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Mountainview Christian Reformed Church will host an Easter concert Saturday night. Tickets are $15 each or $35/family and available at the Dutch Shop or at the door. Proceeds to McNally Hospice. The concert starts at 7:30 p.m.

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Grimsby Seniors Club will host its speaker series presentation next Monday, March 25 at 1:30 at the Livingston Activity Centre. Patient care manager at the LHIN, Tami McCallum, will make a presentation. There is no cost. Later Monday evening, Lincoln’s Seniors Club will host its potluck at the Lincoln Center starting at 5:45 p.m. Visitors can bring one large dish to share along with their own plate, cup and cutlery.

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Grimsby Garden Club will host guest speak Victoria Bick at its regular meeting on Monday night, March 25, starting at 7 p.m. Bick will discuss, “A Little Paradise Unto Itself - Dundurn Castle’s Kitchen Garden”. Coffee and treats will also be available.

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Subpoenas, legal letters, a “bullet” dodged Just another week in the fallout of Grimsby Energy’s biodigester By Mike Williscraft NewsNow As has been the rule rather than the exception, bad news reigned supreme during the latest council update into Grimsby Energy’s failing biodigester project. GE chair Delight Davoli informed council on all aspects of the operation from production to potential sale to significant administrative issues unearthed over weeks and months of research. Two former members of council who also were board members have been served with subpoenas to appear before the La-

bour Board to provide information on administrative matters regarding the operation, Davoli said. The hearing was scheduled for this week in Toronto. As well, Davoli noted that a former member of council, “was encouraging a potential purchaser to break the non-disclosure agreement and tell what was going on” with the process. “A letter will be going out to ask this person to cease and desist,” said Davoli. While there is very little information to go on with the vast majority of meeting min-

utes non-existent at this point, some small pieces in the puzzle of how the project got into its current state have been found. For example, while registered letters have been sent to all board members requesting any past minutes, only three replies have come back stating they had none. Going through the board recording secretary, Davoli and her team were able to get minutes from September and October last year which provided some interesting and troubling information, she noted. “That board knew in September it was in See UPDATE, Page 3

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News Now • Thursday, March 21, 2019 • Page 3 This never came to fruition as the municipal election a month later cleared the deck of the vast majority of the previous council, many of which were also members on multiple hydro boards. While much of the information Monday was new, the theme and direction of it was all too familiar for members of council who listened attentively for Davoli’s hour-long presentation, which included many questions and comments. “We’re becoming famous for things I wish had never happened,” said Davoli, noting a television piece which aired on CH TV news last week. Coun. Reg Freake, who also sits on Grimsby Power’s board, thanked Davoli and her team for their effort as did other members of council - before he

waded into the difficult area of how the Town is gong to pay for this fiasco. “Deep breath,” he said, before taking a lengthy pause. “The taxpayer really has to pay for this dump on the hill,” said Freake, pointing out there is no way to find $5 million in the budget to offset the impact of the bank loan. “It is a most sad thing when you think about what we could have done with the $5 million.” Davoli corrected Freake noting the total is over $15 million and she reminded council that the previous board sold off NRBN, the company’s fibre optics operation for $9 million, the proceeds from which were dumped into the biodigester and will not be recouped. “And to hear there

is still some of the old guard meddling with it makes me irate,” said Freake, referring to the attempt to gain internal and confidential information on the operation. “It is sad anyone would put the Town in this position.” Coun. Dave Kadwell, who experienced a lot of lows over the last several years as he attempted to get any information on the project made public was at a loss for words. “I just can’t...,” said Kadwell, his words drifting off. “It makes me even more disgusted,” said Kadwell, reacting to the information that past board members knew of the financial condition the project was in last Fall and didn’t share any of that information with council. While many suppliers are still waiting for

some level of payment, it was noted after a question by Mayor Jeff Jordan that all previous board members’ stipends had been paid up to current before they left the board. It was noted that members of council on any hydro board did not receive these payments, rather, they were collected into a fund which made regular charitable contributions. Coun. Lianne Vardy pointed out that the new board is working totally free of any charge of pay. “This board has not spent one dime on a sandwich or a cup of coffee. I just want to make that clear,” said Vardy. On the operation side, Davoli noted that an about-face by the Ministry of Environment did extensive damage to the ability

of the site to carry on. Last October, a decision was issued called the output material agriculture grade, but that decision was flipped after the new board took over. This change made it much more costly to truck and disperse the output material with Davoli estimating the cost to empty the two now-full tanks on site at $45,000. Until those tanks are empty, at least partially, the site cannot run. She also noted that the generator is due for a 10,000-hour service, which will cost about $35,000. About the only ray of potential light, she said, is the possibility that some of the $1.9 million in taxes paid on the NRBN sale may be recouped. “I’m not holding my breath, though,” said Davoli.

