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Vol. 7 No. 24 AURORAN, Week of April 17, 2007 905-727-3300 Jones interested in Liberal nomination By RON WALLACE

Keep your eye on Tim Jones. The former Aurora mayor is inter- ested in Belinda Stronach’s Member of Parliament job. “I’ve always been a closet Liberal,” he told The Auroran hours after Ms Stronach shocked the nation with her Newmarket-Aurora riding resignation announcement Wednesday afternoon. "I am definitely interested in letting my name stand for the nomination,” he said. Mr. Jones, who served four terms as mayor of Aurora, and a total of 28 years in municipal politics, said he would seek the nomination for the Liberal party to run in the next federal election, an election which has yet to be called. Mr. Jones, who was defeated in the last municipal election, failing in his bid for a record-setting fifth term as mayor, has been weighing his options since. Closest on his to-do list has been a contract position with a municipality in Despite winter-like weather conditions, a good crowd of walkers and runners turned up for the Sixth Annual Hartwell Run in Simcoe County, but nothing has been Aurora Sunday morning. Events avaiable for people included a half marathon walk and run; a half marathon relay; a five-kilo- finalized. metre run and walk and a “merry mini-mile”. Here runners in the 5-K run leave the starting gate at Aurora’s Town Park on Wells The Stronach announcement Street. Auroran photo by David Falconer opened up a whole new avenue to fol- low, and he made his thoughts known to The Auroran at a Chamber of Commerce event Wednesday evening Tigers advance Briefly at the Aqua Grill restaurant in Aurora. Meanwhile, the national media With the Frank L. Buckland tro- a round robin playoff including a once again surrounded the 40-year-old phy safely tucked away, the host team (Abitibi Eskimos) and Clean up Case Magna International heiress in Aurora Provincial Junior A Aurora Tigers the winners of the Northern Ontario Probably one of the nicest “walks in the forest”, Aurora’s Case Woodlot needs Wednesday afternoon when she now look to the next hurdle as they Junior Hockey League, the Ontario cleaning. Members of the Oak Ridges Trail Association are looking for help to clean up the announced she would not seek re- seek another Canadian hockey Provincial Junior A Hockey election in the riding of Newmarket- woodlot this Saturday, April 21, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. championship. League; and the Superior The woodlot is on the south side of Henderson Drive, between Seaton Drive and Aurora, a job she has held through the The 2007 Dudley Hewitt Cup International Junior Hockey Bathurst Street. last two elections. will be held in Iroquois Falls, and League. Gloves and garbage bags will be supplied, officials said. Ms Stronach said she would return Aurora will be one of four teams in Winner moves on to compete If you can help, meet by the baseball diamond behind Highview Public School on to Magna, a job she gave up when she the round-robin tournament. for the Royal Bank Cup Tier II McClellan Way. took her first steps into politics several Aurora won the ticket to the cup Junior A national championship, You can park at the school. For more information contact Rob at 905-727-9377. years ago. Friday by eliminating the Wellington which Aurora also won in 2004. She has been in the limelight ever Dukes in five games to capture the This year, the Canadian title will Yonge closing since, surprising people with decisions Provincial Junior A title. be played in Prince George, B.C., like crossing the floor from the sitting Tigers last won the Dudley beginning May 5. Be prepared for a sea of red on Yonge Street, Sunday aftenoon. Conservative party to the Liberals in Hewitt Cup in 2004 when the tour- The story of how the Tigers The St. Andrew's College Cadet Corps' Freedom of the Town/Church Parade is scheduled to take place April 22 at 1.30 p.m. 2005. nament was played in North Bay. eliminated Wellington is on It was no secret she wasn’t getting It involves a road closure of Yonge Street for a total of one hour...half before the The cup is given to the winner of Page 12. service, and half after. along with Prime Minister Stephen Harper, so opposition leader Paul More books needed Martin took her in, gave her a portfolio, and suggested she could have the Jackson leaving town The Aurora Public Library has donated about 30 boxes of used children's books Newmarket-Aurora riding wearing Aurora's Director of Public Newmarket as Central York Fire to the summer "Book Fest" program at community centres across the out islands in Liberal colours instead of Conservative the Bahamas. Works is leaving. Services. And R & R Revisited, currently in the midst of moving its used book store, will add ones. Wayne Jackson will finish a Mr. Jackson further secured his a few more boxes of books to the collection. Which caused the person she had nine-year stint with the Town of position among the ranks of top The program, organized by The Bahamas Institute for Child and Adolescent beaten in the previous election, Martha Aurora later this month to take a engineers in his field by leading the Mental Health, came out of a pilot project run at a centre for infants and pre-school Hall Findlay, to do a double take and position with the City of Town's Public Works Department children in Nassau. push over. Peterborough. to acclaim with several project They are looking for donations of books for infants to teens for pleasure and gen- Ms Hall Findlay had already eral interest summer reading, as well as dictionaries, thesauruses, atlases and puz- The ambidextrous manager at awards such as, Project of the Year, zles. declared she would run in the riding one time served 18 months as the Honourable Mention, from the Call Linda at 905-841-1806, if you can help. again, after nearly defeating Ms fire chief in Aurora, prior to the Ontario Public Works Association And, following the policy at R & R, Linda can’t accept text books or workbooks. 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During the month of April the Skylight Gallery in the Town Hall will fea- information, call 905-726-1648. SUNDAY, APRIL 29 ture the artwork of Beverly Simpson with a collection of paintings capturing APRIL 20 to 22 Piano favourites in the Hillary House Ballroom with Recording Artist nature. Regular viewing hours are from 8.30 a.m. to 4.30 p.m. Monday to Aurora Home Show, Aurora Community Centre. Carol Gibson at 2 p.m. Tickets, which include light refreshments, are $15 and Friday. SUNDAY, APRIL 22 are available in advance by calling 905-727-8991. **** Aurora Rotary Club 2nd annual frog race, in Tannery Creek at Machell **** Until April 22 Wellington Gallery showcases North America's best Park. 3 p.m. Join authors Alisa Smith and J.B. MacKinnon as they discuss their book nature and wildlife artists including Robert Bateman, Charles Frace, MONDAY, APRIL 23 "The 100-Mile Diet: A Year of Local Eating" at the Seniors’ Centre from 2 to Richard Mravik, Ron Decker, Michael Pape, Michael Durman and Edward Fundraising dinner and fashion show, with proceeds to assist the fight 4 p.m. presented by the Environmental Advisory Committee. No admission Spera, The gallery is located on Wellington Street West at Machell Avenue. against breast cancer, at Jonathan’s Fine Foods restaurant beginning at 6 charge. Pre-register by calling Info Aurora at 905-727-8214. The committee **** p.m. Tickets, at $35, are available at Jonathan’s. For further information, call needs 150 registrants to make the event happen. Aurora Opera Company is seeking 30 children (ages seven to 12) to 905-841-1807. MONDAY, MAY 7 participate in the main stage musical "Children of Eden" as animals and WEDNESDAY, APRIL 25 Aurora Film Circuit presents “After The Wedding”, from Danish director grandchildren in the children's chorus. No participation fee, and no experi- Aurora Horticultural Society presents an "Aurora Urban Oasis-Aurora Suzanne Bier. Nominated for an Oscar for Best Foreign Film, the movie is in ence necessary. Contact Aurora Opera Company at [email protected]. Arboretum" at the Royal Canadian Legion, 105 Industrial Parkway North, Danish with English subtitles. Tickets, $10, are now on sale at both R & R * * * * beginning at 8 p.m. Revisited, Mary Street, and at the Aurora Public LIbrary. The 3rd Aurora Scouting Group has spaces available in Beavers, Cubs, **** **** Scouts and Venturers. For registration information or to volunteer call 905- Aurora Community Historica Heritage Fair at St. Andrews College. From Aurora Food Pantry Annual General Meeting will be held at the Pantry at 726-2393 or 905-841-0556. