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4 THE GEORGETOWN GEMINI TUESDAY, DECEMBER 31 1996 Crime rate stable in Georgetown, committee told BY JAMIE HARRISON The Georgetown Gemini The monthly meeting of Georgetown's Community Consultation Committee found that, generally, crime rates in Georgetown were holding steady, with little fluctuation either way. The meeting, chaired by Doug Magwood subbing in for an ill Mary Giordano, heard from Halton Regional Police Constable Al Gross that the statistics for Novem- ber showed changes. Police saw an increase in auto entries, sex offenses, reported assaults (non- sexual), robberies, break and enters in homes, schools and other categories, thefts under $5,000, motor vehicle colli- sions with property damage and fail to remain motor ve- hicle accidents. Decreases were seen in motor vehicle accidents where personal in- juries were involved, stolen autos, thefts over $5,000, property damage, and fatal motor vehicle accidents. Discussion centred on the recent reports of counterfeit $100 bills being passed in the Georgetown area, all with the same serial number: BJC3384539 and the recent events on Edith Street, which eventually led to the arrest and a surety being posted for David Spaull. Both police and committee members ex- pressed frustration that bail could be granted given the nature of the case. Inspector Peter Gregory and Sgt. Jackie Gordon an- nounced that Dennis Demetroff would replace Nick Leoni as Georgetown's Village Constable. "T think we're very lucky to have him. We're putting him in an area that needs a little more energy. He'sa very approachable fellow," UC ed Ce eae over 10 years. through them. per annum. NOTICE TO HALTON WATER AND WASTEWATER RATEPAYERS . 1997 Water and Wastewater Rates Halton Region has approved the introduction of a special water rate (the "Watermain Charge") effective January 1, 1997, to be applied to all water consumed on or after t features of this charge include the following: 3 The "Watermain Charge" has been introduced to finance the cost of replacing seriously corroded watermains in Halton. These deteriorating watermains are resulting in safety concerns (restricted water flows for fire fighting) as well as health problems (water colour, taste and odour). e@ To address these problems a decision was taken by Regional Council to accelerate an existing cast iron watermain re- placement program. The actual replacement of deteriorated watermains is considered to be the most effective and safe solution to address the health and safety concerns. Under the approved program watermains will be replaced within a 7-year time frame, with the total cost ($111 million) financed e Regional Council reviewed options for dealing with these health and safety issues, including a lower cost option of adding chemicals to all municipal water; an approach that would mask the taste, colour and odour problems. This option was rejected because it would fail to address safety concerns resulting from restricted water flows for fire protec- tion - corroded watermains actuall It was Regional Council's decision that the safest and most complete solution to the problems with Halton's cast iron watermains was to approve the replacement option. . @ = This initiative will be funded from revenue derived directly from the "Watermain Charge" applied at the rate of 13.96¢ per cubic metre for all metered water consumption. This charge will appear as a separate line item on your utility bill and will be in place for a period of 10 years, after which time it will be removed. For the average residential rate- payer with annual water consumption of 300 cubic metres, this charge will amount to approximately $42 e The "Watermain Charge" represents the only increase in water and wastewater rates in 1997. All other components of the program have been financed at 1996 levels. For further information concerning water and wastewater rate structuré and policy, including the "Watermain Charge," contact the Region by telephoning 825-6000 (878-8113 for enquiries from Halton Hills) and asking for "Water and Wastewater Enquiries." hat date. The principal y restrict water flowing Gordon said. Anne Scheepers-Nevins, executive director of The Open Door, addressed the committee, expressing her concerns now that $17,000 in government funding has been cut, forcing the Open Door to cut services. © She estimated that on av- erage, the Open Door, located in the basement of St. George's Anglican Church, services between 35-40 youths a day, though that number has been as high as 60. The Open Door has a two partprogram: the TEAM pro- gram for young mothers runs on Mondays and Tuesdays, while the Open Door serv- ices students Wednesdays through Friday. Scheepers-Nevins also helps out in a crisis, often working as a liaison with youths in trouble. When asked how the cen- tre was doing, Scheepers- Nevins said they are "just barely limping by. The marginalized kids tend to become more marginalized." P.C. Grosse, who performs with magicians in his off-duty hours, suggested thathe could meet with his group to see about organizing a fundraiser. Scheepers- Nevins said the centre had to be careful notto solicit funds. Halton Hills Children's Chorus' A Country Christmas 'charming' It was class and charm all the way as the Halton Hills Chil- dren's Chorus presented A Country Christmas at the John Elliott Theatre last Sun- day. The concert blended sea- sonal traditions with artistry, areal sense of family whole- someness with chamber mu- sic. For their debut perform- ance, the Halton Hills Family Chorus (entire children's choir and their families) sang Sharon Dutton's arrangement of African Noel. CLARIFICATION A recent article published in The Gemini is in need of some clarification. The article about The Georgetown Farmer' s Market Cook- book indicated that the recipes had been culled together from area merchants. In fact, the recipes were contributed by vendors at the market. As well, the Farmer's Market has no formal association with the BIA. Finally, the book is only available from area merchants which display a sign in their store windows indicating the cookbook is for sale. Guest artist Debbie Tilson enraptured the audience and impressed the young singers with her powerful and mov- ing selections. The theatre proved to be the perfect set- ting for the Canadian fea- tured presentation, The Barn- yard Carols, a stunning new work presented by the Cham- ber Choir and accompanied by flute, viola and cello. The five separate carols are reflections by five differ- ent barnyard animals on the Christ Child's birth, high- lighted with instrumental col- our. The choir was caroling through the Georgetown Marketplace Dec. 18. YOUNG'S PHARMACY & HOMECARE AND MEDICAL CENTRE PHARMACY present their Healthcare Clinic on: Menopause and Hormone Replacement Therapy -The Issues- Thursday, January 9, 1997 John Elliot Theatre This is the fifth in a series of free health care clinics presented by Young's Pharmacy & Homecare and Medical Centre Pharmacy pharmacists. This lecture will be conducted by Paulette Thibault M.Sc.Phm. Evening format: - Program 7:30 - 9:30 PM - Lecture information session - Refreshments - Question and answer period Call 877-2711 for information and registration. Please register early to confirm your seat. Next Clinics: Cholesterol - February 6, 1997 Angina - March 1997 Hypertension (high blood pressure) April 1997 KCENTRAL &