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< BOMftlll/ILLE LIBRARY ! 62 TEflPEfiAHCE SI. ; BOSJflAfiyiLLE, ONTARIO Raising Siberian Huskies for dog sled competitions competitions has become more than a hobby for Ruth and Lloyd Miller, it's a way of life. Pictured here with two of their 14 dogs, the Millers are now training for the next of their many races to take place in Marmara Marmara on the weekend. Watch for next Wednesday's feature on Ruth and Lloyd's interesting pastime. Local Customs Port to Close Bowmanville's customs port will be closing April 1 as the result of plans by the federal government to streamline operations. The Honorable Perrin Beatty, Minister of National Revenue, announced announced the closing last week. "This port is one of 19 Customs Ports designated for closure where a low volume of work persists and where there are reasonable alternatives alternatives at other centres capable of providing the same service," the Minister said. Stan Myers, chief of the Canada Customs operations section in To- Councillors Fail in Bid to for garbage collection in Bowman- ville, Orono, and Newcastle, despite despite a concerted effort from Councillor Councillor Bruce Taylor and Councillor Ann Cowman. The Ward One Councillors wanted to introduce a single mill rate for the three areas to pay for the garbage collection service. Currently an individual mill rate is levied in each of the three garbage garbage collection areas. Councillor Taylor argued that the current system is "inequitable and unfair," and a single mill rate would provide equity throughout the municipality for a similar service. service. Councillor Ann Cowman supported supported the suggestion, stressing that the Courtice area will soon need service. At present, residents in Courtice pay $78 for garbage collection, collection, more than people in other areas of Newcastle. rate for a similar service," said Councillor Taylor, emphasizing that he was not suggesting a unit charge or suggesting a change in the methods used or the delineation of areas currently served. Most other members of council agreed with the principle of Mr. Taylor's suggestion but felt the matter matter required considerably more study. "We can take time to take a better look at this," said Councillor Diane Hamre. Mayor Garnet Rickard agreed. "I agree in theory with Councillor Taylor...but we don't have information information enough," he said, adding that the process could become even more complicated by moving too quickly. The general purpose and administration administration committee's resolution to maintain tbe current system, at least for this year, was passed by council at its meeting on January 28th. Change Trash Mill Rate Town Council has decided to "We should charge a similar mill keep the current system of charging ronto Region, said last week that Bowmanville's office employs one person. Two customs officials work out of the Port Hope office which will also be closing April 1. The government's decision to close 19 customs offices across Canada Canada will affect 20 positions. However, However, every effort will be made to accommodate employees through relocation to other positions within the federal public service. "The amount of business- being done in these areas has g\me down," sfi/id Mr. Myers, lip added -that costs do not justify continued operations. Commercial users and members of the general public who require customs services will be able to use the Oshawa Customs port at 310 Simcoe St. South. Alternative services for Port Hope users will be available in Cobourg. Canada Customs said last week that customs service will continue to be available to boaters at Port Hope. The intention to close certain ports was initially announced by the President of the Treasury Board in his expenditure and program program review document of November, 1984 as part of the federal government's government's direction to streamline operations operations and reduce the cost of programs within departments. ■ >;.y - i 11 1 LIBERALS -- Tonight at 8 p.m. Durham East Liberals Liberals will hold their annual meeting and election of officers at the Shrine Club, 1626 Simcoe St. N., Oshawa.. Delegates for the annual meeting of the Ontario Liberal party will also be elected. Guest speaker will be Jim McGuigan, MPP for Kent-Elgin. PC MEETING -- Fresh from their provincial. leadership convention, Progressive Conservatives will gather for their annual meeting and Election of Officers on Monday, Feb. 4th at Tyrone Community Community Centre at 8 p.m. Barbara McDougall, Minister of SPlte (Finance) and MP for St. Paul's, Toronto, will |»e the guest speaker, This is the Durham- Northumberland PC organization, headed by Dr. Peter Zakarow of Bowmanville who is planning to step down as president. NEW DEMOCRATS -- To complete the political activity picture, the New Democrats in Durham East have their nomination meeting slated for Tuesday, Feb. 12th at Bowmanville Public Library, 62 Temperance Temperance St., 7:30 p.m. Two candidates have indicated an interest in the nomination, Bernice Cameron- IIill, Courtice businesswoman and Doug Smith an Oshawa Psychologist, Provincial NDP leader Bob Rac will be the guest speaker. 