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. open to students and schools and from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. 15213 Yonge Street (old Post Office building), beginning at 7.30 p.m. Anyone * * * * open to the public. interested in the work of the Pantry is welcome to attend. Meet at Martha's Table, now in its second season. Every Thursday from FRIDAY, APRIL 27 MAY 9 to 13 11.30 a.m. to 1.30 p.m., you will find comfort food and a sense of commu- Rotary Club of Aurora, with clubs from Newmarket, Richmond Hill, Aurora’s Marquee Productions presents "The Secret Garden" at the nity at St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church. A lunch of hot soup, sandwiches, Bradford and Beeton, will hold an African Cultural Night to raise funds for a Newmarket Theatre at 7.30 p.m. with 2 p.m. matinees on May 12 and 13. Call and dessert will be provided. major water project in Africa. The event will feature dinner and African enter- 905-713-1040 for tickets. * * * * tainment at Le Park Dining and Banquet Hall in Thornhill. Tickets are $75 and SATURDAY, MAY 12 Aurora Seniors present a movie night every Tuesday from 6.30 to 8.30 can be ordered through the Aurora Rotary Club at 905-841-1352. Greg Foster, operator of M & M Meats on Yonge Street in Aurora, will hold p.m. Admission is $1.50 for members and $2 for guests. APRIL 27-28 a charity BBQ from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. to raise funds for the Crohns and Colitis * * * * Catholic Women's League of Our Lady of Grace parish sponsors its Foundation of Canada and his target this year is to raise more than $4,000. Aurora Agricultural Society meets the first Monday of every month from annual Spring Rummage Sale from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Friday and 9 a.m. to Hamburger or hot dog, a bag of chips and a drink for $2 will help Greg meet 6.30 to 9 p.m. at the Aurora Community Centre. New members welcome. For 2 p.m. on Saturday in the Lynett Hall, 16 Catherine Street. his target. more information, call 905-713-6773, e-mail at [email protected], or visit www.aurorafair.ca. * * * * Aurora Rotary Club meets every Monday evening at 6.30 p.m. at Gabriel's on Yonge Street. New members welcome. For further information, call 905-841-1352. * * * * Independent Order of Odd Fellows Lodge #148 meets the first and third Tuesday of each month at 8 p.m. at 15216 Yonge Street (south of Wellington). For more information, call 905-830-9205. * * * * Masons' Rising Sun Lodge meets the first Thursday of each month at The Rising Sun Temple, 57 Mosley Street, Aurora at 7.30 p.m. * * * * Robertson Masonic Lodge meets the third Saturday each month at 57 Mosley Street at 10.30 a.m. Coffee club at 9 a.m., lunch at noon. Call 905- 727-3032 or 905-727-1080. * * * * Marilyn Redvers, Sales Representative Gamblers Anonymous, every Tuesday night, Trinity Anglican Church, Residential Real Estate Services Victoria Street, 7.30 p.m. 14799 Yonge Street, Aurora L4G 1N1 * * * * Progressive Euchre every Thursday night. Aurora Legion, 7.30 p.m. Call 905-727-3154 905-727-9932. www.realestateaurora.com * * * * Canadian Federation of University Women has monthly meetings at the ROYAL LePAGE THE Aurora Legion with a variety of speakers. Contact Beverley at 905-727- CHAIRMAN'S CLUB 2151. ASSOCIATE BROKER NETWORK * * * * Your Community Realty NATIONAL Bid Euchre at the Legion, 1 p.m. every third Sunday. * * * * York Regional Police Male Chorus is looking for members from Aurora and area who would like to volunteer by joining the choir. Men, 16 years of age and older, are invited to visit any Tuesday at 7.30 p.m. in committee room B, York Region Administrative Centre, 17250 Yonge Street, Newmarket. For more information, call volunteer chorus supervisor Lowell McClenny at 905-727-9676. * * * * Queen's York Rangers free camps for boys and girls, 12 to 18. Aurora Squadron runs Friday evenings at the Aurora Armoury. For further informa- tion, call 905-726-8600 any Tuesday evening between 7 and 9 p.m. * * * * $449,000 The Aurora Seniors Evergreen Seniors Choir practice under the direc- $499,000 tion of Tom Rainsford every Wednesday from 3.30 to 5.30 p.m. in the West BUILD YOUR DREAM HOME IN CENTRAL AURORA! McKenzie Hall of the Seniors’ Centre. BRING THE IN-LAWS & YOUR BATHING SUIT! **** Beautiful lot on no-exit street! Area of Million Dollar custom homes! Over 3000 sq. ft! Main floor office! Large eat-in kitchen! 2nd bedroom Budget Bistro luncheon every Wednesday from 11.30 a.m. until 12.30 Great location in centre of town near prestigious Kennedy St. West! has ensuite! 5 Bathrooms! Finished basement has kitchen, recreation p.m. at the Aurora Seniors’ Centre. No registration required, just drop in. Call Existing 2-bedroom bungalow could be rented while you design & room, gas fireplace, extra bedroom, 4-pc bath! Walkout to yard with plan your Dream Home! Don’t miss this chance! 905-726-4767 for more information. extensive decking & inground pool! TO APRIL 26 Shadowpath Theatre Production presents York Region's first ever Playwrights' Festival at Aurora’s Factory Theatre with Thursday to Saturday evening performances at 8 p.m. and Sunday matinees at 2 p.m. featuring the writing talents of local playwrights. For more information call 905-727-3669. WEDNESDAY, APRIL 18 Aurora Historical Society meets at Hillary House with a Show and Tell and Pot Luck Dinner at 6 p.m. **** From 10 to 11 a.m. at the Aurora Library, Ange Zhang will do a writer's presentation for students in Grade 6 and will discuss the writing of his book $799,000 $799,000 about China. **** FABULOUS RENOVATION IN OLD AURORA! STUNNING BUNGALOW BACKING TO GREENBELT! Aurora's Creative Colours Annual Spring Charity Fashion Show "Fashion Plates" will take place at DiNardo's The Mansion with proceeds to Soaring ceilings, gleaming hardwood, gorgeous wood trim & lots of Beautiful floor plan & georgeous decor! Open concept with vault- the York Region Food Network. The event features dinner, a model runway windows give this home a wonderful ambience! Completely reno’d ed ceilings! Gleaming hardwood! Fin. basement. has recreation presentation of the latest in spring fashions and York Region firefighters. using top-quality materials! Enjoy the benefits of a new home & the room, gas fireplace, 4th bedroom, bath & walkout to wonderful convenience of being in the heart of town! pool-sized lot! Fabulous landscaping & decking! Call 905-967-0428 for tickets. **** Wells Street Public School celebrates heritage and the history of the It’s a great time to sell your house! school with opening ceremonies at 6 p.m. with Jacqueline Stuart as guest speaker. If you have memories to share, call 905-727-4722. Call Marilyn for a market evaluation! 905-727-3154 THURSDAY, APRIL 19 Fathers 4 Justice York Region Equal Parenting Group Monthly Meeting in Aurora at 7 p.m. For further information call 905-727-6060. **** presented by Kinark Child and Family Services invites the community to celebrate the opening of its new office beside St. Andrew’s Plaza at 24 Orchard Heights Boulevard (Unit 101A) in Aurora. The celebration, in the form of an open house, will be held from 4 until 7 p.m. For more information contact Darryl Mathers (905-474-9595 ext. 349; [email protected]). **** Author reading. Barbara Gowdy will be reading from her new book “Helpless” at Dr. G.W. Williams Secondary School, 39 Dunning Avenue at 7.30 p.m. Tickets, at $10, are available at R & R Revisited, Mary Street, or at the door. Event is presented by the Canadian Federation of University Women Aurora-Newmarket Club. Proceeds to the CFUW anniversary scholarship. **** LOVELY BUNGALOW WITH 2-BEDROOM LOFT! $419,900 Free mouse, keyboarding and basic web navigation required for the computer workshop at the Aurora Public Library. Pre-register at the adult information desk or phone 905-727-9493, option 4. Great house for teens or empty-nesters with visiting family! Spacious living/dining rooms! Family * *** rm open to eat-in kitchen! Main floor master with ensuite! 2 bedrms & bathroom upstairs! Terrific Amnesty International meets at Trinity Anglican Church, 79 Victoria St. for a special presentation on women's human rights issues. Discussion, let- rec. room or 4th bdrm! Walk to shops & transit! ter writing. All welcome. 7.30 p.,m. For information, call 905-713-6713.

