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HomeMy WebLinkAboutX2023-035-019ANNUJ MEETING -- WED, . JUNE 13 The Annual Meeting and election of officers for the West Rouge Community Association will be held in the Rainbow Room at the West Rouge Plaza on Wednesday, June 6 at 8:15 p.m. Following the election of the twelve member executive the President, Vice—president and Treasurer will be elected from their number. Reeve Sherman Scott is planning to attend and will be available to answer your questions regarding local and township matters. H WERS NEARING COMPLETION The installation of the sewer lines in West Rouge is expected to be com— pleted within two weeks time, How— ever it will likely be late August or September before they are actually in operation. There has been some delay in the construction of the pumping station west of Frenchman's Bay, and in securing certain easements for the trunk line through private property, ROADS TO BE RE —BUILT Rough and dusty roads have taxed the patience of West Rouge residents this spring while the sewer construction has been going on. As soon as this work is completed the Township Roads Dept, is planning to start rebuilding the roads, first removing the clay base and replacing it with gravel, and then surfacing them with colas and limestone chips. "We're going to build them to last" says Reeve Scott. When questioned about the costs in— volved he stated "We have some funds set aside which were provided by the subdividers, and the balance will be charged against the township roads budget. We do not anticipate any local improvement levies." Asphalt surfacing will not be applied to any but the most heavily travelled roads in the immediate future, WAY VOL. III, No. 4 June L, 1962. PETITION PRESENTED TO SCARBOBIO The petition to amalgamate with Scarborough, which was signed by approximately 80% of our home owners, was presented to Scarborough Council in March, The West Rouge delegation, led by president Alex Breen, received a courteous but non—commital hearing. The Council moved to have the finan— cial ramifications of the idea stud— ied by their own officials, and to ask the Metro Planning Board for its opinion. The latter body includes a Picker— ing representative, and they declined to take sides at this point. Instead, they suggested that Scarboro should make up their minds whether they wanted us, and if they did the Board would then consider Scarboro's formal application. Final approval, of course, would rest with the Ontario Municipal Board and Provincial authorities. None of these bodies is noted for the speed of its deliberations, and it may be some time before West Rouge residents know the fate of their famous petition, TAXES REDUCED FOR MANY The re —assessment of land values (which your Association advocated last year) has brought lower tax bills for the majority of West Rouge resid— ents for 1962, Although individual assessments are higher, there is a reduction of almost 20 mills in the tax rate, resulting in a net saving for the average householder. Readers will recall that we criticized the practice of assessing buildings at approximately one third of their market value, while land was assessed at about one tenth. - 2 - SMOKE RINGS from the EditortE; Desk . . . Your editor apologizes for the long interval sincelour last publications Finding that he hasn't time to do an adequate job he is searching for a successor to carry on next season. If any reader feels that he or she can help the Association in this depart- ment the new Executive would undoubted- ly welcome any offers of assistance. . . . . . Some people apparently took our Scarboro petition as an expression of non -confidence in Reeve Scott. We doubt very much thst many of the pro- Scarboro enthusiasts had any such thoughts. This observer believes that Sherm Scott's stock among his neighbours is as high as.3t ever was. .... Now that the delicate aroma of imperfect septic systems floating on a summer evening's breeze is about to fade into nostalgic memory, we can look forward to savouring the full fragrance of Johns-Manville's smoke stack. If their industrial assessment were of any benefit to us their fumes would smell much sweeter. .. • • . At least half of this year's WRCA Executive have indicated that they will not be available to serve again in the coming year. We have our fingers crossed hoping that there will be enough public -.spirited people on hand Wednesday night who are will- ing to take their turn at serving their community. How about YOU? . . . . . We wonder how many West Rouge voters know what federal riding they are in, or who their candidates are. Except for one brief visit by a sound truck, we haven't seen any evidence of elec- tion fever here yet. Meanwhile; don't forget our own election on June 6; "V PETER'S SWEENEY'S (t TEXACO SERVICE STATION Undernoeting Wheel Alignment Automatic