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Rower Matthew Buie has won two medals at the PanAm Games.

Buie earned a gold in the men’s quadruple skulls on July 14, with teammates Julien Bahain, Rob Gibson and Dean Will. The day before, he won a bronze medal in the men’s double skulls, with Pascal Lussier.

Buie, 27, is from Duntroon.

The Clearview Arts Festival promises a day of arts and entertainment at Station Park in Stayner, presented by the Stayner Chamber of Commerce.

The day begins at 9 a.m. with an art exhibit featuring more than 30 artists. The featured artists work in a variety of mediums. Art show coordinator Frieda Linke said there will be everything from fine art to artisans including people who paint on rocks and gourds, jewellers and even a tea blender who makes exotic teas. The exhibit continues until 6 p.m.

A line-up of performers will take to the stage throughout the day including the Jeans for Teens fashion show and dancers from Dance by Design and The Danceroom.

Musical performances begin with Linke Band at 11 a.m.; Jessica Bowman is on at 2 p.m.; David Russel at 3 p.m.; James Stevenson at 4 p.m.; Jason Redman at 5 p.m. and headlining is The Spoons at 7:30 p.m. Admission is free.

Bleu Venue Events is hosting the Backyard Glam Tour in Creemore this weekend. The tour features six area backyards professionally styled by local designers and decorators.

The Creemore Log Cabin will be the host venue site for guests.

A night tour will take place on Friday, July 17 from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. and the day tour takes place the next day, on Saturday, July 18, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tickets cost $25 and are available Seasons, The 100 Mile Store and Flowers by Ms. Design.

Visit www.bleuvenue.com for more information.

Clearview Arts Festival in Stayner Saturday

Buie medals at PanAm

Backyard glamby Trina Berlo At the open ing o f Clea rv iew Township’s council meeting July 13, Councillor Robert Walker moved to go in camera at the end of the meeting to discuss a personnel matter.

Just before 9 p.m., council and staff began a two-hour closed-door session to discuss the employment of Tim Hendry, the township’s newly hired communications and marketing coordinator.

During the meeting both shouts and laughter could be heard from council chambers at different times.

At the end of the in camera session, Clearview Mayor Chris Vanderkruys said during the meeting he had declared a conflict of interest and passed the chair to Deputy Mayor Barry Burton.

He sa id ra ther than answer questions, he preferred to release a statement the following day.

“Council has determined that after much discussion with senior staff and members of council that Tim Hendry achieved the position on his own merit, without any influence from myself, my position as mayor or from our personal relationship. The senior staff members who participated in the interview process with the various candidates were not aware of any personal relationship and did not become aware of the personal relationship until after the decision to hire had been made and communicated publicly. It was only after the decision to hire had been made and communicated publicly that the personal relationship was made known,” reads the statement.

“It was clearly stated that I did not disclose the personal relationship with Tim Hendry as I did not want the hiring process to be positively or negatively influenced by my position

Hendry hired on merit: Mayor

(See “Township” on page 3)

Staff photo: Fred Mills

jersey girl Emma McNabb, of Stayner, was one of many who got to pet a cow at Miller’s Dairy Day July 11. For the fourth year, Marie and John Miller have invited everyone near and far to come and look at their beautiful, spotless farm and meet the girls, of course. Both young and old got to meet the staff and tour the facility. For more photos, visit www.TheCreemoreEcho.com.

by Trina BerloToronto-based Invenergy Solar Canada is proposing a large-scale solar project in Clearview Township.

The p ro jec t i s p roposed in partnership with First Ontario Energy on Somerville Nurseries property that is more than 400 acres in size located near New Lowell between County Road 9 and Hogback Road.

Invenergy Solar manager of business development Ryan Ralph told council July 13 that the project

was originally developed by First Ontario Energy for the provincial government’s feed-in-tariff program. The project was pitched in 2013 as the Clearview Sun Solar Project.

It is now being rejigged as a bid in the provincial government’s Independent Electricity System Operator under the large renewable procurement (LRP) request for proposals, due Sept. 1.

Ralph said the detailed engineering is still in the works but the project

Clearview eyed for solar

(See “Solar” on page 7)

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CalendarCOMMUNITY submit your community eventsinfo@creemore.com

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This Weekend

Wednesday, july 22• Caregiver Support Group Meeting from 1:30

to 3 p.m. The caregiver support group connects family and friends caring for a person who is elderly or frail or with various stages of dementia, including Alzheimer’s disease to education and coping strategies in a safe place, while sharing challenges and successes. For more information call Fiona at 705-444-2457. At VON Adult Day Program Sunset Manor, Collingwood.

Thursday, july 23• Come & Go Open House at Creemore Springs

Brewery from 4 to 6 p.m. Please join us for good cheer and hospitality. Don’t miss the official tapping at 5 p.m.

• Honeywood Community Bridal Shower for Michelle Prentice at Honeywood Church at 7 p.m. This will be a Come & Go Money Shower.

• Music in the Park at 7 p.m. at Station Park, Stayner with Southern Comfort, country. Bring your own lawn chair to listen to some music. Farmers' market from 5 to 8 p.m.

Friday, july 24• Movie Night “The Good Lie” playing at Dunedin

Village Hall on at 7 p.m. Suggested donation of $10 at the door. A fundraiser by Out of a War Zone and Into the Hills to sponsor a Syrian refugee.

saturday, july 25• Dusty Trunk Rummage Sale - seeking enthusiastic

sellers (vendors welcome) for our indoor rummage sale at the Alliston Memorial Arena, 49 Nelson St. W. Purchase your booth for $25; includes table, garage sale kit and all advertising and promotion of the event. For more information call 705-435-4900 (Ext. 201) or carol@contactsouthsimcoe.ca.

• Bid Euchre Tournament at Collingwood Leisure Time Club. $10/person. Lunch at noon, registration after 11 a.m. Cards at 1 p.m. Cash prizes. Lucky draw. Share the Wealth. 50/50 draw. Club membership not a requirement. Must be 50+. For more info and pre-registration call days 705-445-9685 or eves 705-444-2475. 100 Minnesota St., Collingwood.