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Fear not regulars of Different Strokes, a new home is coming down the pipe. Owner of the popular downtown Grimsby billiards hall, Val Potvin, says a “for lease” sign will go up soon and the business will closed over the summer, but it will reopen this fall at the old train station on Ontario Street. “We just don’t want

anyone to worry. We’ll be back,” said Potvin, adding plans call for all the regular features, plus an expanded menu with a patio and deck. “That old 1853 building is amazing. We have opened it right up to show all the old craftsmanship,” said Val’s husband Matt, adding they are hoping for an early September opening, “but have lots to do.”

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Grimsby youth serves as Queen’s Park page By Joanne McDonald For NewsNow Politics is exciting and MPP Sam Oosterhoff is really cool says Josie Noue, fresh from a three-week term serving as a Legislative Page at Queen’s Park. The 12-year-old Grimsby resident packed a lot of political learning into her time in the Legislature and said it was an honour to experience the provincial government in action. A Grade 7 student at École Confédération, in Welland, Noue was one of only 150 young students who are chosen each year to participate in Ontario’s Legislative Page Program. Her role, along with the homework of learning the names of politicians from all 124 ridings, was to deliver documents and water in the legislative chamber. Directed to wear a non-partisan face at all times, Noue was the picture of savoir-faire. Meanwhile the articulate and astute student captured a vivid picture of the legislative assembly in action. Carrying out her duties, she had a chance to watch emotions unfold around the Chamber as members struggled with making difficult decisions that affect residents across the province. “It opened my eyes. They talked about kids with Autism and human trafficking. I didn’t know all that was happening in Ontario. It got pretty heated. On the last day there was an Autism protest outside. There were families in the Chamber that day and some of them were crying. I felt like I was

Grimsby resident Josie Noue, 12, with Niagara West MPP Sam Oosterhoff is home from an exciting three-week term serving as a Legislative Page at Queen’s Park. part of a really important conversation.” While all sides were making their points in the debate, Noue said the main message was that kids with Autism need more support. “All the MPPs were stressed. You could see the veins popping out of their heads. I felt like I was part of something really important.” “It was really exciting. I would never have

thought all that was happening in government I would never think of people shouting and crying and I would never have thought that would be happening in front of me.” “Politics is really serious and important,” Noue said,. “They were making big decisions for people in Ontario.” One lunch hour was spent with Ni-

agara West MPP Sam Oosterhoff. “I learned alot. He has a really interesting background and he made me feel really welcome,” Noue said. “He’s actually a really cool person.” And he said, “we were doing a good job and he appreciates our work.” The first time away from her family, Noue was billeted during the three weeks in Toronto, February 19 to March 7, and home on the weekends with her parents Marie-Ange and Eric Noue, older brother Manfred and younger sister Antonella. “She’s a great kid,’ said her mom. Noue said her mom told her about the Page program. She applied, wrote an essay and one month later got the call that she had been selected. “The whole Page program has made me more mature and educated about the issues. It has made me a better person.” The program provides a unique opportunity for Ontario students in grades 7 or 8 to experience the provincial legislature and forge new lifelong friendships with peers from across the province. It’s a competitive process designed for outgoing, highachieving, communityinvolved students who have demonstrated responsibility and leadership. Now Noue wants to learn more about the political system. “I will tell my friends it was fun and they should apply to have the same opportunity.”

