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Up Front Coldest Night THIS Saturday Walkers supporting West Niagara Affordable Housing can sign and get ready for the Coldest Night of the Year Saturday, Feb 24. With registration starting at Grimsby Secondary School at 4 p.m., walkers can start 2-, 5- or 10-km routes starting at 5 p.m. A chili cook-off follows. Call 905-988-3528 for more details.
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Grimsby Kinsmen Club’s annual miniputt sold out the 32 team spaces in one day. The Sunday, March 11, event raises funds for a diagnostic imaging unit at West Lincoln Memorial Hospital.
Photo group meets Feb 28
Shutterbugs can check out the next meeting of Grimsby Photo Group, which will host its monthly gathering Wednesday, Feb. 28 at Town Hall. Doors open at 6:45 p.m. with abstract and still life pictures as topic for the evening. This is an open meeting and all skill levels from phone, tablet and DSLR users are welcome. The discussion will run from 7-9 p.m.
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Ian Zhiha captures some video of his grandchildren skating at the Peach King Centre as part of Family Day activities planned by Grimsby Recreation Department. Crafts, outdoor skating and racquetball were all part of the fun. Williscraft - Photo
NRP officers honoured for bravey in Vineland fire Two Niagara Region police constables received major honours for bravery at a special ceremony Tuesday afternoon in Toronto. Const. Philip Sheldon received the Star of Courage and Const. Dale Culley received the Medal of Bravery - both bestowed by Canada’s Governor
General, Julie Payette. The Star of Courage recognizes acts of conspicuous courage in circumstances of great peril. The Medal of Bravery recognizes acts of bravery in hazardous circumstances. On July 5, 2015, Const. Sheldon and Const. Culley attended a Vineland
residence for a call related to a family domestic disturbance. Almost immediately upon attending the residence, Const. Sheldon and Const. Culley heard cries for help coming from inside the residence. Without hesitation, they ran into the residence to assist.
Const. Sheldon was first through the door followed closely by Const. Culley. Upon entering, they encountered a 50-yearold man standing in the living room beside his 73-year-old mother, who was in a wheelchair. Within seconds of the officers entering
the home, the man ignited gasoline that had been poured throughout the room. Const. Sheldon attempted to rescue the woman and as a result suffered significant injuries. The officers – both injured – managed to escape the burning home. See BRAVERY, Page 2
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BRAVERY From Page 1 Const. Culley was able to extinguish the fire on Const. Sheldon. Const. Culley then attempted to return to the home to aid the occupants but was forced to retreat due to the intensity of the fire. Both the man and woman inside the residence did not survive. Niagara’s police chief, Bryan MacCulloch said the community should be very proud of these officers. “It is difficult to put into words the respect and admiration I have for Constable Sheldon and Constable Culley. These two men were called into Service and without hesitation put their lives on the line to protect and serve,” said MacCulloch. “The bravery displayed by both Phil and Dale is a true testament to the strength of their charac-
ter and underscores the brave acts that sometimes go unnoticed each and every day by the men and women who proudly wear the NRPS Uniform. I along with the rest of the NRPS thank them for their dedication and commitment to our community.” Both officers had a lot of thank-yous and appreciation for the recognition to offer. “First off, I want to thank Tanya for all her love and support. For her constant care, ensuring I complete my daily exercises and for driving me to my countless daily appointments. From helping me through the nightmares and the constant flashbacks, to tending to my burns and skin care when I want to give up. Thank you to my kids, Haley, Macey, and Mariah, for putting up with my bad moods and
frustrations and for sitting and talking to me when I need to just relax after I get myself worked up over nothing,” said Const. Sheldon. “I have gone through a lot over the last couple years. I would like to thank my wife Lisa, my daughter Avery, and sons Gavin and Colton; their love has given me so much strength. My family and friends are incredible. Said Const. Culley, “I would like to thank, Chief Bryan MacCulloch, retired Chief Jeff McGuire, retired Sgt. Paul “Coach” Day, Dr. Peter Collins, members of 8 District Grimsby - D Platoon, the NRPS Recruiting Unit, and the many, many members of the Niagara Regional Police and the Niagara Region Police Association who have supported me and my family.”
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Lincoln Chamber of Commerce hosted its annual politician’s breakfast last Friday at the Ramada Beacon Harbourside. On hand were (L to R) MPP Sam Oosterhoff, Reg. Coun. Bill Hodgson, Mayor Sandra Eason, MP Dean Allison and chamber Government relations committee member David Brown.
Confederation GO station construction starts Preliminary site work is now underway for Stoney Creek’s Confederation GO station, expected to be in service in 2019. The station will be the step preceding GO’s expansion into Niagara with its Grimsby station projected for service in 2021. “We have been working with our regional and
municipal partners and CN, who owns the rail corridor, to make this vision a reality,” states a Metrolinx information release. An RQQ (Request to Qualify and Quote) was released to help select a firm to deliver engineering services for the three Niagara Region stations and the new layover facility in Niagara Falls.
The Employment Help Centre (EHC) is pleased to announce that Faith Lowe is the new Manager of Employment Programs and Services. Faith has been with the EHC for over 15 years. In that time she has developed and demonstrated her knowledge and skills to a comprehensive Faith Lowe level in terms of the programs and services that the EHC is funded to deliver. Faith has also been instrumental in developing, introducing and facilitating various successful programs funded by the Region. Each of these programs proved to be successful in terms of benefits realized by participating clients. Please join us in congratulating Faith in her new role. We wish her every success. Beamsville: 4520 Ontario St. I 905-563-9675 Grimsby: 63 Main St. West I 905-309-9675 Smithville: 249 St. Catharine St. I 905-957-9675
Are you ready to “think outside the bank”? When purchasing a home, don’t assume that having a bank mortgage pre-approval is any guarantee that you will successfully obtain financing; The bank pre-approval is essentially an interest rate-hold, and nothing more! Once you enter into an agreement to purchase a property, we must then re-submit your application to the lender for a firm approval. At this point, the lender will thoroughly underwrite the file, and ask you for full income and downpayment documentation. The lender may also request that an appraisal be done on the property, to confirm the market value and overall condition. Include a financing clause in your purchase agreement. If your financing is not approved, or the home appraises for less than what you agreed to pay, you are able to back out of the purchase, and your deposit is returned to you - but only if you have included a financing condition in your offer. For more information on this topic, or any other mortgage-relatedquestions, please contact me. I welcome this opportunity to assist you with your home-purchase plan.
