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Aurora’s Independent Community Newspaper Vol. 10 No. 26 905-727-3300 auroran.com FREE Week of April 20, 2010 Aurora will Volcano dust take bids strands students to fix house Eighty-eight Grade 11 and 12 state of disarray, forcing the The Town's interest in taking students from Aurora High School grounding of incoming flights to and bids for the restoration of the are currently stuck in Vienna, outgoing flights from the Continent. Petch House was formally Austria, after their expected return The students, who left for approved last Tuesday, despite to Canada from a band trip on Europe on April 9 accompanied by criticisms of the cost and practi- Sunday was thwarted by ash from eight Aurora High staff members cality of seeking a Request for an Icelandic Volcano. are currently being accommodated Proposal. The eruption of Iceland's "comfortably" at their Vienna Hotel, Councillor Al Wilson, who has Eyjafjallajökull on April 14 sent according to Ross Virgo, adamantly opposed any drive to plumes of volcanic ash into the air. Communications Officer for the spend further public money on It threw Europe's airports into a Please see page 11 the building, reiterated his stance at last week's meeting. "I would not be consistent if I Briefly did not continue with that thought," said Councillor Wilson, Spring sale pulling the item from the The annual spring sale, put on by the Aurora senior citizens, will have a twist in it this evening's agenda to make his year. stance known. They’re adding a mini-Aurora Farmers’ Market to the mix. Some Councillors, such as Co-ordinator Carol Hedenberg says a barbecue will also be held. The sale happens this Saturday, April 24, beginning at 9 a.m. and continuing until 2 Councillors Stephen Granger p.m. at the centre, 5 Municipal Drive, across the parking lot from the Aurora Town Hall. and John Gallo, again voiced Aurora Rotarian Tony Anderson keeps plastic frogs away their support for the motion from the shores of Tannery Creek Sunday afternoon as the New music arguing that going through a Rotary Club of Aurora held its fourth annual “frog race” in the Songwriter Gregg Lawless, a music graduate from Dr. G.W. Williams Secondary Request for Proposal (RFP) creek. Nearly 1,000 frogs vied for the three top positions and School in Aurora, will join with Penny Sedore’s Grade 11 music students, to collaborate process is the only way to get a on writing the words and music to a song on the social injustices of the world. the winners were Dave Rosher ($300), Sharon McMorine You’ll be able to hear the results of it at the Williams Spring Concert, scheduled for Please see page 11 ($200) and Bren Marsh ($100). Auroran photo by Ron Wallace Wednesday, May 12 beginning at 7 p.m. Gregg, a guitar-playing Juno nominee, will join the award-winning secondary school band to come up with the song. Tree-planting program conflicts with Winner

Aurora resident Tom Davey has won the Geoffrey T.G. Scott Memorial Award, an anti-litter day, Aurora mayor says award initiated in 2009 “to commemorate Geoff’s inspiration and contribution to the water environment industry”. Neighbourhood Network has aware that the date was conflicting did not seek council approval The winner of the award was announced by the president of the Water Environment had to scrap much of the Aurora with Mayor Morris' clean up day because we did not think it was Association of Ontario recently. Davey received the award at WEAO’s 39th Annual Technical Symposium Luncheon leg of their tree planting initiative and we were going along on the necessary, quite frankly, doing this Monday. this weekend, a move which has same basis in both municipalities, type of thing based on the fact we Geoffrey Scott also lived in Aurora. forced them to scuttle plans to going through their parks and had gone through staff at the Davey, meanwhile, has won about 30 awards for his environmental writing and is the author of two books. plant trees in town parks and move recreation people. beginning. Currently, Tom is the senior consulting editor of Environmental Science and the bulk of their activity that day to "About a week or two ago I "The way it was left was that we Engineering, a bi-monthly publication. Newmarket. attended a meeting at Aurora with would be unable to do any planting Neighbourhood Network's Mayor Morris and some staff peo- on municipal property in Aurora Open House selected date of April 24 conflicted ple there and they were explaining and that next year if we do the pro- Windfall, located in Aurora’s Sheppard’s Bush will hold an Open House this Friday, with Mayor Phyllis Morris' Anti- the problem they felt we were gram again we should try to sit April 23rd. Officials will showcase new projects and celebrate past achievements. Litter Day, according to the organi- encountering because of the con- down in advance and eliminate any Throughout the day there will be a number of interactive information sessions cover- ing a wide range of topics including: a Pukwis Community wind park update and going zation's ambassador Tom Taylor, flict of dates. I had suggested at conflict of dates." solar. former Mayor of Newmarket. the meeting there were probably The matter was brought up at Visitors may tour the historic Sheppard House, highlighting the energy efficiency "We were talking to the Parks enough volunteers to accommo- last Tuesday's council meeting by retrofit work that has been completed and the new technologies now in place. people in Newmarket and Aurora date both of the activities. Councillor Evelyn Buck, who asked Activity gets underway at 2 p.m. and continues until 7 p.m. at 93A Industrial Parkway South. both," said Mr. Taylor. "I was not "I apologized to them that we Please see page 13

