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PAGE 2 ♦ THE CANADIAN STATESMAN ♦ MAY 4,2005 durhamregion.com Claringtoa Leading the Way ^ 905-623-3379 info@clarington.net MAYOR'S CORIVER YOUR LIBRARY KEEPS MOVING FORWARD In 2004, the Clarington Public Library: • Welcomed 301,184 visitors into its four branches • Answered 48,662 reference questions • Loaned 160,637 items ranging from books to DVDs • Received 60,842 visitors to its website (www.clarington-library.on.ca) • Hosted 11,611 children and parents at 391 early literacy programs These statistics show that our local public library system is truly a community resource that the residents of Clarington enjoy, use and value. As a Library Board member, taxpayer and Mayor, it is gratifying to see such a response to the library's services. It is also amazing to know the skill level of the library staff. They can reliably answer questions questions ranging from "What does a Bohr-Rutherford diagram for radon look like?" to "What can I read that is similar to The Da Vinci Code?" New Strategic Plan The Library Board has finalized a new Strategic Plan. Stemming from this plan is the Board's vision that Clarington Public Library is seen as an essential and valued service and is the informational heart of the community. In its first step with this new vision, the Board is studying the library needs in Newcastle Village. With an expected 43% population increase over the next ten years, the current 4,000 square foot facility will not adequately handle the growing needs of the community. The Library Board wants to develop a clear strategy for the location, general general design, service improvements and cost estimates of a new library facility in Newcastle. We want to hear from all of the community of this topic. Watch for announcements on public meetings and other ways to provide your opinion on the plans for a new library in Newcastle Village. The Clarington Public Library is leading the way by offering services and programs that benefit everyone living in this community. I encourage all residents residents to discover it for themselves. HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY! THE 2005 CANADA POST LITERACY AWARDS Nominations are now being accepted for the Canada Post Literacy Awards. These awards recognize and reward the grassroots heroes--the educators, volunteers, business leaders and individual learners--who champion the cause of literacy in communities across the country. Awards will be presented in the following four categories: Individual Achievement - Celebrating the achievements of learners ■ who have successfully overcome social or economic barriers by improving their literacy skills Educator - Honouring English and French-speaking educators, tutors and advocates who have demonstrated a commitment to the cause of literacy Community Leadership - Recognizing and honouring non-profit, volunteer volunteer and labour organizations that have demonstrated long-term achievement, innovation, leadership and organizational excellence in furthering the cause of literacy Business Leadership - Recognizing a single business organization that has demonstrated its commitment to literacy be establishing or supporting literacy programs in the workplace or community If you wish to submit a nomination for one of thes'e awards, you can contact the Municipal Clerk's, office at 40 Temperance Street, Bownlanville, 905-623-3379 on access Canada Post's website at ( www.canadapost.ca/literacyawards. Nominations will be accepted until May 27, 2005. Safe Schools Are our schools safe? I would say on the most part "yes" However we are finding more and more students bringing their pocket knives to school. This is strictly not acceptable under the safe schools act and all students found with a knife on them whether theirs or not will be automatically suspended from school. If any threats have been made while being in possession possession of the knife it could result in Police Charges and the youth being arrested. Please keep all your pocket knives at home and do not bring them to school for any reason. P.C.LaFrance Durham Regional Police CAREERS Full job descriptions are available at www.clarington.net/htdocs/careers.html ENGINEERING SERVICES DEPARTMENT ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN III TWO (2) YEAR CONTRACT