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Feds, province to assist with Concession 5 North bridge replacement

By Ron Giofu The Town of Amherstburg is looking to rebuild one of its bridges along Concession 5 North and is getting financial aid from the federal and provincial governments to do it.

The bridge, dubbed “Bridge 3012,” runs over the Canard River and is between North Side Road and North Town Line (County Road 8) and will be funded through the Rural and Northern Communities Infrastructure Stream of the “Investing in Canada” infrastructure plan.

The federal government is contributing up to $1,725,000 under the program, while the province is contributing up to $1,149,885. The town’s share is expected to be in the neighbourhood of $575,115.

The formal announcement of the grant funding came in a virtual press conference that was held via Zoom last Wednesday morning with Windsor-Tecumseh MP Irek Kusmierczyk, Sarnia-Lambton MPP Bob Bailey and Mayor Aldo DiCarlo.

DiCarlo said the town was happy to be part of the “Investing in Canada” funding program and that it will help smaller municipalities deal with their infrastructure needs.

“The collaborative contributions are not only appreciated but they are essential to small municipalities with limited budgets,” the mayor stated. “We are

The federal and provincial governments will be kicking in the majority of the money to replace a bridge on Concession 5 North. Bridge 3012 over the Canard River will be replaced thanks to funding from the “Investing in Canada” infrastructure plan with the actual construction work likely to take place in 2022.

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sincerely grateful to receive these funds to address our critical infrastructure needs.”

DiCarlo added: “The Town of Amherstburg is proud to be the recipient of this grant funding agreement from the federal and provincial governments.

The successful application of Bridge 3012 will not only address the need for replacement as identified in our Infrastructure needs study, it will also conserve the service level it currently provides in a safe and reliable manner. The town is sincerely grateful for receiving funds to address these infrastructure needs.”

The road leading up to the bridge will also be rebuilt, it was learned during the online press conference.

The bridge on Concession 5 North is one of three bridges that were covered under last Wednesday’s announcement. The Township of St. Clair will rehabilitate the historical Holt Line Bridge over the Sydenham River and Sarnia will see the reconstruction and widening of approximately three kilometers of Plank Road between South Indian Road and Highway 40.

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Town council agrees to let greenhouse Suspect sought after development proceed thefts from vehicles

By Ron Giofu

other facilities in the area with no positive tests for COVID-19.

“I feel this is one of the most responsible greenhouse developers that is fighting to come to the town of Amherstburg,” said Ondejko. “We’re going to follow every building code. Whatever changes there are, we’re going to be on top of it.”

Prue asked if more space needs to be allotted per employee and Ondejko pledged they would comply with all regulations. He also addressed concerns with fire protection, noting he is working with the Amherstburg Fire Department to resolve them and that it is a steel and glass facility that is being proposed.

Fire chief Bruce Montone indicated progress has been made in talks with the developer and was optimistic that through further negotiations that his department could have “ultimate access” around the site and meet the safety requirements the fire department wants to see.

Councillor Don McArthur reiterated his concerns over grow lights, with Ondejko responding the tomato-growing facility will not require them.

“There is not infrastructure at that location to put in lights,” Ondejko stated, adding the other facilities the company owns also do not have lights.

Of the development agreement, Ondejko added the language in it is stricter than what the company has faced in Leamington and Kingsville. The developer, he stated, “is a great corporate citizen and he’ll be great for the Town of Amherstburg.”

The development is a year behind, Ondejko continued, and there were thoughts at one point of stopping the project but they ultimately decided to go ahead with the $3.5 million development.

Councillor Marc Renaud said he was in favour of the development, adding after he spoke with the owner that “his workers are his main source of making a living.” McArthur added while there would be upwards of 400 jobs, he wondered the tax impact. Miceli said while it ranges, the early estimate was $130,000 annually plus “significant” water usage.

The CAO did add there would be associated costs with hosting such a development, but added his belief it would diversify the town’s economy.

Amherstburg town council has unanimously voted to give a third and final reading to a development agreement bylaw that allows a proposed greenhouse development on Concession 3 North to proceed.

After giving two readings to it earlier this month, town council members were convinced enough to move the Cecelia Acres development forward and give the bylaw its third and final reading. However, they did have some concerns and those were addressed by the project’s proponent Tim Ondejko Monday evening.

CAO John Miceli was tasked with gathering additional information and among the results he reported back to council with included correspondence from Premier Doug Ford’s office that stated no proposed changes to the Ontario Building Code have been identified, that the premier confirmed the province’s plan to enhance AgriFood Workforce Protection Program through $15 million investment to better protect workers, the development of a PPE directory and enhanced access to PPE, to provide enhanced educational resources, tools and consulting services to employers of foreign workers to reduce the spread of COVID-19 and to the province’s willingness to assist in the cost of short term accommodations and transportation to prevent outbreaks.

Councillor Michael Prue outlined concerns over the living conditions some migrant workers have to face in Ontario, including being allotted 40 square feet per worker, and only one toilet and shower for every ten people. Miceli said the proposal met the requirements of the Ontario Building Code and that the town had no authority to change that, though understood the concerns raised.

“We’re approving the location, not changing the building code,” he said.

Tim Ondejko represented the developers and said “we understand the level of concern with regards to our employees.”

“Without employees, our business is non-existent,” he said.

