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Orono Weekly Times, 15 Sep 2004, p. 6

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6 - Orono Weekly Times Wednesday, September 15, 2004 O'Toole Continued from page 2 can be reached via the Government of Ontario web site located at www.gov.on.ca Pit Bull Legislation Proposed Ontario's attorney general has announced the Province of Ontario may introduce new legislation to protect the public public from dangerous dogs. I would like to thank all those who have taken the time to call, write or e-mail on this subject. One of the issues is whether or not the legislation should be specific to a particular particular breed, namely the pit bull. Is this breed dangerous in itself, or is any dog a potential weapon if it is bred and trained to be aggressive? These are some points that must be addressed if legislation legislation against dangerous dogs is to be effective. Ontarians are understandably alarmed over recent incidents that have been covered by the media. However, we must insist that the legislation accomplish the objective of protecting Ontarians. I welcome your views. In my view, the owner, not the animal, is responsible and must be held responsible. Health Integration Networks Announced The Province of Ontario has announced that Local Health Integration Networks will be developed to co-ordinate co-ordinate and fund the delivery of health care services at the local level. These networks would help co-ordinate care provided at hospitals, longterm longterm care facilities and other resources in the community Also among the announcements announcements from the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care last week was the formation of a new Health Results Team. Everyone agrees with the objective of reducing waiting times and making healthcare more responsive to patients. I might add that our government government had a similar health care network. These, we called family health networks. The goal is still to engage all healthcare providers to work co-operatively as teams that include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, pharmacists, and indeed all healthcare professionals. professionals. Literacy Day Congratulations to the Literacy Council of Durham Region on a successful Literacy Day event held Wednesday, September 8, at Oshawa Public Library. In a knowledge-based economy, literacy is essential to hold a job, learn new skills, raise a family, and to generally function function in our society. There is I Clarington CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON PUBLIC NOTICE www.municipality.clarington.on.ca L ending the "Way SPECIAL GENERAL PURPOSE AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE MEETING REGARDING THE PORT GRANBY PROJECT The Port Granby Project, as P^of»PcrtHopeA~ the long term management of the low level radioac v Dr oDonent for the Port Granby Project, has undertaken an exten- management of the waste. fromfte'l^nîdpalrty'spMirre^ew 1 ransulterts regarding the'lLRVVMO's^eSnimenSion! and to altow'reside^!teto e dtecuss < these ,>0rt reports with Council. The meeting will be facilitated by an independent facilitator. The meeting will be held as follows: Date: Time: Location: Tuesday, September 21, 2004 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon Kendal Community Hall 6742 Newtonville Road, Kendal, Ontario Copies of the staff report and the consultant's peer review report can be obtained by contacting Janice Szwarz at the Municipality of Clarington Planning Services Department. 2004 FINAL PROPERTY TAX BILLS ALL CLASSES Residential, Farmland, Managed Forests and Pipelines: Multi-Residential, Commercial, Industrial classes and sub-classes are DUE: SEPTEMBER 23, 2004 METHODS OF PAYMENTS ACCEPTED m payments are accepted at most Financial Institutions. Banks- Tax oavments accepted at most Financial Institutions - a banking fee may apply. _ By Mail: Please send your cheque to the Municipality of Clarington (address above). Postdated cheques ARE accepted. For your rnnvpnience there is a drop box on the north side of the building. . In Person: You may pay your taxes at the Municipal Administrative Centre. We do accept interac/debit payments. Please present P^e-AuthorizedPaymerrt'pian: The Municipality of Clarington allows realty tax payers the opportunity to pay their taxes on a month- , on the 1 s« day of each month. Some terms and conditions do apply. Failure to receive a Tax Notice does NQI eliminate the responsibility for the payment of taxes and penalty. If you are responsible for paying property taxes and have not received a bill please call Tax Department (905) 623-3379 SENIOR CITIZENS AND THE PHYSICALLY DISABLED SIDEWALK AND DRIVEWAY WINDROW SNOW The snow clearing service on municipal sidewalks will start after a sn ded The driveway windrow snow mlrdSio 1 ;Sfb"u a r %£ is a acS7sthe must provide a doctor's certificate each year. ■ CustomeTsen/ice ^ception'üesk at°W Ten^eranc^StreeÏÏn BowmanvSZ^^taüIng MS-^eMZO^If^t^wlsh^verify Uiat you qualify for the service, please contact the Operations Department at the above phone number. All applicants who were approved last winter will receive a 2004-2005 application in the mail. All applicants must reapply each winter season and provide the appropriate documentation. All application, should be completed and returned to the Municipality of Clarington, Operation. Department on or before Qr.tober 15. 2004. Applications may not be accepted after that date. help available for those who need to improve their skills in reading and writing. Fall Fairs Highlight Local Agriculture Durham's agricultural heritage heritage is clearly seen in the success success of fall fairs at Blackstock, Port Perry and the Durham Central Agricultural Society's Orono Fair. The fairs are a reminder that agriculture is a vital industry in communities across Ontario and right here in our own backyards. More importantly, it's a reminder that the Province of Ontario must act to protect agriculture. The most immediate priority is to re-open the borders to cattle exports. But it's also important to preserve valuable farmland and ensure Ontario farmers get a fair return on the commodities they produce. The federal government's announcement last week of more funds in support of the beef industry is a response that farmers have been seeking seeking for months. However, it is up to Ontario to ensure the farmers and agri-businesses in our province get the funding to which there are entitled. "If you have eaten today, thank a farmer." People crying out against increased legal hunting just don't understand that sportsmen play a pivotal role in wildlife management. SCI Foundation 800-377-5399 www.SafariClubFoundation.or g Monday Nite niAiinr Cl IfiM-lDC o- . Yj ' r SS ■ ' laVVI •• *»■» • I Durham County Seniors | SEPT. 13 RESULTS TOP SCORES Elaine Doty 87 Murray Falls 81 Mary Henderson 81 Merriam Hawley 76 Joyce Cowan 75 Clara Meatman 75 DRAWS Mae Tabb Mary Henderson Lavina Downes FEATURED IN OUT PORTS SECTIO" CALLTH||a RONO WEEK, III TiMEÉler

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