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It is with profound sadness that Clayton’s family announces his passing. Clayton was surrounded by loved ones and passed from this life peacefully with his wife Corona and his Goddaughter (niece) Cathy holding his hands. Clayton was born in Smithville, the son of George and Lillian Jarvis, brother of James (deceased) He is survived by his loving wife Corona. Clayton and Corona were married on June 15, 1957 in Smithville. They lived their 62 years together in Smithville, Beamsville, Muskoka and returning to Beamsville. They enjoyed vacationing at Shores Acres Trailer Park in Port Dover and travelling to ploughing matches with their “Two Cylinder family.” His Antique Model B John Deere won many awards. He was a member of the Masons and a member and volunteer of Beamsville and Smithville fair boards and several Antique Tractor organizations. He also volunteered for numerous years at Albright Manor just to name a few. Clayton loved the outdoors. Grass never grew under his feet. He always enjoyed visiting with friends and family over coffee; and sitting on the porch when it was time to relax. Clayton will be remembered by many for his quick wit, warm smile and always being there with a helping hand when needed. Clayton is survived by his niece and “nephew” Cathy and Joe Merritt and his brother-in-law and friend Jim Atkinson; and his sister-in-law Judy Grobb. Clayton is also survived by his brother-in-law Albert Grobb , his niece Ann (Chris) his great nephew & niece Cody and Avery, his sister Heather and several nieces and nephews Visitation will be held at the Vineland Chapel of Tallman Funeral Homes 3277 King St. Vineland on Thursday March 21st 2-4 and 6-8pm. Service in the chapel on Friday March 22nd at 1pm with interment at Mount Osborne Cemetery. Reception to follow in the Fireside Room at Tallmans. In lieu of flowers Corona would appreciate donations to Saint Helen Roman Catholic Church in Beamsville, McNally House Hospice in Grimsby or a charity of your choice. When you love someone, that love doesn’t die when they do. It stays in our hearts forever.

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support,” said Duong. “We also had PKC and BT high school parking lots packed – with a limo shuttle bus taking fans to the PKC from BT. We’ll continue to offer the BT parking and shuttle for the next series as well.” The next series starts tonight (Wed) at the PKC against the Applejacks. The Applejacks finished their season in third place but knocked off the first place club, Tavistock, 4-1 to draw the Peach Kings in the next round. Grimsby won the coin flip and got home ice. Game 2 goes Friday night at PKC. Both games start at 8 p.m. With Game 3 and Game 4 on the road on Saturday night and next Wednesday, March 27, the series will shift back to PKC for Games 5 & & on Friday, March 29 and Monday, April 1 if necessary. Game 6 would go in Wellesley Sunday, March 31 if necessary.

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Tasty time

The annual roast beef dinner at Trinity United Church in Beamsville proved a big draw Saturday night. Among those on hand were, serving on the right, Rev. Heather Weaver-Orosz, with some of the diners on the left, Ruth Burton as well as Jan and Bruce McLennan.

WLMH third party review coming So Hamilton Health Sciences got a third party review conducted of the West Lincoln Memorial Hospital operating rooms and related facilities. That report is expected imminently. Interesting that WLMH staff had already lined up Accreditation Canada, the actual body which does the site reviews, to conduct a preliminary report to see how things may stack up when the true review is done later this year. Out of the blue, AC backs off telling local officials they don’t that sort of thing. Now HHS steps in, gets someone on their own, and now non-disclosure agreements have been put in front of staff to keep the findings confidential. Simply, this process should not be confidential. Any findings, positive or negative should be subject to a public meeting and defended, not socked away on a dark shelf. M.W.

The fun, the old and the brutal This space hasn’t been too much fun, unfortunately, with any regularity, so let’s start with some frivolity before we get to the brutal. Go Peach Kings Go!! In what was surely a most unusual, but highly competitive series, the Jr. C Peach Kings finally vanquished the Glanbrook Rangers in Game 7 in Glanbrook on Sunday afternoon. While Glanbrook dogged the Peach Kings all season long - as they were both the cream of the crop during the regular season - all expected a close series and it sure delivered. Now, though, the Peach Kings move to face Wellesley with Game 1 on Wednesday night and Game 2 on Friday at the Peach King Centre. The club has organized a limo shuttle bus from Blessed Trinity to PKC for fans’ convenience - a classy touch!! Best of luck wished to the team and all involved. Next item: I have started looking for a pasture to which I can turn myself out. That’s right, good reader, I am officially old. Hit the big 5-5 on Monday. I never could drive it, right Sammy Hagar, but now I will live it...for a year anyways. I will take it over the alternative but, jeez, this last year has been harsh. It’s my own fault with growing this little paper, taking on new projects and finding it all-too-difficult to say no to people when they need help. And none of that is a complaint either, just an observation. On the upside, my massive disposable income just went up because I should be qualifying for all those seniors discounts (if they start for old 55ers, really not sure). Now that the fun is wrapped up, let’s get to the painful, yet needed-for-therapeutic-heal-

