North Wellington Community News January 30, 2020 by WHA Publications Ltd.

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New CAO - Derrick Thompson, left, who was appointed CAO for the Town of Minto at the Jan. 21 council meeting, was welcomed to the municipality by Mayor George Bridge, right, councillors and staff. Photo by Patrick Raftis

Minto names CAO

Derrick Thompson joins staff PATRICK RAFTIS REPORTER

Ready to play - The 12th annual Jeff Davie Memorial Novice Rep Tournament was held on Jan. 25 in Harriston. Doug and Sharon Davie took part in the opening faceoff between Xavier Ditner, left, of the Minto Mad Dogs and Carter Williams of the Wallace Sabres. More coverage on page 8. Photo by Mike Robinson

Municipalities receive grant for IT review PATRICK RAFTIS REPORTER WELLINGTON COUNTY - North Wellington municipalities are among a group of Wellington County municipalities that have secured a $141,000 Municipal Modernization Grant from the province. Wellington North was the lead applicant on the grant, which also included Mapleton and Minto, as well as Centre Wellington, Guelph-Eramosa and the County of Wellington. The grant was among the successful applications announced at the recent Rural Ontario Municipal

Association conference in Toronto. Last fall, the county and its seven member municipalities participated in an operational service efficiency review in response to the Government of Ontario’s Municipal Modernization Grant. The objective was to conduct a review of the operations within each municipality to find efficiencies and cost-savings without compromising services. One of the opportunities identified was to explore common information technology (IT) systems and resources across the county and its member municipalities.

Funds will be used to engage a consultant to review the municipalities’ current IT service delivery models and look for opportunities to be more efficient. “The county put money into a consultant to try and do things through shared services ... we put a joint application into the province and we received $140,000 to do more on an IT study,” Minto Mayor George Bridge explained at the Jan. 21 town council meeting. “Hopefully we’ll get some good stuff out of it.” The final report on the IT service delivery review will be submitted to the province by the end of June.

MINTO – A former Guelph CAO has been appointed to the top administrative post for this municipality. The hiring of new CAO Derrick Thomson was announced at the Jan. 21 Minto council meeting. A press release issued by the town states Thompson comes to Minto “with a wealth of experience and knowledge from his previous positions as the CAO in the City of Guelph and the Township of West Lincoln.” Thomson joined Guelph’s executive team in 2013, was named a deputy CAO in 2014 and appointed CAO in June of 2016, a position he held until February 2019. Thomson previously spent six years as CAO in West Lincoln. “He is an experienced and innovative municipal leader with more than 30 years’ progressive experience in the municipal field, which will be a great addition to Minto’s management team,” the release states. “Derrick possesses a Masters Certificate in municipal adminis-

tration and education from Queen’s School of Business.” Mayor George Bridge stated, “After a very thorough hiring process involving a combination of council and staff, we are thrilled with this announcement. Derrick’s experience in the municipal field and his leadership abilities will fit in perfectly with staff.” Thompson fills a vacancy created by the retirement of former CAO/clerk Bill White in December of 2018. Applications for the CAO position, accepted through consulting firm Ward and Uptigrove, closed on Dec. 6. Minto Fire Chief Chris Harrow has been acting CAO since White’s retirement. Deputy Clerk Annilene McRobb is currently the town’s acting clerk. “I’m so honoured to be ... your new CAO,” Thompson stated at the Jan. 21 meeting after the appointment was announced. “I’m so excited to work with a great council and also great staff. I’d also like to thank Chris for all his hard work over the past year.” Thompson was to start his new position on Jan. 22.

Town projecting $29 increase in local taxes on average residence PATRICK RAFTIS REPORTER MINTO – “The beginning of change” is the theme for the town’s 2020 budget. Fire Chief Chris Harrow, who was acting CAO prior to new CAO Derrick Thomson joining the staff on Jan. 22, worked with treasurer Gordon Duff to present the draft 2020 operating budget to council at a special meeting on Jan. 23. “On day two we didn’t want to throw him to the wolves,” said Harrow. “Derrick has been briefed on it and will comment as necessary.” Harrow noted the “change” theme is appropriate given the arrival of a new CAO more than a year after former CAO Bill White retired from his position. Harrow also noted plans for more sharing of services between municipalities in Wellington County also fit in with the theme. Referencing a quote from the late John F. Kennedy, “Change is the law of life. And those who look only to the

past or present are certain to miss the future,” Harrow said, “I think that’s very appropriate with the shared services and the stuff that we’re talking about … we don’t know what the future holds and we’re going to keep going and looking ahead.” The municipality is experiencing rapid growth, which affects priorities and budgeting, Harrow pointed out. “The significant growth we’ve seen in Minto, that is unprecedented in the 20-year history of Minto. That adds costs and it adds staff and it adds time and work … but we are growing and we’re growing extremely fast,” said Harrow. “We’re trying to keep up with the growth and trying to work with it. Staff is really excited about how we are growing but there are certain ramifications that come with that.” Harrow noted the area’s low unemployment rate, at three per cent, puts pressure on the local housing situation and employment attraction and retention efforts. “Anything under four per cent is

considered full employment,” Harrow pointed out. “We’re working hard to attract more jobs, more factories, more things to come to Minto. But we are worried because we have nothing to staff them with.” Despite the growth, Harrow said the staff complement of the town has remained fairly stable, rising from 40 full-time permanent employees to 44 since 2010. “So with the significant growth that we’ve had over the past decade we’ve added the equivalent of four full-time positions. So I think that’s good that a lot of staff have taken on extra work,” he stated. “I think in the business world if you had a business that’s expanded and grown as much as our municipality has, you would see that probably a lot more. So, again, kudos to the staff because they’ve taken on the extra work, they’ve dealt with it.” The full-time employee figure does not include the town’s 85 volunteer firefighters or summer students, and other part-time and casual employees.

Duff stated overall wages appear higher this year partly because a calendar quirk means there will be an additional pay period in 2020. The budget for the CAO/Clerk department increased $141,000 due to the completion of hiring a new CAO and finalizing other restructuring. Harrow noted most of his salary was assessed to the fire department while he was acting CAO and the CAO/ Clerk department increase accounts for “most of the change that you’ll see in this budget.” The budget indicates the average assessed value of a house in Minto is $242,000 and while that’s up from about $233,000 in 2019, Harrow said assessed values don’t really reflect the current market. “We know that there is some catching up with that. Everybody that’s in the housing market knows that if you can find a house for $242,000 in Minto right now you’re doing pretty good,” he said. “So we know that’s got some catching up to do and the assessments are

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going to keep going up, up, up - which has its own problems.” The draft budget projects a 2020 levy requirement (the amount to be raised through taxes) of $5,558,780, an increase of $271,803, or just over five per cent from the budgeted 2019 levy of $5,286,977. Total spending in the draft budget is estimated at $10,048,000. Additional spending of $4,038,000 for water and wastewater, supported by user fees, is also anticipated. The levy includes about $900,000 in tax-supported capital expenditures. The draft budget notes the 5% local levy increase, when combined with county and education levies would likely project to less than a 3% increase for the average residential ratepayer. Duff said the estimated Minto tax increase on an average house assessed at $242,000 is $29. That a figure does not include any potential county or school board increase. The town will receive about $64,000 less than last year from the SEE DRAFT BUDGET » 3

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Saturday, Feb. 1 Neustadt Lions Club presents The Twist Tops 50s and 60s music Country Clem (Comedian) at Neustadt Community Hall, 6:30pm. Ham and scalloped potato dinner. $25 per person. Tickets: 519-367-2193 or 519-799-5914. « Tin can curling, weather permitting, at the Moorefield Optimist club’s outdoor rink on Ball Avenue. Hot food and cold drinks will be available at the licensed event. Teams of four must preregister ($40 per team) by calling or texting 226-929-5011. « Breakfast fundraiser at the Arthur Hub the first Saturday of each month, 140 Edward St. 8 to 11am. Breakfast is by donation and all funds are used to support the youth programs at the Arthur Hub.

