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Re: Abraham Avenue. Thornhill. The Clerk, Town of Markham I would like to offer my comments on the two articles dealing with Abraham Avenue which appeared in the December 6, 1978, edition of the Thornhill Liberal. At the outset I would like to make it clear that the headline “Abraham Avenue residents feel they were mislead“ is a gross understatement. For background, we had previously owned a home on a through street in Richmond Hill and with two pre~school age children we were most concerned about the traffic. Frankly, this was our prime purpose for moving and a quiet street was the main criteria in looking for a new home. After being informed by the builder that Abraham would be a cul~de-sac and prior to signing an offer to purchase our home at 39 Abraham Avenue. we had. in order to be cer- tain. attended the Town offices to determine the status of the street ac- cording to the Town. We were assured by both Planning and Engineering Departm- ents on March 21. 1978, that the street would not be extended and would remain a cul-deâ€"sac. Had there been any possibility or mention of anything else, frankly we The Abraham cuIâ€"deâ€"sac Looking north from Centre Street in downtown Richmond Hill presents drastically different views between 1952 (top) and today. Structures which housed the Canadian Tire store and a Red and White food store, still stand, but their BARNEY DANSON M.P. May you and yours have a Happy Holiday from would not have bought the property. Prior to attending the Town Offices 1 had reviewed a copy of the Registered Plan, ob- tained from the Land Titles Office, and noted the 66-foot wide strip at the end of Abraham (as referred to in the fifth paragraph of the second Liberal article). I discussed this with Engineering Department and was advised that this was because: 1) It is a standard and practical engineering design. 2) It was necessary to leave this width to provide access for maintenance, if necessary, to the 50-foot Metro Toronto easement which extends across the end of the street. 3) There is a one-foot reserve (indicated on the Registered Plan) at the end of the street to prevent the extension and that Abraham would not be extended. All of these ex~ planations seemed to be logical and reasonable and as a result of all assurances we proceeded with the purchase. 1. The asphalt was laid in the form of a cul-de-sac prior to any building and subsequently curbs and sidewalks have been poured to clearly imply a culdesac. I would further add at this point that the attempt at deception has con- tinued all the way along by such methods as: In view of the foregoing we would expect that the Town of Markham will proceed to honor 4. The street was a topic during the recent municipal elections and we were again assured that it would remain a cul~de~sac4 3. Willowbrook Community Association have also been of the impression that Abraham would remain a cul-de- sac and that the “access road" would be blocked off in aproximately November, 1978. 2. Engineering Dep- artment plans show the current construction road as an “access road“ and we had been assured that following completion of construction in the area, the access road would be closed. 49¢ 3%? gnum‘. 12930 YONGE ST. E BORK JEWELLERS 0 K mDGEs fl 10123 YONGE STREET, RICHMOND HILL , j (45-: A .J ‘ tenants are long gone. While the magnificent trees of 1952 have disap- peared, the town has been careful in replanting, and many trees continue to grow on the ever changing Yonge Street. (Photos by Ontario Hydro and Bruce Hogg) K RED ROSE 3 TEA 60BAGS / .i‘ MOZZARELLA 12 02 EACH ITALIAN PARMESAN CHEESELB. GENOUA SALAMI LBI MORTADELLA BONA LB. ONT. GROWN FANCY RED DELICIOUS APPLES 4 LB ONT. GROWN FANCY MACINTDSH APPLES LE 1.5 LITRES PLUS DEP PEPSI COLA 169 FARM FRESH MARKET 12930 YONGE ST. OAK moses AND MANY. MANY OTHER SPECIALS RESERVES THE RIGHT TO L/M/T QUANTITY Humptv Dumptv BUDGET DOG FOOD OPEN EVERY DAY FROM 9:00 TO 9:00 SATURDAY FROM 9:00 TO 7:00 SUNDAY FROM 9:00 TO 7200 lll89¢ POTATO CHIPS We would appreciate hearing from you with respect to the foregoing and if it would be of assistance, would be quite prepared to discuss this matter with Council. Philip and Heather Beed 39 Abraham Avenue, Thornhill assurances sought and obtained in good faith by prospective purchasers (now property owners) and proceed to establish Abraham Avenue as the cul-de-sac we were ad~ vised it was to be. I should mention that while this matter is of concern to all of my neighbors, who I am sure are equally upset, this letter is not an attempt to speak on their behalf as I am certain that they will be speaking either singly or collectively for themselves. 1502. TIN 59¢ 4LBI1uu LB. 18° 109 339 239 139 U.S.A. JUMBO SIZE WALNUTS LB BLANCHED SALTED PEANUTS LB‘ U.S.A‘ SUNKIST ORANGES U‘SA‘ EMPEROR GRAPES MAXWELL HOUSE COFFEE MARINA VEG. OIL 128 02. TIN 329 299 1 LB‘ We would like to put things in their proper perspective. The Heinlzman House Board is comprised of two town councillors and five non-paid volunteer ap- pointees who are charged I would like to correct Eric Baker's miscon- ceptions on the‘ Board‘s Position Paper on Family Life and Sex Education. First, this is not a policy and was not treated as a policy by the Board. This is too dynamic and sensitive a matter to be Letters Chairman answers Eric Baker letter Even those residents of Richmond Hill who have no children to be educated at the present time can be concerned about the quality of that education. The principal and teachers of the McConaghy School are an exemplary group who have worked together over a long period and produced splendid results. All the members of the McConaghy Association who have spent so much of their valuable time, and at their own expense, deserve public com- mendation. How come facts so hard to get, reader wonders We hear the names of their able spokesmen, but Board should tell us what’s going on It was disturbing to say the least, to learn that the York Board of Education has taken it upon itself to initiate a sex education