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Aurora’s Independent Community Newspaper Vol. 9 No. 35 905-727-3300 auroran.com FREE Week of June 30, 2009 Briefly St. Kitts, Toot, toot committee

Richmond Hill Live Steamers, of which several Aurora residents are mem- bers, is a non-profit hobby club of volunteers operating scale model steam and resign from diesel locomotives in Whitchurch-Stouffville. They actually have a model railroad set up in the bush, and you can ride it this weekend. parade Members are inviting train lovers of all ages to take a miniature train ride on Sher St. Kitts, and her seven-person their new extended track through the woods. committee, have tendered their resigna- Action happens Saturday and Sunday, July 4 and July 5, between the hours tion from Aurora’s July First Parade, of 10.30 a.m. and 4 p.m. effective next year. The railroad is located at 15922 McCowan Road (that’s the seventh conces- Ms St. Kitts was instrumental in sion for those who remember), at the corner of St. John's Sideroad, but frankly, it’s easier if you go north from the Aurora Road, also known as Wellington Street. bringing the parade back to Aurora last It’s free, but members would appreciate a donation. year after it had been cancelled by the For further information, call 905-277-0969. Town. She led the committee again Out of space this year amid controversy and discussion about where the money was The Aurora Food Pantry, which has been living out of a basement in down- going. town Aurora, has run out of space and is looking for a new home. “I did my job,” she told The Auroran But money is a problem, because the Pantry, which supplies dozens of Friday. “That’s enough.” Aurora area residents with food every Saturday, doesn’t have any. Her first parade, organized in 2008, The full story appears on Page 3 this week. attracted thousands of people to Yonge Street, and this year’s Nordic walking parade was expected to be even better. The committee, set up as a sub- There’s a free Nordic Pole Walking Clinic about to happen in Aurora. committee of the Leisure Services Nordic pole walking burns up to 46 per cent more calories than regular walk- Advisory Committee (LSAC), resigned ing and has less impact on hip, knee and foot joints. The plan is to hold the clinic on Tuesday, July 7, from 9.30 a.m. to 11.30 a.m. last week at an LSAC meeting. and interested participants should meet in the Sheppard's Bush Parking Lot, on She felt it was necessary to resign It may have been Belinda’s Barbecue, but Elijah Stevenson, Industrial Parkway South, at the south end of the park. when she did, because, the grandson of Don Stevenson, a member of the Aurora This event is open to all ages and all fitness levels. she said, if she continued into next year Seniors' Centre, didn’t care much as he dug into this ice For more information or to reserve a spot, contact Shawn Nisbet at 416-804- people would expect her to continue with cream bar during the successful annual event held last week 0938 or [email protected]. parade arrangements. at the Centre. There’s a full story in the seniors’ column and There has been no word about another photo on Page 15. Auroran photo by David Falconer Please see page 8 Klees winds up Corridor study finishes phase two “With the completion of Phase 2, tion, and to make the area the focal received online and through the appearance of the downtown area, we're at a milestone in the process point in Aurora for retail service and mail. create a positive image, and make second of revitalizing Aurora's Yonge- special events. The third phase, which will be the area a focal point for retail and Newmarket-Aurora sitting member Wellington corridor”, said Harold Mr. Madi, representing The completed in September, consists of special events. of the provincial legislature Frank Klees Madi, in his presentation to Council Planning Partnership, the consulting the development of a Draft Report. Apart from the extensive input forced a third ballot in selecting a new last week. company retained by the town to In the final phase, the consultant received so far, the consultants are leader for the Progressive Conservative Dubbed "The Aurora conduct the study, said the second will prepare necessary policies to also considering previously-com- party Saturday afternoon, but it wasn’t Promenade", the study of this area of four phases had been completed. support the implementation of the pleted studies and initiatives. enough to give him the title of party of downtown Aurora will include the The first two phases consisted of Aurora Promenade through a In his presentation, Mr. Madi pro- leader. 3.2 km stretch of Yonge Street from public consultation over the past two Secondary Plan. The entire process vided some of the results of the sec- Klees lost out to front-running Tim about Henderson Dr. to Orchard months in the form of interactive will take about a year, and be com- ond workshop. Hudak, after both had amassed Heights Blvd, and 1.6 kms of workshops which focused on "inven- plete in the Spring of 2010. As part of this exercise, partici- enough votes to oust two other con- Wellington Street from the GO tory and analysis", and the develop- In his presentation, Mr. Madi pants were given photos from vari- tenders Christine Elliott and Randy Station to just west of Yonge. ment of options. According to staff noted that the long term goals are to ous cities showing different urban Hillier from the race. The intent of the study is to iden- records, 89 and 72 people respec- stimulate economic development, design features, such as building A photo of Frank Klees voting in the tify ways to stimulate economic tively attended the two workshops. increase intensification, foster a facades, streetscapes and parks. election may be found on page 8. development, encourage intensifica- In addition, extensive feedback was vibrant street life, improve the Please see page 2

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Probus was sponsored by the Aurora [email protected]. the Board of Education in the Boardroom, Wellington Street West at Rotary Club in 1995 with an initial membership of 25, now 82, for * * * * 8 p.m. Public delegations must be booked in advance by calling Mrs. retired and semi-retired professional and business men and women, Scottish Country Dancing every Friday morning at St. Andrews' Lori Barnes at [email protected] or 905-727-0022, ext. former executives and others. The club is non-sectarian and non- Presbyterian Church beginning at 10.30 a.m. No partners are need- 2263, political. For information call 905-841-3558 or 905-727-9344. ed and beginners are welcome. SUNDAY, JULY 12 * * * * * * * * Merlin’s Hollow, a one-acre garden in East Aurora, is free to visi- The York Regional Police Male Chorus is looking for new mem- Aurora Rotary Club meets every Monday evening at 6.30 p.m. at tors today. It’s located on Centre Crescent, north off Centre Street, bers. You do not have to be a police officer nor are you required to Gabriel's on Yonge Street. New members are welcome. For further west of Industrial Parkway North. read music to volunteer. The group rehearses Monday evenings information call 905-841-1352. JULY 13-17 between 7.30 and 9.30 p.m. For further information, contact the cho- * * * * Hillary House Summer Programs for Kids takes place at Hillary rus supervisor at 905-727-9676 or the coordinator of volunteer serv- Independent Order of Odd Fellows Lodge 148 meets the first and House National Historic Site, on Yonge Street. For $15 a day or $70 ices for YRP at 905-830-0303, extension 6717. third Tuesday of each month at 8 p.m. at 15216 Yonge Street, south for the week, children, ages 6-10, can learn and play during half day * * * * of Wellington. For more information call 905-830-9205. programs. Daily themes include: Teddy Bear Picnic, Butterfly The Adult Bereavement Support Group offers a chance to learn * * * * Garden, Tea Party, Movie Day, Olympics, and Superhero Day. Pre- how to cope with the loss of a loved one. Fred Bullen has given the Masonic Rising Sun Lodge meets the first Thursday of each registration is required. Call Call 905-727-8991 to register and for use of the Aurora Lions Club and Brent Forrester of Thompson month at the Rising Sun Temple, 57 Mosley Street, Aurora at 7.30 more information. Funeral Home will provide administrative cost so that this service is p.m. TUESDAY, JULY 14 given free to the community. Contact mariesgriefjour- * * * * Aurora Rotary Club golf tournament at Westview Golf Club. [email protected] to reserve a seat or get further information. Robertson Masonic Lodge meets the third Saturday each month Shotgun at 10 a.m. $150 per golfer includes lunch, dinner at the * * * * at 57 Mosley Street at 10.30 a.m. Coffee Club at 9 a.m. and lunch at Graystone Tavern, electric golf cart and prizes. Call Ron at 905-727- Aurora’s Air Cadets meet every Tuesday night at Cardinal Carter noon. Call 905-727-3032 or 905-727-1080 for more information. 3300 for details. School from 6.30 p.m. to 9.30 p.m., and offer a program for 12 years * * * * WEDNESDAY, JULY 22 and older boys and girls. Gamblers Anonymous meets every Tuesday night at Trinity Aurora Garden and Horticultural Society monthly meeting begins * * * * Anglican Church, Victoria Street, at 7.30 p.m. at 8 p.m. at the Aurora Canadian Legion,105 Industrial Pkwy N. Topic Aurora Opera Company's Children's Chorus is a new treble voice * * * * is "A Thousand and One Garden Ideas" with guest speaker Frank choir dedicated to educating, nurturing and providing opportunities Progressive Euchre every Thursday night at the Aurora Legion at Kershaw followed by flower show. Guests are welcome. Admission is for children to express their musical abilities. The chorus is open to 7.30 p.m. Call 905-727-9932. $2 at the door. boys and girls in Grades 1 through 12 and consists of two choirs: * * * * SATURDAY, AUGUST 15 Angel Choristers, a training choir for six and seven-year-olds and the Canadian Federation of University Women holds monthly meet- Doors Open Aurora, 2009, takes place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Children Chorus, open to eight to 17-year-olds. To audition, contact ings at the Aurora Legion with a variety of speakers. Contact AUGUST 17-21 general director Sarah Kyle at [email protected]. Beverley at 905-727-2151. Hillary House Summer Programs for Kids takes place at Hillary * * * * * * * * House National Historic Site, on Yonge Street. For $15 a day or $70 CHAT'S Community Home Assistance to Seniors is looking for The Aurora Seniors Evergreen Choir practice in the West- for the week, children, ages 6-10, can learn and play during half day volunteers to assist with the activities in its Adult Day Program. The McKenzie Hall of the Seniors’ Centre, every Wednesday from 2.30 to programs. Daily themes include: Teddy Bear Picnic, Butterfly positions call for a commitment of a few hours a week at its Aurora 4.30 p.m. under the direction of Enid Maize. Garden, Tea Party, Movie Day, Olympics, and Superhero Day. Pre- location. Various times are available. Call Christine at 905-713-3494. SATURDAY, JULY 4 registration is required. Call Call 905-727-8991 to register and for * * * * Merlin’s Hollow, a one-acre garden in East Aurora, is free to visi- more information. Every Tuesday from 9.30 to 11 a.m. it's Story and Playtime at tors today. It’s located on Centre Crescent, north off Centre Street, Aurora Cornerstone Church, 390 Industrial Parkway South for tots west of Industrial Parkway North. (age 0-4 years) and their caregivers for coffee or tea. Call 905-841- SUNDAY, JULY 5 8883 for further details. The Aurora Garden and Horticultural Society annual Aurora * * * * Garden Tour covers seven gardens including a chat with the owners Flowers Every Wednesday from 6.30 to 8 p.m. the Pioneer Club for boys and creators of the landscape designs. Tour is from noon to 5 p.m., and girls, age three to Grade 4 and the Junior High Club for boys and rain or shine. Tickets are $10 and are available in Aurora at Caruso by Terry girls, Grades 5 to 8, will be held at the Aurora Cornerstone Church, & Co., 15210 Yonge Street, Flowers by Terry, 14799 Yonge Street, 390 Industrial Parkway South. For more information call 905-841- and R&R Revisited, 95 Edward Street. 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Corridor study awaits phase 3 If we wouldn’t take it home why would we sell it to you?

