Jovanovski Golf Classic raises $165,000 for three causes
By Ron Giofu
A sold-out field of golfers hit the links at Pointe West Golf Club for the Ed Jovanovski Charity Golf Classic all to raise money for a trio of charities.
The tournament, held last Friday, saw proceeds split between the Hospice of Windsor-Essex County, the Alzheimer Society of Windsor- Essex and the Princess Margaret Cancer Centre for breast cancer research.
The tournament was in its sixth year and Jovanovski, the former Windsor Spitfire and NHL defenseman, said he was happy with the turnout and those who worked to present the event.
“I can’t say enough about what the group does,” said Jovanovski. “It’s a lot of work and a lot of planning.”
Jovanovski said they raised about $150,000 last year and they were looking to match or top it this year. They ended up doing that as the tournament raised $165,000 in 2024, with $55,000 to go to each of the three organizations.
“We’re trying to raise as much money as we can for a few great causes,” said Jovanovski.
Jovanovski and his family have personal connections to the causes chosen but he noted “everyone is affected by something” and they wanted to do their part to give back.
“They are very near and dear to us,” he said, of the three charities chosen.
The funds couldn’t be raised without a lot of local support, Jovanovski added, and also pointed out several friends from Florida also came up for the golf tournament.
Former NHL players were also on hand last Friday, with Zack Kassian and Todd Bertuzzi being among the
144 golfers that headed out last Friday morning.
“It’s always good to come back and see family and friends and visit my mom,” said Jovanovski. “It’s always nice to come home. It’s nice to get back and see everyone.”
Jovanovski added: “I’m thrilled. I think that everything has been a huge success. Sometimes it’s tough yearafter-year to look for support from the same people. We haven’t had any trouble.”
Organizers have appreciated the support they have and also thanked
Pointe West for hosting the tournament again this year.
Scott Elliott, a member of the organizing committee, said they had new events planned on the course to keep things fresh for everyone. He said the tournament raised over $560,000 in its first five years.
“We’re hoping to add to that success,” he said. “It’s a big event and a big day.”
Of the 144 golfers, there were some new faces but many returning players as well.
“As soon as one tournament is done,
they are already booking for the next one,” said Elliott, who worked with Deni Jovanovski, Andrea Sikora, Kendra Elliott and Mike Bezzoubkin to organize the event.
Jovanovski, a Windsor native, played for 18 seasons in the NHL after playing for the Spitfires. He started and finished his NHL career with the Florida Panthers, who picked him first overall in the 1994 NHL Draft, and he had stops in Vancouver and Phoenix along the way. He played 1,128 NHL games with 137 goals, 363 assists for 500 points and 1,491 penalty minutes.
The sixth annual Ed Jovanovski Golf Classic raised $55,000 each for three charitiable causes last Friday. Helping to organize the tournament were (from left) Scott Elliott, Kendall Elliott, Mike Bezzoubkin, Ed Jovanovski, Andrea Sikora and Deni Jovanovski.
Bike rodeo teaches children about safety on two wheels
By Ron Giofu
The Amherstburg Bike Rodeo made its return on Sunday with young riders picking up a few safety tips along the way.
The Windsor Police Service – Amherstburg Detachment and Families First Funeral Home presented the bike rodeo with numerous community partners, service clubs and business on hand to support the event. Sponsors included the Rotary Club of Amherstburg, Sobeys, Rob & Tina’s No Frills, Wigle’s Home Hardware, the Richmond Popcorn Co., Game Gear Attire, Little Buddies Daycare, the Amherstburg Fire Department, Bright Child Montessori, the WindsorEssex Bike Community (WEBC), Flow Cafe & Bikes, the
Blonde Coach Bar, Amherstburg Chevrolet Buick GMC and the Town of Amherstburg. A local Corvette club was also on hand with CKBG 107.9 broadcasting from the event.
“It’s a safety event,” said Const. Nick Dupuis, the local community service officer. “It’s about teaching kids bike safety. It’s also a fun event. It’s a fun event with safety tips so it’s a win-win.”
There was a small cycling trail for children with officers and auxiliary police on hand to guide children through it safety.
Dupuis said bike rodeos have been a tradition in Amherstburg, dating back to when it was at H. Murray Smith Centennial Park. He noted the partnership with Families First and that “it’s grown over the years.”
There were over 80 children registered, Dupuis noted, but he expected about 150 before it was over with other kids expected to stop in during the three-hour event.
“This is our bike safety day in Amherstburg,” said
Jennifer Wells, marketing manager with Families First.
Wells said that it has now come back for the last several years in partnership with police, with the funeral home opening its Amherstburg location in 2015. He said the goal is to give back to the community, give children safety tips and ensure their helmets are fitting properly.
“We thought this would be a great way to bring the community together to talk about bike safety and make it fun,” she said.
BMX rider Eric Favot performed tricks for the children while the other groups also offered services, barbecues and games.
“Everyone donated their services today,” she said. “Everyone is trying to support the community.”
Wells added they anticipate keeping the bike rodeo an annual event in partnership with the Windsor Police Service – Amherstburg Detachment.
“Nick has been a pleasure to deal with,” she said.
Bryerswood Youth Camp gets new indoor lighting thanks to grant
By Fred Groves
The future is looking a lot brighter these days at the Bryerswood Youth Camp Optimist Club (BYCOC) on Texas Road.
Recently the camp took advantage of and cashed in on a “Save on Energy” grant which allowed them to replace outdated fluorescent light bulbs in part of its main building known as the Lodge.
“We applied to the Save on Energy program and they are here doing it,” said BYCOC vice president Cathy Robertson last Tuesday morning. “The regular bulbs are being replaced with Led bulbs. It will be better for the environment and take less energy.”
The program is designed to make equipment improvements to reduce energy consumption and while the club had to pay some of the replacement costs
Carrie
Soto Is Back
by Taylor Jenkins Reid
themselves, most of it was covered under the program.
According to technician Petro Zakharchyshyn, who was doing the work last week, some of the ballasts had to be replaced as well.
“Our company (Ellis Don) gives a warranty of one year. These should be good for 50,000 working hours.”
The Bryerswood Youth Camp is providing a lot of summer fun so far and on average about 40 young campers per day. Registration is expected to be about 350 total which is doubled from a year ago. A couple of the new cabins are ready for overnight accommodation.
According to Robertson, the Optimist Club is hosting a mid-summer fundraiser to help with accessibility renovations in the Activity Centre. That is being held Wednesday, July 31 at the GL Heritage Brewery.
There will be food, entertainment and a silent auction. Tickets are $40. Tickets are available through EventBrite.
Book Review
With Challengers excelling in the box office, tennis is bound to be all the rage this summer, right? Well, if you’re looking for another dramatic story surrounding the impassioned sport, Carrie Soto Is Back might be for you. Thirty-seven year old Carrie “Battle-Axe” Soto comes out of retirement to reclaim a title that has been taken from her, trying to prove that she was, is, and always will be the greatest tennis player to ever live. Along the way she trains with a man from her past who also has something to prove before hanging up his racket for good.
The Monster at the End of this Book
by Jon Stone
Little Golden Books were everywhere and often the main source of literature for kids born in the 70s and 80s, and their rerelease and return is an absolute pleasure for those of us who experienced them the first time around. This Little Golden Book was a bedtime favourite for so many families, and now Grover is back to entertain a whole new generation of kids. If you are looking for a little nostalgia in your bedtime reading with your children or grandchildren, come pick up this little Sesame Street gem.
Review by Taylor, Bookseller at River Bookshop
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Livia Helferty gets help going over a ramp from Windsor police auxiliary members Shaun Ronson and Denise Pelaccia.
Const. James Legaspi helps Grace Garneau through the course.
BMX rider Eric Favot jumps over Dave Doherty as one of the tricks he performed at Sunday's bike rodeo.
Technician Petro Zakharchyshyn, (left) and Bryerswood Camp Optimist Club vice president Cathy Robertson show one of the new bulbs installed inside the Texas Road camp's lodge building. BYCOC received a Save on Energy grant for the work.
Council members look for help with regards to water plant costs
By Ron Giofu
Amherstburg needs help with offsetting costs for the upgrade and expansion of such infrastructure as the water treatment plant, say council members, and are wanting to see what can be done.
Councillor Peter Courtney referenced two reports town council received regarding the water treatment plant and the engineering works needed for its expansion. He noted the town needs help from upper levels of government to pay for such big ticket items.
Courtney said Amherstburg is a standalone municipality that pays for its own water and wastewater facilities. Many other surrounding municipalities combine resources and split costs on new and upgraded infrastructure, he noted.
With the potential to expand the plant and the costs that are forthcoming with that, Courtney asked if there was anything town council could do to ramp up pressure or make upper levels of government more aware of the town’s situation.
“More homes, more choice, more build requires more water, requires more infrastructure, requires all of these things and can put a small municipality like ours into a real financial pickle,” said Courtney.
