30pm. Free admission. A donations support County Kids Read. DECEMBER 24: CAROLS & CANDLELIGHT COMMUNION – A wonderful opportunity to raise our voices in song & to light up our Christmas celebration of the birth of Jesus. St. Mary Magdalene Anglican Church, 335 Main St. Picton 7pm. DECEMBER 24: CHRISTMAS EVE SERVICE CONSECON UNITED CHURCH – Come & Worship, bring family & friends. Lets fill the balconies! 7pm. DECEMBER 25: CONSECON & CARRYING PLACE CHURCHES – Will not have services. DECEMBER 25: 17th ANNUAL CHRISTMAS DINNER & FELLOWSHIP – 12 Noon at the Picton Community Centre. Also music & door prizes. Need a ride or home delivery call 476-2622/471-1115/476-1063 before Dec 23 if possible. On Christmas Day call 4710052 or 471-0950. Sponsored by Gilead Fellowship & many friends. Additional info Gilead Fellowship 4762622. DECEMBER 26: SNUGGLES STITCH A THON – Cancelled on this date. Picton Library downstairs 13:30pm. Next Stitch a Thons will be held on Mon Jan 9/17 & Mon Jan 30/17. DECEMBER 29: BINGO IN THE COUNTY – Is closed for the holidays. We will be back, Thursday January 5th 2017. Call Betty Wight 399-3105 or Art Hewer 399-3846 for further info. DECEMBER 31: R C LEGION BR 78 NEW YEARS EVE DANCE – With DJ Evan Lewis. Doors open at 7:30pm. Tickets on sale at the downstairs bar Elks Hall $30/couple. Contact Kelly Bannister or Harry Harrison to get your tickets. Light luncheon at 10:30pm. JANUARY 1: R C LEGION BR 78 NEW YEARS LEVEE – With the Frere Brothers 1-5pm upper hall in the Elks Lodge.
10 DECEMBER 15, 2016
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Stark Family Fund moves over $100,000 mark with recent donations for endoscopy equipment RECOGNITION, from page 2 Some of Barker's concern for hospital equipment stems from her own experiences in the health-care system. In 1938, at age 8, she spent a year in hospital with a bone marrow inflammation. She was given three weeks to live in an age before antibiotics. She struggled to beat t he odds, but spent seven years before she felt healthy enough to go to school. In 2004, she again beat the odds after being diagnosed with an enlarged heart that was working at 10 per cent of capacity. She said she has developed a nice feeling for
hospitals over the years. After moving to Picton from Pickering two years ago, Barker spent a week at Prince Edward County Memorial and said she really appreciated the care she received here. "Everyone is just so caring. It's not that 'This is my job' attitude. They care about you and do a little extra to make sure you're alright," she said. "I asked for a book and the cleaner went out of her want to get it for me. There's just that feeling here." Barker said she gives money to several places, but hospitals remain a priority. She said it feels good to know that she's helped care for oth-
ers around her by giving. "It's more fun to help than to keep the money in the bank, it's my way of thinking." Large donors also received some recognition during the ceremony. Alyea thanked the Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital Auxiliary for all their efforts to give to the hospital and she also recognized the Stark Family Fund. The fund, started in 2002, offers grants from an endowment started by the estates of Bloomfield sisters Leata, Keitha, Sylvia, Ival, and Ruth and their spouses to community causes in the county. It has now given $104,000 to the hospital,
which qualifies it to move up to the "grand patron" level for those donors above $100,000. Quinte Healthcare Corporation (QHC) president and chief executive officer Mary Clare Egberts told donors the hospital organization remains impressed by the support Prince Edward County offers its hospital. "We just continue to be so amazed of how much this, I'm going to call it a small community — I hope no one gets offended with that — with how much you do for your local hospital. The care, the volunteering, all the effort it just stupendous." Egberts said that support
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has created an environment where staff love working at the hospital and want to do everything they can do to provide the best care possible. She thanked the foundation for its efforts to promote that support and noted everything the hospital does is made possible by wonderful donors with the foresight to equip doctors and nurses well. She reiterated that support will play well as QHC makes arguments for a new hospital in Picton. "Our board has declared building the new Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital as their No. 1 capital priority and for the founda-
tion, it is also their No. 1 priority. Will all of us supporting that as No. 1, the government is going to have a hard time to not be there for us," she said. "We will need your help in the future and I know you will all be there. We will continue to provide the best patient care that we can at Prince Edward County Memorial." During the donor recognition presentation, Alyea said she was impressed by the response to the foundation's Christmas appeal this year, which will help pay for endoscopy equipment and the regional Re-Imagine Campaign to refurbish the MRI machine in Belleville.
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Reaching For Rainbows community gives young girls a place to find themselves “It’s fun,” Meghan said. For a girl who isn’t involved in dance or sport, Lake said her daughter now has something she can feel a part of outside of her school days. She always wants to go. “All the kids want to come. That’s the neat part There’s never a ‘Do I have to go,’ it’s ‘After school, I get to go to Rainbows, right?’ It’s a focus for her entire week,” Lake said. Becky Byford says her daughter Lily has also found in Reaching For Rainbows a place where she can thrive. The Grade 2 student at
Mothers see positive difference in their daughters’ social skills ADAM BRAMBURGER STAFF WRITER
To an outsider, it was another family dinner in the routine setting of an ordinary church basement last Thursday. For the families at St. Andrew’s that evening, it was much more — a chance to share time with a special community in a magical space that has had a transformative impact on their daughters. Since its inception in 2011, the Reaching For Rainbows program has helped local girls ages 6-9 find and be themselves, no matter what obstacles the world around them presents. For two nights a week, they gather with their peers and with dedicated volunteers who provide caring love and attention. It’s safe, secure, and nurturing. Sharon Lake, of Cressy, was present that night to celebrate her daughter Meghan’s progress over the past two years at Rainbows. She said Meghan was nonverbal until age 5, so even now at age 9, she’s a bit behind her classmates at Queen Elizabeth socially. Over the past two years, however, Sharon has seen Meghan blossom. “It’s an inclusive environment and it’s about building self-esteem,” she said. “She has built friendships here that she might not have at school because of the atmosphere.” Lake said her daughter knows the other girls by name and she wants to come and spend time with them. Last year, she also noticed the other
Queen Elizabeth is in her second year with the Munchkins group and she’s also been able to strengthen her social skills. “It’s been tremendous for her,” Byford said. “This was her two days a week where she had success... the ladies here are so amazing.” Byford said she’s not exactly sure how the Reaching For Rainbows volunteers have managed to reach her daughter, but acknowledges they’ve had a big influence on her. “It’s her inspiration to stay at school. Her inspiration is getting to come off
the bus here and spend time with these ladies.” Byford said Lily really enjoys being able to do crafts and music and she responded well to having the choice to do what she wants to do. She has also responded well to the predictability of the weekly sessions. Since Lily has been attending, Becky says she’s noticed she seems to have more friends and other children are more easily able to communicate with her.
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COMFORTABLE ATMOSPHERE Meghan Lake was beaming last Thursday as she handed out Christmas treats for Reaching For Rainbows volunteers. Her mom, Sharon Lake, said the program has helped with her self esteem. (Adam Bramburger/Gazette staff)
girls in the Wizards group that meets Mondays and Tuesdays for two-and-a-half hours were more willing to include her at school and on the playground. Initially, Lake said Meghan received an invitation to join the group through her school and Community Living. They came for the very last session of her Grade 2 year and she was hooked at first site. “She was right in there immediately,” Lake said. Throughout the course of
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live near Milford. At Christmas or at any time of the year you can honour someone by making a donation to Prince Edward Community Care for Seniors in their name. A card acknowledging your donation will be sent to the recipient. Drop by the office at 74A King Street in Picton or call 613-476-7493 to arrange this thoughtful gift. You can also give the gift of care to a senior on your list that is difficult to buy for. Watch their face light up when they receive a gift certificate for a new or favourite service from Community Care for Seniors. Gift certificates are available for a variety of services including Meals on Wheels, foot care, transporta-
tion and more. If you would like to support our efforts to reduce and reuse you can purchase gift certificates in $5 denominations to be used at Community Care’s Thrift Shop located at 153 Main Street in Picton. Get the gift certificates at the Community Care office at 74A King Street in Picton. Give yourself the gift of maintaining your health by signing up for the Victorian Order of Nurses (VON) Seniors’ Exercise & Falls Prevention program. The program is starting again on Friday, Jan. 13 and will be held in the office of Community Care located at 74A King Street in Picton. Classes will be held Fridays from 9:30 a.m to 11:30 a.m. To register or to get more information please call the VON at 1-800301-0076, extension 5350. Beginner and continuation Tai Chi classes are also held regularly at Community Care. New sessions start January 30th for both beginner and intermediate. Call 613-476-7493 to register and don’t delay because there’s lots of interest in this program and space is limited. Give yourself the gift of longer life by volunteering. Yes, you read that right. It’s been proven by many studies that volunteers live longer, happier, healthier lives. We have a spot here for you to give some time to the programs and services delivered by Community
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More than 50 volunteers worked tirelessly to prepare and present A County Christmas, a live retelling of the story of the birth of Jesus Christ at Bloomfield’s Emmanuel Baptist Church. At top left, Joseph (Luke Prinzen) and Mary (Abby Conley) tend to baby Jesus in the manger,at top right, Isaiah (Bob Brukinshaw) prophesizes the nativity, and below, King Herod (Stephen Morden) consults with his centurions (Jacob Culp and Scott Chatterson) about how to react to news of the birth of a king. (Adam Bramburger/Gazette staff)
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Artisans say Busy Hands again proves fruitful for sales, socializing Two-day holiday show collects creative county producers in one place ADAM BRAMBURGER STAFF WRITER
While the moniker Busy Hands might have been intended to describe the time and craftsmanship local artisans put into preparing their wares for the annual holiday show, it could also aptly describe the event itself. What started as a small gathering in Vicki Emlaw’s kitchen some 25 years ago has grown into a bustling two-day market. Over two days this past weekend, those same artisans who carefully grew and crafted their goods had their hands moving to keep up with the brisk amount of foot traffic and sales the show offered them.
