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y I / 2 The Canadian Statesman, Bowmanvillc, December 29,1986 End of Y ear Comments By Our Local Legislators by Tammy Hill When it comes to the major issues of the day, the federal government has an excellent record of achievement, achievement, according to Durham- Northumberland MP Allan Lawrence. "Over the past year I think the federal government, on big things, has been doing very well," he observed. He noted that the interest rates are down and all economic signs are good. "But there is no question they have been getting into trouble on petty, smaller things," Mr. Lawrence said. He cited examples of these "petty" problems as the past tuna problems and the Larry McLean Seeks Provincial PC Nomination Larry McLean, a lifetime resident of this area and local Alderman, confirmed today his intention to seek the Progressive Conservative Conservative nomination for the newly formed Provincial- . Durham Centre riding. "Over the past few months many friends and supporters supporters were instrumental in encouraging me to seek the nomination as the P. C. candidate." candidate." McLean stated, "after careful deliberation, I made a decision to pro- eed." For a number of years arry has held the position f director with the Oshawa ,'erjeral Progressive 'Conservative 'Conservative Association. During-1 During- 1 ■these J 'years he was , elected as a,voting delegate and actively participated at P. C. conventions. Mr. McLean presently works with many levels of Government - municipal, provincial and federal. As well, he contributes much of his time and efforts to many volunteer organizations. organizations. He serves on a number number of elected committees, such as the Conservation Authority, Parkwood Estate Operating Committee, Oshawa Folk Arts, previously previously the Chamber of Commerce, Commerce, and numerous others. "I enjoy challenge and am motivated by opportunities which allow me to assist and serve individuals and/ or organizations in fulfilling fulfilling their individual endeavours." endeavours." McLean stated, "in terms of opportunities and idealism, I fully realize we are inundated with needless red tape. The existing bureaucracy within our system ofgovern- ment serves only to obstruct and discourage many progressive progressive projects and ideals." "The creation of the new Provincial boundaries forming Durham Centre affords affords the P. C. party the ideal opportunity to build a strong governing base for the people of this community." community." "Clearly, I recognize the many responsibilities of an elected representative. A major role is to assist individuals individuals and organizations in overcoming these roadblocks and dissolve the excessive administrative process to ensure positive and favourable results. As your elected representative I will act as a dedicated communication link between between the constituents in the Durham. Centre riding and Queen's Park." I welcome the support of all members within the area. I ask for your individual individual support in the upcoming upcoming nomination on February February 11th and the opportunity opportunity to serve you well. Should you require additional additional information or assistance assistance I invite ypu to call me at 728-2395. Van Belle Floral Shoppes ,.. much more than a flower- store! 4 STORKS • Highway No, 1 • KlntSI.E.,Oih*we • SlmcMfl.N.i Oahewa • Kins St. W., ■owmtntllle "thing" with Sinclair Stevens. Stevens. "These are all, in my mind, pretty small potatoes," he said. Looking into the future, Mr. Lawrence predicts a lot of progressive legislature coming in and more attention attention being focused on law and order. He attributes much of the bright future to the fact that the Prime Minister and his cabinet are working as a team more. He sees good economic signs in the future, future, provided that the government government keeps a firm rein on the economy. Likewise, Durham East MPP Sam Cureatz is expecting expecting a favorable year. The MPP said his past year has been divided between between his riding and Queen's Park. However, he commented that his riding is always foremost in his mind. Mr. Cureatz highlighted his year in the Durham East under several categories. Mr. Cureatz saw a major impact in the construction of the Darlington Generating Generating Station. He said that he has a lot of interest in the construction, especially safety. Apparently his concerns were highlighted by the Chernobyl incident. Following Following the Russian problems, problems, Mr. Cureatz commented commented on the set-up of the monitoring committee at Darlington. Mr. Cureatz said, "I am very confident in the safety at the station, but it's always good to be careful." careful." Another highlight in Mr. Cureatz' year was the planned planned redistribution of his riding. "It has been a great challenge for me. The area has really grown and everyone should be pleased to have a new riding (Durham Center) in their Region." Mr. Cureatz also showed satisfaction in the recent opening of the joint constituency constituency office between himself himself and Federal M.P. Allan Lawrence. The only area Mr. Cureatz commented that he was not very pleased with was in the area of Correctional Services Services at Queen's Park. He commented that too often their estimates are lowered (set aside) to be dealt with at another time. But, he has said that he will get a chance to voice his opinion in this in mid January. In the upcoming year Mr. Cureatz will attempt to become become known within the newer portions of the riding. riding. Possibly, a new office