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Spicy tacos and nachos we at Epsom Public School. The re the menu of the day Friday senlor grades enjoyed prepar- ing and eating a Mexican feast. The students participated in a full day of Mexican activities (although it was not revealed to the Port Perry Star whether a siesta was part of the festiv- ities). Pictured above, Michelle Vicente tries eating a taco. Bill 68- Ontario Motorist Protect; by Sam L. Cureatz M.P.P. Durham East Our local community newspaper has in the past very kindly provided me with the op- portunity of relating to you, my constituents, some of my thoughts and concerns on issues affecting us in the province. My own political party had a major setback in the last provin- cial election, and much of my time has been donated to re- establishing my party's presence at Queen's Park, and acting on your behalf as one of the Acting Deputy Speakers. Finally with the election of our new leader, my political party's agenda has been fulfilled, and I am pleased once again to have the opportunity of bringing to you issues of topical interest to the community. The most recent item is Bill 68, the new auto insurance legislation and how it affects you. It is difficult in one column to give full details of the plan, however, here are a few salient points. Once Bill 68 becomes law, everyone is at risk. The conten- tious issue is the introduction of "threshold" -- a yet to be deter- mined minimum level of pain and suffering at which one can sue. In 95 percent of the cases, the '"threshold" robs a person of this basic right. Only in accidents in- volving permanent disfigurement or death "where fault can be pro- ven" will victims or their estate have the right to sue -- the rest will be left with the government- set stipend. For the farmer or self- employed worker, accident com- pensation under the new auto in- surance legislation is based on net business income, but a particular net income is hard to prove if an owner does not take a salary or plows revenues back into the enterprise. The OMPP pays 80 percent of gross weekly income up to a maximum of $450.00 a week. Consider a worker in Toronto earning $40,000 a year who is the innocent victim of an automobile accident and is off work for one year -- that worker will receive only $23,400 a year in compensation for wage loss. Should this worker have to use retirement savings to replace lost income? The university student in a col- lision fares no better. No con- sideration is given for a lost school year nor does it seem to matter that earnings from after- graduation employment might be delayed. The new plan sets the rate for students, unemployed people, retirees, and unpaid homemakers for the sum of $185.00 a week. Further there is a one week waiting period on working people involved in an accident. If the an- nual salary is $23,000, it means losing $442.30 before any benefits are paid. If the victim has an employer-sponsored benefits package, then the insurance com- pany will be subsidized even fur- ther. It will not pay one penny un- til all company medical, surgical, dental, hospitalization and disability plans have been ex- hausted -- leaving the employee without any protection against future illness. PORT PERRY STAR REAL ESTATE -- Wednesday, May 23, 1990 -- 15 School is out in 23 days There may be some excitement on Simcoe Street when the SWAT team from Molly Maid hits a cer- tain house there. I have been told that Eileen Hodgins is returning from Japan next Sunday. Neighbours look out for flying brooms and dustbunnies. 14 tables enjoyed the euchre party Thursday night at the Prince Albert Hall. Ladies high winners were Jean Pogue, Kay Brown, Daisy Sellers. Men win- ners were Elsie Pogue, Carl Gimlett, Irwin Kidd. The lucky draw winners were Mary Williamson, Grace Manns and Bernice Loudfoot. Congratula- tions to all. Our deepest sympathy goes out to Ray Collins and family on the death of his father, Lloyd Collins. The funeral is on Wednesday. We all wish the best to Earl Martyn who is now in Oshawa Hospital. Our pravers are with Island Women's W.I. News by Clara Dowson, P.R.O. Scugog Island Women's W.I. met May 16 at the Community Hall with a good attendance. The new president Penny Pettypiece welcomed everyone and opened by singing the Opening Ode and all repeating the Institute Creed. All reports given, letters read, etc. Roll Call answered - Did you ever have a pen-pal. Janis Richardson gave the Mot- to. Betty Reader reported on our "giant yard sale" July 7. Tickets A constitutional challenge to Bill 68 seems inevitable. For months groups have been urging the government to get a ruling on the legislation but it ignored the warnings. If the courts prove the bill is unconstitutional after the government has voted it into law. accident victims will be in great financial danger. The original This month, the U.C.W. met at the home of Margaret Ann Lamb, this was a nice change because in recent years we have held all our meetings in the Church. Margaret Ann had a