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BOWttWILLE LIBRARY' 62 TEMPERANCE ep BOWMIWIlle, ONTARIO L1C3A8 BOWLIB e a Firefighter Katie Harford, a student at the Bowmanville Nursery School, may have to wait a few years before she's ready to join the town's fire department. But, meanwhile, it doesn't hurt to test out the equipment. Katie visited the Bowmanville Fire Hall with some of her classmates from the Bowmanville Nursery School during Fire Prevention Week. Change in Plans Raises Hall Repairs by $35,000 Revised landscaping features for the new administration building presently presently under construction in Bowmanville Bowmanville have raised the cost by $"">,000. Councillors looked at two options at the council meeting on Tuesday, October 13, before choosing to have a totally concrete city square south of the building, and delete the park area. "You were trying to create park and town square in too small a space," said Councillor Diane Hamre, in voting voting against the $25,000 option. One advantage to the decision is that the proposed relocation of the cenotaph has been eliminated. Another change to the design is the plan to move the wheelchair ramp Correction An inquest will not be called into the deaths of two Cobourg residents who died in a single-car collision near Newtonville last week. The incident incident was reported in the October 7 edition of The Statesman. The Statesman apologizes for the error. from the south side of the building to the north area. There are also plans to enlarge the paved area for the landing base of the ramp, according to architect Marie Black. j Further changes include thti addition addition of two more flag poles, to bring the total to three in front of the building. building. Landscaping will include a hedge to separate the bank parking from the city square and two or more planting beds for flowers. The city square will be finished with concrete pavers, or paving stones, that may be coloured according according to Ms. Black. There is a space between the ramp and the wall on the north side of the structure and Councillor Cowman expressed expressed concern that it might become a "garbage depository". Ms. Black explained that there were possibly two, maybe more, basement basement windows on that side, as well as potential interference with the foundation foundation if the ramp was abutting the north wall. The expected completion for the new administration facility is March 1988. B The proposed new industrial park south of Highway #401 in Bowmanville Bowmanville may be in violation of the Municipal Municipal Act, according to Newcastle Mayor John Winters. Although Mayor Winters would not explain what he meant either during or after the council meeting on Tuesday, Tuesday, October 13, he abdicated his chair for the portion of the session that dealt with the industrial park. "I think there is some information we should have before making any final decisions," he said shortly before before leaving his seat. His concerns centred around the J I €*■ # k»" aror f proposed construction of a road to rural standards (at a savings to the developer of approximately $2 million) million) in the urban area under consideration. consideration. He questioned whether a rural road could support the industries in the area. While the motion to allow Lake Road (the main road in the subdivision) subdivision) to be constructed at rural standards standards was passed, there were opinions opinions expressed by several members of town council. "It is a good business move to keep costs of these lands down," said Coun cillor Diane Hamre. She expressed concern that a "boogeyman was raised at council" cvcrytimc something wasn't going as planned for certain members. "South of the 401 the roads should be rural, " she said in support of her original motion made at last week's general purpose meeting. Councillor Ann Cowman staled that the request for a rural road "asked us to circumvent the decision and give a commitment." While town staff, including Director Director of Planning Terry Edwards and Deputy Director of Public Works David Gray, did express some concerns concerns with the structure of a rural road, (which means there are ditches ' instead of storm sewers) the motion passed. "I'm not in position yet to make a recommendation."said Mr. Edwards. One solution to the problem was to remove the phrase concerning the construction of the main road in the subdivision, from the motion which also dealt with other road designations. designations. That would have allowed the plan of subdivision to have carried on and Turn to Page 2 26 Pages Issue 38 Av WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 14,1987 e-\ V ■A Nr 400 Per Copy 133rd Year Unanimous Support for Courtice West Expansion by Carolyn Hepburn Newcastle town councillors and