course for OUR chilaren in OUR schools. This in itself is not wrong, but what is wrong. is that the parents of these children have a right to know what will be taught to their children re sex education; this fundamental right was not given to the parents. THe existence V of the sex-education sub-co- mmittee was news to me. What was their ob- jective? Where did they get their input? It is the Board’s duty and obligation to initiate programs regarding education. but in this instance, I believe that it has overstepped its authority. Sex education is not just another history or math course‘ There are many parents who believe as I do, that sex education is Heintzman Board outlines building’s use SIZE 138 ORANGE FLAVOR CRYSTALS 4x325 OZ. IMPORTED EDAM CHEESE 17% TANG 99¢ 109 mg. wuwflumfi formalized in a policy statement. Instead. the Board has prepared a guideline or Position Paper for staff to develop an integrated program on Family Life and Sex Education. So, there was no “reversal of a well established procedure of These volunteers donated a great many hours and in many in- stances over the years with successfully operating these premises al the ileast financial burden to the community. little of the Stamp and Envelope Group. the Researchers. those who have struggled so hard and with so little success to arrive at the facts. It should not have been so difficult a matter to ascertain these facts. McConaghy does sit upon a valuable piece of real estate and it would be sad indeed if Janet Fayle's implication came very close to the truth, the pith, the kernel of the matter. Why were they not made instantly available? not merely the teaching of the human reproductive system but more im- portantly, a teaching of moral and Christian values. q We'll be more than willing to let you know if we approve, needless to say, these children are ()UR children. Let us hope that the Board and our trustees will acknowledge that there are parents with sufficient intelligence to know what they want regarding sex education. Take 7 heed “York Board” and let us know what‘s going on. ghfisfMdS greet/I195 Happy holidays friends, patrons. Thank you for your loyalty and trust. KINNEAR PONTIAC 9612 YONGE ST. RICHMOND HILL Margaret Goodier Thornhill BEV BARRY 884-4481 Austin B. Mills. 50 Harding Blvd. Richmond Hill COMPLIMENTS OF THE SEASON FROM submitting draft policies to local groups for‘ comment“. Second, the Board welcomes public input. have donated physically and financially to the building without view to outside recognition or thanks. It must be kept in mind that these premises were once a private home and when it is referred to as a There are many ways this can be doneâ€"write a letter or make a presentation to a (‘om- mittee. or the Board, or talk to your Trustee The dialogue on Family Life and Sex Education has only just begun and when staff has prepared the curricula for the Program Committee. there will be more op- portunity for public input. The Board welcomes public participation and looks forward to receiving input. It would be wrong for your readers to think that the Board or any one Trustee is not interested or willing to listen to the public‘ That is just not so. Third. Sex Education will be presented in a way lhat will be helpful. not detrimental, to our young people. horizontal thread delivery for better stitching 0 twin needle stitching 0 three needle position 0 snapon presser feet 0 one-way needle insertion 0 safety power and light switch. MACHINE ONLY $1 6495 The'portable Fashion Mate* sewing lets you: 0 sew elastic a tabrics - make buttonhole buttons - overedge at all without att REG. s214.95 (Carrying case or cabinet extra) W. Donald (‘ousens, Chairman. York (‘ounty Board of Education. SINGER ~IWMWCMOICMLM HILLCREST MALL â€" RICHMOND HILL 884-0770 THE LIBERAL. Wednesday. December 20, 1978 â€" B-5 community centre one does not think of a building with a dining hall or a gymnasium as there are no such facilities. These premises are used 52 weeks of the year by many groups and private individuals; for e x a m p l e . t h e Newcomers, the Lionettes; and many of the private events have been weddings of the children of residents of Thornhill and Markham just to outline a few. The appointees have operated what they consider the best usage of the premises in accor- dance with the input gathered from all these organizations who use it on a regular and multiple basis. Please keep in mind that the people are also taxpayers. The quotation “no one man can be all things to all men" applies also to this building â€" it cannot be everything to everybody at every whim. Hockey and sports action results are carried in The Liberal, but a schedule or list showing games and times of play would be greatly ap- preciated by us readers. Ed. Note: The following Ietter has been slightly edited for continuity. Reader seeks all schedules By exposing the board On all groups, peewees. A great gift idea at just the right price! The portable, stowable Fashion Mate" sewing machine lets you: 0 sew elastic and stretch fabrics - make buttonholes - sew on buttons - overedge and mend â€" all without attachments; Credilmnuavnflabk‘ It is easy to criticize. once someone else has done the work. This type of harassment of board members will dissaude them and others from entering community volunteer associations in the future and remember these volunteers are also taxpayers and residents of the community of 'l‘hornhill. to such ludicrous com- ments as quoted on your December 13 Thornhill front page will do nothing beneficial for the com- munity. It will however hurt the Heintzman llouse. The most distressing fact of all is the publicity and notoriety you are giving to one unsatisfied resident of the com- munity: one who un~ fortunately is rarely satisfied with anything; be it education, hospitalization or com- munity boards. midgets, Thunderbirds. Rams, etc., we do not know when or who we’re going to see play. The same goes for summer sports as no one knew who was playing or when. Robert Butterworth Heintzman llouse Board Thornhill Gormley