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For Local Community Events and Non Profit Groups
West Niagara service clubs, organizations and non-profit groups are welcome to submit meeting dates, fundraising information and invitations to the public in News Now’s Around Town feature. This service is provided free of charge and is done on a space availability basis.
Catch the Ace Lottery from Royal Canadian Legion branch 127 grimsby. Thurs., Feb. 8. Jackpot starts at $325.50 49 cards left tickets on sale 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm. Everyone welcome. DIY Friday – Feb. 23rd from 6:30PM to 8:00PM at Smithville branch of West Lincoln Public Library. Join Linda from Earthworks Treasures Co. and learn how to make a lava bead diffuser bracelet. $15 per person, includes one bracelet. Purchase supplies for additional bracelets for $5. Registration is required. National Cupcake day FUNDRAISER for SPCA and Humaine societies Sat. Feb. 24 from 10-3 4345 Arejay Avenue, Beamsville Come out to our event Scentsy, Pampered Chef, Leggings and tops, Aloette, DoTerra Oils and jewelry, Avon, Miche, Norwex and Thirty One and of course... there will be cupcakes and raffles with all proceeds to the fundraiser LEGO @ the Library. Feb. 24th from 10:00AM and 12:00PM at Smithville branch of West Lincoln Public Library. Come and get creative with LEGO at the library! Knitting Circle. Feb. 27th from 2:30PM to 3:30PM at Caistorville branch of West Lincoln Public Library and Feb. 28st from 1:30PM to 2:30PM at Smithville branch of West Lincoln Public Library. Join us for an afternoon of knitting, crochet or needlework in the library. Beginners welcome! Drop in every week. Grimsby Photo Group meeting: Wed. Feb. 28, 7-9 PM. at Grimsby Town Hall (160 Livingston Avenue, Grimsby) Doors open at 6:45 p.m. All welcome.Topic: Abstract and still life pictures.This is an open meeting and all skill levels from phone, tablet &DSLR users are welcome. For more information, check our Facebook page at https://www. facebook.com/GrimsbyPhotoGroup/ Dinner On Us - Feb 28, 5 - 6:30 PM. Come have dinner on us, St. John’s Presbyterian Church, 10 Mountain St., Grimsby. All
Welcome. Legion Br. 393 Smithville - Feb 2018. Events. Tues - Fri Free Pool 2-5 pm. Tues. Cribbage 2-4 pm. Wed. Fun Dart Night 7 pm. Thurs. Euchre 2-4 pm. Thurs. 8th and 22nd BINGO 6 pm. Sat. 24th Candy bar Bingo (Kids and adults 10am-11am. Sun. 25th Monthly Breakfast (8-Noon)Ice available $2.00 ea. Hall rental available $20./hour. You do not have to be a legion member to participate everybody welcome. Rose Cottage Drop In Program Mar 1/18 1:30-3pm - Mountainview Christian Reform Church - 290 Main St. E. Grimsby. The Drop In provides an opportunity for individuals concerned about cognitive change and dementia to learn about brain health and dementia, to ask questions, and to become familiar with community resources and supports. Individuals living with dementia, care partners, family and friends are all welcome to attend. Call (905)309-5071 or visit PRE-TEEN DANCE for Students in Grades 4 to 8 Presented by: Grimsby & District Lions Club. Fri., March 2, from 7-10 pm at Peach King Arena, Livingston Ave, Grimsby. COST: $10. at the door MUSIC: by DJ Maurice of RJM Sounds Door Prize: Donated by Grimsby Canadian Tire $25.00 Gift Certificate Four Dance Prizes: Donated by Wendy Murray Nicholson of KW Realty - Lynn Fee Team Four $10.00 Gift Certificates Thursday At Ten - Mar 1, “how to be apart of a Compassionate Community”. Speaker Amanda Black, Community Engagement Coordinator at McNally House Hospice. World Day of Prayer - Mar 2 at 2 PM. Come and join the community as we celebrate together with the 2018 Ecumenical World Day of Prayer Service at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, 135 Livingston Ave., Grimsby. Guest speaker is Father Ronald Angervil. World Day of Prayer - St. Alban’s Anglican Church, 4341 Ontario St., Beamsville on Friday March 2 at 2 PM. Come to pray for
Suriname. All God’s creation is very good. Everyone Welcome. Legion Br. 393 Smithville - presents COMEDY HYPNOTIST Robert Maxwell March 4th 8.30pm $20 per person (Tickets at the bar) call:905-957-3935 Grimsby Garden Club invites you to hear from our guest speaker, Paul Bongers, whose subject will be ‘Vegetable Gardening, Trends and Tricks’, a must for avid gardeners planning for this year’s planting. Mon., Feb. 26th. Livingston Activity Centre, 18 Livingston Ave., Grimsby. Coffee and treats, 7pm. Meeting and Speaker, 7:30pm. Come and enjoy with us. Everyone welcome! Prime Time, St Ann’s Community Church Enjoy lunch out? If you are 55 or over, we’d love you to join us at our monthly seniors’ lunch and program. Free will offering. Home cooked lunch provided. Wednesday March 7. Feature is Christian Salvage Mission. Thursday At Ten - Mar 8, “Grimsby Then and Now. Speaker John Allan St. Patrick’s Day Community Luncheon - Mar. 9 from 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM at the Lincoln Centre, Beamsville. $8 per person at the door. Everyone welcome. Contact Barb for more info 905-562-4015. The Grimsby Kinsmen & NewsNow presents the 23rd annual Greater Grimsby Mini-Putt Tour Join us on Sun. March 11, 2018 as we Mini-Putt through Grimsby’s finest establishments in support of the West Lincoln Memorial Hospital Foundation. To register a team call Bruce Bond at (905) 945-3948. Registrations available as of Feb 15th. For further information, or sponsor a golf hole visit: www.wlmhfoundtion.ca A Hand Along the Way - Bereavement Program Mar. 15/18 6:30pm - Maplecrest Village - 85 Main St., Grimsby. Rose Cottage Visiting Volunteers in partnership with Stonehouse-Whitcomb host a monthly self-help bereavement program designed
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with your needs in mind. Call (905)3095071 for more information or to register. www.rosecottagevolunteers.com Thursday At Ten - Mar 15, “Travel”. Earl Clint from Verstraeten Travel will be taking travellers to North/South Carolina, showing highlights and beauty of the area. Thursday At Ten - Mar 22, “Safe Driving by Drive Wise Burlington”. Hone your driving skills with the experts. St. Helen Ham and Turkey Roll, Friday, March 23. Free admission. Doors open at 6 p.m. and the fun starts at 7p.m. The event is licensed, food and pizza available; half & half draw, raffles and lots of prizes. 4106 Mountain St., Beamsville. For info call 905562-7427. Pot Luck Supper - Mar. 26 at 5:45 PM, at the Lincoln Centre. Lincoln Seniors’ Club holding their pot luck supper. Please bring one large dish to share and your own plate, cup and cutlery. Entertainment to follow by the Grimsby Scottish Country Dancers. Contact Barb for more info. 905-562-4015. Thursday At Ten - Mar 29, “The Importance of Organ Donation”. Everything you need to know. Thursday At Ten - Apr 5, “Bus Trip to St Hacobs Country Playhouse”. To enjoy the popular play “The Drowsy Chaperone”. $68 includes transportation and admission. Tickets still available and must be paid by Mar 1.Contact Ruth 905-945-4428 for tickets. Trivia Night - Apr 13 at 7 PM. Gss rowing Team is having Trivia Night. $20 - doors open at 6:30, Trivia at 7PM in the Gss Cafeteria (5 Bolton Ave., Grimsby). For tickets contact sandra.coppinger@dsbn.org. Bonus Prie for best dressed “Friday the 13th” table. INDIAN SUMMER, Shelley Niro. Jan 20-March 11 during regular hours at the Grimsby Public Art Gallery Opening Reception Sun. Jan. 21 2-4pm, Please call/email GPAG: 905-945-3246/gpag@grimsby.ca