The town needs help, he said, as there is aging infrastructure in Amherstburg.
“What can we do as a municipality?” he asked. “I haven’t gotten an answer yet. I asked previous administration in my first term on council - $30 million, where is that going to come from? That’s just for water. We have wastewater and we pay all these levies to facilitate the maintenance of it and they’re off the charts because we can’t share costs.”
Courtney said the issue is clean water, which is a necessity.
CAO Valerie Critchley said Courtney
made good points as more homes and more development requires more infrastructure.
“That is certainly a message all municipalities have been making loud and clear through delegations at ROMA, through delegations at AMO (Association of Municipalities of Ontario) and particularly to the Ministry of Infrastructure,” said Critchley.
There has been some success achieved as a group with AMO doing advocacy work with the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) also working on it at the federal level to try and get more infrastructure funding.
The Canada Community Benefit Fund is continuing, she added, with AMO entering to an agreement with the province to continue OCIF funding.
“We keep doing that advocacy, as does AMO, as does other municipalities,” she said.
Critchley said programs have opened up and the Town of Amherstburg is seeking grant funding through them, but cautioned Amherstburg isn’t the only municipality applying.
“Almost every other municipality in the province is doing it so it’s competitive,” said Critchley.
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Advocacy has to continue and Amherstburg does it as much as possible, the CAO added.
Courtney reiterated other municipalities share water treatment facilities while 23,000 people in Amherstburg pay for the plant here.
“To me, it should be priority,” said Courtney. “We’re at a crossroads here. Something has to happen. Taxation dollars isn’t going to get it done, realistically. Whatever (administration) needs from us, I’ll put motions forward. Whatever you need. We have to advocate for sure. This is getting scary.”
One of the two reports was for authorizing administration to execute an agreement with Stantec Consulting for a Class Environmental Assessment (EA) for a total amount not to exceed $302,227.20 (net HST included). That would be for plant expansion. Critchley said that EA would be helpful because when grant dollars are released, upper
levels of government look for shovelready projects. By having the EA work done, it would help in the town’s advocacy efforts, she added.
Councillor Diane Pouget asked if information like Amherstburg not being able to share water plant costs would aid in grant efforts, with Critchley stating any information that could give the town a leg up would be useful. The CAO noted she is not sure the information would be taken into consideration “but we would certainly highlight it.”
During a report on the EA report earlier in the meeting, Courtney also hoped for grant funding, believing the end result will cost “massive amounts of money.” Manager of engineering Todd Hewitt said if the plant is at 90 per cent capacity by 2025, the town has to be in a position to try and start preparing for the eventuality of getting to 100 per cent. Moving with the EA now prepares for the eventuality of 90 per cent, he said.
“We have received dire warnings that could result in stopping further development and ordering water usage restrictions and watering bans,” said Pouget. “Why the delay? The study won’t be completed until Nov. 2025 so that’s a little more than a year from now. Why didn’t we start the RFP process almost immediately after we approved the budget?”
Hewitt said options were considered with respect to the RFP and administration believed it is best to go with Stantec as they have the experience with the water treatment plant and water tower.
“We have no other choice. We have to move fast on this,” said Pouget.
Members of town council are looking for ways to assist in getting funding from upper levels of government relating to work needed at the Amherstburg water treatment plant.
Safety exercises at Seasons
Seasons Amherstburg has been busy recently thanks to some safety-related events. About 49 members of the Amherstburg Fire Department (above) attended last week for a pre-planning training session and appreciation barbecue. Windsor Police Service - Amherstburg Detachment Const. Nick Dupuis also turned out last week where he made presenations to the residents on elder abuse and fraud prevention. Dupuis also took the time to meet and chat with the residents and have his photo taken with some of them following the presentation (right).
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Resident makes suggestion on how to control phragmites in area
I see where the town is looking for a regional phragmites control program. This phragmites can be controlled by simply using a bush hog to mulch
and destroy the seeds before they take hold. It is like any other weed, kill them before the seeds grow and spread! It was discussed with a present
engineer, which will be nameless. Common sense, stop the spreading by killing the seeds!
Let’s try and save our town some money!
—Mary Ann Desrochers Amherstburg
Mission thankful for the $15,000 raised in recent golf tournament
At the Amherstburg Food and Fellowship Mission, our first priority is to relieve poverty in our area by providing free meals and fellowship to those residents that may be economically disadvantaged. On June 29, 2024, we hosted our 14th annual golf tournament in the hopes of raising enough money to accomplish this goal. Local residents and businesses did not disappoint, and the golf tournament brought in a record-breaking amount of donations for the Mission.
We raised approximately $15,000, and of that, 100 per cent will go directly to costs associated with running the Mission and feeding our residents since the Mission has no paid staff.
We struggled at the beginning of our campaign to get a presenting sponsor but once we put out a public plea, Centerline quickly answered the call then Integrity followed as an added bonus.
We had media sponsors - River Town Times, CKRT, and Families First - step
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up to help us with advertising and printing costs and many businesses provided raffle prizes, as well as hole and foursome sponsorships. To all of you, we want you to know that we appreciate you, we thank you, we couldn’t do it without you!
Even though we were rained out again this year, we were able to have the dinner and raffle portion of the event and really enjoyed the time of fellowship and the delicious meal put on by Coachwood Golf Club.
On behalf of the president, board of directors and volunteers of Amherstburg Food and Fellowship Mission, we thank all those who attended, volunteered and sponsored the golf tournament for their unwavering support and we hope the farmers benefited from the much-needed rain!
—Tim McAllister President Amherstburg Food and Fellowship Mission
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Inaugural Amherstburg Mind, Body, & Soul event coming July 19-20
By Ron Giofu
A festival promoting sports, health and wellness is coming to the Libro Centre July 19-20.
The Amherstburg Mind, Body and Soul event runs both of those days and is being organized by a volunteer group of residents and recreational group leaders. Organizers include Amherstburg Soccer Club president Nick Cacciato, the event’s founder, Wren Dosant of the Valiants Basketball Club and Linda DiPasquale from the Amherstburg Pickleball Association.
In addition to those organizations, the Mind, Body, Soul event was developed in partnership with the WindsorEssex Bike Community (WEBC), Windsor Ultimate Frisbee and the Miracle League of Amherstburg. The two-day festival is a fundraiser for the latter.
“Nick had the vision to bring multiple organizations together to promote healthy, active living,” said DiPasquale. “We could not help getting on board with our respective organizations.”
Cacciato said he has always wanted to help organizations come together and now was a good time to do it.
“This festival is a testament to the power of collaboration and community engagement,” he said. “By joining forces with our local sports and recreation organizations, we aim to amplify our impact and inspire even more individuals to embrace a healthy and active lifestyle.”
The event will feature a range of activities and attractions such as soccer tournaments, pickleball tournaments, frisbee tournaments, basketball and soccer skills
competitions, bicycle demonstrations and clinics, free yoga and Zumba classes, martial arts demonstrations, dance demonstrations and interactive event by the Rivertown Dance Academy, a painting workshop, a pottery demonstration, a youth chess tournaments, kids co-operative and competitive games, interactive guided juggling and plate spinning for kids five and up, and a movie at the conclusion of the event. The movie will be outdoors, weather permitting, Saturday at 9 p.m.
There will also be a special Miracle League of Amherstburg game Saturday morning starting at 9:45 a.m. There will be food available at the event as the volunteer organizing committee is working with Tim Stanley of M&M Concessions.
“He has been so accommodating,” added DiPasquale.
While there is no entrance fee to enter the Libro Centre
for the Amherstburg Mind, Body and Soul event, there may be fees for certain activities. More information on the event is at www.aburgmindbodysoul.com.
Sponsors include the Amherstburg Soccer Club, Unifor Local 444, Team D’Alimonte Real Estate, the St. Clair College Alumni Association, and Capelli Sport.
Some events are filling up fast while others still have room for participants.
DiPasquale said there are a number of vendors scheduled to be there with a focus on well-being and good mental health. Dosant added the town’s parks and recreation department have been excellent to work with and have helped the independent volunteer committee with planning.
“We are excited to unite with our fellow organizations in our shared mission to promote healthy living, well-being, and community building, through sport and recreation,” added DiPasquale.
“Together, we can inspire positive change and empower our community to prioritize their physical and mental well-being,” added Ryan Henderson of WindsorEssex Bike Community.
“It’s an easy win-win situation. While participating in a fun, healthy event for yourself, you are helping and engaging with a lot of the community,” added Dan Allaire of Windsor Ultimate Frisbee.
Dosant added they are looking to continue to build on the event in future years.
“We’re hoping to build this every year,” said Dosant. “This is the starting point.”
Amherstburg Art Crawl returns this weekend, capped with WSO show
By Ron Giofu
The Amherstburg Art Crawl is returning as a two-day event this weekend with two days of events.
