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No cash for virtual treatment

By Pam Wright Local Journalism Initiative pamwrightlji@gmail.com

The funding has dried up and Westover Treatment Centre has been forced to shut down its Virtual Day Program (VDP) designed to treat substance abuse online.

Executive director Laird Brush said the last group commenced on Aug. 4 and without a last-ditch effort, there will be no more.

“We have reached the point where it is no longer financially feasible for Westover to offer the VDP,” Brush said. “We have been unable to identify any sustainable funding opportunities despite bringing our concerns to the highest levels of government.”

Brush, along with Jen

Lebert – the woman who developed Westover’s online program in 2021 –paid a visit to Ontario Associate Minister of Mental Health and Addictions

Michael Tibollo at Queen’s Park earlier this year.

He said that while the meeting with Tibollo was congenial and the minister was supportive of the effort, it bore no fruit.

“Nothing came of it,” Brush said, adding he’s also reached out to Lambton-Kent-Middlesex MPP Monte McNaughton and other government agencies without success.

“We’ve gone down all the proper channels...we’ve tried everything,” he added, pointing out that a total of 375 addicts have been helped since the virtual program’s inception.

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Pam Wright/The Chatham Voice Ezrah Doxtater and Megan Turner didn’t hide from the rain recently and headed out to brave the puddles with their colourful umbrellas in tow.

Province shuts off program’s funding

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Westover’s original VDP got off the ground thanks to special pandemic funding, and costs around

$285,000 a year to operate, amounting to about 0.03 per cent of the estimated $90-million Ontario has budgeted annually for

mental health and addictions.

“It’s a pittance,” Brush said. “Everyone is enthusiastic and says we’re doing a great job, but they don’t want to cut a cheque.”

According to data from ConnexOntario there are 115 Ministry of Health organizations offering various types of online support services, with most being virtual outpatient day programs.

Brush said they don’t compare to what Westover is offering.

“Our VDP is an intensive abstinence-focused treatment program that

requires a 26-day commitment from the client,” he said, noting it’s not a “webinar.”

Brush said the evidence-based program has been favourably reviewed by the Western Ontario University.

Plus, he said, the free program, the only one of its kind based in Southwestern Ontario, “eliminated all barriers,” making it accessible to everyone from nursing mothers to people on house arrest.

Most programs exclude

people on methadone or benzodiazepines, which the VDP didn’t, Brush said.

The VDP also allowed for a very short wait time to enrol, as clients could be accepted almost immediately after reaching out, Brush said.

The waitlist for Westover’s in-person residential treatment is six to eight weeks, however, it takes months to get into some of Ontario’s treatment facilities. While beds at Westover are funded by the province, many of Ontario’s residential treatment centres cost upward of $25,000 for a monthlong program, putting treatment out of reach for many people seeking help.

Brush said addiction kills and every day there are reports about the “increasing number of lives lost to overdose and the myriad of other problems that stem from substance

abuse.

“Dead people cannot recover from addiction,” he added.

A question forwarded to McNaughton regarding the funding issue was answered Thursday by the press secretary for Deputy Premier and Minister of Health Sylvia Jones, noting Westover was aware that money it received during the pandemic was “one-time COVID-19 funding and for the funding to continue they would need to submit a proposal with evidence of the program’s success to the ministry.”

Jones’ office said that under Ontario’s Roadmap to Wellness, the government has invested $525 million since 2019 in mental health and addiction supports and that the 2023-24 budget will see a five-percent increase for the sector.

Westover Treatment Centre is a non-profit agency that’s been operating in Thamesville treating substance abuse for 37 years.

“Dead people cannot recover from addiction.”

- Westover’s Laird Brush

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Councillor docked 3 months’ pay

By Pam Wright Local Journalism Initiative pamwrightlji@gmail.com

North Kent Coun. Rhonda Jubenville has been sanctioned by her peers for breaching the municipal code of conduct.

Following a lengthy discussion and presentations from Integrity Commissioner Mary Ellen Bench and Jubenville’s lawyer Michael Alexander, council recently voted 13 to 3 to dock Jubenville’s pay for a three-month period.

The decision comes on the heels of a 47-page report prepared by Bench following an investigation into social media posts and actions taken by Jubenville, beginning in April of this year. Bench, a Mississau-

ga-based lawyer, clarified her position, finding Jubenville to have breached two sections of the code based on the social media posts she made and her behaviour.

The recommended action was put forward by Chatham Coun. Marjorie Crew, and it is the harshest penalty available to council.

“I’m not alone in feeling this is an absolutely awful position to be put in to have to make a decision like this against a fellow councillor,” Crew said. She stressed that free speech comes “with consequences,” noting the elected officials are “accountable to the public

and the code of conduct.

“We have the obligation to uphold the integrity of this position,” Crew stated, adding the words of elected officials can be used positively or to create harm.

“This is about attempts at bullying and intimidating behaviour,” she said. South Kent Coun. Ryan Doyle, who, along with Chatham Coun. Michael Bondy and West Kent Coun. Lauren Anderson supported Jubenville, said he had received a phone call from an unnamed councillor who told him Jubenville was anti-Black and anti-LGTBQ in relation to the on-

going flag flap. In his opinion, Doyle said he thought the councillor, or councillors, making the allegations were at fault for “trying to bully and intimidate other councillors.”

Doyle’s comment that Jubenville was “doing exactly what she was elected to do” drew applause from the gallery.

Bench countered that Doyle was “making a lot of new allegations” that were outside the scope of her report.

South Kent Coun. Trevor Thompson agreed with docking Jubenville’s pay. Thompson said that when he attended the April 24 council meeting where Jubenville’s flag motion was voted on, he felt prepared for violence.