Sunday, Feb. 2 Lasagna dinner at the Drayton Legion, 5:30 to 7pm. $10 adults, 12 and under free. Everyone welcome.

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Thursday, Feb. 6 Arthur Agricultural Society’s Beat the Winter Blues roast beef dinner at the Arthur Community Centre, 5 to 7pm. Adults: $17, ages 7 to 13: $7, 6 and under: free. All welcome.

Friday, Feb. 7 Fish Night at the Arthur Legion, 5 to 7pm. Two piece fish dinner $12. Take out available. « Dart Night every Friday night at the Mount Forest Legion Br 134. Register at 7:30pm. Teams picked and play at 8pm. $5 per player. Everyone welcome. More info, Call Dan 519-323-6123.

Saturday, Feb. 8 Arthur United Church will be hosting a Community Games Night starting at 6:30pm. Open to the entire community. Come, enjoy an evening of board games and family fun, Everyone welcome. For more information contact Janice Walsh, 519848-2022. « Valentine’s Bazaar at the Arthur Legion, 11:30am to 1pm. Country Jamboree 2 to 5pm. Dance to the band Thorn & Roses 9pm to 1am. Tickets $20.

Sunday, Feb. 9 Big Brothers Big Sisters of North Wellington Bowl for Kids’ Sake at the Mount Forest Bowling Centre, 350 Foster St. Feb 9th Arthur/Alma, Feb 23rd - Mount Forest, March 1st - Minto/ Mapleton. Get a team together, collect sponsors, bowl one game and have a chance to win donated prizes. Theme: Crazy Hair/Crazy Hat Day. Call 519-323-4273 for more info or to book your day/time.

Monday, Feb. 10 Mapleton Historical Society Fun and Games Night, 7pm, Drayton United Church. Bring your favourite game 519-6699209.

Wednesday, Feb. 12 Euchre at the Harriston Legion Branch 296. Starts at 7:30pm. Light lunch provided. $5 per person. Bring a partner. For more information call 519-338-2843. « Hooks & Needles for adults at the Palmerston library, Drop in 2 to 3pm. Bring your own project and join others for an afternoon of knitting and crocheting. For more information call 519-3432142. « Mount Forest Lions weekly bingo at the Mount Forest Sport Complex Building. Doors open at 5pm and early bird games start at 6:45pm. Hosted by The Mount Forest Lion’s Club.

Thursday, Feb. 13 Euchre at St Mary RC Church, Mount Forest in the Murray Farwell Family Center at 7:30pm. Doors open at 7pm. $3 includes prizes and light lunch. « Arthur Agricultural Society meeting at the Arthur Community Centre, lower hall, 7:30pm. All welcome.

Friday, Feb. 14 Dart Night every Friday night at the Mount Forest Legion Br. 134. Register at 7:30pm. Teams picked and play at 8pm. $5 per player. Everyone welcome. More info, call Dan 519-323-6123.

Saturday, Feb. 15 Jamming at the Drayton Legion, 2pm. Everyone welcome. « Prince Arthur #334 - masonic family breakfast at the Arthur Curling Club, 8 to 10am. Adults: $10, children under 12: $5. All are welcome. « Winter Rainbow Social at the Harriston library basement, 1 to 4pm. This is a non profit event put on by the Minto Pride Committee. It is meant as a winter social with board games, tea and treats. All ages welcome. Come celebrate all love!

Sunday, Feb. 16 Jamboree at Harriston Legion Branch 296. Admission $5. Doors open at 12pm. Entertainment starts at 1pm. Supper $14. Served at 4:30pm. Musicians, singers, dancers and spectators welcome. For more information call 519-338-2843.

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Strathcona centre celebrates first year in new location MIKE ROBINSON REPORTER MOUNT FOREST Strathcona Long Term Health Care is holding a party for residents and the community on Feb. 4. Residents and staff moved into the new 96-bed long-term care home on Princess Street on Feb. 4, 2019, and held an official grand opening later in the year. Director of therapeutic recreation Sheryl McTavish explained the anniversary party is from 2:15 to 3:15pm. “We will having a slideshow, some meet and greet parrots, cake and punch, and basically just celebrating our first anniversary of our new home,” said McTavish. “It is more a low-key event where residents, families and friends can socialize and reminisce.” When asked how residents enjoy the new location, McTavish said, “Some of the key things the residents absolutely love include all the natural light, the large spaces in

Spiritual needs - Pastor Bob Coutts of Faith Baptist Church in Mount Forest helps address the spiritual needs of Strathcona Long Term Care Centre residents. On Thursdays, the centre welcomes spiritual volunteers from the community.

One year anniversary - Strathcona Long-Term Care Centre will celebrate the one-year anniversary of the new location on Feb. 4. Photos by Mike Robinson which to gather, the larger hallways, and that each resident in semi-private suites has their own window.” She added, “The outdoor space is much more wheelchair accessible and it is very popular.” McTavish also explained

residents enjoy the multi-purpose room, “which allows more people to come and participate in programs they love.” They also appreciate “that we have a café here and that they don’t have to get on an elevator to go to the main dining room for meals.”

Each floor of the facility has its own dining room, which saves residents time. She adds, “they love the dining rooms have table which can be divided so that a taller person can have a portion of the table raised higher, while a smaller person can have a table

lowered. It allows for more individual spaces.” She said overall these changes have helped make residents’ quality of life more enjoyable. McTavish said church services are held every Thursday morning with different ministers from the community, and once a month the in-house chaplain also holds a church service. McTavish noted the centre is looking for additional spiritual providers to help with Thursday morning services.

Volunteer recruitment McTavish explained the Feb. 4 event is also aimed at volunteer recruitment. For anyone interested in becoming a volunteer, she plans to offer tours at around 1pm, prior to the anniversary celebration. “The sky is the limit when it comes to volunteering,” said McTavish. For more information contact Sheryl McTavish at 519323-2140 ex 110 or email at smctavish@svch.ca to set up a meeting.

