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Controversial Collins Lake subdivision proposal

By Wilma Kenny

- South Frontenac Council - April 5, 2016

tanding room was scarce as Storrington residents crowded into Council chambers on April 5 for a public meeting to hear and comment upon a proposal for a 51-unit, 60-hectare subdivision above Collins Lake, south of Inverary. Nineteen individuals spoke of their concerns and since then at least 18 letters have come to Council, not all from the verbal presenters. None have been in support of the proposal. Most of the speakers identified as residents of Lyons Landing, an older, 100-unit subdivision which abuts the area proposed for development, and which would share an access road out to Holmes Road, just east of Perth Road. The public meeting was called by the township at the request of the County Council, which is the decision-making body for all subdivision proposals within the County. South Frontenac is one of the ‘commenting agencies’ in this process, and also would need to rezone the property before it could be developed. Township Planner Lindsay Mills’ report to Council carried three recommendations: 1) receive the comments and attachments; 2) defer any decision about rezoning until comments from the public meeting are reviewed; 3) forward the planning report, including attachments and comments from the public meeting, to the County. Mills’ summary of the proposal pointed out the areas which complied with the Township’s Official Plan and those which called for site plan requirements. It said Public Works will need to review the impact on the area roads of the additional traffic from 51 more residences. It also highlighted the peer review of the hydrogeological and terrain analysis and servicing reports done by Malroz Engineering. The Malroz review, which Mills appended

in full, concludes that: “There are a number of concerns with respect to the water quality and quantity that we recommend be addressed to the County’s satisfaction prior to approval of the proposed subdivision…Considering the variability of the groundwater quality and quantity data we are of the opinion that the current studies do not support servicing of the site through private individual services at this time.” The same review lists 24 items in the developer’s report that are contradictory or unclear. It also asks for a copy of a 1990 report prepared for the same site by Oliver, Mangione, McCalla and Associates, which the developers reference, but do not provide. The public meeting lasted two hours and there were 19 speakers, many applauded by the onlookers. Chief concern was quality and quantity of water and fears that 51 new wells would lower the aquifer for both the new development and the existing Lyons Landing wells. “People will be drinking each others’ urine,” commented one speaker. Other common concerns related to: · traffic and safety at entrances to the main roads, as well as pedestrian safety along Lakefield Drive, the road adjoining the two subdivisions · the large number of additional homes to be added to a relatively rural area, · loss of green space · environmental threats to wildlife: habitat loss · lack of space in existing schools · water run-off and potential pollution of Collins Lake · loss of a popular area for hiking and picnicking · lack of access to the above-mentioned 1990 report. Worth noting was lack of mention of the several sites of archeological interest on the site, which are currently being examined in greater detail. Due perhaps to the late hour, Council neglected to forward the current proposal and all comments from the public to the County.

South Frontenac Council – April 19, 2016 by Wilma Kenny Public meeting re Storrington condo proposal At the County’s request, Council held a public meeting for input concerning Shield Shores, a waterfront condominium proposal by Barry Campbell. This would be for 18 residents on an 82-acre property lying between Wellington Street and Dog Lake, just outside Battersea. The plan’s common elements include a private park, trail access to the park, two water access points and interior roads. Planner Mills’ notes point to one lot contained within the area that is listed as “to be retained” yet is not described anywhere in the application. Only six lots have waterfront: all others would share two small water access points, one of which Mills feared could encourage too much boating activity in a constricted water-space, even though neither of these access points is intended to include docks or boat launches. Three of the waterfront lots would have good views but are situated high on sheer cliffs, with no apparent means of access to the lake.

Hydro transmission line easement crosses the property, but seems not to interfere with the proposed development. Malroz is currently peer-reviewing the Hydrogeological and Terrain analysis reports, so their review is not yet available. The Cataraqui Regional Conservation Authority has made 27 recommendations, and suggests that Council defer any decision until all their recommendations and concerns are addressed. A current right of way access to an existing waterfront property crosses two of the proposed lots, and cannot be closed unless the owner of the existing lot gives permission. (She has some concerns about the alternate access offered by the developer.) Speaking on behalf of the property owner, Mike Keene of Fotennn agreed that the property labelled as retained would have to be brought into the plan in some way, and said they planned to do some revisions to the proposal once all the commenting re-

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NFLT's Pinocchio arriving just in time for spring W by Julie Druker

hat better way to welcome spring than with a colorful, musical, classic fairy tale, adapted with a few modern twists that make it the perfect family-friendly theatre experience right here in our own back yard. Tonight the North Frontenac Little Theatre will be presenting “Pinocchio” at 7pm at the Granite Ridge Education Centre in Sharbot Lake for a four-show run that wraps up on Sunday April 24. Shows are Thursday through Saturday at 7pm, with a Sunday matinee at 1:30pm. This classic tale is sure to put a spring in your step no matter your age. The Granite Ridge gym will be trans-

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he popular annual Verona Cattail Festival is no more. The Verona Community Association (VCA) canceled the festival earlier this winter because it has become more and more difficult to secure the kind of commitment from volunteer coordinators in order to keep the extensive program of the festival in place. “Over our 20 years, many businesses and community supporters have given generous donations and volunteer time to support these events, particularly the Cattail Festival/ Verona Festival. The Cattail Festival has been our annual fundraising event, which supports all our other activities and allows us to deliver the free events in our community, listed above. It not only provided funding for other events, but also was entertaining and had great activities for all ages. Because of the challenge in recruiting managers for this extensive event, we have had to move in a new direction,” said VCA President Wayne Conway, in a press release last week. This year, on August 7, the VCA will hold the Verona Car Show at the Lions Centre on Sand Road in Verona. “The car show portion of the Cattail Festival has always been a great success and we have a committed group of people who are making this year’s car show bigger and better than ever,” said Conway. Established in 1996, the Verona Commu-

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Editorial - A Bureaucratic Gallop, not a Creep

here is a concept called “bureaucratic creep”, which describes the tendency of organizations to develop more and more levels of bureaucracy over time. The number of people doing the actual work of the organization, be they factory workers, front-line social workers or road crews, stays the same or goes down, but the number of people overseeing that work, managing the employees, dealing with work flows, accountability, regulations, liability, the vision of the organization and so on, creeps up and up. On April 12, South Frontenac received an organizational review from StrategyCorp, a company that spends much of its time dealing with the federal and provincial levels of politics. StrategyCorp found that South Frontenac is a “lean organization” in comparison to similar-sized municipalities. This, it said, is a good thing, except that it limits the capacity of the township's senior staff and council to think strategically. The proposed solution to this problem is to create seven new positions. Of those, only one, a fire prevention officer, would work with

the public. The other six positions would take the lean out of the South Frontenac bureaucracy pretty quickly. This is no creep; it's a bureaucratic gallop. Based on staff and council interviews, StrategyCorp found that not only is Wayne Orr, the township's Chief Administrative Officer, overworked, but that as a whole township staff and council are caught up in dealing with day-today issues that inevitably come up, and have no time to look at the big picture and plan for the future needs of the township. The picture they paint is of an organizational structure that is set up to deal with the kinds of issues that are faced by small rural municipalities such as the other Frontenac townships; however South Frontenac is not that kind of township any more. With a population of 18,000, and the pressure of suburban sprawl from Kingston into its south end, particularly along Perth Road, council and staff are losing control and soon growth will be managing them instead of being managed by them. So, StrategyCorp proposes that Council

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SALE OF LAND BY PUBLIC TENDER THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF CENTRAL FRONTENAC 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 May 12, 2016, at the Central Frontenac Township Office, 1084 Elizabeth Street, Sharbot Lake, Ontario. The tenders will then be opened in public on the same day as soon as possible after 3:00 p.m. at the Central Frontenac Township Office, 1084 Elizabeth Street, Sharbot Lake. Description of Lands: Roll No. 10 39 080 020 08900 0000; FIRSTLY: PIN 36229-0121(LT); E 1/2 Lot 17 Concession 4 Oso NW of RP567; Central Frontenac; SECONDLY: PIN 36232-0043(LT); Part Lot 17 Concession 4 Oso as in FR253697 (Secondly) S of FR205455; Central Frontenac; File No. 13-25 Minimum Tender Amount: $33,128.18 Roll No. 10 39 080 020 12200 0000; PIN 36231-0102(R); Part of Lots 15, 16 and 17, Concession 5, Part of Lots 16 and 17, Concession 6, Part of the Sideroad Allowance between Lots 15 & 16, Concession 5 and Part of the Road Allowance between Concessions 5 and 6, all in the Township Central Frontenac, in the geographic Township of Oso, in the County of Frontenac, as described in FR787227, in the Registry Division of Land Registry Office No. 13. Description may not be acceptable in the future; File No. 13-27 Minimum Tender Amount: $120,285.15 Roll No. 10 39 080 020 12301 0000; PIN 36230-0032(LT); Part Road Allowance between Concessions 5 and 6 Oso closed by FR327452 as in FR327833 (Firstly); Part Lots 17-18 Concession 5 Oso; Part Lot 18 Concession 6 Oso as in FR253697 (Fifthly, Seventhly, Eighthly) N of RP567; S/T OE3565; Central Frontenac except forfeited mining rights, if any; File No. 13-28 Minimum Tender Amount: $59,544.74 Roll No. 10 39 080 020 18400 0000; PIN 36231-0023(LT); Part Lot 17 Concession 7 Oso as in FR250602 & FR266720; Central Frontenac; File No. 13-29 Minimum Tender Amount: $27,234.94 Roll No. 10 39 080 030 19800 0000; PIN 36231-0103(LT); Road Allowance between Concessions 5 and 6 Oso, between Concessions 6 and 7 Oso, between Concessions 7 and 8 Oso, between Lots 15 and 16 Concession 6 Oso, between Lots 15 and 16 Concession 7 Oso all closed by FR327452 as in FR327833; Lot 15 Concession 7 Oso; Lot 15 Concession 8 Oso; Part Lot 16 Concession 5 OSO as in FR253697 (Ninthly) SRO S of Part 11 FR255744; Part Lots 15 &16 Concession 6 Oso as in FR253697 (Firstly) SRO S of Railway; Part Lot 16 Concession 7 Oso as in FR253697 (Tenthly, Eleventhly, Twelfthly, Thirteenthly, Fourteenthly); Central Frontenac except forfeited mining rights, if any; File No. 13-31 Minimum Tender Amount: $164,675.47 Roll No. 10 39 040 060 12200 0000; PIN 36158-0195(R); Part of Lot 26, Concession 2, in the Township of Central Frontenac (formerly the Township of Hinchinbrooke), in the County of Frontenac as secondly described in FR702218; Description may not be acceptable in the future. File No. 14-04 Minimum Tender Amount: $26,982.25 Roll No. 10 39 010 010 00386 0000; PIN 36164-0145(LT); Part Lot 7 Concession 5 Kennebec designated Part 172, Plan13R119; T/W FR480230; Central Frontenac; File No. 14-05 Minimum Tender Amount: $18,468.28 Roll No. 10 39 040 040 05710 0000; PIN 36156-0017(LT); Part Lot 15 Concession 7 Hinchinbrooke as in HIG4433 except FR199072; Central Frontenac; File No. 14-08 Minimum Tender Amount: $4,740.30

