Among the other candidates seeking a position as a town councillor are Molly Allaire, Larry Amlin, Lucas Anderson, Andrew Argoselo, Linden Crain, Frank Di Pasquale, Bill Fryer, Tara Kersey, Holger Kretschmann, and Lori Wightman.
SUMMER SALE 50%OFF 1325 Gore Rd. W., P.0. Box 871, www.hernandezsanitation.caHARROW519-738-3309 SERVING WINDSOR & ESSEX COUNTY FOR OVER 50 YEARS Residential & Commercial Licenced under O.B.C. and M.O.E Wednesday, August 24, 2022 The Park House Museum presented an “Anne of Green Gables” tea last Saturday afternoon with the event drawing approximately 30 people. Amy Schauber, Jennifer Mailloux, Kimberly Sprague and Emily Sprague enjoy some tea during the event. For more photos and information on the “Anne of Green Gables” tea, please turn to Page 10 of this week’s issue. 433 Sandwich St. S. Next to Armando’s • 519-736-0972 Specializing in BracingCustom&FractureBracing COVERED WITH BENEFITS Now Accepting NEW Patients 433 Sandwich St S., 519-736-2131Amherstburg DR. CRANE 519-730-1030 www.YouHear.ca BLOOD LAB • Open to Public • Walk-ins Welcome! EXTENDEDNEWHOURS MONDAY-FRIDAY 7AM8AMSATURDAY2:30PM-12PM 433 Sandwich St S., www.amherstburgbloodlab.caAmherstburg519-736-5821 h n D ’ A l i m o n t e SALES REPRESENTATIVE e c t ( 5 1 9 ) 7 9 6 8 0 7 3 P f d R y L d g ndepen n y Owne nd Ope a ed FREE Market Evaluation Selling Windsor & Essex County Enjoying a spot of tea RTT PHOTO BY RON GIOFU By Ron Giofu And we’re off! The nomination period for the Oct. 24 municipal election closed last Friday at 2 p.m. and there is a full list of Therecandidates.arefour candidates seeking the mayor’s chair while five candidates are attempting to become the deputy mayor. Neither race sees the incumbents running, with Mayor Aldo DiCarlo and Deputy Mayor Leo Meloche both already having declared they are retiring from municipal politics.
Nominations closed, candidates set for Oct. 24 election
The River Town Times has started running candidate profiles and will continue to do so in the coming weeks.
Running for mayor are Michael Prue, who is a current councillor, as well as Frank Cerasa, John Laframboise and Bob Rozankovic. That compares to two candidates in 2018 and four in 2014, the latter time being the most previous instance where the incumbent mayor didn’t seek re-election.
There are 16 people seeking one of the five coun cillor position, up slightly from the 14 people that ran in 2018, but down from the 22 that ran in 2014.
The five people running for deputy mayor include Chris Gibb, Nancy Atkinson, Joe Shaw, Dennis Sanson and Gregory Moore. There were four candidates in 2018 and three in 2014. Since amalgamation in 1998, there has been a new deputy mayor elected in every election. They include Tony DiBartolomeo (1997-00), Bob Pillon (2000-03), Anthony Leardi (2003-06), Robert Bailey (2006-10), Ron Sutherland (2010-14), Bart DiPasquale (2014-18) and Meloche (2018-present).
Four incumbents are seeking to return to the town council table, including Peter Courtney, Don McArthur, Marc Renaud and Patricia Simone. Former councillors Diane Pouget and Gerry Theriault are seeking to return as well.
Continued on Page 4
The matter was deferred until the new town council takes over later this year. The words “sticker shock” was used by several members of Amherstburg town council to describe the price presented in the administrative report - $11,680,864 –with the price being described as above what was originally projected.
By Ron Giofu
The fire chief added Masri O Architects have looked at the market, looked at the construction materials and the “relevant significant increases that have occurred.” He said the newest facility in Windsor, which he built while the chief there, cost $7.2 million in 2016. “This is nothing compared to that magnificent building,” said Montone. Courtney countered that other stations in Windsor cost $3.9 million in 2012, $4.5 million in 2015, and $5.2 million in 2017, but Montone said the latter doesn’t include site costs that involved removing several vehicles that were buried at the“Ifsite.you’re comparing costs, you have to make sure you’re comparing apples with apples,” said Montone.
Councillor Patricia Simone was a council member that referenced “sticker shock” when reading the report, with Simone asking about reducing costs.
2 – River Town Times – Wednesday, August 24, 2022 www.rivertowntimes.com The convenience of online registration begins September 19! Coming soon, you can register your family for recreation programs from the comfort of your home. Fall programming to begin the week after Thanksgiving OONLINE NLINE REGISTRATION REGISTRATION If you require assistance or accommodation to register online, don’t hesitate to contact Recreation at 519-736-5712. RECREATION a m h e r s t b u r g . c a / r e c r e a t i o n
New fire hall put off until next term of town council
The new fire hall, if approved later in the year, would replace the current Station #1 (Sandwich St. S.) and Station #3 (Malden Centre). A report co-authored by fire chief Bruce Montone and director of parks, facilities, recreation and culture listed a number of “spatial challenges” with the stations including not meeting requirements for clean/dirty separation, apparatus bays not being wide enough, no dedicated space for “Ready Room” and gear storage, no dedicated space for a decontamination room, limited space for showers and change space, accessi bility requirements, limited administra tive space, no day training due to shared facility space and limited parking.
Plans for a new fire hall at the Libro Centre in Amherstburg were deferred until the next term of town council. Council members had extensive debate on the matter during the Aug. 15 special meeting.
“Based on the costing that was provided to us, is there a way that it could come in less, if we tweak certain things or if we take certain things away?” askedMasriSimone.saidit was an estimate at this point and those estimates tend to be higher, she indicated. She added it’s “a volatile market right now with prices changing constantly.” Montone added the cost estimate “is a worst-case scenario situation and that’s what the consultant brings forward to make sure your sticker shock that you reference doesn’t turn into something down the road.”
Courtney said the projected costs of the current proposed Amherstburg station “are more than double” than what he said were built in Windsor, with the latter housing more firefighters that live at the station while on duty. Courtney wanted to know why the new station would have four bays, with Montone adding they are trying to reduce the number of bays from six to four by combining the two stations.
A new fire hall at the Libro Centre will not be approved by this term of council, but the new council is expected to take the issue up later in the year.
“The facility is designed in a way to make it flexible for a variety of uses and is also taking into account future needs as the needs for rescue workers grow as the facility can accommodate a higher need of rescue workers,” she said.
The fire chief said discussions with Masri O Architects show costs could be up to 20 per cent less once the tender documents are written and construc tion materials are decided upon. Montone estimated a complete station build including site costs and general contractor fees be “in and around $10 or less million Councillordollars.”Peter Courtney and Montone had spirited debate on the matter of a new fire hall at the Libro Centre. Courtney called the proposal a “magnificent fire hall” after viewing the“It’sdrawings.beautiful, I’ve never seen anything like that in my life,” said Courtney. “It’s unbelievable. I thought it was a skiCourtneychalet.” asked if Masri O Architects was given an upset limit on how much the town was willing to spend with Montone stating the firm was provided the fire department’s spatial needs and “they’ve gone about building a modest structure” for Amherstburg. “It has all of the basics that are required as has been outlined in several reports in front of council,” said Montone.
SCREENSHOT Continued on Page 7
A presentation from Reema Masri, an architect with Masri O Architects, went over the plans for the new fire hall and was informed by Mayor Aldo DiCarlo that town council had decided not to move forward with that. Masri said parking is on the side and away from the front of the building, which has to be kept clear for trucks. She pointed out there would be training areas, a training room that can be used as an emergency operations centre, showers, bunker room and storage among other amenities.
TUES-FRIOPEN8:30-5SAT8:30-4SUN9-3CLOSEDMONDAYS WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO LIMIT QUANTITIES Mon Closed, Tues 8:30-5, Wed 8:30-5, Thurs 8:30-5, Fri 8:30-5, Sat 8:30-4, Sun 9-3 241 SANDWICH ST. S. AMHERSTBURG,519-736-4721ONTARIOwww.romanosmeats.com Let us “Meat” Your Needs! Prices in effect Thursday, Aug. 25th to Wednesday, Aug. 31st, 2022 Grade AA & T-BoneAAASteaks ................................. $1199 PorkSeasoned & Beef Roast ......................... $599 Shrimp Kabobs ............................... $200 Provolone Picante Cheese..... $999 Roman RavioliBrand - Meat or Cheese ............................ $449lbealblb1lbpkgFrozen
RTT Photo by Ron Giofu
Celebrating our 55th year, Art by the River has been the main fundraiser for Fort Malden Guild of Arts and Crafts/Gibson Gallery since Canada’s Centen nial year in 1967, when it was first organized on the grounds of Fort Malden National Historic Site. Art by the River was a one-day arts and craft show for many years and in the early 1990’s, the board decided to move to a two-day format and that has resulted in a very successful fundraiser for the Guild.