Thompson also shared several comments from Blenheim students who “didn’t feel comfortable” coming to the meeting “in anticipation of the makeup of this crowd.”

Earlier this year when Blenheim District High School flew the LGBTQ+ Pride flag beneath the Canadian Maple Leaf, Jubenville encouraged those who disagreed to let the school know of their displeasure. Days later, a man who had expressed his anger about the Pride flag to school administrators, was cautioned by Chatham-Kent police.

The evening of the Aug. 14 council meeting, upwards of 150 supporters, many brandishing photocopied signs reading, “I support Rhonda,” milled

around the entrance to the Civic Centre before the doors opened at 5:30 p.m. Following the vote, Jubenville and her attorney spoke with media outside chambers.

Jubenville said she remains puzzled as to the exact reason behind the Integrity Commissioner’s ruling.

“Democracy, I think, failed today,” Jubenville told reporters, adding she still believes she did nothing wrong.

“Those were my opinions and the opinions of thousands of Chatham-Kent citizens,” she said.

Jubenville said she will continue to “show up” and take part in the democratic process.

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Council OKs sale of fireworks for Diwali

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The bylaw that regulates the sale of fireworks in Chatham-Kent has been amended to include Diwali – a cultural event marked by Hindu, Jain and Sikh communities around the world.

On Aug. 14, Chatham-Kent council voted to add Diwali

to the list of events that are exempt from a prohibition of the discharge of consumer fireworks.

According to an administrative report, consumer fireworks will be allowed to be displayed and sold 10 days prior to the event. The decision was reached

following consultation with the community on Let’s Talk CK, and review by Chatham-Kent Fire and Rescue. Diwali, a festival that celebrates light over darkness, takes place in autumn each year, with the date usually falling in October or November.

Councillor ponders legal action

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“I’ve never directed a comment – never, ever – to any community,” Jubenville said. “I’ve never directed a comment, you’ll never find in any of my social media that I’ve made comment to any community in Chatham-Kent.”

As to whether she will take legal action regarding the sanction and the report,

Jubenville’s attorney said a decision is being taken “under advisement.”

Alexander said his client has the “right of action,” noting he’s concerned that those who lodged complaints against Jubenville remain anonymous.

“The basic problem with the report is you have allegations, but we don’t know who

the complainants are so we can’t ask them and find out what they did...perceived,” Alexander said. “And we have no factual background for these allegations. He said the municipal code of conduct is “subservient” to the Charter of Rights and Freedoms and municipal officials are already governed by existing law.

Sanctioned Jubenville fires back

By Pam Wright Local Journalism Initiative pamwrightlji@gmail.com

A Chatham-Kent councillor penalized for her actions and comments she made on social media regarding what flags can fly on municipal property is taking action.

North Kent’s Rhonda Jubenville saw her pay docked for 90 days by council in a 13 to 3 vote Aug. 14. She said she has filed a complaint to the municipality’s Integrity Commissioner based on allegations an unnamed councillor made, saying she was anti-Black and anti-LGTBQ+.

Jubenville said she emailed IC Mary Ellen Bench with the concern Aug. 17, but said she isn’t sure what will happen next.

“I did file and it has been acknowledged (by Bench),” Jubenville told The Voice. “I have to speak up when there is an untruth being circulated about me.”

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The allegations came to light during the council meeting when South Kent Coun. Ryan Doyle said he had received information stating Jubenville was prejudiced against the two communities.

Jubenville said she was unaware she could complain about the statements allegedly made about her and communicated that to Bench during the council meeting, however the commissioner said she had indeed informed Jubenville she had the right to take action.

been “hijacked” by the Pride flag issue, adding her stance was only that government flags should be flown on municipal property.

Flying any other flags goes against flag etiquette, the councillor said, noting the issue blew up when she made Facebook posts disagreeing with flying the Pride flag beneath the Maple Leaf at a Blenheim school.

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Depending on the outcome of her complaint, Jubenville said further action could be taken that could include a judicial review of the matter.

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Regarding the sanction against her, Jubenville feels she is “under attack and scrutiny from people who are being led by a false narrative.”

Jubenville also said that if another councillor faced similar sanctions, she will be “the first” to say that

no councillor should have their pay docked unless they have been criminally charged or found guilty of a criminal or civil offense. “Based on feelings and innuendo and hearsay, I would never do this to another councillor,” she said.

Another wrinkle has developed in the ongoing saga, said Jubenville, noting someone has created a rondajubenville.com, coopting her name. The website displays “The Rhonda Jubenville Foundation,” and addresses abortion rights, fundraising and Gay Pride.

The councillor said whoever created the website has

launched a “passive-aggressive attack on my character and my principles.

“It is someone who is

offended that I am prolife and a Christian,” said Jubenville, noting she has contacted police about the matter.

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Human nature undermines diversity

Editor: Diversity. It would be great if people got along, but in my reading of history it never seems to happen on a large scale.

Uyghur people have been attacked and imprisoned by the Chinese, Rohingya by the Buddhists of Myanmar, Armenian genocide by Muslims of Turkey, massacres of Serbians by Croatia forces and Rwandan genocide where Hutu militias murdered countless number of Tutsi. In India, Hindu and Muslim people

How polarized we have become

have been fighting for generations because of their differences. Christian forces have been attacking and killing others also throughout history. These are just a few examples of man’s failure at diversity. Here in Canada, when the Indigenous people were running their country, I don’t believe they were saying, “We need to diversify our culture to make it stronger.’ So when the Europeans showed up to make their

culture stronger, we know what happened. All adults were shipped off to what we called reserves. Their children were kidnapped and taken away to prisons or residential schools. It never worked for any of these groups so what makes one think it will work this time?

