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<. Q Saturdays the hours-are from 9:30 ny printing done -- just phone the provement in the knowledge of the children, who have taken out member. ship in the library, which is entirely dite I'S} Fa _--- Phone 655-4566 --- =x re C--O -- ---- BROOKLIN NEWS For Coming Events -- News Articles -- Advertising -- Church Activities Brooklin, Ontario GENE DOPP rooklin Library Well Patronized 13 WAITING THEIR RETURN--Ex- treme left, Mrs. A. Boyes, Librarian, and her assistant. Mrs. R. Dingman, with some of their customers. The children of the town flock in droves to the new Brooklin Library for books -- no wonder as it has a membership of 557 children and 322 adults for a total of 879 .persons There was such a demand for books that Mrs. Arthur Boyes, the Librarian could not keep up with the service de- sired, and now has Mrs. R. Dingmar as an assistant. . } The library is open on Tuesdays and Fridays from 2:30 p.m. to 5:16 p.m. and again from 7 to 9 in the evenings. a.m. to 12:00 noon. It is wonderful to see the personal service that is given to the children customers by the Librarian and her assistant, who so skillfully direct these little tots, to exactly the book they wanted. There are approximately 5,500 books to choose from which include fiction non - fiction, history, encyclopaedia «which gives you the whole field o human knowledge) and almost any other subject you may desire to name there will be a book there to cover it. Recently a selective number of mon thly magazines have been subscribed to and are available to the members. Then there is a generous collection of bo ks for children of all ages. The Librarian is pretty well informed of the contents of each book before it is ordered, which keeps her up-to-date, and enables her to keep subscribers posted. The teachers of the Brooklin schools have noticed a tremendous im- "free for children and adults. The library' originated from the former Baptist Church building and Circalation Going Up Evidently some of our readers must have been paying some compliments to the page of Brooklin News in the Port Perry Star, as our circulation has "been going up. All the copies at Ri- chardson's Variety Store and at the Snack Bar, at the Brookin House, have been almost sold out each week. Not many copies were left for sale, but the fact remains more could have been sold. In addition to this, some sub- scribers have been added to our grow- ing list. Your assistance is greatly _appreciated--keep up the good work. Have You Any News? If you have any news items, 'want umber at the top. of this page or if you want a picture taken of a wedding 'couple or of a silver or golden wedding anniversary -- just phone thé same of Mr. Derek Little, ns Fg Circulated 14,534 Books in 1961 2' Has 5,500 Books to Choose : From - in 1921 the Council gave permission to tranfer it to the basement of the Township Hall. In February 1961, the present library was opened Brooklin has been library conscious since April 1897, when the first lib- rary service was given to the com- munity--since then many have giver some wonderful service to it's pro- gress. Some of the librarians who have served are the late Danial Holli- day (the first), his daughter Miss Holliday, Mrs. Geo. Jones, Mrs. E. Griggs, Miss Dixon and Miss McKe- own, who held office until June 1960 when Mrs. A. Boyes, the present lib- rarian, was appointed to the position. A library just does not go on with- out guidance, and here are the people who are really responsible for the library and its policy: Chairwoman--Miss Lylia McBrien Treasurer--J. H. Stroud Secretary--Mrs. Fred Holliday Directors--R. E. Henderson and -Mrs. Ed. Draper 1961 Library Statistics The following gives you an idea of the popularity of the library ,and you are invited to become a member an- 'enjoy the many books secured fos your pleasure. Number of volumes at beginning - of current year -- 4078. Number of volumes added during year -- 1433. Number of volumes withdrawn--31. Total number Books at end of cur- rent year including 250 books on loan from the Dept. of Education -- 5475. Borrowers Number of borrowers at beginning of current year -- 813 Number of new borrowers registered -- 554. Number of Borrowers cancelled--14. Total number of borrowers to date. _Adult--312 Children--514. Total--853. Circulation Adult fiction and non-fiction included--6476. Children fiction and non-fiction included--8368. Total circulation for year--14,834. 