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Jordan Miner poses with Essex Town Council. Jordon’s brother Paul Miner Jr. was invited to join in the photo as he is an athlete in his own right. He was a Pan-Am Games Torch Bearer when it passed through Essex earlier this summer.

by Jennifer Cranston Jordon Miner was greeted with boisterous applause and hearty congratulations when he appeared before Council Monday night, three shiny new medals in tow. Miner left Essex on July 19 for Los Angeles, CA where he competed in bowling at the Special Olympics World Games. He returned Aug. 2 with a Bronze from the team competition, a Silver for his performance in the individual competition, and a Silver in the doubles competition. Miner explained in an earlier interview that he was exceptionally emotional over the Silver in the individual event, because he was competing on his

own. It was especially nice for him because a friend of his, another Canadian, earned the Gold. His trip to LA was not all about competition. He was able to attend an Angels MLB game and was especially excited to meet some celebrities. Justin Bieber walked out with the Canadian team for the Opening Ceremonies. “I was shocked that Justin Bieber was there cheering us on,” Miner said. Miner walked close to Bieber near the front of the group and was lucky enough to shake the pop star’s hand. “I really like his music,” Miner said, who is an avid music lover.

He was also excited to meet Edward Barbanell who played Billy in the movie “The Ringer.”

Miner got the actor to autograph his hat. “That guy really inspires me to keep going,” Miner commented. Miner explained that the emotion of the opening ceremonies was overwhelming. “You step out on the red carpet, and a whole bunch of volunteers and reporters are taking pictures. With people from all over the world cheering us all on,” he described. “You just can’t believe you’re there.” He made friends while he was there and in some cases it was a little hard to say goodbye. When Mayor Ron McDermott asked Miner to describe the people at the games, Miner said it was “100 percent peace.” He explained that no matter someone’s country, religion, faith, or language, everyone got along and supported each other. “Thank you for supporting my journey,” he said to Council. “The experience was amazing.”

Jordan Miner was welcomed home with a banner on his porch showing his family’s support.

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Council reviews code of conduct policies vantage, advance, personal benefit, or service. There is a section that notes some gifts and benefits are deemed exceptions, with a limit of $300 per year. This could include campaign donations, Hunter said. The draft code also noted that confidential information shall not be disclosed or used for personal or private gain. Under the “Use of Town Property, Services, Resources” section, it noted those running for positions on Council shall not use Town facilities, equipment, supplies, services, or other resources for their campaign, undertake campaign initiatives on Town property, or use person receiving compensation from the Town during working hours. The draft code also addresses behavior at Council meetings. This portion includes that Council members shall

conduct themselves with decorum in accordance with the Town’s procedural bylaw, create an atmosphere conducive to solving issues, listen to and be respectful of various points of view. They should also be respectful of others, Hunter noted, adding Council is also expected to respect staff. Hunter explained that an integrity commissioner could be appointed by Council and would report to Council. The individual of this position would investigate complaints and determine if there have been violations. This person would also provide an annual report. The draft code also highlights the complaint procedure and recommendations for corrective action. Hunter noted Essex does not have an integrity officer, but Amherstburg has put forward a request for proposal with hopes to share this position with the County and area municipalities. Hunter noted that this policy was out on the table for Council to begin reviewing at the July 13 Essex Council meeting. Councillor Voakes noted that this was in the works before the conflicts that arose out of that particular meeting. “This is not damage control. Administration had intended on [bringing this forward] beforehand,” he said. Essex CAO Russ Phillips also conducted a presentation called “Clarity

on Roles and Responsibility.” He used the opportunity to remind Council of the duties and responsibilities assigned under the Municipal Act of Ontario and in Council’s Procedural Bylaw. He discussed the differences between the roles of Councillors, Deputy Mayor, and Mayor. He said a Councillor can only speak once to an issue, Council reps should not disturb the Council by disorderly conduct or comments, they shall not use profane or offensive words, and they must be recognized by the Mayor or Chairperson before speaking. Members of Council are also requested to notify the Clerk when planning to be absent from a meeting of Council. Members of the public, he added, shall also refrain from outbursts, shouting, etc. The mayor or chairperson can request any individual conducting such behavior to vacate the Council Chamber. Hunter explained that in 2007 a policy covering staff and council conduct was implemented, it was determined recently this policy should be split into two to deal with each position (staff and Council reps) separately. Administration is in the process of drafting the staff code of conduct. It is hoped this will be ready for review in couple of months. Council adopted the policy and received the presentations.

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by Sylene Argent At a special council meeting held inside the Council Chambers at the Essex County Civic Centre on Monday evening, administration brought the draft Code of Conduct for Council Members to the table for Council to consider. The draft Code of Conduct for Councilors was attached to the July 13 Essex Council meeting. Essex had received it at that time to look over before adoption. The draft Code of Conduct for Council covers a wide scope of aspects, including integrity, accountability, responsibility, leadership, respect, and openness. Essex Director of Corporate Services Donna Hunter provided the background information. The draft code noted that Council members shall not accept a fee, gift, ad-

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Essex, all vying for the coveted “Municipal Cup” and bragging rights for the municipality with the lowest overall team score. Congratulations again to the winning team from the Town of LaSalle that included Mayor Ken Antaya, Deputy Mayor Marc Bondy, Town of LaSalle Chief Administrative Officer Kevin Miller, and Joe Milicia. The foursome of Aldo DiNardo, Jamie Martinello, Keith Manchurek, and Dave Hill had the best overall low gross team score shooting a 57. The winners of the Men’s and Ladies’ Longest Drive Contest were Jamie Martinello and Mary Lou Henderson. The Closet to the Pin Contest winners were Sue Enns for the Ladies’ and Dan DiGiovanni for the Men. It is with the help and generosity of many area businesses and organizations, along with staff and volunteers, that this successful event raised $15,000 for Community Living Essex County in support of local people with an intellectual disability and their families.

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Essex Council Notes for August 10 by Essex Free Press Staff Council decorum Before the regular business of Council began, Councillor Sherry Bondy began discussions on the conclusion of the July 13 meeting where the meeting was not officially concluded with the usual adjournment due an argument that ensued. Councillor Randy Voakes explained that since the previous meeting had lacked decorum there was no forum to conclude the meeting. CAO Russ Phillips noted the mayor can conclude the meeting by saying it is over. He said to his understanding, the previous meeting had been concluded by the mayor. Bondy took a moment to apologize to residents. She said she had sat as a Councillor for five years, that’s five years of missing family dinners, and five years of answering phone calls and emails at all hours. “I’m not complaining. I absolutely love my job. But, at the end of the day, the infighting in this Council has got to stop. And I believe [there’s] a lot of infighting because of a lack of leadership. I’m here to get a job done. I believe I’m capable and I believe I am competent and I want to work for you. I ask the same for our

Chair.” She added it is important for the public to know Council sent a letter to Ms. McDermott, who she said was disrupting the previous meeting, stating her behavior will no longer be tolerated in the Council Chambers. Bondy would like to take this a step further and ask Council require her to apologize before she is allowed to stay when she comes to Council again. She said she knows many residents have lost faith in this Council, and leadership, and Bondy doesn’t blame them. “Something has got to change. We have got to move forward to work better to run our community. I’m tired of running around in circles.” She was thankful to have the moment to apologize. She added at the last meeting she tried to call a point of order and call adjournment, but was not listened to. It was a really bad ending to a meeting, she said. Mayor Ron McDermott said he had told himself he would not lower himself to speak on this issue, but seeing as how Bondy brought up the situation, “trying to run that McDermott name in the mud again,” he would. He noted Council had a special meeting, following

the July 13 Council meeting that ended in a shouting match, to talk about this topic and it was put to bed. He apologized in the paper for his actions. “No doubt about it, worst thing I saw myself do in 77 years,” McDermott said. He said he did not hear Bondy through all the confusion and yelling at the last meeting. Had he heard her, he would have recognized her. He said that every time the mayor speaks there is one member on Council who always stops him. “The mayor never gets a chance to speak to the topic that he is about to speak to, even when he is asked a question by the same Council member,” he said. Councilor Voakes said ultimately when Council left that special meeting, the council reps had an agreement to respect one another. Later in the meeting, Council called a recess to discuss an issue on the agenda, regarding the FIT request. McDermott said only half of Council showed up to discuss this issue. Bondy said she didn’t show up because she felt uncomfortable leaving a public meeting to discuss something in another meeting.