Ian Batt, of Scottish Accents, said he’s noticed in the three years the show has been in Wellington, it has become busier and even more fruitful. It has become a can’t miss for his company, which sells an assortment of baking and specialty foods from the land of the thistle. “It’s very good. Saturday was one of our better days — really, it’s probably our best day,” he said. “We do some other big shows sometimes, but this is the most reliable show. It’s indoors and a lot of people plan to come to do their Christmas shopping. Even if the weather is bad, it’s been able to stand up to really bad weather.” On the other side of the
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BIG WEEKEND Ian and Elizabeth Batt, of Scottish Accents, say Busy Hands is the most reliable of the shows and markets they visit They also enjoy the opportunity to be able to network with other entrepreneurs and to do some of their own holiday shopping locally. (Adam Bramburger/Gazette staff)
“It’s very much a county show. It’s sort of like old home week,” she said. “These people know you because you’re in business in the county. You get to know everyone. When you come here, you get to see
people who you don’t see all year long. It’s very much a celebration of the county.” Batt also noted vendors are typically in good humour and that makes for a positive experience.
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Busy Hands also represents a good spot for new and old vendors to test market their products. Rory FacetteGrondin, 15, is one of the new vendors this year. He received a Summer Company grant to turn his art into cards. The Centennial student said art has been a passion as he started taking art classes after showing aptitude in Kindgarten.His designs tend to be bright, colourful, and perhaps a tad abstract. “I really like to add colour to stuff. It’s ironic, considering I’m colour blind,” he said. “I use mostly watercolour, with a few acrylics and sketches in here.” Facette-Grondin said Busy Hands was a real success for him. On Saturday alone, he sold more than 60 products. “It’s local and there’s a lot of people. It’s been very good. It’s people we know, people we don’t know, and people who are just looking to buy for other people,” he said, adding he’d done a bit of his shopping on the weekend too. In the next booth over, Ryan Aldred was also impressed as a first-time exhibitor and also a first time attendee. The author was looking to move copies of his debut novel, Rum Luck. The audience was receptive. “Enough people come by and everyone is going through and giving everything a shot,” he said. “Not everyone has readers on their list, but those who are very open to hearing about it.” Aldred he sold more than 50 copies in a day, which was above and beyond his expectations. He also found a real sense of community mingling with others who create. “It’s fun to reconnect with everyone,” he said. “The whole community is really supportive.”
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Drama class effectively shows devastation caused by gender-based violence PECI seniors look to educate their peers, encourage change ADAM BRAMBURGER STAFF WRITER
PECI drama students continue to raise their voices against gender-based violence. Last week, Matt Sheahan's senior drama class took to the stage twice to present a collective work dealing with the difficulties of abuse and of stereotypical gender roles. The scenes, which included monologues, tableaux, and interaction were first presented Tuesday at Belleville's Core Arts Centre in a memorial for the victims of the 1989 shootings at Ecole Polytechnique. Then, Friday afternoon, the class brought the moving presentation home to PECI as their peers filled the drama room to watch and learn. Principal Darren McFarlane also watched the performance, noting it remains timely today particularly in light of news reports in the past week. McFarlane told students that a young man in Toronto was planning a recreation of the infamous Montreal Massacre where 14 women were shot at a high school this week. The news spread on social media in the United States and authorities were able to stop the senseless act. "That's scary stuff. This is unfortunately still very much a reality in the world today," he said. "There are times as citizens and colleagues and peers and also in the lives we live when you see things that don't sit well with you, it's important to talk to each other and let it out into the limelight." McFarlane said events like the drama production bring awareness to negatives like gender-based violence. He commended both performers and audience members for their participation. "As thinking and experiencing human beings, we have to be mindful," he said. "(Dec. 6) was a terrible tragedy, but we can learn from it and get better because of it." One of the more touching scenes in performance was one where the female characters described receiving flowers — usually not for anything special, but because their enraged partners had hurt them. Eventually, the actions escalate until the flowers are for a woman's funeral.
UNCOMFORTABLE ATTENTION Performers Kelli-Anne Maycock, left, and Meghan Downer show their discomfort as Allan Hicks sets his calculating gaze toward them during the PECI senior drama class’s special performance on gender-based violence Friday. (Adam Bramburger/Gazette staff) groups around the Dec. 6 national day of action since 2009 and it was something I didn't know. It was interesting to find that out. She was really happy to have it included." Another scene that stuck with audiences was a series of tableaux where the performers quoted lines from musical lyrics — first, songs with a misogynistic message, then later ones with a positive message. Performer Lucy Mee said it started with pop songs, but evolved into all genres. "We didn't want to focus on just one thing. It took a really long time to put together," she said.
Unlike the other scenes, the PECI students didn't write it themselves, but Codie Goodman said it was one they felt they wanted to include because of the powerful message it delivers. "It's a piece we found online. They use it in support groups for women who have been abused," she said. Sheahan added that one of the organizers of the Core Arts Centre ceremony dropped into a rehearsal and was also quite moved the students added the scene in. "That's a piece they've used across the country," Sheahan said. "I've been working with
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Classmate Kelli-Anne Maycock agreed, noting "We had songs from Kanye West and also from the The Sound of Music. It's not just one genre and not just one artist." Mee added when considering the negative and positive media messages, inexplicably some were even from the same artists. Sheahan said the scene works because it forces people to give a second thought to cultural references. "I thought it was powerful. You hear things on the radio or see them on TV and
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The Prince Edward OPP and the Tyendinaga Police Service appear to have made some headway in their investigation of a break-and-enter on Big Island Nov. 26. A quantity of firearms were reported stolen in that occurrence. Following police investigation, the two police departments executed a search warrant at two residences on the Tyendinaga Mohawk Territory Thursday. As a result of those searches, a quantity of firearms were recovered and charges are
pending related to the theft and possession of those items. Police are asking that anyone with information about the crime to contact the OPP detachment or Quinte Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.
