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Fourth Summerfest expands to the street BY WAYNE CAMPBELL
for the VOICE Summerfest 2014 this weekend will be bigger and better than ever. At least, that is the goal of the Pelham Summerfest committee and the town’s recreation, culture and wellness department, who stage the event. Ward 2 Coun. Gary Accursi, who sits on the committee, told town council last week “the response from our community sponsors has been amazing. New sponsors have come on board and Niagara Roller Girls rock on their rollerblades. Formed in 2011, the team has grown into an underground phenomenon. It began with a few women trying to bring the fast-paced roller sport to the area. Soon it turned into well-supported organization for all ages. Spectators lined up outside the Bill Burgoyne arena Saturday night for a chance to see family, friends and strangers compete bang around on quad roller skates in pads and a helmet.
The women then hit the track – some in war paint – sporting clever derby nicknames. For two minute bursts, they begin to move the pile, while one lead skater makes her way around the track. “Jammers”, “blockers” and the “pivot” play roles, each strategically planned by the teammates, in securing the win. Saturday’s match saw the Seaway Sirens take on the Vineyard Vixens, something that happens almost once a month in Niagara. The competitors shoved one an-
other around while balancing on wheels. When they fall, smiles go around from skaters who love every aspect of roller derby. Fonthill resident Stephanie Jones started skating with the launch of Niagara Roller Girls. “We were all beginners so it was more about teaching us to skate as first,” Jones said. “That brought a great sense of togetherness, as everyone was starting from scratch.” Roller Derby (See Page 2)
old ones have returned.” The sponsors, he said, make Summerfest work and deserve the public’s patronage. “Through their support, we are able to deliver a Summerfest that everyone can come and enjoy regardless of their financial position in life.” He reminded councillors Summerfest began as a way to celebrate the end of a reconstruction of Pelham Street. The party was intended to bring residents back to downtown Fonthill after months of frustration Summerfest (See Page 2)
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Summerfest (from Page 1) over road work and poor access to downtown businesses. Since then, the one-day event has expanded to four days. It has turned into a homecoming weekend and a regional attraction. “Pelham Summerfest began as a celebration of the completion of Pelham St. and a celebration of an active lifestyle but it has grown into a celebration of all that make Pelham a great place to live, to shop and to grow,” said Accursi. Summerfest opens Thursday evening with a tribute to the Bee Gees band as part of the Fonthill Bandshell summer concert series. It includes the Pelham Farmers Market, beer and wine garden, and Art in the Park in Peace Park. Summerfest continues Friday evening with a new feature, live country music. The beer and wine garden will move under the Arches. Outdoor patios with plenty of retail vendors add to the atmo-
sphere. Along with Art in the Park, Friday will include Teen Movie Night in Peace Park. Saturday remains the highlight day from 10 a.m. to midnight with live music on two stages, beer garden, patios, retail vendors and art in the park. A kids zone and active zone will run from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. On Sunday morning pancakes will be served in Peace Park starting at 9 a.m. to the sounds to blues music while visitors stroll through Art in the Park. A new Sunday feature is a Kids Zone along with a family walk and ride. This year Summerfest committee has added more shuttles to parking areas and Fenwick along with a bike valet and taxi service for partiers who need a ride home. Accursi called it “four days of free family fun” for Pelham and the Niagara community.
Roller Derby (from Page 1) Roller Derby has a long history. It boomed before 1970 on roller rinks around North America before fading out because of an increase interest in televised competition. However, it was the big screen that again popularized the sport in the 2009 movie “Whip It”. Soon after, leagues reappeared around the globe. Jones, an actor who will leave Niagara to teach at the Neighborhood Playhouse in New York, plans to continue racing once she’s settled there. The second-coming of the sport does not surprise her. Roller derby generates excitement and adrenaline.
“It’s all about speed and strategy. I like to think it’s something like rugby on wheels.” The full-contact league continues to grow as it welcome newcomers. A diverse group of competitors offer an experience that result in an hour of fun. “Getting the chance to race against those you’ve grown learning the sport with is nothing but fun. “It can be competitive, but in the end, we’re all aiming to have fun during the race.” The next race is on Aug. 8 at the Bill Burgoyne arena in St. Catharines. For more information, visit www.niagararollergirls.com.
