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2 The Canadian Statesman, Bowmanville, September 7,1988 i.uv vuiuiuiuii ouuvaiiiuii, Duwiiidiiviuv, oupiumocr /, lUoo • -- , Ten Year Time Capsule Ends Visual Arts Centre Summer Program^ CoUrtWe Resident Seeks CoiUlCÜlor S Job The students who participated in the Visual Arts Centre's summer program have ended their activities activities with the creation of a time capsule to be opened in 10 years' time. Contents of the capsule include students' students' letters to themselves to be opened in 10 years' time. There are also sculptures made from objects contained in the environment, a puppet, sculpture, a cook book of favorite foods, a tape recording of music and even a videotape of some of the students. The capsule contains a map of the Town of Newcastle, a letter from Mayor John Winters, a Town of Newcastle Newcastle pin and a brochure describing the municipality; Those who participated in sealing the time capsule plan to return in 10 years' time when the contents will be removed. Local Councillor Hal McKnight and Regional Councillor Marie Hubbard were on hand to place the Town of Newcastle's contribution into the capsule. Hal McKnight Seeks Mayor's Position "We need aggressive recycling recycling to reduce the flow of materials into landfill," he stated. The development of the Town's creek lands and waterways waterways is also important to ■ the candidate. As well, he lists the preservation of the "historic nature" of the many hamlets, along with work on the downtown areas which are vital to the Town. His resume claims support support for: increased fire pro- tection services; library services; services; the closure of Eldorado's Port Granby dump; Bowmanville's new recreational complex; and industrial industrial development. His campaign, which officially officially kicks off this evening, will involve criss-crossing the. whole Town. "I'm going to visit 8,000 homes from Newtonville to Crooked Creek, from Cour- tice to Kendal and beyond," stated Mr. McKnight. He hopes to better his chances for election by "meeting the people and talking talking to them about the issues." issues." Hampton Bridge Could be in Budget has decided that now is the- time to go for the mayor's post. "I have the time available to me," noted Mr. McKnight. He took early retirement from General Motors 18 months ago and claims that he can "participate 100 per cent" in the role of mayor. With his experience as an engineer/manager at the large auto manufacturer, Mr. McKnight claims a familiarity familiarity with dealing with people and the workings of industry. The past term of council has matured the Town of Newcastle, according to the candidate. However, there are still more things to be accomplished. accomplished. "If we don't get an industrial industrial and commercial tax base in here ... we're going to be providing services that the residential taxpayers have to pay for," said Mr. McKnight. He also stressed the importance importance of a sound financial plan for capital projects. "If you don't have a financial financial plan to respond to capital capital projects, over a long period period of time it's going to affect, tax dollars," said the candidate. candidate. As well, the continued pressure from the Toronto commuter population will increase even more the de : mand for residential housing. housing. Mr. McKnight stressed the importance of continuing the "professional development1' development 1 ' of town staff to meet and deal with the many' changes in the Town. "We have made remarkable remarkable improvements in the quality of the people we have," said the candidate. He noted an overall improvement improvement in the attitude of the town staff. In reference to some of the issues in the '88 campaign, campaign, Mr. McKnight was adamant that the Durham Region should be looking after after its own garbage. The Protectors Group Don Hutton -- Specialist in Income Replacement Plans -- Accident and Sickness Protection for the Self- employed and Farm Owners -- Employee Group Benefit Plans Business: 579-9847 Residence: 263-8589 Licensed with Canada Idle Reconstruction of the Mill Street bridge and Mill Street in Hampton could be a reality reality in the 1989 budget. Hampton residents will be able to attend an information information centre to be held in the Hampton. Community Hall on Wednesday, September 28, to find out more about the plans. - In a report before Newcastle Newcastle councillors at the general general purpose and administration administration meeting on Tuesday, September 6, it was recommended recommended that the reconstruction reconstruction of the bridge and the street be included in the 1989 budget. Money from the 1988 public works budget has already been earmarked for the design of a new bridge and the widening of Mill Street to handle two- way traffic. The Mill Street bridge was removed earlier this year after it was determined to be unsafe by the town's public works department. A temporary bailey bridge, borrowed from the Ministry of Transportation, was put in its place. Just prior to the closure of the bridge a petition from an area resident outlined just how vital the bridge is to the citizens. The petition urged that a permanent bridge be erected over the pond. Since that time the bailey bridge has helped to resume traffic flow over the waterway. waterway. However, the public works report stated that it mustn't be considered a permanent permanent solution. "Since the completion of the erection of tne bailey bridge, erosion has taken