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Public meeting is Jan. 23 for smaller, private wind turbine project
by David MeyerMAPLETON TWP. - While
there is a group formed in this township to oppose wind tur-bines, one resident believes his plans are unlikely to cause as much controversy.
Willem Roubos, of Concession 12 in old Maryborough, said in an inter-view his wind turbine proposal is what the provincial govern-ment had in mind long before it introduced its controversial Green Energy Act.
“I have a FIT [feed in tariff]contract,” Roubos said. “I’ve been working on this already
for years.”The wind turbine he is pro-
posing for his own farm is just over 200 feet high.
“They are not like the wind farms,” he said of controversial projects such as the recent-ly approved wind farm near Arthur in Mapleton Township.
Roubos said he is in business with John Hogg, of Harriston, who runs Free Breeze Energy Systems, a company that has been in business since 1999 and builds and sells smaller wind turbines.
It is the sole distributor for wind turbine manufacturer
RRB Energy, has an office in England and also works exten-sively in the United States. It’s Canadian office is in Waterloo.
“He started this business 12 years ago,” Roubos said of Hogg. “He works in the United States.”
He added with the reception wind companies have received in Canada, and Ontario in par-ticular, that corporate strategy makes business “a lot easier than around here.”
Then again, Roubos is not particularly a big fan of the Green Energy Act himself.
County officials visit to ‘put
names to faces’ for municipality
by David MeyerMAPLETON TWP. -
County officials are making the rounds of Wellington munici-palities, hoping to generate good will, understanding and to help give everyone a chance to meet county officials.
They rolled into Mapleton on Dec. 13 to make a pre-sentation to the council there. Warden Chris White said in an interview prior to the meeting that he and staff had been to Guelph-Eramosa and Minto for a similar meeting, and he met a councillor who told him, “I’ve never met a warden before.”
White said, “That’s not right.”
He added the idea is coun-ty and lower tier staff need to become familiar with each other and see how they can bet-ter work together.
White added the county is becoming interested in eco-nomic development issues and Jana Reichert, of the Waterloo Wellington Community Futures Development Corporation, was also part of the group, and would present some statistics councillors might find interest-ing about business.
White told council the group is on a “good will tour.”
He explained the county is working now on econom-ic development and hopes to attract business to the area. He added no matter which munici-pality gets a business, everyone else benefits, too, because the county takes over 60% of the municipal tax bill.
He said it is time to get a profile together of Wellington that can be offered to prospec-tive employers considering a move to southern Ontario.
Council rejects three bids for roller due to high cost, lack of informationby David Meyer
MAPLETON TWP. - In a penny pinching move, council here has rejected three bids to provide a rubber tire static roll-er for one of its road graders.
There were a number of unusual moves last week sur-rounding director of public works Larry Lynch’s report and recommendations.
He had obtained three bids to supply the roller, which is attached to the rear of a grad-er. That allows freshly grad-ed gravel to be packed down immediately after being grad-ed. Lynch said there are two township graders, and the one with a roller does a better job
because freshly graded gravel stays in place longer.
His report stated, “This equipment is not mass pro-duced and staff have been actively searching for machine shop personnel to fabricate such a unit. With over 150km of gravel roads in the township this addition to our fleet will have a significant impact on our gravel road maintenance operations.” He added staff had been able to identify three companies that could meet township specifications.
The bids ranged from Harold Jones Enterprises in Arthur at $11,000 plus HST, Hutchison Welding, Listowel,
at $12,350; and Graham Bowman Welding, also of Listowel, at $12,500.
Lynch took the unusual step of recommending the Bowman bid, the highest, because he said that company provided the most information about what it would provide.
“I recommend the higher bid because there is not much difference in price and I know exactly what I’m getting,” Lynch told council.
Councillor Neil Driscoll was unhappy with the higher cost, and noted Jones builds such equipment for a living.
Lynch argued, “That quote doesn’t tell me very much.”
When council held a vote on the more expensive roller, councillors Andy Knetsch and Jim Curry were in favour, and Driscoll and councillor Mike Downey were opposed. Mayor Bruce Whale broke the tie by opposing it.
Council then considered a motion to hire Jones, the low bidder, for $11,000 plus HST.
Downey pointed out coun-cil had just rejected two other items because of a lack of information.
Driscoll said, “The biggest issue is we’re over the budget of $10,000.”
Council then voted on hir-ing the low bidder. Downey
and Curry were in favour, and Knetsch and Driscoll were opposed. Whale again broke the tie by opposing that motion.
Lynch then asked who he could hire to build a roller.
Driscoll said he could “go back to all three” or perhaps find someone else entirely.
Lynch said he had been unable to do that over the course of the year.
“I don’t see anyone on a list who builds packers,” he said. “Staff has been chasing this all year.” Lynch added the low bid was $1,000 over the budget, but, “We picked that out of the air.”