APRIL 20-21 Aurora United Church Spring Rummage Sale from 1 to 8 p.m. Friday, April 20, and 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, April 21. For further AURORAN, Week of April 17, 2007 - 3 Grow house found in southern Aurora York Region Police offi- He has been charged cers working out of the with Production of a Drugs and Vice Controlled Substance; Enforcement Bureau, laid Possession of a Controlled charges against an Aurora Substance for the Purpose man last week in connection of Trafficking; and Theft of with a marjuana grow opera- Electricity. tion in an Aurora house. He was held in custody On Wednesday, at about prior to his appearance in 11 a.m. officers executed a Newmarket Court. search warrant at an Police are encouraging address on McClellan Way, residents to call 1-866-876- in Aurora’s south end. 5423 if they suspect a mari- Officers discovered about juana grow operation exists 500 full-grown marijuana in their neighbourhood. plants and a large quantity These homes, police of indoor marijuana grow said, pose potential risks, operation equipment. including fire and explosion, The street-value of the due to illegal wiring, over- Originally, they thought the event would raise 10 grand, but a recent tribute dinner for former Aurora drugs is estimated at loading of circuits and dan- mayor Tim Jones actually produced $15,000 for Southlake Regional Health Centre. The official amount $500,000. gerous chemicals contained was presented to the hospital Thursday morning. On hand for the event were, left to right, Aurora Investigating officers within. Councillor Alison Collins-Mrakas; Dan Carriere, president, and CEO at Southlake; Tim Jones; Neila arrested a man without inci- Children forced to live in Poscente, President and CEO of Southlake’s Foundation. In the background are Peter Blakely and Bruce dent in connection with the these homes are vulnerable Heffer, two of the dinner organizers. The presentation was held at Timberlane Athletic Club. grow operation later that day when exposed to these ele- at an address in Vaughan. ments and police require the Photo courtesy of Snap Newmarket macwilliamfarms_ad1.ai 15/02/2007 8:47:46 AM Charged is Duc Lam public’s assistance to Two names entered for Green party Nguyen, 26, of Aurora. remove them to safety. The dust has settled shop steward with CUPE, speculation is wild in Community Arboretum and only two candidates local 69, and a Municipal political circles that one and the Lake Simcoe will battle for the right to Standards Officer. will be announced short- Regional Conservation become the Green party "We are pleased that ly. Authority. candidate in the the members in Voting will take place Newmarket-Aurora riding. Newmarket-Aurora have Saturday, April 21, at 10 Art show Originally it was two strong voices to a.m. at the Aurora Town believed several people choose from as they Hall. After the new can- set to open were going to try to the decide who will bring the didate is selected, partic- candidacy. Green message to the ipants will be invited out- at Town Hall Past candidate voters in the next federal side to help plant 100 Aurora’s Glen Hubbers, a election," Vanessa Long, trees along the Holland Friday, May 4 Professional Engineer CEO of the Local Green River. The Town of Aurora and working in the energy Party Association, said. The tree planting is the Society of York Region industry, will be go up A federal election date being done in coordina- Artists (SOYRA) will against Eve Simpson, a has not been set, but tion with the Aurora present the 45th Annual Aurora Art Show and Sale early next month. Private street racing bill The event will be held from May 4 through May 6 at the Aurora Town Hall, 1 is endorsed by Liberals Municipal Drive. Based on last year’s suc- Aurora resident and announcement. The only McGuinty acknowledged cess, the show anticipates Oak Ridges MPP Frank regret is that it has taken the efforts by Mr. Klees. that attendees will come Klees welcomed the the government so long to "I want to thank Frank, from Aurora, as well as from Liberal government's get around to taking action and I want to acknowledge the neighbouring regions. Schnitzels announcement that it on this,” said Mr. Klees, the leadership role he has The kick-off to the show our would introduce legislation who attended the assumed,” Premier is the popular opening to get tough on street rac- announcement at the McGuinty said. “He has reception gala on Friday, specialty ing. Community Safety Village taken a keen and active May 4 from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Mr. Klees has been call- in Whitchurch-Stouffville. interest in this, he has put For more information, ing for legislation to The announcement was forward some very positive visit www.e-aurora.ca or call empower frontline police made by Premier Dalton proposals.” the Special Events line at officers to issue on the McGuinty and Minister of Mr. Klees noted the 905-726-4762. spot license suspensions Transportation, Donna Liberal government failed and vehicle impoundment Cansfield. to include an important ever since constituents Also in attendance were prohibition against nitrous Rob and Lisa Manchester Police Chief Armand La oxide connections in vehi- Thanks were killed as the result of Barge and members of the cles driven on public for a street racing incident in York Region Police streets or highways and supporting 905-727-9561 May, 2006 on Yonge Street Services. intends to propose an AURORAN in Oak Ridges. 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It’s time for some senior tax relief Most seniors are overtaxed, And soon may lose their homes; Something must be done to help Or council will hear their moans. - Poor Richard's Scrapbook

An argument has raged over the years why seniors, aged 65 and over, are still required to pay education taxes since their children, all grown up, were no longer part of the education system. In 1967, the province adopted the Municipal and School Tax Credit Act which permitted municipalities to defer up to half of the education portion of the property tax bill for seniors over 65 with the province reimbursing the municipality up to a maximum of $150 of taxes levied on the property. In December, 1967, Aurora became the 46th munici- pality to make the tax credit available to property owners Above is a school board, posing for a picture taken, apparently, in the 60s. Had to be before 1969, when over 65. the York County Board of Education was formed. We will assume this is Aurora’s high school board, But it wasn't well used as the provincial legislation since there was another board for elementary schools. Some of the people are familiar, some we just required the total amount of the accumulated tax credit don’t know. Do you? In the front row, left to right, are Stan Baker, Art Starr, Marvin Hunter, Dr. E.J. to become payable when the property changed hands. There was a general belief at that time that education Henderson (a former mayor of Aurora) and Ernie Eveleigh.The first three people from the left in the back taxes should not be part of the property tax bill, as edu- row are Mr. O’Mahoney (anyone know his first name?), Jim Urquhart and Wyatt Baldwin. We have no idea cation did not bear any relationship to property in the who the other two are, or if there is someone missing from that empty space. same sense as sidewalks, sewers and other services to property did. Letter to the Editor Due to the slowness to act, some municipalities were successful in obtaining a Private Member's Bill to enable the municipality to provide tax relief of up to $100 to sen- ior homeowners. Artificial turf at Sheppard’s In 1972, Aurora Council requested then York North MPP Bill Hodgson to introduce a Private Member's Bill in order that the municipality could provide some tax relief waste of taxpayers’ money to needy seniors. With the submission of the Aurora bill, the To the editor, ing helping with the sports 905-751-0845. projects such as artificial Progressive Conservative government of the day decid- bubble, so, to me, this is There are so many turf. ed that too many municipalities had applied for private I was disappointed to extravagant especially at other things that could help bills and announced its intention to cancel them. read that this current coun- this time when taxes will Aurora if we have Nigel Kean After further negotiations, the Aurora bill was adopted cil is wasting taxpayers’ again go up by about $600,000 to throw at Aurora in July, 1972, and in January, 1974, Aurora Council hard earned money on put- seven or eight per cent in approved a bylaw authorizing a tax credit up to $100 for ting artificial turf in 2007. persons 70 and over who had lived in Aurora for at least Sheppard’s Bush, a Lake We do have a great five years. Simcoe Conservation Youth Soccer Club in By May, 1977, it was costing the town $9,200 to make area. Aurora but there is a time life a little easier for 92 seniors who qualified for the The Youth Soccer Club when the cost is too much. $100 credit under the town's Elderly Residents says the move will extend I believe our soccer “Aurora’s Community Newspaper” Assistance Program. the soccer season and, clubs will be competitive About the same time the Bill Davis Progressive worst of all, our own without the artifcial turf. Published weekly by The Auroran Publications Inc. Conservative government announced plans to reduce Leisure Services What next, plastic flow- At 75 Mary Street, Unit #3 the property tax burden on seniors with a tax grant of Department head, Al ers and fake trees in Aurora, L4G 1G3 $300 to qualified seniors. Downey says it will save Sheppard’s Bush, again to By 1984, the grant was increased to $500 and in money. save money? 1987, the Ontario budget increased the Seniors Publisher Emeritus What a joke. I am not surprised this Property Tax Grant to $600. Rosemary Schumaker This artificial field is council passed this as All eligible seniors received the $600 grant on their costing you, the taxpayers, most of their pictures property tax or 20 per cent of their rent up to $600 plus Editorial Production $600,000 or about a 2.5 appeared in the last youth a $50 Sales Tax Grant. Ron Wallace Cynthia Proctor per cent tax increase. soccer magazine, with In February, 1993, the government switched to tax [email protected] [email protected] I would love to see how praise from the president, credits to assist seniors with the cost of property and the savings will happen. supporting their bid for Dick Illingworth sales taxes instead of grants starting with their 1992 tax Main Number The field life is between council during the past [email protected] returns, providing their income was less than a certain 905-727-3300 15 and 25 years. election. amount. There will be mainte- If the soccer club wants Photography Classifieds But it was the beginning of the end for tax grants or nance needed in the 25 to support any political David Falconer 905-727-7128 credits and senior homeowners were required to pay years not only for repair person running for a seat, [email protected] [email protected] their full property and sales taxes. but also to relevel the field then, to me, they should In March, 2003, the Ernie Eves budget included a as water seeps under and not be a non-profit group, Advertising Facsimile Machine provision to provide a full education tax reimbursement shifts. as it is my tax money and Bob Ince 905-727-2620 for seniors effective July 1, estimated to provide an aver- The current field is still yours that helps pay part [email protected] age cheque of $475, but it never happened, as Liberal Editorial Department in good shape and with of their costs. Leader Dalton McGuinty vowed to scrap the tax break Diane Buchanan [email protected] yearly maintenance it will If you agree with me when elected. [email protected] continue to serve the please contact the council Editorial policy Provincial legislation is available to provide tax relief needs of the soccer club. by phone or email to stop to seniors, but it places a lien on the property so that the Oh yes, I forgot that the this waste of money. Opinions expressed by columnists, contributors and letter writers unpaid taxes are to be paid when the property changes youth soccer league will Please call the following are not necessarily those of The Auroran. Letters must include hands, but few seniors use the tax deferral system. pay for 10 per cent of the to voice your displeasure. name and phone number, although number will not be published. Realizing that many citizens on a fixed income were $600,000 or about Phyllis Morris, 905-841- Names may be withheld assuming a compelling reason to do so. finding it harder and harder to remain in their homes due $60,000. 