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WWII/Korean War Veteran passes - Edward Caza was 92-years-old

by Sylene Argent On Sunday, March 29, Edward “Ed” Caza, a WWII and Korean War Veteran, passed away from natural causes at the age of 92.

Caza served his country from 1943-1955, spending time in both the Canadian Armed Forces through the Army and Navy. He was around 15-years-old when he first enlisted, which was right around the tail-end of the Second World War. In the past, Caza noted he had fibbed about his age to get enlisted.

According to the Southern Ontario Military Muster website, Caza reenlisted with Royal Canadian Navy in 1946, after the Second World War, and served on the Tribal Class Destroyer HMCS Haida, the Minesweeper HMCS Portage, and the HMCS La Hulloise. He worked as a stoker in the boiler room. Three years later, he transferred to the Canadian Army Service Corp.

Starting in July 1951, Caza served in Korea as a non-commissioned officer for 15 months, where he worked in the Service Corps and with a medical unit.

In November of 2010, the Essex and Community

Submitted file photo: During a visit to South Korea in 2010, Ed Caza visited his fallen fellows at the United Nations Cemetery. Pictured above, he stands next to a memorial constructed there. It reads: ‘We will never forget you brave sons of Canada.’

Historical Research Society (ECHRS) saluted veterans for their selfless involvement in past wars.

Caza was one of the veterans honoured at this event.

One of the happier times while in Korea, Caza said then, was also sad. He and his Corporal had found an abandoned, crying baby dressed in rags.

They brought the baby to a near-by hospital and many of the servicemen, including Caza, donated

money out of each of their pay cheques to adopt an orphanage.

“To me, I think it was the happiest thing we ever did,” he said at that event.

In 2010, Caza revisited Korea with his son, Erroll.

“It was awesome,” Erroll said of the trip. He said there were around two buses of Canadians, four buses of Americans, and three buses of British veterans on that oneweek trip. Every day on the trip, Erroll said, the

veterans participated in at least three parades, which he said was pretty taxing on the former service personnel members.

Around the mid-point of the trip, Erroll said the veterans began sharing stories amongst each other when they saw the rice fields. He noted that the veterans said they wished they had as much respect in Canada as they were shown on that trip to Korea. Erroll said he had explained then that

the Koreans showed their respect in a certain way because the war was fought on their lands, they saw it firsthand. Canadians, he added then, also respect their veterans.

Caza, Erroll said, would share good stories about his time in Korea. One that stood out was when he played baseball in South Korea on a makeshift baseball diamond.

Three-years ago, Caza returned to Korea for a

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grandson.

Caza later served in Montreal and in London at the Instructional Cadre. He was released in December of 1955.

Caza, for many years, attended local Remembrance Day ceremonies and the Legion Week Wreath Laying Ceremony.

In September of 2016, Quilts of Valour volunteer Pauline Gaudette, and Regional Representative, Janet Bergeron, proudly presented handmade quilts to three local veterans and military service personnel, including Caza, Joe McLeod, and Jeff Artale.

The quilts are presented through this

program to recognize and thank Veterans for their service.

“It is a wonderful feeling to be remembered,” Caza had said at the event that was hosted at the Essex Branch of the Royal Canadian Legion (Branch 201) as a homemade quilt was wrapped around his shoulders.

Erroll noted his dad passed of natural causes. “When he passed, his mind was still in great shape,” he said, adding, “Dad was a principled guy who was involved with the Legions for years.”

Caza was a Legion member in Tecumseh before transferring to Essex.

EFP File Photo: Quilts of Valour volunteer Pauline Gaudette and Regional Representative Janet Bergeron proudly presented handmade quilts to three local veterans and military service personnel, Joe McLeod, Ed Caza, and Jeff Artale in September of 2016.

“He was a fixture there [at the Essex Legion] for the last 15-years,” Erroll said.

His dad’s popularity at the Essex Legion was endearingly akin to Norm when he entered the bar in the show, “Cheers.”

Erroll noted that two of Caza’s sons were in quarantine for 14-days after retuning from Mexico during the Coronavirus pandemic. The day their quarantine was over, they were able to visit dad one last time.

“He held on for that moment,” Erroll said. “Dad definitely cared about his family.

A Celebration of Life ceremony will be held in Caza’s honour in July. He and

his late wife, Claudette, had six children, seven grandchildren, and six greatgrandchildren.

Erroll is currently the President of the Essex Legion. He said the main reason Canadians have to show respect to veterans, and remember fallen soldiers, is because, “The price of Freedom isn’t free. People who wore a uniform, paid the price for our freedom. The sacrifices they gave allow people today to enjoy the freedoms they have.”

It is important to start talking to those service personnel who served in the Afghanistan War and the Cold War to preserve their accounts, Erroll said.

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by Sylene Argent Essex Community Centre to be renamed “Maedel Community Centre” Essex Council voted in favour of renaming the Essex Community Centre, located inside the 25 Gosfield Townline facility, to “Maedel Community Centre.”

The name change is in honour of Edward Charles Maedel, who, in 1908, purchased a struggling soft drink company on Talbot Street in Essex.

He renamed it “Maedel Beverages,” where he made soft drinks and sold the product throughout the County.

In 1935, he received the first Pepsi Cola franchise in all of Ontario, and the second franchise in all of Canada. He later built a new shop at the corner of Talbot Street and Brien Avenue. In 1989, the Maedel family sold the business to a company from Toronto.

Mayor Larry Snively thought it was nice to name the facility after Maedel. “I think it is the proper thing to do,” he said.

Town’s response updates to COVID-19 • Staffing: CAO Chris Nepszy said as of March 23, Essex reduced its workforce in the recreation department by 100 workers.

On top of that, Nepszy

continued, 25 percent of the existing parks and facilities staff took a voluntary layoff.

Nepszy said there is concern that operations need to be maintained with the current reduction of staff. In the event this pandemic goes on for months, the Town can reassess the situation.

• Harbour/Parks/ Facilities: Director of Community Services/ Deputy CAO, Doug Sweet, said staff is being spread out over seven days for social distancing.

On March 13, indoor recreation facilities were ordered closed. On April 1, the province ordered the closure of outdoor facilities, including harbours and marinas. For now, people are allowed to use walkways and trails.

• Building Department Operations: Lori Chadwick, Director of Development Services, said the Building and Bylaw Department continues to operate with new methods of practice.

At this time, the Building and Bylaw Division is booking all inspection types and requests. As of April 4, there will be a delay of some inspections related to residential development.

Those applications can be received and plans can be reviewed. Ongoing residential government, that construction can

continue if a foundation was in place is in prior to April 4, she said.

She said her team set out last week to find expansion projects that were being undertaken without a permit. Seven infractions were noticed, and the work was asked to be stopped until proper permits or measures were issued.

She said that will continue once a week to ensure if something was being built without a permit, action is being taken.

• Interest on Water and Wastewater Waiver: Director of Corporate Services/ Treasurer, Jeff Morrison, received approval from he request that Council consider waiving interest and penalties on water and waste water until June 30.

