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www.oakvillebeaver.com The Oakville Beaver, Friday October 13, 2006 - 3 Catholic trustees okay pay hike Raise ends pay cut that came with Harris Continued from page 1 trustees are underpaid in relation to other elected officials -- will bring the stipend paid to them in line with Halton's public board. The increase, added Oakville trustee Alice Ann LeMay, will also help attract "good people" to the Board. Burlington trustee Joanne Matters said that the increase speaks to "the importance of the trustee." The Board established a Citizens' Advisory Committee to review and to determine the honoraria paid annually to trustees. A change in the Education Act modifying the amount that trustees could be paid was made earlier this year with the supporting regulation, which defined the process to be followed in determining trustee honoraria developed in July, 2006 and a provincial formula on which to base the calculations. In accordance with the regulation, the committee con- "The board established a Citizens' Advisory Committee to review and to determine the honoraria paid annually to trustees. sisted of six appointed members: three parent members of school councils and three who are community representatives of a school council. The mandate of the committee was to make recommendations regarding Trustee honoraria in two areas: to determine the maximum level of honorarium for the retroactive period of Sept. 1, 2005 to Nov. 30, 2006, and determine the maximum level of honorarium for the new term of Dec.r 1, 2006 to November 30, 2010. At Tuesday's special meeting of the Board, trustees approved the following recommendations: · The retroactive honorarium for trustees from September 1, 2005 to November 30, 2006 only be paid to the extent funding from the Ministry of Education is received; · The trustee honorarium for the new term of office beginning December 1, 2006 to November 30, 2007 not exceed the maximum allowed, as outlined in Ontario Regulation 357/06 and be established at $11,694 per trustee, plus an additional $6,324 for the Chair and $3,162.00 for the Vice Chair; · Any adjustments to the trustee honorarium from November, 2007 to November, 2010 be made in accordance with Ontario Regulation 357/06, in particular the Ontario Consumer Price Index and the Average Daily Enrolment; and · The Board forego the attendance allowance of $50 for SEAC and SALEP meetings. · Sofas STOREWIDE SALE · Bedrooms ·Dining · Barstools · Accessories 1029 Speers Road, Oakville (Speers Rd. & 4th Line) 905.842.3739 · www.joshuacreekfurniture.com Hours: Mon.-Wed. 10-6, Thurs.-Fri. 10-8, Sat. 10-6, Sun. CLOSED Two locations to serve you better N O W O P E N Hours: Tues.-Sat. 10-6, Sun.-Mon. CLOSED Now accepting American Express® Cards ® 2342 Lakeshore Rd. W., Bronte Village, Oakville 905.469.9876 Correction In Wednesday's story about Halton Regional Police addressing street level offences in the Upper Middle Road and Eighth Line area, The Oakville Beaver printed an incorrect contact number that was supplied for the public to become involved. The actual number for Constable Vince Williams is 905-825-4747. The Oakville Beaver regrets any inconvenience that may have been caused. New Fireplaces More Choices to Satisfy Customers Lease a luxurious Daniels-built Condominium at City Centre, in Mississauga! A rare opportunity! These fully finished, retirement lifestyle condominiums in Mississauga, are available for immediate occupancy. Choose from four models each with full in-suite laundry facilities and stunning views. Your all-inclusive condominium rental fee includes the privileged use of all Amica at City Centre amenities such as the indoor putting green, internet lounge, AquafitTM pool and much more! Make the move to secure, resort-style retirement living with convenient surroundings and services. A must see! Contact Ann Brady 905-803-8100 to view today! ON LY ILA AVA 4 BL E Where everything comes together ONTARIO HEARTH LTD. www.ontariohearth.com 380 Princess Royal Drive, Mississauga ON www.amica.ca 3585 Laird Rd., Unit 2 905.569.2404 Hours: Mon.-Fri. 10-5, Sat. 10-4