Ontario Hydro have thrown their full support behind the expansion project project for the Courtice WestElementary School. Councillors have agreed in principle principle to financially assist the community community centre portion of the project, which will benefit both the town and surrounding area. At a Hydro Liaison Committee meeting on Friday, October 9, representatives representatives from the Northumberland/ Newcastle Board of Education, asked for a grant from the Ontario Hydro Impact Fund to help with the additional additional costs resulting from the fact that part of the school's facilities can be used as a community centre. In a letter to the town's chairman of planning, Marie Hubbard, dated August 25, a request for $109,000 from the fund was made by the Director of Education, Gary Tushingham. The Board of Education now feels that figure figure could go as high as $150,000. Although no decision on the exact amount of funding was made at last week's meeting, pending further discussions discussions with town, hydro and board of education staff, it was agreed that the combination community hall/ classroom addition was greatly needed,| . J ■ ,-■*••• ) 1 /This is tlic\first majo'r project for the board of education in the Cour tice area in 10 or more years," said Bob Willsher, Chairman of the Board of Education. He explained that the needs of the school were carefully addressed as well as the advantages to the surrounding surrounding community when designing the addition. The expansion will include: a gymnasium, gymnasium, washrooms, stage, lunch room, kitchen and main foyer, administration administration facilities, a new mechanical and electrical room, as well as six classrooms. The project is expected to be completed completed by the March break of 1988, according to Ron Sudds, Superintendent Superintendent of Business for the Northumberland Northumberland and Newcastle Board of Education. Education. While it is projected that the classroom classroom addition to the school will be filled by 1989, it is considered to be a very positive step for the Courtice area. The project's architect, Marilyn Ypes, explained to councillors the advantages to having the community centre included in the school. "This addition is more typical of a high school," she said, referring to the community centre part of the expansion. expansion. J , r But ( -as she explained, the academic Apai't of the school can be completely y f : .Turn to Page 2 Heavy Workload for Town's Planning Staff Council approved the confidential report on staffing levels in the town's planning department at Tuesday evening's council meeting. Director of Planning, Terry Edwards, Edwards, explained during the meeting that even with temporary help, the department is still unable to handle the work load adequately. , "This staff will be burnt out very shortly," he told the councillors. "The sheer volume of the applications applications has forced the staff to go beyond the call of duty, coming in at 6:30 and 7:00 in the morning just to try and catch up," said Mr. Edwards. 1 M BUM ANNIVERSARY -- This Sunday morning, St. Paul's United Church will celebrate its 153rd anniversary with a well known, popular speaker taking over the pulpit at the 11 o'clock morning service. He Is none other than Sherry Bassin, General Manager of the Oshawa Generals Jr. A hockey team. Mr. Bassin has been the speaker at a number of local sports meetings meetings In the past and always brings a timely message. Refreshments will be provided following the service. service. 140TH ANNIVERSARY - Orono United Church is also celebrating Its anniversary, Its 140th, with a special week set aside for several events. Details are included in Coming Events and the service thin Sunday evening at 7:30 will be addressed by a local local boy, the Rev. Jeff Deijonge with everyone invited invited to attend. AUTUMN LUNCHEON -- The Auxiliary to Memorial Hospital, Bowmanville which recently sponsored a successful dinner-dance has another project scheduled in connection with its 75th anniversary. It is planning an Autumn Luncheon at Trinity United Church Hall on Wednesday, October 28th from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. For tickets please call 263-2934, they'll be delighted to hear from you. INDUCTION SERVICE -- That spanking brand new one unit charge at Zion United Church is scheduled to hold an Induction service for the Rev. E.C. Woodland this Sunday evening at 7:30. It would be most encouraging if the church on the hill at Mitchell's Mitchell's Corners were packed to over-flowing. What a welcome that would be for their new minister. The disrepair of the filing system, the shortage of staff, the out-of-date data, the four years of backlog and the increasing number of applications applications have all contributed to the problems