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! L'Amour -- It's In The Air! Town's Objections Ignored The Durham Region has voiced its support for a planned $11 million Bowmanville shopping centre over objections from the Town of Newcastle. However, the arguments for and against the 160,000 square foot commercial development at the southeast corner of Waverley Rd. and Base Line Rd. are not over yet. "Our council is unanimous in its opinion that this development is premature at the present time," said Newcastle Mayor Garnet Rickard at last Wednesday's meeting of Durham's regional council. However, regional council has voted 19-8 in support of the centre. The region's elected officials have decided that they will re-designate the land in question for commercial purposes provided that the developer agrees to finance a required $380,000 trunk sewer near Base Line Rd. Proponents of the mall have indicated they have no objection to paying this amount. The new sewer will not only serve future development in the western area of Bowmanville but also solve the problem of sewage which backs up into basements of five homes in the south end of town. Members of Regional council have indicated puzzlement over Newcastle's reluctance to support the mall project. "We, in Oshawa, wouldn't be turning it down," said Councillor Margaret Shaw. "I think they should jump at this proposal' and be happy about it," said Councillor John DeHart. Councillor Bruce McArthur said: "It seems that everybody in Turn to Page 2 f \ i . ' • ■ : j ! ! •' • //'Jl j - ' x; (< ' y {; ! ' t ,» V, / / % / . ù . Z-Jru. ,:xKX . ■' r -\ ! ; , 0 .. |! ! ! - -A i a \ , ; j: X j j ' !' /" ' H x\|] j ' j : X j j X j- Xj. : j, ! : t; 1 \ j ii j V \ (. • ! ! ! \ " •< : ' j y f J AAuf 1 ! A - IA fy , ' V ' ,v-x ! 1 -1 ,A\li : X |iU 1 U ! !.. <v ' lx 1 ; j i. X ! -> ! U-Xi i : i j ! 'VA; I V V / r 1 „ / 1 *' / 1 .*? V-: ./j. •. / a : v i;y - X yy^,.,v x ( y ... • ■■ "" " v ( , \/ V/ 1. -/ \ ^ Issue 6 50 Pages BOWMANVILLE, ONTARIO, WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 9, 1983 25 c Copy 129th Year ^ Chambers Join Forces in Protest Over Region's Roughshod Treatment Playing young Cupid, Ryan Van Nest uses the attractive Valentine he made to woo classmate Shannon Bowen. The pair .who are French immersion students at Ontario Street School, are gearing ufrjor a class Valentine party on February 14th. ' --* Report Records Expenses With Mayor Topping List "In view of Newcastle unanimous opposition Newcastle Mayor Garnet Rickard is the member of council submitting the largest claim for travel costs in 1982, while Bowmanville councillor Ivan Hobbs turned in the smallest claim. A report from the Town of Newcastle's treasury department indicates Mayor Rickard claimed mileage and travel expenses of $1,596.25, while his convention costs were $584.50. Councillor Ivan Hobbs, who was elected in November and served on council for only one month of 1982, turned in a travel claim of three dollars. The annual statistics on councillors' remuneration and expenses were submitted by Newcastle's treasurer at a meeting of the general purpose and administration committee Monday, February 7. The report indicated members of council cost the taxpayer slightly more than $80,000 in salaries, travel allowances and convention expenses. Administrator Don Smith pointed out that council remuneration and other costs were ' three per cent below the budget set last year. Mr. Smith indicated that councillors are reimbursed by the town for "all reasonable expenses incurred on town business." Mayor Rickard said his ov/n expenses were a necessary part, of municipal operations-andjhe pointed out that he often takes staff or other councillors with him when driving to a meeting. This helps reduce expenses, the mayor said. He also pointed out that he does not charge for driving from his home to his office in Bowm anville. The Newcastle mayor also noted that unlike some municipalities, the Town of Newcastle does not provide a vehicle allowance. In addition, Newcastle councillors are paid 25 cents per mile -- an amount which has not increased in two years. Town staff who use their cars on municipal business are reimbursed at a rate of SlVz cents per mile. Turn to Page 2 An emergency meeting of all Chambers of Commerce in Durham Region has been called for Monday night to discuss regional council's endorsement last week of a proposed shopping mall southwest of Bowmanville. council's to the proposed mall and Durham council's lack of regard for this stand, the endorsement is astounding and appalling," said Charles Clarke, Ontario Chamber of Commerce Director. Mr. Clarke, a past president of the Bowmanville C. of C., was responsible for calling the special meeting next week in his capacity as the provincial representative for the various Chambers of Commerce in this district. "If