Hopefully, for our children’s sake, it will this time.

Merle Knutson Chatham

Where has the middle ground gone? You know, the space for compromise, commonality, or for viewing with merit both sides of a dispute. This is a column about online comments regarding North Kent Rhonda Jubenville’s pay being docked by council following a report by the Integrity Commissioner, Mary Ellen Bench. But bear with me for a moment. Social media is destroying the middle ground of debate, and pretty much at every level of discourse. The various online social platforms want you stay on their sites longer, to be exposed to their advertising for an extended period of time and, therefore, make them more cash. These platforms have ultimately helped taint society, pushing us to extremes. The edgy content keeps people engaged on social media, and slowly shifts people’s belief structure to one extreme or the other. As a result, there is no grey, only black or white for many people.

Or, in political circles, only left or right.

Sadly, this has occurred to a lesser extent on some

news content platforms as well.

Swing back to what occurred recently in Chatham-Kent council chambers. Jubenville, the subject of a detailed investigation by the Integrity Commissioner, was sanctioned three-months’ pay by council, as the body backed the commissioner’s recommendation for the harshest penalty possible.

They said Jubenville violated council’s code of conduct, something by which all councillors agree to abide when they take office.

Council’s 13-3 vote to sanction Jubenville revolved around an investigation into social media posts and actions taken by Jubenville, beginning in April.

Bench said she determined the first-term councillor had used her influence to bully and

silence her critics.

Thirteen councillors agreed with Bench. Three backed Jubenville.

The North Kent councillor has a vocal and loyal support group. Seeing how they respond to matters is quite telling and speaks to the polarization that is occurring.

I viewed the council meeting through Your TV’s YouTube channel, while reporter Pam Wright attended in person. The comments I saw on YouTube were at times chilling.

As an opinion writer, I learned long ago to attack issues, not individuals. Social media just paves the way for people to attack individuals, sadly. That was on display the night of the council meeting. If a councillor did not support Jubenville, the commenters swooped in.

What follows are a number of online comments from that night and the YouTube “name” to which they are attributed. Keep in mind, not all names online are the person’s actual name. I did not change punctuation or spelling.

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Laura Andreea – “Like I’m going to take anyone wearing a rainbow shirt seriously.” This was made when Coun. Marjorie Crew put forward the motion to dock Jubenville’s pay. Crew sported a Pride shirt.

WMLARSH – “That noise that is made when You run Your finger nails on the chalk board That is what comes to my mind when that lady speaks!” This was made in reference to Bench.

rickshabs – “Even the devil tried to quote scripture, incorrectly btw.” This comment showed up after South Kent Coun. Trevor Thompson ended his comment on the matter by quoting Paul the Apostle from the New Testament.

Apparently, council is also an extension of the federal government, at least according to one commenter.

Mike Mcdonald – “Rhonda was voted in by the people for the people...she was not voted in to follow the federal Trudeau woke agenda..too bad all the rest of these councilors are bought and submissive to that r.” I’m not sure where the comment was ultimately going, as it ended with the “r,” but apparently to the commenter, any councillor who voted in favour of the motion was following “the federal Trudeau woke agenda,” whatever exactly that is. I’m no fan of the sitting prime minis-

ter, but to think he has the power to sway a municipal council in strong Conservative territory is laughable. There was the odd, bold voice in the comment string that backed the majority of council. But those situations typically did not end well.

Sheri Swan – “I support all councelors following the rules they have voted to uphold.”

Laura Andreea – “Sure Sheri we all know what you’d do in the name of what some loser politician tells you, despite whether it’s actually right or wrong.”

Sheri Swan – “excuse me?? you have no right to assume anything about me.” That exchange was made in the middle of Jubenville

supporters criticizing councillors for taking umbrage with Rhonda for voicing a different opinion.

Renée Rivard – “Yep discriminate and hate everyone who doesn’t agree with your agenda.”

Yet, such discrimination was on display inside the online chat.

Oh, where has the middle ground gone? How have we as a society reached this point?

Again, it’s OK to disagree with one other. We encourage everyone to feel free to express their opinion, but also to keep one’s ears open. That’s how open dialogue works.

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100th Homecoming for Buxton

By Michael Bennett Local Journalism Initiative

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A couple of years of dreaming and planning is close to becoming a reality as the 100th Buxton Homecoming is rapidly approaching.

Organizers expect between 5,000 and 7,000 former residents and descendants to return to North Buxton for the centennial Homecoming on the Labour Day weekend – more than double the traditional annual attendance.

The four-day celebration

begins on Sept. 1, with the Buxton History and Genealogy Conference and runs all weekend, capped off by the Homecoming Parade and day-long activities on Sept. 4.

“The excitement is really starting to build with people in the community,” said Michelle Robbins, curator of the Buxton National Historic Site & Museum. “We’re getting phone calls daily from people trying to get more details.”

Robbins said the majority of callers from out-oftowners are looking for accommodations.

“We had one say they could only get a room in Windsor, and they asked, ‘Is that far?’” she said with a laugh.

Robbins said families and friends across Canada and the United States started booking rooms over the winter, as local hotels have booked for the Labour Day weekend since February. People still looking for accommodations are going the Airbnb route or booking rooms outside Chatham-Kent.

The Buxton Homecoming returned to an in-person celebration

last September after the COVID-19 pandemic forced organizers to host virtual events in 2020 and ‘21.

“We cut down on some of the activities, but we still had about 2,000 people throughout the weekend,” Robbins said of last year’s Homecoming. “We had a lot of people waiting to come back without restrictions, and knowing the 100th was coming this year, a lot of people from the United States and Canada decided to wait to come back this year.”