Speed Limits on 9th and 4th Earl McCormick, who resides on the 9th Concession, approached Council with a petition to request the lowering of the speed limit on this road (from County Road 23 to Ferris Road) from 80 to 60 km/h. On this petition, 53 signatures of residents who live on the 9th supported asking Council to lower the speed limit. He noted there was one who was in opposition of this. McCormick said he began the petition as the area is like “a little city” as they are all narrow lots. He claimed there are dump trucks that are travelling down the area, which is compromising the integrity of the road. The major concern is people speeding, he noted. He would like to be able to see people be able to ride their horses along the road like they used to, and see kids ride their bicycles. Stacey Mills, also a resident of the 9th Concession, said she has never noticed large trucks on the road and has not noticed speeders. She is a mother of four and does not want the speed changed. She has lived on the road for 15 years.

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Making Improvements to the Home Summer is a good time for home improvements. Many people take the opportunity of long summer days to undertake home projects that would be harder to do in the cold, short days of winter. Sometimes projects can be a simple re-freshening, like painting a room or two. Sometimes it’s even simpler, like new furniture or even re-arranging furniture you already have. Ambitious folks may take on bigger projects, like remodeling a kitchen or bathroom, or putting on an addition or new roof, siding, windows and doors. Summer really is a great time to make your house more beautiful, comfortable or functional. But a house is just sticks and bricks. A home is the people and relationships that dwell inside. Might I suggest a simpler, but far more important home improvement approach?

The older we get the more we realize that the people in our lives are the most important part of life, and that there is always room to make those relationships and the atmosphere from which they dwell better. Maybe it’s just something simple like making a point to pay more compliments to your loved ones. (Perhaps while they work away at the previous list of house improvements.) Simple things like taking time to listen more, finding one-on-one time, and laughing more can go a very long way in improving your home. Remember, the atmosphere in a home is more than paint and decor. It’s the words spoken or left unsaid, and the affection given or withheld that really create the atmosphere in a home. Some homes are looking at major improvements like new additions, or

Let’s Talk About... by Evelyn Couch - Lace or Carrot It’s everywhere in the county and Windsor. Is it Queen Anne’s Lace or Wild Carrot? When I lived in the country it was hated as Wild Carrot. Yes, it does look attractive but it spreads like a weed, which it is. When I see so much of it everywhere I wonder if the people in charge of weed control do not recognize it for what it really is. Maybe someone should try pulling some of it to find out if it is a weed. I say that because of that humorous saying that if you want to know if a plant in your garden is a weed, try pulling it. If it comes out of the ground easily you will know it is a worthwhile plant. If it is hard to pull out, then it is a weed for certain. That is said to be a way of knowing desirable plants that you may have planted earlier and forgotten. I haven’t tried pulling any wild carrot to test that so-called guide. But I do not allow it to grow around our yard. I do know the pollen on wild carrot is harmful to allergy sufferers. So is wild aster and goldenrod. Who cares? You do if you have environmental allergies. Here’s hoping you think all that wild carrot is lovely Queen Anne’s Lace. Meanwhile, I am trying to find a way of eliminating creeping charley on my lawn.

family members moving on. These often require more attention to detail, and sometimes large overhauls. Creating a welcoming space for new people is less about paint and curtains and more about joy and love. Watching kids grow and move on can be challenging because it often feels like a void is left behind, and a new relationship with that person takes time to grow and fill that space. Whatever way you chose to improve your home this summer, be it simple or major, paint or new kitchen, kinder words or major reconciliation, summer is the perfect time. Days are longer, kids are home and it’s the perfect chance to get the whole family involved in building the family home.

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Letter to the Editor... I am deeply concerned about the actions of our Town Councilors, but not really surprised that their meetings have come to an open free for all brawl. I have attended some of these meetings, only to find out that our mayor gets his dander up about the feral cats that roam around town, instead of doing something about the poor taxpayers who get their homes flooded out every time we get a heavy rain. I think the people of this town deserve better than what little actions they are receiving from our council, so why don’t they quit all this infighting and learn to get along. Perhaps if our mayor would give the councilors time to ask questions on the information they are given before the meeting starts. Nothing seems to be discussed, and therefore nothing gets done; too bad, because at one time Essex was the hub of the county. Now is seems we have become the geared to income place to be. So, if on a Monday night you find yourself with nothing to do, and you are in need of a good laugh, I suggest you attend one of the council meetings. Your eyes will really be opened at the antics that go on there. A concerned taxpayer Evelyn Vivier

Letter to the Editor... Enough already with the windmills. The last thing the Town of Essex needs is a bunch of huge winged albatrosses surrounding our fair little town. But Essex Council says “Oh don’t blame us, the province is making us do it! Boo Hoo!” Well I have the solution. Are you listening council? Pass a bylaw imposing a $5 million dollar surtax on a company licensing or building each windmill within 5 miles of the developed town’s borders. OK council, the ball’s in your court. Start showing some accountability, that’s why the good people of Essex voted for you. Sincerely, Shawn Conley, Essex.

Demolition of Silos begins The area that is quickly becoming known as Heritage Park is developing one step at a time. With the erection of the Memorial Spitfire and Honour Wall, the new mural depicting the town’s two explosions, a CN-Communities in Bloom grant bringing

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by Jennifer Cranston On Monday morning high pitched tapping and subdued crunching sounds could be heard throughout Essex Centre as demolition of the long un-used silos began. The project is expected to be completed within two weeks. Essex CAO Russ Phillips explained that the same company that took down the Memorial Arena is taking down the silos as part of the same contract.

“They served no real purpose other than being maintained as an art form,” he said. “The cost to maintain them would have been in excess of $900,000.” It’s another step in the development of the area as a park and gathering place in the town, Essex Community Services Director Doug Sweet said. “We’re working to enhance that area and make it a destination in our town,” he commented.

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Cottam celebrates summer with community barbeque

A tree was dedicated in honour of Ruby Archer’s 100th birthday on Sunday at Cottam Rotary Park.

by Sylene Argent The Cottam Rotary Club offered its community members an itinerary filled with games and fun events on Sunday at Cottam Rotary Park. It was an opportunity for area residents to enjoy their neighbours’ company while spending the day outdoors. Youth had an

opportunity to play with a variety of games onsite, or to kick off their shoes to enjoy jumping about in bouncing castles. They were also able to indulge in a barbeque lunch, while their parents sat back to listen in on some live musical entertainment. The Cottam Rotary Club was pleased to offer all these activities

and lunch free of charge. The most important aspect of the day, Cottam Rotary Club member Dan Levy commented, was honouring the 100th birthday of area resident Ruby Archer. Archer’s 100th birthday was celebrated with a tree planting dedication during Sunday’s festivities. Archer was proud to cut the ribbon to dedicate the tree to the Park, and then pose with the tree that will offer shade and the beauty of blooming flowers for years to come. Tears of happiness flowed as the community joined in to wish her a happy birthday through song. Gosfield North Communications CEO Rob Petruk noted the company’s 2015 cooperative board and staff donated the tree for the celebration. He commented that Archer is known as “Aunt Ruby” to many of Cottam’s residents and has been a customer of the phone company for many years. Levy pointed out that this year is a special year for the Cottam Rotary Club as it celebrates its 75th anniversary. Sunday’s festivity was a

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way to celebrate the Club’s anniversary milestone. “This is a day for the community to come out an enjoy lunch and the other things we have to offer,” Levy said. On behalf of

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Essex Council Notes... She said there has been no change in the traffic since she has been living on the road. Deputy Mayor Richard Meloche said he wasn’t prepared to make a decision on this and wanted administration to investigate the matter and come back to Council with a recommendation on what they think should be done. Councillor Larry Snively recommended that administration get a hold of the MTO to see what is happening on the road. CAO Russ Phillips said admin will work with OPP and MTO to do some

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km/h from 80 km/h. More wind turbines are not welcome in Essex GDF SUEZ Canada was represented by Bonnie Hiltz at Council on Monday when she addressed them regarding the Blue Sky Wind Project. She explained that the project, which is still in the early development stages, would benefit from Council’s cooperation when it applies to the Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) on September 1. She explained that a Community Benefit Agreement signed by Council would give the project extra “points” when it applies to the provincial governing body. The agreement would promise $1.4 million channeled into the municipality over the course of the project, plus tax revenue in the amount of $25,000 to $30,000 annually.