The Art Crawl runs both Saturday and Sunday with the title sponsor being Everjonge Homes. Sawyer Everjonge said it was an easy decision for the family-run business to get involved. He said the home builders have been working in Amherstburg for roughly 30 years.
Everjonge Homes partnered in the past with Art Windsor-Essex (AWE) and found it an easy transition to sponsor the Amherstburg Art Crawl.
“It was an easy sell,” said Everjonge. “We obviously love Amherstburg.”
The involvement in an event such as the Art Crawl is beneficial to the business as well, he added. If a town has more events and more charm, the more likely people are to locate there, he believes.
The event is being organized by the Amherstburg Art Society with member Richard Peddie stating they are pleased with the partnership with Everjonge Homes. He said he chatted with Everjonge about “making Amherstburg even better” and it went from there.
“It helps them sell homes and helps them do well,” he said.
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The Amherstburg Art Crawl runs this Saturday and Sunday from 12-4 p.m. both days.
The Amherstburg Art Crawl will feature many different styles of art and features many local groups as well. Christ Anglican Church is on the tour this year, including the free use of the Ramsay St. church’s parking lot, with other local churches and groups looking to get involved.
“It’s not going to be difficult to make it bigger,” predicted Peddie.
Saturday events feature art crawls starting at 12 noon and 2 p.m., starting in the “Art Alley” on Ramsay St. and Hotel STRY respectively. Other events include children’s mural unveilings, a performance from the Rivertown Dance Academy, art lessons by AWE on Murray St., and an opportunity to meet ten local authors in the River Bookshop’s “Hole in the Wall.” Sunday’s festivities feature another Rivertown Dance Academy performance, another art crawl starting at Hotel STRY at 1 p.m., kids puzzle contests, a chance to meet local artists, art lessons, musical performances and capped by the Windsor Symphony Orchestra (WSO) brass quintet concert between 3-4 p.m. (weather permitting) in King’s Navy Yard Park. For more information on schedules and art crawl routes, visit www.artamherstburg.ca. The Amherstburg Art Crawl runs from 12-4 p.m. both days.
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The first-ever Amherstburg Mind, Body & Soul festival will be held at the Libro Centre this Friday and Saturday.
Chicken Farmers of Ontario delivers free lunch to local seniors
By Ron Giofu
Local seniors and a few dignitaries got a free lunch last week thanks to the Chicken Farmers of Ontario (CFO).
The CFO and area chicken farmers offered the free lunch in partnership with the Amherstburg Food Bank, the latter of which operates under the umbrella of Amherstburg Community Services (ACS). The donation of chicken was made by the CFO through its “CFO Cares: Farmers to Food Banks” program and was offered last Thursday at ACS’ “Feast with Friends” congregate luncheon.
Essex MP Chris Lewis thanked the volunteers for making the luncheon as well as the other ACS programming happen. According to Lewis, two million people across Canada visit food banks per month and that will grow to three million people per month next year.
Lewis thanked the CFO for “putting food in the mouths of seniors, little ones and everyone in between.” He added while governments can do a lot, people working in grassroots efforts can do a lot too.
“It fills my heart with a lot of joy knowing people care,” Lewis stated.
Essex MPP Anthony Leardi also thanked the CFO as well as the more than 1,300 family-run chicken farms in Ontario “for continuing to provide Ontario with some of the most delicious and nutritious food, in one of the safest food supply chains in the world.”
“The Government of Ontario is pleased to continue supporting our chicken farmers through supply
management and risk management programs,” Leardi stated. “We are also pleased to support community organizations such as Amherstburg Community Services, who provide food to people in need. Regulations that were passed years ago should not have applied to charitable organizations such as Amherstburg Community Services. In 2020, our government changed those regulations, making it easier for community organizations to provide food to people in need.”
Essex Mayor Sherry Bondy thanked the CFO for its donation and also had thanks for volunteers for their work to
feed people and aid them in other ways. She said the volunteers are assisting to provide food security to people and ensuring they are getting fed.
Amherstburg Mayor Michael Prue thanked the CFO for not only what it did for Amherstburg residents, but for people across the province.
“It is a momentous task that everyone does to feed us all,” said Prue.
Prue, wearing a chicken-themed tie given to him by the CFO when he was a member of the Ontario Legislature, said the CFO shows “unwavering dedication” in this area and around Ontario.
“Since May 2022, Windsor-Essex
County have been the direct beneficiaries of over 32,400 meals to local food banks,” he said.
Brian Lewis, a CFO board director for District 3, noted the CFO Cares: Farmers to Food Banks program has given over one million meals per year to local food banks since 2015.
“It’s been a very successful program, a wonderful program,” he said. “We like to do what we can. It’s farmers giving back. It’s nice when farmers do that.”
Brian Lewis added proteins, like chicken, are among the most needed items at area food banks “and we want to ensure that Ontario communities and food banks have a steady supply of safe, healthy, locally grown chicken.” He added the CFO was “thrilled” to provide the lunch at the “Feast with Friends” senior lunch.
ACS executive director Kathy DiBartolomeo said they try to put chicken in food baskets as often as they can for people, noting monetary donations often help with that. She said ACS offers over 25 services out of their offices at 320 Richmond St., with the food bank being one of them as of 2020. She added they also offer Meals on Wheels and the congregate dining meals for seniors.
The CFO also announced last Thursday that they had made a donation of nearly 1,800 kilograms of chicken throughout 2024 to the UHC – Hub of Opportunities. That donation, also through the CFO Cares: Farmers to Food Banks program, will help provide over 16,000 meals for families and individuals.
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Supporting the CFO’s chicken dinner at ACS were (top row, from left): CFO board director Brian Lewis, Essex Mayor Sherry Bondy, Essex MP Chris Lewis, Amherstburg Mayor Michael Prue, chicken farmer Marty Dame. Front row (from left): Councillor Molly Allaire, Emily Dame, Anne Dame, Essex MPP Anthony Leardi and Amherstburg Community Services executive director Kathy DiBartolomeo.
Rotary Club awards scholarships, welcomes new members
By Ron Giofu
The Rotary Club of Amherstburg met two scholarship recipients and welcomed two members to its ranks at its most recent meeting.
The local Rotary Club awards two scholarships annually to graduating high school students.
The Hazen Price Memorial Scholarship is awarded every year to a graduating high school student who excels in a field of science as well as contributes to the overall wellness of their high school community or the town. The financial reward is named for Hazen Price, who joined the Rotary Club of Amherstburg in Nov. 1948 and remained a Rotarian until he died in Dec. 2022.
The June (Roadhouse) Paisley Memorial Scholarship is awarded annually to a graduating North Star High
School student “who has achieved academic standards, gives back to the community, and participates in sports and demonstrates a financial need.” It is named for June Paisley, who attended General Amherst High School between 1939-42, served in World War II, participated in sports and enjoyed giving back to the community. Her daughter Sandra is a current Rotarian.
Recent North Star graduates Addyson Walker and Daniel Rufo were at the meeting with Walker being the Hazen Price scholarship recipient and Rufo the June (Roadhouse) Paisley recipient. Walker said she has always wanted to work in medicine and medical research. She saw the chance to apply for the scholarship online and made sure she did so. Walker is headed to Wayne State University in Michigan and their large medical campus was an attraction for her
as she goes there for neuroscience. It will take eight years to become a full medical doctor, she added.
Rufo said the scholarship means a lot, noting his parents have three children in post-secondary education as his twin brother will be going to St. Clair College while his sister goes to Western University in London.
“They work very hard but it’s hard to pay for three kids in university,” said Rufo, who will be studying business at the University of Windsor.
Rufo added he has been working for four years and also invested in the stock market. His first stock purchase made a profit for him, and that fueled his passion for business.
Sally Holden and Wanda Lawhead became members of the Rotary Club of Amherstburg, being inducted and welcomed by incoming president Jeremy Warnock. Holden is not new to Rotary, being a Rotarian in Halifax for 27 years before recently moving to Amherstburg.
Holden became a member of the Rotary-affiliated Interact Club in Halifax in 1990 before becoming a full Rotarian in 1997. She said she and her husband are looking to retire and they wanted to pick a community that had a Rotary Club.
“I like that there is a lot going on,” she said, of why she joined the Amherstburg club. “There’s lots of hands-on work and sweat equity.”
Holden believes the local club is active and that attracted her to it.
Lawhead had been a Rotarian before and said now is the time to come back to it.
“I knew I had to be back,” she said. “I’m looking forward to taking part in all of the activities again.”
Serving the community is important to her, said Lawhead, and thinks Rotary is a good way to do that.
“It’s been my whole life,” said Lawhead. “What better way to do that than being a member of the Rotary Club of Amherstburg?”
Daniel Rufo (second from left) earned the June (Roadhouse) Paisley Scholarship while Addyson Walker (second from right) earned the Hazen Price Memorial Scholarship. At left is Rotarian Sandra Paisley while incoming Rotary Club of Amherstburg president Jeremy Warnock is on the right.