MIKE WILLISCRAFT ing biodigester. Grimsby Energy chair Delight Davoli made her third update to council Monday night. Small pieces of the puzzle are coming into focus and, sadly, those pieces just secure a future of economic doom. I will spare you a detail rehash as the core of items has not changed but there some major findings amongst the weeds. First and foremost, there was a movement afoot to saddle the taxpayers of Grimsby directly for the $4.5 million bank loan which the Town was backed into co-signing for at an emergency meeting of council back in the day. As Davoli outlined Monday, the company does not have the means to pay the principle on the loan, so it looks like the minutes reflect a plan to have the Town pay out the loan, assume the $4.5 million and then Grimsby Energy could get away with not paying any principle in favour of an interest-only payment scheme. Now, the Town will still end up holding the bag on it, but at least with it still in the realm of Grimsby Energy there are some options how to handle it. The circumstance is not unlike the first stupid hydro lemon, the good cold cogen unit parked on town hall’s front lawn. That thing was a dead asset on the hydro books, so a deal was engineered for the

Town to buy that money pit to take it off the hydro entities hands. Now all the Town needs is a third lemon and they can practice juggling. Monday’s presentation was a bit different than the first two. Some of the details were known, but the depth and timing of knowledge is what started to come into play. One could feel the tension in the room rise as Davoli outlined that the previous board was fully aware of the financial freight train headed the biodigester’s way, yet all involved who sought re-election shamelessly campaigned on what a great money maker it was. That wasn’t misleading at all, now was it? Again, I could blather on and overkill that issue for another 10 pages but it won’t do any good. The sooner the new council can turn the financial page the better, but it won’t be easy. Aside from the old management, I look directly at the Ministry of Environment on this, too. It is interesting to note that any time I dealt with MOE officials, they were either very neutral in wording, if I could get a true answer, or outright defending the biodigester at different points. Yet, as soon as the new crew came in, the MOE changes its mind on a crucial finding of what the output material would be considered - basically hazardous or agriculture based. Nothing changed with the operation or the site. Yet the designation changed to the vastly more expensive assessment, thus paralyzing the project to a large extent. The old boys got a free pass for years, while the new guys got hard line and strict adherence to guidelines. Nothing wrong with that, one just wonders WHY??

Meeting attendees hear health care concerns By Joanne McDonald For NewsNow The Niagara Health Coalition is urging residents to contact their local MPPs to voice concerns around the impact of a massive restructuring of health care with the proposed Bill 74 the People’s Health Care Act. “Health care as we know it will change with all health service-related agencies under the umbrella of a new super agency,” coalition chair Sue Hotte told about 35 residents at Grimsby Town Hall during Thursday’s stop on the Niagara-wide coalition campaign. Now in its second reading, the province introduced Bill 74 last month to create Ontario Health. The Ontario Health Coalition is demanding public hearings across the province. “The Ford government is proposing massive restructuring to hospitals, long-term care, home care, community care, mental health,” Hotte said. She fears privatization of services and mega-

mergers, which potentially Hotte said, could include Niagara Health, St. Joseph and Hamilton Health Sciences systems becoming one health care conglomerate, one of the 30-50 ‘hubs’ that would be directed by the super agency. “More and more you have the centralization of services and very little opportunity for the public to give input,” Hotte said. “I think these fears are unfounded,” Niagara West MPP Sam Oosterhoff said Tuesday in response. “The People’s Healthcare Act is centred on patient-focused care, that puts patients and their families in control, instead of a bloated bureaucracy.” “We are committed to maintaining our publicly funded healthcare system, so that everyone in Ontario can access the healthcare they need and deserve. Any rumours to the contrary are misguided.” “These changes will ensure we have a healthcare system that is nimble and responsive to

the needs of patients, instead of the bloated and slow system we have come to see,” Oosterhoff said. Hotte said residents at the meeting are concerned about the privatization and loss of services now in Niagara West. She said the Bill gives “super power” to the Cabinet minister to change any parts of the bill without going back to the Legislature for debate. “With the bill in its second reading, residents should be contacting their MPP,” Hotte said. “The bill has nothing to do with improving health care. There’s not one additional bed, not one additional nurse. It’s all about restricting and reducing costs,” Hotte said. “They are looking for more savings and more opportunities to merge services.” Hotte said people at the meeting voiced concerns over the future of West Lincoln Memorial Hospital. “They have been waiting for a long time. Governments have come and made promises and gone,” adding

uncertainty to the local services that will be in place. “We are absolutely committed to building the new WLMH, and work is already being undertaken at the Ministry of Health for this project. I won’t stop fighting until the doors on the new build open,” Oosterhoff said. Residents are invited to join the Ontario Health Coalition rally, April 30 at Queen’s Park. A coach bus will be leaving from Grimsby. For details contact Sue Hotte at 905-932-1646 or email niagarahealthcoalition@ yahoo.ca

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