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Georgetown Herald (Georgetown, ON), February 29, 1984, p. 13

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YMCA plans March break activities family were honored for the bus I nets heir nee tor J Mack en founded M yean ago Here at the Georgetown Chamber of Commerce of the Year awards left to right Judge Ken Regional Chairman Pete Ponteroy and far right councillor Mike Armstrong congratulate Sam and Sandy for the success of their Dullness over the years Herald photo Guest Speaker Georgetown Chamber honors Mackenzie clan The Mackenzie clan had good reason to hold heir heads high Wed night They were honored by he Georgetown Chamber of Commerce or the business their ancestors had started years ago Politicians friends fellow businessmen gathered at the George town Golf and Country Club to honor the late J B Mackenzie and the part his business has played in the iy MPP Julian Reed MP John McDcrmld and Mayor Miller all mentioned that at one time or another they had dealt with the Mac firm which for many years was active in building houses and school additions Mr McDermld said his father bought lumb er from the The fact the com pa is still vibrant today Ralph Uriel the lZth Georgetown Citizen the named by the community Lions Club lie was honored by friends dignitaries club members and past Citizens of Year at special dinner the Lions held Saturday Herald photo Lions salute top citizen Ralph By CHRIS Stair Writer There was no short age of compliments for Ralph Saturday night chosen the Georgetown Citizen of the Year he was honored at a Lions Club dinner Saturday night by club members friends family past Citizens of the Year and dignitaries Us wonderful that a community under the guidance the Lions Club can do this sort of thing Georgetown Ward 3 Councillor Phil Carney said Speaking on behalf of Mayor Rubs Miller Carney added that volunteers like Mr take time from their families and they do It not looking for this kind of recognition GREETINGS Greetings from the Ontario government and Premier Bill Davis were presented by Burlington MPP Julian Reed while Marilyn Milton offered congratulations from Prime Minister Pierre Progressive Conservative leader Brian Mulroney and BramptonGeorgetown Tory MP John mid must have something to do with their motto a deal a good one unless Its fair to both parties he said A schoolboy chum to Sandy Mackenzie Judge Ken Langdon spoke about the four generations the Mac kenzie family has Invested in Halton Hills He said the town is grateful for the Mac kenzie experience warmth friendship and commitment to the community growth In a manner Judge recalled the Sunday School tales of Sam Mackenzie who taught young Presbyterian boys to behave with a swift kick of his black oxfords He said Sandy s mother Margaret Is full sheer loving kind I have yet to meet her equal The Judge said he and Sandy were active In of activities to gether like hockey baseball golf and hunt In a fitting tribute Judge Langdon said the Mackenzie family might have given up Ih ng by not expanding their business outside of Hills However the town has gained by their contribution to the community he said Tl has pi inn week of activities for children on from March 12 16 The program Is for children 12 years and allows for 13 year olds and up to act as Volunteer Leaders far the program of dally activities running from to For parents who re quire extended care the YMCA will provide from and or p m to p On Monday there is bowl Pizza Munch out games and a fen lure film Superman III The lee is per day for the first child and per day for each additional child In the same family lunch Is included Then on Tuesday the is off to the Metro Zoo with all its indoor animal pavll lions After spending time a I the Zoo there is a surprise matinee mov e performance in Toron to The fee is per day for the first per day for each child In the same family bring a lunch Wednesday will be spent here In George town playing games Building Your Own Tower Sandwich swimming at the pool with our feature film of Grease The fee is per day for the first child and per day fori child In the same family lunch Included On Thursday morning the will go Roller Skating followed by a p to Harbour Front and lis Mid Evil Theme Harbour Front staff will teach crafts first which will be followed by a live Pupp et Show In the studio theatre The fee Is per day for the first child and per day for tnch additional child in bring a The week ends with the grand finale of a day of Horseback tiding This should be a lot of fun out In the stables We will end the day with the fcjturc film The Black Stallion Returns The Is per day for the f ret ch Id and per day for each tional child In the same family bring a lunch On the Monday and Wednesday you have a special option or sending your child for only a day For example you could have your child par tic pate in he bowl on Monday In the morning or the games and feature movie Superman Ml in the afternoon The fee is half the regular day For more info on these March Break Acilvllics cjII your local at or John Wood at Study will assess police propane cars Spring awareness week March 10 Is Spring Awareness Week Our beautiful streams and creeks are hazardousat this timeof year This is the message of Spring Water Awareness Week being observed by the Georgetown and District Red