Saturday, August 14, 2010
Realtors eye wind-farm projects - Clinton News-Record - Ontario, CA
Image via WikipediaRealtors eye wind-farm projectsPosted By Cheryl Heath
Posted 9 days ago
Huron County realtors are taking a wait-and-see approach to how proposed wind farms will impact the region's real-estate values.
John Hart, the Stratford-based board president of the Huron Perth Association of Realtors, says though the board has had some discussion on the number of wind farms planned for the region, it has yet to take any stand on the plan.
"We haven't discussed them a whole lot," he says, noting that, personally, he believes that any project that helps save the ecosystem is likely to be a positive one.
Hart says while there are differing views on wind farms' impact on land values, it is still far too early to review data in Huron County given that projects are just beginning to take shape.
Closer to home, Fred Lobb, who owns the Clinton-based Royal LePage Realty with his wife, Carol, says his agents are just beginning to look at the data related to wind farms.
"At this stage, there isn't a marked effect," he says.
Lobb notes that while he has heard arguments both for and against wind farms, there is little doubt that there will be growing pains associated with the turbines' installation given that "change is going to be hard, no matter what."
Though there are more than 100 turbines scheduled to be installed in Central Huron alone, Lobb says it's premature to guess what that means to the future of area land values.
Lobb, who has worked in real estate since 1991, likens the situation to the controversy that swirled around several years ago, when corporate hog farms were given the go ahead. Though, he notes, what will happen with wind farms is likely to draw much more interest.
"We can't say we've seen any impact one way or another here so far," he says, noting that some of the positive comments he has heard relate to how the turbines assist farmers with their income while those opposing the turbines are concerned with possible health impacts and declining real estate values.
And, says Lobb, the chasm between those for and those opposed certainly appears to be wide.
Realtors eye wind-farm projects - Clinton News-Record - Ontario, CA
Friday, August 13, 2010
Thursday, August 12, 2010
Environment Announcement by Ben Lobb
Environment Canada
Environment Canada
Aug 12, 2010 10:25 ET
Media Advisory: Government of Canada to Make Announcement on Its Commitment to Supporting Environmental Projects in Ontario
BAYFIELD, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Aug. 12, 2010) - On behalf of Environment Minister, the Honourable Jim Prentice, Member of Parliament Ben Lobb will hold a news conference regarding the Government of Canada's commitment to supporting environmental projects in Ontario.
Event: News conference
Date: Friday, August 13, 2010
Time: 10:00 a.m. (EDT)
Location: Pioneer Park
Bayfield, Ontario
Off of Highway 21 / Bluewater Highway
(East of Tuyll Street, between Bayfield Terrace
and Colina Street)
Environment Canada
Aug 12, 2010 10:25 ET
Media Advisory: Government of Canada to Make Announcement on Its Commitment to Supporting Environmental Projects in Ontario
BAYFIELD, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Aug. 12, 2010) - On behalf of Environment Minister, the Honourable Jim Prentice, Member of Parliament Ben Lobb will hold a news conference regarding the Government of Canada's commitment to supporting environmental projects in Ontario.
Event: News conference
Date: Friday, August 13, 2010
Time: 10:00 a.m. (EDT)
Location: Pioneer Park
Bayfield, Ontario
Off of Highway 21 / Bluewater Highway
(East of Tuyll Street, between Bayfield Terrace
and Colina Street)
Exeter Times-Advocate - George Irvin seeking another term
Exeter Times-Advocate - George Irvin seeking another term
George Irvin seeking another term
August 11, 2010
Pat Bolen
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BLUEWATER — Stanley West ward Coun. George Irvin said he is pleased with the way the term has gone for both the ward and the Municipality of Bluewater and is looking forward to running again for the position this fall in the Oct. 25 municipal election.
Irvin said he always planned to run again for a third term.
Although Bluewater raised its tax rate this year, Irvin said the municipality is doing the best it can regarding taxes in order to provide services in a fair manner.