3743; Evelyn Buck, 905- Letters may be edited or refused. All contents protected by copy- to increasing property taxes, the City of Vaughan Wow, what a great deal 727-6457; Steve Granger, right. Council authorized a grant to qualifying seniors and for them. 905-727-2035; Al Wilson, requested York Region to do the same for the regional Advertising policy They can afford to pay 905-751-0845; Grace portion of the tax bill. salaries in this non-profit Marsh, 905-841-3928; Publisher is not liable for slight changes or typographical errors Vaughan asked other municipalities for support. association of $250,000 a Wendy Gaertner, 905- that do not lessen the value of an advertisement. Disputes must Aurora Council did not support the Vaughan resolu- year, yet will only pay 713-2880; Bob be brought to the attention of the publisher prior to the following tion but requested staff to report on a similar program as $60,000 for a field that McRoberts, 905-727-4636; Vaughan's prior to the summer months. edition. they will mainly use. Evelina MacEachern, Rather than a municipal grant, it should be a provin- Aurora spends a lot on 905-727-3123; Alison cial grant similar to the 1987 Seniors Property Tax sporting facilities, includ- Collins-Mrakas, Grant. AURORAN, Week of April 17, 2007 - 5 Machell’s Corners by Scott Johnston

Front Porch Perspective Big kids at egg hunt By Stephen Somerville

One of the things - among many - that I like about retirement plan. (Here's to hoping not!) lective chests. our community is the different type of activities avail- A confession is in order here. Complaints about Bob and my conduct should be able to Aurora families. My neighbour Bob and I inadvertently participated forwarded, in triplicate, to both the editor of The Whether it is the Horse Show, RibFest, Street in the egg hunt for the older kids. Auroran and to the mayor's office. Festival, or my personal favourite, the annual Santa Bob and I found a couple of chocolates in the field Well done to all the volunteers for making the Claus parade, there is a lot to do within our town's and when the children, the mayor or other family event such a success! borders. members weren't watching, we scooped up a few Can't wait until next year! These events increase our quality of life, strength- chocolates. en our community, and bring us a bit closer together. We couldn't help ourselves. Stephen can be contacted at: Two weekends ago was the sixth edition of the We will both sleep better now with that off our col- [email protected] Town of Aurora Easter Egg hunt held at the Aurora Town Leisure Complex. The Town, in partnership with the Girl Guides of Aurora, hosts the event, which serves as a fundrais- Cathy’s er for the Girl Guides. The trouble with birthdays Shelley Ware, Special Events Co-ordinator for the town of Aurora, told me "that preliminary data sug- Corner gest that this was the largest easter egg hunt in York region. Over six hundred and twenty children partic- I am NOT liking this "Birthday" thing the way I once did. Damir laughed - WHAT (!!!) was he thinking? ipated on the weekend." When I was a little kid, I couldn't wait to get into the Does he not realize that study after study, the findings My family attended the festivities with our friends "double digits". are the same: middle-aged women are crabby. Has he not Bob and Mercedes and their two children, Matthew, But then I found out that "10" as an age ranks about a learned this first hand? Do I have to cite the studies? 6 and Emily, 4. Both children, along with my son "1", so I set my target higher. We have a low tolerance for people who don't under- Ryan, had a great time. Then I found out why nobody likes the number 13. stand and a voracious appetite for compliments. The event took place in two sessions on Saturday, Being called a "teeny-bopper" is like being cussed out This is why we complain about men in small groups. one beginning at 10 a.m. and the second session at in a foreign language. And you thought we were going to the bathroom? It's a noon. No wonder teenagers rebel! Nobody takes them seri- therapy session! According to Ms Ware, "the event is done in two ously if they don't. Trust me on this. My friend tells me how much she loves my new copper sessions because it has grown so big and also to My father still treats me like I'm six years old with highlights, I tell my other friend how great her shitake accommodate the different sleeping patterns - i.e. chocolate cake all over my face and I swear it's because I mushroom anti-wrinkle cream is working, and my other nap times - for the little ones". never dyed my hair shocking pink before my 16th birthday. friend tells the first friend how well the enormous red hat And weather does not deter the success of the Shocking orange, yes…but I didn't mean to do that so suits her…and so on. event. he just laughed while I cried. It's not the same thing. This takes about 20 minutes because we go several In fact more families attended this year than ever Being a teenager is life's opportunity to stamp your rounds. before, even though it was a rather cold and windy brain with the message: Life ISN'T fair! Now that we're all smiling, we apply lip plumping lip- day. And in case you still don't get it by the age of 19, stick while we complain about how the husbands didn't The event fulfills a need in our community as it there's a line-up of zits waiting to follow you into your notice the spectacular new seven-foot feng shui fountain caters to all stages of young families - from the lit- 20's...and 30's…and 40's. in the hallway that we all ordered from the same cata- tlest tykes up to the older children. The 20's would be the decade when most, if not all of logue. It is also truly a great bargain at four dollars per the mysteries of (your) life are uncovered. This takes about 20 minutes because we go several child. By the time I was 27, the theory that I was going to rounds. Unlike other other easter egg hunt events, this marry a lawyer, have three children, and settle in Aurora So, what's to be happy about? one offers the "whole experience" - with a focus on had been proven. Back in my 20's and 30's, I was SOOOO happy that my crafts, face painting, and education. In fact, the only thing I still didn't know was what I was lipstick even matched my nail polish and my shoes The York Region Dental Hygenist Association going to be when I grew up! matched my purse and my husband always noticed! even offered free toothbrushes and instructional I decided to hold at 29 for about 10 years I positively glowed because I was too young to realize videos. because…well, I already knew too much. that he only noticed because the Visa bill came in. As my wife was paying the admission fee near the I needed to stop and get me some new wonderings, On the high side of 40, my armpits match my legs! top of the Leisure Complex stairs, my friend Bob and a.k.a. dreams. I need a primer for my make-up and everything I need I wandered in ahead of the group. My new dreams involved a lot of shopping since I fan- to do to look good hurts, gives me a rash, and takes two On the way in, a representative of Cadbury's was tasized incessantly about appliances that worked, sheets weeks of recovery! And my husband doesn't mind paying giving free chocolates away. that matched my bedspread, and oversized tupperware to for any of it! I told him that Bob was my 40-year-old adopted get all the toys off the floor. In my early 40's, I started having trouble finding my car son, and also that Bob did not like chocolate so I One day, I looked in the mirror and realized that if I keys. would kindly take his allotment. plucked all the gray hairs I could see…most of my scalp Now, I can't even find my car! This nice young guy gave us a puzzled look, would be exposed. And the young man they send out to help me find it laughed and then obliged with a bunch of chocolate Really, it would have been easier to wax. looks hot until he calls me "Ma'am"…after asking me if I'm eggs for yours truly. I didn't need bifocals back then, so I looked a little clos- sure I didn't take the bus. It's such a downer! We then came across the mayor who was certain- er (you should never do that while you can still see, by the What's next? In a few years I'll turn 50 and suddenly ly in the spirit of things as she had her faced paint- way) and suddenly I knew exactly what I was going to be: my underwear will start bothering me? I'm getting hot ed like a rabbit. Middle Aged! flashes just thinking about it... My three-year-old son excitedly came back after Middle age is the time when people stop growing taller No, "Happy" is definitely not the kind of word that the egg hunt and showed me his basket full of and start getting shorter…and wider. should come before "Birthday" during the Middle Ages. chocolates. They call it "middle-aged spread" and it often sneaks Unless all your friends show up with wine, chocolate I know the only person happier than Ryan was up on you from behind. I know this for a fact. and anti-oxidants on your special day. probably his dentist. Last week, I was applying collagen enriched body Ah…so this is why God made friends! As a direct result of all the fillings in my mouth, lotion and when I reached back there, I screamed! Damir my dentists' children are all driving Porsches. came running, "What? What?" Cathy welcomes e-mail at: I am pretty sure he believes Ryan will be his "Oh my God," I whined. "I think my hands shrunk!" [email protected] 6 - AURORAN, Week of April 17, 2007 Letters to the Editor Time the Town stopped spending money on special interest groups By DICK ILLINGWORTH To the editor, The taxpayers of Aurora in this old building. with other people’s money. have spent hundreds of I was surprised in the I thought that with a new BOUQUETS to Aurora Council for giving approval for Stop spending tax dollars thousands of dollars on this write up of the Church council and Al Wilson on road reconstruction prior to the adoption of the on special interest groups. old building. Street School to learn that council we would not spend 2007 capital budget enabling the Works The Aurora Historical Air conditioning, elevator, the seniors new $3,000,000 taxpayers’ dollars on special Department to call tenders early in the construc- Society wants Aurora tax- windows, basement flood- building is maintained by the interest groups that includ- tion season resulting in the low tender being under budget payers to spend more ing, new roof. town at no cost to the sen- ed spending $100,000 on by $325,993.96. Shows the importance of early adoption of money on the restoration