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Amherstburg Farmers Market opens at new location

By Ron Giofu The Amherstburg Farmers Market is open for the season and it is at its new location.

The market is now every Saturday through the Thanksgiving weekend at Toddy Jones Park, its first year at that location after having moved from the

Malden Community & Cultural Centre.

The latter location was sold by the town and is being redeveloped into a bed and breakfast.

The market had tried Tuesday afternoons in previous years, but its regular Saturday location had always been the Malden Community & Cultural Centre until this year.

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Opening day of the Amherstburg Farmers Market last Saturday was also a family affair as Christina, Chanel and Steeve Bouchard look after the Bouchard Gardens booth (above) while Ty and Boston Bouchard pet a rabbit (right).

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2- COMMUNITY NEWS › Wednesday, May 22, 2019

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Town to seek further donors, partners for Belle Vue New window sponsorship program also unveiled

By Ron Giofu

The president of the Belle Vue Conservancy had her recommendation to town council adopted and it is one that calls for administration to seek out sponsors and partners.

Shirley Curson-Prue requested that administration be provided direction to seek out major sponsors or partners to build a conference centre on the Dalhousie St. property as well as to conduct renovations inside the home “to return the Belle Vue house to its original glory.”

Town council purchased Belle Vue National Historic Site in Sept. 2016 after which the Belle Vue Conservancy was founded, Curson-Prue stated, adding that it is a group of volunteers that replaced former groups such as the Friends of Belle Vue and the Belle Vue Cultural Foundation.

“Our mandate was to raise funds to restore the heritage-designated shell of the building, specifically the roof, eaves and windows,” she said. “In this regard, we raised over $297,700 during the period ending April 30, 2019, through sale of room naming rights, in-

The Town of Amherstburg will be seeking out more sponsors and partners to help pay for upgrades at the Belle Vue house, located at 525 Dalhousie St. The request was made by Belle Vue Conservancy president Shirley Curson-Prue, who also outlined a new window sponsorship program the conservancy is embarking upon. dividual donations and a series of fundraising events from symphony and jazz concerts to golf.”

There are about $37,500 of outstanding commitments, she added, and another $30,000 of in-kind donations made.

The roof of the home was replaced last year, she noted, with the conservancy now hoping to raise $400,000 to cover the eventual window repair and replacement. Curson-Prue also outlined a revised window sponsorship program the conservancy is launching, with an inventory of windows completed and a pricing structure for re-

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Curson-Prue noted that “we have no plans to immediately replace the windows; rather they will be replaced when the interior of the house is renovated, ensuring they do not fall prey to vandalism. Our task is to raise the appropriate level of funds to fix the windows that can be fixed and have

replacements created for the rest in keeping with the heritage designation.”

The town has determined, via a motion from the previous council, that the site will be used as a conference and event centre. Curson-Prue noted that the conservancy was never intended to become involved with the future programming of the property, it was difficult to drum up donations prior to that decision being made.

Curson-Prue added it was difficult to offer naming rights to individual rooms or spaces given the interior layout was not guaranteed.

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A local developmental services agency is requesting that people declare “I’m All In” and that includes employers considering hiring people with disabilities.

Community Living Essex County (CLEC) held its 14th annual “Luncheon with the Mayors” last Wednesday afternoon in Essex, with representatives from all seven Essex County municipalities in attendance.

The event is held as part of Community Living Month in Ontario with the theme “I’m All In” being featured.

Essex County Warden Gary McNamara encouraged municipalities to hire people with intellectual disabilities and challenged them to take another look at those individuals.

“We need to be better in our own municipal governments,” said McNamara. “We need to take it up a notch.”

One organization who has hired a person with an intellectual disability is the Amherstburg Fire Department. Chief Bruce Montone announced the hiring of Max Vigneux to work at the department, noting the department is “so very, very proud to introduce this person to the emergency response profession.”

Montone, who is also a board member with Community Living Windsor, encouraged other employers, municipalities and emergency services to follow suit.

“I truly want our entire world to be ‘all in,’ to be inclusive,” said Montone. “To the potential employers in the room, employing people with a disability does result in a better bottom line for you.”

Montone said that employees with disabilities are loyal and safe, and stated that they also have the passion for their work.

“They are capable and this is why I’m ‘all in,’” said Montone.

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Reader responds to last week’s article on police deployment Please accept this opinion, written after reading the article in May 15 River Town Times concerning a legitimate question by Councillor Simone regarding an article written by Alan Halberstadt about issues of policing in Amherstburg.

Mr. Halberstadt enjoyed a long career in journalism and is retired from The Windsor Star. In the 1990s he served as a trustee of the former Windsor Public School Board and is currently sitting on the Greater Essex County District School Board. I have certainly not always agreed with his positions, but I will give Mr. Halber-

stadt credit for being a professional in his field.

Mr. Halberstadt reported that the matter of insufficient staffing of police in Amherstburg was brought to the attention of supervision by members of the Windsor Police Association.

Names were named and a date was given as information from minutes of a duly recorded meeting.

Whether resolution has been achieved is not clear, based on what was written by Mr. Halberstadt. Resolution is not my issue.

My issue with the article in the May 15 issue rests with statements by Mr.

Miceli and Staff Sergeant Deluca.

Mr. Miceli: “That issue is not an issue.” What is that supposed to mean? Something that was questioned wasn’t questioned? A problem wasn’t addressed or resolved? Mr. Miceli makes no sense here.

Worse was Staff Sgt. Deluca’s statement that the matter was “fake news.” Sorry, but that pushed me over the top. A meeting with names, dates and minutes is fake news? That something was questioned is fake news? That it was or wasn’t looked into and resolved is fake news?

Also, Staff Sgt. DeLuca, I know you

are new to the position, but the very use of the term “fake news” puts you into a category with the current US president, who uses it whenever someone brings up something he has said or done that contradicts what his original position was.

I would respectfully suggest that using “fake news” in any context within the Amherstburg/Windsor Police simply makes many of us wonder what else Amherstburg was promised that isn’t going to happen.

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“French Café” returns to the gymnasium at St. Joseph School

By Ron Giofu A touch of Paris returned to a local

Sonja Pretli, Keely Lyon and Sydney Demarco were three of the St. Joseph School French students preparing crepes (above) while William Bradford played the role of the mime (right). St. Joseph School’s FSL students staged a “French Café” in the school’s gymnasium recently.

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Noise bylaw issues

Town council will have an important issue to determine May 27. A request to exempt the Legion from the provision of the noise bylaw Friday and Saturday evenings and Sunday afternoons from May 1-Oct. 31 is proposed.

The current bylaw prohibits amplified music being performed outdoor at a volume that disturbs the peace, quiet or comfort of any individual in any office, residence etc.

The outdoor entertainment of the Legion does. This sound extends far beyond the Legion’s patio.

We have tried to resolve our complaints by reaching out to the legion’s executive and management. We want to work with them. We have welcomed the assistance of the CAO and former Councillor Fryer in facilitating meetings.

Progress was made and no formal noise complaints under the bylaw were ever pursued. We believe it is better to work towards a solution rather than filing noise complaints or for the Legion to pursue an exemption to the noise bylaw.

We do not object to outdoor entertainment in principle, but rather the volume of it. We and our neighbours had offered last year, and again this spring, to engage, at our expense, a sound engineer to determine how best to mitigate the noise. We suggested a good start would be to point the speakers away from our building, where they are currently directed, and towards the Legion’s itself or their parking lot.

The downtown should be enjoyed by all and respect shown to all, whether they conduct a business there, or live in or visit the area. If development plans proceed as proposed, even more residents, will move into the downtown and additional visitors will use the expanded King’s Navy Yard Park. Let the Legion earn revenue from their patio and let their patrons enjoy it. We do not oppose that. We do not, however, believe sales will dec re a s e , o r t h e v e n u e b e l e s s e n j o y a b l e , i f t h e noise volume is turned down or mitigated in a re a s o n a b l e fashion.