Driscoll suggested, “Don’t
pick numbers out of the air.”Lynch said he had gone
through staff to get the $10,000 budget figure. “I’m frustrated. I don’t know where to go.”
Whale suggested if the township has a design and specifications, he could give that to all three bidding com-panies. He added if they cannot do the work, he knows some-one that might be able to do it.
Lynch agreed, “There are local people who, if you give them a drawing on a napkin, they can do it.” He asked Driscoll if he knows of anyone local who might be able to do the work.
Driscoll replied, “You bet.”
Wind farm opponents upset, township seeks legal advice on NextEra project approval
by David MeyerMAPLETON TWP. - The
Stop Mapleton Wind Farms group has asked council here to help in its appeal of the approval for NextEra Canada’s wind farm southwest of Arthur.
And after closed meetings throughout the day on Monday, council has decided to seek legal advice from county law-yer Peter Pickfield to deter-mine if a judicial appeal of the approval is feasible.
Clerk Patty Sinnamon said on Tuesday that means asking the courts to determine if all the legal processes were fol-lowed by NextEra.
Mayor Bruce Whale said in an interview the judicial appeal can fall after the Dec. 23 dead-line set for an Environmental Appeal Tribunal and would likely be filed in the new year.
Council did decide it would not seek an appeal through the Environmental Appeals Tribunal, a route taken unsuc-cessfully by another anti-tur-bine group in Chatham-Kent.
Resident John Krul told council Dec. 13 the sudden approval for NextEra came two years to the day after NextEra’s public meeting in Moorefield and his group wants help to fight provincial approval of a ten-turbine wind farm.
Sitting in to hear that del-egation was county Warden Chris White, chief administra-tive officer Scott Wilson and county planning director Gary Cousins. They had been part of an earlier county delega-tion, but since the county has taken a stand on wind farms, they remained to hear the resi-dents’ complaints and later sat in on the legal discussions with council in a closed meeting.
Krul pointed out council
had just heard from the county delegation that agriculture is a leading industry in Mapleton and the county.
“That makes it important not to shoehorn wind farms in there as well,” Krul said.
One thing that had him par-ticularly upset is the provin-cial Ministry of Environment’s (MOE) method of doing busi-ness. He said his group had one meeting with the ministry in the summer, and had been promised another one.
Instead, on Dec. 8, a mem-ber of his group was speak-ing with the MOE’s director of approvals late in the after-noon, and she gave no hint that NextEra’s application to build would be approved that afternoon.
He said the approval docu-ment was a 13-page report, so she should have known the approval was coming, but sim-ply did not let on to a member of Stop Mapleton Wind Farms what was about to happen.
Krul called that “a slap in the face” to those opposed to the project. He told council after watching county slides about Wellington County dur-ing a previous delegation, “I’m proud to be here. We don’t want Wellington look-ing like Dufferin County, like Shelburne.” That areas has dozens of wind turbines across its rural landscape.
Krul wondered if council continues to support his group in its opposition.
Councillor Jim Curry said to the best of his knowledge, nothing has changed. “We’re holding steadfast.”
Mayor Bruce Whale agreed “That is still our stand.”
He said the township has Continued on page 2 Continued on page 3Continued on page 2
commented on the NextEra proposal to the ministry, and added, “We were a little bit surprised as well when the answer was made.”
However, NextEra spokes-man Nicole Geneau had been to a council meeting in November and said she expected the deci-sion would come down before
the end of this year.Some turbine opponents
were also furious they had only 15 days, to Dec. 23, to decide to mount a legal appeal, which, they said, is a costly issue.
Whale said the crux of the matter has now become “on what basis do you challenge it to be successful?” He said the need is to identify a weakness
in the approval process.Whale said the township
had launched a request for a moratorium on all approvals until health studies had been done. About 80 municipalities have supported that resolution.
He noted that in an appeal in the Chatham-Kent area, the courts did not uphold the com-plaint on health issues (but it also did not state that health issues had no effect at all). Whale added there will be ongoing health studies but that could take “five to ten years.”
Krul said there are many inconsistencies from the MOE in the application. When the group complains about NextEra’s proposals to the MOE, the government ministry informs the company and it then makes changes.
One resident said of the MOE, “We don’t think they follow their own procedures.”
Another said the MOE is currently “under fire for their new website. It contains almost fraudulent information.”
Another said there were no public meetings after NextEra made numerous changes to its proposal in September, so the public had no chance to comment on what was finally approved by the province.
That questioner noted the
changes were to the location, the transmission lines, the com-munications tower and access roads, and “except for four turbines” everything had been changed.
Krul said, “It seems to me the MOE is pandering to the wind industry.”
Whale said timing is criti-cal, and the township might use county lawyer Peter Pickfield, who has already reviewed many of the documents in the case, “to see if there is a chance of an appeal.” He added council would decide about an appeal “on his advice.”
Krul said if anyone files a notice of appeal, it would not take place for two or three months.