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Hiltz warned that failure to sign the agreement prior to the submission deadline would change the offer being made to the town. Council received 12 letters from residents in support of the project and 38 letters in opposition. Council responded by questioning the ethics of the company and passing a motion declaring “Essex is not a willing host community for wind turbines.” As part of the process, the Blue Sky project is expected to consult with not only those who would have turbines on their land, but the neighbours as well. It came out in Council discussions that the letters supporting the project were from residents who were paid by the company to send them. “We’ve not received one letter of support from a person who wasn’t paid to send the letter,” Deputy Mayor Richard Meloche said. Several Councillors reported hearing from their residents that the company representatives coming to their doors were pushy and aggressive in their attempt to get written support. Councillor Bill Caixeiro called the financial benefit “insignificant.” Meloche said it was not a financial issue but a quality of life issue. Caixeiro suggested that the issue be brought up with the Ontario Energy Minister at the upcoming AMO Conference, to learn what, if anything more, can be done to block the project. Councillor Randy

Voakes abstained from these discussions, declaring a conflict of interest due to personal and professional connections. Two small solar projects get approval from Council Kristopher Taylor of Essex Energy Corporation solicited Council’s support for two FIT (Feed-In-Tariff) solar energy projects in the municipality. The small solar projects include a roof-top project on the Civic Centre and the other a small land based project near ELK Energy offices on Forest Ave. This project must be submitted to IESO in September as well, and like the former project would receive priority points for having support of municipal council. Meloche said that what he liked about these projects is that the company is local and the beneficiaries are local. In a recorded vote a motion to support the projects passed with only Caixeiro opposed. Economic Development officer suggests “Walkabouts.” Essex Economic Development Officer Anne Miskovsky made a presentation to Council outlining a plan for focused walk-abouts in Essex and Harrow business districts. She said the idea is to provide impartial impressions of the downtowns with a

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focus on opportunities. The walks would be conducted by teams made up of Councillors, members of the public, the Essex BIA, and Harrow Chamber of Commerce. Each team would focus on a separate category of observations. Team one would look at appearance, signage and gateways, team two would look at business and services, team three would look at connectivity and walkability, team four would examine infrastructure, lighting and utilities, and team five would gather public input and opinion. Council approved the plan and asked administration to set up two dates, one for each centre. Council also agreed to carry out a walk-through of both centres with current property standards in mind, with building inspectors present to start on some immediate fixes.

New banners for Harrow and Colchester Council approved the placement of new banners on utility poles in Harrow and Colchester centres. Funding for the new banners will come from the existing civic beautification fund.

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Open house highlights draft plan for parks & recreation

by Sylene Argent Last Wednesday evening, members of the community were able to provide feedback on the draft Parks, Recreation and Culture Master Plan at an open house held inside the Shaheen Community Room at the Essex Centre Sports Complex. Essex’s Director of Community Services, Doug Sweet, presented this draft report to Essex Council on June 8. The open house provided an

opportunity for community members to get a glimpse at the draft document and forward comments. 100 recommendations are included in the draft document, which are meant to enhance recreation in Essex. Open houses regarding this draft document were hosted in Harrow, Essex Centre, and McGregor recently. Before putting pen to paper to come up with the recommendations

added to the draft Master Plan, Essex’s department of Community Services provided open houses last year to hear what residents would like to see as far as recreation and parks are concerned in the municipality’s future. It also provided surveys for residents to complete. All of this information was compiled to help create the draft Master Plan. Sweet explained the purpose of the draft Master Plan is to have

Essex Rotary Club welcomes new president by Jennifer Cranston Essex Rotary recently welcomed new president Denise Wellings. Wellings has been a Rotarian for over 25 years. She was originally a member of the Belle River Club, but when it closed several years ago, she and others from her group joined Essex. The Rotary motto is “service above self,” and it was a natural fit for the coowner of Floor Coverings International. Having been a Brownie and Girl Guide growing up, service has always been a part of her life.

“Rotary seemed to be a natural choice for me,” she said. She believes that when you have a lot in life, you should give back to your community. What she likes about Rotary is that it is community oriented, including the local community as well as the global community. Rotary International has initiatives all over the world, but Wellings said she has focused most of her service to local and regional projects. Continued on Page 10

a document design the future of recreation, parks, and culture in Essex for the next 15 years. This document, once finalized and adopted by Council, will give direction to the Town in this area as it moves forward. It will also lay down foundational work as grants from upper tiers of government are announced to help strengthen Essex’s odds of obtaining funding for certain projects. It also allows the municipality to more easily form partnerships to complete some of the projects included, creates opportunities for fundraising, and allows the Town to put money away during budget deliberations so projects can later be completed. In the draft report, Sweet explained, each category included is ranked for the duration it will take to establish; long term (9-15 years), Medium (4-8 years), and short term (1-3 years). The Town has never had a Master Plan like this, Sweet said. It is proactive in its approach to the future of Essex’s parks, recreation, and cultural opportunities. The last Master Plan created for Essex for these

purposes was made before amalgamation. Some of the 100 recommendations currently included in the draft master plan highlight potentially looking at upgrading sports fields and diamonds in the long term, as past survey results indicated this was important to many residents. Recommendations the community suggested were important included a dog park, outdoor pool in Harrow, new playground equipment in Harrow, and tennis courts in Essex Centre. Also as a result of feedback from last year’s open houses and surveys, recommendations have been added to the draft plan to promote additional youth/adult programming, Sweet noted. There are also plans to continue with connectivity with active trail systems. As part of the recommendations, Sweet hopes to replace all of Essex’s aging playground equipment within the next ten years. Harrow’s open house last week included a separate portion where residents had the opportunity to provide feedback for a new

playground set to be implemented there. 13 designs for the playground were provided, and open house attendees were able to rate their favourite top five designs. This format, Sweet said, was very successful. It will be looked into to use this model again in the future for other playgrounds. The draft plan also highlights a desire for parks within around half a kilometer, and shows gaps where this is not met. Sweet said feedback on the draft plan so far has been positive. “Once people see the recommendations, they are pleased with what they are seeing,” he commented. The recommendations are based on what is needed and not necessarily what is financially achievable at the time, he added. Implementation of the plan will require things like fundraising, grants, and partnerships. The feedback gathered at the three open houses will be looked over before the final copy of the Master Plan is presented to Essex Council for consideration in the fall.

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Residents reminded of animal bylaw by Sylene Argent Mid-way through summer, area residents are being reminded to not leave their dogs in parked cars as the temperature can rise drastically, which could lead to health issues or even a fatality with the animal. Essex also has a few bylaws area residents should be aware of that restrict outdoor tethering to a maximum of 12 hours and requires dogs to be restrained while riding in the box of a pickup truck. Melanie Coulter, Executive Director of the WindsorEssex County Humane Society, said the office does receive calls from around the region regularly from concerned individuals who have spotted dogs left in a parked vehicle, but the Humane Society has had fewer calls this summer than expected. She thinks this is due to people understanding that because parked cars can get so hot, it is dangerous to leave pets in them. Coulter would like to stress that it can be dangerous to leave animals in parked cars even when the weather gets a little cooler. Animal lovers may not realize that even

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though the weather may feel a little cool, the temperature in a parked car can get quite warm. If a passerby should see an animal in a hot car, even if the animal looks ok, Coulter explained the best way to tackle the issue is to page the owner in whatever establishment they may have gone into. Sometimes, this is greeted with a not-so-grateful owner, but it is the quickest way to approach the issue. If no one responds to the page, or if the vehicle owner cannot be found, Coulter said to contact the local police, the Humane Society, or Essex Animal Control officers, who can be reached at 519-816-7627. Fortunately, she explained, the Humane Society hasn’t had some of the case as in other areas where dogs have suffered from heat stroke. It has had officers remove animals from vehicles. In November of 2013, Essex Council passed the consolidated Animal Care and Control Bylaw, which prohibited dogs being left loose in the back of a pickup truck, limited tethering animals outdoors to 12 hours, and states an animal shall not be left unattended in a motor vehicle if the weather conditions are not suitable. A Police Officer who believes an animal left in an unattended vehicle is in physical danger may take steps to remove the animal from the vehicle and shall not be held liable for any damage to the vehicle by so doing, the bylaw states. The bylaw also notes a person may allow an animal to be outside the passenger cab of a motor vehicle, including riding in the back of a pickup truck or flatbed truck, if the animal is in a fully enclosed trailer, contained in a ventilated kennel securely fastened to the bed of the truck, or securely tethered in such a manner that it is not standing on bare metal, cannot jump or be thrown from the vehicle, is not in danger of strangulation, and cannot reach beyond the outside edges of the vehicle. According to Coulter, the reasoning behind the policy requiring animals to be secured in the box of pickups is because leaving them loose is dangerous. If the brakes are suddenly slammed, the dog could be projected from the box of the truck and can be injure, or cause injury to someone else. Coulter suspects many dogs would be happy to ride along from the passenger seat. Dogs that are tethered outdoors must not be left tethered for more than 12 hours. The bylaw also states that the tether must be an appropriate length where the dog has unrestricted movement and cannot injure itself, and the animal must also have access to water, food, and shelter.

