TheThe ShuniahShuniah NewsNews Shuniah, A Municipality with a Silver Lining

Volume Six, Issue Six November 2016

Shuniah Soil Mates Awarded a "Happy Birthday " 150th Celebration Garden by Peter Tracz, Chairperson Our very own Shuniah Soil I was particularly proud, Mates have been awarded one of pleased and happy to hear the the 150, 150th Celebration Gar- chatter of guys and gals talking dens by the Canadian Garden about planting rows this way and Council in collaboration with that way, it was picture perfect to Vesey's Bulbs of PEI - in celebra- these eyes. The 5 gardens along tion of Canada's sesquicenten- the south fence will each have nial in 2017. Within 5 days of 200 tulips blooming sometime in our receiving notice, we had 2 early to mid April. So, it should boxes (1000 tulip bulbs) 500 red be quite a showing of Canada's and 500 white, in our grasp. We best celebration of good will and feel very special to receive one of friendship, kindness and hospi- these Gardens as we understand tality towards all, this great that the Canadian Garden Coun- 150th birthday. And we are cil, the organization behind the there.... 150th Celebration, received over It should be noted here that we 400 applications from across created another banner with ap- Canada. propriate red and white lettering A planting party called for on and tulips, coloured just like our Saturday October 8, saw a great Flag, to further enhance our members turnout of Soil Mates beautifully carved Shuniah Com- (and Matty the dog) and they munity Gardens sign. Slow down had a "cool" but fun-filled morn- along the Rec. Center's ing planning 5 gardens with a Lakeshore Drive next Spring and mixture of ideas on how the red have a gander, were going to look and whites will look like in the blooming great. Spring.

SHUNIAH CHRISTMAS CRAFT SHOW MACGREGOR REC CENTRE 800 Lakeshore Drive across the road from Wild Goose Park Saturday December 3 10 AM – 2 PM Calling all Christmas Shoppers and Shuniah Crafting Vendors!! Local Shuniah Residents are showcasing GREAT Unique gift ideas just in time for Christmas at Fantastic Prices! Awesome Door Prize Draw and admission is a Donation to the Shuniah Volunteer Fire Department! Handmade Soaps Ceramics Stained Glass Art Handmade Amethyst Items & Jewelry Paintings Fairy & Bird Houses 3D Glass Art Lots of Baking Clay and wired jewelry Handmade Baskets Ornaments Wooden Carved Animals & Elves Handmade Cards Quilting Neat Christmas Trees Photography Unique Wooden Signs Beautiful Scarves Handmade Toddler Books Bean Bag Warmers Ice Candles Calling all Christmas Shoppers!! Local Shuniah Residents are showcasing GREAT Unique gift ideas just in time for Christmas at Fantastic Prices! Awesome Door Prize Draw worth over $100 with items donated from our vendors! Admission is a Donation to the Shuniah Volunteer Fire Department! Come on out! Everyone is Welcome! Shuniah Public Works - Winter Safety Message by Craig Baumann, Manager of Operations generally gives priority to class 3 deposit in driveway entrances way, public lane or bridge within roads and class 4 - 5 collector than homes located on straight the Municipality. This by-law roads with steep hills and curves. stretches of road, of which is also indicates that snow, dirt, This method also provides the unfortunately un- avoidable in rubbish or garbage of any kind Snow Removal Information: best access for Emergency Serv- most instances. cannot be placed or plowed onto ices. the roadway and drainage The following information is • Why can’t the Municipality sand ditches. provided to assist residents of The specific course of action (in- the sides of the road where I Shuniah in understanding the cluding salting and sanding) will walk? Snowmobiling along the CNR Municipalities program for win- be determined by the Roads Su- Answer – Roads are maintained Rail Line and Municipal ter maintenance of roads. We pervisor, depending on snow for vehicles, not walkers. The Roadways hope that this information will depth, type of snow, drifting, icy sanders are designed with the also help people appreciate conditions, etc. It is the Munici- applicator on the driver’s side Snowmobilers are reminded to some of the challenges in keep- pality’s objective to plow all roads of the vehicle in order to apply adhere to the rules and regula- ing the roads safe and open for within 10 hours of a snowstorm’s sand to the center of the road. tions of the Ontario Highway travel. completion. In cases of heavy Traffic Act when enjoying off- snowfalls, accidents, mechanical Mailboxes & Snow road vehicle activities. The for- When a major snowstorm oc- breakdowns and / or other prob- mer CNR rail bed is privately curs, all drivers throughout the lems, these objectives may not be • Mailbox posts need to be sturdy owned property and should not Municipality are faced with de- met. enough to handle snow thrown be used for motorized off-road teriorating driving conditions at by the snowplow. If a mailbox vehicle usage. Issues and/or con- the same time. Without consid- Frequently Asked Questions is damaged by plowed snow, re- cerns regarding activities on or eration to the limitations of a pair or replacement is the along the CNR’s right-of-way are snow maintenance operation • Why do plows push snow into homeowner’s responsibility. to be forwarded to CN Public En- and regardless of the weather, driveways? Why can’t the opera- quiries @1-888-888- 5909. we understand that drivers ex- tor lift the blade in front of my • Mailboxes that have been di- pect all roadways to be cleared residence? rectly hit by a snowplow blade As always, the Public Works De- and safe within the shortest pos- Answer -Snow must be pushed will be repaired or replaced partment welcomes your input sible period of time. We agree to the side of the road to clear by the Municipality with a regarding transportation and en- that rapidly cleared roads are the road for traffic; all plow standard mailbox. vironmental service items that very important, both for safe trucks are set up to push snow you feel require our attention. travel, and to facilitate the han- to the right. Sometimes it is Obstructing the Roadways Please feel free to e-mail your dling of emergencies by fire, am- necessary to make several comments, questions or con- bulance and police operations. passes with the snowplow dur- Council passed By-law No. 2051- cerns to: ing a storm. Other instances 01, which states that, no person [email protected] The plow operators are assigned may require the banks to be shall obstruct or cause any ob- a designated route, of which may pushed back to allow room for struction to any highway, road- contain several classes of roads- more snow or to allow for class 3 roads are considered the drainage during the spring major routes and class 5 roads thaw. are considered to be the lower New Treasurer for the Municipality volume lightly traveled roads. • Homes that are located near The routes are designed to clear corners, intersections and cul- roads in a systematic way that de-sacs may receive more snow We are happy to announce that Susan Moore has joined the administrative staff at the Municipal office as our new Treasurer. Susan has a CPA-CGA and comes from Grant Thank you to all of our wonderful Thornton where she was a senior auditor. Please welcome customers for your exceptional her during your next visit to the office. support this season!

