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()Fl"l('l‘3 R (‘A DET ALLAN S. RAYMOND. son of Mr. and Mrs. SJ]. Raymond of Thornhill. receh'ed a Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering degree during graduation ceremonies held at the Royal Military (‘ollege of ('anada in Kingston recentl) . He is a graduate of 'l‘hornhill Secondary School. ‘ MARIA B. Kl\l.l3\'. daughter of Mr. and Mrs. S. Kulin. 410 Becker Road, Rich- mond llill. graduated recently from the University of Toronto with a degree in physical education. She will return to the University of Toronto to work toward a Bachelor oi~ Education degree. Maria at- tended classes at (‘roshy Heights Senior School and Bayview Secondary School. l)l‘1l§l{\ MATIIIICSUN- KENT. (laughter of Mr. and Mrs. William {\luthieson of Richmond Hill graduated from the Faculty of .\rts and Science; Victoria ('ollege. l‘nirersity of Toronto. She plans to attend the Ontario (‘ollogq of Education in tln‘ full. A spokesman for the York ('ounty Board of Education claims trustees have been given no formal notification of a work~ ioâ€"rule campaign but a newsletter from the District 11_ Federation office has asked teachers for 21 signed comâ€" milmenl. making‘lhem eligible for strike pay. ' According to Hill 100, B-l2 Showcase THE LIBERAL, Wednesday. June 20. 1979 Board still waits for word of teachers’ plans King City Juniors dropped a 9-4 decision against (‘aiedon East last \\'ednesday after building a four-run lead a! the end nf {our innings of play. It “as the team's first loss after winning five consecutin starts. ('alednn just seemed to take advantage of a squad In the third «the first 1m) innings were scoreless) the bags were loaded after Mark Bar- nard. Paul Armstrong and Karl ,Taylor all angled. Jim Schwartz smacked a double and hmughl Barnarq and Armstrong home. ' ;\ sacrifice fly by Brian Sheardown scored Taylor and Dave Schwartz ended HH‘ rally with ‘21 single “hich brought his brother .Iim Home. (‘ttledon got on the scoresheet in the fifth u hen Bruce Smith started things of! by being hit “ith the hallo L. Proctor got on base on an error and then he and Smith \r'ero catapulted home on 21 double by Mike Smith Smith eventually scored on a sacrifice fly hit by To Thompson. (‘aledon picked up four more runs in the seventh inning. Back 10 back doubles by Brian Smith and Mike Smith knocked Brian home. Mike crossed home plate thanks to a single by G. l-)uvisl Thompson pun- ched out another singled and moved Davis around and [hen Thompson himself scored. coming in off a single b_\' R. Wright. Ihal‘ came up flat Vlast “90k. To make matters worse for King City. Mike Smith got up in the bottom of the eighth and fired a home run shot with Gary Smith on first. ()n the mound for King (‘in ix was Ken Griffith. with relief from Mike l'nterlander. He came in \\ hen it was 44, Together. they struck out five, allowed 11 hits and no Walks. J. Boll picked up the win with two strikeouts. no walks and he a110wed seven hits‘ Next game is tonight against Sisman Kings at King Park. A committee on energy con- servation made up of representatives from the Works, Parks. Fire and Treasury Departments and the Library and Arena Boards in the town made a motion at their meeting last week that a suggestion box heirset up. K.C. Jrs. lose 'l‘own employees in Richmond Hill who come up with ideas for energy conservation in the municipality might be entitled to a reward. Lou Wainwright takes great pride in placing the- I.ou Wainwright trophy in the new trophy case pl't-smlted to the Richvale Community Town Employees who submit legislation governing contracts between teachers and school boards. either party must be given a full five days‘ notice before a strike. sanction or loch- uut can take place. If the teachers’ provincial takeover team is intent on beginning work-to-rule on June 37. this Friday is the deadline for the board to receive written Rewards offered to town staff Richmond Hill Public Library will celebrate (‘anada Week with a series of discussions and films with (‘anadian content. and a special (‘anada‘s Birthday Party program for children. Residents in the area have been experiencing problems with in- sufficieni parking facilities. The engineering committee and council