Suspected bee colony causes delay in taking down a tree
“During the process of removing the remainder of tree, the contractor became aware of the bees in the trunk of the tree. The contractor had to stop work to keep their staff safe and assisted us with identifying that there were honey bees activity with this hive,” said Chamberlain. Chamberlain added it was his first time dealing with a potentially active honey bee hive in a tree and the first time working with a bee company.
Eric Chamberlain, manager of roads and fleet with the town, said the tree near the church along Bathurst St. had a large section fall off of it, adding the town was not aware of the presence of bees in the tree prior to the contractor starting to remove the tree.
The organization, planning and implementation of Art by the River is the responsibility of the board of directors of the Fort Malden Guild of Arts and Crafts/The Gibson Gallery and planning starts as early as February to get ev erything done. We are expecting over 160 vendors and have two full afternoons of entertain ment, sponsored by Royal Bank, planned at the Barracks. There are several food vendors set up through the venue and this year we have a Plein Air art contest, sponsored by BMO Nesbit Burns, planned on Saturday (rain date Sun day) so there will be several artists set up throughout Fort Malden Historical Site, painting the beautiful scenery of the area in the hopes of winning the first place prize, and some of these pictures will be available to purchase.
This year’s event is Saturday and Sunday, August 27 and 28 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and the entrance fee is $5 with kids 12 and under (accompanied by an adult) being free. We would like to thank all of our major sponsors mentioned above along with Ron Deneau and Arms Bumanlag of Bob Pedlar Real Estate, our many volunteers, the Town of Amherstburg for all their help and support and every one who has attended for the last 55 years, they have all contributed in making Art By The River a much anticipated event year after year.
Wednesday, August 24, 2022 – River Town Times – 3www.rivertowntimes.com
“It was unfortunate that hive ended up being vacated from the tree and hive had moved to a new location,” he stated. “With the current situation with the bee population, it was the opinion it would be best to attempt to save and relocate the bees.”
Walker acknowledged there were bees around the tree, but it did not appear they were part of the old colony that was found inside.“The honey bees that we did observe were ’robbing’ the honey that was left from the prior colony,” said Walker. “If there was an active colony in the tree, we would have had to find the queen bee and remove her along with some of the comb and worker bees to start a new colony.”
—Submitted by Tracy Atkinson, office administrator, The Gibson Gallery
We also have a free L’il Artist workshop, sponsored by TD Bank, set up for the kids to try their hands at drawing their own work of art.
Darryl Walker, owner of the Anderdon Bee Co., examines a honeycomb found in a tree on Bathurst St. A tree is in the process of being removed but Walker and his daughter Addyson were called out after a bee colony was found inside.
Art by the River coming to the grounds of Fort Malden this weekend
Darryl Walker and his daughter Addyson assisted Goodreau Tree Care and the town in working with the discovery of bees. Walker said what was found wasn’t still in use by the local bee population.
“It wasn’t an active colony of bees in the tree. It was an old nest that has been there for a few years as it was quite extensive,” said Walker. “The largest comb was more than a meter long. A colony of that size would have had approximately 40,000 to 50,000 bees in it at one point.”
ROMANO’S Specialty Meats & Italian Deli Serving the Community Since 1970
By Ron Giofu The process in taking down a tree on Bathurst St. was delayed by what was foundEvidenceinside.of a possible bee hive was discovered inside the tree, located next to St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church. That caused the Anderdon Bee Company to be called in to take a look at what was found and possibly move the colony elsewhere.
Additional letters were received by the River Town Times but, due to a shortage of space this week, were unable to be printed. We will keep the letters on file and consider them for publication in a future issue.
Continued
4 River Town Times – Wednesday, August 24, 2022 www.rivertowntimes.com LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Advertisements and inserts do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the River Town Times. PRINTERS AND PUBLISHERS - Publications Mail Registration No. 09204. Published every Wednesday 80 Richmond Street, Amherstburg ON N9V 1E9 sales@rivertowntimes.commail@rivertowntimes.com519-736-4175 Member of the Ontario NewspaperCommunityAssociation Jim Heyens PUBLISHER Ron Giofu EDITOR Laura George ADVERTISING SALES This project is funded in part by the Government of Canada. LETTERS TO THE EDITOR POLICY • Letters must stay under the 250-350 word range •please.Wereserve the right to edit for spelling, grammar and length. • We reserve the right to not publish letters that we view inflammatory, inaccurate or ‘rants’ against specific people, groups, religions, governments or ethnic organizations. Those rants are more suited to social media. • We will gladly print letters commending specific people or organizations in the community, as we believe that this helps the community as a whole. • Please sign your letters and provide a phone number for verification or questions if we need to reach out to you. • Anonymous letters are not printed as we cannot verify their origin. Send letters to mail@rivertowntimes.com or drop off at the office: 80 Richmond St., Unit 9 or mail to: River Town Times, 80 Richmond St., Amherstburg ON N9V 1E9
Candidate list for Oct. 24 municipal election rounds into form
Ron LeClair, the incumbent Amherstburg/ LaSalle trustee with the Greater Essex County District School Board, will have a challenger this year as Geri Salinitri is also running for the postion. For the Conseil Scolaire Viamonde (French public) trustee position for the region, four people are running for the seat including Serge Dignard, Owen Herold, Badrieh Kojok, and Emmanuelle Richez. Incumbent Didier Marotte will be acclaimed to the Conseil Scolaire Catholique Providence (French Catholic) trustee position.
Police investigating alleged arson at a commercial property
As time grows closer, and the field of contenders jockey for positions on council, mayor and deputy, they promise us the stars and the moon again, both of which I still haven’t had a chance to hold in my hand! My tenure as a citizen of the ‘Burg is 80 years, and in that time have seen a lot of good and a lot of bad! Years ago, the leaders had integrity, honesty, and did what was right.
To make a difference in my town, our representatives that work for us have to take the blinders off, and expand their horizons. Great thinkers don’t think in terms of singularity, but in pluralities. My point is this - I’m old, I’m crotchety, fed up, and suspicious of deceit.How can I trust my community government again? For instance, we have been fighting this town since 1967 for a decent boat launching facility and parking. Now we have an opportunity to do this, with the property that we own by the old Ranta Park. Is it feasible? Absolutely! Will it come to fruition? That’s up to the new and improved council, but if you want my vote, and you come to my home for a visit, you had better come bearing that gift.
The Windsor Police Service Arson Unit states it is actively investigating a fire on a commercial property in Amherstburg and is seeking any infor mation in relation to the case. According to police, a vehicle fire started on a commercial property located in the 7000 block of Smith Industrial Dr. last Tuesday night (Aug. 16) between the hours of 11:10 p.m. and 11:55 Throughp.m.investigation, police say this incident was determined to be an arson. Video surveillance was captured and a black Cadillac Escalade was observed in the area at the time of the incident and is being considered a suspect vehicle, police add. The vehicle was last seen southbound on Smith Industrial Drive. Anyone in the area with surveillance cameras is asked to check their footage for possible evidence. Multiple vehicles sustained damaged during the incident, however no inju ries were Anyonereported.withinformation is asked to contact the Windsor Police Service Arson Unit at 519-255-6700 ext. 4330 or extension 4000 after hours, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 519-2588477 (TIPS) or online at www.catch crooks.com.
—Jim AmherstburgTurner New boat ramp at Ranta Park would help build trust with resident
—All information courtesy of the Windsor Police Service – Amherstburg Detachment
Break-in The Windsor Police Service –Amherstburg Detachment officers were dispatched to an alarm call for service at a business in the 7500 block of Howard Ave. in the Town of Amherstburg last Friday around 3:50 a.m. Upon arrival, officers observed that entry was gained to the premises by breaking a sliding glass door. Police say the unknown suspects were then allegedly able to gain access to the cash register where a quantity of Canadian currency was taken from the register. The suspects then fled the golf course in an unknown direction. The first suspect is being described by police as a male in his 30’s with a medium build. He was wearing a white zip up style hooded shirt with light colour short and gloves. The second of two suspects is being described as a male in his 30’s with a medium build. He was wearing a light-coloured bucket hat, long sleeve shirt and multi-coloured pants. Anyone with information is requested to contact the Windsor Police Service – Amherstburg Detachment at 519-736-2252 or Crime Stoppers at 519-258-8477 (TIPS).
The future of how council members are elected is also on the ballot. This year, the ballot question reading “Are you in favour of a ward elector system in Amherstburg?” will be a decision that voters will be able to make. In the school board races, the Windsor-Essex Catholic District School Board trustee for Amherstburg and LaSalle will return as Frank DiTomasso will be acclaimed to the position.