UGDSB elementary schools to close Feb. 4 and 6 due to ETFO strike JAIME MYSLIK REPORTER

Job action - Elementary Teachers’ Federation of Ontario (ETFO) members from Drayton Heights Public School were striking in downtown Fergus outside of Ted Arnott’s office on Jan. 28 with other Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB) union members from across Wellington County. Strikes are planned for Feb. 4 and 6 in the UGDSB if the province and union can’t reach a deal. Photo by Jaime Myslik

GUELPH – Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB) elementary schools will be closed on Feb. 4 and 6 due to ongoing strike action. The Elementary Teachers’ Federation of Ontario (ETFO) has conducted rotating strikes throughout the province, starting on Jan. 20 and will continue to do so next week if no central agreements are reached. The first ETFO strike

to impact the Upper Grand District School Board took place on Jan. 28. ETFO represents elementary teachers and occasional teachers in the UGDSB. The board website specified secondary schools will operate as usual on Feb. 4 and 6. ETFO president Sam Hammond says the union is striking to ensure appropriate funding for special education; a strategy to address classroom violence; maintaining the Kindergarten program; fair hiring practices; class sizes

Draft budget projects over $10 million in spending in 2020 » FROM PAGE 1 Ontario Municipal Partnership Fund. A staff report notes that funding loss is equivalent to a 1.2% tax increase. “This has been offset by using some of our modernization grant money we have placed in reserves,” the report states. Other draft operating budget highlights include: - the $900,000 capital funding, which has been increased from the $520,000 allocated in the 2019 budget, results partly from moving more paving, storm sewer, sidewalk and flood mitigation from the operating to the capital budget; - the council budget is up by $7,300 primarily to reflect the increased benefits expense due to the loss of the councillors’ one-third tax exemption implemented by the federal government in 2018 and included the 2018 remuneration increase; - the general administration budget is decreased by $93,000 due to reductions in reserve transfers, lower solar revenue and higher write-offs; - the overall people and

property budget is lower by $103,000 primarily due to the wind-down of the National Disaster Mitigation Program flood plain modelling program. MVCA levies are lower by $6,000. Flood mitigation measures have been moved to the capital budget; - the health and social services budget is up by $17,425 due to expansion of the townoperated after-school program and the addition of youth hub and mental health programs; - the Minto Fire budget will rise by about 2.2% to accommodate some fire hall repairs; - the cemeteries budget is increasing by $8,000 to reflect council’s direction to increase maintenance standards; - building and bylaw department budget is up by $86,000 to reflect current staffing levels and better reflect actual results of previous years. “Fee increases have partially offset the larger staff resources which are needed as the large increase in the number and complexity of building applications which has occurred over the last three years,” the budget report notes;

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- the facilities budget has increased about $48,000 as a result of wage increases partially offset by increased fees. The hours and activities at the Palmerston Railway Museum have also been enhanced; - parks and trails costs are up by $10,000, mostly due to wage increases and ball and soccer budgets are up by about $12,000 due to wage increases, new transfers to lifecycle reserves and improved ground maintenance; - the Norgan Theatre continues to enjoy record attendance levels and will be able to contribute $17,500 to reserves for future capital upgrades; and - the economic development budget is up only slightly as staffing costs and increased activity among downtown groups have been offset by expected revenue from shared services initiatives and increased business sponsorships. The tourism budget is set at the same overall amount

as in the previous year. Major projects included in the draft capital budget for 2020 include: - Arthur Street East Connecting Link project in Harriston at $1.2 million; - replacement of the Brunswick Street bridge in Palmerston for $820,000 (pending final approval of grant funding); - Ann Street reconstruction in Clifford, $515,000; - Lawrence Avenue reconstruction in Harriston at $410,000; - $250,000 for design work on a 12th Line culvert reconstruction project; and - more than $80,000 in flood mitigation work in Harriston. Major projects looming further into the five-year capital plan include: - reconstruction of Main Street in Palmerston; - a lift station for the Palmerston Industrial Park; - Whites Road reconstruc-

tion; - Palmerston wastewater facility upgrades; and - reconstruction of John Street in Harriston. The 2020 draft budget includes about $15,000 for engineering work on the Main Street project in Palmerston. Councillor Judy Dirksen said because staff keep council up to date with regular reports “there really was very little in this that was any surprise to me. “It’s just great the way that all of the staff brings things forward to us on an ongoing basis, so that we’re not just hit with this big surprise thing that is our budget.” Dirksen continued, “Really, because you are doing your job and bringing all of this stuff to us ahead of time, it makes our job easier.” The draft budget will be presented at a public open house on March 17 from 5 to 6:30pm in the council chamber.

that meet the needs of elementary students; and compensation that keeps up with inflation. In a Jan. 27 statement Education minister Stephen Lecce said, “The consequences of union-led escalation are real, as families are forced to find child care on short notice. “Repeated escalation at the expense of our students, to advance higher compensation, higher wages and even more generous benefits, is unacceptable for parents and students in our province.” The February strikes will be the fourth and fifth school days public elementary students in Wellington County will miss due to educator union strikes.

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Winter blahs stand no chance With Wiarton Willie’s annual guessfest looming, it appears likely this winter’s weather will bring more of what we’ve seen so far: a bit of this and bit of that, sort of like this column. While prognosticators were calling for everything from snow to rain as January closed out, the longer term forecast shows the mercury heading down, though not exactly plunging, into minus territory as February begins. With that in mind, it’s nice to see north Wellington residents aren’t hibernating and there are a number of events on the horizon to break up what is often the drabbest month. For example, tin can curling is coming up in Moorefield next week. With paint cans doubling as curling stones, the Moorefield Optimists will host the 2020 Tin Can Classic on Feb. 1, weather permitting, at the club’s outdoor rink on Ball Avenue. Anyone

wanting to give it a try needs to collect a team of four and pre-register ($40 per team) by calling or texting 226929-5011. If you prefer your fun indoors, Arthur United Church will be hosting a Community Games Night on Feb. 8, starting at 6:30pm. Open to the entire community, the event offers an evening of board games and family fun. For more information contact Janice Walsh at 519-848-2022. The annual Big Brothers Big Sisters of North Wellington Bowl for Kids’ Sake is coming up at the Mount Forest Bowling Centre. Arthur and Alma area residents hit the lanes on Feb. 9, Mount Forest residents on Feb. 23 and Minto/Mapleton’s bowling day is March 1. It’s a great cause and a major fundraiser for this important organization. This year’s theme is Crazy Hair/Crazy Hat Day. Call 519-323-4273 for information or to book a time.

The Minto Pride Committee is hosting a Winter Rainbow Social in the Harriston library basement on Feb. 15 from 1 to 4pm. The event is billed as a winter social with board games, tea and treats. All ages are welcome. For anyone seeking a great way to spend the Family Day holiday, the second annual Darren’s Day is planned for Feb. 17 at the Palmerston Community Centre. The event, held in memory of Darren More, features a wide range of indoor and outdoor activities, with all proceeds going to Minto Minor Sports, Crime Stoppers Guelph Wellington and community improvement endeavours. More information is available at www.csgw.tips. Whatever the weather, there’s no reason for boredom in north Wellington. Check out page 2 of the Community News every week for a full list of local activities.

