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Peter 01y of Baker Avenue, Rich- mond Hill looks over the 53 silver dollars he won for coming the closest to guessing the delivered price of a 1930 Model “A” Ford on an advertisement by Little Brothers Ford in The Liberal of 1930. His guess of $890 was within $2 “There is no question of any wrongdoing on his part," Councillor Goodwin finally an» nounced after continuous It wasn't until after the meeting was adjourned that a rather restless audience of 38 spectators and five members of the press heard Councillor Terry Goodwin proclaim no wrongdoing on the part of planning director John Dewar. The special meeting of Vaughan town council held July 13 to deal with the requested resignations of planning director John Dewar and chief administrative officer Lori Staples was officially adjourned, but the action was by no means over. Residents angry over Dewar severance A-2 â€" THE LIBERAL. Wednesday. July 19. 1978 $24.99 Whitefield , New York Sirloin Steaks 10 Lb. Box Nescaie Instant Coffee 10 oz. Iar DISCOUNT FOOD WAREHOUSE. WE’RE HERE TO SAVE YOU REAL MONEY ON GROCERIES. When We're Open Monday Tuesday Wednesday Even before it started the meeting was not destined to be your average run-ofâ€"the-mill slow, quiet Vaughan town I “I welcome the people here tonight," the mayor said. “The only thing I am damned sorry about is that I tried to get three or four spokesmen (from members of the audience) to address council. but I got ruled out in the backroom. I was cut off." Andit wasn’t until after the meeting was adâ€" journed that Mayor Garnet Williams openly revealed he is having internal problems with some members of his council. prodding from four or five members of the audience. WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO LIMIT QUANTITIES. PRICES EFFECTIVE \‘VHILE QUANTITIES LAST of the correct price of $888. Shown with Mr. Oly is Herb Dixon, left, New Car Sales Manager, Don Little Ford, and Lloyd Hardy. sales representative. The contest was part of the Liberal‘s 100th An- niversary and Little’s 53 years of Ford service to the community. Palmolive Dishwashing Liquid 32 oz. council meeting. The session was slated to get underway at 8 pm. At 8.33 pm. two members of the audience knocked on the door of the backroom Ithe room adjoining council chambers where members of council usually hold their private encounters) shouting. “we are waiting.“ This was acknowledged by a voice in the backroom assuring. “we‘ll start at 8:30." That incident had more effect than an an- nouncer warming up a television studio audience before a show. The spectators were loosened up; they were ready. Another impatient onlooker suggested he was going to, “make his own resolution and -10:OOa.m.â€"62OO p.m -10:OO a.m_.-6:OO pm Allan's Orange Crystals 3% oz. Pkg. 29¢ CLOSED After a recorded vote on the bylaw authorizing the agreement (all were in favor». Councillor Fraser announced the amount of the retiring allowance Mr, Dewar will gel. which was met by shouts of “And why “It will become public as soon as we pass it." Mr. Fraser acknow- ledged. “I think we should say that this agreement was reached with our solicitor,“ Councillor Fraser said. “How much are you giving him (Dewar)?“ someone wanted to know. Once the bylaw authorizing the agreement between the Town and Mr. Dewar was read. questions started pouring in from the floor. (At this point, none of the agreement was read aloud and there was no mention made of the $39,987.50 retirement allowance plus accrued salary and vacation pay offered Mr. Dewar). “Are we allowed to speak. Mr. Mayor?” one member of the audience asked. Councillor David Fraser said council members were under the impression they were dealing with these per- sonnel problems in private but it was now obvious it had become a public matter. He also said that it was the “election of council " that the hearing for Ms. Staples be public, but the decision was up to the discretion of her lawyer. Fifty minutes after the scheduled starting time the council meeting got underway. with all members present except Councillor Lorna Jackson. who was away on vacation. Councillor Jim Cameron read the resolution (on page 2) which would normally have been read by town clerk Ted Jackman. Mayor Williams ex- plained later this was necessary because of the alteration to the original resolution calling for a closed meeting which was changed, according to the mayor, at his insistence during the backroom meeting. dissolve council.