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Many comments over multi-residential project You would have thought a rezoning for a multi-million-dollar residential, commercial and public land complex in East Fonthill would draw comment. It was, however, a proposed rezoning of a single family home at 809 Foss Road to multi-residential for a duplex that drew a full house to town hall Monday. Residents of Martha Court, behind the property, objected to the proposed change during a series of public meetings. The meetings were held by town council under the Ontario Planning Act to listen to comments from the public. Council will make decisions at future council meetings following reports by staff, which would include the input. Other short public meetings Monday concerned changes in setbacks for a cul de sac in Ryan’s Grove near Quaker Road in Fonthill, and a severance of a house and rezoning of land to agriculture at 380 Cream Street as well as zoning changes for a medical centre, public use, and, commercial and residential development in north end of East Fonthill. Speaker after speaker Monday said they were concerned about that a rezoning of the Foss Road property west of Church Street to multi-residential could lead to an apartment building. They worried about declining property values, loss of a spruce-tree line that is a wind break and ecological feature, and an influx of low-income rental neighbours. They feared this was the beginning of a series of rezonings to multi-residential properties that would undermine the rural character of Fenwick. The property owner said she was just interested in replacing an old building with a nice semi-detached building for sale to families. Neighbours of a proposed 12-lot cul de sac in Ryan’s Grove objected to a decreased set-back request. They said it would crowd their property lines. They worried about whether the new houses would be two storey in the already tight neighbourhood. Property owner Rob Lucchetta said he couldn’t say for sure what the homes would look like but he expected they would be bungalows aimed at an empty-nesters’ market. He sought the setback decrease to increase the size of the homes to allow for double garages. Ward 3 Coun. John Durley said the development was controversial from the start and he sympathized with the property owners. He hoped this would not add to the controversy. No one commented on the rezoning of a Cream Street property back to agricultural after a severance of a farm house. The town’s proposed rezoning of East Fonthill land at Highway 20 and Rice Road on drew two comments. A Welland resident talked about birds and bees as he warned of the long-term effects of changing farmland to development. The owner of a Station Street property wondered when decisions would be made that would actually affect his property. He hoped if he would be around to see it. Mayor Dave Augustyn said there has been a lot of discussion about East Fonthill already through many meetings in the past. It was probably the reason there was little comment at this meeting.
Fenwick beautification gets under way Ward 1 Coun. Richard Rybiak suggested old school communications to announce road work in downtown Fenwick. When he was told information will be posted on the town’s website, he said it should also be posted on a door in central Fenwick . “Many people don’t have access to the Internet” in the rural community, Rybiak said. Posting it in the post office would reach as many people as possible. Work will begin on a dewatering phase (lowering the water table through drilling and pumping) to prepare for new piping. The underground work is expected to take about 40 days. The downtown beautification project may be done by October.
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There were three gyms and sports were extremely important. We played basketball, football, track and field, volleyball both between classes and against other schools. The Tribune Tournament was a highlight of our year and many of us went to Welland High or Notre Dame to cheer for our Pelham Panthers. During the mid to late 1950s, there were more than 1,400 students in the school. As the baby boomers began to hit high school, Pelham High was stretched to its limits. In 1958 Thorold Fonthill High School was built and this took the kids from Fonthill, Thorold and Welland away. Then in 1963 E.L. Crossley was ready and Pelham High was left with only a few hundred. Dr. E.L. Crossley was principal of all three schools. In 1974 “the powers that were” decided to close Pelham High; even after a valiant fight by students, teachers and residents of Fenwick to keep it open. The school was bought and turned into a private school for International students. A group of former students thought it would be a grand idea to hold a Reunion. So, in 1984 the first Pelham Reunion was held at the school. It was the only Reunion we had there and they allowed us to have all the gyms, the old part and two other classrooms on the main floor. Over 4,000 people came and needless to say, it was a resounding success. Some people had not seen each other for 50 years!