Local OPP offer winter driving tips WELLINGTON COUNTY – With the area experiencing wild swings in weather in recent weeks, local drivers have been challenged with everything from blizzard conditions to rain and ice storms. During a major snowstorm recently, Wellington County OPP responded to numerous motor vehicle collisions. “This response to winter driving conditions should remind us that snow covered roads can limit a driver’s abilities,” states a press release from the local detachment, which includes a number of winter driving tips. Drivers should make sure their vehicle is in good operating condition and has the equipment that might be needed, such as snow tires, emergency kit, snow brush, windshield wiper fluid, etc. Clear the snow and ice from windows and lights, both front and rear. Not only can ice and snow limit vis-

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tion, where a driver has the right of way, they should take their foot off the throttle and coast through. “Give yourself time to watch for traffic that isn’t stopping and react,” police urge. Backing into parking spaces will allow a better view of pedestrians, pets and other vehicles when you do go to leave. In a collision a vehicle can be a safe place from hazards. Drivers should decide if it’s safer to exit the vehicle to a safe place or remain inside until help arrives. Don’t wait for municipalities or police to close a road or advise about poor driving conditions. “If you think the driving conditions are poor, they probably are,” police point out. “Wellington County OPP would like to thank all those drivers who’ve made a conscious effort to be safe and responsible on our roadways,” the release adds.

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40 years ago Wellington Advertiser, 1980 The Welcome Wagon began business in Mount Forest. The program welcomes new residents and parents in the town and the communities of Conn, Kenilworth and Holstein. As well as a greeting service, it combines advertising, sales promotion and public relations. An Arthur-area fund drive is showing success in Arthur and Fergus. In the past month, more than $4,000 has been collected for the drive to help pay for the Arthur community arena. The outstanding bank loan balance is now reduced to about $36,000 for the arena. Another canvass is expected next month and the loan should be paid off by May, a spokesman said. Wintario also aided in paying for the $857,000 arena, built in 1977. 65 years ago Harriston Review, 1955 A Czechoslovakian girl, Carol Joan Pachi, won the Canadian senior ladies singles figure skating title in Toronto last week. Ann Johnston, of Toronto, came second and Joan Shippam, of Calgary, came third. These three girls were invited to join the Canadian team for the world figure skating championships in Vienna in February. The men’s senior skating title went to Charles Snelling, of Toronto. Frances Dafoe and Norris Bowden, world pairs champions, retained their Canadian senior pairs title. Winter is well on its way and next Tuesday ushers in the month of February. Wednesday, the 2nd, is the day the bear or groundhog are supposed to come out of hibernation and if they see their shadows there will be six more weeks of winter, so they go back to bed again. We don’t take much stock in such and meteorological statistics have proven them false many times over. Wednesday’s dailies will probably support the above. “Fishin’” talk is already heard around town and it’s only 93 days until the opening of the speckled trout season, which is April 30. 68 years ago Drayton Advocate, 1952 The first of a convoy of four taxis conveying the Palmerston High School girls’ basketball team and their coach to Elmira was in a collision with a car driven by Allan O. Shurley of Elmira, at the corner of the 10th Line of Peel and the AlmaElmira road. Miss P. Groshaw suffered torn ligaments of her left ankle and Miss Patsy Wright received cuts on her chin. Both were given medical attention at the office of Dr. B.A. Sandwith in Drayton. Other occupants of the Palmerston taxi, driven by D. Boyer, were Ardith McRobb, Gwenneth Latch, Mary Wilford and G. Smith, who proceeded to Elmira to play the scheduled basketball game. Both cars suffered extensive damage. The collision was investigated by the Mount Forest detachment of the provincial police. 82 years ago Palmerston Observer, 1938 The funeral of the late Nelson Alfred Dyer was held on Saturday afternoon, Jan. 22, at 2:30pm. The deceased was a locomotive engineer, in the employment of the CNR and was extremely popular with all who knew him. He was born in Surrey, England, on Feb. 25, 1885, son of the late William Thomas Dyer and Mrs. Elizabeth Dyer. On coming to Canada he resided for three years in Toronto, and spent 26 years in Palmerston. Mr. Dyer was united in marriage on Sept. 9, 1911, to Miss Gladys Annie Jenkins, who survives, the ceremony taking place at Listowel. Of this union three children were born: Dick Melvin, of Kapuskasing, John David at home and a daughter, Gwlady Joy, also at home.

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Lions donate to hospital – The Palmerston Lions Club presented the Palmerston and District Hospital Foundation (PDHF) with a cheque for $1,000 on Jan. 23. The Lions Club donation was part of PDHF’s Radiothon fundraiser toward security upgrades at the Palmerston hospital. Palmerston Lions Club president Fred Smith presents PDHF development officer Dale Franklin, with the cheque. Photo by Mike Wilson

Dixi le Roux exhibit set to open at Minto Arts Gallery in Harriston HARRISTON - An exhibition by Dixi le Roux is set to open Feb. 6 at the Minto Arts Gallery. Gallery officials state le Roux is a self taught artist who was born into an artistic family. “It is only after retirement that she has had the time and freedom to fulfill her lifelong passion for art,” states a release from the Minto Arts Council. “Working with established artists either through lessons or workshops, she picked up valu-

able tips on methods, mediums, etc. She works mainly with acrylics using brushes, rollers and palette knives.” Previously le Roux has participated in solo and shared shows, juried shows, and was also part of the New Hamburg Art Tour and participated in Art in the Park, Stratford. The exhibit, entitled The Gates are OPEN, kicks off on Feb. 6 with an artist’s reception from 6:30 to 8pm at the gallery

and runs until Feb. 29. The Minto Arts Gallery is located on the top floor at the Harriston library at 88 Mill St. Gallery hours are: – Tuesday: 6 to 8pm; – Wednesday: 1:30 to 3:30pm and 6 to 8pm; – Thursday: 6 to 8pm; – Friday: 1:30 to 5:30pm; and – Saturday: 11am to 1pm. For more information contact info@mintoartscouncil.ca.