50 Reference books were purchased this year adding an increased interest for students. 166 books, 6 reference books, and a beautiful world globe were donated by interested citizens. Teachers with their pupils from both schools visited the library during the year. i Township Planning Board Meet Here are some of the things dealt with: Planning Consult- ant's report adopted; committee ete. A Meeting of the Planning Board of the Township of Whitby was held in .the Municipal Office, Brooklin or "Tuesday, February 13th, 1962 at 7.30 p.m." with Chairman Geo. Lofthouse and members W. H. Down, J. Dryden T. Wilson, J. Batty and Wm. Manning present as well as Mr. D. Little, Plan. ning Consultant. Mr. Derek Little presented his 1961 Annual Report to the Township of Whitby Planning Board under two Sections -- (1) Summary of Planning Board Activities--February 1st, 1961 to December 31st 1961. (2) Suggest- ed Planning Programnie for 1962. On Motion by Wilson, Seconded by Down Mr. Little's Report was received "and adopted as presented. Caitied. The question of fees to be charged for processing applications placed be fore the Board was discussed and it was agreed that a Committee could best deal with this matter and bring in recommendations to the Board. On Motion by Down, Seconded by Manning, Mr. Dryden and Mr. Wilson were appointed as a Special Commit- tee: to review application fees for Consent, Subdivision and Re-Zoning. | Carried. ii - A Rezoning Application by Mrs. Doris Watt, 10 Duke St. to change the zoning of the east 80' of Lot 71, number, LA ~ iy CARERS La a bd vA Fike appointed to recommend fees; rezoning application from Mrs. Doris Watt for retail store, was not recommended; Application from Mr. Merrill Ross, to sell 2 Acres of land, was referred to Conservation Authority; services planning consultant recommended for 1962, from R-3 to C-1 to' permit the opera- tion of a retail store at this loggtion. After careful consideration of this request the following recommendation was made to Council: On Motion by Manning, Seconded by Batty this Board doées not recommend rezoning of Mrs. Watt's property. Carried. An application by Mr. Merrill Ross Concession 6 about 2 acres in'area was considered. This 'is situated at 'the southerly limits of his property with for consent to sell part of Lot 24; a frontage of 276' and a depth of 265' 8" on the south boundary and approxi- mately 400' on the north boundary,' A problem with this application is the Greenbelt zoning 'and the possibility that there might not "be sufficient buildable land above the flood plain of Lynde Creek. 1 t On Motion by Down, Seconded by Batty the Board referred this matter to the Central Lake Ontario Conser- vation Authority and the Building Inspector for report before granting consent. Carried. Mr. Derek Little, P. BEng. of Muni. cipal Planning Consultants 'Co. Ltd. submitted, as requested, 'an offer ito supply specified Planning 'Consultan' Services to the Board for 1062. On Motion by Batty, Seconded by McGeé Plan of the Village of Brooklin Be ea a Bs Tats. ~~ hha MARES rR AS Wilson the Board 'recommenddd 'to|: Plan. controlled industrial accews romd ex- tends 'through a 'portion-of 'the Pown- report adopted, etc. A Regular Meeting of the Council of the Township of Whitby was held in the Council Chambers, Brooklin on Monday, February 12th, 1962 at 1.3 p.m with all members present. On Motion by D. Roberts, Seconded by M. Lovelock the minutes of Meet- ings 8 and 4 were adopted as printed. Carried. Deputations and Interviews Mr. Bill Holdershaw, Hall Caretaker discussed the use of the Twp. Hall on Saturday nights and suggested that the Council consider eliminating all