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Before Christmas, Neighbourhood Network announced they would be partnering with the Sally Ann for the Kettle Drive.

The usual photo to publicise the launch of the Kettle Drive was taken; A fire truck with a few volunteers in front.

Next thing that happened was a Fire Truck requested at the Town hall for the Mayor and others
to be photographed launching the on-line Kettle Drive.

Then a photo of the Mayor and three councillors singing carols at a liquor store with a Kettle.

A couple of weeks ago, the Salvation Army Officer came to Council and announced a record sum was collected and expressed his appreciation to Aurora.

Councillor Wilson declared, in fun, it was all attributed to the carol singing by himself and others.

No mention was made of Neighbourhood Network.

The Mayor simply glowed with the success of her efforts.

I asked the Fire Chief ; how come you authorised a truck out of the fire station for the same purpose twice.

"Well", he said, kind of sheepish, "we always do that to provide support for a good cause"

My guess is, he never has been asked to do it twice.

By the way, Neighbourhood Network's request to partner with the town never was accepted.

And Clause 7 of the Code refers to use of town property:

Members may only use town property for activities connected with the discharge of official duties or associated community activities having the sanction of council or permitted by town policies.