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Because of the shortage of staff we have temporarily reduced our hours to allow the remiaing staff to have time to prepare. We create, in house, a number of products that are very labour intensive, and it may be a while before you see certain products while we deal with this labour shortage. We are also reducing the number of items we will feature in each week’s sale flyer.

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Editorial &Opinion

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Howling at the Moon ••• Comment by Sylene Argent ••• Real heroes do not wear capes

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I hope everyone is keeping safe out there, as we continue to wait for this pandemic to be over. I have said it feels like we are living in the middle of a movie, rather than our own reality, and I am hopeful for the very best outcome.

I have been encouraged by all the love and support we are showing to our essential workers, from our frontline healthcare workers to our truck drivers and grocery store clerks.

I love the fact these people are being reminded just how much their efforts are appreciated in keeping everyone healthy and fed.

I love the fact people have stopped looking at celebrities and professional athletes as heroes. I think it is great to admire their talents, but am proud we are looking to our neighbours and recognizing their heroic efforts as we continue to navigate this emergency.

When I think of the word “hero,” the first thing that pops into mind are our veterans. And, I was saddened to

hear one of our veterans, Ed Caza, passed away recently.

I have had the fortunate experience, in working for this paper, of connecting with veterans over the years. I have been able to hear some of their stories and have learned just how important their role was in protecting our freedoms.

In the article I wrote about Ed this week, I mentioned the ECHRS event that was designed to remember the veterans in 2010. I remember attending that event, which was still pretty early on in my writing career, and thinking how lucky I was to sit and listen to the stories of several veterans.

It was listening to those stories, from the veterans themselves, that taught me just how important it is to continue to remember and pay respects to out veterans and fallen service men and women. Some of the things they fought so hard to protect are things we can sometimes take for

granted, such as freedom of the press and expression. And, for that, I am forever grateful for their courage and sacrifice.

Over the years, I enjoyed getting to run into Ed, and our other veterans, at the local cenotaph during Remembrance Day events. When I first started reporting, there was a handful of veterans at Remembrance Day events, but that group has dwindled year-by-year.

It is up to us to let our veterans know they are appreciated and to remember their sacrifices. It is also up to us to appreciate the efforts essential workers are putting in right now. Through recognizing the actions of others, we spur inspiration and courage.

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Commentary - OFA

Trucking and transportation system vital to food value chain

By Mark Reusser, Vice President, Ontario Federation of Agriculture

Our distribution network is one of the keys to keeping our agri-food system functioning in normal and extraordinary times, and we rely heavily on the trucking and transportation industry to make that happen. The trucking and transportation system is entrenched in the strength, safety and viability of our entire food value chain.

The federal government has acknowledged the important role trucking and transportation plays in maintaining our food system by deeming commercial truck drivers as essential workers through the COVID-19 pandemic. As farmers, and the foundation of our farm-tofork value chain, we rely on truck drivers for a wide-range of goods and services, from farm inputs, equipment and commodities vital to crop production through to the delivery of livestock and poultry and ultimately the distribution of essential food products.

The trucking industry plays an integral role in our entire food supply chain and we need to keep the food production system operating during this pandemic. It is estimated that more than 90% of all consumer products and foodstuffs are shipped by truck and there are approximately 200,000 trucks travelling Ontario roadways on any given day.

That’s why the Ontario Federation of Agriculture (OFA) has been advocating with the federal government to keep our trucking and transportation employees safe and healthy, and the system moving to ensure Canadians have continued access to fresh, healthy, and safe food products during these difficult times. We’ve also been sharing that message with our counterparts at the provincial level.

OFA has been engaged in conversations at the federal and provincial levels of government on several issues that

have been identified within the trucking industry, including lack of rest areas, bathroom facilities, food services, and insurance coverage related to travel in the U.S. OFA has received confirmation that OHIP and insurance will continue to cover travel in the U.S. for the transportation sector – a critical member of our supply chain. Premier Doug Ford and the Ontario government have already committed to keeping the province’s ONroute Service Centres open to offer truck drivers access to necessary facilities, rest stops, food, and fuel.

Together, OFA, Food and Beverage Ontario, and the Ontario Agri-Business Association recently sent a letter to Minister Hardeman requesting an exemption from Ontario’s reduced load period weight restrictions on all Ontario highways and roads in response to COVID-19. We’re asking for this temporary exemption to streamline the movement of the agri-food value chain, including food products, critical farm inputs, and essential goods necessary for processing and producing food. Quebec has already implemented a similar temporary exemption.

Not only do Ontarians rely on keeping our trucks on the road, but farmers and businesses, too. Approximately two-thirds of Canada-U.S. trade by value is transported by trucks, including three-quarters of Ontario’s export trade to the U.S. Thank you to everyone working long hours to maintain all of our businesses along the food value chain, and ensuring all Ontarians have access to safe and reliable food through these times of unprecedented demand and uncertainty. And remember – if you got it, a truck brought it.

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Sun Parlour Rodeo makes $10K donation to ESHF in fight against COVID-19 submitted to EFP The Sun Parlour Rodeo have partnered with the Erie Shores Health Foundation and donated $10,000 in support of the foundation’s COVID-19 Response Fund

for Erie Shores HealthCare.

This annual Sun Parlour Rodeo, is an anticipated family friendly event, organized by the Pavao family, in partnership with BJ Prince and the Rawhide Rodeo

Essex Council notes...

Payments Program (PAP) for taxes.

He suggested that once they rejoin for the month of July, their outstanding balance can be equalized over the remaining PAP payments for the year to create flexibility.

• Credit card payments: Director of Corporate Services/Treasurer, Jeff Morrison, reported the town cannot add a surcharge to credit cards over phone.

• Capital Projects and impacts: Chris Nepszy, CAO, said the province brought down reduction in essential service on Friday but should not impact on the Town’s capital construction.

RFT results for soil steel structure replacements and bridge deck rehabilitation Council received Capital Works and Infrastructure’s report “Results of Request for Tender - Essex Soil Steel Structure Replacements and Bridge Deck Rehabilitation” and awarded the Request for Tender to Sterling Ridge Infrastructure Inc. in the amount of $502,582.47, including

HST. Projects include Concession Road 6 over Laporte Drain, McCormick Road over Lockhart, and Coulter Road over 9th Concession.

ECBIA asks for 2020 levy to be lowered or eliminated Essex Council received correspondence from Terri GrondinSweet, Chairperson of the Essex Centre BIA looking for consideration to be given to lowering or eliminating the 2020 tax levy until businesses can operate as usual.

Councillor Chris Vander Doelen said he had no opposition as this is a real time of hardship for businesses and this is their money. Councillor Steve Bjorkman used to be the Chairperson of the Essex Centre BIA. He said the Board needs to decide how much money they need based on what has been spent already, what events they want to hold, and employee expenses, for example.

They will come back to Council for a request.

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NoM: Roads discussions At the February 2 meeting, Councillor Sherry Bondy put forward a Notice of Motion to have Council discuss the road tendering of the cold roll recycled material and the pulverized tar and chip material in order to provide a comparison of the two applications. The issue was brought forward Monday.

