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Minister of Transportation ends consideration of Alternative 4-3 The Ontario Minister of Transportation has decided to end consideration of Alternative 4-3 of the GTA West Corridor Study. On Tuesday May 15, Wellington-Halton Hills MPP Ted Arnott tabled a resolution in the Ontario Legislature calling upon the Minister of Transportation to publically announce that the Ministry would not proceed with Alternative 4-3. Less than 24 hours after that resolution was tabled, the Minister decided to deal with the issue and the Town of Halton Hills was informed of the decision in a meeting between Transportation Minister Bob Chiarelli and Mayor Rick Bonnette late yesterday afternoon. Mr. Arnott made a statement in the Legislature last Thursday afternoon, passing along the thanks of the community. "On behalf of the people of Wellington-Halton Hills, I want to thank the Minister of Transportation for his decision to cancel Alternative 4-3 of the GTA West Corridor Study," Mr. Arnott told the Legislature. Mr. Arnott also recognized local efforts in achieving this outcome. "I want to thank the countless individuals who have worked so tirelessly to bring about this resolution," said Mr. Arnott. "The Town of Halton Hills Council and Halton Regional Council, and the members of CRASHH, especially Wendy Bruchal, for all the work that they have done." "This victory belongs to them," he added. In addition to this week's resolution, he has raised the issue in the Legislature on multiple occasions, including directing questions to the Premier in Question Period and delivering a Member's Statement outlining local concerns. Other measures he has taken include writing and speaking directly to both the Minister of Transportation and the Premier, drafting a petition, and pushing for a briefing with senior officials at the Ministry of Transportation. 2 THE NEW TANNER THURSDAY, MAY 24, 2012 The Halton Regional Police Service is investigating a break and enter to the Scotsdale farmhouse in Halton Hills. Sometime between 8:00 p.m. on May 5th and 6:30 a.m. on May 6th, unknown suspect(s) entered an unoccupied farmhouse at Scotsdale Farm, located on Trafalgar Road, through the side door, using a fire extinguisher to prop the door open. The suspect(s) proceeded to the basement, rummaged through a wooden cabinet, and left the house emptyhanded. Nothing was damaged or taken. Anyone with information on this or any other crime is asked to call Crime Stoppers at 1-800222-8477 (TIPS), through PROGRAMS Mondays starting May 28th 7:15pm - Gentle Yoga (5 weeks) Tuesdays starting May 22nd 9:30am - Gentle Yoga Stretch (6 weeks) Thursdays starting May 24th 7:15pm - Gentle Yoga (6 weeks) SPRING YOGA the web at www.haltoncrimestoppers.com or by texting "Tip201" with your message to 274637 (CRIMES). No odour found Around 11 a.m., on May 19, firefighters responded to a report of unknown odour in the basement of a unit at 53 Cook Street. The crew used a gas monitor and carbon monoxide detector, nothing was identified and no odour was found. Lack of permit On Sunday, May 20 the Fire Department responded to a report of a barn fire, on Sixth Line. It turned out to be an unauthorized burn; the owner did not have a permit to burn and was advised on the protocols of obtaining one. DUMMY IN DISTRESS: Halton Regional Chair Gary Carr receives instruction from Halton Paramedic Scott Kubacki during Halton's EMS Week event in which Halton Regional Councillors went through informal training to gain a better understanding of the work paramedics do everyday. ­ Submitted photo Halton Region celebrates EMS Week Halton Regional Councillors participated in Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Week by going through some informal training to gain a better understanding of the work paramedics do everyday. Some of the training included ambulance driving, equipment orientation, and a variety of emergency treatments such as the administration of medication. "Anyone who has found themselves in the care of Halton's Paramedics knows they are being helped by individuals who give it their all," said Regional Chair Gary Carr. "They train extensively to ensure they are able to provide the best possible care to Halton residents." EMS Week is an international event held annually on the third week of May which celebrates paramedicine and raises awareness of the vital role of EMS. This year's theme is "EMS: Not just a job ­ a calling". H a l t o n 's P a r a m e d ics provide advanced and basic pre-hospital emergency care to Halton residents responding from 11 ambulance stations strategically located throughout the Region. Halton EMS responds to more than 50,000 calls for service each year. For more information on Halton Region EMS, dial 311 or visit www. halton.ca/ems. North Halton Astonomy is looking for a new logo for its club. The logo should incorporate the spirit of Halton Hills and a Space theme. The winner will be announced at the TRANSIT OF VENUS solar spectacular held at the Acton Library June 5th 2012. Prizes for all entries. There will be one grand prize along with your own private Star Party for you and 10 friends. REWARD Stag & Doe Get busy Kids! Check out our website: www.stayingalivefitness.com E-mail entries to: northhaltonastronomy@yahoo.ca For details call David Quinn 519-853-0675 Call 519-853-2650 11 Main St. N., Acton "Who needs Hollywood... We look at real stars!" NORTH HALTON ASTRONOMY Sharon Norris & Ken McIsaac Saturday, June 2, 2012 Acton Legion - Games Room 8 p.m. Food, Games & Prizes!