Councillor Andy Knetsch asked if there can be an appeal based on the Charter of Rights and Freedoms.
Wind farm opponent Donna Weaver replied the ombuds-man is working on that, and there are possibilities of appeals under the Environmental Bill of Rights and the Environmental Protection Act at the federal and provincial levels. But, she said, “No one at the ombuds-man’s office seems to know.”
Krul urged council to support the group and said, “Everyone is watching this
area.” He explained that is because this is the first proj-ect to obtain its approval since the province passed its Green Energy Act.
Curry said there might be grounds for an appeal under technical issues, and he has talked with MP Gary Schellenberger, who told him there might be some federal protection. Curry said there are health implications, and “We may have federal law step in.”
Krul said as much as the wind industry denies it, compa-nies have “bought up” homes of people who became too ill to live in them, but in Mapleton it is not possible to sell out because, “It’s not possible to move a farm.”
Another said Eric Gillespie, the lawyer representing wind turbine opponents in Chatham-Kent “feels we have a strong case.” But Whale said the Chatam-Kent appeal was unsuccessful, and that wind farm “still went ahead.” There is currently a lawsuit started, within a few weeks of the project’s start-up.
One resident said Mapleton council should meet with Pickfield and Gillespie before deciding which approach to take, and asked if the township will support the group.
“We have to know if we’re on our own - if township coun-cil is with us - or if the county council is with us.”
Another resident said there are over 100 homes within 1,500 metres of the proposed turbines and, “We’re asking for protection of our health and our livelihood.”
Knetsch said he is con-cerned about decommissioning plans if the turbines go in. He noted the company has no plans to remove the rubber on the transmission lines, which he likens to putting tires in the ground - something the prov-ince does not allow.
Another resident reminded council that NextEra, through Bell Canada, has already started putting in underground infrastructure without the township’s knowledge or a permit. Whale said that was “Bell’s negligence.”
After the delegation was completed, council and county representatives huddled in a closed meeting for nearly an hour. Mapleton council then decided to hold the closed meeting on Dec. 19.
For a more complete story on that meeting, the town-ship’s decision and reaction to the decision, see this week’s Wellington Advertiser.
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“The smaller guys have to go through the same stuff” as the big American companies flooding into Ontario.
Roubos said the people he does business with are all pri-vate business people or farmers but, “Here, we have quite a struggle to get it going.”
He said he has met with for-mer Minister of Environment John Wilkinson, and hopes to get a turbine for his farm with-in the year. He said the equip-ment for it is already located on the property, but there are
steps he must complete. That includes a public meeting on Jan. 23 from 5 to 8pm at the Moorefield community centre for his 500kW turbine.
Instead of operating like a big company with huge wind farms, Roubos said Free Breeze concentrates on small-er, private projects.
“We installed one by a high school in the States,” he said, adding that turbine is the same size as the one he is proposing. That project was spearheaded by students wanting to promote green energy, and it went up
“with support from the whole community. It is standing in the schoolyard. Everybody is supportive.”
He said private projects like that one were what the provin-cial Liberal government first envisioned.
“Nobody acted on that. That’s why the Green Energy Act came through,” he said.
Roubos himself has a 200 acre farm and said the near-est house is 800 metres away from it. That house is his own residence.
“It’s coming in the middle
of our farm if everything goes okay,” he said. “I have the towers already. They are laying on the farm.” He said he has already held one public hearing and had signs up advertising his proposal. That was about four years ago and “nobody showed up.”
Nonetheless, Roubos said his proposal faces the same rules for approval as other wind farms and he noted there are penalties coming after next year “if you don’t produce hydro. We are plugging away at it.”
FROM PAGE ONE
Public meeting is Jan. 23 for private wind project
Krul: Government official’s tactics of withholding information a ‘slap in the face’FROM PAGE ONE
He noted Mapleton was in the process of forming its own economic development committee and said, “If you’re started, we won’t interfere, but maybe we can help. We all know, as a lower tier munici-pality, you don’t have any money.”
White estimated lower tier municipalities could “spend $40 million - and just be where we should.”
Reichert gave a presenta-tion on the population, pros-pects, and possible problems
and advantages for Wellington County. She noted in Mapleton 54% of the population is under age 35 and “We’re not a tran-sient community.” She said every county municipality has a greater population growth rate than the provincial rate, and added, “The quality of life is seen as particularly high.”
She noted Mapleton is the most rural of Wellington municipalities and agriculture grew by 16% between 2006 and 2009. She noted in par-ticular there is a prospect for agricultural products for the
“ethnic” market.When it comes to business,
she said a survey indicated there are three major complaints by employers. She said there is a shortage of skilled labour, there is a shift away from gen-eral labour, the taxes are high, and there are cost pressures for such things as gasoline, other fuels, and hydro.
She added the strengths are, as one businessman put it, “We are close to everything, but far enough away.” She said being close to major populations is a major strength for the area.