Bondy said she wanted to raise the issue before tenders went out as road applications has been a contentious issue in the past. She said it doesn’t hurt to shop around and compare.

When the tender on a road is put out for cold rolled, historically, there has been only one company that submits an application.

Kevin Girard, Director of Infrastructure Services, said cold rolled allows for the road to be built up. The Town looks at each road independently. Not every road needs the same type of rehabilitation method, depending on the needs of each.

crew, and family friend, Nelson Carvalho. The Sun Parlour Rodeo traditionally takes place over the Civic Holiday weekend as a great way to bring the community together to support local healthcare. Over the past 19 years, the event has generously donated over $215,000 to ESHF in support of both Erie Shores HealthCare and Erie Shores Hospice.

“The Pavao family continues to be champions for exceptional healthcare within our community, and have raised over $400,000 in support of local charities since the Rodeo’s inception. ESHF is very proud and fortunate to work in partnership, and cannot thank them enough for their continued support,” notes Christine Colautti, Executive Director, Erie Shores Health Foundation.

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Exercise The Mind!

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County Council notes for Wednesday, April 1

by Sylene Argent Warden discusses COVID-19 The regular County of Essex Council meeting was hosted online last Wednesday evening. Essex County Warden, Gary McNamara, said this was the first, but likely not the last, regular meeting to be hosted using an online system. He said meeting remotely will continue on as long as necessary, in reaction to the Coronavirus emergency.

He thanked all of Essex County residents for staying home and for doing their part to flatten the curve.

“To those of you not following the advice of public health agencies, please, don’t be selfish, don’t risk lives, stay at home,” McNamara said.

“This week and next are pivotal in this community’s battle against COVID-19.

Each of us can make a difference. I can’t stress this enough, every one of us has a role to play. We are fighting a war. Every last one of us is a soldier,” he commented.

“This war against the unseen enemy of COVID-19 is just beginning. It will get worse before it gets better. It may be weeks or even months before the battle is won. But, we will win it. Makes no mistakes. We will win this fight. And, we will win it because of you. We will win it because of the individual actions taken by hundreds of thousands of Windsor-Essex residents and millions of our fellow Canadians.”

The efforts of each individual, McNamara said, will save lives. “I have been inspired, as I’m sure all of you have, by the tremendous outpouring of support this community has shown our heroes on the frontlines; from paramedics to nurses, to personal support workers to grocery store clerks, and the cooks preparing our takeout meals, and our truck drivers delivering foods and our essential goods. Residents are posting signs on their laws and in their window, and they are signing and banging

pots and pans on their porches in support of our frontline workers,” McNamara noted.

He thanked the residents from within the region for giving a shoutout to their frontline workers. “They deserve it, and those messages of support are boosting their spirits and giving them strength during these stressful times.”

McNamara said he was also proud to learn about the local businesses that have switched production to provide medical or PPE equipment, including Brian’s Custom Sports in Kingsville which is now making gowns for EMS, Cavalier Tool & Manufacturing is making moulds for the plastic parts for hand sanitizer dispensers, Vistaprint is manufacturing thousands of face shields, REKO International and an architect in Tecumseh are making masks using a 3D printer, Wolfhead Distillery in Amherstburg is making hand sanitizer that is being bottled at Peak Processing in Tecumseh, and Hiram Walker & Sons is also making hand sanitizer.

He said there will be more of these examples as the crisis evolves.

“The need for medical supplies, he said, “still remains urgent. We need to protect our frontline staff, so they can continue protecting us.”

Library card holders can keep busy with services Kingsville Mayor, Nelson Santos, is the Chairperson for the Essex County Library Board. He explained a few changes made to the library system and services available to card holders as part of the presentation to County Council in regards to the minutes from the February 26 meeting.

Santos noted library card holders have access Lynda.com, which is an online learning platform. The minutes of the meeting noted this website offers more than 4,000 video courses and tutorials, taught by industry experts, in a range of subjects, including business, software, technology,

creative skills, and more.

It is a 24hour, unlimited access, he noted.

In addition, Library card holders have access to the PressReader program, which gives access to newspapers and magazines locally and across the world.

In regards to the internal communications

at the Essex County Library system, Santos said a new program called “Cricket (Creative Resourceful Innovative Cultured Knowledgeable Engaged Thinkers)” Intranet is now being used. It replaced the former system.

He said the updated communication

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Your guide to Holy Week events

Holy Week marks the most solemn and revered period on the Christian calendar. Holy Week helps to mark the Paschal Mystery, which includes the Passion, death, resurrection, and ascension of Jesus Christ.

Many events unfolded in a short period of time during the final days of Christ’s physical existence on earth. These events are marked during Holy Week. To understand them further, here’s a day-by-day guide.

Palm Sunday - Palm Sunday is the final Sunday of Lent, a 40-day period of solemn prayer and repentance.

Palm Sunday recalls Christ’s arrival in Jerusalem when he was received with lavish praise and excitement.

Catholic Online, the online guide to the Catholic faith, says Jesus arrived humbly on a donkey to show he came in peace as a man of the people. As signs of respect, townspeople placed clothes, branches and palm fronds in front of Jesus.

Holy Monday - Matthew 21 and Mark 11 indicate that Christ returned to Jerusalem this day and cleansed the Temple area from shameful practices. Luke 19 indicates that Pharisees warn Jesus that he should silence the crowd’s praises toward him.

Holy Tuesday - As described in John 12:20-36

and John 13:21-38, some people observed Christ’s predictions of his own death on this day. He was also confronted by Temple leadership for the cleansing of the Temple the day before, and they questioned his authority.

Holy (Spy) Wednesday - This day marks Judas’ betrayal of Jesus when he met with high priests. Judas was paid 30 pieces of silver for his information.

Holy Thursday - On this evening Christ dined for Passover with his disciples at The Last Supper, creating a template for Holy Mass and Holy Eucharist celebrations.

During the meal, Jesus predicted the events that would immediately follow, including his betrayal, the denial of Peter, and his death and resurrection.

Good Friday - Pontius Pilate bowed to the pressure of the Temple leadership and the crowds, condemning Jesus to death by crucifixion. Christ was forced to parade through crowds wearing a crown of thorns to symbolize his status as King of the Jews, and carried a massive wooden cross on his back. He was nailed to the cross by the ankles and wrists and hanged for three hours. He died at 3 pm. His body was hastily removed and put in a tomb.

Holy Saturday - Christ’s disciples were heartbroken at his death and observed the Jewish Sabbath in sorrow, forgetting about the promise of resurrection.

Easter Sunday - The public discovered that Jesus’ tomb was empty and that he fulfilled his promise to rise from the dead. This is a great feast day with worship and celebration. Easter Sunday is the foremost day of religious observance within the Christian faith.

To learn more about Holy Week and the miracle of Easter, visit www.catholic.org.