Ondejko said the proponents want safe accommodations and told town council that they operate two

“Without employees, our business is non-existent"

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The Windsor Police Service – Amherstburg Detachment is investigating a report of several vehicle break-ins that were reported last Wednesday in the Pointe West and Golfview subdivisions.

According to the Windsor Police Service – Amherstburg Detachment, it was reported that several vehicles had items either taken from within them or they were rummaged through. In one case, a vehicle window was damaged to gain entry.

Investigators believe the area of Middle Side Road, west of Concession 2 North was targeted. Clubview Drive and Golfview Drive appear to be the primary streets with reported incidents, police state.

Through investigation officers obtained a description of the suspect allegedly involved. The suspect is described as a male white, early Amherstburg Detachment 30’s, short hair, medium to heavy-set build, approximately 5’8” - 5’-11”, wearing a track suit, black and white running shoes and a “Puma” backpack.

The Windsor Police Service – Amherstburg Detachment state the incidents are believed to have occurred between approximately 12-6 a.m. last Wednesday.

The Amherstburg Criminal Investigation Division is actively investigating the thefts. They are asking residents in the area with video surveillance systems to check them for any suspicious activity around this time or any individuals caught on camera matching the above suspect description.

Investigators also suggest that residents in the area check their vehicles.

The community is reminded to never leave any valuables in your vehicle, especially in plain view, and always keep vehicle doors locked. Police are also advising the public to “lock it or lose it.”

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The Amherstburg Freedom Museum is re-opening to the public, though it is on an appointment basis for the time being. Local museums and galleries are starting to emerge from the COVID-19 pandemic as the Gibson Gallery has re-opened and the Park House Museum is also re-opening through its sale of tinware.

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The Amherstburg Freedom Museum re-opened to the public Tuesday at noon, however the re-opening comes with several regulations and restrictions in light of the fact the COVID-19 pandemic is still ongoing.

According to a media release issued by Amherstburg Freedom Museum curator Mary-Katherine Whelan, admission is by appointment only and must be booked by calling the museum at 519-736-5433 or 1-800-713-6336.

“We require visitors to provide their name and contact information when tours are booked for contact tracing if necessary,” Whelan stated in the release.

The Amherstburg Freedom Museum will have 50-minute timed slots available from 12-5 p.m.

Tuesday-Friday, and from 1-5 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. Whelan noted time slots can have no more than ten people per slot, and “we will not be offering group tours over ten people at this time.”

“Wearing a mask is mandatory, but exceptions can be made following orders from the Windsor Essex County Health Unit,” she added. “Please inform staff ahead of your visit if you are unable to wear a mask.”

The Amherstburg Freedom Museum will also provide masks, and hand sanitizer upon entry and throughout a person’s visit.

“The safety of both visitors and staff is our top priority,” she said. “Scheduled cleaning of touch points and washrooms will take place between visits. Interactive components have temporarily been removed. Donations, gift shop purchases, and ticket purchases may be made with credit card or debit.”

The Amherstburg Freedom Museum thanks its supporters for their patience as they re-open, and encourages the public to check out its Facebook page and website to read more about the museum’s re-entry protocols (https://amherstburgfreedom. org/re-opening/).

“We can't wait to see you and share our collections in a safe and responsible way!” said Whelan.

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“Sundae Drive-Thru” held to benefit Kids Curing Cancer

By Ron Giofu

A local small business did their part to not only cool people down, but raise money in the fight against cancer as well.

Sweet Moments Cookie Co., owned and operated by the Amherstburg mother-daughter team of Mary and Brook Lippert, presented a “Sundae Drive-Thru” last Sunday afternoon at the AMA Sportsmen Club where people could drive in, buy either an individual sundae kit for $10 or a family sundae kit for $25.

All proceeds went to Kids Curing Cancer.

A total of 72 kits were sold with $180 in donations collected.

Mary Lippert said the kits came with a waffle bowl, spoons, toppings, and ice cream.

She said another “Sundae Drive-Thru” is planned for the AMA Sportsmen Club Aug. 30 from 12-2 p.m. but people can still order kits for the fundraiser online.

Sweet Moments Cookie Co. is on Facebook and Instagram, both @SweetMomentsCookie, and people can place their orders there for their sundae kits.

Mary is also the president of the Amherstburg Minor Baseball Association and both she and Brook organize the AMBA “Fun Day” with proceeds going to Kids Curing Cancer.

“Since baseball is cancelled this year, we still wanted to do something,” said Mary.

“We came up with this idea. It’s super hot this year and everyone loves ice cream.”

There were 150 family kits and 20 individual kits and the Lipperts as well as the Baillargeon family, the latter being the driving force behind Kids Curing Cancer, hoped to sell them all. They also plan cookie fundraisers around Halloween, Christmas and Valentine’s Day as well, said Mary.

Kids Curing Cancer was founded in memory of Dan Gerard with his grandchildren Lauren, Kierstyn and Ty Baillargeon and their mother Jodi – Dan’s daughter - among the relatives helping at the “Sundae Drive-Thru” fundraising event.

“We debated whether to even have the fundraiser this year,” said Jodi, as the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has not allowed them to fundraise as normal.

The hope is the pasta dinner will still be allowed to happen next February but they

Above - Brook and Mary Lippert from Sweet Moments Cookie Co. service sundae kits to Lenisa and June Buchner Sunday afternoon at the AMA Sportsmen Association.

Sweet Moments Cookie Co. held a “Sundae Drive-Thru” as a way to raise funds for Kids Curing Cancer.

