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PAG 2WIMY-EPRE8S WDii8ýY O~2,90 Region keeps blue box program FROM PAGE1 glassjars or containers.) Brunelle said that while the recyciing centre is to be commen- ded for implementing the blue box program in Durhamn, "it's probabiy for the best thati - come under Region control." Brunelle doubts that given its existing operation, the centre was capable of meeting Dur- ham's future waste management needs.'. He points out that Durham must reduce the anount of waste now going into landfil Sites by 25 per cent in 1992. 25ere's no room to ex and and they were running tree shifts.We'il 1have to invest mil- lionstin expansion and equip- ment." Some of Durham's eight-mem- ber municipalities have already agreed to contract-out the blue box collection. to a private opera- tor. A staff report recommending that Whitby articipate in a joint contract wit1 other municipali- ties came before Town council's operationR committeelast week. B ui the report was tabled pendingfurther changes by staff. Brunelle said the committee was waiting until the Region had made its decision. He predicted that Whitby will .likely go along with the other municipalities. "Collecting garbage is a res- ponsibility of t he local municipa- lities but as we move through the year we should be developing> a new relationship between the Town and Region, said Brunelle. He said that as more and more waste is diverted from landfill sites and sold for recycling, the term "garbage» will take on a new meaning. - "It won't be garbage, it will be a resource. Who benefits from it is one thing that has to be worked out.» Brunelle was uncertain how many recycling centre employees. will be hired b the Region. He expected that those empioyed in the processing end Of te operation wili, likely, be retained and was optimistic that workers in the coiiecting end will find jobs. b ope the others are hired by the contractor. I talked to two contractors and they both said it. is in their interest to use the existing people. "I wouldn't be a bit surprised to see most retained by the successful contractor, but no one' can guarantee jobs at this point." The fate of the 100 employees is causing concern for Gerr7 Emm, chairman of the centre s volunteer board of directors. "I'm pleased the Region came to a decision to take it over even though we do an excellent job and belowbudget,» said Emm. "But nothing was said about the employees, not everyone will Whitby to contract out blue box collection be taken over by the Region." Emm said meetings are to be held between the Region and the workers' union to discuss their situation. *"Hopefrullyr, ail employees wili .be taken in," said Emm. *(The Region's personnel com- missioner e Stevens was to meet with officials of the Cana- dian Union of Public Employees this week.) Emm said the board of direc- tors must now decide what will happen to the non-profit organi- zation. He said interest has been expressed in forming an «action group" to monitor Durham's pro- gress in the recyciing field. "Aot of peope want us tobe stronger on, the issue," said .Emm. But before that occurs, Brunelle, for one, believes Emm and the board must account for their actions in closing the centre. "I'm not pleased about it, he put everyone in a hell of a position having to scramble to sort this out," said Brunelle. "There's been no good expiana- tion for it, I've yet to hear a rational explanation." But Brunelle was not surpr- ised by the way the c:osing came about. "In the past when they've had pro4lems tliey galied a presls conféence," sn n o munica- "There's been no communica- tion from Durham Rec cling to the committee and staf. There's th reasoftfor what was done, a numberof steps could have been taken that were not.» Emm, however, requested per- mission to address council and answer all questions pertaining to the closing. "I sent a letter to council and I guess the chose not -to invite me. I ma e m self available but they chose o go in-ca4ra (closed session) and kick it around for two hours.» Mes.sage FROM PAGE 1 ing at reaching the people more through live performances, and producing their own work. "I think there's a reai avenue -opening up. People start listen- ing to what they want to listen to. They are highly selective. We want to get the tehnoogy in the house and move to a real grass- , roots level. The concept is really exciting -, Quality recordings at- By Mike Kowalski Whitby residents can continue using their blue boxes. Town council Monday voted to participate in a joint contract with other Durham Region muni- ci alities for continued operation o theiblue box