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Heritage Scugog unveils local history Area residents can get to know their history a little easier while strolling Queen St., following the installation of two new heritage information plaques in the downtown. Spearheaded by the Heritage & Museum Advisory Committee, the heritage plaques were unveiled September 13, as part of a program to highlight sig- nificant historical information in the community. The Elias Williams Family plaque, recognizes Elias Wil- liams as the first white man to settle in Scugog Village (now Port Perry). Elias purchased 400 acres in April 1831 and much of this land is now the downtown business section of the town. A number of defendants of Elias Williams, were on hand for the commemoration, as the plaque was unveiled beside Williams Creek, in front of Reflection Park, the former lawn bowling green. Asecond plaque, located in front of the Port Perry post office marks the 100th anniversary of construction of the Elect v) JENNIFER Per t OFFI Pose road ‘Sra The two latest heritage plaques, which are located along Queen Street, provide a brief history and pictures of the uty Post Office and the importance of the Williams famiy as the first white family to settle in Port Perry. familiar post office building in the centre of town. Mayor Chuck Mercier, members of Scugog council, the Heritage Committee and representatives from Canada Post were on hand for the brief ceremony, marking the occasion. Following the ceremonies, guests were provided with some local history by local historian Peter Wokral and then invited to enjoy refreshments at the Latcham Centre. In the past five years, the township with the help of the Heritage Committee have erected seven large plaques depicting historic events and buildings in Palmer Park and along Queen St. and ten smaller plaques on heritage buildings. Different Experience, Different Results ... It’s Time! BACK Ward 5 Councillor “With over 18 years of management and customer service experience, | know the importance of listening to, respecting and taking action on people's concerns. | have the knowledge and experience to properly represent you.” “Taxes in line with inflation, walkable sidewalks, drivable roads, parks that welcome our kids and registered charities . This is my vision for Scugog!” email: jen @jenback.ca call: 905-926-7227 WVAVYANVAL-tu] er-Cel eters] Back to Basics FOCUS - OCTOBER 2014 39