lives — up 66 per cent from the same time period in 2015. In the east region, specifically, some 16 motor vehicle collisions involving pedestrians resulted in eight deaths. Police are reminding motorists and pedestrians to be aware this winter as PEDESTRIAN reduced daylight, inclement FATALITIES UP weather, and slippery conditions can cause disaster. All The OPP has observed an road users are reminded to alarming number of pedestri- remain alert and be vigilant of an fatalities on the roads it their surroundings at all times. patrols in 2016. Some 30 -Staff pedestrians have lost their
THE GIFT OF MUSIC For the past six years Carol and Friends has visited Community Living Prince Edward Monthly to share songs and fellowship. From left to right are band members Elmer Davidson, Hank Shaw, Carol Badgley, Ron Badgley, and Marina Bird (wife of the late Robert Bird, an original band member. The musicians played their final show last Friday.(Submitted photo)
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This week Community Living Prince Edward bid a fond farewell to dedicated entertainers Carol and Friends. The musical group from the Belleville area had been performing its Gospel and country repertoire for the organization’s individuals and staff since 2010 and their musical talents and fellowship will be greatly missed. “Words cannot express the value of their contribution and how much they will
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Bird’s wife Marina was on hand to accept the recognition in his memory. Bird was instrumental in organizing the relationship between the musicians and Community Living as he wanted to share his passion for music with others. Other members of the group include Carol and Ron Badgley, Hank Shaw, and Elmer Davidson. -Staff
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The Picton United Church was filled with sounds of joy Dec. 4 as more than 900 people attended the annual Community Carol Service. The audience was treated to 10 different musical performances, ranging from church and school choirs to professional musicians. Students from Sonrise Christian Academy and Queen Elizabeth Public School sang. Choirs from Emmanuel Baptist Church, the United Pentecostal Church, the Prince Edward County Free Methodist Church, St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church performed, as did a combined group from Picton, South Bay and Cherry Valley United churches. Kim Inch and friends, Amarya Durling and the trio of Samantha Hearst, Bie Engelen, and Matt Kopamees also performed. In between the formal selection, the entire gathering sang carols collectively. Organizer Pat Bentley said the sound was just incredible with all those voices mixed in the acoustically friendly setting. Janet Kellough offered scripture readings, while Rev. Rick Hamilton shared words of welcome. After expenses, a free will offering collected just over $1,800, which was split between three charitable organizations — the Salvation Army, the Children’s Foundation Christmas Angel Tree Campaign, and the Picton United Church County Food Bank. Each
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Volunteerism, donations drive program RAINBOWS, from page 11
Many of the girls were excited Thursday at the prospect of sharing their achievements with their parents and siblings. Collectively, they performed a Christmas song in the round, showed off some of their art decorating the walls, and eagerly waited in anticipation until it was time to eat the cupcakes they helped decorate for dessert following a turkey dinner with all the trimmings. The Rainbows program is run by a steering committee. It has a paid director, but the donations and volunteerism are the driving forces that help ensure girls are able to take part in it for free. Donations help to provide for materials, snacks, and even the Christmas dinner served Thursday. Those interested in helping Rainbows thrive are asked to contact the organization by email reachingrainbows@hotimail.com or by phone at 613-476-5653. In the new year, Rainbows will also be identifying good candidates to take part in the program for next year as girls do graduate from the program as they move into Grade 5. Meghan Lake will be one of those girls next year as her mom hopes she’ll be able to find a new community in programs offered through the Recreation Outreach Centre. She encourages other parents following in her footsteps
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CARING COMMUNITY A team of volunteers serves a full turkey dinner Thursday evening at the annual Reaching For Rainbows family Christmas celebration in the basement of St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church in Picton. (Adam Bramburger/Gazette staff)
to give Reaching For Rainbows a try to see how it might be a fit for their girls. “It’s definitely a good opportunity for the kids and
it’s fully licenced,” she said. “It’s just one more outlet. It’s a great opportunity to expand the community that helps raise your kids.”
Public school board elects new chair
After five years at the helm of the Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board, Prince Edward south trustee Dwayne Inch will not fill the post in 2017. At a regular board meeting last week, trustees selected vice-chair Lucille Kyle to move into the seat vacated by Inch. Like her predecessor, the North Hastings trustee has
been on the board since 2010. She thanked board members for their confidence. “Thank you for putting your trust in me. I feel truly honoured that you have elected me to this leadership role. The work is complex. Together we have mad decisions about policies, budgets, facility renewals, and most recently, accommodation reviews.
Together, we will continue to move forward.” Kyle vowed to work with staff, students, communities, and administration in what is expected to be a difficult period of transition ahead. Belleville/Thurlow trustee Dave Patterson will succeed Kyle as vice-chair. -Staff
Council allows transport of liquid biosolids SERVICES, from page 8
He said that savings could be doubled to $85,000 if council allowed biosolids from the local wastewater treatment plants to be spread in Prince Edward County. It was noted that farmers in the county already spread such biosolids from treatment plants outside of Prince Edward County. Quaiff noted during the meeting that the municipality put in place a local ban on the
practice, however, that ban couldn't prevent farmers from spreading biosolids from outside jurisdictions within the county. He said the ban came into effect when the previous Picton wastewater treatment plant was in operation and the new plant turns out a material that's much less likely to contain harmful substances. McAuley confirmed that was the case. “We've did have it tested a number of times,” he said. “It came back very good from a quality point of view … it's
more analogous to a liquid fertilizer.” Council opted to allow the liquid biosolids to be transported out of the county. Council is expected to receive a report in the new year with regard to allowing biosolids from local wastewater plants to be spread on local farm fields. Council also debated, and ultimately decided against, the purchase of a combination vacuum truck/sewer flusher, which was estimated at $325,000.
Actors take on uncomfortable roles in show DRAMA, from page 15
Despite the prince's promises of riches and a better life, the woman would have no part of him because of the person he was. "Comedy used effectively can provoke discussion," Sheahan said, adding traditionally it hasn't been a device the classes have used in the Dec. 6 show. "It comes at the right time, even the
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(survivors) who watched it laughed. It really helped cut the tension a bit." The uncomfortable nature of seeing peers take on roles they'd never play in their day-to-day lives was also a point that hit home with the high school audience. One audience member remarked that seeing Cameron Talbot play an abusive husband and father was uncomfortable because
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Defensive prowess helps Dukes split pair on weekend With catalyst Mucci away, Wellington’s offence limited JASON PARKS STAFF WRITER
With offensive catalyst Nic Mucci out of the lineup due to his participation in the World Junior A Challenge in Bonnyville, Alberta, the smart money would have been on the Wellington Dukes having a tough time finding the back of the opposition's net this past weekend. That was indeed the case as the goal-starved club managed just three tallies this weekend but thanks to their defensive prowess, Wellington did manage to split their action. The Dukes got a late goal Friday night to shade the visiting Newmarket Hurricanes 2-1. The next night, the club was on the wrong side of the same score as they fell to the host Toronto Patriots. In fact, it's too bad Mucci's efforts can't translate into success for his club team as the Mississauga native scored Team Canada East’s first of the tournament in a 4-1 curtain-raising win over the Czech Republic on Sunday afternoon. But alas, those goals can't be shipped by airmail and
INTO THE FRAY Wellington Duke Jackson Arcan tries to bring the puck to the net as Newmarket netminder Jessie Hodgson and defender Cole Thiessen attempt to deny an easy path Friday. Wellington quieted the Hurricanes 2-1. (Jason Parks/Gazette staff)
Wellington Dukes coach and general manager Marty Abrams will have to do without Mucci for another couple of games while his offence continues to dribble as opposed to flow as it did two weeks ago and the club racked up 13 goals in two games. “It seems to be feast or famine and you wouldn't think missing one player would account for such a decrease so we aren't going to use it as an excuse but the simple fact is we need to get
sharper around the net and find ways to score,” Abrams told the Gazette Tuesday. Overall, Wellington became the last club in the Eastern division to break the century mark in goals for with their single tally on Saturday night. The only saving grace so far this season has been Wellington's play in their own end. The locals have surrendered just 79 goals through 31 games, the best amongst teams in the Northeastern Conference not named the
Trenton Golden Hawks. “Overall, we need more guys going to the net and make life more difficult for the defenders. I just don't think we are there and playing the way we want to play I think overall, we are pretty easy to play against. As a staff we continue to try and send a message and hopefully the players are going buy in on a consistent effort,” Abrams lamented. On Friday evening, Wellington had more of the game's Grade A scoring
chances but couldn't find a away to sneak a puck past Jessie Hodgson until late in the second. Finally, moments after Brady Morris was denied at the goal mouth, the hulking defender-turned-forward collected a Brayden Stortz feed and made nice pass to Colin Doyle who had time and space to tap the puck past Hodgson for the game's first goal. The Canes tied it up in the late going of the second as Newmarket scored shorthanded at 18:33.
With Wellington pressing the attack and trying to double their lead, Nick Favaro was sprung on a break away. Wellington netminder Connor Ryckman got a piece of the Favaro volley but not enough as the puck trickled in to square the affair at 1-1. A tense cat-and-mousetype third period was short on good scoring chances until about four minutes left when speedster Kyle Prendel was granted a partial breakaway. A Newmarket defender tried to hook Prendel down and was in the process of earning a minor penalty or possibly granting Prendel a penalty shot. Thankfully for Wellington, they didn't need to witness a one-on-one showdown with two potential points in the balance as Prendel managed to push the puck over the goal line while parked on his posterior at the 16:04 mark. Wellington would hang on without too much trouble to win the contest, their 11th win on home ice this season. On Saturday night, it was almost a replay of Friday night's contest with the host Patriots looking the part of host spoilers. The Pats broke the ice in the second only to see Wellington's Stortz come back and tie it up at 1-1 after two.