We think an exemption application at this time is premature. No formal objections were made about their outdoor entertainment last year. Council should defer it for a few months, so we can see if the issue can be solved, to the satisfaction of everyone. If council proceeds with the request, make it subject to reasonable conditions. Limit the noise to an acceptable decibel level and require the involvement of an acoustical engineer to make mitigation recommendations for the Legion’s to implement.

We are prepared to assist with the cost of this. Limit the exemption to one night, not two.

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Catholic elementary school.

St. Joseph School in River Canard and its FSL (French as a Second Language) students in Grades 4-8 hosted a “French Café” recently in the school’s gymnasium. The FSL students made crêpes, had a photo area, student art and were assisted by St. Thomas of Villanova Secondary School students with face painting.

Lori Rossi, one of the FSL teachers at the school along with Nancy Vanderhoeven and Amanda Daragon, pointed out that classes rotated through the gymnasium throughout the morning.

The “French Café” was a way to promote the French culture and lifestyle throughout the school. She said the students that came through enjoyed themselves.

“We try and give them the experience of a French café,” said Rossi.

AMHERSTBURG RIVERFRONT FESTIVAL PLAZA AND MARINA CLASS ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT NOTICE OF COMPLETION OF ENVIRONMENTAL STUDY The Town of Amherstburg intends to redevelop the former Duffy‘s Tavern and Motor Inn property (306 Dalhousie Street) on the Detroit River waterfront as a transient marina and public festival plaza. The project is being planned under Schedule B of the Municipal Class Environmental Assessment. Subject to comments received as a result of this Notice and receipt of necessary approvals, the Town of Amherstburg may proceed with design and construction of the project if desired.

The Environmental Study Report Project File is available for review at the following locations: Libro Credit Union Centre Information Desk 3295 Meloche Road Amherstburg, ON N9V 2Y8 Mon-Fri: 8:30am to 10pm Sat-Sun: 8:30am to 8pm Phone: (519) 736-5712

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by June 26th, 2019.

If the concerns cannot be resolved, a person may request that the Minister of the Environment make an order for the project to comply with Part II of the Environmental Assessment Act (referred to as a Part II Order) which addresses individual environmental assessments. Part II Order requests must detail the issues of concern and the rationale behind the request. Requests must be received by the Minister and Director of the Ministry of the Environment and Climate Change by June 26th, 2019. A copy of the Part II Order request must also be sent to the Town of Amherstburg at the address listed above. If no Part II Order requests are received by June 26sth, 2019, the Town of Amherstburg may proceed with the design and construction of the project if desired.

To make a Part II Order request, you must fill out the Part II Order Request Form, which can be found online at www.ontario.ca by searching ”Part II Order‘.

Under the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and the Ontario Environmental Assessment Act, unless otherwise stated in submission, with the exception of personal information, all comments will become part of the public record and will be released, if requested to any person.

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The Town of Amherstburg has hired an arborist temporarily for the 2019 season.

The town approved the hiring of Bill Roesel for this season.

“In the 2019 budget, Public Works budget centre includes an allowance for the purchase of arborist services from a contractor within the $155,000 for tree maintenance expense. However, as noted above, administration recommends that a temporary employment contract be extended to Mr. Bill Roesel for provision of arborist services for the 2019 season,” manager of roads and fleet Eric Chamberlain stated in a report to council. “If approved, based on the recommendations of this report the salary and benefits expense accounts in the Public Works budget centre would reflect the cost of the temporary arborist staff position and would show as overspent as this staff position is unbudgeted. The over-expenditures in the salary and benefits accounts for the arborist position would be fully offset by under-spending in the tree maintenance expense account, resulting in no net financial impact.”

The area being focused on for tree trimming, according to Chamberlain’s report, will be from Fryer St. to Meloche Road and from Simcoe St. to Alma St. There will be approximately 400 trees trimmed in this area. There are 91 trees scheduled for removal this year with 91 new trees to be planted near where the old trees are being removed, the report added.

Candidate expenses Administration was questioned whether candidate expense forms from the Oct. 22, 2018

municipal election had been publicly released, as it was noted there were some in the public who had difficulty locating them. Clerk Paula Parker stated they were placed on the town’s website.

The direct link to finding candidate expense reports is www.amherstburg.ca/en/townhall/elections—-financial-statements.as px.

Tourism TWEPI CEO Gordon Orr and vice president Lynnette Bain gave their yearly update to town council, with the tourism officials stating that the Windsor-Essex County area gains five million tourist visits per year and roughly $500 million in economic activity is created. In turn, Orr noted that 16,000 jobs are created.

Bain pointed out their website, www.visitwindsoressex.com, and that traffic to the website has increased. She also pointed out they collaborate with the town’s tourism department on such things as the Festival of Hawks and the Amherstburg Uncommon Festival (both planned for September this year) and the River Lights Winter Festival.

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Conduct Deputy Mayor Leo Meloche opened the meeting calling for a more respectful gallery, noting comments and conduct at a May 6 special meeting were not acceptable to him.

“Behaviour and comments by some at last Monday’s meeting did not sit well with me as chair,” said Meloche, who chaired both May 6 and May 13 meetings in the absence of Mayor Aldo DiCarlo.

Meloche said that heckling will not be tolerated and that, per the code of conduct, staff should be defended from negative comments from the public.

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Music on the Lawn Anderdon Public School held its “Music on the Lawn” event last Thursday evening. Students from a variety of grades performed under the direction of music teacher Tim Beneteau as well as sang with the help of their classroom teachers. Beneteau directs the band (top left) while the banner twirlers performed with them (below left). Luca Jurilj was one of the students who showed what they could do on the recorder (above).

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Councillor asks further question regarding Amherstburg Community Foundation

By Ron Giofu The Amherstburg Community Foundation (ACF) may have a new president and directors, but at least one town councillor still has questions.

The ACF was a topic for discussion at the most recent regular meeting of town council with Councillor Michael Prue raising the issue once again. He recalled being told by CAO John Miceli to start with the mayor if there were any questions, with Prue noting he was unable to reach Mayor Aldo DiCarlo.

DiCarlo was not at the meeting.

Prue acknowledged that Richard Peddie is the new chair as well as the new directors but Prue questioned how that came to be.

“I didn’t know it was an elected position,” said Prue. “Can anyone explain what is going on?”

Deputy Mayor Leo Meloche, who chaired the

meeting in DiCarlo’s absence, noted that the ACF is an independent entity that can create and elect its own board. He maintained that position when Prue pressed the matter.

Prue added that the ACF had seen the mayor, deputy mayor and treasurer on it at one point and questioned whether or not they resigned and believed it “was run by the town.”

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Full slate of events planned for Fort Malden National Historic Site

By RTT Staff Fort Malden National Historic Site of Canada officially opened for the 2019 season last Saturday and there is a large schedule of events for the coming year in addition to regular programming.

Some of the special events are presented by Parks Canada while others are being held at the site but presented by other groups and organizations.

One of the new events is the Father’s Day Hands on History & Lumberjack Breakfast. That is being held June 16 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. In addition to the lumberjack breakfast, there will also be a “hands-on Brown Bess musket firing experience.” The breakfast consists of pancakes, scrambled eggs, sausage, bacon and potatoes, and a choice of coffee, tea or juice. Cost is $10 for seniors, youth and adults and $5 for children 12 and under. The public is asked to pay by cash only with the breakfast running from 9 a.m.-12 noon.

The cost for the musket firing experience is $18.40 per firing but is free for fathers with the purchase of a lumberjack breakfast. That event runs from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. and people must be 16 or older to fire a musket.

Proceeds from Lumberjack breakfast go to support the Maidstone Museum Essex County in the War of 1812 event.