Saturday night rentals. The clean- ing up after Saturday night dance in time to make the place fit for a Sun- day Church Service was not possible, As well the moving of the piano from the stage to the floor of the auditori- 'um each time was damaging the plano and the stage itself, On suggestion by Reeve Down the Council agreed to refer this matter to the Property Committee. Mr. Brethour, County Weed In- spector suggested to Council that the sum of $300.00 be set aside to purch- ase weed spray to be supplied to far- mers for application to fields infested with Wild Carrott and/or Bullthistle. No action was taken on this request. Mr. J. B. Hodgson of the Property and Building Management Branch of the Federal Department of Public 'Works was present to discuss with "Council a proposed site for a new Post Office. This proposed site is imme- diately east of the new Brooklin Fire Hall and fronts for 116' on Viponc Road. Mr. Hodgson suggested that the frontage was ample but additional depth (650' to 60') would be needed from the Park situated at the rear of the lot owned by Mr. M. Vipond. It was pointed out that such a sale of Park Lands would involve obtaining the approval of the Minister of Muni- cipal Affairs. Reeve Down suggested that if the southerly part of Lot 206, C & W were added to the proposéd site the off-street parking and access would be improved. Councillor Dryden sug- gested that this would be an oppor- tune time to clear up the tax arrears on the present Post Office property as well as to clear title on the old Fire Hall which is believed to encroach on the said property. These matters were dealt with by Resolutions #1 and #2 and #3. Mr. H. 8S. Carter, Building Inspect- or was present to explain to Council his proposed uses of the special desk for his.office. On Motion by D. Ro- berts, Seconded by M. Lovelock Mr. Carter's request for authorization to build a desk to suit his specific needs at an estimated maximum cost to the Township of $120.00 was approved. Carried. ; Mr. Merrill Ross, Road Superinten- dent requested Council to appoint ¢ land valuator to acquire property for some of the road changes proposed for 1962 -- e.g. Corner of Garrard & Rossland and Lot 32, Con 3. Mr. E. R. Heron was suggested by Council 'but it was agreed that no action be taken---on- this request-until-the-fina! surveys are submitted by the D.H.O. Sarvey Crew. < w Council 'that Mr. Little' Offer of Ser- vices for 1962 be accepted. Carried. The Official Plan of the Town of Whitby Planning Area was examined by 'the Board with Mr. Little explain- ing the details of the same, - This Plan was referred by Mr. R. E. Ro- berts, 'Community Planning 'Branch, to' this 'Board for examination and comment as to whether it will affect any 'present or future plans of the Township of Whithy, Moved by Down, Seconded by Wil. son that this: Board acknowledge re- ceipt of the Proposed Official Plan of the Town of Whitby Planning Area and 'we 'would .like to note that -it is the intention of this Township 'to ex tend 4 major road through the Town. ship from Oshawa to Whitby at 'the approximate. centre line of Concession One and at such time as the exact lo- cation can be determined a request will be made 'to'the Town of Whitby to incorporate this in" their Official We 'have also noted that the ship. Carried. On Motion by Down this meeting adjoqarned, Carried, What the Township At Meeting of February 12th Below are the things in detail--Here are some of the items discussed: Possibility of discontinuing renting Township Hall on Saturday Nights; New Post Office site may hel on present one, and also title on old fire hall; Building Inspector gets a new desk; J. 