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New mem- Memberships consist of retired and semi- more than $5,000 to local charities in 2008 * * * * bers are welcome. retired PROfessional and BUSiness people, alone. You can enjoy lunch, conversation, Gamblers Anonymous meets every MAY 1 AND 2 hence the name Probus. It is a fun fellow- and a sense of community between 11.30 Tuesday night at Trinity Anglican Church, The annual Aurora Art Show and Sale ship with well-chosen speakers. New mem- a.m. and 1.30 p.m. weekly. Victoria Street, at 7.30 p.m. takes place at the Aurora Town Hall bers are welcome. For more information * * * * * * * * Saturday, May 1 from 10 a.m., to 5 p.m. and call Marilyn Munslow, 905-727-9344 or Bob The York Regional Police Male Chorus is Progressive Euchre every Thursday Sunday, May 2, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For all Saunders, 905-841-3558. looking for new members. You do not have night at the Aurora Legion at 7.30 p.m. Call art enthusiasts this is an important event * * * * to be a police officer nor are you required to 905-727-9932. featuring more than 200 pieces of artwork. Currently on display at the Colleen read music to volunteer. The group rehears- * * * * Amateur and professional artists from Abbott Gallery, located on the second floor es Monday evenings between 7.30 and Canadian Federation of University Ontario will be displaying their original two of the Aurora Public Library, is an exhibit of 9.30 p.m. For further information, contact Women holds monthly meetings at the and three-dimensional artwork created in paintings by Aurora’s Philippa Hajdu. The the chorus supervisor at 905-727-9676 or Aurora Legion with a variety of speakers. any medium except computer-generated art. paintings are selections from the artist’s the coordinator of volunteer services for Contact Beverley at 905-727-2151. MAY 6 TO 8 self-portrait series and her novel series YRP at 905-830-0303, extension 6717. * * * * The Pine Tree Potters' Spring Pottery inspired by the works of James Lee Burke * * * * The Aurora Seniors Evergreen Choir Sale wll be held May 6, 7 and 8, at the and Janet Evanovitch. This exhibit will run Aurora’s Air Cadets meet every Tuesday practice in the West-McKenzie Hall of the Aurora Cultural Centre, 22 Church Street, through May 30. night at Cardinal Carter School from 6.30 Seniors’ Centre, every Wednesday from Aurora. On Thursday and Friday May 6 and 7 * * * * p.m. to 9.30 p.m., and offer a program for 2.30 to 4.30 p.m. under the direction of Enid the sale will operate from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. A selection of landscape works from the 12 years and older boys and girls. Maiz. and on Saturday, May 8 from 10 a.m. to 5 collection of Albert Chiarandini is currently * * * * APRIL 23 AND 24 p.m. There is free parking, free admission on display at the Aurora Cultural Centre. Aurora Opera Children’s Chorus wel- Aurora United Church spring rummage and a door prize. Call 905-727-1278 for fur- Chiarandini, born in Udine, Italy, in 1915 comes treble voices. It is a choir dedicated sale at the church, 15186 Yonge Street at ther information or visit http://www. was a prolific painter until his death in to nurturing and providing opportunities for Tyler. Times on April 23 1 p.m. to 8 p.m., for pinetreepotters.ca. December, 2007. The display will continue children to express their musical abilities. the individual sale and April 24 from 9 a.m. SATURDAY, MAY 22 until May 1. The chorus is open to boys and girls ages to noon for the bag sale. For further infor- The Aurora Garden & Horticultural * * * * 5-17. Contact the general director at mation, call 905-727-1935. Society is having their annual plant sale at Alateen meets every Sunday at 8 p.m. at [email protected] SATURDAY, APRIL 24 the Aurora Public Library, 15145 Yonge St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, corner * * * * Aurora Nursery School Family Fun Day, Street, Aurora from 9.30 a.m. to noon. of Victoria and Mosley Streets. Al-Anon Community Home Assistance to Seniors on today, consists of children's entertain- Everyone is welcome. meets every Tuesday at 8 p.m. at the Aurora (CHATS) is looking for volunteers to assist ment (Lenny Graf as seen on TV WEDNESDAY, MAY 26 United Church on Yonge Street. For more with the activities in its Adult Day Program. Treehouse), children's activities such as Guest speaker for the Aurora Garden & information go to al-anon.alateen.on.ca. The positions call for a commitment of a few face painting, vendors, refreshments, a Horticultural Society is Nancy Lee-Colibaba, * * * * hours a week at its Aurora location. Various silent auction, raffle and door prizes. The a master gardener, from Brantford. Group The Aurora Garden & Horticultural times are available. Call Christine at 905- event is a "Family Fun-d-raiser" for the old- meets on the fourth Wednesday of every Society meets on the fourth Wednesday of 713-3494. est not-for-profit co-operative nursery month at 8 p.m. at the Royal Canadian every month at 8 p.m. at the Royal * * * * school in Aurora and will take place at the Legion, 105 Industrial Parkway North. Canadian Legion, 105 Industrial Parkway Every Wednesday from 6.30 to 8 p.m. Aurora Lions Hall from 2 to 4 p.m. Tickets Visitors are welcome for only $2. A Youth North in Aurora. Visitors are welcome for the Pioneer Club for boys and girls, age are $10 for adults and $5 for children under Gardening Program will begin at 6.30 p.m. only $2. For more information call Ray at three to Grade 4 and the Junior High Club the age of 10. For more information and for one hour. Called "A Walk in the Aurora 905-727-6168. On May 26th, Master for boys and girls, Grades 5 to 8, will be tickets call Nicole at 905-395-2879 or email Arboretum", you can get more information by Gardener from Brantford, Nancy Lee- held at the Aurora Cornerstone Church, [email protected]. calling Ray at 905-727-6168. Colibaba, will speak on Gardening for 390 Industrial Parkway South. For more * * * * SATURDAY, MAY 29 Health. information call 905-841-8884. The annual senior citizens’ Spring Sale Aurora Grove Public School's 10th * * * * * * * * will add a mini-farmers’ market to its roster Anniversary Spring Fling and Reunion York Highlands Chorus is an award-win- A drop-in centre will operate every this year at the Aurora Seniors’ Centre from begins at 10.30 a.m. and continues until 3 ning a cappella Sweet Adelines chorus, a Wednesday at the Community Bible Church 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Among other things there p.m. Cake cutting ceremony at 11.15 a.m. group of women who gather Tuesday on Bathurst Street just south of Henderson will be a 50-50 draw, a just for kids store, a Included will be Bouncers, a Silent Auction, evenings at the Old Firehall, Newmarket, to from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. For more information white elephant sale and barbecue crafts. music with a DJ, a Kidz Play Zone, a raffle, sing, share in the harmony of friendship e-mail Judy Hoffmann jhoff- The Centre is located at 5 Municpal Drive, face painting, food, prizes, and a memory and learn the barbershop art form. York [email protected]. across from the Town Hall. lane for the reunion. Highlands is always looking for new women * * * * who share the love of a cappella music. Call Scottish Country Dancing on Tuesday Karen at 905-726-2113 or Vikki at informa- evenings at 8.15 p.m. at the Aurora Heights [email protected]. Public School and on Friday mornings at St. * * * * Andrews' Presbyterian Church beginning at The Upper Canada Chordsmen, Aurora- 10.30 a.m. No partners are needed and Newmarket’s award winning chorus, is look- beginners are welcome. ing for male singers. The group meets every * * * * Wednesday from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the Aurora Rotary Club meets every Monday Old Firehall, 140 Main Street South, in at 6.30 p.m. at Gabriel's on Yonge Street. Newmarket . New members are welcome. For further * * * * information call 905-841-1352 or 905-713- The Optimist Club of Aurora meets the 9356. first Wednesday of each month at the * * * * Aurora Legion. New members are welcome. Independent Order of Odd Fellows Call 905-727-5012 for more information. Lodge 148 meets the first and third Tuesday * * * * of each month at 8 p.m. at 15216 Yonge The Aurora Lions Club meets the sec- Street, south of Wellington. For more infor- ond and fourth Thursdays at the Aurora mation call 905-830-9205. Lions Hall, corner of Mosley and Victoria * * * * Streets, Co-ed club welcomes new mem- Masonic Rising Sun Lodge meets the bers. For further information, call 905-727- first Thursday of each month at the Rising 6079. Sun Temple, 57 Mosley Street, Aurora at * * * * 7.30 p.m. Every Thursday, Martha's Table serves * * * * home-made soup, sandwiches, and dessert Robertson Masonic Lodge meets the CARE WHEN I NEED IT

