March 6, 2009

Creemore

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Friday, March 6, 2009

Vol. 10 No. 10

BUDGET GETS SLIGHT TWEAK

by Brad Holden Clearview Council approved a revised draft of the municipality’s 2009 Operating and Capital Budget Monday night, a decision that will likely lead to an official budget bylaw being passed next week.

While several small changes were made to the original draft passed at the February 9 meeting, the overall effect on taxpayers – an average tax increase of 2.75 per cent, depending on the amount their MPAC assessment rose – will remain the same.

The biggest change is a reduction in the capital budget by $333,000, a result of the recent Build Canada Fund decision approving only a portion of what the Township had applied for regarding upgrades to the Creemore Sewage Treatment Plant. Public works will now use only $544,000 in grant money to build an equalization tank and install a computer monitoring system at the plant. Of the six sewage processing cassettes the Township had hoped would be covered by the grant, three will have to be bought in future years.

Another revision adds $8,100 for new equipment for the Creemore Skateboarding Park, with $4,000 of that coming from reserves and $4,100 coming from the fundraising efforts of several local boys led by Cole McArthur.

Another change of note includes a $7,646 decrease in the surplus brought forward from 2008 due to some accounting adjustments – interesting because part of the reduced revenues were offset by a $3,300 reduction in the 2009 levy required by the Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority. That organization had lowered its levy increase for this year from 6.2 per cent to three per cent after receiving pressure from several municipalities, including Clearview Township.

Community Grants Decided On Twenty-one community organizations will receive a total of $17,500 in Community Grants from Clearview Township, an increase in output of $2,300 over last year. Decisions by Council in this area were obviously not easy with more than $52,000 worth of grant money requested.

Creemore-specific organizations receiving money include the Creemore Horticultural Society ($1,000); St. Luke’s Anglican Church ($600 for its Gift of Music series); Creemore Legion ($500 for next year’s revamped Canada Day celebrations); the (See “Grants” on page 8)

On Your Mark... Get Set... Go! Mayor Ken Ferguson (centre) puts on his game face as he prepares to lead a team of Council members in a “couch potato race” against a team of Clearview firefighters at last Saturday’s Clearview Township Health & Leisure Showcase. Firefighters from the Creemore Fire Hall ended up taking the overall win, and the Showcase in general was a huge success. For more pictures, see page 6.

Echo Briefs Beef & Lamb Dinner The annual St. John’s United Church Beef & Lamb Dinner takes place on Saturday, March 7 from 4:30 to 7:30 pm. For $12.50 per adult, $5 per child and no cost for little ones, expect great food and good company.

A Mardi Gras March Break The Mad & Noisy Gallery will host an Expressive Arts March Break Camp at St. Luke’s Anglican Church, on the theme of Mardi Gras in New Orleans. The camp is for kids age 6 and up, and will take place from 9 am to 3 pm each day. The cost is a sliding scale from $100 to $125. For more information call 444-0550.

The Return of Fred The legendary Fred Eaglesmith will return to the Avening Hall on Friday, March 20 as part of the Friends of the Mad River concert series. For those not familiar, Eaglesmith is an alt-country troubadour who has travelled the world, literally, for 30 years, playing at least 200 gigs a year. These days, Eaglesmith has strapped on an electric guitar and taken a turn into Tom Waits land, performing what he calls “alternative gospel” from his Juno-nominated Tinderbox album.

Tickets, at $25, are available at the Echo, Curiosity House and online at www.fredeaglesmith.com.

An Accomplished Speaker NCPS student Allison McLeod has her picture taken by her mom after the Royal Canadian Legion Regional Speeches Competition last Sunday at the Legion. Neither McLeod nor her fellow NCPS representative Tristan Stableforth managed to move on in the tough competition, but both did their school and community proud.

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• CREEMORE ECHO •

Friday, March 6, 2009

Editorial Smile, Spring is Nearly Here Ask the next person you run into what they thought of this winter. Go ahead. We guarantee you’ll hear a moan, probably a groan, and definitely a declaration that it’s felt long. And cold. And dark.

Sure, winters are always tough in this part of the country and the last few years they’ve been even worse.

But this year felt particularly hard. Perhaps it was the serious lack of sunlight. Perhaps it was the long cold snaps. Whatever it was, everyone we meet seems to agree on one thing: it’s time for it to be over.

Well, guess what. Thanks to good old George W.

Opinion & Feedback To the North Dufferin Agricultural and Community Taskforce, Inc. c/o Norman Wolfson Dear Mr. Wolfson: Thank you for your letter of February 19, 2009. Per your suggestion to Michael Daniher in a subsequent conversation, I am responding by email and to this address.

As you know, The Highland Companies was not requested in advance to make a presentation, provide information or answer questions at the Community Information Meeting (“the Meeting”) held on January 17, 2009. Michael attended the event out of, as he stated at the time, our respect for the community. He proceeded to convey a good deal of information in the brief time that was provided to him and during the subsequent open discussion.

It is simply untrue to state that Michael “actually claimed not to know [my] full intentions.” Michael stated in the Meeting, as we had communicated previously to the community, to Melancthon Township Council and to the media, that (a) we are committed to our farming operation, (b) we are examining land uses like wind power and aggregates in addition to – not in place of – farming, (c) the research process continues and (d) any course we pursue will be subject to applicable review and public consultation requirements. Nothing has changed since then.

Indeed, the following quote from Michael appeared on the front pages of the January 22, 2009 editions of the Creemore Echo 3 Caroline St. W., Box 1219 Creemore, ON L0M 1G0 (705) 466-9906 Fax: (705) 466-9908 2007 WINNER Website:www.creemore.com Email: info@creemore.com Publication Agreement # 40024973 Return undeliverable Canadian addresses to the above address

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Bush, we’ll have a first touch of spring this weekend.

One of Dubya’s administration’s perhaps misled beliefs was that Daylight Savings Time is an energy sucker, so we now get to turn our clocks forward weeks earlier than we used to.

And while that may make it a little harder to get out of bed for a few weeks, just think how great it’s going to feel to look out the window, after dinner, and see a bright, sunny evening.

Along with the robin, who we’ve heard might be around as well, the time change is a sign of spring.

Which means we’re through the worst of it, and that’s worth a smile.

Orangeville Citizen and The Free Press and Economist: “Nothing in Mulmur Township is contemplated beyond our current farming operation. We are looking to harness in a responsible way the natural resources on which Melancthon’s economy has long been based. Others have studied or undertaken farming, irrigation, wind power and aggregates in the Township. We are simply doing the same. Whatever additional activities we pursue will be approached in an environmentally, socially and economically responsible way.”

In addition, please refer to my own Letters to the Editor that appeared in the February 19 and February 26 editions of those same newspapers, in which I addressed a number of the myths that have been circulated about our Company and its plans.

