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Open house on park proposals Thursday night

By Ron Giofu

Those interested in the future of H. Murray Smith Centennial Park and Jack Purdie Park can provide their input in-person Thursday evening.

An open house will be held March 24 at the Libro Centre from 5-7 p.m. where staff – including director of community and protective services Heidi Baillargeon, manager of parks and naturalized areas Annette Zahaluk, consultants from the firm Bezaire and Associates among others – will be on hand to speak with the public and answer questions.

Baillargeon said the community room will be divided with the three H. Murray Smith Centennial Park proposals able to be viewed on one side of the room while the one proposal for Jack Purdie Park will be on the other side. People are welcome to come in anytime during those two

hours to view and discuss the concepts, she added.

“It will be an open house,” she said. “It will be pretty informal. Our staff will be on hand to mingle with the public and answer questions. There will be comment sheets on the tables that people can fill out or take home.”

A taped presentation will be made with Baillargeon stating she will outline the proposals. That will be posted online, likely at www.talktheburg.ca, and people can view it there in case they either want to see it again or were unable to attend the open house.

“I’ll go over all of the designs, what is in each of the designs and why we put things where they are,” Baillargeon said of the video.

The open house will have approximately 30 boards set up around the room detailing the proposals, she added.

The design for Jack Purdie Park will be more geared towards families while the H. Murray Smith Centennial Park proposals are “geared towards an older audience” which includes teenagers.

“It will lend itself well to the high school and them using the park,” said Baillargeon.

Two of the H. Murray Smith Centennial Park options feature a track while a third has more walking trails proposed along with a grass open space that could be used.

There are also tennis/pickleball courts, other sports courts, the Russell Renaud Hill and other amenities proposed.

There is also the proposal with the two-acre section in the northwest corner of the property – at the intersection of Richmond St. and Victoria St. S. – boxed out for possible sale. Baillargeon said public consultation will continue after Thursday’s open house until Amherstburg

town council makes a decision on whether or not to sell that two-acre portion.

Once administration has a clear indication of the direction council wants to go with the two-acre site, Baillargeon said her team can prepare a final report to council which would take that direction as well as input from the public into consideration.

It would then be presented at council, where Baillargeon stated further input could be provided from residents.

“It’s almost like a third public consultations at council,” she said. “People can sign up and delegate at that meeting.”

The date of that meeting is unknown at this stage, Baillargeon added, as administration and the public await the decision on the two-acre parcel. She did say that costing and how to pay for the implementation of the final concept would be provided, including whether it has to be phased in over time.

A touch o’the Irish Students from the Emerald Isle Dance Studio in Windsor, including some local residents, were at the Amherstburg Community Services office inside the Amherstburg Community Hub last Thursday for St. Patrick’s Day celebrations. It was part of an event for seniors and when their lunch was completed, the seniors were entertained by the Irish dancing. For more photos from the event, please turn to Page 9.

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Decorative crosswalk approved for Simcoe St. near new high school

By Ron Giofu

A decorative crosswalk has been approved for Simcoe St. The decorative rainbow crosswalk will be the first of its kind in Amherstburg and will be located on Simcoe St. near the new North Star High School. It was an idea first brought to town council last June by local resident Linden Crain with the Goggin family stepping up a month later agreeing to pay for it.

Administration recommended, and council agreed, that no official policy be drafted to deal with such requests and that decorative crosswalks be looked at on a case-by-case basis.

“Based on information available, administration does not recommend the creation of a policy to govern such installations and instead recommends that requests for such decorative crosswalks be considered on their individual merits as they come forward,” a report from policy and committee co-ordinator Kevin Fox stated.

The location was recommended by administration because it will “showcase the art utilized in the installation to a broad audience and would accent the new high school location.” Fox added in his report that roadwork is planned in the area so the crosswalk shouldn’t be impacted going forward as it will be installed after the road is completed, and that “prominence of this location” will act as a deterrence to vandalism.

Members of town council also agreed with the selection of location for the new rainbow crosswalk.

Deputy Mayor Leo Meloche said he approves of judging each request on a case-by-case basis and is supportive of the current request for the crosswalk near the

new high school.

“This was being funded by another party,” he said. “My argument is how can I justify spending tax dollars to paint the sidewalk and street area when I’ve been trying to answer to residents for seven years now about the lack of sidewalks on a particular street?”

Meloche said if the town was spending money to decorate a crosswalk, he would have concerns when there are other areas without sidewalks.

“I’m happy to see local groups stepping forward on this particular matter,” Meloche added.

Councillor Michael Prue wanted the information that comes to future councils to have wording that stated requests be in the public interest so that council can make a decision.

Councillor Peter Courtney questioned if there is any liability with installing such a crosswalk in Amherstburg. Interim director of legislative services/clerk Valerie Critchley said administration would give the best recommendations possible at the time of each individual request.

“We would advise you of any liability of any such request or any such concerns,” Critchley told town council.

Councillor Don McArthur thanked Crain for bringing the idea forward and also expressed gratitude for the Goggin family for paying for it. McArthur acknowledged Meloche’s point that if the town had to pay for it, “it would give people a reason to oppose such a positive project.”

By having it funded privately, McArthur said the art itself and the message can be focused on. He added he would like to see more decorative crosswalks come forward.

“Come up with a proposal, bring it to

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council, and if it’s in the public interest and is good for the town, I’d be supportive of it,” said McArthur.

The location of a rainbow crosswalk near North Star High School is “fantastic,” he said.

“That’s a time in kids’ lives when they’re coming to terms with who they are. If it can help one child, one young kid, more comfortably be themselves and embrace LGBTQ+, I think that’s fantastic. If it prevents one bully from calling someone a bad name or smirking or snickering behind someone’s back, it’s going to be well worth it.”

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Mayor Aldo DiCarlo said the Goggin family stepped up immediately after the initial request was made.

“We appreciate them hanging around up to this time and still agreeing to fund it. Thank you to them for sure,” said DiCarlo.

Councillor Marc Renaud also agreed the high school is “a prime spot” to start with painted crosswalks.

“I think going on a one-by-one case basis, we won’t have to wait a year next time. If someone brings (an idea) forward, we’ll be able to deal with it at a quicker pace,” said Renaud.

Warden, county CAO pay tribute to residents, staff for efforts during pandemic

By Ron Giofu While the COVID-19 hasn’t been declared over, many health restrictions are being lifted and the Essex County warden and the county’s chief administrative officer (CAO) offered appreciation for steps and sacrifices residents and staff have made thus far.

Warden Gary McNamara said it was “hard to believe” that the two-year anniversary of the pandemic was reached March 17.

“Two years living in the shadow of a global pandemic is a long time,” he said.

“In the beginning of our third spring since COVID-19 swept the world, we finally feel like we are stepping out into the sun.”

McNamara said the number of hospitalizations and deaths are declining and restrictions are being lifted in Ontario and elsewhere. People are now able to see people they haven’t been able to see for two years.

Businesses had to close intermittendly and had to invest in safety measures over the last two years, McNamara added, “and we cannot thank our local businesses enough for all they have overcome to keep operating and serving the community during this pandemic. They deserve our patronage and support for so many reasons.”

The warden said they are grateful to frontline workers, health care providers and citizens for all they have endured “to get through the darkest hours of COVID-19.” He added that includes County of Essex departments like EssexWindsor EMS and the Sun Parlour Home, to serve residents despite obstacles and hardships.

Residents were thanked for following health protocols for two years.

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Barb Garber, a volunteer with the Bryerswood Youth Camp Optimist Club, works with James Swann, Jackson Crawley and Maiella Orlando at a day camp held last week. It was one of the first events held at Bryerswood Youth Camp since the club purchased the property from the Girl Guides of Canada last year.

