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a _--aS--AN ce sriiiri ------ "A Family Tradition for 127 Years" From Page 1 the facility arguing it will pro- duce excessive noise, dust and prove harmful to adjacent wet- lands. Mr. Tasker argued that all pertinent studies had not been completed concerning the is- sues and asked coun i to delay a decision until all studies were complete. "We still do not have a final copy," he said. Mr. Tasker argued that no emphasis has been placed on protecting the environment and the effects of the noise levels on the wetlands. He claims the real flaw of the study is that no sound measure- ments were taken in the marsh- land. "It's an error I don't under- stand." But Bob Martindale, a repre- sentative from the school, said a number of the residents' con- cerns have already been ad- dressed concerning the noise and the marshland. He indicated that noise bar- riers would be erected and the engines will be quietened. The marshland is in no dan- ger either, Mr. Martindale con- firmed as construction would not take place within 60 metres ofthe area. As a compromise, the school is interested in obtaining the wet- lands area and turningit over to a local conservation group "for the residents' use." This would ensure the protection of the area. Council members also voiced concerns about the proposed site. Ward 2 Councillor Marilyn Pearce expressed concern over the monitoring of the sound. She pointed to recent problems in the township over noise ley- els. Councillor Pearce called for specific answers as to who would be responsible for moni- toring the sound on an ongoing basis. "If we can't deal withit, I can't see changing the land use," she said. Councillor Pearce suggested delaying the decision until spe- cifics were in place determining all aspects of the projects. "I don't want everything hanging and everything is hanging right now," she said. But Scugog's Clerk Earl Cud- die argued they are not granting the approval of the project, just approval of the site. Ward 4 Councillor David Dietlein also expressed con- cerns over the project. He is wor- ried that the project will affect the quality of life in the area as well as the environment. "I don't want to to chase out any development, but I don't want to inconvenience any resi- dents in Scugog," he said. He also called for a delay on the decision until all reports were on the table. But Area-Councillor Harvey Graham argued it was not nec- essary to delay the decision and urged council to "proceed to the next step." It appeared the proposal was destined for defeat when the councillors broke for lunch, but they had a change of heart over lunch. When they returned they vot- ed 5-1 in favor of the Official Plan Ammendment. Councillor Dietlein was the lone dissenter. Following the meeting, Coun- cillor Dietlein said he voted against the proposal due to the concerns about the noise. He pointed to the lack of buffering in the area. "I'm concerned about the peo- ple there. Will they be subjected to noise that can't be mitigated." He was also concerned that the visual effect of the building will reduce property values in . the area. "T wouldn't want to build a Scugog Island man arrested A 31-year-old Scugog Island man was arrested and charged with forcible confinement and aggravated assault, after police set up a roadblock on Highway 401 Monday morning. According to Sergeant Brad- ley of Metro Police 42nd divi- gion, a 31-year-old man was ab- ducted by five people on March 18 over an ongoing dispute over money being owed. The victim escaped four hours later and no- tified Durham Regional Police of the incident. Yesterday (Monday), Metro MARCH BREAK at the Police, along with Durham Re- gional Police set up a roadblock on the 401 and stopped the sus- pect's car at Liverpool Road in Pickering at approximately 10 a.m. A second occupant in the car, a 25-year-old itby woman, was also arrested and charged with possession of a prohibited weapon, after a stungun was foundin their possession. Police say they were looking into a second abduction, but the victim refused to co-operate with police. SENIOR CITIZENS 10% OFF (2 {e]))] DINNER MENU ONLY. xe» Shrimp U Peel & Eat with soup or juice, potatoes & garlic bread Prime Rib with soup or juice, vegetables, potatoes & garlic bread Banquet Facliitles Avaliable Port Perry Plaza 985-8686 T & C LIMOUSINE SERVICE PORT PERRY PLAZA » 68 SCUGOG STREET DIVISION of THE BEST of THINGS FLORISTS Heavy machinery school gets nod home near there," he said. Councillor Dietlein admitted he was originally in support of the proposal but after touring the site he decided to opposeit. "I don't want to turn down as- sessment, but I'm concerned about future development." Despite voting in favor of the proposal, Ward 1 Councillor Ken Carruthers says all con- cerns must be addressed before he is ready to approve the school's plans. "If we can address all the con- cerns, I have no problem with the development," he said. "If it meets all the criteria of the environmental study, then we have to proceed." Mayor Howard Hall was pleased with the outcome of the vote and relieved the decision was finally made. "I'm happy it got this far. Most of the concerns are being addressed in a responsible man- ner," he said. 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