Landfill Permits Now Available at Crystal Beach Variety

The Municipal office has paired up with Crystal Beach Vari- ety on a pilot basis to offer Landfill Permits for Shuniah resi- dents. This will provide residents an opportunity to pick up a landfill permit on the weekend and evenings when the Mu- nicipal office is closed. To get a landfill permit at the store you must have photo identification such as a driver’s licence with a Shuniah address or have a copy of your tax bill with matching photo identification. The permit fee remains at Take-away dinners, party platters, Finn rugs $25.00. local grocery items, gorgeous gifts

SALE in the Amethyst Gift Shop Stepping Stones Consulting is a new dynamic approach to counselling using December 7 - 24! Expressive Arts to work through personal issues. Art, drama, and music are a few of the tools Carrie uses to assist people with anxiety/depression, grief & loss, parenting, trauma. OPEN HOUSE Sunday, December 11 ~ Carrie is serving clients from 3yrs on to adulthood. There is currently no STEEP Discounts! wait list for services. Contact Carrie today for more information on how expressive arts can Every Purchase Gets a Prize Draw! help you individually or your group. Retreats for teams and workshops are The Fish Shop Boxed Gift Sets also offered and can be tailored to your company’s needs. and Gift Certificates are available Closed for the season after Dec. 24, 2016 Carrie Nyitrai MSW, RSW ~ Reopening April 1, 2017 Certified Expressive Art Therapist (807) 626-0345 [email protected] www.steppingstonesconsulting.com FaceBook page– Stepping Stones Consulting

page 2, The Shuniah News, November 2016 Steps for Demolition and Rebuilding Submitted by the Municipal Zoning Department