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The first Homecoming was held on Labour Day 1924 in the pasture fields of Reginald and Minnie Robbins, initiated by the Sunshine Club of the British Methodist Episcopal Church.

The event was intended to bring former residents of the Buxton area, who

relocated elsewhere in Canada and the United States, home for a weekend.

The one-day event evolved over the years as descendants of former slaves have made this weekend a pilgrimage to rekindle friendships and memories.

The 100th Homecoming will feature many of the traditional activities, such as the day-long conference, museum tours, entertainment, community party-in-the-park, baseball and basketball tournaments, church services and Labour Day parade. Several new activities

included a community drum circle, a three-day vendors’ market, a dancefit, Along The Way and Abraham Lincoln re-enactments.

Pre-registration is required for several activities, including the Buxton History and Genealogy Conference, Family Feud baseball and Champions 3-on-3 basketball tournaments, kid’s basketball skills competition, parade entry, and to have a booth in the three-day vendors market. Visit 100thhomecoming. com for the full schedule and event details, as well as to register for events.

Behind-the-scenes progress for centre

Progress on the new Children’s Treatment Centre of Chatham-Kent (CTC-CK) is moving along nicely, according to officials.

Executive director Donna Litwin-Makey said officials are deep into the design and planning stage of the new building.

“We are like a duck on the water that looks serene but is paddling vigorously under the surface,” Litwin-Makey said in a recent press release.

“The building of a new CTC facility for our community is very important to many local children

and families and we need to get it right,” she added, noting organizers are taking the time to gather input at key planning points so architects can design a structure to “best serve” families and children for years to come.

Over the past few months, the CTC-CK building committee has reviewed and revised progressive concepts put forward by Montgomery Sisam Architects, Inc., local youth, the family advisory council, clinicians and staff have had the opportunity to create the most effective and efficient space.

In February 2022, the

provincial Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services officially announced it is investing in a new building, doubling the size of the current structure. It will offer modern treatments in a more accessible space, including speech therapy, physiotherapy, occupational therapy and autism services.

Minister Michael Parsa said the new facility means greater access to more occupational, physiotherapy and speech-language pathology services for Chatham-Kent families.

Collier Project Leaders, who are overseeing project management for the new facility, believe that first-hand input

from those with special interest in the initiative is helping keep the planning on track.

The Chatham Voice

Contributed image

Ashley Gialelem, client ambassador for the Children’s Treatment Centre of Chatham-Kent, holds a concept picture of the new CTC-CK building.

Splash pad seasons to be extended across C-K

The Chatham Voice

Local families who love beating the heat at Chatham-Kent splash pads can look forward to a longer season next year.

At a recent council meeting, officials approved extending the summer season at all splash pad locations in the municipality, starting prior to the Victoria Day weekend in May and extending to the

conclusion of Labour Day in September.

The new schedule, which adds $22,323 to the existing budget, equalizes access to all splash pads allowing them to be utilized for a full 16 weeks each summer.

Rob Pollock, director of parks, fleet & facilities, said the new schedule makes it more equitable for Chatham-Kent residents across the board.

Arena no longer part of future DCC options

By Michael Bennett Local Journalism Initiative

The Ridgetown Independent

If the revamped Downtown Chatham Centre ever goes forward, an arena will not be a part of the complex.

An update on Imagine Chatham-Kent, the proposed future of the DCC, was prepared by administration for the Aug. 14 council meeting.

The report states that the “Investor Group,” which purchased the DCC in June 2021, has dropped the idea for a 4,000-seat arena and entertainment complex.

The investor’s group at the time of the purchase

consisted of Rob Myers, Pete and Jessica Tsirimbis, Ron Nydam, Don Tetrault and Jim Bullock.

The report, prepared by Bruce McAllister, general manager of Development Services, stated the investors group has indicated with an appraisal price of $3,500,000, they do not see the feasibility of going forward with plans for an entertainment complex.

Instead, the group intends to revitalize the mall portion of the complex, where the arena was proposed.

The report states the group has recently secured long-term leases and will continue to seek more tenants to create a

top-tier mall.

The revised proposal still includes the creation of a community hub by moving the Chatham-Kent Civic Centre, Chatham-Kent Public Library and Chatham-Kent Cultural Centre (CK Museum, Kiwanis Theatre and Thames Art Gallery) to the site of the former Sears store in the west end of the mall.

The investor group’s plans to revitalize the mall mean less land will be transferred to the municipality than originally proposed.

The area for an outdoor promenade, proposed to be located be-

tween the community hub and entertainment centre in the original plans, will remain in the hands of the investor group as part of their mall plans.

The former Sears store, the 580-space parking garage and 60 surface parking spaces between the garage and the mall’s entrance lane off Wellington St. would be transferred as-is to the municipality. The updated report also states the municipality will pay for the out-ofpocket costs for the design drawings to date.

There will also be no guaranteed bid for the three existing municipal buildings – Civic Centre, Chatham Library branch and Museum/Thames Art Gallery – which are expected to be made redundant with the redevelopment of the community hub.

The report also offered multiple options on how to proceed with the future housing of municipal operations, address issues as needed; renovate the Civic Centre; upgrade the Civic Centre, library

and cultural centre; build a new Civic Centre; or purchase a portion of the DCC and move the Civic Centre operations, library and Cultural Centre there.

A public consultation session will occur on Sept. 18.

More details, dates and locations for these public sessions will be announced in the coming weeks.

Administration will prepare an updated report for council at the Oct. 30 meeting.