From page 1 through traffic on Yonge Street future changes are coordinat- the options shown and ideas They were then asked to to use Industrial Parkway, and ed and can occur incremen- presented at the meeting choose their favourites. The introducing pedestrian priority tally as development takes were based on feedback from photos from Aurora consis- signals at crosswalks. place in the Yonge-Wellington the workshops and research tently received amongst the Some of the urban design area in the years to come. to date, and did not necessar- fewest number of votes. features that are expected to Of course, one question ily represent the best options Research so far indicates attract people downtown asked by councillors included or final recommended • Aurora’s First Choice For Driver Training the Yonge-Wellington stretch include new pedestrian light- the cost. The consultant will approach. has seven distinct character ing, enhanced street cross- include recommendations on That's what will be decided 905-713-3733 areas. ings, burying hydro lines, this in the final report, but one over the next few months as There is nothing wrong adding more trees, and example was provided. the consultants work on • MTO Licenced & Approved Course Provider with that, said Mr. Madi. The widening sidewalks, perhaps If, for example, a property developing the Draft Plan. ON-GOING MONTHLY CLASSES key will be to provide appro- by setting future buildings on Yonge Street was zoned for This plan will be presented www.ontarionewdrivers.ca priate transition between back farther from the street. a four-storey building, the to residents at a Public them. Setbacks will likely be nec- town could allow the develop- Information Session in the fall. The workshops also identi- essary in future, anyway, as er to put up six stories, in Although there are no fied four potential redevelop- the Region is working to exchange for funding to be more workshops planned, ment focus areas: the ceno- develop dedicated bus lanes used for a park, or streetscap- additional comments can still taph, GO Station, library on Yonge Street. If these go ing, or a cultural development, be provided. Further informa- 2 Great square, and the northwest through Aurora, as planned, such as an Arts Centre. tion on this project may be corner of Yonge and widening of the street will like- Mr. Madi emphasized that found on the town's website. Brands Wellington. ly be necessary. Other existing elements of At the same time, it was 1 the downtown area that will felt important not to set build- ON SALE NOW! assist in bringing people back ings too far back from the Convenient to this area include the street. Locations such as this, Location Library, Church Street with parking in front - the for- TRAILER Cultural Centre, Farmer's mer Price Chopper complex, Market, the Aurora for example - should be rede- Community Centre, and veloped over time to bring the HITCHES... although it's a bit outside the stores closer to the street, OFF with COUPON study area, the Factory with the parking in behind. 10% Theatre. Future shops along Yonge It was suggested that the Street should better integrate 15492 Yonge Street former library and seniors' retail and residential uses, buildings would be good sites such as having ground floor (next to Howard Johnson) for the establishment of a new storefronts, with apartments focal point, such as an Arts or condominiums above or Sun - Wed 11 - 9 Centre. behind them. We Sell Them! Another goal of the study Connecting this entire is to identify ways to reduce study area through a more Tues. & Thurs. 11 - 10 traffic and make the area comprehensive series of open We Install Them! more pedestrian friendly. and green spaces was also Fri. - Sat. 11 - 11 This could be accom- considered critical. plished through eliminating This is an ambitious proj- some driveway accesses onto ect, and one that will take YORK SPRING & RADIATOR Call for delivery: Yonge Street by diverting traf- many years to implement. 60 Industrial 905-727-2881 / 416-244-4444 fic behind the buildings, Mr. Madi said it is critical to 905727-3121 encouraging truck and first get a plan in place, so that Pkwy. North, Aurora 15492 Yonge St. Aurora THE AURORAN, Week of June 30, 2009 - 3 Aurora Food Pantry needs more space

It’s a sad reflection on life noise in the basement pre- building - is paid from donat- found in order to meet that in Aurora, but the Aurora clude being opening on ed funds. objective in manner that is Food Pantry needs more weekdays. A new location must be dignified and safe for clients room. On any given Saturday, on or near a bus route and and volunteers. The pantry, located in the clients fill the waiting area have street level access and Food Pantry participants basement of a building in and the narrow stairs to the accessible parking, directors must come from an area that downtown Aurora, has out- basement while volunteers think. includes all of Aurora but it grown its current space, bring food in and help Easy access for elderly extends into parts of caused mostly by a sharp clients carry their food out and disabled clients is Richmond Hill, King and increase in activity over the around the waiting partici- important and a loading Whitchurch Stouffville. last 24 months. pants. dock or secondary entrance Clients must be able to As a result, the Pantry’s It’s a far cry from super- would be a great asset, prove where they live. Senator is guest Board of Directors has start- market shopping. directors believe. Inquiries can be made by ed a search for a new loca- Food donated during The objective of the calling Aurora Food Panty at tion to meet current and food drives is stored in Aurora Food Pantry is to pro- 905-841-1577 and leaving a future needs and is looking space donated by Aurora’s vide short term food assis- message. at seniors’ group to the municipal and First Baptist Church on tance for local residents. All calls will be returned, business communities for Wellington Street. A new location must be directors promised. Senator Marjory society.” assistance. That requires volunteers LeBreton was guest of hon- Senator LeBreton went At question is exactly to transport many cases our at the inaugural meeting on to summarize a number how much space they each week to the main loca- of the Senior Advisory of initiatives brought in by DAMIR VRANCIC require. tion. Group Tuesday at the Aurora the government which Currently, the Pantry Obviously, it would be an LAW OFFICE Seniors’ Centre. included appointing a operates from two locations, asset to have a location that Service groups, elected Minister Responsible for BUSINESS LAW, and officials are hoping both could handle both functions. representatives and mem- Seniors and establishing a REAL ESTATE, sites can be incorporated The goal, drectors said, bers of the Aurora Seniors’ National Seniors’ Council. WILLS & ESTATES into one spot. is to find affordable space Centre were among the invi- Several issues affecting Currently located in the as money available to pay tees. seniors were discussed basement of the old post rent is limited. 905-841-6411 She was introduced by including elder abuse. office in downtown Aurora, The generously low rent Providing valued and trusted legal advice since 1983 Newmarket-Aurora MP Lois The Senator noted that the Pantry is open only on currently charged by build- Brown. the work of the National Saturdays as parking ing owners - the Dol family “At our very first caucus Seniors Council identified restrictions and machinery owns the old post office meeting, Lois was already elder abuse as an important approaching me about com- and often hidden issue. ing to Newmarket-Aurora,” Financial security for sen- said the senator. “As you iors was also a topic of dis- know, in a few years, the first cussion. wave of baby boomers will “We have taken a range turn 65, This demographic of steps and introduced a shift promises to have a pro- number of measures to ben- found impact on our society efit seniors financially from and economy. 65 is the new different walks of life,” she 50. said. “Canada’s Economic “Canadians are living Action Plan reinforced our longer than ever before, commitment to seniors’ thanks in part to better med- financial concerns. Our plan ical care, good nutrition, includes tax relief measures, activity and exercise our funding for affordable hous- seniors are enjoying more ing, and the Targeted years of health as they age,” Initiative for Older Workers.” she said. Senator LeBreton also Most of the news for older explained that the govern- Canadians is very good. But ment has increased its sup- there are still challenges. port to caregivers in recogni- Some seniors can be more tion of their important contri- isolated than they used to bution. be. Some have fewer con- She highlighted the New nections to friends, family Horizons for Seniors pro- and the community, and can gram which allocates $35 New president of the Aurora Chamber of sometimes feel powerless million each year for grass- Commerce is Geoffrey Dawe. He was sworn in and vulnerable. roots projects. Thursday night as the chamber held the first event "It is important that sen- The senator was later in the newly refurbished Church Street School, iors know they are not taken for a tour of the Aurora Offering congratulations is outgoing president alone,” she said. “I am very Seniors’ Centre work shop Kathy Van Nostrand. Other members of the execu- proud that our government which had recently been tive include first Vice-President, Robin Taylor- recognizes how valuable upgraded as a result of a Smith; Second Vice-President, Bob Ince; Treasurer, seniors are to families, com- successful application to the Thomas Beck; and Secretary, Barbara Dawson. munities and our country. We New Horizons program. know that they contribute “We want Canada to be a Directors include Paul Smith, Robert Gray, Peter tremendous knowledge and country where people can Dickens, Susie Strom, Stephen Beaumont, Vanda experience as well as a enjoy their later years of life Koukounakis, and Laurie McDonald. range of valuable skills to without worry,” she said. Auroran photo by David Falconer 14889 Yonge St., Aurora

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By RON WALLACE Columnist blows prediction twice

Columnist Stephen Somerville was wrong twice in his col- umn, written last Friday and reprinted on Page 5 this week. To get the trivia out of the way, he predicted hockey whiz- kid John Taveras would be drafted by the Toronto Maple Leafs. Wrong - Taveras was drafted by the New York Islanders on Friday. No big surprise there...the Leafs won’t spend too much money rebuilding a hockey team because the seats at the Air Canada Centre are already sold. I have always maintained Toronto is not a hockey town - it’s a Leaf town. The prediction that was most upsetting was that Frank Klees would win the Progressive Conservative leadership race. Aurora’s Klees, who was seeking, one more time, the leadership of the PC party, came second. These 13 women were part of the 1949-50 graduating class of Aurora High School, better known these Ultimately, had he won that post, he could have become days as the controversial Wells Street Public School. They gathered at the home of Ruth Sleeth Fletcher Premier of Ontario. in East Gwillimbury recently. Those attending are, left to right, Jo Maaten Buscombe, Beth Brodie Case, It was tough finding out Saturday exactly what was going on as the four-person race for the leadership started. Ruth Sleeth Fletcher, Yvonne Billing Bovair, Mary Lacey Ward, Norva Feren Whitehead, Joan Bradbury Somerville predicted Klees would win all the marbles after Davis, Lois Underhill Cook, Vivian Rose Stone, Shirley Holman Stunden, Barb McCachen Keith, Fern the third ballot, and on that, he was partly right. Voting did go Preston Walton, and Mary Wassink Rogers. Those who attended said the most fun was trying to to the third ballot, but when the smoke had cleared, Frank recognize each person as she arrived. was second to Mike Harris clone, Tim Hudak. Word was the race was Hudak’s to lose, even though sev- Letters to the Editor eral media had predicted Klees would win. I talked to Frank Friday night after I learned he was going to hold a “tailgate party” Saturday morning to help unify the Conservatives. Of course, Frank knows I seldom leave Aurora for any- Arrogance ridiculous: Evelyn thing, and since the party was slated for a parking lot some- where in Markham, I declined his offer to attend. To the editor, away for future reference. exercise knowledge and Little is left to fear after He was still pretty jubilant about his chances to win the People who haven't experience and keep on surviving life's vicissi- whole thing as we spoke. Growing old happens lived as long may not have growing. tudes. “To celebrate an outstanding PC Leadership Race Frank one day at a time. learned how much there is A sense of the ridulous What is there of value Klees, M.P.P. (Newmarket-Aurora) is throwing a ‘tailgate’ Every day feels the to learn from living. is an asset. to be lost? breakfast bash and inviting all PC Party members to join him same as the day before. Its relevance may even Humility comes from Great age can't fail to in celebrating Party unity,” said the press release I received. Growing is the opera- be cavalierly dismissed. facing mortality. establish reputation. Not paying a whole lot of attention to the leadership race, tive word. That's a reflection of inex- False modesty is Character, good, bad or I thought that meant Frank had lost the race and this was his Every observation, perience or failure to unseemly in great age. indifferent has been way of saying “thanks for the memories...” experience, good or bad, grow. Ignorance is pathetic. moulded. But he told me vote counting would happen later that day. every mistake made, is a An advantage of living Arrogance is ridiculous. It can't be lost, mislaid I wished him well and went about my business. lesson learned and filed long is the opportunity to Fear is unknown. or misappropriated. It's of When I read Somerville’s column (he is a tad biased, you no use to anyone else. know, even though he does admit it) I thought about not run- Except as a lesson in ning it all. Bus will take supporters someone else's growing. “Why bother?” I thought, “The results will be known by the time The Auroran hits the streets.” Evelyn Buck Earlier in the campaign, I called Frank an “also-ran” when to Simcoe Site concert Aurora I wrote a story about him entering the race again.

