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*pg ' \\«k a 'v if» OC45-LE =L'E'_r*. _tfp,t=, i- TEMPE -ANCE gjpLcr BOWf^-'i'/iLLE, ONTARIO I Li<7346 m pr ^032 D5-623-3303 38 Pages Wednesday, June 1,1994 Bowmanville, Ontario 140th Year 560 + 40 G.S.T. = 600 Issue 22 Farm Workers and Neighbors Fear Exotic Animal Sanctuary by Laura J. Richards A local vegetable grower says both his workers and neighbors live in fear of the animals kept at The Endangered Animal Sanctuary on Lakeshore Road near Newtonville. "The citizens and my workers have new anxieties and fears," A1 Michael told Clarington councillors on Monday night, May 30. With warmer days ahead, the worries of residents living and working close to the sanctuary escalate, escalate, Michaelnoted. "The animals are still there," he said. This is also something which he had to tell his field workers when they came back this year. : He noted last year he had told his off-shore workers the animals would be gone this summer. However, that has not been the case. "I'm in constant fear that they will pick up the phone to their consulate consulate to tell them about the unsafe conditions here," said Michael. "What's between us and a lion? A chain link fence." Even then, he does not trust the material the fence is made from. He called it "chicken wire." Michael also noted the fence material material is not sunk within a cement pad along the animal runs, but "stapled "stapled onto railroad ties." x> v> * some kind of guarantee from the council regarding safety, he did not get it. Clarington lawyer Dennis Heffe- ron told Michael and council: "I appreciate appreciate it (the current situation) is extremely frustrating to residents." However, the municipality can't do too much about it other than going going through the legal process it is presently following. Clarington Mayor Diane Hamre pointed out that both the Bowmanville Bowmanville Zoo and Orono Exotic Cat World did things by the book regarding regarding the installation of fences for their animals. Michael told council "residents have the right to be protected." At least some secondary fencing ought to be provided, he added. At this point in time, Clarington "does not have any legal authority to require fencing" of the property, Mayor Hamre noted. The municipality is back in court on Friday, June 3, regarding the issue issue of the animal sanctuary. The animal sanctuary has been in operation in Clarington since late June of last year. -p It is owned by the Missionary Church of St, Francis of Assisi, an organization which is not associated with the St Francis of Assisi Roman Catholic Church in Newcastle. Councillors Veto Pay Increase for Commissioners Clarington Council has rejected a request by local hydro commissioners commissioners for a pay increase. The adjustment would have seen this area where he was the Darlington Township Clerk for Chair of the Clarington Hydro Iso be visiting the grave of Bruce's Commission receiving $4,020 and "What's between us and a lion? ....A chain link fence." He also expressed concern regarding regarding the dirt floor of the animal mns. An animal could dig its way out, he warned. While he went to Monday's Clarington Clarington council meeting hoping for MEMORIES OF D-DAY- This area will be well represented on the beaches of Normandy, June 5th and 6th to honor those killed on D-Day, 50 years ago. Legion sources advise that Irene Whitney was aboard the stately Queen Elizabeth 2 out of New York last week and will be attending all functions.We haven't been able to confirm; if Meg Gibbs is also aboard, or whether she has gone to England on another ship to visit relatives. She would be sore tempted to try crossing the English channel via the new tunnel to be on hand for the special 50th anniversary services in France. IN THE NEWS - Monday's Toronto Sun mentioned that Bruce Hogarth and his wife Edith of Ajax are aboard the Queen Elizabeth Elizabeth and will present at the special D-Day ceremonies in Normandy. Bruce is a retired Deputy-Cleik at Durham Region and is a son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Jim Hogarth who lived in he was many years. They will also be visiting the grave brother Stuart who,was killed, in, that invasion, ,Btoee!s, infantry ; unit waded ashore one day after thé original landings. We also understand they've been invited to have tea with the Queen. i THAT VERSUS WHICH - Very rarely can we sneak grammatical grammatical peculiarities past Editor Peter Parrott, but this time even he can't give us a clear ruling on when to use the words "that" and "which." For example, should a sentence read, "There goes the car that (or which) was involved in the accident." If there are any grammar scholars out there, we'd love to hear if there's a simple rule to follow. Something along the line of "i" before "e" except after "c." PURPLE MARTIN UPDATE - After mention last week that we were trying to attract purple martins, several readers offered advice to help in our quest. One caller said not to erect the bird- house until after May 18th so other birds won't occupy it first. Another said the birdhouse has to be clear of trees, near water, 14 feet in the air, with just the right size of hole. This is getting too complicated. Maybe we'll just buy one of the electric bug zappers instead. WEEK TO THINK GREEN - Environment Week will be celebrated across Canada from June 5th - 11th. With its emphasis emphasis on good environmental citizenship, the week provides Canadians Canadians an opportunity to leam more about the environment, so they can do more for its protection. This year, the focus is on action Canadians can take to help improve air quality by reducing reducing the impact of their cars on the environment. NINE DECADES YOUNG - Tyrone L.O.L. #764 will be hosting hosting a 90th anniversary meeting of the lodge on Wednesday, June 8th at 7:30 p.m. at the Tyrone Orange Hall. All former and current members are invited to attend. BEST USE OF LAND? - Every time we drive by the construction construction site of the new Clarington Fire Headquarters, we wonder if that is the best use for that land. We would have thought it should be reserved for future expansion of baseball or soccer fields at the Bowmanville Recreation Complex. Also, when a second ice pad is added, what about additional parking? We can appreciate that suitable land for a fire station is hard to come by and we understand there's also a timing