Speculation at the Meeting also surrounded our vision of restoring the rail corridor that ran from Streetsville to Owen Sound. As we have conveyed to the community, to public officials and to the media, including in an article and my letter to the editor in the February 26 editions of the Orangeville Citizen and The Free Press and Economist, (a) there has been increased interest in rail transportation as it is less costly for shippers, reduces the volume of trucks on our roads, and produces fewer greenhouse gas emissions, (b) our goal is to increase the number of shippers in order to ensure the railway’s viability, (c) we are encouraged by the response shown by current shippers and by companies that would consider moving to the area if the goal is achieved and (d) we would explore the use of an extended railway in our own commercial activities.

Michael’s notes from the Meeting indicate that he did not have specific information to address two questions he was asked; one dealing with tree removal practices and the other dealing with archeological studies. Allow me to provide you with the public information we have provided to area residents, public officials and media.

Like our neighbours, we take steps to improve our farming operation. In the case of tree management, we have obtained permission to remove trees as required, have had the activity inspected and monitored by County personnel, and have planted approximately 400 new trees on our property. In the case of archeological studies, they are part of our ongoing research to provide baseline information about our property. We will continue to study our natural environment and cultural heritage as required when considering any additional land uses.

As you know, if we – like any other property owner – elect to pursue land uses in addition to our current farming operation, a detailed application will be submitted and a public consultation process will be conducted.

As you also know, we have not filed any application for an additional land use at this time. What we have done during the past three years is provide members of the community with information about our activities, a process we intend to continue. Thus, in light of the foregoing, and as the Community Information Meeting was held just six weeks ago, there seems little information that we could add at this time.

As we have stated before, we will communicate with the community about our plans, and address any questions about those plans, as and when there is anything to communicate. In the meantime, do not hesitate to contact Michael if we can be of assistance.

Sincerely, John Lowndes, Shelburne c.c. The Free Press and Economist Orangeville Citizen Creemore Echo

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Sunday, March 8

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www.mansfieldskiclub.com Dear Editor: I attended the Information Meeting about the proposed Honeywood Wind Turbines on February 7 and my life has not been the same since. I started to acquire information regarding wind turbines and there is a lot of it out there, both for and against. Upon investigating these large towering giants that engulf a rather large area, I found information that would lead me to believe they are not as green and healthy as they first appear to be.

Remember amalgam fillings? We were told they were safe. Guess what? The mercury in them accumulates in the body. I am a statistic of that so called “safe ruling” from the government many years ago when studies should have taken longer and been more thorough. The government also told us our blood supply was safe when it wasn’t and that urea-formaldehyde insulation was the way to save energy in our homes.

We all want to believe in our government and do what we think is right, but first let’s get the facts straight on wind factories and learn from our neighbours in Shelburne, Goderich, Ripley, Port Burwell, Kincardine and Europe. Let’s not negate the health issues that are appearing. More studies need to be done. Check out www.windturbinesyndrome.com.

Let’s not rush this Green Energy Act through quickly in order to allow the provincial government to decide what kind of energy sources we use and where they will go in our communities, without any say from us.

Write your letters to the Ministry and make a fuss.

Email addresses and phone numbers can be found at www.windconcernsontario.org.

I say to everyone that I live on a hill and hide at times.

Well, I have gotten off the hill to help make a difference about something I feel strongly about. We want to commit to green energy but it must be safe, reliable, efficient and economical for all concerned.

Please take a moment to become involved; it is easier and cheaper to prevent problems than it is to clean up after them.

Rosemary Mesley, Clearview Township To the Editor; Imagine, on the front page of Creemore’s own Echo, a robbery and a murder in the same week! For the former, the victim was the TD Bank on Mill Street.

For the latter, on that same front page, the victim was language – with the spelling of “severence.”

Had there been the same “combination of alertness, clear thinking... and spontaneous teamwork” that thwarted the success of the former, perhaps the latter could have been averted. However, as you also report in your editorial that day, “...let the record show that when Creemore was tested, we prevailed,” and so, we will live to be tested again – hopefully, by only the latter.

Michael Monahan, Mulmur

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Community Calendar This Weekend Thursdays, March 5 to April 2 • Reflect on the place of the Ten Commandments in our lives as we move to the celebration of Easter, the festival of freedom. Join us at St. Luke’s Anglican Church with a simple supper at 6 pm followed by discussion from 6:30 to 7:30 pm.

Friday, March 6 • World Day of Prayer Service at Knox Presbyterian Church, Dunedin at 10 am.

• Pick-up Basketball every Friday night (except March 20) this month from 7:30 to 9:30 pm at Nottawasaga & Creemore Public School. For males & females ages 13 to adult. No charge.

For more info call Laura at 466-6844.

Saturday, March 7 • 2nd Annual Celebration of Arts & Crafts at Simcoe County Museum, Hwy 26, 5 km

north of Barrie from 10 am to 3 pm. No extra admission charge. Demonstrations, vendors & Rags and Remnant Sale. For more information call the museum at (705) 728-3721.

• Mad & Noisy Gallery Opening for Tanya Zaryski’s exhibit “Variations” from 2 to 5 pm.

Show runs until March 30.

• St. John’s United Church’s Annual Beef & Lamb Dinner from 4:30 to 7:30 pm. Adults $12.50, children $5, pre-schoolers free.

Everyone welcome.

Sunday, March 8 • Don’t forget that the time changed last night!

• United Church of Canada – Avening United Church at 9 am, New Lowell United Church at 10:15 am & St. John’s United, Creemore at 11:30 am in church hall during winter months.

Mondays, March 9 to March 30 • Wise Women’s Circle at Discover the Path, 8A Caroline St W from 7 to 9 pm. See ad on page 7.

Monday, March 9 • Make and Take Meal Club. Healthy, fresh and delicious meals your family will enjoy. Assemble and take home 10 freezer ready meals, with the help of a trained chef and the company of friends.

All the prep work, shopping and clean up is done for you. Made from scratch, all natural. Make healthy eating easy and fun! Upcoming Sessions: tonight, March 31 and April 14 at 7 pm. Space is limited. Call Glenn at 705-466-3821 to register, email glenn@makeandtakemeals.ca or visit www. makeandtakemeals.ca • Yoga and Body Conditioning Classes starting Monday, March 23 at the Nottawasaga Community Hall, #9025 County Road 91, Duntroon. Registration and Demonstration tonight from 6 to 8:30 pm. For further information contact Robin Holmgren at robinsinnerstrength@gmail.com , 445-2676, or www.isfitness.ca.

• Clearview Township’s Council Meeting at 7 pm at the Council Chambers. Everyone welcome to attend.