we have to, we're prepared to go to the Ontario Municipal Board," he stated. "We will go all the way on this one." i|i v Mr. Clarke cited the eroding effect a peripheral /mall at Vsfavtjiey laid Baseline Roads would have on Bowmanville's downtown core. The Ontario Director said he disagrees with the concept that permits regional councillors from other municipalities to make decisions which affect the future of Bowmanville when local representatives have steadfastly protested the action. The Regional Official Plan does not contain an allocation for a commercial area at the site where Pythbow Developments Limited have proposed an $11 million shopping centre, explained Mr. Clarke. "By regional council's decision last week, they are divorcing themselves from the official plan," he stated. Mr. Clarke maintains the Waverley-Baseline site is a desirable area for secondary industry. "That's the way it is in other municipalities all along highway 401 to Toronto." ,u ' " 1 The emergency meeting wiif , ; yield in loosed session in Oshawa • be Towh Urges Province to Accelerate Approval of Its Planning Documents Newcastle's elected officials are prodding the Ministry of Housing and Municipal Affairs to approve important planning documents for Bowmanville and Newcastle Village. .V. -X ■ : yXXXXyX'. -r' V ■" X i■■ T-. X' X '■ : '\ v X ' : --7 X , ; - ; > v Tiv':' U Xi VXxXA' ■ \ v X ; J N 'vXXXX; v : > .. X ■ ' ' , . V I. I. '■ X ■ v ,) t. - - , .. j I. rw*'v! : XXX' AxX x A U ; ! n O u M i; U ... X.' , L\ i' 4- • A-,: ; SERIES TIED -- Last night in Lakefield, the Chiefs were outplayed by the Cowan Eagles but managed to win the game 2-1 to tie the series at two games each. A fifth game will be held at Orono Arena Thursday night at 8:30 when it's do or die for both teams. The Eagles played well, with Brent Clemens hitting several goal posts. They were also missing Randy MacDonald their top scorer. Be there Thursday, it should be a real battle. LADIES ONLY --This Thursday, Feb. 10th, from 7:30 to 10 p.m. Cowan Pontiac-Buick will be hosting hosting a Free Car Clinic for Women. The clinic is based on car operations and vehicle maintenance. maintenance. This should be a great opportunity for anyone who doesn't know the difference between a universal joint and a hub cap. You may register ahead by calling 623-3396 during office hours. 1 & JAMBOREE -- A Jamboree to raise funds for the Heart Fund is being held at Strath a ven Nursing Home, King St. East from 2 to 4 on Thursday, Feb. 10th. The day will feature a Valentine tea, rummage sale, home baking. Cookbooks with recipes dating back to 1912 will be on sale. The event will conclude with a Danceathon from 6:30 to 8 p.m. SOUVENIR COINS -- The committee looking after the sale of Bowmanville's 125th anniversary nickel- silver commemorative coins reminds anyone interested in purchasing one of the souvenirs that there is still a supply available. They are on sale in local banks and stores. NEARLY SOLD OUT -- As of Monday, there were still a few tickets left for the Wednesday (today) P erformance of the Drama Workshop's 'A Funny hing Happened on the Way to the Forum.' Call Hockin Real Estate quickly 623-4115, you may be lucky. All other performances have been sold out. PAPER DRIVE -- Boy Scouts in Bowmanville will be on the prowl this Saturday during their regular paper drive. Please have bundles on the curb early and please don't include glazed paper or cardboard. Apparently, they don't process too well. h! n i 1 WINNERS -- Jack and Mary Ovenden of R.R. 1, Bowmanville, were the lucky winners of $5,000 in the January 20th Wintario draw with ticket No. 633067. They were surprised two weeks later to find their winning number in another book of tickets. Unfortunately, it didn't pay off like the first time. HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY -- Next Monday is Valentine's Day, but it won't hurt to present those gifts and affection to all sweethearts before then. They'll have an opportunity to appreciate them all weekend. Several enterprising merchants are offering special Valentine merchandise in this week's Statesman. 1 >Vi CAKE GONE -- One of the Statesman staff had a frustrating experience recently. She was preparing a birthday party for her son and asked him to bring along a few friends from his Beaver colony after their meeting to help him celebrate the occasion. A huge cake was made and decorated, but a hitch developed. Their family dog thought he would get in on the fun early and ate half the cake. It took considerable ingenuity Lo arrange for a substitute, but apparently everything came out well and the dog recovered. -ir- rçœmprçsjjj; BLUEGRASS -- Lovers of Bluegrass music are invited to a picking session this Sunday from 1:30 to 5 p.m. in the main hall (North Entrance) of Camp Samac, Oshawa. It's sponsored by the Bluegrass Folklore Society in