• 50th Honeywood Beef BBQ at Honeywood Arena from 5 to 7:30 p.m. Slow-cooked beef & homemade desserts. Adults $17.50, children 12 and under $7.50, 5 and under free. Proceeds to arena improvements.

• Honeywood Minor Hockey Registration for 2015-2016 season. See Lana at the Dessert Table at the Honeywood Beef BBQ. Half price Registration Fee for 3rd player (youngest player) per family (excluding Mite level, as that level is already discounted). See forms, documents & fees at www.honeywoodhockey.ca or contact Lana at 519-938-7865. We have reasonable rates and local homemade great fries at the Food Booth!

Upcoming events

saturday, july 11 to saturday, july 18• Green Light District – Pop Up Shop! Gorgeous

imported furniture and accessories from Green Light District’s store in Toronto, available at The Creemore Shop & Co-op for a limited time! Truly unique and stunning pieces for your home. 145 Mill Street.

Friday, july 17 to saturday, july 18• The Backyard Glam Tour. 6 stunning backyards.

A night tour on Friday from 8 to 10 p.m. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday. Host Venue Site, The Log Cabin. Featured property, Lavender Hall. A portion of the proceeds to support local charities. Tickets are $25 each available at Seasons of Creemore, Flowers by Ms.Design & 100 Mile Store. For more information visit www.bleuvenue.com bleuvenueevents@gmail.com 705-888-2860.

Friday, july 17 to Monday, july 20• Nottawasaga Daylilies is open. Come and see the

peak bloom. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 3757 Conc 3. See ad on page 8 for directions.

saturday, july 18• Creemore’s Log Cabin is open with History Hosts

from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. to welcome visitors and tell them about the cabin and its first families. (The Cabin, Creemore’s only surviving log residence, was built in the 1870s and is now located on Library Street, between the Old Jail and the Creemore library.) Open each Saturday morning until Thanksgiving.

• 9th Annual Mystery Tour of the Hills Tractor Tour. For the ride of your life. The tour will start and end in the Dunedin Park. The route includes farmland, back roads and much more. Coffee and muffins at

the start ($2), a mystery lunch catered (price to be determined) and the tour ends at The Dunedin Hall mid afternoon. For more information call Neil 705-466-5190 or Stan 519-925-6782.

• Dunedin Hall is hosting a Roast Beef Supper from 4:30 to 6:30 pm. $15 for adults. $6 for 12 and under, children 6 and under free. This is a fundraiser for the hall renovations. For advance tickets call 705-466-2181 or 466-3071. Tickets also available at the door.

• Clearview Art Festival. Open-air celebration of art, artisans, food, music, and dance at Station Park, Stayner from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Music & entertainment from 11 a.m. Jason Redmond Band at 5:15 p.m.; The Spoons at 7:30 p.m.

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Thursday, july 30• Music in the Park at 7 p.m. at Station Park, Stayner

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Thursday, August 6• Music in the Park at 7 p.m. at Station Park,

Stayner. Bring your own lawn chair to listen to some music, farmers' market from 5 to 8 p.m.

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by Kenneth KosowanIn Ontario, there is a long-standing tradition of excellence in draft horse exhibitions.

After a very successful show in 2014, the committee members of the Essa Canadian National Draft Horse Exhibition (ECNDHE) and the Essa and District Agricultural Society are excited to announce the particulars and continue that excellence in 2015.

The exhibition will return to the Essa Agriplex in Thornton August 1-2 this year.

A full slate of line classes for Belgian, Clydesdale, and Percherons will start at 9 a.m. on Saturday morning with mares, followed Sunday at 9 a.m. with stallions, geldings and youth classes.

Opening ceremonies, including the singing of the National Anthem is scheduled on both Saturday and Sunday at 1 p.m. Afterwards, starting at 1:30 p.m., horses will be decorated in their stable colours and adorned with leather harnesses to perform in their respective classes, including the six-horse hitch classic series class each day.

Following the judging of the classic on Saturday, the exhibition is proud to announce, new this year, the eight-horse hitch class.

On Saturday evening, starting at 6:30 p.m., horse enthusiasts should prepare themselves for the much-anticipated horse pull competition. Draft horses

will have the chance to show their power and strength and fans will see why these horses are so important to agriculture. The Gypsy Vanner Horses will be competing as part of their own show on both days again this year.

New to the exhibition this year, The Commercials are coming on Sunday to entertain the crowds and compete in various hitch classes throughout the afternoon. The Commercials are a breed of horse that served this nation at

Celebrate the August long weekend with horse pulls and line classes at Essa Canadian National Draft Horse Exhibition

Finest draft horses strut their stuff at exhibition

Staff photo: Trina Berlo

Tequila, a Belgian draft horse, trains for the mare cart class at the upcoming Essa Canadian National Draft Horse Exhibition in Thornton August 1-2, with owner and driver Robert McArthur at his Cashtown farm. The McArthurs have entered three horses in the exhibition.

the turn of the 20th century as delivery animals in the City of Toronto and other urban centres in a time too easily forgotten.

On Sunday, champion mares, stallions and geldings from all breeds return for an opportunity to compete in the Fisk Canadian Ultimate Supreme Draft Horse Halter Challenge.

A silent auction will be held during the weekend event, with artisnal crafts and agricultural goods being available for bidding. Additionally, food vendors will be on site for the convenience of exhibitors and spectators alike.

After the cancellation of the National Exhibition’s Horse Show in Toronto in 2014, members of the draft horse community rallied together to bring premium draft horse exhibitions to the

public. Presented by local horse owners,

breeders and exhibitors and the Essa and County District Agricultural Society, the Essa Canadian National Draft Horse Exhibition offers an exciting weekend just north of the city on the August long weekend.

The Essa Agriplex is a 100-acre facility located just south of Barrie, Ontario at 7505 10th Line in Thornton and is operated by the Essa and District Agricultural Society. The Agriplex facility officially broke ground in August 2011.

The Agriplex offers event facilities for agricultural, educational, recreational and historical functions.

For more information, visit www.ecndhs.com or www.essaagriplex.ca.

as mayor. I understand that the optics of the situation could have been easily misconstrued, but I would like to formally confirm that I did not influence or have anything to do with the interview selection, interview process or the final hiring decision.”

