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PAGE 2THE CANADIAN STATESMAN, JANUARY 7, 2004 www.durhamrcgion.com (Miagtm Leading the Way ^ 905-623-3379 info@municipality.clarington.on.ca Mayor's Levee E veryone is cordially invited to join Mayor Mutton and Members of Council at the Mayor's Levee to be held on Sunday,.January 11,2004 from 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Municipal Administrative Centre, 40 Temperance Street, Bowmanville. Patti L. Barrie, A.M.C.T. Municipal Clerk Municipal Parking Lots A ttention all residents who use the downtown parking lots in Bowmanville! Starting January 5th 2004, the rates and times for using the three parking lots located at 30 Division Street, 20 Silver Street and 132 Church Street will be changing. Your first 2 hours are free - Mm and the cost will be $2.00 per day for any stay exceeding 2 hours. if Clarington BOARD OF TRADE Keeping informed and in touch with'the Clarington Board of Trade. You are invited to join us for the following events, to gather information and participate in a relaxed networking environment. Business at the Slopes, Networking Event January 14,2004 Oshawa Ski Club 4098 Regional Road #9, Orono 6 to 8 pm. Networking is free for members, $5 at the door for future members. Promotional Tables are available. For further details contact Sheila Hall 905-623-3106, or visit www.claringtonboardoftrade.com Programming available for companies of all types and sizes, call us to see how your company can benefit as a member of the Clarington Board of Trade. Notice of Public Open House What do you want Graham Creek to look like 20 years from now? Join the Graham Creek Watershed Study Public Process DATE: Wednesday, January 14, 2004 TIME: 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. PLACE: Newcastle Community Hall (Centennial Room downstairs) 20 King Avenue West, Newcastle corner of Mill St. & Regional Rd. 2 The Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority and the Municipality of Clarington invite you to take part in the first public open house in the Graham Creek Watershed Study Public Consultation process. This is a working meeting where you'll have the opportunity to... • Receive current information on the watershed • Be part of creating a "vision" for the watershed • Help identify key issues For more information, contact: Linda Ryan, Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority: (905) 885-8173 or Faye Langmaid, Municipality of Clarington: (905) 623-3379 Ganaraska region Conservation authority REIGNING CATS AND DOGS A V V- V ' K The Clarington Animal Services staff would like to say thank you to everyone who supported our shelter in 2003. Our community community has again been very generous throughout the year, particularly over the holiday season. The animals in our care will enjoy the toys, treats blankets and food-while they wait for new homes. We currently have many adult cats and dogs looking for new homes. If you have a place in your heart and home for a new pet please visit our shelter, we may have just the companion for you. For information on this and ■ other animals please call 905-623-7651 or visit us at 33 Lake Rd., Bowmanville. - Ltm ,i„ e , heWv COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT Camp Supervisors Camp Counsellors Please quote File No. #93-03 The Municipality of Clarington, Community Services Department, is looking for energetic, active and acknowl- edgeable staff to provide leadership in a safe and enjoyable environment for our March Break Day Camp and Trip Camp programs at Courtice Community Centre, Garnet B. Rickard Recreation Complex and South Courtice Arena. Successful candidates may also be considered for employment in the summer camp programs. March Break runs from March 15TH to March 19TH, 2004. Candidates must be 18 years of age(Supervisor)/16 years of age (Counsellor), exhibit maturity and responsibility and be qualified with basic rescuer CPR and Standard First Aid. Experience dealing with children would be an asset. Successful candidates will be required to provide a current criminal reference check and complete 8 hours of training ' prior to March Break. Anyone wishing more information should contact the Community Services Department at (905) 623-3379 ext.272. Interested candidates should submit an application and resume no later than 5:00 p.m. on Friday, January 9th, 2004 to: Human Resource Manager Municipality of Clarington 40 Temperance Street Bowmanville, Ontario L1C3A6. Cross-Country Ski the Ganaraska Forest G ross-Country Skiing (also known as Nordic skiing) dates back somewhere between 4000 and 4500 years ago, when it was the only way to travel the snow and ice-covered Scandinavia. Today it is known as a great aerobic workout for all ages that can be done in a group or as an individual. individual. If you're looking for a great place to ski, look no further. Come and enjoy some of the most picturesque, groomed crosscountry crosscountry ski trails in Ontario. At the Ganaraska Forest Centre, you can get lost in the beauty of nature, while the clearly marked trail signs keep