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"Scugog's Community Newspaper of Choice" PORT PERRY STAR - Tuesday, July 10, 2001 - § Town Hall board prepares for fundraising effort By Chris Hall Port Perry Star Town Hall 1873 sup- porters are preparing to embark on an ambitious fundraising initiative in an effort to make major renovations to the local arts centre. The budget for the project is expected to exceed the $1 million mark; and with that in mind, executive mem- bers have formed a fundraising plan that could see costs covered by three partners. They're banking on collecting at least $350,000 in grants from the federal and provincial governments, some financial help from Scugog Township, and another $350,000 from the general public. To date, Town Hall 1873 board members have made applications to various government agencies, and are opti- mistic of their chances of landing substantial grants. Representatives recently made an appear- ance before local politi- cians, seeking municipal support. While council- lors couldn't commit to an exact dollar figure at the time, they unani- mously endorsed a motion to pledge their support. Councillors agreed to look into the issue further in the future, after Town Hall officials provide details of the work, and exact costs associated with it. The final piece of the funding puzzle will be a general fundraising cam- paign. "We're getting close; we're making sure we get everything right before we begin," said Michelle Jones of the executive's fundraising plans. "We're hoping to begin in the fall; we've sort of set a September date. We've been tossing a few things around." Once the fundraising public initiative begins, Town Hall offi- cials are hoping to wrap up the effort within 12 months. The group commis- sioned a fundraising fea- sibility study, which was recently completed by George Stenois of The Goldie Company in Toronto. The study out- lines a number of ideas for the group to follow in their fundraising initia- tive, and Town Hall 1873 executive members are now ready to formulate a solid plan. "The next stage for us is to meet as a committee and set our plans," said Mrs. Jones. Once the fundraiser begins, potential donors can expect to be greeted personally by Town Hall solicitors, said Irwin Smith, who will head up the fundraising commit- tee. "We're going to take the personal and direct approach," he -promised. There will be no large fundraising events, just one-on-one campaigning, said Mr. Smith. Town Hall executive members want to appeal directly to local perform- ing arts enthusiasts, detailing to them how the renovations will be a benefit to the town, and those performing. They hope to per- suade donors to make pledges, which can be Have a coffee break for agency The Alzheimer Society of Durham Region is look- ing for hosts for its sixth annual Coffee Break event. 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If all goes as planned, work on the hall could begin next summer. First on the list is mak- ing the arts centre totally accessible for the handi- capped and seniors. A wheelchair lift is planned and washrooms will be renovated to make them accessible for the handi- capped. Secondly, the issue of repairs to the roof, win- dows and tower at the Queen St. building will be addressed. Finally, renovations will be made to the stage, and a new dressing room and seats will be added. "We're catering to the performers last, we want to take care of the public first," said Mr. Smith. Anyone who wishes to offer their assistance to the project or to make a financial donation can contact the Town Hall 1873 at 905-985-8181 or Irwin Smith at 905-985- 9924. 3 boneless chicken breasts 1/4 teaspoon pepper 3 tablespoons oil I head broccoli 1/2 cup mayonnaise I tsp curry powder I teaspoon lemon juice WW "Easy and Delicious Chicken Casserole By Bronwen Tuck RD Try this quick chicken casserole recipe. 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