video on the Ethnic Ministry, this was very in- teresting, how important language is. New Canadians have to start a new life, in many cases not knowing the language. The Ethnic Church fills a need, it is somewhere to go to get understanding. During the business meeting, the July outing was discussed, Lindsay Summer Theatre was. one suggestion: Lucille Gray donated a beautiful knitted baby set for the layette which is put together each year. The eight present enjoyed a lovely lunch and social time, many thanks to Margaret Ann. The next meeting will be at the Church on June 14th at 2 p.m.. We wish two of our members speedy recovery, Ethel Franklin in Oshawa hospital, and Tammy Stevens in Port Perry Hospital. This Sunday our congregation missed our minister Lynne you and your family. If you received a marigold from the Sunday School kids, accordi to the seed package they will grow. 30-36" or 12." If your cups said green pepper it probably isn't. Most plants that survived us were - marigolds. Maybe next year we'll be more creative. Next Sunday May 27 will be the Sunday School picnic. Everyone and their friends are welcome. Its at Enniskillen Park. We will be starting at 11:30. There will be a short service led by the U.C.W. and then we'll enjoy that great pot-luck lunch. Please remember chairs, plates, cups and lots of food. The Smith's have kindly consented to do the games again but they have made it clear to all that they are willing to share the responsibility with someone else for next year. If it rains the service will be at the church and the games at the Community Centre. This may ready and given out for sale on draw for cash. Carol Fagel in charge of this. A meeting called for June 12 for arrangements for sale. Donations sent to ACWW, Adelaide House and Erland Lee House - Also to the Marfan Syn- done group for more research work. Delegates picked for the District Annual Meeting at the Presp. Church, Port Perry. Kristie Richardson, daughter of motive for the legislative changes -- reducing premiums -- js unresolved. Despite well over $15 million worth of studies and Boards, these costs continue to escalate. Since the government began tinkering with the system In January 1988, rates have in- creased annually by an average of 16 percent. We have not heard Manchester Church Belfrey Graham, our sympathy goes out to Lynne, Ken and fami- ly on the sudden death of Ken's father, Gerald Graham. On May 27th the church service will be a joint service for the Man- chester Scugog Pastoral Charge at Manchester at 10:30 a.m. organized by the congregation, based on many of the favourite childrens hymns, please come out and join us. The Congregational Life and Outreach Committee or our Church, were pleased with the community response to our infor- mation meeting regarding the Block Parent Programme on Wednesday May 16th. We wish to thank all those who attended and volunteered their time and talents to organize the Manchester Block Parent Pro- gramme. This program is suc- cessful in other areas. We look forward to seeing it implemented in our community for the safety and welfare of our residents. The fund raising committee for Manchester Block Parents was formed. They plan to hold a yard sale in early June. Items for this limit us to less messy games but fun will be had by all: If it doesn't rain there will be no service at the church. Many thanks to the U.C.W. members who are doing a lot of * work to make this day a success. Lots of hugs to Dorothy Hope, An- drea Jones and Norma Robinson. ~ A special great big thanks to those teachers who gave up their quiet Sundays to be with us. Special thanks to Mr. Jamieson for doing a-great job as Superintendent, Mrs. Ross, Mrs. Hunter, Mrs. Moynes, Mrs. Ostafichuck and .Me!! What a great team we make. 'I'eachers, there will be a meeting in June with Rev. Bob. I'll let you know when we can ar- range a time and place. Have a great summer. } Prince Albert School is trying to find a dry day to have track & field. R.H. Cornish tried to go to Civic Fields last week. Maybe this week will be better for them. There are 23 days of school left but who's counting. Janis, then gave us a detailed report along with pictures of trip to Austria as a student exchange - sounded like a very interesting and educational trip - Joyce Hall presented Kristie with a token of appreciation. Social time spent over crusty buns and cold meat, tea, and coffee. See you June 20 - same place, same time. And smile folks - they never go up in price or down in value. on Plan the last of Bill 68 even after its passage. I was pleased to attend the opening of the new Sam Cawker Public School in Port Perry along with Trustees Joyce Kelly and Bobbie Drew and Principal Harry Kiezebrink. sale can be dropped off at Man- chester Church. So get those treasures out ¢f the attic and basement! R ember, what is one perso junk becomes another pepsons treasure. Watch this paper for time and dates. Please support Manchester Block Parent Programme. 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