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31| The IFP -H alton H ills | T hursday,M arch 29,2018 theifp.ca With the days numbered before the pro- vincial election, Wellington-Halton Hills MPP Ted Arnott is hoping to get one last thing done. He called on the new minister of trans- portation, Kathryn McGarry, to visit his rid- ing and talk about partnering the munici- pality of Halton Hills with the province to de- velop a transportation strategy for the area. "Last fall, the legislature unanimously endorsed my private member's resolution," he said. The resolution asked for the province to become a funding and planning partner in the town of Halton Hills' second phase of their transportation study. It would entail a $100,000 contribution on behalf of the prov- ince. Arnott listed a number of problem ar- eas on roads in his riding, citing a need for bypasses around Acton and Georgetown and Norval, the widening of the 401 from Mississauga to Milton, and all-day GO train service on the Kitchener line. Back in 2014, the province made a com- mitment to bring full day Go train service on the Kitchener line with Halton Hills stops, which after the election, was said to take 10 years. "I think it's reasonable to point out the government's commitment," said Arnott. "We're trying to get them to expedite that project." He says that he will continue to bring up the transportation file until the house dis- solves in May. "The ministry says we need to show there are operational benefits to the provincial King's Highway 7 before they will become a funding partner in Phase 2 of the town's study," said Arnott in the legislature on March 21. "I don't think that will be a prob- lem." NEWS Arnott invites transportation minister to visit Halton Hills ALEXANDRA HECK aheck@metroland.com Ted Arnott called on the new minister of transportation, Kathryn McGarry, to visit his riding and talk about partnering the municipality of Halton Hills with the province to develop a transportation strategy for the area. Photo courtesy of Ted Arnott March is Provincial Voter RegistrationMonth. #GetONit Be ready to vote on June 7, 2018. By the time you finish reading this, you could've confirmed your voter info online. elections.on.ca …with up to 30%* in savings & discounts PLUS, save up to an additional 25% with our new smartphone app TELEMATICS!1 A convenient app to help you learn more about your driving habits, and potentially save. • Winter tires? Save up to 5%* • Multiple vehicles? Save up to 15%* • Hybrid or electric vehicle? Save up to 5%* • College or university student? Save up to 10%* • Additional savings* if you have multiple policies with State Farm® *Conditions apply. 1Certain products and services may not be available in all provinces and territories. The discount does not apply to certain endorsements and additional coverages. Please note that the savings will automatically be applied to the premium at renewal. Certain conditions and restrictions may apply. State Farm branded policies are underwritten by Certas Home and Auto Insurance Company. ® State Farm and related trademarks and logos are registered trademarks owned by State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company, used under Licence by Certas Home and Auto Insurance Company. Call me today. your auto insurance savings further… Start driving 1510024CN Lora Greene, Agent 211 Guelph Street Georgetown, ON L7G 5B5 Bus: 905-873-1615 lora@loragreene.ca The Independent & Free Press is currently working on the 2018/19 Halton Hills Festivals & Events guide that will be distributed with the May 17th edition of the paper to all homes in Halton Hills. If your organization has an event that is taking place between May 18, 2018 and the end of May 2019 that you would like included in the guide please email sharrison@metroland.com the following info: name of event, date, location, website and a brief description of the event. Events must be submitted by Friday, April 6th. Get your event included in the 2018 Festivals & Events guide The Independent & Free Press is currently working on the 2018/19 Halton Hills Festivals & Events guide that will be distributed with the May 17th edition of the paper to all homes in Halton Hills. If your organization has an event that is taking place between May 18, 2018 and the end of May 2019 that you would like included in the guide please email sharrison@metroland.com the following info: name of event, date, location, website and a brief description of the event. Events must be submitted by Friday, April 6th. Get your event included in the 2018 Festivals & FESTIVALS & EV ENTS May 2017 - May 2018 Visitors guide 2017 .indd 1 17-05-08 9:31 AM It's Your ChoiceWhen it Comes to FixingYourVehicle! • Servicing Georgetown for over 40 years • Unbeatable prices and excellent customer service • Fast & Reliable Auto and Collision Service (905) 873-8102 Floyd's Body shop www.floyds-body-shop.com facebook.com/Floyd's Body Shop 13115 22 SIDE RD. GEORGETOWN