Tuesday, March 10 • Taoist Tai Chi ‘continuing’level classes (for anyone who has finished a beginner class) and beginner level evening classes (instructor Laura Walton) both on Tuesdays from 7 to 9 pm at the Station on the Green. New ‘beginner’ level afternoon classes on Mondays at the Station. (1:30 to 3:30 pm, instructor Elizabeth Brandon) For more information please call Laura at 466-5011.

• Toastmasters Open House Meeting at Wasaga Beach Library, 120 Glenwood Avenue at 7 pm. Free. Refreshments. www. wasagatoastmasters.com or call (705) 4457182 for more information.

• Dufferin Grey ATV Club is holding a general meeting at 7 pm at the Dundalk Legion. All welcome. Contact info@dgatv.ca or 705-4662523 for further info.

Wednesday, March 11 • Parent/Guardian Teacher Conferences for Second Semester from 4 to 5 and 6 to 8 pm.

Students may arrange appointment times on Monday & Tuesday of this week.

Friday, March 13 • Friday Night Supper at Creemore Legion.

Corned Beef and Cabbage Supper which includes soup, corned beef and cabbage, boiled potatoes, baked beans, buns and butter, bread pudding with vanilla sauce and tea or coffee. Adults $12, Seniors $10 and children are $5. Supper from 5 to 7 pm. Please call ahead for reservations and leave a message at 466-2202.

Saturday, March 14 • Story Hour at Curiosity House Books. Join us from 10:30 to 11:15 am for stories & crafts. Ages 18 months to 6 years welcome with parent.

Monday, March 16 to Friday, March 20 • Theatre Collingwood announces a March Break Drama Program, instructed by theatre professionals. This week-long program (9 am to 3 pm) for young people ages 7 to 12 is themed “Canadian Adventures”. An emphasis on fun. Enrolment is limited. For an information & a registration form, contact Theatre Collingwood (705) 445-2200, info@ theatrecollingwood.com or visit the website www.theatrecollingwood.com.

• March Break Workshops at Dufferin County Museum & Achives. A full week of activities in morning & afternoon sessions. Specific times, fees & minimum age requirements listed on www.dufferinmuseum.com or at (705) 435-1881 or 1-877-941-7787. Pre-registry required. Hwy 89 & Airport Road.

Tuesday, March 17 • St. Patty’s Day at the Mad & Noisy Open Mic Night at 7 pm. Join us for an evening of music. Bring your voices & instruments or just come & listen. Bring your family & friends!

It’s time to get off the couch!! For more info contact Sue at 466-3411.

Friday, March 20 • The countdown is on for the next Avening Hall Concert featuring Fred Eaglesmith. Tickets are available at Curiosity House, the Echo and at www. fredeaglesmith.com. Contact sara@creemore.com, 466-9906, www.myspace.com/avening Monday, March 23 • Brigadier General Denis Thompson will be visiting Stayner Collegiate from 1 to 2:15 pm.

He attended SCI for 4 years in the seventies and when contacted was very enthusiastic about visiting and sharing a presentation about the

• St. Andrew’s Maple Cross Presbyterian Church, 1 Caroline Street West. Worship & Sunday School at 10 am. “Where Jesus is Lord, all are welcome.” Rev. Elizabeth Inglis.

• The Salvation Army Hope Acres Community Church, situated in Mulmur Township, invite you to their Sunday Church Services at 10:45 am. For more information call (705) 466-3435.

• Join us at St. Luke’s Anglican Church, 22 Caroline St. W. for a joyful service of worship and Children’s Program at 11 am.

• Curiosity House presents jazz musician and local resident, Bruce Ley as this year’s Emerging Artist showing his acrylic paintings.

Opening reception is today from 2 to 4 pm; show runs from March 7 to April 2. Refreshments.

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Upcoming Events role of Canada’s Forces in Afghanistan. B.Gen. Thompson was Commander of Canada’s Forces in Afghanistan from August 2008 to February 2009.

He is currently doing a Public Outreach tour.

Members of the public are invited but seating is limited. Please contact Pam Jeffrey at (705) 428-2639 if you are interested in attending.

Wednesday, March 25 • Hummingbird Montessori School for children 3 to 6. Montessori curriculum plus weekly classes in art, music, French, Spanish, phys ed and humanities. Beautiful historic setting on 5 acres.

Opening September 2009. Information Night tonight from 6 to 8 pm. Bring your child to explore our classroom, meet the teachers and find out more about our wonderful school. Learn more online at www.hummingbirdmontessori.ca or email Sherri at info@hummingbirdmontessori.ca.

Friday, March 27 • Gift of Music Concert featuring the Glenn Gould School Brass Quintet at St. Luke’s Anglican Church at 7 pm. $15 at Curiosity House, 100 Mile Store, Creemore Echo and at door.

Tuesday, March 31 • Make a Joyful Noise! Kindermusik classes for children ages 3 months to 7 years begin the week of March 31. Classes in Creemore on Tuesday evenings and Thursday mornings for babies, toddlers and preschoolers. Join us for singing, dancing, playing instruments, exploring rhythm, storytime and more! Call Sherri Jackson, licensed instructor 888-1252 to register, or email hummingbirdstudio@gmail.com. Complete details online at www.hummingbirdstudio.vpweb.ca.

Friday, March 27 at 7 pm The Glenn Gould

Brass Quintet

Playing a variety of pieces includng a suite based on Bernstein’s West Side Story and a collage of music by Canadian Morley Calvert based on Quebec folk songs.

Admission: $15 available at Curiosity House, Creemore Echo & Creemore 100 Mile Store.

Tickets will also available at the door.

h t i m s e l g a Fred E “Eaglesmith remains the voice of rustic beauty, the poetic eyes of rural communities...”

- Exclaim Magazine

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More info call 466-9906 Tickets $25 at the Echo, Curiosity House Books and online @

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Friday, March 20 8 pm at the Avening Hall

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• CREEMORE ECHO •

Friday, March 6, 2009

Creemore Big Heart Seniors SENIORS

There were 54 of us out for cards, and Bob Veale introduced and welcomed newcomer Regis Boudreau.

There was a very nice Thank You from St. John’s United Church for our annual donation.

Sylvia GALE Then I read the tongue in cheek letter from Winston Ferguson entitled Notice. “Due to recent trials and tribulations, the position for a wonder woman is now open at my place of residence. This is a secluded brick bungalow with running water, sauna, etc, and is badly in need of a person to take care of it, plus the owner, and call it home. To be successful, the applicant must be a morning person, have her own teeth and brush them, be tidy, etc, etc, and enjoy life as well as a laugh. Then (get this!) if compatible and does not wish her own room, applicant must not chew gum, clean her fingernails, or talk about redecorating the bedroom, etc while engaged in more interesting projects. Playing cards is another must, along with fishing, movies, live entertainment and travel. This could be a real comfortable and long lasting position for the right person who is a non-smoker and occasional drinker who doesn’t allow pets in the house.

