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Pago A4 ♦ THE CANADIAN STATESMAN 4 July 26,2006 durhamregion.com Number of possibilities f increased interest From page A1 lessor and director of the Loeal Government Government Program at the University of Western Western Ontario in London. At this stage, there doesn't seem to be a trend across the province for there to be more candidates candidates than usual throwing their liais into the municipal ring. Sometimes, having a number of vacancies vacancies on council can create an environment environment where more people run, he said. In Clarington's case, three positions are not being sought by incumbents: Regional Ward l and 2 is available due to Jim. Schell's retirement; Local Ward 2 is open, since Don MacArthur is attempting attempting to make the move to Conn. Schell's previous position; and, Local Ward 3 appears to be available, though incumbent incumbent Pat Pingle hasn't officially said she's not running. The only thus-far unchallenged incumbent is Local Ward l 's Adrian Foster. The sheer number of candidates doesn't point to a co-ordinated plot to over-throw the current administration, said Dr. Sancton. "Sometimes, if there's an organized effort to throw the incumbents out, there's not an increase in candidates, because the opposition group works hard to limit the number of candidates, to put up one strong candidate to challenge the incumbent," he said. This is one of the bugs in the municipal system in general, he said. "If there really is dissatisfaction and the desire to 'throw the bums out', this is an indication of the difficulties in municipal government without a party system," he said, noting spreading the votes across more candidates "strengthens "strengthens the position of the incumbent." The early signups could point to people being more aware of election financing rules, he said. "If people are ' serious about raising money, they've got to register as candidates candidates before they raise any money, so they might sign up earlier," lie said. "I would be'surprised if serious candidates What do you have to say about green bins? DURHAM - Calling all green bin users. We want to hearyour thoughts, be they good or bad, about the system of waste management the Region has employed, which, up until recently, was only in use in Claringlon, Uxbridge. Scugog and Brock but is now available region-wide. We also want to hear about any tips and advice you might have or complaints and issues with source separation. We're looking for brief notes, 100 words or less, by July 31. We will publish publish some of the feedback, tips and other thoughts in an upcoming edition. E-mail reporter Erin Hatfield at ehatfield@durhamresion.com. came out later, because of the need to raise money." The rules have attracted more attention attention lately, since Hamilton's mayor was brought up on related charges. When it comes right down to it, it's hard to say what's causing the increase in Clarington, said Dr. Sancton. "It could be. a. fluke, there could just be a bunch of keen people out there," he said. To have your flyers delivered by Durham's #1 Carrier Force! Call 965-5794407 Wednesday, July 26, 2006 • Furniture Direct* • Sportmart* • Yanch Heating* • Bay* • Square Boy* • Jysk* • Bonus Pak* The weight loss program you'll love for life. o one-on-one support o all-natural products o grocery store food to 50 pouhdS'.dnq- HWBl s our clients vary, so do their results. ■■ .• . ■ ' ' v ; ' ' 0shawa | zv.u III 13 ??_R^% R d.N . ^vi' 905.< ' ■ . ; - ,■ . ; ■ . ' * Flyers not necessarily in all papers Remember, all inserts, including those on glossy paper, . can be recycled with the rest of your newspaper through your Blue Box Recycling program. CAU. 310-THIN U.,.,,-:.-, ■ . . . Content Feeds durhamregion.com E o o ■ c 0 ■ft 0 L E a £ L 3 T (6 0 ! E £ 0 0 ■ c 0 '5 0) L E (0 r L 3 ■u Ifl I c © If You Are... Moving Expecting a Baby Planning a Wedding New Business Appointment Looking for a Career Call Welcome Wagon Today! Call; 905-434-2010 www.welcomewagon.ca It's absolutely FREE! Internet: ■VJlt (EYCOMË* btfAGONi bringing Local Community information & gifts A LINDSAY AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY 19th Annual wmm Wednesday, August 2nd, 2006 9:30 am - 7:00 pm at the Lindsay Central Exhibition Grounds Vehicle Colliornc Street W. Lindsay Contrai Exhibition Grounds *s Pullin' 8 Vendor Pmr.iiiy Kent Siicol W. Huge Variety of Homemade Crafts and Home Baking OVER y(><> VENDORS FREE DRAW Admission: $3.00 Children under 12 free For information call: 705-324-5551 Visit our web site: www.lindsayex.com Member of The Ontario Crafts Council z-- the -------------- I Sleep Factory Monday to Wednesday 10-G HOURS™»rsday to Friday 10-9 ■MMMHi Saturday 10-6 & Sunday 11-4 This Week OVER 40 FACTORY OUTLETS ACROSS ONTARIO INCLUDING. TAUNTON RD. 79 TAUNTON RD. W. 905-433-1052 mim $ DON CHERRY'S HI 1414 KINO ST. eF 905-436-3368 1 L HIGHWAY #2