‘ Iello Powders 3 oz. Pkg. Thursday Friday Saturday The hecklers responded quickly to Councillor Terry Goodwin‘s remark, “we said we would ad- journ until 2 pm. (Tuesday) and we are still sitting here." “This matter has been given very serious conâ€" sideration." Councillor Goodwin assured the spectators, “This matter is not complete until the next meeting is comâ€" pleted.“ Mr. Goodwin also suggested anyone who wants to speak on the personnel matter either publicly or privately. see their solicitor. “We have sat here for quite a length of time.“ one woman complained, “and we have hardly heard two words all night." “They mumble," a man from the audience retorted. “They don‘t want to hear you. they just want your vote. “Are we going to find out what made this man resign?" he was asked. Councillor Fraser said council will be dealing with Ms. Staples on Tuesday and. “in- formation will be available.“ The 25-minute official meeting adjourned and it was back to the speC» tators. should he get it? Would you get it if you quit?“ There were no replies to these questions. Council then approved the request for yester- day’s hearing for Ms. Staples and finally came the resolution to adjourn the meeting. But it was not to be. "What made Mr. Dewar resign?" asked a member of the audience “What did he do?" questioned another. Jean Albert, another member of the audience. brought forth an 80» signature (at that time) petition that will be sent to Provincial Treasurer D‘Arcy McKeough, which demands council make full disclosure to clear up fears of Vaughan citizens of wrongdoing on the part of Mr. Dewar and Ms. Staples. “We do not get involved with this sort of thing because we still have legal things to come,“ Mayor Williams said. Master Kibble Dog Food 10 KG ‘ + DEPOSIT Coca Cola 40 oz. Returnable Bottle -10:00 a.m.-9:00 p.m â€" 10:00 a.m.-9:00 p.m_ -8:30 a.m.-6:00 p.m‘ Mayor Williams turned to Councillor Goodwin with. “if these people are your friends, Terry. you should let them know what's going on." Mr. Goodwin said he did not think it is in the best interest of the town or the people concerned. “There is no question of any wrongdoing on his part," the councillor continued. “If personnel are paid on an annual basis and their em- ployment is terminated. there is provision for a settlement. We have consulted legal advice and I cannot fault the advice we have had.“ All members of council with the exception of Councillor Dario DiGiannanonio were on their feet ready to leave the council chambers when a new questioner broke forth from the audience. “Can I just ask one question,“ he queried. “Councillor Fraser, you handled number four (item four on the agenda) very eloquently. But you have been asked questions you won't answer. Why can we not get more information on Mr, Dewar now. and will we have an opportunity to “I would have thought most of the things we said were heard," Mr. Goodwin answered. “There may be times when we seek advice from our clerk or our solicitor when we should be privileged. but if we can't be heard perhaps we should speak up. I think you've raised a very good point.“ “I don't want to see them fall into a trap." he added. “We have the best interests of the people at hearts.“ Councillor Goodwin also said that employees were entitled to a private hearing if they wanted one. “What I am saying is,“ the woman who had difficulty hearing the proceedings replied, “I didn't ask for information on Mr. Dewar or Ms. Staples. My question is I couldn‘t hear â€" is this the way all council meetings are held?“ “Then why was Dewar fired?