75 YEARS OLD -- In 1985, Goodyear is celebrating its 75th birthday and to prepare for the occasion, they would welcome the opportunity to share any artifacts, memories, photographs or publications related to Goodyear that Statesman readers might have. Most of the 'Clans' have been preserved, but copies of the magazine 'Goodyear News' would be of special interest. If you wish to help make this a memorable Goodyear event, please contact Hugh Laing at 623-2591 extension 296. FREE SKATING -- Bowmanville Optimist Club is extending the dates for free skating for children to include Monday, Feb. 4th and 11th from 4 to 5 p.m. at Bowmanville Arena. Apparently their generous gesture is proving popular with the youngsters. LAST CALL -- The Oshawa Kiwanis Music Festival's Festival's deadlines for receiving entries has been set at January 31st . . . that's tomorrow. Anyone who requires more information should call the secretary secretary at 723-3759. This is the 14th Music Festival that Oshawa Kiwanis Club has sponsored. KINSMEN -- The Kinsmen Club of Bowmanville is calling all' K-40 members and Past Presidents to their meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 5th at 6:30 p.m. at the Flying Dutchman Hotel. This is your night! Call Tom Pike 623-2065 for details. PLAY CASTING -- Bowmanville Drama Club will be casting for the play "The Hand that Cradles the Rock' by Canadian Playwright Warren Graves on Thursday, January 31st, Courtroom 1 at 7:30 p.m. They need two men and three women, ages 20 to 60 for the cast. Phone 623-3588 for more information. BUCKLE UP -- Many local folks won't realize that Feb. 18th to 22nd will be National 'Buckle Up Baby' Week across Canada and Bowmanville Jaycettes remind remind parents they they should protect their children children by buckling them up for safety sake. Demonstrations Demonstrations of correct usage and installation of car restraint restraint systems will be given at Bowmanville Mall on Saturday, Feb. 161 h. For further information please call Phyllis VanEgmond, Chairman, at 023- 2040. SOTEKI I-Slm » mmïï. ' # r ;,\'S ; s . 1 vR .A. u/u -A JMrti.T • 0,/ Mayor Garnet Rickard has told the Town of Newcastle Development Development Group that the Town's elected officials and staff do not discourage investment or development in the town. In a response to the Development Group's letter of December 11th, containing a list of concerns with regard to the apparent promotional inactivity of the Town, Mayor Rickard Rickard has drafted a letter, approved by Council at its meeting on January January 28th. According to the mayor's letter it is difficult for the town to publicize / ! ! i c, ÉQp If /0 '-■/ ) fdjj t -s-P ' i .'y m ■\ § mtoM<, c?y) £.'•// < m Jjjj^ hi k; MJ) new potential development because because initial discussions are often confidential. Furthermore, the Region of Durham and the province are involved involved in industrial planning and development. Their input and their regulations have to be considered and this often prevents the expedition expedition of requests for permits, zoning changes, etc. The Mayor also outlined a number number of ways in which the Town is attempting to keep informed about business already located here, such as promotional days and a recent tour of local industries. He made mention of the Town's Industrial Development Brochure, which is available at the Administrator's Administrator's office free of charge. The local businessmen in the Development Development Group have invited the Mayor and members of council to their annual meeting on February 6th, but hope to talk with them informally informally prior to that meeting. The directors of the organization emphasize that they want to work with, not against, the council in promoting development in the Town of Newcastle. 