He wasn’t too impressed with that. To the editor, Next, to keep garbage and But he did finish out of the money (well out of the money) liner from floating, they will the first time around and other media gave him little hope for Re: Site 41, Simcoe pump thousands of litres of “Aurora’s Independent achieving all the marbles. County. water from the Alliston Aquifer So, having him get to the third ballot and finishing just out every day, possibly forever. Community Newspaper” of the money, was a feather in his, and his campaign work- Simcoe County Council This is a call to all people in ers, hat. made the decision to locate a Aurora, Richmond Hill and sur- Published weekly by The Auroran Publications Inc. So, where is all this going? dump on one of the best rounding areas, especially my at 95 Edward Street, I don’t know Tim Hudak, never met him. aquifers in the world, notably the colleagues at Retired Teachers Aurora, L4G 1W1 But I guess I’m going to have to now, given the fact he Alliston Aquifer. District 34. could become the province’s next premier. As they excavate, water is If you are interested in pre- I knew Mike Harris (hell, we attended the same high filling the space. serving our clean water Publisher Emeritus school in North Bay many years ago. He was a year behind The plan is to line this space sources, notably the Alliston Rosemary Schumaker me) and I knew Ernie Eves. with a plastic liner to keep the Aquifer, you are invited to a Both knew my feelings about amalgamation. Keep Aurora garbage out of the aquifer. concert entitled “No Water To Editorial Production as a single unit, I said. Never mind joining the Region of York Waste”. Ron Wallace Cynthia Proctor into one city. He thanks Our program offers enter- [email protected] [email protected] Harris amalgamated the boroughs of Toronto, and I think, tainment, music, and our fea- Photography Main Number while it may not have been his only mistake, it didn’t help his tured speaker is Maude David Falconer vendors for 905-727-3300 political career much. Barlow, renowned chairperson [email protected] Ernie Eves, who took over after Harris resigned, promised Classifieds contributions of the Council of Canadians Advertising me amalgamation would not happen up here. 905-727-7128 and recent appointee as con- Bob Ince [email protected] I think Frank agrees with that...but I also didn’t just fall off To the editor, sultant to the United Nations. [email protected] a vegetable truck. Amalgamation of some sort will be neces- The date is Saturday, July 4, Diane Buchanan Facsimile Machine 905-727-2620 sary in Aurora, because we’re simply out of land. Recently, I was fortunate and a bus will be available in at [email protected] And, I don’t think people care about it too much. to win the "Customer the Aurora GO train station Editorial Department If you went to the Silvercity theatre on Yonge Street north Appreciation" basket in a parking lot at 11.30 a.m. [email protected] of Aurora, where do you think you’d be? draw at the Aurora Farmers' The concert, to be held at Editorial policy Newmarket? Wrong. You’re in East Gwillimbury. Market. Site 41, begins at 1 p.m. Newmarket doesn’t have a theatre, like it doesn’t have a The basket was filled with At no cost to the participant, Opinions expressed by columnists, contributors and letter writers are not necessar- Costco. But who cares? As long as there’s one close, no one ily those of The Auroran. Letters must include name and phone number, although contributions from each of the bus will return you to Aurora number will not be published, and be cares whose town it’s in. Do they? the vendors at the Market. when the concert ends. limited to 600 words. Names may be withheld assuming a compelling reason to do I live on a dead-end street and I hope, with everything I I would like to thank all the For more information, and so. Letters may be edited or refused. All contents protected by copyright. can hope for, that it stays that way. It won’t. vendors for their products to secure a seat on the bus, call Advertising policy It may not happen in my lifetime, but that street will even- and, also for maintaining a Elsie at 905-727-6982, any tually see the “no exit” sign disappear. Publisher is not liable for slight changes or typographical errors that do not lessen great Saturday market place. afternoon or evening. the value of an advertisement. Disputes must be brought to the attention of the pub- If Klees was the next provincial premier, I could tell him lisher prior to the following edition. that. Now, I’ll have to think of something else to talk about David Savage Elsie Adair when we meet at Baldwin’s. Aurora Aurora THE AURORAN, Week of June 30, 2009 - 5 Machell’s Corners by Scott Johnston

Front Porch Perspective PC Leadership prediction By Stephen Somerville

By the time you read this column, the provincial There is, without a doubt, a betting theorem now being This means the winner must show strength around the Progressive Conservative leadership election will have developed by a PhD mathematics student somewhere in the province. already taken place. bowels of academia called the Somerville co-efficient. If there is no winner after the first ballot, the candidate with But that won’t stop me today (Friday, June 26th), however, It is very straightforward: "Bet in opposition to the actions of the fewest votes on the ballot gets removed and his or her sup- from a favourite past time - making electoral predictions. Stephen Somerville and, 99.6 percent of the time, you will be porters get allotted amongst the remaining candidates in each Before I provide you with this, a little history is in order successful". The dissertation should be a best seller! respective riding. regarding my predictive powers. For those of you who have not been following the PC This is the reason that handicapping this race is so tough I thought that Frank Klees and the Progressive Leadership race, it was called after John Tory lost a bi-election as I believe a large number of voters will only cast a ballot for Conservatives would win the 2007 provincial election contest earlier this year and stepped down as party leader. one person, meaning their vote disappears if their candidate in Newmarket-Aurora by between 2,500 and 3,000 votes, not There are four declared candidates for the PC Leadership: drops off. the 1,347 votes that it turned out to be. Tim Hudak, an MPP from Niagara Falls; Christine Elliott, MPP This process continues until we have a winner. In December, 2006, I also boldly predicted Bob Rae would from Whitby; Randy Hillier, an MPP from eastern Ontario, and The new Leader will be (was) announced at a party con- easily win the federal Liberal Leadership on the fourth ballot - last, but certainly not least, Frank Klees, the MPP for vention in Markham Saturday. another one of my classic "clangers". Newmarket-Aurora. Tim Hudak has been the perceived front-runner all along, But this still pales in comparison to my 1993 forecast when I state my bias here - I was, on a volunteer basis, the Policy and it should be his election to lose, but I believe that Mr. Klees I confidently predicted that Kim Campbell would win 100 Chair for the Frank Klees Leadership Campaign. will win - by a razor thin margin. Here is the scenario: seats! Membership officially closed May 13th. This means that First Ballot: Hudak, 32 per cent, Klees,: 30 per cent, Elliott: I also predicted that then incumbent Mayor Tim Jones only currently paid up PC members had the opportunity to par- 28 per cent, Hillier, 10 per cent would retain the mayor's chain by about 350 votes over Phyllis ticipate in the Leadership vote, which was held over two days Hillier drops off the ballot and 80 per cent of his supporters Morris and Nigel Kean in November, 2006! this past week. go to Hudak and 20 per cent go to Klees. My only consolation is that I did correctly pick six of the Published reports show provincial party membership Second Ballot: Hudak: 40 per cent; Klees, 32 per cent; eight Aurora councillors in that same municipal election. around the 43,000 level. Elliott, 28 per cent. Based on my record in predicting elections, I won't be The electoral system employed this time was a preferential Elliott drops off and 65 per cent of her supporters go to headed for Las Vegas, or Casino Rama any time soon. ballot, meaning that individuals only voted once by ranking the Klees and 35 per cent go to Hudak. Outside politics, the only time I can recall rendering a cor- candidates; you could rank each of the four candidates or just Third Ballot: Klees: 50.2 per cent; Hudak: 49.8 per cent. rect prediction was with respect to the Men's NCAA basketball vote for one of them. While I am at it, the Leafs will trade up and get John tournament pool. Each of the 107 electoral districts in the province are appor- Taveras in the NHL entry-level draft Saturday! As a fan of the Indiana Hoosiers, I have chosen them to win tioned 100 points, and each candidate receives points com- every year in the office pool for the past 20-some years. And mensurate with their voting percentage in that particular riding. Stephen can be contacted at: they did win it…in 1987. The winner requires 50 per cent plus one of the total points. [email protected]