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. Except as follows, the municipality makes no representation regarding the title to or any other matters relating to the lands to be sold. Responsibility for ascertaining these matters rests with the potential purchasers. The lands were previously advertised for a sale to be held on the 28th day of April, 2016 but the sale was postponed. 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, HST if applicable 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, visit: www.OntarioTaxSales.ca or if no internet access available, contact: J. Michael McGovern, Treasurer The Corporation of the Township of Central Frontenac P.O. Box 89, 1084 Elizabeth Street Sharbot Lake ON K0H 2P0 613-279-2935 Ext 224 www.centralfrontenac.com

create an entire new tier of staff, three directors who would not concern themselves as much with day-to-day operations of the departments they oversee but would be able to think strategically. Where there is now a Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) and a number of managers, there would be a CAO, three directors, a clerk, and a number of managers. Since the current managerial staff in South Frontenac (Public Works, Treasury, Planning) now receive close to or over $100,000 per year in salary, their new bosses would need to make more than that. So this is not a cheap new tier we are talking about. My first reaction to all this is to provide a bit of free advice to South Frontenac Council (not that they are asking for it). Hire a new clerk to free up the CAO's time, hire a fire prevention officer, and sit on the rest of the report for a while. The structure that is proposed is pretty much the same as is in place in Frontenac County, and since South Frontenac ratepayers cover most of the county administrative costs, the relationship between the township and the county needs to be addressed first.

The most obvious example of this is in the matter of planning, where there is the very real possibility that two departments dedicated to the same functions would end up being in place. StrategyCorp presented an organizational, not an operational, review. The review calls for the hiring of an economic development and a communications officer. These are not operations that are currently done in South Frontenac, and Council has not considered whether they want them done. The organizational review took a generic approach. Most municipalities of South Frontenac's size have the kind of structure it proposes. However, even though suburban Kingston is pushing northward, South Frontenac remains a mostly rural municipality and needs to find its own path. Council might spend some time thinking about where they want the township to go and what kinds of services they should offer residents. Committing to approximately $750,000 per year in salaries and benefits on a new set of managers and directors before making some basic decisions might not be a wise move.

Sharbot Lake Criminal Court

April 18, 2016 by Julie Druker

hristopher Redmond, who is one of three co-accused on multiple counts, including possession of stolen property and trafficking in stolen property, failed to appear in court for a trial that was scheduled to take place on April 18 and April 22. Judge Griffin said he had no choice but to postpone the trial, and issued a warrant for Redmond's arrest. Mr. Redmond's defense attorney, Mr. Blais, said his client had notified him that he would be unable to attend because he had entered into a drug rehabilitation program. Blais had requested a letter of confirmation from Redmond, but said he never received one. Judge Griffin said he supports the idea of Redmond seeking out a rehabilitation program, but it should not have interfered with the scheduled court proceedings. “He could have done it in a more appropriate and timely fashion,” he said. The postponement was not good news for the over 10 witnesses involved in the case, many of whom had traveled to Sharbot Lake from out of town. The trial matter also concerns co-accused Frank J. Teal and Jerry Godfrey, and will be spoken to by Judge Griffin on May 16, when it is expected that a new

PUBLIC NOTICE TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the Corporation of the Township of North Frontenac proposes to enact a By-law to stop up, close and sell part of the 66’ shore road allowance as set out and described as follows: ALL THAT PART of the Shore Road Allowance around Kashwakamak Lake lying adjacent to Part of Lot 23, Concession 6, geographic Township of Barrie Township of North Frontenac, County of Frontenac described as Part 3 on Registered Plan 13R-10887. (Hollingshead) The proposed By-law will come before the said Council for consideration at its regular meeting at the Clar Mill Fire Hall, Upstairs Meeting Room, 6648 Road 506, Plevna, Ontario, on the 29th of April, 2016 at 9:00 a.m., and at that time, the Council will hear in person, any person who claims that his land will be prejudicially affected and who applies to be heard. Dated this 29th of March, 2016. Tara Mieske Clerk/Planning Manager Township of North Frontenac 6648 Road 506 Plevna, ON K0H 2M0 Tel: (613) 479-2231 or 1-800-234-3953 Fax: (613) 479-2352 Email: clerkplanning@northfrontenac.ca

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First Appearances

- Peter G. Botting, 41, charged on February 14 with uttering threats/bodily harm and dangerous operation of a motor vehicle, failed to appear in court and a warrant was issued for his arrest. - Sherry L. Wylie, 43, charged with break and enter, two counts of public mischief, uttering false statements, possession of stolen property, obstructing a peace officer, mischief under $5,000, forcible confinement, and the careless use/storage and unauthorized use of a firearm, had her matter adjourned to May 16.

Charges withdrawn

- Reginald S. Thibault, 45, who was charged with threatening death/bodily harm, had his charges withdrawn - Dustin McParland, 30, charged with failure to comply with bail conditions, had his charges withdrawn.

Guilty Pleas

- Jeffrey W. Reid, 34, entered a guilty plea to the charge of impaired driving and driving over the 80mg/100ml of alcohol legal limit. Provincial Crown Attorney Janet O'Brien, in her review of the facts, established that on October 24, 2015, Reid was involved in a single vehicle collision and his vehicle rolled into the ditch at Road 38 and Westport Road. Reid was found to be impaired by the attending police officers, who also found numerous empty beer cans and broken beer bottles at the scene. Reid's five-year-old son was a passenger in the vehicle at the time. Reid was arrested and two samples taken at the OPP station showed readings of 160mg/100ml of blood and 145mg/100 ml blood. Reid, who works as a carpenter, was sentenced to a 21-month driving prohibition and a fine of $1500. When asked by the judge what happened, Reid said he had stopped by the side of the road to help someone and when he got back into the car he mistakenly drove it into the ditch. Reid seemed visibly upset, and when queried by the judge, said both he and his wife were thankful that their son was not hurt in the incident. - Kristi A. Squibb, 20, pled guilty to one count of assault. Ms. Squibb was charged on January 21, 2016. Her partner, Tyler Raymond, called police after Squibb assaulted Raymond and their child. Raymond reported to the police that Squibb had hit him numerous times and had grabbed the child. When queried by the judge, Squibb said, “My landlord was being cruel and Tyler was not being supportive.” She said she never intended and did not hurt her child during the incident. Squibb was given a suspended sentence and put on probation for 18 months. She will be able to visit her two children, who are in Raymond’s custody, with supervision, and she is able to visit Raymond with his consent. Duty counsel said Squibb has been working with a psychiatrist and is making positive headway.

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he “at this time” from the Director of Ontario Parks and the Acting Park Superintendent was really meant as exactly that and a little more clarification might generate the excitement felt here at Bon Echo Provincial Park. In January, at the Friends of Bon Echo Park annual planning meeting, Acting Park Superintendent Clark Richards reported that maximum visitation is being reached during July and August, but there is still a large amount of visitation capacity to be gained in the spring and fall shoulder seasons. Statistics show that empty nesters and early retirees generally plan their holidays in September, after families have returned to their school year routines. With this in mind, the Friends and Park Staff began discussions on how to maximize use in “the shoulder season”, which is May - June and September - October. Imagine the economic impact for the area if the busy tourist season is extended into the shoulder season months! The Friends put in place a multi-step plan to assist with the achievement of that goal. Local businesses have been contacted in an effort to start a more solidified mechanism to share information. Social media outlets

are being kept current in order to encourage day use. Your readers will have noticed the advertisements to hire additional fleet staff for the boat tours of the Wanderer and Mugwump ferries on Mazinaw Lake. With more fleet staff available additional boat tours can be offered during the spring and fall. A campaign to increase our volunteer base focusing on “Come volunteer for an hour, a day or a season” has begun. New volunteer roles have been defined to enhance hours of operation to the Friends operated Greystones Gift Store and Park Visitor Centre. Presentations to groups about our role, to encourage attendance at special events, and to promote group activities will continue to be offered to all who are interested – just ask! The Park’s efforts to expand the shoulder season visitation through constructing additional roofed accommodations and electrical campsites as well as increased marketing continue to be well received. Your coverage of the Park, the Friends and local information is vital to this increase and we thank you for your continued cooperation. - Beth Freeland, Administrator Friends of Bon Echo Park

Wording in planning is everything!

outh Frontenac Township Council proposes to change the Zoning Bylaw pertaining to the 30 m. setback on the lakes in South Frontenac Township at two scheduled Committee of Whole meetings: April 26th or May 10th. Therefore, residents who have dwellings within the 30 m. setback from their respective lake should protect their property interest by voicing their opinion.