New Rotary Club president Jeremy Warnock puts the Rotary pin on Wanda Lawhead.
Sally Holden was welcomed to the Rotary Club of Amherstburg by Jeremy Warnock.
Kicks & Giggles
CROSSWORD PUZZLE
New officer in charge of Windsor Police Service - Amherstburg Detachment
By Ron Giofu
There is a new team leader at the Windsor Police Service – Amherstburg Detachment.
ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20
Secrets that have been troubling you may come to a head this week, Aries. Try not to let your emotions get the best of you right now; otherwise, relationships could be damaged.
TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21
Taurus, your mind is all shaken up right now, so it should come as no surprise that you are distracted. The days ahead should see things settle down and you’ll be able to refocus.
GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21
This week is likely to be fairly quiet for you, Gemini. You may have to drum up your own excitement. Start looking at event calendars or live music venues for a distraction.
CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22
Cancer, use this week to think about your professional future. Many ideas are coming together and you just have to pick the route you would like to travel at this point.
LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23
There is little time for daydreaming right now, Leo. Things will come at you at a fast and furious pace and you might have to scramble to keep up. Keep your wits about you.
VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22
Virgo, you may feel like you are being hit with many obstacles from all directions. You might need to give yourself more time to devote to all of the tasks you take on. Ask for help if you need it.
LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23
Do not expect people to follow you blindly, Libra. You will have to give them reason to follow you and come around to your way of thinking.
SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22
Scorpio, with so much going on around you, and after juggling various projects, concentrating can be very challenging. However, you must get your head in the game or risk mistakes.
SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21
Life isn’t a spectator sport, Sagittarius. To really feel you are experiencing all you can right now, you must get right in the middle of the action. Friends can lead the way.
CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20
The path you are supposed to take is finally coming into focus, Capricorn. Your excitement will only increase as you start making plans for the future. Share your joy with others.
AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18
You don’t need to completely reinvent yourself to make a change, Aquarius. Even small modification can make a big impact in the long run. Start gradually and build up.
PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20
Even though there is a challenging prospect on the horizon, you have all of the information you need to start navigating this new stage in your life, Pisces.
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Staff Sgt. Bryan Hayes is the new officer in charge of the detachment, having taken over from Staff Sgt. Brian Caffarena in late June. Caffarena had been with the Amherstburg Detachment since Oct. 2022 and is now in a leadership role with Windsor police city centre patrol.
“I got transferred out here June 23,” said Hayes. “Prior to the transfer, I was the patrol staff sergeant working out of HQ downtown.”
In that role, Hayes oversaw a platoon of over 50 frontline police officers and ran it when that platoon was on duty.
“Coming out here, I oversee all operations for all four platoons of officers and day-to-day operations of the detachment,” said Hayes.
A 20-year veteran of the Windsor Police Service, Hayes’ background includes positions in patrol, investigations and training. He said the transfer was a chief’s appointment and came out of the blue, but said he’s happy to be here. It came as a result of some shuffling of roles in Windsor with Caffarena heading back downtown.
Hayes is originally from Amherstburg and still lives in town. He said he is excited to work in his hometown.
“This community is very important to me, and I will ensure that the citizens continue to receive the high standard of policing that they expect and deserve,” said Hayes.
Things are “so far, so good” for Hayes in his new role in Amherstburg. He said that the town is very important to him and it is pleasure and privilege to work in Amherstburg.
Hayes was promoted to the rank of Staff Sergeant in Dec. 2023. Hayes said he wants to “maintain the level of enforcement that the citizens expect,” as well as promote community engagement for
the officers. He wants the detachment to “constantly engage in the community” and that includes himself. Hayes plans on being active in Amherstburg, listing the Miracle League of Amherstburg as something he plans on getting involved in.
Officer accountability is another priority Hayes listed.
Prior to getting into policing, Hayes has worked with Community Living Essex County while as a university student and has also coached youth sports including soccer and hockey over the years.
“Given his extensive experience and expertise, Staff Sgt. Hayes is a natural fit to take this particular leadership role at our Amherstburg Detachment,” said Windsor Police Chief Jason Bellaire, in a post to Windsor police’s social media sites. “I also want to recognize and thank our outgoing Amherstburg Detachment commander, Staff Sgt. Caffarena, for his tremendous leadership and dedication to our community.”
Staff Sgt. Bryan Hayes is the new team lead of the Windsor Police Service - Amherstburg Detachment. He takes over from Staff Sgt. Brian Caffarena, who is now in a leadership position with Windsor police’s city centre patrol.
Community Living Essex County holds Charity Golf Classic
By Ron Giofu
Programming for those with intellectual disabilities was helped with funding thanks to over 100 golfers who hit the links last Thursday.
Community Living Essex County (CLEC) presented its 32nd annual Charity Golf Classic last Thursday at Sutton Creek Golf Club in McGregor.
The event also featured the “Municipal Cup,” a trophy awarded to the municipality with the lowest score.
While the golf course was wet due to rain the previous day, the sky cleared up and the sun came out for the tournament.
“It was absolutely incredible,” said Tony DeSantis, CLEC’s manager of community relations and resource development. “The weather co-operated. Mother Nature gave us a bit of a break after what happened the last few days.”
There were 116 golfers this year, the same number as 2023, but DeSantis pointed out the sponsorships and donations were up this year.
“We had a lot more community support than we’ve ever seen in the past,” he said.
Proceeds from the golf tournament helps with programming that supports families with school-aged children and teens in the summer months. Such
supports include summer camps, recreation and leisure activities.
“We obviously appreciate the financial support,” said DeSantis.
CLEC tries to get out in each of the seven Essex County municipalities and bring awareness about what the not-forprofit agency does with DeSantis adding their work is being recognized all over the area. He said when CLEC puts the call out for support, the community responds.
The number of volunteers has also increased, DeSantis stated, and the work
they do in planning and presenting the tournament is appreciated. That includes staff members who put in volunteer work in addition to their regular jobs and volunteers who come from the community at large.
Four of the seven municipalities put in teams with Essex, Leamington, Lakeshore and Kingsville represented. Lakeshore won the “Municipal Cup” for the first time and they were represented by Mayor Tracey Bailey, Bill Bailey, Deputy Mayor Kirk Walstedt and interim CAO Justin Rousseau, the latter
a former Amherstburg treasurer.
A fundraising total was not available as of press time but DeSantis said the tournament raised about $15,000 two years ago, over $17,000 last year so they want to top $20,000 this year.
Kyle Spearing, who is supported by CLEC and also works at Sutton Creek, thanked CLEC for the supports they provide him. He also pointed out he works at the Libro Centre in Amherstburg.
“Community Living wouldn’t be able to offer this assist without your generous support,” Spearing told the crowd at the post-tournament dinner.
CLEC executive director Karen Bolger said the summer programs the golf tournament offers are appreciated by families. The funds raised also help hire summer support workers and allow youth with intellectual disabilities to be involved in summer activities with their friends.
“This makes such a difference for children and youth,” said Bolger.
Bolger also offered thanks to community volunteers and CLEC’s employees in the marketing and innovation department for their work on the golf tournament. She also thanked Cory LaJeunesse, Lilly Hearn and the team at Sutton Creek Golf Club for their hospitality and support.
Great turnout, weather for annual House Youth Centre golf tournament
By Fred Groves
The House Youth Centre held its 22nd annual Community Cup golf tournament on Saturday afternoon and it was a great day not only for the local nonprofit organization but golfers as well.
“It is one of our biggest fundraisers of the year and our longest running,” said Amy Bailey, who helped organized the event and is a member of the Youth Centre’s board of directors.
For 22 years golfers have been teeing it up at Sutton Creek in McGregor and for a select few, their names are proudly engraved on a trophy that was up for grabs on Saturday.
The winning foursome the previous three years has been the team of Ted Jacobs, T.J. McWhinnie, Jon MacLellan and Dan Stein. That foursome would win it again this year. There was no tournament in 2020 due to Covid but they won it back in 2019. Jacobs has his name on the prize seven times and MacLellan six.
Anna Kozub came from Leamington to golf and even brought her lucky four-leaf clover themed clubs.
Inside the clubhouse pictures of winners dating back to 2011 were on display. Amherstburg Councillor Molly Allaire was on hand to help sell 50/50 tickets and as always at Sutton Creek Golf Club, the end of the day meant a great meal.
“The alumni (of House Youth Centre) come out to support it. We get our friends and its word of mouth,” said Bailey.
She has been a part of the centre since 1994 and was amongst the 127 golfers on Saturday who had a chance to win the longest drive, closest to the pin and a putting contest. Hole-in-one could win up to $10,000.
Besides getting their names on the coveted trophy, the winning foursome also received, courtesy of Sutton Creek, 18 holes of golf and the use of a cart.
“They have always treated us well. There is no reason for us to ever leave,” said Bailey.