Mayor after mayor kept us in the green, not the red! Within the last couple of decades though, a metamorphosis has taken place regarding the people that sit in (the God Chairs). Lack of trust, in fighting, lack of transparency and honesty are but a few things that have somehow, slowly, methodically, tainted the way our leaders have relegated the people who put them in power to the dustbin of time.Listening to the constituency of the ‘Burg has become a misnomer. It would appear to me that we don’t have any input that matters and usually falls on deaf ears. Sure, everyone says they’re going to (try) and fix some problems, but the damage has been too great and the termites have eaten too much to ever bring us back from the brink.
Charges after crash Patrol officers of the Windsor Police Service – Amherstburg Detachment were dispatched to a single vehicle collision in the 300 block of Sandwich St. South in the Town of Amherstburg last Thursday at approximately 9:03 p.m. As a result of the investigation, it was determined a blue Chrysler sedan was observed travelling Northbound on Sandwich St. S. allegedly at a high rate of Accordingspeed.to police, the vehicle then allegedly struck a curb causing the driver to lose control of the vehicle almost striking a parked police cruiser which was in the area for an unrelated matter. The vehicle came to a rest after striking a curb in the southbound lane of Sandwich St. S., north of Simcoe St, police add. The driver of the vehicle was trans ported theobservation.campusOuelletteHospitalRegionalWindsortoforPolicesaydriverwas charged with careless driving section 130 of the Highway Traffic Act of Ontario and driver fail to properly wear seatbelt section 106(2) of the Highway Traffic Act of Ontario.
Thanks for understanding!
from Page 1
By Ron Giofu Nancy Atkinson is run ning for the position of deputy mayor in the Oct. 24 municipal election stating she wants to ensure Amher stburg uses more “common sense” in Atkinsonmeetings.isone of the five candidates seeking the position, though noted she toyed with the idea of run ning to be a councillor. Since there is no incumbent in the deputy may or race this year, she feels that she is on equal footing with the other candidates.
Feedback since she announced her candidacy for deputy mayor has been “overwhelmingly positive,” said Atkin son. She said it has something that has been on her mind during the time she has spent in the Amherstburg Taxpayers’ Association.“Ithinkwe have made big headway in the council chamber, but I think we can have an even stronger voice for residents if we have someone working on council.”
The recent debate over a new fire hall at the Libro Centre caught Atkinson’s attention, noting drawings cost roughly $500,000 and were only $65,000 less than the cost to police it. According to the candidate, the town paid for one design with it not being clear if individual compo nents could be used.
Cercone pointed out county CAO Mike Galloway is copied on decisions and reports so that it can be shared with county council, but McNamara said they want to be more involved with the dis cussions to begin with.
Tanner outlined highlights over the 2021-22 year, including the implemen tation of the Canada-Ontario Housing Benefit, with 15 per cent of households being in Essex County. She also pointed out new capital funding that created 99 new affordable housing units created in the Windsor-Essex County area, with 78 of the 99 being in Windsor. Goz cautioned that federal funding alone will not solve the issue but mem bers of county council wanted more information on how they can get more help and resources to their residents.
The association’s biggest accomplish ment, she believes, is the fact there is not a lobbyist registry in Amherstburg.
“We certainly do value the county’s input,” said Tanner, but noted there is “sensitivity” when they submit plans to the provincial government as not to re veal too much before they are approved. McNamara countered by stating the county wants more input in the process.
Leamington Mayor Hilda MacDonald said the county’s needs have to be looked after. She said the county will “clamour” to upper levels of government and make noise of their own if they have to.
“The need in our community is great,” she said. “If we don’t see more funding coming to towns in our community, we will find our own solution.”
“To run for council, I’d have to unseat someone,” she stated. “Whether it’s dep uty mayor or council, it’s all one vote.”
Atkinson said she wants to be “totally community focused” and wants a sense of community to return to Amherstburg. She said she wants to bring back the vol unteer sprit that makes Amherstburg a unique and special town.
According to Atkin son, there have been 29 in-camera meet ings this year versus 21 in public. “That’s a little out of balance,” she said. Atkinson was also happy to see nam ing rights kept for H. Murray Smith Cen tennial Park and the components within, stating “the residents who built your town should never be pushed aside.”
Representatives from Windsor ap peared before Essex County council and got an earful about the housing and homelessness issue. Debbie Cercone, interim commissioner of health and human services, appeared virtually with executive director of hous ing and children’s services Kirk Whittal, manager of homelessness and housing support Jen Tanner, social housing ana lyst Mike Deimling and co-ordinator of housing administration and develop ment Kelly Goz appearing in person.
“We need common sense in this town,” she said. Residents are being told parks, a pool and tennis courts are unaffordable and “everyone is being told no except the managers at town hall,” she said. If items such as pickleball and tennis courts and a pool can’t go ahead, Atkinson didn’t believe a $12 mil lion fire hall could either. Atkinson said people know “I will work for them. I don’t believe in prom ises I can’t keep.” She said she would like to see a better working relationship be tween town council and administration, including information getting to council members earlier and not seeing council members having to commit money and make decisions too quickly.
Nancy Atkinson
“Everyone wants the truth. Not a whitewashed version of the truth.”
Limiting the number of in-camera meetings is another key for Atkinson, who noted while some are necessary, there is a feeling that things are secretive and behind people’s backs when council goes into private session. She said more meetings could be held publicly, stat ing “you can discuss something and not mention a name.”
By Ron Giofu
There is a perception that youth are on their phones and tablets all the time, At kinson stated, adding “let’s give them a reason not to Administrationbe.”
Believing “education goes a long way,” Atkinson added people can talk to town council but need to know the way to do it. Letting residents speak is important, she“Educatebelieves.them on how to do it with re spect and decorum,” she said.
Kingsville acting mayor Gord Queen added he supported MacDonald’s com ments believing the county is not getting the resources it needs.
Whittal believed there was an oppor tunity to “piggyback” a homelessness strategy with an affordable housing strategy with McNamara stating all mu nicipalities are struggling with afford able housing.
On the campaign trail, she added she is going to be herself. “I’m going to be me and me is a con cerned person for our town,” she said. “I want the residents to be happy again.”
Warden Gary McNamara wanted to know how the County of Essex could better leverage some of the homelessness and housing dollars that are funnelled to the area by upper levels of government.
Whittal noted he already said the funding they are provided does not meet the needs of the region.
Whittal suggested a “multi-disciplin ary panel” to help work on the issue with McNamara believing local planners could be integral. McNamara added the county often feels like a client rather than a partner and wanted to get more involvement on the issue.
“Our heart is in the right place,” Mc Namara told the city representatives. “We’re ready to roll up our sleeves for our residents.”
should prepare reports with “numbers that add up,” and are simpler for residents to read, she stated.
“We need money down here and we need it sooner rather than later,” said Gaffan.
Wednesday, August 24, 2022 River Town Times – 5www.rivertowntimes.com Visit our Artisan Shoppe for unique gifts! 140 RICHMOND AMHERSTBURG (519)736-2826 GALLERY HOURS:OPEN 7 DAYSa week 11am-5pm www.gibsonartgallery.com June 5 –July 9GALLERY HOURS: OPEN 7 DAYS a week 11am-5pm August OPEN THURSDAY THROUGH SUNDAY 11am-5 pm September Visit our website for all our event details. OFF THE WALL, ON THE WALL Featuring artists Stephen Gibb and RobertMacLellan AUGUST 22–SEPTEMBER 18 Closing reception Saturday September 17 1 –4 pm Amherstburg .......... 519-730-1030 Essex ....................... 519-961-9285 LaSalle ................... 519-970-9587 Hearing tests, hearing aids, wax removal Book an appointment online at www.YouHear.ca or call Atkinson vying to be the next deputy mayor County wants more involvement on housing and homelessness issue
Kingsville Councillor Tony Gaffan said “we’re in a really bad region” when it comes to homelessness, noting the con nection with mental health and addic tion. He said county residents want to be home but are often sent to Windsor for treatment and was “terrified of the next five years,” stating divorce rates are up as is drug abuse and addiction.
Essex Mayor Richard Meloche said the county and city are roughly 50-50 in population with the same socio-eco nomic issues. He questioned the data that showed there was only 7.4 per cent homelessness in the county. McNamara also questioned that figure. Goz said the data collection was looked at over the last four years and it remained similar to what was shown in four years ago, call ing on local leaders to take a greater fo cus on the plight of homelessness.
“It’s our tax dollars,” continued Atkin son. “Show us in a simple manner where they have Atkinsongone.”added:
“I don’t think it makes sense to make decisions on money within a 24-hour pe riod,” she said. “I think they should have a fair time frame to make their decisions.”
“We’ve lost almost all of our service clubs. We’ve lost almost all of our parks for kids,” she said. “We have a waterfront town and nowhere for kids to swim.”
6 – River Town Times – Wednesday, August 24, 2022 www.rivertowntimes.com Kearsey running for council to
“You are advocating for everyone in the riding,” she said. “It’s a massive riding.”