of It is time to say no more iors’ organization. trees for the arboretum. the budget! the Church Street School, money. It must be nice to have From 2000 to 2006 my and after that, pay for the The Historical Society someone build you a taxes have gone up by BRICKBATS to the malfunctioning sound system in the operation costs, cooling- should raise their own playpen at no cost to you. 30.24 per cent. council chambers of the Town Hall. Back in heating taxes (if any), etc. money if they are interested Can no organization Aurora’s portion was 2005 due to complaints from members of coun- today raise their own money 50.24 per cent of the cil, the media and the general public, a $135,000 high-tech for their own entertainment? increase. audio system was installed, but it still squeals when mem- Councillor fails The child-care centre - The town used to blame bers activate their microphones. Jack Woods farm. This has the school taxes, but now been a disaster since the the town is the big spender. BOUQUETS to Ingrid Kulbach and her One Chocolate town purchased the proper- School taxes are less Corporation on the celebration of the First first test: reader ty for the new town hall. now than they were in 1998. Anniversary Open House in Aurora, where the To the editor, change for roughly 5 per cent The town purchased all It is time that people pay tasty fraktal chocolate pieces are made. of the remaining industrial the Woods’ land, then sold for their recreation and that We, as Aurora residents, zoned land in Aurora. the house back to Mr. includes anything built by BRICKBATS to the weatherman for getting the seasons have been had again! Councillor Wilson, (Chair Woods. the town. mixed and giving the people a green Christmas With all the blustering and of EDAC - Economic They then purchased the For example, our street and a white Easter. Makes you wonder what he concern expressed about Development Advisory house from Mr. Woods, was paved after 30 years - has planned for Victoria Day? redressing the tax imbalance Committee), was the deciding maybe for the new town very nice, but they also between residential and busi- vote that permitted the rezon- hall, for $300,000. replaced the sidewalk which BOUQUETS to W. Russell for an excellent letter to The ness taxes in the last election, ing. This property has cost was not necessary, a total Auroran about the dangers on two-way stops in a the man of the hour, Al As a result of the rezoning the town money ever since waste of money. town of four-way stops and Temperance and Wilson, after running an entire from industrial to institutional the old-boys club thought The flyer the town put out Reuben is a perfect example, as Reuben is not a campaign promising to fight the Town of Aurora will receive they could make money by as information did not men- through street but Temperance is and the stops signs are on this issue on the behalf of NO tax revenue from this site! renting the property. tion sidewalks. the wrong street. Aurora residents, failed in his Hundreds of thousands of How long has that been - Stop spending tax dollars first big test under fire. dollars lost to our treasury 10 years? on special interest groups. BRICKBATS to the three youths who took the time The York Catholic District when there were alternative No interest on $300,000 Let’s improve on control recently to throw eggs at Poor Richard's home School Board purchased 11 locations in the new residen- for at least 10 years. of spending and maybe bal- and quickly disappear in the Cousins/Gurnett acres of prime industrial land tial sections of Town. Sell the property and ance a budget for a few area. They were witnessed by a neighbour who tried to fol- in the Wellington/Industrial With fewer than 200 acres invest the money and do not years for a change. low them. Maybe they'll come back and clean up the mess Parkway area and sought at of industrial or employment worry about the gardens. Other towns manage on the windows! the March 28 Public Planning lands left in the Town, a major Now, we have the hockey that, why can’t we? meeting to have it rezoned for opportunity to rebalance the organization wanting ice BOUQUETS to 16-year-old Louise Facca of Aurora on institutional use in order to 87 per cent residential vs. 13 rental fees forgiven. R.W. Hanes being named to represent Canada at the FIVB construct a high school. per cent business tax ratio Our town is generous Aurora World Under-19 Beach Volleyball Championships Despite opportunities to was lost…forever. later this year along with partner Amanda request land in the residential Actions speak...everything Crowdrey of Brampton. developments in the Bayview else walks. DAMIR VRANCIC and Wellington area, they BRICKBATS to Progressive Conservative Leader John came to the public planning Ireland Richardson Tory for his decision to welcome Liberal defector LAW OFFICE meeting (like Wal-Mart before Aurora MPP Tim Peterson into the Tory field in the rid- them) and requested a zoning BUSINESS LAW, ing of Mississauga and having an understanding with REAL ESTATE, Peterson that he would not need to stand for nomination WILLS & ESTATES without consulting with the Conservative riding association. 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It will have almost decided that this now where time, as this story seemed to idea of the important mat- frenzied Buzz Hargrove. high hopes for this model, every conceivable option. it wants to take its hapless hold some import for you ters you are missing. This potential ownership but to many of us who know This model will also be riders, it will also try to get Auroraganadians. And allow me to be the may even have some con- a thing or two about the equipped with a convertible out front and lead, but sadly Now first off, you can see first to tell you that ignorance crete benefits for the citizens nature of such poor automo- top. One that does not sim- will fail once more, perhaps that I do admit I read papers is certainly not bliss. of Aurora. bile design and execution, ply go up and down, but even more miserably this other than the one you are On the other hand it does If not direct auto sector need only to shake our which has the ability to time. currently holding in your go along way to explain a lot jobs, at least there is the heads and say, "I told you change colour of the top, This goes on until the very hands. about Aurora and its popu- likelihood that Frank may so..." and back again. Belinda decides it is no This may come as a lace...particularly its leaders. need to spend more cash Makes one glad our lead- Any time it wants. longer sufficiently amused shock to some of you, not At any rate, I read in a locally in having to hire a few ers aren’t as predictable as And it will do so in an doing what its riders want, the fact that I read other national paper (that of more security goons with the our cars, right? effort to be taken more seri- and will then simply throw papers, but the fact that course would be a paper intent of keeping the ple- ously. Unfortunately this is them all out and finds its there are other papers out that serves the entire coun- beian hoards from troubling Hugo T. Kroon one option that will not be own way back to the factory, there. try of Canada, not just him and his buddies when Bethesda terribly well thought out. where it will be installed in a I realize that some of you Aurora) that the patron saint they are playing a few But I think that destiny lead somewhat of a shel- of your fair town, Frank rounds on his private links in will doom the continued tered life over there in Stronach, was considering the heavily fortified Magna development or production Call me if you would like Aurora, what with believing buying the formerly compound. of this model, because in a second opinion on your that the word ends just American held company, Or maybe the new owner spite of its predication to be RRSP & Investment strategy. beyond your borders and all. Chrysler Motors, from its may consider getting more a vehicle that is determined Such delusional pre- current owners, Daimler directly involved with day to to make its presence sumptions are evidenced by Benz of Germany. day operations and take a known, owners will find the the simple act of reading this I think that would be a larger hand in research and Stephen Forsey CIM FCSI "Belinda" difficult to keep Investment Representative paper. great idea. development. heading in one direction, JONES, GABLE & COMPANY The editor of this publica- To have ownership of an Maybe even suggest LIMITED (Member CIPF) owing mostly to a factory tion, for anomalous reasons international automaker, as some new models for the www.jonesgable.com 905-726-9343 installed sense of entitle- of his own, believes it best to historied and significant as upcoming year. ment and self-centered keep you all in the dark Chrysler, would be an impor- Perchance we will wit- grandiosity. regarding the goings on tant coup for the Canadian ness the introduction of a Even though the occu- beyond your sheltered fron- auto industry. brand new model called the pants of this vehicle, having tiers. 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An open letter to the who hold fond memories of The new high school to both sites. school at 7 p.m. April 23. residents of Aurora their high school days in building will serve students The Bayview Avenue Whether Dr. G.W. that building. and families of Aurora for site is closer to where many Williams is replaced on site Over the past couple of The replacement of an roughly the next 50 to 60 future students will reside, or in a different location, the weeks, there have been let- institution like Williams does years, and the Board has a but it is 15 acres in size ver- York Region District School ters on these pages com- not happen very often. responsibility to consider sus the current 19-acre site. Board is committed to its menting on a feasibility proj- It is happening now as options to enable it to This would have an responsibility to serve the ect in progress about build- the projected costs to main- address the needs of our impact on the ability to needs of students and fam- ing a new high school to tain and upgrade the build- growing and changing com- maintain the current out- ilies of Aurora. replace Aurora’s Dr. ing over the next 10 years munity. door field space. The planning horizon of G.W. Williams Secondary exceed the cost of building There are many factors The Dunning Avenue 10, 15 and 25 years is a School. and maintaining a new being considered. site is larger, but is a demonstration of the As your trustee, I wel- school. The decision about greater distance from most Board's commitment to its come the opportunity to Accordingly, the Ministry where to locate the school of the future students' home responsibility to serve the address this topic and high- has recommended to our is neither obvious, nor has it addresses. evolving needs of a growing light the process underway Board and all other Boards GORD KERR been made. Neither site will provide and changing Aurora. to arrive at a decision to across the province that it is happen very often, the The two sites currently a perfect solution for every- A new high school build- serve the future needs of financially prudent to invest Board has the opportunity under consideration include one and no matter which ing with new amenities, students and families in in replacement schools for to step back and reassess the current site on Dunning location is selected, there labs and facilities will be an Aurora. buildings in need of this both the current and future Avenue, and a second site will be people who are exciting new addition to