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still wanted to try and raise donations in whatever way they can this year.

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Amherstburg man arrested following report of a stabbing in Leamington

By RTT Staff

An Amherstburg man has been arrested following an allegation of a stabbing in Leamington.

Members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to the report of an assault on Forest Avenue in Leamington July 20 at approximately 6 p.m. It is alleged that altercation occurred in a parking lot where a woman was reportedly stabbed by a man who immediately fled the scene following the assault.

According to the OPP, uniformed members located and stopped the suspect driving a motor vehicle in the area of County Road 18 and Howard Ave. in Amherstburg a “short time” later.

The 44-year-old Amherstburg man was arrested without incident and was scheduled to appear at a bail hearing in the Ontario Court of Justice Windsor the next day.

A 37-year-old Leamington woman was transported to an area hospital for the treatment of serious but non-life threatening injuries.

The investigation is ongoing, the OPP added.

Anyone with information regarding this or any other incident is asked to call the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. If a person with information wishes to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or leave an anonymous online message at www.catchcrooks.com where the person who calls may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.

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Town council passes zoning bylaw amendment for Malden Centre development

By Ron Giofu Amherstburg town council passed a zoning bylaw amendment for a small residential development in Malden Centre with the development itself being amended from what was originally proposed.

An original proposal put forth by landowner Jon Parks called for 14 acres of land to be rezoned from agricultural to residential but the new proposal that was passed by town council was whittled down to 4.1 acres and will only see lots that run along County Road 20 developed.

The original proposal sparked concerns from neighbouring residents, who raised issues relating to prime agricultural land, that the dwellings would be on septic systems, urban sprawl, traffic and lot size.

“At the public meeting several concerns were raised on the location of future homes on the subject parcel.

In consultation with the applicant, the applicant has been amendable to include only a portion of lands fronting County Road 20 within the proposed zoning amendment by-law,” said manager of planning services Frank Garardo. “The proposed zoning amendment would reconfigure the zoning lines to include the portion of lands fronting County Road 20 to provide an opportunity to create a range of 5-7 residential lots which would be compatible in size to the abutting existing residential lots. The lands located behind the existing homes would be very difficult to service and therefore would remain with the agriculture zone.”

Councillor Michael Prue asked if the matter goes to the committee of adjustment, “I don’t want development by stealth to happen.” He noted plans of subdivision deal with seven properties while the committee of adjustment can only look at up to five lots.

“Is he looking for seven homes or five?” asked Prue.

“If a subdivision is going to happen, it needs to go to the county.”

Garardo said discussions have been taking place with the proponent to look at creating engineering plans to

An amended plan for the development in Malden Centre has been approved by town council. The proponent will now only develop lands fronting County Road 20. It was the subject of controversy at a planning meeting earlier this month.

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deal with seven lots. He said they are looking to try and deal with the matter through a plan of subdivision.

“The other option would be going through the committee (of adjustment) for five lots then two separate lots but we will be ensuring the full engineering plans deals with stormwater on the entire 4.1 acres,” said Garardo.

Prue, a former member of the committee of adjustment, said he is frustrated when people come in for five lots only to ask for more later. He also noted residents that are building nearby didn’t want homes behind their houses.

CAO John Miceli stated the town is looking at the Official Plan and his understanding is that the rear of the property will not be considered for future residential.

The town is considering removing that as residential in the Official Plan and the landowner would have to appeal the Official Plan if the town revises it in that fashion.

Councillor Peter Courtney said he was contacted by residents who purchased other lots nearby asking him his thoughts.

“I was pleasantly surprised and happy to see the modifications from our first planning meeting to this proposal,” he said.

Courtney said he was happy the current proposal only called for lots right along County Road 20 and not in behind the other homes being built. However, “we need some kind of guarantee to protect these residents who bought these houses” but wanted to know if they can work with Parks to amend the Official Plan now.

“Is there something we can do to guarantee the drawings in this (application) are the final drawings for the rest of the land?” he asked. “I want to know we have options right now.”

Garardo said it is possible for council to direct administration to have a “housekeeping” amendment to the OP but there would still be a public process involved.

Councillor Don McArthur also said “I was quite happy” that the new proposal only involved lands fronting County Road 20.

“I think that addressed a lot of concerns that were raised by the residents,” said McArthur.

McArthur questioned whether the town was moving forward properly from a procedural perspective, noting there may be new concerns with the amended layout of the lands.

Garardo said he contacted the residents that had objected to let them know of the new proposal. Miceli added the reduction from 14 acres to 4.1 acres was a result of the recent planning meeting.

“What we heard that evening and I think what the proponent Mr. Parks heard that evening was that people were extremely concerned what was going to be happening in the rear of the property. He consulted Frank and said ‘this is really all I want.’ That’s a result of that first planning meeting,” said Miceli.

Councillor Marc Renaud thanked Parks for helping to resolve the issue and said administration has come up with a plan to keep the remaining ten acres as agricultural. Deputy Mayor Leo Meloche believed “we can’t keep putting up roadblocks to development.”

Meloche stated “the first residents that bought there probably impeded someone else’s line of sight or whatever piece and quiet (they had).” He said he didn’t want to send a message to developers that Amherstburg is difficult to deal with but Prue said council has an obligation to listen to residents as well “and that is what the planning process is all about.”

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Feds, province to assist town in replacing bridge on Concession 5 North

Continued from Page 1 Kusmierczyk said the “historic investment” will help provide sustainable communities and that the federal government values the health and safety of all Canadians.