you right on track. The Forest Centre ' has over 35 kilometres of , groomed and track-set trails ' i : forthe novice and advanced skier. The trails meander through pine and hardwood forest, offering a challenge to skiers of varying ability levels. On the weekend, come and warm up with a hot chocolate Community Improvement Plan at our Quonset Hut and Snack Bar. Ski trails open in late December, weather permitting, and usually run through March - seven days a week. Once the snow starts to fly, call the Ganaraska Forest Centre.for up-to-date ski conditions at 905-797-2721. Annual Membership and Day Use Fees for cross-country skiing Youth: $20.00 for year or $5.00 per day. No charge for skiers up,to and including 8 years of age. Adult: $40.00 for year or $10 per day. (Fee also allows for hiking, '".bird watching, orienteering and snowshoeing.) GANARASKA REGION Conservation authority C larington Council has initiated a Community x Improvement Plan (CIP) forthe Bowmanville downtown downtown and East Main Central area. The main purpose of such a plan is to articulate a vision for continued prqsperity of the business core, based on an assessment of past experience experience and future prospects along with realistic implementation policies, programmes and steps. To guide the development of the CIP a community focus group will be appointed. To ensure we have a cross-section of representation from the community, community, we are looking for volunteers from Bowmanville stakeholder groups, property and business owners, residents and including a representative from outside the core urban area of Bowmanville. : . The Committee will provide advice to Clarington Council, from a community perspective, regarding the draft Community Improvement Plan Work Program and bring to the table their unique interest and perspective.for incorporation into the CIP. s We are seeking representatives with knowledge of environmental, environmental, social/historic, cultural/recreational and economic issues associated with Bowmanville. It is estimated that the focus group will meet at least 5 times during the process and attend the public meetings. Specifically we are looking for a resident of the urban core area, a resident from outside Bowmanville, and two representatives from the business community community ia Bowmanville that are not in the BIA. Application forms are available at the Municipal Administrative Centre, Bowmanville Business Centre representatives, Clarington Board of Trade or call Faye Langmaid at 905-623-3379x216. If you are a resident pf Clarington and are interested in an appointment to this Committee, please submit your application to the Planning Services Department . Municipality of Clarington 40 Temperance Street Bowmanville, Ontario L1C3A6 by 5:00 p.m., Friday, January 9, 2004. South Courtice Arena Programs Winter 2004 HIP HOP DANCE: 9-16 yrs Have you ever watched a music video and wished you'could Dance like they do? This .introductory Program will give participants participants the opportunity to learn new moves to "get their groove, on" and gain confidence in their ability to dance! Thursdays: 7 - 8 pm, Session: 10 weeks, Jan. 8th - Mar. 11th BASKETBALL DROP-IN: 8-16 yrs Join us for an evening of fun, free supervised play. The basketball basketball drop in provides the opportunity for participants to • improve their skills and develop teamwork in a recreational atmosphere. Mondays: 7- 9 pm, Jan. 5th - Mar. 8th INTRODUCTION TO LEADERSHIP: 13 -16 yrs Develop leadership skills that will encourage your personal growth and enhance your self esteem! Participants will discuss leadership styles, communication skills, team building, conflict resolution, responsibility and commitment, goal setting and time management. Wednesdays 7 - 9 pm , 10 weeks , Jan. 7th - Mar. 8th YOUTH GAMES NIGHT: 14-18 yrs Some place to go & something to do! Come on out with your old friends and meet new friends. Enjoy an evening of games, sports and activities. A wide variety of activities each night will ensure there is something for everyone to do. Fridays: 7 -10 pm, Jan. 9th - Mar. 12th AFTER SCHOOL DROP IN PROGRAM: 8-16 yrs Come on out and enjoy use of the gym, games room and craft room in a safe, supervised environment. Participants can receive help with homework, mentoring, and will meet new friends. Monday - Fridays: 3:30 - 6 pm, Jan 5th - Mar 12th KRAFTY KIDS: 5 -12 yrs Children will enjoy one hour of programmed craft time per week. Participants will create fun and easy art projects each week that can be taken home. Krafty Kids is great for both boys and girls! Saturdays: 9 -10 am , Age: 5 - 7 yrs;' f^T~ i #/ 10:15 -11:15 am, Age: 8 -12 yrs SPORTS PROGRAMS: 6 -18 yrs Participants will have the opportunity to develop their athletic skills in a wide variety of sports. The emphasis of the program is on fair play, sportsmanship and teamwork skills. Jan. 10th - Mar. 13th Sundays runs from Jan. 11th - Mar. 14th For further Information on these programs and others offered please contact the Community Services Department at 905-623-3379 ext. 272. www.municipality.clarington.on.ca