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New CAO for West Lincoln Beverly Hendry is the new Chief Administrative Officer for the Twp. of West Lincoln effective Monday, April 9. Hendry joins West Lincoln from the City of Oshawa where she has served as the commissioner of corporate services since 2014. Previously, she spent nine years as the CAO of the Township of Scugog in Durham Region. Hendry’s previous experience includes 19 years with the Province of Ontario where most of her time was spent with the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing. She has also served as president of the Ontario Municipal Administrators’ Association. She holds a Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.) and Master of Science (M.Sc.) from Guelph University. During her time at the City of Oshawa she served as interim city manager for over a year and, as the commissioner of corporate services, Hendry led information technology services, facilities management services, city clerk and legislative services, municipal law enforcement and licensing services and corporate communications. Her many years of varied experience are seen as a key asset.
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All in the family
The Peach King Centre was full of hustle all Monday afternoon with Family Day activities. (Above) Lilliana, left, and Violet Rodrigues of Grimsby tried their hands at racquetball with mom and dad, Helena and Peter. (Right) Trina Butcher gets a little help from mom Christine before taking to the ice. (Below) Dreya Bannister gets a little craft advice from dad Rob Bannister and sister Keira.
The Sherrys, mom Dayna, dad Robert, and children Coleson, Ryder, Madden and Marlie got in some family skating time, while grandpa Ian Zhiha shot some video of the outing.
Rain? Who cares? Not this crew. Tyler Devic tries to elude Noah Ciccone, while Sevin Davies breezes by in the background. Jaiden Foxcroft was also part of the foursome which stuck in out in damp conditions on the outdoor rink. Williscraft - Photos
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Nicolina Mercey and her daughters Angjelica, 12 and Serenity, 5, donated their hair this month to Pantene Beautiful Lengths to make wigs for those fighting cancer. The gesture was done for the children’s great grandmother, who has passed away, and their grandmother who has battled cancer several times over 20 years.
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What is a smart home? Refrigerators that inform their owners when it’s time to buy more eggs and thermostats that learn homeowners’ heating and cooling preferences may once have seemed like futuristic ideas straight out of a sci-fi movie. However, such products are no longer a dream but a reality. The term “smart home” refers to a residence that has appliances, HVAC, lighting, entertainment systems, security, and many more devices that communicate with one another. Such devices can be controlled remotely. Proponents of smart home technology
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Dealer may sell for less. Limited time offer which may not be combined with certain other offers. General Motors of Canada Company may modify, extend or terminate offers in whole or in part at any time without notice. Conditions and limitations apply. Offers may not be redeemed for cash and may not be combined with certain other consumer incentives. ®Registered trademark of The Bank of Nova Scotia. Sierra 1500 Double Cab Elevation Edition Finance: Offer available to qualified retail customers in Canada for vehicles financed and from between February 1 –February 28, 2018. Financing provided, on approved credit, by TD Auto Finance Services, Scotiabank® or RBC Royal Bank. Participating lenders are subject to change. Rates from other lenders will vary. Representative finance example based on a new 2018 GMC Sierra 1500 Double Cab Elevation Edition. Suggested retail price is $47,750. $0 down payment or equivalent trade-in required. $47,750 financed at 0% nominal rate equals $628 per month for 72 months. Total Value consists of $3,050 manufacturer-to-dealer (tax exclusive) New Year Lease Bonus, $2,100 manufacturer-to-dealer Finance Cash (tax exclusive and $1,000 manufacturer-to-consumer GM Card Application Bonus (offer applies to individuals who apply for a Scotiabank GM Visa Card [GM Card] or current GM Card cardholders) (tax inclusive). Cost of borrowing is $0 for a total obligation of $40,851. Taxes, $1,700 freight and PDI, $100 air conditioning charge (where applicable), PPSA, license, insurance, registration and applicable fees, levies and duties (all of which may vary by region and dealer) are extra. Dealers are free to set individual prices. Limited time financing offer which may not be combined with certain other offers. GM Canada may modify, extend or terminate offers in whole or in part at any time without notice. Conditions and limitations apply. See dealer for details. ®Registered trademark of The Bank of Nova Scotia. RBC and Royal Bank are registered trademarks of Royal Bank of Canada. Acadia SLE-1 AWD Lease: Lease based on suggested retail price of $38,140 includes $750 manufacturer-to-consumer GM Card Application Bonus (offer applies to individuals who apply for a Scotiabank GM Visa Card [GM Card] or current GM Card cardholders) (tax inclusive) and $1,500 manufacturer-to-dealer New Year Lease Bonus (tax exclusive) towards the lease of an eligible new 2018 GMC Acadia SLE-1 AWD at participating dealers. Bi-weekly payment is $189 for 48 months at 0.9% interest rate on approved credit to qualified retail customers by GM Financial. $1,700 down payment is required. Total obligation is $21,351, plus applicable taxes. Taxes, license, insurance, registration and applicable fees, levies, duties and, except in Quebec, dealer fees (all of which may vary by dealer and region) are extra. Option to purchase at lease end is $15,516. See dealer for details. Discounts vary by model. Dealer may sell for less. Limited time offer which may not be combined with certain other offers. General Motors of Canada Company may modify, extend or terminate offers in whole or in part at any time without notice. Conditions and limitations apply. Offers may not be redeemed for cash and may not be combined with certain other consumer incentives. ®Registered trademark of The Bank of Nova Scotia. Terrain SLE FWD Lease: Lease based on suggested retail price of $32,090, includes $500 manufacturer-to-consumer GM Card Application Bonus (offer applies to individuals who apply for a Scotiabank GM Visa Card [GM Card] or current GM Card cardholders) (tax inclusive) and $1,500 manufacturer-to-dealer New Year Lease Bonus (tax exclusive) towards the lease of an eligible new 2018 GMC Terrain SLE FWD at participating dealers. Bi-weekly payment is $159 for 48 months at 0.9% interest rate on approved credit to qualified retail customers by GM Financial. $1,250 down payment is required. Total obligation is $17,743, plus applicable taxes. Taxes, license, insurance, registration and applicable fees, levies, duties and, except in Quebec, dealer fees (all of which may vary by dealer and region) are extra. Option to purchase at lease end is $13,157. See dealer for details. Discounts vary by model. Dealer may sell for less. Limited time offer which may not be combined with certain other offers. General Motors of Canada Company may modify, extend or terminate offers in whole or in part at any time without notice. Conditions and limitations apply. Offers may not be redeemed for cash and may not be combined with certain other consumer incentives. ®Registered trademark of The Bank of Nova Scotia.
