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www.durtiamregion.com PAGE A2THE CANADIAN STATESMAN, March 31,2004 tiaongton Leading the Way ^ 905-623-3379 ■■■■■ nfo®municipality.clarington.on.ca Mayor's Corner Ontario needs new energy production production to sustain our quality of life in this province and the best way to ensure that is to build more nuclear generation. That in a nutshell is what the OPG Review Committee, led by John Manley, told the Ontario government this month. And if nuclear generation generation is what'this Province needs for its future, I believe the place to build that generation is here in Clarington where we already have the expertise expertise and infrastructure to create the ideal environment for a safe, productive productive facility. Darlington Nuclear has already demonstrated what a good corporate neighbour a nuclear facility can be. For the past two years, the plant has been Clarington's Corporate Citizen of the Year for its strong support of our community. As well, the plant has been the workhorse of the Ontario nuclear industry with high productivity and an outstanding safety record that earned it the first five-year operating licence ever granted from the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission, the industry regulator. The plant has also been certified for its ISO 14001 Environmental Management System since 1997. Beyond producing energy, new nuclear generation would bring high-paying, high-skill jobs close to home for the residents of this community. A 2003 study shows a new two-reactor nuclear plant would generate 13,542 person years of employment employment in direct jobs and 11,771 person years of employment in related sectors. During the construction phase of those reactors, 34 000 person years of direct employment would be created with another 6,208 person years of employment created in indirect indirect jobs. In 2001, Canada's nuclear industry was valued at $5 billion a year, contributing $2 billion to the country s gross domestic product (GDP). The construction phase of a new plant facility would be contribute more than $5 billion into the economy economy with a $2.5 billion impact on GDP. The Manley report notes nuclear is "well-suited to base load needs and brings stability to the cost of producing electricity. All Ontario taxpayers will benefit from a stable and cost-efficient energy source. New nuclear facilities, with ever-improving production, production, environmental and safety features will benefit this province as it continues to grow. New Canadian-designed reactors reactors installed in Romania, South Korea and China in recent years have come in on-time and on-budget. Of course we need to look at other energy generation and conservation methods as well to lessen our dependency on nuclear. And in our quest to become an epicenter for the energy sector in Ontario, Clarington will pursue economic development opportunities with alternative energy companies, such as Canadian Hydrogen Energy Company, which recently located here. That company is making fuel out of pure water to help combustion engines burn more efficiently. , • However, the bottom line is to keep Ontario vital and strong we need more large-base load power and the best choice we have in 2004 is nuclear to do the job. For our energy needs, for jobs, for the growth of our community, community, I believe Clarington can lead the way in nuclear energy for the'future generation. Kendal Community Centre Annual General Meeting April 14, 2004,7:00 PM at the Community Centre 6742 Newtonville Road Contact: Shane Hartwell, 905-983-5204 Orono Medical Foundation Open House Meeting April 7, 7:00 PM Orono Town HalL p worwnnp Welcome! |||pBi^|k Saturday, April 3,2004,10AM - 2PM Farm Safety Awareness /i'll ÜF" mm \ ' • - - - -ly, , in partnership with Evergreen Farm and Garden Customer Appreciation Day, • 3242 Taunton Road, just west of Hwy 115 Guest Speaker: Fred Young, Ontario Farm Safety Association: • Safety on the Farm • Safety on the Roads • Slow Moving Vehicles • Visitors to the Farm Displays throughout the day, Refreshments Call 905-623-3379 ext. 216 or email Sf Hne planning ©municipality.clarington.on.ca Sponsored by Municipality of Clarington Emergency Services & Clarington Agricultural Advisory Committee 15th Annual Conservation Ontario federation Dinner and Auction k01 ' A mm Hosted by:The Ontario Federation of Anglers & Hunters and the Gaharaska Forest Centre Conservation Dinner Committee 4. Garniras!.» Conservation Authority Saturday, April 17, 2004 Doors Open at 6:00 p.m. Dinner at 7:30 p.m. ' Lion's Community Centre in Cobourg Enjoy an excellent meal, exciting silent and live auctions and other great raffles and door prizes. Funds raised will suppqrt the ou dcKjr education program at the Ganaraska Forest Centre. Tickets are $50.00 per person and available in advance only, Call 905-885-8173 or email community relations@grca.on.ca for details or to make a donation^ M'OKTS INYl tux 