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i> I I - Orono Weekly Times O'Toole Continued from page 2 not only to chiropractic services, services, but also eye examinations examinations and physiotherapy. In addition, the new health tax that will cost many families upwards of $75 per month starting July 1, breaks the government's promise of no tax increase. Thank you for taking the time to get in touch with me regarding chiropractic chiropractic care and other budget concerns. concerns. Trailer tax update In the House last week, I had the opportunity to ask Ontario's Minister of Finance for an update on his Ministry's approach to the controversial assessment and taxation of seasonal recreational recreational trailers kept at campgrounds. campgrounds. I am disappointed that Minister Sorbara did not make a Finn commitment to a specific solution. However, the Minister promised his government would go to work on the problem, and members of the opposition will hold Minister Sorbara to that commitment. commitment. The trailer industry coalition is meeting with Ministry of Finance representatives representatives June 14th to discuss alternatives. Forcing seasonal trailer-owners to pay property taxes will place ownership of trailers out of reach for many families. In addition, this added expense will hit the tourism industry, businesses in cottage country, campgrounds, campgrounds, and trailer manufacturers. manufacturers. As Ontarians head to their trailers this summer, I would like to see the provincial government government offer some solutions that will give some peace-of- mind for the future. Tribute to Gord Mills Former Durham East MPP J--- il NEWCASTLE FUNERAL HOME Family owned and operated by Carl Good, Funeral Director, and Joyce Kufta 386 Mill St. S., Newcastle 905-987-3964 www.newcastlefuneralhome.com "Caring for our Community " Leading the Way CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON PUBLIC NOTICE www.municipality.clarington.on.ca 2004 FINAL PROPERTY TAX BILLS have been mailed for the following classes: Residential, Farmland, Managed Forests and Pipelines: JUNE 24, 2004 SEPTEMBER 23, 2004 1st INSTALLMENT DUE: 2nd INSTALLMENT DUE: Multi-Residential, Commercial, Industrial classes and sub-classes will be mailed in the near future with tentative due dates of July 22, 2004 & September 23, 2004 METHODS OF PAYMENTS ACCEPTED From the Convenience of Your Own Home: Internet & telephone banking payments are accepted at most Financial Institutions. We are listed as "Clarington Taxes and your 15 digit Roll Number beginning and ending with zero is required for setup. Banks: Tax payments accepted at most Financial Institutions - a banking fee may apply. By Mail: Please send your cheque to the Municipality of Clarington (address above). Postdated cheques ARE accepted. For your convenience there is a drop box on the north side of the building. In Person: You may pay your taxes at the Municipal Administrative Centre. We do accept interac/debit payments. Please present your entire tax bill for receipt. Pre-Authorized Payment Plan: The Municipality of Clarington allows realty tax payers the opportunity to pay their taxes on a monthly basis free of administration fees. Pre-authorized payments are deducted from the tax payer's account on the 1st day of each month, Some terms and conditions do apply. Failure to receive a Tax Notice does NOT eliminate the responsibility for the payment of taxes and penalty. fax Department (905) 623-3379 Wednesday, June 16, 2004 Gord Mills passed away June 4,2004, at age 77. Gord Mills was a member of the Ontario Legislature from 1990 to 1995. He was devoted to serving his community, having having also been elected as a municipal alderman in the City of Barrie prior to being elected as an MPP. His career included service in the Canadian Military Police Special Investigation Unit and in the Ontario Public Service. While Gord Mills and I represented different political parties, we represented represented the same Riding in the 1990s. He was an honourable man who worked hard for his constituents. I would like to extend my condolences to his family. I will be making a statement in the Legislature to pay my respect to his years of public service. Clarification regarding Booster seats I would like to briefly clarify clarify my view on booster seats legislation. After asking for input on the legislation and suggesting some of the concerns concerns raised, it would seem that some readers felt I was opposed to the seats. In fact, I am in favour of any fair and reasonable legislation that makes the highways safer for children or adults. However, it remains the obligation of the Official Opposition to scrutinize each, government bill and ensure it meets with the approval of Ontario's citizens. citizens. As always, thank you for your comments. •V, ' . Iplllll ill I il ,|i! " L,JÉi r-- ijl '"i'iiiliii] | WjMijii:» It X 'I, ■. 'v' .X ■' '-III jljiii Ell Wl! ' liÿ it'll!: Suite *|{ji:l :! i y !j > . ;|i _ WFtiUim iBlj»:* feiaiiiiB ..Jll : j 1 A'S !y, i" j I-j3'.'f 1 ,- ! ' 1 i'i Emerald Beckwith tries this bike for size at last weekend's 'Lemonade Sale' in downtown Newcastle. Nora Ortbach Board saddened by death of Pines Senior School Principal H d! i The Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board joins its staff, students and parents in mourning the sudden death on Wednesday, June 9th, of Nora Ortbach, Principal of The Pines Senior Public School. Mrs. Ortbach suffered a stroke and died at Lakeridge Health Oshawa, she was 46 years of age. "We all are deeply saddened by this tragic loss of a fine, caring principal and a wonderful person," person," says Dr. Avis Glaze, Director of Education. "This has come as a terrible loss to all those who knew her. Nora was a dedicated, dedicated, hardworking teacher and administrator. She always put students first and went the extra mile for them. We offer our sincere sympathies, warm thoughts and prayers to Nora's family, students, co-workers and the entire school community." community." Mrs. Ortbach joined the Board in September 1982 as a language teacher at East Northumberland Secondary School. In September 1987, T&J ' 7 is di at!!?! Now available in Clarington only at FRED'S AUTOBODY 163 Baseline Road, Unit 1 Bowmanvllle, Ontario L1C 314 Tel: (905) 623-6353 Fax: 905-623-3913 E-mall: FAB@on.albn.com Fred DeVries, owner • FREE ESTIMATES •COMPETITIVE RATES •INSURANCE CLAIMS Complete Collision Repair, Restoration and Reflnlshlng she moved to Clarke . High School. She served as head of the French Department at Clarke and as an acting vice-principal, vice-principal, before moving to Bowmanville High School in September 1998 as its vice-principal. She assumed principalship of The Pines in January 2003. She is survived by her husband, husband, Dieter. Funeral services were held in Oshawa on Saturday June 12th.