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The Town of Aurora is our town's art and culture." said. "If we decide too quickly of art you do go for it." seeking the input of the Councillors voted to accept about this one, I don't know Mayor Morris, however, Spring Special Church Street School Cultural Ms. Campo's sculpture for a how we would be able to say shared some concerns over Centre to develop a new plan $1,000 honorarium (materials no to others that might come the safety of the sculpture SHEERS for public art. and installation have been forward." raised by other councillors. As The formal direction came donated to the artist) in the first Looking to other municipal- proposed, the branches or at a recent council meeting step towards a public art pro- ities and analyzing their poli- flames of the tree come to after councillors received a gram. cies towards public art points and concerns were Specializing in custom drapery and bedding, delegation the previous week While selecting the statue seemed practical to Councillor raised that if the sculpture was also available, shutters and blinds. from local artist Deborah was the first step, there are Evelyn Buck, who concurred freestanding outside the Town Shop at home service by appointment only. Campo about installing an many more to follow, including with Councillor McRoberts that Offices, those who misuse the Call: 289-221-9007 eight-foot rendering of her the drafting of the public art this might set a precedent. sculpture could be injured. 25 years in the industry Peace Flame Tree sculpture policy and determining the "If we were a foundation While the proposed sculp- outside of the Town Offices. actual location of the Peace this discussion would be per- ture was originally a free Ms. Campo said she creat- Flame Tree at the Town offices. fectly in order," she said. "We standing structure, Mayor ed the Peace Flame Tree Some councillors, however, are not a foundation, we are a Morris suggested it might work sculpture as a thank you gift to raised concerns over the mer- public body. I think we have - and avoid safety concerns - St. Andrew’s College to mark its and implications of accept- quite the treasure trove of best by being installed flush to the 2008 Historica Fair. ing the sculpture in the artists in Aurora. Whatever we a wall. Newmarket-Aurora MP absence of an official public art do in response to one propos- Spirited discussion Lois Brown has a small version policy at the municipal level. al we would have to consider resumed at the council meet- of the stainless steel sculpture "I'm a little worried about that we would have to do it in ing, but the outcome remained at her Ottawa office, according putting the cart before the response to other proposals the same. to Ms. Campo, who added Ms. horse with regard to art policy," that come before us." "In general, I understand Brown has met with the said Councillor John Gallo. "I The issue was more clear- what Councillor McRoberts is Minister of Veterans Affairs to would support having some cut, however, for Councillor Al saying that generally one have this sculpture considered kind of discussion with [the Wilson. should have a policy in place for possible placement at Church Street School Cultural "The world doesn't stop prior to making such a deci- gourmet to go Canadian locations as well as Centre Board] and some kind until you develop a policy," he sion," said Councillor Alison NATO. of streamlined policy put for- said. "When you see some- Collins-Mrakas this week, voic- "Although this image has ward before this goes forward." thing great happening you ing her opinion after chairing successfully presented itself Councillor Bob McRoberts capture it. Do we need a poli- the general committee meet- Lunch & Dinner [in] various venues, it would be also expressed concerns that cy? Yes, we probably do, but I ing that got this ball rolling. a pleasure to achieve my goal this might be a precedent-set- don't need a policy to tell me "However, I do think this sit- Sunday May 9th and vision to have my large ting move. this is okay." uation is somewhat unique. It scale version located in "There may be some other Councillor Wilson's argu- is a unique situation and the Please call for Aurora," Ms. Campo said. "I enthusiastic artists in town that ments in favour of going for- artist has already garnered reservations am also thrilled to be placed in might have similar request and ward evidently swayed the considerable support and has the forefront of allowing our whether this is precedent set- opinion of Mayor Phyllis found means and a method in community to create a public ting or putting the cart before Morris. which there is minimal cost to 905-727-9561 art policy for not only my the horse, I think it would bode "You just changed my mind the town and it has proven 14889 Yonge Street, Aurora opportunities but for all other us well that the Town will have on something," said Mayor quite lovely, so I will be sup- www.graystonesrestaurant.ca artists wishing to be a part of some policy or guidelines," he Morris. "When you see a piece porting this motion." 4 - THE AURORAN, Week of April 20, 2010

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By RON WALLACE

Glee Club photo - who are they??

There was some fun over the photo that ran on this page last week. No, not the one of me enjoying the company of two pretty young things in Las Vegas recently. I’m talking about the photo of the Glee Club from 1961 that I unceremoniously lifted from the Aurora High School (Dr. G.W. Williams Secondary School today) yearbook. Aurora’s Kathy Taylor thought it was the wrong picture, and in an e-mail to me suggested it was the Glee Club at R.H. King Collegiate where she went to school from 1959 to 1964. She wrote “unless I'm losing it, I think the photo of the Glee Club of Aurora High School 1960-1961 is a photo of the Glee Club from R.H. King Collegiate of the same year. Could this be the wrong photo? Too many people are the same ones that I recognize from RH King. Or do all the hairstyles make everyone look like someone else?” She was Kathy Lindstrom at the time. The thought that I had selected the wrong photo made my blood run cold, especially since I knew two people in the pho- tograph, and talked to one prior to running the picture. But Kathy wanted to see what her former classmates thought, so she sent a copy of the picture and a note and got the following responses: 1. “Maybe I am losing it too but I don't see me in there. I also don't remember wearing the classy (!!!) outfits they have on. I see people that do look like us but I don't see me. I may The above photo, as it appeared on a postcard back, probably in the 50s, is a picture of an existing be in the same quandary with you!!!!” church in Aurora. Where is it? Phone in your answer after noon Friday, April 23 to 905-727-3300 and the 2. “They certainly do look like they are from our era. I see first right answer will receive a lunch for two at the Aurora Legion. We need to know the location of the Vicki L...second row from the back at the far left, Wendy H. church. fourth from the right in the second row from the back, Charlotte S...second row from the front at the far left, Sally B..second row from the back, 7th from the left, Bob R....back Letter to the Editor row, fourth from the right and Heinz D...back row, 6th from the right. Yes, we all did seem to have the same hair styles, noth- ing much longer than shoulder length, but definite curls as opposed to our daughter's styles....straight, long, with a part Council had good idea in the middle!!! Those tunics look like the ones we used to wear as part of our everyday uniform in England!” 3. I have the feeling that it is a case of everyone looking the same. I certainly was never in any Glee Club, anywhere. If you were to look at a picture of teenage girls in the mid/late to install artist’s work, 60's they would all look the same with long hair. No wonder we don't always recognize each other when grown up.. not that I have ever done that .. grown up that is.” 4. “Yes there were several kids that looked very similar to this reader maintains the ones we went to school with, but it has to be impossible that they are one and the same. The picture is somewhat blurred, so maybe b/c of mystical persuasion, or fond memo- To the editor, might generate wonderful ries, or desperately seeking Susan so to speak, we're all see- ideas about how to ing people who really aren't there. However, I did find this Re: Peace Flame Tree accommodate art in every interesting, and was tickled pink to take a longish peek at our undertaking in Aurora. “Aurora’s Independent possibly former school chums. Thanks for the fun.” Bravo, Aurora Town That might lead to Community Newspaper” “Well Ron, I think the consensus is...... we see what we Council! once and for all getting want to see because it conjures many fond memories of a You are going to install rid of boxes like the new Published weekly by The Auroran Publications Inc. time gone too quickly by....sigh.” Kathy wrote. local artist Deborah Catholic High School and So, someone sent pix of the junior and senior Glee Clubs at 95 Edward Street, Campo’s wonderful sculp- the GO parking garage or Aurora, L4G 1W1 at R.H. King that year, and I share them with you here. ture outside of Town Hall. at least retro-fitting them Junior Glee Club What a good idea! with exterior artistic Publisher Emeritus I agree that we should embellishments. Rosemary Schumaker have a public art strategy, We need to set some the sooner the better. higher architectural stan- It looks like this sculp- dards – so we can be Editorial Production Ron Wallace Cynthia Proctor ture will be the catalyst proud of what we put into [email protected] [email protected] for formulating such a Aurora’s townscape, so strategy. we can leave legacies. Photography Main Number David Falconer 905-727-3300 We should take advan- And may the spirit of [email protected] tage of the Planning Act the Peace Flame Tree not Classifieds of Ontario that allows for only be a catalyst for pub- Advertising 905-727-7128 having a say in design lic art in every nook and Bob Ince [email protected] [email protected] aspects, in planning and cranny of Aurora, but per- Facsimile Machine building matters. meate our Town Hall Diane Buchanan [email protected] 905-727-2620 Aurora is in the middle walls, right into the coun- Senior Glee Club of an Official Plan cil chambers, and out- Trish Miller-Kostin Editorial Department Review. ward, permeate every [email protected] [email protected] Incentives favouring nook and cranny of the Editorial policy the inclusion of artistic world. components in every new May art be with us! Opinions expressed by columnists, contributors and letter writers are not necessarily those of The Auroran. Letters must include name or rebuilt structure, and And may peace be with and phone number, although number will not be published, and be limited to 600 every public open space, us! words. Letters may be edited or refused. All contents could be included in the protected by copyright. Official Plan redraft, in Klaus Wehrenberg addition to any allowable Aurora Advertising policy art and design related Publisher is not liable for slight changes or typographical errors that do not lessen the standards – standards More letters value of an advertisement. Disputes must be brought to the attention of the publish- er prior to the following edition. with teeth, hopefully. see Page 6 A town hall meeting THE AURORAN, Week of April 20, 2010 - 5 Machell’s Corners by Scott Johnston