Source: metrocreativeconnection.com

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Local churches cancelling Easter services -some have creative, online solutions-

by Sylene Argent With Easter to take place on Sunday, April 12, and with restrictions on group gatherings, some local churches have found creative ways to celebrate one of the most important celebrations of the year.

• Reverend Chris Brouillard-Coyle of St. Paul’s and Trinity Anglican Churches, said she recently learned her churches will continue to be closed.

“This is an important time for our communities, with rich stories that nurture and feed our faith. Not being able to gather makes it hard to walk through this time.

So we need to be creative in how we reach out and connect with each other and the community,” she said.

St. Paul’s and Trinity Anglican Churches’ website, stpaulstrinity.org, now includes links from its homepage to music and worship videos. These are also provided through its Facebook page, “St. Paul’s Anglican Church Essex and Trinity Anglican Church Cottam.”

Brouillard-Coyle said the churches are also distributing materials via email and regular mail for those on its parish list. Anyone who would like to be included is encouraged to contact: 519-776-7711.

• Pastor Brent Horner said Essex Gospel Community Church will being having a Good Friday Service and an Easter Sunday Service online.

“Currently we are running a Facebook live video for our Church family and those who follow us online. We have weekly online material going out to our parents and their kids, we have a Wednesday night Bible study online, a Friday Bible thought or devotional online, and our Sunday morning service online,” Horner said.

“We also have our Church online family connected to a Christian Media business and our people can watch movies, Bible studies, etc. online as well.”

• Wendy Pulleyblank-Cunningham of Holy Name of Jesus Catholic Church said all of its Holy Week Masses are cancelled and the Church is closed until April 30, as per the Diocese of London.

“We are in the process of calling every one of our parishioners - all 1,300 plus - to make sure they are okay and if they need any help,” she said.

Pulleyblank-Cunningham added that Father Dave Boutette blessed the Palms for Palm Sunday and they were placed outside for parishioners to pick up, along with books on how to celebrate Easter at home.

Its website, www.holynameofjesusparish.dol, she added, is filled with all kinds of links and resources.

In addition, Holy Name’s St. Vincent de Paul Society has set up a large bin outside for people to drop off non perishable food and toiletries.

• Gary Lidstone, Pastor at Essex Baptist Church, said he is presently posting a video message on his Church’s website: www.essexbaptist.com/, each week.

“The messages will be available at people’s convenience and will remain online for a few weeks,” he noted, adding, “We are offering prayer for our community members who are finding this time very Continued on Page 9

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Finding faith during Easter celebrations For many Christians, modern Easter celebrations would not be complete without bonnets, bunnies and colored eggs. As fun as those components can be, Christianity is at the heart of Easter, which is the most important date on the Christian religious calendar.

Easter Sunday marks the culmination of events that shaped the beliefs and teachings of an entire faith.

Easter marks the Resurrection of Jesus Christ,

Local churches cancelling Easter services... Continued from Page 8 difficult and fear-filled. All they have to do is write to [the Church] address and we will get the church mobilized to pray for their needs. If they want to leave their phone number, I will call them back and offer to pray for them over the phone. We want to be the love of Christ to our community.”

• Services at Essex United Church have also been cancelled for Holy Week.

• According to its website, https://www. antiochcanada.ca/, Antioch Christine Ministries has cancelled services and classes at Antioch until further notice. Sunday Service has moved online, which can be watched on Sundays at 10am on Facebook Live.

• According to its website, http://gracebaptistessex. org/, Grace Baptist Church has also cancelled all church services. If anyone would like to be involved in its online efforts during this shutdown, email info@gbce.org. An online service can be viewed at www.gracebaptistessex. org/youtube.

which Christians believe occurred within days of his crucifixion and burial. The New Testament indicates that the Resurrection of Jesus is one of the chief tenets of the Christian faith and established Jesus as the Son of God. Easter is an example that God will righteously judge the world by sacrificing His son for the sins of others. And any person who chooses to follow Jesus receives everlasting life thanks to Christ’s Resurrection.

Easter is linked to the Jewish celebration of Passover due to its proximity on the calendar and the fact that Jesus was Jewish. The Bible states that Jesus participated in the Passover meal during The Last Supper. At The Last Supper, Jesus identified the matzo (bread) and wine as his body and blood, soon to be sacrificed and shed.

Christians believe The Last Supper marked the first transubstantiation, or the turning of bread and wine into the actual substance of Christ’s body and blood. This also was the first celebration of the Eucharist and Holy Mass that would become another core component of the Christian faith.

Easter is a time of great celebration that is preceded

by Lent, a weeklong period of reflection, prayer and repentance. The days immediately prior to Easter are commonly referred to as Holy Week. This encompasses Palm Sunday and lasts through Holy Thursday (the day of The Last Supper), Good Friday (when Jesus was crucified and placed in the tomb), and Holy Saturday (the 40-hour-long vigil that the followers of Jesus Christ held after his death and burial).

On Easter Sunday, four women, including Mary Magdalene, went to Christ’s tomb to anoint his body with spices and oils. They found the tomb was empty and were met with an angel who told them that Jesus

had been raised from the dead. A biblical account in John 20:14-16 indicates that Mary Magdalene was the first to speak with the risen Jesus. She mistakes Jesus for a gardener and says to him, “Sir, if you have carried him away, tell me where you have laid him, and I will take him away.” Jesus said to her, “Mary!” She turned and said to him, “Rabboni!” In regard to his apostles, Simon Peter was the first to see the risen Christ.

Easter is a time of joy and celebration, and a great opportunity for Christians to immerse themselves in their faith.

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Exterior renovations that can improve home value

Turn your new house into a home

Renovating a home to improve its value can be a smart investment.

Interior improvements, such as updating kitchens and baths, offer good return on investment, but there are plenty of exterior renovations that can add value to a home and give it that coveted “wow” factor.

Landscaping Abundant and well-planned landscaping can instantly boost curb appeal. According to the landscaping company Lawn Starter, 71 percent of prospective home buyers say a home’s curb appeal is an important factor in

Historically low mortgage interest rates are helping to drive a new wave of home sales. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau indicates roughly 14 percent of the population, or around 40 million people, move every year for various reasons.

Statistics Canada’s Canadian Housing Survey found about half of Canadian households have either moved within the past five years or intend to do so within the next five.

While people may be inclined to move far from their current residences, the moving resource Move. org notes that some U.S. states are seeing an influx in people leaving while others are absorbing new residents. Illinois, Alaska, New Jersey, New York, and West Virginia are the top five states Americans are leaving, while Idaho, Nevada, Arizona, Oregon, and Montana are gaining residents.

People relocate for various reasons. After moving into a new house, it can take some effort to turn that house into a true home and feel comfortable in your new environs.

These steps can help that process along.

• Create at least one complete and serene space. Focus on setting up the bedroom so you can retreat at the end of the day.

Invest in new furniture or get new bedding to give the room this comforting feeling.

• Create an organizational plan. It can be tempting to want to throw everything in closets and unpack quickly, but

their buying decisions. As buyers use the internet to look for their dream homes, there’s no denying a beautifully landscaped, nicely photographed property can entice buyers to click and read more about a house.