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IN MEMORIAM
In loving memory of
George Meikle
January 30, 1925 - February 22, 2016 gh
Time slips by and life goes on, But from our hearts you’ve never gone. We think about you always, We talk about you too. We have so many memories, But we wish we still had you.
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Applications are invited to fill a Director opening on the Niagara Regional Housing Board of Directors.
Interested individuals ideally will have: • A commitment to “to provide affordable, accessible and quality housing for all residents” • Good advocacy skills • Knowledge of, or experience in, affordable housing management, community-based programs, the non-profit voluntary sector and affordable housing development • Previous experience on a Board • Marketing, communications or business experience
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Special consideration will be given to those with financial experience and/or an understanding of the legal environment, social policy development, contract evaluation, government relations and human resources. As our clients represent a diverse array of multi-cultural groups, experience with various ethnic groups would also be considered an asset. Please note meetings occur Monday to Friday during NRH business hours. Applications are available at www.nrh.ca or by calling 905-980-6000 ext. 3965. The deadline for submissions is 4:30 p.m. March 12, 2018. We thank all interested parties; but only those being considered for positions will be contacted.
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The Corporation of the Town of Grimsby Requires an
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Reporting to the Director of Public Works or his designate, the Operations Manager is responsible for the day-to-day safe and efficient operation of the Town’s Public Works Department Operations Section, including the Roads Division (Road Infrastructure and Road Drainage), Environmental Services Division (Water Distribution and Wastewater Collection), Cemeteries Division, and Fleet Division. The Operations Manager’s responsibilities include scheduling resources for the divisional activities, scheduling and supervising staff and contractors, ensuring health and safety standards are met, developing policies and operational procedures, maintaining work logs, preparing various reports and making recommendations to the Director. The Operations Manager is also responsible for preparing, administering and monitoring budgets, developing long-range plans for staffing, materials, vehicles, and equipment and preparing specifications and tenders. Applicants for this position must have a 3-year college diploma in the civil technology field, with 5 years of related work experience and at least 2 years supervisory experience. Applicants will be members of the Ontario Association of Engineering Technicians and Technologists (OACETT) or have an equivalent professional designation and have a Certified Roads Supervisor (CRS) designation. Practical experience working within a road authority and an operating authority for a water distribution system and a wastewater collection system is considered an asset. The following personal skills are also considered assets for the position: good organizational skills, works independently and works well with others, good oral and written communication skills and technical competence in regulatory requirements associated with managing municipal infrastructure. A detailed position description is available on the Town’s Website www.grimsby.ca The salary range for this position is $86,266 to $101,489 for a 35-hour work week complimented by a comprehensive employee benefit plan. The Town of Grimsby is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environments. We will accommodate the needs of applicants under the Human Rights Code and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the recruitment process. Please advise the Town Hall to ensure your accessibility needs are accommodated. Confidential letters of application accompanied by a resume of qualifications and experience will be received until 4:30 p.m. Thursday, March 8, 2018. Applications should be emailed to publicworksjobs@ grimsby.ca to the attention of: Derik Brandt Town Manager Corporation of the Town of Grimsby We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Personal information received in response to this advertisement is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act and will be used for candidate selection only.
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203. Larmond, Mike ...................... 920 204. Dunder, Tom (puppy snarky) 920 205. Duffy, Jim ................................. 919 206. Head, Dylan ........................... 919 207. Nixon, Sean ............................ 919 208. MMA, Griffin .......................... 919 209. Scobie, Brett .......................... 919 210. Hunter, Tim ............................ 918 211.Van Roon, Nick ...................... 918 212. Melnyk, Charlotte ................. 918 213. Harris, Lyle Sr. ........................ 918 214. Guarascia, Randy .................. 918 215. Frudge #1 ................................ 917 216. Easey, Brittany ........................ 917 217. Longlois, Derek ..................... 917 218. Baughaan, Bear ...................... 917 219. Funk, Elf ................................... 917 220. Poziomka, Brett ..................... 917 221. McKellar, Brad ....................... 916 222. Slack, Brian ............................. 916 223. Kucharuk, Ryan ..................... 915 224. Attema, Rick ........................... 915 225. Willems, Hank ....................... 915 226. Whitnell, Lucas ...................... 915 227. Oxford, Bill ............................. 915 228. Boychuk, Jeremy .................... 915 229. Pettigrew, Jason ..................... 915 230. Church, Elizabeth .................. 915 231. Simmons, Cam ...................... 914 232. Fiorantis, Philip ...................... 914 233. Duncan, Randall .................... 914 234. F., Zach .................................... 914 235. DeGers, P. ............................... 914 236. Jackson, Nolan ....................... 913 237. Shoesmith, Dave ................... 913 238. Nash, Dana ............................. 913 239. Gerritsen, Allan ..................... 913 240. Julius, Jack ............................... 913 241. Whitnell, Kurt ........................ 913 242. Bos, John Sr ............................ 913 243. Buttar, Amy ............................. 913 244. Hayes, John ............................. 912 245. Duncan, Daniel ...................... 912 246. Nagel, Craig ........................... 912 247. Schilte, Kaia ............................ 912 248. Schaefer, Tanya ....................... 912 249. Bernhardt, Grant .................. 911 250. Sgambato, Janet ..................... 911 251. G., Joanna ............................... 911 252. Snow, Cassandra ................... 911 253. Dykstra, Nolan ...................... 911 254. Rudisuela, Louanne ............... 911 255. McQueen, Steve .................... 911 256. Acer. .......................................... 911 257. Wiebe, George ...................... 910 258. McQueen, Ian Sr ................... 