623-3303 Per Copy 131st Year 28 Pages BOWMANVILLE. ONTARIO, WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 30, 1985 Issue 5 Information Centre Opened by Peter Parrott Ontario Premier Bill Davis said Monday that the development of Ontario Hydro has been one of the crowning achievements of his career as the provincial leader. "I have been an unabashed supporter supporter of Ontario Hydro," said Mr. Davis. "I can think of very few things that have given me more satisfaction than to see how Ontario Hydro has grown," the premier said in his remarks to community leaders leaders attending the formal opening of the Darlington Nuclear Generating Station information centre. The centre, which overlooks the $11 billion Darlington project, has already welcomed approximately 8,000 visitors since it was opened in 1984. On Monday, the building was formally formally inaugurated by the provincial provincial premier who attended the opening ceremony along with officials officials from Ontario Hydro and representatives representatives of all levels ofgovernment. ofgovernment. The opening of the centre was one of Mr. Davis' last official functions as head of this province. But he assured assured his listeners that his successor, successor, Frank Miller, shares his enthusiasm enthusiasm for Hydro. "The new premier of this province...has province...has a very real knowledge of Ontario Hydro and has a real awareness of the importance of the utility to the future," Mr. Davis added in his remarks to the news media following the official ribboncutting. ribboncutting. Premier Davis was guarded when asked about his plans for the future now that a successor has been found. "I won't be totally unemployed unemployed until after the next election," election," he said. Tom Campbell, Ontario Hydro's chairman, commended the premier for his support of Hydro during his term in office. Turn to Page 11 Second Candidate Enters NDP Nomination Race Help Big Brothers . jAv I .. y 1 y y x ' f' ' * ! '&W f iMWi mr î^üioias. The Big Brothers in Newcastle will be looking for your support during Big Brothers' Bowl for Millions Millions Week, February 2nd to February February 9th. The Week culminates with the Bowl for Millions at the Liberty Bowl in Bowmanville, on Saturday, February 9th, at 4 p.m. The "bowl-a-thon" is "the single major fund-raising event for Big Brothers in the Town of Newcastle", Newcastle", said Terry Edwards, a member of the Big Brothers' board of directors. directors. Mr. Edwards, who is the Town's Director of Planning, was speaking to Newcastle Council at its meeting January 28th. He invited the mayor and members members of council to participate in the Bowl for Millions, and asked for their support in declaring the week of February 2nd, Big Brothers' Bowl for Millions Week. A second candidate has entered the fray for the New Democratic Party nomination •in Durham East provincial hiding. ! Doug Smith, a 38-year-old Oshawa psychologist, announced today that he will seek the NDP nomination for Durham East in the Ontario election expected later this year. Smith's announcement means a contested nomination for the NDP nod in the riding. Courtice businesswoman businesswoman Bernice Cameron-Hill declared her candidacy last fall. A nomination meeting is set for Feb. 12 at the Bowmanville Public Library. Claiming, "it's time for a change," Smith said: "We need new representation representation in Durham East, we need new ideas, new enthusiasm. "As a professional who has devoted devoted most of my life to helping people improve their lives, I believe believe I can help many more people in Durham East by not just listening to them but by bringing their concerns concerns to Queen's Park. "The people of Oshawa know what kind of service to expect from Ed Broadbent and those in the,' Town of Newcastle remember the excellent job done by Doug Moffait, I want to provide the same type'uv" representation." / Currently serving as president of the Oshawa federal NDP riding association, association, Smith is originally from Windsor where he was active in the party for many years. In addition to his NDP involvement, involvement, Smith was also a trustee on the Windsor Board of Education from 1976 to 1978. Married with two children, Smith provides psychological services for the Scarborough Board of Education Education and has a private practice in Oshawa and Toronto. He and his family reside in north Oshawa. The nomination meeting is set for 7:30 p.m. on Feb. 12 at the library located at 62 Temperance St. Ontario NDP Leader Bob Rae will be guest speaker. In addition, there will be an election of officers for 1985. Durham East riding includes the north and northeast sections of Oshawa and the Town of Newcastle. Retiring Premier Cuts Ribbon to Open Hydro Information Building Guests at Monday's formal opening of the Ontario Ontario Hydro Darlington Information Centre may have witnessed Ontario Premier Bill Davis cut his last ribbon as leader of Ontario. The premier is shown here as he opens the information centre with the help of Newcastle Mayor Garnet Rickard and Durham East MPP Sam Curealz, He is flanked by officials of Ontario Hydro and representatives of the various levels of government. The information information centre has been in operation since 1984 and has seen 8,000 visitors to dale.