Front Porch Perspective Party politics in municipal races? By Stephen Somerville

Should political parties enter the Aurora municipal realm by the mayor), the mayoralty candidates this fall should run - as a as people may be more likely to come out and vote for a person supporting philosophically like-minded mayoralty and council team - with a minimum of four other councillor candidates, clear- who is associated with a particular side. candidates? ly identifying a coherent and focused policy platform that they will It may even help in the recruitment of volunteers. We are all aware that election-voting patterns at the federal, seek the public’s confidence on this fall. It is well known that incumbents enjoy a significant advantage provincial and municipal level have been on the decline and that This is especially important in our town, as there is not a in name recognition. the lowest voter turnout occurs for municipal elections. 'strong' mayor system in place. Running as part of a slate could help generate new blood on Any measure that can be utilized to both further educate and Under the current setup our mayor merely has one vote on council and may significantly reduce the individual expenses interest our fellow citizens in voting and for a better and more council, meaning that any legislative agenda that they may have associated with seeking office as brochures and signs would effective local government should be thoroughly examined. is at the mercy of their council colleagues. only need to be done for the team. Closer scrutiny of the issue does beg more questions: Of course it is important for a mayor to gain consensus and The other nice thing about the campaign slate concept is the 1.- Would a candidate even want a party endorsement if prof- buy-in for their program, and there are obviously informal ad-hoc symbiotic relationship between the mayoralty candidate and fered? coalitions on certain issues, but by formalizing an alliance, the his/her team; they really do need each other. 2.- If a particular riding association did vote to support munic- voters would know what to expect on the large issues, and, just There is a shared interest in making things work during the ipal candidates, then what type of support would be envisioned? as important, who to hold accountable if the expected program campaign and later on while in office. 3.- Would it simply be a press release stating that they are is not implemented. Electoral platforms and campaigning does matter. The citi- backing a specific candidate? Although the work and contribution of every individual coun- zens of Aurora deserve a vigorous and respectful debate this 4.- Would it be organizational assistance to the candidates? cillor is important, we look or should look to the mayor for lead- upcoming fall on the issues of growth, the level, quality and costs 5.- Would it, or could it, involve the utilization of some of the ership and to his or her team for the development of a legislative of services, and the appropriate level of taxation. ridings' financial resources in support of candidates? agenda. Clearly drawn policy battle lines could engage and galvanize 6.- Are there limits under the Canadian Elections Act as to This is not to say that a mayor and his/her slate of councillors, voters and volunteers alike. what can be done? once elected to office, would not disagree on certain issues, and Let's hope that the mayoralty candidates, in between getting 7.- As well, by what internal party process is the decision appropriately enough, vote differently. ready to attend all those barbcues this summer, assemble a made to support a specific candidate(s)? No one expects unanimity on every issue. But we should rea- strong campaign slate, which will be ready this fall to offer a If party politics is not introduced to the municipal election sonably expect to see the major platform issues that the team vision that resonates with Aurorans. process then at the very least the mayoralty candidates should campaigned on get implemented within a reasonable time run 'slates' of councilors on a co-coordinated platform. frame. Stephen can be contacted at: In Aurora, where we have a nine-person council (including Having individuals run as a team may increase voter turnout, [email protected]

Heard About Town Please return, Lord Stanley By David Heard

The young man you read about in the last few columns is The Cup was on its way. awareness. about to take the next positive step. Standing in the family driveway neighbours and friends rel- He is now assisting with coaching the Detroit Red Wings in He is returning to school in September to study Social Work ished in Jim’s accomplishment and Jim was smiling from ear to this year’s playoffs. at a local college and with the past as a learning tool as that of a ear and making sure everyone had some time with Mr. Stanley, More than 400 people shared the joy of Lord Stanley that day plough turning new soil and fresh growth. and himself. here in Aurora and we owe this to an NHL first. I want to thank the community and know I will love going back He was making everyone feel like the celebrity, and between Thank you, Jim Paek and family for a fantastic memory and to school and come back to community educated and a stronger the lessons about the food banks and his warmth to others I got helping me renew my passion for the game that is our heritage. will to help others move forward. a strong message where he got it from. I hope the mug comes home again or just down the DVP a bit. Thanks to everyone for their support to make this dream a Then I looked over at his parents. One day soon I know the cup will be hoisted not far from reality. The acorn had not fallen far from the tree. Aurora because I feel the energy again. Around 1990 I started to pick up my passion for hockey again Jim’s father last week explained to me how they first came to Possibly, when an NHL first happens next year, when Nazim having admired Borje Salming and Jacques Plante then later Canada in 1968, a year after Jim was born. Kadri sports the blue and white as the first Muslim player in the Doug Gilmour and the Buds new birth. He told his children to work hard and to give back but they had league. The Leafs at last didn’t suck. to appreciate what they had and not what they didn’t. To Nazim I pray he has that same positive attitude as Jim and At that time frame I was more impressed with another NHL Strong words from a man who lost his father at age two. The will lead the team to great heights. player who taught me about dedication to community. spirit and values he spoke about made me understand how his It has been way too long with another spring and no bars full He was also the very first Korean to play at that level. son had won all those rings and was on the 1989 gold medal of cheering fans or backyard parties with the TV on the patio. Jim Paek is a humble man with a respect and kind interest in Canadian National Team and won two Turner Cup rings. To Nazim I say, God be with you. others first. His father always wanted Jim to focus on education and the I wish I could type Arabic. I am proud to have a signed poster of him with the Pittsburgh Oshawa Generals gave him that chance to go to school and play On your quest to the Stanley Cup, we are pulling for you. I Penguins when he was promoting the Food Banks. the game. have to be optimistic that day is coming soon. Having played with the likes of Mario Lemieux and Wayne A stay at home defenceman with that simple principal rooted I believe because the sky is blue because God, too, is a Gretzky he also was respected by many in and out of the game. early. Toronto Maple Leafs fan. This, I feel, because of his incredible spirit that resulted in Play unselfish in the game, at home and in community. three Stanley Cup rings. Jim got involved during his career supporting sick children as David Heard can be emailed at: After the 1992 season I received a call from the Paek home. well as blood donor clinics and drug and alcohol prevention and astepintimeaurora.Yahoo.com 6 - THE AURORAN, Week of April 20, 2010 Letters to the Editor Licensing system for pets “ideal situation”: reader