Weaknesses include no public transit, a lack of local food options, a lack of brand-ing and a lack of cohesion between the upper and lower tier governments.
Reichert added house-hold debt in Wellington is too high, but there were signs in November the economy picked up with people spending for Christmas and more jobs in retail and health care.
She added there is a chance of a resurgence in manufactur-ing because there appears to be a slowing of China’s econ-
omy as costs increase there, and manufacturing might be shifting to the southern United States. When that part of the continent is working, Canadian exports can do well.
Councillor Andy Knetsch noted there is an absence of skilled labour and asked why Canada is not importing people from Europe who have English as a second language.
White said, “That’s the rea-son why we’re doing this. It’s a pretty basic item. There’s a lot of businesses out there that need people.”
He said informing col-leges and universities of what skills are going to be needed would allow them to offer the right courses. That, along with recruiting overseas, could halt the shortage of skilled workers.
But, White said, some things go beyond core munici-pal services.
“We’re trying to step up and work with businesses.” He cited a recent job fair held in his municipality in Marden that attracted 200 people.
Mayor Bruce Whale told council Reichert is one of those assigned to the new county economic development com-mittee. White added, “She will report back.”
County chief administrative officer Scott Wilson introduced all the department heads, and said, “All of us at the county are very proud of what we do.”
Councillor Neil Driscoll asked if Mapleton could use the county’s human resources department to help the town-ship. Several municipalities are looking at such things as per-formance reviews and needs in hiring. Andrea Lawson said the county would be pleased to help “within time and staff limits.”
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Christmas AdvertisingSome December issues of
the Drayton Advocate dating back to 1919 give a snap shot of Christmas advertising in our community.
Local merchants advertised special items for the Christmas season as well as their usual merchandise. Everything from clothing to special groceries, meats and candies were avail-
able. In 1931, when times were
harder, the Royal Bank’s ad suggested that money put into a savings account was the ideal gift for children.
By the 1950s and 60s much more expensive gifts were sug-gested, such as electrical appli-ances, radios and even new cars.
The Reeve of the Village
issued a proclamation each year, declaring Dec. 26 Boxing Day and requesting that all citi-zens observe the holiday.
Churches placed ads for their regular and special services. All issues carried accounts of the Sunday School Christmas concerts at the vari-ous churches.
Today our mail boxes are stuffed with flyers and each
newspaper we pick up is fat with ads, in colour, extolling us to purchase a myriad of items as gifts.
Many plan shopping trips to nearby cities and even to the bordering cities in the United States.
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Perhaps it is true that time flies when one is having fun, or maybe as we get older and busier the faster time seems to pass.
We are now quickly approaching the end of 2011, a decade into the new millennium, and the Christmas season, with all of its joys and parking space hassles, is now upon us. Fortunately, our family Christmas seems currently to be well in hand (thanks almost entirely to our hard working spouse), with several gifts already wrapped and ready to be moved under the tree, or at least they are purchased - and that surely takes a lot of strains of the season off of our back.
For the most part, people seem to be in good moods, with smiles abounding. That is a good thing, considering the number of people who have struggled in the past year or two. It is currently a time of year when we are particularly jovial when meeting friends and acquaintances, even as people gripe about the miserable weather (too much or too little snow, too warm, or too cold). We are, after all, quintessentially Canadian.
We realize that some folks have not had an easy time of it this year. The hangover from the recession lingered a lot longer than anyone would wish. For those still struggling and seeking a job and all the good things that come with decent employment, we can only suggest to not give up hope. Our financial guru told us firmly well over a year ago that things will definitely pick up in 2012, and that time is nigh. Fortunately, our guru has been accurate in forecasting economic trends better than most politicians and prog-nosticators for well over 30 years.
We can only hope that the world wide economy, particularly in the United States and Europe, gets itself sorted out.
Recent statistics we have seen about shopping indicate people are again spending at least something for the Christmas season, and that is all to the good for our business community. When small, local business is doing well, people are getting hired or at least have some work. We note that in Drayton and other places around Wellington County there are new businesses springing up, and that, too, is a good sign that while the economy might be fragile, it is still in there and kicking, and local entrepreneurs are hopeful the worst is heading into our rearview mirrors.
We note, too, that a goodly number of people have managed to dig deeply and offer to help the less fortunate with donations to local food banks. We know those are very busy this time of year, but the community seems determined that children, in particular, will have some gifts on Christmas morning, and if Christmas is for anyone, it is for the kids.
On a personal level, Anna, Hellene, Matt and I just finished erecting our family Christmas tree, with cats Dusty and Caramel fussing and poking at the branches and ornaments.
Our extended family’s Christmas celebrations will seem a little surreal this year because, for the first time, our Mother will not be a part of those celebrations. Further, Dad has moved into our sister’s home, so the old homestead now stands empty. It will truly be a time for reminiscing and talking old times with family. The sale was over a month ago, but the realization we will no longer crowd into our first home for a Christmas feast still hasn’t settled in. It will take some time before we get used to it. Still, we are celebrating and meeting on Christmas day, now at that sister’s home, and the focus will be on those who attend, while we miss those no longer with us.
