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16 THE NEW TANNER THURSDAY, JULY 22, 2004 MEMORY GARDENS: Residents and motorists on their way past can't help but be impressed by Memory Gardens on Main St. N. Acton, along the banks of the School Creek. The area has been transformed mainly by the work of John and Marg Creasey of the Acton Horticultural Society while Citizen of the Year Max MacSween, society president, has also achieved another transformation along the creek bed and further banks with indigenous wetland plants. They've also done another transformation on the new entrance to the Eliza- Halton approves Strategic Plan Halton Regional Council approved Halton's 2004-2006 Strategic Plan on July 14, concluding a five-month process that included council workshops, a town hall session and public consultation. Halton's new Strategic Plan focuses on four major themes -- Managed Growth, Eco- nomic Prosperity, Services to People and Effective Halton Region. "While building on Halton's past suc- cesses, the new plan sets out Council's vision and priorities for this term and be- yond," said Regional Chairman Joyce Savoline. "The plan's themes reflect Coun- cil's commitment to maintaining our high quality of life for all citizens of Halton. The Plan recognizes the importance of manag- ing growth in an environmentally and financially responsible manner, and the need to provide a strong public health and social services infrastructure while remain- ing fiscally accountable." As part of an ongoing process, perform- ance measures will be developed and reported on regularly to Regional council and the public. Regional staff will also con- tinue to develop strong linkages between the Strategic Plan, Standing Committee Operational Plans, the Region's annual Budget and Business Plan and departmen- tal work plans. "The Strategic and Operational Plans will guide the work of the Region and provide direction to staff in meeting the opportuni- ties that lie ahead," said Brent Marshall, CAO, Halton Region. "I look forward to continuing our work toward achieving the goals and actions set out in the Plans." The 2004-2006 Strategic Plan and the 2004-2005 Operational Plans will be avail- able on the Region's website at www.region.halton.on.ca. beth Drive Rotary Park from Main St.. Flowers and plants along the entrance are maturing now and join Memory Gardens in making the area a place to enjoy. Benches are in Memory Gardens for those who love to enjoy the area. ACTON SENIORS Rec CENTRE Br Eileen Dix After my last week's col- umn the bus trip to Casino Rama started filling up, so we are looking forward to hav- ing some new faces on board to share in the fun. The trip is on Wednesday, July 28, leaving the Centre at 8:45 a.m., and returning around 6 p.m. For $5 you get the coach ride, a delicious lunch, and a chance to have "Lady Luck" smile on you! For this trip you don't need to be a senior or a member of the centre -- come join us! Call Ruth 853-5124 as the bus is filling up fast! Another upcoming trip still has a few spots. The Cruise, BBQ, and Theatre at the Orillia Sunshine Festival. This is on Wednesday, Au- gust 18, and non-members are welcome to join us. The cost is $81 for members, and $84 for non-members. Call the centre 853-5951. OPP uncover pot grow on Eighth Line, Erin Officers from Wellington OPP responded to a 911 call at a residence on the Eighth Line of Erin on Monday, July 19 at 2:16 a.m. There was no answer at the door, so police entered the residence to dis- cover a small marijuana grow operation inside. Thirty-five plants were seized along with some hydroponic grow equipment. The hydro had also been altered. Total value of the marijuana seized is es- timated at $35,000. The occupant was arrested when he returned to the residence. Timothy R. Turner, 44 of Erin, was arrested and faces charges of Production of Marijuana and Possession of Marijuana. He was held in custody pending a bail hear- ing at.Guelph Court the same morning. BREAK AND ENTER Sometime between 6:45 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. on Mon- day, July 19, unknown suspect(s) broke into a resi- dence on the Ninth Line of Erin Township.- The suspect(s) gained entry by forcing open the rear door and once inside, they re- moved a quanity of cash, jewellery, a camera and a laptop computer. Anyone who may have any information that might assist the Police in solving this crime is asked to contact the Guelph Detachment of the County of Wellington OPP at (519) 822- 7250 or Crimestoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS. Congratulations... on graduating from John ee Koss an Ontario Scholax. 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