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Bryerswood Youth Camp offers March Break activities, more programs to come

By Ron Giofu

The Bryerswood Youth Camp has restarted programming with the first being a March Break camp held last week.

The former Camp Bryerswood Girl Guide camp on Texas Road, now owned and operated by the Bryerswood Youth Camp Optimist Club, held five days worth of camp activities last week. While numbers were small, with seven children total taking part, volunteers and club members hope word of their future activities will spread.

“We’ve had different themes each day,” said Barb Garber.

Themes included winter, Lego, Hawaii, music and a western theme. Activities included geocaching, crafts, games and hikes.

“Being our first year, we hope to spread the word,” said Garber.

Bryerswood Youth Camp president Kathi Poupard stated the March Break camp was their first official event as a club since they purchased the camp last fall, though she noted outside groups have used the camp including the Girl Guides themselves.

“We had fun in the snow,” she said of previous activities.

Fundraising is ongoing, Poupard added, including a recently launched popcorn campaign. There have also been some large donations made to the camp in recent weeks, she said.

They also have several events coming up in the weeks ahead, the first one being an Earth Day event planned for April 23 from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. That is a free event oriented towards families and is scheduled to include tree planting activities, recycling collection of select items including clothing, printer cartridges, cell phones and household batteries. Child-friendly activities will include solar power display, honey bee hives, composting worms, story time, nature hike and more. The club adds other displays will also be on site.

The Bryerswood Youth Camp Optimist Club adds that participants on their Earth Day event will include the Electric Vehicle Society of Windsor-Essex, Hawksview Honey, Taurus EV Charging Solutions, Indigenous Education from the WindsorEssex Catholic District School Board, St. Peter’s ACHS, Green Sun Rising, members

from Girl Guides of Canada, and Provincial Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM and the Bryerswood Youth Camp Optimist Club.A 5K walkathon is also planned for June 18.

“We’ve got a new community project we’re going forward with,” said Poupard.

“We’re pairing with other Optimist Clubs on ‘Showcase Your Superpower’.”

The latter event, scheduled for June 25, will be geared towards building healthy families with a focus on good mental health. Poupard added the first hour of that event will be devoted to those with sensory issues and offer less visual stimulation than what will be offered the rest of that day.

There are also additional events that will be hosted for the Girl Guides and the Bryerswood Youth Camp Optimist Club will also be offering a summer camp over three weeks this summer.

For more information on the Bryerswood Youth Camp or to donate, visit www. bryerswood.com or www.facebook.com/bryerswoodyouthoptimistclub. People can also call 519-996-7364 or e-mail info@bryerswood.com for more information.

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Golden Age Club announces return to weekly activities Announcing the re-opening of the Fort Malden Golden Age Centre, also known as the Golden Age Club.

The Golden Age Club was on hold during the COVID pandemic; well, not any more!

We are happy to announce, with the COVID numbers dropping in Ontario, the Windsor-Essex County Health Unit and the Town of Amherstburg have given the “go ahead” for us to restart our club activities.

Our club activities include pepper, euchre, cribbage, bingo, and line

dancing. In addition, as soon as the WECHU gives us the nod, we’ll be hosting our tournaments and our yummy subsidized meals.

We operate out of the Libro Centre, 3275 Meloche Road, Amherstburg, Monday to Friday. The hours vary according to the activity you choose.

There is a lot of information for you to check out on our website at www. goldenagecentre.ca. If you have questions, call 519 736-3367.

We are welcoming new members.

Although members can be of any age,

noting that our activities are provided on weekdays and during daytime, our members range in age from mid-fifties to over the nineties and beyond. The membership fee is $10 a year. That $10 gives members access to all activities.

Isolation has been tough on all of us.

facility - in his own riding no less. The NDP voted “no” to provincial funding for the two public schools Mr. LeClair takes credit for building.

Finally, he claims he will fight to make Windsor-Essex a leader in green automotive manufacturing, apparently oblivious to the recent headlines reporting that an electric vehicle battery plant is coming to Windsor-Essex.

In fact, all of the priorities Mr. LeClair has listed have been championed by the Progressive Conservative party, which raises the question: why isn’t Mr. LeClair voting PC? He certainly seems to have more in common with them than the NDP.

RE: Notice of motion calls for town to denounce namesake The proposal is problematic for a couple of reasons.

Councillor Simone references, without citation, the etymological root of Amherst is “a place amongst the woods.”

Simone states the namesake’s “controversial nature” and “Amherst’s legacy is controversial.” Translated from Latin, controversy means disputed which downplays Amherst’s correspondence indicating a genocidal intent.

Does council favour actions that require very little effort and no cost but create the illusion of an “inclusive

community?” Two recent examples of wishes granted with little, or no cost come to mind.

One day after a resident tweeted in favour of extending the River Lights, and offered financial aid, Mayor Aldo DiCarlo made the lone decision to extend the lights display.

Nine months after the proposal for a rainbow crosswalk, with financial support, Councillor Donald McArthur said he was sorry it took so long.

If the town creates barriers to persons with disabilities, excludes persons with disabilities from decision-making processes, and delays compliance, can it claim that “Amherstburg is an inclusive community that recognizes

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Parkland should remain parkland To all who are concerned with the fate of the remaining 12 acres of the H. Murray Smith Centennial Park, please make a point of attending the ‘Open house’ at the Libro Centre tomorrow night (March 24) from 5 to 7 pm. It seems administration has yet to understand that the residents want all the park to remain just that. Parkland.

In reviewing the H.M.S. Centennial park designs, one of the three still shows a two-acre possible development parcel. I would think that after several different delegations over the past four years and a community petition of approximately 4,000 signatures seeking that the remainder of the H.M.S. Centennial Park be left as a park, that council would direct administration accordingly.

However, administration did listen and removed any concept of putting housing in the Jack Purdie Park, which is how it should be.

This two-acre parcel of parkland must be the affordable housing site that was boasted about at the 2018 pre-election candidates’ night. It was not revealed until three years later at the first open- house in July 2021 via zoom that a ‘letter of intent’ had been previously signed with a developer. In the past two months it was revealed Stillbrook wants the property to build an affordable type complex.

I am sure that is not the only parcel of land in all of Amherstburg which could be developed.

Please keep in mind that at no time has any of this park been deemed surplus; nor should it be. I hope that you will make an effort to attend this meeting and please encourage all residents to do the same. Then perhaps the council members will have the courage to ensure that this parkland will remain just that. Parkland.

Reader questions LeClair’s stances, wonders if he actually should vote PC Reading Mr. LeClair’s top priorities, published in the River Town Times, I must admit to some confusion.

His priorities read like an accounting of things the NDP have vocally opposed over the past few years. I encourage everyone to review the Queen’s Park voting records online.

The NDP voted “no” to funding the development of the WindsorEssex mega-hospital, which Mr. LeClair claims he will “make sure gets built.”

He also listed his support for new long-term care homes, which was interesting considering the sitting NDP member for Essex penned a recent letter to the Minister of Seniors and Long Term Care urging the denial of a new 150 resident long-term care home

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the inherent dignity and the equal and inalienable rights of all persons to live in a climate of understanding and mutual respect for the worth of each person, allowing them to contribute fully to the development and well-being of the community?”

Likewise, and paradoxically, the town reads a land acknowledgement at every meeting, which cost nothing, but if it creates an appearance of inclusivity is that as far as it will act? Substituting a new definition is no different than the town of Russell replacing the namesake with a new “Russell.”

The Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada called upon

municipal governments to fully adopt and implement the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples as the framework for reconciliation.