On July 10, The Creemore Echo published an article linking Hendry to Mayor Chris Vanderkruys after it learned that the new hire for the much-debated position was the mayor’s daughter’s boyfriend.

Clerk Pamela Fettes said council went into closed session Monday to discuss personal matters about an identifiable individual.

“There were no resolutions arising

from the closed session,” said Fettes by e-mail. “I confirm that there has been no change in direction with respect to the decision made by township staff to hire the communications/marketing coordinator position with the Township of Clearview.”

Clearview’s human resources manager Pavlina Thompson told The Echo last week that Hendry was awarded the job through a points-based selection process.

Hendry is a social media marketer and owner of TRH Marketing, based in Wasaga Beach. He graduated from university last year.

Hendry will report to CAO Steve Sage, who has been away on holiday, returning to work July 20.

(Continued from page 1)

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The Collingwood Street Bridge is on the minds of many this week.

Construction was to start Monday but there hasn’t been much action so far.

The bridge is many things to many people; it’s a way to get from here to there, a place to walk, to be inspired, to fish, a hangout for teenagers and a backdrop for photos.

It’s a shame to see the old bridge go but if it is to be replaced, the county’s decision to reposition the old steel trusses on top of the new concrete bridge seems to be a best possible compromise.

It is still a hard pill to swallow for those who campaigned to save the bridge.

For some, it has been a long battle.The bridge replacement comes five years after

the county first signaled its intention to replace the bridge with a two-lane concrete structure.

During those years, there were times when hope was in sight.

Bridge supporters came up with plans and schemes as to how to save the bridge but none worked out.

In 2013, the year the bridge turned 100 years old, Clearview council voted two times not to declare the bridge a culturally significant heritage property. That same year, the community held a party on the bridge to mark the anniversary.

In 2014, there was a political turnover and two people involved in the preservation of the bridge were elected to council; Barry Burton, who was the head of the save-the-bridge committee, was elected deputy mayor and Chris Vanderkruys, whose grandfather built the bridge, was elected mayor.

But even with two heads of council and other members who supported preservation, it proved insufficient to save the bridge.

It all came down to the wire in the spring when the county was preparing to begin construction.

There were a few last ditch efforts to take ownership of the bridge. The mayor even called an emergency meeting while the county held off issuing a construction tender.

But when it came right down to it, there wasn’t enough council support for having the bridge downloaded to Clearview without the assurance that it would also have enough money to pay for all the necessary upgrades.

Several council members wanted to save the bridge but not if it was going to cost Clearview taxpayers.

With the loss of the steel bridge on people’s minds, it had some lamenting the loss of the old pedestrian swing bridge that once crossed the Mad River at the foot of Mill Street.

Bob Stephenson found a photo of the bridge in The Creemore Echo’s online archive of “The Way we Were” submissions. It’s doubtful it would meet the standards of a proper detour in this day and age. (see photo at right)

Editor: Thank you for raising awareness of the “small

gesture” Clearview has made by allowing the bank swallows to finish their nesting season.

Indeed, it is all too rare, and it is good to hear that Tony Clarke was recognized for his action. Most endangered species are diminishing in numbers

because of loss of habitat due to development. So, now that the swallows have found a small piece of appropriate habitat, must it now be destroyed? Would they find an alternative next year? It could be a “grand gesture” to leave it intact.

Michael Monahan,Mulmur.

Crossing that bridge

A pedestrian bridge used to cross the Mad River, at the foot of Mill Street.

Would be “grand gesture” to leave bird habitat intact

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Editor: Shame on The Echo for its mean-

spirited attack on the new Clearview Township communications director and the clearly false suggestion that there is something wrong with his being hired because he might have more than a platonic relationship with the mayor’s daughter.

Does The Echo not know that, in the absence of a criminal record or a troubling police check, the personal life of a job applicant cannot be a factor in any hiring decision by any organization?

Applicants for a position with the township, or for that matter any other employer, are required to meet advertised position criteria and usually the candidate with the best qualifications is given the position.

Introducing some hidden criteria based on a candidate’s personal life could easily lead to a discrimination lawsuit against the employer.

Perhaps The Echo was attempting

to suggest by innuendo that the mayor influenced the hiring decision.

If that was the idea behind the article then the writer should have been more careful to check the facts on which members of the township staff were involved in the hiring decision and should not have stooped so low as to try to sully the reputation of the mayor, his daughter, the successful applicant for the advertised position or the township management and staff.

We are accustomed to better journalistic ethics from The Echo than this.

At a minimum the newspaper owes those it attempted to tarnish an apology for having tried to link the personal lives of people serving the taxpayers of this township with their professional judgment and abilities.

The article in question was offensive and demonstrated very poor editorial judgment.

Rowland Fleming, Creemore.

Editor: “Obviously they dont (sic) have

much to write about but at least I made the front page.” (Mayor Vanderkruys Facebook Account)

The Creemore Echo exercised its fundamental right, and responsibility, to publish a story on the front page that exposed a possible rule infraction on hiring practices under the mayor’s watch.

I commend the mayor on responding candidly and publicly, encouraging an open dialogue with his electorate. However, I take issue with his choice of words.

By definition, obviously is an adverb that means, “easily perceived or understood.”

A writer uses obviously at the start of a sentence to add grammatical impact to what is following.

An example could be, “Obviously, smoking is harmful to your health.” When such clarity exists, it is obvious

that obviously is an obvious choice of words.

When, however, one is offering their opinion as opposed to stating a well-known fact, using such a powerful word has different ramifications.

The writer is using obviously to express their strong belief in their opinion.

Starting a sentence with obviously then has the potential to offend, or bully the target audience.

Mayor Vanderkruys’ choice to write “Obviously, they dont (sic) have much to write about…” was an aggressive response, using sarcasm to criticize the ethics of the Echo’s reporting.

Some may say that the mayor, being completely innocent of any wrongdoing, is justified to that aggressive response to protect his reputation.

That, obviously, is not so obvious.Keegan Stueck,Creemore.

Editor: The front page and inside article

about a municipal hire was very petty. As a former municipal employee

for three municipalities (not this one) and over three decades, I can attest to the due diligence given all employee matters.

