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8 The Canadian Statesman, Bowmanvile, January 18, 1978 Section Two Rotary Club Told Youth ,Wvvork Enlivens Service Club Program Members of Council, Staff and Citizens, we are now. at the beginning of our second year of this Council's termn of office. In reviewing the first year of operation, significant progress h as been made, yet mn some areas we have fallen short of the objectives we had hoed for. For tis past year of service, I thank ail members of Council and Staff for their co-operation and dedication as public servants. To the many people who have served this municipality in various ways as committee or board mem- bers or as volunteers in any of the community organiza- tions, sincere appreciation for your contribution. On behalf of this, Council I would express our apprecia- tion for the excellent co- opération we have received fromother levels of govern- ment, boards of education and other commissions or boards with which we are inter- related. To members of the media, for your interest and sincere efforts in communication to' the public at large the affairs of this municipality, to citi- zens in> general for your understanding, your letters, phone caîs and messages of concern,ý I am most grateful. Because this is part of the democratic system, 1 ask that ail continue to play your part in strengthening local govern- ment upon which greater responsibilities are being placed and which must con- tinue to be responsive to the electorate. Newcastle is unique as a municipality and ranks with only a few others in Ontario in terms of imminent develop- ments, rapid growth, and complex development propo- sals. Our geographical loca- tion, our 18 miles of lake front, our natural resources, our historic and cultural back- ground provides us with a source of strength and a spirit of optimism as we move forward into the year 1978. In order to discharge our duties in an acceptable manner, I suggest a few goals: 1. More dialogue between Councillors and Staff and the gathering of more information before decisions are made. 2. The immediate prepara-, tion and adoption'of a Proce- dure By-law. 3. A schedule of Committee Meetings with fewer commit- tees, each accepting a broader scope of activities. 4. Active participation by citizens with input on munici- pal matters to committees such as Culture and Recrea- tion and Planning Advisory. 5. To provide greater encouragement to public groups or organizations to peettheir views, thereby reaching for a better under- standing of municipal affairs. 6. The establishmentof an Information 'Centre, co- operation with other agencies, to provide information on matters relative to local and regional gov ernment. Some of the major issues facing this municipality in 1978 are: - An O.M.B. Hearing regard- ing Courtice Heights; - A Hearing before a Federal panel regarding the proposed Eldorado Nulear Plant at Port Granby; - Darlington Generation Sta- tion Proceeding; - The building of a water plant Disband Advisory Committee The Town of Newcastle's ,planning advisory committee has passed its last resolution but efforts are bemng made to establish a new committee of citizens to advise the munici- pality on planning matters. On a recorded vote of 5-2, Newcastle council voted, to disband the planning advisory committee during a debate last Thursday evening. The planning advisory committee consisted of six citizens, two from each of the town's wards.' In addition, school board representatives and councillors served on the board. ieir nd Of 3er- for ary are ve ible ln- ain- hin der uth you :ld for the Village of Newcastle; - A sewage treatment Plant for Bowmanville. These major projects illu- stratethe pressure there will be on this Municipality and will prove the absolute neces-' sity for the Planning Depart- ment to recognize the long- terni effects and far-reaching implications which will deter- mine our future. Proposais of long-term duration cannot be resolved by sh.ort-terni poli- dies.. The need for a water plant in Newcastle Village to be in operation by 1979 makes it imperative that we proceed imnfiediately by resolving a plan for the village within the guidelines of the Regional Officiai Plan. I.believe that aIl of the hurdiles have been crossed s0 that the Senior Citizens Lodge in Orono can proceed this year and am hope ful that plans for similar accommodation in Bowmanvilie will proceed as engineering problenis are being resoived. Arenas ln Newcastie and Orono which were dcosed by Ministerial Order are, being r ebult and t wiii be openied this year. Participation House, a, home for handicapped adults may begin construction this year. An indoor swimming pool project sponsored by localcitizens is moving ahead and may get started this year. A special tribute to ail who are working on these projects. An addition to the Works Depot in Ward One will be buiit, financed completely ,without debenture. I recom- mend that plans be completed and tenders called for a Fîre Hall and Equipment at Cour- tîce as soon as possible. Studies initiated two years ago for the rebuilding and refurbishing of Front Street in Bowmanville will thîs year beconie a reaîity and a Traffic Study for Bowmanville should be compieted. Stormi drainage studies for Bowmanville should be completed this year and we shouid proceed with similar studies on drainage- problems la both Orono and Hampton. We. must continue toward the development and re-development of the com- mercial and urban cores of DIRI< BRINKWMAN " Scugog st., Bowrnanvllie 623-3621 State Farm Fine and ('asualty Companîy NEXT WEEK ONLY lastercharge acceptéd NOW SAVE $13.50 on iop quality National Brand bifocal eyeglasses expertiv finished to your prescription in vour choice of KRYPTOK, FLAT-TOP or EXEC UTIVE styled lenses. Complete ssuîh the frarne of your choice (and King Optical nos' has rnany nexs and t. \citing frame fashions to choose troni). Better hurry ..-this sale ends next Saturday. Camp/eeSngle r - stuCv s sssw aesiio1$2.0 K1 GOP T1,IlC%.