Council should do its homework before it decides. I refer to Article 19: States shall consult and cooperate in good faith with the indigenous peoples concerned through their own representative institutions in order to obtain their free, prior and informed consent before adopting and implementing legislative or administrative measures that may affect them.

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Ontario Party to be represented by Frank Causarano in June 2 election

By Ron Giofu Another political candidate has thrown his hat into the ring for the June 2 provincial election.

Frank Causarano, a long-time business owner and resident in the Kingsville/Leamington area, has been acclaimed as the official Ontario Party Candidate for the position of Member of Provincial Parliament for the riding of Essex in the upcoming election.

Causarano, described by riding association officials as “a dedicated husband and father of a beautiful fiveyear-old daughter,” will represent the Ontario Party. He helps run his famFrank Causarano has been acclaimed as the ily’s business, Anna’s Garden, Home Ontario Party candidate in the next provincial and Wellness, of over 40 years that he election. Submitted photo leads with his wife Marlene. He said they had to navigate COVID-19 pandemic conditions like everyone else and he turned to area politicians for help.

“There was one MPP that actually helped and genuinely cared. That was Rick Nicholls from Chatham-Kent-Leamington. He went out of his way to help,” said Causarano, of the former PC MPP turned Ontario Party MPP. Causarano said he was approached late last year by Nicholls about carrying the party’s banner in Essex and, after consultation with his family, decided to do so.

“We’re taking a stand with Ontario parties as truth and transparency need to be returned to government, freedom and fiscal responsibility need to be returned to government and family and faith need to be returned to government,” he said.

Causarano believes he is familiar and concerned with the current issues affecting families and businesses especially in the Essex County region. Causarano has assumed several local board positions that focus on small and medium business, such as True Kingsville and is active in community donations and fundraising with churches, multiple area schools and grass roots fundraising.

The riding association was recently started and “we’re currently building out our team,” he said.

“We’re looking to add members to join our volunteer base.”

Causarano is new to politics and believes he provides a fresh perspective with his business and community experiences, problem solving abilities and teamwork approach. He is described as being supportive of multiple local BIA’s and Chambers of Commerce and is also an active sport fisherman, committed to health and wellness and conservationist who is very engaged in environmental preservation, and understands current clean water, flooding concerns and the housing crisis affecting his riding and the region.

Acknowledging the Ontario Party’s chances of forming government is “low,” Causarano says they are running about 40-50 candidates across the province and thinks they can get some of them elected.

“Our objective is to displace and disrupt government,” he said. “We need residents of Essex to have better representation and more choices.”

According to Causarano, “there’s no accountability in any of the other parties right now.”

Causarano added: “Our fundamental freedoms are being infringed upon, the cost of living has become unbearable, and our health care system is need of additional and expanded resources. I plan to fight for the constituents of Essex and hold those responsible to account and address policies affecting these issues.”

Causarano said he has received more hugs, cold calls and e-mails in the last few weeks than he has ever had, pledging his party would listen to them and “not dictate policy or mandates at the expense of constituents.”

The Essex riding is “wide open,” he added, and Amherstburg & that Nicholls has been a great “coach” to Ontario Surrounding Areas Party candidates.

“We are ready to be done with COVID-19 but it’s not done with us just quite yet”: Warden Continued from Page 2 “It hasn’t been easy battling this virus. It has been very stressful on everyone and, at times, frustrating. Thank you for your patience and springtime is a hopeful time,” he said.

McNamara said residents still have to “keep looking out for each other” and to respect each other’s choices if they choose to continue to wear masks despite the dropping of the provincial mask mandate as of March 21 or if they choose to keep social distancing.

“We need always to be kind,” he said. “We are ready to be done with COVID-19 but it’s not done with us just quite yet. We are transitioning to life with this virus and it will continue to be a presence and, at times, a threat.

We can handle it if we take the lessons we’ve learned in the last two years.

We need to act before the virus hits again.”

McNamara said “we need to think like that famous hockey player Wayne Gretzky – we need to skate where the puck is going. We can do this is by getting vaccinated and ensuring we have all three of our doses.” He added vaccination is “an excellent way” to prevent severe illness and death.

“If you are still hesitating, now is the time to see your health care provider and get that protection,” he said. “Let’s step out into the spring sunshine and move forward knowing we have done everything we can to brighten our future.”

County CAO Mike Galloway thanked staff of Essex County for their passion and professionalism. He said they have a number of employees offering a wide range of services.

“Each has their own responsibilities, challenges and cultures but beyond that there is a unifying sense of purpose and feeling of pride and doing good work,” he said. “The challenges presented by this pandemic have been historic but County of Essex employees have risen to meet every last one.”

Two mass vaccination clinics opened in Essex County – one in Amherstburg and one in Leamington – to help protect residents, Galloway added.

“It was a monumental achievement that no doubt saved many lives,” he said. “The complex undertaking could not have taken place without the efforts of so many here at the county, at the host municipalities and at the forefront of the initiative was the Essex-Windsor EMS staff.”

Galloway said Sun Parlour Home staff in Leamington performed admirably during the pandemic and while “health care heroes have been saving lives,” others have worked from home or shifted to online meetings to keep business running. The one constant during the pandemic, said Galloway, was the “extraordinary work” and resiliency of staff.

County council was also thanked for its “clear direction that you wanted health and safety to be the corporation’s cornerstone priority as we navigated this pandemic.” County council “never shied away” from making tough decisions, he added.

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If you saw black smoke in the River Canard area last Thursday afternoon, don’t worry, it was supposed to have occurred.

A prescribed burning was planned and undertaken on approximately 17 hectares (42 acres) of Phragmites within the Collavino Wetland, located within the dyked wetland impoundment near the mouth of the Canard River. The location was just north of North Side Road.

According to Dan Lebedyk, a biologist and ecologist with the Essex Region Conservation Authority (ERCA), the prescribed burn is being undertaken as part of a collaborative effort involving the ERCA, Wildfire Specialists Inc. and Dover Agri-Serve Inc. “Prescribed fire has been demonstrated

to be an effective tool, when used at the appropriate time, to remove the above-ground dead standing biomass of monocultural stands of Phragmites, allowing for subsequent treatment (i.e., typically herbicide application) of the new growth later in the growing season,” Lebedyk said in a press release. “Additional management initiatives, including subsequent herbicide application and water level manipulations, will be completed in order to restore this degraded wetland to a more healthy, diverse wetland ecosystem.”

Neighbouring landowners were advised, he added.

The prescribed burn was successful in its third attempt as it was originally planned for March 10 and again last Wednesday. The first two attempts were postponed due to

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The Collavino Wetland was recently completed. According to a post on ERCA’s Facebook page, “the Collavino wetland is 75 acres in size and been designated as a Provincially Significant Wetland. With funding support from ECCC (Environment and Climate Change Canada), ERCA repaired the existing dyke and installed pumping infrastructure and water level control structures to manipulate water levels on the inside of the dyke. A management plan to remove invasive Phragmites australis through water control and herbicides to enhance the wetland habitat for marsh birds and other wildlife is in effect. The management plan is expected to increase native plant presence within the wetlands to improve habitat use.”

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General Amherst High School identified as “property of interest”

By Ron Giofu While staff and students from General Amherst High School will be moving to the new North Star High School next year, what happens to the building that is left behind was the subject of a recent council debate.

The current school located at 130 Sandwich St. S. has been added to the town’s heritage register as a non-designated “property of interest.” Town council approved that measure as part of their most recent regular meeting.

Councillor Peter Courtney looked for confirmation on the process, which sees other school boards offered the property first, then offered to the town for purchase before being placed on the open market. He questioned if the whole property was identified from a heritage perspective.