110N TOR KIDS The Spring Play Ages 6-15 Participants will be a part of a real play which will end with a polished performance presented onstage at the Rickard Recreation Complex for family and friends on May 29!. Each young person will receive a character part and the course will focus on improving each participants skills in movement, voice, and characterisation while at the same time creating a polished performance. Come on out and help us put on a show! Saturdays 10:00am -12:00pm Sportball Sportball is a non-competitive skill based sports program for children ages 2 to 8. The Sportball curriculum focuses on learning to play seven different ball sports (baseball, basketball, basketball, hockey, soccer, tennis, volleyball and golf). The program is structured toassure that skills are refined and that children are challenged according to their readiness and experience. Sportball is not only about learning to play sports with skill. We recognize that developing gross motor skills, physical strength and a healthy active lifestyle are as important as the development of social skills and building of self esteem. Openings are still available! Cost $165.00 Bar Code 16978 Location South Courtice Arena South Courtice Arena South Courtice Arena South Courtice Arena Time 9:15-10:00am 10:15-11:15pm 11:15-12:15pm 12:15-1:15pm Day Sat Sat Sat Sat Age 2- 3 3- 4 5-6 7-8 Program Me & My Dad Multi Sport • Multi Sport Multi Sport Duration 12 wks 12 wks 12 wks 12 wks Start/End Date 27 March - June 12 27 March - June 12 27 March - June 12 27 March - June 12 Barcode 16720 16717 16718 16719 $177 $177 $177 $177 2004 Municipal Current and Capital Budgets T his is to give notice, pursuant to Section 291 (1) of the Ontario Municipal Act, 2001, that the General Purpose and Administration Committee of the Municipality of Clarington will review and recommend to Council the 2004 Current and Capital Budgets at a meeting commencing at 9:30 a.m., Wednesday, April 7, 2004. Clarington Council will consider the recommendations of the Committee at their regularly scheduled meeting commencing at 7:00 p.m., Monday, April 26, 2004. Comments from the public are welcome in writing or by attending either meeting and presenting oral comments. For further information information regarding attending the meetings, please contact the Municipal Clerk's Department at (905) 623-3379. Information regarding the 2004 Budgets can be obtained from the Finance Department by calling the above number. Patti L. Barrie, A.M.C.T. Municipal Clerk i ' Clarington Public Library Board Request for janitorial services Q uotations are invited for janitorial services at the Clarke Branch (Orono), Courtice Branch and Newcastle Village Branch of the Clarington Library System. Submissions addressed to the Secretary-Treasurer, 163 Church Street, Bowmanville, Ontario L1C 1T7, will be received until the closing time of 2:00 p.m. (local time) Wednesday, April 7th, 2004. Contract and specification documents for each branch can be obtained at the Circulation Desk of the Bowmanville Main Branch, 163 Church Street, during regular business hours. The lowest or any quotation not necessarily accepted. Grand Opening of Clarington's Newest Museum J oin Clarington Museums and Archives on April 3, 2004 at 62 temperance Street from 1:30 - 3:30.PM in celebrating the opening of the new museum Rare artifacts on display for the first time include; Dominion Organ and Piano Co., Kydd Family Trunks, Dolls and Toys from the Museum's Collection Refreshments and Musical Entertainment. Call the Museum office at 905-623-2734 for mdre information. Municipality of Clarington Community Information Forum Ward 4 You are cordially invited to attend and participate in this new initiative that brings the Clarington Town Hall to your community. Staff and Elected Officials will be available to discuss programs and services in your area. Date: Thursday April 1, 2004 Time: 7:00 - 9:30 PM Location: Newcastle Community Hall For information contact Communications & Marketing at 905-623-3379 VISUAL ARTS CENTRE Check out our new classes & workshops starting soon! Call 905-623-5831 or check our website www.vac.ca for details. Register early to avoid disappointment. Durham Regional Police Service Clarington Crime Beat elcome to our first edition of Crime Beat. At Durham Regional Police we are committed to providing - _ _ excellent Service to our community. In keeping with. our principles, we are pleased to have the opportunity to pro- vidè to the Citizens of Clarington updates of criminal activity occurring in your neighborhood. Every other week we will provide provide updates on criminal activity that is currently being investigated investigated as well as provide prevention tips to dissuade criminals or assist us in our investigations. Prevention Tips • Participate in Operation Identification- It is a program designed to discourage theft of valuables from you home and to provide a way to easily identify stolen property. By attending