Fern Walsh of Essex County K9 is one of Essex’s Animal Control Officers (ACO). She feels that, for the most part, Essex residents have been good as far as compliance is concerned. The ACOs are spending some time educating the public on the Animal Bylaw and all its components. At the August 10 meeting of Council, Council moved to receive the report “By-Law Number 1435-Animal

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Essex Rotary Club new president... Continued from Page 9

Denise Wellings is the new president of Essex Rotary

She said the local club supports the Essex Area Food Bank, and community events like the Free Movie Nights hosted by the Town of Essex. They have also built a picnic shelter and planted trees in Sadler’s Park. One project she is particularly proud of is the “Little Free Libraries” that can be found throughout town. This Friday they will be hosting a fish fry at Seacliff Park in Leamington to raise money for the Hospice facility in Leamington. Some of the organization’s international programs include digging wells in developing parts of the world, education, disaster relief, and medical services like providing eye glasses and Polio immunizations. Some Rotarians even accompany medical teams that provide life changing surgeries in developing countries. One of her favourite parts of belonging to Rotary is the camaraderie. “It’s fun. There are lots of laughs, but when we work, we work hard because we know it’s going to our community and the community abroad,” she said. “When we’re called, we step up to the plate.” The only requirement to join Rotary is that you have a vocation. Wellings said it is a great way for anyone who is looking to improve the quality of life at home or abroad. Rotary offers open doors to its members to serve in a countless variety of ways; from local to international, from providing socks to homeless at home to providing clean drinking water to villages abroad, from helping to feed our neighbours to saving young lives with vaccines. For more information on Rotary, visit www.rotary. org. For more information on upcoming local events or our local club, call Wellings at 519 735-5515.

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Residents reminded of animal bylaw... Care and Control By-Law” and moved a bylaw to regulate, license, and control animals within the municipal boundaries of Essex, repealing the old bylaw. This recommended a revision to the Town’s former Animal Care and Control bylaw, which now includes the addition of the Windsor Essex County Humane Society (WECHS) to enforce the bylaw, in consultation with

Executive Director Melanie Coulter, and the addition of set fines related to the “Keeping of Pets” section. In the report to Council it notes the Town’s Animal Control Officers have no recourse for ensuring that the bylaw is followed regarding the keeping of pets and, when the problem is referred to WECHS, potential offenders can sometimes avoid contact with the WECHS

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officers. The addition of set fines will permit a fine to be issued upon investigation of a problem, should it become evident that the offender is not willing to comply with the by-law, the report notes.

Autism Services holds Essex United hosts annual Vacation Bible Camp open house in Essex

Matthew, Jade, Abbey and Owen are participants in the Autism Services Incorporated Summer Program hosted at Holy Name Catholic Elementary School in Essex.

by Jennifer Cranston For over 10 years Autism Services Incorporated has been holding the Bruce Awad Summer Program in Essex for young people with Autism. Last Tuesday the public was invited to an open house. Lauren Caza is a supervisor for the Essex Program. She explained that the group uses a few classrooms and the gym at the local elementary school to house the program that helps participants learn life-skills, socialization, and academic skills. Activities in the program include music therapy, gym, and arts and crafts. “In the morning we have structured activities that help them keep up with what they are doing in school. In the afternoon, they enjoy outings like swimming, splash pads, bowling, mini-golf and bowling,” she said. She explained that their sister programs in Windsor often have waiting lists, but Essex usually has room. The program is for young people ages six through 21. “We only have space for 12 students, but each

year some students ageout so we have new spots available,” she said. Caza is a secondary school teacher with the Greater Essex County District School Board, and said she loves spending her summers with this group. “The kids are great and they always make you laugh,” she said. “The staff is a great team that works well together. It is a very warm and positive environment.” Those who want to learn more about the program and find out how to become involved as a participant or staff member can visit autismservicesinc.com.

by Sylene Argent Nearly 40 youth are enjoying the many games and activities being offered through Essex United Church’s annual Vacation Bible Camp this week. Essex United Church’s Pastor Jim Hatt explained Camp Counselors from GessTwood Camp are manning the programming for this fun, week-long day camp that the participating youth are enjoying. Many activities are planned for the youth to enjoy, including singing, gym, outdoor fun, and learning about scripture. The camp is designed for youth aged four through 11. A few youth aged 12 through 16 are joining in to help out as junior counselors. Some of these junior counselors have aspirations to work as Camp Counselors at GessTwood Camp. The Vacation Bible campers will also do a few good deeds around the Church and in various areas of town this week, Hatt explained. Last year, for example, the youth involved with the camp helped with chores in the flower beds and cleaned windows at the Church. They also created posters for the Essex Area Food Bank, and picked up paper in area parks. The annual Vacation Bible Camp provides Essex United Church with a chance to show area youth that church is a fun and safe place, Hatt commented. In addition to learning about the importance of being involved in the community, the participating campers will DANCE WORLD learn about creation, the message of the Gospel, REGISTER NOW FOR FALL CLASSES and God, Hatt noted. Youth tend to have a lot AT 3900 WALKER RD. (Main Studio) of questions surrounding these topics, so the camp is a great way to provide Essex Studio - Masonic Hall, Laird Ave. youth with an opportunity to learn. A Certified Education Institute A roster of individuals Cindy and Nancy have over 75 years of combined will be helping out in teaching experience in the Essex County Area. Offering the kitchen throughout Classes For the week, Hatt noted. Ages 3 Years The kitchen staff will be Main Studio - 3900 Walker Road To Adult providing the youth with Belle River - 300 South Street two snacks and a lunch for Leamington - Sherk Complex free. The Church is open Call 519-966-2259 or visit: www.nancypattison.com to taking donations.

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Kingsville Folk Music Festival fosters creativity in music classroom. This is when she decided to focus her energy on music therapy. Working with those children was very rewarding. “Some of their first words were sung,” she said. She didn’t pursue a career as a performer and song writA workshop on Saturday afternoon had several musicians er until later in life. “I started this collaborating in music creation. music career when I by Jennifer Cranston was about 40,” she noted. The Second Annual Kingsville Folk Morand explained that when she was Music Festival had Lakeside Park in pregnant for her son 11 years ago, she Kingsville packed with musicians and wrote and recorded her first CD. She said music lovers all weekend. she found the process a great creative outWith five stages and over 30 local, na- let and also very therapeutic. tional, and international award-winning About eight years ago she joined a musicians entertaining all weekend long, song writers group in Windsor. She exit was a treasure trove of musical gems plained that there is so much sharing for music lovers of all ages. in a group like that that the participants Karen Morand and Bosco were first became very close and remain friends. time performers at the festival. Morand is She was very excited that two of her coloriginally from Mississauga, but has lived leagues from that group were also perin Windsor for 20 years. forming at the Kingsville Festival. She studied Music Therapy at the As a band Karen Morand and Bosco University of Windsor and worked for 10 have put out two CDs and they are enjoyyears primarily with autistic children. She ing radio play on CBC Radio as well as in has always played music, and has recog- Alberta and Brantford. nized its power as a teaching assistant. She said she especially likes performShe played music for the students in her ing in the County. job and noticed the very positive effect it “We love playing in the County,” she had, especially in the Special Education said. “I’ve found a great audience here.”

Morand said she was honoured to play the Festival that brings so many people together. “I’m honoured and thrilled,” she said. “It’s really about all different kinds of people coming together for the love of music.” She said the local music industry is close and she enjoyed seeing so many people she knows over the weekend. “It’s like coming home to a big eccentric family,” she said. Glen MacNeil was also performing at the festival. He was selling CDs with covers depicting his father and himself as a child, both playing guitar. It illustrates how music has always been a part of his life. Originally from Cape Breton, he has lived in Tecumseh since 1998. Music was big part of the culture of his childhood. “At house parties we’d just sit around singing songs until the wee hours of the morning,” he said. “Music was such a large part of my youth that I thought everyone played an instrument and sang.” Music is still a main part of his life. “I can’t imagine a day without playing or writing or learning a new song.” he said. MacNeil explained that there is no competition among musicians in this type

Performer Glen MacNeil poses with his guitar at the Kingsville Folk Music Festival last Saturday.

of setting. “We’re all song writers and performers. We’re all cheering each other on,” he commented. He said that, like most of the performers there, passion is his motivation rather than money. Love of good music is a driving force for all who attended the festival, including the performers. Festivals like these are one of the few places to hear a large variety of independent music. “I love to stumble upon good music,” said MacNeil. “I love to be blown away by a little side-stage act.”