'E. McDuff and A. Jones, resign from Park's Committee; Whitby asks for higher fire levy; Brooklin Fire De- partment get honourable mention; Further consideration to be given pension plan for Township employees; Join 5 assoclations for $225.00; Fire Department have 21 calls in 1961--Fire Chief's Council Did p to elear up taxes Mr. Ross asked Council to classify his time off work last November, dur- ing his stay in the Hospital as to whether it was to be considered as sick leave or holidays. It was agreed that this be classified as sick leave not holidays. A request for brushing the sideline between Lots 24 & 25, Concession 7 as far north as Mr. L. Lyon's property was discussed with the Road Superintendent to check the need for the same. Mr. Ross again mentioned the need for a culvert steamer with no decision reached. Correspondence ) 1. Mr. R. Schad, Sec-Treas. of S. S. #9 in a letter under date of January 23rd, 1962, on behalf of both the School Board and the ratepayers in the schoo) section, asked that Council consider the following: (1) The extensjon of Manning Road westerly to Thickson Road. (2) Walking facilities on the west side of Garrard Road and the South side of Rossland Road. (3) Formation of n Public School Area to include School Sections Nos. 2, 8 and 9. After some discussion of these items all were referred to the Special Pur- poses Committee on Motion by J. Dryden, Seconded by M. Lovelock. Carried. 2. A notice was received from Mr. A. Vickers, Sec-Treas. of the Ontario County Mutual Ald Fire Services As- sociation regarding a Mutual Aid Fire Meeting to be held at the South West Pickering Fire Hall on Friday, February 16th at 8.30 p.m. On Motion this letter was received and filed. Carried. 3. A letter from Mr, J. MacDuff and a telephone call from Mr. A, James to decline their 1962 appointments to the Farks Committee were considered by Council, On Motion the resignations of Messrs. MacDuff and James were ac- cepted. Carried. It was agreed that suitable candidates for these positions be approached to see if they would uct on this Committee before making formal appointments by By-law. 4. Mr. J. R. Frost, Clerk-Treasurer of the Town of Whitby, requested that the fire levy in the area protected by the Town of Whitby be increased to 2 mills. ~ On Motion the Clerk was authorize. to obtain the cost of operating the Town of Whitby Fire Brigade in 1961 and also the number of calls answered in Township Fire Area #3 during that period. Carried. 56. A letter from Mr. M. S. Hurst, Fire Marshal informed the Council ot the honour bestowed on Fire Area No. 2 Fire Department in the 1961 Fire Prevention Week Contest. This Fire Department was awarded Honourable Mention for Canada for municipalities with a population of under 2,600, and Third Flace for Ontario under the same conditions, The Clerk was instructed to convey 'to Fire Chief Jas. Watson and his 'Firemen the congratulations of this Council on winning this honour for the Township. Carried. 6. Letters were received from Hon. Wm. Goodfellow and Hon. M. Dymond, M.D. assuring Council that Thickson 'Road as a Development Road is still under consideration, On Motion these letters were re- ceived and filed. Carried, 7. A copy of a letter from Mr. W. D. Thomson, Sec.-Treas. of Whitby District High School Board to Mr. J. R. Frost, Clerk-Treas. of the Town of Whitby was considered. This letter dealt with a statement of the proposed High School expansion plans over the next 6 year period. » On Motion the letter was received .and filed. Carried. 8. A copy of the minutes of the Jan. 30th meeting of the Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority in- cluding 1961 reports of the activities of 3 advisory boards -- 1. Land Use, 'Water Control and Reforestation. 2. Conservation Areas, Fish and Wild- Jdife. 3. Public Relations and Educa tion was submitted to Council. On Motion these reports were made available for loan and to study by the iCouneil members. Carried. 9. A letter from the Ontario Muni: cipal Association outlined plans for o Local Government Study Tour of parts of Europe, On Motion this letter was received RN } F278 5 8 sh 4 Ji Siwy Not EE EE ann i 1 Committee ¥ Ls dS ' yh 14 AE ' ' ait duals didi iv Ae J BAS 8 NT 4 ATS di A ' stn a sited SUE RHAR ICR AC RN » ro Gi Yar 2g THE PORT PERRY STAR, THURSDAY, MARCH 1st, 1962--7 und filed. Carried. 10. Mr. W. T. Dempsey, P. Eng. submitted Progress Payment No. 2 for Tripp Construction Ltd. Payment of this account was approved by Re. solution No. 17. 