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Family Day and Frontenac County’s 150th anniversary kick off in Piccadilly
Sarah Guigue’s Olaf-first place, 0-5 years category - Snow scupture contest
Heritage Festival weekend survives some cold weather T
he annual Frontenac Heritage Festival has a unique way of bringing together both past traditions and present day talent
and this year’s festival, the ninth annual, was no exception. We have full coverage on pages 6 and 7
5.29% increase on tap for North Frontenac ratepayers by Jonas Bonnetta t was a long day for councilors at North Frontenac’s special budget meeting on February 17. Treasurer Angela Millar presented the draft budget and Council spent the day going through it with a fine-toothed comb. Looking to cut the fat where they could, they approved, in principle, a new budget that will mean a 5.29% increase in the total to be raised from North Frontenac residents as compared to last year, or a $274,820 increase in actual dollars. However, the increase in the assessed value of North Frontenac properties will mean a 0.52% decrease in the tax rate at the township level. Councilor Inglis was concerned about whether the assessment funds were higher because of new construction or just re-assessment. “If [the increase] was entirely due to everybody’s houses being re-assessed then you don’t have an argument to increase their taxes,” Inglis said. Policing is the biggest challenge for North Frontenac Township as they begin to shoulder the cost increase in policing by the OPP. Policing will cost North Frontenac residents $365,996 this year, up from $230,000 in 2013, representing 45% of the increase in township taxation. OPP costs will grow to $845,817 by 2019. “Who are the crooks in this community?” Councilor Gerry Martin asked jokingly. Mayor Ron Higgins plans to ask Frontenac County about commissioning a study on sharing policing and fire services throughout the Frontenacs, in the hope that there might
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be some way to reduce future costs associated with these services. Councilor Denis Bedard was in agreement, saying, “If we could share services in terms of tendering equipment...if we have to tender a tanker for example, and we can tender two or three at the same time...I’m sure that could be coordinated. There is a huge cost savings in something like that. If you’re buying three tankers from the manufacturers instead of one....” Treasurer Millar’s presentation pointed out increases in WSIB fees and heating costs, along with the policing expenses. She also highlighted a decrease in fuel costs, and over $12,000 in savings on hydro. A big portion of those savings comes from the L.E.D. streetlights that Corey Klatt, the Manager of Community Development, installed throughout the township. Treasurer Millar said, “It’s proven to be a real positive thing for us to do. We’re seeing a huge savings.” As well, there was revenue generated from the MicroFit program, which brought in over $5,000 of revenue from the solar panel array on the roof of the township office. It was evident that the size, and remoteness, of the township creates a serious problem when budgeting. Animal Control, for instance, is projected to lose over $6,000 this year because the closest service provider has to come from Kingston. The large territory to be covered is part of the policing issue as well. The breadth of the county makes resource collaboration a challenge,
by Julie Druker Elected officials from the Township of South Frontenac and Frontenac County Council along with members of the County’s 150th Anniversary committee helped celebrate the 5th annual Family Day at the Frontenac Arena in Piccadilly. The celebrations included giving out 150 free barbequed sausages courtesy of Gilmour’s on 38 in Harrowsmith. Though the temperature was chillier than normal, many families came out to celebrate with their young ones in tow and enjoyed outdoor games, snow shoeing, a free skate, a fireside marshmallow roast, horse-drawn wagon rides and more, with organizers expecting 800-900 visitors throughout the day. The event was catered by Jeanette and Carl Pixley of Pine Ridge Catering in Yarker. It also included a draw celebrating community volunteers in South Frontenac, who were recognized by fellow residents for the important work they do in the community. A total of 20 winners took home a number of locally donated prizes. Dan Bell and Pam Morey organized the Family Day event along with the help of a number of community volunteers. Both Bell and Morey are long-time volunteers in South Frontenac, both with the Portland District and South Frontenac recreation committees and the S &A Club, and together they are
coordinating the 150th Anniversary celebrations for the county. The two decided that Family Day would be a great way to spark off the celebrations. This is just the start of the fun and the official three-day anniversary party is scheduled to take place at Centennial Park in Harrowsmith on August 28, 29 and 30. This free summer event will include opening and closing ceremonies, an anniversary parade, fireworks, the Frontenac County Plowing Match, a Strong man competition, a dazzling line up of live musical guests, a vendors’ market, a BBQ lunch and a beer tent. Other attractions will include a wide variety of fun family activities, a wide range of heritage and community displays, and a special Heritage Ball that will be held at the Golden Links hall in Harrowsmith. Organizers hope that people will mark the date now on their calendars and bring along family and friends for what is sure to be a fun-filled weekend. A detailed program of all of the events will be posted on the County’s website come April. Alison Vandervelde, communications officer with the County, said that she is very excited about the plans for the County celebrations. “This summer’s 150th anniversary showcase will be a fantastic event and we are hoping that residents bring along their friends and family here to the Frontenacs in August to help us celebrate.”
l-r, Marcel Giroux, Dan Bell, John McDougall, Pam Morey, Ron Vanderwal and Christine Leblanc helped hand out free sausages donated by Gilmour’s on 38 at the Frontenac Community Arena for the South Frontenac Family Day and the kick off to the County’s 150th Anniversary celebrations which is reflected in inflated service fees. Both Mayor Higgins and Councilor Inglis suggested that Council look to the county level when preparing their next budget, as both were impressed with how effectively Frontenac County presented their budget earlier this month.
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february 19, 2015
Editorial
Official Plan battle may define Frontenac County O
ne thing that North, South and Central Frontenac all have in common is lakes. There are large and small lakes everywhere and in between there are more creeks and swamps than patches of land. Now those waterways are binding the townships in opposition to the Province of Ontario. The three townships, and Frontenac County itself, all are or soon will be at loggerheads with the Ministry of Municipal Affairs over two provisions in their respective Official Plans. Official Plans are deathly dry documents but they do provide the basis for all the local rules that anyone who wants to do something as simple as build a shed or expand their front deck is obliged to adhere to. Since just about all the economic development in Frontenac County is based on people living in houses on water or rural lots and making their lives here, the rules that govern what
can be built where are essential. North and Central Frontenac ran afoul of the ministry a few years ago when they refused to pass Official Plans that prohibited future development on private lanes. The reason they refused was that it would mean that the vast potential of people migrating to the townships and falling in love with the land and the rural lifestyle, would be cut back to almost nothing. Only developers with deep pockets who are able to use urban planning tools such as Plans of Subdivision would be able to do business in Frontenac County. While that model works in a small part of the county at the southern edge, i.e. within a 15minute drive of the City of Kingston, most of South and all of Central and North Frontenac would be left with little chance of attracting new residents. A second issue came to light last week, and this one affects South Frontenac first
but will undoubtedly be applied to the rest of the county and beyond if the ministry has its way. All development within 120 metres of a body of water is to be restricted. That is what the Ministry of Municipal Affairs is recommending for the new South Frontenac Official Plan. In order to build within 120 metres of a water body a bunch of studies would need to be done, and zoning and Official Plan amendments would need to be secured. All of these add costs and time, so instead of promoting ourselves as a place to come and build a life in a place of natural beauty within driving distance of major cities, we will be putting up hurdles designed by a government that has no idea what this county is all about. To put the 120 metre setback into perspective, residents of Verona, Sydenham, Ompah, and certainly Sharbot Lake would find it very difficult not only to build new
Strike ends for CCAC workers
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ver 200 registered nurses, nurse practitioners, social workers, speech therapists, occupational therapists, physiotherapists and others who provide patient intake and assessment services for the Community Care Access Centre (CCAC) of Southeast Ontario have returned to work after a 16-day strike. The breakthrough came at the negotiation table on Saturday, February 14, when negotiators for nine different CCACs met in Toronto with negotiators from the Ontario Nurses’ Association and a mediator from the Ontario Ministry of Labour. The parties agreed to refer the key issue in the dispute, which was wages, to ‘final offer’ arbitration. The abitrator, William Caplan, will hear from the parties no later than March 5, and will accept one of the offers by the end of March. The two parties are seemingly not that far off in their proposals, and the ONA had requested arbitration before they went on strike, but management was not willing at that time. The wage request from the ONA is a 1.4% increase in each year of a two-year agree-
ment. The CCAC proposal is a 1.4% lump sum payment in the first year, and a 1.4% increase in year two. This was rejected by the ONA because even though it looks like the same offer, it translates into less money in year 2, which also means their members will be at a lower starting point when they begin to negotiate their new contract. For example, if an ONA member earns $70,000 in 2014, they would then receive the same pay plus a $980 payment in 2015. In 2016, their pay would be $70,980. If they receive a 1.4% increase each year, they will earn $71,974 in 2016, which would be the base pay for negotiating a subsequent contract. “We are very pleased that we will be able to resume our full range of care to patients,” says Megan Allen-Lamb, provincial CCAC spokesperson, and CEO of North Simcoe Muskoka CCAC. “We thank our patients, and health care partners in the home, community, long-term care and hospital sectors for their patience and support through this time. We look forward to having our employees return to CCACs to resume their impor-
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tant work in providing care to patients.” The president of the Southeast ONA bargaining unit, Lisa Turner, was happy to be going back to work. “We are very pleased that the government did step in to intervene and assist us in getting back to work so we can go back to our passion, which is caring for our clients,” she told the Whig Standard earlier this week. Members of the Provincial ONA executive were less forgiving. “During this strike, there has been a colossal waste of health care dollars as the employer spent taxpayers’ money foolishly on catered meals for management, overtime, strike-breaking security firms and high-priced lawyers, and who knows what else – with complete disregard for the public purse,” said Ontario Nurses’ Association (ONA) President Linda Haslam-Stroud, RN, in a media release. Noting that arbitration was proposed by the ONA before they took strike action, ONA Vice President Vicki McCenna, RN, told the News that, “We were trying to avoid strike because CCAC work is essential to Ontarians, but the employers had refused and that is why we ended up on strike for over two weeks. McCenna also pointed out that the CCACs have received a 5% increase in provincial funding this year and their management personnel have received wage increases in the 10% range. “All that makes this whole situation difficult for our members to swallow. They are working harder and harder each year and there is no respect from the CCAC management.”