place under the old bridge abutments and on the steep embankments of Mill Street, said the report, repc say that: "It is concluded that the Town should replace the bailey bridge with a permanent permanent structure and that Mill Street should be widened t/i provide for two-way traffic and for pedestrians." Hannah is adamant that lands in Newcastle shouldn't be used for such purposes. "It has become clear that society is no longer going to tolerate this type of backyard backyard dumping, stated Mr. Hannah. He noted that the recycling recycling program must be speeded up and should include include industry. Furthermore, the candidate believes that the Durham Region "can no longer afford the luxury of using large tracts of land to bury millions of tons of waste." The prospect of a fire hall in the Enniskillen area is a positive step, according to Mr. Hannah. So is the development development of a community centre centre and drop-in facilities in the Gourd ce area. The candidate would also like to see residents of subdivisions subdivisions have a say in where the parks and recreational areas should go. "With continued development development we have to take into consideration the input of the residents otthe areas being being developed," stated Mr. Hannah. Overall, the regional hopeful thinks that the council council to be elected in November should be a good balanced representation of the entire Town. Mr. Hannah notes that there are many excellent opportunities opportunities for Newcastle and he would like to. be able to help them become a reality. reality. Courtice is growing and will continue to grow, according according to the President of the Courtice and Area Community Community Association Larry Hannah, a candidate for Newcastle Town council. Mr. Hannah wants to make sure that growth is properly managed and benefits benefits the Town of Newcastle as a whole. As a result, the Phair Ave. resident is planning planning to seek election to the regional seat in Ward One. No stranger to appearing before the present Newcastle council, the candidate claims that by running for the regional regional seat he can help ensure ensure that the future planning for the entire Town of Newcastle Newcastle is well done. One of Mr. Hannah's biggest biggest concerns is the hydro rates for areas such as Courtice. Courtice. He states that residents in the east pay approximately approximately 15 per cent more for their hydro than do their urban counterparts. Mr. Hannah would like to see the Town apply for an exemption under under the Hydro Electrical Act. That exemption would allow the town to buy up areas that are presently serviced by Ontario Hydro, as opposed to the Newcastle Public Utilities Utilities Commission. That in turn would help to bring the rural rates on-line with the urban charges. Another area of interest for Mr. Hannah is promotion of the Town of Newcastle. "We must not only increase increase the servicing of our industrial lands but also develop develop a marketing strategy," claimed Mr. Hannah. He noted that promotion is a "key element" to the success success of the future of the Town. It would lead to an increase increase in the industrial assessment, assessment, thereby lessening the burden to the taxpayers, he explained. Perhaps one of the most significant issues for the Courtice area is the possibility possibility of a Metro owned dump within their boundaries. Mr. Read All About It! In the Pages of The Canadian Statesman A subscription to The Canadian Statesman keeps you informed of all the local news, sports and advertising specials in your community. 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Representatives from the Central Lake Ontario Conservation Conservation Authority will be present to explain any plans' they may haVe'for the 4rea. Gas Station Proposal Meets Opposition in Courtice Area A rezoning application for the development of a gas station station in Courtice met with objections objections at the general purpose purpose and administration committee meeting Tuesday night. Area resident, Lyla Fice, expressed her concerns to the committee regarding the possible development on the land adjacent to her property. property. The rezoning application, referred back to staff for further further report, would allow the construction of a gas station, convenience store and restaurant restaurant on the southwest corner of Courtice and Baseline Baseline Roads. Mrs. Fice told Newcastle councillors the problems she felt such a development would bring to that corner. Listing constant noise and increased traffic as problems, problems, her "main concern" she said, was losing water from her well. She said the area is not serviced and she doesn't have the option of connecting connecting to water lines if the construction construction and operation of the gas station drains her well. Terry Edwards, a planner with G.M. Sernas and Associates, Associates, addressed the committee committee on behalf of the applicants applicants for the rezonins, saying that any industry may create similar problems at that corner. corner. Mr. Edwards added that he would pass Mrs. Fice's concerns on to his client. Mrs. Fice said she was "not objecting to industry" but explained that the gas station would present constant constant traffic. An engineering study and reports irom outside agencies agencies and departments are pending on the application. Van Belle Floral Shoppies ...much more than a flower store! 4 STORES • Highway No, 2 . • King SI. 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