Drayton Community News December 9, 2016

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Santa Claus in Moorefield - ABOVE: Sawyer and Felicity Signer were among the children who took the opportunity to visit with Santa after the Moorefield Optimist Parade on Dec. 3. BELOW: The Drayton Kinsmen and Kinettes and some friends rode the clubs’ float in the Moorefield parade. Photos by Caroline Sealey

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Drayton Christmas parade - ABOVE: Members of the Guiding organization in Mapleton Township were all bundled up for the ride along the streets of Drayton during the Santa Claus Parade on Dec. 2. BELOW: The arrival of Santa and his team of reindeer was a highlight of the event. After the parade children visited with Santa at the Drayton Fire Hall. Photos by Caroline Sealey

Jean Campbell honoured posthumously for volunteer role with theatre By Chris Daponte and Patrick Raftis DRAYTON - Longtime community volunteer Jean Campbell has been recognized posthumously with one of the province’s highest honours. On Nov. 30 she was named one of 20 recipients of the Ontario Medal for Good Citizenship, which recognizes people who have made “exceptional long-term contributions to the quality of life in the province.� Campbell, who died in June, was recognized for her “generous volunteer work and cultural advocacy,� which “helped grow the Drayton Festival Theatre from its humble beginnings into the seven-venue phenomenon it is today.�

JEAN CAMPBELL The citizenship medals are the second-highest civilian award given by the province, next to the Order of Ontario. They were presented by Lieutenant Governor Elizabeth Dowdeswell at a ceremony at Queen’s Park on Dec. 1. “Through their inspired and long-term contributions,

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and without any expectation of recognition, these exceptional Ontarians have positively transformed the lives of countless people in communities in all parts of our province,� Dowdeswell stated in a press release. “I thank them for their exemplary service, which enriches us and brings us all together.� Drayton Entertainment artistic director and CEO Alex Mustakas has always been quick to recognize the vital role Campbell played in the growth of the theatre company. “She volunteered from day one in many different capacities, from front of house, from ushering, to house managing, to making costumes, taking actors into her home - you name it,� said

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Mustakas in a Nov. 5 telephone interview. Mustakas noted Campbell was employed briefly by the theatre company, but continued to offer her services as a volunteer at the same time. “There’s nobody quite like her because she also had the respect of so many in the community and rallied a number of other volunteers as well,� he said. In fact, it was Campbell who first helped convince Mustakas of the theatre’s potential during a 1990 tour of the historic building, which once housed Drayton’s municipal office, council chambers, library, fire hall, garage and jail. “I couldn’t believe it ... Here was this beautiful opera house basically at the crossroads of two county roads,�

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Mustakas told the Advertiser several years ago. Campbell became secretary-treasurer of the Drayton Festival Theatre, which was originally run through a committee of Drayton council. In addition to an administrative role, Campbell also headed up the theatre’s wardrobe department. She was one of a number of volunteers who helped grow the company from modest beginnings into one of the largest and most successful theatre companies in Canada. Today Drayton Entertainment welcomes over 200,000 theatregoers annually at seven locations: the original Drayton theatre, the Huron Country Playhouse and Playhouse II in Grand Bend,

King’s Wharf Theatre in Penetanguishene, Dunfield Theatre in Cambridge, and the Schoolhouse Theatre and Country Playhouse in St. Jacobs. But Campbell’s volunteer work didn’t end with the theatre. Over the years she also played important roles with the Mapleton and Wellington County historical societies (including a column in the Community News), Drayton Rotary Club, the local agricultural society, Drayton Citizen’s Association, the Mapleton Cemetery Committee and Wellington Community Services as a volunteer driver for. Campbell’s lengthy resume of volunteer work led to her being presented with a Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal in 2012.

