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Published - Oct 29th, 2009
By By Karen Idzik
Some Arthur residents are opposing a proposed works yard, salt and sand storage facility, and snow dump on Preston Road south of Smith Street.
Nineteen people signed a petition urging the municipality to consider other sites outside the Village of Arthur.
Mayor Mike Broomhead said Monday evening he thought, when the petition was received, that there would be a public meeting.
Councillor John Matusinec agreed the process has to be done properly.
Gary Williamson, Manager of Public Works for the Township of Wellington North, said there will be an information meeting for those who have signed the petition or sent letters, hopefully some time before the new year. He said the new works yard will also include water and sewer offices, a salt and sand dome, and a proper snow dump.
The mayor said he believes a lot of the concern is the fear of the unknown.
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