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Pirates fall against division-leading Panthers, rebound against struggling Rebels Port Hope’s style poses difficulties for Picton, Masterson encourages players to be physical CHAD IBBOTSON STAFF WRITER
PRODUCING Picton Pirate Gerald Bilker tallied a goal and four assists against Campbellford last Friday. Bilker was part of unit with Will Harrison and Jacob Murphy that racked up a total of 13 points combined in the contest. (Chad Ibbotson/Gazette staff)
It was déjà vu for the Picton Pirates as they once again faced the tale of two teams. The club fell 5–1 to the 23-0 Port Hope Panthers on Thursday before picking up a big 9– 3 win over the 0-21 Campbellford Rebels in a back-to-back situation on Friday. Picton coach Chris Masterson said switching gears between the two teams can be difficult. “You have to bring your best game against Port Hope and there's often a little bit of sag after a game like that,” he said.
On Thursday, Port Hope took a lead early in the first period and never relinquished it. Kennedy Duguid scored 4:17 into the opening frame and the Panthers carried the one-goal advantage into the second period. Andrew Gurr scored just 16 seconds into the middle frame to make it 2–0. Pirate Gerald Bilker and Panther Austin Veleke dropped the gloves two minutes into the frame and the animosity grew from there. Masterson said Port Hope is a big, strong team that likes to play a physical style, while the Pirates are a smaller team
built on speed. He said the opposing styles generated some frustration. “(The Panthers) were winning the battles and we encouraged our guys to be a bit more physical and fight through their checks and work their way physically through some battles,” he said. Jordon Cannons cut the lead in half with a power-play goal at 14:33. Ryan Fraser assisted on the goal. Unfortunately for Picton, it would prove to be their only goal of the contest. Dalton Lawrence scored in the dying seconds of the period to restore the two-goal lead
heading into the third. Lawrence would add a second goal on the power play midway through the third and Duguid added his second of the contest just over a minute later to make it 5–1. Masterson said the Pirates didn't have many bodies to work with on Thursday as a few regulars were out due to injury and illness. “We actually only had eight regular forwards dressed,” he said. “By the end of the game we had seven forwards dressed and we had two defencemen playing forward.”
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Audience gives warm welcome for Walter Gretzky, Special Olympian Flynn HOCKEY, from page 1
No matter the level of hockey they’ve played, when it comes down to it, these former NHL players just want to have fun doing what they love and make a difference in the process. The NHL Alumni Benefit Hockey Tour started in 1999. Each year since, its members have been travelling across Ontario playing in roughly 30 communities a year. Mike Pelyk, a veteran of nine seasons with the Toronto Maple Leafs and another two years in the World Hockey Association, is on this year’s tour. Though he’s spending his time behind the bench while recovering from a knee injury, he said it means something for him and his peers to be able to hit the road and delight their fans in communities like Peterborough or Prince Edward County. “I think we like to come, first because it gets all the guys together and second because the Special Olympics is very near and dear to our hearts,” he said. “We’ve all been raised with team that have supported things like the Special Olympics or Sick Kids Hospital. You realize how much time and effort the volunteers put in and it’s pretty rewarding.” Pelyk said typically a core group of guys turns out to play in the games and they augment their team with players who might be closer to a community they’re visiting. Though Gretzky and Iafrate often tour with the team, for example, local fans might recall they each skated with the Belleville Bulls. “Last year, we had 78 guys who played games. We have four or five guys who play
MISSED TARGET? NHL Alumni shooter Brent Gretzky sales a puck wide of the net during the accuracy shooting competition Sunday, but his location near the camera lens might raise questions about his intent. (Adam Bramburger/Gazette staff)
consistently like (NHL alumni association executive director) Mark Napier. They know all the tricks we do.” Those regulars seem well at ease touring. Napier offered a hearty welcome and a chat for those who visited his stall during intermission. He also offered high-fives for his opposition. Goaltender Mark Laforest and forward Mike Krushelnyski, a couple of the younger players in the lineup, seemed to genuinely enjoy running a practice with the Belleville Bearcats girls beforehand. Pelyk said bringing in younger players gives the tour life. “When you get some younger guys on the team that still have good legs, see the ice well, and move the
puck, it helps with the speed of the game,” he said. Early on, the collective skill of the pros was fairly evident. They spent much of the first period in the Law Enforcement All-Stars’ zone but often chose to make several passes before testing goaltender Mike Howat. The alumni members could still feather the puck to one another crisp and hard. They built a sizeable lead — though the Law Enforcement All-Stars might have been hesitant to score on Laforest as the first man to do so got a pie in the face courtesy of referee Dave Hutchison. The teams delighted an energetic crowd nearing capacity at the Essroc Arena for two periods and a skills
MEMORABLE EXCHANGE Mark Napier, the executive director of the NHLAlumni Association
and a former Montreal Canadien, Minnesota North Star, Edmonton Oiler, and Buffalo Sabre shares an autograph and some hockey talk with Atom BB King Issac Krentz.(Adam Bramburger/Gazette staff)
competition. Laforest generated some excitement when he rushed the puck. All-time NHL penalty minutes leader Tiger Williams didn’t rough anyone up but he did manage the odd goal. At the final buzzer, the NHL Alumni won 9-5. Pelyk said they always look to have a close game. “The guys dial it down a bit and Mark lets a few in. It’s never like the Canadiens winning 10-1 the other night. We want to have a fun game and play with the teams we face.” Some of the biggest cheers of the afternoon didn’t come for the players in the game. The Prince Edward County Kings who warmed up with the teams got some cheers, as did members of the Prince
Edward County Figure Skating Club who showed off their routines. Two people dropping the puck for the ceremonial faceoff scored big, however. The first one, Walter Gretzky, is well known as the first father of hockey in Canada. Pelyk said even the alumni get a bit of a jolt when Gretzky is able to make a road trip. “Walter is pretty special. He doesn’t come to all the games. His health is not that great, but he enjoys being around the guys and being a part of it,” he said. “He’s an icon to the hockey world in Canada. It breathes some life into him. He looks forward to going on these trips.” The other was Luke Flynn, an accomplished Special
Olympian swimmer who works on the OPP fleet by day. Players on both teams slapped their sticks and rushed to call his name. He was their hero. Asked about the experience in Wellington in general, Pelyk offered complimentary feedback. “It’s been a great experience. They have a big postgame party set up for the guys. We like to not only spend time with the opposing teams, but the fans that show up,” he said. He expressed gratitude for being able to suit up in the Dukes’ dressing room and skate in a facility that had all the amenities the players had come to know in their professional careers.
Light schedule offers chance for rest, practice Panthers unbeaten in first three games PIRATES, from page 22
Under the circumstances, Masterson said he wasn't disappointed with the effort. While the end result might not show it, the Pirates didn't get the start they wanted in Campbellford on Friday. Rebel Mike Chambers opened the scoring at 11:07 of the first and Matthew Tarbutt added to the lead at 12:39. Campbellford made it 3–0 with an Austin Vallier goal at 13:53. Picton was finally able to stop the bleeding with a Mitchell Thompson breakaway goal with just nine seconds left in the period. The Pirates had out-shot the Rebels 19–8 in the frame, but went into the second down 3–1. “We did have a poor start, particularly in our own end, however we did out-shoot them,” Masterson said. “Their goaltender was playing
extremely well in the first period.” Masterson said the late first-period goal gave the team a confidence boost and the score changed quickly in the second. Just 2:37 into the middle frame, Will Harrison completed a play from Bilker and Jacob Murphy to cut the deficit to just a goal. The line continued to work and at 5:43 Murphy scored to tie the game, with Bilker and Harrison getting the assists. The trio connected a third time at 8:30 of the second when Murphy buried the go-ahead goal from Harrison and Bilker. Up 4–3 late in the period, the Pirates went to the man advantage. Picton capitalized with Nick Kyte scoring on a play from Nick Hoey and Thompson at 18:01. Bilker made it 6–1 Picton with a power-play goal from
Harrison and Tyson Cassidy at 4:30 of the final frame. The Pirates added goals from Cannons, Harrison, and Kurtis Wood in the third as they took the 9–3 victory. For the next four weeks the Pirates will have a light schedule with just four games. They'll take on Campbellford again tonight at 7:30 and Napanee next Thursday. Masterson said the schedule will give the team a good chance to rest some bodies and to practice. “We had six games in a row over the last couple of weeks without a practice, just given the schedule and a make-up game that fell on a practice night,” he said. “This will be a nice break to get some guys healthy that are hurt and a chance to practice and work on some things.” He said the team will be focusing on improving penalty killing and the forecheck.
Wellington raising money for cancer Friday DUKES, from page 22 With about five minutes to go in the contest, Lee Lapid was able to find the range on Wellington starter Victor-Olivier Couchesne and that goal
was enough to deny the Dukes. “We has some good chances and the goaltending was great on both sides,” Abrams said of the contest. Wellington will host Kingston Friday night in a
Pink in the Rink' game where the club will wear pink sweaters to raise money for cancer research. On Sunday, Wellington hosts the Stouffville Spirit for a 2 p.m. start.