Address insects and minor repairs Improving home value may come down to fixing areas of the home that can negatively affect its appeal to buyers. Hire an inspector to look at key components of the house and recommend what needs to be fixed. This Continued on Page 11

give yourself time to fully analyze where you want to store items, where you may need to paint or reconfigure spaces, as well as any home improvements you want to make before taking out all of your stuff. When you fully unpack, you can immediately enjoy your hard work.

• Hang artwork. Hang a few select pieces of artwork or family photos shortly after moving in.

Surround yourself with things that make you feel good.

• Bring mementos.

Your first home may bring about warm feelings.

While you can’t recreate

it entirely, you can use a piece of furniture or a few family heirlooms to make your new space feel homey.

• Rely on familiar scents. Break in the new space with familiar aromas, whether it’s preferential air fresheners, scented candles or baking your favorite chocolate chip cookie recipe.

Moving into a new home can be exciting.

Certain touches can help make the new space feel more like home.

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Tips for waterproofing a basement or crawl space through basement windows and gaps between footings and concrete slabs, or push up through foundation floors when homes are in areas with high water tables.

Remedying water issues in a home generally breaks down into two methodologies: exterior waterproofing and interior waterproofing. Depending on the cause and severity of the water issue, one or the other, or even both, may be recommended.

Exterior waterproofing Exterior waterproofing aims to keep water away from and out of the home. The home improvement information resource DoItYourself.com says that exterior waterproofing generally includes the application of a waterproofing agent to the concrete foundation.

In addition, exterior waterproofing also could include excavation so a drainage system can be installed around the entire footing of the home. Regrading a property and properly relocating gutters and downspouts can help with many water issues.

Interior waterproofing When water in a basement or crawl space needs to be remediated Continued from Page 10 indoors, a system to collect, drain and remove water uplighting in trees and shrubs for drama, may be necessary. This a light-lined path to the door to improve can include sump pumps, visibility, and motion-detection lights to drains, gravity discharge systems, and more. improve the security of the property.

Moisture barriers, which Repaint (or reside) can include special paints the exterior or products applied to the A fresh coat of paint or new (or cleaned) siding can instantly give homes a facelift. Neutral, warm and inviting colors tend to have the widest appeal.

Adding manufactured stone veneer to the home can offer a 94.9 percent ROI, says Remodeling. And after doing the front door and siding, investing in a garage door replacement offers the highest ROI of all exterior projects listed on the “Cost vs. Value Report 2019.”

This improvement returns 97.5 percent when selling.

Knowing which improvements add value to a home can help homeowners tailor their efforts to those that are most financially beneficial.

Water can be a homeowner’s worst nightmare. Few things have the potential to damage a home as much as water. From leaks to flooding to moisture problems like mold, water can wreak havoc on a home.

Basements or crawl spaces are areas of a home where water can do the most damage. Basements and crawl spaces tend to be the lowest-lying spots in a home, and therefore prime spots for water to enter. Water problems in these areas can contribute to the demise of the structural integrity of the foundation.

According to Olshan, a foundation solutions company, water can enter homes in numerous ways.

Many building materials, including concrete, that seem solid at first glance actually are quite porous. As ground water collects around these materials, the weight of the accumulated water, called hydrostatic pressure, can weaken the materials, causing cracks where water can seep through. Water also can enter subterranean spaces

Exterior renovations that can improve home value... way it is discovered before home buyers come in and do their own inspections.

Termite infestations, deteriorating roofs and hidden water leaks are some things that might need fixing.

Improve the entryway The front door is the focal point of a home’s exterior. Invest in a new door or paint it a striking color to add appeal.

Remodeling magazine’s “Cost vs. Value Report 2019” indicates changing an entry door to a steel replacement can offer 74.9 percent ROI. Such a door provides visual appeal and added security - things buyers look for. In addition to the front door, make sure that the entryway has a level walkway, steps that are in good repair, accents that are free from rust or tarnish, and decorative plants.

Outdoor lighting Outdoor lighting can add to the ambiance of a property and serve as a security feature. Utilize different lights, such as a bright light by the entry,

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foundation walls and floor, also can help keep water from entering the space.

Moisture solutions Keeping water out is only one part of the equation.

Homeowners also need to manage moisture, like excessive humidity. A marriage of HVAC and waterproofing techniques may be necessary to improve air flow and remove humidity in the air.

While many homeowners have attempted to address water issues on their own, many times it is a job best left to the professionals. Because water penetration can have multifaceted causes, a professional can best assess the situation and create solutions that fit with homeowners’ budgets and needs. The review and advice site Angie’s List suggests finding at least three waterproofing companies that offer both interior and exterior waterproofing services that can provide the best ideas for fixing the issue.

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Deputy Mayor Richard Meloche said he recently drove many roads. The 8th Concession, he said, had some rough spots, the part of Gore Road that was done with cold rolled was immaculate, and the 5th Concession was also wonderful. He said he thought it was pretty smooth. It is unfortunate there is not a local firm that can offer cold rolled, he said.

Councillor Chris Vander Doelen is opposed to delaying any road work.

Councillor Steve Bjorkman added Council did get a lesson on costing.

He said tar and chip and cold rolled are similar in

cost and both should last between four to seven years. Bjorkman said he drives Essex roads, and looking at their condition, does not see a difference obtained between the two types. Staff members go out and makes recommendations on how to fix the roads.

Councillor Kim Verbeek said she can’t get behind just putting out roads to tender in a fashion that could alienate local contractors to bid on them for the work. She would like tenders put forth in a way that would not block local contractors from bidding on them.

Council moved

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GAGNON, Judy Ann - Sadly, we announce the passing of our beloved Judy on April 5, 2020 at 75 years of age. Dear wife of Richard Gagnon, with whom she celebrated 56 years of marriage.

Treasured mother Terry-Lynn Therrien (Terry), Rick Gagnon (Jen), and Ron Gagnon (Nada). Cherished Gram of Sara (Kyle), Shane, Stephen (Kelsey), Owen, Emma, Noah, and Eva. Loving Granny of Ryker and River. Sister of Pat King (Ken), Jim Paquette (Pauline), Marybeth Suzor (late Larry) and the late Jack Paquette (Sue). Also survived by many nieces and nephews. After being a hairdresser for over 25 years, she established Judy’s Country Kitchen at Paquette Corners. In her retirement years, she delivered flowers throughout Essex County.

