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Don't forget about animais at Christmas Staff of Milton police station collecting donations for animals that have been abandoned, abused Staff at the Milton police station are asking residents to remember aban- doned and abused animals this Christmas through Project Wishbone. The station, located at 490 Childs Dr., is collecting donations for the ani- mals at the Upper Credit Humane Society - which services part of Halton - along with the Acton and Georgetown stations. Donations will be accepted until next Friday Organizers are hoping residents will think of the animals at the humane society when they're out choosing a toy or treat for their own pets. "These animals ask very little out of life - some love, a soft bed, veterinari- an care and a bowl of food," said a spokesperson for the project. "This year we hope to give those animals at the Upper Credit Humane Society all those things and maybe a few toys." The animals' wish list includes: »For dogs - smoked marrow bones, new or used blankets, leashes, collars, igloos, toys, stainless steel water buckets and beds *For cats - large cat cages, clump- ing cat litter, nail clippers, treats, kitten formula, cat carriers, cat condos, litter boxes, scratching posts •For rabbits - water bottles, pellet food, Timothy hay, toys, new or used small animal cages Also needed are cleaning materials including scrubbing brushes and laun- dry soap, office and medical supplies, a de-humidifier and new or used large and small animal veterinarian scales. Money donations will also be accepted. Tax receipts will be issued for donations more than $25 if requested. The Upper Credit Humane Society is supported by volunteers and operates daily on donations from the communi- ty. The Canadian Champion, Friday, December 15, 2006 - B9 Great Gift Idea Get Involved, S Halton Regional Council invites you to help make decisions and provide input as part of a Citizens Committee, Board, or Advisory Group. Appointed for a four-year term, these groups tackle important issues such as the development of community services, waste management, and water conservation. These appointments give Halton residents from a variety of backgrounds the opportunity to contribute their skills and perspective to enhance the quality of life in our community. Halton Regional Council wishes to ensure that its Boards and Committees reflect the diverse nature of ils community, and invites all residents of Halton to consider these opportunities. A separate application form must be submitted for each committee for which you wish to apply. Application forms are available on our website www.halton.ca, or from the Office of the Regional hare Your Ideas Clerk, Halton Region, 1151 Bronte Road, Oakville during business hours from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Completed application forms must be received at the Office of the Regional Clerk no later than January 8th, 2007 at 4:30 p.m. Completed forms may be submitted on-line, by mail or by fax to 905-825-8838. You will be contacted for an interview. An interview committee of Regional Council will recommend qualified candidates for these positions to Regional Council. Note: Meeting times are subject to change. Monica Wallenfels Regional Clerk Joint Municipal/Regional Waste Management Advisory Committee Purpose: To advise and assist the Halton Region with respect to the minimization of waste going to the landfill site through such activities as reduction, reuse and recycling of solid waste generated in Halton. Members Needed: 8 citizens Meetings: Held quarterly, evenings Contact: Rob Rivers, Director, Waste Management, ext. 7689 Lake Ontario Shoreline Algae Action Advisory Committee Purpose: To advise and assist Halton Region with respect to the Lake Ontario nuisance algae issue. Members Needed: 3 citizens Meetings: Held quarterly Contact: Jacqueline Weston, M.A.Sc., P. Eng., Manager Infrastructure Planning, ext. 7433 Royal Botanical Gardens - Board Of Directors Purpose: Royal Botanical Gardens is currently implementing an exiting transition plan that includes the rebuilding of ils mandated activities and involves a phased capital development plan that is about to begin. experence an skiis n one or more t tre ollowing areas: • Financial - Fundraising and Development • Marketing Meetings: Once a month on Thursdays from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at RBG Centre in Burlington. Contact: Mark Runciman, Executive Director at (905) 527-1158 extension 221 NOTICE TO ALL CITIZENS OF HALTON REGION HALTON REGIONAL POLICE SERVICES BOARD The Council of the Regional Municipality of Halton is seeking one citizen-at-large to represent it on the Halton Regional Police Services Board for a four year term. The Halton Regional Services Board is responsible for the provision of adequate and effective police services in Halton. The Board must also satisfy itself that the standards issued by the Ministry of Community Safety and Correctional Services are upheld, involvement in the day-to-day operating decisions of the police service is prohibited. The Board meets a minimum of 12 times a year, on the 4th Thursday of each month, all day, commencing at 9:00 a.m. Meetings are held in the Halton Regional Police Services Headquarters building, or may be held on a rotational basis throughout the Region. Applicants must be willing to commit a minimum of twenty hours per month for Board business; however, this can increase dramatically if members are involved in collective bargaining. Board members are also required to attend evening and week- end functions to represent the Police Services Board. All applicants will be required to apply for and obtain a security clearance at the Police For further information on Board responsibilities, qualifications and desired skill, cail Dorothy McDonald, Executive Director, Halton Regional Police Services Board at (905) 825-4747, ext. 5014. 111Bo. eRaOavle Ontari L6 . L - T e -2-00e lFee :. 864 ALO - TT : :2-83-vvv.atnc