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The Shuniah News, November 2016, page 3 What is Happening at the MacGregor Recreation Centre? 800 Lakeshore Drive – More information call 344-1908 Or visit us for a monthly calendar www.shuniah.org(youthcentre) The Shuniah Youth Centre Yoga Classes Wednesdays 6-9pm and Fridays 6-10pm Tuesdays 6-7:15 pm (*Note* there are no classes Drop in activities for youth grade four and up (Kids must sign in November 15th or 22nd) and out of centre) Everyone is welcome. This is a Hatha yoga class where the focus Younger children welcome to participate in activities with is on bringing the asanas (postures) into your unique body, devel- parental supervision. oping a balance of strength and flexibility. We move mindfully The Rec Centre is an excellent place to come with friends or through the asanas connecting with our bodies and our breath. meet new ones in the community! All kids are invited to partici- Classes include pranayama ( breath work) ,asanas ( postures), pate in the fun organized events that are highlighted in the meditation and conclude with savasana (final relaxation). monthly calendar www.shuniah.org(youthcentre) The Youth Pro- Please bring your own mat and a blanket. Drop in rate is $5 with gram offers basketball nets, skating rink, sports nights, dances, a portion of class fees donated to the Shuniah recreation centre bingo, ping-pong, shuffleboard, pool table, air hockey, video programs. games and a great place to hang out and meet friends! Instructor- Lynn Kallies [email protected] Save the Date! Certified 200 hour Hatha yoga teacher 2003 (Liv- Special Youth Nights coming up…. ing Yoga - Austin Texas) November 4th for “Fear Factor Night” and find out if fear is a Certified 60 hour Yin Yoga teacher training 2014 factor for you! (Bern ie Clarke - Vancouver) November 16th Mexican Cooking Night- must preregister $5 Restorative Teacher Training 2016 December 21st celebrate Christmas with our “Unwrap the Pres- ent and Present Exchange Games” Adult Boxercise Fitness Classes Mondays and Wednesdays 5:30-6:30pm Sundays 3:00-4:00pm Get ready to have fun getting stronger! Be trained by boxing coach in this non-combative class that teaches the same drills used to train competitive fighters for a full body workout. All levels of fitness are welcome! Gloves and equipment provided. $100 for 8 classes (Mondays and Wednesdays 2x a week for 4 weeks). Sundays drop in $15. Unsure? Just drop in one night to try out a class! Space is lim- ited to 12 participants. Call Kathie at 344-1908 or email [email protected] for more information.

The Shuniah Little Free Library is OPEN! “Take a Book, Return a Book” This Library belongs to everyone! Anyone may use it—Neighbours, friends and passersby. The books ar e always free. Bring us your favourites and find new ones!

Christmas Artisan Craft Show 2016 Saturday December 3rd 10am-2pm Spend some time checking out all the amazing talent in our com- munity… While getting Christmas shopping done too!

Shuffleboard League Start up dates and times TBA soon! St John’s Ambulance Babysitter Course Saturday November 12th from 9am–4pm at McGre- gor Recreation Centre Feel more confident leaving your child home alone or while car- ing for other children. This valuable program is designed for children ages 10-14. Students will learn the responsibilities of caring for children; handling difficulties; children and play; rec- ognizing and preventing injuries; handling emergencies; first aid and much more. This one-day course is $50 which includes ma- terials and a certificate. Call Toni at St John’s Ambulance to register 345-1712 ext 3

page 4, The Shuniah News, November 2016 Rental Properties in Shuniah by Fire Chief Blair Arthur If you rent out your house or recre- maintained SMOKE and CO ational property at any time during ALARMS. the year, then your property re- Reeve Harding Drive quires an inspection by SHUNIAH An inspection from the Fire Preven- AND EMERGENCY SERVICES'S tion Division on a rental property is Keep an eye out for Shuniah’s newest FIRE PREVENTION DIVISION. mainly a safety inspection that in- cludes SMOKE & CO DETECTERS & road sign – Reeve Harding Drive. The A landlord is responsible for provid- correct placement. sign was presented from the current ing and maintaining a residential complex, including the rental units Please contact us by phone at 983- Council for Maria Harding’s many in it, in a good state of repair and fit 2021 or email us at firepreven- years of service to the Municipality for habitation and for complying [email protected] to schedule with health, safety, housing and an inspection at your convenience. and is now displayed at Wild Goose maintenance standards. This rule Beach Park. includes properly installed and There is no charge for this service.

