As Chair of the North Kawartha Community Planning Committee I would like to extend my gratitude to those of you that donated perennials and to the volunteers that came out on Monday June 20th to plant up the entrance signs and enhance some of the municipal properties around Apsley. Plant donations were provided by me, Robin Miszuk, Darla-Marie Whelan, Anna Simard, Lilit Malins, Helen Osborne, Colleen Martin and some other anonymous donors. In the beginning we weren’t sure if we’d get enough plants but there were plenty to go around. Thanks also to Robin, Darla-Marie and Evelyn Rasberry who joined Lilit and I in the actual digging up, weeding, transplanting and watering. The few sites that were ‘beautified’ proved to be quite labour –intensive but the results will be worth it. It is my hope that with proper planning and budgeting we can expand our volunteer/donation base for next year as there are many more locations throughout North Kawartha that could use some attention and beautification. It is said that ‘communities that look successful are most likely to be successful.’ The creation of public gardens and floral spaces for visitors and residents alike to enjoy is a wonderful way to express community pride, and I believe we have much to be proud of. Thanks again to all of you for helping to make North Kawartha a little prettier.
@MayorAmyotte