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I. fn I~irT . ~no~wjJ~k ~ -.- ....L ~ MI.il,, 1 ~jii7~ronoWéeIùy Ttmes, Welnesday, November 19,1997. Winner of "Sing A long Messiah "tickets Murray Taylor, president of the Orono BIA, hands Henry Sissons four tickets to the 'Sing Along Messiah' at the Orono United Churchi, December 6. Mr. Sissons won the tick- ets during the Durham Countryside Adventure. Downtown stores entered ra- fie tickets for customiers miak- SQetayi ng In Touch John O'TooIe Durham East MPP This has been a very busy constituency week. My sched- ule has been completely filled with the municipal election, Remnembrance Day cere- monies, meetings with Durham College Board and a number of meetings in mny constituency office. In the evenmngs, 1 met with parents and teachers at education forums in the Port Perry High School and Ashburn Community Hall. I attended two section 27 schools (young people involved with the courts) as well as the Cartwright High School Graduation. I was not invited bo the Bill 160 forum held in Newcastle but amn very will- ing to attend wlth any group that wish to discuss any issue. Please read the Sunday Sun, Christina Blizzard's arti- cle on Bill 160. Just as 1 said, Bill 160 amnends the existing Education Act. Most of the exact wordling froma the cur- rent Education Act is repeat- ed in our Bill 160. Teacher's senlority is ensured, princi- pal and vice-principals ser- ing purchases in their stores during the Countryside Adventure Iast Septemtber. The winning ticket was drawn by Gail Empey. Mr. Sissons was thrilled with the tickets. Thoughi he dlaimis fot to be a singer, hie is looking forward 10 an evening of great music. vice is ensured as well as community input is ensured through-- school community counceils and elected trustees, The two most satisfying events of this past week were the Blackstock Cartwright High School graduation and the Santa Claus Parade in Bowmnanville. Th'le entire Cartwright Higli School com- munity should be extremely proud. I believe this is the smallest higli school with under 200 students (grade 9 to OAC). 0f the 33 graduiates, 17 were Ontario Schiolars and they have the highest percent of students in a secondary school who are continuing their post secondary educa- tion at university or college. There were many outstand- ing students but Ms. Jen Parsons, the valedictorian was truly amiazing. Ms. Pars ons achieved an average of 95.8% while also beiixg the student council president and participant in most school activities. Congratulations to everyone. The setting for the 36th annual Bowmanville Santa Claus Parade was per- fect wih le new snowfall and a bifht unny Saturday anda rfight hlage turri out made the wf-oie town cor-ne alive. This evnt put my week in perspectiÇ,e as 1 watched many beautiful Young chli- dren smiliyg and waving mnnocently jfi hope and antic - ipation of calching a glimpse of Santa. Tple contrast this week betweefl the somber and reflective parades of Remembraxipe Day and the Santa Claus parade make mie realize that tiie world is not al dark and flllkd with anger and protests. miýs is the season to be charitible and extend goodwill to all mankind. Kevin Anyan's cup of hot chocolate on thie paradec, route wa s most appreciated. On Monlday, November 17th, the legislature returus for the winter session until Christmas. As everyone is aware, tths ýill be a very busy session ith lmany pieces Of legisiation to be debated. I will attempt to k@eP you informed through thi@ article and in response to letters and tele- phone calîs. The sad, ilntimely death of 15 year old Adam Hicks this past week ruakes me very upset. We must have improved services for our youth. I -#Il hbe certainly bringing thi6 situation to the appropriate ministries. The long awaitedl youth drop-in centre in BiOwmanville cer- tainly is orxe step toward meeting the,- needs of our youth. The 1lion. Dianne Cunninighaïm-1 Minister of Intergoverriiental Affairs has launched -ajpublic consulta- tion proceý,s on National Unity. This rnon-partisan pro- cess is designed to hear from all citizens. There will be a direct mail out to every househiold, caîl free 1-800- 695-4045 ('lTY 1-800-263- 7776), fax 1-888-258-1940 or online at Website www.ontar- iospeaks.com . Your views can also be forwarded to me at: 75 King Street E., Bowmanville LiC 1N4. (905) 697-1501 or 1-800-661- 2433. In the event of a postal strike, any provincial govern- ment mail can be dropped off at any govenment office and it will be forwarded to the appropriate mlnistry. Finance Minister, the Hon. E rnie Eves has released the Statistics Canada economic report card through October 1997, According to indepen- dent reports, Standard & Poor's states that "Ontarlo's economy is expected to lead the rest of Canada in terms of real domestic product growth In 1997-98"; the. Bank of Montreal reports, "Ontario's economy became red hot in 1997 and is likely to remain s0 through 1998, growing at a 5% pace in both years. This is well ahead of their predictions for Canada as a whole with 3.8%1/othis year, and 4.4% in 1998",. We have created 269,000 private sector jobs since we were elected in June 1995. Youth employment in Septembe --I am 1cnfidnt- that our plan will benefit every sector of our economy. Jobs are the main focus of our plan. The best welfare solution is job creation. We are comniitted to doing exact- ly what we promiised. A-s your elected represen- tative, I reaILze It is My duty to listen. "I have learned that you can't expect your chldren to listen to your advice and ignore your examnple". Orono Senior Cees News Our Christmas Turkey Dinner served by th e Rebekalis was excellent. There were 45 attending f'or dinner and 10 tables stayed for cards. After a short meeting we played 8 gamnes of euchre. The winners were Thelma Vagg 71, Ray Staples and Ruth Grady tied with 67, Hilda Tamnblyn was low. On. the last deal of the game Marie Couroux got a lone hand so won the bingo prize. We will have our regular meeting and card party on December 11. to ail who supported me throughout the recent municipal election. 1 look forward to represent- ing ail constituents in Wards 3 and 4 as your LRegional Councillor for the next three years. Sr incerely, John Mutton BY-LAW NO. 93-144 Formai Notice to Clean Snow and Ice from Sidewalks Occupants and property ow ners are required to remnove snow and ice from the public sidewalks in front of, and beside their properties WITHIN 12 HOURS after a fali of snow, freezing rain, or hail and to KEEP THEM CLEAR. These requiremnents apply whether or flot a house or any other building is erected on the property. If you fail to clear and keep clear the entire surface of sidewalks abutting your property, the Municipality will remnove the snow and ice and charge the cost of such removal to the property owner's realty taxes. Clearing snow and ice makes the Municipality's -side- walks safer for ALL pedestrians. Your co-operation in keeping sidewalks clear of snow and ice AT ALL TIMES will be apprecie-ted. CMr~UICIPALITY OF Dates of Publication: Nov. 17, Dec. 22,1997& Jan. 26, Feb. 16, Mar,1, 1998 Heather Jones By-Law Enforcementlclerks Telephone: (905) 623-3379, Municipality of Clarington 40 Temperanoe St. Bowrnanvî"e Lic 3A6 P.O. #6093 THANK YOU AM ýq %ej j ýjR la@ 1: 1 iý millujL,