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4 The Canadian Statesman, Bowmanville, Wednesday, October 19,1994 Candidates Announce Intentions for Municipal Election CANDIDATE UPDATE... As of Monday, Oct. 17,1994 the following persons have declared for the 1994 CLARINGTON MUNICIPAL ELECTION to be held on Monday, Nov.14,1994 MAYOR: Ann Cowman Diane Hamre Reg Wlllatts REGIONAL COUNCILLOR WARD 1 Larry Hannah Libby Racansky Evert Vroegh Arnot Wotten LOCAL COUNCILLOR WARD 1 Gary Majesky Phil Manning Cathy McKeever Mary Novak REGIONAL COUNCILLOR WARD 2 Carson Elliott John O'Toole Marie Hubbard LOCAL COUNCILLOR WARD 2 Jim Kondrachuk Pat Pingie David Wing REGIONAL COUNCILLOR WARD 3 Bill Clarke Ann Dreslinskl Randy Flint LOCAL COUNCILLOR WARD 3 Bonnie Cunningham David Scott CLARINGTON HYDRO COMMISSION Suzanne Elston Paul Reesor Pauline Storks Anna van den Hoven George Vandyk PUBLIC SCHOOL BOARD WARD 1 Milton Dakin Rona Formosa Alan Garbe David Gray Paul Nadeau WARD 2 Marc Battle Charmaine Dunn Michael Slocombe Gail Syme WARDS William Lofgren Beverly Wakefield Robert Willsher SEPARATE SCHOOL BOARD Donna Lucas-Astley Alan Baylis Caroline Burke Cecil Mackesey Ward Three Local Councillor Seeks Re-election Nov. 14th David Scott David Scott has confirmed his intention intention to seek re-election as the Local Local Councillor for Ward 3 in the upcoming upcoming November 14 Municipal Election. Having filed his nomination papers last week, Councillor Scott indicated indicated that his decision to run again had not been an automatic one. "I had to consider the commitment involved involved in serving another term," he said, "but I have decided that there are a number of continuing issues that I would like to see through to a conclusion." He cited the progress made in economic economic development and establishing a more cooperative relationship with the business community. "I think that with the establishment of an Economic Economic Development Office, and our willingness willingness to listen to our businesses, we have helped create an environment environment where our local economy will grow, 2nd strengthen our tax base. Our ability to restrict local municipal taxes to 1.4% in 1992, 0% in 1993 and 0% in 1994, also sends a message message to companies that are considering considering locating in Clarington." Councillor Scott also referred to the Official Plan for Clarington that has been in preparation for the past three years and is due for completion next year. "There are some very important important principles incorporated into the Draft Official Plan. This has been the result of extensive consultation consultation with the public about how they see their community developing in the next 20 years. I would like to be at the table to sec that these principles principles arc not compromised when the Plan is approved by the next Council." Council." He said he was also concerned about the continuing external pressure pressure being placed on our natural envi- o? Healthy Choice % BULK FOOD AND DELI Come in and visit our 500 Plus item S- BULK FOOD STORE ^Some of our Deli meats are supplied by c £ € S c s € Henry's Deli of Oshawa GRAND OPENING SPECIALS October " 9 th - 31st Unblanched Red and Green ALMONDS 099 CHERRIES 099 0.88$ per 100 g. O lb. 0.66$ per 100 g. C-lb. Halloween JU JUBES and . JELLY BEANS 0,37c per 100 g. 66 lb. Black Forest HAM 0.8B$ per 100 g. » 99 > lb. APRICOTS 0.66$ per 100 g. 199 . lb. Mix 'N Match MINI CHOCOLATE BARS 10 FOR $1.00 ^ We have a complete line of Baking Products for Christmas ^ Remember: BUY IN BULK and SAVE! Monday to Wednesday 9 - 5; Thursday 9 - 8; Friday 9 - 8; Saturday 9 - 4; Closed Sunday Vl/e are located in the I.G.A. Plaza 237 King Street East, Bowmanville © 623-3140 c wwwwwy/www^ Municipal Election Day is November 14th INTRODUCING THE PELLET STOVE NO CHIMNEY REQUIRED! $ 1895 95 INTRODUCTORY OFFER 1 TON OF PELLETS "FREE" (WITH PURCHASE) l.irnitccl Timo Offer Attractive) matt block finish with 21 enrol gold pinto accent, • CANADIAN MADE • 5 YR. WARRANTY • BURNS UP TO 50 HRS. (AUTOMATICALLY) • FUEL FEED TEMPERATURE CONTROLLED • LOW MAINTENANCE • FREE STANDING OR INSERT • 1 " CLEARANCE AT BACK OF STOVE it u ins MON WED 10 6 THURSAFRI 10 - n SAT. 10 5 TAUNTON POOLS & STOVE DEN 571-0189 133 TAUNTON RD.W., OSHAWA II BLOCK WEST OF SIMC0E1 571-0189 ronment. "This term wc were successful successful in fighting off the Interim Waste Authority's attempts to site a landfill in our community. But there have been many such battles in the past, and I am sure there are more facing us in the future. Experience has taught us that wc have to be constantly constantly on guard in our resolve to protect protect our natural environment." When asked about how he thought his first term had gone, he said that "we were most productive as a Council Council when we worked together, and I am proud of what wc were able to accomplish. accomplish. We were able to resolve a number of longstanding issues (such as the Ontario Hydro Agreement), and actively encouraged public input by being more open and accessible." He said he was not sure what to expect going into his first term, but found it to be an educational and satisfying satisfying experience. "I feel I have served my 'apprenticeship', and I am prepared to make a further contribution contribution to my community." Candidate Seeks Ward One Seat On Local Council Phil Manning Phil Manning is a resident of Courticc since 1989. Phil is 36 years of age and is a self-employed businessman. businessman. Phil's hundreds of volunteer flouts include speaking engagements arid career days at local schools, assistance assistance with the Courticc Carnival and other community events, and regular activities in the local churches. Phil also served as producer of the Oranges Oranges and Tea Christmas music album, the proceeds of which are contributed toward the costs of