Send resume to W.F. c/o Secretary Helen Waite.”

Just about here we were all wondering if Winston had really lost it – when he hits us with the punch line in the last sentence. “If not serious or you feel it is not justifiable, just go to Helen Waite anyways!” Winston, Winston, Winston! You caught us again!

After Edith Veale had given us our weekly chuckle, the 50/50 draws went to Barb Oh! Me! Cudmore, Janet Boudreau, Ted Underhill (2), Doris Hare, George Blakney, Mary Underhill and Jean Carmichael.

Moon shots were played by Pat Winger, Bob Veale,

Ruby McGoogan, Audrey Fines (2) and Warren Gale.

Bob claimed the Sidewinders loot, and Warren won the travelling prize. Poor Audrey Fines – she had two moon shots and I did not hear her yell out, so I did not have her on the list to be paid. Guess I’ll have to turn up my hearing aids, Audrey!

High scorers were Thelma Lightheart 300, Karl Seifert 289, Pat Winger 288 and Joan Monaghan 285.

Low was Winston Ferguson with 25. The hidden score of 100 did not go, so next week it will be worth $20.

Bud Schell from Brentwood goes with us on the Rama bus at times, and I understand he has been under the weather lately. Hope you are soon “up and at ‘em” Bud. Also Mary Lou Rawn was taken to Barrie Hospital recently, so all the best to you, Lou. We had Happy Birthday cards and a song for Sheila Fenton and Bob Veale who were both present today, and we really hope that whoever peed in Ted Underhill’s cereal does not do it again, as it makes him very grumpy with the rest of us. Jeesh – we just get Ray Leighton back off his grump when Ted goes on a crank. Men! I think we’ll divorce the lot of you – and just see how you like that!

Our condolences goes out to Irene Dolson on the death of her 65-year-old nephew (Gilmore Dunstan’s son) of a heart attack last week, and our heartfelt sympathy goes to Jack Heslip, Susan and Rick Cameron and their girls Melissa (Missy) and Katie and their families on the loss of wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother Winona Heslip. Winona was active in the United Church and at one time as a curler, and as a good card player at Seniors. But most of all she will be remembered as a lady. I was deeply sorry to hear of her passing as it was one more of the people who have been there nearly all of my life and who are no more.

I would like to thank

everyone who came up with guesses but in particular Helen (Emmett) Blackburn, Jim Steed, Lloyd Montgomery and Maurice McArthur for the new names to go with the school picture in last week’s Echo.

But special thanks goes to Doug Callow and his wife who hand delivered a copy of the picture for the School Reunion, with a spare one for me. The missing names were: # 7 – Dennis Gowan; # 11 – I had listed as Lloyd Montgomery and this is really Albert (Ab) Montgomery; # 25 – Eddie O’Kell; # 26 – John Webster; and # 27 – Peter Colburn. Thanks again for help with the names, but I really should warn you that help is going to be needed for names again soon as Maurice McArthur has some school pictures from the 1950s that have no names on them that he is willing to share with us.

During their last phone conversation, Warren read to son Bruce the mention I made of his praise for the food at Creemore’s Sovereign Restaurant, that it can hold its own against many “higher priced establishments in much larger cities.” Bruce replied, “it can hold its own against many good restaurants in many countries.” And he should know as he is quite a globetrotter who will be on his way to Australia in a week or so. Well done, folks at the Sovereign!

Just a note to Ed Shelepuk, who ever so kindly offered to store a snowblower for us in his garage for the winter if only we would buy the snowblower. Well, now he’s looking ahead and has offered to store our riding lawnmower for the summer – only we will have to buy a new truck for him so he can pick up the lawnmower.

Well, you see, Ed, back in February of 1836 Samuel Colt patented the first revolving barrel multi-shot firearm – and now I know why. He just knew it was going to be needed to keep the riding lawnmower raiders at bay!

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SEARCH FOR DIRECTOR OF EDUCATION

REQUEST FOR INPUT Our current Director of Education, Gordon Campbell, is retiring at the end of this school year. This change of leadership at the Board will impact all of us in the Board, in our schools and in our communities.

It is therefore very important to us that we reach out and seek the community’s input with regards to defining the mandate for a new Director, and the experience, qualifications, skills and personal characteristics we should be seeking in a new Director of Education for Simcoe County District School Board.

The Chair of the Search Committee, Mary Anne Wilson, on behalf of the Simcoe County District School Board of Trustees, would like to invite you to visit our website www.scdsb.on.ca and respond to the Request for Input with regards to the Director of Education mandate and candidate criteria.

Input will be accepted until 5:00 p.m. on March 25, 2009. ~~~~~~~~~

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Stayner Collegiate Parent/Guardian Teacher Conferences SECOND SEMESTER CONFERENCES WEDNESDAY, MARCH 11 FROM 4:00 TO 5:00 P.M. AND 6:00 TO 8:00 P.M. All Parent/Guardians are invited to visit the school and speak with their son’s or daughter’s teachers in individual interviews. Students may arrange appointments for their Parent/Guardian in school on Monday and Tuesday prior to Parent/Guardian night.

RR#2 STAYNER, L0M 1S0 • 705 428-2639

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A musician turns to canvas and finds a similar art

by Brad Holden Mulmur resident Bruce Ley, one of the area’s most talented musicians, will be the focus of a show at Curiosity House this month. But don’t come expecting him to play the piano; instead, you’ll see his paintings on the wall, results of the same kind of improvisation he’s known for, this time aimed at the canvas instead of the keyboard.

While Ley has been playing music professionally for more than 40 years – including stints on the Tommy Hunter and Ronnie Prophet shows in the 1970s and more recently as the leader of the Bruce Ley Jazz Trio – he hadn’t picked up a paint brush until nine months ago.

“I’ve talked about painting my whole life, and for years people would give me paints and canvasses at birthdays and Christmas,” said Ley. “But it wasn’t until last year, when someone signed me up for one of Lynn Connell’s art retreats, that I actually got around to trying it. And the moment I touched my brush to the paint, that was it.”

Since then, he’s been painting every day, in the same home studio that houses his grand piano, Hammond B-3

organ and racks of guitars, both electric and acoustic.

The resulting paintings, while mostly abstract, are wide-ranging in their style. They also exhibit none of the inhibitions expected of new painters.

Clearly, they are the product of a painter who’s having a lot of fun.

“The thought process I use is exactly the same as when I play music,” said Ley. “Basically, on the piano, I start with one note, and see what follows.

And that’s sort of the way I’ve been painting, too. Lots of people have a fear of improvisation – I, on the other hand, have a fear of the opposite.”

Ley’s show, coming so soon after he started painting, follows in Curiosity House’s tradition of hosting an annual first-time show for an emerging artist.

The timing of this one, according to the artist, couldn’t be better.