MINTO – Mayor George Bridge said he is disappointed Minto was not among the initial municipalities where projects to expand high-speed broadband services were awarded on Jan 20. However, he expressed optimism the announcement is just the beginning of rural broadband expansion. The contracts to bring highspeed internet services to nearly 2,900 homes and businesses in Wellington County includes agreements for projects in Mapleton, Wellington North, Centre Wellington and GuelphEramosa. A total of $7.5 million in provincial and federal funding was awarded by Southwestern Integrated Fibre Technology (SWIFT) to support four broadband infrastructure projects across 15 under-served communities within Wellington. The total value of the proj-

ects is approximately $12 million, including nearly $4.5 million in contributions from service providers. Bridge, who has worked as part of the Western Ontario Warden’s Caucus over the past several years to help get the SWIFT program established, advised town council at the Jan. 21 meeting that “Minto didn’t get any this first round.” However, he pointed out, “We always knew we couldn’t build everybody’s fibre optics tomorrow. That’s a $4-billion build-out for southwestern Ontario. “But this is a model that works,” Bridge continued. “We have three pilots (projects) in Wellington and the government loves the model now. “So now that we have the model there I think new money coming from the federal government and the provincial government will actually flow through SWIFT.” Bridge noted the business model involves third party

North Wellington municipalities receive almost $2 million through OICIF in 2020 WELLINGTON COUNTY – North Wellington municipalities will receive nearly $2 million through the Ontario Community Infrastructure Fund (OCIF) in 2020. Province-wide, the fund will provide about $200 million to 424 small, rural and northern municipalities to assist with

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Pride committee shares message on value of equity, inclusion PATRICK RAFTIS REPORTER MINTO – Organizers of Minto’s first Pride event last summer made a presentation to council here on the value of supporting diversity. “We’re not here for any particular ask other than to want to share some information,” said Jessica Rowden, of the Minto Pride committee at the Jan. 21 meeting. Rowden opened her presentation with a quote from author and social justice activist L.R. Knost, noting the sentiment is “something we strongly believe in.” “Until our world decides that every human matters, that everyone has a right to food and safety and freedom and healthcare and equality, it is the obligation of those privileged to have food and safety and freedom and healthcare and equality to fight tirelessly for those who do not.” Rowden, who works as an equality and inclusion lead with the Upper Grand District School Board, shared her insights from her “experiences here as a young person in the community and returning within a family.” “I grew up in this community very proudly but throughout my experience in high school I was quick to want to leave, as many in their haste and youth do,” she said. “But it was in my years of reflection afterward that I realized the parts of living in a community like this, and

Pride in Minto - ABOVE: The inaugural Minto Pride in the Park event was held in Palmerston on July 13. RIGHT: Members of the organizing committee include, from left: Jessica Rowden, Caitlin Hall, Raïssa Rogers, Rosie Krul and Samantha Greer. Rowden made a presentation on the value of supporting diversity to Minto council on behalf of the group on Jan. 21. Community News file photos particularly ours, that bothered me and how it was really important to come back and try my best to effect change. “And I heard other people on my team say very similar things about how they couldn’t wait to get away as a youth and how they were back because they wanted to try and change the things that drove them away in the first place.”

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She pointed out that “LGBTQ people have existed through all of noted history … and all different cultures and places of the world and I offer that to you as evidence that this isn’t a trend. This isn’t a new thing. This isn’t going away.” Rowden said “misinformation and ignorance” that results in oppression against LGBTQ community members often comes from those who don’t recognize they are part of the problem. “Another thing we sometimes hear in this world is ‘I’m okay with certain people. I just don’t want to hear about it,’ or ‘It’s too private’ and I appreciate that in a way, but it also minimizes identity in general, as well as the fact there’s a lot of people within that acronym. I’ve heard somebody say that would be the same as saying your Dutch identity is just about clogs … sex and sexuality is one piece of someone’s identity. It doesn’t make up who they are.” She said Pride events serve the same purpose as demonstrations for other types of equal rights movements. “Some of the pushbacks we had experienced and some of the great conversations and great questions we experienced were around why the need to have a celebration and a parade,” she said. “I wanted to draw parallels to the fact that many groups of humans have used those measures to gain rights and freedoms in this world and, as a woman, I’m very thankful for the marches and parades that were done on my behalf by suffragettes all around the world so that I could have equal rights and opportunities.” Rowden said its important for people in positions of leadership and privilege in the local community to stand up for those who can’t stand up for themselves. “It’s very important to us that we use these positions of privilege to do the effecting of change because people who are experiencing the oppression are unlikely to be the change makers on their own behalf, because unfortunately there’s a lot of things against them.” Rowden told council, “We are looking just for your openness to learn with us and understand that the work that we are doing is in support of folks that we believe are experiencing a lot of oppression, that we have many of in our community and that we feel it would be a vast service to our community if we could draw more diverse individuals here and retain the individuals that we have that might be leaving for the same reasons we did as young people.” Rainbow Social Feb. 15 Minto Pride is planning to host a Winter Rainbow Social on Feb. 15 from 1-3pm in the basement of the Harriston

library. The Valentines Day/Family Day event will celebrate “all love and all families,” organizers note. Rowden also noted the 2019 summer Pride celebration will be held in June, which is officially Pride Month. Mayor George Bridge congratulated the group on the inaugural event in 2019. “It was amazing. You did an excellent job for your first event,” the mayor stated. Rowden said about 200 people attended the familyfriendly Pride in the Park party. “We had a ton of children and youth and entire families. I would say from my own understanding about half the people there were not identifying as LGBTQ, they were there just because they believe firmly like we do that the allying work in our communities, that has to happen for all people.” Deputy mayor Dave Turton said, “Since the festival … in Palmerston last year it’s pretty amazing the number of people that are talking about it … it’s really quite unique and I support it “Thank you for coming back to our community.” Councillor Jean Anderson asked Rowden about her reasons for leaving the community as a young person and whether the problems were with peers, teachers or the community at large. “I had two friends growing up in this community … and they experienced physical assault multiple times a week because of their sexuality,” Rowden explained. “Those don’t represent our entire community, and as a teen I knew this as well, but I also knew that in that moment, in that time, as a youth, I did not feel this was a community that truly had the investment in understanding diversity, even cultural diversity or religious diversity.” “That’s very unfortunate. It saddens me to hear that and I’m hoping we get past that,” said Anderson. “That’s profoundly disturbing, but thank you for coming.” Rowden said, “We know that everybody will be looking back in 50 years and seeing that this is common place and we just want to be on the right side of that history.” Youth voices sought Minto Pride is currently seeking youth participation in the planning committee. Minto residents between the ages of 10 and 18 are encouraged to apply. Participants should have an interest in sharing perspective on LGBTQ+ inclusion and celebration in Minto; and be able to attend select meetings in person or via technology. Youth are invited to email a few sentences explaining their commitment and interest to the team at: mintopridecommittee@gmail.com.

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Tournament action - Minto Mad Dog Novice Rep players attack the Wallace Sabres’ net during early action at the Jeff Davie Memorial Tournament in Harriston on Jan. 25. Photo by Mike Robinson