“ came back from the audience. WITH IN STORE COUPON Welch’s Jam's Ass. Varieties 9 oz. Iar AND WHEREAS the normal policy of the (‘ouncil 0f the Town of Vaughan is to deal with such matters in private: Now therefore Wit- nesseth that in con- sideration of the sum of two ($200) dollars now paid by each party to the other (the receipt whereof is hereby by each acknowledged), and in consideration of the mutual covenants herein WHEREAS one pur- pose of this special meeting of the Council of the Town of Vaughan is to deal with personnel matters relating to the employment with the Town of Ms. Lori Staples. (‘hief Administrative Officer and Mr. John Dewar. Director of Planning: “Vaughan") of the second part. 1. Whereas Dewar has decided to retire as of July 13th, 1978: John Dewar, of the Town of Vaughan and Province of Ontario, whereinafter called “Dewar‘W of the first part and The corporation of the Town of Vaughan (hereinafter called This agreement made the 13th day of July, 1978. Between: speak on behalf of Ms. Staple‘s defense?" Councillor Fraser said “Following is the resolution passed by Vaughan town council at the special meeting held Thursday. July l3: 11. And whereas Vaughan has decided to pay a retiring allowance in Dewar in recognition of his long service with Vaughan. AND WHEREAS it is TOWN OF VAUGHAN RESOLUTION Moved by .l. M. (‘ameron Seconded by l).K. Fraser The resolution AND WHEREAS Council in dealing with these matters has con- tinued to act based on sound legal advice and Payment to a Registered Retirement Savings Plan designated by Dewar and to effect a waiver of deductions of tax therefrom pursuant to the provisions of the Income Tax Act (Canada). AND WHEREAS there has been unsubstantiated and unproven allegations of irregularities or wrongdoing on the part of Staff of the Town of Vaughan and Council is unaware of any such act and those irresponsible allegations have not in- fluenced Council‘s ac- tions; 3. Dewar hereby remises. releases and 2. Vaughan agrees to execute such instruments as are required to effect a direct transfer of the AND WHEREAS the Council of the Town of Vaughan has acted reasonably and in the public interest in carrying out its responsibilities in this matter: contained and other good and valuable con- sideration, the parties hereto agree as follows: 1. Vaughan coven- ants and agrees to pay to Dewar the sum of thirty- nine thousand nine hundred and eighty-seven dollars and fifty cents ($39,987.50) forthwith upon the retirement of Dewar as a retiring allowance in recognition of his long service with V a u g h a n ( t h e “Payment"), together with accrued salary and vacation pay up to the date of retirement. the (‘ouncil of the Town of Vaughan which has the sole and final respon- sibility to deal with and act upon such personnel matters: the Chief Administrative Officer is protected by the Municipal Act and has agreement Guarantee We guarantee you'll be fully satisfied with our prices and foods. If not. we'll refund you1 money. Cheerftu and instantly When you're satis- fied. we lmow you‘ll be back. How to find us $1.09., RICHMOND HILL Bittners Smoked Picnic Pork Shoulder In witness whereof the parties hereto have executed this Agreement the ~ day of July. 1978. Signed, Sealed and Delivered in the presence of: John Dewar. A. Dimitrijevic. The Cor- poration of the Town of Vaughan. 4. The provisions hereof shall enure to the benefit of and be binding upon the parties hereto and their respective heirs, executors, adâ€" ministrators. legal personal representatives. successors and assigns. forever discharges Vaughan of and from all actions. causes of action, suits, debts. duties. ac- counts, bonds. covenants, contracts. claims and demands whatsoever which he as employee of Vaughan or otherwise now has or hereafter can. shall or may have for or by reason of or in any way arising out of his em- ployment with Vaughan up to the present time. Section 193 of The Municipal Act (Revised Statutes of Ontario, 1970) permits the holding of a closed special meeting of Council. if in the opinion of the Council that it is in the public interest: availed herself of the Act by requesting a meeting of council. within its rights. jurisdiction and responsibilities; AND WHEREAS the formal decisions of the Council on these per- sonnel matters will be released in a public statement at the earliest practical moment; NOW THEREFORE BE AND IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED that this special meeting of the Council of the Town of Vaughan. meet in closed open session to deal with the above personnel matters. 7 Carried â€" Garnet A Williams, Mayor. AND ALTHOUGH