“Nine months is the right amount of time, don’t you think?,” he asked with a grin. “I think it’s perfect.”

The show will take place from Saturday, March 7 to Sunday, April 2.

An opening reception will be held on Sunday, March 8 from 2 to 4 pm. All are welcome.

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Health & Leisure Showcase draws crowd

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Organized around the theme “Get off the couch,” the Showcase featured information booths, exhibits and demonstrations, which in aggregate provided visitors with the impressively broad range of recreational opportunities available in the Township and surrounding area.

One of the day’s highlights was the Couch Potato race featuring various Township staff pushing couches down a snow track. There was a series of races, with a team of firefighters from Station 4 in Creemore being crowned the winners (shown above right, Mark Ruzylo, Richard Millsap, Ed Van Severn and Jim Morrey), while the Clearview Council were runners-up.

Clearview’s Community Culture and Recreation Programmer Jacqueline Soczka, who deserves kudos for spearheading the event, wants to thank all who participated in the Showcase. Judging from the enthusiastic public response, it is likely to become a fixture on the Clearview activity calendar.

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New Lowell News Sympathy of our pm. If you know anyone Community goes to Jack or any businesses that can Heslip and family on relate to a healthy living the passing of his wife style please contact Deb Winona. Jack and Winona Shacknell at the school were a special part of the for further information on Creemore United Church having a display booth at Sandra Pastoral Charge. the fair. Both the Our Lady BEDNAREK The village was of Assumption and New surprised to see the Closed Lowell Public Schools will for Renovation sign on the Sunnidale be involved in this program.

Variety store on Monday morning.

Hot tasty homemade soup is still Let’s hope it is up and running very available for $1 on Wednesdays at New soon.

Lowell Public for all the children and The New Lowell School held adults in the building. their annual dance-a-thon on Friday, New Lowell United Church worship February 27 and raised over $1,500 time is 10:15 with Sunday school at for school activities. Mr. Stableforth the same time. Starting on March 15 reported at the Parent Council meeting for five Sundays there will be a 9:30 on Monday evening that a new web am practice for the Junior Choir under page for the school and should soon the direction of Brenda Duce and be available. assisted by Deanna Lancaster. All Ms. Barron and some of her students are welcome to attend. gave a very informative presentation Don’t forget Wings on Friday about the “smartboard.” This new evenings at the Legion and the Fish technology is very interesting and so and Chip night on the last Friday of exciting for the children and the staff. each month.

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Grants and other Council news (Continued from page 1) Mad & Noisy Gallery ($1,000 for its March Break camp); and the Creemore Santa Claus Parade ($500). A request for $1,500 from the Creemore Farmers’ Market was denied on the premise that the Township would work with the Market to acquire outside grants. A request from the Creemore Skateboarding fundraisers for $4,000 was directed elsewhere in the budget, as mentioned above.

New Water/Sewer Rates Council approved a new set of Water and Wastewater Rates for Creemore and Stayner Monday night, but not without several questions from Councillor Thom Paterson and some ensuing voting shenanigans.

The rates have to go up, no matter what – since the last time they were set, in 2006, several factors have caused them to become insufficient in earning enough revenue for the Township to operate systems as well as save for future repairs and enhancements.

Water rates will increase slightly across the board. What Council had to decide upon Monday was whether the sewer rates should be higher in Creemore than Stayner for the first five years, due to the fact that the Township accrued extra costs last spring when a huge thaw caused the Creemore sewage plant to be overwhelmed.

Paterson asked several times if this option meant the Township had decided

to move away from a universal rate schedule, something that had been decided on in 2007. He was told by Treasurer Mitch Carruthers that staff had merely offered Council two options and it was their decision.

At that point, Councillor John Crispo moved that Council adopt “option 1,” which would keep rates even in both communities. But when it came to a vote, the motion was lost due to a tie, with Crispo, Paterson and Councillors Shawn Davidson and Roger McGillvray voting yes and the Mayor, Deputy Mayor and Councillors Robert Walker and Doug Measures voting no. Councillor Orville Brown was absent.

That led Council to an impasse until Davidson urged someone to make a motion for the other option. When someone did, he switched his vote, meaning Creemore’s rates will be higher for the next five years.

Homemade Speedsters Creemore Cubs Phillip Jones and Joshua Hockley show off their Kub Kars, which they used to represent Creemore at the recent Barrie Kub Kar rally, after winning the local rally.

1,000 Homes for Stayner The proposed 1,000 home Dancor development on the east side of Stayner is free to go ahead with final plans after Council passed a long-delayed Official Plan amendment and Zoning Bylaw amendment Monday night.

There are issues, however, with how the necessary infrastructure will be paid for, especially in economically trying times, and for that reason Councillors Paterson and Crispo voted against the amendments.

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Dragons at the libraries over March Break The Clearview Library is featuring a multi-faceted program for children during March Break Week (March 17-21). All activities are based on a Dragon theme, and are provided for either a small fee or at no charge.

• Following are the listings for the Creemore Branch.

Tuesday, March 17 – No Dragons for Tea/ Story Hour, 12:30 to 1:30. (free) Pick up your Colouring Contest entry and complete it in-house or at home for judging on Saturday.

Wednesday, March 18 – Create your very own personal dragon by joining in on our Painting Party with the Two Rivers Ceramic Café 12:30 to 1:30. ($5 fee covers your choice of dragon pose, all the paint and topcoat, and expert help from our dragon master painter, Paulette. Pre-registration is appreciated at 466-3011.

Thursday, March 19 – Design a Dragon Art Class, 1:00 to 2:00. Have fun with darci-que and create your own dragon out of modelling clay (free.)

Friday, March 20 – The Animal Party Featuring Real Live Dragons will take place at the Jubilee Presbyterian Church in Stayner at 10:30 and then again at the Sunnidale Branch at 1:30. This show is free compliments of the Stayner Lions Club. Please put your name on our Guest List to reserve your spot at your choice of shows.

Our Armchair Travel Series featuring Mandy Bridson’s Trip will take place at the Station on the Green in Creemore at 7:00. Escape to the other side of the world where it is warm for a donation at the door after the show!

Saturday, March 21 – Drop in and enjoy the free arts & literary crafts at our Dragonology craft table.

We will be announcing the winners of the colouring contest at high noon. These winners will receive a very special prize kindly donated by Norma at Affairs

Bakery.

• Here is the schedule for the Sunnidale Branch in New Lowell.

Tuesday, March 17 – Design a Dragon Art Class, 1:30 to 2:30 with darci-que. (free) Pre-registration at the circulation desk is appreciated. Pick up your Colouring Contest entry and complete it in-house or at home for judging on Saturday.

Wednesday, March 18 – All about Dragonology – an informal drop-in craft and activity table. (free) Brenda and Shadow, our Paws to Read Therapy Dog, will be visiting from 4:00 to 5:00.

