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Town Honors Safe Driving Employees with Pins and Plaques The Canadian Statesman, Bowmanville, Wednesday, May 5,1993 9 Concern Over Increase in Rabies Rabies is on the rise in Durham Region. The number of animals testing testing positive for rabies increased last year by 344%. The forecast for 1993 is for a continued increase in rabid animals. Each year, since 1984, the Health Department has been involved in the promotion of Rabies Awareness Week. During Rabies Awareness Week, elementary school children, mainly from kindergarten to Grade 2, are taught five (5) basic rules in the classroom, which will help them to avoid exposure to rabies. The five basic rules, to "Be Rabies Rabies Wise" arc: 1. Avoid wild animals and strays Candidate Shares Views Hoping to Win Nomination Durham Riding residents arc fed up with political posturing and want solutions, a candidate for the Liberal nomination in Durham said recently. Some of the Town of Newcastle Public Works employees were given pins and plaques for achieving have come rnmany^raclusfonf atout 19 and more years of accident-free driving records. Here (in the back row from left to right) are: Murray people's attitudes to both government Flett, Gord Sellers, Bill Harris and Murray Sheehan. In front (left to right) are Ellwood Hawes, John and politicians," said Alex Shepherd. Gordon and Dan Taylor. Mr. Shepherd added that the citi zens want jobs and a secure future most of all. "I have watched factories close, families lose their houses, marriages and self-respect, with little input by government or politicians on why this is happening or how to assist people in adjusting to these changes," Mr. Shepherd added. Alex Shepherd, a chartered account account and businessman from Scugog Township, is among the candidates vying to become the Liberal standard- bearer for Durham in the next federal election. Mr. Shepherd is also an executive officer of over 10 companies in Canada Canada and the United States. He has served as a director of the Scugog Chamber of Commerce and is a past executive member of the Lions and Rotary Club. A nomination meeting has been scheduled for Monday, May 10, in Bowmanville, to choose the candidate. candidate. "The country is approaching the abyss where foreign lenders will curtail curtail financing continuous borrowing," Mr. Shepherd said in a prepared text. He added that the only reason why the current Tory government has refused refused to act is because they are concerned concerned that they may not be liked and that "their leadership campaign may get wallowed in dealing with real problems rather than a personality contest. Gord Sellers (left) has had a 34-year clean driving and accident- free driving record while working for the Town of Newcastle Public Works Department. Murray Sheehan (right) outranks him with a 43- year clean driving record for.the works department. The two men received received their awards during a safe driving awards presentation at the Bowmanville Recreation Complex last week. The two are shown here with Ward One Regional Councillor Larry Hannah, the councillor councillor responsible for Public Works. NOTICE ROAD CLOSING Prince Street, Bowmanville, from Liberty Street to Simpson Avenue, will be closed for approximately 10 weeks, commencing May 10th, 1993. We regret any inconvenience this may cause. Date of Publication: May 5,1993 South Durham Region Veterinary Association RABIES VACCINATION CLINICS 1993 The South Durham Region Veterinary Association is holding six low cost RABIES VACCINATION CLINICS at the following locations: WHITBY Tuesday, May 4, 1993 1:00 to 4:30 p.m. Iroquois Park Arena 500 Victoria St. W. BROOKLIN Tuesday, May 11, 1993 2:00 to 5:30 p.m. Luther Vlpond Memorial Arena Winchester Road PICKERING Tuesday, May 18, 1993 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. OSHAWA Thursday, May 6, 1993 12:00 to 4:00 p.m. North Oshawa Arena Mary Street BOWMANVILLE Thursday, May 13, 1993 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. Public Works Garage Liberty St. - south of 401 AJAX Thursday, May 20, 1993 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. Ajax Community Centre Old Arena Floor Don Boer Sports Arena 940 Dillingham * NEW LOCATION * FEE: $12.00 per animal CASH ONLY - correct change please For Dogs and Cats ONLY. The animal must be over 4 months of age in good general health. ALL ANIMALS MUST BE PROPERLY RESTRAINED - all dogs on leashes, all cats In carriers or boxes. The South Durham Veterinary Association WILL NOT be responsible for any loss of animal or personal Injury to any animal or person attending the Robies Clinics. These clinics are supervised by veterinarians and staff of Animal Hospitals In South Durham Region. Liberal Hopeful Meets with Small Business Owners To Hear Concerns Local business leaders are sharing their insights into the current political scene face to face with federal Liberal Liberal hopeful Glenn Malcolm. As part of his ongoing collaboration with people people within the Durham riding, Malcolm Malcolm has met with many Bowmanville Bowmanville business owners in recent days, consulting with them about their concerns. One retailer shared his concern with Malcolm about the economy and leadership, stating, "I want representatives representatives to get down to our level again. Wc need