By Ron Giofu Tara Kearsey says she enjoys advocating for people, including children, and wants to bring those skills to townKearseycouncil.isseeking the position of councillor in the Oct. 24 election and hopes to bring empathy and advo cacy to the table. She is a former journalist who became a constituency assistant when she moved to the North west Territories to work with MP Dennis Bevington.
advocate for children and families
“That was really when I got my passion for helping,” she said. Her first try at municipal politics came while up north, at the urging of thenNDP leader Jack Layton and Olivia Chow. “They encouraged me to run municipally so I did.”
Kearsey’s time in the Northwest Territory also included being the senior com munications advisor for the Government of Northwest Territories. With her part ner and children, they moved to this area in 2011.
“I started realizing how important community supports are,” she said.
Kearsey also went back to school to study social justice and legal studies, with that having to be put on hold as well. She said that is where she started learning more about leadership and social inequality. Being a voice for people is something she wants bring to the council table, stating her experiences increased her ability to empathize with others, adding she wants to be a servant leader.
“We looked for opportunities to move closer to both of our families,” she said.
“I’m not a politician. I’m not interested in power or building a name for myself,” said Kearsey. “I’m not like some of the other candidates who have long histories or huge business followings.”
Continued on Page 10 Allaire touts green space as key
As a sole parent, Kearsey said she ran a family-oriented campaign during her time in the Northwest Territories, something she finds herself repeating now in Amherstburg.Kearseyoutlined struggles over the past few years, including the mental and physical health of several family members and friends.
Molly Allaire has a young family and also works with seniors and wants to address the needs of all demographics if elected to Amherstburg townAllairecouncil.isrunning for a councillor’s position in the Oct. 24 municipal election and said she was first ap proached about running for council during the de bate over the future of H. Murray Smith Centennial Park and Jack Purdie Park. She lives near the latter park and didn’t like one of the initial concepts for the park that contained a proposal for affordable housing. Allaire started her efforts to oppose any such a move.
Molly Allaire
By Ron Giofu
Continued on Page 10
Tara Kearsey component of council campaign
When talking to the seniors she works with, Allaire added there are those who are also frustrated with the speed of recreational facilities returning to Amher stburg.“Alot of residents want the pool back,” said Allaire. “A lot of people are upset with no basketball or tennis courts.”
Many residents also want a track, she added, noting a new public high school is soon to open and students currently don’t have a nearby track to utilize.
“I see residents walking on half of a track,” said Allaire. “How is this fair?” Allaire describes herself as a “very optimistic and positive” person and wants to help unite the community.
Allaire is a caregiver at Seasons Amherstburg.
“I want my kids to have someplace to play and not get into trouble because they have nothing to do,” said Allaire, who has three children.
Working as a constituency assistant is where she said she fell in love with advocating and getting results for people, Kearsey noted.
“I was really annoyed when they had a part of the park possibly up for sale,” she said. “I made 200 signs to save Jack Purdie Park.” There was also a petition that was circulated to help save the parks, and dur ing that process, Allaire was approached by people to consider a run for town council.While town council approved the visions for the two parks, one that did not end up including any land sales or affordable housing components, she said she has spoken with not only other parents but seniors she works with as well that they are tired of waiting for recreational amenities to return.
“You asked me to come to this munici pality and help fix things,” said the chief. “This needs fixing. The health and safety of your firefighters requires it.” Montone added there is no shower space at Station #3 nor are there separate washrooms.“Ithinkin 2023, that’s unacceptable,” said Montone. “You hired me to address the health and safety needs of your firefighters, and this is a large part of doing that.”
Councillor Marc Renaud added the original reports were for $8 million, adding town hall and its future also has to be considered. He said at least $4 million would be needed to upgrade existing fire halls, adding that it was “not acceptable” not to have showers in one of them.
•11:30
“We are in dire straits,” responded Montone, noting the written report on the council agenda outlines deficiencies from a lack of maintenance for the last 30 years.
L’il WorkshopArtist sponsored by Ron Deneau aRms Bumanlag AM PM
The proposed new fire station “looks far beyond what this municipality needs,” Courtney replied. “We need functionality. We need to be fiscally responsible. We need to get showers, figure that out for sure, these are things that we need. I’m not disputing that. I’m not looking for a pole barn, I’m looking for compromise.”
•3:30
•2:00
“It would give the chief a little more time to get some costs on all the issues that were raised and bring back some possibilities to address the short-term health and safety (issues),” he said.
Sunday
New fire hall tender causes “sticker shock” for members of town council
The current stations are aging, he noted, with Montone stating Station #1 sees water running down the walls and in the bay doors during rainfalls.
“We’re eliminating operating costs in excess of $25,000 a year just for hydro and natural gas,” Montone estimated.
•11:00
55th Annual AUGUST 27 & 28 10
Mayor Aldo DiCarlo said he shared a lot of concerns, saying “we’re operating in a 1950’s timeline and I can appreciate the issues we have, but at the same time, we have a lot of outstanding issues coming up including what is going to happen with this town hall especially if we unload this fire station.”
DiCarlo suggested the deferral to the next term of council.
- 5
Wednesday, August 24, 2022 – River Town Times – 7www.rivertowntimes.com
There is no room to accommodate fulltime staff at Station #1, he added. Courtney added he wasn’t going to support the proposal, saying “it looks very knee-jerk.” He believed the town had a “functioning fire department that’s doing an amazing service to the town” and further stated his opposition was because the estimated cost was far more than what council had budgeted for. Courtney also asked if the fire department could function for the next year or two or whether they were in dire straits.
Acknowledging council asked for this report to come back, Courtney said administration did that but believed it was “a terrible business” move. He said the town needs a building needs assess ment to know what current buildings need. He asked what was done in Essex with their new fire hall at County Road 15.
Courtney’s list of questions also included “is this the opportune time to be building a fire station?” with Montone replying that he has no control over the marketplace but “the experts tell us that prices may stabilize but our experience has been they’re not going down.”
Presented by the Gibson Gallery Come and see the Artists create Live Art! FortThrouhoutMaldenthepark. Aug. 27&28 10 am - 5 pm Check out the site map!
Saturday Entertainment @ Barrack’s Way - 1:30 - Dan Alice - 3:00 - Lauren Baillargeon & Grady Caplan - 4:30 - Sara and Ryan Fontaine Entertainment @ Barrack’s Way - 12:00 - Tim Nolan - 1:30 - Justin Latam - 3:00 - Linda Girard - 4:30 - Tim Logsdon &
•12:30
Friends Admission $5 Children 12 & under free with adult admission www.gibsonartgallery.com
Continued from Page 2
•3:30
McArthur called the fire hall report “a scary report to read” and said $8 million was the figure that was given when council started on the process. He acknowledged the fire department’s case that there would be efficiencies and service levels would remain the same. He believed it made sense at that time but the number in the report didn’t.
Montone suggested a “realistic number” as a cap that the new fire station can be designed around, noting there could be a 20 per cent reduction in the proposed costs that were quoted. “I’m just questioning the logic of building now,” said Councillor Michael Prue. Prue said lumber, cement and steel costs are declining, and asked the implications of waiting a few months, believing the new council “would have a much better idea of the construction costs, where we’re going, what’s likely to happen and could set an upset limit.” Montone said by creating an upset limit and allowing the project to proceed to tender, it would last into the new council term and elected officials could review bids and see what the prices are. The chief cautioned if the project was shelved, “I’m going to suggest we’re going to be starting all over again with a newPruecouncil.”added he was “not comfortable” with the cost figure presented, with Councillor Don McArthur saying he was “very disappointed” as well. “Sticker shock is an understatement,” said McArthur. “So was the recommenda tion that this council on our way out the door take on $12-13 million in debt after last week celebrating all the good work the previous council, under this mayor, and this council has done in reducing debt and not taking on new debt.”
FORT MALDEN NHS Plein Air Contest
•2:00
“Do you think this is fiscally respon sible to proceed with these numbers when we were told you can probably get two stations around the $8 million mark not too long ago, and we were still in a pandemic?” asked Courtney. Montone said the fire master plan, the initial estimates and an “options report” contained figures that were similar to what Courtney pointed out earlier in the meeting.“Thereports made it clear those esti mates were based on those previous builds in 2018 and 2019 dollars,” said Montone. “That was five years ago. What happened to the price of even constructing housing? It’s more than doubled.” In reference to the new Essex station, Montone said “it does not even come close to providing the facilities this station does. This will be our headquarters station.”
“I’m not going to commit a future council to debt,” added McArthur. “I don’t think it’s the right and proper thing to do when people are about to go and knock on doors.” Putting a “pause” on the project makes sense, McArthur added, noting council was fine with the $8 million figure.
“I can’t even tell you the excessive costs to keep the building heated,” he said.
The new station proposed for Middle Side Road to replace the current Station #2, which Montone said will “be for another council and another fire chief to decide,” will not require four bays and likely be downsized to two bays.