Courtney was concerned that a future owner could be handcuffed, though he does understand there is heritage value. He added he doesn’t want to put “too much red tape” in the way of doing something else with the building. There are things that should be protected but questioned protecting the entire building.

Heritage planner Clint Robertson pointed out there is no official designation at this point and there is no legal protection of the property similar to that of other recent designations.

Robertson stated it is a formal recognition the property has heritage value and it does allow a 60-day period in which the owner has to identify the town of any demolition or changes.

“It’s not a protection or a designation at this point,” said Robertson. “How the building might be managed by a future owner, no matter who that future owner might be, this doesn’t pre-suppose that or direct that. At this point, it’s just a formal acknowledgment of the property’s heritage value.”

Robertson said putting the building on the heritage register doesn’t hamstring anyone or provide red tape.

“I think that putting it on the register just acknowledges it has heritage value and might serve as a starting point for future discussions on how to manage it.

It doesn’t pre-suppose in any way how the building were to be regulated or protected, if that were to ever be the case,” said Robertson. “If it were to be the case, it would be at the direction of council.”

Deputy Mayor Leo Meloche said he had similar concerns of Courtney. He wanted clarification that the town could “pick portions of that building that we can retain and portions that we can demolish.” Robertson said if the building were designated heritage, a bylaw would define what is protected and what is not protected.

General Amherst High School has been added as a “property of interest” on the town’s heritage register. While not an official heritage designation, the town has shown interest in having at least some of the portions of the building preserved should it fall into private hands once North Star High School opens. RTT Photo by Ron Giofu

Meloche asked what the determination was of why it has heritage value, with Robertson noting the heritage committee discussed it in December. Of the nine provincial criteria for what has heritage value, the committee said four were met.

Councillor Michael Prue said identifying the school “property of interest” is nothing more than telling the town there are certain aspects of the high school that are worth saving.

“We don’t have to save them at this point. We just have to acknowledge they are there,” said Prue.

Masonry construction, the flat room form, the fenestration patterns, the red brick cladding and the murals on the back are items that have been highlighted as worth saving.

“If someone were to buy it, if the town is not the purchaser and someone was to buy it, and we set out what those important aspects are, they can build around it,” said Prue. “It’s called facadism.”

Such a procedure is used successfully across Canada, he added. If the building were converted into something else, the “property of interest” label would identify items the town wants saved, added Prue.

Mayor Aldo DiCarlo said a private developer or other group would know there are issues the town wants preserved and the town could work with a future owner on preserving items the municipality wants saved.

“It’s about the process,” stated Meloche, adding a future buyer should know what they face ahead of time. Councillor Marc Renaud agreed the process is up front and the 60-day window offers some protection for the town.”

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The north end of Sobeys will look different as a new addition will be built there. The addition is expected to house additional retail stores. RTT Photo by Ron Giofu

Expansion coming at 83 Sandwich St. S., more retail expected

By Ron Giofu

More retail locations are expected to be constructed in the coming months.

A new expansion will be going up at 83 Sandwich St. S. with the new structure to be built adjacent to the Sobeys store. Amherstburg town council approved the site plan for the property. The site is owned by Mikhail Holdings with developer Joe Mikhail indicated he hopes the new addition will be ready to start construction in the coming weeks.

“We have roughly 10,000 square feet. We’re building it on spec,” said Mikhail.

There are tenants that have been negotiated with and that “want to be in Amherstburg” and suspects the units could be filled soon. Drawings show the possibility of multiple units in the addition, which would be at the north end of the current Sobeys building.

“Once the steel goes up, it won’t take long to fill it,” said Mikhail. “It will be good for the community.”

Mikhail added that “Amherstburg has been good” in supporting local businesses, believing that a lot of people have worked from home during the COVID-19 pandemic and have kept their spending locally.

“The business community has appreciated it,” said Mikhail. “The vacancy rate

in Amherstburg is very low.”

The expansion will mean the Sobeys site will be filled up, and the Walmart plaza, which the company also owns, is also full, he noted.

“Amherstburg has been very busy these days,” said Mikhail.

Mikhail Holdings decided to add on to the Sobeys site at 83 Sandwich St. South because of repeated requests from businesses for space, he said. The new addition will likely be occupied by retail and possibly medical offices, he added.

“We had a lot of companies ask about space, so we decided to build it out,” said Mikhail.

The new addition could be under construction as soon as next month.

“I am hoping to get started in mid-April. Once I get the permit, then we’ll start,” he said.

Once construction begins, Mikhail estimated it will be upwards of five months to get it completed.

There also could be future activity at the Walmart site.

“We want to build a pad site in front of Walmart,” said Mikhail, noting it can be up to 5,000 square feet. “We’re hoping to land the right group that will take advantage of building in front of Walmart. Beyond that, we’re full.”

Theft of gas complaint being investigated The Windsor Police Service – Amherstburg Detachment is reporting theft of gas complaints are increasing, including an incident with an added twist last week.

Patrol officers responded to a complaint on Sandwich St. North March 17 around 9:45 p.m. where $100 of gas was allegedly stolen. The suspect is described as a white male, approximately 175 lbs., between 20-30-years-old, brown hair and wearing a blue hooded sweatshirt, black pants, black running shoes with white soles, and a blue surgical mask.

According to police, the suspect was driving a blue sedan – either a Honda Civic or an Acura - with the license plate Ontario CJDF 858. Police say the plates are believed to be stolen. The suspect may also be allegedly involved in a similar incident in LaSalle, police add.

Anyone with information about the complaint is asked to contact the Windsor Police Service – Amherstburg Detachment at 519-736-2252 or Crime Stoppers at 519-258TIPS (8477) or www.catchcrooks.com.

Fraud

With March being Fraud Prevention Month, the Windsor Police Service – Amherstburg Detachment says there is an increase in the amount of frauds and scam phone calls recently. Much of the recent scams involve people giving out their social insurance numbers after being called persistently by scam artists. While people of all ages are targeted, police say seniors are among those falling victim to the scam.

Police add that people should never give out personal information over the phone, including social insurance numbers, and if a call is received that is suspicious, people can contact police.

A booklet entitled “Digital Safety for the Non-Tech Savvy” is available through the Amherstburg Detachment. The booklet gives tips about online safety and was produced in partnership with Canterbury Elder College, the City of Windsor, Crime Stoppers, WFCU and the Windsor Police Service.

Alleged suspended driver

A Windsor woman faces a pair of charges after being stopped in Amherstburg on what was originally a speeding matter.

Officers stopped a suspected speeder around 5:35 p.m. March 14 in the area of Sandwich St. North and Brunner Ave. who was allegedly travelling 75 km/hr in a 50 km/ hr zone. According to police, the 45-year-old accused was subsequently charged with driving while under suspension and operating a vehicle on a public highway with no insurance.

—All information courtesy of the Windsor Police Service – Amherstburg Detachment

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Irish Dancing on St. Patrick’s Day Irish dancers from the Emerald Isle Dance School in Windsor performed at a seniors’ luncheon held last Thursday afternoon at Amherstburg Community Services. While the school is based in Windsor, some of the dancers were from Amherstburg. It was the first of eight performances the dancers had on St. Patrick’s Day. RTT Photos by Ron Giofu

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Madeline Byrd

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September 29, 1933 – March 16, 2022

(née Wilson)

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Madeline (Wilson) Byrd who went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ at 79 years of age.

Predeceased by her parents Ira and Vera Wilson and by her eldest daughter Alonda Graham.

