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"A Family Tradition for 133 Years" LETTERS OP creates 'crushing mass' of red tape To the Editor: Bruce Rodgers' letter last week reaffirms why I am opposed to the Scugog Official Plan. Once it's in place, we will now have two official plans that will create a crushing mass of complicated, mind numb- ing red tape in the way of anybody who wants to cre- ate jobs in this township. Why should we do this? As a member of the eco- nomic development com- mittee, I spend many hours promoting the town- ship trying to get jobs and investment into this com- munity. If all I can tell any potential investor is that his proposal does not com- ply with one or the other official plan, they will not invest here. To provide for a future for our next generation, we can no longer rely on farming or tourism as Mr. Rodgers suggests. Tourism creates low pay- ing seasonal jobs, while farming is increasingly mechanized and provides few employment opportu- nities. We need jobs in this township and we need them now. I understood red tape was supposed to be cut in Ontario, but in this case, consultants will have a profitable field day trying to sort all this out. Getting any job creating proposal approved in this township is difficult enough now. Having two plans will create extra public hear- ings, extra costs, delays and possible disputes between region and the township. Calling potential investors greedy, short- sighted people does not help this municipality attract the investment it needs, it scares it away. David Dietlein, Councillor Ward 4 (Cartwright) More taxes? To the Editor: In response to Jeff Brown's letter, "Are you willing to pay for ser- vices?" (Star April 13.) Mr. Brown wants a second ice pad; I can only suggest that it is for his personal use, as when he held a meeting to gen- erate interest in a second pad, nobody showed. He is also advocating an indoor pool and paved trails, yet we now have a privately operated pool, with no burden on the takpayer. I do not know what he means with paved trails. Mr. Brown says he is willing to pay for these services, yet he lives at ...No thanks home so is not directly affected by municipal tax bills. Secondly, some months ago at a public hearing on a develop- ment project which included low cost row houses, Mr. Brown spoke of the need for lower cost housing for people like him with low (under $20,000) incomes. I suggest to Mr. Brown that once he becomes a municipal taxpayer with an average $2,500 tax bill, (12.5 per cent of his gross income) he will soon change his mind about public spending. Colin Kemp, Nestleton Campaign chairs say thanks To the Editor: The Heart and Stroke Foundation for Port Perry and the Township of Scugog wishes to thank the 22 ded- icated captains and their 185 canvassers who gave 80 generously of their time in the door-to-door campaign in February. Due to their efforts and the excellent response of the community we raised a total of $28,709. Thanks to The Port Perry Star for coverage of our cam- paign and to businesses who sponsored ads in the paper, and Community 10 TV for coverage. Dorothy Gibson, Joyce Storry, Judy Smith and Gwen Taylor Mr. & Mrs. Jeffrey MacColl of Port Perry are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter Elizabeth Anne PORT PERRY STAR - Tuesday, April 20, 1999 - 9 Two great bedtime stories. This isn't just a chair. It's a chair and a half. And now, we've improved it even more. Now, you have a choice. The Snuggler chair and a half sleeper or the Snuggler chair and a half recliner Recliner Chair offer the perfect spot for those special bedtime stories. The recliner offers an ottoman and seat wide enough for two to enjoy. By day, both can serve as the most comfortable seats in the house. At night, the sleeper pulls out into an equally comfortable twin-size bed. Either Snuggler is the perfect choice when you need more than just a comfortable chair. Storage Ottoman Chair and a half sleeper. a [are Chai, and a half recliner 00% reg. price \ Bring in this \ ad to receive... WHEN YOU PURCHASE ANY LANE® RECLINER CHAIR, OR SNUGGLER RECLINER OR SLEEPER. Recliners won... ¥399% yu Sleepers won ....... "909% OFF, : Recliner . Chair Recliner Chair IMMEDIATE DELIVERY on most recliners. Custom Orders on Sleepers. Ask for details. (Offer expires May 30, 1999) Recliner Chair SETTLEMENT HOUSE SHOPS Casual & Country Home Collections to James H. Culp, son of Mr & Mrs. Herbert Culp of Welland, Ontario. The wedding will take place September 25. 1999. 183 Queen Street, Downtown Port Perry 985-8234 Mon.-Thurs. & Sat. 9:30am to 5:30pm ® Fri. till 9:00pm ® Sun. noon to 5:00pm