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WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 27, 1996 THE GEORGETOWN GEMINI Main Street options discussed at meeting BY JAMIE HARRISON The Georgetown Gemini The November meeting of the Georgetown Community Consultation Committee in- cluded Business Improve- ment Area chair Emma Rock's presentation on the concerns of downtown mer- chants with regard to recent events on the street. Rock told the committee that a variety of options are being investigated to help solve the problems of loiter- ing, vandalism, and reports of possible drug dealing. Rock said that Town of Halton Hills councillors have taken a proactive role in try- ing to find solutions to these problems. Sergeant Scott McLaughlin reported that October had been a fairly quiet month for the Halton Regional Police Service with 12 incidents of thefts from cars reported, 41 charges of theft under $1,000, 42 as- sault complaints (18 charged, four outstanding), a few arsons, and a continuing fo- cus of stopping a series of break-ins on Dublin Line and capturing the culprits in- volved. Those break-ins have po- lice investigating a possible connection with similar break-ins reported by Guelph and Caledon OPP, who re- port break-ins with definite similarities. Sgt. McLaughlin also re- ported that in addition to Halton Regional Police Serv- ice's RIDE program, the Christmas program willsoon be activated. Regarding the continuing traffic situations on Maple Avenue and Mountainview Road, Sgt. McLaughlin re- ported that United Aggre- gates Ltd., (UAL) has been helpful in responding to the complaints of Maple Avenue residents. "UAL has helped tremen- dously. Ifa truck is on Maple Avenue before 6 am (the posted truck traffic curfew), the driver is banned from the quarry for one week. That translates to a lot of money because they are paid by the run," McLaughlin said. The committee also heard that in a recent Ministry of Transportation truck safety blitz, HRPS assisted in pull- ing over 19 trucks, of which 11 had serious safety viola- tions. Members of the police service are hosting a dance, from which the money raised will go to benefit two youth centres, one in Georgetown, the other in Milton. Committee member Doug « Magwood prevailedupon the committee to send a letter of support for the police service budget. The budget willmean 10 more constables in Halton. ART UPHOLSTERY LTD. RE-UPHOLSTERY SPECIALISTS Don't wait for the Christmas rush to obtain an estimate. Call for free Shop-at-Home Service. DO IT NOW AND SAVE $$$ Ae 1000's of fabrics to choose from to meet your decorating needs °15 years established SURPRISE DISCOUNT FOR CUSTOMERS. ORDERING AT TIME OF BOVAIRD WILLIAMS PKWY oF TORBRAM eae Leitch started at the Region in April of 1991 as Commissioner of Public Works and became Commissioner of Planning and Public Works in July, 1995. Regional Public Works commissioner resigns Art Leitch, the Commissioner of Planning and Public Works forthe Region of Halton, has tenderedhis resignation, effective Nov. alike." "Mr. Leitch is leaving the Region to pursue a career in the private sector," said Regional Chair Joyce Savoline. "He has broughta wealth of information and knowl- edge to the Region which has been utilized to Halton's benefit for the past five years. He will be missed by staff and councillors Are you tired of greasy fast food, bland, dried out hamburgers, card- board pizza or boring green salads? Why don't you give the Red Dog Café a try on Tuesday night? We offer delightful pastas made with entirely fresh ingredients. All our great food is prepared from scratch on the premises. We even bake our own bread and desserts. Our menu is priced very reasonably and you'll be amazed at the great values. Tuesday night is an exceptional deal when two can enjoy our pastas for the price of one! Reservations 853-3947 % CHRISTMAS GIFT SALE* Red Dog Hats, T-Shirts and Sweatshirts now 20% off Red Dog Gift Certificates would make a great Christmas gift for anyone! AIRPORT RD SALE s (*just a reminder that we are no longer at the Hwy 7 & 10 Bypass and are located at) 2053 Williams Pkwy., #45 Bramalea, Ont. (east of Airport Road) (905) 458-5036 Guaranteed for 15 y in spite of your kids. pay for it ater OT A Pergo Original floor carries not just a guarantee. It's a 15-year triple guarantee against wear, stains and even fading. Meaning through all the years of finger paints, grape juice and indoor soccer matches, your Pergo floor will remain beautiful. If only your nerves held up as well. Camden nye flitetlons (905) 873-2526 Original RGO Laminate Floor 265 Guelph Street