The Mayor’s Message

Hope you are enjoying all the sunshine this spring, although for some the lack of rain is beginning to be a concern. Let’s cross our fingers and pray for our share of precipitation for the sake of the farmers who are invested in cash crops.

A direct benefit of the weak winter and early spring is the dust free streets. The Brockton Works Dept. has been fastidiously sweeping the remnants of sand as well as the debris from the tree trimming and removal just recently completed. Their effort should inspire all of us to be proud of our community and help maintain the current pristine appearance.

Eelanor MacEwen and the staff at Brucelea Haven hold an annual Memorial event for the residents who passed on the previous year. Again this year’s ceremony was extremely tasteful and touching. They should be recognized for all they do to prepare and host this commemorative event for the families who lost loved ones.

The 10 year recognition of the local water tragedy will take place in segmented fashion. On May 16^th there will be commemorative event at Well #5 at 2 p.m. On June 1^st at  Walkerton District there will be a youth day entitled Waves of Opportunity referring to a wide range of employment possibilities in the water industry. Students from the region will be invited.

For those who ordered rain barrels or for those who would like to purchase one on Saturday May 15^th, make your way to the MTO building between 9-1. The price of $35.00 is very reasonable and you can promote water conservation by taking advantage of the very low cost.

On Saturday June 5^th from 9-1 there will be an E-Waste drop off at the MTO building for those old TVs or other electronic equipment. There will be NO CHARGE. You will have an opportunity to donate to the Walkerton to Haiti Fund on site.

Our annual arts recognition was, once again, very eye catching and extremely ear pleasing. The Juried Art Show attracted its usual splendid array of local artwork. While the Rotary Music Festival displayed the amazing local music talent we have become accustomed to for so many years. Thanks to all of the participants and the generous assembly of volunteers that facilitate these very worthy, albeit time consuming events.

Photo shows Mayor Bagnato presenting cash prize to one of the winners in the category of photography. Brockton Council has donated $1,800.00 annually as an incentive. This year 77 artists particiapated. Walkerton Library basement will display the art until May 1st.

Questions? Concerns? Bagnato@brockton.ca , www.themayorsmessage.com , 519-377-0706

Remember to keep our community beautiful.

That’s all until June.