Attacking verbally a young man and the mayor for could have/might have/

Editor: I read this editorial (No Place for

Nepotism, July 10) with interest. It suggests that the communications

and marketing coordinator hiring was fixed, that policies were transgressed and that the whole issue is sinister.

Let’s consider a couple of things before we lynch some unsuspecting applicant.

Taxpayers want the best skills available to bring to a township job position.

This applicant appears to have the required skills and experience, and

even passed a juried test.Although many businesses do have a

policy of not hiring related employees, such is not the case in Clearview where there are several directly and indirectly related employees on the payroll; (not unusual given the small populace from which to draw staff.)

At this point, there is not even an indirect relationship in the Hendry case, and the applicant is apparently highly qualified. So I fail to see the reason for such righteous indignation.

Doug Mills,Creemore.

maybe should be given second thought if ever the occasion should arise again.

If wrongdoing is indeed, in any situation of public service, is proven to be in question, then indeed focus on it.

Clearview is very fortunate to have the high quality of elected officials and staff to manage the township business.

Gail Andrews, Creemore.

Coverage demonstrates poor editorial judgement

Applicant is apparently highly qualified

Mayor's Facebook response aggressive, sarcastic

Municipal hire article, editorial very petty

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Wednesday, september 9th 2015

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Staff photo: Fred Mills

Linda Kelly winner of the special award for best lily, sponsored by Rural Roots Greenhouse.

Staff photo: Fred Mills

BlooMin' WiTH pride The Creemore Horticultural Society's annual Flower Show was held July 11 at Station on the Green. The Most Outstanding Award went to the beautiful display by Kathy Meeser (from left), Dorothy Shropshire and Louise Meeser, called Second Time Around because it was made entirely of recycled items.

Staff photo: Fred Mills

The prize for any other annual under 42 cm three stems award went to Gail Martens for her bouquet of begonias.

Staff photo: Fred Mills

The winner for the Judges Choice Award Youth Division 9-15 years old was Jamie Wright, sponsored by Bob Ransier.

Staff photo: Fred Mills

A Garden Picture (Ages 5-8) Judges Choice Award sponsored by Curiosity House Books winners were Matthew and Riley Mills.

Gail Martens photo

Amylyn and Rebecca Wagner, the grandchildren of Sherri Wagner, love being able to cut flower from their grandmother’s gardens for the flower show.

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would generate between 40-70 megawatts.

This is the second solar project that has come before council recently.

LRP projects are exempt from the municipal planning process but proponents are seeking council support in order to strengthen their proposals.

The township is hosting public meetings on behalf of the proponents even though council is not being asked to approve the projects, only to show support for them.

A public meeting for the Invenergy Solar project will be held at town hall on August 10.

BluEarth Renewables first outlined plans for a 29-megawatt solar farm at Edenvale Aerodrome at a June 1 council meeting.

At a public meeting hosted at town hall on July 13, two people asked questions about glare and maintenance of the tree line, which is used as a sight buffer, but no objections were voiced.

Part of the process is to develop a community benefit fund, which will result in money being paid to the township.

Ralph said a 78-megawatt project in Chatham has resulted in more than $150,000 going to the community since 2011. He said the level of funding and whether or not it is paid annually or in one lump sum is up for negotiation with council, who would direct how the funds are used within the community.

Both proposals will be submitted to the provincial government’s Independent Electricity System Operator under the large renewable

procurement (LRP) request for proposals by Sept. 1. Contracts would be awarded in December.

All large-scale renewable energy projects are being managed through the township’s Large Scale Renewable Energy Protocol, approved by council in March.

The township has been inundated with inquiries from applicants interested in large-scale solar projects since a provincial request-for-proposal submission stage opened up under a procurement process through the Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO).

IESO has attached a point system to the approval process. Applicants are awarded points for consultation with the township or a group within the township and the more points they get, the more likely they are to get a

contract.If council chooses it can resolve to

support the project and enter into a development agreement.

Proponents do need to access municipal property in order to distribute the energy to the grid.

Councillor Kevin Elwood provided notice last month he would be bringing forward a motion August 10 asking that the township not enter into any agreements “until the province passes legislation to ensure that all municipalities are not left open to any municipal assets being used as any form of security by a third party corporation in conjunction with any renewable energy project”.

The Invenergy Solar project public meeting will take place at 7 p.m. on August 10 at town hall, located at 217 Gideon St. in Stayner.

solar developers to share profits with municipality(Continued from page 1)

Staff photo: Fred Mills

on exCHAnge Local 4H members Jessica Whitley, Grace Squires and Hope Verra were among South Simcoe club members to welcome a 4H Club from Kyle, Saskatchewan during a 10-day exchange this week.

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NOTTAWASAGADAYLILIES

Julie & Tom Wilson(705)466-2916 • www.wilsondaylilies.com

Directions: Take Airport Road south past Avening. Turn west on the 3/4 Sideroad and follow signs to farm. #3757 Conc. 3. Terms: cash or cheque.

Our gardens are in peak bloom.

Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday~ 10 am to 5 pm ~

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Clearview Sun Solar Project

Notice of Public Community Meeting For a Project Proposal Under the Large Renewable Procurement

The proponent identified below is proposing to submit a proposal to the Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) to design, build, and operate a Large Renewable Project for the generation of electricity under the IESO’s Large Renewable Procurement (LRP).

The LRP is a competitive process for procuring large renewable energy projects generally larger than 500 kilowatts. At the conclusion of the LRP, the IESO may award contracts for successful projects up to the specified procurement targets for each renewable fuel: 300 megawatts (MW) for wind, 140 MW for solar, 75 MW for waterpower, and 50 MW for bioenergy.

This notice is being distributed to notify members of the public of a public community meeting that has been scheduled to discuss the Large Renewable Project proposal. Information regarding the proponent, the Large Renewable Project proposal, and the meeting details are described below.

This public community meeting is being held as part of the early community engagement requirements of the LRP. The public community meeting will present details about the Large Renewable Project and its proposed connection line. Representatives of the proponent will be available to discuss the Large Renewable Project and the overall LRP process. Should this Large Renewable Project be awarded a contract, the Large Renewable Project would need to obtain all required permits and approvals and conduct any further required community engagement activities.