Loving mother of Johnie Graham (Tracey), Lawrence Moore Jr (Heather), Carla Chime (Phillip), Gregory Moore (Tammy), John Moore (Natalee) and Roxanne Jelks (Andre). Madeline absolutely loved being a Grandmother to Antionette, Kayla, Andre, Andrew, Anteisha, Phillip Jr., Jonah, Jordan, Micah, Titus, Kaven, J.J, and Maddy and her 4 great-grandchildren Devin, Amaira, Aliveah and Adrianna. She also leaves behind many brothers, sisters, nieces and nephews.

Madeline was known for her stunning blue eyes. She loved to laugh, tell stories with her friends/ family and always enjoyed attending family events. In her spare time she loved winning at bingo and fishing in Amherstburg.

She was a proud member of St. Mark Evangelical Church in Colchester. She will be missed by everyone that knew her.

Please join us in celebrating her life. If you desire memorial tributes to the charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family. Visitation to take place on Thursday March 24, 2022 from 5-8 pm at Families First, 585 Sandwich St. S, Amherstburg, 519-969-5841. On Friday March 25, 2022 family and friends are requested to meet at St. Marks Evangelical Church (45 Draper Street, Harrow) for further visitation from 10 am until time of service at 11 am.

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Robert Montgomery “Bob” Giegerich Bob Giegerich was born in Cranbrook, BC on September 15, 1933, and passed away peacefully at his home in Amherstburg on March 10, 2022.

Beloved husband of 61 years to Judith (nee MacDonald).

Loving father of Laura (2010), Larry (Karla) and Rob (Erin). Proud grandpa to 11 grandchildren and 2 greatgrandchildren. Dear brother of the late Helen Mark, Daryl, and Joe, and brother-in-law of Jean, Jeannette and the late Jimmy MacDonald.

Special thanks and appreciation to the PSW’s who helped care for Bob. Bob started in the Mining Industry in the 1950s, starting in Kimberley BC., working his way across Canada, ending up as the Underground Superintendent of the Windsor Salt Mine where he retired in 1998 to his home in Amherstburg.

Over the years, Bob excelled at competitive sports, notably ice hockey and golf and was an avid gardener. Bob was a powerful and inspiring man with an infectious smile and laugh. A noble man he will be deeply missed.

In kindness, memorial donations may be made to the Parkinson Society Southwestern Ontario. Following Bob’s wishes, cremation has taken place. A private celebration of his life will be held, and his ashes will be cast to the wind above Mt Giegerich in British Columbia.

You may leave your condolences, share memories or make a memorial donation online at www.jhsuttonfuneral.ca

(née Beneteau)

It is with heavy hearts that the family of Helen Bezaire announces her passing on March 16, 2022 at the age of 88.

Cherished wife of the late Raymond “Tiny” Bezaire for 65 years. Loving mother of Elaine Adams (the late Tom), Mickey (Helen), Gary (Bunny), Jane Vigneux (Wayne), Jim (Debbie), Debbie Deslippe (Duane) and Ray (Lori). Cherished grandmother of Tom, Michelle, Danny, Nathan, Tina, Gary, Alison, Wayne, Tim, Stephanie, Melanie, Dawn, Dustin, Lindsay and Zach, as well as 16 special great-grandchildren. Survived by sisters Dorothy Simone (Albert) and Rita Beaudoin.

She was an avid card player and loved travelling with her husband.

In lieu of flowers, donations to the Canadian Mental Health Association would be appreciated by the family.

Special thanks to all those who cared for mom at Seasons.

Visitation and a Celebration of Life, followed by Cremation, were held at Families First, 585 Sandwich St. S., Amherstburg, 519-969-5841.

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David Lee Shaw

(lovingly known as Grandpa Dave) It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of David on Monday March 14, 2022 following a long illness. David was surrounded by his loving wife of 50 years Cathy (née Ritchie), his children Sandra ( Jay) and Jarrod as well as his beloved grandchildren Erik and Heidi.

David was predeceased by his parents Howard and Florence Shaw, his mother-in-law Gladys Ritchie, his sister Mary Anne and his brother Tom. He will be greatly missed by his father-in-law Henry Ritchie, sisterin-law Lorna Ritchie, as well as his siblings Danny (Fran), Joe (Char), Mike (Maria), Rob, Laurie and Rebecca (Sue).

Uncle David was loved by so many nieces and nephews that will remember his sense of humor and funny antics.

David will be remembered for his generosity and his dedication and devotion to his family.

The family would like to thank the staff at the MarkhamStouffville Hospital, with a special thank you to Megan, Kendra, Whitney and Drs. Yuen and Shi. Thank you to Naomi from ParaMed for her compassion while caring for David.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, Diabetes Canada, or the animal rescue organization of your choice.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the Low & Low Funeral Home, 23 Main Street South, Box 388, Uxbridge (905-852-3073).

Online condolences can be made at www.lowandlow.ca

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New Diageo plant in St. Clair Township not expected to negatively impact Amherstburg

By Ron Giofu A new Diageo plant being built in St. Clair Township is not expected to have much in the way of impact on the company’s Amherstburg facility.

Diageo announced plans earlier this month for a new $245 million distillery “to support momentum and growth ambitions for its Crown Royal Canadian Whisky brand.” Diageo states the new facility, with capacity to produce up to 20 million LAA’s (litres of absolute alcohol, the equivalent to 10.5 million proof gallons) annually, will sit on approximately 400 acres in St. Clair Township, and includes a distillery, as well as blending and warehousing operations.

The company states the new plant will feature resource efficiency technologies and will operate with 100% renewable energy to ensure the new distillery is carbon neutral and zero-waste to landfill from all direct operations.

“A low-carbon world is essential for a sustainable future, so I am thrilled to announce our first carbon neutral distillery in Canada as we continue to build momentum in our journey to reach net-zero carbon emissions by 2030,” said Perry Jones, President, North America Supply for Diageo. “We celebrate such a significant milestone for our Crown Royal brand, our North American operations and global footprint.”

“Crown Royal is the heart of our whisk(e)y business, as the most valuable whisky brand. It’s critical when we extend our footprint, that we are committed to creating a more sustainable world,” said Sophie Kelly, Senior Vice President of Whiskies, Diageo North America. “We are thrilled by this new world-class distillery. It will enable us to drive momentum to 2030 and beyond to elevate Crown Royal as a best-in-class whisky brand that leads innovation in the industry.”

The new Diageo St. Clair distillery was described in a media release as one that “will supplement the company’s existing Canadian manufacturing operations in Amherstburg, Ontario, Gimli, Manitoba, and Valleyfield, Quebec. This project will represent a further investment in Canada by Diageo of CAD $245 million, over the next three years. Once operational, this new facility will provide dozens of jobs in the local community, furthering Crown Royal’s commitment to generosity and giving back.”

A spokesman for the company told the River Town Times there will be no impact at the plant locally.

“The new distillery in St. Clair, Ontario will support momentum and growth ambitions for Diageo’s Crown Royal Canadian Whisky brand. It will supplement existing manufacturing operations in Amherstburg, Gimli and Valleyfield. There will be no impact at our plant in Amherstburg,” said Luis Rabago.

Diageo states it employs approximately 700 people in the country and includes their Toronto headquarters and three production facilities in Canada.

Over the last 3 years, the company has invested about CAD $75 million to develop some of the most technologically advanced and environmentally sustainable distilleries and production capabilities in Canada. The company adds it “is committed to reaching net-zero carbon across its direct operations by 2030, harnessing 100 per cent renewable energy.

The company is also working to achieve net zero carbon across the entire supply chain by 2050 or sooner, with an interim milestone to achieve a 50 per cent reduction by 2030. “ Construction of the St. Clair Township plant is anticipated to begin in the second half of 2022, and the distillery is expected to be operational in 2025, the company added.