To the editor, in clearly marked NO park- cat might stroll by when the work (wee hours in the The last dog I took owners. ing areas. canvasser is at the door. morning) so I could call the home to my house If people use the Town This letter is in Unfortunately, I see This makes it harder for vet when it opened because there was a tags, then this will help the response to Councillor Al every day many people someone to circumvent the because it had only the phone number to contact OSPCA (they should have Wilson's concern about parked outside the schools system. rabies tag. the owner. a copy of the list) track the door-to-door licensing and in areas that are designat- I also didn't mind people One I took to the emer- I guess my point is that I owner down quickly. he feels that the citizens ed NO parking. coming by because I didn't gency vets to see if it had a alone have found four stray know of the by-law there- We had two dogs that I think it was fair that I microchip and when it did- dogs, and I've tried my best J. Preston fore they will get a license renewed the licenses for renewed every year and n't I took it back to the area to get them back to their Aurora for their pet. (The Auroran, every year. others didn't. I found it (at that time dog April 13) Unfortunately, we don't In the past years, I have control was not open I disagree. have any dogs now, but I found at least four dogs. Sunday) and spent an hour People know to file their didn't and don't mind peo- One I drove to the walking it around until the taxes, and it doesn't mean ple coming around to OSPCA in Newmarket owner showed up. everyone does. check. (Aurora uses them instead This wasn't the most People know to NOT First off, it's an ideal sit- of the Kennel Inn), one I convenient thing, because park in handicapped park- uation. took all the way to I had a baby and toddler at ing (if not handicapped), or Dogs might bark, or a Scarborough with me to home. Daffodils Days big success in Aurora

To the editor, Month and our annual you and you know they for the duration of the Residential Campaign. have a cancer story of campaign. From March 25 to 28, As usual, Aurora resi- their own and you know Thank you to all our KEAN for AURORA MAYOR more than 250 volunteers dents joined the fight and they mean it from the bot- volunteers and donors. with the Holland River tens of thousands of tom of their heart". We hope that this year Experienced in Politics unit of the Canadian stems found a home. We would like to rec- will bring many new dis- Cancer Society donated We could not do that ognize the Aurora busi- coveries in the fight Background in business many hours selling Hope without the many volun- nesses who opened their against cancer. Daffodils. teers who made it hap- doors to our volunteers to Keep an eye out for our Join my campaign team This year was sunny, pen. make this a successful door-to-door canvassers! by calling chilly and a little rainy but I asked a long time vol- campaign. through it all the commit- unteer what motivates her We would also like to Alex Reil 416-888-0173 ment to Fight Back made and she said "It's make a special mention Unit Manager or email: [email protected] a huge impact. because every now and of Skelton Truck lines who Holland River Nigel Kean Daffodils Days kicks then somebody looks you generously stored and Unit, Canadian off Cancer Awareness in the eye and says thank refrigerated our daffodils Cancer Society FAN MAN Fabulous Lighting with Column sent “shivers” 4,000 sq. ft. of showroom Searching for a unique fan, up, down spine: reader or an impressive light fixture?

To the editor, over for a parking lot sent that grows our young this organization without shivers up and down my teenagers into highly worrying about our building I read with much interest spine. respectful adults. being taken out from under • NEW HOURS • your article "Where do you The old library houses If the Town decides to us. Tues. , Wed., Thur., Fri. and Sat. – 10 - 5 park?", in the April 13th the 140 Aurora Air Cadet tear down this building, As far as the Aurora or by appointment edition of The Auroran. Squadron, and a few other there is nowhere in Aurora Cultural Centre goes, why www.thefanman.ca Firstly, your recommen- groups. that we can have our head- can't people walk, park fur- dation to tear down the two The Air Cadets are a quarters. ther away and take the bus? 905-841-2832 buildings and pave them not-for-profit organization It is very difficult to run After all, excercise is good to get. 220 Industrial Pkwy. S I thought Aurora was a Town to admire and cherish Signs already? as a home-grown town and SPRING not a parking lot. If the Aurora Cultural To the editor, questions just begs for EDITOR’S NOTE: It’s Committee knew they would more. our understanding that be such a success, didn't LIGHTING Well, what have I missed Who is Clowater for they think there might be a the signs have been in the Town of Aurora? Mayor? parking problem? It is April and I see elec- I thought that I knew all removed. We also know tion signs up already. the mayors and councillors the date for the next muni- Heather Horton IDEAS Did I miss a notice that in Aurora, never heard of 140 Aurora moved the election date up that name here before. pal election is Monday, Air Cadet Squadron to early in the year from the I think that before he or October 25. SSC Treasurer November date? anyone runs for the top I thought that there was position in the Town of a law or bylaw on time limits Aurora, he/they should do a for placement of election little studying of the rules signs? etc. and perhaps spend ONUMENTS BY Do we really have to put some time on council. M up with this eye pollution for HOMPSONS seven months? John Swarbrick A New Approach to Memorial Design. Having asked all those Aurora T * Granite markers and monuments 100’s * Cemetery lettering and restoration of styles Better teen driver meets * Bronze markers and vases * Serving all cemeteries and nationalities to choose from! * Portrait Etchings bigger discounts Lampshades, Repairs & we can arrange for installation Let me show you how our Steer Clear® Quality and Satisfaction Guaranteed HOURS discount can teach your teennts better driving Day, Evening and Weekend Appointments habits while you save money. Mon - Fri - 10 - 6 Are you there? The Light Spot Sat 10 - 5 LIKE A GOOD NEIGHBOUR STATE FARM IS THERE. 905-727-5421 15570 Yonge Street Sun 12 - 4 Providing Insurance and Financial Services 530 Industrial Pkwy S., Aurora L4G 6W8 Aurora, On 905-727-8400 All major credit cards accepted Peter Virtanen 220 Industrial Pkwy S., Unit 37 (905) 727-7347 CLU Agent, Aurora (Just south of the soccer fields) Thompson Funeral Home is proud to be part of Service Corporation International (Canada) Ltd. PO58005CN State Farm • Home Offices Aurora, Ontario • Statefarm.ca™ Aurora’s # 1 Lighting Store THE AURORAN, Week of April 20, 2010 - 7