8 – River Town Times – Wednesday, August 24, 2022 www.rivertowntimes.com HOP ON THE BUS!CONNECTION ROUTE 605 Coming Soon ~ Service begins September 6th! SMART CARDS, a.k.a. bus passes, are available for purchase at: Town Hall, 271 Sandwich Street South Cash & debit are accepted payment methods only. a m h e r s t b u r g . c a / b u s Cash fares on the bus are accepted: $4.75 ~ exact change required Face coverings are mandatory on all buses Be Aware, look up at every stop If you are able, offer your seat to passengers with visible & non visible disabilities 3 Buses per Day 7 days per week Main Windsor Terminal is Hotel Dieu Grace Healthcare All buses are accessible & have a bike rack. SMART CARDS cannot be altered due to the chip technology embedded in the plastic Each rider requires their own SMART CARD Two fares cannot be paid by one card at the same time. SMART CARD users have up to 2 hours after boarding 1st bus to transfer Smart Cards are reloadable New & replacement cards cost $1
Wednesday, August 24, 2022 – River Town Times – 9www.rivertowntimes.com 519-326-1156 1129 Mersea Road C, LeamingtonNOPAYMENTS!FINANCINGAVAILABLEAugust26th,27th,28thFridayAug.26th:9am-6pmSaturdayAug.27th:9am-4pmSundayAug.28th:11am-3pm 26th,August27th, 28th Friday Aug. 26th: 9am - 6pm Saturday Aug. 27th: 9am - 4pm Sunday Aug. 28th: 11am - 3pm ____________________,__•T.,... • • • Buy this weekend and receive... ✓FREE storage this winter ✓$250 Gas Card View our in-stock inventory online www.sturgeonwoodsrv.comat: • • • • ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION BR #157 281 DALHOUSIEST.,AMHERSTBURGKITCHEN OPEN CHICKENSUNTASTYTUESDAY11AM-5PMSEATINGISLIMITEDFRIDAY2PM-7PMDAYBREAKFAST10AM-1PMWINGSATURD$15AY3PM-UNTILGONEFRIDAY4PMFISHSPECIAL7PM Stay up to date!FollowusonFacebook! WWW.FACEBOOK.COM/RCLBRANCH157 519-736-4485 rclbranch157@cogeco.net For membership information, contact: 05-157@legion.ca HELP YOUR LOCALLEGION! During these unprecidented times,organizationslikeoursare strugglingto continue our daily operations while providing the necessary assistance to our Veteransand their dependants,aswellaspromoting remembranceand communityservice. ANY donations, as well as volunteer help,isalways welcome and appreciated! Please contact theBranchtosee howyou mightbe abletohelp! NEW HOURS MONDAY -CLOSED TUESDAY- 11AM- 7PM WEDNESDAY- CLOSED THURSDAY 11AM- 7PM FRIDAY 11AM- 9PM SATURDAY 11AM- 9PM SUNDAY- 11AM- 7PM (CAESAR BAR ALL DAY) ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION BR #157 281 DALHOUSIEST.,AMHERSTBURGKITCHEN OPEN CHICKENSUNTASTYTUESDAY11AM-5PMSEATINGISLIMITEDFRIDAY2PM-7PMDAYBREAKFAST10AM-1PMWINGSATURD$15AY3PM-UNTILGONE
“There are a lot of different variables,” he said.
“I like the process more than the collecting,” said McLeod, noting he has always liked creating art rather than collecting it. It can take upwards of 60 hours or so to create and paint a model, he added, but noted he does it on the side as his full-time job is as a carpenter.
McLeod added he doesn’t really have an artistic mentor, as he learned a lot of what he knows by teaching himself. “I figured it out on my own,” he said.
Stay up to date!FollowusonFacebook! WWW.FACEBOOK.COM/RCLBRANCH157 519-736-4485 rclbranch157@cogeco.net For membership information, contact: 05-157@legion.ca HELP YOUR LOCALLEGION! During these unprecidented times,organizationslikeoursare strugglingto continue our daily operations while providing the necessary assistance to our Veteransand their dependants,aswellaspromoting remembranceand communityservice. ANY donations, as well as volunteer help,isalways welcome and appreciated! Please contact theBranchtosee howyou mightbe abletohelp! NEW HOURS MONDAY -CLOSED TUESDAY- 11AM- 7PM WEDNESDAY- CLOSED THURSDAY 11AM- 7PM FRIDAY 11AM- 9PM SATURDAY 11AM- 9PM SUNDAY- 11AM- 7PM (CAESAR BAR ALL DAY) MONDAYSBINGO!!!!7:00PM KARAOKEFRIDAYS7:00PM IMPORTANT REMINDER! The private Legion parking lot is for our patrons ONLY! GENERAL MEETING 3RD THURSDAY OF SEPTEMBER -PATIOJUNE OPEN LIVE ENTERTAINMENT Sat. Aug. 27•6-10 pm• Looking Back Sun. Aug. 28•2-6 pm•Mark Chichkan BRANCH AMHERSTBURG157 281 DALHOUSIE ST., AMHERSTBURG TASTY TUESDAYS 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM FISH FRIDAYS (Volunteers are always welcome) 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM ChickenHOECOUNTRYDOWNSATURDAY,SEPTEMBER107:00-11:00PM&RibDinner Tickets $25 per person On Sale until Sept. 10 Sales Representative Market Evaluation Phil519-977-3402Kasurak FREE Amherstburg artist transfers his skills to 3-D modelling and printing
McLeod pointed out he was heavily involved with drawing as a teen and when he got older and started a family, his artwork tapered off. Now that his children are getting older, he has started working on his art again. He currently has five 3-D printers that were funded by those who have ordered his work.
FRIDAY4PMFISHSPECIAL7PM
Local artist Jeremy McLeod has been busy creating 3-D models for customers using his 3-D printers. Pictured here is a Batman statue he created. Submitted photo to complete, adding it was two-feet in height. The two-foot model was worth approximately $1,500 but, on average, he charges $600-$800.
By Ron Giofu Jeremy McLeod has always loved art and has honed his craft, with his skills now being used to create 3-D McLeod’smodels.skills are getting noticed by people around the world through his Facebook and Instagram pages – www.facebook.com/JeremyMcleodArt and www.instagram.com/Jeremy_Mcleod_Art - and the 3-D models are something he enjoys doing. “Since I was a little kid, I’ve been into drawing,” heAroundsaid. 2016, McLeod started 3-D models including Star Wars characters and began to sell them on Ebay. The subject matter expanded to include Marvel and other comic book characters. Customers have reached to McLeod from as far as Hawaii, Germany and“That’sNorway.kind of cool,” said McLeod. “Sometimes it surprises me where they’re from. They are from all over the world, basically.” The amount of time he spends on a model and the amount of money he charges a person depends on how much detail is involved and how large the statue is. A recent customer from Guelph ordered a Spiderman model and that took him three months
“I love the creative process,” said McLeod. “I loved the detailed work involved.” McLeod said he has no collection of his work, as everything he creates gets sold to someone.
“My wife is pretty cool about it as I’m making money with it,” he joked.
Describing herself as an extroverted person, Kearsey said she has spoken with more and more community and church leaders to try and find out what is on peo ple’s minds. “I am very much an advocate and voice for them.”
“I’m here for everyone,” she said. “I want to focus on integrating everyone to gether.Children can learn from seniors but seniors can learn from children as well, she believes.“Wehave a lot to learn from everyone,” said Allaire.
Citing resident frustration with the Belle Vue and Duffy’s project, Allaire also hopes to see some action on those as well. She stated she is not a fan of an ampi theatre at the Duffy’s site, but would rather like to see a place where the public could launch kayaks and canoes. She would also like to see plans for an expanded fishing pier developed.
“Affordable housing is at the top of my list,” she said of her platform. If peole don’t live in dual-income homes, they often can’t afford to buy a home of their own, she stated. Safety of local streets is another issue, stating drivers are becoming more aggres sive and speeding. Safety should be “first and foremost,” she said, hoping there are also more police patrols in residential areas.
Continued from Page 6
you are happy with the status-quo don’t come. But if you have issues and concerns, come and voice them out. Let’s make a plan together to Amherstburgmoveforward. Allaire touts green space as key component of council campaign Kearsey running for council to advocate for children and families
“Anne of Green Gables” tea held at Park House
Kearsey believes children “have kind of been forgotten” and that some decisions have not been made to their benefit. She said children are the most vulnerable population and the leaders of the future.
RTT PHOTOS BY RON GIOFU
Enjoying the event were Felicia Franz, Becky Jenner, Cathie Jenner and Mary Atkinson.
Park House Museum curator Stephanie Pouget-Papak (left) pours a cup of tea for retired curator Valerie Buckie.
Allaire added she understands why there are residents wanting a forensic audit rather than the recent style of audit that was completed. She added there is a lot that still can be done to save money for Amherstburg residents and that she too favours spending tax dollars wisely.