“This is critical to our country as we move forward,” he stated. “These investments will help improve the roads and bridges that keep families in rural Ontario safe and connected to their neighbours, friends and family. These projects will create well-paying jobs in Southern Ontario, and protect our critical infrastructure that helps our region thrive.”

Bailey stated that “we are investing what matters most” and that residents will get safer roads and bridges so they can get where they “need to go.” “(The) strategic investments will help residents and commuters in Sarnia, Amherstburg and St. Clair get where they need to go safely and reliably, extending

the lifespan of important travel routes while supporting economic recovery and job creation. I’m proud to represent Ontario and our Minister of Infrastructure to receive approval to move forward with our more than $3.2-million investment in these communities,” said Bailey.

Town council had already passed a bylaw at the June 22 online meeting to enter into a Transfer Pay Agreement in order to receive the funding. A report from treasurer Justin Rousseau on that evening’s agenda stated. The town received confirmation April 8 that the project had been approved for funding conditional on the town “entering into a comprehensive Transfer Payment Agreement (TPA) with the Province and on meeting the conditions outlined in the Transfer Payment Agreement”.

Rousseau’s report added: “The 2016 Bridge Study recommended that Bridge 3012 receive further structural investi-

A virtual press conference was held last Wednesday morning to announce three infrastructure projects to be funded under the “Investing in Canada” program.

Windsor-Tecumseh MP Irek Kusmierczyk, Sarnia-Lambton MPP Bob Bailey and Mayor Aldo DiCarlo participated in the press conference as one of the bridges that will be replaced thanks to the funding is on Concession 5 North.

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gation. The investigation was completed in 2017 and revealed severe deterioration of beams in the travelled portion of the roadway. Replacement of the bridge would avoid the need to apply a load limit or possible bridge closure based on future structural reviews. The federal and provincial funding contributions to

Windsor Police Service – Amherstburg Detachment look for information on drowning

By RTT Staff The Windsor Police Service – Amherstburg Detachment is seeking information after a young child tragically drowned last Wednesday evening.

Patrol officers from the Windsor Police Service Amherstburg Detachment responded alongside other emergency services personnel for a report of a drowning at a home in Amherstburg last Wednesday around 6:30 p.m. Further information on the matter was not disclosed.

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this project will facilitate replacement of Bridge 3012 in the near term, to conserve the service level it currently provides in a safe and reliable manner.

DiCarlo stated engineering for a new bridge will likely occur next year with actual construction to take place the following year.

Town council agrees to let greenhouse development proceed Continued from page 2 “This development is a benefit to Amherstburg,” said Deputy Mayor Leo Meloche. “I welcome this.

I hope tonight answered a lot of concerns people had.”

Prue added that council is “very limited in what we can do” but “massaged” the project as best they could.

“It cannot be stopped,” said Prue.

Prue hoped legislation from federal and provincial governments will improve living conditions for farm workers across the province and said he was heartened by the statement from Ondejko that the proponents would be willing to comply.

He also noted the decision made last meeting was to give first and second reading, which meant they gave approval in principle, and that “there was no refusal.”

“I did hear concerns from residents,” stated Mayor Aldo DiCarlo, but he added he also heard from residents who favoured the development.

“I’m sure over time, the town will see the benefits and hopefully all goes well,” the mayor added.

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SWIFT announces funding for high speed internet in Essex County

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Essex County residents will soon have greater access to faster, reliable internet services thanks to a $12.8 million RFP for the expansion of broadband access announced recently by Southwestern Integrated Fibre Technology (SWIFT).

However, that investment will not be seen in Amherstburg.

“We are thrilled with this announcement today, as the dedicated work of SWIFT is beginning to take shape in Essex County, ensuring residents and businesses will be provided access to fast and quality internet services,” said Essex County Warden Gary McNamara.

“We know that broadband technology is integral to our region in order to attract investment, retain talent and create opportunities for economic prosperity. This RFP is the first step to crucial connectivity across the County and we look forward to future partnerships and successes.”

Prequalified service providers have until July 31 to submit network designs and proposals to address broadband service gaps in eligible funding areas throughout the County. To identify high-quality projects, SWIFT will evaluate all eligible proposals against a predefined assessment criteria.

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“Broadband has now become a necessary utility as essential activities such as work, education, shopping and accessing public services continue to move online,” said David Mayberry, SWIFT board chair. “Our current reality has emphasized, more so than ever, the importance and need for greater connectivity across our region.

That is why SWIFT, in partnership with the Government of Ontario and Canada, along with our municipal partners are pleased to announce that access to high-speed internet will soon be a reality for many more residents living in Essex County.”

SWIFT is currently overseeing a $209 million Southwestern Ontario broadband expansion plan that will connect 22 per cent of the region’s underserved premises over the next three years. The RFP announced Wednesday is part of that expansion plan.

The Governments of Ontario and Canada have committed up to $63.7 million each to support SWIFT. The project also leverages additional funding from municipal partners and private sector investors.

Operating on a cost sharing basis, SWIFT will leverage federal and

A map shows the areas of Essex County that are eligible and ineligible for funding under the newly announced agreement with SWIFT for high speed internet in Essex County. Those already served with 50/10 service are ineligible for this round of funding, with that including Amherstburg.

provincial funding to subsidize up to a maximum of 2/3 of the eligible costs for awarded projects to deliver reliable internet to more people living in Essex County.