Boys defeat ENSS, Nicholson, Centennial ADAM BRAMBURGER STAFF WRITER
The PECI Panthers knew they had to build momentum quickly in a short Bay of Quinte Conference boys hockey season. They’ve managed to do just that. With one-goal victories over the East Northumberland Blue Dragons and Centennial Chargers and a blowout of the Nicholson Crusaders, the Panthers were 3-0 heading into their fourth game against Centre Hastings Wednesday. In the season opener at home against Brighton, Riley St. Pierre had two goals while Justin Arnold and Andrew Ward added singles in a 4-3 triumph. Game 2 saw an offensive outburst last Wednesday with captain Ward scoring three goals times in a 9-5 decision over the Crusaders. Arnold, St. Pierre, Lucas Clarke, Walker DeRoche, Chase Eaton, and Andrew Foster also found the net. On Friday at Belleville’s Quinte Sports and Wellness Centre, the Panthers had to
ON THE RUSH Panthers captain Andrew Ward skates up ice dur-
ing the team’s home game against Nicholson last Wednesday.Ward scored three times in the 9-5 win. (Jennifer Travers/PECI Athletics)
overcome penalty trouble to prevail 4-3 over Centennial. PECI was leading late when its players had to kill off a five-on-three disadvantage for five minutes. Goalie Carter Whitteker was a difference maker on
the penalty kill to preserve the victory.Eaton, Cole St. Pierre, Riley St. Pierre, and Ward all found the net. The Panthers are at Trenton tomorrow at 9 a.m.
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JAM FOR JAMES is over for another year. Thanks to everyone who came and made it a success. To Picton Legion who came through as always; our son Wil who kept things moving all night; our grandson Brandon; to Dave, Randy and Don for recreating memories; to Chris Bonham Carter for a great job and, of course Gord, for his rousing version of “Wild Thing”. To all the businesses who donated again this year: Essroc, Home Hardware, Giant Tiger, Hamitlon-Beach, Canadian Tire, Mayhews, Innovative Jewelry, Accoustic Grill, Books & Company, Flower’s by Marvin, Cape Vessey Winery, Waupoos Winery, Bailey’s, Prince Edward Pizza, Town & Country, Subway, Dino’s and to Dave Milner and Uniquely Yours Custom Embroidery for tshirts and hats. Thank you all, see you next year, The Rosenblaths
MEMORIAMS
EllIOtt- In memory of Brooke Elliott, April 8,1982 - December 12, 2013 You can shed tears that she is gone Or you can smile because she lived. You can close your eyes and pray she will come back Or you can open your eyes and see all that she has left. Your heart can be empty because you can’t see her Or you can be full of the love you shared. You can remember her and only that she is gone Or you can cherish the memory and let it live on. You can cry and close your mind, Be empty and turn your back Or you can do what she’d want, Smile, open your eyes, love and go on. Always remembered and loved by her family in Canada and New Zealand.
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lAundRy FARMS, Terry Laundry & Jean Oram. Seasonal full time positions needed for 2017 growing season. $11.40 per hour, duties include weeding, planting & harvesting, preparing produce for market, in all weather, heavy lifting, bending for extended periods, must be available for weekends and overtime. Mail resume to 530 Cty Rd. 1 Picton, ON K0K 2T0 or email jeanoram@aol.com WAntEd tAxI dRIVERS. Daytime and nighttime, clean driving record. Apply Terry’s Taxi, 708 Hwy 49, Picton.
Lorain Sine and Friends
A Christmas Music Celebration Sat. Dec. 17 2-4pm Wellington United Church Tickets $15 at the door
Proceeds to Loyalist Humane Society
Grammy is thrilled to introduce
Jensen Barkley Gadd,
born in Ottawa, Sunday, October 9, 2016, a healthy 7 lbs 4 oz. Proud son of his Daddy & Mommy -- Tyson & Londe. Welcome to our world Jensen, welcome to our County!
December 12, 1984 - December 20, 2014 In memory of a loving son who passed away tragically. Another birthday has passed without you, How we miss your caring ways, A part of us is broken, If we could just have you here today. We're missing your sense of humor, great dance moves, voice and big wide smile, If we could have you back again for just a little while, We'd tell you that you're loved so much, and we're proud of the accomplishments that you pursued, We'd hold you in our arms so tight and feel the presence you use to exude. On our minds always Ry. Love, Dad and Mom
MEMORIAMS
MEMORIAMS
In loving memory of
Ryan Hennessy
December 20, 2014 Have you ever had a heartache Felt that awful pain Or shed those bitter tears That drop like falling rain If you have never had that feeling I pray you never do When you lose your grandson, nephew, cousin You lose a part of yourself. Love always Nana, Aunts, Uncles and Cousins.
Ryan Hennessy
In loving memory of an incredible brother and uncle who passed away on December 20, 2014. Although it's been another year without you, we have not forgotten the way you made us smile and laugh, your fun spirit, your quiet kindness, or your ability to bring out the best in all of us. Love and miss you always, Sydney, Lindsey, Andy, Carter, Leah and Cameron
Esther “Nessie” Murray
March 14, 1926 - December 17, 2013 3 years have passed since you left our family but we still have you in our thoughts and hearts every day. Sadly missed by your loving husband Richard, daughters Brenda & Norma(Leo), grandsons & wives and 4 beautiful great-grandchildren.
Gena Bessie Powers
In loving memory of a dear mother, who passed away December 14, 2015. One year has passed, Since that sad day. When the one we loved, Was called away. God took her home, It was his will. But in our hearts, She liveth still. We miss you. George & Teresa.
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DEATH
ARKETT, Douglas T.
Died peacefully at Rideaucrest Home on Wednesday, November 3, 2016. Predeceased by his wives Joan and Pearl. Dear father of Ronald (Kathy) of Kingston and the late Jane Ellen Whyte, cherished grandfather of Andrew and Neil and Chris Arkett (Mara) and Margaret Marrocco (Drew). Predeceased by his parents William and Blanche Arkett, predeceased by sisters Gretta Harding, Joan Pierce, and brother Eric Arkett (Josephine) and survived by Fay Woodward (Keith deceased). A private memorial service is planned. Arrangements entrusted to the Robert S. Reed and Sons Funeral Home.
DOCKRILL, Daniel Walter “Danny”
died peacefully at home at the age of 53. Predeceased by his daughter Rachelle, his parents, Dr. Lionel Dockrill and Ethel Sweeney and his brother Lionel. Danny will be missed his siblings Pat Dockrill, Kevin Dockrill, Joe Dockrill, Glenna Dulmage, Roberta Young and Sean Dockrill. Also loved by his many nieces and nephews. Danny will also be missed by his dear friends and workers at his home. In lieu of flowers, the family will appreciate donations to the Salvation Army, who often provided Danny with care and shelter through his difficult periods suffering from schizophrenia, or the Quinte Humane Society, who sheltered the animals who Danny loved so much. A Celebration of Life will be held in the spring, date to be announced. The family would like to acknowledge the Assertive Community Treatment Team, Addictions and Mental Health Services staff, the staff at the BGH, and the many friends who cared for and about Danny with kindness and dedication. Arrangements entrusted to the care of the Burke Funeral Home (613 968-6968) 150 Church St., Belleville. Online condolences www.burkefuneral.ca
DEATH
FERGUSON, Sally
Passed away after a lengthy illness on Saturday, December 10th, 2016 at Hallowell House Nursing Home, Picton. Sally Ferguson in her 69th year. Dear wife of Laird Ferguson. Loving mother of Denise Moore (Brian), Andrea Ferguson (Rick) and predeceased by her son Jeff (Rebecca). Remembered by her grandchildren Theiran, Tyson, Ainsley, Lindsay, Nicholas, Autumn and Hope. Survived by her sisters Judy (the late Alan), Terry (the late Ron), Patty (the late John), Jenny (Larry) and her brother Don (Linda). Sally is finally at rest and her family and friends will sadly miss her. Cremation has taken place and a Celebration of Sally’s Life will be held at a later date in the spring. Memorial Donations to the Heart & Stroke Foundation or the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family. Arrangements entrusted to the Ainsworth Funeral Home, 288 Noxon Avenue, Wellington. Online donations and condolences at www.ainsworthfuneralhome.com
Rest in Peace
Rest in Peace
HELP WANTED
Plant Production Associate – 2 Year Contract Belleville, Ontario Ethel Keogh
February 6, 1921 - December 19, 2013 We have only the memories We will cherish our whole lives through; But the sweetness will live forever, As we treasure the memory of you. Always remembered by Keogh children.