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Birth Announcement Bonnevie (Mills) Proud big brother Brock is very excited to announce the fast and healthy delivery of his little brother, BLAKE CHARLES WILLIAM BONNEVIE on July 4th, 2015 at 9:37pm, weighing 7 lbs. 7 oz. Proud parents, Brent and Danielle along with 2nd time grandparents, Glen and Laura Mills are happy there is another future Essex Ravens football player in the family! His aunts, Jordyn, Madison and Natalie are very happy he is finally here! This is the 10th grandchild for Gerry and Alice Bonnevie. Blake is the 2nd great grandson for Chuck Galipeau as well as Bill and Lisa Dorosz. He is also he 4th great grandchild for Bernice O’Halloran. Watching down on him from heaven are his great grandparents, Pam Galipeau (2013) and Gloyde Mills (1998). His many aunts and uncles Kelly and Sylvie, Kirk and Becky, Ryan and Tara, and Adam and Megan are excited to spoil him! Blake has many great aunts, uncles and cousins that are excited to watch him grow! A very big thank you to Dr. Victory and his wonderful staff for their excellent prenatal care.

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Edith Kennedy Baldwin Who passed away 5 years ago on August 15, 2010. Our Mother who gave us the best of her life. Who cherished our secrets, our sorrow, our strife. Who taught us to love. Who taught us to pray. Our Mother in Heaven. God Bless her today.

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Thank You Joanne and Raymond Gagnon would like to thank all of their wonderful family and friends who came to celebrate their 50th Wedding Anniversary with them. It was a memorable and fun day. Thanks also for your kindness, cards, gifts, warm wishes and help we received. They are appreciated very much.

It’s a year since you left for a better place. It seems like an eternity most days, but on other days it seems like just yesterday, we heard your laugh and your whistle can be heard everywhere. Not a day goes by that we don’t miss you terribly, but when we remember, you are in a better place now and we will be all together one day. ~ Much love from your wife Marjorie and family ~ ___________________________________________________

Garry W, Noble July 23, 1946 - August 10, 2012 We miss you so much. Always loved and remembered by all of us. ~ Dianne, Melinda & Chris and Tim, and grandkids, Chloe & Kane

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Garant, Claudia The family of the late Claudia Garant would like to say Thank-You for all of the ﬂoral arrangments, donations to Hospice and Transition to Betterness. Also, for the food brought to our home, gifts, and so many cards and kind words. To the O.P.P. who were her pall bearers and honourary pall bearers and also to those that led the funeral procession. To Maria Connel, for her beautiful songs. Pastor Brent Horner and Greg Garant for his Eulogy of his Mim. Legion ladies for the luncheon and to Tony, Jen & Staﬀ at Kennedy Funeral Home for another job well done. ~Thank you, from the Garant Family. ___________________________________________________

Thank You I wish to thank everyone for celebrating with me on my 100th Birthday. The ﬂowers, cards, gifts and donations to the food bank were greatly appreciated. Also, a special thanks to all the people that made my party such a success.

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Voice Of Inspiration “Every man I meet wants to protect me. I can’t figure out what from.” - Mae West

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The Voice Of Experience by Evelyn Couch

Cool Summer When I am asked on a sweltering day if the weather is hot enough for me, I respond with “I waited all winter for this.” For that reason I am not likely to complain about the heat. Actually I do not like those two air conditioners that are put in our house each summer; one on the main floor and the other in our bedroom. At least we agree about running them at 74 F. Sometimes I go outside to enjoy the warmth. The shady spot on the front steps is a great place to peruse the mail, especially if there is a magazine among it. But the mail comes so close to lunch time that I soon realize a magazine is too time consuming. I think I have told you earlier about my uncle and my mother having an argument when he said if people would dress as they do in the winter time they would not notice the heat. Of course she challenged him to put on an overcoat and go outside and stand in the driveway for half an hour. You guessed it, that stopped his argument and he failed to test it anyway. I remember a conversation I had as a child with an adult when she asked me how I liked the warm weather. I told her the winter was preferable because you could put on enough clothes to be warm as we walked to school, but we could not dress to be cool. Although some of the people I see now try very hard to do that, and the exposure of bare flesh can be interesting. When a granddaughter was going uptown with me I objected to her shorter than short shorts and she maintained they made her legs appear to be long. So much for that reason.

“God” (Patrick Quinn)

Just like a snowﬂake That’s so pure and white Silently falling to earth In the midst of the night A gentle breeze blows Quietly without a sound Not knowing where its from But it can be felt all around Having a special bond Which makes you feel warm Someone holding out a hand In the midst of a storm

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HELP WANTED _____________________ HELP WANTED: General Labourers Wanted. Fax resume to: 519-723-2336. 13-tfn _____________________

RELIABLE, HONEST CLEANING LADY AVAILABLE Willing to clean in Essex, Woodslee & Belle River area. References available. Free Estimates. If interested call: 519-723-9523. 29- 4t* _____________________ KAHL RECYCLING  We come to you and haul away your junk. Metals and appliances are free. Everything else has a fee. We also take electronics, ballist, computers. Kall Ken’s Cell: 519-3228305. 32-tfn _____________________ DAN’S FIRST AID TRAINING  I teach the Perri-Med Program. Anyone needing a ﬁrst Aid course including students, individulals or businesses, I can help. I can run full courses, as well as recertiﬁcations in Standard, Emergency, as well as HCP-CPR. I cover adult, child and infant choking and cpr. Please call or text Dan Rose at: 519-982-5639 or email: danrose1963@yahoo.ca for more 32-4t* information. _____________________ TREE CUTTING, STUMP GRINDING, HEDGES, SHRUBS, PROFESSIONAL CLIMBER  Fair prices & fast service. Big or small jobs. Senior discounts. Serving all of Essex County. Free estimates. Phone calls only at 519-996-9704 or 519-73721- tfn 9703 before 8pm. _____________________ MIKE’S PAINTING & DRYWALL REPAIR Interior & Exterior. 14 years experience. Seniors 10% discount. Call Mike for an estimate at 519-776-9445. 30- 5t* _____________________ KAHL RECYCLING  We come to you and haul away your junk. Metals and appliances are free. Everything else has a fee. We also take electronics, ballist, computers. Kall Ken 519-326-8559. Cell: 519-322-8305. 32-tf* _____________________

HELP WANTED: Greenhouse and Packing line Labour. General greenhouse labour, duties include pruning, picking, planting and cleaning of greenhouse. Packing line labour, duties include inspecting, weighing and packing produce on assembly line. Lifting, bending and standing is required. Must be able to work all shifts. Rural area. No public transportation available. Rate of pay$11.00. To apply please email tammy@ policellafarms.com Or Mail to Domric International, PO Box 218, Ruthven ON N0P 2G0. 12/15 _____________________

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_____________________ ESTATE YARD SALE - Friday, August 14 from 8 am - 5 pm & Saturday, August 15 from 8 am - 3 pm. At 1678 Cty Rd 46, 32- 1* Woodslee. _____________________ YARD SALE - Thursday, August 13 & Friday, August 14. 145 Victoria Ave. From 32- 1* 8am-7pm. _____________________ ESTATE YARD SALE - Fri., Sat. & Sun., August 14, 15 & 16, from 9am-4pm. At 6607 Snakelane (Oldcastle). Watch for signs. 32- 1* _____________________

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YARD SALE - 205 Fairview Ave. East. Friday & Saturday, Aug. 14 & 15, 9am2pm. Vintage Furniture, household items, girls, boys and adult clothes, hand push lawnmower, tools, toys and much more. 32- 1* _____________________

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HUGE YARD SALE - Large selection of tools, some new in box. Hunting, ﬁshing & camping gear. Lots for the sportsman. Household goods, something for everyone. August 15 & 16, 9am-4pm. 2023 Lakeshore Rd. 219, Woodslee.