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houses, but even to extend their front deck 10 feet. We have chronicled some of the disputes between the planning departments of Frontenac County and South Frontenac in recent months, but it just makes sense for all the collective resources within Frontenac County to be mustered together to make a strong case to be brought to the Ontario Municipal Board, which is where this dispute with the Ministry of Municipal Affairs is inevitably headed. The province has a lot of money - and some of that money is our money, by the way - to fight us on this. We need to stick together to fight back.
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hey may not have cycled to the town hall on a cold February night, but the 18 South Frontenac residents who came out to talk about cycling in the township on Monday, February 16, certainly had less snowy roads on their minds. Rookie Loughborough District Councilor, Ross Sutherland, called the meeting, and he was surprised by the numbers. “I didn’t have expectations of more than 10 people coming out, so I was really pleased with the turn out and with the discussion,” he said. The cyclists talked about their favourite routes in the township, and a wide range of ideas were discussed on ways to promote bicycling in the township. They decided to form a group, which they are calling South Frontenac Rides. Three co-chairs came forward to get things underway quickly. They are Leslie Kirby-Olcet from Perth Road Village, and Scott Gordon and Alastair Lamb from Sydenham. Among those at the meeting was a representative from Kingston Frontenac Lennox and Addington Public Health, who said that the group’s goals tie in nicely with Public Health’s priority on active transportation, and that money was available to help promote activities. Cycling also fits in to Frontenac County’s trail initiative, which is slated for completion next year, and the Cataraqui Trail is another option for cyclists. Three particular routes will be featured at South Frontenac Rides’ first bike promotion day, which will take place in early June. Maps of the routes are already in the planning stages and other information for the novice cyclists will be available as well on that day. The group hopes to be able to create maps of numerous bike routes as they roll into the summer and fall biking season.
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Re: Groundhog Day
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our rant in last week's News was inexcusable. To begin, groundhogs are clearly related to the ground (earth) but have no relationship to hogs. Properly called woodchucks, they are really marmots. Ours is Marmota monax rufescens. Evolutionarily advanced members of the squirrel family who have virtually given up climbing in trees, they are cousins of the politically advanced prairie dogs, well known for their sophisticated town planning and administration. And yes, our marmots do come out in February and March, especially the males. I have often followed them for kilometers across the drifts. The males somehow know where to dig down through half a metre of snow to the exact spot where a burrow may contain a female. The tradition of Groundhog Day was imported by German settlers to Pennsylvania. The Day has been celebrated since 1887. Originally the legend was applied to the hedgehog and possibly to the European badger. Lacking both these animals in Pennsylvania, the legend was reapplied to the groundhog. Don't label the marmots with the results of the greed that drives those few towns in Ontario, Nova Scotia and Pennsylvania who try to make a buck on the backs of the marmots. Those groups are irreverent violators of a grand old tradition. Perhaps we need a good rant on the greedy tendencies of business associations who are virtually ignorant of the sacred traditions of the marmot. - Gray Merriam, Marmatologist (ret'd) Honorary Member of the Groundhog Club
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wish to respond to this past week's letter and a few opinions of my own. I think that my biggest objection was to the writer's comment that "Every day thousands of people face death with courage and are given the highest care as they die". I am not too sure about the rest of the world but I must protest that we here in Ontario and Canada do by no means have good quality care for our dying people; in fact we fail our seniors and the problems are just going to get worse. I am one of those baby boomers who will start to fill the retirement and nursing homes over the next 10 to 20 years. I am going to make it clear to my family that I do not want to be one of those seniors in a wheelchair; pushed into a spot for the day; moved back to your room; thrown back into your bed and then possibly not having your diaper or other needs attended to because your caregiver is underpaid and is having a bad day. This is by no means saying that all of our health care providers are like this; but there are a lot of situations of elder abuse out there. There is also a lot of elder abuse amongst the seniors themselves that may be suffering from dementia or Alzheimers. I don't believe that assisted suicide is the answer for this problem; however it could be an alternative if people can now legally make a decision to control their own death. If this is part of your will perhaps; or some other legal instructions that have been done while the person has, as they say been of sound mind. I also believe that those people that are truly suffering from chronic, untreat-
tions to be answered. I am sure that there will be many who will object to this for religious reasons. The doctors and nurses have their own battles to deal with as to how they will react to these situations. There are also always going to be dysfunctional family dynamics whereas the children might take advantage of this new ruling. But this ruling is where we can start to make a law that will address many concerns. Instead of contacting your MP's to stop this bill; let's tell them how we feel and help them make some positive changes. - Nancy Valyear
Re: Assisted suicide
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had to write in to you after reading the letter sent last week by Jule Koch Brison. I have to say that my views on this are completely opposite. Anyone who has watched a loved one dying a slow and painful death can only be relieved to see that Canada has finally evolved enough to allow for a quick release from the painful last days of someone who has no hope of recovery. I watched my Dad die slowly of cancer and cried when he asked my brother to shoot him with the gun he kept in the closet. I watched my mother choke for two days, not being able to even drink anything when her heart was failing. She couldn’t sit up or lie down without choking. I would have given anything to have a pill she could take or a shot to let her go painlessly. I have had many pets in my life, and when they are suffering in their final days, the vet gives them a shot, and they go to sleep peacefully. It’s about time that we can legally provide this option to the ones we love. I sure hope that I will have this option when it’s my time to go. I urge all Canadians to support the Supreme Court decision to treat Canadians at least as well as we treat our pets. I am sure that each Canadian can decide for themselves if they prefer to suffer for their last days, or go peacefully. I have already made my decision. - Jill Coté
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· The annual Family Fishing Day is being planned for July. It is a very popular event and brings a lot of families to McMullen Beach to enjoy a free day of fishing. Volunteers are needed to help make this event a success. The first meeting will be held tonight, Thurs. Feb. 19 at the Verona Lions Club, 7-8 pm. · There will be an information session on "Urgent Care and Emergency Services in Your Community" on Tuesday, February 24, 7-9pm at Trinity United Church. This will be an opportunity to meet with Gale Chevalier, Deputy-Chief, Frontenac EMS; Dr. Ken Edwards, Emergency Physician, Kingston General Hospital; and medical and nursing staff from Verona Medical Clinic, and to ask them questions about what to do in an emergency. · Grace Arts Committee is hosting a group art exhibit featuring work from Verona area artists: Elaine Farragher, Jill Harris and Virginia Lavin. until March 26. A free reception and artist talk will take place at the centre on Sun. March 1 from 2 to 4 pm, 4295 Stage Coach Rd, Sydenham. · Wayne Conway, a director of the Verona Community Association sent in the following information. Thirty people braved
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FEBRuary 19, 2015 the extremely cold night to attend the township’s Road 38 Corridor Study meeting. The presentations were well done and all questions were answered. The full report is on the township website for a short period of time for those who wish to view it. Log onto http://www.southfrontenac.net Click on “Living Here” and then click on “Roads and Parking”. In the short term, there will be some implementations made in 2015. New traffic speed controls with flashing lights for the school will be installed. The speed limit will be 40 km/hr for the safety of students during morning entry, lunch break and afternoon departure; otherwise the speed will be posted 50 km. Several 60 km signs will be moved further south beyond Foodland. The township will replace some speed signs with larger ones. Chevrons placed at the south from Foodland will mark a change in speed. It was also proposed that Road 38 dividing line would change to having a centre line with no onstreet parking in the core of the village. This would be studied for feasibility if implemented. All in all, the meeting had very positive feedback and lots of ideas were suggested. · Just one more week to buy Bowser his dog tags for $15. After February 28, the price goes up to $30. You can purchase these at Asselstine Hardware and Verona Hardware. · Master Gardener and HGTV host, Denis Flanagan, will present "Investing in Your Garden" an informative presentation on ideas, trends and new plants for 2015 at the Verona Lions Club on Sunday, March 8 from 2 to 4 pm. Denis will also be available to answer your gardening questions. Door prizes and give-aways include a gardener’s gift basket including four passes for Canada Blooms, Canada’s largest garden and flower show. Make connections with area horticultural societies and master gardeners. Admission is by advance ticket. There is no cost but seating will be limited. For tickets and information contact the event sponsor Karen.MacLean@investorsgroup.com or 613-384-8973. Free tickets available from Asselstine Hardware and Revell Ford Lincoln.
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· The Harrowsmith Women's Institute will hold their next meeting at St. Paul's United Church, February 24 beginning at 7pm. Plans for a Spring vintage fashion show are well under way. All ladies of the community are invited to attend. For more information call Karen 372-0501.
