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Orono Weekly Times, Wednesday, October 24th, 1979-3 SAM AT QUEEN'S PARK Report from Queen's Park Sam Cureatz, M.P.P., Durham East LINE FENCES AND ' :■ JOBS AT G.M. This week I'd like to talk about two unrelated issues which are, however, of great interest to residents of the riding of Durham East. These issues are the Ontario Gov- ' ernment's reformed Line Fences Act and the announcement announcement of expansion plans by General Motors, Canada. There's an old saying that "good fences make good neighbours". In the spirit of that proverb, the Ontario Government has recently re-, formed the Line Fences Act, updating it in light of changes in municiple and individual responsibilities. To begin with, a line fence is a fence that marks the boundary between two properties. properties. Sometimes the nature of the terrain prevents the fence from exactly following the boundary line, but this does not effect either the title or ownership, of the land, in question. The new Act, which is law in all municipalities throughout throughout Ontario, has been designed designed to deal with three situations. situations. For example, a property owper can now ask for a puling, or award, on the responsibility for construction construction and maintenance of a line fence. As well, the Act provides for an appeal if a property owner is not obeying the terms of an award, on the responsibility for construction construction and maintenance of a line fence. As Well, the Act provides for an appeal if a property owner is not obeying the terms of an award, or not carrying out the terms in a satisfactory manner. The construction of fences is still governered by the by-laws of the local municipality, municipality, But if neighbours- cannot agree about the construction construction and maintenance of line fences, one of them should contact their municiple municiple clerk and request that fence viewers settle the dispute. Within 3 weeks of the request, both neighbours will receive by either registered mail, or hand delivery, a notice stating when the fence viewers will arbitrate their dispute. Under the new Act, the municipality must assign three fence viewers, of which at least one will be an area resident, to-, personally inspect inspect the property boundary and decide on 'an award. The award will include a detailed description of the boundary and existing fences, as well as specify how costs and work should be divided. Where there is an unopened, road allowance between the properties, fence viewers will divide the costs for fencing equally between the two property owners. As well, if a tree has fallen across the existing line fence, it is the responsibility of the owner on whose land the tree grew to make the necessary repairs. Pre-Season Snowthrower Sale Toro 2V2 H.P. 20" $329.95 To'ro5 H.P. 24" 1 $699.95 Bolens5 H.P. 24" $699.95 Bolens6 H.P. 24" $729.95 Bolen*. H.P. 26" $799.95 TORO 524 5 hp, 24 in. clearing width. For snow up ,to 12 inches deep. Clears up to 1200 lbs. of snow o minute* Spring- action sc roper blade. Drum auger. ROLPH DOMINION HARDWARE But if one of the owners is unhappy with the fence viewer's viewer's award, an appeal can be made to the municipality's small-claims court. A Judge will then hear the appeals and make a binding decision on the award, including the division of costs and responsibilities. responsibilities. All this costly litigation can be avoided however, if neighbours neighbours take the time to sit dowri and work out a detailed agreement on their common boundaries and fencing. However, if problems arise a lawyer should be brought in to make a precise interpretation interpretation of responsibilities and reference made to an up-to- date copy of the new Line Fences Act- Turning now to the affairs of General Motors, many of you, no doubt, are aware of the Company's plans to expand expand its operations in Canada. Canada. Over the next three years, GM will be spending over $2 billion - an investment three times the amount previous previous amount spent in Canada Over the past four years. Much of General Motors' expansion will occur at the Windsor Transmission Plant and St. Catherine's facilities. The Windsor plant will be renovated to increase its output and to produce transmissions transmissions for both front-drive and rear-drive vehicles. The St. Catherine's operations will be converted from the production of V-8 engines to building V-6's. Both of these changes will bring more jobs to their respective regions. In Oshawa, however, plans are underway for major expansions to the fabrication and battery plants. As well, there are new projects in the works for the Truck Plant. All these changes will increase employment at these plants substantially. While this fall has been the time for changes in laws and industrial expansions, it is also the time for various High Sdhool graduations. May I say how much I enjoyed the Courtice High School Ceremonies Ceremonies last Friday, and good luck to all the students. Speaking of schools, I had the opportunity of listening to Dr. Leroy Kuhn, Principal of the Seventh Day Adventist Kingsway College in Oshawa on his presentation of his missionary work in Ethiopia. The presentation was very Well received. , Orono class visits outdoor centre On Monday, October 22, Grade Four pupils in Mr. Witheridge's class and Mrs. Deremo's class went to. the Western Outdoor Centre on the Taunton Road. Many outdoor activities were conducted conducted in the exceptionally warm October weather we have recently received. Parents Parents who accompanied the children and Mr. Reid were: Mrs. M. Kennedy, Mrs. D. Scott, Mrs. J. Stamp. Hazel Bird and Dave Gibson, Outdoor Outdoor personnel, led the pupils in various nature activities. Here are a few written efforts . from the children. A Very Nice Day It was a very sunny Monday, A fun day, a happy day, An exciting day, A wonderous day, A game day, A play day, An outdoor education day. Christine Montgomery, Grade 4. Outdoor Center I had a fun day, And I was glad today. We played funny games, Happy tired games, Big games and small games, They were all you-had-to- think games. The Outdoor Education Center We went on a bus to get to the Outdoor Education Center. Center. I liked when we went on à hike. Monday, October 22 was a nice day to go. Our hike was beautiful. I liked the sound of the stream and the smells I smelled.. Today was th,e first day I tasted water cress. I like water cress. It is fresh and crisp. I went to the edge of the bank. I liked the 7-man tree. I think I'd want 1 to go tomorrow again. At lunch, Mrs. Bird and Dave sold hot soup. I enjoyed the day, going to the Outdoor Center. , ■ Loretta Deriet, Graded. - Gerri's Flower and Gifts Main Street, Orono 983-9724 •.Closed Wednesdays, Open 9-5 Monday-Saturday After Hours Call 623-1487. TELEPHONE 623-6555 JOHN MANUEL, C.G.A. , INCOME TAX AND RELATED ACCOUNTING SERVICES 118 KING STREET EAST SUITE 2 BOWMAN VILLE, ONTARIO L1C1N3 E WHITE FOOD STORES LETTER TO THE EDITOR We wish to thank the three local papers for their interest and support on the evening of- Wednesday, October 17th, 1979, when they attended the 'Stop the Super Highway' Public Meeting at the Orono Town Hall. We had a very good turnout. One of the most gratifying aspects of the evening was the apparent willingness of people people to believe in themselves as a Viable force. We know we CAN effect change: We must continue to rely on the inherent strength in both our individuals and our collective collective "People Power",, in our fight to preserve the rights and needs of the people of the Town of Newcastle. Newcastle. fat Irwin, , R.R. 1, Orono. Red & White Celebration Sale Continues * 1. 4 great reafons why you should shop Red & White Free Groceries 2. Free Mustangs 3. In Store Savings 4. Menu for Savings every week winners of free groceries First winner -- Pam Du vail Second Winner -- John Taylor Third Winner--Joyce Flett Family Pak, 7 chops, rib portion. Loin Pork Chops Devon Rindless Bacon Meaty, Pork Spa reribs . > $1.35 16 oz. pkg. $1.481 $.981 Fançy No. 1 Juicy, Florida Grapefruit 6-.99c Bomb of Silverwood AH Canadian Fresh Dairy Products