The committee believed this would be a one-time event as the school became apartments and “how could we equal that first Reunion”. But, people kept asking for another and we had such a good time that we decided to hold more. From 4,000 people in 1984 to 365 in 2012: our numbers keep falling. It has been 40 years since Pelham High closed and so we are having another. Please, if you were a student, staff or support staff member mark Saturday, Sept. 27 as Reunion day. We will meet at Lipa Park, Oille Road, North Pelham from 1-5 p.m. If you have not received an email or phone call from us, please email pelhamhighreunion8@gmail.com or call 905-892-7090.
Pelham High reunites in September BY VILMA MORETTI
for the VOICE Two scholarships presented at the recent E.L. Crossley Secondary School graduation are the latest benefits from a Pelham District High School 1984 reunion legacy. Congratulations to Bayley Kohl, going to Fanshaw College to study business, and Courtney Steingart, a Guelph University a mechanical engineering student. We couldn’t believe we would have money left after our first reunion. From it we set up a scholarship fund. So far $42,000 has been given to Crossley students pursuing their post secondary education. All of us from Pelham High are proud to have helped so many young people on to achieve their dreams. Former Pelham High students will hold reunion this year to mark 40 years since the school closed. It will be held on Saturday, Sept. 27, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Lipa Park, Oille Road, North Pelham. From 1928 to 1958 Fenwick was home to the only high school in the area — Pelham Continuation, laterSecondary, then District High School. Students came from a Lowbanks, Wainfleet, West Lincoln, Thorold, Welland, Fonthill, Ridgeville. The school had a greenhouse, metal, automotive and woodworking shops, commercial and business classes and academic studies. They included Latin, French, English composition and literature, algebra, physics, chemistry to ready students for university or college.
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Since I fear this will actually become an election issue I will respond once more. Yes, I am aware that domesticated animals cause a great deal of damage to wildlife in the world. Another major cause of damage to wildlife is development. Not to long ago Phyllis, where you are sitting right now reading this, there was a soccer field. I remember hearing the children playing and laughing as they ran about. At night we’d be visited by raccoons, possums and other wildlife. Now nothing. All of those animals have moved on. Some we weren’t sad to see leave, namely the skunks, but others we enjoyed watching, and even named them as they visited regularly. When wildlife is forced out of an area it has to move into an area that already has a population. They then need to compete for food and shelter with the interloper usually being the one on the end of the losing stick. In others words dead. Now we don’t hear the “screams of the suffering birds and chipmunks as their throats are being torn out” as you so graphically described it, but dead is still dead. If we are going to start forcing people to keep their pets indoors to protect wildlife I feel we should tackle the whole issue. Pelham is a booming community that always seems to be growing. Perhaps it’s gotten big enough. To protect the indigenous wildlife maybe we should put a halt to all new construction building permits. I’m sitting here wondering what wildlife uses the huge lot the city owns on Hwy. 20 and Rice Road. I’m sure deer and another animals regularly move thru that area. I wonder where they will go once that area
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is developed. Now to Brian. Please do not accuse of us of being negligent pet owners. I am not going to go through the list of ways we care for our cats. They are loved, well taken care and some say spoiled cats. We do feel that cats should be allowed outside during daylight hours. They get exercise, fresh air, and sunlight. But, all of our pets are in at sunset and we can regularly be seen calling Brie in around that time. I agree with you about the cat posters regularly posted around town and the fate of those cats. That is why we are fastidious about our cats having a curfew. When the street lights come on you have to come home. Now you mentioned Brie isn’t the neighborhoods pet. I have to disagree here. While we do own her as much as anybody can, she regularly visits several people in the area. They love her, invite her into their homes and I would hazard to guess feed her. Come winter she finds her spot in front of our fireplace but once spring arrives she is out and about. She has been this was since we got her from the Welland Humane Society some years ago. I know she might be infringing on others rights and property but I ask that they be a little forgiving. If she bothers you a hose will usually persuade her to move on. She’ll get the message. Not to worry, I won’t apply the same treatment with all the dogs that use my yard to relieve themselves. It would appear that I am a bit more tolerant. Sean and Anita Maloney, Pelham