our The current Williams much maintenance and needs of the community on Bayview Avenue across unhappy with the decision. community, no matter campus has been part of upgrading. before finalizing a decision from the new Shoppers I appreciate all of the e- where it is placed. our community since 1952, Our Board agrees. about where to locate a new Drug Mart. mails I've received and will If you would like to let and there are many people Because this does not school building. There are pros and cons use them to help other me know how you feel members of the Board of about this, I would appreci- Trustees understand the ate it if you would send me implications of the decision an email at Don’t move Williams: reader being made about replacing [email protected] Williams. . An Open letter to When I heard this week, they are proposing, then chase second cars. More information is Aurora School Trustee that not only might they there will not be a single high The town, the region, and available at Gord Kerr Gord Kerr replace Williams, but that school south of Wellington. the school board should be www.yrdsb.edu.on.ca and Trustee they might move it also to the (not counting Aurora High as doing what they can to pro- still more will be available at Aurora and King I was very disappointed far northern region of the it is right on Wellington). mote Aurora's downtown the next community meet- York Region when I first learned that Dr. town, I was significantly more Many of the people (both residents and mer- ing taking place at the District School Board G.W. Williams Secondary than disappointed. Williams currently serves live chants). School was going to be torn There are several reasons in the older part of town. They most certainly down and replaced with a why this is a very bad idea Many of these people should not be actively partic- FAMILY LAW LAWYER new school. besides the lost heritage (myself included) have some ipating in destroying it as Patrick M. Gaffney I like the architecture of mentioned above. expectation of amenities they have been doing to Now practicing all aspects of Family the school. It is certainly 1) The students at being close to our homes. date. Law including custody, access, support, unique compared with all the Williams contribute signifi- That is why many of us Please leave Williams property division, divorce and child protection matters. Practitioner of Collaborative Family schools they are building cantly to the financial health live here and that is why where it is. Law - a client controlled, lawyer assisted, now in York Region. of the Yonge street mer- many of us are actually able Rebuild it if you must. out-of-court process focused on achieving mutually acceptable solutions for separating Typical of the style in the chants. These merchants are to get by with one or fewer But it is important and families. middle of the last century, it is about to take a significant hit cars in our households. necessary where it is. ¥ 1/2 hour free consultation rare in these parts as there already with the construction No offence to the people Do not move it. ¥ accepting Legal Aid were few schools built in York of a new Wal-Mart on the out- moving into new subdivi- skirts of town. Taking away sions, but they do not have #205 - 16610 Bayview Avenue, Newmarket Region at that time. Darryl Moore PH: 905-953-0023 [email protected] It is an important land- these customers will only aid that same expectation. Aurora mark for Aurora. It became in the demise of our Yonge Now we've had the sen- the high school to replace Street commercial area. iors’ centre move away, we've Wells Street School which 2) One of the reasons had many aquatic programs was the first high school in given for possibly moving the move away to the new rec. Aurora. school is that it will be closer centre, now we are going to It may not appear to be to a lot of Aurora's new resi- have our local high school important architecturally dents. What, of course, is move away as well. now, but in another 50 years never said is that it will be a Slowly but surely the pow- it would be just as valuable to lot farther from most of its ers that be are forcing down- us as Wells Street or Church current residents. town residents to either move Street schools are now. If they move this school as away themselves or pur- HUGE Williams must not TIRE SALE move, reader says Thurs. Apr 26 land to have adequate If the school cannot be 3 DAYS ✁ Open letter to school trustee, Gord Kerr. playing fields for team repaired, then build a new Fri. Apr. 27 sports is so arrogantly one behind it and tear Sat Apr. 28 I was greatly dismayed dismissive of students down the existing one ONLY to hear the news of the needs, that it is infuriat- when it is finished. The ✁ potential closing of Dr. ing! land on Bayview should G.W. Williams Secondary Do these bureaucrats only be for an additional School. not even read all the latest school, not a replace- FREE SAFETY KIT What short sighted studies of the benefits of ment! thinking on the school physical activities in high With the purchase board's part! school and the potential Jane Salhani That high school is an dangers of obesity? 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$557/MTH 60 MONTHS $565/MTH 48 MTH SMARTLEASE installing nest boxes WAS FOR CARGO + $23,900 EXT., 5.3L Z71, NICE FOR GREAT WORK VAN! NOW PW/PM $22,500 $30,900 To the editor, car park of the Aurora Recreational Centre on The Environmental Wellington Street East. Advisory Committee needs The entrance is just west SmartLease payments are based on 48 or 36 months, 10.25% APR, First your assistance to put up of Leslie Street, on the north payment and security deposit due on delivery. Finance payments based on 6 MALIBUS 60 months, 8.29% APR. OAC, PST, GST, and applicable taxes and fees not more than 80 nest boxes side of Wellington Street. to choose included on lease, finance or sale prices. Contact Highland Chevrolet from! along the edge of the East Bring warm clothes, if last Cadillac for details. Aurora Wetland Complex year’s weather is anything to Wildlife Park. go by, and a square headed $344/MTH 48 MTH SMARTLEASE Help to provide a desir- screwdriver. able home for some of A battery operated power 2006 CHEVROLET MALIBU LT Aurora’s declining bird popu- screwdriver can also be very AUTO, A/C, AM/FM/CD, 4 CYL & 6 CYL lation. advantageous. 15783 Yonge Street We will be meeting on WAS FROM NOW FROM Aurora, Ontario L4G 1P4 Earth Day, Sunday, April 22, David Tomlinson $17,900 $15,900 905-727-9444 Fax: 905-727-6099 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Aurora www.highlandgm.com AURORAN, Week of April 11, 2007 - 11 SPORTS Page 12 AURORAN, Week of April 17, 2007 Eliminate Dukes in five Tigers return to Dudley Hewitt tourney When Wellington, Aurora outshot the oppo- First Overtime A: Paul Zanette (Waller, Henderson) 51-19 on their way to a con- At that stage, it was do- No scoring 9.20 Ontario, Mayor Leo vincing 5-1 victory before or-die for Wellington as they sition 35-15 to take a stran- Second Overtime GAME FIVE Finnegan holds his next nearly 1,000 fans. trailed by three goals and glehold on the best of seven A: Mark Mayea (Williams, Bruni) AURORA 5 series. 0.21 WELLINGTON 1 council meeting Monday, The victory capped a had few chances left to win GAME FOUR First Period April 23, he’ll be wearing an challenging series against a the game. "We played a solid two- AURORA 4 No scoring Aurora Tigers hockey way game and that goes for WELLINGTON 1 Second Period worthy opponent with Aurora Tyler Gordon was rock First Period A: Joey Piccone (Thorburn) 1.43 sweater. prevailing four games to one. solid in net stopping 18 of 19 everybody who suited up," A: Mike Dahlinger (Michalsky, A: Joey Martin (Connolly, Waller) It would have been the "For most players winning shots, 10 of which came in said Coach Dupont. Martin) 2.22 14.06 other way around for Aurora Scoring for the Tigers A: Doug Henderson (Bruni) 13.58 Third Period an OPJHL Championship is the third period as the Dukes Second Period W: Marc Senecal (Franklin) 8.43 Mayor Phyllis Morris, had an experience of a lifetime tried to fight back. were Mike Dahlinger, Alain A: Alain Goulet (Waller, Henderson) A: Mike Ward (Thorburn, Connolly) the Wellington Dukes man- and frankly this group The team now moves Goulet and Paul Zanette. 16.24 9.54 Doug Henderson scored Third Period A: Vince Bruni (Williams) 16.57 aged to overcome the deserves the success onto the Dudley Hewitt hock- W: Glenn Belmore (Franklin) 8.48 A: Colin Williams (Mayea) 19.00 aggressive hockey play of because they have been ey tournament in Iroquois a goal and added two the Junior A Tigers. totally commited to the task Falls, slated to begin April assists. But, after the Dukes fell at hand," said Coach 24. GAME THREE to the Tigers in five games, Jerome Dupont . The four-team tourna- AURORA 4 thanks to a convincing 5-1 He said the team is good ment includes the Abitibi WELLINGTON 3 Aurora victory Friday night, Eskimos who are the hosts First Period enough to win it all if it stays W: Marc Senecal (unassisted) 3.21 the Tiger sweater was sent focused. and Aurora. W: Joe Hall (Brown) 4.19 to Wellington for its mayor to Scoring for the Tigers Two other teams have yet Second Period wear. A: Joey Piccone (Thorburn, Connolly) were Mike Ward, Joey to be decided. 11.18 The arrangement was Martin, Joey Piccone, Vince In the fourth game W: Zach Morbeck (Bockmann, made last week, after Bruni and Colin Williams Thursday, the Tigers drove Franklin) 17.33 Third Period Wellington won the first who scored into an empty into Wellington and came A: Mike Dahlinger (Waller, Martin) game of the league champi- net while Aurora was short- away with a convincing 4-1 5.22 onship playoff. victory over the Dukes. A: Mike Dahlinger (Martin, Michalsky) handed late in the game. 10.56 Perhaps that’s all Aurora needed to hear as the
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Whitehurst would be citizen Council agreed to members. increase the membership Appointed as youth mem- from nine to 11 and include bers were Darby Piquette the two youths as voting and Nameer Rizwi and Carol Walthers was named as the Members of the Monday night hockey league’s champion team - Highland Chev Cadillac - are shown members. Following a February Sports Council representa- here. In the top row, left to right, are John Archibald, Darryl Iwai, Marty McDermott, Chris Neale, Steve tive. Robertson, Jody Matthew, Ken Rumble and Scott Crabbe. In the front row, left to right, are Les Nip, council meeting a closed session was held to appoint Councillors Stephen Dennis Tonello, Brad Wilson, Bruce Chappell and Cliff Sifton. The goalie is Gary Baxter. Highland won members to the advisory Granger, Bob McRoberts the title after defeating Tom & Jerry’s 6-2 in the championship game. Photo by Colin Leach committees, but for some and Evelina MacEachern were named as council rep- resentatives. Decision has been made It was also agreed to amend the terms of refer- ence to increase the overall Horse Show will return to Machell membership to 11. There will be horses in held in the Town Park for presented a fair, chil- town staff allocated the site outside Aurora. Machell Park this sum- many years until Machell dren's events, pony show playing fields in Machell As a result Councillor (until April 22) mer. Park became available. and a modified Grand Prix Park to the Youth Soccer Grace Marsh recom- After a long and Originally held on one on the second weekend. Club causing the Trillium mended the Trillium involved debate with com- weekend in June it was Last year the Society Association to seek alter- Horse Show be held in ments of