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Sharks put an end to Admirals season with playoff sweep

By Fred Groves A lack of offense was the downfall of the Integrity Amherstburg Admirals as they were eliminated in four straight games by the Wheatley Omstead Sharks.

The visiting Admirals lost 5-1 to the Sharks last Tuesday night (March 15), with the latter advancing to the Provincial Junior Hockey League’s West Stobbs Division semi-final against the Lakeshore Canadiens. Although the two clubs finished with identical 16-15-0-1 regular season records, and Amherstburg was the better team in three of the four times they met, it was all Wheatley in the post-season.

“When you get swept that emphatically, I don’t think there is much the other team didn’t do better,” said Admirals’ coach Paul Bortignon.

Having difficulties scoring goals all season, Wheatley outscored Amherstburg 16-3 over the four games.

Last Tuesday night, the host Sharks, supported by a boisterous and fishtossing crowd, led 2-0 after the first period and it was 5-1 after 40 minutes.

Dean DeLuca had the lone Amherstburg goal, a powerplay marker set up by captain Reid Steiler.

Steiler, fellow blueliner Cole Welsh, along with forwards Max Clifford and Andrew Clark played their final game

Admirals goalie Nicholas Bolton (33, blue jersey) congratulates the Sharks after the final game. The Admirals were swept in four straight games by Wheatley, with the Sharks now battling the Lakeshore Canadiens in the PJHL Stobbs Division semi-final.

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for the Admirals.

Injuries and suspensions required the Admirals to bring up DeLuca, a former roster player from the juvenile team and both defenceman Jadyn Brown and Ryan Sterling were called upon to play forward.

“We went into the series with what we thought was a pretty good fourth line and by the end of the second period of Game 1, the whole line was gone,” said Bortignon.

In all, Amherstburg had six regulars watching from behind the glass in the final game and missed the physical play of suspended Tylor Fraser and injured

Kolton Couvillon along with Brandon Salvati, Anthony Tadiello, Max Jones and Matteo Frattaroli.

“They (Wheatley) were better mentally in the series. I don’t think, that even when calls didn’t necessarily go their way, they let it bother them that much,” observed Bortignon.

At the end of last Tuesday’s game in Wheatley, the coach told the Admirals that they were able to accomplish some of their goals including playing a full year without cancellation as in the past, getting home ice advantage in the playoffs and giving the 10 rookies on the team lots of experience.

“I think we can look back and say it was a good season,” stated Bortignon.

There are several promising rookies who could be a big factor in the future including Salvati who led all rookies in scoring with 18 points and defenceman Landon Prince who Bortignon expects to be an impact player in the future.

“There are a lot of players that we hope will take big steps for us next year.”

Amherstburg will not be idle long as they host their spring camp April 26 and Bortignon hopes that the next group of prospects will be what the Admirals need most, to be bigger and faster.

Soccer groups give list of requested improvements to outdoor turf field

The Amherstburg Soccer Club and Windsor TFC are requesting a number of upgrades and improvements to the turf field at the Libro Centre. While some improvements will be carried out this year, council wants to see a plan on how the others will be achieved and what the costs will be.

RTT Photo by Ron Giofu

By Ron Giofu

With League 1 Ontario soccer games to be played in Amherstburg again this season, the groups behind making it happen would like to see some improvements to the outdoor turf field at the Libro Centre.

The Amherstburg Soccer Club and Windsor TFC have asked for a series of improvements to the outdoor field, though town council has asked for a report from administration on how the upgrades can be achieved and paid for.

Vancho Cirvoski from Windsor TFC outlined the partnership between

the Amherstburg Soccer Club and Windsor TFC, and that has grown to where the League 1 Ontario games will be played in Amherstburg. Cirvoski compared the level of League 1 Ontario to that of the Ontario Hockey League and that 20 home games will be played at the Libro Centre.

“We will bring people here,” said Cirovski. “Hopefully, we will drive traffic from Windsor.”

The first game of the season is April 24 at 4 p.m.

Both Cirovski and Amherstburg Soccer Club president Terry Sawchuk said they want to increase the fan experience for those coming to games

at the Libro Centre, with Sawchuk adding they would like the support of council and residents in the endeavor.

Many of the League 1 Ontario games would be played Friday nights and Sunday afternoons, with the latter being the highlight of a “Sunday Soccer in the ‘Burg” promotion that would involve youth soccer before the League 1 Ontario game.

“I can’t see why as a town we can’t embrace and get behind this,” said Sawchuk.

The delegates said the League 1 Ontario games are semi-pro games and the soccer equivalent of having a Windsor Spitfires game locally.

Suggested improvements include netting to prevent soccer balls from bouncing into a nearby wetland, a communication cable to allow for broadcasting and recording of matches, repairing player bench shelters, replacing light standard foam wraps, putting permanent fencing along one end of the field that currently has temporary fencing, additional bleachers, cutting tiers of seating into the berm that runs along the length of the field, the ability to display sponsors, adding picnic tables, and addressing an asphalt surface and cement lip that is close to the playing field.

They also seek fencing along Bruno Casanova Dr. to keep soccer balls off of the laneway, preparation of new fields on the Libro Centre property due to the possibility that some may be lost to future baseball diamonds and to ensure the dressing rooms are open in the fieldhouse for teams.

“What is this going to cost?” asked Councillor Michael Prue, believing it would have to be done over a series of years.

Some of the matters are budgeted for and can be done this year, including netting, shelter repairs and the communication cable, but other items would be included as part of the pending council report with associated costs.

Deputy Mayor Leo Meloche was concerned Amherstburg taxpayers would be paying for upgrades for a Windsor team and hoped there are Amherstburg players involved.

“Why not Amherstburg TFC?” he asked.

Sawchuk said the Amherstburg Soccer Club has been trying for ten years to get some of the issues addressed, adding the affiliation with Windsor TFC gives local soccer players a “pathway” forward in their soccer careers.

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We would like to thank all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Town council to get report on plan and costs to fulfill soccer group’s requests Continued from Page 11 “We have an amazing facility here,” he added. “We have a lot of kids who play soccer here but didn’t have a pathway for them.”

Cirovski pointed out they are also linked with LaSalle and there are over 3,000 kids in the academy program. He added they need turf fields like Amherstburg because they can’t bring teams from other areas only to turn them away due to unplayable fields due to weather.

“Turf is essential for us to play on to get the games in,” he said.

Councillor Don McArthur admitted he is not into soccer, but was happy to see more usage of the Libro Centre.

“The more people using that field, the better, no matter the crest on their chest. It’s bringing people to town. You are paying to rent the field, the Libro Centre loses a lot of money,” said McArthur. “Every time the field is not in use is money we’re not making.”

McArthur added soccer can also benefit from other upgrades the town is undertaking, such as moving the light standards back at the soccer field.

Mayor Aldo DiCarlo recalled being at a women’s provincial championship tournament in Amherstburg prior to the pandemic with players and coaches being impressed with the facility. He believed it could lead

U9 A team wins championship After a fantastic weekend of hockey in Bradford, our local AMHA U9 A team won the championship! No one even knew where Amherstburg was and I can tell you they sure do now! The boys represented the community with class and sportsmanship and received multiple compliments along the way. The Stars went 5-0 with a goal differential of 38-5. Coaches: Ray Lanoue, Steve Garneau, Corey Phillips, Josh Leeman. Players: Knox Simmons, Matteo Boschin, Chase Garraway, Ryan Leeman, Spencer Lanoue, Brayden Lucier, Brayden Breault, Jack Borg, Jonathan Wammes, Jase Garneau, Kade Challans, Brody Phillips.