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School spirit on display at Norwell pep rally

Floradale tops Community

PALMERSTON - School spirit was bursting from the seams during Norwell District Secondary School’s annual pep rally and hockey game on Nov. 30. Every year, the school invites students from its partner schools to Norwell to join in on the fun and get to know the school and staff. Grade 8 students from Drayton Heights PS, Palmerston PS and Minto-Clifford PS, as well as Grade 6 students from Maryborough PS, were bused to Norwell on Wednesday. They got front row seats at the pep rally, then joined Norwell staff and students at the Palmerston community centre to watch the Varsity Reds hockey team take on the St. Thomas Aquinas Raiders in an annual tournament that sees teams come to Palmerston from as far as Windsor and Toronto. Now in its third year, the pep rally is organized by the student leadership group. This year it featured events like tug of war between Norwell athletes, a flash mob by the school’s dance crew, and more. Visiting students were also shown a video giving them a glimpse of life at Norwell and how the secondary school “lives and breathes school spirit.� Wednesday’s event is just

FLORADALE 5 COMMUNITY 2 Floradale struck early in the opening period. A scramble at the net saw Braeden Gingrich rifle a slap shot from the top of the right side face-off circle for the goal, assisted by Javon Martin. Community tied the game in the later part of the second period. Delmer Frey teed up the puck for Kyle Wideman between the faceoff circles. Wideman blasted a slap shot to the back of the net. Floradale regained the lead late in the period. Clinton Dechert skated into a loose puck and rifled home a screened shot. Floradale strengthened their lead with two quick goals to start the third period. A pair of slap shots by Dechert and Nick Martin both resulted in goals. Corey Wideman and Javon Martin drew assists. Floradale added one more power play goal in the final minute to seal the game. Dechert scored the goal to complete his hat trick, assisted by Gary Martin. Community added a power play goal with one second left on the clock. But the game had been decided. Gerald Martin scored the goal, assisted by Cal Martin and Delmer Frey.

NORWELL PRINCIPAL PAUL RICHARD one way the school reaches out to help younger students transition to high school and familiarize them with Norwell DSS. The school’s principal and guidance counsellor also make trips to partner schools to speak to students about programs, registration and timetables. The school hosts a Grade 8 information night for parents, and Grade 8 students are invited to Norwell for its Technology Day. In speaking to future Varsity Reds on Wednesday, Norwell principal Paul Richard let the younger students know they’re already part of the Norwell family. Submitted by Heather Loney, communications and community engagement office, Upper Grand District School Board

Pep rally - School spirit was in evidence at Norwell District Secondary School during the recent pep rally and hockey game. ABOVE: Students demonstrating their spirit. BELOW: Students Austin Penner, Dawson Martin, Nicole Walker, Calysta Kaye, Tiffany Hunter, Jen Shanks, Julia Albrecht, Mia Landry, Colton Tilker, Ben Forrester and Noah Aitken at the rally. Submitted photos

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*Bless This House Bin Project is accepting donations for those aged 16-60. Monetary donations to Loonie bins at local businesses & churches. Articles drop off at Community Mennonite Fellowship by Dec 11. Info Kim 519-638-2257. *Drayton Kinsmen Xmas Trees for sale at Dobben’s True Value. Frasier firs $40/tree. Proceeds cystic fibrosis research. *Christmas Food Drive, Drayton & Community Food Bank. Donation drop off: Drayton Food Market, Drayton Reformed Church, RBC (Drayton & Moorefield) or call 519-504-2346. December 11 - Family Community Christmas Celebration, sponsored by Drayton Ministerial, 6pm, Drayton arena. Music and refreshments. Ramoth House donations accepted. December 12 - Drayton Mapleton Agricultural Society monthly meeting, 7:30pm, Drayton Agricultural Building, 49 Elm Street. Everyone welcome. Arlie 519-638-3323. December 13 - Monthly meeting Drayton Legion, 8pm , 15 Elm Street. New members always welcome. December 14 - Widow & Widowers Christmas Dinner, 12:30pm, Drayton Reformed Church. Info Ann 519-848-3206, Nancy 519-343-5372.