attending your local police station, you will be loaned an electronic engraver free of charge. You will also receive a record sheet and decal's. The decal's should be placed at main entries to indicate your valuables are marked. Often when articles are recovered, the police are unable to ascertain who the owner is, as the victim was originally unable to provide us with a serial serial number or make and model number of the stolen article. • Get to know your neighbors AND all vehicles associated to them - All recent rural break-ins have involved the criminals using a vehicle to take valuables away from the homes. In one instance, the neighbor saw the suspect's vehicle vehicle but did not call, as they did not know it did not belong to the victims. Do not assume that you live in the country and - Leaders in Community Safety ■ therefore are crime-free. If you do see a suspicious vehicle,- 1 CALL US IMMEDIATELY. If you can, get a description and: note the license plate number. " • Ensure all doors and windows are locked- Rear or obscured doors and windows are targets for criminals. For those types of doors/windows ensure that extra reinforcement is provided ■ such as bars or one-inch tempered steel deadbolts. • Extra measures may not stop the criminal, but will cause them to make extra noise, which draws attention. • Participate in Neighborhood watch program- If your neighborhood has an existing program please participate in it. If not, get to know your neighbors and talk to them about such things as work schedules, who has access to the home. A slight loss in privacy may mean that you are not victimized. "Crime prevention is a matter of attitude and involvement by us all, not just a job for a few professionals". More crime prevention prevention information is available at the Clarington Police Office at 905 579-1520 ext. 1687 or you can contact our community services services unit at 579-1520 Ext. 3410 If you have information on any crime, we can also be contacted at Crimestoppers 1-800- 222-tips (8477). South Courtice Arena Programs Spring 2004 Fridays: 6:30 - 9:30pm Spring Session run from March 26'"- May 28* Cost: $2.25/night Basketball Drop-In . , , T , . Join us for an evening of fun, free supervised.play. The basketball basketball drop in provides the opportunity for participants to improve their skills and develop team work in a recreational atmosphere. Mondays: Ages 8-12 7:00pm-9:00pm Ages 13-18 9:00pm-10:00pm Spring Session from March 22 nd to 24 lh Cost: Free Krafty Kids Children will enjoy one hour of programmed craft time per week. Participants will create fun and easy art projects each week that can be taken home. Hands-on projects will allow children to use their imagination and explore their creativity. Krafty Kids is great for both boys and girls! Saturdays: „ , 9:00 - 10:00am Age:5-7yrs Barcode#] 6664 10:15-11:15am Age:8-12yrs Barcode#16665 Cost: $35/10 weeks .. Spring Session runs from March 27'" - May 29 After School Drop In Program Come on out and enjoy use of the gym, games room and craft room in a safe, supervised environment. Participants can receive help with homework, metering, and will meet new friends. Program staff will be on site to assist participants, provide provide guidance, leadership and to supervise the program activities. activities. Monday - Fridays 3:30 - 6:00pm Spring Session begins March 22 nd -May 28"' Cost: $2.00 per day or $50.00 per membership Barcode#166656 ... , c „ hnn | **a membership allows unlimited access to the After School Drop In Program throughout the session. Youth Games Night Some place to go & something to dol Come on out with your old friends and meet new friends. Enjoy an evening of games, sports and activities each night will ensure there is something for everyone to do. Girls Club . r Calling all girls - A Club just for you! Girls will have the opportunity opportunity to build confidence and develop self-esteem, and of course we will have fun! There will be a variety of games and themed activities planned for each evening including games, arts and crafts and lots of other activities the girls will love! Junior Qirls Club 7-10 yrs 7:00 - 8:00pm Barcode: 16948 Girls Club 11-14 yrs 8:00 - 9:30pm ZW X Barcode: 16947 - Tuesdays from March 23 ,d - May 25'" W w 7 Cost: $20.00 Sports Drop-In Programs ' ' . , . Participants will have the opportunity to develop their athletic skills in a wide variety of sports. The emphasis of the program is on fair play, sportsmanship and teamwork skills. Experience the fun of cooperation in a safe and supervised environment. Day Time Group Aae Barcode Sat. 2:00 - 3:30om Girls Snorts 9- 14vrs 16666 3:30- R:00nm Boys Soorts 9- 14vrs-- 16667 Sun. 12:00- 1:30pm Coed Sports Junior 6-8 yrs , 16668 1:30- 3:00pm Coed Soorts 9- 14vrs 16669 1:30- 3:00pm Senior Coed Sports 15- 18yrs ' 16670 spring SUSbIUll Ocuuiuctyo IU.M MW... Sundays runs from March 28'" - May 30 Cost:$42.00/Session Drop-In also available. WWW .municipality.clarington.on.c