Canada Day festivities are being presented by the Town of Amherstburg again this year. Fort Malden will be open 10 a.m. until the conclusion of the fireworks and admission is free. Family-friendly activities and entertainment are planned to celebrate Canada’s 152nd birthday. For more details, visit the Town of Amherstburg’s website www.amherstburg.ca The second annual Escape Room & Games Festival will be Aug. 3 from 10 a.m.-10 p.m. An “Escapist Pass” (escape rooms plus general admission) is $34.30 with a “Gamist Pass” (general admission) being $9.80. Tickets are available beginning June 26. To reserve your

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Fort Malden National Historic Site opened for the 2019 season last Saturday. A variety of different events are planned for this year.

spot, call 519-736-5416 between 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

The description of the Escape Room & Games Festival is: “Accept the challenge! Join us for WindsorEssex County’s second annual Escape Room & Games Festival – featuring even more fun and games this year! Build a team and test your skills against the region’s best mobile escape rooms with the Escapist Pass! With a Gamist Pass you have access to a wide selection of games and activities such as lazer tag, sumo wrestling, a board games area, a video game trailer, and more! Take a break between escape rooms and games to enjoy food, entertainment, craft beer, and stunning views of the river.”

This event is weather dependant – cancellations will be posted on Facebook.

Again this year, Fort Malden National Historic Site of Canada will be the site of Art by the River. That event is Essex County’s original arts and crafts show with over 150 artists and artisans from across Ontario.

It is presented by the Fort Malden Guild of Arts & Crafts, the organization that oversees the Gibson Gallery, and is the largest fundraiser for the Gibson

Gallery. It runs from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. on both Aug. 2425 and more information on that event can be found by contacting the Gibson Gallery at 519-736-2826 or by visiting www.gibsonartgallery.com.

Another new event this year will be “Essex County in the War of 1812,” with that event being presented Sept. 28-29 from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. both days. As Fort Amherstburg was the headquarters of the Right Division of the British Army in Upper Canada during the War of 1812, this event will feature re-enactors bringing the War of 1812 to life with period encampments, musket and cannon firings, cooking demonstrations, and battle recreations.

According to Rae Kingdon, public relations and communications officer with Parks Canada’s Southwestern Ontario Field Unit, “Fort Malden is pleased to continue to offer its daily guided tours and musket demonstrations. The 20-minute tour with an experienced interpreter starts at the Visitor Centre, takes visitors through the fort buildings and grounds, and ends with a demonstration. Tours are offered daily at 11:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m., and 3:30 p.m. During the musket demonstration, visitors will see the flash of fire and hear the blast of a Brown Bess musket like those used in the War of 1812. A costumed interpreter explains details of the historic musket, including how to handle and load charges, and the challenges of loading and firing as quickly as possible. Demonstrations are offered daily at 11 a.m., 12 p.m., 1 p.m., 2 p.m., 3 p.m., and 4:15 p.m.

Fort Malden National Historic Site is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (with last admission at 4:15 p.m.) as per the following seasons: May 18 to June 30: Wednesday to Sunday; July 1 to Sept. 1: seven days a week, and Sept. 4 to Oct. 13: Wednesday to Sunday.

This information is also available on Fort Malden’s website at www.pc.gc.ca/en/lhnnhs/on/malden/visit/hours-heures.

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General Amherst High School preparing to stage “The Wizard of Oz” Performances run Thursday-Saturday at 7 p.m. each night

By Ron Giofu

Drama students at General Amherst High School are hoping people follow the yellow brick road to their gymnasium May 23-25 for their production of “The Wizard of Oz.” Rehearsals have been happening since October, but have intensified in recent weeks as the show dates near.

Drama teacher Stephen Scott estimated there are about 26 performers on stage plus a backstage crew and students from General Amherst’s three feeder schools – Anderdon Public School, Malden Central Public School and Amherstburg Public School. He said that gives the younger students a chance to experience what it is like in high school and “give them a footing when they come in.”

“It’s a very well-known show,” said Scott. “It’s very family accommodating and welcoming. It appeals to multiple generations. Everyone knows it.”

Scott indicated that a new wave of drama students is coming through General Amherst and that they have the chance to demonstrate their talents on the stage. He said rehearsals took place at lunch in the beginning, expanded to Tuesday and Thursday after school and have been every night as the show approaches. Students stay until at least 8 p.m. most weeknights, he said.

Bethany Cutting, April Conley, Jessica Field, Justin Coughlin and Macaulay Fryer are some of the on stage performers in General Amherst’s production of “The Wizard of Oz.” Shows run May 23-25 at 7 p.m. each night. Rehearsals continued last week in the school’s gymnasium.

Scott explained that his wife Sonia teaches at Anderdon Public School and they alternate shows every year. Anderdon had a show last year so now it is General Amherst’s turn.

Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for seniors and students. They are available at General Amherst High School and will be available at the door the night of the shows.

The show starts at 7 p.m. each night.

“We hope the community will come out and support the show,” he said, adding it could be the final production held at the current General Amherst High School building before moving to a new school in a few years.

“I’m really proud of the students,” he added. “I’m pleased to have spent these months with the kids.”

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Stella Maris School students hit the streets for “Walk for Water”

By Ron Giofu

Grade 7 students hit the streets of Amherstburg to raise awareness on just how important clean water actually is.

Amy Williams’ class from Stella Maris School walked around the town recently as part of the “WE Walk for Water” initiative. The students carried signs and placards as they walked the sidewalks and conveyed their messages.

“We are here to raise awareness for people around the world who don’t have access to clean water,” explained Julia Gyori.

Fellow student Andrew Chambers explained that over 35 per cent of the world does not have clean drinking water with Rachel Caza stating that a $25 donation can allow one person to have clean drinking water for life.

“Collectively, South African women and children walk a daily distance equivalent to 16 trips to the moon and back to seek fresh water,” said Madison Werstein.

Student Jonathan Joncas said their posters were “to

Grade 7 students from Stella Maris School recently participated in the “WE Walk for Water” with the River Town Times office being one of their stops in their walk around the community. try and send a message to everyone” about the importance of water with Calista Belekloukias explaining they were walking to show people that children in other countries also have to make long walks simply to obtain clean water.

Luc Peledeau said that, on average, one Canadian will waste approximately 329 litres of water per day.

The walk was not just about awareness, but it raised money too.

“We collected $1 per person in our class,” added Adelaide Hered.

For more on the WE Walk for Water movement, visit https://www.we.org/weschools/program/campaigns/we-walk-for-water/.

Town council applies service delivery grant to police transition

By Ron Giofu Town council has agreed to apply its service delivery grant that it received in March to the cost of the police transition.

The Town of Amherstburg received $620,201 from the Ontario government and council has voted by 4-1 margin to apply it to the $1,055,000 in costs to transfer from the Amherstburg Police Service to the Windsor Police Service.

Voting in favour were Deputy Mayor Leo Meloche and councillors Donald McArthur, Michael Prue and Marc Renaud. Councillor Patricia Simone voted against the motion while Mayor Aldo DiCarlo and Councillor Peter Courtney were not at the most recent regular meeting of Amherstburg town council.

“As noted in the correspondence regarding the Service Delivery Grant Funding (Grant), the funds are to be used toward modernizing service de-

livery and reducing future costs including shared service agreements. The transition to contract policing with the Windsor Police Service is perhaps the most significant service delivery review the Town of Amherstburg has ever undertaken,” treasurer Justin Rousseau wrote in his report to town council.

“The new shared services agreement with the Windsor Police Service to provide policing service provides annual savings to the Town of Amherstburg for

policing operations. However in 2019, the first year of the agreement, savings from moving to the new service delivery model are offset by costs the Town has incurred as a result of the transition.

Administration has reviewed the parameters of the grant and is of the opinion that applying the grant toward t funding the transition to contract polic- t ing best ties to the guidelines and inten- c tions of the grant.” t Continued on Page 11 o

New business opens in town Haley Rose For seven years Pittao’s Autocare has been taking care of those they love.