will be opened in Central Oshawa to meet the needs of the new central riding. He is also getting geared up for what he anticipates will be a spring election. Mr. Cureatz estimates a 60 - 40 chance of such an election election taking place in early March. If an election is called, Mr. Cureatz said, "I will be running." Hockey Tourney A Big Success With 64 games involving close to 700 players and coaches, the annual Christmas Christmas Classic hockey tournament tournament has been prounounced a resounding success. The event took place Friday, Friday, December 26, to Sunday, Sunday, December 28 at both the Bowmanville and Darlington Darlington arenas. It was hosted by the Bowmanville Minor Hockey Association. Congratulations are in order for the many volunteers volunteers who staged the tour- Christmas Baby Receives Free Car Seat CommeTltS tj Councillors rp about council's work for the rest of the term. "There have been a lot of good things happening." Hal McKnight, Ward 2 Councillor McKnight said some projects like the arena and town hall which got started in 1986 "will be well advanced" next year. He said both projects will be near completion by the end of 1987 and would be exciting for the town. Speaking of the town hall, Councillor Councillor McKnight said its completion would help the town do the public's business. "I think the consolidation of the staff and the town should make some drastic changes within the organization," organization," he said. He alsti said the new computer which the town has purchased for networking will be a great help, giving giving officials greater access to statistics statistics on different budgets and projects. projects. Councillor McKnight also said he was , impressed by the amount of growth in the town this year. "It's been an outstanding thing that's happened in this community," he said. And he said the appointment of new Chief Administrative Officer Larry Kotseff has "been a positive thing." .As for tho rest'oftho torm Council™ Danielle Marti is Bowmanville's 1986 Christmas baby. Danielle, who weighed i or McKnight said the council mem- in at eight pounds, ten ounces, was born at Memorial Hospital Bowmanville at bers know each other now and are 7:20 Christmas morning. She is the first child of Ernie and Angie Marti, who "working more cohesively." now reside in Oshawa, although they are formerly from Bowmanville. As the He predicted council would work Christmas baby, she has received the loan of a car seat free of charge from the even better during the remainder of Bowmanville Jaycettes and a stuffed bear also from the Jaycette Club. From the term, left are - Louise Beach, chairman of the Buckle Up Baby Program; the Marti family; and Lois Cox, a maternity ward nurse who was on duty at the time of the arrival. The baby was delivered by Dr. Hubbard and Dr. Dubinsky. From Page One / nament and for all of the businesses and community organizations who assisted with sponsorships. Photos from the event will appear in next week's edition edition of The Canadian Statesman. MAYOR'S LEVEE -- Keep in mind the Mayor's Levee being held on New Year's Day from 12:30 to 2:30 at the Council Chambers in the Police-Fire building on Church Street. There's another annual event that will be of interest to all veterans. President Walter Park will be holding his annual Levee at Branch 178 Royal Canadian Legion. Diane Hamre, Ward 3 "Being the first (year) of a term, with more than half being new to council, I think that council has made some major decisions," Councillor Hamre said. She said it had been a difficult year for council, having to face such issues as the rapid growth in Courtice and the crisis of the proposed Eldorado nuclear dump in Tyrone. She said council has tried to meet the needs of the people in Courtice. As for the Eldorado situation, she said Tyrone's case had been effectively effectively expressed. Within the council chambers, she said council as a whole was effective. "I think the majority have worked well together and tried to deal with those issues," she said. At the Regional level, Councillor Hamre said the one negative facing council was the impending need for a new landfill site. She said the positive accomplishments accomplishments included the regional decision to reduce the costs of sewer and watermain implementation, which resulted in a decision by the Newton- ville residents to have the services installed. She also said the integration of general general welfare and provincial family allowance allowance benefits into the regional jurisdiction will lead to better service service and less cost for regional residents. residents. And at both levels, she is optimistic for the future. "I certainly look forward to the next two years and I think we're going to get a lot accomplished." Frank Stapleton, Ward 3 "I'm happy with what I've done in the past year and with what I've learned," Councillor Stapleton said. He described the year as a "progressive" "progressive" one. "The town has grown vastly and it's still going to grow in many ways in the future," he said. Councillor Stapleton said the zoning zoning and development in the town has been great and that he wants to see more focus on commercial and industrial industrial development in 1987. He said he was satisfied that the arena project is now onstream and said the new administration building "has been needed for a long time." And as a first-year councillor, he said the experience on council had been a learning experience and he was optimistic about the future. "I'm happy with what we've done," he said. 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