910 259. Good, Dave ............................ 910 260. Kolenko, Steve ....................... 910 261. Latimer, Dave ......................... 910 262.Visentin, Jeff ............................ 910 263. Kiers, Jeremy .......................... 909 264. Kusch, Matt ............................ 909 265. JRF ............................................. 908 266. Teichgraf, George .................. 908 267. Della Valle,Vic ........................ 908 268. England, Katerina .................. 908 269. Pettit, Myrna .......................... 907 270.Young, Gene ........................... 907 271. Empty Nesters, Darren ....... 907 272. McQueen, Irene .................... 907 273. Fuller, Will ............................... 907 274. Johnston, Stan ........................ 907 275. Nash, Elizabeth ...................... 907 276. Thirsty-Knight, Lee ............... 907 277. Robinson, Jim ......................... 906 278. Schilte, T8 ............................... 906 279. Furman, Matt Simon ............. 906 280. Smith, Bomber ....................... 906 281. Bench, Carol .......................... 906 282. Fenton, Darrin ....................... 906 283. Poz, C ...................................... 906 284. E, Big “....................................... 906 285.Vanderlee, Kevin .................... 905 286.Yeatman, Patricia ................... 905 287. Fillmore, Linda ....................... 905 288. Jackson, Sandy ....................... 905 289. Della Valle, Carol ................... 904 290. Dohany, Lena ......................... 904 291. Hal............................................. 904 292. Smith, J.L. ................................. 904 293. Dumula, Rick .......................... 903 294.Vien, Wilf ................................. 903 295. Quider, Sally ........................... 903 296. Billyard, Cal ............................ 903 297. Black, Tina ............................... 903 298. Mathieson, Carolyn .............. 903 299. Zimmerman, Butch .............. 903 300. Seabrook, Michael ................ 903 301. DeVries, Joanne .................... 903 302. Henry, Chris .......................... 902 303. Christie, Connor .................. 902
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304. Allington, Arlene .................. 902 305. Troup, Brad ............................. 901 306. Muzyka, Cathy ....................... 901 307. Walsh, John ............................. 901 308. Mouse, Mickey J. .................... 901 309. Ostermeier, Dirk .................. 901 310. R., Ethan .................................. 901 311. McQueen, Ian Jr .................... 900 312. Droughan, Jake ...................... 900 313. Bolibruck, Nick ..................... 900 314. King, Wayne ........................... 900 315. Roitman, Avi ........................... 900 316. Macklin, Murdoch ................. 900 317. Bristo, Griffin ......................... 899 318. Parkinson, Phil ....................... 899 319. De Vos, Adrian ....................... 899 320. Baarda, Manley ...................... 899 321. Chambers, Cheryl ................ 899 322. Siba, John ................................ 899 323. Antonides, Kevin ................... 899 324. Stuive, Heuk ........................... 898 325. Trenchard, Jenn (Air) ............ 898 326. Rosie & Mom .......................... 898 327. Funk, Pete ............................... 898 328. Schnick, Brian ........................ 898 329. Moore, Jack “The Bear”....... 897 330. Murphy, Deb .......................... 897 331. Christie, Hailer ...................... 897 332. Kinger....................................... 897 333. Foster, Leslie .......................... 896 334. Mason, Evelyn ........................ 896 335. Sears, Jenn & Veronica .......... 896 336. Calhoun, Trevor ..................... 896 337. McClurkin, Tom ..................... 895 338. Lecinski, Doug ....................... 895 339.Van Roon, Kelly ...................... 895 340. Wade......................................... 894 341. Hanna, Patrick ....................... 894 342. Dick, Devin ............................ 894 343. Brand, Simon .......................... 894 344. Martin, Ethan ......................... 893 345. Gaulton, F “Snowflake” ....... 893 346. Graham, Len .......................... 893 347. Goslin, Olivia ......................... 893 348. Disher, Jim .............................. 893 349. Davies, Ed ............................... 892 350. Perron, Robert ...................... 892 351. Sliwinksi, Tom ......................... 892 352. Hunter...................................... 892 353. Ferguson, Aaron .................... 892 354. Dog, J. ...................................... 892 355. Fuller, Rose ............................. 891 356. Munden, Joey ......................... 891 357. Mous, Robert ......................... 891 358. Brooks, Alfred ........................ 891 359. Lecinski, Gene ....................... 891 360. Trojnar/Gateman .................... 891 361. Kusy, Gene ............................. 890 362. Stefra ........................................ 890 363. Pettit, Doug ............................ 890 364. MacDonald, Ross .................. 890 365. Fortune, Pete ......................... 890 366. Disher, Bob ............................ 890 367. DeGers, K. .............................. 890 368. Tsilibanis, George .................. 890 369. Snowfield ................................. 890 370. Kemp, Blair ............................. 890 371. Agius, Joe ................................. 890 372. Hal............................................. 890 373. Buttar, Clinton ....................... 889 374. Bristo, Chase ......................... 889 375. Izatt, Judy ................................ 889 376. Lowry, Wyatt ......................... 889 377. Zdichavsky, Joe ...................... 889 378. Izatt, Jack ................................. 889 379. Burrows, Mike ....................... 888 380. Jones, Cathy ........................... 888 381. Slack, Tyson ............................ 888 382.Van Beek, John ....................... 888 383. Roller, Noah (Gramps) ........ 888 384. Papiez, Renee ......................... 888 385. Unger, Karen .......................... 888 386. Devries, Nancy ...................... 888 387. Di Lettera, Angelo ................ 887 388. Mason, Mrs. Joan ................... 887 389. Peressotti, Lauren ................. 887 390. Koop, Alfred ........................... 887 391. Wessels, Luke ......................... 887 392. Emond, Christopher ............ 887 393. Nash, Geoff ............................ 887 394. Turner, David .......................... 886 395. MJMM1 ..................................... 886 396. Kemp, Joanne ......................... 886 397. Norris, Rick ............................ 885 398. Book, Jim ................................ 885 399. Guarascia, Ida ........................ 885 400. Boychuk, Bob ......................... 885 401. Stanley, John ........................... 885 402. Allan, Tina ................................ 885 403. Allington, Shaun ..................... 884 404. DeVito,Vincent ..................... 884
