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"WEEKEND STAR" FRIDAY, OCTOBER 27, 2000 - 1 Block Parents making a comeback in Brooklin By Chris Hall Port Perry Star The Block Parent program is making a comeback in the Brooklin area. Established in Whitby during the early 1970s, the program was successful for a number of years, then became less and less visible. Now, almost 20 years later, there are only eight registered homes in Brooklin involved with the program. Another 100 homes are on board in Whitby. "At one point there were about a thou- sand homes involved in the Brooklin- Whitby area," says Joanna Hopper, one of three local women who sit on the pro- gram's executive committee. "We were really running the risk of hav- ing it closed down in our region because there was no one there to sit on the exec- utive," she said. said Mrs. Hopper. "It provides the com- munity with a method of protecting their children." : Those interested in participating in the program must undergo a screening by police. After a check is done on all resi- dents over the age of 12 in the home, a Block Parent sign is presented to them. "(The sign) lets kids, teens, and even seniors know that if they're in trouble, there's a place in the community where they can go for help," said Mrs. Hopper. To inform children of the program, schools in the area are holding discus- sions about the program with' their stu- - dents. There are currently Block Parent pro- grams in place in Uxbridge and Beaverton. There is no program in Port Perry. Anyone looking for more information on the program, or wishing to help out, "The program was still running, but can call 1-800-563-2771 there was no one there to step in and look over it. The executive were all working full-time, and there was no real opportu- nity to get the word out." Recognizing the importance of such a program, which offers a safe haven for chil- dren in need of help, Ms Hopper and two friends, Roxanne Reveler and Susan Lago, stepped forward. "It's such a valuable program, we had to do something," said Mrs. Hopper. Now, word about the Block Parent pro- gram is spreading through the Brooklin- Auxiliary bazaar Nov. 4 Uxbridge Hospital Auxiliary will be holding their annual bazaar on Saturday, Nov. 4 from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Trinity United Church. There will be a Penny Auction, handmade crafts, knitted items, gift shop items, and lunch will be avail- able from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Face painting, and a picture with Santa will Whitby area. be available. "We've gotten pretty good feedback For further information contact 852- about it. It's a crime prevention program 5415. in co-operation with the Durham Police," Elect REGIONAL COUNCILLOR Bobbie ?/(3"] -- 2 years in Local and Regional Poles -- Deal wil Mul million Dollar Budgets -- Knows the Issues and Challenges -- 32 years of Community and Family Commitment STRENGTH -- EXPERIENCE -- RESPECT -- INTEGRITY THAT'S LEADERSHIP WORTH VOTING FOR! Bobbie Drew €3 REGIONAL COUNCILLOR PUBLIC NOTIFICATION AND NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING Enbridge Consumer's Gas (Enbridge) is planning to apply to the Ontario Energy Board for approval to construct a natural gas distribution pipeline to service communities located east of Lake Scugog. The communities include Janetville, View Lake, Scugog Point, Williams Point, Nestleton, Caesarea and Blackstock. The pipeline would start at the junction of Highways 57 and 35, where an existing pipeline is located and follow Highway 57 to connect the communities. If approved, construction of the proposed pipeline would be scheduled for the Spring of 2001. Enbridge has retained EPA Consulting to prepare an environmental study report. Public participation is an important component of the study process. The solid line on the attached map indicates the study area boundary. We would like to hear from you if you can provide us with input concerning routing of the gas pipeline. We would also be happy to provide you with details on all aspects of this study. CNIS TR Se | 2 \ ' evr, \ "\F/ As RAR (1 ae { \ " MA Al You are invited to attend an Open House Mceting which will be held on Thursday November 2, 2000, between the hours of 4:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. in the Nestleton Community Centre, located on the north side of Highway 7A, just west of Nestleton Road. Representatives of Enbridge and EPA will be in attendance with background information on the study anda Preliminary Preferred Route. Public input from the open house will be used in the selection of the Preferred Route for the pipeline. If you have any questions or comments, please contact: Mario Buszynski, M.C.L.P. Brad Nichols Principal Environment Health and Safety EPA Consulting Enbridge Consumer's Gas 252 Glenforest Road P.O. Box 650 Toronto, ON M4N 2A4d Scarborough, ON MIK 5E3 * Telephone: (905) 764-9380 Telephone: (416) 495-3991 (Collect calls accepted) APPLY TOBE A MEMBER OF THE DAURn AM, ENVIRON ENA L WANT T0 KNOW MORE? CALL BOBBIE AT 985-7183 £3 is ~~" ADVISORY co)yvivihrnrnas The Region of Durham is seeking individuals interested in membership in the first Durham Environmental Advisory Committee (D-EAC). Technical and non-technical members are needed. The D-EAC will provide advice to the Region on environmental planning mat- ters in-accordance with the approved Terms of Reference. The Terms of Reference is available at the address noted below and can also be viewed on the Regional web site at www.region.durham.on.ca If you wish to be considered for membership on the D-EAC, please submit a brief expression of interest outlining your skills, abilities, knowledge and qual- fications relevant to your participation on the D-EAC. Also include your name, address, telephone number and e-mail with your letter. Your submission must be received by November 30, 2000 at the following address: A.L. Georgieff, MCIP, RPP Commissioner of Planning Durham Region Planning Department Fourth Floor, Whitby Mall Phone: (905) 728-7731 (Whitby) or (905) 686-1651 (Toronto) Fax: (905) 436-6612 E-mail: eac@region.durham.on.ca REGION Regional Council will consider the selection of the D-EAC membership in January 2001.