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MAPLETON - The data has been out for a while on windbreaks but sometimes reminders are needed. Windbreaks can increase crop yields up to 15 per cent, more than making up for the amount of land they use. In a recent Heartland crop article, which drew upon University of Guelph Ridgetown data, it was noted that windbreaks improve micro-climate field’s a by reducing wind speeds, increasing the temperature and reducing the amount of moisture loss. Some other benefits are earlier germination, reducing soil erosion (watch the colour of the snow in the ditch this winter), decreasing odour and spray drift, reducing heating and energy costs, helping with climate change, sheltering outside livestock, providing habitat for wildlife, etc. The Trees for Mapleton Committee wants to help land owners and farmers plant more windbreaks. If farmers apply to Rural Water Quality Program and meet the criteria for windbreaks (funded by Wellington County and administered by the GRCA) and get the 80% funding for the windbreak project, then the local Trees for Mapleton committee has funds to contribute to the 20% that would cover the plastic mulch that

Farm toys on display - Farm toys were on display in a wide range of styles and colours at the Belwood Lions Farm Toy Show on Dec. 3 at the Belwood hall. The show featured some of Ontario’s premier toy dealers. Among those on hand were Nick Grose, left, of Jolley’s Farm Toys, and collector Brayden Blenkiron of the Alma area. Photos by Mike Robinson

NOTICE OF A PUBLIC MEETING FOR AN AMENDMENT TO THE MAPLETON ZONING BY-LAW AND NOTICE OF COMPLETE APPLICATION ZBA 2016-20 TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Mapleton has received a complete application to consider a proposed amendment to the Comprehensive Zoning By-law 2010-80, pursuant to Section 34 of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, as amended.

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PUBLIC MEETING Mapleton Council will consider this application at their meeting scheduled for: Tuesday, December 13, 2016 at 7:00 p.m. Mapleton Township Municipal Offices, Council Chambers, 7275 Sideroad 16 Location of the Subject Land The property subject to the proposed amendment is legally described as Part Lot 4, Concession 11, Part 1, 60R3480 and Part 1, 61R20679 with a civic address of 7275 Sideroad 16. The property is approximately 4.47 ha (11.05 ac) in size and the location is shown on the map below. The Purpose and Effect of the Application The purpose and effect of the proposed amendment is rezone the subject lands to a site specific agricultural exemption to recognize the existing uses on the property which include the municipal administrative offices and public works garage. The rezoning will also allow for the construction of the County of Wellington maintenance facility. The lands are currently zoned agricultural which will remain. A site specific exemption will be added to the current zoning to permit these additional community service facilities. The zoning may also include any yard reductions that may be required. Oral or Written Submissions Any person or public body is entitled to attend the public meeting and make written or oral submissions in support of or in opposition to the proposed zoning by-law amendment. Written comments should be submitted to the Township Clerk. Power of OMB to Dismiss Appeals If a person or public body does not make oral submissions at a public meeting or make written submissions to the Township of Mapleton before the by-law is passed, the person or public body is not entitled to appeal the decision of the Council of the Township of Mapleton to the Ontario Municipal Board. If a person or public body does not make oral submissions at a public meeting, or make written submissions to the Township of 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 Mapleton the Ontario Municipal Board unless, in the opinion of the Board, there are reasonable grounds to do so. Request for Notice of Decision If you wish to be notified of the decision in respect of the proposed Township of Mapleton Zoning By-law Amendment, you must make a written request to the Clerk. Additional Information Additional information regarding this application is available for inspection at the Township of Mapleton Municipal Office