responsive leadership in this country if small business is to survive." Malcom confirmed this perception, perception, and noted that ho has been hearing similar sentiments across the riding. He went on to suggest, "Starting "Starting a small business can be very discouraging discouraging under the current banking system. I believe it is time to look at the banking rules to determine if they arc still relevant to these difficult limes." Malcolm confirmed his commitment commitment to the small business community, community, noting "Small business creates 80% of the new jobs in this country. What is good for small business business is good for Canada and the economy." economy." Another local businessman was "What is really insulting is that they are telling all Canadians that they .. are stupid. That, somehow, we will all 'ESK&sbfc sœur t 1,e ss * » «* situation. "The GST has hurt busi-^^* °_f me Titomç/ h^sa^ ness, but people think some kind ofi tax is necessary to replace it." Malcolm Malcolm noted that the Liberals propose a fiat tax system that would encourage encourage entrepreneurs and this was heartily heartily endorses. As Malcolm continued his discussions with others along the main street, he was met with similar comments, reinforcing the level of fmstration within the business community. community. A comment that was repeated repeated several times was "I am fed up with all the broken promises from politicians." One business person stated "We must get government off our backs, the tax burden is getting unbearable." Malcolm agreed that such perceptions of the system and politicians were common and unfortunately unfortunately in many cases, they were warranted. Throughout his tour of the town, Malcolm continued to reinforce the message that Canadians need to have their hopes restored once again. "The people arc asking for change, not campaign rhetoric and empty promises. promises. My promise is that I will go to Ottawa Ottawa with a positive attitude towards change, and that I will not lose touch with the people of my riding. I make that promise to every one in our riding." riding." ■ Malcolm maintains that his approach approach to tackling the issues of the small business community is to continue continue listening to concerns and ideas of the people, and in mm, suggest options options to to considered for further feedback. Based upon the response from many local business people, his approach is on target with their concents concents and issues. 10 karat Gold Charms MM ( )® Specially I'rieetl for Mom Wqt ooo Diamond Earrings Ml, 1)1)171 0.03 enrol T.W Kelt, $30 1)1)172 00!) enrol T.W. Keg, $1111 DDI73 0.10 enrol T.W Keg. $138 1)1)171 0.10 enrnt T.W. Reg, $108 1)1)175 020 enrol T.W. Keg. $.78 1)1)170 0 2D enrol T.W, Keg, 1318 1)1)177 030 enrol T.W. Keg. $158 SALE! 29 SALE' 40 SALE'99 SALE'149 SALE '199 SALE'249 SALK'1129 Selected 10 karat Gold Chains Many styles to choose from. Save up to 50% Lair D'or Perfume Gift Sets *24 95 Free Gift Wrap Hooper's Jewellers Wrtuhmnkim Hwr Family Jeweller Since 1945 Mm 'VJ l o. r o tl ' <l Pr» n)ii«» 39 King St, W. 1)23-5747 Bowmanville» an,».» In reference to the April 26 Federal government budget, Mr. Shepherd stated that the document failed to address address Canada's ongoing debt and other other economic conditions. He estimates that, including provincial provincial debt, each Canadian owes $45,000. Moreover, the debt is increasing increasing at a rate in excess of $65,000 per minute. "I do not care what political stripes we have, wc all must work together to solve our country's problems." •The Liberal contender also stated that government spending must be curtailed in many areas. He warns that government must do away with duplication duplication in the civil service at all levels of government. He adds that an 11 per cent unemployment rate must not be accepted as a foregone conclusions. "Wc must curtail the deficit while attempting to create new and challenging challenging jobs. It's not easy, for sure, but is a better policy than looking at ourselves ourselves in the mirror. Com/Soc Services Minister to Speak In Oshawa May 12 Tire Minister of Community and Social Services, Mr. Tony Silipo, , will address a general membership meeting of The Oshawa and District Association for Community Living on Wednesday, May 12th, 1993 at' 7:30 p.m. Mr. Silipo will discuss topics topics such as ministry initiatives for persons with special needs, funding changes for handicapped persons, ministry assistance for restructuring while maintaining quality services and jobs, and the goals and specific objectives of his ministry. The meeting meeting will include a question period. To be hold at the C.A.W. Union Hall, 1425 Phillip Murray Avenue, Oshawa, the meeting is free to members members and clients of Community Living Living Associations, and $3.00 to all others. Editor's Mail To the Editor: I am collecting essays or anecdotes anecdotes from Canadian women which tell about the circumstances surrounding surrounding their most memorable laughs. In order to record more about lliis enjoyable and fun aspect of female female lives, I need lo hear about u large number of amusing to hilarious, personal laughter occasions. If us Itoped, the result is a took with cross-Canada representation, correspondents whose letter content is included, will receive acknowledgement acknowledgement (unless they request oilier- wise), 1 look forward to mail from your area; anyone interested, please write me: Joyce llihhm S67 Pcmbmgc Crescent Kinuston, Ontario K7M6US 2. Stay away from sick or dead animals. animals. 