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Wow the power of one cat to enrage citizens enough to make them actually put pen to paper. The cat took out a family of cardinals which caused letter writers to immediately step up to the plate. But people, where oh where, are your outstanding wildlife concerns for those innocent victims living now in Fonthill East, Wainfleet and West Lincoln? Myriad trees which are home to not just cardinals but many, many birds will be mowed down, slow moving creatures will be ploughed under and others killed outright and all confused and upset. Apparently, that is okay it seems because it is all in the name of progress. Soon industrial mammoth wind turbines will set ugly ribbon paths through beautiful, quiet, scenic countryside of your neighbouring municipalities like West
Lincoln and Wainfleet. The developers do not even know what these giants are capable of doing to wildlife or people’s health, and there have been many documented cases of winged creatures bats and birds being shredded alive in the monster blades. Hundreds of wildlife, which today quietly go about their lives, soon to be torn apart forever in the name of money and greed and so called progress. Does the cat not now look like a misdemeanor? Unfortunately the cardinal family is gone, but please redirect your energies and make a sincere effort to somehow stop the madness before we all lose and the wildlife lose countless lives. Faye Suthons, Wainfleet
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Pelham council has given themselves too much credit. They did not make the decision to build a community centre on publicly owned land in Fonthill East. A previous council made that decision 10 years ago, when they purchased that land at Rice Road and Highway 20. What the current council has done is start the process to move out of the present arena. They have done so by justifying not twinning the arena as was intended when it was built 40 years ago. They plan build a new arena with the intention to twin in the future, with no more assurance now that it will happen, than the builders had 40 years ago, that the present arena would be twinned. As the population within the Town of Pelham ages, the town has become a senior citizens residence area, where an arena is not needed, as seniors tend not to play hockey. They would probably be better justified to be building a curling rink, than a hockey rink, to accommodate a greater number of residents. They would also tend to be the ones whom are actually paying the taxes. Because of the high cost to enroll a child in hockey, it is starting to fall out of favour as the sport of choice for many parents, they just cannot afford to equip two or three children and pay to have them on teams. Hockey has become a sport for the well to do or for those who are less financially fortunate who are able secure a sponsor, like a grandparent, or the help of community aid. Hockey is not a God given right; it has become a sport for the well to do and the underprivileged. A community centre, by definition, does not necessarily, but could, include an arena. If 1500 people in the community of 18,000 use an arena, (which is less than 10% of the people), it is not enough users to justify building a facility worth 15+ millions of dollars. At best you would get 1500 users of a rink A facility built for $15,000,000 (a conservative estimate) paid for over 20 years works out to a cost $500 per user per year, and that does not include any interest payments. Do the citizens of this community want to subsidize 1500 (users) times $500 (each, per year) times 20 years equals $15,000,000 with their taxes? I know that I don’t. The Art Festival, and the Kinsmen Home Show both do not need an arena, they need space. This can be provided cheaper than an arena, and a hall can be built any size, not restricted to arena size. It is my opinion that the Community should not be in the arena business. That should be left to private enterprise, like gyms, golf courses and other recreational facilities that are, or at least looking to partner with other communities or private partners to help build any facility that includes an arena. David R. Emmons, Pelham
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Mudfest Challenge
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Bigger, better, muddier. And some say, tougher, but only as tough as you want it to be. The Rotary Club of Fonthill is looking for a few hundred filthy-minded people to come play in the mud with them on Sept. 6, as they present the official Pelham Mudfest Challenge. The challenge is a five-kilometre fun-run obstacle course throughout the rolling hills of Bissell’s Hideaway Resort, off Metler Road in Ridgeville. “We had nearly 200 people come and try the May 3 Mudfest, and we’re so grateful that they did. Now we have plenty of great feedback to make our September event even better,” notes Frank Adamson, event chairman. The club hopes to attract as many as 500 or more mudders. Plans include more food options, a slightly longer course, and more muddy obstacles. The