"We know what the requirements are and we have a long term plan for the finances required. You have to pay the piper either now or later."
Irvin noted the municipality has been fortunate and is appreciative of funding it has received in the past couple of years from the federal and provincial levels of government, but added, "we have to be aware the gifts won’t continue…we have to make sure the money is used efficiently."
One of the high points for Irvin was chairing the committee that was successful in getting the Blue Flag for the Bayfield Marina, which in 2009 was the first marina in Canada to receive the award.
Irvin was also the chairperson of the committee that was successful in having the Blue Flag raised over Bayfield beach July 2.
"I’m very confident we’re going in the right direction," said Irvin of the municipality, adding that the council has worked well together.
"We’re compassionate, concerned and quite effective."
Irvin said some of his priorities are to always take a proactive position regarding water quality as well as building a long-range plan for economic development.
He said he is also an effective and dedicated spokesperson for all the residents of Stanley West as well as for spending tax dollars efficiently and conservatively.
Irvin is the vice-chairperson of the board of directors for the Ausable Bayfield Conservation Authority (ABCA) as well as serving on the ABCA property management and human resources management committees.
In the municipality Irvin has served on several committees, including economic development and tourism as well as the Bluewater planning, environment and personnel committees.
One thing Irvin said he is concerned about is provincial legislation for wind turbine setbacks.
After Bluewater brought in its wind turnbine setback regulation, it was overruled by the province with a smaller distance.
"We have concerns about the health issues," said Irvin and added Bluewater isn’t the only municipality that has sent letters to the province that it doesn’t agree with the smaller setback.
As of Aug. 7, Irvin is the only declared candidate for Stanley West with the deadline for nominations Sept. 10.
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George Irvin seeking another term
August 11, 2010
Pat Bolen
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BLUEWATER — Stanley West ward Coun. George Irvin said he is pleased with the way the term has gone for both the ward and the Municipality of Bluewater and is looking forward to running again for the position this fall in the Oct. 25 municipal election.
Irvin said he always planned to run again for a third term.
Although Bluewater raised its tax rate this year, Irvin said the municipality is doing the best it can regarding taxes in order to provide services in a fair manner.
"We know what the requirements are and we have a long term plan for the finances required. You have to pay the piper either now or later."
Irvin noted the municipality has been fortunate and is appreciative of funding it has received in the past couple of years from the federal and provincial levels of government, but added, "we have to be aware the gifts won’t continue…we have to make sure the money is used efficiently."
One of the high points for Irvin was chairing the committee that was successful in getting the Blue Flag for the Bayfield Marina, which in 2009 was the first marina in Canada to receive the award.
Irvin was also the chairperson of the committee that was successful in having the Blue Flag raised over Bayfield beach July 2.
"I’m very confident we’re going in the right direction," said Irvin of the municipality, adding that the council has worked well together.
"We’re compassionate, concerned and quite effective."
Irvin said some of his priorities are to always take a proactive position regarding water quality as well as building a long-range plan for economic development.
He said he is also an effective and dedicated spokesperson for all the residents of Stanley West as well as for spending tax dollars efficiently and conservatively.
Irvin is the vice-chairperson of the board of directors for the Ausable Bayfield Conservation Authority (ABCA) as well as serving on the ABCA property management and human resources management committees.
In the municipality Irvin has served on several committees, including economic development and tourism as well as the Bluewater planning, environment and personnel committees.
One thing Irvin said he is concerned about is provincial legislation for wind turbine setbacks.
After Bluewater brought in its wind turnbine setback regulation, it was overruled by the province with a smaller distance.
"We have concerns about the health issues," said Irvin and added Bluewater isn’t the only municipality that has sent letters to the province that it doesn’t agree with the smaller setback.
As of Aug. 7, Irvin is the only declared candidate for Stanley West with the deadline for nominations Sept. 10.
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Wednesday, August 11, 2010
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Tuesday, August 10, 2010
Full day planned for first senior golf outing
Full day planned for first senior golf outing
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Monday, August 9, 2010
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