From diagnostics to detailing they offer a broad range of automotive needs. Recently owners Mark and Heather Pittao had an opportunity to expand and they couldn’t wait to dive into the new project.

Their new business - The Pool Place, will be opening this week right next to the automotive business.

Mark Pittao explained how he has always owned a pool and been heavily involved in maintaining it.

Whenever friends needed help or had questions, he was the person they would go to. Now he wants to spread his knowledge to the community.

“Most people don’t understand the importance of water chemistry and how it can affect swimmers. We plan to educate our customers and keep them in the loop of any new products that will make their summer that much more enjoyable,” explained Mark.

Mark went on to say that over the years, technology has advanced in the pool

world. From Robotic cleaners to full automation that can be performed right from your smart phone.

He said the new advancements have peaked his interest and made him look into updating all his equipment.

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Farmers Market enjoying the move to Toddy Jones Park

Continued from Page 1 “So far, so good,” reported co-manager Rita Casagrande. “The rain threw us off a bit. When it cleared up, it was busy and everyone seemed happy. I think it’s going to be successful here.

We’re happy to be here, that’s for sure.”

Casagrande stated that most comments were positive, and that the public was happy to have the farmers market in the downtown core of Amherstburg rather than out in the rural area. One drawback was parking, as it was easier for people to park at the former location, she said.

The Amherstburg Farmers Market had ten vendors at its opening day, with the Amherstburg Fort Malden Horticultural Society also holding its plant sale.

Casagrande stated they usually have 10-14 vendors on opening day and she hopes to average 8-12 during the season. The market has both full and parttime vendors.

Volunteers with the Amherstburg Fort Malden Horticultural Society were on hand conducting their annual plant sale last Saturday as part of the opening day of the 2019 Amherstburg Farmers Market season.

A lot of new faces were seen last Saturday but regular customers also returned.

“They followed us here, which is nice,” said Casagrande.

The farmers market hopes to have

local entertainment most Saturdays.

Gregg Steiner performed on the guitar and sang last Saturday.

“We really like it. We are busier traffic-wise,” added Patricia Saunders, the other co-manager. “I think it’s really good for everyone.”

Saunders added she also shops at the market, as well as operating as a vendor. She said she purchases from other vendors to make her products, which include various types of jams.

The ten vendors were “a very good” turnout, Saunders believed, but noted they would welcome more.

“The more people that are interested, the better it is,” she said.

The Amherstburg Farmers Market will be open at Toddy Jones Park from 8:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. every Saturday through Thanksgiving weekend.

Those interested in becoming a vendor can visit www.amherstburgfarmersmarket.com or call 519-972-1340 or 519-736-3550.

Town to seek additional partnerships to restore Belle Vue

Continued from Page 2 “Clearly there is significant potential for the house and property but it is believed there is little will on the part of the residents and the town for the local taxpayers to shoulder the update or costs of the new build,” she said. “For this reason, the time has come to seek out major donors or partners to build

the conference/event centre.”

Sponsors are also needed to help restore such rooms as the library and dining room, to renovate the kitchens to accommodate local caterers and restaurants and to build a series of four to five boardrooms on the second floor. Curson-Prue believed the board rooms should be themed to commemorate the

various owners and tenants that Belle Vue had over the years.

“Recruiting sponsors to build the conference centre and upgrade the interior of the Belle Vue house would minimize or eliminate the requirement of the town to fund the development using tax dollars,” said Curson-Prue.

“Clearly, a sponsor would require a re-

turn on investment which would mean the town would not likely to be in receipt of full or perhaps even partial revenues from the conference/event centre for an agreed upon period of time. Including a reopener clause would allow for review of the success and possible continuation of this agreement.”

Town council votes 4-1 to apply grant to police transition costs

Continued from Page 10 According to the report, the $1,055,000 in transition costs are broken down in the transition costs themselves of $930,000 plus the associated legal fees of $125,000.

The budgeted plan called for $161,610 in costs to come from the insurance reserve, $371,000 from the police reserve and $522,390 from current taxation.

With the grant being applied to the costs, that wipes

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“Applying the Grant toward funding one-time police transition costs would allow the municipality to preserve the reserves to cover future demand and provide the Town a positive variance $87,591 in taxation revenue that may offset other operating cost and revenue fluctuations that arise in the year,”

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The Society of Saint Vincent de Paul Amherstburg Conference - Fish Fry at the Columbian Hall, Richmond St. Amherstburg on Friday May 31 2019.

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Rousseau stated in his report.

Simone questioned if the grant could be used for other purposes, such as a busing service for local residents. CAO John Miceli replied by stating there is a transportation study in the works.

“The purpose of the grant is to look for services we are already delivering,” added Miceli, noting that busing would be a new service.

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Amherstburg Public School goes silent in recognition of those without a voice

Amherstburg Public School held its annual “vow of silence” last Thursday to recognize people around the world who don’t have the same human rights as others. The event was also used as a fundraiser for Save African Child Uganda (SACU), a cause that retired teacher Ingrid Silvaggio Heugh is involved with.

By Ron Giofu

Amherstburg Public School students and staff went silent again last Thursday in recognition of those around the world who can’t express their own voice.

The public elementary school’s “vow of silence” saw classes go silent as a way to remember those who are bul-

lied and others in third world countries who don’t have a voice. Grade 8 students led the way, including students in teacher Joanie Cotter’s class.

“We’re being silent and walking for kids that can’t speak up for themselves,” said Kira McCurdy.

“It’s a symbolic way to show people that others are stripped of their rights,” added Hailey Boyko.

The event was also used to raise

funds for Save African Child Uganda, a cause that retired Amherstburg Public School teacher Ingrid Silvaggio Heugh is heavily involved with. Cotter said that her Grade 8 class have had a human rights focus weaved in through their curriculum this year and the “vow of silence” was a way to demonstrate their social action.

“Everybody should have the right to stand up and say something,” said Mc-

Curdy.

“Everyone should have human rights,” added Aaron Bergeron, adding they were also standing up for other children around the world.

Students walked through Amherstburg streets as part of the “vow of silence,” many carrying signs reading “Be The Change You Want to See in the World,” “Stand Up” and “We Rise by Lifting Others.”

Prue voices questions over the Amherstburg Community Foundation (ACF) Continued from Page 7 Prue also questioned whether the

town will continue to process financial materials such as cheques with treas-

urer Justin Rousseau simply responding that he has resigned from the ACF and is no longer its treasurer.

Peddie noted in his address at the Amherstburg Chamber of Commerce’s Business Excellence Awards May 9 that he was approached by DiCarlo late last

year about chairing the foundation.

Peddie noted he wants it to be independent of the town. Others on the volunteer board consist of Jen Desjardins-Grondin, Lori Wightman, Dan Gemus, Chris Gibb, Dave Beneteau and Tom Manherz.

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Daffodil Sales conclude The Canadian Cancer Society recently held its annual daffodil sales with volunteers out and about in Amherstburg and beyond selling pins to raise funds. One of the volunteers was Joan Fryer (right) as she was at Walmart recently selling a pin to Diana Hunt.

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General Amherst teacher to be honoured by University of Windsor History teacher Michael Balogh to be recognized

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A history teacher at General Amherst High School is being recognized for inspiring students to stick with the subject in post-secondary education.

Michael Balogh is being honoured by the University of Windsor later this month and the teaching award he

is receiving recognizes the fact he has inspired students to further their studies in history.

“It’s nice to be recognized after teaching for 20 years,” said Balogh, “and that my lessons are valued and students enjoy my class.”

Balogh said he received a letter in the mail and it came unexpectedly.

“This was a complete surprise. It came out of left field,” he said.

It was Balogh’s understanding that his name came up several times through the nomination process and he was honoured that it did as it meant former and current students enjoyed his class.