(Submitted by coach Corey Phillips)

to more events if the upgrades were undertaken.

“I know it’s time and I know it’s money, but to me it feels like we’ve got something that is not quite done,” said DiCarlo. “If we can’t get it all done this year, can we start to get a path of what we can knock off quickly?”

DiCarlo suggested sponsorships could possibly help pay for bleachers and other amenities. He added colleges have indicated they would like to come back to the Libro Centre in the future if some issues are

addressed.

“That’s my concern, if we don’t address them, we’re going to keep missing out on that sports tourism,” said DiCarlo.

Director of community and protective services Heidi Baillargeon said they can get costings on some of the issues and said they can work with the soccer groups.

Councillor Peter Courtney said getting sponsorships will “be huge” and there is a great opportunity to fill the soccer fields with events.

CROSSWORD PUZZLE

SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22 Talk to someone about a creative idea that you have had, Scorpio. This person may offer valuable feedback that can guide you as you try to flesh out your idea into something tangible.

ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 Spending time alone could be good for you this week, Aries. While working toward your goals, you also are enjoying some much-needed peace and quiet.

TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 Your friends may be pushing you to move forward since you seem to be stuck in the past, Taurus.

Don’t stay stagnant for too long or you may lose motivation for change.

GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21 A collaboration with someone close to you yields surprising results, Gemini. You may have been looking for inspiration for some time and finally found it.

CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, a longing for adventure points you in all sorts of different directions over the next few days.

You have to try on a few different hats to find the right fit.

LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23 Leo, a fantastic investment opportunity comes your way but there is a lot of red tape that could get in the way if you let it. Work through all angles to make things happen.

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WORD SCRAMBLE Rearrange the letters to spell something pertaining to Spring.

VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22 Virgo, idolizing someone can have its plusses and minuses. You may have a picture of a person that is impossible to live up to. Temper your expectations.

LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 Libra, a rigid schedule may work for some, but not everyone. Incorporate a little flexibility into your life and others may be flocking to your laid-back style.

SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21 Sagittarius, you may be interested in having a lot of fun, but someone keeps throwing a wet blanket on your ideas. Don’t let it derail your plans.

CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20 It’s easy to give opinions and pick sides, but don’t get pinned down to a particular position until you’ve tried several different options, Capricorn. Then you’ll have a good idea.

AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18 Others may not understand the way you manage money, Aquarius. But you have a clear understanding of your particular brand of logic.

PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20 Pisces, friends are a strong presence in your life right now and you are very grateful for all that they provide you. Let them know.

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www.rivertowntimes.com NOTICE OF PASSING OF A ZONING BY-LAW

BY THE TOWN OF AMHERSTBURG

NOTICE OF PASSING OF A ZONING BY-LAW

BY THE TOWN OF AMHERSTBURG

TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the Corporation of the Town of Amherstburg passed By-law 2022-012 on the 14th day of March, 2022 under Section 34 of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, c.P.13, as amended.

TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the Corporation of the Town of Amherstburg passed By-law 2022-014 on the 14th day of March, 2022 under Section 34 of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, c.P.13, as amended.

AND TAKE NOTICE that any person or agency may appeal to the Ontario Land Tribunal in respect of the By-law by filing with the Clerk of the Town of Amherstburg not later than the 4th day of April, 2022, notice of appeal setting out the objection to the By-law and the reasons in support of the objection and must be accompanied by the fee prescribed fee by the Ontario Land Tribunal in the form of a cheque or money order payable to the Minister of Finance. Only individuals, corporations and public bodies may appeal a Zoning By-law to the Local Planning Appeal Tribunal. A notice of appeal may not be filed by an unincorporated association or group. However, a notice of appeal may be filed in the name of an individual who is a member of the association or the group on its behalf.

AND TAKE NOTICE that any person or agency may appeal to the Ontario Land Tribunal in respect of the By-law by filing with the Clerk of the Town of Amherstburg not later than the 4th day of April, 2022, notice of appeal setting out the objection to the By-law and the reasons in support of the objection and must be accompanied by the fee prescribed fee by the Ontario Land Tribunal in the form of a cheque or money order payable to the Minister of Finance. Only individuals, corporations and public bodies may appeal a Zoning By-law to the Local Planning Appeal Tribunal. A notice of appeal may not be filed by an unincorporated association or group. However, a notice of appeal may be filed in the name of an individual who is a member of the association or the group on its behalf.

NO PERSON OR PUBLIC BODY shall be added as a party to the hearing of the appeal unless, before the bylaw was passed, the person or public body made oral submissions at a public meeting or written submissions to the Council or, in the opinion of the Ontario Land Tribunal, there are reasonable grounds to add the person or public body as a party.

NO PERSON OR PUBLIC BODY shall be added as a party to the hearing of the appeal unless, before the bylaw was passed, the person or public body made oral submissions at a public meeting or written submissions to the Council or, in the opinion of the Ontario Land Tribunal, there are reasonable grounds to add the person or public body as a party.

AN EXPLANATION OF THE PURPOSE AND EFFECT of the By-law and a key map showing the location of the lands to which the By-law applies follows below. The complete By-law is available for inspection in my office during regular office hours and on the Town website www.amherstburg.ca .

AN EXPLANATION OF THE PURPOSE AND EFFECT of the By-law and a key map showing the location of the lands to which the By-law applies follows below. The complete By-law is available for inspection in my office during regular office hours and on the Town website www.amherstburg.ca .

DATED at the Town of Amherstburg this 15th day of March, 2022.

DATED at the Town of Amherstburg this 15th day of March, 2022.

KEY MAP

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Melissa Osborne Director, Development Services Town of Amherstburg Libro Centre 3295 Meloche Road Amherstburg, Ontario N9V 2A5 Telephone: (519) 736-5408 Fax No. (519) 736-9859 Website: www.amherstburg.ca

Melissa Osborne Director, Development Services Town of Amherstburg Libro Centre 3295 Meloche Road Amherstburg, Ontario N9V 2A5 Telephone: (519) 736-5408 Fax No. (519) 736-9859 Website: www.amherstburg.ca

EXPLANATORY NOTE

EXPLANATORY NOTE

THE SUBJECT LANDS affected by the proposed amendment are described as Part of Lot 41, Concession 4, municipally known as 4841 County Road 18. The property contains a single detached dwelling and one accessory structure. The total area subject to the rezoning is 0.47 hectares (1.17 acres). (see key map above).

THE SUBJECT LANDS affected by the proposed amendment are described as Part of Lot 7, Concession 8, municipally known as the land severed from 8559 Concession Road 8. The property is vacant land and the total area subject to the rezoning is 12.01 hectares (29.67 acres). (see key map above).

THE PURPOSE OF THE AMENDMENT TO ZONING BY-LAW No. 1999-52 is to change the zoning of the subject lands noted above from the “Special Provision Agricultural (A-1) Zone” to “Agricultural (A) Zone”. The parcel is designated Agricultural in the Town’s Official Plan. The lands described will merge with the abutting agricultural parcel.

A condition of consent B/34/21 is to rezone the subject property to Agricultural “to be consistent with the zoning of the merging farm parcel for the purpose of eliminating the use of a transport truck terminal”.

THE PURPOSE OF THE AMENDMENT TO ZONING BY-LAW No. 1999-52 is to change the zoning of the subject lands noted above from the “Agricultural (A) Zone” to “holding Residential First Density (h-R1) Zone”. The lands described above are subject to an application for consent (File B/63/21) to sever a lot addition to merge with the lands to the south owned by MGV Developments (McGregor) Inc. A condition of consent is to rezone the subject property to a holding residential zone to be in conformance with the Official Plan. The proposed Amendment to the Zoning By-law is in conformity with the policies in the Official Plan. The lands are designated Low Density Residential in the Town’s Official Plan.