As there is no Community News until the New Year, when we will again start with Volume 45, Issue number one and begin a reverse count down to the end of the year, we also take this opportunity to wish everyone the very happiest of times in the coming year. No one can foresee the future, of course, but we remain hopeful our lives will unfold as we wish them to, with the only surprises being pleasant ones. We wish everyone the best of adventures in the year ahead.David Meyer
Merry Christmas and …
Letter to the EditorExtend deadline
Dear Editor:Open Letter to Minister of
the Environment Jim Bradley.On Dec. 8 your government
issued a renewable energy approval NextEra Canada for its proposed 10-turbine wind energy project in the Township of Mapleton.
Your ministry’s approval came without warning and without notice to my office.
The timing of your approv-al is similarly disappointing. Instead of releasing it while the legislature was in session, your government waited until the day that the legislature adjourned for the Christmas break. That is unacceptable, and suggests that your govern-ment is avoiding accountability on what you must know is an extremely contentious issue in our communities.
As you know, you have given municipalities and citi-zens only until Dec. 23, two days before Christmas, to appeal your government’s deci-sion on the Mapleton project. To the many people opposed to this project, your deadline is unreasonable and unworkable. The financial costs of mount-ing an appeal are extraordinary.
For these reasons, I ask you to order an immediate exten-
sion of the appeals period, which must extend well into the New Year to provide fair and ample opportunity to all concerned.
I have met with several con-stituents on this matter; many of them are extremely upset that your government does not appear to be listening to their concerns.
Randy Pettapiece, MPP, Perth-Wellington
PAGE FOUR The Community News, Friday, December 23, 2011
COUNCIL DATESMonday, December 26, 2011 Office Closed
Tuesday, December 27, 2011 Office Closed – No Council Meeting
Monday, January 02, 2012 Office Closed
Tuesday, January 10, 2012 7:00 p.m. - Regular Meeting of Council
2012 DOG TAGS2012 tags are now available at the Municipal Office
Every owner of a dog within the Township is required to obtain a license before the 15th day of May, or within 21 days of becoming a dog owner. Registering your dog (s) demonstrates responsible pet owner-ship and helps with the identification and safe return of your pet.
FEES: First Dog $15.00 AFTER MAY 15th: First Dog $25.00 Second Dog $30.00 Second Dog $40.00 Third Dog $45.00 Third Dog $55.00
If your dog is picked up by the Township’s Canine Control Officer (Jo-Alan Animal Care Services) and it does not have a 2012 tag, you may incur additional fees and charges.The municipality has a responsibility to all tax payers to ensure animal control services are funded from the collection of dog licenses and not from the general tax levy.
Number of Dogs: No owner/occupier of a premise in the Township shall keep more than three (3) dogs on one property. If you require further information regarding kennel licenses, please contact the Municipal Office.
DRAYTON WATER AND SEWER USERSPlease be advised that By-law Number 2011-088 being a By-law to set Monthly Waterworks and Wastewater Rates charged by The Corporation of the Township of Mapleton for the use of municipal water and wastewater services in the Village of Drayton was passed by Mapleton Township Council
• Thewastewater(sewer)chargeshallbe$35.44permonth.
The above noted charges will be effective January 1, 2012.
MOOREFIELD WATER AND SEWER USERSPlease be advised that By-law Number 2011-087 being a By-law to set Monthly Waterworks and Wastewater Rates charged by The Corporation of the Township of Mapleton for the use of municipal water and wastewater services in the Village of Moorefield was passed by Mapleton Township Council
• Thewastewater(sewer)chargeshallbe$41.20permonth.
The above noted charges were effective December 1, 2011.
Township of Mapleton Council and Staff would like to wish everyone a safe and happy Holiday Season
and a Very Merry Christmas to all.
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This holiday season gives us the opportunity to turn our attention away from business matters to express our deepest thanks and warmest wishes to our customers and friends. May you have a wonderful holiday filled with happiness, peace & the love of family & friends. May the New Year bring you good health, peace and prosperity.
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Community News file photo Church crew - Alma Bible Church members get set for a ride during last weekend’s Alma Christmas parade. photo by Mike Robinson
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Ontario health officials are offering nine helpful tips to stay healthy and reduce the risk of spreading the flu and other viruses this holiday season.
1. Get the flu shot. It’s free. The flu shot helps your body build the defenses and can prevent the flu from taking hold up to 90 per cent of the time among healthy adults and children.
2. Wash hands with soap and water thoroughly and often. Proper hand cleaning guards against and limits the spread of many illnesses. Wash hands for at least 15 seconds.
3. Keep alcohol-based hand
sanitizer handy. Hand sanitizer needs to be at least 60 per cent alcohol to be effective.