Public Utilities Commission for the Municipality of Chatham-Kent Municipal Class Environmental Assessment Water and Wastewater Master Plan (Approach #1)

Public Utilities Commission for the Municipality of Chatham Kent Municipal Class Environmental Assessment Water and Wastewater Master Plan – Notice of Study Commencement

Notice of Public Information Centre #2

The Public Utilities Commission for the Municipality of Chatham-Kent, through its consultant AECOM has initiated a Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (MCEA) Master Plan study to develop strategies for water and wastewater servicing to accommodate existing service areas and future growth.

The Public Utilities Commission for the Municipality of Chatham Kent through its consultant AECOM has initiated a Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (MCEA) Master Plan study, to develop strategies for water and wastewater servicing to accommodate existing service areas and future growth.

The study will document existing conditions, provide population forecasts, complete water, and wastewater modeling, engage key stakeholders and the general public and based on the most recent versions of the Chatham-Kent Official Plan, Secondary Plans and Comprehensive Review documents, evaluate potential short- and long-term alternative water and wastewater servicing strategies over the next 30 years at 5, 10, 20, and 30 year intervals, including high level costs.

Public Information Centre (PIC) #2

The study will document existing conditions, provide population forecasts, complete water, and wastewater modeling, engage key stakeholders, Indigenous Communities, and the general public, and evaluate potential short and longterm alternative water and wastewater servicing strategies over the next 30 years, including high level costs.

Process

A second PIC will be held for the study to summarize work completed since PIC #1, the alternative water and wastewater servicing strategies (including their evaluation) to address the problem and opportunity statement, the preliminary recommended water and wastewater servicing strategies to meet Chatham-Kents planning and future requirements and describe the next steps in the process.

This PIC will be held in an online format with a narrated video and is scheduled to be available for viewing on August 21st 2023 with the comment period closing on September 5th,2023. The information presented at PIC #2 will be available for the duration of the study. To access the PIC materials, please visit the ‘Lets Talk’ Chatham-Kent at https://www.letstalkchatham-kent.ca/chatham-kent-water-and-wastewater-master-plan.

How to get involved

The MCEA study will be completed in accordance with the Ontario Environmental Assessment Act and will follow Approach #1 of the Municipal Engineers Association Municipal Class EA (as amended in 2015) Master Planning process. At the conclusion of the study, a suite of recommended water and wastewater projects will be identified including the MCEA Schedule (Schedule A, A+, B or C) for each project in the study area. This Master Plan will be completed at a broad level of assessment, therefore requiring more detailed investigations at the project specific level for any recommended Schedule B and C projects.

The PUC invites anyone with an interest in the study to provide feedback and help inform the decision-making process. To provide feedback, request more information or if you want to be placed on our mailing list for updates, please contact us at:

Dhana Niriella, PhD., P.Eng, P.E.

Paul Adams, CPT Project Manager Environmental Planner

Chatham-Kent PUC AECOM

226-312-2025 x4338

dhanan@chatham-kent.ca

519-963-5873

Paul.adams2@aecom.com

The Public Utilities Commission for the Municipality of Chatham Kent (PUC) wants anyone with an interest in the study to have an opportunity to provide input, which will help the project team in the decision-making process. Public Information Centres (PICs) will be held to provide information and receive feedback. PICs maybe held in a virtual format. We will publish invitation notices to the PICs in local newspapers and on the Municipality’s website www.letstalkchatham-kent.ca/chatham-kentwater-and-wastewater-master-plan

Additional comments and questions can be received throughout the project and will be further encouraged following PIC#3 which is scheduled for September 2023.

With the exception of personal information, all comments will become part of the public record of the Study.

This Notice was Issued on July 19th, 2023.

For more information or if you want to be placed on our mailing list for updates, please contact us at: Dhana Niriella, P.Eng Project Engineer

Chatham-Kent PUC 226-312-2023 x4338 dhanan@chatham-kent.ca

Paul Adams, CPT Environmental Planner AECOM

519-963-5873

Paul.adams2@aecom.com

Community Events

Thursday, August 24, 2023:

•Come join us at The Chatham Legion, corner of William & Colborne St. Chatham from 11:00am-9:30pm. The kitchen is open to serve lunch from 11:00am.–1:30pm. Come check out our daily specials. Senior Euchre starts at 1:00pm. Everyone is welcome.

Friday, August 25, 2023:

• Adult Colouring at the CKPL Chatham Branch Community Living Café. Every Friday. 2:00pm until 4:00pm. Are you looking for a creative outlet? Need some time to escape the everyday? Come and connect with people of all ages and skill levels while colouring away the stress of the day. Come alone or bring a friend. No registration required, come and go as you please.

• Come join us at The Chatham Legion, corner of William & Colborne St. Chatham from 11:00am-9:30 pm.

The kitchen is open to serve lunch from 11:00am-1:30pm. Supper will be served from 4:00-6:00. No orders after 5:30pm. Tonight’s specials are Liver & Onions or Fish & Chips. Take out is also available by calling 519-351-8733 or 519-351-5639. Fun Darts start at 7:00 p.m. Everyone Welcome.

Saturday, August 26, 2023:

• Morning Breakfast Program at First Presbyterian Church (corner of Fifth St. and Wellington). A delicious and nutritious breakfast served free of charge from 9:30am10:30am. Take out only.

• Come join us at The Chatham Legion, corner of William & Colborne St. Chatham from 11:00am-9:30pm. There will be a meat draw at 3:30, 4:30 and 5:30pm. The kitchen is open to serve lunch from 3:00pm-5:30p.m. Entertainment by Good Company from 4:30-9:30. Come check out our menu. Everyone Welcome.