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Jean Brown 613-336-2516 · Harlowe Hall dance floor is all tuned up, sanded, sealed (4 coats) and ready for action. Thanks to all who worked so fabulously on it. It's open now, so, head up to Harlowe for the Old Tyme Fiddlers tomorrow (Fri. Feb. 20) at 7:30 and dance up a storm. After the prizes lunch will be served. · Then coming up on Sat. Feb. 28 is the open mike from 2 to 8PM at the ever popular Harlowe Hall, and there's no admission to get in, but donations are accepted with thanks. This event also features a yummy in the tummy pot-luck supper. · I had a good visit with Dora (Haddock-Green) Clow at the Parrott Centre, and Dora asked to be remembered to folks of our area. I had met her years ago at Mountain Grove and it was nice to get caught up on all the news and connections. · Henderson United Church held their annual congregational meeting this past week. As well, some dates were set and plans made for yummy fundraising events to aid the churchso please write these down and come to the Henderson Hall where a warm and delicious welcome awaits. Sat. May 30, Sat. Sept. 5- pancake and French toast breakfast, Mon. Aug. 3- hot roast pork sandwich luncheon. There may be other happenings as well when more folks are about. · On Sunday March 1, Henderson United will feature a union service at 10am and all are warmly welcomed. The church will re-open after a two month winter break, and continue weekly worship at the regular time. · Land O'Lakes Seniors laughed, made plans and had a great time at our monthly meeting. · Henderson Harry, the ground hog, missed coming to Henderson, but Cupid flew in- big time and all are happy.
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GODFREY Nicki Gowdy
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· There was a great turnout for the Bedford Social and dance on Valentine's Day. Everyone enjoyed themselves and organizers were very pleased with the event! Thanks to everyone who came out! · Don't forget about the Bedford Historical Research Centre Open House this Saturday at the Glendower Hall on Westport Road from 10 am - 4 pm. There will be many displays, arts & crafts and antiques. Please plan on stopping by. · A good crowd gathered at the Frontenac Arena on Family Day and took part in the festivities that were organized by the South Frontenac Recreation Committee! Kudos to the organizers and everyone who attended and fought the bitter cold to enjoy the many different activities! · Prince Charles Public School Parent Council is raising funds for new playground equipment. They are selling cookbooks with many tried and true recipes. The cost is $10 a book and you can buy them at the school or at Nicole's Gifts. Also they are also selling seedlings they can be ordered through the school as well!
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by Marie White 613-336-2557 · Thinking of Glen Thompson, Delmer Kelford, Betty Bird, Shirley Miller; also (Uncle) Walter Rosenplot. Hope all have improved in health. · Sympathy to the family of Phyllis Kellar (nee Marshall), who passed away on Sunday. We were very good friends, went to school together in Harlowe. She and husband Delbert were great supporters at the dances until she fell ill several years ago. · Erma Wise (Aunt) left us three weeks ago in Belleville. Belated sympathy to the family. · If it’s not too cold for you to travel to Harlowe, we’ll see you on Friday Feb 20, 7:30pm, at the Old Tyme Fiddlers, and at Open Mike on Sat. Feb 28, 2-8pm, potluck supper 5:30pm.
MABERLY-BOLINGBROKE Karen Prytula
613-325-1354 karenprytula33@gmail.com · Maberly Quarterly Contra & Square Dance, with music by Sheesham & Lotus is Sat. February 28, 7:30-11pm at the community hall. Cost is $10; under 14 free; no partner or experience is needed and all are welcome. Bring indoor footwear and a water bottle if you have one. · Trivia Challenge! Friday February, 27, at 6:30 p.m. Great prizes for everyone and a trophy for the winning team! Proceeds to support Tay Valley Recreation Programs. Munchies; refreshments; entry fee is $100 per team - max 10 players/ team (team members and others attending must be age 19+) Register your team of 10 by February 23. Call the municipal office at 613-267-5353. · This Week in History. As you might already know by now, next year Tay Valley Township as well as some other townships in Lanark County will be celebrating 200 years of settlement. Beginning this week in 1815, an unprecedented offer was made to the residents of Edinburgh and other areas of Scotland, and Ireland, of free transportation to British North America, and 100 acres of land to each mature male. On February 22, 1815, a now-famous proclamation declar-
ing this – the Edinburgh Proclamation – was issued by “the authority of His Royal Highness the Prince Regent, acting in the name, and on behalf of His Majesty, and communicated by the Right Honourable Earl of Bathurst”. This was the first step towards the establishment of the Perth Military Settlement, and the founding of our area – the Town of Perth, and the Townships of Tay Valley, Drummond/North Elmsley and Beckwith. Subsequent dates, leading up to our 200th anniversary, will be the subject of future editions of this column. As an aside, Frontenac County will also be celebrating an anniversary, as well as other townships in Lanark County in the very near upcoming years.
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· Don't forget to come out and support our very own Julia Schall (Grade 8 teacher at GREC) and Shawn Savoie tonight, Feb. 19 at the Center Stage Cafe at the Sharbot Lake Legion. · Lions Breakfast at Oso Hall, Feb. 28, 8 to noon. Pancakes, sausages, eggs, beans, beverages, toast -$7 adult, $3 ages 6 to 12. Sponsored by Sharbot Lake & District Lions in support of Vision Screening in local schools. · Congratulations to Maribeth Scott on her award as well as all the staff at NFCS. · Condolences to the Cronk family of the late Dr. Lawson "Bruce" Cronk. · Thinking of you to Anna Young, Joey Dupuis, Dora Goodberry, also to Mel Good. · Due to illness, Joey and Marg's store in Parham will be temporarily closed for a couple weeks. They apologize for this inconvenience. · Happy Birthday to Doris Good. · On Feb. 26 at Connections Adult Learning in Sharbot Lake there is an eight-session course on "How to study the Bible for Yourself" starting at 6:30pm. To register or for more information call 613-279-2499 · The Lenten poverty soup lunches at noon in Sharbot Lake are Feb. 25, March 4, 11, 18 and 25th with a voluntary donation to go to the food bank. The United Church and Anglican Church will alternate as hosts. See Northern Happenings. · Coffee, toast & tea at the Sharbot Lake United Church are held every 1st Tuesday of the month from 9 to 10 am. · Congratulations to Mike Thompson's broomball team and to Riley Teal's team for making it to the finals on Saturday at the Broomball tournament held at the Tichborne rink in support of the Grade 8 graduating class trip at GREC. The games were exciting and it was great to see the two teams end in a tie and decide to leave it like that. Thanks to everyone for participating in this great event. To the volunteers who made the day happen - thanks so much. · Hope everyone had a fabulous Family Day weekend and got to take part in some of the great Frontenac Heritage Festival activities. The Polar Dip was postponed to this Sunday Feb 22 due to the extreme cold temperatures last weekend. · Thanks to the generosity of WA Robinson Asset Management Ltd., Central Frontenac Minor Softball Association is hosting a raffle for 3 amazing prizes! First prize - 2 tickets to see the Ottawa Senators vs Washington Capitals on April 4, includes parking pass, $100 restaurant certificate and $50
PAGE 5 gas card to get you there! 2nd Prize - Hockey Jersey - winners' choice ($100 value) and 3rd prize $50 gas card. We thank W.A. Robinson Asset Management for sponsoring this draw to raise money to help keep our kids active and playing ball this summer. If you wish to buy tickets please see any member of the CFMSA Executive - Tickets are $5 each and draw will take place on March 28. Thanks for your support. · Happy birthday to Janice Conway, Crystal Ferdinand, Danny Meeks, Hunter Cooke, Skylar Lee, Judy Huffman, Ed Goodfellow, Kelly Kehoe, Liz Steele-Drew, Julie Team and Cheryl Gordon.
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· There will be a dance at the Sydenham Legion on Sun. March 1, 1-5pm with Picket Fences Country Band. Come and dance to some great country music from yesterday & today; spot dance, door prizes & lunch, $7pp. See you there! · Because of bad weather, the reception and artist talks at the Grace Centre by artists Elaine Farragher, Jill Harris and Virginia Lavin had to be postponed, and will now be held on Sunday, March 1, 2-4pm. The center is hosting a group exhibit of their work until March 26.
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· Friday Feb. 20 is the Bingo Fundraiser for the Clar-Mill volunteer firefighters, 7 - 9 pm at Clar-Mill Hall; cash prizes. There will also be a raffle draw. · Jack's Jam is Sat. Feb. 21 at the Clar-Mill hall from 2-9pm; potluck supper 5:30pm; all musicians, singers and dancers are welcome to participate. Sponsored by the Clar-Mill Community Volunteers, for information call Ed, 479-9909. · Clarendon Public School will host their annual Chili Competition on Wed. Feb. 25 from 5-6:30pm. Admission is $5 and you will vote for this year’s Chili Champ! There is also a delectable dessert auction. If you are interested in entering your amazing chili please phone the school 479-2264!