Continued from Page 6
If
The Park House Museum held an “Anne of Green Gables” tea last Saturday afternoon with 30 people buying tickets for the event. It was originally scheduled to be outdoors but was moved to both floors of the museum due to the threat of rain, with the staging area in the basement.
10 – River Town Times – Wednesday, August 24, 2022 www.rivertowntimes.com TOWN HALL MEETING To Meet... Frank DiPasquale Candidate for Council DOWNTOWN ESPRESSO CAFE TUESDAY, AUGUST 30TH 6:00 - 8:00 PM
Noting she grew up in the rural portion of Amherstburg, where her father still farms, Allaire said she is no stranger to hard work. “I want to run and make a difference for the average person and family,” said Allaire. “I believe I’ll do a good job and work really hard. I can only do as much as I can. I’m just an average person trying to help.”
“There are very few crosswalks in neighbourhoods,” she said. Stating “people really benefit from green space,” Kearsey also believes there are not enough play areas in town. Many parents don’t have time to run for council but “something’s got to give” and “parents have to try to make their voices heard.”
The Amherstburg Soccer Club WTFC U14 girls team presented a cheque for $500 to Viki Grado of the WE Care for Kids Foundation last Thursday evening. The money was raised thanks to the “Lemonade Brigade” lemonade stand the team had at the recent ASC “Day of Champions.”
Call
RTT Photo by Ron Giofu
Wednesday, August 24, 2022 – River Town Times – 11www.rivertowntimes.com
Thank you for your continued support of the bottle donations.
The goal behind the “Lemonade Brigade” initiative is to introduce children to fundraising and to help those who aren’t as fortunate as they are. “We want to get kids helping kids,” said Grado. The proceeds raised will help purchase and maintain the necessary equipment that is needed to care for children in local hospitals.
“We want to keep kids in Windsor rather than having them travel up the 401 or go to the U.S.,” said Grado.
SPORTS > LIFE > ANNOUNCEMENTS > CLASSIFIEDS 519535736-8228Sandwich St. S., Amherstburg AUTO • HOME • chris@gibbinsurance.caBUSINESSgibbinsurance.ca
For more information on the WE Care for Kids program or to become involved with the “Lemonade Brigade,” visit www.wecareforkids.org.
Viki Grado, foundation assistant with WE Care for Kids, told the girls prior to last Thursday evening’s practice that all the money they raised will stay local. She said their goal is to keep as many children as possible who need hospital care in Windsor-Essex County.
By Ron Giofu
The Amherstburg Soccer Club WTFC U14 girls soccer team held a lemonade stand at the club’s recent “Day of Champions” and raised a good chunk of change for charity. The U14 girls were part of the “Lemonade Brigade” for the WE Care for Kids Foundation and presented their lemonade stand during the Aug. 7 house league “Day of Champions” event. The money was added up and the $500 they ended up raising was officially presented to the WE Care for Kids Foundation last Thursday evening during a practice at Larry Bauer Park.Deanna Way, whose daughter plays on the team, said she saw the “Lemonade Brigade” posted on social media and thought it would be a great idea for the team to be a part of. “I brought it to the coach and to the kids and they were all for it,” said Way. “I thought it was a nice way for the kids to give back to the community. They really enjoyed giving back.” Way added “it was a fun day for the girls” and they were proud of their accomplishments, including how much money they raised. She added Rennie Rota at the Sobeys grocery store in Amherstburg donated the lemonade that was sold.
FISHSEPT.FIES9OCT.7NOV.4DEC.2
Local soccer team helps out WE Care for Kids Foundation with lemonade stand
Photos courtesy of the Marsh Historical Collection 80 Richmond Street Amherstburg 519-736-9191 • www.marshcollection.org
An Amherstburg baseball team on the grounds of General Amherst High School, late 1940s. Front row (l to r) – Syd Hinch, Ray “Tucker” Spearing, George McCurdy, Ken Laing, Walter Wigle, Bert Peters. Back row- Earl Weller, Alex Callam, David Burck Jr., Bill Aikman, Charles Bennett, Lou Murray, Raymond Brown & Walter Flajnik (batboy). Can you help us narrow down a date for this team photo?
Members of the Amherstburg Soccer Club WTFC U14 girls team held a “Lemonade Brigade” lemonade stand as part of a fundraiser for the WE Care for SubmittedFoundation.Kidsphoto 519-736-5706 Fries 4-6 pm. Call-ins encouraged but not necessary. Mon., Tues., Wed. & Sat. 11 am - 2 pm KITCHEN CLOSED AUG. 29SEPT. 4. SEPTEMBER FISH FRY HAS BEEN POSTPONED FROM THE FIRST FRIDAY OF THE MONTH AND WILL NOW BE HELD ON SEPTEMBER 9 Entertainment by DJ Jake Parlette
KITCHEN OPEN
Memories of Yesterday...
Fish
12 – River Town Times – Wednesday, August 24, 2022 www.rivertowntimes.com 503 Sandwich St. www.YouHear.caS. Bernice McKenzieA. DOCTOR OF AUDIOLOGY, AUDIOLOGIST 519-730-1030AUDIOLOGYCABINETS Life Insurance Disability Critical Illness Long Term Care, Health & Dental, Group, Travel, Business Insurance, RRSP’s, TFSA’s Segregated Funds, GIC s, Estate and Financial Planning Jeremie R Bor nais BA, FIC, CPCA Phone: (519) 736 7983 Email: bornaisinsurance@gmail com www.jeremiebornaisins.com “Successful Planning For Life” INSURANCE & FINANCE Sharron Carr, AMP Mor tgage Agent 519 736 6562 sharron.carr@migroup.ca MORTGAGE SOLUTIONS for All Your Needs! It’s worth a call truly independent advice - I work for you, no fee service , lower than bank posted rates and more! Purchasing 2nd Mortgages Refinancing Debt Consolidation Pre-Approvals Self-Employed FSCO Lic.10428. H.O: 1.877.667.5483 *OAC MORTGAGE SOLUTIONS www.milestonephysiotherapy.ca difference www.milestonephysiothee.ca rapy experience the • New accessiblemodernfacility • More than 23 years of experiencephysiotherapy • Neurological & orthopaedic patient care • Evening hours available difference PHYSIOTHERAPY •New Constr uction •Ser vice Plumbing •Install or Repair Natural Gas •Install/Repair Boilers Steam or Hot Water •Test Backflows •Floor Heat Radiant Panel Residential,Commercial & Industrial Licensed and Insured Mike Heaton Cell: 519 988 5906 2304 County Rd 20, Har row, ON N0R 1G0 Boiler s Plumbing Plus PLUMBING PREFERRED REALTY LTD JOHN HALL SALES REPRESENTATIVE 80 Sandwich St. S., Amherstburg, Ontario N9V 1Z6 Each office independently owned and operated CELL 226.347.8956 OFFICE 519.736.1766 EMAIL CALLJOHNHALL@GMAIL.COM WEB WWW.CALLJOHNHALL.CA Call Hall Today! REAL ESTATE L.CBookkeepingandTaxes AccountingSpecialist SpecializinginCanadianandUSTaxes Amherstburg,ON cavanaugh_laurie@yahoo.com LaurieCavanaugh Owner Call to book an appointment. 519 713-9199 BOOKKEEPING AND TAXES YOUR BUSINESS This Spot Could Be Yours Call Laura 519-736-4175George C o m p u t e r D a t a P r o d u c t s 80 Richmond St., Heritage Plaza •Custom Built Computers •PC Repairs •Upgrades •Laptops •Printers •Networking •PC Peripherals •Office Supplies •Software •Hardware •Cable Internet •DSL •High Speed Rural Wireless Internet Provider Fax: 519 736 5584 www.cdppc.com 5 1 9 - 7 3 6 - 5 5 6 1 COMPUTERS HUBBY FOR HIRE LAWN AND HOME MAINTENANCE Serving Windsor and Essex County • Residential & Commercial Grass Cutting (Insured) • Shrub and Hedge Trimming • Dump Trailer Services • Spring/Fall Yard Cleanup • Aerating (Core Plug) • Leaf cleanup/removal.• Minor Tree Trimming • Compact Tractor Services... mulch dirt stone spreading, gravel dirt stone leveling. JOHN 519-562-7295jdcoyle@hotmail.comCOYLE LAWN CARE Joe Shaw Sales Representative of the Pedler People shawz444@sympatico.ca519.259.2105 33 Years of Experience and Counting Million Dollar Gold Club Member Since 1990 REAL ESTATE Advertise here for only $25.99*per week, plus tax. Call 519-736-4175 for details. (Must run min. 4 weeks*) 102 Murray St. , Amherstburg 519-736-2122 • Fax: 519-736-1406 e-mail: insure@hlhamilton.comAuto•HomeBoat•FarmBUSINESS&COMMERCIAL Call Today for a Quote “Service You Can Trust” INSURANCE PEST CONTROL BEVERLY POWER TRAVEL MANAGER/OWNER 1206 OUELLETTE AVENUE WINDSOR, ONTARIO N8X 1J5 519-256-6744 bevcasa@hotmail.com www.powerbesttravel.ca POWERBEST TRAVEL TRAVEL
YARD SALE MULTI-FAMILY YARD SALE In the backyard behind the apartment buildings beside the Best Little Body Shop, 250 St. Arnaud St., Friday, Aug. 26 & Saturday, Aug. 27. 8:00 a.m.-? DVDs, CD’s, jewellery (stuff to make homemade jewellery, beads and tools), Christmas stuff as well as a tree, books, porcelain dolls, knickknacks, winter tires for a Toyota (16”) in excellent condition too), kitchen stuff and M&M guys and so much more more. Cheap and will make a deal. UNCLEANANSWER
NOTICE – INDEMNITY DEPOSIT REFUND
Marion & Paul Imeson Celebrating 55 Years
An Indemnity Deposit is an amount paid to meet all or a portion of all the cost and expenses of remediating or repairing any damage to County Property or infrastructure, including, but not limited to roads, curbing or municipal drains, caused as a result of the use of such property or infrastructure or as a result of carrying on of construction or demolition or other works on adjacent property.