As part of the board of directors, and someone who is in charge of the finances for the youth centre, Bailey hoped the golf tournament would raise at least $15,000. The House’s biggest fundraiser is the Coldest Night of the Year.
Morghan Shearon is the program director at the House Youth Centre, which is located in the Amherstburg Community Hub and she said there is lots going on this summer at the centre.
“Some of our peer leaders want to run programs and do Dungeons and Dragons,” said Shearon.
Shearon said that since Covid there has been a need for more services and between August 2023 and June 2024, 65 free counselling services were available for youth in the area.
“It’s okay to have people know you need help.”
The House Youth Centre provides peer mentoring, counselling and is a drop-in place to socialize.
For more information, call 519-736-6811.
The Municipality of Lakeshore won the “Municipal Cup” as part of this year’s CLEC Charity Golf Classic. From left: Lakeshore Deputy Mayor Kirk Walstedt, Mayor Tracey Bailey, Bill Bailey and CLEC executive director Karen Bolger. Absent is Lakeshore interim CAO Justin Rousseau.
House Youth Centre program director Morghan Shearon (right) and her mother Jane Shearon show off the trophy that was up for grabs on Saturday at the Community Cup golf tournament.
Anna Kozub brought her lucky clubs to the golf tournament.
Garden party showcases the work of Amherstburg artist
By Ron Giofu
Local artist Dennis White and his wife welcomed family, friends and friends of friends to their home for the first of what they hope will be several home art exhibitions.
The Whites held the show last weekend with Dennis’ work on display. A total of 37 pieces were around their Gore St. property with the themes being inspired by what White heard from lyrics from songs. Paintings interpreting lyrics from songs performed by such artists as The Beatles, Leon Russell, Leonard Cohen, Pink Floyd, Tom Waits, Led Zeppelin, Garth Brooks, Bruce Springsteen, Kansas and many more were around the property.
As part of a two-page handout distributed to guests, Dennis wrote: “All of us, at some point or another have had the experience of seeing images in
our heads when we hear a song. Some are happy and some sad. At times the lyrics paint a picture by themselves and at other times the lyricist needs someone to see and capture the full meaning or feeling of the song.”
He added “I have attempted to capture on canvas, some of the images I see in my mind’s eye as I listen to these songs. If I have been able to stir some type of emotion in you, be it happy or sad or whatever, then thank you as I have accomplished what I set out to do.” He also stated while some may have different interpretations, “I guess that’s the beauty of the arts. We can all enjoy things from a different perspective respectively.”
Dennis said he had the idea for a while to create paintings based on song lyrics and his interpretations of them.
“I thought I’d always want to have a garden show and this was the inspiration,” he said.
All the paintings were completed since February with “countless hours” spent over the last five months creating them. Dennis added there were three pieces created simultaneously at points, depending on how the inspiration hit him. He said he would take a break from one then go back
to it later.
“Some things that you thought would be easy were difficult while some things you though would be difficult turned out to be easy,” he said.
Roughly 158 people came through their yard Saturday with another strong crowd passing through Sunday. Dennis said he didn’t post it on social media or anywhere else, sharing it with family and friends with word spreading to friends of friends as well.
The works will be on exhibit this weekend as well for the Amherstburg Art Crawl as Dennis will be behind Musicland, where he recently created a Beatles-themed mural.
Local artist Dennis White discusses one of the 37 art pieces he had on exhibit around his Gore St. yard over the weekend.
The work of Dennis White was displayed around his property last weekend. White’s work was inspired by song lyrics and over 30 pieces were part of the exhibit.
PHOTO BY RON GIOFU
Heritage Colchester, Inspired Acting Lab team up for new theatre production
By Ron Giofu
Heritage Colchester and the Inspired Acting Lab are teaming once again to benefit the restoration of the historic Colchester Schoolhouse.
The Inspired Acting Lab, which is affiliated with the University of Windsor, is presenting “Mary’s Wedding,” a play originally written by playwright, screenwriter and actor Stephen Massicotte.
It is being presented at Christ Church Anglican in Colchester this weekend and next.
Director Lionel Walsh, from the Inspired Acting Lab, said it is a Canadian play that is based in Alberta during 1914-20, with World War I figuring into
the story.
“It’s a story of love, loss and hope,” said Walsh. “The characters jump over time and place. It’s exciting to watch. The characters are really able to transform over time.”
The 90-minute show features only two actors –Jackson R.R. Balint and Ocean Oliveira – with Balint playing Charles “Charlie” Edwards while Oliveira plays the characters Mary Chalmers and Flowers.
“We don’t leave the stage ever,” said Balint. “We are go, go, go. It’s intense.”
Balint said “Mary’s Wedding” is “a beautiful story of two people torn apart by the brutality of war” and that “love does endure.”
“It’s a really beautiful message” added Oliveira. “The play is so beautifully written. It’s very
enthralling. It’s very captivating.”
Walsh called the play “a tour de force for two actors” and the audience is “left with the beauty” of what the play is trying to get across.
Rehearsals have been taking place at Christ Church Anglican in Colchester, and Balint said they are getting better and will be ready by showtime.
“Every day, we are making huge strides,” said Balint. “It’s invigorating to see what we can do in such little time.”
Balint said he has been acting for over ten years, which he said “is more than half of my life.” He is a recent University of Windsor graduate.
“It’s what I want to do. It’s what I have to do,” he said, of acting. “The stage became home. I must answer the call.”
Oliveira added she has been acting since the age of five, when she was cast as “Tinkerbell” and had people whispering lines in her ear.
Now entering her third year at the University of Windsor, she said she has become more eager to stay on the stage.
“I developed my passion,” she said.
Balint added they want to pay tribute to the University Players, a program that the school cut after 65 years.
Both Oliveira and Balint say they enjoy the intimate atmosphere at Christ Church Anglican as the audiences in Colchester are close to the stage and they can enjoy speaking with the actors after the show.
Walsh added Heritage Colchester is great to work with and that they want to continue the relationship over the long term.
Proceeds from the show benefit the historic schoolhouse’s restoration.
The church is at 190 Bagot St. in Colchester with the schoolhouse located across the road.
Shows run July 18-20 at 7 p.m., July 21 at 2 p.m., July 25-27 at 7 p.m. and July 28 at 2 p.m. Tickets are $35 for adults and $30 for seniors and students.
For tickets and further information on the “Mary’s Wedding” production, please e-mail events.heritagecolchester@gmail.com or call Cindy at 519-790-9022.
Jackson R. R. Balint and Ocean Oliveiro act out scenes from the upcoming production of “Mary’s Wedding.” The 90-minute play is a fundraiser for Heritage Colchester.
HCD bylaw causes concern for property owner
By Ron Giofu
A local property owner has raised several concerns about his house being in the Heritage Conservation District study and also has concerns with the amount of communication shared with him.
Ryan D’Alimonte appeared before town council at their most recent meeting and said he is in favour of the town adopting a heritage conservation district (HCD) and is “in no way against it.” He said his concern is the fact he started dealing with the town’s planning department in April with respect to a property he and his family own in the downtown core and is not identified as a property of interest.
“I have received minor variance approvals from the town’s committee of adjustment. My plans have been reviewed by the heritage committee at their June meeting with no feedback or concern given back to me from that committee. My building and demolition application are currently in the town’s building department immediately after my minor variances were granted and is pending approval,” said D’Alimonte.
D’Alimonte said his family has sold their current home and the deal is closing within a few weeks.
“We have arranged a few months of alternative arrangements in a rental property while our new home is being built. We have changed our kids’ school busing districts for the new school year in September. We have legally evicted the tenant of our property downtown so we can start the teardown and building process at the end of this month,” said D’Alimonte. “Now after I’ve done all this and everything the town’s departments have asked of me, I would be put on hold while the town and heritage department develop new bylaws and rules and regulations which could take months, if not years, to develop and implement causing my family a tremendous amount of personal and financial hardship.”
D’Alimonte called for a “common sense” approach where if an application process has been started, it should remain under the same rules that were in place at the beginning of the process. “In no way am I asking for special treatment, and only that a common sense, logical approach be taken when it comes to applications that have already been in the works for months so people’s families and livelihoods aren’t affected by whatever council decides tonight,” said D’Alimonte.
Councillor Diane Pouget noted D’Alimonte’s statement regarding no feedback since the June meeting of the town’s heritage committee. Heritage planner Adam Coates said because of recent changes to the province’s Bill 23, this property was brought for information only to the committee.
Clerk Kevin Fox noted the home, which is at 94 Gore St., was subject of a motion from the committee that recommended “that council direct administration to provide options to protect the properties within the heritage conservation district boundaries.”
D’Alimonte told town council there was “zero communication was made to me regarding that meeting” with the minor variance application going to the building and planning committee after that. He said he was told there were zero issues with the latter application.