• Cool off this summer at CK Animal Rescue’s Doggy Dip Fundraiser at Orville Wright Pool taking place from 123pm. For just $10, your furry friend can enjoy a refreshing 30-minute swim, or go all-in with unlimited access for

$25. We’ve got tennis balls on site to keep those tails wagging. As an extra treat, Pet Valu has generously provided goodie bags for all our four-legged guests. Come make a splash and help us make a difference in the lives of animals in need!

• Princesses, pirates, heroes, and villains! You never know which fairy tale you might come across along the Fairy Tale Trail! Join the Ridge House Museum in celebrating fairy tales created during the Victorian Era between 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm. For one unique and unforgettable day, the Ridge House Museum will be transformed into the realm of Victorian fairy tales, where there will be exciting adventures everywhere you look. You can also make your way to the T.R.E.E.S Memorial Trail where CK Public Library staff will bring colourful fairy tales to life and you can participate in the Regal Academy for Fairies and Me Hearties Pirate School. Don’t forget to also partake in the Ridgetown Treasure Huntonce you have found all the pieces of the map, return to the Ridge House Museum to collect your prize!

Sunday, August 27, 2023:

• Creekside Church - 10:00 a.m Sunday’s at the Active Lifestyle Centre, Merritt Ave. Haven’t been to church in a while? Come find community with us. creeksidechurch.ca.

• Dave Randall will perform for the Dresden Christian Concerts on the property of Total Grain Systems (1233 North St. in Dresden). Rain location is Dresden Christian Reformed Church. Starts at 6:30pm. Listen from your vehicle or bring your lawn chairs. The concert is free but an offering will be taken.

Tuesday, August 29, 2023:

• Chess Club at Chatham Branch of CKPL. 6:00 pm until 8:00 pm. Drop in program. Great opportunity to learn new strategies by playing with different players. All ages and all skill levels are welcome

• Come join us at The Chatham Legion, corner of William & Colborne St. Chatham from 11:00am-9:30pm. The kitchen is open to serve lunch from 11:00am-1:30pm. Today’s special is Spaghetti with meat sauce. Come play Euchre at 1:00 or spend the evening playing Shuffleboard starting at 7:00pm. Everyone is welcome.

Wednesday, August 30, 2023:

• Come join us at The Chatham Legion, corner of William & Colborne St. Chatham from 11:00am-9:30pm. The kitchen is open to serve lunch from 11:00am-1:30pm. Our daily special is meat loaf Dinner. Come check out our other daily specials. We have Fun Darts at 7:00pm. Everyone is welcome.

Thursday, August 31, 2023:

• Come join us at The Chatham Legion, corner of William & Colborne St. Chatham from 11:00am-9:30pm. The kitchen is open to serve lunch from 11:00am-1:30pm. Come check out our daily specials. Senior Euchre starts at 1:00pm. Everyone is welcome.

Friday, September 1, 2023:

• Adult Colouring at the CKPL Chatham Branch Community Living Café. Every Friday. 2:00pm until 4:00pm. Are you looking for a creative outlet? Need some time to escape the everyday? Come and connect with people of all ages and skill levels while colouring away the stress of the day. Come alone or bring a friend. No registration required, come and go as you please.

• Please join us at the Merlin Legion for our famous Friday night diners!! Pulled pork, coleslaw & fries & fresh vegetable - $13.50 taxes included!

Saturday, September 2, 2023:

• Morning Breakfast Program at First Presbyterian Church (corner of Fifth St. and Wellington). A delicious and nutritious breakfast served free of charge from 9:30am10:30am. Take out only.

• Cash Raffle in support of CK Animal Rescue will be drawn at Dresden Art in the Park. 11am-11pm. There will

be 10 prizes for a chance to win. 1st place: $2,000. 2nd place: $1,000. 3rd place: $750 and more! Tickets $4 each or 3 for $10. E-transfer: chathamkentanimalrescue@ gmail.com. Password: Raffle. Including your email and phone number so we can contact you if you win. Must be 18 years of age and older.

LOVE TO SING? Consider joining the Jubilee Chorus. We perform music in diverse genres that seeks to glorify God and draw others to Him. This fall, we are preparing A Festival of Lessons and Carols to be presented Saturday, December 2 at 7:00 p.m. Only 12 rehearsals – a short commitment – so come, sing new and favourite carols with us. We are looking for new, eager singers age 14 and up, no audition necessary! Come find community and experience all the benefits of joy-filled singing! Rehearsals are on Tuesday nights starting September 12 at Chatham Christian School from 6:52-9:03 pm. Call Cynthia at 226-229-1533 for more information and to register.

The CK Singers community choir will start practice once again at First Presbyterian Church 60 Fifth St in Chatham on Tuesday, September 5th at 7 pm. New members are most welcome. Each practice lasts for 2 hours with a break in between for refreshments. No auditions are required. We sing a variety of music which is provided and our aim is to have fun and entertain in fund-raising concerts and for long term care residents. For more information please contact, Director Nancy Tapley at 519-354-0463 or email nancytapley2@gmail. com or President Bob Mann at 519-397-2942 or email rmann482@hotmail.com

Are you affected by someone else’s drinking? Al-anon can help! Call - leave message519-350-3462

Alcoholics Anonymous, we can help! Information Line 519-360-5246.