Gram’s jam and her famous freezer corn will be a treasured memory in all the grandchildren’s hearts. Special thanks to the staff at Metropolitan Hospital – ICU for all your care and support shown to our family. Judy will be remembered privately at the Kennedy Funeral Home Ltd. (519-776-7378) 128 Talbot St. N, Essex. Cremation to follow. A life celebration will take place later. Donations may be made to the Essex Area Foodbank or the Lung Association. You may send your condolences online at www.kennedyfh.com _________________________________________________________

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ROBERTS, Donald “Don”- passed peacefully on Wednesday, April 1, 2020 at 85 years of age. Beloved husband of the late Patricia (nee Stewart) (1999). Proud Dad of Robin Roberts (Dave Weaver) and Tammy Percy (Jason). Dearest Grandpa of Olivia, Alexandra, and Clare Weaver and Niall and Sloane Percy. Don is survived by his one brother, Jack Roberts (Lynn), his brothersin-law, Dennis Stewart (Ruth), Jim Stewart (Mariane), and predeceased by his siblings, Margaret Burden, Helen Ruston, and Jean Pritchard. Don retired from St. Clair College after many years of service as an electronic technologist. The family would like to thank the staff at Country Village for their care. Due to global conditions, a private family graveside service will take place. Don had a love for animals, therefore if desired memorial donations may be made to the Humane Society of Windsor Essex. Arrangements entrusted to Reid Funeral Home and Reception Centre, 87 Maidstone Ave. E., Essex (519-776-4233). Family and friends are invited to share their memories or make a memorial donation online at www.reidfuneralhome.ca.

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that it acknowledged that a discussion was had regarding road rehabilitation methods.

NOM: animal and special needs signs At the February 18 regular Council meeting, Deputy Mayor Richard Meloche put forward a Notice of Motion that administration prepare a report on the Town’s policy on special needs street signs and warning signs for deer or turtle crossings.

He would also like a form for people to fill out. The discussion on the issue took place on Monday.

Around two-years ago, he said, he was approached by a family with an autistic child. They wanted a special needs sign to go up in their area. Meloche learned the Town was no longer installing these types of signs because they were hard to manage and there is no definite amount of time the sign would stay up.

He wondered if the Town could create a tracking program where a sign could be installed and followed up on in a certain amount of time, so that the sign is up only as needed.

The signs, he said, could have an expiration date.

Councillor Sherry Bondy said she thought this was a good initiative.

She said there could be a program that could track signs like this. Perhaps summer students could track the signs. Her worry is that Council is waiting on many reports, but thinks this is a good one.

“Children Playing” signs in subdivisions, she said, can create a false sense of security and wondered if there would be any liability issues with such signs.

Councillor Chris Vander Doelen said he doubted animal crossing sign locations would need to be reviewed.

Council moved Meloche’s motion.

NoM: Installation of surveillance cameras at Co-An Park At the February 18 meeting, Councillor Kim Verbeek put forward a Notice of Motion that Council discuss and have

administration look into the possibility of having surveillance cameras installed at Co-An Park.

She wanted Council to use part of the Council Contingency Fund to cover the cost and have administration reach out to Amherstburg for their commitment.

The request came to Council after the park was vandalized, she said.

The cost to put up 14 surveillance cameras around the pavilion at the park is estimated to be between $18,000 and $23,000. Essex’s portion would be around $11,500, as it would be hoped Amherstburg would pitch in as it is also a co-owner.

Mayor Larry Snively did not believe the cameras would catch people who may vandalize the area in the future, but he said he was not against the idea.

Deputy Mayor Richard Meloche added that if the cameras go up, there will be signage, which should help curtail vandals as well.

In a recorded vote, the motion passed unanimously.

NoM: $100,000 donation to ERCA for Heritage Centre At the March 2 Council meeting, Councillor Steve Bjorkman made a Notice of Motion that he would like Council of the Town of Essex to discuss ways to appropriate funds through, but not limited to, the sale of existing properties, including part of the Colchester School House property and other developable properties in Colchester, to donate $100,000 to the John R. Park Homestead Education Centre. In return, he would like a designated Tourist Information Centre named for the Town of Essex.

ERCA is trying to raise $1.2 million to build the Heritage Centre, and its fundraising is well underway. Reps approach Council in December about making a $100,000 donation.

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Maidstone Cross submitted by Wendy Cunningham

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Fresh food. Friendly neighbours 191 Talbot St. S., Essex

519-776-4255 Salvation Army Essex Church submitted by Carolyn Barnett

All Salvation Army public services across Canada have been cancelled until April 30th. This means there will be no Sunday Family Worship Services, no SA Connections and Bible Study, and no Messy Church.

The Community Volunteer Income Tax Program on Thursdays has also been cancelled.

Our Food Bank will operate by appointment only. Please call Vicki at: 519-776-4628 to make arrangements.

Please keep in your prayers, all who are affected, in any way by COVID-19.

Woodslee United Church submitted by Sue Holman

There will be no Sunday Services until further notice.

Stay safe and remember God Loves You.

Bethel-Maidstone United At this time, all church services and activities will be suspended until further notice.

You can find us on the web at www. bethelmaidstone.com. Our email address is bmuc@xplornet.ca and the office number is (519) 723-2284. Our address is 933 Talbot Road, Maidstone (just off Manning Road at Cosy Corners).

Holy Name of Jesus Church Happy Easter! Fr. Dave and Deacon Gary will be doing the Stations of the Cross for Good Friday and Fr. Dave will have an Easter message for everyone.

You can see this on our website at www. hnj.dol.ca on Good Friday.

All Masses remain cancelled and the Church is closed until further notice. All youth programs (QUEST, EDGE, Life Teen and COR) are cancelled until further notice. All K of C and CWL meetings are cancelled. For up-to-date news, check out our website at www.hnj.dol.ca.

If you like a weekly bulletin you can pick one up from the mailbox outside the parish office.

The St. Vincent de Paul Society is collecting non-perishable goods and toiletries. The demand is high to help the needy in our community. Please drop off at the bin outside our parish office.

Please remember to drop off your Foodland grocery tapes, cancelled stamps, and leftover eyeglasses at the designated file drawers at the Info table.

Please stay healthy and stay safe.

Paquette News submitted by Amy Hartley

We have unfortunately made the decision to temporarily suspend public Worship Services until Wednesday, April 8 when a decision will be made about

the possibility of a change.

St. Stephen has meat pies still available. Contact Marion at: 519-2571945.

Redeemer’s Sweetie Pies -frozen fruit pies are available - Contact Amy: 519919-0094.

St. Paul’s Anglican Church At the instruction of the Bishop of Huron, all public services and gatherings at the church have been suspended until further notice, please call 519-776-7711 for more detail or follow our facebook page for prayer and worship resources/ videos. Stay safe and God Bless.

Please visit our website at www. stpaulstrinity.org or our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/stpaulsessex.

You can also reach us at 519-776-7711 or by email at office@stpaulstrinity.org.

We’re located at 92 St Paul Street in Essex (corner of St Paul and Brien, behind Essex Appliance.

Essex Christian Reformed Church submitted by Beverley Van Huizen

Churches are a place where people gather. During this time, we are following what the government is asking all of us to do and cancelled church services and activities for the next few weeks. This will include our monthly Free Movie Night Event and GEMS & Cadets nights.

We do encourage all to keep in contact with each other through telephone calls or texting.

If you would like to live-stream a worship service, see: www. chathamgrace.com The service will begin at 10:00am.

During these uncertain times, let us keep calm and focus our eyes, looking to our Risen King!

Visit Essex CRC online to listen to a past sermon or two. www.essexcrc.ca.