In order to gain delegate status to address Council, it is necessary to contact Mr. Wayne Orr (CAO) approximately one week prior to the meeting to officially become a delegate. Mr. Orr also accepts written submissions. It is imperative that property owners clearly understand the wording of any change to the Zoning Bylaw, as it may affect their properties in the future. - Fran Willes

Re: SF organizational review "SF organizational review calls for major office staff increases", Frontenac News, April 14, 2016 brought to mind a dream. Front row center were hard working taxpayers, shirtless and sweating profusely while all over their bodies ugly black leeches, bloated and swollen grotesquely, sucked their blood. Some workers were ashen white. Sitting in the shade of a bureaucratic entity with leeches hanging out the doorways and windows, was the organization, "StrategyCorp. These "leech tenders" of StategyCorp suddenly pointed at some of the workers, pointed out they had fewer leeches hanging from the worker bodies, and demanded that these few be loaded with more ugly blood sucking leeches as their fellow workers. I think you get the picture. StrategyCorp wants local municipal governments to resemble "untario" bureaucracies where I am told from inside sources with decades of experience, that 30% of all managerial positions could be eliminated with no effect on service production.

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to monitor the pond level and to sustainably trap any beaver found. Good thing, as he found the pond at a dangerously high level. After eight trips, he had trapped some of the beaver and lowered the dam by over 2 feet a huge volume of water. As beaver pelts are virtually worthless, we agreed that I should pay $300 for this work, and I did so happily. I have not had a response from council to any of my communications. However: 1) Why has there been no mention at Council about the one beaver dam that has already caused considerable damage and was a huge risk to travelers - mine? 2) Where was the Township in monitoring this pond and culling the beavers? 3) What if I hadn’t hired the trapper and the dam washed away, damaged the Mazinaw Resort or other property - or worse, killed someone? 4) Despite being convinced that I do not have a liability, I could go bankrupt trying to defend myself from one or more levels of government suing me with other people's money (taxpayers') for property damage or loss of life. 5) Why has the Township not acknowledged my communications and its responsibility and liability related to any beaver damage from my pond? - James G. Oborne

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DENBIGH Angela Bright

613-333-1901 bright.a@gmail.com • Have you been missing visiting with your friends and neighbours over coffee? Denbigh Recreation invites you to the rink building at Heritage Park on Friday mornings, from 7am to 12 noon. Everyone is welcome! Coffee or tea available for $1.50, plus treats. • April 24 at 7pm is a Gospel Homecoming concert featuring Road to Glory, Highway 41 and Dave Young at the New Apostolic Church. Contact Rev. Sprague at 333 9777 or robertjsprague@gmail.com for info. • Sunday, April 24 is the Denbigh/Griffith Lions Club's Annual Daffodil Tea at the Lions Hall in Griffith, 1pm to 3pm. Lunch served, tea & coffee poured by cancer survivors. Music will be provided by Highway 41; $7; proceeds to the Canadian Cancer Society and stay in our area. • May will soon be here, and so will the Mother’s Day Spring Tea Party & Music hosted by Denbigh Recreation at the Denbigh Hall 1 pm - 3pm.on Sunday May 8. Those who play an instrument are encouraged to bring it along and join in.

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by Marie White 613-336-2557 • Land o’Lakes Community Services had their annual dinner last Thursday night for all the volunteers. What a delicious meal! The roast beef was done to perfection, with veggies, and various desserts. The taste buds were sure bursting. Many thanks to all cooks and helpers. • Many thanks to Kevin O'Donnell, who did a great job on our annual election at the Old Tyme Fiddlers Friday night. It was easy for him, as no one wanted our positions. I've been in for 19 years as president; Helen Osborne, secretary/treasurer; Ray Whitelock first vice-president; Kitchen helpers Janet Hawley, Faye Whitelock, Nora Goodberry, Terry Good, and George White. We had 58 people and 16 entertainers; great

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• Come to the Lions’ Hall this Saturday, April 23 for the “Spring Extraveganza” and leave with your Mother’s Day gift or that unique gift for yourself purchased. Sit for a while and enjoy a bite to eat. This event begins at 10 am and goes until 2 pm. Come out and support our local businesses. For more information, check out the Lions’ Facebook page. • Every Tuesday night is Euchre night at the Lions’ Hall beginning at 7pm. This Friday, April 22 (and every fourth Friday of the month) is a euchre tournament, also beginning at 7 pm. A “light lunch” is provided. This event is sponsored by the Legion. • The Clothing Boutique and More in Northbrook will be closed the first week of May in order to paint the inside. The store’s “Make Room For the Roller” campaign continues. For more information, check out their Facebook page.

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• Rev. Oscar Simpson presents “Country Church” at the Hartington Community Church, April 22 beginning at 7pm. Special guests are Don Edmunds with Wayne and Mary Abrams and The Old Hims. Free-will offering with refreshments to follow. For information call 374-2178. • The Harrowsmith S and A Club will once again host a Chinese Dinner & Auction on April 23. Dinner at 6pm followed by the auction at 7pm. Bring your quarters! Tickets are $13 for members, $15 for non-members and must be purchased in advance by calling Pam 372-1578 or Marilyn 985-5254. • A Dinner & Dance featuring "A Bit of Nostalgia" will be held on April 23 at the Golden Links Hall. Beef dinner begins at 6pm with dancing to follow at 7:30pm. Cost is $20pp. For tickets call 372-2410. Sponsored by the Odd Fellows and Rebekahs with proceeds to Camp Trillium. • The Portland District Recreation Committee is looking for form a partnership with groups and individuals who are interested in bringing a Skate Board Park to Centennial Park in Harrowsmith. A meeting will be held April 25 at 7pm in the board room, Princess Anne building in Hartington. Everyone is welcome. Call Dan 372-1910 for more information.

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• Approximately 110 people attended the ham supper on Saturday night at Elphin church. Great meal and a good amount raised for the church. • Another great potluck supper at Snow Road Community Centre. Glen, Joelle, Jeff, Sue, Bev and Lorie had it decorated beautifully with lovely coloured bouquets on each table; so spring-like. There were approximately 40 people and a lovely variety of foods and desserts. Our only birthday person was Reg Chappell. The next potluck will be supper and movie night on May 11, 5:30pm. All welcome. • Martha & Glen Bucci hosted Coffee Break on Friday; lots of goodies and coffee. Nice to see Robert Quigley and Kathy Zarfras out enjoying coffee after their recent sickness. • Nice to see our snow birds, Janis & Don Brown back • Sympathy to Janet Greenley and family on the death of Wolfgang Dietz. • Get well wishes to Bill Crain. • Don't forget Special Music Night at Mississippi Free Methodist Church, April 24, 4pm. Potluck supper to follow at Snow Road Hall. All welcome. • Don't forget Snow Road Community Centre Music Night April 28, 7-9pm, The Old Habits. All welcome. • 155 people were fed at Snow Road Snowmobile Club Saturday morning. They raised $1008 for Relay For Life. The next and last breakfast (until June 25) is April 30, 8-11am; a fundraiser for Melanoma. • Tea & Toast at Sharbot Lake United Church will start early this year, May 3, 9-10 o'clock. Still just a toonie.

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• Don't forget to gather your yard sale items for the annual Flea Market at Parham Ball field on May 22. Or bake up a storm and offer those for sale; everyone loves home baking! • April 23 there is a potluck supper from 5 - 7 pm; $10 each; $5 for ages 6 – 12; under 5 years eat free. Sponsored by Mayflower Lodge #297 at the IOOF Hall in Parham. • Condolences to the Closs, Ruttan and Stewart families on their recent losses. • Thursday, April 28, Julia Schall and Shawn Savoie, Ammy Gillan, Bruce McConnell as well as the Feral Five will be playing at the Crossing Pub at 7:30 pm. • Don't forget the Parham Diners at the United Church at noon on April 25.

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• Thinking of you to Joanne Goodfellow, Melville Good and Eileen Whan. • Happy Birthday to Dorothy Thompson who had a "Special Invitation"" from her grandson to watch "The Jungle Book". Can't think of a better way to spend your birthday! • Carly Josling was the guest of honour at her bridal shower this weekend. She will exchange vows with Josh Neadow later this year. • Beware when you are lighting up your garbage or brush pile as the fire fighters have had to extinguish some grass fires already. • North and Central Frontenac Relay for Life Committee is having a draw for anyone who registers from now until May 1 - you will be entered in to win a hoodie, socks and headband. Also everyone that registers will be receiving a free luminary bag to display around the track on June 18 - be sure to get registered today. If you need help, let me know mrsteal2u@ hotmail.com and I can get you going. The committee is also looking for donations for their silent auction - if you are interested in donating an item to help in the fight against cancer please let any member of the committee know and we will make arrangements for pick up. • District #4 Recreation Committee will be out in full force this weekend picking up garbage along the highway - if you have a section you would like to clean up - let Bob Teal know - 613-375-6525, Thanks to those that have already done their share or have plans of doing their area soon. • Canvassers from the cancer society will be calling on you some time during the month of April. Please give generously as cancer has touched everyone's life. • Calling all volleyball players! There will be a tournament on May 14 at GREC supporting archery for grades 4 to 12. Call Liz Steele-Drew at the school to register a team. $10 per person and there will be a BBQ and a raffle. • The Junior Men's team is lacking in players at this point - if you are under the age of 29 and want to play please let any member of executive know or send an email. • Happy Birthday to Jim Green, Taylor Babcock, Trak Green, Kathy King, Tangie Howes, Nathan Saunders, Angie Cowdy, Dwight Kehoe.