When evaluating and selecting projects for funding, SWIFT takes into consideration the following: ability to provide 50 Mbps down, 10 Mbps up (50/10) service or greater, number of premises passed, future scalability of the network, and service provider contribution proportion, among other project selection factors.

It was learned during that recent virtual meeting of Essex County

council meeting that Amherstburg will not receive any of the funding, nor will any other area with 50/10 service.

Mayor Aldo DiCarlo questioned that during the meeting but Barry Field, SWIFT executive director, said that areas already served are not eligible for the funding.

Field added SWIFT could give reliable internet service to all areas if they had the money, but admitted “money is a problem” and that is why this project will cover 22 per cent of the underserviced areas rather than all of them.

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One of the town’s Reid indicated they are seeing children adapting re-opened child care well to being back at child care. facilities has re-opened “We thought that the children would have a hard with its' summer camp time returning after being home for so long but it was having some extra quite the opposite,” said Reid. “The children were restrictions due to the arriving happy and were excited to play and be with ongoing COVID-19 friends. We have more children starting in August; pandemic. our enrollment for August is much higher than July.”

Anderdon Child Care Reid added they know that some children will need Inc. opened July 20 and, comfort as they return to our program and are ready at present, owner Bridget to meet their needs.

Reid stated they are “Each day children can expect arts and crafts, group offering a summer camp games, special outdoor activities, story time, and free at a reduced rate. She time to play with friends,” she said. “We planned a indicated they initially great program. The staff came together and planned accepted full-time fun activities.” students only and that Special activities they have offered include an ice enrollment is roughly cream social, parachute games, kick ball golf, painting one-third of what it rocks, mask making activity, arts and crafts and more. usually is because of the Continued on Page 9 COVID-19 pandemic.

“If a child were to attend only two days a week, that child would be considered one of the group of 10 individuals; and as such, that child care spot would remain empty three days a week,” she said. “This is why we prioritized full time families at first. We are now accepting part time families as well because we did not have enough full time families enroll to fill our cohorts.”

The government has mandated cohort sizes of 10 individuals, which includes staff and children, Reid noted.

A cohort is defined as a group of individuals that stay together in a “bubble" and do not mix or interact with other groups.

“Prior to the pandemic, during summer camp, we Painting was one of the activities that kept children busy last week would have 50 children at Anderdon Child Care Inc. They re-opened to the public July 20.

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Decorating masks was one of the activities at a camp offered by Anderdon Child Care Inc.

A number of different activities put smiles on children’s faces last week at Anderdon Child Care Inc. (Submitted photos)

Attendance at child cares forced to drop due to COVID restrictions (Continued from page 8) “COVID 19 has impacted child care significantly in so many ways. It is a financially challenging time with significantly increased payroll, as we need additional staff to meet the cleaning, and screening requirements set out by the health unit,” said Reid. “Attendance is down as well, which means reduced revenue, due to reduced cohort sizes and families working from home. We are waiting to see what the long term impact on child care will be; during the closure of child care many families have turned to in home day care, relatives, or older siblings and we are not sure how this will impact enrollment levels in the near future.

We do run a great program and we feel confident that our enrollment will slowly build back up to pre pandemic levels over time.”

According to Reid, child care has been impacted in positive ways as well.

“Local child care owners and supervisors have come together to support one another and share resources and experiences in a way that has never been done before and that is really great to see. Sharing best practices and helpful resources between child care centres will help us to collectively raise the bar on local child care and that is exciting,” she said.

Anderdon Child Care thanked Tammy Brochert from Little Buddies, as “her child care centre opened before ours and Tammy came out and advised us regarding how to set up our screening area and she gave us tips on classroom distancing practices. “ Reid said Anderdon Child Care is keeping children and families safe with our screening procedures, distancing practices, enhanced cleaning protocols and designated staff that exclusively clean and disinfect all day.

“The safety and emotional well-being of our children is our priority,” said Reid. “Children are encouraged to play together at a safe distance. Activities are set out that promote togetherness and distance at the same time. We have separated toys like Lego and magnatiles for example, into multiple bins so that several children can have their own set of the same materials and play together separately.”

Reid also thanked supervisor Peggy Stobbs and staff, who “worked diligently, the week prior to opening, sanitizing all toys and materials, setting up the classroom and planning activities.”

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ACS continuing to assist people thanks to June 27th Miracle Amherstburg Community Services using its haul to help other community groups in town

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A local non-profit agency is continuing to share its haul from the June 27th Miracle.

Amherstburg Community Services (ACS) has been sharing some of the food the agency received as part of the June 27th Miracle as ACS and the Amherstburg Food and Fellowship Mission were the beneficiaries of the 76,000 pounds of food collected in Amherstburg.

“With the abundance of food collected from the June 27th Miracle, this has allowed us to support the community,” explained ACS executive director Kathy DiBartolomeo.

ACS has partnered with the Amherstburg Food Bank and the food bank’s pantry shelves are stocked. ACS is grateful for that and DiBartolomeo said they are not only committed to helping residents in need but they also

ACS co-ordinator Nicole Smith and executive director Kathy DiBartolomeo show some of the food pantry packages they are distributing to residents of the Blue Haven. ACS decided to reach out to the Blue Haven, knowing some residents there have mobility issues and would have difficulty accessing food bank services otherwise. want to assist local community-based organizations.

“We wanted to go one step further and continue our founder’s legacy we are deeply rooted in our sense of community. We have a 40 year history of giving back and we decided to assist other organizations,” she said.