MOVING SALE - August, 14 & 15 from 9am-4pm. At 1836 Rd. 5, oﬀ of Cty. Rd. 23. Selling Core Evolution, table saw, Avon ﬁgurines, furniture, GDO, (New) children’s items & girl’s bike. 32- 1* _____________________

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PRAYER TO THE BLESSED VIRGIN (Never known to fail) O most beautiful ﬂower of Mt. Carmel, fruitful vine, splendor of heaven, blessed mother of the son of God, immaculate virgin, assist me in my necessity. O star of the sea, help me and show me that you are my mother. O Holy Mary, Mother of God, Queen of Heaven and Earth, I humbly beseech you from the bottom of my heart to help in my necessity (Make your request). There are none that can withstand your power “O Mary, conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to your.” (Three times). Holy Mary, I place this prayer in your hands.” (Three times). Say this prayer for three consecutive days and then publish it and it will be granted to you. With grateful thanks 33-1t* D.D.

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519-776-4255 Salvation Army Essex Community Church News submitted by Carolyn Barnett We have six families attending Moms and Tots Camp at Jackson’s Point from August 17th – 22nd. This will be a wonderful experience for

them all. Please keep those in our church family who have lost loved ones recently, in your prayers. Major Sam Roberts leads us in Family Worship every Sunday at 11 a.m. If you are

looking for a church family, we invite you to join us. Only three Fridays left for you to enjoy the delicious sausage and hot dogs at our BBQs in front of the Thrift Store. Food is served starting at 11 a.m. Drop by and have lunch. All proceeds go to the Salvation Army Food Bank.

Sunday bulletin are usually posted on the website. Website: http:www. woodsleeunitedchurch.com. Coﬀee and Conversation: Thursday at 10 am. Turkey Dinner: Our annual turkey dinner will be held on Saturday, October 3, from 4pm- 7pm.

Woodslee United Church submitted by Sue Holman Come join our joint Sunday Service at Belle River United Church at 10 am. Our joint Service for the month of August is at Belle River United Church. Thank you to Rev. Dr. Bob Roberts who led the service last Sunday. Rev. Ann is back from holidays so she will be leading the Service. Thank you to Rev. Kim Gilliland of Cottam United who was our contact while Rev. Ann was away. Missed a Sunday? Rev Ann’s sermons and the

Essex United Church Our next “Come and Listen and Pray” noon meditation in the sanctuary, will be Friday, August 28. Our study “Music Within” looks at disabilities in our world and how we deal with them. We meet at 1:30 p.m. Let’s talk about how we can have more young people involved in our activities.

CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF LAKESHORE ENGINEERING AND INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES PUBLIC WORKS SERVICES DIVISION

St. Paul’s Anglican Church Rev. Chris has returned from vacation. Donations for the July Thank You Bank were to our clothing cupboard, to support our on-going ministry. Donations are needed for Canterbury College for the items provided to incoming students as welcome baskets. Cleaning supplies are most of the items needed. A complete list is on the ﬂyer. Items must be received by August 27. To contact the parish the

website is www.stpaulstrinity. org. Sandra Lypps is the Rector’s Warden and Lay Reader at 723-4942. The People’s Warden is Terry Murdoch at 839-4653 and the deputies are Dawn Pocock and Deborah Rousseau, 7767978 and 776-9155 Holy Name of Jesus Church submitted by Therese Lecuyer I hope everyone is enjoying this beautiful summer weather... before we know it, Fall will be here! The Parish Family Picnic is Sunday, August 16, at noon. Rain or shine, come out and enjoy the food, fun, and fellowship. RCIA - Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults is planned for September. Contact Fr. Dave or Nick before July 31st. Rediscover your marriage by attending Retrouvaille, in London, from September 2527. Visit www.retrouvaille.org for more information. If you have extra fruits or vegetables in your garden this season why not donate them to the Essex Food Bank? The Essex Food Bank (located on Maidstone Ave. in the former Sun Parlour School) is open Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8:30 am until 1:00 pm. Please continue to save your Foodland receipts. We

appreciate and thank you. God Bless you all and have a great week.

Antioch Christian Ministries submitted by Linda Knight Pastor Jay’s message was a continuation of last week’s sermon. ‘You were born to be great. You were created in God’s likeness. Rise up and be all that you were created to be!’ August 19th: Revival Night with Rev. Kathy Scott. August 26th: Fun Night! Details coming soon. Intercession: Tuesday’s and Fridays at 9 a.m. Restoration House Healing Rooms, 2548 County Rd. 27, Woodslee. Open Saturday’s, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Be blessed!

Cozy Corners - BethelMaidstone United submitted by Bev Holland All are welcome to our Sunday Worship Service at 10am with Pastor Linda Blair. Sunday School is at 10:15am. At last Sunday’s Service John Cats delivered the message. This Sunday we welcome Tina Quiring. Our Door Greeters will be Bob Thomas and Rick Chauvin.

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EQUIPMENT OPERATOR Please visit our website at http://www.lakeshore.ca/lakeshore-1/employment-opportunities for further details. Interested candidates should submit a resume stating their qualifications for the position not later than 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday, August 19, 2015 to the undersigned or electronically to jobs@lakeshore.ca clearly indicating Equipment Operator in the subject line. Carol Nussey Human Resource Coordinator Corporation of the Town of Lakeshore 419 Notre Dame Belle River, On N0R 1A0

2021 Division Road North Kingsville, Ontario N9Y 2Y9 (519) 733-2305 www.kingsville.ca kingsvilleworks@kingsville.ca

TAX NOTICES 2015 Final Property Tax Bills were mailed July 15, 2015 If you own property in the Town of Kingsville you should have received your 2015 final tax bill. The tax due dates are as follows:

August 31, 2015 November 30, 2015 Please refer to the brochure included with your tax notice for a listing of the payment options available. Pre-Authorized Payment sign-up forms are available at www.kingsville.ca or at our office at 2021 Division Road North. Failure to receive a tax notice does not relieve you from payment of taxes or penalties. Penalties are assessed the day following the due date at 1.25% and each month thereafter until paid. It is the responsibility of the taxpayer to ensure the Town has the correct mailing address. If you have not received your tax notice please call 519-733-2305 or visit the office at 2021 Division Road North.

Municipal Act, 2001

SALE OF LAND BY PUBLIC TENDER THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF LAKESHORE TAKE NOTICE that tenders are invited for the purchase of the lands described below and will be received until 3:00 p.m. local time on September 2, 2015, at 419 Notre Dame, Belle River, Ontario. The tenders will be opened in public on the same day at 3:05 p.m. local time at 419 Notre Dame, Council Chambers, Belle River, Ontario. Description of Land: 1. Pt S ½ Lot 6 CON NMR Maidstone, PT 1 12R15720, Lakeshore, in the Town of Lakeshore, in the County of Essex, Province of Ontario. 430 County Rd 46, 230.00 FR, Roll # 3751.120.000.01700.0000; PIN 75014-0090(LT). Minimum Tender Amount: $23,050.24 2. PT LT A CON ERR Rochester, PT 3 12R11299; Lakeshore; PT LT A CON ERR Rochester, PT 5 12R832; Lakeshore, in the County of Essex, Province of Ontario. 105 Surf Club Drive, 75.00 FR, Roll # 3751.600.000.05703.0000; PIN 75050-0227 (LT) and 75050-0226 (LT). Minimum Tender Amount: $16,451.52 Tenders must be submitted in the prescribed form and must be accompanied by a deposit in the form of a money order or of a bank draft or cheque certified by a bank or trust corporation payable to the municipality and representing at least 20 per cent of the tender amount. The municipality makes no representation regarding the title to or any other matters relating to the land to be sold. Responsibility for ascertaining these matters rests with the potential purchasers. This sale is governed by the Municipal Act, 2001 and the Municipal Tax Sales Rules made under that Act. The successful purchaser will be required to pay the amount tendered plus accumulated taxes and the relevant land transfer tax. The municipality has no obligation to provide vacant possession to the successful purchaser. For further information regarding this sale and a copy of the prescribed form of tender contact: Patti Atkinson Manager of Revenue Town of Lakeshore 419 Notre Dame, Belle River, ON, N0R 1A0 519-728-2700 x 249 patkinson@lakeshore.ca www.lakeshore.ca

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Essex wins London Rookie Travel Tournament

submitted to EFP Over the long weekend the Essex Yellow Jackets Rookie travel team traveled to London, Ontario to compete

in the South West London “A” Division and under tournament. On Friday, July 31, Essex started its first game off slowly and came up just

short in the end, losing 9-8 to the host London team. Saturday was a different story as the Jackets chalked up two victories for the team. Essex won 17-6 over Strathroy and 14-4 over Stratford. Saturday also featured a skills competition. The Essex players won five of the nine medals. In base running 1. Emma O’Neil, 2. Mitchell Pye, and 3. Freddie McCroy, and in fielding and throwing a second place for Ryan Whittaker and a third for Nash Driedger. On Sunday, Essex faced the St. Catharines Cobra’s. The Jackets woke up ready to play scoring early and often and displayed some absolutely fantastic

defense on their way to a 13-2 victory. This win set up a rematch against the host London team for the Championship. In the Championship game Essex picked up their bats, as the home team, to start the second inning, already trailing 9-0. Slowly but surely, Essex added a couple runs an innning and shut down the London team. In the end, Essex triumphed 14-13! The game MVPS were: Brendan Byrne, Nash Driedger (2), Emma O’Neil, Matthew Zuech A great weekend was had by all. Special thanks to all the parents, families and coaches for their tremendous support.