special event insurance coverage for Sept. 6 also allows for the age limit to be adjusted to 15, from the previous 18 years of age. Teamwork is still desired for this event, as mudders will be encouraged to work together to get over, under, around and through the obstacles, which include such items as a mudslide, tires, climbers and culverts. Adamson says that once the mudders get, well, muddy, they will have a chance to shower and then be fed and entertained by a live DJ and a live band. There will be a licensed area serving wine and beer as well. The whole effort is the first of its kind in Pelham, created by the Rotary Club of Fonthill as a fundraiser for Pelham Cares’ Home for Good Capital Campaign. The non-profit social agency recently moved into a permanent home – after a 30-year search! – and has been running a capital campaign to help bring down the mortgage costs and build long-term sustainability. The entrance fee for the Pelham Mudfest Challenge is $75 per person. Participants will receive a T-shirt, lunch, drinks, entertainment, and a chance at some fun prizes. In fact, those who collect pledges above the entry free will have their name entered in a draw. Last event’s winner earned a two-night stay in a deluxe cabin at Bissell’s! Rotarians are putting together the final details for the event, and are seeking sponsors for the obstacles, to help offset the up-front costs. Those interested in volunteering on the day of the event can send an email to info@pelhamcares.org. Those interested in sponsorship opportunities can contact Adamson at 905-8920200. For more information, including a FAQ section and a link to coverage of the May event, visit www.pelhammudfest.ca.
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Council appoints Regional Clerk Fenwick business in a ‘golden’ location Niagara Region announced the appointment of Ralph Walton to the position of Regional Clerk. He will join the Region Aug. 18. “Ralph is a proven leader in working collaboratively with elected officials, staff and residents in support of effective public decision-making,” said Regional Chair Gary Burroughs. “His experience and strong record of performance at both the provincial and municipal levels will be a very valuable asset to the Region.” Walton comes to Niagara from the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing where, as Director of the Local Government Policy Branch, he is responsible for developing municipal policy and legislation. His experience includes a number of senior positions in the Clerk’s Departments at the former Metropolitan Toronto and the Town of Whitby. He brings to the role expertise in policy development and operations, exceptional customer service skills and a thorough understanding of inter-governmental relationships. He has extensive experience in public consultation and strategic communications and has led numerous planning and organizational change projects. “I am very excited about the opportunity to return to my municipal roots and to work with the Council, staff and residents of Niagara,” said Walton. The Regional Clerk is a statutory officer, appointed by Regional Council, who provides administrative, legislative and clerical support to Council and the corporation. “Ralph will be a key player in helping us to work as one team and advance Council’s strategic and policy directions. He is a tremendous asset to our organization and we welcome him to Niagara,” said Niagara Region CAO Harry Schlange.
Lisa Kouretsos knows Fenwick. The owner of Golden Grill has been a big part of the community, after purchasing the Green Lantern in 1999, and likes the direction the village is headed. With longer summer hours and construction set to revamp downtown, business has never been better for Kouretsos. “I’m excited about (the Fenwick Revitalization Project). I think it’ll draw more people to Fenwick once the mess has died down,” she said. The Fenwick Revitalization Project includes burying of hydro lines, storm-sewer improvements and overall improvement in appearance, including roadways and parking lots. Something similar to the changes Kouretsos made when creating her business in town. “We just learned by making the best of what we had.” Renovations also took place inside the Golden Grill, which led to new growth this summer with the implementation of an ice cream bar run by her kids. “We made a smaller version of our menu with the ice cream. Each of my son’s put on unique specials featuring their own creation. I just did stuff that was easy for them to do and the response has been great. I’ve never been more proud of my children.” Kouretsos credits the strong local support for such a successful experience. “I want to be proud out of what I put out there,” she said. “We didn’t think when we bought this place that it would be a big deal. When I first opened I thought it would be just me cooking in the kitchen. I had no idea I’d need so much space as the community has been so supportive. It’s been the perfect fit.” Business at the Golden Grill will carry on per usual and offer a niche family-oriented experience during construction season in Fenwick.
