Ontario Community Newspapers

Oakville Beaver, 15 May 1994, p. 5

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Oliver, who distributed copies of the article to board members, said if the report is correct, he is bothered by such an approach to "Should the government not be more concerned about the appointees to the parole board? Should they not interview them before their appointment?" Oliver‘s comments followed a newspaper report that former Oakville regional councilor John Graham was appointed to the provincial parole board in August 1993, but was never interviewed for the post. The board overseeing Halton police will write to the provincial government expressing its concern over the method of appointments. "Some people on parole have caused problems," Oakville counâ€" cilor Fred Oliver told the recent meeting of the Halton Regional Police Services Board. Police services board wants province to interview parole board appointees By BELINDA SUTTON Special to the Beaver oncern that the province may be appointing people to its parole board without interviewing them has prompted a call for clarification of the policy. * A GIFT FOR THE FUTURE ... FREE TREE WITH EVERY PURCHASE Excellence in Professional Photography Hurry! Offer ends June 4/94 Oliver said the parole board reviews applicants for early parole and plays a significant role in deciding whether inmates such as dangerous offenders should be let out. He said he has no ill feelings toward Graham; he is just conâ€" cerned about the policy. Halton police board members agreed a letter should be written asking for clarification and "I think it would behoove this board to draw it to the attention of the provincial government." In an interview, Oliver said if parole board members are appointâ€" ed without interviews, then the process should be changed. "I think it‘s poor business â€" poor judgment on their (governâ€" ment officials‘) party," he said. iting our region," Oliver said. John Graham ’ Preâ€"paid service (4"x6" prints) 24 roll 5"x7" â€" $8.99 "I think it is oneâ€" of â€" the responsibilities of this board to be concerned about the safety of the citizens residing in our region and visâ€" appointments. expressing concern. Acting board chair, Richard Szymezyk, said he or board chair Barry Quinn would draft a letter which will likely be sent to the appointments office of the Solicitor General of Ontario. _ ONLY THING WE OVERLOOK There‘s no place like it! FREE SATURDAY PARKING in all MUNICIPAL LOTS (excluding the Parking Garage) + aflxEflm@flmmgmmdmmmmmSmflgmcwmmgdmfiflflmn‘ x J 2{Jbay . PA PRX 1 4 *4 ks‘ Â¥ D0 $ WN OAKVILLE Downtown Oakville offers the best on shopping, services, and dining. With over 330 shops and services, Downtown Oakville is the one place for all your needs. Our tradition of fine quality goods and excellent service will make your shopping experience unique and unforgettable. 2nd PAIR of GLASSES!!* with purchase of complete pair * Single vision, clear from Selected Frames * may be upgraded to Sunglasses or Bifocals at minimal cost

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