FESTIVE RIDE 2016 - 2017 Officers from the OPP, Thunder Bay Po- lice Service and Anishinabek Police The Weather Guy Service will The fall calendar is upon us. That only parts of the calculation. Even ”RIDE” together to fight against drink- nice summer weather just wouldn't this WEATHER GUY was fooled by ing and driving during the 2016 - 2017 stop. But at this writing, the trend is the statistics. When Shuniah in- Festive finally towards fall. Gardens did stalled these 3 weather stations, I was RIDE season. wonders this year, as we were still positive that Shuniah would be al- picking tomatoes and cukes last ways cooler than the city, on paper. week. The first fall frost was about In reality, this summer was about the The Festive RIDE season begins Monday, November 21, 2016 and con- October 8th. same as the city, every day. Maybe tinues to Saturday, January 7, 2017. RIDE spot checks will be set up next year, it might show different re- throughout the Thunder Bay area during this time. Your summer in review. It was an un- sults. usually nice summer for Shuniah. A Few Reminders When Drinking Alcohol: Get ready for winter! For rainfall, although June was very Be responsible. wet, July was drier than normal www.shuniahfire.com/hall1 • Choose a designated driver. Decide who's going to be doing the 89mm, with McKenzie 55.4mm, Pearl www.shuniahfire.com/hall2 driving before you go out, and make sure that person doesn't 70mm, and Spruce River Road www.shuniahfire.com/hall3 drink any alcoholic beverages. 69.4mm. August was dry again, of • Call a taxi. Sometimes even the designated driver slips. If nobody the normal 88mm, McKenzie only Marv Lassi is a retired in your group is sober, take alternate transportation. Cab, bus, – 54.6mm, Pearl 64.0mm and Spruce weather anything's better than getting in the car with a drunk driver. 63.6mm. September was not so dry, technician residing in •Hide keys. Don't be afraid to take someone's car keys. If the per- of the normal 88mm, McKenzie only Shuniah son gets angry, it's probably proof you're doing the right thing. 58.2mm, Pearl 75.8mm and Spruce 78.4mm. October is on pace to be at least slightly dry again. When Throwing a Party: • Offer non-alcoholic beverages. Water, juice, soda pop – give your For temperature, was it guests plenty of alternatives. And never pressure guests to drink warmer? You bet! Al- alcohol. though May and June TEMPELMAN WATER HAULAGE were just slightly Providing Reliable Service Since 1987 • Serve plenty of food. A full stomach can slow the rate of alcohol above normal, July was absorption. 1 degree above normal, Serve a great meal or have plenty of appetizers on hand. and August/September 767 •Stop serving alcohol well before the party ends. Give your guests were 3 to 4 degrees 9173 an extra hour or two without alcohol before they head out the above normal. It door. seemed like more at For all your bulk water needs • Residential or Commercial • Arrange alternate transportation. Pay attention to your guests' times, but it averages • City water delivered in stainless steel tanks • alcohol intake and behavior. If someone has had a lot to drink or out. Wells • Holding Tanks • Swimming Pools • Skating Rinks Closed seems even the slightest bit tipsy, call a cab or set up a ride with Sundays a sober driver. The daily temperature calculations are based on the average of the maximum and mini- Detecting Drunk Drivers: mum temperatures for There are several signs associated with drunk driving: the day. In Shuniah, we expect to have • Making wide turns those cool lake breezes • Weaving, swerving, drifting, or straddling the center line at midday. But, in real- • Almost striking an object or vehicle ity, they don't affect 640 Beverly Street • Driving on the wrong side of the road the calculated mean (807) 344-3232 Office (807) 344-5400 Fax Barb McEwen • Driving at a very slow speed much, as the cool 1-888-837-6926 Toll Free Salesperson • Stopping without cause overnight low and late [email protected] (807) 626-3860 CELL • Braking erratically afternoon high are the www.avistarealty.ca Keeping these things in mind can help you avoid a dangerous situa- tion. If you spot what you think is an impaired driver, keep a safe dis- tance and call 9-1-1. Do not attempt to stop the vehicle yourself.

Crime Stoppers look forward to continuing to work with the commu- nity on Crime Prevention initiatives. Keep in mind that if you have any information about any crime, we ask that you contact Crime Stop- pers at 1-800- 222- TIPS or 623-TIPS or submit a web tip at www.tip- submit.com. Remember your identity will remain anonymous and you could be eligible for a reward of up to $2,000.00 and you will never have to testify in court.

