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"Scugog's Community Newspaper of Choice" PORT PERRY STAR - Tuesday, June 19, 2001 - Could be here by this fall Downtown farmers' market taking root By Chris Hall Port Perry Star The idea of setting up a farmers' mar- ket in downtown Port Perry was revisited once again last week. Members of the township's economic development committee discussed the issue last Thursday, deciding an attempt will be made to establish a farmers mar- ket in town this fall. After meeting with various members of the agricultural community, committee chair Larry Corrigan said local farmers "are indeed in support of a town market". Most farmers would like to see a prime downtown location, but can't commit to a Scugog market this summer, said the councillor. "The former site at the Port Perry Fairgrounds is not attractive to them. They don't want to be there, and they don't want to be at the tourist centre," said Councillor Corrigan. Ward 2 Councillor Marilyn Pearce also spoke in favour of a market. "There is a definite desire from the public for a downtown farmers' market. | recognize that the agricultural community is busy, but I don't think that should deter us from proceeding with planning this," she said. Councillor Pearce proposed that the economic development committee pass the idea on to the local Business Improvement Association for endorsement, and get approval from council to use the municipal office parking lot on North St. for the market. It was also noted that the planning of a market could be the responsi- bility of the town- ship's new eco- nomic development officer, who will be hired through a Human Resources Development Canada grant. Most committee members were in favour of seeing a market operate from about 9 a.m. to noon each Saturday morning. It's hoped that a market would help attract local residents into town to purchase fresh goods and other items at downtown stores before the busy tourist traffic arrives. Stu Bennet, who represents the BIA at the committee, said he'd like to see some regulations to ensure that such a market wouldn't be turned into a down- town flea market. It was also suggested that local grocery stores be contacted to see if they would be interested in hosting a market. Corrigan Ross to play Town Hall PHOTO BY CHRISTINE SMYTH Renowned guitarist Don Ross will be in Port Perry Saturday night (June 23) to play a concert as part of the Renaissance Faire event that's taking place throughout the weekend. Tickets for the show, at Town Hall 1873, are $20 in advance and $25 at the door. The Renaissance Faire, fea- turing swordplay demonstrations, displays by artists and artisans, a castle building contest and other attractions, takes place Saturday and Sunday at Palmer Park. For information, call 905-985-4971. (@® BLUE STREAK See Canada's premier National series, the Castrol Super Series, and the best drivers CASCAR has to offer, take on Mosport's roadcourse. Don't miss the three-hour Grand Am Cup race Saturday afternoon. Weekend SuperTicket only $30.00 (ends June 20th, $40.00 at the gate) Children 12 & Under FREE SuperTicket includes Paddock access. Visit the teams while they prepare cars for competition. | their yo 700% RARE, ATION ocem id asa a ash REE par CANADA TV STATION Sanctioned by: CASCAR 13 A a Ph Plus: *Canadian Formula Ford Championship *Canada G.T. Challenge Cup *Isseco Kumho F1200 Championship *Canadian ChampCar Lights Call: 1-800-866-1072 or online at www.mosport.com gl 20 Canadd FV Birrn | {