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Thorold-Fonthill High School alumni are raising money to restore a 1967 Centennial monument in front of Glynn A. Green Public School. It contains a time capsule placed in it for during the Canadian Centennial year when the school was Thorold-Fonthill High School. It will be opened in 2067. The fundraising goal is $15,000 to complete the restoration. To contribute online to the project visit the website, www.dsbn.org/schoolday. Complete the online registration process. Then scroll down in the “Products and Services” section to access the TFHS Time Capsule link. A website address published earlier by The Voice was incorrect. For more information about the TFHS capsule project email HYPERLINK “mailto: tfhs@cogeco.ca” tfhs@cogeco.ca. The restored monument would become a permanent reminder of the high school. Jon Jouppien, a former student and now heritage resource consultant said the restored five-point Centennial maple leaf would become a piece of sculptured landscape art. It will stand in front of Glynn A. Green facing Pelham Street. TFHS operated from 1958 to 1970. The school building then became Fonthill Senior Public School and later Glynn A. Green Public School.
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Other cash credits available on most models. See dealer for details. */â–ź/♌/♌♌/***Freight & PDI, ($1,695/$1,695/$1,600/$1,600), registration, air and tire levies and OMVIC fees included. Insurance, licence, PPSA, dealer fees and applicable taxes not included. Offers apply as indicated to 2014 new or demonstrator models of the vehicle equipped as described. Offers apply to qualified retail customers in the Ontario BuickGMC Dealer Marketing Association area only (including Outaouais). Dealers are free to set individual prices. Quantities limited; dealer order or trade may be required. Limited time offers which may not be combined with other offers. GMCL may modify, extend or terminate offers, in whole or in part, at any time without notice. Conditions and limitations apply. See dealer for details. ††2014 Sierra 1500 SLT Double Cab 4WD with GAT, MSRP with freight, PDI & levies: $52,599. 2014 Acadia SLT, MSRP with freight, PDI & levies: $46,639. 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This offer may not be redeemed for cash and may not be combined with certain other consumer incentives available on GM vehicles. General Motors of Canada Limited reserves the right to amend or terminate this offer, in whole or in part, at any time without prior notice. Additional conditions and limitations apply. See dealer for details.or a $2,000 Bonus credit towards the lease, purchase or finance of an eligible 2013/2014 Cadillac model delivered during the Program Period. Only one (1) credit may be applied per eligible vehicle sale. Offer is transferable to a family member living in the same household (proof of address required). This offer may not be redeemed for cash and may not be combined with certain other consumer incentives available on GM vehicles. The $1,000/$2,000 credit includes HST/GST/QST/PST as applicable by province. As part of the transaction, dealer will request current vehicle registration and/or insurance to prove ownership for the previous consecutive six months. GMCL reserves the right to amend or terminate this offer, in whole or in part, at any time without prior notice. Void where prohibited by law. Additional conditions and limitations apply. See your GM dealer for details. ∞0% purchase financing offered on approved credit by TD Auto Finance Services, Scotiabank or RBC Royal Bank for up to 60 months on an eligible new or demonstrator 2014 GMC Terrain. Terms vary by model. Rates from other lenders will vary. Down payment, trade and/or security deposit may be required. Monthly payment and cost of borrowing will vary depending on amount borrowed and down payment/trade. Example: 2014 GMC Terrain SLE-2 MSRP including freight, PDI & levies is $29,423 at 0% APR, the monthly payment is $490.38 for 60 months. Cost of borrowing is $0. Total obligation is $29,423, plus applicable taxes. Offer is unconditionally interest-free. Licence, insurance, registration, PPSA, applicable taxes and dealer fees not included. 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At our meeting last Monday, Council heard again from LeisurePlan International (the firm the Town hired last summer to develop recreational facilities market analysis, business case study, and facilities review), this time about the condition of the existing Pelham arena and options for its future use. LeisurePlan had Aecom Engineering review the dire conditions of the facility. Their major findings: without proper weather protection for nearly 40 years, the concrete block, curtain walls have substantially deteriorated and need replacing; although the Town coated it a few years ago, the roof now needs full replacement; electrical systems are reaching the end of their useful life; fire system is deficient – it should be at least two-zones, some fire exits are deficient; heating systems for bleachers are starting to fail; concrete ice-pad is in good condition, while flooring is in poor-to-fair condition; all public use areas – from change rooms, to washrooms, to canteen, to entrances, to the upstairs hall – aren’t accessible and don’t meet current building code; ice plant is well maintained, but uses a CFC refrigeration system, which is disallowed for new facilities and is being phased-out. Aecom projected that the Town could spend $2.5 million to just bring existing facility to a standard where it could be used, as-is, for another 5 to 10 years.
