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Orono Weekly Times, Wednesday, March 7, 1984 - 3 by Roy Forrester "IS THERE A BETTER WAY?" The Toronto Transit Com- mission through one of their promotional advertisements pose the question "Is there a better way?" Of course they are referring to transit in the City of Toronto and do make a good case to TTC rather than drive the family four- wheeler into the city. This ail came to mind last week when I was to take a flight from the Pearson Inter- national Airport in Toronto to New Brunswick and to return the following day. I was also mindful of past ex- periences; flat tire, blown rad hose and blown transmission which created a determina- tion that I would never drive to the airport again. Add to this the fact I detest finding that parking space. I did take the time this trip to make necessary ar- rangements with Trentway in Peterborough to transport to and from the airport and it was all so easy. Actually the trip by scheduled bus to Toronto and back was most enjoyable for I had nothing to worry about and could either put my head back and doze or on the other hand watch the world go by from a comfortable seat well above the action on the busy highway below. Problems I didn't have. I was dropped off right at the departure door an hour before flight time and picked up upon my return a mere twenty minutes following my arrival for the trip home to Orono. Cost, I thought, was reasonable, $25.20 for the round trip and with no flat tire, nor no blown hose or transmission. Really I did en- joy the voyage to the airport and back as never before. Trentway in Peterborough do operate an airport bus ser- vice which passes along Highway 115 having, I think, three daily scheduled trips with pick-up in this area at either the Oasis Restaurant, north of Orono, or at the Fly- ing Dutchman in Bowman- ville. I ask you, "Is there a better way?" No matter what your answer is I'm sold on it. I'm certainly satisfied with the decision that was made to travel by bus to Toronto but before you think I'm getting smarter I should outline the conditions that prevailed at the moment of final decision. I would like you to give me full credit for a wise choice but then I have to be honest to at least a certain degree. A half-ton truck did battle with the side of the Phoenix about two weeks ago while I was driving to work and is laid up for a three week period for major repairs. I then borrowed Donna's car as I do need a set of wheels for business and was enjoying the feel of some real metal around me for a change. Then old man winter returned with a real snow blizzard a week ago Monday and Tuesday. Returning from Bowman- ville late in the evening on Tuesday night I was con- fronted with a snow bank on the short connecting link from Highway 2 to 115 which brought the immediate reac- tion to tramp the gas to floor and burst through the build- up of snow. Wel1 I made it as far as the accumulation of snow was concerned but in doing so riped the catalytic convertor, muffler and tail pipe and anything else that was attach- ed off from under the car and dragged it home. Needless to say the auto was in for repairs on Thurs- day and if I had had any doubts of going by bus they were elminated with all the material from under the car. This required that nephew Ronnie had to be rosted out of bed at four a.m. Thursday for my pick-up at five in Bowmanville and flight out at seven o'clock. I do take the benefit of the doubt however in making a wise decision on the bus but then others might not be quite as generous having the knowledge under what cir- cumstances that decision was made. If that was all my problems over the past few weeks I would be satisfied and could cope but on returning home I found the hydraulic system on the paper cutter had blown and spent most of Monday morning making ar- rangements to have a new cylinder flown up from the U.S. It never snows but bliz- zards. I have put off my retire- ment from work from the in- tended January lst, 1995 to September lst, 1995. From Around the Region Solina Centre Needs $40,000.00. The Solina Centre Board of Management has informed council they will need an estimated $40,000.00 for im- provements to the centre. The Board points to $10,000 to meet renovations needed to meet fire safety regulations being imposed and as well $1,500 to upgrade facilities to meet public tlealth standards. Council took no action but renovations required for fire safety and public health will be among other such renova- tions that may be required by other community centres resulting from an inspection of all community hall bein'g undertaken. When such a report is handed to council consideration will be given to ail renovations required. Start preparatory work on GO-ALRT Work in preparation for SAround Home the GO-ALRT rail system between Pickering and Oshawa is to get underway this May when six contracts will be let and work started. These works will be in a stretch of tfie line from Pickering to Henry Street in Whitby