In order to obtain a refund, you must:
•Obtain a satisfactory Final Inspection from the County of Essex for all work covered by the permit.
Upon satisfying all of the above conditions, a refund will be issued to the permit holder, either by cheque or electronic payment (permit holder to provide adequate banking information).
IN MEMORY DelShaw
Wednesday, August 24, 2022 – River Town Times – 13www.rivertowntimes.com Starting ANNOUNCEMENTat... ADWORD AD $2500$1500 At this time, classifieds are only being accepted by emailing sales@rivertowntimes.com and payment is only being accepted by VISA/MASTERCARD APT FOR RENT CASA BLANCA & BELLA Vista 365-369 Dalhousie. Large, clean, quiet with security entrance. Laundry, patio or balcony, stainless steel appliances, parking. Centrally located to all amenities. Starting at $1395 utilities included. Call to view 519-995-1565. FLOORING & REPAIR TOP NOTCH ENTERPRISES Need new flooring? I do all types of floor. Need your carpet re-stretched? Give me a call. Anthony Johnston 250-961-6773. WANTED TO BUY LOOKING TO BUY Older Gibson or Fender guitar. Call or text 519-567-4446. RENOVATIONS&REPAIRS WITH OVER 30 YEARS of renovation and construction experience I can ensure your project is completed professionally, correctly and with pride. Locally owned & operated. Steve 519-300-0961. FOR SALE PICKLE TIME! Call John at 519-818-6030 to get your jar of homemade pickles. WANTED Collector looking for non-restricted hunting guns. Old, new, rusted. Will pay cash. Phone 519-816-8161
ANSWERSSUDOKU SCRAMBLE
May 26, 1938 - August 26, 2011 has been 11 years since left hearts with love and joy and of so dearly missed by pray
We miss you! It
each
They were married August 26, 1967 and have two daughters, six grandkids and five great-grandkids.
Congratulations mom and dad, we love you very much!
NOTICE HELP WANTED LOOKING FOR A HAIR DRESSER to go to home to do hair weekly. Please call 519-736-4688.
us. You filled our
If you have any questions or need further information, please contact Kristoffer Balallo, Engineering Technologist, at 519-776-6441 x1564.
All indemnity deposits for Setback or Entrance Permits collected by the County prior to December 31, 2020 that remain unclaimed after December 31, 2022 will be forfeited to the County of Essex. To book an inspection, please visit: countyofessex.ca/entrance or countyofessex.ca/setback
you
everyday
your life. You are
all your family and friends. Look down and
•Have obtained a permit from the County of Essex Infrastructure & Planning Services Department and paid an associated Indemnity Deposit prior to December 31, 2020 and have not previously received a refund of that deposit. •Provide proper identification to identify yourself as the permit holder or authorized agent if the permit is in a company name.
for us. Hal, Joe, Lynn, Mike, Jen, your grandchildren and great-grandchildren and all your family....... In Loving Memory MOVING SALE SEPTEMBER 3 & 4 - 818 Front Rd. N., Amherstburg, 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Furniture/household items Deadline for Classified Advertising in the River Town Times is Monday at 12 noon.
Persons holding an outstanding Setback, Entrance or other Permit issued by the County of Essex on or before December 31, 2020 must notify the Infrastructure & Planning Services Department on or before December 31, 2022 if they wish to inquire about a refund of any Indemnity Deposit balance being held. An Indemnity Deposit is usually associated with permits for driveway or other construction on County roads.
CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20 Clear your mind of cobwebs and any other errant thoughts, Capricorn. Right now you need to relax and unwind for a bit, and you’ll feel better after a few days of AQUARIUSrecharging.–Jan21/Feb 18 Aquarius, after many months of asking yourself where you want your life to go, this week you finally have a plan of action to put in motion. Enjoy the ride.
Photo by Fred Groves
By Fred Groves Rain certainly didn’t dampen the spirits of the 136 golfers who took part in this year’s House Youth Centre golf tournament. Held at the Sutton Creek Golf Club, it was the 20th annual event and despite the inclement weather they still hit the links for the fundraiser.
FAMOUS BIRTHDAYS AUGUST 21 - Usain Bolt, Runner (36) AUGUST 22 - Dua Lipa, Singer (27) AUGUST 23 - Seth Curry, Athlete (32) AUGUST 24 - Rupert Grint, Actor (34) AUGUST 25 - Tim Burton, Director (64) AUGUST 26 - John Mulaney, Comic (40) AUGUST 27 - Tom Ford, Designer (61)
The golf tournament held Sunday at Sutton Creek is one of the largest fundrais ers of the year for House Youth Centre and it included a raffle. Shearon has been the program director since July and prior to that she began with the centre when she was 12-years-old.
For more information about the programs offered by the House Youth Centre, call 519-736-6811.
Kicks & Giggles
SCRAMBLEWORD
SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21 Sagittarius, you have long been practical and sensible with your finances. But this week you may be lured by a flashy purchase. If it is in the budget, then let loose.
PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20 Be extra patient and affectionate towards all of your loved ones this week, Pisces. Someone close to you will need your help.
“The commitment level is awesome,” said House Youth Centre program director Morghan Shearon. Founded in 1971 by Father John Ware, the centre offers youth an opportunity to get numerous services to thrive and better themselves.
“He had a vision for the in-between youth,” explained Shearon.
SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, at this point in your life, it is import ant to go with the flow and learn from others with an easygoing approach. Take time to exhale and unwind.
GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, this week is a good opportunity for some serious introspection. Put yourself in other people’s shoes before you render an opinion.
TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, others appreciate your authenticity. Stay true to yourself and you will have no regrets. Encourage others to do the same when they seek your input.
LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23 It is alright to have some doubts when you are trying something new, Leo. Just don’t let those doubts get the better of you and derail your plans.
VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22 Virgo, a public gathering in the near future may attract several people, including some you are interested in meeting. Take the first step and introduce yourself.
ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, take a step back and allow people some room to figure things out. Your offers to help are appreciated and will be accepted in due time.
Now the centre, located inside the Amherstburg Community Hub at 320 Rich mond St., Unit 400 is open for drop-in on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursdays from 3-7 p.m, which includes art therapy. Shearon says one of the challenges that they face on a regular basis is connecting with partners such as mental health ser vices. However, she added that many organizations are beginning to make the trek to Amherstburg to help.
CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22 An important decision is looming, Cancer. Take some time to look inward as your try to decide the best path to take. Don’t hesitate to seek input from people you trust.
CROSSWORD PUZZLE
House Youth Centre volunteer co-ordinator Tyler Cluney (left), board chair Blanche Durocher, and program director Morghan Shearon braved the rain during the early portion of The House Youth Centre golf tournament. Despite the raindrops early, the tournament was still able to proceed.
14 – River Town Times – Wednesday, August 24, 2022 www.rivertowntimes.com ANSWERS ON PAGE 13
Rearrange the letters to spell something pertaining to water quality.
LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 Libra, this week you are likely to feel refreshed and energized. This may pave the way to some new ideas, including a change of scenery or even a new job.
House Youth Centre hosts annual golf tournament
Since its creation 51 years ago, the House Youth Centre has prided itself in its peer mentorship program and while the operational side of the centre has changed dramatically over the past two years, the message to help those beginning in Grade 8 remains the same. “In the past two years we have had a big change. We lost our building and with Covid we had to go on-line.”