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After spending this, the Town would still have a deficient and inaccessible facility (with no improvements to public areas or the ice plant). In addition, the Town would likely face substantial additional costs in 5 - 10 years as other systems fail. LeisurePlan suggested that Council would need to make a strategic decision very soon about “when is the best time to replace this facility.” I asked about the suggestion that some have made for retrofitting the existing structure and adding-on either another ice pad and / or community centre features. LeisurePlan responded that to retrofit the existing building the Town would have to tear-out so much of the facility that all we would be left with would be a concrete ice-pad and nearly 40 year-old structural-steel “bones.” In fact, LeisurePlan suggested that alternative private or public uses that might need a clear-span would first have to replace the roof, the cladding, and all user interfaces. These are unlikely options. Finally, LeisurePlan suggested that Haist Street is not an ideal location for a multi-faceted community centre because there may not have enough land and it would not be compatible with the existing neighbourhood. Based on this report, on the other LeisurePlan findings, and on imminent developments, Council unanimously decided to begin the design for a potential multi-faceted community centre on the Town-owned lands in the East Fonthill area.
You may contact Mayor Dave at mayordave@pelham.ca or read past columns atwww.pelhammayordave.blogspot.com.
Elizabeth Abraham knows the challenge of raising kids. The mother of three has had a first-hand experience in what it takes to raise a child and knows the financial challenges that come with it. That’s why she’s launching a diaper drive, in partnership with Pelham Cares, for mothers in town. “Having young kids myself, I saw how much diapers you go through in such a short time period,” Abraham said. “Many people have leftover diapers, whether the size was too small or kids are older, so it made sense to collect them and give the extra ones to people who need them.” Pelham Cares told her the need for newborn diapers were evident with many in the community forgetting about the not-so-appealing topic. “Nobody should have to choose between buying diapers and buying food, especially at such an overwhelming point of your life, so I’m hoping we can ease the trouble of some first-time parents in the community.” According to BabyCentre.ca, the average cost of diapers per month is $72. Add that with the cost of clothing, baby formula and other necessities when raising an infant, it remains an overlooked price gauge when starting a family. “Every little bit can help and it’s going to family’s in the community. Residents can drop off donations to Pelham Cares located along Hwy. 20 or contact Abraham to pick them up. For more information or for donations, contact diapers4pelham@hotmail.com.
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Lion Gaby Malcolm , Tillsonburg Lions, Lea Ruhnau, youth exchange student from Werne Germany, Past Lion Chief Harry, Lion Henry Mathanga, District 412 Governor Lion Jean Mathanga from Malawi, Africa and Lion Dwayne Malcolm, Tillsonburg Lions enjoy the Fabulous Fenwick Fish Fry. Stephen Dyell/Voice Photo
International guests visit Fenwick The Fabulous Fenwick Lions brought in some international taste testers Thursday night. Club members from Germany and Africa were in town after taking part in the Lions Convention, held in Toronto, which brought in over 20,000 people from across the globe. “It was great to see all the people dressed in every different colour to represent their country,” exchange student Lea Ruhnau said of the Lion’s parade. Ruhnau has been staying with Al Beamer and his family in Fenwick for the last few weeks. She’s done the southern Ontario tourist experience and will be camping in St. Catharines, before exploring more of Canada when her family comes over from Germany. Jean Mathanga, who was just named the District Governor in Malawi, says she’s enjoyed her visit thus far. “This is my first time in Canada and it has been an
amazing experience. We went up north and absolutely loved it in the forest. It was so quiet and peaceful.” Beamer says Lions are having another great year in terms of fish sales. “Every two weeks we sell between 200-300 pounds of fish which has been great.” The continued support helps the cooks get through the warm summer afternoons. With hundreds still flocking to Centennial Park every two weeks, the results are nothing but positive. “We see the same faces each time with a mix of new faces which keeps us motivated to continue the fish fry,” he said. “Everything we get heads right back into the community so it’s a win-win for the Lions and the town of Pelham.” The next fish fry will be on July 25 at 4 p.m. For more information visit www.fabulousfenwicklions.org.