Thursday, March 19 – A Special Story & Craft Hour about Dragons with Sandra Bednarek at 10:30 to 11:30. This is suitable for the preschoolers who attend our regular Story Hour and Ontario Early Years sessions but pre-registration is appreciated.

The Two Rivers Ceramic Cafe Painting Party featuring Dragons at 12:30 (full) and again at 2:30 (full). This Painting Party is suitable for kids of all ages and parents too! The $5 fee covers your choice of dragon ceramic, the paint, topcoat and help from an expert dragon painter, Paulette. We are taking names on a waiting list and will offer a third class if the demand warrants. Time and date TBA. Friday, March 20 – The Animal Party Featuring Real Live Breathing Bearded Dragons at 1:30. This show features all kinds of slithery and furry critters from small, medium to big sizes that the audience participants will have an opportunity to handle. It is a free show sponsored by the Stayner Lions Club. Add your name to our guest list to reserve your spot for this fun interactive edu-entertainment.

Saturday, March 21 – All About Dragonology and judging day for the Colouring Contest and the winners will be announced at 12:00 so they can start to pick up their prizes. Jen Elliot and Michele McKenzie will be presenting an Active Arts program featuring Rubber

Chicken Yoga for kids.

• Finally, here’s the program for the Stayner Branch.

Tuesday, March 17 from 12:30 to 1:30 Painting Dragons with Two Rivers Ceramic Café. ($5) This craft is great for all ages and including Moms. Our coloring contest starts too.

Wednesday, March 18 at 10:30. (free) No Dragons for Tea Story and Craft Hour, a special story hour for preschoolers.

Thursday, March 19 at 10:30. (free) Design a dragon in modeling clay with darci-que. All ages welcome.

Friday, March 20 at 10:30. (free) and sponsored by the Stayner Lions Club. An Animal Party featuring real life dragons presented by the Clearview Public Library at the Jubilee Presbyterian Church. Please sign up on our Guest List to reserve your free seat!

Saturday, March 21 all day. (free). An informal drop-in Dragonology arts and literary craft table.

The prizewinners for the coloring contest will be announced at noon.

A postscript to last week’s Quebec curling picture The curlers attending the 96th annual Quebec International bonspiel want to extend their thanks to Creemore Springs Brewery and Gordon Fuller for their ongoing support and sponsorship of the Ontario Cup, one of the prized trophies at this historic event.

Also, last week’s front-page picture of Prime Minister Stephen Harper and the Creemore curlers should have included a photo credit to Jason Ransom of the PMO.

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What To Do Next?

A guest column by graduating SCI student and aspiring journalist Maria Lucas.

University, college, the workplace.

Should I stay back a year or should I not?

Am I really ready to leave? Do I have to make the decision now?

These are just a few of the many questions that I, a senior student in high school, have asked myself. Deciding what to do with your life after high school can be incredibly challenging, especially if you are uncertain with what you want to do with your life in general.

I was curious to see how my peers felt at this point in our lives. I wanted to see what life plans they had laid out in front of them. I wanted to know what their answers were to the same questions that I was asking myself.

Before I tell you about the stories that I heard from my peers, I will tell you a little bit about my story.

When I was entering Grade 12 I had no certain idea of what I wanted to do with my life, and I felt as though time was running out. I had thought about a variety of different careers, but I felt that it was time to narrow things down.

After a substantial amount of thought I decided to pursue a career in law. That’s right, becoming a lawyer is what I had in mind. However, before going to law school I need to get a major, so I thought about what I like doing. I realized I enjoy

writing, and that is when journalism came to mind. So here I am, writing this column because not only will it enhance my application, it will also give me experience in the field of journalism, which is very important.

I have applied to the journalism programs at both Ryerson and Carleton University. My father had mentioned Carleton University and their journalism program has a very good reputation, as does Ryerson’s, which is why I chose both schools. Another challenging aspect of this whole process is that now that I have applied to university, waiting for my reply has been driving me crazy and I am incredibly anxious. To be honest, at times, I doubt my decision to go to a post secondary institution, because of everything that goes along with attending university. Especially the fact that I will have to learn how to live on my own while at the same time going to school and keeping my marks high enough.

Despite all those negative thoughts, what makes me not doubt my decision is that I remember that it is what I want, and because I want it so much I believe I am determined enough to get it. Anyways, enough about my story, here are some others that prove I am not the only one who is feeling scared, anxious, excited, eager, or any emotion that relates to these when it comes to deciding what to do after high school.

My friend Dana is another senior student and she has thought about teaching since she was a little girl.

However, it was not until this year that she made her final decision to become a teacher. She thought that instead of being in school for an extra year, it seemed more sensible to do her teaching degree concurrantly in university, especially because she knows what she wants to do.

She has received her acceptance to York University and is incredibly relieved.

Lucky her! I am still waiting and I almost feel jealous. The next chapter of her life looks bright and promising, and right now, hers is not the only one that looks that way.

My friend Denise decided what she wanted to do with her life at the end of Grade 11. She thought about other careers, but she feels that social work is right for her. She has applied to more schools than anyone else I know, which is not by any means a bad thing. On her list she has Ryerson, Carleton, Waterloo, McMaster, and the University of Ottawa.

When asked if she felt pressured into applying this year, she said “I did not want to be the person left behind.� She did feel rushed in the whole process of applying and she says “I think the government made the biggest mistake in getting rid of OAC.� For those of you who do not know what OAC was, it was just another year of high school, you

could look at it as being Grade 13.

Not everyone that I talked to have the same idea of going of to college or university next year, some have chosen to stay back a year for their own reasons.

One friend of mine, also named Dana, has not applied to university or college. She has decided to stay back for what we call a “victory lap.� She has thought about career possibilities such as psychology, journalism, like me, and fashion design.

But she wants to stay back a year because she is unsure and money is an issue, as it is for many of us. She feels that it is best this way, because she is not rushing such a big decision, she is taking her time and wants to be certain.

Throughout all of these stories, it can be seen that deciding what to do next, whether it be going to university, college or anything of that nature, can be challenging. There are common feelings that can be seen through the stories I have told, and they are I am sure many of you readers have felt some point in your life – the feeling of uncertainty, the fear of the unknown, excitement and eagerness.

I, like many of my peers, cannot wait to enter the next chapter of my life. How boring would life be if it did not have that unknown factor? We’re about to experience our lives.

Ed. Note: Right before presstime, Maria informed us she’d been accepted to Carleton University. Congratulations!

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ADULT LEARNING Adult Learning programs help you meet your needs and goals. Join us for an information session to learn how: Monday, March 9 at 1 pm at the Georgian College Wasaga Beach Campus, 690 River Road; Wednesday, March 11 at 6:30 pm at The Learning Centre/Georgian Literacy, 180 Ontario Street in Collingwood; or Wednesday, March 25 at 10 am at the VPI office at 1 First Street, Suite 220 in Collingwood.

