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A citizen‘s group â€" S.A.V.E. (Sensible Approach to Vaughan’s Environment) has retained legal counsel in the person of Mr. John Richardson of the firm, Hassard, Elliott, to argue against their own elected officials at the OMB hearing. S.A.V.E. has con- sistently questioned the desirability of the project, its location, the negative impact on the local people and the hidden costs involved. DeSpite unusual and hasty planning procedures in the Town of Vaughan and York Region. OMB hearings on the ‘Maple Midway’ are set to begin in Maple on October 31. Local politicians do not seem to think that a site plan filed in advance is necessary prior to ap proval being given. Letters If there is credit to be bestowed on a politician for correcting this dreadful infringement of peoples‘ property rights D‘Arcy McKeough would be the last person to choose by any thoughtful person. I was very active on behalf of the Boyle Group which is a group of residents on the West side of Yonge also threatened with being expropriated by the Provincial Government. The only provincial You perhaps are unaware that during a meeting between the Langstaff residents and Mr. McKeough, the same honourable gentleman suggested to one of the residents that if she raised too many violent objections to what the Government proposed, the bulldozers would be used to level the com- munity I am amazed at your editorial comments praising D‘Arcy McKeough for his humane treatment of the people in the Langstaff area. You seem to ignore the fact that it was D‘Arcy McKeough as Minister who was totally responsible for the Langstaff area people being threatened by demolition in the first place. The Minister did apologize in the Legislature for his statement but never- theless the statement had been made. Earlier, D’Arcy It burns me up when I see how the money is wasted. Perhaps in Richmond Hill or areas where they are not so much needed. The fancy sports stadiums and all kinds of other recreational facilities are being built whether they are needed or not. The townships are constantly calling for higher taxes, and what do they do fo'r you? In Europe, house taxes are less than half of what we are paying here. My lot is 80 x 180. I have a septic tank, pick up my own mail, have a terrible ditch, and I pay over $1,000 in taxes. Not much. They write on your taxbill “local im- provements” but local improvements are never done in my area. The way the prices are going, people will soon not have enough money to go to these places. It is beyond my comprehension why house taxes have to be so high. How does the Town or Government expect me to pay more when I already have reached the limit. Already there is talk of higher taxes next year when the sewer goes in. Is the government prepared to put people out on the street if they cannot pay anymore? i u n This reader has reached limit on tax payments Editorial amazed her “Maple Midway" OMB hearings begin Monday McKeough, Stuart Smith and Stephen Lewis questioned the location and impact upon the local townspeople and strongly suggested that Taft locate somewhere else in Ontario. Studies done by the developer seem to be the only source of in- formation upon which Vaughan and York have based their decision. F.l.R.B. (Foreign Investment Review Board) required in- formation before ap- proving the development but that information is confidential and will not be released. In addition, a market study done by the com- pany has remained secret and no one outside the company apparently has access to the information. Only the decision of FAI.R.B. is made pubiic. The development, if it is approved, will be located politician who assisted us in any way was our Provincial Member, Alf Stong. He was kind and con- siderate enough to attend our meetings thereby providing the moral support we so badly needed a year ago. Expenditures up 25 Because we had no funds to fight the government Alf Stong helped us prepare our brief to the hearing of- ficers and arranged to have our brief presented and witnesses called. Our presentation was a major reason for receiving favourable treatment by the hearing The Ontario Treasurer has announced that grants to municipalities are to be stringent in 1978. This announcement will probably be used as an excuse for tax increases by local politicians. The total budgeted expenditures have gone up by 25.5 per cent since 1975. hardly an indication of restraint on public spending. The parks and recreation budget in- creased by 42.6 per cent and the recreation programs budget in- In view of this, I reviewed the Richmond Hill budgeted and actual expenditures for 1975-77. to determine how well the taxpayers’ needs have been provided for. Box 669 Oak Ridges Jack Funk Local residents know that pressure has already begun to develop other commercial outlets on their major streets and many do not believe their council will fight long or hard to stop it nor to prevent increased traffic in their neighborhood. at the comer of Highway 400 and Major Mackenzie Drive on 320 acres of Class A farm land. Traffic conditions on Highway 400 will worsen, especially on Sunday, when cottage traffic is returning to the city. As volunteer sponsor of Parent Concern, I would like to thank you and Doreen Livingstone for the outstanding article on child abuse (Liberal, October 5). Better understanding can help us all deal with this serious and in- creasing problem. Members of Parent Concern feel they can find warmth and caring and support in the group; can develop new skills in parenting and in relating tp others in positive ways. Parent Concern en- courages members to sort through feelings of inadequacy, frustration, low self-esteem and to stimulate positive feelings about them- selves. I hold great admiration and respect for a parent who takes that first big step and asks for in‘ formation about Parent Concern. Sincerely. Joyce How well we cope with the anxiety producing periods of crisis â€"â€" those not related to the development of the family (sicknessh job changes, marital con- flict. . A) and those that are related (early stage of marriage, first child, school age, adolescen- ce. . .) depends