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405. Schaefer, Deb ......................... 884 406. Lenz, Dale ............................... 884 407. Will ............................................ 884 408. Stenzel, Randy ....................... 884 409. Adrychuk, Carol .................... 884 410. Sipos, Steve ............................ 883 411. Laba, Anatole ......................... 883 412. Thorogood, Tyler ................... 883 413.Van Dyk, Bryan ...................... 883 414. Heywood, John ...................... 882 415. Lym, Papa ................................ 882 416. Ryder, April ............................. 882 417. Grinyer, Zachary ................... 882 418. Antonides, Karen .................. 882 419. Britton-Perron, Karen ......... 882 420. Babin, Samantha..................... 882 421. Tufford, Cody ......................... 881 422. Faseruk, Mark ........................ 881 423. Jaskula, Jenny .......................... 880 424. Murphy, George .................... 880 425. Houtby, Lois ........................... 880 426. Obrien, Susan ........................ 880 427. Sgambato, J.J. .......................... 880 428. Dimitroff, Don ....................... 880 429. Macklin, Barry ........................ 880 430. Dog, J. ...................................... 879 431. Kin, Ryan ................................. 879 432.Vallorani, Andrea .................... 879 433. Della Valle, David .................. 879 434.VanderHeide, C. ..................... 879 435. Wiebe, Joan ............................ 879 436. Baker, Nancy .......................... 879 437. Jubenville, Joan ....................... 878 438. K, Beef ..................................... 878 439. Clinton, Dwight ..................... 878 440. Arntsen, Cam ......................... 878 441. Stoehr, Derek ........................ 878 442. Q. Geme .................................. 878 443. Lubienieki, Jeff ........................ 877 444. Droughan, Zoe ...................... 877 445. Delano, Dennis ...................... 877 446.Van Roon, Jim ......................... 876 447. Paul, Uby ................................. 876 448. Chesla, Michael ..................... 876 449. Grossi, Kevin .......................... 876 450. Babin, Claude ......................... 875 451. Carruthers, Barb ................... 874 452. Roach, Jon ............................... 874 453. Towers, Tom ........................... 874 454. Balint, M.P. ............................... 874 455. Bierd, Chad ............................ 874 456. Cherriere, Larry .................... 873 457. Emond, Denise ...................... 873 458. Miller, Owen .......................... 873 459. Clansen, Marie ....................... 873 460. Davies, Melissa ...................... 873 461. Carruthers, Ivan .................... 872 462. DeVries, Harry ...................... 872 463. Hendriks, Tom ....................... 871 464.Yeatman, Chris ....................... 871 465. Dixon, Justin .......................... 871 466. Hilda, Broom ......................... 871 467. Raab, Harrison ....................... 871 468. Lowe, Terry ............................ 871 469. Kingdon, Renelle ................... 871 470. Winter, Jen .............................. 871 471. Bristo, Lorne .......................... 871 472. Jones, Don E. .......................... 871 473. Hockey, Zo ............................. 871 474. Hodgkins, Hot Rod .............. 871 475. Hoekstra, Janfolkert ............. 871 476. Agius, Theresa ........................ 871 477. Kusy, Laura ............................. 871 478. Sipos, Anita ............................. 870 479. Stephensen, Will .................... 870 480. Talsma, Jeremy ........................ 869 481. Winter, Dylan ......................... 869 482. Fox, Tristan ............................. 869 483. Hodgkins, Joshua ................... 869 484. Steve, Kurpis .......................... 869 485. Tracey, Sean ............................ 869 486.Van Roon, Mark ..................... 868 487. Mac, J. ....................................... 868 488. Moe........................................... 867 489. Pigeon, Nancy ........................ 867 490. Hop ........................................... 867 491. Tonnos, Matteo ...................... 867 492. Schaefer, Joe ........................... 867 493. Frudge .................................... 866 494.Vallorani, Luca ........................ 866 495. DiLenzo,Vincent ................... 866 496. Sipos, Lucas ............................ 866 497. Smith, E.G. .............................. 865 498. Gilbert, Dawn ........................ 865 499. Kearse, Owen ........................ 865 500. Muis, Arie ................................ 865 501. Mucyk, Monica ....................... 865 502. Droughan, Kelly ..................... 865 503. Bearcat ..................................... 865 504. Ireland, Doug ......................... 865 505. Civiero, Walter ...................... 864
506. Harber, John ........................... 864 507. Buikema, Isaac ........................ 864 508. Frudge #2 ................................ 864 509. Wallace, Bruce ....................... 863 510. Ferguson, Andy ...................... 863 511. Harman, Brent ....................... 863 512. Wilchiwsky, Antony .............. 863 513. Kwong, Calvin ....................... 862 514. Roitman, Sabrina ................... 862 515. Popiluk, Harry ....................... 862 516. W, Lynn .................................... 861 517.Young, Mark ............................ 861 518. Mannetje, Rick ....................... 861 519. Wilcox, Paul ........................... 861 520. Olds, Joe ................................. 861 521. Stephenson, Emma ............... 861 522. Ribaric, Robert ...................... 861 523. Cooper, Janice ....................... 860 524. Jones, Samantha ..................... 860 525. Renda, Jesse ........................... 860 526. Wilson, John ........................... 860 527. Heywood, Cathy ................... 860 528. Brown, Amanda ..................... 860 529. Kingdon, John ........................ 860 530. Dezeeuw, Zoee ..................... 860 531. Mucyk, Nick ........................... 860 532. Lewis, Gary ............................ 860 533. Coughlin, Steve ..................... 859 534. Smith, Clifford ....................... 859 535. Hanes, Bob ............................. 859 536. Hall, Alanna ............................. 859 537. McDougall, Jason ................... 859 538. Grassi, Steve .......................... 859 539. Rienties, Sherry ..................... 859 540. Testa, Luca .............................. 859 541. Lawrie, John ........................... 859 542. Roorda, Brooke ..................... 858 543. Anello, Cory ........................... 858 544. Don, Henk .............................. 858 545. McCord, Braeden ................. 858 546. Calhoun, Carson ................... 858 547. Fenton, Pat ............................. 858 548. Stevenson, Tristan ................. 858 549. Nagel, Zachary ...................... 857 550. Scobie, Adam ......................... 857 551. Foster, Tie ............................... 856 552. Rienties, Lisa .......................... 856 553. Kiley, Kevin ............................. 856 554. Rienties, Jennifer ................... 856 555. Nieuwold, Ken ....................... 856 556. Stein, R. ................................... 855 557. Spence, Mike .......................... 855 558. MacDonald, Mark ................. 855 559. Cunningham, Jane ................. 