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By Frank Klees McGuinty's drug war The McGuinty government's recent decision to leg- islate away a substantial portion of the income that pharmacists receive from generic drug companies has created a storm of controversy. So what is it that has our neighbourhood pharma- cists up in arms? & For years, a portion of a pharmacy's income has come from "professional allowances”. These are payments to pharmacists by generic OUR drug companies, based on the volume of their pre- scription drugs dispensed by the pharmacy. The more generic drugs a pharmacy dispenses, the higher the professional allowance. BIGGEST Not only is there a financial incentive to the phar- macy, but by encouraging the substitution of generics for brand-name drugs, pharmacists have also been saving consumers and the government millions of dol- lars because of their lower prices. Ever! These incentive payments have been an integral part of the commercial terms under which pharmacies do business in this province for many years. SALE In fact, it was the McGuinty government that passed a regulation in 2006 that designated these to celebrate payments as "professional allowances", and pre- scribed that they could only be used for specific "patient-focused" services. 40 years in business in Aurora These services include counselling to patients with conditions such as diabetes, asthma and high blood pressure to manage their conditions and complex medication regimes. As part of this direct patient care, pharmacists pro- vide care for minor ailments and support to patients * concerning their treatment and prescriptions for what are often complex medical conditions. These professional allowances are an essential part of the revenue of pharmacies, and it is this rev- enue source that the McGuinty government is now characterizing as a "kick-back" and is legislating away. What does this mean to your pharmacist? OFF For the average-sized pharmacy in Ontario, it OFF Discontinued and ends of lines only. *Some exceptions. means a decrease in revenue of more than $300,000 50-70% per year. 50-70% The McGuinty government is arguing that this loss of revenue will be offset by a one dollar per prescrip- SALE ENDS THIS SATURDAY, APRIL 24TH tion increase in dispensing fees and a new profession- al service fee. But according to local pharmacists, these won't LADIES CLOTHING MEN’S JEANS LADIES JEANS even come close to offsetting the loss of revenue rep- resented by the professional allowance. NOW $ 99 $ 99 $ 99 Now you know why your neighbourhood pharmacist 9 Reg. to $100 19 Reg. to $120 19 Reg. to $140 is so concerned and is mounting an all-out effort to Ladies fight the McGuinty government's so-called "drug SELECT SELECT reform bill”. ROCKPORT NEW BALANCE We should all stand with them, because there is a LADIES SHOES CROCS BANSTEAD DRESS SHOE Runners principle at stake that goes far beyond what is playing Now out between the pharmacists of Ontario and the $ 99 $ 99 $ 99 $ 99 McGuinty government namely, what gives this govern- Only 19 Just 19 Only 79 NOW 59 Reg. to $140 Reg. to $54.99 Reg. to $119.99 ment the right to dictate to a private sector business Reg. to $185 99 the commercial terms under which it conducts its busi- MEPHISTO ALLROUNDER CLIPPER $ 89 Reg. $185 ness? ED HARDY SHOES $ 59 99 Reg. $125 To wash our hands of this is to endorse yet one LADIES ROOS RUNNERS $ 29 99 Reg. to $85 more intrusion of government into our lives, our busi- $ 99 nesses and into our private affairs. KIDS COUGAR SANDALS 13 Reg. to $40 Which profession or business is next in line for this "government knows best" attitude of the McGuinty government? I know many of our local pharmacists and I know them to be upstanding and responsible members of our communities, providing important health care services. Dalton McGuinty's assault on these professionals is unwarranted and an insult to them and to their profes- HURRY IN! sion. SHOP EARLY I support and will defend our community pharma- EXTENDED SALE HOURS cies and will be advocating for a fair and responsible FOR BEST resolution to this dispute. SELECTION! Mon. Tues. & Wed. 9:30 am to 7:00 pm Within the next few days, I will be organizing a Thurs. & Fri. 9:30 am to 9:00 pm round table meeting with pharmacists in our communi- *ALL DISCOUNTING IS OFF MANUFACTURER Saturday 9:30 am to 6:00 pm ty to develop a specific action plan. SUGGESTED LIST PRICING By standing with our pharmacists, we will also be defending a fundamental principle of free enterprise. 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From page 1 n't be reconstructed in its Join my campaign team true cost analysis on what current size; it would be by calling it would take to restore the about the size of a three- Petch House to its former hole privy by the time they 416-888-0173 glory. finish taking out all the Nigel Kean or email: [email protected] "I am at a bit of a loss to rot." understand the councillors Councillor Buck said who are not supporting Whitwell agreed to move what is before us, why the house in one piece they wouldn't want to take and the Town needs to this extra step at no cost... receive clarification from to see what the actual cost them on their current posi- of repairing this would be," tion first before going for- BROKERAGE said Councillor Gallo. ward. “TOP PRODUCER 2009” "There is no cost. That is Not knowing this going MARTIN READ all we're requesting to do." in, she said, would make it The Right Choice Councillor Wilson, how- difficult to receive an 905-841-1030 Sales Representative ever, was not swayed. accurate proposal. HONESTY and INTEGRITY Direct: 416-460-0453 "I do believe there is a "I don't see how we can GOOD OLD FASHIONED HARD WORK www.martinread.ca soft dollar cost here," he ask anyone to submit a said. "There is staff time proposal to do something involved in putting out the with this building if they RFP, managing the RFP, don't know where they are sending it out to compa- actually beginning," she nies that have to prepare. said. "I think the meeting We weren't happy with the with Whitwell needs to be level of detail in the last held first to establish what cost analysis, so there costs they are willing to would be a fairly detailed accept now, different from Last week, members of the Aurora Optimist cost analysis, very specif- what they were willing to "Quarter Century Club" received their 25-year pins ic. I think that is all time do seven years ago when Gateway Café & Lanes Aurora from the Ministry of Citizenship and Immigration in and money, and coming the building could still be 210 Edward St., 905-727-2900 back [to the Council table] a ceremony in Richmond Hill. In the top photo, 25- moved in one piece." www.gatewaylanes.ca is time, so I would sug- Mayor Phyllis Morris year charter members Grant Perry, Steve Hinder, gest, in my humble view, said the resolution did not Ken McIsaac and Alex Ansell are joined by there is a cost." incorporate a time frame Optimist President Ken Banks, left, and Frank For Councillor Buck, and that she would listen Klees, MPP Newmarket-Aurora. In the lower photo, opposing the motion was a "to my colleagues and St. Andrew’s Realty Inc. two Aurora residents, as well as two from matter of practicality. Councillor Buck's com- Brokerage Newmarket, all members of the York Regional The motion, in addition ments that [the meeting] to sending out an RFP, should happen first." Anna Runco Police Male Chorus, received their 15-year pins Sales Representative and certificates which were presented by Mr. Klees called on the mayor to sit The motion passed 6-2, down with Whitwell with Councillors Wilson at the same event. They are Ross Bovair, right, and (905) 841-1030 Lowell McClenny. Other Aurora award winners Developments to see if and Buck voting against it. they are still committed to Councillor Evelina (416) 565-3727 included Carol, Jason and Ron Wake, John Smale, My goal is to make your its 2003 agreement which MacEachern was not pres- www.listwithanna.com Joan and Jack Patterson, Karen Connors, Ron real estate dreams a reality! states they would cover ent. Not intended to solicit buyers or sellers currently under contract Weese, Stephen Kimmerer, Judy Janzen, Mike the costs of moving the Curci, Mike Hindle, Ken Smith, Judy Ryan, Janice building. Witty, Barbara Thornton, Marianne Mandryk, Peter "At that time, [the Petch Blakely, Rob Whiting and Janice Walsh. House] could be moved in one piece," said Councillor Buck. "It has sat there for all these years with a huge Volcano dust hole in its roof with rain and snow pouring through, with animals living and strands students dying inside the building, with mold growing across From page 1 ice." the floor and up the walls, York Region District School The Aurora students cur- and boards rotting regular- Board. rently have access to a ly. "We're working with tour school close to their hotel "We've had two operators and airlines to pro- where they are able to make experts...which have vide for return travel at the use of the school's gymnasi- advised us that it couldn't earliest possible opportunity," um. be moved in one piece. It said Mr. Virgo. "They are cer- The school is also provid- would have to be taken tainly being advised that ing them with internet access apart and vintage boards there will not likely be any to stay in touch with parents found to reconstruct it, and flights taking off or landing for and teachers. the first one said it could- the next couple of days any- way but, like everybody else, we're continuing to monitor the situation." TookTToook DDriverrriivveer TTrTrainingrraaiinniinng The Tour was organized by Ellison Travel, and Mr. anda dds stillsttiilll ccan’tan’’ttdt ddrdrive?rriivvee? Virgo said they are doing a "first rate job" trying to organ- ize a swift return of the stu- WeWe cancannh help!ellpp! dents and staff. "[They are] keeping the ForForm moreorei informationnformation aaboutbouto