Transmission Service LANSING TEXACO SERVICE AT 2 6451 SYMPHONY IN SULURIIA Us folks lives out in the mmtry, Where the green grass grows so fast It keeps us busy mowing Sometimes till dpylight'a past. The city folks can go down town A symphony for to hear But we have a concert all our own Any night when the skies are clear. With all these mowers going They can beat any band at all Each one makes music all its own Like the players in Massey Hall Now next door Bill has one with a whine Like a note from Hymie's strings But across the road, there's one that roars Like a trumpet and other things. Another guy has a lovely rig With a soft note just like a cello We're all quite pleased when he tunes in With a tone that's sweet and mellow. But one near by sounds like a snare drum A fearful thing to hear, We're all darn glad you bet your boots When that guy stops for a beer. So city folks don't you wish that you Could enjoy our concerts grand And live out where the air is pure And mow to the tune of a band. Weary Willie the Lawn -Mower man. T. 0. JEFFERSON RESIGNS The Township Engineer, Mr. Tom Jefferson, who has been a resident of West Rouge, has resigned his position and will be leaving shortly to take up similar re- oponsibilities for the city of Woodstock. Mr. Jefferson has carried a heavy re- sponsibility here with the development Of Bay Ridges and the installation of water and sewage facilities. His many friends in Vest Route wish him well in his new position. The Township is advertising fol R successor here but none has yet been engaged. WALKER'S WHITE WASH AND DRY CLEANERS HIGHLAND CREEK, ONT. Phone AT. 2-1511 r REE 1 I CKUP & LE:LI VERY OPEN 24 HOURS LIFE • SONM FaR ALL YOUR INSMANCP; NE�,,llS PLATE GLASS FBURGLARY IRE • LIABILITY PERSONAL FLOATERS AGENCIES LIMITED 674 KINr:5T0114 Rr1AD TORONTO 13, ONTARIO - TelerIo,@ 0XI—d ! 7559 AOTOn,onnr 14 By A.N. The Community is buzzing; with activity these days and we hope there have not been too many missing; muff- lers, broken Fprings or leaky gns tanks but pray we do not have a nice rainy June. A horse might be a good investment right about now for travelling. The lads in the district signed up for Baseball with the Sports and Recreation Association Sat. May 26th and are just waiting for "TI,e Play Ball" signal, but we are told the league is in need of Managers, Coaches, Umpires and whatever anyone could help to make this a good season. The Girls Volley Ball is ready to get rolling, trunks to the wonderful organ- ization of Mrs. Val McIntyre, Rouge Hill; Dr. who has kept the league rolling for the past two seasons and expects this one will be even better. Sixty Children were registered for Kindergarten last week and several more are expected before the end of the term. Compared with a registration of twelve in Kindergarten when the school opened in 13E;4, eight years ago this may give the residents an idea of how the com- munity has Frown in such a short time. The School Band under the direction of Mr Kerry, has become quite popular in the Area.. They played for the Ce rmoniea at The Laying of the Corner Stone at the Beyview Heights School by our M.P. Labour Minister, Micheal Starr, on May 25th. Several other celebrities were present at the event. The Band also played at The Home and School Council Dinner at Dunba.rton Public School Tue. May 29th. Although June is called the month of weddin•s t.4ay was very popular with several of our young; people. Sandra. Morris, Westpoint Cres. and David Emery, Highland Creek were married Sat. Lia.y 19th by Rev. Fulton, at Grace Prestbyterian Church Viense. Charles Lennox, Ridgewo w Rd. took his vows with Diane Hyland, Islington, in Our Lady of Peace Church, Islington, May 26th. STEINI;ERG'S SUPERMARKET 274 Island Rd. in the Rouge Hill Plaza is ready to serve you better and save you more. Plus, we give "Pinky" Stamps for quality FRET; Gifts. Tele-3coop Dews (Cont'd) Barry IdcMullen, Sunnyslope, and Johanne brown, Toronto, were married in Arden, Iday 19th. Lawrence Pinto, Rouge Hills Dr. and Lynda henjainin, Windsor, were mar- ried in Windsor Kay 19th and we wish all these young coupled our best wishes in their married life. Just a reminder: If you have any news items you would like in the West Rouge Column of The Enterprise or Pickering News call At 2 5189 and it will be greatly appreciated. Smile of the Year: Yes you just received your Tax Bill and everyone is wondering; whet all the beefing was about. Remember: Two things no one can escape Taxes or Death. ROUGE HILL ESSO �M CENI�L IMPERIAL ESSO 3ERVICE �sys0 Island Rd. & East Ave. 2 CLASS "A" UECHJ.NIC8 Front-end Alignment & Wheel Balancing Tune-up and br2ke specialists 24 Hour Towing AT 4-4281 DOI; WEARN - NIGHT CALLS - AT 4-4282 Rouge Hill B A R B E R 8 H 0 P Hours - 9 a,m, - 7 p.m. Saturday 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. Closed Mondays SPLOIAL SEdLh NOTICE