855 560. D’Alessio, Benny ................... 855 561.Young, Nerny .......................... 855 562. Dunder, J. ................................ 855 563. Perilli, Roberto M. ................. 854 564. Della Valle, Carol ................... 854 565. Haurilak, Michael .................. 854 566. Andreychuk, Nick ................. 854 567. Hodgkins, John ...................... 854 568. Nixon, Cameron ................... 853 569. Wetherspoon, Sarah ............. 853 570. Fiorantis, Shannon ................ 853 571. Joy, Julu’s .................................. 853 572. Ritz, Dan ................................. 853 573. Dunder, M. .............................. 853 574. Whetton, Don ....................... 853 575. Payette, Ken ........................... 852 576. Labonte, Mark ....................... 852 577. Herale, Willie ......................... 852 578. Baughman, Brody .................. 852 579. Burgoyne, Roger ................... 852 580. Lymburner, Jenny .................. 851 581. Mac, S. ...................................... 850 582. Feddema, Austin .................... 850 583. Mol, J. ....................................... 850 584. Rudisuela, Ken ....................... 850 585. Lecinski, Diana ....................... 849 586. Spilotro, Giovanni ................. 849 587. Weegar, Matt .......................... 848 588. Culp, Thomas ......................... 848 589. Hodgkins, Greg ..................... 848 590. Porkolab, Madison ................ 847 591. Shortreed, Don ..................... 847 592. Olds, Owen ............................ 846 593. Clay, Brenda ........................... 846 594. Cinrik ....................................... 846 595. Kiers, Wilfred ......................... 845 596. Rowe, Jill ................................. 845 597. Laverty, Linda ......................... 845 598. Meins, Kerri ............................ 845 599. Baarda,Valerie ....................... 844 600. Heczko, A&A .......................... 844 601. Readman, M&S ...................... 844 602. Culnane, Mike ........................ 844 603. Unger, Werner ....................... 844 604. Sciara, Lorenzo ...................... 843 605. Smith, Craig ............................ 843 606. Taube, Max .............................. 843
Grimsby Square Plaza 607. Stanley, Phyllis ........................ 842 608. Emond, Norman ................... 842 609. O’Marra, Mike ....................... 841 610. Hudson, Scott ........................ 841 611. Kusy, Mike ............................... 841 612. Head, Lucas ............................ 840 613. Ross, Doug ............................. 840 614. Brand, Allison ......................... 840 615. Baughman, Ralph ................... 840 616. Rienties, David ....................... 840 617. Shipten, Brad .......................... 839 618. Burgoyne, Blake ..................... 839 619. Whittaker, Blair ..................... 839 620. Saulnier, Simon ...................... 839 621. Stuive, Harmina ..................... 838 622. RPF............................................ 838 623. Seguin, Andre ......................... 838 624. Ferris, Rick ............................. 838 625. Mason, Paul ............................ 838 626. Siba, Lynda .............................. 837 627. Hewson, Antonio .................. 837 628. Munro, Jamie .......................... 837 629. R., Frank .................................. 837 630. Frudge #3 ................................ 837 631. Watson, Kevin ........................ 836 632. Kurpel, Bill .............................. 836 633. Pohl, Juergen .......................... 836 634. Munden, Brittany .................. 835 635. Pettigrew, Ken ....................... 834 636.VanEgmond, Sheryl ............... 833 637. Wessels, Jake .......................... 833 638.Vanderlee, Joanne .................. 832 639. Dabro ....................................... 832 640. Stoehr, Cameron ................... 831 641. Hudson, John ......................... 831 642. Donkers, John ........................ 831 643. MacDonald, Cynthia ............. 830 644. Speelman, David .................... 829 645. Johnston, Joanne ................... 828 646. Allington, Ian .......................... 827 647. McKellar, Will ......................... 827 648. Pollard, DJ ............................... 827 649. Batke, Matthew ..................... 826 650. Boss, Rich ............................... 826 651. Renda,Vince J. ........................ 825 652. Scott, Wiliam .......................... 825 653. Brown, Roger ........................ 823 654. MacDonald, Colin ................. 823 655. Sparrow ................................... 822 656. Rohner, Griffin ....................... 821 657. Jackson, Elliot ......................... 821 658. Magoo, Mr. Tidban ................. 820 659. Arntsen, Kathy ....................... 820 660. Teather, Terry ......................... 820 661. Culp, Kristopher ................... 819 662. Furman, Wanda ..................... 816 663. Ciszek, Fred ........................... 816 664. Raab, Tracy .............................. 815 665. Devries, Kurtis ...................... 815 666. Shoesmith, Bev ...................... 815 667. Myronuk, Ron ........................ 815 668. Davis, Luke ............................. 814 669. Olds, Andrea .......................... 814 670. Legacy, Gabe .......................... 814 671. Kindree, Rick ......................... 813 672. Latimer, Meagan .................... 812 673. Johnson, Martha .................... 811 674. Gaede, H&C .......................... 810 675.Yule, Grant .............................. 810 676. Fleming, DNA ........................ 808 677. Bee, Gee ................................. 807 678. Latimer, Terese ....................... 806 679. Kiers, Robert ......................... 804 680. Tirimaeeo, Brandon .............. 802 681. Gillard, Rita ............................ 801 682. Laz ............................................. 800 683. Haslett, Chris ......................... 800 684. Brand, Phil .............................. 800 685. Faseuk, Shannon .................... 799 686. Ferris, Sam .............................. 799 687. Dandridge, Gary ................... 798 688. Bergshoeff, Massimo ............ 798 689. Wiebe, Peter .......................... 789 690. Librock, Eileen ....................... 788 691. Heywood, Jennifer ................ 786 692. Packham, Cole ....................... 785 693. Mackenzie, Leslie .................. 785 694. Attema, Joel ............................ 781 695. Della Valle, Adam ................... 777 696. Wilfy.......................................... 774 697. Bradley, Ted ............................ 773 698. Klos, John ............................... 772 699. Pachan, Claude ...................... 770 700. Kiers, Rosa ............................. 769 701. Burtenshaw, Simon ............... 767 702. Bernhardt, Charlene ............ 755 703.Yeatman, Mark ....................... 747 704. White, Henny ......................... 743 705. Norris, Cathy ......................... 724 706. Geddi,VP ................................ 653
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Mountain Ridge Community Centre was sold out Feb. 10 for McNally House Hospice’s Rockin’ The Hospice Retro Dance Party. More than $13,000 was raised. Here, Jean NIchols prepares the pyramid of wine.
