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14 -Orono Weekly Times, Wednesday, October 30, 1996 - Clarington Residents AwardedFor Having Beautiful Gardens Clarington's awards for Horticultural excellence were bestowed last week upon residents from all over the Municipality. The Apple Blossom Awards are based upon how the property looks from the street front, and can only be won once every three years. Categories are divided by wards, and fall into three divisions; urban residential, rural residential, and commercial/industrial properties. In all 91 different properties across the Municipality were looked at. Above we have (front row) Bev Milford; she and her husband Todd won in the rural category for their home at 4436 Con. Rd. 1 in Clarke Township. Betty Roth took honours for her home at 9209 Grasshopper Park Rd. in Ward l's rural spot. Bruce Gagnon, representing Parkwood Village, located on 1651-1669 Nash Road took top spot as Ward l's Commercial/Industrial best. William and Ruth Cahais won for their home in rural Ward 2, while Jean and Henry Semplonius won for home at 10 Waverly Rd. in Bowmanville. Lastly Joan Anyan and Gail Berry picked up the award for Trinity United Church in Bowmanville, winner in Ward 2's Commercial/Industrial category. Other winners not present for the awards ceremony were Roger and Denise Nesbitt (Ward l's urban residential winners), Terry and Jean Graham (Ward 3's urban residen- tial winners) and John DeWitt from Long John's Antiques (Ward 3's Commercial/Industrial winner). to set aside funds to treat those with gambling addictions. Some years ago, I can remem- ber when liquor was not per- mit.ted in restaurants. I remem- ber how my parents were upset by the easy access to liquor. Today, it does not seem to be as big a problem for the majority of people. There are always abus- es, but we cannot ignore what already exists. In question period every day, health care and education are at the top of the list. Like many of you, I know there must be changes. I may be wrong, but I trust that this government does not want to ruin the great things we have. At the same time, I am confident that we can and must make changes to ensure our future and the future of our children. Jacqueline Bakker from Knox Christian School has been selected as an Ontario Legislative Page for the period October 28th to December 13th, 1996. I am proud to have another page from Durham East and am certain this will be an interesting and exciting opportunity for Jacqueline. The new "Power of Attorney" kits are now available in my office, if you would like one please call my office. I am having a round table on educational issues. Tuesday, November 12th from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. at my con- stituency office (75 King Street, Bowmanville). Space is limited so you must call to reserve a seat. 697-1501 or 1-800-661- 2433. Email me at johno'toole@ontla.ola.org. 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The public services we have all come to expect are threatened by our debt load. Each one of us must deal with our credit card and Ontario is no different than your family or mine. As my wife and I try to take care of our five children, we must sacrifice some things for their educ, tion and well being. This is my responsibili- ty not your, At the same time, I fePI an obligation to share our limited resources with those less fortunate. If I compare our family bdget with the province, we bothli have a similar problem. My wife and I must work for those priorities we determine to be of the greatest good for the greatest number. There will always be those hard choices. A new computer for our chil- dren although very important may have to give way to items like dental work or tuition fees or the basic necessities. Every family must make choices with- in their budget. The province is not much different than a fam- ily. Someone has to work to pay for all the services. Naturally, there are demands which exceed our ability to pay. We should have municipal tran- sit in Durham East, along with unlimited educational, health care and social assistance dol- lars. If anyone thinks we should increase their taxes, please give me a call. Each one of us must shoulder part of the burden. Calls for social justice by some church leaders should be tempered with their charge to feed the hungry and forgo the new addition or new organ or sound system. I agree with those union leaders who cal for job security and safe work places. I also agree with job creation. The best social pro- gram is a job. The Provincial Auditor, Erik Peters released his report this week. He said, " I am pleased that niy report is clear of any qualifications or reservations". Our Minister of Finance. the Hon. Ernie Eves is committed to making the Ontario government more accountable to taxpayers. Several announcements were made this week that you may find of interest. First, the Attorney General, Charles Harnick announced the Victims Bill of Rights. This provides legal authority for-victims of crime to be notified, upon request, if their offender escapes custody or makes an application for release. It is about time the rights of the vic- tim were put ahead of the crim- inal. Another announcement was the "Better Local Government Act", which amends the Municipal Act and 40 other statues. This act allows munic- ipalities to: * reduce the number of local politicians * simplifies the municipal election procedures and forms * the ability to manage lia- bility risks There will be more changes as the Crombie Panel brings forward their recommenda- tions. The Minister of Transportation gave a report on road safety. This incudes the automatic license suspension if impaired, more police on our roads, crack down on truck safety and support for the RIDE spot check program. Road safe- ty is a top priority with our gov- ernment. 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