Inside Aurora Sometime in the near future By Scott Johnston

The half dozen passengers eagerly settled in their seats, as the "What parts are left from the butcher's days?" asked a voice from ed to 95 per cent." driver adjusted his microphone and announced: "Good morning, and the back of the van. "So, 95 per cent of the original home had to be preserved?" welcome to the 2011 edition of Aurora Historical Tours." "Well…none." "Well, no. They could modify up to 95%." Starting the engine, and pulling out into the street, he continued: "Doesn't this town have any structures that are unchanged since "That's ridiculous. How can you class an area as historic if there's "Aurora has a wonderful history, and has been settled since the late they've been built? Entire buildings - not just bits and pieces?" nothing old in it?" 1700s. Today, we will be looking at some of our oldest neighbour- "Good timing, sir. Some of those are coming up. As we turn down "What do you mean 'nothing old'? What about the driveway of the hoods. Coming up on our right is one of our earliest homes, dating this next street, most of the houses here date from the late 1970s. house we saw earlier from the 1890s?" from the 1830s." Notice the historic architecture characteristic of this period." "That's just dirt!" Two people sitting behind the driver exchanged puzzled glances "One of the reasons we have so many historical homes in "But it's old dirt." as the van slowed in front of a modern looking structure. Aurora," the driver continued proudly, "is due to the creation of our The driver was puzzled, as his last statement was met with mut- "Actually, only part of the back room dates from that period, and Heritage District. This was established to preserve the remaining tering from the passengers. you can't see that from the street. The remaining 4,000 square feet homes that were left in the older central area of town." The tour continued, but despite his most enthusiastic efforts, he was added last year." "Then why are these 'historical' homes so recent? Are we not in could tell his passengers just didn't appreciate the historical sights. Necks were craned, and cameras flashed. the Heritage District, yet?" As he drove back to drop them off, he decided he'd better skip the "And on our left is another beautiful home. Although the original "We've been in it all along," explained the driver. "You see, there highlight of the tour; Wells Street Public School. building was torn down and replaced with this duplex, the driveway was a lot of argument about the designation of a heritage area. Some Or at least, the vacant lot where the school used to be before it itself dates from at least the 1890s. I believe the Aurora Museum has felt it would be too expensive and restrictive for the homeowners to was condemned by the Board and torn down last year. a hinge that was saved from one of the bedroom doors. maintain and live in older homes in a modern world. Provisions were These people probably wouldn't appreciate it, either. "This next house is particularly interesting. It was originally owned therefore put in the bylaw to allow for minor alterations." by the town's butcher. In all, 10 different families have lived here since "How minor?" asked the same voice at the back. Feel free to e-mail Scott at: the late 1800s, each fixing up a small bit of the house." "For houses within the Heritage District, modifications are restrict- [email protected] 6 - THE AURORAN, Week of June 30, 2009 Letters to the Editor When it's gone, it's gone forever To the editor, I'm not a fan of American seen by volunteers from ic. Personally speaking, I in 1843 in Littleton, New church. My formative years were politics, the country's mili- July to September. regret that the first school Hampshire, as well as many Yes, it was once saved, spent in Aurora and the tary industrial complex that The North Bennet Street on the site wasn't preserved other landmark inns. but it eventually went as the town still has a place in my feeds on war, or their lack of School established in 1885 and that at least one of the Historic homes through- new and larger Anglican heart. universal health care; but I in Boston, Massachusetts, old one-room school hous- out New England have been Church was built. I also still have family do admire how Americans continues to operate, as it es, that once existed on lovingly restored by private Consider the north cor- members there. preserve their historic build- did when founded, as a Yonge Street in Aurora, owners, taken over by local ner of Wellington Street I attended Wells Street ings. school teaching craftsman- weren't saved. institutions, or the state and West and Yonge Street with School when it was a high Old school houses are ship. That's asking too much, I given perpetual care. Doan Hall there. school and moved to the treasured. Lyme Academy in Old guess. Every city, town and vil- The old house, built by a new high school on Dunning In Woodstock, Lyme, Connecticut, built in How savvy those New lage seems to have at least New England family that Avenue with my Grade 10 Connecticut, the children go 1817, is now The Lyme Englanders are. one historic home that came north, had a New class. to school in Woodstock Academy of Fine Arts. They retain and refurbish accepts visitors. England appearance and I remember well when Academy, a large, hand- There are too many exam- their historic homes and Aurora too has preserved was architecturally unusual the Wells Street School some, three-storey school ples to mention here, but inns. many of its fine old homes, having double brick walls opened as an elementary built in 1801. the point is that these her- You can stay in the thanks to people who real- and other interesting fea- school. In Chaplin, Connecticut, itage school houses are Sturbridge, Connecticut ized their importance. tures. I've spent about one third a small village established preserved as they should be Publick House built in the Aurora has also kept its Imagine the Queen's of my life living in Ontario, in 1822, the people pre- and they have many uses. early late 1700's, stay or just historic churches and some Hotel on the north corner of one third in New England served their 1700 one-room Yet, in Aurora the Wells dine at the Bee and Whistle landmark buildings. Yonge and Wellington Street and the other third in school house. Street School may disap- Inn in Old Lyme built in 1756 Unfortunately, however, East. Quebec. It's now a museum over- pear and this would be trag- and enjoy Thayers Inn built some are gone. Yes, in its last years it Just imagine Aurora with needed help, but had the old the old town hall on the hotel been in a New northeast corner of Mosley England town it would have Ambassador program Street; Castle Doan on the remained with its veranda north corner of Yonge and painted white and hanging Catherine Street; the won- flowering pots would tempt derful Fleury Mansion on summer guests. Aurora would be good for Aurora the south corner of Maple entrepreneurs might even Street and the old Trinity have invented a ghost or To the editor, endorsed by council, the excellent program here in empowered to report con- Anglican Church Hall on its two. police and fire departments. Aurora? cerning activities or decen- site, next to the second Oh, please don't take The Parks Ambassador In 2007 members of I have been involved in cies they find during their Anglican church, which still down Wells Street School, Program is an excellent pro- Aurora PACT (Police and two meetings where it has normal course of their daily stands. another heritage building. gram that Aurora should Community Together) been presented to various activity. (Alas, the first Anglican Our old Ontario buildings adopt. attended one of Vaughan's staff and members of coun- For example you are Church on the same site might be younger than the It builds community spir- meetings and all expressed cil with little interest in its walking your dog and see a was taken down.) New England landmark it, community pride and an excitement of bringing implementation in our town. number of street lights out; The old hall bore the buildings, but they're all sense of ownership and this program here. This confuses me. you call a specified number secret symbols of the we've got and once they're empowers all residents who The Town of Richmond For so many reasons it on your list to alert them to Masons because it was gone; they're gone forever. decide to participate. Hill have had a pilot pro- should be adopted here in the problem; or if you see once a Masonic Lodge and It has been in place in gram in place since 2008. It Aurora. It is inexpensive to some new graffiti you have had been moved from Elizabeth Hearn Milner York Region since 2005 in has successfully grown over run and successful in com- another number to call to another site next to the Bracebridge the City of Vaughan. the years. munities around the world report. In Vaughan it was pro- My question to the and locally in York Region. As you are walking your moted by the Safe City mayor, council and staff is The program: People child to school you see odd Committee and fully how soon can we start this who want to be involved are behaviour in the bush-lot beside the park, there is another number to call. At no time do you involve Reader adds to Dick’s yourself other than to report your observations to the Water Softening, Purification, people who can assist with the problem. Filtration & Sterilization Units Bouquets & Brickbats What a great way for peo- ple to formally help keep our Tel: (905) 727-6401 8 Industrial Pkwy.S. To the editor, Also, Bouquets to those done.) community well, happy and who collect food for the Bouquets to those who safe. www.nyhp.on.ca Aurora, Ontario I am sure there are oth- Food Pantry instead of pres- work so hard to organize the In Vaughan, police and ers like me who miss Dick ents at their birthday parties Canada Day Parade. other community providers, FAMILY LAW LAWYER Illingworth's Bouquets & and other events. Special And last, Bouquets and come in for a few meetings Brickbats. So I would like to mention to Alice Sandiford thanks to Lois Brown for pro- over the spring and summer Patrick M. Gaffney send a few out. who has done this four viding Canada flags for to offer information and Practicing all aspects of Family Law to resolve parenting, support, and property First, Bouquets and con- years in a row! Your gen- every house in Aurora …and crime prevention advice to issues arising from separating families. gratulations to David erosity makes a difference. Brickbats to those who did participating community A practitioner of Collaborative Family Tomlinson on being named Thank you! not take the time to put the members. Law – a client controlled, lawyer assisted, I urge the residents of our out-of-court process focussing on achieving Aurora's Citizen of the Year. Bouquets to the stu- flag in their window. mutually acceptable solutions. David not only beautifies dents who complete there We have a town to be town and council to take another look at this really • 1/2 hour free consultation Aurora but he also volun- mandatory volunteer hours proud of! • accepts Legal Aid great program. teers at the Aurora Food willingly and make their best #201 - 16610 Bayview Avenue, Newmarket Pantry during the winter. He effort when doing them. 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THE AURORAN, Week of June 30, 2009 - 7 Letters to the Editor This vet sent back a cheque, reader says To the editor, all to replace, especially for name I won't mention) some Upon entering, we were icine and special food. to us, Dr. Hanson had con- a devoted animal lover- my four years ago. greeted by friendly staff And a nice dent in our tinued to communicate with Having recently moved to compassionate vet of more So when our two little members and met (for a sec- credit card! the vaccine company Aurora, I found myself hav- than two decades, Dr. Dan (well, one is really not so lit- ond time) a pleasant veteri- (I must tell you that Dr. regarding Munchie's case. ing to leave behind many Scorgie. tle!) purring fur balls needed narian who thoroughly Hanson had generously The letter read, "as a important people in my life: My now husband, having their annual vaccines, we examined our friendly felines offered to give us breaks in gesture of good spirit they a trustworthy mechanic, a lived in Aurora for several asked our neighbours for and proceeded to administer Munchie's medical treat- consented to contribute to gentle dental hygienist, a years before I moved in, had referrals. the concoctions. ment bills to help offset the the cost of Munchie's treat- fabulous hair stylist, a famil- experienced an awful ordeal In we trotted to the After our hefty, black, cost of the necessary ongo- ment". iar mall, a loving doctor- and at a posh vet clinic located Aurora Animal Clinic on panther-like, (but totally ing exams, and we were WOW!!! perhaps the most difficult of on Yonge Street (whose Edward Street. wimpy) male kitty "Romeo" very grateful.) We have had pets all of embarrassingly peed all over But, being a newlywed our lives, and this was himself, and the examining couple with a new mort- unheard of. Actually receiv- Times are tough getting table, my husband and I gage, my considerably large ing a cheque from a veteri- gathered up our other kitty, a student loan, and having nary clinic…WOW! petite, charming, quick-wit- just purchased all the "firsts" My jaw literally dropped! ted female tabby "Munchie", that go along with a new (Anyone who has treated a golfers, reader discovers and apologetically left. home and married life very ill pet knows how costly All the way home my To the editor, asked. the best restaurant in together, we were not pre- it can get.) hubby was grinning ear-to- pared for this added To conclude my story, my Having run a few tourna- Aurora, Graystones. ear because his "little girl" The Rotary Club of ments in the past I thought Golf includes 18 holes expense. husband and I are ecstatic won the hearts of everyone Although Munchie's ill- to have finally found a per- Aurora does so many great that this would be easy. with a cart, lunch and a great at the clinic and made her things for people in need in Then I started approach- day at Westview, Aurora's ness was not caused by the manent, local vet who we daddy proud, while my big vaccine, Dr. Hanson pro- undoubtedly trust with the Aurora and around the world ing people to golf and get oldest and best golf course, boy made quite the stinky and they do these things by donations for the tourna- for only $150. ceeded to contact the com- care of our beloved felines. mess! pany that made the vaccine The service that we, and, raising money at such func- ment and I quickly found out The Rotary Club of Fast-forward a few days tions as the upcoming that times are tough and that Aurora raises money for to to inquire if they had known of course, our little Munchie, later… of any similar cases. who is sitting on top of my Rotary Club of Aurora golf to get prizes and golfers is combat hunger, improve Little Munchie stopped tournament. tougher than I thought. health and sanitation, pro- No such cases had ever desk beside me as I write, eating and became very ill. been reported. grinning, received from Dr. Ron Wallace, the presi- We still need five or six vide education and job train- Worried for the worst (anoth- dent of the Aurora Rotary foursomes and prizes. ing plus many other wonder- Several weeks later, my Hanson and the veterinary er near-death experience for husband and I were thrilled team at the Aurora Animal Club, approached me a cou- Please call Ron Wallace ful things. our little princess) we rushed ple of months ago to help at 905-727-3300 or myself at Please do what you can to see 'Lil Miss Munch back Clinic, was rare and indeed her back to the vet clinic. to her usual delightful ways, outstanding! him organize the tourna- 416-888-0173. to help this wonderful asso- After numerous exams, ment. I will pick up prizes at ciation in Aurora. and had forgotten about the Thank you to you all!!! blood work and intravenous, worries, and cost, of having And if you are a local res- That is like the blind lead- your request. Thank you. we were told that she had ing the blind. The golf tournament is had such a sick little kitty. ident, you have my word that kidney failure (a common Then one day, I arrived you can go to this clinic in That being said I accept- July 14th at Westview Golf Nigel Kean condition for cats). ed with pride that I was Club and dinner to follow at Aurora home from work to find a confidence, knowing that Dr. Bill Hanson and his handwritten letter from Dr. your four-legged family team of veterinary profes- Hanson stuck to our fridge. member will be dearly cared sionals carefully and lovingly As I curiously read the for. 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If you fit into one of these 289 Wellington Street East categories and have not been contacted by us, Please call Aurora - 905-727-4751 905-853-4645Please call 1-866-873-9913 8 - THE AURORAN, Week of June 30, 2009 Hot Spot suffers from closing of bingo hall Wendy Gaertner, currently a Youth Club became a reality Community Centre. So Councillor Gaertner is councillor with the Town of December 13th, 1991. Hot Spot’s first participants asking for help. Aurora, has a problem. It opened with the help of the are now more than 30 years Hot Spot has approached She has, for the past 17 Optimists Club, the Opti-Mrs. old. the Town, the Optimists Club years, been the driving force Club and the Town of Aurora. Hot Spot’s contribution to and the Rotary Club for help. behind the operation of Hot Local businesses and volun- the community was acknowl- Officials have also put out Spot in Aurora, but with the teer parents gave their support. edged with its receipt of a 'Best the word to alumni. closing of Aurora’s bingo hall, It soon became clear that Not For Profit Community “Some local businesses, HS money has dried up. only Friday evenings worked for Group' award from the Town of Financial Services in particular, She’s on the verge of closing the children and the parents. Aurora. have come forward with help; an institution that is now older It also became clear that the However, awards aren’t but times are not good,” she than the people who attend. cost of insurance, rent, equip- enough to keep the organiza- said. “And as a not for profit, “How do you enable pre and ment and security could not be tion functioning. financial contributions are not young teens, Grades 6, 7 and covered by an average $3 In May of 2008 the bingo tax deductible.” 8, to socialize other than hang- entrance fee. hall closed and several commu- If you have any ideas or can ing out at the mall or in the In 1992 permission was nity groups, Hot Spot included, be of help Ms Gaertner can be Happier Times: Member of the Provincial Parliament park?” she wondered. “How granted to run a bingo which suffered as a result of it. reached at: gaert- for Newmarket-Aurora, Frank Klees, casts his ballot can this be accomplished so enabled the project to cover “Do you give up after 17 [email protected]. for leadership of the Progressive Conservative party that they feel independent yet some of these costs. years?” Wendy wondered. “Do Currently, it costs about last week. One of four people running for the top make it acceptable to their par- “It has been a lot of work; but you charge the participants $400 a week to run Hot Spot, post, Klees came second to Tim Hudak, after the third ents? Can such a place be relatively smooth sailing for 17 enough to cover costs eliminat- including rent at Aurora’s round of voting. It was close, however, as Hudak financially viable and still be years,” Wendy said. “And the ing many who benefit from the Community Centre, where the affordable so that all kids can be children love it.” experience?” group meets every Friday night. scooped 55 per cent of the vote while Klees had 45 able to come?” Over the years, thousands per cent. Only 900 votes separated them. 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Residential intensification In May, 2003, regional coun- Beef Broccoli Winner The way in which the town was defined as the creation of cil adopted the Regional existing downtowns and along Lemon Chicken 2007, 2008 & 2009 was planned and developed new residential units of accom- Centres and Corridors Study transit lines, people will be 4 Egg Rolls was constantly evolving due to modation in existing buildings, and distributed it to local munic- required to travel shorter dis- customer demand, market including accessory dwellings, ipalities as well as public and tances and spend less time TAKE OUT OR DELIVERY Fully Licensed under L.L.B.O. forces, various trends and the rooming, boarding and lodging private agencies. commuting and help to reduce 15229 Yonge St., Aurora Just south of Wellington. Ontario Municipal Board. houses and infill. The region designated four the impact on the environment. Parking in behind. 905-727-3101 All this will change as a In October, 1992, Aurora regional centres and Aurora result of provincial initiatives Council held a public meeting was designated as a regional that provide some strong clues on intensification with a poor corridor due to Yonge Street. as to how communities will turnout of citizens. The proposed regional corri- develop in the future and what The majority of those in dors were seen as areas to add future neighbourhoods may attendance opposed the pro- new housing units, employment look like. posed intensification policy on and services in a mixed use for- A provincial plan - Places to the basis of a potential impact mat that was supported by pub- Grow - provides a vision of what on single family residential lic transit featuring a pedestrian might be expected in the future neighbourhoods, parking prob- friendly design. as the Greater Golden lems and inadequate servicing Aurora Council raised con- Horseshoe area continues to infrastructure.. cerns by pointing out that cer- be the fastest growing area in With the possible exception tain sections of Yonge Street North America as an additional of the 2C lands and some infill- should have limited intensifica- 3.7 million people will call the ing, Aurora is almost complete- tion consideration because of area home by 2031. ly built-out and accommodating the historical importance and Introduced three years ago, the extra people bringing the environmental issues north and one of the key components of town's population to a projected south of the historic core. the Growth Plan relates to 70,000 people and still maintain There will likely be a greater intensification and it requires a quality of life will require very mix of housing types with retail identifying local municipal inten- careful planning and public and employment areas mixed in sification targets to reach the understanding. with the housing so that resi- overall York Region target of 40 It means that the densities dents will drive less and walk or cycle or take public transit more often. The growth plan also focus- Committee resigns es on reinvesting and revitaliz- ing downtown areas across the From page 1 “What the Town needs to do Greater Golden Horseshoe at whether the parade will be held in is direct staff members to do higher densities to ensure that 2010. what the people want,” she said, they are both vibrant and con- Prior to this year’s parade, Ms noting it was difficult to get staff venient. St. Kitts said she couldn’t “wait for members to help the committee. In order to achieve the it to be over”. The parade was part of cele- required region-wide intensifica- But she admitted, “it has been brations held every July First tion target of 40 per cent, in a lot of fun”. since 1969, when Aurora April, 2007, the region set inten- At the end of last year’s became known as “Canada’s sification targets for each parade, Mayor Phyllis Morris said Birthday Town”. municipality during the period Ms St. Kitts would become an “honourary citizen of Aurora” even though she lived west of town, in King Township. Ms St. Kitts was responsible for holding several events to help bring the parade into focus, and, Specializing in... she spent her own money to do • Asphalt Paving • Interlocking so. “People perceive that I held • Concrete • Driveways • Parking Lots these events for my husband,” • Walkways & Curbs she said. “But last Sunday, he • Excavation • Grading had seven gigs.” George St. Kitts leads a band COMMERCIAL RESIDENTIAL INDUSTRIAL that has been featured in many of Call Charlie at 416-410-5026 his wife’s endeavours. THE AURORAN, Week of June 30, 2009 - 9 The way we were in 1966 Aurora was a busy King and Whitchurch hire a School were approved. Catherine Avenue resi- Street East. They claimed sport was also on the bal- place during 1966 with full-time economic devel- The Aurora Public School dents formed the it didn't have the same lot. plans of development, traf- opment officer. Board decided to build a Catherine Spruce warmth and meeting place In his inaugural fic and noise problems, a The Ontario govern- senior public school to Ratepayers Association to atmosphere of the old post address, Mayor Clarence Code of Ethics for mem- ment refused to pay a sub- accommodate all Grade 7 protest the conversion of office. Davis looked forward to bers of council, the promo- sidy for an extension to and 8 students. It had an old home into 10 bach- By an 8-1 vote council 1967 and the role Aurora tion of Greater Aurora Industrial Parkway North. been hoped to include elor units. It was the third decided to extend the vot- would play in the Canada Days and traffic conges- The town went ahead with Grade 9 but the Aurora ratepayers group in town. ing franchise to non-owner Centennial Celebrations. tion on Yonge Street. construction in hopes the and District High School The others were Golf Glen residents by putting the He also looked forward to A shopping plaza was cost would be recovered Board wasn't interested. Homeowners and question on the December the opening of the announced in 1966 when when lots were sold. Some Aurora presented a cer- Regency Acres. ballot. Council also agreed Community Centre, which Consolidated Building are still empty. emonial sword to the Council named Toronto to ask the citizens if they opened in February 1967. Corporation, developers of Council asked that the Commanding Officer of "A" lawyer, Norman Mathews, wanted Sunday sports and With Ontario Water Regency Acres, made proceedings of council be Squadron located in as its appointee to a three- movies. Resources Commission application to build a com- recorded in shorthand and Aurora and granted the man board to decide the During November, elec- approval to extend the mercial/residential com- transcribed. It also Queen's York Rangers the salary and other issues tion fever was running wild sewage system, based on plex at Orchard Heights changed the meeting date Freedom of the Town to between the town and its in Aurora as 10 candidates the contact stabilization Boulevard and Yonge so councillors could attend commemorate 100 years police force. were in the running for six process, he said controlled Street, and wanted a yes the Ontario Good Roads of friendly relations. The Ontario Water council seats including growth would occur to pro- or no answer. convention. It also rejected In 1866 the Village of Resources Commission, Peter Bailey, Robert vide needed assessment The project was to a proposed municipal Aurora presented a cere- now the Ministry of the Buchanan, Evelyn Buck, to help meet the cost of include 300 homes and Code of Ethics as not monial bugle to the York Environment, warned Cliff Corbett, Walter Davis, providing new services, 1,000 apartments in addi- required. Volunteers, predecessors Aurora that its growth Dick Illingworth, Pete maintenance of current tion to a large shopping Starline Manufacturing to the Rangers. The bugle would be halted until Miller, Norm Perkins, Bill facilities and increased centre. It never happened. began production of holi- is on display at the sewage problems are Trent and Charles county commitments. The St. Andrews link day trailers in Aurora. A Ranger's Museum in solved. Wilkinson. He also looked forward homes and St. Andrews promotion named "Greater Toronto. The Aurora Highlands There were 12 candi- to the coming Ontario Shopping Centre now Aurora Days" was Governor General Golf Club won its appeal dates for the six seats on Municipal Board hearing occupy the site. launched with 100 mer- Georges Vanier visited against the town over busi- the Aurora Public School on Aurora's application to At the south end of chants and staff from 27 Aurora to take the salute at ness taxes. The Court of Board including Jean annex land in Whitchurch town in the parking lot of stores participating. the Annual Cadet Appeal ruled the club was Baker-Pearce, Murray Township, south and east the Aurora Shopping Traffic on Yonge Street Inspection at St. Andrew's not liable for municipal Binions, Dick Buchanan, of the town, to provide Centre, a tractor trailer was increasing and the College. During the history business taxes, as it was a Bill Coleman, George industrial lands. loaded with 14 tons of Department of Transport of the school to that time private club in spite of the Dawson, Beryl Downing, The question of a ward dangerous liquid chlorine was asked to carry out a each Governor General town's argument that the Rudolph Jansen, Yolande system for Aurora was a started to leak and the traffic light study at the had inspected the Cadet banquet hall and other Marshall, Len Ostick, hot issue with strong opin- driver could not be locat- intersections of Cousins Corps during their term of facilities were rented out to Albert Smalley, Bev ions on both sides. ed. Drive, Kennedy Street and office, other than club members Stewart and Bert Turnbull. A wild shot from some- Residents of Aurora Aurora Heights Drive and The Aurora Board of in competition with other Ron Simmons and where came close to Heights complained to reported that none quali- Trade announced plans to local businesses. Clarence Davis were in the Stephen Smith’s heart as council about potential fied. erect signs at the Aurora citizens strongly race for mayor and Jim he walked in Regency traffic and noise problems The Aurora Lions spon- entrances to the munici- opposed the move of the Murray and Stu Patrick in a Acres. The bullet grazed if the community centre sored a public speaking pality extolling the industri- post office from Yonge battle for reeve and Jack his left arm. was built on Aurora contest for high school al potential of the town. Street to the new federal Williamson got a free ride That was Aurora in Heights Drive. Schneider students and 18-year-old Council recommended building on Wellington for deputy reeve. Sunday 1966. and Stevens were hired to Mike Raymond went on to new traffic lights for Yonge design the new community win the provincial and Wellington Streets and centre. impromptu speaking title. a pedestrian crosswalk at Aurora Fire Chief Harry Del Babcock was re- Yonge and Kennedy Jones recommended the appointed to the Aurora Streets. The crosswalk hiring of eight full-time fire- Library Board. This was a was later approved. fighters. At that time, other position he held for more Despite strong protests than the chief, all firefight- than 40 years, many as from parents in Regency ers were volunteers. The chairman. Acres the Aurora Public Ontario Fire Marshal rec- Aurora's Clayton Pogue School Board stood firm ommended major equip- caught an 8-foot, 9-inch its decision to reopen the ment and manpower addi- sailfish in Mexico. Church Street School for tions to the department. Sketch plans for an Grades 3 and 4. Parents Council also considered addition to the Dr. G. W. called the old building a a suggestion that Aurora, Williams Secondary "fire trap".