Pair of wins in busy week for Giants
The action kept coming for the Giant Tiger peewee Giants with 3 games played last week. The two were an away and home series with the Welland Indians. The Giants took an early lead in the opener and held on for an 8-3 win. Ben Mann was a rock star on the mound, pitching 8 strike outs in 3 innings. Tristan Barnhart added 4 more strikeout turns in the final 2 innings. A tagout by shortstop Dan Durkin and an out at 1st base from Evan Kernaghan closed the door. On the offense, Jaimes Nero lead off with a single and stole his way all the way to home plate, Durkin’s two run shot brought in Devin Stukel and Kernaghan, Davyn LaFleur slugged a double into centrefield. Back in Pelham, the Giants found themselves in an early hole, despite a home run shot from Durkin. Kernaghan was busy at first base gloving a fly out, catching a nice throw from shortstop Evan Howie, and, with 2nd baseman Josh Pennacchietti, trapping a runner for another out. For the offence, Ayden Janas unloaded with an RBI double into the outfield and Durkin stole home in dramatic fashion. But, the Giants weren’t able to take advantage and ceded a 12-9 defeat. The next night, the Giants were off to Port Colborne where Nero dominated the Port Colborne team on the mound pitching 3 strikeouts in the 1st inning. Tristan Barnhart, LaFleur, and Nero hit singles. LaFleur pulled off a nice steal of home in the top of the 2nd inning then denied the same to a Port Colborne player in the bottom with a successful tagout at the plate. LaFleur made a nice throw from 3rd base to 1st for an out, Janas celebrated his birthday with an RBI triple and a win.
Residents who created a neighbourhood speed calming strategy remain irritated by the process. Alfred Rampado angrily told town councillors last week the yearlong series of meetings to come up with community safety zones, pavement markings, bicycle lanes and pedestrian awareness measures was frustrating. “The process is a great turnoff,” he said. “It discourages residents to get involved. It is just too time consuming.” The town formed neighbourhood committees in the Pancake Lane and Haist Street areas as well as on Haist Street north of Regional Road 20. “Speed needs to be addressed,” said Rampado. He called the measures reached a minimum. He questioned how their effect would be measured. Chief administrative officer Darren Ottaway later in the meeting told councillors staff will change the way the neighbourhood committees work. “Taking a year to come up with traffic calming measures is unacceptable,” he said. “It should be a way to get the community involved.” Ward 2 Coun. Gary Accursi said if it is not straightened out it could lead to guerrilla urbanism with residents using their own methods. Mayor Dave Augustyn said the town has recent examples of solving contentious issues such as Thursday night parking. They can be applied for quicker solutions, he said.
Rotary golf tournament aids women’s wellness What do you get when you mix one of the best golf tournament prices in town with one of Niagara’s most prestigious courses (ranked #14 in Golfweek’s Top 40 Best Canadian Classic Golf Courses)? You get the Rotary Club of Fonthill’s annual golf tournament, being held this year on Monday, July 28, once again at the amazing Lookout Point Country Club. The proceeds from this year’s tournament have been earmarked for several women’s wellness initiatives, all in the Niagara Region. With the price held once more at $180 per golfer, the fee includes 18 holes of golf, cart, lunch, dinner, a gift to all golfers, as well as the opportunity to win some great prizes. Lookout Point has also been home for more than 20 years to this annual golf tournament, which has raised thousands of dollars over the years for many projects, both locally and internationally, including the Riehl Skate Park locally, and the eradication efforts against polio on an international scale.
For more information, contact a member of the Rotary Club of Fonthill, send an email to fonthillrotary@cogeco.ca, or to rotary@ubkool.com.
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