The Royal Canadian Legion Br. 157,

the AMA Sportsman Club, and the Columbus Community Hall received donations of food items like pasta and sauce so they can prepare meals for fundraisers to help them through the COVID-19 pandemic.

“We know they are hurting also,” said DiBartolomeo.

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have also assisted the Society of St. Vincent du Paul with stocking their food pantry shelves and also offer curbside and delivery service for residents truly in need of food items.

“We echo the efforts of all these groups with our sense of community being in the forefront,” she stated.

ACS has also gone a step further, as they are helping residents of the Blue Haven as many residents there face mobility issues, as well as health concerns, making them extremely vulnerable to be out in public. Staff at ACS have put together and dropped off food pantry packages right to their doorsteps.

The food can last for many meals, with toiletries and personal hygiene items also included.

“We’re reaching out to them to show we are supportive of them,” said DiBartolomeo. “We thought it was important to them and show them the kind of services we offer.”

The packages also included literature detailing what ACS does and how the agency can help people through its various programs and services.

“It is in times like these, during difficult times that the community continues to support ACS and giving back, is what we do!” she stated.

For more information on Amherstburg Community Services and the programs the agency offers, call 519-736-5471 or visit www.amherstburg-cs.com.

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Pacific Ave. will turn into a construction zone this summer as town council has approved a tender for a new watermain and road reconstruction.

Town council approved the tender awarding the work to D’Amore Construction (2000) Ltd. for an amount not to exceed $1,019,009 plus HST. That price comes in roughly $285,619 over budget.

To cover for the fact it came in as high as it did, town council approved using federal gas tax funds and funds from a water capital reserve.

“The recommended tender for the project includes a contingency allowance of $110,000 and additional unit prices for provisional items of $39,975; a total of $149,975,” manager of engineering services Todd Hewitt said in his report.

“Federal Gas Tax (FGT) funding of $1,064,000 was allocated to fund the 4th Concession Road Reconstruction project in the 2020 budget. A report on the July 13, 2020 council agenda for award of tender for that project shows that only $690,974 in FGT funding is expected to be required for that project, leaving FGT funding of $373,026 available for other projects. The report on the July 13, 2020 council agenda for award of tender for

the Alma Street Paved Shoulders (Fryer St to Meloche Rd) project recommends that FGT funding of $52,066 be applied to cover the over-expenditure requested on that project. This report recommends that FGT funding of $256,775 be applied to cover the over-expenditure requested on this (Pacific Ave.) project. The unallocated FGT funding will remain in the federal gas tax reserve fund to be applied toward another project(s) as approved by council in future.”

Hewitt also cautioned town council in his report of the condition of Pacific Ave. “The tender results exceed the 2020 Budget allowances for the watermain and road elements of this project, attracting financial risk relating to funding demands for the over-expenditure on award of the tender. However, Pacific Avenue is deteriorating quickly and the Town will incur significant costs to complete the extensive repairs that are required immediately if this project is not approved,” wrote Hewitt.

These sections of road were rated as 21st (Richmond Street to Mediterranean Avenue) and 31st (Mediterranean Avenue to Simcoe Street) in the 2016 Roads Needs Study.”

Bids ranged from the approved amount to just shy of $1.2 million plus HST.

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This past weekend saw the conclusion of the second annual GATL Doubles Tennis Tournament at Co-An Park.

The tournament began with 24 teams playing in six pools of four teams. Preliminary matches took place over a two week period at area courts before the

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The people in attendance for the finals were able to witness some high-level, thrilling matches.

Congratulations to those teams that made it to Sunday's finals.

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Angela Knapp and Diane Miskus of LaSalle claimed the 2020 women’s championship.

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MASKS4ALL continuing efforts, gets endorsement The group MASKS4ALL Amherstburg/Windsor-Essex is continuing its efforts and has received an endorsement.

Krystle Bernauer, who is the administrator of the Facebook group, invited Mayor Aldo DiCarlo to Navy Yard Park last Friday morning where he participated in a video with Bernauer about the importance of wearing masks during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Bernauer also highlights more of the group’s recent initiatives, pointing out she gave 40 masks to Fort Malden National Historic Site of Canada and to the Park House Museum.

Bernauer indicated those groups can use them or use them for fundraisers.

“I wanted to get out to the tourist attractions as well,” she said, noting MASKS4ALL is open to expanding the program to include other sites and attractions.

Groups and organizations are free to go on the group’s Facebook page or contact one of its members to relay their needs and wants and Bernauer said the group can see what they can do.

“We want them to tell us how they want us to help.”

DiCarlo endorsed the wearing of masks, which is also an order put out by the Windsor-Essex County Health

Unit, stating he doesn’t even notice his anymore.

“You can still see people in the community shy away from it or that are stubborn about putting them on and I all I can say is they work. We know they work,” said DiCarlo.

The mayor said the MASKS4ALL Amherstburg/Windsor-Essex group knew masks would work right when the pandemic started.

“You were way ahead of the curve in that respect,” said DiCarlo. “We had other countries to learn from and now that it’s mandated here, it would be nice if everyone just wears their masks. Once you get used to it, it’s really second nature.”

MASKS4ALL Amherstburg/Windsor-Essex is a “real source of pride” for the town, he added.

“We’ve always been known as a town with a lot of caring people. This is just a perfect example of the kind of people who live here, (people) who saw a need and selflessly got together and figured out a way how to do it.”