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Fresh from their recent successful trip to Buffalo, are, back row, left to right, second row, left to right, Nicole Marino, Megan Howe, Haven Moulds, Megan Renald Foisy (coach), Joanne Scott (coach), Janna Gosar (coach), Taylor Bailey, Lily Biasi, Annabelle Alberton, Jennifer Scott, Erin Forster, Sarah Kim, Piotrowski, Sabrina Brochu, Courtney McGrath, Jasmine Biasi, Julia Steiner, Tyler Robinson, Brendan Kewley, Dryden Koski, Carson Klein, Alison Haily Riggs, Carley Steiner, Caroline Kewley, Sara Reynolds, Katelyn Van Greenwood (coach); and front row, left to right, Madison Lenchak, Brittany Winckle, Sam Duncan, Marilena Perri, Savannah Hendy. Next row, left to right, Erickson, Paige Dafoe, Kassidy Yaeck, Celine Yau, Kailynd Yaeck, Madisyn Briar Koski, Alicia Alberton, Julie Briscoe, Alana Wise, Ally Sutton, Hailey Lamoure, Anastasia Severinets, Kylie Robinson, Elise Popa, Holly Biasi, McGrath, Alana Fabbricino, Shauna O'Connor, Elyse Glen, Sierra Chovanec, Eliana Neophytou, E. Brochu, Maya Lappin, Remmington Friel and Victoria Raquel Burgess, Katie Sutton, Andy Klein (coach), Blair Koski-Klein (coach); Wilce. Aurora Skating Club ends its season