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The Christmas spirit is always very much in evidence throughout the Mapleton area on the first weekend in December. As local residents flock to Santa Claus parades in Drayton, Moorefield and neighbouring Palmerston, it’s clear the time has come to celebrate and share in the season. Mapleton will host Santa one last time in 2016, with the Alma village parade, typically the region’s last, on Dec. 18 at 2pm. Those that take the lead in organizing local parades merit a vote of thanks from their respective communities for keeping this popular tradition alive. The advent of the holiday season also provides a reminder of the important role local organizations play in ensuring a merry Christmas for everyone. Donations to local food banks were accepted at some parade locations and donations to the Drayton Community Food Bank may still be made through the Drayton Reformed Church, the Royal Bank, the Drayton Food Market or by calling 519-504-2346 to arrange pick-up. The Drayton Kinettes annual toy drive is also underway. Toys, which will be given to children in the local area, may be dropped off until Dec. 14. Donors may drop new, unwrapped toys at Dobben’s Hardware, Marspan Home Hardware, Fear’s Bibs ‘n’ Cribs, Drayton Chop House and Moorefield Diner. New to the community this year is the Bless This House Bin Project. Working in conjunction with the food banks’ Christmas hamper program and the Kinette toy drive, local resident Kim Frere’s goal for the program is to provide recipients of either of these programs a bin full of donated items to bless their households. For more information contact Frere at 519-638-2257 or email kfrere71@gmail.com.

Letter to the Editor Development charges could impact lending Dear Editor, There is a great deal of concern in the countryside about the development charge proposal that Mapleton township is putting forward on the building of new farm buildings. I personally have spoken with two lending institutions to get a handle on the debt we are carrying as farmers and what effect a development charge might have. They are very hesitant to say anything publicly, but there is definite concern. One lender made the comment that it would penalize producers whose cash flows have not changed. Each sector of agriculture is different but the common

theme is that debt we are carrying as farmers has gone up. The MPAC assessments state that our farms are worth a lot but if they cannot cash flow, the outcome for those farms is not good. Adding the proposed development charges could be the straw that breaks the camel’s back and prevents a farm from moving forward. The current proposal is at 66 cents a square foot (25 per cent of the non-residential rate) and once that door is opened, each year it could change. It is my understanding that the Township of Mapleton will be putting out an updated study and having a public meeting on this issue and other areas in the SEE CHARGES » 7

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When You Shovel: • Shovel as soon as possible after a snowfall • Use a proper sized shovel • Do not shovel, blow, or plow snow onto or over roads. Section 181 of the Highway Traffic Act states: “No person shall deposit snow or ice on a roadway without permission in writing so to do from the Ministry or the road authority responsible for the maintenance of the road. R.S.O. 1990, c. H.8, s. 181.” • Keep snow piles low so as not to obstruct visibility of pedestrians and drivers • Carefully use, and only as necessary, safety salt and/or sand on the ice • If you are going away during the winter months, please arrange for your sidewalks to be cleared • If you suffer heart or other medical problems, do not attempt to shovel snow • Wherever possible, help your neighbours!

The Township of Mapleton is asking for your cooperation with the following: • Don’t park on the street during a snow storm • Keep snow away from fire hydrants • Remind children not to climb or play on snow banks or to dig forts in snow, as it is dangerous • Drive smart – Give yourself extra time and distance • Respect the Blue Light - when sharing the road with plows always have your headlights on and give the plow plenty of room, oncoming vehicles should stay to the right • Reduce your use of salt – Look for environmentally friendly alternatives • Remember, it is dangerous to pass a snow plow on the right side, the operator may not be able to see you.

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Hospitals receive project planning approval MOUNT FOREST - North Wellington Health Care has officially received approval from the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care (MOHLTC) to move ahead with Stage 3 planning of the emergency and ambulatory care expansion at Louise Marshall Hospital (LMH) in Mount Forest, as well as new medical education space at both LMH and Palmerston and District Hospital. “LMH staff, physicians, volunteers, and consultants, who worked on the Stage 2 submission, have been eagerly awaiting the MOHLTC approval to continue on in the five-step capital planning process,” states NWHC president and CEO Stephen Street. “We are excited and ready to go with our next stage of planning.” Street explained, “Stage 3 design development planning will include details for all rooms and equipment placement in the overall space, and will require a construction phasing plan and cost estimate. “The design work will take into consideration best clinical practices, accessibility, infection prevention/control, and departmental flow. After approval of Stage 3 we will commence preparation of tender documents.” The hospital hopes to have the tender issued by the end of 2017, with the multiphase expansion completed by the end of 2019.