DiCarlo said it was “amazing” to see people do something like that and “it really humbles you as a mayor and reminds you of the community you represent.” He expressed his thanks to everyone associated with the group and noted masks can even become a bit of a fashion state-

ment depending on which kind they choose to wear.

Bernauer estimated that MASKS4ALL Amherstburg/ Windsor-Essex has created approximately 13,000 cloth masks thus far and she expressed her thanks on behalf of the group to all those who have donated and helped out in various ways, including the group’s many volunteers.

Group members have said it is helpful to them as well, Bernauer continued, as it keeps them active and focused and gives them a fun, social outlet as well. She added the furthest the group has shipped masks has been Texas.

“When you get involved in a group like this, it’s a natural high,” said Bernauer. “You see the good in people.”

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Volunteers with the AMA Sportsman’s Club help serve dinner last Friday night. Take-out and meals eaten on their outdoor patio have helped the club thrive despite the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.

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The volunteers that run the Lowes Side Road club have discovered new ways to create revenue for the club, despite it not being able to hold its usual activities or operate as it

normally does. A series of initiatives have allowed them to not only stay open, but to make some money to boot.

“When the COVID-19 pandemic hit, we were wondering how we were going to keep going,” said board member Tom Mailloux. “We had to get innovative to keep the doors open.”

The AMA Sportsman’s Association have held a very successful beer and wine bottle return campaign with a trailer being filled on multiple

occasions with empties. That has raised significant revenue for the club.

Usually, the returns are credited against new purchases of alcohol for the club but Mailloux said The Beer Store has been nice enough to give the revenue from returns directly to the club for its operations.

As COVID-19 restrictions start to be lifted, they are now hosting Friday night take-out dinners featuring fresh pickerel, pork chops or chicken wings with those dinners running 4:30-6 p.m.

Those dinners average anywhere from 120-145 people.

“During the biggest week, we sold 320 dinners,” said Mailloux.

Karen Deslippe, another of the volunteer board members, noted their large patio has now opened and people can eat their dinners or lunches there or simply have a beverage. She noted the patio is licensed.

“Once the government allowed us to operate the patio, we started serving lunches Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays,” said Mailloux.

Deslippe said the meals and the bottle returns have been “very successful” and that they were thankful to the community for the support and to the members who have helped out. Mailloux said the board, led by president Rod Ferriss, gets along well and the membership all works towards the same goal.

While their events this year have thus far been cancelled, Maillous noted the kitchen is still open and doing a good job. The AMA Sportsman’s Club is a “positive place” that is doing well despite the COVID-19 pandemic.

“All the work we’ve done has been with volunteers,” Mailloux emphasized. “We’re doing well and we’re kind of proud of it.”

David Bezaire, George Smit and Susan Pillon are retired!

We would like to thank all of our loyal customers for their support in contributing to the success of Interior Door Shop over the last 24 years.

A special thank you to all of our family & friends for all your help throughout the years!

George, Sue, Dave

Tom Mailloux, a member of the AMA Sportsman’s Club board of directors, stands with some of the empties in a trailer at the club. The club has been cashing in beer and wine bottle empties to help fundraise and keep their doors open.

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Number of crossing guard locations to be reduced to three locations

By Ron Giofu The number of crossing guard locations is being reduced in Amherstburg with the town to investigate other measures at the sites where crossing guards will no longer be.

The results of a crossing guard feasibility study conducted by Hrycay Engineering (HCEI) were recently presented to town council with the recommendation of reducing the number of crossing guard locations from the eight that had been offered down to two.

However, town council upped that number to three by changing the warrants used to measure whether a guard is needed or not.

In a written report from clerk Paula Parker, she stated HCEI indicated “the study followed a systematic method that involved data collection, synthesis of information, development of exposure warrants, and analysis of the subject crossing locations. Two warrant methods were utilized: the Exposure Index Method and the Gap Study Method. In addition, HCEI chose a threshold of 40 pedestrians crossing during a peak period to warrant a crossing guard in conformance with the recommendations of the Ontario Traffic Council School Crossing Guide.”

Parker did tell council that municipalities have the authority to change the warrants and establish their own, which council did by reducing the threshold of 40 pedestrians at a “peak period” to 35, which allowed them to maintain a crossing guard at a third intersection.

Crossing guards will be maintained at the Richmond St. path near 252 Richmond St. and the intersection of Richmond St. and Fryer St., which was administration’s original recommendation. The third intersection that was added, based on council’s resolution, was the intersection of Victoria St. S. and Hamilton Dr. Councillor Michael Prue noted that the Victoria St. S. and Hamilton Dr. intersection missed the warrants provided in the report by three people. He acknowledge that “we would still be reducing quite a few (intersections) which would make a lot of people angry” but wanted the Victoria St. S.-Hamilton Dr. included.

Parker suggested rather than include one intersection simply because it was close to the warrants, that the threshold be changed and then apply it to all crossings to see if they were met. She said the Victoria St. S.-Hamilton Dr. intersection was identified for an “ad-

ditional crossing treatment.”

Prue pointed out the line in the report that indicated a crossing could cost upwards of $40,000 while a crossing guard is $8,000-$10,000 per year.

“I’m not sure using the other method will help a lot,” stated Prue, adding that a crossing guard at Victoria St. S. and Hamilton Dr. would help “parents feel better about their child’s safety.”