The Shuniah News, November 2016, page 5 Shuniah’s Little Free Library is OPEN! How this Library Works THIS LIBRARY BELONGS TO there may be another EVERYONE! Library nearby that could use Anyone may use it--- them. Especially desired neighbours, friends and are books you recommend to passersby. friends, your childhood The books are always free. favourites and books that teach and spark conversation. TAKE BOOKS If you see something you’d like A huge THANK YOU to Morris to read, take it! Papich and Emma and Sarah It’s for you. Some books include Schulz for building, decorating a note about who and donating gave it or has read it. You may this Little Free Library to our leave your own note in it when community. you’re done. It is much appreciated and will definitely be well used! SHARE BOOKS When you’re finished with a Come and visit the library at 800 book, you may pass it Lakeshore Drive beside the along to a friend or return it to Community Garden this Library And check us out on the world or any other Little Free Library. map at www.littlefreelibrary.org/ourma LEAVE BOOKS p (search Shuniah, Ontario) Your favourite books are wel- come at any Little Free Library. If our Shuniah Library is full,

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page 6, The Shuniah News, November 2016 News from McKenzie Public School by Laurel Moir, Vice Principal

Math and Science in our year. We planted and helped Community water it and in the summer our On Wednesday, September 14, Little Lions Daycare friends 2016, McKenzie Public School looked after it. The deer didn’t hosted a Community event that eat it this year, yeah!! In keeping highlighted mathematics and with our Social Studies curricu- healthy living activities. This lum focus on how First Nations event was sponsored by our people made use of their natural McKenzie School Council and environment, we grew the Three funded by a Ministry of Educa- Sisters (corn, beans and squash). tion Parents Reaching Out We also grew sunflowers, nastur- Grant. Over 80 people attended tiums, tomatoes, peas and cab- the event which hosted presen- bage. The sunflowers made a ters from the following organiza- happy face in our garden!! tions: Shuniah Youth Centre, Ontario Provincial Police, Thun- Thanksgiving Celebration der Bay District Health Unit, Lit- In celebration of Thanksgiving tle Lions Daycare McKenzie site, and just to have some good old Science North, Scoot Suits, fashioned fun, Mrs. Poling and Hyatt’s Greenhouses, Best Start, the Student Council arranged a Trillium Gift of Life, Musik- “dress like a hunter or a turkey garten, Bears Bees and Honey, day.” Students came in their and Shuniah Fire Department. favourite disguise and we all Science North helped make gathered later for a group pic- Mathematics a big focus for this ture. There were a few nervous evening. Our Primary and Junior turkeys throughout the day but teachers also hosted math games we all had a great time. Here we to support parents and guardians are dressed in our finest! in engaging in their child’s math learning. Participants enjoyed Terry Fox Walk for Cancer the free pizza and the many On Thursday, September 29, all games and activities. We had the students and staff at McKen- order forms available for families zie took to the playground to to order McKenzie Mustang walk in support of the Terry Fox clothing. The winner of our at- Run for Cancer. Our teachers tendance prize, a McKenzie zip shared his story through media hoodie, was Nathan in Kinder- and discussion so that students garten. Check out these pictures would know about him. It was a below. beautiful fall day and we had fun running around our playground. McKenzie Public School Garden Grade 4/5/6 attend the The students at McKenzie en- Fall Harvest at Fort joyed having a garden again this William Historical Park On Thursday, September 22, Mrs. Parker and the Grade 4/5/6 class attended the annual Fall Harvest Juliette Collier at Fort William Historical Park. Broker Our wonderful Volunteer Parent Group paid for the busing for this activity. Students were able to engage in hands on activities Let’s Find representative of aboriginal cul- ture. One of the fun activities Your New Home was helping to skin a deer hide. Everyone had a great time and we 1186 Russell St. Thunder Bay hope to go next year. Office: (807)623-4663 Cell (807) [email protected] 629-2788 The Shuniah News, November 2016, page 7 Carbon Monoxide Awareness Week November 1-7 by Blair Arthur, Fire Chief Beat the Silent Killer: juries and deaths from CO occur in appliances can include furnaces, manufacturer’s instructions.” the home,” said Municipality of hot water heaters, gas or wood fire- Prevent CO in Your Shuniah Fire Chief Blair Arthur. “We places, portable fuel-burning If you live in a condo or apartment Home want to make sure everyone is safe heaters and generators, barbeques, building with a service room, CO from CO. Get all fuel-burning appli- stoves and vehicles. alarms must be installed in the Ontario’s Carbon Monoxide Aware- ances inspected by a registered con- service room and adjacent to each ness Week runs from November 1-7, tractor.” Visit COSafety.ca to find a “You must have a working CO alarm sleeping area of all homes above, and Shuniah Fire & Emergency registered contractor near you. adjacent to each sleeping area of below and beside the service room. Services reminds you to prevent the home if your home has a fuel- In condo or apartment buildings carbon monoxide (CO) in your Shuniah Fire &Emergency Services burning appliance, a fireplace or an that have a garage, CO alarms must home by getting all fuel-burning also reminds you to install CO attached garage,” said Chief Arthur. be installed adjacent to each sleep- appliances inspected annually. alarms in your home if you have a “For added protection, install a car- ing area of all homes above, below fuel-burning appliance, a fireplace bon monoxide alarm on every and beside the garage. “In Ontario, more than 80% of in- or an attached garage. Fuel-burning storey of the home according to Fall Fun at Little Lions by Gail Goyan, RECE Supervisor The children at the daycare have dent) join us a few days a week to children 18 months to 12 years old. as well as before and afterschool been having great fun this fall. Out- help out. Inside on cold and rainy We offer ½ and full days programs, care. Please call 683-5624. side they have been jumping in the days we use the gym at the end of hay, exploring the forest, and enjoy- the day. ing some of the new items we have in our playground. We are also The daycare has spaces available for lucky to have Annie (grade 7 stu-