building the Courticc Community Complex. Phil Manning ■ believes that progress cannot be achieved without a clear vision of the future. Phil's vision vision for Ward 1 includes balance between between the development of housing and industry. Phil Manning envisions Ward 1 as a place where an ever- increasing proportion of the residents work, shop, learn and play within the community. "It is my desire to serve the people people of Ward 1 and all of Clarington with consistent, honest and responsible responsible representation on council. I will, within the authority granted me, ensure ensure that the present issues and those which may arise will be given due and fair consideration. "I believe the following arc among the chief issues: Tax and Hydro Hydro rates arc unreasonably higher than our nearest neighbouring municipalities; municipalities; Community services (ic. recreational facilities and library) arc not available locally, services which arc available are of limited capacity; Water and sewer arc unavailable in some of our residential areas." Name Change Committee Member Runs for Ward I Local Council Seat; Evert Vroegh to Run for Ward Regional Seat My name is Evert Vroegh, of 4527 Trull's Road, near Mitchell's Comers, and I am employed at General General Motors in Oshawa as an electrical electrical designer. I arrived here from Holland Holland in 1965 as a young electrician. In Canada I met my future wife Nida, who was a nurse from the Phillipincs. My wife and I raised our daughter and son in this community, they graduated graduated from Courticc Secondary School, and then went on to university, university, where they finished their education. education. I have been closely following the Clarington political developments, and have come to the conclusion that Clarington politics needs an injection of democracy and common sense. For instance, it doesn't seem to make much sense that Council did the following: • Refused to accept bids from Clarington contractors for the building of a fire station because, according according to Council, they were not qualified. This was arrogant and insulting. insulting. ' . • frivolous rezoning. lypical is the approval to sever, a property at 4577 Trull's Road - one of eight veterans' veterans' properties near Mitchell's Corners Corners - contrary to an existing zoning by-law, against the advice of the Clarington Planning Department, and despite the protests of neighbours. On January 25, 1993, the Ontario Municipal Board overturned this re- zoning because of "Poor Planning." • The building of the "the election election goody of the year" - the Courticc Courticc Community Centre. The estimated estimated price tag of this infrastructure project shot up by $1 million between between July and October, and the projected projected amtual operating cost of 5662,533 of the Centre may raise our taxes by 7 per cent or $45 per household. household. If Council is so sure that people want this Centre, plus the extra taxes that come with it, why not let them vote on it in a referendum? _ • Promoting residential development, development, without being able to attract significant industrial and commercial commercial development. It is turning Clarington Clarington into the largest bedroom community community cast of Toronto. Many young families are moving in, creating the need for more schools and higher school taxes. Higher taxes will discourage discourage companies from settling here in Clarington, further distorting our tax base. This is an unbalanced and unhealthy growth. If elected: • I will try to establish a linkage between residential development on one side, and commercial, industrial development on the other. Wc can't just keep on building houses without attracting industry. • I will work to promote real infrastructure infrastructure projects, industrial parks, and public transportation within Clarington. Clarington. An agreement with Oshawa Transit to extend its services to Courticc Courticc should have high priority. • I will pay closer attention to the professional advice of the Clarington Planning Department than the present Council has been doing. No more sneaky political decisions when rezoning. rezoning. Council will have to become more open. • I will try very hard to make Clarington Clarington u more democratic community- community- I want to be chosen by the residents residents of Ward 1, Municipality of Clarington, as their Local Councillor in the coming election. A representative must be able to balance the needs of their constituents constituents with the good of the municipal^ ty as a whole. I can't make promises on things I will deliver if elected because because I can't sec into the future. The population of our ward is an interesting interesting mixture. From the older urban residents of Wilmot Creek to the cast, the villagers and farmers to the north, together with the younger urbanites of Courticc to the west - wc certainly have diversity. The requirements of all these people will evolve over the next three years or another level of government could simply change the rules of the game. The one constant I can offer is my commitment to provide provide a realistic, balanced opinion when presented with the details of any project; as I said: I can't predict the future so I can't guarantee the results. results. As a member of the Town of Newcastle Name Change Committee, I became deeply involved with the Newcastle Man Seeks Election to Catholic Board Cecil Mackesey Cecil Mackesey has confirmed his candidacy and will be seeking a seat as a trustee on the Peterborough, Victoria, Victoria, Northumberland and Clarington Clarington Catholic School Board. Ccc Mackesey, a resident of Newcastle, Newcastle, formerly of Bowmanville, is married and the father of three children. children. He is employed by General Motors Motors of Canada. Mr. Mackesey has been active in issues