The Aurora Skating Club Competition they returned SKILLS Jr. Bronze Skills: Sarah Fiesta: Hannah Lang Carley Steiner. finished its 2008-09 season home to a successful test Kim. Willow: Haven Moulds. Kilian: Raquel Burgess, with a bang. day at Aurora Leisure Preliminary Skills: Jr. Silver Skills: Kaitlin Keats Foxtrot: Nicole Nicole Calvert, Kaitlin Van After winning the Cheney Complex recently. Anastasia Severinets, Van Winckle. Marino, Emma Smith. Winckle. Cup in Buffalo, New York, at The following skaters Remmington Friel, Hannah Gold Skills: Jennine Harris Tango: Taylor Viennese: Jihyun Cha, the Spring Skate passed skating tests. Lang. Brunton, Kate Sutton. Piotrowski. Katie Sutton. American: Jasmine Biasi. Quickstep: Alana FREESKATE Paso: Hailey McGrath. Fabbricino. Pool clubs learn Blues: Marilena Perri, Argentine: Elyse Glen. Preliminary Freeskate - Part 1: Sarah Kim. Jr. Bronze Freeskate - Three does go into two Part 2: Mackenzie Maunder. It's official; three swim clubs ests to get this resolved, and not ous meetings had been used, Jr. Silver Freeskate - Part can fit into two pools - at least for to keep going through these dis- either. 1: Carley Steiner. now. agreements. Staff agreed to provide the Jr. Silver Freeskate - Part 2: Hailey Riggs, Tayler Sim. Last week, Aurora Council If in a couple of months, staff schedule to the members. BROKERAGE was given a memo from Director members felt the clubs were not Following all the additional Sr. Silver Freeskate - Part MARTIN READ of Leisure Services, Al Downey, getting closer to an agreement, questions and discussion, 2: Sierra Chovanec. The Right Choice noting that with the assistance of they would step in to assist. Councillor Evelina MacEachern 905-841-1030 DANCE Sales Representative Swim Ontario, The Selkies, The Committee members noted that she was surprised HONESTY and INTEGRITY Direct: 416-460-0453 Ducks and Master Ducks had were also anxious to actually this was getting so much atten- GOOD OLD FASHIONED HARD WORK www.martinread.ca reached an agreement regard- see the new schedule, which as tion, when instead "we should Canasta: Madeline ing the allocation of pool time for in normal practice, had not been be celebrating". Feder. the 2009/10 season. attached to the memo. In the end, Council agreed to Baby Blues: Lauren Town staff had reviewed the Staff members advised that direct staff to issue the pool per- Cluney. SUMMER SALE revised schedule and had no the impacted hours included mits in accordance with the new Swing: Anastasia objections. only those previously allocated schedule. Severinets. UP TO This good news announce- to the three clubs, and that no It is expected that the finaliz- ment had been over a year in the other pool users were impacted. ing of the Pool Allocation Policy making, but rather than enjoy the None of the available non- will be revisited later his Discount 60% OFF moment, councillors started prime hours discussed in previ- summer. debating the issue again. RATES Staff members confirmed the without discount agreement was developed based on the direction agreed TookTToook DDriverrriivveer TrTTrainingrraaiinniinng SERVICE. upon by General Committee June 2, and covered the upcom- anda dds stillsttiilll ccan’tan’’ttdt drddrive?rriivvee? It’s no accident more ing season. people trust State Farm to insure their cars. Now that this issue was Call today. resolved, the clubs would be WeWe cancannh help!ellpp! working to come to an agree- ment on any amendments to the town's proposed Pool Allocation ForForm moreorei informationnformation aaboutbouto oururi individualndividual Policy. drivingdriving llessonsessons ((standardstandardo orra automatic)utomatic) In order to have time to do this, on June 2, they had asked aandndo oururr roadoadt testest ppackagesackages the committee to hold off on ccallall9 905-726-413205-726-4132o orre email:mail: Allan Cruickshank CFP FLMI, Agent making a decision on the policy [email protected]@youngdrivers.co 300 Wellington St E Lampshades, Repairs & we can arrange for installation for three months, which was Aurora, ON L4G 1J5 Bus: 905-727-2749 approved. NNextext YoungYYooung DriversDrivers coursecou (in-class/in-car) www.allancruickshank.com 100’s of styles to choose from Committee members were inin AAuroraurora sstartst January 31st concerned that now that the JULY 14 - 4 DAYS HOURS hours for 09/10 season had (two( weekends). Mon - Fri - 10 - 6 been settled, the clubs would 15570 Yonge Street have no incentive to work on the Aurora, On Sat - 10 - 9 Allocation Policy. (905) 727-7347 State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company All major credit cards accepted Staffers noted that this wasn't Canadian Head Office: Aurora, Ontario so, as it's in the clubs' best inter- PO50068CN 02/05 Aurora’s #1 Lighting Store THE AURORAN, Week of June 30, 2009 - 11