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BMO forwards $1500 to Food Bank

Staﬀ at the Essex branch of the Bank of Montreal forwards a $1500 grant to Essex Area Food Band Board Member Lonnie Jones (pictured left).

by Sylene Argent The Essex branch of the Bank of Montreal proudly supported the Essex Area Food Bank with a $1500 grant on Friday afternoon. Representatives of this bank were thrilled to be able to forward the funds that the Food Bank volunteers will in turn be

able to use to help provide area families facing economically stressful times with essential food items. Long-time Food Bank volunteer Lonnie Jones was in the bank recently, talking about the work this local establishment does to ensure those in need

have food on their plates and in their cupboards. Sandy Papineau, Branch Manager of Essex’s BMO facility, directed Jones to a BMO grant program that the Food Bank could apply for. The program is designed to support individuals or groups involved with charities. With schools on summer break, and some service clubs on temporary hiatus, the Food Bank is often in much need of donations this time of year. So, the financial

contribution from BMO is much appreciated, Jones explained. “It’s a good time of the year to get the grant,” Jones said. “Summer is a quiet time for donations.” Financial contributions given to the Food Bank throughout the year helps the Food Bank get through the quieter times. The Food Bank has the ability to reapply for this grant again next year, and he is hopeful for continued support. As area individuals

harvest homegrown crops out of their gardens, the Food Bank reminds individuals it gladly receives donations of fresh produce for its clientele, if those who man their own gardens experience a surplus. To arrange a pick up or drop off, the Food Bank is open on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. It operates out of the former Sun Parlour Junior Public School.

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Continued from Page 17 message. This Sunday we welcome Tina Quiring. Our Door Greeters will be Bob Thomas and Rick Chauvin. The Elder on Duty will be Jennifer Reeb and Lock-up is Bill Manning. Join us for an old fashion “Corn Roast” on Sat., August 22. Everyone in the community is invited to join us. On September 14, we will hold a fundraiser for our Haiti Project at A-1. Our Nursing Home Service at Iler Lodge is August 16 at 2pm. Volunteers are always welcomed and appreciated. Tina continues to collect milk bags to make bed mats for Haiti. Your contribution to this project is much appreciated. Have a great week. Essex Retirees’ Social Club News Georgettee won the Saturday Euchre game, Diana Dennis was second and Margaret Beneteau third with a one point diﬀerence. Ruby Robertson was the Thursday Bridge winner with Margaret Crawley in second place. Audrey Ostrander had high score at Tuesday afternoon’s Pepper. Floyd Cascadden and Larry Lane tied and Wally Laframboise was low. Betty Fields had high score Wednesday night and the two in a tie were Lawrence Dobaon and Kevin Edwards with most Peppers while Gail Boulay was low. St. Clair students will be at the club to use their skills with free foot care on Tues., Aug 18 at either 1 or 2 p.m..

keep filling those boxes! Thank you bank donations are going to St. Paul’s Clothing Cupboard for the month of August. Remember our area food bank is in need of donations. They can be left at the back of the Church and will be taken to the Food Bank. Mark September 2nd on your calendars, as we will be going to Rondeau Park for a service at Grace Church and then a fun day at Rondeau. Join us Sunday’s at 9:15 at “The little white Church in the cemetery” in Cottam! All are welcome. Maidstone Cross Thank you to all the coaches, sponsors, and children who played baseball at St. Mary’s Park. Another great year has ended thanks to all of those who volunteered! The Mission Club is collecting new household items for the Refugee Office during the month of August. Please place items at the back of the Church. If you, or someone you know, is interested in becoming Catholic please call the parish office. The RCIA program begins this fall. Farewell and best wishes to Fr. Paul Rocheleau as he moved into Cardinal Place in west Windsor. Our prayers and sympathies go to Gerry & Lucille Allen on the passing of their brother, Harold. Happy Birthday wishes to Linda Halford and Luke McCarthy. Please keep Tom Joseph, Dominic Bissonnette, and Rita Bellaire in your prayers and all who are shut in, hospitalized or in nursing homes as well as their care givers.

Elaine Taylor, Mary Demars, Eileen Ames, JoAnne Diesbourg, Josie Dresser, Don Ames, Keith Dresser, George Diesbourg & Thomas Allison. Come on down for some good card playing as the place is being sold on August 26. Happy Birthday wishes this week to Cary Holt, Sharman Dickie, Cassie Heil, Brenda Donahue, Chris Dunn, Adam Baker and Britney Donahue.

Essex Community Services On Friday, August 21st join Essex Community Services at our FREE Community BBQ to celebrate our 40th Anniversary! From 4pm to 8pm bring your families and come on out!

Harrow United Church Submitted by Larry Anderson Join us Sunday, August 16th, as we worship with our friends from the Harrow Mennonite Church. During the month of August, we will worship at the Mennonite Church. All services begin at 10:30 am and everyone is welcome! The Harrow Fair is fast approaching and, once again, the Harrow United Church – Pie Tent will be in full swing! We invite everyone to come and enjoy a piece of delicious homemade pie. To learn more about the faith community of Harrow United Church, listen to our music and to view Rev. Staples’ weekly messages, please visit our website at: www.harrowunited.org.

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Trinity Church We continue to pray for Maureen, James, Doris, Elaine, Richard and Grace. In Memoriam: Steven Miller. The Sanctuary Lamp burns to the Glory of God and in loving memory of Bill Conrick, given by Pat & Sharon Kistulinec and family. Happy Birthday this week to Eleanor Robinson. Communion Service at Country Village will be held Tuesday, August 25th and 10:30 am. We continue with our Toy Collection for area children in Cottam and Kingsville for Christmas. The toys will be donated to the South and North Kingsville ﬁre stations for distribution. Lets

Bakerville News Submitted by Evelyn Baker Weather this past week has been beautiful and a few showers along to keep our crops growing. On Sunday, at the Cottam United Church a large crowd gathered to celebrate a 100th birthday for Ruby Archer. She has been the Mayor of Cottam forever and what a great job she does. The Essex County Steam & Gas Engine Show is this weekend, August 14-16 at Co-An Park in McGregor. See you there! The Pleasant Valley Community Club results for Pepper on Tuesday were Eileen Ames, Josie Dresser, Elaine Taylor, JoAnne Diesbourg, Don Ames, Thomas Allison, Keith Dresser & George Diesbourg. The lucky winners on Saturday for Euchre were

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Ravens head to championship game Gary Miller’s 1954 Buick Special hardtop

Gary Miller’s 1954 Buick Special. Note blue-on-white 1954 Ontario license plate.

