6 The Canadian Statesman, Bowmanville, December 13, 1978 Section Two Region Requires Constant Review, New Chairman Says By Maureen Corkery In beginning his third termi as Regional Chairman, Water Beath stressed the need for continuai review of Regional operations and policies and caiied upon council to consider setting some long-term goals during its new termi of office. He reminded council that the provincial government has said it will not finance a review of regionai govern- ment and urged members to get on with the business at hand and "do what needs to be done." Beath outlined some of his priorities' during couni's next two-year terni. One is to establish equalit.y of services across the entîre Region of Durham. Two major services which are currently spread unevenly throughout the Region, hie noted, are social services and policing. Council shouid also strive for continued co-operation between ail area municipali- ties and look toward stream- iining the total operation. Staff Review To ensure staff productivity, hie mentioned, he wouid like to see a review of space provided for them, their responsibilities and remuneration and "we shouid establish a salary range for each individual staff member." Energy conserva- tion and tax reform, in the formi of assessment 'equaliza- tion, must be pursued as well." Beath emphasized hie will continue to attend regular staff and committee meetings to keep - informed and encourage co-operation between committees and department staff. His open- door policy will aiso persis, hie said, for "it is essential to be availabie to the public, staff and members of council." Potentiai "There is great potential coming to Durham, said Beath inciuding a Liquor Control, Board warehouse, expansion of the courthouse in Whitby and added waste disposai facilities - liquid and soiid, short and long terni." Beath said hie attended severai ail-candidates meet- ings in the Region and noticed regional iSsues did not have the high priority they did a few years ago. He interpreted this as a better understanding and perception of re-structuring by the public and a realization that progress has been made since the formation of regional government - Chairman Beath defeated 33-year-oid Oshawa Counillor Alan Pilkey in the race for regional chairman last Wed- nesday when hie voted himself into office. In the first stage, both Beath and Piikey receiv- ed 15 votes each. Beath broke the tie by voting for himself. In the event of a tie, it had been agreed there would be a second ballot and if the vote ended in a deadlock a third vote would be taken. If, after a third ballot, no chairman was eiected, the two names were to have been placed in a drum and the clerk would pick one. But, acting on the advice of the region's solicitor, this procedure was altered. Clerk Cecil Lundy informed council at the beginning of the inaugural meeting that in the event of a tie, it was the solicitor's opinion that the incumbent chairman couid vote, Before Beath cast his vote, Piikey was asked if he cared to make any remarks on the legal opinion of the solicitor. "I wili not debate that opinion now," Pilkey said, "but I believe it is an error in law." Pilkey was supported in the vote for chairman by al Oshawa counciliors except John Howden and Ed Kolodzie. Newcastle council- lors Ann Cowman and Ivan Hobbs, Brock Mayor Alian McPhail, Brock councillor Don Hadden, Whitby council- lor Bob Attersley and Picker- ing councilior Doug Dickerson also voted for him - Caretake Government? In his speech before the voting took place, Pilkey termed government at the Regionai level in Durham as "'a caretaker type of govern- ment inclined mereiy to roll along and see what happens. This type of government will flot serve us weil in years six and seven." He said it is criticaliy important for the new council to review such things as "the lack of unity and communica- tion and uncertain direction as to where this regional munici- pality is going and the' unfortunate state of the regional industrial develop- ment department which has meant iost opportunities for ail our municipalities" Pilkey said he believes new leader- ship would help the region "face up to and soive these many problems,." With new leadership, he said council could set iong-term objectives for the region, rebuild and strengthen the industrial meaningful progress and would listen open-minded to citizens of the Region. Pilkey said in this race he believed he was the vehicle through which unit, communication and a feeling of togetherness could be achieved "for the good of the municipality" - After Beath was sworn into office, MP George Ash extend- ed the provincial goverfi- ment's best wishes to the new council and standing commit- tees were formed. Federated WVFomen 's Institutes Immunization and a study of the needs of children in their communities was the project that was adopted by the Provincial Board of the Fede- rated Women's Institutes of Ontario. At their annual meeting in Toronto this week it was decided that in the "International Year of the Child" the 29,000 members in this Province shouid be more aware of the need for good health care especialiy in the young. The members are to make known to parents the availabie protection and heip an~d to encourage total im- munization as well as good heaith care the children. With concern' for other countries as well the members voted $2,000 through ACWW to heip India in a program of nutritive food-and compuisory immunization, as weii as heip for the mothers in proper Participateiadua's Emnployment Tax Crledt Pmgramn. The Employme nt lkx Credit Program wa s init roduiced by the Governnit of Canaida to stimulate employment in the private sector. In essence, we're encouraging you to exp and your work force by providing a tax break for your business. The potential annual tax credit for each new employee is over $3,000. .And there is no) lirnit to the number of new employees you can hire. Now, bv using the experience we've gaineci so far, we've changed the program te, make it even mor-e attr-active. Up to 33 1/% mlore tax credit. Themaximum term for t.he tax credit has been increased from nine to 12 months for each new more tax c-d We have expanded the number and t.ypes of businesses eligible to benefit. Now almost eývery busi- ness that's been operating in Canada foir a year or more canjoîn in. Wider choice of' nenx employees. Now, almost anyone who's unemployed andi registered at a Canada Employment Centre for a minimum of tw() weeks is eligible. A minimum of red tape., ,We've simplified the procedure, so you can do the whole thing, from beginning to end, with just two single-page forms. 1For full details on the program, contact any Canada Emplovment Centre/Canada Manpower Centre. R egional Chairman Sarts Third, Term Walter Beath was sworn into office as chairman of the Regional council of Durham by Judge Joseph Kelly last Wednesday. Clerk Cecil Lundy (right) presided over the voting. nutrition and child care. The enthusiasm and growth of the Junior W. I. was an inspiration. Their programs are meeting the needs of the young women in their com- .munities. Mrs. Eari Morden, after four years as Sec Treas retired, with Mrs. Jeanetta Sager of Troy being Secretary and Mrs. Clifford Rîtchie of Parkhiil as the new Trea- surer. Mrs. Clarence Diamond was re-elected President and Mrs. Harvey Noblitt of Ottawa as Vice President of F.W.I.C. on behaif of Ont. Many members had attend- ed theunveiling of 'the portrait of Miss Helen Mckercher for the Canadian Agricuitural Hall of Fame. Miss Molly McGhee the Director of Home Economics, Ministry of Agriculture and Food was high in ber praise of the volunteer work of the members throughout the Pro- vince, particulariy with the 4H clubs and senior courses. She urged the members to always keep good nutrition as a pri- ority in their work with a new course being prepared to assist in this study. The Friand Lee Home continues to be a popuiar spot with bus ioads coming to view this historic place and the continued improvements. Special days are being plan- ned for next year. The W. I. Hall at the Milton Museum was open this sum- mer and the committee have plans for improvements in the next year. Mrs. V. Maluske very capably led the members in a study of and decision making on several resolutions that had been submitted. These show the concern in the field of literature, nutritional foods, additives, crime and voilence in the media, health and weifare of the famîly. Mrs. Harvey Boblitt pre- sented her report for F.W.I.C. with their concerns for the well being of the nation. The land use policy had been studied, and concern expres- sed for the preservation of the good Agriculturai land.' Pri- orities must.be examined and decisions rationalized. F.W.I.C. has aiioted $5,ÔO0 for work in the north of Canada. Assistance wili go to New- foundland to extend the W. I. work in Labrador, A con- ference will be hield in Inwvilç in connection with NWT social work and equal rights for the Homemakers. in their reports the Con- veners outlined* the programs that had been prepared and Police Th wart Theft Durham Regional Police thwarted an pttempted theft at the Mac's Milk Store on King Street in Bowmanviile early Friday morning. Police say two men broke into The Subway sub and pizza shop and stole $90. To gain entry into Mac's Milk they smashed a hole through the adjoining wall. Charged with break, enter and thef t, and break, enter with intent are Andre Fourn- ier of Beloeil, Quebec and Yves Lamarche of Ottawa. presented' at the Branches. zMuch credit must go to the local conveners with their educational and helpful topics. The Directors wili leave this session enthused and inspired as they return to their respective communities bet- ter prepared to carry on the work of the W. I. and make a better life for everyone. 