Bus loop provides *~ another link between Oakville and Burlington By HOWARD MOZEL Oakville Beaver Staff Loop is further proof that the days of municipalities existing in a vacuum are long gone. The loop is essentially a transfer point between Oakville and Burlington where passengers can connect with either tranâ€" sit system safely and efficiently. This week officials from both sides of the border gathered at the Lakeshore Road shopping plaza to celebrate the breakthrough. T uesday‘s official opening of the Lakeside Village Bus Careâ€"aâ€"Van and Burlington Transit‘s handicapped service already use the plaza as a transfer point. The next logical step, said Oakville Transit Director Eric Pilon, was to integrate the entire system. "Why not make the connection better?" said Pilon, explaining that the loop went into service Sept. 23rd. Gary Corupe, a senior policy advisor with the Ministry of Transportation, explained that the needs of the customer are central to the new program which he characterized as "signifiâ€" cant." He said the strategy, which relies on coâ€"operation, breaks down barriers to achieve a costâ€"effective result while involving the private sector at the same time. No ridership numbers between the communities are availâ€" able, said Pilon, since neither transit system currently tracks integration. Early word on the loop, though, is very encouragâ€" ing. "This is a very small, but very important interâ€"connection between our communities," said Oakville Mayor Ann Mulvale who, with Burlington Mayor Walter Mulkewich, cut a ribbon strung between two buses. Visit our showroom at 35 Crawford Cr., Campbelleville, Mon.â€"Fri. 8â€"6, Sat. 9â€"5. Evenings by appointment. The transfer point is located on the east side of Lakeside Windows Doors by Ridley For creative and innovative ideas on improving your home, give Ridley a call. Our sales staff is trained to identify window, door, and decorative needs and to help you select what best fits your home design and budget. Ridley has spent many years developing a complete product line as well as an experienced group of installers. Remember, the quality of the installation is as important as the quality of the product itself. Visit us at 35 Crawford Crescent, Campbellville *« QUALITY + INSTALLATION + SERVICE â€" SERV ING SOUTHERN ONTARIO For a FREE in home estimate call 854â€"2228 MISSISSAUGA 858â€"8857 Village next to the AP. Those interested in more information or schedules should contact project coâ€"ordinator Nancy Sladich at Oakville Transit, 815â€"2020. All those involved in the program point to Ward 1 councilâ€" lor Ralph Robinson as the driving force behind its success. Robinson has been working on it since April after residents on Stevenson Road mounted a petition complaining about noisy buses pulling off Burlâ€"Oak Drive in order to make the return trip through Oakyville. According to Stevenson resident Tom Jachymek, neighâ€" bors were worried about their children‘s safety in addition to the lateâ€"night racket. Now that the loop is in place, they can all breathe a sigh of relief. Oakville Mayor Ann Mulvale and Burlington Mayor Walter Mulkewich cut up souvenir ribbons for children from the Parkview Children‘s Centre. (Photo by Pater McCusker) Affordable Elegance WINDOWS DOORS Child care available. Please arrange in advance Thistleoaks Cordially invite you to attend the celebration of our anp 5tH BirtHDaÂ¥y Sunpar OctoserR 16, 1994 2:00 4:00 PM A comprehensive initial diagnostic visit to let you understa;d your present dental health .. EXAMINATION WITH LEARNING The treatment plan timetable, with options, that is under your control .. LISTENING TO NEEDS Conservative dental care completed in the most Preventive cleaning schedules with your homecare geared to your own particular requirements ... A TAILORED HYGIENE SERVICE % % t % %% t % t % k# DR. GREGORY BORLAND AND DR. JIM SHEARER DENTISTRY FOR ADULTS means . 844â€"0872 NEW FAMILIES WELCOME 125 CROSS AVE. NEW FAMILIES WELCOME To all the former children, their families, board staff. ThE OFr DiRECTORS STAFF OF THISTLEOAKS CHILD CARE CENTRE R.S.V.P. to Lisa by October 14 (905) 8427303 comfortable setting