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• The Kennebec Recreation Committee would like to remind Ardenites that Fri. April 22 is Earth Day and Trash Bash day. Wear boots and bring gloves, bags and water; a route will be provided for you. We’re meeting at the Kennebec hall at 9 am. This is a great day to move Arden’s winter garbage. Volunteers to bash, plus drivers to unload at the dump are appreciated and we’re urging everyone to try and recycle, where possible. Rain date is Sat. April 23 • On Saturday April 23, the LOPS is sponsoring a bus trip top Gananoque Casino. The 9am to 4pm trip will cost $27 pp, which includes $20 in vouchers for play & food. Please call Kathy Barr at 335-2708 for more information. • On Tues. May 3 there will be a Business over Breakfast at the Sharbot Lake Legion from 8:30 to 10 am; cost is $10 pp. This workshop for owners and managers will be presented by St. Lawrence College and the topic will be Health and Safety Compliance. Please pre-register; call Amanda at 613-

PAGE 5 545-3949 x 1657. This is your chance to get up to speed with the new rules plus meet other small business owners. • The Land o’Lakes Parent Council is selling tree seedlings, as a fundraiser toward playground equipment. There are a variety of trees available. Please see the advertisement on this project on page 9 or contact Victor Heese.

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• Sat. April 23 is the annual Blue Skies Fiddle Orchestra Jam-a-thon at the Maberly Hall, 1pm to 6pm. Come on out and enjoy the music. Copies of “At Home in Tay Valley” will be for sale at the Jam-a-thon as well as Tay Valley T-shirts and coffee mugs commemorating the 200th anniversary. • The Maberly Agricultural Society meeting is Monday, April 25, 7:30pm at the Maberly Hall. They are always looking for new members and volunteers and everyone is welcome. • April 30 from 7am – 4pm is the 40th annual Festival of the Maples in Perth. There will be a pancake breakfast, live music & entertainment, a children’s area, vendors, maple syrup of course, and much more. Stroll the streets of Perth and you are sure to find a special treat! • May 4 is a Spring Fling Fashion Show from 5 – 7:30pm at the ABC Hall. Fashions by Perth’s Lavender & Lace, and the Westport Bamboo Company. Tickets $15 available at Lavender & Lace, and Westport Bamboo, or at the door; includes light refreshments. For more info visit www.abchall.ca • A reward that never came: When Linda Connaty (now Gray), daughter of Murray and Joan Middleton, was 13 years old and living in Maberly, she found a car in a field while picking berries one day. The car had been covered up by brush and Linda recalls that the keys were in the ignition. She told her mother, who told her to write down the licence number and they would call the police. The police came and informed them that the car had been stolen from the lot of Belisle Motors in Ottawa the day before. They told her she would get a $25 reward. At that time, and for a 13-year-old girl, to be given $25 was like suddenly becoming rich, and she waited eagerly for the money. However, it never came. A humorous sideline to the story is that after the police took the car away, Linda tore up the piece of paper on which she had written down the details about the car. A few days later, she returned to the site with friends and found two police constables there. One of them was holding the torn up pieces of paper, which he said was possible evidence. Linda had to tell him it was not evidence; that it was her piece of paper. Alas, Linda is unlikely to ever get the reward now, as Belisle Motors closed in 2013. • Calling all card game enthusiasts - Balderson Ham &

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Tay Valley Choir celebrates 200 years O n April 16, the Maberly hall was filled with music lovers for a concert celebrating 200 years of history in Tay Valley. The concert, titled “Tay Valley 200th: A Song Celebration”, was performed by the Tay Valley Community Choir. It blended a chronological historical narrative read by individual members of the choir, and each section was accented by a musical number suited to the particular period. Choir director, Rebecca Worden, began by thanking those who contributed to the narratives, including Maureen Bostock, the Irish Times, Diary of Rev. William Bell, Bud Van Alstine, Emily Weaver, and Kay Rogers. The narrative began with the area's pre-colonial history, describing the over 5,000 years that Algonquin people inhabited the land. At the time of European contact in 1603, the Algonquins numbered

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approximately 6000. Today, they number 11,000 and are spread across multiple First Nations in Quebec and Ontario. The choir's first song, “Colours of the Wind”, honoured the Algonquin people, past and present, and showcased the choir's impeccable four-part harmonies under the confident direction of Worden. Mary Lou Carroll proved she is a more than capable piano accompanist, and her impressive intros helped set the bar in many of the songs the choir performed. The narrative moved through various time periods and places, including across the Atlantic, to Scotland in the early 1800s. The choir honoured those first settlers with their singalong tune, “My Bonnie Lies Over the Ocean.” The Scottish Insurrection that occurred in Scotland at the end of the Napoleonic War of 1815 due to a depressed economy was recognized with the tune “A Wee Deoch and Doris.” Ireland also experienced hardships during the same time period. Irish Catholic emigration to Canada attracted farmers, many of whom settled in the area and brought songs like the still popular “Molly Malone”, another festive sing-along tune at the show. Settlement in Lanark County began in 1815, and the tune “Flying Free” paid homage to the Scottish highlanders, who accepted the free passage and 100 acres of land offered to them. The perilous crossing was highlighted with the modern tune, “Skyfall”, aimed to demonstrate the difficulty of the passage across the ocean as experienced by many immigrants. The concert continued with Natalie Reynolds on piano and Lukas Reynolds on fiddle, opening up the second half with their highly polished medleys. The sets included many popular Scottish, Irish and English favorites like High Road to Linton, The Fairies of Montecello, and St. Anne's Reel. The duo showed how traditional music from the area's first European settlers continues to inspire musicians of all ages in the township today. The choir's songs and narrative continued with tunes like “Here Comes the Sun” and “Land of the Silver Birch”, the latter relating to the help the first settlers received from the Algonquins as they tried to survive their first winter. Audience members not only left with a better understanding of the history of Tay Valley, but also with a greater appreciation for the choir, who did a marvelous job relating the wide range of emotions that the 200year history of Tay Valley can evoke.

n Sat. April 23, the Kingston Frontenac Public Library will be hosting a talk about the Proportional Voting System at the Sydenham branch at 2 p.m. The talk will be given by Norm Hart of Fair Vote Canada. “Canada's current electoral system is based on the ‘first-past-the-post’ or ‘winner-takesall’ system: each riding sends the candidate with the most votes to Ottawa and the party with the largest number of winning candidates forms the government,” says Programming and Outreach Librarian Anne Hall. “But whenever there are more than two parties running, the government will often be formed by a party with far less than 50 % of the total number of votes cast. One could argue that all the votes for the candidates who lost in each riding are lost or wasted.” Fair Vote Canada believes there’s a better way: proportional voting, where everyone’s vote counts towards the end result, and the number of seats won by each party is proportional to the total number of votes cast. In the April 23 talk, Norm Hart will explain how proportional representation works. Visit www.kfpl.ca or join the Facebook event: www. facebook.com/events/200020577041107/

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Snow Road Snowmobile Club Relay for Life fundraiser O n April 16, committee members of the Canadian Cancer Society of Lanark, Leeds and Grenville and the Smiths Falls Relay for Life event were thrilled to receive a cheque from Ruth Wark, president of the Snow Road Snowmobile Club. Wark, along with her dedicated crew of volunteers, held a charity pancake breakfast at the club. Over 150 diners turned out for the event and by 11am, over $1,000 was raised. Wark made the cheque presentation to Julie Brady and Norene Allan, both committee members of the Relay for

Life in Smiths Falls, which is just one of four Relay events this year in Lanark, Leeds and Grenville. Allan and Brady thanked Wark and her team and said they are grateful for the club's ongoing support. “We have been coming here for a number of years and are really appreciative for the support of the club and the local community; we do our best to see that the proceeds come back to support the local community in the form of transportation services, cancer research and more,” Allan said.

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The charity breakfast, which has taken place annually at the club for the last seven or eight years, is just one of three charities that the club supports through their breakfast fundraisers. The first took place on April 2 and raised $1640 in support of the Alzheimer's Society. The club's final charity breakfast will be in support of melanoma and will take place on Sat. April 30 from 8-11am. “All three causes are very important to us,” Wark said, “and we are happy to be able to get people out from the local community to support them.” BUSINESS CARD SIZE

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All Donations Greatly Appreciated. 14406 Hwy. 7, RR#6, Perth ON K7H 3C8 Phone: (613) 264-0874 www.heatmasterss.com

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ProAlliance Realty, Brokerage Direct Line: 613.336.1737 Email: chris@landolakesproperty.com www.landolakesproperty.com 12309 Hwy 41, Chris Winney Northbrook, ON K0H 2G0 Broker Mimi Antoine

Mark Montagano

Broker of Record

Sales Representative

“The Polar Bear Guy”

Limited

Direct: (613) 279-2886 Cell: (613) 532-9405 markmontagano@sympatico.ca

Brokerage

613.279.2657 Christopher Jones Sales Representative

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SHARBOT LAKE COTTAGE - $199,000

SOLD

“Beechview”, 2 bedroom cottage with 250’ of shoreline, sandy entry to excellent water for swimming, fishing and boating. Easy access and close to town by car or boat. Well treed 1.08 acres. 40 Main Street, Westport, Ontario 613-273-3187

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OPEN HOUSE

210’ of easily accessible shoreline, convenient township road access, open grounds for outdoor activities, a lovely lakeside deck & cozy screen room are a few of the features this 3-bedroom cottage property has to offer. Enjoy family bonfires & take advantage of the excellent fishing & boating this scenic 13 km long lake has to offer.