Further details regarding the LRP are available at www.ieso.ca/lrp.

Proponent: Clearview Sun Solar Energy Partnership

Qualified Applicant from the LRP Request for Qualifications stage associated with the proponent: Invenergy LLC

Name of the Large Renewable Project proposal: Clearview Sun Solar Project Renewable fuel of the Large Renewable Project: Non-Rooftop Solar Proposed capacity of the Large Renewable Project (MW): 50 MW

Proposed connection point of the Large Renewable Project: Existing 230 kilovolt circuit, South of Concession Road 2 Sunnidale, East of Kearnan Road

Proposed location of the Large Renewable Project and proposed Connection line: Clearview Sun Solar Project is located on multiple properties near Concession Road 2 Sunnidale and Sideroad 6 and 7 Sunnidale, Clearview, ON. (see map below)

Public Community meeting information Township of Clearview Council Chambers 217 Gideon Street, Stayner, ON Date: August 10, 2015 Time: 7:00 p.m.

Contact information for the proponent Ryan Ralph Senior Manager, Business Development (416) 901-9463 clearviewsuninfo@invenergyllc.com 120 Front Street East, Suite 201 Toronto, ON M5A 4L9 www.invenergyllc.com/clearview www.invenergyllc.com Clearview Sun Solar Project Map

Contact information for the Township of Clearview: File No. 2015-024 Amy Cann, Community Planner Township of Clearview 705-428-6230 x242 acann@clearview.ca 217 Gideon St., Stayner, ON LOM 1S0 Township website: www.clearview.ca

Seems I have had a mental margarita and forgot some things.

Because we forgot to sing Happy Birthday last week we took care of it July 9, also I forgot to mention that July 16 was potluck.

President Ray Leighton thanked Judith Turner for candies.

It is sad to hear that due to doctor’s orders, our president must resign as of the end of December this year. Please members, consider stepping into this position.

A question was presented as to whether a dealer could over-call a moon shot as is allowed for any other call. It was noted that with a call for a moon shot all other calls are ceased.

We had 39 members out for cards and lucky draws were won by Evelyn Warden, Ruth Lougheed, Alinda Bishop , Phyllis Seed , Corrine Brownridge, Jim Rigney, Morris Tymchuk, Wayne Brownridge, Ray Broad and Sherry Lohnes.

Three moon shots were played by Ruth Lougheed with the travel prize to Dave Smith, having two.

Winners for cards were Ruth Lougheed, 270; Judith Turner, 266; Marg Hennessy, 259; Paul Turner, 258 and low went to Pat Broad, 60.

A man and his wife were having problems at home and were giving each other the silent treatment. Suddenly, the man realized that the next day he would

need his wife to wake him at 5 a.m. for an early business flight.

Not wanting to be the first to break the silence he left a note where she would see it, asking her to please wake him at that hour. He woke up and it was 9 a.m. so he was furious and went

looking for his wife to ask why she had not wakened him when he noticed a note which said, “It is 5 a.m. Wake up.” Men are not equipped to handle these kinds of contests.

An old cowboy with tattered clothes and boots entered a church in a very wealthy community. He was looked upon strangely and of course shunned. After the service the priest took the man aside and suggested he have a talk with God as to what was proper attire for such a prestigious church. Next Sunday, the cowboy returned dressed as he had been the Sunday before. After the service the priest again approached him and said, “I thought I asked to you to talk to God as to what he should wear to this church.”

The old cowboy replied “Yes, I talked to God about what to wear and his reply was, “I have no idea because I have never been in that church”.

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AlUMni AWArded Keith Ritchie, originally from Creemore, was awarded the Engineering Medal of Achievement from University of Guelph. The Engineering Medal of Achievement is the highest honour awarded by the School of Engineering and recognizes alumni whose contributions to the community, engineering, education, business and industry are so significant that they bring honour to their alma mater and fellow alumni. This award recognizes lifetime achievement and sustained commitment to excellence. Nominees demonstrate both professional and volunteer contributions made on international, national, provincial and/or local levels, as well as demonstrated leadership in business, cultural activities, and contributions to other organizations within our communities.

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Weekend Weather

Friday, July 17Risk of thunderstorms High 21 Low 19Wind SE 25 km/hPOP 80%

Saturday, July 18Mainly sunnyHigh 30 Low 20Wind SW 15 km/hPOP 20%

Sunday, July 19Risk of a thunderstormHigh 29 Low 19Wind S 15 km/hPOP 70%

Games&FUN

Find this week’s answer in Classifieds

by Ken Thornton

Spike & Rusty Word Scramble

Guess what Rusty? I won first prize at

the Legion's speaking contest. They said my

C I O N D I T was impeccable!

I wouldn't have expected any

different, Spike.

Sudoku by

Barbara Simpson

1 2 67 33 2 8 4

4 8 13 5 9 4

2 3 56 5 7 9

4 85 7 9

5 9 8 1 7 4 2 6 37 6 4 9 3 2 1 8 53 1 2 5 8 6 4 9 76 7 9 4 2 8 5 3 18 3 5 6 1 7 9 4 22 4 1 3 9 5 8 7 64 8 6 2 5 3 7 1 99 2 3 7 4 1 6 5 81 5 7 8 6 9 3 2 4

ACROSS 1. Opposite of fem. 5. Crèche trio 9. Farm area12. One of Canada’s most

prominent composers13. Most senior man in a group14. Make unable to think clearly15. Superior to others17. Liveliness18. After in French19. Shipping inquiry21. Skiing locale23. Traditional knowledge24. Reptile with elephantine legs27. Breathes in quickly, usually

from shock31. Tip of a pouring spout32. Calendar abbreviation33. Where Sarajevo is34. Actor Baldwin36. Wakiki welcome38. A piece of cake39. Go for a walk41. Stripling42. Part of TGIF43. Humiliation44. Fit to be trusted47. Step made in walking49. Formerly50. Spanish dish52. In the lead55. Closely confined56. With everything included60. Calculate the value of61. Trombone part62. A zero score in tennis63. Flamenco cry64. Exaggerated publicity

Canadian Criss Cross

Find the answer to this week’s Crossword on the Classifieds page.