11. A report by Mr. Ronald Yarrow, Dog Control Officer, covering the period Jan. 6th to Feb. 9th -- Dogs picked up 8, days board 23, dogs des- troyed 6 and dogs retrieved 2. On Motion this report was received and filed. Unfinished Business Further details regarding the re- placement cost of the snow-plowing equipment presently owned by the Township were presented, together with the costs incurred due to break- age over the past 11 years. These amounts were $12,975.00 and $535.00 respectively. On the basis of these costs it was agreed that no Insurance coverage for physical loss or damage to snow plow equipment be purchased at this time. Committee Reports 1. FINANCE -- Murs. M. Lovelock reported that the Finance Committee would recommend to Council (1) that Council attempt to sell our hand oper- ated Bradma machines to Pickering Village and purchase electric Bradm: machines from the Town of Whithy provided that the total difference will not exceed $600.00. (2) that we should be members of the followiny Associations for the year 1962:- Ont. Good Roads Assoc. -- $15.00: Ont. County Mutual Aid Fire Servic: Assoc.--820.; Oshawa Regional Plan. ning Assoc.--81560.00; Ont. Assoc. of Rural Municipalities -- $15.00; Ont. County 8oil & Crop Improvement Assoc.--$§25.00, (3) That with regard to the "R. C Cassady and Estate of Robert Robson' tax deed problem referred to this the following action be taken: (a) We advise the solictor that we are prepared to obtain and provide quit claim deeds for the north proper- ty presently assessed to Mr. Bryant (9-27-12), (b) That the sum of $86.88 paid to the Township as a result of the 19568 Tax Sale by the Robson Estate be returned. (¢) That the deeds for the corner lot presently assessed to Mr. Cassady (9-27-10) be provided through the normal tax sale procedure. (4) That further consideration he given to the proposed Pension Plan for the employees of the Township after further enquiry fiom the De- partment of Municipal Affairs regard- ing their proposed Provincial portable pension plan, On Motion the report of the Financ: Committee was adopted. Carried. Moved by J. Dryden, Seconded by F. Thompson that two members of Council plus the Clerk be a Committee with power to act together with Mr Creighton to attempt to settle the Cassady-Robson Estate matter on the basis of the recommendations of the Finance Committee. Carried. Payment of Accounts--See Resolu- tion No. 6. . 2, ROADS--No Report. Payment of Accounts--See Resolution No. 5. 3. PUBLIC WELFARE--Payment of Accounts--see Resolution No. 4. 4. TWP. PROPERTY---No Report. 5. FIRE -- Chairman F. Thompson presented the Annual report of Fir Chief Jas. Watson for Fire Area No. 2 covering the year 1961. Fire. Calls 21; Service Calls 2, Mut- ual Aid---2 calls; 3 calls for assistance ~ Training -- We have four teams, each Officer has four men or more te "train each man receiving approxim- ately 90 hours for the year 1961. First Aid Training -- We had fom men attend St. Johns First Aid Course and received their certificates, H Bryan, G. Blair, G. Allan, J. Wats» Fire Officers for 1962 --- Chief Watson, Deputy Chief H. Bryan, Capt G. Blair, Capt. H. Knox. Firemen's Assoc, Officers for 1962-- Chairman G. Allan; Secretary D. El- lison; Treasurer K. Brown. Activities for 1961 -- Took part in Muscular Dystrophy Campaign. Host to #11 cub pack, 56 cubs toured hall and were served hot dogs and pop Supervised fire works at C.R.A. Par! (Thornton's Corners). Sold Chris' mas trees and held annual dance. Fire Prevention -- We made 210 home inspections with the help of the junior fire marshal's program, which we conducted in all three schools Robt. Thornton, Sinclair, St. Paul' Grades 3-4-5. Wé made inspection of all business establishments, H: demonstrations on fire safety for school teachers and business men. Conducted fire safety program of films and demonstration for home and school. Recommendations--With over fif per cent of our calls grass fires | would suggest (1) a by-law be set up re grass burning. (2) also restrict burning after six o'clock in the even- ing. (3) a fire code be drawn up. On Motion the report of Chief Wat- son was adopted as presented. Carried. 