POSITION Please quote: File #37-05 Qualifications: Accreditation with the Ontario Association of Certified Technicians and Technologists as a Certified Civil Engineering Technologist, or, equivalent education and experience; Excellent written and oral communication skills and demonstrated problem solving skills and, ability to work independently in a fast paced environment with limited supervision; Knowledge of road and drainage design principles and construction construction practices, including construction safety legislation; Demonstrated computer skills with word processing and spreadsheet spreadsheet programs; Reliable personal transportation is essential. Salary Rate: $42,107.00 to $52,522.00 (Code 10, Inside Collective Agreement 2005 Rate) The following is required at time of interview: Proof of current automobile insurance coverage and current Driver's abstract Valid Ontario Drivers License Applications will be received in confidence until 5:00 p.m. Friday, May 6th, 2005 Human Resources Division Municipality of Clarington 40 Temperance Street Bowmanville, ON L1C3A6 PUBLIC INFORMATION MEETING NEW RECREATION FACILITY IN NEWCASTLE VILLAGE STUDY Find out what is going on... In the Community Wednesday May I t 2005 7:00 - 8:30 PM ORODIO TOWDI HALL Main Street, Orono DATE: TUESDAY, MAY 10, 2005 TIME: 7:00 PM , PLACE: NEWCASTLE VILLAGE COMMUNITY 20 King Avenue, West Newcastle t HALL ï We Need Your Help! The Municipality of Clarington is looking for public input into what indoor facilities are needed for the new recreation complex to be built on Rudell Road in Newcastle. Here is the opportunity to let us know what you want to see as part of this new exciting facility. The Municipality has retained the services of Monteith - Brown Planning Consultants to complete this study. Please join us to on Tuesday May 10th where the consultants will provide information on their work plan identifying the progress to date as well as what still needs to be done. Your knowledge of the community and input on what types of facilities are needed will provide provide valuable information for the completion of this study. Please do not miss the chance to have your say. If you are unable to attend and would like to provide your thoughts and ideas or if you have questions, please contact: George Acorn Facilities Manager, Community Sen/ices Municipality of Clarington 40 Temperance Street' Bowmanville, ON L1C 3A6 Phone: (905) 623-3379 ext.405 Fax: (905) 623-5506 E-mail: gacorn@clarington.net of Cornell mid Municipal Stuff ntll.be available lb mismy junr questions; - « M ft 5.1 M m • . fe| m ' :v • listen Id ,i que uiiggbtnlons iw simply dint! jj/K | mnoirniixris <;o$c ox jw rov^mnmm a \i~ji , a . ■ m » « • m e m rTI • -, M fei j/i -, : y f :\ "IBJ3-3379. for additional information PUBLIC INFORMATION CENTRE HIGHWAY 2 SIDEWALKS, COURTICE CENTERFIELD DRIVE TO TRULLS ROAD - NORTH SIDE AND TRULLS ROAD TO COURTICE ROAD - SOUTH SIDE The Municipality of Clarington is proposing to construct new concrete sidewalk on the north side of Highway No. 2 from Centerfield Drive to Trulls Road and on the south side of Highway No. 2, from Trulls Road to approximately 100 m east of Courtice Road. This project will be considered considered for construction in the preparation of the Municipality's 2005 Capital Budget and Forecast. A Public Information Centre will be held to discuss the proposed sidewalk sidewalk project on Thursday, May 5, 2005 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., in the meeting room at the White Cliffe Terrace Retirement Residence, 1460 Highway No. 2, Courtice. You are cordially invited to attend the Information Centre. Preliminary design drawings for the proposed sidewalk will be available for your review and staff will be on hand to answer questions. Your knowledge of the area and input can provide valuable information for finalizing the design plans. If you are unable to attend and require further information you may contact the undersigned with any input, questions or concerns. Ms. Leslie Benson, R Eng, Manager, Transportation and Design Municipality of Clarington 40 Temperance Street BOWMANVILLE, Ontario L1C3A6 Phone: 905-623-3379, ext. 279 E-mail: lbenson@clarington.net Mr. Ron Albright, P. Eng. Project Engineer or TSH 513 Division Street COBOURG, Ontario K9A5G6 Phone: 905-372-2121, ext. 233 E-mail: ralbright@tsh.ca ggjlglg^jiat are reasons for being prepared? PREPARE NOW... f HOW it®! -rîWÿJL J jjtef ftp. 1 , , : . '!