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i 1 ne Uarmgion/lourticc inücpenüent, uowmanvmc, Saturday, July 4, l'jys Page tu Farmer Wins $500 Cheque -te . Report from Queen's Park by John O'Toole • Politicians Face A Busy Summer • Bill Tamblyn of Tamlanc Farms won a $500 boost for his cash How on Monday, June 8, thanks to a survey survey draw contest from the Ontario Veterinary Medical Association. Tamlyn says he answered a survey which went out to swine, beef and dairy producers across Ontario earlier this year. The survey, sponsored by Pfizer animal health products, researched how vets could improve communication and their relationships with producers. Dr. Robert Green of the Newcastle Veterinary Clinic was more than happy to give Tamblyn the cheque. Quality Body Work Quality Painting FREE ESTIMATES ON BOTH INSURANCE AND NON-INSURANCE WORK Open 5 Days a Week Monday through Friday tHTJUn «J BÊEMSSÈBEBLm mM 166 King St. East Telephone 623-3396 School is out and summer summer has officially begun. I might also add that this legislative session has ended at Queen's Park. Over the next couple of months, most educators and politicians will still be working. School Boards and the teachers' associations associations will be attempting to resolve their new contracts before the August 31st deadline. On Friday, I met with and spoke to all the school board directors in my riding. riding. They arc working toward ensuring that our schools arc open for our students in September. Municipalities will attempt to finalize their municipal budgets before issuing their final municipal municipal tax bills. Provincially, this legislative session ended on Thursday, June 25th. There are a number of discussion papers and public public consultations that will take place over th'e summer summer session. Our constituency constituency office will continue continue to be open as usual. For the weeks of July 20th and 27th staff will be taking taking holidays so will only be taking calls and have no scheduled appointments. Of course, I am sure that we will all take time to relax and enjoy some of the great weather and catch up on reading some of the interesting reports A "Yabba Dabba Dooo" of a Deal. t i"' 7 - 'Ur Lt Our Paramount Canada's Wonderland Package is your ticket, featuring accomodation for two adults and three children, two all-day adult passes to the park, plus two continental breakfast. Enjoy our skylit pool, sauna, fitness centre and childrens creative area. Deltas Kids Concierge Program allows kids to check-in at their very own front desk. Kids 6 and under eat FREE, 12-6 eat 1/2 price. Paramount Canada's Wonderland PACKAGE $159 CDN $118 U.S. 1 Della Toronto Airport Hotel 1-800-668-1444 (Canada & U.S.) Terms Et Conditions: • Rates valid May 4th to October 12th, 1998 • Second night available for $90.00 • $15.00 per additional adult, per room, per night (room only) • Additional Paramount Canada's Wonderland tickets available at the front desk • Rales are based on double occupancy • Maximum 4 adults per room • Rates arc subject to availability • Rales arc subject to applicable taxes or novels we have neglected. neglected. Over the past few weeks, I have repeatedly mentioned the intentions of the province to introduce introduce the Greater Toronto Services Board, (GTSB) legislation. First reading occurred this past week and the legislation will be available for the public to review. Second reading will likely come up in late September when the legislature legislature returns. After second second reading and debate, formal public consultations consultations will be held. The legislation legislation proposes that the GTSB may prepare strategics strategics with respect to the provision and optimal use of infrastructure. It would also manage GO transit through an authority known as GT Transit; help coordinate economic development and tourism in the GTA and assist with the resolution of interregional interregional disputes. It will also provide a forum for municipalities to discuss the administration and costs of social service assistance and social housing housing programs in the GTA. It is important to realize that GO Transit was once subsidized by all Ontario's taxpayers when in fact it primarily serves people in the GTA. Today, there already exists a committee of GTA Mayors and Regional Chairs to discuss many of the same issues that are being proposed. Representation and taxation taxation or levying powers are important components of this proposed GTSB. Every municipality will have representation and the weighted assessment of each municipality would determine their share of the tax burden. I am clearly on record as encouraging those ' municipalities','in my riding riding to u examine their options for the future. The question is, do we want to be part of the GTA or do we want to go it alone with the formation of a new form of county or upper tier , government like Victoria or Northumberland Counties. I have argued that rural municipalities find it difficult difficult to share in the funding of GO Transit or other services services they don't use. Over the summer and in the fall, I will be meeting with the Mayors and would like to see a public forum on this legislation. Call for more information. Hospitals in the GTA have received the announcement of $235.8 million in capital plus $59 million in new specialized services as well as some $19 million to address the operational growth funding. funding. For East Durham Hospitals (Port Perry, Uxbridge, Bowmanville, Whitby and Oshawa) this means $43.8 million for new emergency and ambulatory ambulatory care, critical care beds, operating rooms, complex continuing care and mental health beds and in addition, almost $20 million for a cancer treatment centre at Oshawa. Our share of the operational growth funding funding will be determined shortly. I have spoken with members of our boards and they responded positively positively to the news. 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See the newborn tiger cubs. weeks, I have attended as many graduation ceremonies ceremonies as was possible. Last week, I attended the Centre for Individual Studies (CIS) graduation. I want to thank principals John Sylvcstervich, as well as Gail Rickard and all the staff for providing a truly important environment environment for their students. Graduating students, like Norma Kennedy, Catherine Smart, Stacey Grcatrix, JoAnn Jukes, ' Catherine Follcst, each remarked how important this educational opportunity opportunity was to them. Valedictorian, Mrs. Joan Alary, remarked how her teacher Sherce-Lce Powsey helped her to complete a life long personal personal goal as well as discover discover her love for poetry. Each CIS student had the opportunity to rc-discovcr themselves thanks to the support of the community and the Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Boards. My attendance at this special graduation reaffirmed my support for adult learning and I especially especially thank Ms. Nonna Kennedy for insisting that I attend and to assure her that I do try to keep my promises. Over the next few weeks, my columns will be less frequent but I will endeavor to keep in touch. I encourage you to keep in touch by calling me at (905) 697-1501, 1-800- 661-2433 or fax 1-905- 697-1506. Summer is an important, family time for each of us . to spend some quality time. Please have a safe and happy summer. Health MinisterResponds To Needs of GTA/905 Residents and Hospitals "The recent announcement of enhanced capital and operating dollars for hospitals in the GTA/905 will go a long way to achieving better access, closer to home, for residents of Durham, Halton, Peel and York," says Virginia McLaughlin, Chair of the GTA/905 Healthcare Alliance. The government is providing up to $206.7 million toward capital renovations and construction as well as an additional $17 million in growth funding for hospitals in the GTA/905 area. According to McLaughlin, "the Minister has recognized recognized growth challenges faced by 905 hospitals and responded quickly to the recommendations of the Health Services Restructuring Commission." GOLF SPECIAL 18 Hole Championship Course Memberships Available or Pay as You Play Tournament Bookings Available 2 Golfers with 1 Power Cart ■ Weekdays $58.00; Weekends after 1 p.m. $60.00 . • 'Does not apply to tournaments fivilh this munon onlu) ■ (with this coupon only) BOWMANVILLE COUNTRY CLUB (905) 623-2670 DURHAM REGION The Regional Municipality of Durham Works Department HOLIDAY BLUE BOX COLLECTION SCHEDULE Blue Box collection normally scheduled for Canada Day on Wednesday, July 1st will be rescheduled for this Wednesday, July 8th. 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