Annual Jeff Davie Memorial Novice Rep Tournament a community tradition BY MIKE ROBINSON REPORTER HARRISTON - A local tradition continued as teams hit the ice early last Saturday morning, in memory of Jeff Davie. Tournament organizers thanked the Davie Family for its support of Minto Minor Hockey in memory of their son Jeff and his love of hockey and the community. In Jeff’s honour, the tournament aims to promote good sportsmanship, fun and a love for hockey. Teams playing in the daylong tournament included the Minto Mad Dogs, Wallace Sabres, Drayton Defenders, Walkerton Capitals, Centre Perth Predators, South Huron Sabres, Lucan Irish and the Clearview Canucks. Assisting with the early morning ceremonial puck drop were Doug and Sharon Davie along with players Xavier Ditner of the Mad Dogs and Carter Williams of the Sabres. Sharon Davie noted that over the years the Jeff Davie Memorial Foundation has provided over $220,000 for community events, baseball field upgrades, hockey scholarships, and funds for the Make a Wish Foundation. She said this year’s funds were split among a dozen Minto organizations, from recreation groups to local fire-

fighters. The foundation’s funding comes from a memorial threepitch tournament held during the August long weekend, she explained. In addition to members of the Davie family, the foundation and events are supported by members of the Cochrane family, who were close friends of Jeff. “They and the community have played a huge role in supporting us,” Sharon said. Minto vs. Wallace The tournament’s first game provided an early victory for the Minto Mad Dogs against the Wallace Sabres. The Mad Dogs kept the Sabres off the scoreboard for the first period, while scorning two of their own goals. The Sabres equalled the score in the final minutes of the second period bringing the score to 2-2. However, the Mad Dogs recaptured their lead by the end of the third bringing the final score to 6-2. Laura Ditner who was running this year’s tournament, said the tournament “was a success and I think a lot of fun for all the children involved.” She added, “Unfortunately, Minto Mad Dogs were put out in the semifinals by South Huron Sabres, but our kids played hard and we were SEE JEFF DAVIE » 9

Wins clinch ‘AA’ playoff berth for 81’s STACIE OSBORNE-DEBOER CORRESPONDENT PALMERSTON – After a bleak start to the WOAA Sr. ‘AA’ season, the Minto 81’s have rallied to clinch a berth in the ‘AA’ playoffs after a pair of wins last week. In a rare Tuesday night game, the 81’s made their way to Lucknow to play the Lancers on Jan. 21. In the first period Minto scored two goals, one by Tommy Hoogaars and other by Collin Hartwick. Lucknow scored once in the first, making the score 2-1 going into second period. The Lancers scored two goals in second and held the 81’s off the score board, taking a 3-2 lead into the third. Hoogaars tied the game in the third to force overtime. With 41 seconds left in OT, Adam Kawalec scored the game winning goal to give the Trains a 4-3 win. On Saturday, Jan. 25, the 81’s hosted the Tillsonburg Thunder at the Palmerston arena for an on-the-edge-of-

Clutch performer - Minto 81’s forward Adam Kawalec was a clutch performer this past week for the team, scoring two overtime, game winning goals in a pair of victories for Minto. Photo by Stacie Osborne-deBoer your-seat contest. In the first period, both teams played a very even game and kept the puck from the net, leaving the score 0-0 going into

Mount Forest Patriots win four straight MOUNT FOREST - The Mount Forest Patriots earned consecutive wins in recent Provincial Junior Hockey League Action. MOUNT FOREST 4 MITCHELL 2 On Jan. 22, the Patriots earned a 4-2 win over the Mitchell Hawks. The Patriots kept the Hawks off the scoreboard in the first period while scoring twice on their opponents. The Patriots’ first goal was by Ryley Cribbin, assisted by Blair Butchart and Hayden Coulter. Next up was a goal by Jack Birkett, assisted by Michael Stefanelli and Colton Culbert. The Hawks came up with a goal in the second by Ethan Hill on a power play, assisted by Carter Lewis and Kyle Langlois. The Patriots came back with their own powerplay with a goal by Cribbin, assisted by Butchart and Troy Weber. In the third, the Hawks earned another goal, this time by Tanner Hertel, assisted by Riley Keupfer and Nathan Hall. The Patriots scored the final goal by Birkett on an empty net. He was assisted by Stefanelli and Weber to end the game 4-2. MOUNT FOREST 5 WALKERTON 1 On Jan. 24, the Patriots earned an away-game 5-1 win over the Walkerton Hawks. Dawson Bolger of the Patriots earned the only goal of the first period, assisted by Coulter and Butchart. Walkerton evened the score early in the second with a goal by Owen Torrie, assisted by Austin Brown and Jordan Borth, but the Patriots recaptured their lead shortly

Take your best shot - Blair Butchart, left, of the Mount Forest Patriots takes a shot at the Walkerton goal during their game on Jan. 24 in Walkerton. Butchart had two assists in the game, which Mount Forest won 5-1. Photo by Pauline Kerr after with a powerplay goal by Coulter, assisted by Cribbin and Butchart. The Patriots then solidified that lead with three unanswered goals in the third. Scoring first was Stefanelli, assisted by Coulter. Next was a goal by Butchart assisted by Chet Philips. The final goal by Jack Birkett, assisted by Stefanelli and Weber, ensured the 5-1 win for the Patriots. MOUNT FOREST 4 KINCARDINE 2 The Patriots’ game versus the Kincardine Bulldogs on Jan. 25 resulted in a 4-2 win. Mount Forest was first on the board with a goal by Coulter, assisted by Cribbin and Philips. Kincardine was up next with a goal by Logan Freiburger,

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the second. The game really picked up with about five minutes left in the second when Kawalec opened the scoring, giving the

Trains a 1-0 lead. With only four seconds left in the second, Tillsonburg scored to tie the game. As the third period rolled around, the score remained 1-1 until the Thunder got a goal with eight minutes remaining. The 81’s didn’t quit, and their determination and perseverance paid off when Shawn Lantz, the newest member of the 81’s, scored with three minutes left on the clock to tie the game 2-2. Neither team would score in the final minutes of the third, sending the game to overtime. For the second time that week, Kawalec scored an overtime, game winning goal, to give the 81’s a 3-2 victory. As the standings sit right now, the 81’s are tied with the Durham Thundercats for seventh place and one point back of Tillsonburg in sixth. All three teams have one game left in the season. The last regular season game for the Minto 81’s is on Sunday, Feb. 2 at 3:30pm in Palmerston against the Lucknow Lancers.

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assisted by Jerrid Fossold and Mike Fiegehen. The Patriots returned with a goal by Stefanelli assisted by Philips and Birket to end the period 2-1. In the second, Weber, assisted by Birkett, built the Patriots’

lead by another goal, followed by a Kincardine goal by Mike Fiegehenassisted by Jerrid Fossold. Cribbin scored the Patriots’ only goal of the third period, assisted by Stefanelli and SEE PATRIOTS » 9

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NOTICE OF THE CLOSURE AND SALE OF UNOPENED ROAD ALLOWANCE Being that Unopened Portion of Road Allowance known as that portion of Pt Queen St. Pl Bolton’s Drayton; Pt Union St Pl Bolton’s Drayton Pt 4, 60R3011; Township of Mapleton, County of Wellington.