McMAHON, Shaun August 14, 2960-December 18, 2008 Silent memories keep you near As time unfolds another year, No longer in our lives to share But in our hearts you are always there. Forever missed by Rae, Mary & Donna TANSEY, John Aug 21, 1936 - Dec 16, 2006 He was my North, my South, My East and West My working week And my Sunday rest My noon, my midnight, My talk, my song I thought love would last forever, I was wrong. 10 years, never forgotten, always Sweetheart Rosalie
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AUCTIONS
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 27TH
AT 9:30 A.M. ANTIQUE AUCTION SALE DOUG JARRELL SALES ARENA, BELLEVILLE Antique pine single door jam cupboard (painted), cherry drop leaf table, antique hall bench, pine harvest table, antique washstand, unique liquor cabinet, loveseat, photographer's chair, child's chrome rocking chair, gingerbread clock, large qty. of smalls including a Nippon china ice cream service.. tray & 6 plates, Shelley “Daffodil Tree” dinner plate, Cast iron ink well desk set/ 3 glass wells, Fenton “dragon & lotus marigold carnival bowl, Nippon sauce dish/lid & ladle, aladdin lamps & parts, old post cards, 20 Royal Doulton figurines “Dickens” series, 3 Lladro ballerina figurines, old fishing tackle box full, Royal Doulton figurines “Mandy” HN 2476, “Summer Scent” HN 3955, “Fragrance” HN2334, “Happy Birthday” HN 4215, “Fair Lady” HN 2193, “Autumn Breezes” HN 1934, “Elegance” HN 2264, “Summer Breeze” HN3724, “Happy Anniversary” HN 4068, “Joy” HN 3875, “The Graduate” HN 3959, antique hanging hall lamp/ bulbs, 1969 Barbie Doll cases, large cast iron bell from the Wellington train station, brass harness & sleigh bells, vintage prints & frames, a number of old tin toys, wooden child's sled & many more pieces coming in daily. Note: The date & time of this sale. Watch the web site for updated listing & photos. DOUG JARRELL AUCTIONS 613-969-1033 www.dougjarrellauctions.com
SATURDAY DECEMBER 17, 2016
BEGINNING AT 10AM PREVIEW SALE DAY FROM 8AM UNTIL 10AM ESTATE AUCTION SALE To be held at the Napanee Lions Club hall on Centre St. in the town of Napanee Ont., the hall can be reached from Hwy. 401, by taking the Hwy. 41 interchange at Napanee and proceeding south on Hwy. 41 (Centre St.), through the town, over the Napanee River, through the next set of traffic lights and proceed approximately 100 yards on your left to the auction site. We have been asked by Mrs. Shirley Whyte of Milford Ont., to sell her late husband’s collection of golf and golf related memorabilia, put together over the past 25 plus years, by unreserved public auction. In addition we will offer Shirley’s button collection, together with her extensive sewing collection consisting of numerous pin cushions, tape measures, advertising needle packs, carded buttons, bulk buttons, button reference books, child’s sewing machines, antique sewing machines, three treadle sewing machines, etc. The golf collection consists of over 125 wooden shafted golf clubs and novelty clubs, collectible paper golf memorabilia, reference library pertaining to golf, prints, paintings, etc. AUCTIONEERS NOTE: Here’s an opportunity pick up something special for your mother or grandmother or as a reminder of your mother or grandmother at Christmas. Items shown in the photos are not necessarily, how they will be sold at auction. TERMS: Cash, cheque with two forms of ID, Visa, MasterCard and Interac. There will be no buyer’s premium charged on this sale. AUCTIONEERS: Tim Potter and Brad Snider Tim Potter Auction Services 1049 Simmons Rd. Odessa Ont. K0H 2H0 For a more detailed listing and photos, please view our web page at www.timpotter.com
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Dedicated $1-million levy for roads reserve ultimately left out of budget BUDGET, from page 1
“There's no question that what we're attempting to do with this budget is lay the foundation to deliver on the corporate strategic plan council has agreed to,” he said. “In a nutshell, it's transitional, it's changing our focus to the corporate strategic plan.” The budget process opened last week with council looking at a 2.8-per-cent increase to the tax levy to maintain the current service levels. However, that number didn't include some grants funding and service level increases that were debated through the week. Ultimately, council approved a total of $166,505 in additional grants spending. The new corporate strategic plan outlines goals including the development of a long-term financial plan, development of multiyear operating and capital budgets, creation of a sustainable water and wastewater plan and the development of a funding strategy for asset management, which would maintain core existing infrastructure and services.The budget includes $150,000 for the implementation of the strategic plan. For 2017, that also means the addition of several staff positions in an effort to keep up with current demand and to encourage growth. Staff additions included a financial analyst at a cost of $75,619, administrative support in the development services department at a cost of $55,811, and a community development co-ordinator at a cost of $60,072. While staff initially requested the coordinator position be full time, council amended the position to a one-year contract. A visitor services position was added in the community development department. The one-year contract would be offset by a $50,000 transfer from the community and economic development commission budget, reducing the net impact to the operating budget to $14,332. The municipality had contracted the service to the Prince Edward County Chamber of Tourism and Commerce in the past. “We've added a couple of staff positions in the right sectors,” Quaiff said. “Especially engineering and development because that's where you get your growth from.” He said the same can be said of the addition in the community development department. Quaiff said the municipality is somewhat restricted in its economic development efforts due to the lack of a strong industrial core. He said the additions would support developers. “We'll continue to work in that area, but the engineering department itself, that's your growth, that's working with the developers,” he said. “That should free up some of the concerns they have and maybe they're now going to be interested in developing in Prince
BUDGET TALKS Athol councillor Jamie Forrester speaks during council’s budget deliberations last week. Forrester was among the councillors in favour of adding additional dollars to Prince Edward County’s reserves in 2017. (Chad Ibbotson/Gazette staff)
Edward County.” Council also approved the addition of two full-time operations labourers at a cost of $96,945. These positions were primarily included to keep up with summer demand on municipal parks, beaches and other facilities. The positions would offset some winter control contract positions in the amount of $50,000. Staff had requested the County museums assistant co-ordinator pilot project be made a full-time initiative at a cost of $65,817. However, council voted to reduce the museum assistant co-ordinator from a full-time position to a one-year contract. Quaiff said the additions bring to mind the corporate reorganization the municipality went through a few years ago. “We slashed and we burned and it was never really announced what kind of savings came out of that,” he said. “What we have noticed in the last couple of years is the lack of service because of that. You do your reorganization, you slash positions, but then you see a need to add positions.” The capital budget includes about $6.68 million in roads spending, including $1,451,900 for the resurfacing of Bloomfield Main Street which is contingent on the municipality receiving a $1.3million Connecting Link grant. It also includes the first phase of the Wilson Road reconstruction, budgeted at $1.2 million, and the first phase of Danforth Road reconstruction, budgeted at $1.1 million. The capital budget includes $630,000 for the County Rd. 28 bridge replacement and $20,000 worth of improvements to the Waupoos boat launch. A total of $225,000 is included for pay and display
parking meters in Picton and the new King Street parking lot will receive a $232,813upgrade. The revitalization of Benson Park is included at a total cost of $400,000 — $186,800 of which would come from the municipality's capital sustainability reserve. Another $133,200 of that project is being sought through the Canada 150 grants program, while the remaining $80,000 is expected to come through donations or other capital revenues. The Millennium Trail will also get a capital boost. A total of $150,000 is budgeted for trail upgrades in 2017. A $70,000-portion of the project budget will come through the County's capital sustainability reserve while $80,000 is expected to funded through the Prince Edward County Trails Association. The spending is part of a multiyear, $450,000 project to upgrade the entire length of the trail. Reserves were a significant point of concern during the budget process. Although a total of $5.05 million will be transferred from the operating budget to reserves in 2017 — up from $0.95 million in 2011 — that funding has remained at the same level for the past three budgets. The budget includes a $3 million transfer to the roads capital reserve, however, Hepburn told council that roads reserves and federal gas tax would be in a cumulative deficit position at the end of 2017. Director of finance Amanda Carter said reserves are forecasted to balance at about $8.4 million at the end of December 2016. She said budgeted transfers to reserves and reserve fund for 2017 are $7.6 million while draws from reserves and reserve funds are $9.2
million. “In order to fund the capital program (going forward), an increase in transfers to reserves for capital renewal is required,” she said. “We're putting in $7.6 million, but we're taking out $9.2 million, so there's a gap.” Quaiff said the declining reserves are a deep concern and reinforces the municipal direction toward financial sustainability. “With this model of financial sustainability that is projected to take place in 2017, hopefully that area is going to be recognized and recommendations come forward,” he said. “You certainly don't want to deplete those reserves.” Quaiff said the municipality has come a long way when it comes to reserve funds. “We've been financially prudent in that area,” he said. “We're making progress, but we're still fighting to continue to make that progress.” An additional $1 million
levy which would be directed toward the municipality's roads reserve was debated, but ultimately council voted against including the dollars which would have seen about three per cent added on top of the tax levy. Councillor Janice Maynard supported adding the $1 million for the reserve. “We're actually going backwards in our reserves, we've made huge draws from our reserves this year,” she said. Councillor Jamie Forrester expressed concern about the declining reserves and supported the addition. He said staff have told council that a lot of road work is getting done, but even when funding roads to the tune of $6.7 million a year, the municipality is barely making an impact in the annual $31 million infrastructure requirements outlined in the 2014 asset management plan. “We can't even maintain what we're doing right right now — which is just touching
the tip of the iceberg — for the next five years,” he said. “It's because of that I'll support putting this money in.” Councillor Bill Roberts was among those who supported removing the additional $1 million. “A million dollars going into the road reserves at this point doesn't even make a dent in our infrastructure needs and we are making major investments in roads for 2017,” he said. The operating budget includes about $1.75 million in long-term debt charges. The municipality has a total debt load of $46.2 million with $14.9 million in tax supported debt and $31.3 million in rate supported debt. Quaiff said the council continues to try to apply to upper levels of government for funding to avoid additional borrowing, but he said the funding appears to be drying up from both the province and the federal government. He said the County is competing against 440 municipalities in Ontario alone. “If you take a look a the level the federal government supplies for all of Canada and it's slim pickings, if you look at how the province is addressing their funding requirements, it's slim pickings again,” he said. “Municipalities are more and more being held accountable.” He said often upper levels of government will point to the municipality's borrowing capacity when the County applies for infrastructure funding. “It's very difficult to explain to the taxpayer that we're borrowing more money and going further in debt so we can do some of the infrastructure projects that we want to,” he said. “We're trying to avoid that, so if it means an increase from time to time, we're going to have to do that too because we're responsible.” Quaiff said it takes a lot of time and energy for councillors to review a thousand pages of budget documents. He said council remained focused and did a good job. “At the end of the day we should see some very good value coming forward with the decisions that were made,” he said.
