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PORTLAND AND COMMUNITY BOARD The board met on February 8, 1989 with R.Andrew, R.Dunfield, K.Derraugh, A.McWhirter, J.Bastedo, J .J enkins and P.McManus present. The minutes of the last meeting were adopted on motion of Bastedo/Dunfield. Carried. The Board was informed that Reeve Ostrom was the representative from Municipal Council and the Chairman had informed Council of the Board make-up. He also reported that he had seen the plans for the septic system. The Treasurer reported an increase of $1,015.57 of income over expenditures and presented the financial report for the period Jan.1,1988 to Dec.31, 1988. It was accepted on motion by McWhirter/Derraugh. Carried. Committee Reports: It was agreed that A.McWhirter would notify Dave's Corner Garage when the streets needed plowing. It was pointed out that the streets of the village are a Council responsibility. Recreation: An application for a Wintario grant has been sent to the Clerk/Treasurer for equipment necessary for the continuing of the recreation program. It was returned for more price documentation. It will cover such items as a raft, buoys, a bench, pump and hose for watering the rink. Dave's Corner Garage is helping with cleaning the rink. New Business: It was moved by Jenkins/Bastedo that the levy for Ward 1 be increased by 2 mills. Carried. Figures given for the Dock operation were: Income No.0f Boats 1986 6,151.85 263 1987 5,594.27 344 1988 8,114.47 458 It was moved by Bastedo/McWhirter that the Dock Committee make a charge of 45¢ per running metre of vessel length from 8p.m. to 8a.m. of the following day. Carried It was moved by Derraugh/ Mc Whirt er that the Harbourmaster be entitled to forgive collection fees after 8p.m. when the boat in question is removed before 9p.m. Carried. It was moved by Bastedo/ J enkins that seasonal docking fees be increased by the same amount as is applied to overnight users, i.e. 28%¢. Carried. It was moved by Jenkins/Bastedo that the Board require a signed rental agreement before a rentor occupies the Hall building. Carried. It was moved by Jenkins/Dunfield that the Board seek proposals from individuals or businesses within the Ward to provide facilities for overnight pay parking for motor vehicles and trailers. Carried. Other Business: John Bastedo reported that a local group of parents .were interested in renting part of the hall for use as a Day-care centre. The board was favourably inclined towards this proposal provided that any items such as children's toilets and fencing would be at the expense of the group. It was hoped that the group and the Board would be able to meet together in this regard before the Chairman left on holiday. The meeting adjourned at 10:10p.m. Next meeting will be at 7:30p.m. March 8, 1989. THERE'S SOMETHING NEW AT BEVERLEY TOWNSHIP PARK by Pat McManus A self-guiding tour through the woods and fields is now available at the park, compliments of the Conservation Committee of the township. trees, six shrubs and eight other interesting features of the walking trail have been identified, numbered and are briefly described in the guide. You can pick one up at a box near the Park Superintendent's house. The committee hopes that this guide will provide you with even more enjoyment from this lovely, quiet and easy-toâ€"walk nature trail. There are many interesting things to be seen in the park; chipmunks and squirrels for certain and porcupines and groundhogs going about ”their business. You could be lucky and see a deer or a fox or a rare Blanding's Turtle, probably a painted one or even a Snapper. There are snakes as well, all perfectly harmless, Eastern Garter Snakes, Red Bellied Snakes and in the water you might see a Northern Water Snake. I repeat, they are all harmless and will slip quietly away as soon as they become aware of your presence. Seventyâ€"one species of birds have been seen and heard within the park, in the trees, on the ground, in the water and in the air. You won't see all of them, but you will see some. The field work was done by Annette Mess, Jenny Mansell, Bud Donald and Pat McManus. Pat also wrote the brochure and takes responsibility for any and all errors in it. The committee intends to expand the guide as more items are identified and marked. You can walk this trail in an hour but perhaps it would be better to spend a little more time and take a good look at what you are seeing. Have fun! Twentyâ€"five EASTER BUNS at; SCOUTS CANADA lst Portland Cubs, Beavers and Boy Scouts will be taking orders for Easter Buns in the next two weeks. The buns will be delivered between March 20-23. The cost is $2.00 a dozen. Proceeds to help support scouting activities. Call Kathie at 272-2360 or Sandra at 283-9776 to place your order. 5 Yul/.4, I... HOT CROSS BUNS NORTH LEEDS LANTERN ll The Fortland District Community Health Centre has been in operation for one year as of January, 1989. During this time an increasmg'number 'of people of the community have participated go Competition . February 1, 1989, Janet was presented With a $25.00 cheque for the winning design at the Portland District Health Centre. The prize, donated by Frank Perrin Real Estate Ltd.-, was presented by Ken Burns, accompanied by Larry Fry, Chairman of the Board of Directors, and Dr. Gord Green. V ‘6‘ l :. . tSrot/Iszfilrim/(Mime LImIlI-(l WALTER W. SCOTLAND DAVID W, SCOTLAND Box 142, Elgm, Ontario KOG 1E0 (613) 359-5555 R.E.HOWARD PAINTING INTERIOR and EXTERIOR Free Estimates call 359 6096 monday-saturday TOM SCOVIL PERSONAL INCOME TAX RETURNS FARM STATEMENTS BUSINESS STATEMENTS All Services at Reasonable Rates Tom Scovil Portland Office Services Ltd. Box 70 Portland, Ontario KOG lVO Telephone: 272-2769 RESTDENTS OF THE ’l‘Ol/lNSHIP’ OF TiAS'lARTJ AlVT' SUN?” l’llRFI‘ISS The Recreation Committee of the Towns‘rip of Fae-taro” and South Burgess is currently preparirq the Budget, for l989. Any Comnunity group seeking the assistance of the Committee is requester] to make application not later than April 30, 1989. To be considered, an application must be accompanied by a proposed budget for 1989, and a financial statement for 19 88 from the group. Application forms are available from the Municipal. Offices or from any member of the Corm-ittee. (Mrs.) Shirley Bryden, A.M.C.T., C.M.O. Clerk-Treasurer.