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Parks Board authorizes improvements in arena A budgetary surplus of has allowed Acton Parka and Recreation committee to authorize purchase of some very necessary equipment and have hither reoaint on the arena The surplus resulted from an overestimate by Dalton Engineering on shoring up of the south wall and receipt of a cheque for from Acton Parks Development Association an organization formed to ensure ithe safety of the north bank of Fairy Lake after the drowning death of six year old Debbie In May Authorize Improvements At their regular monthly meeting Thursday night board members authorized purchase of mesh for hockey goal nets at an approximate cost of installation of eavestroughlng on the south wall installation of two new sets of steps leading to the lower part of the arena on the inside Installation of a new fire door on the south side wall and purchase of a Scott air pack for the arenas engine room Purchase of the Scott air pack was among recommendations made to the board earlier in the meeting by Herb Dodds representing Acton Firefighters In addition to purchase of the air Mr suggested installation of panic bars on doors leading out of the room because of the possibility of ammonia escaping from the ice making machine Routine inspection Mr explained Firefighters had carried out a routine Inspection of the arena but added they were not forcing the board into anything lust making important suggestions Other suggestions made by Mr Dodds Included Installation of emergency exits on both the north and south walls and transfer of all exit lights to a constant source of hydro so that they may be left on at all times The board also agreed to take a firm stand on prohibition of smoking In the arena proper TOP DRIVERS AT Acton Speedway Ron White centre admires were presented with trophies at the which went to six cylinder tracks annual dinner and dance at Larry and eight Acton Legion Friday night Track champion Murray Wallace Staff Photo TICKETS FOR the H L game Dec were won by Harvey Lambert left and Basil Pozarski right In a draw at Beardmore and Co which concluded the respiratory testing there Other winner was Hank Presenting the tickets is C centre president Halton Tuberculosis and Respiratory Disease Association Staff Photo Town Continued from Glen McKenzie Brian Storey Bob Krul and Jim handled the Los Angeles scoring picked up two assists and Storey Gary Masters and John Jordan collected one apiece Bantams play Sringate Acton Legion house league bantams play host to bantams this Saturday afternoon at the community centre at 3 30 how to get ahead in death Enjoy eternal life You can you know if you read understand and believe the Bible So why wait Let us send you our FREE Bible Correspondence Course Its an Interesting systematic study plan you can do at your leisure in your home Send today Studies P O Box ACTON Ontario Interested in ttie Bible lend I understand no one on me But I may call on Name For a Planned Future REELECT BILL COATS COUNCILLOR Town of Acton Councillor Orval Chapman suggested the erection of more No Smoking signs and chairman Peter Marks thought the board should Investigate what they could do in the way of enforcing prohibition of smoking besides asking offenders to leave the building Smoking will be permitted in the stone portion of the building however Expenditures necessary Commenting on expenditures from the budgetary surplus chairman Marks emphasized the board was not getting rid of money for the sake of getting rid of it Expenditures being made were very necessary and would have to be made next year any way he said Other suggestions made but not authorized included Inspection of wiring in connection with the lighting system Installation of door Jams painting of the Interior walls of the arena proper Installation of radiant heaters insulation of the roof of the arena proper purchase of extra tables and chairs for public events in the arena Installation of around the arena ice surface and purchase of an floor washer Insulation had been suggested Hugh Patterson attending his NOMINATIONS Continued from Page financial report which he concluded Justified the commissions Increasing the rates However the cost of power will go up again per cent Jan 1 he Is very concerned that the rate will have to be Increased again mavbe next summer Bob said Its difficult to oppose as friendly a man as Duby there been little we can complain about but we have to give the people of the town an alternative I have the ability and desire and honestly believe I be of benefit Mayor Duby returned the compliment theres another nice guy He said he welcomed the contest However with regional coming he felt as much experience as possible was called for Reeve Dr Oakes said he wanted to participate In town and county business he had figures available He learned he was reeve again by acclamation after he had spoken and was applauded Dcputyrecvc Deputyreeve Ted Tyler pointed out Dr Oakes a very good chance of becoming county warden in 1971 He referred to his committee on county level said he thought investigation should begin on a new sewage plant developers should pay their own way sidewalks be in all over town and mentioned the third line trunk water line now under construction Garnet McKenzie also running for the deputyreeves seat pointed out he can retire soon and has permission to be away from the Robert Little school to fulfill county council duties He has been on council four years and recalled being frustrated at first at the various controls from senior governments He offered his experience and promised to work untiringly if elected Council hopefuls Candidates for council were called in the order named on the blackboard David who came to town three years ago introduced himself as an Air Canada pilot who likes the town and people He He would like to see the cost of lit held down senior citizens housing developed more Industry more and better recreation for Earl Masales referred to the big problem getting road project