On behalf of the organizing committee of the County Festival of Trees, we would like to thank you most sincerely for your generosity. Your donation to the Festival was greatly appreciated, and helped us surpass last year’s total, with this year’s gross being $ – a wonderful testimonial to the generosity of our community. As you may know, the Ontario government does not fund hospital equipment, and so all the monies raised at the Festival will go directly to our Pickton hospital for the purchase of new Scopes for the Endoscopy Department. We want you to know that your donation is vitally important to us and that the Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital Auxiliary is happy and proud to count on your support. With all good wishes for a Happy holiday season, Jack Starkey, Chair of the County Festival of Trees organizing committee
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STARTER HOME ON 5 ACRES 3 bedroom home features large living room, eat in kitchen and master bedroom. Two bedrooms on 2nd floor. Full basement has tons of potential as additional living space. Detached 2 car garage. 5 acre parcel is zoned to permit a variety of agricultural purposes. Improvements have been made to the property and the home is ready to move into. $219,000 MLS 550490261 KEVIN GALE, Sales Rep 613-476-1874 H. 613-242-7295 C. kevingale@remax.net
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$399,000 HOBBY FARM Loads of room for the entire family to spread out in this 5 bedroom bungalow with the most magnificent view of the countryside. Your horses will be pampered in their insulated barn, riding ring and electric fenced paddock. Call for your viewing today. MLS 550540209
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CARRYING PLACE Situated on a large treed lot, fully fenced back yard – ideal for kids & pets to safely play. This home is perfect for a family – offers three bedrooms, a four-piece bath, beautiful updated kitchen and dining area with walk-out to a spacious deck plus a fully finished lower level with walk-out to back yard and access to the attached garage. $349,500 MLS 511720708
1078 HIGHWAY 49 This home sits on 1.5 acre lot with a cute front porch to admire the wonderful gardens and stone walkway. Close to golf course, driving range, hospital, restaurants and more. Custom Built 8 year old home in a great location outside of Picton and minutes to the 401. Home features a sunny kitchen with plenty of cabinets, spacious living room with gas fireplace and walkout to a potential deck, laundry/mud room, open dining area, den/bedroom and 3 piece bathroom all with wheelchair accessibility. Two more bedrooms upstairs plus a 5 piece bathroom with soaker tub, shower and double sinks!This property backs onto The Millennium Trail, great place to walk, cycle & enjoy the outdoors! $274,900 MLS 550450143
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Fully restored 4 bed, 3 bath century home for lease. Includes attached single car garage plus 2 outdoor parking spots, and use of hot tub and fenced yard. $2,000 MLS 550620103 Colleen Green
BLOOMFIELD CENTURY HOME 3 bedroom brick home with hardwood floors, tin ceilings, wide wood trims, pocket doors and more. Gas fireplace in dining room & master bedroom. Enclosed 2nd floor balcony with view of the village. Third floor has 2 large rooms that easily be transformed into bedrooms, etc. $429,000 MLS 550490363 Kevin Gale
Lovely Cape Cod completely private on 75 acres. $599,000 MLS 550850239 Joseph Day
CHRISTIAN ROAD in HILLIER WARD – 2.6 acre property with a circular driveway and a seasonal pond. Side split, woodsided home featuring 2 bedrooms & 4-pce bath on upper level, living/dining & kitchen on main level plus a finished basement. Contact us for more details. Colin Henden
F E AT U R E P R O P E R T Y LONG POINT AREA – Private setting, almost not visible from the road, on 1.8 acres close to the National Wildlife Area and Little Bluff Conservation Area. Viceroy Home featuring 4 levels of living space (including the basement) and newer wraparound deck. Looking for a County Get-away or a permanent residence in a peaceful setting? Then come & check out this unique home! $209,000 MLS 550910088 Christine Henden
Cozy, low maintenance and low cost! 2 bedroom bungalow converted to one large bedroom with spacious and bright living room and kitchen. Pellet stove heats for roughly $5/day in the coldest months. Set back from the road with parking for 20+. The 1200 sq.ft. insulated and heated shop features a 14` door, 7 tonne hoist and a loft for storage. Virtual tour online. $239,000 MLS 550600166 Tony Scott
145 acres of land on both sides of Kelly Road, 8 year old ICF constructed open concept 3 bed, 1 bath home, detached garage/workshop and large barn in good condition. $715,000 MLS 550770148 / 550770148D Joseph Day
Loads of potential! Great location in Wellington. Could be fantastic weekly rental or the perfect starter home. $195,000 MLS 550330175 Ron & Veronica Norton
CARRYING PLACE – Perfect family home on a large lot with fenced yard backing onto woods. Offers 2 levels of finished living space with attached garage. Features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, hardwood floors, updated kitchen with dining area & walkout to deck. $349,900 MLS 511720708 Colin Henden
Setting on 2.6 acres Sunlight fills the kitchen and dining rooms, overlooking fields, forest & a vineyard Delightful living room has walkout to deck. 3 bedrooms with lots of closet space. Main floor laundry. 2 car garage & workshop for the hobbyist. Pretty views and a County winery just down the road. Public access to Lake Ontario nearby. This property would be a great get away and a vacation rental opportunity. $210,000 MLS 550800066 Ron & Veronica Norton
Restored century home with 4 bedrooms on 7.3 acres between Picton & Cherry Valley. $439,000 MLS 550760104 Colleen Green
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CLOSE TO PICTON – Across from Macaulay Conservation on 3.78 acres of property, this elegant, all brick home features over 4,000 sq. ft. of beautifully-finished living space on two levels. Includes a three-car garage & workshop PLUS a separate 1,000 sq. ft. space, drywalled & heated with it’s own entrance – perfect for a home business or add a kitchen and bathroom for an in-law suite. $739,000 MLS 550740452 Christine & Colin Henden
3600 sq.ft. commercial space in downtown Picton. Ideal for retail of all kinds. $15 MLS QR165482 Colleen Green
SANDBANKS SUMMER VILLAGE on EAST LAKE – Upscale, twoyear old, fully-equipped cottage with sunroom & deck, 2 bedrooms, plus loft, 4-pce bath & open concept kitchen/dining/living. Be ready for next Summer! Enjoy yourself and/or use as an investment. $249,900 MLS 558100061 Christine Henden
Cozy, low maintenance and low cost! 2 bedroom bungalow converted to one large bedroom with spacious and bright living room and kitchen. Pellet stove heats for roughly $5/day in the coldest months. Set back from the road with parking for 20+. The 1200 sq.ft. insulated and heated shop features a 14` door, 7 tonne hoist and a loft for storage. Virtual tour online. $239,000 MLS 550600166 Tony Scott
This well built all brick bungalow is just minutes to Sandbanks with beautiful country views and the peaceful sounds of a mature forest right behind your 1 acre lot. 3+1 Bed, 3 bath and a large 2 car attached garage. Enjoy the flexibility of heating with the wood/oil combo or just relax by the fireplace in the finished rec room! Virtual tour online. $285,000 MLS 550540245 Tony Scott
Comfy 2 bedroom home in quiet neighbourhood 1/2 block to Queen E. Public School & 1 1/2 blocks to PECI. Walk to Main Street shopping, restaurants & theatre. Large 3 car carport & mature treed backyard. $239,000 MLS 550600136 Ron & Veronica Norton
