Let's look at how I differ with the other candidate.
The article states:
Heading Chidley’s agenda are a number of priorities he hopes to address with another term, such as the construction of a new fire hall and a public library, as well as a community centre that would be amalgamated with the Foley Agriculture Society.A new public library and community centre is in line for new construction - according to my sources - in the next term whether Mr. Chidley is elected or not. So, that's not an issue.
I'm a huge supporter of public libraries and community centres as they form the hub of area activity. This is clearly missing in Foley and will be addressed regardless.
I take up the idea of Ward 1 resident, C.R. Fares. His idea of refurbishing the old skating rink in Foley is a good one. Let's put a roof over with exposed sides that would keep snow off the ice.
This four season structure would serve as an activity centre for area youth to play ball hockey or for skateboard use even on rainy days. That and a hundred other uses. C.R. and I are both carpenters. I'm sure, with many area construction-skilled volunteers, we could significantly reduce the building cost by donating labour. Why not make it a traditional timber frame structure? Do an old time barn frame raising.
Such a traditional wooden barn frame structure is not only at the heart of Foley agricultural history, but is the very essence of communal volunteer effort that celebrates the true pioneer spirit and character that is the legacy of our Foley ancestors. Something we could be truly proud of and display for all to see. That's what I would like to do.
The article continues...
After re-election, Chidley plans to end an ongoing dispute in his ward, where some residents have expressed discontent with the noise of high-revving engines being generated by ATVs and dirt bikes at the Camp for the Deaf.Politicians have put off fixing this noise pollution problem for too long!
First Foley and now Seguin council continue to permit illegal noise to pollute the residential area surrounding the camp without effective by-laws or enforcement. Independent tests clearly show that provincial noise law has been broken.
Says Mr. Chidley in the article...
“Certainly, something has to change dramatically to make sure these people aren’t having to listen to this noise weekend after weekend.”
There is still seven months remaining before the end of the current term - and a whole summer of racing. It is outrageous that Mr. Chidley will allow area residents to continue suffering.
An enforceable noise pollution by-law with high, escalating minimum fines for any repeat commercial offender needs to pass now.
Mr. Chidley wants to wait until 2011 to - maybe - fix the problem. Mr. Chidley wants area residents and cottagers to suffer through yet another summer of noise pollution.
If Mr. Chidley will not act now, Mr. Chidley will not act later.