“It’s a nice little accomplishment,” he said.

The awards ceremony is May 28 at the University of Windsor’s Vanier Hall. It is the first award he has received in his career as a teacher.

“I really believe in variety. I try to mix things in,” he said.

Balogh noted he tries different activities to hook students into his lessons both at the beginning and at the end. He currently teaches Grade 10 history and Grade 12 world history, though considers Grade 10 history the “bread and butter” subject that “almost teaches itself” through topics ranging from World War I and II, the Cold War, the Roaring 20’s and all the way up to 9/11.

“You just can’t get any better topics than that,” he said.

Balogh believes he can keep the topics interesting for students.

“History can be boring but not when I teach it,” he said with a smile.

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GREAT FAMILY LOCATION - OVER SIZED MULTI-LEVEL WITH ATTACHED GARAGE. LARGE 70’ X 149’ LOT. LOCATED WITHIN WALKING DISTANCE TO SCHOOLS, PARKS AND THE PROPOSED NEW GENERAL AMHERST HIGH SCHOOL. HOME IS 3-5 BEDROOMS, 2 FULL BATHS. LARGE LIVING ROOM WITH HARDWOOD FLOORING. NEW CARPETING. LARGE FAMILY ROOM WITH GAS FIREPLACE. EXTRA BIG REAR YARD, FULLY FENCED AND SUNDECK. 1.5 CAR ATTACHED GARAGE. GRADE ENTRANCE. FULL BRICK EXTERIOR. PLASTER CONSTRUCTION.

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2900 sq ft of luxurious finished living area. (1475 sq ft main flr). Beautiful open concept main flr w/cambria quartz counter tops. Gorgeous rear view from patio doors/covered lrg deck to rear open field, heated flrs in all 3 baths, finished complete lwr lvl w/2 bdrms. Lrg mbdrm w/w-in clst & 5pc ensuite. Dbl attached garage w/drive-thru rear door. Please see attached document tab for list of extras.

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24 PULLEY $339,240

Waterfront retreat! Can be seasonal vacation spot, year round home, or t a great weekly/monthly/daily rental. Property on the calmer side of Leamington minutes from the Wheatley Harbour. Featuring 3-4 bdrms with loft style bdrm on 2nd lvl and 2-3 bdrms on main flr (smallest bdrm would be a great office or walk-in closet). Updated bright and clean kitchen wih corian counters open to the living rm with both having unmatched views unto the lake. Deck with power retractable awning . With a quiet, sandy beach only a minute walk away you will not be disappointed here!

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969 FRONT

157 MEADOWVIEW STARTING AT $319,900 STARTING MAY 2

Solid 2-3 bedroom bungalow with full basement ready for your finishing. Move in condition, occupied by longtime owner, fenced backyard and new sundeck. University of Windsor area, perfect for students or young families.

Own waterfront property, custom designed to take advantage of the incredible water views and provide spacious open concept living. Features over 3000 sq feet of beautiful hardwood floors, quartz countertops throughout, cherry cabinets, stone fireplace and main floor laundry plus much more. Triple garage as it has heated floors and drive through access to the back of the property. There you will find a 1500 sq foot heated workshop that is ready for the car enthusiast or a great man cave. Across the road your private boat dock that has a 10,000 lb lift for your boat.

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by Nor-Built Construction. Approximate 1255 sq ft semi detached 2 bedroom, 2 bath home with open floor plan. Featuring hardwood and ceramic flooring, granite counter tops in kitchen, master suite with walk-tn closet and ensuite bath. Main floor laundry room attached one car garage, patio doors leading to covered porch. Full basement. Plus architectural ceilings in master bedroom and living room, concrete drive and more! Quality built by Nor-Built Construction.

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Stunning Contemporary raised ranch bonus room model home offers approx 2020 sqft of premium finished living space, including 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. Engineered hardwood throughout living, dining, kitchen, halls, master bedroom; a soaring cathedral ceiling in living room with 9 ft ceilings throughout main floor, and a grand floor-to-ceiling ceramic fireplace with rustic mantle. The open concept layout centers around the impressive kitchen; granite counters and island, floor to ceiling cabinets, upgraded back-splash and under mount sink. From the kitchen, walk-out the 8x8ft double doors to a covered deck complete with brick pillars and metal spindles; the premium 60x122 lot backs onto green space. Master bedroom suite boasts a walk-in closet, double vanity granite en-suite with ceramic shower and glass door.

Concrete driveway, extra deep basement, 200 amp service, HRV system, insulated and finished garage, upgraded garage doors with windows. Model open 4 days.

Rare opportunity to own one of the few waterfront homes available on a highly sought after and historic street! An entertainers dream home boasting nightly, stunning sunset views. Watch international freighters and cruise ships sail by at the mouth of Lake Erie and the Detroit River. Wildlife to marvel at every day and within walking distance to the kings navy yard park voted the "Best park" in Windsor/Essex, restaurants, shopping, festivals and events, award winning public gardens, gym. Short drive to the county's best wineries and fruit stands. 25 minutes to Windsor/Detroit borders and 20 minutes to the 401. High quality finishes throughout this 3+1 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2 car gar. Cape cod style semi-villa. Mint condition and perfect for the discreet buyer. You will feel like you are on vacation every day!

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Beautiful 4 bedroom 1.5 bath 2 storey home in popular Lasalle. Updated kitchen with updated counter tops & built in appliances. Formal dining room, spacious living room with gas fireplace, awesome sun room + more. Plus large detached garage/man cave with loft.

Enjoy the "Exquisite architecture" and "Luminous views" of one of the busiest waterways in North America. Stunning gourmet kitchen w/builtins (jen air gas range & thermador fridge). 7'x12' island. Full length windows offering unobstructed panoramic views while dining or relaxing.

Custom balcony or covered lanaie. Pamper yourself in luxurious master suite w/his & her rain heads & slidebar (shower) & soaker tub! 2nd flr features 2 suites w/private terraces. Surprise your guests w/wine from your very own custom wine rm w/sealed in glass r & climate controlled. Nothing spared in this approx. 6800 sq ft 2 sty showpiece!! Office/pantry/mud rm/play rm/theatre rm/rec rm/gym/storage rm & so much more. This ppty is avail for registration of offers however no offers will be viewed until may 25, 2019 (located to be determined) as per the request of the seller.

Welcome to 5429 Concession 5 South Amherstburg where you will find all the space to do all the things you want to do. This property feat a farm home that over time the owners have added onto to create an impressive space for any family to grow in that has 4 beds and 3 baths. Recently updated main floor bath will make you stop in aw as you look at the marble tile, quartz counters, custom cabinetry and incredible light fixtures to finish it off. There is an extra large living room perfect for any gathering. If your looking to be outside there is an in-ground pool, batting cages and basketball court that comes with NBA professional nets. There is a large 80 x 80 out building that has heat and running water. Perfect for that buyer looking to work from home as this can be the perfect workshop with lots of possibilities.

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Just Listed Solid full brick ranch with detached 2 car garage on massive 65 x 237 ft lot. Properties on this type of lot, in town, are rare to come on the market. Original owners for over 60 years, this ranch home offers 3 bedrooms and 1 bath on the main floor with additional bathroom, family room with fireplace and 2nd kitchen in the lower level. Covered front porch and enclosed rear porch area with grade entrance for additional access to the lower level. Updated forced air gas furnace.

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Enjoy care-free condo living in beautiful Lasalle. Walking distance to many amenities.

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Welcome to 305 Grant in the wonderful town of Harrow. This raised ranch awaits you and your family with 3 bedrooms on the main floor and a full bath. Eat-in kitchen features patio doors allowing natural light to flow into kitchen and living rm. Lower level has 2 add’l bedrooms resulting in 5 bedrooms total. Large family room, full bathroom and another room currently being used as a hairdressing studio can offer many possibilities to the next owners.