recycing pro- gram. Whitby will join other munici- palities in hiring a private con- tractor to collect the blue boxes now that Durham Region has assumed responsibility for the pro am. (See separate story.) hou the move was later attacked y both councillor Tom Edwards and an official of the Canadian Union of Public Emploees (CUPE), council's decision passed with little discus- sion. Edwards istakenly voted for the recommendation instead of against it, and after realizing his error as prevented by Mayor Bb matterey from speaking on the tmatter., Edwards later attributed his mistake to being preoccupied with the asbestos problem. (See separate story.) In fact, the only sparks that flew during the meeting occurred when CUPE officiai John Cherry was denied permission t address council. Cherry's union represents about 70 Durham Recycling Centre employees facing a layoff when the centre closes next month. Since Cherry had not spoken on the matter whenit first surfa- ced at last week's operations committee meeting, council rules required that at least two -thirds of council vote in favor before he could speak. With only five of the eight- member council in favor, Cherry was refused permission. Cherry to"d reporters later he was not "overly upset" about bein denied a forum. "ick n w the procedure, I wasn't able to put anything in writing, I can accept that," said Cherry. "I'm in good company, he added, "the CAW was also rejec- ted by this council.» (Two weeks ago council refused to hear from a Canadian Auto Workers official during discus- sion of the Whitby Transit ten- der.) However, Cherry was not pleased, with council's decision concerning the blue box program. "I would have liked to have seen a motion passed that Whitby demands the Region take over recycling in its entirety," said Cherry. "If each local municipality endorsed our position it would go to the Region and pass." While Durham Region wiii fund the blue box program until Dec. 31, 1991, local municipali- ties are responsible for the colle'c- tion. SEEPAGE 23 R EGIONAL MUNICIPALITY DURHAM OF DURHAM PUBLIC MEETING OF REGIONAL PLANNING COMMITTEE GREATER TORONTO REGION URBAN STRUCTURE CONCEPTS STUDY The Regional Planning Committeeis holding a public meeting to hear apresentation respecting the Greater Toronto Area Urban Structure Concepts Study on October 30, 1990 at 11:00 a.m. atthe address indicated below. The presentation will be made by staff from the Office of the Greater Toronto Area. The Study represents a Provincial initiative dealing with overall growth and of the Greater Toronto Area, which consists of the Regions of Durham, York, and Metropolitan Toronto. The purpose of the Study was to develop three urban structure concepts for the Greater Toronto Area and provide requireients and capital costs. development Halton, Peel, and compare infrastructure This public meeting is being held as part of the Review of the Durham Regional Official Plan and the public is invited to attend and participate. Further information may be obtained by contacting the Planning Department at (416) 728-7731 or (416) 686-1651 (Toronto line). Durham Region Planning Department 1615 Dundas Street East 4th Floor Lang Tower, West Building Whitby, Ontario Marie Hubbard c. Phârman: Plannina -COMMitee Dr. M. Michael ..4-· Commissioner of Planning. THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY 0F DUR HAM --OfRURHA PUBLIC NOTICE Take notice that the Regional Planning Committee will consider AN APPLICATION TO AMEND THE DURHAM,, REGIONAL OFFICIAL PLAN AND THE OFFICIAL PLAN OF THE TOWN OF WHITBY The amendment, as submitted by the applicant, proposes commercial and residential uses *ithin the site indicated on the map below. TOWN - 0 In order to assist in the evaluation of the amendment application, the public is invited to provide input by way of submissions to the Region's Planning Department. Information related to the amendment application is available in the offices of the Planning Department, 1615 Dundas St. E., 4th Floor, Lang Tower, West Building, Whitby Mall, Whitby, Ontario, L1N 6A3 or by calling Grant McGregor, Planning Department (416) 728-7731 (Whitby) / 686-1651 (Toronto). You are encouraged to forward your submissions to the Commissioner of Planning at the above noted address as soon as possible. In order to proceed with our review of this amendment application, we would appreciate their receipt prior to Friday, November 23, 1990. Please include your address and telephone number and file number identified below in any submission made. FILE NO.: OPA 90-084 Marie Hubbard Dr. M. Michael, M.C.I.P. Chairman, Commissioner of Planning