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3 LA ro -- "a AL oe AR C5 Sh ey pens Ses Ne 6 -- PORT PERRY STAR -- Wednesday, Mar. 29, 1978 Durham Region asks for review Continued structive criticism. Like. Mayor Malcolm, councillor Rose suggested that there has not been overwhelming criticism of the Region from Scugog Township, and he added that what criticism there is stems more from frustra- tion and confusion over who has responsibility for what. Councillor Rose suggested that the motion does not address itself to such issues as local government, the taxation base, and the re- lationship between tax dollars and the function of local government. Commenting on the state- ments from councillor De- Hart that there is too much over-lapping of staff and function between the Region and the local municipalities, councillor Rose said this is not the case in Scugog, as the Township now has fewer employees than 'the four previous municipalities that were amalgamated to make up the new Scugog Town- ship under regional govern- ment. . And councillor Rose said that Scugog has benefited by the formation of regional government through public works programmes (water and sewer) which likely would not have been pos- sible under the old system. He concluded by saying that the motion really only deals with the tip of the ice- berg, and does not address itself to the whole issue of regional government. Oshawa councillor John Aker also expressed some reservations, suggesting that since there has been no change in the government at Queens Park, any recom- mendations from the pro- vince at this time might be what Durham councillors want to hear. Noting the fact that the mayors of Uxbridge and Brock Townships were absent from the council chamber (they are both on vacation) and that there has been advance notice that the "motion was on the agenda, councillor Aker suggested that the proposed review of Durham Region was not high on the priority list for the three northern municipalities. Councillor Aker also said that if Durham Region councillors are concerned - about escalating costs, it might be time to take a hard look at the 1978 budget gressed "too fast and too far". He said that Oshawa today has no less staff in the planning and public works department than before the implementation of regional government. Councillor Bruce Mec- Arthur from Oshawa was the other initiator of the motion and he said the review would be a first step towards reforms that "would set things right." Referring to possible boun- dary changes, he said he personally is in favour of a north-south split, with Dur- ham divided along the Ridges. Regional chairman Walter Beath briefly enter- ed into the debate saying that if possible the Region itself should do the review rather than outsiders. And during discussions slated for March 29, and "find the courage to make some tough cuts" in expenditures for capital projects.' Oshawa councillor John DeHart who helped initiate the motion said he was con- cerned about costs and the over-lapping of services in planning and public works departments. While calling on the province to carry out the review and pick up the tab, councillor DeHart at the same time said that Durham should set the terms of reference. He stated he was not opposed to the underlying reason for Durham's exist- ence, (in his opinion to halt the eastward expansion of Metropolitan Toronto) but he wondered if after five years of Regional govern- ment, things had not pro- Mr. Beath added that he is NRT LN VAS ATE IEG Aes Foaee CIN ' [Ga SEES RRA a 18 not happy with reviews that have been undertaken in other regional municipali- ties around Ontario such as Ottawa-Carleton, Niagara, .Waterloo and Hamilton- Wentworth. Newcastle Mayor Garnet Rickard said much the same thing, stating that studies in the past have done little more than gather dust. He also suggested that any failure of regional government in Durham should not be blamed on the province of Ontario. Just who would undertake such a study on behalf of the province was not spelled out, and neither was the cost. But similar studies such as the one done two years ago in Ottawa-Carle- ton by Professor Henry Mayor were a couple of years in the making and cost close to $250,000. Scugog Island area by Mrs. Earl Reader Mr. and Mrs. Allan Mar- tyn returned from a very enjoyable trip to the Holy Land and have already shar- ed some of the fine pictures they obtained. On Fri. Mr. and Mrs. Maurice Fralick also return- ed from their holiday in Florida. The sympathy of the island people is extended to Mr. Claude Parker and his family in the recent bereave- ment of his mother. The Good Friday Service at the Island Church was well attended and we would like to express appreciation for the lovely lunch provided by the ladies