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While building arenas is old hat to Norlon, this is perhaps the most excited Mr. Ginzel has been about a Although Norlon is a general contractor and has built everything from the Galaxy theatre in Milton to a Shoppers Drug Mart in Peterbor- ough, arenas have become the com- pany’s specialty, having built about 20 arenas and 10 fire halls, primarily in southwestern Ontario. in the process, it would be 20 to 25 people,” Mr. Ginzel said. “My first reaction is that we’re happy to see we’re turning the page “It‘s a good news story for York Region,” Mr. Fisch said. “It’s just not fast enough. But, it’s happening and we’re on the right track.” Newmarket Mayor and region- al finance chairperson Tony Van Bynen is pleased. Under the new plan, York’s taxes won’t be funnelled out of the region. “Most important is that the cost of social services won’t be charged to property taxes." “It doesn't have a major impact on us in the first two or three years, but it’ll be a $50-million impact over the 10-year period,” he said, despite the fact there is no guarantee the Liberals will still be in office in 2018. The 10-year phase-in plan is encouraging, York Regional chair- person and CEO Bill Fisch said. BY CHRIS TRABER AND DAVID FLEISCHER Staff Writers Sooner would be better, but Ontario's 10-year plan to support more municipal welfare programs _is still welcome, York Region politi- ed welfare, social housing, ambu- lance services, public health, GO Transit, drug benefit program for seniors and low-income Ontarians, Ontario disability support program, court services and property tax assessment. Services doWnloaded after 1998 by Ontfirio to municipalities includâ€" The province announced yester- day it will take over welfare costs downloaded on municipalities by the former Mike Harris Tories in the 19908. Clans and : sionals said. Company has constructed 20 arenas, 10 fire halls Queen’s Park plan means $50M forYork social services’ piofesâ€" From page 1. vic Leisure Centre was constructed in 2001. Requesting a developer to utilize as many local labourers, contractors and suppliers as possible is nothing new for municipal projects, includ- ing Whitchurch-Stouffville, which requested local companies and supâ€" pliers be considered when the Lebo- “When we get this one done, we’re going to be very proud," he said. “It’s like going from a thnee-star to a five-Sta: complex” Both buildings; are scheduled to open in late 2009 or early 2010. projeq in along time. Over the past two years, the asso- ciation sat at the table with repre- sentatives from the province and Toronto, hammering out the deal. “It’s easy to understand looking at the uncertainty of the economy," he said. “Sooner would have been better. I really think this represents what the liberal government promised to do. " “It’s a great step, long awaited,” he said. “It appears the province has thought through some of the com- plexities. It’s a break for York Region. Now, we can spend more of our tax dollars on core municipal services." United Way of York Region CEO Daniele Zanotti is buoyed by the plan. Mr. Zanotti empatfiizes with the 120â€"month rollout rationale. “Those are very real ddllars we’ll see relief on," he said. With downloading, economic redistribution was premised on property, not income tax. The pres- sures on York Region translated into millions of dollars annually. “Most people probably aren’t happy with the phasing, but I think it's a responsible, cautious approach, especially when the jury’s still out on the economy." The government's plan ensures more appropriate funding, Mr. Van Bynen said. on downloading," he PRESENTED BY ‘ " If you don't no this logo V your In the wrong place! A“. $79900 OR OVER exdudlng tax (new orders only) If you don't see 1 your in the wron CANADA $549.99 Volunteers help new parean by providing emotional support and practical assistance during the early months ofa newborn ’s homecoming. this message brought to you as a community service of The Economnst/Sun-Tnbune GOOD BEGINNINGS wag; #233 -M VOLUNTEERS NEEDED Flyers, coupons, deals, magazines and "wamcu F 23."ng Save time, save money. Stou/fville Sunâ€"'l'ribune I Saturday, Nov. 1, 2008 anaca mm 1-800-574-6059 ext. 5117 FOR INFORMATION