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•Continued from page 1 exception of the merging of Newboro with North Crosby. The two options include the additional rec- ommendations of contain- ing all of Otter Lake with- in the South Elmsley ward and to have all Big Rideau Lake residences within the Bastard and Burgess ward in an effort to keep com- munities of interest together. Emotions weren't run- ning high at the public meeting where there were numerous thoughtful com- ments from residents, including many who attended the open houses held in August. "The consultants' report was well done, thoughtful, thorough, well structured and easy to understand. I think they did a great job. I think that was echoed by members of council and the public," said CAO Mike Dwyer. On Tuesday November 29 the public will be able to bring a delegation to council for their elected residents to make a more informed decision. Delegations need to register by Thursday November 24 with the Clerk, Mary Ellen Tru- elove. Written submis- sions can also be made which will be made as part of the public record as cor- respondence in the November 29 meeting agenda. The report is available on the township website on the agenda of the November 14 Special Council meeting and from the Ward & Council Struc- ture Review tab on the home page www.twprideaulakes.on.ca. •Continued from page 1 Mayor Robin Jones said. Watson & Associates, the consultants that looked at the system's long-term financial implications ear- lier this year, had recom- mended rates go up by about 3 per cent annually for 10 years. The 2017 increase was set to cover next year's expenses, with the plan to go the three per cent route after that, meaning rates would be $214 per month by 2026. Mayor Jones was asked if that may change after the new filter bed system is installed next year as it is cheaper to operate than the current system. "The provincial and federal governments aren't going to come along with $5 or $10 million (to replace other system com- ponents in the future). "Things have changed, they don't have the money," she said. The village has applied for another Ontario Com- munity Infrastructure Grant (OCIF). It was for $1.9 million, with the vil- lage share an additional $220,000. The money would be used to complete the filter bed system. "I am confident about (OCIF) this though," the Mayor said. They expect an answer by the end of January. If they don't get approved by OCIF, they will have to look at other options including long- term debt. "We know the future of the village hangs on this. "We know this is big," she said. The 2017 portion of the bill based on usage won't change much, with cus- tomers staying under 17m3 per month paying $125.44 per month, up just over $1. Users going over 17m3 will pay $32.23 per 1,000 gallons, up 4.6 per cent from $30.81 this year. The big increase – 120 per cent – is on the capital charge. It goes from $17.58 per month to $38.60. Since the system was installed in the 1970s, the municipality has been hes- itant to raise rates until absolutely necessary. Rates have been at $141 for the past three years. In the previous five years, they rose over 20 per cent annually, going from $46 to $141. They were frozen at $46 since the early 1990s, when rates more than doubled after sitting under $20 for almost 20 years. The Review-Mirror November 17, 2016 – 3 The Lyndhurst Legion, Branch 504 held a Remembrance Day service at their ceno- taph which was well-attended with guests from 1 Engineer Support Group CFB Kingston students from Sweets Corners School, and members of the local commu- nity. Bulk of rate increase attributed to capital charges Minor adjustments for some ward boundaries also suggested A & B FORD COLLISION CENTRE Telephone 613-267-5749 Fax: 613-264-1099 collision2@abford.com A&B Ford Sales Ltd. 37 Lanark Rd., Perth Sunday, November 27 at Shillington Park Hand Crafted Wreaths Your chance to update your Christmas Décor! 2:00 p.m. – Viewing of Wreaths 3:00 p.m. – Auction by the very Entertaining Hands Auctioneers Admission: $5.00 at the door Come enjoy some Christmas Treats and Music Proceeds support North Crosby Heritage Day/Canada150 Celebrations. COME ONE, COME ALL!! TO THE NORTH CROSBY HALL BOARD'S "FESTIVAL OF WREATHS" We are the Guardians of REMEMBRANCE Follow us on Facebook for the latest on Legion 542 events Sunday, Nov. 20 , 2-6 pm Picket Fences – Country/rock band with Westport's own Jimmy Jones on lead guitar. Great music. Light luncheon Annual Christmas Party Saturday, Dec 10, 6 pm until midnight Cocktails 6 pm - Full Turkey Dinner 7 pm Dance 8-12. Music by Hands of Time Monday Night Doors open 6:00 pm • Play starts @ 7 pm Cribbage every Wednesday, 10 am Call 613-273-8890 for more information. Open Fun Darts every Sunday 12:45 p.m. (CANCELLED for Sunday, Nov. 20) All-you-can-eat Spaghetti Fri., Nov. 18 (every 3rd Friday), 6 pm (No spaghetti night in December) Early Bird Membership Campaign ends Nov. 30 Special draw – Gift Certificate for The Cove. Lounge hours Tues. 4-7 • Wed 4-7 • Thurs 4-7 • Fri 3-7 • Sat 2-6 We are renting for Christmas and the 2017 season. Call Dave at 613-985-3436. Upper Rideau Branch 542 10099 Cty. Rd. 10, Westport 613-273-3615 Westport Dental Centre Dr. Zulfar Moledina D.D.S. and Associates 613-273-2727 41B Main St. Westport (entrance on Spring St.) westportontariodental@gmail.com Now Accepting New Patients The proposed ward changes would bring the population of each remaining ward closer together. North Leeds Toy drive appeal Those who wish to help out the North Leeds Christ- mas Toy Drive can donate new toys or games, cash or choose a child from the angel trees at the Royal Bank in Portland or the LCBO in Elgin. Toy drop off sites are located at Duncan's in Elgin, Country Market in Delta, Kudrinko's Country Grocer in Westport and Country Roads Health Centre in Portland. The North Leeds Christmas Toy Drive is encouraging those who know a family with newborn-12 yr. old chil- dren that could use assistance to pass on the contact information. All requests need to come directly from the parent or guardian of the children. The number is 613- 928-3460 where a message can be left with your name and civic address/phone number, children's names/age/size/ gender. The mailing address for dona- tions is Box 222, Delta, Ontario KOE IGO. The drive will be accepting names until Dec. 2.

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