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page 8, The Shuniah News, November 2016 Community BBQ and Shuffleboard League Launch a Huge Success!

Councillor Ron Giardetti speaks at the kickoff to Shuniah’s Shuffleboard League

Michael Gravelle presents plaque and Ontario Trillium Foundation Grant to Wendy Landry

Shuffleboard League organizers are looking to have a schedule together and games starting the middle of December. COUNCIL CONTACT Home/Personal Support Workers Caring dedicated individuals are required to sup- INFORMATION port seniors in their own homes within our com- munity. We offer training, education, flexible work schedules, competitive compensation including benefits, travel compensation and blackberry cell phone. Join us to Redefine Care.: Apply online today @ www.homecarejobs.ca or email resume to: [email protected] Mayor Wendy Landry For further information call Kyle, 346-0633 Ext 2325. 807 346-9330 807 626-6686 [email protected] Councillor Donna Blunt 807 983-2129 [email protected] Councillor Ron Giardetti 807 983-2051 807 627-7115 [email protected] Councillor Don Smith 807 621-1904 [email protected] Councillor Duff Stewart 807 627-0230 [email protected]

The Shuniah News, November 2016, page 9 Dress for the Cause

The Shuniah Municipal Office participated in Dress for the Cause on October 28. About DRESS for the CAUSE http://dressforthecause.ca/menu.php?page=98&list=532&teamid=10156 The Breast Cancer Society of Canada hosted its 19th Annual DRESS for the CAUSE on Friday, October 28, 2016. Previously called “Dress Down Day” the event has successfully raised over $7 million for Canadian breast cancer research. The Breast Cancer Society of Canada asked businesses, clubs, schools, and organizations of all sizes to donate, dress your office, dress yourself, DRESS for the CAUSE and HAVE FUN hosting pink-themed events in the office to raise money for breast cancer research in Canada during DRESS for the CAUSE. WHY is this Important? • 1 in 9 Canadian women is expected to develop breast cancer during her lifetime • This year an estimated 25, 000 Canadian women will be diagnosed with breast cancer PAWS • Approximately 14 Canadian women die of breast cancer every day • Of all estimated new cancers in women, breast cancer cases make up an estimated 26% • For every 4 men diagnosed with breast cancer 1 will die Treasure Chest Second-Hand Store Proceeds to suppor t pet spaying or neutering for those who need financial help to do this Donate Your Items To This Great SALES AND Cause! • Come Shop for Super Deals-New Stuff Arriving All the Time! Located in PRO-TECHSERVICE Lakeshore Variety WATER PUMPS HOLDING TANKS The Pump WATER TREATMENT and Filter WELL SUPPLIES AND FILTERS Experts ELECTRIC MOTORS 45 YRS EXPERIENCE M.O.E. Licensed Technician

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