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· What a beautiful sight when we walked into the Snow Road Community Centre for the Valentine potluck supper put on by the men. The hall was decorated by Robert Quigley and Jeff Sworowski, with beautiful tablecloths covered in chocolate hearts and kisses. The centerpieces were ice candles in the shape of stars. There were nine of them and it took Robert 24 hours to make each one as he only had one mold. It was a beautiful supper with a bounty of delectable food and desserts, all made by the men. A video was played of Bill & Ellen Raeburn's Riverbend farm with various animals. The people who bought the farm were there - Jeff & Jenna Fenwick from north of Watson's Corners. They are cheese makers and brought samples of their cheese, which didn't last long. In the photo, Robert Quigley is shown presenting a photo
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The Township is continuing its Master Fire Plan Task Force for the next four years. The current vision of the Master Fire Plan Task Force is to prepare a Short and Long Term Plan to protect the lives and property of the residents, businesses and visitors to the Township of North Frontenac in a cost-efficient and effective manner. The current mandate is to draft a Master Fire Plan for the Township of North Frontenac for Council’s consideration. We are looking for interested individuals with knowledge of drafting a Master Fire Plan; and/or having a genuine interest and related expertise, to represent the community in drafting the Plan, for Council’s consideration. This is a volunteer position. Mileage will be paid to attend meetings. This Task Force will provide Council recommendations for Council’s consideration regarding the draft Plan that will benefit all within the Township.
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If you are interested in being a member of this Task Force please send a Letter of Interest outlining your interest and the knowledge you can bring to this group by Monday, February 23, 2015 at 12:00 PM (local time) clearly marked “Citizen Representative for the Master Fire Plan Task Force” to: Cheryl Robson, AMCT CAO Township of North Frontenac 6648 Road 506, Plevna, ON K0H 2M0 Phone: (613) 479-2231 Ext. 221 Fax: (613) 479-2352 E-mail: cao@northfrontenac.ca
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TOWNSHIP OF SOUTH FRONTENAC TREASURY DEPARTMENT NEWS Interim Tax Notices will be issued to all property owners beginning March 2, 2015. The Interim Tax notice amount is based on 35% of the annualized 2014 tax rate and assessment value. The 2015 assessment values will be reflected on the Final Tax Notice issued in June 2015. If you haven’t received your Interim Tax Notice by March 13, 2015 you should contact the Tax Department at 613-376-3027 ext. 2200 or email us at taxes@southfrontenac.net. Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC) Deadline is approaching - if you feel your assessed value as of the legislated valuation date or property classification is not correct, MPAC will review it free of charge. For the 2015 tax year, your deadline to file a Request for Reconsideration (RfR) with MPAC is March 31, 2015. Visit MPAC’s website for more information at www.mpac.ca or contact MPAC directly at 1-866-296-6722. Local MPAC office is located at 64 Dalton Avenue in Kingston. Ensure you bring all your documentation with you when you visit the MPAC office to facilitate your request.
RECREATION & ACTIVITY GUIDE (Available soon!) Keep an eye online at www.southfrontenac.net or in the Frontenac EMC at the end of February. The guide will also be available for pick up at the township office (4432 George St. Sydenham) or at the Frontenac Community Arena (4299 Arena Boundary Rd, Godfrey) The Recreation & Activity Guide provides information about many of our local community groups and organizations that offer a variety of programs and services in the Township of South Frontenac.
INVITATION TO TENDER No. PW-2015-04 FOR ONE (1) 2015 MODEL – 4X4 MID-SIZE VEHICLE Sealed submissions must be received by 1:00 p.m., February 25th, 2015, ATT: Wayne Orr, CAO, 4432 George St, Sydenham, ON, K0H 2T0. Official forms detailing the general specifications and requirements may be downloaded from the BIDDINGO.COM website or picked up: Monday to Friday between 8:30 am and 5:00 pm. Public Works Department, 2490 Keeley Rd, Sydenham, ON, K0H 2T0
WANT TO BECOME INVOLVED Council needs to appoint individuals as fence viewers to carry out the role as defined by Line Fences Act. For more details on this opportunity please see our website, new and public notices. Applications are due by noon on Fri. Feb. 27, 2015.
COUNTY OF FRONTENAC-APPLICATION FOR PLAN OF CONDOMINIUM -OPEN HOUSE - TUESDAY, MARCH 3, 2015 TAKE NOTICE THAT the County of Frontenac and the Township of South Frontenac will be holding an open house on, Tuesday, March 3, 2015, from 6:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M., at the Council Chambers 4432 George St. Sydenham, Ontario. At 6:30 p.m. Council will receive five (5) minute delegations from the public on the subject prior to the start of the regular agenda at 7:00 p.m. The purpose of the open house is as follows: Application for Plan of Condominium - Johnston Point in Part of Lots 23 & 24, Concessions VI and VII, District of Loughborough. The proposal is to develop 14 residential units and one block (for common parkland use). The units would have water frontage on Loughborough Lake or on Long Bay. The lots would be accessed by a private lane that is already constructed off of North Shore Road. The open house will permit the public, Council members, or any other group or individual to informally review displays of the proposed development and ask questions of staff. The meeting will provide attendees with an opportunity to offer input or feedback. Additional information about the application is available through the County of Frontenac at http://goo.gl/mrkJM3 or at the Township of South Frontenac municipal office.
COMMUNITY PROJECT GRANTS Submissions for the Community Project Grant Program are now being accepted. Not for profit community organizations including charitable organizations and unincorporated groups who meet the project guidelines can apply until March 31st. For more information and to access the related forms, visit our website at: www.southfrontenac.net/communitygrants
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FEBRuary 19, 2015
Need for speed slaked at Sharbot Lake Snow Drags
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s usual, the Sharbot Lake Snow Drags, which took place at Oso Beach on Saturday February 14, attracted winter speed demons of all ages. The annual event, now in its fifth year, was resurrected in 2011 after a long hiatus by an enthusiastic group of young participants in the YAK program. Official snow machine races are few and far between in Ontario, and so the Sharbot Lake Snow Drags continue to attract hundreds of riders from all over Ontario, Quebec and New York state. This year Kaylee Mustard, 7, of Westport won first place in the Kitty Kat half track the event attracted 125 Mitch Cox said that the work for him and his registered machines, 10 more than last year and more than that crew this year was considerably lessened number of racers, proving that it continues when professional groomers from the Snow Road Snow Mobile Club offered to groom the to grow in popularity. There were participants from Vals-des- snow track. Previously, it had to be packed Monts and Saint Jolie, Québec as well as down by countless volunteer riders prior to American riders from Hogansbury and race day. Spencer Robinson and his crew Ogdensburg, New York. In addition to the took charge of preparing the ice track. This year, conditions were perfect for the regular races, a few new classes were added to the lineup, including an improved stock trail races and Mitch Cox said that riders, observers and volunteers really lucked out on race class and a King of the Trail open class. This year Rob and Jen Day of Kingston day because the weather was considerably put on the BBQ lunch to feed the hungry rid- warmer than the biting temperatures on Friers and announcer Robin Flaro did a stellar day and Sunday. The races also give young riders a chance job announcing the races. Youngsters were awarded their trophies right after their races to show their skills. Seven-year-old Kaylee and the other awards and prizes were hand- Mustard of Westport, who has been sledding ed out at a special awards ceremony at Oso for just over two years, raced for her very first hall once when the races wrapped up in the time and it was a happy day for her when she took home a trophy after placing first in early afternoon. The event is put on by the Oso Recreation the Kitty Kat half track class. Hats off to all of of Central Frontenac with the help of a num- the organizers and the countless dedicated ber of dedicated community volunteers. Key volunteers who together put on another safe, volunteers include Scott and Mitch Cox and smooth and seamless event that keeps sledtheir crew, who prepare the snow tracks. ders coming back year after year.
Talent and tradition T he Heritage Festival has a unique way of bringing together both past traditions and present day talent and this year’s festival, the ninth annual, was no exception. Highlights included the opening Friday night talent show, which took place for the
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first time at the cafetorium at Granite Ridge Education Centre. A large crowd of music lovers gathered for an eclectic line up that covered a wide expanse of musical ground and included many first time performances. The Arden duo known as Sympathy Ghost, comprised of Dan Keeler and Kate Turner, gave a heartfelt performance that included one original they co-wrote and which they performed for the first time. Rob Moore, who emceed the event, kept the ball rolling and sang an original comedic ditty about his home town of Sharbot Lake, titled “One Cold Town”, the lyrics paying re-
Siblings Natalie and Lucas Reynolds wowed the crowd at the talent show
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2015 RECYCLE CALENDARS Please retain your current 2014-2015 Recycle calendar for use until the end of August. There will NOT be one in your March tax bill package. As the Township will be entering into contract negotiations this year, we will NOT be issuing a new Recycle calendar until the summer of 2015. Thank you for your continuing commitment to recycling.
HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE DEPOT The Household Hazardous Waste Depot now operates on winter hours. The depot will be open on February 26th from 3 pm – 7 pm. See our website under ‘Living Here/Solid Waste/ Recycling’ for more information or call 613-376-3900 Ext 4330.
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Sir John A. in Sharbot Lake
Centre - Sir John A. MacDonald (Paul Dyck) poses with Town Heritage Festival chair and founder, Janet Gutowski.