hostility, it was later expanded to two ran into problems due to a native sites. Machell Park. finally agreed to permit weekends. lack of volunteers and They were looking at Councillor Bob the Trillium Horse Show At one time the Grand financial woes due to the Magna property or McRoberts opposed the Association to hold a Prix was held at the provincial regulations possibly moving the show motion as the Society Horse Show in Machell Aurora Horse Show as a amending the rules about to Joker's Hill in King was taking a year off and Park as the Aurora prelude to the Royal the use of proceeds from Township. the Soccer Club needed Agricultural Society has Winter Fair and a testing bingo games and it was At a council meeting, the fields. been doing since the ground for Olympic hope- decided to take a year off town staff said they had Councillor Evelyn early 1970s. fuls. to regroup. been advised by Buck also opposed the The Agricultural Some years ago the The Society asked the Association officials that motion saying the Trillium Society has been spon- Society made arrange- Trillium Association to the Magna property was Association was a com- soring the Horse Show ments with the Trillium carry on during the first not suitable and if mercial enterprise pro- since 1923 following the Horse Show Association weekend at Machell Park Machell Park was avail- ducing revenue, in spite first Horse Show in 1922 to sponsor a hunter and as had been the practice. able they would run the of staff's comments that on Hazelburn Farm. jumper event on the first However, due to a horse show, or it would be no fee was charged to the The Horse Show was weekend and the Society shortage of playing fields, necessary to find another public for admittance to the Horse Show. When the vote was finally called, the Marsh Tiger prospect camp opens motion to allow the event in Machell Park was approved 6-3, with www.hockeyheaven.net Councillors Buck, in Richmond Hill Thursday McRoberts and Al Wilson Tues-Fri 11am-6pm in opposition. Sat 10am-5pm Sun 12-5pm Even though they haven’t they were the OPJHL North 1), Vince Bruni will be Two to four more NCAA finished playing this year, Division Champions, and in attending the University of scholarships for Tigers are the Aurora Tigers Provincial 2004, the team went all the Alabama-Huntsville pending. Junior A Hockey team opens way, winning the Dudley (Division 1), Andrew Favot Anyone interested in try- its prospect camp Thursday. Hewitt title in Ontario, and will be attending Rochester ing out for the team and The camp, which will take the Royal Bank Cup, for the Institute of Technology. seeking further information place at the Elvis Stojko and country. 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Friday, April 20 and contin- top 20 of musicals most fre- ues until Sunday, April 22. quently licensed by Music The story, based on the Theatre International, Bridge Old Testament, translates which is unusual for a show the nine chapters of the that never played on Book of Genesis into a joy- Broadway. results ous and enchanting family Its popularity has spread Tuesday, April 3: J. musical for the 21st centu- by word of mouth. The ry. Composer Stephen score is a favourite of many Longley & O. Smolak; M. & Schwartz retells the human Schwartz fans and includes P. McFarlane; M. Little & B. Students at the Aurora Nursery School helped celebrate the school’s 54th story from the moment of a vast range of styles Saley; P. Graves & L. Lord. anniversary last week holding a “hop-a-long”, to raise money for the co-op creation until just after the beyond "typical" broadway. program. Auroran photo by Bob Ince flood. The love song "In Whatever Wednesday, April 4: R. The show traces Adam Time We Have" is thought Jenkinson & W. Browne; P. and Eve's adventures as to be the most popular Graves & S. Hulbig; D. & L. the first couple to face the Schwartz song performed Jackson; M. Oglanby & S. Dinner theatre musical delights and heartbreaks of at weddings. Davies. parenthood and journeys The show features a with Noah as he valiantly huge cast of Aurora resi- Friday, April 6: M. Taylor & written around the music dents. Auroran editor Twenty local children J. Aikman; M. & P. Cindy works in a laundro- "Cindy's Birthday", "Birthday Ashton, Marge by Christine gets the nod were chosen to participate McFarlane; J. Demers & P. mat and is happily celebrat- Party", "Walk on By", "We Ford and Dee Dee by Helen- as the animals and as the Caleb; D. & L. Jackson. ing her birthday until the Can Work it Out", "You Can't Claire Tingling. All are excel- The Heritage Canada mailman shows up. Hurry Love” and others. The lent in their roles and Foundation makes awards When he arrives, he songs came first and the accomplished singers and annually in several cate- hands her one letter, which musical was written around dancers with Marge having gories including journalism. says she must pay off a them. an excellent voice. The Foundation believes Flowers $10,000 debt. Enter the hero, a strap- Aaron Smaller has the that historic places are the by Terry It wasn't the letter she ping young man who asks if challenging task of playing cornerstones of a communi- wanted so she goes after he can post a note on the several roles including the ty, identity and sense of 14799 Yonge St. the postman, grabs his mail notice board. Cindy rushes postman, laundry repair place. Aurora pouch and finds her letter. over to welcome him and man, the clown, Johnny Its National Awards Telephone: 905-726-1549 Hurriedly, she rips it open, tells him her name is Cindy, Angel and the hero and is Program recognizes individ- email: [email protected] www.flowersbyterry.com but it wasn't good news, to which he says is the name strong in all his roles. uals and organizations either. of his dog. "Suds" was created and whose work gives new life to It was from her pen pal of He asks permission to written by Melinda Gilb, Canada's historic places. If we wouldn’t take it home why would we sell it to you? more than three years, post a notice for a babysitter, Steve Gunderson and Bryan The award is presented telling her he was calling off which crushes Cindy again. Scott. to a journalist whose work their love by mail romance. Several attempts are The local production was has brought profile to his- In a fit of depression, made to find a man for produced and directed by toric places in Canadian Cindy tries to kill herself by Cindy, including a real char- Mike Mclay, Triz Remedios communities. plunging her head in the acter who appears from the as musical director, Val The Heritage Advisory washer. audience and makes a fool Nantes as choreographer, Committee has recom- • Manicure • Solar Nails All this happens on the of himself, but his falls on Susan Lane as stage man- mended that former • Spa Pedicure • UV Gel Nails dinner theatre stage at stage were realistic. ager and Dave Russell on Councillor and Auroran edi- • Bio Gel • Acrylic Aurora’s Howard Johnson Finally, the hero returns sound and lighting. tor Ron Wallace be nominat- • Air Brush Design Hotel, and the show, called to see if his babysitter notice "Suds" will continue in ed for the Award which was “Suds” continues this week. brought any results and the Queen Elizabeth Dinner endorsed by members of Walk-ins welcome The show has more than explains he needs the Theatre April 21, 22, 27, 28 council. 40 songs, interspersed with babysitter for his dog and May 4 and 13 with a The winner is expected 130 Hollidge Blvd. • 905-727-6030 a radio newscaster. "Cindy" when he is away at Mother's Day special. to be announced in June, Songs include "Please, work. Call 905-727-1312 for and the award presented in Mr. Postman", "The Letter", Cindy is played by Cindy details. Edmonton in the autumn. You’re Invited... to an Jackson takes Peterborough job OPEN From page 1 ing his post April 26. Internet's potential use of ment heads tend not to for the Town's sewer relining However, not everyone wind turbines and a trailer. spend any time at all com- project. thinks the move is happen- He was, according to the plaining," Councillor Buck Most recently, he has ing because of a new job councillor, repeatedly chal- said. "Our world is full of HOUSE continued to exemplify lead- opportunity. lenged, as was the Director prowling predators looking ership throughout collabora- The director has come of Planning, Sue Seibert, for good officers to steal for at tive waste collection contract under fire from a new council and to a lesser extent, solic- other municipalities. Church Street negotiations with the five and his decisions on several itor Shelley Pohjola. Whether Wayne Jackson York Region northern munic- issues have been second- In the ACI issue, CAO went seeking another oppor- Montessori School ipalities. guessed by council. Rogers advised the compa- tunity or whether he was the Thursday April 26th "I am delighted for Mr. Councillor Evelyn Buck ny was in compliance with one sought out is neither Jackson as he moves to a believes the outcome of sev- an Ontario Municipal Board here nor there. My guess is 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. new position in a single tier eral issues in town helped decision. that four more years of the municipality that will use his Jackson make his decision. "Early in this melodra- same will not be looking very A Math Workshop will begin at 7 p.m. matic farce, I circulated an e- good to the rest of our man- tremendous talents to their Among them, she cited a followed by a question period and tour. fullest," said John Rogers, street lighting issue on a pri- mail indicating that depart- agement team right now." the Town's Chief vate walkway between a Please call 905-727-7181 to register Administrative Officer. "I am Canadian Tire store and the saddened, however, that the Mosaic Town House • A first class Montessori program Town of Aurora is going to Condominium Association; a www.youngdrivers.com • Located in a historic home misleading article in a local lose a top notch Senior • Large, treed back yard Manager. He has served the newspaper about a non-exis- Town well and we will miss tent problem with Aurora's MAY 5 • CASA (2 1/2 - 5 years) and toddlers his astute ability to resolve water quality; fumes from an problems and to lead the adhesive being used to seal GIVE YOUR CHILD A SECURE BEGINNING way with innovative solu- material needed to re-line 2 WEEKENDS tions." storm water pipes; and the 17 CHURCH ST., AURORA Mr. Jackson will be leav- issue that went on for weeks 905-726-4132 2nd street south of Wellington, east off Yonge about Aurora Cable AURORAN, Week of April 17, 2007 - 15