Aurora Youth SOCCER RESULTS

a HOUSE LEAGUE RESULTS McGregor 1, R. Meehan 1) vs Navy/USA - Orange40113 Orange0111 U8B Mon - June 15 - Navy/USA - Century 21 Summers & Smith 0; Sky/Argentina - Bank Royal40113 Royal0200 Martin Read 6 (M. McConnell 3, C. Read 1, C. of Montreal 3 (I. Pennington 2, L. Breedon 1) Forest 3209 Sky0200 Harrison 2, N. Smith 1) vs Red/Canada - vs Gold/Brazil - Wellington Aurora Dental 6 Navy3209 U14/15G M/W - No scores reported at this Soccer Nation 1 (Q. Bruckner 1); Gold/Brazil (J. Winter 4, S. Rame 2); Forest/Italy - Gold 2306 time - Primerica 3 (A.Laboni 3) vs Forest/Italy - Guaranteed Roofing 2 (C. Kenwell 1, E. Ronis Purple2306 U14/15G M/WSTANDINGS Joia Ristorante 7 (R. Clarke 6, M. Bruce 1); 1) vs Red/Canada - Soccer Nation 1 (C. Card Sky1403 TEAM W L T Pts U8G Tues - May 25 - Gold/Brazil - Primerica 0 1); Red0500 Red3009 vs Royal/Greece - Great Clips 0; Navy/USA U9B M/W - U11B T/Th - June 11 -Forest/Italy - Hunter Silver3009 Century 21 Martin Read 1 (N. Forrester 1) vs U10G T/Th - June 2 - Italy/Forest - HomeLife Lavigne Communications Inc 2 (M. Colucci 1, Purple2106 Forest/Italy - State Farm Insurance Allan North Realty Inc 4 (E. Butler 1, J. Psapia 1, N. J. Kleine 1) vs Red/Canada - Soccer Nation Sky2106 Cruickshank 1; Sky/Argentina - Ploder's Trozzo 1, J. Lewis 1) vs Gold/Brazil - Upper 0; Sky/Argentina - Core Micro Technology 2 Navy1114 Collision Centre 4 (K. Henson 1, V. Filion 1, C. Canada Dental 2 (E. Haw 1, P. Solano 1); (D. McConnel 1, M. Heese 1) vs Navy/USA 1 Royal1114 Zunker 1, S. Casey 1) vs Red/Canada - Red/Canada 5 (M. Coutts 2, L. Brock 2, A. (S. White 1); Gold 1203 Soccer Nation 0; Mosu 1) vs Sky/Argentina- Michelberger U11B T/Th STANDINGS Orange0211 June9-Gold/Brazil- Primerica 0 vs Orthodontics 1 (B. Barberio 1); Royal/Greece TEAM W L T Pts Fuschia0211 Navy/USA - Century 21 Martin Read 5; 2 (K. Quinn 1, R. Holt 1) vs Navy2106 Forest 0300 Royal/Greece - Great Clips 3 (M. Cumiskey 1, Orange/Netherlands 7 (J. Aben 1, M. Andraws Gold 2106 U16/18G Tues - No scores reported at this Woodward 1) vs Red/Canada - Soccer Nation 1, J. Hardy 1, M. Cantelope 2, J. Stel 2); Sky2106 time 4 (Worthman, Haws); Sky/Argentina - Fuschia/Spain - Michelberger Orthodontics Red1203 U16/18G TUES STANDINGS Ploder's Collision Centre 3 (S. Casey 2, E. 3 (H. Powers 1, J. Spicer 1, J. Ashton 1) vs Forest 1203 TEAM W L T Pts VanderPloeg 1) vs Forest/Italy - State Farm Navy/USA 3 (S. Mai 1, J. Moody 2); Royal1203 Royal30110 Allan Cruickshank 1 (E. Wright 1); June 9 - Gold/Brazil - Upper Canada Dental 4 U12G T/Th - June 4 - Gold/Brazil - Hartwell Navy2117 U8/9 Girls T/Th - June 4 - Gold/Brazil - R & J (E. haw 3, P. Solano 1) vs Royal/Greece 0; Thayer Financial Services Group 1 (N. Fuschia2117 Concepts Inc 6 (B. MacFarlane 2, K. Red/Canada 2 (A. Mosu 1, L. Brock 1) vs Bagshaw 1) vs Forest/Italy 0; Red/Canada 2 Sky2206 MacFarlane 1, L. Howell 2, H. Kenkel 1) vs Fuschia/Spain- Michelberger Orthodontics 2 (R. Bell 1, F. Ing 1) vs Navy/USA - JDS Gold 1214 Sky/Argentina - Kile Contracting Inc 1 (J. (A. DiPietro 1, M. Cabelis 1); Financial Group 2 (T. Bosch 2); Sky/ Red1214 Lunn 1); Forest/Italy 4 (K. Locke 1, N. Graham Orange/Netherlands 2 (J. Stel 1, J. Hardy 1) Argentina - Royal LePage Cathy Stuart 6 (M. Orange1214 1, E. Point 2) vs Red/Canada - Kwik Kopy vs Forest/Italy - HomeLife North Realty 5 (N. Baile 2, S. Brochu 2, T. Landry 1, K. Wood 1) vs Forest 0222 Printing 4 (B. Fraser 1, M. O'Connor 1, L. Trozzo 2, J. Pisapia 1, J. Pawlaczek 1, C. Royal/Greece - Century 21 Martin Read 0; U16/19B Wed - June 10 -Division sponsored Morrison 2); Robinson 1); Navy/USA 1 vs Sky/Argentina - June 11 - Sky/Argentina - Royal LePage by Upper Canada Mall - Red/Canada 5 (C. June 11 - Navy/USA - World Mosaic Stone & Michelberger Orthodontics 6 (A. Kristakakos Cathy Stuart 1 (S. Brochu 1) vs Red/Canada Hadley 2, G. Iaboni 1, V. Rea 2) vs Tile 5 (S. Mogayera 2, T. Vierling 2, A. Camick 3, M. Hughes 2, G. DaSilva 1, E. Laurignano 1); 1 (K. Gram 1); Forest/Italy 3 (N. Zaroski 1, S. Sky/Argentina 4 (M. lerner 1, J. Russell 3); 1, K. Bulgaretti 1, G. Bennett 1) vs Gold/Brazil June 16 - Sky/Argentina - Michelberger Fusco 1, E. Thompson 1) vs Navy/USA - JDS NMKT/Royal 3 (B. Dunn 1, T. Standard 1, S. - R & J Concepts Inc 0; Red/Canada - Kwik Orthodontics 1 (A. Kristakakos 1) vs Financial Group 0; Gold/Brazil - Hartwell Villeneuve 1) vs Gold/Brazil 3 (A. Marsillo 2, Kopy Printing 3 (B. Fraser 1, L. peck 1, I. Fuschia/Spain- Michelberger Orthodontics 3 Thayer Financial Services Group 2 (N. D. Scott 1); Royal/Greece 2 (D. Kovacs 1, K. Pavlich 1) vs Royal/Greece - Bank of (S. Morelli 1, H. Powers 1, L. Harrison 1); Bagshaw 1, M. Patterson 1) vs Royal/Greece Town 1) vs NMKT/Scarlet 1 (C. T. 1); Montreal 1 (L. MacPherson 1); Sky/Argentina Red/Canada 2 (S. Casey 1, L. Brock 1) vs - Century 21 Martin Read 0; NMKT/Silver 5 (M. Belley 2, A. Giacuna 1, A. - Kile Contracting Inc 5 (J. Lunn 2, I. West 1, Forest/Italy - HomeLife North Realty Inc 1 U12G T/Th STANDINGS Lupis 1, R. Sellan 1) vs Navy/USA 2 (M. N. Modreanu 2) vs Forest/Italy 2 (N. Graham (G. Lewis 1); Orange/Netherlands 0 vs TEAM W L T Pts Khammissa 1, A. Munn 1); 1, A. Rahal 1); Gold/Brazil - Upper Canada Dental 1 (E. Gold 2006 June 17 - Division sponsored by Upper June 18 - Sky/Argentina - Kile Contracting Haw1 ); Navy/USA 4 (K. Dajia 1, M. Petit 1, C. Sky1014 Canada Mall - Navy/USA 2 (L. Lamanna 1, G. Inc 3 (S. Evans 2, E. Bellerby 1) vs Rutherford 2) vs Royal/Greece 3 (A. DiMaio 1, Forest 1103 Marshall 1) vs Red/Canada 1 (A. Oliveira 1); Red/Canada - Kwik Kopy Printing 2 (V. Lima V. Garritano 1, M. Graham 1); Red0022 Gold/Brazil 0 vs NMKT/Silver 5 (Belley 4, 1, L. Morrison 1); Gold/Brazil - R & J U10G T/Th STANDINGS Navy0111 Jackom 3, Sellan 3); NMKY/Scarlet 7 (G. D. 5, Concepts Inc 3 (K. MacFarlane 1, L. Howell 1, TEAM W L T Pts Royal0200 G. Rossi 1, C. Tomlinson 1) vs NMKT/Royal 4 A. Robidoux 1) vs Royal/Greece - Bank of Red40113 U12B M/W - June 15 - Forest/Italy - Country (T. Antel 1, A. Manouk 1, S. Moore 1, T. Standard Montreal 1 (E. Barber 1); Forest/Italy 4 (K. Sky3209 Style 7 (L. Camick 1, E. Railton 2, J. Sherwood 1); Sky/Argentina 5 (D. Eveleigh 1, J. Russell Locke 1, N. Graham 1, E. Point 1, C. Glynn 1) vs Gold 3209 1, J. Maxwell 1, N. DaCosta 1) vs Gold/Brazil 3, J. White 1) vs Royal/Greece 2 (S. Fraser 1, Navy/USA - World Mosaic Stone & Tile 0; Navy2128 - AMG Metals 2 (R. Ouwroulas 1, M. Caicco 1); C. Lawrie 1); U8/9B M/W - May 25 - Forest/Italy - Port Royal Orange2306 Navy/USA 3 (J. Mohabeer 1, J. Power 1, J. U16/19B WED STANDINGS Mills 7 (K. Fisher 2, J. Gonsalves 1, W. Wetham Forest 2306 Parkes 1) vs Royal/Greece 2 (A. Hung 1, I. TEAM W L T Pts 2, J. Turiff 1, E. Adams 1) vs Gold/Brazil - Fuschia1136 Sapozhnikov 1); NMKT/ Bank of Montreal 4 (L. Klein 2, M. MacDougall Royal1500 U12B M/W STANDINGS Silver3009 2); Navy/USA -Longos 4 (E. Pringle 1, B. U10B T/Th - June 17- Division sponsored by TEAM W L T Pts NMKT/ Shennan 1, P. Charleson 1, N. Hubbard 1) vs Shoeless Joes Aurora - Silver/France 2 (B. Forest 40113 Scarlet 2106 Orange/Netherlands 2 (A. Mueller 2); Scott 1, M. Niro 1) vs Gold/Brazil 7 (R. Lidster Navy2128 Royal2106 Red/Canada - Belairdirect Car Insurance 3 2, T. Macklin 1, C. Devogel 3, D. Persaud 1); Sky2217 Navy2106 vs Royal/Greece - Belairdirect Car Insurance Sky/Argentina 2 (M. Schwarze 1, E. Turner 1) Royal2306 Sky1203 5; Silver/France 3 (R. Farewell 1, B. Keeler 1) vs Royal/Greece 3 (D. Tonelli 1, J. Gonzalez 1, Gold 2306 Red1203 vs Sky/Argentina - Dr. Weaver's Drillers 4 M. LeBlanc 1); Navy/USA 5 (K. Thompson 1, Red1403 NMKT/ (W. Sherman 2, C. Sands 2); G. Logan 4) vs Red/Canada 2 (A. Zori 1, J. U13G M/W - No scores reported at this time Royal0211 June 1 - Gold/Brazil - Bank of Montreal 1 vs Salomons 1); Forest/Italy 3 (J. D'aust 1, E. U13G M/W STANDINGS Gold 0211 Orange/Netherlands 6; Navy/USA - Longos Pears 2) vs Orange/Netherlands 0; TEAM W L T Pts U19/25G Sun - June 14 - Red/Canada - Pizza 3 vs Forest/Italy - Port Royal Mills 1; U10B M/W STANDINGS Red31110 Pizza 0; Sky/Argentina - Sundance Signs & Silver/France 3 vs Red/Canada - TEAM W L T Pts Navy3209 Billboards 3 (A. Courtemache 2, M. Smith 1); Belairdirect Car Insurance 3; Sky/Argentina Gold 2106 Gold 1036 Royal/Greece - Dr. Orschel's Drillers 2 (F. - Dr. Weaver's Drillers 2 vs Royal/Greece - Navy2106 Forest 1225 Massie 1, A. Cubbitt 1) vs Forest/Italy - Belairdirect Car Insurance 3; Forest 2106 Sky1225 Aurora Celtic Supporters 2 (A. Durant 1, N. June 8 - Forest/Italy - Port Royal Mills 2 (E. Royal2006 Royal0222 Trask 1); Adams 2) vs Orange/Netherlands 1 (A. Orange1114 U13B M/W June 3 - Royal/Greece 4 (L. U19/25G SUN STANDINGS Mueller 1); Gold/Brazil Bank of Montreal 3 Silver1114 Pozzebon 2, L. Coll 1, A. Remidios 1) vs TEAM W L T Pts (M. MacDougall 2, E. 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Vasiliou 1) vs Pizza Pizza 3 (T. Rotilio 1, C. Forrest 1); 2001 Boys Team 2 : Come back Kings! 1) vs Silver/France 2; Gold/Brazil - Joia Ristorante 2 (B. Howell 2); Royal/Greece 6 (L. Coll 3, L. Pozzebon 2, M. U9G Thurs - June 4-Forest/Italy - Guaranteed Red/Canada - Michelberger Orthodontics 4 Caceres 1, shutout: A. King) vs Navy/USA 0; Congratulations to the 2001 Boys Team 2 for their grit- Roofing 1 (E. Ronis 1) vs Royal/Greece - (Z. Webster 3, S. Bellerby 1) vs Purple/Czech June 17- Sky/Argentina - Pizza Pizza 4 (C. ty determination and teamwork making it to the final of Great Clips 3 (R. Meehan 1, T. Stipout 1, A. Republic - Canadian Vascular Labs 5 (S. Richard 1, C. Graham 2, G. Robinson 1) vs the Lake Simcoe Tournament. Going a goal behind in Koller 1); Red/Canada - Soccer Nation 3 (C. Gupta 1, S. Steeles 2, V. Petinarelis 2); Navy/USA 3 (C. Malbeuf 1, A. DeRoos 2); every group game, wet and cold, the boys rallied time Card 2, B. 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The GAME OF THE WEEK runs through- (L. Shaw 2, E. Hargrave 1) vs Red/Canada - Navy/USA - Reflections Pools 3 (M. Olmsted Silver2006 out the summer. Soccer Nation 4 (M. Kuchar 2, B. Ford 1, K. 2, M. Shehata 1); Navy1014 Complete listings and the GAME OF THE WEEK Weller 1); U11G T/Th STANDINGS Red1014 results can be found on the club's website: June 18 - Royal/Greece - Great Clips 2 (A. TEAM W L T Pts Gold 0111 www.aysc.ca. 12 - THE AURORAN, Week of June 30, 2009 Water quality good in Aurora Aurora's track record on cessfully completed, the drinking water quality is town must submit both its excellent, according to infor- application for a Municipal mation provided to the Drinking Water License, and town’s General Committee its Operational Plan to MOE recently. by August 1. Aurora's water supply is It is expected council will provided by the Region of approve the plan later this York, but the water distribu- month, allowing the town to tion system, over 180 kilo- send it to the ministry well metres' worth, is owned and ahead of this deadline. operated by the Town of After that, the town will Aurora. continue to work on such The town's water comes things as conservation, pre- from three sources: six ventative maintenance, cor- ground water production rosion protection, and train- wells, the City of Toronto ing. feed through Richmond Hill, While Aurora's water and the Region of Peel feed quality is excellent, water up Bathurst Street. quantity is in shorter supply The percentage of water during warmer weather, so Members of the Priestly Demolition under eight soccer players control the ball Saturday during a game from each source varies sea- residents can continue to to celebrate the 45th anniversary of the Aurora Youth Soccer Club. Several activities took place at sonally, but in general, about expect the usual water Sheppard’s Bush to mark the occasion. Auroran photo by David Falconer 65 per cent of Aurora's sup- restrictions this summer. ply comes from groundwater. According to staff mem- bers, the town has never received a non-compliance Horticultural tour features 7 gardens order from the Ministry of the Environment (MOE), and The Annual Garden Tour of ent at all of the gardens, gardening and its positive water loss in the system is the Aurora Garden & Officials are expecting at effects on the environment. Whether it’s for a the lowest in York Region. Horticultural Society is ready least 200 people from the The tour will happen, rain or Part of the focus on water to roll again, this year on Aurora area will purchase tick- shine. 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One of the attractions of He may have been influ- Doors Open is the opportu- enced by a popular book of nity it gives to visitors to his time, The Architecture of experience some of the Country Houses, first pub- many fine examples of early lished in 1850. Author, architecture of a community. Andrew Jackson Downing Visitors to Doors Open (1815-1852), described and Aurora will see a number of illustrated buildings that outstanding examples of were essentially Georgian, historic architectural styles then added Gothic elements this year including such as pointed arches, Georgian, Arts and Crafts gables and bargeboard. and Edwardian. A design by A.J. Davis, Of all the architectural included in the book, shares styles that can be seen in many of the same features Aurora, it is the Gothic as The Manor. W. John Revival Style which has McIntyre in his essay, The really put the town on map. Manor: Essay in Gothic Much of the credit for this Revival, feels certain that goes to Hillary House which whoever designed The is widely recognized as one Manor had seen the designs of the finest examples of its in this early architectural style in Canada. book and adapted them to Aurora’s national historic treasure, Hillary House, located on the west side of Yonge Street, between Hillary House is desig- the needs of his client, Dr. Wellington and Aurora Heights Drive, is part of this year’s Doors Open tour. nated under the Ontario Walter Bayne Geikie. Heritage Act and is also rec- The following description added by Dr. Strange about For most locals, their Imagine the effort that healthy community we need ognized by the Historic is taken from W. John 1870. usual image of this home is goes into maintaining the inspiring and beautiful build- Sites and Monuments McIntyre's essay: The Hillarys built another from a very quick glimpse intricate and extensive ings, and in Aurora there are Board of Canada as "The front or main sec- wing of timber construction when driving up or down detailing of Hillary House, few that meet that descrip- Aurora's only National tion of The Manor is essen- designed by architect David Yonge Street. Hillary House and you will see why the tion more closely that Hillary Historic Site. tially a two-storey brick rec- Dick, including a maid's is a building that deserves a Aurora Historical Society is House. Gothic revival has its ori- tangle topped by a gable room, a kitchen and a bath- much closer look. to be commmended for all it It’s well worth a visit on gins in the architecture of roof. Its façade is dominated room about 1888. They also When you visit the house, has done there. To be a Doors Open Aurora Day. the United Kingdom. Since by a high, pointed gable at added two bay windows on don't just go through the many of the early settlers in the centre and a wide veran- the south side of the building door. Stop for a moment, Ontario were from the dah…which continues along shortly after they moved in. and take in the richness of United Kingdom, it is not a the north and south sides of The original windows the detailing that is before coincidence that their build- the house…clustered wood- would have been plain and you. What you will see is ings often contain details en columns support a bell- flush with the wall. Stairs dedicated craftsmanship Light up your life! found in medieval and goth- curved verandah leading from the veranda on and inspired design of more ic architecture. roof…spring pointed wood- the north side, similar to than a century and a half Lighting • Fixtures • Fans The Gothic Revival is an en arches recall the stone those on the south side, ago. Its still as inspiring architectural movement tracery of Gothic cathe- were removed at some point today as it was back then. which began in the 1740s in drals... a wide front door in time. Also inspiring is the con- Great Prices England. [with] upper panels [are] A small sunroom over the tinuous work and care that Its popularity grew rapid- embellished with Gothic front balcony was added and goes in to keeping Hillary 220 Industrial Pkwy. S. 905-841-2832 ly in the early 19th century, Revival work…around the later removed by the House looking as good as Call for hours when increasingly serious door are sidelights and a Hillarys. new. and learned admirers of transom with pointed wood- In the process the origi- neo-Gothic styles sought to en mullions. Opening off the nal Gothic Revival balcony revive medieval forms in front verandah are two pairs railing was destroyed. A AMS ROCK BAND CAMP contrast to the classical of glazed French doors small conservatory on the styles prevalent at the time. flanked by louvered shut- southwest corner of the Its popularity was in ters. Above the front door veranda was added, then some ways a reaction to the and verandah is a small bal- removed. Two Week industrial revolution as it cony reached by French When the house and reminded 19th century doors…The roof line is bro- veranda roofs were repaired, industrialized society of ken by pierced barge- the original patterns of gut- VIDEO CAMP what they perceived as a board…The second storey ters and eavestroughs were more spiritual age. windows above, like those changed. Hillary House remains on the north side, are of the The National Historic one of the best and most casement variety, capped Sites and Monuments Board July 6 - July 17 complete examples of by wooden labels.” of Canada, following the Picturesque Gothic known Hillary House represents design from early photo- to exist in Ontario. Gothic a fully developed example of graphs, reconstructed the Revival was an important the Gothic Revival style. ROCK BAND wooden fence in 1975. The presence in Ontario archi- Among the original ele- fence is owned and main- ments still present are the tained by Parks Canada. patterned brickwork, the The architecture of Hillary Camp Two Week intricate bargeboard tracing House has helped to make it the line of the roof, the clus- possibly the most photogen- tered wooden columns, ic building in Aurora. In July 6 - July 17, July 20 - July 31 pointed arches and trellises recent months, images of of the verandah, the front Hillary House have been door including sidelights, featured in a number of August 3 - August 14 transom and Gothic revival national and provincial publi- scrollwork. cations. It is hoped these Over the years, families images will have inspired who lived there made people to visit the town and Contact: MICHAEL LANTEIGNE changes. see Hillary House first hand The billiards room and on Doors Open day. Phone: 905-841-0065 the ballroom or music room Even for those who live in form part of a brick wing Aurora, Hillary House is well Web: www.rockbandcamp.ca believed to have been worth a visit. 14 - THE AURORAN, Week of June 30, 2009 THE AURORAN CLASSIFIEDS Special rates: non-commercial word ads: $20.00 (+g.s.t.) four weeks or, $15.95 (+g.s.t.) two weeks minimum 15 words (Applies to word ads only). Got something to sell or advertise? Give us a call - 905-727-7128, fax - 905-727-2620 or go to auroran.com then click classifieds to send your advertisement. The deadline for all classified advertising copy and Garage/lawn sales is Friday at 3 p.m. each week. More than 76,000 copies delivered to Aurorans each month!