50. Loud ringing of bells51. Poker stake53. Sailor’s call54. Hindu god55. Athlete who plays for pay57. Fall over

65. Young hawk

DOWN 1. The Weather Network graphic 2. Taj Mahal site 3. Trickle 4. General who was Canada’s

leading field commander in World War II

5. First working day, typically: abbr.

6. Affirmative vote 7. Easy to handle 8. Opening words, for short 9. After-Christmas event10. Autocratic ruler11. Craving13. Garbage grinder, in a kitchen14. Death16. Liquefy20. Jason’s ship22. Granite-like rocks that form

the outermost layer of the earth’s crust

24. Condition of cultivated soil25. Story set to music26. Shoulder scarf28. It slowly glides about29. Skiing trail30. Puts into words31. Scottish girl33. Good-natured joking35. Try hard to win37. Golden circle40. Sharon of “Boston Public”44. In fact45. Feel pain46. Wooden mallet48. Cymbals sound

58. Lyric poem59. Case in law

July 17, 2015

Fred’s Funnies

Answer on Classifieds page

A regular at Bob’s Bar came in one evening sporting a matched pair of swollen

black eyes that appeared to be extremely painful.

“Whoa, Sam!” said the bartender. “Who gave those beauties to you?”

“Nobody gave them to me,” said Sam. “i had to fight like crazy for both of them.”

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Pet Care

Auto MechanicAccountant

Member of the Certified General

Accountants of Ontario

Ramona A. Greer CGACertified General Accountant

7351 Hwy 26, Stayner

(705) 428-2171

LawyerGeneral Practise

of LawMediation and Alternative

Dispute Resolution

www.ferrislaw.ca

190 Mill StreetT 705-466-3888

John L. Ferris

Megan L. Celhoffer

Animal CareAlternative Energy

Bus. (705) 428-3393 ~ Res. (705) 466-2343

Valley Auto & TechRepairs to all makes of cars and light trucks!

Garry Stamp, Owner/Operator

Safety’s & Fuel Injection218 Main Street,

Stayner

General ContractingRenovations & Repairs

Drywall • Painting Carpentry • Tile Work

Masonry • RoofingMake one call - we do it all

Over 30 years experienceNeil I McAvoy 705.466.3804

Contractor

Rentals

7685 Cty Rd 91 • 428-0131

Susan’sGroomingSalon

31 Caroline St. E East entranceOPEN Monday to Friday

(705) 466-3746

PROFESSIONAL GROOMING FOR ALL BREEDS

T. NASH

Servicing Creemore and surrounding area

PLUMBING

(705) 466-5807Licensed and insured

Plumber

Custom Ironwork

Wrought Iron CreationsCustom Iron Work

Design • Welding • Refinishing Tubo and Tyler Kueper

ironbutterfly.ca705-466-2846

Iron Butterfly

PlumberMachine Shop Facility

8:00a.m. to 4:30 p.m.-Monday to FridayBook ahead for Saturday ServiceDon Brearey or Gloria Howie

705-466-2149

• Custom Steel Fabrication & repairs• Decorative Iron Railing, Fences & Gates

WeldingWelding Services

705-466-3334

Party PlannerCountry Wedding &

Event Facilitator705 888 8072

fred@fredmills.ca

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• Service Directory •

Gravity Sun Powersolar generation

for energy savings and incomeprofessionally designed and

installedJeff Williams • 466-5741

Computer Repairs

RON’S CERAMIC TILESKitchens, Bathrooms, Entranceways

Fireplaces, BacksplashesIndoor/Outdoor work

Ron Briere Tilesetter/Installer705-466-6462 • rlbriere@gmail.com

Free Estimates

Tiling

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Flowers

COMPUDOCSERVICES

Complete IT Support705-434-8236

brad.garbs@gmail.com

Dave North • 705-718-7370

HorsesLandscaping and Lawn Care

TOWINGTowing at its best!

For all your towing and recovery needs!

Kells Service Centre80 High Street, Collingwood

(705) 445-3421 • Fax (705) 445-7404

Towing

Easy on the EyesExterior Painting

BARNS • FENCES • HOUSES • EQUIPMENTSANDBLASTING & PRESSURE WASHING

(705) 791-5478

FREE QUOTESHANDYMAN WORK

NEIGHBOURLY SERVICE

BARN ROOFING

TYLER KUEPER

Painting

Gardening

3 Seasons Garden CareExperienced gardeners offering custom service

519.938.6197

Swept Away• Chimney Cleaning• Maintenance• Annual Inspections

Roger Maes

705-435-8503

Chimney Sweep

Gardening

Landscaping

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Top Soil • Aggregates Peat • Quad Mix • Manure

466-6769 • 431-1838DOBINSON CONSTRUCTION

Large & Small Loads,

Weekend & Evening Delivery

Available

Landscaping

Chrissy JacksonOwner/manager/certified barefoot trimmer

758397 2nd Line East • Mulmur519.938.1019

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SKY BLUE EQUESTRIANBoarding/training/lessons

TOWNSHIP OF MULMURInvites applications for the position of

PART-TIME TREASURY ASSISTANTReporting to the Treasurer, the successful candidate will be responsible for administrative and treasury functions.Responsibilities

• General Treasury functions• Answers phone and front desk enquires • Performs general office duties including typing, fil-

ing correspondence, scanning, ordering supplies, etc.

• Coordinates recreational and fundraising activities• Secretarial duties and other duties as assigned

Qualifications• High School graduate plus an additional post-sec-

ondary education or any equivalent combination of experience and training

• Minimum of 2 years of customer service and/or municipal experience

• Strong computer skills, specifically MS Office• Excellent attention to detail, accuracy, analytical,

problem solving, organizational and management skills

Salary Range: $17.73 - $19.96/hr, 3 days/wk, 7.5 hrs/day; with possibility of full time hours. Some evenings may be required. Full job description posted on Township website. Please submit resume to Heather Boston, Treasurer, no later than August 7, 2015 at 4:00 pm.