May we quote you for your sewer connections. All work carriea out by competant registered drainlayers. Arrengements cen be made for Horne Owner Loans with as Tow as $10.00 per month repayments. Also Additions, Alterations, General Repairs, Driveways etc. can be in- corporated in the same loan. ALL ESTIMATES FREE TI NKLER COIF S'I'RUCTION CO. LTD. 65 Ridgewood Road Phone AT 4 5036 - 4 - HOOKINL; UP TO THE IlE'd SEViEH SYJTEII The sanitary sewers are nearing com- pletion but the force main, pumping stations etc. may require name tir,se so that it may be a few months be- fore the whole system is ready. However a few words about the sub- ject seems timely at this moment. In the very near future a letter will be sent you from the Plumbing Inspec- tor's office of Pickering Twp. tell- ing you what is involved, no thvt this item is by way of being; advance in- f ormat ion. The street sewer in front of your house has been laid at a sufficient depth so that as far as we can find out all cellars can be drained, so that not only can we say goodbye to our old enemy the septic tank but also our old faithful sump pump. This will mean ordinarily ripping up a piece of your concrete cellar floor, but then the cellar drain and laundry tubs can be taken care of, and if you wish a base- ment toilet ca.n be installed. You will require a permit for the sewer connection which will be issued without cost if you fill out the forra and send in a drawing of the work. Also a plumb- ing permit will be needed if you add any additional plumbing. It is import- ant that the work be inspected before being covered up or backfilled. Any of the standard types of sewer pipe can be used viz. vitrified clay or con- crete tile, cast iron soil pipe, no - corrode, plastic or transits. The general opinion is that any of the latter is to be preferred because of fewer joints and easier connection. Where as in most cases a twin connec- tion has been made to the street sewer, two lateral sewers are to be laid on either side of the property line be- tween you and your neighbour. The double connection saves you money as does also the common trench. Most important is to see that the grade or slope given the sewer is ad- equate and a minimum of J" per foot. After all that sewer has to run satis- factorily for umpteen years so a good installation is a must. 34ARTY5 C HESiER HILL VARIETY + HARDWAU W„ker * PhoK-e bills payable hart -- VW service C"r DAW'5 FAM005 BIOME PAKING Your Local post' OFFICE !ta,nps - „�,vy �rdcrJ ek'c. ,Y(,Vn COmmVNITY 5-TORS Tree roots are an enemy so if your drain F,ets in the vicinity of these opecial care must be taken to see that the joints are root -proof. The Township Plumbing; Inspector's Dept. stands ready to advise and assist you if you wish to do part or 6.11 of this yourself. Drain or Plumbing contractors employed must be registered with the Township. S.R.F. HOi;E & ,SCHOOL ASSOCIATION At the May meeting of the West Rouge Home & School the following new Executive was elected. President - Mrs. Grace Smith let Vice Pres.Dr. G. Clark ?nd Vice Pres.Mr. W. J. White Rec. Sec. - Mrs. Marg Bailey Coresp. Sec. Mrs. J E3urak Treasurer - Mrs. E. Yates Social Conv. Mrs. L Bannock Publicity - Mrs. Vicky Visser Grade Mother Convenor - Mrs. T. Olson Ex-Officio Members - Mrs. B. McConnachie This reader would like to wish the new Executive every success and con- gratulate last years executive on the wonderful job they did. NOW SERVING ITEST ROUGE TEMPLE TAXI TE-9-IJ44 (Ho toll charge) ERNIE MARTIN SHELL SERVICE 9 Thos, DeGear Manager 011� Towing & Road Service FULL TIME LICENSED AO;OHANIC Automatic Transmission Repairs TUNE-UP - SHELLUBRICATION FRET: PICK-UP & DELIVERY Corner Island Rd. & East Ave. AT 2 - 3311 If (jil�Yl�lIItIL�illtlL�lilI11�1{itf�.illil� ttttl�11111�1111t \l1tiI�IIIII�l111IL�lIIII� 1t11I�11IIlMIVJ Z WOULD YOU LIKE TO MEET THE NEW DEMOCRATIC PARTY CANDIDATE MISS AILEEN HALL nn- 2 U You are invited to a COFFEE PARTY on Sunday evening, June 10 at 9:00 P. M. U = at the home of �n_7 Mr. and Mrs. R. 0. JOLLIFFE, 135 RIDGEWOOD ROAD, 6'vEST ROUGE, ONTARIO. U n This is your opportunity to discuss the New Democratic Party Program !s with ........ AILEEN HALL M. A. f�77 ALL RESIDENTS OF THE COMMUNITY ARE IMELCOME. ❑{„Il lilit��llli�illllL�IIIIIL�IIIIIL�IlII1L�iI11lL�IN11�11111L>7�III111---11111L�z' ,Itll�l,l,d1 ROUGE HILL CLEANERS Laundry & Shoe Service FLASH CLEANING SERVICE in by 10:00 A. M. out by 5:'�0 P. M,. 2 stores to serve you ROUGE Hl LL SHOPPING PLAZA AT 2-4671 AIRPORT PLAZA 304A Stevenson Rd. N. Oshawa STORE HOURS: 8:00 A: M. -- 6:00 P. M. Friday 7:00 P.M. FREE PICK UP AND DELIVERY ON JUNE 18 � v �} r {:• � :r: a y •�::': is s. NEW DEMOCRAT. Hear AILEEN HALL, New Democratic Party Candidate for Ontario Riding, Monday, June 11 at 8 P. M. in the Parkside Junior School, Ajax. EVERYONE WELCOME NEva D:MOCRATIC PARTY, ONTARIO RIDING.