3. Report sick animals to parents. 4. Tell your parents if you hâve been bitten or scratched by any animal. animal. 5. Vaccinate your pets. These rules arc printed on the different different "Rabies Activity Sheets" which the children may work on in the classroom. They arc encouraged to bring their work home and share this information with their parents. In this way the parents are reminded about the rabies hazard which always exits in our Region. The Rabies Awareness Week elementary elementary school program has been effective effective in reducing the number of persons exposed to rabies in Durham Region. The Health Department has noted a steady decrease in the number number of incidents requiring investigation investigation and a dramatic decrease in the number of incidents requiring investigation investigation and a dramatic decrease in the number of persons requiring anti- rabies treatment. This translates to significant savings to our health care system, especially since the average cost of treatment is approximately $700 per person. In spite of combined efforts of health officials and the principals and teachers of the four school boards operating operating in Durham Region, occasionally occasionally an incident occurs, which results in many people being exposed to a rabid animal. Last year, it was a family in the Newcastle area which adopted a baby fox. Twenty-four people required rabies rabies shots. This year, 37 people in Bolton are receiving rabies shots after after exposure to a recently adopted stray pup. In 1986, a stray pup roamed through PorfPerry exposing over 100 people. It is therefore, necessary to continually promote rabies awareness, awareness, in order to keep such incidents to a minimum. Rabies Awareness Week coincides coincides with the annual low cost rabies vaccination clinics sponsored by the South Durham Veterinary Association. Association. Six clinics arc scheduled at the following locations: Whitby May 4, 1:00 to 4:30 p.m. at Iroquois Park Arena, Oshawa May 6, 12:00 to 4:00 p.m. at North Oshawa Arena, Brooklin May 11, 2:00 to 5:30 p.m. at Luther Vipond Memorial Arena, Bowmanville May 13, 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. at Public Works Garage, Pickering May 18, 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Don Beer Sports Arena, Ajax May 20, 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Ajax Community Centre. Clinics are for dogs and cats only, at a cost of $12.00 per animal. G.S.T. is included in the price. Dogs must be on leashes, and cats must be in carriers carriers or boxes. Wc ask for your support support and assistance in promoting "Rabies "Rabies Awareness Week" and the Rabies Vaccination Clinic in your area. 4 is celebrating theirlst Year in the Bowmanville Mall. Wed., May 5 to Sun ne and for ntrance, parking, ice. Connie! Connie! corn- couples, ir 1598 c/ ian, P.O. 3K WJ IXZÎr ânYîu 0, J'hs. clo ten things ' at once. Please phone 623-4008, Monday to Thursday between 12:00 - 2:00 p.m. LABOURER required, _ possibly jack of all trades, some industrial work, serious inquiries only, must have own transportation. Could lead to subcontract position. position. Write: Advertiser 1620, resume resume preferable, c/o The Canadian Canadian Statesman, P.O. Box 190, Bowmanville, L1C 3K9. iinutes CORPORATION OF T d ™ m NOTICE OF tei TAKE NOTICE that the Cour"onaiiy Newcastle will hold a public mie for Plan Amendment under Section 21 (1) ol \. MATURE babysitter wanted, own transportation, in Waverley area home, after school, weekends, weekends, some overnight, must be a swimmer. Phone 697-2695. TYRONE Athletic Association needs soccer referees T w nf sition. Hard bal! umpi- à .'own o sition. Phone Shellf»osed Official ,y Act. The proposed amendment to the Official PliîTi of the Town of Newcastle would change the existing "Special Purpose Commercial" designation to a "Local Central Area" designation permitting a maximum of 3160 m* for office, retail and personal service use. The subject lands are located in Part Lot 28, Concession 2, former Township of Darlington, more specifically described as a 1.24 ha site at the south east corner of Courtice Road and Highway #2 (as shown below). ANY PERSON may attend the public meeting and/or make written or verbal representation either in support of or in opposition to the proposed Official Plan Amendment. DATE: MONDAY, JUNE 7,1993 TIME: 9:30 A.M. PLACE: Council Chambers, Municipal Administration Centre, 40 Temperance St., Bowmanville, Ontario ADDITIONAL INFORMATION relating to the proposed Official Plan Amendment is available for inspection between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. (8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. for the months of July and August) at the Planning Department, 40 Temperance Street, Bowmanville, Ontario or by calling Heather Brooks at 623-3379. y li lt: lOWN Ol' y y* T e\mstle ONTARIO* 1 PLANNING FILE: 00003/N CLERK'S FILE; CSNI-3250 Onto ol Publication; Mny 6,1093 DATED AT THE TOWN OF NEWCASTLE THIS 6TH DAY OF MAY, 1993 Patti Barrio, Clark Town of Nowcnstlo 40 Tompornneo Slroot BOWMANVILLE, Ontario L1C3A0