THE EFFECT OF THE ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT will allow for general agricultural uses on the subject property and remove the A-1 site specific zoning which had permitted a transport truck terminal.

Information will be gathered in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (MFIPPA). All comments and communications received will become part of the public record unless you expressly request the Town to remove it. If you want to learn more about why and how the Town collects your information, write to the Town Clerk’s Office, 271 Sandwich Street South, Amherstburg, ON N9V 2A5 or call 519-736-0012

Community Calendar

TUESDAY, APRIL 12 ESSEX COUNTY, ONTARIO ANCESTORS APRIL ONLINE PRESENTATION - Starts at 7 p.m. with the theme “Learned During Lockdown.” Debra Honor shares new steps she gained in family history research. Free & open to everyone! Visit https://essex.ogs.on.ca for Zoom link to register.

SATURDAY, APRIL 23 EARTH DAY 2022 - Presented by Bryerswood Youth Camp. Runs from 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Lots of free activities for

the whole family. Full details are at www. bryerswood.com.

ONGOING RIVER CANARD K OF C EVENTS - Join the River Canard K of C for bingo. Barbecues the first Friday of every month, take-out only.

For information, call 519-734-8575.

INCOME TAX CLINICS - Amherstburg Community Services is hosting a free income tax clinic. Due to COVID it will be a drop off paperwork clinic only. Call for details and to see if you qualify 519-736-5471. Paperwork

THE EFFECT OF THE ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT will allow for the future development of the subject property. The subject parcel will be placed in a holding provision temporarily until sanitary sewer capacity can be provided and draft plan approvals be obtained.

Information will be gathered in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (MFIPPA). All comments and communications received will become part of the public record unless you expressly request the Town to remove it. If you want to learn more about why and how the Town collects your information, write to the Town Clerk’s Office, 271 Sandwich Street South, Amherstburg, ON N9V 2A5 or call 519-736-0012

ACS FOOD BANK - Curbside pickup at Amherstburg Community Hub (320 Richmond St.).

Runs Tuesdays and Thursdays 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Call 519-736-5471 for assistance.

can be dropped off March 7 to April 27th.

We are located in the Community Hub, 320 MISSION NEEDS DONATIONS - The Richmond St. Amherstburg Food and Fellowship Mission, located at 298 Victoria St. S., is in need of items. Among the BOTTLE DONATIONS - The AMA items being requested are bleach, Lysol wipes, face Sportsmen Association continues to accept masks, canned tuna, canned peas, canned cut green donations of empty beer and wine bottles. beans, canned peas & carrots, ketchup, egg noodles, People who wish to donate their empties can sugar, powdered juice, canned fruit, honey, macaroni drop them off at the rear of the club, located & cheese, Sidekicks, ranch dressing, kidney beans, at 468 Lowes Side Road in Amherstburg. For peanut butter, jam, cookies and baggies. Monetary information, visit www.amasportsmen.com or donations always welcome. For info or to donate, visit call 519-736-5706. www.aburgmission.ca or call 519-736-9140.

FOUNDERS CLUB - Bryerswood Youth Camp Optimist Club seeking donors to join the “Founders Club” to help them purchase the camp on Texas Road. Donors with gifts of $5,000 and over become “Founders Club” members and have one square of camp property sponsored in their name.

Multiples of squares are available for sponsorship.

Tax receipts provided. For information, visit www. bryerswoodyouthcamp.com, call 519-996-7364 or e-mail info@bryerswood.com.

For info, e-mail program director Natalyn Brouillard at natalyn@houseyouthcentre.com or board@ houseyouthcentre.com.

THE HOUSE YOUTH CENTRE PROGRAMS The House Youth Centre has shifted its operations online for the time being. Grade 9-12 peer mentoring is online, the Embrace group is online as is the Alumni group. Drop-in, art therapy, Tutoring Tuesdays and office hours are on temporary hiatus.

GOLDEN AGE CLUB - The Fort Malden Golden Age Centre has returned to its usual schedule at the Libro Centre. Monday pepper, Tuesday euchre; Wednesday bridge, Thursday line dancing and cribbage and Friday pepper and bingo. Starts daily at 12:30 p.m. All welcome. For info, call 519-736-6188.

AMHERSTBURG COMMUNITY SERVICES Located at 320 Richmond St., 519-736-5471. Meals on Wheels, CareLink Accessible Transportation, Food Bank, Senior Support, Keep The Heat, Ontario Energy Support Program & much more. Please call to see how we can help!

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Inclusive Community Program Advisory Steering Committee Meeting 5:00 p.m.

Council Chambers

Town facilities remain open; pre-scheduled appointments are encouraged.

Town Hall 519-736-0012 Building and Planning 519-736-5408 Infrastructure Services 519-736-3664 Recreation 519-736-5712

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Walking Track at The Libro open Monday-Friday 8:00am-9:00pm

Recycle

White Goods Pickup White Goods Pickup (Last day to call for a pick up is March 18th)

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Regular Council Meeting Town Hall, Council Chambers 6:00 p.m.

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Talk the Burg is an online tool for residents to provide feedback on current projects. talktheburg.ca

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Reminder: RENEW your dog licence ONLINE today! amherstburg.ca/ payments

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Complete Surveys on Centennial & Jack Purdie Parks TODAY! talktheburg.ca Survey's available in vestibules at Town Hall & Libro Centre

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Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee Meeting 6:00 p.m.

Council Chambers

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Walking Track at The Libro open Monday-Friday 8:00am-9:00pm

Notice of Application of Larvicide for Mosquito Control Beginning on April 1th and continuing through to August 31st, 2022, Pestalto Environmental Health Services Inc. will apply a biological larvicide in the Amherstburg area. This application is for the control of larva mosquitoes only and will be conducted over specific mosquito breeding sites within the boundaries of: Kingsbridge Subdivision to McCurdy Drive and from the Detroit River to Meloche Rd / Concession 3 N

A detailed map that indicates the specific boundaries of application and affected properties for this program is available at the Town of Amherstburg Public Works office at 512 Sandwich Street South and on the Town’s Website at www.amherstburg.ca The larvicide VectoBac 1200L (PCP#21062, liquid) and VectoBac 200G (PCP# 18158, granular) may be applied to standing water if mosquito larvae are detected. This product contains the active ingredient B.t.i. which is a naturally occurring bacterium found in soils and is very specific to mosquito larva. This bacterium is not harmful to bees.

If your property falls within the treatment area you may be contacted by direct mail. If you have any questions, concerns you may contact Pestalto at 1-866-648-7773 or by e-mail.

TECHNICAL AND PROGRAM INFORMATION Pestalto Environmental Health Services Inc. 501 Rennie St., Hamilton, ON, L8H 3P6 Tel: 1-(866) 648-7773 x234 Kevin Taylor at kevin.taylor@pestalto.com

SCHEDULED HYDRANT FLUSHING Please be advised that beginning on April 1, 2022 for a period of approximately six weeks, the Engineering and Public Works Department will be performing routine maintenance and flushing of the fire hydrants and water distribution system.

Should you notice any discolouration of the water, please run your cold water tap until the water is clear.

Please check your water before laundering white clothes.

Should you have any questions contact the Engineering and Public Works Department at 519-736-3664.

Town Contact: Eric Chamberlain at (519)-736-3664 x2312 or echamberlain@amherstburg,ca

519-736-0012 • www.amherstburg.ca 271 Sandwich St. South, Amherstburg, Ontario N9V 2A5