Councillor Linden Crain noted D’Alimonte has already spent a “considerable amount of time and money” already in the process and asked if they can still move the process forward “through other means” such as appearing before the heritage committee and town council.
“Is there some mechanism where they’re not completely frozen?” asked Crain.
Deputy CAO/director of development services Melissa Osborne said D’Alimonte would be able to work with Coates to get to the heritage committee with a design that is “sympathetic” to the area. It would then go to town council for consideration after that.
“Yes, the process can proceed,” said Osborne.
Councillor Don McArthur asked if a new project would have to wait until the HCD is completed or if that same avenue is available to them. Osborne said the same avenue would be available to them as well.
According to Osborne, there have been designs proposed that are more sympathetic with what was before the heritage committee in June as she believed those were “not quite” in line with what the town is looking for. There are opportunities to present something more sympathetic to the committee in early August.
Pouget wanted to know if town council could grandfather D’Alimonte’s request. Osborne said many conversations have been held with the proponent but they still haven’t gotten a design that is sympathetic to the area. She said they believe there is a path forward but noted if council were to make a motion to waive the bylaw for this particular property, that would be a decision of council.
Councillor Peter Courtney wanted to know how “one-offs” and people in the queue were dealt with in other municipalities with HCD’s. Coates said “unfortunately there is always going to be a timing issue with heritage conservation districts where a development or two may be coming forward at the same time that council is making decisions about the heritage conservation districts and bylaws.”
“I’m leery on grandfathering unless I know what the parameters are on it. I don’t want to open a can of worms but I totally empathize with Mr. D’Alimonte’s situation,” said Courtney.
Councillor Molly Allaire also wanted to know how many others would be in the queue. Osborne said while the property is in the study area, even though it’s not a property of interest, it “sets it a little bit differently.” Osborne said the issue is the exterior design and if changes are made, the town could support it and that would allow the project to proceed.
D’Alimonte said “anything’s possible” with regards to getting a new design before the Aug. 6 heritage committee. He underscored the issue of communication, telling council “this is the absolute first time I’m hearing any feedback that my design was not acceptable to the heritage department.” He added that he met with Coates and has had not had any e-mail communication about his design.
“This could have been addressed in June prior to the minor variance meeting and we still could have kept the timelines. Now, we’re delaying whatever the case may be,” said D’Alimonte.
McArthur said he appreciates this is an unfortunate situation because D’Alimonte has already started the process, but noted there is still an opportunity to complete the process with the heritage planner prior to the Aug. 6 heritage committee meeting.
“Over and above this specific case, council has voted unanimously that we believe in a heritage conservation district downtown, actually in a broader swath of Amherstburg than just downtown, but centred downtown,” said McArthur. “We believe our heritage matters, our history matters and it is a key to economic development.”
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Passed away peacefully in her sleep on Wednesday, July 10, 2024 at Franklin Gardens, Leamington at the age of 94. Beloved wife of the late Edmund Mutterback (1990). Loving mother of Edward (Christine), late Brian (2023) (Sharon), Kevin (Natalie) and Mark. Cherished Mimi of Kevin (Jennifer), Jody (Manuel), Caillie (Joel), Aja (Matt), Alyson and Erin and GreatMimi of Curtis, Owen, Madison and Brady.
The family wishes to extend a special thank you to Franklin Gardens for their exceptional care for Betty throughout her last two years. Cremation has taken place as per Betty’s wishes. A private family celebration of Betty’s life will take place at a later date. Memorial donations may be made by to the Windsor-Essex County Humane Society.
Arrangements entrusted to Cremation First (Leamington) 519-398-9188. Online condolences and cherish ed memories may be shared with the family at www.cremationfirst.ca.
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WEBC officially opens second phase of mountain biking trails
By Ron Giofu
The Windsor-Essex Bike Community (WEBC) has been busy the last few months creating new mountain biking trails and they are now officially open.
While the second phase of the three-phase mountain bike trail project was completed a few weeks ago at the Libro Centre, the official opening was held last Saturday morning. Council members, sponsors, supporters and local cyclists gathered at the base of the berm near the gravel parking lot for a ribbon cutting and the reveal of sponsorship signage.
Mayor Michael Prue thanked staff from the town’s parks and recreation department for their work on the project, but saved the bulk of his thanks for WEBC volunteers. He said WEBC directors James Braakman, Glyn Buck, Ryan Henderson, and Dave Doherty as well as community ambassador Amanda Dywelska approached town council with an idea to create trails on the berms at the Libro Centre and do so with no taxpayer dollars.
“It’s a labour of love,” said Prue. “People came together to build their dream.”
The town awaits the next phase, the mayor added.
“Everyone on council is waiting for phase three,” said Prue. “It can be the biggest and best in all of
southwestern Ontario.”
Braakman said phase two is also referred to as the “frontier trails” and is about three kilometres. When combined with the trails built as phase one, there are now five kilometres of cycling trails at the Libro Centre.
“This is an amazing show of community and support,” said Braakman.
Building the trails has seen a lot of time and money put into it, with over $50,000 in donations from individuals, clubs, foundations and businesses helping get the phase two trails to where they are today. They have raised $90,000 in less than a year for both phases, Braakman added.
Over 1,000 volunteer hours went into building the second phase, Braakman added.
Skill development, group rides, youth rides and other events are planned for the trails, which feature curves, jumps, flatland, and different types of terrain created by the volunteers.
WEBC recognized the town and its efforts, volunteer Joe McCarthy for helping with heavy machinery during the trail building and the community as a whole for its support. WEBC has a land stewardship agreement with the Town of Amherstburg which allows them to manage the trail system. Walker Aggregates donated stone to put
Donation to ACS
Noting he wants to donate his raise at Essex County council to local charitable organizations, Mayor Michael Prue (centre) made his first donation last Thursday afternoon. Prue donated $1,000 to Amherstburg Community Services (ACS), adding more donations to charities and non-profit groups will follow. Accepting the money is ACS executive director Kathy DiBartolomeo (left) and program co-ordinator Branka Stewin (right).
towards the trails.
Braakman was presented new license plates reading “WEBCRIDE” by WEBC members as his birthday is approaching and he called them his new best friends.
“I think this project shows anything is possible with the power of community,” said Braakman.
For more information, visit www.webcride.com.
Mayor Michael Prue, surrounded by council members, cyclists and WEBC supporters, cut the ribbon Saturday morning to officially open the second phase of the cycling trails at the Libro Centre.
Sponsorship signage was unveiled as part of the opening of phase two of the Windsor-Essex Bike Community (WEBC) trails at the Libro Centre in Amherstburg.
Cyclists took to the trails, and the air, after phase two of the WEBC trails were officially opened last Saturday morning.
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THURSDAY, JULY 18
LUNCH & LEARN; Presented by Amherstburg Community Services (ACS) at their office in the Amherstburg Community Hub (320 Richmond St.). Lori Ingratta (CYW, BSW, MSW, RSW) will speak on “Total Wellbeing” with it being a casual conversation on quality of life and the interconnectedness of physical, mental and social wellbeing. No charge to attend. Limited seats available, must be registered to attend. Call 519736-5471 to reserve your spot.
SATURDAY, JULY 20
TAMBOLA; Held at Amherstburg Food & Fellowship Mission, 298 Victoria St. S. Lots of wonderful prizes to be won. To win items, you can buy an envelope with 50 identical numbers for $2. Starts at 6 p.m. Doors open at 5 p.m. For info, call 519-736-9140.
SUNDAY JULY 21
ART SHOW; Presented by St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, 129 Simcoe St. (at Bathurst St.) in Amherstburg. Runs same weekend as the Art Crawl but as a separate event. “Crawling Too” runs 12-4 p.m. with several local artists. Kids activities. Free admission.
FRIDAY, JULY 26
MUSIC OFF THE BACK PORCH; Held in back of Park House Museum, 214 Dalhousie St., from 6-8 p.m. (weather permitting). Entertainment is Joe Perry & Friends and Mike & Hartt. Free admission, donations to the museum welcome. Bring your own lawn chair.
THURSDAY, JULY 25-SATURDAY, JULY 27 & THURSDAY, AUG. 1-SATURDAY, AUG. 3
HOPE OF ST. JOSEPH YARD SALE; The huge charity yard sale is July 25, 26, 27 and Aug. 1, 2, 3 at the home of Mary and Marc Beneteau at 3560 Middle Side Road (County Road 10). It will run 9 a.m.-4 p.m. each of the six days. Items will be for sale in the driveway, barn, three tents and front yard with all proceeds going to the Hope of St. Joseph Shelter Inc. and the three shelters they support.
THURSDAY, AUGUST 8
FEAST WITH FRIENDS; Presented by Amherstburg Community Services (ACS) at 320 Richmond St. (Community Hub). Speaker will be Const. Nick Dupuis, community service officer with the Windsor Police Service – Amherstburg Detachment. Topic will be elder abuse. Runs from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Cost $9 for lunch and information. For info, call 519736-5471.