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Pot Luck event set for April 25 By BRIAN WARBURTON We’re still waiting for warmer weather this spring- time, and if this is global warming then I conclude it is overrated, in fact it is a bust or just exaggerated, or it has the dates wrong, or Aurora has been left out. The days are getting longer and that is about all that is true. When I mention the upcoming Spring Pot Luck and Choir Concert event Wednesday, April 25th, doesn’t the very thought of this occasion make your mouth After 17 years’ service with Aurora Home Hardware, Grace Richard retired last week. She was given a water just a tad? small party at the store Friday. While the staff looks on, owner Russ Barfitt offers cake to the retiree. I attended the last Pot Luck luncheon with my wife Auroran photo by Ron Wallace and brought a dish of lasagna, which I had prepared and which I was determined to taste in the hall during Organ donation bill the event. CRIMINAL It had to be reheated and it was presented on a long table along with a great selection of other foods. DEFENCE Lasagna must have been in favour that day because may defy the odds YOUNG mandatory for anyone in BAIL when I got to the dish it was all gone, to my chagrin Private Member’s Bills OFFENDERS and the great amusement of my wife. rarely make their way through Ontario, 16 years of age or the complicated legislative older who applies for, or However, I did not go hungry, there was no chance WILLS, REAL of that; I have to be careful with what I eat but that maze, but Progressive renews, a driver’s license or ESTATES ESTATE leaves me plenty of room to satisfy myself and I did Conservative MPP Frank health card, to answer an Susan E.Tucker just that; and by any standard the choice available was Klees’ Organ Donation Bill may organ donation question. FAMILY Lawyer & Notary Public rich, varied and plentiful. be defying those odds. The proposed question LAW 905 727-7775 The last Pot Luck event was great fun and very well As the result of an all-party would allow for a “YES”, “NO”, attended, and we are advised to sign up in advance agreement, Klees’ Bill 67, an or “Undecided” response, but this time at the front desk to ensure our place. Act to amend various Acts to key, Klees said, is that every- So I advise, sign up. Senior women in particular require a declaration with one, on a regular basis, would know how to handle an event like this and if they plan respect to the donation of have to give serious considera- to attend, they will be first to sign up, so now you know! organs and tissue on death, tion to the issue of organ dona- The idea is that everybody brings an appetizer, a has been scheduled for Public tion. main course or a dessert, and enough for about five Hearings Thursday at Queen’s “Most people when asked if Light up your life! people, and declare what you plan to bring when you Park and for clause-by-clause they support organ donation sign up. consideration April 26. say ‘Yes,’ but few ever sign a Lighting ¥ Fixtures ¥ Fans This works very well and nothing goes to waste, it Klees is an Aurora resident donor card,” he said. “This sim- gets used up one way or another. who is seeking election in the ple administrative measure will Great Prices There is no charge, just bring the food and your upcoming October election in ensure that everyone is given smiling self and the choir will sing to you when every- the new riding of Newmarket- the opportunity to take that step 220 Industrial Pkwy. S. 905-841-2832 body has eaten and is satisfied. Aurora. and become a donor.” Call for hours Now we have talked food, what about a trip some- “This is welcome news, not where? Would a trip to the Stratford Festival appeal to for me, but for thousands of you? Ontarians who are affected by That happens May 15 but it’s nearly sold out. the lack of availability of donor Wellington Medical A trip to Woodbine Race Track June 8 is nearer to organs in this province,” he home and a trip to the track is fun if you like horse rac- said. “One person dies every New to the community? ing, and it certainly makes an exciting change if you three days waiting for an organ Expecting a baby Walk-in Clinic have never visited the track before. transplant in this province. I am at your house? Newly Engaged? If you make a bet and win, I guarantee it is a thrill convinced that the implemen- Dr. John Fitzsimons • No Appointment Required you will remember for a long time. tation of this Bill will significant- New Business/ ly increase the availability of Professional? • Travel, Wart and Acne Clinic Other trips are available and information is always Dr. Anthony Nguyen available at the front counter or at the table display just organs and save lives.” A Civic minded • Online appointment past the front counter. The Bill would make it Business interested Now accepting in sponsoring new patients Book at www.medhelp.ca Welcome Wagon?

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Belinda retires from politics Training Services (905) 713-3733 Please see page 1 go a long way to getting the kind auto sector and economy is in a her inability to speak French. Stronach in an earlier election. of publicity Ms Stronach has period of great challenge. So I She lost to Harper and, • Aurora’s First Choice For Driver Training Since then, Ms Hall Findlay been able to muster for the rid- am stepping aside from elected although she subsequently won sought out the Liberal leader- ing. politics for the time being and will in the riding of Newmarket- • In Driver Education since 1979 ship, in a battle that saw the 47- Her publicized romances, now take part in public life in a Aurora, she and Harper were • MTO Approved Course Provider year-old, fluently-bilingual lawyer with Foreign Affairs Minister different way." never on the same political sitting on the sidelines after the Peter MacKay and hockey play- Frank Stronach, her father, is page. ON-GOING MONTHLY CLASSES first ballot. er Tie Domi, the rumours of a the founder and chairman of In May, 2005, two days www.ontarionewdrivers.ca Ms Hall Findlay has recently relationship with former United Magna. before a confidence vote that accepted the nomination in the States president Bill Clinton, her She also said she wants to threatened Martin's minority Pay as you go! riding of Willowdale for the yet-to- changing hair colour and her spend more time with her chil- Liberal government, Ms be-announced federal election. fashionable attire kept her in the dren, two teenagers, and vowed Stronach stunned political She was not available for spotlight perhaps more than her to continue campaigning to end observers by crossing the floor comment following the Stronach political moves. poverty and disease in Africa. where she was immediately announcement. But none of that entered into Ms Stronach becomes the sworn into Martin's cabinet as Meanwhile, Ms Stronach told her comments last Wednesday 16th Liberal MP to decide not to human resources minister. the national media she would afternoon, even though several seek re-election. After the Liberals were Your overhead-free continue as the Liberal MP for media-types tried to get her to Stronach, following her defeated in 2006, Ms Stronach option for administration Newmarket-Aurora until the next talk about it. father’s failed attempt to get into flirted briefly with seeking the and sales support! election is called and she will "I am always assessing the national politics several years Liberal leadership, but ultimately 905-841-9364 immediately rejoin her father's best role I can play in public life, ago, has been an MP for three bowed out of the race. Email: [email protected] • www.virtual-option.com multibillion-dollar empire, Magna and, after being encouraged by years. Not one to shirk her respon- International Inc. as it heads into members of the corporate lead- And she entered at the top. sibilities, Ms Stronach made her what could be a brisk bidding ership at Magna to return, I have After working behind the announcement in Aurora After the closure of Aurora Vacations I took time off to assess war for auto giant Chrysler. decided that the timing of my scenes to bring about the merg- Wednesday afternoon, flew to the current trends in the travel industry. Earlier this year, the Liberals return to the business should not er of the Canadian Alliance and Ottawa for an interview, then moved the constituency office be delayed," she said in a news Progressive Conservative par- returned to a Liberal Association As I return to the profession I love, I am an agent who is from Newmarket to Aurora. release. "My father is looking to ties, Ms Stronach ran in 2004 for meeting in Aurora Wednesday committed to excellent service. In order to attain this goal, I am operating, as an independent agent who strives to meet your If Jones does manage to win the future, the company is facing the leadership of the new night. travel needs by offering unsurpassed personal assistance and the nomination, and subse- important strategic decisions, Conservative party, undeterred Mr. Jones was also at the attention to detail. Please contact me. quently the election, he’ll have to and the Canadian and global by her political inexperience and meeting. Alric Lytwyn Email: [email protected] RUMOURS AND RAMBLINGS 416.417.6843

The new restaurant replac- MONTESSORI NIXED answered only to find there is Wellington and Yonge has dis- ing the former Trio and In August, 1988, Aurora complete silence on the line appeared. Why? Wellington's is named "Bistro Council received an applica- and, after saying "Hello" a few During recent weeks more 171" and you may be wonder- tion for an official plan and times or "Is there anybody than $5,000 worth of chewing ing where the name came zoning amendment for a five- there?" you hang up in frustra- gum was stolen from big- from. room Montessori school and tion. chain grocery stores in SERVICES Oiginally, the Trio was day care centre on 4.5 acres At one time, it was Durham and York and other ¥ Acupuncture ¥ Chinese Herbal Medicine ¥ Tui Na Massage named for the three on Elderberry Trail, just west of explained that it was a com- locations across southern TREATMENTS Spasopoulos brothers, Bill, Yonge Street. puter activated call as the next Ontario. ¥ Pain Management ¥ Infertility & Menopause Care ¥ Cancer & Tumors ¥ Many Internal Illnesses Telly and Ted. By a 4-2 vote council in line, but because the previ- The theft is estimated to Dr. Annie Chen Ph.D TCMD (Traditional Chinese Medicine Doctor) They were the owners of decided the school was ous call was longer than antic- be about 144,000 pieces of OVER 20 YEARS EXPERIENCE unsuitable for the residential ipated, there was nobody gum. Why? the Three Coins Restaurant in 15208 Yonge St., Aurora • 905-713-0666 Richmond Hill before purchas- neighbourhood after residents there when your phone rang, ing the former Cousin's Dairy objected at the public planning but, why? Bar and opening it as the Trio meeting. A prime question for driv- Restaurant in January, 1970. The developer was so ers approaching a green traffic It became Wellingtons of incensed at council's decision light is how much longer it will Aurora in November, 2003, he threatened to develop the remain that colour. operated by two brothers and property as a pig farm as it One hint comes from the a sister, Nick, Jim and Anita. was zoned rural. flashing "walk" signal, but It is now operated by WHY? that's not always a good indi- another trio, Richard If the speed limit on cator as the wider the road- Canadian highways is 100 way the longer the flashing Allardyce, who was born in km/hr, why are car manufac- light. Aurora and says he's coming turers allowed to build and sell The best indicator was the home, and his partners, Bryan vehicles to the general public countdown signal that provid- Vallipuram and Omar Kelly. that can travel at much higher ed information to pedestrians They also have a restau- spends, resulting in street rac- how many seconds they had rant in Toronto on Yonge ing, high speed police chases left before the light changed to Street near the Rosedale sub- and a lot of fatalities caused by red. way station and is named excessive speed. Primarily designed for Bistro and the Yonge Street Other than emergency pedestrians, they were of address. vehicles, there is no need for great help to motorists in pro- Here in Aurora the restau- high spends. Why? viding information as to rant is named after the last One of the most frustrating whether to prepare to stop or three digits of the Yonge Street experiences happens when proceed. address which is 15171, so it’s the phone rings and is The countdown signal at Bistro 171.

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