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2 - Orono weekly imes, Wednesday, April 29, 1998 Subscriptions $21.50 + $1.50 G.S.T. = $23.00/year. Publications Mail Registration No. 000368 Publishing 50 Issues Annually at the Office of Publication 5310 Main Street, P.O. Box 209, Orono, Ontario LOB IMO E-Mail Address: oronotimes@speedline.ca Phone/Fax (905) 983-5301 Publisher/ Editor Marg Zwart Change is coming As the population grows, and people start moving from the cities into the country, they often come with a vision of how the ideal country life should be lived. That ideal seldom matches the reality. Last week at council, a Courtice farmer stated that he was not opposed to the development being built beside his farm, but he did want the developer to warn potential home buyers that they would be living beside a working farm. The devel- oper did agree to do this, but I am sure it won't take long before the farner get complaints about the noise or the smell or the fertilizers used on his property. I am also sure that many city dwellers have no concept of working farm. This week council heard from two Kendal men who fear for their own safety because of non-ethical hunting practices taking place near their homes. The men are asking council to ban hunting south of the 8th concession because that area is too heavily populated to ensure public safety. It is inevitable, as population densities increase, restric- tions will be placed on activities that were once a way of life. Can you still remember the smell of fall leaves burning? Dear Marg, I purchased two tickets for pub night last week but Saturday afternoon I received a call saying there would not be any smoking allowed so why was it not printed on the tickets. I feel I should get a refund as I did not go for that reason. If the non-smokers don't like smoke stay home. Come on smokers fight back we have rights too. Mabel Vanstone April 13, 1998 backyard. ATENTION: MAYOR AND We feel very strongly'that MEMBERS OF an environmenîal impact CLARINGTON study is an important bol CIY COUNCIL that needs to be utilized to ensure no damage is done to Re: Lishman Proposal our drinking water and the surrounding lands. We as a family are com- pelled to write you this brief note urging you to make an environmental impact study necessary for the Lishman proposal. Our house and land, which consists of 29 acres, is direct- ly adjacent to the property that the Lishman's want to develop. We feel that you and coun- cil have the responsibility to us to ensure that our well water .and the environment that we live in is not nega- tively affected by what the Lishman's are proposing to do. Mr. Lishman is a world famous environmentalist. A man of his stature would be the first person to insist on an environmental impact study if someone wanted to develop an industry in his Yours truly, Roland Kuijpers Paula Kuijpers ORONO WEEKLY TIMES Serving.East Caigoanbendse 193 The regular meeting of the Newcastle Ratepayers Association was held on Thursday April 23. in the Lions Room at the Newcastle Community Hall. Pauline Storks introduced Mr. Dave Clark manager of Clarington Hydro. who gave a very informative talk. Clark explained how Municipal Hydro commissions are operat- ed independently of Ontario Hydro, who only supplies the power. Ontario's rates are COUNCI These notes were taken from the Council Meeting held on April 27, 1998. Nuclear incident over-clas- sified Mayor Hamre began the meeting by telling councillors that they were not notified of the Darlington Nuclear inci- dent Friday night, because there was no need. Mr. Bob Strickert called the Mayor at home alerting her of the situ- ation, and the protocol was put in place. Mayor Hamre stated, "I made the decision not to disturb you because there was nothing you could do." Fire Chief Creighton reported that at 6:15 his department got the call advis- ing them of the situation. At 7:30 emergency staff was in place at the Hampton works yard, were they stayed till shortly after midnight when they were advised that the emergency was over. Chief Creighton stated that "though it was unnerving since it was the first such call we were involved with, it gave us a chance to review the centre and address some changes that are needed." Bob Stickert site Vice President at the Darlington Nuclear Generating Station, addressed council with his version of events as they occurred. Strickert reported that the heavy water leak occurred at 5:00 p.m., and was isolated at 6:20 p.m. "There was no abnormal release of radio activity out- side of the station" said Strickert. The spill was cleaned up by Monday after- noon. The incident should have been declared as an abnormal incidentsaid Strickert, the shift superintendent declared an onsite emergency, which