Cross As Spring Break approaches the Red Cross urges that all parents outline the hazards of spring ater to the children be enjoying a week a brochure Wednesday March the Recreation and Parks Department will be distributing their spring and summer community brochure featuring many recreational opportunities and community in Hills There will be information on the summer activity program the many special bicentennial events booking procedures for outdoor sports fields and much more How well Is propane working In some or the ton regional police patrol cars A year long study expected to get under way in April will deter mine how feasible the propjnc conversion pro- whetht ally feasible Mr Fisher sa Twenty two of the force approximately 100 vehicles including ght trucks are fueled by propane Seven patrol cars and one truck at the Georgetown station use delivers ihe about and mechanical gains when some cars in Burlington and Georgetown switched to propane fuel two years ago It generally appears o be working very well Hall gets grant Herald Special ACTON The Ontario Heritage Foundation has given Heritage Acton 60 toward the resloratlon of the old town hall Ted Tyler an organizer of the town hall fund raising draws and spokesman on restoration project said the money will be used to pay for restoration work with a historical connection The various groups Interested in preserving tho century old brick building amalgamated Into Heritage Acton a year ago The application for a Heritage grant had been made long before that Courtesy Guelph Mercury 1984 awards evening Applications for Municipal Recognition and Honor awards nominations are available at all town offices The deadline is March For marc Info call Chris Fisher told The Herald Thursday A 1981 study said that conversion to propane would be a ally good idea economic Resigns for health reasons Daytime A new treasurer and superintendent of busi services was appointed Thursday night by the board of education Superintendent Ron Warren resigned from Oil job Oct 1983 due to health reasons education director sa d Mr Warren is still working for the board business services swimming week s schedule for daytime swimming at the Georgetown Pool is Feb 29 and March 10 15 11 15 a m and March and 11 12 noon A flag raising ceremony reminds us that the Red Cross Campaign Is about to get underway In Hills The took place at the town office on Trafalgar Road Taking part were Red Cross Society president Janet Dean Mayor Itusi Miller Red Cross publicist Karen Hewer and Ted who Is heading canvassing among professionals Herald photo Liberal riding women recognized The Brampton Georgetown women Liberal Commission was formally by the Liberal Party of Canada Ontario at the executive board meeting held In Ottawa Jan 1415 The Riding Women Commission comprises all women who ore members of lonGeorgetown federal Liberal association With formal rccogni lion comes the right to elect delegates to con vcntlons and other meetings the Party President Marta believes that this can be a very active group within the Liberal party Anyone interest more information on the Wo ncn Comm and its activities should contact Maria WeMtBy Accident PARK AVENUE COLLISION litre is considerably cheaper than le44t or regular gas Conversions are handled by dealers from which the force pur Its Vehicles They generally involve changes to the vehicle and the Installation of high pressure fuel tanks The study will pay close attention to per comparisons between 12 newly pur chased Chevrolet las six powered by propane and powered by lead free gasoline VPS EXPERIENCE TOTAL WINDOWS DOOR RENOVATIONS ENERGY SAVING THERMO BROKEN REPLACEMENT DOORS Complete Repair and Restoration and Painting 8773628 MOVIE ENTER NOW ENTER OFTEN QUEENS TIRE SERVICE LTD ALL SEASON TIRES savin HAIRSTYLISTS Special ORTHOPAEDIC MVS- MATTRESS ft ft Si OS Compile and To Most ft Cars a light Trucks REAL GARAGE NIKKIS STOVES SPAS 1Z RESERVATIONS ACCEPTED JAKES AUTO SERVICE For years Mr has found himself behind a piano or re writing scores for dozens of musical tures put on by George town residents not to mention his success with high school music over the last II years A founder of the Hills Arts Coun cil Mr s name can also be found on the charter committees which launched the Rotary Club Minstrel Shows of the early 1960s the Pantomimes and old Globe Productions which followed and the revived Globe of the 1980s His Citizen of the Year award Mr said is to be shared with family and friends for pitching In and making many entertaining pro jects possible Wo did enjoy our selves ho said We had a lot of fun and we involved as a group He was also saluted by local Lions presl dent BUI Mason and Lions District Governor Jim Regional Chairman Pome- made a presenta tion to Mr on behalf of Halton region LEARN TO DRIVE THIS WINTER SPECIAL 4 DAY MARCH BREAK COURSE STARTING MARCH 12th to 16th Mon to Thurs 900 am330 pm PRIVATE CAR LESSONS ROAD TEST 8770751 16M0UNTAINVIEWRDS GEORGETOWN OVER 150000 GRADUATES RECOMMEND Young Drivers of Canada TAKE A TOUR OF MCDONALDS and see what goes on behind the scenes Great for groups of all ages To reseive your tour call McDonald s at IMTWIUlWmifl Man Win McDonalds- Gift Certificates And Radios CENTENNIAL PUBLIC SCHOOL STUDENTS PRESENT THEIR MUSICAL ON BROADWAY MARCH 8th AT730PM

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