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a gift basket, says Drayton Food Bank coordinator Ryan Krul. “That’s something we didn’t do before but ... a lady from the community wanted to get that going so I think that’s going to be happening this year as well,” he explained. The hampers will include everything a normal food bank hamper would hold, such as non-perishable items, cheese, potatoes, apples, bananas, ground beef, etc., as well as a few special treats like a turkey and stuffing. The hampers will be distributed in the evening on Dec. 16, when clients will pick up their food hampers, gift baskets and gifts provided for children by the Drayton Kinettes. Though Krul didn’t iden-

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tify anything lacking for the Christmas hampers he did say the Drayton Food Bank could always use items like Hamburger Helper and cooking oil. The deadline to register to receive a Christmas hamper is Dec. 10 but there is no deadline for those looking to make a donation. They can donate through the Drayton Reformed Church, the Royal Bank, the Drayton Food Market or they can call 519-504-2346 to arrange for a pick-up. As of Dec. 5 there were 15 clients registered for Christmas hampers but Krul said he’s expecting between 20 and 25 by distribution day. Palmerston Food Bank The Palmerston Food Bank is providing clients with a hamper that will give them all the fixings for Christmas day. “For families it’s turkey, potatoes, vegetables, bread, milk, juice, some kind of dessert; we have some extras ... you know chocolates or things, nuts that are sort of seasonal,” said food bank president Barb Burrows. “A single person or maybe

just a smaller family we do have nice-sized hams so they could have the hams instead of the turkey. “We find a lot of our singles, you know the turkey would go to waste or some people just don’t even have the means to cook a turkey.” Though applications to receive a Christmas hamper closed on Dec. 7, Burrows said donations would be received at any time. “This year we did get a grant from the Turkey [Farmers of Canada] and Food Banks Canada to purchase some turkeys,” Burrows said. “We were able to share that with the Harriston and Clifford food banks. “So my freezer is full of turkeys at this moment, so we’re well on the way.” Other local farmers and businesses also donate turkeys and other food items. Burrows said it looks like the Palmerston Food Bank is going to serve between 40 and 45 clients and their families this season when the hampers are distributed on Dec. 19. “We’re just here to fulfill a need,” Burrows said.

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Advent done differently We are well into the season of Advent now. We have celebrated hope and peace, and are looking forward to joy and love in the upcoming weeks. It is kind of weird in a way, to be waiting for hope, peace, joy and love. Are those not four emotions that we should be striving for at all times? Are they not aspects of our lives that we would want to highlight and would want to live out as much as possible? One way I like to think about the season of Advent is not just celebrating the different themes and not just waiting for Christmas and celebrating Jesus being born. I like to think about how Jesus being born can bring those aspects alive in me. I think of Jesus as someone who turned things upside down, turned over the tables, made people think differently and made people expect the unexpected. That was how he taught, that was how he lived, challenging those around him to be

better. Maybe that is where we can look for hope, peace, joy and love in this season. Yes, we want to lift those aspects up all the time, but perhaps during Advent we can look for unexpected ways to bring about hope, peace, joy and love. Perhaps while waiting for Jesus during this season we can act more like him, in challenging those around us to express and experience hope, peace, joy and love in completely different ways. At our bible study session this week one participant talked about how they were at Costco grabbing something to eat after shopping. There were no seats so they were standing while eating, and another shopper offered them one of their seats at their table of four. She said that she was also standing and eating when the gentleman she was sitting with offered her to join him. So, she wanted to do the same. Inviting a complete stranger to sit while they have their snack is really a small, simple thing to do. Yet, we all agreed at Bible study that it is not something that is done that often.