Submit your coming events to bruce@chathamvoice.com or michelle@chathamvoice.com

Fun Stuff

CLUES ACROSS

1. Russian painter

6. Very fast jet

9. Phillipine municipality

13. Intestinal

14. Small freshwater fish

15. Algerian coastal city

16. Vomit

17. Famed astronomer

18. Ghanaian currency

19. Improved the condition of

21. Int’l association of interpreters

22. Infections

23. Dish made with lentils

24. Thou

25. Former CIA

28. Unit used to compare power levels

29. Members of Pueblo people

31. Myanmar monetary units

33. Polished

36. Signed a contract

38. Nothing

39. Once-ubiquitous department store

41. Neural structures

44. Thick piece of something

45. Slang for trucks with trailers

46. Longing

48. Senior officer

49. Levels of frequency

51. Bird’s beak

52. Move rapidly downwards

54. Koran chapters

56. Streteches out

60. Top of the human body

61. A Chinese temple and Indian town are two

62. Fertility god

63. Sea eagle

64. Dry

65. Zodiac sign

66. “Horizon Call of the Mountain” character

67. Have the ability to

68. Take somewhere

CLUES DOWN

1. “Iron Man” actress Leslie

2. Wings

3. Adjust the spacing

4. They’re usually locked

5. Atomic #43

6. Wise individuals

7. Horse mackerel

8. Pearl Jam’s debut album

9. Confines

10. Colorless crystalline compound

11. Unsatisfactorily

12. Plant of the parsley family

14. Determines time

17. Causes the birth of

20. Small ornament on a watch chain

21. Richly decorated cloth tapestry

23. Vito Corleone was one

25. Igbo musical instrument

26. Put in harmony

27. Japanese alcoholic drinks

29. Tinseltown

30. Closes tightly

32. Songs sung to one’s lover

34. One thousandth of an inch

35. Small drink of whiskey

37. Political divisions in ancient Greece

40. Helps little firms

42. Baby’s eating accessory

43. Very long periods of time

47. Small block of wood

49. Town in Surrey, England 50. Enquiry

52. Murdered

53. Bura-__: Chadic language 55. Crater on Mars 56. Mammal genus 57. Sock 58. Make 59. Stony waste matter 61. Partner to cheese 65. Pound

Puzzle answers can be found on page 19

Author loves his move to C-K

By Pam Wright Local Journalism Initiative pamwrightlji@gmail.com

Fantasy writer James McLean is the GTA’s loss and Chatham-Kent’s gain.

The Newmarket native and his partner pulled up stakes in the city and made the move to their new home after a random search online.

“We either wanted to go to New Brunswick or Nova Scotia or Southwestern Ontario, “McLean said, noting the deal was clinched when they found a great apartment in Chatham.

Like so many others who have ditched “The Big Smoke,” the couple has no regrets.

“We absolutely love it,” McLean said in a recent interview. “Chatham-Kent is so friendly and a five-minute drive is a five-minute drive.

“The city (Toronto) is so busy, so bloated and so rude,” the 28 year old added, noting the pair moved to C-K last fall and are enjoying life outdoors, exploring C-K’s many outdoor spaces, such as Rondeau Provincial Park.

McLean said he now has a better quality of life and more time to write.

The writer, who has a job where he works remotely, has already self-published two novels and is hard at work on the third. Part of a series, his books tell the multi-layered tale of the Fall of Valenfaar, a young country that is dealing with a host of unique problems. The first book called The Crimson Plains, focuses on an invasion, while the second, The Children’s Song, is a story wrapped around a religious secret.

His third called the Dance of Ashes, will meld the characters of his two previous books together. It will be published next spring.

According to McLean, he’s delved into different genres, “writing seriously” for about eight years. He’s self-taught, noting his inspiration came from a high school English teacher named Robert Ballantyne.

“I had Mr. Ballantyne for more than one year and he encouraged me to write short stories,” McLean said. “I got lucky there.”

Art and Heirloom Shoppe board member Chris Ford said McLean’s books are a good read.

“I love his books,” Ford said. “I enjoy reading fantasy, and James’ writing is really good. He’s a very good story teller.”

A meet-the-author book signing will take place

at the Art and Heirloom Shoppe Aug. 26 from 12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Both of McLean’s books are currently available for sale at the downtown Chatham store.

Pam Wright/The Chatham Voice Fantasy author James McLean displays his two novels at the Art and Heirloom Shoppe in Chatham. The downtown Chatham store is hosting a book signing for the author on Aug. 26. McLean is currently working on his third book in a series.

OBITUARIES

Agatha Goertzen

60, Friday, August 15, 2023

Blenheim Community Funeral Home

Mary Hind

101, Saturday, August 12, 2023

Life Transitions

Bonnie Lewsaw

92, Saturday, August 12, 2023

Alexander & Houle Funeral Home

Roger Couture

72, Saturday, August 12, 2023

Alexander & Houle Funeral Home

Constance Pickering

74, Wednesday, August 16, 2023

Alexander & Houle Funeral Home

Stanley Green

92, Thursday, August 10, 2023

McKinlay Funeral Home

Vera Taplin

92, Sunday, August 13, 2023

McKinlay Funeral Home

Willi Durer

85, Tuesday, August 15, 2023

McKinlay Funeral Home

Gerard Norman Bechard

89, Monday, August 14, 2023

McKinlay Funeral Home

Sadie Postma

88, Tuesday, August 15, 2023

McKinlay Funeral Home

Helen Mackie Maine

74, Tuesday, August 15, 2023

McKinlay Funeral Home

Bernard MacNeil

77, Wednesday, August 16, 2023

McKinlay Funeral Home

Roland Dodman

78, Thursday, August 10, 2023

Hinnegan-Peseski Funeral Home

Eugene “Biff” Gallagher

Monday, August 7, 2023

Hinnegan-Peseski Funeral Home

Judith Ann Krieger

76, Wednesday, August 16, 2023

Hinnegan-Peseski Funeral Home

William “Bill” Smulders

67, Tuesday, August 8, 2023

Hinnegan-Peseski Funeral Home

Margaret Litschko

Thursday, August 10, 2023

Hinnegan-Peseski Funeral Home

Wilda Jean Howe

86, Wednesday, August 9, 2023

Kendrick Funeral Home

Thomas Jeffrey Zimmer

Friday, August 11, 2023

Kendrick Funeral Home

Jim Getty

76, Monday, August 14, 2023

Kendrick Funeral Home

2K-plus golf balls drop, one winner

With the aid of an industrial crane, more than 2,000 balls hit the green recently at the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Chatham-Kent Big Golf Ball Drop.