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 28
RAINBOW BRIDGE MEMORIAL SERVICE; Held at Windsor Chapel Funeral Home – Banwell Chapel (11677 Tecumseh Rd. E., Windsor) at 6:30 p.m. Starts with a therapy dog greeting, courtesy of St. John Ambulance. Free event, light refreshments to follow service. Everyone encouraged to bring photo of their pet who has crossed the rainbow bridge. Space is limited, RSVP by Aug. 23 by calling 519-253-7235.
ONGOING
SERVICE TIME CHANGE; Christ Anglican Church, 317 Ramsay St., is changing the times of their Sunday service. There is now one service, starting at 11 a.m. All are welcome.
DONATIONS NEEDED FOR YARD SALE/ VENDOR MARKET; Donations requested for July 27 yard sale at Encounter Church, 125 Alma St. Hosted by the church’s Encounter Jr. High and Youth groups. Donations of household items, baby & children’s items, sports items, tools and electronics, games and toys can be made. Call Pastor Daniella at 519-736-5644 ext. 703 or daniella@encounteraburg.ca for drop-off times. No clothing please. All items must be cleaned, from a smoke-free home, and in working order. All items will be purchased by donation. There is also a BBQ.
HARROW UNITED CHURCH BBQS; Held every Friday in July, from 5:30-7 p.m. Hamburger/hot dog, ice cream sandwich, chips, drink for $10. Church is located at 45 Munger Ave. East.
LIVE THEATRE; The Inspired Acting Lab and Heritage Colchester present “Mary’s Wedding,” a play by Stephen Massicotte, July 18-20 at 7 p.m., July 21 at 2 p.m., July 25-27 at 7 p.m. and July 28 at 2 p.m. Held at Christ Anglican Church in Colchester, 190 Bagot St. Proceeds benefit restoration efforts for the historic Colchester Schoolhouse. Tickets $35 for adults, $30 for seniors/students. For tickets or info, e-mail events.heritagecolchester@gmail. com or call 519-790-9022.
STROLL & ROLL WALKING GROUP; Interested in meeting new people? Moving more? Weekly walking group to meet rain or shine. Free for everyone in the community, open to all abilities. Runs Tuesdays in Navy Yard Park in Amherstburg from 10-11 a.m., July 2-Sept. 24. In Harrow Thursdays from 10-11 a.m. at Harrow Health Centre (1480 Erie St. S.) from July 11-Sept. 26. Inclement weather alternatives are Libro Centre in Amherstburg and community room in clinic in Harrow. For info, call Amherstburg Family Health
Team at 519-736-7770 ext. 235 or Harrow 519738-2000 ext. 222.
AMHERSTBURG RESIDENTS FORUM; Group welcomes residents seeking solutions to town hall to join them the last Thursday of the month at 6:30 p.m. at the union hall on Pickering across from Walmart.
MIRACLE LEAGUE NEEDS VOLUNTEERS; The Miracle League of Amherstburg can use volunteers for the fall season. People can help at one game or multiple games (up to four) every Saturday, weather permitting. Great for students needing volunteer hours or adults looking to give back. For info or to sign up, visit www.amherstburgmiracle. com.
ROTARY CLUB OF AMHERSTBURG MEETINGS; Rotary meets on the second and fourth Wednesday of the month in the community room at ACS at 6 p.m. New members welcome. For info, e-mail rotaryclubofamherstburg@gmail. com or call Susanne at 519-990-2775.
MEALS ON WHEELS; Offered by Amherstburg Community Services (ACS). Meals on Wheels assists those who are unable to shop for food and cook meals. Also available to those recovering from illness or surgery. Healthy, delicious and affordable meals provided to residents of Amherstburg, Harrow, McGregor and LaSalle. ACS caters to dietary needs, each meal comes with soup, bread, main course and dessert. Cost $7.50 per meal. Call 519-736-5471 for details.
GOLDEN AGE CLUB; The Golden Age Club, Amherstburg’s friendship club, located at 179 Victoria St. S., offering social activities five days a week, $10 a year to join. There are over 160 members who have fun playing euchre, pepper, bingo, cribbage, mahjong and bridge and doing line dancing. Club also crochets mats from milk bags for those in need. We also have three special luncheons and a beautiful Christmas party. You pick which activities you want to participate in. Visit www.goldenagecentre.ca to see how to join, participate, and learn how we support our community.
ESSEX COUNTY ORCHID SOCIETY
MEETINGS; The Essex County Orchid Society invites you to join them monthly, third Sunday of the month till May at St. Stephen’s Church Hall, 5280 Howard Ave; 1:30 p.m. Refreshments served. New members and visitors welcome. We are on Facebook!
FREE COMMUNITY MEAL; Lighthouse Church, in conjunction with Feeding Windsor, invites the public to come Thursdays at 5:30 p.m. for a free dinner. All welcome. Come meet others in the community and enjoy some good food. No registration required. Lighthouse Church is located at 266 King St. (entrance off Gore St.).
MENTAL HEALTH & COUNSELLING SERVICES; The Youth Wellness Hub presenting mental health and counselling services at The House Youth Centre. Runs every Wednesday from 2-6 p.m. Free for people between the ages of 1225. The House is located at 320 Richmond St. For details, call 519-800-8640.
MISSION HOURS; The Amherstburg Food and Fellowship Mission, 298 Victoria St. S., open from 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. with lunch between 12-1 p.m. Mission food bank open Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 10 a.m.-11:45 a.m. and 1-3 p.m. For info, call 519-736-9140 or visit www. aburgmission.ca. Stop by for food, fellowship and a warm welcome. All donations welcome.
ACS FOOD BANK; Curbside pickup at Amherstburg Community Hub (320 Richmond St.). Runs Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-12 noon. Call 519736-5471 for assistance.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED; Community service volunteer hours are available for high school students. Outside jobs at Bryerswood Youth Camp. Please contact info@bryerswood.com.
BOTTLE DONATIONS; The AMA Sportsmen Association accepts donations of empty beer and wine bottles. People who wish to donate their empties can drop them off at the rear of the club, 468 Lowes Side Road in Amherstburg. For info, visit www.amasportsmen.com or call 519-736-5706.
FOUNDERS CLUB; Bryerswood Youth Camp Optimist Club seeking donors to join the “Founders Club.” Donors help fund general operations of the camp. Donors with gifts of $5,000 and over become “Founders Club” members and have one square of camp property sponsored in their name. Multiple squares available. Tax receipts provided. For info, visit www.bryerswood.com, call 519-9967364 or e-mail info@bryerswood.com.
AMHERSTBURG COMMUNITY SERVICES; Located at 320 Richmond St., 519-7365471. Meals on Wheels, CareLink Accessible Transportation, Food Bank, Senior Support, Keep The Heat, Ontario Energy Support Program & much more. Please call to see how we can help!
LANDSCAPING
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HAIRSTYLIST CHAIR RENTAL
Hairstylist Chair rental; available. Must be available to work Saturdays. Contact Vivienne or Carol at Carol’s unisex 519 736-4400
“ARE YOU SAVED?”
That is the most important question you will face. Jesus Christ is the answer. Mt. Beulah Church, 246 King St., Amherstburg (519)736-4110
PEST CONTROL AND WILD ANIMAL CONTROL DELINE’S SERVING AMHERSTBURG since 1988. Call 519-736-2448.
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APARTMENTS FOR RENT CASA BLANCA & BELLA VISTA APTS. 365-369 Dalhouise. Centrally located in downtown Amherstburg with river views. Large, clean, quiet and secure. Stainless steel appliances, on-site laundry, patio or balcony and parking. Starting at $1395 including utilities. Call 519984-1745 to view.
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CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF AMHERSTBURG
NOTICE OF STATUTORY PUBLIC MEETING TO CONSIDER A ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT
STATUTORY PUBLIC MEETING:
TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the Corporation of the Town of Amherstburg will hold a public meeting on Monday, August 12, 2024 commencing at 5:00 p.m. in the Town of Amherstburg Council Chambers, 271 Sandwich Street South, Amherstburg, Ontario. The purpose of this meeting is to consider a proposed amendment to the Town of Amherstburg Zoning By-law 1999-52, under Section 34 of the Planning Act.
ANY PERSON who wishes to attend and address Council by electronic means, must register with the Clerk’s Office no later than Thursday, August 8, 2024. To register for electronic participation please email the Clerk’s office at clerk@amherstburg.ca Once you register, you will be given information on how to make your submission at the electronic meeting by electronic participation. To participate, you will need access to a computer or tablet with internet service or a telephone.