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o just who was that tall, lean, fur-cloaked man who toured Sharbot Lake village, speaking with a Scottish lilt and sparking off this year’s Frontenac Heritage Festival? He was no one-time, off-the-cuff impersonator. Paul Dyck, who played our famed Scottish first prime minister, Sir. John A. MacDonald, hails from St. Catharines, Ontario. He studied drama at Queens University and recently graduated in 2013. For the last four years he has been working as an
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actor for the SALON Theatre in Kingston, a company that focuses on the history of Kingston and specifically on Sir John A. MacDonald. Most recently the company has been working on a project called Sir John A . 2015, which gives an account of the life and times of Canada's first prime minister. The company offers up costumed walking tours of Kingston in the summer months and performs in a touring road and rail show for students across Canada. Dyck's height and practiced delivery make him the perfect doppelganger for Sir John A. When I caught up with him as he toured Sharbot Lake prior to the festival's opening on Friday night, Dyck said that he has been Crier Paddy O’Connor and Frontenac playing MacDonald regularly for the last year and that he thoroughly enjoys the role. “You get to play a politician without actually having to be one”, he said. “I can be jovial and charming and offer up a bit of comedy and a bit of wit, which is always lot of fun”, he said as he posed with the staff at the Sharbot Lake Pharmacy. As far as the challenges go, Dyck said the difficulties in playing the famed Scot come with MacDonald's “complicated legacy” and the fact that he was such a complex and
PAGE 7 often polarizing figure. “He had a lot of both positives and negatives associated with his legacy and though the negatives don't often come up, I am totally prepared to deal with them when they do.“ Part of his responsibility in playing the role is knowing both sides of the story and Dyck, who is well read and a Canadian history buff, said he knows his facts and feels confident to be able to respond to any issues that do come up. Some of the more negative aspects of Sir John A.'s legacy, which Dyck cited, include MacDonald's attitude and treatment of Canada's indigenous people and the Chinese migrant workers, and of course MacDonald's well known tendency to overindulge in drink. But Dyck was also quick to point out that he was also responsible for uniting the country, building the Canadian Pacific Railway, which Dyck cited as “the impossible dream” and “one of the single largest achievements the world has ever seen”, as well as launching the RCMP and the Canadian Coastguard. Dyck said that the policy at the SALON Theatre is to always play historic roles “with warts and all.” “Our goal is to always bring awareness to both the positives and negatives of these historic persons and we always try to avoid being one-sided”. Dyck was presented with a print of Sharbot Lake's mural of Sir John A.’s funeral train following the festival’s opening ceremonies and he also performed a couple of songs in the opening night talent show that followed. His appearance definitely made this year’s festival a memorable one.
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wenty-one brave souls toed the line and took off running when the town crier rang the bell. On this Family Day, the first family was the Melkmanaters, Liam, Elizabeth, and Derek. Two k winners were: 1. Hazuki Ono, 2.Natsuki Ono, and 3. Macy Whan for the girls; and 1. Graham Melkman and 2. Victor Heese for the men. The 5k was all ladies with Sandy Robertson 1st, Naomi Ono 2nd, and Christine Patterson 3rd. Donna Larocque was first in the lady’s 10k race, while the men’s 10k was hotly contested by Rudy Hollywood 1st, Jeff Green 2nd, and Karl Kent 3rd. Erik Zierer from Flight Centre Associates presented First Local trophies to Charlotte Hilder and Victor Heese. $160 was raised for future exercise equipment to be placed outside for the use of Sharbot Lake and area families. Polar bear cookies were enjoyed by all.
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SOCIAL NOTES IN MEMORIAM
Thompson, Winston
Linda Commodore February 28, 2014. Beautiful memories, silently kept of a wonderful mother, I'll never forget. Your son, Steven
In loving memory of my daughter-in-law
Brenda Crawford February 26, 2010. and my daughter
Linda Commodore February 28, 2014 Miss you, love Mom
McGinnis In loving memory of our dear parents and grandparents Dad (Clifford) Feb. 16, 2004 Mom (Florence) July 13, 2002 Your lives were a blessing, Your memories a treasure You are both loved beyond words And missed beyond measure. Jean, Bev, Ron & families
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In loving memory of Karen Thompson (nee Dawson) October 19, 1972 - February 22, 2012 The Day God Took You Home A million times I've needed you, A million times I've cried, If love alone could have saved you, You never would have died. In life I loved you dearly, In death I love you still, In my heart you hold a place, No one else can ever fill. It broke my heart to lose you, But you didn't go alone, Part of me went with you, The day God took you home. Lovingly remembered by (Mom) Shiella Dawson
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I come to the garden alone, while the dew is still on the roses dedicated to May and her nurses
who passed away February 18, 2002. Gone but not forgotten. Thought of every day and always loved. Mom, Reta Bush
In loving memory of my mother
Hello Beautiful Lady By Marion Hart
IN MEMORIAM
In loving memory of my son Winston Thompson
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Hold my hand beautiful lady and we’ll go back in time Walk with me lady back to yours and mine With your lovely brown hair tied up in a long braid Wound lovingly around your sweet head Night comes and it’s brushed down your back over and over With waves and waves as she waits for her lover A dashing young man comes calling at midnight He comes by the moon’s bright light Now their story is told Of bringing her gifts of silver and gold Sweet chocolate he brings her to sweeten her taste With the smile of a lover his heart begins to race Is this the young lady he saw in the glen Dressed in a white wedding gown He would marry her again Time was on their side As they followed their hearts Now her hair has turned gray You remember the time, when did it start As their hearts become one in the garden below Their children are born with hair white as snow A home of theirs now covered with ivy Hanging around I love you lady with your hair flowing down The nurses lay her down gently and she goes to a time With her children playing round her Are they hers or mine She talks of my grandchildren I told her about As we swing and dance from her wheelchair no doubt Is she with us or her husband at war Is she sitting under the apple tree waiting for
Editor's note: Marion dictated this poem to us from her hospital bed in Perth. It is dedicated to a friend, May, whom she met when they were in hospital together. May passed away just last Friday, February 13 at the age of 90. We published another of Marion’s poems last week, “The Winter Moon of our Content”, which she had also dictated to us from the hospital.
Consultation on Repurposing the 600 MHz Band of Spectrum By Steven James May
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anadian citizens own the airwaves. As such, Industry Canada has given citizens until February 26, 2015 to submit comments on how Canada might repurpose a valuable portion of the airwaves (also known as spectrum). Industry Canada is aiming to take portions of your 600 MHz band of spectrum, currently used for over-the-air (OTA) TV and other services, and use it instead for cell phone and wireless high-speed Internet services (called "mobile bandband"). Back in 2011, portions of your 700 MHz spectrum were moved from OTA TV in the hopes that companies like Bell and Rogers would use it for cell phone and wireless Internet services. While some Canadians lost their "rabbit ears TV" as a result of the 700 MHz transition, the hope was that they would gain cell phone and wireless Internet services in return. As of 2015, such services using the 700 MHz band of spectrum have been slow to emerge in Frontenac County and Lennox & Addington County. Having+already repurposed the 700 MHz $75.60 HST per insertion
band of spectrum, Industry Canada would now like to do the same for the 600 MHz band of spectrum. Sample questions from the full 600 MHz consultation (available online at www.ic.gc.ca) follow below: "Question 1: Industry Canada is seeking comments on the overall proposal of repurposing the band to include commercial mobile broadband and the initial step of participating in a joint repacking process with the United States." "Question 2: Industry Canada is seeking comments on the future spectrum requirements for OTA TV broadcasting, taking into consideration the overall changes to the broadcasting industry, and noting that the CRTC Let’s Talk TV hearing recently closed." Your comments are to be e-mailed to spectrum.auctions@ic.gc.ca or mailed to Senior Director, Spectrum Licensing and Auction Operations, Industry Canada, 235 Queen St., Ottawa, ON K1A 0H5 by February 26.
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him to come from afar She could be making his supper when he comes in from the barn Is she winding up great balls of yarn The nurses now tend to her with love and care If only memories she would share The young lady has turned old now Still dreaming of her lover and moonlight She cries and sings of her own plight When is he coming to take her home With chocolates, flowers and wine The days are so precious as she lingers in time Everyone questions the smile on her face As she steps so lively to the song in her heart She holds out her arms and dances with glee Of the dancing young man only she can see. They dance and dream of the days behind The young lovers swing around with the finest music that can be found Now the years are passing her hair is now sparse Her dreams are fading as she remembers him first Memories of loving the dear man who’s now bent and old He comes to her at night to hold her tight In the midnight moonlight he remembers the night He sits beside her in the garden Young lovers of old As they finish their journey Ahead of the times of new love and glory Heaven is waiting as they take their last steps To the garden they now walk with the light shining bright. (written January 20, 2015)
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Outdoors in the Land O’ Lakes - Winter Survival A
s you try to stay warm this month, just think of the animals and birds that somehow survive these freezing, icy winter blasts. It seems they have all adapted their own methods of survival. I used to wonder how tiny little birds like chickadees ever managed to survive temperatures as low as minus 40C but, I understand, they go into a deep sleep called “torpor”. The torpor state can last for a few hours on a really cold night or it may last for days or weeks. Only warm blooded animals can use the deep sleep of torpor to survive the winter such as raccoons, skunks, some birds and some rodents. The other type of deep sleep, of course, is “hibernation”. Black bears can sleep for more than six months. They don’t eat or drink and females may give birth while in the den. This deep sleep has the added benefit of saving energy as the heartbeat drops to a fraction of its normal level. For many years, there was controversy as to whether bears actually hibernated, because over-wintering bears only experienced a slight drop in body temperature compared to smaller animals. Hibernation though is defined by lowered rates of metabolic activity. Since the metabolism of a bear can drop by 75%, they are confirmed hibernators. Another true hibernator is the woodchuck. Its temperature drops from 98F to 40F. Its heartbeat slows from 80 beats per minute to just 4!! Can you imagine the shock when poor Wiarton Willie and his friends are awakened from such a deep sleep to encounter the cold and noise of a bunch of humans hanging around his cage?
