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Wednesday, February 21, 2007 · Page 14 oe Colasanti honoured by OPP Det. Dave Ferris of Windsor and Essex County Crime Stoppers, right, presents a photograph of an OPP cruiser to Joe Colasanti at the Wild Game Dinner Feb. 15. KNIGHTS At the Wild Game Dinner on Thursday, Feb. 15, Det. Dave Ferris of Windsor and Essex County Crime Stoppers, on behalf of Insp. Rick Derus and Essex County OPP, presented Joe Colasanti with an award for his generosity over the years. The award, a beautiful photograph of an OPP cruiser, was purchased by the Essex County OPP "COPPS for Charity" fund. Joe Colasanti has sponsored many sports events with the Essex County OPP Athletic league over the years. He has donated his facility for numerous charity events and Christmas parties. The Colasanti family has donated food for various fundraising events. Joe Colasanti has been and continues to be a vital supporter of Crime Stoppers. "Essex County OPP appreciates the efforts of citizens such as Joe Colasanti," said Insp. Derus. "Without their support and generosity many vital programs would not exist." AID ESSEX UNITED ­ Terry Ducharme of Knights of Columbus Council 3305 presents a cheque for $500 to Rev. Doreen Canavan of Essex United Church to go towards their new heating system currently being installed. A 50year-old boiler broke down in November, and a new heating and cooling system is being installed at the church by SX Heating and Cooling. Looking on are church board members (left to right) David Plant, Margaret Turville, Holly Boyle, Shirley Horton, Ron Greaves and Doug Arnold. Dennis Kiteley of Council 3305 also assisted in the presentation last Sunday. Tree planting and care workshop As the weather starts to warm up, people will start to think about planting and post-planting care for their trees. The Essex Region Conservation Authority (ERCA) will host a tree planting and care workshop on Tuesday, March 6, from 6:30pm - 8:30pm at the Essex Civic and Education Centre, 360 Fairview Avenue in Essex. Paul Giroux, ERCA's Registered Professional Forester, will focus on replanting trees and restoring your property after it has been victimized by the Emerald Ash Borer. He will also discuss planting practices for trees in this region, as well as soils and species selection. There will be opportunities for workshop participants to ask other tree related questions, and if desired, trees may be ordered at the workshop. The order deadline is Friday, March 9, and while there are many varieties of seedlings and large stock native trees available, quantities of some trees species are limited, so place your order soon. This workshop is offered free of charge to the residents of the region, but preregistration is recommended by calling 776-5209 ext. 377 or by email to pgiroux@erca.org. Claw back of OAS If you're a senior citizen and your 2006 net income exceeds $62,144, you will lose all or part of your Old Age Security (OAS). You will also begin to lose your income tax age credit at the federal level if your net income exceeds $30,270. For Ontario, the amount is $30,448. Chartered Accountant Jeff Nightingale, Partner, Lipton Wiseman Altbaum & Partners LLP in Toronto, says there are strategies available to keep some of this money. "With careful planning, you may not have to hand over this money to the government. If you are facing these financial issues, you should sit down with your Chartered Accountant to discuss the options available that will allow you to continue to benefit from your OAS and wisely manage your 2006 personal income." For further information about taxes, contact a Chartered Accountant. WonderBroads prepare for next race Are you a breast cancer survivor? If you are trying to stay fit and enjoy life to the fullest, then dragon boat racing may be for you. Anyone can do it! Both women and men are invited to an information meeting of the WonderBroads dragon boat team on Monday, March 26 at 7 p.m. at the Hospice, 6038 Empress St., Windsor. Come by yourself or bring a friend. There's free parking, refreshments and no charge. For further information, contact Triena Huneault at 519-945-8395 or Sue Snider at 519-9692584. K OF C PICKEREL 1 pc. Fish 2nd Piece of Fish $5.00 Children's Meal $10.00 Friday, February 23rd Holy Name of Jesus Hall Essex · 4:30-7:00 pm Use Entrance off Fairview Parking Lot Rear Entrance TAKE OUTS AVAILABLE (under 10) Hot Dog, Pop & Chips $2.50 Cabbage Rolls $7.00 $8.00 TOWN OF TECUMSEH 2007 BUDGET Winters! Saving The Town of Tecumseh is required to prepare and adopt a budget including estimates of all revenues and expenses required during the year. Council will be reviewing a draft 2007 Budget on March 5, 2007, commencing at 4:00 p.m. Consideration to the adoption of the 2007 Budget will be given at the regularly scheduled Council meeting to be held on Tuesday, March 13, 2007, at 7:00 p.m. audit assistance included reuniting Canadians 169 IRWIN AVE. The above meetings will be held in the Council Chambers of the Tecumseh Town Hall located at the address indicated below. Information respecting the proposed 2007 Budget can be obtained from the Financial Services Department or by visiting the Town's website www.tecumseh.ca. Laura Moy Director Staff Services/Clerk Town of Tecumseh 917 Lesperance Road Tecumseh, ON N8N 1W9 Phone: 519-735-2184 with their money Phone: 776-8699 Ages 3 Months - 12 Years Quality Child Care with a Before/After School Age Program. As an H & R Block client, should you be audited, an H & R Block representative will help you respond to all CRA inquiries ­ making sure your money stays with you. 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