Wolves win gold - Two Mapleton youths travelled to Columbus, Ohio with their hockey team, the Waterloo Wolves Minor Bantams, to win four straight games and bring home a gold medal from the Buckeye Tournament. Drew Cribben (front, second from right), and Jack Driscoll (front, second from left) are the two goalies for the team. Driscoll allowed only one goal throughout the tournament. The team consists of 17 players, all from Waterloo except for the two goalies and a player from Seaforth. Submitted photo

TAKE NOTICE THAT pursuant to the Township of Mapleton Disposal of Surplus Lands Policy, the Council of the Township of Mapleton intends to pass a By-law to stop up, close and convey the above-described unopened road allowances to the abutting property owner. These lands are further described as being that Unopened Portion of Road Allowance known as that portion of Pt Queen St. Pl Bolton’s Drayton; Pt Union St Pl Bolton’s Drayton Pt 4, 60R3011, in the Township of Mapleton. Mapleton Council considered this matter on November 26, 2019 in open council (CAO Clerk’s Report CL2019-34) and further directed staff to proceed with various preliminary steps. The bylaw will close up and convey the road and allow the Mayor and Clerk to execute all ancillary documents as they pertain to the sale of the said lands. THE PROPOSED BY-LAW will come before the Council for consideration at its regular meeting to be held on Tuesday, February 11, 2020 at 7:00 p.m., in the Township of Mapleton Council Chambers, located 7275 Sideroad 16, east of Drayton. WRITTEN COMMENTS regarding the proposed closure and sale of unopened road allowances may be submitted to the Municipal Clerk no later than 5:00 p.m. on February 4, 2020. DATED this 23rd day of January 2020 at the Township of Mapleton.

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» FROM PAGE 8 proud of their resilience and dedication to our goalie and teammates.” In the ‘B’ finals, the Lucan Irish won 6-2 over the Clearview Canucks. In the ‘A’ finals were the Walkerton Capitals versus South Huron Sabres. With one minute of play

in the third period, Walkerton scored the winning goal, bringing in a 4-3 victory. Sharon and Doug Davie handed out the final medals and trophies to teams. Ditner offered thanks to sponsors and businesses who donated and to parents for all their hard work. Sponsors and supporting

businesses included: the Jeff Davie Memorial Foundation, TG Minto Palmerston, Harriston Veterinary Services, Palmerston Chiropractic, Naturopathic and Massage Therapy, Minto Auto INC.. Harriston Meat Packers, Kitchener Rangers Hockey, Guelph Storm Hockey and True North Tribe.

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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Location of the Subject Land The property subject to the proposed amendment is legally described as Survey Loughran, Part Lot 6 with a civic address of 38 McGivern Street (Moorefield). The property is approximately 0.06 ha (0.15 ac) in size and the location is shown on the map below.

» FROM PAGE 8 Butchart, ending the game 4-2 for the Patriots. MOUNT FOREST 4 GODERICH 1 On Jan. 26, the Patriots took down the Goderich Flyers to earn a 4-1 win. The Patriots dominated the first with goals by William Black, assisted by Michael Anselmini and Nathan Bolger, followed by a second Patriots goal by Cribbin on a power play assisted by Butchart and Birkett. The second period remained scoreless for both teams. In the third, Cribbin scored early, assisted by Blair Jenkins. Flyers player Kaden Hoggarth, unassisted, earned the team’s only goal of the game. Cribbin, assisted by Birkett and Mason Kameka, scored once more for the Patriots, ending the game 4-1. Coming up Upcoming games for the Patriots included a rematch against Goderich on Jan. 28 (results not known by press time). On Jan. 31 the team face Kincardine, followed by two weekend games against Mitchell - on Feb. 1 and 2.

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The Purpose and Effect of the Application The purpose and effect of the proposed amendment is to rezone the subject lands to permit the sale of alcohol within the existing convenience store outlet through a partnership with the Liquor Control Board of Ontario (LCBO). Additional relief may be considered at this meeting. 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 at the address shown below. Power of the Tribunal to Dismiss Appeals If a person or public body would otherwise have an ability to appeal the decision of the Council of the Township of Mapleton to the Local Planning Appeal Tribunal but the 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. 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 may not be added as a party to the hearing of an appeal before the Local Planning Appeal Tribunal unless, in the opinion of the Tribunal, there are reasonable grounds to do so.

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PATRICK RAFTIS REPORTER MINTO – Town council has referred the proposed sale of Beehive Park back to the municipality’s Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee (PRAC) after hearing a Jan. 21 presentation from citizens opposing the sale. Council declared the land surplus on Dec. 3 and directed staff to provide public notices of the proposed sale. Located on Wellington Road 109 between Harriston and Teviotdale, the park was the site of a one-room schoolhouse until the mid-1960s. It was operated as a roadside rest stop by the provincial Ministry of Transportation (MTO) for many years after the school closed. In 2000, after the local portion of Highway 9 was downloaded from the province to the county, the newly-amalgamated Town of Minto purchased the property for $1 and continued to operate it as a roadside rest stop and picnic area. A Dec. 3 staff report estimated it costs the town about $2,500 annually to maintain the park, including expenses such as grass cutting, a portable washroom, staff time and supplies. In addition, staff cited incidents of vandalism and garbage dumping as concerns. On Jan. 7 council received a letter from Minto resident Dorelene Anderson opposing the sale and councillor Mark McKenzie requested the matter be put on the agenda for the Jan. 21 meeting. Prior to the public portion

of the Jan. 21 meeting, council discussed in closed session a report that included an appraisal of the property. At the Jan. 21 meeting, about 18 members of the delegation and community supporters were in the gallery and eight letters from local residents opposing the sale were included in the agenda package. Acting clerk Annilene McRobb confirmed two additional letters had been received after the deadline for inclusion and would be part of the package for the next meeting. On behalf the delegation, Minto resident Meg Young asked council to “reconsider your decision to declare this property surplus and prevent the sale.” “This lot was the home of the first one-room school house in Minto Township, known as SS #1 Beehive. Its history dates back to the 1800s,” said Young. She noted the delegation recognizes there have been problems with garbage and dumping on the lot in recent years. “This was very unfortunate for sure, but keep in mind this could happen anywhere within the town of Minto,” Young said. “The history of S.S.#1 Beehive school is important because it connects us to specific times, places and events that were significant milestones,” continued Young, who said she attended the oneroom school until she reached Grade 4. “The Beehive Women’s Institute took steps to acknowl-

edge this piece of history by placing a commemorative stone on the property ... We were very surprised to find out second hand that the stone had been removed and wondered why it was moved and when that happened?” Young said the rest area is “a wonderful green space with mature trees used by many travellers.” Noting the lot size is approximately a half-acre, or 150 by 150 feet, she said, “If sold we question what a potential buyer could even use it for?” Young said the group disagree with the idea selling the property would save maintenance costs and encourage the travelling public to stop downtown to support local businesses. “It is our opinion that travellers may actually plan their route to the beaches of Lake Huron because they know there is a place to stop, rest, use the washroom, which is approximately half way.,” she said. “Also, with McPhail’s RV business just down the road, they can also stop and pick up anything they may need. Who is to say that those same travellers do not then make a stop in Harriston to pick up any last minute groceries? To think that people pulling trailers or driving RVs would stop in Harriston if that rest area was closed, seems far-fetched at best. There simply is not enough parking and there are no public washrooms. “They may in fact, chose a different route if the rest area was closed.”

