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------ a ----------_ SH A ---------------------- a a ------------ i "Scugog's Community Newspaper of Choice" PORT PERRY STAR - Tuesday, February 20, 2001 - § Decision's expected soon Skateboard park plan goes to public meeting By Chris Hall Port Perry Star A decision on the location of a new skateboard park could be made next month. Jay Todd, Scugog Township's parks and recreation director, told The Star last week that he will take comments from a public meeting on the issue, and consider them while determining where the park would best be located. A public meeting has been sched- uled for this Thursday night (Feb. 22) at the Latcham Centre in Port Perry, begin- ning at 7 p.m. "We've had meetings with the BIA, (Scugog) Chamber of Commerce and the skateboard group committee," said Mr. Todd. "Now, we want to get the public's opinion on the matter: What do they want to see us do?" Officials have selected two locations as prime spots to build a skateboard park: On the old arena ice pad by the CIBC parking lot, and by the Scugog Community Centre on Reach St. "We'll try and go over the pros and cons of both locations; we certainly want to know what their feelings are on the matter," said Mr. Todd. Construction could begin by April or May. At a meeting last month, local mer- chants voiced opposition to building the Pictures in Stone," f ~ work of artist, William park downtown. The other option is to construct it at the Scugog Arena on Reach St. If that location is selected, Mr. Todd says that he'd like to see the park locat- ed at the front of the complex. "I'd like to see it incorporated into the front. It would make it visible and I think we can address the needs of the kids out there," he said. A draft plan of the skateboard park calls for it to measure about 17 metres by 28 metres. It could cost anywhere between $70,000 and $80,000, said Mr. Todd. A volunteer committee has already raised $30,000, including money from the Main St. Ontario grant program. Mr. Todd has set aside about $15,000 in his 2001 parks budget for the park, leaving the remaining funds to be raised by the skateboard park group. New display to open On Feb. 24, "Three Dimensional Wall . 5 'uy ork of artist, William Henderson, will openat the Kent Famdale Gallery. ~~ | Henderson. will be at the 'opening reception from | to 4 p.m. to meet the public and 'answer questions _abouthiswork, = © Tl TUF SGC LY a : * PoRrT PERRY STAR 2001 Coach off the Year Arvard NOMINATION FORM Please note: This award 15 open to all persons coaching in Scugog Township. PLEASE HONOR THIS COACH Name of Coach: Sport Coached: League Coached: ....... DE PTT PT PP PTT PTT LTPP I PEPPER PPP Optometrist opposes park plan A Port Perry optometrist says he may be forced to move his practice if a skateboard park is built downtown. In a letter to the township received at yesterday's council meet- ing, Dr. Darryl Workman says the pro- posed location of the park, on the old arena ice pad between Water and North Streets " will be detrimental to me both personally and profession- ally." Dr. Workman's office is located at 189 North St. "I am tired of the planners and supporters of this park saying it will be located out of the way behind the downtown businesses when it will be point blank in front of my building with the proposed pathway leading down the hill right onto my front patio," he wrote. He writes that a majority of the merchants in Port Perry's downtown core also oppose the park. "The emphasis from a business standpoint is this is not a good loca- tion," wrote Dr. Workman. "I certainly don't expect these kids to make appointments for eye exams on their own or to. buy eyewear only their parents will buy. As well, my property value will go down in the proximity of such a park." Dr. Workman also cited excessive noise, visibility and safety concerns for the users as reasons why the park should be built at the Scugog Community Centre on Reach St. "If the park goes across from my office and home, I will have to con- sider relocating," said Dr. Workman in his letter. A public meeting on the 'skate- board park is scheduled to be held Thursday (Feb. 22) at the Latcham Centre, beginning at 7 p.m. - Chris Hall aturing the unique BD DURHAM REGION Nominations to Greater Toronto Airports Authority Board of Directors The Regional Municipality of Durham is seeking applications from individuals interested in being nominated to serve as Durham's "Business Representative" on the Greater Toronto Airports Authority (GTAA) Board of Directors, for a term of four (4) years commencing May 10, 2001. There is one Durham vacancy to be filled at this time. The'GTAA is a private, not-for-profit corporation, responsible for managing and operating Lester B. Pearson International Airport within a regional system of airports to enhance regional economic growth and development. Please note that Directors are exposed to liabilities similar to those of any other private corporation Director. Remuneration is determined and paid by the GTAA Board. Qualifications According to GTAA by-laws, you must be a Canadian Citizen of at least 18 years of age, and cannot hold Federal, Provincial or Municipal elected office. As well, you cannot be employed by or be providing services on a full time basis to any Federal, Provincial or Municipal government or agency. Preference will be given to those who possess the following additional qualifications: Sg? * a resident or owner or tenant of land in the Region of Durham or spouse of such a person; * demonstrated community involvement in the Region of Durham; * knowledge and skills related to one of the following areas -- transportation, aviation, business, engineering, commerce, finance and law; * excellent verbal and written communication skills; * prior experience on a Board of Directors; Nominated by: resistin Telephone: ( J DLP PP PPT TPP Winner of the Port Perry Star 2001 Coach of the Year Award will be presented a plaque recognizing their contribution to coaching in Scugog Township. Please outline how the coach nominated personifies this award, by establishing the respect and confidence of both the players and officials; and by the way of example provides quality leadership and projects a positive public image while coaching in the community at large. PROFILE OF COACH NOMINATED Please provide the name & experience of the coach being nominated. Information should include his/her relations with players, past success with teams & ability to motivate and inspire players, coaching history, including number of years & at what levels. PLEASE RETURN THIS NOMINATION FORM WITH ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ATTACHED TO: Tre PoRT PERRY STAR, 188 MARY ST., PORT PerAY, ONT. LOL 1B7 - Deaoune: April 10, 2001 * ability to devote a minimum of 20 hours per month to GTAA board matters including availability during normal business hours as well as evening hours, as attendance will be required at board, committee and public meetings; and * specific knowledge or experience which may be an asset to the board. If you wish to be considered for nomination as a member of the GTAA Board of Directors, please submit a brief expression of interest outlining your skills, abilities, knowledge and qualifications relevant to the position. Also include your name, address, telephone number, fax number and e-mail with your letter. Submissions will be accepted by FAX at 905-436-6612 or personal delivery no later than Tuesday February 27, 2001 addressed to: A.L. Georgieff Commissioner of Planning Region of Durham 4th Floor, Lang Tower, West Building 1615 Dundas Street East Whitby, ON LIN 2L1