6. SPECIAL PURPOSES -- No re- port. 8. WATER---Committee member J. Dryden requested direction of Council in the matter of the payment for the preparation of the Water Assessment Roll presently being prepared by Mr. E. R. Heron. This cost will be char- geable to the Brooklin Water Area and the terms could be arranged by the Water Committee, General Business Councillor J. Dryden asked the opinion of the Council on a proposed By-law to be prepared under Section 37 of The Assessment Act to cover Fire, Street Lights, Sidewalks ete. No decision was reached as to whe- ther or not such a By-law should be prepared, Resolutions I. That the Clerk of the Twp. of Whitby is instructed to bring to the attention of the Department of Pub. lic. Works the matter of the tax ar- rears outstanding on the site of the present Post Office in Brooklin and desire of the municipality to secure proper title to land attached to the old Fire Hall and adjacent to the present Post Office. Carried. 2. That the Council of the Township proposed location for a new post of- fice in Brooklin with the following ad- ditional recommendation: (a) That a larger lot be considered for future expansion and for adequate off street parking. Carried. 4. That the Council of the Township of Whitby tentatively approves the sale of land, if necessary, for the en- largement of a lot for a new post of - fice, subject to the approval of the Minister of Municipal Affairs and ac- cording to terms and conditions as required by The Plannigg Act. Carried. 4." That the Reeve and the Treas- urer be and they are hereby author- ized to issue cheques on the account of the Twp. of Whitby in favour of the several persons whose names appear on Relief Accounts Sheet No. 2, num- bering 1 to 6 inclusive, amount of ac- counts $212.00. Carried. 5. Moved by F. Thompson, Seconded by D. Roberts that the Reeve and the Treasurer be and they are hereby au thorized to issue cheques on the ac- count of the Township of Whitby in favour of the several persons whose names appear on Road Accounts Sheet No. 2, amount of accounts $5437.16. Carried. 6. Moved by M. Lovelock, Seconded by D. Roberts that the Reeve and the Treasurer be and they are hereby au- thorized to issue cheques on the ac- count of the Twp. of Whitby in fa- vour of the several persons whose names appear on General Accounts Sheet No. 2, numbering 1 to 76 in- clusive, amount of accounts $6711.04. Carried. That the Clerk-Treasurer be and is hereby authorized issue cheque covering Progress Report to Tripp Construction in the amount of $6,086.- HR. Carried. K. That this Council does now ad- journ until ext regular meeting to be held February 26th, at 7.30 p.m. Carried. -- ~~ - to MINOR HOCKEY STILL GOING STRONG : The boy: of Brooklin can hardly complain of the winter this year in the terms of hockey as not one sing! One of the good features of this as- sociation is that the coaches of the various teams are not concerned so much about winning games but rathe: ure interested in developing hockey players, and for this reason give every boy a chance to play. This is the way it should be, and we are sure that the hoys appreciate this even if they don't always why the better players are not used more. Following is the balance of the schedule: March 1th, 1962-- 1:00--Ablett vs, Roberts 1:45 Hooker vs. Vipond 2:30 Richardson vs, Brooks understand 3:15--Colleran vs, Wilson 1:00--Lakey vs. Nott 4:456--Dopp. vs. Nolan March 11th, 1962-- 1:00--Vipond vs. Roberts 1:45 Hooker vs. Ablett 2:30--Wilson vs. Richardson 3:156--Brooks vs, Colleran 4:00--Dopp vs. Nott 4:46--Nolan vs, Lakey PLAY-OFFS March 18th, 1962-- 1:00--Hooker vs. Roberts 1:45---Vipond vs. Ablett 2:30--Colleran vs. Richardson 3:16--Brooks vs. Wilson 4:00---Dopp vs. Lakey 4:45-<Nott vs. Nolan Finals are on MARCH 25th of Whitby approves in principle the . numbering 1 to 38 inclusive, - game has been postponed on account - of mild weather or any other reason.