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The Aurora Seniors Association (ASA) was the cation on senior issues of importance including health Dust off those lawn Wrapping up the series location for Belinda’s Barbecue 2009, and was greet- care, safety and financial security, issues which chairs and blankets, it's August 19 is the return of ed by a warm, bright and sunny sky, marred later by a should be attended to before the need arises for time for another season of Benny and the Jets, the little rain, but not enough to spoil a great party day, them. Concerts in the Park. Elton John Tribute. Expect with the option available to use the park or the centre. The SAG will provide a platform for the Municipal, The popular summer an evening of great piano In attendance, with members of her Provincial and Federal governments, updating poli- concert series held in playing, solid vocals, and Neighbourhood Network team, was the ever popular cies and information and allowing seniors to funnel Town Park begins July 8 dazzling outfits. Belinda Stronach who appeared delighted with the concerns and questions back to government. with Smudge Fundaes, All concerts start at 7 huge turnout of seniors and guests, all gregarious Guest speakers were Senator Marjorie LeBreton who will entertain kids with p.m. If you don't have time and all managing to mix effortlessly and engage in and Lois Brown, MP. a combination of wit and for dinner, or just need a conversation. Frank Klees, MPP, was scheduled to speak but was music. snack, food vendors will be In addition to Belinda, members of her team includ- unable to attend. Following them on July on hand by 6.30 p.m. ed Tim Jones, Steve Hinder and others, plus a great Marjorie LeBreton is Leader of the Government in 15 is Retrocity, seven While all of the concerts pianist, Tom Agnew from Magna, who entertained the Senate and Minister of State (Seniors) which indi- vocalists who perform are free, attendees are with classics on the piano. cates a powerful position and serves notice that music of the 1980s in asked to bring a donation Two former citizens of the year were present, attention to senior affairs is occurring where attention acapella. to the Aurora Food Pantry. Dorothy McGuire and Susan Walmer, plus two mem- is vital. The Tartan Terrors mix bers of town council, and also Mayor of King City, She noted that senior caregiver programs are Celtic music and dance, Aurora Margaret Black. available but not well known, which is an example of with rock 'n roll and come- Somebody had to serve the food and the ASA where those in need of caregiver assistance could dy. Their unique perform- Belinda’s Kitchen volunteer crew did just that. look for assistance. ance can be seen July 22. Seniors This team of stalwarts makes itself available time Lois and Marjorie talked about a number of issues The Garth Brooks and again for functions at the ASA. including elder abuse, which is clouded by elders Tribute, Fresh Horses, on Duplicate They included, in no particular order, Bill Higgins reluctant to complain and thus is hidden to a signifi- July 29 will provide a night and wife Mary, Bob Robinson, master of the dish- cant degree and difficult to address, but is clearly an of high energy country washer, Don and Joan Stevenson and Jane Stangl issue worthy of note. music. Bridge whose husband Eric is a highly respected member of New Horizons received mention as a federal August opens with the computer club. agency that is worth investigating and mining for Opera York's Concert "Last Monday, June 22: N/S - Other members included Sonia Alfar, Jasmine information with regard to a diversity of funding. Night at the Proms" on the Judy Salmon and Lucille Khan, Luba Nickerson and Joan Levert who runs the Marjorie and Lois provided a rich diversity of infor- 5th, which will provide a bit Sequeira; Greta Ogden and of British tradition. sewing club. mation which requires study to absorb adequately, but Eva Guttman; Irene Kubica Jazz fans will want to be The barbecue is fully funded by Belinda, with all of clearly, the three levels of Canadian government offer and Dorothy Young. E/W - the proceeds going to the well being of the seniors’ more services and funding than is being accessed by on hand August 12 for the Toronto All-Star Jazzband, Suzanne Nunn and Shirley centre. the average person eligible for government assis- Laurin; Ada and Terry The Seniors Advisory Group (SAG) inaugural event tance. at which the golden age of Robertson; Gloria Smith and took place last week in the seniors’ centre, which pro- SAG may take up some of the slack if interest is jazz from the 30s and 40 Kay Hack. vides an appropriate and excellent setting for such an shown in its mission and support offered for it efforts. will be featured. event. SAG may be able to assist seniors who are willing Bill Higgins, Virginia Bodnar, Derek Murray and to assist themselves to some degree, even if the Charles Sequeira are directors of the ASA and repre- degree is only in ascertaining personal requirements sent the ASA with the SAG. or needs, and initiating communications with the SAG Patrice Graham-Brown acted as host welcoming committee. guests and introducing guest speakers later. A correction to last week’s column is that Albert The SAG is a group devoted to fostering communi- Wheeler played Dr Jekyll.

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York Regional Police Constable Terry White was on tion. At one time, the barbecue was known as OPEN Mon. - Fri. 9 - 6 Sat. 9 - 5 Closed Sunday hand last week to help Belinda Stronach make “From the Hill to the Grill” when Belinda was a hamburgers during the annual Belinda’s Barbecue member of parliament for the Newmarket-Aurora Brian & Sue Feddema HWY 9 Aurora Rd. held at the Aurora Seniors’ Centre. Successful riding, but the name was changed to Belinda’s 16225 Jane St. event raised about $1,500 for the centre. PC White Barbecue when she retired from politics. Aurora Rd.

Kettleby Jane St. is the York Regional Police member of Aurora’s Barbecue appliances were provided by Greg Hwy. 400 Bathrust St. PACT (Police and Community Together) committee Foster, owner of the M & M Meats Franchise in Dufferin St. Keele St. and was selected by the Aurora Optimists as the Aurora. Tel: 905-727-0023 Policeman of the Year at their recent Police func- Auroran photo by David Falconer 16 - THE AURORAN, Week of June 30, 2009

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