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Penetanguishene Citizen (1975-1988), 5 Nov 1985, p. 15

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lf Symons elected, taxes will rise, is Roach prediction In his second to last press release before next Tuesday's municipal election, Al Roach, seeking re- election as mayor of Midland, defends his record and gives his version of why the town council for three years MUNICIPAL LECTION Nov. 9 Salvation Army tea, sale, Christmas items, baking, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Salvation Army Citadel, Dominion Avenue and Second Street, Midland. Annual meeting for all concerned snowmob- ilers to determine the feasability of continuing to groom trails in the area, depending on your support. Maple Valley Club, Lafontaine, 1 p.m. Please attend if you wish to see groomed trails. hasbeenthesourceofso into town hall will be town to live in." much adverse publicity. slammed shut."' ie 5 Oe". are candidates in this Roach predicts that if the voters elect Ted Symons instead _ of himself, 'I believe taxes will increase and the open door that "I know Midland is a good town. It has been my home for 40 years. And, as mayor in the crucial years ahead, I know I can help make Midland an even better election who claim they want to help make Midland better. They have surfaced at election time, backed by a social and economic elite." UPhate85 Coldwater candidate sets out her goals by GLADYS DALE 1, Gladys Dale, upon seeking re- ciection as a member of Coldwater Councii submit the foliowing platform: 1 met with Mr. Ronald Marr the executive Cirecvor cf Simcoe County Health Council co discuss his report on Nursing home beds to the Minister of Health. Mr. Marr told me there were 113 Nursing beds allocated for the north east area of Simcoe County. I pian to pursue this project as an extension to the existing Coldwater Senior's Apartment Building which I was privelegec to play a iarge part in establishing. 7 have contacted the Minister of Hcaith, the Honorabie Murray Elston regarding this Nursing Home. I plan to investigate all the avenues available to give the seniors in our area extended care as the need presents itself. , If elected I will give my undivided attention te this worthy project and all other matters affecting the progress of Coldwater. Members of Midland Legion marched to St. Margaret's Church in Midland, Sunday morning, to take part in a pre-Remembrance Day service. Monday, a parade will be held to Midland Cenotaph at 11 a.m. for a service there. The same They march in memory of falh len comrades solemn occasion wu occur thousands of times across the nation on Nov. 11 as vets pay tribute to their fallen comrades. "Had they come forward during the past three years to add to the community, I as mayor would have been eager to hear from them. The mayor's open door policy was designed to bring new ideas into town hall." "People who know me know that I am a caring man with the determination to do what I believe is right. And if you want to know how I feel on an issue, just ask me, either at town hall or at my home. My telephone number has always been listed."' "TI have devoted my time and energy on many concerns, representing the town at more than 400 social and political functions for the benefit of the municipality." "T have tried to keep taxes down and fought against council's per diem that pays members of council $80 for each day that they spend at conventions and an additional $50 for expenses!" "Midland has received every provincial grant that it was allowed to receive under the Municipal Act." "T have-very close and personal friends in both the federal and provincial governments ELECT DOUG ROSE Councillor for Tay Township Hard at work for your tax dollar if BETA HIFI SLHF300 Beta Hi-Fi Videocassette Recorder. Big on value, big on performance - discover the exciting quality sound of Hi-Fi Stereo. $749°° JERRY'S RADIO & T.V. OF BARRIE LTD. TE HAESTRANHTRATRL EXONS, Reg. Hours: Mon., Tues., Wed., Sat.,9to6 Thurs. & Fri. 9 to9 MasterCard 342 BAYFIELD st. BARRIE 726-0551 1 Your Vote For Me Will Guarantee: -Planned Economic Growth & Development - Increased Financial Control + Protection of Environment - A Reeve who will listen & act ' ELECT Anthony Patrick LANCIA "4 REEVE -- LOWNSHIP Of TINY who will assist the municipality of Midland in the future goals of our town, Midland." "TI sometimes had to fight for what I believe in. Sadly, there have been struggles on council and some councillors have gone so far as to try to humiliate . me." "On some occasions I asked council to support the reeve as acting mayor. However, instead of electing the popuiar reeve, Bev Day, as acting mayer, this hostile council installed Claude Buck, the acclaimed deputy reeve, as acting mayor." "T ask you to remember these slights when candidates try to lay the blame for council strife on the mayor."' "T believe a new council, made up of independent minded candidates who owe no favors to any social or economic" special interest group, will put an end to the outrageous behavior of the past council." "Financial responsibility; hold tax CLAUDE BUCK'S increase lower than inflation rate.'"' "Yearly storm sewer projects where this service is non-existant." "*No debenture increase (mortgage) except where increase assessment will offset principal and interest payback." "Sidewalk rebuilding, new sidewalks where necessary or non- existant."' "Annexation. You and I the taxpayer are entitled to a financial analysis. Tax revenue vs cost. e.g. full services, police, fire, public works, hydro, water, sewers (storm and sanitary)."' "Reduce administration cost." "Open meetings e-pnur nee ak and committee." 'Represent all citizens, continue open door policy. All visitors to the mayor's office are welcome." "And, should the opponent of the mayor be elected, I believe taxes will increase and the open door that allowed a sliver of light into town hall will be slammed shut." AAGTION Sic: prepared with for 'pea MIDLAND NEEDS A NEW REEVE . .who understands the issues and is the perience and specific plans needed balanced management of Midland's wealth of resources. FOR REEVE ata insight, ex- Nov. 8th - 9th Nov. 10th Nov. 11th & Medals. vice. presentations. - Popples will be available for purchase the town of Penetanguishene. BRANCH 68 Penetanguishene, Ontario Remembrance Week Nov. 4th - 11th - Church Parade to St. James-On-The-Lines. Fall in at Club House by 9 a.m. for transportation to Cambridge & Church Streets. Service starts at 9:30 a.m. Dress: Berets & Medals. - Fall in at Club House at 10:30 a.m. for parade to Cenotaph. Dress: Berets - 11:00 a.m. Remembrance Service at Cenotaph with Rev. Harvey Markle of- ficiating. Public are cordially invited to attend and participate in the ser- - 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. "Get Acquainted Hour" in the Games Room with musical accompaniment by G. Robillard. - 6:00 p.m. Supper in the Normandy Room. Tickets available at the bar, $6.00 each & are restricted to ordinary members & their spouse or friend. - Awards will be presented to the elementary school children who are win- ners in the Remembrance Day essay contest. - A Social Evening will be held in the Games Room following the banquet & by the public at all major outlets in Tuesday, November 5, 1985, Page 15

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