ANY PERSON who wishes watch the meeting proceedings only, please visit http://video.islive.ca/amherstburg/live.html
THE SUBJECT LANDS AND PURPOSE OF THIS REZONING APPLICATION:
This rezoning application affects approximately 0.2 ha of land municipally known as 6754 County Road 50 (see map below)
The subject property is currently zoned “Commercial Neighbourhood (CN-8) Zone”. This rezoning, if approved, would add a “gas bar” to the list of permitted uses at this location, and would establish site-specific zone regulations in accordance with a site plan to be approved by the Town. The lands are designated Neighbourhood Commercial in the Town’s Official Plan.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
ANY PERSON may make written representation in support of or in opposition to the proposed Zoning By-law Amendment by email to the Clerk’s office at clerk@amherstburg.ca or in person by appointment for drop-off at the Libro Centre located at 3295 Meloche Road. Comments must be submitted by Thursday, August 8, 2024 before the meeting and will be read aloud prior to the application being heard by Council.
NO PERSON OR PUBLIC BODY shall be added as a party to the hearing of the appeal unless, before the bylaw was passed, the person or public body made oral submissions at a public meeting or written submissions to the Council or, in the opinion of the Ontario Land Tribunal, there are reasonable grounds to add the person or public body as a party.
IF A PERSON OR PUBLIC BODY does not make oral submissions at a public meeting, or make written submissions to the Town of Amherstburg before the by-law is passed, the person or public body may not be added as a party to the hearing of an appeal before the Ontario Land Tribunal unless, in the opinion of the Tribunal, there is reasonable grounds to do so.
For Council and Committee Agendas and Meetings, visit amherstburg.ca/calendar. To subscribe to Council & Committee Agendas, visit Amherstburg.ca/calendar and click SUBSCRIBE.
DATED at the Town of Amherstburg this 17th day of July, 2024.
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Further information relating to the proposed Zoning By-law (File# ZBA/18/24) Amendment is available for inspection by calling or emailing the Planning Department Office during normal office hours, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The proposed Zoning By-law Amendment is also available for review on the Town of Amherstburg Website: www.amherstburg.ca If you wish to be notified of the passage of the proposed Zoning By-law Amendment, you must make a written request to the Town at the address below. The hearing will be available for viewing by livestream by visiting www.amherstburg.ca
The meeting will be available for viewing by livestream by visiting www.amherstburg.ca
For Council and Committee Agendas and Meetings, visit amherstburg.ca/calendar.
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.
To subscribe to Council & Committee Agendas, visit Amherstburg.ca/calendar and click SUBSCRIBE.
DATED at the Town of Amherstburg this 17th day of July 2024.
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Christopher Aspila Manager, Planning Services
Town of Amherstburg Libro Centre 3295 Meloche Road
HCD bylaw sparks debate at town council
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Courtney supported the motion but indicated he would like to assist applicants to get the process moving quicker.
The issue of communication became a sticking point during the meeting and after the meeting.
Mayor Michael Prue read an e-mail into the record from May 14 from Coates to D’Alimonte and his contractor about the June heritage committee meeting and design elements. He said information was sent “and I just read it out.”
“This was sent to Mr. D’Alimonte on May 14. Whether he got it or not I can’t say but it was sent and here it is,” said Prue.
Allaire asked if there was any correspondence after the June 6 meeting, with Prue saying the committee received it for information purposes only.
Osborne said a meeting was held May 8 with the applicant and told council a sketch was provided by Coates about suggested design elements. E-mails were sent May 14-15 back-and-forth on designs and what would be sympathetic.
Allaire said she would support the motion and it can still go to the heritage committee.
“Hopefully we have good correspondence in the future,” said Allaire.
Prue said the issue has to move forward. He said when he moved 15 years ago, there were plans for an HCD then.
“Since 15 years ago, we’ve gone through five councils and nothing has happened for a variety of reasons,” said Prue. “Now, it’s happening. The reason it’s happening is because the Province of Ontario put the gun to our head. They said if we don’t do this, all of the properties can be developed without us having any say whatsoever.”
Prue thanked the province for extending a deadline for heritage designation by two years. He said the current council has put “everything in place” to make an HCD a reality. Prue added what is happening is council is putting an “H zone,” meaning holding zone.
“I do not want to throw any roadblocks in the way. I’m sorry Mr. D’Alimonte has been caught in it. He appears to be the only person but it’s been a long process and will be resolved in as fast an order as the staff and council is prepared to do it,” the mayor said.
In an e-mail sent the following day to Prue, members of administration and council, that was also copied to the River Town Times, D’Alimonte said he found comments made by Prue about him were “absolutely appalling” and believed his
integrity and character were called into question by the mayor.
D’Alimonte wrote that Prue read one excerpt from an e-mail chain and claimed that it made him look unprofessional and misleading to the town.
“This is 100 per cent unethical and not the true facts,” D’Alimonte said in his e-mail. “I reiterate again, there was zero communication given to me or my contractor following the June heritage meeting, where I was under the impression that my plans were brought to the Heritage committee for review and no feedback or concerns were provided.”
D’Alimonte attached a PDF of an e-mail chain with e-mails from May 14-24 regarding the issue, reiterating that no communication was sent out since May 24.
“Again, whether you agree or disagree with my situation is not the issue, that is something I can live with going forward as you’re entitled to your opinions and views, but when you call my character and reputation into question for everyone to hear, that is something I have a very serious issue with,” D’Alimonte said.
Prue told the RTT “I was responding to three councillors” when he read the e-mail.
“My response was not to (D’Alimonte),” he said. “My response was to (the councillors).”
In an e-mail response to D’Alimonte, obtained by the RTT, Prue said his comments came “long after” D’Alimonte’s deputation and were not directed at him, but to the councillors. He denied claims that he questioned D’Alimonte’s character.
“My statement for the record was directed at Council – not you. In fact, the record shows my address to the Councillors, ‘What was said is not correct. This was all sent to Mr. D’Alimonte’,” said Prue. “Never once did I state that you were misleading or lying, nor did I ascribe any blame to you. My duty is to make sure that council is aware of all the facts.”
Prue attached his own list of dates where meetings and phone calls he says took place between the proponent and town officials, though noted those weren’t before council.
The mayor added council “did its job hearing your concerns” and noted the motion didn’t reference 94 Gore St. “Please rest assured, that the town will deal with your application in a timely and legal manner, respecting and befitting our new Heritage District,” Prue wrote.
Police investigation
Amherstburg, Ontario N9V 2Y8
Christopher
Telephone: (519) 736-5408
Fax No. (519) 736-9859
Aspila Manager, Planning Services
Website: www.amherstburg.ca
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
Complaints submitted in person at Town Hall or visit: amherstburg.ca/ bylawcomplaint
Register to participate flashvote.com/ amherstburg or call 1-888-655-7055
Take a beautiful walk on the nature trail at The Libro Centre 3295 Meloche Rd Yard
Notice of Application of Larvicide for Mosquito Control
Beginning on April 15th and continuing through to August 31st, 2024, Pestalto Environmental Health Services Inc. will apply a biological larvicide in the Amherstburg area. This application is for the control of larva mosquitoes only and will be conducted over specific mosquito breeding sites within the boundaries of:
Kingsbridge Subdivision to McCurdy Drive and from the Detroit River to Meloche Rd / Concession 3 N
A detailed map that indicates the specific boundaries of application and affected properties for this program is available at the Town of Amherstburg Public Works office at 512 Sandwich Street South and on the Town’s Website at www.amherstburg.ca
The larvicide VectoBac 1200L (PCP#21062, liquid) and VectoBac 200G (PCP# 18158, granular) may be applied to standing water if mosquito larvae are detected. This product contains the active ingredient B.t.i which is a naturally occurring bacterium found in soils and is very specific to mosquito larva This bacterium is not harmful to bees.
If your property falls within the treatment area you may be contacted by direct mail. If you have any questions, concerns you may contact Pestalto at 1-866-648-7773 or by e-mail.
TECHNICAL AND PROGRAM INFORMATION
Pestalto Environmental Health Services Inc. 501 Rennie St., Hamilton, ON, L8H 3P6 Tel: 1-(866) 648-7773
Morgan Tyler at morgan.tyler@pestalto.com
Town Contact: Eric Chamberlain at (519)-736-3664 x2312 or echamberlain@amherstburg,ca
Advisory Committee Meeting Town Hall 5PM Monday, Aug 5th garbage & yard waste (south zone collected today
MUNICIPAL HARD SURFACES WEED CONTROL PROGRAM
The Town of Amherstburg has contracted Laing’s Lawn Care & Pest Control for the spraying of weeds on sidewalks, boulevards, curbs and fences within the Town limits.
Please be advised that the following pesticide registered under the Pest Control Products Act (Canada) will be used for control of vegetation in these areas:
• Munger Horticultural Vinegar Plus (Acetic Acid) (Registration #29405) containing the active ingredient Acetic Acid.
Commencing on May 15, 2024 weather permitting and ending September 30, 2024
For more information, please call Laing’s Lawn Care & Pest Control (519) 818-5755
Eric Chamberlain, Manager of Public Works at 519-736-3664
Collect calls accepted from individuals calling long distance.