4. Cover your mouth and nose when you cough or sneeze. Cough into your upper sleeve if you don’t have a tis-sue.
5. Stay home from work if you are sick. When you’re not feeling well, the best thing you can do for your own health and the health of your co-workers is to stay home.
6. Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth. The flu virus usually enters the body through the eyes, nose or mouth, and your hands touch
objects and surfaces that may have viruses on them, includ-ing the flu virus.
7. Avoid large crowds of people where viruses can spread easily. This might be a challenge when you’re shop-ping and socializing during the holidays. Stay aware of your health and the health of others when you’re out and about. .
8. Clean germ-spreading surfaces like purses or gloves. These items come in contact with contaminated surfaces when you set them down on areas like tables and coun-tertops, spreading germs and viruses. Wipe these surfaces
with disinfecting cleaner regu-larly.
9. Eat well, exercise and get enough rest. Keeping your immune system strong will lessen your chances of getting sick. Eat well, exercise regu-larly and get enough sleep to keep your health in top shape.
“I see people taking these precautions all the time and I encourage everyone to keep it up,” said Dr. Arlene King, Ontario’s Chief Medical Officer of Health.
“We owe it to the people we spend time with to do what we can to stay healthy and avoid catching the flu.”
Officials offer tips to stay healthy over holidays
Reflections column: The Christmas story continues onby Rev. Calvin Brown,
Knox Presbyterian ChurchThe fun-filled Pageant
held last Sunday at our church included almost everyone in the congregation.
Some were characters reen-acting the Christmas story. There was Mary and Joseph at the stable and a modern version of Mary and Joe at the down-town mission as we speculated what the story might look like if Jesus had become human today instead of over 2,000 years ago.
There was a young prophet and an older prophet, there were people in the choir and the congregation joining with the angels and shepherds to
sing Joy to the World.It made me stop and con-
sider the scale of this story that even in the retelling included all the people; even those who thought they had no part but came only to be spectators. It included everyone: people from the newborn Jesus to a 4-year-old angel to one of our seniors, who played the role of the prophet Micah foretelling the coming Messiah.
The Christmas story is real history and includes everyone, not just those gathered around the manger scene. Each of us today also plays a part. Some may be like Mary, who played a central role in God’s plan as one who submitted to an
amazing request to be mother and nurturer to one born for a special purpose. Others are like Joseph who sees his role as a member of the support-ing cast, and others may be like the inn keeper who didn’t provide the much needed room when opportunity knocked at the door.
Today Christ has come, has grown up, has died, has come back to life and returned to heaven - but the opportunity to relate to him remains.
Today we can submit to answer God’s call to carry Christ in us; not like Mary who carried him physically within her womb, but as those who are filled with his Holy Spirit. We can be like Joseph, whose role was to support and lend assistance to someone God has called to lead in a special task.
The story is for everyone and everyone has a part to play in it. There are many roles yet to be filled because the story isn’t over.
This Christmas take a few minutes to decide which part you will play. The story didn’t end at Christmas with the birth of the baby. The baby grew,
taught the ways of God’s king-dom, died to save us, He arose from the grave and commis-sioned his followers to spread the news. He then ascended into heaven and will come again. The story is not over and your name is included in the final chapter. What role will you play?
At the end it is my prayer that God will be pleased with the role you and I play in tell-ing his story. Hopefully we will be on the side of the prince of light and not on the dark side.
Some readers may not real-ly know the Christmas story and so I invite you to come to church this holiday season - to the Christmas eve candlelight services or the Christmas day service - and hear the story repeated as it is read from scripture, retold by the min-ister, and sung about by your neighbours.
It is the greatest story ever told and you can be a sig-nificant player as you play your part in your community.
We’d be happy to help you find the part of the story God has planned for you.
God bless you, everyone.
PAGE TEN The Community News, Friday, December 23, 2011
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Regular Sunday Services are @ 10:00am throughout the holiday season
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Palmerston at 7:30pmChristmas Day Service:
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Senate calls for moratorium on some turbines due to bird killsOTTAWA - The Senate of
Canada recently unanimously backed a motion by Senator Bob Runciman calling on Ontario to institute a moratori-um on wind-farm development along eastern Lake Ontario until the impact on birds and bats can be studied.
Runciman noted the region from the eastern tip of Wolfe Island to the western end of Prince Edward County is a cru-cial route for migratory birds and bats.
He is concerned about plans for wind energy proj-ects on Amherst Island west of Kingston and at Ostrander Point in Prince Edward County, both of which would be located in internationally-recognized
important bird areas. Both proj-ects were in the final stages of approval by the Ontario gov-ernment.
“Much of my concern flows from the bird and bat kill rates experienced with the devel-opment of the wind farm on Wolfe Island, east of the two proposed projects and also in a designated important bird area,” Runciman said, noting that Nature Canada officials stated Wolfe Island has a kill rate for birds and bats seven times the industry average in Canada primarily because it is located in the wrong spot.