agreed to the concept of on-street puking on these streets, subject to further investigation by staff. The neighborhood will he polled by engineering staff to have some idea of public reaction to such a systemi Next week residents of Springhead Gardens and Weldrick Road will be receiving a notice from the town requesting comments aboul “On Street I’ermil Parking". The Tovm of Richmond Hill decided to have no special events this year. because of the expense, but encourage residents to raise their Canadian flag. Library celebrates York Canada Week sage-30$ June 25 to July 1 is (‘anada Week â€"â€" the week we all celebrate Canada‘s Birthday. Residents to be polled The letter states: “I wish to reiterate that the environmental assessment process cannot be used to re-open this matter since considerable time and effort has already been invested to ensure the selection of the most ac- ceptable alternative for the location and design of the Park- The Minister of the Environ- ment. Harry Parrott. sent another letter to the Town of Richmond Hill saying the government knows of the town's concerns and dissatisfaction about Ontario Hydro tran- smission facilities, but as far as he is concerned. the matter is closed. (‘ouncillor Mike Burnie, Chairman of the committee, said this is a municipal effort to try to get employees to be “energy conservation conscious". “If they come up with an idea to save energy and the municipality money â€" they deserve a reward.“ said Counâ€" cillor Burnie. ‘ suggestions which, when im- plemented. save the town money. will be awarded $50. $25 or $10 by the towns The committee also asked for a Minister knows the woes, but the matter is closed notice of that intent. ln a newsletter to its members June 11. the local federation office said teachers must sign an individual “commitment form" supporting the workâ€"to-rule sanction. The forms are supposed to be confidential to the Branch President the Executive Officer. and the Provincial Office‘s treasury branch. If the board Attendance at this big party is limited to 60 children and the library staff ask those interested to please register. 9:30 am. until 2 pm. children between the ages of 8 to 12 are invited to paint a Canadian ‘flag. join a provincial team and participate in “Kid’s Olympics“, using some Canadian songs. see some (‘anadian films, share some Canada Day Birâ€" thday (‘ake and have pop and' chips courtesy of McDonalds. Pamela Galsworthy. Public Relations Manager for Harlequin Books. will speak on the rapid growth and success of this Canadian company on Wednesday. June 27, at 7:30 pm. as well as demonstrate how you too may become a Harlequin author The (‘anadian movie, “Who has seen the Wind“, based on the novel of the same name by William Mitchell and produced by (‘anadian filmaker Allan King will be shown Thursday, June 28 at 8 Tuesday. June 26 at 8 pm. residents can meet Howard Pain, the (‘anadian author of “The Heritage of Upper (‘anadian Furniture“ and enjoy a slide presentation and discussion on the subject. Centre. Dave llamilton officially receives the trophy on behalf of the town. (Liberal photo by Bruce Hogg) Friday June On Monday night after receiving the minister‘s letter‘ Local MLA‘ Alf Stong agreed with Mayor Schiller. saying if the government wanted to‘ “they have the machinery â€" they can do it". area input legal been Richmond Hill Mayor have Schiller said it was his opinion the environmental assessment process could be used, “if they had the will to do it”. way Bell West and the associated Ontario Hydro facilities.“ Mr report outlining amounts spent in various municipal buildings so town staff can begin to ex- periment with practices of turâ€" ning off lights and equipment to find if there is a savings. These suggestions will be presented to council for approval. A reference library will also be set up in the library where town staff and citizens can find material to maximize energy conservation in the municipality and privately. from . Slong said people in this were deprived of public and he will investigate the implications of what has said. Even though a sanction is in- troduced through all the proper steps, it is still recognized by the board as a strike. in a full with- drawal of services. teachers would