Oshawa. Pickers and listeners welcome. SPECIAL GUESTS -- The Flying Dutchman has a crew from TV Ontario staying there this week while filming French Canadians on Ontario farms. Next week, Martin Sheen and Brooke Adams will be there while filming segments for 'Dead Zone' at Orono Town Hall. Some members of the town's general purpose and administration committee are suggesting that the length of time being taken to approve the urban area plans for the two centres is hindering development. The committee is asking town council to pass a resolution in which the Ministry of Housing would be asked to approve the Newcastle and Bowmanville plans "forthwith." Councillor Marie Hubbard suggested that a 117-unit apartment project on Liberty St., in Bowmanville is being delayed because the plan has not been endorsed by the Ministry. Approval of the urban area plans would also expedite construction of a dental clinic building in Newcastle Village. Tax Due Dates Slightly Altered To Conserve Cash Due dates for the Town of Newcastle's quarterly tax bills are being slightly altered in order to help the town conserve cash. The February, April and September dates for tax installments will be unchanged. However, the July installment will now be due in June, according to action taken by town council recently. Treasurer Kathryn Campbell said the date has been altered to coincide with the Town of Newcastle's deadline for payment of the education levy. By collecting taxes at an earlier date, the town avoids having to borrow approximately one million dollars for a month. The treasurer estimated that approximately $15,000 in interest rates will be saved. Newcastle council has agreed that a notice of explanation will be mailed with tax bills this year. Drama Club's Musical Opens Today By far the most industrious production ever undertaken by the Bowmanville Drama Club, A Funny Thing Happened On The Way To The • Forum, will open Wednesday night in the high school auditorium. Organizers say tickets are all but sold out for the performances running Wednesday through Saturday. At a full dress rehearsal Monday night actress Anna Blake, a seven year veteran with the drama club is shown above receiving a make-up job from Nancy Shaw. Developer Wants Cut in Lot Levies and Servicing By Peter Parrott A company owning land in Bowmanville has informed the Town of Newcastle that some development could proceed in the east end of town if municipal requirements for servicing subdivisions were relaxed. Stephen Pustil, a spokesman for Penwest Developments Limited, stated that a reduction in town- controlled items such as levies and servicing costs would make the lots in the development more competitive. He suggested that the town trim approximately $4,000 from the costs of servicing each lot. The Penwest spokesman told the town's general committee Monday that a local builder is interested in purchasing some of the lots in question. The Penwest lands are located on the southwestern corner of Concession St. and Mearns Ave. The land is the location of a proposed 208-lot development. The 1 developer's request to the town asks that open-ditch drainage be allowed in the subdivision. Another request calls for the removal of the sidewalk requirement. Moreover, the developer is asking that he not be requutu lo over-size services for future development. Members of town council have not indicated they will support the Penwest request. Councillor Hamre pointed out that by reducing lot levy fees from $1,500 to $500, the town has already gone a long way towards cutting the costs of municipal requirements. Mayor Rickard said, however, that the town should be willing to sit down and negotiate with the -developer. He criticized councillors for taking a negative attitude towards the growth of the town and suggested that Newcastle is getting a reputation for being against development. "That message is out across the province," said Mayor Rickard. "I think it's time we took a look at this to find out how serious these people are," he said. Councillor Ivan Hobbs stated that he is not anxious to see development proceed if it means relaxing current standards in the municipality. "I am agreeable with what staff are doing," he said. The town's planning department recommended an updated report on the Penwest project be received for information, and members of the committee agreed with that request. Dykstra's Hit by Theft of *10, OOO A daylight robbery at Dykstra's Delicatessen Food Market Saturday netted thieves a haul of $10,000 in cash and cheques. The money stolen represented the week's receipts and was taken from a cabinet in the store's office area. The robbery occurred sometime during regular store hours and Dykstra's owners were unable to give police more than a sketchy description of a possible suspect. Durham Regional Police are investigating the incident.