Young pointed out the park could actually be used to promote Minto businesses and activities. Noting the space is currently used by the town for a mobile sign promoting local events, Young suggested the town install a permanent sign welcoming travelers. “This sign could display such things as; information about the three urban communities, a website address to check for upcoming events in the community, information on sewage disposal, note overnight camping available, theatre schedules, the list goes on. The idea being use what we already have,” she stated. “Beehive rest area has great visibility for advertising.” Young suggested council members might not have been aware of the history of the property when they voted to dispose of it. “We have to wonder if each member of council were aware of the history of this site and the importance of it to the community, prior to casting their vote to declare it surplus. Did you all make an informed vote?” After asking council to reconsider, Young presented several questions on behalf of the delegation: - has there been an appraisal on the property and if so what is the estimated value?; - does the town have a potential buyer?; - is the lot big enough to allow a building?; - has thought been given to the historical significance of SEE RESIDENTS » 11

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Residents oppose sale of park » FROM PAGE 10 this property?; - why and when was the marker stone moved? McRobb advised the delegation the stone was moved earlier this month and Mayor George Bridge addressed the question of why it was moved. “If we had a buyer … right away … there was some concern they might not be able to get the stone out because of frost or whatever. So [staff] took it for safety and they’ve got it at the shop, so it’s not as if it’s never going back if the situation changes.” Young asked council who actually owns the stone. “I guess if it’s sitting on town property it would be town property at that point in time. I know it was donated by the women’s institute way back in 2003,” said Bridge. “The rock does not belong to the Town of Minto,” Dorelene Anderson, a member of the delegation, told council later in the meeting. “It belongs to the Beehive Institute, which I am a representative of. I’m angry that it was taken out.” Bridge said he sees no reason the rock could not be put back at the site. “I can tell you right now if somebody in this room wants to take it back and look after it, I’m sure the boys would let you do that,” the mayor stated. Bridge said the town’s chief building official has indicated the park is considered “a qualified building lot.” He said the town does not have a buyer lined up and he declined to reveal the appraised value “because we don’t do that.” Bridge added, “it’s fairly expensive to buy a lot ... especially in the country because they’re not making any more. You can’t get that type of lot to build on.” Minto resident Marty Pronk, who was in the gallery,

asked council for more time to propose solutions. “I’m asking for you to give us a couple of months to put a plan together see what we can do,” said Pronk. “If it’s about the cost of maintaining, cutting grass emptying the sewage out of the Johnny-on-the-spot ... let’s gets some meetings together … I want to see this thing stay public. I want it as a rest area and I want it part of Minto township. Later, under new business, MacKenzie raised the possibility of revisiting the resolution authorizing the sale. “Through respect for public opinion, is there any interest in this council in revisiting the Beehive matter through a motion?” he asked. “There probably would be a point of order in that,” said councillor Ron Elliott, pointing out it would require the support of two-thirds of the council (five of the seven members) to overturn a resolution. “My recommendation would be to send it back to PRAC for their reconsideration and, in turn, bring it back to council for their consideration. And in that time we get a chance to revisit everything that was said and everything that was brought forward,” said Elliot, who cautioned there could be only one chance to revisit a motion. “I’m afraid that if you made that motion and you lost, or as a council we didn’t revisit, then as a council we never revisit it again,” stated Elliott. “We would get a chance to do it again through the sale of the property,” MacKenzie replied. “No, the motion read that it was also a sale of the property. It was the surplus and the sale of the property,” Elliott insisted. “If you revisit it and we vote and you don’t get five votes, then it would never be revisited again, you can’t.”

“I think Ron’s right. If you bring it up right now I don’t think you’re going to get your two-thirds,” said Bridge. “I would say give the staff at least a month to get all the information that’s been presented.” Bridge stressed he believes town staff, in recommending the sale of the park, was simply following a mandate from council. “In fairness to the staff, we tell them all the time ‘Look for savings. Look for opportunities.’ And that’s what they were doing,” Bridge stated. “PRAC had already had a look at this,” said MacKenzie. “I’d rather deal with it tonight … if it goes back to PRAC we’re going to have to go through this again.” “You’re asking us to change our overall vote … that’s different than having PRAC come back with a recommendation again,” said Bridge. Elliott added, “all this information wasn’t brought to PRAC at the time. All we had was onesided information.” “But if we make a motion to overturn it tonight, we’re showing our support for these people and I will fess up I didn’t grow up here – I had no idea. I didn’t know about the school,” said councillor Jean Anderson. “Ron is right. I would guess that you would lose that motion,” Bridge stated. “This is an opportunity to get all the facts on the table so we can have a proper discussion again and we’ll still have to have that two thirds vote no matter what.” “And I would agree that having that two thirds vote, with the added information from PRAC … that may make a difference. I’m not overly confident in having that vote to rescind tonight,” said councillor Judy Dirksen. A motion to ask PRAC to revisit the matter was approved unopposed.

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Offering shelter - Norm Eygenraam of Multi Shelter Solutions in Palmerston was one of the many participants in the Guelph Organic Conference tradeshow on Jan. 25. Photo by Mike Robinson

Fairytale skate set for March 7

30 years of service - Arthur nursing home staff recently celebrated its 2019 Employee Service Awards. Among the 12 employees at Caressant Care Arthur Nursing Home celebrating was Gail Van Hout. She has been with Caressant Care Arthur for 30 years and currently works as a ward clerk serving residents. Service award recipients received a commemorative clock, card and pin. Event organizers offered congratulations to Van Hout and all recipients for their service to Caressant Care Arthur residents. Submitted photo

ARTHUR - Local residents are invited to lace up their skates and hit the ice with some of their favourite characters of the big screen. Giddy Up N’ Go Ponies are presenting a family skate with some favourite characters. Participants can skate with Elsa, Anna, Olaf or enjoy a meet and greet with Chase and Peppa Pig. There will be face painting, hot chocolate and cupcakes, along with a keepsake for all children. The event is set for March 7 at the Arthur and Area Community Centre. Tickets are $25 for children and $20 for adults. Contact giddyupngoponies@gmail.com for booking and inquiries.

Three close games kick off NDCHL hockey playoffs The first week of post season play resulted in three close one-goal games in NDCHL hockey action. All three were game one of best-of-three semifinal series. DRAYTON 1 COMMUNITY 0 After a scoreless two periods, Rob DeWeerd snapped in a power play goal underneath the pads to give Drayton the third period lead. Assisted by Brandon Rumph. The goal stood the test of time and proved to be the only goal of the game. Kevin Ottens turned away 24 shots in net to earn the shutout. FLORADALE 3 LISTOWEL 2 Listowel took an early lead in the first period when Mike Gingrich rolled the puck in the short side for the unassisted goal. Floradale tied the game midway through the second with a shot through the five

hole by Javan Martin. Assisted by Corey Wideman and Nick Martin. Both teams exchanged goals in the final minute of the period. Josh Shantz scored for Listowel with a shot over the blocker, assisted by Braeden Gingerich. Gary Martin finished a scramble at the net for the Floradale goal, assisted by Javan Martin. It was the third period that decided the game. Floradale took the lead to start off the third and held on for the win. Conner Bauman buried the puck as he was hauled down on the ice in a spectacular finish. Tim Martin drew an assist on the play. BETHEL 3 MISSIONARY 2 This game required sudden-death overtime to decide the winner. Following a scoreless first period Bethel used a power

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