oururi individualndividual school informed almost on an hour by hour basis of any drivingdriving llessonsessons ((standardstandardo orra automatic)utomatic) new developments or oppor- aandndo oururr roadoadt testest ppackagesackages tunities. They have been real- ccallall9 905-726-413205-726-4132o orre email:mail: ly excellent at making individ- ual accommodations for spe- [email protected]@youngdrivers.co cific students. "We had one student, for NNextext YoungYYooung DriversDrivers coursecou (in-class/in-car) example, who had taken only Mayinin AAurorau r8or a- sstarts t2 Weekends January 31st enough medication for the (two( weekends). expected period of the trip so May 29 - 2 Weekends arrangements were made to get some replacement med- ication via this group and they have been really exemplary in terms of the level of serv- 12 - THE AURORAN, Week of April 20, 2010 Laneway can’t handle Feature VIDEOS now playing at theauroran.com • Aurora Home Show 2010 Montessori traffic: Buck • Community Living Awards Dinner A usage review of a the appropriate users in development] with hope- • Maplefest • Aurora Tigers and much more... laneway serving resi- place on those lands, fully some mutual under- dences on Yonge Street, report back with options standing of the roles and Temperance Street, and and identify the appropri- functions of the laneway." Reuben Street was ate land uses," he said. While Councillor Evelyn passed Tuesday to see if it "In this instance, the key Buck said the bylaw THEAURORAN.COM can accommodate plans component is to report addresses the concerns of for a new Montessori back on the appropriate residents on Temperance FREE DRAW School. function of the laneway Street, she added owners The Montessori School and uses adjacent to the of the Yonge Street lots is slated to be built at laneway." should be addressed fur- 15086 and 15088 Yonge The Interim Control ther as well. Street and would require Bylaw was passed for a "Clearly they've got a the use of the laneway six-month time period. permit to start work on near 16 Reuben Street. Issues with the laneway that house and to change The UPS STORE AuroraAurora’s s FREE DRAW GIVEAWAY "The recommendation include ownership, rights it from a residence to a Winner is for Council to provide by of access, and adequacy Montessori School and way of a resolution to staff of the laneway to carry the only access to it is to undertake a review of certain loads "for permit- through a laneway which the land use policies in ted uses", said Neil is shared by residents respect to the properties Garbe, Aurora's Chief who live on Temperance identified, as well as to Administrative Officer. Street," she said. "The study the function of the "We feel that it should laneway is nowhere near laneway which is a public be a municipal driven adequate to accommodate road allowance which runs exercise, not a developer- that kind of traffic, 152 north off Reuben," said driven exercise. To put students and a huge num- Marco Ramunno, Aurora's some clarity on the situa- ber of cars of parents Director of Planning. tion, we are proposing an coming to and from to The interim control interim control bylaw be bring their children and bylaw would "provide the placed in this area for a pick them up. This is cer- municipality some breath- period of time so we can tainly taking into consider- ing space and time to take resolve the issues of the ation the very real con- the land use review to the laneway and then proceed cerns of the people on specific area to determine with the [Montessori Temperance Street, but I don't think we have been fair as a municipality on the owners of the house Coyotes spotted on Yonge Street who now find themselves after hav- ing created all their plans Theauroran.com Marketplace member John Leonard, left, co-owner of The UPS in Aurora district and starting their work Store, presents winner Frank Urbaniak with a certificate for 1000 free Pro Series with no access to the business cards. John along with partner Brian Smith have owned The UPS Store for Aurora has received an an umbrella in close property." the past 9 years. The store has supported small & medium size Aurora businesses influx of recent coyote reach ("the action of A site plan was submit- for the past 17 years. For all your colour & B & W printing needs; flyers, brochures, sightings, most recently opening/closing will deter ted late last year for the reports, sales presentations, pocket folders, NCR forms & business cards. They also last week on Hunter's a coyote"); and avoid purposes of converting have self stampers, labels, letterhead, envelopes, shipping boxes, peanuts & bubble Glen Road, according to walking at dusk and dawn, the residential dwelling, wrap. For warm, helpful services visit John, Brian, Erin & Tarin at the UPS Store, or Jason Ballantyne, the "key coyote activity once owned by Mike at theauroran.com under the ‘Services’ category. Town's Manager of hours". Evans, to a Montessori Corporate If you are approached School, said Mr. Communications. by a coyote, "make your- Ramunno. Correction notice: Last weeks presentation with Kam Sadiq, The Town has received self appear larger and A re-zoning application right, and John Welsh said John is a Physiotherapist, however he a number of reports from shout and/or clap your still needs to be submitted is actually a Massage Therapist in Aurora. You can book an appointment with John at 416-676-7681 or email him at residents and encourages hands together; make and further permits still [email protected]. people to continue to sure the coyote sees you need to be issued. report sightings, he said as a person and not as its The interim control in a statement. next meal; stay calm, hold bylaw does restrict the "Our Animal Control your ground; and never current use of the laneway Go to the MarketPlace for Officer Jaime Flood run." for residents. strongly recommends FREE DRAWS–enter to WIN! people keep an eye on dogs when they are out- side," he said. "Carrying a Top quality ‘Organic” European Facial * whistle or similar noise FREE Esthetic Services by Hilda is giving maker is also a good idea $ * as coyotes are often more DRAW away this FREE DRAW GIVEAWAY! 120 afraid of humans than the products by PEVONIA other way around and are To enter go to: www.theauroran.com, click on this icon Value easily scared off." and select “SALONS AND SPAS” "Coyotes usually pass through residential areas WORM COMPOST * during the spring in FREE search for food, but rarely “Lawns We Do” is offering this choose these areas to $ * DRAW FREE DRAW Giveaway! live," said Mr. Flood. 100 Mr. Ballantyne noted To enter go to: www.theauroran.com, click on this icon Value Aurora's animal control and select “LANDSCAPING” officer is not equipped to capture coyotes and "only Furnace & Duct Cleaning removes sick and injured improve your PRINT OUT THE ONLINE wildlife”. home’s efficiency If a coyote poses an COUPONS "immediate threat or dan- ger to public safety", he and use them at participating businesses encourages residents to theauroran.com, call 911. 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From page 1 "Without the request "I would have thought organization went to all area Mayor Morris for clarification being approved by Council, that whatever was neces- high schools looking for on the issue. LSAC, or EAC, it would be sary to be done in terms of between 25 and 30 students "I believe [April 24] is the difficult to cooperate with protocol of the Town would from each school to plant Mayor's Anti-Litter Day and I that," the mayor said. "If a have been done by the staff trees in allocated parks or believe that is the day request was made and or they would have advised open spaces in Aurora or Neighbourhood Network had granted then that wouldn't us that we were acting Newmarket, preferably close organized for trees to be be a problem. So we can improperly," he said. "But we to their schools. planted by students from take from that if someone did go through the staff and While some plantings will high school and town parks wants to plant trees on Town we thought we were taking take place on non-municipal and were refused that oppor- property and they make a the right approach, which lands in Aurora, tunity," said Councillor Buck. request and it is granted was the same approach we Neighbourhood Network Mayor Morris said she they are permitted to do so." took in Newmarket." anticipates some Aurora vol- didn't "recall anyone asking However, Mr. Taylor said In advance of unteers heading to to come and plant trees on Neighbourhood Network did Neighbourhood Network's Newmarket to help with proj- town property”. go through staff. tree planting program, the ects there. "What I understand is that they selected a date that was the same day as the Mayor's Anti-Litter day and we are looking for volunteers at the Thehe ultultimateimate wwalkeralker nneedseeds the ultultimateimate same time," she continued. "So I think they're actually wwalkingalking shoeshoe.. going ahead on that day any- CelebratingCelebra 40 years way so we're not involved in that. That's a separate thing inin bbusinessusin in Aurora they're doing on different property. That is not some- thing that is involved in the Mayor's Anti-Litter Day." Councillor Buck, however, questioned this. "It is a Neighbourhood Network project and it was THETHE 84684 planned already," Councillor SomeSome sstylestyles available in Buck continued. "It's taking wiwidede aandnd eextrax widhs. place in Newmarket and your response immediately as that you weren't aware that any- one made a request this was happening. Am I to under- stand from that all Experienceperience ohoes ddesignedesigned araroundound eevery anglel off yoyourour Neighbourhood Network footot - 88 points, to be exact. Not jjustust length and widthwidth.. needs to do is make a butt evereverytingyting in between. In other words, TOTAL FIT. request to go forward with these plans?"