This is a must see! Totally renovated & very tastefully done!! This 2 story semi features 3 bedrooms, 2 baths (master bedroom ens), spacious bright eat-in kitchen and living room with fireplace. Mostly finished basement with games/play room, sundeck off kitchen overlooking fenced in yard and above ground pool, attached garage, finished drive!! Close to all amenities and perfect location!! Call l/s would love to give you your own personal viewing of this gem!!

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tignon) is back as the head coach and Eric Shaw has remained with the team as the Forward assistant coach.”

Crevier, who hails from Tecumseh, has spent the last few years coaching in minor hockey and has a very extensive resume.

Crevier thinks there is a great base of returning players and some of the new players will fit in nicely as well.

“It was great to be at the team’s minicamp and start to see the players and work with the staff. I am excited to be a part of the Admirals family. I have known Paul for a long time and look forward to working with him,” Crevier stated. “I just want to thank Greg and team ownership for the opportunity to join the staff.”

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Admirals general manager Greg Crain welcomes new signee Mitchell Demelo (left) while head coach Paul Bortignon does the same with Josh Bennett (centre). Crain also welcomes new assistant coach Marc Crevier.

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It has already been a busy off season for the Integrity Amherstburg Admirals and they are not showing signs of slowing down.

The team recently announced the commitment of two players. Mitchell Demelo, an Amherstburg native, has committed to play for the team in 2019-20 season. Joining Mitchell is Windsor Midget Major AAA product, Josh Bennett.

“Both players add skill and grit to our forward core,” said Admirals GM Greg Crain. “Craig (team scout) and I have watched a lot of these players over the last season and we are sure they will step into the lineup and make a positive impact.”

On the heels of the player commitments, Crain has added to the coaching roster as well. With the addition though, it did see some former coaches leaving the team.

“First and foremost, on behalf of the entire organization, we would like to send a big thank you to Daniel Slipchuk and Rob Bondy for their time with the coaching staff. Daniel had to step down due to work commitments and Rob has taken on a different opportunity on the skill development side of the game,” he said.

The Admirals have announced an addition to the coaching staff, as Marc Crevier has been hired to coach the Jr. C hockey team’s defensemen.

Crevier brings a vast knowledge of minor and junior hockey to the team and the Admirals expect to see that impact immediately. Crevier has spent time coaching in minor and junior hockey over the past several years. He has spent time with the Leamington Flyers and Belle River Canadiens as a head and assistant coach.

“I have known and worked on the bench with Marc over the last 25 years.

Marc’s knowledge and focus will be a great addition to our staff. I am very excited to have Marc join us and get started,” explained Crain. “Paul (Bor-

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General Amherst now 5-1 after three slo-pitch games last week

By Ron Giofu

The General Amherst Lady Gens slo-pitch team was in action three times last week, winning twice and losing once.

The Lady Gens’ record now sits at 5-1 on the 2019 WECSSAA girls slo-pitch season. The first game of the week was at Bill Wigle Park last Tuesday and that was a 14-2 victory over the visiting Sandwich Sabres.

Madi Pillon said they had some pop-ups early in that game but they straightened that around. She said the game went by quickly and that “I expected us to play well.”

The team is catching up on its games that were rained out earlier in the season, but Pillon said they haven’t been adversely impacted by the lack of action early in the season. Many of the players are on other teams as well so they have been getting in time on the diamond that way.

“It actually hasn’t been that bad,” she said of the recent rainouts.

The Lady Gens have been playing well this year and Pillon said after last Tuesday afternoon’s game that they remain optimistic.

“I think we’re going to go pretty far,” said Pillon.

After a 10-9 loss in Essex last Wednesday afternoon, General Amherst returned to their home diamond last Thursday afternoon and defeated the visiting

General Amherst’s Jaiden Stiles makes contact with a pitch last Tuesday versus Sandwich (above). Left fielder Ramie Tytgat catches a fly ball later in the week as centre fielder Madi Pillon also comes over.

Leamington Lions 24-12.

“I thought that was a pretty good game,” said Savannah Prescott. “There was a lot of hitting going on.”

Prescott said the Lady Gens were able to find their groove and get the win. There were innings where Leamington put up some runs on them, but she believed that was more of a case of Leamington finding the holes rather than poor play by the Lady Gens.

“There were a couple of innings where we couldn’t get

an out,” she said.

Prescott believed the Lady Gens have come together well and even though they picked up their first loss of the season, it didn’t negatively impact the team.

“All of the girls are still happy. It’s not like it got us down,” said Prescott. “I think we have a close team.”

The Lady Gens were scheduled to square off against the Villanova Wildcats Tuesday afternoon after this issue of the River Town Times went to press at Villanova.

Admirals new additions include two players, assistant coach when Greg approached Matt, Gaspare and I about Marc, the three of us agreed that Marc would be a great fit to the staff and bring a lot of experience to our bench.”

“From players, to coaches and everything in between, we always want to make sure we have the proper people

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Continued from Page 19 “I remember Marc back from when I was trying out for the Leamington Flyers,” joked Admirals co-owner Wes Ewer. “They didn’t take me on their team that year, but I didn’t hold that against him for this position.”

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General Amherst athlete competes at OFSAA badminton tournament badminton in much the same way he enjoys tennis.

“It’s a good workout,” he said. “It’s very strategic. You just have to place the bird and anticipate where it is going.”

There were several people that were

thanked, as Palumbo was grateful to coaches Craig Lohnes, Nancy LoefflerCaro and Shawn Fryer as well as physical education department head Greg Scott and principal Melissa DeBruyne for their efforts in getting to OFSAA.

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Matteo Palumbo represented General Amherst at the OFSAA badminton tournament earlier this month in North Bay.

By Ron Giofu A Grade 11 student at General Amherst High School got the chance to represent his school at the recent OFSAA badminton tournament.

Matteo Palumbo travelled to North Bay May 1-3 for OFSAA, a culmination of a season’s worth of work where he advanced through the county, WECSSAA and SWOSSAA tournaments.

Palumbo said he finished second at the county tournament and that qualified him for WECSSAA. At WECSSAA, Palumbo came in sixth spot and that earned him a spot at SWOSSAA. “I had a tough road but I came back through the consolation side and finished second, which allowed me to go to OFSAA,” he said of his SWOSSAA performance.

At the provincial tournament, he said there were some “amazing competitors”

and he finished the tournament with four wins and three losses. He would finished 16th out of 40 competitors at OFSAA. “It was a great experience,” he said. “It was my first OFSAA. The players were great and the facilities were great. I had a really good time.”

Palumbo said he played badminton in elementary school and became more competitive in the sport. He also plays tennis, and will advance to OFSAA in that sport in a couple of weeks. He played in a couple of tournaments in April and May to prepare him for the high school season.

“As soon as I got back from OFSAA badminton, I got right back into the tennis grind,” he said.

Palumbo hopes to repeat his accomplishments next year, though noted it will be difficult as he was able to win some tough matches this year. He enjoys

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Sr. Cardinals open Essex County Senior League season with a win

By Ron Giofu

The Amherstburg Cardinals senior men’s baseball team opened their season last Wednesday night with a victory.

The Cardinals, who have added new players to their roster for the 2019 Essex County Senior League season, defeated the Tecumseh Thunder 6-1 at the Libro Centre.

The Cardinals’ 2018 season saw many games where they ran short of players, had little to no bench players during games and the need to call in substitutes to field a team.

This season, they have a larger team of about 16-17 players and that is already proving to be beneficial.

“The guys can play their actual position and it keeps Amherstburg’s Josh Sikich swings at a pitch (left) everyone fresh,” said Tristan Bouchat. while Zack O’Donnell delivers to home plate (above).

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Continued from Page 3 It is “all about getting the right person for the right job,” he added, and that there needs to be a societal change so that more people and businesses recognize the value of hiring people with intellectual disabilities.

