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Page Tilt Userpay fails to consider value of sports programs Playoff costs reason for price increase This a copy of the statement presentation made on behalf of A dull youth soccer by my sell back up all that it by youth president Klaus Zander at Council meeting on Monday March 22 Thank you for the opportunity of j this evening on behalf of the adult soccer clubs and in the area following that address by Klaus Zander youth A past president out current vice president of youth I have worked closely with Klaus on the matter before you appreciate the arduous tasks before In the administration of the municipality also appreciate the difficult decisions which often hate to be made I also appreciate the difficulties with which the recreation director Tom Shepard and his staff arc faced Klaus has presented a factual companion the pay principle and the method of and timing of the implementation of the organization and proposed charges for field use In 1981 arriving long after budgets tees and programmes have been set and accepted by memberships I am not going to repeal those facts I simply make point that they are as valid for adult as they are for youth soccer participants Klaus doted with the presentation of the petition against user pay charges The petitioners arc or coaches managers players referees and supporters of it adult and youth levels They arc also the taxpayers rants The park attendant a hutes to the health and omnium has not returned to town nun lorcctiVL in was also withdrawn Oiler than en welfare of the approach council nurmcheard our document alio published in the press our position The group like the not in favour the user pa system this tar ever We ask to consider Ihe presented ver before making decision Th prospect of no looms the roulUnl prospect some participants let loose the community is rather to mi ill appreciate that loses arc increas have to be met and wc strongly suggest that recovm not through service and volunleir group- in the such is 1 our a year said the Raiders i eel set a reasonable for admission Hi said the Italdtrs could have some rof after the bines but Could be wiped out after the next round if travels to Thunder jou have received hive and articles show considerable support or is The user pay principle is very attractive at first sight Why should users not pay sympathize with those who think this way I sometimes believe this also Why pay school taxes I have no one at school Why pay for the fire service have not used it Why pay for social services I have not used them Why should I pay for anything which I do not use Why should anyone User pay is logical to the proponents of the principle Thelogkalextensloneludeslhom It is simply use and pay iOt use and receive We do not subscribe lo Ihe extension of the principle any more than we subscribe to the original principle which we submit is a half principle and a narrow In the first place Weare also against the liming the intimation of the proposed charges coming programmes have been set for this season We object lo the facts presented at the meeting of February Fields are listed which are nonexistent and the costs as presented were based on this information Therefore the costs are also probably inaccurate Reference was made to improved scheduling as part of the reason for user pay It was admitted that there were problems soccer scheduling Reference was made lo Improper use of facilities tt was admitted thai this was not a problem with soccer The recreation director informed the meeting that It council who pressed for the Introduction of user pay Councillors have Informed us that it was the recreation director who pressed for user pay At the very least there Is no uniformity amongst the authorities as to whether there should be user Tecs and a base rate Hates or Ihe groups services provided ore different for the groups There Is no valid and realistic base for the groups to conilder And there has been no consultation prior to the event nor do we believe there is a mandate from the taxpayer for the introduction One group was informed that the proposed recovery rate of approximately per cent was coincidental another group was Informed that the rate was demanded by council How much is going to cost to recover the collectible amounts from the groups There appears to be no consideration the value to the community of providing an outlet or he youth and adults to belter their health to improve the character of themselves and the community and to provide a measure of security from crime and vandalism logether with Ihe resultant protection property by belonging a profit making volunteer organized group A learned judge Is on record stating that there Is much less likelihood of an Individual who Is a member of a community group becoming a criminal or vandal What value is placed upon the hours of volunteer work How much will It coal the town to prcvidi service which we provide Whether facilities are used or not maintenance has to be carried out Members of the public may use the facilities without paying a fee yet we are to be penalized for providing a regular organized scheduled service which enables equal use and removes chaos The majority of those who signed Die petition made the point that the provision and maintenance of fields and parks is Included In our taxation and that service groups should not be used as tax collectors We have seen a reduction of the services provided and the introduction of charges Field lining labour and material have been withdrawn and the youth group ceased receiving community grant 11976 being the last year which was MOTORCYCLE LEATHERS An collection of TOP QUALITY Jackets and Pants for every type of rider at prlcea JACKETS from aaud also WORK BOOTS and Dig John TO 40 or Man List OFF Prices are now In effect Winter Leather Suede and Shearling Complete your visit with a meal at JACK TAnnEKS TABLE lie Its worth the drive to A The Hills lion Department is ready or Spring with a full stole of activities and programs Most of the classes so register now at the Itecrcilion Offices In and Georgetown from lo 1 p day to The Pre School returns this Spring In Acton and two special events have been The Annual aster Party will be held on April 13 and Spring Walk will lake phcoon a nice day In May Jan or Juniors is for both Acton and Gym sties program is and this Spring ixpand to include Kinder Gym a w for olds In cton it will be on Saturday mornings and in it on The number of participants will be limitedso register early to full of i itness is being offered Acton programs Fitness and Swim on day evenings and Wednesdays In Recreation department ready with spring activities roster and Fitness for tin tun of It will be held A Moms Morning Out fitness program for new and mothers will In held in George town on Wednesday will be subject to demand A Indoor Tennis Prognm will be held to give enthusiasts a chance to up for the season before the courts are ready This week program Is scheduled for Tuesdays in Georgetown and days in Acton The commencement of two programs will be until the weather is just a belter Tennis lessons in Acton and George town begin during the week of May 10th Separate classes are scheduled for adults and and registration is being accepted lessons will begin during the week of May at the Arena and the tor more information about any of these programs consult your Spring brochure or call the Department Acton at 1S40 or Georgetown Brush up swim technique with town s poolside courses It won t be Ion now before the ice is gone from local lakes rivers and people will start opening up back yard swimming pools To ensure a safe and fun summer why not brush up on your swimming and first aid skills now The lion and Parks Department offers the Red Cross Learn to Swim Program for people aged lo classes sponsored by the Life Saving Society will also be held as will Parent and Tot classes where parents learn how to their own children bus aquatic skills The Cross Standard irst course covering procedures that could save lives will take place again th Spring Springboard diving lessons are being offered at the Swimming Pool on Wednesdays for adults and on Thursdays or younger Synchronised swimming lessons take at both the Acton and Georgetown swimming pools The Pool classes arc restricted lo youths but Aclon offers ladies class In addition lo the youth classes held the Georgetown Pool Special events coming up this Spring Include a Back yard Pool Owners Work shop In April a National Lifeguard Course in May a Red Cross Small Craft Safety Course in June and Adapted Aquatics Instructor Course also In June Registration takes place only at the Swimming Pools Monday Friday p m 10 m Saturday Co am and Sunday 12 Noon m If you have any questions please call the pool during the above hours Pool Georgetown Pool FAST PROFESSIONAL SERVICE PRONTO RAD MUFFLER MUFFLERS SHOCKS Kinsmen Girls Softball REGISTRATION Cedarvale Community Centre SAT APRIL 3rd pm 300 pm 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