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development charge study. I would urge farmers to watch the paper and go on the township website, attend council meetings, budget meetings, the road needs study, talk to our councillors and write letters. The CFFO and WFA have met with local commodity groups, so contact them as well. Other municipalities have looked at the numbers and a case can not be made for development charges on

agricultural buildings. Wellington, Dufferin, Waterloo, Grey and Perth have maintained a clear exemption of developmental charges. I understand the challenges our local councillors face and would encourage them to work with the farm groups and other townships and the county to lobby the government for more infrastructure dollars. Liz Samis, Mapleton

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Spontaneous acts of kindness can happen in many different ways, but what is usually a theme among them is that one spontaneous act, creates another. Have you ever been in line (it usually happens at Tim Hortons) and you order your coffee and pull out your wallet to find that the person in front of you has actually already paid for your coffee? It has happened a couple of times to me, usually in the drive thru. If that has ever happened to you what did you do? I would guess you then passed it on paying for the person behind you. I’ve always wondered how far that one spontaneous act of

kindness goes? Did 10 people pay for each other’s orders? Twenty? Fifty? We don’t know how far one act of hope, peace, joy or love can spread, but we do know it spreads. My Bible study participant was offered a seat because the person offering it was offered one first. It doesn’t have to be big, or grand. It doesn’t have to be showy or expensive. It doesn’t have to fancy or elaborate. We can all show kindness in so many different ways. For the rest of this Advent season look for different ways of spreading hope, peace, joy and love ... just try to make them different.

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Pettapiece calls on government to justify hydro rates QUEEN’S PARK - PerthWellington MPP Randy Pettapiece said Mike Carter, owner of Milverton Foodtown, did all the right things. He installed energyefficient lighting, and purchased new, efficient freezers and refrigerators. However, the MPP notes in a press release, Carter’s hydro bills are now up 30 percent and his delivery charge more than doubled. Pettapeice stated the independent grocery store owner wants to know, “How do you even begin to justify something so stupid?” Perth-Wellington MPP Randy Pettapiece voiced that question today in the Ontario legislature on Nov. 24. Pettapiece asked: “Having

done all the right things— having invested tens of thousands of dollars to become more efficient - does the premier agree that Mike should expect a lower hydro bill?” With energy minister Glen Thibeault not in the legislature, Premier Kathleen Wynne referred the question to economic development minister Brad Duguid. The release from Pettapiece office states “The question went unanswered.” However, video from the question period shows Duguid responded by referencing the government’s plan to remove the provincial portion of the harmonized sales tax from power bills. “I am absolutely sure that the member (Pettapiece)

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BUDGET 2017 - ROUND 2 TAKE NOTICE of the date and time of the following Corporation of the Township of Mapleton Special Meeting of Council:

Thursday, December 22, 2016, 9:00 a.m. – 3 p.m. Location: 7275 Sideroad 16, Council Chambers For the following reason: Township of Mapleton Budget 2017 – Round 2 An agenda will be available on the Township of Mapleton web-site prior to the meeting. DATED this 25th day of November, 2016 in the Township of Mapleton. Barb Schellenberger Deputy Clerk

IMPORTANT DATES Tuesday, December 13, 2016 7:00pm Regular Meeting of Council Tuesday, December 20, 2016 6:00pm Mapleton Youth Action Council, Drayton Library Thursday, December 22, 2016 9:00am Special Meeting of Council – Budget Monday, December 26, 2016 Municipal Office Closed Tuesday, December 27, 2016 Council Meeting Cancelled, Municipal Office Closed

would have shared with Mike, in regard to his business, that he’ll be, as of January first, getting an eight per cent cut in his hydro rate.” When his statement drew jeers from the opposition benches, Duguid continued. “They mock at that Mr. Speaker, as though six to eight hundred dollars a year isn’t much to a small business. Six to eight hundred dollars a year - if it’s about four thousand dollars that his costs are, that sounds about right for the kind of business that he’s running - that’s six to eight hundred dollars that will be going back in Mike’s pocket because of the very important decisions that this government has made, decisions that you obviously don’t’ support, so maybe … the member should explain to Mike why he doesn’t think Mike’s entitled to that six to eight hundred dollars that our discount is going to provide him.” “Instead of admitting the problem, the minister’s response was more Liberal spin,” Pettapiece said. “It was arrogant, out-of-touch, and completely dismissed my constituent’s concerns.”

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