problem to take advantage advantage of funding from Ontario Hydro. But, somehow it just doesn't feel very visionary to sacrifice such valuable recreation land. Unfortunately, it appears to be too late to do anything about it now. HE'S THE BEST IN ONTARIO - You may recall a few weeks ago that sports reporter Brad Kelly was nominated for the Ontario Hockey Association's Media Award. Well, we just received a call from Mike Laing, manager of the Goodyear Eagles, Eagles, advising us that Brad has won this year's award by a landslide landslide for his coverage of the Eagles. Although we've always known it, the rest of Ontario has been put on notice that Brad is the best sports reporter in the province. And to think this guy used to sell orange juice for a living. Congratulations. Commissioners $3,252 each year. » The "Chair currently cams^S?,640 f and each Commissioner receives $1,872. This would be in accordance with the Public Utilities Act, which requires the fixing of the salaries, states a letter from Clarington Hydro Hydro , Manager and Secretary- Treasurer, David Clark. A certified resolution from the commission states commissioners would receive their honoraria along with expenses for the Municipal Turn to Page 2 Brest &&& I tovï,ï. m $t-v Si 5 -t B1 $8® . m. Æ k 1 -IPs iefA ml mm m IB, _ jfpl If I 111 l§§pi Wfë Sfc 1. - I m PM II f 'Smm d|||l#S§ '-r- , v te,Si ? m m m. ■re m ®3sS ' • • ' •• ", •. ->> 3 wt, HBaWSË» Pedal-Pusher Bikes weren't the only pedal-powered vehicles taking over the parking lot of the Clarke High School on Saturday for die Great Pine Ridge Kinsmen Bike Rodeo. This distinguished visitor to tiie.rodeo and bike-a-thon decided to try his luck with the miniature tractors at the tractor pull. Students Students from eight local schools participated in the event, which began with a bike safety inspection. Then, participants were invited to complete up to 100 laps at the track set up for cyclists in the school parking lot. There was also a dunk tank featuring principals as volunteer "victims" and a demonstration of the Clarington Fire Department's fire safety house. 3 by Laura J. Richards Preventative action is required immediately to ensure that Glaring- ton's youth do not turn to drugs or other activities because they are bored. This advice came from the cochairs cochairs of the Clarington Youth Committee, Committee, Fleurette Simmonds and Pat Street. Speaking to Clarington Council on Monday night, Simmonds point ed out as an administrator of the Clarington Addiction Services, she sees a number of youth who need their services. However, over the past few weeks she has been working in the Ajax office. "Now is the time to take preventative action. I see that there are three times as many youth in Ajax," Simmonds noted. While the Clarington Youth Resident Concerned About Chemicals on Public Lawns by Laura J. Richards Concerns for children playing on public property sprayed with chemicals chemicals brought a Bowmanville woman to Clarington Council on Monday night. "I am concerned about 2-4-D being being sprayed on public grounds in Clarington," stated Peggy Clark. As a professional horticulturalist and a member of the Canadian Organic Organic Growers, she noted "there arc alternatives" to get rid of unwanted plants. She said her personal research into the chemical 2-4-D has uncovered uncovered a number of possible side affects affects after being exposed to the substance. substance. One of these is cancer, would like to look at "shared facilities" facilities" -- perhaps with seniors at the location designated by the municipality municipality as a seniors' centre. In particular, the committee members are wishfully looking towards towards the current Bowmanville Fire Station once it is retro-fitted as a seniors'centre. However, for this year, the committee committee has been finding space in a Committee is a fairly new group, it number of locations to fulfill the need of area youth. One of these places is the new addition at Trinity United Church. They have space in the gymnasium for youth to hold 3-on-3 basketball scrimmages on Friday nights, this summer. Also on the agenda are a number of summer fundraising events. In answering questions from council, Simmonds noted the committee committee has a number of volunteers to be with the youth at non-fundraising events. "We have volunteers who want to be involved with the youth. They will be there on a supervisory level and as a referral source." A centre for youths ages 12 to 17, would be open after school hours during the academic year and during the day in the summer. Currently, the youth committee has a number of youth committed to forming an auxiliary committee. The aim is for the two committees to work together towards a common goal. A facility would go a long way in promoting a healthy environment for the youth, said Simmonds. While Councillor Mary Novak likened such a facility to a "drop-in centre," Simmonds said, "We hesitate hesitate in using the term, as it has negative negative connotations attached to it." The Clarington Youth Committee Committee is dedicated to the youth of the entire area, Simmonds noted. However, with Bowmanville be- Turn to Page 2 which can occur in people up to 10 years after exposure. There is also danger to animals and birds which are exposed. While there are laws governing the application of the compound, "spills do happen," Clark said. Also, signs placed on lawns do not always deter people from walking walking or playing on them. One can count on children being at the head of the pack for not cooperating cooperating with signage, she said. Clark would like to sec a moratorium moratorium placed on public areas regarding regarding the use of 2-4-D. "Poison ivy would be the only exception," she suggested. Turn to Page 2 Baseball Player Inrli ir>torl Intn Qn rtrte yll lUUUlwU II UU OfJ Hall of Fame Ul.lw' ... Pag Rotary and Kins e 8 men bring hoqgo d3, to Clarington ... Page 5,000 Attend 2K i 15 Courtice Carnivï ... Page1,Se || c. 2 j m AIELLO-JEFFERSON -- It'i FRY - It's e Boyt • Boy! See Page 12 BROOKS-It's s Girl! CHOW -It's «Bey! * • • * * * LANGFORD-It's s Girl! POGUE-It's s Girl! Total This Year Boys 50 Girls 41 CARPET WAREHOW EVERYDAY DISCOUNT PRICES Kino st. w. 728-4601 Oshawa Shop the Rest Buy from the Best! ÆHirazro Your local General Motors dealer for the past 25 years, 166 King St. E. Telephone 623-3396 [PROTON] We Move It! 623-4433 Bowmenvllle