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A lot of animals survive the winter by of insulating fat as cold weather apstaying active the whole time. They grow proaches. a layer of fat and thicker, warmer fur. The Even some insects migrate such snowshoe hare and the short-tailed weaas the monarch butterfly. Of course it sel adapt to their winter habitat by turning may take several generations of the white so that they blend in with the snow. monarch to make the arduous journey Others that are active all winter are mink, south. They go through the same roushrews, voles, foxes and some squirrels. tine when they head north again. With the trees bare of leaves, it’s easy A few frogs such as spring peepers, to spot the leaf houses built by squirrels tree frogs and wood frogs spend the where they can snuggle together to keep Black-capped Chickadee winter buried under dead leaves on warm and also be hidden from predators. the forest floor. Their blood changes In forested areas they prefer hollows in old trees to build so they don’t freeze easily. Snow on top of the leaves also their nests. helps keep them from freezing. You’ve all heard the peepers Although raccoons supposedly go into a torpor state, it on the first warm day of spring singing their hearts out. has been my experience that they wake quite often, espeSome reptiles and amphibians such as turtles burrow into cially during mild days, and grab whatever food they can the mud at the bottom of a pond or shallow bay. They get the – quite often food from any nearby bird feeders! Raccoons oxygen they need from the water through their skin. have always loved to search for food in the open waters of While walking the past couple of mornings, I heard chickathe spring that bubbles up in front of our cottage. It is open dees calling out their “fee bee” sound. They do a better verall year regardless of temperatures. sion than real phoebes. The chickadees start to make this Many birds migrate south to warmer climates although sound when it’s getting near breeding time – perhaps the quite a few stay here – grouse, wild turkeys, chickadees, males are calling out to the girls – in any case it makes me hawks, owls, jays, etc. Most grow inner winter feathers and feel as though spring is only a few weeks away! You have to fluff them up to stay warm. Grouse burrow into snowdrifts be optimistic. during cold spells and use the snow to protect them from Please send your observations to Lorraine Julien at nathe freezing air. This is called a ‘snow roost’. Like mammals, turewatching@gmail.com or Steve Blight at frontenac.namany birds such as geese and ducks put on an extra layer ture@gmail.com
Public meetings on emergency and urgent care scenarios I t is 2:00 in the morning. Your child has a fever and the fever has spiked. You give the child some medication to control the fever but you are in a quandary. Should you sit with your child and see if the fever drops? Should you drive to the emergency department? Should you call 911 for an ambulance? These kinds of dilemmas occur in all kinds of families; those with young children, elderly relatives, or a member who is chronically ill. It occurs for people who live alone or who are caring for a spouse or a parent. The Rural Kingston Health Link is holding three public information sessions to talk about what options people have when they are in need of medical help and don't know where to turn. Dr. Ken Edwards from the Emergency Department at Kingston General Hospital, Gale Chevalier from Frontenac Paramedic Services, and the staff of the Verona Medical Centre will be on hand at Trinity United Church in Verona next Tuesday, February 24, from 7 until 9 pm to talk about what is available and to listen to public concerns.
One of the concerns among those who provide emergency care is that over 50% of emergency room visits would be better dealt with through other means. “There is a difference between urgent care and emergency care,” said Lynn Wilson, of the Rural Kingston Health Link. This distinction has implications both in terms of costs for the emergency departments and land ambulance, and for patients, who might find themselves spending a sleepless night in the waiting room at KGH when they would be better off at home. One example of an alternative to emergency room visits is the option to contact a doctor over the phone. By calling their local family health teams or family practice in Sydenham, Sharbot Lake, Northbrook or Tamworth after hours, patients from those clinics will be referred to Tele-Health Ontario, and through Tele-Health they can access an on-call doctor from one of the local clinics. Patients of the Verona clinic are directly referred to the on-call doctor. Even if that doctor is not from their own clinic, the doctor
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will still have access to the patient's medical file, and can offer advice tailored to the patient's medical history. All of the clinics also have extended-hour clinics throughout the week, during which time they accept patients from any of the other clinics in the region. Frontenac Paramedic Services is developing a community paramedicine program, to make better use of the skills of paramedics in between emergency calls, and to help reduce unnecessary visits to the emergency room. They will be using the meetings to help them tailor their programs to local needs, and to help them avoid duplicating services that are offered by other providers. For those who cannot attend the meeting in Verona on the 24th, similar meetings are scheduled for Sydenham on March 10 and Sharbot Lake on March 24. The public meetings are meant to foster a two-way conversation. Those attending will be encouraged to share their own experiences and their ideas for how they could be better served. For more information see the ad on page 2.
South Frontenac to raise extra million in taxes - SF Council, Feb. 17 By Wilma Kenny ouncil approved a 2015 capital and operating draft budget of $15.5 million to be raised by taxation, an increase of $993,000 or 6.85% over 2014. This only amounts to a 2% increase in the tax rate thanks to increases in property assessment values. In order to hold the increase to the level directed by Council, the fire hall value in the capital budget was cut from $2,200,000 to $1,000,000; a $30,000 fire master plan was added to capital, to be funded from reserves; the replacement of one backhoe was postponed by a year; and $1,000 was removed from professional consulting fees. The school board has not yet announced the education levy.
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Mayor Vandewal thanked staff and council for their cooperation and hard work during the budget process. End-of-Year building report: Both building permits issued (471) and construction values ($29 million) for 2014 are up from last year, but are still 72 fewer permits and almost $4 million less in value than the 2011 record high. County Sustainability Advisory Committee report: Deputy Mayor McDougall drew Council’s attention to the recommendations proposed by the County’s SAC December report, which makes interesting reading (See township website) but cautioned that it is at the information stage only, and is meant to provide the townships with opportunities to work with the County when developing their own strategic plans. South Frontenac Rides: Councilor Ross Sutherland (the “cycling campaigner’) reported briefly on the inaugural meeting of 18 residents interested in encouraging bicycling in South Frontenac. Their first project is to hold a bicycle promotion day on June 7, during National Bike Week. As a long-range goal, they see cycling as one way to help attract tourism and jobs to South Frontenac. Family Day a success: Deputy Mayor McDougall commented on the huge success of Family Day at the Piccadilly
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Thursday, February 19 SHARBOT LAKE - CENTER STAGE CAFE w/ Julia Schall & Shawn Savoie, Country Folk music, at Legion, 7–9:30pm; $5
Friday February 20 HARLOWE - OLD TYME FIDDLERS, 7:30pm, community hall, $6 non-members, $5 members, entertainers $2, lunch, prizes. All welcome 613-336-2557 KINGSTON CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP CHURCH - CONCERT “Sing ‘N Strings”, free, w/ Trinity United Church Choir & Kingston Community String Orchestra, 7:30pm, 2621 Road 38 PLEVNA – BINGO FUNDRAISER for ClarMill volunteer firefighters, 7-9pm, cash prizes, Clar-Mill hall SHARBOT LAKE – EUCHRE, noon, Anglican Church hall, $5 includes lunch, proceeds to the church, all welcome SHARBOT LAKE – DINNER at the Legion. 5:30–7pm, chicken SNOW ROAD SNOWMOBILE CLUB “Ride For Dad” Committee Meeting, 7pm; also Kingston & Pembroke Snow Trails Association Meeting, 8pm, at Snowmobile Clubhousem, 1106 Gemmills Road
Saturday February 21 BEDFORD HISTORICAL RESEARCH CENTRE is opening their office, 10am-4pm, also displays i.e. arts & crafts antiques & genealogy DENBIGH - FAMILY FUN DAY at Heritage Park 11am-2;30pm; games, free children’s lunch; snow & ice sculptures, call 613-3332224
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NORTHBROOK - 50’S & 60’S DINNER DANCE, Lions Hall; sponsored by Land O’ Lakes Lions & Northbrook Legion; prizes, spot dancing; tickets: Debbie Robillard 613336-8502 PLEVNA – JACK’S JAM, Clar-Mill hall, 2-9pm; potluck supper 5:30pm; all welcome and all musicians, singers, dancers welcome to participate; sponsors: Clar-Mill Community Volunteers, info: Ed, 479-9909 SNOW ROAD - FUNDRAISER BREAKFAST, 8-11am, Snowmobile Club, 1106 Gemmills Rd.all welcome.
Sunday February 22 BEDFORD OPEN MIC & JAM, 1-5pm, Bedford Hall 1381 Westport Rd, Bluegrass, Country, Gospel & more, $2, 613-374-2614 FLINTON - COFFEE HOUSE, Open mic @ Through the Roof Ministry Center, 6:30pm, all welcome SHARBOT LAKE - POLAR BEAR PLUNGE, 11am at Sharbot Lake Marina (rescheduled from Feb 15). Come and cheer them on!
Monday February 23 PARHAM DINERS, noon, United Church hall, for those 50+. $10, reservations requ’d: 613279-3151 SHARBOT LAKE – FOOT CARE CLINIC, seniors’ centre, appointment: 613-279-3151.