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BIG ISLAND CENTURY HOME $615,000 Built in 1870 this home is picture perfect Prince Edward County farmhouse. Many original architectural details have been preserved. MLS®550400054
GOLF GREEN ESTATES $529,000 Close to Picton Golf Club this 7.5 acre property can be divided into estate lots. Access to natural gas and municipal utilities. MLS®550710049
PRINYERS COVE $199,900 Well treed waterfront with beautiful views. Ideal for swimming, boating and fishing! 145 ft of shoreline .75 acre. MLS®550960137
BONUS 3 CAR GARAGE $685,000 Situated high above Lake Street is this beautiful stone, custom built home with all the latest features. This property is 3 acres currently being severed from a 70 acre parcel. 3 bedrooms upstairs with laundry room plus den on the main floor. MLS®550650303
CENTURY HOME IN PICTON $489,000 Enjoy in town living on a large lot with views of the Harbour. This circa 1840 triple brick home is featured in The Settlers Dream. It has been lovingly updated and maintained over the past 10 years. MLS®550680113
NATURE'S PARADISE $179,900 Build your designer home on this natural marshland waterfront overlooking Muscote Bay. 9.6 acres, seasonal creek. Great fishing! MLS®550090274
WELLINGTON ON THE LAKE $184,900 This 2 bedroom, 2 bath home has been renovated to meet the needs of someone who is physically impaired. Wheelchair accessible with new hardwood flooring throughout, walk in closet and outside ramp to front door. MLS®550270330
QUINTE ISLE CAMPARK $209,000 Perfect 2 bedroom bungalow with over 1,000 sq ft of living space plus spacious insulated Florida room. Master bedroom has walk in closet and ensuite. Oversized double driveway with extra space. Common fee $291 per month. Perfect home for snowbirds! MLS® QR167515
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Perfect level building lot in a fantastic community. Public boatlaunch, park and beach steps away. Only minutes from wineries, cider company, farm stands, restaurants, marinas, cheese factories. $28,000 MLS 550960095 Gail Forcht** & Carey Lewandoski*
Elevated building lot close to Lake on the Mountain with water views. At the corner of Malloy Lane and County Road 7 - plus deeded water access to launch your boat or swim in Adolphus Reach. Hydro at the road. Entrance in place off County Road 7. $130,000 MLS 550860135 Shannon Warr-Hunter**, Ken Arseneault* www.ShannonAndKen.com
BOATERS PARADISE! Unsurpassed Setting with over 2.5 Private Acres, and sprawling over 300 feet of Waterfront in the region, this is a rare opportunity in Prince Edward County! You’ll feel right at ease with nature and enjoy relaxing evenings watching the sunsets. The opportunity offers great potential to the next steward of the land - Explore the possibilities! $284,900 MLS 550960445 Rob Plomer* & Kate Vader*
3+ bedroom Victorian home, C. 1885, situated on a quiet corner in a highly desired Picton neighbourhood. $435,000 MLS 550600129 Gail Forcht** & Carey Lewandoski*
Contemporary bungalow completely renovated inside and out. Mid-Century Modern Aesthetic. Two large bedrooms. Two full baths. Main-floor laundry. Gourmet kitchen. Lovely private back deck. 9' ceilings in bright walk-out lower level. Central Air. Don't miss this one! $469,000 MLS 550250086 Shannon Warr-Hunter**, Ken Arseneault* www.ShannonAndKen.com
This 2 storey Executive country home is situated on a private 2.3 acre lot. The home which is set back from the road over 400 feet will offer privacy as well as peace and quiet and is minutes from the amenities Picton has to offer and the famed Waupoos Winery. Call Peter Lynch* 613-242-5653 $525,000 MLS 550880214 www.chestnutpark.com
Beautiful 4 BR Century Home on one of the largest residential lots in Picton. Large principal rooms, 12 foot tin ceilings, gleaming patterned hardwood floors, wood detailing and pocket doors. Plus separate 1 bedroom suite w/private access. $598,000 MLS 550560214 Gail Forcht** & Carey Lewandoski* www.homeinthecounty.com
Opportunity abounds on this 45.5 acre property! This extensively renovated Executive home features 3600 sq ft of elegant living space. The main floor boasts a chefs kitchen, formal dining room and large living room. A bar area and games room give way to a relaxing outdoor patio area. The master bedroom plus ensuite and 2 pc. bath complete the main floor. The spacious upstairs hallway offers a quiet sitting area and leads to 3 fabulous bedrooms, a private ensuite and master bathroom with a 2 person soaker tub. A luxurious 1000 sq ft guest suite is located above three car carriage house. Geothermal heating throughout all living areas. $799,000 MLS 550090207 Jim Wait*, Mark Davis*
Stunning Equestrian Estate Property on 173 acres with 15 acres of paddocks with 3&4 strand braided electric fencing, multiple run-in sheds, barn and 85 X 180 outdoor sand arena. 2400 sq.ft. modern stable with hydro, 6 removable stalls, tack room and wash bay. Stable is a federally approved quarantine facility. $1,350,000 MLS 403370060 Gail Forcht** & Carey Lewandoski*
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Never before offered for sale. This 5 acre property has the original 1850s farmhouse and a newer 40 year old (approx) bungalow. There are numerous outbuildings in various states of repair. The main farmhouse has 3 bedrooms and 1 bath with some updated plumbing, wiring and a newer furnace. The bungalow has 2 bedrooms and 1 bath with a full unfinished basement. The property is a five minute walk to the Sandbanks beach and offers some distant views of East Lake. A wonderful summer rental opportunity. Property is being sold as is, where is. $549,000 MLS 550520111 Jim Wait*, Mark Davis* www.countyteam.com
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Betty Burns
Office Manager Sales Representative
Mark Davis
Sales Representative
Gail Forcht Broker
Laurie Gruer
Sales Representative
princeedwardcounty@chestnutpark.com
Carey Lewandoski Sales Representative
Chestnut Park Real Estate Limited, Brokerage
The
Peter Lynch
Sales Representative
www.countyteam.com
Rob Plomer
Sales Representative
Chris Kapches
LLB, President & CEO, Broker of Record
Monica Klingenberg Sales Representative
Sam Simone
Sales Representative
Richard Stewart
LLB, LLM, Vice-President, Legal Counsel, Sales Representative
Last chance to be a part of “Prince Edward Landing”, an enclave of luxury homes on Picton Bay! 1.5 acre waterfront lot features an elevated building site and a gentle slope to the appealing shoreline. Wonderful views of the Yacht Club, the bay, and the sailboats drifting by. Municipal water, sewers and natural gas. Build here and be part of this vibrant town! $289,000 MLS 550720230 Laurie Gruer*, Sam Si-
mone*, Monica Klingenberg*
www.lauriegruer.com
www.homeinthecounty.com
Lori Slik
Sales Representative
Kate Vader
Sales Representative
Jim Wait
Sales Representative
Shannon Warr-Hunter Broker
43 Main Street, Picton ON K0K 2T0
Office: 613.471.1708 Toll Free: 1.877.471.1708
Picton Gazette Contact Michelle to Advertise 613-354-6641 x 113 pictonrealestate@gmail.com
AUCTIONEER Jim Nelson
TO OUR
Buyer: TCO Agromart Limited - Trenton Owner: Sunset Farms and Cabins - Brad Rabbie/Kaitlyn Wood
Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
Buyer: Drake -Devonshire Inn, Wellington Owner: Rockbottom Farm - Nathan and Sara Beth Krentz
Grand Champion Steer Buyer: Community Livestock Exchange - Dave and Brad Denure (G Fox photo) Owner: Sunset Farms and Cabins - Mark/Muriel, Matt/Alyssa Rabbie
THANK YOU
Community Livestock Exchange Deerhaven Farm & Garden Drake-Devonshire Inn, Wellington TCO Agromart Limited, Trenton Aman’s Abattoir
TO TO OUR OUR
BUYERS
THANK YOU
THANK HANK YOU OU TO O OUR UR CORPORATE ORPORATE SPONSORS PONSORS!
Buyer: Aman's Abattoir - Ted Aman Owner: 4H Beef Club
Reserve Champion Steer Buyer: Deerhaven Farm and Garden - Ken Morton (J Vincent photo) Owner: Fourthlane Farm - Scott and Sara Colton
32 DECEMBER 15, 2016
The Picton Gazette