■, / WWW WEEK r> g h ' t.ME H(il N ( : Y I'lil I 'A III i nu v. i i >• may i / ( .in.ii r,i ' Nourish Partrfefw^"^ BR &CHURE EXCHANGE A Wednesday. May I8iU^B05 jj Clarington Tourism Office 181 Utuilu \iuri 'mull) I'.MM/rmui/iW" 630 - 8:00 PM - In y fjr.t rnut fir mh rx, imuj '.tinrmtr 700S tvrjClhrr <([ '■nrnr u /ce. nrJ ir.jrmuihoh lu shirt tho SfflÇOri offriojht , ■ _ - '"h. • i Buthrsda Housf. Annual Spring Fundraising (Dinner Auction IF Thursday May 26, 2005 Crarington (Beecfi Centre 26 (Reecfi Jivenue, (BmvmanvifTe ((Doors open ; 6pmj F Live Auction by Frank Stapleton *b Dinner Catered by King's Court Catering >b Entertainment by "In the Mood" ■b Fabulous Door Prizes b Silent Auction Tickets i $50 ($20 charitable donation receipt available) Reserved tables of 8 available For tickets or to donate items for the auction, call Wendy (905)623-6045 VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN: A PRESENTATION SERIES 7:00 - 9:00 PM Abuse Awareness - information for the general public, professionals professionals & volunteers May 12 at Hampton United Church, Hampton May 18 at Faith United Church, Courtice Abuse Prevention - information for women May 19 at Hampton United Church, Hampton Children & Domestic Violence - a presentation for parents, volunteers, volunteers, teachers & other professionals May 11 at Faith United Church, Courtice Wàlk-ins welcome, reserved seating available call SaSy 905-623-6045Walk- ins welcome, reserved seating available caH Sally 905-623-6045 Maple Festival & AIIThat Jazz Saturday, May 7,9 am - 5 p.m. Clarington Older Adult Centre Euchre Extravaganza & BBQ - Saturday, May 7 @ 3.00 pm j "Stress- The Heart of the Matter" - Seminar, Monday, May 9, @1:00 pm The Master Gardeners of Durham Region present "Getting \bur Garden Ready for Spring"-Tuesday, May 10 @ 7:00 pm • " ' - ■ 10&24, @7:30pm Cooking Wednesday, May 25 ' V & Healthy Eating on a Budget - S< 10:00 am. Mother's Day Wildf lower Walk Ganaraska Forest Centre Sunday, May 8th, @ 2 - 2:30 pm Pre-registration is required. Rate: $12 per family, $6 per adult or $4 for children, students, and seniors. • Newcastle Lions Club 17th Annual Chicken BBQ ! Newcastle Community Hall Sunday, May 15th, Sittings 5:00 pm & 6:00 pm Clarington East Food Bank Annual General Meeting Wednesday, May 18th, at St. George's Anglican Church Parish Hall, Newcastle ; i The Clarington East Food Bank is looking for volunteers and new Board Members. Everyone is welcome; please call Murray Paterson at i 905-987-4628 Royal Canadian Sea Cadet Corps #279 Annual Review Attend this ! Service < •The 10 •sn-*.* ss* .«{«#;■ .•< • The top 10 ways to save money How to use credit wisely: It takes place at the Main Branch of Clarington Public Library on Tuesday, May 10th from 7:00-8:30pm. Î ; The Main Branch is located at 163 Church Street in Bowmanville. For more information call 905-623-7322 ra e , a [IfTCi PlID LIUbI I Uta it ■. . . ■; . .. r jù:-; >v-iO a Lilterbug! ponied about your next big presem atio „, TOASTMASTERS Can Help! 8Û Develop belter speaking and presentation skills 80 Learn to think quickly and clearly on your feel • 80 Build strong leadership abililies The Clarington Board of Trade Toastmasters program will help you to develop your communications skills and open doors In your personal and professional life. You can learn In a self-paced atmosphere of understanding and helpful fellowship. To learn more about the Clarington Board of Trade Toastmasters and our unique Communications and Leadership program, contact: Rob Kloosterman - Membership Coordinator 905-434-8400 Meetings held every Thursday, 1 Whitecliffe Terrace, lower level, 1460 Hwy.#2, Courtice (at Varcoe), 7:30-9:00 AM www.cbot.ca ^ junnwhip, |jjjsiS-' For more information about Toastmasters and a list of Clubs around the world, visit www.toastmasters.org It's The Law! . - - < -Æ Tv Call 905-623-3379 for irforrmttori www.municipality.clarington.on.ca ATV SAFETY Call foi inloimillion on llw Rules of the Rond' ond ' Wlwic lo Ride in Durham Rewon " 01 visit the following well sites www.drps.ca www.region.durham.on.ca Æk Ckuinxlon 1 'iii'i py.i :u/'i 1 hbh sm Vizi) 1 mm H4i nri i'hi ynii i.'xi ii)Bii ext Vid'i