Happy Easter to everyone! Though the COVID-19 has separated us, our Risen Lord has drawn us together to protect and love us all.

You can pick up a bulletin from the mailbox outside, the office, or read it online, with messages from Fr. Vince on St. Mary’s website at: www. stmarysstjohn.dol.ca.

All Masses are cancelled and the Church is closed until further notice.

Thank you to everyone who supported our Lenten card parties.

The winners from the Mission Group’s St. Patrick’s Day raffle are first prize, Roni Pickney, second prize Laurie Flood and third prize Jean Dumouchelle.

Please donate to the Essex Area Food Bank, since the demand is high to help the needy in our community. If you need help, please call the Church.

Please keep in your prayers and all the people who are sick, shut in and in Hospice.

Harrow United Church submitted by Larry Anderson

We warmly welcome you to Harrow United Church! Please note that due to concerns over the current virus, there will not be any Sunday services until further notice. Please visit our website for updated messages.

Our Minister, Rev. Darrow Woods along with our HUC faith community, sincerely welcome you to join us!

Please find information about Harrow United Church on our website at www. harrowunited.org.

Essex United Church Because of concerns from the COVID-19 Virus, our Weekly Sunday Services, as well as all activities, have been cancelled at Essex United.

The Essex Area Food Bank is still open on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

Golden Year’s Golf Report As you know the Federal and Provincial governments have been busy trying to get the economy, Health Care, etc. in place to deal with the COVID 19 Pandemic.

Given that our members are considered ‘seniors’ and meeting as a group, there would be an increased threat of one or more of us contracting the disease.

Our next possible date for golf will be April 16. We will communicate any changes to that schedule with you.

Meanwhile, we can all do what we can to assist by practicing ‘social distancing’.

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Essex Council notes... on County Road 50, but the preferred location, the Old School House in Colchester Village, is years and hundreds of thousands of dollars away from fruition.

He does not want this to be a tax item, it something that can be funded by selling something the Town is not using. He said the Town would not have to forward the funds right away, but ERCA would like an assurance.

Though he liked that the money would not come from current year property tax dollars, Councillor Chris Vander Doelen still had a problem with giving $100,000 to ERCA for the project. The conservation authority is expanding its mandate into an area it does not need to do, he said.

“We don’t need ERCA to be an educational entity,” he said.

He estimated 95 percent of the visiting students to the John R. Park Homestead are not from Essex, and the towns they come from are not donating, that he knows of. So, Essex property taxpayers are being asked to pick up the share for the parents in the rest of the county who are not donating to help build this, which he found

unacceptable. He said he is always up to studying a project, but he was also worried about duplicating what is spent on tourism.

Councillor Kim Verbeek said she supported the idea and was excited for it.

Councillor Sherry Bondy also supported the motion.

She said the students’ schools and parents pay for their trips there. She said Council has $25,000 earmarked in the budget for Council wages, so she thought that money could go towards supporting youth education through this project.

Mayor Larry Snively said he has no problem forwarding funds to the project, but it has to come from the right source.

Jeff Morrison, Director of Corporate Services/ Treasurer, said there are still funds left in the Council Contingency Fund and there are funds that

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left over in the Community Partnership Fund, which could be considered for this project.

Lori Chadwick, Director of Development Services, said there could be grants ERCA can apply for through the CIP program, which could be between $20-$30,000.

In a recorded vote, only Councillor Vander Doelen was opposed. Motion carried.

Drive by planned to lift spirits of healthcare workers Councillor Kim Verbeek said on Tuesday, April 14, a drive by is planned to show support to local healthcare workers and seniors who live in long term and retirement homes. Those who are participating will meet at the Essex Centre Sports Complex at 11a.m.

They are to stay in their vehicles.

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CSC accepts donation and issues challenge submitted to EFP Last Thursday, local business man Michael Dunn, President & CEO of Dunn Group of Companies, presented the Community Support Centre (CSC) with a $10,000 donation. A long-time supporter of the CSC, Dunn understands the value in the services that CSC provides to the community at large.

When the CSC’s CEO, Tracey Bailey, called to personally thank him for his generosity, he set out a challenge: find another donor to give $20,000 and he will match it – bringing the total donation to $50,000!

Mr. Dunn says: “These are hard times and if you’re able to help, now is the time to do so.”

The Community Support Centre has a long history of helping and providing food security for the community.

The Community Food Pantry is run solely on volunteers and donations, so, at this time of uncertainty, the community needs the CSC more than ever.

“Michael has a history with the organization. He has always been there when we needed him most,” Bailey said. “There were times when the only flow of resources we had were from Michael Dunn. He understands the

organization, the work that we do, the help that is needed and he stepped forward, rang our bell, handed us a cheque and put this challenge forth. I tip my hat to him.

Those who need a hand up can smile today during the hardest of times.”

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Long term flood Watch for Essex Region His first car was a 1940 Mercury

1940 Mercury 4-door sedan in need of some TLC at a classic car restoration shop in Whitby, Ontario. Could this be the same car that Richard Stockwell bought over 60 years ago?

In 1939, the Ford Motor Company brought out a new car to fill the $500 price gap between the Ford Deluxe and the Lincoln Zephyr. The new car was the Mercury, named after the Roman god of swiftness, and it was an immediate success.

Around 1957, Richard Stockwell of Leamington, Ontario, was ready to buy his first car. He answered an ad and bought a navy blue 1940 Mercury 4-door sedan from a police officer in nearby Belle River for $450.

The car was in excellent condition and still had the flathead V8 engine with 239 cubic inches and 95 horsepower – 10 hp more than a Ford. The car had plenty of get-up-and-go because of the V8 engine and the aerodynamically styled body. And with Richard’s dad being a mechanic, the flathead engine received proper and regular maintenance.

There was no radio, but it did have a heater. For air conditioning, you pushed down on a lever inside the car to open the cowl vent in front of the 2-piece V-shaped windshield. It was the last year for running boards and the first year for sealed beam headlights and the gear shift lever on the steering column.

In 1959, Richard sold his car to a young fellow and bought a brand new robin egg blue 1959 Triumph TR3 sports car with tan top and red interior. Richard knew Bill Appleyard, who operated British Motorcycles & Cars on Walker Road in Windsor.

Together, they went to Toronto where Bill picked up an English-built Riley and Richard picked up his TR3 and drove it home.

Among Richard’s passengers, after getting back home, were the Turnan sisters, who taught at the local high school.

Richard drove them over to Chatham to pick up a black and brand new 1960 Triumph TR3 – probably the only one in the teachers’ parking lot at school.

Richard finally sold his TR3 to a young woman who worked in the office at Heinz, where Richard also worked. The cars are gone, but the memories live on.

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submitted to EFP Due to the elevated lake levels in Lake Erie, Lake St. Clair, and the other lakes in the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence River system, the Essex Region Conservation Authority (ERCA) has issued a longterm Flood Watch. Last year, the entire region was under a flood watch for more than six months.