$199,90000 - CHECK IT OUT!! 1092 DICKSON CRES, SHARBOT LAKE

Lake District Realty Corp., Brokerage 14202 Road 38, Sharbot Lake 613.279.2108 ● 1.866.279.2109

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The Classifieds Ad Rates: Classified Text ads: $9.74 + HST per insertion for 20 words & under; 20¢ each extra word. Deadline: 4 pm Monday; Ph: 613-279-3150, Fx: 613-279-3172; info@frontenacnews.ca

NEW AND USED APPLIANCES USED REFRIGERATORS

Stoves, washers, dryers, freezers, dishwashers. 3 months old and up. Sold with written guarantees. Fridges $100 and up.

NEW APPLIANCES

At the lowest prices in the area. Trade-ins accepted on new appliances. Big selection to choose from. We Sell Gas Refrigerators

PAYS CASH $$$

For good used appliances in working order or not, but no junk please. VISA and MASTERCARD accepted. We have our own financing also. Shop at our competitors and then come see for yourself quality at low prices.

Open evenings & 7 days a week. We deliver

Smitty’s “KING of APPLIANCES”

Open Evenings & Seven Days a Week - River Road Corbyville, Just North of Corby’s (613) 969-0287

AUTOMOTIVE KALADAR AUTO RECYCLING. We sell cars for under $1990 safetied & E-tested, low kilometres. We change car doors, hoods, bumpers, trunk lids, $75 & up, parts & labour included. We take trade-ins. 11520 Hwy 41; 613-336-9899; 613-885-8644 KINNEY AUTO WRECKING Station Road, Kaladar. 4x4 trucks & parts for sale. Scrap cars, stoves, fridges wanted. 613-336-9272.

COMING EVENTS ANTI-EUTHANASIA RALLY, Wednesday, April 27; 12 noon - 1pm at MP Scott Reid’s office, 224 Bridge Street, Carleton Place.

EMBROIDERY & ENGRAVING UPPER FRONTENAC GRAPHICS – Custom Embroidery, Imprinting, Trophies, Awards & Engraving. Caps, jackets, golf shirts, hoodies, teamwear & more. 613-539-6340; dwedden@ aol.com; ufg@hotmail.ca

FLEA MARKET TONI & JP’S FLEA MARKET, 6107 Hwy 506 at Ardoch Rd. Thursday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday. Come see us. 613-479-0341

FOR RENT BACHELORETTE SUITE, Sydenham, upstairs in private home, separate entrance, furnished or unfurnished, all-inclusive, $650/month. 613331-0089 COMMERCIAL OFFICE SPACE located on Hwy. 7 just east of the Junction of Hwy 38 and Hwy. 7. For further information, contact Ram at 613-279-2827 KALADAR, TWO BEDROOM APT. fridge & stove, heated, $525/month, first & last required. Available June 1, 2016, call 613-336-9429 KALADAR, TWO BEDROOM APT. Fridge & stove, utilities extra, $500/month; first & last required; avail. May 1, 2016, call 613-3369429

FOR SALE 4 ft X 4 ft PLASTIC PLYWOOD, various thickness, $10 each. 4 ft x 4ft x 4ft heavy plastic crates $50 each, forklift required; school lockers $15 each, 613-336-2641 evenings. CENTRAL BOILER OUTDOOR FURNACES 2016 SPRING REBATE with a savings up to $500. Call for more information. Your local Dealer, Wood Heat Solutions, Frankford, ON, 613-398-1611; Bancroft, ON 613-332-1613.

www.chesher.ca MOUNTAIN GROVE SEED COMPANY, call for free catalogue or go to www. mountaingroveseed.com . Orders by email, or phone 613-876-8383 SHIPPING CONTAINERS: Seacans Storage Containers, 7ft 10ft 20ft 40ft 45ft Steel garden sheds call 613-354-8744 or online http:// IngeniousStorage.com ZETOR TRACTOR with cab, air conditioning (needs refrigerant) runs well, $12,000, 613375-8286

GARAGE/YARD SALES SPYGLASS COVE, Clarendon, Hwy 509. Open Tues – Sat. 8am-7pm. Tackle box; children’s chairs; ceramic cat collection; lures; doll bed; cleansers; etc. New items every week.

HALL RENTAL

GOLDEN LINKS HALL, 4186 Colebrook Rd, Harrowsmith, Youth Dances, Community Dinners, Fundraising Events. Hall Rental Hourly $35. per day $300. Air Conditioned, Capacity 200. We also have a selection of hospital equipment we lend to those in need. 613-372-2410

HELP WANTED HARROWSMITH – VERONA UNITED CHURCH PASTORAL CHARGE requires a part-time office administrator (30 – 40 hours month). Competency in computers a necessity. Send resume to macduffapa@live.com by April 29. Only applicants chosen for an interview will be contacted. HOME CLEANING SPECIALIST. Hubby’s House Cleaning Services is looking for positive, energetic and dependable individuals who like to clean and take pride in their work. Each member of a Hubby’s House team plays an important role, crucial to the success of Hubby’s House and the satisfaction of our customers. Applicants must have a current CPIC, a driver’s license and reliable transportation. Please send resume to info@ hubbyshouse.ca LOOKING FOR SEASONAL CLEANERS, part-time. Please call 1-877-688-8388. OCCASIONAL COTTAGE CLEANERS NEEDED. Looking for reliable, flexible persons for occasional cottage cleaning, $12 per hour, weekends plus some days during the week. Spring, summer and fall seasons, own transportation required. Contact Rhoda Howes, H. 613-375-6572; C. 613-305-0306

HUNTING & FISHING FIREARMS & HUNTER EDUCATION COURSES - Harrowsmith. Firearms Course May 6 & 7. Hunter Ed Course May 13, 14. Wild Turkey Licence Examinations. 613-335-2786 email: billsee@bell.net HUNTER SAFETY AND FIREARMS COURSES; Turkey examinations; please call for course dates and details; call Richard, 613336-9875

SALES & SERVICE

We are your full service dealer for both BELL TV and SHAW DIRECT Satellite.

www.dougsantenna.com

SERVICES

SEAMSTRESS, FOR ALL YOUR CLOTHES REPAIRS. Shortened hems, dresses, skirts, sleeves, change zippers and lots more. Therese, 613-279-2209. SYLVIA’S FOOT CARE. Providing Nursing foot care in the privacy of your own home. Registered with Dept. of Veterans’ Affairs to provide foot care to veterans who qualify. For further information call Sylvia at 613-335-2940. WINDOW CLEANING AND HOUSE CLEANING. Hubby’s House Cleaning Services. Visit www.hubbyshouse.ca or call to book your free estimate. 613.888.3758

TOWING B’S RADICAL RIDES Towing & Recovery. James Mills owner/operator. 613-335-5050; website: bsradicalrides.ca

VENDORS WANTED THE SHARBOT LAKE FARMERS MARKET is looking for new farm vendors. Beautiful location, great community, support local and sustainable. Summer Saturdays 9am-1pm. info@sharbotlakefarmersmarket.ca or email slfmsumarie@gmail.com

WANTED TO BUY

STANDING TIMBER, firewood, pine, cedar, bush lots. Free quotes, cash paid. Call 613279-2154. WANTED: ROTTED MANURE, ½ ton truckload. Plevna area, 1-613-479-2325

SERVICES

CHERRYL BROWN MORTGAGE AGENT, Dominion Lending Centres, The Mortgage Source #10145. Independently owned and operated. www.CherrylBrown.ca Call today for free local mortgage advice (613) 464-0916 LAWN RAKING: It’s Official! “Spring has Sprung”. Need your lawn raked? Call Ken 613479-0252 PAINTING SERVICES Residential, Commercial & Cottages. Interior & Exterior. Over 25 years experience. Fully insured and WSIB covered. Call Wes Brown for a free estimate. WalCan Painting 613-479-2253 PET SITTING SERVICES AVAILABLE. All you need to know at www.petsittinginmountaingrove. com Phone Laura Mills at 613-335-3658 or Text 613-583-3658 PUMP REPAIR: Licenced well technician on staff with 10 years experience. Call Mark, Verona Hardware, 6723 Main St., Verona. Ph. 613-374-2851 ROB’S WINDOW CLEANING. We clean the windowpanes, screens, tracks and casings of your windows. Call today for a quote. 613-2439661 ROOFING, SHINGLES – STEEL, 25 years experience, serving Elphin, Snow Road, Sharbot Lake & area. Contact Todd Gursby for estimates, 613-278-1300

Drywall Service Boarding, Taping, Painting & Texture Spray (Free Estimates)

Ardoch Ontario 613-479-8005

Bean Supper and Card Party is April 23; Euchre from 2 - 4 pm; ham & bean supper from 4 - 6 pm; fundraiser for Balderson United Church

SYDENHAM Anita Alton 613-561-1094 rideauraingutter@yahoo.com • On Saturday April 23, Texas Tuxedo is playing at the Sydenham Legion - doors open at 8 pm. Tickets available at the Legion. • SFCS is offering free Tax Returns for those on a low income. Please go to Grace Centre to see if you qualify. • Sat. April 23, the Lennox & Addington RidgeRunners Snowmobile Club are hosting a Spring fundraiser dance at the Odessa fairgrounds at 8:30pm, with buffet at 10:30. Music by Adam Knapp & Kickback so come on out and get your dancing shoes on. Tickets are $15 pp, available at the door.

TOWNSHIP OF ADDINGTON HIGHLANDS RECREATION FACILITY CUSTODIAN The Corporation of the Township of Addington Highlands seeks one individual to fill the position of “Recreation Facility Custodian” for the Denbigh Township Hall and the Addington Highlands Community Centre - Denbigh. Resumes must be received at the Township Office, Flinton, ON, on or before 16:00 on April 29, 2016. Details may be obtained by contacting the Township Office, during normal office hours.