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The Aurora Seniors sign, but deep down health ing and challenging to ond and fourth Tuesdays of to discuss it afterwards attention to what others Association (ASA) Spring resides in the mud of our members to open up their every month. with kindred spirits, or pay have to say. Sale takes place this waters and the creatures imaginations to what other I describe her initiative Saturday, April 24th, from that live therein. members enjoy doing. as a home run because of 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Healthy waterways Karie suggests finding the outstanding atten- This week is the time to vibrating with life portray something active or inter- dance and the great bring in donations to the our town in a good light. esting or something that atmosphere that attends Flowers seniors’ centre, and items The Board of Directors always had appeal but her presentations of cele- urgently required include searched for several never quite drew you to try brated music, plus the ani- by Terry books, baked goods and months for a quality candi- it and then take a crack at mated discussions which household items including date to bolster the deplet- it. follow. 14799 Yonge St. Aurora ornaments and all kinds of ed ASA By-Law Jytte Gillies has hit a The opera group is not Telephone: 905-726-1549 functional saleable items Committee, and congratu- home run with her initiative a singing group, it is for email: [email protected] (except clothing) in need of lations are in order for Eric to present opera in the those who enjoy listening www.flowersbyterry.com a new home. Stangl who has accepted seniors’ lounge on the sec- to great music and who like Among the crafts is a his appointment as chair- If we wouldn’t take it home why would we sell it to you? treasure of white elephants man of this demanding or glorious peacocks, position. depending entirely on your For the many who strug- point of view or taste, but gle unnecessarily while as always at Spring Sales, operating computers, the eye of the beholder is please note, the month of enabled by keen insight. May is expected to be the From the treasures last opportunity to take seeking a new home, fine computer lessons until the pickings emerge to fall, when lessons may become the proceeds of start again, depending shrewd shopping. upon demand and teacher Many items discovered availability. in previous sales have Instruction is difficult for been reborn as the prized some seniors while others possessions of astute new find it easier, but if you owners. need computer help, take it A mini-Aurora Farmers’ while it is available. Market will join with the When you know the ASA this year and will offer commands that will bend their variety of excellent the computer to your will, wares in addition to mer- you will be amazed at what chandise from other ven- you can accomplish. dors, added to the ASA A modern computer is a groups of crafts and other store of knowledge and treasures derived from calculating capacity, and a Aurora. senior novice computer The mayor’s volunteer, operator, after only a few litter clean up campaign, lessons, begins to manipu- which is always well sup- late and control this power, ported by seniors from the aided immensely by a little ASA, also starts at 9 a.m. elderly confidence. Saturday, April 24th, which Seniors coordinator is an unfortunate coinci- Karie Papillon was a guest dental clash with the at the recent Computer Seniors’ Spring Sale, but is Club Executive Committee a worthy venture and meeting, and Karie had a deserving of support by all project to present and residents. requested Computer Club Hopefully, volunteers participation. will spend time picking up The project is “Try it litter and have enough Week”, which briefly is an enthusiasm, to visit the attempt to offer friendly Spring Sale also. persuasion to members to Seniors find rivers and try some activity in the streams, ponds and lakes Seniors’ Centre, other than worthy of attention, since if what they usually do. waterways are healthy and Support among the able to support fish and committee members was other aquatic life, that pro- immediate; Karie gave a vides a visible and vibrant bright and articulate pres- indication that the water is entation. reasonably healthy. The project is sched- The appearance of uled for the week of June ducks and geese is a good 21st, and sounds interest- PILATES The 1st step to fitness at any age! 1. Level 1 Beginner Mat/Post Physiotherapy 2. Pilates for Pregnancy – 2nd & 3rd Trimester Sunday morning at Alternative Physiotherapy, 38 Wellington Street East, Aurora. Please call or email for more information.

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