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DYNES, Errol In loving memory Wilfred “Errol” Dynes, who passed away peacefully with family at his side at the General and Marine Hospital, Collingwood on Thursday, February 26, 2009 in his 77th year. Loving husband (54 years) and friend of Joan (nee Hamilton). Dear father of Janice (Phil) of Collingwood, Marianne (Ian) of Beggs, Oklahoma, and David (Frances) of Sudbury. Cherished Poppa and Grandpa, will be greatly missed by grandchildren, Stuart, Taylor and Charlotte Hammill, Emily, Kyle and Kevin Horncastle, Alessandra, Noelle and Veronica Dynes. Uncle Errol “Uncle E” is fondly and lovingly remembered by many nieces and nephews who always enjoyed his friendship and happy spirit. Son of Robinson and Edna Dynes (predeceased). Youngest brother of Hazel (predeceased), Mabel, Bob and Vernor (predeceased), Lorne, Lucille and Reg. Errol enjoyed socializing in the community, and was known for his outgoing nature, trademark “handshake”, his friendly smile, and daily discussions with friends and family over a cup of coffee at Tim’s.

A lover of music and dancing to the big band sounds, and in his younger years, an avid baseball and hockey player. Wearer of many hats; potato farmer, elected trustee of the Simcoe County Board of Education, a school bus driver, grocer, farming (Hamilton Brothers), and maintenance at the Simcoe County Board of Education.

He was a warden, and a member of the cemetery board of the Church of the Redeemer in Duntroon. A general handyman and proud carpenter who would undertake any challenge. His last project, of which he was very happy to do, was replacing a walking bridge over the river, and restoring replica buildings of Hamilton Brothers in Renee’s Park at the Hamilton Homestead, Glen Huron.

In retirement, he enjoyed vacationing in Florida, visiting family in Oklahoma, logging hours on his John Deere mower, golfing and marshalling at Duntroon Highlands Golf Course. He was an avid fan of the Toronto Maple Leafs, the Blue Jays and Raptors. Anyone who knew Errol, were very aware of his political views (Bill O’Reilly, Fox News). A lifelong positive and determined attitude was evident throughout his life, and helped ease the trauma of his illness on family and friends alike. Friends will be received on Friday, March 6, 2009 from 6 to 9 pm at Fawcett Funeral Homes – Collingwood Chapel, 82 Pine Street. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, March 7, 2009 at 2 pm at the Blue Mountain Golf and Country Club in Collingwood. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Canadian Cancer Society, Collingwood General & Marine Hospital Foundation or Hospice Georgian Triangle in Errol’s memory. Friends may visit Errol’s on-line Book of Memories at www. fawcettfuneralhomes.com

HESLIP, Winona Passed away peacefully at Creedan Valley Nursing Home, Creemore, Ontario on Thursday, February 26, 2009, in her 93rd year.

Winona (nee Ellis) was the beloved wife of Jack Heslip of Creemore with whom she enjoyed 65 years of marriage, and the cherished mother of Susan and husband Rick Cameron of Bobcaygeon.

Nonie was the best grandmother in the world to Katie, Melissa and husband Ben, and was much loved by her great grandchildren Hannah and Ian. She will be dearly missed by sister-in-law Joan Bichan and the rest of the Bichan clan.

We will all remember her as she would want us to: as a woman who paddled her own canoe. Winona was an active member of St. John’s United Church in Creemore for 60 years. An avid curler, she won many trophies and the highlight of her curling career was an eight-ender in 1963. She enjoyed the outdoors, particularly fishing and swimming at the cottage in Bobcaygeon. Special thanks to the dedicated staff of Creedan Valley Nursing Home and to Dr. Scott Houston, all of whom went far above and beyond the call of duty in providing such compassionate and professional care.

Visitors were received at the Fawcett Funeral Home in Creemore on Sunday, March 1, 2009. Funeral service was held at St. John’s United Church on Monday, March 2 at 2 pm. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the Alzheimer’s Society or to St. John’s United Church in Creemore.

IN MEMORIAM JORDAN, Katherine (Kate) In loving memory of mother, grandmother, great and great-great grandmother Katherine (Kate) (Murray) Jordan who passed away on March 10, 2004.

Life moves on and years go by But love and memories never die Today, tomorrow, Our whole life through We will always remember you.

The Jordan Family In loving memory of Elsie Patton.

Dear Aunt Elsie: We found out on March 1 you left us on February 11.

The shock hit hard and we never got to say good-bye or touch your hand one last time. We will always hold you in our hearts and remember you with love.

Always remembered by: Don, Jayne and families, Helen, Bruce and families, Shirley, Paul and families In memory of a wonderful wife, mom, and granny, Jean Blackburn, who passed away three years ago on March 10th.

No one heard the footsteps Of angels drawing near, Who took from earth to Heaven The one we loved so dear.

She has not really left us, Nor has she travelled far.

Just entered God’s beautiful garden, And left the door ajar.

We love you and miss you so much, all our love, love Erel, Donna & Steve, Rob, and grandchildren XXXOOO

THANK YOU The Township of Clearview would like to thank all of the volunteers, exhibitors and supporters who helped make this year’s Health and Leisure Showcase a huge success.

Elsie Patton (Stacey)….1920-2009 The family would like to express their sincere thanks to all who sent condolences, flowers, donations, food and gentle hugs to us over these last few weeks. A very special thanks to Rev.Tony Rennett for his care and compassion over these past few years. The funeral service was one that reflected the commitment and understanding Elsie had of her faith. To the United Church Women, the lunch was wonderful and a true reflection of what Elsie would have wanted with her friends and family. To Greg Patton, Todd Patton, Ken Duff, Frank Bednarek, Phil Harrison and Mark Stephens we express our gratitude for honouring Elsie by being Pallbearers.

Elsie was a true community member and will be greatly missed by all of us. To everyone who gave her special care and understanding we sincerely thank you. In this spirit, we also thank Dr.Houston of Creemore for all he did for Elsie in health care for many years.

Our hugs go to Sandra Bednarek for being a ‘bonus’ daughter to Elsie over the years.

Although we smile and make no fuss No one misses her more than us And when old times we oft recall It’s then we miss her most of all Sincerely, The Stacey family

Come as you are and explore your faith at a pace that is right for you.

Stayner Brethren in Christ Church Worship Service 10:35 a.m.

6th Conc., 1 Km N. of Cty. Rd. 91

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED VOLUNTEERS needed for the Canadian Cancer Society’s Spring Campaign (April) in Creemore area.

Call Seeta Ferris at 445-3706 for more information. Attention high school students: You can get community service hours if accompanied by an adult.