The fundraiser saw one lucky man walk away with $3,000, while the non-profit organization raised $8,000. This is the second year of the ball drop, which once again took place at Links of Kent in Chatham.

Big Brothers Big Sisters officials said ticket sales started in May and continued right up until the ball drop Aug. 11.

Cory Burt of Jebco cranes lifted a huge bucket of balls skyward, and dropped them on a pin flag. Closest to the pin walked away with the prize.

The funds raised from the fundraiser will go to helping local youth in Chatham-Kent reach their full potential.

Amanda Clark, executive director of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Chatham-Kent, said plans are already underway for next year’s event, with improvements in the works.

“We are very excited to begin planning for next year,” she said in a media release. “The plan is to make the event even better and add

some new additions. Stay tuned for more details and be sure to watch out next year for your chance to purchase golf ball tickets.”

The Chatham Voice

Image courtesy Mark Requena Photography Amanda Clark, executive director for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Chatham-Kent, displays the winning golf ball from the organization’s second annual Big Golf Ball DROP fundraiser recently.

Yard Sale Yard Sale

In Memoriam - McCormick

In loving memory of my husband Gary, who died 13 years ago, August 28, 2010 and our son Jeffrey-Lance, who passed away 10 years ago, July 13, 2013

We made memories and now I get to relive them through remembrance

All the days of my life.

Always remembered and loved by Linda, wife and mom

Auction

LARGE OUTSTANDING AUCTION

Monday, September 4th (Labour Day)

St. Simon & St. Jude Parish Hall

267 Meunier St., Belle River

Preview: 8:00am, Auction Starts: 9:00am

Quarter cut leaded glass claw foot bookcase, lg collection of Elvis records, Moorcroft, hobnail, cranberry, carnival, dishes, pickle cruet, lots of Royal Doultons, Hummels, miniature irons, Beswick, Mary Gregory, Beleek, cast iron trucks, oak jeweler’s cabinet, painted crocks, war badges, claw foot piano stool, art work, salesman sample, post cards, lightning rod bulbs, cookie jars, coins, Bakelite, depression pink & green, pocket watches, milk bottle tops, silverware set, Wedgewood, old tins, oil lamps, wind up tractor with wagon, old canes, old radios (city of New Jersey Cairns Bros Inc.) old fireman’s helmets, old toys, old sign, costume jewelery, stamps, .999 silver coins, and much much more!

Go to this website for pictures and more information www.murrayknappauctions.com

TERMS: CASH OR CHEQUE WITH PROPER I.D.

NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ACCIDENTS DAY OF SALE

MURRAY KNAPP AUCTIONEER

519-727-8894

RIPLEY

In loving memory of a dear father

Karl (August 9, 1996) and a dear mother

Mary Jane (August 28, 2017)

Whether you are looking to purchase a home, refinance your mortgage, or consolidate debt, it’s important that you are making an educated decision and receiving professional unbiased advice.

House Cleaning Services. Please call 519-4010495.

This month recalls memories of two loved ones gone to rest, And those who think of them today, are those who loved them best. The flowers we lay upon their grave may wither and decay; but our love for them as years roll on will never fade away.

Forever loved and always remembered by your children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren.

Wanted Wanted

Wanted to Buy: Antiques, costume jewellery, gold, silver, coins, military, furniture, tools. We Buy AllPaid Cash. 519727-8894.

Wanted to rent or buy 1 or 4 acres of land in Chatham-Kent area. No buildings or utilities needed. Rural area preferred. 519-352-5414 or 226-6275414.

Home For Sale

111 Van Allen Ave., Chatham. Only $2,000 per month, NO down payment required. Secure VTB mortgage, 30-year, 7% rate will never increase guaranteed. Buyer(s) responsible for their own closing costs such as legal services. Great opportunity for first time home buyers. House has two (2) small bedrooms. New kitchen and laundry appliances. 3pc bathroom with tub. If interested, please Email: xvz7wxn1@anonaddy.me

15 Cardinal Cres. Saturday, August 26 8am3pm. From books to furniture, something for everyone.

For Sale

Computer Monitor & keyboard, 2 Canon printers, set of dishes. Call 519401-0495.

9511 Longwoods Rd.. Saturday, August 26 8am2pm. Weather permitting. Multi-family. East of Shady Pine Restaurant. 5834 Queens Line. August 24, 25 & 26. 9am-??? Furniture, hardwood, trailer, antique tractors, book and much more!

For Sale Service Offered

Electric push button comfair clothing rack. 25ft, almost brand new, only 3yrs old. Open to offers. Phone 519-354-4033 or 519-3500936.

1998 Volkswagen Jetta 4dr, great shape, safetied. 140,000kms. Asking $2200. Phone 519-3544033 or 519350-0936.

Silk Cemetery Saddle Arrangements. Everyday/ Holidays. Ready-to-go. Many colours available. $40. 519-354-3411

Engine Lift, pet mobile for hamster, men’s speed bike. All in good condition. Call 519401.0495.

This Weeks Puzzle answers.