get no support from their union in this instance. it is were to respond to federation action with a lock-out of teachers. these forms would determine who gets strike pay. Guest Spl luncheon v Billy Wats< Allan. “; luckiest boy to have freckles." York‘s Director I said there the waitin and anoti have not by the Ag Director Laurie L said there are 27 t the waiting list ir and another nin‘ have not been sc by the Agency. Six of the boys Aurora and anotr are in Newmarket Guest speaker luncheon was W Ron and Allan have been together for two and a half years. Ron became interested in the organization before the Durham Big Brothers offered services to the Uxbridge area. Mr. Tindley, who is married. but has‘no children of his own. said Friday. “I sometimes have to choose between business and Allan. I prefer Allan." Ron Tindley. 42, and his Little Brother. Allan Kelly. 11, of Ballantrae. were honored Friday at a luncheon held at the Aurora Highlands Golf ('lub. 7 The Big Brother of the Year is in the food packaging business. An Uxbridge man is York‘s Big Brother of the Year‘ Big Brother Watson. “you‘: at boy in t ‘ave all boys are another Executive ie Leblanc 27 boys on ;t in' York nine who 1 screened 2r at the Whipper who told ‘re the the world 1 those m six Members of council were not optimistic about such a meeting. but (‘ounciHor Burnie persisted saying. "It doesn't hurt to keep trying". ' MK v «a “MM” “,4”; “We‘ve never had a discussion with those people.“ said (‘oun- cillor Iéurnie. “We've been told what they were going to do. but we have never participated in a discussion." "detailed design discussions have been held already" with municipal representatives. Richmond Hill council agreed to request a meeting with the Minister of Energy, (‘ouncillor Mike Burnie 0b- jected strongly to a point in Mr. Parrott's letter which said (‘ouncillor Al Duffy told fellow council members the Minister of Energy recently received a study showing how layout. ar- chitectural design and site placement of structures can lead to energy savings Richmond Hill planning staff will explore the possibility of adding a clause to the official plan advising developers to use These plans can be im- plemented in drafts of sub- division for municipalities at no additional cost (0 the developer. said Councillor Duffy â€" and in “energy efficient"‘design in future developments. The provincial team has already advised that maximum participation is necessary by all members and if a board lock- out occurs. payment of fringe benefits. superannuation payments and strike pay will be technically a strike in which they will be paid. but it is within their rights. From the 19605: Miss Blanche Tran: Mrs Mary-Ellen Lee: Mrs. Dorothea Hill: Mrs (Hive (‘ox (nee Bell); John Hincks (prin‘ cipalt: Al Elliott (caretaker for 20 years): Norman McLeod; Mrs. Terry Orser; Mrs Margaret Storey (nee Duffield): Don Cober: Mrs Marilyn Letcher. From the 19705: Evan Franklin: Mrs (‘athy Crawford; Mrs. Mary McRae; Mrs Elaine Vitworth. Mrs. (‘onnolly knows teachers have beer From the 19505: Mrs. Margaret Williams (secretary); Nathan (Bud) Davison; Ms. Jean Brumwell; (LL. McDiarmid (prin- cipal); Mrs. Johanne Vanderwal (nee J. MacKay); Mrsl Frances Kelly; Miss Shirley Bowles. Joan Connolly. who has been instrumental in setting up the evening. says a total of 47 former teachers have agreed to attend the function - Tomorrow (Thursday). the school will be the site of McConaghy‘s Memories Night. The list of people who are “coming home" for the event continues to grow. Only one day remains until McConaghy Public School plays host Iowhat should be the biggest blowout of its history. Me Conaghy’s Memories happen tomorrow night Future town developments Should be energy efficient Soon a park He mentioned one case where, with very little change to house design. a developer was able to reduce fuel costs from $330 each year to $132. To make the idea more at- tractive. (‘ouncillor Duffy said he understood money was available from the government in the way of grants to engage a consultant “with the necessary expertise“ and to assist in preparing the necessary amendment to the official plan. Planning (‘ommissioner Bill Power said “the idea has some case the designs have demonstrated a