Parker said she understood the safety concerns but believed simply changing one location would not be appropriate and that changing a threshold would be a better option. She added the town is currently having difficulty maintaining a level of service at some of the eight current sites and there were liability concerns.

Councillor Peter Courtney said believed going from eight to two crossings was “too drastic for a town our size” and suggested going to four intersections.

“Some of (the crossing guards) hold it near and dear to their hearts,” he said. “I know some of them take great pride in being crossing guards.”

Councillor Don McArthur believed while the provincial standard was 40 pedestrians at a peak time, Amherstburg could still do better for its children by moving its own threshold to 35. He said using the police is not always an option as officers may often have to attend more high priority calls. McArthur also pointed out a statement by Parker that the town could maintain a third intersection with a crossing guard using existing staff levels.

“We really have to stress the importance of pedestrian crossovers (PXO’s) and how they could address some key intersections,” McArthur added. “PXO’s can be an effective traffic management tool 24/7.”

Mayor Aldo DiCarlo noted money is not the driving force behind the report.

“It truly was an issue of availability,” said DiCarlo.

The mayor said in speaking with the clerk, “I discovered we had a lot of corners that did not have people.”

“With the absenteeism we have, it’s worse than not having them at all because the parents expect to have someone there and we can’t have someone there,” he said.

The town will also look at traffic control options, such as crosswalks, at intersections that will no longer have crossing guards and report options to council during budget deliberations. There is also a public education component planned as well.

Baking for The House The House Youth Centre held a bake sale Saturday outside of The Village Shoppe. Proceeds go towards The House’s move from its current location at 247 Brock St. to the new location in the Amherstburg Community Hub at 320 Richmond St. The bake sale raised about $400. From left: Karleigh Kochaniec, board member Destiny Hamel and board chairperson Blanche Durocher.

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OBITUARIES

Hutchins, Corinne (nee Deslippe) April 25, 1923 - July 8, 2020 Passed away peacefully at the age of 97. She is now reunited with her loving husband Si (2000). Loving mom to Judy Jubenville, Gary (Verna) Hutchins, Brian (Pam) Hutchins, and Wayne (Darla) Hutchins. Proud grandma to 9 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren.

She is predeceased by her brothers Orville, Stan, Roy and Everette Deslippe and her sisters Myrtle Pouget and Hazel Hutchins. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Special thanks to Claudette and Season’s Amherstburg.

At her request, cremation has taken place and a private family service will be held.

In kindness, memorial donations to Transition to Betterness would be appreciated by the family.

You may leave your condolences online at www.jhsuttonfuneral.ca

Carter, Richard Dale

March 14, 1933 - July 16, 2020 With heavy hearts we announce the peaceful passing at home of our beloved husband and father – “Plumber Extraordinaire” Dick Carter. Surviving are his wife of 63 years Joyce (nee Bresolin), his 4 wonderful children – Michelle, Gregg, Lisa Anne, Bradley (Kim) and his son-in-law Dan Genovese. Also cherished by 9 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren (and counting). Dear brother to Terry (Carol), Margaret (late Bob Warren), Ross ( Joyce), and predeceased by brother David and sister Eleanor Brooks. Dear brotherin-law to Richard (Norma) Bresolin, Robert (Maxine) Pike. He is loved and will be greatly missed by his many nieces and nephews.

Thanks to everyone in the Oncology Dept at Met Hospital and especially our daughter-in-law Kim for their caring and honesty, it was much appreciated. Also the in-home workers, you were wonderful, patient and kind. God Bless you all. His last days were made pleasurable by the visits of friends, family and acquaintances. Because of all of you, your banter and blessings, his passing has been made so much easier for us, we have many humorous memories. Bless you all.

Although not known for his “political correctness”, he was revered and respected for his honesty, hardworking and non-judgemental attitude.

Always willing to offer a helping hand. Another legend has gone.

As per his wishes, there will be no services and cremation has taken place.

In kindness, memorial donations may be made to the Little Hands Kids for a Cause or the Windsor Regional Hospital Foundation Oncology Fund.

You may leave your condolences online at www.jhsuttonfuneral.ca

DeBlois, Betty (nee Beneteau) Passed away peacefully on July 20, 2020 at the age of 88. Wife of the late Wes DeBlois (1981). Loving mother of Cheryl ( John) Falkingham, Kevin DeBlois, Barry (Lenore) DeBlois, Timmy (Michelle) DeBlois, and Tammy (Brian) Pasceri.

Proud Mimi to 8 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren.

Dear sister of Rita (Neil) Beaudoin, Helen (Tiny) Bezaire, and Dorothy (Albert) Simone, and predeceased by Armand, Francis “Frenchie”, Pearl, Lily, Bernadette and Johnny. Dear sister-in-law to Joyce ( Joe), Bernard (Betty), and Betty Jane (Cliff ). She is also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Special thanks to Extendicare Southwood Lakes for taking such wonderful care of our mom.

Cremation has taken place. Memorial Visitation was held at the James H. Sutton Funeral Home, 401 Sandwich St. S., Amherstburg (519-736-2134) on Friday, July 24, 2020 and a Memorial Mass was celebrated at St. John the Baptist Church, Amherstburg on Saturday, July 25, 2020 at 10 a.m. followed by interment at St. Clement Cemetery, McGregor.

In kindness, memorial donations made to Amherstburg Food and Fellowship would be appreciated.

You may leave your condolences online at www.jhsuttonfuneral.ca

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