through this year and laid there would likely be problems next year Department approvals were not received Objectives Peter Marks reviewed his objectives industrial residential and business developments in healthy social growth keeping in touch with changing opinions through direct plebiscite If necessary ability to refocus and redirect public works priorities He felt a professional consultant might have to be fired due to the appalling co operation Acton receives at Queen Park The town office is doing all they can senior citizens roads and other approvals are held up As parks and recreation chairman hed hope for more Golden Age club Involvement resource personnel for teenagers some frown on spending tax money but council mast bo concerned about social as well as economic aspects Mrs Betty Eastwood as a newcomer to Acton would have an unbiased view and no pre formed ideas She offered time and sincerity and felt perhaps a womans viewpoint should be heard on council Mrs Eastwoods husband is a science teacher at the high school John said he would like to represent the townspeople on council Speaking as president of the Chamber of Commerce for the past two years he said they tried to do a good Job although perhaps a lot didnt agree He referred to the Industrial park and added that he thought cracks made about them Were uncalled for Norman Elliott Is anxious to sec a more progressive approach He doesnt see how we can progress without moderate increase in taxes A decrease would be retrogressive He would not be partisan toward labour but feels a need for a nonprofessional non- businessman on council Too much time Is spent on the wrong kind of dialogue However his platform would not be one of criticism Mr Elliott was nominated two years a go but declined to stand Fourabsent Councillors absent when their names were called were Jack Greer Orval Chapman and Bill Coats three incumbents and BUI Williams Mr Williams has been on council before BROS MEAT MARKET MAPLE LEAF LB SIDE BACON 69 Small Link SAUSAGE 69V RED BRAND BEEF Lean Shoulder Roast 75 Choice Boneless PRIME RIB ROAST LEAN BLADE SHORT RIB ROAST 79 Choice Wing Steaks Lean Ground Chuck 75 FOR YOUR FREEZER red brand beef Sides Fronts 58 Hinds 83 BROS MODERN MEAT MARKET 77 Mill E Acton than DAILY DELIVERY Hydro Commissions turn Ted Tyler said hes been in town since in business 40 years has been councillor deputy reeve and mayor on hydro 20odd years gives him much experience Bill Denny has been In town years has been councillor deputyreeve He has the time now he is retired and would be happy to serve However he decided not to quality Tuesday Mr MacArthur was sick and Mr reporting earlier Mr Brown and Mr Manning had left by the time they were called Tom Watson arrived In the door from Just In tune to wind up the list He Informed his dwindling audience his opposition for the one school board seat is Mr not come to the meeting reviewed his two years as reported in the account of the nomination meeting I vitally interested vicinity of for Insulation of the roof four years ago Ian also attended his first meeting since being appointed to the board last month first meeting since tie was Chairman Marks chaired the meetng vice Bob explained InsulaUon of the roof board member had been suggested to a previous were absent board but had not been approved secretary Doris was because a condensation authorized to pay the financla problem that affected curling Ice statement for the month of I tober mount Of HI on the board prior to Arena Major icm was manager Harold Townsley to Engineering for retailed receiving a price in the repairs t0 wa The Acton Free Wedn November 1970 council t subsidize minor Challenged Mr Weldon Is council prepared to take over the program Mr Marks agreed there a working arm of about people providing sports for 500 children Inserted the mayor in no way can it be an assessment against everybody When told council would take another look Mr said gloomily they might take It alone or I wouldnt be here he concluded Few questions took the agenda from Its formal pace However the few sparks the evening generated flew after Brendan asked to hear a report from parks board Mr Marks happily obliged readily citing figures and facts parks it was another year for marking time with the budget cut by council The arena is in safe condition now with the south wall rebuilt but more must be done In the overall analysis park and recreation board members were not dissatisfied with council Hie time 13 ripe to offer to purchase land around the lake from as a green belt In reply to question Mr Marks said land ownership behind the arena is a stick situation snowmobiles are prohibited on parks property Don lindsay asked about the substantial increase In Ice rates John Weldon went on to ask why ROBERT HAMILTON OPTOMETRIST 16 aw Road Georgetown M A RESTAURANT QUEEN ST ACTON WEEKEND SPECIALS THURSDAY ONLY Homemade Soup Braised Beef Vegetable ONLY Dessert Beverage 140 FRIDAY ONLY Homemade Soup Roast Leg of Lamb 1 Vegetable ONLY I Dessert Beverage Plan To Bring The Family The North Association for the Mentally Retarded would like to thank all the North Halton Merchants and Businesses who donated goods for the Auction Sale The help you have extended tor a new workshop is much appreciated A special thanks to the auctioneer Mr ho uteri and staff VOTE Duby For Mayor MUNICIPAL SERVICE Years Council Experience as Mayor as Councillor Past President and Continuing Executive Member of the Village Section Ontario Municipal Association Executive Member Association Ontario Mayors Reeves Committee on Rehabilitation of Pits Quarries Committeeon Urban Renewal In the Past President and now a Member At Large of the Central Ontario Regional Development Council 11 Years Library Board Years Hydro Commission 8 Years Development Commission OTHER Past President Branch Royal Canadian Legion R C A Veteran Canada Overseas This Experience Was YOUR investment Why Not The Dividends A vote for mo get two Ont for ACTON And on for TOUR VOTE WILL BE APPRECIATED DUBY A X MAYOR