saving. The simple answer to the reason the board will not submit outstanding issues to arbitration is that the award usually falls somev'vhere between its last of- ficial offer and the teachers' final request. At last count. the board offered an average 6.4 per cent increase plus 2.4 per cent in- crement for experience for a package of 8.4 per cent in the first year of the proposed contract. Teacher demands include a 2.7 per cent (‘OLA (cost of living allowance) and a 7.4 per cent Mr. Monroe feels if the two sides were as close as the teachers' negotiators claim. an arbitrated settlement could have been a possibility. But the board has repeatedly refused to go to binding arbitration.. outlining why in a press release which took the form of answers to four basic questions “It a sanction does happen. I suppose a lockout is an option the board would have to consider. The crunch will come in Sepâ€" tember but I don’t think a majority of the teachers are getting a true picture of all the facts,“ he said. According to chief board negotiator Bill Monroe, his team and the full board have tried desperately not to escalate the tensions that have existed betâ€" ween the two sides since the teachers rejected a final offer on May 3, made only if teachers submitted their signed form by noon last Wednesday. Mrs. The memories begin at 7 pm and continue Mrs. until 9. Light refreshments will be served, Mrs. been (‘onnolly said? And. in response to the single letter that flooded in. Bob Rice â€" The Liberals high- flying columnist and (‘KEY‘s high flying traffic reporter -â€" will be at the event Thursday. Mrs. Connolly said she hopes hundreds of people show up to meet teachers. see pictures of classes and events and spend a couple of hours reminiscing about the school. All teachersrwho attend Thursday will receive a yellow rose (one of the school colorS) gonalgd bylfiiqe'sl‘loxver Shop. missed. but she hopes they show up anyway. “I would like to apologize to any former teacher out there. who taught at McConaghy, and who hasn‘t received a written notice. or a phone call from us,“ she said. “We did not have a list of addresses and phone numbers to go by so we are doing our best through teachers who we have been able to find numbers for. _ ‘ “But please just come to the school Thursday. identify yourself. and we will take steps to make you feel welcome," she said. Construction in the Theme Park in Maple has begun. Here Edwa rdo (‘avaco of Toronto works on foundations. (Liberal photo by Bruce Hogg) (‘ouncilior Gord Rowe did not so eagerly agree. suggesting the building industry was quite aware of the need 'for energy conservation. “All I can say is l‘ve never been involved in anything close to a strike but this waiting situation is really wild â€" I can‘t get a handle on it. I‘m hoping we can work it out over the summer“ The town has agreed to look a; Councillor v Duffy's recom- mendation. He said he hopes each teacher knows exactly what is being negotiated and what the Provincial team is asking them to do. because ei’lery move his team makes must have the full support of the board. (‘ouncillor Mike Burnie sup- ported the motion saying it was a step the municipality should be taking, potential" and said he would like to look into it. “I see this as an obstructibn.“ he s'aid. “most builders are trying their darndest already.“ "I've made overtures to the executive about talking to Harvey ‘Ladd, provincial mediator). but so far, we just have to wait for their answer." he said. “We‘re trying hard not to raise any hackies." While he admits throwing Out answers to questions in a release is a way to communicate not only with the public. but the teachers, without upsetting the District and Provincial Executives. Mr. Monroe feels there is still lots of room and plenty of time for teachers and the board to get together and avoid a clash everyone will be sorry for. increase plus increments. bringing the package to 12.5 per cent. something taxpayers can‘t afford to pay. according to Mrs Monroe, The second year of the deal sees the board offering a total 8.4 per cent more and the teachers requesting‘13.4 per cent. The board says it cannot take a chance that an arbitrator might grant a settlement anywhere in between those two sets of figures.