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age I 2: PORT PERRY STAR - Tuesday, June 22, 1999 \ "Scugog"s Community Newspaper of Choice" Greenbank Lions honour volunteer By Chris Hall Port Perry Star A surprised Barb Ward had few words to say after being presented with the Lloyd and Marion Lee Community Volunteer Award last week, "I really' appreciate this, it's an honour. I'm really honoured to be pre- sented with this," the life. long Greenbank resident told close to 50 family members, friends, and neighbours during the Greenbank Lions Club's annual presentation last Wednesday (June 16) evening. Awarded annually by the club, the Lloyd and Marion Lee Community Volunteer Award is pre- sented to a member of the community who displays a passion for helping oth- ers and the area in gener- al, says club member Rodd Foster. "About five years ago we decided to have a com- munity volunteer award to thank those who help out here," he said, noting there is a nomination process for the award. The eventual winner is selected by a committee. "Barb is involved in just about everything in this community," said Mr. Foster. "She's a great fundraiser and is the "Barb Ward was presented with the Greenbank Lions' community volun- teer award by Club president Charlie Rutledge last week. treasurer in just about every organization here, and everything she's the treasurer of always runs in the black." Mrs. Ward is involved with the Greenbank Minor Ball program and is a member of the out- field fence committee, the park and hall board, the Greenbank Church Choir, and works on the United Church catering commit- tee. "This award is impor- tant; important to her, us and the community. This is our chance to honour those people who work so hard in the community," said Mr. Foster. "She has earned the respect and admiration of the community, and this is our way to show her." Mrs. Ward said she was taken aback when the Lions named her recipient of the award. "I really wasn't expect- ing this; I was surprised because I thought this was for a friend of mine," she said. "I'm very honoured and privileged to be chosen for the volunteer award. I really enjoy volunteer work... it's an important part of my life." published by the Port Perry Star for advertising information call the original... Haugen's Chicken BBQ Hwy. 11 at TA, Manchester Classic \ (Os [45 Join vs during June 13 Cruise Night for Mustang Night Celebrating Mustang's 35th Anniversary 5:00pm Start - Cruise is FREE as always for cruisers & Spectators! (905) 985-7383 ppt SPECIAL GUEST APPEARANCES by Seve Saleen from Saleen ~ Allen Speediab Racing Team = (Steve Saleen po Saleen Mustangs) Ross Bently (former Indy Car Driver) Autograph i Session 8. teammate with Chris Bingham (also of Indy fame) and Devon Powell & Doug Good = Port Perry's very own defending GT Champions. : THESE DRIVERS WILL BE RACING AT MOSPORT FRIDAY. 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At the present time both Kinsmen Beach at Palmer Park in Port Perry and Lakeside Beach at Goreski's Resort on Scugog Island have been cleared for swimming, senior public health inspector Craig Mcllmoyle said late last week. "They are both safe right now; they're under the provincial standard required for safe swim- ming," he said Friday morning, Tests look for bacte- ria that can cause infec- ~ tions. Right now both beaches are within Mr. McIlmoyle. these areas as xmer goes on, but 5 ches have been "acceptable limits, said will keep a traditionally 2 | toms are severe. Local beaches safe for now, says health dept. Tests are conducted weekly throughout the summer at each public swimming hole in the region. They will contin- ue until Labour Day weekend. Health Department officials take five water samples each week in water at least three feet deep, said Mr. Mcllmoyle. Samples are sent off to a provincial lab and results return a few days later, giving health department staff enough time to post . warning signs at beach- es before the weekend if necessary. Officials are checking the e-coli bacteria levels .in the water. Excessive amounts can cause irri- NE tation of the eyes, nose, .ear, and throat, as well as skin rashes and upset stgmachs. Anyone experiencing these problems are 'asked to contact the Durham Region Health Department at 723- 8521 and see a family physician if the symp- John R. O'Toole, MPP Durham Thank you for your support on June 3rd I will continue to maintain an open and accessible constituency office, for all constituents. I look forward to serving you during my 2nd term in office. Please Stay in Touch! Constituency Office: (905) 697-1501 1-800-661-2433 (416) 325-6745 or fax: (905) 697-1506 coupon expires June Aokable Plus tax sounon expires