concerning education in this area for several years. He has effectively effectively campaigned for traffic safety officers and for greater accountability of the school board. In particular, Mr. Mackesey gathered support of over 300 signatures of parents who were concerned about split grades in the school system. He has also lobbied for a new Catholic high school in Bowmanville. "I feel that I can bring enthusiasm, vision and the opportunity for an exchange exchange of fresh ideas and change. Our children deserve the best education education system possible and I feel that I can help achieve this for them", Mr. Mackesey said. "My platform will stress the importance of catholic teaching in our schools and the need for better communication between the school board, teachers, parents, and students, Also, I am very concerned concerned about the eruption of violence in our schools, the need for an improved improved curriculum and the .preparedness .preparedness of students for the world beyond the school system." Ccc looks forward to meeting with the separate school supporters of Peterborough, Victoria, Northumberland Northumberland and Clarington. He encourages them to come to the candidate meetings meetings where he will discuss the issues and listen to their concerns, Cathy McKeever life of our municipality. I supported the change because it gave us the opportunity opportunity to "restore" our individual communities while at the same time establishing a unified, marketable identity for the whole. Wc have a new name and the publicity generated generated by that process has served as a catalyst. catalyst. Wc arc attracting people who want to play a part in Clarington's growth, and I am one of them. Our municipality needs people who will encourage enterprise and offer support; support; people who believe that prosperity prosperity can be achieved by presenting a positive outlook to the world, and people who realize that animosity profits no-one. Ironically, it was my experience on the Name Change Committee which led me to apply for a position on the Board of Directors for the Bowmanville Museum. While searching for a future, it became ob : vious that our past must also be celebrated. celebrated. The reasons we have chosen to live here may differ, but we all do so because Clarington offered each of us something special. As the councillor councillor representing Ward 1, it would be my duty to maintain this strong sense of community while addressing the day-to-day concerns of residents. There have been several comments comments made regarding the lack of "professionals" on council; yet which professions would produce an ideal councillor has not been revealed. I believe WHY a person wants to serve their community and what they hope to achieve as a councillor arc' the qualifications which should be looked at, not what they happen to dp for a living. If what I say appeals to the voters, then let them choose me based on that. Election Facts HOW MANY VOTERS? - There are approximately 40,000 people eligible to vote in Clarington, Clarington, although that number may change slightly when a final tally has been completed. WARD SIZES » Ward One (former Darlington Township, including Courticc) has 17,959 eligible electors. Next comes Ward Two (Bowmanville) with 12,953. Finally, Ward Three (former Clarke Township, including including Newcastle and Orono) has 9,381 voters. These numbers arc also subject to revisions. VOTER TURN-OUT - Not all of the above-mentioned citizens will be going to the municipal polls on election day. Usually, fewer than half of the eligible voters cast their ballots. In the election of 1991, the voter turnout turnout was about 39 per cent. EXPAND YOUR WINTER HORIZONS! REGISTER TODAY - CLASSES BEGINNING SOON The Northumberland and Clarington Board of Education invites you to register in these special interest courses presented at the Courticc Secondary School beginning the week of October 24. These courses arc presented in eight two hour sessions and cost $52 with a special senior rate of $32. Registration Night - Wednesday, Oct. 19th between 7 and 9 p.m. in the lobby at Courticc Secondary School on Nash Road TUESDAYS 7-9 p.m. Computer Introduction - This five session course is designed for people who have never sat in front of a computer. A Case Against Pornography - An insightful and stimulating look into this aspect of our society. This symposium is conducted in five sessions and costs $35. MONDAYS 7-9 p.m, Spanish - Beginner Spanish taught by a native speaker. Car Repair - Licensed mechanic shows how to make basic repairs. Basle Self Defense -Tae Kwon-Do black licit instructor teaches basic defense techniques. Self-Esteem for the Elementary School Student- This course helps parents develop strategies to build self-esteem in llieir children. Career Success Strategics -This course will identify philosophies, habits, behaviours and qualities that distinguish high achievers from others. The course will address more than 20 easy-to-implemcnt strategies for becoming more successful in all facets of life. Best Practice Banking - Learn how to get the most out of your hank, build good credit and make sound investments. Country Line Dancing - Learn the basics of this dance craze. Creative Writing -The purpose of this creative writing course is to motivate would be writers to start writing, Leant some tricks of the trade from a published author. Job Search Techniques - Whether you are re-entering the workforce, lnid-off, a recent graduate or just in need of a job change then this course is for you. English As A Second Language - Know of anyone who needs help witli the daunting task of learning English? (eerlified instructor and the course is FRIÎEI) WEDNESDAYS 7-9 p.m. Country Line Dancing - For fun and exercise this is the class for you, This course is meant to meet the needs of the intermediate line dancer, ©