44 Bond Street West Oshawa, Telephone 579-9402 Emploi et Immigration Canada Bud Cullen,-Minister -Bud Cul len, Ministre Dear: Santa I would like No. 1. Lord Darth Vader Punching bag. No. 2. A calculator. No. 3. A watch. No. 4. Stanley Cup Playoff Hockey. No. 5. Match- box Set. From: David Bright. I live 744 Whitman Crescent Oshawa Ontario Canada. We will leave you a snack on the kitchen table., Dear Santa My name is Kim Bright. I live at 744 Whitman Crescent. I am 6 years old I am in grade 1. I would like 1. Princess Leia 2. nurse kit, 3. Wonder Woman jewellry. We will leave you a snack. love Kimberley. 73 Parkiane Circle Dear Santa, I want a Star Wars collec- tion and Jaws, a fonz pinhal machine and Lego too, a littie hockey game and a big Batmobile with a batman in it, Thank-you Santa for giving me ail the presents last year. I am stili a good-boy. I Love you. fo Christopher Soper P.S. I forgot a watch and a night-glow racing car set. Dear Santa i have been a very good girl. For Christmas i would like please, creepy crawlers, and icebird? Water And carrots for the Reindeer and cake and Milk for you Will Be on the Table. Love Cindy Shackelton 19 frank St. Bowmanville. 15 Lorraine Crt. Bowmanville LiC 3L5 Dear Santa Claus. I would like a'new colouring book for Christmas. Thank you. Love, Melanie West xo xoxox o A ge 4 15 Lorraine Crt. Bowimanville LiC 3L5 Dear Santa Claus, I would like some chocolates and a gum machine for Christmas. Love from Sarah West Age 6 Dear Santa; My name is Melinda Broome and I am 3'2 years old. I have been a pretty good girl this year. I wouid like you to come to my house at Christmas. I want a dolly, and some doîl ciothes, a baking set, a nice warm housecoat because mine is getting too small, a coloring book, and some puzzles and a barbie dol and clothes. I have. a baby brother too. His name is Shawn could you please bring hlm something nice too. My mommy is writing this letter because I'm too little to write but I arn helping her. Thank You Santa for reading my letter. Love Melinda Bethany, LOA-1AO, Ont. Dec. 5, 1978 Dear Santa, My name is Louise McGill, and 1 am 312 years oId. I hav.e been a good girl. I would like a toy drum, and a Wake-up Thumbelina doil, some dol clothes, deluxe, Superwheel, toy washing machine and toy clothes line, Ironing set, a battery operated Vacuumn, 37-pc. bake set, and! Fonz AM Radio. 10 piece Granny ware set. Thank you, very much Santa. Have a very Merry Christ- mas. I love you Santa. Love andKiss from Louise McGili Bethany, LOA-1AO, Ont. Dear Santa, I have been a good boy. Please brîng me- Superman dol The Incredible Hulk Batman beit set Milky the" Cow Lassie Wilderness patrol set Car case ý Love, Wayde Putman' -3 years old Lette rs to Santa Reprinted cou rtesy of MR. BRUCE COLWELL 0F D&R Sports & Ski Shop Bowmanville EMPIOYERS: CAN YOU IGNORE A POSSIBLE TAX CREDIT 0F $3,OOO0 OR MORE? Elýectriwcitylms costing, more, - But if's stil - alot less 7exApensive than wiothout it, Recently, a family decided to live without electricity for two days. After the test was over they found that they had saved $1.50 worth of electricity - but they had spent h1. $6.00 for candies, !ce ta keep milk cold, and other expenses. And that doesn't count the inconvenience they had ta put up with, such as shopping every night, since the refrigerator and freezer were off. -Because of fuel shortages and inflation, the wholesale cost of electricity is higher but your Bowmanville Public Utilities Commission is doing everything possible ta hold retail costs down. You can help by conserving and by wise use of electricity at home. But remember, even :.:.::..though you're paying more for electricity, ...it's stllcha pe ha Iyntol without t BowmanMvill1e Publ'ic Uti'l ities Commisýsion 19 King St. West 623-4451 THE CORPORATION 0F THE TOWN 0F N EWCASTLE. NOTICE is hereby given that the Council of The Cor- poration of the Town of Newcastle proposes ta pass a by-law changing the name of the highway in the Town of Newcastle named and described in the f irsi and second columns following to the name appearing in the third column following, namely: Name of Highway Description of Name of which ta Highway be changed Scugog Street Al 0of Scugog Spry Avenue North Street being the road allowance Iy- ing between Lots 12 and 13, Con- cession 1, shown on Hanning's Plan being part of the original road allowance Iying north of the Base Line Road and south of the north limit of Spry Ave- nue, in the Town of Bowmanville, now in the Town of Newcastle. The Judge of the County Court of the Judicial District of Durham has approved of the foregoing notice and has appointed Friday, the 2nd day of February, 1979. at the hour of 10:00 o'clock in the forenoon, at the Court House, 605 Rossland Road East, Whitby, Ontario, as the day, hour and place for considering the proposed By-law 78-52 and for hearing those advocating and opposing the change. A copy of the proposed by-Iaw stating the reason% for change may be seen at the office of the Town Clerk, 40 Temperance Street, Bowmanville, Ontario. DATED at Newcastle, this l7th day of November, 1978. Joseph M. Mcllroy, A.M.C.T. Clerk, Corporation of the Town of Newcastle, 40 Temperance Street, Bowmanville, Ontario. Immigration Canada 1