Advanced Polls will be equipped with accessible Ballot Marking Devices, which permit the independent casting of ballots by individuals with accessibility needs and those who cannot mark a paper ballot with a ballot marking pen.
person is entitled to be an elector if,
~ ACCLAIMED:
(1
Proxy Vote
School Board Trustees each): Di TOMASSO, Frank Windsor-Essex Catholic District School Board
Wednesday, August 24, 2022 – River Town Times – 15www.rivertowntimes.com OTE Amherstburg2022 NOTICE TO THE ELECTORS OF THE TOWN OF AMHERSTBURG MUNICIPAL ELECTION OCTOBER 24, 2022 Please take notice that a MUNICIPAL ELECTION will be held on Monday October 24, 2022 for the following offices: MAYOR (1 TO BE ELECTED) DEPUTY MAYOR (1 TO BE ELECTED) CERASA, Frank LAFRAMBROISE, John PRUE, Michael ROZANKOVIC, Bob ATKINSON, Nancy GIBB, Chris MOORE, Gregory SANSON, Dennis SHAW, Joe COUNCILLOR (5 to be elected) ALLAIRE, Molly AMLIN, Lawrence (Larry) ANDERSON, Lucas ARGOSELO, Andrew COURTNEY, Peter CRAIN, Linden Di PASQUALE, Frank FRYER, Bill KEARSEY, Tara KRETSCHMANN, Holger McARTHUR, Donald POUGET, Diane RENAUD, Marc SIMONE, Patricia THERIAULT, Gerry WIGHTMAN, Lori Qualifications of Electors reside in the local municipality, or are the owner or tenant of land there, or the spouse of such person; are a Canadian Citizen; are at least eighteen (18) years old; are not prohibited from voting by other legislation
To learn about accessible voting options, visit amherstburg.ca/election or email accessibility@amherstburg.ca.
Town of AdvancedAmherstburgPolls
Valerie Critchley, Clerk & Returning Officer
LECLAIR, Ron SALINITRI, Geri Greater Essex County District School Board DINARD, Serge HEROLD, Owen KOJOK, Badrieh RICHEZ, Emmanuelle Conseil Scolaire Viamond MAROTTE, Didier Conseil Scolaire Catholique Providence School Board Trustees
If you are unable to vote at either the Regular or Advanced Poll, you can appoint a proxy voter. Proxies must be on a prescribed form and certified by the Office of the Clerk. Proxy forms are available by contacting the Clerk’s Office during regular business hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 am-4:30 pm, excluding holidays.
A on Voting Day (October 24, 2022) they: Voter Notification Cards
Arrangements for Advanced Polls have been made for those persons who may not be able to vote on the regular Election Day. The Advanced Polls will be held on Wednesday, October 5, 2022, and Saturday, October 15, 2022, between the hours of 10:00 AM and 8:00 PM. Locations for both are as follows: Libro Credit Union Centre 3295 Meloche Road Amherstburg, Ontario
In late September, you should receive a Voter Notification Card This card will advise you of the location where you vote Please bring this card with you to the poll It will help the Deputy Returning Officer identify you as an elector and speed up the election process If you do not receive a Voter Notification Card, or if the information contained on the card is incorrect, please contact (519) 730 2113, Clerks Office.
The County of Essex (the Approval Authority) has received Application No. 37-T-22008 for approval of a Plan of Subdivision on Part of Lot 23, Concession 2 generally located on the north side of Simcoe Street, east of Pacific Avenue and west of Martin Crescent. The property has a frontage of 90.62 m and a total area of 3.41 hectares.
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 519callor2A5N9VONAmherstburg,South,7360012.
16 – River Town Times – Wednesday, August 24, 2022 www.rivertowntimes.com WED 24 THURS 25 FRI 26 SAT 27 SUN 28 MON 29 1 FRI 2 SUN 4 SUMMER SPLASH CONNECTION Route 605 SAT 3 We are looking for Election Compliance Committee Members! For details amherstburg.ca/ election or 519 736 0012 ( v o l u n t e e r p o s i t i o n ) FREE F i r e t r u c k h o t d o g s g i v e a w a y s , a n d t h e B I G s p l a s h ! 5 1 9 7 3 6 6 5 0 0 5 : 3 0 P M 7 : 3 0 P M B E A U D O I N P A R K Y O U W I L L G E T W E T ! ! ! Music off the back porch 6pm at the Park House Music in the KNYP 3pm Kids Activities at Open Air 12pm 7pm Music in the KNYP 3pm Kids Activities at Open Air 12pm-7pm Yoga in the Park 10am Kids Activities at Open Air 12pm 7pm Music in the KNYP 3pm Storytime 1pm Yoga in the Park 10am Kids Activities at Open Air 12pm 7pm Music in the KNYP 3pm Storytime 1pm Hands on Heritage Tinsmithing at the Park House, 11am 2pm Art By The River Sight Seeing Cruise 1pm KNYP Art By The River Recycle Yard Waste North Zone Yard Waste South Zone We are looking for Municipal Election Personnel & Compliance Committee Members for the Municipal Election! 519 736 0012 or amherstburg ca/election Toddy Jones Park Splash Pad Open till 9pm For information on the 2022 Municipal Election visit amherstburg ca/ Election Building & Planning Libro Centre 3295 Meloche Rd 519 736 5408 Tourism Gordon House 268 Dalhousie St 519-730-1309 Infrastructure /Public Works 512 Sandwich St S 519 736 3664 Recreation Services Libro Centre 3295 Meloche Rd 519 736 5712 Accessibility Advisory Committee Meeting 5:00 p.m. Council Chambers a m h e r s t b u r g . c a / b u s o r 5 1 9 - 7 3 6 - 0 0 1 2 t r a n s i t w i n d s o r . c a o r 5 1 9 9 4 4 4 1 1 1 HOP ON THE BUS! SERVICE BEGINS SEPTEMBER 6! SMART CARDS/ bus passes available at Town Hall Cash or Debit accepted 519-736-0012 • www.amherstburg.ca 271 Sandwich St. South, Amherstburg, Ontario N9V 2A5
The applicant is proposing the creation of 52 semi-detached dwellings on 26 blocks. See Map on back of page for details. The lands are designated Low Density Residential which allows for residential development in the Town’s Official Plan. The County of Essex on August 2, 2022 requested as per Section 51(20) of the Planning Act, that the Town of Amherstburg give notice and hold a public meeting to advise the public that the application for draft Plan of Subdivision is being processed.
NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING FOR A PROPOSED PLAN OF SUBDIVISION
All(MFIPPA).ActPrivacyofProtectionandInformationofFreedomMunicipalthewithaccordanceingatheredbewillInformationitremovetoTowntherequestexpresslyyouunlessrecordpublictheofpartbecomewillreceivedcommunicationsandcommentsIfwriteinformation,yourcollectsTownthehowandwhyaboutmorelearntowantyoutotheTownClerk'sOffice,271SandwichStreet
CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF AMHERSTBURG
If a person or public body does not make oral submissions at a public meeting, or make written submissions to the County of Essex in respect of the proposed plan of subdivision before the approval authority gives or refuses to give approval to the draft plan of subdivision, the person or public body may not be added as a party to the hearing of an appeal before the Local Planning Appeal Tribunal unless, in the opinion of the Tribunal, there are reasonable grounds to do so.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION relating to the proposed Plan of Subdivision is available for inspection at the Town of Amherstburg Municipal Offices at 3295 Meloche Road, during normal office hours, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Dated at the Town of Amherstburg this 24th day of August, 2022. Christopher Aspila, Manager, Planning Services Town of Amherstburg, Libro Centre 3295 Meloche Road, Amherstburg, Ontario N9V 2Y8 Telephone: 519-736-5408; Fax No. 519-736-9859 Website: www.amherstburg.ca
Written submissions in respect to the proposed Plan of Subdivision are to be made to the attention of Mr. Christopher Aspila, Manager, Planning Services, Town of Amherstburg, at the address listed below.
TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the Corporation of the Town of Amherstburg will hold a public meeting Monday, September 12th, 2022 at 4:00 p.m. in the Town of Amherstburg Council Chambers, 271 Sandwich Street South to consider a proposed Plan of Subdivision pursuant to Section 51(20) of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990.
ANY PERSON may attend the public meeting and/or make written or verbal representation either in support of or in opposition to the proposed Plan of Subdivision. Comments and opinions submitted on these matters, including your name may become part of the public record and may be viewed by the general public and may be published in a planning report or reproduced in a Town of Amherstburg Council agenda and/or minutes. A Planning Report prepared by staff will be presented to Council at the public meeting. Written or verbal submissions from the public at this meeting will become part of the file to be forwarded to the County of Essex, the approval authority for plans of subdivision.
If a person or public body does not make oral submissions at a public meeting, or make written submissions to the County of Essex in respect of the proposed plan of subdivision before the approval authority gives or refuses to give approval to the draft plan of subdivision, the person or public body is not entitled to appeal the decision of the County of Essex to the Local Planning Appeal Tribunal.
For more information about this matter, including the information about preserving your appeal rights, contact the Manager, Planning Services, County of Essex, 360 Fairview Avenue West, Essex, ON, N8M1Y6, indicating the County of Essex file number, 37-T-22003.
