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6 The Canadian Statesman, Bowmanville, Wednesday, June 15,1994 Section Two Community Police Program Offers Program Expansion Provides Community Food Information One of the original officers involved involved in Durham's Community Policing Policing program spoke to the members of the Clarington Inter-agency Group on Wednesday, June 8. "I like what I do," said Constable Chris Partridge. He addressed representatives representatives of area's social services organizations organizations at a meeting in the Flying Dutchman Hotel Const. Partridge said he and his partner provide community policing services in the Nonquon area of Oshawa. He noted that he likes the "non- traditional" aspects of community policing. policing. ' "The basics of community policing is being a good neighbor and listening." It is the part of policing most police police officers do when they're not ticketing, ticketing, or pulling people over on the highways, or sitting behind a desk. To begin his assignment in community community policing, Const Partridge and his partner checked out the Nonquon area housing developments where they would be working. "What we had to decide is how do we approach the area," he added. "We pinpointed four apartment buildings and targeted people with the help of agencies like yours," he told the members of the Clarington Interagency Interagency Group. The problems that people face in their daily lives overwhelmed the two officers. . They found themselves trying to figure out how to solve problems without relying on the normal methods methods of policing. So, a letter was drawn up and sent out to a number of people living within within the complexes who were troublemakers. troublemakers. The letter explained that the police would be keeping an eye on them. "I would say that, while the rest of the neighborhood is happy, a couple of landlords aren't, because there are about 30 apartments that are now empty," said the officer. "I'm the fellow who released the photo of the man who moved into the area who had committed rape and attempted attempted murder," said Const. Partridge. Partridge. He said he felt there were some people who needed to know that this man was in the neighborhood. While he did not make signs and post them around the neighborhood, he went to some of the people who do spend time with children like the school crossing guard. The decision proved to be a controversial controversial one. DURHAM REGION PUBLIC NOTICE DURHAM TRANSPORTATION SYSTEM REVIEW You are cordially invited to participate The Region of Durham in cooperation with the Ministry of Transportation is involved in a comprehensive update of the Regional Transportation Plan. THE DURHAM TRANSPORTATION SYSTEM REVIEW... will guide the urbanization of the Region, complement policies contained in the Region's Official Plan and be sensitive to issues respecting the social, natural and economic environment. Futhermore the study will support the process whereby Regional transportation projects are completed under the Environmental Assessment Act. The basic premise of the study is that the established community, environmental groups and other interest groups are encouraged to participate early and continually. YOUR INPUT COUNTS! The second Public Meeting to present the progress of the Study and to consider findings and methodology, will be held at the following time and location: Wednesday, June 22,1994 7:00 pm Durham College 2000 Simcoe St. N. 1st Floor, Classroom C113 Oshawa, Ont. ENQUIRIES ARE WELCOME. For your convenience a list of names is provided below: Tony Prevedel-Durham Works Department- 668-7721 Harold Dalkie-Durham Planning Department-728-7731 Doug Allingham- Totten Sims Hubicki Associates (Consultants)-668-9363 ' Written comments or submissions can also be made at anytime during the course of the Durham Transportation System Review which is expected to be completed by August 1994. Please contact us at: Durham Transportation System Review Mr. Tony Prevedel Regional Municipality of Durham Works Department, P.O. Box 623 Whitby, Ontario L1 N 6A3 V.A. Silgailis, P, Eng. Commissioner of Works He said he could not sit by when there were dozens of children in the neighborhood and this man would be among them. , Constable Partridge felt he had to do something. The problems that people face in their daily lives overwhelmed the two officers. He then asked people from the different different agencies if they had heard about the Adopt-A-School program. The premise of the program is to have police officers become a part of the school's and students' activities rather than looking from the outside in, as they have done for many years. "They develop a relationship with the students. However, they have to be careful," he noted. When involved in community policing policing another idea is that "you have to employ a slow approach. You can't thunder in on a white horse." Officers need to take their time to get to know the area. And the same advice holds true when they adopt-a- school. "The first thing I did in the Nonquon Nonquon area was to set up a bike rodeo. It is a wonderful way to meet parents andjhey bring their kids." T he basics of the community policing policing is being a good neighbor and listening. listening. "You need to listen to deal with the situations as they arise," explained explained Const. Partridge. That's pretty good advice from someone who feels he has been adopted adopted by the children where he is a community community police officer. Elmer Buchanan, Minister of Agriculture, Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs has announced the successful Community Community Food Advisor Program will be expanded. expanded. Seven new locations in the province will be added to a community-based community-based program which provides information and education on safe and nutritious food selection, preparation preparation and storage. "Expanding this vital program will mean more food advisors in Ontario Ontario communities," said Buchanan. "With seven new programs, we'll be broadening the distribution of information information and education even further across the province." The expansion follows recommendations recommendations of an extensive program evaluation. evaluation. The Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs (OMAFRA) (OMAFRA) will provide funding for the classroom training as well as program program facilities and supplies. Sponsoring Sponsoring agencies will manage program funds and take a lead role in coordinating coordinating local programs, based on the availability of resources in each community. OMAFRA formed a partnership with the Ontario Dietetic Association to fund the revision and translation of training material for the expanded program. Potential sponsoring organization wanting more information or an application application can call the local OMAFRA office. Application deadline for the new program is July 15. MS FACT #1 Canada has. one of the highest rates of multiple sclerosis in the world. 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GEMINI - May 22/June 21 Communications with a Scorpio of the opposite sex will almost be impossible. If you are married to one of these complicated creatures, you'll have to be extra-patient this week. Avoid unnecessary arguments. Spend time with air signs this week (Libras, Geminis and Aquarians). CANCER - June 22/July 22 A good week. Emotionally you'll feel on top of the world. A love relationship relationship grows stronger as you plan for the future. With all that you have on your mind, you may have a hard time falling asleep at night. Try meditation as a way to unwind before you go to bed. LEO - July 23/August 23 A chaotic work-week may cause you to overlook important details. Take the time to double- and triple-check all documents. Your leadership skills will be in demand on Thursday, Resist the urge to gossip -- especially especially on Friday. A friend's problem will have an effect on you, too. VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22 A rare show of softness will make you look more human to a sensitive loved one, Perhaps this side of you is not so bad, after all, A household project may be the source of aggravation aggravation this weekend. Make sure you have all the pieces before attempting to put the puzzle together, LIBRA-Sept 23/Oct 23 A chance meeting with an old flame will take you by surprise. Even if there are a few sparks left, you'll realize how much happier you are now. You'll have a lot of free time this week, so try to take advantage of it. Take care of all those tasks you keep putting off, Finances will be an issue this weekend. SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22 You may find yourself saddled with . other people's responsibilities this week. This may even force you to cancel a social engagement. As a friendship grows with an unlikely person, you'll realize something new about yourself. Look within for the answer to an important question. SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21 You may be asked to attend an important important meeting where your opinions will be influential. If you're a typical Sagittarian, you like to speak your mind, and now you can before a captive captive audience! An upcoming family function will be the topic of discussion discussion throughout the week. CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan 20 The ability to articulate your ideas will be an important part of the week's events. If successful, many doors could open for you. Be confident confident in your self and others will be, too. A love relationship may be under some strain. You could be accused of selfishness. AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18 You'll feel on top of the world throughout the week. And, if you have the good fortune to be in love with a fellow Aquarian, the two of you will be able to conquer the world! A creative hobby will capture your attention over the weekend. Arts and crafts are especially enjoyable. 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