Seeking Friendly, Reliable Staff For Seasonal Employment • 18 or older, mature adults welcome • Smart Serve® an asset Email your resumé to Tracy at tracy@rivendellgolf.on.ca or drop your resume off at Rivendell Golf Course, 7359 Rd 38, Verona.

MUSIC LESSONS TOM’S MUSIC STUDIO is now accepting students for drums, guitar, bass guitar, piano, beginner banjo and theory; repairs to all stringed instruments. Tom 613-539-4659

DOUG’S ANTENNA NEW Shaw TV Promotion - 2 HD receivers for free after programming credit! No Credit Check. No Contract. Call 613-374-3305 for details.

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Township of Central Frontenac STUDENT SUMMPER EMPLOYMENT Assistant Swim Instructor Please submit a resume and cover letter to dlongmire@centralfrontenac.com or place in an envelope clearly addressed to the Donna Longmire expressing your experience, knowledge, skills and abilities. Resumés will be accepted by the undersigned until 3:00 p.m. Wednesday, April 27th, 2016. Special Certificates/Licenses/ Requirements: • Red Cross Instructor Certified. • Current First Aid / CPR Certificate. • NLS Lifeguard Certification. • A satisfactory "Criminal Reference Check will be required by the successful candidates at their own expense." • Must provide own transportation to and from work. Skills / Special Training: • 1 year experience as a Lifeguard / Instructor preferred.

Information gathered relative to this position is done so in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and will only be used for candidate selection purposes. All applicants are thanked for their interest in applying for this position but only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. The Township of Addington Highlands is an equal opportunity employer. We would be pleased to provide accommodations, upon request, throughout the recruitment process to applicants with disabilities to ensure equal participation.

The Corporation of the Township of Addington Highlands P. O. Box 89, 72 Edward Street, Flinton, ON K0H 1P0 (613) 336-2286 ph; (613) 336-2847; clerk@addingtonhighlands.ca

TOWNSHIP OF ADDINGTON HIGHLANDS GROUNDSKEEPER - DENBIGH The Corporation of the Township of Addington Highlands seeks one individual to fill the position of “Groundskeeper” in Denbigh. This position would be responsible for the push mowing and weed trimming at the various municipal properties located in Denbigh. Lawn maintenance using a riding lawn mower is completed by another individual. Resumes must be received at the Township Office, Flinton, ON, on or before 16:00 on April 29, 2016. Details may be obtained by contacting the Township Office, during normal office hours. Information gathered relative to this position is done so in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and will only be used for candidate selection purposes.

Donna Longmire Executive Assistant P.O. Box 89, 1084 Elizabeth St, Sharbot Lake, ON K0H 2P0 Ph: (613) 279-2935 Fax 613-279-2422

All applicants are thanked for their interest in applying for this position but only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. The Township of Addington Highlands is an equal opportunity employer. We would be pleased to provide accommodations, upon request, throughout the recruitment process to applicants with disabilities to ensure equal participation.

We thank all applicants who apply, but only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act S.O. 2001, and will only be used for purposes of candidate selection.

The Corporation of the Township of Addington Highlands P. O. Box 89, 72 Edward Street, Flinton, ON K0H 1P0 (613) 336-2286 ph; (613) 336-2847; clerk@addingtonhighlands.ca

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BBQs, Coolers & More

Environmentally Friendly Brown Pressure Treated Lumber

In Stock Now! BBQs starting at

George St, Sydenham

613-376-3441 613-376-6666

Northern Happenings Northern Happenings listings are free for community groups, and will be published for two weeks. Donations to offset the costs of publication would be appreciated. Other listings are paid or are taken from paid ads elsewhere in the paper. The News makes every effort to be accurate but events should be independently verified by readers.

Thursday April 24 SHARBOT LAKE LEGION Darts, 7pm; $3

Thurs – Sun. April 21 - 24, NORTH FRONTENAC LITTLE THEATRE presents “Pinocchio”, Granite Ridge Education Centre, Sharbot Lake; Thurs-Sat. 7pm; Sun. 1pm; $15; $10 students; 4 & under $8; info 613-279-1335; www.nflt.ca

Friday April 22 ARDEN - EARTH DAY CLEANUP, sponsored by Rec. Committee, meet at community center, 9am with gloves, bags provided. HARTINGTON – GOSPEL SING, Portland Community Church, 7pm w/ Don Edmund, Wayne & Mary Abrams, The Old Hims; freewill offering, refreshments, all welcome, 374-2178 PLEVNA – BINGO FUNDRAISER for North Frontenac volunteer firefighters, 7-9pm, cash prizes, Clar-Mill hall SHARBOT LAKE – DINNER at the Legion. 5:30–7pm $12; Swiss Steak

Saturday April 23 BLUE SKIES FIDDLE ORCHESTRA JAMA-THON, Maberly Hall, 1-6pm, all welcome and all musicians welcome to participate. BUS TRIP to Gananoque Casino, $27 ea. leaves 9am from Land o’Lakes PS, Mountain Grove; reserve: Kathy 613-335-2708 HARLOWE - OPEN MIC, community hall 2-8pm; no admission fee; Potluck supper 5:30 pm; donations accepted; bring your talent; all welcome HARROWSMITH - CHINESE DINNER & AUCTION; S and A Club, 6pm; advance tickets only: Pam 372-1578, Marilyn 613-9855254; $13 members; $15 non-members HARROWSMITH - DINNER & DANCE w/ “Bit of Nostalgia”, Golden Links Hall, 6pm; $20pp; tickets 613-372-2410; sponsored by Odd Fellows & Rebekahs; proceeds to Camp Trillium. NORTHBROOK - SPRING MARKET EXTRAVAGANZA, Lions Hall, 10am-2pm, sponsored by Land o’Lakes Lions; vendors please call 613-336-8502 PARHAM - TICHBORNE Clean up” Day; If

The Classifieds Land O’ Lakes School Parent Council

Fundraiser

Tree Seedling Sale $2

White Pine Red Pine White Spruce White Cedar Tamarack

Red Oak White Oak Bur Oak Silver Maple Red Maple White Birch Hickory

For more information or to place an order contact Victor Heese: 613-331-3655 victoryhaze@mac.com Seedlings will be available for pick-up at Land O’ Lakes School on Monday, April 25 from 12:00 – 4:30. Proceeds for playground equipment.

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For All Your Fence & Deck Requirements.

you can do even a small portion of the road you live on that would help; call Bob Teal, District 4 Rec. Committee, 613-375-6525 PARHAM - POTLUCK SUPPER, 5-7pm; $10; 6-12yrs $5; under 5 free; IOOF Hall; sponsored by Mayflower Lodge, SHARBOT LAKE – STUFF THE CRUISER for the food bank, at Mike Dean’s, 10am-2pm SYDENHAM - FAIR VOTE presentation on Proportional Voting System, public library, 2-4pm, free, all welcome, SYDENHAM - SHEESHAM, LOTUS & ‘SON:, 7:30pm, Grace Hall; $12 advance, $15 at door; 10yrs & under free; tickets avail. Gilmour’s; SFCS office; Sydenham One Stop SYDENHAM LEGION - SPRING DANCE w/ Texas Tuxedo, 8pm; $10 each.

Sunday April 24 DENBIGH – HOMECOMING CONCERT, New Apostolic Church, 7pm; admission: donation to food bank; info: 333-9777 FLINTON – BLUEGRASS GOSPEL CONCERT w/ Grassy Fiddle Tyme Band, 6:30pm, Through the Roof Ministries, free will offering, all welcome, 613-336-2614 GRIFFITH - DAFFODIL TEA FOR CANCER; hosted by Denbigh/Griffith Lions, 1-3pm; $7; lunch, music by Hwy. #41 MISSISSIPPI - SPECIAL MUSIC NIGHT, Free Methodist Church, 4pm; potluck supper after at Snow Road Hall. All welcome

Monday April 25 FLINTON - SOFTBALL REGISTRATION; Flinton Rec. Centre 6:30pm, Boys & Girls, ages 5 - 14/15 years, registration $5 child; register: Brian 336-0596 or James Wood 336-8114. Coaches, umpires needed, please volunteer; sponsored by Flinton Rec. Club MABERLY AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY MEETING 7:30pm community hall; new members & volunteers welcome. PARHAM DINERS, noon, United Church hall, for those 50+. $12, reservations requ’d: 613-279-3151 PORTLAND DISTRICT REC. COMMITTEE meeting 7pm, Princess Anne Bldg. Hartington, main topic: helping bring skateboard park to Harrowsmith; all welcome; info: Dan 613-372-1910. SHARBOT LAKE – FOOT CARE CLINIC, seniors’ centre, appointment: 613-279-3151.

Tuesday April 26 LAND O’LAKES QUILTERS meet 9am, Pineview Free Methodist Church, Cloyne (lower level). new quilters welcome; lolquilt@gmail.

Volunteer Trustee Needed to help a disabled person manage their finances on a monthly basis. Volunteer must have a clear CPIC and be willing to enter into a co-signed bank account with the individual. Support and training provided by the APSW program at Northern Frontenac Community Services. Contact Mike at 279-3151

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Wednesday April 27 ABRAMS BROTHERS CONCERT, fundraiser for Lennox & Addington Seniors’ Outreach Services, 7:30pm, Trinity United Church, Napanee, adults $30, children $10. SYDENHAM - ALZHEIMER SUPPORT GROUP Grace Centre, 6:30-8:30pm. www. alzheimer.ca/kfla

Thursday, April 28 SHARBOT LAKE – MUSIC & FRIENDS 7:30pm, Crossing Pub w/ Julia Schall, Shawn Savoie, Amy Gillan, Bruce McConnell & host band Feral Five; $5 SNOW ROAD MUSIC NIGHT, with the Old Habits, community centre, 7-9pm

Friday, April 29 CANADIANS FOR WOMEN IN AFGHANISTAN fundraising gala to support education in Afghanistan, 5:30pm, CFB Kingston; dinner, marketplace; silent & live auctions, speaker Raheel Raza; $100 (includes $45 tax receipt): tarasickm@gmail.com, 613-375-8290. DENBIGH - SPAGHETTI DINNER, silent auction & music fundraiser for Vennachar Free Methodist Church, Denbigh Hall; by donation, info 613-479-2673.