Runciman lauded Nature Canada for its leadership on the issue, but noted, “They’ve been a voice in the wilderness,
so to speak.“Environmental groups one
would expect to assist in pro-tecting bird populations have been silent, in effect allow-ing green energy production to trump alarming bird and bat kill rates and even the threat to endangered species.”
Environment Canada described Ostrander Point as one of the best areas for birds in southern Ontario, Runciman said.
“It’s surprising that some-one believes it is a good idea to put wind turbines on this spot. Hard as it is to believe, the landlord, the owner of the property, is the province of Ontario.
“Clean renewable energy
should help, not harm, wild-life,” Runciman told fellow senators.
He added the long-term cumulative effect of the current Ontario policy could pose a grave danger to several species, including species at risk.No health risk, says province
Meanwhile, the provincial government was proceeding with its wind energy program.
It announced in a press release that an expert report has concluded there is no direct health risk from wind turbine sound at Ontario’s regulated setback distance.
Noise, vibration and acous-tics experts Howe Gastmeier Chapnik Limited (HGC Engineering) conducted the
study. The study analyzed the lat-
est findings on low frequency noise and infrasound from wind turbines. In addition, three experts in the field of noise, vibration and acoustics reviewed and validated the report.
The report found the prov-ince’s rules to control wind turbine sound are rigorous. It stated Ontario has one of the strictest noise limits in North America, which includes a 550 metre minimum setback, based on a 40 decibel limit. Those requirements align with the limits set by the World Health Organization.
Minister of the Environment Jim Bradley said, “Our priority
is to develop renewable energy in a way that protects Ontarians. This report finds that we are on the right track by taking a cau-tious approach when setting standards for wind turbine set-backs and sound limits.”
Provincial officials say they are phasing out coal fired elec-tricity by 2014 and increasing renewable energy like wind, solar and biomass.
The consultants consid-ered more than 100 papers and reports from Ontario, Alberta, and countries around the world.
The government has prom-ised it will continue to monitor the evolving science’s tech-nical developments, and any emerging regulatory policies introduced in other countries.
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CARD OF THANKSO’Reilly, Adrienne Joseph; of Drayton passed away peacefully at the Caressant Care Nursing Home, Harriston with his family by his side on Wednesday, December 13, 2011. He was a Lifelong resident of Peel Township and the son of the late William and Marie (Foley) O Reilly. Dear brother of the late William (Bill) O’Reilly, Rosemary Oesler of Kitch-ener, Ave Marie and her husband Jim Warren of Thornhill and Helen and her husband Dick Weichel Peterborough. Brother-in-law of Bernice O’Reilly of Stoney Creek. Adrienne will be greatly missed by his eleven nieces and nephews and all of his great
nieces and nephews who fondly re-membered the annual picnic at the farm. He taught school in Water-loo county and in Guelph for many years and was a local insurance agent. Adrienne was a member of the Ontario Hereford Association and farmed all of his life and was always actively involved in the community. Predeceased by brother-in-law Ross Oesler. The family received friends atthe Heritage Funeral Home, Drayton on Friday, December 16, 2011. Fa-ther Toman conducted the Funeral Mass in St. Martin of Tours Roman Catholic Church, Drayton on Saturday December 17, 2011 at 11am.
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In loving memory of our dear Mother Audrey Bridge
who passed away on December 30, 2007
Sadly missed by your family and friends
How constantly we think of you with hearts and eyes that fill.The love in life we had for you in death grows stronger still.
May the winds of love blow softly and whisper for you to hear.
How much we love and miss you as it dawns another year.
HofstraThe Family of Gabe Hofstra wish to say Thank you
to The Staff of The Royal Terrace, Dr. Donald, Ken, Mary and Vic
of Heritage Funeral Homes, Pastor Dave Tiessen and this Community
for their wonderful care and support. Your visits, food, cards, memorial donations, thoughts and prayers are much appreciated.
IN MEMORIAM
(NC) - The holiday season is a busy time, so it’s easy to get side-tracked and let good environmental habits slide.
There are a number of sim-ple ways to stay green during the holidays, including pur-chasing home-grown produce and meats.
TD Friends of the Environment Foundation offers the following reasons why peo-ple should go local this holiday season:
- environmental benefits: transporting food uses a lot of energy - when we reduce the distance food travels, we help the environment;
- food quality: food grown locally is fresher and often tastier; and
- community development:
buying locally keeps money circulated within the commu-nity allowing growth in the local economy.
One easy way make holiday meals a little greener is to visit a local farm or market and purchase a locally raised, free-range turkey.
Then dress up the bird with a delicious stuffing made from primarily locally grown ingre-dients, such as this chestnut stuffing.
Roast turkey with chestnut stuffing
This recipe for a 3-5kg tur-key is courtesy of the Fairmont Royal York Hotel.