Tuesday, February 24 HARROWSMITH WOMEN’S INSTITUTE meeting at St. Paul’s United Church, 7pm; all ladies in the community invited; info: Karen 613-372-0501, PLEVNA - MOVIE NIGHT, Clarendon Central Public School, sponsored by Northern Frontenac Community Services, all welcome, 3-5pm PLEVNA - PANCAKE SUPPER, 5-7pm, $8; 5-12yrs $4; under 5 free; sponsor: Clar-Mill Community Volunteers VERONA - “URGENT CARE & EMERGENCY SERVICES” information session, 7-9pm at Trinity United Church, w/ paramedics, emergency physician, medical & nursing staff,
MOUNTAIN GROVE Marilyn Meeks 613-335-4531 email: marilynarchie@sympatico.ca
book of memories to Ellen and Bill (photo courtesy of John Kilttle). Birthday people were Sheila Kittle, Johanna & Peter, Murray Elliott, Ellen Raeburn and Greg Bullock. Great job guys, you get 10 stars. The next potluck supper is March 11 and it will be an international theme. · I forgot Carrie Webster's birthday last week; she will be three years old. Happy birthday, Carrie. · Welcome to Canada, Chloe Olliver. Chloe is from Rouen, France. She is here to learn English and is staying with Don & Joelle McLean for six months. · Sympathy to Agnes Thomas on the loss of her sister, Beatrice Closs, on Feb. 7. · Get well wishes to Earl Sergeant. · Approximately 75 people attended the Valentine's supper at Elphin hall on Saturday. It was a fantastic supper and there were lots of prizes and lots of baskets to bid on. The longest married couple were the Neumans, 60 years, and the most recent married couple were Shannon & Robert Barr (Sept. 2014). Thanks to everyone who volunteered. It takes many people to put something like this on and there were many children helping, which was wonderful to watch. · Smile: Put your troubles in a pocket with a hole in it.
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· Breakfast at Oso Hall, Feb. 28, 8 to noon. Pancakes, sausages, eggs, beans, beverages, toast - $7 adult, $3 ages 6 to 12. Sponsored by Sharbot Lake & District Lions Club in support of Vision Screening in our local schools. · Our sympathy to Bill and Allan Flynn and Carol Hawley on the loss of their brother, Jerry, who was from Mountain Grove but resided in Perth. Sympathy to David Caird on the passing of his brother Raymond Caird. Sorry to hear that Thomas Fitzgerald had passed away. Sympathy also to Tom Rose at the passing of his father, Robert Rose · Happy birthday to Tyler Hawley, 2, Danny Meeks, Dorothy Gray, Doreen Warren, Dianna Kirkpatrick, Landon Gibbs, Brenda Warren, Charlene Tadson, Peggy Green, Chris McDonald, Cleo Price, Jim Kelly, Jennifer Matson, Judy Cardwell, Amanda Nason, Florence Oliver, Judy Huffman, Sandy Scott, Sadi Clark, Barbara Cowdy, Hilder Baker. · Thinking of Marion Hart, Doreen Warren, Betty and Norman MacCrimmon, Glen Fox, Gordon and Marjorie Willett, Bill Powers, Louise Meeks, Lorna Gray, Melville Lapointe. · I enjoyed reading the Valentine poem by Marion Hart, who has written many stories and poems concerning her family. She is very talented. · On February 13 my spouse took me to a delicious roast beef dinner at Circle Square Ranch. The wonderful dinner was catered by Debby Hartwick. · The Land O' Lakes seniors met for a noon potluck dinner on February 11.The president, John Purdon, opened the meeting with the
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Wednesday February 25 OMPAH - BIRTHDAY BASH & COMMUNITY POTLUCK, 5:30pm, community hall, games after, all welcome PLEVNA - CHILI COMPETITION & dessert auction 5-6:30pm, Clarendon Public School; $5; to enter chili phone the school, 479-2264! RURAL WOMEN’S GROUP, 1:30-3pm, Rural VISIONS Centre, 4419 George St.; free transportation avail: 613-376-6477; 1-800-7639610, all women welcome SHARBOT LAKE FARMERS MARKET Farm Vendor Info Session, 6:30pm, St. Lawrence Employment Centre, 1099 Garrett St.; please pre-register (free), info@sharbotlakefarmersmarket.ca. SHARBOT LAKE - POVERTY LUNCHEON & LENT DEVOTIONS noon-1pm United Church; free will offering for food bank, all welcome
Thursday February 26 HARROWSMITH DINERS, noon, Free Methodist Church, for 55+yrs, $11. Reservations required 613-376-6477
Friday February 27 MOUNTAIN GROVE: Spaghetti Dinner & Silent Pie Auction Fundraiser, Land O’ Lakes Public School, 5-8pm; free will offering; proceeds to Grade 7/8 class Grad trip NORTHBROOK - EUCHRE TOURNAMENT Golden Sunset Seniors, 7pm, Lions hall info: Cecil, 613-336-2289.
Saturday February 28 BIG GULL LAKE - TRAPPERS COUNCIL FISHING DERBY, tickets $10, 12 & under free; great prizes; random draw from all tickets: info 613-336-8359; www.trapon.org; proceeds to conservation projects ENTERPRISE - BREAKFAST at Stone Mills Pentecostal Church, $5, 9am, all welcome 613-374-2377 HARLOWE - OPEN MIKE & MUSIC JAM, 2-8pm, community centre, potluck supper 5:30pm, all welcome 613-336-2557 KINGSTON CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP
Lord's Prayer then read from his "Happiness File", which always causes a lot of laughter. Jean Brown had the hall gaily decorated for Valentine's Day. The next meeting will start at 11am on March 11with the dinner at noon. Members are asked to bring an item that they do not want and exchange it for something else on the "exchange table". Come and join us for an afternoon of fun. · If you like to play Cribbage, every Wednesday at 2pm players gather to play at the Arden Legion. Come and enjoy a social afternoon; $3 each On Friday 20 at noon at the Sharbot Lake Anglican church hall there will be a euchre game. $5 gets you a delicious lunch and game with prizes for high, low, and lone hands. · A survival item is a pencil to remind you to list your blessings each day.
OPP reportS (Tamworth) On Sat., Feb. 14 at 10:15 pm an OPP officer performing routine patrol noticed a vehicle parked with the lights off at the side of the road near Cedarstone Road in Tamworth. The officer checked the vehicle, a 2000 Buick four door grey, and questioned the two male occupants. As a result of an investigation the two males were arrested. Charged with break, enter and theft, possession of break in tools, and possession of stolen property is a 28-year-old man of no fixed address. Charged with break and enter, and theft under $5,000 is a 22-year-old Napanee man. The OPP is appealing to the public for information from anyone who may have witnessed this vehicle or the occupants in the Tamworth area on the evening of February 14. Please call the Napanee OPP or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.
CHURCH, Women’s Conference, February 27 & 28; 2621 Road 38, speaker: Heather Moran; registration $30 info: Claire: 613 766-6207; tiffanyklloyd@gmail.com MABERLY - CONTRA & SQUARE DANCE, community hall 7:30pm w/ Sheesham & Lotus, $10; under 14 free; no partner or experience needed, all welcome SHARBOT LAKE - BREAKFAST, Oso Hall, 8am-noon; pancakes, sausages, eggs, beverages, $7; $3 ages 6-12; sponsored by Sharbot Lake & District Lions in support of vision screening in local schools. SNOW ROAD SNOWMOBILE CLUB “Ride For Dad” - Fighting Prostate Cancer; register at RideForDad.ca or 8-10am at Clubhouse, 1106 Gemmills Road; lunch stop on ride; prizes; free registration for riders w/ pledges of $100 or more.
Sunday March 1 SYDENHAM - RECEPTION & ARTIST TALKS, Grace Centre, 2-4pm; refreshments, exhibit of works by Elaine Farragher, Jill Harris and Virginia Lavin continues to March 26; all welcome SYDENHAM LEGION DANCE w/ Picket Fences Country Band, 1-5pm; spot dance, door prizes & lunch, $7pp
Tuesday March 3 SNOW ROAD – KEENAGERS, 1-3pm, community centre, music, inspirational message, all are welcome
Wednesday March 4 SHARBOT LAKE - POVERTY LUNCHEON & LENT DEVOTIONS noon-1pm Anglican Church; free will offering for food bank, all welcome SNOW ROAD – FOOT CARE CLINIC, community centre, appointment: 613-279-3151.
Thursday March 5 DENBIGH - RETIRED TEACHERS & FRIENDS: Luncheon at The Blue Bench Cafe, 11:30am. To attend phone 613-479-2837 by Mar. 3 at noon. SHARBOT LAKE - SPAGHETTI SUPPER, United Church hall, 5-7pm, fundraiser for El Salvador missions trip, $10; $30 family; info: Pentecostal Church, 613-279-2267
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respect to its local folk and businesses. The local Sharbot Lake line dancers glided their way through a number of country and pop favorites, and Brian Robertson, accompanied by brother Sid and their good friend Fred also performed a number of locally inspired originals written by Robertson, which highlighted the unique rural landscapes and communities of Maberly and Mountain Grove. The show-stopping sibling duo of Natalie and Lucas Reynolds charmed listeners with their highly polished and mainly Celtic-inspired repertoire. These two young musicians amazed listeners at the talent show last year and this year they were even better. Mike Procter played the town clown and did an impressive set of stand up comedy. Nancy and the Plaids closed out the show with an energetic set that left the crowd wanting more. On Saturday it was the area’s pioneer traditions that were front and center at Dr. Bell's magical pioneer log home. A horse-drawn wagon brought visitors to and from the house courtesy of Bill Lee and his gorgeous equine team. There were quilting and spinning demos courtesy of Jean Clair and Beth Abbott, and local musician Gordon Wright alternately played on the bagpipes and banjo. Dr. Peter Bell and his crew of traditionally dressed pioneers offered up warm cider and Scottish oatmeal biscuits to their guests, and Dr. Bell, who can speak at length about the house, its construction and every single artifact that graces it, was on hand to answer questions. For those who have yet to visit Dr Bell’s log house, it alone is worth the trip to the festival. It has the ability to transport visitors back in time to what living a pioneer life might have been like and is so inviting it makes one want to move right in.