Budget magic about to unfold Ah yes, time for a little voodoo economics. Grimsby council was informed last Fall of an all-in starting point well into the 30 per-cent-plus range for a possible tax increase impact. West Lincoln is making rumblings about a 3. 9 per cent tax increase but seems to me forgetting about the good ol’ MURS five per cent tax hit and another one per cent for the YMCA in Grimsby. Both will see some unique accounting dance moves to convince taxpayers all is not that dark in this 2018 election year. As has noted many times in the last year, the election is Monday, Oct. 22. Pay attention. Be informed. Vote. M.W.
Grimsby can avoid density trap, if desired Some ground rules...it was noted in the Feb. 8 story and column on this page, but it is important to note – regarding the proposed eight-storey condo complex at 21-23 Main St. E. (the old Roxy Theatre site) – the matter has NOT come to Planning Committee as yet and has NOT been approved by Grimsby council in any manner. It is true, as it was also noted, council’s track record really does them in on items like this as they have shown precious little backbone when it comes to opposing the wishes of developers. Yes, they have to pick their spots as provincial planning guidelines are the true ruination of smalltown Ontario. There is not a great deal of control, but there is some mitigating measures and there is some justification to curtail some of what has been proposed. The problem is, when you hear from developers who have submitted proposals to the town for a project only to have them send back with a developer being told to go higher, it does have to leave one scratching one’s noggin. The go-higher was not this Century Condo project. It was another one which has not even started. Regardless, it is hard to separate the various projects as they all seem to be blurred together. Having had the chance to read the Planning Justification Report on Century Condos, the crux of the eight-storey proposal really revolves around the key matter of the province’s 2017 Growth Plan. Basically, this deems Niagara’s population needs to grow. Where growth comes and by how much is the grey area of it all.
MIKE WILLISCRAFT Consultant John Ariens of IBI Group’s report states on Page 17, “the 2017 Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe forecasts the Region of Niagara total population to increase from 543,000 in 2031 to 610,000 in 2041, whereas the recorded population in 2016 was 447,888 as per Statistics Canada.” It further states, “Intensification is necessary to prevent expanding the urban growth boundary, while accommodating increasing populations.” Ariens does not make mistakes, so one can take those statements as gospel. For me, from a Grimsby point of view – and truly for any community in Niagara which feels under the gun to open the floodgates on density as a result of the Toronto-driven density guidelines, one community should not be put in a position of thinking it has to compensate for disproportional amounts of this population growth. What is driving the bus in Grimsby is pure market force. We are down stream from Oakville/Burlington and much of the land in Stoney Creek/Winona has been spoken for. The circumstance of Grimsby is where things go waaaay out of whack. Without doubt, council
needs and wants the development charges. With their spending habits and commitments, limiting a project – or not pushing maximums – could lead to a cash shortfall within a couple of years. Grimsby, or any other community is NOT responsible for taking on the lion’s share of the provincially willed growth plan, BUT Grimsby WANTS to get all it can while it can. For the last 10-plus years, Grimsby officials have watched as its land inventory - both residential and commercial/industrial has dwindled, massively impacted by Greenbelt limitations. Joe Resident does not realize how insane the development pressure is. I am not sure I do and I am in middle of that stream with my best hipwaders on. When I talk to a Casablanca quadrant business operator and I am told it has been suggested by Grimsby planning officials that they might want to move their operation, with the idea being a high-density development go in its place, again, I scratch my noggin. Yes, growth needs to happen and it will happen. Grimsby will run out of land. That is a statement of fact. Going beyond the realm of reasonable density in an attempt to get as much of “their fair share” of that growth pie seems to be the trap Grimsby is all-too-willingly falling into. The growth guidelines just came out last year. Grimsby is under the most immediate pressure and, unfortunately, is the guinea pig for all of Niagara. Previous attempts to blaze new trails have been disastrous here. The problem with development is mistakes turn into permanent scars which never heal.
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Residents need to use power at polls: writer Reader suggests major Dear Editor, No other level of government affects your personal life more than your municipal government, but citizens have more power to influence their municipal government than any other level of government. Use that power! Attend or watch council meetings and keep aware of council decisions which affect you and your family. The news that an eightstorey building is proposed for the site of the old “Roxy” comes as no surprise. The present mayor and council seem to be bent on destroying this town’s character with high-density development. They are giving in to political pressure rather than fighting the provin-
cial government. Why? Is Grimsby so in need of additional residential tax revenues? Who benefits? Developers do! Their purpose is to build wherever they can. Higher densities means higher profits Environmenal, community character and transportation needs are not in their mandate unless legally required. Niehgbourhoods can be affected by closely grouped high-rise buildings creating ‘wind tunnels’, avian hazards and loss of daylight to lower structures. Taxes must rise in order to cover costs of services within the community. But, if we want to live in an at-
tractive community, we must be prepared to pay for the priviledge, and be prepared to accept tax increases where justified. However, the municipality’s elected officials and appointed staff must spend that money wisely for the greatest good of the community. The provincial government introduced Greenbelt legislation to control sprawl, but this does not give carte blanche for municipalities to flout citizen’s wishes by setting aside Official Plans, and applying rezoning amendments without proper consultation with its citizenry and, gaining their approval where changes to the plans are suggested. Brian Merritt
Lincoln gets safe drinking water accreditation The Town of Lincoln has received another year of full accreditation in meeting the Drinking Water Quality Management Standard. Town staff in the water division work daily
to monitor, prevent, and perform testing to ensure the Town has safe drinking water. The Town’s drinking water quality management system ensures a consistent supply of clean, safe drink-
ing water; compliance with legislation and regulations; and maintaining and continually improving the quality management system. Lincoln operates two primary water distribution systems (large
residential) and two minor systems (small non-residential). The primary system consists of piping, fire hydrants, valves, pressure reducing chambers and booster pumping stations.
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downtown rearranging Dear Editor, I just had to write when I saw the front page of the “NewsNow” Feb. 8, 2018 edition. An eight-storey building right on Main Street Grimsby. REALLY? I had to check the date to see if this was an April Fool’s joke. I was relieved to see the word “proposal” Also, thanks Mike for what you wrote to help calm me down a bit. I can only hope that the town planners will only allow three storeys maximum. This new building will create a lot more traffic entering Main St. from Ontario St., so I suggest
DeSantis can flip the bill for demolition of the post office. This would then allow Elm Street to be aligned with Ontario so that the traffic light can be there to ease congestion and the traffic flow. The post office can be one of their first tenants by moving into the ground floor of their new building. Let’s hope common sense prevails so the taxpayer doesn’t get stuck again for the extra expenses while these contractors continue to profit and destroy our town’s character. D. Marr Grimsby
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