Marc Wybenga from the South Essex Community Council (SECC) also pointed out the value of hiring those with intellectual disabilities, noting SECC works with CLEC and that CLEC needs more community partners like SECC. “Community Living helps get the job done but also helps you promote more inclusive communities,” said Wybenga.

Christine Richer and Chad Sutherland, from Ronald McDonald House and the University of Windsor’s Department of Kinesiology, also promoted inclusion through their presentations.

Richer noted volunteers from CLEC take pride in their work at Ronald McDonald House and have their regular routines. She noted volunteers have become their “regulars” and they are “respectful of people in the house” including staff and other volunteers.

Sutherland, also a board member with CLEC, helped create “Fit Together,” an exercise program geared towards those with intellectual disabilities. He noted that once people left that program, they were more willing to go out into the community as many joined gyms, Zumba classes and other programs. He noted that a manual is also being created to help others create similar “Fit Together” programs across Ontario, Canada and the world.

CLEC executive director Karen Bolger also pointed out that this year’s theme is “I’m All In” for inclusive communities.

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Continued from Page 22 Catcher Matt Bassingthwaite said it was a good game for the LEGION Cardinals and that starting pitcher Mitch Lepine pitched well. He added it was good to see the Cardinals score some runs.

Bouchat added that they have a lot of pitching this season and he believes the Cardinals have a good team this season.

“It’s a good bunch of guys and we’ve got a good team here,” he said.

The Cardinals played in Woodslee Saturday night against the Orioles’ junior team and return home to the Libro Centre this Wednesday night (May 22) for a 7:30 p.m. game with the Essex Yellowjackets.

The Cardinals also have a home game at the Libro Centre this Sunday afternoon at 1 p.m. versus

Residents had a chance to clean out their closets and basements, rid themselves of old electronics and help a pair of local organizations at the same time last weekend.

The Amherstburg Optimist Club and Habitat for Humanity Windsor-Essex teamed up again this year for an ewaste collection event, something that has become a May tradition in front of Sobeys.

John Trach, waste diversion co-ordinator with Habitat for Humanity, said the e-waste collected will be transported to a recycling facility and the money collected will be put to good use. In Habitat for Humanity’s case, they hope to build five new homes in

Windsor-Essex County this year.

“It’s a shared event,” Trach said of the e-waste collection event.

Trach added they do “a few per year” with other e-waste collections being in Windsor and around Essex County.

Brandon Renaud, president of the Amherstburg Optimist Club, estimated they have been involved with e-waste collection days for about five years.

“It’s a way to raise money for community projects that we’re hoping to do,” he said. “It also helps keep this stuff out of the landfill.”

Renaud joked that an added benefit of the event was “we got to break (stuff).”

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Town hears from public on possible animal control bylaw

By Ron Giofu About 30 people attended the Libro Centre last Tuesday night as a way to give the town feedback on a proposed new animal control bylaw.

Hosted by manager of licensing and enforcement Nicole Rubli, manager of planning services Frank Gerardo, members of their departments and Windsor-Essex County Humane Society executive director Melanie Coulter, the public learned about what the town is looking at and gave feedback of their own.

Rubli pointed out that the number of dogs a household can have in a residential area is three per household, increased from two in 2012, with no limit in agricultural zones.

The town is also looking at regulations for boarding kennels, whether cats should have restraints, whether there should be limits on the number of cats per household and limits on feeding feral cats.

Rubli explained that the town spends $10,000 per year on spay and neuter vouchers for cats with Coulter noting that spay and neuter pro-

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Rubli added the town is “so grateful for the work” that volunteer organizations have done in that regard in Amherstburg.

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Howard Ave. break-ins being Town encouraging people to give investigated by police feedback on animal

The Windsor Police Service – Amherstburg Detachment is investigating break-and-enters that were reported on Howard Ave. over the past week.

A break-in was reported to an outbuilding in the 7900 block around 2:10 a.m. May 20, police say, with forced entry gained to the building. It is undetermined if anything was taken at this point but the matter is under investigation. There are no suspects.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 519-736-2252 or Crime Stoppers at 519-258-TIPS (8477).

•Another break-in was reported in the 7900 block of Howard Ave. (County Road 9) with a door to a home forced open. Electronics and small appliances, with a total estimated value of $565 were stolen. The matter is under investigation and people are asked to call police or Crime Stoppers with informa-

tion. It was reported May 17 around 7:34 p.m.

•Police were called to the 7800 block of Howard Ave. May 7 at 6:29 a.m. for a break-and-enter. Police say it is undetermined if anything was stolen and there are no suspects.

The matter is under investigation and people are asked to call police or Crime Stoppers if they have any information.

Thefts Police were called to a Sandwich St. gas bar for an alleged theft of gas May 11 around 3:58 p.m. A 35-yearold man of no fixed address was charged with theft under $5,000.

•A theft of jewellery was reported at Richmond Terrace Long-Term Care Home May 16 around 3:31 p.m. The value of the jewellery is $300 and police are requesting anyone with information to contact police or Crime Stoppers.

Altercation Police were called to the 200 block of Sandwich St. S. for an altercation between two female youths.

The result was one female young offender being charged with assault while police say the victim suffered minor injuries.

The incident occurred May 14 at 11:30 a.m.

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control bylaw at “Talk the Burg”

Continued from Page 25 The animal control bylaw would also cover backyard chickens, with Rubli noting the town does not currently allow that in urban residential areas. Feedback is being sought on setbacks, coop sizes and other issues should residents want that changed.

Pigeons are also not permitted to be kept in residential areas but should that change under a new bylaw, the town is looking for information including how many pigeons could be kept, whether lofts should be licensed, distance of lofts from neighbours and the number of pigeons allowed to be kept per lot, among other issues.

Other topics discussed at the meeting included whether mini-pigs, goats and ducks could be considered domestic pets and possible regulations on the feeding of wildlife in Amherstburg. “(The meeting) is to start a conversation on what we would like to see regulated in the Town of Amherstburg,” said Rubli.

Some residents called for the number of dogs to be capped at three regardless of being in rural or urban

settings “to keep it fair” for all. Others addressed issues surrounding facilities that train dogs to act aggressively.

“I want the bylaw to address aggressive dog training facilities,” commented James Robinson. “They should not be allowed in Amherstburg.”

Glenn McWilliam called for a resolution on the feral cat issue, and questioned whether a fenced area could be created to house one overall cat colony. He said breeders and their customers are a problem and not volunteers. Doug Reaume added that while dogs are limited in urban residential areas, the overall number of animals are not. He said he has had issues of smell and noise coming from neighboring properties, though Rubli noted that there are bylaws to deal with dog excrement and excessive noise.

Others raised concerns over allergies and called for limits on how many cats can be kept at an individual home.

The town is inviting the public to continue giving feedback on the matter, including through its “Talk the Burg” website.

COMMUNITY MEETING Beaudoin Park Playground Improvement Location: Fire Stn. #2 Address: 3400 Middle Side Road Thursday May 30, 2019 9amͲ1pm and 4pmͲ 8pm All ages are welcome!

Please join us at this initial meeting to review the concepts for the play space at Beaudoin Park.

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Continued from Page 28 Identity fraud Police were called to a home on Laird Ave. May 14 around 12:01 p.m. for a complaint of identity fraud. The complainant told police a Cogeco cable account was opened in his name in another city with the bill coming to $1,671. The matter is under investigation and police are reminding people to be careful of who they give personal information to and to be mindful of their information.

•A separate identity fraud was reported on Front Road North May 15 at 5:51 p.m. where a person’s identity was used to rent equipment from UHaul. The amount of the rental is $485. That matter is also under investigation.

Accidents A two-vehicle crash on Laird Ave. and Fort Malden Dr. May 15 at 3:28 p.m. resulted in a 26-year-old Amherstburg woman being charged. Police say the charge was improper left turn. There were no injuries.