à0 23 Bond Street E. Oshawa a 728-1261 Stage Warm Up for First Winter Golf Classic It may take a littie longer than usual for golfers participatingin the area's first January Golf Classic to get into the swing of things. But once the piayers warm up, the game should offer as much fun as golfing on balmy summer day, according to organizers of the event. To grave their point, three Rotary and Jaycee Club members rolled Up their pantlegs and headed out for the driving range. Shown above practising for the event, left ta right, are Rotary Club President Morley Watson, Jaycee Larry Pooler and Rotarian John Manuel, As one new angle on the game, the players are allowed to use coloredi golf halls to help in finding them after the tee-off. They'll also use hao a o s in place of cups on the 'greens'. The event is scheduled for January 28th at the Bowmanville Golf and Çountry Club. o)ur main centres and we must proceed with whatever plan- ning is necessary for small urban areas and our various hanilets in order that their identity is maintained and their social and economic viability enhanced. Planning must not be urban oriented only but must recognize the, various life styles and the differences in> the standard of' services required in the rural areas. We should consider through our Cpmmunity Ser- vices departmnent the cultural and recreational needs of people of ail ages and continue to work along with school boards, service clubs and other agencies in making the maximum use of facilities, providing the opportunity for self-expression in the use of talents and leisure time. Our lîbrary and mnuseunis will take on greater significance and gîve greater service in 1978. Newcastle is a major muni- cipality with over 32,000 popu- lation, blessed with both human and physical resour- ces. We have now completed our Town Crest. I suggest that we should prepare a Brochure defining the total area and describîng our many resour- ces and qualities. We should cail upon ail citizens to work together in promoting and developing this municipality. Tis will serve to strengthen our economic base and enrich the quality of life. In a competitive society our very best efforts are essential in> order or keep our balance of commerce and industry along with residential growth. And while we continue to seek new industry and commercial deveiopment, we must inot overlook what we presently have. I suggest that, we give greater recognition and what- ever support we can in promoting the work and products of our present eni- ployers. In 1977 our assessment growth was aproximately 5,6 per cent - sanie as in> 1974, first year of this new municinalitv - less than the 7 per cent - 8 per cent of 1975-76, but still more than double the 2.5 per cent of 1972 - 73 prior to regional government. The fact that we are still based on 1970 assessed values, controlled by the province, creates great problems in> this munîcipality. - The inequality in> assessment results in> unfair taxation. We must continually pressure the provincial government wîth our case. The proposed market value assessment and tax reform as I have been able to analyse it, will bring some overaîl bene- fits to this area and will be a major step in> correcting the inequalities withîng. The announcement by the Ontario Treasurer last September regarding fiscal restraînts and change in> the formula of the Edmonton Committment will have seri- ous effects on this municipa- lîty - could create hardships on the taxpayers of Newcastle. Our budget should be pre- pared in> draft as soon as possible se that if need be we can further review our situa- tioni with the Provincial Trea- surer. Anticipatîng som.e factors that will influence our budget, I make a few basic sugges- tions: 1. We determine the current growth rate and as nearly as possible the growth for the next five years. 2. We evaluate programs and services, and costs of material and equipment for sanie. 3. We adopt the principle of zero budgeting. 4. We consider the tender- ing of-certain progranis and operations rather than buying equipment and hiring staff. 5. We continue policy adopt- ed four years ago of no debenturing - except and only for major capital works when proved beneficial. 6. We explore and utilize wherever possible, sources «~ revenue other than property tax. 7. Setting targets for taxa- tion - I recommend for 1978 a maximum of 5 per cent net increase. 8. Establishment of perma- nent dates for payment of taxes on a quarterly basià to coincide as nearly as possible with payments- to school boards aind region. 1978 will be, a year of challenge. I look forward to it with courage and optimisni. I invite ail of you to continue in> the spirit of co-operation which you have demonstrated in> the past. In> the responsibili- ties which faîl upon me, I will give my best effort in, the promotion and development of this municipality both within and beyond our immediate borders. In> the year ahead, niay you ail enjoy peace and prosper- Garnet B. Rickard January 9, 1978 It was the only such group operating in the Durham Region. After agreeing to disband the committee, councillors heard a notice of motion fromr Councillor Bruce Taylor re- questing that a public commit- tee to advise council on planning matters be rein- stated. His notice of motion sgetdthat a taxpayer from each of the three wards be represented on this group. The suggestion fromn Coun- cillor Taylor will be discussed at the town's next council meeting. Youth is a key word in most up of young people may be any project that involves th( organizations that are a thriv- new to the local club, but it has participation. ing part of the community. been around in other areas for Swinging elections ai Taking it one step futher, a number of years. forming the power base Rotary Club District 707 Youth Roteract, aniother éclub with- labor movements, youth sE Director John Smithson says in the Rotary movement is for vice has 'been attributed f that unless young people are young people in the 18 to saving European Rotai involved in service clubs, their 28-year-old age bracket. Di- clubs, hie noted. future could become threaten- rected toward both commun- Among its effects on the l1 ed. ity service and social acti- of a community, cities that a Mr. Smithson, a member of vism, the youth, branch is fortunate enough to ha, the Mississauga Rotary Club, 'aimed at providing its mem- Roteract observe a noticeal said that a fresh approach is bers with 'a well rounded decline in juvenile deli needed if Rotary Clubs are to program. quency after they are forme continue t-o exert an influence' in> North America and around Covering a range of ages hie added. the world. characterized by eagerness Mr mtsnaomiti The Bowmanvîlle Rotary for almost every activity that M.Siho lomit Club's guest speaker last they undertake, Roteract edthat a youth group witl week, he recommended that members are generaîly easyý the club offers the old the club should remain open to to motivate, heexplained. members of the service club the concept of having a With more to offer than any "There is more fun in you younger branch within their other organization or age work than in anything else y( ranks. group around, Roteract mem- can get involved with, " he to A Rotary Club branch made bers bring an enthusiasm to the club. 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