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4 THE GEORGETOWN GEMINI WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 22, 1997 Council restructuring 'too late' From Page 1 will need the current number of councillors to provide a good cross section of opinion to get sensible input on the changes. "Why would we cut our numbers down because we are spooked by some Provin- cial initiatives?" Councillors did not vote on Serjeantson's suggestion for special meetings to discuss local restructuring. After the meeting Serjeantson said they would continue talk- ing about restructuring at the local level. | Connect Now! Internet Access Aztec Computer Serving North Halton Since 1988 e Local call No hidden charges Web page hosting Internet Classes software included Monthly Yearly eoesceons 9.95 8.25* Account 10 322° oS mo. Surfer = Account|: ©2 | Seo.00: | $20.75 equivalent monthly price paid in advance for one year* Aztec Computer 873-2141 348 Guelph St. Georgetown A $15.00 set up fee applies to the surfer account under 2 months and a lite account under 1 year. Additional hours $1.00 per hour. CoE FIVE VEHICLES, ONE HOME ENTERED, MOSTLY IN WEST END Valuables targeted in entries Police Detective Squad at 878-5511, Ext. 2105. Halton Regional Police, Number One District, has been plagued by thefts from vehicles in recent months. From Page 1 with stereo equipment and compact discs removed, val- ued at $1,200. Also on Moore Park Cres- cent, a 1989 Jeep Cherokee was entered. Items removed included an electric razor, eyeglasses and aftershave. The items were valued at $700. Again on Moore Park Crescent, a 1995 Honda was broken into, with a compact disc player, compact discs and games removed. Total value is placed at $750. Police are also treating as possibly related a break and enter of a home on Uplands Court, Jan. 19-20. Entry was gained through a pedestrian garage door. A Delta power mitre saw valued at $250 was taken : from the garage. a It appeared as though the living area was not entered. Police are asking that any- one who may have seen any suspicious activities Jan. 19- 20 to call Halton Regional Smash and grab nets handful of compact discs Halton Regional Police were called to the Police report a quantity of compact discs scene of a smash and grab involving aMazda__ were taken. van parked on Donaghedy Drive in George- Damage to the window and the missing town South, overnight Thursday to Friday. CD's was placed at $450. SILVER FOX: Betty Andrews gathered with friends and colleagues last Tuesday to celebrate 25 years of service at the Georgetown branch of the Bank of Montreal. Her co- workers gave her a plaque honouring the achievement. (Jamie Harrison photo) "A TIME FOR ME" A unique group experience which offers people 55 and over an opportunity to build on their strengths and enrich their lives. Acton - Tuesdays, 1-3 o'clock, Feb. 4th - March 25th Acton Baptist Church 3¢- Georgetown - Thursdays, 1-3 p.m. e Feb. 6th - March 27th Georgetown Police Station Want more information? Want to join? Call 877-1198, Supportive Housing Office, or ASSIC, 853-3310. Back By Popular Demand "HEAD START" - A small business training program for those new to the world of entrepreneurship The Halton Hills Chamber of Commerce is once again offering the "Head Start" Small Business Training Program. A ten hour course which is designed to assist entrepreneurs avoid the many pitfalls new small business owners tend to succumb to. The Course can also help established small business owners gain an advantage over competitors by learning how to develop effective administrative and economic expertise. According to the Royal Bank of Canada, "only one-half of all new businesses survive the critical first three years of operation. Usually this high failure rate stems not from owners lack of technical qualifications in their field, but rather from weak managerial and financial skills." The topics included in this ten hour course include: @ the right to legal structure = 20 steps to chartering your successful course of action = the Business Plan and why it is so important. = record keeping and Financial Statement analysis = 8 key ratios to calculate including break even point = choosing and managing your banker = cash flow projections - don't run out of fuel = market trends of the 90's = components of any marketing plan. The instructor for the course is Don Crossley, Executive Vice President of the Oakville Chamber of Commerce, who, prior to going to work with the chamber, was a small business owner for over 25 years. During most of this time Don was a part-time instructor at Sheridan College in various small business management courses. Invited guests to cach session will include: a lawyer, accountant and banker. Sessions will be a three (3) hour evening session on Thursday, followed by a seven (7) hour session Saturday. Upcoming Session Schedule: Thursday January 30th, 6 - 9 p.m. and Saturday February Ist, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Cost: $58.00 (includes GST) per person Lunch Provided Location (to be confirmed): Halton Regional Police Services Community Room 217 Guelph St., Georgetown. To Register Contact: Erin Travers (905)877-7119. Spaces are limited!