triggered all the emergency responses. Emotional presentation Mayor Hamre presented Donna Benford with an 'Act of Heroism' award. Before the Mayor made the presentation, she asked Corine Allin to say a few words about how Donna among the highest in Canada, exceeded by Nova Scotia. Clarington Hydro's operat- ing costs are among the lowest in Ontario. Eighteen employees provide a full compliment of service. Deregulation will come into effect in the year 2000 and then, individuals will be able to purchase their elec- tricity needs from a supplier of their choice. Mr. Clark, suggested that customers should check out potential suppliers very care- IL NOTES Benford saved the lives of her family last May. Corine told how she thought she was dreaming when at 5:15 a.m.she heard a voice say "hello. your house is on fire." That voice belonged to Donna Bedford. Corine went for the phone while Donna got the children up. Corine believes that if Donna had gone to the neighbours to call 911, they would never have got out of the house in time. As it was, by the time the fire department arrived, the entire front section ofithe house was engaged. "She saved my kids lives, they slept in the front of the house," stated Mrs. Allin. After the Mayor gave Donna her award, the entire Allin family joined to thank Donna themselves. Resolution on tax payments Councillor Mutton intro- duced a resolution that asks the Province to pass legisla- tion so that municipalities can pass their 1998 operating budgets. The resolution asks that: 1) Municipalities be permit- ted to issue a second interim tax bill for up to 100% ofîthe prior year's taxes for all pur- poses; 2) the province delay the transfer date of the second School Board installment from June 30th to August 31, 3) that the Province funds the cost of borrowing incurred by any municipality in order to pay the 1998 levy to the Upper Tier, or the School Boards. The resolution received unanimous support. Mayor seeks moratorium Mayor Hamre introduced a motion that asks the Province to place a moratori- um on any further Provincially legislated changes impacting local gov- ernments and the property taxpayers until those changes already in process are com- pleted and known. This motion also received unanimous support in a recorded vote. Where can I use Hydroponies? (NC) Use hyroponics in your kntchen to grow tresh cooking herbs or enrich your living area with an array of tropicals and bright flowers. Designatin a corner of vour basernent or spare room will bring an endless supply of tresh produce to your table. information call 1-800-INFO-GRO or on the web at www.hydroponic.com fully before signïng any con- tracts. President Willie Woo thanked Mr. Cldrk. Skateboard ramps are now being repaired, and laws will soon be in place to limit skate- boarding to specified areas. Brenton Rickard reported that 75th Anniversary Celebrations for the Community Hall will take place from Wed. Oct. 21 to Sun. Oct. 25, and any nput by the NRA will be welcome. Murray Paterson suggested that NRA efforts could be used, helping at Sunday services, etc. Murray, also suggested possi- bly marketing sweatshirts, hats and, or other souvenirs. Councillor Charlie Trim presented highlights of Clarington's Capital Budget that has been approved. The following list covers specific items approved for Ward 4 area; Park fencing and furniture - $11,000; Lions pool (spinal board) - $400; Site study for new library - $10,000; Fire Hall (door replacement) - $8,000; Community Hall (addi- tion) - $35,000; Arena (parking lot) - $25,000; Beaver St. N. to Andrew, (2nd paving)-$32,000; Storm Sewer, George St. to North St. - $20,000. Councillor John Mutton reported that an additional street light will be installed at King & Mill Sts. to brighten up that corner. There will be more 50km per signs installed on Mill St. S., bicycle and skate board problems will also be addressed by council. The Kaitlin Group is doing an understudy report on the CNR underpass. A new fire hall is being planned for the village in 1999 or 2000. There will be no increase in the local operating budget unless the Province, in their down loading, forces one. A 4.5% increase in the capital budget can be expected and John will keep the board informed. Grass cutting at the 401 interchange is controlled by the Province and it is hoped that the land will be restored and mantained after highway con- struction is completed. The condition of the Lions Park & Trail was mentioned. John Mutton stated that to upgrade the maintenance class of this park, would require the same for all the other parks in the same category and this could increase the maintenance costs considerably. Murray Paterson,reported that the cemetery gates, appar- ently are still being repaired. ÉMMM