“Unless superseded by a Flood Warning, this Flood Watch will remain in effect until further notice,” advised James Bryant, ERCA’s Water Resources Engineer. “Conditions will be continuously monitored and re-evaluated with weekly updates based on short and long-range weather forecasts. However, it should be noted water levels are not anticipated to peak until June-July 2020. Therefore, our office is advising residents to take proper caution, especially near shoreline areas where conditions can change quickly based on wind speed and direction.”

Currently, we are experiencing the region’s fifth year of rising /high lake levels. These high levels along with strong sustained winds caused several municipalities in the region to experience flooding during the last weekend of March. High lake levels are also causing downstream reaches of tributaries to remain elevated, causing runoff in ditches and streams to drain even slower than normal.

Current preliminary information for the month of March 2020 indicates that Lake St. Clair and Lake Erie are roughly 21 cm and 29 cm above their respective averages in 2019. These values surpass previous records for the month of March, set in 1986 by roughly 3 cm and 7 cm, respectively.

As a result of the elevated lake levels, relatively mild winds are able to rapidly raise water levels and generate

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waves capable of overtopping shoreline structures.

Additionally, nearshore erosion rates are increased due to high water levels, further increasing the risk of damaging infrastructure and increasing the risk of flooding. Tributaries remain high due to the elevated static lake level, increasing the risk of riverine flooding.

“We would also like to remind people to refrain from driving over flooded roadways,” adds Bryant. “Vehicles travelling over water-covered roads are exacerbating the problem for flooded landowners. Vehicle-generated wakes push additional floodwaters into people’s homes.” Additionally, in some cases, roadways and ditches are not delineated, and vehicles can become stuck or stalled putting additional pressure on emergency response personnel.

Officials will continue to monitor conditions and advise accordingly.

Municipal staff should continue to monitor water levels and critical infrastructure.

Information about preparing for flooding can be found online at https://essexregionconservation.ca/ watershed-health/flood-forecasting/.

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Essex United Church answers the call of the Essex Area Food Bank

Submitted to EFP In response to the Essex Areas Food Banks recent concerns over depleting stock, Morley Bowman,

chair of the Essex United Church Board, presents Essex Area Food Bank member, Lonnie Jones with a cheque for $500.00

to help the food bank through this difficult time. As the community of Essex works it’s way through the unknown issues of the COVID-19 pandemic, it is important to support our community partners. Essex United Church is proud to support the community services.

Libro Credit Union contributes to United Way emergency response programs $320,000 contribution will help most vulnerable in Southwestern Ontario during COVID-19 pandemic

Submitted to EFP Libro Credit Union has put in place important measures to protect the prosperity of Owners and staff during these challenging times and continues to take action for the public by contributing $320,000 to Covid-19 Emergency Response Initiatives of local United Ways across southwestern Ontario.

Organizations registered charities that provide local services, whether they have been previously funded by United Way or not, could benefit from these emergency response initiatives.

“There is an immediate need for community to come together and support each other,” said Liz Arkinstall, Corporate Social Responsibility Manager, Libro Credit Union. “We have been connecting with our partners to understand the most urgent needs and determine how Libro can best support the communities of southwestern Ontario during this crisis.

Libro’s community investment programs support financial resilience, housing, local food accessibility and employment, and while we typically support longer term projects, we knew it made sense to adapt and meet immediate need,” Arkinstall noted.

As a certified B Corporation and the largest financial cooperative in our area, Libro invests 100% of profits back into the people, businesses and communities we serve. One of the ways we do this is by supporting organizations that are making a positive local impact helping address some of the most challenging issues in southwestern Ontario.

For more information about this and to follow Libro’s Covid-19 updates, visit www.libro.ca/covid19.

To learn more about, Covid-19 Emergency Response Initiatives across southwestern Ontario, to donate, apply for funding or get help, contact the local United Way Windsor-Essex, visit, www.weareunited.com.

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County Council received the minutes.

Tender summary for mill and hot mix resurface and pave shoulder rehabilitation County Council voted in favour of awarding the tender for mill and hot mix resurface and pave shoulder to Coco Paving Incorporated, for a total tender amount of $2,259,975.00, plus HST. According to the report to County Council, the mill and hot mix resurface and pave shoulder locations include: 3.1KM on County Road 20, Front Road South to Lowes Side Road; 3.2KM on County Road 20, Williams Street to County Road 10; and 1.8KM on County Road 50, Ford Road to County Road 23.

Jane Mustac, Director of Infrastructure Services/County Engineer, said the tender results submitted were aligned with the engineer’s estimates. This program, she added, will complete the CWATS connection on the southern shore of County Road 50.

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The tenders were posted in early March. Two submission were received.

Amherstburg Mayor Aldo DiCarlo had concern with works to be done on County Road 20 in his municipality, hoping the road would not be closed and that it would still be accessible in the case of an emergency.

Mustac said the mill and pave rehabilitation could have lane restrictions, but the road would remain open.

Kingsville Deputy Mayor Gord Queen said he was particularly pleased with the County Road 50 program, because there are a lot of cyclists. Hopefully, after the virus pandemic is over, cyclists will use this infrastructure.

Essex County Warden Gary McNamara asked if there was any way the County could have conversations with the heavy construction industry in terms if there would be relief when it comes to pricing asphalt.

Mustac said the County staff has been engaged with the heavy construction industry and the estimates, when they made their bids, were based on last year’s prices. The actual price will be calculated on the day it is poured. The County will expect to pay the price of oil from that day. The expectation is that there will be savings on the project, she said.

Bridge over Big Creek tender summary County Council voted in favour of awarding the County Road 20 – Bridge over Big Creek project to Facca Incorporated, for a

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total tender amount of $623,000.00, plus HST. The approved 2020 Rehabilitation Program includes the rehabilitation of the County Road 20 Bridge over Big Creek, the Report to County Council noted. This project will include the replacement of the asphalt, deck repairs, waterproofing, repairs to the abutment walls and soffit, and guiderail upgrades.

Jane Mustac, Director of Infrastructure Services/County Engineer, said the proposed work will require a full road closure for three months. The proposed timing of the works is anticipated to commence on July 20, in compliance with environmental permits. The bridge, she added, is in a floodprone area.

The County of Essex provide the tender to 16 prequalified bidders, but only received three tenders. The lowest tender, from Facca, was below the engineer’s estimate and funds for the project have been allocated in the approved 2020 budget Amherstburg Deputy Mayor Leo Meloche had concern with the road closure. He said there are around 1200 homes directly in the flood plain. He said County Road 20 could be in danger of flooding. He wondered what happens if County Road 20 was needed to be used as an emergency exit. He would like there to be more dialogue with Public Works on the issue.

Mustac said special attention will be paid to that. The bridge work can be postponed if needed, she added.

Lakeshore Mayor Tom Bain said it was a concern that only three submissions were received for the project. Mustac said she typically receives six to eight submissions for these types of projects. She wasn’t sure why there were fewer for this project.

Warden Gary McNamara wondered if the lower number of submissions was because of COVID-19 and social distancing issues.