Last November, we elected a new board. We thought you might want to meet some of the new members — kick their tires, look under their hoods, you know.
Last week, you met Mark Rullo.
This week …. drum roll….
My name and age is… Linda Ballantyne and I am young at 63!
One thing people don’t know about me is… I’ve always enjoyed volunteering. Currently I deliver the Beach Metro News on Bastedo Ave. with my grandson Ocean. It’s been a family tradition for 25 years. We had a route on Gainsborough Rd. and then Kellner Court and now Bastedo. My daughters always complained about delivering the paper and Ocean does too, but I say you have to give back, meet your neighbours and meet new friends.
I moved to Danforth East because… I have roots in this area. Twenty-five years ago, I had a house on Gainsborough, actually just across the tracks from my current home.
I was dying to join the DECA board because… I wanted to keep up on happenings of the community and look for an opportunity to give back.
The thing I love most about the neighborhood is… the sense of community within each section of where we live — our townhouse row is very friendly and we all connect well.
My biggest local pet peeve is… those who do not shovel their side walks!
My neighborhood secret is… I love to walk the around and check out gardens and go to Monarch Park and watch the dogs play!
The place I go to on the Danforth that you’ve likely never frequented is…. Our Little Library, at the corner of Hanson & Drayton which always has great “gems” to enjoy. It’s a great way to share books you’ve enjoyed.
My dream plan for this year as a DECA board member is… I like the idea of reaching out to support our less fortunate neighbours in need and provide support to them.