Mischief A green at Pointe West Golf Course was damaged when spray painted with symbols. It was reported May 16 at 8:30 a.m. with police adding the estimated value of the damage is $600. There are no suspects and the matter is under investigation. Anyone with information is asked to call police or Crime Stoppers.

Possible drowning Police were called to a Front Road home May 18 around 4:24 p.m. for a report of a male possibly drowning. According to police, the man was out of the water and being treated by Essex-Windsor EMS as he fell off the dock into the water. Police are cautioning that the water is still very cold this time of year.

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

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By Ron Giofu Essex County council has approved a dozen repaving projects on its road systems, including one project in Amherstburg.

The repaving – also known as hot mix resurfacing – will be done

by Coco Paving Inc. after county council awarded the tender for just under $4.1 million at its meeting last Wednesday night.

That number is higher than the county engineer’s estimate of $3.5 million.

The roadway in Amherstburg that is being resurfaced is a 2.5kilometre stretch of County Road 20 between County Road 50 and Howard Ave. (County Road 9).

Outside of Amherstburg, two sections of County Road 18 are being resurfaced - from Highway 3 to County Road 29 and from County Road 34 to Graham Side Road.

Five sections of County Road 34 will see work including from Malden Road to Essex Town Limits, Municipal No. 351 to Municipal No. 521, County Road 45 to Municipal No. 2170, Fraser Road to Municipal No. 351 and from Municipal No. 521 to Municipal No. 2170.

One other section of County Road 20 will see work, with that being in the Leamington/Kingsville area from County Road 31 to Dimenna Drive.

Two sections of County Road 46 in Lakeshore will see work – from Myers Road to Mullins Drive and from Highway 77 to

Rochester Townline.

County Road 31 from County Road 20 to County Road 34 will also see work. There will also be a pair of paved shoulder projects on County Road 34.

“The lowest tender exceeds the 2019 Budget of $3.5 million for this portion of the Cold In Place Recycled Expanded Asphalt Mix (CIREAM) program. Administration recommends funding the excess cost of approximately $600,000 from the unbudgeted revenue received from the Federal Gas Tax program,” wrote director of transportation services/county engineer Jane Mustac in her report to county council. “As part of the 2019 Federal Budget, a one-time transfer of $2.2 billion in additional Gas Tax funds was awarded to municipalities and First Nation communities. The County of Essex, after transferring a portion of its share to the local municipalities, received $2,264,221 in additional funding for the 2019/2020 program year. A subsequent report will be presented to council to make recommendations for the application of the balance of these unbudgeted funds.”

NOTICE OF STREET NAME CHANGE œ Marsh Drive

Please take notice that the Town of Amherstburg intends to pass a by-law to change the street name of Marsh Drive to Landor Drive as per Resolution # 20190225-148 on June 10th, 2019.

Council will hear any person who claims that their property will be prejudicially affected by the by-law at their Regular Council Meeting to be held: June 10th, 2019 at 6:00 p.m.

Town Hall, Council Chambers 271 Sandwich Street South Delegation requests should be submitted to the Clerk no later than June 5th, 2019 at 12:00 p.m. Delegation forms are available online at www.amherstburg.ca or at Town Hall.

It is the intention of Council to consider and pass the by-law for street name change at the June 10th, 2019 Council meeting.

If you are unable to attend the meeting and wish to provide a written submission, please forward them by May 31, 2019 to: Paula Parker, Town Clerk 271 Sandwich Street South Amherstburg, ON N9V 2A5 pparker@amherstburg.ca

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WEDNESDAY MAY 22

Drop-in Pickleball @ LIBRO 10am-12pm $5

Birdies & Bogies Amherstburg Police Services Board Meeting Police Department, Community Room 5:00 pm (In-Camera @ 4:30 pm)

For Belle Vue Sutton Creek Golf Club

Youth Drop-in Ball Hockey @ LIBRO 7PM

Facebook.com/BelleVueConservancy MAY 26

MAY 27

DROP-IN TURF TOTS @ LIBRO $3 per child 9-11am

MAY 28

Special Council Meeting Town Hall, Council Chambers 5:00 pm Regular Council Meeting Town Hall, Council Chambers 6:00 p.m.

Drop-in Pickleball @ LIBRO 10am-12pm $5 Youth Drop-in Ball Hockey @ LIBRO 7PM

Yard Waste Collection North Zone

JUNE 2

JUNE 3

Drop-in Pickleball @ LIBRO 10am-12pm $5 Youth Drop-in Ball Hockey @ LIBRO 7PM Yard Waste Collection South Zone

MAY 29

Committee of Adjustment Drop-in Pickleball @ LIBRO Meeting 10am-12pm Town Hall, Council Chambers $5 7:30 am Youth Drop-in Ball Hockey @ LIBRO Drop-in Pickleball @ LIBRO 7PM 10am-12pm $5 Adult Drop-in Ball Hockey @ LIBRO 7PM

JUNE 4

JUNE 5

Drop-in Pickleball @ LIBRO 10am-12pm $5

Youth Drop-in Ball Hockey @ LIBRO 7PM

Drainage Board Meeting Drop-in Pickleball @ LIBRO Town Hall, Council Chambers 10am-12pm 6:00 pm $5

Adult Drop-in Ball Hockey @ Libro 7PM

THURSDAY MAY 23

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For Rhododendron BLOOM ALERTS Follow us on VisitAmherstburg Drop-in Pickleball @ LIBRO 10am-12pm $5 Adult Drop-in Ball Hockey @ Libro 7PM White Goods Collection

Drop-in Pickleball @ LIBRO 10am-12pm $5

Drop-in Pickleball @ LIBRO 10am-12pm $5

Town of Amherstburg Fire Siren Testing 12:00pm

JUNE 6

JUNE 7

MAY 30

Drop-in Family Yoga 7:00-8:00pm $3/Person $8/Family of 5

Recycle

MAY 31

Drop-in Pickleball @ LIBRO 10am-12pm $5

Adult Drop-in Ball Hockey @ LIBRO 7PM Drop-in Family Yoga @ LIBRO 7:00-8:00 $3/Person $8/Family of 5 Drop-in Pickleball @ LIBRO 10am-12pm $5

Adult Drop-in Ball Hockey @ Libro 7PM Youth Dance @ Libro 7PM-10PM $7 Grades 6-8

No Pickleball @ Libro Today

Recycle

SATURDAY MAY 25

Garden Tea Party 11am-2pm @ Gordon House in Kings Navy Yard Park / Tix Req Amherstburg Farmers’ Market In Toddy Jones Park 8:30am-1:30pm

JUNE 1

Amherstburg Farmers’ Market In Toddy Jones Park 8:30am-1:30pm

JUNE 8

Amherstburg Farmers’ Market In Toddy Jones Park 8:30am-1:30pm

Ribs & Ragtime Amherstburg Freedom Museum 4pm-8pm

THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF AMHERSTBURG is recruiting for

RECREATION PROGRAM INSTRUCTORS The Town of Amherstburg is recruiting for Recreation Program Instructors for a variety of programs including soccer, skate patrol, birthday parties, and various drop-in activities.

Successful applicants must have the ability to work with children and/or adults as required. Applicants must possess a valid CPR and First Aid certification. Current certifications related to specific programming may be required.

Visit www.amherstburg.ca for a detailed job description. Applicants are to submit a resume to resumes@amherstburg.ca no later than May 31, 2019 at 4:30 p.m.

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Personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, R.S.O 2001, and will be used only for the purpose of determining eligibility for employment.

The Corporation of the Town of Amherstburg is dedicated to maintaining a fair and equitable work environment, and in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, and the Human Rights Code, the Town of Amherstburg will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process to applicants with disabilities. If selected to participate in the recruitment process, please inform the Town of Amherstburg Human Resources staff of the nature of any accommodations you may require to ensure your equal participation.

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