on how accepting we are of self which determines how accepting we are of others and of situations. Story was ’outstanding reader says Any parent reading this letter who feels it is possible that their child may be verbally, physically or emotionally injured as a result of their words, actions or at- titudes, please call me at 884-3503. I know he prefers to work quietly and ef- fectively for all his constituents and perhaps would not seek the glory which you have mistakenly bestowed on D’Arcy McKeough. However, I feel the record should show who helped and who didn’t. If the rationale of your editorial is pursued then a thief should be praised when he ceases to steal. officers and for this the Boyle Group will always be indebted to Alf Stong. The parks and recreation budget is about one-fifth of the total budget. In fact. the parks and recreation budget was overspent by about $160,000 in 1975 and by about $120,000 in 1976. This is over 10 per cent of the budgeted figure each year and suggests a serious lack of control. At a time of high unemployment and a depressed economy this is out of proportion unless creased by 73.5 perrcent This seems to indicate the priorities set forth by the reâ€"elected members of Council and the Parks and Recreation Depart- ment. Ron Wilson Ted Pickles Coâ€"Chairmen S.A.V.E. Liz Therrien President. BoyleGnoup “ Deborah Nye weds ' Wayne Hin dmarch The wedding took place fit the Richmond Hill United Church with Rev. Robert K. Shorten of- ficiating. Deborah Elizabeth Nye, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Peter Nye, Levendale Road, Rich~ mond Hill, was married recently to Wayne Hind- march, son of Mr. and Mrs. Douglas Hindmarch of Sarnia. Merv Badke, a friend of the groom, was the best man, and other gen- tlemen attendants in- cluded Rick Emery, a brother-in-Iaw of the groom, and Chris and Warren Nye, brothers of the bride. Virginia Bregg of Rich- mond Hill was the Maid of Honor, while bridesmaids included Mrs. Gwen Emery, the groom's sister. and the bride’s cousins Karen and Denise Maxwell. --'Phe~-bride wore an empire line gown in white Jersey featuring a wedding band neckline and a lace bodice It included several portages, the longest of which was one and a half miles, and numerous rapids. Fortunately, the group Recently, a group of Grade 11 Richmond Hill High School boys went on a canoe trip through the Algonquin Park area. The group, consisting of Pete (The General) Gurney; Steve (Sissy) Garlick; Steve (Spread Eagle) Young; Mike (Lily Dipper) Webb; Martin Wildberger and Don Hutchinson (known as Zig and Zag because of their prowess handling a canoe); Trevor (Eagle Eyes) Schiller; and Ian (Ranger Rick) Hepburn, were led by Don Fleming and Neil Gallichan. The route was about 60 to 70 miles long in total, covering some 18 lakes and rivers. RH HS The fact that funds have been diverted from the Protection and Transportation budgets to the parks and recreation budget is clearly in line with this philosophy. There is room for substantial savings in the 1978 budget if Council will take control of the spending and not leave it in the hands of the ad- ministration. Council intends to make Richmond Hill the pleasure land of Ontario. It is about time that council starts to face the realities of life. By JANET ROBBINS Grade 7 7 students conquer Algonquin R. Marquis 46 Roosevelt Drive Thomhill. % u make the untario. 4'"an The boys’ basketball team, coached by Roger Cote, is just about to get its season underway. They hope to have an exhibition game against Dr. G. W. Williams Secondary School in Aurora this week. The mother of the bride wore a deep aqua jersey gown enhanced by a cape effect back, and a delicately pearl-beaded neckline. Her accessories were in a matching tone. The mother of the groom was in a mint green jersey gown, topped with a .matching chiffon cape. The bridesmaids wore floor length gowns of lemon yellow jersey, accented by chiffon jackets with belled sleeves. sprinkled with tiny seed pearls. The bishop sleeves were cuffed with Chantilly lace and pearls, and the dress had a full chapel train edged with mat- ching lace. A juliet crown of lace, seed pearls and crystals held a lace trimmed veil of silk illusion. The Maid of Honor was dressed in the same style of gown but in chocolate brown jersey. To coniplete the en- semble, the men wore dark brown tuxedos The games ranged from the flour blow to the old favorite sponge throw and balloon bust. BASKETBALL The girls’ basketball team has been quite busy. On October 13, they beat Thomhill 31â€"27, the first team to do so. They will also compete in the King City Tour- nament Nov. 18 and 19. UNIVERSITY NIGHT This year, University Night is being held at the school on November 2. Representatives from. Ontario universities will be at the school to explain their educational facilities. had good weather, with the only weather obstacle being a strong headwind on the return trip. The boys wish to thank Mr. Fleming and Mr. Gallichan for leading them, and Mrs. Webb for driving them part way up. SADIE HAWKINS The annual Sadie Hawkins Dance was held last week. This, of course, is the dance where the girl asks the boy. On October 17, they lost to Langstaff 61â€"49, but bounced back with a 67-57 win over Bayview. The evening included regular dancing, square dancing, games and prizes. The intramural event on October 15 was a tug of war. Each grade challenged any grade of its choice to a match of strength and power. Unfortunate’ly. the rope broke. TUG OF WAR Out of town guests attended from Nipawin, Saskatchewan; Winni- peg, Manitoba; London, Sarnia, Port Hope, Midland, Fonthill and St. Catharines. T h e c o u p 1 e honeymooned in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, and upon their return, took up residence at 50 Baif Boulevard, Rich- mond Hill. accented in brown satin, with ruffled shirts co- ordinating the colors of the girls’ dresses. SHARP Electronic Cash Register! Electronic Business Systems 151 Carlingview Dr., Unit 5 Rexdale, Ont. M9W 554 Tel. (416) 675-2025 So much to drive The '78 Scirocco accelerates from O to 80 km/h in 8.2 seconds. 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