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Northern Frontenac Community Services Data Analysis Coordinator Permanent Full Time 35 hours per week Job Summary: • Support early years research, evaluation and information needs at the community, regional, and provincial level • Collect, analyze and report on information relevant to the community and/ or early years sector. • Build Community capacity to understand and apply early years research Requirements: • University Degree including courses on social statistics and research methodology • Knowledge of Early Years research and implications for communities • Experience with statistical analysis and data modeling • Experience with web metrics and online performance analysis is an asset • Approximately 3 years of work experience in related field • Experience with computer programming is an asset • Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle • Satisfactory Criminal Reference Check Closing Date: Noon, Thursday March 5, 2015 Please indicate salary expectations Electronic Submissions will be accepted (MS Word or PDF Format Only) and may be sent to mbscott@frontenac.net Subject message – Data Analysis Coordinator Applicants may also mail or fax a resumé to: Maribeth Scott, Acting Executive Director Children Services Northern Frontenac Community Services Box 250, Sharbot Lake, ON K0H 2P0 613-279-2565 (fax) mbscott@frontenac.net
MERA Seed Swap T he best remedy for winter blues is to think spring! And that's best done in a convivial group, so come join us to swap seeds and garden stories. It's the fourth annual Seed Swap hosted by the McDonalds Corners Farmers' Market on Saturday, March 7, at the MERA Schoolhouse. Bring seeds - the ones you saved from last year's garden or the left-overs (commercial or saved) that you didn't plant. Bring containers (small bottles or envelopes, plus labels and markers) for the new-to-you seeds that you'll take home. Bring friends to share the fun! The seeds are all priceless, as we try to live the principle of free seed supply. On the sale tables will be garden accessories such as books and utility aprons, plus farmers' market jams, eggs and other goodies. If you have garden-related items that you would
Northern Frontenac Community Services Executive Director Permanent Full-time - 40 hours/week Northern Frontenac Community Services (NFCS) is a community agency delivering a broad array of critical social services for adults and children to the residents of Central, North and parts of South Frontenac Townships. NFCS works in collaboration with a number of other agencies in the provision of these services. We are a charitable, non-profit organization. Our funders include the Ministry of Health and Long Term Care, the Ministry of Community and Social Services/Children and Youth, Ministry of Education, the United Way and the City of Kingston/County of Frontenac. Job Summary • Provide leadership in developing program, organizational and financial plans with the Board of Directors and staff, and carry out plans and policies authorized by the Board. • Administer the funds of the organization according to the approved financial plan and monitor and enhance the financial stability of the organization • Determine staffing requirements (volunteer and paid staff) for organizational management and program delivery • Research funding sources, oversee the development of fund raising plans and write funding proposals to increase the funds of the organization • Establish good working relationships and collaborative arrangements with community groups, funders, politicians, and other organizations to help achieve the goals of the organization • Work with staff and the Board in developing strategies, financial plans, service programs, and organizational policies and procedures Requirements • University degree in a relevant discipline is preferred. • Minimum of 5 years’ management experience preferably in the not-for-profit sector • Effective leadership skills, with a strong focus on mentoring and motivation of a skilled and enthusiastic team of employees and volunteers. • Strong knowledge of fiscal management and responsibility, business finance, capital funding, contracts, and partnerships. • Sound understanding of risk management. • A well-defined sense of diplomacy, including solid negotiation, conflict resolution, and people management skills. • Experience creating and managing financial plans • Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle • Knowledge of rural issues Please indicate salary expectations with application Only successful applicants will be contacted Closing Date: Noon, Friday, March 6, 2015 Submissions will only be accepted in electronic format (MS Word or PDF files Only) and may be sent to lchappel279 @hotmail.com Subject message – Executive Director Northern Frontenac Community Services Box 250, Sharbot Lake, ON K0H 2P0 613-279-2565 (fax) 613-279-3151 (phone)
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like to sell, please contact Kristine Swaren at 613-278-1226 at least a week ahead. Although it's a drop-in, any time between 10 am and 2 pm, be warned - you will want to stay for a while to share gardening tips as well as seeds! The Steady Way (Sean and Aynsley) will be providing café service with yummy treats. For more information, please visit the McDonalds Corners Farmers' Market page on Facebook, or www.meraschoolhouse.org
The Township of North Frontenac is seeking proposals from qualified Contractor / Firm(s), for the following:
REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL (RFP) RFP No. 2015-03 – One ¾ Ton Heavy Duty 4 Wheel Drive Truck 2015 Model Year Proposal documents and the prescribed Submission forms, which include the Minimum Requirements and Specifications, shall be obtained from the Municipal Office, 6648 Road 506, Plevna, Ontario or by email at financialsupport@ northfrontenac.ca Please direct any specific inquiries to Jim Phillips, P. Eng. Public Works Manager publicworks@northfrontenac.ca or (613) 479-2231 Extension 230. Lowest or any proposal submission may not necessarily be accepted. The Township reserves the right to cancel the Request for Proposal at any time up to the notification of Award. Submissions shall be submitted to the undersigned, on the prescribed form, in a sealed package, clearly identifying the document as: “RFP No. 2015-03 One ¾ Ton Heavy Duty 4 Wheel Drive Truck 2015 Model Year” on or before 2:00 PM local time on Thursday, March 12th, 2015 Cheryl Robson, A.M.C.T. Chief Administrative Officer 6648 Road 506 Plevna, ON K0H 2M0
The Township of North Frontenac is seeking proposals from qualified Contractor / Firm(s), for the following:
REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL (RFP) RFP No. 2015-04 - Tandem Plow Truck with U-Body Dump/Spreader 2015 Model Year Proposal documents and the prescribed Submission forms, which include the Minimum Requirements and Specifications, shall be obtained from the Municipal Office, 6648 Road 506, Plevna, Ontario or by email at financialsupport@ northfrontenac.ca Please direct any specific inquiries to Jim Phillips, P. Eng. Public Works Manager publicworks@northfrontenac.ca or (613) 479-2231 Extension 230. Lowest or any proposal submission may not necessarily be accepted. The Township reserves the right to cancel the Request for Proposal at any time up to the notification of Award. Submissions shall be submitted to the undersigned, on the prescribed form, in a sealed package, clearly identifying the document as: “RFP No. 2015-04 Tandem Plow Truck with U-Body Dump/ Spreader 2015 Model Year” on or before 2:00 PM local time on Thursday, March 12th, 2015 Cheryl Robson, A.M.C.T. Chief Administrative Officer 6648 Road 506 Plevna, ON K0H 2M0
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ocal quilter, Debbie Emery of Plevna, won the quilt design competition put on by Frontenac County in August last year in their effort to have a unique quilt designed and created to celebrate the County’s 150th Anniversary. Emery, who moved to Plevna over six years ago, has been quilting for close to seven years. She found out about her win just before Christmas and said that since she does not feel she is “an artist”, she was a bit surprised. At the same time, though, she feels that she did her research well and knew, going into the competition, that she had some pretty good ideas for the project. She said it was her first time entering a competition and that she was thrilled to have her design chosen. The competition was judged by wellknown local quilters/fibre artists Bethany Garner and Beth Abbott. Emery describes her winning design as a “story quilt”, one
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SF bikes - continued from page 2 “The South Frontenac roads department has been widening roads by 2 feet whenever they have been doing repaving, which is a benefit for cyclists,” said Ross Suther-
NF Council - continued from page 1 weren’t yet confirmed but the idea is to place them in high-traffic areas where there are currently no available washroom facilities. Corey Klatt explained, “Most of these places are at the boat launches...our scenic routes. They come from three hours, four hours away and they don’t have a place to go to the washroom so they go at the boat launch and we’re constantly picking up toilet paper...” Council also approved, on the budget draft, the purchase of a new tractor to be used for clearing snow and flooding the ice at the Plevna rink and clearing snow off the stargazing pad. It could possibly also be used for other applications, such as dragging beaches. This will eliminate a current contract for rink maintenance.
150th ceremonies, which will take place in Harrowsmith from August 28 to 30. After its unveiling the quilt will be hung at the offices of Frontenac County. Emery also makes and sells various fashionable accessories from her home in Plevna. For more information, contact her at 613-479-8057. land, who cycled many of the roads in his own Loughborough District last summer during the municipal election campaign. The next meeting of South Frontenac Bikes is set for March 9 at the township office/hall. For more information call 613-532-7846
Mayor Higgins agreed that it was a good way to promote the township. It was decided that money would be pulled from a marketing reserve to cover the costs of seven jackets, or shirts, which will feature the North Frontenac logo/name.
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Councilor Inglis worried about losing his shirt Councilor Fred Perry made a suggestion to council that they look into purchasing jackets with the North Frontenac logo on them, to be worn when councilors are out representing the county at conferences, meetings, etc. He said “if you want to be professional you have to dress professional.” Councilor Inglis was not impressed. “I’m not in school anymore,” said Inglis. Councilor Bedard explained, “We’re trying to sell our brand. We’re trying to sell this municipality. What better way to do it? And it’s cheap.”
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