of Manchester. On Easter Sunday the weather being suddenly poor and the season being earlier, the general result was a lower attendance than we usually see for Easter. For both occasions their was a lovely arrange- ment of cut flowers in memory of Mr. and Mrs. Thos. Redman donated by Mrs. Redman's brother, Reg. Jones and his wife of Vancouver along with the immediate Redman' family of Scugog. On Sunday there was a lovely Easter lily in - memory of Mrs. Edna McLaren by Mr. and Mrs. Bill Mark of Port Perry. The choir members are .in- creasing again and they did a fine job accompanied by Edna Beckett and Geo. Freeman at the organ and guitar. Rev. Linstead had a very appropriate Easter story for the children. It involved an Easter Sun. in Austria when Napoleon's army of 18,000 soldiers inténded to attack and capture a helpless vill- age. But with courage the minister and his people gathered in the church to ring the bells and worship while requesting mercy. The army, being surprised at the serenity and confi- dence of the people, thought it meant a hidden army at hand, so they marched away. Thus the people had a truly joyous Easter. Rev. Linstead's message for the adults was built on Used stamps are still being collected for the Leprosy Mission. More congratulations are due to Miss Anna Forder who has proudly returned from France with her gold medal couple of skaters who were in competition with 10 couples. Mr. N.A. Sweetman of Toronto had Good Friday lunch at the home of his brother John and wife Mabel. Linda Samells and her friend, Joan Osaduke spent the vacation - week with Joan's grandmother in Toronto. Tammy Freeman, Janet Reader and Jim Gerrow have all returned to their respective colleges after the holiday. "Life, through His Resur- rection". Along with several new people at church, we were pleased to see Mrs. Mabel Sweetman out again, though she expects another eye operation in the future. The choir or musical con- cert has been set for Thurs. April 20. So' this involves planning and practice. Do you have any artificial flowers you don't need? The "Head" U.C.W. will meet on the evening of April 5 at the home of Mrs. Myrtle Manns. Don't forget used clothes for the bale. LiL "THE FUTURE -- SOUND' TODAY | -- pent © THE so -- -- : CENTRE --- -- Purchase a LOWREY ORGAN ---- -- and you will receive... =. |= © SIX MONTHS PRIVATE LESSONS | mm / |= FREE o A LAMP o BOOKS , -- # . | ------- o HEADPHONES ---- 1100 SIMCOE ST. N. ---- Oshawa -- 579-6239 ---- STORE HOURS: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Mon.-Fri. freee 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Sat. a TTT LiL wn D. Lois Milne, B.A., 0.D. OPTOMETRIST Medical Associates Building 462 Paxton Street, Port Perry Office Hours by Appointment TELEPHONE: 985-8554 If no answer call: 986-5362 STANDARD TRUST COMPANY INVEST NOW! 5% INTEREST PAID ANNUALLY FOR 5 YEARS DON FORDER Insurance Agency Lid. 24 WATER STREET, PORT PERRY Phone: 985-8471 Remember When? Continued 10 YEARS AGO Thursday, March 28, 1968 A grand old lady of this community, Mrs. Elizabeth Jane (Lillian) Forder, celebrated her 95th birthday on Saturday, March 23, 1968. "The Port Perry Baptist Church has engaged its first full time pastor for its congregation. Mr. Allen Hurn was officially welcomed here in March and is now in charge of the church. The Port Perry Figure Skating Club is presenting "Fantasy on Ice', April 5th and 6th. Be sure to watch these two young skaters - Jeanne MacTavish and | * Sharalyn Reader who have both made impressive pro- gress this season. "The Cy Wilson Motors (Mustangs) Port Perry Mid- gets defeated Brooklin and Bay Ridges to' win the 1967-68 Lakeshore Midget Championship. | i 3 | 1 Didyouget E Unemployment Insurance 108 (leks . If so,you have probably received a tax information slip (T4U) in the mail. 3 If the slip hasn't arrived... If you didn't get a T4U © from us, go to your local post office. Pick up a postal reply card to apply for duplicates. Fill it in and mail it. You'll get your duplicate T4U in time to file your tax return. © If the slip has arrived... If you did get a T4U but W a replacement for any reason, also use the postal reply card. Mark "replace- ment" on the card in the upper right hand corner. » If the slip has arrived but you need more infor- mation... If you did get a T4U and still need an itemized state- ment, fill in the same card. You must write.the total © UI benefits you got in 1977 somewhere on the card. This is important. It will help us get your statement to you in time. You'll find the total benefits figure in Box "B"of your T4U slip. ~~" Canada's Unemployment Insurance Program Working with people who want to work. Ts r Employment and Emploi et Immigration Canada ; h Immigration Canada Bud Cullen, Minister Bud Cullen, Ministre