Buick for 1954 created a styling sensation. The massive vertical-tooth grille makes this car recognizable as a Buick from half a mile away. The headlights and parking lights are housed together in a downward pointing oval. The wrap-around windshield was the beginning of a styling fad that swept through the industry from the mid to late ‘50s. And the raised portion of the rear fenders foreshadowed the tailfin craze that dominated the rest of the decade. Note also the wide whitewalls, the full wheel discs with red rims, the sweep-spear side trim, and portholes on the sides of the front fenders, a Buick trademark since 1949. And under the hood of the 1954 Buick Special was a hot new V8 engine with 264 cubic inches and 150 horsepower, replacing the straight eight in Buicks since 1931. The bigger Buicks had received a new V8 in 1953 and now the Buick Special had one. Gary Miller of Miller Shell service station just west of Leamington bought his Buick Special about ten years ago from a man in Jordan Station, Ontario, and the deal included a very rusty 1954 Buick Skylark convertible, so rusty in fact that the frame was almost broken in two. That car donated its power steering unit to Gary’s ’54 Special and the Skylark later went to a collector in Sudbury who had six of them! The original 264 cubic inch V8 in Gary’s car has now been replaced by a 322 cubic inch ’56 Buick engine with 4-barrel carb that had been stored in a barn near Dorchester after being taken out of a ’47 Mercury hot rod 40 years ago. The engine had been very carefully stored and the skeleton of a mouse was found behind the water pump housing. After replacing the occasional gasket, Gary was able to fire it right up. The Dynaflow transmission was rebuilt by a shop in Windsor. The car was apparently repainted once and the interior is like new. There was no evidence of rust anywhere and no body work was required. Gary repainted the black wheel rims red as a finishing touch. The odometer shows around 60,000 miles, and judging by the car’s amazing condition, that mileage could very well be accurate. I photographed Gary’s 1954 Buick Special 2-door hardtop at Leamington’s Tomato Festival Car Show last summer. The show is on again this year at the Roma Club on Seacliff Drive on Sunday, August 16. I’m always looking for more stories. Email billtsherk@sympatico. ca or write Bill Sherk, 25 John St., P.O. Box 255, Leamington, Ont. N8H 3W2. Everyone whose story is published in this column will receive a free autographed copy of my book: “OLD CAR DETECTIVE FAVOURITE STORIES, 1925 to 1965.”

by Fred Groves • Essex’s Glen Mills will take his Essex Ravens into the Ontario Varsity Football Conference championship this Saturday. The Ravens came back from a 17-14 fourth quarter deficit this past weekend to beat the London Junior Mustangs 21-17 in the Adams Conference final. Essex will travel to Waterloo to take on the Ottawa Myers Rider, which beat the Ravens last year for the title, 2524. • The MacPherson sisters of Essex are headed to the Canadian baseball championships this week in Quebec. Jessica will play first base and pitch for the Ontario under-16 team that will meet Manitoba in its opener on Thursday. The same day, her older sister Sydney, an outfielder with Ontario’s women’s senior team, will play British Columbia. • At the Leamington Raceway on Sunday, William Leon’s Mjs Trick Piston was first in the sixth race with a time of 1:59.2. In the ninth, Arlo Gram, owned and trained by Gordon McDonnell, was first with a time of 1:59. BR Lucky Lady, owned by Raymond Myers, was third in the 10th race. • The Essex Minor Hockey Association is gearing up for its annual

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Early Bird Tournament. Nearly all of the divisions are already full, which will take place September 17-20. Last year a total of 67 teams from Michigan and Ontario took part. • A pair of losses has the Essex Jackets now at 6-11 in the Essex Senior Baseball League. At home on

Sunday afternoon, Essex bowed 10-3 to Tecumseh and last Wednesday were edged 2-1 by the host Amherstburg Seniors. Woodslee Orioles are 135. If you have anything for the sports roundup, please contact Fred Groves at FredGrovesgrover54@ hotmail.com.

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Around the track at South Buxton

Pictured above is action on the track as Kingsville’s Rob Young (48) and Chatham’s Eren Vanderiviere (29) race in the Sport Stock feature. Photo by James McDonald ApexOne Photo.

Pictured above with the checkered flag is Wheatley native Louis Clements with his #3 car. Photo by James McDonald ApexOne Photo.

by Mike Bennett Three months of frustration was wiped out with one solid

run on Saturday night for Chatham’s Louis Clements. After a thrilling battle in the early laps,

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Clements pulled away for a dominating victory in the Schinkels Gourmet Meats UMP Modifieds feature race on Saturday night at South Buxton Raceway. Clements, a Wheatley native who moved to Chatham 20 years ago, has been the unlucky victim in other drivers’ wrecks all season. Last Saturday night, a questionable call sent Clements to the back of the field while leading early in the feature race. But it all came together on Saturday as Clements started the 20-lap feature in the second row, battled Merlin’s Jeff Daniels door-to-door for the first seven laps before pulling away. “That was a lot of fun,” he said of the early battle with Daniels. “With us being friends, we gave each other lots of room,

we never touched ... it was good, hard racing. I finally got the high side momentum and it worked to my favour.” Clements added. The win was important to Clements as he has won at least one feature each year since moving up to the Modified class in 2011 after winning backto-back Sports Stocks championships in 200809. Leamington’s Justin Coulter finished third for the second week in a row. Coulter won his heat race. Clayton Smith, formerly from Woodslee who now lives in Taylor, Mich., and Daniels rounded out the top five. Belle River’s Mario Toniolo finished seventh, one spot ahead of division leader Joel Dick of Leamington. Tilbury’s J.J. Beaulieu finished 10th after winning his heat race earlier in the night. Blenheim’s Kyle Hope won his third straight feature in the Tirecraft Mini-Mods. Hope, a secondyear forward with the University of Windsor Lancers’ men’s hockey team, survived an early battle with Cottam’s Rob Quick to extend his feature streak and pad his lead to 186 points over Kingsville’s Dylan Wolters, who finished 13th. Essex’s Tom Reimer finished fourth, Kingsville’s Larry Hart sixth and Tilbury’s Gerry

Rivait Jr. 10th. Rivait finished a season high second in his heat. Quick also won his heat, his seventh checkered flag of the season. Chatham’s Eren Vanderiviere picked up his second feature win in the Tirecraft Sport Stocks. Kingsville’s Rob Young finished second but padded his lead to 28 points over Chatham’s Jake Hooker, who finished seventh. Merlin’s Steve Shaw finished fourth, Cottam’s Tiffany Ellis eighth and Ruthven’s Brad Bloomfield ninth. Young won his heat

race, his fourth checkered flag of the season. Ridgetown’s Dale Glassford won his second straight and ninth feature in 10 weeks in the Westside Performance Plus UMP Modifieds. Merlin’s Cale Johns won his third Autotech Bombers feature. Windsor’s Jamie Beaulieu finished second after winning his heat race earlier in the night. Kingsville’s James Kelly finished third and Merlin’s Bill Featherstone was fifth.

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H.E.E.A.T. represents Harrow in the Amherstburg Swim Competition stroke. Seth Boudreau (13-14 boys) placed 1st in breast stroke. Sydney Pickle (15 and over girls) was 1st in breast stroke and Madison Shepley (13-14 girls) placed 1st in free style. Charlotte Wright and Teagon Marontate participated in their first meet with H.E.E.A.T. The swimmers practice in a backyard pool three times a week while

Pictured above are members of the Harrow Electric Eels Aquatic Team (H.E.E.A.T).

submitted to EFP The Harrow Electric Eels Aquatic Team (H.E.E.A.T) swimmers were in the water putting their best efforts forward representing Harrow in the neighbouring community

of Amherstburg on Sunday, July 26th. The points were close and Harrow swimmers placed second overall in the boys division, girls division, and team division.

June Buchner swept the girls 6 and under earning 1st place in all of her events. Ben Buchner (7-8 boys) placed 1st in butterfly and free style. Reagan Farough (9-10 girls) took 1st in breast

all their competitors have community pools. Thankfully the swimmers donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t let this dampen their spirits, as the coaches work to be creative and encourage each swimmer to reach their potential. The team puts on a great performance and the Harrow community would be proud to see their efforts and sportsmanship as they represent Harrow throughout the county

and beyond. The next competition is at the new Windsor International Aquatic Center. H.E.E.A.T will participate in the annual distance challenge before heading to swim in Ridgetown on Sunday. Good Luck to all the swimmers.

Local racer drives home a win from Windsor Weekend at Grand Bend

Pictured above in the winners circle (L-R): Pat Mullins, Julie Mullins (Mother), Tom Deschamps (Engine Tuner), Jim Mullins, Melissa Mullins-McMurren (Daughter), John Grubb, and grandchildren Emma and Easton McMurren. Absent from picture: Essex Crew members George, Willy, Max and Larry.

The 16th Annual Windsor Weekend was held at the Grand Bend Motorplex, in Grand Bend, Ontario, over the weekend of July 31 - August 2. Drag-racing fans and drivers, including Maidstone driver Jim Mullins, made their way to the Motorplex for this popular racing event in Grand Bend, Ontario, that attracts hundreds of competitors and thousands of spectators. On Sunday, August 2nd, Jim Mullins raced his 1966 Chevy Nova all the way to the finish to win 1st place in the Real Street Trophy Class. Mullins won with a best time run of 11.160 at 122.01 miles per hour.