705 812.1611 172 Mill St. Unit C, Creemore

FIREARMS & MILITARIA

AUCTION Sat., March 14 @ 9:30am at the Creemore Legion Hall to feature Over 200 quality modern, antique & collectible rifles, shotguns & handguns, important Winchester collection, military collectibles, uniforms, helmets, swords, bayonets, daggers, native collectibles, ammunition, loading tools, scopes, gun cases & cabinets, decoys, reference books, military art, hunting & outdoor collectibles, etc.

Preview @ 8am, Auction Hall 705-466-2722 Terms: Cash, cheque, Visa, MC, debit. 10% buyers premium.

John Simpson Auctioneer For more information 705-428-6537 www.staynerbic.com

1-800-438-8138 Details at

www.simpsonauctions.com

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• CREEMORE ECHO •

Friday, March 6, 2009

CLEARVIEW TOWNSHIP

NOTICES

You’ll get a warm welcome and cold beer.

TENDERS TOURS • TASTINGS • BOUTIQUE 139 Mill Street, Creemore ON. 1-800-267-2240

At Creemore Springs we take pride in introducing folks to the great taste of our beer and showing them how we make it. So the next time you’re near the town of Creemore, drop by the brewery, the hospitality is on us.

Creemore BIA

NOTICE BOARD OF DIRECTORS

CLEARVIEW SOCCER CLUB Recreational & Competitive Teams

REGISTRATION LAST CALL Tuesday March 10, 2009 7:00pm to 9:00pm at the following two locations NEW LOWELL FIREHALL CREEMORE ARENA $75.00 A uniform deposit of $25.00 is required CHEQUE post dated for August 31, 2009 made out to Clearview Soccer Club For players born between 1991 & 2004 First year registrants please bring proof of age

*Registrations after this date will be $100*

Nominations are open for three positions on the Board of Directors.

Anyone interested must have a nomination form signed by two BIA members in good standing and turned into Secretary Lily White at the Brewery by Friday, March 20. The election for these three positions will take place at the next General Meeting on: Tuesday, April 7 at 6:30 pm

ASSOCIATE MEMBERS The BIA welcomes Associate Members. To qualify a business must be tourism related and not located within the existing BIA district. The BIA applies an intentionally broad definition of tourism, “any business that helps attract visitors to Creemore or enhances their experience when they are here.”

The annual fee is $100

To join contact Secretary Lily White at 466-2240 or lily@creemoresprings.com

IMPORTANT NOTICE Health Canada Advisory on RetroFoam Insulation Health Canada was recently advised that RetroFoam has been installed in a limited number of homes in Ontario. This product is prohibited for sale in Canada.

Health Canada is informing consumers that RetroFoam insulation is a urea formaldehyde-based thermal insulation, a type of insulation that has been prohibited for sale in Canada under the Hazardous Products Act since December 1980, as it may release formaldehyde gas into indoor air.

Health Canada issued a “cease and desist” letter to RetroFoam of Canada Incorporated, the Canadian importer of the insulation, to stop all importation and sale of RetroFoam in Canada. Health Canada also instructed Enerliv, the Canadian distributor of RetroFoam, to stop all sale, advertisement and further installations of the product and to call back any unused product. As a result of Health Canada’s actions, RetroFoam is no longer available for sale or installation in Canada.

Health Canada will be communicating with affected homeowners to provide further details on how they can obtain Government support for having their indoor air quality tested.

For more information call

1-800-443-0395 www.healthcanada.gc.ca

THE TOWNSHIP OF CLEARVIEW WILL BE RECEIVING TENDERS FOR One (1) 2009 Motor Grader with Rear Mounted Wing and One Way Plow Tender #2009-05 Tender forms are available at the Township Office, 217 Gideon Street, Stayner from 8:30 a.m. until 4:30 p.m.

Sealed tenders clearly marked Tender #2009-05 in envelopes and on forms supplied by Clearview Township will be received by the Clearview Public Works Department for the following.

One (1) 2009 Motor Grader with Rear Mounted Wing and One Way Plow Tender #2009-05 Tenders for the above will be accepted by the undersigned until: Monday, March 16, 2009 @ 4:00 p.m.

Tenders will be opened Monday, March 16, 2006 @ 4:15 p.m.

The lowest or any tender/quote will not necessarily be accepted Submit Tenders/quotes to: Stephen W. Sage, CRS-S, Deputy-Director of Public Works Township of Clearview PO Box 200 217 Gideon St Stayner ON L0M 1S0 705-428-6230 ext. 228

TENDERS THE TOWNSHIP OF CLEARVIEW WILL BE RECEIVING TENDERS FOR 1 – New 2009 Backhoe – Tender No. 2009-01 1 – New 2009 ½ Ton Pick-up Service Truck - Tender No. 2009-02 Hot Mix Paving – Tender No. 2009-03 ‘A’ Gravel – Tender No. 2009-06 Maintenance Gravel – Tender No. 2009-07 Dust Suppressant – Tender No. 2009-08 Zero-Turn Mower – Quote No. 2009-11 Tender/Quote forms are available at the Township Office, 217 Gideon Street, Stayner from 8:30 a.m. until 4:30 p.m.

Sealed tenders/quotes clearly marked with Tender #2009-?? in envelopes and on forms supplied by Clearview Township will be received by the Clearview Public Works Department.

Tenders/Quotes for the above will be accepted by the undersigned until: Tuesday, March 24, 2009 @ 1:00 pm Tenders/Quotes will be opened Tuesday, March 24, 2009 @ 1:15 pm The lowest or any tender/quote will not necessarily be accepted Submit Tenders/Quotes to: Stephen W Sage, CRS-S Deputy Director of Public Works Township of Clearview PO Box 200 217 Gideon St Stayner ON L0M1S0 705-428-6230 ext. 228

LEAD TESTING LEAD TESTING IN MUNICIPAL DRINKING WATER SYSTEMS The Township of Clearview Water/Sewer Department is requesting volunteers to be a part of the 2009 Lead Sampling Program. This program is in compliance with Provincial Legislation and will provide a more detailed review of lead levels at the tap. Our ongoing sampling program in 2007 and 2008 has not identified problems with lead in our water.

Older homes built prior to the mid-1950’s are more likely to have lead pipes and service lines. Homes built between the mid-1950’s and mid1980’s are likely to have lead solder or lead in some fixtures.

Anyone with a home built prior to 1980 who would like to volunteer their home as a sampling location, please call the Public Works Department at 428-5024 or e-mail leadtest@clearviewtwp.on.ca. For more information check out our web-site at www.clearviewtwp.on.ca/ - Services – Public Works – Water/Sewer Mike Rawn, C. Tech.

Water/Sewer Superintendent Township of Clearview Clearview Township Box 200, 217 Gideon St. Stayner, ON L0M 1S0 705-428-6230

www.clearviewtwp.on.ca