Township of Mulmur758070 2nd Line E.

Mulmur, ON L9V 0G8Fax: 705-466-2922 E-Mail; hboston@mulmur.ca

We thank all those applicants who apply. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Personal information collected will be used in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. If successful as a candidate, a criminal record check will be required.

MULMUR RECREATiON COMMiTTEE

The Township of Mulmur invites members of the community to apply for the following openings

on the Mulmur Recreation Committee:three (3) members including one (1) youth

memberHere is your chance to enhance the quality of life

in your community, by promoting community spirit and creating opportunities for engagement!

The Committee aims to identify and promote municipal recreation facilities, events and

opportunities.Application forms can be obtained online at www.mulmurtownship.ca or by contacting the Township Office. Applications can be submitted in person, by mail, fax or email to thorner@mulmur.ca. The deadline for

applications is August 26, 2015.

Calling all sports fans! With the Pan-Am Games coming to our region, the Dufferin County Museum and Archives is getting into the spirit. Come out to the museum grounds Sunday, July 26 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. and watch as the Ontario Northmen Lacrosse Team demonstrates its lightning-fast skills and techniques.

There will be kids-only photo opportunities. Local artist David Arrigo will be loaning the Museum some of his award winning helmets.

As well, explore our new sports exhibit, Team Spirit and look back at the early years of hockey, lacrosse, equestrian events, baseball and more. Perhaps we have your team photo in our archives? Or an old jersey? Food will be available for purchase.

The museum is located at Highway 89 and Airport Road.

Dufferin County Team Spirit Exhibit opening

Mosquitoes like to breed in standing water. Protect against West Nile virus (WNv) by reducing breeding sites in your yard. Drain collected rainwater and change the water in birdbaths weekly and put screens on rain barrels. For more information, visit simcoemuskokahealth.org.

Reduce mosquito breeding sites for West Nile virus protection

The Alzheimer Society is looking for people to volunteer at its tag day August 14 and 15 during two-hour shifts in Collingwood, Stayner and Wasaga Beach. Proceeds go to support the society’s programs and services. Anyone interested is asked to contact the volunteer resources coordinator for an Interview at 705-722-1066 or mglanfield@alzheimersociety.ca.

Alzheimer Society tag days

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EChO Classifieds Submit your classified ad by 5 pm Tuesday: call 705-466-9906, fax 705-466-9908, email info@creemore.com,$15 + hst for 25 words or less

Spike & Rusty: DICTION

1 2 67 33 2 8 4

4 8 13 5 9 4

2 3 56 5 7 9

4 85 7 9

5 9 8 1 7 4 2 6 37 6 4 9 3 2 1 8 53 1 2 5 8 6 4 9 76 7 9 4 2 8 5 3 18 3 5 6 1 7 9 4 22 4 1 3 9 5 8 7 64 8 6 2 5 3 7 1 99 2 3 7 4 1 6 5 81 5 7 8 6 9 3 2 4

This week’s answers

For sAleHAy for sale – Small squares and 4’x5’ rounds of horse hay. We deliver year- round. Call Norm of Stonehedge Farms at 705-466-2607.

PRODUCE: Fresh local new potatoes, black currants, gooseberries, pick your own raspberries at A & D BirdSeed & Farm Market, 1617 County Rd.42, Stayner. 705-428-2465For Sale

3 vintage Laura Ashley DRESSES (like new). Perfect for summer celebrations. UK sizes 12, 14, 16. Also for sale a beautiful sleeveless white Laura Ashley blouse. Never worn. UK size 16. Call Marion Bell at 705-440-7742 or marion-bell@hotmail.com.

WAnTedA Collector trying to recreate an old time GENERAL STORE is looking for items found in a General Store before 1955. Eg. tea tins, tobacco tins, candy tins, postcards, bottles, magazines, old paper items, comic books, signs, toys, advertising, old store stock etc. Cash Paid 416-745-4981 or 416-953-6219.

serViCes

Elliott Painting and Decorating, over 30 years experience with excellent references. Booking for 2015 for interior painting/wall papering. Call for free estimate 705-466-2356.

Experienced Computer Technician new to the community and ready to help with your home computer. Specializing in upgrades, anti-virus and general trouble shooting. Contact Brad at 705-434-8236 or email brad.garbs@gmail.com.

College Pro Painters. Call now to set up your free estimate. Call Nathan Fuller at 705-441-6939.

Contractor Repairs , restores, dismantles and jacks up farm buildings, homes, and cottages. Also roofing, siding, doors, windows, beams, posts, foundations, peers, cement work, fencing, eaves troughing, decks, docks installed, repaired, replaced. Brian McCurdy. 519-986-1781.

Dog Boarding - Your dog will enjoy their stay at Club Amarillo. Our Board-ing Retreat boasts indoor and outdoor runs including large pack walks, groom-ing, flat screen TV, hand walking and more all set in the beautiful Mulmur hills. Contact Dana Mailhot 705-466-6556 dana.rose10@hotmail.com.

Georgian iRepair. We are a local smart device repair shop located in Stayner. We repair smartphones, tablets and the odd computer (PC or Mac). One of our techs (Chad Christie) lives in Creemore. On site or drop-off service available please call or text (705) 607-2423.

Rod the Window Cleaner – You deserve a clear view! Residential. Commercial. Staging. All windows welcome. Call Rod Grabham at 705-351-0768. References on request.

For renTO n e b e d r o o m s e c o n d f l o o r APARTMENT for rent, Mill Street Creemore. $700 per month, heat, hydro, water & sewer included. Smoke free building. 705-721-3646.

Help WAnTediN HOME CAREGiVER required for female adult. No experience necessary, will train. Email for specific job description, hours, etc to juneflower834@gmail.com

FloridA renTAlFLORiDA RENTAL. Lovely quiet setting located near Disney and outlet shopping malls. Sleeps 6, two full baths. A/C. Winterized sunroom. Free wifi, telephone and television as well as washer and dryer. Renters have access to recreation faculties such as Olympic size pool, tennis and shuffle courts. Lake access. And lots of golf courses! Call 705-466-2150.