250g/1 cup diced onion150g/half-cup diced celery100g/third-cup butter500g/4 cups bread cubesTo taste Salt and pepper2 tbsp chopped parsley1 tbsp chopped thyme1 tbsp chopped rosemary3 crushed garlic cloves250mL/1 cup chicken stock
to bind200g/1.5 cups chestnuts
roughly chopped.Melt the butter in a frying
pan. Add onions, celery, garlic, salt and pepper. Add chestnuts and bread. Stir for one minute. Remove and place into a mix-ing bowl. Add the stock to bind and finally the chopped herbs. Add salt and pepper according to taste.
Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Remove the giblets from the turkey’s cavity. Wash the turkey cavity under the tap and drain. Fill with the chest-nut stuffing and tie the legs to secure the stuffing. Brush the turkey with oil and season the turkey well with salt and pep-per. Place stuffed turkey onto a roasting tray and place into oven. See the meat chart for times - a 3 to 5kg turkey will take approximately 2 to 2.5 hours to cook.
Your turkey should always have an internal temperature of 170°F (77 °C) when cooked.
- www.newscanada.com
(NC) - Every January, Canadians across the coun-try kick-off their annual New Year’s resolution ritual. ‘Time for a new beginning’ messages are splashed everywhere we look, yet despite all the hype, most of us have difficulty staying on track. By the time
gloomy February rolls around, the majority of our New Year’s resolutions have long been for-gotten.
This year stick to your reso-lution with these three simple, but effective tips.
First, examine your motiva-tion for change. Do you want
to get in better shape so that you can have more energy for your family or perform bet-ter at work? It’s important to understand why you’re work-ing towards a goal to stay moti-vated.
Second, focus on changing your behaviour, rather than the
goal itself. For example, if your goal is to lose ten pounds, try not to stare at the scale each day, but rather focus on chang-ing your eating and exercise habits. Try keeping pre-sliced fresh fruits in your fridge for an easy snack, and keep a por-table Duracell instant charger in your bag to ensure you are never stuck at the gym with an uncharged mp3 player or phone. Having the proper tools will help set you up for suc-cess.
Last but not least, make tasks non-negotiable. If your plan is to wake-up and exercise first thing in the morning, stick to the plan. Don’t make excus-es for yourself. On the odd occasion when you slip, it is important not to abandon your resolution, but pick yourself up and move on.
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PAGE TWELVE The Community News, Friday, December 23, 2011
OUR GIFT
TO YOU
Your friends at
CommunityChristian School
Wishing our community a Merry Christmas and a
Happy New Year
Everyone is invited to a Free Community Skate
Wednesday, January 4, 2011 11:00am-1:00pm
PMD Arena, Drayton
Let’s celebrate the holidays together
County of Wellington
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County of Wellington
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Your friends from the
Moorefield Optimist say…
Thank you! To all our local businesses
and individuals who made
our Christmas Dinner
and Dance a success.
Merry Christmas & Happy 2012!
Presents the 1st Annual Father’s Day
ATV & Garden Tractor Pull
Sunday June 21st, 2009 @ 1:00pm
Moorefield Community Center Registration begins at 11:30 am
All ages are welcome to pull!
Stock Garden Tractor Classes
Modified Garden Tractors
2 & 4 wheel drive ATV Class
Up to 650 lbs Up to 750 lbs Up to 750 lbs
650 - 750 lbs 750 - 950 lbs 750 - 900 lbs
750 - 950 lbs 950 - 1150 lbs 900 - 1100 lbs
950 - 1200 lbs 1150 - 1350 lbs OPEN CLASS
1200 - 1350 lbs OPEN CLASS
OPEN CLASS
$5.00 per pull (Only 2 Classes per Tractor/ATV)
**JOYRIDING = AUTOMATIC DISQUALIFICATION*
General Admission is $5.00/person **DAD’S are ½ Price!**
Ages 5 & under are free with Adult admission
*Food Booth on site* *General Pull rules apply*
For more info call Neil @ 519-638-3252 or
McKague Trucking @ 519-392-6353
This Christmas Entertain & Shop local
From the Management and Staff of
Your Hometown Grocer
December 24 8:00am-4:00pm
Closed December 25 & 26 December 27 8:00am-9:00pmDecember 31 8:00am-6:00pm
Closed January 1 January 2 8:00am-7:00pm
HOLIDAY HOURS
DRAYTONFOOD MARKET
Drayton Location10 Wellington St North
Unit 1, Drayton
Fergus-EloraDriving School
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New Deluxe CIty PaCkageCall foR DetaIlsGift Certificates Available
MTO ApprovedBeginner Driver Educational Course Provider
519-638-9990www.ferguseloradrivingschool.com
Drivers Courses:
2nd Course Now Available for the
Christmas Break Jan 3-6: 3:00pm-7:00pm Jan 7: 9:00am-2:45pm
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Tips to help make a lasting change for 2012 ‘Tis the season for shopping local
