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Friday, April 3, 2009
Vol. 09 No. 14
TOWNSHIP CONSIDERS BILL-150
by Brad Holden C l e a r v i e w To w n s h i p Council provided some official reaction to Ontario’s proposed Green Energy Act Monday night in the form of a request for a detailed review of the legislation by its own staff. The resolution, moved by Councillor Thom Paterson and seconded by Councillor Roger McGillvray, gives some idea of the complex issues surrounding the Act. Here it is, verbatim: “Whereas the Province has tabled Bill 150, to enact the Green Energy Act, 2009 in support of its vision for a greener Ontario economy and a culture of conservation; and “Whereas the purpose of the Act is to promote the development and use of renewable energy resources, to encourage the use of less energy, to create jobs and to fight climate change; and (See “Council” on page 7)
A Packed House and a Heck of a Show Last Sunday’s Creemore Skating Carnival, the 40th anniversary edition, was a thoroughly enjoyable and professional affair, from these intermediate skaters line dancing to “She Thinks My Tractor’s Sexy” by Kenny Chesney to the grand finale featuring former skaters of the Creemore Skating Club. For more pictures, see page 8 and be sure to visit www.creemore.com for a full-colour slideshow.
A Renovated Islay Echo Briefs Miniature Horse 4-H Park for Duntroon
Bill Martens Photo
Delivered in Style Everyone curled in their costumes at the Creemore Curling Club’s annual Hot Shots party last weekend, but no one demonstrated a better textbook delivery than Gord Fuller wearing a hula skirt – and not much else! For more pictures, including the curling and costume winners, see page 10.
by Brad Holden Duntroon’s Islay Park will get a substantial facelift this summer, especially if Clearview Township and a group of community fundraisers have their way. Nottawasaga Hall Board chair Jim Campbell is heading up the community effort to upgrade the park, and on Monday night he brought Clearview Council up to date on the work that’s been done to date by residents and Township staff. Islay Park, situated to the south and west of the Nottawasaga Hall, was established in 1934 as part of Duntroon’s 100th anniversary celebrations. This year, the park will turn 75 and the community will turn 175. For many years, and as recently as the mid-1990s, the park was home to a thriving baseball league. Both Mayor Ken Ferguson and Councillor Orville Brown offered their memories of the park after Campbell’s presentation. (See “Duntroon’s” on page 5)
The Georgian Triangle Miniature Horse 4-H Club began its second year of operation with a meeting in March. The group elected an executive, but is still looking to welcome new members. If you want more information or are interested in joining, contact Gloria White at 428-2305.
Earth Hour Results According to Collus Power, the load for Clearview Township dropped 10.36 per cent during last Saturday’s Earth Hour compared to the previous Saturday at the same time. In Stayner, the load dropped 9.91 per cent and in Creemore, the load dropped 11.42 per cent. Provincially, the load dropped about 6 per cent during the hour.
Hometown Hero Every week Barrie’s country music station KICX 106 recognizes someone in the area as a “hometown hero,” and this week’s honouree is Bob Ransier. You can read more at www.kicx106.com.
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