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by Eileen Hocken Several years ago the Ministry of the Environment put a freeze on further development in Paradise Point because of the potential of future water con- tamination in the absence of a proper waste disposal system in the area. The Ministry of the Environment; in- dicated at that, time that they would undertake a "private water and sewage system study"' of the area. When two years went by with nothing being done, Port McNicoll Council again approached them and asked that the study be conducted. The Ministry of the Environment refused the request as in their opinion, the solution to the problem was seen to lie with the municipal services rather than with private systems. On Oct. 16, 1981, an investigation 'and report on providing sewers and year round municipal water service to Paradise Point was authorized by Council, at their own cost. The study was conducted by Reid and Associates Ltd., Consulting Engineers, Barrie. Port MecNicoll Council then sent the completed report to the Ministry of the Environment along with a request for financial assistance towards the project. There are presently no sanitary sewers in Paradise Point and only seasonal municipal water supply. The water mains are laid with as little as twelve inches of cover in places because of the presence of bedrock. Because of the minimum cover, the mains and services are extremely prone to freezing. For this reason the water has been traditionally cut off in November and turned back on in May. The permanent residents are forced to rely on wells or carry in water during the winter. Sanitary waste is disposed of by means of septic tanks and tile tields. The residents, many of whom wish to winterize cottages and retire to the area, are not pleased with the Zoning Bylaw whieh does not allow further development until municipal services are provided. There is considerable pressure that something be done. Council has done all they can at this point and now it's a matter of waiting to see what The Ministry of the Environment will decide to do about this major concern. Reeve John Moreau is hosting his second Get-Acquainted Night for the people that participate in the affairs going on in the village of Port McNicoll. The invitations have been mailed already. This important evening will take place at the Community Centre on Wed- nesday, Jan. 27, at 7:30 p.m. There will be a buffet lunch and en- tertainment by Gil Robillard and his band. This get-acquainted night is exactly what the name implies. It gives everyone a chance to meet the council members, the members of the different committees and boards, some of the village employees, etc. The next step On Friday, Jan. 22, the Port McNicoll Community Centre will be the sight of a mass visitation of Lions Club members from the surrounding district. Invitations to 20 other Lions Clubs have been sent out. This will be a dinner meeting. Introductions and some pin trading will take place. This is an excellent way to meet the members of other clubs and find out what they are doing in their hometowns. The Lions Club has planned a Monte Carlo night (games of chance) to spice up the evening's festivities. The Community Skating Party which the Recreation Board had planned for last Saturday was postponed until this Saturday, Jan. 23. The rink couldn't be cleared off fast enough to allow any skating to take place. Do plan on attending this family oriented outing Saturday night. The skating party © will be from 7 to 10 p.m. It will feature a bonfire, music to skate to and a snack bar will be open for the sale of hot chocolate, coffee, etc. The skating party is free of charge and it's going to take place at the out-door rink at Port McNicoll Park (up on the hill). The village of Port McNicoll recently sent Wintario an invitation to hold one of their weekly Wintario draws at the Community Centre. The reply has not been received yet but Port is hopeful. Port MecNicoll Community Centre could really use a piano for its hall. I'm writing this in the hope that somebody out there has a piano which has been collecting dust in a basement or family room. Perhaps you have thought of getting rid of your piano and just didn't know of anyone in the market for one. Please consider the Port McNicoll Community Centre. They would appreciate hearing from you. Just contact the village office: 534-7281. The poor weather conditions on Satur- day didn't stop the Port MecNicoll Brownies, Guides and Pathfinders from going tobogganing in Victoria Harbour. They met with the Victoria Harbour girls at St. Paul's United Church around 10 in the morning. The Honey Harbour packs had been invited too, but couldn't make it because of the hazardous road conditions. The girls had lunch in the Church hall - hot dogs, hot chocolate and do-nuts. Fresh air and exercise, needless to say, gave them all good appetites. The girls had sing-songs and played games while inside the building. Around 1 o'clock, some of the hardier types went back out tobagganing. They thoroughly enjoyed themsilves despite those icy gusts of wind. Do we have a budding celebrity in Port MeNicoll? John Brown of Eighth Avenue in Port who plays for the village hockey team, has caught the eye of Bun Deschamps, the talent scout for Olympia Sports of Midland. John is a serious choice for the fall draft. Are we going to lose you to Olympia Sports, John? daughters, Victoria Harbou , by Mr. M. Gervais Vancouver. Mrs. Genny St. Hess the son sofa: Ml cd t he Amand and her Ambrose and Eva Ink- Penetanguishene John's Church. daughter Mary have' pen of Burin, Midland Coach Lines, returned from Van- Newfoundland. couver B.C., after ' spending the Christmas About 60 Victoria holidays with her Harbour Senior Citizens Sandra, eénjoyedabustriptosee people. Susan, Brenda and_ the Christmas lights Denise. decorating LePage Real Estate, FoodHamperDrawand "reasurer's report by other activities in St. Mrs. Helen Gatenhouse, after which they were Citizens Georgian Club Senior the correspondence was convenor Mrs. Mary Despin Entertainment read by Mrs. Nell Mrs. held its Johnson, and Mrs. Hilda treated at McDonald's. business meeting in the Savage gaveareportof Delia Murphy gave Everyone appreciated Recreation Room of the 'rips and taxi. the kindness of these Legion Hall on Jan. 7. reports. It was decided is It was reported there to have a Valentine Pot Following minutes by Were 108 members and Luck Luncheon on Feb. Mrs. Marjorie Bressett, fournewmemberswere 11 at 12:30. Home from Vancouver introduced. Social Latondress said the carpet bowling etc. at St. John's Church would Edna Donovan be started on Jan. 8. card convenor Mrs. The Parks' and Recreation Committee holding euchre parties in the St. John's Hall every other Friday Mr. L._ evening. the The Bon'homme Committee is busy While they were in Vancouver the engagement of her daughter Denise St. Amand was announced residences in Midland, Penetanguishene and Surrounding country recently owing to the generosity of CKMP Radio Station, The A.E. making plans for the Winterama to be held on February 6, 7, and 8. There will be a Senior Citizens Bake Sale. to Mr. John Inkpen of A Kero-Sun™ Portable Heater needs no electricity to keep you warm and cozy. comes back on. A Kero-Sun Portable Heater is great in power failures. And it can cut your fuel bills when the power Hundreds of uses because they're all portable. 99.9% fuel efficiency means odorless, smokeless operation. And they need no chimney. 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