HorsesThis year, the Cosack family is celebrating the 50th anniversary of Peace Valley Ranch in Mulmur. Check us out for Horse Boarding & Training, Trail & Ranch Riding. www.Rawhide-Adventures.on.ca. 519-925-0152.

WorksHopTaming Wildflowers with Miriam Goldberger at Not So Hollow Farm. Saturday, August 1st from 10:30 a.m. to noon. $10 plus hst. For more details and to register, please visit www.notsohollowfarm.ca.

VolUnTeersVolunteers Needed for Creemore Vertical Challenge on August 8. 25, 50, & 75K run. Starts and ends at Mad River, Creemore. Contact Lee Anbn Cohen at 705-466-3253 or leecohen2011@gmail.com

Lumber • PlywoodTrusses • Windows

Roofing • SidingFence Supplies • CulvertsCedar Posts • Railway TiesFuel Delivery •Oil FurnacesLawn & Garden Supplies

HAMILTON BROS. • EST. 1874 • 705-466-2244hamiltonbros@ultrafastwireless.com2047 Glen Huron Rd, Glen Huron

“Nowhere... but close to everywhere.”

BUilding sUpply

old pHoTos WAnTedDo you have any PHOTOS of special events in and around Creemore that you’d like to share with everyone in our “The Way We Were” section on page 4? Bring them in to The Creemore Echo.

THAnk yoUOn behalf of John and myself, I would like to thank my family and friends for joining us on July 12 to celebrate our 50th wedding anniversary. Your presence was sincerely appreciated. A special thank you to son-in-law Brian for such a wonderful job M.C.’ing. Thank you also to Kareem Thomas (Taste of Paradise fine foods) and his crew for the wonderful spread. The oldest guest was Ken Thornton (97) and the youngest was Charlotte Aldred (7 weeks old). We do not want to forget those who could not attend but sent cards and best wishes. Thanks to all.

Marie and John Blohm

BUsiness For sAle

Work from Home – Be your own boss. After 30 years in the business. You can take over where I leave off. If you would really like to enter the Embroidery & Promotional Advertising Business… There is no better opportunity!

All contacts, clients, letters of intro, factory training included & a mint-condition state-of-the-art Barudan 15 needle Embroidery Machine & all accessories. No Inventory. At $15,000 firm, this business is a gift to the right business-minded ambitious person.

I will assist in the transition and help you to the Nth degree because I want you to be successful. Business is located in the Blue Mountain area. For details, call David at 705-446-0446.

in MeMoriAMDaren COWLiNG 1967-2007

The time, and day, comes and goes, the years also pass but you are still spoke about and missed every day.

We pray that you have found peace and are welcoming the others who have joined you too early as well.

Love Dad, Mom and Shannon

deATH noTiCe

WALKER, Margaret Eleanor Passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 7, 2015 with family at her side at the Stayner Nursing Home in her 83rd year. Margaret (nee Evans) of Stayner, beloved wife of the late Donald Walker. Survived by her children Barbara (Richard) Bell, Howard (Heather) Walker, Janice (Jack) Stephens and Norman Walker. She was the daughter of the late Norman and Tena Evans. Dear sister of the late Kathleen (Ken Kerr) and the late Leone (Murray Breedon). Margaret will be missed by her grandchildren Jennifer (Kevin) Miller, Laura (Brad) Wells, Peter Stephens, Andrew (Markie) Walker, Vanessa (Sean) Barker, Jonathan (Kim) Bell and Michael Stephens and her great-grandchildren Evan and Alana Wells and Brier Miller. Friends were received at the Carruthers & Davidson Funeral Home – Stayner Chapel, 7313 Highway 26, Stayner (705-428-2637) Sunday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral Service was held in the Funeral Home Chapel Monday, July 13, 2015 at 1 p.m. Interment Stayner Union Cemetery. If desired, donations in Margaret’s memory may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or Stayner Nursing Home Residents’ Council. For further information and to sign the Book of Memories, log on to www.carruthersdavidson.com.

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Call Fred at 705-466-9906 or

fred@creemore.com to book your ad.

Deadline is Tuesday at 5 p.m. for that Friday's paper.

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Presented By Stayner Chamber of Commerce

#ClearviewArtsFestival

July 18th: 9 am - 9 pm

FREE CONCERT AT 7:30 PM HEADLINING THE SPOONS

Artists Artisans Food Music Dance

• 11:00 - Linke Band • 12:00 - Dance By Design • 12:45 - Linke Band • 1:30 - Dance Room • 2:00 - Jessica Bowman

• 3:00 - David Russel • 4:00 - James Stevenson • 5:15 - The Jason Redman Band • 7:30 - The Spoons• 9:30 - After party at Friends Pub

MOFFAT DUNLAP REAL ESTATE LIMITED, Brokerage

905-841-7430www.moffatdunlap.com

John Dunlap, Broker of Record Peter Bowers, Sales Representative

A magical 1800s stone house plus coach house positioned down a long private drive on 84 acres. Principle rooms and porches overlook crystal clear trout ponds. Exposed stone walls, elevator to 2nd storey games room, eat-in kitchen with fireplace. Horse & cattle barns. Workshop. Minutes south of Lake Belwood.

Mulmur Township has named Cheryl Russel senior of the year.

T h e a w a r d w a s presented to Russel at council’s July 2 meeting.

Russel , is the true embodiment of civic r e s p o n s i b i l i t y a n d community engagement. H e r m a n y y e a r s o f volunteering with the M u l m u r To w n s h i p council, and her long service on the board of directors of CORE (Conserve Our Rural Environment), a volunteer ratepayer’s group that monitors and challenges proposed land-use changes that could have an adverse impact on the quality of life in Mulmur, speak

to her strong belief that “municipal politics are the most important politics because they have the greatest impact on your everyday life”.

As a past volunteer board member of the Headwaters Arts Festival and Art Show Chair of the festival, and the current benefactor of two arts prizes for local high school students, Russel has tirelessly worked to

showcase and promote the arts in Mulmur and Dufferin County.

Russel truly cares about the entirety of Mulmur’s well-being, giving back to the community that has given her so much, said township officials.

Mulmur names senior of the year

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Cheryl Russel with Mayor Paul Mills.

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