Saturday April 30 COFA BEEF BBQ (Conservationists of Frontenac Addington), Lions Hall, Northbrook, 4-7pm, $14; children $7; under 12 years free; info: 613-336-9400 ENTERPRISE – BREAKFAST, 8-11am, $6, Stone Mills Pentecostal Church, all welcome. OMPAH VOLUNTEERS ATV RIDE FOR DAD, registration 8-11am. $45pp ride, dinner & prizes; $30 ride & prizes; $20 dinner; doubles211@gmail.com; 1-866-661-4939. PERTH – FESTIVAL OF THE MAPLES, 7am-4pm; pancake breakfast 7-11 at Legion; live music; entertainment, children’s play park & activities & more; www.perthchamber.com; 613-267-3200 PLEVNA - CLARENDON MILLER COMMUNITY ARCHIVES official launch of their new website, public library, 6638 Buckshot Lake

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Rd., 1-4 pm, all welcome. SHARBOT LAKE - CHINESE DINNER & QUARTER AUCTION, Oso Hall, dinner 5:30pm, auction to follow; tickets: $15pp; sponsor: Northern Frontenac Community Services SNOW ROAD - MELANOMA BREAKFAST, Snowmobile Club 8-11am, 1106 Gemmills Rd SYDENHAM LEGION - CHINESE DINNER & QUARTER AUCTION hosted by the Ladies Auxiliary, dinner 5:30pm; auction 7pm; $15 pp

Sunday May 1 BEDFORD OPEN MIC & JAM, 1-5pm, 1381 Westport Rd, audience $2; entertainers free; refreshments avail; info: Judy 374-2317, Wilhelmine 374-2614.

Tuesday May 3 SHARBOT LAKE – TEA & TOAST, United Church 9-10am, $2, all welcome SHARBOT LAKE 39ers at North Frontenac Telephone office, downstairs, noon potluck followed by meeting, games & slide show after; all over 50 years welcome; info Shirley 613-279-2990; dotdotfraser@gmail.com SHARBOT LAKE - ALZHEIMER SOCIETY SUPPORT GROUP, 1-2:30pm, United Church hall, 613-544-3078 SHARBOT LAKE – WELLNESS GROUP, Family Health Team Community Room, 1-2:30pm, all welcome, info: Emily Britt 613279-3151x116

Wednesday May 4 BOLINGBROKE - SPRING FLING FASHION SHOW, 5-7:30pm, ABC Hall, $15; info www.abchall.ca SNOW ROAD – FOOT CARE CLINIC, community centre, appointment: 613-279-3151.

Thursday May 5 GREC’S GOT TALENT Talent Show, Granite Ridge Education Centre, Sharbot Lake; dinner 5:30pm, talent show 7pm; dinner $10; $5 kids; 5 & under free. Show $3; proceeds to grade 8 grad trip and parent council; info/ dinner reservations: 279-2131; schallj@limestone.on.ca

Estate Planner Personal Financial & Tax Consultant

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Lawrence A Bennett, CLU, CHS Estate Planner and Tax Consultant

Basic Tax Return

340 Victoria St N, Tweed Office: 613-478-1116 www.lbpersonalservices.com lbpersonalservices@gmail.com

Frontenac Vacant Land Condominium Corp. #70 Box 145, Arden ON K0H 1B0 Formerly known as Garrison Shores near Arden, ON invites tenders for the following:

Request for Tender #16-02 Brush Trimming along both sides of the road, on both sides of the lake approximately 3 kms.

Request for Tender #16-03

Frontenac Vacant Land Condominium Corp. #70 Box 145, Arden ON K0H 1B0 Formerly known as Garrison Shores near Arden, ON invites tenders for the following:

Request for Tender # 16-01 To clean shower room on the south side of the lake 1 day per week.

Shower house rebuild. Licensed contractor must obtain all permits required and set up and be present for inspections on completion of job. Shower house will contain 1 shower room, utility room and pump house room. Must meet all codes. Closing date for brush trimming tender is May 15, 2016.

Closing date is April 30, 2016

Closing date for shower house rebuild is June 11, 2016.

For more information call W. Harrison 613-335-3186.

For more information please call W. Harrison 335-3186.

Maberly Maple Festival The annual Maberly Maple Festival is one of the Agricultural Society's biggest fundraisers of the year. On April 16, close to 150 guests enjoyed pancakes cooked to perfection by Sue Munro and Mary Lou Pospisil, and smothered in Gordon Patterson's maple syrup, which he generously donated to the event.

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SOCIAL NOTES IN MEMORIAM

MEMORIAL SERVICE

Lessard, Fae In loving memory of a wife, mother and Nana who passed away on April 19, 2011. No one knows how much we miss you, No one knows the bitter pain We have suffered since we lost you Five years ago, Fae. Our lives have never been the same. In our hearts your memory lingers. There is not a day goes by We don't think of you. Always Loved and missed. Cecil, Brent, Carmel, Todd, Braden & Gavin.

OBITUARY

Dietz, Wolfgang August 29, 1949 - April 15, 2016 Wolfgang passed away April 15th, 2016 in Ottawa following a short illness. He was a wonderful, caring, quiet, understanding, gentleman and partner to Janet Greenley of Ompah. Wolfgang was predeceased by his wife Helga (Mueller) Dietz. He was the stepfather of Gabi Mueller of Bremen Germany and Josh (Rachele) Greenley of Cornwall. Wolfgang was the son of Erich Dietz and the late Margot Dietz of Giessen. He was the brother to Hans Ulrich (Monika) and uncle to Christian and Daniela Dietz. Wolfgang was a welcome member to Janet’s Taggart family and “Opa Dietz” to Ethan and Noah Greenley and special friend of Roswitha Ruhstorfer. Friends may pay their respects at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, 15 Gore St., West, Perth on Friday, April 22nd, 2016 from 12:00 Noon until 12:45 P.M. Funeral service will be held in the Chapel at 1:00 P.M. Interment Crawfords Cemetery followed by a reception in the Snow Road Community Hall. In remembrance of Wolfgang, contributions to the Canadian Marfan Association, 128 Queen Street South, PO Box 42257, Mississauga, ON, L5M 4Z0 would be appreciated. For condolences or further information, visit our website at www.blairandson.com. FUNERAL SERVICES

IN MEMORIAM

Frechette, Marcel "Bud"

Bush

Cecil Freeman

1927 - 2016 A memorial service for family and friends to honour Bud's life will be held on Saturday, May 7th, 2016 at 10:00 A.M. in the Snow Road Presbyterian Church. Interment will take place following the service in Crawford's Cemetery. For condolences or further information, visit our website at www.blairandson.com.

In loving memory of my husband, Earl Basil Bush, who passed away April 20, 2002. Thought of often and always loved, wife Reta Bush.

1929 - 2010 When the Father says, “Come home,” and opens wide the door, we're sad because we cannot see our loved ones any more, and yet we know, beyond that door, they're in a glorious place where everything is perfect, where they see the Saviour's face, and He will send His Spirit down to soothe each grieving heart until we join our loved ones, home at last... no more to part. Lovingly remembered by wife Jean, the spouses and children of Marcia, Shelley, and Noel

IN MEMORIAM

Turner In loving memory of our brother Morris, who passed away April 23, 2013, and father Leonard, who passed away on May 1, 1987. Sadly missed by Eldon, Fern and family.

Steele, Ken April 21, 2014 We cannot bring the old days back When we were all together, But secret tears and loving thoughts Will live with us forever. Always remembered Bessie, Linda & Dan.

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SF Council - from page 1 Mills’ recommendations were as usual: that Council receive the comments and attachments of the planning report, defer any decision until comments from the public are reviewed, and forward the planning report and comments from the public to the County. Four local residents spoke at the public meeting. Jeff Peters had concerns about the negative effect that 18 properties with lawns, driveways and septic systems would have on such a shallow lake. Sharon Freeman, who lives across the road, said the property owner had already cleared out a lot of trees and underbrush, thus already destroying the natural habitat for wildlife. Mary Bird, whose property is surrounded by the land under discussion, said that there are far fewer Grey Rat Snakes since the recent clearing of the land. Matt Rennie said that with lots running four deep back from the water, this appeared to amount to “backlot development.” He asked why the pubic meeting was being held before the proposal was complete, and whether there would be another public meeting later. Fran Willes also asked whether the public meeting was premature, because the submission was incomplete. Mayor Vandewal said the public meeting was being held now because the County had requested it. He added that a landowner is free to cut all the trees he wishes: the controls on shoreline protection are only in the development agreement, once a proposal is accepted. The current planner’s report and all comments from the public meeting are to be forwarded to the County. CAO Orr reminded those present that only those who have commented on a proposal, either at the public meeting or by letter to Council or the County, will be eligible to either call for an OMB review or speak at one. (As an oversight from the last Council meeting, Council also agreed to forward to the County the planner’s report and all comments from the public meeting concerning the Collins Lake subdivision proposal.)