problems facing the planning department department today. Councillor Hubbard confirmed that the increase in development applications applications has been huge. "Last year we had applications for the construction of 573 new homes, so far this year there have been 1135 applications. applications. This is a substantial growth that we have to deal with," she said. Terry Edwards said the budget for this year will be exhausted shortly and that the recommendations made in the confidential staffing report are essential. "Staff is simply unable to continue as they are now," he told the meeting. Intense Blaze Levels Livestock Barn \'Am / # ™ •• m v ' - :/ hi 'P'- •' :? * • "ffi; WM .vMi.' A blaze broke out early Sunday afternoon at the Schwarz Brothers' livestock livestock farm causing $150,000 in damages. Five fire units responded to the barn fire at R.R. 2 Bowmanville. The fire completely destroyed the barn and its contents, mostly feed, and some equipment. No livestock was injured. injured. A standby unit remained on the scene until Monday afternoon in order to ensure that the fire did not break out again. The cause of the blaze is now under investigation. Drive Nears $1,000,000 The United Way fund-raising campaign campaign is "closing in on the first million," million," according to Ron Duffy, Executive Executive Director. As of Thursday, October 8, the drive had raised $975,797.00. That total represents represents nearly 38 percent of this year's goal of $2.6 million. In the week prior to October 8, $340,000 alone was raised. While the campaign is well past the halfway point and not half the money has been raised, Rob Owens, Public Relations Chairman for the drive, is confident that this year's goal will be reached. He stresses that several large donors, including the Durham regional regional government, local municipalities, municipalities, hospitals and real estate boards have not yet submitted their totals. Mr. Duffy said last week that the fifth week of the campaign (presently underway) will be a "turning point" for the fund-raising drive. iany, ned f ther took to the roads or welcomed family members home for the Thanksgiving weekend when Ideal weather was the order of the day. Probably the Detroit Detroit Tigers under their mentor Sparky Anderson were among the few who would like to have another chance to change the outcome of their weekend activities. activities. They'll know now how the Blue Jays felt after after their ill-fated demise. But, now ball fans will be able to watch contenders for the World Series title and plan for next year. In the immediate future, many will be eagerly cleaning up what's left of the Thanksgiving turkey. HOCKEY NEWS - We heard early Wednesday morning that the Port Hope Panthers have officially officially dropped out of the Junior C hockey loop and will not ice a team this season. The Eagles will host Trenton In place of Port Hope this Sunday night at Memorial Arena. Last Sunday night, Marlon Henning Henning was the lucky winner of $104 In the 60-50 draw and Jim Murphy won the Goodyear Jacket. Congratulations are in order. WELCOME GRANT -- The Visual Arts Centre off Simpson Avenue in Bowmanville in the old Cream of Barley Mill will soon be able to buy a new computer, photocopier and slide projector. A grant of $1,879 was recently approved by the Minister of Culture and Communications, part of a $445,000 commitment commitment announced by the ministry for arts organizations organizations in Ontario. SHORT WEEK -- Our thanks to correspondents who made certain their news budgets were brought In to avoid delays in the mail because of the current strike that we hope will be over by the time this newspaper is published. As this is being written, the federal government is dealing with back to work legislation. DIG OUT YOUR SCHOOL SWEATER - For those Bowmanville Bowmanville High School students of the. class of '76 and '77 it will be time to refresh your 10-year-old memories at a reunion on November 21st at the Baseline Community Centre. If you would like to attend attend or need more information, please contact Mary Ann (Groetelaars) Allln at 623-3619, or Patti (Brock) Barrie at 623-9526. mæiamasiroa Durham College Celebrates 20th Anniversary Durham College President Mel Garland cuts the ceremonial cake to mark the 20th anniversary of Durham College last Friday, October 9. Representatives Representatives of the faculty and alumni were also on hand for the afternoon luncheon, as were représentai ives of local and provincial government, Here, Mr. Garland is joined by the Durham Region's Ml'I's. From left are: Bill Ballinger, Durham York; Mr. Garland; Mike Breaugh, Oshawa; No rah Stoner, Durham West; Sam Cureatz, Durham East; and Al Furlong, Durham Centre. Anniversary celebrations continued throughout throughout the weekend at Durham.