and include work at interchanges and as well grading and laying down road bed for the 6 km stretch of rail line. It also prepares for the relocation of the way- scales in the area. Opposes free Oshawa downtown parking Oshawa downtown businessmen are opposed to free parking in the downtown area.after 6 p.m. Downtown businessmen expect the lose of revenue in an estimated amount of $48,000 would have to be paid by the businessmen themselves. It has also been pointed out that citizens in other parts ofthe city should not have to help pay for the estimated shortfall if the cost is not to be borne by the business pro- perties. Rules out development into Second Marsh -The Oshawa Harbour Task Force made public last week proposes that future expan- sion of the Oshawa Harbour should proceed south into Lake Ontario rather than ex- panding into the Oshawa Se- cond Marsh. It has been suggested that development into the lake be undertaken in three stages at an estimated cost of $38 million. The Harbour Commission would like to see stage one proceed as soon as possible at a cost of $5 million to allow one more birthing space at the harbour. The commission is to their report to Ottawa in the near future and push for develop- ment. Marketing in Europe for local industries Two representatives have returned from a month in Germany promoting the pro- ducts of Wooden Toy Com- pany and Glenholme Design Inc. Both companies are operated by the Oshawa District Association for the Mentally Retarded to help handicapped adults learn job skills. 80 people are currently employed through the two companies. The products are marketed strictly On their own merit and there is never a mention of the fact they are produced by mentally retarded adults. Lack of funds may close women's hostel - Oshawa The Oshawa alcohol and drug treatment centre for women, Destiny Manor, may be forced to close its doors if it does not receive emergency funding. An appeal has been made to the Durham Region social services committee for some $14,000 to keep the centre open. The centre wants the Region to increase the per diem bed funding from $17.60 to $22.80. The centre treated 53 peo- ple in 1983. In 1983 the federal govern- ment withdrew a Canada Development Grant of $43,900.00. The Centre has nine beds. JOHN BREEN "A Tribute For John" Region supports Project Auberge Regional council has come out in support of Project Auberge, a 15-bed facility for abused women throughout Durham Region. Regional council voted 20 to 5 in favour of alotting $13,600 in funding for the project. The remainder of the monies is provided through the Provincial governrment. Diane Hamre, chairman of social services, supported the funding stating the Region had an obligation to provide adequate care and service to all citizens of the Region. She further stated that family violence was an ongoing pro- blem. "You have an obliga- tion to protect people the same as you have in caring for asphait roads," she said. UAW want increased .pensions for pensioners * Local 222 of the UAW union are asking that pen- sions be the top priority in contract demands this year. Local members are to attend a union convention in the U.S. this week to support the top priority demand. Pensioners with 30 years service at GM of Canada now receive $935 a month. The Union is looking for this to reise to $1500.00. The union is also calling for a cost-of-living clause to be built into the pension payments and as awell a result of the personal paid holidays which was lost in the last contract. Seriously considering a fish ladder at Vanstone's Dam The Ministry of Natural Resources is considering a fish ladder to help fish over Vanstone's Mill dam during spawning periods.The pro- posal has been presented of late by the Bowmanville Creek Angler's Association but until last Friday no great response was forthcoming from the Ministry. The first step to such a lad- der is an in-depth study of Bowmanville Creek which is to be undertaken by a private consulting firm. A study, last year by the Ministry, deter- mined that Bowmanville Creek was as well suited for spawning as is the Wilmot Creek. The Bowmanville Creek Anglers Association had received plans for a ladder from British Columbia and were contemplating construc- Fresh from the Tropics BANANAS day. He was always helping others And no one would he harm, If you seemed depressed He'd pick you up with all his wit .nd charm. So, for your husband and a father There will never be an end, For although he is not here physically, His spirits still a friend. Paul Jones ting the ladder themselves through support of local fun- ding. One-Parent dance and annual conference The Durham District Council of One-Parent Familes Association of Canada will be holding its an- nual conference and dance on March 10th. The subject for the con- ference will be divorce, separation, remarriage and common-law relationships. The public is invited to the conference starting at 10 a.m. Fee $2.00. 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