Timeline for Zoning By-law Amendments re Lakefront Properties (from April 5 Council meeting) Planner Mills has recommended changes to the Comprehensive Zoning By-law that would remove section 5.11, which permits lakefront buildings destroyed by fire, flood or other disaster to be reconstructed on the same footprint. This has raised concerns among residents of older cottages and homes, which were built much closer to the water than would currently be permitted. Councilor Schjerning is concerned that seasonal residents may not even learn about this until too late to ask for reconsideration, and asked why the rush. Councilor Sleeth asked for an extension to the decision, for seasonal residents are still a big part of the Storrington community. Councilor Sutherland said he was not sure this needed to be postponed, for the lake associations already were informed. Councilor Revill thought very few would be affected but the change, and it is important not to permit residents to remove and replace lakeside structures. Councilor McDougall said very few have been, or will be affected by the by-law change.

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Attention knitters! A community project needs you! H eather Woodyard, owner of Verona's yarn shop, Ewe can Knit, is enlisting the help of local knitters for a good cause. In an effort to give comfort to youngsters who are undergoing medical procedures at Kingston’s KGH and Hotel Dieu hospitals, Woodyard has launched a community blanket- making project. “The idea is get the community together to give these kids a sense of comfort and something nice to hang on to while they are in the hospital,” Woodyard said.

Outdoors in the Land O'Lakes - Goodbye winter, hello spring

by Lorraine Julien

t’s wonderful to hear the songbirds these past few weeks as they’ve arrived back from their winter retreats, although I have felt sorry for them with the colder than normal spring. Worms started to pop through the ground recently, only to dive back in again as the freezing temperatures returned. Trees that were covered in frozen fruit from last year were soon stripped of their berries – apple trees, mountain ash, junipers, etc. by hungry birds. Remember to keep feed in your bird feeders. When they arrive back here from their southern climes, the birds are ravenously hungry and anxious to find a mate and prepare their nests. All this activity requires a lot of energy and food. Once the little hatchlings arrive, the parents need all the food they can get. Some good foods for spring and summer are: • Black oil, nutrition rich sunflower seeds (great for most birds) • Nyjer (thistle) seed for the finches and nuthatches • Meal worms – great for adult songbirds trying to feed their youngsters • Leftover pieces of fruit such as oranges, apples and chunks of bananas will attract orioles and tanagers (you’d have to take any leftovers in at night though as raccoons and other night creatures would be attracted. I know from experience that raccoons really like banana peels. I have a photograph of them diving into our compost bin and coming up with mouthfuls of banana peels.) • Nectar – the hummingbirds will begin arriving around the first of May so remember to put your nectar feeders out. The hummers will be very hungry until the first of the flowers begin blooming. • Suet – apparently most suet cakes are now made to withstand melting in the summer heat and can be used year round. I notice these are available at Canadian Tire and probably other places. Again, I would use these with caution as you may attract raccoons and/or bears. • Calcium Carbonate – egg shells can be washed and sterilized after using the eggs. Just wash and sterilize the shells using a low heat oven, then crush and add them to your feeder. Birds love them and it’s good to supplement the feed with egg shells in the early spring when most bird species are nesting and laying eggs. For the first time I’ve just added some shells to my feeders and the pieces seem to disappear. A major benefit of having more birds around your property is the fact that you’ll have fewer bugs, especially the biting kind! Also remember the butterflies, especially monarchs, and the bees. Plant lots of butterfly and bee-attracting plants. Try to leave wild milkweed to flourish so the monarchs will have plants on which to lay their eggs this summer. Of course most flowering plants will also attract hummingbirds and honey bees. - continued next week

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gested timeline: April 26, the Committee of the Whole will receive the planner’s report, legal opinions and delegations. If necessary, further delegations will be received May 10, and a final decision will be made at the May 17 council meeting. Lake associations will be informed of this timeline.

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The OPP continue to receive numerous complaints from residents about calls from scammers claiming to be employees of the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA). Victims may be told they owe money or that they are going to receive a credit for overpayment or a benefit payment, and are asked to provide personal information such as a social insurance number, credit card number, bank account number, or passport number. Recently, a Canada Post employee was able to alert a Napanee woman who was about to send $3,800 to a male who identified himself as an officer from the CRA. According to the victim the “officer” stated he would take away the woman’s passport, seize her house, close her bank accounts and seize her property if she did not send the money immediately. The woman did not send the money after police were called to intervene. OPP would like to remind the public not to respond immediately to these types of requests, but to check first with the CRA, a family member or contact police .

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She is inviting knitters to knit or crochet 7x8 inch squares, which she will then sew together to create blankets. This is an ongoing project and those interested can drop off their finished squares at Ewe Can Knit in Verona, which is located at 6667 Highway 38 just beside The Verona Convenience store. Store hours are Tuesday through Saturday from 10am-5pm. If you have any questions please contact Heather at 613374-3000 or visit Ewe Can Knit on Facebook

TOWNSHIP OF SOUTH FRONTENAC 2016 SWIM AND DAYCAMP PROGRAMS Summer Camp registration dates will be advertised soon. Keep an eye on our weekly newspaper ad and our website under Things-to-do/swimand-daycamps.

CONSIDERING A CONSTRUCTION PROJECT? Not sure if you need a building permit? Call our Building Department staff at 613-376-3027 to chat about your potential construction project. You can also go to the Township website and follow the links to the Building Department for information on what documents we require with the submission of your building application. There are also useful links to assist you in your construction process along with answers to frequently asked questions.

NOTICE OF ROAD CLOSING Take notice that the Council of the Corporation of the Township of South Frontenac proposes to pass a by-law to stop up, close and sell part of a Township-owned road allowance as follows: Location: Part of Lot 19, Between Concessions V and VI, District of Loughborough Reason: The owner of property abutting the road allowance on the north wishes to close the road allowances to add to his land. It is not anticipated that there would be any impact of this road closure on any other property-owners. The proposed road closing will come before Council for consideration at the regular meeting to be held in the Council Chambers, 4432 George Street, Sydenham, on May 17, 2016, at 7:00 PM. For more information see the website under “News and Public Notices”.

NOTICE OF ZONING – Invitation to comment On March 15, 2016 the Council of the Corporation of the Township of South Frontenac considered amendments to the Comprehensive Zoning By-law. Two of these changes relate to rebuilding cottages within the normally required 30 metre setback from waterbodies. One change would clarify that, when buildings are removed by the owner to rebuild, they must rebuild according to the setbacks now in place. The other change would require a minor variance application to rebuild where a building within this 30 metres setback is destroyed by fire or tempest. These measures are to help protect the water quality of the lakes by maintaining a natural buffer around the lakes as much as possible. To deal with these matters, Council invites delegations to speak on the subject at the Committee of the Whole meeting at 7:00 PM, on either April 26, 2016 or May 10, 2016 in the Council Chambers, 4432 George Street, Sydenham. Written comments will also be considered prior to the matter being brought back to Council for a decision. Anyone wishing to speak as a delegation at either of the meetings should contact Angela Maddocks at amaddocks@southfrontenac.net or 613 376-3027 ext. 2222, by no later than noon on the Thursday preceding the meeting. (Thursday April 21 or May 5, 2016)

NOTICE OF ROAD CLOSING Take notice that the Council of the Corporation of the Township of South Frontenac proposes to pass a by-law to stop up, close and sell part of a Township-owned road allowance as follows: Location: Between Lots 6 and 7, Concession XIII, District of Storrington Reason: The owner of property abutting the road allowance on the west and east sides wishes to close the road allowances to add to his land. The proposed road closing will come before Council for consideration at the regular meeting to be held in the Council Chambers, 4432 George Street, Sydenham, on May 3, 2016, at 7:00 PM. For more information, see the township website under “News and Public Notices”.

PITCH-IN CANADA - April 17-23, 2016 It‘s that time again! With the snow receding quickly this year, the garbage in our ditches and treelines is glaringly apparent. We are asking the wonderful residents of South Frontenac to Pitch-In again and help clean up our beautiful Township. Pitch-In bags will be available beginning April 4th at either Township offices as well as the stores that currently sell bag tags. We will not be collecting the filled bags until the week of April 17th so if you decide to start early, you will have to find a place to keep the bags until that week. Feel free to call ahead and register your group and the number of bags you would like to fill. Call Solid Waste Management at 613 376-3027 Ext 4330 to register. Last year residents filled more than 600 bags, so let’s see if we can surpass that this year!

A RECYCLING REMINDER Please take precautions that what you put in your recycling box STAYS in your recycling box. One just has to drive down any road in our Township to see the effects that loosely packed recycle boxes have done to our environment. This should be on your mind year round as you put your recycling out to the curb. Not overfilling your box and crushing your bottles will make them more compact and less likely to take flight. As well, the simple act of putting a rock on top of your newspapers will hold them down. An alternative would be to put your newspapers flat in a grocery bag then into your box; it holds a lot and they are contained. Please keep the environment and our workers in mind when putting out your recycling and Please Don’t Litter!

REDUCED LOADS ON TOWNSHIP ROADS Subject to Section 122 of the Highway Traffic Act, during the period from March 1 to April 30 inclusive, of each calendar year, no person shall operate vehicle on a designated highway with a load that exceeds the limits set out in the Act. No commercial motor vehicle or trailer, other than a public vehicle shall be operated or drawn upon any designed highway where the weight upon an axle exceeds 5, 000 kilograms.

HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE DEPOT The HHW Depot will be open every Thursday from 3 pm to 8 pm. Please remember accepted items are hazardous materials, electronics and bale wrap only. A full listing of accepted materials may be found on our website under Living Here/Solid Waste/Recycling/Household Hazardous Waste.

COUNCIL MEETINGS The next regular Council meeting will be held on Tuesday, May 3, 2016 at 7:00 pm. The next Committee of the Whole meeting will be held on Tuesday, April 26, 2016 at 7:00 pm. 4432 George Street, Box 100, Sydenham ON K0H 2T0 1-800-559-5862 Office Hours: Monday to Friday 8:00 am to 4:30 pm

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